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HOME FAMILY SELF
Spring awaits 8 Freshen up your
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DIY options from area experts
14 Raising a special-needs child Support and communication are keys to parenting
20 Become a volunteer Get outside and get involved
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HOME 10 Repurpose your armoire Don’t kick your TV cabinet to the curb
11 Accents for the home
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12 Be a garden pro
Experts share tips for beginners
FAMILY 16 Parents and coaches
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17 Kids’ activity
Find your way to the pot of gold
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18 A trip to the dentist Ease the anxiety for children
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Cover photo by KATE PENN for SMART: Eco-friendly fashion is good for the environment and looks good, too. Heather Sneeringer poses in a shirt ($34.99) and skirt ($44.99), made of organic cotton. Her scarf is 100 percent bamboo ($125), and her bracelets are made from telephone wire ($20 to $24). These clothes and other items can be found at Sweet Melissa’s Dream in York. See more on pages 11, 24-26.
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Editor’s note
Last spring, my daughter and I became gardeners. It started when I took Mara to a children’s gardening seminar in March. She spent an afternoon playing in a mound of soil and learning about bugs. She planted two cucumber seeds, and tiny spinach, lettuce and parsley plants in a plastic six-pack-type container. She plopped a peanut into a separate container. And she learned how to grow a potato in a plastic cup filled with water. For the next few months, Mara helped me water the seeds and plants. We watched as tiny green sprouts poked through the soil. By May, we had some healthy seedlings ready for the 3-by-4 foot garden my husband made in the backyard. Several months later, our plants yielded bunches of cucumbers, six potatoes and several handfuls of parsley. Although the project was a good bit of work for me, it was a lot of fun. I enjoyed playing in the dirt with Mara, picking the fruits of our labor and experiencing the gardening process from start to finish. I also learned a lot. For instance, I should have listened to my husband when he wanted to put some mesh wire around the garden. I didn’t realize the lettuce, spinach and peanut plant would be a bunny buffet. The York County Master Gardeners have lots of tricks they’ve learned from decades of working with plants. Turn to pages 12 and 13 to learn how to garden like an expert, even if you’re a beginner like me.
Springtime is also a time to think “green.” In honor of Earth Day, April 22, we showcase some eco-friendly fashion. You got a sneak peek of Heather Sneeringer modeling one organic outfit on the cover. See more on pages 24-26. The spring sports season will have kids outside and rounding the bases. Discover ways for parents and coaches to work well together on pages 16 and 17. This spring is going to be exciting for me, because I will be welcoming my second child into the world. This also means that I will be taking some time off from work to recover and spend time with the new baby. While I’m away, I’m leaving the magazine in the capable hands of Jess Krout. She is a York County native who graduated from Susquehannock High School in 2004. If you have questions or concerns about the magazine, contact her at jkrout@ydr.com.
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The South Central Pennsylvania Chapter of the PKD Foundation, which promotes awareness about polycystic kidney disease, is holding a renal education seminar 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 27 at the Susan P. Byrnes Health Education Center, 515 S. George St. in York. Registration is required. Contact Valen Cover at PKDwillnotbeatme@yahoo.com or 324-3906.
Visit cellars at 14 wineries during the Tour de Tanks event Saturdays and Sundays in March. Some new wineries are on the list this year: Hummingbird Ridge Winery in York Haven, Waltz Vineyards Estate Winery in Manheim and Tamanend Winery in Lancaster. For details, visit uncorkyork.com.
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It’s been said that April showers bring May flowers, but rainy spring days also bring something else: mud. In this story from Kathi Hunger-Sanders, 54, of Hellam Township we see just how messy mud can be.
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Pictured in mud pileup, Kathi Hunger-Sanders’ son Daniel Sanders, daughter Kasey, nephew Harry Schenck, and niece Hilary Schenck.
Every year, our family would plan a soccer party for the players, parents, siblings, neighbors and friends. This was a large gathering. This particular year (1999), we had planned waterballoon target shooting complete with water balloons and a homemade launcher. This launcher would send the water balloons flying halfway across our pasture. My husband added a mud pit to our list of fun things to do. We had wheelbarrow races with one person in the wheelbarrow and another person pushing them through the mud pit. But in 1999, we had some slight drought conditions, and we didn’t want to tax our well. The afternoon before our party it poured, so we gathered as much water as we could from the down spouts, buckets, barrels and wheelbarrows. We had our mud pit! The party was a success, and almost everyone went home filthy.
My niece and nephew (Hilary and Harry Schenck) couldn’t make our gathering and showed up the next day to play. We got pictures of them stacked on top of each other plus my two children (Kasey and Daniel Sanders) covered head to toe in mud. When they were finished playing, it was cleanup time. My niece stood up, stripped to her underwear and hosed off in my front yard. My nephew never liked to be dirty. He needed a shower. Off he went to the bathroom, complete with shampoo and soap. After they left, I went to collect the wet towel and to my surprise there was an inch of mud in the bottom of the tub. What a mess to clean up. Thank heavens for pictures, because we lost our nephew several years later. Harry Joseph Schenck was killed in a car crash on April 13, 2003. He was 16. But when we look at these photos we still smile, and I still cringe at all the mud.
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What do your kitchen cabinets look like? Do you wish they looked different? Kitchens today are becoming trendier and more up-to-date. But you don’t have to spend your kids’ college tuition to have glorious-looking cabinets. There are several more affordable ways to give your kitchen a face-lift.
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bad color or worn-looking cabinets is to simply repaint. Choose a color that harmonizes with the décor, remove the doors and paint. For an even better look, spruce up the hardware (door/drawer handles and hinges). Make sure you measure before you purchase the hinges though, certain types might not fit your cabinets. For affordable hardware, check out eBay or Re-SourceYork (formerly Re-StorYork) rather than paying top dollar at a hardware store.
Option 2: Reface your cabinets Many kitchen designers offer kitchen cabinet refacing. This means that rather than tearing out the old cabinets and installing new ones, they’ll design new doors and drawer fronts, and rework the front of your existing cabinet frames to match. “We can do a full overlay, a partial overlay, or an inset door, with beading available,” said Jack Rojahn, president of Rojahn
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Option 3: Refinish your cabinets Probably the messiest and most complicated method — but also one of the most rewarding — would be to refinish your cabinets. The basic process includes removing the cabinets and frames (or just the doors and drawer fronts, if you prefer), stripping down the finish with either chemicals or
infrared heat, sanding everything to a fine grain, sealing the wood and adding layers of new finish and sealer. “It can take months or longer to do. Each coat of new finish needs at least overnight to dry, and then a rub-down with wet-dry sandpaper,” said Tony Lucia, retired cabinet refinisher from York. Think of the surface area of your cabinets and you’ll see how long the process might be. For kitchen cabinets in particular, it might take some extra effort to strip down all of the substances that automatically stick to the surface, such as grease and smoke, LaCesa said. “Make sure you use a wood sealer before you start putting on a stain or finish of any kind, so the paint or stain doesn’t bleed,” Vaught warned.
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New uses for old armoires By STACY DOWNS McClatchy newspapers
Before unloading a TV armoire on the cheap or — even worse — setting one on the curb destined for the landfill, think about how it can still be used.
1. China hutch: Add lighting, shelves and glass doors for displaying dishes. 2. Garage cabinetry: Keep the large spaces for storing bulk items. Or add hooks and cubbies for tools. 3. Humidor: Add a hole in back for ventilation and cedar liners to keep cigars fresh. 4. Kitchen pantry: Add hooks for pots and pans and shelves for baking trays. Install a blackboard inside the door for grocery lists. 5. Linen closet: Add shelves for towels and sheets. 6. Liquor cabinet: Add racks for hanging glasses from its ceiling. Install a shelf that pulls out as a cutting board for garnishes and another shelf for cocktail books. Use glass shelves for liquor bottles. Add wine-storage cubbies underneath. Add lighting. Install mirrored back. 7. Media archive: Add shelves and racks for compact discs and DVDs. 8. Mudroom lockers: Remove doors and add cubbies, hooks and a mirror. 9. Outdoor bar and kitchen: Refinish with an outdoor finish, such as teak, Retrofit pocket doors, add outdoor refrigerator and ice chest and a granite top. 10. Shoe storage: Add cubbies, racks and baskets.
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Garden like an expert... ...even if you’re a beginner. By KARA EBERLE and JENNIFER VOGELSONG for Smart
Lisa Hoffman’s grandfather was a farmer, and he taught her how to garden when she was a child. Her father ran a landscaping business. He reinforced her grandfather’s lessons. Today, Hoffman, 45, of Lower Chanceford Township is a master gardener who has spent a lifetime learning about growing plants and tending bountiful gardens. “It’s kind of in my blood,” she said. As a York County master gardener, Hoffman volunteers her time and expertise to help others learn about gardening. Here, she shares some of her tips for starting seedlings in the spring. Trick No. 1: Know when to start your seedlings. Find out when the danger of frost will be past, usually in late April. Then check the seed packet to determine how many weeks it takes for seeds to sprout. Count backward from the last frost day to determine when to start seedlings indoors. The Old Farmer’s Almanac says the last frost day for Carlisle is April 20. The last day for Baltimore is March 26. To see the frost chart, visit almanac.org. Trick No. 2: Give seedlings a lot of light. “Make sure you have a nice sunny spot,” Hoffman said. But, be warned, if you have seedlings on a windowsill, you’ll have to turn them because they’ll grow and bend toward the light. Hoffman puts a fluorescent light bulb a few inches above her seedlings so they grow straight.
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Elaine Spoon plants a flower at Trail Nurseries in Dover Township.
Trick No. 3: Be gentle at first. Toughen them up later. “You have to be kind of gentle with them because the stem is very weak. But once they’re a couple of weeks old, move the leaves a little bit to stimulate them and make the stems sturdier,” Hoffman said. Trick No. 4: Harden them off. Get plants used to living outside gradually, a process that is called hardening off. A week or two before planting, take them outside during the day when it’s warm and bring them inside at night. You can also put seedlings in an unheated garage or the trunk of your car to get them used to lower temperatures. Trick No. 5: Read the seed packet. It might seem like common sense, but it’s the best way to know what plants need. Trick No. 6: Make a mini-greenhouse. Put plastic over your pots to hold the
moisture in. It will maintain the proper humidity and moisture level to make the seeds sprout. Trick No. 7: Heat’em up. Many seeds do better with heat under them. Hoffman put her pots on her cast-iron radiators. You can also use a heating mat.
To start seedlings • Punch holes in the bottom of small containers, or use seed-starting trays. • Fill trays or containers with seed-starting mixture. • Scatter seeds evenly over the surface of the seed-starting mixture according to the instructions on the seed packet. Do not crowd the seeds. • Cover the seeds with a shallow layer of the mixture if necessary (see seed-packet instructions). In general, seeds are covered to a depth twice the diameter of the seed.
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• Label the pot with the plant name and date of planting. • Cover the tray or container with plastic and place it in a windowsill facing south or under fluorescent lights. • Keep an eye on the trays. Once they sprout, remove the plastic bags and begin to water as needed.
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When Amy Wallace takes her son to the grocery store, it’s not uncommon for people to stare. Sometimes he yells, squeals or drops to the floor. It’s not that 10-year-old Hunter is misbehaving. He gets stressed out and worried when he hears certain noises and can’t control his feelings. Hunter has autism, a developmental disorder that also affects his social interactions. For Wallace, 38, of Hellam Township it’s instinct for her to ignore the stares and comments and comfort her child. Since Hunter’s diagnosis, Wallace has learned that she needs the support of her community, her friends and her family. But it’s not the same for every family of children with disabilities. “It’s a learning process,” she said. “Every family is so different.” Here is advice from parents and experts on working through the challenges of raising a child with autism and 14 | smart
other disabilities. Don’t limit their education: Look at their situation and find the best fit for them. For Nikki Johnson, whose 7-year-old son Ben is autistic, home schooling is the best choice. Wallace is working with a cyber school. Talk at length with the school psychologist outside of a meeting, said Dion Betts, author of several books on special education. “Ask them to tell you more about the disability and how it is affecting your child,” he said. Find a support group. Having other parents, teachers or professionals to ask questions and discuss problems can be invaluable. Communicate with your child’s teachers. Betts said it’s important for the parent to know that the teachers are following what was agreed upon in her child’s education plan. Also, teachers know what learning accommodations will benefit your child.
Amy Wallace watches as her son, Hunter, plays on the floor of their Hellam Township home. Hunter has autism and attends a cyber school, a choice Wallace says helps when Hunter is having a bad day. PHOTOS BY KATE PENN for Smart
TOP: Hunter and Amy Wallace wait to check out at Food Lion after Hunter picked out his ‘candy,’ an organic fruit treat. BOTTOM: Reflected in a bead-mirrored wall panel, Hunter Wallace flies out of a crash pit in his sensory room.
Make sure your child is progressing. Betts said the school should be monitoring children quarterly. If they aren’t making the kind of progress you anticipated, ask questions. Look into getting a medical assistance card. Some disabilities qualify for this and it helps cover expenses for therapeutic support, individual counseling, psychological evaluations and other services insurance companies don’t cover. Autism York, a local support group, suggests calling Social Security at (888) 329-5732 or applying online at www.compass.state. pa.us. You may also visit the Department of Public Welfare online at www.dpw. state.pa.us for more information about the
Medical Access card. If your child isn’t diagnosed with a disability, and you are concerned about his or her development, talk to your pediatrician. Johnson said that she had a proactive doctor, which led to a speech evaluation for Ben and the autism diagnosis when he was just 2½. Johnson advises parents not to go crazy on the Internet, but to be diligent and educated. “Some people are OK with their child’s diagnosis,” Johnson said. While she has accepted Ben’s diagnosis, she works on controlling what she can, like Ben’s diet. “It’s not that I am trying to fix Ben, but I want him to be the best Ben he can be.”
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Help from the sidelines Coaches and parents need to communicate and support each other.
Zack Presgraves puts his all into the base-running competition during the Little League opening day at Eagle Park last year in Hanover. PHOTO BY SHANE DUNLAP for Smart
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Participating in sports is a staple of many children’s lives. But parents can be unsure of what to do when entering the world of Little League or after-school sports, seemingly endless practices and hectic schedules. A practical guide on how to interact with coaches, what to expect from them, and how to support and encourage children as they play can help parents understand the world of extracurricular sports a little better. What would coaches like to see from parents? “Interacting with parents is a huge part of coaching,” said Eric Eytcheson, information officer for York Little League and long-time coach of basketball and softball. Not just in the beginning of the season, but conversing and connecting with your child’s coach all season long is a great way to support the team. “As coaches, we are always willing to work with parents to make sure their kid gets to where they 16 | smart
need to be and receive the support they need,” Eytcheson said. Coaches are often willing to carpool, lend equipment or help with extra practice time if a player needs it. “Also, getting kids to practice on time and in the right clothing is a big help,” Eytcheson said. What would parents like to see from coaches? “We would like to see someone who is patient,” said Barb Carnes, a parent from York with kids on basketball and gymnastics teams. Coaching kids is much different from coaching adults, and extra patience is a must. “Coaches who teach the fundamentals of the game well and demonstrate how to be good teammates are key,” Carnes said. What should parents do when they don’t agree with a coach? It’s best to speak with the coach
directly after the practice/game or before the next practice. That way, the coach can explain his or her reasoning and discuss it without interrupting a practice. “Be sure to discuss the problem in private, calmly, when the children are not around, so that it doesn’t undermine the coaches,” Carnes said. What should parents be doing with their kids to encourage and support involvement in sports? “The best way to support your kid is to get involved with the team, whether it be volunteering as a coach, showing up at every single practice or helping to plan events or away games,” Eytcheson said. Getting involved shows your children your commitment to them and can be a great way to have fun with them. “Another way to support your kids’ involvement with sports is to expose them to different sports by taking them to sporting events, and playing and watching different sports at home,” Carnes said.
Eight ways to motivate A big concern of parents and coaches is that their players are not motivated. Rarely does yelling, threatening or negativity work to increase motivation in youth. Parents who remain positive with their words and actions and display patience with their kids have the best chance of seeing their kids’ motivation improve. Until success comes, parents and coaches will inspire players with their attention, approval and knowledge. Parents and coaches might use some of the following:
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Dental hygiene should begin at birth By KARA EBERLE for Smart
Babies don’t have teeth when they’re born, but that doesn’t mean parents should wait until the first tooth emerges to think about good dental hygiene. Experts urge parents to start caring for children’s gums and teeth at birth. And, although baby teeth eventually fall out, they create the foundation for a child’s permanent teeth. We asked Dr. Angela S. Lutz, a pediatric dentist, to share some tips for keeping kids’ smiles healthy.
At what age should I start taking my child to the dentist? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends going to the dentist by the first birthday. If parents choose to wait, Children’s Dental Centre of York recommends taking children to the dentist no later than 18 to 24 months.
Should I worry about baby teeth? Yes. Baby teeth, or primary teeth, are important for spacing for permanent teeth. If a baby tooth has an infection, or abscess, it could cause discomfort or swelling, which could prevent children from eating a proper diet. The appearance of decayed teeth could also make a child self-conscious.
How can I get my terrified toddler to sit in the chair for an exam? Many times, a toddler is scared of the dentist because of the unknown. Hygienists and dentists at a pediatric practice often use a technique known as “tell-show-do,” which helps them explain, in kid-friendly terms, what will happen during the exam. Parents can prepare children by simulating an exam at home. Have a child lie back on a couch or bed and look in the child’s mouth with a flashlight. Dr. Angela Lutz, left, and dental hygienist Brooke Nelson work on a young patient.
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■■A child’s baby (primary) teeth begin erupting as early as 6 months. ■■The first primary teeth typically fall out around ages 6 or 7. ■■Parents should floss and brush their children’s teeth until the child can write cursive. Usually that’s when children have the dexterity to properly care for their own teeth. ■■Children should try not to eat or drink after the evening brushing, except water. ■■Half of children in the United States get cavities. ■■Rituals for when a baby tooth is lost in other countries include tossing the tooth over a roof and leaving it for a mouse to gather.
Yes. Unfortunately, the tooth brush is not able to clean the in-between or interproximal areas of teeth. Flossing is recommended daily. To reach your child’s back teeth, use a flosser with a handle, because adults’ hands are often too big to fit comfortably inside of a child’s mouth.
Sources: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and Children’s Dental Centre of York
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Are there any tricks for making brushing easier? • Use an electric toothbrush, which can make tooth brushing more fun. • Let children watch you brush. It helps them understand the process. • If your child doesn’t want to use a toothbrush, a wet washcloth can be used to help disturb the plaque. What toothpaste do you recommend for... babies? Use a smear of fluoridated toothpaste as soon as teeth appear twice a day. children, ages 2 through 5? Use a pea-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste and assist your child during brushing. big kids? Use fluoridated toothpaste. Always remember: All children should spit out toothpaste, not swallow it.
What happens if my child gets a cavity in a baby tooth? To fix the tooth, the dentist might need to use local anesthesia. To help relieve a child’s anxiety, nitrous oxide might be recommended. Sometimes, a cavity can’t be treated because of the child’s young age or the child’s lack of cooperation. In these cases, the dentist might treat the cavity by using a material that slows decay.
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On the Web: ■■American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, www.aapd.org ■■Children’s Dental Centre of York Inc., www.childrensdentalcentre.net ■■Find a pediatric dentist near you, www.aapd.org/finddentist
Meet Dr. Angela S. Lutz Job: Pediatric dentist at Children’s Dental Centre of York Age: 37 Lives in: York Township Pets: Four miniature dachshunds Hobbies: Working outdoors, cooking and going to the beach. Tips for aspiring dentists: “Try and spend some time in dental offices to see if dentistry is something you are really interested in and also to see the various specialties of dentistry. The dental profession is a wonderful field to get involved in.”
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Throw your best excuse for not volunteering at Vicki M. Klinedinst and watch as the United Way of York County’s senior director of community impact bats away each one. Can’t make a commitment? Many organizations need just on-the-spot aid. Maybe you could help direct traffic for an hour before a nonprofit’s fundraiser. One time, and you’re done. Don’t have the time? Surely you have 10 minutes to address envelopes while dinner cooks or during commercial breaks. Have small children to take care of? Bring them along, and show them firsthand the importance of giving back. Or, get them involved by coloring pictures for a neighborhood nursing home or to send overseas to troops. Don’t know where to start? Log onto the United Way’s Volunteer Solutions page at volunteer.united-e-way.org and enter your ZIP code. In York County, nearly 200 opportunities pop up.
… Courtney Stoner’s long list of volunteering includes rebuilding York city parks, helping York ARTS, coordinating her church’s blood drive, working with Habitat for Humanity and serving food at local missions. She serves on the United Way’s board of directors and is also in the Emerging Leaders Society. This is all in addition to being the director of marketing operations at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital in York. Sounds like a lot of work, right? Stoner said it comes out to about five to 10 hours a week, and she gladly gives the time. “It’s easy to fit it in when it’s something you’re really interested in,” said Stoner, whose work helped transform a run-down city park from a place only about 25 kids could play on to accommodating more than 100. “When you see the impact, you make the time.” Many organizations offer training for volunteers. South Western School District’s STEEDS (Structured Teaching and
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES A few local opportunities from United Way’s Volunteer Solutions page: • Be an emergency response advocate for the Victim Assistance Center in York. • Assist head coaches with the Special Olympics of York County. • Help Pleasant Acres nursing home residents play bingo. • Assist in socializing animals at the York SPCA. • Teach basic computer classes to seniors at Red Lion Area Senior Center.
Klinedinst said. She suggests potential volunteers decide what kind of volunteering they’d like to do, how much time they can contribute and whether they want to learn something new or tap into an existing passion. “The baby boomers and the next generation, they’ve really been the leaders and philanthropists in our community for years,” Stoner said. “We need to step up and become the next philanthropists.”
• Become a tour guide at the National Watch and Clock Museum. • Help at Camp Mend A Heart, a special one-day camp for kids ages 6 to 13 who have experienced the death of a significant person in their lives. • Stuff envelopes, fold newsletters and assist with bulk mailings for the York County Literacy Council. • Welcome actors and actresses auditioning at the York Little Theatre. Source: http://volunteer.united-e-way.org, using a York ZIP code
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How to audition for a play Leave a good lasting impression By SUSAN JENNINGS for Smart
So you’ve seen “Fame” and watched “Glee,” and now you think you’re ready to strut your stuff on stage. Read on before heading out to your first audition. We have a few acting pointers from Diane Crews, artistic director and playwright in residence at DreamWrights Youth and Family Theatre, and Eric Long, artistic director at York Little Theatre.
Darrian Rivera starred as Jack Scott in YLT’s ‘High School Musical’ in 2008. PHOTO BY BIL BOWDEN for Smart
How long are auditions?
What is the time commitment?
At York Little Theater, auditions generally last 30-40 minutes for a dramatic play and an hour to an hour and 15 minutes for a musical. Crews said that at DreamWrights the time varies depending on how many people are auditioning for the show.
York Little Theatre has a 10-week cycle of rehearsals to the final production. Rehearsals are 7 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Characters who appear in more scenes will rehearse more often, those in fewer scenes or in the ensemble average two to three rehearsals per week. At DreamWrights, there are usually six to seven weeks from rehearsal to the final production. Characters rehearse six days a week, but again those with fewer scenes might only be needed two to three days a week.
What will I do? During an audition for a dramatic play, the director will ask auditioners to do cold reads from the script. He or she will select a scene from the play and assign each of the auditioners a role. During the read, the director will offer suggestions for how each actor should handle the scene. He or she will look for how well the actor takes direction. For a musical, in addition to the cold read, auditioners are required to sing part of a song and then learn a short dance.
When will I hear back? YLT holds all of their auditions on Monday and Tuesday and posts the cast list on Friday. At DreamWrights, auditions are Tuesdays and Wednesdays and the casting is announced the following Monday.
Advice for your... Reading: What to do: Be familiar with the script. Even if you haven’t read the whole script, it’s important to understand the basic storyline, Long said. What not to do: Don’t have an attitude. “I look at auditions as a team thing,” Long said. Crews agreed, adding that performers shouldn’t expect a specific role. “It’s not the part, but being a part that’s important,” she said. Singing: What to do: Pick a song that showcases your best vocal qualities. Don’t necessarily pick a song from the show you are auditioning for. Instead, find a song that is similar in style.
What not to do: Don’t look like a dead fish. Directors are looking for more than just someone who can sing. They want characters to be expressive, too. Dancing: What to do: Make sure you’ve stretched beforehand and that you’re wearing clothes you can move comfortably in. Wear the right footwear (sneakers or shoes that won’t stick to the floor). What not to do: Don’t obsess about the steps. The auditioners are not looking for a polished dance. They want to see how quickly you learn and how expressive you can be.
Looking for auditions, check these local venues: ■■York Little Theatre, Spring Garden Township: ylt.org ■■DreamWrights Youth and Family Theatre, York: dreamwrights.org ■■Adams County School of Musical Theatre, Gettysburg: acsmt.org/ default.aspx ■■Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, Hanover: theeich.org ■■Hanover Little Theatre, Hanover: hanoverlittletheatre.com ■■Gettysburg Stage, Gettysburg: gettysburgstage.org
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Get ready for spring by adding a dash of color to your outfit. The yellow scarf draped around Heather’s neck is handmade and hand-dyed by York artist Karen Paust ($75). The blouse wrap is handmade of 100 percent silk. The capri pants ($54.99) and black tankstyle tunic ($52.99) are made of organic cotton and available at Sweet Melissa’s Dream. The flowers were arranged by Lincolnway Flower Shop and Greenhouses in Springettsbury Township.
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Mark your calendar, Earth Day is April 22.
Because of springtime’s cool weather, it’s a good idea to pair a long-sleeved shirt with a calf-length skirt. Heather Sneeringer’s wrap skirt, by jedzebel, is made from vintage Indian sari fabric ($26.99). It accents her maroon shirt ($54.99) that is layered over a tank top ($26), both by ecogirl. The handbag ($19), by Hagar Designs, is made of fish-food bags by disadvantaged women in Cambodia. A variety of such bags, available at Sweet Melissa’s Dream, cost $9 to $42. A portion of the proceeds helps the women who create them.
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About our model Heather Sneeringer Age: 50 Lives in: Dover Township In addition to being part of local band Copper Sky, she gives voice, guitar and piano lessons. Find out more at www.heathersmusic.com.
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Book Smarts Keeping up with what your neighbors are reading
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“Almost Hell: A Novel Intertwined in West Virginia’s Healthcare Crisis” by Dr. Rebecca Burdette. Who read it? Melinda Eppolito, Spring Garden Township “This is a love story about several West Virginia doctors caught up in a health-care crisis. The plot involves how lawsuits affect doctors and patients.The book is educational, entertaining and compelling. It is also very relevant considering what is going on in Washington, D.C., concerning health care reform.”
“Eleven Minutes” by Paulo Coelho Who read it? Dr. Rebecca Burdette, Springettsbury Township, local author and gynecologist “This novel is an intriguing story about a young girl from Brazil who is searching for true love, when she doesn’t even believe it exists. As an author of a love story and a sex therapist, I chose this book because of the titillating details, the craftsmanship, and the writer’s uncanny ability to describe and differentiate sex and love, along with the interplay between these two.”
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“Someone Knows My Name” by Lawrence Hill ISBN 0393065782 Every once in a while, I pick up a book that changes the way I view history. When I consider the past, the fictional existence of the novel’s characters becomes intertwined with reality. In this book, Hill’s protagonist, Aminata Diallo, is one woman that I will never forget. The novel spans six decades in the remarkable life of Diallo, a woman who was abducted from her home in West Africa and sold into slavery years before America’s Revolutionary War. From her first steps, Diallo’s journey is both heartbreaking and inspiring.
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ONE SMART WOMAN
Part of the family Administrator inspires others at work By TARA HAWKINS for Smart
How did you first become involved in nursing? I started as a nursing assistant in 1979. I was a single mom and needed a good-paying job. Back then, a nursing assistant made a good living. I realized several years later that it just wasn’t going to be good enough. That is when I decided to go back to school to become an LPN (licensed practical nurse).
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Age: 52 Occupation: Nursing home administrator at Dallastown Nursing Center Education: Became licensed practical nurse after graduating from York County Area Vocational-Technical School in 1986; completed the Harrisburg Area Community College program for certification as a registered nurse in 1996; earned her administrator certification from York College in 2003; received administrator license in 2006 Family: Husband, Charles; son, Jason, 28; stepson, Charles, 27; three dogs Lives in: Springettsbury Township Hobbies: Kayaking at second home in Bethany Beach, Del., scrapbooking Community involvement: Member of the Pennsylvania Association of Directors of Nursing Administration How did you put yourself through school? I look back now and wonder how I did it. It was just me and my son. I had to work full time and go to school full time. I would have to pull two double shifts on the weekends and go to school all week. When I went back for my RN, I was married. That made things easier. How did you end up at the Dallastown Nursing Center? I worked at York County’s Pleasant Acres Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for 27 years. I worked up from the floor and spent eight years as the director of nursing. It was time for me to retire. It was so
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stressful, and I needed a break. I planned on getting a job that wouldn’t make me think. Then I got a call from the administrator at Dallastown to tell me that he had resigned. He asked if I would be interested in taking the job. I went there and saw this small facility. I knew I could do this. What is the biggest difference between Dallastown and Pleasant Acres? The size. I loved it at the county and gave it my all. Here I am not stuck in an office. With only 30 residents, I get to know each one and their family. I know everything that I can about each one. It helps me make it a better place to be. Because it is smaller, I do wear a lot more hats. I deal with human resources and billing. I do things that most managers don’t. What advice would you give to families that are about to place a loved one in a nursing home? The worst thing that families deal with is guilt. I try to help them realize that they don’t have a choice. Everyone needs to go out and make a living. You can’t do that and care for the needs and safety of your loved one. The best thing is to find a place where you are comfortable. Just drop in and look around. Don’t worry about scheduling an appointment. Remember that this isn’t the end of their life. It is just a new situation. Find people that you trust to take care of them. At Dallastown, we try to communicate with the families every day. We are available 24 hours a day. Have there been any residents that made a strong impact on you? All of the time. They say that in long-term care you shouldn’t have favorites. That is impossible. There are some that you never forget. I think of these people as my family members. PHOTO BY BIL BOWDEN for Smart
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