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Cheap Family Fun in Hampton Roads BY VINCENT SCHILLING

Where to go locally that’s fun, inexpensive, and maybe even new to you!

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Learning Retention - A Parent’s Guide BY ALISON JOHNSON Worried your child will forget a year’s worth

of learning over the summer break? Here’s what to do to prevent summer brain drain.

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What parents want - more active time at school.

46 LET’S TALK COMPILED BY SUSAN ACKER

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Updates on health, shopping, kid culture and more.

49 THE FINAL WORD BY RICK EPSTEIN

Father’s Day - a father’s perspective.

51 DADDY DOWNLOAD BY JIM VAN SLYKE

The family vacation goes bust.

53 MILITARY MOMENTS BY MICHELLE GALVEZ

Meeting astronauts, and much more.

55 GREAT DATES Our

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64 SNAPSHOTS

A parting image, or two.

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‘Are we there yet?’

With a little planning, you can keep the kids entertained on long road trips With school out, many families have plans to hit the road, and the last phrase moms and dads want to hear when they are on the road is, “Are we there yet?”

Road trips can be fun for the entire family, but it’s always a good idea to think about how you can keep your kids occupied for the long journey. Before you leave, be sure to stock the car with everything that you need. This includes snacks and drinks, diapers and wipes, a pillow or blanket, a change of clothes for each child, and toys, games or books to keep children busy. Once you’re on the road, take advantage of your child’s playful nature by teaching them all the car games you used to play, like “I Spy” or the license plate game. Many game companies make magnetic travel size board games that are great for the car. If your children like to read or listen to music, let them choose books or CDs to bring along. Remember to bring extra batteries and/or chargers. Many new cars and vans are equipped with DVD players, and portable DVD players that can help pass the time and give everyone a break. It is recommend-

ed that you bring your home videos instead of the traditional store bought movies. Your kids will enjoy watching themselves and great conversations and memories will be shared and make the trip much more enjoyable. It is a good idea to save movies for when children need some down time. That will give you a break as well. Pay attention to your child’s physical needs as well. They may need to stop frequently for bathroom breaks. If you notice that they are getting very restless or rambunctious, stop at a rest area where you can take a walk, or even have a picnic. And even if you have always been dying to visit Gettysburg or Mt. Rushmore, check the map and sprinkle in kid-oriented stops. In the long run, there’s nothing better than being on a trip where you can watch your children play and have fun, often with new friends they meet along the way. Still, remember to have realistic expectations of your children. They may get cranky, just as you sometimes get cranky. Don’t over react. Take in a deep breath and decide if it is time to stop for a break or put in a home movie. With a little planning, road trips can be an enjoyable and memorable experience for everyone.

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Widely used antidepressants may not do enough Even people who show that they clearly benefit from taking antidepressant medications often continue to experience symptoms such as insomnia, sadness and decreased concentration, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas have found after analyzing data from what they have determined to be the largest study ever done on the treatment of depression. “Widely used antidepressant medications, while working overall, missed these symptoms. If patients have persistent residual symptoms, these individuals have a high probability of incomplete recovery,” says Shawn McClintock, M.D., assistant professor of psychiatry and lead author of the study, which was published in the Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology. UT Southwestern researchers tracked a wide range of symptoms of depression — including sadness; suicidal thoughts; and changes in sleep patterns, appetite/weight, concentration, outlook and energy/ fatigue — at the start of the trial and at the end of the antidepressanttreatment course. The six-year, National Institute of Mental Health-sponsored study initially included more than 4,000 patients with major depressive disorder from clinics across the country. All reported three to 13 residual depressive symptoms, and 75 percent of participants reported five symptoms or more.

Some of their symptoms included insomnia that occurs in the middle of the night (nearly 79 percent), sadness (nearly 71 percent) and decreased concentration and decision-making skills (nearly 70 percent). Moderately severe middleof-the-night insomnia was reported in nearly 60 percent of participants — more than twice as frequently as other symptoms. Thoughts of suicide rarely persisted or emerged during treatment, researchers found. Each year about 19 million adults in America struggle with depression. People with depression are often at increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, asthma and obesity. The next step, McClintock says, will be to develop more targeted antidepressant therapies to decrease depressive symptoms, and to understand better the association between depression and concentration.

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in the loop kid culture Summer vacation is a time to take those lessons from the school year and bring them to life. Just share these books with your family, then plan to visit these local historical sites. It’s a trip through time and space your family will never forget.

Storm Warriors by Elisa Carbone. Knopf, 2001.

The Outer Banks is the setting for this inspiring story based on the allblack rescuers known as surfmen, who successfully saved victims of ocean disasters from their Oregon inlet, North Carolina location in the late 1800s. In this story, Nathan finds solace by spending time with the men of the station after his mother dies. Nathan and his father assist with some harrowing rescues and Nathan realizes his true calling. But it is Nathan’s relationship with this grandfather that offers the novel’s strongest moments. An author’s note adds details that will entice families to discover more. For ages 9 years old and up.

Bull Run by Paul

Fleischman, woodcut illustrations by David Frampton. HarperCollins, 1993. This poetic book, now considered a classic, is also an unforgettable collection of vignettes that bring to life the Civil War’s battle of Bull Run. Fleischman’s vividly drawn characters range from a doctor to a slave woman and a boy who runs away to war expecting adventure. Readers discover rather than adventure, war is filled with pain and suffering for everyone, even those far from the battle fields. Bull Run, known as the Battle of Manassas, was the Civil War’s first great battle. The Manassas National Battlefield Park was established in 1940 to preserve the area. The book and park are well worth the time spent learning about this important moment in our nation’s history. For ages 9 to 12 years old.

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The Wright Brothers: How they invented the airplane by Russell

Freedman (with original photographs by Wilbur and Orville Wright). Holiday House, 1991

North Carolina and the Kill Devil Hill area are extremely popular summer vacation destinations for families. Kill Devil Hill is also the home to the Wright Brothers National Memorial and the Kill Devil Hill Monument, both part of the National Park Service. This biography by the awardwinning author delivers a detailed, rich portrait of the two brothers as they labored to create powered flight. Their close relationship and different temperaments are captured in the narrative. The over 90 photographs, many taken by Wilbur and Orville, give readers a true appreciation for the hard work, failure and final success that lead to the 1903 flight. The book, monument and memorial will interest children and adults. For ages 6 and up.

The Man Who Was Poe by Avi.

Avon Books, 1997.

While this novel, set in 1848, is not a biography of Edgar Allan Poe it does give readers a taste of Poe’s style and bits and pieces of information about the man himself. In the story Poe helps Edmund search for his sister, who has mysteriously disappeared. After reading the novel, those interested in learning more about Poe may want to take a trip to Richmond to the Edgar Allan Poe Museum, located on East Main Street between 19th and 20th streets. Another Virginia Poe site can be found in Charlottesville, where the University of Virginia preserved Poe’s room for visitors to see. For ages 12 to 15 years old. — Sharon Zoumbaris

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Be a butterfly this summer VER WONDER WHAT it’s like to be a butterfly? With the Virginia Living Museum’s new traveling exhibit, Amazing Butterflies, you can experience a butterfly’s life cycle along with incredible survivor techniques. “It is very engaging and very interactive,” said Lisa Wright, education associate at the Newport News museum. The exhibit, created by The Natural History Museum in London in collaboration with Minotaur Mazes, will be featured the entire summer at The Living Museum. Visitors travel through a maze to experience the world on a butterfly’s level. It all begins with an egg that transforms into a caterpillar. From caterpillar form visitors develop into a chrysalis, then emerge as a butterfly. Through the journey visitors travel though leaves and other outdoor elements and habitats. Throughout the maze visitors encounter obstacles and challenges that force them to make

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decisions that determine their fate as a butterfly. “A wrong turn could send you into the mouth of a predator,” Wright said. While the exhibit is fun, it is also educational. Wright said the display appeals to a variety of age groups, beginning with preschoolers. “It is basically learning through play,” she said. “We hope people understand the challenges a butterfly must go through to become a butterfly. We also want people to understand how we impact them,” Wright added. Accompanying the exhibit is a butterfly house and nursery in the museum’s Conservation Garden. The house features free-flying native Virginia butterflies, caterpillars and their host plants with signs to identify them. Visitors can watch pupa develop as well as adult butterflies emerge in the butterfly nursery. A museum interpreter will be in the house to explain butterfly biology and life cycles.

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The museum will also host several events in conjunction with the exhibits. Insects are Incredible Day will be July 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors will meet insects from around the world plus enjoy special activities. Celebrate Butterflies will be Aug. 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with special live butterflies, migration stories, butterfly gardening advice and activities. Visitors can also enjoy the Conservation Garden and Butterfly House in the evening from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on June 11, July 9 and Aug. 13 when the museum host Saturday Nights LIVE. There will be animal programs and story time and a planetarium program. When the butterfly house closes, there will be after dusk telescope viewing followed by laser shows in the planetarium. For more information and admission contact the Virginia Living Museum at 595-1900 or visit www.thevlm.org.

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Adventures that are easy on the wallet abound in Hampton Roads STORY AND PHOTOS BY VINCENT SCHILLING S THE SUMMER STARTS, school backpacks are put into stor-

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entertain the family. But this doesn’t mean you have to clear out your bank accounts. // So, if you are wondering just what you and your kids can do on the cheap - we have assembled twenty of our favorite possibilities here. So good luck and happy wallet-friendly adventuring!

Mount Trashmore free Named for a mountain of landfill debris that was once an eyesore to residents of Virginia Beach in the 1960’s, Mount Trashmore park is noted for its approximate 26,000 square feet of playgrounds, biking and running paths, picnic benches, shelters, horseshoe pits, volley ball courts, impressive lakeside views and a professional skate park. Most notably of course, is the main mountain itself. At 60 feet in height and 800 feet long, this mountain of grass, the highest point in Virginia Beach, is a great place to fly a kite or roll down the hill. You’d be missing out on a nice quiet evening of exhausted kids if you didn’t take a visit out to Mt. Trashmore. P.S. Keep an eye out for year-round events especially the Fourth of July - the most popular event at the park.

First Landing State Park $4.00 weekday parking, $5.00 weekend parking Originally created by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930’s First Landing State Park is Virginia’s most visited state park. With its 19 miles of trails on 2,888 acres, including a six-mile bike trail, beautiful scenery and sporadic wildlife, it is a great place to bring the family for just a few bucks. Dogs are allowed on a leash, and kids on bikes should wear helmets due to winding bike paths and a few fun bumps here and there. There are also places for camping and picnics. 2500 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451-1415 (757) 412-2300 www.firstlanding-state-park.org

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The Virginia Beach Oceanfront free (but parking fees may apply) The beach is a no-brainer and if you coordinate things a bit, you can save time and money with a bit of pre-planning. Taking the family during a special event might cause you to pay $20.00 for parking three miles from the oceanfront. Here are some great websites that list parking costs and events going on that you may want to attend or avoid. www.VisitVirginiaBeach.com | www. VBbound.com | www.VirginiaBeach.com

Your Own Yard / Neighborhood free Seems simple enough, but when was the last you played with your kids in their own environment? Instead of opening the front door and pointing outside, why not join them in hide-and-seek, duck, duck goose, jump rope, bike-riding, jumping in the sprinklers or hopscotch? Besides, when was the last time you smiled with evil delight, holding a water balloon as you stared at an unarmed opponent?

Your Public Library free Considering the offerings available at our public libraries, it is amazing to think how much money we overspend on books, DVDs, and the like. Check out your local library for story times, summer reading clubs, and other summer programs. And find a book for yourself. You deserve it. www.PublicLibraries.com

& IN TOWN Thrift Stores varies Ahhh, the beauty of a thrift store Not only are they a great way to save some money, but where else can you drop off your junk, save landfill space, and search for cheap treasures for the whole family? So, take a day to search for a “new” bike, some used books, and maybe a croquet set for the backyard. All while helping your community. www.GoodwillVirginia.org for Goodwill locations

Watch Planes Take off and Land free or $1.00 an hour parking Many folks don’t realize that there are a couple places in the Hampton Roads area that make for fun plane gazing. In Virginia Beach, there is a small unmarked pull-off parking area off of Potter’s Road and Railroad drive to watch jets take off and land at Oceana Naval Air Station. In Norfolk, there is a designated public observation area located at the bend on Robin Hood Road, adjacent to the Air Cargo Terminal. And perhaps the best place to go because of close proximity to public amenities to include bathrooms, food and restrooms, is the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport, where you can park and see the full view of the runways from nearly every part of the airport. Virginia Beach - Potter’s Road and Rail Road Drive Norfolk - Robin Hood Road adjacent to Air Terminal Newport News - 900 Bland Boulevard Newport News, VA 23602 (757) 877-0221

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There is no mistaking the influence of the peanut industry on the City of Suffolk. Check out the Mr. Peanut Statue on E. Washington St & N. Main St. Also of interest, Riddick’s Folly House Museum and Gift Shop, a four floor, twenty-one room mansion with 16 fireplaces, and the Suffolk Seaboard Station Railroad Museum, with a two-room miniature model of Suffolk from 1907. Before you leave the city, make sure to grab a bag of peanuts at the Planters Peanut Center on West Washington Street.

Currently, there are 11 Native American tribes recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Every year, these tribes hold pow-wows, a celebration of Native American culture that is demonstrated through dance, music and song. The vast majority of these pow-wows are open to the public. In fact, the public is encouraged to attend to learn about the beauty of native culture. Native American vendors also attend these events and offer handmade crafts and jewelry to the public. Photography is also allowed for the most part and often times the public is also invited to join in the celebration. Pow-wows are a great place to learn, experience and celebrate alongside our country’s indigenous people. www.virginiaindians.pwnet.org

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Norfolk Botanical Garden adults $9, children $7 To those of us who have experienced the NBG, we may all just have to agree that the beauty of these gardens rarely if ever fail to take our collective breath away. But throw into the mix, a fun tram tour, 12 miles of walking paths, picnic areas and exhibits such as the Imagination Circle, the Web of Life Tree House, the Dirt Factory, the WOW Children’s Garden and the Plant Safari and you have a veritable paradise, not to mention a fantastic place to take photos of the family. 6700 Azalea Garden Road Norfolk, Virginia 23518 (757) 441-5830 www. norfolkbotanicalgarden.org

Old and New Cape Henry Lighthouses - (small fee applies) Standing near the site where in 1607 Captain Newport raised a cross to offer thanks for his crew’s safe crossing of the Atlantic, the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse located on the Fort Story military base is the oldest governmentbuilt lighthouse in America. Admission for children under 42’ is three dollars - however, they are not allowed to climb the steps. This lighthouse is better for taller kids if they want to venture inside. The new lighthouse, which began its operations in 1881 is painted with a distinct black and white stripe-checkerboard pattern. The new lighthouse, although not open to the public - is within view of the old lighthouse. 583 Atlantic Ave Virginia Beach, VA 234518048 (757) 422-9421 www.apva.org/ OldCapeHenryLighthouse

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Did You Know About......? The Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach $10 adult, $5 school age You’re probably familiar with the Virginia Air and Space Museum in Hampton. But we are venturing to guess that many of you have not discovered the Military Aviation Museum in Pungo, located at the Virginia Beach airport. (Virginia Beach has an airport?) This hidden gem is a 65,000-square-foot museum which houses an incredible display of WWII aircraft, generally only seen in airshows and the movies. If you have a plane lover in the family, this place is a must-see to believe. 1341 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach (757)721-7767 - www. militaryaviationmuseum.org

Air Power Park free Air Power Park in Hampton is a future astronaut’s dream. A park that embraces the City of Hampton’s role in aircraft testing and venturing into space, this 15-acre destination offers a children’s playground, exhibits, and aircraft such as the F-101F Voodoo, the F-89J Scorpion and an RF-4C Phantom II, among several others. 413 West Mercury Boulevard Hampton, VA 23666 - (757) 727-1163

Yorktown mostly free If you haven’t heard about Colonial Williamsburg, with its extensive offerings of historical buildings, museums and interactive exhibits, you might need to brush up on a little bit of Virginia history. Although Williamsburg is a great place for families, some folks forget about Yorktown, which is about 30 minutes closer to home than Williamsburg for most Hampton Roads residents. Admission to the National Park is $10, families can still visit local Yorktown shops, view historic battlegrounds and drive along beautiful forest car paths without spending a penny. Interstate 64 exit 250B to Route 17 (George Washington Memorial Highway). Turn left (North) onto Route 17. Follow the signs to the Yorktown Battlefield.

The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge free Most residents have probably heard of the Great Dismal Swamp, but may not give it the same credit as other well known destinations, such as First Landing State Park. Considering the refuge consists of more than 112,000 acres of forested wetlands, it’s a great place for hiking and biking. Don’t have a backpack, binoculars, an animal species list, a field guide or a magnifying glass? No worries, loaner backpacks filled with such goodies are available for checkout for your budding botanist, biologist or geographer during business hours. 3100 Desert Rd Suffolk, VA 23434 - (757) 986-3705 www.fws.gov/northeast/ greatdismalswamp

Mariners Museum $12 adult, $7 kids 6-12, free for kids 5 and under Filled to the brim with interesting and interactive nautical themed displays, this museum is a great way to impart a bit of knowledge to your children about the open seas. Consider it an alternative to Johnny Depp. 100 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA 23606 (757) 596-2222 www. marinersmuseum.org

Town Point Park free (parking $1 hour) Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin are two awesome family attractions that are great fun for families visiting Norfolk. But in addition and in very close proximity to these two attractions is Town Point Park, an eight-acre outdoor park with a spectacular view of the Elizabeth River. When the weather is warm, kids can play in the water at TowneBank Fountain Park. This summer, families can bring a blanket and chairs and enjoy free outdoor movies during the Flicks at the Fountain Movie Series beginning July 7th. From Interstate 64, exit onto Interstate 264 West towards Downtown Norfolk Take exit 9, on your left, onto Waterside Drive For more information - www.festevents. org

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Worth a Little Splurge Easy Does It Ranch and Riding Academy various package prices If you love horses, gallop, don’t walk to the Easy Does It Ranch and Riding Academy on Muddy Creek Road in Virginia Beach (Pungo). Ranch owner and instructor Malinda Scott specializes in anybody that “wants to ride a horse but never had the chance to learn.” Scott also specializes in teaching “scardeycats” how to ride like one of the “Young Guns” gang. “And by the way,” says Scott, “Horses aren’t just for children. Lately about 70 percent of my customers are adults.” So those families looking to learn about horses and jump up into the saddle and ride into the sunset - need to give the Easy Does it Ranch a buzz. 3581 Muddy Creek Road Virginia Beach, VA 23456 Ranch Office: (757) 721-4646 www. EasyDoesItRanch.net

Ocean Breeze Water Park season pass $64.99 At first $65 dollars might seem prohibitive - but if you factor in several trips to Ocean Breeze Water Park over the summer, you can make it worth every penny. This family-friendly water park offers slides, a wave pool, and inner tube water rides. As much fun for parents as for kids. The park does offer a wide range of refreshments inside the park - but families wanting to watch their budgets can take a break, walk to the car and use one of the many picnic tables. P.S. Make sure to tell Hugh-Mungous, the gigantic gorilla, Tidewater Parent Magazine says hello. http://www.oceanbreezewaterpark.com

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dents lose one to three months of learning from the previous year, studies have shown. // They forget math and spelling skills. They grow fuzzy on basic history and science lessons. They start having trouble reading for longer periods of

time, with children from lower-income families particularly at risk for reading loss. Each fall, teachers often must spend four to six weeks on review. // But parents can plug the drain by looking at summer not just as a vacation but a chance to prepare for the next school year, experts say. Look at it this way: just as an athlete can’t take three months off from exercise without falling behind, the brain can’t laze around without shifting into reverse.

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“You want to keep them in learning mode,” says Amy Scott, center director for the Huntington Learning Center in Virginia Beach. “You don’t want kids to have the impression that no education happens in the summer. Make sure they’re not looking at it as a punishment but as a way to make things easier for them in future classes.” Scott recommends focusing on any academic weaknesses from the most recent school year, preferably by scheduling a meeting with a child’s teacher before school lets out. Parents also can learn what’s coming up in the next school year by talking to teachers, reviewing summer materials sent home by schools or going online to the Virginia Department of Education site (www.doe.virginia. gov), which lists Standards of Learning guidelines for each grade level. “The summer is a great time to practice skills and review lessons where the child has struggled,” Scott says. “Then you can also get a jump start for the next year.” The key with summer learning is to find a good mix between recreation and education, says Elizabeth Pell, an assistant principal at Waller Mill Elementary School in York County. Pell also serves as Elementary Summer Academy Principal for the county’s school division. “While review and practice is ideal, it is also important not to overburden children,” she says. “They need a break as well.” Some ideas from local schools and tutoring centers: Have a semi-structured schedule. Setting up some daily or weekly activities will help a child when it’s time to transition back to school in the fall. For example, you might go to the library every Friday. Or you might practice multiplication facts each day from 5 to 5:30 p.m. Read for fun. Basically, read every-

thing: road signs on vacation, restaurant menus, comic books, cookbooks and more. Take advantage of summer reading programs at your local library, and pay attention to reading lists for higher grade levels. Set goals with your child, even if it’s just finishing one book a week. Talk about what he reads to reinforce reading comprehension skills. Once you meet a goal, plan a fun reward such as going to a movie or out for ice cream.

The key with summer learning is to find a good mix between recreation and education.

Write regularly. One great idea is to keep a summer journal to record fun moments. Every night before bed, have your child write three sentences about what made him happiest that day. She may resist at first, but after a while she’ll be programmed to notice moments during the day that she’d like to write about. Encourage her to vary her vocabulary and use the biggest words she can, even if she doesn’t know how to spell them (you can look them up in the dictionary together). Kids can also write letters to grandparents or pen pals or interview an older relative or friend and write an essay about it. Play math games. Make it fun. Bake a pie and cut it into pieces while talking about measurements and fractions. Go grocery shopping with a set price ceiling and challenge the child to stay

under that amount. Keep track of a favorite sports team’s statistics to practice calculating averages. Learn a new skill. It doesn’t have to be academic: your child might want to try a different sport, take an art or dance class, start collecting coins or tackle a woodworking project such as making a birdhouse. You’ll be keeping his brain active and possibly developing fine motor skills that will help with writing. Pick a theme. What is your child really interested in knowing more about? Maybe she’s fascinated by trains, for instance. In that case, you can research the history of railroads online, check out books from the library and visit an actual station. Organize family game nights. Even games that aren’t obviously “educational” involve logic and concentration, including Uno, Connect Four and tic-tac-toe. Monopoly is ideal for working on math skills and the value of money. Go to museums and historical sites. Aim to head out once a week or once a month, depending on your schedule and finances. If possible, tie the trips to what a child will be learning the following year in his social studies or science classes. If he’ll be studying plants and animals in science, hit the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News or the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center in Virginia Beach. If it’s early American History, venture out to Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown Settlement or the Yorktown Victory Center. Consider a tutor. If you know your child’s weak spots and can afford oneon-one sessions, summer is a perfect time to do so. Ask your child’s school for a list of teachers who tutor during vacations or look into the area’s private tutoring companies.

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ic chemicals. Ideally, find paints that are labeled “No VOC,” which stands for Volatile Organic Compounds. You might also see “Zero VOC” or “VOCFree.” Your next best bet, if you can’t find one of those three, is “Low VOC.” For flooring, you might think a new, clean carpet is the way to go - but it would actually be a wrong turn. Nimocks says they hold “stuff,” such as chemicals and dirt. A better choice: Hard flooring. She suggests bamboo, cork or rubber as good materials. If you must have some sort of rug, use a small one as an accent and think natural. “I recommend wool,” she says. The next place to go green is even closer to Baby: His or her bed. The bassinet and crib should have a breathable mattress. Nimocks has found two reliable brands: Naturepedic, which she likes in part because they also offer twin and queen-sized mattress, and a

newer company, Nook. She describes their Pebble mattress as being made of a plant-based latex and their Pebble Lite from an organic foam. A bonus is that the mattress is “flippable,” with a firmer side for babies and a softer side for toddlers. “The mattresses might help lessen upper respiratory problems or sleeping concerns,” she notes. For the actual crib, go with wood that is paint- and stain-free. Nimocks worries about babies teething and trying to chew on the crib. Who knows what kind of chemicals they might ingest before Mommy or Daddy realizes what Baby is doing. A crib good company with fun, modern designs is Oeuf, she says. Complete the nursery with organic bedding, washed in organic detergents. Your baby will hopefully breathe easier and maybe have fewer skin problems. Nimocks has found some of her

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customers to be well-educated on all of the above suggestions, and she’s always glad that they’ve done their homework - especially when it comes to price. “They come in expecting to pay more,” she explains “That’s good because it’s shocking otherwise.” And Nimocks isn’t talking about a little more. An average crib might cost

you $150 at a chain store. One of the brands she suggests could be $600 or more. The mattresses could be hundreds of dollars. She has seen prices get better, though. She hopes to see even greater improvements in the future, too. Until then, however, she understands that not everyone can go as “green” as they’d like due to finances. That was the situation Kari Lomanno faced with her two children. The Chesapeake teacher describes herself as a natural mom - all for natural child birth even - but one with a limited budget. The solution for her and her husband was recycling their own items. “We ...couldn’t afford the organic cot-

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make learning an experıence Adults call it learning. Children call it play. But they both agree it is fun. Museums and science centers are a great way to explore art, history and science in an environment that’s educational and fun. Want to get the most out of your visit to a museum or science center? Consider the following:

Take it in kid-sized chunks. If the museum or science center is fairly large, there may be too much to see in one day. Instead of trying to visit all the exhibits at once, focus on the ones you really want to see and plan to return soon. Another reason to plan a second visit is that exhibits can change every so often. Some museums and science centers offer family memberships which can be a real bargain. Most often, an annual membership is less than or equal to what it would cost to visit there twice.

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quest a brochure. Go over it with your kids. Choose attractions you want to see the most. Buy tickets for special shows in advance. Also find out if there a place to eat, if you can bring lunch, and inquire about other special services you may need. Calling ahead will let you know what to expect.

science centers offer exciting and educational movies which also provide a nice break during the day. If you decide to see a film, plan to watch it after you’ve visited several exhibits—when both you and your kids could use a few moments sit and relax. If the place you’re visiting has a giant screen movie, consider watching it. These five-story-high screens are awesome and allow you to experience the film adventure as if you were there. Keep in mind, however, that very young children may get scared if they reach sensory overload.

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Stimulate thinking. Ask questions such

as “What do you see?” “What does it feel like?” “What does this remind you of?” This will help kids relate what they’re doing and seeing to a personal experience. Also ask cause-and-effect questions. “What do you think will happen if?” The point is not necessarily to know the right answers, but to learn how to find the answers. And if you don’t know the answer, admit it. Remember, no one knows everything. Instead say, “Let’s find out together.” Respect your children’s ideas. Children

have a way of looking at things from a different perspective. Enjoy their perceptions of what they see, hear, and feel. Keep in mind that while their experience is more limited than yours and some of their ideas may seem silly to you, scientific breakthroughs start when somebody sees the world in a different way. Extend the educational experience.

Check out the museum’s store for kits, books, and materials related to what you saw. Encourage your kids to share what they did with others. -Denise Yearian is the former editor of two parenting magazines and the mother of three children.

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But recent increasing expectations about academic achievement, coupled with budget cuts, have prompted many schools to cut back on both recess and gym class. The U-M C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health recently asked parents of children ages 6 to 11 years for their views about physical activity in schools. “Parents are virtually unanimous that it’s very important for elementary-school kids to get physical activity during every school day,” says Sarah Clark, M.P.H., associate director of the poll and associate director of the Child Health Evaluation and Research (CHEAR) Unit at the U-M Medical School. “However, one-third of parents think that their kids do not get enough physical activity at school.”

Approximately 35 percent of parents feel their children’s elementary schools have too little time in gym class, 26 percent think there is not enough playground equipment and 22 percent say there is too little time for recess. “Academic and budget pressures threaten schools’ ability to provide outlets and opportunities for children’s physical activity. Many parents are noticing that something is missing,” says Clark. “School officials should note the strong support from parents for the importance of physical activity during the school day for children in the elementary grades,” continues Clark. “Parents see many reasons why physical activity is valuable for their children — not just in preventing obesity but also in promoting healthy physical development.”

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UMMER WAS GRAND when I was a kid. Playing “freeze tag” with the neighborhood kids. Picking blackberries with purple-stained fingers. Finding tadpoles in the ditch in front of our house after a

hard rain. // But Thursday mornings were the best. The bookmobile would come rumbling down our street, filled with row after row of adventures and characters I couldn’t wait to take home. Pippi Longstocking. Nancy Drew. The Cat in the Hat. I loved them all, and I knew I had all the lazy, homeworkfree time I wanted to lose myself in a grand — or just plain silly — story every day of summer vacation.

DON’T LOSE IT — USE IT!

That kind of free, unstructured time for reading is crucial for nurturing a child’s reading skills during the summer, says reading expert Jim Trelease, author of The Read-Aloud Handbook (Penguin U.S.A.). “It’s true what they say about ‘use it or lose it,’” he adds. “Reading skills, if they’re not used, do drop off by summer’s end.” Fortunately, it’s not hard to keep a child’s vocabulary, reading skills and love of reading flourishing during summer vacation. Here are some tips from the experts: Make summer reading fun. Every child

should read a minimum of six books, or have six books read to him, during the

summer, Trelease says. “These should be ‘relaxation fiction,” he adds. “After all, when we read books during the summer as kids, we weren’t reading the classics. And people on planes certainly aren’t reading the classics. They’re reading Judith Krantz or Tom Clancy!” Summer reading shouldn’t be an extension of school, says Trelease. “It’s OK to read a little junk during the summer.” He remembers one of the best parts of his own summer reading as a child: “I chose the books,” he says. “It gave me a sense of ownership.” Ask the children’s librarian at your local library for a list of age-appropriate books. Many libraries also provide information or workshops on reading aloud to your child.

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Stir up some summer adventure.

“Listening comprehension comes before reading comprehension,” says Trelease. And parents can help expand a child’s “listening vocabulary” by expanding his world. “If a child stays in the same neighborhood all summer, he has the same vocabulary. He has the same experiences over and over. He never hears anything new,” Trelease explains. Fortunately, a trip to Europe isn’t required. Just trying something new exposes kids to fresh experiences. Checking out a local dog show, attending a bluegrass concert or picking your own peaches at a nearby orchard (and making your own pie, with your child reading the recipe) can, on a follow-up library trip, whet a kid’s appetite for books on golden retrievers, banjo pickin’, farming or baking. One of my favorite childhood memories is of the family trip we took to Hershey, Pennsylvania to tour the worldfamous chocolate factory. I can still picture the huge vats of chocolate with the swirling wooden paddles. The street lights made to resemble foil-covered Hershey kisses. The conveyer belts running everywhere. (And, of course, the free samples.) That simple one-hour tour sparked my life-long fascination with “how-things-work” books. Now, years later, I’m sharing those books with my son.

Host a book-themed party for younger kids. Encourage guests to dress as their favorite book characters. Play games and eat foods featured in the book. Alice In Wonderland is always a favorite, and it offers lots of easy-to-make costume ideas. Join the club. Encourage your child to sign up for a reading club at your local library. Reading clubs make reading “cool” and often include reading-related activities and fun prizes. Set an example. Let your child see you reading for pleasure.

My mother-in-law, a retired reading specialist, used to marvel at the fact that when my husband, Randy, was in kindergarten, she discovered him reading the San Francisco Chronicle sports page. If his dad hadn’t made it obvious how much fun it was to follow the Giants in the paper each morning, “I’m sure Randy wouldn’t have paid any attention,” she would say. Try to encourage all kinds of breakfast reading, suggests Trelease. (Nutrition nightmares aside, remember how much fun it was to read the back of the Captain Crunch box?) During the summer, when a kid’s morning can be a bit less rushed, make sure a few fun books are within easy reach at the breakfast table, Trelease adds.

Go Bieber with Tidewater Parent Tidewater Parent and Festevents are joining forces to bring you as much Justin Bieber as we possibly can. Gather the clan for the Flicks at the Fountain presentation of Justin Bieber’s: Never Say Never, July 13, 8:30 p.m. at Town Point Park, in Norfolk. But before the show, watch local Bieber-wannabes perform their version of his top pop hits.

Is your child interested in joining the Bieber sing-a-long? We’re looking for contestants for the pre-show to sing Bieber hits before the movie. Register, and your child might be picked to perform. Details and a registration form can be found on our website, www.mytidewatermoms.com. Entries are due to us by July 1, and we’ll pick the contestants and notify them by July 6. Oh, and one of our contestants will go home with a basket full of goodies, and maybe a little Bieber take-away, too!

—Kathy Sena is a freelance writer and the mother of a 15-year-old son who still loves Shel Silverstein. Visit her blog at www.badballet.com.

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teaching as a sales job. Her goal: Convince kids that they want to learn math. By focusing her lessons on the practical, she was successful. Now, in her second career as a writer, she has the chance to do the same thing for parents in her new book, Math for Grownups ($ 14.95, Adams Media).

Taking a break from writing her blog (www.mathforgrownups.com) and promoting her book (out in July), Laing talked with Tidewater Parent about parents - and their children — understanding and using math:

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1. Who do you hope will read this book?

The book is designed for folks who think they can’t do math, as well as people who don’t mind math but need a quick refresher. Each chapter focuses on a situation when math is useful (or required). The first chapter is about shopping, so that’s when I talk about percents. The second chapter is about buying a car; the third is about buying a house, and so on. I show readers how to use formulas, estimate, work with fractions, and more. I am not trying to woo readers into falling in love with math. But I do want them to face up to the reality that, like it or not, they have to do math. Math doesn’t have to be your BFF, but you can get along in public.

2. What are some of the things people will learn in your book?

Above all else, I hope they learn not to be afraid of math. When we let that fear control us, we can make costly mistakes; we can pay way too much for a vacation, for example, or order too much mulch for the backyard. Or worse, we can rack up credit card debt that Donald Trump couldn’t pay off! The point of this book is to learn problem-solving skills. The arithmetic is way less important than approaching the problem in a way that makes sense. And that’s a problem with math education: it assumes that we should all be learning math in the same way. For example, I like to draw pictures for my math problems. Others would rather skip that step. I find algebraic equations useful, but others can see the answer without solving for x. Why should we all do these problems in the same way? Fact is, we don’t have to. But practically speaking, readers will learn how to find the best deal in the grocery store — with and without coupons; how much border they need for a corner garden; how long it will take them to drive somewhere; and whether or not they can really lose 12 pounds a week by taking a weight loss pill. All of this is done in a light-hearted, funny way.

4. What have your daughter and partner learned from you about math?

My partner is a way better mathematician than I am! We met in college, when we were both math majors. She had never taken calculus before, and she had an awful teacher. So I helped her with it for a couple of weeks. And then she left me in the dust. She’s more of a theoretical mathematician. She studied abstract algebra: group theory and knot theory. I was definitely a math teacher. I’m much more interested in how people are learning than the math itself. My pedagogical instincts are way more valuable as a teacher and math book author! Our daughter is comfortable with math, but she says she hates it. She would benefit from a more holistic approach, so we try to give her that at home. When she wanted to repaint her room, she did the math to figure out how much paint we needed to buy. I think that talking through everyday math problems with her has helped her become a confident problem solver. But she still longs for the ability to do math quickly. And I can’t convince her that speed is not at all required.

The point of this book is to learn problemsolving skills.

3. How can parents help children after reading this book?

Confidence is key. I hear from parents all the time that they don’t know how to help their kids with their math homework. In many schools, math is being taught differently than the way we were taught. For example, kids don’t “carry” in addition problems anymore. They “regroup.” That simple change freaks parents out. If grownups and kids can learn to talk about math, these differences won’t matter as much.

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I’M SUPER-EXCITED about all the great movies coming out this month! Everything from a new ‘X-Men’ installment to that kid-lit icon Judy Moody to those loveable ‘Cars,’ speeding off on an international thrill-ride. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters and on DVD/Blu-ray in June.

X-Men: First Class PG-13. In theaters 6/3. Ok for kids 13+. http://www.x-menfirstclass.com/ Before mutants revealed themselves to the world, before Charles Xavier (James McAvoy) and Erik Lehnsherr (Michael Fassbender) became archenemies and took the names Professor X and Magneto, they were two young men discovering their powers for the first time. They were also close friends, working together with other Mutants to prevent nuclear Armageddon. In the process, a grave rift between them opened, which began the eternal war between Magneto’s Brotherhood and the Professor’s X-Men. With a cast that includes Jennifer Lawrence, Rose Byrne, January Jones and Kevin Bacon, this movie looks to erase some of the memory of 2009’s less-than-stellar ‘X-Men Origin: Wolverine.’

Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer PG for some mild rude humor and language. In theaters 6/10. Ok for kids 7+. http://judymoodymovie. com/ Based on the Judy Moody books by Megan McDonald, this family comedy stars Jordana Beatty as the beloved third-grader who sets out to have the most thrilling summer of her life. It’s directed by John Schultz (‘Aliens in the Attic’) and also stars Heather Graham as Judy’s fun-loving Aunt Opal and Parris Mosteller as her little brother Stink. Look for this movie to have a sweet tone similar to 2010’s ‘Ramona and Beezus.’

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The Art of Getting By PG-13 for thematic elements, including sexual content, language, teen drinking and partying. In theaters 6/17. Ok for kids 13+. It doesn’t seem that long ago when Freddie Highmore was a wee lad starring in ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,’ and here he is all grown up. He stars as George Zinavoy, a lonely, fatalistic teen who’s made it all the way to his senior year without ever having done a real day of work. But his attitude and outlook on life starts to change when he’s befriended by free-spirited classmate Sally Howe (Emma Roberts). Directed by Gavin Wiesen, this romantic dramedy also stars Elizabeth Reaser, Rita Wilson, Michael Angarano and Blair Underwood.

Green Lantern Not yet rated; likely PG-13. In theaters 6/17 (3D & 2D). Ok for kids 13+. http:// www.greenlantern.com/ Can Ryan Reynolds bring the iconic Hal Jordan/Green Lantern to life on the big screen? With his handsome good looks and fun sense of humor, I say yes. The story follows his membership into the Green Lantern Corps., a brotherhood of warriors sworn to keep intergalactic order, with each Lantern wearing a mystical ring that grants him superpowers. With the encouragement of fellow test pilot and childhood sweetheart Carol Ferris (Blake Lively), Hal may become the greatest Green Lantern of all, helping to restore order to the universe after the evil Parallax threatens to destroy the balance of power. Directed by Martin Campbell (‘Casino Royale’), the allstar cast includes Peter Sarsgaard, Mark Strong, Jon Tenney, Geoffrey Rush, Tim Robbins, and Michael Clarke Duncan.

Cars 2 Not yet rated; likely G or PG. In theaters 6/24 (3D/2D and IMAX 3D). Ok for kids 6+. http://disney.go.com/ cars/cars2/

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Mr. Popper’s Penguins PG. In theaters 6/17. Ok for kids 8+. http://www. popperspenguins.com/ Based on the 1939 Newber y Award-winning book by Richard and Florence Atwater, this movie stars Jim Carrey as a house painter whose dreams of Arctic exploration prompt him to write letters to real explorers. One of them sends him a penguin, and before he knows it, the painter has a litter of 12 birds with big appetites, leading him to form Popper’s Performing Penguins, a stage act that creates mayhem at every stop. Directed by Mark Waters (‘The Spiderwick Chronicles,’ ‘Mean Girls’), this movie also stars Carla Gugino, Madeline Carroll (loved her in ‘Flipped’) and Angela Lansbury.

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farmers markets, including the star of the season, the tomato. // We like to enjoy vine-ripe tomatoes stuffed with a garden-fresh tuna fish salad; we use just about

whatever is in market to chop and toss in with premium-quality and a tiny drizzle of a favorite Italian dressing. When the tomato and tuna has been chilled in the refrigerator just before putting the two together for lunch or a light supper, the taste is crisp and refreshing.

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If you’d like, you can make a traditional tuna salad, and you don’t even have to stuff it in a tomato; wedged in a pita, spread on toast, piled high on a bed of greens, or wrapped in a big leaf of lettuce are all delish ways to enjoy. Quick and easy are key words This recipe comes together quick and easy because many of the components can be grabbed right at the farmers market or produce stand. Try finely chopping up a variety of fresh vegetables for your tuna salad; we love the classic crispiness of celery, but also toss in some carrot, snap peas, red or orange bell pep-

per, onion and the like - all are great ways to sneak in some veggies. You can also sneak in some fruit: coarsely chopped apple and grapes make good toss-ins, too. Add some chopped fresh herbs, too. Make things simple - just roughly chop the vegetables and, as a binder, use a prepared salad dressing if you wish. We prefer to use an oil-based Italian dressing to hold everything together and give flavor; a little goes a long way, and the tuna salad won’t be as goopy or fat-laden as ones made with mayonnaise. Also, the tomato is great eating with the residual dressing left in the hollowed out cavity.

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The ingredients you need 6 - 8 tomatoes 3 medium vacuum-sealed tuna packs 1 cup finely chopped vegetables and/or 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley, chopped 1-2 tablespoons Italian dressing or olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and freshly-ground black pepper

Kids can add the contents of the tuna packs to a bowl. Adults should chop the vegetables/fruit and parsley and kids can add to the tuna. Kids can measure out the dressing/oil and lemon juice and sprinkle salt and pepper over the tuna/vegetables. Kids can stir the contents with a wooden spoon to mix well. Kids can place the bowl in the refrigerator. Allow the mixture to chill about an hour. Kids can remove both the tomatoes and tuna mixture from the refrigerator and use spoons to fill the tomatoes with the tuna mix. Kids can replace the tomato top and serve.

Patrick Evans-Hylton is a Johnson & Wales University trained chef and an award-winning Hampton Roads-based food writer and educator. Read more of his adventures in food at www.PatrickEvansHylton.com

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After all, I put a lot into my relationships with those kids. Didn’t I take two hours off from work to see Sally compete in her school spelling bee? And wouldn’t I do the same for Wendy (if she were favored to win)? And when Marie missed the bus, didn’t I drive her to school (even though it meant arriving at work 20 minutes early and touching off a counterproductive wave of nervous speculation among my coworkers)? Backed by this record of consistent performance, it’s only natural that on Father’s Day I would stand by,

coyly expectant. But the day came and went VERY quietly. My wife gave me a book I’d been wanting, and 15-year-old Marie baked me a lovely apple pie. But the other two just treated it like any other day. I moped around the house, embarrassed and hurt, trying not to remember the one year that my brothers and I stiffed our own dad on Father’s Day, and how Mom had quietly admonished us, and how crummy I felt. Now the dreaded day approaches once more, and I see three options:

1. Just decide that Father’s Day is a fake greeting-card holiday and try to laugh it off. 2. Ask my wife to twist the children’s little arms until they buy me ugly neckties. 3. Take Father’s Day by the throat and plan The Perfect Day. Option No. 3 sounds promising. We’ll wake up early and go somewhere. To an amusement park? No, this isn’t Children’s Day; I aim to be indulged a little. We’ll go to an historic site. Someplace where major unpleasantness occurred long ago. A place like the Alamo, Bunker Hill, Alcatraz, the OK Corral, Fort Sumter or Valley Forge. I’ll have to look at a map and see what’s close enough for a day trip. My wife Betsy will drive, and I’ll sit in the back seat, crowded among the kids and we’ll all play silly car games. The one that’s been fun lately is called: Going on a Picnic. It’s a memory game. Each person has to recite a growing list of stuff to bring, and then add something. The fun part is adding things that are gross enough to make my wife exclaim, “Ewww, stop it!” or “Oh ick!”

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but not so nasty that she’ll quit the game. So we have the treat of hearing her say: “I’m going to a picnic and I’m bringing: a blue-bottomed baboon, a bucket of dead squirrels, a supertanker full of stomach-pumpings and a green sweater.� Wendy, 9, who cannot remember that 6 times 7 equals whatever, has an uncanny gift for retaining this everlengthening list of distasteful items. And when anyone is stumped, she whispers clues ranging from soundeffects to the actual words. We laugh like hyenas - Betsy, too. Because it’s my day, when we stop for fuel and snacks, Sally of the rarefied tastes will NOT ask me to buy imported spring water. If water is needed for survival, she will have remembered to fill a canteen from the faucet at home. At the gift shop, which will be attached to any historic shrine we visit, Wendy will graciously settle for ONE souvenir, and she and her sisters will chip in to buy me a commemorative coffee mug. And at lunch no one will order a big milkshake as her beverage and then fail to eat a costly sandwich - because we want the day to be special. Back home, after dinner maybe we’ll have a pie baked by Marie and I’ll pour some coffee into my new mug. With each slurp, I’ll pay tribute to the patriots or villains or innocent bystanders whose suffering so long ago eventually afforded me this perfect day. And as for the kids, they’ll go to sleep with the satisfaction that their daughterly devotion accounts are all paid up. And they’ll have garnered something for themselves, too - some knowledge, a few memories, and a warm feeling. It’s really all about them anyway. Any dad will tell you, fatherhood without kids is like greyhound racing without the dogs. (But that’s not to say that the hounds should be in charge.) Rick can be reached at rickepstein@ yahoo.com.

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hospital for a week.

But “mental incompetence” isn’t a luxury for most of us, even if we know that taking the family to Disney World or even just to the Outer Banks is probably enough to drive us insane. It’s not that we don’t love our families, but there’s usually little resting and relaxing when there are kids in the vacation mix. If this is the case in your family - and in 93.4 percent of families with children under 12 it is - then I would suggest ignoring the vacation is-

sue altogether or at least going with the economy-induced staycation. Trust me when I tell you that for many kids - especially preteens and younger - every day they don’t have to do homework is a vacation of sorts. Teenagers usually have to much angst to consider anything a vacation. Our family took a vacation over spring break and it’s a minor miracle that we were still talking to each other by the time the week-long jaunt to Tex-

as was over. We stayed with my sister, her husband and their nearly 2-yearold twins. The good news was that her house is big enough that everybody had their own room and we weren’t tripping over each other. The bad news is that one of us threw up pizza all over my sister’s white carpet, one of us passed out on the plane on the way there and had to be checked out by EMTs in the Atlanta airport, and one of us fell from the top of the playset in my sister’s backyard. But there were no trips to the emergency room, nobody punched somebody else in the eye and I’m pretty sure that if we let enough time go by my sister will eventually forget about the chaos we brought to her house and let us visit again. Unfortunately for me I spent most of my vacation in the bathroom. But not

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because I ate something I shouldn’t have or drank an imported bottle of water from Mexico. Kyle, our 3-year-old, is not a complete master of his own bladder and often needs an accomplice when he visits the bathroom. He knows what do to but for some reason he enjoys the company. This is understandable when it comes to public facilities, but I’m not sure why we need a team effort when it’s my sister’s tastefully decorated and friendly bathroom. In public bathrooms I feel, and sometimes act, like I’m a Secret Service Agent checking out the bathroom for the President. I scan the bathroom for bad elements, usher my son to the one urinal he’s tall enough to use and then turn around to scan the room while he hopefully doesn’t pee on his shoes. The other fact of life that comes with a 3-year-old is that his bladder is very small. That means that pretty much everything we do with him starts and ends with a trip to bathroom. So if we pass

I’m pretty sure that if we let enough time go by my sister will eventually forget about the chaos we brought to her house and let us visit again.

a bathroom in the airport, mall or restaurant we simply just take him in for a visit even if he went 15-20 minutes before. Over the course of this we’ve discovered that even when he hasn’t had anything to drink in a long time he always has to go. Always.

It will be nice when Kyle gets a bit older and doesn’t need constant peepee supervision. We know the time will come when he won’t need an armed escort or a constant reminder about using the facilities. The good news after our vacation to Texas is that I’m familiar with many of the public restrooms in the Newport News, Atlanta and Dallas-Fort Worth airports, as well as many of the tourist facilities that we visited in the Lone Star State. I know which ones have a stool to help the younger bathroom users reach the faucet and soap dispensers. I also know which bathrooms aren’t safe enough even for HAZMAT personnel in their big plastic suits. Hopefully, our next vacation - perhaps when the kids are teenagers and want nothing to do with their parents - will involve fewer trips to the bathroom and more trips to the bar, pool, fine dining establishments, etc. Please?

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Joining forces through NASA’s outreach program benefits military families

DON’T USUALLY let my kids miss school. But when NASA’s Office of Education reached out and invited America’s military families to attend a pre-launch summit and watch the Space Shuttle Endeavor take off

on its final flight, I couldn’t resist the opportunity.

NASA’s program was focused on activities promoting science, technology, engineering and mathematics, so the family field trip was deemed educational and excused. We flew to Orlando and joined other military families for a full day of hands-on, space-themed activities. The kids met astronauts; got their pictures taken in space suits; built edible moon buggies out of cookies; flew straw rockets and put together candy space craft; made telescopes and concocted moon walk cooling systems out of tube socks and clear tubing. Astronauts and their families discussed what they have in common with military families and about their risky and important work that takes them away from their loved ones too. The military kids were challenged to set physical fitness goals in the “Train like an astronaut” session.

The next day we were bussed to the causeway at Kennedy Space Center but unfortunately the launch was scrubbed due to mechanical issues. Everyone was disappointed, but once we talked about the astronauts’ safety in terms of how they would feel if their military parents were deployed without tip-top working equipment, the kids understood completely. We flew home the next day, suitcases full of mission stickers, NASA tee shirts, astronaut autographs which they took to school for a space show-and-tell about their experience. NASA’s military family outreach supported the Mrs. Obama and Dr. Biden initiative - Joining Forces, a national campaign designed to mobilize all sectors of society to give service members and their families opportunities and support.

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Curious George Saves the Day: The Art of Margret and H. A. Rey 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and continues until Sept. 4. Nearly 80 original drawings, book mock-ups, personal photographs, and documents tell the true story behind the Reys’ best-selling fiction for children and one of the world’s favorite characters. Chrysler Museum of Art, 245 W Olney Rd. (N) 664-6200 or www.chrysler.org

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Black Music Month Display 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Individuals, both local and national, involved in the music industry will be featured in the display. Blyden Branch, 879 E. Princess Anne Rd. (N) 441-2852 Wednesday Weekly Story Time 10:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, a craft and cookies. Barnes and Noble Bookstore, 12170 Jefferson Ave. (NN) 249-2488

June 2

Tickle My Ears: Modern & Contemporary Galleries 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. This unique storytelling program for pre-kindergarten children meets for stories, songs, and surprises that help young children appreciate art.

Reservations are not necessary for individuals, but please call 333-6239 for group reservations. Chrysler Museum of Art, 245 W Olney Rd. (N) 664-6200 or www.chrysler.org Seed to Stalk Theme Month 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. and continues until June 30. Explore American agriculture of the 17th and 18th centuries during an interpretive theme month with hands-on activities. A combination ticket to both museums is $20.00 for adults and $10.00 for ages 6-12. Admission to Jamestown Settlement is $15.50 adults, $7.25 (6-12); and to the Yorktown Victory Center, $9.50 adults; $5.25 (6-12). Children under 6 are free. State Route 31 in James City County, adjacent to Historic Jamestowne. (888) 593-4682 toll-free or (757) 253-4838, or visit www. historyisfun.org.

Poe Murder Mystery 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Join us for a dark dreary evening where a mystery is knocking to be solved. Follow the clues and unravel the truth of what happened. Enrollment begins May 1. Age 12-18. Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd., 385-0150. 12th Annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. and continues June 5 until 5 p.m. Immerse yourself in early 1700s Hampton with live entertainment, pirate camp, children’s activities and sea battles. Downtown Hampton, Settlers Landing Road (H) 727-0900 or www. blackbeardfestival.com

June 4

Sea Monster Family Day 10 a.m.5 p.m. Enjoy a day of sea monsters and mermaids at The Mariners’ Museum as your family explores the sometimes fun, sometimes scary world of the water. Free with museum admission. The Mariners’ Museum, 100 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-2222 or www.marinersmuseum.org Skating Party 5 p.m.-7 p.m. A chance for families to have a great evening reliving old memories and creating new ones, all while helping keep the arts alive at Peninsula Fine Arts Center. Advanced tickets are $8 per child (ages 2-12) and $12 per adult. Call 596-8175. Tickets also can be purchased at the door for $10 per child and $15 per adult. Peninsula Family Skating Rink, 307 Main St. (NN) 596-8175 or www.pfac-va.org

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June 6

1-2-3 Magic Parenting Class 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. and continues Mondays until June 27. This nationally recognized video-based positive discipline technique program will teach parents how to correct negative behavior in children 2 to 12 years old, while encouraging positive behavior. Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital Health Resource Center 2 Bernardine Dr., (NN) To register 886-6511 or e-mail delores_price@ bshsi.org Amazing Butterflies 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. and continues until Sept 5. Shrink down into the undergrowth to become one of the most extraordinary creatures on earth in “Amazing Butterflies,” created by The Natural History Museum in London in collaboration with Minotaur Mazes. The Virginia Living Museum, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 595-1900 or www. thevlm.org

June 7

Newport News Public High School Senior Miniature Exhibition 10 a.m.5 p.m. and continues until June 12. This surprising exhibition features over 100 artworks in various media submitted from across the district. Each artwork measures no more than 4x5 inches. Several 3D pieces are included. Peninsula Fine Arts Center, 101 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-8175 or www.pfac-va.org Teen Advisory Group 5 p.m.- 6 p.m. Discuss current books or events and decide on a book for the next meeting. Plan and assist with other library programs. Snacks provided. No enrollment. Age 12-18. Great Neck Area Library, 1251 Biscayne Drive, 385-2606

June 8

Story and a Walk 10 a.m. Enjoy a story and a nature walk with a Park Ranger. Continues every second Wednesday of the month. Newport News Park, 13560 Jefferson Ave. (NN) 888-3333 or www. nnparks.com Family Gaming Night 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. and continues Wednesdays until

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June 9

For four memorable days, the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront transforms into an exciting playground for people of all ages. The historic waterfront festival offers a weekend packed with exciting activities on land and sea! Free Concerts By the Lake 6 p.m.10 p.m. and continues Thursdays in June. Bring a blanket and the children as you enjoy live music, activities, and food and beverages on the front lawn of The Mariners’ Museum, 100 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-2222 or www. marinersmuseum.org

June 10

Stargazing Sunset. Enjoy the stars and planets with high powered telescopes provided by local amateur astronomers. Every second and fourth Friday of the month. Riverview Farm Park, 105 City Farm Rd. (NN) 886-7912

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Latin Festival - 12 p.m..- 10 p.m. and continues June 11. For two days enjoy the sights and sounds of the Latin experience. On the beach at 24th Street (VB) 425-3111 or www. beachstreeetusa.com

June 11

Saturday Nights Live 6:30 p.m. Enjoy garden events and star party and laser show. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 595-1900 or www.thevlm.org Werowocomoco: Seat of Power Special Exhibition, Jamestown Settlement 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and continues until June 30. More than 60 artifacts spanning nearly 10,000 years from one of the most significant sites in Virginia Indian history are on display for the first time in a museum setting. State Route 31 in James City County, adjacent to Historic Jamestowne. (888) 593-4682 toll-free or (757) 253-4838, or visit www.historyisfun.org

June 12

The Blue Realm - Shark Business various times. New in CineMuse Hi-Def Cinema. Shark Business unravels some of the mysteries surrunding sharks with controversial behaviorist Dr. Erich Ritter. Witness divers testing the limits of sharkhuman interaction outside of cages. Nauticus, 1 Waterside Dr. (N) 664-1001 And Up Pops the Monitor 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and continues until Sept. 4. Explore the national fascination with the Monitor and Merrimac - through toys, games, comics, bubble gum cards, whiskey ads and even major home appliances. The Mariners’ Museum, 100 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-2222 or www.marinersmuseum.org

June 13

Amazing Animals 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3p.m. This is a fast-paced, exciting program that features some unusual things animals have and do to survive. It includes audience participation activities and the opportunity to meet live animals up close and personal. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 595-1900 or www.thevlm.org

Get Lost! Be aMAZEd! Summer Exhibit 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. continues until Sept. 5. Get lost at Norfolk Botanical Garden this summer! Navigate through themed mazes, play games, solve puzzles and participate in amazing activities all summer long. Norfolk Botanical Gardens, 6700 Azalea Garden Rd. (N) 441-5830 or www.nbgs. org

June 14 Flag Day

ZooTales 11 a.m. and continues every Tuesday. Enjoy story time at the Zoo and meet an animal or two! Activity included with Zoo admission: $7 adults, $5 children 2-11, $6 seniors 62 and over, free to Zoo members. Virginia Zoo, 3500 Granby St. (N) 441-2374, ext. 229 Behind-the-Scenes Tour at the Virginia Living Museum 3 p.m. and continues Tuesdays and Saturdays. Enjoy a guided by a member of our knowledgeable curatorial staff. The Virginia Living Museum, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 599-1900 or www. thevlm.org

June 15

Form and Shadow: Recent Work by Greg Henry noon- 5 p.m. Play gallery games for families with works by Greg Henry who is well-known in the Hampton Roads community for his participation in regional exhibitions. Peninsula Fine Arts Center, 101 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-8175 or www. pfac-va.org Movie Mocking Night 5 p.m. Teens, let’s mock bad flicks. Larchmont Branch Library, 6525 Hampton Blvd. (N) 441-5335

June 16

ToddlerTime 10:30 a.m. and continues Thursdays until Aug. 25. Features age appropriate stories, activities, and free play for children too old for Babygarten, but not quite ready for Storytime. Lafayette Branch Library, 1610 Cromwell Dr. (N) 441-2842 The Living Sea Times vary. This film celebrates the world ocean - its beauty, diversity and importance to all life on Earth. Nauticus, 1 Waterside Dr. (N) 664-1001

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June 17

Father’s Day Craft 3 p.m. Decorate a hammer for dad. Please call to sign up in advance for this program. Larchmont Branch Library, 6525 Hampton Blvd. (N) 441-5335 Human Grossology 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and continues until Sept. 6. Sometimes it’s stinky; sometimes it’s crusty; and sometimes it’s slimy. Explore the good, the bad and the downright ugly. Virginia Air and Space Center, 700 Settlers Landing (H) 727-0900 or www.vasc.org

June 18

Privacy in the Digital Age 9 a.m.4:30 p.m. This includes a presentation by a noted author on privacy, a shredding truck, a panel discussion, and free booklets and other printed information. It is free and open to the public. A 1 p.m. presentation by Dr. Siva Vaidhyanathan, a University of Virginia professor, historian and media scholar, will discuss his new book, The Googlization of Everything (And Why We Should Worry). 110 Main Street Library, Main Street (NN) 926-1357 Discover the World of Magic 3:30 p.m. Enjoy Magician Mike Klee with his amazing tales magic show. Call to enroll. Windsor Woods Area Library, 3612 South Plaza Trail (VB) 385-2630 Story time 10 a.m. The third Saturday of the month is story time at the Virginia Living Museum. The Virginia Living Museum, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 599-1900 or www.thevlm.org

June 19

Happy Father’s Day Boardwalk Art Show and Festival 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Enjoy 300 artists and a fun festival atmosphere at the oceanfront during Father’s Day Weekend. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, 100 24th St. (VB) 425-0000 or www. cacv.org/events/boardwalk.asp Big Bands on the Bay 7 p.m.-9 p.m. and every Sunday until Sept. 4. Guests are invited down to the Gazebo at Ocean View Beach Park for live Big Band music and dancing beside the Chesapeake Bay. Lawn chairs, blankets and picnics are welcomed. Ocean View Beach Park, Ocean View Avenue (N) 441-2345 or www.festevents.org

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New Exhibit Asia Trail of the Tiger 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Enjoy tigers, tapirs and other Asian animals. Virginia Zoo, 3500 Granby St. (N) 441-2374

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Fairy Houses 10:15 a.m.- 11:45 a.m. Build a special home for the fairies to visit. We’ll listen to stories about fairy houses and then build some around the Library. Bring natural materials, such as branches, bark, dry grasses, stones, pinecones, shells, acorns, feathers, cut lawn grass, clean and washed egg shells, etc. Enrollment begins June 1. Age 5-11. Kempsville Area Library, 832 Kempsville Rd. (VB) 385-2627

June 21

VBPL Project Runway: Premiers Summer 2011- 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Teens, you will have two hours to design an outfit at one of four participating libraries. Then model your design to compete in the runway finale show. All design materials will be provided, plus there will be professional hairstylists on hand for the runway finale. Prizes include gift certificates donated by Charming Charlie. Enrollment required. Kempsville Area Library, 832 Kempsville Rd. (VB) 385-2627 Tweens & Teens Gaming Extravaganza 3 p.m.- 5 p.m. and continues Tuesdays until July 26. Tweens and teens enjoy Nintendo Wii and board games too. Van Wyck Branch Library, 1368 DeBree Ave. (N) 441-2844

June 22

Fountain Field Days 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. and continues Wednesdays until Aug. 31.Enjoy an interactive fountain, children’s activities, exercise programs, lawn games, theatre, dance and more. TowneBank Fountain Park, Waterside Drive (N) 441-2345 or www. festevents.org Summer Reading Program Kick-Off with Rob Westcott 2 p.m. Magician Rob Westcott presents an exciting hour of magic, comedy, and fun educational exercises. Park Place Branch Library, 620 W. 29th St. (N) 664-7330

June 23

Fantastic Animals from the Sea 11 a.m. Join us as puppets from the Virginia Aquarium come alive. Horace C. Downing Branch Library, 555 E. Liberty St. (N) 441-1968 John Kingry’s Marvelous Magic Show 11 a.m. Magician John Kingry presents a fun interactive magic show featuring doves and a rabbit. Janaf Branch Library, 124 Janaf Shopping Center (N) 441-5660

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June 24

Storytelling in the Park 11 a.m. Experience the art of storytelling through magic, music, puppetry and prose. Come early and bring your picnic basket or stay after to greet the animals and enjoy the playground. Bluebird Gap Farm, 60 Pine Chapel Rd. (H) 727-8310 or www.hampton.gov/ parks

Fun Time Craft Time 3:30 p.m. and continues Fridays until Aug. 19 Each week during the summer we’ll do a different fun craft. Larchmont Branch Library, 6525 Hampton Blvd. (N) 441-5335

June 25

Summerfest 12 p.m.-3 p.m. Celebrate the beginning of the Summer Reading Program! Get a balloon creation from Ryan, the Balloon Guy, have your face painted by Ashley Pickens from Pick-nPaint, games, food, crafts. Van Wyck Branch Library, 1368 DeBree Ave. (N) 441-2844 March Into Summer Walk 10 a.m.12 p.m. The two-mile walk will include a sack race, face painting & tattoos for children, healthy cooking demonstrations, warm ups and a cool down with Bon Secours “In Motion” team, Tai Chi demonstrations and more. The first 200 participants to pre-register will receive a free goody bag filled with fun and healthy items. All participants are winners and will receive a small take-home prize. To pre-register call 441-5830 x 319 or cathy.fitzgerald@nbgs.org. Norfolk Botanical Gardens, 6700 Azalea Garden Rd. (N) 441-5830 or www.nbgs.org

June 26

Dolphin Watching various times. Observe bottlenose dolphins and their dynamic behaviors during a 90-minute ocean excursion. Fee: $20 per adult (12 years & over); $14 for children. Call 757 385-FISH for more information or visit www.virginiaaquarium.com for the schedule. Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd. (VB) 385-FISH Planetarium Shows - various times between 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Enjoy Zula Patrol, Oasis in Space, Virginia Skies, WSKY or Laser Retro. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 595-1900 or www.thevlm.org

June 27

Game on Series 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Play a variety of board and video games. Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd. (VB) 385-0150

June 28

Discover the World of Fire Safety 2 p.m. The Virginia Beach Fire Department’s clowns will tickle your funny bone as they teach safety through silliness. Call to enroll. Bayside & Special Services Library, 936 Independence Blvd., (VB) 385-2680 Discover the World of Birds 2 p.m. Roller Skating parrots? Bike riding cockatoos? Basketball playing macaws? Join us for an afternoon of remarkable bird tricks! Call to enroll. Age 5-up. Kempsville Area Library, 832 Kempsville Rd. (VB) 385-2627

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June 29

Summer Sounds on Styron Square 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Pack a snack, grab your lawn chairs and get ready. Throughout the entire summer, Hampton Roads’ best musical performers will take you away on wafts of sound and sensation. William Styron Square in Port Warwick, 3100 Styron Square (NN) 771 9343 or www.theportwarwickconservancy.com Tales in the Shade 10:30 a.m. and continues Wednesdays until Aug. 10. Step out of the heat and into the shade for cool and colorful tales and crafts! Your toddler and preschooler will have a ball. Park Place Branch Library, 620 W. 29th St. (N) 664-7330

June 30

Paint Days 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Every Tuesday and Thursday. Paint your own picture in the Kids Gallery. Peninsula Fine Arts Center, 101 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-8175 or www.pfac-va.org Discover the World of Dance 2 p.m. Put on your tutu and pirouette your way to the library. Ballet VA International will share stories and teach us a few basics of ballet. Call to enroll. Age 3-10. Great Neck Area Library, 1251 Biscayne Dr. (VB) 385-2606

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Bike Nights 4 p.m.- 7 p.m. Bring your bikes, helmets, family, friends and pedal through the petals. Norfolk Botanical Gardens, 6700 Azalea Garden Rd. (N) 441-5830 or www.nbgs.org

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