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Your 2013 Guide to Summer Camps and Family Fun
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contents Choosing A Summer Camp What parents need to know before they go...6
Monastery of the Holy Spirit Learn about monks, history and sample goodies...20
Summer Essentials 8 must-haves for summer campers...8
Art, music, storytelling and fishing Things to do—from Centennial Olympic Park to Panola Mountain State Park...23
Summer Reading Earn rewards and prizes for reading at local libraries ...10 Free Movies Your guide to free outdoor movies...15
Rockdale’s Extension Program Discover all the summer fun...27 Water Playgrounds Metro Atlanta’s best public places to cool off...28
FUN IN THE SUMMER TIME… PROTECT YOUR CHILD! SPORTS PARTICIPATION BASICS TO REDUCE INCIDENTS OF COLLAPSE IN ATHLETIC CHILDREN • Adequate hydration • Nutritional intake of Vitamin D, Iron, Calcium & Magnesium • Physical Exam • Proper Rest • DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY, IF THEY ARE SICK OR UNDER PHYSICIAN CARE FOR AN ACUTE ILLNESS
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6 steps
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By Mackenzie N. Morgan
any childhood memories are made during summer. That’s why it is essential that you find the right summer camp for your child. Whether you’re on a tight budget or have the money to send your child to a specialty camp this summer, you’ll want to consider a few key things before choosing a irm oundation cademy summer camp.
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or her school or that are underrepresented. Performing arts, for instance, may not be in your child’s school’s curriculum but your child is in every school production. You might try locating a drama camp at your local community theater. Ask yourself: Does my child show a particular aptitude for a certain subject like science? If so, you might want to check with your local colleges to see if they offer summer youth research programs. Children who like animals or nature, for example, may want to attend a camp focusing on the environment.
develops its own criminal background check system and most conduct criminal background checks on employees 18 years of age and older.
Visit the potential camp, if time permits. Go on a rainy day, if possible. It is important to know that the children are still busy, even if it’s raining. Find out how the daily itinerary is structured. Are kids permitted to stray and left unsupervised? How engaged are the camp counselors with the children? EHow.com suggests that you have a list of questions for camp directors when you visit.
Does your child have special dietary needs? If your child has diet restrictions such as low fat or vegetarian diets, check with the camp to see if they can make special accommodations. Otherwise, be prepared to pack snacks and lunch for your child.
Make sure your child is safe from predators. Ask camp directors what their protocol is for safeguarding against sexual abuse. Every state
Ask about discounts and scholarships for camp. Sending two or more children to camp can be expensive. Many camps have a reduced schedule of fees for parents sending more than one child to camp and for low-income families. Ask about special rates, early enrollment, repeat camper discounts, as well as camperships (scholarships).
What other obligations must you consider? Keep other summer obligations such as family reunions and vacations, back-to-school shopping and other fall financial obligations in mind in making your decision.
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must-haves for summer
It’s time for summer. There will be plenty of places for you and your family to enjoy throughout metro Atlanta— camps, pools, recreation centers, and parks. As you travel to your fun destinations , you want to make sure that your “go kit” will packed with essentials. Here are a few items you’ll need to keep you and your family safe this summer: P S unscreen spray—use water-resistant sunscreen that states it protects young skin from both UVA and UVB rays. P A loe gel for sunburn P I nsect repellant P B each or pool towel P S wimming shoes P W indbreaker or poncho for rainy days P L unch box P T hermos or water canteen to prevent dehydration
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Local library branches ready to dig into summer fun
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his year’s “Dig Into Reading” summer reading programs in public libraries throughout Metro Atlanta will be packed with activities and special guests, ready to entertain.
“During the summer, branches will provide literacybased entertainment for children, encouraging them to read throughout the summer and into the school year,” said Jana King of Gwinnett County
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Library’s Events and Outreach Department. “Studies have shown that children who read during the summer either keep the same reading level or excel, while those who don’t can tend to fall behind when the school year begins.”
May 28,2013 - August 9,2013 6:30 a.m. -6:30 p.m.
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Ages 5-8 Tuesday Ages 9-12 Thursday Parents will receive a monthly schedule of field trips We Are The Camp For You Transportation Provided for Additional Cost
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Atlanta-Fulton County Atlanta-Fulton County will add plenty of feline friends to its summer series as the library system teams up with the Atlanta Zoo for ZooMobile visits. Starting in June, each library branch will receive visits from Zoo Atlanta’s ZooMobile outreach program. The 45-minute program includes a trained educator who gives presentations with small animals, hands-on teaching tools and entertaining educational activities. At the conclusion of each program, participants will receive recommended reading lists that reinforce what is taught. The mobile zoo’s first stop will be on June 1, 1 p.m., at the library’s Ponce de Leon Branch, 980 Ponce De Leon Ave., N.E., Atlanta. The Fairburn Branch will host the county’s official kickoff party for the summer reading program on June 1, 12 – 4 p.m., with a summer festival. The library is located at 60 Valley View Drive, Fairburn. The free event is open to everyone, from toddlers to senior citizens and will include music, kids activities and games, as well as storytelling. For more information on summer programs and to find out when the mobile zoo is coming to your neighborhood branch, visit www.afpls.org or call 404-730-1700.
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Conyers-Rockdale
DeKalb County
The Conyers-Rockdale Library System will kick off its summer reading program for children on May 25, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., with the “Dig into Reading” kick off party. Children of all ages are invited to come in for games, crafts and a fun introduction to the library’s summer reading program. Readers who pick up a reading log at the party can record their readings and turn them in at the end of the summer for prizes and rewards. The library is also bringing back its “Thrilling Thursdays” series to celebrate summer reading. Programs in the series usually begin at 10 a.m. The lineup includes magicians, music programs and puppet shows for the general public. Registration is required for some events. For a complete schedule, visit www.rockdale.public.lib.ga.us or call 770-388-5040.
The DeKalb County Library System is offering several programs and prizes for readers who participate in its “Dig Into Reading” Vacation Reading Program. The program kicks off June 1, 10 – 11:30 a.m., at the Decatur Library Branch, 215 Sycamore St., with a preview of events being featured this summer. Jerry G. White will entertain attendees. Organizers say White is a multi-talented performer, storyteller, keyboardist and juggler as he brings words to life with “A Performance Method.” Participants can make a craft and are encouraged to bring cameras and smiles for pictures with DeKalb County Public Library’s mascot, “Dog in the Woods.” The summer Vacation Reading Program is open to all readers from toddlers to teens up to age 17. All participants, including parents who read to their babies and toddlers, will receive a certificate of completion. Rewards range from library bags and temporary tattoos to raffle tickets for prizes and tickets to amusement parks. For more information and a complete schedule of events, visit www.dekalblibrary.org or call 404-370-8450.
Rainbow Academy of Learning
Preparing our children to meet the global community. Ages: 6-weeks to 12 years Hours: 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM · Quality Pre-K Program and Teachers · Summer Academic Bridge Program · Low Teacher to Student Ratios · Academic Enrichment Activities · Transportation service · Afterschool tutoring and homework assistance · Two complete computer labs and music rooms · Keyboard, Music · Dance , Ballet Modern Praise & Worship · Cheerleading · Education Filed Trips
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EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES IT’S A SUMMER FOR ADVENTURE SUMMER DAY CAMP - Ages 5-12 The East Lake Family YMCA will holding a summer day camp program featuring fun developmentally appropriate activities that will enhance your child’s confidence, enrich his or her social and physical development and encourage self-esteem. Each week’s activities are carefully planned to provide just the right balance of learning and excitement.
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URBAN EXPLORERS TRAVEL CAMP - Ages 11-14 Discover your city through weeks of fun, filled with educational themes surrounding how your city works.
Activities include:
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Educational Weekly fee Swimming Site Seeing Canoeing And much more!
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For more information call 404-373-6561 EAST LAKE FAMILY YMCA 275 East Lake Blvd., Atlanta GA 30317
REGISTRATION HOURS: Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 6:30 pm Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm East Lake Family YMCA Membership Desk
SUMMER CAMP HOURS OF OPERATIONS: Monday - Friday Pre Camp: 7:00 - 9:00 am Camp: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Post Camp: 4:00 - 6:00 pm
(No extra cost for pre and post camp)
All Summer campers will meet at the Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church, 1879 Glenwood Avenue, Atlanta GA 30316.
An additional cost of $10 will be added to the 1st weekly cost for a camp T-shirt to be worn on field trip days. $35 non-refundable program registration fee (for non-members only) , a completed registration form and first week payment is due at sign up in order for your child to attend camp.
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Gwinnett County “Dig Into Reading” will kick off for Gwinnett readers on June 3 at multiple branches. The program starts with storyteller Dave Holland, who will demonstrate how music enhances storytelling and how kids can create instruments out of ordinary objects. With lots of audience participation, this show ensures a memorable, fun-filled, percussion-loaded learning extravaganza as Holland sings, drums and narrates his way through an array of world folktales. Beginning May 19, children and teens are encouraged to visit any Gwinnett County Public Library branch to pick up a summer reading packet, which includes a reading log, bookmark and coupons for free items from the library. Students who return to the libraries before Aug. 17 to report completing their reading log, will receive incentive coupons from local businesses and a completion certificate. For a complete schedule of events, visit www. gwinnettpl.org or call 770-978-5154. Take Your Performance To The Next Level Train In The
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Your guide to metro
Atlanta’s Free
outdoor movies
By Valerie J. Morgan Every summer, free outdoor movies are held in parks, malls and other venues throughout metro Atlanta. Many of the movies are first run and geared toward families, offering children’s activities before the movies begin. It’s a great way to spend the evening with the kids and a good excuse to pack a picnic (or pick up supper at a nearby restaurant) and get outdoors. Here are a few favorites in metro Atlanta:
A S P I R At I o n A l Explore beauty and simplicity at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit. isitors are welcome year-round at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit, the inspirational home of Georgia’s Trappist Monks. Nestled in rural Conyers, the Monastery offers more than 2,300 acres to explore and contemplate. Open to group and individual visitors, the Monastery provides meeting areas for up to 120 guests and overnight accommodations at our Retreat House.
Experience a day in the life of a monk, or learn about the Trappists in Georgia at the Historic Museum. See the Abbey Church. Browse through the Bonsai Garden, Bonsai Nursery and gift shop. Visit the Abbey Store – Georgia’s largest Christian book store. Sample the monk-made biscotti, fruitcake and fudge in the Garden Café. Stay for the day – or experience our overnight retreats. For more Conyers information call 1-800/CONYERS.
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Atlantic Station’s Central Park Iron Man 2, starring Robert Downey, Jr. and Gwyneth Paltrow, is scheduled to kick off this summer’s free movie series at Atlantic Station’s Central Park. Movies will be shown every Thursday, May 2 – Aug. 15, at dusk. Check the movie ratings to make sure they are suitable for your children. Other tentative titles include My Big Fat Greek Wedding on May 23, Hunger Games on June 20, Ratatouille on July 25 and Ghostbusters. For more information and a complete schedule of movie titles, call 404-733-1221. Movies on Main in Stone Mountain Village Stone Mountain Village, 922 Main Street, Stone Mountain, will host its free series, “Movies on Main,” beginning in June. Movies are scheduled to begin on June 22 and will feature films such as Hotel for Dogs,“The Croods,” and Akeelah & the Bee. Drawings for prizes will be held at the screenings.
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Multi‐Cultural Adventures
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Carry a blanket and/or lawn chair. The movies begin at dusk and are held on the lawn on Main Street. Titles may change. For more information and movie titles, call 770-413-0607. “B at the Movies” in Metro Atlanta Make plans to “B at the Movies” May 11—Aug. 24 with B98.5 free outdoor movie series. Bring the kids, your blanket and relax under the stars to watch films on a 45’ screen at 13 Metro Atlanta locations. All movies are open to the public and begin at dusk. The series will begin on May 11 at Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody. Families can enjoy a wide selection of films, from The Croods and Wreck It Ralph to summer classics, such as Sandlot. Arrive early for family activities and chances to win prizes before the movie. Concessions will be available until halfway through each film, but feel free to bring your own picnic baskets and coolers. No open containers or glassware are permitted. For more information, call 404-897-6266 or visit www.b985.com.
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MATH AND READING ENRICHMENT SUMMER CAMP 6:30 am
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Snellville’s Popcorn in the Park On select Saturday evenings in the summer, the big screen goes up in Briscoe Park, 2500 Sawyer Parkway, Snellville, for a feature designed for the entire family. Snellville presents its Popcorn in the Park series, 7 p.m. The event features first-run movies on an outdoor screen. Kids can enjoy inflatables, face painting and other activities before the movies begin at dusk. Check for the movie schedule at www.snellvillepride. com. 770-985-3535. Mall of Georgia’s Movies Under the Stars The Mall of Georgia’s Movies under the Stars free movie and concert series is held every Saturday, May 25—July 27 (except July 6) at the mall’s Village Amphitheatre, 3333 Buford Drive, Buford. Beginning Saturday, May 25, the mall will debut this year’s cinema and concert showcase for the fifth annual Movies Under the Stars series. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket, spread out on the lawn and enjoy family favorite flicks such as The Odd Life of Timothy Green and Oscar-nominated Brave on an 42foot screen.
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To kick off the night, the sizzling summer activities begin at 5 p.m. with events like a game of cornhole, jump time in the bounce house and samples from a variety of summer snack goodies, such as Sweet Monkey Frozen Yogurt, popcorn and cotton candy. Local bands take the stage at The Village Pavilion beginning at 6:30 p.m. and the feature film will play on the screen at sunset. Come early, claim a spot and enjoy the show. Here’s a look at the movie schedule: · May 25: Brave · June 1: Chasing Mavericks · June 8: The Odd Life of Timothy Green · June 15: Parental Guidance · June 22: Rise of the Guardians · June 29: Here Comes the Boom · July 4: Playing for Keeps. Movie will be hosted in conjunction with the Mall of Georgia’s 11th Annual “Fabulous Fourth Lights Up Gwinnett.” The event starts at 2 p.m. and includes family fun activities such as a Kids Zone and raffles. Fireworks begin at duck. The movie will be shown after the fireworks display. · July 13: Hotel Transylvania · July 20: The Croods · July 27: Wreck It Ralph For more information, visit www.simon.com/mall/ mall-of-georgia or call 678-546-1122.
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Monastery of the Holy Spirit
Monks, nature trails, tasty treats await you
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and-made stained glass mirroring those of early Roman Catholicism, coffee from Venezuela, baked goods and nature trails that stretch for miles of serene landscape may be just what you need during those hectic summer months. At the Monastery of the Holy Spirit’s new Monastic Heritage Center in Conyers, you can get an up-close look at the dedicated lives of monks. The monastery, which features a 17,000-square-foot Heritage Center, showcases a restored barn that dates back to the monastery’s 1944 founding. Visitors will enjoy interactive exhibits chronicling the history of the monks, as well as “A Day in the Life of a Monk” exhibit with audio excerpts from monks at the monastery and pictures of them worshipping and doing daily duties. Visitors can also see the
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GREEN PASTURES “MOVING FROM GOOD TO GREAT!” HISTORY
Green Pastures is one of the oldest Christian Schools in the Metropolitan Atlanta area.
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The teaching staff has over 265 years of teaching experience in public and private Christian Schools.
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Camp Gunby Summer Enrichment Program
Academic Focus: Math, Science & Reading. Field Trips, Art & Crafts, Sports, Computers, Swimming, Tennis, Chess, Dance and Much, Much More.
After School Program 3:00pm - 6:30pm M-F
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monks’ artistry in the bonsai nursery and purchase small trees, along with homemade fudge, fruitcake and biscotti. You’ll find an excellent selection of books and artifacts at the Abbey Store. The store includes a café as well where sandwiches, wraps, ice-cold teas and other lunch items are available for purchase. If you’re looking for a peaceful place to enjoy nature, the monastery offers some of the most beautiful paths in the country through beautiful scenery. Nestled among 2,000 acres in South Rockdale County, this 66-year-old site features the Honey Creek Woodlands, Georgia’s first green cemetery grounds. The Monastery of the Holy Spirit is located at 2625 Highway 212, S.W. Conyers. The Welcome Center and Abbey Store are open Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission and parking are free. For large groups or for more information, call 770-760-0959 or 770483-8705 or visit www.trappist.net.
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Art, music, storytelling and fishing Centennial Olympic Park offers free praise party
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entennial Olympic Park and Praise 102.5 will team up to host Praise in the Park” on Aug. 10, 12 – 6 p.m. Billed as the largest free inspirational concert in the country, Praise in the Park will offer live entertainment from local and national recording artists. Previous Praise in the Park artists has included Fred Hammond, Yolanda Adams and James Fortune. Bring a blanket. There will be vendors and food for purchase. For more information, call 404-223-4412 or visit http://mypraiseatl. com/category/praiseinthepark/. Decatur Arts Festival The 24th annual Decatur Arts Festival is set for May 2 – June 2, highlighted by the Artists’ Market on May 25 and 26 in downtown Decatur. The festival features more than 160 artists who will showcase and sell their work, hands-on arts projects, a balloon artist and a festival parade. There
also will be live entertainment including a Conun Drum group, Swamp Funk Quartet, Sehwe Village Percussion, BooHoo Ramblers, Frankie’s Blues Mission and Delta Moon, Shawn Mullins and the Jacob Jeffries Band. Participants can also enjoy a children’s festival and dance performances on May 25, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and May 26, 1 – 5 p.m. Admission to the festival is free. For more information, visit decaturartsfestival.com or call 404-371-9583.
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eras gone by at upcoming “Cruise-Ins.” Prizes will be awarded to owners and people’s choice vehicles. Shows will continue throughout the summer on June 15, July 20, August 17, at the same times. The show will be held on Main Street in the city’s downtown. For more information, call 770-498-7334. DeKalb History Center’s Log Cabin Storytelling Atlanta Jazz Festival See show-stopping performances at the 36th annual Atlanta Jazz Festival, which will be held at Piedmont Park in downtown Atlanta, May 25-27. Regarded as one of the country’s largest free jazz festivals, the annual musical showcase celebrates jazz legends and up-and-coming jazz artists with three full days of live music in Piedmont Park. The park is located at 10th Street and Piedmont Avenue. 404-546-6820. Stone Mountain Village Classic Car Show Stone Mountain Village will host its summer classic car show, the “Classic Car Cruise-In!” on May 18, 5 – 8 p.m. See hot rods, trucks and other classic cars from
The DeKalb History Center will present its Log Cabin Storytelling series beginning June 5. Children ages 6 –12 will learn about the past through hands-on activities that give a glimpse of American pioneer life. The Wednesday programs will be held 10 – 11 a.m. at the historic Biffle Cabin, 720 West Trinity Place, downtown Decatur. Local historians and entertainers lead the activities, which include making crafts, sing alongs, and performances and imaginative stories. The series begins with the story of America’s first cunning rabbit, “Brer Rabbit and Friends,” on June 5 and continues throughout July. The cost to attend is $6 per child per session. Adults may accompany child at no charge. Dr. Naim their G. Shaeed, D.P.M. Reservations are suggested. Call 404-373-1088, Board Certified ext. 22 or e-mail forgey@dekalbhistory.org.
“Keep your children on the ‘GOOD FOOT!’”
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hildren's Foot care is essential to the proper development and care for life performance, from infancy throughout adulthood. In the field of Podiatry, children’s feet care weighs more during the first year of a child’s life due to development. Medically, the human foot is complex, due to the numerous bones, blood vessels, nerves, etc. that contribute to development of the foot. Proper foot care and healthy feet can be attributed to proper growth development, shoe fitting, cleanliness and care of feet, treatment for injuries, infections and feet abnormalities. Early detection of problems, during development can prevent more serious foot problems or catch foot development problems early.
Foot Growth Development
Normal foot developments in infancy and toddlers can be attributed to the following tips: • Check feet regularly for abnormalities • Make sure socks, booties, bed clothing, clothing allows for extra space for feet to straighten out • Allow baby and/or toddler to walk bare feet as a form of exercising feet • Use tickling and playful games with baby to encourage stretching and flexing foot muscles Proper Shoe Fitting Children’s bones in feet are very sensitive in the growth process; therefore fitting of shoes during child’s growth is very important to development and prevention of foot abnormalities. Normally,
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children bones do not finish closing until approximately between ages 15-17 in boys and 13-15 in girls. Knowing when to place children in shoes is just as important as the type of shoes. It is recommended that a child’s feet get measured every six to eight weeks, because their feet can grow on average, two full sizes a year until the age of four. When fitting children with shoes it is important to allow at least one finger’s width from the end of the longest toe, for shoe purchases and growth. The width of the shoe is just as important in fitting to ensure all of the toes lie flat.
Care of Feet
The care of feet is very important in children development. Many times children in an earnest to play are resilient to conditions that may pose a problem if untreated, i.e., open sores, cuts, wounds, scrapes, etc. Infections to damaged tissue, bones, muscles are just a few problems that can hinder proper foot development with long term affect. Watching children’s feet, with application of appropriate and timely medical care is imperative for proper development in children. Children who engage in sports at an early age require even more attention and suggested professional observation through feet development.
Common Abnormalities
Flat Feet and Ingrown Toe Nails, are a couple of conditions that require professional medical attention in children development: Flat Feet can be apparent at birth or it may not show up until years later. Most children with flat foot have no symptoms, but some have one or more of the following symptoms: Pain, tenderness, difficulty with shoes, outward tilting of heel, cramping in foot, leg and knees, or reduced energy when participating in physical activities. In diagnosing this problem the surgeon will conduct an exam with X-rays to determine the deformity. Treatments can range from non-surgical treatments, such as custom made orthotics to surgery, such as flat foot correction, to obtain normal foot function.
Ingrown Toe Nails can occur in children from sports activities to foot activity. The condition is the same in adults and children and occurs when the corner of the toenail cuts into the skin. The condition is considered very painful and requires immediate relief, through removing all or part of the nail, to allow room for correction and relief of pain.
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Behind-the-Scenes at CNN The “Inside CNN” Studio Tour features a number of behind-the-scenes demonstrations. Here, you’ll learn just how CNN makes images—such as weather maps appearing behind anchors and correspondents. Cable News Network (CNN) was founded by Ted Turner in 1980. The Tour Finale features CNN anchors and reporters discussing the many memories, challenges and requirements of the job. Put all you learned on the tour to work at the Interactive Area inside The Turner Store. Here, you can make a video of yourself reading the day’s top news stories, or have your picture taken with a variety of Turner personalities on the Studio Chromakey. Tours operate seven days a week, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tours run approximately every 10 minutes and are 55 minutes in length. The cost is $15 for adults; $12 for ages 4 – 18; and $14 for seniors. Children under 4 are free. Groups with 20 or more guests are $13 each. Reservations are highly recommended. CNN is located in downtown Atlanta at 1 CNN Center. For more information or to schedule a tour, call 404-827-2300 or email stour@turner.com.
Be Thou Healed Life Center Summer Camp
Looking for somewhere your child can come for the summer. Our summer camp is just the place.
Arts and Crafts • Swimming • Language Arts and Math Classes Field Trips • Technology • Snacks We have certified and licensed teachers on the staff at the center. There is a MultiPurpose Room, Media Center, and Recreation Room, and lots more in the center for your child to enjoy. Registration is from May 1 - June 1, 2013. We are located in Conyers, Ga. just off I-20 East on West Avenue. 1442 Veterans Drive Conyers, GA 30094
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Kids’ Fishing Derby Enjoy the sport of fishing for free on June 1, 9 a.m. – noon, at the Jones Bridge Park, 4901 E. Jones Bridge Road, Norcross. Try to catch fish and reel in some summer fun with the family. Children through age 15 will be able to fish for prizes without a license this day, so plan on bringing your poles. The park will supply the bait and prizes. The park will also supply rods on a first-come, first-served basis. Parents must be present and sign a waiver, in order for children to participate. 678-2770920. Outdoor festival features fly-fishing, fishing rodeo Panola Mountain State Park will host its Kids Outdoor Adventure Festival on May 18, 8 a.m. Kids 15 and younger are invited to hook a catfish or bluegill while learning about aquatic habits, fish identification and fishing skills. An archery range, fly-fishing, fishing rodeo, tree climbing, hayrides and wildlife encounters will be available. Bring your own bait and rods. Register in advance. Parking is $5. Panola Mountain State Park is located at 2600 GA Highway 155 S.W., Stockbridge. 770-389-7801.
Rockdale Extension Program offers hands-on learning The Rockdale County Extension Office will offer students plenty of ways to spend their summer outdoors. Activities include the Junior Master Gardner (JMG) program, a seven-week course beginning June 12. Participants will enjoy hands-on projects such as turning plants into soil and making plantable greeting cards. Also, Insect Day Camp will be held June 10 – June 14, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., for students to learn about insects from the largest to the smallest. Participants can make insect collections, create insect art, play insect games, see live insects and maybe even eat a few. All of the extension office’s summer programs will be celebrated at the June 18 “Ag Day Farmers Market.” The free
event, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., features dairy cows being milked and a live petting session with horses, goats, chickens and a llama. Participants can also explore a pizza garden and discover how pizza is grown, all while enjoying a fried peanut butter sandwich. All programs are held at Rockdale’s Cooperative Extension Office, 1400 Parker Road, Conyers. 770-278-7373.
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Metro Atlanta’s coolest water playgrounds
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By Joshua Smith
ummer doesn’t officially arrive until June 21, but Memorial Day weekend will usher in the opening of public pools and aquatic centers that offer big fun on the scale of water theme parks. Gwinnett County boasts five aquatic centers— by far the largest share in the metro Atlanta area. DeKalb County has one aquatics center and several community pools. Downtown has Centennial Park, where children can dance and play in its Fountain of Rings. Here’s a look at what’s offered at these water playgrounds that are open all summer:
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GWINNETT Gwinnett’s outdoor pools open on May 25, Memorial Day weekend. Daily admission is as follows: Residents ages 3 and under, $3.25; ages 4 – 10, $4.25; ages 11 – 49, $5.50; and residents ages 50 and older, $3.25. Fees are doubled for non-residents. Admission for Gwinnett residents’ is half price one hour before closing at all pools. Mountain Park Aquatic Center 1063 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain. 678-277-0870. Features indoor competition/lap pool, indoor instruction pool and outdoor leisure play pool and a one-mile paved multi-purpose trail. Bethesda Park Aquatic Center 225 Bethesda Church Road, Lawrenceville. 678-277-0880. Features an indoor leisure pool with zero-depth entry, giant waterslide that exits and then re-enters the building, river channel, hydrotherapy benches, water play structures, vortex and four-lane instructional pool.
Bogan Park Aquatic Center 2723 North Bogan Road, Buford. 678-277-0853. Features an indoor competition pool and indoor leisure pool with zero-depth entry; giant waterslide and water play structures. Collins Hill Park Aquatic Center 2200 Collins Hill Road, Lawrenceville 770-237-5647. Features an indoor 25-yard by 25-meter swimming/ diving competition pool, open year-round. Outdoor leisure pool with zero-depth entry, two “giant” water slides, a river channel and water play structures. West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center 4488 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Norcross. 678-407-8801. Enjoy an indoor, 25-yard by 25-meter competition pool with 750-seat spectator area and instructional pool that is open year round. Outdoor leisure pool features a zerodepth entry, two giant waterslides, river channel; bubble bench, vortex, spray bar and water play structures.
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DEKALB Browns Mill Aquatics Center Opens May 25, 10 a.m. 4929 Browns Mill Road, Lithonia. 770-323-4179. Features twin water slides that tower three stories above the pool, kiddie water slides, lazy river, multi-colored buckets filling and tipping to shower delighted bathers. There are picnic tables and a snack bar offering hot dogs, chips, candy and soda. No outside food or drink, except water bottles, are permitted. Prices are $5 for children and $7 for adults who live in DeKalb County. Non-residents are $10 for children and $12 for adults. ATLANTA Centennial Olympic Park 285 International Blvd., N.W., Atlanta 404-223-4412. The Fountain of Rings shows are held daily at 12:30, 3:30, 6:30 and 9 p.m. Experience the beauty of the Fountain of Rings with a dancing water show synchronized to popular music, sound effects and lights. The fountain’s 251 computer-controlled water jets, 400 fog jets, 487 lights, and miles of underground water pipes make this one
of the most sophisticated fountains in the world and the largest fountain in the world to use the five Olympic interconnecting rings. Let the kids put on their swim gear and enjoy synchronized water dances to familiar tunes complete with sound and lighting effects in the park. Take your camera. Centennial Olympic Park is one of the most photographed landmarks in Georgia. Water play and the shows at the park are free.
Scoliosis Definition
SYMPTOMS: • THE SPINE CURVING ABNORMALLY TO THE SIDE (LATERALLY) • SHOULDERS AND/OR HIPS APPEARING UNEVEN • BACKACHE
A lateral curvature of the spine. Scoliosis affects boys and girls between the ages of 8 and 18. It is more common with girls. There are several causes of scoliosis, the two most common are congenital and habitual. Congenital scoliosis occurs when someone is born with a lateral curvature of the spine. Habitual causes are environmental or situational depending on the habits of the individual. Carrying backpacks improperly can contribute to a spinal distortion. Poor sitting habits and practicing poor posture can also affect spinal development in children. Signs of scoliosis are a high hip (uneven hips), a high shoulder, the head being off center, head tilt, back and leg pain.
TREATMENT
Chiropractic care works on correcting scoliosis and relieving symptoms and complications associated with scoliosis. To see if chiropractic may be able to help you call (770) 733-1381 today for a complimentary consultation.
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Full Body Rejuvenation Center Dr. Nailah Smith• 770.733.1381 3636 Panola Rd •Lithonia, GA, 30038 www.fullbodyrejuvenation.com
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