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Inspire the next generation of environmentalists.

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Don’t Miss...................................................................... 10 This month’s entertainment and activities.

Travel.............................................................................. 49 Destinations, product picks, and getaway tips.

Health............................................................................. 50 Insight and items for your family’s care.

Update........................................................................... 60 Essential products and information for your brood.

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Calendar of Events........................................................ 52 A comprehensive listing of your neighborhood’s classes, events, and performances.

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Editor-in-Chief Rachel Kalina Managing Editor Donald McDermott Associate Editor Samantha Chan Art Directors Margaret Baldauf, Susanne Kimball, Ilana Rispoli Director of Web Development Kristen Jankowski

Inspire the next generation of environmentalists.

Accounting Teresa Pinargote

Pacifier Pros and Cons........ 14

Contributing Writers Anurag Agarwal, Luanne Bruneau, Princess Ivana Pignatelli Aragona Cortes, Gregory Hanley, Cara Koscinski, Jess Michaels

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Embrace Your Image...................... 46 5 ways to thrive in a changing body.

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Summer Day Camp, Performing Arts Academy, Vacation Camps, & Saturday Programs

SUMMER DAY CAMP:

Coed. 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. with extended After Camp till 6:00 p.m. (ages 5-16) Choose a 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8-week program: June 29 – August 21, 2015 Discovery, ages 5 to 7; Adventure, ages 8 to 9; Explore, ages 10 to 11; Pioneer, ages 12-14 (Pioneers take weekly day trips.)

Leaders-in-training (LIT), age 15; Counselor-in-training (CIT), age 16 Our beautiful facility has many large buildings with air-conditioned classrooms, a recreation facility with an amazing indoor swimming pool, nature trails, cooking labs, state-of-the-art computer labs, and grassy playing fields.

Specialty programs: Horseback Riding • Post’s Got Talent, Cheerleading Camp • Academic Enrichment Program.

PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY at LIU Tilles Center:

3 week program: July 27 – August 14, 2015 Youth Chorus: Grades 1-4 Chorus: Grades 5-12 Band: Grades 5-12 Campers will choose a Major Performing Group and three elective courses to participate in. At the end of the three weeks, there will be a Summer Concert Series, which all campers should attend.

VACATION CAMP:

Coed. 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. with extended After Camp till 6:00p.m. (ages 5-14) Choose any or all days: April 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Who said camp is just for the summer? At LIU Post we offer camp during the school vacation when your child is off from school but you are not off from work.

SATURDAY PROGRAMS:

LIU Post Youth Camps offers programs on Saturday mornings in the Winter and Spring. Program hours are from 9-11 a.m. Our program directors are New York State teachers or professionals in their program field.

Each program is a 10-session class with all supplies included.

Spring Program:

Beginning Sign Language, Creative Writing, ELA Prep Course, Jazz Improvisation, Jr. Musical Theatre, and Yoga Dates: April 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

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In 2007, I moved to “the city� and friendships mark important milestones in a child’s life, and Koscinski’s started a quest I’ll never forget. I points can help your family with these essential skills. came to PARENTGUIDE News as a Another milestone for some youngsters is the first time they use somewhat-recent college graduate, eager or outgrow a pacifier. Parents have long debated the use of soothers to learn as much as I could about publishing to placate outcries. “Pacifier Pros and Cons� by Luanne Bruneau a magazine. Eight years later, I know what it takes outlines what you need to know no matter your current opinion. to make an issue work from start to finish and from first draft to After reading the April articles and upping your parenting ante, distribution. I now know what it means to pour your blood, sweat, you deserve to treat yourself for being the most informed mom or and tears into something of which you can be proud. It’s with these dad you can be. Enter to win the exciting prizes available now at thoughts in mind I pen my final editor’s letter for PARENTGUIDE www.parentguidenews.com and through the Messy Face Photo News as new adventures beckon.

Contest. Plus, stop by The Sandbox Social blog to spark your travel And what about your upcoming adventures? Have you started bug and virtually join mom Merrie and family on their local trips this spring. to make summer plans for your family? Find help on your journey 419 Park Avenue South, 13th Floor, New York, • 212-213-8840 • Faxover 212-447-7734 PARENTGUIDE News to experienced Now it’s time to hand with “10 Camp Search Questionsâ€? by Jess Michaels.

Discover the NY 10016 editors Samantha Chan and Donald McDermott. Collectively, they important points you’ll want to learn when deciding on a particular have program. For extra excitement, to: turn to the Camp Directory, which FAx # accumulated decades of time at the magazine, and they will continue to bring you the most cutting-edge and relevant parenting is full of day and sleepaway camp options, as well as summer programs. With these resources at your fingertips, your child is sure content out there.

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DoN’T MiSS To The Dogs

A reluctant hero’s town is threatened when his long-time rival returns to avenge an old grudge in Underdogs (The Weinstein Company).When the players from his foosball table magically comes to life, he recruits them to help him save the town and win back the love of his life.

Enjoy all of the action in theaters beginning April 10.

So Sweet

The adorable brother and sister bunny team is back on DVD in Max & Ruby: Sweet Siblings (Paramount Home Media Distribution).The new release features 12 episodes of the hit Nickelodeon preschool series based on acclaimed author Rosemary Wells’ classic children’s books. Pick up or order your copy today.

Vegas Cop

After six years of keeping shoppers safe, our favorite security guard takes a well-deserved vacation in Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 (Columbia Pictures). Blart and his teenage daughter head to Vegas before she goes off to college, only to find that safety never takes a holiday. Featuring Kevin James in the title role, the new flick opens on April 17.

New Additions

Popcornflix Kids presents the addition of new kid-friendly content.The entire channel is devoted to popular children’s TV shows and movies, all available to stream for free. New content includes: Musti, a popular 3D-animated series, and The Wompkees movies. Check your local listings.

Pet Shop Pals

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Factory and Hasbro Studios bring Littlest Pet Shop: Pet Shop Pals to DVD. Join in on the fun as Blythe and a few of her best friends, create a fashion craze and have lots of fun. Pick up your copy in stores or online today.

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Batter Up!

Sony makes the upcoming baseball season even more exciting with the release of MLB 15 The Show! The 10th-anniversary edition features up-to-date equipment, major graphical improvements, and the addition of 30 iconic MLB alumni. Created especially for the PlayStation 4, MLB 15 The Show is available now.

Delightfully Diverse

Grammy award-winning children’s music duo Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer present their latest CD, Dancin’ in the Kitchen: Songs for all Families. Created to celebrate the growing diversity of family structures, the CD highlights the idea that families are bound by love, with music celebrating that love and diversity. Find out more at www.cathyandmarcy.com.

Jungle Adventures

Manu and Sacha are two young raccoons living in the Mexican rainforest in Jungle Shuffle from Viva Pictures.Available now, the animated release follows the mischievous Manu as he makes some special friends and sets out on a thrilling adventure to save Sacha from the clutches of the mysterious Dr. Loco.

Monster Mania

Created for the Nintendo 3DS, Monster Hunter 4 is a role-playing game developed

by Capcom. The new game comes complete with online play, new weapons, more vertical environments, returning favorites, and fresh challenges.

Pick up your copy today.

Track Your Pets

Fall in love with the wearable Pet Tech from Gibi, the first GPSenabled pet tracking service! Gibi makes it easy to track pets and reunite them with their owners in the easiest, fastest, and most fashionable way possible. For more information visit www.getgibi.com.

Donald McDermott is the managing editor.

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April Dreams Come True

Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and all of their friends are back in an all-new show when Disney Live! presents Three Classic Fairy Tales. Dream with the princesses and cheer for the heroes as some of your favorite stories are brought to life in a theatrical experience that’s pure magic.

Shows are held on April 16 and 17 at the Nassau Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale. For tickets and more, call (516)794-9300 or visit www.nassaucoliseum.com.

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All Natural

Celebrate Mother Nature on April 11 during Earth Day at the Tackapausha Museum.Visitors of all ages are encouraged to drop by and enjoy games, crafts, live animal presentations, light refreshments, and more.

The Tackapausha Museum is located at 2225 Washington Ave., Seaford. For times and more information, call the museum at (516)571-7443.

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Day of the Dinosaurs

Buddy, Tiny, Don, and their friends entertain audiences of all ages in Jim Henson’s Dinosaur Train Live! Based on the PBS Kids show, the fun-filled, interactive event uses eye-catching puppets to take you on a trip back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. The exciting afternoon show is held on April 11 at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville. For tickets and more information, call (516)299-3100 or visit www.tillescenter.org.

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Peek into the Past

The World’s Fair has taken place in New York Children ages 5 and older are City two times during the 20th century. Head invited to get creative and to the Queens Historical Society at Kingsland have lots of fun during the Homestead, 143-37th Ave. in Flushing, on April special Paint & Play program 12 for The New York World’s Fairs in 3D:A at Darlings and Divas.They Stereoscopic Projection Show. Explore Queens supply the canvas; paints; and and NYC history through this presentation that instruction; as well as a pizza features full-color views of the fairs that took lunch, dessert, and a dance party to wrap up the day! The place in 1939-40, and 1964-65, as well as their events are held on April 7, and April 9. Darlings and Divas aftermath. Learn more about the exploratory is located at 65 Merrick Road in Amityville. Contact events offered by the Historical Society at them at (631)608-4710 or at www.darlingsanddivas.com www.queenshistoricalsociety.org. for reservations and more information.

Donald McDermott is the managing editor, and Samantha Chan is the associate editor.

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veryone seems to be talking about the planet these days! There is a level of awareness and concern that we have never seen before. However, no one seems to be talk talking to the generation that will be the most impacted by the state of the planet: our kids. There is a clear need to bring our kids into the conversation for conservation. The conversation needs to be introduced by the most influential people in the lives of kids: their parents.

As Earth Day approaches on April 22, it is a great time to reconsider the way we think about our planet and how we want to pass it along to our children’s generation who will be inheriting it. Instead of being overwhelmed with facts and fears, doom and gloom, I would like to propose a much simpler approach that showcases the beauty and inspira-

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tion that can be found in what have always been very fun and positive subjects: nature and wildlife. The approach is simple: Let kids be kids. This may be counterintuitive to the path often taken by conservation-focused groups, activists, and members of the scientific community, but it is key in inviting and engaging kids to participate in the discussion.

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According to a nationwide poll from The Nature Conservancy, “There is a growing disparity between the time kids spend indoors wired to technology and the time they spend outside enjoying nature. The vast majority of today’s kids uses a computer, watch TV, or play video games on a daily basis, but only about 10 percent say they are spending time outdoors every day.” Common risks faced by kids not spending time outdoors range from obesity and a lack of communication skills to the inability to appreciate and understand how nature works. This sounds rather obvious if you are a parent who spent more time outdoors when you were young, climbing trees and getting dirty by using all your senses in nature.

We have to all agree that to save the planet and its species, we have to first inspire the generation that will inherit the planet. To inspire them, we have to develop in them a love for the planet.

After all, you cannot protect something you do not love, and you only love what you understand. There are many things you can do to help your kids explore and discover nature and the outdoors.

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ties around stories, like a trip to the local zoo or aquarium, a hike, or a visit to a park or nature reserve to have your own adventures.

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Gamify the experience. Kids love games and questions.

Whether indoors or outdoors, turn every experience into a game or quiz! Discuss facts about amazing ecosystems and species, the symbiotic relationships that exist in nature, and other fun trivia.

Gift nature-related toys and gadgets. Get your kids simple discovery tools like a compass, magnifying lens, etc., and create activities that revolve around using them.

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Take advantage of the natural resources available in your area. Take your kids canoeing, kayaking, or hiking. These are great weekend activities that allow for quality family time.

Kids • (and212-213-8840 parents too!) need a daily dose of nature in their life. www.parentguidenews.com With a little bit of effort and lot of intent, you can make that happen.

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Identify the closest nature experience to where you live. It may be your backyard, the street or cul-de-sac where you live, or a park.

Spend time with your kids there as often as you can. Kids who are accompanied are more likely to venture out than by themselves.

Anurag Agarwal, impact investor, academic, and social entrepreneur, is the Founder and C.E.O. of Junior Explorers Inc. This edu-tech company teaches elementary-aged kids about wildlife and nature in a fun, interactive, and engaging way through a monthly subscription-based program. You can learn more about Tie outdoor adventures to stories. Kids love stories and will be the company at www.juniorexplorers.com and contact Agarwal at inspired to explore what they read or hear about. Plan activianurag@juniorexplorers.com.

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Should you use soothers? by Luanne Bruneau

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ost of the parents that come to me for help regarding their baby’s sleep wonder whether they should be giving their child a pacifier. General recommendations are not to introduce one for the first four weeks of life, until breastfeeding is well established, so as not to cause nipple confusion. Around the world, there is a large variation in the amount of pacifier usage in infants and toddlers. While I often hear parents voicing their concern about long-term dependency being the main issue affecting the decision, there are other risks and benefits to consider, too. An excellent recent review in the Journal of Pediatric Nursing describes the benefits and risks in greater detail, but below are the main points to consider.

What are the benefits?

Self-soothing

• Sucking is widely acknowledged to be a healthy reflexive means for an infant to self-soothe, calm, reorganize, and deal with stress.

• Pacifiers may serve as a transitional object to decrease separation anxiety for toddlers.

Reduces the risk of SIDS

• A number of studies have consistently shown a reduction in the risk of SIDS associated with pacifier usage, especially if used when putting an infant to sleep.

• Theories for why there is a “protective effect” are that there may be increased arousal responsiveness in frequent pacifier users and that the position of the tongue when using a pacifier reduces the risk of oropharyngeal obstruction. Using a pacifier may also encourage mouth breathing if nasal obstruction should occur during sleep.

• While the protective effect is not well understood, the American Academy of Pediatrics does recommend pacifier usage in infants during sleep in the first year of life.

Pain relief?

• Sucrose has been documented to relieve pain in neonates undergoing painful procedures, and the use of a pacifier along with sucrose appeared to have a synergistic effect. Even so, Health Canada doesn’t recommend you put anything sweet on a pacifier, especially not honey!

• Another meta-analysis suggested that either sucrose or breast milk, with or without non-nutritive sucking, appears to be safe and effective in relieving procedural pain.

What are the risks?

Oral health and malformation of the teeth

• Malformation of the teeth and potential detriments to oral health are major concerns, but a recent meta-analysis shows that pacifier usage doesn’t significantly impact the teeth if discontinued by age 2-3 years.

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Negative impact on breastfeeding

• There are worries about nipple confusion as some studies indicate an association between the usage of pacifiers and poor breastfeeding outcomes.

• In regions where breastfeeding rates are low, pacifier usage may be discouraged before breastfeeding is well established.

Otitis media/ear infections

• So far there isn’t enough evidence to be sure of a link between pacifier usage and acute otitis media (AOM).

• There are some convincing studies that there is a causal relationship between pacifier usage and AOM. • One study followed infants for five years and found that pacifier usage was associated with a 1.8 times greater risk of AOM. • With regards to AOM, the AAP recommends that parents reduce or Avenue eliminate pacifier usage the second six months of life.

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• Silicone is slightly more resistant to fungal colonization than latex, but it is not significantly different, and pacifiers may act as passive vectors of disease.

• Dentists would also discourage parents with active dental caries from “cleaning” soothers that have fallen on the ground with their own saliva for risk of passing caries onto their children’s developing teeth.

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So as you can see, the debate on pacifier usage is still ongoing.

Parents will have to make their own personal decision based on the available information on benefits and risks associated with pacifier use. Most of the risks can be avoided by ensuring that there is no nipple confusion early on, using materials that are hypoallergenic, and using proper sanitation to avoid possible transmission of infection. As far as sleep goes, I feel that pacifiers are not a problem, unless you have to go in all night and replace them when your child is perfectly capable of doing this for himself.

Luanne is a graduate of the Family OK. Sleep Institute, a top child sleep consultant certification program, and founder of PleaseBruneau, call or M.Sc., fax your comments and/or Baby Sleep Right, a child sleep company in Nova Scotia, Canada. She believes that because her family was able to find a sleep solution, there are solutions for other families, too. That’s why she decided to take the certification course offered at the Family Sleep Institute, IGNATURE which OF APPROVAL: is recognized by the International Association of Child Sleep Consultants, to educate herself on the elements that affect healthy sleep habits. Bruneau has a passion for teaching and helping other families find sleep solutions that work, and she can potentially help yours, too. Visit www.babysleepright.com for more information.

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Play Dates Navigating social interactions with autism.

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lay dates are beneficial for all children. They enable kids to practice critical social skills on which future relationships will be built. The benefits of play dates include: increasing confidence, improving social decision making, and practicing skills in an adult-supervised yet natural setting. Playing together allows youngsters to be a part of the action versus being quiet observers. Play typically develops in a natural progression from individual play to parallel play (when children play next to each other) and finally to interactive/social reciprocal play. Many parents of children who are typically developing and those with special needs set up play dates to encourage the building of critical skills and friendships. The most important lesson learned from playing with a variety of children is that every person is different and special! Throughout life, we meet and interact with people of all shapes, sizes, and abilities. Learning from others can truly enhance our lives.

To make the most of the current Autism Awareness Month, here are some tried and true tips I recommend for setting up play dates with children who are on the autism spectrum.

1. Practice playing.

It may be hard to believe, but the act of playing doesn’t come naturally to some kids. For example, children with autism often have difficulty with taking turns, having conversations, and interpreting nonverbal gestures. Practicing and explaining these concepts to your child may help him to feel more comfortable. For example, ask your child, “What is a facial expression?” Then, make different faces, and have your child guess your emotion. Together, discuss strategies that can be used to help facilitate play.

2. Find children with common interests.

Teachers are amazingly insightful and may be able to identify the children who tend to play together well in school and enjoy similar interests. Volunteer in your child’s classroom to see with whom your child is interested in playing. Additionally, birthday parties are great opportunities to observe potential play date matches.

Clubs and activities allow children with similar interests to enjoy each other’s company.

My son showed an early interest in chess. I would often arrive early to pick him up from chess club and to determine who showed an interest in my son. The same is true for Lego club, music classes, art programs, or sports activities.

3. Ask questions.

Remember that parents of children with special needs are used to answering questions about their children and are often quite comfortable discussing ways to help create successful social interactions.

Also, be mindful that many families’ schedules are busy, but a child with special needs may have additional appointments for therapy, medical, and developmental concerns. Be flexible in scheduling, and do not be offended if the play date needs to be re-scheduled.

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4. Shared interests can make a play date successful.

Identify what the children have in common. Build activities upon mutual interests. So, set up Legos and build structures. If the children like the same movie, set up puzzle, art, baking, or sensory play activities based on the movie. Consider meeting at a location such as a park or museum. Siblings should not be a part of the play date to allow for targeted friendship building between the two participants.

5. Make a plan, and then review it with both children who are participating.

Explain what the play date will look like: First, we will work on a puzzle, and then we will have a snack, etc. Many children who have special needs benefit from a visual schedule and knowing exactly what is coming up next. All of us enjoy predictability and feel more confident with a specific plan in place. However, be flexible if any difficulties or disagreements arise.

6. Consider food allergies and sensitivities.

When planning a snack menu, contact the other child’s parent to determine which foods are safe for both children. It can be very meaningful for the other parent and is a critical step to avoiding potential life-threatening reactions to foods. Do not be offended if the children do not eat what is set out for snack. The kids may just be too excited to eat!

7. Be mindful of any physical limitations.

For example, many children with sensory issues do not prefer to get messy, dirty, or wet, but they can be super at doing other things such as building or creating. It’s always a sensitive topic to talk about someone’s weaknesses; instead ask, “What is Billy great at doing?”

8. Provide adult supervision and support throughout the play date.

Since children of all abilities have different personalities, disagreements may arise. Consider ways to resolve conflicts such as asking both kids to take five deep breaths or closing their eyes and counting to 10.

Make sure to ask the other parent which strategies are used when his child becomes stressed or upset. Preparation is a key ingredient in successful interaction when facilitating a play date.

9. Begin with short play dates of an hour.

Keep the first play times shorter until the children become more comfortable with each other. It’s important to end on a good note. So, if the children are in any type of conflict, help to facilitate a peaceful ending.

10. There is no such thing as a perfect play date!

Do not put unnecessary pressure on yourself. Both typically developing kids and children with special needs are learning while practicing play and social skills. When learning a skill, we all make mistakes.

Our children benefit from every social interaction opportunity. Give yourself a pat on the back, and enjoy watching new friendships bloom and develop.

Cara Koscinski, MOT, OTR/L, is a pediatric occupational therapist, author, entrepreneur, and mother of two children with special needs. In addition to writing and conducting private consultations, Cara frequently shares her personal and professional knowledge, expertise, and experience as a pediatric OT and special needs parent with groups and organizations nationwide. Cara is the author of The Pocket Occupational Therapist for Families of Children with Special Needs (Jessica Kingsley Pub) and The Special Needs School Survival Guide: Handbook for Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder, ADH, Learning Disabilities, & More! (CreateSpace) For more information, please visit www.pocketot.com. your needs, your neighborhood

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Camp Search Questions

To ask when looking for a summer camp.

Photo credit: American Camp Association® Happy Hollow Children’s Camp, Nashville, Indiana

When looking for a summer camp for your child, it’s important to do your research. Each camp is different, and you want to make sure the camp you choose is the right camp for your child while also meeting certain criteria. At a minimum, parents should consider asking the following 10 questions when researching summer camps. Finding out the answers to these questions will help you make an informed camp decision.

1) What is your camp’s philosophy and mission?

Each camp has its own philosophy and mission.

A camp director should be able to clearly explain the philosophy and mission, and parents should consider whether it matches their own family’s values.

2) What is the camp program, and what type of child is successful in your program?

Ask about the camp program and what activities the camp offers. Parents should think of what the must-have activities are for their child and make sure the camp offers them. Also ask the camp director about what type of child is a successful participant in their program, and see if it matches a description of your child.

3) Who is the camp director, and what type of training/education does he have?

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who is caring for their child. Get to know the camp director through phone calls, e-mails and in-person visits. Inquire about the camp director’s background and whether he is a year-round camp professional or a seasonal employee. Year-round camp professionals spend the year planning for camp and focus their program on youth development. The American Camp Association recommends directors possess a bachelor’s degree, have completed in-service training within the past three years, and have at least 16 weeks of camp administrative experience before assuming the responsibilities of director.

4) What is the staff composition?

Inquire about the age of the staff, their experience, pre-season and on-going staff trainings, background checks, the interview process, camper-to-staff ratios, and supervision in bunks and various activities. At a minimum, camp staff should be trained in safety regulations, emergency procedures, communication, behavior management techniques, appropriate staff and camper behavior, and specific procedures for supervision.

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8) What percentage of the campers return each year?

5) What enrollment options do you offer?

Ask what the length of the program is, and make sure it works with your child’s summer schedule. If you are looking into day camp, ask about how long the day is, whether half days or a couple of days a week are options, and whether there is before and after care.

A large number of returning campers is usually a good indication of a high level of satisfaction with the camp’s programming and operation.

9) Is your camp accredited by the American Camp Association?

If your child takes medication, has food allergies, has religious obligations, etc., make sure you ask the camp director how these considerations are handled. You want to be upfront about your child’s needs and make sure the camp can handle anything your child might need.

The American Camp Association (ACA) is a nonprofit organization that has the only camp accreditation program in the country. Ask if the program has chosen to participate. ACA chooses summer camps based upon 300 health, safety, and program standards. It goes well beyond what is required by the Department of Health, addressing specific areas of programming, personnel, health care, emergency response, management practices, and youth development.

7) What are the safety procedures at camp?

10) May I have references?

Inquire about the camp’s safety measures that are in place.

These include asking about a medical professional on property, emergency plans, staff screening procedures, instructor qualifications, water safety, and transportation.

Parents should ask the camp director for references and call a few camp families for their feelings on camp. Ask about the camp director, staff, communication policies, activities, and overall satisfaction with the camp.

6) How do you handle special considerations?

Jess Michaels is the Director of Communications for the American Camp Association, NY and NJ. ACA-Accreditation is a parent’s best evidence of a camp’s commitment to health and safety, and it ensures that children are provided with a diversity of educational and developmentally challenging learning opportunities. Families who need assistance with finding a summer camp can call the American Camp Association, New York and New Jersey’s Camper Placement Specialist, Renee Flax, at (212)391-5208 for free, one-on-one advice in finding a camp for their child. Visit www.searchforacamp.org for more information.

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Discover Some of the Area’s Best Summer Camps and Programs Day Camps/Summer Programs Alphabetland Day School & Camp 1775 Newbridge Road North Bellmore, NY 11710 (516)826-9339 1260 Meadowbrook Road (Brookside School) North Merrick, NY 11566 (516)867-7484 Alphabetland Day School & Camp has been serving the community since 1972. The summer camp serves children age 3-7 (at the Newbridge Road location) and 7-11 (at the Brookside Campus). Camp activities include swimming, arts and crafts, music, playground time, gymnastics and special events. The Alpha Travel group (ages 8-11) goes on daily trips to such places as a Mets baseball game, local soccer games, rock climbing areas and much more! And don’t worry about those rainy days ruining your youngster’s fun because the travel group also takes great indoor trips to the movies, bowling and the planetarium. A full-day program is available. Alphabetland Day School and Camp is licensed by New York State and The Department of Health. For more information, call the offices and ask for Marie or Pat.

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CAMP DIRECTORY Ashokan Music and Dance 477 Beaverkill Road, Olivebridge, NY 12461 (845)246-2121 office@ashokan.org www.ashokan.org Ashokan Family Camp activates your fun button with music, dance, singing, storytelling, puppet making, nature trails, crafts, swimming, and family play time. The superb music and creative staff is ready to teach all levels from beginner on up. Community dances, group sings, jam sessions, storytelling, spontaneous creativity, and quality time in the great outdoors, are age-old ways to enhance well-being and bring people together. From babies to teens and parents to grandparents, Ashokan Family Camp leaves you with hearts full of happiness and family memories that will last a lifetime.

away. Hot lunches or sandwiches, afternoon snacks and transportation are included. Children ages infant to 13 years can be enrolled for Full-Day sessions, 9am to 4:15pm; Midi-Day sessions 10:30am-3:15pm; or Half-Day sessions, 9am-1pm. All sessions are two, three, or five days a week for four, six or eight weeks. Free extended hours are 7:30am-5:15pm.

Blessing Piano School 149-49 Sanford Ave., Flushing, NY 11355 (646)224-0959 Blessing Piano School cultivates children to a great attainment in piano, as well as developing children to use their piano gifts in the church music ministry.

During Summer 2015, your blossoming pianist enjoys learning and story times, exploring music and drama in beautiful indoor and outdoor facilities.

Caring, loving teachers and camp counselors teach a unique piano technique passed down through the generations from the 19th-century master Franz Big Chief Day Camp Liszt, from Paris. Alongside 19th-century physiologist Dr. Charles Fere’s 2427 North Jerusalem Road, East Meadow, NY 11554 research, this technique uses the most relaxed movements to teach and play (516)781-3900 piano making playing easy and fulfilling. With this perfect piano technique www.bigchiefschoolanddaycamp.com is one able to produce• the quality of sound and touch. Now Blessing 419 Park Avenue South, 13th Floor, New York, NY 10016 • 212-213-8840 Fax best 212-447-7734 At Big Chief Day Camp, your child is an individual, not a number. They offer Piano School provides specialized piano camp for youngsters. Full and half a program that will strengthen your child’s physical, social and emotional days are available, and there is no charge for extended hours for parents TO: # need an early drop-off, or late pick up. Two- to eight-week sessions are development in a safe, loving environment, which is carefully supervised by FAX who the owners. Programs include music, woodworking, rocketry, computers, available to suit families’ needs. Don’t forget, Blessing Piano School also art, science, animal care, drama, Red Cross Swim Instruction and afternoon offers weekly trips to educational and fun destinations. Registration is open free swim. Additional swimsFROM: are provided on very hot days along with ISSUE for allDATE: ages and levels. many exciting water activities. Sports include basketball, hockey, soccer, volleyball, baseball, kickball, handball and more. Club activities include BounceU Farmingdale Please call or fax your and/or OK. Farmingdale, NY 11735 horseback riding at Indian Head Ranch, rock climbing at Island Rock, comments 101 Carolyn Boulevard, kayaking, archery, fencing, and more. Campers learn lifelong skills from (631)777-JUMP (5867) the pros— not teenage counselors.

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Children’s Nest 2350 Merrick Ave., Merrick, NY 11566 737 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh, NY 11793 (516)867-7404 play@childnest.com www.childnest.com Children’s Nest Early Childhood Education Centers share a mission and philosophy that children need a sense of security and belonging in “home away from home,” welcoming settings.

Staff is devoted to maintaining an environment that promotes self-esteem, friendship, learning, and respect for others. The goal is for children to always feel safe and loved, to ensure that they will grow into independent and happy individuals. Educational programs are founded in commitment to social-emotional, age-appropriate development for young learners. They combine creative curriculum, conducive learning environments, and stimulating activities. Enriching, real-life, hands-on opportunities allow young learners to interact with others through positive methods.

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Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724 (516)692-6768 fisheducator@cshfha.org www.cshfha.org Give your young explorer a summer surrounded by nature. Encourage a love of science with week-long programs for children in grades pre-k through 12. Participants get wet and muddy while investigating nature.

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(516)735-2007 www.coolcraftslongisland.com Cools Crafts, Inc., is the answer for all your summer arts and entertainment needs. Offering 12-session classes for boys and girls ages 4 and older, Cool Crafts provides budding artists with a different activity in each class, running July through August. Check the website to see daily crafts. In two-hour sessions, children also dance, play games, and have drinks and snacks. Crafts are created in a safe and nurturing environment. All art supplies are included for activities. Each session includes a maximum of 25 participants. Cool Crafts is also known for its fun parties and ability to host Scout troop events, special needs groups and more. Parties

A fun and flexible summer program for children entering grades Pre-K to 8!

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Featuring: Academic and Recreational Options Full-Day and Half-Day Programs; Before and After-Camp Care (7:30 am- 6 pm) Registration by the day, week, or for the full 7 WEEKS!

Available Classes: Musical Theatre, Hands-on Science, Sports, Martial Arts, Cooking, Arts and Crafts, Computer Lab, Swimming, Field Trips and More!

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CAMP DIRECTORY includes one-of-a-kind crafts, your choice of pizza or bagels, soda and juice, coffee for adults, paper goods, invitations, video games, music, dancing, balloons, nail polish and tattoos. They are led by party hosts that keep the fun going. You can also host your perfect party at home: Cool Crafts will supply all the materials needed for your special day. Scheduled walk-ins welcome. Cool Crafts has it all, so call (516)735-2007 or visit www.coolcraftslongisland.com to learn more about all of the crafts available to you!

Countryside Montessori School 354 Lakeville Road, Great Neck, NY 11020 (516)466-8422 Are you looking for a different type of education for your child?

Well, then why not choose a proven system with 100 years of practice, research and worldwide recognition? Countryside Montessori School offers children ages 18 months to 6 years old a well-balanced and enriched curriculum, including traditional subjects as well as art and music. The school is located on an estate-like setting that includes an outdoor playground and provides the opportunity for frequent nature walks. All classrooms are fully equipped, spacious and provide the most enriched curriculum available for young children. The school’s philosophy is based on the work of Dr. Maria Montessori. Children become responsible for their own learning and their own behavior. Everything in the school is designed to encourage and aid the child’s natural curiosity. There is an almost total absence of time-wasting activities and routines. Montessori recognized early on that different children mature at different rates and are ready for different learning experiences at different times in their lives. They learn to respect themselves and others, and they develop inner discipline. Call for more information or to schedule a tour. And don’t forget to ask about their exciting line-up of summer programs!

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Darlings & Divas Summer Glamour Camp 65 Merrick Road, Amityville, NY 11701 (631)608-4710 info@darlingsanddivas.com darlingsanddivas.com Don’t want your diva to be bored during the summer? Send her to Divalicious Glamour Camp, back with expanded schedules due to popular demand! Each camp week features different themes with coordinating crafts and lunch. Themes include Artist Day; Relaxing Spa Day, which is filled with manicures, pedicures, and makeovers; Snowflakes in the Summer, a Frozen-inspired day; Ballerina Day, where divas take a ballet class and receive a makeover; Monster High Day; Scrapbooking Day; Fashion Design Day; Rock Star Day; Cupcake Decorating Day; and more. Each available camp week is unique, so campers may attend as often as they like without repeating crafts. Call to reserve a spot as space is limited. Sibling and multiple-week discounts are available.

Camps run June 29-July 3, August 10-14, and August 17-21 between 10am and 1pm, Monday through Friday.

Destination Science Nassau County: Garden City, Jericho, Manhasset, Merrick, Wantagh Suffolk County: Babylon, Commack, Huntington, Lindenhurst, Sayville, Setauket, Stony Brook Westchester County: Larchmont, Mt. Kisco, New Rochelle, Rye, Tarrytown, White Plains, Yonkers New Jersey: Caldwell, Kinnelon, Morristown, Paramus, Ramsey, Township of Washington, Westwood (888)909-2822 www.destinationscience.org Destination Science is the fun science day camp for curious kids ages 5 to 11! Build a robot, explore the science behind superheroes, solve a galactic mystery, and more. Destination Science kids have “Aha!” moments

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Discovery Camp at East Woods School 31 Yellow Cote Road, Oyster Bay, NY 11771 (516)922-4437 www.eastwoods.org Discovery Camp at East Woods School is the place for summer fun! Discovery Camp is a six-week summer program for children ages 2-15 years. Children participate in well-supervised activities geared for enjoyment and relaxation. The low counselor-to-child ratio and experienced staff provide an atmosphere of comfort and safety that makes children feel right at home. East Woods’s 46-acre campus includes two swimming pools, a gymnasium, two game rooms, and a high-caliber facility equipped to accommodate the school program for pre-nursery through 8th grade students. East Woods has many new options for campers this summer! Choose from the Ovations Musical Theater Program, Serious Science Camp with Jane Powel, lacrosse and soccer clinics, a program for 2 year olds, and much more. Additional available activities include sports and outdoor games, radio-controlled car racing, arts and crafts, jew-

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CAMP DIRECTORY elry-making, computer games, cooking, dance, drama, archery, and chess. Campers also experience a “world-famous” Slip ‘n’ Slide.

Children ages 5 and older receive swimming instruction from certified lifeguards. Discovery’s staff consists of many dedicated East Woods teachers supplemented by certified swimming instructors, a full-time registered nurse, and additional staff hired specifically for the program. Please call for further information.

Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County (516)433-7970 Ext. 11 tp229@cornell.edu www.dpf4hcamp.org Celebrating more than 90 years of camp, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County is committed to offering camper families a high-quality educational program, achieving the same level of excellence as its partners at Cornell University. The camp is located on the North Fork of Long Island in a 140-acre natural setting with woodlands, farmland, bluffs, pine forests, sand dunes, and beachfront. This co-educational sleepaway camp is a great place for children to enjoy a week or several weeks of summer. DPF 4-H camp is open to all children entering grades 4-10.

The program offers many traditional camping activities and specialized in-depth programming. Traditional camping programs include sports, dance, swimming, arts and crafts, fishing, drama, outdoor living, canoeing, woodworking, rocketry, archery, nature, and more! Specialized, in-depth programs include horseback riding, an adventure program, and Counselor-In-Training. DPF 4-H has a low and high ropes challenge course, a nature center with touch tanks, a 40-acre “work and learn” farm, an indoor horseback riding arena, and many riding trails. Evening programs include talent shows, carnivals, dances, scavenger hunts, wagon rides, cookouts, campfires, and much more. Meals are served in the lodge; nutritious food is plentiful and the comprehensive salad bar offers campers many

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choices. The camp’s administrative and program staff comprises teachers, educators, college graduates and students, and high school students, many of whom are camp alumni. The senior counselors have completed counselor-training programs, and most have been campers themselves.

International staff from the United Kingdom complement the seasoned American staff by sharing their rich cultural backgrounds and experiences.

The American Camp Association accredits the camp, which is proud of the high standards it achieves regarding the health, safety, and welfare of campers. Monday to Saturday sessions run from June through August.

Stay-over weekend sessions are available throughout the summer. Check the website or call for further information.

Friends Academy Summer Camps Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley, NY 11560 (516)393-4207 camp@fa.org www.fasummercamp.org Friends Academy Summer Camps offers exciting programs for children ages 2-14 from 9:30am-4:30pm. All programs provide a safe environment where children learn new skills and make new friends.

The General Camp (for ages 2-7) provides a well-rounded program that includes physical education, arts and crafts, music, tennis, science, playground time, two daily swimming periods and special events.

Families can choose from four- to eight-week sessions. Children are placed in small groups by age and gender. The Academy program (for ages 8-13) offers one- to eight-week options. Boys and girls have the opportunity to work on individual and group skills in a well-structured environment that provides instruction and fair competition. The new one-week format allows campers to change activity selections each week. Friends Academy offers more than 24 activity choices, including fine arts, computers, travel, baseball, basketball, dance, golf, horseback riding, ice hockey, ice skating, boys’ and girls’ lacrosse, sailing, soccer,

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CAMP DIRECTORY softball, N.F.L. flag football, fencing, gymnastics, tennis, computer game design, digital and video design, robotics design, circus arts, multi-sport, cheerleading, and the Friends Academy Club and Travel program. The C.I.T. Program (for ages 14-15) allows students to intern in an area of interest while learning leadership and child care skills.

Camp tuition includes hot and cold lunches, towel service and airconditioned transportation. Call to find out more about the upcoming season and open house dates. Office hours: Monday-Saturday, 9am4pm. Visit www.fasummercamp.org.

Garden Summer Program 33-16 79th St., Jackson Heights, NY 11372 (718)335-6363 info@gardenschool.org www.gardenschool.org Located in the heart of Queens, the Garden Summer Program provides a memorable camp experience for children 18 months-13 years, with full- and half-day options available in the Nursery and Junior programs.

Garden’s fully air-conditioned facility offers a large in-ground pool, fully equipped gymnasium and enclosed early childhood playground, as well as art and dance studios. Children ages 7 and older participate in the F.A.S.T. program, offering a specialization in one of four areas (Fine Arts, Academics, Sports or Theatre Arts) for a block of time each day. The day also includes instructional and free swim, intramural competitions, arts and crafts, and game room time. Garden School teachers, supported by college students, instruct all skill area activities.

Children 3½ to 6 years enjoy a play-based program incorporating a full range of arts and crafts, swim, music, cooking, games and sporting skills. One- through eight-week sessions are available. General schedule: Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm. Extended hours from 8am to 6pm. Camp tuition includes lunch and snacks. Door-todoor transportation is available.

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CAMP DIRECTORY Good Shepherd Lutheran School 99 Central Park Road, Plainview, NY 11803 (516)349-1966 judy@ourshepherdlives.org www.gsplainview.org Established in 1956, Good Shepherd Lutheran School educates young children ages 2 through pre-kindergarten in a safe, stimulating Christian environment. The staff of dedicated, experienced teachers and assistants is devoted to providing an enriching educational experience in an atmosphere of Christian love, encouraging the development of a positive self-concept and concern for the feelings and needs of others.

Chartered by the N.Y.S. Department of Education and licensed by the N.Y.S. Office of Children & Family Services, Good Shepherd’s low student-to-teacher ratio ensures that children receive individual attention as well as developmentally appropriate instruction. An interactive program, Together With Toddler, meets twice a week for one and a half hours, providing parents and their little ones with the opportunity to enjoy activities and crafts while learning about textures, sounds and seasonal themes. Toddler Separation classes meet for two hours twice a week and follow a similar curriculum. Nursery and pre-kindergarten programs offer classes for six-hour full days, Monday through Friday, or half days with morning or afternoon sessions. Before- and after-care is available on a flexible basis, 7am-6pm. These programs are designed to guide 3- and 4-year-old children in their social, intellectual, spiritual and physical development, offering parents flexibility in their choices.

This summer, “The Living Earth” is the theme for the full- and half-day programs designed for children ages 3 through those entering grade 2.

Activities include arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor recreation, water play, and gardening. Facilities provide a full-size gymnasium, large airconditioned classrooms, and fenced-in playground— all available on the school’s beautiful five-acre campus. To learn more about Good Shepherd Lutheran School, call (516)349-1966 or stop by the campus.

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Greentrees Country Day School and Camp 247 Jackson Ave., Syosset, NY 11791 (516)921-4949 info@greentreesschoolandcamp.com www.greentreesschoolandcamp.com Greentrees Country Day School and Camp provides a warm learning environment, a loving staff, flexible schedules, before and after care, transportation and a year-round program. Greentrees summer day camp, for ages 2-8, has always focused on the younger child. The summer program offers daily Red Cross swim instruction in a heated in-ground pool, arts and crafts, science and nature, sports, tumbling, soccer, karate, summer reading club, music, dance, cooking, special events and more.

Camp staff are mature, trained individuals eager to make your child’s summer the best ever. Since 1988, this family-owned and operated school and camp has been encouraging children to grow physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually through exploration and discovery.

Owners, and directors, are always on the premises. Greentrees School follows the New York State recommended curriculum. Toddler children (age 2) through those in first grade take part in challenging school activities in this stimulating and creative environment. The curriculum, based on New York State standards and the HighScope philosophy, encourages the use of critical thinking, expressive language and the development of a sense of self worth and independence. The certified, experienced staff is dedicated to providing a happy, rewarding experience for each child! Greentrees will help build your child’s confidence.

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Italian Language Littles, Inc. 40 Kings Park Road, Commack, NY 11725 (631)957-3321 www.italianlanguagelittles.com Benvenuti! Welcome to Italian Language Littles, where students experi-

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CAMP DIRECTORY ence the fun and excitement of learning Italian! Children can enroll in a language immersion workshop, in which they learn Italian through hands-on experiences, music and movement, games, storytelling, puppetry, arts and crafts, and more. Students develop an appreciation for other cultures, improvement in school performance, problem-solving skills and more. Children who learn a second language before adolescence may achieve native-like pronunciation. The creation of Matthew and Teresa Drucker, Italian Language Littles is the realization of their long-time love of Italian. Because Teresa is a first generation Italian-American, she maintains strong ties to the cultural traditions and language of her parents. Her expertise as an early childhood sets the backdrop for educational and fun classes. Matthew, a high school Italian teacher who once lived in Florence, helps bring creative ideas for language learning to Italian Language Littles. Teresa and Matthew’s Italian Language Littles will ensure your child a stimulating environment for today and a bright future for tomorrow. Now enrolling.

ing, rock climbing, mountain biking and zip lining. Special events include carnival, Olympics and guest appearances. The preschool and kindergarten programs modify activities to meet the needs of younger campers. Super Seniors, campers entering grades 4, 5 and 6, participate in many off-camp activities, like attending a Mets game and Splish Splash water park. Kenwal Teens, those entering grades 7 and 8, participate in off-camp activities, like visiting Great Adventure, Broadway shows and the beach, at least three times a week. A Counselors in Training program for teens entering grades 9 and 10 combines counselor training sessions with field trips. Kenwal creates small groups of campers for each activity to ensure that every camper gets the maximum attention possible from counselors and group leaders. Kenwal was voted by Long Island Press and the Long Island community “Best of L.I.” summer camp 2010. Call for more information about Kenwal Day Camp: the camp that cares.

Kenwal Day Camp 100 Drexel Ave., Melville, NY 11747 (631)694-3399 www.kenwaldaycamp.com Kenwal Day Camp, family-owned and operated for 32 years, cultivates campers’ desire to participate, have fun and try their best, without the pressure of having to win. Situated on 20 magnificent acres, Kenwal is accented by many tree-shaded activity areas; wondrous nature trails; a half-acre, man-made lake; and the finest facilities and equipment to ensure every camper hours of fun, exploration and excitement. The camp features four heated pools; go-karts; a water park with inflatables; a video arcade game room; bungee trampolines; and inflatable rides. Activities include: tennis, beach volleyball, basketball, soccer, archery, karate, street hockey, mini-golf, music, drama, arts and crafts, inline rollerblad-

Kiddie Academy Brightwaters (Bay Shore) (631)969-1234 East Setauket (631)941-2100 Greenlawn (631)261-2220 Hicksville (516)931-3330 Islip (631)859-1234 Nesconset (631)724-5437 www.kiddieacademy.com For almost 20 years, parents have trusted Kiddie Academy to care for what they treasure most — their children. Kiddie Academy provides a most comprehensive and developmentally-appropriate child care program for children. With locations in Nassau and Suffolk counties, this facility is a convenient choice for parents looking for quality care and instruction for their children. Kiddie Academy offers a program to promote each child’s intellectual,

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CAMP DIRECTORY social, physical and emotional growth — from 6 weeks to 12 years old. In addition to the traditional areas of language development, science/discovery and creative arts, many Kiddie Academy locations include computer and foreign language programs. Some Kiddie Academy centers also provide before and after school care for children ages 6-12, with an emphasis on providing a safe and secure learning environment. Centers are equipped to provide activities in arts and crafts, science and discovery, dramatic play and constructive building. Whatever you child care needs may be, you can be guaranteed that Kiddie Academy is committed to providing children with the best possible learning environment in a warm and nurturing setting. Call for more information.

LIU Post Summer Day Camp LIU Post Youth Camps 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville, NY 11548 (516)299-4004 post-youthcamps@liu.edu www.liu.edu/post/youthcamps Located on the beautiful LIU Post campus, LIU Post Summer Day Camp features many large buildings with air-conditioned classrooms, a recreation facility with an amazing indoor swimming pool, nature trails, state-of-the-art computer labs, cooking labs and grassy playing fields. The camp is co-ed for children ages 5-14. LIU Post has multiple-week sessions from July through August, 9am-3:30pm each day. Children are grouped by age and participate in traditional, age-appropriate activities, including art and crafts, computers, cooking, dance, drama, music, nature, recreation, sports and swimming.

Those ages 12-14 take weekly day trips. A L.I.T and C.I.T. program is available for teens ages 15 and 16. Vacation camp for children ages 5-14 is held during February and March school breaks from 9am-3:30pm. Parents may also want to take advantage of extended after-camp hours. Check out the website and discover how great LIU Post really is!

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Long Island University Center for Gifted Youth 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville, NY 11548 (516)299-2160 gifted@post.liu.edu www.liu.edu/post/giftedyouth The Long Island University Center for Gifted Youth, established in 1979, is committed to the development of the intellectual potential of each child. Each fall and spring, Saturday classes are offered for gifted students in grades k-6 who pass highly selective admissions requirements.

CGY also offers a four-week campus-based non-residential summer program for students entering grades 2-8, which emphasizes hands-on academic activities. The Center’s purpose is to provide students with the opportunity to relate to each other intellectually and socially. Classes emphasize problem solving, critical thinking and independence in learning. Courses offered include science, math, computers, law, speech and debate, and writing. The combination of extraordinary teachers recruited from leading local schools and university facilities, including scientific laboratories and computer rooms, gives the program unique strength in producing positive benefits for students. Workshops for parents of enrolled children are an integral part of the program. These special sessions, conducted by psychologists, explore a variety of issues of interest to parents of gifted children, such as the social and emotional factors of being gifted and sibling rivalry.

Long Island Voyager’s Day Camp (516)238-4586 www.longislandvoyagersdaycamp.com Long Island Voyager’s Day Camp is unique in that it offers your child a full range of specialties and fun-filled days of recreation. The coed camp includes programs for children entering kindergarten in September through those age 14. Its goal is to assist in the development of the whole child— educationally, athletically, artistically and socially.

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Its caring staff builds upon campers’ self-esteem, self-confidence and character. Long Island Voyager’s is a summer alternative that surpasses childcare as it captures campers’ special talents and helps them identify their goals. Long Island Voyager’s prides itself on its dedication to providing your children with the most exciting, action-packed and safest summer experience. Amazing trips are taken to places like Splish Splash, Adventureland, Fun Zone, Fire Island, Atlantis Marine World, Bayville Adventure Park and the Bronx Zoo, baseball games, IMAX theaters, museums, the beach, and much more. Campers also get the chance to participate in sports, educational activities, swimming, arts and crafts, mini golf, roller skating, and many other fun activities. They are quickly taken in to the Long Island Voyager’s family. Safety is a top priority at Long Island Voyager’s, which has a low counselor-to-child ratio. Buses are regularly inspected, and all drivers are assigned cell phones. Staff members are CPR, First Aid and AED certified. The staff includes a health director, and two lifeguards are constantly on duty. The camp is licensed by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services and is inspected twice a year. Long Island Voyager’s campers excel in many areas of activity and gain new skills, increase self-confidence, and develop more independence.

Madison Theatre at Molloy College 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre, NY 11570 (516)323-4448 madisontheatre@molloy.edu www.madisontheatreny.org The Madison Theatre at Molloy College offers many programs for children. Musical Theatre Intensive focuses on vocal performance for a deeper meaning and developing communication with an audience.

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Orchestra, taught by the Children’s Orchestra Society, cultivates talents in a wide range of orchestral and musical disciples to better prepare students for a versatile professional career. Summer Music Institute accommodates students in grades 8-12 with a variety of interests.

Participants gain new musical insight in a supportive setting. In the Long Island Motion Picture Arts Center & Museum Film Camp, students learn to write, direct, and produce short films. Fundamentals of Filmmaking is available for children in grades 3-7, and Advanced Filmmaking caters to kids in grades 8 through college. If your child ages 6-8 likes to perform and have fun, then Budding Stars is a perfect match. Plus, the Music Institute Day Program is available for high schoolers in NYSSMA level 4 and higher. Each one of these phenomenal programs has distinct requirements. For information on all of these exciting camps, please call the number listed or visit the website.

Merrick Woods Country Day School and Camp 1075 Merrick Ave., Merrick, NY (516)483-7272 www.merrickwoods.com Since 1956, family-owned Merrick Woods has been providing exceptional summer experiences for Long Island families. Located on a beautifully shaded 6-acre campus in North Merrick, Merrick Woods has three heated swimming pools and an additional 12 acres of athletic fields. Activities include all sports, two daily swims, 14 arts and crafts shops, music, tennis, gymnastics, dramatics, a ropes challenge course and a “Tower of Power” with a 60-foot zipline. Merrick Woods offers three- or five-day programs for campers through 4th grade, a special Tween Program for 5th and 6th graders, and daily and multi-day trips for teenagers. Counselors are highly trained and dedicated to making each camper’s summer happy, safe and memorable. For more than 50 years, Merrick Woods has stressed the development of social,

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CAMP DIRECTORY emotional and physical growth. Four- and eight-week sessions run from June through August. Call for an appointment and/or further information.

Mill Basin Day Camp 5945 Strickland Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11234 (718)251-6200 www.millbasindaycamp.com Summers are for having fun. Spending time with friends and making memories last a lifetime. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what Mill Basin Day Camp is all about. It is dedicated to providing an exciting and fulfilling camp experience for both children by providing of fun, recreational and social activities. The camp has grown over the past 16 years to become one of the most popular summer camp programs in the Brooklyn/Queens areas. At least that is what the kids say. Camp staff consists of professionals who work in child-related fields throughout the year. The modern, fully air-conditioned facility offers a wide range of activities for children entering Pre-K thru 9th grade and there are five individual camp programs each with its own unique and innovative program. The staff realizes and understands the pressures facing todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s working parents so they designed a very flexible registration program. Changing your summer schedule by adding, subtracting or changing weeks is never a problem at any time. Families are always invited to come in for a personal tour of the facility and to discuss the camp program with you at length. It would be our pleasure having you. Now more than ever, kids need camp. Let Mill Basin Day Camp show you why.

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North Shore Day Camp 85 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove, NY 11542 (516)676-0904 fun@northshoredaycamp.com www.northshoredaycamp.com Located on a magnificent Gold Coast estate overlooking the Long Island Sound, North Shore Day Camp is a wonderful place for children ages 3-14 to make friends, as well as build self-esteem, confidence and resilience. North Shore Day Campâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full-day, flexible week sessions include access to outstanding athletics, electives, a golf academy, an adventure program with high ropes, a zip-line, rock climbing walls, go-karts, mountain biking, tennis, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, lacrosse, fine arts, performing arts, computers, cooking, woodworking, ceramics, Red Cross swim instruction in four heated pools, and teen travel programs. Nestled in its own separate part of the campus, the early childhood program features a state-of-the-art village playland and activities led by experienced adults. Campers are given nutritious meals and snacks, as well as door-to-door, air-conditioned minibus service. North Shore sets the standards in camping excellence and is committed to small groups, limited enrollment, innovative

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NYU Summer Program for Kids at College of New Rochelle New Rochelle, NY (516)358-1811 www.aboutourkids.org The NYU Summer Program for Kids (SPK) is a seven-week, therapeutic day program that runs June 29-August 14. It is geared specifically to meet the needs of 7-11-year-old youngsters with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and behavior disorders. The SPK is the first and only evidence-based program in the New York area. Children are helped to improve social behavior, friendship skills, coping skills, academic competence, problem-solving skills, self-esteem, classroom behavior, sports competence, rule following, and home behavior. A typical day includes academic review, computer-assisted learning, art, morning and afternoon team sports, and daily swimming. Weekly specialized parent training helps to improve parent-child relations. The excellent staff-to-child ratio of 1 to 1.5 enables the NYU Summer Program to make the summer a productive and fun experience for each child. The program is directed by nationally recognized clinicians that are leading experts in their field. Counselors are undergraduate and graduate students who are supervised by the clinical staff. Highly qualified teachers conduct the academic learning centers. The program is directed by Karen Fleiss, Psy. D., Assistant Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry NYU Child Study Center and Clinical Director, Long Island Campus. There is limited enrollment.

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CAMP DIRECTORY Oasis Summer Day Camp in Bayside Queens Queensborough Community College, 22205 56th Ave. Bayside, NY 11364 (646)519-5055 bayside@oasischildren.com www.oasischildren.com This summer, Oasis in Bayside offers a day camp experience tailored to your child’s interests with Camper Academies. For wideranging skill development, campers participate in the following academies: Chinese Language and Culture, Science Exploration, Engineering, and Fine/Performing Arts. During academy time, your child develops skills in specific content areas. When campers are not in academies, they participate in traditional day camp programming, which includes sports, team-building activities, visual and performing arts, nature exploration and recreational swimming. Oasis Day Camp is for boys and girls ages 4-14. Also offered is a popular Teen Travel program, for young people ages 12-15, which gives teens the opportunity to take unique daily trips while forming lifelong friendships. Oasis Early Start is offered for 4-year-old campers. This program’s camp day is designed to meet the social, emotional, and physical needs of junior campers.

Campers may either bring their lunch or sign up for daily hot lunch service. Oasis bus service picks up and drops off campers from a number of convenient locations in select neighborhoods. Sibling and other discounts are available. Online registration is fast and simple, so don’t wait! Visit the website for details.

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Oasis on the Sound 158 Manorhaven Boulevard, Manorhaven, NY 11050 (646)519-5077 onthesound@oasischildren.com Oasis in Mt. Sinai 460 Harbor Beach Road, Mt. Sinai, NY 11766 646-519-5064 mtsinai@oasischildren.com www.oasischildren.com With three locations, Cedar Town Beach, Michael J. Tully Park, and On The Sound at Manorhaven Beach Park, Oasis offers campers a traditional summer day camp experience filled with engaging activities developed and taught by teachers, coaches, and dedicated youth workers. At Oasis in Mt. Sinai, campers experience boating in Mt. Sinai Harbor, swimming in the Long Island Sound at Cedar Beach, playing in the fields at The Wedge, and visiting the Holtsville Ecology Center. At Oasis in Tully Park, campers experience amazing facilities that feature an athletic complex, stadium, and a newly built indoor water park. On The Sound campers have access to the amazing facilities of Manorhaven Beach Park. All locations have access to basketball courts, tennis courts, spacious fields, and swimming pools. Campers ages 3-11 participate in a variety of engaging activities inclusive of athletics, yoga, fine arts, and instructional swim. Oasis Early Start is offered for 3- to 5-year-old campers that have not yet completed kindergarten by the start of camp. In this program, the camp day is designed to meet the social, emotional, and physical needs of junior campers.

Oasis also offers a popular Teen Travel program, for young people ages 12-15, which gives teens the opportunity to take unique daily trips while forming lifelong friendships based out of the Tully Park location. Daily hot lunch service is available for purchase. Oasis bus service picks up and drops off campers from a number of convenient locations. Sibling and other discounts are available. Online registration is fast and simple, so don’t wait! Visit the website to learn more.

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EAST WOODS Day Camp & Summer Programs Located on the beautiful, 46-acre campus of East Woods School in Oyster Bay.

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CAMP DIRECTORY Reading/Writing Learning Clinic Joan and Arnold Saltzman Community Services Center Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549 (516)463-5805 www.hofstra.edu Hofstra University’s Reading/Writing Learning Clinic is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art literacy evaluations and literacy support services to children, adolescents and adults who seek to develop their abilities and their confidence as readers and writers, in a safe and supportive environment.

Instructional services are designed to foster literacy growth and to allow learners to take risks as they develop their proficiency as readers and writers.

All professional services are provided by New York State certified literacy specialists, who offer parents straightforward advice about how to support their children’s literacy growth. Affiliated with the Department of Literacy Studies, the Clinic’s reading and writing courses utilize the most current meaning-centered practices for helping learners make efficient use of effective reading and writing strategies. These sessions focus on reading and writing as meaning construction. Phonics and spelling skills are addressed and taught in the context of meaningful language study. Students are immersed in authentic reading and writing activities and programs ensure that reading and writing remains fun and meaningful. Individual or small group instruction available.

The Clinic offers professional and comprehensive literacy evaluations which provide a detailed appraisal of a learner’s reading and writing strengths and needs. Evaluations are conducted by appointment only.

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signed to meet the developmental and physical needs of the younger child. Red Robin Camp does everything the big camps do, but in an environment that is just right for their campers. Red Robin’s expert, nurturing staff provides a safe, warm and exciting experience. Full-day (9:15am-4pm) and Midi-day (9:15am-1pm) sessions; four, six, eight and Unique Weeks (choose any 25 days of camp you wish) are available. Back this summer, the Red Robin Rain Maze splash playground, providing for hours of water-filled fun with alleys, slides and bumpers that are sure to keep all campers cool on those hot and sunny days of summer.

Red Robin introduces its own Gagaball Court (an exciting low impact dodge ball game played below the knees). As always, Red Robin offers an extremely well-rounded program, in a charming and comfortable setting. Each day is full of activity and fun with American Red Cross Swim Instruction (the four major strokes, kicking and breathing), exciting, confidence building sports instruction, arts and crafts, gymnastics, cooking, science and nature, computers, music, dance, pony rides, Olympics, special events, and late night shows, just to name a few.

Red Robin handpicks and trains an expert staff who have years of experience in early childhood development, and campers are placed in small, age-appropriate groups. The colorful meals include hot and cold lunch options, fruit and vegetables, as well as morning and afternoon snacks. All campers are provided with door-to-door transportation on a fleet of late model, air-conditioned minibuses, each Department of Transportation inspected, and staffed by the camp’s own drivers, as well as a Red Robin bus counselor, who ensures that children are seat belted, comfortable and happy on their ride to and from camp. Red Robin is proudly accredited by the American Camping Association, and a member of the Long Island Association of Private Schools and Day Camps.

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Red Robin Country Day School and Camp 878 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury, NY 11590 (516)334-1144 fun@redrobincountrydayschoolandcamp.com www.redrobincountrydaycamp.com Since 1957, Red Robin Country Day School and Camp has been a specialized Day Camp, devoted to children 2-9 years of age. The program is carefully de-

Summer at Kew-Forest 119-17 Union Turnpike, Forest Hills, NY 11375 (718)268-4667, ext. 108 summer@kewforest.org www.kewforest.org The Kew-Forest School, the oldest independent, coed pre-k through

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CAMP DIRECTORY 12 school in Queens, welcomes children entering grades pre-k through 8 to its exciting and expansive summer experience, Summer at KewForest! When school ends, camp begins! From June 29 to August 14, kids entering grades pre-k through 8 can enjoy a full-day program (9am- 4:30pm) featuring a morning of academics and an afternoon of recreation, or a half day of either option. Academic sessions focus on hands-on enrichment in reading, writing and math and provide a head start on September. Recreation options range from arts and crafts to computer lab, hands-on science, dance, martial arts, sports, cooking, field trips and more. Register for half-day or full-day sessions by the day, by the week, or for the full seven-week season. The Early Bird and Afternoon Owl programs can be added to extend the day from 7:30am-6pm.

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Teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pets Child Care Centers Little Red Schoolhouse (516)520-7721 270 Washington Ave., Plainview, NY 11803 (516)931-8204 East Village Green, Jerusalem Ave., Levittown, NY 11756 (516)731-3263 3510 N. Jerusalem Road, Wantagh, NY 11793 teacherspets2@optonline.net Teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pets Child Care Centers offer a warm, nurturing place where your little ones can learn and grow! These year-round, full day centers for children 6 weeks-5 years provide a certified staff and a small teacher/child ratio which allows students to enjoy individualized attention. At Teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pets Child Care Centers, the curriculum follows a â&#x20AC;&#x153;conceptâ&#x20AC;? pattern with broad ideas that build up by working slowly on small things that are a part of the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives, such as: food, families, animals and pets, community things, weather and more. Some important skills taught are awareness and observance,

following directions, motor development and coordination and selfcontrol. Computer Education and field trips are provided as well!

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Toddlewood Studio Summer Program Toddlewood Studio 27B Great Neck Road, Great Neck, NY 11021 (646)596-4227 Studio@Toddlewood.com www.toddlewood.com Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to get your kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; creative juices flowing. The Toddlewood Studio Summer Program is designedâ&#x20AC;&#x2039;for kids age 7 - 15. Kids will be broken down into age specific groups for appropriate level of learning and activities. Their young photographers will gain handson experience in photography and videography. The focus is on creative set design, photography, videography, modeling in front of the camera, uploading, cropping and printing! Upon parental approval, young photographers and their work will be featured on social media. Their student photographersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; work will be showcased at The Toddlewood Studioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gallery exhibit at the end of each session. There isâ&#x20AC;&#x2039;a total of two summer sessions. If a student is with them for summer session one and summer session two, he or she will get a different experience from one vs. two. The Toddlewood Studio Summer Camp is lead by celebrity photographer, Tricia Messeroux, who has been featured on Huffington Post, The Today Show, Good Morning America, Access Hollywood, The View, People Magazine and more. Other members of the team include Kai Holmes, a seasoned video producer and three camp assistants hand-picked by Tricia.

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CAMP DIRECTORY Unlimited Sports Action 30 Beechwood Ave., Port Washington, NY 11050 (516)767-7675 www.unlimitedsportsaction.com/summer-multi-sport-camp-preschool-age-10/ Day camp at Unlimited Sports Action gives your child the opportunity to play a variety of different sports. Unlimited Sports Action offers fun-filled activities each day so your child can have fun with other campers the same age. Designed to inspire learning and help children excel through physical activities and games, U.S.A.’s multi-sport summer camp offers a low-pressure, yet high-energy and safe environment. Games, activities, and coaching staff ensure your son or daughter will have a great summer experience playing a range of sports. The counselor-to-athlete ratio for U.S.A.’s Mini Program is 1 to 5, and for the Junior Program, it’s 1 to 8.

Unlimited Sports Action staff members are a combination of coaches, teachers, and college student athletes. Lead instructors have athletic and summer camp experience and a passion for working with children. Registration options are flexible and affordable. They include single-day or full-week sessions. Half days run from 9:30am to 12pm (snack included), extended half days run from 9:30am to 1:30pm (snack and lunch included), and full days run from 9:30am to 3pm (snack and lunch included).

Wee Friends Day Camp 1865 Beech St., Wantagh NY 11793 (516)783-0600 www.weefriendsnurseryschool.com Young campers are their only campers, not just a small part of a big camp! For 38 years, Wee Friends Day Camp has been providing a warm, safe environment that is both fun and nurturing for the young camper. Small group size, experienced adult supervision and developmentally appropriate activities, programs and equipment are all part of what makes

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them the ideal camp for your 2 - 5 year old. Wee Friends is located in a charming, historic building that is surrounded by shaded grounds and fields in a park-like setting. Their “pint­sized” fields and courts and perfect sized in-­ground pool are just right for young campers. Their air-­conditioned building means it’s comfortable inside and out! Wee Friends is home of the “No Fear/No Tears” Swim program for young swimmers. Coaches introduce and teach foundations and skills in such sports as soccer, t-­ball, basketball, and newcomb. The camp day is filled with special activities that include “Wee Chef,” Architots, Garden Adventures, Painting Pals and more.

Every week has a unique and fun theme that includes lots of special fun and events, including pony rides, magic shows, petting zoos, and inflatables, just to name a few. “Wee” is the camp for your child’s first summer program experience!

A World Of Discovery Day Camp P.O. Box 604010, Bayside, NY 11360 (718)229-3037 info@worldofdiscovery.org www.worldofdiscovery.org At A World of Discovery Day Camp, summertime is a season for children to let loose and expand their horizons. They have something for everyone with an array of activities and well-rounded programs. At A World of Discovery there’s one great summer and two great summer programs. Campers can enjoy baseball, volleyball, basketball, gymnastics, dance and drama, carnivals, cookouts, hiking, scavenger hunts, swimming, Olympic week and so much more. A World of Discovery Day Camp is designed to stimulate your child’s imagination, physical well-being and provide an environment where kids can just be kids. Counselors must meet stringent standards and qualifications, and all their Directors and

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CAMP DIRECTORY Assistant Directors are New York State Certified administrators and trained in CPR, First Aid and Responding to Emergency. The swim program stresses safety and fun. All swim instructors are certified lifeguards, carefully picked and receptive to camper’s individual needs. For more information, call (718)229-3037 or log on to www.worldofdiscovery.org for a complete list of activities for summer camp.

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Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County (516)433-7970 Ext. 11 tp229@cornell.edu www.dpf4hcamp.org Young People’s Day Camp of Nassau/Suffolk Celebrating more than 90 years of camp, Cornell Cooperative Extension (800)DAY CAMP / (631)476-3330 of Nassau County is committed to offering camper families a high-qualNassau: (516)650-1856 ity educational program, achieving the same level of excellence as its www.ypdc.com partners at Cornell University. The camp is located on the North Fork Young People’s Day Camp of Nassau/Suffolk has provided 41 years of Long Island in a 140-acre natural setting with woodlands, farmland, of fabulous and memorable summers! Swimming, sports, movies, bluffs, pine forests, sand dunes, and beachfront. This co-educational arts and crafts, talent shows, local trips and Special Event Days sleepaway camp is a great place for children to enjoy a week or sevcombine to make this a super program. Young People’s Day Camp eral weeks of summer. DPF 4-H camp is open to all children entering 19 Park Avenue South, 13th Floor, New York, NY 10016 • 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-7734 is licensed by the New York State Health Department; directed grades 4-10. The program offers many traditional camping activities by licensed teachers; and staffed by educational professionals, and specialized in-depth programming. Traditional camping programs Red Cross Instructors, EMTs, and college students. The staff and O: FAX # include sports, dance, swimming, arts and crafts, fishing, drama, outdoor program provide children with a safe and fun-filled summer while living, canoeing, woodworking, rocketry, archery, nature, and more! allowing parents to go about their daily activities knowing that their Specialized, in-depth programs include horseback riding, an adventure child is in good hands.

Young People’s Day Camp emphasizes indiROM: ISSUE DATE: program, and Counselor-In-Training. DPF 4-H has a low and high ropes vidual growth, as well as traditional values of teamwork, cooperachallenge course, a nature center with touch tanks, a 40-acre “work and tion, self-respect, respect for others, tolerance and honesty. These learn” farm, an indoor horseback riding arena, and many riding trails. values willcall sustain our campers for a lifetime.

A rolling enrollment Please or fax your comments and/or OK. Evening programs include talent dances, scavenger 419 Park Avenue South, 13th Floor, New York, NYshows, 10016 •carnivals, 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-7734 policy allows children to be registered for two through eight weeks hunts, wagon rides, cookouts, campfires, and much more.

Meals are at parents’ convenience. The camp provides free, door-to-door served in the lodge; nutritious food is plentiful and the comprehensive transportation IGNATURE OF APPROVAL: via licensed, certified, and professional schoolTO:bus FAX The # camp’s administrative and salad bar offers campers many choices. drivers. It is reasonably priced and offers a payment plan designed program staff comprises teachers, educators, college graduates and to fit your needs with no interest or service charges. Young People’s students, and high school students, many of whom are camp alumni.

Day Camp features a great program, fun-filled activities, and aFROM: safe ISSUE DATE: The senior counselors have completed counselor-training programs, environment as an unbeatable combination! and most have been campers themselves. International staff from the United Kingdom complement the seasoned American staff by sharing Please call orbackgrounds fax your and comments and/or OK. Camp their rich cultural experiences.

The American Association accredits the camp, which is proud of the high standards it Serving The regarding the health, safety, and welfare of campers. Monday SIGNATUREachieves OF APPROVAL: Community to Saturday sessions run from June through August. Stay-over weekend Since 1956 sessions are available throughout the summer. Check the website or call LUTHERAN SCHOOL for further information.

Our aim is to provide each child with an enriched educational experience in an atmosphere of ChrisGreenwood Trails Summer Camp tian love, encouraging the development of a positive 390 Winchester Road, Winsted, CT 06098 self concept and a genuine concern for the feelings Winter Office: (516)483-7272 / Summer Office: (860)379-6517 and needs of others. fun@greenwoodtrails.com • Full Day Nursery/Pre-Kindergarten www.greenwoodtrails.com • Pre-Kindergarten (4’s) • Nursery (3’s) • Toddler (2’s) Choose your own trail! Greenwood Trails is a family-owned, coed • Before & After Care Program • Fully Licensed sleepaway camp for children and teens ages 8-16. It offers affordable two-, four-, and six-week sessions. Located on more than 100 beautiREGISTER NOW FOR SUMMER 2015

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CAMP DIRECTORY ful acres in the southern Berkshires, Greenwood Trails lets campers “choose their own trail” with a unique elective program, exploring new activities and expanding their horizons. Facilities include comfortable cabins with showers, a large in-ground pool, a private lake, a theater, fine arts studios, expansive ball fields, low and high ropes courses, a skate park, a 35-foot-tall climbing tower and more! The warm, friendly atmosphere and extensive facilities make for magical summers at Greenwood Trails!

as many as five days and scheduled every other week. Campers stay in beautiful lodging with security guards at night. Most lunches are included in the day trips. All meals are provided for all overnight trips.

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ADHD Parent Trainer Elaine Lerner, MSW, CSW 233 7th St., Suite 200 Travel Camp Garden City, NY 11530 (516)487-0636 elaine@adhdparenttrainer.com Maximum Travel Camp www.adhdparenttrainer.com 3132 Long Beach Road, Oceanside, NY 11572 Is your child having behavioral problems at home, in school or (516)594-2000 in social settings? ADHD Parent Trainings are forming in Long www.maximumtours.com Island. Elaine Lerner, MSW, CSW and ADHD specialist will offer Somewhere between a conventional day camp and a tween tour, Maximum training for parents of children with attention problems using the Travel Camp covers all bases when it comes to fun and safety. It is a wellRussell Barkley, Ph.D and Ross Green Ph.D. methods of behavioral 419 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10016 • 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-7734 thought-out, highly supervised summer program for children ages 10-14. management. ADHD is one of the most common childhood Each day, campers experience new activities and visit a different place. developmental behavioral disorders affecting up to 5-7 percent of The American Camping Association-accredited and licensed camp is a FAx to: the#school age population and accounting for the largest proportion diverse blend of day and overnight excursions. All buses are air condiof children referred to mental health programs in this country. Learn tioned and offer door-to-door pick ups and drop offs, and they are driven techniques From: iSSue DAte: to give your child a better chance of success in school, by professional drivers. On overnight trips, campers ride on DVD- and at home and in social settings. Her goal as a clinician is to empower lav-equipped motorcoaches. Counselors are older than 21 and certified in parents to take charge of the demanding care of these children in a first aid, CPR, AED and EPI Pen usage. All counselors carry direct-connect way thatand/or ensures the Please call or fax your comments oK.health of the child individually and the entire phones. Campers are uniformed in “cool” T-shirts and sweatshirts. They family collectively. Elaine Lerner, MSW, CSW, received her masters are grouped together based on the activity of the day, meaning, if you Degree in Social Work from Fordham University and has over 16 like all rides, some rides or no rides in anoF amusement SigNAture APProvAl:park, then you will years of experience in the school system as a social worker. She has enjoy the day in that group. Camper-to-counselor ratio is 7:1 on day trips trained with Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D., and Ross Green, Ph.D. Call and 6:1 on overnights. The camp travels with a nurse. Overnight trips are (516)487-0636 or visit www.adhdparenttrainer.com to register.

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CAMP DIRECTORY Special Needs MKSA LLC 125 E. Bethpage Road, Plainview, NY 11803 (map) (516)731-5588 info@mksallc.com www.mksallc.com MKSA LLC (formerly Marion K. Salomon & Associates) has been helping children with developmental delays for 17 years. It has now joined with HASC, a leader in the field since 1963. MKSA provides a full range of evaluation, educational, therapeutic, and support services to children ages birth through 3 years and families in Long Island, Queens, and Brooklyn.

The program is also expanding into Manhattan and Staten Island. Services include: speech and language pathology, PROMPT, special education, Applied Behavior Analysis, (ABA), physical and occupational therapies, psychology, social work, and service coordination. Developmental groups are available in Nassau and Brooklyn. MKSA LLC believes in putting the family’s needs first.

The agency’s special strength comes from years of experience, an emphasis on advanced training, and a strong sense of personal involvement with each family. Its mission is to maximize each child’s developmental potential by working in cooperation with families, schools, and communities. Children learn and grow at different rates. However, call MKSA if your child isn’t doing what other kids the same age are doing! Ask questions, and get answers.

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Steps to Socialization (s2s) 13 South Bayles Ave., Port Washington, NY 11050 (516)767-0266 info@s2sny.com www.s2sny.com Is your child left out of playdate invitations? Does your child sit on the sidelines at recess? Steps to Socialization (s2s) is a social learning program for children who have difficulty with social interactions. Steps to Socialization’s highly trained staff guides students, in groups of 3-4, in learning the skills required to develop and maintain friendships, interpret social cues and work in groups. Skills taught include predicting what someone else is thinking about, how behavior impacts on others, and how to be part of a group. Using targeted activities and role playing, students are equipped with the skills needed to navigate the social world. The program is for children with average to above-average cognitive skills in grades 1 through 8. s2s teaches children how to think socially, step by step.

Vincent Smith School 322 Port Washington Boulevard, Port Washington, NY 11050 (516)365-4900 www.vincentsmithschool.org The Vincent Smith School (VSS) is well known for its individualized program for students with learning disabilities in grades 1-12. VSS has a history of excellence dating back to 1924. Located on 4.5 acres in suburban Port Washington, Vincent Smith School is a private day school, serving students in Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens Counties in New York.

It offers students differentiated instruction in small, supportive classes.

Students experience academic success, emotional growth, and social acceptance. More than 85 percent of graduates go on to college. Vincent Smith School is chartered by the New York State Board of Regents as

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Bedtime Battles Put soreness about sleep to rest.

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s bedtime a nightly struggle in your home? You’re not alone. Sleep problems affect as many as many as 35 percent to 50 percent of typically developing children (and occur at even higher rates for children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder).

It probably won’t surprise sleepless families to know that sleep problems in children have physical, mental, and emotional consequences. It has been linked to difficult temperament, impaired daytime functioning, and increased risk of obesity.

The good news? Having the right bedtime strategies might be all you need to help your kids to fall asleep and stay asleep at night.

Setting up a sleep schedule The amount of sleep a child needs depends partly on age.

Most children between ages 3 and 6 will need close to 11 or 12 hours of sleep per day, whereas 10 to 14 years olds will need between nine and 10 hours per night.

Determine your child’s bedtime based on the number of hours of sleep needed and the time your family gets up in the morning. For example, a 4 year old who wakes at 7am should go to bed at 8pm to get her 11 hours of sleep. Did she enjoy an hour-long nap at preschool? Add that in for a 9pm bedtime.

One caveat: Don’t force an early bedtime on a child unaccustomed to it. If your child is falling asleep relatively late at night because she has been sick or with you on vacation, it may take several days — slowly moving the bedtime back by a half-hour per day — to get back on track.

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The right routine It’s no surprise that kids often resist going to bed. Why would they want to give up hanging out with Mom and Dad in a bright, warm room with snacks and entertainment to lie alone in a cold, dark bedroom? Parents need to help ease that transition.

Start by dimming the lights — which helps the body shift into sleep mode — about 45 minutes before bedtime.

A warm bath can be soothing as long as it’s at least a halfhour before bed (an elevated body temperature makes it harder to fall asleep).

Replace rowdy play with quieter activities, and avoid abrupt transitions. Mix in a time to cuddle, talk, or read together before sending a child off to bed. And remember that the more consistent the routine, the faster the child will transition into sleep.

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Bedtime battles can test any parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolve, but careful consideration of sleep schedule, routines, dependencies, and the timing of your interactions at night will result in a good nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleep for the whole family.

Create healthy sleep dependencies Most children wake up an average of 10 times per night.

If the things they experienced when initially falling asleep â&#x20AC;&#x201D; like cuddling with Mom or Dad or having the light on with music playing â&#x20AC;&#x201D; arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t there when they wake up, they will probably have a difficult time going back to sleep. They will cry out or come visit parents to help them reset the conditions to fall back asleep.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why we try to make sure that the parents â&#x20AC;&#x201D; or anything else that cannot be there throughout the night â&#x20AC;&#x201D; arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t requirements for sleep. Introduce a new sleep association, like a white noise machine, that will be there when the child falls asleep and during the brief awakenings that are part of normal sleep. As a bonus, it helps to mask frightening or enticing noises that disrupt children from sleeping.

Settling to sleep Parents: Be careful not give in to your sleepless childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s demands for attention or more fun time with the family.

Instead of going to the child every time he or she cries, we suggest parents to go in according to a time-based schedule, with the time between visits getting greater each visit.

The child learns that she doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to act out to have their needs met.

Once children learn that acting out is unnecessary, they will start to fall asleep quicker. If a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cry outs or â&#x20AC;&#x153;curtain callsâ&#x20AC;? persist, consider giving the child one â&#x20AC;&#x153;bedtime passâ&#x20AC;? each night; surrendering the pass allows them to have a reasonable request granted (e.g., one more short book read to them).

Gregory Hanley, Ph.D., BCBA-D, is director of the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sleep Program at Western New England University in Springfield, Mass.

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For the Woman behind the Mom

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ow that you’re pregnant, life looks different.You may feel unsure of yourself and your changing body since every day seems to be an adventure in transformation. In addition to nausea and fatigue, you’re on the emotionalhormonal rollercoaster ride of a lifetime, which can make you fierce, weepy, euphoric, and amnesiatic all at the same time.

While you’re excited about becoming a mother, that feeling might not extend to all of the social outings and events you’re scheduled to attend between now and your baby’s arrival.

You may not feel like being the life of the party, or even going to one in the first place. Instead, it’s possible that you’re fantasizing about hibernating. But as cozy as that scenario might sound — especially if you are fatigued — it’s a better choice to have some fun with friends, even if you scale back on your typical social schedule.

Unless you are fortunate enough to experience one of those picture-perfect pregnancies, there are going to be times when you feel tired, uncomfortable, emotional, unattractive, and less-than-patient. Fulfilling social expectations and obligations can definitely turn from cheer to chore in a hurry.

Remember that time spent with friends and family is good for your health, and socializing may boost your energy and mood.You’ll have plenty of time to stay at home once the baby is born. So go out and show ‘em what you’ve got!

Read on for five tips on how to psych yourself up for outings and events.

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1) Let positivity reign.

It’s all too easy to let doubts and negative self-talk put you on house arrest.You know how it goes. Thoughts such as the following may sound familiar: “I feel huge, and I’m sure I look like it, too;” “The last thing I want is to be around svelte people in their pretty dresses;” “My face is so puffy, and I can’t control my hair;” or “I really don’t want to look like that in photos.” If these less-than-inspiring thoughts have become pervasive, stop right there and place a stern no-negativity ban on your mental dialogue.

Start in the mirror. Stop focusing on nagging imperfections, and instead see the new you. Rather than brushing off the compliments of friends and your spouse, for instance, make a real effort to see yourself through their eyes. Pregnancy is a time when a woman comes into her own, and it’s important to focus on all of the positive things that are happening to you. Say it with me, “I’m beautiful!”

2) Embrace your curves.

When they become pregnant, some women can’t wait to show off their bumps, and they manage to find outfit after outfit that looks simply stunning. But if you’re not a celebrity and model, you may be a little more reluctant to venture out into the social swirl.You may wonder whether to play up or camouflage your pregnancy. But if you’ve got it, flaunt it!

In the grand scheme of things, you’re going to be pregnant for only a short slice of your life.You’ve got years and years ahead to wear “normal” clothes. So find a few outfits for special occasions that tastefully flatter the body you have right now. Remember, in addition to your bump, you’ve got that fabled radiant glow, not to mention cleavage you never dreamed of. So have fun with the new, more voluptuous you.

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3) Try something new.

There’s already something out-of-the-ordinary about your look:Your mommy-to-be body! So why not venture into fun new fashion realms, too? Spice up your look with a colorful scarf or eye-catching costume jewelry. And if you’re tired of your maternity stand-bys, try something bold: a statement ring, bright leggings under a tunic, or jewel-toned flats.

Better yet, try something you’ve always been intrigued by but never dared to do, like wearing a sequined top or getting a fierce, artsy manicure. Branching out from the basics — which, let’s face it, can get really boring, really quickly — will enhance your look and your mood.

4) Prep yourself.

Even in your pre-pregnancy days, getting ready for a social event took a little work. Now, you have a great excuse to take the pampering even further. Getting your mind and body (hair, lips, eyes, and nails) ready to socialize is well worth your time because it’ll help you to feel comfortable and confident.

You might want to exercise a bit in the morning to energize yourself. Then, get in a good nap and meditate for 10 minutes. Focus gently on how you want to feel, and be kind with your internal messages. Embark on your personal getting-ready regimen. Lastly, go back to the mirror, and say three things you love about yourself.

Be your own cheerleader. It works!

5) Have a laugh.

While having a baby may be exciting to you, your family, and your friends, it’s good to have other things to talk about. And if you’re anything like me, there will come a point when you’ll be desperate to change the subject and talk about anything but your belly and your baby! Make it a game, and remember that everybody loves a good laugh.

Here are some favorite conversation starters: • If you could do anything without any personal consequences, what would it be?

• If you were stranded on a desert island and could bring only one celebrity, who would it be and why? (My choice is Stephen Colbert. And yours?)

As you psych yourself up about your body image, remember that everyone loves a pregnant woman. If you dread socializing, let others do the talking. Just asking a few questions, then listening attentively, makes most people think you are brilliant, interesting, and a great person! Chances are, you’ll have a better time than expected while you’re expecting.

Princess Ivana Pignatelli Aragona Cortes is the co-author of A Simple Guide to Pregnancy & Baby’s First Year (Don’t Sweat It Media, Inc.), founder of Princess Ivana—The Modern Princess at www.princessivana.com, and a featured blogger on Modern Mom. Although she’s a modern-day princess, Ivana didn’t wait for a kiss to save her. Using her master’s degree in education, she forged a career as a digital strategy consultant.

Ivana and her Prince Charming have two fabulous kids.

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April 2: Kids in the Kitchen, The Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City, (516)224-5800, www.licm.com. Discover a tasty treat every week as young participants use real cooking tools to create a yummy, easy to make, kid-friendly snack from start to finish.

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April 12: Family Sundays at the Museum, Nassau County Museum of Art, One Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor, (516)484-9337, www.nassaumuseum.org. Converse, collaborate and create together during a weekly program inspired by exhibition based gallery conversations, and more.

Presented again on April 19 and 26. 1-4pm.

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April 12 The Price Is Right Live Stage Show, The NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, (516)247-5213, www. thetheatreatwestbury. com. The popular television series that has been entertaining families for decades comes to life before your eyes in one energetic live show for all ages. 4pm.

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May 16 and 17: East Woods School Spring Fair 2015, East Woods School Fairgrounds, 31 Yellow Cote Road, Oyster Bay, (516)922-4400, www.eastwoods.org. There’s fun for the whole family during two days that include: Rides, Games, Silent Auction, Raffles, Vendor Boutiques, Plant and Flower sale, NYC Gourmet Food Trucks, and Battle of the Bands. 11am.

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April 3: Family Film Feature, Ridgewood Library, 20-12 Madison St., Ridgewood, (718)821-4770, www.queenslibrary.org. Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, rated PG, is on the program today. This is the live-action film version of the popular children’s book. 4pm.

April 4: Spring Festival, The Bridge Church, 1 Norwood Ave., Malverne, (516)561-8101, www.thebridgeli.com. Don’t miss an egg hunt, cotton candy, face painting, air-brush tattoos, arts and crafts, and story time to ring in the season. Noon-2pm.

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Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, (516)775-4420, www.broadhollow.org. The talented members of the Broadhollow Theatre Company present a April 9: Poems about Spring and Your Hopes, Flushing Library, special, one-day-only show.

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See the enchanting story of Join Margot Carpenter and Karen Van Outryve.

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April 11: Art for Tots: Here or There? Collage, The Noguchi Museum, 9-01 33rd Road, Long Island City, (718)204-7088, www. noguchi.org. Parents learn strategies for engaging their children during museum visits while exploring art materials and the galler12 This program is for families with children ages 2-4. iesApril as a family.

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The Price Is Right Live Stage Show, The NYCB April 11-12: Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Carnival, Queens County Farm Museum, Theatre at West73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, (718)347-3276, www. bury, 960 Brush Holqueensfarm.org. Trek out to the working farm for a country carlow held Road, Westbury, nival, in the apple orchard. Among the festive offerings are (516)247-5213, www. games, hayrides, and a magic show in amusement rides, midway thetheatreatwestbury. the barn. All ages. This event takes place again on April 18-19. com.each Theday. popular tele11am vision series that has been12: entertaining families for decades comes life before April Family Workshops, Flushing Town Hall,to137-35 Northyour eyes in one energetic live show for all ages.

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April 18 Flying Trapeze and Aerial Arts Show, Eisenhower Park, 1899 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, (516)640-6995, www.iflytrapeze.com. Eisenhower Park kicks off another exciting spring season of live events with a spectacular show featuring I.FLY Trapeze School. Free admission.

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Visitors of all ages are welcome to join in on the day-long festivities that include a children’s tree climb, live musical performances, an array of hands-on activities, and much more! 10am-5pm.

org. The Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia offers a fun afternoon of theatrical puppetry. Learn how to make your puppet come alive with voice,22 motion and multi-sensory instruction. Following the April workshop is an onstage adaptation of three Eric Carle tales: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Earth Day Craft and MiniLittle Cloud and The MixedUp Chameleon.

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April 15: Author Reading: Melanie Hope Greenburg, Central Library, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica, (718)990-0700, www. queenslibrary.org. Melanie Hope Greenberg is an award-winning illustrator and author of children’s picture books. She’s at the library to read some of her stories aloud to children ages 3-5. 4pm.

April 16: Science Fun, Hollis Library, 202-05 Hillside Ave., Hollis, (718)465-7355, www.queenslibrary.org. Children in grades 1-6 make play dough from flour, water, salt and food coloring and then use it to create objects. 4:30pm.

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April 18: Madeline Reads Madeline:Costume Character, Barnes and Noble-Forest Hills, 70-00 Austin St., Forest Hills, (718)7931395, www.barnesandnoble.com. Ludwig Bemelman’s long beloved Caldecott honored book Madeline will be read by Madeline in full head-to-toe costume. Children ages 3 to 7 are sure to be thrilled. 11am.

April 19: Spring Street Festival, Myrtle Avenue from Wyckoff Avenue to Fresh Pond Road, Ridgewood, (718)381-7974, www. ridgewood-ny.com. Don’t miss a great day of fun for the entire family. Entertainment, food, games, rides and more are sure to bring about spring smiles for everyone. 10am-6pm. your needs, your neighborhood

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April 9 Beauty and the Beast, The BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, (516)775-4420, www.broadhollow.org. The talented members of the Broadhollow Theatre Company present a special, one-day-only show.

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Calendarof Events April 19: Cesar Millan Live!, Kupferberg Center for the Arts, 65-30 Kissena Boulevard, Flushing, (718)793-8080, www. kupferbergcenter.org. Cesar Millan reveals the secrets of happier, healthier relationships between humans and their canine companions in his exciting live show. Joined by his famous April 25 four-legged companion, Junior, Cesar shares his philosophies and methods, as well Arbor Day Family Fes-as live demonstrations with multiple dogs. tival,3pm-4:30pm.

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Every Day in April: Galapagos: Nature’s Wonderland in 3D, Visitors of all ages are New York Hall of Science, 47-1 111th St., Flushing Meadwelcome to join in on the day-long festivities that include ows–Corona Park, www.nysci.org. Animal Planet’s Jeff Cora children’s tree climb, live musical performances, an array win narrates this thrilling 20–minute film exploring the outraof hands-on activities, and much more! 10am-5pm.

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Earth Day Craft and Mini Garden Tour: Queens Botanical Garden, 4350 Main St., Flushing, Queens, (718)886-3800, www.queensbotanical. org. As many as 30 children are invited to head to the garden after school to celebrate Earth Day. Enjoy an informative stroll through the garden and a botanical-themed craft! Appropriate for all ages. 3:30-5pm.

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