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Letter from the Editor U This letter is being constructed in my yard, where curious catbirds, cautious cardinals, and skittish wrens have been popping by to feed themselves and their young. Juvenile songbirds, sticking close to mama and papa bird, are trembling their wings as they beseech for food. They’re still relying on their parents for support, toeing (“beaking?”) the line between needy childhood and independence. Back-to-school season emulates this same need to let go while also guide our young. Soon, your class shopping will be complete, and you’ll be saying, “Bye!” at the busstop. Don’t worry, though: When your offspring returns from a day of enrichment and learning to your door, she’ll still need you to oversee the after-school routine. Maybe this involves trekking to a number of programs before settling down to complete homework, or maybe it includes cheering her on during the latest team sporting event. Whatever activities your family has upcoming, you can find your groove with Brooke Stone’s scheduling tips for a well-balanced routine in “Back to School.” Also find tons of choices for schools and
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DON’T MISS Galaxy Quest
Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Pictures take their cosmic presence on the big screen to another level in Guardians of the Galaxy. Based on the popular comic, the live-action feature is sure to be a summer smash with all ages, Go along for the ride beginning August 1.
Pony Power
An adorable little horse named Twilight Sparkle learns a few important life lessons in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. The newly released DVD features five animated My Little Pony episodes that take young audiences on unforgettable adventures. Pick up your copy in stores and online today.
Dragon Tales
Based on the hit animated flick How to Train Your Dragon 2, the same-titled video game takes players to the Viking Isle of Berk for hours of fun with Hiccup, Astrid, and all of your favorite characters from the movie. The game is available now for the Nintendo Wii, XBOX 360, and PlayStation 3 game systems.
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Your favorite heroes in a half shell are back in the reboot Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Opening on August 8, the action-packed new film will keep viewers on the edges of their seats with the perfect blend of live action and visual effects.
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One of the most iconic characters of all time swings right into your own home in a brand-new adventure with Tarzan. Available now exclusively at Walmart on DVD and Blu-ray, the special release features an updated story and amazing CGI animation. Tarzan is also available on Digital HD.
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Race along walls and upside down on twisting, anti-gravity tracks in Mario Kart 8. The exciting new game for the Nintendo Wii U includes highlight videos, online play mode, and crisp HD graphics. Pick one up in stores or online now.
Documenting Dinosaurs
Lionsgate Films and filmmaker Todd Doublas Miller present Dinosaur 13. The documentary focuses on Peter Larson, a paleontologist who unearths the largest and most well-preserved Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil ever found. Catch it in limited release and Video on Demand beginning August 15.
Okee Dokee
Make your summer even more memorable with Through the Woods by the Okee Dokee Brothers. The Grammy-award winning duo’s latest CD is sure to be a hit with listeners of all ages. Order or download your copy at www.okeedokee.org.
Open Sesame
PBS Kids is happy to announce that there’s even more Sesame Street to enjoy. The show that has been educating and entertaining for more than four decades presents an additional half-hour show every weekday afternoon. Don’t miss the extra half hour of Sesame Street on air and digital platforms beginning September 1. Check local listings.
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Putty is on a mission to rescue his imprisoned friends in Putty Squad for the Nintendo 3DS. Rated E for Everyone, the retro action game features brandnew moves, game modes, tutorials, and bonus stickers to collect. Donald McDermott is the managing editor.
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Eisenhower Park, Merrick Avenue and Park Boulevard, East Meadow, is the place for families during Movie Night in the Park. Upcoming family features include: Epic on August 7, The Wizard of Oz on August 14, Percy Jackson Sea of Monsters on August 21, and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty on August 28. For times and more information, call (516)572-0218 or visit www.nassaucountyny.gov. Admission is free.
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One of the most popular characters of all time comes to life on stage in a delightful production of The Little Mermaid. Plaza Theatrical Productions presents the tale of a beautiful young mermaid who longs to leave her ocean home and live in the world above. Performances will be held from August 9 to 24 at the Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. For tickets, call the museum at (516)2245800 or visit www.licm.org.
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STOP Bedwetting with these helpful tips.
by Jacob Sagie, Ph.D. It’s a milestone towards which every parent strives: The day when they’ll finish buying diapers or nighttime pull-ups for their child. With this milestone comes passage into an age of maturity and responsibility for the child, not to mention a welcome reprieve on our bank accounts. So what happens if that time seems never to be coming? What if your child has long ago passed his 5th or 6th birthday, and he is still not getting through the night without accidents? Or what about when he hits the double digits? You’ve already asked the pediatrician what to do seemingly countless times and were told to simply let the child grow out of it. But how long should you wait before taking another course of action? Parents come to me all the time after having listened to their family doctor and waited. But when your child is suffering from heightened stress, frustration, and embarrassment, why should you merely wait? Why add months or even years of distress to his life? As a parent, I was once confronted with just this situation. My son, at age 6, was still having accidents at night. Completely dry and able to go the whole day without any incidents, nary a night went by when we didn’t have to change the sheets. We were exhausted not only because of the middle-of-the-night housekeeping duties, but also because, as much as we tried, we couldn’t find any real solution for his “problem.” Our doctor sent us for many tests: blood tests, urine tests, you name it. But nothing yielded any results. The reason? Because in
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nearly 99 percent of children facing bedwetting, nighttime accidents are not a result of a medical condition. Bedwetting may be the result of a learning fault of the brain’s reflex system that occurs when the child is in a state of very deep sleep. These are otherwise healthy children who, through no fault of their own, aren’t capable of recognizing the signals that the bladder is sending to their brains. It pains me when I hear of children who are being punished for bedwetting, made to change their own wet linens to “teach them a lesson” with the intent of forcing them to learn to wake up and go to the bathroom. Confronting this ignorance requires that parents become educated and effectively assist their child in overcoming this condition. Within pediatric medical circles and the parenting community there is an overwhelming lack of credible information and resources available to those parents who are desperate to do something. Commonly repeated “helpful hints” are often wrong and can even be detrimental to the child. For example, I bet you’ve heard that you should take your child to the bathroom before you go to bed yourself. But by doing this, you’re taking the responsibility away from the child, and he will fail to train his brain to recognize the necessary signals. There are people, myself included, who have a focused practice to fix bedwetting. Safe and proven methods have already treated millions of children around the world and are available to the millions more who are still suffering.
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So what can we do? •Educate. Knowledge is power, and it will help guide whatever decision you make. •Do not ignore the problem. The condition exists, and your child needs to feel that he has a support system. •Be available to your child. He is the primary sufferer of this whole ordeal and needs to know that he is not alone. •Show your child information available online about other kids who have been dealing with this problem. Let him see that there is nothing wrong with him, and that bedwetting can be overcome. •Don’t compare your children. Highlighting that a younger sibling is not having accidents just makes the affected child feel worse. •Seek professional help when your child shows concern for the condition. Dedicated bedwetting clinics and online resources are available for exactly this purpose and have safe and proven treatment options.
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Listening Therapy How it could help an auditory processing disorder. by Susan Varsames
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magine sitting in a classroom and hearing your teacher’s voice at the same level of importance as someone sneezing and a bird chirping outside — simultaneously. Imagine being fearful of school because the sound of the air brakes on the school bus and a potential fire drill are unbearable. Imagine having your name called a half dozen times and not responding to it. When you do finally answer, you can’t understand why the caller is so aggravated with you.
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These scenarios describe what it is like to have an auditory processing disorder. Some children are sensitive to sounds (hyperresponsive to auditory stimulus) and some children ignore sounds (hypo-responsive to auditory stimuli). Others have difficulty filtering sounds and hear all sounds at once. Many people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder have to deal with these auditory issues 24/7. In a world where one out of 88 people is affected by autism, there are a multitude of interventions to manage each and every symptom. To manage the auditory aspects, listening therapy may assist with retraining the brain to process sounds. Listening therapy combines electronically altered compact discs — which vary in musical style, sound quality, and level of enhancement — within a sensory integration frame of reference. Sensory integration recognizes that there are three steps to functioning: sensory input, or taking cues from our environment all at once through the senses; processing input, in which we understand the stimulations and store the experience; and producing an adaptive response, like answering a question or speaking at the correct volume. Listening therapy programs are individualized to address each child’s specific issues. The music, listening time, and type of modulation used vary. The accompanying individualized activity program fluctuates, too. A child may be asked to sit on a moving swing and toss a bean bag into a bucket, repeat a list of directions next to an open window that lets in outside noises, pick plastics letters out of putty to stimulate hand strength, or countless other activities. A child may also be very active while listening to CDs, working on suspended equipment and 3-D surfaces that challenge postural organization,
motor planning, and higher level sensory integration skills. The use of sound and music is so intimately connected to movement that children in listening programs are often compelled to move and explore the environment in new ways. Current clinical work suggests that listening therapy decreases the time necessary to meet treatment goals. When incorporated into a sensory integrative treatment approach, changes are typically observed in: attention, organization of behavior, self-regulation, timing, development, refinement, articulation, fine motor skills, and more. Since many of these skills support communication, improvements are seen in many components of communication, too. Children may obtain a greater range of nonverbal communication, greater emotional and verbal expression, and improvements in pragmatic language. A typical, home-based listening program lasts for 30-minute intervals, two times a day, for two through 16 weeks. The time frame between daily listening sessions is about three hours. The basic equipment needed includes a CD player, special headphones, and CDs. The CDs for each individually designed listening program are obtained from a trained and qualified provider, who usually stocks a library of them for clients to borrow.
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Timeout Why you shouldn’t scream at kids playing sports. by J. Mark Hart On every youth baseball field in America, a fourthgrade infielder lets a routine ground ball go through his legs into the outfield, causing an error. In response, an adult — coach or over-involved parent — yells at the child. The depth of fury in the scream suggests the boy did it on purpose, but we all know he did not. It was a simple mistake, which happens often in baseball. So, why the uproar? Screaming has become the norm in youth sports. Why do we think it is acceptable to yell at children who have no power to answer back and are simply playing a game that is supposed to be fun? What does that say about the parents and instructors? What is it teaching our children?
Examining this behavior poses hard questions for the screamers and the rest of us who enable them with our silence. Let’s take a look at what is really going on in such a scenario. •It’s likely the boy feels bad already about making a mistake in front of his teammates, opposing players, umpires, and grownups on both sides. Adding to the embarrassment and hurt pride with a loud display makes the situation worse. •Publicly demeaning the player isn’t going to enable him to make the play next time. •Screaming may make an adult feel better, but isn’t the child’s mood most important? •Odds are, the kids engaged in youth sports are just enjoying themselves and not going to become professional athletes. Likewise, their parents aren’t going to become professional coaches. So, if there’s a missed play or mistake in a childhood game meant to be fun, what’s the big deal? The next time you encounter a public shaming in youth sports, consider that the following factors involved in this behavior: •The screamer has lost his perspective on youth sports and their purpose. •A parent may have boundary issues, which are expressed through being too invested in his child’s performance. These actions don’t actually reflect on the parent. •A coach with boundary issues may be too invested in his team’s performance because he thinks it means something about him. It does not. It’s the coach’s job to offer quality coaching regardless of the team’s results. •The person yelling does not have a powerful way to relate to failure and is focusing on his own feelings rather than those of the child. People who can’t control their volume and discouraging words at youth sports events should explore three main points: 1) Get some perspective and mend boundaries. If a kid hits a home run, it’s his home run. If he flubs a grounder, he flubbed it. If he gets a scholarship, it’s his scholarship. None of these accomplishments or failures belong to the parent or coach. 2) Learn from what happened and improve if possible. Emotional reactions to failure are a distraction. The child still has to make the next play. After a foul play, the pitcher grabs the ball, gets the sign, and hurls the next pitch regardless of anyone else’s emotions. If a person is hooked by emotions, he cannot fully coach during the subsequent play; if the players adopt this same attitude of fixation, they cannot fully execute on the next play, either. 3) Craft a broader, more effective understanding of youth sports, as well as life itself. Sports offer a wonderful opportunity for children to learn how to set goals and work constructively toward their accomplishments. They discover how to deal with frustration and failure. Sports can teach grace under pressure, social skills, and how to contribute to a team. Making a mistake in public, modulating an emotional response to it, learning from it, and refocusing on the goal is a recipe for success on and off the field. The positive lessons learned from youth sports stay with children in the classroom and in their adult careers. Sports are supposed to be fun. That’s why children play them. With a little reflection and awareness, it’s possible for adults to have fun with youth sports, too.
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Before the school year begins, create a family calendar with upcoming events. Sports activities, holidays, birthdays, dances, parent-teacher conferences, and plays are always mapped out by the school well before the start of the semester. If you have an active awareness of what the next month or season brings, you can prepare your family to forgo frantic scrambling. And with a solid overview of the ebb and flow of the calendar, you can fit in extras — like doctor appointments and vacations — even during busy periods. For example, if you know October is a particularly hectic extracurricular activity month, and you’re also aware that your child needs a physical, you can go ahead and schedule the physical for November, when the calendar is less packed.
Apply the same principles of systematizing and organizing as described above to tasks for which the kids are responsible. Inviting your children to co-create systems they‘ll use gives them a sense of ownership and signals your respect for their growing decision-making abilities. For younger children, pick a simple task such as deciding what to wear to school. Work with your children to designate a time to choose each part of their outfit, and lay the clothes out together before bedtime. Ask older children what time of day they might like to work on their homework on a regular basis. Help choose a homework area that’s quiet and available to them at that time.
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY offers a comprehensive experience that aims to motivate children at all levels of instruction. Available for five full days a week, the program ensures children gain computer knowledge and learn at their own pace. An Extended-Day Program is also available, as are Before- and AfterSchool Programs. Children’s Center at Farmingdale State University of New York, The Farmingdale, NY 11735 (631)420-2125 crispil@farmingdale.edu www.farmingdale.edu/childcare The Children’s Center has been a well-kept secret since 1980. It is nestled on the grounds of Farmingdale State College in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility. The program serves children ages eight weeks through pre-k and offers a warm and friendly atmosphere. The center provides a wide range of developmentally appropriate experiences that foster learning, creativity and problem solving, as well as promote a lifelong love of learning. The center boasts four, separate, fenced-in, play yards for large motor development. Children also benefit from activities sponsored by the college. The center is open year round and offers a summer camp program for children ages 5-12 years. It also offers school vacation care for children in grades k through 6. Pre-registration is required. Visit the website for updates. Call for more information or to schedule a visit.
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY in their social, intellectual, spiritual and physical development. Before- and after-care programs are available on a regular or flexible basis, 7am-6pm. A five-acre campus includes spacious, air-conditioned classrooms; a full-size gymnasium; and a large, fenced-in playground. To learn more about Good Shepherd Lutheran School, call or stop by the campus. 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 year-round programs. Since 1988, this family owned and operated school and camp has been encouraging children to grow socially, emotionally and intellectually through exploration and discovery. Owners, and directors, are always on the premises. Greentrees 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 has always focused on the younger child. Providing year-round programs, Greentrees offers a summer camp program, for ages 2-8. It includes daily Red Cross swim instruction in a heated inground 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. Greentrees will help build your child’s confidence. Call for more information.
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY Growing Tree North of Roslyn, The hance each child’s individuality and self-esteem. The Growing Tree believes 275 Warner Ave., Roslyn Heights, NY 11577 that children learn best through play. Each week, there is a new curriculum (516)625-9080 theme presented in a creative way using music, puppetry and visual props. dawn@growingtreenorth.com The school is licensed by the Office of Children and Family Services and www.growingtreenorth.com registered with the New York State Department of Education. Programs are Celebrating 25 years, Growing Tree North is an extended-day nursery for children ages 2-5 years. Included are an indoor gym, a fully enclosed school for children ages 3 months to 5 years. School is open from 7am to outdoor playground, Italian lessons, American Sign Language courses, and 6pm year round. This school is family owned and operated. They provide a strong music program. The classrooms are fully air conditioned. Each staff a nurturing, caring environment to enhance each child’s individuality member is CPR and first aid certified. Growing Tree is proud to announce their and self-esteem. There is continual communication between home and newly updated Apple Computer Lab and iPads, which provide exceptional school with an open door policy. Families receive newsletters and bulhigh standards of computer instruction. Children receive lessons based on five letins on a regular basis. Growing Tree North believes that children learn fundamental components: computer placement, software selection, teacher best through play. Each week there is a new curriculum theme presented interaction supporting activities, and teacher training/support. Growing Tree in a creative way using music, puppetry and visual props. This school has another nearby location which provides a before-school and afterschool is licensed by New York State Office of Children and Family Services program and a holiday vacation program available when the public schools and the New York State Department of Education. There is an indoor are closed. Please call to make an appointment for an individual tour. Enrollgym, a fully enclosed outdoor playground, an innovative early childment is ongoing. hood library, and a nature and science room with pets. The children are engaged in weekly Italian lessons, American Sign New Language, Kiddie Academy • Fax 212-447-7734 419 Parkphonics, Avenue South, 13th Floor, York, NY 10016 • 212-213-8840 computers, and a music program. The building is fully air conditioned. Bethpage, NY 11714 (516)719-0366 Each staff member is CPR and first aid certified. Growing Tree North Hicksville, NY 11801 (516)931-3330 # also provides a before- andto: after-school program and a holiday vaca- FAx Syosset, NY 11791 (516)496-1056 tion program when public schools are closed. Please call to make an www.kiddieacademy.com appointment for an individual tour. Enrollment is ongoing. For almost 20 years, parents have trusted Kiddie Academy to care for what From: iSSue they DAte: treasure most— their children. Kiddie Academy provides a most comGrowing Tree Nursery School, The prehensive and developmentally appropriate child care program for children. 140 East Broadway, Roslyn, NY 11576 With locations in Nassau and Suffolk counties, this facility is a convenient Please call or fax your comments oK. for quality care and instruction for their children. (516)621-9009 choice forand/or parents looking dawn@growingtreenurseryschool.com Kiddie Academy offers a program to promote each child’s intellectual, social, www.growingtreenurseryschool.com physical and emotional growth— from 6 weeks to 12 years old. In addition to SigNAture oF APProvAl: Overlooking the scenic Roslyn duck pond, this school is family owned and the traditional areas of language development, science/discovery and creative operated since 1979. They provide a nurturing, caring environment to enarts, many Kiddie Academy locations include computer and foreign language
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The Life Day School 1 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY (516)333-3355 www.thelifeny.org The Life Day School provides 2, 3, and 4 year olds with an opportunity to grow spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally in a loving Christian atmosphere. It creates positive early childhood experiences that help to shape your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s educational growth and attitude toward school. Movement, hands-on activities, and discovery are essential elements for learning in young children. The school provides a balance among active involvement, periods of free time, and structured learning situations in a multisensory environment. The Life Day School is licensed by the New York State Education Department and The New York State Office of Children and Family Services. Full- and half-day programs are available for 3 and 4 year olds. Gentle separation classes are offered for 2 year olds. Call today for a tour! Limited space is available.
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visit to see the beautiful facilities and grounds all geared toward providing the best possible programs for your child. Mid-Island Y Jewish Community Center 45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview, NY 11803 (516)822-3535 www.miyjcc.org Every family is special at the Mid-Island Y JCC. The JCC has programs designed to meet every developmental stage of one's life. New Mother/New Baby, Mommy & Me, infant and toddler gym, swim, dance, music and movement are just a few of the many classes offered. Its nursery school and preschool daycare encourage each child to become confident, competent individuals in a warm, loving, challenging and fun atmosphere. Children in grades k-5 enjoy swimming, karate, English Language Arts tutoring and academic enrichment in the JCC's after-school program. The JCC also offers comprehensive year-round programming for children (pre-k through teens) with developmental delays through The K.I.S.S. Center (Kids In Special Services). Summer camp programs are held on site for preschoolers while older children enjoy the beautiful 350-acre Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds in Wheatley Heights. Travel camps provide a great way for teens to explore the United States. Teen services include SAT/Regents review courses, leadership/community service programs, fitness and aquatics classes, and sports leagues. Bereavement and separated/divorced support groups, mature adult and boomer programs, parenting workshops, adult and Jewish education, cultural arts programs... it's all here at the Mid-Island Y JCC. Its health and fitness facility, open on Saturdays from 1-6pm, features an indoor heated pool, two fitness centers, racquetball courts, gym, steam room, sauna and massage center. Call for a free brochure or stop by for a tour. Become a fan of the Mid-Island Y JCC on Facebook.
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY Red Robin Country Day School & Camp 878 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury, NY 11590 (516)334-1144 fun@redrobincountrydayschoolandcamp.com www.redrobinschool.com www.redrobincountrydayschoolandcamp.com Since 1957, Red Robin Country Day School & Camp has been dedicated to the education and development of the younger child. Its program is small and extremely nurturing in order to provide for the emotional growth of 2 (toddler) through 5-year-old (kindergarten) students. Red Robin’s focus on the educational needs of its students has been an integral part of its programs. Classes are capped, with limited enrollment, in order to provide for each child’s individual growth. Supervision, support and instruction are provided by a staff of certified, experienced lead and assistant teachers. The school curriculum includes reading readiness, math concepts, language arts, science experiences, computer skills, community studies, music appreciation, creative expression and physical development. It also emphasizes learning to share, enjoying free play, as well as feeling emotionally and physically safe and secure. Red Robin’s classrooms are equipped with the latest instructional materials, and its spacious outdoor facilities include colorful playgrounds, sports decks and a brand-new indoor/outdoor play arena. Hours are flexible and offered as ½-day, ¾-day, or full-day sessions: 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 9am-2pm, or 9am-4pm. Choose two, three, four or five days a week. Extended-day schedules available from 7am to 6pm. Optional transportation on Red Robin’s own fleet of climate-controlled minibuses is available as well. As a strictly early childhood-oriented environment, Red Robin assists with toilet training and welcomes children in diapers. Directors Michael Cohn, MSW, and Sheryl Schwartz, MS, will be happy to meet with parents to discuss your individual needs and concerns, and take you on a tour of the school. Please call to schedule an appointment, offered seven days a week.
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Shalom Day Care 85 Jamaica Ave., Plainview, NY 11803 (516)433-0038 www.shalomdaycare.com Shalom Day Care offers a warm, accepting environment where children may grown at their own pace, develop their own identities, and experience positive social relationships. Children learn best through repeated, hands-on experiences that engage the senses, as well as encourage exploration and experimentation. Shalom Day Care aims to provide this multisensory environment. Children are immersed in math, science, language arts, and social studies during daily play activities. Every attempt is made by teachers to know the students as individuals. They assess their needs and plan activities to help develop positive selfimage, self-discipline, and confidence. There are constant opportunities for success and personal achievement. The classroom fosters a child’s sense of order, responsibility, self-motivation, creativity, and curiosity to build the foundation for a happy life. All children and families are welcome to participate in Shalom Day Care.
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272 Shelter Rock Road, Roslyn NY 11576 (516)741-4305 www.srjc.org Since 1997, The Early Childhood Center of Shelter Rock Jewish Center has been nurturing children and introducing them to Jewish values and traditions. Because the school is a place where intellectual development and curiosity are highly valued, it prepares children to face any learning environment with a love of learning and readiness to discover. The school’s highly qualified and dedicated staff ensures that each child is able to grow at his or her own pace. The school is very proud that it is one of the only area schools offering a dual Hebrew-English curriculum. It provides secular early childhood education and also celebrates the
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So Big Preschool 4 Belmont Ave., Floral Park, NY 11001 (516)352-1173 info@belleroseag.org www.belleroseag.org Experience the So Big Preschool difference. So Big Preschool is convenient for students in Long Island, Queens, and the five boroughs. It has been proudly serving local communities with programs for 3 and 4 year olds for more than 35 years. Available are three- or five-day, morning or afternoon sessions. The school offers excellent student-to-teacher ratios. It features a large classroom and gymnasium. Programs include music and arts and crafts. Call to arrange a tour and see the difference in person. Follow So Big Preschool on Facebook . Sweet Tots Creative Child Care Center 600 Broadway, Bethpage, NY 11714 (516)932-1244 1373 Bellmore Road, North Bellmore, NY 11710 (516)221-1511 www.sweettotscreativechildcare.com Owned and operated by Karen and Tommy, and licensed by NYS, Sweet Tots is the perfect “home away from home” for your child. The center is seriously committed to caring for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Sweet Tots offers a warm, friendly setting in a preschool environment. With a ratio of one adult for every four to six children, their highly qualified, professional staff ensures that each child receives the care and attention deserved. Each age-appropriate room is filled with learning activities made fun through play, arts and crafts, story and circle time, music and movement, and computers. Sweet Tots appreciates the physical, cognitive and cultural differences of children, and they adapt to each child’s level of readiness. Even the youngest students form friendships and learn basics such as sharing and getting along. Children are served breakfast, lunch and two snacks, and they have nap time. They enjoy an indoor play gym and outdoor play area on Sweet Tots’s park-like grounds. Communication with parents is the number one priority, and parents of Sweet Tots’s children are encouraged to maintain a school-family connection and to build new friendships as well! Call Sweet Tots, whose goal is to have “happy children and happy parents,” for more information.
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Teacher’s Pets Child Care Centers Little Red Schoolhouse, 3510 N. Jerusalem Road, Wantagh, NY 11793 (516)520-7721 270 Washington Ave., Plainview, NY 11803 (516)931-8204 East Village Green, Jerusalem Ave., Levittown, NY 11756 (516)731-3263 Teacher’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 Teacher’s Pets Child Care Centers, the curriculum follows a “concept” pattern with broad ideas that build up by working slowly on small things that are a part of the children’s lives, such as: food, families, animals and pets, community things, weather and more. Some important skills taught are awareness and observation, following directions, motor development and coordination and self-control. Computer Education and field trips are provided as well! The staff will also work at developing your child’s self-confidence, attention span and sense of humor! Breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided daily. For more information on how to make your child one of the “Teacher’s Pets,” call (516)520-7721. your needs, your neighborhood
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY Temple Judea of Manhasset School 333 Searingtown Road, Manhasset, NY 11030 (516)621-8049 www.temple-judea.com Temple Judea of Manhasset is a welcoming, inclusive reform congregation serving families in Roslyn, Manhasset, Herricks, Port Washington, and other local areas. Temple Judea’s Religious School offers innovative, meaningful Jewish educational programs for children in grades k-12. Its primary program engages the youngest learners through hands-on experiences with art, movement, music, yoga. Students in grades 3-6 participate in the new JOURNEYS program, in which a once-a-week class session is supplemented by Hebrew tutorials, family Shabbat, social action, and holiday experiences. Technology is incorporated into the learning, and accommodations are made for children with special needs. Teens engage through a Teen Mitzvah Corps, in which students participate in social justice experiences within a Jewish context. Bar/bat mitzvah preparation takes place at Temple Judea, where single and Havdalah bar/bat mitzvah dates are available. Temple Judea welcomes all to Children’s High Holiday Services, where no tickets are required and every child receives a special gift. Temple Judea’s friendly clergy, school director, and staff would love to meet you and your child. Please call for more information and to inquire about the PJ Library program, which provides free Jewish books to families with children ages 8 and younger.
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atmosphere in which every child has the opportunity to develop a sense of self and achieve academic success at a developmentally appropriate pace. Its modern facility allows for individual and small group work. Classrooms are equipped with the latest educational equipment. There is a separate wing for the youngest students, an outdoor playground, and a fully equipped indoor play area.The school is New York State registered and has a N.Y.S. Department of Social Services permit. It offers programs for children ages 1-5 to strengthen self-esteem, language development, and pre-academic skills. The Twoodler program is suitable for children born before or after the “cut-off date” who are ready for a classroom experience. After-school Enrichment Programs include Soccer, Dance, Gymnastics, Tennis, Cooking, Arts, Science, and Sports. Through the celebration of Shabbat and the festivals with songs, stories, and food, as well as and the presence of a Rabbi or Cantor, the Jewish calendar comes alive at the school.
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Tender Garden Early Childhood Learning Center 3100 Hempstead Turnpike Levittown, NY 11756 (516)731-4322 tendergarden.net Tender Garden Early Childhood Learning Center offers preschool education classes for children ages 2-4. These classes meet two, three, or five days a week in half- or full-day sessions. It strives to give children the tools to learn, the confidence to reach potential, and the courage to achieve. The Learning Center believes children have their own distinct talents and abilities, and its program encourages them to explore the world and expand knowledge. This is accomplished in a nurturing atmosphere where teachers take an interactive role in guiding and presenting experiences and instruction. Children learn through play, and so play-based learning at this center ensures fun-filled days and the development of necessary preschool skills. The Learning Center provides children with
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Temple Sinai of Roslyn Nursery School 425 Roslyn Road, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577 (516)621-8708 missdebbie.sinai@gmail.com www.mysinai.org Temple Sinai of Roslyn’s Nursery School is guided by the philosophy that “play is children’s work.” The school provides a structured yet relaxed
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY academic preparation for kindergarten and the opportunity to develop social skills through active learning. The Learning Center features large, air conditioned classrooms, a fenced-in playground, gymnasium, auditorium, private bathrooms and computers. The experienced and qualified staff comprises New York State Certified teachers. All staff members hold certifications in CPR, First Aid, EpiPen, and AED administration. Classes at The Learning Center have a small teacher-to-student ratio and integrate New York Education Learning Standards. Hands-on learning is encouraged through monthly and weekly themes, language arts, arts and crafts, music, science, mathematics and social studies. Toddler Time at The Enrichment Center 750 Hicksville Road, Seaford, NY 11783 (516)520-6096 www.toddlertimeforkids.org Toddler Time, a year-round state-of-the-art preschool and extended child care program, is located in the Seaford area. This program has everything a parent can ask for— a safe environment, video monitoring throughout the school, first class teaching techniques, flexible hours and half-day and full-day programming with extended hours from 7-9am and 4-6pm. Children ages 15 months-4½ years are invited to take part in this unique program at Toddler Time. Children will have a fun-filled time at Toddler Time’s fully equipped preschool program. Teachers encourage each child’s own rate of social, emotional and cognitive growth. With outdoor and indoor space to “learn through play,” a child-directed atmosphere and a small teacher-to-child ratio, your child will have a spectacular day! Curiosity and self-discovery are promoted through developmental play. Children are given the opportunity to explore their unique talents in crafts, music, computers and fine motor activities. With more than 38 years of experience in the field of education, Toddler Time is the perfect choice for children, including infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Licensed teachers provide a learning atmosphere in small classes with
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Programs American Theater Dance Workshop Herricks Road, New Hyde Park, NY (516)248-6420 atdw@optimum.net Classes at The American Theater Dance Workshop provide strong ballet training, the basis of all dance, as well as practice in many styles of Broadway musical theater. The conveniently located school offers programs year round. The studios are large, modern, and fully mirrored with sprung floors specifically designed for dance. Students are trained in the disciplines of ballet, theater dance, tap, and musical theater. Registration is available for all levels, beginner to professional, and for children ages 3 and older through adults. There is live musical accompaniment for most classes. A distinguished ballet department is the backbone of any school. Students must have strong backgrounds in classical ballet to succeed in any form of dance. American Theater Dance Workshop’s illustrious, international faculty is comprised of professional dancers from some of the greatest companies in the world, artistic directors and choreographers. They provide training with strong technique and artistry. Ballet luminaries such as Katherine Healy and Leslie Browne teach morning adult intermediate ballet classes. Guest professionals teach Ballet Repertory and Musical Theater Dance Companies, setting original choreography and new works. Michelle and Jerome Vivona, the school’s new owners, are excited to bring their experiences from careers in ballet companies and Broadway to the next generation of dancers on Long Island.
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BounceU Farmingdale 101 Carolyn Boulevard, Farmingdale, NY 11735 (631)777-JUMP (5867) www.bounceu.com/farmingdale BounceU Farmingdale was voted “Long Island’s Best Children’s Party Place,” “Best Family Amusement” and “Best Camp” for 2011 by the Long Island Press. What do you get when you mix awesome inflatable structures; a clean, climate-controlled environment; incredible customer service; and non-stop excitement in a private-party atmosphere? You get one of the best parties ever! BounceU Farmingdale is an indoor party and entertainment venue that features warehouse-sized rooms filled with giant inflatable structures for all ages. It provides a variety of activities for both children and adults. Enjoy enormous slides, inflatable games like boxing and basketball, obstacle courses, and so much more! From field trips and fundraisers to club outings and team parties, every event is all about “U!” Cleanliness and safety are top priorities at BounceU, where the staff is always attentive to your needs. Whether scheduling a preschool play date, open bounce session, birthday party or fundraiser, make BounceU your number 1 choice for “creating memories that last a lifetime.”
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BounceU Oceanside 3495B Lawson Boulevard, Oceanside, NY 11572 (516)593-JUMP (5867) oceanside.ny@bounceu.com www.bounce.com BounceU of Oceanside specializes in perfect party ideas and fun programs. It offers amazing inflatable structures, unbeatable customer service, and a climate-controlled environment, so you can enjoy a great time all year. BounceU is happy to host your team or holiday events as well as school or camp field trips. Its state-ofthe-art, clean inflatables are a blast for kids, who can get fit while
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having fun. Teams that visit love the bounce stadiums and games. Classes that stop by participate activities that build their social skills. Scout troops may earn BounceU Participation Patches. Open Bounces are available as Preschool Playdates, All Ages sessions, and Family Bounce Nights during the year as well. Children bounce, socialize and participate in games. Private parties and fundraisers at BounceU are super easy for parents and exciting for kids. Call or log online to learn more.
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Brookville Center for Children’s Services, The Children’s Education Center, Brookville (516)626-1000 SUNY Old Westbury (516)333-0268 Marcus Avenue at New Hyde Park (516)326-5622 Leeds Child Development Center, Manhasset (516)326-5800 mmascari@ahrc.org www.ahrc.org The Brookville Center for Children’s Services provides daycare services and preschool programs to children ages infant through 5 years at three centers: Marcus Avenue in New Hyde Park, SUNY Old Westbury, and Leeds Child Development Center in Manhasset. Preschool education (only) is provided for ages 3-5 on AHRC’s Brookville campus, Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm. Activities such as language-based education, including gross and fine motor interactions, are play-based and aimed at stimulating overall development. All staff members are certified or licensed in their professional areas, and the agency’s programs are approved and licensed by the New York State Education Department, as well as the New York Department of Health and the Office of Children and Family Services. The agency’s locations are accessible from all major roads and highways and have outdoor playgrounds and tight security systems. Call for a tour of the facilities or for more information about the services offered at each location
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY Eglevsky Ballet 700 Hicksville Road, Bethpage, NY 11714 (516)746-1115 receptiondesk@eglevsky.org www.eglevskyballet.org Eglevsky Ballet, under the artistic direction of Laszlo Berdo, provides professional-caliber training for students of all ages and abilities. Eglevsky presents an annual production of The Nutcracker, two summer intensives, master classes, and performing opportunities. It also engages in community outreach and education. Classes are offered in ballet, pointe, modern, character, Pilates, pre-ballet for ages 2-5, and adult ballet. Students from Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens travel to the state-of-the-art facility, where the emphasis is on the teaching of pure classical ballet as an art form. Eglevsky is pleased to announce the addition of public class offerings. These classes are designed for the dancer or athlete who wants to improve ballet technique but is unable to commit to a full-time training program. Fall classes begin on Monday, September 15.
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Hannah Kroner School of Dance 1180 Willis Ave., Willis Square Shopping Center, Albertson, NY 11507 (516)484-5430 www.hannahkronerschoolofdance.com The legendary Hannah Kroner School of Dance in Albertson, Long Island, has a reputation for offering the newest and most innovative dance education with 67 years of proven experience. During the past 30 years, the current Owner/Director Carol Riley and an unsurpassed staff have continued to be innovators of programs unique to dance education on Long Island. Classes are offered in every age range, ages 18 months through adult, and every level. Some of these classes include the Toddler/Mom, Tots Two, Dance, Music, and Stories Altogether, which begin as soon as the child is able to walk. The programs give the toddlers an opportunity to learn, socialize, and play meaningfully utilizing fun songs and dance movements. Young school-age children
are offered separate classes in Ballet/Gymnastics, HipHop/Gymnastics, or Tap/Gymnastics. Children ages 6 and older develop skills in Ballet, Tap, Broadway Jazz, HipHop, Contemporary, or Lyrical Dance. New additions to the curriculum are the junior and senior competition teams, as well as a Recreational Dance performing group, which enables students ages 7-17 the opportunity to perform for the community outside of the school. For more information on the school, visit www.hannahkronerschoolofdance.com or call (516)484-5430. Italian Language Littles, Inc. Wind’n Willow Preschool, 1201 North Broadway, Massapequa, NY 11758 (631)957-3321 italianlanguagelittles@gmail.com www.italianlanguagelittles.com Benvenuti! Welcome to Italian Language Littles, where students experience 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 educator 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. Ongoing enrollment.
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Katya’s School of Dance - To The Pointe! 40 Middle Neck Road, Floor 2, Great Neck, NY 11021 (917)771-0687 www.katyasdance.com Katya’s School of Dance - To The Pointe! provides a nurturing environment for your child’s dance education. The school philosophy is that learning to dance should be fun but also impart a sense of discipline. They offer individualized attention to the recreational, as well as the serious, student. Classes are available for children (as young as age 2.7 years) and adults in ballet, musical theater, tap, ballroom, zumba, pilates, and primary ballet. Teachers at Katya’s believe in a holistic approach to dance. They work within students’ physical limits in order to expand their abilities to express themselves through movement. Teachers also deeply believe that dancing is not only for the naturally gifted student, but is also for anyone who has the love and the drive to learn to dance. The Little Gym of Levittown 2890 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown, NY 11756 (516)520-4455 www.tlglevittownny.com Kids soar at The Little Gym, which gives them the best foundation for success. With more than 300 locations in 21 countries, The Little Gym has had decades of research to incorporate into its formula for helping children achieve a lifetime of success. The Little Gym hosts year-round, structured classes broken up by age group. The Little Gym offers children ages 4-8 the opportunity to socialize with peers and develop their imagination. Included are activities in the gym, arts and crafts, group activities, snacks and special events. Schedules are flexible. Programs are led by an expert staff that promotes a non-competitive and nurturing environment. Each day brings a new adventure. Also let The Little Gym help you celebrate your memorable milestones. Awesome Birthday Bash packages include invitations, a qualified birthday leader and assistant, set up and clean up, paper goods, drinks, pizza, and a The Little Gym t-shirt
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EDUCATION DIRECTORY Not Just Art®/Music Together® 183 South St., Oyster Bay, NY (516)922-8300 www.notjustart.com Let creative young minds shine! Located in Oyster Bay, Not Just Art has a flexible calendar of music, art, and science enrichment programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and grades k-5. Offerings include: Music Together®, parent/child and separation classes, art, science, open studio hours, school vacation activities, summer camps, birthday parties, Scout troop badges, and New York Sports Clubs custom playgroup events. Additional Music Together centers are located in Deer Park, Hicksville, Long Beach, NY Huntington, Plainview, Garden City and Manhasset. Not Just Art’s childwww.mysportsclubs.com/kids centered environment and approach accommodate a wide range of ages and New York Sports Club: They activate kids. Their year-round fitness needs. Children and families experience respectful, nurturing teachers, cozy and recreational programs will have your kid energized, active and class sizes, and moments of joyful discovery. The thoughtful curriculum engaged. They offer everything from summer camps and parties to allows children to develop a lifelong love of learning by encouraging their formal athletic training and sports leagues. Best of all, you don’t have natural sense of wonder and curiosity, collaborative and independent thinking, to be a gym member for your kids to enroll. The Swim Academy at risk taking, and the expression of ideas. Open-ended projects are designed NYSC is designed to waterproof kids. Experienced instructors work to ensure all children will feel successful. Staffed by music, art, and science with students one on one or in groups to ensure that they receive the the programs are unique experiences designed for (and with) each necessary training to become safe swimmers. 419 and Park confident Avenue South, New York,Safety NY 10016 • teachers, 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-7734 group of children. To spark imaginations and engage curious minds, the comes first, with fun a close second. All skill levels are welcome. lovely little toy store in Oyster Bay has high-quality toys and tools, includNYSC Birthday Bashes throw a high-energy bash without breaking TO:party package provides it all — from FAX ing:# instruments, science and art kits, infant gifts, and creative supplies for a sweat. Each all-inclusive all ages! Free gift wrapping. invitations and cake to decorations and everything in between. The only thing you need to do is show up and have a blast! They ISSUE DATE: FROM: Professor Pedals offer three different options that let you choose a party theme and (516)375-8492 a featured activity. Whether your children are big swimmers, sports www.professorpedals.com fans, or they enjoy groovin’ to the latest tunes, they have a party Please call or fax your comments and/or OK. Professor Pedals teaches kids and adults how to ride two-wheeled bicycles. that’s right for you! Sports Clubs for Kids offers action-packed They provide one-on-one training lessons for mastering bicycle riding and camps and programs that foster athletic skills, teamwork, and safety skills. Lessons take place at the student’s home or site. Professor Pedhealthy habits. Through sports, games, and activities they create a SIGNATURE OF APPROVAL: als has a progressive approach to teaching that improves performance and safe, caring, noncompetitive environment that is ideal for learning builds confidence, as well as reduces stress and fear. Lessons are structured to and making friends. It nourishes parents’ efforts to create a rich musical environment at home, regardless of their musical abilities. Offered in ten-to-12-week sessions in many independently owned locations throughout Long Island and Queens, these 45-minute classes are specifically designed to accommodate the unique learning style of the very young while being highly engaging to their adult companions. Music Together is based on the philosophy that all children are musical; you may be surprised to find that you are, too!
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a liberal religious community. From 11am to 12:30pm each Sunday, children participate in a variety of activities as their parents worship together. Unitarian Universalist principles are introduced at age-appropriate levels. The Playroom is fully equipped with a loving, qualified staff who watch over infants and toddlers with great care. “Bridges” is a program for three year olds that incorporates supervised playtime as the children explore music, art and nature. Four year olds develop their skills in “Butterflies,” and 5 year olds are nurtured and challenged in “A Discovery Year” program. The “Haunting House” program introduces first graders to the experiences of life, including birth, death, fears and relationships. “Free to Believe” nurtures second graders, and “Feasts and Festivals” teaches third graders about different religious festivals through costume-making, cooking, song and dance. A variety of enriching, cooperative religious programs led by volunteers concerning Unitarian Universalism, Judaism, Christianity, the other major world religions, and ethics, continue through grade 12. Each and every person is embraced and cared for in the Unitarian Universalist community, and each child is encouraged and nurtured through activities in and beyond the classroom in the many programs offered. To learn more about how your child can participate, call (516)627-6560 or visit www.uucsr.org.
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information, please visit www.achievebeyondusa.com or call (866)696-0999. CHAZAK at Temple Sinai of Roslyn 425 Roslyn Road, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577 (516)621-8016 cantorelenaschwartz@mysinai.org www.mysinai.org Temple Sinai’s CHAZAK program is a wonderful Jewish learning program for children with developmental differences and special needs. CHAZAK gives families the opportunity to provide their children with meaningful Jewish experiences. The multi-faceted program features monthly Shabbat and Jewish holiday programs; three-hour drop-off programs on some school holidays; Thursday drop-off classes; Bar and Bat Mitzvah opportunities; and social activities. Rabbi Michael White, senior Rabbi at Temple Sinai, has been a strong advocate for the program since its early planning stages and views CHAZAK as an important initiative for enabling children and families to celebrate the joys of Jewish living and be embraced by a loving community. The program continues to advance the temple’s efforts to include all families and children in the Jewish learning process. CHAZAK classes have a low teacher-to-student ratio and are led by certified special education teachers. They are designed to meet the individual and unique needs of each child, as well as those of the involved families. Workshops integrate movement, music, art, crafts, cooking, technology, yoga, and other forms of enrichment into the learning experience. Members and non-members are welcome. Advance registration is required.
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for toddlers, children, and young adults with physical and developmental disabilities. Classes are structured and adapted according to students’ individual needs. Ballet, jazz, and exercise fundamentals are used in a creative manner. The program assists in the development of fine and gross muscle tone. Each student is provided with a high degree of motivation. Classes are taught by experienced dance and exercise instructors who have a devoted interest in students with special needs. Call for more information or to set up an interview date.
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J.M. Ladge Speech & Hearing Center C.W. Post Campus/Long Island University Northern Boulevard, Brookville, NY 11548 (516)299-2437 joyce.rubentein@liu.edu www.liu.edu/cwpost/ladge The C.W. Post J.M. Ladge Speech & Hearing Center serves as a complete diagnostic and therapeutic facility providing speech, language and audiological services for children as well as adults with communication disorders. All services are offered at reasonable rates during day and evening hours. A full range of services include evaluation and treatment of articulation and phonological disorders and language and language learning difficulties, including difficulty with auditory processing and phonemic awareness, stuttering, aphasia and voice disorders. The Center offers accent reduction services for adults and students, stroke rehabilitation programs and groups for children focused on listening, reading readiness and delayed speech/ language development. Individual feeding and swallowing services are available, as are mealtime play and language play groups, for those from birth through age 5. For further information, contact Dr. Joyce Rubenstein, Ph.D., director of the Ladge Speech & Hearing Center at C.W. Post, joyce.rubenstein@liu.edu.
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According to a recent survey by the International Food Information Council, although parents with children younger than 18 are extremely focused on the nutritional needs of their offspring, they are far less likely to think about their own health. And, in another recent survey by the American Heart Association, 12 percent of its website visitors said that they were too busy taking care of others to take care of themselves. Busy parents should realize that caring for yourself is just as important as caring for your kids. It’s in the best interests of the children to care for your own health. The airlines have it right: Put on your oxygen mask before putting on that of your child. Neglecting your needs may not only lead you to feel depleted and exhausted, but it can also put you at risk for getting sick. It’s important to balance taking care of your children with taking care of yourself. Here’s how to create that balance:
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August 1: Children’s Summer at Garvies Point, Garvies Point Museum & Preserve, 50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove, (516)5718010, www.garviespointmuseum.com. The popular annual summer series at Garvies Point introduces themes such as pond study, rocks and minerals, beach ecology, pottery, games, and much more. For ages 5-10. Ongoing through August 21.
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August 1-3: Sayville Summerfest, held throughout downtown Sayville Rotary Park, Gillette Park and Sparrow Park, Sayville, (516)680-5807, www.greatersayvillechamber.com. Rides, numerous stages with live musical performances, art exhibits,
August 2 and 3: Sunday Old Time Baseball, Old Bethpage Village Restoration, 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage, (516)572-8400. Find out how baseball was played in the 1800s during two fun-filled days. 10am.
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August 5 Jack and the Beanstalk, The NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, (516)247-5213, www.thetheatreatwestbury. com. The theater proudly presents a delightful retelling of the classic fairy tale designed especially for young audiences. 11am.
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grasshoppers, butterflies, and Insects. Bring a butterfly net and collecting jars. 11am. August 9: The Little Mermaid, The Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City, (516)224-5800, www.licm. org. One of the most popular characters of all time comes to life on stage in a delightful production about a beautiful young mermaid who longs to leave her ocean home and live in the world above. Performances held through August 24. August 9: Long Island’s 9th Annual Comedy Festival, Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main Street Suite 1, Port Washington, (516)767-6444, www.landmarkonmainstreet.org. This 9th annual event provides audiences with a night of non-stop laughs. 8pm.
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August 21-24: Marvel Universe LIVE!, Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, (516)794-9303, www.nassaucoliseum.com. Spiderman, Iron Man, The Hulk and other great heroes land in Long Island for a mind blowing original live show that takes family entertainment to a whole new level.
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August 23: Hatchling Turtle Day, The Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor, (516)692-6768, www.cshfha.org. Families are invited to come in and meet a few baby turtles during their first outdoor adventure. Professional staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide turtle-themed activities. 10am-3pm.
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August 15 Outdoor Movies in the Park, Nickerson Beach, Lido Boulevard and Dona Lane, Lido Beach, (516)571-7705, www.nassaucountyny.gov. At dusk, the park at Nickerson Beach hosts a few of your favorite movies. Upcoming screenings include A Night at the Museum and E.T. on August 22.
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Calendarof Events August 15 Outdoor Movies in the Park, Nickerson Beach, Lido Boulevard and Dona Lane, ing, authentic music, food and more are back for this amazing Lido Beach, (516)571-7705, 54th annual event for visitors of all ages. www.nassaucountyny.gov. At dusk, the park at NickAugust 23 and 24: Street Fair on the Green, Cedar Creek Park, erson Beach hosts a few of Merrick Road, Seaford, (516)860-8750, www.nassaucountyny. your favorite movies. Upcoming screenings include A Night gov. Discover something for everyone during this fun-filled at the Museum and E.T. on August 22. two day event. 10am-6pm.
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September 6: Eglevsky Ballet Training Program Open House, Eglevsky Ballet, 700 Hicksville Road, Bethpage, (516)7461115, www.eglevskyballet.org. Eglevsky Ballet announces public class offerings for those who want to improve their ballet technique but are unable to commit to a full-time training program. 10am-3pm.
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to the group. Free. Held the second Monday of the month. 12:30-2pm. Mondays and Wednesdays: Alzheimer’s Opportunity for Respite & Socialization Program, Temple Emanu-El of Long Beach, 455 Neptune Boulevard, Long Beach, (516)432-0570. A program for adults, ages 60 and older who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. This program provides meaningful and purposeful recreational activities and increased socialization among peers. Recreational activities include cooking, exercise, relaxation, dance, music, discussion groups and more. A nutritious kosher lunch and snacks are provided. Transportation may be arranged to the JCC. An interview is required. 10am-2pm. Mondays to Fridays: Breast Cancer Support Groups, Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program, most groups held at the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program, School of Social Work, Adelphi University in Garden City, offices: (516)877-4314, hotline: (800)877-8077, www.adelphi. edu/nysbreastcancer. Individual, group and telephone counseling are available, along with a 24/7 hotline staffed by trained volunteers who have had breast cancer. Groups offered include: Women with Breast Cancer, Young Women with Breast Cancer, Women with Metastatic Breast Cancer, Telephone Support for Women with Breast Cancer, and more. Pre-registration required. Call for start dates and to find out about other groups,
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including those for couples, teens, family members, and men with breast cancer. Tuesdays: Breast Cancer Phone Support, (516)877-4314. The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program offers a new telephone support group for women with breast cancer. If you or someone you know cannot physically attend a breast cancer support group for any reason, this is a wonderful alternative for a forum. The weekly group allows women to speak with breast cancer survivors and patients, along with a social work facilitator, on conference calls. Sessions run 10:30am-noon. Call to register or obtain details.
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Tuesdays: Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders Parent Support Group, Grace Lutheran Church & School, 400 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, (516)887-3371. Meets the first Tuesday of every month at 7pm.
Thursdays: Grandparent Advocates Supporting Autistic Kids, North Shore Child and Family Guidance Center, 480 Old Westbury Road, Roslyn Heights, (516)626-1971, www.northshorechildguidance.org. This support and advocacy group is for concerned grandparents of autistic children. All adult family members are welcome. Meetings take place the last Thursday of every month (except December), 11:30am-1pm. Thursdays: Grandparent Advocates Supporting Autistic Kids (GASAK), Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Drive, East Hills, (516)484-1545. Grandparents of children with autism meet to support each other, share information and advocate for their families. Meets the third Thursday of the month. Call for additional meeting dates. 1-2:30pm.
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sity Hospital, 259 First St., Mineola, (516)663-2350, www.winthrop.org. Support group for children of all ages with diabetes and their families. Meets monthly. Call for details.
Fridays: Parent Discussion Group, Parenting Resource Network, Friedberg JCC, 15 Neil Court, Oceanside, (516)634-4192, www. parentingresourcenetwork.org. This free discussion group aids in processing the many complicated issues faced by parents. Topics range from anger diffusion and self-esteem to time out and discipline. Held twice a month. Childcare is available for a small fee with advance reservation. Call to reserve a spot. 10am.
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