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Visit Brookhaven National Laboratory Summer Sundays, July 13 – August 3 Check www.bnl.gov for details Find us on Facebook: Search “Summer Sundays” July 13 Bright Light, Illuminating Science Tour the National Synchrotron Light Source (NSLS), and see the new NSLS-II, which will be one of the world’s most advanced light sources – a giant x-ray microscope! Explore exciting hands-on exhibits, master the synchrotron quiz, and win prizes. Be mesmerized by the “Science Laser Light Spectacular.” July 20 Ultra-Small, Tremendous Impacts* Visit the Center for Functional Nanomaterials, where Brookhaven scientists probe structures as tiny as a billionth of a meter. Play with hands-on activities in the “NanoDiscovery” zone. Be enthralled by the “Magic of Science.” July 27 Storm Trackers/Family Fun Day See how scientists at the National Weather Service forecast our weather and track storms across the New York metropolitan area. Visit the Lab’s Science Learning Center to discover basic scientific theory using magnets, mirrors, and more! Play a part in the “Super Scientific Circus.” Be captivated by Red’s Recycle-O-Rama.” August 3 Atom-Smashing Fun* Tour the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider, a world-class particle accelerator where physicists recreate the conditions of the universe as it is thought have existed microseconds after the Big Bang. See particle detectors as big as a house! Try to stump a physicist. Be mesmerized by “Phenomenal Physics with Mr. Fish.” *Appropriate for ages 10 and older
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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.
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Facts of Life alumni Kim Fields and Lisa Whelchel reunite on the small screen in For Better or For Worse. The heartwarming original romantic comedy focuses on love, relationships, and second chances. Catch it on The Hallmark Channel on July 19.
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The Earth is in danger and heroes are needed in Power Rangers Megaforce: Ultra Defenders. Featuring everyone’s favorite team of colorful rangers, the new release from Lionsgate Home Entertainment is available now on DVD, Digital HD, and video.
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Two tech-savvy sophmores create the perfect boyfriend in the Disney Channel original movie How to Build a Better Boy. But the two best friends learn how fast technology can take things from good to bad. The new family flick debuts on the Disney Channel July 18.
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Keep the kids happily occupied this summer with help from PopcornflixKids. The free movie-streaming app, available on iOS and Androids, provides hours of popular content such as Popeye, The Big Comfy Couch, and much more. Register your kids or find out more by paying a visit to www.popcornflixkids.com.
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Eisenhower Park provides the perfect backdrop for a wonderful day out with the kids during Children’s Day on July 27. The afternoon event for visitors of all ages includes rides, games, a performance of Beauty and the Beast on the lawn, and so much more! Eisenhower Park is located between Merrick and Stewart Avenues in East Meadow. For times and directions, call (516)572-0348 or visit www.nassaucountyny.gov.
The boardwalk comes alive with amazing sights and sounds when the Long Beach Boardwalk & Street Fair comes to town on July 19 and 20. The Long Beach Chamber of Commerce presents this day-long event that includes arts and crafts from local vendors, as well as games, rides, delicious foods, and more. The action takes place at Boardwalk Area 125, East Broadway, Long Beach. Questions? Call (516)442-6000.
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There’s something for everyon during Family Fun Day at the Long Island Museum of American Art, History & Carriages, 1200 Route 25A , Stony Brook. From 1pm to 4pm, visitors young and old are invited to enjoy an afternoon of children’s beach music by Funkytown Playground, the Magic of Amore, exhibits, refreshments and more. Find out more by contacting the museum at (631)751-0066 or www.longislandmuseum.org.
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Creating a nursery for a new baby can be a fun and exciting project for parents. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doit-yourself tools and resources for choosing colors and furnishings make it easy to create a beautiful room for your babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newborn stage and beyond.
Below, check out the colorful ideas that reflect the latest trends in childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rooms.
Be adventurous with color Painting with a fresh, new color is one of the easiest ways to transform any room. While pinks and blues are still popular, many parents are using more adventurous color combinations for walls and furnishings. For example, pair pink with elements in chocolate brown, black, mint or gray to create an unexpected color palette. The same goes for blue: Pair it with charcoal gray, soft greens, pale yellows, or natural beige tones to add sophistication and charm to a nursery. Avoid overly saturated primary colors like orange or red, as they can be overwhelming to a newborn baby. The best place to use these colors is in a playroom for stimulation. Whatever colors you choose, be sure to use a paint that will hold up over time and is easy to maintain. Sherwin-Williams Harmony Interior Paint, for instance, is a high-quality paint to use because of its washable finish and promotion of better indoor air quality by VOC elimination.
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Think beyond traditional yellows and greens. Consider a neutral color like gray for walls, paired with crisp, white furniture and accent pieces in other gender-neutral colors. parentguidenews.com
Natural materials and colors like soft wool and linen tones work wonderfully in a nursery. Aqua is another great color that bridges the gap between boy and girl bedrooms with the added benefit of being a tranquil and soothing color, perfect for a peaceful slumber.
Have fun with furniture Choosing furniture presents a great chance to save money in your nursery budget while adding character to your space. Find a gently used chest of drawers or nightstand, and paint it in a beautiful new color to create the perfect vintage piece for a nursery. Decorative items such as lampshades can also be painted with a whimsical design, adding a fun pop of color and pattern to a room. Look for vintage items on sites such as eBay, Craigslist and Etsy. Avoid overly expensive decorative items, which will not only help your budget, but also make it easier to change them out when you are ready for a new look. One piece you do want to invest in is a new crib, as the bed style is important in terms of safety, reliability, quality, and comfort. A convertible crib that can change into a full-size bed can also be a smart investment, so it can grow with the child.
Create a room that grows with the child With a little planning, a nursery design can last until a child is 4 or 5. You may want to update décor pieces as your child grows, but the colors can stay the same. For instance, when the child gets too big for the crib, simply update the bedding to be more toddler friendly. Another way to design a room that lasts is to avoid making it too babyish in the beginning. Add sophisticated touches when
you’re creating the new room. Instead of painting a storybook mural, opt for horizontal or vertical stripes that can be a transitional element as the child grows. Use natural materials, such as baskets for toys instead of a big red bucket, so you can add longevity to the room or eventually repurpose it as an adult space. The Sherwin-Williams Kids’ Collection allows families to personalize a bedroom to reflect their child’s current age and personality, yet still have the flexibility to adapt the space as the child grows. The colors in the collection complement a variety of designs to create fun, age-appropriate rooms that can be easily updated with new design themes over time.
Get inspired and visualize your design Sites such as Pinterest and Houzz can inspire you for the planning of your nursery. They offer content geared toward specific rooms in the home. In addition, there are several easy-to-use tools available that can help you visualize the new space. With Sherwin-Williams Color Visualizer at www.sherwinwilliams.com, you simply upload a photo of your room or choose an existing image, then drag and drop a color to virtually paint the scene. The tool offers an easy way to “try on” paint colors for a space. With these easy, d.i.y. tips and tools, along with a little imagination, you can create a beautiful nursery you’ll love for the beautiful baby you’ll love.
Jackie Jordan is the director of color marketing at Sherwin-Williams and has more than 23 years of experience in design, specification consulting, and color marketing.
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As an author, as well as an autism and literacy advocate, I’ve always felt reading is very important for those with and without disabilities. My husband and I are both writers, and literacy has played a huge role in shaping our lives. Around the time of our son Wills’ autism diagnosis, a neuropsychologist told us that Wills would never be able to read. We were devastated. But, with determination, the right motivation, and, most importantly, an outstanding team, today our son is literate! There were many things that helped Wills persevere, but none was more important than introducing an educational therapist into his daily routine. This incredible teacher convinced Wills and me that he was a smart and very good learner — he just took in information a little differently than his classmates. Figuring out how to present learning material to Wills so that he could process it was the key to his beginning to understand letters, numbers, scanning a sentence, and comprehending what he was seeing and hearing. It wasn’t always easy, but we overcame the adversity. Wills, now 16, is in a mainstream high school and reading books from the summer reading list just like his typical classmates. The following are nine tips that can help a child with autism learn to read, too:
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Keep believing. It may be hard, frustrating, and overwhelming at times, but keep believing! If someone tells me that Wills can’t do something, I take it as my cue to “question authority.” Children are endless miracles!
Read books with favorable topics. Choose books that include topics your child enjoys. If your child loves trains or dogs, incorporate those aspects of his life into the reading process.
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Re-read the same stories. Repetition can help your child learn language skills.
Involve the team. If you have a support team of educators and therapists, keep them in the loop, and work together to help your child read! They may also be able to shine new light on how reading can help with transitions, social skills, and more.
Make it fun! If you combine reading with cuddling, playtime, or other enjoyable activities, books become associated with fun time, as well as learning.
Associate words with pictures. Increase learning opportunities by labeling items throughout the house to identify objects. Create labels with both the word and a picture for the designated object.
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Include reading in the routine. Some children need or like to follow a routine. Why not incorporate reading into their schedule? This could include reading a book each night before bedtime.
Be mindful of time. If your child has a short attention span, start with reading shorter books.
Read aloud. Once your child is learning to read, encourage him to read aloud. First, have him listen to a story. Then, have him read aloud while scanning the text with his finger. Talk about the pictures. Reading aloud also helps with language development and listening skills.
Monica Holloway is the author of best-selling autism memoir Cowboy & Wills (Simon and Schuster). Visit her at www.monicaholloway.com. Share tips and experiences about autism-friendly schools and programs at www.facebook.com/cowboyandwills.
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Childhood Concussions Symptoms and recovery.
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hile the number of children and adolescents treated in hospital emergency rooms for sports- and recreation-related traumatic brain injuries, including concussions, has increased in the past 10 years, this isn’t necessarily bad news. More children are showing up at emergency rooms at least in part because parents, coaches, and pediatricians have become more aware of the dangers of concussion and more alert to its symptoms. The consequences of not taking concussion seriously have been in the news and the public has been paying attention. As a result, the macho custom of returning to the playing field after “having your bell rung” or “seeing stars” is no longer acceptable for athletes of any age. Yet more education is still needed, particularly in understanding the dangers of a concussion — and especially, repeated concussions — in children and adolescents. A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury in which a blow to the head or body causes the brain to be jarred or shaken inside the skull. While there are sometimes bruises or cuts on the head, there is more often no visible sign of injury, no loss of consciousness, and no structural damage to the brain. In the typical concussion, the damage to the brain is functional, meaning there is a temporary disturbance in the way the brain works. Concussions are diagnosed based on an understanding of the injury that occurred and the youngster’s symptoms. 28 I parentguide News I July 2014
Symptoms of Concussion The most common symptoms of a concussion are headache, confusion, and amnesia about the injury. If the blow to the head was mild, and the child is alert and responsive, the concussion is probably mild and a visit to the doctor within a day or so is appropriate. Symptoms that warrant immediate medical attention include repeated vomiting, loss of consciousness, lasting dizziness, a headache that gets worse over time, slurred speech, stumbling or loss of coordination, changes in vision, dilated pupils, and ringing in the ears. There are also symptoms that may not be immediately apparent, such as sleep disturbances, irritability or other personality changes, concentration and
memory problems, issues with taste and smell, and fatigue. Symptoms of a concussion are physical, emotional, and cognitive. The cognitive symptoms — problems with concentration, memory, and reaction time — can be assessed with neurocognitive testing, which is especially important in determining when the brain has completely healed and the child is ready to resume activities. Some young athletes undergo cognitive testing without having sustained an injury. The results are then used as a baseline for comparison should the youngster suffer a concussion. We know the brain has healed when the results of retesting match the baseline.
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Recovering from Concussion Children who sustain concussions usually recover after a week or two of rest and restricted activity. Rest must be both physical and mental. Activities that tax the brain, like schoolwork, technology use, parties, and loud music, should be restricted. As symptoms abate, the child can gradually resume normal activities. However, the child must not return to the playing field until all symptoms are gone and he has been cleared by a medical practitioner with experience managing concussions. Children and teenagers are more likely than adults to sustain a concussion and also take longer to recover. It is critical that their recovery be complete and medically approved before resuming sports activity to avoid second impact syndrome, a rare but serious condition, in which
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even a mild blow can be catastrophic if an earlier concussion hasn’t completely healed. While a child’s concussion seldom has longterm effects, we know that repeated concussions cause cumulative damage. And having a concussion increases the risk of having another. Ensuring the safety of youngsters and preventing concussions is of paramount importance. Parents, teachers, and coaches must demonstrate and enforce standards for good sportsmanship and proper technique while using protective equipment. Appropriate equipment must be used in the car, too, and precautions should be taken at home as well. We can’t protect our children from falls, bumps, and bruises, but we can take common-sense steps to reduce the risk of concussion.
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•The skull of a child is thin and provides less protection for sports that do not use head gear (e.g., soccer, baseball). •A child’s nervous system is constantly evolving (through age 24 in males and 20 in females). Consequently, the effects of a head injury on the developing brain are likely to interfere with neurodevelopmental processes. •Young patients are more prone to the “second impact syndrome” (SIS). This syndrome is believed to occur when a second concussion, even one of lesser severity to the first, re-injures the previously healing brain and results in death or devastating injury.
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elieve it or not, childhood is one of the highest risk periods for experiencing traumatic brain injury (TBI) from sports-related concussions, motor vehicle accidents, and falls. TBI is the leading cause of death and disability in children. There are at least 3.5 million new childhood TBI cases every year, and nearly 5.3 million Americans (2 percent of the population) are currently living with a TBI disability. The nearly 3,000 youth football leagues across the United States with approximately 600,000 players present just a small sampling of the kids that are at risk for TBI. This number does not include children who participate in soccer, lacrosse, baseball, and hockey. Fortunately, the majority of TBI in children is classified as “mild,” often termed a concussion. In this author’s opinion, however, the classification of “mild” can be misleading as the injury may lead to disabilities that are associated with a variety of longterm social, behavioral, and reasoning difficulties. Although most concussions resolve on their own within days to months, a small minority of patients will experience persistent symptoms.
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Make a Mini Uncle Sam to celebrate July 4
by Angeli Zankel
Spread the red, white, and blue cheer by creating Uncle Sam clothespin dolls with your family. (Parental supervision is required). The versatile pins can be use at a July 4 gathering to hold holiday banners, napkins, and place cards. Or, pop a doll on your cup in lieu of a paper umbrella. Once they’re no longer in use, the dolls can become age-appropriate kids’ toys at your discretion. Inviting Uncle Sam to the party is sure to make any tablescape look playful!
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Step 1 Mix white and red paint until you get a very light peachpink. Paint the ball area at the top of the pin to make it into Uncle Sam’s head. Dry the pin standing up on a flat surface.
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Step 2 Add pants to the pin by painting the “legs” white. Create a collar just below the head with the white paint, too. Next, add one drop of water into the red paint to thin it. Once the white pant legs are dry, apply vertical red stripes to them with a very fine brush. The lines don’t have to be perfect! After the striped pants are fully dry, paint on a blue coat for Uncle Sam to wear.
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Step 3 Mix a dab of red color with the peach-pink paint from
Step 5 Roll a thin piece of cotton with the palm of your hands to
step 1 to create a darker pink. Add two dots of this hue to Uncle Sam’s face to give him rosy cheeks. Complete the face by painting two black dots for eyes. Dress up the doll’s coat by adding a vertical row of yellow painted buttons to it.
make Uncle Sam’s beard. Apply it to the bottom of his chin with a dot of super glue. Hold it in place for about 10 seconds.
Step 4 To make a hat, cut a circle about the size of a quarter for
Step 6 Glue the excess beard to the left and right sides of the
the base and a rectangle for the top part. Roll the rectangle into a tube, sealing it from the inside with the double-sided tape. Attach the top tube to the bottom base with super glue, then allow it to dry.
doll’s head. Wait about a minute, then add Uncle Sam’s hat on top of his head with glue. Hold on the hat for another minute, and enjoy! Repeat steps 1-6 to create as many pin dolls as you like.
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Storytelling The perfect cure for the boredom blues.
by Thomas Weck
The next time you hear, “I’m bored!” ringing in your ears, try something different. Instead of simply reading to your children from the books on their shelf, why not come up with your own story? Storytelling is a time-honored tradition, handed down from generation to generation. When you create stories with your kids, you make memories as palpable as any beloved family photo album. To get started in creating your family storytelling memories, keep these tips in mind: 1. Do not be intimidated. Anything you have to share is going to be interesting to your children. 2. Use what is important to you. If you are super clean, for example, create a character who learns the hard way why cleaning up is important. 3. Use humor. Goofy = happy children. 4. Create catchy character names. Catchy names make the story come alive and easily remembered.
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Another way to create terrific tales is to let the story unravel by having your family add the content along with you. Simply start a story much like the old children’s game “Whisper Down the Lane.” Describe a funny scene using material that is obvious to you. Let each family member add to the story and take it over for a while. Each person gets a chance to embellish upon the tale until finally it is complete. Enjoy as you witness the creative juices flowing. After you get to the end of the story, see if anyone can repeat the story back. Does the story change? Try the story again using these changes to see if they become permanent.
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One of the hardest tasks in creating any story is coming up with its beginning. Below are some ideas for story starters to get you on your story-telling way: 1. Is a holiday coming up? Make your story a holiday tale. 2. Put a twist on a famous fairy tale. If the writers of Shrek and Enchanted can do it, you can, too! 3. Use a topic from the news: Try a young hero story, for example.
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4. A famous writing instructor once said, “Write what you know;” in this case, “Tell what you know.”
Use what interests you: a football story, a story about your favorite animal, etc. 5. Tell a story loosely based on a relative whom your children may have never met. This provides a wonderful way to teach them about someone special. No matter on what you decide to base your story or how you choose to create it, remember that by telling it, you are sharing time with your children and revealing a different part of yourself. Enjoy making your very own story-telling memories!
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Early
by Elizabeth McCrea, Ph.D, CCC-SLP
The key to childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s literacy. he development of communication skills begins in infancy, long before a child speaks her first word. In the first year of life, how a baby responds to sound, makes gestures, babbles, and mimics sounds often indicates her future social and emotional development, as well as literacy and academic success. It is critical that parents encourage language development early in life. They should also pay close attention to whether their child is reaching expected milestones, noting any potential delays. By doing so, parents can play an important role in addressing an emerging speech or language disorder. Through early intervention, they can help prevent later social and academic difficulties.
ocial and emotional development
Early speech and language development are closely tied to positive social and emotional development. Children who struggle to communicate may also have trouble connecting with family and peers. They may become hesitant or self-conscious, which can lead to social or emotional withdrawal. At school, they can be targets for bullying and become further discouraged about interactions with peers.
iteracy and academic success
During early speech and language development, children acquire skills that are critical to literacy and future academic success. In fact, spoken language provides the foundation for reading and writing. Children also appreciate books, learn the alphabet, and scribble on paper long before they can read â&#x20AC;&#x201D; key steps toward the skill of reading. Children who begin elementary school with poor language skills are much more likely to have problems developing literacy skills than those with stronger verbal abilities.
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During everyday interaction, parents can play an integral role in developing their childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s speech and language skills. Exposing children to a lot of conversation, reacting to sounds they make, narrating activities, and singing and reading to kids are great ways to build these skills. Here are some specific things parents can do to encourage language and literacy as recommended by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA):
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•Repeat sounds, like “dada” and “baba,” that your child makes. Build on these sounds and words. •Teach your baby to imitate actions, such as peekaboo, clapping, blowing kisses, and waving bye-bye. These activities teach the turn taking required for conversation. •Practice counting. Count toes and fingers or steps as you go up and down them. •Expand on words. For example, if your child says, “car,” you respond by saying, “You’re right! That is a big red car.” •Read picture books with sounds and rhymes. •Read your child’s favorite books over and over again. •Teach new words during special times like holidays or visits to places like the zoo. •Give your child crayons, markers, and paper for scribbling and drawing.
or children ages 3-5 years
•Follow your child’s directions as she explains how to do something. •Look at family pictures, and have your child explain what is happening in each one. •Alert your child to the printed words that are all around you: on street signs, cereal boxes, etc. •Go to the library and help your child pick out books. •Read different types of books like fairy tales, nursery rhymes, alphabet books, picture books, and poems. •Ask your child questions about what you just read or to predict what will happen next as you read a story. •Write your child’s name on pictures and drawings. Say the letters and the sounds they make out loud.
igns of a potential communication disorder
It is critical for parents to be attuned to the early signs of a potential speech or language problem, as early intervention can prevent a problem from occurring or diminish its effects. Some signs of speech and language disorders include when the child: •does not respond to or follow sound (infancy and older). •does not interact socially (infancy and older). •does not follow or understand what you say (starting at 1 year). •says only a few sounds, words, or gestures (18 months to 2 years). •does not combine words (starting at 2 years). •struggles to say sounds or words (3 to 4 years).
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inding help Early identification and treatment of a child’s speech and language problems can reduce the chances they will persist or worsen. Such intervention can help children be more successful with reading, writing, schoolwork, and interpersonal relationships. If you are concerned about your child’s speech and language skills, learn more about the signs of communication disorders from ASHA’s Identify the Signs campaign at www.identifythesigns.org. If your child shows any of these signs, seek an evaluation from a certified speech-language pathologist. A searchable database of speech-language pathologists in your area is available on the site. Treatment is also available for children through early intervention programs. You can find a program in your state at www.ectacenter.org/contact/ptccoord.asp.
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1) Stop wasting time at work. More hours at work don’t always make us more productive. Think about a typical day in the office. You arrive, fire up your computer, and answer e-mails. Then, maybe you wander down the hall to the coffee machine and leisurely pour yourself a cup. You run into your friends and discuss last night’s TV lineup. You wander back to your office, start a task, and get interrupted by a member of your team. And on it goes. By the time you leave at 7pm, you might have had only five to six productive hours. Do you ever wonder if there’s a better way? We live in a society where the number of hours we spend at work can be a barometer for our self-worth. Because we spend 12 hours per day at work, we think we must be valuable. This reasoning is dangerous and illogical. It is not a crime to do things efficiently; if you can get the same result in eight hours versus 10 and spend two more hours with your family, do it! To get more done in less time, use the One Less Thing Principle. For every work activity, ask yourself: • Can this activity be focused so less time is spent completing it? • Can this activity be delegated to another person or group? • Can this activity be stopped? 44 I parentguide News I July 2014
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2) Harness the power of power breaks. Just like Sara discovered, being tethered to your e-mail 24/7 isn’t a good idea. One study examined the effect of uninterrupted work on our ability to focus. The researchers asked two groups of students to complete a 40-minute task that required concentration. One group simply completed the task. The other group was asked to stop the task and memorize a set of numbers at three points while they completed it. The results were striking. Even though the second group spent less time on the task, they performed better. Viewing the numbers served as a “power break,” which let them briefly turn their attention from the task to something else. Similarly, power breaks from work help us perform better. Certainly, it’s not easy to take a three-week vacation and lock your phone in the hotel safe. But at a minimum, carve out evenings and weekends to escape your “technology tether.” Perhaps you can’t unplug every evening, then aim for three evenings per week. If you have to work on a Saturday, don’t work on Sunday. Find what is best for you.
3) Get moving. There’s a great deal of evidence that exercise reduces stress. In particular, high-intensity workouts have proven effective in reducing anxiety. And recent research suggests that exercise actually decreases work-family conflict. In a study of 476 workers, Russell Clayton and his colleagues found that people who exercised regularly had less conflict between work and home. Why? They argue that exercise can be a powerful way to “psychologically detach from work.” So, it will pay off to keep your New Year’s resolution to exercise more. Not only will you look better in your jeans, but also you’ll have a more balanced life!
Dr. Tasha Eurich is an organizational psychologist, speaker, and New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of Bankable Leadership: Happy People, Bottom Line Results, and the Power to Deliver Both (Greenleaf Book Group Press). As a proud leadership geek, Dr. T. pairs her scientific grounding in human behavior with a practical approach to solving leadership challenges. Her 10-plus year career in the Fortune 500 world has included roles as an external consultant and a direct report to C.E.O.s and human resources executives. To connect with Dr. Eurich, visit Linkedin.com and www.bankableleadership.com. parentguidenews.com
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July 2: Music and Movement, Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City, (516)224-5800, www.licm.org. Drop in for a musical morning that gets little bodies moving. Pick up a musical instrument and add your voice to the sing along songs section. Presented again on July 9. 11:30-12:30pm.
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tion, 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage, (516)572-8400. Take part in a re-creation of a Long Island July 4th celebration in 1861, at the beginning of the Civil War. Festivities will include a National Patriotic Picnic, band concerts and fiddle music, children’s games, rifled muskets firings and patriotic parade and ceremony. July 5: Arts in the Plaza, Long Beach Kennedy Plaza, 1 West Chester Street, Long Beach, www.artsintheplaza.com. Spend your Saturdays in a welcoming, comfortable, and creative place during this spring and summer long program that includes live music, cultural performances, farmer’s market and more. Runs Saturdays through October 25. 10am-4pm. July 5 and 6: Oceanside Summer Festival, Schoohouse Green, Foxhurst Road. Oceanside, (631)724-5966. Celebrate the summer season in a day filled with delicious food, vendors, arts and crafts, antiques and collectibles, gift items, and more.Presented again on August 9 and 10. 11am-6pm. July 8: Children’s Summer at Garvies Point, Garvies Point Museum & Preserve, 50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove, (516)571-8010, 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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July 10 - 17 July 10: Thursday Movie Series, The Lakeside Theatre at Eisenhower Park, Merrick Ave. and Park Boulevard, East Meadow, (516)572-0396. Eisenhower Park welcomes families to enjoy a delightful outdoor film every week throughout the summer. Features include Cloudy wuth a Chance of Meatballs, Despicable Me, and The Wizard of Oz. 7:30pm. Films run through August 28. July 13: Sunday Monthly Tours, Mill Neck Manor House, 40 Frost Mill Road, Mill Neck, (516)628-4243. Experience the grandeur of this spectacular Tudor Rivival mansion at a docent-led, 90 minute tour, fol-
July 1-August 31: Alice’s Wonderland Alice’s Wonderland - A Most Curious Adventure, Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City, (516)224-5800, www. licm.org. Journey down the rabbit hole with Wonderland, an awardwinning traveling exhibit based on Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Open daily through August 31.
August 2 and 3: Massapequa Street Fair The Massapequa Park Street Fair, Park Boulevard & Front Street, Massapequa Park, (631)724-5966, www. showtiques.com. Treat your family to a day of fun in the sun that includes arts, crafts, food, sidewalk sales, and much more.
July 2-July 19: Mary Poppins Mary Poppins, The Gateway Playhouse, 71 E. Main St., Patchogue, (631)286-1133, www.gatewayplayhouse.com. One of Disney’s most beloved films comes to life on stage in an amazing show for the whole family! Performances run through July 19.
July 3-August 1: Carriage Rides Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Stony Brook Village Center, 111 Main St., (631)751-2244, www.stonybrookvillage.com. Depart from the Inner Court at the Stony Brook Village Center, and enjoy a leisurely ride in an old-fashioned horse drawn carriage. Available through August 1. 6pm-dusk.
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July 2: 101 Dalmations, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst, (631)226-8400, www.broadhollow.org. Dalmatian parents Pongo and Perdita happily raise their dalmatian puppies, until the monstrous Cruella De Vil plots to steal them for her new fur coat! 11am.
July 2-July 19: Mary Poppins Mary Poppins, The Gateway Playhouse, 71 E. Main St., Patchogue, (631)286-1133, www.gatewayplayhouse.com. One of Disney’s most beloved films comes to life on stage in an amazing show for the whole family! Performances run through July 19.
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July 3: Yoga at the Farm, Sang Lee Farms, Inc., 25180 CR 48, Peconic, (631)734-7001. Feel1: inspired and refreshed with yoga teacher, July 3-August Carriage Rides Carolyn and fresh organic veggie juice from Sang Lee Kitchen. Reservations preferred. Runs Thursdays and Saturdays through SeptemHorse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Stony Brook Village Center, ber111 27. Main St., (631)751-2244, www.stonybrookvillage.com.
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July 3: Sandcastle Contest, Hither Hills State Park, 164 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk, (631)668-2554. Sculptors may use sand, water, and any other natural materials native to the beach to come up with their own amazing creation. Thursdays through August 28. 9:30-10:30am.
July 4: Stars Over Montauk - Fireworks at Umbrella Beach, Montauk, (631)668-2428, www.montaukchamber.com. Get into the spirit of the holiday as an amazing fireworks display lights the night sky over Umbrella Beach. 9pm.
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some days just can’t be helped. Presented again on July 6, 12, and 13. July 6: Southampton Firecracker 8k Race, Southampton Chamber of Commerce, Agawam Park, Southampton, (631)283-0402, www.southamptonchamber.com. Family members of all ages are invited to lace up their running shoes and take part in this annual event. 8am. July 6: Summer Sprinkler Dance Party, Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum, 301 Main Street Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor, (631)3673418, www.cshwhalingmuseum.org. This outdoor afternoon event features music and dancing with DJ Mike, as well as face painting, ice pops, craft stations throughout the museum, and more. 12-3pm.
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July 12: Antique and Classic Boat Show, The Long Island Maritime Museum, 88 West Ave., West Sayville, (631)HISTORY, www.limaritime.org. The museum welcomes visitors of all ages to drop in and explore a wide variety of eye-catching antique and classic boats. July 12: Cats, The BayWay Arts Centre, 265 East Main St., East Islip, (631)581-2700, www.broadhollow.org. One of the longest running shows in Broadway history comes to life on stage in one amazing musical production. Performances run through July 27. July 15-19: Annual Fireman’s Fair, Huntington Manor Fire Dept., Stimson School Oakwood Road, Huntington, (631)427-1644. Huntington Manor’s Fire Department presents its annual fundraising event, offering five days of fun for visitors of all ages.
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July 19: Vanderbilt Clam Bake, Vanderbilt Museum & Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, (631)854-5579, www. vanderbiltmuseum.org. Celebrate the summer season during an evening program that features a large menu of seafood and other favorites, as well as music, dancing, and more. 6-10pm.
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July 6: Sunday Concerts Presents The Traditions, Central Library, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, (718)990-0778, www. queenslibrary.org. Long Island’s favorite a cappella group performs popular tunes of the 50s and 60s. 3pm. parentguidenews.com
July 8 - 14 July 8: SummerStage Kids Presents: Puppetmobile, Rufus King Park, 153rd Street at Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, www.nycgovparks. org/parks/rufuskingpark. The return of its popular PuppetMobile production, Little Red’s Hood is back with an updated with a modern sensibility that will appeal to kids. The production features a dozen, hand-made marionettes crafted by the expert puppeteers from the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre. 10:30-11:30am. July 9: The Wizard of Oz, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, 111th Street parking Lot, www.nycgovparks.org/parks/fmcp/. Enjoy a night watching one of the old time great films from 1939. 7-10pm.
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After S cho Progra ol ms Monda y, T ues day & Thur sday • A proven system celebrating 100 years of practice, research and worldwide recognition • Fully affiliated with the American Montessori Society since 1998 • Our fully equipped spacious classrooms offer the most enriched curriculum available for 18 months - 6 years • Early drop-off / extended day available
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