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Art Directors Margaret Baldauf, Susanne Kimball, Ilana Rispoli Director of Web Development Kristen Jankowski

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Accounting Teresa Pinargote

Insight on your options.

Contributing Writers Princess Ivana Pignatelli Aragona Cortes; M. Maitland DeLand, M.D.; Jennifer Denza; Erica L. Fener, Ph.D.; Heather Porter; Patricia A. Prelock, Ph.D.; Kara Mayer Robinson; Julie Steiner

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Letter from the Editor While it’s easy to get caught up in the stress that life may bring, it’s important to take the time to reflect on what makes you grateful. This month, thoughts of family, friends, and thanks abound. I’m thankful every day for the wonderful people in my life, and I strive to never take them for granted. Recently, I discovered that my “extended family,� my dear group of friends, will be expanding around springtime with the addition of quite a few babies. I’m thankful for the happiness this adventure brings them, too! This year, a special and rare event brings Hanukkah and Thanksgiving to a meeting point. As menorah candles are lit in remembrance of a time long ago for which thanks are still given, families also gather to celebrate and express gratitude during Thanksgiving. PARENTGUIDE News is particularly thankful for its readers, and to show our appreciation, we’re giving you the chance to win the items featured in our gift guide for parents. Turn to “Gift Checklist� for details on how to enter. You’re also invited to participate in the “Smiling Faces Photo Contest� and our many Facebook contests at www.facebook.com/parentguidenews for even more chances to win fantastic prizes.

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Perhaps the issue’s greatest gift is our Birthday Directory. It’s filled with tons of party places and entertainers to ensure your child’s next gathering is a hit! To help you embellish your party plans, check out “Let’s Get Digital� by Julie Steiner. The article offers quick tech tips for creating a celebration in a cinch. In “Keys to Communication,� Patricia A. Prelock, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, alerts parents to signs that may indicate a disorder for children who have trouble communicating. Among the concerns are speech-language, hearing, medical, and developmental disorders. Learn how you can help with advice from Prelock, who is also the 2013 president of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Whether you’ve got vacation time for this month’s holidays or in December, you may want to consider a European journey. Author Kara Mayer Robinson serves as your personal tour guide in “Family-Friendly France� and will have your brood saying, “Bonjour!� to the beautiful country in no time. Save some time to swing by The Sandbox Social blog, too, and read posts on topics ranging from heavy to humorous.

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Holidays with Hallmark

Hallmark Channel’s Countdown to Christmas is back and bigger than ever with more than 1,200 hours of holiday-theme programming. Beginning November 2, families can gather together to enjoy original holiday creations such as Snow Bride, A Very Merry Mix-up, Window Wonderland, Fir Crazy, Let it Snow, and The Christmas Spirit. Check your local listings for times.

What’s Cookin’?

Just in time for the holidays, The Manischewitz® Recipe & Holiday Guide App contains kosher recipes that are perfect for Jewish holidays and everyday! Notable chefs, cookbook authors, and home cooks submitted hundreds of recipes that cover everything from holidays and Shabbat to side dishes and desserts. The innovative App is ready for download to all Apple® and Android™ Devices.

Even More Thor

The adventures of Earth’s mightiest Avenger continue in Marvel’s Thor: The Dark World. In the aftermath of Marvel’s smash hit The Avengers, Thor battles an ancient race to save the world and restore order across the cosmos. Don’t miss out on all of the action when Thor: The Dark World arrives in theaters on November 8.

Choose from more than 100 of your favorite heroes and villains in LEGO: Marvel Super Heroes. Fly through the air, save the day, or leave a path of destruction while playing as Iron Man, TheHulk,Wolverine,CaptainAmerica and others in the Marvel Universe. Rated E for Everyone, Lego: Marvel Super Heroes is available for the XBOX 360, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS, and Playstation 3 game systems.

Super Buddies

The fur is sure to fly when a new breed of super hero is born in Disney’s fun-filled, epic adventure, Super Buddies. Filled with laughter, action, and delightful characters, the DVD release takes you along for the ride as five canine buddies discover mysterious rings that give them each a unique super power. Pick up your copy in stores and online today.

Pocket-Size Perfection

Puppy in My Pocket: Adventures in Pocketville, is an adorable, new, animated DVD based on the popular series of pocket-size pet toys. Entertainment One invites families to travel to Pocketville, where beautiful kitty Princess Ava matches lucky children looking for a friend with new pets! Copies are available in stores now.

Luigi Goes Solo

Let it Snow

When the kingdom of Arendelle is cast into eternal winter by the powerful Snow Queen Elsa, it’s up to her sprightly sister Anna to save the day in The Snow Queen. The latest animated release from Pixar Studios follows Anna as she teams up with a mountaineer named Kristoff and his trusty reindeer Sven to break the icy spell. The Snow Queen opens in theaters nationwide on November 27.

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Domo, the fuzzy character that has become an international icon, leaps into the App Store for his latest, high-flying adventure. Domo Jump from Konami and Kung Fu Factory allows players to collect gems, diamonds and more as they advance from level to level. Domo Jump is available free for all IOS devices.

With Mario nowhere to be found, Luigi takes center stage in his first starring role in New Super Luigi U! The Nintendo release offers a variety of fun features for players of all ages as they travel across 80 uniquely created courses. Super Luigi U is available now for the Nintendo Wii game system.

Family Fiesta

Mister G, a Parents’Choice Gold Awardwinning artist, proudly presents ABC Fiesta. Offering the perfect way to introduce your little ones to a second language, the irresistible, literacythemed CD includes a collection of original songs celebrating Mister G’s first loves, music, and reading. For more information or to order your copy, visit www.mistergsongs.com/shop. Donald McDermott is the managing editor.

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by Donald McDermott

A Tasty Treat

Get a whiff of the holiday spirit in the air this month when Buddy Valastro, The Cake Boss, pays a special visit to the NYCB Theatre at Westbury. Everyone’s favorite celebrity chef puts together an unforgettable stage show for children and adults who enjoy sweets, stories, and entertainment. The NYCB Theatre at Westbury is located at 960 Brush Hollow Road in Westbury. Contact the theater at (516)334-0800 or visit www.westburymusicfair.org for tickets.

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Discover an array of great bargains just in time for your holiday shopping during the C&L Craft Fair on November 15 and 16. Featuring an endless array of handmade items, the fair is open 3-8pm on Saturday and 10am-5pm on Sunday at the Port Jefferson Elks Lodge, 1141 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station. Find out more by placing a call to (631)327-1140.

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Take a walk on the wild side when Jungle Bob pays a special visit to the Quogue Wildlife Refuge on November 5. Visitors have a chance to explore the wonders of nature as Jungle Bob introduces everything from snakes, lizards, and tarantulas to crocodiles and turtles. The 2pm show is held at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge, 3 Old Country Road, Quogue. Reservations are required and a donation is recommended. Find out more by calling (631)653-4771.

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Moms and dads who need a break after a long week can find just what they need in the 6th Annual Fish and Sips program at the Long Island Aquarium and Exhibition Center on November 15. The evening event includes hors d’ oeuvres, live music, amazing giveaways, and representatives from more than 20 local wineries. The Long Island Aquarium is located at 431 E. Main St. in Riverhead. To reserve your spot or to find out more, contact the aquarium at (631)208-9200.

Autumn Action

The grounds of Stony Brook University come alive with amazing sights and sounds during the Autumn Arts and Crafts Festival. Open to all ages on November 16 and 17, 10am-5pm, the 18th Annual event welcomes more than 150 craftsmen and artisans from all across the country. Choose from an array of fine jewelry, artwork, gourmet foods, stained glass, pottery, unique home accents and much, much more. Call (631)563-8551 or visit www.preferredpromotions.com for details.

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Christmas is right around the corner. Get into the spirt of the season by attending the Santa Parade on November 30! Presented by the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, this unforgettable annual event starts at the Port Jefferson Rail Road Station, ends at the bottom of the hill at the Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, and includes a visit from Santa Claus himself. Admission is free. For more information, call (631)473-1414 or go to www.portjeffchamber.com.

Family Favorites Lights 419 Park Avenue South, 13th Floor, New York,Light NY 10016 •the 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-7734 The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., The Lighthouse Committee of the Northport, celebrates the holidays by presentMontauk Historical Society is proud to: FAx # ing two, delightful shows for family audito announce the official lighting of ences. The holiday fun begins on November the Montauk lighthouse to kick off iSSue DAte: 21 with aFrom: musical adaptation of the classic the holiday season. The festivities Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. Then, beare held on November 30 at the Monginning December 2, Frosty tells the story of Point Lighthouse Museum, Please call or fax yourtauk comments and/or oK. 2000 the lovable snowman that has been warming Montauk Highway, Montauk. Hold a to hearts of children and adults alike for more spot for your family or find out more SigNAture oF APProvAl: or go to than 50 years. Call (631)261-2900 by calling (631)668-2544 or by going www.engemantheater.com for times, prices, to www.montauklighthouse.com. and more information.

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Preschool Insight on your options. As an education director of a private preschool in Manhattan, I lead year-round tours for families. I’m often asked by parents as to what sets our school apart from the many others in our area — one of the essential pieces of information you should also obtain when choosing a preschool for your child. There are likely many thriving and nurturing preschools in your area. In your research, you’ll find options ranging from small private schools, Head Start programs, and nonprofits to large schools, which offer programs for 2, 3, and 4 year olds. Each preschool has its own unique personality and philosophy to meet differing family needs. I often advise parents to tour a handful of preschools when deciding what is important to their family unit. When browsing, consider where your child will be most likely to thrive and make social connections. Take note as to where you feel that instant sense of comfort, intimacy, and security. Other considerations to make could revolve around faculty size, extracurricular activities, availability of extended hours, and program philosophies. The National Association for the Education of Young Children has additional tips for questions to ask and observations to make when touring at www.naeyc.org. It educates parents about the features of accredited schools, and even if you’re not considering one, the website contains invaluable information about the preschool selection process. Considering a small preschool has its benefits. There is a sense of family among staff, parents, and the children that is undeniable. Feelings of true caring and loving relationships are fostered during school events, trips, and meetings. Getting to know each parent, grandparent, cousin, aunt, and uncle enables the school community to become part of an extended family. Staff members at small preschools have the ability to notice how even minor changes may affect a child or a family. They have the opportunity to collaborate with parents on important decisions and take caregivers’ feelings into account. Teachers can also learn about the individual child and cater to his particular learning style and interests. Regardless of school size, it’s important for educators to honor each child as if he were their own to cherish. I am extremely grateful to personally be a part of a smaller preschool community where I walk into a room and each child knows me by my first name. Hearing “Ms. Jennifer” being called brings a warmth to my heart that wakes up my daily passion for early childhood education. I hope all parents find a “gem” during their search for a preschool and have the opportunity to obtain the happiness I’ve experienced when working with a wonderful school. Jennifer Denza is the co-owner and director of The Kid’s Korner Preschool in Manhattan, NY. She has been an educator and director for 22 years. Denza is also mom to two boys and lives with her family in Rockland, NY. Learn more about The Kid’s Corner Preschool at www.thekidskornerpreschool.com. 12 I parentguide News I November 2013

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o you think your child exhibits language impairments and developmental delays? If so, it’s important to intervene early. Early intervention for children with language impairments and developmental delays may make the difference between having an impairment that is mild – or perhaps even nonexistent after interventions – to having one that causes difficulty throughout his or her life.

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What should you do if you think your child has language impairments and developmental delays? Have your child evaluated as early as possible.

If you think your child exhibits delays compared to other children his or her age, arrange for a professional evaluation as soon as possible. Small children generally overcome developmental or speech delays with early intervention much more easily than older children, so it’s imperative that you get help as early as possible.

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Determine other causes for speech or language delay.

The specialist who evaluates your child determines whether other causes for language impairments or development delays may be present. These may include intellectual disabilities, hearing loss that cannot be corrected with surgery or other interventions, auditory processing disorders (whereby children have a problem decoding speech sounds), autism, speech apraxia, and so forth. Once the cause(s) of the child’s speech/ language/developmental difficulties are diagnosed, a proper therapeutic course to correct them may be established and carried out.

Address any physical deterrents to proper speech and language as soon as possible.

If your child’s hearing is impaired but correctable, take care of this as soon as possible. For example, if your child has a hearing difficulty that experts say is fixable with surgery, such as placing tubes in the ears to ensure fluid drainage, then have procedure done as soon as you can. If your child can’t properly hear, he can’t properly develop language; early surgical or other intervention that restores hearing encourages language development on a normal trajectory.

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If your child has a cleft palate, or other facial structural abnormality that makes speech difficult, your doctor will probably recommend correction shortly after birth. If your child cannot physically create proper speech, even though he may be perfectly “normal” in every other way, no amount of standard speech therapy will help. Correcting physical difficulties as early as possible ensures that you’re making a difference for your child. parentguidenews.com

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Depending on your child’s impairment, professionals will suggest programs to follow at home. They will also show you how to interact with your child so that speech is something with which he’s “forced” to engage. Parents often unwittingly “help” their children by letting them use noises or signals instead of actual speech to communicate wants and needs. Assisting children with language impairments and developmental delays is not easy, but coddling or otherwise enabling your child’s unwillingness to challenge himself is certainly ill advised.

To make the most difference in your child’s life, make sure therapy and other interventions occur as early as possible. Young brains are malleable brains, and children who receive the proper intervention right away experience much less difficulty later in life – and may even completely recover depending on the disorder – as compared to older children.

For additional reading on this topic, visit http://www.parentguidenews.com/ Authors/EricaLFenerPhD. It’s important to note that your child should not be “punished” for speaking incorrectly. Instead, ask your child’s speech therapist or other professional to show you how to model correct speech around your child, and then entice him to respond appropriately. Similarly, playing games, singing songs, and reading books are all fun ways to develop language without making it seem like work. As a parent, it all falls to you, but the therapies you follow don’t have to be “necessary evils.” Instead, they can be fun ways to develop methods that fully engage your child and make him want to speak and communicate with others more effectively.

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information and resources for identifying and getting help with communication disorders. Here are just some of the helpful tips available at www.identifythesigns.org.

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A variety of conditions fall under the umbrella of “communication disorders.� Categories include:

Speech/Language Disorders

When a child has trouble understanding others (receptive language), or completely sharing thoughts, ideas, and feelings (expressive language), then she has a language disorder. When a child is unable to correctly or fluently produce speech sounds, or has problems with her voice, then she has a speech disorder. Speech and language disorders include stuttering, selective mutism (inability to speak in certain situations), and childhood apraxia of speech (a motor speech disorder where the brain has difficulty coordinating the muscle movements necessary to speak).

Hearing Loss

Different types of hearing loss and degrees of severity exist. Hearing loss can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired. One common

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illness in children that involves inflammation in the middle ear (usually associated with fluid buildup) is called otitis media, and it can result in hearing loss. This hearing loss can be permanent. Otitis media is the most frequently diagnosed disease in infants and young children; 75 percent of young children will experience at least one episode of it by their third birthday. The more frequent the episodes, the more likely permanent hearing damage will occur.

Medical/Developmental Disorders

Autism is in large part characterized by problems with communication and social skills. Other medical or developmental conditions that may result in communication problems include attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and traumatic brain injury.

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Juvenile Diabetes Facing your child’s diagnosis as a family.

By M. Maitland DeLand, M.D.

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ach year, more than 15,000 children are diagnosed with juvenile (Type 1) diabetes, and November is recognized as an awareness month for this condition in the United States. With juvenile diabetes, the pancreatic islet cells that make insulin are destroyed by the immune system; no insulin is made by the pancreas internally and must be administered externally. All parents should be aware of the warning signs that accompany Type 1 diabetes. A major change in disposition, energy level, or appearance should always be a cause for concern. Other symptoms can include: • Extreme thirst and frequent urination • Difficulty concentrating or holding attention • Drowsiness or lethargy • Increased appetite • Sudden weight loss • Sudden vision changes • Sugar in the urine • Fruity odor on the breath • Heavy or labored breathing • Stupor or unconsciousness If your child exhibits some or all of these symptoms, go to a physician immediately. The doctor may perform a random blood sugar test or a glycated hemoglobin (A1C) test, which determines blood sugar average throughout two or three months. If these result in a positive diagnosis, you should consult with your pediatrician and your endocrinologist. You should also take the time to prepare a thoughtful, compassionate discussion with your child about his diagnosis. Your response will serve as a guideline for how your child will react. Calmly provide all the information you can. Reinforce the facts and guidelines discussed by your physician. All caregivers and family members should provide a uniform message and instructions. Emphasize the positive while maintaining the serious nature of the situation. Because there is no cure for Type 1 diabetes, you should focus on the treatments that are available. Insulin is not a cure, but it does help manage the disease. Your child might be afraid that he will be unable to play or go to school, so help him to understand that the insulin will help with living a normal life. Have a family member demonstrate an example of taking medicine as part of a daily routine (like grandpa and his blood pressure pills) to de-stigmatize this new responsibility. It may be a shift for your family to start regularly eating healthy foods, but the importance of a nutritious diet for your child cannot be understated. Instill the value of healthy eating right at the onset of diagnosis. your needs, your neighborhood

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Encouraging the entire family to practice healthy eating habits will prevent your child from feeling left out or viewing healthy food as a punishment. Counting carbohydrates (sugars, starches) to determine proper insulin dosages can become a game. (For example, ask your child, “How many carbohydrates are in one half-cup of mashed potatoes? Fifteen? You’re right!”) Encourage your child to learn carbohydrate counts with you. Look at the labels of snacks and other foods and remember portions. It may not be an easy habit to pick up, but it’s imperative for your child with juvenile diabetes, and it will benefit the whole family. Regular exercise is also important and a natural way to help regulate diabetes. If your family time is usually spent in front of the TV, switch to playing outside. Family bike rides, active games, or simple walks around the neighborhood will make everyone healthier, help relieve stress, and provide a new way to bond. You want your child to view a commitment to diet and exercise as positive asset, not a consequence of being sick. Monitoring blood sugar is often the hardest adjustment for a child. Again, positioning it as a game (“Let’s see what your glucose number is!”) instead of a burden may make it easier in the beginning. Spend as much time as it takes for your child to feel comfortable doing the finger prick to test her sugar levels. You might even have every family member perform a test to show your child that your family is “in this” together. Finally, educate your child on the signs of low blood sugar, such as shaking, sweatiness, hunger, weakness, being lightheaded, headaches, fatigue, blurred vision, or rapid heart rate. When these symptoms occur, your child should drink fruit juice or another source of sugar and retest her blood sugar in 15 minutes, repeating this process until the reading is normal. Make sure your child is always prepared by carrying a source of fast-acting sugar at all times, as well as a glucagon emergency kit. Facing juvenile diabetes is all about preparation and education. As both a doctor and mother, I have learned that children have a natural curiosity and a resilience that often surprises adults. With support and the tips above, living with juvenile diabetes can be manageable for you, your child, and your entire family.

M. Maitland DeLand, M.D., is a radiation oncologist, children’s author, and the chairman of the Health Education Authority of Louisiana. In her book The Great Katie Kate Discusses Diabetes (Greenleaf Book Group Press), Dr. Maitland DeLand helps young readers understand the diabetes diagnosis and treatment. November 2013 I parentguide News I 21

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The holiday season is just gearing up. With school, work, and juggling the family schedule, it can be hard for parents to find the time or extra help to creatively plan a birthday party. So, in a world where digital tools can aid in a time crunch, the best thing to do is take your planning online. Here are some great tech tips to help you make the most of party-planning activities.

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Some parents can’t find a moment to get into planning mode with kids at play in the background. In these times, enlist their help! Let your child become the main planner for his birthday bash. Discover fun ways to send guests visual invitations online. With so many interactive, digital invitations to customize through an array of companies, like PercyVites, Evite, Paperless Post and more, it’s easy to get your child involved in the planning process. He can choose from any number of invitation designs, whether they include cartoons, are interactive, or showcase personal photos. Inviting partygoers via the Web also ensures you don’t have to make any return trips to the post office if you accidentally leave someone off the guest list. Plus, keeping track of responses is a breeze thanks to built-in programs at many invite sites. Still a traditionalist at heart? Use a site like Zazzle.com or Snapfish.com to put together and print creative cards. Pick a pre-made graphic or upload pics of the birthday child.

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Even when we’re super busy, we always find some time to surf the Net, so make sites like Pinterest.com work for you! This DIY haven has tons of ideas for party games and activities. View thousands of ideas for whipping up simple and affordable decorations, must-have menu items, and take-home treats. With Pinterest, you can also keep track of the party ideas and resources you like on a virtual inspiration “board.” Once you’re ready to pull everything together, you’ll have quick access to your digital concept kit. Worry no more about where you last saw that cute cake recipe you loved, or the party outfit your child adored!

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It’s always easier to decorate when there’s a theme! If your child is older, he’s likely to already have a sense of what characters or topics he most wants his party to include. Whether you’re looking for paper goods relating to dinosaurs or a beloved TV personality, you’ll find shopping online can not only secure the best prices, but also obtain the widest variety of options. “Printables” in the chosen theme offer another way to personalize your child’s party. Search on sites like www.pbs.org for popular characters, such as Caillou and Arthur, and download images to print for party hats and decor. Suggestions for birthday bash activities may be found there, too. Putting together a Halloween or 1950s party? Sites like The TomKat Studio (www.shoptomkat.com) and Catch My Party (www.catchmyparty.com) additionally have creative printouts to decorate the cake and dessert table or liven up party favors.

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It’s always a party when there’s music around! And at a kids’ party, it’s more fun when you don’t have to worry about inappropriate words blasting into the ears of young party guests. With music easy to seek and download online, parents can create a select list of specific tunes or even the kid-friendly versions of popular songs.

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Who doesn’t like seeing himself in pictures having fun? All parents have several disks worth of images saved of their kids playing with friends and at gatherings. Be creative and reuse those images in a slideshow that plays continuously in a room where the guests gather. Thanks to Bluetooth technology, parents can also hook their cameras up to a portable printer, such as the Canon Pixma iP100, and print images of guests within minutes of taking them. More of an eco-friendly family? Send a photo compilation video via e-mail to guests post party.

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Sometimes parents just aren’t sure what to serve during a kids’ party. If there are parents and kids joining in, it’s easy to offer go-to favorites, such as pizza and macaroni and cheese. If you have time, get creative with food decisions! Refer to sites like Spoonful.com for ideas. Try recipes for snacks like fruit kabobs and heart-shape, mini sandwiches — things that can be easily held by little fingers.

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Julie Steiner is the founder and president of Percy3D, a video personalization platform that powers immersive technology products such as PercyVites digital party invitations. PercyVites uses the same 3-D visual effects technology seen in movies. It allows consumers to insert messages and images into the animated world of licensed characters like Caillou, Johnny Test, and Arthur. The end product produces interactive party invitations, thank you notes, and party photo compilations in the form of short, animated video clips. Visit www.percyvites.com to learn more.

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party ideas. It offers amazing inflatable structures, unbeatable customer service, and a clean and climate-controlled environment, so all you have to do is show up and take pictures. Throwing a private party couldn’t be easier, as BounceU takes care of the food, cleanup, and everything else. Party packages also include: the Spectac-U-Lar Birthday, which provides games, bouncing, goodie bags, balloons and a souvenir T-shirt for the birthday child; the Premier Private Birthday, featuring two dedicated party pros, non-stop bouncing, video games and more; and the U-Junior Birthday, offering games, music and inflatable fun along with a party pro. Add on the Cosmic Bounce option to any party and experience out-of-this-world lighting and glow-in-thedark accessories. Favors run the gamut from stuffed water bottles to princess themed. Parties are only the beginning at BounceU, where families enjoy a plethora of programs, classes, events, and more. Get your bounce on!

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Celebrations in the Kitchen 63 E. Old Country Road, Hicksville, NY 11801 (516)396-2193 celebrationsinthekitchen@gmail.com www.celebrationsinthekitchen.com Celebrations in the Kitchen offers delicious and exciting professional baking parties, classes, children’s activities and more. Since 1997, thousands of children have had joyful memories at baking birthday parties, classes, camps, and Girl or Boy Scout visits. Celebrations in the Kitchen activities are held in a unique, state-of-the-art facility. It includes a large, clean and safe exhibition kitchen; private party room; and a beautiful cafe with an espresso bar. A variety of party themes are offered, including: Cookie Baking, Cookie Decorating, Chocolate Candy Cottage, Cake Decorating, Cupcakes and More, Scone Baking Tea Party, Pies and Crostadas Party, and more. Parties, led by an expert staff, offer colorful and vibrant ingredients, dairy- and nut-free options, as well as fresh and certified Kosher ingredients. All-inclusive parties feature an array of projects, a birthday cake to be decorated by your child at the event, a choice of food and drinks for guests, aprons, invitations, a dedicated staff team, and more. Full catering options with a diverse menu of delicacies prepared on premises are provided for adult guests, making Celebrations in the Kitchen a terrific venue for your next party or family affair! Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724 (516)692-6768 www.cshfha.org Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium is a nonprofit center that educates visitors about New York’s freshwater ecosystems. Throughout two buildings and eight outdoor ponds, it offers the largest living collection of New York State freshwater reptiles, fish and amphibians. The aquarium also offers one-and-a-half-hour birthday parties with live your needs, your neighborhood

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Birthday DIRECTORY animal presentations, fish feedings, outdoor picnic tables or indoor ones, goodie bags, cake lighting and cutting supplies and cleanup. As many as 12 children ages 3 and older along with six adults are invited to celebrate at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium. Parties are held Monday through Friday in the afternoon and select weekends. Space is also available for after-hours event rental. Call for additional details about birthday bashes or events.

numerous school groups, Scout troop events, special needs groups as well as pre-k/toddler parties. Call for a schedule of daily walk-ins. Individual classes are available. Light-up Halloween and Christmas pieces are available for special order. Cool Crafts has it all, so call, visit the website and “Like” it on Facebook at www.facebook.com/coolcrafts to learn more about all of the crafts available to you!

Darlings & Divas Cool Crafts, Inc. 65 Merrick Road, Amityville, NY 11701 3479 Merrick Road, Wantagh, NY 11793 (631)608-4710 (516)735-2007 info@darlingsanddivas.com www.coolcraftslongisland.com http://darlingsanddivas.com Are you looking for the perfect location to host your child’s There’s a bit of darling and diva in every girl, so let both sides next birthday party or group gathering? Cools Crafts, Inc.,419 Park shine at Darlings & Divas party place and boutique. There’s Avenue South, New York, NY 10016 • 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-7734 is the answer for all your crafting needs. After serving its something there to make your little girl feel fabulous, whether Levittown location for the past nine years, Cool CraftsTO:has it be the diva-licious dress-upFAX room # or the awesome dance moved to a larger space in Wantagh. Parties are one and a floor and stage. The store was reinvented by two, Long Island half hours and include a large selection of one-of-a-kind moms. Darlings & Divas is the answer to your party-planning FROM: ISSUE DATE: crafts, your choice of pizza or bagels, soda and juice, coffee needs because its staff makes throwing a bash easier than for adults, paper goods, invitations, video games (age apever. Parties include two hours in the dress-up room, stage, propriate), music, dancing, balloons, nail polish and tattoos. salon, andcall cafe; paper goods andOK. invitations; Please orfood fax and yourdrinks; comments and/or All parties are led by party hosts that keep the fun going, karaoke and dancing; crafts and prizes; manicures and makeand as a special gift for the birthday child, a photo is taken and more. The diva of honor attends free and receives SIGNATURE overs; OF APPROVAL: of the entire group as a keepsake. You can also host your a complimentary gift. You can choose from a wide variety of perfect party at home and Cool Crafts, Inc., will supply all themes, or mix-and-match them to make your own unique exthe materials needed for your special day. Cool Crafts hosts perience. Themes include: Princess Party, Pinkalicious Party,

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ou couldn’t be more excited about the new year ahead, because you’ve gotten some wonderful news: You’re going to be a mother in 2014! Right now you’re probably daydreaming about chubby cheeks, adorable onesies, and the bundle of joy you’ll be holding in your arms this time next year. You may also be feeling the urge to clean, organize, de-clutter, and redecorate. Congratulations: You’re nesting! In other words, you’re feeling the desire to prepare your home for the new arrival. Nesting is an important “stage” of pregnancy, and I know this from experience. I’m a modern-day princess, but I come from modest means and met my Italian Prince Charming, Adriano Pignatelli Aragona Cortes, Prince of the Holy Roman Empire, while on scholarship at Pepperdine University. Being a princess has given me access to great expertise, but I’m adamant that the most important choices I have made (and that you will make!) as a parent have little to do with money. Instead, they have everything to do with educating yourself, trusting your instincts, and eventually, paying attention to your child’s signals. Here are nine of my nesting tips to take into account:

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Put paperwork in order. You might not think of paperwork as being a nesting activity, but even more important than a well-decorated nursery and organized closet are your child’s medical needs and daily care. Find a pediatrician, make sure your insurance is in order, and look into pre-admitting if you’re giving birth in a hospital. Tackle your budget. The exact amount of your baby-related budget varies depending on your personal choices, where you live, whether or not you’re a first-time parent, and much more. Do your best to figure up how much money you’ll spend on baby paraphernalia, during maternity leave, for future daycare, etc. If you’ll be a stay-at-home mom and you’re currently working, think about how the loss of income will impact your family. Factor in new expenses like diapers and formula.

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Organize. You’re probably feeling the urge to organize everything: the pantry, your closet, the garage, your DVD collection, and of course, the baby’s room. Take a step back and prioritize the projects. Besides the ones that involve your baby’s room, clothes, and gear, I recommend cleaning out kitchen cabinets to make room for baby supplies. Also clean out junk drawers so that you’ll be able to easily locate things like screwdrivers, batteries, and other essentials for building baby toys and accessories.

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Follow the fingertip rule. In other words, when you’re organizing and de-cluttering, keep the most important things at your fingertips. With a new baby, space is at a premium, so get tough and clean out things you rarely use. Put these items in big plastic tubs and store them out of the way. Get low. Look at your home from a baby’s point of view. Clean or replace carpets, change the air filters, get a new vacuum bag, etc., to improve the air quality in your house and make the floors a safe place to play. Since it will be a little while before your baby becomes mobile, you can hold off on baby-proofing the entire house. Finish baby’s room. Decorating, organizing, and stocking the baby’s room is a favorite activity for most soon-to-be moms. Get started as early as you want, and tweak to your heart’s content. I really enjoyed painting, getting the crib assembled, and organizing all of those precious onesies. parentguidenews.com SK-November 2013

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Pencil in some time for yourself. This might be the most important nesting practice of all: Making sure that you are in order and at peace. It’s natural for moms and moms-to-be to put others’ needs first. But remember, this is the calm before the proverbial storm. Schedule a pedicure. Read a book. If there’s time, sign up for a class you’ve been wanting to take. Ultimately, smart nesting is all about planning, prioritizing, and ensuring you’re comfortable bringing your baby home. Now’s the time to tie up all of those loose ends before your bundle of joy arrives!

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Family-Friendly France Exploring the romantic, European country. by Kara Mayer Robinson France has so much for families: a sprawling countryside, cultural treasures, gourmet foods, and an enchanting language. Spend a week there, and your kids will return with a multitude of memories, a world awareness, and maybe even a budding French vocabulary. Where to Go You’d need months (years, really) to explore all the regions of France. If you have a week or two, this is a good start.

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Paris, Île de France While it’s true that the City of Light is an ideal, romantic getaway, why

not let your kids fall in love, too? They’ll be enchanted climbing the spiral stairs up the Arc de Triomphe, scaling the Eiffel Tower, seeing Notre Dame Cathedral, and cruising down the Seine. The Louvre isn’t mandatory — big and overwhelming are understatements — but popping in to see the Mona Lisa is a snap if you buy tickets in advance. Note: Kids get free admission to most Paris museums. Essential Paris can be found in its captivating parks: the Jardin des Tuileries and Jardin du Luxembourg. Check out the playgrounds’play structures only found overseas, teach your kids how to play the ring-and-baton game as they ride antique carousels, and watch them revel in the fun of pushing miniature wooden boats across a pond as you sit peacefully in enchanting surroundings.

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Normandy Dotted along miles of winding, country roads throughout this north-

western region are local farms and guesthouses called chambres d’hôtes, where host families teach you about local traditions, cook for you, and happily let your kids run free on their farmland. Staying here makes you feel like a local rather than a tourist, and it’s through the eyes of your hosts that your family can gain a truer understanding of the French culture. Don’t miss the bounty of Normandy’s specialty foods that have major kid appeal, like galettes (crêpes), apple cider, and teurgoule (creamy rice pudding). For an impactful experience, visit the 50-mile stretch of coastline where, in 1944’s D-Day invasion, more than 100,000 soldiers began the march across Europe to defeat Hitler. Don’t miss the Normandy Ameri-

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can Cemetery and Memorial, where there are 9,387 graves of American soldiers perched on a hill overlooking the expansive Omaha Beach.

French Alps For the French, the Alps are the place to be during the holidays. The Rhône-Alpes and Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur regions are filled with ski chalets, lakeside villages, and bustling cities. Annecy, a charming, lakeside town at the foot of the Alps, is sure

to please the whole family with stunning mountain views, a 7,000acre lake, ancient buildings, and cafés lining pedestrian walkways and river canals. Nearby Chamonix, a resort town at the base of Mont Blanc, is in its glory in winter. It boasts snow-covered mountains, tramway rides, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and dog sled rides. When you’re done playing in the snow, enjoy dinner at a café with stunning mountain views, then cozy up in a rustic chalet with your kids, a pile of warm blankets, and a steaming cup of hot chocolate.

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Bon Appétit The food in France is divine and plentiful.

Start with a breakfast of warm, buttery croissants and pain au chocolat (chocolate croissants) from a local boulangerie. Street foods like crêpes with Nutella are convenient on the go. A picnic lunch assembled from a local market — a fresh baguette, perfectly ripened cheese, sausage, pâté, sweet strawberries, éclairs and mille-feuilles (a.k.a. Napoleons) — is the ultimate French experience, especially when topped with a bottle of local wine. Most bistros open for dinner later than your family’s usual mealtime, and dining is often a long, drawn-out affair. Cafés are more casual and flexible and serve kid-pleasers like croques monsieur (essentially grilled ham-andcheese) and omelets. If you want to eat earlier, say 6pm, look for a café with continuous service.

Perfect Accommodations If you’re staying in one area for a week, rent an apartment through Airbnb.

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com or VRBO.com. For an authentic, locally guided experience, book a chambre d’hôte or gîte (www.chambres-hotes.fr or en.gites-defrance.com). American hotel chains can be expensive and removed from the culture; European hotels are more authentic. Rooms are typically smaller and more streamlined, but Booking.com can locate properties with a family room, which often includes bunk beds.

Getting Around Riding the rails is the most romantic way to travel through Europe.

With high-speed trains like the TGV (Train à Grande Vitesse), you can go from one city to another in a flash. But be prepared to lug suitcases through narrow aisles and multi-level train stations. Renting a car (try www.carrentals.com) allows you to travel at your own pace and venture off the beaten path. The highways, called autoroutes, are easy to navigate, safe, and clean. You’ll need extra money for tolls and gas, and a GPS is worth the expense. In Paris, forget the car and use the easy-to-navigate Métro system instead.

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Be friendly.

Comfort goes a long way.

Prepare to picnic.

Easy does it.

The French, rude? Not necessarily. Manners are essential to the French, and they rarely skip a “merci” or “au revoir.” They also appreciate travelers’ efforts to speak their language. A simple “Bonjour, madame” or “Bonjour, monsieur” when you walk into a café or shop goes a long way. Save money by shopping at street markets and eating in your apartment or outdoors. Stowing utensils, napkins, and a corkscrew in your bag makes impromptu picnics easier.

Don’t limit your ability to walk, wander, and discover. Get everyone a pair of high-quality walking shoes. Try the new line of stylish-yet-supportive ballet flats recently introduced by Dr. Andrew Weil Integrative Footwear (www.weilbeing.com). The famous sights are important — who wants to travel all the way to Paris and not see the Eiffel Tower? — but journeying as a family can be tiring, so schedule plenty of downtime.

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In the spirit of Thanksgiving, focus your lens on the smile that makes you the most thankful. Submit one photo per family of your smiling child at www.parentguidenews.com by November ’s end. We’ll post select submissions during December for viewer voting. The family with the photograph that gets the most votes receives a Wusthof Classic Five-Piece Cook’s Set! The culinary tools are a valuable asset for upcoming meals and holiday gatherings.

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Health Dream Toys

Unlike any other household toy, Shnoozles are comforting bedtime buddies for kids. Designed to facilitate a good night’s sleep every night, these plush dolls feature drowsy eyes that encourage your child to naturally nod off without the bells, whistles, or lights that may be so distracting in other household toys. These imaginative and soothing toys are available at www.shnoozles.com.

Yoga Essentials

From Gaiam, the leader in yoga and fitness products, the Honey Dew Premium Yoga Mat is perfect for anyone looking to perfect an at-home gym and effectively achieve exercise goals. Available for purchase at www.gaiam.com, this extra-thick mat provides support for your body while the textured, non-slip surface ensures a stable stance. It offers users a comfortable workout that doesn’t sacrifice even an ounce of performance.

Protect Your Child

The FDA-approved Tortle is a must-have item for every expectant parent. This protective beanie hat is vital to the prevention of flat head syndrome, an affliction that affects more than one million children in America every year. Created by a pediatrician, the Tortle offers a cost-effective and simple solution to this serious condition. The Tortle is available in a number of sizes and styles at www.tortle.com.

Smart Snacking

Eating healthy, fresh, cooked veggies has never been so easy thanks to Corn-n-Tater. The Corn-n-Tater is a unique microwave cooking bag, made of a special blend of cotton and bamboo, that is simple to use, clean, and store. It can fully cook a baked potato in five minutes! Each bag comes with a cook book full of suggestions and uses and is available at www.homecookedshortcuts.com.

Natural and Organic

Considering the fact that babies spend a majority of their young life in bed, creating a sleep environment that is healthy, safe, and comfortable is one of the most important things. Naturalmat represents some of the very best organic bedding available on the market. Lovingly handcrafted in England and made from only the finest materials, each mat in this collection is comfortable, washable, and free of harmful chemicals and unnatural treatments. Offered in three distinct styles, the Naturalmat may be purchased at www.naturalmatusa.com. your needs, your neighborhood

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Nurture Your Kids

NurturMe is expanding its award-winning line of organic, dried, baby food. This includes new additions to the NurturMeals line of organic, dry, meal pouches that combine delicious and nutrient-rich fruit and veggie flavors, as well as Yum-a-Roo’s line of bite-sized snacks for toddlers. These convenient and healthy foods make it easier for parents to ensure their children are eating the absolute healthiest things they can! These and other NurturMe products are available for purchase at www.nurturme.com.

A Diet Guideline

The Digest Diet Cookbook (Reader’s Digest), available at Barnes & Noble, is a definitive guide to eating healthy while still eating good! This cookbook by Liz Vaccariello contains 150 recipes that allow readers to try new and delicious meals without sacrificing their weight-loss goals. It also contains tips such as how to shop for the best foods, what to do with leftovers, and how to still eat right when swamped at home and work. Featuring delicious and easy to prepare recipes, The Digest Diet Cookbook is perfect for anyone on a journey toward a healthier life.

Delicious Dishes

Available in Duane Reade locations across the nation, Mom Made Foods is a line of better-for-you convenience meals. Frozen and healthy, Mom Made Foods offers a wide array of products, including Mom Made Bites, Meals, and Munchies. They’re free of preservatives, trans fats, added sugars, and artificial colors, too.

Fantastic Footwear

Unsurpassed quality and comfort are hallmarks of award-winning Pediped, one of the fastest-growing children’s footwear brands in the nation today. Available for purchase through www.pediped.com, Pediped shoes promote healthy and natural foot development in young children. They also come in a wide variety of styles for both girls and boys.

Stress-Free Feeding

The Anti-Colic Bottle from MAM is designed to reduce colic symptoms in newborns, as well as the stress associated with feeding. This bottle is made up of a number of features that work to reduce and eliminate air pockets and nipple confusion. Microwave-safe, incredibly easy to clean, and shatter-proof, MAM’s Anti-Colic Bottle is available for purchase at www.mambaby.com.

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and a lot of fun. Each SuperMe Cape Backpack helps little ones convert into their own superhero Much of classic literature is when they pull a cape out of a hidden pocket. It rich with enjoyable content even comes with a mask to complete the uncanny and lessons to teach students. transformation! However, it has gained a reputation for being intimidating, meaning all it has to offer is lost to learners. It Takes Würk Now, Providence eLearning proudly brings together Featuring an endthe latest in iPad technology and many of literature’s less amount of color greatest works in an effort to engage students in a fun, combinations womemorable, and multi-sensory learning experience. ven in nylon and Included are interactive glossaries and dictionaries, as polyester, the Würkin well as narration from top scholars. Providence eLearn- Stiffs Knotz line of cufflinks will surely add flare to ing’s highly interactive iBooks — which include clas- any suit or French cuff shirt. Easy to put on, Knotz sics like Macbeth, Frankenstein, and the poetry of Wil- are a wonderful and innovative alternative to tradiliam Blake — are truly vital to students and educators. tional cufflinks. With many styles, shapes, and deTo learn more, visit www.providenceelearning.org. signs, the make an intriguing yet inexpensive accessory for anyone looking to express true personality. They make great holiday gifts from kids to parents. Superheroic Fun For more information or to purchase, log onto Kids marvel at the SuperMe www.wurkinstiffs.com. Cape Backpack available now at www.supermehero.com! Sized to Get Smart fit toddlers and kindergarteners, these sleek and stylish backpacks It’s no surprise that parents are searching for ways to are lightweight, water resistant, engage their kids outside of the ever-present world of

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Build-A-Bear Workshop is excited to introduce Make-YourOwn-SpongeBob! Every day can be an adventure with the sea-dwelling, optimistic sponge who is all about fun. You can find SpongeBob and all his friends from Patrick to Gary the Snail at Build-A-Bear Workshops across the nation. To find one near you, visit www.buildabear.com now!

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The Kids Learn Mandarin language learning app dismantles the wall between entertainment and education. This immersive and vividly animated title makes early language learning accessible and appealing. Educators believe that studying a second language at an early age is invaluable to a child’s lifelong learning. Mandarin, a language spoken by more than 1 billion people worldwide, is considered one of the most important languages by the U.S. State Department. Kids Learn Mandarin is available exclusively through the Fingerprint Network App for the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch.

dren in a world that is often full of negativity from their peers. This picture book covers important issues that children may face and teaches kids how to peacefully deal with negative situations. It aims to make them feel more confident in their interactions. This enlightening and useful book is available at www.storyofnastyman.com.

Feel Better, Look Better

Not only is the new line of RibbedTee undershirts extremely comfortable, but it also bridges the gap between function and fashion! You will love RibbedTee’s thin, breathable fabric that is uniquely designed to never come untucked, bunch around the waistline, or lose its shape between washes. The shirts are great for dads or older boys and are available in a variety of styles and colors at www.ribbedtee.com.

Deb Snyder, Ph.D., in her new book for young children, The Dogma of Cats for Kids (AngelBaby Press), where she explores the major lessons to be learned from cats! In her book, Snyder encourages families to incorporate these lessons, such as kindness, forgiveness, and self-confidence, into their lives and look at life, love, and relationships in an entirely new way. A valuable read for kids of all ages, The Dogma of Cats for Kids is available at www.amazon.com.

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November 1 - 3: Bunnicula, John W. Engeman Theater at Northport, 250 Main Street , Northport, (631)261-2900, www.engemantheater.com. Audiences of all ages will love the humorous story of a cat and dog who become convinced that the new pet in the family is a vampire bunny.

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November 1: First Friday, The Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington, (631)351-3250, www.heckscher.org. Celebrate First Friday at The Heckscher Museum of Art. Explore the Museum’s exhibitions during extended viewing hours and enjoy special musical performances. 4 - 8:30pm. Free admission.

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November 2 and 3: Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap, Houghton Hall Theatre - Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport, (631)732-2926, www.minstrelplayers.org. Houghton Hall hosts a gripping adaptation of the classic Agatha Christie tale. November 2 and 3: Beauty and the Beast, The BayWay Arts Center, 265 East Main St., East Islip, (631)581-2700, www.broadhollow.org. BayWay is the place to be for great original productions for the whole family. Audiences of all ages will be captivated by a tale as old as time with Beauty and the Beast. Saturday and Sunday through November 24. November 2: Christmas Craft Fair, St. Anthony’s High School 275 Wolf Hill Road, South Huntington, (631)271-2020. Find great bargains and unique gift ideas just in time for the holiday season during a day-long event featuring more than 150 vendors. 10am-4pm. Free admission. November 3: Kamikaze Fire Flies, The Staller Center at Stony Brook University, Nicholls Road, Stony Brook, (631)632-ARTS. The whimsical and witty stunts will keep you laughing from beginning to end in this unforgettable afternoon show for the entire family. 4pm. November 5: Jungle Bob, The Quogue Wildlife Refuge, 3 Old Country Road, Quogue, (631)653-4771. Visitors have a chance to explore the wonders of nature as Jungle Bob introduces everything from snakes, lizards, and tarantulas to crocodiles and turtles. Reservations required. 2pm.

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November 4: Open House, M.A.T.S.S. Kids Gym, 171 Eileen Way, Syosset, (516)496-7765, www.matsskidsgym.com. Meet with certified teachers, explore the amazing 24,000 square foot facility, check out the curriculum, and see how your child can learn, play and grow during this informative open house. Adults only. 7-9pm.

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November 8 - 15 November 8: Steve Perrillo & The New Millennium Jazz Band, The Dix Hills Performing Arts Center, 305 North Service Road, Dix Hills, (631)656-2148, www.dhpac.org. The Performing Arts Center presents an evening of great music. 7:30pm.

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November 9: Stinky Kids the Musical, Broadhollow Theatre Company, 141 S. Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, (631)2268400, www.broadhollow.org. Britt never gets in trouble and loves making everyone happy, but when she gets a massive wad of gum stuck in her hair, she must rely on her friends to help get out of the sticky situation before her parents find out. Saturdays through November 30.

November 10: Cake Boss Buddy Valastro, The NYCB Theatre, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, (516)334-0800, www.westburymusicfair.org. Everyone’s favorite celebrity chef puts together an unforgettable stage show for children and adults who enjoy sweets, stories, and entertainment. 3pm. November 13: Senior Second Wednesday, The Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington, (631)351-3250, www.heckscher.org. On the second Wednesday of every month seniors are invited to visit The Heckscher Museum for a musical performance, sketching in the gallery, docent tour, or art activity. Following the scheduled program, seniors can explore the exhibitions. 1:30-4pm. November 15: The 6th Annual Fish and Sips Program, Long Island Aquarium and Exhibition Center, 431 E. Main St., Riverhead, (631)208-9200. The evening event includes hors d’ oeuvres, live music, amazing giveaways, and representatives from more than 20 local wineries.

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November 15 and 16: C & L Craft Fair, The Port Jefferson Elks Lodge, 1141 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station, (631)327-1140. Discover an array of great bargains just in time for your holiday shopping during a two day event that features an endless array of handmade items. 3 - 8pm on Saturday, 10am - 5pm. November 15 and 16: Craft Fair, St John’s Lutheran Church, 36 E. John St., Lindenhurst, (631)226-1274. Shop for the holidays during a weekend event featuring an array of homemade crafts and more. 10 - 6pm.

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NOVEMBER SEPTEMBER2013 2010 November 15: East End Arts Council Holiday Gift Boutique, East End Arts & Humanities Council, 133 East Main St., Riverhead, (631)7270900, www.eastendarts.org. The East End Arts Council hosts a special holiday gift boutique that offers a wide variety of unique gift ideas. Ongoing through December 23.

November 20: Bonnie Raitt, The NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, (800)745-3000, www.thetheatreatwestbury.com. Live Nation proudly presents an evening of music with the best-selling artist, respected guitarist, expressive singer, and accomplished songwriter. 8pm.

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November 16: The Mark Morris Dance Group, Staller Center at Stony Brook University, Nicholls Road, Stony Brook, (631)632ARTS. The renowned Mark Morris Dance Group is acclaimed for its craftsmanship, ingenuity, humor and eclectic live music accompaniments. 8pm.

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November 21: Pinecone Holiday Wreath, The Southampton Historical Museum, 17 Meeting House Lane Rogers Mansion, Southampton, (631)283-2494. Wine and cheese will be served as Deborah Lukasik instructs participants on the process of making a wreath just in time for the holiday season. 6:30pm.

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November 21: White Christmas, The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport, (631)261-2900, www.engemantheater.com. The holiday season comes to Northport early this year with a captivating adaptation of the Irving Berlin classic. November 23 - 25: The Country Parlor Home Show, Hallockville Museum Farm, Riverhead, (631)298-5292 www.hallockville.com. Experience the North Fork’s most unique holiday shopping at an event that includes a wide variety of handmade decorations and gifts by local artisans.

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November 24 - December 2 November 24: Holiday Festival Craft and Gifts, The Hilton Long Island/Huntington, 598 Broadhollow Road, Melville, (631)724-5966, www.Showtiques.com. Spend your day discovering an array of great arts and crafts, antiques and food! 10am - 5pm. November 30: The Art and Craft Holiday Boutique, Deepwells Farm County Park, Route 25A and Moriches Road, St. James, (631)5638551, www.preferredpromotions.com. Thirty artisans create boutiques throughout the decorated 1845 Greek revival style farmhouse featuring hand-crafted gifts, stained glass, jewelry, handmade marionettes, dolls, painted Santas, pottery, floral arrangements, candles, organic soaps, Christmas ornaments, fiber arts, holiday items and more. Presented again on December 1, 7, and 8. 10am-5pm.

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November 30: Gingerbread Competition, Sagtikos Manor, West Islip Library, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, (631)854-0939, www.sagtikosmanor.com. Enjoy a tasty treat for families when Sagtikos Manor presents a day-long competition just in time for the holidays. 11am - 4pm. November 30: Lighting of the Montauk Lighthouse, The Montauk Point Lighthouse Museum, 2000 Montauk Highway, Montauk, (631)668-2544, www.montauklighthouse.com. The Lighthouse Committee of the Montauk Historical Society is proud to announce the official lighting of the Montauk lighthouse to kick off the holiday season. November 30: Madeline’s Christmas, The BayWay Arts Center, 265 East Main St., East Islip, (631)581-2700, www.broadhollow.org. On Christmas Eve, Madeline is the only one not sick in bed at Miss Clavel’s school. Although she must do all the chores Madeline is not too busy to arrange a Christmas treat for her friends during this delightful holiday show. Runs through December 28.

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November 30: Children’s Programs at the Aquarium, The Long Island Aquarium and Exhibition Center, 431 East Main St., Riverhead, (631)208-9200, ext. 105. You’re never too young to learn about the many fascinating creatures that live under and above the sea. Explore the aquarium through hands-on activities, stories, songs, crafts, and live animal encounters. November 30: Family Holiday Fun, The Montauk Chamber of Commerce, 742 Montauk Highway, Montauk, (631)668-2428, www.montaukchamber.com. Kick off the holiday season in an event for the whole family.

November 30: The Manheim Steamroller Christmas Show, The Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, 720 Northern Boulevard, Greenvale, (516)299-2752, www.tillescenter.org. An annual event returns by popular demand in this wonderful musical holiday celebration for the entire family. November 30: The Santa Parade, Port Jefferson Rail Road Station, Port Jefferson, (631)473-1414, www.portjeffchamber.com. Presented by the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, this unforgettable annual event starts at the Port Jefferson Rail Road Station, ends at the bottom of the hill at the Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce,

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a 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. Call to register or obtain details. Sessions run from noon-1:30pm. Mondays: Cystic Fibrosis Support Group, 101 Eastwood Boulevard., Centereach, (631)580-6075. For parents of children with cystic fibrosis. Meets the third Monday of each month. Contact the listed number with any questions. 7-8pm.

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November 30: Shrek The Musical, The BayWay Arts Center, 265 East Main St., East Islip, (631)581-2700, www.broadhollow.org. The Broadhollow Theatre presents a hilarious story that brings everyone’s favorite ogre to dazzling new life on the stage. Runs through December 28.

December 1: The Laurie Berkner Band, The Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, 720 Northern Boulevard, Greenvale, (516)299-2752, www.tillescenter.org. The award-winning children’s entertainer drops by the Tilles Center with her multi-talented band for some early holiday festivities. December 1: Trace Adkins - The Christmas Show, NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, (800)745-3000, www. specialevents.livenation.com. The baritone wonder is back to kick off the holiday season with an amazing evening of live music. 8pm.

December 2: Frosty, The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport, (631)261-2900, www.engemantheater.com. Audiences of all ages are sure to enjoy the story of the lovable snowman that has been warming to hearts of children and adults alike for more than 50 years.

All Month Long Ongoing Through January 2, 2014: Children’s Programs at the Aquarium, The Long Island Aquarium and Exhibition Center, 431 East Main St., Riverhead, (631)208-9200, ext. 105, www.longislandaquarium.com. Your little ones will learn about the many fascinating creatures that live under the sea in a series of 4-week programs that include hands-on activities, stories, songs, crafts, and live animal encounters. Wednesdays for ages 2-3. Thursdays for ages 3-4. 9:1510am or 3:15-4pm. Mondays: Adult Day Care Program, Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack, (631)651-8900. The Jewish Association for Services for the Aged (JASA) has a Social Adult Day Care Program for cognitively impaired senior adults. This program provides movement classes, music and art, reminiscence activities and inter-generational programs at an affordable, sliding-scale fee. 10am-2pm. Mondays: Breast Cancer Phone Support, (516)877-4314. The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program offers

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Tuesdays: Caregiver Support Group, Day Haven Adult Day Services, 2210 Smithtown Ave., Ronkonkoma, (631)585-2020, www.dayhaven. org. This services center holds free monthly groups for family caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. Groups offer emotional support and practical advice for those aiding a frail loved one or someone with memory loss. Free, on-site, professional care available for frail older adults and those with Alzheimer’s during meetings. Meetings are the second Tuesday of each month. Call to find out more about services, including those for spouses, and other meeting locations. 6-7:30pm.

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Tuesdays: Mom Matters, 170 Little East Neck Road, West Babylon, (631)478-7301. Mom Matters is about learning to embrace that caring for loved ones also means taking care of you. If you are looking for somewhere to have fun, be yourself, and learn to live in balance, you have come to the right place. Mom Matters offers support and resources to moms. Meets every fourth Tuesday at 6:30pm.

Wednesdays: Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Group, The Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack, (631)462-9800. This free support group is for women who have been diagnosed with, are in treatment for, or are survivors of breast and/or ovarian cancer. Share your feelings, fears, frustrations and hope with others. Held on the second and fourth Wednesday. 7:15-8:45pm. Thursdays: MOMS Club of Western Brookhaven, Lake Ronkonkoma VFW Hall, 55 Lake Shore Road, www.brookhavenmomsclub.webs. com. On the final Thursday of every month, stay-at-home and parttime working moms are invited to attend a meeting of the MOMS Club of Western Brookhaven. Open to moms of Centereach, Hauppauge, Holbrook, Holtsville, Lake Grove, Lake Ronkonkoma, Nesconset, Port Jefferson and Ronkonkoma, this support group is there to lend an ear to moms of the Long Island community.

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Spend Sandwich Day, November 3, munching on Joanne’s Super Hero Sandwich, which overflows with cold cuts and flavor, courtesy of www.allrecipes.com. Ingredients: •½ c. olive oil •1 Tbs. lemon juice •3 Tbs. tarragon vinegar •3 cloves minced garlic •2 Tbs. chopped fresh parsley •2 tsp. dried oregano •½ tsp. black pepper •1 c. chopped black olives •1 c. chopped mushrooms •1 loaf round, crusty Italian bread •½ lb. sliced, deli turkey meat •½ lb. sliced ham •¼ lb. sliced salami •½ lb. sliced mozzarella cheese •6 leaves of lettuce •1 sliced tomato Directions: In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, and garlic. Season with parsley, oregano, and pepper. Stir in olives and mushrooms. Set aside. Cut the bread in half. Scoop out the inside of the bottom half, and leave an ½-in. outside wall. Spoon 2/3 of the olive mixture into the bottom. Layer with turkey, ham, salami, mozzarella, lettuce, and tomato. Pour remaining olive mixture on top, and replace the top half of the bread. Wrap securely in plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy! 50 I parentguide News I November 2013

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The Autumn Branch Centerpiece is a beautiful craft from www.marthastewart.com that will have your Thanksgiving Day guests marvelling at your table even before you bring out your holiday meal. What You’ll Need: •18-in. plywood square •1-3 branches •L-brackets and hardware •Cable ties •Burlap •EZ-Glide surface protectors •Leaves •Gourds •Artificial birds •A pencil. What To Do: Place a branch on the plywood square and mark a line around the branch on the plywood with a pencil. Screw an L-bracket on either side of where you have outlined the branch, drill through the bracket holes into the branch base. Screw or bolt branch to brackets. Add up to two more branches, if desired, securing to original branch by wrapping a cable tie around the base of the branches. Hide screws, brackets and cable ties by wrapping a length of burlap around the base. Dress with leaves, gourds, and artificial birds. Add EZ-Glides to underside of base to protect furniture.

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Your kids will love the classic activity of creating a one-of-a-kind paper turkey by tracing their hands! Try out the Hands and Feet Turkey Craft, courtesy of www.kaboose.com, for a truly fun time that also adds tracing feet to this classic kids activity! What You’ll Need: •Construction paper in brown, tan, orange, yellow, and white •Scissors •Glue •Wiggle eyes if you want a turkey that’s a little silly! What To Do: Trace your two feet (with shoes on) on the brown construction paper, then trace two hands on each color of construction paper. Then, cut out all the hands and feet tracings. Put the two foot tracings together with the heels one on top of another. Make it so the wider part of the feet are touching but also far apart enough to make the turkey body and head. Apply glue. Cut two turkey legs out of the orange scraps, then cut a diamond shape for the beak. Draw the eyes on white paper and cut them out, or use wiggle eyes. Make the wattle out of red construction paper. Glue each piece onto the body. Then, glue the red, orange, and yellow construction paper hands behind the brown body to make the tail. Finally, position the two tan hands on either side of the body to make the turkey’s wings and glue them in place, and you’ve got a cute turkey buddy for the holidays! Jesse Berberich is the editorial intern.

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