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Desperately Seeking Sleep TEN SURPRISING WAYS OVERTIREDNESS HURTS CHILDREN
Parents’ First Choice For 26 Years!
by Malia Jacobson
From the Editor by Greg Weatherford
W
hat is a mother, exactly? Is it the woman who births a child? Or is it something more? It is the person who holds an infant close. The one who feeds the hungry child, no matter the hour. The one who bathes the baby and cleans him. The one who carefully brushes baby’s fine hair until it’s smooth, only to laugh when it sticks up immediately. The one who cheers a baby’s first tentative steps. Who applauds the first climb up the stairs and the first stumbling efforts at running. Who applies a Band-Aid to the skinned knee and a kiss to the tear-streaked cheek. The one who scolds a child for breaking the rules that matter and (secretly) smiles when she breaks the ones that don’t. The one who reads a child to sleep and then slips away, usually to finish the day’s chores. Who soothes a sick child, cools a feverish brow, cleans up vomit and worse; who reviews homework and urges studies; who tells one kid to stop studying so much and another to keep at it. The one who knows when something’s wrong and asks about it. Who knows when something wonderful has happened and celebrates it. Who stays up late worrying because after all something could always be wrong. The one who cries when the child leaves for school the first time. Who laughs and claps and cheers at the child’s first play, first concert, first recital. The one who loves so much the heart aches just to think about the child leaving. But who still pushes the child gently out the door when that day has come. No, it’s not just the woman who births a child we should celebrate on Mother’s Day. It might be you -- whoever you are.
contents MAY 2016
4
Desperately Seeking Sleep
8
More Than The Baby Blues
Ten surprising ways overtiredness hurts children.
Helping with a disorder that strikes 1 in 5 new moms.
12
DPU’s Role In Keeping The Lead Out
14
Growing Up Online
16
Let’s Go!
Local advertisement.
Raising kids who can code.
What to do and where to go.
On the Cover: Photo courtesy of www.boppy.com. Feature article on page 8.
PHOTO CREDIT (c): sleeptightconsultants.com
F
irst, the bad news: Your seemingly-healthy child may be harboring a serious health problem. Left unchecked, this highly common condition can contribute to weight gain and hinder school success. When your child is irritable, inattentive, or sullen, this often-overlooked ailment may be to blame. The condition is chronic overtiredness, and doctors say it’s rampant among modern kids. “Today’s
children are notoriously sleep-deprived,” says Dr. Stephen Grant, sleep specialist with Iowa SleepCenters. But there’s good news: Overtiredness is as preventable as it is pervasive. The more you know about overtiredness and how it affects children, the better you’ll be able to spot it—and stop this health saboteur in its tracks.
Surprise 1: Tricky Tots
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Don’t assume that you know when your child is overtired—kids who need sleep often appear anything but sleepy. Detecting overtiredness can be tricky, says Maida Chen, MD, associate director of the PediatricSleep Center at Seattle Children’s Hospital: “Parents should remember that overtiredness can look like hyperactivity.” That means your child’s late-night burst of energy is actually a sign of sleepiness, despite appearances to the contrary.
Surprise 2: School Struggles
Want your child to ace that big exam? Make sure he hits the sack early, because sleepiness can sabotage school success. The National Sleep Foundation reports that sleep deprivation in children is associated with poor school performance and lowered test scores.
Surprise 3: Weighty Matters
Chronic overtiredness can pack on the pounds and make it difficult (continued on page 10)
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Editorial Mission: Richmond Parents Monthly is dedicated to providing parents and professionals with the best information and resources available to enhance all aspects of parenting and family life. It is also an avenue to facilitate a shared sense of community among parents by providing useful information, support and a forum for dialogue on issues that are important to all parents and families. Richmond Parents Monthly is published 12 times a year and distributed free of charge. The advertising deadline is the 10th of each month for the upcoming issue. Richmond Parents Monthly welcomes reader comments and submissions; however, the publication is not responsible for unsolicited materials. All materials received become the property of the publisher and will not be returned. We reserve the right to edit any material used for publication. The entire content of Richmond Parents Monthly is ©2016. No portion may be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without the express written consent of the publisher. The views and opinions expressed by writers and columnists do not necessarily represent those of Richmond Parents Monthly or its staff.
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Desperately Seeking Sleep TEN SURPRISING WAYS OVERTIREDNESS HURTS CHILDREN
Parents’ First Choice For 26 Years!
by Malia Jacobson
From the Editor by Greg Weatherford
W
hat is a mother, exactly? Is it the woman who births a child? Or is it something more? It is the person who holds an infant close. The one who feeds the hungry child, no matter the hour. The one who bathes the baby and cleans him. The one who carefully brushes baby’s fine hair until it’s smooth, only to laugh when it sticks up immediately. The one who cheers a baby’s first tentative steps. Who applauds the first climb up the stairs and the first stumbling efforts at running. Who applies a Band-Aid to the skinned knee and a kiss to the tear-streaked cheek. The one who scolds a child for breaking the rules that matter and (secretly) smiles when she breaks the ones that don’t. The one who reads a child to sleep and then slips away, usually to finish the day’s chores. Who soothes a sick child, cools a feverish brow, cleans up vomit and worse; who reviews homework and urges studies; who tells one kid to stop studying so much and another to keep at it. The one who knows when something’s wrong and asks about it. Who knows when something wonderful has happened and celebrates it. Who stays up late worrying because after all something could always be wrong. The one who cries when the child leaves for school the first time. Who laughs and claps and cheers at the child’s first play, first concert, first recital. The one who loves so much the heart aches just to think about the child leaving. But who still pushes the child gently out the door when that day has come. No, it’s not just the woman who births a child we should celebrate on Mother’s Day. It might be you -- whoever you are.
contents MAY 2016
4
Desperately Seeking Sleep
8
More Than The Baby Blues
Ten surprising ways overtiredness hurts children.
Helping with a disorder that strikes 1 in 5 new moms.
12
DPU’s Role In Keeping The Lead Out
14
Growing Up Online
16
Let’s Go!
Local advertisement.
Raising kids who can code.
What to do and where to go.
On the Cover: Photo courtesy of www.boppy.com. Feature article on page 8.
PHOTO CREDIT (c): sleeptightconsultants.com
F
irst, the bad news: Your seemingly-healthy child may be harboring a serious health problem. Left unchecked, this highly common condition can contribute to weight gain and hinder school success. When your child is irritable, inattentive, or sullen, this often-overlooked ailment may be to blame. The condition is chronic overtiredness, and doctors say it’s rampant among modern kids. “Today’s
children are notoriously sleep-deprived,” says Dr. Stephen Grant, sleep specialist with Iowa SleepCenters. But there’s good news: Overtiredness is as preventable as it is pervasive. The more you know about overtiredness and how it affects children, the better you’ll be able to spot it—and stop this health saboteur in its tracks.
Surprise 1: Tricky Tots
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Don’t assume that you know when your child is overtired—kids who need sleep often appear anything but sleepy. Detecting overtiredness can be tricky, says Maida Chen, MD, associate director of the PediatricSleep Center at Seattle Children’s Hospital: “Parents should remember that overtiredness can look like hyperactivity.” That means your child’s late-night burst of energy is actually a sign of sleepiness, despite appearances to the contrary.
Surprise 2: School Struggles
Want your child to ace that big exam? Make sure he hits the sack early, because sleepiness can sabotage school success. The National Sleep Foundation reports that sleep deprivation in children is associated with poor school performance and lowered test scores.
Surprise 3: Weighty Matters
Chronic overtiredness can pack on the pounds and make it difficult (continued on page 10)
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Volume 26, No. 5, MAY 2016
Founder/Publisher: Mark E. Fetter mfetter@richmondpublishing.com Editor: Greg Weatherford rpmeditor@richmondpublishing.com Art Director: Jennifer Sutton jsutton@richmondpublishing.com Contributing Writers: Lela Martin, Carolyn Jabs, Greg Weatherford
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Editorial Mission: Richmond Parents Monthly is dedicated to providing parents and professionals with the best information and resources available to enhance all aspects of parenting and family life. It is also an avenue to facilitate a shared sense of community among parents by providing useful information, support and a forum for dialogue on issues that are important to all parents and families. Richmond Parents Monthly is published 12 times a year and distributed free of charge. The advertising deadline is the 10th of each month for the upcoming issue. Richmond Parents Monthly welcomes reader comments and submissions; however, the publication is not responsible for unsolicited materials. All materials received become the property of the publisher and will not be returned. We reserve the right to edit any material used for publication. The entire content of Richmond Parents Monthly is ©2016. No portion may be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without the express written consent of the publisher. The views and opinions expressed by writers and columnists do not necessarily represent those of Richmond Parents Monthly or its staff.
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Every month, an average of 75,000 readers enjoy Richmond Parents Monthly which is distributed in over 425 locations throughout the metro area. These locations include all CVS stores, McDonald’s, Kroger stores, medical centers, retail outlets, museums, and bookstores as well as many public libraries. Richmond Parents Monthly is regularly advertised on television. This creates a demand for the magazine and increases visibility and reader recall. Richmond Parents Monthly is also represented at numerous community events throughout the year.
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More Than The Baby Blues
“More Than The Baby Blues” continued from page 8
HELPING WITH A DISORDER THAT STRIKES 1 IN 5 NEW MOMS by Ruth Hanley ad, slice up some apples and a frozen side dish or a homemade one. And don’t forget to throw in some chocolate!
Bring Coffee and Leave Judgments at the Door Bring her a cup of coffee or her favorite decaffeinated drink and listen to what she is feeling and experiencing right now. Don’t dismiss or try to solve her problems, but listen and let her feel heard. It might be hard to listen without trying to fix all her problems, but a listening ear is what she really needs right now. If she says something that truly concerns you, encourage her to reach out to a professional who can help her.
Share Your Experience
Perhaps you’ve been through PMD yourself. If you feel you can, share your experience with her and let her know that she is not alone. Sharing your experience, Bagley says, can help others feel less isolated and alone. PMD can be a very misunderstood condition and undiagnosed for so many moms. Let your friend know that she deserves health and happiness. PHOTO CREDIT (c): www.michianamom.com
P
ost-partum mood disorder (PMD) is the No. 1 complication with childbirth. It affects 15 to 20 percent of new mothers and is often undiagnosed in women, leaving new moms worrying and wondering why they don’t feel “normal.” PMD can affect women who have had a baby, stillborn child or miscarriage, women who are pregnant, or after weaning their child from breastfeeding. PMD can include any number of symptoms including obsessive-compulsive behavior, depression, anxiety or anger. Lindsay Bagley, a licensed mental health counselor and masters-level therapist in Washington suggests that talking with a trusted friend is the first step in reaching out for help. Though you can’t diagnose PMD
unless you are a professional, if you have a friend who you think is struggling after having a baby, there are ways that you can help her.
The Gift of a Nap
Offer to babysit so that she can take a nap. Sleep not only helps ease symptoms of PMD, it will help any mom who is feeling the toll of sleep deprivation. If she is willing, take her baby out on a walk with your own little one or let her drop her baby off at your house. You can babysit while your child is busy playing or walking and she can take a nap back at her house or at yours.
Dinner’s on You
Schedule a day and time when you can bring dinner to her house. Bringing dinner to a friend after she’s had a baby not only helps be-
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cause it’s one less thing to try to do in the day, it can also help alleviate the surge in expenses that happens after a baby is born. These pressures can add to symptoms of PMD. If you are short on time, you can always pick up a precooked chicken, bagged sal-
Hook Her Up With a Community
Did you have a baby group that helped you feel a part of a community? Perhaps you found one through the hospital, or perhaps there is a walking group or a mommy and me class that helped you meet other
moms. Let your friend know which organizations and groups were helpful to you or that you have heard about. It is empowering to have the support of new moms with babies the same age as hers, who provide a community. There is a normalizing power to realize that other moms are going through the same challenges as well.
Help Her to Reach Out Further
If your friend would like more support, she can start by contacting Post-partum Support International. PSI has a national “warm line” at 1-800-944-4773. This number is staffed by trained volunteers, some of whom have had PMD themselves. They quickly return the messages left on their confidential voicemail and can help with support, information, and resources. PSI also has information on local area coordinators who can give resource suggestions in the local area. Bagley says that if a friend thinks she may have PMD, it’s important to get help as soon as she can. Not because she needs to feel guilty, but because she is worth it. It can be hard to just listen to a
friend without trying to “fix” her. You may even feel like you’re not doing enough to make a difference. However, sharing your own story and being open about your experiences lets them know they’re not alone. It also creates a better climate for others to share their thoughts and feelings. Sometimes helping a friend means being present with them through their storm and reminding them that they are not alone, it’s not their fault, and there is help.
Just A Click Away
Ruth Hanley had PMD after each of her two children were born and has a special interest in helping moms advocate for themselves and know that they are not alone.
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& Waffle Sausage Gravy Bacon Sliders • Pancake Wraped { Chicken } Sausage Stick • French Toast Sticks • Messy Breakfast Bowl
Visit SquirrelsBaseball.com for tickets and information
5 Resources Form Moms With PMD 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Richmond's Original Family Calendar and Website
Share your feelings with your OB or primary care doctor Talk to supportive friends and family Join a local parent/baby group Contact PSI’s warm line for information and resources Find a therapist who fits with your schedule, insurance, and specializes in PMD
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More Than The Baby Blues
“More Than The Baby Blues” continued from page 8
HELPING WITH A DISORDER THAT STRIKES 1 IN 5 NEW MOMS by Ruth Hanley ad, slice up some apples and a frozen side dish or a homemade one. And don’t forget to throw in some chocolate!
Bring Coffee and Leave Judgments at the Door Bring her a cup of coffee or her favorite decaffeinated drink and listen to what she is feeling and experiencing right now. Don’t dismiss or try to solve her problems, but listen and let her feel heard. It might be hard to listen without trying to fix all her problems, but a listening ear is what she really needs right now. If she says something that truly concerns you, encourage her to reach out to a professional who can help her.
Share Your Experience
Perhaps you’ve been through PMD yourself. If you feel you can, share your experience with her and let her know that she is not alone. Sharing your experience, Bagley says, can help others feel less isolated and alone. PMD can be a very misunderstood condition and undiagnosed for so many moms. Let your friend know that she deserves health and happiness. PHOTO CREDIT (c): www.michianamom.com
P
ost-partum mood disorder (PMD) is the No. 1 complication with childbirth. It affects 15 to 20 percent of new mothers and is often undiagnosed in women, leaving new moms worrying and wondering why they don’t feel “normal.” PMD can affect women who have had a baby, stillborn child or miscarriage, women who are pregnant, or after weaning their child from breastfeeding. PMD can include any number of symptoms including obsessive-compulsive behavior, depression, anxiety or anger. Lindsay Bagley, a licensed mental health counselor and masters-level therapist in Washington suggests that talking with a trusted friend is the first step in reaching out for help. Though you can’t diagnose PMD
unless you are a professional, if you have a friend who you think is struggling after having a baby, there are ways that you can help her.
The Gift of a Nap
Offer to babysit so that she can take a nap. Sleep not only helps ease symptoms of PMD, it will help any mom who is feeling the toll of sleep deprivation. If she is willing, take her baby out on a walk with your own little one or let her drop her baby off at your house. You can babysit while your child is busy playing or walking and she can take a nap back at her house or at yours.
Dinner’s on You
Schedule a day and time when you can bring dinner to her house. Bringing dinner to a friend after she’s had a baby not only helps be-
8 u RICHMOND PARENTS MONTHLY u MAY 2016
cause it’s one less thing to try to do in the day, it can also help alleviate the surge in expenses that happens after a baby is born. These pressures can add to symptoms of PMD. If you are short on time, you can always pick up a precooked chicken, bagged sal-
Hook Her Up With a Community
Did you have a baby group that helped you feel a part of a community? Perhaps you found one through the hospital, or perhaps there is a walking group or a mommy and me class that helped you meet other
moms. Let your friend know which organizations and groups were helpful to you or that you have heard about. It is empowering to have the support of new moms with babies the same age as hers, who provide a community. There is a normalizing power to realize that other moms are going through the same challenges as well.
Help Her to Reach Out Further
If your friend would like more support, she can start by contacting Post-partum Support International. PSI has a national “warm line” at 1-800-944-4773. This number is staffed by trained volunteers, some of whom have had PMD themselves. They quickly return the messages left on their confidential voicemail and can help with support, information, and resources. PSI also has information on local area coordinators who can give resource suggestions in the local area. Bagley says that if a friend thinks she may have PMD, it’s important to get help as soon as she can. Not because she needs to feel guilty, but because she is worth it. It can be hard to just listen to a
friend without trying to “fix” her. You may even feel like you’re not doing enough to make a difference. However, sharing your own story and being open about your experiences lets them know they’re not alone. It also creates a better climate for others to share their thoughts and feelings. Sometimes helping a friend means being present with them through their storm and reminding them that they are not alone, it’s not their fault, and there is help.
Just A Click Away
Ruth Hanley had PMD after each of her two children were born and has a special interest in helping moms advocate for themselves and know that they are not alone.
.com
[ Brunch and Baseball ] Join the Richmond Flying Squirrels as we combine America’s pastime with Richmond’s pastime. Come enjoy Brunch and Baseball at 12:05PM every Sunday home game.
& Waffle Sausage Gravy Bacon Sliders • Pancake Wraped { Chicken } Sausage Stick • French Toast Sticks • Messy Breakfast Bowl
Visit SquirrelsBaseball.com for tickets and information
5 Resources Form Moms With PMD 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Richmond's Original Family Calendar and Website
Share your feelings with your OB or primary care doctor Talk to supportive friends and family Join a local parent/baby group Contact PSI’s warm line for information and resources Find a therapist who fits with your schedule, insurance, and specializes in PMD
WWW.RICHMONDPARENTS.COM
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RICHMOND PARENTS MONTHLY u MAY 2016 u 9
“Desperately Seeking Sleep” continued from page 4 for children to maintain a healthy weight. Research from Warwick Medical School shows that sleep deprivation increases the risk of obesity two-fold in children and adults. According to the journal SLEEP, reduced REM sleep is associated with excess body weight in both kids and teens.
Surprise 4: Diabetes Danger
Kids who don’t sleep enough have an increased risk of diabetes. Multiple studies link insufficient sleep to increased diabetes risk, and new research published in Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism found that just one night of sleep deprivation can bring on insulin resistance, a factor in type 2 diabetes.
Surprise 5: Too Tired, Too Wired
It’s counterintuitive, but overtiredness makes going to sleep more difficult — so depriving kids of naps
or encouraging too-late bedtimes to help kids sleep better at night often backfires. When kids are awake too long, an overbalance of adrenaline makes it difficult to reach and maintain deep, restorative sleep.
Surprise 6: ADHD Imposter
Overtiredness can masquerade in a host of ADHD-like symptoms, and even lead to what researchers call “faux ADHD,” or misdiagnosed ADHD. According to a recent study, faux ADHD is characterized by behavior problems, violence, and learning difficulties, and linked to poor bedtime habits and too little sleep.
Surprise 7: Emotionally Exhausted
New research links overtiredness brought on by missed naps is linked to mood disorders in toddlers. According to a new study, toddlers who miss naps have trouble expressing emotions, which has a lasting effect
on their developing brains.
Surprise 8: Night Frights
Helping your child get adequate sleep can help protect her against things that go bump in the night. Kids who are overtired are more prone to nightmares — doctors chalk this up to the fact that overtired children spend more time transitioning in and out of deep sleep.
Surprise 9: Fidgety Legs
Overtiredness worsens the symptoms of restless-legs syndrome. According to the Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation, RLS affects 1.5 million children and adolescents and contributes to disrupted sleep, fatigue, and depression.
morning—when overtired children reach the naturally-occurring phase of lighter sleep in the pre-dawn hours (from around 4am to 6am), many wake up and stay awake instead of rolling over and falling back to sleep. The best prevention for overtiredness is also the best cure: an age-appropriate bedtime and a solid bedtime routine. According to doctors, parents can prevent the health havoc overtiredness can cause by prioritizing their child’s sleep needs; an extra half-hour of sleep is more important than another extracurricular class, another television show, or another round of video games. It’s a small price to pay for a calmer, happier, healthier child.
Surprise 10: Early Birds
If your little rooster is waking up at 5 a.m., overtiredness could be to blame. Overtiredness is a common reason for waking up too early in the
Malia Jacobson is a nationally published sleep journalist and mom. Her most recent book is “Sleep Tight, Every Night: Helping Toddlers and Preschoolers Sleep Well Without Tears, Tricks, and Tirades.” She blogs about sleep and parenting at www.thewellrestedfamily.com.
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“Desperately Seeking Sleep” continued from page 4 for children to maintain a healthy weight. Research from Warwick Medical School shows that sleep deprivation increases the risk of obesity two-fold in children and adults. According to the journal SLEEP, reduced REM sleep is associated with excess body weight in both kids and teens.
Surprise 4: Diabetes Danger
Kids who don’t sleep enough have an increased risk of diabetes. Multiple studies link insufficient sleep to increased diabetes risk, and new research published in Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism found that just one night of sleep deprivation can bring on insulin resistance, a factor in type 2 diabetes.
Surprise 5: Too Tired, Too Wired
It’s counterintuitive, but overtiredness makes going to sleep more difficult — so depriving kids of naps
or encouraging too-late bedtimes to help kids sleep better at night often backfires. When kids are awake too long, an overbalance of adrenaline makes it difficult to reach and maintain deep, restorative sleep.
Surprise 6: ADHD Imposter
Overtiredness can masquerade in a host of ADHD-like symptoms, and even lead to what researchers call “faux ADHD,” or misdiagnosed ADHD. According to a recent study, faux ADHD is characterized by behavior problems, violence, and learning difficulties, and linked to poor bedtime habits and too little sleep.
Surprise 7: Emotionally Exhausted
New research links overtiredness brought on by missed naps is linked to mood disorders in toddlers. According to a new study, toddlers who miss naps have trouble expressing emotions, which has a lasting effect
on their developing brains.
Surprise 8: Night Frights
Helping your child get adequate sleep can help protect her against things that go bump in the night. Kids who are overtired are more prone to nightmares — doctors chalk this up to the fact that overtired children spend more time transitioning in and out of deep sleep.
Surprise 9: Fidgety Legs
Overtiredness worsens the symptoms of restless-legs syndrome. According to the Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation, RLS affects 1.5 million children and adolescents and contributes to disrupted sleep, fatigue, and depression.
morning—when overtired children reach the naturally-occurring phase of lighter sleep in the pre-dawn hours (from around 4am to 6am), many wake up and stay awake instead of rolling over and falling back to sleep. The best prevention for overtiredness is also the best cure: an age-appropriate bedtime and a solid bedtime routine. According to doctors, parents can prevent the health havoc overtiredness can cause by prioritizing their child’s sleep needs; an extra half-hour of sleep is more important than another extracurricular class, another television show, or another round of video games. It’s a small price to pay for a calmer, happier, healthier child.
Surprise 10: Early Birds
If your little rooster is waking up at 5 a.m., overtiredness could be to blame. Overtiredness is a common reason for waking up too early in the
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DPU’s Role In “Keeping The Lead Out” LOCAL CITY ADVERTISEMENT
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ith national attention on the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, other water utilities, by default, have been cast into the spotlight. Concerned customers are asking what is being done locally to address the issue of lead in the drinking water supply. And, while no process is 100 percent failsafe, customers of Richmond’s Department of Public Utilities can have confidence about the quality and safety of the water that is delivered to their home. For more than 20 years, the City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities (DPU) has been monitoring and addressing the potential for lead contamination of drinking water. DPU began collecting data and making changes to its system in 1991 to ensure and maintain compliance with the requirements outlined in the new Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lead and Copper Rule. The EPA’s Lead and Copper Rule focuses on treatment techniques for lead and requires water systems to control how corrosive the water is. This is followed up by monitoring to guarantee that these metrics are being met. The testing performed by DPU was able to determine the optimal chemical, chemical dose and pH to keep lead from leaching into the city’s drinking water. Over the years, DPU has upgraded its systems to maintain the highest level of quality to customers. Tests are run twice daily to verify proper chemical dosage and online equipment monitors the pH of the water, providing instantaneous results.
Lead Testing
In addition to the process control measures performed at the DPU Water Treatment Plant, the DPU also monitors the water that leaves the plant. It is tested for lead content by the Virginia Department of Consolidated Laboratories once a year. The results for this testing have always been well below the 15 µg/L action level set by EPA. Every three years DPU collects water samples from customers at 50 different locations throughout the service area. These samples are tested for lead and copper concentrations and the report is submitted to the Virginia Department of Health. Since the program started, the system has been in compliance for both lead and copper levels. As needed, based on information or a request that indicates there may be a lead issue at a specific customer location (e.g., medical exam may show high levels of lead in the body, or lead pipes or lead solder is discovered during plumbing repairs), the City will conduct sampling at the site and provide the customer with the results of the testing. This is not a frequent issue. Over the last four years, DPU has responded to 24 requests and all results have come back below the EPA action levels.
What Customers Can Do
Although this might be viewed as a water provider issue, it is very much a property owner issue as well. Homes built prior to 1986 (when the use of lead solder was banned in the US) have a greater likelihood of having lead components in their water lines. DPU does not own water lines located on private property. The water service line, after the water meter, and the pipes in all buildings
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are owned by the property owner and they decide how and when to renew those pipes. When pipes are replaced, it must be done in compliance with current codes and leadfree fixture standards. Customers concerned about the possibility of lead in drinking water, should flush the taps by letting the water run for at least 60 seconds. If the dwelling has a lead service line, water should be flushed for an additional two to three minutes to ensure fresh water is flowing from the water main. To conserve water, running water can be collected and used for cleaning purposes or watering plants.
The Work Continues
DPU continues its work to replace publicly owned lead service water lines within its service area. And, although it is a slow process, progress is being made. DPU director Robert Steidel estimates the City owns approximately 14,000 total lead pipe service lines. To date, about half of those have been replaced. Until all lead service lines in the city are replaced – both on the city side and the customer side - DPU keeps with its formula of treatment, testing and monitoring to prevent lead from leaching from the pipes into the tap water. Property owners interested in having their water tested may contact the City of
FACTS ABOUT DPU WATER • Water Source: James River • Operates a Water Treatment Plant that produces up to 32 million gallons of water/per day • Customers: Approximately 67,000 residential and wholesale • Operates more than 1200 miles of water mains and nine pumping stations • Recipient of the annual GOLD Excellence in Waterworks Operation/Performance Award since 2007 • Recipient of the annual Fluoridation Award – 2005, 2014 Lead Service Hotline: (804) 6468600
Richmond’s Lead Service Hotline at (804) 646-8600. For more information about water quality visit the DPU website at www.RichmondGov.com/PublicUtilities/WaterQualityReports.aspx
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ith national attention on the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, other water utilities, by default, have been cast into the spotlight. Concerned customers are asking what is being done locally to address the issue of lead in the drinking water supply. And, while no process is 100 percent failsafe, customers of Richmond’s Department of Public Utilities can have confidence about the quality and safety of the water that is delivered to their home. For more than 20 years, the City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities (DPU) has been monitoring and addressing the potential for lead contamination of drinking water. DPU began collecting data and making changes to its system in 1991 to ensure and maintain compliance with the requirements outlined in the new Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lead and Copper Rule. The EPA’s Lead and Copper Rule focuses on treatment techniques for lead and requires water systems to control how corrosive the water is. This is followed up by monitoring to guarantee that these metrics are being met. The testing performed by DPU was able to determine the optimal chemical, chemical dose and pH to keep lead from leaching into the city’s drinking water. Over the years, DPU has upgraded its systems to maintain the highest level of quality to customers. Tests are run twice daily to verify proper chemical dosage and online equipment monitors the pH of the water, providing instantaneous results.
Lead Testing
In addition to the process control measures performed at the DPU Water Treatment Plant, the DPU also monitors the water that leaves the plant. It is tested for lead content by the Virginia Department of Consolidated Laboratories once a year. The results for this testing have always been well below the 15 µg/L action level set by EPA. Every three years DPU collects water samples from customers at 50 different locations throughout the service area. These samples are tested for lead and copper concentrations and the report is submitted to the Virginia Department of Health. Since the program started, the system has been in compliance for both lead and copper levels. As needed, based on information or a request that indicates there may be a lead issue at a specific customer location (e.g., medical exam may show high levels of lead in the body, or lead pipes or lead solder is discovered during plumbing repairs), the City will conduct sampling at the site and provide the customer with the results of the testing. This is not a frequent issue. Over the last four years, DPU has responded to 24 requests and all results have come back below the EPA action levels.
What Customers Can Do
Although this might be viewed as a water provider issue, it is very much a property owner issue as well. Homes built prior to 1986 (when the use of lead solder was banned in the US) have a greater likelihood of having lead components in their water lines. DPU does not own water lines located on private property. The water service line, after the water meter, and the pipes in all buildings
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are owned by the property owner and they decide how and when to renew those pipes. When pipes are replaced, it must be done in compliance with current codes and leadfree fixture standards. Customers concerned about the possibility of lead in drinking water, should flush the taps by letting the water run for at least 60 seconds. If the dwelling has a lead service line, water should be flushed for an additional two to three minutes to ensure fresh water is flowing from the water main. To conserve water, running water can be collected and used for cleaning purposes or watering plants.
The Work Continues
DPU continues its work to replace publicly owned lead service water lines within its service area. And, although it is a slow process, progress is being made. DPU director Robert Steidel estimates the City owns approximately 14,000 total lead pipe service lines. To date, about half of those have been replaced. Until all lead service lines in the city are replaced – both on the city side and the customer side - DPU keeps with its formula of treatment, testing and monitoring to prevent lead from leaching from the pipes into the tap water. Property owners interested in having their water tested may contact the City of
FACTS ABOUT DPU WATER • Water Source: James River • Operates a Water Treatment Plant that produces up to 32 million gallons of water/per day • Customers: Approximately 67,000 residential and wholesale • Operates more than 1200 miles of water mains and nine pumping stations • Recipient of the annual GOLD Excellence in Waterworks Operation/Performance Award since 2007 • Recipient of the annual Fluoridation Award – 2005, 2014 Lead Service Hotline: (804) 6468600
Richmond’s Lead Service Hotline at (804) 646-8600. For more information about water quality visit the DPU website at www.RichmondGov.com/PublicUtilities/WaterQualityReports.aspx
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six and up can snap them together to tell stories or create devices like a burglar alarm or a voice changing microphone. ($125) Circuit Maze from thinkfun.com teaches kids to think logically about circuits with a series of 60 puzzles. ($40) Bots. Robots and droids can be fun for the entire family, but many models are expensive, delicate or tricky to operate. Exceptions include Dash and Dot (makewonder.com), freestanding, kid-friendly bots that can be controlled through an app. Sphero.com also sells several durable, rolling robots that will appeal to kids over 8, especially if they are Star Wars fans. Apps. A wide variety of apps claim to teach coding to kids. Two of the better ones come from Hopscotch (gethopscotch.com) Their signature program lets school age kids use code to design games and create artwork. A simpler program called Daisy the Dinosaur is available for preschoolers. (Both free, Apple products. ). Kodable teaches coding practices by having 6-10 year olds maneuver furry, round aliens called Fuzzes through 30 increasingly difficult mazes by using visual arrow icons. (Free. Multiple platforms. Kodable.com) The Foos asks elementary age kids to help cute characters solve problems that just happen to involve coding skills such as pattern recognition and sequencing. (Free for most platforms. TheFoos.com) Lightbot is a slightly
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more abstract set of puzzles that can be addictive for older kids. (Free for most platforms. Lightbot.com) Hybrids. Several interesting programs teach code with a combination of tangible objects and apps. Bloxels has kids 8-12 create video games by inserting brightly colored blocks into a grid to create a pixellated image. Capture the image on a smart phone and an app helps you convert it into a game with characters and obstacles. (bloxelsbuilder.com) Bitsbox. com has a free website, but it also offers a subscription service for elementary school kids. Once a month, kids get a box of new programming challenges along with stickers, small toys and trading cards. Clubs. Cs-first.com offers free modules that can be used in afterschool programs or summer camps. The materials are built around Scratch, a coding language devised at MIT (scratch.mit.edu) and are targeted to students in 4th-8th grade. All you need to start a club is a willing adult and access to one Internetenabled device for each club member. Lessons. For children who develop a taste for coding, several organizations offer a more systematic way to become proficient. Code.org has links to “Hour of Code” projects that offer free one-hour tutorials introducing students to code. They also have a series of videos that help kids master basic algorithms and offer inspiration from master coders like Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg. Pluralsight, a company that provides online training to adults by subscription, offers several free classes for kids at pluralsight.com/kids-courses. At Codeacademy.com, teens who are motivated can master several programming languages through free interactive lessons. Finally, Tynker.com, a program widely used by schools, offers over 1000 coding activities with kid appeal to families willing to pay a monthly subscription. Try the free apps, available for Android and Apple, before signing up. Camps. Summer is a great time
to learn a new skill, and several camps will immerse kids in code. IDtech.com offers camps exploring a variety of technical topics at over 150 locations, including many campuses with prestigious CS programs. Their website makes it easy to find an experience that’s age appropriate for kids 7-18. The Emagination program intersperses lessons in coding with more traditional camp activities. Information about locations and programs, including a popular Minecraft session, is available at computercamps.com. Just for Girls. In the past, boys gravitated towards programming more readily than girls. A number of organizations are trying to reverse that trend. Madewithcode.com, a Google initiative, features exciting coding projects developed by young women. Girlswhocode.com sponsors tech clubs and summer camps for girls. And Girldevelopit.com offers supportive women-only classes in 52 US cities. Stuff around the House. CSunplugged.org promises to teach kids some of the basic concepts of computer science through games and puzzles that use inexpensive materials like cards, string, ping pong balls and crayons that are probably lying around your house. The site which is popular with educators includes downloads and videos explaining how to make use of the materials. With so many options available, every parent should be able to find a program or project that matches your child’s age and temperament as well as the family’s schedule and budget. So what are you waiting for? Get your kids coding now! Carolyn Jabs, M.A., raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has been writing Growing Up Online for ten years and is about to publish a book called Cooperative Wisdom: Bringing People Together When Things Fall Apart. Visit www.growing-up-online.com to read other columns. @ Copyright, 2016, Carolyn Jabs. All rights reserved.
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O
ver 600,000 computing jobs are available in the US, but only 43,000 computer science majors graduated last year. That startling statistic from code.org may explain why 9 out of 10 parents want children to learn computer programming. Even kids who aren’t likely to choose programming as a career benefit from learning something about it. Coding teaches kids to analyze problems, think logically and be persistent about troubleshooting. Getting results also gives kids a sense of accomplishment and confidence that they can make technology work for them. Unfortunately, many K-12 schools don’t routinely offer coding classes. To correct that problem, the White House launched a CS for All Initiative earlier this year. Parents can find out about exemplary school programs at digitalpromise.org and discover local programs in the “Learn” section of code.org. You can also supplement what’s available at school with options like these: Toys. Three dimensional playthings can teach kids the kind of logical sequencing that is at the heart of programming. Code-A-Pillar, coming soon from Fisher Price, is a caterpillar that does different things depending on how a toddler sequences its segments ( $50). Makerbloks.com sells domino size blocks that have different functions. Kids
six and up can snap them together to tell stories or create devices like a burglar alarm or a voice changing microphone. ($125) Circuit Maze from thinkfun.com teaches kids to think logically about circuits with a series of 60 puzzles. ($40) Bots. Robots and droids can be fun for the entire family, but many models are expensive, delicate or tricky to operate. Exceptions include Dash and Dot (makewonder.com), freestanding, kid-friendly bots that can be controlled through an app. Sphero.com also sells several durable, rolling robots that will appeal to kids over 8, especially if they are Star Wars fans. Apps. A wide variety of apps claim to teach coding to kids. Two of the better ones come from Hopscotch (gethopscotch.com) Their signature program lets school age kids use code to design games and create artwork. A simpler program called Daisy the Dinosaur is available for preschoolers. (Both free, Apple products. ). Kodable teaches coding practices by having 6-10 year olds maneuver furry, round aliens called Fuzzes through 30 increasingly difficult mazes by using visual arrow icons. (Free. Multiple platforms. Kodable.com) The Foos asks elementary age kids to help cute characters solve problems that just happen to involve coding skills such as pattern recognition and sequencing. (Free for most platforms. TheFoos.com) Lightbot is a slightly
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more abstract set of puzzles that can be addictive for older kids. (Free for most platforms. Lightbot.com) Hybrids. Several interesting programs teach code with a combination of tangible objects and apps. Bloxels has kids 8-12 create video games by inserting brightly colored blocks into a grid to create a pixellated image. Capture the image on a smart phone and an app helps you convert it into a game with characters and obstacles. (bloxelsbuilder.com) Bitsbox. com has a free website, but it also offers a subscription service for elementary school kids. Once a month, kids get a box of new programming challenges along with stickers, small toys and trading cards. Clubs. Cs-first.com offers free modules that can be used in afterschool programs or summer camps. The materials are built around Scratch, a coding language devised at MIT (scratch.mit.edu) and are targeted to students in 4th-8th grade. All you need to start a club is a willing adult and access to one Internetenabled device for each club member. Lessons. For children who develop a taste for coding, several organizations offer a more systematic way to become proficient. Code.org has links to “Hour of Code” projects that offer free one-hour tutorials introducing students to code. They also have a series of videos that help kids master basic algorithms and offer inspiration from master coders like Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg. Pluralsight, a company that provides online training to adults by subscription, offers several free classes for kids at pluralsight.com/kids-courses. At Codeacademy.com, teens who are motivated can master several programming languages through free interactive lessons. Finally, Tynker.com, a program widely used by schools, offers over 1000 coding activities with kid appeal to families willing to pay a monthly subscription. Try the free apps, available for Android and Apple, before signing up. Camps. Summer is a great time
to learn a new skill, and several camps will immerse kids in code. IDtech.com offers camps exploring a variety of technical topics at over 150 locations, including many campuses with prestigious CS programs. Their website makes it easy to find an experience that’s age appropriate for kids 7-18. The Emagination program intersperses lessons in coding with more traditional camp activities. Information about locations and programs, including a popular Minecraft session, is available at computercamps.com. Just for Girls. In the past, boys gravitated towards programming more readily than girls. A number of organizations are trying to reverse that trend. Madewithcode.com, a Google initiative, features exciting coding projects developed by young women. Girlswhocode.com sponsors tech clubs and summer camps for girls. And Girldevelopit.com offers supportive women-only classes in 52 US cities. Stuff around the House. CSunplugged.org promises to teach kids some of the basic concepts of computer science through games and puzzles that use inexpensive materials like cards, string, ping pong balls and crayons that are probably lying around your house. The site which is popular with educators includes downloads and videos explaining how to make use of the materials. With so many options available, every parent should be able to find a program or project that matches your child’s age and temperament as well as the family’s schedule and budget. So what are you waiting for? Get your kids coding now! Carolyn Jabs, M.A., raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has been writing Growing Up Online for ten years and is about to publish a book called Cooperative Wisdom: Bringing People Together When Things Fall Apart. Visit www.growing-up-online.com to read other columns. @ Copyright, 2016, Carolyn Jabs. All rights reserved.
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2016 CONTINUING Yoga in the Garden
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Learn yoga’s calming rhythms of breathing, movement, and posture in a tranquil Garden setting. Small class sizes enable instructor Jacqueline Gooding to offer individual pointers and address multiple levels of experience. Please bring a blanket, yoga mat, water and appropriate layered clothing for the season. Classes take place in the Garden or inside Garden buildings, depending on weather. Member $75 Non-Member $147. Tuesday, March 8, 2016 @ 9:00a.m. - Tuesday, April 12, 2016 @ 10:30a.m. lewisginter.org (804) 262-9887
Johnny Appleseed
SWIFT CREEK MILL THEATRE
Some stories of Johnny Appleseed are legend, and some are true, and some are a fanciful mixture of both. But Johnny Appleseed was most certainly a real man who loved children, loved the outdoors, loved animals and believed that apples could feed everyone and keep them healthy. Grades Pre-K - 4. 10:15a.m.-12 noon. Theatre tickets: $8.75. Add $2.00 for lunch. (approximately 45 minutes) Through May 12th. 17401 Jefferson Davis Hwy, South Chesterfield, VA 23834. swiftcreekmill.com (804) 748-5203
Disney’s The Lion King ALTRIA THEATER
Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, THE LION KING brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. THE LION KING also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like THE LION KING. All guests require a ticket, regardless of age. We recommend that children be at least six years old to attend a performance of THE LION KING. Each performance lasts 2 hours, 30 minutes including one intermission. Through May 8th. altriatheater.com
SUNDAY, MAY 1 National Parks Adventure
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Narrated by Robert Redford, National Parks Adventure takes you on the ultimate off-trail adventure into the nation’s awe-inspiring great outdoors and untamed wilderness, punctuated by some of America’s most iconic singers and songwriters, including Bruce Springsteen. Perfect for all ages. smv.org
71st Anniversary of Russian Victory Day WEINSTEIN JCC
Commemorate and honor local Russian veterans. Enjoy Russian songs, video, stories, dancing, and food. 11:30a.m.-1:30p.m. 5403 Monument Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23226. (804) 285-6500 weinsteinjcc.org
Explore the Outdoors HUGUENOT PARK
Activities ranging from nature walks to tree climbing, archery, fishing, paddle boarding (on dry land), gardening, camping, art making, and more. Curious George, Smokey the Bear, and a Mermaid will be joining in the fun. Check out your local PBS and NPR stations while touring the radio and television studios. 1:00-5:00p.m. 10901 Robious Road, North Chesterfield, VA. (804) 317-7637 ideastations.org/explore-outdoors
Thomas the Train Day
CONFERDERATE HILLS REC CENTER
Come celebrate trains with family and friends. Don’t miss the excitement of being the conductor and riding the Fun Time Train, train races on the lawn, and train crafts (while supplies last). Bring your friends and come out for train loads of fun. Ages 2-6. 2:00-4:00p.m. 302 Lee Avenue, Henrico, 23075. henrico.us/assets/WS-2016-PG-Web.pdf
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THROUGH MAY 8 Disney’s The Lion King ALTRIA THEATER
Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, THE LION KING brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. THE LION KING also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like THE LION KING. All guests require a ticket, regardless of age. We recommend that children be at least six years old to attend a performance of THE LION KING. Each performance lasts 2 hours, 30 minutes including one intermission. Through May 8th. altriatheater.com
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Family Night with Miss Sheri the the Moms in your life. There will be help for you wrap it all up with bow. Snacks provided by the Clown Hanover Branch Library Friends. 6:00-7:00p.m. CHICK-FIL-A AT WESTCHESTER COMMONS
Enjoy games, face painting, and balloon animals. Free Icedream Sundaes for Kids 12 and under. Families – take the cell phone challenge for a special treat too. 5:30-7:30p.m. 132 Schofield Drive, Midlothian , VA 23113. (804) 378-4232 cfarestaurant.com/westchestercommons
Mother’s Day Party
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Moms, time to celebrate you. This party is full of fun activities including a special tea party, a keepsake art project, food, and more. 5:30-7:00p.m. (804) 364-6363 bit.ly/1Vwg8b5
Charterhouse School horticulture students will sell a variety of plants and flowers, including annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, houseplants, hanging baskets, planters ,and more. 9:00-3:00p.m. Through May 5th. 3900 West Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23230. (804) 353-4461 umfs.org
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book. Snacks provided by the Friends of the Upper King William Library. 3:30-5:30p.m. 694-J Sharon Road, King William, VA 23086. (804) 769-3731 pamunkeylibrary.org
THURSDAY, MAY 5 Mother Goose
HARDYWOOD PARK CRAFT BREWERY
Grab a beer, hit the food trucks, and enjoy a great one-hour concert featuring selections from Fauré, Ravel, and Mendelssohn. Discussion in the Hardywood tasting room. 6:30-7:30p.m. 2408-2410 Ownby Lane, Richmond, Virginia 23220. (804) 788-4717 richmondsymphony.com/event/mother-goose/
FRIDAY, MAY 6 Mother’s Day Weekend
LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN
Honor and spend time with mom. Activities in the Children’s Garden include: make a Mother’s Day card and a flower made of recycled material. Food is also available for purchase in front of the Bloemendaal House from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m. 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23228. (804) 262-9887 lewisginter.org/event/mothers-day-weekendcelebration/
Enjoy an afternoon of gourmet teas and tasty treats! Ladies and gentlemen in period dress will teach guests 19th century etiquette while they enjoy fine teas and period-style snacks. Attendees will also learn about the history and traditions of the modern tea service. Reservations required. Seatings at 2:00pm. 2:00-5:00p.m. 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, Virginia 23803 (804) 861-2408 memberservices@pamplinpark.org
FRIDAY, MAY 13 32nd St. Anthony’s Lebanese Food Festival ST. ANTHONY’S MARONITE CATHOLIC CHURCH
RAIN OR SHINE ~ FREE PARKING AND FREE ADMISSION! The Lebanese Food Festival voted The Area’s Favorite Festival looks forward to this year’s annual event! Just wait until you taste the incredible flavors of our Lebanese cuisine. Something for everyone! Free Shuttle and offsite parking available at Markel Inc., 4501 Highwoods Parkway. No Pets allowed. Dates: May 13-15, 2016. Times: Friday and Saturday, 10a.m.10p.m.; Sunday, 10a.m.-8p.m. 4611 Sadler Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060 Festival@StAnthonyMaroniteChurch.org www.StAnthonyMaroniteChurch.org
Help your parent(s) or yourself make the Golden Years more golden. Presented by Hermitage Wealth Management at Parkside Assisted Living. Topics include: Accounts, Credit Reports, Executor, Funeral Arrangements, and Having An Organizer. Free session brought to you by the Beth Sholom Elder Abuse Program. 5:30-7:00p.m. (804) 750-2183 bethsholom-lifecare.org
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8th Annual American Legion Post 242 & Battlefield Post 144, Sandston Memorial Day Parade. Noon – Veterans Recognition Ceremony at Seven Pines National Cemetery. 1pm – Parade starts at Seven Pines Elementary School on Beulah Road and proceeds down Williamsburg Road through Sandston to Confederate Avenue. 2pm – Post parade festivities include live music by the Continentals, children’s activities, & exhibitor booths. 12:00p.m.-5:00p.m. (804) 501-7275 mur12@henrico.us
Water Play Spring Schedule LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN
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May 6-8, 2016, Fri and Sat 10-6, Sun 10-3, Clarion Hotel, 3207 N. Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23230. Free parking, admission, and appraisals. Youth Day on Saturday. richmondcoinclub.com (804) 350-1140
Mother’s Day Tea
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SATURDAY, MAY 14
Richmond Coin and Currency Show
Water Play During warm spring, summer, and fall days, the Children’s Garden is the coolest place to be! Bring or wear your bathing suit and water shoes to enjoy the gentle water sprays. Don’t forget a towel and remember that swimming diapers are required for those not potty-trained. Water Play is operational when the air temperature is 70 degrees or higher. 1:00p.m.-4:45p.m. 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23228. (804) 262-9887 contactus@lewisginter.org
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Old Dominion Barn Dance Is Back: Gene Watson HENRICO THEATRE
Featuring Nashville stars and the best of Virginia’s country and bluegrass entertainment. Special guest: Gene Watson and his Farewell Party Band! Also starring the cast of the Old Dominion Barn Dance and bluegrass music from The Joe Currence Band, featuring Whitney Perkins. Tickets: $45. Saturday and Sunday, May 14-15, 2016. Henrico Theatre, 305 E. Nine Mile Rd, Highland Springs, VA 23075.
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2016 CONTINUING Yoga in the Garden
LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDENS
Learn yoga’s calming rhythms of breathing, movement, and posture in a tranquil Garden setting. Small class sizes enable instructor Jacqueline Gooding to offer individual pointers and address multiple levels of experience. Please bring a blanket, yoga mat, water and appropriate layered clothing for the season. Classes take place in the Garden or inside Garden buildings, depending on weather. Member $75 Non-Member $147. Tuesday, March 8, 2016 @ 9:00a.m. - Tuesday, April 12, 2016 @ 10:30a.m. lewisginter.org (804) 262-9887
Johnny Appleseed
SWIFT CREEK MILL THEATRE
Some stories of Johnny Appleseed are legend, and some are true, and some are a fanciful mixture of both. But Johnny Appleseed was most certainly a real man who loved children, loved the outdoors, loved animals and believed that apples could feed everyone and keep them healthy. Grades Pre-K - 4. 10:15a.m.-12 noon. Theatre tickets: $8.75. Add $2.00 for lunch. (approximately 45 minutes) Through May 12th. 17401 Jefferson Davis Hwy, South Chesterfield, VA 23834. swiftcreekmill.com (804) 748-5203
Disney’s The Lion King ALTRIA THEATER
Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, THE LION KING brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. THE LION KING also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like THE LION KING. All guests require a ticket, regardless of age. We recommend that children be at least six years old to attend a performance of THE LION KING. Each performance lasts 2 hours, 30 minutes including one intermission. Through May 8th. altriatheater.com
SUNDAY, MAY 1 National Parks Adventure
THE DOME AT THE SCIENCE MUSEUM OF VIRGINIA
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Narrated by Robert Redford, National Parks Adventure takes you on the ultimate off-trail adventure into the nation’s awe-inspiring great outdoors and untamed wilderness, punctuated by some of America’s most iconic singers and songwriters, including Bruce Springsteen. Perfect for all ages. smv.org
71st Anniversary of Russian Victory Day WEINSTEIN JCC
Commemorate and honor local Russian veterans. Enjoy Russian songs, video, stories, dancing, and food. 11:30a.m.-1:30p.m. 5403 Monument Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23226. (804) 285-6500 weinsteinjcc.org
Explore the Outdoors HUGUENOT PARK
Activities ranging from nature walks to tree climbing, archery, fishing, paddle boarding (on dry land), gardening, camping, art making, and more. Curious George, Smokey the Bear, and a Mermaid will be joining in the fun. Check out your local PBS and NPR stations while touring the radio and television studios. 1:00-5:00p.m. 10901 Robious Road, North Chesterfield, VA. (804) 317-7637 ideastations.org/explore-outdoors
Thomas the Train Day
CONFERDERATE HILLS REC CENTER
Come celebrate trains with family and friends. Don’t miss the excitement of being the conductor and riding the Fun Time Train, train races on the lawn, and train crafts (while supplies last). Bring your friends and come out for train loads of fun. Ages 2-6. 2:00-4:00p.m. 302 Lee Avenue, Henrico, 23075. henrico.us/assets/WS-2016-PG-Web.pdf
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THROUGH MAY 8 Disney’s The Lion King ALTRIA THEATER
Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, THE LION KING brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. THE LION KING also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like THE LION KING. All guests require a ticket, regardless of age. We recommend that children be at least six years old to attend a performance of THE LION KING. Each performance lasts 2 hours, 30 minutes including one intermission. Through May 8th. altriatheater.com
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Family Night with Miss Sheri the the Moms in your life. There will be help for you wrap it all up with bow. Snacks provided by the Clown Hanover Branch Library Friends. 6:00-7:00p.m. CHICK-FIL-A AT WESTCHESTER COMMONS
Enjoy games, face painting, and balloon animals. Free Icedream Sundaes for Kids 12 and under. Families – take the cell phone challenge for a special treat too. 5:30-7:30p.m. 132 Schofield Drive, Midlothian , VA 23113. (804) 378-4232 cfarestaurant.com/westchestercommons
Mother’s Day Party
7527 Library Drive, Hanover, VA 23069. (804) 365-6210 pamunkeylibrary.org
WEDNESDAY, MAY 4 Green Thumbs Plant Sale UMFS
Moms, time to celebrate you. This party is full of fun activities including a special tea party, a keepsake art project, food, and more. 5:30-7:00p.m. (804) 364-6363 bit.ly/1Vwg8b5
Charterhouse School horticulture students will sell a variety of plants and flowers, including annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, houseplants, hanging baskets, planters ,and more. 9:00-3:00p.m. Through May 5th. 3900 West Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23230. (804) 353-4461 umfs.org
Mother’s Day Make & Take
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Let’s Go
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book. Snacks provided by the Friends of the Upper King William Library. 3:30-5:30p.m. 694-J Sharon Road, King William, VA 23086. (804) 769-3731 pamunkeylibrary.org
THURSDAY, MAY 5 Mother Goose
HARDYWOOD PARK CRAFT BREWERY
Grab a beer, hit the food trucks, and enjoy a great one-hour concert featuring selections from Fauré, Ravel, and Mendelssohn. Discussion in the Hardywood tasting room. 6:30-7:30p.m. 2408-2410 Ownby Lane, Richmond, Virginia 23220. (804) 788-4717 richmondsymphony.com/event/mother-goose/
FRIDAY, MAY 6 Mother’s Day Weekend
LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN
Honor and spend time with mom. Activities in the Children’s Garden include: make a Mother’s Day card and a flower made of recycled material. Food is also available for purchase in front of the Bloemendaal House from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m. 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23228. (804) 262-9887 lewisginter.org/event/mothers-day-weekendcelebration/
Enjoy an afternoon of gourmet teas and tasty treats! Ladies and gentlemen in period dress will teach guests 19th century etiquette while they enjoy fine teas and period-style snacks. Attendees will also learn about the history and traditions of the modern tea service. Reservations required. Seatings at 2:00pm. 2:00-5:00p.m. 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, Virginia 23803 (804) 861-2408 memberservices@pamplinpark.org
FRIDAY, MAY 13 32nd St. Anthony’s Lebanese Food Festival ST. ANTHONY’S MARONITE CATHOLIC CHURCH
RAIN OR SHINE ~ FREE PARKING AND FREE ADMISSION! The Lebanese Food Festival voted The Area’s Favorite Festival looks forward to this year’s annual event! Just wait until you taste the incredible flavors of our Lebanese cuisine. Something for everyone! Free Shuttle and offsite parking available at Markel Inc., 4501 Highwoods Parkway. No Pets allowed. Dates: May 13-15, 2016. Times: Friday and Saturday, 10a.m.10p.m.; Sunday, 10a.m.-8p.m. 4611 Sadler Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060 Festival@StAnthonyMaroniteChurch.org www.StAnthonyMaroniteChurch.org
Help your parent(s) or yourself make the Golden Years more golden. Presented by Hermitage Wealth Management at Parkside Assisted Living. Topics include: Accounts, Credit Reports, Executor, Funeral Arrangements, and Having An Organizer. Free session brought to you by the Beth Sholom Elder Abuse Program. 5:30-7:00p.m. (804) 750-2183 bethsholom-lifecare.org
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8th Annual American Legion Post 242 & Battlefield Post 144, Sandston Memorial Day Parade. Noon – Veterans Recognition Ceremony at Seven Pines National Cemetery. 1pm – Parade starts at Seven Pines Elementary School on Beulah Road and proceeds down Williamsburg Road through Sandston to Confederate Avenue. 2pm – Post parade festivities include live music by the Continentals, children’s activities, & exhibitor booths. 12:00p.m.-5:00p.m. (804) 501-7275 mur12@henrico.us
Water Play Spring Schedule LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN
PAMPLIN HISTORICAL PARK
PARKSIDE ASSISTED LIVING, BETH SHOLOM
Lawrence E. Gelber, M.D.
Robert S. Call, M.D.
William T. Hark, M.D.
Come in for a Tour AlphaDogClub.com
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Richmond Coin and Currency Show
Water Play During warm spring, summer, and fall days, the Children’s Garden is the coolest place to be! Bring or wear your bathing suit and water shoes to enjoy the gentle water sprays. Don’t forget a towel and remember that swimming diapers are required for those not potty-trained. Water Play is operational when the air temperature is 70 degrees or higher. 1:00p.m.-4:45p.m. 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23228. (804) 262-9887 contactus@lewisginter.org
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Old Dominion Barn Dance Is Back: Gene Watson HENRICO THEATRE
Featuring Nashville stars and the best of Virginia’s country and bluegrass entertainment. Special guest: Gene Watson and his Farewell Party Band! Also starring the cast of the Old Dominion Barn Dance and bluegrass music from The Joe Currence Band, featuring Whitney Perkins. Tickets: $45. Saturday and Sunday, May 14-15, 2016. Henrico Theatre, 305 E. Nine Mile Rd, Highland Springs, VA 23075.
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