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If you’re still looking for ideas for school clothes, the Le Petite Vogue - NC Kids Fashion Week is the place to get the latest on hot trends! The week of August 6-8 at Mayfaire Town Center you can attend the annual event that showcases the latest fashion & the products kids love while partnering with the community to create awareness about local non profits & their impact. From tots to pre-teens, Fashion Week will include a weekend of: • Thursday, August 6 – Mini Me Shopping events at participating Mayfaire retail stores • Friday, August 7 – Pop Sugar opening night family fun concert on the Mayfaire Event Lawn • Saturday morning, August 8 – Character crawl at participating Mayfaire retail stores • Saturday afternoon, August 8 – Runway show on the Mayfaire Event Lawn Live music by the featured band, Avery and Grace, will perform for the crowds over the weekend. Avery and Grace are a teen acoustic singer-songwriter duo based in Wilmington, NC featuring Avery on guitar and vocals and Grace on vocals. Before you get too serious about school, New Hanover County Library wants to announce a concert by International Library Hip-Hop Superstar Melvil Dewey -- aka Mr. Scooter Hayes. This entertaining Children’s Librarian at Myrtle Grove Library will be performing on August 12th at 10:30am, at Carolina Courtyard Park, on the corner of 3rd and Chestnut Streets next to the Main Library. This is a great time to get excited about learning while Melvil Dewey performs a free concert for kids. The concert will be filmed and, after production, posted for viewing on the Library’s website. Outside of working hours, Mr. Scooter has recorded two CDs and performed at schools and libraries across the United States. His shows encourage children to be lifelong readers and teach about the importance of libraries. v Have a tip, lead, or just an interesting bit of news to share? I want to hear all about it! Send me an email at danielle.wilmingtonparent@gmail.com. If you include a picture, I’ll be extra excited!
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growing up online
Charity for Every Day of the Year By Carolyn Jabs
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hat’s the best way to raise generous kids? That question takes on extra urgency during the holidays when families are urged to participate in national events like ‘Make a Difference Day’ (the Fourth Saturday in October) and ‘Giving Tuesday’ (the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving) as well as local projects like canned food drives and angel trees. Valuable as these seasonal efforts may be, some experts argue that kids benefit more when they have year round opportunities to think about and respond to needs that resonate with them. One study done by the Philanthropy Institute at the University of Indiana found that children were 20% more likely to be generous givers if their parents talked with them regularly about the good they could do by contributing time and money. The best charitable projects connect with the interests of the child as well as the your family’s resources and values. The following websites offer a wide variety of ways families can get involved in doing good—any time of year.
Micro Giving A number of websites allow visitors to make tiny donations simply by doing things that are part of their daily routine. These websites aren’t a substitute for other projects, but they do create a kind of mindfulness about causes that deserve your support. And, for kids, they also demonstrate the cumulative power when many people do good things in small amounts. Searching: GoodSearch.com is a philanthropic search engine that donates 50% of its advertising revenue to a cause that you designate. The site also has a Goodshop option that allows you to donate a percentage of your purchase to charity. Clicking: Care2 has an entire page filled with sites that allow you to support favorite causes by clicking once a day, www.care2.com/click-todonate. The sites are supported by sponsors who make micro-donations for each click. Walking. Anyone with a smartphone can download the app at charitymiles.org. Then, you and your child can choose one of the approved charities. A corporate sponsor will donate up to 25 cents for every mile you walk or run and up to 10 cents for every mile you log on your bike. Sponsor a Child. Children often like the idea of helping another child who is the same age. Plan International www.planusa.org and Children International children.org have websites that make it easy to identify a specific child in a specific country. Children International allows donations to individuals, families or communities. Plan International encourages sponsors to communicate with and even visit children. Charitable gift cards. Several websites will help you create donation cards. If you give one to a child or, for that matter, other family members, they get the satisfaction of choosing who will receive the donation (and you get a tax deduction.) Justgive.org and tisbest.org serve a wide range of
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charities. Both charge a small service fee that covers the creation of the card, as well as the credit card fee. Reinvent family traditions. With a little thought, families can make special occasions even more meaningful by sharing the joy. For example, if you make special foods for a holiday, double the batch so you can share with an elderly neighbor or a family facing hard times. At birthday parties, consider asking guests to bring a gently used book or toy to be donated to a local charity. Or create a birthday-in-a box for a child who might not otherwise have a party. For details about this and other generous ideas, visit family-to-family.org. Join the crowd. Crowdfunding is a popular way to support good causes. Crowdrise.com, startsomegood.com and justgiving.com are all good ways to expose teens and pre-teens to what others are doing to make the world a better place. If you find a cause that connects with your child, you may want to match whatever the child decides to donate. Some families create a jar for spare change and decide together where to donate the funds. For younger children, consider a “money savvy” bank that helps kids allocate their allowance to spending, saving, donating and investing msgen.com. Make a loan. Sometimes the best way to help people is to loan them what they need to start a business. Kiva.com pools contributions as small as $25 into small loans that can be used to start or expand entrepreneurial projects that improve the lives of impoverished families. When the loan is repaid, your family can invest again. Volunteer your time. For many families, giving time makes more sense than giving money. Volunteermatch.org will help you find both local and virtual ways to volunteer in your community. Make donations count. Not all charities are created equal. Some, for example, spend a disproportionate amount of what they raise on salaries or fund-raising. To be sure a charity is legitimate and well-run, encourage older children to do a little research. Give.org, a site managed by the Better Business Bureau, evaluates organizations on several criteria including board oversight, transparency and donor privacy. Charitynavigator.org provides information on charities with donations over one million dollars. Charitywatch.org does a very rigorous review of a smaller number of charities. Foundationcenter.org provides easy access to the 990 forms that charities must file to preserve their tax exempt status. Whatever you decide to do, remember that the real benefits come from helping kids recognize needs and think constructively about what they can do to help. You don’t really need a website or an app for that—just an open heart and willingness to give what you can. v 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 working on a book about constructive responses to conflict. Visit www. growing-up-online.com to read other columns.
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All Month Long! Cotton Exchange Tours Daily (Year Round). Cotton Exchange, Downtown. Tales of mystery of the Cotton Exchange ghosts. $10/ Adults. $8/Students & Seniors. Free/Under age 12. Visit www.TourOldWilmington.blogspot.com or call 409-4300 for information. Guardians of the Garden Airlie Gardens. Through 10/25. Airlie Gardens is proud to host artist Dumay Gorham, III for his first solo exhibit in seven years! His creations in copper showcases his artistic talent for bringing creatures both real and imagined into the third dimension. Admission included with garden admission. Dumay Gorham, III is a Wilmington native, a graduate of NCSU and the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. He has been welding and working in metal for 15 years and is one of the many talented artists at ACME Art Studios in downtown Wilmington. In addition to private homes and gardens, Dumay has completed projects for: The City of Wilmington, the Bald Head Island Conservancy, Oak Island Recreation Center, Marriott Inc., UNCW, The North Carolina Aquariums, New Hanover County Arboretum, Live Oak Bank, & our own Airlie Gardens. Copper has always been his favorite metal. Make it Work 9am-5pm, through 9/13. Cape Fear Museum. Throughout history, simple machines have helped people with maritime-related tasks such as loading and unloading cargo, aiming naval cannons and raising and lowering anchors. Come aboard and discover how the six types of universal simple machines make maritime work easier. Try your hand at large-scale exhibits and life levers, work with wedges, wheels and axles, pulleys and much more! In addition, visitors will get to view historic objects and images from the museum’s collection related to Wilmington’s boat and ship building
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history, view maritime-related photographs from the Lower Cape Fear and even go on a simple machines scavenger hunt throughout the museum! Downtown Wilmington Trolley Tour Downtown at Water St. Wilmington Trolley offers a tour through the Port City on an authentically reproduced trolley. Tour highlights include: museums, beautiful mansions, birthplaces of famous natives, TV & movie locations, fine dining ideas, shopping, history and more! www.wilmingtontrolley.com.
1 Saturday Riverfront Farmers’ Market 8am-1pm, Saturdays. Downtown Riverfront. Through Nov. 21. Features local farmers, produce, arts and crafts, music, and more. Items change weekly depending on the season and include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables and herbs, eggs and cheeses, plants and flowers, meat and seafood, doggie treats, tea, honey, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, wine, art, and more. Rain or shine. Young Living Yoga & Essential Oils Class 12pm, Saturdays. Be Unlimited Yoga, 5725 Oleander Dr. Suite B10. 30 minutes of gentle yoga, 30 minutes oil workshop with different themes every week. $5. Super Saturday Fun Time 3pm Saturdays. TheatreNow. Join DOCK, the dog, and his two-legged friends as they uncover mysteries and discover artifacts (courtesy of Cape Fear Museum). Different adventure each week. Families welcome. $8/person. Visit www.theatrewilmington. com for tickets. Pokemon Trading Post 3pm. Learning Express. Bring your card collection and get ready to trade. All ages. No reservations needed.
2 Sunday - International Friendship Day Family Fun Day 9am - 5pm. Airlie Gardens. Visit the parks and Arboretum for a full day of family fun. Contact 798-7700 or visit www.airliegardens.org for more information. Residents Free Day - Cape Fear Museum 1 – 5pm. Cape Fear Museum. NHC residents are admitted free to the Museum the first Sunday of every month. Call 798-4350 or visit www.capefearmuseum. com for information. Boogie in the Park Concert Series: Overtyme Band 5-7pm. Ocean Front Park, Kure Beach. Free concert series featuring Overtyme Band and their rock & roll music from the decades. Bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy the music! Movies at the Lake: The Box Trolls 8:45pm. Carolina Beach Lake. Bring your chairs and find a spot on the lawn where the whole family can enjoy newly released movies every Sunday night throughout the summer. Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, cotton candy, and more for sale at reasonable prices or bring your own food and beverages. For a complete list of movies visit www.pleasureislandnc.org.
3 Monday Finger Painting with Finger Brushes 10am. Learning Express. For ages 3+. Free with reservation 910-313-3100. Railroad Storytime 10:30am. Wilmington Railroad Museum. Hear stories and enjoy creative activities in the Children’s Hall. $4/Family. Free/Members. Call 763-2634 for more information. www.wilmingtonparent.com
Mom to Mom: BYOB 1pm. Main Library. Moms, bring baby to the library and discuss all things baby related with other moms. Parenting books and guest speakers will be available to help answer questions. During this hour it’s okay to: be late, nurse/feed baby, change diapers, and cry (baby or mom). Free 2 hour parking on ground floor of library parking deck. Contact Librarian (and new mom) Susan DeMarco for more details at 798-6353.
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Mighty Mites! 3:30pm. Northeast Library. Literature based fun for preschool ages 3 to 5 years; registration is not required. We’ll read a book and enjoy crafts, movement, or other fun activities each week. We’ll feature a different book each week. Mini Monets Clay & Sculpture Art Class 4:45-5:30pm, Mondays. Kings Grant Area. Let’s get our hands dirty with clay! All projects will be handmade in different types of clay and sculpting materials. This session is a great opportunity to create art in three dimension. Visit www.minimonetsart.com or call 3991708 for more information.
4 Tuesday Storytime at the Library 9:30am; 10am; 10:30, Tuesdays. Main Library. Babies up to 18 months at 9:30 are invited to bring an adult lap and enjoy up to 20 minutes of books, songs, fingerplays & rhymes. Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old are invited at 10am to 20 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in Story Place. Preschoolers aged 3 to 5 are invited at 10:30am to 20-30 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in our storytime room! Call 798-6303 for details. Happy Little Singers 9:45am, Tuesdays. Hannah Block USO/ Community Arts Center. Music and Movement program for children 6 months to 6 years. Sing, Dance, Instruments, Creative Play with your child. Drop-ins welcome, $10 per family. Please call or text in advance 777-8889. Kid’s Clapping Games 11am. Main Library. Take some time to celebrate childhood through refreshingly fun and simple hand-clapping games. Clapping games are not only fun for all ages, they help improve coordination and memory skills. Butterfly Release 2pm, Tuesdays. Airlie Gardens. You are invited to take part in a butterfly release. An educator will be in the Butterfly House starting at 2pm with information on butterfly life cycles and the types of butterflies that are in the Butterfly House that week. Butterflies will be released at 2:30pm. In case of rain, we will have an educator in our classroom from 2pm to 2:45pm. Guests will still be able to observe butterflies. Butterfly releases are free with garden admission.
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Totally Teen Tuesday: Book Swap and Be a Pet’s Hero Volunteering 3:30pm. Northeast Library. Teens and tweens unite for a terrific time! Volunteer time will include packing items donated to Be a Pet’s Hero. Visit www.nhclibrary.org for more information. Kid’s Cooking Club 3:30 - 4:30pm Tuesdays. Children’s Museum. Learn new skills and explore fun seasonal recipes. Then savor the flavor of your hard work. Kids Cooking Club is sponsored by Harris Teeter. Visit www.playwilmington.org for weekly themes and call 254-3534 to pre-register. Family Night at Carolina Beach Boardwalk 6:30-8:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Bring the family out for bounce house, kids activities, entertainment, raffles and more!! Featuring: Lynn and the Wave.
5 Wednesday Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market 8am-1pm, Wednesdays. Poplar Grove Plantation. Through Nov. 18. Features fresh local fruits and veggies, dairy products, meats and seafood, baked goods, and sweets, plus arts & crafts, cut flowers, wine and more. Wrightsville Beach Wahine Classic 8am. Wrightsville Beach. The Wrightsville Beach Wahine Classic continues to be a www.wilmingtonparent.com
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beloved Wrightsville Beach surfing tradition. Returning to the south end of Wrightsville Beach, this forum is for all levels of female surfers; amateur to pro and experienced. Divisions will include: Pro Shortboard and Pro Longboard, open to all ages; and Amateur Shortboard and Longboard, grouped by age. The popular Stand Up Paddleboard division as well as the crowd favorite Tiny Wahine event will complete the competition.
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Storytime at the Library 9:30am; 10am; 10:30, Wednesdays. Myrtle Grove Library & Northeast Library. Babies up to 18 months at 9:30 are invited to bring an adult lap and enjoy up to 20 minutes of books, songs, fingerplays & rhymes. Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old are invited at 10am to 20 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in Story Place. Preschoolers aged 3 to 5 are invited at 10:30am to 20-30 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in our storytime room! Call 798-6303 for details. Storytime by the Sea 10am, Wednesdays through 8/26. Ocean Front Park, Kure Beach. Free event. Join characters from Fairytales and Dreams by the Sea at Ocean Front Park for stories, crafts and games. Fun activities for both boys and girls, as well as time for photos with the Princesses. Come dressed as your own favorite character to add to the fun. We hope to see you there! S.T.E.M. Explorations 10am & 3:30pm, Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. STEM programs explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics by applying them in fun, hands-on activities. Children will learn about the scientific process while measuring and recording in mathematical terms, developing critical thinking skills in the process. Please pre-register. Visit www.playwilmington.org for more information.
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Preschool Math and Science program 10:30am. Smith Creek Park. Play, learn, and explore with your child. Math and science concepts will be introduced through interactive story times, hands on science experiments and exploration stations. This program is designed for children between the ages of 3-6. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Visit www.nhclibrary.org to register. Family Movies @ Northeast Library - Strange Magic 3pm. Northeast Library. Wednesdays this Summer: all movies are rated G or PG and are free and open to the public. BYO (Bring Your Own) Blankets and Spill-Proof Drinks/Snacks. Mini Monets Clay & Sculpture Art Class 4:15-5pm, Wednesdays. Carolina Beach Rec Center. Let’s get our hands dirty with clay! All projects will be handmade in different types of clay and sculpting materials. This session is a great opportunity to create art in three dimension. Visit www.minimonetsart.com or call 3991708 for more information.
6 Thursday Storytime at the Library 9:30am; 10am; 10:30, Thursdays. Myrtle Grove & Northeast Library. Babies up to 18 months at 9:30 are invited to bring an adult lap and enjoy up to 20 minutes of books, songs, fingerplays & rhymes. Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old are invited at 10am to 20 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in Story Place. Preschoolers aged 3 to 5 are invited at 10:30am to 20-30 minutes 12 | August 2015 | Wilmington Parent
of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in our storytime room! Call 798-6303 for details. Music for Babies & Toddlers with Catherine 10am. Learning Express. Music and movement and fun for babies from birth to toddlers (newborn-3 years). Free with reservation, 910-313-3100. StoryCOOKS 10am, Thursdays. Children’s Museum. A cooking club for preschoolers where we read a story and make a dish inspired by the book. Visit www.playwilmington.org for more information and weekly themes. Sing Along with Julie 11-11:40am. Main Library. We will be singing traditional tunes and rhymes. Your children won’t care whether you can carry a tune or not. They just want to have fun singing with you. We meet at the Main Library in Story Place. Come and check it out! No fees or registration. Child Yoga 3:30pm. Children’s Museum. Get moving the first Thursday of every month in Child Yoga. This month’s theme is “OMazing Love.” Visit www.playwilmington.org for details. Jump! Move! Learn! 3:30pm, Thursdays. Children’s Museum. Join us in learning how to keep our bodies healthy and happy. Discover new exercises and games while learning all about the human body. Ideal for ages 5-9. Visit www.playwilmington.org for details. Local Superheroes: Cape Fear Museum Logic Jam 3:30pm. Northeast Library. Junior Superheroes 6 to 12 years of age are invited to weekly programs every Thursday at 3:30 p.m. during Summer Reading Club! We end our series with the Cape Fear Museum and logic puzzles to help train our brain! Will you have super brain powers by the end of the program? Come and find out! No Registration required. Fireworks by the Sea and Music: Jack Jack 180 6:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the Pop/ Rock music of Jack Jack 180 at 6:30 pm at the gazebo. The fireworks and gazebo entertainment are free and open to all, weather permitting. Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for a complete summer schedule. WECT Sounds of Summer: The Imitations 6:30pm. Wrightsville Beach Park. Get ready to party by the sea as we kick-off this year’s free WECT Sounds of Summer Concert Series! Tonight enjoy the sounds of The Imitations! You’re invited to bring your picnic, lawn chairs, and blankets for an evening of music and fun! Visit www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com for a complete summer schedule.
7 Friday Toddler Time 10am, Fridays. Children’s Museum. No registration necessary. Projects and activities for our youngest visitors (ages 4 and under) and their special grownups to work on together. Call 254-3534 or visit www.playwilmington.org for more information. Family Yoga Storytime 10:30am, Fridays. Main Library. Parents & children, www.wilmingtonparent.com
newborns and older, will have fun listening to stories while stretching and learning basic yoga postures with Miss Susan. Children must have an adult present. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or beach towel. No registration required! Call 798-6353 for more details. Baby Play! 11am, Fridays. Children’s Museum. No registration necessary. An informal playtime for babies to explore the world around them through hands-on discovery, sensory play, music, baby sign language, early creative experiences, and more! (Ideal for ages 6 - 18 months) Movies at Main Library - Planes, Fire & Rescue 2-4pm. Main Library. Dusty joins forces with a team of veteran firefighters; together, they battle a massive fire, and Dusty learns what it takes to be a true hero. All movies are FREE and rated PG. Snacks and covered drinks are allowed. Adventures in the Arts 3:30pm, Fridays. Children’s Museum. Please pre-register. Bring your child to express their creativity through various forms of art including but not limited to painting, sculpture, music, theater, dance, drawing, and printing. Visit www.playwilmington.org for details. Fabricate Fabulous Fablossoms 4pm. Learning Express. Create a beautiful flower pin, hair clip or bow tie with fabric and gems using the unique Fablossom board. Free with reservations, ages 8+, 910313-3100. Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Red Zeppelin 6pm. Riverfront Park. Tonight’s concert features Red Zepplin, a tribute to Zepplin. Beer, wine and food available for purchase. Rain or shine. Schedule subject to change. Summer Concert Series: Boba Funk 6-8pm. Airlie Gardens. We welcome Boba Funk for an evening of Funk and R&B music and lots of dancing! Concerts are open to the general public and admission is free for Airlie Members. General admission parking is offsite at the Old Cinema 6 at 5335 Oleander Drive across from Jungle Rapids. A free trolley service will run throughout the evening from the Cinema to the Gardens. Concert tickets are now available for purchase online at www. airliegardens.org and at the Airlie Gift Shop. Tickets are $9/ Adults, $2/Children(4-12), Free for children under 4 years. Summer Concert Series at Fort Fisher: Quilted Sky 6:30-8:30pm. Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area. Bring the family, some chairs or a blanket. Enjoy the sounds of Quilted Sky during the free concert series at historic Fort Fisher. Mayfaire’s Music on the Town Concert Series: Chillin Dixie 6:30pm, Fridays. Mayfaire Event Lawn. Plentiful free parking is available on site, just bring a blanket or chairs for comfort and pick something up from one of Mayfaire’s 20 eateries. This week enjoy the Country sounds of Chillin Dixie. Our fun family friendly sponsors will be out with activities and goodies for all. Visit www.mayfairetown. com/events/concert-series for a complete summer listing.
8 Saturday Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market 8am-1pm, Saturdays. Carolina Beach Lake Park. Through www.wilmingtonparent.com
Childcare Listing Guide Childcare – Preschools AAI Pharma Learning Center 2320 Scientific Park Drive Wilmington, NC 28405 910-254-7384 • denise.ward@aaipharma.om Ages 6 weeks-12 years. 5 star program with degreed teachers,low staff /child ratios, and a Project Approach based curriculum. Full day, After School and morning programs available. Childcare Network 8 convenient locations in Wilmington, Southport and Leland 866-521-KIDS • www.childcarenetwork.com Ages 6-weeks to 12-years The Children’s Schoolhouse Montessori 612 South College Rd. Wilmington, NC 28403 910-799-1531 • www.childrensschoolhouse.org Now enrolling students ages 3-5, for 2, 3, or 5 day programs. Jenkins Preschool Academy 7888 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28411 910-367-7210 • www.jpawilmington.com Half day programs 9am-12pm, 2 or 3 day classes for 2-3 yr. olds, 5-day programs for 4 y.o. And PreK Friends School of Wilmington PreK 207 Pine Grove Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403 910-791-8221 • www.fsow.org A truly unique and desirable educational experience. Montessori teaching principles are used for preschool. Pax Natura Academy 4202 Wilshire Blvd. Wilmington, NC 910-791-2080 • www.childcarenetwork.net/159
Early Foundations Infant & Toddler Programs. Preschool for 2 & 3 yo. Kindergarten Prep for 4 & 5 yo. After School Program. SPEC 7, SPEC 2 165 Vision Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403: 4308 S. 17th St., Wilmington, NC28412 910-793-4884; 910-799-4160 • www.speckids.com spec7@speckids.com; spec2@speckids.com “Our after-school program offers convenient transportation, a nutritious snack, homework guidance and child-driven play and learning activities as well as a sense of comfort and security for families Wilmington Christian Academy 1401 North College Road 910-791-4248 • www.wilmingtonchristian.com Ages 3 & up, WCA offers a year-round, full-day program including developmental, experiential & academic elements in a secure, faith-based environment. YWCA After School Program 2815 S College Rd Wilmington, NC 28412 910-799-6820 • www.ywca-lowercapefear.org childcare@ywca-lowercapefear.org At YWCA After School every child gets an opportunity to swim twice a week and go on a weekly field trip. Every day we provide a nutritious snack, art activities, outside time and homework assistance. Children also have the opportunity to participate in the following enrichment activities at no charge: Girl Scouts, Girls Circle, Wise Guys, Kids for Peace, Art Club, Lego Club and 4H.
Drop in childcare Hullabaloo 16717 Hwy 17 North, Hamsptead NC 28443 910-821-1250 www.HullabalooLearningLabs.com info@hullabalooplay.com Take your child’s education to the next level with fun learning labs at Hullabaloo! Stretch and grow their imagination, instilling a love for learning they will carry with them for years to come! Homeschool, after school and evening classes such as antibullying, music appreciation, technology, Home Ec and much more! Also be sure to check out our fun clubs. Porters Neck Playhouse 7946 Market Street #200 Wilmington, NC 28411 910-319-7879 • www.PNPlayhouse.com
pnplayhouse@gmail.com The Play House is a drop in play center that cares for children 12 months and older on an as needed, no reservation required, basis. Daily play involves lots of art, games, computers, pretend play, dancing, relay races, movies (sometimes), puzzles and story time. No matter what time of day you stop in your child will have a great time! Promise. After school care available. Weekly and monthly packages available. Power of Play Drop-N-Go 6644 Gordon Road Wilmington, NC 28411 910-332-1660 www.powerofplaywilmington.com Open Monday-Saturday during operating hours for potty-trained children ages 4-11.
Parents Night Out Carolina Gymnastics Academy 3529 Carolina Beach Rd. Wilmingon, NC 28412 910-796-1896 www.carolinagymnasticsacademy.com Friday & Saturday night, 6-10pm, for ages 3 – 10. Power of Play 6644 Gordon Rd. Wilmington, NC 28411 910-332-1660 www.powerofplaywilmington.com Saturday night, 6-10pm, for ages 3-11.
The Little Gym of Wilmington 132 Racine Drive, Unit 1, Wilmington, NC 238403 910-799-3771 www.tlgwilmingtonnc.com 3-12 years. The Little Gym of Wilmington Parentsʼ Survival Nights lets you enjoy some adult time to see a movie, catch up with friends or enjoy a meal. We schedule Parentsʼ Survival Nights for select Friday and Saturday evenings.
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October 3rd. Local growers, artisans, and crafters. Come enjoy a walk around the lake with the family, pick up some locally grown and made products. Visit www.carolinabeachfarmersmarket.com for more information.
Storyteller Joan Leotta 11am. Northeast Library. Join us for Northeast Library’s final summer reading event: Storyteller Joan Leotta! Suitable for ages 8 years and up. No registration required.
Riverfront Farmers’ Market 8am-1pm, Saturdays. Downtown Riverfront. Through Nov. 21. Features local farmers, produce, arts and crafts, music, and more. Items change weekly depending on the season and include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables and herbs, eggs and cheeses, plants and flowers, meat and seafood, doggie treats, tea, honey, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, wine, art, and more. Rain or shine.
Mom to Mom: BYOB 1pm. Main Library. Moms, bring baby to the library and discuss all things baby related with other moms. Parenting books and guest speakers will be available to help answer questions. During this hour it’s okay to: be late, nurse/feed baby, change diapers, and cry (baby or mom). Free 2 hour parking on ground floor of library parking deck. Contact Librarian (and new mom) Susan DeMarco for more details at 798-6353.
Super Hero Fun Run 9-11am. Myrtle Grove Library. Wear your Super Hero Costume! Dodge Water Balloons! Defeat Super Villains! Free Comic Books! Super Hero Crafts! Be a hero and bring a canned good to donate! Call 798-6393 for more information.
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Family Science Saturday: Dynamic Dinosaurs 10am-1pm. Cape Fear Museum. Dinosaurs big and small, come meet them all! Discover why Wilmington’s Giant Ground Sloth is not a dinosaur. Investigate fossils and make a dinosaur model to take home. Parental participation required. 10 AM: Preschool; 11 AM and 12 PM: Ages 5-14. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for more information. Build a Robo bug 3pm. Learning Express. Come build a robo bug that actually crawls. Free with reservation. Ages 8+ 910313-3100.
9 Sunday Movies at the Lake: Beethoven 8:45pm. Carolina Beach Lake. Bring your chairs and find a spot on the lawn where the whole family can enjoy newly released movies every Sunday night throughout the summer. Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, cotton candy, and more for sale at reasonable prices or bring your own food and beverages. For a complete list of movies visit www.pleasureislandnc.org.
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Wrightsville Beach Farmer’s Market 8am-1pm, Mondays. Town of Wrightsville Beach Municipal Grounds. Through Sept. 28. This unique Farmer’s Market is the only one on the island and provides an opportunity for residents and visitors of Wrightsville Beach to purchase fresh, locally grown produce. In addition to produce vendors and various other consumables vendors, the market includes a variety of unique craft vendors. Multi-Media Lab: Music Video Production 10am. Main Library. Create a music video with Melvil Dewey aka Mr. Scooter using NHCPL’s new Multi-Media Lab! Space is limited. Register online or contact Mr. Scooter at 910-798-6393 or shayes@nhcgov.com. By registering, your child must attend all five sessions every day this week. Ages 10 & up. Pond Life Study 10am. Halyburton Park. Come learn about animals that live in and around a pond. We will collect and look for animals at the park and then do a fun pond life craft! Ages 2-5. Call 341-0075 to register. 14 | August 2015 | Wilmington Parent
11 Tuesday Happy Little Singers 9:45am, Tuesdays. Hannah Block USO/ Community Arts Center. Music and Movement program for children 6 mos to 6 years. Sing, Dance, Instruments, Creative Play with your child. Drop-ins welcome, $10 per family. Please call or text in advance 777-8889. Easy Stained “Glass” 10am. Learning Express. For ages 5+. Free with reservation 910-313-3100. Pond Life Study 10am. Halyburton Park. Come learn about animals that live in and around a pond. We will collect and look for animals at the park and then do a fun pond life craft! Ages 2-5. Call 341-0075 to register. Kid’s Clapping Games 11am. Main Library. Take some time to celebrate childhood through refreshingly fun and simple hand-clapping games. Clapping games are not only fun for all ages, they help improve coordination and memory skills. Family Night at Carolina Beach Boardwalk 6:30-8:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Bring the family out for bounce house, kids activities, entertainment, raffles and more!! Featuring: Melvil Dewey.
12 Wednesday Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market 8am-1pm, Wednesdays. Poplar Grove Plantation. Through Nov. 18. Features fresh local fruits and veggies, dairy products, meats and seafood, baked goods, and sweets, plus arts & crafts, cut flowers, wine and more. Concert in the Park for Kids Featuring Melvil Dewey 10:30am. Main Library. Join us for a Concert in the Park with International Library Hip Hop Superstar Melvil Dewey aka Mr. Scooter & Friends! This performance will be filmed and uploaded to the NHCPL Website. Attendees in the crowd may be filmed and included in the music video.
13 Thursday Jazz at the Mansion Concert Series: Benny Hill 6:30-8:30pm. Bellamy Mansion. Feel free to bring snacks, chairs and blankets to sit on the lawn, beer and wine will be for sale at the performance. Kids are welcome to join in the fun so bring out the whole family! www.wilmingtonparent.com
Fireworks by the Sea and Music: Zion 6:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the Reggae music of Zion at 6:30 pm at the gazebo. The fireworks and gazebo entertainment are free and open to all, weather permitting. Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for a complete summer schedule. WECT Sounds of Summer: Machine Gun Band 6:30pm. Wrightsville Beach Park. Get ready to party by the sea as we kick-off this year’s free WECT Sounds of Summer Concert Series! Tonight enjoy the sounds of Machine Gun Band! You’re invited to bring your picnic, lawn chairs, and blankets for an evening of music and fun! Visit www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com for a complete summer schedule. Performance: Forward Motion Dance Company 7pm. Cameron Art Museum. An evening of modern and contemporary dance featuring the Forward Motion Dance Company (www.forwardmotiondance.org) with guest performers. Guest teen dancers from DREAMS, The Dance Cooperative, South East Dance Academy and The Dance Element will be performing. Choreography by Tracey Varga of Forward Motion Dance Company.
14 Friday Port City Rib Fest 11am. North Waterfront Park. Celebration of great BBQ and music. National BBQ teams from across the country will come to Wilmington to sell their BBQ and compete against each other for bragging rights. Many of these “ribbers” have been featured on several national TV networks including the Food Channel, TLC and the Discovery Channel’s “Pitmaster.” Enjoy not only ribs but beef brisket, chopped and sliced pork, chicken, sausages and a plethora of side items, desserts and drinks prepared Memphis-style, Chicago-style, Texas-style and more. Don’t miss out on this chance to sample some nationally acclaimed southern BBQ alongside live entertainment! Tenzi Tournament 3-5pm. Learning Express. Come and roll three Tenzis. We will time you and average your time. Fastest Tenzi players will win a gift card or a Have a Dice Day t-shirt. Ages 6+. Come and roll, and we will notify the winners at the end of each day.
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Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Satisfaction 6pm. Riverfront Park. Tonight’s concert features Satisfaction, a tribute to Rolling Stones. Beer, wine and food available for purchase. Rain or shine. Schedule subject to change. Summer Concert Series at Fort Fisher: South of K 6:30-8:30pm. Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area. Bring the family, some chairs or a blanket. Enjoy the Bluegrass sounds of South of K during the free concert series at historic Fort Fisher.
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15 Saturday Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market 8am-1pm, Saturdays. Carolina Beach Lake Park. Through October 3rd. Local growers, artisans, and crafters. Come enjoy a walk around the lake with the family, pick up some locally grown and made products. Visit www.carolinabeachfarmersmarket.com for more information.
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Riverfront Farmers’ Market 8am-1pm, Saturdays. Downtown Riverfront. Through Nov. 21. Features local farmers, produce, arts and crafts, music, and more. Items change weekly depending on the season and include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables and herbs, eggs and cheeses, plants and flowers, meat and seafood, doggie treats, tea, honey, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, wine, art, and more. Rain or shine. Carolina Beach Bike Rodeo 10am. The Carolina Beach Bike Rodeo is back! Bringing children and their families together to help make a positive impact in our community and increase awareness of bicycle safety. Port City Rib Fest 11am. North Waterfront Park. See 08/14. Tenzi Tournament 1-4pm. Learning Express. Come and roll three Tenzis. We will time you and average your www.wilmingtonparent.com
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time. Fastest Tenzi players will win a gift card or a Have a Dice Day t-shirt. Ages 6+. Come and roll, and we will notify the winners at the end of each day.
16 Sunday Port City Rib Fest 12pm. North Waterfront Park. See 08/14. Dance: Works in Progress Showcase 2pm. Cameron Art Museum. The Dance Cooperative, in association with Cameron Art Museum, provides informal showings to afford working artists a place to present works in progress to be reviewed and critiqued in a nurturing environment. The events are open to working choreographers and dancers who are working on movement and wish to have others provide feedback on the work. The public is invited to witness the creative process through its many stages and provide assistance to help the creator grow and manipulate the works to realize their concepts to the fullest potential. If you are interested in presenting work, e-mail the Dance Cooperative atdancecooperative@gmail.com no later than the Monday preceding the showcase. Boogie in the Park Concert Series: Machine Gun 5-7pm. Ocean Front Park, Kure Beach. Free concert series featuring Machine Gun and their rapid fire music. Bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy the music! Movies at the Lake: Big Hero 6 8:45pm. Carolina Beach Lake. Bring your chairs and find a spot on the lawn where the whole family can enjoy newly released movies every Sunday night throughout the summer. Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, cotton candy, and more for sale at reasonable prices or bring your own food and beverages. For a complete list of movies visit www.pleasureislandnc.org.
17 Monday Wrightsville Beach Farmer’s Market 8am-1pm, Mondays. Town of Wrightsville Beach Municipal Grounds. Through Sept. 28. This unique Farmer’s
Market is the only one on the island and provides an opportunity for residents and visitors of Wrightsville Beach to purchase fresh, locally grown produce. In addition to produce vendors and various other consumables vendors, the market includes a variety of unique craft vendors. Mess-Free Glitter 10am. Learning Express. For ages 4+. Free with reservation 910-313-3100. Railroad Storytime 10:30am. Wilmington Railroad Museum. Hear stories and enjoy creative activities in the Children’s Hall. $4/Family. Free/Members. Call 763-2634 for more information. Mom to Mom: BYOB 1pm. Main Library. Moms, bring baby to the library and discuss all things baby related with other moms. Parenting books and guest speakers will be available to help answer questions. During this hour it’s okay to: be late, nurse/feed baby, change diapers, and cry (baby or mom). Free 2 hour parking on ground floor of library parking deck. Contact Librarian (and new mom) Susan DeMarco for more details at 798-6353.
18 Tuesday Family Night at Carolina Beach Boardwalk 6:30-8:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Bring the family out for bounce house, kids activities, entertainment, raffles and more!! Featuring: Lynn and the Wave.
19 Wednesday Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market 8am-1pm, Wednesdays. Poplar Grove Plantation. Through Nov. 18. Features fresh local fruits and veggies, dairy products, meats and seafood, baked goods, and sweets, plus arts & crafts, cut flowers, wine and more. Preschool Math and Science program 10:30am. Carolina Beach Park. Play, learn, and explore with your child. Math and science concepts will be introduced through interactive story times, hands on science
experiments and exploration stations. This program is designed for children between the ages of 3-6. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Visit www.nhclibrary. org to register.
20 Thursday Music for Babies & Toddlers with Catherine 10am. Learning Express. Music and movement and fun for babies from birth to toddlers (newborn-3 years). Free with reservation, 910-313-3100. Fireworks by the Sea and Music: Blivet 6:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the Variety music of Blivet at 6:30 pm at the gazebo. The fireworks and gazebo entertainment are free and open to all, weather permitting. Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for a complete summer schedule.
21 Friday Personalize a Pencil Box 4-5pm. Learning Express. Learn from the elves how to decorate and personalize a pencil box for school. Free for ages 8+ with a reservation. 910-313-3100. Jammie Jam 5pm. Children’s Museum. The Children’s Museum in downtown Wilmington, NC, presents Jammie Jam, a chance for kids to dress in their favorite PJs and enjoy storytimes and games, make toothpaste, practice calming bedtime yoga, and try some milk & cookies. Visit www. playwilmington.org for more information. Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Same as it Ever Was 6pm. Riverfront Park. Tonight’s concert features Same as it Ever Was, a tribute to the Talking Heads. Beer, wine and food available for purchase. Rain or shine. Schedule subject to change. Summer Concert Series: Signal Fire 6-8pm. Airlie Gardens. We welcome Signal Fire for an evening of Reggae music and lots of dancing! Concerts are open to the general public and admission is free for Airlie Members. General admission parking is offsite at the Old Cinema 6 at 5335 Oleander Drive across from Jungle Rapids. A free trolley service will run throughout the evening from the Cinema to the Gardens. Concert tickets are now available for purchase online at www.airliegardens.org and at the Airlie Gift Shop. Tickets are $9/Adults, $2/Children(4-12), Free for children under 4 years.
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Summer Concert Series at Fort Fisher: South of K 6:30-8:30pm. Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area. Bring the family, some chairs or a blanket. Enjoy the sounds of South of K during the free concert series at historic Fort Fisher.
22 Saturday Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market 8am-1pm, Saturdays. Carolina Beach Lake Park. Through October 3rd. Local growers, artisans, and crafters. Come enjoy a walk around the lake with the family, pick up some locally grown and made products. Visit www.carolinabeachfarmersmarket.com for more information. 16 | August 2015 | Wilmington Parent
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Riverfront Farmers’ Market 8am-1pm, Saturdays. Downtown Riverfront. Through Nov. 21. Features local farmers, produce, arts and crafts, music, and more. Items change weekly depending on the season and include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables and herbs, eggs and cheeses, plants and flowers, meat and seafood, doggie treats, tea, honey, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, wine, art, and more. Rain or shine. Magformers Build a Ball Playday 1-5pm. Learning Express. Learn the geometric magic of turning a flat Magformers arrangement into a ball. Register to win one of two Magformers sets. Free for ages 5+. Drop in and try it out!
23 Sunday Movies at the Lake: Hook 8:45pm. Carolina Beach Lake. Bring your chairs and find a spot on the lawn where the whole family can enjoy newly released movies every Sunday night throughout the summer. Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, cotton candy, and more for sale at reasonable prices or bring your own food and beverages. For a complete list of movies visit www.pleasureislandnc.org.
24 Monday Habitat, What’s That? 10am. Halyburton Park. Discover what animals need to survive and learn about their habitats within the park. Ages 2-5. Call 341-0075 to register. Mom to Mom: BYOB 1pm. Main Library. Moms, bring baby to the library and discuss all things baby related with other moms. Parenting books and guest speakers will be available to help answer questions. During this hour it’s okay to: be late, nurse/feed baby, change diapers, and cry (baby or mom). Free 2 hour parking on ground floor of library parking deck. Contact Librarian (and new mom) Susan DeMarco for more details at 798-6353.
25 Tuesday French for Tots 10am. Learning Express. Immersion in French language, music and games with native speaker Marie Field from the Children’s Museum of Wilmington. Ages 6 months-5 years, free with reservation 910-313-3100. Habitat, What’s That? 10am. Halyburton Park. Discover what animals need to survive and learn about their habitats within the park. Ages 2-5. Call 341-0075 to register. Family Night at Carolina Beach Boardwalk 6:30-8:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Bring the family out for bounce house, kids activities, entertainment, raffles and more!! Featuring the band: No Sleeves Magic Show.
dairy products, meats and seafood, baked goods, and sweets, plus arts & crafts, cut flowers, wine and more.
27 Thursday Fireworks by the Sea and Music: LaCi 6:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the Rock/ Pop/R&B music of LaCi at 6:30 pm at the gazebo. The fireworks and gazebo entertainment are free and open to all, weather permitting. Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for a complete summer schedule.
28 Friday Shopkins Swap 4pm. Learning Express. Bring your duplicate Shopkins figures to trade for what you want. All ages. No reservations needed. Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Tuesday’s Gone 6pm. Riverfront Park. Tonight’s concert features Tuesday’s Gone, a Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band. Beer, wine and food available for purchase. Rain or shine. Schedule subject to change.
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Fourth Friday Gallery Walk 6 – 9pm. Downtown Galleries & Studios. An after-hours celebration of art and culture through a self-guided tour. Free. Visit www.wilmingtondowntown.com or call 3438997 for map of participants.
Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market 8am-1pm, Wednesdays. Poplar Grove Plantation. Through Nov. 18. Features fresh local fruits and veggies,
Summer Concert Series at Fort Fisher: Will McBride Group 6:30-8:30pm. Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area. Bring
the family, some chairs or a blanket. Enjoy the sounds of Will McBride Group during the free concert series at historic Fort Fisher.
29 Saturday Invent Your Own Crazy Aaron’s Putty 2pm. Learning Express. For ages 6+ using our brand new make your own putty kit from Crazy Aaron. Free with reservation 910-313-3100.
30 Sunday Movies at the Lake: Mr. Hobbs Takes a Vacation 8:45pm. Carolina Beach Lake. Bring your chairs and find a spot on the lawn where the whole family can enjoy newly released movies every Sunday night throughout the summer. Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, cotton candy, and more for sale at reasonable prices or bring your own food and beverages. For a complete list of movies visit www.pleasureislandnc.org.
31 Monday Mom to Mom: BYOB 1pm. Main Library. Moms, bring baby to the library and discuss all things baby related with other moms. Parenting books and guest speakers will be available to help answer questions. During this hour it’s okay to: be late, nurse/feed baby, change diapers, and cry (baby or mom). Free 2 hour parking on ground floor of library parking deck. Contact Librarian (and new mom) Susan DeMarco for more details at 798-6353.
To submit events to the calendar, please email calendar.wilmingtonparent@gmail.com. Deadline for submissions to the September issue is August 9, 2015. www.wilmingtonparent.com
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Last Minute Travel Apps
By Danielle Villegas
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ow that summer is in full swing, families are scrambling to book all of their last minute vacations before school starts up again. To put the scramble at ease, here are some apps that can help with last minute planning. From apps that offer 24/7 support to seamlessly book vacations for the family (without leaving your couch!), to those that help families get organized and to quickly pack, based on the length of a trip, and upcoming weather forecast – these must-have “helpers” can assist in making any trip stress-free and unforgettable.
AroundMe (www.AroundMeApp.com) Are the kids hungry, and cranky? Need to find a restaurant ASAP? Meeting friends at a bar near by, or just need to find the closest ATM? AroundMe allows you to search for the nearest restaurants, banks, gas stations, book a hotel or find a movie schedule nearby. So whether you’re home for the weekend, in New York for work, or vacationing in Seville, Nice, Milan or Tokyo, AroundMe provides simple access to local information.
PackPoint (www.PackPnt.com) PackPoint is a free travel packing list organizer, and packing planner for serious travel pros. PackPoint will help you organize what you need to pack in your luggage and suitcase based on length of travel, weather at your destination, and any activities planned during your trip. Once your packing list is built and organized, PackPoint will save it for you, and then you can choose to share it with your friends and family in case they need help packing too.
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CheapOair (www.CheapOair.com) For those looking to travel on a budget, but still get the amazing experience they’re looking for with the family, CheapOair offers the best prices for flights, hotel reservations, car rentals, vacation packages and MORE! With the app’s sleek look, trips can be booked in just a few swipes of your finger. They also have team members available 24/7 to assist with any questions regarding their trip.
Sunday Drive (www.SundayDrive.net) With the Sunday Drive app, it’s all about the journey. You and your family can discover secret spots and hidden gems along the world’s most scenic highways. Routes include inside information and history from locals and experts in each community you pass through, including historical landmarks, haunted areas, waterfalls and hikes, themed routes like ‘Bonnie and Clyde’ and ‘Old Ridge Route’, diners, drive-ins, museums and more!
Waze (www.Waze.com) For those who are planning a road trip this summer, Waze is a user-generated traffic information app to save you time and frustration while on the open road. The social GPS app gets drivers together to provide live traffic updates on jams, police traps, accidents and other hazards. It also saves cost by comparing the oil prices of the gas stations along your routes or around you. Waze has partnered with a few gas stations to provide discounts through digital coupons on the app. v
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Celebrate World Breastfeeding Week World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated August 1 – August 7th each year. This year’s theme is focusing on supporting women who are combining breastfeeding and work. Show the world that you support breastfeeding by pledging your activity and estimated number of participants on the World Breastfeeding Week website, www.worldbreastfeedingweek.org, hosted by WABA, the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action. You can also download or order materials to help your WBW celebration on the website. Continuing to breastfeed after you return to work takes planning. The first days back to work can be a challenge, but you can make you and your baby’s transition easier by following a few easy steps such as preparing during pregnancy, taking a practice day, and starting with a short work week. Important information about breastfeeding and work • The national breastfeeding regulations of the Affordable Care Act took effect in August of 2011. This law mandates group insurance policies provide coverage of “comprehensive lactation support and counseling from trained providers, as well as breastfeeding equipment”. • The Affordable Care Act also mandates that employers are required to provide reasonable break time for an employee to express breast milk for her nursing child for one year after the child’s birth each time such employee has need to express milk. • The employer must also provide a place, other than a bathroom, for the employee to express breast milk. Source: www.ncbfc.org
Start the School Year Right - Walk or Bike to School! With the first day of school around the corner, parents should consider allowing your school bound kids to choose an alternative way of getting to class. Walking or riding a bike to school is a great way to encourage independence and fitness! Here are some other reasons to support walking and biking to school: It’s Fun! Walking and bicycling bring a sense of joy and independence. Healthier Habits. The trip to school is a chance for children (and adults!) to get the physical activity they need. Cleaner Environment. Replacing car trips to school with walking or bicycling can reduce congestion and air-polluting emissions. Promoting Safety. Building sidewalks, providing education programs and adding traffic calming measures are some of the ways to improve safety. Encouraging walking and bicycling to school can help build support for infrastructure improvements in the broader community. Community Benefits. Reducing traffic congestion, boosting a sense of community, and improving neighborhood connections benefit the community. Source: www.walkbiketoschool.org
Healthy Back-to-School Breakfast This warm and comforting cereal will give kids the morning boost they need to start their day right! Old Fashioned Oatmeal with Apples, Raisins, and Honey-Toasted Walnuts Ingredients: 1/4 cup 1 tbs 3 cups 2 cups 1 tsp 1 cup 1 cup 1/4 cup 1/4 cup 1/2 tsp 1/2 cup
coarsely chopped walnuts honey water old-fashioned oats salt unsweetened apples juice finely chopped peeled apple (packed) golden brown sugar raisins ground cinnamon nonfat vanilla yogurt
Preparation: Stir chopped walnuts in small nonstick skillet over medium heat until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Drizzle honey over and stir until honey thickens and coats nuts, about 2 minutes. Remove skillet from heat. Stir to loosen nuts from skillet and cool. Bring 3 cups water to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Add oats and salt and stir over medium heat until oats are softened and very thick, about 5 minutes. Stir in apple juice, chopped apple, brown sugar, raisins and cinnamon. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until apples are tender, about 5 minutes. Divide cereal among 4 bowls. Top with vanilla yogurt and honey-toasted walnuts and serve.
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Don’t Dread Picture Day: 10 Tips For Better School Photos This Year By Christina Katz
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f you are anything like this mom, you are counting on your child’s school pictures featuring your child at his or her best. After all, school photos are usually hung on the walls, mailed to extended family members, and sent electronically to friends. Wallet-sized photos will get tucked into holiday cards. Photo albums will feature these grins prominently. No wonder you have got your fingers crossed that your child will take a great photo the first time around. After all, no one enjoys those dreaded photo retakes. What’s my secret to scoring priceless school photos on picture day? Preparation and pep talks. I have rounded up ten easy tips that will help you cajole better photos out of even the most unenthusiastic subject.
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Trim hair a couple weeks prior. Don’t save the haircut for the days before the scheduled photo shoot. Give freshly trimmed hair time to settle in, especially if your child is going for a new look or has cowlicks.
Send them to school rested. A tired child is going to look permanently exhausted in the photo hanging on the wall. Get some extra sleep leading up to school photo days by setting bedtime a little earlier for several days before.
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Feed them a hearty breakfast. Don’t stuff them, but make sure they eat a well-rounded meal on picture day. Send an extra granola bar too, in case they get the late morning or late afternoon slot. It’s hard to smile when your blood sugar is crashing.
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Pack grab-able grooming materials. If you want hair combed and lips glossed, then be sure to gather up everything kids need for a quick touch-up into a little case they can grab for the walk down the hall. Be thoughtful about what they wear. Dark, classic colors never go out of style. Avoid tops with stripes, strong patterns, words or logos. Opt for solid colors instead. Avoid any clothes that are fussy or uncomfortable. Pay attention to collars and necklines that might gap or stick out when sitting.
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Keep accessories understated and timeless. How about a treasured pair of classic earrings rather than the dangling pink gummy bears? Make sure accessories will lay flat and stay put for the photo, so your child won’t have anything to adjust and readjust.
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Practice makes print-worthy. If you have had some photo flubs in past years, don’t dwell on them. Consider what you don’t want your child to do, then emphasize the solution. If you don’t want a toothless smile, ask your child to flash you a couple of practice smiles that “show those gorgeous teeth.”
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Be considerate of the camera-shy. If your child is resistant or tense about school photo day, there is likely a reason. See if you can engage them in talking about their concerns in advance of the event. A boy might say, “My pictures always look dorky when I smile big.” A girl might say, “My hair never looks pretty like [insert-name-of-friendwith-perfect-hair-here]’s.” Most children will feel better after simply talking about their feelings.
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Decide on a secret smile prompt. I have no idea what the photographer is going to say to invite your child to smile. But one way to get a great smile with teeth in plain view every year is to offer your child a personalized smile prompt. Does imagining Grandma opening the letter and finding the photo inside get the job done? How about imagining scoring the winning touchdown or a goal? Personalize your smile code in whatever way works best for your child’s temperament.
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Relax about retakes. Your child may not always end up sitting pretty on the first try. That’s just the way it goes sometimes. So follow all of these tips again on the second try, if it comes to that, and know that the photographer will be doing his or her best to get the shot, too. v
Christina Katz is an experienced head-tilter and big grinner. Her daughter, on the other hand, is not always quite as cooperative. Her latest book is The Art Of Making Time For Yourself, A Collection of Advice for Moms.
Recipes For School Photo Disaster: • Avoid time-consuming amounts of hair curling, straightening or arranging. Opt for a natural look instead, that won’t fade over the hours or frizz in unpredictable weather.
• Child surprises you with a strapless top or tank top? Avoid a naked look on retakes by wearing long sleeves rather than short or no sleeves.
• Don’t force your child to wear clothes a relative made or sent. Go with an outfit your child likes that is comfortable for more natural results.
• Don’t send kids with braces to school with food that will get caught in their teeth at lunch. And pack a toothbrush on picture day, even if you think they won’t need it.
• Glasses get smudges or cause glare. Remove glasses unless they have anti- glare coating. Include glasses cleaning supplies with grooming materials, if needed.
• Class clown? Make sure your child understands that purposeful pranks will be rewarded with suspended allowance and gift money to afford professional shots made necessary by school photos you can’t use.
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NHCS Open House Dates for 2015-2016 School Year New Hanover County Schools has scheduled the annual district-wide open houses for the 2015-2016 school year. The open house dates are offered to encourage students and their parents to visit their assigned school before the new school year begins. The first day of school for traditional calendar students is Monday, August 24, 2015. Parents may contact their child’s school directly to learn more about its scheduled open house. The NHCS open house schedule for the 2015-2016 school year is as follows: Year-Round Elementary Schools Codington Elementary School will hold their open house on Friday, July 17, 2015 from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Eaton Elementary School will hold their open house and “Meet Your Teacher” on Monday, July 20, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunset Park Elementary School will hold their open house on Monday, July 20, 2015 from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
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Traditional Elementary Schools All traditional elementary school open houses will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2015 during each school’s designated time.
High Schools Traditional high schools will host their open house on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 during each school’s designated time. Contact your rising freshman’s high school for other information regarding freshman orientation. Early College High Schools Wilmington Early College High School (WECHS) will hold their 9th grade orientation on Tuesday, August 4, 2015. Meet and Greet the Teacher – 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Open House Presentation – 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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WECHS will begin the 2015-2016 school year on Thursday, August 6, 2015. Isaac Bear Early College High School (IBECHS) will hold freshmen and sophomore orientation on Monday, August 17, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. IBECHS will begin the 2015-2016 school year on Tuesday, August 18, 2015. Pre-K Centers Mary Washington Howe Pre-Kindergarten Center and Dorothy B. Johnson Pre-Kindergarten Center will hold home visits Wednesday, August 26, 2015 through Friday, August 28, 2015 and Tuesday, September 1, 2015 in the afternoon. Staggered enrollment for Pre-K students will be Wednesday, September 2, 2015 through Friday, September 4, 2015. The Pre-K Centers will begin the 2015-2016 school year on Tuesday, September 8, 2015. Private School Open House Dates for the 2015-2016 School Year
Private Schools Open House Dates for the 2014-2015 School Year Friends School of Wilmington First day of school is Wednesday, August 19, 2015 Call 910-791-8221 to schedule a tour. Wilmington Christian Academy First day of school is Thursday, Aug 20, 2015 Gr. K3-5 New Parent Orientation- Mon, August 17, 6pm – 7pm Gr. 9-12 New Parent/Student Orientation- Mon, August 17, 6:30pm – 7:30pm K3-5th Returning Parent Orientation- Mon, August 17, 7pm – 9pm Gr. 9-12 Returning Parent/Student Orientation- Mon, August 17, 7:30pm – 9:00pm Gr. K3-5th Open House- August 18, 2015 at 8:30 am Gr. 6- 8 New Student/Parent Orientation- August 18, 2015 at 6:00 pm Gr. 6-8 Returning Parent/Student Orientation -August 18, 2015at 7:00 pm www.wilmingtonparent.com
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Be a Better Homework Helper By Sandra Gordon
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omework and headaches go together like macaroni and cheese, especially now that there seems to be so much to do early on. Cathy McFarland knows the frustration too well. “When Maddie, my 8 year old, didn’t understand her math homework, she’d cry and get so upset she’d hyperventilate,” McFarland says. Nightly math meltdowns became the norm. “I finally decided that math wasn’t worth ruining our relationship over. I can be the enforcer with piano practice, nightly reading, baths and bedtime, but I don’t need to be the math czar anymore.” McFarland hired a tutor at $80 per hour. Tutoring is certainly one (costly) answer. You might consider hiring a tutor if you don’t have the time or energy to help with homework, it’s a hot button for you and your child or if your child wants to prepare for college-entrance tests. Otherwise, it’s worth putting on your thinking cap and trying to tackle your child’s homework issues yourself. Sound impossible? It might not be, especially if you try these smart strategies.
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Emphasize effort. Praise your kids when they complete their homework by saying things like, “You worked so hard! Good job!” rather than “You’re so smart!”
Strive for neat and complete. Studies show that when parents stay positive while assisting with
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their child’s homework, kids are more self-motivated and self-directed. That’s the goal: to have your child do her homework because she feel it’s important, not because you’re looking over her shoulder. How to get there? “Think of yourself as your child’s homework manager, not your child’s substitute teacher,” Albright says. “Your job is to see that homework gets done neatly and provide some support, not to edit your child’s homework or help him do it.”
Let your child teach you. To help kids of all ages study for tests and quizzes, review by asking them to teach you about the subject they’re studying. You might say, for example, “Teach me about the Cold War.” “If your child can explain it to you, he really knows it,” Albright says. You’ll smarten up too. Our kids are learning interesting stuff!
Recognize your child’s motivation sweet spot. Some people work best 24 to 48 hours before
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a deadline. Others hunker down two to three days before something is due. How do you work best? How does your child? If your child is a last-minute kind of person but you’re not, so be it. Forcing your child to work on an assignment before he’s ready can derail motivation.
Get busy yourself. If your kids have to do 20 minutes of reading daily, grab a book yourself and sit down next to them. It’s a nice way to model reading.
Keep your child’s teacher posted. Many teachers, especially in the elementary grades, have a policy about how long the homework they assign should take, such as 15 minutes per night. If your child’s homework drags out much longer than it should, let the teacher know. She may be able to tell you where your child can take short cuts. “Not every aspect of homework deserves 100 percent effort,” Albright says.
Stay a step ahead. Resources, such as the Core Knowledge series: “What Your Preschooler Needs to Know,” which covers up to the sixth grade, can help you track the skills your child needs through elementary school. Knowing what’s down the road can help you build activities into a young child’s day that use the concepts he’ll be learning about. Counting change at the self-checkout, for example, can help teach addition; so can having your child add up the numbers on mailboxes when you’re out for a walk and penciling out the tip on your dinner tab. Playing word games can help teach spelling. If you’re worried about penmanship, have your child practice writing your grocery list or a letter to Grandma. And so on. The idea? By the time the subject is covered in school, your child will already be familiar with it. v
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High School’s Final Year: Supporting Your College-Bound Child
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By Diane Turner Maller
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eady or not, prepared or not, when summer is over, your child is set to begin the final, defining and transitory, senior year of high school. Whether this is your first or third child, each college-bound high school student walks a unique path. By the beginning of your child’s senior year, you may be in the refining stages of your child’s dream or your child may be considering fast and furiously what opportunities are available. High school counselor Brooke Nova encourages parents to “start the conversations early about college and career.” Speak to several people about their careers and explore college campuses. Nova emphasizes that setting up overnight stays on college campuses “are free.”
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Talk it over. You have been listening to your child’s dreams all through her childhood. You are her first advisor. Now is the time to reflect the intimate knowledge that you have gained over these precious and fleeting years. What are his talents? What is she passionate about? What will she always want to be a part of her life? What does he want to contribute? Making time for conversation and real dialogue with your child is crucial to helping her to focus her aspirations on a possible program of study. Never underestimate what is possible. Brainstorm a big list. The first list of colleges and universities should include a wide spectrum of choices from which to ultimately choose. Some of these choices should provide a stretch that challenges your child to reach further. Encourage your child to attend college presentations that are offered at the high school. Explore university websites together and separately. Your child will let you know when your presence over his or her shoulder is no longer required. You can compare notes later. Apply, apply, and apply. Early in the senior year is time to tackle the tedious work of completing college admissions applications as well as scholarship applications. This load will be lightened considerably if, as Nova suggests, the student has used the summer of junior to senior year to research scholarships and to draft samples of scholarship and admissions essays. Sarah Myers McGinty’s book, “The College Application Essay” by College Board is an excellent reference to use as a guide for those intimidating essays. Make that essay shine. Parents, siblings, and friends can help with the editing process. In most cases, the final admissions or scholarship application is uploaded online. Take the time, however, to print out the various pieces and refine the wording. If ever there were a time for perfectionism, the time is when writing college and scholarship applications. Proofreading by multiple sets of eyes can add exponential value. Print hard copies of all the applications and keep them in a large accordion style file or file box. The file box will be full if not bursting by the end of the year. Support without hovering. Your child needs your support during this process. Most students this age need help breaking down the projects and requirements into manageable bits. They need help managing deadlines and timelines. Brooke Nova, who specializes in college and career counseling, suggests parents start tracking all community service once students enter ninth grade. Attend financial aid presentations. Many high schools have at least one night, usually in the fall, to invite someone from a local University Financial Aid Office to speak about financial aid. In his presentations, Mike Johnson, Director of Financial Aid for Pacific University, likes to go beyond the basic information. “I also try to provide a reality check on what costs really mean.” Johnson helps parents to consider how much the tuition “sticker price” can be alleviated by factoring in the potential for financial aid in their situation. Accept the roller coaster. During my daughter’s senior year, sometimes she accepted gentle reminders, other times, she bristled at any suggestions. As a parent, I was continually walking that tight rope between supporting and hovering. I felt the stress of meeting the application deadlines right along with her. Even so, I couldn’t write her essay for her. I was almost grateful when she shut her bedroom door in my face so she could work on it on her own. Later, when she took the envelope into her room to open privately in her own space, I held my breath, too. But the results were hers, not mine. Whatever the news, ceremonies that mark the end of high school for your child are rich with meaning and memories. You will have endured the ups and downs of a unique and remarkable senior year with your child. The events and memories of senior year will stay with both of you as you take the next step to life beyond the high school years together. v
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After School-Enrichment Guide After School Karate Academy
4837 Carolina Bch Rd. Suite 111 910-264-7385, 910-395-6000 sifuchrisredmond@gmail.com, kempocarol@gmail.com www.afterschoolkarate.biz Chris Redmond / Carol Redmond Fitness for Life. Give your child more than just fitness. Let us teach them how to protect themselves and stay in shape. Karate and the Martial Arts teach leadership, endurance, and perserverance. We teach Kempo Karate, Shaolin Kungfu, and Brazilian Jujitsu. We also assist with homework and study time. At this time we provide pick-up service at Codington, Pine Valley, Parsley, Holly Tree, Anderson, Bellamy, Myrtle Grove, and Roland Grise. Drop offs are welcome but limited, please call for availability. ASKA is open Full-time during the Summer, during Intersession, and Teacher workdays
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Carolina Gymnastics Academy
3529 Carolina Beach Road 910-796-1896 carolinagymnasticsacademy.com We pick up from Codington, Parsley, Pine Valley, CREC, and Bellamy elementary schools. We provide homework help, gym free play and outside play area. Cost: $72.50 per week.
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Dance Express Performing Arts Center
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Exceptional Educators
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Extreme Martial Arts
Contact: Jeffery Rohena 5633 Market Street. Wilmington NC 28405 910-380-3624 EMACTKD@hotmail.com EMACTKD.com Extreme Martial Arts Center will pick your child up directly from school, eliminating the need for daycare. We transport your child in our school van to our martial arts facility. When they arrive at the facility, they have time for snack and homework supervised and assisted by our teachers or black belt instructors. After homework time, they will participate in a taekwondo class where they will improve their physical fitness, learn self-defense, and most importantly learn character building skills (Respect, Discipline, Self-Control, Self-esteem and Confidence). This is something your traditional daycare does not provide. After class, they will participate in quiet reading time and structured games and activities in the After School Program classroom until you pick them up. The great news is that their homework is done (or at least a good start), taekwondo class is done, and the rest of your evening is free for family time and recreation.
Hullabaloo
Contact: Andrea West 16717 Hwy 17 North, Hamsptead NC 28443 910-821-1250 info@hullabalooplay.com www,HullabalooLearningLabs.com Take your child’s education to the next level with fun learning labs at Hullabaloo! Stretch and grow their imagination, instilling a love for learning they will carry with them for years to come! Homeschool, after school and evening classes such as anti-bullying, music appreciation, technology, Home-Ec and much more! Also be sure to check out our fun clubs.
Jane Davis Music Studio
5751 Oleander Drive Suite 7 910.799.0900 jdmusicstudio@att.net Jane Davis Music Studio.com We offer group piano classes, that meet weekly for 45 minutes. Children are grouped within a 2 year age range, with other students their level. Children find group piano classes fun and challenging. We also offer traditional private lessons in piano and voice. We have recitals in December and June that are open to parents and friends.
Leland Cultural Arts Center
1212 Magnolia Village Way Leland, NC 28451 (behind PT’s Grille ) lcac@townofleland.com We offer arts programs, classes/workshops and events for all ages in a variety of visual and performing arts. Everything from pottery, dance, photography, jewelry, painting and more!
Point Your Toes Dance Studio
Contact: Melissa Derham 7336-3 Market Street Wilmington NC 28411 910-443-3064 pytstudio@aol.com We offer Ballet,tap,jazz,lyrical,contemporary,Hip Hop, Clogging, Cheer, Tumbling, Broadway and Competition teams for ages 2- Adult we also have classes for special needs that we have been doing for 8 years!!!. Come try a class for free.
Porter’s Neck Playhouse
Contact:Tara Dmeza 7946 Market Street #200. Wilmington, NC 28411 910-319-7879 pnplayhouse@gmail.com www.PNPlayhouse.com The Play House is a drop in play center that cares for children 12 months and older on an as needed, no reservation required, basis. Daily play involves lots of art, games, computers, pretend play, dancing, relay races, movies (sometimes), puzzles and story time. No matter what time of day you stop in your child will have a great time! Promise. After school care available. Weekly and monthly packages available.
Power of Play
6644 Gordon Road Wilmington, NC 28411 910-332-1660 powerofplaywilmington.com Power of Play After School Program offers a clean, fun, safe and active environment for kids to unwind after school. Our friendly and caring staff is CPR/First Aid certified. Homework time and snack are provided. We pick up on 1/2 days and offer care on most holidays and all teacher work days. See our webpage for rates, schools we service and additional details about our program.
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Contact: Natalie Grainger, Director; 165 Vision Drive,Wilmington, NC 28403: 910-793-4884 spec7@speckids.com SPEC 2 Contact: Candice Rabaglia, Director 4308 S. 17th St., Wilmington,NC28412 910-799-4160 spec2@speckids.com www.speckids.com Our after-school program offers convenient transportation, a nutritious snack, homework guidance and child-driven play and learning activities as well as a sense of comfort and security for families.
The Little Gym of Wilmington
132 Racine Drive, Unit 1 Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 799-3771 www.tlgwilmingtonnc.com The Little Gym of Wilmington offers after-school programs for Pre-K & Grade School Gymnastics, Dance, Karate, Sports Skills and more! Now enrolling for the Fall season! www.wilmingtonparent.com
UNCW Engineering Expectations
601 S College Rd Wilmington, NC 28403-5614 910-962-2640 YPEngineers@uncw.edu http://uncw.edu/youth/programs/engineering.html Engineering Expectations is designed to hook kids on engineering by engaging them in creative thinking and out-of-the-box problem solving. We offer programs that focus on the engineering design process and problem solving.
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Young Artist’s Series
www.youngartistart.com cafaulkner@hotmail.com 910-685-5137 The Young Artist’s Series program has been teaching children ages 6-16 in Wilmington for the past 6 years. I focus on developing technical (fine art) drawing and painting skills while encouraging creativity and imagination. In addition, I believe it is important for my students to learn about famous artists and different art movements. I incorporate this into their art projects. Each year we have an annual art exhibition which is highly attended. The children greatly look forward to showing their work. It is amazing! Look at their pictures on my website www. youngartistart.com. The children develop self confidence, make new friends and have a lot of FUN while truly learning how to be an artist!
YWCA
Contact: Sarah Flaherty 2815 S College Rd Wilmington, NC 28412 910-799-6820 childcare@ywca-lowercapefear.org www.ywca-lowercapefear.org At YWCA After School every child gets an opportunity to swim twice a week and go on a weekly field trip. Every day we provide a nutritious snack, art activities, outside time and homework assistance. Children also have the opportunity to participate in the following enrichment activities at no charge: Girl Scouts, Girls Circle, Wise Guys, Kids for Peace, Art Club, Lego Club and 4H.
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Wilmington Family YMCA
Youth Director- Corey Maarschalk 2710 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 251-9622 x255 Corey.Maarschalk@wilmingtonfamilyymca.org www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org Voted Wilmington Parent’s 2015 Family Favorite Afterschool Care Program! The Y provides a fun and safe place for children for children to learn, play, exercise and have fun! Elementary programs are offered for more than 25 schools at 4 different site locations. NEW this year the Y is offering a Fitness & Athletic Training Afterschool Care Program for middle school students! Learn more at www. wilmingtonfamilyymca.org www.wilmingtonparent.com
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3834 Oleander Drive Wilmington, NC 28403 910-794-9590 www.wilmingtonschoolofballet.com The Wilmington School of ballet & Dance has the largest dance class selection, the longest list of achieved alumni, the most amazing dance faculty, and the greatest performing dance opportunities of any dance school in Wilmington, NC. If you are looking for dance lessons in Wilmington NC that offer the best dance opportunities, then we are the dance studio for you!! Our selections of dance classes are the best in Wilmington NC for all ages and levels of dance students.
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Wilmington YMCA
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Wilmington Health
With a focus on quality, Wilmington Health is leading the way in providing excellent healthcare, reducing costs, and improving the patient experience. Wilmington Health has provided premier healthcare to the residents of Southeastern North Carolina for over 40 years as the largest multi-specialty medical group practice in the area with over 20 locations. 1202 Medical Center Drive Wilmington, NC 28401 www.wilmingtonhealth.com 910.341.3300
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Misconceptions About 529 Plans
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You don’t have to be a parent to open a 529 Plan. Parents, grandparents, aunts,
uncles and friends can open a 529 for a student beneficiary. Some 529 Plans allow third party contributions so friends and family can contribute to a fund you open as an alternative gift.
Don’t think it’s too late to open a 529 Plan. Even if just held a few years, the tax deferred growth and tax free distributions for “qualified higher education expenses” (such as tuition, room and board, books, fees, and any required equipment) may provide more money to pay for that expensive education. Are you planning on going back to school yourself? There are no age limits with a 529 so you can open one for yourself.
A 529 Plan won’t limit schools to those in your state or 4 year universities. A 529 can be used at eligible 4-year colleges and universities, trade and technical schools, 2-year junior colleges, and graduate schools. You don’t have to use your own state’s 529 Plan. An out-of-state 529 plan might be a better
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The person who opens the 529 account controls it. The account holder can change the beneficiary to another eligible “member of the family” (according to the Internal Revenue Code) with no penalty. Worst case, a distribution can be taken but would be subject to federal income tax and may be subject to a 10% federal penalty tax, as well as state and local income taxes.
Won’t 529 savings negatively impact my child’s eligibility for financial aid? That depends on what you mean by financial aid. It comes in many forms including merit scholarships, low interest rate federal loans, need- based grants from colleges, and work study. Not all financial aid is a free gift. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) determines needbased aid and treats a 529 opened by a parent for a dependent student as a parental asset. Therefore, no more than 5.6 percent of the value of the account is considered when determining the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) towards college. Please carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses associated with municipal fund securities before investing. More information about municipal fund securities is available in the issuer’s official statement. You may obtain an official statement from the issuer or your financial advisor. Please read the official statement carefully before investing. Depending on your state, there may be an in-state plan that provides tax and other benefits not available through non-resident state plans. Before investing in any state’s 529 plan, you should consult your tax advisor. v Mary Salisbury specializes in retirement planning with the goal of creating a lifetime of income. She is a Registered Representative of INVEST Financial Corporation, member FINRA/SIPC. INVEST and its affiliated insurance agencies offer securities, advisory services, and certain insurance products. Neither Mary Salisbury nor INVEST gives tax or legal advice and this article is meant for general information only. To find out more visit www.mary.salisbury.com. You can contact her at (910) 622-7180 or mary.salisbury@INVESTfinancial.com.
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29 Plans, which are college saving accounts, are not as complicated as you think. This article will dispel some common misconceptions about them.
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School’s Out! New Hanover County: Traditional Schools: 8/24 - First Day of School Year Round Schools: 8/21 - No School, Teacher Workday CFCI Charter School: 8/19 - First Day of School IBEC: 8/18 - First Day of School WECHS 8/6 - First Day of School 8/21 - No School, Teacher Workday Brunswick: Traditional Schools: 8/24 - First Day of School Brunswick Early College: 8/6 - First Day of School Roger Bacon Academy: 8/14 - Half Day for Students, Open House Pender: Traditional Schools: 8/24 - First Day of School Penderlea: 8/19 - No School, Staff Workday Pender Early College: 8/17 - First Day of School Visit www.nhcs.net, www.co.brunswick.k12.nc.us or www.pendercountyschools.net for more information.
NHCS Educator of the Year to Drive Away in a Brand New Toyota Prius from Hendrick Toyota Katie Snyder, a social studies teacher at Hoggard High School, was named the 2015-2016 New Hanover County Schools (NHCS) Educator of the Year at a banquet held on June 9th. Her title earns her a new Toyota Prius to drive for one year, donated by Hendrick Toyota of Wilmington. This is the third year Hendrick Toyota has provided the NHCS Educator of the Year with a brand new Prius to drive. NHCS Superintendent and other senior staff members attended the vehicle presentation ceremony.
Early Childhood Education Program to Transition to Spencer Building Beginning July 1st The New Hanover County Schools Early Childhood Education Program has moved their office location from the Administration Building on Carolina Beach Road to the Dale K. Spencer Building, located at 1802 South 15th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401. Parents and individuals who need to contact the program should visit the Spencer Building after or contact one of the Early Childhood Education Program point-of-contacts: Shannon Smiles, Director of Early Childhood Education- shannon.smiles@nhcs.net Angela Casha, Pre-K Instructional Specialist- angela.casha@nhcs.net Samantha Kea, Headstart Administrative Assistant- samantha.kea@nhcs.net Gloria Lee-Taylor, Pre-K Administrative Assistant- gloria.leetaylor@nhcs.net To reach the front desk operator at the Spencer Building, call (910) 254-4179.
Hoggard High School Nominated for 2015 Employer Support Freedom Award John T. Hoggard High School has been nominated for the 2015 Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest recognition given by the U.S. Government to employers for their outstanding support of employees serving in the National Guard and Reserve. Each year, Guard and Reserve employees, or a family member acting on their behalf, have the opportunity to nominate their employer for the Freedom Award. Hoggard is one of only 65 North Carolina employers nominated for the award. Hoggard employs North Carolina Army National Guard member Lieutenant Noah Jawitz as one of their school counselors. Lt. Jawitz was recently deployed overseas on a NATO mission. In addition, Staff Sgt. Larry Orton, National Guard Recruiter assigned to Wilmington, NC, works directly with many Hoggard students, teachers, the athletic department and the career counselor at the school. Staff Sgt. Orton facilitates a variety of classroom presentations on topics such as personal finance, citizenship, leadership and military history. He has helped on a number of projects for the school, serves as a testing proctor for exams and helps organize the annual Military Career Week each spring. For more information about the Employer Support Freedom Award, visit http://www.esgr. mil/Employer-Awards/SecDef-Employer-Support-Freedom-Award.aspx.
Pender County Schools Seeking Bus Drivers Pender County Schools is seeking bus drivers to fill full-time, part-time and substitute positions. Prior experience is not necessary. The district will provide instruction and behind-the-wheel training. “Our bus drivers are often the first people to greet children each day,” Superintendent Terri Cobb said. “It’s amazing how much the simple kindness of smiling and saying, ‘Good morning’ to a child can impact the rest of his or her school day. And our drivers do that — they make that difference.” Driving for Pender County Schools is a great opportunity for retirees or anyone looking to give back to the community and children of the county. For more information, contact the Pender County Schools Transportation Department at (910) 259-0141.
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re you, as a parent, tired of running out of breath and options to keep your asthmatic child healthy and breathing? Are you interested in a possible alternative? Asthma is a reversible obstructive lung disease, caused by increased reaction of the airways to various stimuli. It is a chronic inflammatory condition with acute exacerbations. Asthma can be a life-threatening disease if not properly managed.
Quick Facts about Asthma • Asthma is one of the most common chronic disorders in childhood, currently affecting an estimated 7.1 million children under 18 years; of which 4.1 million suffered from an asthma attack or episode in 2011. • Asthma is characterized by excessive sensitivity of the lungs to various stimuli. Triggers range from viral infections to allergies, to irritating gases and particles in the air. • Asthma is the third leading cause of hospitalization among children under the age of 15. Approximately 29 percent of all asthma hospital discharges in 2010 were in those under 15, however only 20% of the U.S. population was less than 15 years old. • In 2010, there were approximately 640,000 emergency room visits were due to asthma in those under 15. • The annual direct health care cost of asthma is approximately $50.1 billion; indirect costs (e.g. lost productivity) add another $5.9 billion, for a total of $56.0 billion dollars.
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As a child, I spent many years in the same predicament - I was always sick and relied on drugs to survive. I continued along this declining path until I was 30 when I accepted a professorship at a chiropractic college to teach Neurophysiology. While wheezing on the microphone, the students said Chiropractic could help my asthma. I was extremely skeptical, but decided to investigate this possibility. It didn’t happen overnight and was actually about a year before I was aware of the difference - so dramatic that I decided to return to school for my second doctoral degree, a Doctor of Chiropractic, knowing that someday, I would do a research project on the effect of chiropractic on children with asthma.
Free Asthma Treatment Opportunity After 20 years now in practice, I would like to offer a unique opportunity to help your asthmatic child. My name is Dr. Karen Wilson and I have a Ph.D. in Neurophysiology and a D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic). This project requires only an investment of you and your child’s time as the treatments will be free of charge. I am looking for children between 5 and 12 years of age who have been diagnosed with moderate to severe asthma and are under a medical doctors care. I wish to work with your doctors protocols and any changes in their medical treatment will be specified by your doctor. Initially, treatments will be weekly, and then bi-monthly for the duration of one year. Follow-up treatments and evaluation will be quarterly for the subsequent year. If you are willing to make this investment of time and the possibility to change your child’s life, please contact me at my office, Hands on Health; 910-796-1311. v Source: www.lung.org
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