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re you feeling the heat yet? Oh yeah! Summer has definitely settled over Wilmington! This month, I plan to dedicate a block of time everyday to a water activity. The beach, pool, waterpark, or even a sprinkler is fine with me. Anything to cool down! If you need to find some activities for the kids on one of these hot summer days, carry a copy of our calendar with you at all times. Wilmington museums, our wonderful community libraries, and a multitude of other locations around town are hosting events all month long! No need to sweat it out, just pop into one of these cool spots for a quick storytelling, craft, and a little air conditioned fun! Every year, Wilmington Parent dedicates our July issue to the very special kids in our area. This year’s Special Kid’s section is full of resources and advice for parents and caregivers. One notable addition to Wilmington, a free community resource library for learning disabilities. This library was created by April Coggins, a Dyslexia Specialist. It has grown through the generous donations by members in our community.
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ll the children racing down the sidewalk to their friend’s house, splashing and squealing in neighborhood pools, and late night barbeques and concerts - it must be summer! July is the month when everyone has fully settled into that relaxed summer schedule, and school is still far enough away to be of little concern. One of my favorite celebrations this month is the 4th of July, and nobody does an Independence Day party like Southport! Southport has recently been named the 2015 Happiest Seaside Town in America by Coastal Living Magazine. During the NC 4th of July Festival held July 1st-4th, they are definitely at their happiest! Live concerts keep the atmosphere pumping all day, and the food vendors offer a wide variety of tasty treats. The kids never run out of FREE activities during the festivities. July 1st: Beach Day Youth Activities, Games, and Sand Sculpture Contest July 2nd: Children’s Entertainment featuring - face painting, crafts, song, dance, and more. Sponsored by On Your Toes Dance Studio. July 3rd: Children’s Games for ages 5 and under on Fort Johnstons Garrison Lawn, and ages 6-11 in Waterfront Park. Free T-shirt while supplies last. July 4th: Festival parade starts at 11am. Fireworks at 9pm.
If you plan to do your own fireworks at home to celebrate the 4th of July, make sure everyone is participating in a safe way with these firework safety tips: • Obey all local laws regarding the use of fireworks. • Know your fireworks; read the cautionary labels and performance descriptions before igniting. • A responsible adult SHOULD supervise all firework activities. Never give fireworks to children. • Wear safety glasses when shooting fireworks. • Light one firework at a time and then quickly move away. • Use fireworks OUTDOORS in a clear area; away from buildings and vehicles. • Never relight a “dud” firework. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water. • Always have a bucket of water and charged water hose nearby. • Never carry fireworks in your POCKET or shoot them into METAL or GLASS containers. • Do not experiment with homemade fireworks. • Dispose of spent fireworks by wetting them down and place in a metal trash can away from any building or combustible materials until the next day. • Report illegal explosives, like M-80s and quarter sticks, to the fire or police department. I love the excitement of colorful explosives in the dark sky, but I’ve also witnessed some scary moments during neighborhood fireworks shows that could have been avoided. Let’s all be safe this 4th of July!
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Summertime for me is also a wonderful time to enjoy new experiences. Living in Wilmington, kids don’t always get a chance to see real farm life. When’s the last time your child collected an egg, picked some veggies, and then ate them for dinner? Well, at Greenland Farm’s Children’s Homestead Dinner they can have a chance to experience what “farm to fork” really means. Greenlands Farm has a special family-oriented dinner where you can see how and where our quality food is grown. You can also meet rescued farm animals who teach children many valuable lessons by the role they play on the farm. There are two dates left for this unforgettable event this summer: July 25th & August 29th Jr. Homestead Dinner Schedule Farm Tour 4.00 – 5.00 pm Dinner is Served 5.15 – 6.00 pm Final Gathering & Dessert 6.00 – 6.30 pm Visit www.greenlandsfarmstore.info or call the farm store at 910-253-7934 for more information. v
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Your kids will be entertained watching the metamorphosis process of caterpillars and you can bring a little of the outdoors inside! The super hands-on and sensory rich Insect Lore’s Live Butterfly Kit arrives with four to five caterpillars and a specialty diet in a plastic, see-through jar. The caterpillars eventually bloom into beautiful Painted Lady butterflies, and kids can watch the entire process happen. Once the caterpillars turn into chrysalis they can be transferred to their mesh seethrough, reusable, pop-up mesh habitat butterfly garden. It’s the perfect DIY kit at home. Watch them grow, then let them go. Also, check out Insect Lore’s Live Ladybug Land! They’re cute, colorful and friendly and so helpful in the garden. Children will love to watch their very own ladybug larvae explore the paths and mountains of the Live Ladybug Land. The larvae will grow and molt several times, pupate and then emerge as adult ladybugs. This is also a great way to incorporate a little science into their summer! www.insectlore.com. v
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Apps that Connect Families and Nature By Carolyn Jabs
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o your children enjoy being outdoors? According to a recent study from the Nature Conservancy, 82% of American parents feel that spending time in nature is “very important” to a child’s development, second only to reading. Despite that sense of priority, 65% of parents in Brazil, China, France and Hong Kong, as well as the US, regard lack of time outdoors as a serious problem. The Children and Nature Network has compiled research connecting what it calls “nature deficit disorder” to attention problems and diminished awareness of the senses as well as physical inactivity and obesity. Ironically, both of these organizations responded to this problem by developing websites. Naturerocks.org, a partnership between the Nature Conservancy and Disney, offers a rich collection of activities that will get kids outdoors to engage with the natural world, as well as an interactive map that points families toward beaches, campgrounds, aquariums and zoos. The Children and Nature Network has a list of nature clubs for families. (childrenandnature.org). Admittedly, going online in order to strengthen your family’s connection with the great outdoors may seem counter-intuitive. Yet, in our wired age, it makes no sense to ignore the many websites and apps that promise to inspire and support a deeper involvement with the world beyond the screen. On the following list, all apps are free and function on both Android and Apple platforms unless otherwise noted.
Where to Go Yes, you can explore the natural world in your own backyard or in the park down the street. But when you have the urge for a bigger adventure, these apps can guide you. NatureFind pinpoints all sorts of places where families can satisfy an appetite for exploration. In addition to nature centers and natural history museums, the website provides descriptions and directions for zoos, botanical gardens and wildlife refuges. A mobile version makes it easy to find activities on the go. (naturefind.com) Oh, Ranger! Parkfinder provides concise information about city, state and national parks. A menu of activities allows you to search for parks where your family can pursue your favorite pastimes from bicycling, boating and birdwatching to camping, caving and climbing. (ohranger.com) All Trails is a source for comprehensive information about 50,000 trails in the US and Canada. In addition to information about level of difficulty and scenery along the way, you’ll have access to comments from other hikers. The basic app is free. For $50 a year, you can get very detailed maps produced in a partnership with National Geographic. (Alltrails.com)
Knowing What You’re Looking At Learning to identify living things is very satisfying, especially for children in elementary school. Many wonderful field guides are available as paid apps, and you may want to invest if your child shows an interest. To test the waters, try these apps that are both free and child-friendly. Merlin Bird App was produced by the scientists at the Cornell Ornithological Lab. The app encourages children to observe carefully and
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zero in on a bird’s identity by answering five simple questions about appearance and behavior. (merlin.allaboutbirds.org) TreeBook is an app that includes photos, drawings, descriptions and range maps that will help kids identify the most common trees in North America. (tree-app.com) Mywildflowers.com is a website run by a wildflower enthusiast. A very simple key prompts kids to answer questions about flower color and shape, as well as blooming season, leaf shape and plant size. The National Parks Field Guide is an app crammed with photos that will make it easier to spot the flora and fauna typical of each national park. In addition to wildflowers and trees, the app covers birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. (wild.enature.com/apps)
Get Involved A number of apps encourage users to take the next step and become citizen scientists, reporting their observations and taking action to preserve threatened species and habitats. Project NOAH (Networked Organisms and Habitats) encourages wildlife lovers, young and old, to take photos of what they see and upload them to a website. The photos help scientists track wildlife populations. And a global community stands ready to help your child identify unknown plants and animals. (projectnoah.org) Nature’s Notebook takes a different approach to observation. Your family can sign up to record changes in a specific site such as a favorite park or your own backyard. Then use the app to make regular field notes. Specific questions encourage children to notice seasonal changes for plants, birds and other creatures. Those observations become part of a database, which helps scientists track changes in growing season and migration patterns. (usnpn.org) iNaturalist, an app and a website, is the brain child of college students who wanted people to be able to share the photos of the animals, reptiles, birds, insects, and plants that they were already taking. Their ambitious goal is a “living record of life on Earth that scientists and land managers could use to monitor changes in biodiversity, and that anyone could use to learn more about nature.” Younger kids may need help in uploading photos and other information, but they will have the satisfaction of knowing that they are contributing to a massive database that records life on the planet. (inaturalist.org) Of course, none of these apps are ends in themselves. Instead, think of them as bridges that will connect the virtual world in which most kids spend a lot of their time, and the natural world where there are miracles waiting to be discovered. 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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1 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. Aquatic Adventures 10am. Children’s Museum. Splash! Dive into the underwater world of Marine Science! Open to all ages, Aquatic Adventures is a hands-on program designed to learn the physics, chemistry, and biology of our world’s oceans. Visit www.playwilmington.org for more information. 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! Family Movies @ Northeast Library - Oliver & Company 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 399-1708 for more information. Bats 8-9pm. Halyburton Park. Ages 2 and up. Learn about our nighttime, bug-eating friends and discover some awesome adaptations of these mammals. We’ll dispel some myths about bats and find out why we like to have them around at the park! The program is led by a Halyburton Park naturalist.
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3 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 2543534 or visit www.playwilmington.org for more information. 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)
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.
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.
Sing Along with Julie 11-11:40am, Thursdays. 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
Downtown Sundown Concert Series: 20 Ride 6pm. Riverfront Park. Tonight’s concert features 20 Ride, a tribute to the Zac Brown band. Beer, wine and food available for purchase. Rain or shine. Schedule subject to change.
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Summer Entertainment 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 this free concert at historic Fort Fisher. Summer Concert Series: Heartbeat of Soul 6-8pm. Airlie Gardens. We welcome the Heartbeat of Soul for an evening of beach 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. Mayfaire’s Music on the Town Concert Series: 2nd Marine Division Band 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 a variety of sounds of 2D Marine Division Band. 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. Time Travel Weekend - Doctor Who 7pm. Barnes & Noble. Time travel through the seasons of the BBCs Doctor Who all the way back to the first season in 1963. Enjoy trivia on all 12 Doctors, giveaways, a special offer and more, or come dressed as your favorite character and join the fun. Call 509-1880 for details.
4 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. Time Travel Weekend - Magic Treehouse Dinosaurs Before Dark 11am. Barnes & Noble. Calling all young paleontologists! Travel back millions of years to explore the age of dinosaurs with fun-filled activities, giveaways and a special offer. Call 509-1880 for details. 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 twolegged 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. City of Wilmington 4th of July Celebration 5-10pm. Downtown Wilmington Riverwalk. Featuring live entertainment and food vendors in beautiful historic downtown Wilmington. The fireworks display will begin at 9:05 pm and will be launched from a barge in the Cape Fear River. Spend a night to remember with the whole family at this year’s Independence Day celebrations!
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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. Time Travel Weekend - Outlander 2pm. Barnes & Noble. Be transported to the intriguing world of bestselling author Diana Gabaldon with trivia, giveaways and more. Call 509-1880 for details. Boogie in the Park Concert Series: Lynn and the Wave 5-7pm. Ocean Front Park, Kure Beach. Free concert series featuring Lynn and the Wave and their classic rock music from the decades. Bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy the music! Movies at the Lake: Dolphin Tale 2 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.
6 Monday 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. Mighty Mites! 3:30pm, Mondays. 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. K-9 Unit Superheroes 3:30pm. Myrtle Grove Library. Meet some of our local superheroes! The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Dept. K-9 unit will bring in one of their dogs and explain what they do to keep our community safe. 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 399-1708 for more information.
7 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 preliteracy 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. Art Storytime 10am, Tuesdays. NHC Government Center. Hear a story and create art based on the book. Ages 5-10. This will take place by the fish tank inside the New Hanover County Government Center. This event is free and registration is required. Funding provided by the Friends of New Hanover County Public Library
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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.
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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 each week! We’ll have outside experts, fan fiction days, FREE book swaps, and much more! Volunteer time will include packing items donated to Be a Pet’s Hero. Visit www.nhclibrary.org for more information.
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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: Mr. Mark and Friends.
8 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. DC Comic Days 9am. Barnes & Noble. Come see our newly expanded Graphic Novels section, and enjoy a special offer on all DC Comics (GN). Also, get a free Young Gotham comic collection and poster while supplies last, and enjoy other giveaways and activities. Cosplay is welcome. Call 509-1880 for details. Getting Picky Eaters to Eat 10am. Main Library. Do you have a hard time getting your little ones to eat? Are they picky eaters? Join Robin Hanratta, Health Coach and student at The Institute for Integrative Nutrition, for fun demonstrations of how you can get kids to “graze” with healthy treats! Robin also has over 12 years’ experience as a Nanny, and knows what kids like when it comes to healthful snacking and meals.
Kids Classes • Adult Classes drawing
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SUMMER CAMPS!
Nationally Recognized, Professional Artist & Art Educator Carolyn Faulkner 3803 Wrightsville Ave #8, Downey Branch Office Park
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Make Your Own Superhero Mask 10am. Main Library. In case you missed the June event, here’s your second chance to make your own superhero mask. Afterwards, try your superhero skills next door in the training course. No fees, but registration is required for the craft portion. Register online at www.nhclibrary.org. 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. Preschool Math and Science program 10:30am. Hugh MacRae 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 Yoga Storytime 10:30am, Fridays. Main Library. Parents & children, 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. Family Movies @ Northeast Library - Tinkerbell and the Legend of the Neverbeast 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. Birds of Prey 6-8pm. Halyburton Park. Ages 2 and up. Get a closer look at live
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birds of prey. Various raptors will be introduced as you learn about these amazing birds. Capture the Kryptonite 7pm. Myrtle Grove Library. Join us for a special after hours superhero themed game of Capture The Flag! Attendees will navigate the life-sized Pac-Man maze in hopes of locating their team’s kryptonite before being captured by super villains. Space is limited. Registration Required. Ages 8-12. Register at www.nhclibrary.org.
9 Thursday 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. Jazz at the Mansion Concert Series: Max Levy and the Hawaiian Shirts 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! Fireworks by the Sea and Music: The Cut 6:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the Pop/Rock music of The Cut 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 Other Guys 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 retro groove sounds of The Other Guys! 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.
10 Friday Movies at Main Library - LEGO Movie 2-4pm. Main Library. An ordinary LEGO minifigure is mistaken for an extraordinary MasterBuilder, and is recruited to help stop an evil tyrant from gluing their world together. All movies are FREE and rated PG. Snacks and covered drinks are allowed. Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Breakfast Club 6pm. Riverfront Park. Tonight’s concert features Breakfast Club, a tribute to the 1980’s. Beer, wine and food available for purchase. Rain or shine. Schedule subject to change. Summer Concert Series at Fort Fisher: Mark Roberts Band 6:30-8:30pm. Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area. Bring the family, some chairs or a blanket. Enjoy dance/rock/beach sounds of Mark Roberts Band during the free concert series at historic Fort Fisher. Mayfaire’s Music on the Town Concert Series: Sonic Spectrum 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 Funk, Rock, Pop, and Soul sounds of Sonic Spectrum. 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.
11 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. 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. Family Science Saturday: LEGO Robots 10am-1pm. Cape Fear Museum. Engage in science, technology, engineering and math as you construct and program a LEGO MINDSTORMS® robot! Let your imagination soar as you imagine
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a world with more robot helpers. Parental participation required. 10 AM: Preschool; 11 AM and 12 PM: Ages 5-14. Visit www. capefearmuseum.com for more information. No Sleeves Magic: Jester’s Jumble 2-3pm. Main Library. The show begins with two jesters setting the stage for the magician. The jesters explains how hilarious the show is and how they were just hired by the magician. Then, the worst possible thing happens…the magician doesn’t show up! After a brief panic, one jester convinces the other that they can do the show without the magician. The problem is, they’ve only seen the show…ONCE! Children will learn about the value of hard work and making good choices! This event is made possible by PNC Grow Up Great. www.nosleevesmagic.com.
12 Sunday Movies at the Lake: Into The Woods 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.
13 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. Totally Turtles 10am. Halyburton Park. Ages 2-5. Bring your “Little Explorers” out to the park and discover nature through stories, songs, hands-on activities, hikes and crafts. Your children will delight in the many nature themes we explore each month. Cost: $3/participant. Fire Fighters: Puppet Show 11am. Main Library. Meet some of our local heroes & learn about fire safety! City of Wilmington Fire Fighters will present a puppet show about fire safety. 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 Training 2-2:45pm, Mondays. Carolina Beach Library. Super Hero Boot Camp starts our summer long weekly training. July 13th - Attack of the Bubbles & Balloon Bombs! July 20th - Super Hero Water Wars! July 27st - Star Wars Dodgeball! Use the Force in a movie! 4-H Food Detectives 3:30pm. Carolina Beach Library. Everyone loves solving a mystery and you’ll get to use your powerful senses to solve food mysteries! We’ll put your superhero powers of sight, touch, smell and taste to the ultimate test. Are you up to the challenge? Make a prediction and see if you’re right. Ages 6-12. Register at www.nhclibrary.org. Mighty Mites 3:30-4:15pm, Mondays. Northeast Library. Literature based fun for preschool ages 2 to 6 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. Call Call 798-6373 for details.
14 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. Totally Turtles 10am. Halyburton Park. Ages 2-5. Bring your “Little Explorers” out to the park and discover nature through stories, songs, hands-on activities, hikes and crafts. Your children will delight in the many nature themes we explore each month. Cost: $3/participant.
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Childcare Listing Guide Childcare – Preschools 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, City of Wilmington, North Carolina 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. 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.
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.
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. Wilmington Parent | July 2015 | 13
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Totally Teen Tuesday: Healthy Eating with Tidal Creek Co-op 3:30pm. Northeast Library. Teens and tweens unite for a terrific time each week! We’ll have outside experts, fan fiction days, FREE book swaps, and much more! No registration needed. 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: No Sleeves Magic Show.
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Super Villain Syndicate for Teens PVC Pipe Water Obstacle! 6-7pm, Tuesdays. Myrtle Grove Library. Teens! Do you enjoy throwing water balloons at kids?!?! Then join the weekly SUPER VILLAIN SYNDICATE! Create your own Super Villain identity and build water warfare in preparation for battle at our Summer Reading Finale - Super Hero Fun Run! Then put your Super Villain skills to the test and throw water balloons, heave sponge bombs and flail pool noodle light sabers at kids during Super Hero Fun Run on August 8th!
15 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.
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Super Hero Training 10am-12pm, Wednesdays. Main Library. Come every week this summer to test your superhero skills on the training course. No fees or registration required. Separate craft events to make a superhero mask, cape, and cuffs will be available for the first six weeks with registration. Make a Super Hero Cape 10-10:45am. Main Library. Create your own superhero cape. When you’re done, try out the superhero training course next door in the Masonboro room. No fees, but registration is required for the craft portion. Register at www.nhclibrary.org.
Night Hike 9-10pm. Halyburton Park. Ages 2 and up. Join us as we prowl the park after dark and clear up some misconceptions about night creatures such as bats and owls. We’ll also discover how these animals are adapted to night life. The hike is led by a Halyburton Park naturalist.
16 Thursday Sing Along with Julie 11-11:40am, Thursdays. 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. 4-H Food Detectives 1:30pm. Myrtle Grove Library. Everyone loves solving a mystery and you’ll get to use your powerful senses to solve food mysteries! We’ll put your superhero powers of sight, touch, smell and taste to the ultimate test. Are you up to the challenge? Make a prediction and see if you’re right. Ages 6-12. Register at www.nhclibrary.org. 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. Fireworks by the Sea and Music: Machine Gun 6:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the Hard Rock music of Machine Gun 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: Selah Dubb 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 reggae vibe of Selah Dubb! 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.
17 Friday Super Hero Training 2-2:45pm, Fridays. Myrtle Grove Library. July 17th - Attack of the Bubbles & Balloon Bombs! July 24th - Super Hero Water Wars! July 31st - Star Wars Dodgeball! Use the Force in a movie! Movies at Main Library - Brave 2-4pm. Main Library. Scottish princess Merida makes a decision which defies family custom and brings chaos to their kingdom. All movies are FREE and rated PG. Snacks and covered drinks are allowed. Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Shoot to Thrill 6pm. Riverfront Park. Tonight’s concert features Shoot to Thrill, a tribute to AC/DC. Beer, wine and food available for purchase. Rain or shine. Schedule subject to change. Summer Concert Series: L-Shaped Lot 6-8pm. Airlie Gardens. We welcome L-Shaped Lot for an evening of Americana 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. Mayfaire’s Music on the Town Concert Series: Groove Fetish 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 Jam Rock sounds of Groove Fetish. Our fun family friendly sponsors will be out with activities and goodies for all.
18 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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Family Movies @ Northeast Library - Big Hero 6 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.
4-H Food Detectives 3:30pm. Main Library. Everyone loves solving a mystery and you’ll get to use your powerful senses to solve food mysteries! We’ll put your superhero powers of sight, touch, smell and taste to the ultimate test. Are you up to the challenge? Make a prediction and see if you’re right. Ages 6-12. Register at www.nhclibrary.org.
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Star Wars Saturday 3pm. Barnes & Noble. Fans of all ages join us for exclusive products, activities, cosplay and trivia. Enter for a chance to win a Star Wars character standee while participating in this fun-filled day. Call 509-1880 for details.
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Manga Mania 3pm. Barnes & Noble. Discover this popular style of Japanese comic books and graphic novels. Enjoy a special offer, activities and giveaways. Call 509-1880 for details. Boogie in the Park Concert Series: Mark Roberts Band 5-7pm. Ocean Front Park, Kure Beach. Free concert series featuring Mark Roberts Band and their jammin’ beach music. Bring your beach chair or blanket and enjoy the music! Movies at the Lake: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 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.
20 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. 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
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21 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. Art Storytime 10-10:35. Myrtle Grove Library. Hear a story and paint a picture related to the book! Register at www.nhclibrary.org. Totally Teen Tuesday: Pet Care 3:30pm. Northeast Library. Teens and tweens unite for a terrific time each week! We’ll have outside experts, fan fiction days, FREE book swaps, and much more! No registration needed. Super Villain Syndicate for Teens Water Blobs! 6-7pm, Tuesdays. Myrtle Grove Library. Teens! Do you enjoy throwing water balloons at kids?!?! Then join the weekly SUPER VILLAIN SYNDICATE! Create your own Super Villain identity and build water warfare in preparation for battle at our Summer Reading Finale - Super Hero Fun Run! Then put your Super Villain skills to the test and throw water balloons, heave sponge bombs and flail pool noodle light sabers at kids during Super Hero Fun Run on August 8th! 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.
22 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. Super Hero Training 10am-12pm, Wednesdays. Main Library. Come every week this summer to test your superhero skills on the training course. No fees or registration required. Separate craft events to make a superhero mask, cape, and cuffs will be available for the first six weeks with registration.
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Build It! 3pm. Main Library. Jameson McDermott from the Cape Fear Museum will put your problem-solving skills to the test with fun, hands-on building challenges and games. This program for Elementary School-age children is free, but pre-registration is required.
Family Movies @ Northeast Library Dolphin Tale 2 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.
23 Thursday WECT Sounds of Summer: Jack Jack 180 6:30pm. Wrightsville Beach Park. Get ready to party by the sea during the free WECT Sounds of Summer Concert Series! Tonight enjoy the sounds of Jack Jack 180! Visit www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com for a complete summer schedule. Fireworks by the Sea and Music: Beachbilly Brothers 6:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the Rock music of Beachbilly Brothers 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.
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Flow Circus: Juggling Money 10am @ Myrtle Grove Library; 2pm @ Main Library. Juggling Money (isn’t just for grown ups) Join Paul as he tells the story of how a trip to the library led him on an adventure filled with highflying juggling, amazing magic, and the wonders of circus. In the end, he learns that hard work and smart choices lead to rewarding results. This 45-minute program is targeted for ages 3-5, but all ages will enjoy it, and reinforces basic financial concepts in a memorable and playful way. No registration required. This event is made possible by PNC Grow Up Great.
Super Hero Training 2-2:45pm, Mondays. Carolina Beach Library. July 20th - Super Hero Water Wars! July 27st - Star Wars Dodgeball! Use the Force in a movie!
Preschool Math and Science program 10:30am. Airlie Gardens. 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.
24 Friday Super Hero Training 2-2:45pm, Fridays. Myrtle Grove Library. Movies at Main Library - Legend of the Guardians 2-4pm. Main Library. When a young owl named Soren discovers that the evil Pure Ones are plotting to enslave owlkind, he and his ragtag group of friends set out to find the legendary Guardians who defeated the Pure Ones once before and are their only hope now. All movies are FREE and rated PG. Snacks and covered drinks are allowed.
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Tools for School 9am-12pm. Children’s Museum. FREE Pre-K Registration & NC Pre-K Brigance Screening with Childcare Network FREE Hearing Screenings with Atlantic Speech. Visit www.playwilmington.org for more information.
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.
Jungle Book 3 & 6pm. Thalian Hall. Performance Club Studio Theater presents The Jungle Book at the Studio Theatre at Thalian Hall in downtown Wilmington. Adapted from the classic film and starring the finest young talent in the Port City. Visit www.thalianhall. org for ticket information. 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 343-8997 for map of participants. Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Abbey Road Live 6pm. Riverfront Park. Tonight’s concert features Abbey Road Live, a tribute to the Beatles. Beer, wine and food available for purchase. Rain or shine. Schedule subject to change.
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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. I Rain or shine.
Summer Concert Series at Fort Fisher: Eastbound 6:30-8:30pm. Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area. Bring the family, some chairs or a blanket. Enjoy modern country sounds of Eastbound during the free concert series at historic Fort Fisher.
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Mayfaire’s Music on the Town Concert Series: Southern Trouble 6:30pm, Fridays. Mayfaire Event Lawn.Visit www.mayfairetown.com/events/concertseries for a complete summer listing. Fangirl 7pm. Barnes & Noble. Fangirls unite and celebrate fandom. Get introduced to the women of Marvel, enjoy cosplay, giveaways and much more! Call 5091880 for details.
25 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. Riverfront Farmers’ Market 8am-1pm, Saturdays. Downtown Riverfront. Through Nov. 21. Features local farmers, produce, arts and crafts, music, and more. Rain or shine. Jungle Book 3 & 6pm. Thalian Hall. Performance Club Studio Theater presents The Jungle Book at the Studio Theatre at Thalian Hall in downtown Wilmington. Adapted from the classic film and starring the finest young talent in the Port City. Visit www.thalianhall. org for ticket information. Family Fun Night 5-8pm. Airlie Gardens. A celebration of Families, Friends and Fanciful sculptures! Featuring The 2015 Summer Art Exhibit: Guardians of the Gardens, is a special after hours event where both young and young at heart will enjoy an evening filled with fun. Tickets are available onsite and online: $5/person in advance and $9 the day of the event.
26 Sunday Skyquest 1:30-4pm. Cape Fear Museum. Come discover the exciting world of astronomy in Cape Fear Museum’s digital planetarium as we take a virtual journey to explore our solar system and beyond. This stateof-the-art equipment creates a realistic view of stars, planets, and other celestial bodies in our own galaxy and provides a look even farther into the universe. Themes vary. Space is limited. Parental participation required. Movies at the Lake: Night at the Museum - Secret of the Tomb 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.
27 Monday Creepy Crawlies 10am. Halyburton Park. Ages 2-5. Bring your “Little Explorers” out to the park and discover nature through stories, songs, hands-on activities, hikes and crafts. Your children will delight in the many nature themes we explore each month. Cost: $3/participant. Super Hero Training 2-2:45pm, Mondays. Carolina Beach Library. Super Hero Boot Camp (6/15) starts our summer long weekly training. June 22nd - Star in a Super Hero Movie! June 29th - Vaporize a Villain! July 13th - Attack of the Bubbles & Balloon Bombs! July 20th - Super Hero Water Wars! July 27st - Star Wars Dodgeball! Use the Force in a movie!
28 Tuesday Creepy Crawlies 10am. Halyburton Park. Ages 2-5. Bring your “Little Explorers” out to the park and discover nature through stories, songs, hands-on activities, hikes and crafts. Your children will delight in the many nature themes we explore each month. Cost: $3/participant. Totally Teen Tuesday: Fun Financial Games with College Foundation of NC 3:30pm. Northeast Library. Teens and tweens unite for a terrific time each week! We’ll have outside experts, fan fiction days, FREE book swaps, and much more! Super Villain Syndicate for Teens Sponge Bombs 6-7pm, Tuesdays. Myrtle Grove Library. Teens! Do you enjoy throwing water balloons at kids?!?! Then join the weekly SUPER VILLAIN SYNDICATE! Create your own Super Villain identity and build water warfare in preparation for battle at our Summer Reading Finale - Super Hero Fun Run! Then put your Super Villain skills to the test and throw water balloons, heave sponge bombs and flail pool noodle light sabers at kids during Super Hero Fun Run on August 8th! 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: Mr. Mark and Friends. Dr. Seuss Spectacular - What Pet Should We Get? 7pm. Barnes & Noble. In celebration of the newly discovered Dr. Seuss book What Pet Should I Get?, kids of all ages are invited to help us decide what pet we should get at a special Storytime event. Call 509-1880 for details.
29 Wednesday Family Movies @ Northeast Library The Boxtrolls 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. Alligators 6:30-7:30pm. Halyburton Park. Meet a
living dinosaur! Get to know an ancient NC native in this interactive live animal program on the American Alligator. You’ll be amazed as you learn about the numerous adaptations helping these giants survive. Presented by the N.C. Aquarium.
30 Thursday Bug’s Life 3pm. Main Library. Investigate creepycrawly creatures of the Lower Cape Fear with Pepper Hill from the Cape Fear Museum. This program for Elementary School-age children is free, but pre-registration is required. Register at www.nhclibrary.org. Fireworks by the Sea and Music: Eastbound 6:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the Country music of Eastbound 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: Bantum Rooster 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 make sure to let your hair flow as you enjoy the classic rock of Bantum Rooster! Visit www.townofwrightsvillebeach. com for a complete summer schedule.
31 Friday Movies at Main Library - Kidsalorus: Short Films 2-4pm. Main Library. Family-friendly fun and adventure. An action-packed selection of the best kids’ movies from around the world. For more information about the Cucalorus Film Festival and Kidsalorus visit: http://www.cucalorus.org/. All movies are FREE and rated PG. Snacks and covered drinks are allowed. Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Groovetown 6pm. Riverfront Park. Tonight’s concert features Groovetown, a party band. Beer, wine and food available for purchase. Rain or shine. Schedule subject to change. Mayfaire’s Music on the Town Concert Series: Selah Dubb 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 Reggae sounds of Selah Dubb. 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. Dr. Seuss Spectacular 7pm. Barnes & Noble. A celebration of Theodor Seuss Geisel, known to the world as the beloved Dr. Seuss. There’s fun to be done! Lots of crafts, games and activities. Call 509-1880 for details.
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Family Favorite 2015 Winners Afterschool Care:
Local Childrens Haircuts: Ribbet Salon Coffee Shop:
Wilmington Family YMCA 2710 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 251-9622 www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org Jellybeans Art Classes:
Port City Java 17 Locations in Greter Wilmington www.portcityjava.com
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Consignment Store: Memories of a Child
Consignment Sale: Posh Whale/Whale of a Sale Dance Classes: A Leap Above
Mini Monets Jennie Wenk, Creator 910-399-1708 www.minimonetsart.com minimonets@gmail.com Auto Dealership: Jeff Gordon Chevrolet
Breakfast - Brunch Restaurant: College Diner Book Store - Local: Barnes and Noble
Bounce House Rental:
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Date Night: Boca Bay Donut Shop: Britt’s
Local Day Camp: Porter’s Neck Play House
Drop-In Childcare: Porter’s Neck Play House Family Restaurant: Hiros Fitness Center: 02 Gift Shop:
dragonflies, inc. 4106 oleander drive wilmington, nc 28403 910-796-9997 www.facebook.com/pages/ dragonflies-and-dragonflies-baby Grocery Chain: Harris Teeter Gymnastics Class:
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Port City Gymnastics 6724 Amsterdam Way Wilmington, NC (910) 793-1921 www.portcitygymnastics.net Ice Cream/Froyo Shop:
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Family Favorite 2015 Winners Insurance Agent: Progressive
Kids Eat Free Restaurant: Brixx Mexican Restaurant: El Cerro Grande Museum: CMW
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Music Classes: Joey’s Little Julliards
Organic Food Store: Trader Joe’s Orthodontist:
Party Entertainer: No Sleeves Magic Party Venue: The Wow Factor of Wilmington Pediatric Dentist:
Campbell Orthodontics 1516 Doctors Circle, Wilmington, NC 910-251-1100 8066-A Market St.,Wilmington, NC 910-681-0800 ortho@campbellsmiles.com www.campbellsmiles.com
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Dr. Skip/Heaney Wilmington Pediatric Dentistry 2606 Iron Gate Dr. Wilmington, NC 910-791-7380 www.catchasmile.net Pediatrics Practice: Wilmington Health - Pediatrics Pet Kennel: The Dog House
Pizza Shop: Slice of Life Private School: Wilmington Christian Academy
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Jenkins Preschool Academy 7888Market St. Wilmington, NC 910-367-0287 www.jpawilmington.com Salon - Spa: Magique
Sandwich Shop: Chop’s Deli Toy Store:
Learning Express Toys 3804 Oleander Dr #100 Wilmington, NC (910) 313-3100 1437 Military Cutoff Rd Wilmington, NC (910) 509-0153 www.wilmington.learningexpresstoys.com Veterinarian:
Paws and Claws 5333 Oleander Drive - Wilmington (910) 399-3768 www.pawsclawsah.com Womens’ Health Practice: Wilmington Health - OB/GYN
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Free Community Resource Library for Learning Disabilities
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Call to Schedule a Tour A unique half-day academic program for students in grades 1-8 with learning disabilities and/or attention deficit disorder 4:1 teacher to student ratio Empowering children who have learning differences with the skills needed to become confident, independent learners
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yslexia is a learning disability that can hinder a person’s ability to read, write, spell, and sometimes speak. Dyslexia is the most common learning disability in children and persists throughout life. The severity of dyslexia can vary from mild to severe. The sooner dyslexia is treated, the more favorable the outcome. In 2013, Wilmington Christian Academy started testing all their kindergarteners for reading struggles with the help of April Coggins, a Dyslexia Specialist and K-8 Tutor. As a parent of a child with learning disabilities, April understands a parent’s struggle with finding accurate information on learning disabilities. “When I went to the library to research and try to figure out what was going on, there were no books available on the topic and the internet was filled with all sorts of treatments and therapies that seemed amazing, but had very little research to back them up. I wanted to learn about research based methods and strategies that have a proven track record of success, so I started creating my own research library.” said April. April has now successfully opened up a community resource library for parents, teachers, or anyone in the community who would like to come in and check out books for free. The books mainly deal with dyslexia or learning disabilities but there are also sample homeschool curriculums, info on ADD & ADHD, Auditory Processing Disorders, Legal Rights, Info on IEPS, Autism and more. It is currently a small collection, but thanks to generous donations of students and parents, it is growing quickly. Items can be checked out and returned during certain hours. This free resource library is located at the tutoring office of Bright Minds Tutoring at, 108 N Kerr Ave, Unit F4. They also accept donations of books for the library. Call Bright Minds Tutoring at (910) 279-7143 for more information about the hours of operation. You can also visit www. BrightMindsTutoringNC.com to learn more about their specialized services. Below is a small sample of the books and videos available: • How Difficult Can This Be? The F.A.T. City Workshop: Understanding Learning Disabilities (recommended that every parent and teacher of a child with a learning disability watch this video!) • Proust and the Squid: The Story and Science of the Reading Brain • How To Reach And Teach Children with ADD / ADHD: Practical Techniques, Strategies, and Interventions • Overcoming Difficulties with Number: Supporting Dyscalculia and Students who Struggle with Math • Wrightslaw: All About Tests and Assessments • The Law and Special Education • Wrightslaw: From Emotions to Advocacy: The Special Education Survival Guide • Embracing Dyslexia (DVD) • Journey Into Dyslexia (DVD) • The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia (DVD) • The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan: A Blueprint for Renewing Your Child’s Confidence and Love of Learning v
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Paradigm shift: Autism is treatable By Dr. Karen H. Harum, M.D., FAAP
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sometimes temporarily reduces autistic symptoms. Broccoli sprout extract and turmeric have shown benefits, along with steroids and other prescription anti-inflammatory medications. Abnormalities in intestinal function have included enlarged lymph tissue, high markers of inflammation, enzyme deficiencies, and elevated bacterial metabolites that directly influence the way the brain behaves. Eating a clean organic diet, providing engineered smoothies for the picky eater, and reducing constipation are common starting points for improving gut health. Just like autism, not all mitochondrial disorders are genetic. Some develop over time and are caused by drug reactions and environmental toxins. There is an interesting confluence between mitochondrial disorders and autistic regression in some kids. We can support the mitochondria with nutrients and dietary changes, such as adding coQ10, levocarnitine, vitamin E and adjusting the diet based on specific mitochondrial function. Early identification and treatment of autism, and its complicating medical conditions, are critical in stopping the inflammation, improving nutritional status, and improving brain growth and development. A complex array of therapies and medical treatments are necessary to reduce autism behaviors and improve outcome and clinical providers must remain on the cutting edge of research to expedite effective treatments. v Dr. Karen H. Harum, M.D., FAAP is Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician for Clinic For Special Children
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n this country and around the world there is a growing epidemic of autism spectrum disorder. In fact, diagnoses are approaching greater than 2% of the world’s children. Boys are disproportionately affected and are diagnosed five times more frequently than girls for reasons that are not clear. Amidst the unknown forces behind this epidemic, we know that Autism often occurs at the confluence of genetic vulnerability and environmental insults. Autism is a complex disorder of behaviors that is the manifestation of a proverbial “perfect storm” upon our children. The forces behind this perfect storm include various genetic predispositions, prenatal inflammation that impacts the growing fetal brain, early abnormalities in the developing brain that are due to inflammation, and environmental toxicities. Autism was essentially unknown prior to 1940, so these active forces are modern day phenomena and mostly related to environmental changes and changes in parental health. For these reasons, autism is not necessarily permanent. It’s a fluid disorder that changes with development and age. Normal infant development followed by regression occurs now in 30% of kids later diagnosed with autism. The kids who experience regression, in particular, are highly amenable to treatment and recovery. Autistic individuals have health problems that complicate their condition, including auto immune reactions, intestinal malabsorption, problems with bacterial colonization, mitochondrial disorders, and other deficits in metabolism that compromise cellular repair and DNA regulation. There are many described abnormalities in the immune system, including inflammation, auto antibodies against brain structures, allergies and immune deficiencies. The higher the markers of inflammation in the blood, the more severe the autistic symptoms. Interestingly, high fever
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Clinic For Special Children 5725 Oleander Drive, Suite C-1 Wilmington, NC 28403 910-319-7744 www.clinicforspecialchildren.net Opening August 1, 2015 ADHD Center for Wellness. Offering an unprecedented level of attentive and personalized care, our Integrative Medical Team consists of our Board Certified Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician and Patient Liaison/Case Manager. Our team celebrates your child’s individuality with customized care plans that optimize wellness and restore health. Coastal Therapy Partners Supply Clinic 58 Physicians Dr, Suite 106 Supply, NC 28462 Phone;910-755-5773
Wilmington Clinic 6770 Parker Farm Drive Suite Wilmington,NC 28405 Phone: 910-448-1282 www.coastaltherapypartners.com Coastal Therapy partners offers a wide range of services to clients from birth through adult. Dr Ross Williams MD FAAP 1121 Medical Center Dr., Wilmington, NC 910-763-8134 cfpps1121@gmail.com developmentalpediatricsnc.com We provide evaluations and medical management for Autism, ADHD, Learnind and Behavioral Problems. Exceptional Educators 910-399-5211 www.exceptionaleducators.com Summer Camps (K-12th), After School Camp (K-5th), Teen After School Club (6th-12th), Year Round Intersession Camps (K-5th) Exceptional Educators’ programs are designed to educate the mind, body and soul of all individuals through various childcentered approaches. All EE Camps and Clubs include academic supports, social skills and physical exercise. Our highly qualified staff includes masters level special educators, behavioral specialists and clinical social workers. 22 | July 2015 | Wilmington Parent
Greenlight Occupational Therapy, PC Kelley Dunn, OTR/L, Owner 413 Bradford Rd Wilmington, NC 28409 910-619-7690 At Greenlight, our therapists specialize in the evaluation and treatment of kids from birth through their teenage years. We believe in treating children in their natural environments, providing hands on and family centered treatment approaches, and providing taskspecific parent/caregiver education. Our areas of specialty include sensory integration treatment, feeding therapy, improving motor skill development, and improving independence in self care activities. Our therapists are flexible with scheduling and strive to meet the needs of your family. Call anytime for more information and don’t forget to visit our page on Facebook Halley White Pediatric Dentistry 8115 Market Street, Suite 204, Wilmington, N.C. 28411 910-686-1869 306 Dolphin Drive Jacksonville, NC 28546 910-333-0343 www.growinggrins.com jlpedodds@gmail.com Special health care needs encompass a wide array of conditions. Dr. Halley White understands health care for these individuals requires specialized knowledge, increased awareness and attention, adaptation and accommodative measures beyond what are considered routine. Our mission is to make each visit to our office individualized, comfortable, interactive and educational. Our office design allows care to be provided in an open or private setting. In addition, we offer patient care using measures such as nitrous oxide (laughing gas), antianxiety medications, oral sedation and general anesthesia in a hospital setting.
deficit disorder. Our teachers are trained in the evidence-based Hill Center methodology and our program replicates the proven success of The Hill Center located in Durham, NC. Our mission is to empower children who have learning differences with the skills needed to be confident, independent learners. Wilmington Christian Academy 1401 North College Rd, Wilmington NC 28405 910-791-4248 www.wilmingtinchristian.com info@wilmingtonchristian.com Contact: Main Office WCA offers individualized resource instruction and accommodations for children with learning disabilities. Services are available for elementary, middle and high school students. Qualified, experienced teachers mentor students in a positive, faith-based environment. The program qualifies for the NC Opportunity Scholarship for families transferring their special needs students from public schools. Wilmington Health 1202 Medical Center Drive Wilmington, NC 28401 Phone: 910-341-3300 www.wilmingtonhealth.com 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.
Hill School of Wilmington 3240 Burnt Mill Dr. Suite 9A Wilmington, NC 28403 910-685-3734 info@hillschoolofwilmington.org www.hillschoolofwilmington.org Dr. Dawn Hodges The Hill School of Wilmington offers a unique half-day program for students in grades 1-8 with learning disabilities and/or attention www.wilmingtonparent.com
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Coastal Therapy Partners offers a wide range of services to clients from birth through adult What Coastal Therapy Partners Can do For You: Comprehensive Occupational Therapy and Speech Language-Evaluation Apraxia • Hearing Impaired • Sign Language • Tutoring • Oral Motor Dysphagia • Aphasia • Receptive/Expressive Language Disorders Articulation/Phonological Disorders • Fluency Program Literacy Program • Social Skills • Auditory Processing • Memory Enhancement Handwriting/ Fine Motor Difficulties • Sensory Processing Disorders ADD/ADHD Strategies for Class/Home • Management
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The August 2015 issue of Wilmington Parent Magazine will feature our annual Back To School Guide. For those that are ready to start their back-to-school plans, this is the issue that will put you on the path to a great school year! This month’s Back-to-School section has school calendars, open house dates, as well as afterschool and enrichment activities!
For more information, contact: Andrea Knight 910-632-0283 andreailmparent@gmail.com Nancy Lievre 910-240-3461 nancywilmparent@gmail.com www.wilmingtonparent.com
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Supply Clinic 58 Physician Drive. Suite 106 Supply, NC 28462 Phone-910-755-5773
Tips to Make Summer Fun and Educational with In-Home Summer Camp
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By Alexa Bigwarfe
ave you ever considered making your own at home summer camp for your kids? As a single income family, you may not have the resources to sign your children up for camps and activities over the summer. Or maybe you just prefer to have your own adventures with your children, making memories and learning along the way. If you’re home all summer with your kids and looking for ways to keep them entertained and in learning mode, consider having your own summer camp. Right at home. Tips for implementing a fun, successful in-home summer camp:
Set Goals. What is it that you would like to achieve by the end of the week/ month/summer? Perhaps you and your child want to write a short book or story, run a 5K, learn a language, learn how to play a musical instrument, read a certain number of books. Have a brainstorming session with your kids to determine their interests and incorporate them into your goals.
Use daily themes to guide your activities. Schedule a time for fun activities, physical activities, reading/writing and ways to move towards accomplishing your goals, and pick a day of the week to focus on each of these areas. As an example, your week’s themes could look like this: Make Something Monday: Mondays focus on building with toys or blocks, craft projects, art projects, sewing, writing stories, making new recipes in the kitchen, or anything related to using your brain to create something new. Travel Tuesday - Pick someplace fun to go! Focus on taking adventures to new places, or go to the park, a museum, splash pad, lake, zoo, and so forth. It doesn’t have to be elaborate. You could go to a nearby park and have a scavenger hunt, as an example. Wondering Wednesday - take all those questions your children have been wondering about, and try to find the answers. Make a list of their
biggest questions and curiosities and plan activities to attempt to help them discover the answers. Good activities include scavenger hunts, scouring educational sites, science experiments and so forth. Thankful Thursday - You can use Thankful Thursday to do activities to teach your children about gratitude and giving back. Perhaps visit a homeless shelter, or collect and deliver goods to a place in need. You could coordinate a litter pick up with other families, or visit a nursing home and sing to the residents. Fit Friday - focus the day on physical activities. Take walks and bike rides, go swimming, play tag or catch or other fun outdoor activities. If it’s too hot, do family dance parties (you don’t even have to buy expensive dance games - you can find many fun dance game songs on YouTube.)
Incorporate regular library trips and plenty of reading and writing. Don’t let your child forget everything they’ve learned by not having them read or write over the break. According to the U.S. Department of Education, students lose up to two months of math and reading skills over the summer. Kids should be reading every day for 20-30 minutes. This can be on their own or listening to stories read to them.
Keep a list of “Extras”: Have a list of things that can be done when you can’t think of anything else. You can even put these on slips of paper and store them in a mason jar - “The Bored Jar” for your children to choose from when you’ve run out of activities. These can include online reading or math games, playing a board game with siblings, extra reading or writing, painting or drawing, etc. v Alexa Bigwarfe is a freelance writer and the mother of three young children. She has implemented her own in home summer camp for her kids for two summers running, and is constantly learning new ways to make it more fun.
Additional online resources Scratch : https://scratch.mit.edu/, Scratch is a tool that teaches kids to be creative, reason systematically, and work in a group. The user can program your own interactive stories, games, and animations - and share them with the community online. Scholastic - chock full of activity ideas - covering reading, writing, outdoor activities, math, science, food... you name it. They have pages of free printables as well - great FREE activities by age range to keep your kid busy! Meet me at Midnight by the Smithsonian. If your kids liked the movie Night at the Museum, they are going to LOVE this! This is an animated program that takes you on tours and adventures of museums at night - when all the adventures come alive! Kids.gov - touted as a “safe place to learn and play” has some really cool programs, webcasts, games, activities. Now, I know I’m a little on the geeky side, but when I opened up this site, I couldn’t wait to jump in and start learning.
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Muscle Pain Relief Using Supplements By Danielle Villegas
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uscle soreness from exercise or injury due to microscopic tears in the muscle tissue is a common and frustrating condition. Many people resort to the use of ibuprofen and ice packs to relieve their pain. However, recent studies have shown that the correct combination of vitamin supplements can help you reduce these pains and possibly prevent the pain from developing. Here are a few vitamins that have proven muscle healing properties.
Vitamin C: This vitamin participates in several biochemical reactions in your body, including collagen generation, fatty-acid metabolism, and neurotransmitter creation. • Vitamin C helps with lactic acid removal and reduces recovery time. Increases collagen production. Collagen is the protein that serves as the glue that holds your muscle fibers together. By increasing your Vitamin • • C intake, you increase your collagen production, and the tiny muscle tears will heal faster.
Vitamin E: This is an antioxidant that is found in avocados, asparagus, milk, nuts, and a variety of other foods. This powerful antioxidant protects your cells from lipid free radicals. During strenuous exercise your free radical levels increase dramatically. Regular intake of Vitamin E can protect your muscles from damage and help accelerate the healing of damage that has already occurred. Vitamin D: This vitamin is required for the absorption of calcium for your bones and muscles. Vitamin D deficiency can lead to the weakening of your bones and muscles. This can cause chronic muscle fatigue, soreness, and increase the likelihood of muscle cramps.
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Magnesium: This mineral helps avoid muscle spasms, weakness and back pain. Magnesium is found in green leafy vegetables, pumpkin and sunflower seeds, 100% wheat bran cereal and raw spinach. But these foods are a good source only if you eat them raw. Half of the minerals’ benefits are lost when cooked. Normal daily recommended dosage for adult women is 280 to 300 mg per day, taken with meals.
Fish Oil: Due to its omega-3 fatty acids, fish oil has terrific anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce muscle pain. Fish Oil reduces the body’s production of inflammatory hormones (prostaglandins), and that can mean less stiffness and soreness.
Supplement Smarts: Check with your doctor before taking these or other supplements. “Like prescription drugs, it’s possible to take too much. And many supplements have side effects,” says David Pisetsky M.D., Ph.D., a professor of immunology at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, N.C. Questions to ask your doctor: 1. What’s the right dosage for me? 2. Should I take it with food? 3. What time of day should I take it? 4. Will this supplement interact badly with my prescriptions? 5. Does it have side effects? v
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school notes NHCS Announces Technology Department’s Summer Library Program New Hanover County Schools Technology Department will host summer library programs at five sites this summer through Wednesday, August 12, 2015.
NHCS Summer Lunch Schedule New Hanover County Schools will be offering lunches to children 18 and under at no cost to families throughout the summer. The schedule will run Monday through Thursday, August 6, 2015. A complete list of locations and times is attached. For more information, call (910) 254-4260.
During these programs: 1. Students will be encouraged to check out books for summer reading; 2. Students will receive a personal invitation that includes dates/times for not only returning these materials and checking out new ones, but also for participation in a huge variety of great programs while at the library. 3. Any NHCS student will be allowed to participate in any program and checkout/return materials at any of the participating locations. Dates and Locations (all locations are open from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.): Blair Elementary School, 6510 Market Street Wednesday, July 8, 2015 Wednesday, July 22, 2015 Wednesday, August 5, 2015
New Hanover County Schools Announces 2015-2016 Educators of the Year The New Hanover County Board of Education and the Wells Fargo Foundation honored teachers and principals at the Educator of the Year banquet held at Ashley High School on June 9, 2015. The following were named New Hanover County Schools’ Teachers of the Year: Elementary School – Laura Graham, Eaton Elementary School Middle School – Gregory Law, Trask Middle School High School – Katie Snyder, Hoggard High School The 2015-2016 New Hanover County Schools Teacher of the Year is Katie Snyder. Dr. Jerry Oates, Principal at Williston Middle School, was named the 2015-2016 Principal of the Year.
Virgo Receives $6500 NC Holiday Flotilla Donation to Support STEM Curriculum
Carolina Beach Elementary School, 400 South 4th Street Wednesday, July 1, 2015 Wednesday, July 15, 2015 Wednesday, July 29, 2015 Wednesday, August 12, 2015 Pine Valley Elementary School, 440 John S. Mosby Drive Tuesday, July 14, 2015 Tuesday, July 28, 2015 Tuesday, August 11, 2015 Trask Middle School, 2900 North College Road Thursday, July 9, 2015 Thursday, July 23, 2015 Thursday, August 6, 2015 Williston Middle School, 401 South 10th Street Tuesday, July 7, 2015 Tuesday, July 21, 2015 Tuesday, August 24, 2015 Please visit the Summer Reading Program website for a complete schedule and calendar of events: http://nhcsdtl.wix.com/summerlibraries.
Virgo Preparatory Academy recently received a $6500 donation from the North Carolina Holiday Flotilla organization. The money will be used to support Project Lead The Way and other science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) curriculum at the school. This is the second year that Virgo has received a STEM donation from the NC Holiday Flotilla through their Corporate Cup STEM Challenge and supporters like CastleBranch, McGladrey, PPD and several other area companies. Plans are also under development to include Virgo students in several of the Flotilla’s annual activities. About Project Lead The Way The purpose of Project Lead The Way is to connect classroom learning to real-world situations. The program, led by Ms. Shemeka Shufford, introduces students to basic engineering concepts and computer programming through a series of fun and simple projects, such as creating rubber band cars to teach kinetic and potential energy. The goal of the program is not to turn students into engineers but rather to foster a curiosity for discovering how things work. Ms. Shufford plans to use the donated money to purchase carpets, beanbag chairs and whiteboards for brainstorming sessions. She also hopes to purchase a three-dimensional printer and materials for studying automation and robotics for the program. Ms. Shufford plans to expand next school year to include an Engineering Club, where students will have the opportunity to participate in community service projects like creating web pages for local churches. About the NC Holiday Flotilla’s Corporate Cup STEM Challenge The North Carolina Holiday Flotilla, widely recognized as a top 20 Southeastern U.S. holiday attraction and one of the area’s largest and most family-friendly events, announced the addition of a major philanthropic initiative, The Corporate Cup STEM Challenge. This new program supports STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education programs in some of the area’s middle schools as an education and economic development tool. The Corporate Cup STEM Challenge also has benefits for participating companies as a fun team and community building effort. For additional information about the 2015 North Carolina Holiday Flotilla and Corporate Cup STEM Challenge sponsorships, please visit www.NCHolidayFlotilla.org or contact Pres Davenport, Board Chair for the North Carolina Holiday Flotilla, at info@NCHolidayFlotilla. org or (910) 256-2120.
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Wilmington Junior Golf Academy Teaches Fitness and Life Skills Wilmington Junior Golf Academy is not just a sports program. They focus on life skills and education through year round programs. By using golf as a vehicle Wilmington Junior Golf Academy teaches young people the true values of life and life skills. Learning golf makes the young people more grounded, more productive, and through the lessons learned they can be anything that they wish to become. If you’re interested in more information about your child participating in some local Golf Academy sessions, visit www.wilmingtonjuniorgolfacademy.com. Absolutely NO COST to ANY child! Saturday - Clinics at the driving range on Market Street from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Sunday - Clinics at the Wilmington Municipal Golf Course from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. There is one Golf Summer Camp remaining for this summer. It will be held at Wilmington Municipal Golf Course from July 13th – July 17th. Times are from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Walking Games for a Family Hike Keep the whining and complaining away during a hike or walk with kids by playing a few distracting walking games. I Spy: It’s no wonder this is a classic travel game, and it works just as well when you are on foot. Make it more challenging by adding rules, such as “natural items only” or “pick something that has a name that shares your initial.” Count Off: Pick something to keep track of, from red cars to dead trees. Make it a contest or collaborate, whichever is more appealing to your crew of walkers. When You Hear ... : Pick a trigger sound, such as a car horn’s honk or a bird’s chirp. Line up in single file and start walking. When you hear the special sound, the first person in the line has to run to the back and become the caboose. Continue until everyone’s had a turn to lead the line. Poetry to Go: Take turns creating a poem-on-the-go. Start the kids off with a simple line like “I really love to take a walk” and have them add their own rhymes in turn (“except when I forget my sock” ... “and then I step upon a rock” ... and so on).
Healthy 4th of July Recipes Though this stunning red, white and blue American flag cake screams “Fourth of July Cake,” This flag cake recipe has a healthy twist, with less saturated fat and calories than traditional versions, by replacing some butter in the yellow sheet cake with oil. Plus, for the cream cheese frosting, use reduced-fat cream cheese and low-fat Greek yogurt instead of full-fat cream cheese and butter. And for decorations use fresh blueberries, strawberries and raspberries dusted with confectioners’ sugar instead of loads of piped-on frosting. INGREDIENTS CAKE 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar 1/3 cup canola oil 4 tbs unsalted butter, at room temperature 4 large eggs, at room temperature 2 cups whole-wheat pastry flour or all-purpose flour 1 cup cake flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup buttermilk 2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp almond extract Zest and juice from 1 lemon
FROSTING & DECORATION 12 oz reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), at room temperature 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar plus 2 tablespoons, divided 3 tbs low-fat plain Greek yogurt 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups raspberries 1/2 cup blueberries 2 cups strawberries, sliced
PREPARATION To prepare cake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with parchment paper; coat the paper and sides of the pan with cooking spray. Beat granulated sugar, oil and butter in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until just incorporated. Whisk whole-wheat (or all-purpose) flour, cake flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. Combine buttermilk, lemon zest, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons vanilla and almond extract in a measuring cup. With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients to the mixing bowl alternately with the buttermilk mixture, beating just until incorporated after each addition, scraping down the sides as necessary. Spread the batter in the prepared pan. Bake 28 to 34 minutes. To prepare frosting: Beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar, yogurt and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla in a mixing bowl until smooth. Then decorate with berries! Source: www.eatingwell.com
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