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Grand Opening August 9th

ell, that’s it folks! Summer is coming to an end. The mad rush to find the perfect pencil case and the must-have backpack has begun. If you want to hang on to the last few lazy days, our calendar is still stocked with plenty of summer events! 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, and an article by writer Christa Melnyk Hines that can help those parents who find themselves off to a rough start this year. Her article, “I Hate My Teacher!”, can help you resolve those child-teacher conflicts, and hopefully get your school year on happier ground. Afterschool activities start up this time of the year too, and if you’re looking for ways to enrich your child’s afterschool time, pg. 30 has you covered. You also don’t want to miss the article on pg. 28 about New Hanover County’s 4-H clubs. Getting your kids involved in a 4-H club could set them on a path of lifelong success! Just because summer is almost over, doesn’t mean the farmer’s markets are shutting down just yet! Katelyn Stenersen, a local farmer, wants to invite all families to enjoy a rewarding experience at their local farmer’s market. She has even included a recipe for a Back-to-School Breakfast Quiche that is simple, tasty, and can be made from fresh ingredients bought at the farmer’s market.

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Animal Sanctuary at Poplar Grove Poplar Grove Plantation, located at 10200 US Highway 17 North just before you get to Hampstead, has been a centerpiece of the community and a popular field trip destination for many years. Now, they are pleased to announce that their newly renovated farm area will now be known as the Animal Sanctuary at Poplar Grove. Poplar Grove is now a rescue site for farm animals and is also an accredited horse rescue and foster site for the United States Equine Rescue League of the South East. They want everyone to know their focus is rescue, rehabilitation and education. The objective with the renovation is interactivity with the animals, and the Animal Sanctuary has already had a lot of interest and visits by many homeschool groups. Poplar Grove would love to see more school groups visiting once the fall year begins. One of the main objectives at the Animal Sanctuary at Poplar Grove is to educate people on the various types of animals, the causes and effects of neglect and the actions people should take if they encounter neglect. The Animal Sanctuary is a 100% nonprofit organization and they rely strictly on donations and volunteers. The volunteer program (12 years and older) helps with a multitude of tasks and could use more help as they continue the renovation. Visiting hours and Barnyard Tours are from 9am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Visit www.poplargrove.org, the Poplar Grove Animal Sanctuary: Rescue, Rehabilitation, Education Facebook page or call 352-6131 for more information.

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NHC Arboretum Launches Ability Garden Campaign New Hanover County Arboretum’s Ability Garden Campaign: Planting Possibilities, is a comprehensive fundraising effort focused on increasing private, public and in-kind support for the Ability Garden. The campaign goal is to raise $30,000 in the next six months to hire a full-time therapeutic horticulture practitioner to implement on-site and off-site programs and services within New Hanover County. The Ability Garden’s first event, a plant sale, exceeded its goal by raising over $5,000. The next event is scheduled for Growing Cities an awardwinning documentary film to inspire conversation and change. The film is followed by a panel discussion with local city and community leaders, farmers, food organizers and foodies to discuss Wilmington’s current and future involvement in urban gardening programs. LETTUCE GROW WILMINGTON! • Saturday August 9th, 2014 at New Hanover County Arboretum • 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm (60 minute film followed by a Q/A Panel discussion) • $25 Friends of Arboretum Members; $30 General Public • Event includes wine and light appetizers • Registration required: Call Gary Levesque @ 910.798.7670 (Deadline August 7th)

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| growing up online

| By Carolyn Jabs

Kid-Shaming

n the Era of Over-sharing, it’s not surprising that parents post photos of their kids on social media. What’s truly startling is the popularity of something that has been called, for better or worse, “kid-shaming.” The idea of taking a photo of a sign hanging around a loved one’s neck seems to have started with pets. Maybe it is funny to see dogs, cats and even hamsters who seem to be confessing their “sins,” but when children are the subjects of these photos, many viewers find themselves cringing instead of chuckling. Some “shaming” photos are clearly intended to be entertaining. In a contemporary version of “Kids say (and do) the darndest things,” parents of toddlers or even infants post ostensibly cute pictures of little ones holding messages about potty accidents or other childish forms of misbehavior. In other cases, parents seem to hope that online shaming will be an effective form of discipline. Some parents, frustrated by unruly teens, have updated The Scarlet Letter by posting photos of young people holding signs describing infractions ranging from stealing and cheating to back talk and breaking curfew. Although kid-shaming photos may seem extreme, they raise serious questions about when it’s appropriate to expose children to the scrutiny of social media. Here are questions worth asking before you post ANY photo of your child.

What’s my motivation? Parenthood can be frustrating and lonely. Connecting with other parents—on the playground, at the sidelines of soccer games—is a time-honored way to relieve stress. After kibitzing with other parents, most people return to the challenges of raising children with more perspective and better balance. Social media may seem like a variation on this theme, and posting a funny photo of a child may temporarily relieve adult feelings of embarrassment, irritation or isolation. The difference, of course, is that social media throws an unwilling or oblivious child into the spotlight, inviting laughter, judgment and even ridicule. When you’re tempted to post a photo of your child, stop for a moment and examine your own feelings. Are you acting out of love for your child? Or is posting a way to meet your own (very legitimate) need for attention or support? If it’s all about you, consider other ways of getting what you need. Phone a friend. Join a parenting group. Read a book on child development. Or keep a (private!) journal. How would I feel if I were the one in the photo? Everyone makes mistakes. In healthy families, people can count on loved ones not to blab about their weaknesses. Even the cutest kid-shaming photos violate this trust. Before posting, try to imagine—in detail—how you would feel if someone (spouse? child? friend? parent?) shared an image of you at your worst or with a sign around your neck proclaiming your most embarrassing secret.

Will this make my child feel ashamed or humiliated? Humiliation is one of the quickest ways to undermine trust in a relationship. Over-

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whelmed parents may be tempted to try it as a discipline strategy because shame can produce short-term compliance. Unfortunately, child development experts agree that the long-term consequences of being called out in public are damaging. Public punishment makes a child feel defined by his or her mistake, so it’s likely to lead to feelings of isolation, self-hatred, hostility or even revenge. In contrast, effective discipline helps children understand how they can make amends for mistakes in the past and make better choices in the future.

What if this goes viral? Most of what’s posted online disappears without a trace. There are, however, rather conspicuous exceptions. Before sharing a photo or video of your child, think about what would happen to your kid—and you—if that image turns out to be one of the random items that gets shared by millions of other people. When a post takes on a life of its own and becomes associated with a child’s name, it’s likely to be the first thing that shows up in future searches by everyone from employers to romantic partners. Do you really want your child—or your parenting—to be defined by one foolish moment?

Do I want my child to follow this example? Most parents teach their kids not to embarrass, much less mock other people. Those lessons seem rather lame when kids discover parents have posted photos that mortify or make fun of them. In this respect, kid-shaming resembles teasing. You may say you’re “just kidding” but often there’s an undercurrent of hostility that makes it difficult to distinguish teasing from bullying. To raise kids who are caring and respectful, parents have to be models of caring, respectful behavior online as well as off.

Will this post improve your relationship with your child? Some images do strengthen relationships because they affirm a family’s values—pride in a child’s accomplishment, a shared sense of humor, times of genuine togetherness. When it seems important to post pictures of your family, seek out photos that will reinforce what’s good about your connection with your kid. If you’re uncertain about posting an image, you can, of course, ask your child whether it’s OK to share. When children are too young to answer that question or to anticipate the possible consequences, parents bear the added responsibility of trying to imagine what they might think now as well as in the future. Given what’s at stake, some parents may decide that, when it comes to kids, “under-sharing” is by far the better option. 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/”www.growing-up-online.com to read other columns.

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Do You Have an Iron Deficiency? By Noelia Martinez

ron is very important in maintaining many body functions, including the production of hemoglobin, the molecule in your blood that carries oxygen. Iron is also necessary to maintain healthy cells, skin, hair, and nails. Iron-Deficiency can be easily overlooked in both children and adults because some of the symptoms of low iron in your blood are: headaches, muscle cramps, and general fatigue or weakness. These can often be attributed to stressful days and lack of sleep. However, your doctor can perform a simple blood test to determine if your symptoms are iron deficiency related. While having low levels of any essential vitamins and minerals can be unhealthy, Iron-Deficiency Anemia is a serious disorder that can develop from chronic low levels of iron in the blood.

Who’s at Risk? Women who are pregnant or breast feeding- Both you and your child are absorbing a lot more iron than on a regular basis People who workout on a regular basis- Low iron is dangerous for an athlete. Even though headaches are a common symptom during strenuous work, for athletes, low iron can cause migraines and can even push them into unconsciousness in the middle of games, races, or long practices. Vegan or vegetarian- While meat eaters can easily get natural iron from red meat, vegetarians or semi-vegetarians usually have to take extra iron supplements to consume their daily amount. Children who drink more than 16 to 24 ounces a day of cow’s milk Cow’s milk not only contains little iron, but it can also decrease absorption of iron and irritate the intestinal lining causing chronic blood loss.

Signs of iron deficiency: • A desire to eat/chew ice • A need to constantly move your legs • Swelling or soreness of the tongue • Brittle nails or hair loss • Dizziness and shortened breath • Coldness in hands and feet

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ASK: Asking Saves Kids One question could save your child’s life. Is there an unlocked gun where my child plays? Statistics you should know: • 80% of unintentional firearm deaths of kids under 15 occur in the home. • 1 in 3 homes with children have guns, many left unlocked or loaded. • 9 children and teens are shot each day in gun accidents. The ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Campaign promotes a simple idea with the potential to help keep kids safe. It encourages parents to ASK if there is an unlocked gun in the homes where their children play. Parents ask all sorts of questions before their children visit other homes. They ask about pets in the house, discuss allergies and Internet access, and ask questions about supervision. ASK encourages parents to add one more question to this conversation: “Is there an unlocked gun in your house?” It’s a simple question, but it has the power to save a child’s life. The gun topic can sometimes be a controversial issue that many choose to avoid discussing. However, your child’s safety is the only issue that matters when you decide to ask this question. For more than a decade, the ASK Campaign and its supporters have partnered with over 400 grassroots organizations to spread its message in neighborhoods nationwide. The ASK Campaign is a collaboration between the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence and the American Academy of Pediatrics who has promoted the ASK message to its 62,000 members across the country. The ASK Campaign has successfully inspired 19 million households to ask if there are guns where their children play. Source: www.askingsaveskids.org

CROSSROADS: Peer Education to Prevent Substance Abuse The CROSSROADS Adolescent Substance Abuse Prevention Program offers schools and organizations with an evidence-based approach to preventing and delaying adolescent drug use. CROSSROADS Adolescent offers middle schools, high schools and organizations a comprehensive approach to adolescent prevention. Practicing prevention professionals and a well-trained team of College Mentors, are dedicated to helping make CROSSROADS successful and effective in a variety of group settings. The 5 CROSSROADS Adolescent PROGRAM Components Peer Educators: These are middle or high school students selected by their teacher to co-teach the CROSSROADS curriculum to their classmates and conduct CROSSROADS Drug Information Booth exhibits and Social Norms Campaigns for their school or organization. College Mentors: These are specially-trained UNCW students who assist in the recruitment and selection of our in-school Peer Educators and with the implementation of the CROSSROADS program in local schools and organizations. Drug Information Booths: CROSSROADS has created 6 colorful drug information displays that can be used in a variety of group settings as an interactive tool for heightening adolescents’ awareness of common drugs of abuse. Each display is designed for young audiences and is intended to be run by middle school or high school Peer Educators. Social Norms Campaign: The CROSSROADS Social Norms Campaigns are designed to help Peer Educators identify and promote actual healthy behaviors already practiced by students in their school or organization. The Peer Educators (with help from the College Mentors) then create their own Social Norms media campaign promoting one or both of the 2 resulting CROSSROADS Social Norms messages. Classroom Curriculum: CROSSROADS includes a 7-lesson curriculum designed to be team-taught by Peer Educators and their teacher or another adult. To learn MORE about the CROSSROADS Adolescent program, please visit www.crossroadsprevention.com or contact us at (910) 962-7432.

Healthy Carb-Loading for Young Athletes Young athletes often have demanding schedules. School, homework, long practices, and games can overwhelm their growing bodies. They may be tempted to “carb-load” for some quick energy in hopes of pushing through a long day, but not all carbohydrates have the same effect. The Glycemic Index (or GI) was originally brought about for those people who have Diabetes, but it can also be useful to athletes looking for sustained energy and better recuperation. “High Glycemic” foods are quickly absorbed and give a quick boost and an inevitable crash. “Low Glycemic” foods absorb slowly and take longer to release into the system. Low GI foods can benefit your health and athletic performance. Since low GI foods are assimilated at a slower rate, the energy is sustained throughout a highly demanding physical day. Consuming low to medium glycemic carbs can help prevent the crash outcomes with caffeine, simple sugar, and high glycemic carbs. So when your young athlete wants a boost before a big game or a long practice, give them a snack that will give them long-lasting energy. Low-medium glycemic carbs: • Nuts • Agave nectar • Brown rice • Quinoa • Black beans • Fruits - ONLY: plums, peaches, apples, oranges, pears, grapes • Pasta (boiled for 5 minutes) Source: Becky Wilson, is a local PICP I & II Strength and Conditioning Coach who works with all levels of clients to achieve their personal and/or athletic goals. Call (910) 789-3792 for more information..

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All Month Long! Cotton Exchange Tours

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10am – 10pm Daily. Water & Market Streets, downtown. Costumed driver narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront, driven by rescued horses. $12/Adults. $5/Children under 12. Call 251-8889 with questions. Visit www. horsedrawntours.com for coupon.

A View from Space

Tues-Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 1-5pm. Through Sept. 7th. Cape Fear Museum. Since the launch of the world’s first artificial satellite Sputnik in 1957, satellites have dramatically changed the way we study our planet. A View from Space, a new, bilingual (Spanish and English), highly interactive, hands-on science exhibit, will allow visitors to see the world from a satellite’s perspective. They can track a hurricane from space, send a satellite spinning into orbit around a model Earth, study incredible images of our planet captured by NASA’s Earth Observing System, and more! Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for details.

Butterfly Bungalow

9am-5pm. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Through September. This new temporary exhibit is unlike many at the Aquarium; this experience does not include scales or fins. Yet, it continues the Aquarium’s mission of inspiring conservation and appreciation of the natural world. Visitors will delight in the beauty of hundreds of exotic butterflies from around the world. Through the encounter, guests gain a better understanding of the importance of butterflies and other insect pollinators. Inside the Butterfly Bungalow, a greenhouse-like enclosure, hundreds of exotic butterflies fly free and land on tropical plants and, occasionally, on visitors’ heads, arms and noses. Tickets for the exhibit are $3, general Aquarium admission is additional. Visit www. ncaquariums.com for more information.

1 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.

Art and Craft Friday – Hot Mess Finger/Feet Painting

10am Fridays. Ms. Susan’s Room in The Art Works, 200 Willard St. Children ages 3+ enjoy a weekly Art/Craft project. $10 per child. Visit www. ms-susans-room.com for weekly events. RSVP

required in advance by texting 910-777-8889 or emailing info@ms-susans-room.com.

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 Paige. Children must have an adult present. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or beach towel. No registration required! Call 798-6322 for more details.

Music and Movement Storytime

10:30-11am, Fridays. Northeast Library. Have fun moving with stories and music! Learn basic musical concepts and enjoy exciting and active stories. Incorporates several movement disciplines including yoga. No pre-registration or equipment needed. Please wear clothing that is comfortable for active play or dance. Ages 5 years and younger. Call 798-6373 for details.

Teen Craft Time

3-4:30pm, Fridays. Myrtle Grove Library. Calling all teens - come make some fun crafts @ your library! All supplies are provided (except for a t-shirt on T-Shirt Modifications day) so you can be crafty in the summer. Ages 12-17. Call 798-6328 for craft schedule.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Party

4:30-5:30pm. Learning Express, Military Cutoff location. Come have fun with the WOW Factor of Wilmington. Games, ooze, trivia, and a visit from Leonardo. Ages 5 and up with a reservation. Call 509-0153 for details.

Airlie Gardens Summer Concert Series: BLP

6-8pm. Airlie Gardens. The Summer Concert Series continues with the dance sounds of BLP. Visit www.airliegardens.org for more information.

Downtown Sundown Concert Series: The Dave Matthews Tribute Band

6pm. Riverfront Park. Free. Come downtown to the river and enjoy the, The Dave Matthews Tribute Band. Beer, wine and food are available for purchase during the performances. The event takes place either rain or shine. Visit www. wilmingtondowntown.com for details.

Get Pop-Cultured: Frozen Friday!

7pm. Barnes & Noble. Cool Off with Olaf at this special event. Bring in the kids for storytime, a sing-along, crafts and activities with everyone’s favorite summer-loving snowman!

Kure Beach Variety Entertainment Series: The Imitations

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Imitations! Bring a chair or blanket, sit back and enjoy the show! Visit www.townofkurebeach.org for a complete summer schedule.

2 Saturday

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.

Riverfront Farmer’s Market

Boogie in the Park: Seneca Guns

8am-1pm, Saturdays. Riverfront Park. A weekly market in the historic downtown river district. The market features local farmers, producers, artists and crafters. Products include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheeses, meats, seafood, honey, baked goods, legumes, pickled items, jams and jellies, wine, art, crafts and more. Call 910-538-6223 for more information.

Stop Animation

9:30am. Saturdays. Myrtle Grove Library. Create your own Stop Animation movie using ReadyANIMATOR, iStopMotion and iMovie! Appointments available at 3:30pm & 4:15pm. Registration required. Call 798-6393. Ages 8 & up. Limit two children per session. Call 798-6353 for details.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Party

10-11am. Learning Express, Oleander location. Come have fun with the WOW Factor of Wilmington. Games, ooze, trivia, and a visit from Leonardo. Ages 5 and up with a reservation. Call 313-3100 for details.

Pirate Invasion Learning Center

1-4pm. Cape Fear Museum. What were pirates really like? Discover the world of pirates as you make and hoist your own Jolly Roger, get a pirate tattoo, and make a Lego pirate ship. Dress up like a privateer, learn how to tie knots aboard a ship, and play pirate games! Parental participation is required. Free for members or with general admission. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for more information.

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.

Marvel Superhero Day: 75th Anniversary

4pm. Barnes & Noble. Activities and giveaways, including a chance to win special Marvel prizes and more. Call 509-1880 for details.

3 Sunday National Kid’s 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.

5-8pm. Kure Beach Ocean Front Park. Get ready for summer and enjoy music from Seneca Guns playing a variety of music. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and your boogie shoes for some free, familyfriendly entertainment! Visit www.townofkurebeach.org for complete summer schedule.

Movies at the Lake: The LEGO Movie

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.

4 Monday Wrightsville Beach Farmer’s Market

8am-1pm Mondays. Wrightsville Beach Municipal Grounds. Through Sept 1st. Free and open to the public. 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.

Superb Soccer Stars

10:30-11am, Mondays. Children’s Museum. A fun and exciting way for your child to develop important building blocks for ages 3 to 6 years. Call 254-3534 for details.

Soil Sam with 4-H

2-3pm. Carolina Beach Library. Take part in planting and decorating your very own “Soil Sam” with the fun folks from 4-H! Plants, like people, have certain things they need to grow big and strong. You’ll learn how to take care of your “Plant Person” so that in a few days its hair will sprout! Ages 6-12. Call 798-6393 to register.

Get Pop-Cultured: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Day!

4pm. Barnes & Noble. Discover your inner Ninja Turtle with exciting ninja activities for kids ages 5 to 10. Call 509-1880 for details.

Family Pirate Games

6-6:45pm, Mondays. Museum of Coastal Carolina. Families explore the museum together and play pirate-themed games. Craft activity for kids. Visit www. museumplanetarium.org for more information.

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5 Tuesday Kure Beach Market

8am-1pm, Tuesdays. Kure Beach. Open till 8/26. Shop for locally grown produce and hand crafted goods! Visit www.townofkurebeach. org for more information.

Storytime at the Library

9:30; 10:00; 10:30am Tuesdays. Main Library. Lapsit, Toddler, and Preschool storytimes! Stories, songs, and age appropriate activities for each group. Call 798-6303 with questions.

Happy Little Singers

9:45am Tuesdays. Ms. Susan’s Room in The Art Works. Ages 6 months to 6 years. Sing, Dance and Creative Play. $10 per family with one to two children, $5 each additional child. Drop-ins welcome. Call 7778889 for more information.

Gems4U Craft Tuesday - Bracelet Beading Class

11am, Tuesdays. Gems4U, 21 N. Front St. Ages 6+. Parents are welcome to join in. Make and Take your masterpiece home. $15. per child. Limit 10 per class. Call Mary at 742-5938 or email gemsbymary@aol.com to pre-register.

Water Play at the Library

1-1:45pm. Myrtle Grove Library. Join Mr. Scooter for 45 minutes of rambunctious water activities! Ages 6-12. Call 798-6353 to register.

Soil Sam with 4-H

2-3pm. Northeast Library. Take part in planting and decorating your very own “Soil Sam” with the fun folks from 4-H! Plants, like people, have certain things they need to grow big and strong. You’ll learn how to take care of your “Plant Person” so that in a few days its hair will sprout! Ages 6-12. Call 798-6393 to register.

Kid’s Cooking Club – Going Ethiopian: Injera Bread

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 Chick-fil-A

5:30 – 7pm Tuesdays. Chick-fil-A Mayfaire. Don’t miss the fun family events. Call 256-0854 for weekly details.

Family Night at Carolina Beach Boardwalk: No Sleeves Magic Show

6:30-8:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Line dancing, limbo, games, hula hoop contests, face painting and the new Crayola bouncy house-plus more. Every week a surprise visitor interacts with the kids.There is also one free children’s amusement ride from 6:30-8pm. And don’t forget to purchase your raffle tickets for free amusement ride armbands, aquarium passes, pizza, snow-cones Italian ices, Britts Donuts and much more! Be sure to make your way to the boardwalk for a family fun time! Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for details.

Kindermusik for Babies

10:30am. Learning Express Military Cutoff location. Newborn to 1 (reservations, please) Gentle music and movement with Kindermusik educator Catherine Szuch. Call 509-0153 for reservations.

Soil Sam with 4-H

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2-3pm. Myrtle Grove Library. Take part in planting and decorating your very own “Soil Sam” with the fun folks from 4-H! Plants, like people, have certain things they need to grow big and strong. You’ll learn how to take care of your “Plant Person” so that in a few days its hair will sprout! Ages 6-12. Call 798-6393 to register.

Poplar Grove Farmer’s Market

Origami in a Box

8am-1pm Wednesdays, Poplar Grove Plantation. Join us at the beautiful historic Poplar Grove Mansion every Wednesday for the Farmer’s Market. Interact with the people growing, catching, baking and producing your food and other products. This is a great way to connect with the community and find one-of-a kind goods including crafts and delicious foods for the whole family! Visit www.poplargrove. com for more information.

2-3pm. Main Library. Origami instructions and paper will be made available in the teen area. Bring a friend and create some origami objects to take home with you. Call 798-6303 for details.

Family Movies @ the Library

3-4:30pm. Northeast Library. Join us for a family movie. Bring your own snacks and drinks and watch a wonderful movie. Call 798-6393 for details.

Storytime at the Library

Discover Science - Make a Sun Dial

Happy Little Singers

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9:30; 10:00; 10:30am Wednesdays. Northeast & Myrtle Grove Library. Lapsit, Toddler, and Preschool storytimes! Stories, songs, and age appropriate activities for each group. Call 798-6303 with questions. 9:45am Wednesdays. Ms. Susan’s Room in The Art Works. Ages 4 ½ to 8 years. Sing, Dance and Creative Play. $10 per family with one to two children, $5 each additional child. Drop-ins welcome. Call 777-8889 for more information.

Preschool Science - Color Spy

10am. Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Hands-on activities geared for little ones allowing them to explore the world around them. Visit www.playwilmington.org for details.

Storytime by the Sea

10-11:30am, Wednesdays through 8/27. Kure Beach. Join the Princess and her fairytale friends from Fairytales and Dreams by the Sea. Fun activities for both boys and girls. Don’t forget your camera to get a picture taken with the Princess!

3:30pm Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Explore and learn about the scientific process through critical thinking skills. Call 254-3534 or visit www.playwilmington.org to pre-register.

Storytime at the Library

9:30; 10:00; 10:30am Thursdays. Northeast & Myrtle Grove Library. Lapsit, Toddler, and Preschool storytimes! Stories, songs, and age appropriate activities for each group. Call 798-6303 with questions.

Happy Little Singers

9:45am Thursdays. Ms. Susan’s Room in The Art Works. Ages 6 months to 6 years. Sing, Dance and Creative Play. $10 per family with one to two children, $5 each additional child. Drop-ins welcome. Call 777-8889 for more information.

StoryCOOKS

10am Thursdays. Children’s Museum. Cooking club for preschoolers. Read a story and create a dish inspired by the book. Sponsored by Harris Teeter. Call 254-3534 to pre-register.

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Baby Dance Boogie

10am. Learning Express, Oleander location. For ages 1-3 with Dance with Me director Danielle Tisdale. Boogie down and have fun! Reservations required. Call 313-3100 for details.

Preschool Dance Mania

10:30am. Learning Express, Oleander location. For ages 3-5 with Dance with Me director Danielle Tisdale. Boogie down and have fun! Reservations required. Call 313-3100 for details.

Soil Sam with 4-H

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2-3pm. Main Library. Take part in planting and decorating your very own “Soil Sam” with the fun folks from 4-H! Plants, like people, have certain things they need to grow big and strong. You’ll learn how to take care of your “Plant Person” so that in a few days its hair will sprout! Ages 6-12. Call 798-6393 to register.

Happy Bigger Singers

3pm Thursdays. Ms. Susan’s Room in The Art Works. Ages 4-8 years. Sing, Dance and Creative Play. $10 per family with one to two children, $5 each additional child. Drop-ins welcome. Please text 910777-8889 or email info@happylittlesingers.com to register.

LEGOS in the Library

3:30pm. Main Library. Come, create, play! See if you can meet the challenge of the day - singly or with a friend. Bring your imagination. No fees, but registration is required. Call 798-6303 to reserve a spot.

Fireworks by the Sea and Boardwalk Blast: 40 East

6:30pm Thursdays. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the Contemporary Country music of the 40 East 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

6:30-8pm. Wrightsville Beach Park. Bring a blanket or chairs and relax to the sounds of The Imitations. Concert is free and open to the public. Visit www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com for more information.

8 Friday Mud Day!

9am-12pm. Children’s Museum. Join us for our annual MUD DAY--a day full of the messiest fun you can imagine! Explore Magic Mud, a substance with properties of both a liquid and a solid, make mud pies in our outdoor kitchen, give yourself a mud mask, or just play in the mud! Be sure to wear a bathing suit or old clothes and bring a towel and a change of clothes. Free with admission or membership

Art and Craft Friday – Puzzle Trees

$125,000 in clothing,

items to help those in need. Help us help others by donating your used clothing and furniture. To schedule a pick-up please call 762-6611

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9am-12pm. Children’s Museum. See 08/09.

Creativity Classes

10:30-11:30am. Learning Express, Oleander location. Join in the fun with free supplies and teacher Franz from Faber Castell, ages 6+ with reservation. Call 313-3100 for details.

Kidfest

12-3pm. Belk, Mayfaire. Join us for a fashion show, refreshments, and games. See a Sales Associate for details on how your child can be a Star of the Show. Visit www.mayfairetown.com for details.

Pirate Invasion Learning Center

10 Sunday Boogie in the Park: Train Wreck

5-8pm. Kure Beach Ocean Front Park. Get ready for summer and enjoy music from Train Wreck playing a variety of music. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and your boogie shoes for some free, family-friendly entertainment! Visit www.townofkurebeach.org for complete summer schedule.

Movies at the Lake: Sammy 2

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Little Explorers: Go Fish

Creativity Classes

Water Play

Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Coconut Grove

To schedule a pick-up please call 762-6611 furniture and house-hold Thank you and God bless !

Mud Day!

10am Fridays. Ms. Susan’s Room in The Art Works, 200 Willard St. Children ages 3+ enjoy a weekly Art/Craft project. $10 per child. Visit www.ms-susans-room.com for weekly events. RSVP required in advance by texting 910-777-8889 or emailing info@ms-susans-room.com. 4-5pm. Learning Express, Military Cutoff location. Join in the fun with free supplies and teacher Franz from Faber Castell, ages 6+ with reservation. Call 509-0153 for details.

The Salvation Army distributes more than $125,000 in clothing, furniture and household items help those in need. Help us Theto Salvation Army help others by donating your used clothing distributes more than and furniture.

non-profit organizations. Free Parking is located at the Lake and on Lake Park Boulevard. Paid parking is also provided in close proximity. Visit www.carolinabeachfarmersmarket.com for more information.

6pm. Riverfront Park. Free. Come downtown to the river and enjoy the Steely Dan tribute band, Coconut Grove. Beer, wine and food are available for purchase during the performances. The event takes place either rain or shine. Visit www.wilmingtondowntown.com for details.

Free Summer Concert Series - South of K

6:30-8:30pm. Fort Fisher Recreation Area. Bring blankets and chairs for the whole family and prepare to boogie the night away. Food is allowed so pack your picnic and enjoy dinner to the grooves of live music--for free! This week, enjoy the bluegrass sounds of the South of K. Please do not bring pets or beverages. Beverages will be for sale. Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for more information.

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Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market

10am. Halyburton Park. Discover nature through stories, songs, hands-on activities, hikes and crafts. This week’s theme is Go Fish. Ages 2-5. Call 341-0075 to register. 1-1:45pm. Carolina Beach Library. Join Mr. Scooter for 45 minutes of rambunctious water activities! Ages 6-12. Call 798-6303 to register.

Water Play at the Library

4-4:30pm. Northeast Library. Join us for 30 minutes of outdoor water activities. Bring a towel to dry off with after taking a fun break from the heat! Ages 6-12. Call 798-6353 to register.

12 Tuesday Kure Beach Market

8am-1pm, Tuesdays. Kure Beach. Open till 8/26. Shop for locally grown produce and hand crafted goods! Visit www.townofkurebeach. org for more information.

Little Explorers: Go Fish

10am. Halyburton Park. See 08/11.

Kid’s Cooking Club – Going Malagasy: Salady Voankazo (Tropical Fruit Salad)

Family Night at Carolina Beach Boardwalk

6:30-8:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Line dancing, limbo, games, hula hoop contests, face painting and the new Crayola bouncy house-plus more. Every week a surprise visitor interacts with the kids.There is also one free children’s amusement ride from 6:30-8pm. And don’t forget to purchase your raffle tickets for free amusement ride armbands, aquarium passes, pizza, snow-cones, Italian ices, Britts Donuts and much more! Be sure to make your way to the boardwalk for a family fun time! Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for details.

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American Girl Event

7pm. Barnes & Noble, Mayfaire. Join us for an American Girl Night! We’ll have fun crafts and activities. All are welcome to join the fun in the Children’s Department. Call 509-1880 for details.

13 Wednesday Poplar Grove Farmer’s Market

Preschool Science - Paint Chip Picture Walk

10am. Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Hands-on activities geared for little ones allowing them to explore the world around them. Visit www.playwilmington.org for details.

Kindermusik for Babies

10:30am. Learning Express Oleander location. Newborn to 1 (reservations, please) Gentle music and movement with Kindermusik educator Catherine Szuch. Call 313-3100 for reservations.

Teen Book Swap

2-3pm @ Main Library & 3-4pm @ Northeast Library. Bring a book and swap it for another, either one of ours or from another teen. Discuss what you did or didn’t like about it and take a new one home for yourself to keep. FREE! Free ARC’s will be given away as well at the Main Library. What’s an ARC? Come and find out! Call 798-6303 for details.

Discover Science - Flower Prints

3:30pm Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Explore and learn about the scientific process through critical thinking skills. Call 254-3534 or visit www.playwilmington.org to pre-register.

14 Thursday French for Tots

10am. Learning Express, Military Cutoff location. Language Workshop for Children from the Children’s Museum of Wilmington. Say “bonjour” to musical and prop-filled fun in French with Madame Marie Field. Ages 6 months-5 years.. Reservations Required. Call 509-0153 for details.

Junior Naturalist: Ponds, Lakes, and Oceans Oh My!

1:30-3pm. Halyburton Park. Come out to the park to discover the biodiverse world of our major water systems. We will learn how different animals are adapted to their environment as well as their needs, habits, and habitats. We will then do some collecting in the pond, identify them using different tools, and later build an awesome, aquatic craft. Ages 5-11. $5 Visit www.halyburtonpark.com for details.

Fireworks by the Sea and Boardwalk Blast: Drew Smith Band

Rainbow Loom-a-Thon for the MaxLove Project

4-6pm. Learning Express, Military Cutoff & Oleander locations. Bring chains to add, and we will also provide bands and chain creation in the stores. Reservations not needed. Bring your loom! Inspired by Rainbow Loom fanatic Max Wilford, a 7-year-old fighting brain cancer, MaxLove Project is a 100% volunteer-powered, grassroots nonprofit organization founded to help SuperKids thrive against cancer and life-threatening conditions. We are trying to help Max realize his dream of creating a 100 mile long Rainbow Loom chain. Call 313-3100 for details. 6-8pm. Airlie Gardens. The Summer Concert Series continues with the reggae sounds of Signal Fire. Visit www.airliegardens.org for more information.

Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Slippery When Wet

6pm. Riverfront Park. Free. Come downtown to the river and enjoy the Bon Jovi tribute band, Slippery When Wet. Beer, wine and food are available for purchase during the performances. The event takes place either rain or shine. Visit wilmingtondowntown.com for details.

Kure Beach Variety Entertainment Series: Music & Comedy

7-10pm. Kure Beach Ocean Front Park. Join Kure Beach on select Fridays throughout the summer for some incredible family-fun! Pick from a variety of comedy shows, concerts, impersonators and magicians to find the very best fit for your night out! This week enjoy some fun with Music & Comedy! Bring a chair or blanket, sit back and enjoy the show! Visit www.townofkurebeach.org for a complete summer schedule.

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Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market

8am-1pm Saturdays. Carolina Beach Lake Park. Through October 4th. Enjoy the Farmer’s Market on the island! Vendors will feature locally-produced fruits and vegetables, plants, baked goods, dairy products, meats, crafts, wines and more. Each market will feature live entertainment from local musicians and informational opportunities from local non-profit organizations. Free Parking is located at the Lake and on Lake Park Boulevard. Paid parking is also provided in close proximity. Visit www.carolinabeachfarmersmarket.com for more information.

9am-12pm. Childrens Museum. Put the fun in back-to-school! Come meet the educators at the big Back-to-School Kickoff. Local family-oriented business fair, including the sponsors that make our educational exhibits great! Fantastic door prizes for you and your family! Talk to the experts--local teachers, guidance counselors, and principals will be here to answer questions before your children head back to school (or start for the first time). Perfect for parents with children of all ages, even those that are getting ready to start college! Free with admission or membership.

15 Friday Port City Rib Fest

Battleship Park. A three-day 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 on the Discovery Channel’s Pitmaster. Don’t miss out on this chance to sample some nationally-acclaimed southern BBQ!

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Battleship Park. A three-day celebration of great BBQ and music. See 08/15.

Jazz at the Mansion: Geno and Friends

6:30-8pm. Wrightsville Beach Park. Bring a blanket or chairs and relax to the sounds of Jack Jack 180. Concert is free and open to the public. Visit www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com for more information.

Kids Classes Adult Classes

Port City Rib Fest

Free Day of Dance

WECT Sounds of Summer: Jack Jack 180

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Airlie Gardens Summer Concert Series: Signal Fire

6:30pm Thursdays. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9pm and the Classic Country music of Drew Smith Band 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. 6:30-7:30pm. Bellamy Mansion. Join the Cape Fear Jazz Society and the Bellamy Mansion Museum in welcoming Geno and Friendsl to the Mansion. Come out and listen to the sax and all of your favorite jazz tunes. Wine and beer available for sale. Tickets are $10 for members and $12 for general admission. Bring a picnic, a lawn chair, and the kids!

Art Classes Young Artist’s Series

9:30am-4:30pm. Wilmington School of Ballet. Come out and enjoy a day of free dancing! Wear something comfortable. Call 794-9590 to reserve your spot.

Tools for School Extravaganza

Pirate Invasion Learning Center

Rainbow Loom-a-Thon for the MaxLove Project

2-4pm. Learning Express, Military Cutoff & Oleander locations. Bring chains to add, and we will also provide bands and chain creation in the stores. Reservations not needed. Bring your loom! Inspired by Rainbow Loom fanatic Max Wilford, a 7-year-old fighting brain cancer, MaxLove Project is a 100% volunteer-powered, grassroots nonprofit organization founded to help SuperKids thrive against cancer and life-threatening conditions. We are trying to help Max realize his dream of creating a 100 mile long Rainbow Loom chain. Call 313-3100 for details.

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17 Sunday Movies at the Lake: Tad the Lost Explorer

8:45pm. Carolina Beach Lake. This week’s free movie: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2. 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.

Port City Rib Fest

Battleship Park. A three-day celebration of great BBQ and music. See 08/15.

Boogie in the Park: Machine Gun Band

5-8pm. Kure Beach Ocean Front Park. Get ready for summer and enjoy the music of Machine Gun Band playing a variety of music. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and your boogie shoes for some free, familyfriendly entertainment! Visit www.townofkurebeach.org for complete summer schedule.

18 Monday Wrightsville Beach Farmer’s Market

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.

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19 Tuesday World Humanitarian Day Kure Beach Market

8am-1pm, Tuesdays. Kure Beach. Open till 8/26. Shop for locally grown produce and hand crafted goods! Visit www.townofkurebeach.org for more information.

LEGOS in the Library

10am. Myrtle Grove Library. Come, create, play! See if you can meet the challenge of the day - singly or with a friend. Bring your imagination. No fees, but registration is required. Call 798-6303 to reserve a spot.

Water Play

1-1:45pm. Carolina Beach Library. Join Mr. Scooter for 45 minutes of rambunctious water activities! Ages 6-12. Call 798-6303 to register.

Kid’s Cooking Club – Going Australian: Lamington Dessert

Water Play at the Library

4-4:30pm. Northeast Library. Join us for 30 minutes of outdoor water activities. Bring a towel to dry off with after taking a fun break from the heat! Ages 6-12. Call 798-6353 to register.

Family Night at Carolina Beach Boardwalk: Featuring Lynne and The Wave

6:30-8:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Line dancing, limbo, games, hula hoop contests, face painting and the new Crayola bouncy house--plus more. Every week a surprise visitor interacts with the kids.There is also one free children’s amusement ride from 6:30-8pm. And don’t forget to purchase your raffle tickets for free amusement ride armbands, aquarium passes, pizza, snow-cones Italian ices, Britts Donuts and much more! Be sure to make your way to the boardwalk for a family fun time! Visit www.pleasureislandnc. org for details.

20 Wednesday Poplar Grove Farmer’s Market

Preschool Science - Hunt for Tree Products

Two Locations: Wilmington: 8115 Market Street, Suite 204 - Jacksonville: 306 Dolphine Drive 18 | August 2014 | Wilmington Parent

10am. Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Hands-on activities geared for little ones allowing them to explore the world around them. Visit www.playwilmington.org for details.

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Discover Science - Back-to-School Desk Organizer

3:30pm Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Explore and learn about the scientific process through critical thinking skills. Call 254-3534 or visit www.playwilmington.org to pre-register.

21 Thursday Baby Dance Boogie

10am. Learning Express, Military Cutoff location. For ages 1-3 with Dance with Me director Danielle Tisdale. Boogie down and have fun! Reservations required. Call 509-0153 for details.

Preschool Dance Mania

10:30am. Learning Express, Military Cutoff location. For ages 3-5 with Dance with Me director Danielle Tisdale. Boogie down and have fun! Reservations required. Call 509-0153 for details.

Fireworks by the Sea and Boardwalk Blast: Lynne and The Wave 6:30pm Thursdays. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the music of Lynne and The Wave 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.

Magic Tree House Event

7pm. Barnes & Noble. Come join the fun as we talk about Magic Tree House adventures. Craft and activities in our Childrens Department. Call 509-1880 for details.

22 Friday Art and Craft Friday – Painting Creatively

Orb Factory Fun Fiesta Weekend

4-6pm. Learning Express, both locations. Free. Create a Plush Craft Petal Purse. Ages 5+ with reservation. Call 509-0153 for details.

Childcare Listing Guide Childcare – Preschools AAI Pharma Learning Center 2320 Scientific Park Drive 910-254-7384 denise.ward@aaipharma.com Ages: 6 weeks to 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.net Now enrolling students ages 3-5, for 2, 3, or 5 day programs.

Downtown Sundown Concert Series: The Right On Band

6pm. Riverfront Park. Free. Come downtown to the river and enjoy the sounds of, The Right On Band. Beer, wine and food are available for purchase during the performances. The event takes place either rain or shine. Visit wilmingtondowntown.com for details.

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.

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. 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.

Drop In Childcare Simply Play Drop-In Childcare 3818 Oleander Dr. Wilmington, Nc 28403 910-791-0022 www.playsimplyplay.com 12 months-12 years, Monday-Thursday 830am-830 pm, Friday-Saturday 830 am-1130pm. Simply Play is an award winning drop-in childcare center created by a Kindergarten teacher to meet the needs of today’s busy families.

Free Summer Concert Series - Bakkwoodz

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.

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Babysitting and Nanny Services

6:30-8:30pm. Fort Fisher Recreation Area. Bring blankets and chairs for the whole family and prepare to boogie the night away. Food is allowed so pack your picnic and enjoy dinner to the grooves of live music - for free! This week enjoy the classic country sounds of Bakkwoodz. We do ask that you please do not bring pets or beverages. Beverages will be for sale. Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for more information.

Riverfront Farmer’s Market

Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market

8am-1pm Saturdays. Carolina Beach Lake Park. Through October 4th. Enjoy the Farmer’s Market on the island! Vendors will feature locallyproduced fruits and vegetables, plants, baked goods, dairy products, meats, crafts, wines and more. Each market will feature live entertainment from local musicians and informational opportunities from local non-profit organizations. Free Parking is located at the Lake and on Lake Park Boulevard. Paid parking is also provided in close proximity. Visit www.carolinabeachfarmersmarket.com for more information.

Dinosaur Princess Party - Summer Reading Finale

9:30-11am. Myrtle Grove Library. Join us for Summer Reading Finale ... DINOSAUR PRINCESS PARTY! Mingle with princesses from Fairytales & Dreams by the Sea. Take a photo with a 6’3” dinosaur! Tell us about a book you read this summer and get a prize! Call 798-6328 for details.

Pirate Invasion Learning Center

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Nancy’s Nannies, Inc. 252-726-6575 www.nancysnannies.com nancy@nancysnannies.com Providing Babysitting & Nanny Service, from Morehead City to Wilmington, NC since 1991.

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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Orb Factory Fun Fiesta Weekend

4-6pm. Learning Express, both locations. FREE. Pixel Pops creations. Ages 7+ with reservation. Call 509-0153 for details.

24 Sunday Boogie in the Park: Millenia Funk’n Band

5-8pm. Kure Beach Ocean Front Park. Get ready for summer and enjoy the music of Millenia Funk’n Band playing a variety of music. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and your boogie shoes for some free, family-friendly entertainment! Visit www.townofkurebeach.org for complete summer schedule.

Upscale Consignment Fall Clothing Sale Wednesday August 27-30th Elks Lodge 5102 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC

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Movies at the Lake: West Side Story (1961)

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ADHD Assessments Behavioral Management Anxiety/Depression Family/Relational Concerns Parenting Support

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French for Tots

10am. Learning Express, Oleander location. Language Workshop for Children from the Children’s Museum of Wilmington. Say “bonjour” to musical and prop-filled fun in French with Madame Marie Field. Ages 6 months-5 years old. Reservations Required. Call 313-3100 for details.

29 Friday Art and Craft Friday – Popsicle Stick Picture Frame

Downtown Sundown Concert Series: Departure

6pm. Riverfront Park. Free. Come downtown to the river and enjoy the sounds of, Departure. Beer, wine and food are available for purchase during the performances. The event takes place either rain or shine. Visit wilmingtondowntown.com for details.

Fireworks by the Sea and Boardwalk Blast: Big Time Party Band

10am. Halyburton Park. Discover nature through stories, songs, hands-on activities, hikes and crafts. This week’s theme is Animal Needs in Nature. Ages 2-5. Call 341-0075 to register.

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Little Explorers: Animal Needs in Nature

Riverfront Farmer’s Market

10am. Halyburton Park. See 08/25.

Kid’s Cooking Club – Going Spanish: Torrijas (Spanish French Toast)

Family Night at Carolina Beach Boardwalk: Featuring No Sleeves Magic Show

6:30-8:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Line dancing, limbo, games, hula hoop contests, face painting and our new Crayola bouncy house--plus more. Every week a surprise visitor interacts with the kids.There is also one free children’s amusement ride from 6:30-8pm. And don’t forget to purchase your raffle tickets for free amusement ride armbands, aquarium passes, pizza, snow-cones, Italian ices, Britts Donuts and much more! Be sure to make your way to the boardwalk for a family fun time! Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for details.

27 Wednesday Poplar Grove Farmer’s Market

Preschool Science - Camouflage Match-Up

10am. Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Hands-on activities geared for little ones allowing them to explore the world around them. Visit www.playwilmington.org for details.

Kindermusik for Babies

10:30am. Learning Express Military Cutoff location. Newborn to 1 (reservations, please) Gentle music and movement with Kindermusik educator Catherine Szuch. Call 509-0153 for reservations.

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6:30pm Thursdays. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy free fireworks by the sea on Carolina Beach at 9:00 pm and the music of Big Time Party Band 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.

Little Explorers: Animal Needs in Nature

Integrated Therapy Associates

the scientific process through critical thinking skills. Call 254-3534 or visit www.playwilmington.org to pre-register.

Discover Science - Fingerprint Investigation

3:30pm Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Explore and learn about

Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market

Pirate Invasion Learning Center

31 Sunday Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers

1:30-4pm. Cameron Art Museum. Group Singing, all Songbooks provided, beginners welcome! Free and open to the public, donations appreciated. Visit www.cameronartmuseum.org for details.

Boogie in the Park: 40 East Band

5-8pm. Kure Beach Ocean Front Park. Get ready for summer and enjoy the music of 40 East Band playing a variety of music. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and your boogie shoes for some free, familyfriendly entertainment! Visit www.townofkurebeach.org for complete summer schedule.

Movies at the Lake: Planes

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| school notes Volunteers, the Heart of the School

School’s Out!

New Hanover County Schools could never achieve its mission without the strong support of the community and volunteers. Volunteer groups do everything from working in classrooms to serving on advisory committees. Thousands of people unite each year to give the precious gift of their time to ensure our students get a great education. Volunteers are our partners in education. They take an active role to support and enhance the development of our students. Each day, family and community member volunteers bring enthusiasm and skill into our schools while assisting staff, teachers and students.

New Hanover County: Traditional Schools: 8/26 - First Day of School Year Round Schools: 8/22 - No School, Teacher Workday CFCI Charter School: 8/20 - First Day of School IBEC: 8/20 - First Day of School

Anyone who wants to volunteer this upcoming school year should begin the application process now. Applicants may either be designated a Level I or Level II Volunteer depending on the type of services the volunteer provides and the amount of school based supervision the volunteer works under.

WEC: 8/6 - First Day of School 8/22 - No School, Teacher Workday Brunswick: Traditional Schools: 8/25 - First Day of School Year Round Schools: 8/7 - First Day of School Pender: Traditional Schools: 8/25 - First Day of School Year Round Schools: 8/11 - First Day of School Visit www.nhcs.net, www.co.brunswick.k12.nc.us or www.pendercountyschools.net for more information.

Free In-School Flu Vaccines

New Hanover County Health Department, in conjunction with New Hanover County Schools, will be offering FREE in-school Flu vaccines to all Middle and High School students again this year! The vaccine will be administered by NHC Health Department nurses to those with written parental permission. • The permission forms for parents will go home on the first day of school. Parents must give permission in order for students to receive the vaccine at school. Parents must return forms to their homeroom teacher by September 8th, in order for them to be processed. • The vaccines will be offered at a designated time at your school during the weeks of September 15th through 26th. The schedule will be made available at your child’s school • The school nurse will facilitate this process, but the vaccines will be administered by health department nurses.

Level I Parents, family, or community members volunteering to assist students in a supervised setting are not required to undergo a background check if they are continually supervised by school personnel during the school day. Level II Parents, family, or community members volunteering to assist students in an unsupervised setting away from school personnel or who travel with students on an overnight field trip are deemed Level II Volunteers. An applicant designated a Level II Volunteer must complete the online application and the criminal background check. Applications must be completed at least two weeks prior to the time you wish to begin volunteering. Visit www.nhcs.net for more information about volunteering and answers to frequently asked questions. Visit the Secure Volunteer Portal - bib.com/SECUREVOLUNTEER/NHC for a volunteer application. Source:www.nhcs.net

CAPE FEAR ACADEMY HEAD CHOSEN AS PRESIDENT OF BOARD FOR NC ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Donald S. Berger, Head of School at Cape Fear Academy, was elected as President of the Board of Trustees at a meeting of the leaders of the NC Association of Independent Schools held at Wrightsville Beach on June 9. The entire slate of the NCAIS Board: President: Don Berger – Cape Fear Academy, Wilmington Vice President: Mark Hale – Greensboro Day School, Greensboro Treasurer: Karl Sjolund, Salem Academy, Winston-Salem Secretary: Doreen Kelly, Ravenscroft School, Raleigh Mr. Berger is completing his second year as Head of School at Cape Fear Academy. “It is an honor to have the opportunity to serve as the leader of the NCAIS Board. This organization plays a vital role in serving the interests of our state’s most respected and longest established independent schools. NCAIS benefits our independent schools with outstanding professional learning opportunities, a collaborative network of colleagues and professional resources, and a voice in our state legislature. Having more than a decade of involvement with NCAIS, I am proud to accept this leadership role.” NCAIS is an association of more than 80 independent schools across the state, with over 3800 teachers serving approximately 38,000 students. It was incorporated in 1970 as a voluntary, nonprofit organization serving a wide variety of schools in size and structure (coed and single sex; non-sectarian and religious affiliations; day and boarding). All adhere to the highest standards in accreditation. Cape Fear Academy, founded in 1967, is a college preparatory, non-sectarian, day school with 585 students in preschool through grade 12. It is located at 3900 South College Road in Wilmington.

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“I Hate my Teacher!” How to Resolve Child-Teacher Conflict

SPECIAL SECTION: Back to School

By Christa Melnyk Hines

“I

hate my teacher,” Elora*, 9, declared to her mother. But, when pressed for details, her mom says Elora buried her head in her knees. So she tried a different approach. “I engaged her in a fun activity,” she says. “Then I light-heartedly asked questions like who she likes the most at school, who she likes the least, followed by, ‘oh, how come?’ What I found out was that she felt like the teacher yelled at her.”

Why the grumbling? An elementary school child’s disdain for her teacher may grow out of a variety of factors, like adjusting from a beloved former teacher’s management style to a new teacher’s approach. Other influences on a child’s attitude toward his teacher include class size, peer competition, increased homework, more demanding, independent school work, as well as, differences between home and school environments.

Do some digging. Allow your child time to adjust to his teacher’s expectations and rules. If his complaints persist, ask objective questions, like: “How is the work for you? How are you getting along with the other kids?” “By doing that you can get a flavor of the environment rather than the situation,” says Dr. Stephanie Mihalas, a child psychologist and a nationally certified school psychologist, who frequently helps students and parents manage and resolve school conflicts. “You may get an idea that something else is happening that’s triggering the ‘meanness’ and then at that point, you have more information to call or email the teacher.” Review class work. Notice patterns like red marks and notes from the teacher on classwork. If your student struggles and seems afraid to ask questions, discuss appropriate times for her to talk to her teacher about the work and what types of questions she should ask.

Signs of a child-teacher conflict. “The single biggest factor is a change in grades. If grades are starting to slip, that’s a huge indicator,” Norris says. Behavior changes can also indicate a problem, including disengagement at school, forgetting homework and lack of effort.

Resolving a personality conflict. Rather than getting angry or defensive, take a calm, diplomatic approach when conferencing with the teacher. “The last thing you want to do is instigate more conflict between the teacher and your child and if you start to pit sides, that’s what ends up happening,” Norris says. Also, ask if you can sit in during class one day. “Your presence might change the nature of how your child acts, but it will give you a flavor of how the teacher teaches,” Mihalas says.

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When to contact administration. Go over a teacher’s head only as a last resort. “One of the only times to bring in administration is if your child is covered by special education law and the teacher isn’t following special ed law,” Mihalas says. Other times you might seek help from administration: • The teacher agreed on a set of interventions, but isn’t following those strategies. • Your child comes home crying every day. • You talk with the teacher and are unable to resolve the issue.

Request a different teacher? Sometimes a child’s personality and a teacher’s personality simply clashes. Unless the teacher is abusive, help your child understand that she’s not always going to like everyone, stressing the importance of remaining respectful and learning how to manage personality differences. “In my humble opinion, I don’t think it’s a good idea to show children that because there’s a problem then they need to move from that classroom,” Mihalas says. Instead teach flexibility by creating a link between friendships and getting along with others. For a younger child, you might say: “Everyone is different. Just as mommy and daddy do things differently, this is how your teacher is. It’s really good to learn how to work with all different kinds of people.”

Seek professional help. If interventions at school are unsuccessful, seek help from a child psychologist to rule out learning disabilities and anxiety. v Freelance journalist Christa Melnyk Hines is a family communication expert. Connect with her atwww.christamelnykhines.com.

Questions to ask the teacher:

• Have you noticed my child struggling with a particular subject? • Does she participate in classroom discussions? • How does she seem to get along with her peers? • How can we work together to help my child better adjust?

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NHCS Open House Dates for 2014-2015 School Year New Hanover County Schools has scheduled the annual district-wide open houses for the 2014-2015 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 Tuesday, August 26, 2014. Contact your child’s school directly to learn more about its scheduled open house. The NHCS open house schedule for the 2014-2015 school year is as follows: Traditional Elementary Schools All traditional elementary school open houses will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2014, during each school’s designated time.

2014 and Wednesday, August 13, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. in the McNeil Building room 1051 on the campus of the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW).

Middle Schools All middle school open houses will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2014, during each school’s designated time.

IBECHS will hold freshmen open house on Monday, August 18, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. in the Education Building, Room 162, on the campus of UNCW.

Early College High Schools Wilmington Early College High School (WECHS) will hold their 9th grade orientation on Monday, August 4, 2014, from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. WECHS will begin the 20142015 school year on Wednesday, August 6th. Isaac Bear Early College High School (IBECHS) will hold a student-only freshmen orientation Tuesday, August 12,

IBECHS will hold sophomore orientation on Monday, August 18, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. in the McNeil Building, room 1051, on the campus of UNCW. IBECHS will begin the 20142015 school year on Wednesday, August 20th. Pre-K Centers Mary Washington Howe PreKindergarten Center and Dorothy B. Johnson PreKindergarten Center will have staggered enrollment for Pre-K students on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 though Friday, September 5, 2014. The Pre-K Centers will begin the 2014-2015 school year on Monday, September 8th.

Private School Open House Dates for the 2014-2015 School Year The Point Institute Open house day is August 25, 2014 10am-3pm. Tours can be scheduled Monday-Wednesday 9am-1pm St. Mary Catholic School Call (910) 762-5491 ext. 140 for a tour. Wilmington Christian Academy First day of school is August 21, 2014. Elementary School Open House - August 19, 2014 Middle School Orientation (New & Returning August 19, 2014 6-7pm High School Orientation (New & Returning August 19, 2014 7:30-8:30pm Call (910) 791-4248 for more information.

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The Children's Schoolhouse

Now Enrolling for 2014-15 School Year! The Children’s Schoolhouse is a small traditional Montessori School committed to a high quality of individual academic experience, administered with an enthusiastic but gentle approach. Now Enrolling students for 2, 3 or 5 day programs: ages 3-5, NC State recognized elementary kindergarten for 5-6 year olds, 1/2 day on-site Marine Science camp. Each classroom Directress is Montessori Certified Location: 612 South College Rd. (across from UNCW) Housed in St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church Lucy Hieronymus, Directress (910) 799-1531 TCSH admits students regardless of race, religion, national or ethnic origin

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School year begins August 27th

Limited spots still available Call to schedule a tour

(910) 367-0287 I www.jpawilmington.com I 7888 Market St

Growing Faith, Inspiring Minds. Academic excellence in a setting of Catholic Christian values, personal growth through exploration of the arts, athletics and more.

PreK-8th Grade Now registering for the 2014/2015 School Year Call for a tour today! 217 South Fourth Street Wilmington, NC 28401 910-762-5491 x140 www.thestmaryschool.org

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High Schools Traditional high schools will host their open houses on Monday, August 25, 2014, during each school’s designated time. Contact your rising freshman’s high school for other information regarding freshman orientation.

Wilmington's Oldest Montessori School

The Longer you wait... the deeper they sink

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K-12th Grade 6:1 Student/Teacher Ratio Individualized Instruction ADD, ADHD, Autism & Dyslexia Affordable, Quality Education Tours by appointment Monday-Thursday

Look for Outside the Box in the Enrichment Guide

Teach and Inspire. Reach and Transform. Every Student. Every Year.

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Follow the Fun! Girls have fun, do what they love, and never back down from an adventure with Girl Scouts! Start the Fun Today! www.nccoastalpines.org 800.284.4475 Register by 9/30/14* and be entered to win an iPad. Use Event Code 367F14. * For first-time, new members only. Returning members are not eligible to win.

Wilmington Christian Academy is a fully accredited school offering an incredible education at an affordable price. Serving students in preschool through high school, WCA has a rich history of excellence in academics, athletics, and fine arts in an environment that encourages spiritual growth. From phonics-based reading in elementary to college credit, honors and AP classes in high school, WCA offers all students the tools they need to succeed.

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Bricks 4 Kidz® is local franchise serving New Hanover County, Leland, Southport, and the surrounding areas. We provide experienced-based education programs that introduce kids to the principles of science, technology, engineering and math (S.T.E.M) using LEGO® bricks.

Bricks 4 Kidz Coastal SE NC

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Boys only classes! New this year: Mommy and baby workout classes

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Hampstead Open House August 9th 9am-12pm Wilmington Open House August 10th 2pm - 5pm

Excel in Life, Join 4-H

By Danielle Villegas

ead, Heart, Health, Hands. These are the 4 values that all members of the 4-H community pledge to strive for in life. When the youth of 4-H make this pledge, they are committing to life-long goals of clearer thinking, loyalty, service, and healthy living. These are life skills that will help our youth be more equipped to make better career and life choices. Long-term membership in 4-H encourages children and teens to grow into active citizens and leaders while becoming positively contributing members of their families and communities.

Fascinating statistics! Research conducted since 2002 surveyed more than 7,000 adolescents from diverse backgrounds across 42 U.S. states. This study uncovered powerful evidence of the impact of 4-H participation in grades 5-12. Long-term 4-H members are: • 4 times more likely to make contributions to their communities.

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• 2 times more likely to participate in Science, Engineering and Computer Technology programs during out-of-school time. • 2 times more likely to make healthier choices. • 50% less likely to smoke cigarettes, use illegal drugs, or participate in other illegal activity. • 20% more likely to hold a leadership position in their school or community. • 65% more likely to have held conversations with an adult other than a parent that lasted 10 minutes or more within the past month. New Hanover County’s 4-H program is supported by a unique partnership between North Carolina State University and New Hanover County. They have about 100 long-term club members and close to 3,000 participants in the short-term programs such as: in-school programs, after school and special interest groups, and camps.

4-H is about cows and horses, right? There are two 4-H clubs in New Hanover County that are horse specific, and a serious interest in developing a poultry club, but 4-H is not only about farm animals and agriculture. There are many different club opportunities that focus on a variety of specific interests. 1. Cape Fear Area Rabbit 4-H Club - This club learns how to care for rabbits and other small pets. You do not have to own a rabbit to join. This club is open to youth ages 5-18. 2. Coastal Explorers 4-H Club - Focused on upper elementary/middle school students exploring our local environment while learning life skills and encouraging one another. 3. 4-H Teen Council - A group of teens who develop leadership skills, participate in community service projects, and help guide the county 4-H program. Ages 13 to 18. Meets every 3rd Monday of the month.

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4. Saddlebrook 4-H Club - This club is open to youth ages 5-18 years old who are interested in learning more about horses. You do not have to own a horse to be a member. 5. Shamrock Science 4-H Club - Focused on elementary students interested in science, meets twice a month on Fridays at the Arboretum. 6. Spur it On 4-H Club - This club focuses on 4-H events such as horse bowl, hippology, judging, shows, and presentations. This club is open to youth ages 5-18 years old. 7. Trackers 4-H Club - After school club for middle & high school students that meets at Trask Middle School. These club meetings begin with a business meeting that is run by the club members. The remainder of the meetings focus on a hands-on activity, community service project, guest speaker, etc.and they finish off with recreation and/or refreshments! Individually, club members also work on yearly projects and presentations that are highly encouraged, but not required. These projects are excellent learning experiences that teach young people about record keeping, completing long-term goals, public speaking, and they are also offered the opportunity to take their projects to district and state level competitions.

Current Local 4-H Needs Leslie Dill, New Hanover County’s Extension Agent in charge of 4-H Youth Development says, “We would like to expand our club offerings throughout the county. Right now, we have more club opportunities available in the north, and we would love to start new clubs in the Myrtle Grove and Carolina Beach areas.” Potential club leaders submit an application, a background and reference check will be conducted, and must complete about 3 hours of training. Some club ideas in which Leslie has seen a local interest are: • Poultry • Sewing • Cooking However, there are endless possibilities for 4-H clubs! Anyone with an interest and a passion in a specific field should contact Leslie Dill to further discuss club development. You can also visit www.4-hmall.org for a variety of ideas!

How to Join Membership in 4-H is free! There are minimal costs associated with being a club member which vary depending on the club’s activities and your personal choice of a project. The beginning of the club year is October however, enrollment is always open. Now is a great time to start contacting clubs to join or consider starting your own club! Joining is as simple as completing a 4-H enrollment form and a medical release. Bring these to the 4-H office at the Arboretum located at 6206 Oleander Dr. Contact Leslie Dill at (910) 798-7660 or leslie_dill@ncsu.edu for more information. v

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Open House Every Wed 3-7pm Classes Start Sepember 2nd Ballet • Pointe • Creative Movement • Lyrical Acro • Tap • Jazz • Hip Hop • Toddler Tim Musical Theatre • WOW • ALA Intensity Celebrating 10 years win 1 free costume!

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Girl Scout Grand Opening Saturday, August 23 | 11am – 2pm 2250 Shipyard Blvd, Suite 3 | Wilmington Follow the Fun and join us for the exciting grand opening of the Girl Scouts Wilmington Service Center! Come learn about how to start your Girl Scout “WOW” experience and participate in hands-on fun to make your mark on our new program space. Check out Girl Scout merchandise at the retail shop. Staff will be on hand to help you find a new troop, answer questions, and share the fun of Girl Scouting!

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Sifu Chris Redmond Master Instructor, 5th Degree Blackbelt 910-264-7385

After School-Enrichment Guide

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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. A Leap Above Dance Studio 5015 Wrightsville Ave. Wilmington, NC 28403 910-790-5327 www.aleapabove.com A Leap Above Dance Studio is celebrating our 10th year. We are proud to offer dance for all abilities including Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Creative, Tumbling, Hip Hop, Toddler Time, Lyrical, WOW and Theater. Our most popular class, the Creative Dance Program, is designed to introduce students to basic dance skills in tap, ballet and tumbling. Classes are once a week for 1 hour and divided by ages 3, 4 and 5. New to our program, Toddler Time is a :45 min class designed to help your toddler socialize and learn with dance, music, basic tumbling, and a simple craft! (Age 12 months-24 months). Works of Wonder, WOW for short, is the new name of our Dance Movement Therapy Program offered to the Special Needs Community at no charge. The program has expanded to include adults and children with any disability . The ALA award winning competitive team ages 4-18, has added Intensity, a hip hop team for any interested dancer. Visit our website, aleapabove.com, and stop by any Wed from 3-7pm to meet us and take a tour. Fall classes start September 2, 2014. Bricks 4 Kidz Coastal SE NC www.bricks4kidz.com/coastalse kleonard@bricks4kidz.com Bricks 4 Kidz is a fun and educational program for kids who enjoy building with LEGOS, learning about science and engineering through hands on activities, and just being creative! Our after school programs, at local schools and our Burnt Mills Business Park location, include motorized models that challenge children while also providing them with a fun and rewarding experience. Our programs also

focus on STEM learning, which improves problemsolving skills and critical thinking skills. Bricks 4 Kidz provides a safe environment for kids to work together while still receiving individual attention from their instructors. We also offer Birthday Parties and summer camps with fun themes. We look forward to seeing your family soon!! Cameron Art Museum 3201 South 17th Street Wilmington, NC 28412 910-395-5999 www.cameronartmuseum.org The Cameron Art Museum (CAM) is your cultural gathering place that presents six to eight changing exhibitions annually and home to a Civil War site: The Battle of Forks Road. The CAM is the only art museum in Southeastern North Carolina that has been serving the community for over fifty years. Kids @ CAM is our monthly program for kids and families with a focus on current exhibitions and local artists. The fall and spring After-School Program provides artistic instruction from professional, working artists in a relaxed setting. The program has a different focus area for each day of the week from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. for students 5 to 8 year olds and 9 to 12 year olds. The sessions begin Sept. 15 and run through Dec. 19 for fall and Jan. 5 to April 3 for spring. Be sure to check online for information regarding these programs. Update Listing: Cape Fear Isshin-Ryu 2704 B Exchange Dr. Wilmington NC 28405 910-392-3703 www.cfikarate.com Kids and adult classes, after school karate program, summer camp, and parent’s night out activities. Cape Fear Isshin-Ryu was formed in 2001 and our two senior instructors have over 40 years of martial arts training and are both NC licensed educators. Our after-school program provides a secure environment that makes the most of your child’s afterschool hours. We combine supervised homework/ study time with physical exercise/games and a well balanced curriculum in martial arts. Cape Fear Isshin-Ryu offers discipline by fostering mental and physical enhancement and encourages character development. Carolina Gymnastics Academy Michele Zapple/Rebecca Bishop 3529 Carolina Beach Rd. Wilmington, NC 28412 910-796-1896 www.carolinagymnasticsacademy.com contact@carolinagymnasticsaccademy.com We provide transportation from Codington, Pine Valley, Bellamy, and Parsley Elementary schools.

Children play in the gym, play outside in our Recreation Area, play inside our Afterschool Building, have homework help, and enjoy and safe and active afterschool experience. The Children’s Museum of Wilmington 116 Orange St. Wilmington, NC 28401 910-254-3534 www.playwilmington.org info@playwilmington.org Richard Lawson, Executive Director The Children’s Museum of Wilmington stimulates children’s imagination, curiosity and love of learning. Our Museum celebrates the joys of childhood by providing magical and playful experiences for children of all ages and their adult company. Our goal is for all visitors to learn amazing things about themselves and the world in which we live through informal, playful, hands-on and child-directed experiences. In our warm and inviting environment, children find ample opportunity to explore and better understand art, science, culture and more through engaging exhibits and daily programs. Enroll your child today or become a member to enjoy our fun, educational activities every weekday! We are located in beautiful, historic downtown Wilmington. Dance Express Performing Arts Center 902 S. College Rd. Wilmington, NC 28403 16865 Hwy 17N Hampstead, NC 28443 Wilmington: 910-790-9980 Hampstead: 910-821-1313 depac@danceexpress.us danceexpresswilmington.com Dance classes from 18 months to adult in Mommy and baby workout classes, Mommy & Me, Kinderdance, Kids-in-Motion, Tap, Jazz, Clogging, Hip Hop, Acrobatics, Ballet, Lyrical, and Musical Theater. All BOYS classes in hip hop and acrobatics. Dance Express provides a structured method of learning various styles of dance through stretching, warm-ups, across the floor, mini routines, combinations, and practice on a performance piece for the end-of-year recital. Hampstead Open House August 9th 9am-12pm, Wilmington Open House August 10th 2pm – 5pm Dance With Me Academy of Wilmington 4569 Technology Drive unit 3 910-382-5112 Info@dancewithmellc.com Www.dancewithmellc.com We offer Ballet, Mommy & Me, Baby Dance Classes, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Tumbling, Modern, Lyrical, Competition Team, After School Dance Enrichment, and Adults. We have dance at all ages. Birthday Parties and drop in play time available.

Evolution Dance Complex 910-769-4824 www.evolutiondancecomp.wix.com/edchome evolutiondancecomplex@gmail.com Evolution Dance Complex is a brand new studio for Wilmington and surrounding areas owned by Brooklyne Williamson. We offer the highest level of training for the kids who want to become professional dancers to the kids who just want to dance for fun. Our goal is to provide a dance family that will nourish children and teach them life lessons, confidence, art, and technique. All styles of dance are offered including ballet, tap, jazz, acro, contemporary, musical theatre, pointe and lyrical. We offer classes for ages 2 and up at several different times and days during the week. New students can join our dance family at any time! Exceptional Educators 5022-C Wrightsville Ave.Wilmington, NC 28411 910-399-5211 Erika@exceptionaleducators.com www.exceptionaleducators.com Exceptional Educators provides After School Care with a mission to educate the mind, body and soul. Our campers will be provided academic support from certified educators, a social curriculum to teach empathy and build self-esteem, exercise via yoga, dance and other activities to enrich the body and campers will also be provided healthy snacks daily. Visit our website and Facebook page to learn more! Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines 800-284-4475 www.nccoastalpines.org Girls follow the fun, do what they love and never back down from an adventure with Girl Scouts. Through a variety of enriching experiences, such as troop meetings, extraordinary field trips, sports skill-building clinics, community service projects, and cultural exchanges, girls grow courageous and strong. And not only will she have fun, but so can you! Girl Scouts is a great way spend quality time with girls having fun, helping them find their passions, and supporting girls along their paths to success. Girl Scouts is open to ALL girls ages 5 to 17. Join today! Kim’s Gym 4 Kids 7946 Market Street, Unit 200, Wilmington, NC 28411 910-297-0179 www.kimsgym4kids.com www.facebook.com/KimsGym4Kids kim@kimsgym4kids.com Kim’s Gym 4 Kids provides a place for kids age 3 12 to exercise and learn new skills with other kids their age. We offer an introduction to sports such as

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Dance With Me Academy of Wilmington 4569 Technology Drive unit 3 910-382-5112 Info@dancewithmellc.com www.dancewithmellc.com

Mommy & me, dance classes ages 12 months-adult in house competition team/performance company

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tennis, T-ball, soccer, basketball, volleyball, football and hockey along with classes such as Cardio Dance and Martial Arts. We’re also a great place for kids to learn how to ride a bike without training wheels. We hold clinics that teach bicycle safety and more advanced bike handling skills. MiniMonets Contact: Jennie Wenk 910-399–1708 Email: minimonets@gmail.com www.minimonetsart.com When given a chance to create works of art in Mini Monets, children grow in a way that is unlike anything else. There is cognitive growth, improvement in fine motor skills, and enhancements in critical thinking. Mini Monets is a program that blends the gap between academics and visual learning. The curriculum teaches students about artists and art movements, while incorporating the Common Core and STEM throughout the year. The Visual Arts continue to be a vital form of communication in a world where gaps of distance and language are continually shrinking, giving someone the freedom to put their thoughts, emotions, and feelings into a work of art that is uniquely their own. Mini Monets is also an adaptable curriculum for children with special needs.

SPEC 7 165 Vision Drive Wilmington, NC 28403 Director: Wanda Mitchell 910-793-4884 Spec7@speckids.com SPEC 2 4308 S. 17th St. Wilmington, NC 28409 Director: Candice Rabaglia 910-799-4160 Spec2@speckids.com www.speckids.com Ages: 6 wks to 12 years Availability: all age groups Preschool and school age programs, summer camp “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 238403 910-799-3771 tlgwilmingtonnc@thelittlegym.com www.tlgwilmingtonnc.com For every stage of your child’s development—from four months to 12 years—The Little Gym of Wilm-

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ington offers a diverse line-up of Core Season and Summer Session programs filled with movement, music, learning and laughter. These programs include gymnastics, karate, sports skills, hip-hop, and ballet/tap classes. It also offers seasonal camps, Parents’ Survival Nights, and Awesome Birthday Bashes. From week to week and from year to year, our age-appropriate curriculum is designed to facilitate ongoing skill development and maximum fun. Children progress at their own pace, developing their confidence as they develop skills and positive attitudes that can remain with them throughout their lives. Wilmington Family YMCA 2710 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28403 910-251-9622 ext. 245 www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org In the Y afterschool program, children will have the opportunity to be physically active for a minimum of 60 minutes as they engage in numerous activities such as Kids Zone, soccer, agility exercises, basketball, circle games, Xbox Kinect, kickball, group building activities, cardio, swimming, Wii Fit, and more! Students will also receive a daily healthy snack, which is immediately followed with a half hour of homework help! Other activities include arts and crafts, science experiments, and service learning projects. We want our students to be well-rounded and want to help your child grow and develop physically, mentally, and spiritually! Program sites are located at the Wilmington Family YMCA, Temple Baptist Church Activity Center, Parsley Elementary, and Castle Hayne Elementary. Call the YMCA for more information about school availability and transportation options.

The Wilmington School of Ballet 3834 Oleander Dr Wilmington NC 28403 910-794-9590 www.wilmingtonschoolofballet.com Wilmingtonschoolofballet@gmail.com The Wilmington School of Ballet, Dance Studio in Wilmington, NC opened in 1999 with a mission to bring unparalleled dance lessons, performing opportunities, and community outreach to Wilmington NC. Our dance classes range from princess baby ballet to serious pre-professional dance training, our performance choices range from intimate “in-studio” shows to full scale theatrical ballets, and our community partners range from Cameron Art Museum to the Wilmington Symphony. Our ultimate purpose is to teach life lessons through the art of dance and to influence the next generation through a loving, well rounded, challenging dance education. The Wilmington School of Ballet the areas’ Top Rated Dance Studio in Wilmington, NC. Young Artist’s Series 3803 Wrightsville Ave. # 8 Wilmington, NC 28403 910-685-5137 www.studiocrealart.com Ages 6- adult The Young Artist’s Series offers drawing, painting and mixed-media classes from September thru June. Students may begin at any time during the year. An annual student art exhibition is held annually in May. This is a fun and positive learning environment!

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Power of Play 6644 Gordon Rd Wilmington, NC 910-332-1660 www.powerofplaywilmington.com powerofplaywilm@yahoo.com Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm (9am-3pm open play when school is in session, 3-6 private after school and drop in care); Saturday 10am-6pm and Parent’s Night Out 6pm-10pm; Sunday 1pm-5pm

ages 1-11. Power of Play is a children’s entertainment center with an expansive indoor play area. The services we offer are open play, drop in care, after school care, summer camp, intersession camp, birthday parties and Parent’s Night Out. POP also sells swing sets, trampolines, basketball goals and other outdoor recreational products.

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Kim’s Gym 4 Kids is locally owned and operated by Kim Bassano, Certified Health and P.E instructor. We provide an intro to sports and fitness such as basketball, soccer, t-ball and tennis through fun, creative games and activities for kids ages 3-6. We can help your child learn to ride a bike without training wheels with our certified instructor and our specialized balance bikes. Toddler Time, Music and Movement, Mini Monets, Cardio Dance, Physical Education, Body Conditioning and Advanced Bike Riding

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High Quality Child Care That Will Last Your Child A Life Time We are now offering a Morning Program 4 days a week

• Infant & Toddler Program - Safe, nurturing & Loving environment • 2 to 4 year old Preschool Classes - Preparing your child for kindergarten • 2 to 4 year old Morning Program - 8:30 - 12:30pm Tues - Fri • School Age - After School & Summer Camp • We are an official 4-H club. Located off 23rd St. w/ easy access from MLK or Market St

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Open House - Saturday, August 23, 2014 • 2:30-6:00pm • Kids can play in the gym! Plus, fun prizes and raffles for the upcoming Season of Classes. Awesome Birthday Bash Special $189 now through September 30th! www.wilmingtonparent.com

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The Wow Factor of Wilmington has a NEW location!!!! We can come to you or you can come to us as we host a special party just for your little one in one of our many themed rooms!!!

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910-200-5300 www.nosleevesmagic.com Voted Wilmington’s Best Party Entertainer since 2006! If you want to give your child one of the craziest and most FUNnominal Parties they will EVER have, then take a RUN on the Wacky-Side with No Sleeves Magic! We provide an adrenaline rush of Magic mixed with comedy that is great for the whole family. So....sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh, because No Sleeves Magic will make your event an unforgettable success! To find out which package is best for you, contact one of our PARTYOLOGISTS, or visit our website. We have different themes to suit your event, and we even offer magic Party-Grams and summer magic camp programs. www.wilmingtonparent.com

BIRTHDAY PARTIES at GREENLANDS FARM

668 Midway Road, Bolivia, NC 28422 T 910.253.7934 F 910.253.9386 email: info@greenlandsfarmstore.info www.greenlandsfarmstore.info Book your party with us! Have a bucket full of fun petting the animals, ride a pony, devour a custom made cake, a platter full of cupcakes, or lick up some hand-dipped ice cream, all while enjoying a “down on the farm” experience. BUILD YOUR PARTY! Rent the Farm (1.75 hrs) and choose to add on any of the following: Farm Goodies! · Cupcake or Sheet Cake per slice (chocolate or vanilla, made with organic flour, plates and plastic utensils provided) or ice cream scoop (hormone and antibiotic free) · Specialty Cupcake or Cake per slice (made with organic flour, plates and plastic utensils provided): Inquire at Farmstore · Juice box/drink/water · Organic Popcorn

Do you have or know a child that may need a self-esteem boost? Join The Wow Factor of Wilmington for: Once Upon A Time Stories With Belle! Join Belle as she gets ready for a Princess Tea Party with her friends Elsa, Tiana, and Cinderella! And You’re invited! Dress in your Sunday Best. Have tea with Belle and your favorite characters. Tea sandwiches, tea cakes, and tea or pink lemonade will be provided! Help Belle read a story to all of her friends and talk about the importance of being a good friend, spotting a bully, and finding ways to stop bullying. Watch as Belle and her friends tell each of their stories and become part of the story by helping them act out the different scenes! Build self-confidence, discover that despite our differences, each of us has something inside that makes us special no matter what others might say, and learn the importance of friendship atOnce Upon A Time Stories With Belle! Location: 107 Cinema Drive • Date: September 13th • Times: 11:00a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Ticket Price- Child: $8, Adult: $8 • Reservations by phone only! Call (910) 520-7925 to reserve your seats

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Local Farmer’s Markets A Rewarding Experience for Families By Katelyn Stenersen

o you lack a green thumb, or the space for a garden, but simply desire to serve your family fresh produce? Shopping at one of the thriving farmer’s markets in our area will grant you access to a plethora of delicious and responsibly raised food. Every week dedicated farmers, bakers, fishermen, and craftsmen display and sell their goods in order to provide an income for their families. Each week, my family is among the many vendors at the Riverfront and Poplar Grove farmer’s markets where we sell seasonal produce and pasture raised eggs from our farm. We are blessed to be a part of the vibrant market community and are passionate about others joining us in the local food movement.

For the Entire Family Going to the market with your family on a weekly basis can be a rewarding habit that even your dog will appreciate. As you incorporate more quality foods into your family’s diet your health will directly benefit. Packaged snacks can be replaced with sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers or flavorful figs. As you stroll through the market you will enjoy the open air, the beautiful displays, and you may even decide to dance with your child to live music. As children see fruits and vegetables in an unadulterated state with dirt still attached, they gain a better sense of where food originates, instead of believing it is just from a store or a box. Any child from toddler to teen can be involved in the shopping experience and engaged academically while away from the classroom. Some ideas include identifying colors of flowers, learning the names of vegetables, and practicing exchanging money. Another possibility is for teenagers to have the responsibility to plan a meal, shop for the ingredients, and cook dinner for your family.

High Quality and Fresh Food There is no denying the difference between a watermelon bought from the grocery store and one from a farmer’s market. Produce in the grocery store has spent time in multiple coolers, on trucks and on the shelves before it ever reaches your cart. However, the person selling you fruits and vegetables at the market is often times the same person who grew them from seed and picked them off their vine just one day prior to when they reached your hands. Many farmers care a great deal about the quality of food they grow, and although it is more challenging, they choose to naturally fertilize their soil and to not spray their crops. At the end of the day the food you buy from the market is more flavorful, fresher and worth the drive, time, and money that is required to bring it home.

Support Local Families By shopping at the farmer’s market you are directly impacting the lives of the area families that grow, catch, or make what you purchase. When you buy straight from a producer of any product your money goes directly to them. In turn, they earn more for their product and ultimately have a better chance of succeeding and making a living by doing what they love. Farmer’s markets provide a unique opportunity for unlikely relationships between producers and consumers. These relationships cultivate trust and allow for customers to know exactly how their food is grown.

An Invitation If you have yet to visit the farmer’s market or do not frequent it on a regular basis, I invite you to come and join us as we build a supportive community centered around real, wholesome food. My husband and I, along with the other vendors, look forward to meeting you and hope to have the privilege to provide your family with quality products. See you soon! v

Back to School Breakfast Quiche Makes 12 individual muffin sized quiches The majority of the ingredients needed for this recipe can be found at the farmer’s market this time of year. These quiches are great to make in advance and serve throughout the week or send with your child to school as breakfast on the go. They also make great after-school snacks. Ingredients: • butter (to grease the muffin pan) • ½ lb mild breakfast sausage • 8 eggs • salt • pepper • ½ medium onion, diced • 1 medium squash or zucchini, diced • 1 small tomato, diced • 1 cup grated or crumbled cheese of your choice (goat cheese is available from Nature’s Way Farm)

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Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and use butter to grease your muffin pan. 2. On medium heat brown the sausage in a skillet, breaking it into small pieces. 3. Once the sausage is mostly browned add the onions and squash and sauté them in the little bit of sausage fat that drained off. If there is a lot of fat, drain some off and if there isn’t enough fat add some olive oil to the pan. Then add the tomatoes for just a bit and stir to combine it all.

4. Beat the eggs in a bowl using a fork adding a pinch each of salt and pepper, set aside.5. Add about 2 tablespoons of the sausage and onion mixture to each tin. 6. Add 1 layer of cheese to each tin. 7. Then scoop enough egg mixture into each tin to fill it about 3/4 full.8. Top each tin with some cheese. 9. Cook for 18-22 minutes or when a toothpick comes out clean. 10. Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before moving it to a plate to serve warm.

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