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March 10th – 6:00-7:30
Patient Tah Kpaw receives dental care from Dr. Fry and dental assistant Angela Malpass while brother Tha Ktaw waits for his turn.
What Does a Learning Difference Look Like? What does a diagnosis of dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, a non-verbal learning disability, and/or an attention deficit disorder mean? What do these learning differences look like in the regular classroom? How do these students learn and how does the regular classroom look to them? Each of these questions will be addressed with the hope of gaining insight and empathy into the world of these students.
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11am & 12pm Ages 5-14
Celebrate Pi Day and Albert Einstein’s birthday as you measure, estimate, identify, reason, plot, and predict your way through interactive mathematics activities. Play with math to discover how it figures into your everyday life. Design your own math button to take home! Parental participation required. Free for members or with admission.
Cape Fear Museum • 814 Market St • Wilmington, NC 28401 • www.capefearmuseum.com
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Discovering Airlie
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Calling all Current and Future Airlie Volunteers! Come enjoy a two-day experience where you will “blossom” with the knowledge of airlie’s History, Horticulture, and Ecology. Participants must REGISTER IN ADVANCE and must be at least 16 years of age to attend. Discoverers are not required to participate in all programs. Bird Hike • Plant Walk • History Tours • Nature Talk • Tram Tour For schedule information and to register please contact Shannon Zucker at (910) 798-7566 or email szucker@nhcgov.com
Airlie Gardens • 300 Airlie Road • Wilmington, NC 28403 • www.airliegardens.org
March 28 - April 5
Nano Days Dive into a miniscule world where materials have special properties and new technologies have spectacular promise. Enjoy fun hands-on activities demonstrating the special and unexpected properties found at the nanoscale and examine tools used by nanoscientists.
This nationwide festival of educational programs is organized by the Nanoscale Informal Science Education Network (NISE Net). Parental participation required. Free for members or with admission.
Cape Fear Museum • 814 Market Street • www.capefearmuseum.com Tuesdays, March 31 - April 28
Spring Childbirth Education Classes
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Class 1: 3/312015 Labor Overview, Exercise, and Relaxation Class 2: 4/7/2015 Stages of Labor, Breathing, and Hospital Plans Class 3: 4/14/2015 Medical Intervention, C-Section, and Pain Management Class 4: 4/21/2015 Breastfeeding Class 5: 4/28/2015 Postpartum/Newborn Care Please arrive 15 minutes early with pillows and a blanket. Register Today! 910-662-9420 Pre-Registration Required.
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t may not seem like Summer yet, and of course we don’t celebrate the first day of Spring until later this month, but it is definitely time to start thinking summertime thoughts! March is Wilmington Parent’s Summer Camp issue, and our Camp Guide is packed with information. Wondering when to start signing up for camp, what types of camps are available, or what age your child can start? The answers to these questions and more begin on pg. 20! With Spring around the corner, we also see the beginning of another sports season. Some young athletes can be found on the field or courts year-round, and there is no denying the importance of staying active! However, John O’Sullivan’s article on pg. 19 questions the wisdom of certain aspects in the sport’s world that many parents and coaches have accepted as the norm. We hope to see everyone at Wilmington Parent’s 12th Annual Summer Camp Fair on March 7th from 10am-3pm at Independence Mall. This interactive event is fun for the whole family! Kids will find activities and entertainment, while parents explore adventure and enrichment options for the summer!
Now Enrolling for 1/2 Day On-Site Summer Camp and 2015/2016 School Year
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Young children learn about our wonderful coastal environment while enjoying beginning or advanced Montessori reading and math.
This program is perfect for the inquisitive 3 1/2 - 6 year old child!
Curriculum includes many sea critters, arts and crafts, music, movement, and outside environment. A PLACE WHERE LEARNING IS FUN! Sea life provided by Hieronymus Fishing Charter and Guide Service
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Robin Hood: A Tale of Two Hoods Robin Hood: A Tale of Two Hoods is sure to appeal to all ages, written by Danielle Bringard and the P.E.T. Project Company. A tale filled with an amusing array of strong personalities, witty dialogue and surprising plot twists. This story brings together, the familiar gang of merry rascals and a coven of merry souls who are unaware that each other exists as outlaws in Sherwood Forest. They find themselves aiming for the same targets, the evil Prince John (Patrick Basquill) and his henchman the notorious Sheriff of Nottingham (Caylan McKay). A story every underdog can connect with proving that heroes can come in all shapes, sizes, and genders. A Journey P.E.T. Project, presented by Cape Fear Shakespeare on the Green. General Admission $12 Thursday March 5, at 7:30pm Fridays & Saturdays March, 6, 7, 13, 14 at 8:00pm Matinees 3pm Saturdays & Sunday March 7, 14 & 15 Family Night Specials Admission $7 Thursday March 12, 7:30pm Hannah Block 2nd Street Stage 120 S.2nd Street 343-7860
Plant a Flower Day 2015 Celebrated on March 12th every year, the Plant a Flower Day is a day dedicated to flowers. The message is to plant a flower on this day. Gardening is a lovely hobby and beautiful art for the whole family to practice at one’s own pace. Hence, this is the day to start something new and give your green fingers a chance. Flower Planting in Wilmington If the ground is warm, blooming shrubbery is best planted in Wilmington in mid-March. If it remains a little chilly, you may want to get some containers and start your flower planting indoors! Here are two that Lou’s Flower World on Oleander Dr. suggest starting on March 12th: Rhododendrons and Azaleas. They bloom in late spring to early summer; flower colors include pink, red, violet, yellow, and white, depending on the species and variety. Visit www. capefeargardenclub.org for help with getting started. Camellias. Visit www.tidewatercamelliaclub.org or www. americancamellias.com for information about planting these colorful beauties!
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Diaper Bank of NC-Lower Cape Fear Seeks Donations Diaper Bank of North Carolina- Lower Cape Fear celebrated its launch on February 20, 2015. The Diaper Bank of North Carolina is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with the mission of providing diapers to children in need. With 26 percent of its children living below the poverty line, North Carolina has one of the highest child poverty rates in the country. A rarely mentioned consequence of this poverty is children who go without clean diapers. Existing safety-net programs such as WIC and SNAP (food stamps) do not cover diapers. With the cost of diapers averaging $100 per month per child, many families struggle to afford the diapers their children need to stay healthy and comfortable. Imagine… • having to choose between buying diapers and putting food on the table • needing to leave your baby in the same diaper for the entire day - or longer • trying to clean a soiled disposable diaper so that it can be reused • listening to your baby cry because you don’t have a diaper for a change • dealing with your baby’s severe diaper rash, urinary tract infections, and skin infections • missing work or school because you can’t afford a full day’s supply of diapers as required by childcare facilities
910-795-2511 www.DrEggDental.com Mayfaire Town Center
Little mouths are a big deal.
But there is good news. When parents have reliable access to an adequate number of diapers, the benefits to family stability, health, and economic success are significant. Hotspot Drop-off Location Green Baby Diaper Service 6006 Oleander Dr. 399-3051 10-5:30 Monday through Friday Saturday 11-5 Green Baby Diaper Service is offering a FREE week of service for every 50 disposables donated for new customers.
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In addition, if you have any questions regarding diaper need in our area or how you can help the diaper bank address this need, please call or email us at (910) 632-0636 or lowercapefear@ncdiaperbank.org.
Autism Takes Flight Autism Takes Flight Saturday April 11, 2015 at Wilmington International Airport for children and their families to experience getting a boarding pass, checking a bag, going through security, waiting at the gate and viewing a plane. Board Certified Behavior Analysts will be on hand to provide assistance, tips for success and customized material for you to use for future travel. Space is limited & pre-registration is required by March 27. For more information and to register please visit www.CapeFearABA.com or contact joanna@capefearaba.com. This event is co-sponsored by ILM Airport, UNCW, Coastal Autism Solutions and Cape Fear ABA
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| growing up online
| By Carolyn Jabs
The Pros and Cons of Anonymous Social Media
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eeping secrets is part of growing up. Deciding what you’ll tell people about yourself—and others—is one way children develop an understanding of privacy and trust. With Facebook and other forms of public social media, nothing is secret. Even young children now know that comments or photos become part of a person’s “permanent record.” And that’s one reason many teens are switching to anonymous apps with names like Whisper, Secret, Yik Yak, Street Chat and FessApp. With anonymous apps, teens can let off steam without worrying about repercussions. They confess crushes and mistakes, make edgy jokes, laugh over embarrassing moments and divulge sensitive information. Some people also feel free to open up about serious problems--abusive relationships, conflicts with friends and family, concerns about mental and physical health and even self-destructive behaviors such as anorexia, cutting and suicidal thoughts. That kind of communication is very different from more public forms of social media where everyone puts their best food forward all the time. Living in a glass house can be boring, exhausting and even lonely because no one is spontaneous or even honest. At their best, anonymous apps are an opportunity for young people to explore the edges of who they are and find out that their problems are not unique. Of course, anonymity also has a well-documented dark side. Many people do things they wouldn’t otherwise do when they can’t be held accountable. On anonymous sites, people slander and threaten other people. They spread cruel rumors and solicit sex. Given the potential for serious problems, it’s easy for parents to overreact. That won’t help. Without understanding the allure of anonymous social media, parents can’t set effective limits. Although every anonymous app is a little different, parents quickly gain insight into the appeal of no-name social media by browsing whisper.sh, a site where “whispers” are shared, classified, rated and assembled into lists. Even a cursory look reveals whispers that are witty and confessional, harmless fun and seriously disturbing. Taken together, they provide a remarkable window into the anxieties, preoccupations, embarrassments and fears of other people, a collage that’s compelling for teens trying to figure out how they fit into the world. Armed with a basic understanding of anonymous social media, parents are in a better position to talk to teens. Here are questions worth asking:
What apps are you using? Find out what apps your child has installed. Just as important, find out what apps your child’s friends are using. Many kids feel they need to have a particular app simply to keep track of what’s being said by others. How are apps being used? Some teens use anonymous apps wisely— posting funny messages or even supporting people who seem to be having a tough time. Other kids are seduced by the popularity contest. In 8 | March 2015 | Wilmington Parent
order to get more “likes,” they push the envelope with posts that are increasingly outrageous, sexual or cruel. Children need to hear from you that you expect them to live up to their values in private as well as public settings.
What’s the appeal of anonymity? Help your child think through the pros and cons of anonymity. How does it influence what people post? Be sure your child understands that privacy policies for websites often change. Even though anonymity is likely with these apps, it’s never guaranteed. Also police can and do track down people who break the law by making threats or posting sexual photos of minors. What’s the role of GPS? Many popular anonymous apps depend upon the location service built into every smart phone. YikYak, for example, was designed by college students so people on the same campus could share random messages. In high schools, the program has been used for bullying, bashing teachers and even bomb threats. Yik Yak erected “geofences” that are supposed to make the program off limits for many public schools but, of course, that doesn’t stop students from accessing the program in other settings. If sites like this are causing problems at your child’s school, consider disabling the GPS feature on the phone.
Which sites should be off-limits? Make it clear that you don’t want your child to use “random chat apps” such as Omegle, Chatrandom and Tiny Chat. These are adult apps that make it all too easy for teens to connect with strangers. You may also want to steer your child away from sites that have developed a reputation for bullying. Ask.fm, for example, is notorious for cruel questions such as “why are you fat?” or even “why don’t you kill yourself?” Some people are trying to create anonymous social networks that bring out the best in people. Let (let.com) is an app that encourages people to award stars to each other. It claims to have zero tolerance for bad behavior. Outpour (www.outpour.io) allows users to share positive comments they might be too shy to make in person. Their motto: “Go find the beauty in people and tell them.” Even sites that try to monitor and remove offensive posts won’t be successful all the time, so teens who use anonymous apps are likely to encounter material that is confusing or even upsetting. Opening up candid conversation about these apps defuses their power. Teens may not tell their parents everything, but they should have confidence that, when they are burdened by a secret, the best people to confide in are still Mom and Dad. 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. Visitwww. growing-up-online.com to read other columns.
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Congratulations to the 2015 Children’s Champions Honorees!
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he 14th Annual Smart Start Pledge Breakfast for Children’s Champions will take place on Tuesday, March 24th at the Country Club of Landfall. To reserve a seat and to make a pledge, please call Smart Start of New Hanover County at 815-3731. For more information, please visit www.newhanoverkids.org.
Smart Start Children’s Champions Nominee Profiles
Asbrelle Alston A lead infant teacher at SPEC, Asbrelle has been working with young children ever since she was in high school. She was nominated by a parent in the infant classroom who says that her son “literally will jump out of my arms and into hers, exchanging kisses and hugs.” Asbrelle makes special efforts to bond with the families of her children outside of her work obligations.
Judge J.H.Corpening II Besides his work on the bench, Judge Corpening has served the community in a multitude of capacities, from volunteering at the public schools for 21 years, writing scripts based on children’s stories for New Hanover County Courts (now used by the NC Bar Association,) working to address the School to Prison Pipeline, and serving at the local and national levels with Boy Scouts of America. He currently chairs the Community Child Protection Team for New Hanover County.
Crystal Sharee McCombs Crystal is a live-in, live-out nanny, providing her families with exceptional care. Knowing that every day counts, she provides nutritionally balanced meals, fun and age-appropriate play, and sees herself as an “extension of the family.” Crystal is passionate about providing children with the foundation they need to be successful in school and preparing them to be productive citizens for tomorrow.
Dr. Hoke Pollock A lifelong resident of New Hanover County, Hoke is a pediatrician in private practice with Coastal Pediatric Associates. He has served on the board of Smart Start of New Hanover County and has been a Touchpoints Approach™ Community Level Faculty Member since 2009. He provides medical examinations for children in abusive situations with NHC DSS and is also a part of the statewide CME Program (Certified Medical Examiner) and currently serves on the board of INFANTS.
Rick Houston Rick has been employed by Domestic Violence Shelter and Services as a Prevention Specialist for over 7 years. He also has served on the Smart Start Baby F.A.S.T. (Families and Schools Together) Team, helping young fathers understand their roles and how they can be a positive part of their babies’ lives. He offers great guidance and leadership to young fathers for the sake of their babies, and is a priceless mentor.
Kristy Bundy Shaffer Kristy has been in the field of education for 29 years, the past 19 in New Hanover County. She currently is a teacher for children with special needs at Lake Forest Academy which is an alternative school, day treatment center serving children from kindergarten to 8th grade. In addition, she is a full-time mother to four of her own children and provides excellent loving care to numerous foster children who are in the first 2000 days of their lives.
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| your health
The Health Perks of Caffeine By Sandra Gordon
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oms and caffeine go together like macaroni and cheese. But caffeine doesn’t just help get your morning off to a snappy start or power you through a mid-afternoon slump. It’s good for you too. The latest research offers new insight about the health perks of this potent pick-me-up.
Caffeine is the ultimate power tool. “Caffeine boosts brain power and memory, makes you feel more vigorous and improves mood,” says Harris R. Lieberman, Ph.D., a research psychologist with the US Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine in Natick, Massachusetts. But don’t gulp down two cups first thing to turbocharge your day. A study Lieberman led involving U.S. Navy Seals found that an average of 300 mg of caffeine (equivalent to three cups of coffee or four cups of tea) consumed throughout the day is optimal for most people for peak mental and physical performance.
Coffee cuts endometrial cancer risk. Downing daily cups of coffee can reduce the risk of endometrial cancer, the most common cancer of the female reproductive organs. Researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health found that women who drank three to four daily cups of java reduced their risk of endometrial cancer by 29 percent compared to women who drank little or no coffee.
Coffee helps derail diabetes. The pooled results of 18 studies involving over 450,000 people found that each daily cup of coffee consumed is associated with a 7 percent lower risk of diabetes. Follow-up studies show that coffee may reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. But again, don’t OD on the stuff. Some studies link coffee consumption—more than three cups of coffee per day—with an increased risk of rheumatoid arthritis.
Coffee won’t weaken your bones. Although a teeny bit of calcium does leach from your bones when you drink full-strength Java, it’s not enough to be harmful, even if you drink a lot of coffee. Still, if you want to make up the difference, pour in one to two tablespoons of skim milk or have a skim latte (half steamed skim milk, half coffee) instead. v Sandra Gordon is an award-winning freelance writer who delivers expert advice and the latest developments in health, nutrition, parenting and consumer issues.
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The Buzz on Energy Drinks To tackle your to-do list, it may be tempting to gulp down an energy drink or two. The trendy tonic packs a concentrated dose of caffeine—as much as 207 milligrams, which is double the caffeine content of an 8-ounce cup of coffee. Energy products could be an emergency solution if, for example, you have to drive at night for a long distance and you’re tired. But over the long run, energy drinks aren’t so healthy for your heart. A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that the potent products can increase blood pressure, irregular heart rate and heart palpitations. If you have high blood pressure, downing these products could spike it into a dangerous range. Elevated blood pressure may lead to heart disease, heart failure, stroke and kidney failure. Energy products could also trigger atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm problem that’s associated with stroke. At the very least, the caffeine load in an energy drink could cause irritability and anxiety. The upshot? Skip energy drinks and enjoy less potent forms of caffeine.
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Cotton Exchange Tours Daily (Year Round). Cotton Exchange, Downtown. Tales of mystery of the Cotton Exchange ghosts. $10/Adults. $8/Students & Seniors. Free/Under age 12. Visit www.TourOldWilmington.blogspot. com or call 409-4300 for information. Gems4U Bracelet Making Daily. 12-5pm. 21 N. Front St. Downtown. Come to our Beading Buffet! Making jewelry is FUN and Mary Sedcieski, Owner of GEMS4U, will help you make your special bracelet. $15 per child or adult. Walk-ins are always welcome. Great family time and we provide everything you need. So many beads to choose from! Call 742-5938 for information or directions. Visit us at www. gemsbymary.com. Downtown Wilmington Trolley Tour Downtown at Water St. Wilmington Trolley offers a tour through the Port City on an authentically reproduced trolley. Tour highlights include: museums, beautiful mansions, birthplaces of famous natives, TV & movie locations, fine dining ideas, shopping, history and more! www. wilmingtontrolley.com.
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Family Fun Day 9am - 5pm. Airlie Gardens. Visit the parks and Arboretum for a full day of family fun. Contact 798-7700 or visit www.airliegardens.org for more information. Residents Free Day - Cape Fear Museum 1 – 5pm. Cape Fear Museum. NHC residents are admitted free to the Museum the first Sunday of every month. Call 798-4350 or visit www.capefearmuseum.com for information.
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2 Monday Read Across America Day Family Storytime 10:30am, Mondays. Carolina Beach Library. All ages are invited to storytime for approximately 30 minutes of stories, fingerplays, and other pre-literacy enhancing activities. No registration is required, but all children should bring an adult chaperone. Call 798-6303 for details. 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. Comedy Kids 4pm. Myrtle Grove Library. Join Mr. Scooter for 45 minutes of improvisation and comedy games! Ages 8 & up. Call 798-6393 for details. Mini Monets Clay & Sculpture Art Class 4:45-5:30pm, Mondays. Kings Grant Area. Let’s get our hands dirty with clay! All projects will be handmade in different types of clay and sculpting materials. This session is a great opportunity to create art in three dimension. Visit www.minimonetsart.com or call 399-1708 for more information. Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss 7pm. Barnes & Noble, Mayfaire. Read Across America Storytime featuring Dr. Seuss titles. Call 509-1880 for details.
3 Tuesday Storytime at the Library 9:30am; 10am; 10:30, Tuesdays. Main Library. Babies up to 18 months at 9:30 are invited to
bring an adult lap and enjoy up to 20 minutes of books, songs, fingerplays & rhymes. Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old are invited at 10am to 20 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in Story Place. Preschoolers aged 3 to 5 are invited at 10:30am to 20-30 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in our storytime room! Call 798-6303 for details. Happy Little Singers 9:45am, Tuesdays. Hannah Block USO/ Community Arts Center. Music and Movement program for children 6 mos to 6 years. Sing, Dance, Instruments, Creative Play with your child. Drop ins welcome, $10 per family. Please call or text in advance 777-8889.
4 Wednesday Storytime and Music & Movement at the Library 9:30am; 10am; 10:30, Wednesdays. Myrtle Grove Library. Babies up to 18 months at 9:30 are invited to bring an adult lap and enjoy up to 20 minutes of books, songs, fingerplays & rhymes. Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old are invited at 10am to 20 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in Story Place. Preschoolers aged 3 to 5 are invited at 10:30am to 20-30 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in our storytime room! Call 798-6303 for details. S.T.E.M. Explorations 10am & 3:30pm, Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. STEM programs explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics by applying them in fun, hands-on activities. Children will learn about the scientific process while measuring and recording in mathematical terms, developing critical thinking skills in the process. Please pre-register. Visit www. playwilmington.org for more information. www.wilmingtonparent.com
Mini Monets Clay & Sculpture Art Class 4:15-5pm, Wednesdays. Carolina Beach Rec Center. Let’s get our hands dirty with clay! All projects will be handmade in different types of clay and sculpting materials. This session is a great opportunity to create art in three dimension. Visit www.minimonetsart.com or call 399-1708 for more information.
5 Thursday Storytime at the Library 9:30am; 10am; 10:30, Thursdays. Myrtle Grove & Northeast Library. Babies up to 18 months at 9:30 are invited to bring an adult lap and enjoy up to 20 minutes of books, songs, fingerplays & rhymes. Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old are invited at 10am to 20 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in Story Place. Preschoolers aged 3 to 5 are invited at 10:30am to 2030 minutes of books, music, and pre-literacy activities in our storytime room! Call 798-6303 for details.
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StoryCOOKS 10am, Thursdays. Children’s Museum. A cooking club for preschoolers where we read a story and make a dish inspired by the book. Visit www.playwilmington. org for more information and weekly themes. Child Yoga 3:30pm. Children’s Museum. Get moving the first Thursday of every month in Child Yoga. This month’s theme is “OMazing Love.” Visit www.playwilmington.org for details.
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6 Friday Toddler Time 10am, Fridays. Children’s Museum. No registration necessary. Projects and activities for our youngest visitors (ages 4 and under) and their special grownups to work on together. Call 254-3534 or visit www. playwilmington.org for more information. Family Yoga Storytime 10:30am, Fridays. Main Library. Parents & children, newborns and older, will have fun listening to stories while stretching and learning basic yoga postures with Miss Susan. Children must have an adult present. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or beach towel. No registration required! Call 798-6353 for more details. Adventures in the Arts 3:30pm, Fridays. Children’s Museum. Please preregister. Bring your child to express their creativity through various forms of art including but not limited to painting, sculpture, music, theater, dance, drawing, and printing. Visit www.playwilmington.org for details. Meet Cookie Mouse 7pm. Barnes & Noble. We’ll read If You Give a Mouse a Cookie and then meet Cookie Mouse himself. Bring your cameras! Call 509-1880 for details.
7 Saturday Susan G. Comen Race for the Cure 8:30am. Downtown Wilmington. Honor those who have lost their battle against Breast Cancer as well as those who have survived while raising awareness for the fight against this life-threatening disease. Run or walk the timed 5K or even take part in the 1 mile walk. www.wilmingtonparent.com
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Wilmington Parent’s 12 Annual Summer Camp Fair 10am-3pm. Independence Mall. the only event of its kind in the area, providing families with a unique opportunity to explore the summer camp and enrichment options available to their children during summer break. Visit www.wilmingtonparent.com for more information. 4th Annual Step Up For Soldiers Backyard BBQ 10am-5pm. Carolina Beach Lake. Join us for great BBQ, for a great cause. Entertainment by: “Junk Yard Mama”, Kenny Reeves & Trainwreck, and Mark Roberts Band. Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for more information. Storytime: Once Upon a Cloud 11am. Barnes & Noble. Storytime featuring our Picture Book of the Month, Once Upon a Cloud. Celeste wants to give her mother something special, but what? Join Celeste on her journey to find the perfect gift! Call 509-1880 for details. Young Living Yoga & Essential Oils Class 12pm, Saturdays. Be Unlimited Yoga, 5725 Oleander Dr. Suite B10. 30 minutes of gentle yoga, 30 minutes oil workshop with different themes every week. $5. Super Saturday Fun Time 3pm Saturdays. TheatreNow. Join DOCK, the dog, and his 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.
8 Sunday - Daylight Savings Time Begins 2nd Annual Wilmington Symphony Bridge Tournament 2-5pm. YWCA Bridge Center at Market Place Mall. Sanctioned duplicate bridge game & party bridge, plus door prizes, raffle, food, friends and fun! Entry donation is $25. Limited to 120 participants. Advance Registration Required. Proceeds from the tournament benefit the Wilmington Symphony and its youth education programs including the Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra. Register at www.wilmingtonsymphony.org.
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Silly Snakes 10-11am. Halyburton Park. Bring your “Little Explorers” out to the park and discover nature through stories, songs, hands-on activities, hikes and crafts. Your children will delight in the many nature themes we explore each month. Space is limited and pre-registration is required for these popular programs. $3/participant. Call 341-0075 for more information.
10 Tuesday Happy Little Singers 9:45am, Tuesdays. Hannah Block USO/ Community 14 | March 2015 | Wilmington Parent
Arts Center. Music and Movement program for children 6 months to 6 years. Sing, Dance, Instruments, Creative Play with your child. Drop-ins welcome, $10 per family. Please call or text in advance 777-8889. Silly Snakes 10-11am. Halyburton Park. See 03/09. Kid’s Cooking Club 3:30 - 4:30pm Tuesdays. Children’s Museum. Learn new skills and explore fun seasonal recipes. Then savor the flavor of your hard work. Kids Cooking Club is sponsored by Harris Teeter. Visit www.playwilmington.org for weekly themes and call 254-3534 to pre-register. American Girl Club 7pm. Barnes & Noble. Join us as we learn about Kaya. Call 509-1880.
11 Wednesday Organic Farming and Gardening 101 for the Coast 7pm. Fred and Alice Stanback Education Center, 309 W. Salisbury St. Wrightsville Beach. Presented by The North Carolina Coastal Federation Speaker Series. Event features Matt Collogan, educator and organic farming advocate, and Evan Folds, President of Progressive Gardens, sharing environmentally friendly gardening ideas and how backyard gardens can help to protect coastal waters, wildlife and habitats. Donations welcome. Call 509-2838 for more information.
12 Thursday Children’s Discovery Time: Seaing Colors 11am. Fort Fisher Aquarium. Discover the array of colors and patterns that exist in different animals and environments! Go on a color scavenger hunt through the Aquarium, create a fun craft, and meet some colorful live animals. Ages 3-5. Members-$5; Non-Members-$14. Visit www.ncaquariums.com for more information. Jump! Move! Learn! 3:30pm, Thursdays. Children’s Museum. Join us in learning how to keep our bodies healthy and happy. Discover new exercises and games while learning all about the human body. Ideal for ages 5-9. Visit www. playwilmington.org for details.
13 Friday Family Storytime 7pm. Barnes & Noble. Bring the family for a special reading of, A Fine St. Patrick’s Day. Call 509-1880 for details.
14 Saturday 11th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patrick’s Lo Tide Run 8am. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. 5K/10K Run or Walk. After party held at The Lazy Pirate. 100% of proceeds benefit locals battling cancer who are in financial need. Register at www.lotiderun.org. UNCW MarineQuest Marine Explorers: March Roars in Like a Lion Fish 9am-12pm. Center for Marine Science. Discover the invasive species that are taking up residence in our coastal waters and learn what scientists are doing to www.wilmingtonparent.com
St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival 9am-6pm. Downtown Wilmington. Come join the music, dance and fun with Wilmington Police Pipes & Drums, The Blarney Broughs, The Molly Malones, The Walsh Kelley School of Irish Dance, Slainte UNCW Irish Dance Club and more! Parade begins at 11am. The St. Patrick’s Day Festival will be held at Riverfront Park at noon. This is a rain or shine event! Visit www.wilmingtonstpatricksdayfestival.com for a complete schedule. Family Science Saturday: Family Pi 10am-1pm. Cape Fear Museum. Celebrate Pi Day and Albert Einstein’s birthday as you measure, estimate, identify, reason, plot, and predict your way through interactive mathematics activities. Play with math to discover how it figures into your everyday life. Design your own math button to take home! 10am: PreK; 11am & 12pm: Ages 5-14. Parental participation is required. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for more information. War on the Shore Cheerleading Competition 10am. Wilmington Convention Center. Coaches, parents, athletes and spectators are welcome. As a part of the 9 Panel Productions Cheerleading Championship Series, War on Shore will be sure to please with the most talented cheerleaders in the country! See you on the floor! Storytime: Mustache Baby 11am. Barnes & Noble. A special, fun-filled Storytime featuring Mustache Baby - aka Baby Billy. Fun-filled activities to follow. Call 509-1880 for details.
15 Sunday Winter Hootenanny 3pm. Kenan Auditorium. Featuring an evening of folk, country and popular music favorites with John Golden, Mark Teachey, Geoffrey Morris, Kent Knorr, Catesby Jones, The Duo (Eric Miller and Alex Lanier), and Masonboro Sound. Proceeds benefit the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society. Visit www.hslcf.org for more information.
16 Monday Railroad Storytime 10:30am. Wilmington Railroad Museum. Hear stories and enjoy creative activities in the Children’s Hall. $4/Family. Free/Members. Call 763-2634 for more information.
17 Tuesday St. Patrick’s Day Happy Little Singers 9:45am, Tuesdays. Hannah Block USO/ Community Arts Center. Music and Movement program for chilwww.wilmingtonparent.com
LEGOS in the Library 3:30pm. 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. St. Patrick’s Day at the Library 3:45pm. Northeast Library. Join us to celebrate St Patrick Day at Northeast Regional Library Registration required online or call 910-798-6373.
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18 Wednesday Friends School of Wilmington Open House 10-11am. 207 Pine Grove Drive campus (aged 18 months – 2nd Grade); 350 Peiffer Avenue campus (3rd – 8th Grade). Tour the campuses and grounds, visit classrooms, and meet dedicated faculty, administrators and current parents. For more information call Ann Souder at 791-8221 or anns@fsow.org. Visit our website www.fsow.org for more information.
19 Thursday LEGOS in the Library 3:30pm. Northeast 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. Magic Tree House Club 7pm. Barnes & Noble. Join us as we talk about Night of the Ninja. Crafts and activities will follow. Call 509-1880 for details.
20 Friday First Day of Spring Cape Fear Wildlife Expo 9am-7pm. Wilmington Convention Center. Outdoor enthusiasts will get the chance to enjoy three days of hunting exhibitors, wildlife art displays, decoys, hunting and fishing products, decoy carving demonstrations, hand-crafted turkey and duck calls, hand-crafted knives, dough bowls, jewelry and much more! Kids can take part in interactive activities such as Sensory Safari, Mobile Aquarium, Mallard Madness Laser Shoot and the Archery Range while all attendees will be able to witness raptors in flight, and meet extraordinary animals like snakes, rescued wolves and a bobcat. Have fun with the whole family while learning about our native wildlife, resources and conservation. Visit www.capefearwildlifeexpo.com for details. Made in NC: A Handmade Marketplace 3-9pm. Brooklyn Arts Center. Come celebrate Wilmington’s community of local, original craftsmen and artisans at this modern handmade marketplace! Made in NC will feature over 50 of the region’s finest artists. Expect unique and fabulous, handmade creations of all kinds: art, clothing and accessories, household and garden items, and more! Wilmington’s fabulous food trucks will provide fare for both days along with the BAC cash bar that will serve refreshments. Visit www. brooklynartsnc.com for more information.
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Friends of the Library Preview Booksale 5:30-9pm. Northeast Library. Spring booksale opens today with a preview for Friends of the Library. Come as a Friend or join at the door. Prices $3 / $2 / $1. Kid’s Night Out 6-9pm. Maides Park. Featuring fun and games for ages 7 to 13 including arts & crafts, computer games, bingo, Lego building contest, sports activities, refreshments and more. Free event! Visit www.wilmingtonrecreation.com for required registration. Family Storytime 7pm. Barnes & Noble. Bring the family for a special reading of Finding Spring. Call 509-1880 for details.
21 Saturday Friends of the Library Booksale 9am. Northeast Library. Opening Day! Thousands of used books for all ages. $3 / $2 / $1. Coastal Living Show 9am-5pm. Schwartz Center. Everything you could want or need for great Coastal Living is at this show! Running for 35 years and featuring over 100 vendors selling their wares and demonstrating the latest trends in everything from physical fitness to scents, this expo is sure to please! Search for gifts, products and services for the home garden or office- perfect for seaside living! Visit www.wilmingtonwomansclub.com for details. Cape Fear Wildlife Expo 9am-7pm. Wilmington Convention Center. See 03/20. Baby Obstacle Course 10am. Main Library. Does your baby have what it takes to complete Baby Obstacle Course? Nurture your infant’s cognitive development, large motor skills, hand eye coordination, problem solving and memory with Baby Obstacle Course! For babies under the age of 2. Storytime: Edmund Unravels 11am. Barnes & Noble. Special Storytime featuring Edmund Unravels. Edmund is ready to discover the wonders of the world and go on new adventures. Hands-on activities to follow. Call 509-1880 for details. Made in NC: A Handmade Marketplace 11am-7pm. Brooklyn Arts Center. See 03/20. Holst: The Planets 8pm. Kenan Auditorium. The Planets, Op. 32, is a seven-movement orchestral suite by the English composer Gustav Holst, written between 1914 and 1916. Each movement of the suite is named after a planet of the Solar System and its corresponding astrological character as defined by Holst. With the exception of Earth, all the astrological planets known during the work’s composition are represented. Visit www. wilmingtonsymphony.org for ticket information.
22 Sunday Coastal Living Show 9am-5pm. Schwartz Center. See 03/21. Cape Fear Wildlife Expo 10am-5pm. Wilmington Convention Center. See 03/20. 16 | March 2015 | Wilmington Parent
Friends of the Library Booksale 11am. Northeast Library. Come browse and buy! Thousands of used books at bargain prices. $3 / $2 / $1. Family Matinee Concert 4pm. Kenan Auditorium. A chance to bring the kids to experience an orchestra concert featuring the Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra, conducted by Steven Errante, and the Wilmington Junior Strings, conducted by Jane Tierney. Under 18 admitted free.
23 Monday Animal Names 10-11am. Halyburton Park. Bring your “Little Explorers” out to the park and discover nature through stories, songs, hands-on activities, hikes and crafts. Your children will delight in the many nature themes we explore each month. Space is limited and preregistration is required for these popular programs. $3/participant. Call 341-0075 for more information.
24 Tuesday Happy Little Singers 9:45am, Tuesdays. Hannah Block USO/ Community Arts Center. Music and Movement program for children 6 mos to 6 years. Sing, Dance, Instruments, Creative Play with your child. Drop-ins welcome, $10 per family. Please call or text in advance 777-8889. Animal Names 10-11am. Halyburton Park. See 03/23. Preschool Math and Science Program 3:30pm. Myrtle Grove Library. Play, learn, and explore with your child. Math and science concepts will be introduced through interactive storytimes, hands-on science experiments and exploration stations. For children between the ages of 3-6. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 798-6365 for required registration.
25 Wednesday Preschool Math and Science Program 10am @ Main Library; 3:30pm @ Northeast Library. Play, learn, and explore with your child. Math and science concepts will be introduced through interactive storytimes, hands-on science experiments and exploration stations. For children between the ages of 3-6. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 798-6365 for required registration. STEM Club at the Library 3:30pm. Northeast Library. A process oriented after school program where we explore a scientific concept through technology, art, math, or engineering. Preregistration is required.
26 Thursday Children’s Discovery Time: Sleepy Animals 11am. Fort Fisher Aquarium. Learn about the many different ways and places animals sleep. Hear a sleepy story, make a cute craft, and test out some of these animal’s sleepy habits. Ages 3-5. Members-$5; Non-Members-$14. Visit www.ncaquariums.com for more information.
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27 Friday Fourth Friday Gallery Walk 6 – 9pm. Downtown Galleries & Studios. An afterhours celebration of art and culture through a selfguided tour. Free. Visit www.wilmingtondowntown. com or call 343-8997 for map of participants. Family Storytime 7pm. Barnes & Noble. Bring the family for a special reading of Sick Simon. Call 509-1880 for details. Spring Consignment Sale Preview 7:30-9pm. BPO Elk’s Lodge, 5102 Oleander Dr. Children’s and maternity non-profit consignment sale. Sponsored by Cape Fear Mother’s of Twins. $5 admission.
28 Saturday Alligator Egg Hunt 10am-2pm. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Meet a live baby alligator, learn about fascinating animals and search for candy-filled “alligator eggs”. Ages 3-10. Preregister at www.ncaquarium.com. Spring Consignment Sale Preview 8-11am. BPO Elk’s Lodge, 5102 Oleander Dr. Children’s and maternity non-profit consignment sale. Sponsored by Cape Fear Mother’s of Twins. Free admission. Friends of the Library Booksale 9am. Northeast Library. Thousands of used books at bargain prices. $1 / 50¢ / 25¢. Poplar Grove Herb and Garden Fair 9am-4pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. An annual rite of spring, the Herb and Garden Fair offers everything you need to start having fun in your garden, from locallygrown plants and shrubs, to lawn furniture, herbal products, yard art, butterfly houses and one-of-a-kind garden whimsies that’ll make you smile. Fun, educational classes and activities will be offered and don’t forget to seek advice from our Master Gardeners here to answer any of your questions! Food and beverages will be available for purchase so come hungry and join us as we kick-off a beautiful spring season! Storytime: Duck and Goose 11am. Barnes & Noble. Storytime featuring New York Times bestselling children’s book Duck & Goose. Duck doesn’t much care for Goose at first, and Goose isn’t fond of Duck. But both want the egg that each claims to be his. Hands-on activities! Call 509-1880 for details. Shelling the Shores 1:30-3pm. Halyburton Park. Get up close to remnants of once living creatures from the sea. Discover how these animals behaved, lived, and dealt with an ever changing environment. Each student will get the opportunity to pick out some shells, participate in activities, and get up close to live critters. $3. Call 341-0075 for details. UNCW Engineering Explorations: Wild Windy Weather 1:30-4:30pm. Natural Science Trailer. Engineer an amusement park ride that can withstand high winds. www.wilmingtonparent.com
Childcare Listing Guide Childcare – Preschools Childcare Network 8 convenient locations in Wilmington, Southport and Leland 866-521-KIDS www.childcarenetwork.com Ages 6-weeks to 12-years The Children’s Schoolhouse Montessori 612 South College Rd. Wilmington, NC 28403 910-799-1531 www.childrensschoolhouse.net Now enrolling students ages 3-5, for 2, 3, or 5 day programs. Jenkins Preschool Academy 7888 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28411 910-367-7210 www.jpawilmington.com Half day programs 9am-12pm, 2 or 3 day classes for 2-3 yr. olds, 5-day programs for 4 y.o. And PreK
Friends School of Wilmington PreK 207 Pine Grove Drive, City of Wilmington, North Carolina 28403 910-791-8221 www.fsow.org A truly unique and desirable educational experience. Montessori teaching principles are used for preschool. Pax Natura Academy 4202 Wilshire Blvd. Wilmington, NC 28403 910-791-2080 www.childcarenetwork.net/159 Early Foundations Infant & Toddler Programs. Preschool for 2 & 3 yo. Kindergarten Prep for 4 & 5 yo. After School Program. Wilmington Christian Academy 1401 North College Road 910-791-4248 www.wilmingtonchristian.com Ages 3 & up, WCA offers a year-round, fullday program including developmental, experiential & academic elements in a secure, faith-based environment.
Parents Night Out Carolina Gymnastics Academy 3529 Carolina Beach Rd. Wilmingon, NC 28412 910-796-1896 www.carolinagymnasticsacademy.com Friday & Saturday night, 6-10pm, for ages 3 – 10. Giggles Drop-In Childcare 6781 Parker Farm Drive, Suite 110, Wilmington, NC 28405 910-799-3700 www.gigglesdaycareinc.com 12 months to 12 years, Monday – Saturday Giggles offers daycare services that are safe
and fun for your child to be creative, socialize and simply have a great time, and we provide parents with free time for leisure activities. The Little Gym of Wilmington 132 Racine Drive, Unit 1, Wilmington, NC 238403 910-799-3771 www.tlgwilmingtonnc.com 3-12 years. The Little Gym of Wilmington Parentsʼ Survival Nights lets you enjoy some adult time to see a movie, catch up with friends or enjoy a meal. We schedule Parentsʼ Survival Nights for select Friday and Saturday evenings. Wilmington Parent | March 2015 | 17
Create your own roller coaster and test its wind resistance. Ages 10-13, Must be at least in the 5th grade. Visit uncw.edu/youth/programs/engineeringrobotics. html to register.
29 Sunday Poplar Grove Herb and Garden Fair 10am-4pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. See 03/28. Friends of the Library Booksale 11am. Northeast Library. DIME DAY. All items 10¢! Search It! 1:30-4pm. Cape Fear Museum. Venture into the cosmos and take a virtual journey of the solar system during our SkyQuest program. Space is limited. Parental participation is required. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for more information.
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Wave It! 10am-3:30pm. Cape Fear Museum. Investigate the science of light, sound, and ocean movement with fun, hands-on experiments! Parental participation is required. Drop in anytime. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for more information.
• Fun competitions for the whole family. • Free health tools—pedometers and healthy-eating plates. • Games with prizes weekly. • Empower your children to make healthy choices. The Family Fitness Challenge has shown a reduction in body mass index in kids and adults! Registration is only $40 per family for eight weeks of classes. Learn more at www.wilmingtonhealth.com/family-fit-challenge.
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LEGOS Drop-In Day for Spring Break 2pm. Main Library. Start your Spring Break with a fun and creative opportunity. Drop in anytime between 2-4pm to create whatever your imagination can dream up. No fees, no registration. Spring Break Special Event - Red: A Crayon’s Story 2pm. Barnes & Noble. Red: A Crayon’s Story. Come join the fun for Storytime and hands-on activities. Special Cafe items sure to delight the whole family. Call 509-1880 for details. Comedy Kids-Spring Break 3:30pm. Myrtle Grove Library. Join Mr. Scooter for 45 minutes of comedy games 1:17 PM and improvisation. Ages 8 & up.
31 Tuesday Happy Little Singers 9:45am, Tuesdays. Hannah Block USO/ Community Arts Center. Music and Movement program for children 6 mos to 6 years. Sing, Dance, Instruments, Creative Play with your child. Drop-ins welcome, $10 per family. Please call or text in advance 777-8889. Squish It! 10am-3:30pm. Cape Fear Museum. Use your senses and your imagination to produce mushy, slimy, gurgling concoctions! Parental participation is required. Stop by anytime. Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs @ The Library 2pm. Main Library. Enjoy a movie during Spring Break! We will read the book of the same title, then watch the movie. Light snacks and covered drinks are allowed during the movie. Spring Break Special Event: Spongebob Squarepants 2pm. Barnes & Noble. Come join the fun for a Storytime of Goodnight Lagoon with exciting hands-on activities. Special Cafe items sure to delight the whole family, including the Bikini Bottom Brownie. Call 509-1880 for details. Library Mini Golf-Spring Break 3:30pm. Myrtle Grove Library. Play Mini-Golf in the library!
To submit events to the calendar, please email calendar.wilmingtonparent@gmail.com Deadline for submissions to the April issue is March 9, 2015. 18 | March 2015 | Wilmington Parent
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Youth Sports: Time for a Game Change?
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By John O’Sullivan
y 4th grader tried to play basketball and soccer last year,” a mom recently told me as we sat around the dinner table after one of my speaking engagements. “It was a nightmare. My son kept getting yelled at by both coaches as we left one game early to race to a game in the other sport. He hated it.” “I know,” said another. “My 10 year old daughter’s soccer coach told her she had to pick one sport, and start doing additional private training on the side, or he would give away her spot on the team.” So goes the all too common narrative for American youth these days, an adult driven, hyper competitive race to the top in both academics and athletics that serves the needs of the adults, but rarely the kids.
The path is a race to nowhere, and it does not produce better athletes. It produces bitter athletes who get hurt, burnout, and quit sports altogether. As I said to my wife recently, the hardest thing about raising two kids these days, when it comes to sports, is that the vast majority of the parents are leading their kids down the wrong path, but not intentionally or because they want to harm their kids. They love their kids, but the social pressure to follow that path is incredible.
The reason? FEAR! We are so scared that if we do not have our child specialize, if we do not get the extra coaching, or give up our entire family life for youth sports, our child will get left behind.
This system sucks. It sucks for parents, many of whom do not have the time and resources to keep one child in such a system, never mind multiple athletes. There are no more family trips or dinners, no time or money to take a vacation. It sucks for coaches who want to develop athletes for long term excellence, instead of short term success. Most importantly, it sucks for the kids. Any sports scientist or psychologist will tell you that in order to pursue any achievement activity for the long term, children need ownership, enjoyment and intrinsic motivation.
We need to wise up and find a better path. Parents, start demanding sports clubs and coaches that allow your kids to participate in many sports. You are the customers, you are paying the bills, so you might as well start buying a product worth paying for. Coaches, you need to wise up as well. You are the gatekeepers of youth sports, the people who play God, and decide who gets in, and who is kicked to the curb. Every time you ask a 9 year old to choose one sport over another you are diminishing participation in the sport you love by 50%.
It is time to stop being scared, and stand up for your kids. There are more of us who want to do right by the kids than there are those whose egos and wallets have created our current path. We have just been too quiet for too long. We have been afraid to speak up, and afraid to take a stand. If you want to get off the road to nowhere in youth sports, and to stop feeling guilty about it, then please know you are not alone. Our voice is growing stronger every day. We can create a new reality, with new expectations that put the athletes first.
We can put our children on a road to somewhere, one paved with balanced childhoods, exploration, enjoyment, and yes, multiple sports. Someday our kids will thank us. v Soccer professional turned author, John O’Sullivan, founder of Changing the Game Project. O’Sullivan was captain of the soccer team at Fordham University, and then played in the USL for the Wilmington Hammerheads. O’Sullivan’s original article “The Race to Nowhere in Youth Sports” can be found at www.changingthegameproject.com.
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What do local coaches have to say? Coach Dwight Findlay says: Coaches need to encourage technical development, while building players character and confidence. In my experience, the more kids get an opportunity to explore different options (sports), the more prepared they are to make better choices when they are older. Players also seem to get stuck at a certain level and never progress to the elite level when they don’t have the opportunity to play other sports. It is good for developing athletes at the middle school age and younger to explore different sports, that allows them to reach higher levels in their chosen sport. This also prevents drive and excitement from dwindling at that critical age of 13. Most importantly, when a child is playing for a coach and parent that is inspiring and encouraging, supportive and happy they play a better game. Coach Paul Cairney says: The vast majority of young athletes will never play beyond high school, so my overall opinion is to enjoy as many sports as you can. Physically, I do believe that kids should play different sports growing up. If they focus on just one sport, this may result in repetitive movement in just one area and could increase injury. Psychologically, one sport focus can result in burnout. Bottom line, sports should be fun and remember, it’s only a game. Dwight Findlay - Founder and director of Coaching & Performance Development for Superb Soccer, Superb Football, and Superb Basketball, and played at the First Division level in Trinidad and Tobago. Dwight is a member of the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, (NSCAA) and he holds diplomas for coaching children from the ages of 5 to 18. Paul Cairney - UNCW women’s soccer coach since 1994. A four-year letterman with the UNCW men’s team, Cairney has amassed 174 career victories and posted a winning record in eight of the last 12 seasons as he has developed the Seahawks into one of the Colonial Athletic Association’s top clubs.
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Art Classes Young Artist’s Series
Cape Fear Academy Summer Programs
Kids Classes • Adult Classes SPECIAL SPECIAL SECTION: SECTION: Summer Education Camp Guide Guide
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Nationally Recognized, Professional Artist & Art Educator Carolyn Faulkner 3803 Wrightsville Ave #8, Downey Branch Office Park
www.youngartistart.com
Call 910-685-5137
3900 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28412 910-791-0287 www.capefearacademy.org Ages: Grades PK3-12 Session dates: June 8- July 31 no camps offered the week of July 4th Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Summer, Half-Day, A couple full day Categories for camps: Enrichment, Sports, Academic, STEM Description: Cape Fear Academy is excited to offer over 110 unique camps this summer. Weekly programs are opened to the public and online registration begins March 2 at www.capefearacademy.org
Kids College at Cape Fear Community College
411 N. Front St., Wilmington, NC 28401 910-362-7254 www.cfcc.edu Ages: Elementary - Middle School Session dates: June 15 - July 17 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Summer, half-day, full/extended day - All Categories for camps: arts, science, sports and/or academics Description: Check out the wide variety of kids activities at CFCC this summer. Day camps include something for everyone, from arts and science to foreign languages and more!
Carolina Gymnastics Academy
Princess Themed Dance Classes Birthday Parties and Summer Camps New Ice Princess Musical Theater Program! www.wilmingtonschoolofballet.com
910-794-9590
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3529 Carolina Beach Road Wilmington, NC 28412 910-796-1896 www.carolinagymnasticsacademy.com Ages: 3-10, Boys & Girls Session dates: June 15th - August 21st Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Full Day 8:00am-6pm & Half Day 9:00am-1pm Categories for camps: Sports & Free Play Adventure Camp Description: Campers stay busy and active in our Outdoor Recreation Area, Gym and Afterschool Building. Gymnastics Circuit, Bouncy houses, gymnastics free play, and in/outside active play. Field trips to area parks & pools. Campers bring lunch and 2 snacks from home.
Childcare Network Adventure Summer Camp
Wilmington, Leland, and Southport 866-521-KIDS www.childcarenetwork.net Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years Session dates: Full Summer Transportation provided: Yes, but call each school for availability Type of camp: Summer, Full Day Categories for camps: arts, adventure, science, sports and/or academics
Description: Full day summer camp. 6:30am to 6:00pm, weekly field trips and daily activities,weekly trips to the pool, visit our website for more information
Children’s Schoolhouse Montessori Reading and Mathematics with A focus on Marine Science ( Beginning levels- advanced)
612 South College Road (across from UNCW) 910-799-1531 www.childrensschoolhouse.net Ages: 3 1/2 - 6 years Session Dates: May 21 - June 11 (3 weeks) Transportation: No Type of camp: - Half Day/Extended 9-1 or (9-2:30 for older child) Categories for camps: Marine Science, Arts, Music and academics. Outside environment Description: Great fun exploring our exciting marine environment with lessons in reading and math. Daily themes in marine science, music with instruments and fun with art projects. Children bring a lunch and a snack each day.
Exceptional Educators Enrichment Camps
5022C Wrightsville Ave. Wilmington, NC 28403 910-399-5211 www.exceptionaleducators.com Ages: 5-11 with Leadership opportunities for TEENS Session dates: 7/20-7/24; 7/27-7/31; 8/3-8/7; 8/10-8/14 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Summer Camp - full day - 8:30-2:30 Categories for camps: academics, nature, oceanography, multi-cultural arts Description: Enrich the mind, body and soul at EE camps! We accept campers of all abilities with services for individuals with special needs. Teens, we have leadership opportunities!
Friends School of Wilmington Sports Camp
350 Peiffer Ave. Wilmington NC 28409 910-508-8183 camperregsecure.com/fsow/ summercamp@fsow.org Ages: 3rd – 8th Grade Session dates: June 15-19 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half day, 8:30 – 12:00 Description: Join Sports Camp to learn the games of basketball, soccer, ultimate Frisbee, and flag football!
Friends School of Wilmington Young Authors Camp
350 Peiffer Ave. Wilmington NC 28409 910-508-8183 camperregsecure.com/fsow/ summercamp@fsow.org Ages: 1st – 5th Grade Session dates: June 15-19 www.wilmingtonparent.com
Summer Day Camps Wilmington Christian Academy Day Camp
Join us part-time or full-time for a recreational day camp filled with enjoyable activites and learning experiences. Starting June 1st - August 7th.
Sports Camp Soccer (3rd - 5th) Soccer (6th - 8th)
Volleyball Tennis (3rd - 8th)
Enrichment Camps
• Drawing • Flower Arrangement Class • Candy Land • Write a Song • Woodworking for Girls • Best Brownies & Bars • Computer Craze • Pampered Princess Spa • Check Mate! Chess Camp
• Basic Electricity • Basic Car Maintenance • Perfect Pies • Rainbow Loom Jewelry • Experiments that Fizz, Crack, Ooze & Pop • Photography for Kids • Watercolor Painting • Kitchen Cabinet Biology
• Bow Boot Camp • Website Design • Budding Biologist • Guitar Camp • Corn Bread Camp • Kindergarten Corner • Building an Electric Bike • Mosaic Art Camp • Jumpstart to 1st Grade
Visit our website to see dates and the rest of the camps!
Call 910-791-4248 to register! | www.wilmingtonchristian.com
Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington
A day camp for young people coping with the death of a loved one. Young people will talk, play, create, eat, cry, laugh and make friends. They are encouraged to share memories, express feelings, release anger and learn from their life experiences. There is no fee to attend this camp.
8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday Week 1: June 22-26 for rising second- and third-graders Week 2: July 6-10 for rising fourth- and fifth-graders Week 3: July 20-24 for rising sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders
A program of Lower Cape Fear Hospice.
Application and parental consent required.
Kids Matter!
Space is limited. Call (910) 796-7991 or email Melinda.McKeon@lcfh.org for more information. www.wilmingtonparent.com
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• S.T.E.M Camp • Frozen • Craving Cookies • Medical Madness • Discover Wilmington • Spanish Fiesta • Spa & Relaxation • Model Building • Strike Up the Band
Golf (4th - 8th) Cardio for Kids
Basketball (2nd - 4th) Basketball (5th - 8th)
Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half day, 8:30 – 12:00 Description: From journaling to haikus, poetry to plays, writers will be free to
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Friends School of Wilmington Sound Discovery
350 Peiffer Ave. Wilmington NC 28409 910-508-8183 camperregsecure.com/fsow/ summercamp@fsow.org Ages: 1st – 5th Grade Session dates: June 22-26 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half day, 8:30 – 12:00 Description: Learn how different instruments from around the world make sound. Use everyday objects to explore rhythm and beat
Friends School of Wilmington Art Outdoors
Robotics American Girl s®
Basketball Tie Dye
Calligraphy
Micro Sports
Minecraft
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Cake Decorating 101 & much more!
Online Registration
TAKING PLACE NOW at CapeFearAcademy.org
Friends School of Wilmington LEGO Robotics
For more information contact: Summer@CapeFearAcademy.org
2015 Seahawk Soccer Camps
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Junior Day Camp June 15-19 & July 6-10 June 22-25 Full Day Option (agesat8-12) $260 UNC Wilmington Full Day Option (ages 5-12), $260 Half Day Option (ages 5-7) - $140 Half Day Option (ages 5-12), $140
Residential Camp Girl’s Camps July 16-19:
Lil HawksResidential Camp (5-8 IDYears) Camp (ages June 11-15, 9-11:30am (Commuter $340) $140
Boy’s Camps Residential Camp
Lil Hawks Camp (5-8 Years) 15-18) - $480 June 26- June 29 June 11-15, 9-11:30am $140 (ages 10-18 years
Jr. Residential Camp (ages 10-14) - $480
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Junior Day Camp (5-12 Years) (Commuter $340) June 18-June 22, 9am-4pm—$260 Half-day option $140(ages 10-18) - $480 GK Academy
(residential only) Day Camp (5-12 Years) June 25-29, 9am-4pm $260 Visit website for more information Half-day option $140
Senior Elite Camp (10-18 Years) June 29-July (Residential) Visit 3,website for more $525 information Visit website for more information
Elite Academy (10-18 Years) (910)962-3932 July 19-22 (Overnight/Commuter) $450/$350 Visit website for more information seahawkgirlssoccercamps@gmail.com
(Commuter $340)
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Contact Paul Cairney
(910)Cairney 352-4925 Contact Paul Contact Aidan Heaney seahawkboyssoccercamps@gmail.com (910) 352-4925 (910)962-3932 seahawkgirlssoccercamps@gmail.com seahawkboyssoccercamps@gmail.com For More information and to register on-line visit:
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350 Peiffer Ave. Wilmington NC 28409 910-508-8183 camperregsecure.com/fsow/ summercamp@fsow.org Ages: 2nd – 8th Grade Session dates: July 6-10 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half day, 1:00 – 4:30 Description: Campers will use nature as inspiration as we explore on-site painting, leaf imprints in clay, sun prints, found object sculpture, and many printmaking. 350 Peiffer Ave. Wilmington NC 28409 910-508-8183 camperregsecure.com/fsow/ summercamp@fsow.org Ages: 4th – 8th Grade Session dates: July 20-24 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half day, 8:30 – 12:00 Description: Learn LEGO construction and use Mindstorms EV3 to explore robotics programming. We will master fundamentals and explore new concepts through a variety of challenges.
Giggles Drop-in Childcare Summer Camp
6781 Parker Farm Dr. Wilmington NC 28405 910-799-3700 www.gigglesdaycareinc.com Ages: rising kindergarteners through 5th grade. Session dates: Monday through Friday each week from 6/15-8/21 Transportation provided: Yes Type of camp: weekly or daily full day summer camp with options for extended days Categories for camps: arts, adventure, science, sports, academics-all! We have a different theme each week. Description: Our summer camp is full of fun and always on the go!! Join us for the day, the week or the whole summer! Each week has a different theme. Field trips every day. Lunch is included.
Jenkins Preschool Academy Summer Camps
7888 Market Street 910-367-0287 www.jpawilmington.com Ages: 3-5 (must be potty trained) Session dates: Under the Sea June 22-26, Rainforest Adventures July 27-31, Dynamic Dinosaurs August 10-14 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half day 9-1 Categories for camps: Arts/crafts, Music & Games Description: Weekly session has a theme fun adventure using their with children using imaginations. Need to bring snack, lunch and a drink daily. Outdoor and indoor activities.
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132 Racine Drive, Unit 1 910-799-3771 www.tlgwilmingtonnc.com Ages: 3-12 years Session dates: April 6-10th (Spring Break); June 8th- August 21st (Summer) Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Summer, Full and Half-Day Categories for camps: Sports/ Cheerleading/ Gymnastics Description: Day camp for kids at The Little Gym is as great as youʼd imagine! These three hour camps are held during vacation times when schoolʼs not in session. Our seasonal and vacation camps combine physical activity, gymnastics and games for giggle-filled fun!
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Sunshine Camp: A Day Camp for Young People Coping with the Death of a Loved One Lower Cape Fear Hospice Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center
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Visual and Performing Arts Creative Writing Disc Golf Spanish Immersion Science Career Explorations and More!
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1414 Physicians Drive Wilmington, NC 28401 910-796-7991 or 800-467-7423 www.lcfh.org Ages: Rising second- and third-graders Session dates: Week 1: June 22-26 Week 2: July 6-10 Rising fourth- and fifth-graders Week 3: July 20-24 Rising sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders Cost: No fee Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Summer, half-day Categories for camps: Grief Description: At Sunshine Camp, young people dealing with grief get to talk, play, create, eat, laugh and make friends while learning from their life experiences. Application required.
Summer Reading Club 2015 @ NHCPL: Every Hero has a Story
www.cfcc.edu
Wonderland Farm Beginner Intermediate Advanced English Hunt Seat Instruction Small Class Size
One Week Sessions M-F, 9AM-3PM Ages 5-14 Transportation from Independence Mall
19th Annual Horseback Riding Camp
Located just 10 minutes from Cape Fear Bridge, nestled away on a 106 acre tract of fun for kids! Karen Mealey - Owner & Head Instructor, BA Degree Equine Studies, Certification in Art Education Learn how to handle and care for your mount. Love horses? Come and ride until your legs bow! Small class size, quality individual and group instruction. Instructor student ratio is 1:3 for maximum fun and Safety on our well-trained camp horses. Afternoon art lessons, trail rides, swimming and bareback riding. Discounts for second family member, additional weeks, and early registration if paid by May 15th Special Tiny Rider Week for Ages 4 & 5. Call for Details.
Call us today! 655-5735 www.wonderlandfarm.net
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201 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 910-798-6303 www.nhclibrary.org Ages: children, teens, and adults may join Session dates: June 13 – August 8, 2015 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Summer, half-day, full/extended day: self-directed vacation reading, with occasional special events for children Categories for camps: arts, adventure, science, sports and/or academics: academics Description: Join Summer Reading Club at New Hanover County Public Library! Register at all locations or at www.nhclibrary.org starting June 13. Kids and teens get prize coupon packets; adults entered in prize drawings. Set a goal and track it online!
No Sleeves Magic Camp
3902 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28409 910-200-5300 www.nosleevesmagic.com Ages: 7-13 Session dates: July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27- 31, Aug 3- 7 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Summer full day 9am-3pm (before and after care available) Categories for camps: arts Description: WARNING! Campers experience one of their BEST summer memories HERE! Taking an adventure into the world of magic includes tricks, live shows, shirt, bag, pizza, wild games & more!
Power of Play
6644 Gordon Road 910-612-4648 powerofplaywilmington.com Ages: 4-11. Participants must be potty trained. Session dates: June 15 - August 21 / daily & weekly rates available Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Full day- Monday through Friday 7:30am-6pm 1/2 day-Monday through Friday 9am-1pm Description: Children will enjoy physical activity, education, field trips, swimming, games, sports, free play and entertainment. See our website for more information on how fun POP summer camp really is! www.wilmingtonparent.com
Revolver Music Guitar/Music Camp
Every Week is Dierent! Lunch Included! Low Ratios!
5621 Myrtle Grove Rd, Wilmington, NC 28409 910-799-1999 www.revolvermusicproductions.com Ages: 7 years and up Session dates: June 16 - August 18 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Type- Half Day Categories for camps: Arts, Academics Description: Complete beginner guitar program using music by Taylor Swift and others. Includes an introduction to bass, drums, keyboard and vocal basics. Learn to play your favorite songs!
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Creative Arts Camp
HBHUSO/Community Arts Center, 120 South Second St. Wilmington, NC 28401 910-341-7860 wilmingtoncommunityarts.org Ages: 4 and up Session dates: 7 weeks, Mon-Fri, June 22nd - Aug 7th Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Summer half and full day options Categories for camps: Arts (Visual and Performing arts) Description: Creative-Fun-Affordable! Let your imagination explore this summer at the Community Arts Center! Perfect for young visual and performing artists.
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UNCW Soccer Stadium/601 S. College Rd, Wilmington NC, 28403 910-962-3044 www.seahawksoccercamps.com Ages: 5-7, 8-12, 10-14, 15-18 Session dates:
Day Camp, June 15-19: Full Day Option (ages 8-12), $260; Half Day Option (ages 5-7), $140. Day Camp, July 6-10: Full Day Option (ages 8-12), $260; Half Day Option (ages 5-7), $140. Residential Camp, July 16-19: Residential ID Camp (ages 15-18), $480 (Commuter $340); Jr. Residential Camp (ages 10-14), $480 (Commuter $340); GK Academy (ages 10-18), $480 (Commuter $340). Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half Day / Full-Extended Categories for camps: Sports Description: Professional coaching staff. Camp curriculum implemented to improve individual technical skills in addition to fun games and competitive matches.
Seahawk Girls Soccer Camps
UNCW Soccer Stadium/601 S. College Rd, Wilmington NC, 28403 910-962-3932 www.seahawksoccercamps.com Ages: 5-12, 10-18 Session dates:
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311 Judges Road, Unit 2B Wilmington NC 28405 910-795-9397 Ages: 10 and up Session dates: June 22-26, July 13-17, July 20-24, August 3-7 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Full day Categories for camps: Arts Description: Scrap & Design will teach children how to preserve their photos in creative ways. Each child will make a scrapbook, their own cards, mini albums & paper crafting items.
CITY SUMMER CAMPS
SPECIAL SECTION: Summer Camp Guide
The City of Wilmington is offering a variety of summer camps including:
Basketball Camp • Special Olympics Day Camps • Nature Camps Skate Camp • Tennis Camp
Junior Day Camp: June 22-25, 2015. Full or half day. Ages 5-12 years old. Monday-Thursday, 9am-4pm Camp ends with Pizza Party on Thursday June 25th, 4:30-5:30pm. Cost – $140 (half day); $260 (full day) Senior Residential Camp: June 26- June 29, (FridayMonday) 2015. Ages 10-18 years old. Residential. Cost = $540 (residential only) Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half Day / Full-Extended Categories for camps: Sports Description: Professional coaching staff. Camp curriculum implemented to improve individual technical skills in addition to fun games and competitive matches.
UNCW MarineQuest
601 S College Rd Wilmington, NC 28403 910-962-2640 www.uncw.edu/marinequest/index.html Ages: 4 - 17 Session dates: June 14, 2015 – August 7, 2015 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Summer, half-day commuter, full-day commuter, full-day residential Categories for camps: marine science Description: MarineQuest summer camps are designed to make the learning process fun and engaging while providing real hands-on, field-based opportunities for students ages 4 to 17.
UNCW Engineering Expectations
For more information, call 341-7855 or visit www.wilmingtonrecreation.com
Come Grow with Us!
Pax Natura develops school readiness skills, fosters curiosity and fun, and brings focus to: • Nature & Eco-conscious Efforts • Character & Leadership Development • Diversity & Respect for All • Community Involvement
Early Foundations Infant & Toddler Programs • Preschool for 2 & 3 years olds • Kindergarten Prep for 4 & 5 year olds • After School Programs
4202 Wilshire Blvd. Wilmington• (910) 791-2080 • www.childcarenetwork.net/159
601 S College Rd Wilmington, NC 28403 910-962-2640 uncw.edu/youth/programs/summerengineering.html Ages: 6 - 14 Session dates: June 15, 2015 – July 31, 2015 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Summer, half-day commuter, full-day commuter Categories for camps: engineering Description: Engineering Expectations is designed to hook kids on engineering by engaging them in creative thinking and out-of-the-box problem solving.
Wilmington Christian Academy Summer Day Camp
1401 North College Road 910-791-4248 ext. 122 www.wilmingtonchristian.com Ages: 4-year-olds through 8th grade Session dates: June 1- August 7, 2015 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Weekly adventure camp Categories for camps: adventure Description: Summer Day Camp provides a recreational day camp for children of parents who need summer childcare. Daily activities include field trips to area businesses and sites of interest.
Wilmington Christian Academy Sports Camps
1401 North College Road 910-791-4248 ext. 122 www.wilmingtonchristian.com Ages: 4-year-olds through 8th grade Session dates: June 1- August 7, 2015 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Weekly, half-day sports camps Categories for camps: sports Description: WCA offers weekly sports camps in basketball, golf, soccer, volleyball, fitness, and ballet. Excellent facilities and enthusiastic coaches create an enjoyable summer. 26 | March 2015 | Wilmington Parent
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Wilmington Christian Academy Enrichment Camps
1401 North College Road 910-791-4248 ext. 122 www.wilmingtonchristian.com Ages: 4-year-olds through 8th grade Session dates: June 1- August 7, 2015 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Weekly enrichment camps Categories for camps: science, technology, academic Description: WCA provides week long, half-day enrichment camps. There are camps in technology, science, culinary arts, woodworking, STEM, art, and much more.
Wilmington Parks and Recreation Halyburton Nature Camps
Wilmington Parks and Recreation MLK Summer Camp
401 S. 8th, Wilmington 910.341.7866 www.wilmingtonrecreation.com Ages: Ages 8-12 Session dates: June 15-18 Basketball Camp Cost: $30; June 22-26 Cost: $25/week; July 6-10 Day Camp Cost: $25/week; July 13-17 Cost: $25/week; July 20-24 Day Camp Cost: $25/week; July 27-31 Cost: $25/week; Aug 3-7 Day Camp Cost: $25/week; Aug 10-14
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Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th Street 910.341.0075 www.halyburtonpark.com Ages: Ages vary per camp Session dates: Nature Discovery Camp (ages: 5-6) july 6-10 8 am -12 pm Cost: $100; Jr. Naturalist Camp (Ages: 7-9) July 20-24 8 am - 5 pm Cost: $200; EcoAdventure Camp (Ages: 10-13) June 15-19 8 am - 5 pm Cost: $250 Transportation provided: No. Type of camp: Half Day/Full Day Camp Categories for camps: Nature/Adventure Description: Halyburton Park offers a variety of nature/adventure camps during the summer.
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12 noon), Full Day Camp 8 am – 5:30 pm Categories for camps: Arts/Crafts, Adventure & Sports Description: Full day traditional summer camp with variety of activities including arts and crafts, sports, swimming, field trips, and more. Cost: $25/week, Basketball Camp - $30/week.
Wilmington School of Ballet
Wilmington Parks and Recreation Wilmington Tennis Camp
3834 Oleander Dr. Wilmington NC 28403 910-794-9590 www.wilmingtonschoolofballet.com Ages: 3+ Session dates: Call Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half Day Categories for camps: Arts Description: Frozen Princess camps ages 3-6, Broadway performance camps dance and theater company, Dance intensive camps specialty focus and end of week performance.
Wilmington Parks and Recreation Wilmington Skate Camp
Wonderland Farm Horseback Riding Camp
3405 Park Avenue, Wilmington 910.341.4631 www.wilmingtonrecreation.com Ages: 5-17 Session dates: June 22-26 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half Day Camp 9 am – 12 pm Categories for camps: Tennis Camp Description: Tennis Camp for kids ages 5-17. All levels are welcome. Cost: $150 for week
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Session dates:June 15-19, June 22-26, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, Aug 3-7, Aug 10-14 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half Day Camp Description: Half day traditional summer camp with educational activities including, swimming, arts and crafts, sports, trips, science, math and reading. Cost: $15/week
Greenfield Grind Skatepark at Greenfield Lake - Wilmington 910.362-8222 www.greenfieldgrind.com Ages: 10-13 Session dates: June 15-19 Ages: 10-13 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Full/extended day: 8 am – 5 pm Categories for camps: Skate Camp Description: Join the Greenfield Grind staff in a tour of the best skate parks our area has to offer, as well as other fun activities! Campers get the Greenfield Grind all to themselves in the morning, along with visits to other local skate parks and activities such as ice skating and laser tag each afternoon.
Wilmington Parks and Recreation Maides Park Summer Camp 1101 Manly Avenue, Wilmington 910.341.7867 www.wilmingtonrecreation.com Ages: 5-10
910-655-5735 www.wonderlandfarm.net Ages: 5-14 Session dates: One week Sessions Transportation provided: Pickup from Independence Mall Type of camp: Full Day 9am-3pm Categories for camps: Nature, Art, Sports, Academics Description: Learn how to handle and care for your mount. Small class size, quality individual and group instruction
WB Surf Camp
On Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-7873 www.wbsurfcamp.com Ages: 6-adults Session: June-August Transportation: No Type of Camp: Summer, full and half day options Categories for camp: adventure, science, sports and/or academics Description: WB Surf Camp offers awesome, learn-to-
• Intersession & summer Camp • Birthday Parties • Drop In Care • Open Play • after school care Open 7 days a week!
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surf children, teen and adult summer camps that are unlike anything in the world!
The YMCA’s Youth Day Camp at Wilmington Family YMCA
2710 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 251-9622 x257 www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org Ages: 3-15 Session dates: June 15-June 19, June 22-27, June29July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, August 3-7, August 10-14, August 17-21 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Full Day Camps & Half Day Camps Categories for camps: Summer Camp, Leaders in Training Camp & Preschool Day Camp Description: The Y offers a classic summer camp experience filled with a variety of activities for children to learn new sports & games, create arts & crafts, make friends, swim, and have fun!
The YMCA’s Youth Sports Camps
The YMCA’s Youth Day Camp at Temple Baptist Activity Center
709 George Anderson Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 251-9622 x255 www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org Ages: 5-15 Session dates: June 15-June 19, June 22-27, June29July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-3, August 3-, August 10-14, August 17-21 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Full Day Camps & Half Day Camps Categories for camps: Youth Day Camp, Leaders in Training Camp Description: The Y offers a classic summer camp experience filled with a variety of activities for children to learn new sports & games, create arts & crafts, make friends, swim, and have fun!
623 Village Rd. Shallotte, NC 28470 (910) 251-9622 x255 www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org Ages: 5-15 Session dates: June 15-June 19, June 22-27, June29July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, August 3-7, August 10-14, August 17-21 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half Day Camps Categories for camps: Youth Day Camp & Leaders in Training Camp Description: The Y offers a classic summer camp experience filled with a variety of activities for children to learn new sports & games, create arts & crafts, make friends, swim, and have fun!
The YMCA’s Youth Day Camp at Camp Kikrwood
2015 Camp Kirkwood Rd. Watha, NC 28478 (910) 409-7446 www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org Ages: 5-15 Session dates: June 15-June 19, June 22-27, June29July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, August 3-7, August 10-14, August 17-21 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Half Day Camps & Residential Camps Categories for camps: Youth Day Camp, Leaders in Training Camp, Residential Camp & Residential Soccer Camp Description: Camp Kirkwood is able to provide your child with a number of summer camp activities like zip lines, archery, canoeing, swimming, ropes courses, arts and crafts, hiking and more!
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Full and Half day options— June 22—Aug 7th Let your imagination explore Summer 2015 at the Community Arts Center! Perfect for young visual and performing artists ages 4 and up! www.wilmingtoncommunityarts.org
Young Artists Series Mythical Creatures
3803 #8 Wrightsville Ave. 910-685-5137 youngartistart.com/young-artists-series/ cafaulkner@hotmail Ages: 8-10 Session dates: June 15 - 19 Description: Draw, paint, and make a mosaic using glass pebbles. Create dragons, fishes, birds, or anything your imagination leads you to!
Young Artists Series Plein Air Painting
3803 #8 Wrightsville Ave. 910-685-5137 youngartistart.com/young-artists-series/ cafaulkner@hotmail Ages: 10 -16 Session dates: July - Date TBA Description: (Outdoors) Paint at the Arboretum with nature to inspire you! Use your imagination to transform nature into your vision!
Scrapbook & Craft Summer Program Ages 10+ • Full Day Sessions June 22-26, July 13-17, July 20-24, August 3-7
Scrap & Design will teach children how to preserve their photos in creative ways. Each child will make a scrapbook, their own cards, mini albums & paper crafting items!
Scrap and Design
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2710 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 251-9622 x229 www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org Ages: 3-16 Session dates: June 15-June 19, June 22-27, June29July 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, August 3-7, August 10-14, August 17-21 Transportation provided: No Type of camp: Full Day Camps & Half Day Camps & Residential Camps Categories for camps: Soccer Camp, Basketball Camp, Volleyball Camp, Baseball Camp Description: The Y’s Sports Camps focus on developing skills while learning the importance of teamwork, and good sportsmanship to promote the development of the whole athlete.
The YMCA’s Youth Day Camp at Calvary Baptist Church- Shallotte
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Camp Counselor: Perfect Job for Teens By Gayla Grace
Responsibilities include ensuring they’re at activities on time, helping with needs as they arise such as minor first aid or sunscreen application, playing with kids at activities, and being a friend on a bad day or a homesick moment. Teens gain maturity as they help young campers with needs that arise.
Teens can begin working as camp counselors during their high school years and continue during college if they choose. Some camps offer the opportunity for younger teens to begin as counselors-in-training during their junior high years. Our 14-year-old son will be working as a JCT (junior counselor-in-training) for two weeks this summer at a camp close to home and can’t wait to get started.
2. Endurance. Camp schedules are packed with activities to allow the
A camp counselor job has a lot to offer your teen other than just an income. Here are a few life skills your teen will acquire:
1. Responsibility. A camp counselor is assigned a group of kids and asked to look after their needs and help manage their schedule.
kids opportunity to experience as much fun as possible in a short amount of time. Camp counselors must keep up, even on days they feel tired or unmotivated.
3. Selflessness. The teen years typically include spells of sour attitudes and selfish behaviors. A camp counselor role forces a teen to suppress his self-indulgent attitude and replace it with empathy and understanding for others. v As a freelance journalist and mom to five kids, Gayla Grace loves sending her teens to camp as counselors.
Wilmington area camp counselor opportunities UNCW Youth Programs UNCW typically hires college age counselors, however they do have a limited number of opportunities for younger teen volunteers. Potential volunteers are required to fill out an HR volunteer application and sign a release of liability form for the university. Once approved, volunteers will attend a training session to learn about best practices for working and communicating with youth. For certain programs a volunteer candidate may be required to undergo a background check. If you would like to volunteer with youth programs, please send your name, DOB, contact information, a brief description of your volunteer history and the reason why you would like to volunteer with our youth programs to Dr. Kezios at kezioss@uncw.edu. Wilmington Family YMCA Leaders in Training This camp environment provides a unique opportunity for youth to build leadership skills, particularly in assisting counselors with younger campers. The Y’s LIT program operates hand-inhand with the Youth Day Camp, providing young leaders the
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opportunity to mentor younger kids, participate in daily activities, and help counselors execute programming. Young teens will learn specific skills for working with kids and co-workers, and gain experience planning and leading activities. The LITs will always have an adult counselor with them and this Y camp program gives teens the opportunity to build their skills, confidence and capacity for working with people of all ages. Email Corey Maarschalk at Corey.Maarschalk@wilmingtonfamilyymca.org or call (910) 251-9622 ext. 255 for more information. Local Private Schools Many of the private schools in Wilmington offer summer day camps and enrichment activities throughout the entire summer. If your child attends one of these schools, ask about junior counselor opportunities for middle and high school students. Junior counselors are often a huge help during craft and game times! The counselors love to have an extra hand or two, and your aspiring camp worker will learn valuable work and volunteer skills.
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ids love to go to camp and experience new adventures, enjoy a break from everyday life, and make new friends. But as our kids get older, we want them to experience a summer job and the benefits that go along with earning an income. Why not consider the perfect blend of both: a camp counselor job?
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School’s Out! New Hanover County: Traditional Schools: 3/27 - Half Day for Students 3/30-4/3 - Spring Break Year Round Schools: 3/20 - Half Day for Students 3/23-27 - Intersession 3/30-4/3 - Spring Break CFCI Charter School: 3/26 - Half Day for Students 3/27 - No School, Teacher Workday 3/30-4/3 - Spring Break IBEC: 3/30-4/3 - Spring Break WEC: 3/27 - Half Day for Students 3/30-4/3 - Spring Break
NHCS 2015-2016 School Year Enrollment Application Deadlines
New Hanover County Schools will be accepting enrollment applications for the 2015-2016 school year as follows: Kindergarten Registration March 2 - 13, 2015 Parents can register a child for kindergarten at their assigned district school. Students must be five years old by August 31, 2015 to qualify. Year Round Kindergarten applications March 2 - 13, 2015 To be included in the initial lottery draw. Year Round Grades 1 - 5 applications March 16 - April 24, 2015
To be included in the initial lottery draw. Magnet Kindergarten applications March 2 - 13, 2015 To be included in the initial lottery draw. Magnet Grades 1 - 5 applications March 16 - April 24, 2015 To be included in the initial lottery draw. Open Choice applications March 16 - April 24, 2015
Applications are available online, at all schools, at the NHCS Administration building located at 6410 Carolina Beach Road, and at the Spencer building, 1802 South 15th Street. For more information, visit www.nhcs.net or call Denise Angevine, NHCS enrollment specialist, at 251-2929 or LeAnne Groves, NHCS Student Support, at 254-4292.
Brunswick: Traditional Schools: 3/13 - No School, Teacher Workday Brunswick Early College: 3/20 - No School, Teacher Workday 3/23-27 - Spring Break Roger Bacon Academy: 3/13 - Half Day for Students 3/16 - Spring Break Begins Pender: Traditional Schools: 3/27 - Half Day for Students 3/30-4/3 - Spring Break Penderlea: 3/18 - Half Day for Students 3/19 - Spring Break Begins Pender Early College: 3/27 - Half Day for Students 3/30-4/3 - Spring Break Visit www.nhcs.net, www.co.brunswick.k12.nc.us or www.pendercountyschools.net for more information.
Hoggard Student Named Candidate in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Luke D. Guo, a graduating senior at Hoggard High School, has been named one of more than 3,000 candidates in the 2015 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The candidates were selected from nearly 3.4 million students expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in the year 2015. Inclusion in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, now in its 51st year, is one of the highest honors bestowed upon graduating high school seniors. Scholars are selected on the basis of superior academics and artistic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character and involvement in community and school activities. Candidates are also selected based on exceptional performance on either the College Board SAT or the ACT assessment. In addition, each Chief State School Officer (CSSO) was invited to nominate three male and three female candidates in their jurisdiction, based on outstanding student scholarship. Further consideration is based on students’ essays, self-assessments, descriptions of activities, school recommendations, and school transcripts. The U.S. Department of Education will announce the Scholars in May of 2015. Scholars will be invited to Washington, DC, for several days in June to receive the Presidential Scholars Medallion at a recognition ceremony and to participate in events and activities with their elected representatives, educators, and other leading individuals in public life. For more information about the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, parents and students can call the U.S. Presidential Scholars Office at (319) 688-4345, or send an email to PSP@act.org.
Roland-Grise Middle School’s Operation Love Program Celebrates 10 Years of Helping the Homeless For Roland-Grise Middle School, 2015 marks the 10th anniversary of Operation Love, a service project geared toward helping the homeless population in New Hanover County. Roland-Grise Middle School students in the Striving To Achieve Excellence (STAE) elective class have been collecting toiletries, outerwear and children’s items for Operation Love since January 5, 2015. So far, Operation Love has collected over 1,000 items, which the STAE students sort into hygiene kits and children’s entertainment kits The students then deliver the kits to the homeless shelter on North 2nd Street in downtown Wilmington. “This is a great opportunity for the students to see a fundraising project from start to finish,” said Kelly Oakley, STAE Coordinator at Roland-Grise. “Often, families donate canned goods and clothing to local drop-off locations with little knowledge of where those items go thereafter. This project gives the students the chance to take donated items to the shelter and interact with the folks who will receive them.” For more information on Operation Love, contact Mrs. Oakley at 350-2136.
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Tennis Up Elementary School program at Wilmington Christian Academy DATES: March 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2015 Time: 3:15pm to 4:00pm • 3rd to 5th graders • Max 25 participants; first come first served • Equipment provided • Free for Participants • No experience needed To register, visit www.wilmingtontennis.com. For questions, contact Rosanne Boswell at rpbboz@gmail.com.
90-Day Fitness Challenge at Century 21 Sweyer Two local business combined their efforts to encourage healthier lifestyles here in Wilmington. SHAPE: Get in. LLC, a Wilmington fitness group and premier personal training company, teamed up with Century 21 Sweyer for a 90-Day Fitness Challenge. Three SHAPE trainers graciously donated enough personal training sessions to allow 9 employees to workout twice a week from early January through the end of March. Century 21 has an existing in-house challenge they offer each year called “Dump the Plump” and the SHAPE trainers thought it would be fun to help the staff take their nutrition and fitness to the next level by working with them for the 90-day period. This challenge was the brainchild of one of SHAPE’s personal trainers, Fonda Dickens, who is friends with one of the owners at Century 21, Paige Sweyer. Fonda thought this program would be the perfect way for SHAPE to give back to our local community, and for two Wilmington businesses to join forces toward a common goal of improved wellness. Katharine Hesmer, owner of SHAPE, says, “I know it’s hard for me as a SHAPE owner to be objective, but I have to say that it’s been really fun to watch the challenge unfold, and to see how driven and determined the Century 21 staff have been. They are taking their sessions seriously and working hard.” SHAPE trainers have provided ongoing support, nutrition advice, and measurements (including weight) before and after the challenge. Added incentive? The male and female with the most weight loss at the end of the 12-week period will each win a Garmin Vivofit Fitness Band! For more information on how SHAPE can work with your employees on their fitness goals, visit www.shapegetin.com or contact katharine@ shapegetin.com.
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) leads the nation in observing Brain Injury Awareness Month by conducting an awareness campaign in March each year. The theme for the 2015 to 2017 campaign is: Not Alone. The Not Alone campaign provides a platform for educating the general public about the incidence of brain injury and the needs of individuals who are injured and their families. The campaign also lends itself to outreach within the brain injury community to de-stigmatize the injury, empower those who have survived, and promote the many types of support that are available. Visit www.biausa.org for more information. Brain injury safety and awareness do’s: • New parents should be educated on the prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome. • Soft material should cover the area around playground equipment. • Infants and older riding in vehicles should be properly restrained. Parents should be education about proper installation and use of car seats, booster seats, and seatbelts. • Safety gates should be installed on stairs and other elevated areas, like outside decks, and safety bars on windows to alleviate falls. • Coaches, athletic directors, and officials should be trained about TBIs-what to look for and treatment. • Parents and youth athletes should be knowledgeable about the risks of head injuries in their sports and be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of TBIs. Athletes should wear protective equipment required, i.e. a helmet for horseback riding.
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Single Parent or Superhero? By Heidi Smith Luedtke, PhD
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arpool (check). Work (check). Lunch break? No. Pay bills, schedule doctor visits (check). Pick up kids (check). Homework (check). Worry about bullying. Dinner (check). Referee sibling squabbles. Collapse on the couch.
meal once a week might lift your burden and brighten your spirits. The more specific your needs, the easier it will be to get help.
Single parents have important (and seemingly endless) responsibilities. Unless you have super powers, the stress of doing it all yourself can be overwhelming. But asking for assistance isn’t easy.
Brainstorm Buddies. Develop a list of resources, including family and friends, and church and community services. Don’t be afraid to put formal sources of support, such as counseling groups, on your list. Individual or group therapy can help you heal after divorce and learn to thrive as a single parent.
“It can be an act of tremendous courage, humility, or coordination to seek out help,” says family counselor Suzanne Harrington, MA. Single parents want to feel competent and in-control and asking for help can make us feel weak or inadequate.
Play to Others’ Strengths. Consider who is best at what and take preferences into account. If the kids’ grandparents get frazzled by babysitting, they might prefer to host a family dinner once a week to stay involved and give you a break. That’s okay. You want this to be a win-win situation.
Listen Up, Stressed-Out Superheroes
Help Kids Help You. Determine what kinds of contributions are ageappropriate for each child. Your six-year-old may be too young to vacuum, but she can set the table or sort the recycling. Older kids can take turns folding laundry or helping put away groceries.
Asking for help is smart, even when you feel you can manage alone. Studies show social support reduces the negative health effects of stress, including coronary disease and immune suppression, and boosts your sense of personal balance and well-being. You’ll have more energy and a more positive outlook with a team of trusted helpers around you. Parents who seek help can model reciprocity, humbleness, and gratitude, says Harrington. The helping community you create for your kids will likely inspire them to pitch in, too. Pitching in builds kids’ competence and provides a sense of accomplishment and belonging.
Discovering the Joys of Teamwork Slow down, superhero. Follow these steps to reach out and reconnect with sources of support. Identify Needs. Start out by figuring out what concrete help would be most beneficial, Harrington advises. Perhaps you need childcare so you can work, attend school, get counseling, or just relax. A home-cooked
Be Clear. When you seek help, explain exactly what you want. Misunderstandings happen when we assume others know our expectations. If you want the bathroom squeaky-clean, explain what clean means: towels hung up neatly, bath toys picked up, toilet and tub scrubbed, floor mopped. Set helpers up for success. The pressure to be a single-parent-superhero can be strong, and you may avoid asking for help because you fear you can’t reciprocate. People don’t help because they expect your assistance in return. They help because they love you and care about your family. Remind yourself that everyone benefits from meaningful social connections and take pride in the helpful community you’re creating for yourself and your kids. v
Super Single-Parent Resources 1. For bright ideas to improve your relationship with your kids and take better care of yourself, read Jennifer Wolf’s Single Parents Blog at singleparents.about.com 2. For wise tips and practical tools to help you achieve co-parenting synergy, download “Co-Parenting After Divorce” from the University of New Hampshire’s Cooperative Extension program at www.extension.unh.edu/resources (click Families and Parenting). 3. For kid-friendly advice on living with a single parent, direct kids to www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/home_family/single-parents.html and have a heart-to-heart about feelings and concerns.
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