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| By Carolyn Jabs
Trying to Think Clearly About Video Game Violence
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nce school is out, many kids turn to video games to fill their extra free time. The question of what games are OK has taken on new urgency in the past year. A Harris Poll, taken after the shootings in Newtown, Connecticut, found that over half of all Americans believe playing violent video games is linked to violent behavior. Unfortunately, deciding which games are unacceptable has the potential to create family conflict, not only between parents and kids, but also between spouses. The same Harris poll found that mothers were much more likely than fathers to make rules about video games, perhaps because they were less likely to be gamers themselves. Many gamers believe that violent video games can be a healthy outlet for aggressive feelings. They point out that during the twenty years when video games have been popular, the rate of violent crime has actually decreased. Although it’s true that most gamers do not become criminals, it is also true that these decades have seen a rise in other types of aggression including bullying. Dr. Craig Anderson, Director of the Center for the Study of Violence, in Ames, Iowa, believes the link between video games and aggression is indisputable. After analyzing 130 research studies, he found conclusive evidence that exposure to video game violence increases both aggressive thinking and behavior and reduces empathy and kindness. “All games teach something,” Anderson observes, “and that ‘something’ depends upon what they require the player to practice.” At the same time, violence turns out to be surprisingly hard to define. Is it harmful to have an avatar that slays dragons with a sword? Is it damaging to pretend to be a football player who flattens another player? What’s the effect of taking the point of view of a soldier shooting enemy combatants? Obviously, the rules that make sense for video game violence change as children mature. For kids under 12 who are still developing a sense of right and wrong, it makes sense to exercise tight control. Seek out games that have educational value and, whenever possible, pro-social values. The non-violent games section of CommonSenseMedia. org is a good place to start. Around middle school, many children, especially boys, will lobby hard to play games that are popular with their friends. Although it’s tempting to ban certain games, that approach doesn’t necessarily give your son the tools he’ll need to evaluate games he encounters at the homes of friends or, eventually, in a college dorm room. Instead, talk to your child about what he or she hopes to get from the game he wants to play. A sense of camaraderie with friends? The thrill of doing something forbidden? The challenge of conquering difficult obstacles? Have your child make a case for why the game is a good way to spend free time.
spect toward women or minorities? Include violence that is unnecessarily brutal or gratuitous? Talking through these issues won’t be easy and, in the end, you are likely to decide that certain games have no place in your home. Still, research suggests that the conversations are worthwhile because they help young people think critically about the content of video games and that, in turn, makes them less susceptible to their influences. Here are other things parents can do at every age.
Play games together when you can. If you aren’t a natural gamer, let your child walk you through the game. Pay attention to things that are constructive—cooperation among players to get to a goal, strategic thinking, coordination. Notice the effect that the game has on your child. Does he or she become animated, aggressive, confident, discouraged, withdrawn? Use ESRB ratings. They aren’t perfect, but they will protect kids from some of the most violent games. (For an explanation of the ratings, visit www.ESRB.com). Supplement the ratings by talking to other parents and reading reviews from organizations that respect the values you are trying to instill in your children. If you have doubts about whether a game is suitable for your child, rent before you buy. Teach healthy conflict resolution. From a young age, help your child express feelings and develop empathy for the feelings of others. Actively encourage your kids to resolve disagreements through creative compromise. Teach them how to release anger and frustration without violence. If your child is having trouble resolving conflicts peaceably in real life, restrict access to video games. Enforce time limits. Research suggests that the aggressive spillover from video games is less serious when kids have the self-discipline to step away from the game. Help your child develop that kind of self-control by establishing time limits for video games. If necessary, enforce the rules with parental controls. (A detailed step-by-step guide to controls for all gaming systems can be found in the ESRB booklet, available at http:// tinyurl.com/5rwhuy). Finally, it’s important to remember that the powerful teaching capabilities of video games can be enlisted to promote cooperation and goodwill instead of aggression and mayhem. As an example, the award-winning Journey explores the human longing for companionship and provides a great game experience with arresting graphics and Grammy-winning music. If parents can encourage video game companies to develop more games like that, everyone in the family will be happy! v Carolyn Jabs, M.A., raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has been writing Growing Up Online for ten years and is working on a book about constructive responses to conflict. Visit www.growing-up-online.com to read other columns.
Then express your own concerns, being as specific as possible about why a particular game worries you. Does the game endorse gang culture or criminal behavior? Promote use of drugs and alcohol? Include language that is coarse or obscene? Encourage disre
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am one of about three dozen people in the world who have had no interest in hopping aboard the Justin Bieber bandwagon. I am 40, and my children are 5 and 4; my kids are too young to know who he is, and I am too old to care. There has never been a bout of Bieber Fever in our house. Having said that, I am not living under a rock; I know enough about the young man to know of his unbelievable stronghold on the teen, tween, pre-teen, post-teen and everything-in-between population, particularly the ladies. So when I saw recently that he had begun endorsing a prepaid debit card with his likeness on it, I wondered what wheels that would set in motion in teenagers’ minds, teens who have plastered their walls with every Bieber poster and photo ever published, and now might be pining to have him in their purses, too. Are prepaid debit cards a good idea? Are they a safe way to teach teens about responsible spending? After some careful research, here’s what I suggest.
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Look for extra features. Many prepaid cards allow you to do more than just use them like a credit card. Several allow you to withdraw cash from an ATM. And some let you pay bills online, authorizing payment to creditors, to whom your card company issues either a paper or electronic check. It’s even possible to set up recurring payments for monthly bills. Use it, cautiously, as a tool for teens. The card Bieber is endorsing is through BillMyParents. com, a website that offers prepaid, reloadable debit cards that track teen spending and allow parents to control it. Every time the card is used, for instance, parents get a text message showing how much money was spent and where. Parents can even instantly lock the card or load emergency funds onto it. If you want to give your teenager a bit more financial freedom, but avoid a potential spree-related credit disaster, a prepaid card might be the way to go.
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Decide what’s more important: Avoiding banks or building credit. Today’s prepaid cards are pretty sophisticated. Many have account and routing numbers, so you can have your paycheck directly deposited onto your prepaid card (for a fee). And because they’re attached to a major card network – VISA, MasterCard, American Express – they allow you to do things that typically require a credit card, like renting a car. The downside to avoiding credit cards and bank accounts is that you don’t put yourself in a position to build healthy credit and increase your credit score. So if you have poor credit, using a prepaid debit card will be easier than getting approved for a traditional credit card. But in order to break the cycle of poor or no credit, you’ll need to think about building good credit through a financial institution or credit card eventually. v
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May brings another “Iron Man” movie, another “Star Trek” movie, another “Fast & Furious” movie, and a brand NEW animated adventure starring a brave female. Love those. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters this month.
Iron Man 3
Not yet rated; likely PG-13. In theaters May 3 (2D, 3D). Ok for kids 13+. marvel.com/ironman3. This third installment of the “Iron Man” franchise pits brash-but-brilliant industrialist Tony Stark/Iron Man (Robert Downey, Jr.) against an enemy whose reach knows no bounds. When Stark finds his personal world destroyed at his enemy’s hands, he embarks on a harrowing quest to find those responsible. With his back against the wall, Stark is left to survive by his own devices, relying on his ingenuity and instincts to protect those closest to him. I love all the “Iron Man” movies, but especially this one, because Tony Stark and Pepper Potts are a couple now. That makes this a great date movie for parents, as well as a good movie for kids 13 and older. Check out the awesome trailer at http:// www.reellifewithjane.com/2013/03/iron-man-3now-thats-a-trailer/.
The classic F. Scott Fitzgerald novel gets a modern makeover with the distinctive visual stylings of Aussie director Baz Luhrmann (“Australia,” “Moulin Rouge”). The story follows would-be writer Nick Carraway (Tobey Maguire) as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922. It’s an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and skyrocketing stocks. Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby (Leonardo DiCaprio), and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy (Carey Mulligan) and her philandering husband, Tom Buchanan (Joel Edgerton). It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves and deceits.
Fast & Furious 6
Not yet rated; likely PG-13. In theaters May 24. Ok for kids 14+. www.thefastandthefurious.com.
Since Dom (Vin Diesel) and Brian’s (Paul Walker) Rio heist toppled a kingpin’s empire and left their crew with $100 million, our heroes have scattered across the globe. But their inability to return home, as well as living forever on the lam, is less than desirable. Meanwhile, Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson) has been tracking an organization of skilled mercenary drivers across 12 countries, whose mastermind (Luke Evans) is aided by a ruthless second-in-command revealed to be the love Dom thought was dead, Letty (Michelle Rodriguez). The only way to stop the criminal outfit is to outmatch them at street level, so Hobbs asks Dom to assemble his elite team in London. Payment? Full pardons for all of them. Jason Statham, Jordana Brewster and Tyrese Gibson also star in this Justin Lin-directed action thriller. Look, I love the “Fast & Furious” franchise, because everyone is handsome/beautiful to look at, and that includes all the cool cars.
Star Trek Into Darkness
Not yet rated; likely PG-13. In theaters May 17 (2D, 3D, IMAX). Ok for kids 13+. www.startrekmovie.com.
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Not yet rated; likely PG-13. In theaters May 10 (2D, 3D). Ok for kids 14+. thegreatgatsby.warnerbros.com.
Yay! Another “Star Trek” movie! Directed by J.J. Abrams, this movie follows the crew of the Enterprise as they’re called back home. An unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization has detonated the fleet and everything it stands for, leaving our world in a state of crisis. With a personal score to settle, Captain Kirk (Chris Pine) leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one-man weapon of mass destruction (Benedict Cumberbatch). Karl Urban, Alice Eve, Zoe Saldana, Simon Pegg, Zachary Quinto, John Cho, Anton Yelchin and Bruce Greenwood also star.
Not yet rated; likely PG. In theaters May 24 (2D, 3D). Ok for kids 7+. www.epicthemovie.com.
This animated movie from the creators of “Ice Age” and “Rio” follows a teenage girl who finds herself transported to a deep forest where a battle between good and evil is taking place. She bands together with a rag-tag group of characters to save their world -- and ours. Directed by Chris Wedge, this film features an all-star voice cast, including Beyoncé Knowles, Colin Farrell, Josh Hutcherson, Christoph Waltz and Amanda Seyfried.
Jane Boursaw is a syndicated family entertainment writer specializing in movies, TV and celebrities. Visit her at http://www.reellifewithjane.com or email jboursaw@charter.net.
Jane’s Reel Rating System 1 Reel - Even the Force can’t save it. 2 Reels - Coulda’ been a contender. 3 Reels - Something to talk about. 4 Reels - You want the truth? Greatflick! 5 Reels- Wow! The stuff dreams are made of.
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Slow Down and Connect With Your Kids By Cindy Hudson
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ave you ever wished you could slow down and enjoy more relaxed time with your family? When you’re raising children that may seem impossible to achieve. Frazzled parents often ferry their kids to after school sports and lessons, help with homework, eat dinner on the fly and collapse into bed exhausted at the end of the day. Yet there is a way to stop the merry-go-round from spinning so quickly that you get dizzy from the ride. It’s called Slow Family Living, and Bernadette Noll is its champion. Noll, Founder of SlowFamilyLiving.com, and author of the book “Slow Family Living”, helps readers find simple suggestions to enrich family life. “In our modern day society we tend to give family time the last available time slot,” says Noll. “I really think families can find great joy and connection in each other, great strength, too, and I think the way to find that is to give family time priority and make sure that it holds a rightful place in our schedules.”
Here comes the busy, say yes or no? You know how busyness creeps in. The head of the PTA calls to say she needs help planning an upcoming school auction, and you’re the perfect person to head up the effort. Or your daughter’s Girl Scout leader says the troop won’t get to sell cookies unless a parent organizes the sales, and she hopes you’ll take on the job. Requests may come in from schools, churches, scout troops, sports teams, and more. Yet Noll doesn’t recommend saying no to everything someone asks you to do, rather she suggests you have a plan for what you want your family life to look like. Sometimes new activities fit into that plan, and sometimes they don’t. Knowing what’s important to you makes it easier to decide if you can add an activity without speeding up the merry-go-round.
BLITZ! In addition to cutting back on outside activities, Noll says you can also simplify daily home life. One example she particularly likes is something she calls the family blitz. “The house gets messy as any parent
well knows,” she says. “Rather than me feeling cranky, we can call BLITZ! Set the timer for 15, 20 minutes and it’s all hands on deck for a quick tidy.”
Spend Nothing Day Another idea she suggests is for families to schedule a “Spend Nothing Day” to shed light on how easy it can be to spend money, particularly on little things like a bottle of water or a cup of coffee. At the end of the day each family member can say whether they found it easy or hard to buy nothing, and what may have tempted them the most. They can also total up everything they didn’t spend and decide if they want to save it, donate it, or buy something the whole family will enjoy. Noll says this works well to bring families together over a shared goal.
You only get an inch Noll believes this kind of thoughtful approach to family life can pay off down the road. She uses the metaphor of a 12” ruler to show that we have a scant inch of time with our children at home compared to more than 11” of the time they spend on their own. She asks parents, “What kind of connection do you want with these people with whom you will be adults for 40, 50 years?”
Trust yourself! Noll also realizes that what works in one family may not work in another. That’s why she says the goal with her book is that “people use it not as a prescription, but as a book of recipes which they can use, mix up a bit, and add in the ingredients in their own families and homes.” She says there’s a lot of pressure on parents to “sign up, jump on, and enlist NOW,” if we don’t want our children to be left behind. The last thing she wants to do is add more guilt over “doing it wrong” into the equation. Instead, she encourages parents to “trust that you know best what your family needs and wants. And how you feel can be the supreme guide.” v Cindy Hudson writes about reading, family literacy and books for kids and their parents at Mother Daughter Book Club.com. She lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband and two daughters.
Enter to Win this Slow Family Living book! Visit www.wilmingtonparent.com to enter the contest to win a free copy of “Slow Family Living: 75 Simple Ways to Slow Down, Connect, and Create More Joy” by Bernadette Noll. Comment on the Slow Down Family Life contest article during the month of May for a chance to win!
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1 Wednesday (May Day) Fragments of War Daily (through 05/31). Enjoy a collection that explores the local experiences of the Civil War. $7/Adults. $6/ Seniors/College Students/Military. $4/Ages 3-17. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for details. 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. Poplar Grover Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm (through 11/27). Poplar Grove Plantation. Features fresh local fruits, veggies, dairy, meats, baked goods, cut flowers and more. Free admission. Visit http://poplargrove.com for more events. Lap Sit Story Time 9am. Myrtle Grove Library. Designed for babies up to 18 months. Features stories, songs, rhymes and activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6393 for details. Lap Sit Story Time 9am. Northeast Library. Designed for babies up to 18 months. Features stories, songs, rhymes and activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6371 for more information. Toddler Story Time 10am. Myrtle Grove Library. Children 18 - 36 months
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are invited to story time. Enjoy stories, songs, and preliteracy activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6393 for further details. Toddler Story Time 10am. Northeast Library. Children 18 - 35 months are invited to story time. Enjoy stories, songs, and pre-literacy activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6371 for more information. Baby Musik 10am. Learning Express Toys, Oleander. Gentle music and movement class provided by Kindermusik educator, Catherine Szuch. Babies from birth to age 1 (with parent or caregiver). Free. Call 509-0153 for reservations. Ivey Hayes: A Retrospective 10am – 5pm. (through 05/17). Bellamy Mansion. Unique exhibit of 21 original pieces from artist specializing in acrylic and watercolor. $10/Guided Tour. $5/ Self Tour. Visit www. bellamymansion.org for details. Hampstead Toddler Story Time 10:15am Wednesdays. Hampstead Library, 75 Library Dr. Call 270-4603 for details. Preschool Story Time 10:30am. Northeast Library. Ages 3-5 come for stories, songs, and activities. No registration required. Groups welcomed. Call 798-6371 with questions. Nutrition and Weaning 10:30am. Wrightsville United Methodist Church, 4 Live Oak Drive. Join La Leche League for helpful infor-
mation. Moms and babies welcome. Call 256-4471 for details. Preschool Story Time 10:30am. Myrtle Grove Library. Ages 3-5 come for stories, finger play, and songs. No registration required. Groups welcomed. Call 798-6391 with questions. Hampstead Preschool Story Time 11am Wednesdays. Hampstead Library, 75 Library Dr. Call 270-4603 for details. Discover Science 3:30pm Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Explore and learn about the scientific process through critical thinking. Call 254-3534 or visit www.playwilmington. org to pre-register. Rap Club 3:30 – 4:30pm Wednesdays. Myrtle Grove Library. Choose the beat. Write the lyrics. Record the song. Work as a group to compose an original hip hop song about the library. Ages 6-12. Free. Call 798-6391 to register.
2 Thursday Lapsit Story Time 9:30am. Northeast Library. Babies 3 - 18 months enjoy fun stories and songs. No registration required. Call 798-6373 for more information. StoryCOOKS 10am Thursdays. Children’s Museum. Cooking club for
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preschoolers. Read a story and create a dish inspired by the book. Call 254-3534 to pre-register. Toddler Story Time 10am. Northeast Library. Children ages 18 – 36 months join others for stories, songs and other fun activities. No registration required. Call 798-6373 for details. Preschool Story Time 10:30am. Northeast Library. Ages 3 to 5 years are invited to enjoy a different weekly theme. Includes stories, songs, and activities. No pre-registration. Call 798-6373 with questions. Spanish/English Story Time 10:30am. Main Library. All ages welcome. No reservations required. Burgaw Story Time 11am Thursdays. Burgaw Library, 103 S. Cowan St. Call 259-1234 for details. Pawsitive Reading 3 – 4pm. Northeast Library. Independent readers ages 5-11 practice reading to one of the Canines for Literacy teams trained by Carolina Canines. Call 798-6373 for 15 minute appointment. stART with a Story 3:30pm Thursdays. Children’s Museum. Create a masterpiece that reinforces a fun book. Call 254-3534 or visit www.playwilmington.org with questions. Zoom with Fetch 4 – 5pm Thursdays. Burgaw Library, 103 S. Cowan St. Call 259-1234 for details. Shop Hop 5 – 9pm. Downtown Shops. Nine boutiques in historic downtown offer fashion forward ladies deals and first dibs on new styles. Call 763-7349 or visit Shopdowntownwilmington on Facebook for boutique listings. Jazz at the Mansion 6:30 – 8pm. Bellamy Mansion. First in the series of live jazz on the lawns. Visit www.bellamymansion.org for details. Nitty Gritty Dirt Band 7pm. Greenfield Lake Amphitheater. Influential country and American roots rockers. $30 - $50. Purchase tickets www.hukaentertainment.com. Masters of Motown 8pm. Thalian Hall. Enjoy hit after hit from Motown groups’ songs of the 60’s. $35/$28/$18. Call 632-2285 or visit www.thalianhall.org for tickets.
3 Friday Ivey Hayes Retrospective Exhibit Daily (through 05/10). Bellamy Mansion. Special exhibit. Call 251-3700 for details. Toddler Time 10am Fridays. Children’s Museum. Projects and activities for ages 4 and under (and their special grownups to work on together). Call 254-3534 or visit www.playwilmington. org for more information.
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Family Yoga Story Time 10:30am Fridays. NHC Main Library. Parents and children 6 months and older have fun listening to stories while learning basic yoga postures. Bring mat or beach towel. Call 798-6353 with questions. American Legion Fish Fry 11am – 7pm. American Legion Post 129. $8/plate includes whiting or catfish fillet, hush puppies, slaw, potato salad, tea or coffee. Call 458-4253 for more information. Adventures in Art 3:30pm Fridays. Children’s Museum. Experience different forms of art each week. Ages 5-8. Space is limited. Call 254-3534 to pre-register and visit www.playwilmington. org for weekly projects. The Art of Woodturning 3:30pm. Children’s Museum. Live demonstrations of shaping wood into familiar objects. Free to members or with admission. Ages 8+. Call 254-3534 x106 to reserve a spot. Port City Ping Pong Throwdown 4pm - midnight. Brooklyn Arts Center. Features 8 tables, cool tunes, cash prizes. Open to all. $5 - $10. Email heather@brooklynartsnc.com to register. Rainbow Loom - Beginners 4 – 5pm Fridays. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff & Oleander locations. Teachers provided to help beginning loomers learn basic chain or triple single bracelet. Ages 7+. (Bring loom and bandz.) Must call 509-0153 or 313-3100 for reservations. Rainbow Loom - Intermediate 5 - 6pm Fridays. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff & Oleander locations. Teachers provided to help experienced loomers create more complex designs. Ages 8+. (Bring loom, bandz, and creations to trade.) Must call 509-0153 or 313-3100 for reservations. Music on the Town 6pm. Mayfaire Town Center. Kick off the 2013 season with classic and modern rock band Uncle Hairy. Bring chairs, blankets and coolers. Free. Visit www.mayfairetown.com for summer schedule. Blue Jean Ball, Bling at the Beach 6pm. Wilmington Convention Center. Dinner – dance fundraiser emceed by Frances Weller music by The Imitations and silent auction. $65. Contact 686-9507 for information. Airlie Summer Concert Series 6 – 8pm. Airlie Gardens. Kick off the season with L Shape Lot. $8/adults. $2/children. Free/Airlie members. Free parking and shuttles from Old Cinema 6 (5335 Oleander). Call 798-7700 or visit http://airliegardens.org for schedule. Barnes & Noble Story Time 7pm Fridays. Barnes & Noble. Enjoy weekly story time in the Children’s section. Call 509-1880 for details. Hammerheads vs Richmond Kickers 7:30pm. Legion Stadium. Don’t miss a fun family sports night. $12/Adults. $10/Seniors. $8/Children. Visit www. wilmingtonhammerheads.com or call 777-2111 for tickets. Fiddler on the Roof 7:30pm (through 05/05). St. Andrews Covenant
Presbyterian Church, 1416 Market St. Enjoy a musical about family, faith, and tradition. Free (ticket required). Visit www.musiconmarket.org for details. Masters of Motown 8pm. Thalian Hall. See 05/02.
4 Saturday Katie B. Hines Senior Center Pancake Breakfast 7:30 – 11am. Senior Center, 308 Cape Fear Blvd. $6 includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice and coffee. Call 458-6609 for details. Flapjack Fundraiser 8 - 10am. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill. Benefits the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary #10 to assist veterans and their families. $7. Call 791-6184 with questions. River to Sea Bike Ride 8 – 11am. Downtown to Wrightsville Beach Park. Join the 24th annual bike ride. Visit www.townofwrightsvillebeach. com for more information. Riverfront Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm Saturdays (through 12/21). North Water Street. Features local farmers, produce, arts and crafts, music, and more. Call 538-6223 with questions. Pier to Pier Crab Crawl 5K Run and Fun Walk 9am. Salisbury St., Wrightsville Beach. Proceeds benefit projects of Wrightsville Beach. Visit http://its-go-time.com to register. Email michelle@its-go-time.com for information. Safari Hunt 9am. Bridge Tender Marina, Wrightsville Beach. Divers hit the water at the Liberty Shipwreck to search for hidden tokens (max 3 tokens per diver). Followed by hot dog lunch. Prizes given if token number is drawn. $20 (reserve spot by 05/01). $25 (after 05/01). Visit www.aquaticsafaris. com or call 392-4386 for reservations. Marine Explorers: Marvelous Marine Mamas 9am – 12pm. UNCW Center for Marine Science. Meet amazing Marine Mamas with exceptional maternal tricks up their sleeves, honoring Mother’s Day in a salty way. Ages 5-8. Small cost to include supplies. Call 962-2640 or visit www.uncw.edu/marinequest to register. UNCW Engineering Expectations “Rubber Baby Buggy Bumpers” 9am – 12pm. UNCW Social & Behavioral Sciences Bldg. Use engineering skills to design and build a mobile egg protection contraption and enter the R3B derby! Ages 7-9. Small cost to include supplies. Visit www.uncw.edu/youth/ programs/engineeringrobotics.html or call 962-2118 to register. Pender County Spring Fest 9am – 4pm. Pender County Courthouse Square. Home grown, handmade, festival featuring vendors, live music, arts, games and more. Call 259-4844 for more information. The Art of Woodturning 10am – 12pm. Children’s Museum. Live demonstrations of shaping wood into familiar objects. Free to members or with admission. Call 254-3534 x106 to reserve a spot. LakeFest 10am – 2pm. Greenfield Lake. Annual event featuring interactive activities for the whole family featuring nature Wilmington Parent | May 2013 | 13
tours, arts & crafts, presentations, games and more. Call 762-5606 for details.
Poor Piggy’s, live music, contest and more. Visit www.jlwnc.org for tickets.
Battleship Blast 10am – 4pm. Battleship Park. Join the fun for a day of Dock Diving, vendors, food, contests, demonstrations, music and fun. $5/Family (suggested donation). Doggie Contest $5/Entry Fee. Visit www.battleshipsplash.com for schedule.
Beauty and the Beast 7 – 8:30pm. Thalian Hall. City Ballet of Wilmington presents an original ballet of the original fairy tale. $25. Visit www. thalianhall.com for tickets.
Bluegrass by the River 11:30am. Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area. 2nd annual event features bluegrass music, KidZone, clogging, workshops, open jam and more. (Please no coolers or pets.) $15. Children 12 and under free. Call 458-8434 for more information.
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Screen Gems Studios Tour 12pm & 2pm Saturdays. Screen Gems Studios, 1223 N 23rd St. Learn how filming is done and view sets from previous productions. One hour walking tour. Arrive 15 minutes prior to tour time. $12/ Adults. $5/Ages 5-12. For details, call 343-3433 or visit www.screengemstudios.com. Learning Center 1 – 4pm Saturdays. Cape Fear Museum. Free to Members or with General Admission. Parental participation required. Visit www.capefearmuseum. com for registration information. Marine Adventures: Marvelous Marine Mamas 1:30 – 4:30pm. UNCW Center for Marine Science. Meet amazing Marine Mamas with exceptional maternal tricks up their sleeves, honoring Mother’s Day in a salty way. Ages 9-12. Small cost to include supplies. Call 962-2640 or visit www.uncw. edu/marinequest to register. UNCW Engineering Expectations “Rubber Baby Buggy Bumpers” 1:30 –4:30pm. UNCW Social & Behavioral Sciences Bldg. Use engineering skills to design and build a mobile egg protection contraption and enter the R3B derby! Ages 10-12. Small cost to include supplies. Visit www.uncw.edu/youth/programs/engineeringrobotics.html or call 962-2118 to register.
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Etch and Press Cards for Mother’s Day 3 – 4pm. Learning Express, Military Cutoff and Oleander. Ages 4-44. Call 509-0153 or 313-3100 for reservations.
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NC Symphony 8pm. Kenan Auditorium. Call 962-3500 for tickets. Movies in the Park 8 – 11pm. Leland Municipal Park. Enjoy summertime movies. Free. Call 371-0148 for movie schedule.
5 Sunday (Cinco de Mayo) 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. Holland Hustle 5K 2pm. Carolina Beach Elementary School. In memory of two special teachers, Vickie Holland and Paula Holland. Proceeds benefit CB Elementary and the PE Dept. $30/5K. $15/Fun Run. Register at http:// its-go-time.com/ holland-hustle-may-5. Cinco de Mayo Lunch Cruise 2 – 4pm. 212 S. Water St. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo. $33. Call 338-3134 for reservations. Beauty and the Beast 3 - 4:30pm. Thalian Hall. See 05/04. Summer Music Series 4 - 8pm. Bluewater Grill. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with local 80’s band The M-80’s. Call 256-8500 for more information.
6 Monday (National Teacher’s Day)
Game Time 4pm Saturdays. Children’s Museum. Explore and discover a new games, team building skills, and fun. Free with admission or membership. Visit www.playwilmington.org for weekly details.
Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market 8am – 1pm Mondays (through Labor Day). Seawater Lane, Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a place to purchase locally grown produce and crafts. Contact 256-7925 or parksandrecreation@towb.org.
Mint Julep Jubilee 4 – 9pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. Live race coverage, raffle, food provided by
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with admission. Visit www.playwilmington.org or call 2543534 to pre-register. Spanish for Tots 10am. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Accents on Fun and The Children’s Museum offer free sample classes teaching language through music, vocabulary, visuals, games and more. Ages 6 months – 5 years. Call 509-0153 for reservations. Music with Mr. Mark 10am. Tmuffin, 3534 S. College Rd Unit I. Full day admission to playspace (including music). $9. Contact gaby@ tmuffin.com for details. Railroad Story Time 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. Go Green Engineer Team 3:30pm Mondays. Children’s Museum. Hands-on challenges that focus on the engineering design process using simple materials. Ages 5-9. Visit www.playwilmington.org or call 254-3534 to pre-register.
7 Tuesday Here and Now: A Decade of Contemporary Acquisitions Daily Museum Hours (through 07/21). Explore works of art by Bearden, Bernal, Carter, Francis and more. $8/NonMembers. $5/Students/Military/Seniors. $3/Ages 2-12. Visit http://cameronartmuseum.com for more information.
American Girl Night 7pm. Barnes & Noble. Discuss American Girl books, enjoy a craft activity and have fun. Free. Contact 509-1880 for more information. Hometown Opry 7 – 10pm. Leland Town Hall Classroom Annex. Enjoy a bluegrass/country/gospel/folk jam session. Musicians of all levels of experience welcomed. Spectators welcomed too. Free. Contact 332-4818 for more information.
9 Thursday Women in Achievement Awards 5pm. Wilmington Convention Center. YWCA & Lower Cape Fear celebrates accomplishments of women and provides scholarships to young ladies. $60. Call 799-6820 for details.
10 Friday
Il Divo 7:30pm. Durham Performing Arts Center. Enjoy the world’s foremost classical crossover quartet brings their Best of Il Divo tour to DPAC. $113.75. Visit www.dpacnc.com for tickets.
Common Threads 10am – 12pm. Leland Town Hall Classroom Annex. Come meet all levels of knitting, crocheting, and sewing expertise. Bring a project to work on and enjoy the company. Free. Contact 332-4823 for more information.
8 Wednesday (VE Day/WWII)
Port City Pop Con 5pm. Wilmington Convention Center. Features celebrity movie and television guests, comics, gamers, and vendors. $20 - $45. Purchase tickets at http://portcitypopcon.whindo.com.
Bird Hike 8am. Airlie Gardens. Hike with Environmental Educators. Contact 798-7700 with questions. Poplar Grover Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. See 05/01. Baby Dance Boogie 10 – 10:30am. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Danielle Tisdale (Dance With Me Director) provides free interactive class with props. Introducing Jazz, Letters, Numbers, Body Parts, Animals, Hip-Hop, Ballet & more! Ages 1-3 (with parent or caregiver). Call 509-0153 for required reservations.
Carolina Strawberry Festival 5 – 9pm. Wallace, NC. Enjoy live entertainment, strawberry cook-off, jams, rides, pageant and more. Call 285-4044 for event schedule. Music on the Town 6pm. Mayfaire Town Center. The Other Guys and a Gal – Acoustic Rock. See 05/03. Robert Randolph & the Family Band 7pm. Greenfield Lake Amphitheater. $25 - $30. Purchase tickets at www.etix.com/ticket/online, Gravity Records or Momentum Surf & Skate.
Leland’s Little Learners 9 – 10am Tuesdays. Town of Leland. Enjoy story time, arts & crafts, and playground time. Free. Ages 3-5 (parents/ guardians remain with children). Contact 332-4823 to pre-register. Happy Little Singers 9:30am Tuesdays. Community Arts Center, 2nd & Orange Streets. Early childhood music and movement class designed for ages 6 months to 6 years (and their parents). $10/family. $5/add’l child. Drop-ins welcome. For more information, visit www.happylittlesingers.com. Barnes & Noble Story Time 10am Tuesdays. Barnes & Noble. Enjoy weekly story time in the Children’s section. Call 509-1880 for details. Brilliant Sky Story Time 10:30am Tuesdays. Mayfaire Town Center. Includes games and crafts. Visit www.brilliantskytoys.com or contact 509-3353 for details. Kids Cooking Club 3:30 - 4:30pm Tuesdays. Children’s Museum. Harris Teeter sponsors fun time of learning new skills and seasonal recipes. Visit www.playwilmington.org or call 254-3534 to pre-register. Family Reading Night 4:30pm. Carolina Beach Branch. “Shadow Puppetry.” Call 798-6385 for details. Family Night 5:30 – 7pm. Chick-fil-A Mayfaire. Cow Comic Book Super Hero Night.
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Hammerheads vs. Rochester Rhinos 7:30pm. Legion Stadium. Don’t miss a fun family sports night. $12/Adults. $10/Seniors. $8/Children. Visit www.wilmingtonhammerheads.com or call 777-2111 for tickets.
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National Migratory Bird Day All Day. Carolina Beach State Park. Enjoy hikes, presentations, craft activities and more. All ages welcome. Contact 458-8206 for more information. Port City Pop Con All Day. Wilmington Convention Center. See 05/10. Teacher Trot 8am. Ashley High School. Inaugural NHC Schools event to encourage wellness in students, staff and community. Proceeds provide funding for school wellness initiatives. Register at http://its-go-time.com/dolphin-kids-dashmay-11. Riverfront Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm. North Water Street. See 05/04. Carolina Beach Farmers Market & Art Show 8am – 1pm Saturdays (through 09/28). Carolina Beach Lake. Vendors sell locally produced fruits and vegetables, plants, baked goods, dairy, meats, crafts, and more. Live entertainment. Free parking at Lake and Lake Park Blvd. Call 458-7822 or visit www.facebook.com/ CarolinaBeachFarmersMarket for updates.
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1st Annual Det. Kyle Jones Memorial Tournament 8:30am. Magnolia Greens Golf Course, Leland. Bring the family for bounce house, dance performances, games, crafts and more. Golf Participants $80/person. Free admission for activities (donations accepted). Register at capefearfamilyday.com/events or call 524-6252 for details. Dolphin Kids Dash 9am. Topsail Island. A kids-only running event hosted by North Topsail Elementary. Register at http://its-go-time. com/dolphin-kids-dash-may-11. Family Farm Day 9am – 12pm. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. A day to give kids a chance to have personal encounters with some favorite barnyard animals: chickens, bunnies and more. Free with admission or membership. Visit www.playwilmington.org for event details. Advantages of Breastfeeding 10am. T-Muffin, 3534 S. College Rd, Unit 1 (Food Lion/ Lifepoint Shopping Center). Join La Leche League for information. Moms and babies welcome. Call 367-5722 for details. Giant Paper Flowers 10 – 11am & 3 – 4pm. Learning Express, Military Cutoff and Oleander. Create giant paper flowers for mom. Ages 4-44. Call 509-0153 or 313-3100 for reservations. Victorian Tea and Doll Exhibit 10:30am & 1pm. Latimer House. Features vintage dolls and speaker. 1st seating for mothers and daughters ages 6+. 2nd Seating for mothers and daughters ages 10+. $25 by 05/08. Call 762-0492 or visit www.hslcf.org for reservations.
Carolina Strawberry Festival 11am - 8pm. Wallace, NC. See 05/10. Confederate Memorial Day Service 4pm. Fort Fisher. Annual memorial service sponsored by UCD Fort Fisher Chapter 2325 to honor the sacrifice made by Confederate defenders. Free. Call 458-5538 for details.
12 Sunday (Mother’s Day) Summer Music Series 4pm. Bluewater Grill. Enjoy the funk and soul of Manny Lloyd. Visit www.bluewaterdining.com for summer music schedule. Laughter & Reflection with Carol Burnett 7pm. Durham Performing Arts Center. Spend Mother’s Day with a comic legend. $97.75. Visit www.dpacnc.com for tickets.
13 Monday Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market 8am – 1pm. Seawater Lane, Wrightsville Beach. See 05/06. Kayak Eco-Tour 11am – 1:30pm. Trails End Park Boat Launch. Enjoy kayaking and focus on the flora, fauna, and ecosystem of riverine and salt marsh habitats. $25 - $50. Call 798-7707 to register. An Elegant Mother’s Day Tea 2 – 4pm. Bellamy Mansion. Formal tea to celebrate moms. $35. Call tea hotline at 232-0127 to reserve spots. Family Reading Night 5:30pm. NHC Main Library. “Shadow Puppetry.” Call 798-6353 for details.
14 Tuesday Sister Act 7:30pm (through 05/19). Durham Performing Arts Center. Don’t miss Broadway’s feel-amazing musical comedy smash. $63.50. Visit www.dpacnc.com for tickets.
15 Wednesday Poplar Grover Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. See 05/01. Baby Dance Boogie 10 – 10:30am. Learning Express Toys, Oleander. See 05/08. Call 313-3100 for reservations.
16 Thursday Pump Boys & Dinettes 8 – 10pm (through 05/26). Thalian Hall. Received Best Musical when it opened on Broadway. Set on rural Hwy 57 in NC, the story follows 4 hard-working fellas at a rest stop. $25. Visit www.thalianhall.com for tickets.
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17 Friday 41st Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular All Day. Nags Head, NC. Meet at Jockey’s Ridge State Park for this annual tradition. Free viewing for public. Visit www.hangglidingspectacular.com for details. Greek Festival 11am – 10pm. St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. Enjoy food, music, dancing demonstrations, and a marketplace. $3 admission (12 and under free). Proceeds benefit Church and Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard. Contact 392-4444 or info@ stnicholasgreekfest.com event schedule. Music on the Town 6pm. Mayfaire Town Center. The School Boys – Classic Rock. See 05/03. Airlie Summer Concert Series 6 – 8pm. Airlie Gardens. Bibis Ellison. See 05/03. Girl Scouts: The Science of a Sleepover 6pm – 8am. Children’s Museum. Experience an evening full of chemical reactions by making slime, writing secret messages and making balloons blow up. Includes fun patch, dinner, breakfast and admission.
18 Saturday (Armed Forces Day) 20th Annual Seaside Soccer Classic All Day. Various NHC Fields. Tournament open to Boys (U9-U18) and Girls (to U16) Club Teams. Watch excellent soccer in friendly environment. Call 332-8755 with questions. Kona Waterman’s Classic All Day. Wrightsville Beach Access 6. Longboard classic, stand-up paddleboard Ocean Race, and awards ceremony complete with raffles and music. Proceeds benefit scholarships and outreach programs. Visit http://wblasurf.org for event details. 41st Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular All Day. Nags Head, NC. See 05/17. ABRO Yard Sale 7am. Lansdowne Subdivision. Proceeds benefit American-Belarussian Relief Organization. Belarussian children come to America for 6 week respite from 1986 Chernobyl radiation. Riverfront Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm. North Water Street. See 05/04. Carolina Beach Farmers Market & Art Show 8am – 1pm. Carolina Beach Lake. See 05/04.
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Summer Walking Tour 10am – 12pm. Oakdale Cemetery. Be enlightened with historical stories that remain unsolved. $10/Non-Members. Free/Members. Visit www.oakdalecemetery.org for information. LEGO Legends of Chima Challenge 10am – 12pm. Learning Express, Military Cutoff and Oleander. Try the Speedorz challenge. Object: drive the Speedorz through the Lion Gate, knock off the Chi globe and catch it before it hits the table. Ages 7-14. Call 509-0153 or 313-3100 for reservations. Carolina Beach Arts Festival 10am – 6pm. Cape Fear Blvd, Carolina Beach. Interactive festival with artist and cooking demonstrations, live music, dueling pianos and more! Call 909-7643 for details. Beginner Skateboard Clinic 10:30am – 12pm. Greenfield Grind Skatepark. Ages 7-12 become familiar with skateboard equipment, safety hazards, learn the “setup” of a skatepark, and establish fundamental skills. $15 includes workshop and 2 day passes for future skatepark visits. Call 362-8222 to register. Tmuffin Grand Opening 11am – 3pm. 3534 S. College Rd, Unit I. Celebrate the grand opening of the new play space, store and parenting center. Admission free all day includes face painting, music and raffles. Email gaby@tmuffin.com for details. Greek Festival 11am – 10pm. St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. See 05/17. Kite Day 1pm. Carolina Beach Library. Make a kite and walk to the beach to fly it. Materials provided. Free. Call 798-6385 to register for event. Design & Damage Control 1 – 5pm. Battleship NC. Explore the Ship and engage experts on ship design. Ages 16+. $55. Call 251-5797 or visit www.battleshipnc.com by 05/16 to reserve a spot. Footprints in the Sand Beach Party 3pm. Blockade Runner Beach Resort. Features hor d’oeuvres, live music and raffles. Proceeds benefit Good Shepherd Center. Call 763-4424 for ticket information. Birth Circle 4pm. Tmuffin, 3534 S. College Rd, Unit I. The Cape Fear Area Doulas host an inviting group where mothers can share their birth stories. All stories, moms, and nursing babies welcome. Email gaby@tmuffin.com for details.
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Duplin Winery’s Murder Mystery Show 5:30 – 9pm. Rose Hill, NC. Piece together the clues in an interactive dinner show. $55. Call (800) 774-9634 for reservations. JDRF Gala 6pm. Wilmington Convention Center. Black tie event featuring Masquerade Ball theme. Visit www.jdrfhopegala. org for details. Hammerheads vs LA Blues 7:30pm. Legion Stadium. Don’t miss a fun family sports night. $12/Adults. $10/Seniors. $8/Children. Visit www.wilmingtonhammerheads.com or call 777-2111 for tickets. Movies in the Park 8 – 11pm. Leland Municipal Park. See 05/04.
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Summer Music Series 4pm. Bluewater Grill. Classic rock and beach music of Overtyme.
20 Monday Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market 8am – 1pm. Seawater Lane, Wrightsville Beach. See 05/06. Railroad Story Time 10:30am. Wilmington Railroad Museum. See 05/06. Family Reading Night 5:30pm. Northeast Library. “Shadow Puppetry.” Call 7986373 for details.
21 Tuesday
Kona Waterman’s Classic All Day. Wrightsville Beach Access 6. See 05/18.
Wilmington Symphony 16th Annual Golf Classic 7:30am. Eagle Point Golf Club. Best Ball, 18-hole caddied competition, breakfast, lunch and awards. $275 - $300. Proceeds benefit Wilmington Symphony Orchestra and youth education. Contact marketing@ wilmingtonsymphony.org to register.
Brunswick Forest Duathlon 8am. Brunswick Forest. Includes 5K Run, 16-Mile Bike Ride, and 2-Mile Run. Proceeds benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. $60 - $85. Register at www.active. com/duathlon/leland-nc.
The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming Difficulties 10am. Grace United Methodist Church, 4th and Grace St. Join La Leche League for information. Moms and babies welcome. Call 763-5197 for details.
Greek Festival 11am – 8pm. St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. See 05/17.
Family Reading Night 5:30pm. Myrtle Grove Library. “Shadow Puppetry.” Call 798-6391 for details.
20th Annual Seaside Soccer Classic All Day. Various NHC Fields. See 05/18.
Boardwalk Blast Family Night 6:30pm. Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Come for family fun including karoke, bounce houses, line dancing, face painting and more. Free. Hometown Opry 7 – 10pm. Leland Town Hall Classroom Annex. See 05/07.
22 Wednesday ACC Baseball Championship Daily (through 05/25). Durham Bulls Athletic Park. The ACC’s top 8 teams compete in round-robin Championship. Visit www.theacc.com for tickets. Poplar Grover Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. See 05/01. Boardwalk Blast Bingo 7pm Wednesdays. Gazebo Stage on Carolina Beach. Family fun under the setting sun. Early bird packs/$5. Regular Bingo pack/ $10. Under age 12 accompanied by an adult. Photo credit: Kelly Brantley
23 Thursday Attack of the Bloodsuckers 9am – 5pm. Cape Fear Museum. Explore the science of what’s biting you in a skin-crawling exhibition. Learn why mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, leeches and other parasites are important ecosystem. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for event information.
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The Family and the Breastfed Baby 6:30pm. Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard, Bldg B, Rm 3. Join La Leche League for information. Dads, moms and babies welcome. Call 200-6324 for details. Giselle 8pm. Durham Performing Arts Center. Carolina Ballet presents a romantic ballet. $46.40. Visit www.dpacnc.com for tickets.
24 Friday Bird Hike 8 – 9:30am. Castle Hayne Park. Learn about many bird species in the Lower Cape Fear. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Free. Call 798-7700 for information. Common Threads 10am – 12pm. Leland Town Hall Classroom Annex. See 05/10. Music on the Town 6pm. Mayfaire Town Center. Eastbound – new country. See 05/03. Fourth Friday Gallery Walk 6 – 9pm. Downtown Galleries & Studios. An after-hours celebration of art and culture through a self-guided tour. Free. Visit www.wilmingtondowntown.com or call 3438997 for map of participants. Fireworks by the Sea & Boardwalk Blast 6:30pm. Carolina Beach. Grab a spot by the gazebo to enjoy live entertainment and fireworks (at 9pm). Free. Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for summer schedule.
25 Saturday Raft-up and Overnight Overnight. Carolina Beach. Contact stacym1@bellsouth. net for event details. MDA Fill-the-Boot Campaign All Day. Carolina Beach Fire Department. Visit www.pleasureislandnc.org for more information. Hunger Games Fan Tours All Day. TC Arts Council, 349 S. Caldwell St, Brevard. Guided tour includes lunch, exploring, camouflage lessons, archery and sling shot lessons. $89. Visit www.hungergamesfantours.com for reservations. Riverfront Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm. North Water Street. See 05/04. Carolina Beach Farmers Market & Art Show 8am – 1pm. Carolina Beach Lake. See 05/04. Orange Street ArtsFest 10am – 6pm. 120 S 2nd Street. Wilmington’s largest downtown arts festival’s 17th season. Free admission. Call 251-1788 for event details. Magical MAY-hem 11am – 12:30pm. Learning Express, Oleander. Presented by No Sleeves Magic (Michael Rosander). Prepare to learn a little magic and laugh a lot! All ages welcome. No reservations necessary. Free. Call 313-3100 for information. Full Moon Cruise 9 – 10pm. 212 S. Water St. Enjoy star gazing and a full moon on a family tour. $10/Person. Call 338-3134 for reservations. www.wilmingtonparent.com
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Hunger Games Fan Tours All Day. TC Arts Council, 349 S. Caldwell St, Brevard. See 05/25.
Poplar Grover Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. See 05/01.
Orange Street ArtsFest 10am – 5pm. 120 S 2nd Street. See 05/25.
Black River Cruise 10am – 2pm. 212 S. Water St. Cruise the Black River in a 4 hour guided tour. Bring a camera. $50/Person (includes lunch). Call 338-3134 for reservations.
Memorial Day Eagle’s Island Cruises 1 – 5pm. 212 S. Water St. 50 minute narrated tours leaving every hour on the hour. $10/Adult. $5/Child. Call 3383134 for reservations. Summer Music Series 4pm. Bluewater Grill. Featuring the “yacht rock” music of Back of the Boat Tour. Free Movies at the Lake 8:45pm Sundays (through 09/01). Carolina Beach Lake Park. “Wreck-It-Ralph.” 2013 Opening Night. Visit www. pleasureislandnc.org for summer movie list.
27 Monday (Memorial Day) Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market 8am – 1pm. Seawater Lane, Wrightsville Beach. See 05/06. Battleship Memorial Day Observance 5:45pm. Battleship NC. Gather with others from across the state for emotional ceremony, preceding and concluding with military musical arrangements. Free. Visit www.battleshipnc.com or call 251-5797 for details.
Preschool Dance Mania 10am. Learning Express Toys, Oleander. Taught by Dance With Me director, Danielle Tisdale. Call 313-3100 for reservations.
30 Thursday Fireworks by the Sea & Boardwalk Blast 6:30pm. Carolina Beach. See 05/24.
31 Friday Grease 6pm. Wrightsville Beach Amphitheater. Performance Club presents fun musical. Visit www.townofwrightsvillebeach. com details.
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| school notes NHC Students Selected for Governor’s School of North Carolina Governor’s School is the oldest statewide summer residential program for academically gifted students in the nation. The five-week program is open to rising seniors who, if chosen, may attend one of two campuses located in Winston-Salem and Raleigh. The camp does not include tests or grades or offer credit for the program, but instead presents a world of exploration for each child attending. Eleven students were chosen from New Hanover County Schools to participate in the 2013 Governor’s School program. Congratulations to each one of you!
Summer Arts Enrichment Camps
Choral:
Abby Bowman (Hoggard)
Instrumental Music:
Joshua Johnson (Ashley)
Joshua Nifong (Laney
Mathematics:
Bonnie Hu (Hoggard)
Natural Science:
Alexandra Wisner (Hoggard)
Juli Shin (Laney)
Madelyn Lammert (Ashley)
Mark Murphy (Ashley)
Sarah Spaulding (Hoggard)
Zaid Khatib (Isaac Bear Early College)
Social Science:
Brooke Hoehn (Isaac Bear Early College)
New Hanover County school system is offering Summer Arts Enrichment Camps in June and July.
1st Annual 5K Teacher Trot
Camps include AIG, Band, Book Making, Photography, Visual Arts, Strings, and Theatre
Don’t miss this 1st Annual event to be held on Saturday, May 11 at 8am at Ashley High School (555 Halyburton Memorial Parkway).
Visit www.nhcs.net/artsed/Summer%20 Arts%20Enrichment.htm to find a specific camp that fits your child’s passions for learning. Don’t forget to register by May 31 to reserve a spot…or two!
Runners and walkers of all levels are welcomed and encouraged to join this fun event to benefit NHCS’ staff wellness and student P.E. programs. Pre-registration is $25/Adults and $15/NHCS students and $30 for adults on race day.
Please call (910) 254-4237 with any questions and don’t let your child miss out on these enriching opportunities!
Please visit www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org for registration, packet pick-up and award details.
School’s Out! New Hanover County: Traditional Schools: 05/27 – Memorial Day Holiday
Pre-K Centers 05/10 – Teacher Work Day 05/27 – Memorial Day Holiday
Year Round Schools: 05/27 – Memorial Day Holiday
Brunswick: Traditional Schools: 05/27 – Memorial Day Holiday
IBEC High School: 05/27 – Memorial Day Holiday WEC High School: 05/27 – Memorial Day Holiday 05/30 – Last Day for Students CFCI Charter School: 05/27 – Memorial Day Holiday
Roger Bacon Academy/ Charter Day School 05/27 – Memorial Day Holiday Brunswick Early College: 05/07 – College Classes End 05/21 – Early Release / Last Day for Students 05/24 - Graduation
Pender: Traditional Schools: 05/08 – Early Release / Staff Development 05/27 – Memorial Day Holiday Penderlea Year Round School: 05/08 – Early Release / Staff Development 05/27 – Memorial Day Holiday Pender Early College: 05/08 – Early Release / Staff Development / CFCC Classes End 05/24 – Last Day for Students
Visit www.nhcs.net, www.co.brunswick.k12.nc.us or www.pendercountyschools.net for more information. If your child’s public school is not listed, please check the county site to confirm there are no “days off” during the month of February.
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www.knoxclinicpediatrics.com www.facebook.com/KnoxPediatrics Providers (From Left To Right) Lenard J. Edralin, MS, MD, FAAP Svetlana A. Adler, MD, FAAP Nicole E. Aristy, MD, FAAP Otis J. Baty, MS, C-PNP, DNP Clinic Administrators Lenard J. Edralin, MS, MD, FAAP L. Michael Edralin, MD Assistant Clinic Administrator Margie Nance Office Hours and Locations Knox Clinic Pediatrics, PLLC (New Hanover County) 2304 Delaney Ave., Wilmington, NC 28403 Phone (910) 763-3349 Fax (910) 251-9428 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Saturday 8am-12pm. Knox Pediatrics of Brunswick, PLLC (Brunswick County) 20 Medical Campus Dr., Suite 207, Supply, NC 28462 Phone (910) 755-5066 Fax (910) 755-5099 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.
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Senior Elite Residential Day CampFor (5-12 Years) More information and to register on-line visit: Elite CampWWW.SEAHAWKSOCCERCAMPS.COM (10-18 Years) June 25-29, 9am-4pm $260 Camp (10-18 Years) Half-day option $140 July 6-July 10, (Residential) $525 July 18-21 ($450 Overnight/$320 Commuter) Elite Academy (10-18 Years)
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Marine Science Adventure Camps 910.256.7873 Ask about our New Full Day "Grom Ocean Academy�
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DISCOVER SUMMER
Art Classes Young Artist’s Series • drawing • painting
The Wilmington Family YMCA & Camp Kirkwood are offering Camps run: June 10-August 23
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The daily activities will include instructions on barn safety, understanding horse behavior and anatomy, games on foot and horseback, swimming, art and crafts that are equestrian related. Campers will become confident as they learn to groom, lead and even help each other to tack up or bathe their horses
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Check out the 40+ half-day weekly enrichment and sports camps . . . June 3 to August 9 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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8 Unique Ways To Say “I Love You, Mom”
By Christina Katz
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here are three words your mom can never hear often enough. And yet, the most common gifts that go with these words—flowers and chocolates—can become a little tedious year after year. So why not surprise mom this time with something she’s not expecting?
with pictures of you and your mom, or just a picture of yourself with a word of appreciation or love in the other side. Like “Love You” or “Thanks, Mom.”
6. Help her soak in bliss. Create some quick homemade bath salts.
Here are eight fun ways to put a smile on mom’s face this Mother’s Day:
Start with mom’s favorite scent (cinnamon? lavender? jasmine?) in a bottle of essential oil: Then wet three parts Epsom salts, two parts baking soda and one part sea salt with the oil. Mix thoroughly and pour into an appropriate-sized jar. Tie on a scoop with a pretty ribbon, and voila, a thoughtful gift mom will love.
1. Make a custom card. Rekindle your old card-creating spirit. Write a
7. Don your thinking cap. Brainstorm ideas mom doesn’t typically splurge
list of all the things your mother has done for you over the years. Then flip through old magazines and tear out any image that reminds you of something on your list. On a blank card or a piece of card stock folded in half, paste the images and write a personal note of thanks inside. This card is sure to be more treasured than one you buy at the store.
2. Stir the memory pot. Create a slideshow to music of your favorite photos of mom. You can either scan your old family photos or take closeup photos of them with your digital camera. If you don’t have photo management software on your computer, check out those that offer slideshow making for a small price tag like Shutterfly.com. Smilebox.com will let you make a slideshow if you sign up for a free trial. Be sure to set your slideshow to mom’s favorite tunes. 3. 2-4-6-8, time to appreciate! Here’s an idea for the short of time and big of heart. Make a list of all of the things you appreciate about your mom. A list of 25 or 50 specific things you love, typed up, printed on nice paper, and framed is sure to warm Mom’s heart today and always.
4. Make mom proud. How about a donation to mom’s favorite charity in her name on Mother’s Day? If mom doesn’t have a favorite charity, how about choosing one that provides support for children like Save the Children (savethechildren.org) or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org) or Ronald MacDonald House Charities (rmhc.org)?
5. Create an heirloom. A locket is a special gift that can be personalized
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on for herself but would enjoy. For example, my mother likes fine art so I could sign her up for an art class through a local community college or purchase tickets for the two of us to attend a local art exhibit. What does your mom like? Make it happen!
8. Just us girls. Short on time and money? How about a coupon for a nice day trip with just you and mom? Slow down and relax together. You’ll be so glad you did. v Christina Katz is a freelance journalist and author who would be thrilled to receive any of these gifts for Mother’s Day. Her latest book is The Writer’s Workout for Writer’s Digest Books.
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Long-Term & Permanent Contraception Options Give Women Greater Flexibility Today many women lead very busy lives pursuing
careers and taking care of their families. In addition to temporary methods of birth control, such as pills and diaphragms, there are several options for long-term and permanent contraception that may work well with a busy lifestyle.
One popular long-term option is intrauterine devices (IUDs), which are small, T-shaped devices placed in the uterus by a healthcare provider. This quick office procedure does not require anesthesia or sedation. Glen Meade Center for Women’s Health offers both
hormonal and non-hormonal IUD options. Mirena® is a progestin-releasing IUD that provides birth control for up to five years; while ParaGard®, a non-hormonal IUD made of copper, is effective for up to 10 years. Some women may experience side effects with IUDs, which usually improve over time. With both types of IUDs, fertility should resume quickly after removal of the device.
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Another long-term contraception option is IMPLANON®, a progestinreleasing implant that is inserted in the inner side of the upper arm during a minor office procedure. The implant is generally not visible, but can be felt under the skin. IMPLANON® provides contraception for up to three years. As with IUDs, irregular bleeding and other side effects may occur, and fertility should quickly return after the implant is removed.
We specialize in all areas of pregnancy including the common case of butterflies. Glen Meade offers complete obstetrics and gynecological care, including the expertise of a board-certified Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialist. So
Because birth control options range from temporary to long-term to permanent, women today enjoy the freedom to choose which method best suits their lifestyle at any point in time.
whether your pregnancy goes as expected, or you have unexpected factors that need to be monitored, Glen Meade delivers.
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Women seeking permanent birth control may wish to consider Essure®, a method that requires no cutting and contains no hormones. During an office procedure, flexible inserts are guided through the vagina, cervix and uterus, and then placed in each fallopian tube. During the first three months after placement, a barrier forms around the inserts. Total blockage is confirmed by a special test given at that time. Essure® is not reversible, so women who choose this option need to be sure they do not want to get pregnant in the future.
By Andrea C. Foiles, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. Dr. Foiles practices general Obstetrics and Gynecology across the spectrum of health care for women, and has a special interest in adolescent and surgical gynecology. She is board certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is accepting new patients. 910.763.9833 Wilmington Parent | May 2013 | 27
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Post-Baby Nutrition By Kimberly Smith Lukhard
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t has been 10 years since I gave birth to my last child. I still remember the complete joy and utter fatigue that comes with becoming a mother for the first time. All of my attention was focused on my beautiful new baby boy. My needs didn’t matter, only his. I quickly learned if I didn’t take care of myself, I couldn’t take care of him. One of the biggest challenges I remember was finding time to cook. If my husband hadn’t been making me grilled cheese sandwiches, I would not have taken time to eat. I was too busy with our baby son.
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Keep up those vitamins! Hind sight is 20/20 and I wish I knew then what I know now. Your body goes through many changes during pregnancy; many women strive to take excellent care of themselves during this time of their life. However once the baby is born some women stop taking their prenatal vitamins. If you stop your vitamins and are not eating a well-balanced diet you may find you do not feel as well as you did when you were taking your prenatal vitamins.
One Cup Meal This is a great time to buy a blender or dust off the one you have and make your own nutritious shake, while your baby enjoys his or her milk meal. To create a nutritious smoothie start with a handful of spinach or chopped kale. These vegetables add calcium and vitamin K to your shake and help support healthy bones. Spinach is also rich in magnesium and potassium, which are equally important to bone health.
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To the spinach or kale, choose from the following: bananas, strawberries, or blueberries. These fruits are rich in potassium (bananas) and vitamin C (strawberries and blueberries). Strawberries and blueberries are rich in antioxidants which help to fight off diseases; these fruits help your skin look great too. Be creative! Add water, or you can add your favorite milk, or yogurt to thicken your smoothie. These foods will add protein as well as calcium. My favorite dairy based smoothie consists of: 1 cup of milk, 1 banana and a scoop of peanut butter. You can add ice cubes to make it nice and cold. Now relax with your baby and enjoy your “meal in a glass”.
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Baby-Proofing by Stages By Danielle Villegas Birth-8 weeks It’s never too early to start preparing for that exploring stage! Get down on your hands and knees, crawl around and see what interests you. Spot the dangers before they can find them on their own! Here are a few more tips for this stage: • Never leave your baby unattended on a bed. Newborns are born with the ability to move and flail their arms and legs. You would be surprised how that movement can change a baby’s position quickly! • Use the safety belt on a changing table. • Remove all blankets and pillows while your baby is on a bed, and stay close! • Babies begin to explore objects by mouth as soon as 1 month old. Check the objects near your baby to make sure they are safe, soft and no smaller than a toilet paper roll in diameter.
3-5 months • Keep breakables up and out of your baby’s ever-extending reach. • Shorten or remove any cords, especially around window blinds. • Block the fireplace and use gates near stairs or other unsafe areas. • Don’t place your baby on any high surface, they move fast at this stage!
Warning! If you haven’t already completely baby-proofed your home, now is the time. Your baby’s instinct will be to poke, hold, and taste anything and everything he comes across. • Remove hanging toys from the crib once your baby can reach them. • Outlet cover time!
8-10 months • Remove bumper pads from crib. They can be used as steps to get out. • Secure heavy furniture (bookcases, TV’s, etc.) to the wall. They can be pulled down! • Cover sharp corners with soft, non-permanent corner covers.
12 months • Keep bathroom doors closed and install toilet locks. • Move plants up and out of baby’s reach • Move everything sharp and potentially hazardous higher than you think is necessary! • Plastic wrap and plastic grocery bags should be moved out of reach. • Safety latches should be placed high on all doors leading to the outside. v
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• Lock all cabinets. Just to be extra safe, don’t trust the locks to keep babies away from cleaning supplies, medications, alcohol, vitamins, and other poisonous substances. Put those up high! • Clear away all magazines and newspapers. Babies will be able to tear pages and it will almost always end up in their mouths. This can be a choking hazard. • Move pet food out of baby’s reach.
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Many experts disagree on the subject of teething and the symptoms that it actually causes. There is no scientific evidence that teething causes fever, diarrhea, congestion, ear pain or a runny nose. So, if your child is experiencing any of these symptoms, it is best to consult your pediatrician to be sure of the cause. Some common symptoms described by parents are:
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1. Swollen, red, and tender gums 2. Excessive drooling 3. Fussiness and discomfort 4. Chewing on fingers and other objects 5. Problems sleeping 6. Biting 7. Refusing food Here are some simple tips to ease the discomfort associated with teething: 1. Give your baby a teething ring to chew on. A teething ring cooled in the refrigerator, not freezer, can help. If you don’t have a teething ring, you can use a cool, damp washcloth. Rubbing the baby’s gums gently with a clean finger can provide relief. 2. Try to keep the baby’s skin dry if drooling is causing redness and irritation. Try applying an ointment like Aquaphor to baby’s skin to soothe and prevent further irritation. Change bibs frequently. 3. If your baby is severely irritable, consult your pediatrician or pediatric dentist to see if pain medication is recommended and to be sure your baby’s symptoms are not due to sickness or an infection instead. 4. For some, symptoms may last a day or so when a tooth erupts and for others, it may persist longer. Just know that pediatricians and pediatric dentists welcome questions. So, don’t hesitate to call! v Wilmington Pediatric Dentistry Skip Tyson, DDS and Stephanie Heaney, DDS, PA
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Dodgeball Fun! You remember dodgeball as a kid. Split into two teams and try to be the last one standing. Well here are a few variations on a sport that is still fun for kids and adults! War Dodgeball Players find a place around the border or wall. Dodgeballs are placed in the middle, but apart from each other. On “go� players can run to get one of the dodgeballs. Once a player has a dodgeball they can not step with it( like when you stop dribbling in basketball.) Players throw at any other player until there are only 3 or 4 remaining, at that time players can move with the dodgeball until only one is left. Hospital Team dodgeball, if a player is hit by the dodgeball their team has to drag them( the player cannot move)to the sideline to be revived. If that player is hit a second time while being dragged to the sideline then they are out. Play until only one team is left. Edgar and Maurice Team dodgeball, one player on a team is chosen secretly by their own team(he/ she is Edgar) the opposing team also chooses a player(he/she is Maurice) Play dodgeball as normal (no regeneration on a catch) but when either Edgar or Maurice are knocked out of the game the other team wins. Jailbreak Team dodgeball, a bag is placed in the back of each side when the opposing bag is hit with a dodgeball all players on your team are regenerated ( only 3 jailbreaks per team) Normal dodgeball rules if you catch a ball thrown at you the other player is out. If you are hit by a dodgeball either in the air or with one bounce you are out. If you catch a ball after one bounce neither player is out. If you get hit in the air, but one of your teammates catches the ball before it hits the ground you are still in and the thrower is out. If hit after one bounce and a teammate cathces it before it hits the ground nobody is out. You cannot block a dodgeball with a held dodgeball, if you do you are out. Source: Thanks to Mark Tomes and Cape Fear IsshinRyu for all the cool dodgeball ideas! Feel free to join in some dodgeball fun every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday at 3301 Merchant Ct. Wilmington. For more information or to sign up for their dodgeball summer camp, call (910) 274-6902.
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Summer Fun on Cross City Trail Imagine spending a day walking or riding your bike around Halyburton Park, grabbing lunch at your favorite deli then spending the afternoon at Cameron Art Museum or shopping at a nearby shopping center. All while getting some fresh air and exercise! That’s what the Gary Shell Cross City Trail is all about! The city has been working hard and making progress on this off-road, multi-use trail which provides bicycle and pedestrian access to numerous recreational, cultural and educational destinations in Wilmington. Now, work to build a major Cross-City Trail connector along Independence Boulevard crossing Shipyard Blvd. is complete!
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Local Races Pier to Pier Crab Crawl Beach Run 5K Saturday 05/04 @ 8:45am Wrightsville Beach
Marine Chevy Shuffle 5K Saturday 05/11 @ 9am Jacksonville, NC
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2013 Patriot Rush Saturday 05/18 @ 8am Wilmington Christian Academy/Grace Baptist Church
The Holland Hustle 5K and 1 Mile Sunday 05/05 @ 2pm Carolina Beach Elementary School Carolina Strawberry Festival 5K Saturday 05/11 @ 7:30am Wallace, NC NHC Schools Teacher Trot & Team Challenge Saturday 05/11 @ 8am Ashley High School Track Run for Your Momma 5K/10K Saturday 05/11 @ 8am Pine Valley Neighborhood Kids Only – Dolphin Kids Dash One Mile Run Saturday 05/11 @ 9am North Topsail Elementary School
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OrthoWilmington 5K Saturday 05/18 @ 8am Glen Meade Neighborhood (Park at Independence Mall) Lowes Foods Duathlon @ Brunswick Forest Sunday 05/19 @ 7:30am Brunswick Forest Fitness Center, Leland 35th Annual White Lake 10K and 1 Mile Sunday 05/19 @ 8am White Lake, NC (Town Hall) Flashback Run 5K/10K Saturday 05/25 @ 8am Mayfaire Town Center *Visit www.wilmington roadrunners.org, http://its-go-time.com or www.trifind.com/gs_ running/RunningRaces. html information and registration.
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Dive in with the Hammerheads this season! Coming Soon! - Spring Break Camp 2013 Coached by the Wilmington Hammerheads players March 25-28 at Legion Stadium Register today at www.wilmingtonhammerheads.com For 2013 season tickets, group tickets, or to schedule a birthday party with Sledge call (910) 777-2111 ext. 15 Wilmington Parent | May 2013 | 33
| going green | By Brandy Metzger
The Chicken and the Egg
How raising backyard chickens teaches important lessons about food
I It is an important lesson for children to learn that food takes time to cultivate and that it just doesn’t magically appear on the shelves at the store.
never imagined that I would have chickens running around my backyard one day. However, my husband was determined to raise chickens. I finally gave in when I considered the educational aspect of caring for chickens and watching them grow. I knew it would be a great learning experience for our 4-year old-daughter. Upon doing a bit of research I have learned that, in addition to being a wonderful teaching tool, the backyard chicken also provides many other benefits. Here are some advantages of having your own chickens. • Eggs from backyard chickens are healthier than those of factory farm raised chickens. This is because factory-raised chickens are fed the same diet daily while backyard chickens are allowed to roam free and eat insects, grasses and other natural things. These enhance their diet and increase the health of their eggs. • Chickens provide pest control by eating insects. They peck around the yard and eat
pests that invade your garden, along with others that bother pets and humans like ticks and mosquitoes. • Droppings from chickens are high in nitrogen and enrich soil and compost. Better soil and compost contributes to higher yield crops and more beautiful lawns and plants. • Scratching and pecking is good for the soil. Chickens love to scratch around the yard and peck in search of tasty morsels to eat. This behavior helps to aerate the soil and accelerate decomposition of natural materials. • Although chickens are not known to be smart animals, they do have unique personalities and can make beloved pets. Friends of mine that own chickens say that chickens have emotions similar to humans and enjoy attention. Well-socialized chickens will follow humans around, allow you to pet and hold them—and can even come when called. • Just as maintaining a garden teaches children where food comes from, so does keeping chickens. It is an important lesson for children to learn that food takes time to cultivate and that it just doesn’t magically appear on the shelves at the store. Collecting eggs and caring for these animals teaches children the importance of farming. In addition to all of the reasons discussed above, chickens can be quite entertaining. In the first few weeks of having our chicks, they have delighted my daughter’s preschool class and have amused friends and family who have stopped by to visit them. My husband and I thoroughly enjoy watching our daughter interact with her new-feathered friends. She was the first one to see them fly and truly believes that she taught them this “trick.”
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Brandy Metzger is a freelance writer with a passion for green living. She is also a mother and a principal educator with STIZZil (an online education company). v Brandy Metzger is a freelance writer with a passion for green living. She is also a mother and a principal educator with STIZZil (an online education company).
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Hotwheels Hockey
L
ike any hockey game, the competition is fierce and the players are determined athletes with a goal fixed firmly in their sites. Justin Verzaal, 17 year old captain of the Hotwheels Hockey Team, plays to win. Yet he also has other goals in mind. The Hotwheels Power Wheelchair Hockey team that Justin has worked tirelessly to start, manage, and grow, is not your typical hockey team. These players are all part of the NCEWHA (North Carolina Electric Wheelchair Hockey Association). Justin’s mission is to educate the people of North Carolina on the abilities of disabled athletes. Justin is a senior at Hoggard High School and he founded the Hotwheels team in 2009 when he was only a freshman! Justin learned of Power Hockey’s existence through a Camp Carefree demonstration by the Carolina Fury, an outstanding team and the founders of the NCEWHA in Pikesville, NC. Justin saw a need for this sport in Wilmington and through determination, hard work, and community support he was able to start recruiting members and raising money for equipment. The Hotwheels are continuing to grow and are currently seeking more players, sponsors and venues for next year! If anyone would like to be a sponsor to help further Justin’s efforts, contact Justin or Christian Verzaal at (910) 231-7074 or cverzaal@gmail.com. Hotwheels is also looking for organizations willing to be opponents. The staff of Dr. Skip Tyson & Dr. Stephanie Heaney, Pediatric Dental offices will play against Justin’s team in the final match of the season on May 11th at Hoggard High School gym at 11am. Everyone is welcome to come cheer the team on and join them afterwards for a “tailgate” party. Recently, the Carolina Fury Power Hockey Team invited Justin to play on a special all-star team that will compete in the National Electric Wheelchair Hockey Tournament this Summer in Philidelphia! Follow Justin and his Hotwheels team on FB: Hotwheels Power Wheelchair Hockey Team for more updates, or their website: http://hotwheelshockey.webs.com. v
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