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appy to welcome the cooler weather and the beautiful— busy—month of October. It seems like there’s more going on in our October calendar than ever before! And don’t miss the round-up of Halloween Happenings and Fall Festivals listed alongside the monthly calendar. Have an event you’d like to add? Go to wilmingtonparent.com—there’s always room to add more fun online! Speaking of Halloween, be sure to check out “Simply Spooktacular: 10 Halloween Traditions that Turn Up the Fun” to help you build some great Halloween traditions for your family. From “boo-ing” your neighbors to exploring a new pumpkin patch, you’re sure to find something to take your celebration to the next level. Our feature this month is Family Management—a topic that encompasses all aspects of caring for your family and running a household. In this issue—and the current economy—we focus primarily on the family budget. Experts weigh in with tips on stretching, saving, and respecting your hard-earned cash. Plus, find local businesses that offer services that can help family life run more smoothly in a variety of ways.
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Cheers to Fall and hope your school year is going well. Hope to see you at Kid-a-Palooza on October 1st at the Mayfaire festival field! The Children’s Schoolhouse is a small traditional Montessori School committed to a high quality of individual academic experience, administered with an enthusiastic but gentle approach. Now Enrolling students for 2, 3 or 5 day programs: ages 3-5, NC State recognized elementary kindergarten for 5-6 year olds, 1/2 day on-site Marine Science camp. Each classroom Directress is Montessori Certified Location: 612 South College Rd. (across from UNCW) Housed in St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church Lucy Hieronymus, Directress (910) 799-1531 TCSH admits students regardless of race, religion, national or ethnic origin
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department | short stuff
short stuff Airlie’s Oyster Roast! The annual Oyster Roast at Airlie Gardens is scheduled for Friday, October 21. Meet your friends at Airlie for an evening of steamed oysters, Carolina BBQ, fish fry and ALL the “fixins”! The event will begin with the soothing sounds of the Sea Pans steel drum ensemble. Then, dance the night away as the Heartbeat of Soul band plays Beach Music, Motown and Top 40 hits. Tickets are $75/person and include parking on-site. Don’t miss out! All proceeds benefit Airlie’s Environmental Education Program. For more information and ticket purchases contact (910) 798-7700 or airlieinfo@nhcgov.com.
Fine Arts and Crafts at Mayfaire Street Fair
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The Wilmington Art Association will hold a show on Saturday, October 22 from 10am to 5pm on Mayfaire’s Main Street directly in front of the Cinema. A large tent with displays of work by some of the finest artists and crafts people in North Carolina will be on site. Peruse the intriguing, whimsical and colorful 2D artwork in various media as well as radiant fabric arts, pottery, wood crafts, jewelry and more.
The popular Leland’s Little Learners preschool reading program returns this fall. Conducted through Leland Parks & Recreation, Little Learners is a free weekly educational program for children ages 3-5. Beginning October 4, the program meets each Tuesday at 9 am in the Classroom Annex next to Leland Town Hall. The hour-long program features story time, arts & crafts, and time on the playground. Parent or guardian must remain with their children at all times. Free, but registration is required. Space is limited so call early.
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Cucalorus Film Festival Seeks Films Made by Kids for Kids
Don’t miss the 2011 Wilmington Arthritis Walk as a way of celebrating “National Make a Difference Day” with the Arthritis Foundation.
The 17th Annual Cucalorus Film Festival is searching for films of all genres made by kids and for kids under the age of 18. Selected films will be showcased at a special youth screening during the annual festival November 10-13, 2011. Films must be 7 minutes or shorter. Entries are free and should include a dvd copy of the film and a list of the title, runtime, description of film, director’s name, age and contact information. Submission must be postmarked by Friday, October 10, 2011 and mailed to: Cucalorus Film Festival Youth Screening 815 Princess Street Wilmington, NC 28401
The event will be held on Saturday, October 22 at Hugh MacRae Park. Registration begins at 9am with the Walk starting at 10am. This year’s event features 1 & 3 mile walks, prizes, raffles, kid activities and live music (from the Use-to-Be’s)! Register at www.ArthritisWalkWilmington.org and join the fun for a great cause!
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growing up online
department | growing up online
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hildren grow up fast, so it’s natural that parents want to capture the good times. Digital devices make it easier than ever to record memorable moments in family life. Some experts even recommend that parents decrease clutter by using digital images to preserve memories of everything from science projects and artwork to favorite
when he or she graduates from high college. First is data rot, the degradation of information that’s encoded in bits and bytes. Durable as they may look, CDs, DVDs and flash drives can break or decay when they are exposed to temperature extremes, humidity and mold. Also, data consists of magnetic signals. If even a few of these are degraded, an entire
Preserving Memories That Matter
By Carolyn Jabs
outfits and beloved toys that have been outgrown. The nagging question is whether memories are actually safe when they are stored in digital formats. Concerns about such storage are showing up among preservationists who have begun to mutter about the “digital dark ages.” The Library of Congress which is responsible for storing the nation’s collective memories has actually created a website designed to help families build and protect a personal digital archive. Find it at www.digitalpreservation.gov/you. According to their experts, you should be concerned about two things if you hope to see your child’s baby pictures
disk may become unreadable. Second, digital memories can be lost in translation because they depend upon the hardware and software that created them. Every time you upgrade equipment, you risk losing access to files that were encoded with an earlier format. So what’s a parent to do? First, celebrate the fact that there are so many ways for families to make and share memories. Just a few generations ago, families were lucky if they had one faded daguerreotype with everyone looking stiff and frightened of the camera. Next, commit yourself to a few simple strategies that make it more likely some
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of what you care about will be available to you—and maybe your grandkids. Be selective. Digital storage makes it possible to take 300 pictures of your child’s birthday party.You’ll be doing everyone a favor if you edit before you save. Delete photos that are blurry or—be honest—boring. If you can’t bear to do that, create two archives—one for truly memorable photos and one for everything else.
Get organized. Setting up a good filing system takes time and thought, but it’s effort that will be repaid. The easiest system is chronological. Get in the habit of downloading photos from phones and cameras as well as video and audio files at least once a month. You can also build archives around seasonal events. Kids love seeing themselves grow as you scroll through images of Christmas or, for that matter, Halloween past. Or build a separate archive for each child, an approach that will make it easier to locate relevant photos for school projects and graduation albums. Whatever system you use, collect all materials that should be in your archive into a single location. Label and tag. Nothing is more frustrating than being unable to retrieve a great photo. Every image doesn’t need a tag, but the ones that are especially meaningful deserve a label that includes all the information a good reporter would want. When? If you put the year first and then the month, things stay in chronological order. Who? Include names or initials, especially for children, to make search easier. Where? This is especially important for travel photos. Why? Make up a code word that will help you identify really special photos.
stored properly in a cool, dry place.
Update. An entire industry has sprung up to convert media from one format into another. Some experts recommend creating new copies every five years to avoid data loss. Others point out that every copy of a digital file is a little less perfect than the one before. To some extent, parents who are serious about preservation have to think of themselves as curators, checking the quality of the archive periodically and making decisions about how to keep materials safe in the light of new technology. For advice as well as materials, visit familyarchive.com. Given the effort that goes into caring for a digital archive, it’s worth giving some thought to why you are creating one in the first place. Sometimes, preserving a record for the future can interrupt what’s happening in the present. Especially during the holidays, it’s important to remember that, often, the very best way to make a memory that lasts is to be fully present in the moment with your child. v Carolyn Jabs, M.A., has been writing about families and the Internet for over fifteen years. She is the mother of three computer-savvy kids. Other Growing Up Online columns appear on her website www.growing-up-online.com.
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the dr. is in
department | the doctor is in
The most severe reaction (anaphylaxis) affects the heart and blood vessels, sometimes leading to life-threat- ening low blood pressure.
when the suspect food is intro- duced. This test is best performed in a medical setting where severe reactions can be monitored and treated.
How common are food allergies?
What about my infant?
Around 6% of children in the US have some type of food allergy. Among chil- dren with other allergic diseases (eczema, allergic rhinitis, asthma) the rates are closer to 30 percent. The good news is that many of these children will outgrow their allergies, such that only about 1.5% of adults are affected. Food allergies are the most common cause of allergic shock (anaphylaxis), leading to at least 30,000 reactions and 200 deaths a year
Two to four percent of infants exposed to cow’s milk protein will develop diarrhea or vomiting, sometimes quite severe. This reaction (enterocolitis) is not IgE-mediated so is not technically an allergy. Since half these babies will have the same reaction to soy protein, they do best with formulas where the milk pro- tein has been digested into smaller pieces (hydrolyzed). This reaction usually resolves by 12 to 24 months of age. Because human breast milk contains minute amounts of food proteins, even breastfed infants may have this allergy when their mothers drink cow’s milk or soymilk.
What foods most commonly cause allergies? The foods that couse allergies change as the immune system matures. Among children, the worst culprits are milk, eggs, peanuts, fish, soybeans, wheat, and tree nuts (pecans, walnuts, etc.). But by age five, 85% of children will outgrow their sensitivity to milk, eggs, soybeans, and wheat. The others often last into adult- hood.
What about peanut allergies? By Dr. David Hill
Peanut allergy seems to have become epidemic over the last two decades. Peanut allergy is notorious for causing anaphylaxis, so is especially dangerous. Unlike other food allergies it lasts life- long, becoming more severe with age.
But I’ve had this food before. How can I be allergic now? Allergies result from repeated exposure to a protein, or “allergen.” So people usu- ally react to foods they’ve eaten before. Very little allergen
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ood allergy is a very real phenomenon that has inspired countless rumors and myths over the years. Parents are inundated with alarming, often conflicting, advice. So before you reach into the refrigerator, here are some things to know.
What is a food allergy? Many reactions to food are not allergic. Children may experience food poisoning from a Staphylococcal toxin, or they may contract a bacterial infection from poor- ly washed produce or undercooked meat. Babies may have intolerance to cow’s milk or soy proteins. Many older children and adults have trouble digesting lactose. So then, what is a food allergy? A food allergy is an attack by one particular com- ponent of the immune system (IgE) against proteins found in a particular food.
What exactly happens? Many food proteins are broken down during digestion, but tiny quantities of whole protein do find their way into the bloodstream where they can react with an antibody called IgE. This leads to an allergic reaction, usually within minutes. Digestive tract symptoms include abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea. Hives and swelling may affect the skin. Nasal symptoms like congestion and runny nose are common, as well as potentially serious asthma attacks. The “oral allergy syndrome” is a very specific reaction limited to the mouth and throat and occurs only with raw fruits, vegeta- bles, and nuts.
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What about lactose intolerance and celiac disease? Lactose is the type of sugar found in milk, from both humans and cows. Many older children and adults lose the ability to digest lactose, leading to symp- toms of flatulence, bloating, abdominal pain, and diarrhea related to milk con- sumption. But because lactose is a key ingredient of human breastmilk, lactose intolerance is exceedingly rare among infants (around one in 10,000). Celiac disease is a complex immune- mediated reaction to wheat protein (gluten), but because it doesn’t involve IgE it’s not the same as a wheat allergy.
How is food allergy treated?
Food Allergy: In the Land of Fruits and Nuts is needed to start a reaction, so people may react to ingredi- ents like peanut oil they don’t know are in their food. This problem has led to new, stricter food labeling guidelines.
How is food allergy diagnosed? Diagnosis always starts with a good his- tory and physical exam. A food diary is often quite helpful. Allergy testing can aid diagnosis but has limits. In skin test- ing, an allergist pricks or scratches the skin with suspected allergens and looks for a reaction. If no reaction occurs, there’s probably no allergy. On the other hand, as many as 60% of skin tests react in the absence of symptomatic food aller- gy. Blood tests (specific IgE immunoassay, formerly called RAST) may be of limited use, but they’re not always accurate. Immunoassays are best used when the risk of anaphylaxis makes skin testing too risky. The “gold standard” in food allergy diagnosis is the double-blind, placebocontrolled food challenge: the patient tastes several unidentified foods and has a reaction
The only good treatment is food avoidance. Stricter labeling guidelines have made this easier, as has the emergence of a whole industry catering to food allergy sufferers. Anyone who’s had anaphylax- is (or any patient with peanut allergy) should have injectable epinephrine (Epi- Pen, Epi-Pen Jr.) available at all times. Milder reactions respond to antihistamines like Benadryl.
Can food allergy be prevented? Exclusively breastfeeding infants (as opposed to using formula) seems to help. Pediatricians also recommend waiting until at least six months of age to intro- duce solid foods. Avoid eggs (the whites at least) until two years of age. And don’t offer peanut products to a child until he is at least three years old. v Dr. David Hill is a board-certified pediatrician with Cape Fear Pediatrics (www.capefearpediatrics.com). He has three children.
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Real Steel PG-13 for some violence, intense action and brief language. In theaters October 7. Ok for kids 13+. Reel Preview: 3.5 out of 5 Reels. http://www.steelgetsreal.com/.
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It seems we haven’t had enough giant robots in the Transformers franchise. Now they’re in the boxing ring. This sci-fi action flick Jane’s Reel stars Hugh Jackman as Charlie KenRating System ton, a washed-up fighter who lost his chance at a title when massive steel 1 Reel robots took over the ring. Now a Even the Force can’t save it. 2 Reels small-time promoter, Charlie earns Coulda’ been a contender just enough cash piecing together 3 Reels low-end bots from scrap metal to Something to talk about. get from one underground boxing 4 Reels venue to the next. When he hits ! tflick Grea ? truth You want the rock bottom, he reluctantly teams 5 Reels up with his estranged son Max (DaWow! The stuff dreams kota Goyo) to build and train a champiare made of. onship contender and get one last chance at a comeback. Directed by Shawn Levy (The Pink Panther, Night at the Museum), this Disney movie also stars Evangeline Lilly, Anthony Mackie and Kevin Durand. Picture a high-tech, edgier version of The Champ, the 1979 Oscarnominated movie starring Jon Voight and Ricky Schroder.
Footloose Not yet rated; likely PG-13. In theaters October 14. Ok for kids 14+. Reel Preview: 3 out of 5 Reels. http://www. footloosemovie.com/. It’s always an iffy proposition when you remake a classic movie, especially one as iconic as 1984’s Footloose (or Dirty Dancing, another upcoming remake). No one can take the place of Kevin Bacon (or Patrick Swayze), but newcomer Kenny Wormald gives it a go in this updated version of Footloose, directed by Craig Brewer (Hustle & Flow, Black Snake Moan). Wormald plays Ren MacCormack, a Boston transplant who relocates to the small southern town of Bomont, where the community was recently rocked by a tragic accident that killed five teenagers after a night out. Bomont’s councilmen and the beloved Reverend Shaw Moore (Dennis Quaid) responded by prohibiting loud music and dancing. Of course, we all know what happens. Ren challenges the ban, revitalizes the town, and falls in love with the minister’s troubled daughter Ariel (Julianne Hough).
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Ready for some dashing swordsmen? Me, too! This reboot of the classic Alexandre Dumas story finds the hot-headed young D’Artagnan (Logan Lerman) joining forces with three rogue Musketeers (Matthew MacFadyen, Luke Evans and Ray Stevenson). Their task is to stop the evil Richlieu (Christoph Waltz), face off with Buckingham (Orlando Bloom) and the treacherous Milady (Milla Jovovich), and foil a plot that threatens all of Europe. This action-adventure was shot in state-of-the-art 3D (in other words, it wasn’t tacked on as an afterthought). It’s also directed by Paul W.S. Anderson; a departure from his usual brutal films like Death Race, Pandorum, and the Resident Evil franchise.
Johnny English Reborn Rated PG for mild action violence, rude humor, some language and brief sensuality. In theaters October 28. Ok for kids 11+. Reel Preview: 3 out of 5 Reels. http://www.johnnyenglishreborn.com/. This movie could be really funny or really dumb. I say that because I’m hit and miss with Rowen Atkinson. Some of his stuff is hilarious, like his elementary dating standup routine or his acerbic Blackadder in the 1980s TV series Blackadder Goes Forth. But I’m lukewarm on his Mr. Bean franchise. This sequel takes place eight years after the last movie, and Atkinson returns as the improbable secret agent Johnny English. His challenge is to round up a group of international assassins before they eliminate a world leader and cause global chaos. Think James Bond meets Inspector Clouseau. Jane Boursaw is a family entertainment writer specializing in movies, TV and celebrities. Visit her at Reel Life With Jane; follow her on Twitter; become a friend on Facebook; or email jboursaw@charter.net.
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Katie B. Hines Senior Center Pancake Breakfast
Library Book Sale
7:30 – 11:30am. Senior Center. Call 458-6609 for details.
Scotts Hill Loop 10K/5K
8am. Scotts Hill Baptist Church.Visit www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org for registration details.
Riverfront Farmer’s Market
8am – 1pm. Riverfront Park. (No market on 10/08.) Visit Water Street where local farmers, producers, artists and more offer their goods. Call 538-6223 or visit www.wilmingtonfarmers.com for more information.
Pleasure Island Fresh Market
8am – 1pm. Carolina Beach Marina. Includes fresh, in-season fruits and vegetables from local farmers, bread and baked goods and more. Find a vendor list and map at www.pleasureislandfreshmarket.com or contact 313-6005 for additional information.
Battleship Alive
8am – 5pm. Battleship NC. Watch and interact with WWII living history interpreters as they bring the Ship to life by re-enacting daily duties and drills. Free with regular admission. Call 251-5797
9am. Daily through 10/05. Northeast Branch, Military Cutoff. Grab a box and fill it with unbelievable bargains! Don’t miss the availability and the fun! All ages welcomed. Call 798-6371for more information.
ONE Coffee/Tea
9am. Port City Java, 2099 Market St. Join Rachel Fox, volunteer Congressional District Leader for ONE (an advocacy organization giving voice for those living in extreme poverty), for a meet-up to learn what others are doing in the community to make poverty history. Contact rachelfox. onewilmington@gmail.com with questions.
Nature Journaling
9am – 12pm. Halyburton Park. Spend the morning learning about, connecting with, and being creatively inspired by the longleaf pine forest. Free. Call 341-0075 to pre-register or visit www.halyburtonpark.com.
Surf Fishing
9am – 12pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. Enjoy a 3-hour workshop with one hour of classroom discussion then surf fishing on the beach. All equipment and bait provided. Rain or shine. Ages 10+ (ages 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult). $12/Participant. Call 458-7468 to pre-register.
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Captain Charlie’s Kid’s Fishing Tournament
9am – 12pm. Southport Waterfront Pier Bay Street. Registration at 8:30am. Ages 16 and under only. Age 16 must have valid NC Fishing Permit. Bring one fishing rod and bait. Free. Contact 457-7945 for details.
Kid-a-Palooza!
9am-3pm. Mayfaire Festival Field. Kid-aPalooza, sponsored by Wilmington Parent Magazine, is a family-friendly festival showcasing young talent in music, art, dance and entertainment. Also find art exhibits, music, crafts, demonstrations, bounce houses, pony rides and vendors from a variety of family-friendly businesses. Emcee for the event is Melvil Dewey, International Library Hip Hop Superstar. The event is free; $1 donation encouraged to help support The Children’s Museum of Wilmington. For more information, visit www.wilmingtonparent.com.
Airlie Butterfly House
9am - 5pm. Daily through 10/15. Airlie Gardens.View the seasonal native butterfly exhibit housed in a 3,000 sq. ft. screened Butterfly House. Free with Garden admission. Call 798-7700 or visit www.airliegardens.org with questions.
Make Faces
10 – 11am. Learning Express Toys. Create sticker faces and play the new Funny Faces game. Ages 4+.Visit either Military
Cutoff (509-0153) or Hanover Center (251-6636) locations.
Solar & Green Building Tour 10am – 4pm. WAVE’s Forden Station, behind Costco. Tickets are $15/CFGBA Members. $20/Non-members. May purchase in advance at cfgba.org or contact kyle.d@cfgba.org for tour details.
Oktoberfest
11am – 7pm.Valor Park @ The Market Common, Myrtle Beach. Live German music, face painting, games, decorating pumpkins, inflatables and more. Free admission.
Screen Gems Studios Tour
12pm and 2pm. Screen Gems Studios. Learn how filming is done and view sets from previous productions. One hour walking tour. Arrive 15 minutes prior to tour time. $12/Adults. $10/Students & Military. $8/Seniors. $5/Ages 5-12. Reservations not required. Call 343-3433 or visit www.screengemstudios.com.
Weird Science
1 – 4pm. Cape Fear Museum. Explore strange & sometimes slimy science with fun, hands-on experiments. Ages 5-12. Call 798-4362 or visit www.capefearmuseum.com for admission information.
Aquarist Apprentice
2 – 4:30pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. Join staff on a behind-the-scenes tour and participate in daily care and mainte-
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nance tasks. Includes an animal feeding. All participants wear closed-toe shoes. $25/Ages 13+. $23/Ages 10-12. $17/Members. (Price includes Aquarium admission.) Ages 10+ welcome. Call 458-7468 for required pre-registration.Visit www.ncaquariums.com for details.
Wilmington Take Steps Walk
2 – 6pm. Greenfield Lake Park. CCFA fundraiser to celebrate the steps taken toward finding a cure for Crohn’s & Colitis. Register at www.cctakesteps.org/wilmington.
Graphic Novel Book Club
3:30 – 4:30pm. NHCPL Main Branch. Elementary age graphic novel fans meet to discuss graphic novels. The Babymouse books: Mad Scientist and Monster Mash. Call 798-6303 for details on upcoming books to read.
OctubaFest
7:30 – 8:30pm. UNCW’s Beckwith Hall. Features marches, polkas and Oktoberfest music. Fun and family-friendly. $5/ General Public. Free/Students with valid UNCW ID.
All Shook Up
8pm. Thalian Hall Main Stage. Hilarious musical fantasy of love, romantic entanglement and mistaken identity. $26/ ticket. Call 632-2285 for more information.
“Murder by Natural Causes”
8pm. Cape Fear Playhouse. Enjoy the intrigue as well as twists and turns in the plot when the wife of a mentalist plots his murder. Contact 367-5237 or visit www. bigdawgproductions.org for all performance dates and ticket information.
them into wonderful works of art. Free with Museum admission. For details, call 254-3534 or visit www.playwilmington.org.
Brilliant Sky Toys & Books
10:30am Mondays. Mayfaire Town Center.Visit www.brilliantskytoys.com or call 509-3353 for details.
NHCPL All-Ages Storytime
10:30 – 10:50am. Main Branch. Children ages 18 months – 5 years enjoy stories and songs. No registration required. Call 798-6385 for more information.
Songwriting Class with the Good Lovelies
2 – 3pm. Cameron Art Museum. Learn about songwriting with this tight, three-part harmony, constant instrument swapping, and witty trio. Q & A to follow. Free and open to the public.Visit http://cameronartmuseum.com or http://uncw.edu/presents for more information.
Extended Behind the Scenes Tour
2 - 4pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher.Visit the top of our largest exhibit, the Cape Fear Shoals and get a birds-eye view of this 235,000-gallon tank as sharks, stingrays, moray eels and fish. Participants must wear close-toed shoes. $20/Age 13+. $18/Ages 8-12. $12/Member. No children under age 8. Call 458-7468 for information and pre-registration.
Fall Fun Nights
5:30 – 7pm. Chick-fil-A Mayfaire. Join the fun on Monday evenings in October! Call 256-0854 or visit http://www. cfarestaurant.com/mayfaire for details.
2 Sunday
4 Tuesday
Turtles on the Twos
Mommy & Me
All Day. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Promoting the “Year of the Turtle,” the Aquarium is offering special turtle programs on the 2nd day of each month in 2011. Call 458-8257 or visit www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher for more information.
Battleship Alive
8am – 5pm. Battleship NC. See 10/01.
Airlie Gardens Free Day
9 – 10am. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. Moms and their children interact and learn together about Aquarium animals. Enjoy playtime in our Freshwater Wonders Room. Children ages 1-2. $13/One Adult and Child. $1/Each additional child. Call 458-7468 to pre-register.
Migratory Bird Workshop
9am – 4pm. Halyburton Park. Explore the various habitats in the area, including warblers, raptors, waders, shorebirds, and other species. Free. Call 341-0075 to pre-register or visit www.halyburtonpark.com.
NHCPL Lap Sit Storytime
WE'RE HERE!!!
12 - 5pm.Valor Park @ The Market Common, Myrtle Beach. See 10/01.
9:30 – 9:50am Tuesdays. Main Library Children’s Room. Babies 18 months and younger are invited to enjoy 20 minutes of books, songs, finger plays, nursery rhymes and bounces. No pre-registration. Call 798-6303 for details.
Behind the Scenes Tour
NHCPL Toddler Storytime
We bring the fun to YOU!
9am - 5pm. Airlie Gardens.Visit the parks and Arboretum for a full day of family fun for free on the first Sunday of each month. Contact 798-7700 or visit www.airliegardens. org for more information.
Oktoberfest
1 – 2:30pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. Come explore the spaces for animal holding, husbandry, life support systems, and backstage accesses to exhibits that are hidden behind the aquarium walls. Guided tour. $15/Ages 13+. $13/Ages 8-12. $7/Members. Children under age 8 not permitted. For required pre-registration, call 458-7468.
Museum Carts
1 – 3pm. Cape Fear Museum. Handle artifacts, conduct experiments, and play fun games at facilitated carts stationed throughout the Museum. All ages welcomed. Free with Museum admission. For details, call 798-4350 or visit www.capefearmuseum.com.
Cape Fear Museum Free Day
1 – 5pm. Cape Fear Museum. New Hanover County residents are admitted free to the Museum the first Sunday of every month. Call 798-4350 or visit www.capefearmuseum.com for information.
10 – 10:30am Tuesdays. Main Library Children’s Room. For enthusiastic toddlers ages 18 - 36 months! This activity-time is filled with books, flannel boards, songs, and finger plays. No pre-registration required. Call 798-6303 for more information.
NHCPL Preschool Storytime
10:30 – 11am Tuesdays. Main Library Children’s Room.Ages 3 to 5 years are invited. Different theme featured weekly. Includes books, songs, flannel boards, finger plays, and other fun activities. No pre-registration. Call 798-6303 with questions.
Jim Ellis Plays the Carolina Courtyard
12 – 1pm. Carolina Courtyard Park, next to Main Library. Local musician plays flip-flop rock. Bring a lunch and a blanket or chair and enjoy the music. Free/courtesy of the artist and Friends of the Library. Call 798-6323 for more information.
Kids Cooking Club: Going Global
3pm. Thalian Hall Main Stage. See 10/01.
3:30 - 4:30pm. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Going Korean-Jaengban Gooksu.” Discover new flavors and find out fun facts about a new country each week. Free with Museum admission. Call 254-3534 to pre-register.
“Murder by Natural Causes”
5 Wednesday
All Shook Up
8pm. Cape Fear Playhouse. See 10/01.
3 Monday Trash to Treasures
10 – 11am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Coffee Filter Cobwebs.” Take clean recycled materials and turn
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Poplar Grove Farmer’s Market
8am – 1pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. This market offers fresh fruits and vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, honey, meats and more. Also features handmade, homemade and hand crafted items. Call 686-9518 or visit www. poplargrove.com for more information.
All types of events. Can set-up INdoors or OUTdoors. We pick up & clean up when it's over. To make a reservation call
910.200.4685 or send email to
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Halloween Happenings and Fun Fall Festivals Welcome the cooler weather with fantastic fall festivals and spooktacular Halloween fun! Find even more events (and add your own) at www.wilmingtonparent.com (click Halloween/Fall Fun) Saturday, October 1 Green Halloween Costume Exchange
Throughout the month of September, the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher has been collecting gently used Halloween costumes. On October 1, families are invited to the aquarium between 10am – 3pm to select a new (FREE!) costume from those donated, while supplies last.Visit www. ncaquariums.com for more information.
Friday, October 14 Halloween Festival
Enjoy haunted hayrides, a haunted barn, games and rides for all ages, and a whole lot more.Visit www.poplargrove.com or call 686-9518 x26 for ticket information. Event takes place from 6pm – midnight at Poplar Grove Plantation.
Ghost Ship
Enter this truly frightful attraction and experience a new dimension in “scare.” The hatches of Battleship North Carolina will crack open with all new and unique designs. Tickets $10; on sale at 6:30pm. Be in line by 9:30 to ensure ticket. Event runs from 7 – 10pm. Call 251-5797 or visit www.battleshipnc.com for details.
Halloween Festival
The festival continues at Poplar Grove Plantation from 6pm – 12am. See details in 10/14 listing.
Ghost Ship
7 – 10pm. Battleship NC. See 10/14.
Saturday, October 22 Great Pumpkin Hunt
11am – 1:30pm. The Great Pumpkin Hunt begins at 11:30am at Maides Park, 1101 Manly Ave. Other activities include face painting, arts & crafts, cookie decorating, hayrides, horseback riding, and more. Ages 3 – 9. $3/Child. Call 341-7867 to pre-register.
Halloween Festival
The festival continues at Poplar Grove Plantation from 2pm – 12am. See details in 10/14 listing.
for lots of fun games and bouncing! $5/child. Ages 6 months – 5 years. Call 341-4630 for more information.
Spooktacular
Carnival games, entertainment, costume contest, food and fun for the entire family at the Middleton Park Soccer Field, Oak Island, 5 – 7pm. Free. Call 278-5518 for details.
Halloween Ghost Trolley
6 – 9pm. Market & Water Streets, Downtown. See 10/21.
Ghost Ship
7 – 10pm. Battleship NC. See 10/14.
Saturday, October 29 Mr. & Mrs. Pumpkin Head Decorating
Halloween Ghost Trolley
Decorate a pumpkin head with fruits, veggies and Wikki Stix at Learning Express Toys from 10 – 11am. Call 251-6636 (Hanover Center) or 509-0153 (Military Cutoff) for details.
Ghost Ship
Halloween Costume Contest
6 – 9pm. Market & Water Streets, Downtown. See 10/21. 7 – 10pm. Battleship NC. See 10/14.
Join this race to raise money for Communities in Schools, 20 N. 4th St.WRRC Grand Prix Event.Visit www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org for registration details. Event starts at 9am.
The festival continues at Poplar Grove Plantation from 2 – 10pm. See details in 10/14 listing.
Learning Express Toys hosts a costume contest from 10am – 4pm. Prizes in each store for the most creative, funniest, and best use of recycled materials in a costume. Photographs taken upon visit and prizes awarded at the end of the day. Contact 509-0153 (Military Cutoff) or 2516636 (Hanover Center) for specific information.
Halloween Ghost Trolley
Fall Festival
Welcome to Mazeville
6 – 9pm. Market & Water Streets, Downtown. See 10/21.
Saturday, October 15
Sunday, October 23
Trick or Treat Trot 5K/10K/1 Mile Fun Run
Halloween Festival
Enjoy this fall festival at Belville Elementary School (575 River Rd. Leland), 10am – 4pm. Features include a giant hay maze, carnival games and other activities. $7/maze and games. Food and raffles sold separately. Contact Danielle Platt at dkunz100@aol.com for Mazeville information.
Tuesday, October 25 Batty Battleship’s Halloween Bash
First Christian Church, 2035 Oleander Drive, hosts a Fall Festival from 5 – 7pm. Children are invited for games, trunk-or-treat, hayrides, and hot dogs. Free. For more information, call 762-1389 or visit www.fccilm.org.
Halloween Ghost Trolley
The festival continues at Poplar Grove Plantation from 2pm – 12am. See details in 10/14 listing.
Bring the little ghouls and goblins for trick-or-treating on the Battleship, 5:30 – 8pm. Includes fun games, activities, food, and storytelling. Perfect for the entire family. Tickets $5/person. Children under 2 free. Call 251-5792 or visit www.battleshipnc.com for details.
Sunday, October 16
Wednesday, October 26
Sunday, October 30
Halloween Festival
Trick or Treat Under the Sea
Natural History Halloween
Halloween Festival
The festival continues at Poplar Grove Plantation from 2 – 10pm. See details in 10/14 listing.
Friday, October 21 Holly Tree Hoedown
Come out for an afternoon of fun with bouncy castles, slides, dunking booth, carnival games, food, entertainment, raffles, and a vendor fair at Holly Tree Elementary, 4 – 7pm. Contact Danielle Downing at downingfam4@yahoo.com for more hoedown details.
Halloween Ghost Trolley
Listen to ghost stories tailored for young children and experience the “Haunted Barn.” $12/Adult. $5/Children under 12. Free treats for the kids. No reservation necessary. Call 251-8889 or visit www.horsedrawntours.com for more information. Tours run from 6 – 9pm; meet at Market & Water Streets, Downtown.
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Bring the kids for some pre-Halloween trick-or-treating at the Aquarium, 5 – 8:30pm. Candy stations and special programs provide a fun and safe environment. $6/Children and Adults. Age 2 and under free. Only umbrella strollers permitted. Call 458-7468 for details.
6 – 9pm. Market & Water Streets, Downtown. See 10/21.
Ghost Ship
7 – 10pm. Battleship NC. See 10/14.
NC Museum of Natural Sciences celebrates Halloween with a costume contest, live spooky animals, face painting, bake sale, crafts, games and prizes! Designed for ages 2 – 12. Free; event hours 12 – 5pm. Call (919) 733-7450 for details.
Thursday, October 27
Halloween Ghost Trolley
Trick or Treat Under the Sea
Monday, October 31
5 – 8:30pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/26.
Halloween Ghost Trolley
6 – 9pm. Market & Water Streets, Downtown. See 10/21.
Friday, October 28 Fun Fall Festival
Celebrate Fall at the Fit for Fun Center with a festival just for toddlers, 9am – 12pm. Come in costume and get ready
6 – 9pm. Market & Water Streets, Downtown. See 10/21.
Trick or Treat in the Park
Hampstead Kiwanis Park hosts ‘Trick or Treat in the Park’ from 5 – 8pm. Enjoy a costume contest, concessions, inflatables, hayrides and lots of candy! Free. Call 465-4116 for more information. Halloween Ghost Trolley 6 – 9pm. Market & Water Streets, Downtown. See 10/21.
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Food Drive
8am – 1pm. Drop-off at Poplar Grove Plantation. Bring 2 canned food items to the Market on 10/5 and register for a free drawing of items donated by Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market vendors and receive $1 off the manor house tour. Food items collected by Pender County 4-H to donate to the Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC. Visit www.poplargrove.com for more information.
NHCPL Lap Sit Storytime
9:30 – 9:50am Wednesdays. Myrtle Grove Branch. Designed for babies under 18 months. Features 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes and activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6393 for more information.
Advantages of Breastfeeding
10am. Wrightsville Beach United Methodist Church, 4 Live Oak Drive. Babies welcome. Call Karin at 452-4239 for more information.
Makin’ Music
10am. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Enjoy music, movement, and stories with Kindermusik educator, Karen Stirnitzke. Ages 1 ½ - 4. Reservations recommended. Contact 509-0153 for class time.
NHCPL Toddler Storytime
10 – 10:20am Wednesdays. Myrtle Grove Branch. Children 18 - 36 months are invited to storytime! Enjoy 20 minutes of stories, songs, and pre-literacy activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6393 for further details.
NHCPL All-Ages Storytime
10:30 – 10:50am. Main Branch. Children ages 18 months – 5 years enjoy stories and songs. No registration required. Call 798-6385 for more information.
NHCPL Preschool Storytime
10:30 – 11am Wednesdays. Myrtle Grove Branch. Ages 3 5 years are invited to enjoy a different theme every week. Includes books, songs, flannel boards, finger plays, and other fun pre-literacy activities. No pre-registration. Call 798-6303 for more information.
Extended Behind the Scenes Tour 2 - 4pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/03.
Snake & Turtle Feeding
4 – 4:30pm. Halyburton Park. Enjoy a brief presentation about the live animals on display in the Events Center and watch an animal feed. $1/Participant. Call 341-0075 for details.
6 Thursday NHCPL Lapsit Storytime
9:30 – 9:45am Thursdays. Northeast Branch. Babies 3 - 18 months enjoy fun stories and songs. No registration required. Call 798-6373 for more information.
NHCPL Toddler Storytime
10 – 10:20am Thursdays. Northeast Branch. Children ages 18 – 36 months join others for stories, songs and other fun activities. No registration required. Call 798-6373 for details.
Kids Cooking Club: Storybook Series
10 - 11am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. Cooking club for preschoolers. Read a new story each week and create a dish inspired by the book. “Too Many Pumpkins – Pumpkin Dip and Gingersnaps.” Free with Museum admission. Please call 254-3534 to pre-register.
Children’s Discovery Time
10 – 11am. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. Amphibians! Watch creatures come alive in this story-telling and critter-creating program. Children meet live animals, hear a story and make ingenious crafts. Ages 3 – 5. $11/Child. Admission included. Call 458-7468 for required pre-registration.
NHCPL All-Ages Storytime
10:30 – 10:50am. Main Branch. Children ages 18 months – 5 years enjoy stories and songs. No registration required. Call 798-6385 for more information.
NHCPL Pre-School Storytime
10:30 – 11am Thursdays. Northeast Branch. Children ages 3 – 5 enjoy stories and songs. No registration required. Call 798-6373 for more information.
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11:30 – 1pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/02.
Ice Cream
5:30 – 7pm. Chick-fil-A, Market Street. Free kid’s ice cream! For details, call 397-2884.
Jazz @ the CAM
6:30 – 8:30pm. Cameron Art Museum. The winter jazz series features Frank Bongiorno and Friends. Series Seats: Tickets: CAM/CFJS Members/$7, Non-members/$10. Students/$5 with valid ID. For details on the complete series, call 395-5999.
UNCW Wind Symphony
8 Saturday Riverfest 2011
All Day. Downtown Wilmington. See 10/7.
Run for the TA-TAs 5K
8am. TrySports/Mayfaire. Benefiting the Pink Ribbon Project.Visit www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org for registration details.
Pleasure Island Fresh Market
8am – 1pm. Carolina Beach Marina. See 10/01.
Canoeing Holly Shelter
7 Friday
9am – 1pm. Pender County. Explore a local tributary of the Cape Fear River by canoe. Recommended for novice or immediate paddlers. Ages 8-12 must be accompanied by 2 adults. Ages 13-14 accompanied by 1 adult. $35/Nonmembers. $31.50/Members. Call 458-7468 for reservations.
Toddler Time
The Family and the Breastfed Baby
7:30pm. Kenan Auditorium. $5/General Public. Free/ Students with valid UNCW ID. For more information, contact 962-3415.
10 - 10:30am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. Projects and activities for toddlers (kids 4 and under) and their special grownups to work on together. “Make Play Doh.” Free with Museum admission. Call 254-3534 to pre-register.
NHCPL All-Ages Storytime
10:30 – 10:50am. Main Branch. Children ages 18 months – 5 years enjoy stories and songs. No registration required. Call 798-6385 for more information.
American Legion Fish Fry
11am – 7pm. American Legion Post 10, 702 Pine Grove Drive. $6/Plate. Eat in or take out. Call 458-4253 for details.
Extended Behind the Scenes Tour 2 - 4pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/03.
Adventures in Art!
3:30 - 4:30pm. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Fruity Still Life.” Designed for children ages 5-8 to create fun art projects. Limited to 15 children. Call 254-3534 to pre-register.
Riverfest 2011
6 – 11pm. Downtown Wilmington. A family-fun festival along the Cape Fear River. Continuous live entertainment on two outdoor stages. Celebrate the area’s heritage with music, arts, crafts, exhibits, dance, contests, children’s activities, food, fireworks and more. For complete schedule contact 452-6862 or visit www.wilmingtonriverfest.com.
Family Movie Night
Dusk.Wrightsville Beach Park. Bring the family and enjoy the final movie of the season. Free. “How to Train Your Dragon” (Rated PG). Concessions available for purchase. For complete schedule visit www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com.
The Capitol Steps
8pm. Thalian Hall, Main Stage. America’s most astute and hysterical collective of singing political satirists who skewer every candidate who’s possibly running for anything… anywhere. Tickets: $20 - $38. Call 632-2285 for discounts and information.
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Behind the Scenes Tour
10am. Breastfeeding Center of Wilmington, 4406 ½ Wrightsville Ave. Babies welcome. Call Chrissy at 2625288 for more information.
All Duct Out!
10 – 11am. Learning Express Toys. Duct Tape Crafts for ages 7+. Reservations recommended.Visit either the Military Cutoff (509-0153) or Hanover Center (251-6636) location.
Child Auditions for Community Theatre
10am. Community Arts Center, 120 S 2nd St. Thalian Association presents the musical “The Sound of Music.” Actors should be prepared to sing “Do-Re-Mi” and ready to dance. Show dates are scheduled for December. Contact 251-1788 for age requirements and details.
Art in the Arboretum
10am – 4pm. The Arboretum. The gardens come alive with artist demonstrations and live music. Contact 798-7670 for more information regarding attending or participating in the event.
Sketchbook Saturday
10:30am. NC Museum of Art, Raleigh. Tweens & Teens are invited for an in-depth exploration of tools and techniques used in keeping an artist sketchbook. Inspired by work in the galleries and Museum Park. Studio time with a variety of materials. $7/Members. $10/Non-members. Call (919) 715-5923 for required pre-registration.
Seafood, Blues & Jazz Festival
11am. Fort Fisher. Join the 18th Annual event featuring non-stop musical talent on two stages. Two-day ticket in advance/$30. Saturday only/$30. Sunday only/$15. Children 12 and under/Free. Call 458-8434 for more information.
Bark in the Park
11am. Wrightsville Beach Park. Enjoy this free, unique 18th Annual event as mutts and purebreds leap to the sky in the Canine Disc Championships. Call 256-7925 or visit
www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com to register or come to cheer on the competitors.
Back Door Kitchen Tour
12pm. Downtown Wilmington. Tour 9 kitchens in homes in the Historic District of Wilmington. $20/Adults. $10/ Children 12 and under. Complimentary trolley service. Call 386-8955 or visit www.rowilmington.org for tour details.
Screen Gems Studios Tour
12pm and 2pm. Screen Gems Studios. See 10/01.
Weird Science
1 – 4pm. Cape Fear Museum. See 10/01.
Aquarist Apprentice
2 – 4:30pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/01.
The Capitol Steps
3pm & 8pm. Thalian Hall, Main Stage. See 10/07.
The Bellamy Ball
6:30 – 11pm. Bellamy Mansion Museum. An elegant evening celebrating the Mansion’s 150th anniversary. Black tie, dinner, dancing and silent auction. Contact 251-3700 for ticket information.
Observe the Moon Night
7 – 8:30pm. Ingram Planetarium, Sunset Beach. Live star show in the Sky Theatre as part of an international event to view the moon. Talk & Discussion with Dr. Barry Kirkham, former asst. operations scientist and senior Hubble systems engineer at Goddard Space Flight Center. Call 575-0033 for ticket information.
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All Day. Downtown Wilmington. See 10/7.
Riverfest Run the River 8K
8am. Downtown Wilmington. WRRC Grand Prix Event. Visit www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org for registration details.
Art in the Arboretum
10am – 4pm. The Arboretum. See 10/08.
Seafood, Blues & Jazz Festival 11am. Fort Fisher. See 10/08.
Behind the Scenes Tour
1 – 2:30pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/02.
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Makin’ Music
10am. Learning Express Toys, Hanover Center (251-6636). See 10/05.
National Fossil Day
10am – 3pm. NC Museum of Natural Sciences. Check out fossils and meet some animals with ancient ancestors. Free. Contact (919) 733-7450 for more events.
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Extended Behind the Scenes Tour 2 - 4pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/03.
11:30am – 1pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/02.
Changes, Compromises, Conflict, Secession & War
6:30 – 8:30pm. Cape Fear Museum. Participate in the first of four in the series “The Community Conversations Series.” Audiences engage in discussion about the Civil War history of the Lower Cape Fear region. Call 7984367 or visit www.capefearmuseum.com for details.
10 – 11am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Marble Web painting.” See 10/03.
Extended Behind the Scenes Tour 2 - 4pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/03.
14 Friday
4:30 – 9pm. Paddle the blackwater of Rice and Town Creek during the full moon. Stop for a campfire and s’mores. Discover the many creatures of the night. $50/ participant. Call 341-0075 or visit www.halyburtonpark. com for details.
American Girl Club
7pm. Barnes & Noble, Mayfaire. Bring an American Girl doll and join the fun with crafts and activities. Call 5091880 for more information.
12 Wednesday Airlie Bird Hike
8 – 9:30am. Airlie Gardens. 2nd Wednesday of each month. Free to members or free with Garden admission. $5/ Adults & $3/Children (ages 6-12 years). Bring your own binoculars. Bird guides provided.Visit www.airliegardens. org or call 798-7700 for more information.
Poplar Grove Farmer’s Market
8am – 1pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. See 10/05.
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Riverfront Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm. Riverfront Park. See 10/01.
Pleasure Island Fresh Market
8am – 1pm. Carolina Beach Marina. See 10/01.
Mommy & Me
9 – 10am. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/04.
The Cat in the Hat
10 – 11am. Learning Express Toys, Hanover Center.Visit for a character appearance and story station! Bring a camera. Call 251-6636 for details.
Chemistry Day
2 - 4pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/03.
Adventures in Art!
Salty Paws Festival
10 - 10:30am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Pumpkin Paper Plates.” See 10/07.
Extended Behind the Scenes Tour
Creepy Crawly Creatures
Full Moon Kayak-Rice Creek
8am. Mayfaire Town Center. Presented by Pine Valley UMC benefiting Habitat for Humanity.Visit www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org for registration details.
11am – 4pm. NC Museum of Natural Sciences. The Museum partners with NC Section of the American Chemical Society to bring chemical craziness to participants. Topics include “Polymers, the Stuff of Life,” “Electrochemistry of the Brain,” “Metals in Biology” and more. Free. Contact (919) 733-7450 for event details.
Toddler Time
Kim Dicso Plays the Carolina Courtyard
3:30 - 4:30pm. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Going Canadian-Canadian Thanksgiving.” See 10/04.
Habitat Dash
9am – 12pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/01.
8 – 9am. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. Toddlers & their parents are invited to explore the Aquarium before the doors open. Ages 1-3. Meet animals, hear a fishy story, have breakfast and playtime. $15/Ages 13+. $13/Ages 3-12. (Includes admission for the day.) $5/Age 2. Free/Under 2. Call 458-7468 for required pre-registration.
11 Tuesday
Kids Cooking Club: Going Global
Capital Ford, Market Street. Showcasing some of the great cars of Capital Ford, Lincoln & Mercury of Wilmington. Enjoy music, food, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle. Contact 265-8265 or e-mail sencmc@ec.rr.com for event schedule.
Surf Fishing
Breakfast with the Fishes
3:30 - 4:30pm. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Halloween Puppet Making.” See 10/07.
12 – 1pm. Carolina Courtyard Park, next to Main Library. Local musician plays pop, rock & alt-Americana. See 10/04.
Educator Appreciation Week
All Ford Car & Truck Show
Behind the Scenes Tour
Trash to Treasures
15 Saturday
NC State Fair
10 - 11am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Big Pumpkin – no Bake Pumpkin Pie.” See 10/06.
10 Monday Columbus Day
Dusk. Garrison Lawn @ Ft. Johnston, Southport. “Monster House.” Free. Contact 457-7945 for more information.
13 Thursday
Kids Cooking Club: Storybook Series
1:30, 2:30 & 3:30pm. Cape Fear Museum. 3…2…1… Blastoff! Venture into the Museum’s portable planetarium and explore the night sky in the daytime. Investigate fall constellations and discover how to locate these “seasonal pictures.” Free with paid Museum admission. Appropriate for all ages. Call 798-4357 for more information.
Movies on the Coast
Daily through 10/23. Barnes & Noble. Celebrate with special events and discounts for pre-K – 12th grade educators. Call 509-1880 for details.
8am – 12pm. Daily through 10/23. Raleigh. Visit www. ncstatefair.org for information regarding tickets, contests, attractions and more.
Cape Fear Skies: Fall Constellations
Character appearance and story station! Bring a camera. Call 509-0153 for details.
3:30 – 5pm. Halyburton Park. Get an inside glimpse of who’s lurking and creeping around in the deep dark woods. Then, build a scary, spooky craft. Ages 6-10. $5/participant. Contact 341-0075 to pre-register or visit www. halyburtonpark.com for more information.
The Cat in the Hat
4 – 5pm. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff.
11am – 5pm. Carolina Beach Lake. Hosted by Saving Animals During Disasters to help in the care and medical needs of neglected and abused animals. Music, food, pet contests, pet adoptions and prizes. For more information, call 458-7233.
Celebrity Chef, Paula Deen
1pm. Brunswick Community College, Odell Williamson Auditorium. Food Network star shares time with fans. $100/includes assigned seating and autographed Paula Deen Southern Cooking Bible. Call 755-7416 for more event details.
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10am. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Gentle music and movement with Kindermusik educator, Karen Stirnitzke. Ages birth – 1 ½. Reservations recommended. Contact 509-0153 for details.
Extended Behind the Scenes Tour
2 - 4pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/03.
20 Thursday Photo Credit: Wilmington/Cape Fear Coast CVB Screen Gems Studios Tour
12pm and 2pm. Screen Gems Studios. See 10/01.
Kids at CAM
12 - 3pm. Cameron Art Museum. Enjoy an afternoon of creativity and imagination! Make art to take home and explore exhibitions. No pre-registration necessary. Parental supervision required. $3 per child (family membership). $5 per child (non-members). Adults free. Call 395-5999 or visit cameronartmuseum.com for more information.
Weird Science
1 – 4pm. Cape Fear Museum. See 10/01.
Charlie Brown the Musical
3pm and 6pm. Performance Club Studio Theater. See Charlie, Snoopy, Lucy and all the Peanuts gang live on stage. Tickets $10. Visit www.PerformanceClubKids.com for more information.
Ghost Ship
7 – 10pm. Battleship NC. See 10/14.
Roya Weyerhaeuser
8pm. Thalian Hall, Main Stage. Enjoy the sounds of this world-renowned concert pianist and composer. Proceeds benefit Welcome Home Angel, Inc. Performance Tickets/$25. Performance & Champagne Reception/$50. Contact 632-2285 for information or ticket purchases.
16 Sunday NC Oyster Festival Road Race 6:30am. Ocean Isle Beach. Registration at 6:30. 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:00, 5K/10K at 8:30. Entry fee is $35 through 10/12 or $40 from 10/13 – 10/16. Cash Prizes. Register at www.active.com (search NC Oyster Festival Road Race). For additional information, call 754-6644.
Oktoberfest 15K, 5K and 15K Walk
8am. Brunswick Forest Fitness Center. 5 Star Race Productions Event Race.Visit www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org for registration details.
Ocean Isle Oyster Festival Road Race 10K/5K
8:30am. 44 East First St, Ocean Isle Beach. Visit www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org for registration information.
Model Train Show
10am – 5pm. Lakewood Conference Center, Myrtle Beach.Vendors, operating layouts, N.HO.O. scale, and door prizes. Adults/$5. Children/$3. Ages 2 and under free.
Behind the Scenes Tour
1 – 2:30pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/02.
Charlie Brown the Musical
3pm and 6pm. Performance Club Studio Theater. See 10/15.
17 Monday Trash to Treasures
10 – 11am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Toilet Paper Bats.” See 10/03.
Kids Cooking Club: Storybook Series
10 - 11am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Pumpkin Soup – Pumpkin Soup.” See 10/06.
Children’s Discovery Time 10 – 11am. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. Reptiles! See 10/06.
Behind the Scenes Tour
11:30am – 1pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/02.
The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming Difficulties 7pm. Pine Valley Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd. Bldg B/Room 3. Babies and dads welcome. Call Julia 791-2853 for more information.
Church. The fun begins with yard sale and breakfast. Lunch from 11am – 2pm features BBQ pork or chicken plates. Festival is free and includes hayrides and face painting.
Riverfront Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm. Riverfront Park. See 10/01.
Pleasure Island Fresh Market 8am – 1pm. Carolina Beach Marina. See 10/01.
Wilmington Arthritis Walk
9am. Hugh MacRae Park. One & three mile walks, prizes, raffles, kids’ activities and live music (from the Use-to-Be’s). Come celebrate National Make-a-Difference Day. Register on-line at www. ArthritisWalkWilmington.org.
Canoeing Holly Shelter
9am – 1pm. Pender County. See 10/08.
American Liver Foundation Joey Jog
10am. Harbor United Methodist Church. 5K Run/Walk.Visit www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org for registration details.
Story Station and Puppets
10 – 11am. Learning Express Toys, Hanover Center (251-6636). See 10/21.
Magic Tree House Book Club
SciFest
2 - 4pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/03.
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Fine Art & Craft Show
18 Tuesday
Toddler Time
Model Train Show
10am – 5pm. Lakewood Conference Center, Myrtle Beach. See 10/16.
Extended Behind the Scenes Tour
Nutrition and Weaning
10am. Grace United Methodist Church, 4th & Grace Streets. Babies welcome. Call Rica at 622-3792 for more information.
Catesby Jones Plays the Carolina Courtyard
12 – 1pm. Carolina Courtyard Park, next to Main Library. Local musician plays folk rock. See 10/04.
Kids Cooking Club: Going Global
3:30 - 4:30pm. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Going Russian-Salade Oliviere.” See 10/04.
UNCW Choirs
7pm. Minnie Evans Arts Center, 555 Halyburton Memorial Pkwy. Performances by the choirs of UNCW, Ashley High School, Murray Middle School and Anderson Elementary School. Free. Call 962-3415 for more information.
19 Wednesday Poplar Grove Farmer’s Market
8am – 1pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. See 10/05.
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7pm. Barnes & Noble, Mayfaire. Meet in the Children’s Department and have fun discussing the adventures of Jack and Annie while creating crafts and enjoying activities. Call 509-1880 for more information.
10 - 10:30am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Painted Trick or Treat Bags.” See 10/07.
Adventures in Art!
3:30 - 4:30pm. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Beaded Spider Webs and Pasta X-rays.” See 10/07.
Story Station and Puppets
4 – 5pm. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Diane Bonney and her Laceyville Monkeys puppet friends read The Laceyville Monkeys Say the Right Words. Call 509-0153 for more information.
Low Country Oyster Roast
6 – 11pm. Airlie Gardens. Meet at the Gardens for an evening of steamed oysters, Carolina BBQ, fish fry and all the fixings’! Start the evening with soothing sounds of the Sea Pans steel drum ensemble. $75/person with parking on-site. Proceeds benefit Airlie’s Environmental Education Program. For more information, call 798-7700.
22 Saturday UMC Fall Festival
6:30am. Hampstead United Methodist
10am – 4pm. Cape Fear Museum.Visit hands-on activity stations throughout the Museum and conduct experiments with local scientists to uncover the secrets of science. $3/Members. $6/Non-members. Call 798-4362 or visit www.capefearmuseum.com for more information. 10am – 5pm. Mayfaire Main Street. Wilmington Art Association presents arts and crafts for display.Visit www.wilmingtonart.org for details.
Sketchbook Saturday
10:30am. NC Museum of Art, Raleigh. See 10/08.
Screen Gems Studios Tour
12pm and 2pm. Screen Gems Studios. See 10/01.
Aquarist Apprentice
2 – 4:30pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/01.
Charlie Brown the Musical
3pm and 6pm. Performance Club Studio Theater. See 10/15.
Wilmington Symphony Concert
8 – 10pm. UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium. $25/Ticket. $6/Youth. Call 962-3500 for ticket purchases.
23 Sunday Behind the Scenes Tour
1 – 2:30pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/02.
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Charlie Brown the Musical
3pm and 6pm. Performance Club Studio Theater. See 10/15. UNCW String Ensemble 7:30pm. UNCW Beckwith Recital Hall. Free/No ticket required. For more information, call 962-3415.
24 Monday Trash to Treasures
10 – 11am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Pumpkin Paper Plates.” See 10/03.
25 Tuesday WPD Pipe & Drum Corp Plays the Carolina Courtyard
Cape Fear Fair & Expo
5 – 11pm. Wilmington Airport. Rides, games, concessions, demonstrations, livestock and more. Fun for all ages! Tickets $20. Walk around ticket $5 (excludes rides) available Mon.- Thurs.Visit www.capefearfair.com for event details and coupon.
28 Friday Midnight 5K Run for Ovarian Cancer
Transition Fair for Special Needs Students & Parents
9:30am – 7:30pm. Dale K. Spencer Building, 1802 S. 15th St. Presented by the NHCS Transition Advisory Team and designed to expose students and parents to employment, educational, and community service opportunities in the Wilmington area. Contact Betsey Stanwood at betsy.stanwood@nhcs.net or 254-4466 for complete information.
Baby Musik
10am. Learning Express Toys, Hanover Center (251-6636). See 10/19.
27 Thursday Kids Cooking Club: Storybook Series
10 - 11am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Bone Soup – Bone Soup.” See 10/06.
1 – 4pm. Cape Fear Museum. See 10/01.
Aquarist Apprentice
2 – 4:30pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/01.
30 Sunday NC Festival by the Sea
Toddler Time
Daddy & Me
Happy Tails
10 - 10:30am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Pumpkin Hunt!” See 10/07.
Cape Fear Fair & Expo
2 - 4pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/03.
8am – 1pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. See 10/05.
8am – 1pm. Riverfront Park. See 10/01.
Weird Science
8am – 1pm. Carolina Beach Marina. See 10/01.
Kids Cooking Club: Going Global
Poplar Grove Farmer’s Market
Riverfront Farmer’s Market
display hundreds of blooms. Come see the beauty.Visit www.tidewatercamelliaclub. org for more information.
Pleasure Island Fresh Market
5pm – 2am. Wilmington Airport. See 10/27.
26 Wednesday
8am. Halyburton Park, George Anderson Entrance. Participate in the 5K/10K/1.3 Mile Walk/1.0 Mile Timed Run to raise funds for the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. Find registration information and details at active.com or email Jim Bader at flashbackinfo@ec.rr.com.
12am. UNCW Warwick Center.Visit www. wilmingtonroadrunners.org for registration details.
12 – 1pm. Carolina Courtyard Park, next to Main Library. Local musician plays traditional bagpipe music. See 10/04.
3:30 - 4:30pm. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Going Japanese-Sushi and Candy Sushi.” See 10/04.
Pine Valley Delivery Dash
Extended Behind the Scenes Tour
Adventures in Art!
3:30 - 4:30pm. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Pumpkin Tie Dye.” See 10/07.
Fourth Friday Gallery Walk
6 – 9pm. Downtown Wilmington. A selfguided tour through several Wilmington galleries and studios. Includes artist discussions, live music, wine tasting and other art-based activities. Call 343-8997 for more information.
“All You Need is Love”
7:30 – 9pm. Scottish Rite Temple. Wilmington Choral Society presents music of the Beatles. Support Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard by bringing a non-perishable food item to the concert. Tickets/$10-$12. Visit http://wilmingtonchoralsociety.com for more information.
29 Saturday YMCA Beach2Battleship
7am.Wrightsville Beach to Downtown Wilmington. 2.4-Mile Swim. 112-Mile Bike. 26.2- Mile Run. Open until 10/26 @ 7am. Visit http://www.setupevents.com to register.
9 – 10am. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. Dads and their children learn together about aquarium animals and enjoy playtime in the Freshwater Wonders Room. $13/Ages 1-2 for one adult and one child ($1/each additional child). Call 458-7468 for required pre-registration.Visit www.ncaquariums. com for program details.
Surf Fishing
9am – 12pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/01.
NC Festival by the Sea
9am – 5pm. Ocean Isle Beach. Walk in the parade. Join the horseshoe tournament and sandcastle building contest. Enjoy face painting, kite flying, rides and live entertainment.Visit www.hbmerchants.com/ events for details.
Cape Fear Fair & Expo
5pm – 2am. Wilmington Airport. See 10/27.
Colonial Heritage Day @ Brunswick
10am – 4pm. Brunswick Town. Take a journey into America’s past with costumed interpreters. Interactive activities & demonstrations including toys, games, candle dipping, and more! Visit http:// hscal.ncdcr.gov/brunswickanderson for more information.
Screen Gems Studios Tour
12pm and 2pm. Screen Gems Studios. See 10/01.
Fall Camellia Show & Sale
12:30pm. NHC Arboretum. Camellia experts from all over the southeastern US
9am – 5pm. Ocean Isle Beach. See 10/29. 12 – 4pm. Poplar Grove Plantation. The 1st Annual Dog Expo at the Plantation. Contact www.poplargrove.com or call 686-9518 for event details.
Behind the Scenes Tour
1 – 2:30pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/02.
Cape Fear Fair & Expo
5pm – 2am. Wilmington Airport. See 10/27.
31 Monday Trash to Treasures
10 – 11am. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. “Pumpkin Paper Mache.” See 10/03.
Extended Behind the Scenes Tour
2 - 4pm. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. See 10/03.
Cape Fear Fair & Expo
5pm – 2am. Wilmington Airport. See 10/27.
To submit events to the calendar, please email calendar@ wilmingtonparent.com Deadline for submissions to the November issue is October 9, 2011.
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Barbecue and Open House
11am – 5pm. Carolina Beach Fire Department. Support local firefighters and enjoy BBQ plates for $7. Tour the department and check out the trucks. Call 4588434 for details.
CIS Benefit Gala for Children
6 – 10pm. Sea Trail Golf Resort and Convention Center, Sunset Beach. Enjoy “A Taste of Brunswick County” by the area’s finest chefs, live and silent auctions, 50/50 raffle and live music. $100/person. Proceeds benefit children and families through the programs of Communities in Schools of Brunswick County. Call 4573494 for more information.
StoryBook Mystery Dinner Theatre
6:30pm. The Balcony on Dock. Special Halloween performance and costume party. $40/Adults. $20/Kids. Call 232-6611 for details.
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Ease Your Money Worries
8 things you can do this week to stop fussing about your finances by Teri Cettina
M
ake a list of what’s bugging you.
Sometimes we don’t really know why we’re worried about money; it’s just a vague, uncomfortable feeling that sits with us. Confront your anxiety by writing it down: Are you concerned about paying bills late? Deciding whether you can afford to quit work and stay home with your kids? Sometimes just seeing your worries on paper can make them seem more manageable. You don’t need to ponder solutions yet. Just write down what’s bothering you.
Set a “worry appointment.” Ellie Kay, mom of five and author of The Debt Diet, says she’s learned to fit money worries into her busy schedule without letting them take over. “My grandmother taught me to pick a specific day and time to worry. If I was anxious about how we were going to afford the next baby, for instance, I’d tell myself, ‘I’m going to think about that on Tuesday at 10 am,’” she says. “Of course, that exercise often helped set aside my worry. But if it was still nagging at me, I’d use that hour to do some research or talk to friends about the problem.” Use the time each week to tackle one of the things on your list. For instance, if paying for college is stressing you out, use your worry appointment to learn about 529 plans (special funds specifically for education savings). The site Savingforcollege.com has a great introduction to these plans, as well as details on each state’s plans, so you can actually get started.
Reduce surprise expenses. We’re talking about budget busters like big winter heating bills or unexpected car repairs. Shannon Plate, a mom of two, professional budget counselor, and author of Degunking Your Personal Finances, has an easy solution: Estimate any expenses that could pop up periodically throughout the year—gifts for holidays and birthdays, summer camp for your kids, and car and household repairs. “Divide these annual expenses by twelve. That’s what you should plan to save every month to cover your costs. You can start a separate savings account for this money or categorize it separately in your checking account if you’re careful about it,” she says. One way to eliminate the surprise factor in your monthly utility expenses: Most
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gas and electric companies offer no-cost “budget” or “even-pay” plans. The company simply reviews your utility bills over the past year, determines your average monthly cost, and charges you an even amount every month. No more surprise $400 heating bills in the middle of January.
Figure out one way to save on regular expenses. Concerned about how much you’re spending on diapers? Wondering whether your daycare is too expensive? Kay suggests focusing on just one area of potential savings each week. If you try to overhaul your spending habits all at once, you’ll quickly overwhelm yourself. Instead: • Try online comparison-shopping at sites like MySimon.com and PriceGrabber.com for anything from microwaves to toys. • Call three or four other daycare centers and compare their rates to what you’re paying now. • Focus on the items that cost the most—and on those that can save you a lot. Don’t waste time figuring out how to save ten cents on baby food.
Pay your bills according to your paychecks. Maybe you and your husband get paid every two weeks but you’re paying bills only once a month. That’s an easy way to lose track of how much money you really have and how much you owe. Set aside an hour this week and try this method instead: Make a section on a piece of paper for each paycheck you get per month. If you and your partner both get paid twice per month, for instance, combine your pay and write sections for “Our No. 1 Paychecks (first of month)” and “Our No. 2 Paychecks (15th of month).” List your take-home pay for each paycheck period. Now decide which bills you can afford to pay out of each paycheck. Anything due at the very beginning of the month (such as mortgage, rent, and daycare payments) should be paid out of Paycheck No. 2 from the previous month. Anything due in the middle part of the month can be paid out of Paycheck No. 1. Variable expenses like diapers, groceries, and clothing can be split between the two checks. If you truly have too many bills
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due during one pay period, see if you can change the due date on your credit card bill or if you can pay your daycare provider every two weeks instead of once a month. Then create two folders: “First of the Month Bills” and “15th of the Month Bills.” Leave them where you can see them, and drop each bill into its appropriate folder as soon as you receive it. Now you’ll know exactly what to pay and when to do it.
Banish the budget. “Most people hate the word ‘budget’ as much as I hate the word ‘diet.’ It’s so limiting!” says Janet Luhrs, a mom of two and author of The Simple Living Guide and a monthly newsletter at Simpleliving.com. If you’re worried about that unforgiving bottom line, try looking at the bigger picture, she says. One night after the kids are in bed, sit down with your partner in a relaxed setting and talk about what you’d really like to spend money on if you could. What are your ideal ways to spend your hard-earned green? Traveling? Retiring early? Adding a pool? “So next week, when you consider buying something unnecessary, ask yourself if that purchase is more important than those big-picture goals you discussed. When you put spending in that context, it often helps you spend less,” says Luhrs.
Use cash for little extras.
Start a mini-emergency fund. Financial pros often say you should save the equivalent of three to six months of living expenses in case you hit an unexpected bump in the road, like a job loss or big medical expense. But for many families, that’s an unreachable goal. Since a rainy-day fund is a great way to decrease money anxiety, Dave Ramsey, radio talk-show host and author of The Total Money Makeover, advocates putting $1,000 into a “beginner” emergency fund. “This fund can help you pay for unexpected expenses so you aren’t tempted to pull out your credit cards and go deeper into debt,” he says. The money should be in an easily accessible place like a bank money-market account. To jump-start your savings plan, have a garage sale or stash away your next raise. The bottom line: Doing something, anything, to improve your family’s money situation—even if it only takes a few minutes at a time—is a great way to break out of your worry rut. Think in terms of baby steps. Every step you take can make you feel just a little braver about taking the next one. v Teri Cettina is a mom, freelance magazine writer and family finance blogger: www.YourFamilyMoney. wordpress.com.
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It All Adds Up: Easy Ways to Keep From Busting Your Monthly Budget By Robyn Passante
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ost of us flit away money every month. There’s the occasional quick trip for an expensive cup of coffee. An On-Demand movie on a Friday night. A barely scanned cell phone bill. We effortlessly chip away at our carefully constructed budgets, leaving ourselves vulnerable to overdrafts and end-of-the-month panic attacks. At our house, my favorite saying is “It all adds up,” which drives my husband crazy but keeps us on track. Because swiping your debit card to pay for a $4 mocha latte seems like a well-deserved way to spend pocket change, but doing that six times a month is $24 we could have used to pay down our credit card. In the interest of saving all of us more money every month, I’ve compiled a list of ways to save on the things for which we spend the most senseless cash.
Food. This one’s easy: Stop using your debit card for all food and drink purchases. The debit card is like invisible money; when we don’t see real dollar bills leaving our wallets, we neglect to add up all our incidental drive-through/convenience store/happy hour purchases. But it does all add up (“See honey!”), often to a number we would not have guessed we spend on caffeine, wine and subs. For the next month, keep track of all food-related spending (groceries, kids’ lunch money, and all dining/drinking out) and come up with a workable but frugal monthly food budget. On the first of the month, withdraw this much in cash and keep it in an envelope marked “Food.” Having to remove cash from the grocery envelope to fund your expensive coffee habit will serve as a wake-up call, without the caffeine.
Robyn Passante is a freelance journalist and mother of two whose husband has threatened to have “It all adds up” etched onto her tombstone someday.
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Media. We spend a lot of money on technology and media these days, so we need to cut corners where we can. For movies, Redbox is your friend. The DVD rental service, with handy red kiosks located in thousands of stores across the country where you pick up (and return) the DVD you order online, will save your family precious dollars on at-home entertainment. For example, ordering “Rio” On-Demand would have cost my family $4.99; ordering it from Redbox and picking it up at the grocery store six blocks from my house cost me $1. (http://www.redbox.com/) Also, don’t be passive with your cell phone bill! Two free website services to try are OverMyMinutes.com, which sends you a free text message or email when you are nearing your monthly minute limit; and BillShrink. com, which compares your plan to most other major wireless providers to find you the best plan for your particular usage habits and needs. You can either upload your online cell phone bill (to their secure server), or just manually estimate your usage, which requires no personal information. If you’re happy with your current cell phone provider, or are stuck in a two-year contract, at least be sure to study your statement each month to see whether you’re using most of your allotted minutes, text messages and data amounts. If you’re consistently under your allotments, it’s time to drop to a lower tier and save some dough. v
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Gas. There are two main ways to save on this budget-choker: Drive smarter and pick your pumps wisely. AAA’s Fuel Cost Calculator (www. fuelcostcalculator.com) helps you plot out the most efficient route to wherever it is you’re going. And Dad was right: Keep your tires fully inflated, your air filter clean and your engine tuned. Oh, and leave the windows rolled up if you’re going over 40 mph. To save at the pump, get the Gas Buddy app or go to sites such as www. gaspricewatch.com, www.fuelmeup.com, or www.gasbuddy.com to find the cheapest price for gas near you. Also check with your local grocery stores and convenience stores to find out which ones offer rewards cards with discounts at the pump.
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.
for baby? Rest assured we’re totally prepared for you. Glen Meade offers complete obstetrics and gynecological care, including the expertise of a boardcertified Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialist. So whether your pregnancy goes as expected, or you have unexpected factors that need to be monitored, Glen Meade delivers.
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.
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Susan Lorencz, FNP, joined Glen Meade Center for Women’s Health in July 2011 with four years’ experience in OB/GYN care. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from UNCChapel Hill and her Master of Science in Nursing from Duke University. Her primary areas of focus include adolescent care, contraception and prenatal care.
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Bellamy Mansion
Celebrates 150th Anniversary By Gretchen Lamont
tradition brought from Africa was to place small objects, such as buttons, under a house to bless it. The third floor is where the younger Bellamy children had their bedrooms. From there, a staircase leads up to the belvedere with its amazing view. (Little ones must have found it a perfect place for hide-and- seek). From the top of the house it’s 74 steps down to the basement housing a big kitchen, dining room, ironing room, and butler’s pantry. It would have been cool and comfortable in the basement for dining.
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magine, 150 candles on a birthday cake. Imagine blowing them all out! This year marks an awesome anniversary for the landmark Bellamy Mansion built as the city residence of a prominent planter on the eve of the Civil War. A spectacular example of opulent antebellum architecture, the house situated on the corner of Fifth and Market streets has fascinating stories to tell, including mysterious tales of ghostly hauntings. The 22-room house, built from 1858-61 for Dr. John D. Bellamy, his wife, Eliza, and their nine children, was constructed by enslaved carpenters and freed black artisans under the supervision of architect James F. Post and draftsman Rufus Bunnell. Home to family members until 1946, the mansion was taken over by Federal troops in 1865 and in 1972 survived a disastrous fire. Today visitors can gain intriguing insights into how the Bellamy family lived and what Wilmington was like 150 years ago. In the backyard, the carriage house held not only carriages and horses, but also a cow for milk, and the nearby white building was the chicken house. The original brick slave quarters, remarkably unchanged, is nearing completion of a major restoration.
Eliza Bellamy loved flowers and inspired a beautiful formal garden that has been recreated to resemble the original design—complete with elliptical flowerbeds and curving pathways paved with oyster shells. Wide front steps lead up to the porch with its 14 massive Corinthian columns. On the first floor a visitor enters the formal double parlor to note the pocket doors, gas chandeliers, and paintings done by the oldest child of the family, Belle, when she was 20 years old. Upstairs are the adult bedrooms. A display in the back bedroom honoring the builders of the house includes photographs, bricks, and even buttons. It seems that a
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Not lived in from 1946 to 1972, the mansion was no doubt an inviting residence for friendly spirits. There are tales of sightings of former residents peering down from windows, sounds of the restless tread of Union soldiers, and the tinkling of a piano playing by itself in the middle of the night. Then there are those shadowy figures lurking at the top of a staircase and behind the towering columns! The Bellamy Mansion operates today as a museum of history and design arts, and is now a stewardship property of Preservation North Carolina. Gallery spaces feature changing exhibits on architectural history, historic preservation and the design arts. Tours on the hour are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, 1 to 5 pm. A Young Person’s Guide to the Bellamy Mansion Museum is available for the asking. In spite of her advancing years, this grande dame is full of spirit. The mansion will kick up its heels to celebrate the 150th anniversary at The Bellamy Ball to be held Saturday, October 8. The gala includes cocktails, silent auction, seated dinner and dancing under the stars. To inquire about ticket availability, call 910-251-3700. Happy Birthday, Bellamy Mansion, and many happy returns! v Gretchen Lamont is a freelance writer based in Wilmington, NC.
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Library Book Sale! It’s THAT time of year again! The Library Book Sale will be held from October 1 – October 5 at the Northeast Branch on Military Cutoff. Saturday, October 1 from 9am – 5pm Sunday, October 2 from 11am – 5pm Monday, October 3 from 9am – 6pm Tuesday, October 4 from 9am – 6pm Wednesday, October 5 from 9am – 1pm You won’t believe the bargains and the tremendous selection. This is a “must do” this time of year for adding to your own book collection as you support the local library!
Communities in Schools Benefit Gala The CIS 10th Annual Benefit Gala for Children is scheduled for October 27. This black-tie event features “A Taste of Brunswick County” with the area’s finest chefs participating. The evening also includes live and silent auctions, 50/50 raffles, and live music. Individual tickets are available for $100/person. Proceeds benefit children and families through the programs of CIS Brunswick County.
New Director for the Cameron Art Museum
For more information about this event, or to donate an auction item, please call (910) 457-3494.
The Cameron Art Museum has announced Anne Brennan as its new Director!
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Ms. Brennan has been serving as Acting Director since February of this year. In addition to this role, Ms. Brennan’s longstanding service at the CAM has included positions as Assistant Director and Curator. She has also been a Fellow of the A+ Schools Program of the NC Arts Council since 2007 and holds a Masters of Fine Arts from Eastern Carolina University.
The In Treatment Group meets in small group settings on the first and third Thursday evenings of each month for nine weeks. This program is designed for cancer patients who are in any stage of treatment, including women with impending surgery and those undergoing radiation and chemotherapy. The Group provides a warm, safe place where women can focus on many issues.
For details about the current events going on at the CAM, visit www.cameronartmuseum.com.
Women of Hope announces its free “Focused on You” support programs. The programs provide an In Treatment Group and Woman to Woman Mentoring for women battling cancer. All programs are complimentary to patients and caregivers.
Woman to Woman Mentoring is for women who are not comfortable with group settings. Mentors are volunteers who have experienced cancer as a patient and who believe that everyone should have support when battling cancer. This program connects women who are newly diagnosed or survivors to peer mentors, who are similar in age, survivors of similar cancer and in a similar stage of life. These programs began in September and run through January, 2012. Contact the Women of Hope office at (910) 799-7178 for more information.
Garden Plots Available Several plots are available for the fall/winter growing season in the Leland Community Garden. The Garden is located beside the Parks & Recreation office across from Leland Town Hall. Individual plots come in 10’x20’, 10’x10’, and 4’x10’ sizes. Participants may also choose to help in the community plot where all produce is donated to the Manna Ministries food bank. There is no charge for the plots and water is provided on site. The Town is now accepting applications that can be picked up at the Leland Parks & Recreation office. Plots will be assigned on a firstcome, first-served basis. If you are interested in gardening, contact Amy Ryan at aryan@townofleland.com or (910) 332-4823.
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Welcoming New Parents Our pediatric medical practice is designed to provide medical care to infants, children, and adolescents from birth through 18 years of age. Our focus is on the total development of each child; physical, mental, social and emotional. We offer a sick walk in clinic Monday through Saturday 8am – 11am; well visits by appointment from 9 am – 5pm Monday through Friday and sick visits by appointment 1pm – 6:30pm Monday – Thursday (4pm on Fridays).
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When trying to decide what to include in our Fit Family section this month, we wondered what kind of things were “nationally special” about the month of October. Here’s what we discovered. The month of October is extremely popular! Did you know it’s not only National Pizza Month and National Pretzel Month but also National Pasta Month? You might even think it’s the “month of things beginning with the letter ‘P’” because it’s also known to be National Pickled Peppers Month and National Popcorn Poppin’ Month! This isn’t quite the case as there are many things recognized in the month of October. All in all, October’s quite a fun-filled thirty-one days. So, to help you get into a festive fall spirit, we’ve included recipes that simply “fit” the month of October. ENJOY!
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Local Races
October 8 @ 8am TrySports/Mayfaire Town Center
Scotts Hill Loop 10K/5K October 1 @ 8am Scotts Hill Baptist Church
Riverfest Run the River 8K WRRC Grand Prix Event October 9 @ 8am Downtown Wilmington
Run for the TA-TAs 5K Benefiting the Pink Ribbon Project
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Trick or Treat Trot 5K/10K/1 Mile Fun Run WRRC Grand Prix Event October 15 @ 9am Communities in Schools, 20 N 4th Street
Ocean Isle Community System 44 East First St, Ocean Isle Beach
Habitat Dash 5K Run and 1 Mile Untimed Fun Run Presented by Pine Valley United Methodist Church Benefiting Habitat for Humanity October 15 @ 8am (rescheduled due to storm) Mayfaire Town Center First Bank Oktoberfest 15K, 5K and 15K Walk 5 Star Race Productions Event Race October 16 @ 8am Brunswick Forest Fitness Center Ocean Isle Oyster Festival Road Race 10K/5K October 16 @ 8:30am
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5th Annual American Liver Foundation Joey Jog 5K Run/Walk October 22 @ 10am Harbor United Methodist Church Midnight 5K Run for Ovarian Cancer Sigma Alpha Omega October 28 @ Midnight UNCW Warwick Center Pine Valley Delivery Dash 5K/10K Benefiting Local Food Bank October 29 @ 8am Pine Valley, Wilmington Visit www.wilmingtonroadrunners.org to find race information and registration.
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school notes
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NHCS to Serve as Pilot for New Program New Hanover County Schools will serve as a pilot district for the NC Department of Public Instruction’s Parent Assist Module (PAM). PAM is an on-line data system that will allow parents instant access to their children’s school information. The program is expected to become accessible to NHCS parents starting around October 15 and will allow parents to view: • Detailed Attendance Information • Detailed Grade Information (from each Teacher’s Grade Book) • Summary Grade Information (Report Card) • Standardized Testing Information • Personal Demographic Information • Emergency Contact Information • Student Credits • School Calendar Once the system becomes available, any parent with Internet access will be able to view this critical data about their child(ren) in read-only format. NCDPI will provide technical support and training on the program. Schools will be responsible for creating and maintaining parent log-ins and passwords as well as answering questions regarding student progress. This program is expected to assist with communication between school and home, and should be available to all NC school districts by the end of 2011.
“What’s Next In Your Life?” Transition Fair for Special Needs Students and Parents The Transition Advisory Team from NHCS will hold the “What’s Next in Your Life?” Transition Fair for parents and students with disabilities and special needs. The fair will be held on Wednesday, October 26 at the Dale K. Spencer Building, 1802 South 15th St., from 9:30 am - 7:30 pm for students, with evening events planned for parents. The fair is designed to expose students and parents to employment, educational, and community service opportunities in the greater Wilmington area. Employers and community agencies will be on hand to share information on employment opportunities and agency services.
Lake Forest Academy Selected for Whole Child Initiative Lake Forest Academy in New Hanover County was chosen by the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development’s (ASCD) Whole Child Initiative to be part of a new program in which schools implement the whole child approach to education. The program challenges schools to develop learners who are knowledgeable, emotionally and physically healthy, civically active, artistically engaged, prepared for economic selfsufficiency, and ready for the world beyond formal schooling. Lake Forest was noted as a school prepared to nurture students in this way.
Students from Ashley, Hoggard, Laney and New Hanover high schools may take part in the fair during the day. The fair is open to parents from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Break-out informational sessions are scheduled to begin at 6 pm. Topics include Vocational Rehabilitation, Working & Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Housing Waivers, Estate Planning and Guardianship. Limited childcare available for the evening session. Contact Ann Mason at 254-4450 to reserve a space. For additional information, contact Betsy Stanwood at betsy.stanwood@nhcs.net or 254-4466.
The Cape Fear Museum Offers Field Trip Opportunities Just look at the variety of field trips offered to schools in our area by The Cape Fear Museum!
For more information about this initiative, visit www.ascd.org.
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Prehistoric Cape Fear – Grades K & 1 Forces & Motion – Grade 1 What’s in Your Back Yard? – Grades 1-3 Native Americans – Grade 2 Starlab – Grade 3 Math Madness – Grades 3-8 People of the Past – Grade 4 Electricity & Magnetism – Grade 4 Simple Machines – Grades 5 & 7 Exhibit Tours – Grades K-12 School programs are inquiry-based, hands-on,
curriculum-linked experiences. They are offered from September 2011 through May 2012. The cost is only $3/student (NHC Schools) and $6/student (nonNHC Schools) for groups of 10 or more students. Each program is 60 to 90 minutes long. Call (910) 798-4362 to schedule a field trip for your group! Museum Outreach Programs are also offered. Let the Museum bring the “field trip” to you! These programs are about 60 minutes in length and are available for grades K-5. The cost is $5/student (NHC Schools) and $6/student (non-NHC Schools) plus mileage. Call (910) 798-4362 for information about program opportunities.
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School’s Out! New Hanover County: Traditional Schools: October 28 – Student Half Day/Staff Development Day October 31 – Staff Development Day Year Round Schools: October 3 – 14 - Intersession Isaac Bear Early College: October 28 – Staff Development Day Wilmington Early College: October 10 – Staff Development Day
Grateful for a Great Smile Robert B. Campbell, DDS Specializing in Braces for Children & Adults
Brunswick: Traditional Schools: October 10 – Parent Conference/Teacher Workday Brunswick Early College: October 13 – Parent Conference/Teacher Workday October 14 – Teacher Workday
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Pender: Traditional Schools: October 27 – 28 – Student Vacation/Staff Workdays Penderlea Year Round School: October 3 – 5 – School Closed October 27 – 28 – Student Vacation/Staff Workdays Pender Early College: October 7 – Student Vacation/Staff Workday October 27 – 28 – Student Vacation/Staff Workdays
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Welcome Home
Angel
Local non-profit makes homecoming extra special…
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or children with life altering illnesses or injuries, “normal” has a different definition. For most there is no running and playing, no team sports, and little interaction with other children except at school or daycare. Most of these children spend an inordinate amount of time in their homes and in their rooms watching TV and dreaming about what it would be like to be the “other children.” Their parents know a different “normal” as well. So much time is spent in hospitals, doctor’s offices, pharmacies, and in prayer. They also must assist the child with simple tasks like bathing, dressing, eating, brushing teeth, going to the restroom or changing diapers. Most of the homes these families live in were not designed for the handicapped. Bathrooms become a place of struggle and even danger. Entry to the home can be challenging. A step becomes a mountain. Welcome Home Angel, Inc. was formed in November of 2007 to address the needs of these children and their families. Welcome Home Angel provides a room makeover for the child to give him
or her a space to live as comfortably as possible, and that addresses their individual likes and healthcare situation. Barriers to care that exist in the home are also evaluated, and appropriate action is taken to remove them. A minor makeover is provided to the siblings’ rooms as well so they don’t feel left out. In the short time this local non-profit has existed they’ve made-over a dozen homes, have two under remodel now, and four on the waiting list. Welcome Home Angel, Inc. serves a 25-mile radius of Wilmington and children from 4 - 18. Referrals are received through the healthcare community, social services, the school system and support groups. Welcome Home Angel also provides referrals to other agencies and non-profits that offer programs to assist these children. Welcome Home Angel, Inc. was founded by John Kaiser, a commercial interior designer, and uses the skills of the Wilmington area interior design community as well as local general contractors to provide the makeovers. “It is amazing how giving these professionals are even in the face of the economic uncertainty they face in their businesses,” says John. “Like most nonprofits we rely on the generosity of our donors to pay for the makeovers. We are extremely pleased with the response of the community.” There are two major fundraisers each year. In the spring there’s the Welcome Home Angel, Inc. luncheon and during the second weekend in December the organization puts on the annual Christmas Tour of Landfall. Coming up October 15 is a benefit concert headlined by Roya Weyerhaeuser at Thalian Hall. To find out more about this local charity and how you can get involved, go to www.welcomehomeangel.com. v
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department | going green
Eliminating Extra Emissions
going green
Tips for cutting back on car usage
By Brandy Metzger
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ur cars are a prime source of carbon emissions that create air pollution and contribute to global warming. The Environmental Defense Fund states that, “1/3 of smog-producing air pollution comes from cars.” As a group, Americans are extremely dependent on their cars to get from place to place. However, with growing concerns about the effects of carbon emissions and the rising cost of gas, many are seeking out ways to cut back on automobile usage. The following are some ideas about how you can curtail your car travels.
Cutting back on automobile usage will not only protect our planet and natural resources, it will also save money. • Consolidate trips so that you can accomplish more in one trip, instead of running multiple errands. Jot down all the tasks that need to be accomplished for the week and pick a day to get them all done. Planning meals for the week is also helpful as it allows you to make one trip to the grocery store to purchase your weekly menu items. Eliminate trips to the bank and utility offices by having checks directly deposited and paying bills online. • Carpool. Riding with a friend or colleague to and from work not only cuts down on emissions and saves money on gas, but also gives you the perfect opportunity to discuss upcoming business or just vent about your day. For the kids, set up carpools with other neighbor-
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hood parents to transport them to school or to after school activities. • Find the shortest route. When planning for longer trips in the car, map out the shortest route to your destination before you get in the car. GPS systems are very helpful with this task, or use websites like MapQuest to plot your travels. • Use 2 wheels or 2 legs. When traveling shorter distances, why not bike or walk? Not only are these activities completely Earthfriendly, they’re also great exercise. • Plan a weekly “no car” day. Designate one day a week in which you don’t use the car at all. If you live in the city, use public transportation on your “no car” day. According to the American Public Transportation Association, “Public transportation’s overall effects save the United States 4.2 billion gallons of gasoline annually—more than 3 times the amount of gasoline imported from Kuwait.” Cutting back on automobile usage will not only protect our planet and natural resources, it will also save money. A study by CNN Money found that American households spent an average of $368.09 on gas in April of 2011. Just think—a few simple changes could save you big bucks! v Brandy Metzger is a gifted education specialist teaching in New Hanover County. She is also the owner of Green Giggles (www.greengiggles. com), an online store specializing in eco-friendly baby items.
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department | book beat
Tweenage Girls
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Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls, by Rachel Simmons. Along with the Queen Bees and Wannabes book, this resource will open your eyes about tweenage life for girls today. It looks more like a 16th century court than a Sweet 16 party. Simmons, a Rhodes Scholar, has done extensive research into this new “relational aggression” that is rife in today’s middle schools. Aggression with girls is much more subtle and undermining than with boys. Social isolation, all behind smiles and politeness, is maddening and manipulative. And there’s nothing the victim can do about it. Or, is there? Read this book for more information. Also, look into local programs geared toward putting an end to bullying between girls. (Ages 18 and up)
By Julie Hubble
Wonderstruck by Brian Selznick (Scholastic). Another amazing story by the gifted writer of The Invention of Hugo Cabret. The story involves two children, age 12. Ones lives in 1977, the other lives in 1927. One story is told in words, the other in pictures. Both are led to Manhattan, on a quest to find what they are missing, and the stories collide in a most satisfying way. “Rich, complex, affecting and beautiful.” (Ages 9 and up)
Local Storytimes Don’t Miss the Library Book Sale From October 1 – 5 at the Northeast Branch! All NHC Libraries closed on October 10th for Staff Development. New Hanover County Libraries
http://www.nhcgov.com/AgnAndDpt/LIBR/Pages/DeptInfo.aspx Main Library – 201 Chestnut Street – 798-6301 Myrtle Grove Branch – 5155 South College Road – 798-6391 Northeast Branch – 1241 Military Cutoff Road – 798-6371 Carolina Beach Branch – 300 Cape Fear Blvd. – 798-6385 Lapsit Storytime (Babies under 18 months) @ 9:30am Main Library: Tuesday 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 Myrtle Grove Branch: Wednesday 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 Northeast Branch: Thursday 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27 Toddler Time (18 – 36 months) @ 10am Main Library: Tuesday 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 Myrtle Grove Branch: Wednesday 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 Northeast Branch: Thursday 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27 Preschool Storytime (3 – 5 years) @ 10:30am Main Library: Tuesday 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 Myrtle Grove Branch: Wednesday 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 Northeast Branch: Thursday 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27 Family Storytime (All Ages) @ 10:30am Main Library: Monday 10/3 Main Library: Wednesday 10/5 Main Library: Thursday 10/6 Main Library: Friday 10/7
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New Horizons/Ms. Annetta’s 5th Grade: Thursday 10/13 from 1:30 – 2pm Civil War Photo Exhibition: Saturday 10/15 & 10/22 from 10am – 4pm Family Reading Night: Monday 10/17 from 5:30 – 6:30pm Northeast Library Family Reading Night: Monday 10/17 from 5:30 – 6:30pm Movie: Friday 10/28 from 2 – 4pm
Pender County Public Libraries
www.youseemore.com/PENDERPL/ Burgaw Central Library – 103 S. Cowan Street – 259-1234 Hampstead Branch Library – 75 Library Drive – 270-4603 Burgaw Teen Lounge: Wednesday 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 from 2 – 4pm Morning Storytime: Thursday 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27 from 11 – 11:30am Evening Storytime: Thursday 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27 from 6 – 6:30pm Fetch: Thursday 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27 from 4 – 5pm Hampstead Toddler Storytime: Wednesday 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 at 10:15am Preschool Storytime: Wednesday 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 at 11am Master Gardeners: Monday 10/17 from 10am – 12pm
Brunswick County Public Libraries
http://library.brunsco.net/ Barbee Library – 8200 East Oak Island Drive – 278-4283 Harper Library – 109 West Moore Street – 457-6237 Hickmans Crossroads – 1040 Calabash Road – 575-0173 Leland Library – 487 Village Road – 371-9442 Rourk Library – 5068 Main St. – 754-6578 Contact branch for October schedule.
Brilliant Sky Toys & Books www.brilliantskytoys.com Mayfaire Town Center – 509-3353 Storytime Mondays at 10:30am
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Too old for toys, too young for boys Tweenage years are a perilous time for parents. Arm yourselves!
TweenParenting.com This website is a repository for hundreds of articles on tween life. Topics range from Safety, Health and Family Life, to Social Networking, Homework and Sports. Simply organized, all articles are rated with stars, which eliminate endless digging. Also stop by the “Links We Like” page, which provides even more sites to explore.
Hound Dog True, by Linda Urban (Houghton Miflin Harcourt). “With a little help from a caring adult, a child crippled by shyness begins to bloom,” writes one reviewer. Urban has created a moving and tender story of how soon-tobe 5th grader Mattie is absorbed into Uncle Potluck’s world as the janitor of her elementary school. By documenting all the rules and reminders of the job, she hopes to become an assistant custodian, and work through those difficult social times of recess and lunch hour. Her mother encourages her to navigate the minefields of friendship with an older girl visiting next door. Potluck’s encouragement of Mattie creates a tangible hope that she can make the shift away from her inward life. One of my favorite books in a long while. (Ages 9 and up)
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Think: Straight Talk for Women to Stay Smart in a Dumbed Down World, Bloom (Vanguard Press). Flight attendants always tell us to “put on your own oxygen mask before assisting your child.” This book is a fantastic reminder to set a good example for our daughters. TV commentator and lawyer Lisa Bloom became disgruntled with society’s intellectual decline, and penned this book to wake up American Women. Although girls and women are succeeding in the classroom at every level, from elementary school through doctoral programs, they are also likely to be obsessed with celebrity media, body image and reality TV. Fess up—do you know more about the Kardashians, or our three branches of government? Little eyes are watching. http://think.tv (Ages 16 and up)
Julie Hubble is a freelance writer and mother of a tweenage daughter and a teenage son.
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Simply Spooktacular: 10 Halloween Traditions that Turn up the Fun! by Kerrie McLoughlin
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on’t you just love Halloween?! It’s exciting (dressing up and sugar!) and scary (trick-or-treating in the dark!) … and a little bit gross (pumpkin goo!). My parents started Halloween traditions with me, and my mom still calls every year to make sure we know when the Charlie Brown Halloween show is on. Like me, I’m sure you enjoy discovering new traditions with your own kids, like “booing” and going to a Trunk or Treat. Read on for 10 Halloween tradition ideas—and don’t forget to take lots of spooky pictures! 1. Pumpkin patch. Start the holiday out right with a visit to a real pumpkin patch and pick out your own pumpkins and funky decorative gourds. Visit www.PumpkinPatchesAndMore.org to find a pumpkin patch near you.
2. Pumpkin seeds. Toast pumpkin seeds instead of throwing them out because they are chock full of antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals, not to mention they make a great crunchy snack. Head to www.AllRecipes.com for recipes and how-to instructions, as well as an incredible Cinnasweet recipe.
3. Pumpkin carving (one now, one later). We usually wait until
5. Halloween shows and movies. Depending on the ages of your kids, watch a Halloween-themed or scary TV show or movie, like “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” “Coraline,” or “The Haunted Mansion.”
6. Colors. Do lots of orange-and-black things, like paint your daughter’s nails orange and black, eat Devil’s food cupcakes with orange frosting or color Halloween pictures you print from www. Halloween-Coloring.com.
7. Dress up! Check out a cool slideshow at www.TheDailyGreen. com that shows 25 ideas for homemade costumes made from recycled materials. 8. Trunk or Treat. These are held in a parking lot or the inside of a church, community center or school. You don’t even have to attend the church or school … all are welcome. Check the digital edition of your local parenting magazine (like this one!) to find a Trunk or Treat near you, or just call a few churches in your neighborhood. Check out www.TrunkOrTreat.homestead.com for ideas on how to decorate your car if you go the classic parking lot route.
Halloween Day to carve our pumpkins since we want them to look fresh. This year we’ll also carve a few earlier in October so we can enjoy them before they wilt. Check out www.ZombiePumpkins. com for over 240 designs and templates for help with carving your pumpkin with a cool face other than the usual grinning jack-o-lantern.
9. Trick or treat, smell my feet. Some families head to the mall
4. Booing. Last year we ran to the front door to see who was there and found … nobody. But … there were plastic cups full of Halloween-themed treats like pencils, erasers, spider rings and candy. A note was left behind, and it turns out we had been “booed.” We never found out who booed us, but we promptly went to www.BeenBooed.com to print out our flyers and instructions on how to boo our own set of friends in the neighborhood. The kids loved waiting until dark to sneak over to their friends’ houses and leave treats undetected.
10. Indulge! End the holiday with a mini sugar coma for you and the kids. I love watching my kids count and trade candy, then eat their way through each stash until Thanksgiving! I also take a picture of my kids sitting in their huge piles of candy for a great scrapbook keepsake. v Watch out! Kerrie McLoughlin (TheKerrieShow.com) is the mom of five who will raid any candy stash.
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if the weather stinks. Some leave one parent at home to hand out candy, but we all go together since I’m a Halloween junkie. My plan is when my kids don’t want me to go anymore I’ll become that woman who hands out the full-sized candy bars and cans of soda to trick-or-treaters at my home!
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department | meet the expert
Opening in October 2011 Potentials is a behavioral health practice focused on providing quality services for children and families. We specialize in comprehensive psychological assessment and psychotherapy services offered in a responsive, compassionate, and professional manner. We invite you to visit our website and schedule an appointment with one of our licensed professionals so you can learn how we may assist you with strengthening healthy and positive family management skills in your home.
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“Tell me what to dream about, Mom,” a four-year-old asks as her mother tucks her into bed. “Dream about how strong you were when you were swimming today and how much fun you had jumping in the waves. Dream about how lucky we were to see a pelican!” The daughter smiles as she closes her eyes and begins to think about the best part of her day as she drifts off to sleep. What this mother is doing, whether she knows it or not, is training her daughter how to notice good parts about her day and have gratitude. When we focus on what goes well during our day, even when there may be stressful and unpleasant events, it helps us build our ability to cope with stress. What we model for our children makes an even greater impression on our children than what we say to them. Sometimes we may put pressure on ourselves to make the one right choice, when really there may not be one absolute right answer. Do your best but do not require perfection. Even when life is hectic, strive to make time to connect with supportive friends and family. When we are satisfied with our choices, it leads to less regret, negativity, and sadness. Even when we make a mistake, it is a wonderful opportunity to show kids that we see worth in ourselves and can learn from our missteps. When we experience—and express—feelings of satisfaction, it leads us to more positive beliefs about ourselves and others.
Research shows that the key to a happy life is not wealth or fame, rather close personal relationships. In these tough economic times it seems that parents put a great deal of pressure on themselves to provide material possessions for their children. What children need more than the best gadget is your presence, especially when you are able to give them your full attention and demonstrate a positive mindset. Playing on the beach or throwing a ball at the park with someone who cares about them provides children more positive memories than material possessions. Within your relationships strive for good communication. Aim to be clear, open, honest, kind, and respectful. Keys to healthy relationships start with the individual. Remember to play, get enough sleep, exercise, and breathe fresh air. While some choose to pray, others choose to meditate as another way to nourish their soul. And remember, despite our best efforts, we all experience bumps in the road. If you feel overwhelmed and stuck, talking with a therapist may be a way to get back on track and feel better.
issues further, through a comprehensive assessment (or psychological testing), can help pinpoint problems, strengths and weaknesses, promote understanding, and ultimately help communication skills within a family. For example, if someone in the family has difficulty with attention, focusing, or impulse control, an evaluation can help with identifying the problem and developing a treatment plan to improve behavior. If someone in the family has difficulty with any aspect of learning, such as taking more time to complete homework in the evening or needing extra review of information, this can affect family relationships by possibly increasing frustration and conflict about school expectations. How do you know when further assessment might be helpful? The following may be red flags for underlying issues that need to be explored further: • Difficulty maintaining attention, remembering information, and learning new concepts • Trouble understanding and following directions • Being unable to master reading, math or writing skills, and failing schoolwork • Struggling with reading comprehension • Having problems with making friends and communicating with peers • Experiencing poor memory skills • Difficulty with motor coordination, such as fine motor skills
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parent resources
department | parent resources
Community Resources
group/familychildcarenetwork
Autism Society of North Carolina Training, advocacy, information and support. 800-442-2762 or 910-332-0261 www.autismsociety-nc.org, info@autismsociety-nc.org
Health Care
Child Advocacy & Parenting Place Exchange Club 791-1057 Ext. 14 www.childadvocacywilm.org. Counseling Center of Family Services 343-1910 Smart Start of New Hanover County 815-3731 www.newhanoverkids.org CIS Waccamaw Family Resource Center 287-6155 www.cisbrunswick.org Leland Family Literacy Program 371-5760 Leland Communities in Schools Family Resource Center 371-5411 or cisfrc-leland@bizec.rr. com Brunswick County Partnership for Children 754-3166 Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) in New Hanover County 397-9346 www.region4ccrr.nc.gov Child Care Resource & Referral of Brunswick County (CCR&R) 755-3362 Pender County Child Care Resource & Referral Agency 259-9978 or email: penderchildcare@bellsouth.net Latino Community Services/ CCR&R 815-3731 Oak Island Family Resource Center 278-3622
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Wilmington Health Access for Teens (WHAT) 790-9949 www.whatswhat.org Child Care Health Consultant 815-3731 New Visions 251-5326
Parenting Classes It’s Not Easy Being a Parent Nancy Kotz, 512-3445 Today Coaching: Tomorrow a New Beginning Coach Fran 763-1888 www.todaycoaching.com Cooperative Parenting 362-8000 www.theADRcenter.org Child Advocacy & Parenting Place Exchange Club 791-1057 ext. 15 Brunswick County Communities in Schools 253-8221 Parenting of Teens 253-8220 or email: teencourt@brunsco.net Positive Parenting with a Plan Program Nancy Kotz, 512-3445
Parent Support Groups The dRC Parent Advocacy Council for Exceptional Children 815-6618 or info@drcwilmington. org Parents of Children with Sensory Processing Disorder Email: ktrout@NHHN.org
DREAMS Center for Arts Education 772-1501 www.dreamswilmington.org.
AD/HD Support Group www.WilmingtonCHADD.org Families with Children from China (FCC) – Wilmington www.fcc-wilmington-nc.org email: shelley@fcc-wilmington-nc.org
Nanny & Childcare Provider Support Groups Nanny Networking 431-1867
AWAA Fellowship Group 794-4479 email christina.keegan@awaa.org
Wilmington Area Lupus Support Group Call 685-6555 or email wilmingtonlupusgroup@gmail.com.
Empty Cradle 270-8783 or email: ngolden28@ yahoo.com 342-3413 or email: patty.white@ nhrmc.org
Wilmington Nanny Support 232-8061or nannyoncall@yahoo.com Family Childcare Network 799-2631 http://groups.yahoo.com/
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Family Support Network of Southeastern NC 792-6133 or email FSNSoutheastern@gmail.com
Autism Society of NC Pender County Chapter www.pendercountyasnc.com Autism Society of North Carolina – New Hanover Chapter 792-6133 asnc.newhanover@gmail.com Autism Society of North Carolina – Brunswick Chapter bcasnc@yahoo.com Preemie Support Group of Brunswick County 253-8936 or email preemiesmom@ mindspring.com Juvenile Diabetes (JDRF) Family Connections Program 352-2803 or 509-9899 www.jdrftriangle.org First in Families of Southeastern NC 350-2737 Mental Illness Support Group 313-6004 or 343-8584 Parent Support Group at Leland Family Resource Center 371-5411 Parents of Dyslexic Kids Support Group Email: carolefirdsmith@yahoo.com 232-2122 Circle of Parents Special Needs Support Group 287-6155 • www.cisbrunswick.org Parent Support Group—Shallotte 253-8221 Cleft Palate & Lip Support Group 793-4110 www.bcwilmington.com Down Syndrome Parent Support (DSPS) 431-8820 or email: racheldsps@ yahoo.com Loving LINKS to Guidance: Family Support Group 259-9978 or email: akahney@bellsouth.net
Mothers’ Support Groups MOMS Club of Wilmington Email: wilmingtonmoms@yahoo.com First Baptist Church Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) 452-7759 Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)Oak Island 278-4189 or email: rhiannonmw@bellsouth.net
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Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) -Harbor United Methodist Church 616-3263 Cape Fear Mothers of Twins Club Email: membership@capefearmotc.org
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Cape Fear Mothers & More capefearmothersandmore@yahoo.com Moms Need Moms 264-1713
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The Wrightsville Beach Playgroup Email: wbplay@gmail.com Luna Moms Club www.meetup.com/WilmingtonLMC
Homeschooling HEArts: Home Education Arts 632-9454 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HEArts_ HomeEducationArts/ Christian Home Educators of Wilmington (CHEW) 398-7172 www.chewilm.com Wilmington Homeschool Organization 200-9642 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Wilmington_ WHO/ Language Immersion Co-op French Children’s Group 632-6244 or 755-6821 or 233-9831
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Insurance Health Check/NC Health Choice call NHC Health Department at 798-6687, Smart Start of NHC at 815-3731, or DSS at 798-3400
Breastfeeding Resources La Leche League —New Hanover County 279-9535 or 799-4344; 392-1335 (Se habla espanol) www.lalecheleague.org La Leche League —Brunswick County 547-7168 www.lllusa.org/web/BrunswickCountyNC The Breastfeeding Center of Wilmington 793-4110 or email: tkb63@bellsouth.net www.bcwilmington.com Duplin County Health Dept. 296-2130
Support Groups: Lump to Laughter 617-4455 or email: connie@lumptolaughter.org Lymphedema Support Group 454-4708 or email ginnieboyle@dosher.org www.dosher.org (click Free Health Seminars)
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department | peanut gallery
Olivia B. 9/5 • 7yo
Jake H.
Oliver
Taylor L.
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Ella B.
Pryce D.
9/28 • 5yo
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Zacharias P. 10/10 • 4yo
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Brecken P.
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Alex F. 10/26 • 4yo
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Luke P.
10/13 • 3yo
Kaleigh
10/6 • 7yo
Lydia C.
10/14 • 7yo
Liam F. 10/1 • 1yo
Charleigh B. 10/19 • 1yo
Mackenzie S. 10/9• 5yo
Kaden D.
10/16• 2yo
Benjahmon K. 7/11 • 4yo
Bradley R. 10/30 • 1yo
Jenna S.
10/1 • 9yo
Greta H.
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Erin & Sean C. 10/11 •5yo
Ayrianna R. 10/29 • 6yo
Lukas P.
10/17 • 6yo
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directly improve processing for attention, motor planning, and sequencing functions that underly ADHD, Autism, Coordination Disorder, and other learning disorders.
Handwriting Without Tears™ Uses fun, entertaining, and educationally
sound intstructional methods to teach handwriting to all students: pre-k through cursive.
COTA/L NC6249
OTR/L NC5542
Jennifer Holmes OTR/L NC6511
The Alert Program (How Does Your Engine Run)™ An innovative
program that supports children, teachers, and parents in learning to choose appropriate strategies to change or maintain states of alertness for optimal attention and regulation.
Astronaut Training™ A sound-activated visual-vestibular treatment protocol designed to improve the dynamic interplay of movement, hearing, and vision. Supports postural development, motor skills, timing, spatial awareness, sequencing, balance, coordination, eye muscle control, and visual perception.
Oleander Oaks 5725 Oleander Drive F-3 ph. (910) 313-2111 fx. (910) 313-2119 • www.otsolutionsinc.com
Michelle Willis OTR/L NC1237
Katie Davis OTR/L NC7314
Melissa Snyder OTR/L NC6986
Kristen Merritt COTA/L NC7298
Dr. Stephen Kaluzne, Optometrist, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of visual efficiency and visual perception problems.
Is your child struggling in school? When forced to read, does he or she struggle, make careless mistakes and then quit reading? If your child exhibits any of the following behaviors, he or she may be suffering from a visual efficiency and/or a visual perception problem. • Fatiques quickly when reading, with frequent signs of frustration • Is unable to sit still; cannot stay on task for any length of time • Reverses words, numbers, or letters • Has difficulty remembering spelling words • Frequently loses his place, skips words or whole lines of text • Has poor reading comprehension • Has difficulty copying from the board or a book, has sloppy handwriting or excessive erasures
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Free Partial Visual Perceptual Screening Just added:
Parents Morning Out Improve your child's visual perceptual skills prior kindergarten
• Medication or tutoring has not been successful in improving schooL performance • Has been labeled LD, ADD, ADHD, or dyslexic
The Vision Therapy Center
Stephen J. Kaluzne, O.D., P.A. 910-319-7996 • 7655 Market St. - Suite B • Wilmington, NC • www.visiontherapycenter.org