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May 17, 2012
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It's Thankful Thursday. I'm thankful that:
  • You all got out to vote and the budget passed.
  • The weather has been amazing if you ignore the rain
  • The pool opens in a month
  • My son in college comes home soon

What are you thankful for?

As we move quicky towards summer I look foward to bringing you lots of fun articles and events.


Beth

Summer Playground Safety

1. Teach kids that pushing, shoving, crowding is never allowed. 

2. Keep big kids off smaller equipment and smaller kids off bigger equipment. Age appropriate use of playground equipment is important and the guidelines are there for a reason! 

3. We know it's summer and kids aren't as likely to be wearing jackets but it's always a good reminder: BE SURE to remove hood and neck drawstrings from your child's jackets and sweaters. Have kids leave toys and purses with you and remove any loose items ...


2012 Picnic Pops Summer Concert Series

Starts in July at Old Westbury Gardens

The last time I went I saw tons of families with little kids dancing at the front.

Every Wednesday from July 11 - August 8

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a couple of friends, and we'll provide the soundtrack for an enjoyable evening under the stars.  Arrive early to picnic and stroll the gardens.

Gates open at 5:00 pm.  Dance lesson at 6:30 pm.  Concert starts at 7:00 pm.  $10.00 General Admission; $8.00 - 62 and older; $8.00 - members; free for children 17 ...

Highlights from Facebook and Twitter

Best recent shares from Facebook.com/MacKidPw and @MacKidPW

  • Fantastic collection of classic children's books, free online courtesy of Library of Congress j.mp/M7XRg9
  • He's just a little boy: click here for special sign.
  • The LIRR is restoring midday weekday 1/2 hour service on the Port Washington Line. Yay!
  • Thank you Boy Scout Troop 7, my car is so nice and clean. #carwash
  • Via @60secondparent: Dentist - preparing your child for a visit j.mp/JerPKc

Easy Hot Fudge Chocolate Ice Cream Cake

My daughter begged for an ice cream cake this year for her birthday.  My first thought was to hit Baskin Robbins but then she said she wanted hot fudge on it!  So I whipped up this super easy Hot Fudge Chocolate Ice Cream Cake! 

Here's what you will need:
Ice Cream in a rectangular box package
Cake
Bottle of store bought Hot Fudge

Step 1: Bake the cake as directed using a bread loaf pan.  You will not use all of the cake mix!  Pour batter into pan so ...


Food Allergy and Awareness Week

Facts EVERY Parent Should Know

Do you read every label, on every package of food, every week, at the grocery store?  Have you ever feared for your child’s life as you took them to a friend’s birthday party or school celebration?  Do you bake most things from scratch so you can control the ingredients?  Chances are no, unless you have a child or family member with a life-threatening food allergy.

It is estimated that 15 million Americans have food allergies and there has been a dramatic increase in the last few years by ...

This Week's Picks:

Saturday, May 19 - Portfest

Family fun festival featuring local artists, musicians, and performers
Where: Schreiber High School
When: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Come on down
Cost: Free admission
For more info: http://www.pwportfest.com/

516 472 2699

Rain date 5/20
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This Week's Calendar:

May 17th through May 22nd

Thursday, May 17 - Weekly Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Weekly storytime at Barnes and Noble.
Where: 1542 Northern Blvd, Manhasset, NY 11030
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Children of all ages.
How: Come on down.
Cost: Free
For more info: 516-365-6723
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Saturday, May 19 through Sunday, May 20 - Craft Fair

Craft Fair.
Where: Christopher Morley Park
When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: Anyone
How: Come on down
Cost: Entrance free
For more info: http://www.fairsunlimited.com/scheduleofevents.html
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Saturday, May 19 - NanoDay!

Join us for our annual NanoDay at LICM! Try fun scientific experiments
that explore the super small! NanoDays is a nationwide educational
project focused on nano-scale science and engineering
sponsored by the NISE Network (Nanoscale Informal Science
Education). Check out this fascinating new science from buckyballs
to waterproof sand!
Where: Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY
When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: Come on down
Cost: Free with museum admission
For more info: www.licm.org   (516) 224-5800
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Saturday, May 19 - Free craft activity at Lakeshore Learning

Free crafts at Lakeshore Learning every Saturday just down the road in New Hyde Park. This week: Rainbow colored creatures
Where: Lakeshore Learning
2079 Hillside Ave.
New Hyde Park, NY 11040  
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Every Saturday a different craft)
Who: Kids who like crafts
How: Come on down
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m 516-616-9360
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Sunday, May 20 - Radical Reptiles

Learn about the biology of cool scaly creatures – snakes, lizards, and turtles - and common misconceptions about them – in a fascinating live demonstration conducted by Wildlife Rescue of the Hamptons.

Where: The Dejana Learning Center at the Sands Point Preserve
127 Middle Neck Road
Sands Point
New York 11050
When: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Come on down
Cost:

Suggested contribution is $20 per car or $15 with annual pass.

For more info: (516) 571-7901
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Sunday, May 20 - Bug Bonanza

Join us for a Bug Bonanza at LICM! Discover the amazing lives
and natural history of insects, spiders and other creepy crawly
creatures. Learn about bug anatomy and fascinating insects
that help make up three-quarters of all animals on Earth.
Create fun insect crafts, participate in activity challenges and
even enjoy a tasty treat made with edible insects!
Where: Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY
When: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Also 3:00)
Who: all ages
How: Come on down
Cost: Free with museum admission
For more info: www.licm.org   (516) 224-5800
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Sunday, May 20 - Good bug/Bad bug

Follow your seasoned entomologist, Bernard F. Wendell Jr.
from Arrow Exterminating, Inc. as he leads you on an entertaining
and educational expedition through the world of bugs.
Find out what makes a bug good or bad, helpful or dangerous.
Explore the fascinating world of various insects including subterranean
termites, carpenter ants, black widow spiders and
more. Tickets are limited and can be obtained at the LICM Box
Office on a first come, first serve basis.
Where: Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY
When: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (Also at 2:30)
Who: all ages
How: Come on down but Tickets are limited and can be obtained at the LICM Box
Office on a first come, first serve basis.
Cost: Free with museum admission
For more info: www.licm.org   (516) 224-5800
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Sunday, May 20 - Family Sundays at the Nassau County Museum of Fine Art

Each Sunday the museum offers a 1 p.m. docent-led family walk-through of the exhibition and supervised art activities for the whole family beginning at 1:30 p.m. Special family guides of the main exhibition are available in the galleries.  
Where: Nassau Countu Museum of Fine Art
One Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor, New York 11576
When: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: Families and kids
How: No registration needed
Cost: Free with museum admission! Weekends only there is a $2 parking fee (members free).
For more info: 516.484.9338
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Monday, May 21 - Parenting Workshop—Positive Discipline

In this 90-minute presentation, Andrew Vaughan, Ph.D. will offer
effective, realistic, and flexible range of options to help exasperated
parents asking, “What should I do with this kid?!” During the interactive
workshop, parents and caregivers will:
• Learn techniques and tips
• Avoid frustrating moments
• Understand children’s behavior
• Develop discipline methods for your family
• Ask questions and receive answers
Where: Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY
When: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Parents
How: Advance registration is suggested. Call (516) 224-5852 to register.
Cost: Fee: $12 ($10 LICM Members)
For more info: www.licm.org   (516) 224-5800
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Tuesday, May 22 - Weekly Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Weekly storytime at Barnes and Noble.
Where: 1542 Northern Blvd, Manhasset, NY 11030
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Children of all ages.
How: Come on down.
Cost: Free
For more info: 516-365-6723
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Plan Ahead:

May 24th through May 29th

Thursday, May 24 - Weekly Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Weekly storytime at Barnes and Noble.
Where: 1542 Northern Blvd, Manhasset, NY 11030
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Children of all ages.
How: Come on down.
Cost: Free
For more info: 516-365-6723
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Saturday, May 26 - Free craft activity at Lakeshore Learning

Free crafts at Lakeshore Learning every Saturday just down the road in New Hyde Park. This week: Patriotic Wand
Where: Lakeshore Learning
2079 Hillside Ave.
New Hyde Park, NY 11040  
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Every Saturday a different craft)
Who: Kids who like crafts
How: Come on down
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m 516-616-9360
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Saturday, May 26 - Annual Fireworks

Annual fireworks with concerts and fun
Where: North Hempstead Beach Park
When: 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Fireworks start at darkness)
Who: Anyone
How: Come on down. Road does close at some point.
Cost: Not sure of parking fee. Will add if I find out.
For more info: 869-6311
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Sunday, May 27 - How High?

Jump! Jump! Jump! Keep your body fit and active by jumping rope
with us! Jump roping is good for the brain and the heart and it can
build strength in your body. Decorate your own jump rope with
bright and colorful streamers. Learn fun jumping rhymes to keep
you moving.
Where: Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY
When: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: all ages
How: Come on down
Cost: Free with museum admission
For more info: www.licm.org   (516) 224-5800
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Tuesday, May 29 through Thursday, May 31 - Catch-All Character Cups

Join us in the Inner Lobby and create your own “Character Cup” to display and organize your markers and crayons at home.
Where: Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY
When: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: Come on down
Cost: Free with museum admission
For more info: www.licm.org   (516) 224-5800
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Free movies this summer

Clearview Cinemas Summer Kid's Club

Starting July 11 and 12th there will be free movies for eight weeks. Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM at the theater on Main Street.

FOR ALL KID'S CLUB SHOWINGS:
Seating is based on availability - First Come, First Serve!
Please arrive early to secure a seat and Have a Great Time!

July 11, 12: Puss in Boots
July 18, 19: Alvin and the Chipmunks
July 25, 26: Happy Feet Two
August 1, 2: Zookeeper
August 8, 9: Kung Fu Panda 2
August 15, 16: Mr. Popper's Penguins ...

LICM Early Childhood Program

stART (Story + Art): Tuesday to Friday from 12:30-1 p.m. †

Music and Movement: Wednesday and Friday from 11:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m. †

Messy Afternoons: Saturday,-Sunday, from 3:30-5 p.m.

†Fee: $3 with museum admission ($2 LICM members).

 

All activities will be held at the Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Museum admission: $11 for adults and children over 1 year old, $10 seniors, FREE to museum members and children under 1 year ...

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