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TWO GREAT GIVEAWAYS!!!!!!!
And you don't even need to do a thing (except email me that is)
Hi there, I know I have been MIA for a few weeks-- I think the last newsletter I did was way back in June (remember June?) Things have been happening, and I hope you can forgive me. To make your forgivness that much more forthcoming, I have something to sweeten the pot!
NOT ONE, BUT TWO GIVEAWAYS to two incredible family fun shows!!!
One Family Four Pack of tickets to see the OHMies!!!!
and....
One Family Four Pack to see VOCA People!!!!
"WOW," you say, "...how could we ever have ...
VOCA PEOPLE
The musical sensation that's out of this world
The Voca People have landed! Direct from the far side of the sun to the wild side of musical comedy... it's the innovative, international, intergalactic musical sensation. It's high-energy hilarity and pure exhilarating vocals. It's the heart pumping, stand-up-and-cheer, fall-on-the-floor entertainment that's sending New York audiences into orbit. Catch the Voca People: seeing them is believing... and hearing them is an experience beyond belief.
Go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylZDLpJftG4&feature=player_embedded and check them out or go to their website at http ...
The Ohmie's...
The Ultimate Playdate Everyone Will Enjoy!
Come join the ultimate play date, and dance, stretch and giggle with your new BFFs - The Ohmies. Get your kids moving and let their imaginations run wild as they sing along to original music, hop like a grasshopper, slither like a snake, fly like a butterfly and help The Ohmies shake off the worries. Learn and grow with Bella Butterfly, Carlin Caterpillar and all of their friends on their way to surprise Mr. Sun and see their wish garden bloom. It's much more than theater; it's a one-of-a-kind ...
Toddler Lit 101 Goes Tibetan
Come and Join us and get your Zen on!
Toddler Lit 101, a parent participation class that teaches ALL Children (between the ages of 2 and 5) a love for reading is holding classes at the Tibetan Museum starting Wednesday, July13th at 11:00
Each 45 minute class concentrates on one book and supports the themes of that story through:
Reading,
Arts & Crafts,
Science & Nature,
Counting & Pre-Math Skills,
Social Development,
Listening Skills,
Dramatic Play,
Movement &
Sensory Exploration.
Each class is $15 and the sessions run for 5 weeks, from July 15th - August 10th.
For more info please call the ...
Friday, July 8 - Staten Island Food Truck Festival
Where: Midland BeachWhen: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM (7/8/2011 and 7/15/2011)Who: NYC Dept. of Parks & RecHow: Come on down and bring a bib!Cost: It says Free--but I am not 100% sure about that
Saturday, July 9 - Zion Lutheran's Boy Scout Flea Market & Car Wash!
Where: 505 Watchogue RoadWhen: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: Zion Lutheran PreSchoolHow: Come on down and bring your dirty car!Cost: Donations are much appreciatedFor more info: 718-981-3151
Saturday, July 9 - Music with Patrick and Friends @ Tappen Park
Where: Bay Street between Water and Canal StreetsWhen: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: Music with Patrick and FriendsHow: Come on down and bring your recyclable bags!Cost: Music is freeFor more info: www.musicwithpatrick.com
Wednesday, July 13 - Toddler Lit 101 Goes Tibetan
Where: Tibetan Museum, 338 Lighthouse AvenueWhen: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMWho: Tibetan Museum and Toddler Lit 101How: Please call Meg Ventrudo to registerCost: $15 per class. The calss will run for 5 weeksFor more info: 718-987-3500 or [email protected]
Wednesday, July 13 - Boogie Woogie Wednesdays w/Music with Partick & Friends
Where: Snug HarborWhen: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (* Museum Admission is free after 5!)Who: Staten Island Children's MuseumHow: Come on down!Cost: Museum admission is free after 5 PM + you get FREE PIZZA!For more info: www.musicwithpatrick.com
Thursday, July 14 - Puzzle and Coloring Hour
Where: 976 Castleton Avenue (at N. Burgher Ave.), Staten Island, NY 10310When: 3:00 PMWho: West New Brighton LibraryHow: Come on inCost: FreeFor more info: (718) 442-1416
Friday, July 8 - Baby Rhyme Time
Where: 309 New Dorp LaneWhen: 10:30 AMWho: New Dorp LibraryHow: Pre-registration is required.Cost: FreeFor more info: (718) 351-2977
Friday, July 8 - Board games and fun
Where: 2550 Victory Boulevard (past Willowbrook Rd.), Staten Island, NY 10314When: 3:30 PMWho: Todt Hill-Westerleigh LibraryHow: Just Drop on in!Cost: FreeFor more info: (718) 494-1642
Saturday, July 9 - Ebony Hillbillies
Where: 5 Central Avenue (near Borough Hall), Staten Island, NY 10301When: 2:00 PMWho: St. George LibraryHow: Come on inCost: FreeFor more info: (718) 442-8560
Monday, July 11 - Magic Tree House Book Club
Where: 56 Giffords Lane (at Margaret St.), Staten Island, NY 10308When: 2:30 PMWho: Great Kills LibraryHow: Pre- registration is required.Cost: FreeFor more info: (718) 984-6670
Monday, July 11 - Picturebook Time
Where: 5 Central Avenue (near Borough Hall), Staten Island, NY 10301When: 4:00 PMWho: St. George Library CenterHow: Come on inCost: FreeFor more info: (718) 442-8560
Tuesday, July 12 - Toddler's Storytime
Where: 2245 Richmond Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314When: 10:30 AMWho: Barnes & Noble BooksellersHow: Come on DownCost: FreeFor more info: 718-982-6983
Tuesday, July 12 - Preschool Story Time
Where: 200 Clarke Avenue (at Amber St.), Staten Island, NY 10306When: 1:00 PMWho: Richmondtown LibraryHow: Come on inCost: FreeFor more info: (718) 668-0413
Wednesday, July 13 - Grandpa's Unicorn
Where: 830 Huguenot Avenue (at Drumgoole Rd., East), Staten Island, NY 10312When: 2:30 PMWho:Huguenot Park Library
How: Come on in and bring your Gramps!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.nypl.org
Wednesday, July 13 - American Craft
Where: 1617 Richmond Road (between Seaview & Liberty Aves.), Staten Island, NY 10304When: 2:30 PMWho: Dongan Hills LibraryHow: Please call to registerCost: FreeFor more info: (718) 351-1444
Thursday, July 14 - Teen Craft - Candy Picture Frame
Where: 7430 Amboy Road, Staten Island, NY 10307When: 2:00 PMWho: Tottenville LibraryHow: Teens entering grades 6-12Cost: FreeFor more info: (718) 984-0945
Thursday, July 14 - Food From Around the World
Where: 21-25 Robin Road (at Ocean Ave. & Father Capodanno Blvd.), Staten Island, NY 10305When: 2:30 PMWho: South Beach LibraryHow: Come on inCost: FreeFor more info: www.nypl.org or (718) 816-5834
Friday, July 15 - Origami Club
Where: 5 Central Avenue (near Borough Hall), Staten Island, NY 10301When: 11:00 AMWho: St. George LibraryHow: No pre-registration required.Cost: FreeFor more info: (718) 442-8560
Friday, July 15 - Drop in Craft
Where: 200 Clarke Avenue (at Amber St.), Staten Island, NY 10306When: 2:00 PMWho: Richmondtown LibraryHow: Drop on in!Cost: FreeFor more info: (718) 668-0413
Tuesday, July 12 - Teen Lounge
Where: 7430 Amboy Road, Staten Island, NY 10307When: 2:30 PMWho: Tottenville LibraryHow: Come on inCost: FreeFor more info: (718) 984-0945
Thursday, July 14 - Make Your Own Tee-Shirt
Where: 75 Bennett Street (at Heberton Ave.), Staten Island, NY 10302When: 2:00 PMWho: Port Richmond LibraryHow: Come on downCost: FreeFor more info: www.nypl.org
Sunday, August 14 - Music w/Patrick & Friends at the CLUB @ Woodbridge
Where: Woodbridge, NJWhen: 1:30 PMWho: Kidsports @ The Club @ WoodbridgeHow: Stay tuned for more info...Cost: Free AdmissionFor more info: Mayuko: 917.295.8123
Saving Daniel.....
Check out their Facebook page--Daniel is still in need
There was no way I couldn't share this one....
Daniel is a three year old boy from Oregon. He needs a kidney. Right now his mother gives him kidney dialysis every night from their home. Daniel's bones are getting so weak and brittle from the kidney disease that he will have to be moved into a nursing home.
The only way to save Daniel's life is to find him a living kidney donor. His blood type is B, but anyone with O or B blood type can ...
Keeping Kids Hydrated...
in the HOT Sun
With summer in full force, many parents are excited to get – and keep – their kids outside and active. However, having kids spend hours on end in the heat can lead to heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include paleness, muscle cramps, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea or vomiting, and fainting. The pulse rate will be fast and weak, and breathing will be fast and shallow. The skin can be cool and moist; sweating may or may not occur. If untreated, heat exhaustion may ...
Summer Reading...
Not just for parents anymore!
Studies show that kids who read throughout the summer maintain their literacy skills at a higher level than those who do not. Having your child participate in a summer reading program will help them maintain these skills during the summer months as they are encouraged to read purely for the enjoyment of it.
Summer Reading Tips
Here are some tips on making summer reading a positive experience:
- Help your child set a realistic book goal.
- Create a regular time for reading for all members of the family.
- Show genuine interest ...
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