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Inside marchVol.20 Number 3

in this issue

on the coverThings to do this March 12, 28

The benefits of summer camp 16

Meal messages 20

Celebrate St. Patty’s Day in Rochester 12

more feature articles

6 | GVParent.com On the Web in March

8 | Editor’s Note

10 | Buzzworthy Reviews & News

24 | Book Nook Books that POP

26 | Parenting – TEENS & TWEENS Encouraging Leadership Qualities in Teens

28 | Calendar of Events Family-Friendly Events Support Groups & Clubs

Library Events Ongoing Events & Exhibits

40 | Out & About Our Marvelous Earth

e Celebrating St. Patty’s Day In Rochester

u Building a Lifetime of Memories // the BenefItS of SuMMeR CaMP

OuR SuMMER CAMP iSSuE

a Meal Messages // DeCoDe youR fooD CueS

• 70+ camps & summer programs

• tips for choosing a day camp

flip this book!Summer Camp & Activity Guide

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what’s online [ ]

march // what you can find this month at www.gvparent.com

Giveawaysin addition to our regular Giveaways, this Spring you can also enter to win a Family Staycation Package! Visit our Virtual Camp Fair online for more details!

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Online-Only Editorial

Online PollLast month we asked...

We’re entering the last few weeks of win-ter! How will your family make it through

until Spring?

Here’s what you said:

43% Enjoy the weather: skiing, sledding- anything for fresh air!

29% We hibernate: board games, mov-ies, curl up with a good book

14% We get out, but stay in: museums, art galleries, sporting events

14% We’re looking ahead to Spring by planning our camps and vacation. Who

can wait?!

Don’t forget to vote in our February poll! Add your response at

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Recipes and crafts for St. Patrick’s Day, Spring, Easter and more! This month you can also join our Virtual Camp Fair and start planning for a summer full of fun, learning and new adventures!

DiD yOu kNOW THAT MARCH iS...• National Nutrition Month • American Red Cross Month• Colorectal Cancer awareness month• Women’s History Month• international Women’s Day, March 8• Pi Day, March 14• Save a Spider Day, March 14• World kidney Day, on the second Thursday• National Read Across America Day, an observance in the united States held on the

school day closest to March 2 which is the birthday of Dr. Seuss.

Five Tweeters to Watch // Our picks for great tweets:

@HochsteinSchool / the Hochstein School of Rochester

@RocLittle / up-to-date movie listings for Rochester’s favorite independent movie house, The Little, and the home of the Little Buddies Film Series presented by GVP.

@AlSiglCommunity / The Al Sigl Community of Agencies

@girlscoutswny / The Western Ny Branch of the Girl Scouts of America

@HealthiKids / Healthi kids Coalition of Rochester

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editor’s note[ ]By Jillian Melnyk

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eDiTOr-iN-ChieFJillian Melnyk

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But don’t let the weather beat you – i try not to let it beat me, anyway. instead of letting March roar, go ahead and roar back. Do it, i dare you. Don’t slump down in your chair and feel defeated, take charge of the last few wintery days, be they mucky and slushy, or maybe even splashed with a tinge of sunshine! (Wishful thinking, yeah?) if you’re stuck inside, make the most of it and enjoy it. Curl up with books. Cook something good. Build a fort. if you venture outside during the rain, sleet or snow, throw snowballs and have fun. it will be hot soon and we’ll be wishing for cooler days, so indulge now while you can.

if you need some ideas on how to get your wild side motivated, there are a lot of festive ways you can celebrate the month. Try honoring your irish side with one of the many St. Patrick’s Day events around the Rochester area. (PS: you don’t actually need to be irish, everyone has a wee bit of irish in them during St.

Patty’s Day!) you can also dream of sunshine and get ready for warmer months by planning for summer activities and vacation. This March issue (traditionally our Summer Camp issue) is loaded up with programs, activities, and tips for help-ing you plan for a fantastic summer season.

if you need additional fresh ideas to keep you occupied, be sure to sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Our Community Editor, Natalee, packs it with awesome ideas and great content that will keep your family busy each week and weekend. Sign up at www.gvparent.com/enews.

Til warmer months! Best,

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Jillian

March is when i usually hit the wall – the cold just gets, well, old. in December i’m excited for

fresh snowfalls and holidays. January brings a new year and resolutions. February is filled with love. But March, ugh. it roars in like a lion and i always spend my days waiting for the bluster to be over.

what’S on youR MInD?

hearme roar!


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buzzworthy[ ]snowflakes with a purpose

Children at Christ Clarion Community Preschool in Pittsford are not just learning how to recite the alphabet and put on their snow boots, they’re receiving a valuable lesson on kindness and com-passion. in early February, students ages 3 to 5 made personalized photo books and created sparkly snowflakes for the children affected by the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. “Each year we encourage our students to consider acts of kindness to others both within our preschool and outside of our community,” says Chris Monaghan, one of the directors at Christ Clarion. “For this project one of our classes made snowflakes to help decorate the new school setting. in other classes the children drew a picture of some-thing that makes them happy.” This was not the first kindness project for the school or its staff. Christ Clarion directors and teachers regularly donate their time and talents to various non-profit agencies and schools throughout the Rochester area. Bravo!

fun on the farm

BONNiE DuNN AND DEBBiE GuADiON WiTH THEiR CLASSROOM OF STuDENTS

Listen up teachers... take your learning on the road and hit the farm! Thanks to a grant from the Genesee Valley Regional Market Authority, students from the Rochester City School District will be able to visit Springdale Farm on class field trips so they can learn about modern agricultural technology. The tours are tied to state learning standards and include resources for teachers. The $35,000 grant also covered the cost of upgrades to the farm including paving walkways and making them accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. For information about how you can bring your class to the farm, teachers can call 585-349-2090 ext. 4505 for details about booking tours and to request transportation stipends. Springdale Farm is a 200-acre public demonstration farm owned by the county government and operated by Heritage Christian Services. For more information about the farm visit www.springdalefarm.org

March roars in like a lion but goes out like a lamb, isn’t that the old saying? But it can also drag on. After Rochester’s long stretch of cold months, being cooped up inside can really get old. Don’t fret. Here are some quickie tips to keep the kiddos busy during the last few days before the thaw:

• Plan for summer. Choose summer camps, schedule your stay-cation, make vacation plans and more. it will keep you occupied and you won’t be scrambling last minute to make summer plans once the weather warms up.

• Get the garden going. March is a great time to start planning for your summer garden. Choose what plants you want to grow, select seeds, and start seedlings indoors.

• Go Irish! Everyone is irish around St. Patrick’s Day. While there are numerous festivities around Rochester where you can celebrate (see page 12), you can also celebrate at home with tasty treats, an irish feast and homemade crafts. We’ll be pin-ning some awesome ideas on Pinterest this month, follow us at www.Pinterest.com/GVParentMag

Cabin Fever Boredom Busters!

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celebratingst. patrick’s dayin rochester

the historically severe Rochester winters, with their persistent snowfall

and bitter cold temperatures, can seem never-ending, espe-cially as the season drags into March. But March represents hope for Rochesterians afflict-ed with cabin fever. For many, the approach of spring means only one thing: St. Patrick’s Day festivities, culminating with the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade.

Rochester is a community that loves its outdoor festivals, and the St. Patrick’s Day parade is one of the biggest celebrations in town, as annually more than 200,000 spectators converge on downtown to cel-ebrate all things Irish. While people often identify St. Patrick’s Day as an excuse to drink green beer, locally there are ample opportunities to celebrate the holiday with your family, kids included. This year’s parade, the 36th annual installment, is set for Saturday afternoon, March 16, one day before the actual St. Patrick’s Day date. The parade route starts on East Avenue, goes to Main Street and ends at Plymouth Avenue. Over 1,000 marchers will participate, with more than a dozen bands from across the state and Canada performing in the parade. There will also be performances from the many

dance schools in town. While the atten-dance for the parade can fluctuate based on the weather, if Mother Nature cooper-ates, Mark Dowdell, the public relations director for the parade, thinks we could exceed last year’s attendance figure. “This is all about celebrating the Irish culture and heritage,” says Dowdell, who adds the festivities are specifically aimed at families with children of all ages. “Our goal with St. Patrick’s Day is to highlight the import-ant aspects of being Irish, and to celebrate all of the great culture that comes from Ireland, from the food to the music and dancing. We want everyone to understand what being Irish is all about, and this is a very family-friendly event.” A bevy of carefully-crafted floats car-ry the parade participants along the streets of downtown Rochester, and everywhere

Story by John Boccacino // Photography from Rochester’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Our goal with St. Patrick’s Day is to highlight the

important aspects of being Irish, and to celebrate all of the great culture that comes

from Ireland, from the food to the music and dancing. We

want everyone to understand what being irish is all about, and this is

a very family-friendly event.”— Mark Dowdell, Public Relations Director for Rochester’s St. Patrick’s

Day Parade

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you look, people of all ages can be seen donning their best green to celebrate the life of St. Patrick, who is widely credited with spreading Christianity throughout all of Ireland. While adults tend to outnumber the children along the parade route, there is a special section of bleachers adjacent to the judges’ stand on Main Street where families can bring their kids and receive an unob-structed view of the parade and its festive marchers. Running concurrently with the parade is the annual Celtic Family Faire, which occurs from 11 am to 4 pm in the grand ballroom on the second floor of the Radisson Rochester Riverside Hotel at 120 E. Main Street. Inside, the family-friendly festivities will feature live music, pipers, performances from the local dance schools, games, storytelling and arts and crafts. The St. Patrick’s Day fun is not just limited to just one day. Rather, there are family-friendly, Irish-themed celebrations occurring throughout Rochester and the surrounding area in the days leading up to the actual holiday. For at least one day out of the year, everyone has some Irish in them, regardless of how you chose to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. “From our Celtic Faire to the parade and the Irish dancing demonstrations, there really is something for everyone at our celebrations,” says Eileen Fee, a longtime parade participant who is also on the board of the Rochester St. Patrick’s Day parade. “Our celebrations are geared towards the kids and families, and it’s always been that way. It’s wonderful to bring the whole family downtown and celebrate the rich tradition of Irish culture.”

Here is a rundown of the family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day-related activities:

March 13• The Dady Brothers will share their love of Celtic music, alongside a sampling of Irish cuisine, at Finger Lakes Community College in Canandaigua. The brothers conduct an informal work-shop from 5 to 6 pm; followed by sampling of Irish food from 6 to 7 pm. There will also be a concert at 7 pm in the cafeteria annex on the second floor. Call 785-1335 for more information.

March 15• The Catholic Family Center’s Charity St. Patrick’s Day Gala is planned at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center, 123 E. Main Street. Call 262-7020 for full details and for tickets to this event, which features a dinner and a benefit auction.

• The Rochester Americans will honor the Irish during the 2013 Irish Night, when the Amerks host Albany for a 7:05 pm faceoff. Tickets start at $15. For more information, contact the Amerks at 454-5335 or online at www.Amerks.com.

March 15 & 16• The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and the Eastman School of Music will present Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with John McDermott, a two-night salute to the music from the Emerald Isle. McDermott, a renowned Irish tenor, will perform both nights from 8 to 10 pm in the Kodak Hall at the Eastman Theatre, 60 Gibbs Street. For tickets, call 454-2100.

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March 16 • A traditional St. Patrick’s Day Mass will be said at 9 am at St. Mary’s Church, 15 St. Mary’s Place at Washington Square downtown. The traditional Raising of the Flags Ceremony follows at 10:30 am. Call 232-7140 for more information.

• The 15th annual Runnin’ O The Green Race, sponsored by Johnny’s Irish Pub will start at 9:30 am at the corner of Exchange Boulevard and Broad Street next

to the Blue Cross Arena at the Community War Memorial. The five-mile course is certified by the USATF and costs $23 if registered by March 12; $28 the day of the race. Call 224-0990 for details and registra-tion information.

• The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set for 12:30 pm. This is the 36th year of the Rochester Parade, which starts on East Avenue, goes to Main Street and ends at Plymouth Avenue. Over 1,000 marchers

will participate; with bands from across the state and Canada performing, along with local dance schools. The Grand Marshall this year is Johnny Savino from Johnny’s Irish Pub. For more information, call 234-5167.

• Celtic Family Faire at the Rochester Riverside Hotel, 120 E. Main Street will run from 11 am to 4 pm. This indoor, all-weather family festival offers Celtic music and dance, games, storytelling and more. For information, call 234-5167.

• Cobblestone Farm Winery at 5102 State Route 89 in Romulus, NY is once again hosting a St. Patrick’s Irish Celebra-tion. Enjoy fine wines paired with com-plimentary Irish fare, including Irish stew, potato leek soup and scones. Call (315) 549-8797 for more information.

John Boccacino is a frequent contributor to Rochester Area & Genesee Valley Parent Magazine. He lives in Webster, NY and reported on sports and local news for more than 6 1/2 years with the Democrat and Chronicle newspaper. He is currently the Director of Sports Information for Keuka College.

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building a lifetimeof memories

the benefits of summer camp

Gina Holsopple and her husband Matthew Wood have served as co-directors for 4-H Camp Bristol Hills in Canandaigua for the past six years. Working with approximately forty-fifty counselors and a thousand campers each summer, they definitely qualify as experts in the field. According to Gina, the camp attracts a lot of different types of kids. Even though their campers are from a wide variety of backgrounds, they all seem to share one thing in common. “Many of our campers say they come back every year because they feel like camp is the one place they can be themselves,” Gina observes. Two of my boys attended Camp Bristol Hills and one eventually made the transition from camper to senior counselor. It wasn’t just the rustic cabins, the home cooked meals, or the friendly, enthusiastic staff that made me love the camp as much as the boys did. Rather, it was the leisurely pace of the July days, the stories of adventures, and mishaps they had there, and the strong friendships they developed with the other campers and counselors. Perhaps I also intuitively sensed that time away from their dad and me would actually be good for their social development, something Gina corroborates. “As parents we tend to step in way too much with our kids; I know I do!” says Gina. Summer camp gives children a safe space to experiment with different ways of communi-

cating with others and opportunity to take on new responsibilities and to develop confi-dence-boosting skills they can then take back and apply to their home and school lives. At camp children are expected to do things like sharing a bunk bed and bathroom, arriving at meals and their activities on time, and deciding what they want to do at rest time – read, hang out quietly with their friends, or even take a nap! They can choose what they want to eat and wear each day and they’re in charge of how they spend their money at the camp store. What other skills and values can chil-dren acquire at sleep-away camp? They’ll learn how to live cooperatively in both a small group setting (their village or cabin) and in the wider community of the whole camp. They’ll also have the chance to try out different hobbies that they may have been in-terested in but never had time to do at home, things like cooking, rocketry, or fishing. Even more important to camp directors like Gina is the fact that many summer camps remain relatively technology-free. With no electronics handy, children must relearn how to play like kids used to, with boondoggle, simple decks of cards, or by making up their own games. “Technology plays for you,” Gina explains. “All you have to do is press buttons, there’s no creative force involved.” Being unplugged has other benefits for children as

in this day and age it’s not always easy to let your chil-dren out of your sight, even

for just a short while. But, scary as it can be for you, it can also be incredibly reward-ing. No matter how many other things have changed over the years, summer camp is still place where, away from their parents’ watchful eye, children can become more assertive, independent, and confident individuals.

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By Susan Henninger


Many of our campers say they come back every year

because they feel like camp is the one place they can be

themselves.” — Gina Holsopple, co-director for 4-H

Camp Bristol Hills in Canandaigua

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well. When kids are constantly connected to their parents through cell phone calls or texts, the adults automatically become part of every decision the child makes. At camp, they have to learn to make their own choices without constant input from others, something that ultimately leads to increased self-esteem according to child psychologist Dr. Michael Thompson, author of Homesick and Happy. Dr. Thomp-son, a strong advocate of letting go, even for just a little while, says that real-life skill building and mastery will increase a child’s feelings of competence much more than relying on someone else telling them that they did well. Gina agrees wholeheartedly with his view. “Good feelings need to come from within you, rather than always being dependent on others for your self-worth,” she points out.

Additionally, Thompson believes that summer camps give today’s children the opportunity to have a host of interactive social experiences, many of which are becoming increasingly rare in our busy world. At traditional camps, meals are served family-style with kids of all ages eating together as well as helping to serve food and clear away dishes. Most summer camps also have cherished rituals and traditions as well as repertoire of beloved

camp songs and skits. At Camp Bristol Hills, one of the most popular traditions is calling staff members by their nick-names all week, only revealing their true identity at the camp’s closing ceremony. The young campers look forward to this with great glee and Gina notes that it’s a huge rite of passage when a young person moves up the camp ladder into a staff position and receives his own nickname. A

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quieter ritual is when everyone gathers at the evening campfire, holding hands, and singing a special goodnight song, a great way to slow down and unwind before going to bed.

Away From HomeThough parents typically have concerns that Gina and Matt can easily address in person or over the phone, such as how any special dietary or health issues will be handled, how staff are trained, and what happens if there’s an accident, there is one particular universal worry that Gina herself can empathize with - homesickness. “It’s awful to have your child sobbing miserably on the phone, saying that all they want is to be home with you. Of course you’ll want to come pick them up immediately but that’s not ok!” she says emphatically. There may be times at camp when your son or daughter is tired or scared or is just plain misses the familiarity of home but, even if you receive a heartbreaking letter, Gina emphasizes that you need to let your child get through these feelings without rushing

to the rescue. She and Matt spend a lot of time training their staff to call it ‘missing home’ rather than ‘homesickness’ because, to them, it’s normal and natural stage to go through, not an illness. “We tell them to let the kids know that it’s ok to miss home and that this doesn’t have to mean that camp is bad and home is good,” she explains. The directors also urge parents not to tell their child “If you miss me, I’ll come get you,” when they drop them off at camp. Instead they recommend parents say things like “I’ll miss you but you’re going to have fun and we’ll have lots to talk about when you get home.” Before sending your child to camp, parents can talk to the camp direc-tor or check the camp’s website for tips on preparing your child. Camp personnel also suggests sending care packages and letters while a child is away. Campers love to receive mail and treats! This approach must be working because Gina has heard numerous stories about how much stronger and more em-powered homesick kids feel when the end of the week arrives and they have made it

through intact. In her view having a child feel discomfort, work through the feeling with the help of a supportive counselor, and then be able to triumphantly pro-claim “I did it!” is a huge developmental milestone. “Having the ability to transfer the memory of overcoming homesickness to future scary or stressful situations like leaving for college or starting a new job by recalling how they survived camp years ago is priceless,” she says. Summer camp can provide some of the happiest and most memorable mo-ments of childhood. It’s a magical place where kids can get to know themselves bet-ter, make new friends, and be with young adult role models that like them and want to spend time with them. Most of all, it’s a place where kids can just be kids!

Sue Henninger is a freelance writer, a frequent contributor to family magazines, and a firm believer in the benefits of summer camp for kids! Contact her at www.fingerlakeswriter.com

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By Sandra Gordon

mealmessages

decode your food cues

on a recent three-day trip to Grandpa and Grandma’s house, my parents took “clean your plate” to a whole new level, insisting at every meal that my girls eat it all up, whether or not they were full. After a while, even a gulp of milk left in a glass seemed to drive Mom and Dad crazy, the tension

growing at every meal. Of course, nobody wants to waste food. Still, i was mystified. Didn’t my parents know that “Clean your plate” is so 1970s? That it’s an antiquated message that teaches kids to eat based on portion size, not actual hunger? That there’s an obesity epidemic raging? Hello?!


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I should talk. Younger generations of parents like me may have snubbed the Clean Plate Club for our kids and for ourselves, but we’re still guilty of conveying unhealthy messages about food. “It’s tough for moms and parents in general these days. We live in a food-obsessed environment and parents themselves are stuck in the food jungle,” says Marilyn Ann Migliore, M.S., R.D., au-thor of The Hunger Within and director of a program of the same name at the University of Michigan. And whether it seems like it or not, our kids are tuning in to our subtle food cues, watching our every move (as well as enticing TV food commercials) and taking mental notes for themselves much earlier than we might think. What they observe can seep into their hard-wiring and set them up for negative self-talk and form the foundation for unhealthy habits. What hidden meal messages are you expressing that your child is eating up? Here’s food for thought. Maybe some of these common refrains sound familiar. Learn how to curb your bad behavior with these message makeovers.

YOU SAY: “You better eat now. Otherwise, you’re going to be hungry later.”

YOUR CHILD LEARNS: It’s okay to eat when you’re not hungry.

Sure, you’d like your soccer player to eat before his 5pm practice so he has plenty of energy to burn and you’d love your pre-schooler to become a breakfast eater. But by encouraging kids to eat preventively, you’re training them to eat when they’re not hungry. Eating for any reason other than physical hunger (your stomach’s growling, you feel weak) — timing, convenience, boredom, fatigue, or even happiness – is a set-up for weight gain, Migliore says. Make it part of your routine and your child could lose touch with his hunger cues long term. Migliore has lots of adults in her practice struggling with this issue.

MESSAGE MAKEOVER: “Teach your child to eat only in response to true, physical hunger,” Migliore urges. If your child isn’t hungry before soccer practice, for example, he can bring a healthy snack and eat it when his stomach starts to growl. Also, avoid pushing food any time your child says he’s not hungry — even if it’s ‘time to eat.’ “Go ahead and have set meals, but keep the structure loose,” Migliore says. If your child says he’s not hungry at breakfast with everyone else, for example, offer a bowl of cereal at 10 am. Your mission: To help your child learn to listen to his body and eat when he’s hungry and stop

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when he’s full. “From the very beginning, encourage your kids to trust their own intelligence,” Migliore says.

YOU SAY: “After you get your flu shot, we’ll go out for ice cream.”

YOUR CHILD LEARNS: Food helps smooth life’s rough spots.

Using food as a reward for enduring a little physical pain can teach kids to use food to self-soothe and to eat for emotional rea-sons. And there’s no limit to the emotional stuff that’s apt to come their way that a little food might seemingly help cure. Be-sides the flu shot, what about getting a bad grade on a test? Or being teased? Or not getting invited to a birthday party? Ouch! “As soon as you start to attach meaning to food, as in ice cream equals comfort, it gives food more significance,” Migliore says. The trouble is, eating doesn’t solve problems. Sure, ice cream can give your child something to look forward to after a visit to the doctor, but it doesn’t negate a bad grade or the fact that someone called you a name. And it doesn’t get you on the

birthday invite list either or cure the more grownup issues all kids will have later.

MESSAGE MAKEOVER: Stop emotional eating before it starts. “Think of fun ways to treat or reward your kids that don’t involve food,” Migliore says. After the flu shot, for example, you could take a trip to the toy store or the park or get a mommy-daughter manicure, or just go home and relish in the fact that it’s over.

YOU SAY: “You can’t have much of that. It’s bad for you.”

YOUR CHILD LEARNS: If I eat as much of it as I want, I’m bad.

Teaching your child to categorize foods as “good” or “bad” and then limiting the “bad” stuff can backfire, making kids want it more and seek it out when you’re not around to be the food police, says Leann Birch, Ph.D., director of the Center for Childhood Obesity Research at Penn-sylvania State University. I know what she means. I can’t help but think of my

11-year-old daughter’s friend who sneaks ice cream from our freezer when she comes over. It’s well-known in our neighborhood that her well-meaning mom limits the child’s ice cream intake (and hers as well) to half cup servings because it’s “fattening.” “Restricting food creates the forbidden food effect,” Birch says. And then there’s the emotional fallout. Even children as young as 5 can feel guilty and ashamed for eating foods they’re not supposed to, which can set the stage for disordered eating later on, Migliore says. “It’s a vicious cycle.”

MESSAGE MAKEOVER: If you’re concerned about your child’s eating or her weight, don’t bring “bad” foods into your house often. But if and when you do, don’t restrict them either. In general, send a neutral message. “Offer foods you don’t have to restrict,” Birch says. Sandra Gordon is an award-winning writer based in Weston, Connecticut who delivers expert advice and the latest developments in health, nutrition, parenting and consumer issues.

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book nook[ By Jillian Melnyk

MORE READSCheck out these other

best-sellers, new releases, & classics with interactive &

engaging features:

Fuzzy, Fuzzy, Fuzzy! A Touch, Scritch & Tickle BookBy Sandra Boynton

Snow Bugs: A Wintery Pop-Up Book

By David Carter

Little Bunny Finger Puppet Book

By Chronicle Books

Pat the Beastie: A Pull-And-Poke Book

By Henrik Drescher

How Do You Feed a Hungry Giant? A Munch-and-Sip

Pop-Up BookBy Caitlin Friedman

Pat the BunnyBy Dorothy kunhardt

Bee & Mee: A Mini-Motion Book

Written by Elle J. McGuinness & illustrated by

Heather Brown

Peekaboo Kisses: An Interactive Book

By Barney Saltzberg

Good EggBy Barney Saltzberg

Press HereBy Herve Tullet

Arlo Needs GlassesBy Barney SaltzbergWorkman Publishing, 2012, board book / pop-up book, $15.95Ages 3-6

Something is wrong with Arlo, what could it be? When he’s not fetching his toys like normal, his owner knows something is up, so it’s time for Arlo to get his eyes checked. Lo and behold, he needs glasses. But this isn’t a bummer that will keep Arlo sitting on the side-lines, it’s a great adventure! Arlo’s trip to the optometrist is fun and he gets to try on various pair of specks (including superhero frames!) before donning the winning pair. Completely charming.

Waddle!By Rufus Butler SederWorkman Publishing, 2009, board book / pop-up book, $12.95Ages 2-5

This book really moves! This scanimation book is more than just a regular book – animals come to life with mesmerizing animation. Waddle like a penguin, hop like a frog, stomp like an elephant and more! Full of moving animals and engaging text, this book is perfect for young animal lovers. Also available: Swing! and Gallop!

engage / / books that pop

pull it, pop it, flip it over... these books all have a bit more than your average reading fare! With flaps, tabs and things that move, each of these books engages young readers and offers an extra dose of fun.

How Big is the Lion? My First Book of MeasuringBy William AccorsiWorkman Publishing, 2010, board book, $14.95Ages 4-7

Measuring is not only an important skill to learn, but it can be loads of fun too! This interactive book makes it fun for young learners to practice measuring everything from birthday cake to crocodiles with the included wood-en ruler. Colorful collage illustrations are unique and add depth to each page.


Jillian Melnyk is the Editor for Rochester Area & Genesee Valley Parent Magazine. She has an MFA in Writing for Children from the Center for the Study of Children’s Literature at Simmons College. She welcomes questions about books and can offer endless recommendations at [email protected]

Big Frog Can’t Fit inBy Mo WillemsHyperion Books for Children, pop-up book, $19.99Ages 4-8

Oh dear, Big Frog has a problem... not only is she quite a big frog, but she’s even too big for her book. (Really, she’s HuGE, because this is one big book.) This over-sized pop-up book is loads of fun and the pages are begging to be opened over and over again.

Beautiful Oops!By Barney SaltzbergWorkman Publishing, 2010, board book / pop-up book, $11.95Ages 3 and up

Oops! Don’t let a spill get you down, instead, go ahead and celebrate it. A smudge, a smear, a tear – this book will make you think about them differently. Let your creativity blossom with this interactive book full of colors, flaps, and well, an oops or two.

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Teens listen to their friends and behave like their friends because they want to be ac-cepted and feel like they truly belong to a group, but parents want their teens to make good choices and avoid succumbing to peer pressure. It takes a teen with an exceptionally strong personality – a leader – to oppose a peer group and have faith in his individual ideas and values.

Becoming a LeaderDoes your teen go along with the group, or does she do her own thing? Is leadership learned or an inherent part of someone’s personality? “Leadership is learned be-havior,” says Susan Kuczmar-ski, EdD, author of The Sacred Flight of the Teenager: A Parent’s Guide to Stepping Back and Letting Go (Book Ends Publishing, 2004). She continues, “Lead-ership is not inborn to a select few. It is developed through experience. The most effective way of learning leadership is through doing.”

There are many leadership roles teens can seek in both the school setting and their larger communities, such as team captain, class president, scout leader, or religious education coordinator. These types of positions give teens hands-on experience in leadership.Kuczmarski has worked exten-sively with teens on leadership training, and she advises that teens learn what their leader-ship style is in order to become an effective leader. They also need to develop their best qualities and use them. If a teen is adept at organization, she might develop a list of specific tasks for officers in student gov-ernment to increase efficien-cy, for instance. Kuczmarski explains that teens should also understand the needs of the group they are leading and dis-cern which individuals are best suited for various assignments based on their strengths.

Can Parents “Raise” a Leader?Carole Lieberman, MD, a psy-

chiatrist on the Clinical Faculty of UCLA’s Neuropsychiatric Institute, believes that parents can encourage leadership quali-ties in their teens. She suggests, “Go to the movies with your teens that tell stories about teen or young adult heroism, not through violence, but through using their intelligence, creativity, and courage.” She also recommends that parents encourage hobbies and sports where teens can feel proud of their accomplishments and start to teach others what they’ve learned. Lieberman believes that volunteer pro-grams are great for teaching leadership skills as well as the importance of helping others.

Kuczmarski agrees. “Extra-curricular activities are ideal places for teens to explore and practice what it means to be a group leader.” She reports that these activities nurture social learning and can provide a balance to an academically focused schedule. In addition,

parenting teens & tweens[ ] By Myrna Beth Haskell

WAnT To SHARE YoUR IDEAS? UPCoMInG ToPIC: How to help your teen cope with the death of a friend. Send your full name, address, & brief comments to: [email protected] or visit: www.myrnahaskell.com8

h ave you ever asked your teen the age-old question, “if your friends were jumping off a bridge, would

you?” you may have been exasperated with your teen blindly following a friend straight into a troublesome sit-uation. Perhaps he dared to take the car out past curfew because a friend called and begged to be picked up for a party. Maybe your teenage daughter decided to start dressing like a group of friends whose school garb looks like it belongs on a beach.

lead the way// encouraging leadership qualities in teens

Six Qualities of a Successful Leader:• Honesty• Respect for others and their

opinions• Superb communication

skills• Decisiveness• Courage• Confidence


group activities, such as planning a musi-cal, help teens learn how to be leaders by providing a set of tangible responsibilities, deadlines, and an opportunity for teens to be mentors for new members. “You will be amazed at their rapid rate of growth and maturation,” she says. Besides providing opportunities for teens to practice leadership roles, parents can encourage positive self-esteem by showing pride in their teens’ accomplish-ments. Dr. Kuczmarski instructs, “Learn to praise your teen in a way that encourages her to acknowledge her own strengths. Praise with a new level of enthusiasm.” Matthew Smith, owner and director of Longacre Leadership, a summer leader-ship camp for teens in Newport, PA, urges parents to teach leadership by giving teens freedom and responsibility. “Kids should be given responsibility at a young age, well before adolescence. This builds work ethic and self-confidence. If parents want to encourage leadership qualities in their teens, they must build their teen’s self-con-fidence. Leadership is about self-confi-dence – knowing you can make decisions and knowing you can take responsibility.” If parents nurture self esteem and confi-dence, as well as provide teens with oppor-tunities to lead in social situations, their teens will develop invaluable life skills and learn to believe in themselves, even if class president is not their ultimate goal.

Myrna Beth Haskell is a freelance writer and monthly contributor to Rochester Area & Genesee Valley Parent Magazine who lives in Salt Point, NY. She is the author of the newly released book, LIONS and TIGERS and TEENS: Expert advice and support for the conscientious parent just like you (Unlimited Publishing LLC). For more information visit www.myrnahaskell.com. Also available at: Amazon.com.

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CalendarActivities • Exhibits • Theater • Storytelling • Shows • Family Fun • Outdoor Adventures

Parenting Programs • and lots more for families to do in & around Rochester!

COOL KIDS! at GCC presents: Comedy and Magic!

16 16 & 17SATSAT

Featuring The Magic Guy, the hysterical master of snickery and trickery, a mega popular star in the land of silly and magical hoo-ha! Get rid of those winter blahs and replace them with hahaha’s! Genesee Community College One College Rd., Batavia 14020. 637-3984. www.generationcool.biz

Each Literature Live weekend offers the opportunity to meet, greet, and pose for photos with some of the most popular storybook characters of all time and enjoy related story readings. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

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LITERATURE LIVE: Meet Mouse from If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

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The library is turning into a mad-sci-entist’s laboratory. Conduct science experiments with everyday objects and household materials. For ages 5-10. 3pm. East Rochester Public Library, 111 West Elm St., East Rochester, 428-8248. www.libraryweb.org/erochester

Celebrate one of North America’s unique traditions with self-guided walks through the the woods to the 19th-cen-tury sugar maple camp. you can tap a tree and carry

sap bucksts; see modern syrup-making demos and sample maple treats. The event features displays of maple sugaring artifacts, crafts, demonstrations and activities at the nature center and in the histor-ic village. Enjoy a pancake breakfast at the Meeting Center from 9am-1pm each day.

Where: Genesee Country Village &Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, 14511.

When: Saturdays & Sundays, March16-17 & 23-24, 9:30am-4pm

Cost: $8.50/adult, $6.50/youth, Members and Children 3 and under/Free. Extra fee for breakfast.

For More Info: Call 538-6822 or visit www.gcv.org

March 16-17 & 23-24

Maple SugaringFestival //

march events

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calendar of events • local family-friendly activities

St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 16th 12:30pm. Downtown Rochester from East Ave to Main St.

01 * Friday February break Creativity Camp. See Feb 25. 8:30am - 5pm Genesee Center for the Arts & Education, 713 Monroe Ave, Rochester, 14607. 271-5183. http://www.geneseearts.org/Genesee-Center/Genesee-Pottery-Single-Class.php?refno=3053

02 * Saturday 17tH aNNuaL teLetHON FOr LOLLypOp Farm. Celebrate the 17th year of Lollypop Farm’s Telethon, the largest fundraising event for homeless and abused animals in the Rochester community. 3-9pm. Eastview Mall, Victor. Call 223-1330 ext.241 or visit www.lollypop.org www.lollypop.org

rOCHeSter mODeL raiLrOaD CLub OpeN HOuSe. Models the Lehigh Valley Railroad from Pennsylvania to Buffalo. Thomas the Tank Engine, Percy and James will be running on the layout and there are small benches to sit on while viewing the trains. 10am-5pm. $3, adults; $2, children ages 6-12; children under 6 admitted free; $10, family maximum. universalist Church , 150 Clinton Avenue South Rochester. 334-4930. www.rocmrrc.com

SCieNCe SaturDayS: tHe SCieNCe OF buiLDiNG. Science Saturdays programs allow community members to dig their hands into science, meet local experts and discover science phenomena in a relaxed, conversational setting. 11am-4pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org

tHe rOyaL baLL. Come in costume and prepare to be transported to a fairy tale world where you will meet Cinderella, Prince Charming, and the Fairy Godmother in person. Live music, pageantry, dancing, games, and crafts. 11am-4pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

03 * Sunday ameriCa’S GOt taLeNt Live. Hosted by legendary TV personality, Jerry Springer, experience all the energy and excitement from the

television show, live! Performers include: Olate Dogs, Landau Eugene Murphy, Spencer Horsman, Eric Dittelman, Tim Hockenberry & Dave Burleigh 7PM. $36.50 - $85.50 Auditorium Theatre, 885 East Main St., Rochester, 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com or http://rbtl.org www.rbtl.org

Gvp’S 19th aNNuaL Camp & Summer aCtivity Fair. Sponsored by Genesee Valley Parent Magazine, the Fair has the best options for your child’s summer. Meet Camp Organizers from more the Greater Rochester area and national camps--from preschool day camps to teen sleepaway camps. 11am-5pm. Eastview Mall, Victor. 287-5330. www.gvparent.com

Free *LitvakuS - WOrLD kLezmer QuiNtet. Enjoy a free concert of traditional Jewish music from Eastern Europe with songs in yiddish and other Jewish languages. Space is limited. Reservations required. 1:30pm. Temple Emanu_El, 2956 St Paul Blve, Rochester. 388-5212.

rOC City SiNGerS. Roc City Singers is a premier group of 20 singers and dancers, currently ranging in age from 15-25. Come enjoy the triple threat talents of these young performers who are destined for Broadway. 1-2pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org

rOCHeSter mODeL raiLrOaD CLub OpeN HOuSe. See March 2. 1-5pm. $3, adults; $2, children ages 6-12; children under 6 admitted free; $10, family maximum. universalist Church , 150 Clinton Avenue South Rochester. 334-4930. www.rocmrrc.com

tHe rOyaL baLL. See March 2. 1-4pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

04 * Monday mONDay kiCkS FOr aGeS 2 tO 6. Playful learning activities designed for 2- to 6-year-olds, one Monday a month. This month: Fairy Tale Fantasy. 10am-2pm. Free with admission. Ages: 2yrs-6yrs. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

tODDLer bOOk CLub at tHe StrONG. Readings of classic children’s tales followed by music and movement activities. This month: Celebrating Once upon a Time. Shows at 10:30am, 11:30am & 12:30pm. 10:30 & 11:30am, 12:30pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

06 * Wednesday time FOr tOtS. For Ages 1-5 with a caregiver. Forty minutes of free play with toys followed by a twenty minute story time. No registration required. 10:15-11:15am. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

07 * Thursday FiGHt Like a GirL: SeLF DeFeNSe FOr WOmeN. Rita Parker will cover basic safety issues for women and demonstrate some effective defensive techniques against choke holds and ground positions. you are stronger than you think! Limit 100. Registration required. 7-8:30pm. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092. www.hpl.org

08 * Friday vOiCeS OF SpriNG. Hochstein youth Singers, Hochstein Singers, and members of the Voice Dept. combine in an evening of song. 6:30pm. Hochstein Performance Hall, 50 North Plymouth Ave. Rochester 14614. 454-4596. http://www.hochstein.org/events/icalrepeat.detail/2013/03/08/319/-/voices-of-spring

09 * Saturday Literature Live: SiSter bear. Each Literature Live weekend offers the opportunity to meet, greet, and pose for photos with some of the most popular storybook characters of all time and enjoy related story readings. 11am-5pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

Nature expLOrerS. 2nd through 4th graders are invited to Helmer Nature Center for a brand new program - Nature Explorers! Explore the natural world through hands on experiences. 6 sessions occur on the 2nd Saturday of each month from November through April! Join us! 12:30-2:30pm Helmer Nature Center 154 Pinegrove Ave. Rochester, NY 14617. 336-3035. www.westirondequoit.org/helmer.htm

St. patriCk’S Day CeLebratiON. Join in a scavenger hunt to find the fabled pot of gold, and take a ride on the carrousel with a lucky leprechaun along the way. Enjoy a performance by Rochez Academy of irish Dance, snacks and history. 12-4pm. $6/person Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, 180 Thompson St. North Tonawanda, 716-693-1885. www.carrouselmuseum.org

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Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird and all their Sesame Street friends are taking to the stage to share their love of music in Sesame Street Live “Elmo Makes Music.” A new music teacher will teach Elmo, his friends and the audience that everyone can make and enjoy beautiful music together. March 15-17. Auditorium Theatre, 885 East Main St., Rochester. 1-800-745-3000. www.rbtl.org , http://sesamestreetlive.com

SeSaMe Street Live PreSentS: eLMo MakeS MuSic

Free *tHe bOOk prOjeCt. Decorate a large book with a favorite family memory! This unique craft is suitable for children 5 and up. you will be given a bisque book form and underglazes so you can paint a special picture together. Limited to 5 families. 1-3pm Genesee Center for the Arts & Education 713 Monroe Ave, Rochester, 14607. 271-5183. http://www.geneseearts.org/

10 * Sunday Free *FirSt kiDS: LiFe at tHe WHite HOuSe. Hear how children have made the White House their home over the years. Design your

own room in the White House and your own Secret Service code name! Scout troops and adults welcome. Enjoy this free program from the Perinton Historical Society. 2:30-3:30 pm Fairport Historical Museum 18 Perrin Street Fairport, 14450. 223-3989. www.PerintonHistoricalSociety.org

Free *SiNFONia & CONCertiNO StriNGS CONCert. Directors John Fetter (Sinfonia) and Marcos kreutzer (Concertino Strings) combined concert for young string musicians. 7pm. Hochstein Performance Hall, 50 North Plymouth Ave. Rochester 14614. 454-4596. http://www.hochstein.org/events/icalrepeat.detail/2013/03/10/322/-/sinfonia-and-concertino-strings-c



Spend your school break at the museum. it’s a festival of all things messy, ooey, sticky, yucky and fun! Dress to

make a mess because you may get more than your hands dirty! March 30- April 7, 12-4pm. Included with museum

admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave., Rochester 14607. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org

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Literature Live: SiSter bear. See Mar 9. 1-5pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org tHe bOLaND SCHOOL OF iriSH DaNCiNG. Enjoy irish culture through ireland’s native dances and music. Students at The Boland School have successfully competed at local, regional, national, and international venues, bringing home hundreds of awards. 3-3:30 & 4-4:30pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org

11 * Monday GOLDeN eaGLe StriNG baND. The Golden Eagle String Band will trace a fictitious irish immigrant from ireland to the uSA via the songs of the period. Limit 100. Registration required. 6:30-8:30pm. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092. www.hpl.org

tODDLer bOOk CLub at tHe StrONG. Readings of classic children’s tales followed by music and movement activities. This month: Celebrating Once upon a Time. Shows at 10:30am, 11:30am & 12:30pm. 10:30 & 11:30am, 12:30pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

12 * Tuesday Free *baby SiGN CLaSS. in this workshop you will: Learn vocabulary words you can use every day!, See a story read in ASL, Practice signs with your little one, Go home with resources to continue baby signing. Sign up at Brighton Recreation or by mail. 10-11am. Brookside Recreation Center, Conference Rm 220 idlewood Rd., Rochester 14618. 784-5260. www.townofbrighton.org/rec

14 * Thursday Free *baby SiGN CLaSS. in this workshop you will: Learn vocabulary words you can use every day!, See a story read in ASL, Practice signs with your little one, Go home with resources to continue baby signing. Sign up at Brighton Recreation or by mail. 10-11am. Brookside Recreation Center, Conference Rm 220 idlewood Rd., Rochester 14618. 784-5260. www.townofbrighton.org/rec

15 * Friday LauGH FOr LiFebOx. Some of Rochester’s comedic talent is coming together to put on a benefit show for Lifebox, a not-for-profit organization saving lives by improving the safety and quality of surgical care in low-resource countries. With raffles, sketches and more! Doors at 7pm, show at 8pm. $10 donation- All proceeds go directly to Lifebox The German House 315 Gregory St # 1, Rochester, 14620.

16 * Saturday birDiNG vaN tOur. Ducks, geese & swans are on the move as the spring migration season is upon us. Hop in the van for an excursion to birding hotspots where hundreds of thousands of waterfowl can be seen! Participants are encouraged to bring their camera and binoculars. 9am-12pm. $7.50/child; $12.50/adult Montezuma Audubon Center, 2295 State Route 89, Savanna, 13146. 315-365-3588. www.audubon.org

Free *COOL kiDS! at GCC presents: the maGiC Guy!! Comedy and magic! Featuring: “Rochester’s favorite performer” the hysterical master of snickery and trickery, is a mega popular star in the land of silly and magical hoo-ha! Get rid of those winter blahs! And replace em with hahaha’s! Get there early!! 10 AM- 11 AM Genesee Community College One College Rd Batavia Ny 14020. 637-3984. http://www.generationcool.biz

expLOre tHe SCieNCe OF mapLe Syrup prODuCtiON. Explore the science and lore of maple syrup production with volunteer guides along the CNC Pioneer Trail. Participants learn how a tree makes sap and discover the different processing techniques. Pancake meals available. 9am-3pm. $3 per person ($10 per family), extra fee for pancake breakfast Cumming Nature Center 6472 Gulick Road Naples, NY 14512 374-6160. www.rmsc.org

Literature Live: mouse (if you Give a mouse a Cookie). Each Literature Live weekend offers the opportunity to meet, greet, and pose for photos with some of the most popular storybook characters of all time and enjoy related story readings. 11am-5pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

make a FaSt FrieND. Learn about the history of the greyhound, how they train for racing, what their careers are like, and what great pets they make! 11am-3pm. included with museum admission Rochester

Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org

mapLe SuGariNG FeStivaL. Celebrate a unique North American tradition with self-guided walks to the sugar bush, 19th-century and modern syrup-making demos and tastings, plus plenty of activities around the museum. Pancake and sausage breakfast 9 am-1 pm. 9:30am-4pm $9-$16. Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford. 538-6822. www.gcv.org

mapLe WeekeNDS at SuGarbuSH HOLLOW mapLe Farm. Watch the Mple Men make syrup, taste the unique flavors, hike into the Sugarbush Nature Trail see the sugar maple trees making sap. Enjoy a pancake breakfast using the maple syrup on fluffy pancakes. Donations benefit the Springwater Gala. 10am-4pm. Donations accepted. Sugarbush Hollow Maple Farm, 8447 Pardee Hollow rd., East Springwater 14572. 943-3475. www.sugarhousesyrup.com

NyS mapLe WeekeNDS. Sample pure maple syrup & gourmet moxie-licious maple cream spread! Stock up on Maple Products! Enjoy a pancake breakfast and open house. 10am-4pm. $3/kids, $6.50/ adults Wohlschlegel Naples Maple Farm, 8064 Coates Rd., Naples 14512. 367-3283. www.wohlschlegelsnaplesmaplefarm.com

Free *WOmeN’S Fair. A chance for women to focus on improving their minds, bodies and spirits. includes everything from personal finance and nutrition to yoga and Zumba, couponing, homesteading, menopause and returning to school. 9am-3pm. Pieters Family Life Center, 1025 Commons Way, Rochester, 487-3500. www.heritagechristianservices.org

17 * Sunday expLOre tHe SCieNCe OF mapLe Syrup prODuCtiON. See March 16. 9am-3pm. $3 per person ($10 per family), extra fee for pancake breakfast Cumming Nature Center 6472 Gulick Road Naples, NY 14512 374-6160 www.rmsc.org

Literature Live: mOuSe (iF yOu Give a mOuSe a COOkie). See Mar 16. 1-5pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

mapLe SuGariNG FeStivaL. See Mar 16. 9:30am-4pm $9-$16. Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford. 538-6822. www.gcv.org

mapLe WeekeNDS at SuGarbuSH HOLLOW mapLe Farm. See March 16. 10am-4pm. Donations accepted. Sugarbush Hollow Maple Farm, 8447 Pardee Hollow rd., East Springwater 14572. 943-3475. www.sugarhousesyrup.com

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Help put together one of the world’s largest jigsaw puz-zles- more than 14ft long made from 24,000 pieces. Enjoy other puzzles, brain-teasers, games and more. Solve brain teasers and make your own paper puzzle to take home. Check out unusual puzzles—3-D, glow-in-the-dark, or one so small you need tweezers to place the pieces. March 29-April 7. National Museum of Play at the Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester. Included with museum admission. 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org


NyS mapLe WeekeNDS. See March 16. 10am-4pm. $3/kids, $6.50/ adults Wohlschlegel Naples Maple Farm, 8064 Coates Rd., Naples 14512. 367-3283. www.wohlschlegelsnaplesmaplefarm.com/

18 * Monday tODDLer bOOk CLub at tHe StrONG. Readings of classic children’s tales followed by music and movement activities. This month: Celebrating Once upon a Time. Shows at 10:30am, 11:30am & 12:30pm. 10:30 & 11:30am, 12:30pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

19 * Tuesday Free *briGHtON kiNDerGarteN ymCa Wrap-arOuND Care. Visit the facility and learn about the wrap around care program. 4-6pm. Brighton Brookside Recreation Facility 220 idlewood Road, Brighton. 341-3264. www.rochesterymca.org/southeast

20 * Wednesday HOWLaND’S iSLaND baCkCOuNtry Hike. A 3-mile guided hike over uneven terrain through the backcountry of Montezuma is a great way to welcome the first day of spring! 9-11am. $3/child; $5/adult; $15/family Montezuma Audubon Center, 2295 State Route 89, Savanna, 13146. 315-365-3588. www.audubon.org

OpeN HOuSe. Accepting applications for Fall 2013 Ages 18 months – 12 years old Take a tour of the school and see the new expansion. Meet the Teachers, Staff and Webster Montessori School community. 9-11am. Webster Montessori School 1310 Five Mile Line Road Webster, 14580. 347-0055. www.webstermontessori.org OpeN HOuSe- evening session. Accepting applications for Fall 2013 Ages 18 months – 12 years old Take a tour of the school and see the new expansion. Meet the Teachers, Staff and Webster Montessori School community. 6-7:30pm. Webster Montessori School 1310 Five Mile Line Road Webster, 14580. 347-0055. www.webstermontessori.org

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21 * Thursday Geva preSeNtS LuNCH HOur SerieS: tHe private ear. Have lunch and enjoy the theatre! Ted has a way with women, but is he expert enough to coach his awkward friend Tchaik successfully through a first date? 12:15-1pm. $8 play only ticket.; $15 ticket includes lunch box (must be ordered in advance) Geva Theatre Center, 75 Woodbury Blvd. 232-1366. www.gevatheatre.org

22 * Friday Free *NGt prOuDLy preSeNtS: DiSNey’S tHe LittLe mermaiD jr. Performances of the sparkling new musical “Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.” Presented by the students at Next Generation Theatre, Inc. 7pm. Spencerport High School Performing Arts Centre 2707 Spencerport Road Spencerport, 14559. 678-6484. www.nxtgentheatre.org

23 * Saturday expLOre tHe SCieNCe OF mapLe Syrup prODuCtiON. See March 16. 9am-3pm. $3 per person ($10 per family), extra fee for pancake breakfast Cumming Nature Center 6472 Gulick Road Naples, NY 14512 374-6160 www.rmsc.org

Literature Live: martha the talking Dog. Each Literature Live weekend offers the opportunity to meet, greet, and pose for photos with some of the most popular storybook characters of all time and enjoy related story readings. 11am-5pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

makiNG traCkS WitH tHe aNimaL teaCHerS. Presented by the Animal Teachers and Anne Meade. 12-3pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org



NGt preSeNtS: tHe LittLe mermaiD- aFterNOON SHOW. See March 22. 2pm Spencerport High School Performing Arts Centre 2707 Spencerport Road Spencerport, 14559. 678-6484.

NGt preSeNtS: tHe LittLe mermaiD- eveNiNG SHOW. See March 22. 7PM. Spencerport High School Performing Arts Centre 2707 Spencerport Road Spencerport, 14559. 678-6484.


Free *ymCa yOutH Out aLL NiGHt SLeepOver. kids, grab sleeping bags and join us for the LOST iN SPACE sleepover! Swimming, pizza, movie, breakfast, fun! . Ages 8-12 yrs. Half-night option available. 8:30pm - 7:30am next day $35 for y members, $45 for non Southeast Family yMCA, 111 E. Jefferson Rd, Pittsford, 14534. 385-4665. www.rochesterymca.org/events

24 * Sunday expLOre tHe SCieNCe OF mapLe Syrup prODuCtiON. See March 16. 9am-3pm. $3 per person ($10 per family), extra fee for pancake breakfast Cumming Nature Center 6472 Gulick Road Naples, NY 14512 374-6160 www.rmsc.org

Literature Live: martHa tHe taLkiNG DOG. Each Literature Live weekend offers the opportunity to meet, greet, and pose for photos with some of the most popular storybook characters of all time and enjoy related story readings. 1-5pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org




SaLSerOS. Experience Hispanic culture through dance with the university of Rochester’s Spanish and Latino American Student Association. 1-3pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org

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25 * Monday tODDLer bOOk CLub at tHe StrONG. Readings of classic children’s tales followed by music and movement activities. This month: Celebrating Once upon a Time. Shows at 10:30am, 11:30am & 12:30pm. 10:30 & 11:30am, 12:30pm. Free with admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester. 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

27 * Wednesday CeLtiC WOmeN. Performances combine the sounds and sensibility of irish traditional music with memorable original compositions and contemporary pop standards. 7:30pm. $67-$113. Auditorium Theatre, 885 East Main St., Rochester, 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com or www.celticwoman.com, www.rbtl.org

Free *HOCHSteiN perCuSSiON eNSembLe. Jim Tiller directs high school students in a variety of percussion instruments. 7:30pm. Hochstein Performance Hall, 50 North Plymouth Ave. Rochester 14614. 454-4596. http://hochstein.org/events/icalrepeat.detail/2013/03/27/324/-/hochstein-percussion-ensemble

Free *Live FrOm HOCHSteiN aND brOaDCaSt SerieS. The RPO Marimba Band specializes in music written and arranged for melodic percussion instruments. Charles Ross, Brian Stotz, John McNeill, Jillian Pritchard, kristen McGuire, & Howard Potter. 12:10-12:50 pm Hochstein Performance Hall, 50 North Plymouth Ave. Rochester 14614. 454-4596. http://www.hochstein.org/events/icalrepeat.detail/2013/03/27/309/-/rpo-marimba-band

28 * Thursday DabbLiNG WitH tHe ameriCaN bLaCk DuCk. Participants will explore the reasons for the decline of Black Ducks through games and activities. Then, we’ll take a trip to explore another birding hotspot in the Montezuma Wetlands Complex and participate in an American Black Duck survey. 10am-12pm. $7/child. Montezuma Audubon Center, 2295 State Route 89, Savanna, 13146. 315-365-3588. www.audubon.org

Free *eNSembLe.tWeNty.21 WOmeN iN muSiC FeStivaL. Casey Springstead, conductor Abra Bush, soprano kathryn Scarbrough, flute Marcy Bacon, clarinet Anyango yarbo-Davenport, violin Joan kinsella, cello Alisa Curlee, piano Jillian Pritchard, percussion Joan

Tower, Su Mi Ro, Melinda Wagner 7pm. Hochstein Performance Hall, 50 North Plymouth Ave. Rochester 14614. 454-4596. http://www.hochstein.org/events/icalrepeat.detail/2013/03/28/240/-/ensembletwenty21

29 * Friday DabbLiNG WitH tHe ameriCaN bLaCk DuCk. See March 28. 10am-12pm & 1-3pm. $7/child. Montezuma Audubon Center, 2295 State Route 89, Savanna, 13146, 315-365-3588 www.audubon.org

puzzLerS SCHOOL break Week. Help put together one of the world’s largest jigsaw puzzles- more than 14ft long made from 24,000 pieces. Enjoy other puzzles, brain-teasers, games and more. During regular museum hours included with museum admission National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

30 * Saturday meSS-tivaL. it’s a festival of all things messy, ooey, sticky, yucky and fun! Dress to make a mess because you may get more than your hands

dirty! 12-4pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org

puzzLerS SCHOOL break Week. See March 29. During regular museum hours included with museum admission National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

31 * Sunday meSS-tivaL. See March 30. 12-4pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org

April01 * Monday meSS-tivaL. it’s a festival of all things messy, ooey, sticky, yucky and fun! Dress to make a mess because you may get more than your hands dirty! 12-4pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org




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04 * Monday mOmS CLub-NeWark-paLmyra-maCeDON. Playdates, field trips, exploration outings, crafts, sing-alongs, luncheons, visit farms and playgrounds and so much more. For location and further information about our activities please email. 9am. For more info email [email protected]

12 * Tuesday mOm’S CLub OF peNFieLD/eaSt rOCHeSter/briGHtON. Offers support and socialization for stay at-home moms and children. Open to all moms in the Penfield, East Rochester and Brighton school districts. Meets the second Tuesday of month. 10-11:30 am. For location, email [email protected] 10-11:30 am [email protected]

14 * Thursday mOmS CLub OF CLarkSON/HamLiN. The MOMS Club of Clarkson-Hamlin holds daily activities as well as occasional evening events for you and your child. We offer playgroups, family activities, field trips, kid’s activities, moms and couples nights out, and many other activities. 10:00 am 502-8805 www.frontiernet.net/~clarksonhamlinmomsclub/

20 * Wednesday mOmS CLub OF irONDeQuOit. Moms and kids are finding support, friendship and more. We look forward to meeting you! Meets the third Thursday of the month. 9:30-11am. Check web site or email April at [email protected].

April09 * Tuesday mOm’S CLub OF peNFieLD/eaSt rOCHeSter/briGHtON. Offers support and socialization for stay at-home moms and children. Open to all moms in the Penfield, East Rochester and Brighton school districts. Meets the second Tuesday of month. 10-11:30 am. For location, email [email protected] 10-11:30 am [email protected]

11 * Thursday

mOmS CLub OF CLarkSON/HamLiN. The MOMS Club of Clarkson-Hamlin holds daily activities as well as occasional evening events for you and your child. We offer playgroups, family activities, field trips, kid’s activities, moms and couples nights out, and many other activities. 10:00 am 502-8805 www.frontiernet.net/~clarksonhamlinmomsclub/


02 * Tuesday meSS-tivaL. See Apr 1. 12-4pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org


03 * Wednesday meSS-tivaL. See Apr 1. 12-4pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org


Free *WiCkeD. Back by “Popular” demand. Variety calls WiCkED a cultural phenomenon,” and when it last played Rochester in 2010, it broke box office records for the second time. Varies Auditorium Theatre, 885 East Main St., Rochester, 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com or http://rbtl.org http://www.rbtl.org/events.aspx?id=106

04 * Thursday meSS-tivaL. See Apr 1. 12-4pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org


05 * Friday meSS-tivaL. See Apr 1. 12-4pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org


06 * Saturday meSS-tivaL. See Apr 1. 12-4pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org


07 * Sunday meSS-tivaL. See Apr 1. 12-4pm. included with museum admission. Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org


08 * Monday mONDay kiCkS FOr aGeS 2 tO 6. Playful learning activities designed for 2- to 6-year-olds, one Monday a month. This month: Wizards & Dragons. 10am-2pm. included with museum admission. Ages: 2yrs-6yrs. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

tODDLer bOOk CLub at tHe StrONG. See April 8. 10:30 & 11:30am, 12:30pm. included with museum admission. National Museum of Play at The Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

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03 * Sunday FamiLy FuN Game Day. A variety of games. There is no charge for this program, so be sure to bring enough people to make it a fun experience for all. 1:30 - 4:30 pm Ages: 3-11 yrs. Children’s Center, 115 South Ave Rochester, 14604. 428-8150. www.libraryweb.org

04 * Monday baby StOry time. Support your child’s early language and literacy development with nursery rhymes, movement activities, and books. For babies 0-23 months and a caregiver. Older and younger siblings are always welcome. 10:30 am East Rochester Public Library, 111 West Elm St., East Rochester, 503-1814. www.libraryweb.org/erochester

H2O HerO. The RMSC will be presenting a hands-on program about water quality. 3pm. East Rochester Public Library, 111 West Elm St., East Rochester, 14445. 428-8248. http://www.libraryweb.org/erochester

StOry time. For ages 2 1/2 years-old to 5 years-old with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays, circle games, toys, and a snack are all part of the program. No registration required. 10:15-11:15am Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

05 * Tuesday eveNiNG CraFt SerieS FOr tWeeNS. Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, create your very own Shamrock. using nylon cord and pony beads, you’ll create a clip on perfect for your backpack, purse or zipper! All materials will be provided. Registration required and limited to 20 people. 6:30-7:30pm. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

eveNiNG CraFt SerieS FOr tWeeNS-SHamrOCk beaD CraFt. Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, create your very own Shamrock. using nylon cord and pony beads, you’ll create a clip on perfect for your backpack, purse or zipper! All materials will be provided. Registration required and limited to 20 people. 6:30-7:30pm. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

teeN aDviSOry bOarD. Come and be a part of the Teen Advisory Board. Grades 7-12. No registration. 6-7pm. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7093. www.hpl.org

06 * Wednesday pre-k StOry time. Help your child get ready to read with fun stories, finger plays, songs, and a simple craft. For ages 2-4 with a caregiver. 10:30am. East Rochester Public Library, 111 West Elm St., East Rochester, 428-8248. http://www.libraryweb.org/erochester

09 * Saturday tODDLer DaNCe party. Come and dance your sillies out. Toddlers and their caregivers will have a blast listening and dancing along to some of their favorite tunes. No registration. 10:30-11am. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7093. www.hpl.org

11 * Monday baby StOry time. Support your child’s early language and literacy development with nursery rhymes, movement activities, and books. For babies 0-23 months and a caregiver. Older and younger siblings are always welcome. 10:30am East Rochester Public Library, 111 West Elm St., East Rochester, 503-1814. www.libraryweb.org/erochester

StOry time. For ages 2 1/2 years-old to 5 years-old with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays, circle games, toys, and a snack are all part of the program. No registration required. 10:15-11:00am. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

12 * Tuesday Free *GateS GrapHiC NOveL GrOup. Bring in your favorite graphic novel to share with the rest of the participants. Be sure to invite your friends as well! 5:30-6:30pm. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

GrapHiC NOveL GrOup. Bring in your favorite graphic novel to share with the rest of the participants. Be sure to invite your friends as well! Grades 7 -12 5:30-6:30pm. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

juNiOr bOOk CLub. A book club for our youngest book lovers. Each month read and discuss a picture book and make a craft. Limit 15- registration required. 4:15-5pm. Ages: Grades k-3. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7093. www.hpl.org

13 * Wednesday pre-k StOry time. Help your child get ready to read with fun stories, finger plays, songs, and a simple craft. For ages 2-4 with a caregiver. 10:30am. East Rochester Public Library, 111 West Elm St., East Rochester, 428-8248. http://www.libraryweb.org/erochester

14 * Thursday CHiapaS- prObLemS iN paraDiSe. A look at the culture and history of the state of Chiapas. The importance and challenges of conserving biodiversity and An initiative to bring clean drinking water to the people will be explored. Limit 100. Registration required. 7-8:30pm. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092. www.hpl.org

LepreCHauNS at tHe Library. A sneaky leprechaun has hidden his gold coins all over the storytime room! Come help find them, then stay to enjoy some hot chocolate and St. Patrick’s Day cookies!! No registration required. Ages 2 and up. 6:30pm. irondequoit Public Library - Evans Branch 45 Cooper Road Rochester, 14617. 336-6062. [email protected]

Sit, kNit & StitCH. All ages, all are welcome (beginners and experts) Bring and work on your own project and enjoy the company of others who enjoy needlecraft like knitting, stitching and crocheting. Bring your own snack or beverage if you wish. 6:30-8pm. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446. www.gatelibrary.org

16 * Saturday Free *babySitter traiNiNG COurSe. Master the skills of childcare and become a certified babysitter by taking the EPiC Trainings Babysitting Course designed especially for teens 11 yrs. old & up. Each student will be charged a small fee. Please register. 10am -3pm East Rochester Public Library, 111 West Elm St., East Rochester. 428-8248. http://www.libraryweb.org/erochester

Creative art FOr teeNS & tWeeNS. Be creative using a variety of mediums including paint and magic clay. All work will be displayed in the Teen Corner for the month of March. Registration begins February 1. 2-3pm. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092. www.hpl.org

18 * Monday LOCker maGNetS. Create glass magnets for your locker or fridge. using magazines, glass wafers, glue and magnets, the possibilities are endless! Bring your own pictures and artwork. Please note, they will be cut! Registration required, limited to 20 people. 6:30-7:30pm. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

StOry time. See March 11. 10:15-11:00am. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

20 * Wednesday LeGO CLub. The library will provide the bricks and challenge participants to be as creative as possible. Registration required. 4-4:45pm. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7093. www.hpl.org

time FOr tOtS. Forty minutes of free play with toys followed by a twenty minute story time.No registration required. For Ages 1-5 with a caregiver. 10:15-11:15am. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

21 * Thursday DaNCe LeSSONS. Esther Brill will teach Louisiana dance hall, honky tonk and swing. show off what you learned with a dance party during the last class! you do not have to attend all sessions. Please register. 7-8:30pm Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092. www.hpl.org

teeN bOOk CLub. Join fellow book lovers and book talkers and discover what’s new in yA lit. Bring a book to share with the group. Snacks served! Free. Grades 9-12. 3:30-4:30 pm Wood Library 134 N Main St Canandaigua, Ny 14424. 394-1381 http://woodlibrary.org/calendar

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23 * Saturday Free *aNNuaL SCHLeGeL rOaD beautiFiCatiON CraFt SHOW. The Artisan Beautification Craft Show is an annual event started by the Schlegel Road Elementary PTSA to raise funds to beautify the school’s cafeteria. 10am-4pm. Schlegel Road Elementary School 1548 Schlegel Road, Webster, 14580. http.//www.websterschools.org

reaD tO emmie tHe SHeepDOG. Emmie is a 4 year old Shetland Sheepdog, and she would love to hear you read to her! Children of all ages can practice reading to Emmie at the following dates and times: No registration required 10:30am irondequoit Public Library - Evans Branch 45 Cooper Road Rochester, 14617. 336-6062. libraryweb.org

25 * Monday baby StOry time. Support your child’s early language and literacy development with nursery rhymes, movement activities, and books. For babies 0-23 months and a caregiver. Older and younger siblings are always welcome. 10:30am East Rochester Public Library, 111 West Elm St., East Rochester, 503-1814. www.libraryweb.org/erochester

FamiLy StOry time. This program will include stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft! kids are welcome to come in their PJ’s and bring a favorite stuffed animal! No registration required. 6:45-7:30pm. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7093. www.hpl.org

pOtty party. This program is designed to get your little one excited to use the potty. Stories, songs and more. For children and their caregivers. Registration required. 10:15-10:45am. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7093. www.hpl.org

SCieNCe Day We’re turning the library into a mad-scientist’s laboratory. We’ll be conducting science experiments with everyday objects and household materials. For ages 5-10. 3pm. East Rochester Public Library, 111 West Elm St., East Rochester, 428-8248. http://www.libraryweb.org/erochester

StOry time. See March 11. 10:15-11:00am. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

27 * Wednesday LeGO CLub. For ages 5-12 Hear a story, then build with our LEGOS! Call 247-6446 to register. (Registration Required) 6:30-7:30pm. Gates Public Library 902 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, 14624. 247-6446 www.gateslibrary.org

pre-k StOry time. Help your child get ready to read with fun stories, finger plays, songs, and a simple craft. For ages 2-4 with a caregiver. 10:30am. East Rochester Public Library, 111 West Elm St., East Rochester, 428-8248. http://www.libraryweb.org/erochester

teeN Game NiGHt. Come and hang out with your friends at HPL’s monthly Teen Game Night. No registration. 6:30-8pm. Ages: 12yrs+. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7093. www.hpl.org

29 * Friday FamiLy biNGO. Play bingo and win prizes! All ages. No registration required. 1:30-2:30pm. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092. www.hpl.org

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Guests of every age will discover the surprising story of one of America’s oldest and most popular board games in this one-of-a-kind display. Marvel at rare and historic versions of Monopoly—never before gathered together in one public space—as well as examples of modern-day sets and spinoff products based on this National Toy Hall of Fame classic. included with museum admission. National Museum of Play at the Strong, One Manhattan Sq., Rochester, 14607. 263-2700. www.museumofplay.org

Monopoly an american icon - currently at the national Museum of Play at the Strong


STRASENBuRGH PLANETARiuM657 East Ave., Rochester 14607. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org/StrasenburghPlanetarium/ Check web-site or call for prices and hours

My PLANETS. For children ages 3-5 and the adults with them, this friend-ly introduction to the planetarium features worlds in our solar system. Saturdays at 10am. $8. Ages: 3-5yrs. Ends Aug 31.

SATuRDAy NiGHT LASER SHOW. intensely colored beams from argon and krypton lasers fill the planetarium dome with dazzling color patterns that spontaneously dance to classic rock music. Shows change monthly. 9:30pm. $9-$10. Ages: 5+.

SATuRDAy SuN, MOON AND STARS. This relaxed, enjoyable family show presents prominent constellations and takes the audience on a quick trip to the moon. Show Times: confirm at rmsc.org. $8-$10.

FLy ME TO THE MOON. Fly Me to the Moon combines the Apollo 11 mission with a whimsical twist involving three tween-age flies who go along on an incredible space adventure.

RiNG OF FiRE. This film explores the fiery Pacific Rim, showing the geological causes of volcanoes and how people have adapted to living in their shadow. Ages 6+yrs. $3-7.

ROCHESTER MuSEuM & SCiENCE CENTER657 East Ave., Rochester 14607. 271-1880. www.rmsc.org Check website or call for prices and hours

ADVENTuRE ZONE. Dive to the bottom of Lake Ontario in the Deep Submergence Vehicle simulator. Experiment with wind currents, stream erosion, and more.

AT THE WESTERN DOOR. The hundreds of objects dis-played show the Seneca’s and Haudenosaunee’s creative response to new technologies and materi-als introduced following European Contact.

DiSCOVER OuR WEATHER. Make a cloud, measure the wind, and marvel at the power of lightning! ENERGiZE iT. What powers our bodies, cities and planet, and is neither created nor destroyed? ENERGy. ENERGiZE it brings you through a multi-sensory, highly physical experience where yOu hold the power!

EXPEDiTiON EARTH. Explore your connections to the natural world in this interactive natural science exhibition.

FLiGHT TO FREEDOM. Rochester’s underground Railroad. Explore stories of courageous African Americans who traveled through Rochester on their way from slavery to freedom.

HOW THiNGS WORk. Through fun, hands-on investigation, find out how mechanisms such as light switches, thermostats, and traffic signals work.

kEVA PLANkS. Construct your own wooden master-piece with kEVA Planks--identical, stackable construction blocks. Blending science with art, kEVA planks bring out the designer, archi-tect and engineer in each of us. k’NEX. Be an engineer! Build trucks, towers- anything you can imagine with this colorful construction toy.

LiGHT HERE-LiGHT NOW. Have hands-on fun with light, color, and optics with mirrors, lenses, and lasers. Presented by Bausch & Lomb.

RACEWAyS. Experiment with momen-tum, friction, gravity, and acceleration as you send wooden balls looping and racing over ramps.

NATiONAL MuSEuM OF PLAy AT THE STRONG One Manhattan Sq., Rochester 14607. 263-2700 or TDD 423-0746, www.museumofplay.org Check website or call for prices and hours

AMERiCAN COMiC BOOk HEROES: THE BATTLE OF GOOD VS. EViL. Climb up the side of a building, make your own cape, test your superhero skills, pose for pictures with Spiderman and learn more about your favorite comic book hero. BERENSTAiN BEARS: DOWN A SuNNy DiRT ROAD. Step into the playful world of the Berenstain’s including Main St, Bear Country School, Brother & Sister Bear’s Club Houses, and the Family Tree House.

NATiONAL TOy HALL OF FAME. The prestigious hall features historic examples of current toy inductees and play stations.

CAN yOu TELL ME HOW TO GET TO SESAME STREET? See yourself on TV with the Muppets, drive Elmo around Sesame Street in a big yellow taxicab, sell movie tickets at the Circle in the Square Cinema ticket booth, and more.

CELEBRATiNG AMERiCA’S FAVORiTE DOLL. The display features more than 500 examples of Barbie and her friends—plus an array of Barbie accessories.

DANCiNG WiNGS BuTTERFLy GARDEN®. The team has raised the bar by introducing a variety of birds and animals into the garden to cre-ate a lively ecosystem that they have dubbed “butterfly garden 2.0.”

eGAMEREVOLuTiON. An original, highly interactive exhibit that explores the history of video games and their impact on the way we play, learn, and relate to each other.

ONE HiSTORy PLACE. Amid original artifacts and reproductions, children explore mini-environments and get a taste of life as it was a century ago.

READiNG ADVENTuRELAND. Step into a life-sized pop-up book and follow the yellow Brick Road into five literary landscapes from chil-dren’s books.

SuPER kiDS MARkET. Cruise the aisles and fill your cart with a selection of colorful produce that looks so real, you can almost taste it. Departments are filled with highly interactive stations for dramatic role-playing. THE ELAiNE WiLSON AND STRONG EXPRESS TRAiN. Experience the thrill of old-fashioned train travel as the mini locomotive chugs down the track surrounded by scenic postcards from across America.



OTHER AREA ATTRACTiONS

CuMMiNG NATuRE CENTER: A 900-acre preserve located 40 minutes south of Rochester. $3 per person/$10 family. 6472 Gulick Rd., Naples. 374-6160, www.rmsc.org

WHEM ANkH: THE CiRCLE OF LiFE iN ANCiENT EGyPT. Travel back into the past at a time when everything from birth to death revolved around the seasons and the river of life - the Nile. The Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo. 716-896-5200 www.sciencebuff.org

CuLTuRES FOR kiDS. Learn about kids from all over the world. $5. Explore & More children’s museum, 300 Gleed Ave., E. Aurora. 716-655-513. www.exploreandmore.org

TOuR THE RiEDMAN ROBOTiC MiLkiNG CENTER. Tours available Mon-Sat 11am-2pm. $2-$3. Springdale Farm, 700 Colby Street, Spencerport. 349-2090 www.heritagechristianservices.org

THE HERSCHELL CARROuSEL FACTORy MuSEuM. Operates two historic carousels. 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda, 14120. 716-693-1885 www.carrouselmuseum.org A STEP iNTO AFRiCA. This state of the art exhibit, focusing on the Ngorongoro Crater region of Tanzania, is the only one of its kind in the country. included with admission. Seneca Park Zoo, 2222 St. Paul St, Rochester, 14621. 336-7200. www.senecaparkzoo.org

GENESEE COuNTRy ViLLAGE & MuSEuM. Meet and chat with the village potter, storekeeper, printer, tinsmith and blacksmith. Speak with re-enactors and townsfolk about the clothing styles of the period and visit select pieces from the museum’s historic clothing collection. 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford. 538.6822. www.gcv.org.

CORN HiLL NAViGATiON. All aboard the Sam Patch & Mary Jemison! These authentic tour boats embark from Pittsford and Rochester, and provide unparalleled opportunities to experience history and enjoy relaxing getaways that showcase the beauty and ingenuity of America’s cele-brated Erie Canal. For details please call 585-662-5748 or visit SamandMary.org.

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If being a weather reporter sounds more like something you’d like to try, visit the Storm Team 2 Weather Center where you can make, save and even share your very own weather forecast! Choose from a number of weather events or make your own, then record yourself in action and email it to family and friends. You may need some practice to get used to the green screen, but it’s a lot of fun trying! With so much talk these days about sustainable and alternative forms of energy, it’s hard to understand exactly what these new technologies do. Learn more about wind power by creating your own

turbine at the Turbulent Turbine station. Do you know the right pieces to use to create the most power? Don’t forget about solar power, another hot topic in sustainable energy. Do you know how much power a hair dryer uses? Test out the levels of different household items and see how much power you use (and save!) by installing solar panels. One of the most interesting stations in the exhibit is the Dynamic Earth interactive globe. Use the touch screen panel to control the informa-tion displayed on the globe – you can see the change in the Earth’s surface from the beginning of time, map out

volcanoes, bodies of water or other natural phenomenon. You can even see how far Facebook connections reach, turn the Earth into a Jack-o-lantern or the Death Star for our Star Wars lovers. Even if science isn’t your favorite subject, you can’t deny that our planet is in need of better understanding and how we can save it. This is a great hands-on way to teach (and learn) the significant impact that humans have on their sur-roundings and the best part is: it’s fun for all ages! ,

Natalee Kiesling is the Community Editor for Rochester Area & Genesee Valley Parent Magazine.

y ou’re standing there, you hear it starting... you feel a slight breeze… you brace yourself and before you know it, you find yourself caught in the winds of a

75 mph hurricane! No, we’re not talking about being a reporter for The Weather Channel, it’s the Systems Colliding station simulating a real life hurricane – part of the new Our Marvelous Earth exhibit at the Buffalo Museum of Science – and that’s just the beginning!

our marvelous earth // at the Buffalo Museum of Science

out & about[ ] By Natalee kiesling

Where it’s located: Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, New york 14211.

When it’s open: Monday-Sunday: 10am-4pm. Final Fridays: The museum is open until 9pm on the final Friday of the month.

Special Events, Activities & Attractions3D CinemaThe Buffalo Museum of Science is proud to present National Geographic films in their 3D Cinema. Take your learning to the next level with these educational, larger than life films. They’re currently featur-ing ‘Meerkats 3D,’ ‘Lewis and Clark: Great Journey West,” and ‘Sea Monsters 3-D.’ Films run 20 or 40 minutes long, are open to the public and offer reduced rates for members.

Tifft nature PreserveLocated just a few short miles from the museum is one of the most popular outdoor spots in the Buffalo area. A department of the Museum since 1982, Tifft is a 264-acre nature ref-uge dedicated to conservation and environmental education. it features opportunities to observe local wildlife in natu-ral habitats and five miles of nature trails open year-round. you can also take a guided tour and the official “important Bird Area” offers outstanding bird watching. General admis-sion to walk the trails and enjoy to sites of Tifft Nature Preserve is free – donations are grate-fully accepted. For more info about Tifft Nature Preserve call 716-825-6397.

For more information: Call (716) 896-5200, visit www.ScienceBuff.org and follow on Twitter @BuffaloScience

genesee valley parent march 2013

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