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MOPS SUMMER GUIDE 2011

ENJOY YOUR SUMMER!!!

Local Events

Arts on the RiverMorgantown's 11th Annual Arts on the River is Saturday & Sunday, June 11-12, 2011.

Arts on the River was created to provide a positive arts experience with top-notch education activities and shoppingopportunities made possible through the participation of high quality artisans. Now in its eleventh year, AOTR features juriedvisual artists in a variety of mediums, entertainment by outstanding performing artists, free arts oriented educationalactivities provided by the Fun Factory in the Creative Kids. Don't miss our local cuisine and gourmet foods as well as winetasting and WV craft breweries.

The festival is located at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Park on the banks of the Monongahela River and along the CapertonTrail and is heavily advertised locally as well as regionally. Saturday, June 11-12, 2011

22nd Annual Coopers Rock Celebration of the OutdoorsFor the 22nd consecutive year, the Coopers Rock Foundation will host Celebration of the Outdoors, a full day ofeducation and enjoyment for people of all ages and outdoor experience levels. This year, participants will learn aboutrare animals and endangered species in WV, GPS and geocaching, cairn building, the history of Cheat Mountain andCoopers Rock State Forest, and many other topics. They can take part in hiking, fly fishing, rock climbing, bird watching

or just take a guided walk to learn about the indigenous plants in the Forest.Educational partners participating in this year's Celebration include WV Audubon Society, Cheat Lake Environment andRecreation Association, Trout Unlimited, WV Sierra Club, Wild Turkey Federation, USDA Forest Service, WV RaptorRehabilitation Center, WVU Arboretum, WVU Outdoor Recreation Center, WVU Parks & Recreation Department and more.The 2011 Celebration of the Outdoors will be held Saturday, June 11, from 9:00AM 4:00PM. The Celebration is free butsome activities will require a $5 donation to participate for ages 10 and up; family discounts available. Space in manyworkshops is limited and preregistration is strongly encouraged.Saturday, June 11, 2011 9:00 AM - 4:00 AM

Celebration of America - July 4Events in downtown Morgantown celebrating the birth of our great nation. Includes music on Court House Square, parade,contests, ending with a Fabulous Fireworks Display over the Monongahela River.

Kids Day - July 16, 2011

safety, play games,

entertainment, and free PRT, Trolley, and horse & buggy rides. Kids, help the Transit Authority 'paint a bus' downtown. Sokids, the only place to be is Downtown Morgantown on Kids Day.

Mon County FairThe 2011 Monongalia County Fair returns August 8-14, 2011 to Mylan Park! Event times and schedules are to beannounced. The event kicks off with a parade on High Street August 8. Cost is $5 per person and children 4 and under arefree. Visit www.moncountyfair.org for more information!August 8-14, 2011
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Lo c al Par k s

Hazel Ruby-McQuain Riverfront Park The Hazel Ruby McQuain Park and Amphitheater remains one of BOPARC's premiere summer funfacilities. The park is home to annual events such as Movies on the Mon, Celebration of America, and

the Wheeling Symphony Labor Day concert.

Jack Roberts ParkJack Roberts Park is a four-acre park that has become the popular year-round gathering spot for adultsand children in the area.

Krepps Park (POOL)Patteson Drive, MorgantownAn outstanding park with swimmtennis courts, pavilion and trails.

Marilla Park (POOL)East Brockway Avenue, MorgantownAdministrative center of BOPARC housed in Marilla Center which is also available for rentals, programs,classes and other special events. Marilla also features 6 tennis courts, baseball fields and swimmingpool with two waterslides. Park also features skate park, pavilion and playgrounds.

White ParkBeautiful 170 acres of park land including more than three miles of multiuse, trails, ice arena, sportsarena, softball, baseball, horseshoes, restrooms, playgrounds and pavilion.

Tugboat DepotA cute tugboat theme park for little ones in Star City located off of Frontier Street adjoining the rail trail.

Kids love its tire swing, tree house, slides sandbox and bridge.

Chestnut Ridge ParkPicturesque Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground is surrounded by Coopers Rock State Forest and theWest Virginia University Forest, creating an outdoor recreational area of over 16,000 acres. Located just10 miles east of Morgantown, West Virginia on Interstate 68 (exit 15 Coopers Rock).

Cheat Lake ParkPlay area, paved trails, fishing. Take Cheat Lake exit from US I-68. Turn left onto WV 857 to Morgan RunRoad, then turn left onto Morgan Run Road. Road is narrow and one-lane in some locations. MorganRun Road terminates at Cheat Lake Park.


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BOPARC Summer ProgramsFind more details and more activities at www.boparc.org


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2011 Summer Swim Lessons

BOPARC offers online registration for Summer Swim Lessons. Registration is available online starting January 3rd,and in person at the Marilla Center M-F from 8:30 to 4:00 beginning on January 18th. The cost of the lessons is $85.There are a limited number of online registration spots, with the remainder of the spots being left available on a firstcome, first secured basis beginning January 18th. Register early to ensure a space.

Swim lessons will now consist of 8 instructional days with two days remaining for rain make-ups and a family funday. If you have questions about the new guidelines, please call the BOPARC Administrative Office at 304-296-8356.

Swim Classes offered:Toddler Ages12 months to 3 yearsFlashy Splasher Ages 3 to 4 yearsBeginner Ages 5 and upAdvanced Beginner Ages 6 and up


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Local Ice Cream ShopsTutto Gelato 461 High Street, Morgantown www.tutto-gelato.com

Dairy Castle located between Sabraton and downtown Morgantown NEW!!!

Cold Stone Creamery 356 High Street, Morgantown www.coldstonecreamery.com

Carvel Ice Cream 143 High Street, Morgantown www.carvel.com

Dairy Queen 444 High Street, Morgantown www.dairyqueen.com

Tcby 1137 Van Voorhis Rd # 10, Morgantown www.tcby.com

Just Desserts 9500 Mall Road, Morgantown

Dip N Dot 5000 Greenbag Rd, Morgantown

Dari DeliteRt 7 East, Morgantown 304-292-69123837 Earl L Core Rd, Morgantown 304-292-6912

Kountry Kreme 1 Chaplin Hill Rd, Morgantown 304-598-2228

Mountaineer Country Ice Cream 659 Point Marion Rd, Morgantown 304-284-9877

Dairy Kone 654 Pike St, Fairmont 304-534-4411

Dairy King of Grafton 481 N Pike St, Grafton 304-265-9100

Local Farmers MarketsMORGANTOWN FARMERS' MARKETThe Morgantown Farmers' Market is a producer-only market featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, free-range eggs andmeat, honey, herbs, bedding plants, brick oven breads, and much more! Open Saturday's 8:30 a.m. to noon from Maythrough October. Located in the parking lot at Spruce and Fayette Street, Downtown Morgantown.

Spruce/Fayette St. Parking Lot, Morgantown, W.Va. 26505 304-276-1865http://www.morgantownfarmers.org

McConnell Berry Farm West Virginia Fruit & Berry

Blueberries, Summer Apples (Seasonal) Blueberries, Blackberries (Seasonal) Bob McConnell Robert and Becky Titchenal340 Old Sawmill Road Rt. 1, Box 64Morgantown, WV 26374 Bridgeport, WV 26330304-291-0015 1-888-982-3779Website: www.mcconnellberryfarm.biz Website: www.wvfruitandberry.com

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Carmike Cinema 2011 Summer Kid Series at the Morgantown Mall 12 beginning 6/23/2011 http://carmike.com/promotions.aspx?id=107

Thursdays this summer at 10AM. Admission is $1 per person, per film.Kiddie tray is $4 includes popcorn, drink, and fruit snack.See local manager for dates for each title.
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Look to the Morgantown Public Library website for summer programs and activities including storytimes. Summer schedules were not released at time of printing.

http://morgantown.lib.wv.us/programs.html

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is coming to Monongalia County!Participating kids get a free book every month, and it is open to all kids inMonongalia County, up to age five. Sign up at Mon County Library.Awesome program!!!

Check out Barnes and Noble for Summer Reading recommendations by age (3 years thru 12 years)Kids earn a FREE BOOK when they read any 8 books.http://www.barnesandnoble.com/summerreading/index.asp
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25 Manners Every Kid Should Know By Age 9Parents.com , on Tue May 3, 2011 1:21pm PDT

Helping your child master these simple rules of etiquette will get him noticed -- for all the rightreasons. By David Lowry, Ph.D.

Your child's rude 'tude isn't always intentional.Sometimes kids just don't realize it's impolite tointerrupt, pick their nose, or loudly observe that thelady walking in front of them has a large behind. Andin the hustle and bustle of daily life, busy moms anddads don't always have the time to focus on etiquette.But if you reinforce these 25 must-do manners, you'llraise a polite, kind, well-liked child.

Manner #1 When asking for something, say "Please."

Manner #2 When receiving something, say "Thank you."

Manner #3 Do not interrupt grown-ups who are speaking with each other unless there is an emergency. They willnotice you and respond when they are finished talking.

Manner #4 If you do need to get somebody's attention right away, the phrase "excuse me" is the most polite way for you to enter the conversation.

Manner #5 When you have any doubt about doing something, ask permission first. It can save you from many hoursof grief later.

Manner #6 The world is not interested in what you dislike. Keep negative opinions to yourself, or between you andyour friends, and out of earshot of adults.

Manner #7 Do not comment on other people's physical characteristics unless, of course, it's to compliment them,which is always welcome.

Manner #8 When people ask you how you are, tell them and then ask them how they are.

Manner #9 When you have spent time at your friend's house, remember to thank his or her parents for having youover and for the good time you had.

Manner #10 Knock on closed doors -- and wait to see if there's a response -- before entering.

Manner #11 When you make a phone call, introduce yourself first and then ask if you can speak with the person youare calling.
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Manner #12 Be appreciative and say "thank you" for any gift you receive. In the age of e-mail, a handwritten thank-younote can have a powerful effect.

Manner #13 Never use foul language in front of adults. Grown-ups already know all those words, and they find themboring and unpleasant.

Manner #14 Don't call people mean names.

Manner #15 Do not make fun of anyone for any reason. Teasing shows others you are weak, and ganging up onsomeone else is cruel.

Manner #16 Even if a play or an assembly is boring, sit through it quietly and pretend that you are interested. Theperformers and presenters are doing their best.

Manner #17 If you bump into somebody, immediately say "Excuse me."

Manner #18 Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, and don't pick your nose in public.

Manner #19 As you walk through a door, look to see if you can hold it open for someone else.

Manner #20 If you come across a parent, a teacher, or a neighbor working on something, ask if you can help. If theysay "yes," do so -- you may learn something new.

Manner #21 When an adult asks you for a favor, do it without grumbling and with a smile.

Manner #22 When someone helps you, say "thank you." That person will likely want to help you again. This isespecially true with teachers!

Manner #23 Use eating utensils properly. If you are unsure how to do so, ask your parents to teach you or watch whatadults do.

Manner #24 Keep a napkin on your lap; use it to wipe your mouth when necessary.

Manner #25 Don't reach for things at the table; ask to have them passed.

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ABC Scripture Memory Verses

A Romans 3:23

B Believe on the Lord Jesus and you Acts 16:31b C D Draw near to God and he will draw near to you. James 4:8E Even a child is known by his actions. Proverbs 20:11 F Fear not: for I am with you. Isaiah 43:5 G God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1

I John 4:8

H He makes me lie down in green pastures. Psalm 23:2 I John 14:14J Jesus said unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life;

John 14:6

Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever. Hebrews 13:8K Keep your tongue from evil. Psalm 34:13 L Look unto me and be saved, all the ends of the earth:

for I am God and there is none else. Isaiah 45:22M My sheep hear my voice, and I know them and they follow me. John 10:27 N Now is Christ risen from the dead. I Corinthians 15:20 O O give thanks to the Lord; for he is good. Psalm 118:1 P Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand

against the wiles of the devil. Ephesians 6:11Q Quench not the Spirit. I Thessalonians 5:19

R Ecclesiastes 12:1 S Seek the Lord while he may be found. Isaiah 55:6Sing unto the Lord, bless his name. Psalm 96:2

T Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not to your own understanding. Proverbs 3:5U Unto you therefore which believe he is precious. I Peter 2:7 V Verily, verily, I say to you, he that believes on me has everlasting life. John 6:47 W While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 X EXcept a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God. John 3:3

EXceeding great and precious promises are given to us. II Peter 1:4Y You are the light of the world. Matthew 5:14

Z Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today. Luke 19:5bZion heard and was glad. Psalm 97:8

ABC, Jesus Loves Me!!!


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Summer Bonding Ideas (for grownups!)Summer is a great time to grow and strengthen your relationships with other adults. Here aresome free or cheap ideas on things you can do to grow these important relationships!

Evening Under the Stars - Put the kids to bed, grab the baby monitor, your favorite drink andhead outside. Set up a blanket or lawn chairs and chat with your hubby or friends under the

spectacular display, shoot for these meteor showers:

ne 14-16. The June Lyrids is a low rate shower where you could see up to 10 meteorsper hour during its peak.

-29. For the July Aquarids up to 20 bright yellow meteors could be observed duringpeak hours. Because these meteors nearly broadside the earth, they have a slow to moderatespeed.

-30. The Capricornids are characterized by their often yellow coloration and their frequent brightness. They are also slow interplanetary interlopers, hitting our atmosphereat around 15 miles per second. Though you can expect only 15 meteors per hour under thebest dark sky conditions, the Capricornids are noted for producing brilliant fireballs.

-13. The Perseids are one of the easiest to see showers of the year. This shower produces about 60 meteors per hour, and its performance is fairly consistent from year toyear.

Walk and Talk - to walk! Often, children are so happy to be out and about that this allows lots of time for

grown up discussion. Plan a regular time with your husband or arrange to meet up with try out one of the local rail trails or the paths at the Botanical Gardens (Snake Hill Rd)

Campfire Tales - If you have an area for a fire pit (or own one of the smaller manufacturedones) consider making this a summer routine. Let the little ones enjoy a few marshmallows,then wipe their sticky fingers and put them to bed. Reconvene around the fire to enjoy somegreat, media free, time with friends or family.

An Evening Out - Get a sitter, and hit the town for the evening. Check out one of the free

local music events, try out game night at Barnes and Noble (or even browse the aislestogether) or just walk around the downtown area. If you have a little to spend, pick up someice cream or gelato, or plan to try a local restaurant rather than your usual chain. There arelots of local festivals to try (some free, some not) as well as theater events in the area.

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