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Shepherdstown Montessori Academy provides academic excellence in the areas of language arts, math, science, art, Spanish and Chinese language and culture, geography and practical life. We uniquely blend the best practices for individualized teaching and learning with the Montessori curriculum and state and national standards.

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Shepherdstown, WVoffers families the perfect destination for spending

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ages in the area, conveniently located within walking

distance of one another.

Shepherdstown is also the home to educational

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Health and wellness educator Syd Hoffman, author of the newbook All-Day Energy: 100 Ways to Boost Your Energy says, “You’redoing the right things but you might just need to make a few smallchanges to unleash your energy potential so you can stay ener-gized.” Purposeful tweaks in what you eat, how you move and youroutlook on life has a huge impact on erasing fatigue, increasingclarity, and creating energy. www.SydHoffman.com

Everyone’s favorite dino-mite pal is back withthe perfect prescription for family-friendly fun:the all-new Barney®: Let’s Go To The Doctor,from Lionsgate Home Entertainment and HITEntertainment. Let Barney and his friendsshow that going to the doctor is important togrowing up happy, healthy and strong. TheDVD includes three themed episodes plusthree fun bonus features. www.barney.com

In his latest guidebook to healthy living, Thinking Outside the PillBox, Dr. Ty Vincent diagnoses the major problems facing healthcareand medical entities today. Combining the science of conventionalmedicine with the innovation of integrative medicine, his bookhighlights the importance of understanding causes of illness ratherthan relying on a substance for temporary relief.

As far back as 1967, award-winning university instructor Dr. JerrePaquette noticed the startling connection between nutrition and

classroom learning, including the correlationbetween good nutrition and higher grades.Today, he actively teaches his students aboutthe importance of nutrition in their academicperformance, insisting that they have a healthybreakfast before entering his classroom andbanning junk food of any kind. Along withrenowned health expert and former nurseGloria Askew, Paquette channeled his passionfor nutrition education into Eat to Save Your

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weight-loss system gives you permission to eatwhatever you want and still lose weight. Lifesize took the idea ofportion control and ran with it in a brand new way making it thefirst weight loss program entirely based on portion control. Lifesizeportions are different from, and most times bigger than, the portionsizes recommended by many diet experts. The portions werecreated by Hollywood trainer, Steven Kates, based on 20 years ofobserving the amounts of food people without weight problems ate.He found that how they stayed thin was that they ate whatever theywanted but simply ate less of it. A recent study done on Lifesize atColorado State University proved that Lifesize food portionsprogram works. The study found that even if a person ate whateverhe or she wanted, and ate unlimited FREE FOODS(fruits/vegetables) allowed on the program, following the portionguide, they cut calories from their diet and also decreased theamount of food they ate during the day. www.LifesizePortions.com

Getting Beyond “Whatever” – The Guide to TeenSelf-Esteem and Happiness. Remember whenyou thought your toddler was out of control? Youdefinitely weren’t prepared for what was to comein those crazy teenage years. Let Dr. ShalePreston show your testy teen how to ditch the“whatever” attitude and start enjoying happiness,self-esteem, confidence and success.

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Every woman wants to create beauty and part ofcreating beauty is taking care of our bodies.

Busy moms often neglect themselves and give everyexcuse in the book on why we can’t get in to thedoctor. Yet, it’s important to take care of ourselvesand in turn, we model healthy behavior for our kids.Yearly exams are necessary to keep our bodieshealthy.

Are you reticent about a having health check up?“I tell women some of these tests can save your life.If they are a mom, I tell them their children need ahealthy mother,” says woman’s health expert Elizabeth Stein, CNM, MSN, MPH.

Well Woman Gynecology Visit Many life threatening illnesses do not show symptoms until

it is too late. High blood cholesterol puts you at risk for heartdisease. High blood pressure is often referred to as the “silentkiller” because if left unchecked, it can lead to a heart attack orstroke. Early detection is essential in treating disease.

Moms, you can take care of these concerns in one annualvisit to your doctor. A pap smear, pelvic exam, breast exam,STD screening, blood glucose, pregnancy planning, birthcontrol, and blood pressure check can be done in one doctorvisit. A bone density test to screen for osteoporosis is recom-mended for women age 65 and older. Yearly tests can detectmany diseases early enough to treat and some diseases can be

reversed by diet and exercise.Heart disease is the number one cause of death in women.

“Blood pressure, weight, nutrition, activity level, lipid profile(cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL) and diabetes screening allfactors that affect heart health and should be discussed withyour physician,” says Stein.

MammogramAccording to Susan G. Komen for

the Cure, one in every eight Ameri-can women will be diagnosed withbreast cancer. The first mammogramcan be a bit scary, but think of yourhealth and your family. “Somewomen choose not to do mammo-grams because they heard it hurts,which it does,” says Stein. However,there is an 88 percent cure rate forbreast cancer caught at stage 1.

Monthly self-exams are alsoimportant. If you notice any breast changes during a monthlyself-exam, contact your doctor immediately. It is recommendedthat beginning at the age of 20, women receive a clinical breastexam every three years and a mammogram after the age of 40.If a close family member has been diagnosed with breastcancer, mammograms should be scheduled earlier.

Skin ExamThe American Academy of Dermatology estimates that one

in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. The rates of skin cancer among young women have risen

Creating a Beautiful You - Annual CheckupsBY JAN UDLOCK

Family�Health

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Make Your Child’s Shots Less Stressful

V accines help protect babies and young children against 14serious diseases. Even though you are keeping her safe from

diseases, it’s hard to see your child cry when she gets her shots.But you can take some steps before, during and after a vaccinevisit to ease the pain and stress of getting shots.

Read about the shots your child will get in advance. Bring yourchild’s vaccine record to show the doctor. Pack a favorite toy, book,blanket or other comfort item. For older children, be honest -- shotscan pinch or sting, but not for long. Remind them that shots helpkeep them healthy.

Ask your child’s doctor any questions you have about vaccines.You may even want to ask about cooling or numbing the area ofyour child's arm or leg before the shots.

Distract your child with a toy, a story, a song or somethinginteresting in the room. Make eye contact with your child andsmile, talk softly or sing. Hold your child tightly on your lap if youcan. Take deep breaths with an older child to help “blow out” thepain.

After the shot, hug, cuddle and praise your child. For babies,swaddling, breastfeeding or a bottle may offer quick relief. Comfortand reassure older children if they cry.

“Read the Vaccine Information Sheets from your doctor so youknow what to expect after the shots,” said Dr. Melinda Wharton,Deputy Director, National Center for Immunization and RespiratoryDiseases at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Somechildren have pain or swelling where a shot was given, a rash or afever. These reactions are usually mild and resolve on their ownwithout needing treatment.”

If you notice redness, soreness or swelling from the shot, placea clean, cool washcloth on the area. If your child runs a fever, try acool sponge bath. You can also use a non-aspirin pain reliever ifyour doctor says it’s OK. Some children eat less, sleep more or actfussy for a day after they get shots. Make sure your child getsplenty to drink. If you're worried about anything, call your doctor.

“Shots can be stressful,” said Dr. Wharton. “But you can easeyour child’s discomfort. And keeping your child up to date onvaccines is the best way to protect against vaccine-preventablediseases.”

Learn more about childhood vaccines atwww.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents or call 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636). (NewsUSA)

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significantly which may be the result of high risk tanningbehaviors,” says Dr. Oomen-Early. At home, regularly examineyour body and watch for any changes in moles. Immediatelyconsult your doctor about any change of shape or discolorationof a mole. Once a year you should schedule a skin cancer-related check up with your physician or dermatologist.

Dental Check UpsYour dental checkups twice a year include cleaning teeth and

inspection of gums, cavities check and overall oral health.Beyond a bright smile, dental exams are important for yourtotal health. “Oral health is essential to one’s overall health andhas been linked to an increase in chronic diseases such ascancer and heart disease as well as periodontal disease andtooth decay,” says Dr. Jody Oomen-Early, Program Director,School of Health Sciences, Walden University.

Women who do not have dental insurance can contact theirlocal health department in the community. A health educatorcan recommend low cost services in the area. Often dentalschools or dental hygiene schools offer services to the public ata reduced fee.

Colonoscopy Colon cancer is the fourth most common cancer after skin,

breast and lung cancer according to the National CancerInstitute. Most medical practices recommend a rectal exam afterthe age of 50. While a colonoscopy is not pleasant, thepreparation is probably worst than the actual procedure and thebenefits are life-saving.

Annual test results can help you make any necessarydecisions. Early detection of any cancer can increase yourchances of beating it. “Get tested for everything. Consider thateach test should be done once a year, every year,” says Stein.

You have hair and nail appointments on your beauty to-dolist. What’s on your healthy body exam list that you need tomake an appointment for today?

Medical disclaimer: The information provided is for informational purposes only.

Jan Udlock is a freelance writer and mom of five. While it’s unpleasant,Jan had her mammogram for the year.

Health Links:American Academy of Dermatology • www.aad.org/

American Cancer Society • www.cancer.org/

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure • ww5.komen.org/

National Cancer Institute • www.cancer.gov/

Skin Cancer video - Dear 16 Year Old Mehttp://www.youtube.com/

watch?v=_4jgUcxMezM&feature=player_embedded

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FAMILY�hEALTHBY KATHERINE COBB

Make family fitness a priority— and bring on the fun

For a whole host of reasons, our country finds itself in crisiswhen it comes to food, weight, lifestyle and overall health. It seems more Americans are tackling the challenge of getting

and staying fit as a family. It’s a great idea — because doing thingsin numbers is often easier than doing it on your own. And doingfitness-related activities as a family unit can also be fun.

Some families ride bikes together. Others head to the tenniscourts. A few families I know are running together, even enteringraces to challenge themselves. Others head to the gym, whilesome head for an open field to play football or throw Frisbees.

Many people groan when they think about exercising — perhapsmemories of running endlessly around a track in gym class orworse, squeezing into a purple leotard for an 80s aerobics workout,come to mind.

Kids sometimes resist the idea because they haven’t beenliving an active lifestyle, perhaps spending too much time in frontof TVs or computers.

It’s important to ask your family what they enjoy doing, becauseif exercising is fun, it makes it a whole lot easier. So sit everyonedown and make a list of what you enjoy.

Like to dance? Jump on trampolines? Play badminton? Anythinggoes as long as you’re moving.

Make a game out of it and set up the volleyball net, head to thebasketball courts or make up an obstacle course in your backyardand see who can get through it the fastest.

On snowy days, go outside and build an igloo together, or wagea big snowball fight, or go sledding until your cheeks burn (the walkuphill makes the downhill ride even sweeter).

Take your family on a hike — you can even pack a picnic andmake an afternoon of it. The four-state area is an incredibleplayground for hikers of all abilities.

Want to set a goal for the entire family? Consider a “Couch to5K” program, where you work up to running 3.1 miles over a settime period. Or train for another event, such as a muddy obstaclecourse or triathlon (some are geared for multiple age groups).There are plenty of online resources to investigate, or join a groupin your area.

Make sure to check in periodically with family members to seewhich activities are winners and which seemed less enjoyable. Itwill help you stay on track and chart a roadmap for the future.

The important thing — outside of the fun factor — is frequency.Even though you may all be exhausted at the end of a day, carveout time between dinner and flopping down on the couch for awalk or a quick game of hoops. Make your fit explorations more ofan event on the weekend days when you can.

Keep in mind moving your body is always healthy. It strengthensyour muscles and bones, improves mood, boosts energy, helpscontrol weight, combats diseases and promotes better sleep. It’s a“no lose” proposition.

Plus there are no hard and fast rules (doesn’t that make iteasy?), just new ways to explore movement and fun with the mostimportant people in your life.

Katherine Cobb has been studying nutrition, fitness and mentalhealth for the past 20 years.

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Brandi Chastain’s 5 Healthy Habits for Busy Families

For many families, school means routines and maintaining busyschedules that keep the entire family on the go -- especially

those families who are juggling school as well as extracurricularactivities and sports. That’s why it’s particularly important to takethe right steps, beginning with a few healthy habits that will carrythem through not only the school year, but for a lifetime.

It’s easy to get started. For children to adopt healthy routines,many experts agree that the whole family needs to be involved.Brandi Chastain, Olympic and world soccer champion, mom andmentor says, "To keep my family on track, I like to incorporate a fewsimple rules for healthy living into our busy lives," she adds.

1 Hydrate to perform great. Kids should drink water before,during and after exercise. While exercise generates heat andincreases the body’s core temperature, water works to bring bodytemperature back to the normal 98.6 F. Let your child pick out acolorful water bottle to make drinking water fun.

2. Always make time for healthy meals. The USDA says thathalf our plates should be filled with colorful fruits and veggies, butwhen your children are constantly running from school to practiceand back, it can be tough to get them to eat that perfect meal. AddLibby’s Single Fruit Cups, which contain one complete serving offruit, to your children’s bags for an easy and nutritious snack.

3. Sleep is important. Children should receive an average ofeight to nine hours of sleep each night. Without enough sleepchildren will not perform to their full potential during school,practice or games. Help your children stick to a regular sleepschedule by making bedtime fun -- read them a story or sing a songwhile they fall asleep.

4. Turn exercise into a family affair.* When exercising is a soloact, it can sometimes feel like a chore. Bring the whole familyonboard and make exercising fun, family time. Join your kids in agame of soccer, Double Dutch or kickball.

5. Lead by example. When you set a good example, your kidsare more likely to follow. Although it’s easy to stop at the drive-thruon the way home from practice, make an effort to eat well and livea healthy lifestyle. Become a role model by exercising regularly andeating healthy foods, like Libby’s Fruits and Vegetables, with yourchildren. It’s easier when you make it a team effort.

To learn more about healthy eating habits, and for easyweeknight recipes, visit www.getbacktothetable.com.

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Predictable Books Described Question: What are predictable books

and why should young children read them?– Curious

Answer: Predictable books or pre-dictable pattern books as they are oftencalled repeat certain words of phrases overand over again throughout the entire book.After hearing the book several times, youngchildren are able to repeat the words andthus participate in the reading of the book.

You may remember from you childhoodhearing This is the house that Jack built.And you probably enjoyed it because youknew what was coming next. In the sameway, your children can enjoy books likeBrown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do YouSee.

Should this Child Drop Out ofKindergarten?

Question: My daughter startedkindergarten in late August. She is theyoungest child in her class. At first sheseemed to love going to school andbringing home the papers that she did inclass to hang on the fridge, but everythingseemed to change overnight. About threeweeks ago, she started crying and notwanting to go to school in the morning. It isdefinitely a struggle to get her to schoolnow.

I talked to the teacher and she saysthat my daughter even cries in school. Iwish I had waited another year to send her.I feel she is intimidated because the otherchildren can write their names and colorwithin the lines. What should I do now?

– Pushy MomAnswer: School has only been in

session for a little more than a month.Don’t panic. You need to talk more withthe teacher before doing anything. Find outif your daughter is really significantlybehind the other children academically. Infact, you should visit the classroom to get abetter picture of what is going on andwhether your hunch about academics isreally the problem.

The year has only just begun so yourdaughter has plenty of time to learn newthings. The big question is about herreadiness for the academic challenge of

this kindergarten. Did the crying start whenthe work became more difficult? Is shehandling some of the work withoutdifficulty?

Ask the teacher if your child needs anadditional year of preparation for thekindergarten experience, or if she caneasily catch up with the other children. Anadditional year in a pre-kindergarten classcould be right for your child. You don’t wantyour daughter to always feel underpressure to keep up with the otherchildren.

School needs to be a happy experiencefor young children. Do remember thathaving her go back to a pre-kindergartenclass does not automatically guaranteethat she will handle the academics ofkindergarten better next year.

Resolutions to Boost Your Children’s Skills

Parents: It’s New Year’s Resolution timeagain. Too often people go overboard intrying to change too much with theirresolutions. Sometimes a simple resolutionor two can pay unexpected dividends. Thisyear our resolution suggestions centers onbuilding your children’s academic skillsthrough supporting their interests. One ofthe biggest assets children can have is anoverwhelming interest in somethingaccompanied by a desire to learn moreand more about it.

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Children who are mad about baseballcan improve their math skills throughlearning how the all-so-importantstatistics are figured, read more to learnabout recent games and have a greatdeal of information to use in reports. Theycan also study the science involved inthrowing different pitches. It’s the samestory for those who are absorbed inhobbies from stamp collecting tophotography.

Resolve to support your children’sinterests.

1. Give them books, magazines andarticles to read about their interest.

2. Help them get more involved intheir interest by finding classes (music,art, photography, golf) for them to take orgoing to places (baseball games,museums, plays) where they can see theirinterest first hand.

3. Respect their interests and speakglowingly about them to others.

Pros and Cons of Looping for 3 Years

Question: Next year, my children’selementary school will begin looping andkeeping the students for three years withone teacher. The children will only havetwo teachers in elementary school (K-1-2)and (3-4-5). Is this good preparation formiddle school where they will haveseveral teachers each day? What are thepros and cons of looping? – Wondering

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conferences should already have told youabout your children's reading level in bothgrades. If not, ask their teachers for thisinformation. Be aware that reading ongrade level can mean different accom-plishments at different schools. Plus, youshould expect bright children to be readingone or more years above their grade level.

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I t seems like just days ago when I waited patiently for myson’s first little biters to erupt in his infant mouth. Those

days somehow melted magically into years and before I knew it,I could hear the Tooth Fairy fluttering about. So I wondered:what is developmentally normal when it comes to baby toothloss, how does the tooth-obsessed fairy collect her pearly prizes,and what is the paying pixie’s going rate for a baby tooth thesedays?

Losing Baby TeethAs with other stages of development, pediatric dentist Dr.

Jill Jenkins of Jenkins & LeBlanc Children’s Dentistry in KansasCity, KS, says it varies when a child begins to lose baby teeth.Generally, children lose their first tooth between the ages offour and seven with teeth falling out in the order in which theyfirst came in.

Should you yank a loose tooth? “Usually, the best policy is tolet it come out on its own,” Jenkins says. “If the other tooth iscoming in, parents can have their child suck on a popsicle tonumb the gums and eat pizza crust, carrots or apples. If a toothis wiggly and we’re not seeing the new tooth, letting your childwork through it on his own is usually the easiest way and theleast stressful way to go about it.”

Be sure to consult your child’s dentist if you have anyconcerns.

Enter the Tooth Fairy

That first loose tooth cancause anxiety for somechildren. Often, anxiety turns

to excitement as children listen totooth-loss stories exchanged among

classmates and anticipate the rewardthe Tooth Fairy leaves behind.

While the exact origin of theenigmatic Tooth Fairy is steeped in mystery,

historically the loss of baby teeth is an important rite ofpassage.

The earliest known written records regarding baby teeth datefrom northern Europe and describe a tann-fe, or tooth fee, inwhich money was paid for a baby tooth. In the Middle Ages,Europeans, fearing witches could curse their children if theyacquired their baby teeth, buried the teeth in the ground. TheVikings wore baby teeth as jewelry considering them good luck

talismans in battle. Other cultures fed the teeth to animalsbelieving the adult tooth would resemble the animal’s powerful,strong teeth.

Today, countries all over the world continue to mark the lossof baby teeth with various customs. In Spain, France, Italy andMexico, for example, the Tooth Fairy appears as a small whitemouse or rat, symbolic because rodents have strong teeth thatnever stop growing. In Sweden, the baby tooth is placed in aglass of water where it is mysteriously replaced overnight withcoins. And, it is customary in much of the Middle East for babyteeth to be thrown towards the sun and in Asia, onto the roof.

The Tooth Fairy as many of us know her, appeared in theUnited States in the early 1900s.

Cups, Pillows, Pockets and DoorsThe Tooth Fairy isn’t picky about how she collects baby

teeth. Lori Poland grew up placing her baby teeth in a clearglass of water on her nightstand. She says she loved fishing awet $2 bill out of the cup the next morning, setting it out todry and storing it in her memory box.

Although a tooth placed in a plastic ziplock bag or envelopetucked under the pillow should do the trick, many parents optfor a Tooth Fairy pillow or pouch for their youngster. Retailersoffer an assortment of pillows, or try making your own.

Scrapbook extraordinaire Monica Bradford designed a ToothFairy pocket for her 6-year-old son when he lost his first tooth.

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� Brush gently in small circles with the bristles of the toothbrush ata slight angle toward the gum line.

� Some children strongly dislike the taste of children’s toothpaste.Try a mild, mint-flavored adult toothpaste instead.

� Spend additional time brushing your child’s front bottom teethand top back teeth. These areas are commonly missed.

� Most children rush through tooth brushing. Use a 2 minutetimer, and set the 2-minute guideline for brushing from the verybeginning.

� If your child’s water is not fluoridated, check with your dentist orpediatrician for the possibility of needing a fluoride supplement.

� Flossing is very important. Try the “floss on a stick” type insteadof the string floss. It may be easier for you and your child to use.

� Most importantly, make a dental appointment for your child. Itis extremely important that all children are seen by the time theyare 12 months old. If a dentist’s office does not see children untilthey are 3 or 4, please contact a pediatric dentist, a specialist indentistry for even the youngest of children, to schedule anappointment. Many offices do not charge a fee for a very youngchild’s first dental visit.

� Let your child practice brushing a favorite stuffed animal’s teeth.Help and guide his/her hand as needed.

� If your child learns better by doing it on his/her own, then brushyour own teeth alongside them. Explain what you’re doing andtogether you two can brush step by step!

� If your child is interested in brushing his/her own teeth, allowthem to do so, but please brush for them either before or after.Tell your child “it’s your turn now.” Children under the age of 10have not yet developed the full dexterity necessary for properbrushing and flossing.

� Please use an age appropriate toothbrush. Though the child maylike how his/her older siblings toothbrush looks, that toothbrushhead is not the proper size. Show them the “cool” aspects ofhis/her own toothbrush, or even let them choose their own fromthe age appropriate section. Children’s toothbrushes are labeledfor the proper age.

� Electric toothbrushes are great for children of ALL ages (andadults for that matter)! This especially helps with the lack of fulldexterity.

� Lay your child back, either in your lap, or on a bed or (if veryyoung) a changing table.

Toothbrushing Tips for Parents of Infants and Preschoolers PROVIDED BY DENTAL HYGIENISTS NANCY EAST, RDH, BS; LIZ GIACALONE, RDH, BS; LIZ SWEENEY, RDH, BS OF FREDERICK PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY, LLC

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Healthy Smiles in MotionA dental office on wheels

Parents of selected Washington County elementary, middle and high schools have easy access to scheduling their child’s dentalcheck-ups during the school day on-site at the school. Qualified pediatric and general dentists provide cleanings, sealants,fillings and other services. Appointments are scheduled to avoid disrupting student schedules. Most dental insurances andMedicaid are accepted. A sliding fee scale is available for uninsured patients. Check with your school about Healthy Smiles inMotion or call 301-393-3450. See ad on page 19.

Healthy Smiles in Motion is a service of Walnut Street Dental Practice. Because they are a community health center, they can provide dental servicesto children whose parents have no dental insurance and will treat the students’ parents as well.

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“He placed his tooth inthe pocket, hung it onhis bedpost and woke upto find $2 for his first tooth,” shesays. For instructions on makingyour own Tooth Fairy Pocket, visitBradford’s blog at http://scrapinspired.com/2011/10/tooth-fairy-pocket/.

Cathy Green, mom of three, says the Tooth Fairy enterstheir home through a small ceramic door that Green’s step-mother designed. The door is outside the kids’ bedrooms. Aftercollecting the tooth from a small box under the child’s pillow,the Tooth Fairy replaces the tooth with her reward and leavesthe box next to the tiny door.

The Going RateEvidently, the economy impacts the Tooth Fairy’s pocket-

book, too. In a 2011 survey conducted by VISA, the ToothFairy paid an average of $2.60 per tooth, down 40 cents from2010.

Nicole Wohlgemuth says that the Tooth Fairy left herdaughter a toy for her first tooth and a dollar for each addi-tional tooth. “I think the dollar would have been more excit-ing,” Wohlgemuth says. “I don’t think she even knows wherethat toy is anymore.”

Beth Foster also reported that the Tooth Fairy typically pays$1 per tooth although her lucky daughter Logan, 6, discovereda $5 payout under her pillow for her fifth tooth. “This is aFoster tradition and I’ve been assured the good old fairy doesnot leave $10 for the tenth,” Foster says.

What does the Tooth Fairy do with thoseteeth?

Legend says that the Tooth Fairy tosses the teeth up to thesky and they become stars. Naturally, many theories exist.Foster’s daughter Logan says: “The fairy uses her wand toshrink the teeth to a very small size so she can carry them in abag with her from house to house. She then takes the teeth toSanta so he can use them to make toys.”

Whatever she does with them, with each tooth lost, adult-hood gains another foothold on our kids. No wonder, throughthe ages, we’ve found ways to mark this stage in our kids’ lives,which seems as fleeting as the Tooth Fairy herself.

Somewhat saddened by the loss of her son’s first tooth, writer ChristaMelnyk Hines, cheered upon seeing the gold coin that glittered with fairydust placed neatly under her son’s pillow.

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The Boy with No BrainHow our children live what they believe

Perception always trumps reality. What our kids believebecomes real enough to direct their lives and their behavior.

The problem is that, as parents, we often don’t know what’sgoing on inside a son’s or daughter’s head; so it’s sometimesdifficult clear up a case of toxic confusion. Perhaps this true story(only the boy’s name has been changed) will help reinforce thenotion that young people don't always tell us when and where ithurts. That's when we need to listen to the behaviors and not beafraid to play a hunch, especially when that's all we seem tohave.Puzzled. Duane, a fifth grader, had a brain tumor. Fortunately, itwas benign. The tumor was removed and the boy healed quicklyand completely ... physically.

Academically, however, it was a different story. Duane hadbeen a solid and capable student before the brain surgery. Afterthe surgery, however, he began to fail everything.

Everyone was puzzled; there was no obvious reason why heshould be having difficulty. Doctors assured the school andDuane's folks that the boy should be able to do everything hecould do before the surgery, only better. I was a school psycholo-gist assigned to work with Duane and come up a solution to theproblem.Could It Be? This boy was your proverbial "Good Kid." Duanewas a polite and respectful young man, the sort you wouldn'tmind taking home with you. The testing I administered and myinterview with Duane didn't point to any issues that wouldaccount for his present difficulty.

In short, I was stumped, also. Then it hit me like a brick!Could it be? Could it really be?

A Puzzle Solved. I could hardly wait to get back to the schoolthe next day and visit again with Duane.

"Duane, when you had that surgery ...""Yes sir?""Did you think they removed your brain?""Yes sir," he replied."Your WHOLE brain, Duane?""Yes, sir. Didn't they?""No Duane; they didn't. They just took out the tumor, the part

that was making you sick. Your brain is STILL there, better thanbefore."

"Really?" His eyes filled with tears as a smile filled his face."Absolutely! You shouldn't have ANY more trouble with it."And he didn't. Duane was instantly happier, and his grades

shot up in a matter of hours.Take Care. We MUST be careful how we explain things to ourchildren, and we must keep the channels of conversation clear. Ifin doubt, ASK.

Also, hunches can pay off. Don’t be afraid to use them.

About Dr. James Sutton: Although a nationally recognized childand adolescent psychologist, author and speaker, Dr. JamesSutton deeply values his first calling as a public school teacher.Today he is in demand for his expertise on emotionally andbehaviorally troubled youngsters, and his skill for sharing it. Dr.Sutton is the founder and host of The Changing BehaviorNetwork, a popular internet radio program supporting youngpeople and their families, and every month he publishes TheChanging Behavior Digest, offering tips on managing difficultchildren and teens. Both resources (and others) are available atno cost through his website, www.DocSpeak.com.

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� It is normal foryour young child tostruggle withtoothbrushing at first.Please use gentlerestraint (hugging, etc.) if necessary to help yourchild brush. We have seen tragicsituations where a child’s teeth werenot brushed because of resistance, and the child had 18-20cavities by the age of 2 or 3.

� If your child is upset when they are getting new teeth, reassureyour child that they are growing up – make it exciting!

� Look at a book about a favorite cartoon character going to thedentist before your child’s first visit.

� If your child clenches or bites down while toothbrushing,encourage them to open their mouth wide. It is much easier to doa thorough job when your child’s mouth is wide open.

� Incentives and reward systems can be effective on an as-neededbasis for older preschoolers who are reluctant to brush their teeth.

� Fluoride-free training toothpaste may not be necessary. Checkwith your child’s dentist or hygienist for the updated informationfrom the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

Toothbrushing Tips, continued from page 15

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were you with? Can you remember what it sounded like orhow old you were? It’s likely that your memory does notinvolve hand held electronics or a structured lesson facilitatedby an adult. Perhaps you recalled writing and staging a playwith homemade costumes or organizing an outdoor kickballgame or simply painting rocks. Have you observed playtoday? The look of play is changing and these changes areaffecting our children in substantial ways.

Play is a right of childhood as stated by the United NationsHigh Commission for Human Rights. Children need play tolearn and for well being. From 1981 to 1997, the average timea school aged child had for free play decreased approximately2 hours during the day. What’s happening with play? Parents,who are faced with an ever present sense of urgency to raise achild that is gifted academically, socially, athletically, andartistically are filling the time a child previously had to just beand to just play with activities. Many parents fear their childwill be left behind if they don’t provide them with as muchenrichment in a variety of mediums as possible. In reality,providing all the extras can actually strip away a child’s senseof well being versus giving them anything. From to 1980 to1997, the suicide rate of 10 to 14 year olds has increased 109%.Our current reality is that as opportunity for child driven playdecreases, so does the health of our children’s minds andbodies.

What can we do to change this? As adults, we need toremember that we are in charge of these young people andhave the largest influence over their days, particularly whenthey are very young. Understanding why play is importantand good for a child’s learning and growth helps us to placethe needed value on play in the lives of our children. MelanieZajicek, early childhood educator, and owner and director ofChild’s Play in Inwood, WV offers this on the importance ofdevelopmental play on long term learning: “As early child-hood educators, we know that these early years are a criticalstage in a child’s developing brain. By allowing your child to“just be a child” and use their natural curiosity to play, critical

learning will happen on its own. By playing, children willgain the tools they will need later to understand the meaningof letters and numbers and how things work. By guidingchildren toward natural discoveries in their world, they willhave concrete experiences that will “stick” in their brains to beused later in life.”

Play affects every domain of a child’s development,including:

SOCIALLY: Unstructured play affords a child the opportu-nity to share feelings, dreams, and concerns in a non-threaten-ing environment because there is not a wrong way to play.Children can practice adult roles. The abilities to negotiate,compromise, and persuade are gained through practiceduring play as a child. Removing social exchanges typicallyheld during play strips the child from the opportunity to fullydevelop oneself socially and emotionally as he/she grow intoan adult that functions independently.

MOTOR: Play, especially outdoors, permits children theopportunity to give their own bodies what they need. Climb-ing, jumping, swinging, and running increase a child’s bonedensity, maintains healthy body weight, regulates the sensorysystem, improves cardiovascular health and releases endor-phins that makes children feel good. One in three Americanchildren are obese and childhood diabetes is on the rise. Theremoval of free unstructured play is literally making ourchildren sick.

LANGUAGE: Vocabulary is built through creative interac-tions of play. When dramatizing with a dollhouse, for in-stance, a child must use a variety of words to develop a storyline, plot and characters. Problems must be identified andresolved – all through language! Play alongside a child offersa window into their world, often described by the languageassociated with play. Want a child to open up to you? Playwith him/her!

COGNITIVE: The most valuable learning a child can experi-ence is through real experiences in context (and not throughflashcards). Most of a child’s lasting concepts happen throughthis type of incidental learning, without an adult even

A new column for Child Guide devoted todevelopmental and special needs issues

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realizing it is happening. For example, block play buildsspatial relationships that will later be called upon duringgeometry. In order for a child to learn this way, we as adultsneed to step out of the way, and let them learn! Preselectedworksheets or media driven programs can’t compete with thistype of concrete, hands on learning.

Play is important for learning and well-being. Play buildshealthy bodies and smart brains. Play, in simple terms, isessential to childhood. What can parents do to defend thisright for their children? There are many ways adults candefend play for children. Here are a few:

1). Identify your child’s developmental stage and whattype of activities bring them joy and support them in partici-

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the name gameBY SARA JONES

Would You Like an AssociationWith That?

Ten years ago, I waspretty proud of the

name we chose for myolder son: Stuart. It wascute, would grow up well,and would never be

confused for a girl’s name. That same year, the movie Stuart Littlecame out. People assumed we chose the name because of themovie, which slightly irritated me.

Six years ago, we named a beautiful baby girl a beautiful name:Daphne. That was the year that Scooby Doo, which is my genera-tion’s touchstone for the name Daphne, hit the theaters. “No, notfrom Scooby Doo,” was practically part of my daughter’s name forher first year.

The moral of this story is that many names come with culturalassociations that need to be considered. Not all associations arebad, but it’s wise to know how a name is perceived. (The othermoral is that I apparently need to check movie listings before Iname kids.)

Not every name has a single strong association. The name“James,” for instance, is Biblical, kingly, presidential, and a redsteam engine on the Island of Sodor. But the name has been usedso widely throughout history that it’s almost baggage-free. Thesame goes for “virtue” names like Faith, Hope, and Charity –people know that they are positive names, but they’re so commonthat most people don’t wonder what statement the parents aremaking. Other associations, especially celebrity names, fade aftera generation or so. In the seventies, a Farrah had to say, “Yes, likeher.” These days, kids will say, “Who?”

Even if a name does have a strong association, it’s notautomatically disqualified. Often parents seek out names that linktheir child to people or ideas they admire. The name Barack is anautomatic tribute to the nation’s first African-American president.Sterling and Peace – much less common virtue names – point toideals that make the world a better place.

Other names, however, come with associations that might behard to live with. The name Kermit is cute, but it’s all about theMuppet, which your child will be reminded of all his life. The nameAdolf is still so strongly linked to Adolf Hitler that it jars mostpeople who hear it on a child.

Listed below is a short, fairly random list of some other nameswith their most common associations.Ariel: although a Hebrew name meaning “lion,” right now this

name is all about the red-haired Disney mermaid.Barbie: It hardly even looks like a real name anymore: we all

expect the birth certificate to be written in pink script. Thename Ken is less-strongly associated with the dolls.

Darwin: A perfectlyfashionable name, butyou’ll have to beprepared to discussyour views on the originof the species.

Delilah: A beautiful name, and becoming gradually more popular;but still, she’s widely known as the manipulative woman whobrought down the strongman Samson.

Dora: She explores a lot, never looks where she’s going, anddoesn’t ever use an inside voice.

Ebenezer: Although an unlikely choice anyway, the association withScrooge dominates this name.

Elmo: In a naming world of Leo, Zoe, and Milo, Elmo fits right in…assuming you’re a red, furry, giggling Muppet.

Elvis/Presley: Either name can be taken as a tribute to the King ofRock ‘n’ Roll. But Presley fits in so well with current trends thatparents can often get away with using it anyway.

Gwyneth: A lovely Welsh name, which most people know becauseof the actress Gwyneth Paltrow. She named her children Appleand Moses, for what it’s worth.

Harley: All about the motorcycles.Hermione: In England, this name is much more common. Most of

us in America discovered this name in the pages of HarryPotter, and that association will probably stick around for awhile.

Jezebel: From her origin as a shrewd, cruel queen in the Bible, tolater usage in America referring to a woman of loose morals,this name still has a pretty hefty association to overcome.

Katrina: Anywhere in Alabama, Mississippi, and New Orleans, thisname is first and foremost about the hurricane.

Lincoln: The 16th president is a good association, plus the namecomes with the cool nickname Linc.

Merlin: King Arthur and Camelot will never die as long as yourchild’s name is heard.

Rudolph: You can insist it’s because you’re an early-movie buff andyou love Valentino, but sorry – all people will think of is the red-nosed reindeer.(For a more extensive list, see The Baby Name Wizard by Laura

Wattenberg.)It’s always a good idea to research a name – more than just for

its meaning or origin, but also for how it’s perceived by the publicat large. After all, it might be your statement, but it’s your child’sidentity.

Sara Roberts Jones didn’t name a baby this year, which is a goodthing considering that The Hobbit came out and she might haveended up with a Bilbo. She lives in Stephens City, VA, with herhusband and four children. Contact her at penandgavel@juno.com.

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pating in activities that include both.Ensure that activities are not tooadvanced or too academic for yourchild’s age.

2). Limit structured and scheduledactivities and build in periods of theday for nothing! Boredom breedscreativity, so allow your child thefreedom of unstructured time to growand explore. Be confident in thedecision to not plan an activity.

3). Be a knowledgable advocate forthe benefits of play on child develop-ment and support this idea in schools,daycares, play groups, etc. Be a voice of change in supporting the notion thatless is actually more when it comes toearly learning through play.

4). Lend support and advocacy forsafe outdoor play spaces and activitiesin your community.

5). KNOW YOUR CHILD. Recognizesigns of stress and take steps to ensureyour child’s day is a balance of workand play.

Contemporary American Psychia-trist, Dr. Stuart Brown states, “Playenergizes and enlightens us. It eases ourburdens. It renews our natural sense ofoptimism and opens up to new possibil-ities.” In a world that pushes families tobuy in to the notion that we need“more” in order to teach our children,we as parents can be reminders thatwhat we really need is each other… and some free time to play!Nicole Sergent, MPT is an Early InterventionPhysical Therapist, co-owner of Milestones &Miracles, LLC, and co-author of 1-2-3 Just PlayWith Me. See www.milestonesandmiracles.comfor more details.

Specializing in: •Play Therapy •Sand Tray Therapy •Filial Therapy •Survivors of Abuse

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Sharon@RingsofLifeTherapy.com • www.RingsofLifeTherapy.com“You can discover more about a person in an hour of play

than in a year of conversation.” – Plato

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Through February 3FCSME Model Train Open House, Frederick CountySociety of Model Railroad Engineers, 423-A E. PatrickSt., Frederick. Sun., 1-4 p.m. The operation of a largeHO and HOn3 scale model railroad built inside a realChesapeake & Ohio horse/baggage car with anoutdoor G-scale model railroad. 240/731-0844.

Through February 24Trains of Christmas, Hagerstown RoundhouseMuseum, 300 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown. Fri, Sat,& Sun., 1-5 p.m. Closed Jan. 1. The visions, soundsand snows of Christmas past and present on an “O”Gauge Railroad featuring trains of Lionel, MTH,Williams, Weaver and others. $5, adults; $.50,children ages 4-12; free, ages 3 & under. 301/739-4665. www.roundhouse.org.

January 2Winter Break Day Camp, Clarke Co. Parks &

Rec., 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Arts & crafts projects, baking, sports, gamesand free time in the gym. Register early for camp.Grades K-5. $25 a day. 540/955-5140.www.clarkecounty.gov/parks.

2& 15 & February 5 Dark Matters,William M. Brish Planetarium, central offices of

Washington County Schools, 823 CommonwealthAve., Hagerstown. 7 p.m. Find out about “DarkMatter.” $3, adults; $2, children and students; $10,family max. 301/766-2898.www.wcps.k12.md.us/depts_programs/ planetarium.

2to February 27 Pre-School OpenGym, Chambersburg Recreation Department,

235 Third St., Chambersburg. Wed. & Fri., 9 a.m.-12noon. Bring your child for “open gym” play. $2,person; $1, Borough residents. 717/261-3275.www.borough.chambersburg.pa.us/rec_dep.

4, February 1 & March 1 HomeSchool Drop In Days, Catoctin Creek Park &

Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown,MD. 1-2:30 p.m. Hands-on activities for families toenjoy at their leisure. Activities include: AnimalAdaptations-Anatomy Lab, Winter Bird Identification,and Maryland Geology. 3-day course. Ages 5-15. $13,child; $13, adult. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com.Free First Friday, Shenandoah Valley DiscoveryMuseum, 54 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. 5-7:30 p.m.Explore the museum free of charge. 540/722-2020.www.discoverymuseum.net.

4& 5 Truth & Illusion Show, AntietamRecreation, 9745 Garis Shop Rd., Hagerstown. 7-

9 p.m. Evening of comedy, mystery and music. For allages. Admission. 301/797-7999.www.antietamrecreation.com.

4& 8 Home School History Days, Rose HillManor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1:30-

3 p.m. “German Heritage.” Experienced staff enrichyour child’s studies with a multi-disciplinary, hands-onapproach to history. Focus on Frederick County’scultural heritage and the role some of FrederickCounty’s citizens played in shaping history. Pre-registration required. Ages 5-14. $5 for each one-dayclass. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

5“How is Weather Predicted,” DiscoveryStation, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2

p.m. Jerry Spessard, Hagerstown Almanack.301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org.

Cartoon Fest, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W.Patrick St., Frederick. 2-4 p.m. Some of the finestand best-loved cartoons ever produced. $5-$7.301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org.Delaplaine Artist Open House and CreativeOutlet Drop-In Art Session, Delaplaine Visual ArtsEducation Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. 3-5p.m. New exhibits by Frederick Camera Clique and agroup of three glass sculpture artists. Creative OutletTheme: Ancient Egypt. $1 per art activity. All ageswelcome. 301/698-0656. www.delaplaine.org.Free Movie Night, Bridge of Life Center, Hager-stown. 7-9 p.m. Enjoy a movie, free popcorn andsoda in a safe, family-friendly environment. 301/791-1674. www.BridgeOfLife.org.Contra Dance, War Memorial Building, corner ofGerman and King Street, Shepherdstown. 8 p.m.Contra dance workshops begin at 7:30 p.m. Bringclean, soft-soled shoes for dance. $7, members 12 &up; $10, nonmembers over age 12; $5, dancersunder age 12. www.smad.us.

5& February 2 Museum and a MovieNite, Seton Heritage Ministries, The National

Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, 333 S. SetonAve., Emmitsburg, MD. 4 p.m. Tour the museum,complete a children’s activity, and then enjoy a movienight with your family. 301/447-6606.

5through 20 Winter Bounce Festival,Green Grove Gardens Event Center, 1032

Buchanan Trail East, Greencastle, PA. Sat., 10 a.m.-8p.m.; Sun., 12 noon-6 p.m. Green Grove partnerswith Phantom Shadow Entertainment. Inflatables, DJ,games, mini golf, food and more. Parents relax withfree high-speed wireless internet, massage chairs,photo booths and more. $10, children age 12 &under; $5, ages 2 & under (if playing); free, adults.717/597-0800. www.greengrovegardens.com.

612 Night Boars Head Festival Celebration,St. John’s Episcopal Church on the Square,

Carlisle, PA. 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m. & 5 p.m. Elizabethanpageant that combines the Christmas celebrationwith 16th century English song, and dance at theconclusion of the Christmas season. Free, ticketsrequired. 717/243-4220. www.stjohnscarlisle.org.

6& February 3 Carillon concert, BakerPark, Carillon Tower, Frederick. 12 noon. Free.

301/600-2888 or 800/999-3613.www.fredericktourism.org.

6to February 3 Hagerstown ModelRailroad Museum Open House, Antietam

Station, 17230 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg,MD. Sun., 1-5 p.m. Operating model railroad layouts.Free admission. Donations accepted. 301/800-9829. www.antietamstation.com.

8Foster Care Information Session/OpenHouse, CFW Foster Care, 329 N. Cameron St.,

Winchester. 5-6 p.m. Open house for peopleinterested in learning more about fostering. 540/771-0893.

8& February 12 Wee Patriots, TheChildren’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park,

1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1:30-3 p.m. Afternoonof fun and learning about Frederick County’s culturalheritage and the role some of Frederick County’scitizens played in shaping history. “German Heritage”(1/8) and “African-American Heritage” (2/12). Ages3-5. $5. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

9The Banner School Open House, 1730 N.Market St., Frederick. 9-11 a.m. Open house at

Frederick County’s only non-sectarian independentday school for PreK-8th grade. Meet faculty members

and ask questions about our curriculum, programand policies. Feel free to call for a private tour.301/695-9320, x32. www.bannerschool.org.

9& 12 “The Queen of Versailles,” HandleyRegional Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St.,

Winchester. Wed., 7 p.m.; Sat., 2 p.m. Presented byMagic Lantern Theater. Free, donation appreciated.www.magiclanterntheater.org.www.handleyregional.org.

9& 25 Trinity School of Frederick OpenHouse, 6040 New Design Rd., Frederick. 9:30-

11 a.m. Prospective parents have the opportunity totalk with Trinity parents about their experience, seestudents and teachers interacting in the classrooms,and ask questions of the Head of School. Privatetours are also available. Grades K-8. Contactinfo@trinityschooloffrederick.org or 301/228-2333.www.TrinitySchoolofFrederick.org.

9to February 27 8-Week Zoolates,Glowing Oasis Pilates, Winchester Country Club,

Winchester. Wed., 3:45 p.m. For ages 5-8. Get fit bylearning Pilates principles in a fun and creative way.Membership is not required. $120. 302/559-0282.www.glowingoasispilates.com.

11Freedom Train, Weinberg Center for the Arts,20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 10 a.m. & 12:15

p.m. TheatreWorks USA. The story of Harriet Tubman.Admission. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org.Friday Morning Movies at the Library! C. BurrArtz Public Library, CBA Community Room, 110 E.Patrick St., Frederick. 10:30 a.m. “Thomas’ SnowySurprise.” 301/600-3780. www.fcpl.org. Free Masala Bhangra class, 4 Star Gym, 30Milestone Terrace, Williamsport, MD. 5:30-6:15 p.m.Free class to try out this new dance fitness format.301/223-6116.

11& 12 Truth & Illusion Show, AntietamRecreation, 9745 Garis Shop Rd., Hagerstown.

7-9 p.m. Evening of comedy, mystery and music. Forall ages. Admission. 301/797-7999.www.antietamrecreation.com.

12Winter Birds Family Program, CatoctinCreek Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown,

MD. 10-10:45 a.m. Enjoy special stories about ourfeathered friends. Play interactive games, create birdfeeds and take a mini-hike. Ages 3-5. $10. 301/600-2936. www.Recreater.com. Peter Pan (1924), Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20W. Patrick St., Frederick. 2 p.m. Silent moviemasterpiece with the Wurlitzer organ. Admission.301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org.“Cool Science,” Discovery Station, 101 W.Washington St., Hagerstown. 12 noon-3 p.m. JamieKenton, 4-H Extension Educator. Start First RoboticsClub to be held monthly, 3-5 p.m. 301/790-0076.www.discoverystation.org.Parent’s Night Out, Clarke Co. Parks & Rec., 225 AlSmith Circle, Berryville, VA. 5-9 p.m. Children enjoyfun, popcorn and games while parents have a nightout. Emergency forms must be completed prior toenrollment. Ages 3-12. $15, child; $10 per childwhen 2 or more children from same family attend.540/955-5140. www.clarkecounty.gov/parks.Berryville Bluegrass Series, Johnson-WilliamsMiddle School, 110 Lincoln Ave., Berryville, VA. 7 p.m.“Lonesome River Band” and “Blue Moon Rising.”Ongoing series to raise funds for Clarke County HighSchool athletes. $22, advance tickets; $25, tickets atthe door; $120, season tickets. 540/837-2187.www.berryvillebluegrass.com.

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Heads UpA look at what’s happening

in the region COMPILED BY SUZANNE HOVERMALE

January/February 2013

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12& 13 Visiting Artist Series,Shenandoah Valley Discovery

Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St.,Winchester. Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun.,1-4 p.m. Collage ala Carle with DonnaGray. 540/722-2020.www.discoverymuseum.net.

12, 19 & 26 Saturday YouthPrograms, Washington County

Museum of Fine Arts, City Park,Virginia Ave. at Park Circle, Hager-stown. 10-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m.Morning art class is free andafternoon art class is $5 person. Ages6-12. Monthly registration required.301/739-5727. www.wcmfa.org.

13Powhatan School Admis-sions Weekend Open House,

49 Powhatan Lane, Boyce, VA. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Parents with childreninterested in Kindergarten-8th grademay learn more about the educationalopportunities that Powhatan providesto families. Campus tour, faculty paneland meeting school leaders. R.S.V.P.540/837-1009 or tohatfieldm@powhatans.org.www.PowhatanSchool.org.Hamilton Memorial Recital,Washington County Museum of FineArts, Hagerstown (MD) City Park,Virginia Ave. at Park Circle. 2:30 p.m.Laura Kobayashi on violin and SusanGray on piano. 301/739-5727.www.wcmfa.org.

15Take-a-Tour Tuesday, MotherSeton School, 100 Creamery

Rd., Emmitsburg, MD. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.Take a tour and get more informationabout the Catholic educationalprogram for PreK through Grade 8.Call and schedule a personal visit ifthis tour date is not convenient.301/447-3161.www.mothersetonschool.org.Little Music Makers Spring OpenHouse, The Frederick Children’sChorus, Trinity Chapel, 10 W. ChurchSt., Frederick. 5-6 p.m. Little MusicMakers, a program within theFrederick Children’s Chorus, has beenspecifically designed to cater to themusical needs of children ages 5through 8. Children in the programsing, play musical games and usemovement to explore and developtheir musical ears. www.fredcc.org.

16Every Child Ready to Readprogram, Handley Regional

Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St.,Winchester. 6 p.m. Free.www.handleyregional.org.Kiwanis Travelogue, SouthHagerstown (MD) High Schoolauditorium, 1101 S. Potomac St.,Hagerstown. 7 p.m. “MajesticMontana” with Steve Gonser. $10,adults; $5, students. 301/739-1981.www.hagerstownkiwanis.com.

17Kinder Konzert, SouthHagerstown High School, 1101

S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 9 &10:30 a.m. MSO Percussion Ensembleperforms a free concert. 301/797-4000. www.marylandsymphony.org.

18Little Noon Music with Bethand Glenn Caluda, Handley

Regional Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St.,Winchester. 12:15 p.m.www.handleyregional.org.

Masala Bhangra class, 4 Star Gym,30 Milestone Terrace, Williamsport,MD. 5:30-6:30 p.m. First class of 4-week session. Try this new dancefitness format for a low introductoryrate of $10. 301/223-6116.1964: The Tribute, Weinberg Centerfor the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St.,Frederick. 8 p.m. Beatle’s Tribute.Admission. 301/600-2828.www.weinbergcenter.org.

18& February 15Mommy & Me, Rose Hill

Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St.,Frederick. 9:30-10:30 a.m. “Animals inWinter!” (1/18) and “Nursery RhymeFun” (2/15). Themed preschoolclasses. Pre-registration recom-mended. Ages 2-4. $8, adult & childpair for each one-day class. 301/600-1650. www.rosehillmuseum.com.

19Maryland International KidsFilm Fest, Weinberg Center for

the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick.10 a.m. 301/600-2828.www.weinbergcenter.org.Masala Bhangra class, Ballet & AllThat Jazz, 18703 Crestwood Dr.,Hagerstown. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Firstclass of 4-week session. New dancefitness. Low introductory rate of $10.301/797-2100.Free Aikido Demonstration, DeerCrossing Rec Center, 10601 FinnDrive, New Market, MD. 10:45-11:45a.m. A great way to learn some basic,effective self-defense, and discovermore about Aikido. Ages 14 & up.Free. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com.Penguin Appreciation Day,Bowman Library, 871 Tasker Rd.,Stephens City, VA. 11 a.m. Free & fun family program.www.handleyregional.org. 540/869-9000.Discovery Story Theater,Shenandoah Valley DiscoveryMuseum, 54 S. Loudoun St.,Winchester. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. “Orion andthe Scorpion.” 540/722-2020.www.discoverymuseum.net.“15’ Model Titantic with ThirdClass Cabin,” Discovery Station, 101W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m.Norm Little. 301/790-0076.www.discoverystation.org.My Dolly and Me Cooking,Ballenger Community Building, 5420Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Discover the favorite recipesof “American Girl” dolls. “Kirsten’sSunday Breakfast Menu.” Accompa-nied by your favorite doll and a parent,have fun learning the basics ofcooking and eating what you make.Ages 6-14. $40. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com. A Night of Bluegrass with ShiloRidge & Bluestone, The CapitolTheatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambers-burg. 7 p.m. $15. 717/263-0202.www.thecapitoltheatre.org.

19to March 3 Puss-n-Boots, Wonderment Puppet

Theater, 412 W. King St., Martinsburg.Sat. & Sun., 12 noon & 2 p.m.$4.50/person, free/ages youngerthan 2. 304/258-4074.www.wondermentpuppets.com.

19to March 9 Aladdin, WayOff Broadway Dinner Theatre and

Children’s Theatre, 5 Willowdale Dr.,Frederick. Stage adaptation of theDisney hit film. Call for performancetimes and ticket information. 301/662-6600. www.wayoffbroadway.com.

21Martin Luther King DayVolunteer Event, Sky Meadows

State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane,Delaplane, VA. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mid-winter trail check. 540/592-3556.www.virginiastateparks.gov.

21& February 18 School’sOut! Sports Camp, Jefferson

County Community Center, SamMichael’s Park, 235 Sam Michael’sLane, Shenandoah Junction, WV. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Introduction to a variety ofsports. Ages 6-12. $25. 304/728-3207.www.jcprc.org.

24Dinosaurs Rock! FountainRock Park & Nature Center,

8511 Nature Center Place, Walkersville,MD. 10-11:15 a.m. Hands-on program.Examine dinosaur models and meetsome animals whose ancestors werearound during the time of dinosaurs.Ages 3-5. $10. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com. John Wesley Day Nursery OpenHouse, 129 N. Potomac St., Hager-stown. 10-11:30 a.m. Entrance toschool at rear of John Wesley Church.Half-day preschool for 3 & 4 year olds.Observe our classes in session and seewhat our preschool has to offer.301/791-1827.

Curious George Activity, JeffersonCounty Community Center, SamMichael’s Park, 235 Sam Michael’sLane, Shenandoah Junction, WV. 12noon-1 p.m. Story, crafts, experiementsand movement activities. Ages 3-6. $10.304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org.

26Daddy and Me Cooking,Ballenger Community Building,

5420 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick.1:30-3:30 p.m. Pizza! Pizza! Have funlearning the basics of cooking andeating what you make. Ages 4-7 andDad. $40. 301/600-2936.www.Recreater.com. “Fingerpaint Butterflies,” DiscoveryStation, 101 W. Washington St.,Hagerstown. 2 p.m. 301/790-0076.www.discoverystation.org.All County Orchestra Concert, NorthHagerstown High School, 1200Pennsylvania Ave., Hagerstown. 7 p.m.Some of the best middle and highschool orchestra musicians inWashington County perform. $4, personin advance; $5, person at the door.301/766-2928.

26to March 17 Smoke OnThe Mountain: Homecoming,

Wayside Theatre, 7853 Main St.,Middletown, VA. Musical full of fabulousBluegrass Gospel favorites. Admission.540/869-1776.www.waysidetheatre.org.

27Spaghetti Dinner, MotherSeton School, 100 Creamery Rd.,

Emmitsburg, MD. 12 noon-5 p.m. All arewelcome. 301/447-3161.www.mothersetonschool.org.

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Mother Seton School Open House,100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg, MD.1-3 p.m. Take a tour and get moreinformation about the Catholiceducational program for PreK throughGrade 8. Call and schedule a personalvisit if this tour date is not convenient.301/447-3161.www.mothersetonschool.org.United States Army Field Band,Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W.Patrick St., Frederick. 2 p.m. 301/600-2828. www.weinbergcenter.org.CVSM Community SymphonicBand, Chambersburg Area Senior HighSchool auditorium, 511 S. Sixth St.,Chambersburg. 3 p.m. Classical, jazz,marches and more. Free. 717/261-1220. www.cvsmusic.org.

28and February 25Faith Christian Academy

Open House, 138 Greensburg Rd.,Martinsburg. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Accreditedby A.C.S.I and North CentralAssociation, we have certifieddedicated teachers, before & aftercare, interscholastic sports and muchmore. Faith Christian Academy is forages PreK4 through 12th grade.304/263-0011.www.faithchristianacademy.net.

30St. Thomas More AcademyOpen House, 103 Prospect

St., Middletown, MD. 9-11 a.m. and 5-8 p.m. This Catholic elementary andmiddle school provides a “classicalliberal arts curriculum with lessons inspirituality and virtuous living.”www.stmamd.org. 301/874-9014.St. John Regional Catholic SchoolOpen House, 8414 OpossumtownPike, Frederick. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Find outwhy St. John was recently named oneof the 50 best private schools in thecountry. Come tour our classrooms,meet the teachers, review curriculumand receive information about financialaid. For children in grades PreK-8.301/662-6722. www.sjrcs.org.Wacky Wednesday Come as aRobot Day, Shenandoah ValleyDiscovery Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St.,Winchester. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 540/722-2020. www.discoverymuseum.net.

30, February 6, 13 &20 Manners Can Be Fun,

Tuscarora Rec Center, 6321 LambertDrive, Frederick. 3:30-4:30 p.m. 4-wkfun-filled, interactive class aboutmanners. Ages 5-8. $65. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com.

31Hop, Slither, and Flutter,Fountain Rock Park & Nature

Center, 8511 Nature Center Place,Walkersville, MD. 10-11:15 a.m. Useanimals and their movements to learnshapes, colors and numbers. Ages 3-5.

$10. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com.

31to February 3 Icefest2013, Downtown Chambers-

burg. Winter festival featuring live icecarving and amazing sculptures, chilicook-off, ballroom dancing, scavengerhunt, and more. Emailinfo@icefest.com. http://icefestpa.com.

February 1Who’s Bad: The Ultimate

Michael Jackson Tribute Band,The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. PotomacSt., Hagerstown. 7:30 p.m. Admission.301/790-3500. www.mdtheatre.org.

1& 12 Home School HistoryDays, Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611

N. Market St., Frederick. 1:30-3 p.m.“African-American Heritage.”Experienced staff enrich your child’sstudies with a multi-disciplinary, hands-on approach to history. Focus onFrederick County’s cultural heritageand the role some of FrederickCounty’s citizens played in shapinghistory. Pre-registration required. Ages5-14. $5 for each one-day class.301/600-1650.www.rosehillmuseum.com.

1to April 12 “We MustacheYou to Consider…Facial Hair in

Frederick County,” Roger BrookeTaney House, 121 S. Bentz St.,Frederick. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.;Sun., 1-4 p.m. Fun, interactivetemporary exhibit exploring thewhiskered styles of locals from theearly 19th into the 20th centuries.Open through April 12. Included withregular museum admission. 301/663-1188.

2The Banner School OpenHouse, 1730 N. Market St.,

Frederick. 10 a.m.-12 noon. Openhouse at Frederick County’s only non-sectarian independent day school forPreK-8th grade. Meet faculty membersand ask questions about ourcurriculum, program and policies. Feelfree to call for a private tour. 301/695-9320, x32. www.bannerschool.org.“Bowman Bill” Groundhog Day,Bowman Library, 871 Tasker Rd.,Stephens City, VA. 11 a.m. Free & funfamily program.www.handleyregional.org. 540/869-9000.“Groundhog Day,” Discovery Station,101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2p.m. 301/790-0076.www.discoverystation.org.Delaplaine Artist Creative OutletDrop-In Art Session, DelaplaineVisual Arts Education Center, 40 S.Carroll St., Frederick. 3-5 p.m. CreativeOutlet Theme: Chinese New Year. Artactivities for all ages. $1 per activity.301/698-0656. www.delaplaine.org.

Daddy Daughter Dance, FrederickFairgrounds Event-plex, 797 E. PatrickSt., Frederick. 4-6 p.m. or 7:30-9:30p.m. Take your little princess on a dateto remember. Adult male mustaccompany his princess(es). Pre-registration required (closes Jan. 25).Ages 4-12. $40 per couple, $10 foreach additional child. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com.Parent’s Night Out, Clarke Co. Parks& Rec., 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville,VA. 5-9 p.m. Children enjoy fun,popcorn and games while parents havea night out. Emergency forms must becompleted prior to enrollment. Ages 3-12. $15, child; $10 per child when 2 ormore children from same familyattend. 540/955-5140.www.clarkecounty.gov/parks.First Saturday Fire in Ice, DowntownFrederick. 5-9 p.m. Live entertainment,fun activities and more. 301/698-8118. www.downtownfrederick.org.All County Band & Jazz BandConcert, North Hagerstown HighSchool, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave.,Hagerstown. 7 p.m. Some of the bestmiddle and high school band and jazzband musicians in Washington Countyperform. $4, person in advance; $5,person at the door. 301/766-2928. Chris Macdonald’s Memories ofElvis in Concert Tour, The MarylandTheatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hager-stown. 7:30 p.m. Admission. 301/790-3500. www.mdtheatre.org.Kathy Mattea, Weinberg Center forthe Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 8p.m. Grammy award-winning countrysinger. Admission. 301/600-2828.www.weinbergcenter.org.Contra Dance, War MemorialBuilding, corner of German and KingStreet, Shepherdstown, WV. 8 p.m.Contra dance workshops begin at 7:30p.m. Bring clean, soft-soled shoes fordance. $7, members 12 & up; $10,nonmembers over age 12; $5, dancersunder age 12. www.smad.us.

2, 9, 16 & 23 SaturdayYouth Programs, Washington

County Museum of Fine Arts, City Park,Virginia Ave. at Park Circle, Hager-stown. 10-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m.Morning art class is free and afternoonart class is $5 person. Ages 6-12.Monthly registration required.301/739-5727. www.wcmfa.org.

3United States Army Field Band,Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20

W. Patrick St., Frederick. 2 p.m.301/600-2828.www.weinbergcenter.org.

4Hagerstown Children’s SchoolOpen House, 141 S. Potomac St.,

Hagerstown. 9-11 a.m. & 1-5 p.m.Come observe our classes in session.Tour our facility and discover theadvantages our program offers.Preschool, kindergarten and quality

child care program for two year olds.Specialized Montessori learningmaterials, extended care, quality staffand more. Snow date Feb. 5.301/739-6886.

6Laura Ingalls Wilder Day,Handley Regional Library, 100 W.

Piccadilly St., Winchester. 4:30 p.m.Free, fun program for families.www.handleyregional.org.

7The Honeycutters, WeinbergCenter for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick

St., Frederick. 7:30 p.m. Americanamusic. Admission. 301/600-2828.www.weinbergcenter.org.

8Winter Wonderland Party forPreschoolers, Catoctin Creek

Park, 2929 Sumantown Rd.,Middletown, MD. 10-10:45 a.m. Meetlive animals. Enjoy games, crafts, andmeet nature center residents. Ages 2-3. $10. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com. Friday Morning Movies at theLibrary! C. Burr Artz Public Library,CBA Community Room, 110 E. PatrickSt., Frederick. 10:30 a.m. “Clifford: BeMy Big Red Valentine.” 301/600-3780.www.fcpl.org. Valentines-Homemade CandyWorkshop Cooking Class, JeffersonCounty Community Center, SamMichael’s Park, 235 Sam Michael’sLane, Shenandoah Junction, WV. 6-7:30 p.m. Make and decorate differenttreats and sweets. Ages 8 & up. $15.304/728-3207. www.jcprc.org.Father-Daughter Dance, JeffersonCounty Community Center, SamMichael’s Park, 235 Sam Michael’sLane, Shenandoah Junction, WV. 6:30-8 p.m. Valentine decorations, cookies,music and dancing dads anddaughters. All ages. $5 per child,fathers are free. 304/728-3207.www.jcprc.org.

9Bring the One You Love Dance,Urbana Regional Library, UR

Community Room, 9020 Amelung St.,Frederick. Children may bring a lovedone and dance the morning away. Ages3 & up, accompanied with an adult.Registration required. 301/600-7000.Daddy and Me Cooking, BallengerCommunity Building, 5420 BallengerCreek Pike, Frederick. 9:30-11:30 a.m.Breakfast Favorites. Have fun learningthe basics of cooking and eating whatyou make. Ages 4-7 and Dad. $40.301/600-2936. www.recreater.com. “Valentine Seashells,” DiscoveryStation, 101 W. Washington St.,Hagerstown. 2 p.m. 301/790-0076.www.discoverystation.org.Berryville Bluegrass Series,Johnson-Williams Middle School, 110Lincoln Ave., Berryville, VA. 7 p.m. “IIIrdTyme Out” and “Cold Stream Road.”Ongoing series to raise funds for ClarkeCounty High School athletes. $22,advance tickets; $25, tickets at the

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9& 10 Visiting Artist Series,Shenandoah Valley Discovery

Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St.,Winchester. Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun.,1-4 p.m. Drum with Ryan Stitcher.540/722-2020.www.discoverymuseum.net.

11Books & Blocks LegoBuilding, Bowman Library, 871

Tasker Rd., Stephens City, VA. 4 p.m.www.handleyregional.org. 540/869-9000.

12“Happy Valentine’s DayParty!” Middletown Branch

Library, 101 Prospect St., Middletown,MD. 11 a.m. Celebrate Valentine’s Dayearly with stories, songs, and a craftabout friendship. 301/371-7560.Bring the One You Love Dance, C. BurrArtz Public Library, CBA CommunityRoom, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick.6:30 p.m. Songs, crafts, snacks anddancing for the whole family. 301/600-1630.

13Valentine’s Day Celebration,Thurmont Regional Library, TRL

Community Room, 76 E. Moser Rd.,Thurmont, MD. 4 p.m. Move and groovewith active games and create a specialcraft to take home. For ages 2-8 withan adult. Refreshments served.301/600-7200.“Be My Valentine,” Edward F. FryMemorial Library at Point of Rocks,1635 Ballenger Creek Pike, Point ofRocks, MD. 6 p.m. Celebrate withstories, songs, and dances. Frilly craftsand special treats to eat. For under age8 with an adult. 301/874-4560.

14Happy Valentine’s Day!

Cal Ripken, Jr., Weinberg Centerfor the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St.,Frederick. 4 p.m. Frederick SpeakerSeries: “Iron Man” Cal Ripken, Jr. $25-$35. 301/600-2828.www.weinbergcenter.org.Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Dance,Brunswick Branch Library, BrunswickCommunity Room, 915 N. Maple Ave.,Brunswick, MD. 6:30 p.m. Get dressedup and bring your sweetheart to dancethe night away. Light refreshmentsserved. 301/600-7250.

15Discovery’s SweetheartEvening with Big Band &

Exciting Casino, Hagar Hall, 901 Dual

Highway, Hagerstown. Semi-formalevent with delicious food, cash bar,funny money, dance contest, silent &live auction, and door prizes. $45. Fortickets, call 301/791-3246 (CVB) or301/790-0076 (Discovery Station).www.discoverystation.org.Little Noon Music with Four WiseMaids, Handley Regional Library, 100W. Piccadilly St., Winchester. 12:15p.m. www.handleyregional.org.Nathan Williams and the ZydecoCha Chas, Wilson College-Laird Hall,Philadelphia Ave., Chambersburg. 7:30p.m. Enjoy the fast accordian-drivendance music of the Creole people ofSouth Louisiana. 717/262-2003.

15to March 23 “TheMousetrap,” Washington

County Playhouse Dinner Theater, 44N. Potomac St., Hagerstown. Fri. & Sat.,6 p.m.; Sun. matinee Feb. 24, 1 p.m.Agatha Christie’s classic. Admission.Check with theater for age appropriate-ness. 301/739-7469. www.wcpdt.com.

16Discovery Story Theater,Shenandoah Valley Discovery

Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St.,Winchester. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 540/722-2020. www.discoverymuseum.net.Superhero Party, HagerstownCommunity College ARCC gymnasium,11400 Robinwood Dr., Hagerstown.1:30-3:30 p.m. Children invited todress up as their favorite Superheroand come with their family andparticipate in themed activities andgames. Everyone must have a ticket toenter. $5, ages 0-9; $2, adult ticket forages 10 & up. 240/313-2805.www.washco-md.net.“Honoring Our Presidents,”

Discovery Station, 101 W. WashingtonSt., Hagerstown. 2 p.m. 301/790-0076. www.discoverystation.org.Romance of the Dance, The CapitolTheatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambers-burg. 2 & 7 p.m. Chambersburg BalletTheatre. Excerpts from: Swan Lake,Winter Scene, Beauty & the Beast plusStratus. Admission. 717/263-0202.www.thecapitoltheatre.org.My Dolly and Me Cooking, BallengerCommunity Building, 5420 BallengerCreek Pike, Frederick. 2-4 p.m.Discover the favorite recipes of“American Girl” dolls. “Addy’s Civil WarRecipes.” Accompanied by your favoritedoll and a parent, have fun learning the

basics of cooking and eating what youmake. Ages 6-14. $40. 301/600-2936.www.Recreater.com. Warm & Cozy Campfire Program,Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center,2929 Sumantown Rd., Middletown,MD. 7-8:30 p.m. Sit around ourmagical indoor campfire and read astory, meet live animals, and make atasty edible campfire treat. All ages.$10. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com.

16& 17 Maryland SymphonyOrchestra Concert, The

Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St.,Hagerstown. Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 3 pm.MasterWorks 3: For the Love of Mozart.Special guest Vassily Primakov onpiano. $12-$83. 301/797-4000.www.marylandsymphony.org.

19Lunar Odyssey, William M.Brish Planetarium, central

offices of Washington County Schools,823 Commonwealth Ave., Hagerstown.7 p.m. Find out about the moon. $3,adults; $2, children and students; $10,family max. 301/766-2898.www.wcps.k12.md.us/depts_programs/planetarium.

20Home School Teens,Fountain Rock Park & Nature

Center, 8511 Nature Center Place,Walkersville, MD. 1-2:30 p.m. Comeinvestigate the secrets of animalmorphology. Form your own animal claymodel. Study the structural features ofthe nature center animals. Parentsencouraged to attend. Ages 12 & up.$4.50, teen; $4.50, adult. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com.PJ Storytimes, Handley RegionalLibrary, 100 W. Piccadilly St.,Winchester. 6:30 p.m. Free.www.handleyregional.org.

21Kinder Konzert, HagerstownCommunity College, Kepler

Theater, Robinwood Dr., Hagerstown. 9a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 12 noon. MSOperforms the story of “Opera Cat.” Free.301/797-4000.www.marylandsymphony.org.

23Mommy and Me Cooking,Ballenger Community Building,

5420 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick.9:30-11:30 a.m. Winter Treats. Havefun learning the basics of cooking andeating what you make. Ages 4-7 andMom. $40. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com.

Winter Bird Identification, CatoctinCreek Park & Nature Center, 2929Sumantown Rd., Middletown, MD. 10-11:30 a.m. Hike through the woods tolisten and identify different native birds.Ages 12 & up. Free. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com.“Eco-Bot Challenge Competition,”Discovery Station, 101 W. WashingtonSt., Hagerstown. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.301/790-0076.www.discoverystation.org.Critter Care Day, Catoctin CreekPark, 2929 Sumantown Rd.,Middletown, MD. 10:30 a.m.-12 noon.Take care of and interact with theNature Center animals. Ages 6-10.$10. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com. Manners and More with CertifiedEtiquette Instructor, Centerville RecCenter, 3601 Carriage Hill Drive,Frederick. 4-6 p.m. Social etiquetteskills for ages 7-14. $35. 301/600-2936. www.recreater.com.My Dolly and Me Cooking, BallengerCommunity Building, 5420 BallengerCreek Pike, Frederick. 5:30-7:30 p.m.Discover the favorite recipes of“American Girl” dolls. “Kit’s FavoriteFoods.” Accompanied by your favoritedoll and a parent, have fun learning thebasics of cooking and eating what youmake. Ages 6-14. $40. 301/600-2936.www.recreater.com. Annual Apollo Civic Theatre TalentShow, Apollo Civic Theatre, 128 E.Martin St., Martinsburg. 7:30 p.m. $10.304/263-6766. www.apollo-theatre.org.

24“Around the World in 80Days,” Weinberg Center for the

Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 3p.m. Mark Brown’s thrilling andtheatrical adaptation of the Jules Vernenovel. Admission. 301/600-2828.www.weinbergcenter.org.

March 4to 8 Mountain View Christian

Academy Open House, 153Narrow Lane, Winchester. Come by fora tour any day. Open enrollment for Fall2013 begins March 4. See thedifference a Christ-centered educationcan make for your child. 540/868-1231. www.ccmv.com.

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1-2-3 Just PLAY With Me ..................................23

The Banner School .............................................5

Beautiful Beginnings Photography.....................3

Church Nursery, Inc. .........................................11

Cluggy’s Family Amusements ..........................28

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