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Teaching children how

to save money

SAFETY

SUMMER

Family friendly things to do

to beat the summer heat

Without the Sun

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museum note: Experience the World of Archaeology at The Children's Museum 15

sensory issues & Food For

Children With autism

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Ask the Sta f f:

in honor of national dairy month,

what is your favorite flavor of ice cream?

By now, you probably have your children’s schedules for camps and summer activities organized The opportunities children in Indianapolis have to expand their horizons over the summer are endless I do believe that children grow from these many different opportunities, but I also think that some special days need to be spent with parents or grandparents As you read on, you will find some great opportunities and programs for your

children to partake in this summer

The library program is a family necessity, and children ages 10 and under can have lots of fun keeping their reading skills growing with weekly visits to the library

I still have a favorite quote from Arthur Ashe, the legendary tennis phenomenon,

“For every hour spent on the playing fields, two should be spent with a book.”

Some weekend adventures to parks right here in metro Indianapolis are real learning experiences

as well A trip to the 136-acre Garfield Park yields good hiking adventures, and for $1 you can visit the Garfield Conservatory orchids hang from the trees and all of the plantings

are well-marked There is a pond full of carp and a two-story waterfall Adjacent to the Conservatory are the Sunken Gardens that are beautifully maintained Garfield is Indianapolis’ oldest urban park It is open daily and is closed for most national holidays

It is located south of Monument Circle off

of Shelby Street For more information visit

www.garfieldgardensconservatory.org.

Holliday Park is another great park in Indianapolis This is a very organized 94-acre nature park and offers summer concerts several times a month The park also hosts children’s day camps Most of the camps are filled by now, but if you are still looking for openings, try the Junior naturalist Camp, June 13-17

A well-maintained calendar of family friendly events is located at www.hollidaypark.org

(I recommend the Sunday afternoon activities that are offered) Some of their Sunday events include: June 12 is Meet the nature Center Animals; June 19 is naturalist on the Loose; and June 26 is Scaly and Slimy Day

The Indianapolis Museum of Art (IMA) is another great family trip as it has the 100-acre Virginia B Fairbanks Art & nature Park June

through September there are hour-long art and nature-focused tours offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 11 a.m Tours meet at the Lake Terrace The best parking is two blocks west of the main entrance on 38th street adjacent to the art sculpture: Free Basket, by Los Carpinteros.Children may enjoy going with parents and taking time to really enjoy and contemplate the contemporary art in the park Also, the pace of a guided tour may be too fast for them and several trips to the park may be more enjoyable I would highly recommend taking a sketching pad because your children will love making pictures of some of the art and nature that they see

Lastly, I hope you have a wonderful June

and Indy’s Child is excited to introduce a

big surprise for you in July! we will be unveiling our new magazine format and design to offer our readers an even more enjoyable reading experience

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on June 11, rev up your bikes or lace up those sneakers

and head to noblesville for the annual Race and

Motorcycle Run for Autism Benefiting the active

Hamilton County Autism Support Group, the event

will be held at white River Christian Church, 1685

n 10th St., and is sure to be fun for the entire family

All proceeds will go toward the organization’s autism

awareness campaigns it conducts at area schools as

well as toward establishing a new autism scholarship

fund for individuals on the autism spectrum

Registration, check-in and vendor shopping for the

event starts at 10 a.m with races beginning at 11 a.m

The motorcycle run kicks into high gear at noon

According to Jane Grimes, president and founder of

the local organization, the race is a child-centered

event in which kids are encouraged to race using

their favored mode of transportation, be it stroller,

rollerblades, wagon, bicycle, scooter, and the like

The event will occur on a small track and will include five races Participates ages 4 and younger will race for a half lap, 5 to 7 year olds will complete a full lap, 8 to 12 year olds will do two laps, ages 13 to 17 will race for three laps, and individuals 18 and older will race for five laps or the equivalent of one mile Participation in the race costs $5 and includes an event t-shirt Donations are also accepted

“The race is for kids, but parents are invited

to walk or run the track once those 18 and younger finish,” said Grimes

At noon the fundraiser’s motorcycle run will kick-off at the white River Christian Church annex building Entry fee for this portion of the event is $20

Register as an individual or team for this paced, family friendly event online at www.hcasg.

easy-org and support area families affected by autism.

4th Annual Indianapolis Kids Triathlon

THE JCC (Jewish CoMMunity Center) OF INDIANAPOLIS presents the fourth annual

Indianapolis Kids Triathlon and family fun day on Sunday, June 26, beginning at 9 a.m This premier event

is uSA Triathlon-sanctioned and attracts youth participants from all over Indiana Children of all athletic and

experience levels are welcome Everyone’s a winner at this event!

The Triathlon offers the following divisions: Small

Fry Division: Ages 6 and under, Junior Division:

Ages 7-10, and Senior Division: Ages 11-14

Register early and SAVE! $30 general public and $24 for JCC

members through June 19 or if you register between June 20

to 26, the cost is $35 general public and $30 for JCC members

Registration is online at www.active.com, registration form

available at

www.JCCindy.org, or at a membership desk at the

Arthur M Glick JCC, 6701 Hoover Road, Indianapolis

Kids boWl Free this summer!

This summer, Kids can bowl for FREE at local Indianapolis bowling

centers KidsBowlFree.com is in its 4th year and has served more

than 1.6 million children in all 50 states and Canada

More than 850 bowling centers participate in the program

from coast to coast which provides kids with 2 FREE

games of bowling every day all summer Families must

register online at www.kidsbowlfree.com and

then will begin receiving emailed vouchers valid for

two free bowling games each day, every week

Most Kids Bowl Free programs kick off by Memorial

Day weekend and end in late August or September

Local Bowling Centers Participating: Indianapolis’

Expo Bowl, western Bowl, and woodland Bowl,

Coopers Stardust Bowl in noblesville, Southern

Bowl in Greenwood, and many more in Indiana!

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Radio Disney 98.3FM Presents the

Second Annual Family Fun Day Experience

on Saturday, June 18, Radio Disney 98.3FM presents the Second Annual Family Fun Day Experience from 12:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m at white River State Park Radio Disney will provide local area kids and families with a fun-filled afternoon of entertainment and exhibitors.Kids can dress up as their favorite Disney character and enjoy on-stage entertainment

on two stages The lineup for the Family Arts Series stage powered by Fifth Third Bank includes Disney's Phineas and Ferb from hit Disney Channel series "Phineas and Ferb," and a performance by Radio Disney "n.B.T." artist Coco Jones Additionally, fans will have

a chance to take pictures and talk with Coco during a hosted meet and greet session

The Radio Disney Road Crew will also provide entertainment including music, dancing, games

and prizes including the chance to win a "Family Experience Pack" full of certificates, memberships, and items and experiences from many participating exhibitors

Gear Up for Annual Race and Motorcycle Run for Autism June 11

Register for th

is event

at www .hcasg.or

g

Join WFYI at Let’s Meet

PBS KIDS in the Park,

presented by Marsh, on

Saturday, June 11 from 10

a.m to 4 p.m at Military Park

in White River State Park.

Creature teachers Chris and Martin

Kratt, creators of the

award-winning Kratts’ Creatures and

Emmy-winning Zoboomafoo, will headline this year’s entertainment

The brothers recently launched their new wild Kratts animated series

(weekdays at 2 p.m on wFyI 1) The show transforms the real life zoologists

into animated versions of themselves, allowing them to visit wild animals in

their little seen habitats and showcase key science concepts along the way

This year’s theme at Let’s Meet PBS KIDS in the Park is Explore your

world In addition to the Kratt Brothers, the day will be filled with

non-stop entertainment on three stages, and opportunities to meet some

of your favorite PBS KIDS walkaround characters There will also be

numerous hands-on activities for families of all ages to discover

There’s no need to make reservations or purchase tickets Let’s Meet PBS KIDS

in the Park is wFyI Public Media’s gift back to the Central Indiana community

Mark your calendar and plan to enjoy a day in Military Park with your family and

wFyI on June 11 Visit wfyi.org for more information leading up to the event

Presenting sponsor: Marsh

Supporting Sponsors: Famous Footwear, Indy’s Child, Teacher’s Credit Union, Yelp

Additional support: Clear Channel Outdoor, Hilton Garden Inn, Indiana Recycling Coalition,

IUPUI, Kinetico, Moeller Printing

Booth sponsors: Chick-fil-A, Conner Prairie Interactive History Park, Indianapolis

Neighborhood Housing Partnership, International School of Indiana

Tune into Wild Kratts, weekdays at 2 p.m on WFYI 1.

Animals can take you anywhere in science! Creature teachers Chris and

Martin Kratt take 6- to 8-year olds and their families along on extraordinary

animal-powered adventures in wild Kratts, a new series on PBS KIDS Go!

The show transforms the Kratt Brothers, creators of the award-winning

Kratts’ Creatures and Emmy-winning Zoboomafoo, into animated versions

of themselves, allowing the real-life zoologists to visit wild animals in their

little-seen habitats and showcase key science concepts along the way

From elephants using physics to suck gallons of water with their trunks to a fleet

of peregrine falcons that harness the force of gravity to speed through the air,

each episode presents age-appropriate science inspired by the natural abilities

of the animals that the Kratt brothers, and young viewers, meet

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around toWn * indy zoo

STARInG InTo THE eyes of any

tiger is an amazing experience, so

try to imagine what it will be like

when you have an up-close encounter

with the magnificent Amur tiger this

summer at the Indianapolis Zoo

The new Tiger Forest exhibit, presented by Citizens Energy Group, opens Memorial Day weekend and will allow you to get closer to the zoo's tigers than ever before as you come

face to face with those piercing yellow eyes Separated by no more than a thin plate of glass, you'll be so close you’ll be able to see their four-inch long, razor-sharp claws and count their whiskers!

Tiger Forest will be a showcase of one of the world's most endangered animals and

a longtime favorite of Indianapolis Zoo guests As you approach the new exhibit, you will encounter great viewing from different sides of not just one, but two tiger habitats wind through the space and discover an overlook onto a stream where Amur tigers can play and cool off

As is typical on the border between Russia and China, both plants and fallen trees add to the landscape, with some leaning right against spots where visitors can "hide." And, of course, tigers love

to play throughout their terrain!

Amur tigers are the largest

of the five surviving sub-species of tigers worldwide, and they are in serious danger

of extinction

There are only

a few hundred Amur tigers left in the wild and a few hundred more in human care Another important facet of Tiger Forest is the story that is told in words and pictures of the

vital research being conducted in Russia

as part of the effort to save this animal before it disappears forever from the wild.Indianapolis Zoo vice president of conservation, norah Fletchall, traveled

to the forests of Siberia to learn more about the work of the tiger researchers,

Dr Linda Kerley and Misha Borisenko (a husband and wife team) and to also bring back information about the survival chances for this apex predator The zoo is also providing funding to continue this important work Look for the story of Linda and Misha on the signs surrounding the Tiger Forest

Also look for the Zoo's three Amur tigers, females Cila and Andrea, and male Petya The Indianapolis Zoo has been

a longtime supporter of and participant

in the Species Survival Plan® for the Amur tiger, with many different tigers and cubs in residence over the years Cila was born at the Indianapolis Zoo, and Petya has been "borrowed" from the Pittsburgh Zoo It is hoped by many that Cila and Petya may get together and produce more of the rare Amur tigers.Come be a part of this excitement and visit the latest addition to the Indianapolis Zoo, the Tiger Forest, presented by Citizens Energy Group.For more information,

visit the Zoo’s web site at

www.indianapoliszoo.com.

tiger Forest brings Zoo Visitors Within a Whisker of magnificent big Cats

Indianapolis Zoo introduces its new Tiger Forest exhibit

Come be a part of this excitement and visit the latest addition

to the indianapolis Zoo, the tiger Forest, presented by Citizens energy group.

MIGRAInES AnD oTHER

headaches aren’t just for grown-ups

up to 8 percent of children will experience

a headache by the tender age of 3 That

number jumps to almost 50 percent by the

time they reach 7 And puberty is prime

time for the migraine to first rear its head

The good news is that in the vast majority

of cases, headaches can be managed The

key is pinpointing the exact problem and

then determining the right treatment

searChing For the sourCe

In the pediatric population, headaches can be triggered by a wide range of factors, from the f lu to stress at school, it’s natural for parents to worry if their child complains of a serious headache without

a clear reason Any severe headache, or moderate headaches that occur frequently and interfere with your child’s daily activities, should be evaluated by a doctor

Headaches fall into two major categories – primary and secondary The most

common primary headaches are migraines and tension headaches Secondary headaches stem from other conditions, such as allergies, sinus or ear infections, dental problems, or eye strain If your child’s physician excludes secondary headaches, it is time to determine which type of primary headache is the culprit

About 75 percent of primary headaches are tension headaches These can be caused by poor sleep or diet, dehydration,

or stress Common symptoms include:

* Pressure toward the front

and sides of the head

* Tightening, rather than pulsating, pain

* A dull, aching feeling

Migraines make up 15 to 20 percent

of primary headaches in the pediatric population Hallmarks of these severe headaches, which can last one hour or several days, can include:

* Throbbing, pulsating pain

* Pain that worsens with physical

activity or confines your child to bed

* Nausea or vomiting

* Sensitivity to light or noise

* Visual disturbances that precede

or accompany the pain (known

as migraine with aura)

* Most researchers believe

that genetics play a role in migraines, so knowing your family history is important

helP For headaChes

Mild to moderate headaches can usually

be treated with over-the-counter medications, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen It’s important to use these at an appropriate dose and in a timely manner If these treatments don’t provide adequate relief, especially in the case of migraines, your child’s doctor might prescribe other medicines

Drugs known as triptans have been proven effective in treating migraines, but they are FDA-approved only in patients 17 or older If your child suffers from frequent migraines, the doctor may recommend

a daily medicine to prevent them

Parents should also consider their child’s lifestyle Today’s technology-driven children and teens are often eating on the run, lacking exercise, and staying up too late Sometimes a good night’s sleep is the best medicine

For more information, please visit

www.rileyhospital.org.

DR CHRISTOPHER JACKMAN

is a pediatric neurologist at riley hospital for Children at indiana university health.

he alth & Wellness * pediatric health

hitting Pain head-on

Relief is within reach for children and teens suffering from headaches

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around toWn * indy parks

AS THE EnD of school arrives and the summer sun

begins to shine, many of us will be looking for activities

that both the kids and adults can enjoy Indy Parks

invites all families to join us this season as we play,

swim and explore! Visit one of Indy Parks’ 19 pools and

Eagle Creek Beach which is now open Spend the day

swimming indoors or outdoors, or stop by one of the 16 spray grounds across Marion County to cool off

To help celebrate the opening of the pools and to start your summer off with safety, make a splash! May 31 to June 3 by attending a free instructional series

on water safety 45 minutes prior to your pool’s opening Daily admission applies after facilities open, but

splash! participants swim free for the day

Then, on June 11, bring your swimsuits to one of the biggest pool parties in Indianapolis! water slide races and tug-o-war will accompany other games and contests when Indy Parks Packs the Pools for the day

Activities will be held citywide and are free with regular admission at all aquatic facilities

Be sure to take advantage of swim classes taught by certified instructors as they are offered for all ages at every Indy Parks aquatic center To register or learn more visit www.indyparks.org or call 327-PARK.

PriVate sWim lessons (all ages)

one-on-one lessons are scheduled at your convenience with one of Indy Parks’ five-star lifeguards To schedule a lesson, call 862-

6899 $65 for 5 lessons / $119 for 10 lessons

lil reeF sWim sChool With Parents (6-36 months)

Parents help guide children as they learn to properly develop fundamental water skills $39 for eight classes

little reeF sWim sChool (ages 3-5)

A lesson program based on the fundamentals of learning to swim while also having fun This class organizes children into appropriate skill levels on the first day $35 for eight classes

big reeF sWim sChool (ages 6-14)

This program is designed for children to learn the fundamentals of swimming and proper stroke development $55 for eight classeswhen you are not at the pool, don’t forget to head over

to Eagle Creek Park to enjoy the sounds of summer

at the Family Fun Concert series saturdays at

10 a.m Pack a lunch, lawn chairs and strap on your dancing shoes your kiddos are sure to enjoy this year’s lineup which includes The Verve Pipe ( June 25), Milkshake ( July 9) and Justin Roberts ( July 23) The first two concerts deliver original, family-friendly rock songs while Roberts performs uniquely comic and soulful songs All shows are on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m Plan to stay the day and explore the wonders of the country’s 11th largest city park!

splashing and dancing at indy Parks

Summer activities for the kids

Play, swim and explore

at one of indy Parks'

19 Pools or 16 spray grounds

this summer!!!

A leader in transforming the way museums approach guest encounters, Conner Prairie’s incredible one-of-a-kind new

outdoor experience, 1863 Civil

War Journey: Raid on Indiana,

utilizes interpretive technologies and techniques to immerse guests in a pivotal moment during the only Civil war battle

on Indiana’s soil Through live action, theatrical wizardry, including video, sound, staging, hands-on experiences and actors dressed in authentic period costumes, guests will be drawn into the true story of General John Hunt Morgan’s cavalry raid on Indiana and its impact

on families and communities

The experience is based on the events of July 8, 1863 when Hoosier militia companies and civilian volunteers rallied

to defend Indiana from 2,400 invading Confederate soldiers under the command of Gen

John Hunt Morgan After

Hoosier forces were defeated by Rebel Raiders at the Battle of Corydon on July 9, an estimated 60,000 volunteers responded to Gov Morton’s call to muster

in Indianapolis Morgan’s advance north was blocked near Vernon two days later

as some of those volunteers arrived in southern Indiana from the state capital by railroad By falling trees across roads and through armed resistance, Indiana volunteers and pursuing union cavalry chased the Confederates into ohio Morgan and his troops were eventually defeated and captured by union troops in eastern ohio

Through a combination of personal letters, journals, news articles, and additional historical materials, three main characters emerged; Attia Porter (teenage girl), Albert Cheatham (former slave), and Gen John Hunt Morgan (Confederate) Each story is portrayed with a unique perspective of the raid as guests become immersed in the battle and the effects it had on Southern Indiana

1863 CiVil War Journey: raid on indiana will serve an intergenerational audience and will encourage self-led exploration It includes the inventive and

interactive River Crossing Play Area for Conner Prairie’s youngest guests to explore the past using the history park’s extensive research and content knowledge about the Civil war as a base, there are different key experiences that will be both fun as well as educational for kids ages 2 to 10 Activities include a large climbable steamboat, water cannons in a splash park-style area, try-on Civil war-era clothing, an indoor “barrack-type” climbing structure and small pretend soldier’s tents complete with a “campfire.”Marking this year’s 150th anniversary of the beginning of the Civil war, this experience integrates the many factors in why Conner Prairie is a family favorite President and CEo, Ellen M Rosenthal, comments,

“Recognized as one of the leading and innovative living history museums in the nation, we constantly challenge ourselves to find new ways to connect and engage with our guests This is our first experience that will fully combine the artistry and magic

of technology with the authenticity and warmth of our first-person interpretation.”

ALPHA GARRETT is the Public relations Manager at Conner Prairie

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Conner Prairie's Civil War exhibit

1863 Civil War Journey; Raid on Indiana

Photo Courtesy of Conner Prairie interactive history Park

THE MonKEy BARS are a favorite

playground staple—and one of the

leading causes of fractures

in young children

“Most people don’t realize how dangerous

monkey bars really are,” said Kosmas

Kayes, M.D., a pediatric orthopedic

surgeon with Peyton Manning Children’s

Hospital at St.Vincent “But we’ve

treated many broken wrists, elbows

and forearms that have resulted from

accidents on the monkey bars.”

In addition to the monkey bars, another

outdoor play toy causes many breaks and

fractures in children; trampolines

Dr Kayes said the risk of injury from

trampolines is so high that the American

Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) said that

trampolines should never be used at

home or in outdoor playgrounds The

AAP supports limited use of trampolines

in supervised training programs, such

as gymnastics and diving classes

That may seem extreme to some…until

you realize that the number of injuries

from monkey bars and trampolines together comprise nearly half of the injuries Dr Kayes treats each year—

particularly during the summer months

And not too far behind are All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Many breaks come from behind the handlebars of ATVs and motorized scooters “Anytime you add power to something, it becomes more dangerous,” Dr Kayes said

In fact, in Indiana, it’s illegal for anyone under age 14 to operate an ATV unless on

a parent’s land or under direct supervision

of an adult 18 years of age or older

“A study done on ATV and bicycle crashes reported that almost all ATV injuries occurred in children under the age of 16 years,” Dr Kayes shared “And injury severity is higher for ATV crashes in terms

of multiple injuries, need for surgical intervention, and longer length of stay.”

As a firsthand witness to these injuries, Dr

Kayes strongly advises not allowing children

to play on any of these so-called toys

However, if you decide to let your child play

on the monkey bars, trampoline, or an ATV

or motorized scooter, he does offer advice

to minimize injuries and maximize safety

First rule oF saFety For all three: Make sure you or another adult

is supervising the child “A lot of injuries can be prevented, or at least minimized, with proper adult supervision,” he said

monKey bars

* upper body strength: Children

really shouldn’t attempt the monkey bars until they have the upper body strength to support their own weight and are tall enough to reach the bars on their own

* no climb time: Climbing

on top of the monkey bars is even more dangerous and shouldn’t be allowed—ever

* safe ground surface: The

landing under the monkey bars should be soft and thick enough

to soften the impact of a fall

Organic mulch or rubber flooring

is the most ideal—and concrete, asphalt and blacktop surfaces should be avoided at all times

tramPolines

* one person at a time: “It won’t

prevent accidents, but it will sure lessen the likelihood of an injury, especially if the kids are

of different weight Most injuries happen because of multiple participants,” he shared

* safety net: While they’ve

not proven to reduce injuries, they are still not a bad idea

to prevent kids, especially little ones, from falling off

* Cover up: Make sure

shock-absorbing pads cover the trampoline's springs, hooks and frame

* no circus tricks: Don’t

allow somersaults or flips

on the trampoline—these can cause neck and spinal injuries, Dr Kayes reported

atV/motoriZed sCooters

* similar to driving a car: Parents

should approach driving an ATV

or motorized scooter in much the same way as driving a car: with training! Formal training teaches

drivers how to control ATVs and motorized scooters in typical situations And, not surprisingly, drivers with training have a lower injury risk than drivers who have not been through proper training

* helmet—regardless of age:

Many ATV and motorized scooter injuries are head injuries Wearing

a helmet may reduce the severity

of these injuries “There’s just never a reason not to wear a helmet,” Dr Kayes said “The risk of head injury is too high.”

* avoid double trouble: ATVs and

motorized scooters are generally designed for one person Adding another passenger can make them difficult for the driver to control—and lead to accidents and emergency room visits

KOSMAS KAYES, M.D

is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon with Peyton Manning Children’s hospital at st.Vincent to schedule

an appointment with Dr Kayes for your child, call 317.338.7674.

14 INDY’S CHILD * June 2011

he alth & Wellness * pediatric health

making the summer a safe one

Common summer injuries to avoid

This summer, explorers of all ages will get a chance to dig into the past in the newest permanent exhibit opening at

The Children’s Museum: National Geographic Treasures of the Earth

In this exhibit your family will experience the world of archaeology and learn how it helps us piece together stories of the past by uncovering, investigating, interpreting and preserving what people leave behind

your little Indiana Jones-in-training will enjoy exploring re-creations of three real-life archaeological sites including the tomb of Seti I in Egypt, the Terra Cotta warriors in China, and the underwater excavation of the shipwreck of Capt

Kidd in the Dominican Republic

These immersive environments set the stage for a unique and engaging family learning experience

under the sand

In Egypt’s Valley of the Kings, the tomb of Seti I is the longest, deepest, and most complete tomb discovered and has walls covered with exquisite decoration In this section of the exhibit,

families can solve the puzzle to learn whose tomb this is, climb inside the mysterious tunnel to learn where it leads, and help determine if this is a pharaoh’s tomb

under the earth

At the time of their discovery, no one knew the purpose of the Terra Cotta warriors or who had created them, but archaeologists very quickly suspected that the warriors were part of the burial complex of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huangdi Today, this vast excavation site has yielded nearly 8,000 figures At The Children’s Museum, visitors can help excavate re-created warriors in the Dig Pit, work together to put one of three different figures back together, and virtually repaint a warrior themselves

under the sea

Lost for 300 years, convicted pirate Capt

william Kidd’s ship – the Cara Merchant – was lost in the waters of the Caribbean It wasn’t until 2007 that researchers from Iu’s office of underwater Science discovered the wreckage in less than 10 feet of water off the coast of the Dominican Republic

In Treasures of the Earth, families can help discover how the Cara Merchant

might have ended up where it did, look for clues in the cannon pile, and use a dredge

to suck up sand to reveal the precious artifacts buried underneath the sea

arChaeology lab

Much like the Paleo Prep Lab in Dinosphere, in Treasures of the Earth the Archaeology Lab will feature ongoing scientific investigations and archaeological research Children and families will have the opportunity to talk to archaeological experts as they are conducting investigations

on artifacts recovered from archaeological sites Created specifically for the exhibit, a special wet lab will feature the only cannon recovered from the Cara Merchant site as

a conservation treatment works to remove encrustations and stabilize the iron

This summer, your budding archaeologist will have a blast discovering for themselves the world of archaeology at The

Children’s Museum of Indianapolis!

JACLYN FALKENSTEIN

is the Public relations Coordinator at the Children's Museum of indianapolis

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I took my son to the store

with me and the clerk

there was an older lady,

but she had a deep voice

As she was talking to us

my son asks her why she

sounds like a man I was

—Lydia Beaudoin

We were at Chilli’s the other day when my husband excused himself to the restroom While he was gone the young lady came and brought out our sodas and

my 2-year-old announces,

“My Daddy had to go poop!”

I was mortified! But the lady smiled and told me not to worry about it Can you tell she’s potty training?!

—Laura Miller

When my son was 3 we went to spaghetti factory and requested to eat in the trolley Zack liked eating

in the trolley car We were informed the trolley was closed and walked right by

it to another table, Zack threw himself on the floor throwing a fit because

we were not sitting in the trolley car to eat our dinner.

—Steven Smith Goodman

It’s the mIddle of the week and

you’re juggling the kids, work,

laundry, the new puppy, and the

kids’ summer schedules Your

to-do list is a mile long and is

getting longer, and you still have

to read your book for book club

Whew.

It’s no wonder that sometimes scraping

a meal together and then cleaning it up

afterwards is way more than we want to

deal with

Simply saying, “Kids get in the car, we’re

going out to eat,” can be a real sanity saver

every once in awhile

But ‘every once in awhile’ is beginning

to turn into ‘every week’ In a poll of

24 families, 62 percent said they spend

between $100 to $300 per month on restaurants while eating out an average of one to two times per week

Since dining out here and dining out there adds up quickly, having a plan and economizing on those meals out is the way

to go in order to stretch your dollar further

There are a number of restaurants in and around Indy that offer ‘Kids Eat Free’

specials These specials are often found

on Mondays or Tuesdays, which are usually the less busy days for restaurants, though specials can be found at various restaurants on every day of the week

tiPs From moms For dining on

or more Since their kids meals are

$4.99, we can order something for our daughter, and with the coupon it’s like

paying for just mine and my husband’s

meal.”- Christine L.

“we have a preschooler, and when we

go out to eat we get him water we don’t order the kids meal, we let him eat from our plate, and also give him whatever comes with the restaurant (bread, tortilla chips, or crackers) My husband and I usually get water, or if we really want something besides water we’ll split a soft drink or tea we don’t order appetizers, and I order a lot of soup/salad, which is

cheaper than an entrée.” - Sherri Foster

“we’ve used restaurant.com, especially when you get a $25 certificate for $2 when they have their specials I try for the most part to use coupons I don’t usually get drinks for the kids unless it comes with the meal, and one thing I have done is to get water and bring little single Kool-Aid or

lemonade packets.” - Kelly Gray

“we rarely get appetizers or dessert (sometimes I’ll have a dessert ready for everyone at home) and we all order water.”

KIDS EAT FREE

(or cheap) deals

steak ‘n shake

Kids eat free on weekends

max & erma’s

Kids eat free on tuesdays

teddy’s burger Joint

Kids eat free on tuesdays

Perkins

Kids eat free on mondays, tuesdays and Wednesdays

smokey bones bar

& Fire grill

Kids eat free from

5 - 7 p.m on mondays

moe’s southwest grill

Kids eat free all day sunday and Wednesdays after 4 p.m

bella Pizzeria

Kids eat free sundays

Johnny rockets

Kids eat free from 4 - 9 p.m

on monday and Wednesday

Check ahead with the restaurant to be sure information is accurate, as participation may vary or change without notice.

18 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2011

date night dining

Another way to take a little time off in the

kitchen while still saving money is to get

creative with your date nights

How about a babysitting swap with

another family? your kids will get some

playtime with their friends and you get to

save on babysitting costs Then, you simply

return the favor and watch their kids for

their date night.

Another tip is to go out for breakfast or

lunch if possible, which is always cheaper

than going out to dinner and it may be less

busy, too

Sherri Foster, who budgets a little bit extra

for special date nights, said, “we use gift

cards that we get for birthdays or holidays,

or use a Groupon And if we’re spending a

lot, we try to get enough to have leftovers

for the next day.”

Kelly Gray offered this birthday tip, “If you

or your spouse are having a birthday soon,

usually restaurants send out nice deals if you’re on their email list.”

Looking for ideas? The Ram offers a free birthday mudslide, which is more than enough for two people, and Moe’s Southwest Grill has free birthday burritos if that’s more your style

more dining out tiPs

Consider takeout and eat at home This is sometimes the best option if you have very young children who are at the stage where they don’t really want to sit in a highchair for any length of time, which tends to make dining out more and not less stressful you still have a little bit of cleanup at home, but

at least you don't have to cook and wash pots and pans

or, with summer finally here, get some takeout and go to the park for a picnic

our family will sometimes grab a couple

of $5 pizzas from Little Caesar’s along with some water and carrot sticks from home and head to a favorite outdoor spot or park

one more thing, when eating at a restaurant, tip well It’s courteous to tip

on the full bill amount, especially since

as we all know, dining with kids can be pretty messy

Website saVings

you don’t have to spend hours finding out where the deals are These are a couple of websites that make it easy to find out the specials:

www.kidsmealdeals.com and www.mykidseatfree These resources

will help you find participating restaurants and the kids meal specials they offer (often kids eat free with an adult entrée purchase, or the restaurant offers 99 kids meals)

www.coupons4indy.com This website

lists coupons for businesses all over the Indy area when searching restaurants, you can search by cuisine and/or city feature, making it easy to find printable coupons for nearby eateries

www.groupon.com Restaurant deals

aren’t always on the menu, since Groupon deals also consist of entertainment, spas, and shopping, but it’s worth signing up for in order to grab them when they come around, usually for a 50% discount

www.livingsocial.com and www.eversave.com Similar to Groupon,

these websites also offer discounts to local restaurants as well as theaters, spas and more These kinds of deals are in most major cities, so if you know you’ll be traveling to another city where they’re offered, consider watching for restaurant deals there, too

www.restaurant.com Certificates to

participating restaurants are often $10 for

a $25 certificate Be sure to read about the minimum purchase and other restrictions

KRISTA BOCKO is a freelance writer, wife and mother of four she can be reached at kbocko@sbcglobal.net

“We have a preschooler, and when we go out to eat we get him water We don’t order the kids meal, we let him eat from our plate, and also give him whatever comes with the restaurant (bread, tortilla chips, or crackers)

my husband and i usually get water, or if we really want something besides water we’ll split a soft drink or tea

We don’t order appetizers, and i order a lot of soup/salad, which is cheaper than an entrée.”- sherri Foster

20 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2011

CHOOL IS OUT, the sun is high in the

sky and the kids are ready to take on

summer! To children, summer means

playgrounds, swimming and fun in the

sun To parents it means all that and more,

including potential safety hazards

The best way to keep your children safe this

summer is to arm yourself with knowledge Know

your child’s surroundings and be aware of potential

hazards, but also know what needs to be done when

emergencies arise

The Buzz on Bug Bites

where there’s heat, humidity, rain and foliage, you

will inevitably find winged and crawling critters

They may be small, but they can carry some big dangers The list of diseases that can be carried by summer-loving bugs is frightening in its lengthiness

The most common culprits are mosquitoes and ticks

where there’s humidity, there will be mosquitoes

Their bites are an irritation, but they can also be dangerous According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), west nile Virus

is the most common mosquito-related disease in the Midwest In 2009, there were over 300 cases documented in Indiana Symptoms of the disease can range from mild to severe Mild symptoms, affecting up to 20 percent of the people infected with west nile, can include fever, headache, body aches, nausea, vomiting, swollen lymph nodes and

a skin rash on the chest, stomach and back The disease can also become much more severe in some cases, however most infected people show very few symptoms at all

My family and I took a short walk in the woods last weekend and after only a half hour we found our first tick of the season After a frantic search,

we discovered four more! Brief conversations with other hikers led us to the conclusion that ticks may

be on the rampage this summer

Ticks are actually arachnids, related to spiders, that thrive in humid, woody or grassy environments They survive by attaching themselves to an animal

or human while feasting on their host’s blood

safety summer

Keeping children safe during summer play

unfortunately, they can also pass along various diseases,

the most common of which is Lyme disease

More cases of Lyme disease are reported than any other

bug-borne disease in the united States According to the CDC

there were almost 29,000 confirmed cases and 6,277 probable

cases of Lyme disease in the u.S in 2008; most of these cases

are reported from the northeast and upper Midwest

Lyme disease is bacteria that can be fought with

antibiotics Typical symptoms include fever, headache,

fatigue, and skin rash

Prevention is the key to avoiding bug bites Always apply

insect repellent containing DEET to clothes and exposed

skin when going outside Apply the insect repellent

containing permethrin to prevent ticks from attaching and

always check for ticks after being outside and remove them

promptly wearing long sleeves and pants will also help

Testing the Waters

The most common and most terrifying safety hazard for

children in the summer is water According to Safe Kids

uSA, a nationwide network of organizations working to

prevent childhood injury, drowning is the second leading

cause of unintentional death among children ages 1 to

4 years and children 10 to 14 years For infants less than

1 year, drowning is the third leading cause of death In addition, an average of 3,600 annual injuries occur to children due to near-drowning incidents

unfortunately, the dangers for children are growing because of the increase in foreclosed or abandoned homes where pools are left uncared for and unprotected

In May of 2008, 5-year-old Sheyenne Jenkins was playing outside with her brother Sheyenne disappeared for only a moment, but that moment is all it took to lead

to tragedy

Sheyenne was found unconscious in a neighbor’s pool

The house had been abandoned and the fence and pool cover that had once protected the pool, were in disrepair

unfortunately, the system in most states, including Indiana, has no laws concerning who is responsible in a situation like this Three years later, the previous owner, the mortgage company, and the town where the accident occurred, are all denying responsibility “we’re still in the lawsuit,” said Secrena Erwin, Sheyenne’s mother

The pool was completely open because Indiana doesn’t have

a fence law Even after what happened to little Sheyenne, the laws still haven’t changed

“[when a house is foreclosed] the clean up team must now immediately fix the pool if one is present That’s the only thing that has changed,” she said

Still, it took 3 months after Sheyenne’s death to get the pool covered (however, the cover has since fallen in again)

“Indiana still doesn’t have a fence law,” said Secrena

“It’s unbelievable.”

observance is vitally important in protecting your child from these situations “Be aware of your surroundings,

The best way to keep your children safe this summer is to arm yourself with knowledge Know your child’s surroundings

and be aware of potential hazards, but also know what needs to be done when emergencies arise.

22 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2011

but also be aware of what’s going on with your neighbors,”

advised Secrena “If you see an open pool, call your homeowners

association or whoever you have to call Keep calling until the

situation is fixed.”

Lisa Moy concurs that diligence is key to keeping your kids safe

in the water “My Grandfather’s philosophy of teaching a child to

swim was to throw them in water over their heads and say ‘swim

or drown’,” said Lisa, a mother of three who grew up in rural

Indiana

As a result from her Grandfather’s ways, Lisa developed a strong

fear of the water Therefore, when she had kids of her own,

she was determined to make sure they were safe in the water

She hovered in fear as her children learned to swim and as they

eventually decided to swim competitively Still, she remained

paranoid, but her paranoia actually paid off

“one time during practice I noticed my child struggling and

he was in the middle of the deepest part of the pool The young

coaches hadn’t noticed,” said Lisa “I was glad to be the paranoid

mother hovering over the fence I had to yell to them he was

having problems and they raced out to assist him I still cringe to

think what might have happened if I had not been watching so

closely.”

Stony Creek Swim Center has been offering quality swim

instructions for 22 years Lessons are available for children as

young as 6 months through adult For more information or to

register for classes, contact (317) 773-7399

This summer, all Indy Parks are offering free water safety classes

each day for a half hour before the pool opens through June 3

Those who attend the classes are invited to swim for free for the

entire day Children under age 9 must be accompanied by an

adult Visit indyparks.org for more information

Back Away from Big Bangs

Fireworks are often a special part of summer celebrations that are often eagerly anticipated by little ones The sparkly lights and big bangs can often draw the attention of naturally curious children

However, thousands of people end up in emergency rooms every year with firework-related injuries

According to the national Fire Prevention Association (nFPA), two out of every five (40 percent) people injured by fireworks were under the age of 15, and the risk of firework injuries was highest for teens ages 15-19 and children 5-9, both with at least 2.5 times the risk for the general population Most often it is the sparklers, fountains, and other novelties that are legal and available for sale everywhere that are the culprits

Indiana law prohibits the sale and use of fireworks to anyone under the age of 18 However, obviously considering the statistics, this law is not always obeyed

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security recommends that, as a rule, children should never be allowed to play with, handle or light fireworks of any kind In fact, fire safety officials agree that the safest way to prevent firework-related injuries is

to leave the work to the professionals Visit a fireworks display presented by those trained to perform them with safety personnel standing by And always make sure you and your children are far enough away to enjoy the show without the chance of injury

Beat the Heat

you can’t avoid the heat in summer, especially when you’re

a rambunctious young one with energy to burn Therefore, sunburn and dehydration are constant summer fears

with skin cancer concerns on the rise, it’s a good idea to make sunscreen a daily drill for your young sun worshippers Although skin cancer is not commonly diagnosed in children, the majority

of sun exposure happens during childhood

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends babies less than 6 months should be dressed in lightweight long pants and long sleeve shirts and wear brimmed hats when exposed

to the sun For babies this age, applying a minimal amount of sunscreen, 15 SPF or higher, is also recommended

For older children, hats and sunglasses are recommended by the AAP Sunscreen of at least 15 SPF or greater and staying out of the sun as much as possible during the peak hours of 10 a.m to 4 p.m are also suggested Also, don’t forget to reapply!

Sunscreen should be reapplied every two hours and after swimming or sweating Making sunscreen a daily habit for your children will help to ensure they continue healthy practices into their adult lives

In addition to sunburn, dehydration is always a summer concern for the young ones, and because of their small size and innate activeness, children are especially prone Knowing the early signs of dehydration or heat stress is essential to keeping kids healthy in the heat These signs may include thirst, fatigue, and irritability If you note these signs, get your child to a cool place and administer fluids, avoiding sugary drinks or sodas Cool cloths may also help

Additionally, one doesn’t usually consider dehydration to be a concern while engaging in summer water fun, but cool water can often mask the effects of the sun Always remember to stay hydrated during all types of summer activities, even swimming.Summer fun doesn’t have to be accompanied by constant fears over safety issues However, knowing the dangers and staying ahead of the game is the best way to have piece of mind and

ensure a safe and happy summer for everyone

REBECCA TODD is a freelance writer and

the author of the book “what’s the Point?” Visit her at rebeccatodd.wordpress.com.

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Choosing a Playset:

* When selecting playsets, there are some

things to look for, said Riley Find one that

fits your backyard space and not one that is

too big for the area For commercial playsets,

it is required that there is a six foot safety

boundary around the perimeter of the set

* Find deep slides With shallow slides it is

easier for kids to fall off the sides, but with

deep slides kids get cradled into them

* Look for climbing ladders that

are angled, not vertical

* Recessed hardware is also important

so kids do not get snagged

* Plastic chains with some kind of coating is a

good idea so kids’ fingers do not get pinched

* One of the biggest things that gets ignored,

said Riley, is making sure that the playsets are

translucent, meaning you can see through

them, thus allowing parents to observe

their children at all times When you have a

playset with solid walls you can’t tell if the

kids are hurt, and parents need to be able

to look out and see what is going on

* Stay away from purchasing conflicting play

areas, such as monkey bars with swings attached This is not a good situation

if a child drops and hits the swing

Basketball Goals:

* The main thing is to place basketball

goals on a flat part of the driveway A lot

of driveways slope to the street, so try

to use a protective netting that prohibits kids from chasing balls into the street

* Adjustable basketball goals with a cranking

mechanism that goes up and down is a good idea The cranking mechanism, however, needs a safety stop on the post so if there

is a failure with the cranking mechanism, the safety stop would catch itself

* Stay away from portable basketball goals

These are the most dangerous, said Riley

When kids dunk and hang from the rims, there

is not enough weight and they tend to fall over and land on the child Riley recommends installing a permanent in-ground goal, rather than purchasing a portable goal

Trampolines:

* Recreation Unlimited sells the “World’s Safest

Trampoline” the Springfree™ Trampoline It has never had a claim against it for someone

getting injured, said Riley, and it has unique safety features The entire trampoline is based

on safety as it uses flexible fiberglass rods to give a soft non-jarring bounce The rods lie beneath the jumping surface and out of harms way “We’ve never carried trampolines until now, and we have had parents come in with fear for injury that will buy this one,” said Riley

Hot Tubs:

* If purchasing a hot tub, make sure to buy one

with an anti-suction release on the bottom

Within two years, all hot tubs will require an anti-suction release mechanism Parents need

to make sure the hot tub they are purchasing has this feature, as it is very common for children’s skin and clothing to get stuck to the bottom, resulting in many fatal accidents

It’s time to pump up the basketball balls, clean off the playground equipment and get ready for the backyard play days to begin With the kids being outside more, parents want to make sure their kids are safe But what are the proper precautions to take when dealing with backyard safety issues?

owner of recreation unlimited, brad riley, talked with indy’s Child, and told us his list of important safety measures to follow.

Backyard Safety

t I p s F r o m r e c r e at I o n U n l I m I t e d

24 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2011

SuMMER IS FINALLY here! If you are like me, you were so happy to

pack up all the snow boots, coats and winter gear now it’s easy breezy

summertime! Flip flops, sprinkler parks and ice cream cones!

As a kid, summer days seemed endless – filled with hours of running

through the sprinkler and riding my bike until dusk Long, hot days

filled with special memories like slip-n-slide in the backyard and purple

popsicles dripping down my chin

I still do all these things each summer with my kids I often get a glimpse

into being a kid again and the sense of freedom during the summer

months by watching the pure delight on my children’s faces

Last summer I decided to take one of our favorite summer traditions

and make it a bit more meaningful After all, I thought to myself, they

are getting older and I wanted to seize the opportunity to teach them

something I feel deeply passionate about - helping others

I have always preached to my kiddos the importance of giving back, but

last summer I realized that I really needed to show them how to do it

Talking about it was no longer enough Rather, I needed to help them

connect the dots and show them the difference they had the power to

make in our own community

one of my favorite sayings that I love and have on a plaque at home is by

Ghandi He so profoundly stated, “Be the change you want to see in the

world.” well, it was time to stop saying it and actually help my kids put

this motto into action

we started by planning our usual Fourth of July Stand that has become a

favorite summer tradition for our family Typically, my kids bake cookies,

brownies, make lemonade, and even sell snow cones with red, white and

blue flavoring In the past, they gear up all week making and organizing

their items and set up shop at the end of our street on July 3 in celebration

of the Fourth of July weekend Last year, however, we sat down as a

family and decided to make the stand bigger and better and focused on

donating 100 percent of the proceeds to a charity in our community

Much to my surprise, I did not have to twist any of their arms to agree

to give their hard earned proceeds away Instead, they decided to raise

money from the Fourth of July Stand to benefit our local Humane

Society Before I could blink, all three of my kids were working together

(a rare moment, I must admit) to create flyers, posters and decorations

for their charity stand They recruited neighbor kids, friends, and family

members to help with it They spent days baking, planning and talking

about how many animals they wanted to help and how much money they

wanted to earn to make a difference

To be honest, it took on a life of its own and it was a wonderful thing, as

a mom, to watch it unfold with my kids Last year, our little stand raised

over $400 dollars in a two hour period The kids sold out of everything

and couldn’t believe that customers were paying $10 for a cookie

They accepted donations of any amount for all their items People gave

generously as they shared that they were raising money to help the local

Humane Society

with summer now here, my kids have already started to plan our Fourth

of July Stand for this year I have been so moved by their motivation

that it has inspired me to not only share the idea with you, but to create

a special day for moms and kids to participate in making a difference in

the community

MARY SUSAN Buhner is a Life Coach for Moms and

author of “Mommy Magic: tricks for staying sane in the

Midst of insanity” Visit www.Mommy-Magic.com for more

information Become a Fan of Mommy Magic on FaceBook!

Commentary & Parenting * mommy magic

teach your Kids to give back to the Community

National Fourth of July Stand Day

one day, one stand, one big diFFerenCe!

So with that, I invite you and your kids to participate in this year’s national Fourth of July Stand Day It is easy and a wonderful way to teach your kids to work together to help others and make a difference in your community

all you have to do is:

save the date

July 3! The official date for the national Fourth of July Stand Day!

Choose a Charity

Talk and research together as a family about what charity in your community you want

to help It could be in honor or memory of a loved one who fought a particular disease, a homeless shelter, or a church, to name a few examples Picking a cause that your kids want to help really brings meaning and life to your stand you can even contact the charity and take a tour beforehand to show your kids how their efforts will truly make a difference to others

make a Plan

Decide what you want to sell Baked goods, snow cones, popsicles, lemonade,

American flags, Fourth of July hats, beads and even candy

invite others

Invite your neighbors, friends and families to help and participate

Create your stand

Decorate a card table with Fourth of July decorations or tape mini flags to a wagon whatever

it is, have your kids show their American spirit by creating and decorating their stand

get the Word out

Make flyers and posters for your stand to let others know your Fourth of July Stand is helping others in the community

I hope you take me up on the invitation to participate in this year’s first annual national Fourth of July Stand Day Together, as moms, we can teach our children on the importance of helping others

In one day, one stand can make one big difference!

For more details on Mommy Magic’s national Fourth of July Stand Day visit www.mommy-magic.com.

wHAT MAKES ELMo®dance, and how does the Etch A Sketch® work? Have a hands-on experience discovering the combinations of gears, pulleys, linkages, cams, and circuits inside many

of your favorite toys and games this summer at the wonderLab Museum of Science, Health and Technology in Bloomington, Ind

The special exhibition toys: the inside Story

will make its first appearance in Indiana and its only second appearance in the entire Midwest, at wonderLab from June 2 through September 4

“we chose this exhibition because it offers a new experience for visitors and communicates science through fun and familiar objects,” said Karen Jepson-Innes, wonderLab’s associate executive director

toys: the inside Story includes a dozen different

hands-on stations illustrating the simple mechanisms commonly found in toys from a jack-in-the-box to the game operation® Some stations provide open-ended activities that encourage visitors to make their own toy-like mechanisms wonderLab will offer further enrichment through special programs

and Science on the Spot activities throughout the

summer The museum’s gift store will also have related merchandise

The family-friendly exhibition began touring in 2007 It was created by the Montshire Museum of Science with funding from the national Science Foundation The exhibition comes to wonderLab with support provided

by AT&T Real yellow Pages; The Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County, Inc.; Cook, Inc.; Duke Energy Foundation; Hoosier Virtual Academies, powered by K12; Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington; LAMAR outdoor Advertising; and Travelin Magazine

wonderLab is an award-winning science museum and family destination in the heart of the downtown Bloomington Entertainment and Arts District (BEAD)

It is within walking distance of the Indiana university campus and is a short drive from the Lake Monroe recreational area The two-story museum at 308 west Fourth Street offers hands-on exhibits and programs rich

in educational content for visitors of all ages

General admission is $6.00 for children and $7.00 for adults Children under the age of 1 are free wonderLab participates in the Association of Science-Technology Center (ASTC) Passport Program, which offers reciprocal free admission for members of participating museums located more than 90 miles apart For more information, call wonderLab Visitor Services at 812-337-1337 ext 25 or go online to

www.wonderlab.org.

around toWn * profile: wonderlab

get the inside story about toys this summer

The WonderLab Museum's new exhibit

Photo Courtesy of sciencenter

26 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2011

the reasons behind the magic

HY ARE PEOPLE so loyal to their

sleep away camps? what exactly

happens at camp that makes

people rhapsodize about the experience

30 or 40 years later? whenever I tell

people that I am curious about the camp

experience, the stories start to pour out

“I loved my camp,” they say in a dreamy

voice “A camp prize is better than any

other award in life,” passionately declared

a newspaperman at a dinner party He

had won a bunch of journalism awards

Apparently none of these trophies held

the emotional power of that camp

sweater that he still keeps in a drawer

what is it about the summer camp

experience and those few weeks away for

perhaps two or three seasons, that goes so

deep under their skin? not many people

rave about their schools or neighborhood

the way they talk about camp

As a psychologist, I am curious

about the mystery of camp

what’s the secret ingredient?

An alum of a yMCA camp in the

Berkshires insisted, “It’s the cabin

chat no other camp has the cabin

chat It’s an amazing experience.”

So I traveled to that camp and sat in on one cabin chat with 11-year-old boys and another chat with 14-year-old girls In the total darkness, the counselor would strike a match, light a candle, and lead a discussion By candlelight the campers would take turns talking about their day, their feelings, and their thoughts on a philosophical question posed by the counselor

It was pretty powerful; in the moment it felt close to sacred Indeed, two-thirds of the counselors there told me that they had more powerful feelings about their camp than they did about their family’s religion

yet kids from other camps that don’t have a cabin chat every night may feel just as strongly about their camp At a canoe-tripping camp

in ontario they tell me the secret ingredient

is being out in the wilderness and paddling all day At a general camp in Vermont they tell me it is the close relationships between staff and kids, and of course the singing

in the dining hall each night At an arts camp in Connecticut they tell me the magic is self-expression and the freedom that each child has to choose activities

what is the magic of camp? After a whole summer of sitting in on campfires, cabin chats, and dining hall sing-alongs after

laughing through a lot of silly campfire skits, after watching kids compete in color wars and canoeing contests and staging first-rate productions of Broadway musicals — I’m closer to an answer

First, it is absolutely magical for kids to be away from their parents The sweetest, most satisfying moments of childhood (think back

to your own life) are almost always when you are away from your parents why? Because

as a child you see yourself constantly in the mirror of your parents’ eyes, you judge yourself by their words, their smiles, their eyebrows you cannot escape the power of your parents’ faces and judgments At camp, you aren’t getting any parental feedback, not for weeks at a time what a great change!

Apparently, there is a little Harry Potter in every child, yearning to be an orphan, at least for a while Children are suddenly free

to experience themselves anew, they face challenges and accomplishments that are theirs alone — experiences that don’t have to be run through the parental cognitive-ruminative-metabolic-judicial machinery It doesn’t matter what your parents think, it belongs to you

Secondly, the relationship between campers and counselors is pure gold The younger

kids love and admire the counselors and that respect brings out the best in the 19,

20, and 21-one-year-olds They are at their most responsible, compassionate, and loving when they are put in charge of younger children, and the younger children knock themselves out trying to impress these young demigods I have seen many children hug young adults this summer and have seen the young adults hug them back with genuine protectiveness and caring There isn’t enough mixing of half-generations in our world.Finally, if camps are successful, they create a private world with its own rules and rituals and magic Deep down, all children not only yearn to be Harry Potter, they want

a Hogwarts; they want to have their own harrowing adventures with no (apparent) safety net Suburban life and school don’t provide children with much of an arena for adventure or their imaginations

Camps have the ability to create that world that belongs only to a child and his or her friends now that is magic

MICHAEL THOMPSON, Ph.D., is the coauthor of raising Cain he is presently writing a book about camps and overnight school trips called homesick and happy and can be contacted at michaelthompson.phd@gmail.com

BETH-EL ZEDEcK EARLY cHILDHOOD:

"cOMMOTION IN THE OcEAN"

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type of Camp: Day

Basic Category: Traditional

Specific Categories: OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Hours: Flexible hours Half Days/Full

Days Also available: early drop off as

early as 7:30 am and late pick up anytime

up until 6:00 pm/5:30 pm on Fridays.

Dates: Session 1: June 6 – July 1;

Sesson 2: July 5 – July 29

Ages/Grades: 12 mos.+, 18 mos.+,

2 yrs.+, 3 yrs.+, 4 and 5 years +

Cost: Call for full brochure.

Activities Included: Weekly creative

themes, arts and crafts, water fun at the

Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Aquatic Complex

for 3's, 4's and 5's Water play for 12

months +, 18 months + and 2+ Music/

Creative Movement, Entertainment,

Field Trip Fridays for 4's and 5's.

Camp 2011-OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

our Summer Program recognizes that

children learn through play Play fosters

total development and should be interwoven

in everything children do During camp,

children will experiment and explore by using

all five senses our campers will thrive on

creativity, exploration, discovery, spontaneity

and lots of love

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type of Camp: Day

Basic Category: Arts, Sports, Traditional

Specific Categories: Specialty camps include:

Glee Club Camp, Arts Camp, Construction

Camp, Sports Camps, Equestrian Camp, Eric

Gordon Basketball Camp, Pre-School Camp

Financial Aid Offered: Scholarship assistance

Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm

Dates: June 6 - July 29

Ages/Grades: preschool - 8th grade

Cost: Varies by camp Camps

available by the week.

Activities Included: Swimming in the JCC water park, games, arts & crafts, sports, singing, nature and science discovery, cook-outs and more!

All JCC camps are located on the wooded grounds behind the JCC Campers make use

of every inch of the JCC, including our water park, indoor pools, bball gyms, auditorium and stage, and outdoor pavilion In addition

to traditional camp activities, our visiting Israeli counselors add a cultural component

to Camp JCC that no other camp offers.

Extended care for children grades K- 5 is available for specialty camps

as well as our regular day camps.

our Camp JCC Registration Day is Sunday, March 20, noon-2 pm we're offering 15%

discounts on most camps and 1/2-price deposits on all camps THIS DAy onLy!

Plus, those interested in JCC membership will enjoy a $0 enrollment fee ($300) savings and 2 free personal training sessions when they join during camp registration

cAMP PRIMROSE 2011 - cARMEL

780 West Carmel Drive, Carmel, IN 46032 Contact: Nicole Alvarado

Phone: 317-848-8771 Fax: 317-848-8773 Email: Nicole@PrimroseCarmel.com

www.PrimroseCarmel.com

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Basic Category: Traditional Hours: 6:30 a.m - 6:00 p.m.

Dates: June 31st - August 8th Ages/Grades: 6 weeks through 12 years old Activities Included: Daily activities including gardening, cooking, science experiments, hiking, art and water play

In-school visitors and field trips to parks, museums, ice cream shops and more.

Join us for our exciting summer camp and enjoy activities related to our themes of "Dig!

Stir! Chomp!", "Expedition Summer", and

"Destination Science"

cAMP PRIMROSE BRIDGEwATER

14711 N Gray Rd, Westfield, IN 46062 Contact: Julie Bowman

Phone: 317-848-0123 Fax: 317-848-0124 Email: vhall@primrosebridgewater.com

www.primrosebridgewater.com

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Specific Categories: School Program (Before/After) Special Needs Camps Offered:

Yes (During everyday camps)

Hours: 6:30 a.m till 6:00 p.m.

Dates: June 31st through August 4th Ages/Grades: 6 weeks through 5th grade Cost: Dependent upon age

Activities Included: Field trips to the Mad Scientist, parks, nature centers, farms, and other exciting places Many different activities with cooking, gardening, water play and science experiments are planned.

Learn how to camp, hike, cook, garden, and explore dinosaur bones and fossils This camp will take you on a wild and wacky journey through science and will even have you creating your own volcano

cAMP PRIMROSE GRAY EAGLE

12290 Olio Road, Fishers, IN 46037 Contact: Sarah Pendleton Phone: 317-577-9480 Email: sarah@primrosegrayeagle.com Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type of Camp: Day Hours: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm, Mon-Fri Dates: 5/31/11 - 8/19/11

Ages/Grades: 4 & up (programs also available for Infants - Preschool) Cost: Dependent on age Activities Included: Camp includes snacks and lunch Activities include field trips, shows, games, experiments, cooking, gardening, etc.

Camp Primrose offers weekly or summer camps for children age 4 and up Play soccer, learn karate, cook for fun, and explore nature while making new friends Campers will enjoy field trips, shows, games and adventures intermixed with weekly activities such as basketball, soccer and music Stop by today

to see a complete calendar of activities

cAMP PRIMROSE wEST cLAY

13096 Moultrie St, Carmel, IN 46032 Contact: Julie Bowman

Phone: 317-873-0123 Fax: 317-848-0124 Email: jbowman@primrosewestclay.com

www.primrosewestclay.com

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Specific Categories: School Program (Before/After) Special Needs Camps Offered:

Yes (During everyday camps) Hours: 6:00 a.m until 6:30 p.m.

Dates: June 31st through August 4th Ages/Grades: 6 weeks through 5th grade Cost: Dependent upon age

Activities Included: Field trips to the Mad Scientist, parks, nature centers, farms,

and other exciting places Many different activities with cooking, gardening, water play and science experiments are planned.

Learn how to camp, hike, cook, garden, and explore dinosaur bones and fossils This camp will take you on a wild and wacky journey through science and will even have you creating your own volcano

cHINESE cULTURE SUMMER cAMP AT IUPUI

425 University Blvd., Indianapolis, IN 46202 Contact: Noah Buonanno

Phone: 317-278-7900 Fax: 317-278-7919 Email: ciindy@iupui.edu Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Basic Category: Traditional, Study Abroad/International Specific Categories: Chinese Language and Culture Financial Aid Offered: Yes $25 one-time discount for those enrolling before March 13 Hours: 8:30am - 4:15pm; Pre & After School Care 7:30am-8:30am/ 4:15pm-6:00pm Dates: Monday-Friday July

5th-August 5th 2011 Ages/Grades: 5-13/ K-8 Cost: $150 per week for those enrolling

on a weekly basis (Week 1 July 5th to 8th

is $120); no camp on Mon July 4th); $120 per week for those enrolling for the entire

5 weeks; $25 per week for pre & after school care; $15 teaching material fee Requirements of Campers:

Activities Included: Chinese language, calligraphy, song and dance,

martial arts, games and crafts.

www.iupui.edu/~china/

The Confucius Institute in Indianapolis is

an apolitical, non-profit organization The Chinese Culture Summer Camp at IuPuI was established to better prepare our children

to learn Chinese language and culture This day camp is a one to five-week program (Monday - Friday) that is filled with a wide variety of activities The curriculum consists

of Chinese language, Chinese games & crafts, singing & dancing, calligraphy, martial arts, and more our camp promotes student's cross-cultural understanding and communication Through the camps, students increase their multicultural abilities by engaging in fun and educational activities offered by our high-quality camp teachers This camp

is a unique opportunity for K-8 students

to learn another culture and language

28 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2011

cHRISTIAN YOUTH THEATRE

17849 Grassy Knoll Dr., Westfield, IN 46074

Contact: Mandy Polster

Phone: 317-407-5452

Email: mandy.polster@gmail.com

www.cytindy.org

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type of Camp: Day

Basic Category: Arts

Specific Categories: Acting/Singing/Dance

Special Needs Camps Offered: Yes

(During everyday camps) special

training for families with autism

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Hours: 9am-3pm Age: 4-7 amp-12pm

Dates: June & July

Ages/Grades: 18

Cost: variable

Requirements of Campers: average

school requirements

Activities Included: Daily workshop

rounds of acting, singing, dancing,

costume, makeup, & set design Many

crafts and games included daily.

CyT Musical Theater Summer Camp is one

of the most affordable quality musical theatre

camps in Indiana In the morning, they rotate

with their team to a variety of theater classes

including dance, drama & voice taught by

qualified instructors After lunch, summer

campers play exciting outdoor games before

they come together with all the teams for

showcase rehearsal All campers perform in the

musical theater showcase at the end of the week,

featuring a variety of songs, dances and drama

Camp week 1 - June 13th - Traders Point

Christian Academy (Zionsville/whitestown)

Camp week 2 - June 20th - Heritage

Christian School (Indianapolis north)

Camp week 3 - June 27th -

Greenwood (Indianapolis Christian

Fellowship & Greenwood south)

Camp week 4 - July 11th – Traders Point

Christian Academy & Heritage Christian School

Camp week 5 - July 18th – Heritage

Christian School & Greenwood (Indianapolis

Christian Fellowship & Greenwood south)

Camp week 6 - July 27th - Traders

Point Christian Academy

DEvEAU'S GYMNASTIcS DAY cAMP

9032 Technology Drive, Fishers, IN 46038

Contact: Joan Deveau

Phone: 317-849-7744

Fax: 317-845-7377

Email: deveausgymnastics@gmail.com

www.deveaus.com

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type of Camp: Day

Specific Categories: Gymnastics

Special Needs Camps Offered: No

Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Dates: June 14-17, 2011

Ages/Grades: 5-18

Cost: $200 ($180 if registered prior to June 1)

Requirements of Campers: Sack

Lunch, proper attire

Activities Included: Gymnastics

Apparatus, Tumblng, Trampoline,

Dance, Games and Fun Activities

DeVeau's Gymnastics Summer Camp will

provide instruction and fun for children

who enjoy gymnastics The program is

geared to meet the needs of the beginning

through advanced recreational levels

FREETOwN vILLAGE SUMMER DAY cAMP

4601 N Emerson Avenue @ St Alban's

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type of Camp: Day Basic Category: Academic/

Pre-college, Traditional Specific Categories: Enrichment Special Needs Camps Offered: N/A Financial Aid Offered: N/A Hours: 8:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m.

Dates: June 6 - August 5, 2011 Ages/Grades: 5 - 14/ K-8th Cost: $70/wk + registration fee Requirements of Campers: Must bring own sack lunch

Activities Included: Arts and crafts, theatre, academic enrichment (math/language arts/social studies), hands on activities, manners and etiquette lessons, team building, games, weekly field trips.

nine weekly sessions of learning and fun!

our camp provides a safe and structured learning environment to minimize summer learning loss Highlighting history and culture, children learn about themselves and develop a stronger sense of community Each week ends with a performance showcase, highlighting the week’s activities

INDIANAPOLIS ART cENTER SUMMER cAMP

820 East 67th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46220 Contact: Krista Hurst

Phone: 317-255-2464 Fax: 317-254-0486 Email: Classes@IndplsArtCenter.org

www.indplsartCenter.org

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Basic Category: Arts Special Needs Camps Offered:

Yes (During everyday camps) Financial Aid Offered: Yes Hours: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m (first graders through age 7), 1:30-5:30 p.m (ages 8-12) or 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m

(ages 8-12) March 29-June 2, 2010 Dates: June-August

Ages/Grades: Various Cost: Cost of camps vary.

Activities Included: Variety of art activites from ceramics, painting and drawing to sculpture.

Clear your refrigerator door to make room for the art masterpieces your kids will create during this Spring Break Art Camp In our half-day and full-day art camps, your kids will have the whole week to let their imaginations run wild

They'll participate in a variety of activities like papermaking, fabric dyeing, sculpture, hand-built ceramics, painting and drawing And our instructor-to-camper ratio is 1:10 (1:8 for the younger kids) Give your kids something valuable—a connection to their own creativity!

INDIANAPOLIS cHILDREN'S cHOIR cHORAL FESTIvAL

4600 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46208

Phone: 317-940-9640 Fax: 317-940-6129 Email: info@icchoir.org

www.icchoir.org

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Basic Category: Arts Financial Aid Offered: Yes Need-based financial aid is offered with completed request.

Hours: 9-12 or 1-4 Choose AM or PM session Dates: June 13-18, 2011

Ages/Grades: entering 3-8 Cost: $85 plus $25 registration fee (includes camp t-shirt!) Requirements of Campers: teacher recommendation or ability to match pitch Activities Included: Mass choir rehearsals, Solfege classes, small group education/

instruction, snacks, Kodaly classes, music theory & public concert!

The Indianapolis Children's Choir brings young people who like to sing to the Butler university campus for a wonderful week

of music-making and fun It's a great way for music-loving kids to learn, laugh, and sing together in a vigorous, fast-paced enjoyable way The week culminates in an unforgettable experience on the magnificent Clowes Memorial Hall concert stage

INDY PARKS AND REcREATION

Multiple Locations in Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN

Contact: Joenne Pope, Manager

of School Outreach Phone: 317-327-7275 Email: jpope@indygov.org

www.indyparks.org

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Basic Category: Traditional Specific Categories: Environmental Special Needs Camps Offered: Yes (Everyday and Specialty camps) Financial Aid Offered: Yes.

Hours: Vary Dates: 5/31-7/29/2011 Ages/Grades: 3-15 /Pk-8th Cost: $35-$150 per week Activities Included: Variety of activities depending on locations.

That's what summer vacation is all about At Indy Parks we take your child's fun seriously

Each week will include activities related to

the different themes our Camp Package includes: Trained and qualified staff, low counselor to camper ratios, weekly field trips, swimming, art & crafts, guest speakers, camp T-shirts, educational programs, extended care services, weekly themes, and structured games, activities and sports we offer early bird rates from 01/31/11 to 03/31/11

MONART SUMMER ART cAMPS

3 locations: Zionsville, Noblesville & Carmel Contact: Barb Hegeman, owner

Phone: 317-774-3729(DRAW) Email: monart@indy.rr.com

www.indydraws.com

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Basic Category: Arts Specific Categories: Art Special Needs Camps Offered: No Financial Aid Offered: No Hours: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 - 3:30

pm depending on location Dates: June 13 - July 28 Ages/Grades: All ages 5 and up Cost: One day minicamps-$35, Weekly camps-$140

Activities Included: Drawing and painting using markers, oil and chalk pastels, watercolor, and colored pencil.

Monart camps are full of creativity and fun! Campers learn different drawing and painting techniques and work in a variety

of media, all centered on a specific theme, including Cartooning, Animals, and nature

Fax: (317) 429-9971 Email: info@indynjtl.org

www.indynjtl.org

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Basic Category: Sports Specific Categories: Tennis Special Needs Camps Offered: No

Financial Aid Offered: Yes For more

information on financial aid: Contact

the NJTL office at 317-429-9965.

Hours: 8 a.m to 4 p.m (Lessons

are one hour, twice per week, plus

match play on most Fridays)

Dates: June 8 to July 29, 2011

Ages/Grades: 5 to 18 (Children

must be age 5 by June 1, 2011)

Cost: $15 or $40 depending

upon site selected

Requirements of Campers: Must wear

tennis shoes and meet age requirements.

Activities Included: Tennis, life skills

and healthy living instruction Free

participation in the National Arthur Ashe

Essay and Art contest and in NJTL's

reading contest NJTL offers low-cost

tennis instruction to youth of all ability

levels Classes are held twice per week

nJTL offers low-cost tennis instruction

to youth of all ability levels Classes are

held twice per week for one hour, with

matches played most Fridays Free T-shirt

and loaner racquets provided Classes

are held at multiple Indy Park and public

school locations 2010 schedule will be

available April 1st at www.indynjtl.org

THE ORcHARD ScHOOL

615 W 64th St gbievenour@orchard.

com, Indianapolis, IN 46260

Contact: Jane Gailey /

Summer Camp Manager

Phone: 317-713-5970

Fax: 317-253-9707

Email: jgailey@orchard.org

www.orchard.org

Gender of Campers: Co-ed

Type of Camp: Day

Basic Category: Traditional

Hours: 7am-6pm

Dates: June 6- July 29

Ages/Grades: ages 4 and up

Cost: Varies

we offer a wide array of camps Camps are 1/2 day and full day week long options Before/

After care available Some camps offer field trips

SHORTEE'S GOLF cAMP

1775 E 96th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240 Contact: Don Turchan

Phone: (317) 582-1850 Fax: (317) 582-0145 Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Basic Category: Sports Financial Aid Offered: No Hours: Weekday mornings - See website for start times.

Dates: Week long camps beginning week of June 6th through week of August 1st See website for details.

Ages/Grades: Little Linkers 4-6, Junior Camp 7-14 Cost: Little Linkers $80, Junior Camp $125

Activities Included: Daily on course play combined with instruction on driving range, putting green and chipping green

Shortee’s 5 day Junior Golf Camps will offer a safe and fun way for kids to learn and practice the game of golf our instructional staff will help formulate a golf swing to meet the needs of each student

we will focus on the Fundementals of golf including games and contests

TRADERS POINT cREAMERY FARM cAMP

9101 Moore Road, Zionsville, IN 46077 Contact: Amy Rhodes

Phone: 317-733-1700 Fax: 317-733-1776 Email: Camp@tpforganics.com

www.traderspointcreamery.com

Gender of Campers: Co-ed Type of Camp: Day Basic Category: Animals, Traditional

Special Needs Camps Offered:

Yes (During everyday camps) Hours: 9:00am-3:30pm Dates: June 13-16(1st-fourth grades) July 11 - 14 (5th-8th grades) August 8 - 11 (1st-4th grades) Ages/Grades: 6 - 10yrs / 11 - 15yrs Cost: $275* (*Option $75 extra for

1 overnight - July camp only) Activities Included: cow milking, collecting eggs, feeding chickens and pigs, hiking, creek stomping, ecological crafts, games

Farm Camp invites children to participate

in activities that awaken the senses and encourage the understanding of what

it means to be "sustainable" while working and playing in nature on an organic dairy farm, children become more aware of the connection between humans and the web of life

ResidentialTHE HOwE ScHOOL SUMMER cAMP

PO Box 240, Howe, IN 46746 Contact: Charles Grady, Director Phone: 260-562-2131

Fax: 260-562-3678 Email: cgrady@thehoweschool.org

www.thehoweschool.org

Gender of Campers: Both All-Boy and All-Girl Type of Camp: Residential Basic Category: Academic/Pre-college Specific Categories: Education Hours: Any time

Dates: boys (June 19 - July 29) girls (July 31 - Aug 5)

Ages/Grades: 9 through 15 Cost: boys (3-wks $2100, 6-wks

$3500) girls ($500) Requirements of Campers:

be ready to have fun Activities Included: Rifle, ropes course, repelling, archery, boating, canoeing,

sports, hiking, nature study, games, physical fitness, camp newsletter, and crafts

The Howe Summer Camp has three and six-week boy s residential program and a one-week girl s program The boys camp offers leadership, education and discipline, including rifle, archery, swimming, canoeing, physical training, ropes course, repelling, crafts, horsemanship, and games Girls camp offers leadership, skills necessary for young women to succeed in today s careers, including team building, culinary arts, scrapbooking, crafts, ropes and obstacle course and repelling

Day & ResidentialHOOSIERSPORTScAMPS.cOM

PO Box 7303, Bloomington, IN 47407 Contact: John Decker

Phone: 812-345-7759 Email: info@hoosiersportscamps.com Gender of Campers: Both All-Boy and All-Girl Type of Camp: Residential

Basic Category: Sports Special Needs Camps Offered: N/A Financial Aid Offered: N/A Hours: Varies depending on sport Dates: Varies; various IU sports camps take place from June-July

Ages/Grades: 6-18 Cost: $40-$900 Requirements of Campers: Open

to Any and All Entrants Activities Included: Boys Basketball;

Boys & Girls Golf; Girls Soccer; Boys Soccer; Softball; Boys & Girls Swimming; Girls Tennis; Boys Tennis; Volleyball

Iu's sports coaches invite you to Bloomington this summer to learn your sport, improve your skills, and make new friends! no matter what your skill level, take this opportunity to learn from some of the country's best coaches and use Iu's facilities! Both Day and overnight Camps available

30 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2011

summer reading

The branches of the Indianapolis Marion County Public Library

(IMCPL) are a great place to escape the summer heat Parents can

visit any branch to sign their children up for the Science odyssey:

2011 Summer Reading Program The program runs June 6 to

August 1 Children of all ages, teens and families are invited to

have fun reading (or being read to), while earning points that can

be exchanged for great prizes

IMCPL also offers its Summer Showtime series, which provides

children a break from their outdoor escapades The series features

popular movies like, “How to Train your Dragon”, “Tangled” and

“Megamind”, this free movie series offers something for everyone

In keeping with the Science odyssey theme of this year’s reading

program, IMCPL will also offer a series of science workshops this

summer with programs such as, It’s a Gas! presented by nitro Joe

and the Amazing Magnet workshop, presented by Mad Science of

north Central Indiana Children are sure to be entertained and

educated at the same time with these programs

Additional programs ranging from, wild About Animals:

Live Animal Shows! to kite making and pottery workshops

for kids are also available throughout the summer All

programs are free of charge and open to the general public

Visit www.imcpl.org for a complete calendar of summer

events and to find a branch near you

dinner and a movie

For a break the whole family can get on board with, try a

movie and a meal with the kids at the Cinema Grill, which

features family friendly shows every week

Ron Hahn, owner and operator of Cinema Grill, said, “This

summer's blockbusters like ‘Kung Fu Panda 2’, ‘Pirates of the

Caribbean: on Stranger Tides’ and ‘Cars 2’ will give

moviegoers a great reason to get out of the heat this summer.”

Cinema Grill will show these movies opening weekend and

at a discounted price Add a meal by checking out the kids selections, or share one of the hand made pizzas and you’ll never look at dining out with the family quite the same way again

Visit www.cinemagrill.com for a list of show times.

get Creative

If it’s creativity you are after, stop in at The Creative Escape, Carmel’s original paint-your-own-pottery studio located just north of 116th street on Rangeline Road walk-ins are welcome and no experience is necessary

The Creative Escape’s staff can assist you in creating your own personal work of art There are no studio fees, which allows ample time to cool down in the relaxing studio environment and let your creative juices flow And the options extend beyond pottery painting with offerings such as Mosaics and classes in Glass Fusing and Pottery wheel Visit www.thecreativeescape.com

for a list of store hours, classes and special events

Keep the younger set from getting overheated by visiting Peewinkles Puppet Studios for a performance of their

"Summertime Cabaret", running June 30 to August 4 Ideal for ages 2 to 8, this wonderful variety show with trick marionettes is sure to please with optional post-show workshops available, your kids can become a part of the puppet action Visit /www.peewinklespuppets.com for a

complete list of show times

get active indoors

want to get out of the sun, but still keep your kids physically active? Climb Time Indy brings outdoor fun inside by offering more than 8,500 square feet of rock climbing surface Difficulty levels range from very easy to moderate to extremely difficult and the routes are changed weekly in order to ensure there is always something new to challenge you

Climb Time Indy’s Kids Club is a great way for kids to get involved with the sport of rock climbing The Kids Club allows kids to get coaching on a weekly basis to help build rock climbing skills and confidence Visit www.climbtimeindy.

com for more information on hours and programs available.

If you prefer to keep your feet planted firmly on solid ground, sign up with one of four Royal Pin Bowling Centers

in Indianapolis: Expo Bowl, western Bowl, woodland Bowl, and Southern Bowl, all of which are participating in the Kids Bowl Free program This program is designed to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer

Children ages 14 and under are eligible to register for two free games a day (standard shoe rental rates apply), all summer long, courtesy of Royal Pin and Kids Bowl Free Visit http://www.royalpin.com to find a

participating Royal Pin near you and sign up for this fantastic summer program

And when it’s a variety of activity you need to match the varying interests of your family members, look no further than Snapperz Family Fun & Sports Snapperz is 34,000 sqaure feet of fun! your kids can play on a four story Soft Play unit, Themed Inflatables, an 18 foot Climbing Tower, two Bungee-Trampolines, Mini Bowling, Themed Laser Tag and Laser Frenzy as well as Bumper Cars There is also a great Toddler Area for the little ones

There are more than 50 arcade and redemption games and great food at Snapperz Cafe Definitely something for everyone, all under one roof! Please note, as of May 31, the current Snapperz location on Sunnyside Drive will be closing and Snapperz will reopen at their new Carmel location on June 15 Visit www.snapperzfun.com for

more information

So get outside and enjoy the summer – let your kids run and splash and play But when the temperatures heat up and the air-conditioning beckons, rest assured that does not mean the fun has to end!

KAREN RING is the mom of two very energetic boys and is always looking for ways to keep them busy

e’ve weathered the ice and snow of winter, the torrential rains of spring, and just when it seemed we would never get outside again, summer and all its glorious sunshine has arrived!

Indianapolis is home to countless outdoor entertainment options and green spaces to run and play, but there will inevitably be those days when your children’s skin begins to look just a little too pink and you’re bombarded with chants of, “It’s just too hot…” and it is time to head back indoors But never fear, for there are plenty of alternatives that will keep your kids (and you!) entertained while taking a break from the sun

summer Fun

to beat the summer heat

when the temperatures heat up and the

air-conditioning beckons, rest assured that

does not mean the fun has to end!

Cinema Grill is Indy's only venue where

you can enjoy 1st run movies and great

food served right to your table by a friendly

staff Cinema Grill can also host your next

"stress free" children's birthday party See

cinemagrillonline.net for more details

Cool, Relaxing Summer Fun! we are

Carmel’s original Paint-your-own-Pottery

studio we also have Camps, Classes,

Mosaics, Glass Fusing, and Heirloom

Silver Jewelry we have no studio fees

so take as long as you want or make it

a work in progress for up to 90 days

THE cHILDREN'S MUSEUM

to the exquisite, five-story Fireworks of Glass sculpture by renowned artist Dale Chihuly

And this June look for our newest exhibit, national Geographic Treasures of the Earth

EITELJORG MUSEUM

OF AMERIcAN INDIANS AND wESTERN ART

500 W Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204Phone: 317-636-WEST (9378)

www.eiteljorg.org/

The Eiteljorg Museum is the only museum of its kind in the Midwest, and one of only two museums east of the Mississippi that showcase both native American and western art, culture and history Come and visit the nEw R.B Annis western Family Experience!

There are many hands on activities that are fun for the whole family Visitors will find answers and clues as they explore four western locations in the newly-developed R.B.Annis western Family Experience in the nina Mason Pulliam Education Center

PEEwINKLE'S PUPPET STUDIO

25 E Henry Street, Indianapolis, IN 46143Phone: 317-917-9454

www.peewinklespuppets.com/

This charming old world style, 50 seat puppet theatre is just a few blocks south of Circle Center in downtown Indianapolis

Ideal for school groups, scouts, birthday parties and reserved parties Peggy Melchior, Debbi white and Heidi Shackleford,

of MMHP Puppet Productions Inc.,

present captivating creative puppet shows for children, puppet making day camps and workshops Handicapped accessible

SNAPPERZ FAMILY FUN AND SPORTS

14455 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel, IN 46032Contact: Nancy NiemanPhone: 317-815-4800

Website: www.snapperzfun.com

Dates/Hours: Mon-Thurs 12-8pm; Friday 12-9pm; Saturday 10-9pm; Sunday 12-6pmSnapperz is MoVInG to Clay Terrace in Carmel!! Snapperz Family Fun & Sports

is THE ultimate place for family fun!

Featuring bowling, lazer tag, climbing tower, bumper cars, games, food and more! Great place for birthday parties, corporate and group parties

There's something fun for everyone at Snapperz Family Fun & Sports!

INDIANA STATE MUSEUM

650 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204Phone: 317-232-1637

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