Ahhh summer … Picnics, graduation parties, weddings, backyard gatherings with neighbors. Children at home. ALL. DAY .LONG.  I am certain that my children don’t eat constantly at school, but in the summer, it seems that someone is always in the kitchen looking for food. Now that my children are teenagers, they are able to make …

A NEW, INCLUSIVE PLACE TO PLAY  As a special education teacher and administrator for more than twenty years, Kristen Bonn was often uncomfortable with the lack of opportunities for kids to play, especially children with disabilities.  “Play isn’t just fun; it’s how we learn, grow, and connect,” says Bonn. “It’s a universal language everyone should …

ONGOING  TUESDAYS–FRIDAYS  SCIENCE TOGETHER  Ithaca’s Sciencenter hosts its Science Together programs, which explore different science processes for children up to four years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and paid admission to the museum is required. The Sciencenter includes 250 interactive exhibits and seasonal outdoor science parks, mini-golf, as well as opportunities to …

When my kids were little, we were big Seabreeze fans. We’d arrive as soon as the gates opened, and then I would grab a reclining chair by the kiddie pool and “umbrella.” The kids would run in and out of the water coming over for snacks from the cooler or to beg for an ice …

Hey kids! Have you ever wanted to explore the wonders of nature with a local expert? Now’s your chance! Nestled in the town of Naples, in the heart of the Finger Lakes, is the Cumming Nature Center. Bring your parents and friends for a great time among the red pines and sugar maples.  The Forest …

A NOTE FROM CRAFTY CAT  Happy summer, crafty kids! This nifty leaf dish will remind you of summer all year long—even when the snow returns. You can use it as a trinket dish to hold your special treasures.  As always, please remember to ask an adult for permission before starting any craft or art project. …