This blog was written by my co-editor Cheryl Clemens: An interesting study has found that many children mistakenly interpret an angry dog’s bared teeth as a “doggy smile.” In fact, research that examined how children “scan” a dog’s face shows that younger children focus on the mouth and teeth, and that those under the age [...]
Archive for September, 2010
Children miss clues a dog might be dangerous
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010Baltimore Book Festival
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010Don’t miss this annual celebration of the literary arts in Mount Vernon Place in Baltimore Sept. 24 to 26. There will be storytellers, author signings, publishers, local bookstores, crafts, refreshments and entertainment. Visit www.baltimorebookfestival.com or call 1-877-BALTIMORE
Lemonade
Tuesday, September 21st, 2010My 5-year-old asked me last Saturday if he could have a lemonade stand. He wanted money to buy a new Lego set, he explained. I suggested it might be more lucrative to do chores for me since in our house, the kids can earn pebbles for good works, and when they fill a glass with [...]
Redskins corn maze at Summers Farm
Monday, September 20th, 2010Redskin fans, get ready! This fall, Summers Farm Adventure plans an expansive, specially themed cornfield with winding pathways depicting the spirit of the Washington Redskins football team. With three miles of engaging twists and turns among golden stalks of corn, the Redskin maze scores with football fans day and night. In fact, October nights present [...]
How to hack the homework
Monday, September 20th, 2010From what I’ve heard, I’m not the only one with a son going through a serious homework revolt. The meltdowns over homework last longer than the time it takes to actually do the homework. The other day my 5th grader was rolling around of the floor yelling “I hate science. I hate math — why [...]
Big Blow and the Bushwackers
Friday, September 17th, 2010Chesapeake Arts Center will present Big Blow and the Bushwackers as the first act for the Chesapeake Arts Center Family Concert Series and the Traditional and Folk Music Series on Sept. 18th. Big Blow and the Bushwackers is a band that blends world, folk, and comedy into a laugh-out-loud show for all ages. Ancient Icelandic [...]
African-American Cultural and Historical Festival
Thursday, September 16th, 2010Get ready to enjoy plenty of entertainment, historical exhibits and children’s activities at the African-American Cultural and Historical Festival Sept. 18 in the Towson Court Plaza. There will also be a health and wellness village, financial empowerment zone and more. www.aaculturalfestival.com 410-887-5557
Savor September
Thursday, September 16th, 2010Every year I totally forget how beautiful September is in Maryland. These past few days have just been amazing. It’s still warm enough during the day to wear shorts and flip flops — so it still feels like summer. But at night it’s cool and crisp so you can cozy up under a blanket to [...]
A teachable moment about sexual harassment
Wednesday, September 15th, 2010This blog is written by my co-editor Cheryl Clemens: I was shocked, SHOCKED, yesterday to hear the comments made about TV Azteca sports reporter Ines Sainz and the sexual harassment that allegedly occurred in the locker room of the New York Jets. Instead of focusing on the bad behavior of the athletes, the story turned [...]
Jewish Museum throws anniversary party for all
Tuesday, September 14th, 2010The Jewish Museum of Maryland will celebrate it 50th Anniversary with a neighborhood party on Sept. 19 from noon to 4 p.m. The party will take place on Lloyd and Watson Streets outside the museum’s Herbert Bearman Campus. The JMM’s three exhibition galleries, two in the museum building at 15 Lloyd Street, and the newest [...]