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The Story of Miss Grace


A mom spreading awareness about Melanoma/Skin cancer

May is melanoma/skin cancer awareness month. For us, we are aware of it on a daily basis.

I took Grace (our youngest of 3 kids) to see her doctor about a bump on her arm. Everyone kept telling us it was nothing more than a wart. I'm no doctor but it was really bothering me and I had never seen a wart grow like this was. It was obviously bothersome to her because she was picking at it and this caused it to bleed.

The nurse practitioner agreed ...


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Wildlife Weekend

Join the movement! Macaroni Kid is helping Dawn educate more than 2 million kids this spring about the issues affecting wildlife, from oil spills to backyard ecosystems. Check out the FREE, downloadable lesson plans and experiments for teachers and parents. The fun doesn't end in the classroom – you'll also find FREE "Wildlife Weekend" family activities that you can do in your own backyard.

To continue Dawn's 30+ year commitment to preserving wildlife, Dawn worked with their partners at The Marine Mammal Center and International Bird Rescue to ...

Kids Bowl Free!


Select bowling centers and schools around the country are participating in the second annual Kids Bowl Free program. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer.

Children whose age does not exceed a limit by a participating bowling center are eligible to register for 2 free games a day, all summer long, courtesy of the participating bowling centers along with the schools and organizations.

Below are the Bowling Centers in ...


This Week's Picks:


May 18th through May 19th

Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20 - Fiddler On The Roof

Johnny Dell and CENTERstage present the Tony Award winning show that’s brimming with love, laughter and a heartwarming score that includes “Tradition,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker,” “If I were a Rich Man,” and “Sunrise, Sunset.” Come be a part of this international musical theater tradition with book by Joseph Stein, music by Jerry Bock and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. Directed by Bill Ross (The Sound of Music).
Where: The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck
When: 8:00 PM (8 pm Fridays & Saturdays, 3pm Sunday)
Who: All ages
How: Just Show Up or call the box office at (845) 876-3080
Cost: Tickets  $26 Adults; $22 seniors & children
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Saturday, May 19 - Hudson Valley Pet Palooza

The Hudson Valley Pet Palooza is in it's fourth year!! Money raised by this event will go to several local animal rescue organizations. There will be a rabies clinic, micro-chipping, music, demonstrations, food, and many local pet care businesses plus much, much more!! Fun for the whole family !! (inlcuding your leashed pets!!!)
Where: Duchess County Fairgrounds 6550 Spring Brook Avenue Rhinebeck , NY
When: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Tickets - $10.00 Children under 12 are free!! 
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This Week's Calendar:


May 17th through May 22nd

Thursday, May 17 - Barnes and Noble's Thursday Morning Story Time

Join Miss Carrie for a delightful morning of stories, music, singing, dancing and craft activities for children of all ages. Bring your camera along and snap a picture with our famous storytime bookseller.
Where: Barnes and Noble 2518 South Rd (Rt 9) Poughkeepsie
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Free
For more info: www.barnesandnoble.com or call 845-485-2224
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Thursday, May 17 - T-Shirt Reconstruction

Bring one or more colored, un-striped t-shirt(s) that can be redesigned into another style. .
Where: Adriance Library - Cavallaro Children's Program Room (Second Floor)  93 Market St Poughkeepsie
When: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Who: For grades 5-8
How: Contact: Children's Room Service Desk (845) 485-3445 x3320 youthevents@poklib.org
Cost: Free
For more info: www.poklib.org
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Thursday, May 17 - Kids Gaming

Come play Wii or Xbox video games on a huge projection screen. We'll provide board games as well.
Where: Adriance Library - JLP Pre-Schooler Learning Center (Second Floor)  93 Market St Poughkeepsie
When: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Who: Grades 1-5.
How: Contact: Children's Room Service Desk (845) 485-3445 x3320 youthevents@poklib.org
Cost: Free
For more info: www.poklib.org
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Friday, May 18 - Fun Fridays

Join us after school for a different fun activity for you and your friends on Friday afternoons.
Where: Adriance - Children's Room Story Nook (Second Floor) 93 Market St Poughkeepsie
When: 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Who: Elementary School age
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Free!
For more info: www.poklib.org
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Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20 - Hudson Valley Fair

Bring the family to the Fair! There is plenty to see and do including a huge carnival midway, delicious food, games, and live entertainment and shows including Sandlofer’s Wild West Show, Lance Gifford’s Magic Show, and many more!

Free daily Entertainment including Magic of Lance Gifford & Company, The Wild Wolves Show, The Animals that Built America Show, The Old West Theatre’s Vaudeville-show, The Great American Frontier Show- featuring an award winning rider performing death defying feats on a galloping horse, sheep, dog & cow milking demonstrations, & a free petting zoo.
Where: Dutchess Stadium 1500 Rt. 9D Wappingers Falls
When: 5:00 PM (Fridays: 5:00pm - close, Saturdays: 12:00PM - close, Sundays: 12:00PM - close)
Who: All ages!
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Admission: $3.00 with 2-for-1 coupon available by clicking here!
($6.00 without a coupon)
Children ages 2 and under are admitted free!
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Saturday, May 19 - Fun Fridays

Learn how to create your own sushi.
Where: Adriance -  Adriance - Kitchen/Staff Room 93 Market St Poughkeepsie
When: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Teens 13-18
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Free!
For more info: www.poklib.org
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Saturday, May 19 - Family Free Night at the Mid-Hudson Children's Museum

All visitors are free during this time!  
Where: The Mid-Hudson Children's Museum 75 North Water St Poughkeepsie      
When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: All ages!
How: Just show up!
Cost: Free!
For more info: www.mhcm.org  
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Monday, May 21 - Tween Gaming

Come play Wii or Xbox video games on a huge projection screen. We'll provide board games as well.
Where: Adriance Library - Cavallaro Children's Program Room (Second Floor)  93 Market St Poughkeepsie
When: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Who: Grades 5-8
How: Contact: Children's Room Service Desk (845) 485-3445 x3320 youthevents@poklib.org
Cost: Free
For more info: www.poklib.org
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Tuesday, May 22 - Barnes and Noble's Tuesday Morning Story Time

Join Miss Carrie for a delightful morning of stories, music, singing, dancing and craft activities for children of all ages. Bring your camera along and snap a picture with our famous storytime bookseller.
Where: Barnes and Noble 2518 South Rd (Rt 9) Poughkeepsie
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Free
For more info: www.barnesandnoble.com or call 845-485-2224
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Tuesday, May 22 - Lego Club

Bring your imaginations and we'll build from there. Parents welcome!
Where: Arlington Branch Library 504 Haight Ave Poughkeepsie
When: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Who: All kids who love Legos!
How: To register, contact Children's Room Service Desk (845) 485-3445 x3320 youthevents@poklib.org
Cost: Free!
For more info: www.poklib.org
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Tuesday, May 22 - Battle of the Books: We Want You!

Calling all kids in grades 5-8! Attend an informative recruitment meeting to become a part of PPLD's Battle of the Books Team. The "Battle of the Books" is a nationally recognized literature contest where you answer trivia questions based on specific books you've read. Learn more about this exciting book competition and check out some of the titles we'll be reading.
Where: Adriance Library - Teen Study Room (Second Floor)  93 Market St Poughkeepsie
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Grades 5-8
How: Call Youth Services Librarian Jolie Hamer-Conroy for more information at 485-3445 x3364
Cost: Free
For more info: www.poklib.org
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Tuesday, May 22 - Chess Nutz Chess Club

The Dover Library's chess club! Whether you know how to play chess or would just like to learn, just come on over! If you have a board, bring it along, but boards will be made available.
Where: Dover Plains Library 1797 Rt 22 Wingdale, NY
When: 6:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Free
For more info: http://dover.lib.ny.us
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Saturday, May 19 - Making Sushi

Learn how to create your own sushi.
Where: Adriance - Kitchen/Staff Room 93 Market St Poughkeepsie
When: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Teens 13-18
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Free!
For more info: www.poklib.org
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May 24th through May 27th

Thursday, May 24 - Barnes and Noble's Thursday Morning Story Time

Join Miss Carrie for a delightful morning of stories, music, singing, dancing and craft activities for children of all ages. Bring your camera along and snap a picture with our famous storytime bookseller.
Where: Barnes and Noble 2518 South Rd (Rt 9) Poughkeepsie
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Free
For more info: www.barnesandnoble.com or call 845-485-2224
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Friday, May 25 - Family Fishy Fun!

Come and see as we sein the river by dragging our 30' net along the river bottom. Make a fish rubbing, create an eel mobile and more!  
Where: The Mid-Hudson Children's Museum 75 North Water St Poughkeepsie      
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All ages!
How: Just show up!
Cost: Free!
For more info: www.mhcm.org  
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Saturday, May 26 - Lowe's Build and Grow - Ice Cream Truck

 Nothing says “summer” like ice cream! Your child will love building this Ice Cream Truck complete with stickers and paperboard cutouts! The first 50 kids to register and be present at the store at 10am will receive a kit, aprons and goggles.
Where: Any Lowes location - check their website for the store nearest to you.
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Kids in grades 1-5
Cost: Free!
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Sunday, May 27 - Bindlestick Bill

Call him "Bindlestick" for short. His original songs, containing educational concepts, are reminiscent of time gone by, blending folk, ragtime and a touch of the blues. Meet Bindlestick in our Children's Department and listen, laugh and learn.
Where: Barnes and Noble 2518 South Road, Poughkeepsie
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All ages!
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Free!
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Sunday, May 27 - Meet Children's Book Character Skippyjon Jones!

Join us upstairs in the Children's Department for a special Storytime with the beloved children's book character Skippyjon Jones!
Where: Barnes and Noble 2518 South Road, Poughkeepsie
When: 1:00 PM
Who: All ages!
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Free!
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It's Bug Season!

According to the National Pest Management Association, an unseasonably warm winter is expected to bring bugs and pests out of hibernation early this year, meaning we’re in store for prolonged mosquito season. Rather than turning to toxic bug sprays to fight against mosquito-borne viruses like West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), Mom’s everywhere can count on PIC® to help protect their families from dangerous mosquito bites with two unique products that provide maximum protection with all-natural ingredients that don’t need to be applied to skin.
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Easy Hot Fudge Chocolate Ice Cream Cake

My daughter begged for an ice cream cake this year for her birthday. My first thought was to hit Baskin Robbins but then she said she wanted hot fudge on it! So I whipped up this super easy Hot Fudge Chocolate Ice Cream Cake!

Here's what you will need:
Ice Cream in a rectangular box package
Cake
Bottle of store bought Hot Fudge

Step 1: Bake the cake as directed using a bread loaf pan. You will not use all of the cake mix! Pour batter into pan so ...


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