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Protection

Protection your children from lead in toys by overseas manufacturers; buy American made toys.

Kidsneedprotection.org
As seen on the Montel Williams TV talk show. helping to protect children, educate the public,and keeping children safe. wont you please help us?

Smokey the Bear

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In 1952 Steve Nelson and Jack Rollins wrote the anthem that would cause a debate among Smokey enthusiasts for the next several decades. In order to maintain the correct rhythm, the writers added a "the" between "Smokey" and "Bear." As testament to the song's popularity, Smokey Bear became known as "Smokey The Bear" to many adoring fans, but in actuality his name never changed, and he is still known correctly as Smokey Bear.

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Cooper's Ark Farm: 145 Ark Lane; Schoharie, NY 12157; www.coopersarkfarm.com; Nestled along the Schoharie Creek, Cooper’s Ark Farm is 15 Acres of Family Fun. We are a New York State Agritourism destination offering an educational, “hands on” or “hands off”, farm tour. Take a free haywagon ride out to our new barn and meet all the different animals. Special attention to the handicapped. Only $6 admission per person, includes hayride. Pony rides and grain extra.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ulster County, Inc.: bigbrotherbigsister@hvc.rr.com; Ellenville Community Activity Center; 1 Bogardus Place; PO Box 44; Ellenville, NY 12428; 845-647-1279; Description:: Big Brothers Big Sisters has been the nation's preeminent youth-service organization for nearly a century. Our service is based on our volunteers. We have a proven success in creating and nurturing relationships between adults and children and we are now have programs up and running in the Ellenville area.; Little Moments. Big Magic. Big Brothers and Big Sisters are, foremost, friends to children: They share everyday activities, expand horizons, and experience the joy in even the simplest events. Within those little moments lies the big magic that a Big Brother or Big Sister brings to the life of a young person.; Professionals in youth development support these individual, responsible relationships. And national research has shown that the shared experiences between Bigs and Littles have a direct and lasting impact on children's lives. A Big can help a child discover a world of possibilities and opportunities simply by being a genuine friend.; Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is something that almost anyone can do. The only requirement is a willingness to make a new friend and a desire to share some fun with a young person. Our volunteers consistently say that being part of BBBS match is as enjoyable and fulfilling for them as it is for their Littles.

Caricatures By A Cartoon For You!: P.O. Box 1272; Port Ewen, NY 12466; (845) 339-1690; email: acartoonforyou@yahoo.com; Description: Artful Caricature Portraits Drawn at Parties and Special Events For Adults and Children

One of a Kind: 3 Hool Road; Poughkeepsie, NY 12601; 845-485-2648; email: neeta@guptakin.zzn.com; Description: Tutoring Services: Experienced tutor available for elementary school children. Reasonable rates and flexible hours.

ParenTeen: Email: pams@parenteen.net; Wappingers Falls, NY 12590; (845) 463-2667; Support Group for parents of teenagers & young adults

The Uncle Brothers: (Danny Quinn & Tom Gardner); P.O. Box 156; Orangeburg, NY 10962; 845-365-2484; The Uncle Brothers parent-friendly family shows are upbeat and fun. You might say a cross between Jimmy Buffett and The Smothers Brothers. For schools they focus on character education themes and their messages resonate with teachers and principals with themes like; anti smoking and drugs, respect, conflict resolution, and others.

Woodstock Wonderworks (playground): at the Woodstock Elementary School; Woodstock, NY

Arts & Sports Children's Center: Woodstock, NY; Rt 212; 845-246-0733

Mid-Hudson Children's Museum: 75 North Water Street; Poughkeepsie, NY 12601; 845-471-0589; More than 50 educational activity centers. Open year-round, daily except Monday

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The Woodstock School of Art

The Unison Center New Paltz - Young artist series. 845-255-1559

Places for the Family

American Museum Of Fire-Fighting: Harry Howard Ave; Hudson, NY; 518-828-7695; Firefighting equipment, memorabilia.

Bailiwick Ranch: Castle Rd. (off Rt. 32); Catskill; 518-678-5665; Scenic mountain and all-day trail and riding trips, lessons, boarding

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Catskill Mt. Railroad: Rt. 28, Mt. Pleasant; 845-688-7400; Scenic train rides along Esopus Creek from Mt. Pleasant to Phoenicia weekends and holidays

Delaware & Ulster Rail Ride: Arkville, NY; 800-225-4132.; One hour excursion rail ride on historic route through Catskills. Gift shop, snack caboose, picnic area. For schedule of "train robberies" and other special events.

Ice Caves Mountain: Route 52; Ellenville, NY; 845-647-7989; National landmark. Scenic views, self-guided nature hikes `til Nov.; mini-golf.

Kaatskill Kaleidoscope: at Catskill Corners; Rt. 28; Mt. Tremper; 845-688-5300; World's largest kaleidoscope and multi-media extravaganza. Open daily 11-7

Mid-Hudson Children's Museum: 75 North Water Street; Poughkeepsie, NY 12601; 845-471-0589; More than 50 educational activity centers. Open year-round, daily except Monday

New York Renaissance Faire: Rt. 17A, Sterling Forest, Tuxedo; 845-351-5171; July 27-Sept. 15, weekends only; Rre-creation of 16th c. English country faire; costumed performers; crafts, games, food and drink

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome: off Rt. 9, Rhinebeck; (845) 758-8610; Pioneer, World War I and Lindbergh era aircraft. Weekend airshows at 2 p.m. June 17-Oct. 15. Museum open daily, rides available.

Olde Rip's Fun & Games: 994 Rt. 9G at S. Cross Rd., Hyde Park; 1-888-229-FUNN; Family entertainment center, mini-golf, batting cages, laser tag, fun arcade, basketball shoot, fun food

Splashdown: Rt. 9, Fishkill; (845) 896-6606; Waterslides, bumper boats, miniature golf, snack bar

Sports Connection: Washington Ave; Saugerties, NY; 845-246-4501; Go Carts, Batting facilities,mini-golf

TSX Skate Shop and Skate Park: 744 Ulster Ave; Kingston, NY 12481; 845.339.2500

Wildlife Discovery Center: Rt. 28; Kingston; 845-338-6680; Museum quality exhibits of wildlife including reptiles, small mammals, insects, birds, amphibians. Hands-on exploration center

Zoom Flume Aquamusement Park: Shady Glen Road, off Rt. 145; East Durham, NY; 518-239-4559; Water slide, bumper boats, restaurant

Paper Snow Flakes
Snowflakes FREE! The best free paper snowflake patterns available anywhere (nearly 300 patterns)! Many designed using photographs of actual ice crystals from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. . EDUCATIONAL! Used by parents, teachers and children worldwide!

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Study Web

Visit Theodore Tugboat! An interactive story, a coloring book, and if you leave your address
Theodore will send you a postcard!

Sending postcards is fun!
Here's a place to send 'em from the Web!

The Exploratorium in San Francisco is
another great science site.

A very good listing of sites for both kids and adults is
The Kids on the Web

As long as your kids are online, they might as well learn some stuff about safety
Safety tips for kids, the interactive way

Want to help your own kids get their work published on the Web?
Here's a place to do it

No one know more about how to make kids feel confident and happy than
Mr. Rogers

Now there's a Yahoo
just for kids!!

Organizations

CHADD (Children with Attentional Deficit Disorder): 499 NW 70th Avenue, Suite 109; Plantation, FL 33317; 305-587-3700

Council for Exceptional Children: 1920 Association Drive; Reston, VA 22091; 703-620-3666

Federation for Children with Special Needs: 95 Berkeley Street; Boston, MA; 617-482-2915

Learning Disability Association of America: 4156 Library Road; Pittsburgh, PA 15234; 412-341-1515

Office of Special Education Programs: Department of Education; 400 Maryland Avenue, SW; Switzer Building, Room 3615; Washington, DC 20202-2720; 202-205-8825

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