As a parent, there is one thing you should know about.  Charlie’s Soap.  For awhile I was using cloth diapers and used the powder laundry detergent, and with my order was a sample of this liquid soap.  I don’t know what it is made from, but it is pure magic.  My two-year-old colored permanent marker on my desk the other day and Voila – gone.  Soaked it for a few minutes with this soap and wiped it away.  I use it to clean my house, pre-treat laundry, clean outdoors – everything.  If I had a parent survival kit this would be the first thing I packed.  What would you pack?

To raise awareness that April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month A Safe Place is distributing informational sheets for parents and books called “My Body Belongs to Me.”  Much of the information can be found on the NSVRC Website.  If you would like a copy of the book, please contact A Safe Place Directly at 508-228-0561.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iYhCn0jf46U

NHA Spring Vacation Days Open to Community

NANTUCKET, MA – Looking for something to do with the kids during April school vacation week? The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) invites children (ages 3-11) and their caretakers to our Spring Vacation Days, a free program full of crafts and activities for the whole family. This program is offered daily from Monday, April 15 – Friday, April 19, 2013, 1:00 – 5:00 PM at the NHA Whaling Museum, Discovery Room at 13 Broad Street.

Spring Vacation Days feature afternoon activities that explore the history of Nantucket in fun and creative ways. Join the fun as the Discovery Room catches spring fever, with a different theme and corresponding take-home crafts daily, such as daffodils, bicycles, piping plovers, striper bass and osprey. This program is made possible by a generous grant from the Nantucket Golf Club Foundation and Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank Charitable Foundation Trust.

Spring Vacation Days is free for all children and their families. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, go to www.nha.org, or call508-228-1894.

###

The NHA’s mission is to preserve and interpret the history of Nantucket Island and foster an appreciation of its historic significance.

Here is a note from Kim Horyn – Autism Speaks Coordinator for Nantucket

In recognition of families touched by autism, we have scheduled numerous, free events throughout the month of April. Please join us.

April 2nd Wear Blue! And decorate your office, classroom or building with blue lights available at Marine Home Center.

Family Pizza Party, April 2nd, 5:00 – 6:30 pm, Foood for Here and There
Co-sponsored by Autism Speaks and Family Support Services
RSVP: khoryn@autismspeaks.org; 646.341.3043;khackett@mvcommunityservices.com

3-Time NYTimes Bestselling Author Lisa Genova Book Signing at the Nantucket Atheneum, Monday, April 8th; 6:30 pm; Co-sponsored by Autism Speaks, Family Support Services, Hope Dementia and Alzheimer Services, Inc., Nantucket Atheneum and Sherburne Commons

Flight Simulation with Cape Air, Sat, April 13th (Rain Date Sun April 14th); 10:00 – 11:30am – To familiarize children with the safety procedures for flying and tour the airport
Co-Sponsored with Cape Air; RSVP: khoryn@autismspeaks.org; 646.341.3043

Kids Drop-Off: Movie Date Noon, Monday, April 15th ; Starlight Theater: Movie TBA
Co-Sponsored by Autism Speaks and Family Support Services
RSVP: khoryn@autismspeaks.org; 646.341.3043; khackett@mvcommunityservices.com

Kids Drop-Off at Nantucket Atheneum Thursday, April 18th; 10:00 am – 11:30 am; Co-Sponsored by Autism Speaks, Family Support Services and Nantucket S.T.A.R. RSVP:tinas@nantucketstar.com; 508.325.5276;khoryn@autismspeaks.org; 646.341.3043

Stress Management Workshop April 17th; 6:30 – 8:30,
Sherburne Commons
Conducted by Phyllis Slattery; Light Refreshments Included
Co-Sponsored by Autism Speaks and Family Support Services;
RSVP: khoryn@autismspeaks.org; 646.341.3043; khackett@mvcommunityservices.com

Kids Drop-Off at the Nantucket Boys & Girls Club! Sun, April 28th, 12:00 – 2:00 pm; Lunch included; Parents always welcome, or take the much deserved time to yourselves
Co-Sponsored by Autism Speaks & Family Support Services; RSVP:khoryn@autismspeaks.org; khackett@mvcommunityservices.com

 
 Community Forum: Nantucket’s Isle Return Program, for those at risk of wandering, Mon, April 29th, 7:00 pm Community Room in the Public Safety Building; Co- Sponsored by Nantucket Fire Department and the Sheriff’s Department

Very best to all,
Kim Horyn, Director
khoryn@autismspeaks.org
646-341-3043
Nantucket Autism Speaks Resource Center

Almost every page has been updated.

Fancy.

Please share your thoughts.

Maria Mitchell Association

Ages 5-15 Days, Prices and Times Vary

MMA aims to provide hands-on learning opportunities that engage children, young adults, families, and adults in science.

Nantucket Community School – ACKventure Camp

Many Different Camps for various ages.  Prices vary

Artists Association Nantucket

Not yet announced for 2013

Strong Wings Adventure Camp
M-F Ages 5-15 $425-450/week
Over 4,000 children have attended Strong Wings summer camps since they began in 1993. We pride ourselves on our safe and high quality adventure classes, which offer countless learning opportunities for all participating students.

Nantucket Community Sailing

All ages – I believe there are only wait list spots available.  Though don’t give up hope!  We just got called from a wait list spot.

Little Explorers

Nantucket Boys and Girls Club

M-F $100/week 9-4PM Ages 7-14

The Nantucket Boys & Girls Club summer membership is offered for ages seven through fourteen. Programs run Monday through Friday

9:00 am – 4:00 pm. We offer an early drop off at 7:30 am at no additional charge to accommodate many of our working parents. Our 2013 summer program will begin June 24th and is offered for eight weeks, ending August 16th.

Members enjoy a variety of activities including kayaking, sailing, bike trips, beach picnics, field games, art, cooking, computer activities and much more!

Registration forms will be available Spring, 2013.

2013 Summer Membership Rates
Full Summer (8 weeks) $700.00
Weekly $100.00
Daily $25.00

Seafari Girls

M-Th $300/week Ages 6-12

Seafari girls is an all-girls year round program designed to give girls a chance to explore the natural beauty of Nantucket, understand the power of being a good friend, and tread lightly on the planet while broadening their horizons and leading them to become more thoughtful, responsible citizens.

Great Explorations

M-F 9-3 $285/week Ages 4-9

Located on the beautiful island of Nantucket, we offer children ages 4 through 9 the opportunity to attend a fun-filled camp that provides a sensible balance of sun and shade, romping and relaxing, learning, and just being silly. We are a small family-run camp owned and operated by Lizie Hagenstein, a local family therapist.

Please leave a comment if you would like me to add your Nantucket Summer Camp to our page!

Sunday
April 7th
11am-2pm
19 Nobadeer
Farm Road

Fun for kids of all ages!!
Carnival style games, pictures
taken in our carnival themed photo
room, prizes for every child, old
fashioned cake walk, crafts, bake
sale, lunch, and lots of balloons!