As summer’s dog days approach, instead of lamenting about the end of a season of fun and sun, consider a get-together with family and friends by the pool or deck.
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By Karen Bloom
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8/7/13
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Carnival Day at Barrett Park
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It was no ordinary day of summer camp at Barrett Park on Aug. 2. The camp hosted its annual Carnival Day, featuring a dunk tank, bounce castle, face painting, a variety of games and more.
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8/7/13
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The most commonly repeated words you’ll hear in the next few days are “I can’t believe it’s August.” In my lifetime, summers have always gone by quickly, but as you get older, they go by even faster. This may not be the most memorable summer in history, but the world around us continues to be active and challenging.
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7/31/13
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The slogan of District 24 is “We know we can!” Teachers and administrators believe that every child can be successful, but sometimes they might need a little extra help to get there.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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7/31/13
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In the middle of summer, there aren’t many sounds in the hallways of most school buildings in the area as students and school officials prepare for a new academic year in September. But at two …
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By Brian Croce
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7/31/13
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Last week, 263 kids ages 4 to 12 filed into Bethlehem Assembly of God church on Fairview Avenue and started their morning with song, dance and worship.
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By Grace Poppe
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7/24/13
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It’s been an interesting year for District 13’s various summer programs, which are well under way at Howell Road School. But spirits are high despite a change in venue and some extremely hot weather.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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7/24/13
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It may be summer time, but the doors are open and lights are on at Clear Stream Avenue School. About 160 children are taking part in District 30’s summer academic program.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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7/24/13
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The Fruit Ninjas aren’t a group of highly-trained stealth fighters who promote healthy eating. They are an energetic bunch of 10- and 11-year-old boys who gather every weekday morning for good times at Barrett Park.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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7/18/13
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From the outside, Shaw Avenue School looks just about the same, but the inside is a very different story. Valley Stream’s largest elementary school is undergoing major construction this summer, as a new heating system is being installed in the building.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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7/17/13
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