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EOG, What a shame!

Recently, I was called by a parent about her child and how he failed the NC end of grade tests. The child was devastated, and to make matters worse, he had to take it again! For many in this position, it is easy to see how the retake seems like a punishment to the child, not to mention hopeless. The child unfortunately failed the retake as well. He has ADHD and he has struggled with standardized testing since he was able to take the tests.

To make matters worse, the child was told he…

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Added by Success4School, Jill Cassone on June 4, 2012 at 3:14am — No Comments

Safe Kids North Carolina Will Bake S'mores Inside a Car to Demonstrate Hyperthermia Dangers

In 2010, more than 49 children died while alone in vehicles. According to Kelly Ransdell of Safe Kids North Carolina, many parents don’t realize that kids can die of hyperthermia if left alone in vehicles when temperatures outside are as low as 70 degrees. In an effort to increase awareness of the dangers of vehicular hyperthermia, Safe Kids… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on May 27, 2011 at 3:00pm — No Comments

BounceU of Apex Teams Up With the Carolina RailHawks to Sponsor Fun Zone

BounceU of Apex, a full-service inflatable entertainment center owned by Tony Chang at 3419 Apex Peakway in…

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Added by Elizabeth Shugg on May 25, 2011 at 7:00am — No Comments

Families Can Celebrate the Season in Style with Margaux’s 19th Annual Easter Luncheon

(Raleigh, N.C.) North Raleigh icon Margaux’s Restaurant is hosting a special holiday event for diners who want to celebrate with family and friends in style with its 19th Annual Easter Luncheon April 24 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

An incredible three-course Prix Fixe menu features an exploration of amazing flavor combinations for just $29.95 per person, with a kids menu available for only $10.95.

“It’s rewarding to see all the families with relatives in from out-of-town come relax… Continue

Added by David Menzies on April 14, 2011 at 1:10pm — No Comments

National Geographic Explorer Helen Thayer Returns to Museum of Life and Science in Durham May 9

National Geographic explorer Helen Thayer, is returning to the Museum of Life and Science on Sunday, May 9 at 12:30 p.m. to share stories and photographs from her latest journey: “Walking Africa…Exploration of Africa’s Cultures and Wildlife.” Helen and her husband, Bill, walked 7,000 miles across Africa's Sahara Desert, the Atlas Mountains and the vast Serengeti plains, while living with the Maasai,… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on April 23, 2010 at 10:04am — No Comments

Celebrate the Grand Opening of the N.C. Museum of Art's New Gallery Building THIS Weekend!

What: A Celebration of North Carolina Arts

When: SATURDAY, APRIL 24, 10 AM–10:30 PM and SUNDAY, APRIL 25, 10 AM–5 PM

Experience the spectacular new gallery building, and join us in celebrating North Carolina’s rich array of arts and culture. Musicians, artists, dancers, and craftspeople will create unforgettable festivities, including performances, lectures, hands-on…

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Added by Elizabeth Shugg on April 23, 2010 at 10:00am — No Comments

Summer Camp Registration Now Open at the N.C. Museum of History

Just in from the N.C. Museum of History:

“I tell everyone and anyone who will listen about your fabulous camps!” — parent of 2009 camp participant

It’s one thing to read about history, but it’s quite another to experience it. Summer campers can do just that at the… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on March 28, 2010 at 11:00am — No Comments

Abandoned Bear Cub Gets New Home at Museum of Life and Science in Durham

Just in from the Museum of Life and Science:

(JANUARY 6, 2009 - DURHAM - NC) Yona the abandoned bear will get a new home at the Museum of Life and Science this month. Currently she is in the care of Appalachian Bear Rescue (ABR) in Tennessee, an organization that rehabilitates orphaned and injured bears for release to the wild. Yona will begin her journey to the Museum on January 15, weather permitting, and will remain in quarantine for… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on January 7, 2010 at 5:00pm — No Comments

Bears on Ice at the Museum of Life and Science in Durham

Just in from the Museum of Life and Science:

(JANUARY 7, 2009 – DURHAM) Visitors to the Museum of Life and Science in Durham witnessed a remarkable view yesterday. “It was breath taking to watch the bears on ice,” commented a visitor. Despite the winter freeze, the bears seem to be “bearing” the cold. Greg Dodge, a museum ranger captured images of the bears exploring their frozen… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on January 7, 2010 at 4:00pm — No Comments

Museum of Life and Science Santa Train Tickets Sell Out in Record Time

Just in from the museum's press office: “We are grateful for the community’s response to this year’s Santa Train fundraiser. Tickets are sold out,” said Laura Hayden, Santa Train organizer and the director of the annual fund. Tickets went on-sale to Museum members on November 16, and to the public yesterday. Nearly 8000 tickets were sold out by 9:30 this morning.

“Last year we sold out in two weeks. That’s why we added more trains this year, totaling 400 more seats for the event. We… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on November 19, 2009 at 1:49pm — No Comments

Artwork by Charles Dickens Collaborators on View in Honor of PlayMakers’ Production of Nicholas Nickleby

In conjunction with PlayMakers Repertory Company’s production "The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby" (November 11 – December 20, 2009), the Ackland Art Museum in Chapel Hill will present "The Illustrated World of Charles Dickens" (November 4 – December 6, 2009), a selection of original drawings, illustrations, and prints that illuminate the early Victorian world and literary culture of Dickens’ England.

Drawn entirely from the Museum’s permanent collection, the installation… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on November 1, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

News From Our Sports TRACKer, Kurt Dusterberg

I wanted to share our Sports TRACKer Kurt Dusterberg's upcoming book signing at All Booked Up in Apex with all of you. I highly recommend his book, "Journeymen: 24 Bittersweet Tales of Short Major League Sports Careers" for the sports fans on your holiday shopping list. Check out the details on our calendar posting of this event… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on October 27, 2009 at 1:00pm — No Comments

PAGE Super Saturday is Nov. 7; Event Treats Gifted K-8 Students to Challenging, Interactive Courses

Partners for the Advancement of Gifted Education (PAGE) of Wake County will sponsor its biannual Super Saturday event Nov. 7 at N.C. State University’s Talley Student Center. The event consists of courses covering a variety of academic subjects, which are offered in the morning from 10 a.m. to noon and in the afternoon from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Many students participate in both sessions, while others attend whichever session fits into their… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on October 14, 2009 at 10:00am — No Comments

NC Museum of History Will Reward 100,000th Visitor to 'Knights of the Black Flag' Exhibit Saturday

This weekend, the NC Museum of History anticipates that the 100,000th visitor will enter the popular exhibit Knights of the Black Flag at the N.C. Museum of History in Raleigh. The exhibit opened March 6, 2009, and will run through Jan. 3, 2010.

Museum staff members (and a pirate!) will recognize some lucky visitor, who will receive a bounty of prizes.

When: Saturday, Oct. 10, between 1 and 2 p.m.

Where: The… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on October 9, 2009 at 2:59pm — No Comments

N.C. Museum of History Presents a "Government Matters! Education Forum" for Middle and High Schoolers

The N.C. Museum of History will present a "Government Matters! Education Forum" for middle and high schoolers Oct. 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. Here are the details we received from the museum:

Should your town enforce curfews for teenagers? Do you want more green space in your neighborhood? Five representatives from towns in Wake County will discuss these and other issues during the 2009 Education Forum, part of the program Government Matters! for middle- and high-school students, at the… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on October 3, 2009 at 6:00am — No Comments

Check out the Hollywood Special Effects at the Museum of Life and Science Sept. 12

From a museum press statement:

Some of Hollywood’s finest are visiting the Museum of Life and Science on Saturday, September 12 to share with visitors the science behind the movie making industry. “This is the only event of its kind in North Carolina,” says Shawntel Landavazo, event organizer and Museum employee.

The event features a variety of high-profile companies and individuals that have worked behind the scenes in the film… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on September 4, 2009 at 11:30am — No Comments

BugFest 2009 at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Explores the Land of Lepidoptera

From the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences: Hey waiter. Where can I go to guarantee a fly in my soup? BugFest 2009 of course! The biggest bug-centric festival in the country ― only at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in downtown Raleigh, Saturday, September 12, 9am–9pm. FREE.

This year’s event features Lepidopterans, the order of insects that includes more than 180,000 species of moths and butterflies. Special… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on September 4, 2009 at 6:00am — No Comments

NC Museum of Art Building Will Temporarily Close Sept. 7 Through April 2010

On Monday, September 7, the existing North Carolina Museum of Art building will temporarily close through April 2010, as the museum's staff begins moving nearly 800 works of art into the new galleries and renovations to the existing lobby commence. For the safety of visitors and protection of the collection, the building cannot remain open during these critical operations. The 164-acre Museum Park will remain open during regular… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on September 1, 2009 at 6:00am — No Comments

Get Ready for the 'Wizards of Waverly Place' Movie Debut Friday, Aug. 28

"Wizards of Waverly Place" fans only have to wait a few more days for the release of the series' movie this Friday, Aug. 28, at 8 p.m. on the Disney Channel. Watch the trailer here, and don't forget to set your digital recorders!

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Added by Elizabeth Shugg on August 25, 2009 at 11:35am — No Comments

A Touching Father-Daughter Book Based on "King of the World" Song

A beautiful song by the Christian rock band Point of Grace titled "King of the World" has direct ties to a new children's book titled… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Shugg on August 24, 2009 at 5:30am — 2 Comments

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It's really me Kelli. Somebody hacked my old email k1rubino@yahoo.com Anyway, glad to be back! WOW what a new format. Where are the rest of the mom's and dad's? Anybody home school in the RTP area? Will try to upload some recent photo's. My last…Continue