From juggling sports to meltdowns: Local parents, experts talk about navigating the toughest hours after school
Family Tides By Madison Russ It can be jarring when parents pick up their child from school or daycare, expecting hugs and a happy reunion, only to be met with tears. But this behavior, often called “after-school restraint collapse,” is pretty common. “Your child has...Events and Happenings
Multi-day Events ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’ Feb. 27-March 1 Gateway Playhouse, 738 Bay Ave., Somers Point Rediscover the true joy, innocence and humor of childhood through the eyes of the world’s most beloved underdog. “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” brings...
From Cub Scout to Eagle Scout, Joseph Szarzynski earns scouting’s highest honor
By Delaney Crawford Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) has been around since 1910. Over one million youth members are currently involved, and the organization works to prepare the youth for life by building character, citizenship, and personal fitness...
Building trust beyond the badge: The impact of the Police Athletic League
A Conversation with Hector Tavarez By Alanna Stoloff The Police Athletic League is built on the belief that strong relationships and positive mentorship can change lives, and Captain Hector Tavarez embodies that mission through his dedication to local youth. A retired...
Pass it Down: Family Favorites with a Side of Memories
New family members means new dishes to embrace and enjoy By Lisa Zaslow Segelman In this column I usually feature the recipes and recollections that have been handed down by our mothers and grandmothers, great-aunts and uncles. These are the dishes that anchor us –...
