Any suggestions for my daughters 1st. b-day?

Evie

I would like a few ideas on where to celebrate her 1st. b-day, Preferably outdoors in the New York City Area. Any fun ideas for a July party?
I decided Tinkerbell as the theme. Any suggestions on where to do the party in the New York area? I know she will not remember the event but when she grows up she will be able to share the pictures with her children one day.

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You can have the party at a park, a zoo, or at the beach. Or you can have it in the front or back yard of your house, or a relative or friend's house. Be sure that wherever you choose to have the party, that there is a good amount of shade, as it will be sunny and hot. You can buy beach umbrellas, rent an open tent, or if at a park, be sure to arrive early to reserve a spot under some shelter, or in an area with a lot of shade trees.

Have a lot of food and snacks, an ice-chest full of assorted beverages, some good music, and take a lot of pictures. In July, a barbeque comes to mind, as well as fresh fruit. You can have someone artistic in charge of face painting--kids always love that.

Just a couple of side tips: Plan your daughter's party after her nap time. She will be refreshed and full of energy, and you can help her avoid crankiness from becoming tired. I would also suggest keeping the party to immediate family and close friends, as too many people (especially strangers) can be intimidating and overwhelming to such a little one.

I hoped I helped, and I hope it's a great birthday!

What is a small dog good for hiking/ fishing/camping?

anti yuppi

I live in Alaska so I want a small dog that tolerates cold weather so I can take it with me and my Golden Retriever when I go hiking, camping, fishing, clamming, swimming, to the beach, berry picking, or on hunting trips would be great. I want a common breed because I want an adult from the shelter. Any ideas?

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That's pretty easy, since most dogs (if raise doing so) love the great outdoors.

For you, I like the Norwegian Elkhound - Lots of energy, spunky and pretty small (20-40lbs). Nice, think coat, great for the climate. Coat also protects against heat, and would protect from rugged bush on trails.

You also may want to consider terriers. They have lots of energy and they often come in small, yet sturdy, packages.
Skye Terrier
Jack Russel
Fox Terrier
Welsh Terrier

More good options:
Shelties make for excellent adventure side-kicks.
American Eskimo (toy or mini)

I hope you will also check out the local animal shelters or rescues. There are lots, even in Alaska.
Shelter dogs come in all ages from puppy to senior. They are sometimes mixed and sometime purebred, and many of them would love to adventure in the outdoors with you.

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What can I do with my 11 year old child on the autism spectrum this summer?

Q. I need to make a plan so help me if you remember things you did or if you are on the autism spectrum it might help.. I just went through a traumatic event and so I was goofing off a bit to get over it but I need to take control and make plans now. I had planned to do art and just go join the YMCA with him and let him swim. If I let him he will play video games 24 hours a day. i am going to make a schedule for him and tape it on the wall cause he won't choose other activities and when I hide the games he sometimes gets them out and sneaks. he also throws a complaining fit when I put it up and just sits there. he will do things if I do it with him but he needs to be more independent and take action on his own. That is one of his goals.There are not hardly any home school activities. We live in an urban area with a few greenways and parks. He has a few friends here at the apt.
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He can't swim and will not try cause he gets too scared to take his feet off the ground of the pool but they have a kiddie pool that he likes cause it has fountains and slides. I wish I could teach him to swim.
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don't answer at all shiddy chiddy

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- Basic cooking/baking classes

- Boys & Girls Day camp (parents can volunteer for outings)

- Art/Creative Classes

- Swimmers for beginners (often your local pool or Y will have a program for children called see otters/seals/turtles. Based on the child's developmental needs.

- Beach Days

- Camp outs (even in the back yard

- Volunteering at the local animal shelter

Birthday Party In Chicago for a 14 year old girl?!?

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for my birthday at the begining of april i was thinking about inviting around 5 people (girls) and spending the weekend in chicago!
its 4 hrs exactly away from my house.

soo....
-what can we do
-where can we stay
-where can we eat at
-anything please help!

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Try to stay in downtown Chicago, even if that will be more expensive, because there is more to do there and you won't have to commute. On that note, Chicago has plenty of public transit (trains, buses) so getting around shouldn't be a problem. Pack good walking shoes though, because you will have to walk at some point.

One thing that you can do is go shopping. Michigan Avenue is the famed "Magnificent Mile," but since you are teenage girls, that would be on the expensive side. Try State Street (Forever 21, Charlotte Russe, Wet Seal, The Body Shop, H&M, Nordstrom Rack), and Watertower Place (Forever 21, Wet Seal, The Body Shop, C.O. Bigelow, Victoria's Secret, American Eagle, Abercrombie and Fitch, abercrombie, Hollister). And don't forget to go in to Starbucks and get the peppermint hot chocolate. Its amazing and keeps you warm in Chicago weather. Oh wait, this is for April. Well get it anyways if they have it, I love it. And since this will be April, it might be warm enough to go to the beach. Always fun.

Also try going to a movie, going to a spa, getting your nails done, or going to the Sears Tower skydeck. You can see like 3 other states (I think). Go to Chinatown and have some lunch, then have fun looking at all the cheap little imported things in the stores. Try the zoo. You can pretend, but there is no one who doesn't love the zoo, and Lincoln Park Zoo is the only completely free zoo in the country. You pay for parking though, just a head's up. Go to Macy's and Bloomingdale's and try on a ton of expensive things for fun, but don't get em. Also, if you're in a giving mood, volunteer at a soup kitchen or animal shelter. It could be fun with friends. Go to Shedd Aquarium and see a dolphin show. See a Sox/Cubs game. Go to Millennium Park and see the Bean sculpture. Sometimes there are free performances or events downtown, check before you come. Don't go to Chicago without going to Navy Pier! Remember to bring a camera and take tons of pictures.

Some good places to eat are:
- The Noodle - Chinatown
- Tiffin - Devon Avenue in India Town
- Chipotle is good when you're on the go
- Benihana, but I think they might have closed
Or just go find yourselves some Chicago pizza.

You might also want to think about what to do during the four hour drive. That can be a while and I know, six fourteen year olds will get bored during long car rides. If you can watch a movie, maybe watch one set in Chicago, just to get in to theme. Some options are:
- Ferris Bueller's Day Off
- The Fugitive
- I, Robot
- The Lake House
- My Big Fat Greek Wedding
- Save the Last Dance
- Stranger Than Fiction
- The Break-Up
- While You Were Sleeping

If you can't watch a movie, bring games to play or something interesting to do. Try "Two Truths and a Lie" or get the American Girl game 300 Wishes, but don't play it the way the instructions say. Just use the cards and give everyone what you think they would like (or the most ridiculous thing you can find). Like Whoonu, only with better cards. Would You Rather works too.

Keep in mind that the things I listed are only ideas. You don't have to do them all. In fact, don't, its probably impossible. Above all, have fun and have a great birthday! You and your friends are going to have and awesome time!

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