Free Aquatic Show Saturday @ VS Pool Complex

Did anyone see the Olympic Synchronized Swimming event yesterday?  How creative, talented, and cool was that?  Who thinks of this stuff?  

The Valley Stream Aquatic Show is happening Saturday, August 11th at 7:30 p.m. at the Hendrickson Pool Complex.  Doors open at 7 p.m.  I would advise you to arrive early for preferred seating.  The event is free and open to the public.  You do not need a pool pass to attend.  In past years, approximately 300 people have attended so arrive early.

The LI Herald has a great article on the Valley Stream Swim Team in this week's paper.  Check it out here.

Enjoy the show!

Janette Pelligrini/Herald - 2010

The Valley Stream Swim Team participates in the championships this Sunday, August 12th at Eisenhower Park.  Children ages 5 - 16 are encouraged to try out next June. Click here for additional information on the Valley Stream Swim Team.

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Saf-T-Swim Mommy & Me Special

Valley Stream Water Show - August 13th @ 7 p.m.

On Saturday, August 13th, the Valley Stream Swim Club will present its annual Water Show at the Valley Stream Pool Complex at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening a 7 p.m. I'm pretty excited about this show as I have seen a little of what spectators are in store for while taking my eldest to swim class earlier this week.  Team members consist of 40 Valley Stream girls ages 6 -16 years old.

I really wanted to give you a sneak peek into what the show will entail, but I totally forgot to ask my teen neighbor who will be participating.  I do know that the club held a car wash a few weeks ago to help raise funds I assume for the show and other various activities. 

For more info on the Valley Stream Swim Team/Club, click here.  Enjoy the show!

Valley Stream Water Show
Location: Valley Stream Pool Complex
Saturday, August 13th
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free

Swimming Lessons @ the VS Pool

First, the photo above is not my Guppy, but isn't he cute? My Guppy and I began swim classes this week with other Guppies and their mommies. My Guppy was already a seasoned swimmer, well as seasoned as a new 3 year old can be, since beginning swim at the age of 16 months. He was not progressing after spending oodles of money and sacrificing Saturday mornings, so we decided to try another program to see if it would make a difference. We arrived at the front gate and realized that I forgot to pick up our family pool pass. No problem, however I did have my temp pool pass or else I don’t think I would have been able to enter the pool area. I’m glad that the staff is doing their job, but my suggestion is that the front desk should have a list of enrolled swimming students to help with anyone, such as myself, who may have forgotten their pass or other potential issues. We approached the pool and found another class in session. My son and I entered the cold water which was very different from the indoor heated pool we were used to. The humidity also kills the hair, so I guess I should count my blessings.

Our swim instructors, Christina and Nichole (memorable not only because of their pleasing personalities, but because I have a cousin and sister with the same names), began the class with the “The Wheels on the Bus” which was an instant hit. After only completing two lines of the childhood favorite, my Guppy quickly informed them that they forgot to do the baby, wipers, and mommy lines. He’s such a perfectionist. So, without hesitation we complete the song to satisfy the very outspoken Guppy of the group.

My Guppy and I enjoyed the 40 –minute class with other Valley Stream Guppies and their parents. It’s not a bad investment to teach your child to swim while having 1 on 1 time with him or her twice a week.

Are you a member of the pool? Why or why not?
Do you recommend the aquatic program? Is your child enrolled in the program? If so, what class?

Children’s Swimming Lessons

Cost: $40/child/session for children 18 months – 12 years

Session I – June 27 – July 20
Session II – July 25 – August 17

Classes offered in 40-minute increments between 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Please visit http://www.valleystreamvillage.org/ for additional details and http://www.swimdot.com/ for information on the VS Swim Team.

Summer Schedule Finally Finalized

I'm back up and running after nearly a week without a computer. Ours finally gave out. We knew it was coming so it wasn't much of a surprise. But I'm back!

The last few weeks have been hectic for me trying to finalize the summer schedule for the kids. Once your child turns 5 years old, the opportunities increase. Not only can children 5 year old and up sign up for summer camps affiliated with your district public school at an affordable price, they can also apply for their very own library card. This is huge! My eldest checked out her very first library book and was extremely proud of this accomplishment. She actually mistook the library card for a credit card and told everyone that she bought her first library book. How cute was that? I guess I should start using more care around her and stop using my credit/debit cards so much.

Last week, I sat down with all of the flyers and program information I collected from various places and events in the community. I then created a spreadsheet on the computer before it died on me. After much thought, I decided to sign my eldest up for tennis, swim, our school district's school summer camp, and tap. We are also taking advantage of Hofstra University's Saturday classes for young people. Later this week, I will share with you what options are available to fill in the weeks between the last day of school and the first day of summer camp. I love my children, but my kids go nuts if they're not out doing something. They're very active children so it's my job as a parent to make sure they stay active.

What are you doing to fill the gap of time between the last day of school and first day of camp?