Last week we had the chance to see Ed Keegan of Rhythm Connect, a.k.a. “Drummer Ed,”  who facilitated an interactive arts-in-education program based on his book, “Drumming with Dexter: Drumming through the Jungle” at the Henrietta library.  He brought all sorts of different percussion and rhythm instruments, some I’ve never even seen before.  He proceeded to lead kids of all ages and their parents into weaving a story through music.  It was amazing watching these young children who’ve never played an instrument following his lead and creating a band.  Katrina just loved so I’m excited to share that he has an event coming up that everyone is welcome to join in for free.

Ed Keegan has just recently opened a percussion store in Fairport that along with selling drums, percussion, and accessories, offers interactive zones, group drumming, arts-in-education programs, and community events, all in an exciting, family-friendly environment.  They are located at 84 High St in Fairport, NY 14450.

In the morning they offer scheduled group classes, arts-in-education programs, “Beat” stress workshops, Rhythm Breaks, creativity and team building workshops. Some evenings and weekends they offer private & group lessons, kid/family classes, and community rhythm events.

Summer Hours

Monday: 1-6 pm
Tuesday: 1-6 pm
Wednesday: 1-6 pm
Thursday: 1-6 pm
Friday: 1-6 pm
Saturday: 10 am-4 pm
Sunday: Closed
This Saturday morning July 24 from 10:30-11:30 am Drummer Ed will facilitate a fun rhythm/drumming event for families in the “Percussion Paradise” room–instruments provided - NO experience necessary!

Just for fun: bring a contribution for our “Junk Jam” fence. Any old thing that you can beat or bang on and is safe to touch they can hang it on their fence. You just might be featured in their Junk Jam Junk of the week!

Oh and don’t forget to print out this coupon for 10% off your purchase through the end of July! http://rhythmconnect.com/RCPostcard.pdf

Join us at 6:30 on July 15th at Edgewood FMC Church’s Honeoye Falls Campus located at 330 Monroe Street, Honeoye Falls — Across from the Fireman’s Field.  Free family movie night showing Joseph, King of Dreams with free refreshments.

For more information e-mail:
Edgewood.hf@edgewood.fmc.org

Give your family all the fun and excitement of more than 70 great attractions at Seabreeze. You’ll find thrilling adult rides and classic family rides - plus some cool kiddie rides too. Then there’s Raging Rivers, a whole waterpark full of liquid fun for everyone. Plus, check out great games to play, favorite summertime foods to eat and live shows to watch and enjoy.

Seabreeze is clean, safe, and manageable. It’s not too big, and not too small-it’s just the right size for your family. The park is close by, easy to get to from just about anywhere, and there’s plenty of free parking. Whether you want to experience all the great rides and slides or just relax and take in the spectacular views and cool summer breezes off Lake Ontario, you’ll have a wonderful, memorable day with your family. And it’s all yours at a price that will make you smile. So come get your summer fun-at Seabreeze.

On Saturday, July 10, Seward House Museum hosts its annual Garden Party and Open House from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Visitors can enjoy self-guided tours through 15 historic rooms (which works wonderfully for parents with small children — like mine — who would grow tired of the regular tour!). Enjoy the flowers in the beautiful Seward garden, as well as refreshments, children’s crafts and Victorian lawn games. Admission is free. Fun for the whole family!

*Update*  write I can go to Kango for summer fun as your status and print out your personal profile page and bring it in tomorrow to get free admission into Kango Play and free pizza.  Or if you are a member each of your kids gets $5 worth of points.

Kango Play is once again bringing back Free Facebook Friday. Join their Facebook Fanpage at http://facebook.com/kangoplay today, and on Thursday you will get the secret password you will need for your free admission (or game points for members).

General Admission - $8 Per Child
Annual Membership $80 per Family
Hours: Sunday - Thursday 10 am –7 pm
Friday and Saturday 10 am - 8 pm
Kango Play Center and Academy
1565 Jefferson Rd
Suite 180
In the Eagles Landing Business Park
585-235-PLAY(7529)
www.KangoPlay.com

Did you know that you can book a trip on Thomas the Tank Engine?  He tours the US and may be coming to a town near you.  Day Out With Thomas™ is a family event that offers aspiring engineers and their families the unique opportunity to take a ride with the classic storybook engine, Thomas the Tank Engine™ at regional heritage railroads across the country.

A ticket for Day Out With Thomas includes the 25 minute train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, as well as a variety of Thomas & Friends themed entertainment, including Storytelling and Video Viewing, Temporary Tattoos of Island of Sodor friends, and an Imagination Station with Arts & Crafts and more. Guests will also have the opportunity to meet Sir Topham Hatt, the Controller of the Railway on the Island of Sodor.

Due to the popularity of Day Out With Thomas, advance ticket purchase is highly recommended. It is not uncommon for events to sell out. When purchasing tickets you will be asked to select a specific date and time for your ride with Thomas. Your ticket is valid only for that date and time.

To locate Thomas near you check out  Thomas and friends.

For those of you locals there Thomas is visiting at the Medina Railroad Museum, 530 West Ave., Medina, NY 14103. Medina is centered about 1 hour’s drive from Niagara Falls, Buffalo and Rochester, NY. May 8, 9, 10 and May 15, 16, & 17, 2009 from 9:30am-5:45pm, trains leaving 45minutes throughout the day.  $18 a ticket no matter the age.
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Coming Thursday, March 26 at 6:30pm for FREE at Genesee Community College in Batavia.  I have yet to be able to take my girls to see the Bubble Man, but we have heard from friends that he is amazing!  And I can’t wait to take them to see him.  Perhaps this will be our chance!

Celebrate GCC’s Open House with a night of nonstop BUBBLING with everyone’s favorite man of suds: The Bubbleman! Its lots of bubbling trickery, sudsy silliness and big bubbles, tiny bubbles, HUGE bubbles! A THOUSAND bubbles!

Experience Genesee! The best of GCC’s faculty and staff again host this SECOND ANNUAL EVENT–featuring A HUGE MENU of FREE mini-funshops to kids and families including: Pottery! Cartooning! Make your own Movie! Telescopic Star Gazing! Science show and CSI! Fashion!! And LOTS LOTS MORE! Make a night of it! FREE SNACKS! FREE DAYCARE and OPEN GYM for the kids! OR—bring the kids with you to these funshops!