The FREE Kids Summer Safety Seminar is scheduled for Tuesday, May 24, 2011 from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the Children’s Museum of Richmond at Short Pump. This is an informative seminar that also includes admission to the Children’s Museum for parents and children, along with free child care during seminar sessions – what could better!
Children ages 3 and up (potty trained) can explore the museum and participate in planned activities under the supervision of museum staff and volunteers while parents attend the seminars. And kids will enjoy kid-friendly snacks too.
Seminars
St. Mary’s Hospital and the Children’s Museum of Richmond are working together along with Commonwealth Parenting to provide a comprehensive presentation for parents.
- Summer Activities for Your Kids is discussed by Karen Coltrane, CEO of CMoR
- Who and When: Your Child’s Overall Health is presented by Sharon Josephn, MD from Powhatan Medical Associates
- If Your Child is Hospitalized is a special presentation by Mayuri Lakdawala, MD and Kate Senecal, MD from St. Mary’s Hospital Pediatric Hospitalist Program
- Symptoms of Post-School Stress is led by Liz Pearce, M.Ed., Executive Director of Commonwealth Parenting
- First Aid for Summer presentation is by Frank Petruzella, MD of St. Mary’s Hospital Pediatric Emergency Department
Come Early for More Fun
Interactive stations are available 6-7 p.m. and registered seminar attendees can come early and meet the Bon Secours Bunny and CMoR’s own Seymour! It’s a great time to learn about child health, pediatric diabetes, healthy eating, exercise, safety and more.
Door Prizes
But that’s not all! Door prizes include:
- Family 4-pack of tickets to Sesame Street live
- Family membership to CMoR
Registration Information
Registration is required so click here or call 804.76.CHILD to reserve a space.
Help keeps kids safe and injury free this summer by learning more about child safety. And let your children enjoy a great time at CMoR while you’re learning!