In this issue...

Stargazing Seasons and the constellations of Spring
 21...By Larry Klaes
Natural History Museum of the Earth satisfies local curiosity
 23... By Bridget Rigas
Fall Celebrations Local communities offer a variety of family events
 24... By Kelly Ashworth
Clear the Way Organizing helps clear the way for mail chaos
 25... By Linda Story
Sights & Sounds Book Reviews
 32...By Esty Schachter
Art Show Local students display their varied styles
 34...By students of Elizabeth Ann Clune Montessori School of Ithaca
U-Pick Guide Seasonal selections from area farmstands
35...By Debbie Teeter
Healthy Snack Recipes Tempting tidbits for your tastebuds
 36...By Greenstar Cooperative Market
Who Are the Alpaca Keepers And what do they do with their animals?
 41 ..By Mary Loehr
Berries, Cherries, and Pears Oh My!
 44... By Debbie Teeter
Take Care of Children's Eyes Common problems easily overlooked
 45...By Neil Henniger & Jason Dettman
Childrens' Garden Welcomes Gaia the Turtle
 45...By Leigh Macdonald
The Fabulous Lynda Barry
 46...Comics and comment in an inimitable mix
What'll We Do? A complete activity calendar
 50-53...By Heidi Lieb-Graney 

Published by: Finger Lakes Family, Inc., Jim Graney
Contributing Editor...Jay Wrolstad; Advertising ...Jim Graney; Production ....Jim Graney, Heidi Lieb-Graney,
Proofreading...Laura Smith; Calendar/Directory ...Heidi Lieb-Graney, Alicia Natale; Photographer...Kathy Morris;
Circulation ...Jim Graney, Neil Henninger, Henry Colon, Brynn Mannino, Jason Oksa, & Alicia Natale; Web Design ...Jamie Kalousdian
Contributors:
Kelly Ashworth, Eileen Bach, Lynda Barry, Sheila Clark, Jason Dettman, Rick Epstein, Jim Graney, GreenStar,
Neil Henninger, Marjorie Hoffman, Larry Klaes, Mike Levy, Heidi Lieb-Graney, Mary Loehr, Leigh MacDonald,
Brynn Mannino, Kathy Morris, Jennifer E. Moyer, BSN, RN, Bridget Rigas, Esty Schachter, Sue Smith-Heavenrich,
Darlynne Stefanko, Linda Story, Students of Elizabeth Ann Clune Montessori School of Ithaca,
Debbie Teeter, and Allison Childs Wells.

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