Delicious Holiday Recipe the Entire Family Will Love!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

If you’re looking for a way to keep the kids busy this holiday season, why not bake some gingerbread cookies? This is a great way to get the whole family in the kitchen! Here is a great recipe for delicious gingerbread cookies the whole family is sure to love!

Let us know what you think of this recipe on our Facebook page, linked HERE!

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Ingredients

3 cups of flour

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

2 teaspoons ground ginger

1 teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

¼ teaspoon salt

¾ cup butter, softened

¾ cup firmly packed brown sugar

½ cup molasses

1 egg

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Directions

Mix flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and salt in a large bowl. In another bowl, beat butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add molasses, egg and vanilla – mix well. Gradually beat in flour mixture on low speed until well mixed. Press dough into a thick flat disk. Wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 4 hours overnight.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness on a lightly floured work surface. Cut into desired shape with cookie cutters. Place on ungreased baking sheet.

Bake for 8-10 minutes. Cool for 1 to 2 minutes on rack then remove completely. Decorate cookies when completely cooled. Serve & enjoy! 

Happy Holidays from Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Everyone at Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City would like to wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season and a happy and healthy new year! 

Please remember to LIKE our Facebook page and FOLLOW us on Twitter @LiPedDentistry! 

Holiday Performances Happening on Long Island!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Have you brought your children to see a holiday show this year? If not, you've still got time! There are plenty of upcoming shows on Long Island that you and your family can take advantage of! 

Here is a list of a few holiday shows happening this weekend, courtesy of newsday.com!

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A Charlie Brown Christmas

Location: SoLuna Studio Theater, Hauppauge

When: Saturday, 12/22 @ 3:30 p.m. Saturday & 11 a.m. on Sunday 12/23

Once Upon a Holiday

Location: Take-One Performing Arts Academy, Ronkonkoma

When: Saturday, 12/22 @ 1 p.m.

Miracle on 34^th Street

Location: Take-One Performing Arts Academy, Ronkonkoma

When: 8 p.m. on 12/122

Let us know which holiday show you’re going to attend on our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

Family Fun Events on Long Island This Weekend!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Are you looking for some events that will be fun for the whole family this weekend? We've got you covered! There are plenty of family fun activities waiting for you all over the island!

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If You Really Love Polar Bears

Location: Nassau County Museum of Art, Roslyn Harbor

Date: Saturday, 12/15 @ 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Winter Wonderland

Location: Clark Botanic Garden, Albertson

Date: Saturday, 12/15 and Sunday 12/16

Breakfast with Santa

Location: Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center, Riverhead

Date: Saturday, 12/15 at 11:45 a.m.

Hot Peas n’ Butter (Nickelodeon Musical Group)

Location: Molloy College, Rockville Centre

Date: Sunday, 12/16 @ 3 p.m.

Let us know which events you’re going to attend on our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

Birthday Party Locations for Children on Long Island!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Is your child’s birthday coming up? Here are some of the top picks for places to have kid’s birthday parties on Long Island, courtesy of newsday.com!

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Active Kidz Long Island

Location: Jericho

Bounce N Play USA

Location: Center Moriches

Bounce U

Location: Farmingdale

Bouncers and Slydos

Location: Farmingdale

Chilibeans Party Place

Location: Hempstead

Clix Portrait Studio

Location: Huntington

Darlings & Divas

Location: Amityville

Island Rock Gym

Location: Plainview

Do you know of any other places on Long Island for children’s birthday parties? Where have you hosted your children’s parties? Let us know on our Facebook page, linked HERE!

Edible Holiday Gift Ideas!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Are you looking for a couple of gift ideas for this holiday season? We've got you covered! How about giving edible gifts this year?

This is a great way to get the whole family involved in gift giving and adding a personal touch! Here are a few recipes, courtesy of foodnetwork.com, for edible gift ideas!

Let us know which ones you choose on our Facebook page, linked HERE!

White Chocolate Fudge

Melt ½ stick butter, 4 cups of marshmallows, 1 cup cream, 2 cups sugar and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Simmer, stirring for 5 minutes. Off the heat, stir in 3 cups white chocolate chips until smooth. Spread in foil-lined 9 by 13 inch pan. Top with sprinkles of your choice! Let fudge cool, cut into squares and package it up for the perfect gift!

Chocolate Haystacks

Melt 1 cup chocolate chips in the microwave. Stir in 2 ½ cups of pretzel sticks until coated. Drop spoonful’s on an oiled parchment paper-lined backing sheet. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Let harden and serve!

Cinnamon Marshmallows

This is one the kids will love! These marshmallows are a perfect add in to a cup of hot cocoa on a cold winter night! Drizzle Marshmallows with melted chocolate and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Chill until firm and serve! 

Holiday Happenings This Week on Long Island!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

The 2012 Holiday Season is officially underway! Throughout the month of December, there are plenty of Holiday events happening all over on Long Island that you don’t want to miss out on!

Here are a couple of this week’s pick for holiday events on the island! Let us know which events you’re planning on attending on our Facebook page, linked HERE!

Animated Toy Train Display at Wrong Island Railroad

When: Monday 12/3/12

Where: Wrong Island Railroad, Ronkonkoma

Holiday Lighting at Hempstead Town Hall Plaza

When: Tuesday 12/4/12

Location: Hempstead Town Hall Plaza, Hempstead

The Nutcracker Act II at Ballet Long Island

When: 12/5/12

Where: Ballet Long Island, Ronkonkoma

Live Reindeer and Other Holiday Cheer

When: Wednesday 12/5/12 @ 10, 1, 2, and 5

Location: Hicks Nurseries, Westbury

Elf on the Shelf Movie Night

When: Thursday 12/6/12

Location: Dee’s Nursery, Oceanside 

Family Events on Long Island This Weekend!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Do you have any plans for this weekend? There are plenty events happening on Long Island this weekend for the whole family to enjoy!

Here are a couple of fun picks for family fun this weekend, courtesy of newsday.com!

Disney’s The Little Mermaid

Location: Smithtown Performing Arts Center

When: Saturday @ 2 p.m.

Dickens Festival

Location: Maritime Explorium

When: Saturday & Sunday 1-5 p.m.

RR Lines Train and Toy Show

Location: Plattduetsche Park Restaurant

When: Sunday 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Cinderella’s Christmas

Location: NYCB Theatre, Westbury

When: Sunday @ 12 p.m.

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

Location: YMCA Boulton Center for Performing Arts, Bay Shore

When: Sunday @ 2 p.m.

Will you attend any of these events? Let us know on our Facebook page, linked HERE!

Cooking Classes for Children on Long Island!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Do your children enjoy being in the kitchen? If they do, why not enroll them in a cooking class? There are plenty of places on Long Island that offer classes for children to learn basic cooking techniques!

Here are a couple of places that offer cooking classes on Long Island! All you need to bring is your chef hat and apron!

A la Carte Culinary Services

Location: Lynbrook

The Baking Coach

Location: Huntington

Bubble Learning Center

Location: Babylon

Celebrations in the Kitchen

Location: Hicksville

Elegant Eating

Location: Smithtown

Little Chefs

Location: Port Washington

Sugar & Spice Culinary Arts

Location: Garden City

Would you consider enrolling your children in a cooking class? Let us know on our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

Does Your Child Have Braces?

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Does your child have braces? If so, they've probably come across a couple of different foods that are difficult to eat. Especially any foods that are sticky, chewy or hard can be difficult for them to break up and swallow.

Braces are extremely delicate and there are several foods that can cause them to break! Some of the most common foods that may cause braces to break are:

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• Ice
• Nuts
• Popcorn
• Hard candy
• Gum
• Caramel
• Gummi bears
• Apple, pears and raw veggies
• Corn on the cob
• Pretzels
• Peanut brittle
• Pizza crust
• Bagels
• Ribs

Any food that you have to bite into in order to consume is a prime food for breaking braces. However, there are a couple of ways to get around it! If your child loves eating corn on the cob or ribs, cut the corn off the cob and the meat off the bone. Also, you can slice apples up into small pieces and chop carrots into bite size pieces.

Do you have any tips for children with braces? Let us know on our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

A Message From Garden City Mayor Donald T. Brudie About Hurricane Sandy

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

I do not have to tell you that we experienced a devastating hurricane that crippled Nassau County. As of this writing, a number of residents including myself and my family, are still without power and heat. The Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), over whom we have no control, is solely responsible for our electric service. However, knowing that LIPA cannot access its equipment if roads are impassable or pole lines not accessible from downed trees, our Village Departments worked day and night to cut and remove fallen trees from roadways, sidewalks and homes. The damage we sustained to Village trees is not only beyond imagination, but incalculable at this time.

I cannot commend nor thank our Village employees enough for their dedication, loyalty and stamina. Each and every employee experienced the same problems as did we in their personal lives - some worse as they dealt also with flooding - yet they all came to work leaving their families and homes unattended to make our Village roads passable and safe.

While this massive cleanup was - and still is - going on, we were unable to communicate with our residents by way of our Swift Reach Call Service or inter- net due to the area-wide power outage. Information was printed on our web-site but was extremely limited because of lack of reliable sources.

Also, I want to assure you that although we were not in communication, I have participated in twice daily conference calls with LIPA. I have expressed my outrage on behalf of all of us who have been and continue to be without power.

The information they have provided has been nothing more than warmed over press releases, failing to either identify specific plans or comment to timelines. There are no words to express my frustration with LIPA’s management - nor are there words to express my gratitude to those crews who have come from all over the Country and Canada to work to restore power.

Finally, please know that our local elected County and State officials have worked tirelessly to contend with the devastation left by “Sandy”. Special thanks to Kemp Hannon for his efforts in helping me to get Garden City back on line. As life slowly returns to normal, let us keep in our thoughts and prayers those who have lost everything - for whom complete recovery may never come.

Tips To Help Prepare Your Child for Their First Pediatric Dentist Visit!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Are you preparing your child for their first dental visit? If so, there are a couple of simple steps you should follow to ensure your child is ready for their first dental experience!

• Bring your child to a grown-up dental office to familiarize him/her with the sights and sounds of the office.
• Let your child sit in the dental chair and see the various tools and instruments the dentist will use to examine their teeth. Give your child the opportunity to ask any questions they may come up with when examining dental tools.
• Use clever, fun words to explain the dental process. For example, tell them their teeth are being “counted” rather than examined and “tickled” when they’re being cleaned.
• Talk to your children in a calm and relaxed tone when informing them of their dental visit.
• Answer any questions your children may have and as truthfully as possible.
• Never tell your child “It won’t hurt”. If something does end up causing them discomfort, it will make the process that much more difficult.

Do you have any additional tips for pediatric dentistry first timers? Let us know on our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

Why Cooking Meals at Home Is Important for Your Children's Health!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Does your family go out to eat often? Many families across the nation eat out several nights of week because of hectic schedules that seem to somehow always get busier. However, did you know meals out could mean up to 300 more calories for your kids or teens?

Sometimes when schedules are extremely busy, it’s hard to find the time to cook and put together a nutritious meal for your family. However, it’s extremely important to eat more meals at home rather than at a fast food chain or the local pizzeria.

This doesn't mean you should never take the kids along with you for a night out. If you’re planning a meal out soon, here’s a couple of tips to remember while out to eat, courtesy of mnn.com.

• Limit the amount of sugary beverages high in calories to one serving and then have your kids switch to a glass of ice water.
• Skip the kids menu all together. The items on the kids menu tend to be the most fattening items on the menu such as chicken fingers, mac and cheese, French fries and burgers.
• If you’re going to a restaurant that you know will put a complimentary bread basket or bowl of tortilla chips – politely decline before they arrive at the table. This adds a ton of extra calories on to your meal.
• Don’t look at the dessert menu. A restaurants dessert serving can add a lot of calories to a meal. If you’re craving something sweet, go home with your family and serve one small individual serving of ice cream or some fruit.

Do you have any additional tips to remember while dining out? Let us know on our Facebook page, LINKED HERE! 

CASH FOR CANDY STILL GOING ON AT PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Have you brought your unopened Halloween candy into Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City yet?

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We will be collecting your unopened Halloween candy until this Friday, November 9^th.
We will pay $1.00 per pound (up to 5 pounds) of your unopened Halloween candy and will donate it to troops overseas.

Hurry into Pediatric Dentistry this week and participate in our CASH FOR CANDY effort! For more information visit our Facebook page, LINKED HERE!

Benefit Concert to Help Aid Hurricane Sandy Victims!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100 

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

In an effort to help those affected by Hurricane Sandy, NBC will be broadcasting a benefit concert featuring artists that are native to areas that were most affected by super-storm Sandy.

Bon Jovi and Bruce Springsteen, natives of New Jersey and Billy Joel of Long island are scheduled to appear on the NBC concert on Friday night from Rockefeller Center. Other performers scheduled to appear are Jimmy Fallon, Sting and Christina Aguilera.

The concert will benefit the American Red Cross and will be on NBC, Bravo, CNBC, USA, MSNBC and E!.

Will you tune into this concert?  Were you affected by Hurricane Sandy? Let us know on our Facebook page, LINKED HERE. 

Halloween Events for the Family on Long Island!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100 

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Autumn is here!  The air is getting cooler and the leaves are beginning to fall.  Why wait until October 31^st to enjoy Halloween? Dress up all month long and visit one of Long Island’s many Halloween family events!

The Ghostly Gala

Sat. 10/27 6-9 p.m.

Long Island Children’s Museum | Garden City

Not So Scary Haunted House

Sun. 10/28 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fitz-Greene Hallock Homestead | Lake Ronkonkoma

Halloween Family Day with “Magic Bob”

Sat. 10/27 1 p.m.

Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site and Interpretive Center | Huntington

Grimm Scary Tales

Fri. 10/26 6-10 p.m.; 10/27 6-10 p.m.

Mulford Farm | East Hampton

Haunted Wailing Museum for Children

Sun. 10/28 Noon-3 p.m.

Sag Harbor Whaling Museum | Sag Harbor

Spooky Halloween Soiree

Sat. 10/27 4-6 p.m.

Suffolk County Environmental Center | Islip

Nature Explorer:  Halloween Fun

Thur. 10/25 10-11:15 a.m.

Suffolk County Environmental Center | Islip

Halloween on the Plaza

Sat. 10/27 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Kennedy Plaza | Long Beach

Trick or Tweet

Sat. 10/27 10 a.m.-Noon, 1-2:30 p.m.

Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center | Oyster Bay

Spooky Tales for Young’uns

Mon. 10/29 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Clinton Academy Museum | East Hampton

Let us know what event you plan to attend on our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

Will You Participate in CASH FOR CANDY?

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100 

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

JUST A REMINDER: Pediatric Dentistry’s CASH FOR CANDY fundraiser is coming up quick! If you want to do something great with your leftover unopened Halloween candy, read more below!

We will pay $1.00 per pound (up to 5 pounds) for your UNOPENED Halloween candy. All the candy collected will be donated to Operation Gratitude, a program designed to send care packages to the U.S. Military!

We will be collecting your Halloween candy at our Garden City office from November 1st until November 9^th!

For more information call our Garden City office at 516-222-5100 or visit our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

How To Handle Your Child's Dental Fears!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100 

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

One of the most difficult tasks for parents is getting their children who fear the dentist, to the office. It isn't uncommon for children to fear the dentist. There are many children who are absolutely terrified of the dentist. 

However, the dentist may not be as scary as you once thought.

It is crucial that parents begin bringing their children to the dentist at age one. The younger you bring them; the more familiar they will be with the dentist and the office. The longer you wait, the more fearful they become.

Nowadays, many Pediatric Dentistry offices are very warm and inviting to young children. The office is a playful and welcoming environment geared toward helping children feel more comfortable.

As a parent, you should never let your child skip those dental checkups! The more times your child attends the office, the more familiar they’ll become with it.

Has your child been to the dentist recently? Make your appointment today! For more information, visit our Facebook page, LINKED HERE! 

How Children Can Enjoy Halloween Without Harming Their Teeth!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100 

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Halloween is quickly approaching, which can only mean one thing – candy galore! Trick or treating is an event that children look forward to all year long! They’ll return home with bags filled with sugary candy that isn't at all good for their oral health! However, there are a couple ways your children can enjoy Halloween without harming their teeth!

Sugar-free gum is one item that can actually help prevent cavities! This is something we’d like to see pop up in more and more Halloween treat bags! Sugar-free gum helps to neutralize the effects of sugary snacks after eating. Sugar-free lollipops and hard candies are some other treats that won’t cause as much harm as chewy/sticky sweets will.

It is important for parents to monitor their children’s sweets intake and keep it to a minimum. It is key to teach children that eating sweets in moderation is OK, as long as they’re keeping up to date on taking proper care of their teeth.

To read the full article, CLICK HERE!

Do Something Different With Your Halloween Candy This Year!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100 

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Halloween is right around the corner! Children will line the streets in all different sorts of costumes going door to door hoping to receive their favorite candies!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City is asking for you to do something a little different with your left over candy this year. Pediatric Dentistry is announcing CASH FOR CANDY! 

We will pay $1.00 per pound (up to 5 pounds) for your UNOPENED Halloween candy. All the candy collected will be donated to Operation Gratitude, a program designed to send care packages to the U.S. Military!

We will be collecting your Halloween candy at our Garden City office from November 1st until November 9^th!

For more information, visit our Facebook page, linked HERE! 

Halloween Fun at Old Westbury Gardens!

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City

585 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530

516-222-5100 

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Fall is an extremely exciting time of year for many children. Pumpkin picking, apple picking, spook walks and Halloween are among the few activities that many children love!

If you’re looking for a great night out with your family, check out Rise of the Jack O’ Lanterns at Old Westbury Gardens! There is expected to be up to 5,000 pumpkins rising into the night at this beautiful estate!

This display isn't exactly frightening like a haunted house. It’s more so an impressive display of fancy gourds rather than fake gore! The display will take place every weekend in October from 6-9:30 p.m.!

To read more about this event, CLICK HERE.