STAGE #1

9:15am
Not Even for a Minute
Becky Ball, Director, Kids in Cars

Each year a significant number of children are left unattended in vehicles and most people underestimate the potential tragic consequences. Risks include heat stroke, hypothermia, setting a vehicle in motion, abduction, trunk entrapment and even fatal car crashes. Kids in Cars is working to educate safety leaders and society on those dangers and encouraging them to help raise awareness in their local communities.


10am
Cooking for Kids
Cindy Johnson, Cooking with Children by Four Jane’s Catering & Personal Chef Service, LLC


11am
Preparing an Emergency Supplies Kit or "Go Kit"
George Gacser, Manager of Emergency Management, Pepco

Planning ahead for power outages is essential. Here’s a list of the supplies you need to gather, the contact information you need, and how to keep it handy.


12pm
Hosting a Cocktail Party
Denise Medved, Author, The Tiny Kitchen


1pm
Ask Liz Live
Liz Crenshaw, NEWS4 Consumer Reporter

2pm
Back-to-School Fashion Show
Barbizon School of Modeling

3pm
Cook Like a Thai Chef
Mike Moran, Curry Simple

4pm
How to Dish a Meal or Two
Elizabeth Marcotte, Let’s Dish

STAGE #2

10am
Alternative Access & Computer-based Learning Strategies
Cori Lathan / Charlotte Safos, CEO / Product Development Director,AT Kidsystems, Inc

Presentation will demonstrate a unique new way to provide effective computer experiences for young children and individuals with disabilities.


11am
The Promise of Digital Photography, Realized
Steven Anderson, Sony/BDS Marketing

5 Keys to fabulous pictures -1) low image noise, 2) image stabilization, 3) Lens choices - a 21 year legacy, 4) dynamic range and shadow detail, 5) Anti-Dust


12pm
I.D. Theft
Evan Hendricks, Editor, Privacy Times

1pm
Tips & Tricks on Interviewing: Great Answers to Tough Questions
Mark Thalhimer, Board Member and Facilitator, 40 Plus

Interactive presentation on answering tough interviewing questions with time for questions from the audience.


2pm
How Much Should I Spend on a Digital Camera and Photo Printer?
Joseph Davis, Program Director & Benjamin Wiggins, Youth Assistant Program Manager, Youth Engaged for Success, Inc

What capabilities do you really need in a digital camera and photo printer? Youth from Ascend Youth Program will address this question and provide a checklist of capabilities and considerations for buying digital camera and photo printer technology. Capabilities of cameras ranging in cost from$50 to $800 will be addressed.


3pm
ID Theft: What's New?
IJ Hudson, News4 Technology Reporter / Rob Pegoraro, Washington Post / Evan Hendricks, Editor of Privacy Times / Stacey Brandenburg, FTC Staff Attorney / Thomas Greco, Cybertrust

How big is the Problem? Hype by the Media or under-reported. What is the REAL problem if your ID is stolen? Recognizing Phishing and schemes. Common Sense Protection.


4pm
Digital Photography Activities for Children and Youth
Joseph Davis, Program Director & Benjamin Wiggins, Youth Assistant Program Manager, Youth Engaged for Success, Inc

Youth will present successful digital photography learning activities for children and youth aged 9-18. The youth will present photo printing, photo taking, photo editing, and collage creation (fun and serious) developed over the last six years. Attendees will receive a handout.