Child Safety Seat Check in Endicott

One of the things that I never would have forgiven myself for, would be not keeping my children safe...especially in my vehicle. Our kid's safety while we're driving is so important and that's why I'm thankful that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) observes National Child Passenger Safety Week every year.

Sadly, car crashes continue to be a leading cause of death for children, and a shocking 46% of car seats are not used correctly. That's why it's so important to participate in events like National Child Passenger Safety Week, so you can make sure your kid's car seats are installed the right way.

Child Safety Seat Check Event in Endicott

This year, the event runs from September 17th to the 23rd, and it's a chance to learn how to correctly install and use car seats for our kids. Plus, there will be free car seat safety checks by Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians at the Endicott Fire Department in Endicott, NY, on September 19th from 3p.m. - 6 p.m.

The Child Safety Seat Check event is a chance for parents to get their child's safety seat checked by a certified expert, who will take about 30 minutes to inspect the seats and provide education to keep kids safe in cars. If Tuesday's times don't work for you, check out this website for a list of local Fitting Stations.

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For more information on child car seat safety and to find other car seat check events in the Greater Binghamton area, visit www.nhtsa.gov/TheRightSeat. Remember that making your kid's safety on the road should be a top priority.

You should always make sure that you're using the correct size car seats or booster seats whenever they are in the car with you. Protect your loved ones and find the right seat.

20 Upstate New York Museums That Will Have Your Kids Saying, "Wow! That Was Fun! Can We Go Back?"

New York State has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to museums. And we have featured many of them i previous galleries. This one takes a look at children's museums. Most kids will admit that a museum seems like an "old person thing to do." But these special places will have your kids saying, "Mom, can we go back? That was great!"

Here is a list of 20 New York State museums that kids and teenagers will enjoy to the fullest. They are all pretty much hands-on museums and all encourage interaction with the young visitors.

These museums lean heavy on hands-on science exhibits, play areas, and specialty programs for all ages. Take a look at this gallery and see which one fits your family's ages. From high school kids to programs geared to the littlest tykes you will find one that fits perfectly for your group.

Gallery Credit: Chuck D'Imperio

These 21 Tiny Upstate Villages Each Has An Amazing Historical Footnote

Each of the 21 villages on this list has less than 1,000 residents. Still, they all have something worth stopping by for a visit.. Something historic, fun, something delicious to eat, or just plain fascinating, each is worth a side trip. Visit the Three Bears in Ovid (pop. 602). You won't see that anywhere else in the U.S. Stop and say hello to TV stars "The Beekman Boys" in Sharon Springs (pop. 558). What was the "war" that took place in Delaware County that escalated to violence and even death? Why is Tannersville called "The Painted Lady in the Sky?" Is it true that Mark Twain named his favorite house cat after a village in Western New York? And why is the National Abolition Museum and Hall of Fame in Peterboro (pop.176)? Each of these tiny map dots have a great story to tell.

Gallery Credit: Chuck D'Imperio