Cincinnati Family magazine January 2019 by Day Communications/DayCom Media

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In life you have to eat your cake!

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arents deserve a break. Whether we think we need one or not, we need a break. The trick is to let go of your mom or dad guilt and to find a babysitter, of course. My break comes in the form of running. I also try to soak in some quiet time after my kids are in bed, and I occasionally make appointments at my favorite salon. Actually, appointments don’t seem to work well with a busy-mom schedule; I really just show up in hopes they will take a walk-in. Sitting in a lovely salon in West Chester (and developing a bad case of “mom guilt”), I realize how much I love having this short time to myself amid hectic days with the kids, grocery shopping, cleaning, working — I’m sure you get the point. My go-to stylist tells me all about her weekend and how she went to a family member’s rockin’ wedding. She was beside herself explaining how her sister on Weight Watchers would not touch the wedding cake with a 10-foot pole. She looks at me in disbelief and says, “I couldn’t believe it! You have to just eat your cake!” Then it occurred to me — yes, we should all eat our cake! Here is my New Year’s resolution as I raise a toast to all of you busy parents out there: I will enjoy life more and not get so stressed over what I can’t change. I’m will appreciate everyone around me, kick my feet up a little more and enjoy some cake. I’ll cherish my children and accept that they, too, get to eat their cake! This means watching movies together and having treats, rather than running endless errands that can wait until tomorrow. Or, staying up a little later on a school night so we can finish our game of “Sorry.” We all get caught up at work, and we forget about what is most important, and what can wait. My 7-year-old boy reminds me of this as I frantically try and get that last word written into my document. He looks at me and asks, “Mommy, can we play Legos now?” “Yes, Will, one more minute, Mommy is almost finished.” He gets aggravated, stands up sternly and says, “Mommy, you know, what you can do today, you can also do tomorrow.” Jaw dropped to the floor. “Yes, Will, you’re right … where did you learn that?” “Lego Ninja,” he replies. Oh yes, of course. I guess some of these shows aren’t so bad after all. Here’s to the new year — enjoy life with your family, take in those sweet moments ... because those moments ARE the cake!

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After a day of shopping at Rookwood, bring the family to BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. The kid’s menu aims to please with classic fare like grilled cheese, mac n’ cheese, spaghetti, mini corn dogs, chicken tenders and fries. Top it off with a BJ’s famous Pizookie — a warm, ooey-gooey, fresh-baked cookie served in a pan and topped with ice cream. If you’re looking for a date night destination, BJ’s has a huge menu featuring pastas, tacos, burgers, pizzas, salads — a little bit of everything — plus a vast drink menu. Try a meal and a Pizookie from BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse, located at 2631 Edmondson Road in Cincinnati. Call 513-964-1440 or visit bjsrestaurants. com for more information.

Findlay Market’s family-owned, craft-chocolate shop is opening up a sweet encore in Rookwood Common & Pavilion. This new location will sell treats ranging from truffles to chocolate bars and hot chocolate. At Maverick Chocolate, artisans transform cocoa beans to chocolate bars and happily educate visitors on the process of sorting, cleaning and grinding beans to tempering and molding finished products. Taste the flavors with a sample of chocolates at the new Rookwood Common’s location at 2651 Edmondson Road in Cincinnati. Call 513-834-8369 or visit maverickchocolate.com to learn more.

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THE SKYSTAR WHEEL IS HERE THROUGH SUMMER

f you’ve yet to visit America’s largest portable observation wheel, there’s still time! The Skystar Wheel’s stay in Cincinnati has been extended through Sunday, June 16. That means you can visit the Skystar Wheel this winter in one of 36 climate controlled gondolas. Or, make a day of your visit to the riverfront this spring or summer — take a breathtaking vertical spin around the Skystar Wheel then check out a ball game at Great American Ball Park, splash around Riverfront Park or even take a horizontal spin at Carol Ann’s Carousel. There’s always lots to do downtown, and now you have one more BIG (15-story tall) reason to visit The Banks in downtown Cincinnati with the Skystar Wheel attraction. The Skystar Wheel is open daily beginning at 1 p.m. at 49 East Freedom Way in downtown Cincinnati. Visit skystarwheel.com for pricing and more information.

KEEP KIDS ACTIVE! LOCAL WINTER BREAK CAMPS

Holiday Junction and Friday kids explore Chocolate including a visit to Chocolate: The Exhibition. Visit cincymuseum.org/wintermuseum-camps for more information, or call 513-287-7001 to reserve your spot today.

Kids don’t want to be stuck at home over break — give ‘em something fun to do while school’s out. Here are a few winter break camps where they can stay active, make friends and more.

Ice Age Day Camp at California Woods Nature Center Thursday, Jan. 3: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Cincinnati Museum Center Space Camp at Cincinnati Observatory Jan. 2 - 4: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Pick one day or try all three “out of this world” day camps to attend. Wednesday’s camp concentrates on the solar system, Thursday’s tests camper’s skills to see if they have what it takes to be an astronaut and Friday’s focuses on rockets. Visit cincymuseum.org/wintermuseum-camps for more information, or call 513-287-7001 to reserve your camper’s space. Explore Camp at Cincinnati Museum Center Jan. 2 - 4: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Go to one single day of camp or explore more and attend all three days. Explore a new theme each day at camp through games, crafts and other activities. On Wednesday, campers explore Super STEM; Thursday explore Holiday Trains including a visit to 10

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Turn back time with this day camp for kids in grades K - 3. Ice Age campers explore nature outside with their “tribe,” create a prehistoric craft, play a glacier game, meet live critters and end the day with hot cocoa and stories around the campfire. Visit explorenature. regfox.com/winterbkcamps or call 513-2318678 to register today. Winter Dance Camp presented by Cincinnati Ballet Jan. 2 - 4: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Dance the winter blues with a camp designed for ages 4 - 9. Tiny dancers play games, create crafts, make friends and boogie down to wintry tunes. Students build their dance vocabulary and show off their creative sides; no previous dance experience necessary. Visit cballet.org/academy/winter-dance-camp or call 513-562-1111 for more information.

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Winter Games in the Woods MLK Jr. Day Camp at Avon Woods Nature Preserve Monday, Jan. 21: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Ages 6 - 10 can show off their playful sides with a day full of fun games at the park. There will be games inside, team-building games, games outside and even games played during a winter hike. Campers also make a craft that provides hours of entertainment long after camp is over. Visit explorenature.regfox.com/ winterbkcamps or call 513-861-3435 to register today.

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WHAT YOU MUST KNOW ABOUT BABY’S ENVIRONMENT BY AMANDA HAYWARD

Safe sleep should be the first thing on your mind every time you put your baby down to sleep.

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Samuel Hanke, M.D., pediatric cardiologist at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and physicians’ safe sleep lead for Cradle Cincinnati, says among the group’s focus is getting to the root causes of sleep-related deaths among infants. Sadly, Hanke and his wife lost their son Charlie to SIDS in 2010. They created the Charlie’s Kids Foundation to help raise safe sleep awareness, reminding parents about the importance of following a safe — and current — sleep routine. That means putting Baby to bed on his back in his own space. “Putting Baby to sleep on his back in his own area is harder to do than bringing him in bed with you,” Hanke says. “This is also kind of the root of the problem,” he adds. Many sleep-deprived parents opt to “breastsleep” — sleeping with their baby so the child can nurse throughout the night without waking the mother. This is NOT considered a safe sleep technique.

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parent’s bedroom — but NOT in the parent’s bed — for at least the first six months of life, and ideally the first year. The guidelines from the AAP also recommend a safe sleep surface for Baby without crib bumpers, stuffed animals, pillows or blankets. Since the change in sleep standards, Cradle Cincinnati says there’s been a 50% decrease in sleep deaths. Cradle Cincinnati and partner Cribs for Kids want all parents to create the safest sleep environment possible for their baby’s safety, but this does NOT include the trend known as the Baby Box, a Finnish product new to the U.S. “It’s not an approved crib or bassinet according to the CPSC [Consumer Product Safety Commission] standards,” says Hanke. “So there’s no safety standards around it; there’s unknown risks particularly the stability of it, things falling in the box, etc,” he adds. Creating a safe sleep environment for your baby will reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (when a baby younger than one year dies unexpectedly while sleeping). For safety’s sake,fFollow the AAP’s recommendations and keep your baby’s sleep environment comfortable, not hot or stuffy, and quiet. Keep your baby away from cigarette smoke and by all means, never nap or sleep with your baby alone on a couch, sofa or armchair. Amanda Hayward is editor for this publication and mother of two.

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BIRTHING HOSPITALS January 2019

EXPECTING

PREPARING FOR BABY BY AMANDA HAYWARD

ou find a creative way to surprise your significant other with the exciting news. You both jump for joy, then stop in your tracks and think, now

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BIRTHING/ MATERNITY CLASSES

There’s a class for everything

and everyone when a new baby is on the way — even for grandparents! Michelle Beebe, manager of perinatal outreach at Kettering Health Network says birthing and maternity classes are the best way to ease a parent’s mind. “The day you become a parent is one of the most important days of life, and we want this to be a joyful experience,” Beebe says. “First time parents benefit from participating in Childbirth Education Classes. Preparation nurtures a women’s ability to give birth and to trust her instincts while promoting bonding with a partner,” she says. Another benefit of taking classes is that couples get to process information ahead of Baby’s delivery which helps to prevent frantic, last minute decision making.

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Kettering Health Network offers a variety of classes covering any concerns parents may have. There’s Kettering’s “Baby Care” classes, covering everything you need to know in the first two weeks of Baby’s life. Sibling class teaches children ages 2 - 10 how to take on the big brother/sister role. Children attend class with a parent or grandparent and learn all of the big sibling basics, watch a video and get toured through the hospital. Beebe says these classes are terrific, too: Childbirth Preparation: Instructors guide you through the birth process and answer questions. You gain confidence by learning about and discussing emotions, pain relief options, relaxation, breathing techniques and medications.

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Breastfeeding Class: Couples have the opportunity to explore the benefits and realities of breastfeeding with a certified lactation consultant. Infant CPR and Safety: Parents can learn about baby proofing and how to be prepared for an emergency. Grandparents Class: Helps to get grandparents on the same page with parents through discussions about health and safety regulations, safe sleep, breastfeeding, communication and boundaries. Preparation for Multiples: For parents expecting twins or more, this is an in-depth look at pregnancy and nutrition, preterm labor, delivery options, time and stress management, equipment must-haves, sibling tips and more.

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LABOR & DELIVERY ROOMS

Be sure to tour the hospital where you will deliver. At Fort Hamilton Hospital, for example, they operate with a Labor, Delivery, Recovery and Postpartum model (LDRP), which means birth and recovery happens all in one spacious room, according to Nicole Lagedrost, clinical nurse manager. Charla Payne, clinical nurse educator at The Christ Hospital Medical Center – Liberty Township Family Birthing Center, says it has a similar concept. They offer LDRP as well, but also have the only C-section birth viewing room in the region, allowing family members in on the process. This birthing center is also the only one in the area to have beds for baby that easily lift up and down, so moms can reach over and touch baby. “We’ve really been extremely happy with those,” says Payne. “We also have the ability to monitor our delivered babies in the room. In the past, some of the babies that would have been held in special care nursery, are actually in the room with mom, with monitoring.” The Christ Hospital in Liberty Township opened Jan. 8, 2018 with a goal to deliver a baby every day in the first year. They have achieved that goal. Most hospitals have what is the traditional hospital birth, where you labor during delivery in one room, recover in another, and then are moved to a semiprivate room. Some hospitals will keep the baby in the nursery other than for feedings and visits, and others let the baby “room in” with you. Decide what you want, do your research, and tour hospitals to see which option will be best for your family’s needs.

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hospitals strive to create a comfortable environment for expectant moms and their families. Options vary from a traditional experience to a natural homelike delivery or a birthing pool. “We feel that the safest place to have your baby is here with us in a traditional labor and delivery setting,” says Lagedrost. “We fully support parents who wish to deliver natural, but we also offer safe and effective pain management options.” Here are options: Midwife-attended hospital birth: Stand-alone birthing centers and some hospitals have certified midwives on staff to help deliver your baby. This option is a non-medicated birth. The Christ Hospital’s birthing center in Liberty Township offers this as well as laboring tubs and birthing balls to keep you comfortable in labor. OB-attended Natural Birth in Hospital: If you want a hospital setting, but still want to deliver naturally, this could be the way to go. Be sure your partner is

on board with your decision to deliver drug-free so you have plenty of support in labor. Learn what birthing classes your hospital offers to help guide your decision. Vaginal delivery with pain medication: Most local births happen in a hospital where your needs can be met no matter how your birth experience evolves. Hospitals have advanced technology in the case of an emergency C-section. This option is for women who want a pain-free birth. Pre-planned/Medically Advised C-section or Maternal Choice C-section: The mother’s and baby’s safety comes first, so sometimes a doctor needs to perform a C-section. Reasons for a C-section include if Baby is breech; if the mother had a C-section in a previous birth; or if a medical condition such as placenta previa or eclampsia is present. Independent Childbirth Center: If you’re looking for a more home-like setting, this may be a good option. A freestanding birthing center must be accredited by the American Association of Birthing Centers, and the mother must have a low-risk pregnancy.

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but you have time to prepare before Baby is cruising around. “A great strategy for baby proofing the house is to have the nonpregnant partner get down on the floor and look for things that would be interesting to taste and touch as a baby does his research and development,” says Beebe. “Make a plan for stairs, cords, cleaning products, outlets and knick knacks that could be choking hazards.” According to Lagedrost, one way Fort Hamilton Hospital promotes a safe environment for baby is by teaching the ABCs of safe sleep: A: Alone — no bumper pads, stuffed animals, blankets, pillows or toys should be in the crib. B: Back — placing Baby on his back on the firm surface of his mattress. C: Crib — always place Baby in his crib. Do not sleep with your baby in a recliner, couch, bed or any other place. “As soon as a parent feels tired we encourage them to put their infant in the crib to sleep,” says Lagedrost. Keep in mind that even though newborn babies won’t be mobile until around 6 months old, developing a well thought out home safety plan in advance is the safest way to go.

Choosing the right hospital depends on your medical

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UC Health University Hospital Center for Women and Infants 234 Goodman St., Cincinnati 513-584-1000 • uchealth.com High-risk maternity unit; adolescent pregnancy services

needs, as well as your personal wants. Some hospitals are meant for high-risk pregnancies for example, and some are not. Here are some hospitals to consider:

Bethesda North Hospital 10500 Montgomery Road, Montgomery 513-865-1111 • trihealth.com Special Nursery Care LDR; high-risk antepartum care; no high-risk maternity unit; no certified nurse midwife on staff Good Samaritan Hospital 375 Dixmyth Ave., Cincinnati 513-865-1111 • trihealth.com Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), which has been ranked a Center of Excellence by the Vermont Oxford Network LDR; high-risk maternity unit; certified nurse midwife Kettering Medical Center 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering 937-395-8636 • ketteringhealth.org/ maternity/kettering Level IIIB NICU

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Fort Hamilton Hospital 630 Eaton Ave., Hamilton 513-867-2229 • ketteringhealth.org/ maternity/forthamilton Level IIB Special Care Nursery St. Elizabeth Healthcare 1-241 Medical Village Drive, Edgewood 859-301-2000 • stelizabeth.com Level II Nursery Care; LDRP rooms; high-risk patients cared for within unit; certified nurse midwives on staff

Final Thoughts: No one said having a baby would be easy, but they did say it would be the best time of your life. Feeling overwhelmed and jittery is normal. Sometimes no matter how much you prepare, you may or may not feel ready. Remember, you’ve got this. Be with your baby and hold him tight and treasure the moments!

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BABY BITS BY AMANDA HAYWARD

THE THINGS THEY DON’T TELL YOU ABOUT BREASTFEEDING We get it — breastfeeding is hard! We’ve got answers to your questions to help make your nursing journey easier.

ome moms have every intention to breastfeed, but get really nervous and give up too quickly. We asked Wendy McHale, BS, IBCLC, with Nurturing Lactation at the Cincinnati Breastfeeding Resource Center about how to make the breastfeeding experience successful.

US: What are the top reasons moms get discouraged before they even start breastfeeding? WM: The number one reason women quit nursing or don’t want to try, nursing is pain! It could be from nipple damage (from a shallow latch), engorgement, a plugged duct and, occasionally, from getting an infection. Other reasons women quit is the feeling (real or perceived) that there’s not enough milk. These are almost always easily overcome with the help from an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who can give information and support to get

past these problems. Another reason is the fear that you’ll have to do “so much more work” because you’re the only one who can breastfeed. Having a newborn baby rocks your world — breastfeeding or bottle feeding!

US: What can moms do to prepare their minds so they don’t get discouraged so easily? WM: Find out as much as possible about breastfeeding. Take a class; read a book (or a few); surround yourself with others who will support you, not tear you down; attend a parent-to-parent support group so you can know what’s normal and what’s not; try to set up your support system before Baby arrives if possible. If you run into breastfeeding problems, reach out and ask for help before giving up. I always recommend finding a GREAT breastfeeding class during the last couple of months of pregnancy and having a resource to call sooner rather than later if problems do arise. Research shows that families who get the right information and good support at the right time, are far more likely to be successful compared to families that don’t reach out for help. cincinnatifamilymagazine.com • nkyfamily.com

US: Does breastfeeding ever really get easier? WM: Hands down, the first six to eight weeks of breastfeeding are the most difficult and the time when most problems arise — as well as when most mothers quit. I usually suggest understanding that if you can get past the first two months, breastfeeding actually becomes easy and by three months postpartum, many mothers find that they not only enjoy breastfeeding, but that it becomes great “lazy-mom” parenting. US: What MUST moms who want to breastfeed know before Baby comes? WM: Breastfeeding is natural, but it is also learned. We live in a society where many of us have never seen a newborn breastfeeding before we give birth to our first baby. Expect this new skill to take time to learn for both you and your baby. You may or may not have heard this one before, but it is a normal part of becoming a new parent to wonder, “How does anyone do this?” (please turn the page)

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BREASTFEEDING TIPS US: What are the benefits of breastfeeding for Baby? WM: Any breast milk is better than no breast milk. However, the “benefits” are dose dependent, so the longer a baby breastfeeds, the more the benefit to Baby as well as the mother. The current recommendations by the World Health Organization are “at least two years and as long thereafter as both the mother and baby are comfortable,” based on when the human immune system starts maturing (around age 2). I truly believe that each mom will figure out what works best for her and her baby. Breast milk is free or nearly so, as a new mother just requires a little bit more food each day to produce the milk. Breast milk contains target specific antibodies to fight against viruses to which mother and baby are exposed, this can be especially important heading into cold and flu season. Helps a baby develop the normal human immune system over the first few years of life. Contains roughly 700 different types of healthy bacteria that colonize an infant’s gut and helps get the digestive system ready to ingest solids at around six months or after. Breast milk poops are not very stinky. There is an odor, but few parents find it to be offensive. Eventually, once solids are introduced, this all changes. At least this gives parents about six months to get used to changing diapers. Breast milk is always available and at the right temperature.

US: It’s exhausting and you can feel like you’re always feeding. What are the rewards? WM: Breastfeeding is the first communication system between a mother and baby. First, a baby shows hunger cues, and then a mother puts her baby to breast. The more this

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happens every time, the baby begins to trust that his needs will easily be met every time he asks. Breastfeeding a baby requires that he is being held, is receiving skin-to-skin contact and is getting his parent’s physical warmth. Breastfeeding requires oxytocin to be released from the brain into the mother’s bloodstream in order to make the milk come out of her breasts during the “let-down.” This oxytocin not only makes the milk flow, it also makes both the mother and baby feel all warm and fuzzy as well as makes both of them a little sleepy.

US: Where can you get nursing advice and tips? WM: Families and friends can best support the new family by taking care of the breastfeeding parent — so she can take care of herself and the baby. No one else can breastfeed, but everyone else can do EVERYTHING else: burping, diaper changing, cooking, dishes, laundry, cleaning, etc. The first couple of months are so intense that the new parents often need to learn to let everything else go except basic care of themselves, the baby and the breastfeeding. If a family is seeking breastfeeding support, they can find their local IBCLC at the ILCA (International Lactation Consultants Association) website. There is even a “find a Lactation Consultant” tab that makes it easy. Another great resource for new parents are mother-to-mother support groups. These groups have experienced breastfeeding parents helping inexperienced breastfeeding parents and can greatly help families succeed with breastfeeding. Three to try are La Leche League, Breastfeeding USA, and the WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program (if a mother is a part of WIC). Amanda Hayward is editor for this publication and mother of two.

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PRIVATE SCHOOL & WHY IT MAY BE BEST FOR YOUR CHILD BY NYKETA GAFFNEY

You want the BEST education possible for your child, but can you swing it? The answer is “Yes,” so it’s time to roll up your sleeves.

ou may be preparing a meal or tucking your child into bed and the questions will come: What are the best schools in our region? Is private school the right option for my boy? Can we afford it? Concern for your child’s development starts well before he enters the world, and his education is the kind of subject that can keep you up at night searching for answers on your laptop. Doing online research is excellent, but you can also go straight to the source by visiting local schools and asking questions. Don’t go blindly forward, however. Explore your options and consider the following.

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grants, fundraisers generated by parents, etc. The cost of private school may worry you, but the effort to make it happen may mean the right curriculum for your child — and a better education. “Most private schools have financial assistance available, and the Ohio Department of Education promotes school choice through the Ed-Choice program,” says Casey Reed, Children’s Meeting House director. “In addition, some schools also offer sibling discounts, military discounts, work-study type programs and other benefits. It’s always worth investigating how a school might be able to make enrollment work for each family,” Reed adds. Make it a priority to speak with the admission department personnel at schools that interest you for your child. Make a point to become familiar with their application and financial aid processes. The most important

action you can take is to communicate your needs to the administrative staffs, build relationships and know the facts. Aside from scholarships offered by private schools, there are universal scholarships and grants you can take advantage of online: finaid.org, an award-winning site that offers information for financial help as well as advice and helpful tools; foundationcenter.org, a source that connects families to the financial assistance they seek; and the Ohio Department of Education, education.ohio.gov, which is loaded with information families need to get started with financial assistance and more.

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CHALLENGING & UNIQUE CURRICULUMS “Families who choose independent schools are looking for environments where their children will be challenged intellectually so they will succeed in college and a career,” says Nancy Berlier, communications director at The Summit Country Day School in Cincinnati. Private schools design unique curriculums, which is advantageous for a child interested in unique subject offerings. Some programs may be leadership-based, include character education and world language and writing programs, Berlier says.

PRIVATE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES Head to a private school open house to learn everything you want to know; some require advanced registration.

OHIO BETHANY SCHOOL 555 Albion Ave., Glendale bethanyschool.org Sunday, Jan. 27 from 2 - 4 p.m. CHILDREN’S MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL 927 O’Bannonville Road Loveland • cmhschool.com Sunday, Jan. 27 from 2 - 4 p.m.

PRIVATE SCHOOL POINTERS CINCINNATI HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 8283 East Kemper Road chca-oh.org Saturday, Feb. 23 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. ROYALMONT ACADEMY 200 Northcrest Drive, Mason royalmontacademy.org Wednesday, Jan. 30 from 6 - 8 p.m. SEVEN HILLS SCHOOLS 7hills.org/why-seven-hills Doherty Campus 2726 Johnstone Place, Cincinnati Tuesday, Jan. 15 at 9 a.m. —and— Hillsdate Campus 5400 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati Thursday, Jan. 17 at 9 a.m.

KENTUCKY CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 5955 Taylor Mill Road Covington • ccsky.org Saturday, Jan. 26 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. COVINGTON CATHOLIC 1600 Dixie Hwy. Park Hills • covcath.org Preview the Blue Night, Friday, Jan. 25 from 6 - 9 p.m. (approximate) VILLA MADONNA ACADEMY 2500 Amsterdam Road Villa Hills • villamadonna.org Sunday, Feb. 23 from 1 - 3 p.m.

ST. ALOYSIUS GONZAGA SCHOOL 4390 Bridgetown Road Cincinnati • stalsbridgetown.org January 27, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

SMALLER STUDENT-TOTEACHER RATIOS Most private schools have a manageable student-to-teacher ratio. “Low student-to-teacher ratios allow for more personalized attention and individualized education,” says Reed. “This helps to better meet the student’s social, emotional and academic needs.” Take advantage of school tours and open houses so you can find out about ratio differences at different schools.

INSTRUCTION TAILORED FOR LEARNING In private schools, educators aim to meet kids “where they are.”

Not every child comes with the same level of focus, background knowledge or enthusiasm for learning. Some parents lean toward private school because they discover their child will be known for his abilities and nurtured along as needed. “From a Montessori perspective,” says Reed, “our curriculum is specifically designed to follow the child, meaning each and every child enjoys a customized educational experience.”

NOT ALL ARE CREATED EQUAL

Summit offers an independent, Catholic education. “Summit’s mission calls on us to nurture well-rounded children — academically, spiritually, physically and socially,” says Berlier. Private schools come in all shapes and sizes. To dig a bit deeper, see our list of Private School Open Houses above and read school profiles at greatschools.org. Nyketa Gaffney is a local freelance writer and the proud mom of a rising entrepreneur.

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• Make a list of desirable qualities for schools in order to rate your prospects: academics; faculty; safety; faithbased; location; opportunities for your child. • Be aware that most schools accept applications in January and February and make admissions decisions in April and May for the following fall. • Don’t assume you won’t qualify for financial aid. School policies vary widely, so learn about individual school aid policies and deadlines as soon as possible. • Search for scholarships at private schools themselves and universal scholarships at finaid. org; foundationcenter. org; and the Ohio Department of Education at educations.ohio.gov. • The Ohio Association of Independent Schools (oais.com) consists of 44 member schools committed to quality education. See member schools. • The Kentucky Association of Independent Schools (mykais.org) consists of 13 member schools committed to the quality education. See member schools. January 2019

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The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

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Cincinnati Ballet

1555 Central Pkwy., Cincinnati 513-562-1111 cballet.org/academy • cbacademy@cballet.org Students ages 4 - 8 explore a “Storybook Summer” as they dance their way through favorite tales including Sleeping Beauty, The Wizard of Oz and The Little Mermaid.

Circus Classes presented by My Nose Turns Red Youth Circus

mynoseturnsred.org • rednose@fuse.net 859-581-7100 Classes for beginner and intermediate students include unicycle, German wheel, and circus skills class (juggling, wire walking, physical theater, and more). MNTR has been teaching circus arts to youth for more than 20 years. Open House Sep. 8, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Evendale Cultural Arts Center.

The Mad Potter Madeira

7754 Camargo Road, Madeira 513-561-1888 madpottercincinnati.com Pottery painting, parties, and special events. Choose a piece, paint it, and pick it up in a week. Special events include Kidz Nite and Ladies Nite. Summer camp options to be announced soon!

Mason Dance Center

600-B Reading Road, Mason 513-398-0353 masondance.com Mason Dance Center provides an opportunity for anyone ages 3 - adult to discover the joys of dance. Ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, modern, pre-professional ballet, pre-dance combos, adult classes.

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NATURE Cincinnati Nature Center

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Cincinnati Parks’ Summer Nature Day Camps

Multiple Park Locations cincinnatiparks.com Voted Best Day Camp in 2018! We offer great value in education and outdoor fun for ages 3 - 14. Hikes, crafts, live animal encounters, active games and engaging hands on activities occur daily. Register on our website. Building better lives and a better community. Come join us!

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West Chester Academy Music, Dance, Gymnastics

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EDUCATION/ENRICHMENT The Campus at Kids First

7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati 513-629-5437 thecampuskf.com The Campus at Kids First is the only early learning center in the area that makes physical education a top priority. Located inside Kids First, we combine intentional brain-stimulating physical education with a top-notch academic curriculum to give children an early learning experience like no other.

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Camp Lincoln for Boys and Camp Lake Hubert for Girls

23416 Camp Lincoln Road, Lake Hubert, MN 800-242-1909 lincoln-lakehubert.com Since 1909, Camp Lincoln for Boys and Camp Lake Hubert for Girls have excelled in providing one of the best sleep-away adventures in the United States. Our brother-sister camps are located on opposite sides of Lake Hubert in Minnesota. We serve ages 5 - 17 with 2-, 3- and 4-week sessions, and a 10-day family camp. Campers come from 40 states and 13 countries all for our top-of-the-line activities and to just have a blast.

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PENGUIN DAYS THROUGH MARCH 8

It may be chilly outside, but many zoo animals are loving the winter weather. Visit the zoo through March 8 for half-price admission and special animal encounters, including the popular penguin parade. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; half-price general admission. Call 513-281-4700 or visit cincinnatizoo.org/ events/penguin-days.

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Happy New Years Day! A CRYSTAL HOLIDAY

Watch as trains chug past shimmering frozen landscapes, Cincinnati landmarks and national parks during Krohn Conservatory’s holiday show, A Crystal Holiday. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; through Jan. 6; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $7 adults, $4 ages 5 - 17, free ages 4 and younger; 513-421-4086 or cincinnatiparks.com.

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Start 2019 with zoo animals and more than 3 million twinkling LED lights. Watch a Mad Cap black-light puppet show featuring Fiona, take a ride on the BB&T Toyland Express, make and eat s’mores and more during the 36th Annual PNC Festival of Lights final evening. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; 4 - 9 p.m.; prices vary, see website for more information, free for members; 513-281-4700 or cincinnatizoo.org.

HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON THE HILL

Bring the family to the finale of Holiday Lights on the Hill to see thousands of holiday lights all from the comfort of your car. Pyramid Hill features two miles of festive lights in this drive-through light display, including Brave Berlin a new art installation by the creator of BLINK Cincinnati. Pyramid Hill, 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton; 6 - 9 p.m.; $20 per carload; 513-868-1234 or pyramidhill.org/holiday-lights-on-the-hill.

wed 2 ANTIQUE CHRISTMAS

Hang onto the holiday spirit until Jan. 7 with this festive display. The stockings have been hung with care and the halls have all been decked; discover beautiful antique ornaments, toys and decorations. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $12 adults (free adult admission on Sundays), free for members and ages 18 and younger; 513-241-0343 or taftmuseum.org.

FREE SNOW DAZE: SNOW GLOBE GLAMOUR

Shake things up this winter and make a snow globe at the library using glass jars, figurines and glitter snow. Main LibraryChildren’s Learning Center, 800 Vine St., Cincinnati; 3 - 3:30 p.m.; 513-3696900 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

thu 3 FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: WHOSE MITTEN IS THIS?

Who is living in the “mitten” found at the farm? Create a mitten and puppets to put on a play while learning all about farm life; then enjoy a snack inside the Augspurger House. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 10 - 11 a.m.; a valid MetroParks vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

SPOTLIGHT HOLIDAY TOY TRAINS Through Sunday, Jan. 13

he Behringer-Crawford Museum’s 27th annual train display dazzles and delights families with more than 30 animated, guest-operated features and 250 feet of track rolling through busy cities and snowy countrysides. Also on display is Wahoo’s Winter Wonderland, a kid-sized animated exhibit based on “The Holiday Adventures of Wiley Wahoo & Me,” the Dickens Village and more. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; Tue - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun 1 - 5 p.m.; $9 adults, $8 seniors 60+, $5 children, free for members. Call 859-491-4003 or visit bcmuseum.org. 30

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p.m.; free for members and children, $10 advance registration, $12 day of; 513-684-4517 or taftmuseum.org.

THURSDAY ART PLAY: A NEW PERSPECTIVE

Think outside of the box and create artwork using a new perspective at the UnMuseum. Change things up a bit and use your feet to draw and paint under the table. Stick around after the program for kid-friendly yoga. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $5 non-members, free for members; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

FREE TOYS OF YESTERYEAR

Go back in time when many toys were made from things found in nature. Have a little fun playing together with old timey toys and games. Glenwood Gardens Highfield Discovery Center, 10397 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati; 10:45 a.m. and 1 p.m.; program included with admission, $2.50 per person plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-771-8733 or greatparks.org.

fri 4 FREE FREE FRIDAY AT RED BALLOON

Free Friday means little ones get to play for free with purchase of a kid’s meal from 4 p.m. and later. The Red Balloon Cafe + Play, 6200 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati; 4 p.m.; free admission with purchase of a meal; 513-620-8328 or redballooncafe.com.

FREE SNOW DAZE: BUTTON UP!

It’s cold outside! Warm up in the library and make fun, festive winter buttons. Main Library-Children’s Learning Center, 800 Vine St., Cincinnati; 3 - 3:30 p.m.; 513-369-6900 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

sat 5 FREE NEW YEAR’S NATURE WALK

FREE SNOW DAZE: 3D SNOWFLAKES

Celebrate the new year with a refreshing walk outside on the beautiful Gorge Trail. Dress for the weather for this rain or shine walk. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville; 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

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SEW WHAT?! BEADED EMBROIDERY

No two snowflakes are alike. Express individuality and create something unique at the library — a 3D snowflake made with paper, tape and brainpower. Main Branch-Children’s Learning Center, 800 Vine St., Cincinnati; 3 - 3:30 p.m.; 513-369-6900 or cincinnatilibrary.org. Explore beloved fairy tales with a whimsical day of activities. Learn how a vase can tell time, hear a story about a fairy tale that goes wrong and make a dragon. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati; 11:15 a.m. - 12:15

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Learn about texture, patterns and art during this fun sewing project that combines beads and embroidery. Duke Energy Children’s Museum KidSPACE, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 2 p.m.;

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sun 6 HOLIDAY TOY TRAINS

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FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: BIRD BEAK BUFFET

Learn how a bird’s beak size and shape determines their diet through hands-on games and activities. Then make a bird buffet to share with the farm chickens. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 2 - 4 p.m.; a valid MetroParks vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

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FREE WINTER SCAVENGER HUNT

Warm up inside with this winter-themed scavenger hunt. Woodland Mound Seasongood Nature Center, 8250 Old Kellogg Road, Cincinnati; 1 - 3 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

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FREE OLD ROCK DAY CRAFT

Bring in a rock to celebrate “Old Rock Day” at the library and transform it into a pet or pretty paperweight. Hyde Park Branch, 2747 Erie Ave., Cincinnati; 3:15 4 p.m.; 513-369-4456 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

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FREE WEEKLY STORY TIMES

Weekly story times occur on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and feature interactive songs, beloved children’s books and more. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 10:30 a.m.; 513396-8960 or josephbeth.com.

tue 8 FREE NATURE STORIES

Nature has many stories to tell. Join the Great Parks interpreters for a nature-themed story. Sharon Woods Sharon Centre, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville; Programs available at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

wed 9 FREE REC READS

Get little ones excited for art with this 30-minute class in the Rosenthal Education Center. Young artists hear art-themed stories, sing songs and explore the world around them through sensory activities. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

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Sing, dance and play instruments all while promoting cognitive, social, fine and gross motor skills. Ages 0 - 5 bond with their caregivers during this early childhood education program. Red Balloon Cafe + Play, 6200 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati; 10:15 a.m.; $9; 513-673-0797 or zumbini.com.

thu 10 FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: MIGRATE, HIBERNATE AND TOLERATE

How do animals survive in this winter weather? Learn all about migration, hibernation and toleration during this program with hands-on activities and crafts. Then enjoy a snack inside the Augspurger House. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 10 - 11 a.m.; a valid MetroParks vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

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Warm up inside the UnMuseum and experiment with snow and watercolors, use ice chalk to create a painting and design snow sculptures. Stick around after the program for kid-friendly yoga. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $5 for non-members, free for members; 513345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter. org.

fri 11 FREE NINJA WARRIOR

What does it take to be a real ninja warrior? Find out during a night of fun and crazy obstacles at the library. BCPL Main Branch, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington; 6:30 p.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.

Investigate which stars illuminate the winter night sky with Great Parks and the Cincinnati Astronomical Society. Fernbank Park, 50 Thornton Ave., Cincinnati; 8 - 9:30 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE MOTHER GOOSE SCAVENGER HUNT

tue 15 FREE CHANGING STATES OF MATTER

This program, presented by the Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District, teaches kids all about states of matter. Kids turn a non-recyclable bin into a fun creation, too. Reading Branch, 8740 Reading Road, Cincinnati; 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.; 513-369-4465 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE MLK JR. DAY AT CAROL ANN’S CAROUSEL

Learn all about Martin Luther King Jr.’s many contributions, make friends, play games and create a craft at Carol Ann’s Carousel. Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 East Mehring Way, Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; ride tokens $2 each; 513-381-3756 or cincinnatiparks.com.

SECOND SUNDAY FAMILY SHOWTIME: MARTIN’S DREAM

NATURE IN WINTER STORY TIME

STEAMTEAM GRAPHITE CIRCUITS

et your engines roaring! Monstrous 10,000 pound trucks are invading the tri-state area to race, crush cars, pop wheelies and compete in freestyle competitions. Purchase $10 pit pre-show tickets to meet the drivers, get autographs and see the monster trucks up close. BB & T Arena, 500 Nunn Drive, Highland Heights; 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.; tickets start at $19.50, family four-packs start at $13 per ticket. Call 859-442-2652 or visit facebook.com/ traxxasmonstertrucktour.

snowmen, and a train that young engineers can actually take a ride on (additional fees apply). Admission to Holiday Junction includes entry to the Duke Energy Children’s Museum, the Cincinnati History Museum and the Museum of Natural History & Science. Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2, free for 1 and younger and members; 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.

Come to the library for a fun scavenger hunt with a twist. Mother Goose’s rhymes provide clues that lead to treats hidden among aisles of books. BCPL Scheben Branch, 8899 U.S. 42, Union; 2 p.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.

Get to know Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from his childhood in the Deep South to his historic “I have a dream” speech during this one-man show brought to life by Deondra Kamau Means. This performance is presented by TCT on Tour: A Division of the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. CCAC at Clifton United Methodist Church, 3416 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati; 2 p.m.; $5 adults, free for children; cliftonculturalarts.org/ccacevents/martins-dream-second-sundayfamily-showtime.

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Ages 13 and older enjoy a night of unscripted fun with Cincinnati’s own improv group, Highly Improvable. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 2728 Short Vine St., Cincinnati; 8 p.m.; $8 advance tickets, $10 day of tickets; cliftonculturalarts. org/ccac-events/highly-improvablecomedy-show.

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Make predictions, experiment and have fun while learning at the museum. Today’s challenge is to light an LED bulb using scientific inquiry and a graphite circuit. Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 3 p.m.; $14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2, free for 1 and younger and members.; 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.

mon 14 HOLIDAY JUNCTION

Through Sunday, Jan. 27. Enjoy the whimsical train displays, handson components like playful dress-up

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Hear a chilly-weather nature book and try simple winter crafts at the Rowe Visitor Center’s Whittaker Library. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 10:30 - 11 a.m.; included in daily admission $9 adults, $6 seniors 65+/active military, $4 ages 4 - 12, free ages 3 and younger and members, $2 dogs; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

PENGUIN DAYS

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wed 16 FREE WINTER FARMERS MARKET

Browse through jewelry, candles, coffee, produce, baked goods and lots more; 85 percent of the items sold at this market are grown or produced in Butler County. Shop fresh all while supporting local vendors; the Winter Farmers Market is held the first and third Wednesday of each month through March. Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield; 4 - 7 p.m.; fairfield-city.org/market.

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thu 17 FREE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY WINTER WAREHOUSE SALE

Browse thousands of used books, audiobooks, VHS, DVD’s, Vinyl and more. There’s an abundance of military books during the winter warehouse sale. All purchases help fund programs at The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. Used BookStore at the Warehouse, 8456 Vine St., Cincinnati; Jan. 17 - 18, 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 19, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Jan. 20, 2 - 5 p.m.; 513-369-6035 or cincylibraryfriends. org/winterwarehousesale.

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Penguin Awareness Day is Jan. 20, and you can waddle into the library and celebrate this holiday a few days early and make a penguin snow globe. Hyde Park Branch, 2747 Erie Ave., Cincinnati; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; 513-3694456 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: WHOSE TRACKS ARE THESE?

Whose tracks are these? Solve the mystery by completing a scavenger hunt all around the farm. Be sure to dress warm, as some of the footprints even went outside. This program includes a craft, live animal demonstration and a snack. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road,

Trenton; 10 - 11 a.m.; a valid MetroParks vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

WEE WONDER ABOUT SNOW

Ever wonder why snow falls? Ages 3 - 5 learn all about snow with an activity, craft and story at the park. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville; 11 a.m.; $7.50 per child, payable at the door plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

fri 18 FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

A lavish orchestra and wonderful cast bring this classic tale of fathers and daughters, husbands and wives and family traditions to life with tunes like “Sunrise, Sunset” and “Matchmaker Matchmaker.” Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati; 8 p.m.; show runs Jan. 17 - 27 with Tue - Sun showtimes available, see website for details; tickets start at $31; 513-6212787 or cincinnatiarts.org/events/ detail/fiddler-on-the-roof.

DINOSAURS

Learn all about prehistoric pals like T-rex, triceratops and other fossilized friends. Glenwood Gardens, 10397 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati; 10:45 a.m. and 1 p.m.; $2.50 per person plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-7718733 or greatparks.org.

FREE STEP INTO THE ICE AGE

It is super chilly outside, come to the park and imagine what it was like during the Ice Age from more than 20,000 years ago. Make a craft, join in on a scavenger hunt and even touch a real mammoth leg bone. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Cincinnati; Jan. 19 - 20, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

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FREE MANATOTS

FREE MARTIN’S DREAM Monday, Jan. 21

oin Deondra Kamau Means of the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through the power of story, speech and song. Main Branch-Children’s Learning Center, 800 Vine St., Cincinnati; 2 2:30 p.m. Call 513-369-6900 or visit cincinnatilibrary.org. 34

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The Blue Manatee tradition of great books, easy laughs and sweet songs continues with this program for pintsized book enthusiasts ages 0 - 4. Blue Manatee, 3094 Madison Road, Cincinnati; Tue - Fri 10 a.m.; 513-2601998 or bluemanateebooks.com.

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POPS IN SPACE

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with beautiful intergalactic music and images. JMR and the Pops inspire wonder with this all-new program celebrating the marvels of the universe accompanied by draw-dropping NASA images by creative partner Lightborne. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati; Jan. 18 - 19 at 8 p.m., Jan. 20 at 2 p.m.; tickets start at $25 adults, $15 children; 513-381-3300 or cincinnatisymphony.org.

WHIRLIN’ GOOD TIME

Enjoy the beautifully displayed iconic Cincinnati landmarks at Carol Ann’s Carousel. Take unlimited trips around the carousel with a ride band to discover all of the unique characters, animals and buildings that can be seen! Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 East Mehring Way, Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; $6 per unlimited ride band; 513-381-3756 or cincinnatiparks.com.

sat 19 ARTAPPRENTICE: SHARI THE BAG LADY, FUN WITH PLARN

Practice the art of “reusing” during this creative and practical program. Shari the Bag Lady turns grocery bags into plastic yarn (plarn) to create mats, bags and rugs for people in need. Stop in to learn how to make plarn and create a simple crochet craft. Duke Energy Children’s Museum KidSPACE, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2, free for 1 and younger and members; 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.

CAMPFIRE AND COCOA IN THE SCHOTT NATURE PLAYSCAPE

Warm up and enjoy the great outdoors this winter with the help of a master fire builder — learn all about primitive fire making. Discover which materials make the best fires, and go on a collecting mission to find them. Then enjoy hot cocoa by the fire you helped build. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 1 - 3 p.m.; included in daily admission ($9 adults, $6 seniors 65+/active military, $4 ages 4 - 12, free ages 3 and younger and members, $2 dogs); 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

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Celebrate Krohn Conservatory’s Spring 2019 Show, Fabulous Foliage, with fairy festivities. Dress up like fairies to get a special gift from a fairy treasure chest, then enjoy fairy-themed activities and crafts. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $4 adults, $2 ages 5 - 17, free for members and ages 4 and younger; 513-421-4086 or cincinnatiparks.com.

FREE EARLY AMERICAN WINTERS

Winters in the Ohio Valley can be brutal — birds fly south and the trees are bare until spring. Explore the lives of different groups of early Americans to see how they survived the frigid Ohio winters, listen to early American tales and put your winter survival skills to the test. Shawnee Lookout, 2008 Lawrenceburg, North Bend; 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-941-0120 or greatparks.org.

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME

Can Quasimodo conquer adversity as he escapes his bell tower during his Parisian adventure? With beautiful tunes like “Out There” and “God Help the Outcasts,” you’ll surely root for the underdog of this musical. The Carnegie, 1028 Scott Blvd., Covington; 2 and 7:30 p.m.; $30 adults, $18 ages 12 and younger, $27 for Carnegie members and ArtsPass members, $23 for students; multiple weekend showtimes available this month; 859-957-1940 or thecarnegie.com.

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FREE WINTER TREE ID

Join MetroParks of Butler County and Fairfield Parks & Recreation to learn the basics of what to look for when out in the winter woods. Then, observe and classify local trees with a winter hike through the beautiful park. Huffman Park, 2011 John Gray Road, Cincinnati; 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-867-5348 or fairfieldoh.gov.

sun 20 FREE 3RD SUNDAY FUNDAY: VIVE LA FRANCE

Celebrate all things French during the Taft’s 3rd Sunday Funday, Vive La France. See Paris to New York before its departure, practice French at the Art Cart, make a photo craft and more. From 2 - 4 p.m. there will be a wandering mime from Cincinnati Circus and French macaron cooking demonstrations at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati; 1 - 4 p.m.; 513-684-4517 or taftmuseum.org.

PAW PATROL MATINEE AT THE CINCINNATI CYCLONES

No job’s too big, no pup’s too small; Paw Patrol is on the roll ... and on the ice. Cincinnati Cyclones players wear Nickelodeon Paw Patrol-themed jerseys as they take on the Indianapolis Fuel for this fun match-up. Be on the lookout for Skye and Marshall visiting with fans during the game. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St., Cincinnati; 3 p.m.; $15 and up; 513-421-4111 or cycloneshockey.com.

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The tri-State area is in the perfect position for the total lunar eclipse, where the moon is completely in the Earth’s shadows and turns lots of colors. Will the moon appear red, gray or even orange? Stay up late with the Observatory to find the answer during this stellar night sky happening (weather permitting; if skies are cloudy, the event is cancelled). No reservation required. Cincinnati Observatory, 3489 Observatory Pl., Cincinnati; 10 p.m. - 12 a.m.; $5 per person; 513-3215186 or cincinnatiobservatory.org.

mon 21 FREE HIP-HOP STORY TIME

Enjoy a story time told in rhymes as Adam Hayden of the children’s storytelling group “The Corner” presents this fun, upbeat and engaging hip hop story time for ages 3 - 7. Anderson Branch, 7450 State Road, Cincinnati; 2 - 2:45 p.m.; 513-369-6030 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

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FREE ANIMAL TALES

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FREE TWEEN SCENE: ARCTIC ANIMALS SCIENCE

How do arctic animals stay warm when it is so chilly outside? Ages 8 - 12 discover the answer to this question during this program by conducting an exciting experiment. Newport Branch, 901 East 6th St., Newport; 4 - 5 p.m.; 859-572-5035 or cc-pl.org.

wed 23 FREE PAJAMA JAM!

Wear pajamas and hear stories, drink milk and eat cookies before you dance the night away at this pajama party for ages 2 - 5. BCPL Main Branch, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington; 6:30 p.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.

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Nature has many stories to tell; hear one of them in this nature-themed story time. Woodland Mound Seasongood Nature Center, 8250 Old Kellogg Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County motor vehicle permit (see website for prices) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHT: FROZEN

FREE MANABABIES

A fun introduction to language including finger plays, rhymes, songs and bouncy time for the youngest ManaBabies. Blue Manatee, 3094 Madison Road, Cincinnati; Fridays at 10:30 a.m.; 513260-1998 or bluemanateebooks.com.

sat 26 MAPLE CRAFTS

“Do you want to build a snowman?” Bring the whole family to the library for a full night of Frozen fun. Watch the movie, sample snacks, create crafts and play games. There will even be a play area for the littlest Anna and Elsa enthusiasts. Newport Branch, 901 East 6th St., Newport; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; 859-572-5035 or cc-pl.org.

Bundle up and burn off some energy playing and crafting at the Cincy Nature Center. Stop in the Nature PlayScape for a cup of cider and some winter crafting fun. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 2 - 3 p.m.; included in daily admission $9 adults, $6 seniors 65+/active military, $4 ages 4 - 12, free ages 3 and younger and members, $2 dogs; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

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Join MetroParks of Butler County and Fairfield Parks & Recreation in the winter woods after dark to call for owls and listen for other nocturnal animals. Harbin Park, 1300 Hunter Road, Fairfield; 6 - 7:30 p.m.; 513-867-5348 or fairfieldoh.gov.

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STOP THE WORLD — I WANT TO GET OFF!

Enjoy hit songs like “What Kind of Fool am I,” “Gonna Build a Mountain”

and others during the 1966 musical performed by The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra. Directed by Brian Robertson and starring Joshua Steele and Brooke Steele. Greaves Concert Hall, 1 Nunn Drive, Newport; 7:30 - 10 p.m.; $19 $35; 859-431-6216 or kyso.org.

sun 27 FREE MAPLE SYRUP MAKING AND GUIDED SAP COLLECTING HIKES IN THE SUGARBUSH

Discover what it takes to create a stack of pancakes’ best friend, maple syrup. Experience the process of producing liquid gold from maple sap and bask in the warmth and maple-scented steam of the evaporator. Then, stop by the Outdoor Learning Center to join in an interactive sap-collecting maple hike. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 12 - 4 p.m.; included in daily admission $9 adults, $6 seniors 65+/active military, $4 ages 4 - 12, free ages 3 and younger and members, $2 dogs; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

mon 28 FREE AWESOME ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS

Kids in grades K - 5 meet at the library to meet some of Cincinnati Museum Center’s friendly animal ambassadors. Learn how animals adapt to survive and thrive in nature; and even touch some of the animals. BCPL Walton Branch, 21 South Main St., Walton; 6:30 p.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.

FREE STEM MONDAYS: CUBELETS

Learn all about Cubelets, colorful magnetic cubes that form simple robots, at the library during a STEM program for kids in grades 3 - 6. Covedale Branch, 4980 Glenway Ave., Cincinnati; 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.; 513-369-4460 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

SPOTLIGHT RUMPELSTILTSKIN: A PUPPET MUSICAL Saturday, Jan. 26

atch as Rose spins straw into gold with the help of a strange creature — but can she guess his name? This classic tale delights audiences as it is brought to life by the Madcap Puppets. CCAC at Bethel Cincinnati Church, 3722 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati; 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; $10, free for ages 1 and younger. Learn more at cliftonculturalarts.org/ ccac-events/madcap-rumpelstiltskin. 38

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tue 29 NATURE IN WINTER STORY TIME

Hear a chilly-weather nature book and try out simple winter crafts at the Rowe Visitor Center’s Whittaker Library. Cincinnati Nature Center,4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 10:30 - 11 a.m.; included in daily admission $9 adults, $6 seniors 65+/active military, $4 ages 4 - 12, free ages 3 and younger and members, $2 dogs; 513831-1711 or cincynature.org.

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wed 30 FREE CINCINNATI OBSERVATORY PROGRAM AT MADISONVILLE LIBRARY

The Cincinnati Observatory is bringing an astronomy program to the library! Learn all about stars, planets, moons and the sun with outer space experts. Madisonville Branch, 4830 Whetsel Ave., Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-3696029 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE WEE WEDNESDAYS

This open house style program for preschoolers includes storytelling, touchable objects and more for a fun and memorable learning experience. The January Wee Wednesday theme is Making Faces! Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

thu 31 FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: CAN WE SEE A SHADOW?

Explore how shadows change throughout the year by making a sundial, eating a snack and visiting the farm animals. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 10 - 11 a.m.; a valid MetroParks vehicle permit is required to enter the park, see website for more information; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.

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