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“How on earth did you get so sweaty!?” you may say to your kid during warmer months. Know that it’s a good thing!
By Amanda Hayward
Why Kids Should Sweat
Spring sports have kicked off and your kids are full of energy and sweatier than ever. Although all you can think of is squeezing in showers and baths before bedtime, calm your mind knowing that all of that sweat means your kids just reaped some really good health benefits. Alissa Conde, M.D., sports medicine physician at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and Medical Center, says that when your kid (or anyone) sweats, that could be an indicator that she has reached optimum levels for physical activity benefits, known as moderate-to-vigorous activity (MVPA). “When the body sweats, it has reached a core temperature which is then subsequently cooled down via evaporation,” Conde explains. “We know that 60 minutes of MVPA a day brings many cardiovascular, bone health and mental health benefits.” In addition to all of that, the benefits of working up a good sweat goes on: • Sweating is a tool for the body to control its temperature. As body core temperature rises with activity, sweat glands create sweat which via evaporation lifts heat and cools the body, helping to avoid exercise-related heat illnesses. • Sweating clears excess micronutrients, metabolic waste and toxins. Enough said.
HYDRATE PROPERLY
Does your child go through more water bottles during the warmer months, especially during intense activities? When kids sweat, their body is not only cooling off, it is losing water. Therefore, keeping up the right amount of liquids is very important in order to prevent overheating or heat exhaustion. “Keeping up with hydration builds in natural breaks for rest and recovery during play,” Conde says. Kids should take a water break every 15 - 20 minutes when participating in activities, she continues. During that break time, they should be taking in about four to eight ounces of water. Then, after about an hour of MVPA or any organized sport, they can drink a 50/50 mix of water with a sports drink to add in some needed electrolytes. Of course, you can’t forget the snacks. Having a good, nutritious snack and some complex carbohydrates (bread, for example) is just as important. Conde says eat a healthy snack about two to four hours before any prolonged activity or sports practice. This helps provide energy and avoid undue stress on vital organs.
CAN A KID SWEAT TOO MUCH?
The amount a kid sweats depends on the kid, but many factors do come into play: fitness level and baseline health or some combo of those. “If you notice your child often sweats through their clothes, they are sweating in situations where others are not sweating, or have overly sweaty hands making it hard to grip sports equipment or toys, then contact and discuss with your primary care provider,” says Conde. Getting red in the face at times is normal due to an increase in body temperature, however, in extreme heat this could suggest heat illness, warns Conde. “Monitor for hot and dry skin, hot and overly sweaty skin, nausea and lightheadedness. If these symptoms occur, please get evaluated right away.”
Kids are pumped up and ready to play sports with their friends — great! Keep them safe with reminders, proper nutrition and plenty of practice before they take off.
Parents can do their part to help keep their sports-playing kids safe.
Kids and Sports Safety Matter
Prepping for sports does take some physical preparation, but knowing that your kid is mentally ready is just as important. Is he excited? Does he fully understand the rules? These are some questions to consider before signing him up. Reece O’Hara, department leader of the Ninja and Parkour program at Kids First Sports Center, says one great way to help kids prepare for the upcoming sports season is to have a conversation with the coaches and other parents on the team. “Parents, coaches and athletes with previous knowledge in the sport can help with equipment selection as well as overall physical and mental preparation,” O’Hara continues. Keep in mind that little ones younger than 6 years old should be focusing more on the fun of the sport, and if he is older than that, it’s time to begin team sports and teach him all about it. O’Hara says that although physical preparation goes a long way, one aspect that is commonly overlooked is mental preparation. “Preparing kids to set goals, face difficulty and overcome challenges can actually go quite a bit of way in preventing injuries,” she says. Too often kids are injured when they are distracted picking dandelions or kicking the dirt in the ball field. Although it is quite amusing and adorable, many injuries occur because of little athletes not being focused on the game and their surroundings. “Most of the coaches I speak with tend to have athletes who get injured on ‘the easy things’ or things they should’ve been able to do in their sleep,” O’Hara explains. Kids just don’t have the attention span like adults do, says O’Hara. One way to help your kid to stay focused and motivated is by allowing him to make his own decisions. You can also help by giving him simple praises for a job well done (ex. buy him a new pair of shoes); attending as many games as possible; working outside of practice; and asking the right questions that show you are interested in what he is doing such as: How did practice go? Or, how did you feel about your game tonight?
Tips for Preventing Sports Injuries
Follow these tips to keep your athlete safe during practices and games.
• Make sure your child has an updated sports’ physical.
• Talk with your child’s coach about medical and emergency needs, anything from equipment to inhalers.
• Talk about following the rules (wearing appropriate gear; following directions) and about having good sportsmanship often.
• Make sure your child’s equipment is up to date and that it meets national standards.
• Make sure the playing area is deemed safe.
• Be certain he’s getting enough rest, eating right and hydrating often.
• If your child is young, stick around at practices to be sure he is being coached with safety in mind.
SOURCES: cdc.gov and nationwidechildrens. org.
A sports life can be hectic for the whole family. Strategies gleaned from parents who have been there can make it a lot more doable for everyone.
BALANCING SPORTS & LIFE
By Nyketa Gaffney
The pandemic may have slowed families down a little, but you can already feel the busyness ramping up again. With sports, you’ll soon be busier than ever. The idea of accommodating multiple schedules has progressively increased year after year. Some might even argue that in American culture we’ve become obsessed, if not addicted, to being busy. Oftentimes, parents are balancing work with a jam-packed calendar filled with extracurricular activities for their kids. According to the 2018 U.S. Census, a whopping 42 percent of school-aged children were involved in sports; 30 percent were involved in lessons and 28 percent were involved in clubs -— nine percent of those kids participating in all three extracurricular activities. In the adolescent group, 83 percent are active in at least one extracurricular. Studies do in fact show that there is a direct and positive correlation between kids who participate in extracurriculars, however, sometimes too much can be too much! Sports provide concrete lessons for kids such as: teamwork, accountability, passion and sportsmanship. These are all great values to possess while maturing. However, compound the interest of two to three children involved in separate sports activities and you quickly realize that keeping up with home life can be tough. So how do you manage it all? Like a family business. There is simply no way as a parent to meet the demands of multiple sports- enthused kids along with work, meals and a well-organized calendar. It requires strategic planning and many sacrifices.
MAKE FAMILY THE PRIORITY
Two former Ohio coaches and parents of athletes, explain what it takes to achieve balance. The secret is much less complex than we might believe: education comes first and family is the priority. “It’s going to be some long days and some long nights because school work must get done,” says Brian Westbrook, president and CEO of Get Everything U and former coach of Princeton High School and Cincinnati Christian University. “But you have to keep your kids on track with what matters most, because life is bigger than sports.” Westbrook says when it comes to having children in extracurricular activities, there should be no pressure. Kids are only beginning to figure out what they are passionate about. One minute soccer is the coolest thing in the world, then mid-season they decide they just don’t like it. Know they will change their minds – something they will do often while they’re young.
Aside from relieving the pressure of obligation, Westbrook says parents should talk about the future from the beginning. In other words, consider your children’s adult life. A career in sports may not be in the cards — even the most superior athletes are not exempt from injury or career changes. Balance is needed in guiding them each day to understand that what is within them (their intellect, heart and spirit) has the greatest value in carrying them where they want to go. Keeping such realities at the forefront does not undermine aspirations, it provides a big picture mentality and offers them many more possibilities to become the best version of themselves.
CREATE SHARED CALENDARS
Stephen King, former JV coach of Whitehall-Yearling High School and assistant principal of Gahanna’s Lincoln High School in Columbus, says shared calendars are the way to go if you have multiple children in extracurriculars. “Between my wife, myself and our kids what it does for us is it creates that organizational piece of time management and other life events, including school work and other projects,” he says. This simple tool allows his family to stay in-tune with what is happening for everyone during the day, so they don’t miss the mark on showing up or any important event. Without structure, it is easy to overlook one for another in the hustle and bustle. Kids with parents who make repeated mistakes can experience a lack of confidence and a shift in attitude. Shared calendars allow the family to schedule family time, even if it’s on the road for a sporting tournament. Calendarizing the week’s activities gives parents the oversight to make healthy judgment calls. If you see that everyone is coming and going without much time to come together as a unit to connect, it may be time for a cancellation.
EMPOWER YOUR KIDS
Allowing your kids to take over sports duties such as keeping track of their gear and filling up their water bottle before practice can help a parent out when the days get busy. As they grow, there are little things you can teach them along the way to help them keep up with practices, games and school work. Kids can:
• Advocate for themselves
Teach your kids to speak up when their wants and needs change. Remember, kids can oftentimes have fear of letting us down. Making them comfortable enough to say what it is that they need, it takes conditioning.
• Be accountable
Teach kids the honor in their word. Once they decide to join a team, they agree to hold up their end of the bargain as a player. This will require learning to navigate their schedule and staying on task.
• Build a support system
Encourage your kids to choose friend groups that align with their goals and passions. Friends are influential. It makes sense for them to bond with other kids their age who can lend positive advice and techniques to keep thriving at the game and in other areas of their life.
LIVE AN ENJOYABLE, DOABLE LIFE
“Scheduled time to do nothing is important!” King emphasizes. “We all need a break, especially our children. Of course, we want them to finish what they start, but we also have to recognize when things have become overwhelming for them,” he adds. And just as you encourage your kids to build support systems, find your parent allies, too. It is amazing what a community can do together, especially to alleviate the stress of a jam-packed calendar. Carpooling saves major amounts of time, for example. Text groups will keep you in-the-know. Leaning on other moms and dads who have athletes can be a game changer. Kids must have the freedom to be who they are – kids. Finding that balance comes down to a structured family environment where there are clear expectations coupled with the opportunity to wind down from it all. Condition kids to be high performers, but also condition them to take care of themselves for the long haul.
SUMMER CAMPS
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CAMP ERNST – YMCA OVERNIGHT CAMP
7615 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington, KY 859-586-6181 | myycamp.org
Offering Overnight and Day Camp from Jun. 12 - Aug. 13 for campers ages 6 - 15. Campers stay in cabins with top notch counselors and enjoy the lake, ropes course and activities like archery, team building and biking. Ranch camps available for horse lovers ages 7 - 15. Call or visit our website for full details.
CAMP ROOSEVELT FIREBIRD
4141 Dublin Road SW, Bowerston 740-269-0137 • camprooseveltfi rebird.com
Our focus is: fun, growth, community, and diversity. Campers develop close friendships, gain confidence and develop leadership. Activities: sports, swimming, arts, boating, farming, climbing, zip-line, mountain biking, tennis, camping, wacky games, campfires and more. Two- and four-week sessions plus family camp and wilderness adventure programs. Ages 7 - 16.
THE CHILDREN’S THEATRE
4015 Redbank Road, Cincinnati 513-569-8080 | thechildrenstheatre.com
Enjoy a variety of themes for ages 7 - 18. Focus on music, dance, drama, or all three. All levels welcome. Camps run weekly from May 31 – Jul. 1, from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. AcademyLive! Summer Camp: Disney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS. Performances Jun. 10, 17, 24, and July 1.
DEER RUN CAMPS & RETREATS
3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station, TN 615-794-2918 | deerrun.camp/camps
OVERNIGHT CAMPS – THE place for your preteen and youth (grades 3 - 10) to have a fun and a memorable camp experience. One and two-week camps. Campers discover strengths, complete challenges, create life-long memories, and form deeper friendships when they unplug and connect with others. Lake activities, zip lines, games, and more. FAMILY CAMPS – Year-round adventures for all ages. Customize your experience by choosing recreational activities your family will enjoy: zip lines, giant swing, pedal karts, and more. All-inclusive: upscale accommodations, recreation, games, movie night (outdoor when weather permits), meals. Spend focused time together, create long-lasting memories, share adventures, explore nature, and become powerfully united.
FALCON CAMP
4251 Delta Road SW, Carrollton 800-837-CAMP (2267) | falconcamp.com
Widely recognized as Ohio’s premier summer camp since 1959. Beautiful lakefront setting with wide range of activities. Boys and girls ages 6 - 16 choose their own schedule within general framework, separate activities with planned coed events. 1:4 staff/camper ratio. Most of all, it’s a great time! ACA accredited, many references.
KIDS FIRST SPORTS CENTER CAMP-A-PALOOZA
7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati 513-489-7575 | kidsfi rstsports.com
Campers get the very best! 108,000 sq. ft. of everything kids love: basketball, karate, gymnastics, dance, cheer, swimming, volleyball, you name it! Field trips every week outside Kids First and in-house entertainment brought in throughout week. Leaders in Training course for teens ages 13 - 15 covering topics like leadership, communication, and group dynamics. Teens can look forward to excursions, service opportunities, and more.
RONNIE GRANDISON SPORTS ACADEMY
7950 E Kemper Road, Cincinnati 513-605-3836 | rgsportsacademy.com
Give your young athlete the best opportunity to compete with instruction from experienced coaches and proven training methods used by professional athletes. Students as young as 3 years old can participate in our volleyball and basketball programs, enabling them to build a strong foundation from an early age. We are a family-oriented, multi-sport complex based in Cincinnati. We’re proud to have built a tight-knit community here at RGSA and we’re excited to continue to serve the athletes of the Cincinnati area.
SUMMER CIRCUS ARTS CAMPS
MY NOSE TURNS RED YOUTH CIRCUS
Evendale Cultural Arts Center, 10500 Reading Road 859-581-7100 | mynoseturnsred.org
Stretch your child’s creative muscle. For ages 4 - 6 yrs. and 7 - 18 yrs. Skills for ages 7 - 18 include gym (German) wheel, aerial silks, unicycle, Diabolo, physical comedy, and more. Camps for ages 4 - 6 include circus games and activities just right for their age. Circus classes build your child’s perseverance, confidence and creativity. Each skill helps your child develop hand-eye coordination and balance.
YMCA DAY CAMP
Multiple YMCA Locations myy.org/programs/camp
Week-long camps are offered Jun. 1 - Aug. 13 for campers ages 5 - 15. Your child will grow confident, make friends and create amazing memories by being included in all the fun. Campers rotate with a small group visiting the swimming pool, S.T.E.M. activities, group games and more. 11 Camp Sites serving Anderson, Batavia, Blue Ash, Burlington, Colerain, Ft. Thomas, Hillsboro, Springfield Township, West End, and Western Hills.
ABRAKADOODLE 513-297-5655 ext. 3 abrakadoodle.com/oh-greater-cincinnati
Our campers look forward to Abrakadoodle summer programs year after year! Whether they will be exploring a variety of art techniques while making connections with STEAM concepts, going on an arty Treasure Hunt or making marvelous Movie Art, campers will be immersed in activities specifically designed for them by experienced educators. Abrakadoodle offers a number of different summer camp themes across greater Cincinnati.
ARTS FOR ALL, SUMMER AT CCM 290 CCM Blvd., Cincinnati 513-556-2595 | ccm.uc.edu/summer
CCM Preparatory at UC offers summer programming in music, dance and theater and gives students the best of all worlds: high quality instruction in a first-class setting that is both challenging and fun. Whether it’s trying something new or further exploring an arts passion, CCM Prep has something for everyone!
BAKER HUNT 620 Greenup Street Covington, KY 859-431-0020 | bakerhunt.org
Baker Hunt offers art and cooking classes for ages 7 - 15. Camps are Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. in June and July. Topics range from space, comic books, animals, and more! Are you purchasing more than one camp? Use code YCAMPS22 to save $25 on each camp.
BRAIN BALANCE 12084 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati 800-877-5500 | brainbalancecenters.com
Help Your Child Reach Their Potential. Our program focuses on helping kids overcome their challenges by improving their cognitive performance. Brain Balance is like exercise but for the brain. Where exercise builds muscles, the Brain Balance Program helps kids build information pathways in the brain. We offer ongoing enrollment and summer bridge programs.
BUCKNER MARTIAL ARTS 8216 Highland Pointe Drive, West Chester 513-779-2413 | bucknermartialarts.com
Voted one the best martial arts studios in Cincinnati, we combine defense skills with personal development. Students progress quickly while learning leadership and strong values under the teaching of master instructors. Free uniform with class sign-up.
CAMP AT THE J 8485 Ridge Road, Cincinnati 513-722-7245 | mayersonjcc.org/camp
Presenting Camp at the J – voted Cincinnati’s Best Day Camp in the 2020 Best of Parenting poll! We cannot wait for another magical summer fi lled with memories and friendships that last a lifetime. Give your child a summer to remember at Camp at the J! Activities include archery, sports, arts and crafts, drama, music, Israeli culture, and swimming. Jun. 13 - Aug. 12. 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (extended care available). Grades K - 10.
CAMP CHABAD Keonig Park, Cincinnati 513-731-5111 | campchabad.org
From morning line-up of songs and cheers, through each day packed with fun activities, campers savor every minute of every day at Camp Chabad. Children are placed in groups by age and grade level. This ensures each child gets individualized attention and participates in programming suited to their level of development. Ages 5 - 13. Includes field trips, Shabbat Party and a wide range of other activities. Camps are held at Koenig Park.
CAMP INVENTION 3701 Highland Park, North Canton 800-968-4332 | invent.org/camp
Spark your kid’s creativity and confidence with our new Camp Invention® program, Recharge! Campers in grades K - 6 will team up to take on fun, hands-on STEM challenges. From taking apart their own microphone to exploring solar-powered crickets and creating duck-launching devices, each activity is designed to give your young innovator an unforgettable summer experience. Secure your spot and save on our website.
CHILDREN’S MEETING HOUSE 927 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland 513-683-4757 | cmhschool.com
Visit our website to see all the camps we are offering this year. Our camps offer a variety of arts, crafts, nature, science, drama, and fun activities for children ages 3 - 12 on our beautiful 7+ acre campus. Camps are led by experienced CMH staff who are eager to share their passion for learning and having fun with our campers. Reserve your space NOW!
CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati 513-721-2787 | cincinnatiartmuseum.org/summercamp
The Cincinnati Art Museum is the place for summer fun and creativity. Jump into art with eight weeks of exciting projects, gallery games and more! Explore a different theme each week with activities taught by skilled museum educators. Themes include Earth Encounters, Make It Mini, Paint Party, Inspiration and Imagination, Geek Out, Art Lab, Decorate It, and Creepy Creations. Convenient before- and after-care available. Member discount available. Camps run Jun. 13 - Aug. 12. Ages 6 - 12. Camps will follow all CDC and Ohio guidelines for COVID-19 prevention.
CODE NINJAS – ANDERSON TWP 7426 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati 513-233-2633 codeninjas.com/oh-anderson-township
Transform your child’s love for technology into an exciting learning adventure. Guided by our team of Code Senseis, Code Ninjas Camps empower kids to gain valuable tech skills and make new friends. It’s an unforgettably fun learning experience! This year we will be offering week-long summer camps. We will offer different sessions each week featuring some of the most popular games/ activities among kids. Camp themes will include Minecraft, Roblox, YouTube, Legos, 3D printing and more.
CODE NINJAS – GREEN TWP 6507 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati 513-878-1338 codeninjas.com/oh-green-township
Unleash your child’s inner Ninja! Transform your child’s love for technology into an exciting learning adventure. Guided by our team of Code Senseis, Code Ninjas Camps empower kids to gain valuable tech skills and make new friends. Our camps offer an immersive environment for kids to explore and develop new skills, gain confidence, and have fun with friends. From coding and game building, to STEM and robotics - it’s an unforgettable experience!
GREAT PARKS OF HAMILTON COUNTY 10245 Winton Road, Cincinnati 513-521-7275 greatparks.org/discovery/children/day-camps
Great Parks of Hamilton County Day Camps are a break from school, not from learning! The camps keep kids active, healthy and focused while enjoying the great outdoors. Children ages 2 - 17 can explore nature through hands-on activities, hikes, games, crafts and much more with these full and half-day camps. Offerings include two-day to week-long nature, adventure, farm, fishing, golf and horse camps.
HANDS ON ROBOTICS 525 Scott St, Covington, KY facebook.com/handsonroboticsacademy
Robots, architecture, engineering, and even athletics! Welcome to the Hands-On Robotics Academy. This camp will take place at the Covington Classical academy for one week. You must pre-register. This camp session runs Jul. 18 - 22, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
HERITAGE VILLAGE 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville 513-563-9484 | heritagevillagecincinnati.org/summer-camp
Tucked away in lovely Sharon Woods Park, Heritage Village Museum is a unique setting for this exciting hands-on experience for the “19th century” student. Campers will discover the past and how kids lived in the 1800s through games, chores, toys, and hands-on activities. Early Cincinnati Camp, Jun. 6 - 10; Archaeology Camp, Jun. 20 - 24; Immersive History Camp 1, Jun. 27 - Jul. 1; Immersive History Camp 2, Jul. 11 - 15.
MASON DANCE CENTER 600-B Reading Road, Mason 513-398-0353 | masondance.com
We provide 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. We offer summer and mini-camps!.
MCGING IRISH DANERS 8962 Blue Ash Road, Cincinnati 513-891-6066 | mcgingdancers.com
Join us for one of our ever-popular Summer Try It Out Camps! Dancers will learn the basics of Irish Dance, participate in a daily craft activity, enjoy some tasty snacks and have tons of fun while making new friends! Children ages 4 - 10 are welcome and dancers will be grouped by age when applicable. Register today.
SNAPOLOGY westchestertwp.snapology.com 513-988-7363
We are the premier partner for STEAM programs, offering year-round programs in schools, community facilities, local businesses and homes. Kids have so much fun in our programs that they don’t even realize they’re learning! Offering a variety of half- and full-day STEAM-based summer camps. Camp themes include: Scientists/Jr. Scientists; Engineers/Jr. Engineers; Stop Motion Animation; Robotics/Jr. Robotics; Video Game Design; Brick Art & Design; Mining & Building; Ninjas and more!
STAR GLAZERS 513-474-6364 | starglazers.com
Paint pottery at your location. Pottery experts will bring all the supplies and offer booklets and ideas for your masterpiece. Pricing includes the cost of supplies, glazing and firing. No mess!
SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL 2161 Grandin Road, Cincinnati 513-871-4700 | summitcds.org
Founded in 1890, the area’s only Catholic, independent co-ed, college prep school serving students 2 yrs. - grade 12. Programs include a classical academic curriculum with a global perspective and a nationally recognized Character Education program. Head on over to The Summit for an exciting and fun-filled theme-based day camp for children ages 3 yrs. - grade 3. Also available is a full array of academic and enrichment classes for all ages.
TAFT MUSEUM OF ART 316 Pike St., Cincinnati 513-241-0313 taftmuseum.org/families-children/summer-camp
Our small classes and hands-on activities with experienced teachers will make this a summer of fun. Campers will enjoy painting, sculpting, drawing, and a hybrid of experiences thanks to the great art the Cincinnati area has to offer including right here at the Taft.
WEST CHESTER ACADEMY MUSIC, DANCE, ACTING AND GYMNASTICS 8107 Market Place Drive, West Chester 513-829-2345 | westchesteracademy.com
From a child’s very first lesson to the experienced adult, West Chester Academy has something for everyone in music, dance, acting, and gymnastics. Located in West Chester, we specialize in beginners of all ages and offer training through pre-professional levels. We also have camps for all ages.
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Cincinnati Ballet Family Series: SNOW WHITE
Raise the bar for your family by bringing them to see the regional premiere of Snow White during Cincinnati Ballet’s Family Series. The classic fairy tale story includes a jealous queen, her beautiful stepdaughter, a handsome prince and dwarves. The production — just over one hour long — is fully staged and narrated. It makes a perfect way to introduce your children to ballet.
Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati; April 7 - 10 (six performances available). Tickets start at $20; cballet.org.
Find Easter egg hunts and other Easter-y events by locating the Easter egg inside Things to Do!
NOTEABLES
Butterflies of the Nile at the Krohn ............... 22
Cincinnati Zoo’s Zoo Blooms ......................... 22
Rosie Revere, Engineer ................................... 23 The Wiz, Jr. ...................................................... 23 Monster Jam ....................................................25 Cincinnati Reds Opening Day .........................26 Kings Island Opening Weekend ..................... 28 Disney’s Frozen ................................................28 Trolls LIVE ........................................................ 28
April Fools Day! BUTTERFLIES OF THE NILE: KROHN BUTTERFLY SHOW
A Cincinnati tradition! Visit the Krohn Conservatory Butterfly Show to be surrounded by butterflies. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; see website for ticket information; 513-421-4086 or cincinnatiparks. com/krohn.
FREE CINCINNATI CYCLONES SPACE NIGHT
Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first man in space with a Cyclones Bobblehead (first 3,000 fans). Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway St., Cincinnati; 7:30 p.m.; $21 day of ($19 advanced), $33 front row
CINCINNATI FIRE MUSEUM: APRIL FOOLS’ MONTH FACT CHECKING ACTIVITY
Hunt for wide-eyed stars placed around the exhibits. Cincinnati Fire Museum, 315 West Court St., Cincinnati; Tue - Sun, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; included with admission; $8 adults, $7 seniors 65+, $6 ages 7 - 17, free for ages 6 and younger and members; 513-621-5553 or cincyfiremuseum.org.
IN A NEW LIGHT: TREASURES FROM THE TAFT
Eighty works of art from the historic house through May 1. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; included with general admission, $10, free
JUMPEROO AT URBAN AIR
Little ones 5 years old and younger can jump and bounce the morning away at Urban Air Adventure Park, 3321 Alamo Ave., Cincinnati; Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $10.99 for ages 5 and younger; 513-322-3130 or urbanaircincinnati.com.
SPRING CELEBRATION
A scavenger hunt throughout the world’s largest train display. EnterTRAINment Junction, 7379 Squire Court, West Chester; Mon - Sat, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun, 12 - 6 p.m.; Do-It-All admission $18.95; 513-8988000 or entertrainmentjunction. com.
STORY TIME IN THE GARDEN
Youngsters can immerse themselves in the joys of nature during this weekly story time. Highfield Discovery Garden, 10397 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati; 10 - 10:30 a.m.; included in admission, $6 per person + valid parking permit required for park entry; 513-7718733 or greatparks.org.
ZOO BLOOMS 2022
One of the Midwest’s largest tulip displays including hyacinths, daffodils and more. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; included with daily admission; free for members; 513-281-4700 or cincinnatizoo.org/events/zooblooms.
sat 2
Autism Awareness Day
DAYLIGHT EGG HUNT (register)
Search for eggs and turn them in for candy and a small prize! Live animals, lawn games and a craft. Elk Creek MetroPark, 5580 Elk Creek Road, Middletown; 12 - 3 p.m.; $5 per child 12 and younger + valid vehicle permit required for park entry; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
FREE EDGEWOOD
EASTER EGG HUNT
Children ages 3 - 8. Kids are grouped by ages to hunt on their own. Freedom Park, 550 Freedom Park Drive, Crestview Hills; 2 - 3 p.m.; facebook.com/ events/1075389249861040.
FREE FAMILY ARTVENTURES Docent-led tours of the CAM. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 2 - 3 p.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.
FAMILY WORKSHOP: THE FAMILY BAND (register)
Hear instruments made from recycled materials. CCAC @ Clifton United Methodist
Church, 3415 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $30 per family; 513-497-2860 or cliftonculturalarts.org/product/ family-workshop-the-familyband.net.
FREE FC CINCINNATI PREMATCH AT THE PARK
Get ready for the big game with family-friendly activities at the park and grab a bite from local food trucks. Washington Park, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 1 - 4 p.m.; washingtonpark.org/ series/fc-cincinnati-pre-matchat-the-park-presented-by-prolinkstaffing-2.
FREE LAUREL PARK FAMILY FUN DAYS
Enjoy music, bounce houses, face painters, balloon artists, food trucks and more. Laurel Park, 500 Ezzard Charles Drive, Cincinnati; 1:30 - 4 p.m.; 513-861-0023 or cincinnatiparksfoundation.org/ family-fun-days-kick-off-thisweekend.
MAKE A HIKING STICK (register)
Make a hiking stick then hike a trail. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. OR 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $13, includes daily admission; $7 members; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.
ROSIE REVERE, ENGINEER
A girl becomes an engineer in this Theaterworks USA musical tour based on the popular book series. Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm St., Cincinnati; 12 OR 2 p.m.; $14 per ticket; 513-977-8838 or memorialhallotr.com/cincinnatishows/rosie-revere.
STAR WARS NIGHT AT THE CYCLONES
Characters from the movie will be on-site and the Cyclones will be wearing special Star Wars-inspired jerseys. Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway, Cincinnati; 7:30 p.m.; tickets starting at $18; 513-421-4111 or cycloneshockey.com.
THE WIZ JR.
Ease on down the yellow brick road with The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s musical production of the reimagined Wizard of Oz. Taft Theatre, 317 East 5th St., Cincinnati; 2 or 5 p.m., see website for additional showtimes; tickets start at $11.40; 513-569-8080 or thechildrenstheatre.com/shows/ the-wiz-jr.
sun 3
FAMILY STEM NIGHT (register)
Challenge yourselves with games and real-world problems during this family STEM night. The Stem Lab, 11223 Cornell Park Drive, Blue Ash; 6 - 7:30 p.m.; $10 refundable ticket per family; 513-857-3366 or cincystemlab.com.
FAMILY TRIVIA NIGHT: ANIMAL FACT OR FICTION (register)
Separate from fiction during this family event. Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland Madeira Road, Loveland; 6 - 8 p.m.; $10 per family + valid vehicle permit required for park entry; 513521-7275 or greatparks.org.
GIFTS OF SPRING (register)
Search for birds and create an art project. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.; included with daily admission, $10 adults, $6 children; free for members; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.
FREE RHEA LANA CHILDREN’S CONSIGNMENT SALE 2022
This semi-annual children’s event includes thousands of used items. Harpers Station, 11315 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; VIP shopping passes available, see website for additional sale dates; 513-258-3699 or northcincinnati.rhealana.com.
The Rosie Revere, Engineer musical is at Memorial Hall on April 2.
mon 4
FREE EGG-SPLORERS
CONTEST 2022
Six of Fairfield’s 29 parks have six hidden Easter eggs. Take photos of the six eggs and the first 50 people to e-mail photos to mjmcgraw@fairfieldoh.gov will win a prize. Fairfield, Ohio’s Parks; fairfield-city.org.
tue 5
MEET AND GREET: SNAKES AT CINCY NATURE CENTER (register)
Meet a snake and discover what it eats. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; included with daily admission, $10 adults, $6 children; free for members; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.
FREE STORY TIME AT KING ARTHUR’S COURT
Hear fun stories and enjoy free popcorn. King Arthur’s Court, 3040 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; 513-531-4600 or kingarthurstoys.com.
wed 6
BREAKFAST WITH THE ANIMALS AT THE ZOO (register)
Enjoy breakfast on the Base Camp Café deck then take a lion and gorilla tour with the zookeepers. Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; 7 - 9 a.m.; $122 per person; cincinnatizoo. org/events/breakfast-with-theanimals.
POKEMON CLUB
Work on game skills at Pokémon Club; dinner will be provided. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Ave., Cincinnati; 5:30 - 7 p.m.; $13 public, $10 J Member; 513761-7500 or mayersonjcc.org/ programs/youth-family-events.
FREE SPRINGER SCHOOL AND CENTER VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE
Learn about the Springer curriculum and personalized learning. Springer School and Center, 2121 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 6:30 p.m.; 513-8716080 or springer-ld.org.
thu 7
FREE ART PLAY HIKE (register)
Children ages 2 - 7 get outside and moving with a naturalist. Hauck Botanical Gardens, 2625 Reading Road, Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org/ programs/family-programs/artplay-hike.
Cincinnati Ballet’s SNOW WHITE, see “Things to Do” opener on page 21.
SILENT MOVIES MADE MUSICAL WITH THE MIGHTY WURLITZER
The silent film concert series, features organist Clark Wilson. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati; 10:30 a.m., 7 p.m.; tickets starting at $32, group discounts available; 513-621-2787 or cincinnatiarts.org/events/detail/ silent-movies-made-musicalwith-the-mighty-wurlitzer.
FREE SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY MONTESSORI INFORMATION SESSION (register)
Learn about options for toddlers and preschoolers. The Summit Country Day School, 2161 Grandin Road, Cincinnati; 8:30 a.m.; 513-871-4700 or summitcds.org/admission/ application-process/montessorischool-applications.
FREE TUNES AND BLOOMS
Every Thursday, explore spring at the zoo including a free concert at 6 p.m. See the lineup at the zoo’s website. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; 5 - 8:30 p.m.; $10 on-site parking; 513281-4700 or cincinnatizoo.org/ events/tunes-blooms.
sat 9
CINCINNATI FIRE MUSEUM
EASTER EGG HUNT
Hunt for eggs plus meet the Easter Bunny. Cincinnati Fire Museum, 315 West Court St., Cincinnati; 9 - 10:30 a.m.; $10 per person, free for 1 and younger; 513-621-5553 or cincyfiremuseum.square.site.
FREE DEER PARK EASTER
EGG HUNT
Snap a photo with the Easter Bunny at 10 a.m.; ages 10 and younger can hunt for eggs at 11 a.m. Pierce Township Park, 961 Locust Corner Road, Cincinnati; 10 a.m.; 513-752-6262 or piercetownship.org/annualevents.
EASTER BUNNY EXPRESS (register)
Bring a basket and hop aboard the Easter Bunny Express. Enjoy balloon artists, photo ops and an egg hunt. Departure dates: April 9, 10, 15, 16 and 17, see website for additional departure times. LM&M Railway, 16 East South Street, Lebanon; 10 a.m.+; $30 adults, $25 seniors 62+ and ages 2 - 12, $5 2 and younger lap rider ticket; 513-933-8022 or lebanonrr.com/easter.
FREE EXPOSURE MONTGOMERY PHOTO COMPETITION
Celebrate local photographers of all ages and experience levels at this public photo competition. Terwilliger Park, 10530 Deerfield Road, Cincinnati; 12 - 4 p.m.; 513-891-2424 or montgomeryogio.gov.
FAMILY WORKSHOP: SALT DOUGH SCULPTURES & BEADS (register)
Artist, Deb Brod, teaches how to make salt dough and demonstrates how to create sculptures and beads. CCAC @ Short Vine, 2728 Short Vine St., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $30 per family; 513-497-2860 or cliftonculturalarts.org/product/familyworkshop-salt-dough-sculpturesbeads.
FILM/TV ACTING WORKSHOP (register)
Teens and tweens are introduced to a variety of techniques for camera acting. ArtsConnect, 9158 Winton Road, Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; $60 non-members, $54 members; 513-5222108 or theartsconnect.us.
FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT (register)
Collect glowing eggs and redeem for candy plus crafts and games. Forest Run MetroPark, 1976 Timberman Road, Hamilton; 7 - 10 p.m.; $5 per person + valid vehicle permit required for entry; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
FREE GREEN TOWNSHIP
EGG HUNT
The hunt starts at 1 p.m.; allow time for parking. Veterans Park,
The national tour of Disney’s Frozen is at the Aronoff Center April 20 - May 2, recommended for ages 6 and older.
6303 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati; 513-574-4848 or greentwp. org/parks-department/specialevents.
FREE HOPPIN’ EASTER
EGG HUNT
Bring a basket to collect eggs in areas for ages 2 - 4; 5 - 7; and 8 - 10 years old. Photos with the Easter Bunny start at 10 a.m. Egg hunt starts at 11:15 a.m. Fairfield Greens North Trace, 2605 Augusta Boulevard, Fairfield; fairfield-city.org/1044/ HOPPIN-Easter-Egg-Hunt.
FREE INDEPENDENCE
EGG HUNT
Fun includes jugglers, stilt walkers and balloon artists. The egg hunt starts promptly at 12 p.m. Memorial Park, 2003 Jackwoods Parkway, Independence; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; eventbrite.com/e/ independence-egg-hunt-tickets272084470977?aff=erelexpmlt.
MONSTER JAM
Twelve thousand-pound monster trucks in high-flying stunts! Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway St., Cincinnati; April 9, 1 OR 7 p.m., April 10, 1 p.m.; tickets starting at $15; Pit Party tickets available; 513421-1302 or heritagebankcenter. com/event/2022/04/monsterjam.
ROCKTAILS - A DINNER THEATER EXPERIENCE (register)
An adult evening with the stories of James Brown, Rosemary Clooney and others. Grove Event Center, 9158 Winton Road, Cincinnati; 7 - 9 p.m.; $60 non-members, $54 members; price includes two of the four signature drinks plus dinner; 513-522-2108 or theartsconnect.us/372/Rocktails.
SPRING FASHION DOLL SHOW & SALE
Join the Queen City Beautiful Doll Club for a fashion doll show and sale. EnterTRAINment Junction, 7379 Squire Court, West Chester; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $5 admission, free for ages 12 and younger; 513-207-8409.
sun 10
ANTS ON A LOG FAMILY PROGRAM (register)
Go marching two by two and search for the strong and mysterious ant. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 3 - 4 p.m.; $11 non-members, includes daily admission; $5 members; 513831-1711 or cincynature.org.
FREE PASSOVER SCAVENGER HUNT WITH PJ LIBRARY (register)
Meet at the JCC and go on a scavenger hunt to find hidden Passover items all around Amberley Village. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Ave., Cincinnati; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; 513-761-7500 or mayersonjcc.org/programs/ pjlibraryevents.
The Cincinnati Reds FINALLY have their opening day on Tuesday, April 12 — plus the parade!
FREE SCAC FAMILY FUN DAY
Come join SCAC for familyfriendly carnival games, balloon animals, raffle baskets and more. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Sharonville Cultural Arts Center, 11165 Reading Road, Sharonville; 12 - 3 p.m.; 513-554-1014 or sharonvilleculturalarts.org.
THE MATT HAVERKAMP FOUNDATION 5K PURSUIT & KIDS’ FUN RUN
This family-friendly run supports law enforcement agencies and K9 Units; 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., Spring Grove Cemetery, 4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati. matthaverkamp.com.
mon 11
FREE KIDS ACTIVITY DAYS
Mondays are children’s activity days at the Deer Park Branch Library! Deer Park Branch, 4020 East Galbraith Road, Cincinnati; 8 - 9 a.m.; 513-369-4450 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
tue 12
CINCINNATI REDS OPENING DAY
Kick off the season with the Cincinnati Reds’ Opening Day Parade starting at Findlay Market! The Reds will take on the Guardians at 4:10 p.m. Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati; 12 p.m.; see website for ticket pricing; reds.com.
SCHOOL DAY PLAY AT URBAN AIR
Home-schoolers and distance learners can climb, jump, zip and slide. Urban Air Adventure Park, 3321 Alamo Ave., Cincinnati; 12 - 4 p.m.; $17 pp + tax; 513-3223130 or urbanairtrampolinepark. com/locations/ohio/cincinnati.
SPRING BREAK HORSE CAMP (register)
Learn about horse safety, breeds, grooming and riding. Suitable for beginners to advanced. Tuesday - Thursday. Winton Woods Riding Center, 10073 Daly Road, Cincinnati; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $300; 513-9313057 or greatparks.org.
wed 13
FREE 4-H ROLLER SKATING CLUB
Boone County kids ages 9 - 12 meet up monthly to roller skate. Enrichment Center, 1955 Burlington Pike, Burlington; 6 - 7:30 p.m.; 859-586-6101 or boone. ca.uky.edu.
thu 14
FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: GROW YOUR OWN PIZZA (register)
Explore what is growing in the garden and take home a vegetable pizza starter kit. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 10 - 11 a.m.; valid vehicle permit required for park entry; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.
Tunes and Blooms at the Zoo (see Thu 7)
THURSDAY ART PLAY: ARTFUL ARCHITECTS
Learn about the architect who created the CAC, then design your own building. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $5 per non-member child; free for members; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org/experience/calendar/2022/04/14/thursday-art-play-artful-architects.
WILD WITH MY CHILD: WHO’S BEEN HERE? (register)
Discover experiential stations! Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. OR 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.; $11 non-member adult, $7 non-member child, includes daily admission; $5 members; 513831-1711 or cincynature.org.
fri 15
FREE CAM BABY TOURS (register)
Ages 0 - 2 years old will be stimulated during this tour. Strollers are not recommended. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.
CINCINNATI CYCLONES FAN APPRECIATION NIGHT
Dollar hot dogs and more! Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway St., Cincinnati; 7:30 p.m.; $21 day of ($19 advanced), $33 front row day of ($31 advanced); 513-4214111 or heritagebankcenter. com/event/2022/04/15/fanappreciation-weekend.
sat 16
FREE BIG BONE LICK
EASTER EGG HUNT
Bring a basket and hunt for eggs. Big Bone Luck State Historic Site, 3380 Beaver Road, Union; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 859384-3522 or parks.ky.gov/union/ events/events/easter-egg-hunt.
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Treat stations, a Fiona Scavenger Hunt and and the Easter Bunny from 12 - 5 p.m. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; 10
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a.m. - 5 p.m.; included with zoo admission or membership; 513281-4700 or cincinnatizoo.org/ events/easter-celebration.
KINGS ISLAND OPENING WEEKEND
Rides for all ages and don’t forget to finish the day with a famous blueberry ice cream cone. Kings Island, 6300 Kings Island Drive, Mason; 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; daily tickets starting at $45; 513-754-5700 or visitkingsisland.com.
FREE LIBERTY TOWNSHIP
EGG HUNT
Egg hunts divided by age groups, crafts, face painting and the Easter Bunny. Liberty Park, 6757 Yankee Road, Liberty Township; 10 - 11:30 a.m.; 513644-0900 or liberty-township. com/243/Township-Events.
sun 17
Happy Easter!
EASTER BUFFET &
COCKTAIL BAR (register)
The annual buffet. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati; 11:30 a.m., 12:30 or 1:30 p.m.; $55 non-members, $45 members, $15 ages 6 - 12, free for ages 5 and younger; 513-2410343 or embed.showclix.com/ event/easter-buffet2021/listing. events/events/easter-egg-hunt.
mon 18
FREE THE TOME BOOKSTORE GRAND OPENING
A brand-new bookstore and coffee shop! Gift cards and gifts will be given out to customers at random all day long. The Tome Bookstore, 2123 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati; 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; 513-206-0377 or facebook.com/ TheTomeBookstore.
tue 19
FREE STORY TIME AT KING ARTHUR’S COURT (See Tue 5) CHIPPIE’S SENSATIONAL KIDS CLUB: MAKE EVERY DAY EARTH DAY (register)
Preschoolers learn how to care for the planet through stories, crafts and experiments. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $3 lab fee per participant, plus admission, $9 adults, $8 seniors 60+, $5 children, free for members; 859491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.
DISNEY’S FROZEN
This magical show is recommended for ages 6 and older. Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati; 7:30 p.m.; tickets starting at $49, VIP Ticket Packages available; 513-621-2787 or cincinnatiarts.org/events/detail/ disneys-frozen.
Trolls LIVE! is at the Heritage Bank Center on Sat., April 30.
thu 21
FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY
Learn about green initiatives. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 10 - 11 a.m.; valid vehicle permit required for park entry; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
THURSDAY ART PLAY: HAPPY EARTH DAY
Earth-friendly art projects. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $5 non-member child, free for members; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org/ experience/calendar/2022/04/21/ thursday-art-play-happy-earthday.
fri 22
Happy Earth Day! FAMILY SUNSET SAFARI – GOODNIGHT ZOO (register)
Say, “good night” to daytime animals and “good morning” to nocturnal ones. One adult must register per family group. Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; $50 pp non-member, $45 pp member; 513-559-7767 or cincinnatizoo. org/education/overnight-adventures/after-hours-programs.
sat 23
FARM FAMILY FUN DAY (register)
Feel a bunny’s soft fur, pet a baby chick’s fluffy feathers and tuck a seed into soil. Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road, Cincinnati; 10 - 11 a.m. OR 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; $6 - $12; 513-563-6663 or eventbrite. com/e/275983071797.
FREE GREATER CINCINNATI EARTH DAY FESTIVAL
Cincinnati’s 52nd Anniversary of Earth Day with exhibitors, music and food. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash; 12 - 5 p.m.; 513-2609025 or cincinnatiearthdayorg. mailchimpsites.com.
HEROINES OF OUR HISTORY
Reenactors in historical clothing plus activities. Heritage Village Museum, 11500 Lebanon Road, Sharonville; 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 ages 5 - 11; free for members and ages 4 and younger; 513-563-9484 or heritagevillagecincinnati.org.
NIGHT NATION RUN
A course with live DJs, lights and bubbles.Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati; 6 p.m.; $60 full price; nightnationrun. com/cincinnati.
FREE SENSORY SATURDAYS
A socially distanced program for children with developmental disabilities. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org/ events-programs.
WALKING TOUR: AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY IN OTR
Discover African American history on a walking tour starting at Ziegler Park, 1322 Sycamore St., Cincinnati; 2 - 4 p.m.; $15 non-members, $10 members; 513-241-0343 or embed. showclix.com/event/walkingtourafricanamerican-otr.
sun 24
FREE FAMILY FUN FEST
Enjoy a fun and free afternoon together making crafts, playing games and learning about nature, too! 931 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland; 12 - 4 p.m.; 513526-5076 or fffest.wixsite.com/ familyfun.
sat 30
TROLLS LIVE!
See Poppy, Branch and the Trolls during this glitter-filled show. Heritage Bank Center, 100 Broadway St., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. OR 2 p.m.; tickets starting at $15; 513-421-4111 or heritagebankcenter.com/event/2022/04/ trolls-live.
