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Betsy said, “Take them to the well.”
ere’s May, and here we are finally in the pathway of lovely spring and soon enough sweltering summer. All moms everywhere know that May has Mother’s Day in it. We all have a kind of expectation about it whether we admit it or not. We’d like breakfast in bed. We’d like to be taken out for a lovely dinner. We’d like flowers, and for someone else to do the housework. Some of us will get treated royally, others of us will be, well, let down. It is always helpful to be remembered for all of the trying and caring and tending to we moms do for our families. We’re all doing the best we can. That’s all we can do. You may be married, you may be single, you may have found a way to some kind of balance in your life, or maybe not. You’re in deep with the demands of each day. You work, you pay bills, you clean house, you wipe noses, you buy groceries, you pump gas, you want more, you want better, you dream for yourself, you dream for your kids and you try not to succumb to all the stuff that wants to pull you down. There’s the bad news of the day, the unpaid mortgage, the price of bread, a bad report card, a health issue, a lost dog — the list is endless. With all the challenges and expectations we have as moms, our children will have them, too. The question is, how do you equip yourself each day to deal with life’s ups and downs in order to equip your children as well? How do you demonstrate capability? How do you show your kids how to get through good days as well as bad with grace, knowing they learn this from you? Tired of baby and toddler care one weary afternoon years ago, I wondered something like that outloud to my mother-in-law, Betsy, who has always been there for me. We were sitting on the floor with my baby boy and 2-year-old little girl. Betsy said five very important words to me: “Take them to the well.” I looked at her, not following, before realizing she was talking about God. Now, you might call it something else. You might call what you believe in “The Realms.” You might call it science or even just “whatever.” When Betsy said, “Take them to the well,” she was talking about God. She was talking about faith. “They don’t have to believe it,” she said. “But it’s your job as a mother to take them there and let them know about it.” I believed her. This wise, witty, talented, independent, self-fulfilled woman was medicine-free at that time and now in her 80s still is. She astonishes her doctor. She is full of happy life. I want my children to have a life well lived. To see beyond the machines and gadgets everyone hoards today and to look up and marvel at the stars, notice the different blooming flowers each spring, care about other people who have less than they do and be equipped to take care of their children one day with a love larger than their hearts can even hold, a love that never quits. To have the stamina they need to get through thick or thin. When Betsy told me to take my children to the well, I took myself there first and then I brought my kids. You have yourself and you have your children. Carpe diem. Happy life. Happy mother’s month!
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The Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County’s new Summer Learning series kicks off on Saturday, May 31 with parties at the Main Library and at various branches. Sign up to take part — everyone can earn prizes, including books, school and art supplies, backpacks and electronics. The Library will also introduce new Summer Camp Reading programs at select branches. And Brain Camp returns! School-age children can take part in these free summer day camps at the Main Library and select library branches. Visit cincinnatilibrary. org/summerlearn starting Thursday, May 1 to sign up.
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There’s a new play center in town — Pogo Play, located at 10870 Kenwood Road in Blue Ash! The 20,000-square-foot facility celebrates its grand opening on Saturday, May 10 with plenty of fun activities and a special performance from local fave, Zak Morgan. Kids and parents can check out the Ultimate Playground, a basketball court, party rooms, Lego rooms, and organic meals and snacks from Allison’s Café & Gourmet Coffee. Get all the details at gopogoplay.com or call 513-432-5593.
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Come On, Get Organized! Spring cleaning may feel like an overwhelming task, but it comes down to taking a few simple steps, according to Lisa Woodruff of Organize 365 and Myla Perry of The Messy Moms. “Spring is coming, and with warmer days comes the unquenchable desire to PURGE and organize! I know, because as a professional organizer my phone has started ringing off the hook!” says Woodruff, advising spring cleaners to use the following steps to get organized: • Pick a realistic amount of time to devote to spring cleaning and organizing, whether that’s 30 minutes or three days. • Get your supplies ready! Do you need to stock up on trash bags? Try using two different colors — one for trash and one for donations. • Decide if you will have a garage sale. If so, set the date, and find a location to start piling your sale items. • Pretend you’re putting your house up for sale. What needs to be fixed? Is it time to deep clean the carpets? Then prioritize that list into must get done, would like to get done and doesn’t matter if it gets done. • Turn on your favorite music and start working on your must get done list. “Being ‘better organized’ is one of my goals EVERY year. Yet, every year I can feel I’m not getting any better,” adds Perry. “Once I really begin reflecting, I’m able to see areas of improvement, and I celebrate! So first reflect on where you used to be and celebrate how you’ve grown. Maybe the fact it’s even a desire to become better organized is worth celebrating. Use that energy to build your confidence. Once you decide to tackle a project, plan accordingly and share your plan with someone else. The purpose of connecting with others is to keep you excited, inspired and celebrating your victories so you want to continue,” she says.
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Now Ear This Little ears hurt dramatically when there’s an infection going on. Here’s what to know and how you can help when it happens to your child. By Jamie Lober
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that in about three to four days the pain may be uncomfortable but then will start getting better on its own,” says Guiot. If given antibiotics, you’ll usually notice improvement in discomfort within 24 to 48 hours. While you naturally do not want your child’s ears to hurt, sometimes there’s nothing you can do. “There has been a lot of evidence that says ear infections, even if bacterial, will go away by themselves about 75 to 80 percent of the time without any antibiotics,” says Guiot. Pediatricians tend to make a plan just in case. “We do what’s called a safety prescription where even if we see the ear infection we will say if it doesn’t get better in two days, go fill it,” says Guiot. If the child is younger than 2 years old, an antibiotic may be given if he feels particularly terrible. Ear infections can happen to anyone and there’s no surefire prevention. “There are theories that if you nurse your baby it will decrease your risk and the
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Tasty Baby Food. WE ASK: What do you think if you see a new mom seasoning baby food to make it more flavorful for her baby? It’s not your business. I’d say it’s your baby, do what you want. It’s no one’s business what one feels is best for their kids. Missi Luh-Barraclough
Baby food is bland for a reason. Funny ... babies don’t care about taste yet. They make baby food for a reason and in different stages for a reason. Baby food has exactly what babies need for the different stages of development and nutrition. You would traditionally nurse a newborn or give formula if not possible — baby food’s the same. You don’t just feed big people food to an infant. Yes, back in the day they did, but obviously we have come a long way and I would say the researchers and pediatricians may know a little more on this than most. Rebecca Mullins
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Nothing wrong with seasoning a baby’s food with herbs and spices. It helps them develop a wider palate. Obviously you want to stay away from salt and spicy flavorings that could hurt their tummies, but beyond that, have at it.
It depends on the age. If Baby is just starting “solid” food, I recommend against seasoning so that Baby learns to appreciate food in its purest form. However, I see nothing wrong with it once they are toddlers and pretty much eating what everyone else eats.
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Just make your own. Most store bought baby food has very little taste at all, if you’re going to go through the trouble of seasoning to your taste, make your own. Leslie Graham Shute
As long as it’s not salt. Seasonings are good, just no salt. I wouldn’t say anything unless it was salt she was putting on it! Laura Moon
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People are set in their ways and will do what they know to do. Oh, goodness. My grandma always did this with every baby that came into her house. Salt and butter in the baby food, and vanilla and sugar in the milk. The never got sick, but yes, their taste buds are different than ours. I would probably say something just like I did with my grandma, but people are stubborn and set in their ways, so it probably wouldn’t do any good.
Babies have under developed taste buds, so why bother? It’s not necessary, their taste buds aren’t developed. Emily Anderson Weiss
Good for her! I’d say, “Good for you!” Baby food is so bland. If you give your baby more flavors they will eat real food and not be picky eaters. Alice Rericha
Not my business, but why flavor store bought and not make your own? I wouldn’t say anything to her — not my business. Personally though, I wouldn’t flavor baby food, or I’d just make my own. Chrissy Grimes Norris
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“I would never force a child to ride a ride if they didn’t want to,” Talley says. “Don’t do it. I’ve seen parents do it and it’s disastrous. Kids become afraid. Ask them. If they say no, don’t push them,” Talley says. “They will do it when they get older and when they see other older kids do it.” Local mom Lesley Chambers also visits Kings Island regularly with her kids. She says the best time to avoid long lines is early in the summer on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. You can also avoid crowds on drizzly days when many families stay away from the park. Chambers has a few time and money saving strategies of her own: “Have your kids measured and get them wrist bands when you first arrive at the station by the entrance,” she says. She recommends that parents spring for the souvenir cups because the discounted refills make drinks much cheaper. Feed the kids before
going, then bring healthy snacks with you, especially for toddlers and babies waiting for older kids on rides. You can opt for the All Day Dining Plan that lets you choose from one of several entrees and a side item at participating locales in the park (cost is $29.99 per person) but be aware it does not include drinks! Chamber’s family loves the dry park, but they love Soak City, Kings Island’s water park, too. Wear bathing suits under your clothes, Chambers says — and check little one’s swim diapers often! Plan on making a day of it and staying at the park for the fireworks show that takes place after closing. For late riders still trying to get in just one more ride before closing, Chambers suggests a timing game: have the different older people in your group get in different lines just before closing, she says. “Because everyone in the line gets to ride even after they close!” Charles Infosino is a local writer.
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In the Blink of a Children grow up so fast, it’s important to be aware of that: live each day as the gift it is and cherish time with your kids.
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childhood 9,467,000 minutes.
157,785 hours. 6,574 days. Eighteen years can seem like a long time. Yet childhood with our kids often feels like it will disappear “in the blink of an eye.” To hold back its passage, don’t stop blinking. Instead, check out these five tips from moms and experts on how to prolong and savor each phase of childhood while it lasts.
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Engage Your Child Margaret Philbrick found reading aloud to her children to be a powerful way to slow down time. Sitting together snuggled on her bed created a cozy nighttime bubble. “It’s good because it chills them out and their minds stop running,” she explains. For her oldest son (now in college) the habit stayed from infancy through high school. But her middle child only agreed to read with her through eighth grade. Then the two switched to weekly dates at a coffee shop where they take a half hour to talk together. Philbrick advises, “Engage with your child, no matter what age they are. Do something they love with them, not watching them.” For your child a regular touch point might come in the form of tossing a ball in the back yard or working together on a craft. What you do isn’t as important as finding a common interest in which you can come together over and over across the years.
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Celebrate “Lasts” “Any time there is going to be a ‘last’ I make sure we’re going to be a part of it,” says Barbara Vetter, mother of three. “I can’t say I necessarily look out for them all the time, because some of them just happen and you don’t know it’s going to be the last time. So that makes every one that more important.” Being intentional about acknowledging the last time a child will experience something started for Vetter after reading Karen Kingsbury’s book Let Me Hold You Longer. In it, a mother talks to her young son about how it’s not so much his “firsts” that she wants to take note of (first tooth, first word, first day of school). She details instead the “lasts” she hopes to remember (last baby bottle, last day of kindergarten, last time wearing a high school jersey). Vetter points out that the end of an era marked by a “last” creates an opportunity to talk with a child about what you remember. In fact, she believes that “firsts” are about the child, while “lasts” may be more for parents. She explains, “We naturally track the ‘firsts.’ They’re reaching a milestone, so you want to record it. But maybe with the ‘last’ you’re reaching a milestone — the milestone that they’re going on to the next stage.”
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Mark Off Rites of Passage Creating traditions around special dates, milestones and ages can help us to pause and notice
more. Doing a specific activity on that occasion gives us a point of grounding, an anchor in time that slows us for a moment. One father created a tradition of making a particularly tough mountain climb with each of his daughters on their 13th birthday. The trip gave them time alone together and a great setting to spur contemplation. Ann Kroeker, author of Not So Fast: Slow-Down Solutions for Frenzied Families, shares that on birthdays her family encourages the person being celebrated to offer observations about themselves. “We try to ask questions — the same number of questions as the person’s age. And that has become a fun reflection on the past year and how their interests have changed or stayed the same.”
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Create a Time Capsule Map out the high points and moments of growth in your child’s life to date on a timeline. Or stash mementos from those occasions in a box for safe keeping. Go back occasionally to update and reflect. Invite your child to contribute their memories and keepsakes too. Vetter does this with her children. They each have a container in which they store items that are meaningful to them. Periodically she will look through the contents with the child. When her middle child completed elementary school recently, the two took time to reminisce about the highlights his Cub Scout pinewood derbies, special papers he wrote, awards he won.
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Live in the Moment Because we want to treasure our children’s accomplishments, we can become caught up in recording special events — we’ve all seen the “Mamarazzi” lined up holding video and digital cameras during school performances. But a camera creates a buffer between us and the action. The event passes without us experiencing it. Make a goal of capturing a few shots or select minutes of footage. Then put the camera down and enjoy. The same goes for editing and preserving what we’ve captured. As Kroeker says, “To spend all of one’s time scrapbooking, writing or photographing — in other words, focusing too much on chronicling life — could possible steal from our actual life. That is, we don’t want the chronicling of life to become life.” Create a scrapbook page or two for each memory. Crop a few photos. Write a short entry. Then move on. No one will know how much more you could have done. And you’ll have enough pieces to trigger the memories of what you experienced. The most important key to keeping your kid’s childhood from slipping away is to love them and enjoy the time you have. As Vetter says, “It’s all about the relationship. Having them take a piece of you with them when they go, when they’re done in your home.” Lara Krupicka is a parenting journalist and mom to three girls who seem to be speeding their way toward growing up.
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You’ve got your hands full if you have twins, triplets or more. Now let’s figure out how to celebrate them on their big day!
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Throwing Birthday Parties for Multiples
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hen two or more of your crew share the same birth date, managing parties might mean double duty — all while trying to make each child feel special. Get some words of wisdom from local moms who know just how to make a party work for twins, triplets or more!
Make It A DIY Party Tabatha Steinhaus, mother to 4-and-a-half-yearold twin girls, has planned plenty of parties. While she currently throws one party for both girls, she budgets for two, allowing for plenty of friends and fun. The twins’ first year featured a ladybug theme, followed by Thing 1 and Thing 2 for their second birthday. Their third birthday was all about princesses, including a special visit from Cinderella, and their fourth birthday party included an appearance by Tinkerbell. Tabitha keeps costs down by doing much of the handiwork herself, with a little help from her mother-in-law. “I make most everything!” she says. She’s taken cake decorating classes and sewing classes for the girls’ party outfits, but what will she do come the time the twins want different things? “I’d be down for whatever they want,” Steinhaus laughs. “We’re flexible — and we like to throw parties!”
we went with a Dr. Seuss’ Thing 1 and Thing 2 party. It was perfect and we had so many cute decorations and ideas! We had all of the guests write a personal message inside of a Cat in the Hat book for the twins to read when they get older. For their second birthday, we went with a Dora and Diego theme. They absolutely loved it. Our chalk wall was decorated with drawings of the characters. And they loved the pull string Dora and Diego piñatas.”
Spreading Things Out Having two separate parties can be a lot to handle, but local mom Laurie Kramer found a way: “I always chose one theme for the party (Yo Gabba Gabba, Thomas the Train, John Deere, etc.) as both boys always enjoyed the same things, but for their fifth birthday, I decided to throw two parties at once so both of them felt individual and special.” One of Kramer’s boys, Bryson, had a construction worker party with a cake topped with bulldozers, while Brody had a Nascar party with a cake topper of a Nascar. Both cakes were primary colors so Kramer was able to decorate with red, blue, green and orange decorations. Kramer admits that this year is a little more difficult, now that the boys are in different classes. “I don’t want to invite 40 kids and also don’t want parents to feel like they have to bring gifts to two different parties. At this point I’m thinking about different options. I’m tossing around the idea of just having a small family party this year.”
Even when throwing one party, there are ways to make each child feel special. Jessica Weisenberger says, “I have 3-and-a-half-yearold triplets. I make sure each girl gets her own personalized cake. We sing to each girl individually and we coordinate the theme to what they want. Luckily they have all wanted the same theme, but this year they keep saying they each want something different! So we’ll see where that takes us. I’m all about fair. I also celebrate their half birthdays and each has a special day each year close to NICU homecoming day where it’s ‘their day.’” Rebecca Klingenberg says, “I have a 6-yearold and then 3-year-old twins — all girls. Since my twins were born in December, we did a Winter ‘ONE’derland party. We’ve done the Very Hungry Caterpillar, and then I had a party in which all three girls were combined and it was a Ballerina themed party. In order to make them feel special on their birthday, we put crepe paper covering each of their bedroom doors so they can ‘bust’ out of their room in the morning. They loved this when they turned 3 when we did it for the first time.” But it’s the little things that make a child feel special. Klingenberg says, “We do separate birthday cakes and make sure to sing the birthday song twice when we have their party. It’s your birthday so you deserve to be sung to individually.” J Sherry Hang is editor for this publication.
Boys and Girls A little extra planning may be necessary when throwing a party for a boy and a girl, especially when they’re older. Beth Giglio, mother to 5-yearold twins — a boy and girl — says, “As they get older, I think it is really important to ask them what they want to do — and find things that they like to do. We have always done two cakes because they have different preferences. And fortunately, they are still young so their friends overlap, but at the time they do not, I am sure I will do separate parties in some way to ensure they know they are individuals versus the same person.” Says Kim Porter, “I have 2-year-old boy/girl twins so it’s a bit harder to decide on a theme that suits the both of them. For their first birthday
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There are so many places you can have a birthday party. We’ve rounded up some of our favorites to help you plan the best party yet! CAKES, CUPCAKES & CONFECTIONS Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky are loaded with bakeries that sell specialty cakes and party desserts. Here are some of our faves that let you host the party right in the store!
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CUPCAKE CRAZY IN CINCINNATI 7458 Montgomery Road 513-984-1100 cupcakecrazyincincinnati.com Choose from a smattering of themes and host your party right inside this cupcake spot. Kids learn decorating tips and decorate two cupcakes — one to eat, and one to take home.
GIGI’S CUPCAKES 7940 Hosbrook Road, Kenwood 513-985-4440 • gigiscupcakesusa. com/cincinnatioh Cupcake decorating parties can accommodate up to 12 children. Each child creates a masterpiece out of a Gigi’s cupcake after learning about fondant and basic decorating. Call for pricing and details about add-ons, like crafts and goody bags.
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INSPIRING KIND BOUTIQUE BAKERY 7757 Five Mile Road 513-321-1705 • inspiringkind.com Kids can experience a hands-on baking party, or younger kids can decorate a cake or a cookie. Parties for at least six children include all supplies, including goody bags, as well as activities and games, a snack and of course, cupcakes or a themed cake. Call well in advance of your planned party date.
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TRES BELLE CAKES AND COFFEE SHOP 400 W. Benson St. 513-260-9883 tresbellecakes.com Parties for up to 10 kids start at $200 ($15 for each additional person). Kids get four cupcakes to decorate with a variety of candies, sprinkles and more. Add-ons like a hot chocolate bar, a yogurt parfait bar or a keepsake canvas child’s apron are available for an additional fee.
PARTY IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS! Head to the park for a great sunny-day party! GREAT PARKS OF HAMILTON COUNTY (greatparks.org) offers a variety of park settings for your party. Picnic shelters with amenities like ball fields, playgrounds and volleyball posts and nets are offered at Embshoff Woods, Lake Isabella, Miami Whitewater Forest, Sharon Woods, Shawnee Lookout, Winton Woods and Woodland Mound. They can accommodate 90 - 360 people. Day use lodges with amenities such as kitchens, bathrooms and two of the three with air conditioning allow you to plan an event that lasts the
entire day, and well into the night. Bring in your own home cooking or your favorite caterer. The lodges are located at Sharon Woods, Lake Isabella and Fernbank Park. To make a reservation, call Guest Services at 513-521-7275 Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. CINCINNATI PARKS (cincinnatiparks.com) hosts birthday parties for ages 5 - 12 in five nature centers (Avon Woods, Caldwell Preserve, California Woods, LaBoiteaux Woods, and Trailside/Burnet Woods) during most weekends in mid-August through mid-April. A party for up to 10 children includes themes like Creepy Crawly, Forest Friends, Winged Wonders or Fantastic Fossils (parents bring the cake and party favors). Cost is $125 for up to 10 children ($10 for each additional child). Shelter reservations are also available at French, Drake, Jackson Hill, Mt. Echo, and Rapid Run parks, as well as Mt. Airy Forest, and can hold up to 75 people. Cost is $50 Mon - Thu, $100 for Fri Sun. Group picnic areas can also be reserved for larger parties and range in price from $135 to $160. Just call 513-321-6070 at least three weeks in advance to reserve.
CLERMONT COUNTY PARKS (parks.clermontcountyohio.gov/ shelters.aspx) offers shelters to rent for your party. Sycamore Park (4082 State Route 132, Batavia) has two shelters available for rent from 10 a.m. - dark. The small shelter holds 50 people and rents for $75, while the large shelter holds 150 people and rents for $100. Chilo Lock 34 Park (521 County Park Road, Chilo) has one shelter holding 50 people available for rent for $75. Pattison Park (2228 US Highway 50, Batavia) has one shelter available to hold up to 150 people, and costs $100. Pattison Park also has a Lodge (250 people, $200 Mon - Thu, $550 Sun, $650 Sat) and Gazebo available for rent. Hartman Log Cabin (5272 Aber Road, Williamsburg) is a historic log house, built in 1838, that’s available for small parties. The capacity is 49 people. An outdoor picnic shelter is on site, and is included in the rental during the summer months ($125 - $175). BOONE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION has shelters that can be reserved April through October for $35 and holds anywhere from 25 to 80 people, depending on which park you choose (Boone Woods, England-Idlewild, Walton, Central,
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Lincoln Woods, Giles Conrad or Gunpowder Creek at Sperti Woods). Shelter reservations must be paid 10 days in advance; call 859-3342117 to reserve a shelter, and visit boonecountyky.org for details about the parks’ amenities. KENTON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION offers shelters for $65 - $80, depending on the location, size and amenities of each shelter (most shelters can accommodate up to 100 guests). You can reserve a shelter online at kentoncounty.org or call 859-525PLAY (7529).
COOL PLACES Looking for something different? Check out these spots for a twist on the big day’s celebration!
Crafts and Construction Michaels and Jo-Ann Fabrics both offer birthday packages that include a guided craft activity, while parents bring along refreshments and decorations for the party room. Home Depot offers regular kids’ workshop — try calling your local store to see about bringing a group to the class. (please turn the page)
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For a Family Feel The Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center (4244 Hamilton Ave.) offers $200 birthday parties with classic themes like a Teddy Bear Tea Party, All Aboard the Birthday Train, Jammin’ in the Jungle, Sports of All Sorts and more. Parties take place in a Victorian home, with access to a fenced front yard, a gated back deck, a covered porch and the entire first floor to spread out. A Children’s Event Coordinator handles all the details, including cake or cookie design, so all you have to do is arrive and enjoy. Call 513-591-2332 or visit theplaceforfamilies.com.
Birthdays on the Farm Save this info for the fall! Head to Bonnybrook Farms (3779 State Route 132, Clarksville; bonnybrookfarms.com) for parties between Sept. 20 - Oct. 26. Reserve a picnic table to hold your brought-in cake and make a food order from the Farm Kitchen
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Café. Then let the kids go wild with pumpkins, ponies, wagon rides and more. Hidden Valley Fruit Farm (5474 North State Route 48, Lebanon; hiddenvalleyfruitfarm. com) offers bonfire parties, ultimate hayride parties and a barnyard party that’s perfect for kids. RSVP and get a quote for the party and the tasty spread the staff can create for you.
Get Active! Kids who just can’t sit still will have a blast at the UC Rec Center (2820 Bearcat Way). Choose from several party packages like the Climbing Wall that lets kids climb laterally as well as vertically on the bouldering wall; the Gymnasium that includes exclusive use of two basketball courts; and the Leisure Pool which boasts a zero-depth entry and is great for kids and their grownups. Or combine activities to totally wear out the party guests. All parties include use of the Wet Room to store towels, gym bags and cake and drinks. Party packages range in price from $110 - $260, call 513556-0671 or e-mail Robert.weeks@ uc.edu.
For Story Lovers Have a birthday “partee” at blue manatee children’s bookstore & decafe (3054 Madison Road; 513-
731-2665; bluemanateebooks. com) for kids turning 3 and older. The party room can hold up to 12 children (six, for kids turning 3). Kids will play games, enjoy book readings and have fun with an Art Educator, while parents can rest easy knowing that details like snacks, paper products and even a list of gifts for thank you notes are all handled. Parties are $190 for up to six children, and an additional $15 per child up to 12 kids; available between 1 - 4 p.m. Sat - Sun; e-mail parties@ bluemanateebooks.com.
Get Your Art On Artistic kids can experiment with a fused glass activity at Brazee Street School of Glass (4426 Brazee St.; brazeestreetstudios. com). Kids can work individually or on a group project for the guest of honor at a party for up to 16 guests that includes glass preparation and instruction and kiln firing (pieces can be picked up a week later). Parents bring along snacks and treats, along with an iPod for your own party music. Parties start at $300, and add-ons are available, including glass bead making for ages 11 and older (additional fees involved). Call 513-321-0206 or e-mail info@brazeestreetstudios. com.
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A rainbow themed party works well and it’s easy to implement. Make decorations out of different colored streamers, have a rainbow cake, make a rainbow platter of fruit (strawberries, oranges, pineapple, green grapes, blueberries), play “Twister,” make a rainbow craft.
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SUPERHEROES Whether it’s Spiderman, Batman or Iron Man, superhero parties are a hit. Tell guests to come in costume. Do a make-your-own superhero mask, use toothpicks to decorate food with print outs like “Wham!”, “Pow!” and “Boom!” Have the superheroes play Tug of war, or make a Superhero obstacle course.
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ARTSY Kids are incredibly creative, so why not turn them loose onto some blank paper or a canvas with paints, crayons and other tools? They can each create their own masterpiece, or work together on a group project for the birthday child.
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927 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland 513-683-4757 cmhschool.com Celebrating over 40 years of authentic Montessori education for students 3 - 12 yrs. Offering half- and full-day programs, before- and after-school care, and after-school enrichment options. Each classroom is a partnership of experienced, treasured teachers and multi-age communities. CMH summer camps offer children a great opportunity to extend their learning while having fun around the campus. More information and a camp schedule on our website. 6408 Thornberry, Mason 513-770-6776 creativetotsmason.com Creative Tots has specialized in the private education of toddler, preschool and pre-K children for more than 20 years. Our holistic approach allows children the opportunity to learn, explore, play, and grow while engaging in the fine arts and Montessori activities. Our modernized curriculum is rich in opportunities to use creativity, solve problems, use language, develop new vocabulary and reading skills, while engaging in intellectual activities. Toddler, preschool, and pre-K and beyond camps held each summer. Details and registration available on our website.
The Seven Hills School
Hillsdale Campus: 5400 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati 513-728-2400 Doherty Campus: 2726 Johnstone Place, Cincinnati 7hills.org An award-winning independent, non-sectarian and coeducational school serving students 2 yrs. - grade 12 on two campuses. An intellectually vibrant environment encourages personal attention and the average class size is 15. Educating the whole child with a college-prep, 21st century curriculum. Our summer program offers a full spectrum of high-interest activities, from architectural modeling and wakeboarding to top-secret science, fantasy football, gourmet cooking, Lego robotics, kite making, space exploration and many more.
16795 State Rt. E, Rolla, MO 573-458-2125 myanimalcamp.com • director@bearriverranch.com Animals, animals, animals! Campers feed monkeys, work llamas, hold baby kangaroos, play with puppies, bunnies and kittens. Our Jr. Vet program is a perfect fit for anyone who wants to become a vet (great for college applications!) 100+ activity choices including archery, zip lines, pottery, and swimming. Transportation available from the St. Louis airport. 3400 Vine Street, Cincinnati 513-559-7767 opt. 4 cincinnatizoo.org Register today for the wildest summer break yet! Fun, educational and age-appropriate topics every week! Full- and half-day programs available. Zoo member discounts.
ARTS CAMPS The Art Academy of Cincinnati
1212 Jackson St., Cincinnati 513-562-8748 artacademy.edu/community_education • commed@artacademy.edu Camp Art Academy is an award-winning, memorable art experience for your camper. This program will cultivate and direct your child’s creativity and imagination in the visual arts! Small class sizes ensure each child receives individual attention. Campers work in unique and unusual art materials to unlock creativity. Mornings focus on 2-D art and afternoons “take it to the next level” with 3-D projects. Campers are grouped by age with activities that maximize interest. Classes are taught by highly trained artists and art educators from an accredited institution. Classes are available for full-day and half-day, with optional before- and after-care, at two convenient locations: the Art Academy of Cincinnati and Clifton Cultural Arts Center. With six great and unique weekly themes, Camp Art Academy is sure to capture the interest and skills of each young artist!
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Art Workshops at FUNKe Fired Arts
3130 Wasson Road, Hyde Park 513-406-4009 theartworkshipinc.net • the artworkshopinc@gmail.com Awesome art camps with 14 different art subjects to explore including pottery wheel, creative clay, painting, drawing, make a pet, pop art, project runway, recycled art, sculpture and cartooning. Camps offered for children as young as 6 yrs. Some special camps for 4 - 5 year-olds. Before- and after-care available. Half-day and full-day camps with special pricing for families. Morning camps run 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Afternoon camps run 1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Baldwin Music Education Center
3799 Hyde Park Ave., Cincinnati 513-351-1109 baldwinmusiceducenter.com For more than 50 years, BMEC has provided specially designed music classes for students ages 6 mos. and up. The unique preschool music program includes keyboards, rhythm instruments, movement and singing as a way to learn musical concepts through everyday experiences. In addition, trained group music teachers offer group piano classes for ages 5 and up. Conveniently and centrally located, BMEC also offers family discounts.
Cincinnati Children’s Choir Festival
UC- CCM Preparatory Department, Cincinnati 513-556-0338 cincinnatichoir.org • choir@cincinnatichoir.org July 28 - Aug. 2. Singers ages 9 - 15 will visit UC’s campus to experience sessions in vocal artistry, sight-singing, musicianship through movement, music theory and music history/world music. The festival culminates with a concert featuring the Festival Choir and members of the gold medal-winning Cincinnati Children’s Choir. Tuition: $200.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Summer Theatre Day Camp
962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati 513-421-3888 cincyplay.com The Playhouse offers summer camp sessions for students entering grades 1 - 12. Classes are taught by theater professionals in a fun, no-fail environment. All levels of experience are welcome!
Christ Church Cathedral
318 E. 4th St., Cincinnati 513-621-1817 christchurchcincinnati.org/camps • bmendez@cccath.org (art) • scasurella@cccath.org (choir) Music and Art in a Sacred Space. Children can explore Christian spirituality through music and art camps. Choir Camp, June 16 - 20. Art Camp, June 23 - 27. Ages 6 and up. $75 first camp registration; $50 for second camp or second child.
Dance Etc.
5985 Meijer Drive, Milford 513-576-1400 dance-etc.com We offer four-day dance and tumbling camps for ages 3 and up. These offer the perfect introduction to dance and tumbling. Choose one or all of our camps in a variety of themes including Broadway Kids, Tinkerbell Camp and Cheerleading Camp. We also offer weekly classes throughout the summer.
French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts
350 Bouchoux Brook Road, Hancock, NY 800-634-1703 frenchwoods.com • admin@frenchwoods.com Located in the Catskills of New York, this performing arts camp offers dance, music, circus, magic, visual arts, some sports and horseback riding for campers ages 7 - 17.
Mad Potter Pottery Studio
7754 Camargo Road, Cincinnati 513-561-1888 madpottercincinnati.com Get creative on your summer break! Pottery painting, glass mosaics, crafts and games. Two sessions July 14 - 18 for ages 6 - 8, and July 21 - 25 for ages 10 - 13. Classes meet 10 a.m. - 12 noon daily. Discount for additional siblings.
MamLuft & Co. Dance Camp
at Contemporary Dance Theater, 1805 Larch Ave., Cincinnati 513-494-6526 mlco.org • dance@mamluftcodance.org Contemporary Dance Theater and MamLuft & Co. Dance offer an all-day camp, Aug. 4 - 8, focus on dance and other activities. Driven to help your 5- to 10-year-old find confidence through healthy movement, the camp teaches modern dance, ballet, art and crafts, and other fun activities, including optional after care up to 6 p.m.
The Music Factory
themusicfactoryonline.com 513-545-7125 Celebrating 10 years of music education classes, for children 6 months to 5 years, taught onsite at your preschool or day care! These 30-minute award-winning classes lay the musical foundation through seasonal activities, creative movement, singing and the use of rhythm instruments. This musical environment also enhances the listening, language development and gross motor skills for children.
School of Rock Mason Summer Camp
755 Reading Road, Ste. 1, Cincinnati 513-770-1257 mason.schoolofrock.com • mason@schoolofrock.com Want to perform a live concert? One-week performance camps for students capable of playing through a song. Camps rehearse for a week then perform a live concert on Friday evening. Just starting out on guitar, bass, drums, keys or vocal? Rock 101 Camp introduces kids to each over the five days.
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Stagedoor Manor
116 Karmel Road, Loch Sheldrake, NY 540-337-7619 stagedoormanor.com • info2014@stagedoormanor.com Total theater immersion for performers of all levels ages 10 - 18. Rehearsals and classes result in 14 full-scale shows every three weeks in eight indoor and outdoor theaters. Campers choose either musical or drama productions.
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Cincinnati West and Hamilton 513-779-7278 youngrembrandts.com/cincinnatiwest • jennifer.clarmont@youngrembrants.com Young Rembrandts uses art as a way to develop essential learning skills. We offer child-friendly and relevant subject matter to spark children’s interest and increase knowledge retention, never losing sight that children learn best when they are engaged and entertained. We will teach basic to advanced drawing skills, art techniques, and vocabulary while expressing creativity in a positive environment. All new lessons every session. All supplies are provided.
NATURE CAMPS Cincinnati Nature Center
4949 Tealtown Road, Milford 513-831-1711 cincynature.org Cincy Nature Camps offer week-long, nature day camps for children and teens ages 3 - 15. Camps take place June - Aug. at Cincinnati Nature Center’s two locations. Children challenge their minds and bodies while using their imaginations and creativity. Each camp offers unique, age-appropriate activities introducing children to new and exciting outdoor adventures. Fresh air, hands-on activities, close encounters with animals and plants, and increased knowledge of the natural world help build confidence, generate excitement and gain knowledge about the environment.
Cincinnati Parks Summer Nature Daycamps Register now for our Princess Camps and Summer Dance classes June - August!
18 months - 12 years
Multiple Park Locations 513-321-6208 cincinnatiparks.com • erin.morris@cincinnati-oh.gov Our camps for ages 3 - 14 are voted “Best of the City” for the great value in educational, fun-filled outdoor activities! Hikes, crafts, and games are part of each day. Fees: $45 - $80 weekly. New this year: Harry Potter and 50 Plus Camp. Online registration on our website.
Gorman Heritage Farm – Farm Camp
We offer Fun, Encouraging, & High-Energy Dance Classes! Various Locations in the Cincinnati Area
10052 Reading Road, Cincinnati 513-563-6663 gormanfarm.org/camp • camp@gormanfarm.org Be a farm kid! Camp activities include: interacting with barnyard animals, exploring the woods, gardening, games, hiking, cooking, crafts and more. Special themed camps for wilderness, art, cooking, vet and science. Camp sessions scheduled by age group. Please see our website for full brochure. You will never want to leave.
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SCIENCE CAMPS Camp Invention
campinvention.org • sloman@invent.org 800-968-4332 Led by local educators, the week-long Camp Invention experience immerses elementary school children in hands-on activities that reinvent summer fun. Children spend their time building original prototypes, creating a personalized motor-powered vehicle and taking apart electronics to construct a pinball machine. Discounts available, register today!
iSPACE Summer Day Camps
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3254 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati 513-612-5769 ispacescience.org Voted Best Camp by the readers of Cincinnati Family magazine in the 2013 Best of Parenting poll, iSPACE - The STEM Learning Place, offers 30+ day camp sessions (entering grades K - 12). Transform Lego or Tetrix into robotic animals, smart cars, underwater bots, space rovers or band bots. Ignite imaginations by launching radical rockets, exploring Lego engineering, discovering the ups and downs of living and working in space, and much, much more.
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cincinnati.madscience.org 513-793-6784 Interactive, hands-on science programs for ages 5 - 12. Half- and full-day programs at locations throughout the area, June - Aug. Content is correlated to the State of Ohio Education standards. Children enjoy “make and /or take home” projects and activities each day. Programs range from $10 - $15 per classroom hour. Sibling and early registration discounts available.
Space Camp and Aviation Challenge
One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 800-637-7223 spacecamp.com • kamid@spacecamp.com Space Camp and Aviation Challenge are camp programs of the U.S. Space and Rocket Center located in Huntsville, AL. By focusing on space, aviation and teamwork, you will learn how to become the next generation of astronauts, fighter pilots and leaders. Get ready for a week of non-stop fun and adventure!
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5260 Ohio 95, Mt Gilead 419-751-7077 flyinghorsefarms.org Flying Horse Farms is a camp for children with serious illnesses located in Mt. Gilead. The children who benefit from our camp have illnesses including arthritis, asthma, cancer, bleeding disorders, gastrointestinal disease, heart disease, kidney disease and craniofacial anomalies. Flying Horse Farms is always free of charge.
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PLEASANT HILL OUTDOOR CAMP
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Voted Best Summer Camp in the Cincinnati Area. YMCA Camp Kern is a traditional summer camp with a 104 year history of camping excellence and a “kids and guests first” philosophy. 8 weeks (Sunday through Saturday) of Residential and Semi-Residential Camp beginning June 15th. Open to ages 5-16 Scholarship Opportunities, Good Student Incentives and Monthly Payment Plans Available. Programs include: Ranch Camp, Out Trips, Teen Programming, Literary Theme Camps, Leadership Development, Survivor and Counselors in Training.
WEEKLY HALF & FULL DAY SESSIONS, JUNE-AUGUST FOR AGES 5-12 AT MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
Located 30 minutes from Dayton & 40 minutes from Cincinnati!
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Camp Art Academy is an Artucopia! Moroccan Bazaar award-winning, memorable, fun art A Bounty of Basics July 7-11 June 9-13 experience. Balancing technical instruction Art that Swings! Planet Art! July 14-18 with freedom of self-expression, Camp Art June 16-20 Cartoon & Comic Academy’s curriculum includes fundamental visual Imagining America Drawing art skill building activities, two and three dimensional June 23-27 July 21-25 hands-on experiences, top-notch guest artists, creative problem solving, and weekly exhibits with lots of fun! Classes offered in two locations:
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Chris Mack Basketball Camp
Cintas Center, Xavier University,1624 Herald Ave., Cincinnati 513-745-3417 goxavier.com/camps/xavi-camps.html • basketballcamp@xavier.edu For boys grades 2 - 9 – Day camp is an exciting four day experience in one of the college basketball’s best facilities. From individual instruction to exciting five-on-five tournament play, this is a camper’s unique opportunity to be a part of our program. June 16 - 19, June 30 - July 3, or July 14 - 17. For boys and girls ages 4 - 7 – Little Dribblers Camp offers younger campers an opportunity to experience Xavier Basketball firsthand focusing on the fundamentals of basketball, teamwork and sportsmanship. June 20, July 18.
Cincinnati Recreation Commission 805 Central Avenue, Suite 800 Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-352-4000 To register: www.cincyrec.org/camps
Just added! Sports camps at Lunken Playfield are offered for boys and girls of different ages and include camps for lacrosse, kayak, outdoor adventure, youth multi sport, preschool multi sport and flag rugby. Various camp dates in June, July and August. Camp fees range from $75 - $250 for the week.
Cincinnati Sports Club
3950 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati 513-527-5026 cincinnatisportsclub.com Ages 3 - 12: Kidsports Summer Camp – All summer long we provide a field trip and a special guest appearance every week, games, weekly themes, crafts, swimming and more. Ages 3 - 6: Tumbling Camp – Campers will be active and healthy while having fun and making new friends and learning introductory tumbling. Ages 4 - 12: Junior Racquet Camp – Children will learn the proper strokes and strategies for four exciting racquet and paddle sports.
Hubbard Family Swim School at Kids First Sports Center 7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati 513-530-0123 hubbardswim.com Our priority is to teach children starting as young as 2 mos. to love and respect the water. We are committed to providing swim lessons that build confidence and teach water safety skills in a child-centered environment. Our international reputation for excellence in teaching has grown as a result of our learn-to-swim techniques.
McCallie Sports Camp
500 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga, TN 800-672-2267 msc.mcallie.org • mwood@mccallie.org An action-oriented sports camp for boys with an emphasis on fun. Open to boys ages 9 - 15 of all athletic abilities. Along with team and individual sports, boys enjoy off-campus activities that include Six Flags Over Georgia, an Atlanta Braves game, white water rafting and paint ball.
US Sports Camps
ussportscamps.com The official operator of Nike Sports Camps, this is America’s largest sports camp network. Go to the website and search offerings using the “Select Your Sport” tab located at the top of the homepage.
Black River Farm & Ranch
5040 Sheridan Line, Croswell, MI 810-679-2505 blackriverfarmandranch.com • brranch1962@gmail.com • misspambr@gmail.com Girls who love horses and horseback riding have come to the BR since 1962 for a worry-free and friend filled summer. Set away from the hustle and bustle of the city on 360 acres, girls ages 5 - 15 enjoy our excellent western riding program and our wide variety of activities.
Camp at the J
8485 Ridge Road, Cincinnati 513-722-7249 jointhej.org/summercamps Camp at the J provides great social and cultural opportunities that foster friendships and features good old fashioned fun. In addition to traditional activities such as swimming and archery, Camp at the J offers recycled art, silly science, social action projects and more. For children entering grades K - 8.
Camp Laney
916 West River Road, Mentone, AL 256-634-4066 camplaney.com • rmhammond@mindspring.com Camp Laney is an independent, traditional boys’ camp located on Lookout Mountain in northeastern Alabama. Camp Laney is accredited by the ACA and offers four two-week sessions for ages 8 - 14 and a one-week junior camp session for boys finishing grade 2. Activities include canoeing, water slide, swimming, team sports, ropes course, climbing wall, mountain biking, bouldering, archery, riflery and tennis.
Camp Wildbrook, LTD
9664 Daly Road, Cincinnati 513-931-2196 campwildbrook.com • campwildbrook@cinci.rr.com ACA accredited summer day camp. Family owned and operated for 63 years. Dedicated staff leading active, outdoor, traditional camp activities: daily swim lessons, archery, arts and crafts, basketball, BB air gun, drama and singing, gymnastics, kickball, nature and camping, soccer, softball, tennis, and special events. Six weeks (Jun. 16 Jul. 25), Mon. - Fri., 9:30 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.
Camp Woodmont
381 Moonlight Drive, Cloudland, GA 423-472-6070 campwoodmont.com • alyson@campwoodmont.com Camp Woodmont is a traditional, overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6 - 14. Just 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Camp Woodmont features horseback riding, high ropes/climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery and more. Founded on Christian principles in 1981, Camp Woodmont is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and memories. Open House May 18, 2 - 5 p.m.
The Campus at Kids First - Early Learning Center
7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati 513-629-KIDS thecampuskf.com • info@thecampuskf.com An early learning center for active kids - 6 wks. - preK. For 40 years, the Kids First Sports Center family has been dedicated to our mission of helping kids grow into happy, healthy, responsible adults. It’s true, Campus Kids receive the area’s finest academic and physical education. Your child’s long-term happiness and emotional well-being always comes first at The Campus.
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805 Central Avenue, Ste. 800, Cincinnati 513-352-4000 cincyrec.org/camps Camp CRC Summer Day Camps are offered at many Cincinnati Recreation Commission recreation centers. Camps run 11 weeks, June 2 - Aug. 15. Themed activities include trips and outings, swim lessons and pool time and outdoor play and sports. Camps fees range from $110 to $95 per week. All camps are 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Cornerstone Montessori Summer Camp
2048 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, KY 859-491-9960 cornerstonemontessori.us • office@cornerstonemontessori.us Students dig CMS Summer Camp! Themed weeks include: science, gardening, sports and movement, movement and music, art and more. Children ages 3 - 12 are invited to join our certified Montessori teachers for exploration and fun. Cost: $160 per week, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday - Friday. Aftercare is available from 3:00 - 5:30 p.m. Call for details.
Falcon Camp
4251Delta Road SW, Carrollton 800-837-CAMP falconcamp.com • info@falconcamp.com Ohio’s premier summer camp since 1959. Boys and girls ages 6 - 16 enjoy a beautiful lakefront setting, wide variety of activities, and outstanding staff. “Fun for Now, Skills for Life” is more than a catchy logo. It really defines the environment created at Falcon. ACA accredited. References available. Great fun!
The Goddard School Summer Camps
1280 Nagel Road, Anderson Township 513-474-5292 goddardschool.com/schools/anderson-township-oh/schools.gspx Looking for an active summer camp for your kids? Then come join The Goddard School Summer Camp. This year’s theme is “Where in the World is Carmen San Diego?” Our camps are designed for young and curious minds, ages toddler - 10 yrs. Children will enjoy our expanded campus, large indoor gym, crafts, cooking projects, sewing, gymnastics, garden activities, sports, behind the scenes tours and lots of field trips. Full and half day camps available.
Great Parks of Hamilton County - Circle of Life
Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville 513-563-4513 greatparks.org/learn/daycamps For ages 4 - 5. Children will get up-close with snake eggs, live frogs and many more animals during camp. Through these hands-on activities, hiking, pond exploration and crafts your child will have fun while learning the life cycles of various animals. A tasty snack will be provided. July 8 - 11, 9:30 a.m. - noon.
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Greenacres Summer Camps
Dream BIG!
8255 Spooky Hollow Road, Cincinnati 513-891-4227 green-acres.org • camps@green-acres.org Arts, aquatic adventures, environment, equine, food, or garden ... a camp for every child! Greenacres offers hands-on, small group camps led by a caring, professional staff.
Jewish Federation
www.jewishcincinnati.org/israel-travel-camping-grants.aspx 513-985-1500 Our kids are our future. This summer, give them a strong Jewish identity, pride in their heritage and a personal connection to Israel. The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati, in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, offers generous funding for overnight Jewish camping and Israel travel grants. Learn more and apply today.
Kids First Sports Center – Camp-A-Palooza
7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati 513-489-7575 kidsfirstsports.com • msmith@kidsfirstsports.com Campers at Kids First get the very best! A backyard with mini-golf, a climbing wall and playground as well as 108,000 sq. ft. of everything kids Love: basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, karate, dance, cheer, swimming, you name it! New this year: Leaders in Training course for teens covering topics like leadership, conflict resolution, communication and group dynamics. Teens can look forward to excursions, service opportunities and more.
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Marmon Valley Ministries
7754 St. Rt. 292, Zanesfield 937-593-8051 marmonvalley.com • info@marmonvalley.com Trusted, ACA accredited, Christian horse camp near Bellefontaine. With 160 horses, it’s Ohio’s largest horse camp! Campers also enjoy climbing, archery, swimming and more. Develop skills, make friends and build a relationship with Jesus Christ. MVM has been serving up farm fresh fun for kids 7 - 17 since 1964.
My Nose Turns Red Circus Camps
Multiple locations in Greater Cincinnati/Northern KY 859-581-7100 mynoseturnsred.org • rednose@fuse.net Camps held in multiple locations in the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati area. Our 17th year! CIRCUS CAMPS – Fun, unique and challenging. Selected Best in the City by Cincinnati Magazine. Circus camps conducted by My Nose Turns Red, the area’s only non-profit youth circus. Skills taught include: stilt walking, juggling, rolling globe, clowning and more. Camps for ages 4 - 7 and 7 - 16 plus two-week intensive featuring unicycle, aerials, and German Wheel.
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Pleasant Hill Outdoor Camp
4654 Pleasant Hill Road, Perrysville 419-938-3715 phoc.org • info@phoc.org Pleasant Hill Outdoor Camp is a traditional Christian summer camp. Comprised of 250 wooded acres and 850 acre lake, days are filled with traditional camp activities led by counselors committed to helping your child develop essential life skills socially, spiritually and physically. Pleasant Hill Outdoor Camp, one great camp where kids make friends!
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Pleasant Vineyard Ministries
1259 Swann Beatty Road, Camden 937-452-3347 pvmcamp.com This is not your typical camp! Pleasant Vineyard is a nondenominational Christian summer camp located near Camden Ohio. PVM Camp offers a wide variety of exciting camp programs to choose from which include: paintball, paintball extreme, rock climbing, Nascamp, digital photography, drama, art, Mythbreakers, LIT, crew and Rez Classic Camp.
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Rockmont Camp For Boys
375 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain, NC 828-686-3885 rockmont.com Camp Rockmont for Boys, residential/day, is an interdenominational Christian summer camp in western North Carolina with a focus on male development. Activities include camping, hiking, kayaking, blacksmithing, homesteading, canoeing, crafts, guitar and more! Rockmont seeks to foster a better understanding and respect for self and others and a greater understanding of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
YMCA Camp Carson
2034 Outer Lake Road, Princeton, IN 812-385-3597 campcarsonorg • campinfo@ymcacampcarson.org Where all kids are accepted, challenged, empowered. Join campers and staff from around the country and the world as you dive into daily adventures. Archery, pottery, horseback, dirt bikes, water ziplines and more. It’s a non-stop week of opportunity, wrapped in the YMCA character development values. Only 3.25 hours southwest of Cincinnati.
YMCA Camp Ernst
7615 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington, KY 859-586-6181 myycamp.org • ce@myycamp.org Steeped in tradition and built on the YMCA values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, Camp Ernst hosts campers who enjoy top-notch counselors, making friends, and participating in a variety of activities including zipline, banana boat, 100 ft. waterslide, giant swing, horseback riding, the blob and much more.
YMCA of Greater Cincinnati Summer Day Camps
12 locations in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky 513-362-YMCA myy.org The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati offers themed day camps, preschool camps, teen camps, counselor-in-training programs, specialty camps and sports camps for children ages 3 - 15. Camps at the Y are all about discovery. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and memories. And of course, it’s fun, too! Camps run May - Aug.; dates for each camp are available on our website.
YMCA Camp Kern
5291 State Route 350, Oregonia 513-932-3756 campkern.org Providing a safe, fun, magical, and educational experience for all children, plus the opportunity for growth in character, mind, spirit, and body. We don’t just teach swimming, canoeing, climbing, horseback riding and more, we teach values through programs. For ages 5 - 16, we offer residential and semi-residential accommodations, a 485-acre facility, and a chance to reconnect with nature. Register online.
Join us for a summer of dance, costume creation and crafts!
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enny, an enthusiastic new music teacher, arrives on Sesame Street only to discover that her instruments are missing. Jenny’s new Muppet friends quickly come to the rescue and discover ‘instruments’ they never knew existed, like rubber duckies, trash can lids and even cookie jars. Elmo, Abby Cadabby and friends teach children that everyone can make and enjoy beautiful music together, while adults will recognize fun tunes, such as “The Hustle,” “You Should Be Dancing,” and “Rockin’ Robin.” U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway Street; 7 p.m. May 16,10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. May 17, 1 and 4:30 p.m. May 18; $12 and $20, plus a $3 facility fee; a limited number of $25 Gold Circle seats and $60 Sunny Seats are also available. Call 513-421-4111 or visit sesamestreetlive.com.
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thu 1 THURSDAY ART PLAY
Meet a special guest from the Contemporary Dance Theater and learn some new moves. Today’s art project’s all about movement, too, as you spin and sway with paint. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th Street; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $5.50 students with ID and seniors, free members and children younger than 5); 513-345-8405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
WHITEWATER LIMITED
Join a special running to Metamora where you can travel back in time and visit the grist mill, the restored canal and lock, and more than 40 shops and restaurants during a two-hour layover. Whitewater Valley Railroad, Grand Central Station, 455 Market Street, Connersville; 10 a.m. Thursdays and Fridays in May; $22 adults, $14 children (round-trip); 765-825-2054 or whitewatervalleyrr. org.
ZOO BABIES
Meet the newest members of the Cincinnati Zoo — look for pink and blue storks throughout the Zoo to lead you to the cutest little baby faces ever! Enjoy special weekend entertainment as well, including a Super-DeeDuper Sing-Along with Barney on May 3 (12 and 2 p.m. in the Wings of Wonder Theater), and an Avengers Assembly on May 10 (12 and 2 p.m. in the Wings of Wonder Theater). Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine Street; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; general admission is $15 adults, $11 ages 2 - 12 and seniors, $9 parking; 513-281-4700 or cincinnatizoo.org.
fri 2 FREE AUTHOR SIGNING
Joshua Fields Millburn, author of Everything That Remains: A Memoir by the Minimalists, discusses and signs his latest book about what happens when Millburn walked away from a six-figure career, most of his material possessions, and plenty of debt. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 7 p.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth.com.
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT
Enjoy an evening out while your child has a great time at the Duck Creek YMCA! YMCA at Duck Creek, 5040 Kingsley Drive; 6:05 - 8:45 p.m.; $15 per child member, $20 per child nonmember; 513-246-3250 or myy.org.
STAR WARS GAMES
Celebrate Star Wars this weekend — characters from the iconic film series will be at Great American Ball Park to help fans feel like they’re traveling to a galaxy far, far away. Enjoy a Friday night fireworks show with Star Wars theme music, and the first 20,000 fans will receive a Star Wars and Reds themed T-shirt on Saturday, and poster on Sunday. Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way; May 2 - 4; ticket prices vary, see site for details; reds.com/starwars.
WHITEWATER LIMITED Please see May 1 for details.
XANADU JR.
Believe in magic! It’s the 1980s and Greek muse Kira has descended from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach on a quest to inspire a struggling artist. But when she falls in love, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation and chaos ensues — will the two be able to overcome their obstacles and open their longed-for roller disco? Cohen Family Studio Theater, CCM, University of Cincinnati campus, Jefferson Avenue; 7 p.m. May 2, 2 and 7 p.m. May 3; $15 adults, $12 students; 513-5564183 or ccm.uc.edu.
sat 3 BIRD MIGRATION HIKE
Tweet, chirp and beep are all sounds of birds singing away. Walk along the trail in search of some of spring’s feathered migrants. For beginners through advanced birders, and those who just enjoy watching wildlife. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. Kingfisher Trail, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 10 a.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
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BOX TURTLE BONANZA
Learn all about the Eastern box turtle, interact with some Eastern box turtle ambassadors and even make a turtle of your own! Crafts are $2 each. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
FREE FAMILY FIRST SATURDAY
Families can enjoy tours, performances, visits with local artists, stories, scavenger hunts and more at the CAM. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 12 - 4 p.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.
GEOFAIR
Fossil fans won’t want to miss this giant exhibit featuring earth science programs, retail and wholesale dealers, a swap area, museum displays and free fossil, meteorite, mineral and gemstone identifications. Cincinnati Gardens, 2250 Seymour Avenue; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. May 3, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. May 4; $9 adults, $3 children, $12 two-day passes, free scouts in uniform and teachers with ID and paid companion; geofair.com.
FREE GRANNY’S PLANT SALE
Select from a wide array of tomato plants, annuals, perennials, vegetables and herbs to create your best garden ever. The sale supports the programs offered by Granny’s Garden School. Meet with garden experts, enjoy some tasty samples, and kids get a free pepper plant! Granny’s Garden School, 550 Loveland Madeira Road, Loveland; 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. May 3, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. May 4; 513-324-2873 or grannysgardenschool.org.
HOWL AND GROWL
Go to the dogs and learn all about the wild canines that call Ohio home. Best for ages 8 and older. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 3 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
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SPOTLIGHT: FREE Tales of Beatrix Potter Sunday, May 4
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he Cincinnati Kinderballet, in conjunction with the Blue Ash Branch of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, is coming to the Blue Ash Amphitheater for a special performance of The Tales of Beatrix Potter. Come celebrate spring with the young dancers as they perform all of your favorites, including Peter Rabbit, Jeremy Fisher, the Flopsy Bunnies and Squirrel Nutkin. This abridged version of the Royal Ballet production is perfect for families with young children. Blue Ash Amphitheater, Cooper Road, Blue Ash; 1:30 p.m. Call 513-369-6051 or visit blueash.com.
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FREE KIDS’ MOUNTAIN BIKE DAY
Ages 4 - 12 (with helmets) and their grown-ups can learn about mountain bike rides, check out skills courses, enjoy refreshments, and have some fun with Trek Bicycle Stores of Cincinnati. England Idlewild, 5550 Idlewild Road, Burlington; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 859-3342283 or boonecountyky.org.
ONE HOUR TRAIN RIDES
Take a one-hour nostalgic train ride through Warren County and listen to passenger conductors describe railroad history and operations. Train departs at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on May 8, 16 and 28, and 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. May 3. Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, 127 South Mechanic Street, Lebanon; $13 adults, $8 seniors and ages 5 - 16, $5 ages 2 - 4, free ages 1 year and younger; 513-933-8022 or lebanonrr.com.
OPEN HOUSE: STANDING PORTRAITS
Bring the family to create unique fused glass family portraits. Design your own glass standing figures to look like family members. Stop by anytime between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on May 3, 10, 17, 24 or 31. Brazee Street Studios School of Glass, 4426 Brazee Street, Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; $15 per figure; 513-321-0206 or brazeestreetstudio.com.
PAINTED POTS WEEKEND
Celebrate wildflowers at this family event. Pick a painted pot from our trees and plant a flower in it, make a tie-dyed project, decorate a flower cookie, go on a wildflower hike, play a game and more. Craft activities available for a fee. Pin Oak Trail, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 12 - 4 p.m. May 3 4; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
PEANUT BUTTER & JAM
Madcap Puppets join the Linton Musicians for this special kid-friendly concert. Heritage Presbyterian Church, 6546 South Mason Montgomery Road, Mason; 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m.; $5; 513-381-6868 or lintonmusic. org.
STAR WARS GAMES Please see May 2 for details.
FREE WUMP MUCKET PUPPET SHOW
Northside puppeteer Terrence Burke and his Wump Mucket Puppets bring laughter and giggles to audiences of all ages in this free performance. Maverick’s Baseball Cards & Comics, 8522 Winton Road; 11:30 a.m.; 513370-9803 or wumpmucketpuppets.com.
XANADU JR.
Please see May 2 for details.
sun 4 BIG WEEK OF BIRDING
Greet the dawn along the Great Miami River and explore the woods and water as you search for birds. Woodsdale Regional Park, 1917 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 7 - 9 a.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for prices) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
FREE CAMP ERNST OPEN HOUSE
Enjoy an afternoon at camp with your family — explore the campsite, meet the staff, make a s’more, and check out the cabins, dining halls and the Rockin’ E Ranch, the new home for horses and ranch programs. YMCA Camp Ernst, 7615 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington; 1 - 4 p.m.; 859-586-6181 or myycamp.org.
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FLYING PIG MARATHON
Come cheer on runners and walkers in the 16th annual Flying Pig Marathon! Not ready for a marathon? Consider teaming up for the relay race, or check out the shorter distances, like the 10K and 5K. Kids’ events a-plenty are in the works, as well as the Flying Fur Run for four-legged racers! Downtown Cincinnati; 6:30 a.m.; registration prices vary, see site for details; flyingpigmarathon.com.
GEOFAIR
Please see May 3 for details.
FREE GRANNY’S PLANT SALE Please see May 3 for details.
HISTORIC CABIN & SCHOOL OPENING DAY
Join others for the season opening of the 1795 cabin and the historic stone school building with candle dipping for the kids. These buildings will be open Sundays from 2 - 5 p.m., today through September. Historic Log Cabin, Shawnee Lookout, Louisville Pike; 2 - 5 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513521-7275 or greatparks.org.
FREE TROMBONE EXTRAVAGANZA
The Lakota Trombone Ensemble and the Bones of Cincinnatus combine in concert to perform jazz, classical and sacred music. Trombone players in the audience are encouraged to join in on the grand finale of “76 Trombones.” For music, please e-mail brian. botdorf@lakotaonline.com. West Chester Church of the Nazarene, 7951 Tylersville Road; 7 p.m.; 513-777-6300.
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Parents and children, join the naturalist for a story all about creepy, crawly bugs! Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 11 a.m., 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513521-7275 or greatparks.org.
FREE PITCH, HIT & RUN
Kids ages 7 - 14 can show off their skills in pitching, hitting and running in this free contest produced by Major League Baseball and sponsored by Scotts. England Idlewild Park, 5550 Idlewild Road, Burlington; 3 - 6 p.m.; 859-334-2117 or boonecountyky.org.
FREE MOTHER OF MERCY ART EXHIBIT
FREE PREVIEW DAY
PAINTED POTS WEEKEND
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View the amazing works of art created by the art students of Mother of Mercy High School. Please use the Epworth entrance upon arrival. Mother of Mercy High School, 3036 Werk Road; 1 - 4 p.m.; 513-661-2740 or motherofmercy.org. Please see May 3 for details.
SPRING CONCERT
The 450 members of the Cincinnati Children’s Choir, including CCM resident choirs and satellite choirs from across the TriState, celebrate spring through song. Christ’s Church at Mason, 5165 Western Row Road, Mason; 4 p.m.; $12 general public, $6 non-UC students, free UC students; 513-556-4183 or ccm.uc.edu.
STAR WARS GAMES Please see May 2 for details.
FREE THE TALES OF BEATRIX POTTER Please see “Spotlight” on page 37 for details.
FREE WHERE THE WILD THINGS PLAY
Kids and adults love the stories, songs, art activities and creative movement featuring themed games and fun. This month, enjoy learning about Pets on May 4, Love on May 11, and enjoy an Asian Food Fest on May 18. Washington Park, 1230 Elm Street; 1 - 3 p.m. May 4, 11 and 18; washingtonpark.org.
mon 5 PHOTOGRAPHER NIGHTS AT THE KROHN
Photographers and tripods are welcome at the Krohn — get some great shots of butterflies after hours. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. May 5, 12 and 19; $12 (includes unlimited admission pin); 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks.com/butterflyshow.
“Where Every Family Matters.”
Meet the staff and faculty at Cincinnati Country Day School, and learn about the curriculum and enrichment offerings for your child. Cincinnati Country Day School, 6905 Given Road; 9 a.m.; 513-979-0220 or countryday. net.
FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB
Ages 2 - 9 explore healthy eating and make a Mother’s Day Craft. Open to the first 20 children in attendance. Whole Foods Market Mason, 5805 Deerfield Boulevard, Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-398-9358 or wholefoodsmarket. com/mason.
LITTLE TYKES
What squishes between your toes? What is a home for worms and moles? You guessed it: mud! Dress in clothes that can get dirty and bring your tots ages 3 - 5 for this mud exploration party. Winton Centre, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 11 a.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
MAY FESTIVAL
The May Festival returns for its 35th year, featuring concerts over several days, including performances from the May Festival Chorus, the May Festival Youth Chorus, the Cincinnati Children’s Choir, the Nashville Symphony Chorus and more. Music Hall, 1241 Elm Street; 8 p.m. May 7, 8:30 p.m. 16 - 17, 2 p.m. May 18; ticket prices vary, see site for details; mayfestival.com.
FREE MOTHER’S DAY KID CRAFTS
Kids can make crafts and cards for their moms just in time for Mother’s Day, all while enjoying some light refreshments. Whole Foods Market Mason, 5805 Deerfield Boulevard, Mason; 6 - 8 p.m.; 513-398-9358 or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
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ANIMALS ALIVE
CINCINNATI MINERAL SOCIETY MEETING
Come and see the variety of live animals housed at the nature center and learn about their habitats and adaptations. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 11 a.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
FREE AUTHOR SIGNING
Phil Nuxhall discusses and signs Stories in the Grove, focusing on the stories of those buried in the Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 7 p.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth.com.
FREE iSPACE HOSTS FIRST ROUND-UP
iSPACE hosts an Ohio FIRST RoundUP! event for those interested forming in Junior FIRST LEGO League (Jr.FLL), FIRST LEGO League (FLL) and FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) robotics teams. Learn about robot competitions, costs and coaching. Get inspired and meet others who are also interested in forming a team. iSPACE - The STEM Learning Place (at Scarlet Oaks), 3254 East Kemper Road; 6 - 8 p.m.; 513-612-5786 or ispacescience.org.
ONE HOUR TRAIN RIDE Please see May 3 for details.
THURSDAY ART PLAY: MARVELOUS MOTHERS
Let’s say “Thank You” to all the mothers by making them some thoughtful gifts and planting some beautiful flowers. Then enjoy a special treat for all your favorite grownups. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th Street; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $5.50 students with ID and seniors, free members and children younger than 5); 513-345-8405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
WHITEWATER LIMITED
The public is invited to an educational program about rocks and minerals. Children’s program begins at 7:30 p.m., and a program for both adults and kids follows a brief business meeting at 8 p.m. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
NATURE CRAFTS FOR MOM
Stop in to create a nature craft for mom or grandma! Crafts are targeted to children ages 6 and younger. Ellenwood Nature Barn, Farbach Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513521-7275 or greatparks.org.
WHITEWATER LIMITED Please see May 1 for details.
sat 10 FREE AMMON NURSERY OPEN HOUSE
Check out all the newest plant varieties and get special discounts on trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses and perennials. Ammon Nursery, 6089 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 859-586-6246 or ammonplants.com.
BOBBLEHEAD GAME
Head to Great American Ball Park and pick up a Homer Bailey No-Hitter Dual Bobblehead, presented by Unilever, and then cheer on the Reds as they take on the Colorado Rockies! Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way; 7:10 p.m.; ticket prices vary, see site for details; reds.com.
Please see May 1 for details.
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BUTTERFLY WALK & 5K
Join this unique charity walk and run to benefit CancerFree KIDS — challenge friends and family in a 5K race, take a stroll to admire the many trees that have been decorated by local schools and youth organizations, bring the kids for a Junior Jog, and stick around for the Fun Festival, complete with a petting zoo, games and activities, live entertainment, face painting, and more fun and prizes! Cottell Park, 5847 Irwin Simpson Road, Mason; 8 a.m.; $15 - $35 before May 6, $20 - $40 after May 6; helpdesk@butterflywalk.com or butterflywalk.com.
FREE FAMILY SUMMER FUN
Whether it’s a free movie, live performances from local favorites like Wump Mucket Puppets or The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, families will want to head to Smale Riverfront Park for plenty of fun. Smale Riverfront Park, West Mehring Way; 7 p.m. May 10, 16, 17 and 30; mysmaleriverfrontpark.org.
FREE KIDS FISHING TOURNAMENT Please see “Spotlight” this page for details.
KIDS GO WILD AT ANIMAL OLYMPICS
Find your spot on the starting line and join others for a day of fun. Participate in CNC’s own Olympic games in the Nature PlayScape — can you stand on one leg as long as a Great Blue Heron, or eat as many “bugs” as a bat? See how you compare to some of nature’s most talented animals and learn how athletes and kids stay healthy. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $3 per child plus admission ($8 adults, $6 seniors and active military, $3 ages 4 - 12); 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.
KROHN MERCADO WEEKEND
Enjoy time with the butterflies, local craft vendors, food trucks and more. On Saturday, enjoy a complimentary cup of Costa Rican coffee and a pastry from 9 - 10 a.m. (special pricing: $10 adults, $5 children; no passes, discounts or unlimited admission pins valid at this event). On May 11, moms get in for free! Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; regular admission $7 adult, $4 ages 5 - 12, $12 unlimited admission pins; 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks.com/butterflyshow. (please turn the page)
SPOTLIGHT: FREE Kids Fishing Tournament Saturday, May 10
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hildren ages 15 and younger are invited to drop a line at this annual free fishing tournament, sponsored by the East Fork Bass Anglers. Winners will be announced in each category, and a free hot dog lunch will be provided to each child. Pattison Park, 2228 U.S. 50, Batavia; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Call 513-732-2977 or visit clermontparks.org.
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The Linton musicians are joined by the Madcap Puppets for a special presentation of The Gingerbread Man. Mt. Washington Presbyterian Church, 6474 Beechmont Avenue; 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m.; $5; 513-381-6868 or lintonmusic.org.
NAMI WALKS
Join others for a walk to raise money and awareness about our community’s need for effective treatment systems for people with mental illness. Sawyer Point, 705 East Pete Rose Way; 9 a.m.; registration is free, but donations accepted; 513-351-3500 or namihc.org.
NATIONAL TRAIN DAY
Take a train ride with President Abraham Lincoln and listen to a memorable speech from the 16th president after visiting the historic town of Metamora. Whitewater Valley Railroad, Grand Central Station, 455 Market Street, Connersville; 10 a.m.; $22 adults, $14 children (round-trip); 765-825-2054 or whitewatervalleyrr.org.
WILLIAMS’ WONDROUS WORLD
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra highlights the legendary composer/conductor’s ascent from TV through his 40-year association with Steven Speilberg — enjoy performances of classic recognizable tunes from Jaws, The Empire Strikes Back, War Horse and E.T. Florence Baptist Church, 642 Mount Zion Road, Florence; 8 p.m.; $17.50 - $35; 859-431-6216 or kyso.org.
FREE WUMP MUCKET PUPPETS
Enjoy a free performance from the Wump Mucket Puppets and their puppeteer, Terrence Burke. Northside Art in the Park, Hoffner Park, 4104 Hamilton Avenue; 11:30 a.m.; 513-370-9803 or wumpmucketpuppets.com.
sun 11 FREE CINCINNATI JUNIOR STRINGS
Please see May 3 for details.
Cincinnati’s first string ensemble for middle schoolers presents its annual spring concert featuring music by a variety of composers. UC Blue Ash, Muntz Theatre, 9555 Plainfield Road; 3 p.m.; 513-556-4183 or ccm. uc.edu.
SPRINGTIME CRAFTS
GIRL SCOUTS AT THE REDS
OPEN HOUSE: STANDING PORTRAITS Celebrate the warming weather and decorate your house with some handmade seasonal crafts. Children ages 3 - 12 can make up to two springtime crafts to take home. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 1 - 3 p.m.; $1 per craft, plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
FREE STAMP OUT HUNGER
The nation’s largest single-day food drive takes place today. To participate, just leave a sturdy bag containing canned goods or non-perishable foods next to your mailbox prior to the time of regular mail delivery. Local letter carriers will collect donations for the Freestore Foodbank and its community partner agencies. Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky; freestorefoodbank. org.
FREE THE TALES OF BEATRIX POTTER
The Cincinnati Kinderballet is pleased to present a new production of The Tales of Beatrix Potter. Come celebrate spring with young dancers as they perform all of your favorites, including Peter Rabbit, Jeremy Fisher, the Flopsy Bunnies and Squirrel Nutkin. This abridged version of the Royal Ballet production is perfect for families with young children. Mariemont Branch Library, 3810 Pocahontas Avenue; 11 a.m.; 513-369-4467 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
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KROHN MERCADO WEEKEND Please see May 10 for details.
MOTHER’S DAY VALLEY FLYER
Celebrate Mom and take her to the historic town of Metamora, where she can travel back in town and visit plenty of shops and restaurants. Whitewater Valley Railroad, Grand Central Station, 455 Market Street, Connersville; 12:01 p.m.; $22 adults, $14 children (round-trip); 765-825-2054 or whitewatervalleyrr.org.
FREE RHEA LANA’S CONSIGNMENT SALE
Shop for clothing, toys, baby gear, nursery furniture, maternity wear and more, as well as sell your children’s items as a consignor, during this children’s consignment event. Sale runs May 11 - 15; visit site for times. Forest Fair Village, 600 Cincinnati Mills Drive, Cincinnati; 513502-5533, cortney@rhealana.com or rhealana.com.
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SUNDAY FAMILY DAY
Take advantage of these fun days at the Reds, and purchase up to three non-premium tickets at half-price with the purchase of one full-price ticket. Each Sunday features a special giveaway just for kids, so cheer on the Reds as they face the Colorado Rockies and collect a Kids Mascot Magnet. Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati; 1:10 p.m.; ticket prices vary, see site for details; reds.com.
FREE WHERE THE WILD THINGS PLAY Please see May 4 for details.
mon 12 PHOTOGRAPHER NIGHTS AT THE KROHN Please see May 5 for details.
tue 13 FREE AUTHOR SIGNING
Bestselling author Richard Paul Evans discusses and signs Walking on Water, the tale of a man’s walk across America and the lessons he learns. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 7 p.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth.com.
wed 14 FAMILY NIGHTS AT THE KROHN
Visit the butterflies after hours for family fun activities and crafts for all ages. The first 50 guests of each night will enjoy a free cheese coney, courtesy of Skyline Chili (unlimited admission pin not valid at this event). Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. May 14 and 28; regular admission $7 adult, $4 ages 5 - 12, $12 unlimited admission pins; 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks.com/butterflyshow.
FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB
Kids learn all about healthy grilling and Memorial Day with fun crafts and activities. Open to the first 20 children in attendance. Whole Foods Market Mason, 5805 Deerfield Boulevard, Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-398-9358 or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
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SPOTLIGHT: Girl Scouts at the Reds Sunday, May 11
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irl Scouts invites all girls, friends and family to celebrate Reds Day! Enjoy games and crafts in the Fan Zone two hours before the 1:10 p.m. start time. Girl Scouts will also be allowed to participate in a pre-game parade on the field. Any adult who signs up and completes the application and background check to become a volunteer within one month of the event will receive a free Girl Scout tote bag. Anything is possible for girls with caring adults by their sides! Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way; 1 p.m.; ticket prices vary, see site for details. Call 513-489-1025 or visit reds.com/girlscouts.
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FREE WILD WEDNESDAYS
Discover the fascinating world of wildlife in these weekly programs designed for all ages. Arrive early for pre-program fun and stick around afterwards for post-program festivities as well as a dollar snack. This month, families will learn about birds from the Cincinnati Zoo (May 14), Tom Turkey with Out of Control Wildlife (May 21), and Reptiles with Arrowhead Reptile Rescue (May 28). Middleton Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; 9:30 a.m.; free, but a canned good donation appreciated; 859-525-7529 or kentoncounty.org.
thu 15 FREE (ALMOST) EVERY OTHER THURSDAY SCIENCE
All ages are invited to these fun, interactive programs that feature science themes in a whole new light. Arrive early for best seating and pre-program festivities, and be sure to stick around for some post-program fun as well from the likes of the Kenton County Public Library, Dominach’s Taekwondo Academy and the Kenton County Animal Shelter. On May 15, learn about arches, bridges and construction with Cincinnati Museum Center, and on May 29, learn about our amazing air with Crystal Clear Science. Pioneer Park, 3951 Madison Pike, Covington; 9:30 a.m.; free, but a canned good donation appreciated; 859-525-7529 or kentoncounty.org.
KEN GRIFFEY, SR. AUTHOR SIGNING
Cincinnati Reds legend Ken Griffey, Sr., discusses and signs Big Red: Baseball, Fatherhood, and My Life in the Big Red Machine — reflections on an outstanding 19-year major-league career. Tickets for the autograph line are free with the purchase of a copy of his new book. Call to reserve your copy. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 7 p.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth.com.
THURSDAY ART PLAY: UNMUSEUM SOUNDS
The UnMuseum is filled with exhibits that love to make nose. Make some music of your own with bubble wrap painting and a fun new take on musical chairs. Modo Yoga will also join in for some soothing sounds and silly poses. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th Street; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $5.50 students with ID and seniors, free members and children younger than 5); 513-345-8405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
WHITEWATER LIMITED Please see May 1 for details.
fri 16 ELMO MAKES MUSIC
Please see Calendar opener on page 35 for details.
FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT AT THE Y
Bring the gang for a free screening of Monster’s University — bring your pillows and blankets for familystyle viewing, while the Y staff brings the popcorn! Please call for time. Clermont County YMCA, 2075 James E. Sauls Sr. Drive, Batavia; 513-724-9622 or myy.org.
MAY FESTIVAL
Please see May 7 for details.
MOTHER OF MERCY SPRING CONCERT Please see May 16 for details.
FREE FAMILY SUMMER FUN
OPEN HOUSE: STANDING PORTRAITS
Please see May 10 for details.
Please see May 3 for details.
MAY FESTIVAL
PIONEER VILLAGE OPEN HOUSE
Please see May 7 for details.
MOTHER OF MERCY SPRING CONCERT
Join Mercy’s Freshman Chorus, Upperclasswoman Chorus, Vocal Ensemble and Handbell Choir for an evening of Broadway songs. Mother of Mercy High School, 3036 Werk Road; 7 p.m. May 16 - 17; $6 per person; 513-661-2740 or motherofmercy.org.
ONE HOUR TRAIN RIDE Please see May 3 for details.
WHITEWATER LIMITED Please see May 1 for details.
sat 17 A DAY IN THE PARK
Get ready to test your observation skills and your nature knowledge. Bring the family and work together to complete this challenging scavenger hunt. Record and remember your experience in the park by writing and drawing in a nature journal. Return by 4 p.m. to claim your prize! Visitor Center, Miami Whitewater Forest, Mount Hope Avenue; 12 - 3 p.m.; $3 per nature journal, plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
ALADDIN AND FRIENDS
Please see “Spotlight” this page for details.
ELMO MAKES MUSIC
Please see Calendar opener on page 35 for details.
FREE FAMILY SUMMER FUN Please see May 10 for details.
SPOTLIGHT: Aladdin and Friends Saturday, May 17
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arry and Max have a spectacular show to present, if only they can keep their little assistant, Tweedle, from getting into trouble. Aunt Susie’s coat closet is the stage for this marvelous show, but it can barely contain the Madcap Puppets! Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Avenue; 11 a.m., 1 p.m.; $8. Call 513-4972860 or visit madcappuppets.com.
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FREE KIDS FISHING DERBY
Ages 5 - 15 can bring their poles and bait to this annual derby that includes prizes and a free grill out lunch for the entire family. Registration begins at 9 a.m., and fishing begins at 10 a.m. Prisoner’s Lake in Devou Park, Covington; 850-292-2151 or covingtonky.gov.
“Where Every Family Matters.”
Step back in time to the early 1800s and enjoy authentic cabins and learn about pioneer life in Ohio. Meet at the Pioneer Village. Governor Bebb Metropark, 1979 Bebb Park Lane, Okeana; 1 - 3 p.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for prices) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
SONGS OF FAITH AND PATRIOTISM
The Salvation Army’s internationally-renowned New York Staff Band will join the Cincinnati Brass Band for a local concert featuring songs performed by the individual bands, as well as a finale series of songs performed by the full ensemble of both bands. Purchase tickets at any Buddy Rogers Music store, or call The Salvation Army. Crestview Presbyterian Church, 9463 Cincinnati Columbus Road; 7 p.m.; $10; 513-762-5612 or salvationarmycincinnati.org.
WALK FOR CELIAC AWARENESS
Join a 1.5-mile walk in honor of National Celiac Awareness Month and to support people in the community who live a gluten free lifestyle, as well as to raise awareness for celiac disease. Fernbank Park, Thornton Drive; 8:30 a.m.; $20 in advance, $25 day of walk; 513-673-4312 or glutenfreeforcincy.wix.com/gluten-free.
WILD WEST TRAIN
Join the Circle D Rangers as they protect the train from bandits and robber barons. Roll through the scenic countryside and get a glimpse of the characters of the Wild West. Whitewater Valley Railroad, Grand Central Station, 455 Market Street, Connersville; 12:01 p.m.; $22 adults, $14 children (round-trip); 765-825-2054 or whitewatervalleyrr.org.
MAY events requiring advance registration begin on page 46. FREE WUMP MUCKET PUPPET SHOW
Bring your gang for fun, silliness and plenty of laughs during this free puppet show from the Wump Mucket Puppets. Smale Riverfront Park, West Mehring Way; 4 p.m.; 513-370-9803 or wumpmucketpuppets.com.
FREE YMCA GO!
The Y is partnering with Crossroads Church for the 2014 Go Cincinnati event — bring the whole family for healthy food and drinks, music, live performances, and plenty of family friendly activities. Carl H. Lindner Family YMCA, 1425 Linn Street; 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; 513-241-9622 or myy.org.
sun 18 FREE CCM PREP JAZZ EXTRAVAGANZA
Experience the sounds of jazz, including the Middle School Jazz Explosions, Youth Jazz Orchestras and High School and Adult Combos in this exciting concert. Patricia Corbett Theatre, College Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati campus, Jefferson Avenue; 4 p.m.; 513-556-4183 or ccm.uc.edu.
ELMO MAKES MUSIC
Please see Calendar opener on page 35 for details.
HEALTHY PARKS, HEALTHY PEOPLE WELLNESS & SUSTAINABILITY FAIR
Learn about healthy living along with how to incorporate outdoor recreational fitness into your daily life. Visit with local health and wellness vendors and get info on walking, climbing and golf programs. Bike and fitness demos, health screenings and sustainable practice education will also be featured. Harbor, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 12 - 5 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
LIARS’ CLUB
How well do you know your natural artifacts? During this program you will hear two stories about an object from nature, and you must decide which is true. Win a prize if you guess correctly. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
MAY FESTIVAL
Please see May 7 for details.
ROCKIN’ ROLLIN’
Learn about how people study rocks and explore other exciting aspects of the science of geology with interactive activities! Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
FREE TODDLER SENSORY PLAY CLASS
Join Kim from gravitymom.com for a 40-minute sensory class that explores ways for toddlers ages 12 - 36 months to stimulate their senses through play, crafts and music. Please dress in paint-friendly clothes! Whole Foods Market Mason, 5805 Deerfield Boulevard, Mason; 2 p.m.; 513-398-9358, gravitymom@gmail.com or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
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WHITEWATER LIMITED
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PHOTOGRAPHER NIGHTS AT THE KROHN
FROG WEEK
Please see May 4 for details.
Please see May 5 for details.
tue 20 FREE CAMP ARROWHEAD OPEN HOUSE
Join a short overview of Camp Arrowhead, meet camp directors and counselors, and take a tour of the area. Parents and campers are invited to ask questions and learn about field trips and more! Camp Arrowhead, Lakota YMCA, 6703 Yankee Road, Liberty Township; 6:30 - 8 p.m.; 513-770-3917 or lakotaymca.com.
TOT TUESDAY
It’s all about the circus! Bring your preschooler for some carnival fun that includes stories and crafts. Then stick around to explore the museum’s interactive learning stations. Behringer Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $1 plus admission ($7 adults, $6 seniors, $4 ages 3 - 17); 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.
wed 21 FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB
Ages 2 - 9 explore what it means to be fit through crafts and activities. Open to the first 20 children in attendance. Whole Foods Market Mason, 5805 Deerfield Boulevard, Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-398-9358 or wholefoodsmarket. com/mason.
NEXT IN NATURE
This program focuses on engaging the next generation in nature through events and fun outreach efforts. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 5:30 p.m.; free members, nonmembers pay daily admission ($8 adults, $6 seniors and active military, $3 ages 4 - 12); 513-831-1711 or cincynature. org.
FREE WILD WEDNESDAYS Please see May 14 for details.
thu 22 ANIMAL TALES
Nature has many stories to tell. Families are invited to join the naturalist for a nature-themed story. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 11 a.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
THURSDAY ART PLAY: DOG DAYS
Save the Animals Foundation is at the UnMuseum with some sweet and adorable dogs from their shelter. These new canine companions will be muses for the day as you make animal-themed art and have a doggone good time. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th Street; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $5.50 students with ID and seniors, free members and children younger than 5); 513-345-8405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
Please see May 1 for details.
Kick off Great Parks of Hamilton County’s summer series of nature weeks with Frog Week! See and learn about some of Ohio’s favorite frogs and toads with live animals, activities and an optional craft. Open 11 a.m. 3 p.m. Fri - Wed, May 23 - 28. Ellenwood Nature Barn, Farbach Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 11 a.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
WHITEWATER LIMITED Please see May 1 for details.
sat 24 FAMILY FESTIVAL: CAC DANCE PARTY ART
The UnMuseum is filled with musical installations. Break out your dance moves and get ready to make some art — create musical instruments, use your feet to paint, and strike a pose for some Keith Haring inspired collages. Don’t forget to join a special interactive hip hop performance from Elementz Urban Art Center. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th Street; 1 - 4 p.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $5.50 students with ID and seniors, free members and children younger than 5); 513-345-8405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
NATURE FESTIVAL
Join others at the harbor for some real family fun! Learn all about the natural world through games and handson activity stations. Kids can make crafts and get their faces painted. Bring the whole family to participate in a scavenger hunt for prizes. Some activities will have a small fee. Harbor, Miami Whitewater Forest, Mount Hope Avenue; 12 - 4 p.m. May 24 - 25; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
OPEN HOUSE: STANDING PORTRAITS Please see May 3 for details.
RGI RIVER RUN
Help level the playing field for kids with this fundraising run that includes a 5K run or walk, a kids fun run, a heartwarming Special K run for kids with special needs, and a nod to the new School Challenge, for school teams with the most number of participants. Stick around for a post-race party full of live music, refreshments and lots of fun for all. Purple People Bridge, Newport; 8 a.m.; $10 - $16 in advance, race day prices slightly higher; kicksforkids.org.
sun 25 NATURE FESTIVAL
Please see May 24 for details.
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SUNDAY FAMILY DAY
Take advantage of these fun days at the Reds, and purchase up to three non-premium tickets at half-price with the purchase of one full-price ticket. Each Sunday features a special giveaway just for kids, so cheer on the Reds as they face the St. Louis Cardinals and collect a Kids team baseball card set presented by Kahn’s. Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way; 8:05 p.m.; ticket prices vary, see site for details; reds.com.
mon 26 HUNGER WALK
Please see “Spotlight” this page for details.
MEMORIAL DAY AT THE KROHN
wed 28 FAMILY NIGHTS AT THE KROHN Please see May 14 for details.
FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB
Kids can learn about honeybees and pollinators through crafts and snacks. Open to the first 20 children in attendance. Whole Foods Market Mason, 5805 Deerfield Boulevard, Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-398-9358 or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
ONE HOUR TRAIN RIDE Please see May 3 for details.
FREE WEE WEDNESDAYS
All active military and veterans get free admission today, with special activities sponsored by the Cincinnati Fire Department. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; regular admission $7 adult, $4 ages 5 - 12, $12 unlimited admission pins; 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks.com/butterflyshow.
This open house style program for preschoolers includes storytelling, touchable objects and more fun for a memorable learning experience. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 10 - 11:30 a.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.
MEMORIAL DAY KIDS’ FISHING TOURNAMENT
Please see May 14 for details.
Join a special kids-only fishing tournament! All participants receive a certificate, and any child who catches a fish gets a trophy. Whoever catches the largest fish will be presented with a trophy and a prize. Registration begins at the boathouse at 9 a.m. Limited to 50 children in each category (ages 10-12, 6-9, under 6). Boathouse, Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland Madeira Road, Loveland; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
MEMORIAL DAY VALLEY FLYER
Visit historic Metamora after a train ride through the scenic countryside and check out the working grist mill, a horse drawn canal boat, and more. Whitewater Valley Railroad, Grand Central Station, 455 Market Street, Connersville; 12:01 p.m.; $22 adults, $14 children (round-trip); 765-825-2054 or whitewatervalleyrr.org.
FREE WILD WEDNESDAYS
thu 29 FREE (ALMOST) EVERY OTHER THURSDAY SCIENCE Please see May 15 for details.
THURSDAY ART PLAY: SAILSTORFER ART FOR KIDS
Learn about the artist Michael Sailstorfer and create your own art inspired by his work. Then practice some poses with Modo Yoga. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th Street; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $5.50 students with ID and seniors, free members and children younger than 5); 513-345-8405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
WHITEWATER LIMITED Please see May 1 for details.
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FREE SUMMER MUSIC
FREE FAMILY SUMMER FUN
Head to Fountain Square and enjoy some live music performances of traditional American music forms, from bluegrass and folk to rockabilly and honky tonk. Fountain Square, Downtown, West 5th Street; 7 p.m.; 513-763-8036 or myfountainsquare.com.
Please see May 10 for details.
SPOTLIGHT: Hunger Walk Monday, May 26
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oin thousands of TriState residents in the fight against hunger as they walk and run in the Freestore Foodbank’s 11th Annual Hunger Walk and 5K Run. All proceeds will benefit the Freestore Foodbank’s network of 275 partner agencies. This year’s course will take participants across the Taylor-Southgate Bridge, through the streets of Newport, across the Purple People Bridge and ending at Sawyer Point, on the east side of the P&G Pavilion. Sawyer Point, 537 East Pete Rose Way; 7 a.m.; $15 - $25. Call 513-482-3663 or visit cincinnatihungerwalk.org.
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SUMMERFAIR
Summerfair celebrates its 47th year of showcasing more than 300 fine artists and craftspeople. Enjoy four stages of local and regional entertainers, a variety of food vendors, and a youth arts area complete with handson activities and entertainment for kids. New this year, national folk artist Jen Chapin will perform Saturday night during Summerfair After Hours! Coney Island Park, 6201 Kellogg Avenue; 2 - 8 p.m. May 30, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. May 31, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. June 1; $10 adults, free ages 12 and younger; 513-531-0050 or summerfair.org.
WHITEWATER LIMITED Please see May 1 for details.
sat 31 BLUE RIBBON RUN
Join the Family Nurturing Center’s Blue Ribbon 5K and help raise awareness for children who are victims of abuse. The chip-timed race winds through the campus of Northern Kentucky University, and features awards for top finishers, a Kids Fun Lane, and a Kids Fun Run. General Cable, 4 Tesseneer Road, Highland Heights; 8 a.m.; $25 in advance, $30 race day; familynurture.org.
FREE CURIOSITY SATURDAY
Join Happen, Inc., and the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County for free, engaging, kid-friendly activities that the whole family can enjoy. Washington Park, 1230 Elm Street; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; washingtonpark. org.
OPEN HOUSE: STANDING PORTRAITS Please see May 3 for details.
FREE SPRING FLING CELEBRATION
Revelation Chiropractic and the businesses of 6360 Tylersville Road host the third annual Spring Fling event this afternoon in the parking lot. Join in for free food, activities, shopping and entertainment for the whole family. Stop out and see how much fun this plaza has to offer. Plaza, 6360 Tylersville Road; 12 - 3 p.m.; 513770-0553.
SUMMERFAIR
Please see May 30 for details.
See Cincinnati Playhouse’s production of The Short Tree and the Bird That Could Not Sing now through May 24.
NOW PLAYING GYPSY
The ultimate story about an aggressive stage mother, this tale that crosses the U.S. in the 1920s recounts the death of vaudeville and the birth of burlesque. One of Broadway’s greatest shows, audiences will delight in tunes like “Some People,” “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” and “Together Wherever We Go.” Covedale Center for Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave.; through May 4; $24 adults, $21 students and seniors; 513-241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com.
HELLO DOLLY!
This irresistible story focuses on one of the most fabulous characters of the musical stage … Dolly Gallagher Levi! Happy love songs and classic music numbers will keep audiences delighted and tapping their toes. Covedale Center for Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave.; May 22 - June 1; tickets start at $21; 513-241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com.
PETER PAN
It’s the classic tale of the boy who wouldn’t grow up. Filled with fantasy, adventure, the Lost Boys, Indians and Pirates, this production features classic tunes and a fairy tale that will delight audiences of all ages. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut Ave.; May 9 - 17; $20 - $24; 513-621-2787 or cincinnatiarts.org.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
One of the most enduring Broadway musicals of all time, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s production returns to Cincinnati with exciting special effects, new scenic and lighting designs, new staging and new choreography. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St.; through May 11; ticket prices vary, see site for details; 513-621-2787 or cincinnati.broadway.com.
THE SHORT TREE AND THE BIRD THAT COULD NOT SING
This charming tale of an unlikely friendship between a tree that resents its lack of height and a bird with a horrible voice will delight audiences. As their relationship builds around the joys of music, stories, the weather and the stars, the friends learn to navigate the ups and downs of learning about each other, growing closer, and finding themselves apart. Part of the Off the Hill series from Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. Through May 24; various venues throughout Greater Cincinnati, please see website for a complete schedule; cincyplay.com.
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PLAN AHEAD BAY STAR EQUINE CENTER
2944 Millville-Shandon Road, Hamilton 513-738-4463 • baystarequicenter.com • Family Filly Friday Experience Equine Assisted Learning in the country! Round up the fillies in your family and kick up your heels with some horses. Play games with horses and interact with them in a whole new way (no riding). Open up the lines of communication, get creative, explore, and learn different things about each other and yourself. Staff will guide you through unique activities involving horses in the great outdoors. No horse experience necessary. Appropriate for ages 10 and older. 7 - 9 p.m. May 16; $25.
BEECH ACRES PARENTING CENTER 6881 Beechmont Ave. 513-233-4706 • beechacres.org
• FREE Families in Conflict Situations Families going through a divorce are invited to this free class for support and advice. 6 p.m. Thursdays, May 15 - 29. • FREE Kinship Connections This gathering is for Warren or Clinton County residents who care full-time for a relative or loved one’s child or children. Held at Countryside YMCA, 1699 Deerfield Road, Lebanon; 9 - 11 a.m. May 24. • FREE Building Strong Marriages and Relationships Married and unmarried couples are invited to these seminars on how to keep their relationships strong. Held at 270 Northland Road; 7 9 p.m. Thursdays, May 8 - 29.
BETHESDA HOSPITAL
10500 Montgomery Road 513-475-4500 • trihealth.com • Teach Your Baby To Sign Learn to “talk” to your hearing baby or toddler with American Sign Language, and help improve preverbal communication, and enjoy the benefits of earlier speech development, and less frustration! 6:45 p.m. May 13; $45 (includes pictorial dictionary and DVD). • The Toddler Tantrum Survival Guide Learn about the reasons behind tantrums and how to avoid conflict without crushing your child’s spirit. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. May 17; $30. • Baby’s Amazing Journey New parents learn about the developmental milestones of Baby’s first year and get tips on handling common sleep, eating and fussiness issues. 6:45 p.m. May 8; $35. • Happiest Baby on the Block Learn how to turn on your newborn’s Calming Reflex in this workshop that will lead you to better nights. 6:45 p.m. May 19; $50 (includes Parent Kit and DVD).
BLUE COCOON
9393 Montgomery Road 513-791-1089 • bluecocoonbaby.com • Blue Cocoon Classes Register online for classes for babies and parents including Tummytime, YogaBaby, Baby Led Weaning, DIY Babyfood, Healthy Toddler Food, Infant Massage, Miss Tisha’s MusikGarten for Babies, Momtography 101, Hypnobabies, Fit Mommies, and Dogs and Storks. Class prices range from free to $50 for a series.
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CALL AHEAD TO RESERVE YOUR CHILD’S SPOT!
These events require ADVANCED REGISTRATION. Registration is ongoing until event is filled or otherwise noted.
BLUE MANATEE CHILDREN’S BOOKSTORE
3054 Madison Road 513-731-2665 • bluemanateebooks.com • Project Kid Crafting Event RSVP by May 20. In celebration of the new book PROJECT KID: 100 Ingenious Crafts for Family Fun, ages 4 and older craft an inventive, stylish project made from reusable and affordable materials. 3:30 p.m. May 22; $5.
BRAZEE STREET SCHOOL OF GLASS
4426 Brazee St. 513-321-0206 • brazeestreetstudios.com • Mom and Me: Floral Decal Pendants Celebrate Mother’s Day by making some glass jewelry together. Learn the basics of using decals to add imagery to glass pendants. Best for ages 8 and older. 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. May 10; $60 for a set of four pendants. • Mom and Me: Picture Frame Design and create your own fused glass picture frame in this class for ages 5 and older and their moms. 3 - 4 p.m. May 10; $40 per frame. • Kids and Me: Hot Casting Bring your child to learn about casting hot glass — bring a favorite object to create a relief mold then watch expert caster JW May pour molten glass into the mold to create a one-of-akind object. For ages 8 and older. 4, 5 and 6 p.m. May 15; $35.
BURNET WOODS
3251 Brookline Drive 513-751-3679 • cincinnatiparks.com • Summer Skies Preview Join others at the Wolff Planetarium for a tale of true love lost — the summer sky is filled with a journey to the underworld, a black hole in a swan’s heart, and more tales of love lost. Best for ages 5 and older, accompanied by an adult. 7 p.m. May 16; $5.
CALDWELL NATURE PRESERVE
• Art in the Making Ages 6 - 12 and their adults work together on an art project in a workshop led by a local professional artist. 1 - 3 p.m. May 17; $10 per pair members, $20 per pair nonmembers ($3 and $6 for each additional person).
CINCINNATI FAMILY ENRICHMENT CENTER
4244 Hamilton Ave. 513-591-2332 • theplaceforfamilies.com • HappEsextalk Join this sex ed class geared toward preschoolers and establish a healthy foundation with your children when it comes to discussions about pregnancy, childbirth and sexual development. 12:45 p.m. May 3; $30. • FREE Transitioning From Harmful Chemicals Overwhelmed by the reports of toxic chemicals in your home? Join this seminar to learn what’s in your home and how to remove harmful chemicals from household items and your family’s life. 12:45 p.m. May 10. • This Little Piggy Schedule an appointment to preserve the memory of your child’s hands and feet with This Little Piggy Handprints. May 31; $40 - $50. • Breastfeeding Realities Wendy McHale, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, leads this workshop on the basics of breastfeeding, typical breastfeeding issues, and how to resolve them for a plentiful milk supply, healthy attachment, and a lifetime of benefits. 3 - 5 p.m. May 17; $30. • FREE Tummy to Tummy Learn the benefits of wearing your baby and get help selecting the right sling or carrier for you. 12:45 p.m. May 17.
CINCINNATI NATURE CENTER AT ROWE WOODS 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford 513-831-1711 • cincynature.org
Daily admission for nonmembers $8 adults, $6 seniors and active military, $3 ages 4 -12
• Weather 101 RSVP by May 21. Ages 8 - 12 join demonstrations to learn how air, water and heat produce Earth’s weather. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. May 23; call for price.
• Family Overnight at Rowe Woods Bring your camping gear and favorite camp meals for an overnight experience at Rowe Woods. Best for ages 6 and older. 6:30 p.m. May 30 - 10:30 a.m. May 31; $17 adult members, $8 child members, $22 adult nonmembers, $13 child nonmembers, $50 family member max, $70 family nonmembers max.
CHRISHOLM METROPARK
CIVIC GARDEN CENTER
430 W. North Bend Road 513-761-4313 • cincinnatiparks.com
2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net
A valid MetroParks motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park
• Discovery Kids Jump and dance your way into spring — ages 3 - 5 and their grown-ups explore the natural world through songs, stories, hikes, games and more. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. May 21; $3 per child.
CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM
953 Eden Park Drive 513-721-2787 • cincinnatiartmuseum.org • Culture Kids Ages 2 - 5 and their grown-ups enjoy some art activities, stories, snacks, and tours of the CAM. 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. May 9; $10 per pair members, $20 per pair nonmembers ($3 and $6 for each additional person).
“Where Every Family Matters.”
2715 Reading Road 513-221-0981 • civicgardencenter.org • Tea Ceremony Tea has a rich, ancient culture that comes from both western and eastern traditions. Learn how to grow, create and serve tea during this fun program. 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.; $5.
COVEDALE CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS
490 Glenway Ave. 513-241-6550 • covedalecenter.com • Auditions for FOOTLOOSE! Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre hosts auditions for this season’s musical production. Those auditioning must be 13 - 19 at the time of audition and are by appointment only. May 3 - 5.
PLAN AHEAD JANE’S SADDLEBAG
13989 Ryle Road, Big Bone Lick, KY 859-384-6617 • janessaddlebag.com • Mother’s Day Celebration Bring Mom for a special day that includes a complimentary flower or plant, lunch and dinner specials all day, live music from 3- 6 p.m., and free entry for moms into the petting zoo! 12 - 6 p.m. May 11.
MAYERSON JCC
8485 Ridge Road 513-761-7500 • mayersonjcc.org • An Evening With Groucho Award-winning actor/ director/playwright Frank Ferrante recreates his PBS, New York and London acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx in this fast-paced 90 minutes of hilarity. The two-act comedy consists of the best Groucho one-liners, anecdotes and songs. The audience literally becomes part of the show as Ferrante ad-libs his way throughout the performance in grand Groucho style. 7:30 p.m. May 15; $25 members, $35 nonmembers, $75 VIP seats.
MIAMI WHITEWATER FOREST
9001 Mt. Hope Road 513-521-PARK (7275) • greatparks.org
A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park.
• Homeschool Science RSVP By May 13. Ages 5 - 12 will learn about wetlands through lessons, a guided hike and learning stations. 1 - 3 p.m. May 15.; $6.
MT. AIRY FOREST
5083 Colerain Ave. 513-231-8678 • cincinnatiparks.com • Frisbee Golf Fun RSVP by May 9. Join the pros from Nati Disc Golf for a lesson on one of the TriState’s most beautiful, fun and challenging courses. Learn the basics and keep a disc to use in the future. 10 a.m. 12 p.m. May 17; $10.
NAMI NORTHERN KENTUCKY
Held at Erlanger Christian Church, 27 Graves Ave., Erlanger 859-392-1730 • naminky.org • FREE Basics Course This course is open to caregivers and parents of children and adolescents (infants through age 17) with symptoms of mental illness. A formal diagnosis is not required for attendance. 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Tuesdays in May.
OTTO ARMLEDER PARK
5059 Wooster Pike 513-542-2909 • cincinnatiparks.com • Family Canoeing RSVP by May 19. Explore the scenic river and learn about the history and inhabitants of the area in this canoe trip for ages 6 and older. Pack a lunch and wear sturdy shoes. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. May 24; $20 per canoe.
SEA OF SMILES PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 1319 Nagel Road 513-474-6777 • seaofsmilesdds.com
• FREE Dentistry Day Sea of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry provides a day of free dental care for children ages 3 - 10, with a legal guardian. 7:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. May 21.
CALL AHEAD TO RESERVE YOUR CHILD’S SPOT!
These events require ADVANCED REGISTRATION. Registration is ongoing until event is filled or otherwise noted.
SHALOM FAMILY
myshalomfamily.org • FREE Sensory Sunday: Stories, Songs and Fun For You and Your Little One These private interactive playgroups feature Miss Meliss, who keeps both parents and their little ones engaged with her unique brand of fun. Play dates include a snack and are open to families in the Jewish community with children ages 2 and younger in which at least one parent is Jewish. Two families will each win a $50 Target gift card at each event. Presented by Shalom Family, an initiative of The Mayerson Foundation. The Gymboree, 6209 Snider Road; 2 p.m. May 11. Dates subject to change, please call to confirm.
SHARON WOODS
11450 Lebanon Road 513-521-7275 • greatparks.org
A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park.
• Wee Wonder About Birds RSVP by May 20. Ages 3 - 5 learn all about birds through crafts, a story, and a meeting with a new feathery friend. 11 a.m. May 22; $6.
SPRINGER SCHOOL AND CENTER
2121 Madison Road 513-871-6080, ext. 402 • springer-ld.org • Supporting Academic Achievement in High School and Beyond Students who plan, organize, study smart, and have systems in place for achieving goals have a distinct advantage in high school and beyond. But how do we ensure children have these skills in place, when they are struggling in the day-today effort to get things done? This class will discuss and demonstrate how technology can be used to improve executive function skills, such as productivity and organization, and ultimately support higher achievement. 7 - 9 p.m. May 6; $10.
VOICE OF AMERICA METROPARK 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester 513-867-5835 • yourmetroparks.net
A valid MetroParks motor vehicle permit (see site for prices) is required to enter the park
• Discovery Kids Jump and dance your way into spring - ages 3 - 5 and their adults explore nature through songs, stories, crafts, games and snacks. 1 - 2 p.m. May 22; $3 per child. • MPX Night Bike Sign up to ride your bike at night — the park provides the glow sticks and s’mores after your ride. Don’t have a bike? You can always rent one. Meet in front of the lodge. 8:30 - 10 p.m. May 24; $6.
WHOLE FOODS MARKET MASON
5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason 513-398-9358 wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/mason • Daddy and Me Flower Arranging Dads and their kids can make a mason jar flower arrangement for Mom. 11 a.m. May 10; $15. • FREE Chefs in Training Ages 7 - 12 explore healthy eating and cooking with hands-on recipes. 7 p.m. May 12.
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WINTON WOODS
10245 Winton Road 513-521-PARK (7275) • greatparks.org
A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park.
• Growing Up a Farm Kid: Birthday Cake RSVP by May 4. Ages 2 - 5 and their adults learn about what animals provide to help make a delicious birthday cake. 9:30 - 11 a.m. May 6 - 7; $10 per child plus one free adult, $5 for each additional adult. • Pioneer Pastimes RSVP by May 7. Kids in PreK through Grade 2 can play old-time games, ride the hay wagon, and learn about carding and spinning wool. Then help in the garden and have some fun in the Playbarn. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. May 9, 16, 23, 30; $6 per child, $2.50 adults in advance online, $7 per child and $3 adults on day of event. • Tea On the Lawn RSVP by May 8. Dress in your springtime finery and treat your mom to tea and tasty snacks. Enjoy a beautiful natural setting while experiencing the European tradition of tea time. 3 p.m. May 11; $15. • Mother’s Day Brunch in the Park Bring Mom for a perfect brunch with an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring more than 25 items. 10 a.m., 12 and 2 p.m. May 11; $16.75 adults, $8 ages 2 - 12, plus tax.
WOODLAND MOUND
8250 Old Kellogg Ave. 513-521-PARK (7275) • greatparks.org
A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park.
• Homeschool Science RSVP by May 12. Ages 5 12 learn about plant life cycles through interactive learning stations, lessons and a guided hike. 9:30 11:30 a.m. May 14; $6. • Wildflower Jamboree RSVP by May 13. Ages 3 - 5 learn all about wildflowers through crafts and activities. 10 a.m. May 16; $6.
WYOMING FINE ARTS CENTER
322 Wyoming Ave. 513-948-1900 • musicartdance.org • Painting, Pajamas and Pancakes Join a merry morning brunch in the ballroom with your youngsters, then instructors will guide you through a collaborative painting that will be a keepsake and special memory for years to come. All this, in your PJs! Children ages 3 - 6. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. May 4; $40.
YMCA CAMP ERNST
7615 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington, KY 859-586-6181 • myycamp.com • Kids Night Out Let the kids enjoy a quick round of camp activities and friendship making with a night of pizza, hikes, camp games, and classic camp time activities and stories. 6:30 p.m. May 2 - 9:30 a.m. May 3; $35 members ($20 extra child), $40 nonmembers ($25 extra child).
BE IN THE CALENDAR!
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Pleasent Ridge Presbyterian Nursery School Enrichment classes for infants and toddlers to enjoy with a parent or caregiver. Each session includes facilitated play, music & movement, art explorations and informal parenting discussions.
Call (513)631-0170 for more information.
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Kidz Home Alone, Better Baby Sitters classes along with Empowering Girls with Confidence classes. Complete within one week. Classes offered in Mason, West Chester, Anderson, Oak Hills, NKY, Dayton, Terrace Park, Miami Township, Evendale and Fairfax
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Cornerstone Church Liberty Twp Fairfield Community Arts Center Sally’s Preschool
Enroll today in our group music classes for infants, toddlers and preschoolers now located in Loveland Music Academy in historic downtown Loveland! Space is limited.
(513) 545-7125 www.themusicfactoryonline.com
West Chester Activity Center
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Jump into Summer with a Young Rembrandts drawing class. Come draw with us! (513-779-7278)
youngrembrandts.com/cincinnatiwest
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“Where Every Family Matters.”
Welcome to
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