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Parent Sportsmanship When you think your child’s best is just not good enough ... remember that it’s only a game.

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Group Publisher Stewart Day Editor-in-Chief Susan Swindell Day

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Family Calendar

See the Open Horse Show on Sunday, June 20 and enjoy dozens more family activities this month.

Select Vs. Recreational Play Do you know which is right for your child? Choosing the right one makes all the difference.

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2010 Sports Directory Find a sport for any age of child in our annual directory.

7 FYI: local news for you Local Briefs: Cincinnati Zoo’s new addition, free family movie viewings, giveaways and more.

Kids’ Health: Getting the right sun protection, car seat check and a sport-specific training program.

Family Getaway: New Ripley’s Penguin Playhouse in Gatlinburg, Tenn.

Cincinnati Family Advisory Board Jack Collopy Executive Director Hamilton County Educational Service Center Missy Kucia Children’s Program Director, Cincinnati Sports Club Shannon Kloo Director of Early Childhood Services Children’s Home of Cincinnati Cathy Heizman Executive Director, Child Advocacy Center Betti Hinton Executive Director, FamiliesFORWARD Kris Mooney Early Childhood Program Developer Duke Energy Children’s Museum at Cincinnati Museum Center Susie Louiso Executive Director, Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

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Editor/Calendar Editor Sherry Hang Managing Editor Kiera Ashford Founding Publisher Dan Swensson Production Director Tim Henard Graphic Design Ashford and Day Contributing Writers Dana Ballinger, Barbara Littner David Account Managers Ginny Corsini, Molly Luttmer, Melissa Olivia Distribution Distributech Distribution Manager Jonathan McCormack THIS PUBLICATION AUDITED BY

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editor’s NOTE B Y S U S A N S W I N D E L L D AY

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ack when my 14-year-old was little, we were very excited when it came time to sign him up for his first soccer team. Finally we would be like those other people on Saturdays carrying collapsible chairs and pulling personal coolers. We’d be able to watch our little boy from the sidelines and cheer for him! I remember also though, my first taste of naughty parents on the sidelines. I had no idea that people could behave so badly!

While my 4-year-old Noah had his laces double knotted for the playing field, a mom stood nearby in deep conversation with her little boy, Lowry. Lowry’s face was serious, crumpled and stressed. As the boys took the field to start their soccer game, Lowry’s mom gave a loud shout.

“Let’s go Lowry! Stop those goals!” And she kept it up the entire game ... by the end of the game we secretly were calling her “the screecher.”

While the rest of us sat in our chairs and cheered even for the other team when they scored a goal (we’re talking 4-year-olds, mind you!), Lowry’s mom stewed from a standing position next to the goalie box where Lowry played keeper, feeding him M & M’s to keep him happy. She shouted at him and she plied him with treats at the same time.

Ten years later I remember that vividly. And I’ve seen a lot worse and a lot better.

Just this season, Noah (who now plays select soccer and also plays soccer for his high school team) was playing in an away game. One of our moms vocally questioned why the ref made the bad call that he did, and when that happened a parent on the opposing team unleashed.

“My boy didn’t do anything wrong! Keep your mouth shut!” she screamed. Next thing we knew, several parents on the opposing team were glaring and bickering among themselves as they watched the score tie up. Not too long after our team pulled ahead the opposing parents relocated their chairs away from us.

This goes on all the time in team sports. You’ll see the best in people and you’ll see the worst in them. You have to remain focused on what matters the most and it’s NOT YOU. All you are when it comes to having a child in sports is the support system. Teach your child how to manage his uniform and equipment and keep it in one place. Teach him to bring water to his practices and matchs. Drive him to where he needs to go, attend his games and quietly cheer his efforts.

Stay away from negative chatter — in front of the kids, anyway. What you say will be used against you. If you talk badly about a coach it impacts your child’s experience. If you are a jerk on the sidelines, it impacts your child’s experience. If you are in it for yourself and not for your child, it impacts your child’s experience.

When it comes to kids and sports, check your ego and dreams for the future at the door. Watch what your child shows you as he grows and don’t expect anything. That way it will be a marvelous journey and it will be your child’s that you get to be a part of ... and you’ll be remembered fondly for that.

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FYI:local news just for you Cincinnati Family

BY SHERRY HANG

welcome HUDO

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ive a big “Hello!” to the newest addition at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Hudo, a 7-year-old Komodo dragon, will reign supreme in the Zoo’s newest permanent exhibit, Dragons! Hudo comes to town by way of the Indianapolis Zoo, and is the son of Castor, a former resident here in Cincinnati. Make plans to visit the colorful kid, and check out all the creatures in the Zoo’s latest exhibit, opening Saturday, June 5. Visit cincinnatizoo.org.

free flicks for families!

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oney is tight all over, so Cincinnati Family is teaming up with Regal Cinemas to bring you some free films this summer! Regal Cinemas Deerfield Towne Center 16, located at 5500 Deerfield Blvd., Mason, will host a free family film festival starting Tuesday, June 15. Each Tuesday and Wednesday, catch a PG or G show, beginning at 10 a.m. This month, enjoy the following flicks and visit regmovies.com for full details: JUNE 15: Alvin and The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel (PG) JUNE 16: Hotel for Dogs (PG) JUNE 22: Imagine That (PG) JUNE 23: Tooth Fairy (PG)

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new day care option in town

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isters-in-law Holly Oakes and Abbie Rosfeld found that day cares with flexible options were hard to come by, so they decided to start their own.

After taking advantage of a day care with extended hours in Toledo, the sisters opened Kidz Watch, located at 9727 Montgomery Road in Cincinnati. The facility offers extended hours, drop-in babysitting with no reservations, programming and no long-term packages. “It’s a child care model that reaches everyone with kids,” says Oakes, while Rosfeld says it’s an ideal operation for parents who work non-traditional hours, or for parents whose schedule can change at a moment’s notice. Kidz Watch is open Mon - Thu, 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m., Fri, 7:30 a.m. - 12 a.m., and Sat, 9 a.m. - 12 a.m. Learn more at 513-793-KIDZ (5439) or kidzwatch.net. (please turn the page)

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FYI:local news (cont.) it’s a great day for a bike ride!

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unday, June 13 marks the fourth annual Ride Cincinnati — a one-day cycling event to raise money for breast cancer research done by the UC Barrett Cancer Institute at University Hospital.

Coordinated by families touched by breast cancer, the ride features a choice of lengths — anywhere from 8.2 to 62.8 miles — and a one-mile Kids Ride. Stick around after your ride for a party with live music, games, informational exhibits and snacks. “My children absolutely love being part of such a spirited event,” says Leanne Berke, mother of two.

“The ride appeals to families of all ages, as it offers a way for everyone to feel like a winner by providing options for all levels of riders. I love being able to participate in such a wonderful cause with our children — we enjoy the family time with the kids, made even better knowing that our fun is helping so many.” Registration fees are $35 for adults, and $20 for ages 12 and younger. Rides begin on a staggered schedule, with the first group starting at 6:30 a.m. Get the scoop at ridecincinnati.org.

a SMART summer alternative

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or kids with attention or anxiety disorders, camp can be a source of worry, but now there is a new alternative.

The Lindner Center of HOPE will offer a four-week summer program called SummerSMART, specifically designed by two of the center’s child and adolescent psychiatrists. SummerSMART is for ages 11 - 14 with impulsivity, socialization difficulties, and attention and anxiety disorders. With a small counselor-to-child ratio, the program will focus on team-based activities (like playing soccer or creating a group art project), relaxation techniques, socialization, and will also include a pre- and post-test to gauge each child’s progress. Kids can join one of two sessions, the first meeting from June 14 - July 9, the second from July 19 - August 13. Call 513-536-4673 or visit lindnercenterofhope.org/smart.

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take a hike with fireflies

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he best time to check out fireflies is in late June, when they’ve reached their peak breeding season. Families are invited to take a naturalist-led walk this month to watch these tiny creatures light up Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods (4949 Tealtown Road in Milford).

If you’d like to be notified when the peak occurs, send an email with FIREFLIES in the subject line to ajohnson@ cincynature.org.

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very Monday this month is a special day for moms at The Beach Waterpark — check out manicures, fashion shows, exhibitors and more. Mom Day Mondays are open to moms from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., June 21 - July 26. Admission to The Beach is $27.99 at the gate, or $19 online, with $7.50 for parking. Find out more at 513-398-7946 or visit thebeachwaterpark.com.

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FYI:family health uva … uvb … u confused yet?

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ou know you should wear sunscreen, but do you know which one is best? Learn the meaning behind the labels:

UVB: Ultraviolet B Radiation. UVB rays penetrate the upper layers of skin and are the cause of sunburn. These rays are at their most intense between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

UVA: Ultraviolet A Radiation. These rays hit the deeper layers of your skin, and can be just as intense in the winter as in the summer.

Overexposure to UVA rays are what can cause your skin to look older.

SPF: Sun Protection Factor. It’s best to pick a sunscreen with at least an SPF of 15, although choose SPF 30 for kids under 6 years and if you plan on being in the sun for more than one hour. SPF often only refers to its protection against UVB rays, so when shopping for sunscreen, choose one that specifically offers protection against both UVA and UVB. Source: Sun Safety Alliance, sunsafetyalliance.org

improving sports performance

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ant your athlete to progress to the next level? Consider a sport-specific training program — a range of training exercises that mimic movement patterns consistent to your child’s chosen sport, resulting in fewer injuries and better performance on the field or court. According to Troy Merckle, a licensed physical therapist at Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, sport-specific training “puts muscles in a controlled setting so that when those same muscles are used in an uncontrolled setting, the risk of injury is greatly reduced.” Programs like Beacon’s D1 Sports Training puts young athletes in small groups to focus on things like speed, agility, strength and more, giving your child an edge in the game, and also protecting him from sprains, strains and the like. Learn more at beaconortho.com.

over the river and through the woods …

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ummertime is a great time for visiting and vacations, but before you set off on your family road trip, check these tips from the American Academy of Pediatricians (aap.org) for a secure car safety seat. Or go to seatcheck.org to find a nearby car seat safety check station.

• Infants should ride rear-facing until at least 1 year old and weigh 20 pounds, or the highest weight and height allowed by the seat’s maker.

• Toddlers should ride rear-facing as long as possible, but can transition into a forward-facing seat with a full harness.

• Use a booster seat for those kids who don’t fit under a grown-up seat belt (they can usually wear the adult seat belt at about 4’9”) • Older kids should always wear a lap and shoulder seat belt and ride in the back until at least 13 years old.

• Be a good role model and always wear your own seat belt!

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FYI: family getaway

BY KIERA ASHFORD

Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies

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Gatlinburg, Tenn., is booming with excitement at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies.

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re we there yet?” asks 4-year-old Lilliana. She has been on the edge of her seat since we told her we were going to the aquarium. She has no idea about the excitement she is in for!

Little animal lovers everywhere have something new to look forward to in Gatlinburg, Tenn. Marking the Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies’ 10th birthday, it has added the new exhibit Ripley’s Penguin Playhouse to its already impressive lineup. It features African black footed penguins. Ripley’s Aquarium recently received an award from TripAdvisor deeming it the “Number One Aquarium in the United States.”

Your Adventure Awaits There are more than 10,000 exotic sea creatures in this fabulous award-winning aquarium. From tiny sea horses to 12-foot sharks, there is something for everyone. Exhibits include an underwater Tropical Rainforest, Gallery of the Seas, Systems Control, Coral Reef, Ocean Realm, Stingray Bay, Touch-a-Ray Bay and more. One of the most awesome exhibits is Shark Lagoon, which you enter via a 345-foot tunnel (part of it is a moving walkway), to see sharks, fish and the occasional divers. Although Lilliana was a bit frightened by the sheer size of the sharks, she was able to find something about them that intrigued her.

Being able to see them from underneath, she saw how many of them had silly faces. The sawshark was the first she was unsure of, but when she saw it’s mouth she exclaimed, “Look, it has big lips!” Even the stingrays showed their faces as they floated overhead.

The Penguins are HERE! This grand, new exhibit creates a fantastic adventure for all ages — including the penguins! After enriching your minds with the breath-taking underwater creatures of the rest of the aquarium, you are left with the most intriguing and interactive exhibit yet.

Enter and look down. That’s right, there is a solid sheet of acrylic beneath you in a portion of the walkway that lets you view the penguins as they swim beneath. In this wonderful habitat, the penguins are free to choose indoors or out. A platform allows them to get right up to the window so you can get an extra close look at them. But, if you really want to get beak-to-beak with these marvelous animals, take your turn crawling through the acrylic tunnel in The Penguin Playhouse. The first part of the crawl-through tunnel is completely surrounded by water! This fantastic feature allows the penguins to see you making it interactive for both parties.

After you’re done viewing the penguins from the inside, pop outside on the patio and see them in action in their outdoor habitat. It’s a whole new world for them out there.

For an additional small fee, visitors can also get hands-on interaction with an African black footed penguin — with the help of a marine biologist.

With all the original exhibits and the new addition of The Penguin Playhouse, Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies makes for one super fun and wonderfully educational family getaway for families. J Kiera Ashford is associate editor for this publication and a mother of one with one more on the way.

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when a child’s best effort isn’t good enough

BY DANA BALLINGER

Many parents put pressure on their child’s athletic performance — whether or not it’s good for the child.

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ow does one effectively study human behavior and the brain’s response to stressful situations? Simply observe parents watching their children participate in competitive sports! With three children playing various sports, I have had numerous opportunities to examine adult behavior in the midst of youth competition. As a result, I am now compelled to keep my own words and actions during and after my children’s sporting events in check.

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sports of all sorts Perhaps it’s the season, perhaps it’s the weather, perhaps it’s global warming — something must be responsible for the increase in parental meltdowns at youth sporting events. After all, it couldn’t possibly be a lack of restraint of our educated and civilized selves. I am referring not only to the always-been-around expletives directed at referees, but the seemingly increasing rate of outbursts at our own players.

During a competitive tournament my 12-year-old daughter was in, I witnessed a variety of adult reactions following a one-goal loss to another team in the championship game. As I made my way to my car, it dawned on me that some of these girls were walking away from the tournament enjoying the exhilaration associated with a hardfought battle, while others were experiencing feelings of complete failure and inadequacy. Unfortunately, some were even bearing the heavy burden of having disappointed their parents.

As I observed mothers’ arms reaching around daughters’ shoulders, I realized that the disappointed expressions of the mothers echoed the sadness each felt for their daughter’s pain, not their own.

As we walked toward the trophy tent, I overheard sporadic portions of conversations such as “great game … be proud … played great … did your best …” Hugs were being extended to daughters and daughters’ teammates, and the sweet taste of parental support began to wash away the bitter taste of defeat.

On the other hand, many other parents displayed grimaces of disappointment not for the girls but in the girls. Remarks uttered audibly reflected some parents felt “let down” because some of the girls, perhaps even their own daughters, failed to play the perfect game. A bad kick, a missed shot, a dropped ball … on and on and on.

Hmmm, I thought … have we lost our perspective? Isn’t this, after all, a game? Our children learn important lessons from participating in team sports, but it has always been my understanding that the main objectives are teamwork, sportsmanship and having fun. When did youth athletic events evolve from fun, physical activities into stressful performances during which adults harshly assess mistakes?

Don’t get me wrong — I am a competitive person — always have been, always will be. I believe that everyone, even children, should give their best effort at any endeavor in which they engage, whether it is school work, music, sports, or chores. But when did we reach the point where a child’s best is not good enough? And when one’s best is not good enough, then what?

For Our Children or for Ourselves?

When I missed a middle school cross country meet recently, my husband called me to inform me that our son had added 20 seconds to his best time and finished fifth as opposed to the first or second place we had anticipated. The phrases “didn’t try hard enough” and “how on earth did he not place higher?” were able to escape from my voice box before my brain could stifle my words. I am grateful for my absence that day, because time and distance allowed me to digest my unfair sentiments before I had a chance to knock my son’s selfesteem down a couple of notches.

After all, why was I disappointed? For my son or for myself? A runner, like any other athlete, has varying levels of performance depending on the day. There are races during which my son excels at a level he didn’t think he was capable of, and there are races where the energy and strength are slightly compromised due to outside influences — lack of sleep, improper diet, the stars not lined up just right ... after all, those are the same influences which dictate how our days unfold as an adult, aren’t they? Imagine that!

Moreover, children realize their mistakes before we ever open our mouths. They already know, for example, that their job is to take or keep the ball from the other player, but sometimes they are simply unable to do that at that particular moment. If another player wins the ball, it is time to move on to the next play. Must kids be reminded of their mistake by the overgrown bystanders on the sidelines?

Negative Never Helps As I shamelessly eavesdropped on the girls’ conversations in the back of my van following a game, I realized that the players can hear almost everything the adults say from the sidelines. According to the set of athletes I overheard, negative remarks never help and always add to an athlete’s already self-imposed stress levels. In fact, one girl noted that she can hardly hear the coach’s instructions over the booming voices of parents. Another indicated that she once considered stopping her game long enough to challenge the verbal critics on the sidelines to take her place on the field.

As I drove away with my daughter following our soccer loss, I could feel her eyes on me in anticipation of my response about the game. I looked at her and with a mischievous snicker, communicated with her in my mocking sing-song voice, “They won, they won, they shot the bb gun! You lost, you lost, you ate the apple sauce!” (I know, silly at best, but it sprung from my rural childhood — we didn’t have cheer coaches back then.) The sparkle in her eye and the laughter from her heart were the only reactions needed, but my attempted humor and casual approach launched the opening of an in-depth conversation about the entire weekend. It allowed her to relive each great move or embarrassing mistake knowing that her best was all she should expect and that this was, after all, just a game. And as I always say, “Some days you get the bear and some days the bear gets you!”

I want my children to reflect upon their youth with fond memories of their competitive endeavors, remembering their accomplishments with pride and their mistakes with humor. Most importantly, I want my children to learn that failure is a necessary step to success.

As of now, I have vowed to leave the coaching to the coach and the playing to the players. My job is to be a cheerleader from the sidelines, and if I mess up, well, I hope the players aren’t too hard on me. After all, everyone makes mistakes! J Dana Ballinger is an attorney and mother of five children.

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aster weekend we had four games,” says JoAnn Merk, mother of three boys, Ben 13, Nick 10, and John 3. But she was only talking about Nick’s schedule. He plays select baseball, and his schedule is intense.

As a child’s interest and ability in sports grows, parents are faced with a decision: to continue in recreational leagues (the teams connected to grade schools, the local YMCA, and other such organizations) or to move on to select teams (also called club teams, travel teams or other titles, depending on the sport and host organization). Many factors influence the select vs. recreational decision including training, time commitment, and of course, money. Time commitment is major in select sports. (please turn the page)

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sports of all sorts For example, Nick’s select baseball team started practice in January, working out three times a week. In March, games were added to the schedule and games will continue until the end of June. Attendance is not casual; it is expected.

Recreational teams generally practice once or twice during the week, and play games on the weekends. Teams at the YMCA often combine a short practice with a game on the same afternoon or evening, meaning the family sacrifices only an hour or two a week to the sport.

Time commitment is one of the key factors parents must consider when they choose among the many options for kids’ sports. With most select sports, “Every weekend, there are tournaments, with at least two, and sometimes five games that these kids are playing,” says Mary Jo Huismann, Athletic Director at Mother of Mercy High School.

The biggest issue facing families when deciding recreational versus select however, are the fees.

Pay to Play Big dreams of athletic careers and scholarship money often prompt parents to dig deep to pay for select sports, but fees exist at all level of sports.

In recreational play, for instance, Y members might pay $30 - $60 a season. School teams usually require a family registration fee of around $50 - $150 plus an additional sports fee. At recreational levels, the coaches are volunteers, and fees cover field and facility rentals, and pay for the game officials and other expenses.

Select teams command higher fees, generally in the range from $300 to $1,000 or more for a season. That fee does not include the expenses families incur for booking hotel rooms with the team and eating meals on the road during tournaments. The other reason why the cost of select is so much higher than recreational costs is in the coaching.

Select coaches are paid — not volunteer — and must be licensed at different levels of expertise. Many are former college or professional-level players. To many parents, superior training in sports — as soon as possible — makes all the difference to a child’s future sports aptitude.

Parents often justify the select expense with hopes for future scholarships, believing that college scholarships or a spot on the high school team roster requires club play. “But it’s not true,” Huismann says. “If you’re good, you’re good.” Whether your child plays recreational or select, “If they go to a high school and are involved in a good program, and they follow the coach’s advice, and get seen at the right time,” Huismann says, this is what improves chances at scholarships. That and your child’s record in sports.

Choosing between recreational or select sports comes down to your child. Does he love competition? Does he want to commit to several hours a week and more? Can YOU? Or does he just want to play for the social fun of it all? Your family should make that call together. J

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In addition to age, parents should consider weight, size, and emotional development. Allow your child to participate in making the decision; he shouldn’t be pushed into a sport that he isn’t physically or emotionally ready to handle. On the other hand, if he has a strong interest in a sport, then it may be reasonable to allow him to get involved earlier than age 6.

Consider the following factors when looking into sports, either recreational or select: • The level of your child’s physical and psychological maturity • How much emphasis is placed on performance • Quality of the program and coaching • Spectator behavior • Risk of injury • Necessary equipment and its cost

Barbara Littner David is a local writer and mother of five. She is also the author of Cincinnati Trips for Kids, a collection of more than 40 great Cincinnati-area attractions.

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2010 SPORTS DIRECTORY BASEBALL & SOFTBALL Greater Cincinnati Select Baseball League (GCSBL) 513-314-6493 • eteamz.com/gcsbl Offers divisions from 9U - 18U for all competitive levels. League fees vary from $150 - $250 and awards are given to divisional winners.

Team web site provides schedules, stats, photos and more, while the league itself offers team insurance and affiliations with national baseball organizations.

Greater Cincinnati Knothole Baseball greatercincinnatiknothole.com A youth baseball league for ages 10 - 15; the main web site offers links to each district’s individual web site.

Little League littleleague.org Little League is about learning the game of baseball, as well as improving skills and teamwork. Choose the League Finder from the web site to find a team in your neighborhood.

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Reds Rookie Success League redsyouthbaseball.org A co-ed, character-building, introductory baseball and softball camp for ages 6 - 12. Camp meets twice a week in June and July in three different locations. Camps are free to all participants and include lunch, hat and a t-shirt, as well as a Reds Rookie day at Great American Ball Park.

BASKETBALL Northern Cincinnati Basketball Camp 513-398-1844 northerncincyhoops.com Giving boys and girls the chance to learn how to dribble, shoot and perfect their basketball skills with camps for grades 4 - 9, a Little Dribblers camp for grades K - 3, and shooting camps for grades 4 - 12.

Although walk-ins are accepted, it is best to register early.

Are you thinking about sports for your child? You’ll find a sport for every age and every kind of child in our annual directory.

Southwestern Ohio Basketball 513-235-9007 • swohiosports.com Operating since 1996, this group offers youth basketball leagues for boys and girls on a year-round schedule. Participants can join weekend tournaments, as well as get individual training and attend summer camps.

FOOTBALL Boone County Pee Wee Football League 859-525-7441 bcpeeweefootball.com Offers both youth football and cheerleading. Football players need to be at least 6 years old and no older than 14 before August 1 or entering the first grade. Cheerleaders need to be at least 4 years old before October 1 and no older than 14 before August 1.

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Community Youth Football League http://cyflfootball.com An independent football organization open to grades 1 - 6. Each team is associated with their local school district, and offers a path to the school’s JV and Varsity programs. Teams include: Anderson Wildcats Lakota Tomahawks Loveland Tigers Sharonville Eagles Kings Knights Milford Eagles Indian Hill Braves Little Miami Panthers Mason Comets Sycamore Aviators

Firebird Football at Lakota West High School 5165 Grandin Ridge Drive Liberty Township • 513-616-4503 firebirdfootballcamp.com Athletes entering grades 2 - 9 can learn the fundamentals of the game and work on improving their skills.

Programs are led by Lakota West coaches, former Firebird Football campers and even former NFL players.

Cincinnati Gymnastics 3635 Woodridge Blvd., Fairfield 513-860-3082 cincinnatigymnastics.com A training facility for ages 18 months - 18 years and for all stages of development and ability. Camps, clinics, classes and a Summer Olympic program are all available with ongoing registration and prorated tuition for sign-ups during a term.

Ohio Flag Football 513-878-0303 ohioflagfootball.com Co-ed youth flag football leagues for ages 4 - 12. Leagues form in the spring, summer and fall, with a “Champions for Charity” tournament at the end of the spring session, where kids get to play in the Horseshoe at Ohio State University.

Players can check their scores and stats, as well as video highlights of their games, on the web site.

CWS Saints All Stars CheerWorkshop 40 Arndt Ct., Fairfield 513-297-8344 or 513-225-1361 cheerworkshop.com Teaches boys and girls basic through advanced tumbling, cheerleading and dance skills. Instructors have more than 30 years experience and focus on skill development along with self-discipline, confidence and self-esteem. Competitive opportunities also available.

GYMNASTICS/ CHEERLEADING American Eagles Gymnastics 693 Old State Route 74, Cincinnati 513-752-2003 welcome.to/aegymnastics Gymnastics and movement education classes for ages 18 months through high school, as well as Munchkin Movement, recreational gymnastics, cheerleading and competitive gymnastics teams.

Cheerleading International Academy, Inc. (CIA of Cincy) 568 Cincinnati Batavia Pike Cincinnati • 513-576-9800 ciaofcincy.com jumpinjoeysgym.com Offers cheerleading, a full dance studio, and tumbling for the general public, recreational squads, schools, college students and an All-Star Competitive team. Also home to Jumpin Joey’s Toddler Play, a safe toddler play area with plenty of tumbling opportunities.

Dance Etc. 5985 Meijer Drive, Milford 513-576-1400 • dance-etc.com Classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, boys breakdancing, cheerleading, lyrical and pointe, as well as awardwinning competitive dance and tumbling teams and a summer camp for ages 2 - 18.

Five Star Gymnastics 1405 Jamike Ave., #11, Erlanger 859-647-0660 fivestar-gymnastics.com Ages 2-and-a-half - 18 years can participate in recreational gymnastics, tumbling and cheerleading.

Summer camps and preschool classes also available.

Flip n Twist Gymnastics and Cheer 25-A Enterprise Drive, Hamilton 513-942-4435 • flipntwist.com Offers classes to children 15 months - 18 years. Preschool gymnastics offered to children 15 months - 5 years, recreational gymnastics for ages 6 - 18, and tumbling classes for beginners to twisting. Also offers USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic Competitive programs for Levels 3 - 10, as well as Recreational Competitive Teams Levels 4, 5 and Prep Optional. Summer camps available.

Go 2 Grow Gymnastics 4325 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati 513-746-8571 Offering classes specifically for preschoolers, including classes for ages 1 - Kindergarten, in which students learn gymnastics skills, sport fundamentals, fitness and cooperative play.

Gym-Nation Gymnastics & Cheerleading 836 Reading Road, Mason 513-229-7315 • gym-nation.com Gymnastics, cheerleading and tumbling classes for ages 15 months and older. Also home to a competitive and recreational gymnastics team, and a competitive cheerleading team.

Gymboree gymboreeclasses.com 3549 Columbia Pkwy.

Columbia-Tusculum 513-871-1900 4700 Duke Drive, Ste. 105 Mason • 513-459-4769 Newborns through 6 months explore the senses and support visual and auditory development with tumbling play, as well as parent discussion time to help learn about your child’s development. Ages 6 months - 10 years learn about cause and effect and build strength through play with ramps, slides and climbers.

Gymnastics Central 299 Haskell Lane, Batavia 513-947-0540 gymnastics-central.com Preschool gymnastics for ages 2 - 4, with ages 5 and older choosing from Olympic-style gymnastics or tumbling and trampoline. Competitive teams available in both sports.

The Little Gym 7318 Yankee Road Liberty Township 513-777-1110 • thelittlegym.com Teaches basic sports skills for a foundation of positive athletic experiences, including sport exercises, lead-up games and drills to teach basic rules of play, and encouraging kids to join the fun of playing a team sport.

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Premier Athletics 1610 Dixie Hwy., Park Hills 859-431-7190 premierathletics.com Competitive cheerleading and dance training, tumbling classes, squad lessons, private lessons and summer camps to athletes of all ages and skill levels. Ongoing registration for tumbling classes and competitive cheerleading, while dance sign-ups take place every May. Top Flight Gymnastics 721 Centre View Blvd.

Crestview Hills 859-344-1010 topflightgymnastics.com Classes open to boys and girls, ages walking and older. Preschoolers have their own curriculum and school age children can choose from artistic gymnastics, tumbling, trampoline and tumbling, cheerleading, martial arts and/or dance.

HOCKEY & ICE SKATING Cincinnati Amateur Hockey Association (CAHA) 8857 Cincinnati-Dayton Road, Ste. 007, West Chester • 513-777-1700 cincinnatihockey.org Ice hockey for ages 4 - 18, including Free Intro to Hockey, Learn to Play Hockey, house and recreational teams in a house league, the Cincinnati Lady Cyclones, and JC and high school teams in CAHA’s own JV and high school leagues, as well as travel teams that play in a range of leagues.

Learn to Skate Cincinnati 513-759-4259 learntoskatecincinnati.com Beginning ice skating, figure skating, ice hockey and small group outings for ages 3 - adult. Registration begins every seven weeks, with the summer session beginning the second week of June. Week-long, half-day summer camps available, as well as private figure skating lessons and lessons to develop hockey skills.

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sports of all sorts Northern Kentucky Ice Center 2638 Crescent Springs Pike Crescent Springs • 859-344-1981 An indoor rink with public skating times as well as figure skating and ice skating lessons, ice hockey programs, hockey clinics and Broomball.

Northern Kentucky Youth Hockey Association nkyha.com A volunteer organization that offers house league play for learning and recreation, as well as travel teams for players with stronger skills to compete at higher levels.

Northland Skating Academy 10400 Reading Road, Evendale 513-563-0001 northlandicecenter.com Part of the Queen City Figure Skating Club; offering private and group lessons for beginners. Private lessons are available every day, along with general skating year-round.

Sports Plus 10765 Reading Road, Cincinnati 513-769-1010 sportsplusohio.com Learn to ice skate or play hockey, or join a league.

SOCCER Cincinnati West Soccer Club cincinnatiwestsoccer.com Offers competitive soccer for boys and girls ages 7 - 19 in entry level select through premier divisions.

CWSC offers a “players’ right to choose” in which participants can advance or stay at their current playing level. Teams play in the Cincinnati United Soccer League and Buckeye Premier Youth Soccer League.

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Cincy Lil’ Kickers 513-825-1902 cincylilkickers.com Lil’ Kickers is a non-competitive, year-round introductory soccer and movement skills program for boys and girls ages 18 months - 9 years.

Kings Soccer Academy Town & Country Sports & Health Club 1018 Town Drive, Wilder 859-835-KING (5464) kingssa.com Offers a variety of specific training opportunities, including Striker School, Goalkeeper Academy, Functional and Situational Training, along with high school team camps, and the Roby Stahl Summer Soccer Camp.

Ohio South Youth Soccer Association 25 Whitney Drive, Ste. 104 Milford • 513-576-9555 osysa.com Ages 4 - 19 can join recreational or competitive leagues, participate in tournaments, residential and day camps, and join an Olympic Development Program. Visit the wbeb site to find a local league; each league has their own registration deadline. Coaching classes are also available to those seeking a license.

SCSA Select Soccer (Southeastern Cincinnati Soccer Association Select Soccer) 513-543-2839 • scsaselect.com A select soccer organization serving boys and girls in Hamilton and eastern Clermont Counties and Northern Kentucky. Teams range in age from U8 to U18; visit web site for tryout dates and times.

Soccer Association for Youth, USA (SAY Soccer) One North Commerce Park Drive Ste. 306, Cincinnati 800-233-7291 • saysoccer.org Offers recreational youth soccer leagues for ages 8 - 14 in both the summer and fall. Visit the web site and choose “find a location” or call the groups below: Cincy Central SAY 513-563-6145 Cincinnati East SAY 513-351-3213 Cincinnati Hills • 513-271-5249 Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Agency 513-569-1840 Darke-Miami Area SAY Soccer 937-773-1290 Eastside SAY • 513-688-0881 Fairfield SAY • 513-233-1231 Five Points SAY • 513-875-2486 Greenfield SAY • 937-981-9003 Hamilton SAY • 513-844-2066 Kittyhawk SAY • 937-258-3688 Little Miami Youth Soccer Association • 513-200-4992 Mason SAY • 513-398-8130 Miami Valley East SAY 937-667-4576 Miami Valley North SAY 937-837-2500 Miami Valley South SAY 937-748-9916 Miami Valley West SAY 937-456-9699 Northwest Cincinnati SAY 513-923-4679 Northwest Clermont County 513-965-0858 Reading SAY • 513-602-9877 SAY North • 513-755-7466 WCBM Soccer • 513-451-0004 West Central Ohio Soccer Association • 937-693-3844 Western Area Soccer Association • 513-939-3414 Western Buckeye League 513-649-1458 Winton Valley • 513-312-8551 Northern Kentucky Recreational Soccer Association 859-282-1682

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Soccer Shots Cincinnati North Cincinnati South Boone County soccershots.org Soccer Shots is a national soccer program designed for ages 3 - 8, offered at daycares, preschools and area parks to introduce kids to the game of soccer. Kids learn the basic skills of the game, while the coaches place an emphasis on character development.

Wall2Wall Soccer 846 Reading Road, Mason 513-573-9898 wall2wallsoccer.com Offers adult and youth soccer leagues, batting cages and field venue rentals for training and events of almost any type. W2W also hosts the Cincinnati Lil Kickers program, a year-round fun program for ages 18 months 9 years, as well as house training for top select soccer, lacross and baseball clubs in Greater Cincinnati. Youth leagues run October - April each year; adult leagues run year-round with seasonal start dates.

Western Sports Mall 2323 Ferguson, Cincinnati 513-451-4900 westernsportsmall.net Offers a soccer program for ages 3 - 5 called Dribblers on Wednesday or Friday from 6 - 6:30 p.m. Cost is $35 for each six-week session.

Lollipop programs for ages 4 - 6 meet on Wednesday or Friday at 6:30 or 7 p.m. Cost for six weeks is $40 and includes a t-shirt. Western Sports Mall provides a game environment with no score keeping, as well as indoor soccer for ages 6 - 18 and adult leagues.

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Ballet Theatre Midwest - The Carnegie Center of Columbia Tusculum

3738 Eastern Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45226 513-520-2334 • ballettheatremidwest.com

Children’s dance, music and art camp offers weekly themes with Friday performances for children ages 4 - 8. Creative and engaging activities. Children ages 8 - 25 can also participate in the Summer Intensive Performance Workshop and Jazz/Musical Theatre Workshop.

Programs run Jun. 14 - Jul. 30. Cost begins at $185 per week.

Camp Coney

6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45230 513-232-6701 • coneyislandpark.com Email: agartner@coneyislandpark.com

Coney Island presents Camp Coney 2010, which offers a unique approach to summer "edu-tainment." This series of camps is comprised of one five-day session, Stage Camp, and four themed Friday Fun Camps. See website for dates, age restrictions and camp themes.

The Center for the Arts, Wyoming – Summer Camps and Classes 2010

322 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, OH 45215 513-948-1900 • TheCenter4TheArts.org

Large selection of half- and full-day camps including modern music, classical music, drama, dance and art. Additional classes and private lessons offered during the summer and all year long. Ages 4 - 18. Camps run June through August.

Cincinnati Country Day School

6905 Given Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243 513-979-0365 • countryday.net

This co-ed day camp is designed for ages 18 mos. through those entering grade 12, and adults. Activities include athletics, fine arts and academics.

Cincinnati Museum Center

1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203 513-287-7021 • cincymuseum.org

Focusing on learning and fun for ages 7 - 12. Week-long programs: Space Camp; Aviation, Trains and Transportation; Harry Potter I; Harry Potter II; History’s Mysteries Explored; and Dinosaur Camp. $150 per week for members, $175 for non-members. Before- and aftercare available. Ask about our Super Star Saver Deal when registering.

Cincinnati Speech Services

3301 Westbourne Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45248 513-451-1551 • cincinnatispeech.com Email: solthaus@cincinnatispeech.com

Offering excellent speech and occupational therapy programs for children and adults. Whether you are looking for a program for sound production, social skills, reading, writing and/or handwriting skills – to name just a few – Cincinnati Speech Services is the place to be this summer!

Cincinnati Zoo

3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-559-7767 • cincinnatizoo.org

Full- and half-day camps for ages 4 - 14 with before- and after-care available. Featured topics include Animal Rescue, Catch Me if You Can, Zooper Heros, Working with Wildlife, ZSI: Zoo Scene Investigators and Bringing Up Baby. Weekly from May 31 - Aug. 20. Members: $200 for full-day camps; $90 for half-day. Non-members: $215 for fullday camps; $105 for half-day. Camp includes free t-shirt, daily snacks and show admission. Select camps include some behind-the-scenes.

2010 Guide to Summer Camps, Activities and Programs

Circus Camps - My Nose Turns Red Theatre Company

Drake Planetarium and Science Center

Let your child run away and join the circus without leaving home! Learn stilt walking, rolling globe, clowning and more. Advanced campers study unicycle, tight (but low) wire and acrobatics. Camps conclude with a performance. Week-long day camps. Half-day camp, ages 4 - 7, $100.

Full-day camp, beginners and intermediate, ages 7 - 16, $220. Twoweek, full-day camp, intermediate and advanced, ages 7 - 16, $350.

Come let your imagination soar in our hands-on summer camps! Featuring our popular Lego camps: robotics, architecture, Crazy Contraptions and Young Builders. New this year are: rocketry, Robot World, Total Science and Anything That Moves. Plus exciting Space Camp is back!

Discounts for Drake Planetarium Members, multiple weeks and siblings.

Circus Mojo Summer Camp at Tri-State Circus Center

7537 Burton Drive, Liberty Twp., OH 45044 513-298-2543 • embracepreschool.com Email: linda.defazio@embrace-ministries.org Director: Linda DeFazio

859-581-7100 • mynoseturnsred.org Email: rednose@fuse.net

326 Elm St., Ludlow, KY 41016 800-381-TADA • circusmojo.com Email: info@circusmojo.com

At Circus Mojo kids learn juggling, hat tricks, partner acrobatics, tightwire, stilt-walking, trapeze and clowning. In this multidimensional camp combining humor, grace and athleticism, students are encouraged to conquer doubt and learn skills in a non-competitive environment. The last day culminates in a performance where everyone shows their mojo!

Color Me Mine

2874 Town Center Blvd.

Crestview Hills, KY 41017 859-344-6463 crestviewhills.colormemine.com

Join us for summer art classes on Wednesday mornings at 11:30. Choose as many classes as you like to fit your schedule. Check our website for a detailed description of each class and sign up soon as class sizes are limited!

The Compass School - CompassQuest 2010 Summer Camp

9370 Waterstone Blvd., Cincinnati, OH 45249 513-683-8833 • thecompassschool.com

Campers ages 6 - 12 yrs. will participate in arts and crafts, cooking, recreation, field trips, games and activities related to weekly summer vacation adventures (weeks include Road Trip, Play Ball!, Food For Thought, Dog Days of Summer and more). Cost is $195 per week. Jun. 7 - Aug. 20.

Dancing Horse Farm's Riding School Day Camps

4080 Weisenberger Road, Lebanon, OH 45036 513-933-0343 • dancinghorsefarmoh.com Email: lindsay@dancinghorsefarmoh.com

Youth ages 6 - 16 experience the joy of horses. In addition to riding lessons, learn all aspects of caring for horses such as grooming, tacking, handling, feeding, care of tack and equipment and safety. Develop important life skills like confidence, teamwork and responsibility while having fun in an encouraging learning environment including horse-themed activities, arts and crafts and scavenger hunts. $350 per person per session.

2060 Sherman Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45212 513-396-5578 • drakeplanetarium.org Email: pbowers@drakeplanetarium.org

Embrace Preschool & Childcare Center

Our theme for 2010 is “Embracing Our Past.”

Emphasis will be history, science and Christian values. We will study inventions, transportation, medical discoveries, our nation, geology and our families then and now. Open to ages 21⁄2 - 12. Exciting inhouse programming. School-agers attend two field trips per week.

Entertrainment Junction

7379 Squire Court, West Chester, OH 45069 513-898-8000 • entertrainmentjunction.com

Now registering campers ages 5 - 7 and 7 - 12. Featuring hands-on crafts, take-home goodies, team-building, gross and fine motor activities, free lunch (bag lunches are allowed) and train-loads of fun. Camps include: Arts and Parts Camp; Majic Within You; Invention Camp; and Pre-School Safety Camp.

Finstitute Summer Camp at the Newport Aquarium 1 Aquarium Way, Newport, KY 41071 859-815-1442 • wavefoundation.org Finstitute ence for to be a our web

Summer Camp is an awesome week-long day camp experichildren ages 7 - 12. The Finstitute Summer Camp promises fun and educational adventure for your child. Call or visit site and register today for a "finstitute" of fun this summer.

Five Seasons Family Sports Club - Summer Camp 2010 11790 Snider Road, OH 45249 513-469-1400 –and– 345 Thomas More Pkwy., KY 41017 859-341-3687 fiveseasonssportsclub.com

Full- and half-day co-ed camp for ages 3 - 12 yrs. Campers will enjoy a range of indoor and outdoor sports and activities at our facilities. These include tennis, basketball, swimming in a pool with diving boards, outdoor adventures, arts and crafts and much more. Camps run throughout summer break. please turn the page...

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A Special Advertising Directory

Listings in RED are residential camps. Listings in BLUE are day camps. Listings in GREEN are after-school and summer programs.

Funke's Art Center

3130 Wasson Road, Hyde Park, OH 45209 513-871-CLAY (2529) • funkefiredarts.com Email: bclark@funkefiredrts.com Email: nankopp@gmail.com

Huge variety of summer art camps for ages 4 and up. Half- and fullday camp options. Before- and after-care available for ages 6 and up from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. We've teamed up with the Art Workshop (a children's art studio) to create some awesome art camps including drawing, painting, sculpting, comic books, make-a-pet, princesses, jewelry, zoo creatures, puppets and of course, lots of clay! Call or visit our website to register. Ask about family and multiple camp discounts.

The Gardner School of Blue Ash

9920 Carver Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-985-9444 • thegardnerschool.com

Your child will participate in fun-filled educational activities in addition to our academic curriculum on our beautiful campus. Children will explore a new and dynamic camp theme every two weeks with special events and visitors to make each day exciting and unique. Come see why we’re voted #1 Preschool

by Cincinnati Family magazine! Serving ages 6 wks. - 5 yrs.; Jun. 7 - Aug. 20.

The Goddard School

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800-GODDARD • goddardschoolcom

Whether gently holding infants, encouraging toddlers to share, or providing preschoolers with enriching activities, The Goddard School® supports the healthy development of children from six weeks to six years. Call us or visit our website to find which of our suburban locations is nearest to you.

Gorman Heritage Farm

10052 Reading Road, Evendale, OH 45241 513-563-6663 • gormanfarm.org Email: email@gormanfarm.org Director: Mike Roman Be a farm kid! animals, exploring sic and more. ing and science. visit our website

Camp activities include interacting with barnyard the woods, garden fun, games, hiking, crafts, muSpecial themed camps for wilderness, art, cookCamp sessions scheduled by age group. Please for full brochure. You will never want to leave!

Heritage Village Museum

11450 Lebanon Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241 513-563-9484 • heritagevillagecincinnati.org

Located in Sharon Woods, this co-ed day camp for ages 6 - 12 offers an active week to learn about and do historic arts, chores and experience the 19th-century life of a kid. Camp meets Jun. 21 - 25 and Jul. 19 - 23. The Young Pioneer camp for children ages 11 - 14 (and experienced campers) will meet Jul. 12 - 16. Cost is $145 for members, $160 for non-members. Early drop-off and late pick-up available.

Kid Power Therapy Services, Inc.

5989 Meijer Dr. #4, Milford, OH 45150 513-575-5431 • kidpowertherapyservices.com Email: kidpowertherapy@fuse.net

We provide speech language therapy and occupational therapy to children with a diverse range of abilities. Our goal is to provide intense individual and group therapy services in an environment that facilitates integration, communication, learning, growth, interaction and fun! Contact us for information regarding individual therapy or Kid Camp.

Kiddie Academy - Camp Adventures

6202 Snider Road, Mason, OH 45040 513-234-0699 • kiddieacademy.com/mason Email: kiddieacademy.mason@yahoo.com

Camp Adventures at Kiddie Academy is summer fun and learning for life. All day adventures, all summer long. Imagine a summer filled with friends, fun and learning. Our field trips, outdoor events, themed activities and special guests are fun and adventurous and reinforce what your child learned throughout the school year.

KidzArt Summer Art Camps kidzartcinci.com

Kinder Garden School

10969 Reed Hartman Hwy Blue Ash, OH 45242 513-791-4300 –or– 5900 West Chester Road West Chester, OH 45069 513-874-3100 kindergardenschool.com

This year we are inviting all KGS alumni to participate in our school-age summer camp. Weekly themes include Great Outdoors, Pirates, The Beach, Sports, KGS Cruise, Medieval Times, Fairy Tales, Animals, Summer Foods, Summer Science and much more. A perfect day camp for grades K - 4, activities include fine arts, computers, dance, field trips, music, soccer and martial arts as well. Dates are Jun. 7 - Aug. 20. Cost is $175 per week.

8293 Duke Blvd., Mason, OH 45040 513-398-7773 • montacademy.org

Preschool (3 yrs.) - K. Have fun ... create ... explore! Weekly themes such as: Cooking Up Some Fun, Dinosaur Discovery (including Museum Center's "Dinosaur Dig" program), Space Station Vacation, Summer Olympics and more. Kindergarten enrichment (Fall 2010) and extended care available

The Music Factory

8005 Pfeiffer Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-545-7125 • themusicfactoryonline.com

The Music Factory is offering a fun and educational four-week summer camp for ages 9 mos. - 5 yrs., not in Kindergarten. Our summer curriculum is designed to encourage learning through music! Camp meets Jul. 5 - 29 (schedule varies per age group). Infants, $70; ages 2 - 5, $100.

The Little Gym Summer Camps

Party Hoppers

Our summer camps offer hours of fun and activities. The speciallydeveloped camp curriculum combines physical fitness and play with arts, crafts and special events. It's the perfect break for kids (and parents!) during the long summer months. For ages 3 - 8. Jun. 14 - Aug. 20.

Party Hoppers offers various summer programs including craft camps, dance and fitness programs, music and theater camps and weekly bounce camps. All program and camp information is available on our website.

7318 Yankee Road, Liberty Twp., OH 45044 513-777-1110 • thelittlegym.com

5170 Delhi Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45238 513-451-4386 • partyhoppersonline.com Email: aimee@partyhoppersonline.com

The Mad Potter

Playhouse in the Park

7754 Camargo Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243 513-561-1888 • madpottercincinnati.com

962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-345-2242 • cincyplay.com

Get creative on your summer vacation at Mad Potter! Offering hours of pottery painting, glass mosaics, crafts and games during five two-hour sessions (Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m. - noon). Camp dates are: Jul. 12 - 16, ages 6 - 9; Jul. 19 - 25, ages 10 - 13; Aug. 2 - 6, ages 6 - 9; Aug. 9 - 13, ages 10 - 13.

Playhouse camp instructors are local theater professionals. All camp sessions conclude with a culminating demonstration in the Playhouse theater.

All levels of experience are welcome. This co-ed day camp is designed for grades 1 - 12. Two-week sessions begin Jun. 14, Jul. 5 and Jul. 19.

Mad Science of Cincinnati

Premier Athletics

Interactive, hands-on science programs for ages 5 - 12. Half- and full-day programs at locations throughout the area, June through August. Content is correlated to 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.

Premier Athletics – located in Northern Kentucky just five minutes from downtown Cincinnati – offers competitive cheerleading and dance, tumbling classes, squad lessons, private lessons, swimmer camps and birthday parties.

513-793-6784 • madscience.org/cincinnati

Marmon Valley Ministries

7754 St. Rte. 292 S., Zanesfield, OH 43360 937-593-8051 • marmonvalley.com Email: info@marmonvalley.com

Marmon Valley Ministries is a trusted, ACA accredited, Christian horse camp near Bellefontaine, OH. With 160 horses, Marmon Valley is 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.

Martial Arts America - Karate Camp

Ohio Locations: West Chester, Amelia, Milford and Eastgate Kentucky Locations: Wilder, Independence 513-755-1900 • maududo.com Email: wchestermartialarts@live.com

Cincinnati's premier martial art schools offer the finest character building camp program.

Camps include lunch, snacks, fun karate classes, games and activities. Six convenient locations. Ages 5 - 12. Call for information on a great camp near you!

Mercy HealthPlex Kids Camps 2010 7495 State Road, Anderson 3050 Mack Road, Fairfield 3131 Queen City Ave., Western Hills 513-942-PLEX • mercyhealthplex.com

Co-ed full- and half-day programs for campers ages 3 - 12 years with a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Learn to be a scientist, an artist, a sports hero or a princess. Go on field tips, have fun in the gym, pools, classrooms, gymnastics center, tennis courts and more! Full day and extended camps available. Meets Jun. - Aug.

Half-day art camps and full-day art and play camps in Milford, West Chester, Fairfield, Colerain and Harrison. Details and registration on our website. Drawing-based curriculum with 2D and 3D projects. Artist-grade materials including acrylic paints, clay, pastels and Prismacolor markers.

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Montessori Academy of Cincinnati

“Where Every Family Matters.”

1610 Dixie Hwy., Park Hills, KY 41011 859.431.7190 • premierathletics.com

Prodigy School

2050 Barbara Lane, Hebron, KY 41048 859-689-0999 • prodigyschool.com

At the Prodigy School we are committed to providing the highest quality care and education in a safe, nurturing and fun environment for children ages 6 wks. - 12 yrs. Register now for summer camp.

Queen of Angels Montessori Summer Camp Program 4460 Berwick St., Cincinnati, OH 45227 513-271-4171 • qams.org

QAMS offers a variety of fun, hands-on classes for students preK - grade 8. Camps will include clay sculpting, music, dance, Celtic culture, Red Cross babysitting certification, chemistry, engineering, scrapbooking, beading, theater and more. Classes offered mornings and afternoons during the weeks of Jun. 7 and Jun. 14. Optional supervised lunch. $129 per class, or register by May 1 for early rate of $119.

Rock Quest Summer Camp

3475 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45251 513-733-0123 • rockquest.com

We welcome campers ages 3 - 16. All of our camps include lots of rock climbing – with instruction from our experienced staff – as well as games, crafts, hikes, activities and adventures! Campers ages 7 and up will also experience rappelling, a high ropes course and off-site field trips, including a rafting trip on the Little Miami River! Sibling and multiple week discounts are available. Call or visit our website for more details.

Skidaddles Summer Camp

8600 Bankers St., Florence, KY 41042 859-647-7529 • skidaddles.com Email: info@skidaddles.com

Our summer program will keep you and your kids happy (and learning!) until school starts again in the fall. Explore the wonders of nature, walk on the wild side, go slammin' and jammin' during our sports week and so much more.

Pick just one week or all summer long. Come see what the buzz is all about!

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2010 Guide to Summer Camps, Activities and Programs

Listings in RED are residential camps. Listings in BLUE are day camps. Listings in GREEN are after-school and summer programs.

Springer School and Center - Adventures in Summer Learning 2121 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-871-6080 x402 • springer-ld.org Email: mmulcahey@springer-ld.org

A four-week morning program for children with average to above-average potential who are not making expected progress in school. Students in grades 1 - 8 learn strategies to improve school achievement and become more confident learners. AdventuresPLUS afternoon programs provide specialized classes in writing, math, art, music, handwriting and social skills.

Stepping Stones Center - Camp Allyn

5650 Given Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243 513-831-4660 • steppingstonescenter.org Email: info@steppingstonescenter.org

Special needs as well as typical campers. Summer day camp for ages 5 and up. Two locations: Given Road and Camp Allyn in Batavia. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily. Nine themed weeks Jun. - Aug. Campers assigned by age and disability. Planned activities include arts and crafts, water play, music, games, and nature exploration. Nurses on duty. Acres and acres of woodlands

SummerCare 2010: Adventures in Wonderland Ft. Wright Elementary School 501 Farrell Drive., Ft. Wright, KY 41011 –and– Ockerman Elementary School 8520 Hwy 42, Florence, KY 41042 859-431-2075 • childreninc.org Email: cindy@childreninc.org

Full-day camp Jun. 7 - Jul. 30 for ages 5 - 11. Weekly themes include Down the Rabbit Hole, A Very Merry Unbirthday, Fractured Fairy Tales and Folklore and In the Garden. Visitors and field trips include Mad Science, Magician with a Mission, Out of Control Wildlife, swimming, Coney Island and the Cincinnati Museum Center.

SummerSMART – For attention and anxiety disorders - at Lindner Center of HOPE 4075 Old Western Row Road, Mason, OH

536-HOPE (4673) • lindnercenterofhope.org/smart

Two 4-week, full-day sessions available. Specifically designed to cater to the special needs of children age 11-14 with impulsivity, socialization difficulties, attention and concentration issues, and anxiety disorders. Pre- and post-screenings measure participants’ success in adopting new skills and building confidence. Call today!

Tender Tots Day Care and Summer Camps 2232 Stratford Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45219 513-793-3076 • tender-tots.com Email: tender_tots@yahoo.com

Day care services for ages birth - 5 yrs. Week-long summer programs run Jun. - Aug. for ages 6 - 11. Each week has a science-focused theme and a relevant field trip. Children take home shirts, journals and crafts. In Clifton near UC and Deaconess hospital. Fenced one-acre playground. $175 per week includes field trips and materials. Multiple week and sibling discounts available.

The Summit Country Day Camp

2161 Grandin Road, Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-871-4700, ext. 850 • summitcds.org Email: summerprograms@summitcds.org

Head to The Summit for this fun-filled day camp for children 3 yrs. - grade 3. Themed weeks include: Down on The Farm; Cooking with Kids; Space Exploration; and A Bird of a Different Feather. Half- and full-day camps from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Before- and after-care from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. A full array of academic and enrichment classes available. Camps meet Jun. 7 - Aug. 20. Call or email Kathy Scott for more information.

Tippi Toes Princess Camp and SummerDance Camp

Deerfield, Mason, Cincinnati: 513-708-9162 Blue Ash, Mariemont, Cincinnati: 513-578-1280 tippitoesdance.com

Princess Camp includes dance, stories, special crafts, costumes and visits from princesses like Cinderella, Belle and Snow White. Space is limited. Summer Dance Camp is a high-energy dance class that meets once a week for six weeks. Our classes will get your children moving and enjoying dance more than ever before!

Top Flight Gymnastics

721 Centre View Blvd.

Crestview Hills, KY 41017 859-344-1010 • topflightgymnastics.com Email: tfgym@fuse.net

Northern Kentucky's gymnastics leaders! Offering camps for preschoolers and school age children which include games, obstacle courses, tumbling, bars, beams, trampolines, arts and crafts and a free t-shirt.

Two one-week camps to choose from. Call for dates and pricing.

West Chester Academy of Music 8374 Princeton Glendale Road West Chester, OH 45069 513-829-2345 • wcaom.com

Week-long camps, daytime or evening. Jumbie Jam is a kid-sized steel drum class for ages 4+. Beginning guitar camp for ages 7+ (starter guitar provided). Beginning piano camp for ages 5+. Beginner camps conclude with mini-recitals. Drama camp and an instrument sampler camp also available.

Preschoolers groove to the Frog Collection in the Music Pups classes. Private lessons for most popular instruments continue through the summer months.

YMCA Camp Campbell Gard (residential and day camps)

4803 Augspurger Road, Hamilton, OH 45011 513-867-0600 • ccgymca.org

Voted Cincinnati’s Best Camp! A co-ed day and sleep-away camp that gives kids 5 - 17 a safe environment to connect with positive role models, explore skills and interests, make new friends, and have fun!

Banana boating, zip line, horseback riding, mountain biking, archery and much more. Camps are Jun. 13 - Aug. 13. Cost is $175 - $600.

YMCA Camp Kern

5291 St. Rt. 350, Oregonia, OH 45054 513-932-3756 • campkern.org

At YMCA Camp Kern, we build strong kids, strong families and strong communities through programs that teach the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Our character development focus describes how we operate as a YMCA – we don't just teach swimming, canoeing, climbing, horseback riding and more, we teach values through these programs.

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Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

Summer Theatre

DAY CAMP

• Three two-week camp sessions beginning June 14, July 5 and July 19 for students entering grades 3-12.

• Six one-week camp sessions for children entering grades 1 & 2.

• Classes are taught by local theater professionals and conclude with a culminating demonstration.

• All levels of experience welcome!

For registration and information call 513/421.3888 or visit

www.cincyplay.com

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Discover Your Summer at Cincinnati Museum Center!

Get your list of daily discoveries at www.cincymuseum.org.

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GET OUTDOORS FOR SUMMER GAMES June 10 & 23

Test your skills in challenging outdoor games and become a summer lawn game gold medalist. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park. Call 513-521-PARK (7275) or visit greatparks.org.

Daily Listings

AR: Advanced Registration Required

1 tuesday

FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB (AR)

Ages 3 - 8 and a caregiver are invited to learn how to make a taco roll-up for lunch or a snack. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula. mangold@wholefoods.com.

2 wednesday

ALL ABOUT HERPETOLOGY

Learn about reptiles and amphibians with the Greater Cincinnati Herpetological Society. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road; 7 p.m.; $3 adults, $1 ages 3 - 12; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

EXTREME CREEKIN’

Take a walk in the creek and look for fossils and critters.

Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 1 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

LITTLE TYKE HIKE

Ages 3 - 6 can explore the wonders of wind with toys and more. Harbor Pavilion, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 11 a.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ

FREE WILD WEDNESDAY

The Kentucky Department of Forestry and a Kenton County Forest Ranger will be on hand during this nature-themed program full of stories and activities. Middleton Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road; 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY 7529) or kentoncounty.org.

3 thursday

FREE (ALMOST) EVERY OTHER THURSDAY SCIENCE

Learn about trees, otherwise known as Nature’s Time Machines, with help from Critters in the Classroom. Pioneer Park, 3951 Madison Pike, Covington; 9:30 - 11 a.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

FREE JCC SPOTLIGHT PERFORMANCE

This recital and art exhibit shows off both youth and adult artists who are currently enrolled in the cultural arts program at JCC. Enjoy dance, multi-media art displays and an evening of entertainment. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road; 6 - 7:30 p.m.; 513-761-7500 or jointhej.org.

THURSDAY ART PLAY

See how a little water can go a long way by experimenting with water to make your own summer-inspired pictures.

Contemporary Art Center, 44 E. Sixth St.; 1 - 2 p.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $4.50 ages 3 - 13); 513-3458400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

Please see “Now Playing” on page 42 for details.

PLEASE NOTE: Dates and times are subject to change.

Please call the numbers provided to confirm event information.

FREE THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE

Enjoy music from acoustic fingerstyle guitarist Ben Lapps, along with food and activities for the kids. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Plaza, downtown Mason; 6 - 9 p.m.; festivalsofmason.com.

4 friday

ALL ABOUT LADYBUGS

Take a wildlife hike in search of Ohio’s native ladybird beetles and learn about the invasion of the last decade. Pin Oak Trail, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 7 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE KINGS SOCCER GAME

Cheer on the Cincinnati Kings Men’s team as they take on Forest City London. Town & Country Sports Complex, 1018 Town Drive, Wilder; 7:30 p.m.; kingssa.com.

NIGHT FISHING

Fish love the night — take advantage of this fact with nightfishing. A fishing permit is required. Voice of America Park, 7850 Voice of America Park Drive, West Chester; dusk to 1 a.m.; a motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park ($5 daily, $10 annual), visit web site for fishing rates; 513-7554402 or butlercountymetroparks.org.

ONE HOUR TRAIN RIDE

Take a nostalgic train ride through Warren County and listen to conductors describe railroad history. Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon; 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. today and June 10 and 25; $13 adults, $8 seniors and ages 5 - 16, $5 ages 2 - 4, free ages 1 and younger; 513-933-8022 or lebanonrr.com. (please turn the page)

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SPLISH SPLASH BEACH BASH (AR)

Families with at least one Jewish parent and children ages 10 and younger are invited to have some summertime fun, including slides, sand and surf! Event details provided with RSVP; myshalomfamily.org.

SPOTLIGHT: PET PARADE Saturday, June 5

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ress your pet in his finest attire and bring him on a leash to join this furry and fringed parade. “The Tri-State County Animal Rescue Response Team starts the event with a presentation on Pet Kits for times of emergencies,” says Susan Sumner, departmental naturalist. “Please bring along some dog or cat food to be donated to a local animal rescue organization.” Harbor Amphitheatre, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park. Call 513-521-PARK (7275) or visit greatparks.org.

SUMMERFAIR 2010

Please see June 4 for details.

TRILLIUM ART FAIR

Take a stroll through the gardens and enjoy the artwork of local artists, including watercolors, glass blowing, oils, jewelers and more. Glenwood Gardens, 10623 Springfield Pike, Woodlawn; 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

UNNATURAL NATURE HIKE

Take a guided walk and search for unnatural items tied to nature, like a blue “J.” Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

VETERAN APPRECIATION DAY

SUMMERFAIR 2010

More than 300 artists display their talents in works ranging from ceramics to jewelry to fiber arts and photography. New this year are 2D and 3D art, along with four stages of local entertainers and a youth arts area. Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave.; 2 - 8 p.m. today, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. June 5, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. June 6; $10 adults, free ages 12 and younger; 513-531-0050 or summerfair.org.

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FREE 2010 CINCINNATI LUNG WALK

Support the American Lung Association in this annual walk that raises awareness and funds for local education programs, research and more. Eden Park, Seasongood Pavilion; registration at 9 a.m., walk at 10 a.m.; 513-9853990 or midlandlung.org/walk.

CIVIL WAR TRAIN

Confederate troops attempt to take over a Union train and steal the money strong box in this train ride through history.

Learn about the war, visit with soldiers and take a look at Civil War life. Lebanon Mason and Monroe Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon; 10 a.m., 1 and 4 p.m. today, 1 and 4 p.m. June 6; $18.50 adults, $15.50 seniors and ages 5 - 16, $8.50 ages 2 - 4, free ages 1 and younger; 513-933-8022 or lebanonrr.com.

FABULOUS FROG FUN

Learn about frogs through games, crafts and live examples.

Visitor Center, Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mt. Hope Road; 1 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE KIDS IN THE KITCHEN (AR)

Ages 5 - 12 can learn about good nutrition and the healthy benefits of oatmeal. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@ wholefoods.com.

PET PARADE

Please see “Spotlight” this page for details.

SUMMERFAIR 2010

Please see June 4 for details.

SUPER SNAKES

Learn the facts and folklore of these reptiles. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 1 and 3 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

US OPEN TENNIS PLAYOFFS

Cheer on young tennis players as they compete in the US Open National Playoffs to earn a wild card into the 2010 US Open Qualifying Tournament. Lindner Family Tennis Center, 5460 Courseview Drive, Mason; 513-651-0303 or usopen.org.

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ALICE IN WONDERLAND

A curious young girl takes an unusual adventure down a rabbit hole in this musical production starring an all-child cast. Clifton Performance Theatre, 404 Ludlow Ave.; 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 children, $8 seniors; 513-861-7469 or cliftonperformancetheatre.com.

Say thank you to our veterans and enjoy a performance by the Butler County Sheriff Pipe and Drum Corps.

Governor Bebb Preserve, 1979 Bebb Park Lane, Okeana; 1 - 5 p.m.; a motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park ($5 daily, $10 annual); 513-867-5835 or butlercountymetroparks.org.

7 monday BAT WATCH (AR)

Last day to register. Learn about bats from Kathy Edelen of Echobats and how she studies them, then carpool to a nearby location to watch bats emerge from their roost.

Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mt. Hope Road; 8 p.m. on June 9; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE CINCINNATI YOUTH WIND ENSEMBLE

Conductor Ann Porter leads the Cincinnati Youth Wind Ensemble and the CYWE, Jr., in an evening performance.

Corbett Auditorium, College Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati, 2600 Clifton Ave.; 7 - 9 p.m.; 513556-4183 or uc.edu/ccm.

LAUGH & LEARN (AR)

Help your 6- to 8-year-old keep up this summer in these classes that incorporate dancing, singing and signing into an exploration of learning styles. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 12:45 p.m. today - June 11; $75 per parent/child team; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies. com.

MAKE IT AND TAKE IT (AR)

Please see June 5 for details.

Use simple materials already in your home, like egg cartons and baby food jars, to create interesting crafts with your toddlers. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 2 - 3 p.m. today - June 11; $75 per parent/ child team; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

CLEAN UP CREW

SCHOOL’S OUT FOR SUMMER

FREE FOSSIL FRENZY

Head to the creek to search for Cincinnati Fossils like trilobites, cephalopods and more. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and be ready to get wet! French Park, 3012 Section Road; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-761-4313 or cincinnatiparks. com.

Meet local scavengers up close and find out how important they are. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 1 and 3 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

KIDS FISHING DERBY

FREE CLOTH DIAPERING CLASS

8 tuesday

FREE FISHING FUN

Bring your little ones for an introduction to fishing. Bring your own equipment or use a cane pole from the nature center. A fishing license is not required for this event.

Burnet Woods Lake, 3251 Brookline Drive; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-751-3679 or cincinnatiparks.com.

Kids can go catch-and-release fishing with an adult, enjoy picnic concessions from the Northern Kentucky Youth Association, win prizes and more followed by a summer kickoff party! Middleton-Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; 1 - 4 p.m.; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

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CIVIL WAR TRAIN

This informal class covers all aspects of cloth diapering and answer specific parent questions. Park + Vine, 1109 Vine St.; 2 p.m.; 513-721-7275 or parkandvine.com.

All week long, stop by the Krohn for special activities including clowns, face painting, ice cream and more. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. today - June 11; $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 ages 5 - 16, free ages 4 and younger; 513-421-5707 or butterflyshow.com.

DREAMGIRLS

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FROG JAMBOREE (AR)

Last day to register. Ages 3 - 5 can learn everything they ever wanted to know about frogs. Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 10 a.m. on June 11; $4 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

WONDERS OF WIND

This second annual kite-a-thon lets you bring your own kite or make or purchase one on-site. Those who soar the highest and the longest will win a prize. Ladybug Landing and Butterfly Bluff Picnic Shelters, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 1 - 4 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks. org.

BAT WATCH (AR)

Please see June 7 for details.

FREE CCM PREP CONCERT

A select group of high school brass players presents works from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Werner Recital Hall, College Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati, 2600 Clifton Ave.; 8 - 9 p.m.; 513-556-4183 or uc.edu/ccm.

FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB (AR)

Ages 3 - 8 and a caregiver are invited to learn how to make their own salsa and then dive in with local tortilla chips.

Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods.com.

INTERNATIONAL ADOPTION WEBINAR (AR)

Learn about the international adoption process and join a question and answer session, hosted by Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA). Today at 12 p.m. and June 17 at 7 p.m.; ftia.org or bmickel@ftia.org.

GLOW DISC GOLF (AR)

Last day to register. Play a game of disc or Frisbee golf in the dark with glow-inthe-dark equipment. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 9 p.m. on June 11; $5 to play, $3 to rent disc, plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

MORE SIGNING, LESS WHINING (AR)

Learn how to communicate with your baby or toddler using American Sign Language in this workshop taught by a Child Sign Language Specialist. Bethesda Hospital, 10500 Montgomery Road; 6:45 p.m.; $45 per couple (includes pictorial dictionary and DVD); 513-475-4500.

10 thursday

BABY AND TODDLER MUSIC (AR)

Move, sing songs and enjoy time with your little one. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; today and June 24 at 9:45 a.m. (ages 17 months and younger), 10:30 a.m. (ages 3 and younger) and 11:15 a.m. (ages 18 months - 4 years); $8 per child; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks. com.

FREE KINGS SOCCER GAME

SNAKE WEEK

Cheer on the Cincinnati Kings Men’s team as they take on the Chicago Fire. Town & Country Sports Complex, 1018 Town Drive, Wilder; 7:30 p.m.; kingssa.com.

Learn about Ohio’s snakes on exhibit this week, or visit Wednesday and Thursday evening to view snakes from around the world. Ellenwood Nature Barn, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; today - June 13, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., June 9 - 10, 6 - 8 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE WILD WEDNESDAY

Check out field programs with help from the Kenton County Public Library, and enjoy refreshments from Snappy Tomato Pizza and McDonald’s. MiddletonMills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; 9:30 a.m.

- 12 p.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty. org.

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BOAT TOUR (AR)

Last day to register. View the lake from the Winton Queen and search for herons, turtles and other wildlife. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 9:30 a.m. on June 12; $4 adults, $3 children and seniors, plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE CUSTOMER ADVISORY PANEL (AR)

Share your opinions and ideas in this panel. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 6 p.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods.com.

FRIDAY NIGHT FUSE CRUISE (AR)

Last day to register. Couples in which at least one person is Jewish are invited to a dinner designed to introduce you to Shabbat, presented by Fusion, a program of the Mayerson Foundation. Celebrations Riverboat, Public Landing; 7 p.m. on June 18; 513-373-0300 or lisa@ fusionnati.org.

SIGNING IN SPANISH (AR)

Teach your child how to sign in Spanish and add a third language to his life. University Hospital, 234 Goodman St.; 6:45 p.m.; $45 per couple (includes pictorial dictionary and DVD); 513-584-1000 or universityhospital.com.

FREE NEWPORT ITALIANFEST

Check out authentic Italian food, live music, games, rides and fireworks all weekend long. Riverboat Row, Newport; today through June 13; 859-292-3666 or newportky.gov.

STARRY NIGHT HIKE (AR)

Last day to register. Hit the trail for an evening hike and end the walk with stargazing with members of the Cincinnati Astronomical Society. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 8:30 p.m. on June 10; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

SUMMER GAMES

Test your skills in challenging outdoor games and become a summer lawn game gold medalist. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

THURSDAY ART PLAY (AR)

PARENT’S NIGHT OUT (AR)

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ST. GERTRUDE PARISH FESTIVAL

Learn about The Dot Book and make an original folk art project with dots. UnMuseum, Contemporary Arts Center, 44 E. Sixth St., downtown; 1 - 2 p.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $4.50 ages 3 - 13); 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

CAN YOU DIG IT?

Explore the science of archeology at a dig site — learn techniques on how to be a history detective. Be prepared to get messy! Winton Centre, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FROG JAMBOREE (AR)

Please see June 8 for details.

GLOW DISC GOLF (AR)

Please see June 9 for details.

FREE KINGS SOCCER GAME

Cheer on the Cincinnati Kings Men’s team as they take on the Toronto Lynx. Town & Country Sports Complex, 1018 Town Drive, Wilder; 7:30 p.m.; kingssa.com.

NATURE AT NIGHT

Learn how animals get around at night during this hike.

Kreis Dam, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 8:30 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

OUTDOOR ARCHERY (AR)

Last day to register. Ages 8 and older can learn the basics of shooting a compound bow and then test their skills on the outdoor range. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 2 p.m. on June 13; $15 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

Need a night out? Sign your kid up for a night at Pump It Up full of climbing, sliding, jumping, snacks and more.

Pump It Up, 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester; 6:30 - 10:30 p.m.; $25 per child, $15 per sibling; 513-829-PUMP (7867) or pumpitupparty.com.

Enjoy more than 60 booths and rides, food, live music, a Kids’ Corner with clowns and magicians and more. St. Gertrude Parish, 6551 Miami Ave.; 6 - 11:30 p.m. today, 5 - 11:30 p.m. June 12, 3 - 10 p.m. June 13; stgertrude. org/festival.

12 saturday ALADDIN

Please see “Now Playing” on page 42 for details.

BIRD WALK

Take an early morning walk and keep a lookout for birds.

Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 8 - 10 a.m. today and June 26; $5 adults, $1 ages 3 - 12; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

BOAT TOUR (AR)

Please see June 10 for details.

DOG FEST

Bring your pooch (on a leash, please) for a day of games, food and informational booths. Voice of America Park, 7850 Voice of America Park Drive, West Chester; today and June 13; a motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park ($5 daily, $10 annual); 513-867-5835 or butlercountymetroparks.org.

FREE FAMILY MUSIC CLASS (AR)

Kids ages 0 - 4 and a caregiver can enjoy a mixed age music class. Kids First Sports Center, 7900 E. Kemper Road; 9:15, 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.; musictimestudio.net or studiomusictime@gmail.com.

GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY

Please see “Spotlight” this page for details.

SPOTLIGHT: GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY June 12 & 13

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ake a train ride and travel back to the Old West, where gold prospectors were often the target of train robbers like the Big Iron Rangers. “Participants can take a train ride back in time to the old west, watch a shoot-out and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of a steam engine,” says Amanda Sommer of Lebanon Mason Monroe (LM&M) Railroad. LM&M Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon; 10 a.m., 12:15, 2:30 and 4:45 p.m.; $18.50 adults, $15.50 seniors and ages 5 - 16, $8.50 ages 2 - 4, free ages 1 and younger. Call 513-9338022 or visit lebanonrr.com. (the Calendar continues on page 36)

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FREE KIDS IN THE KITCHEN (AR)

Ages 5 - 12 can make a taco popcorn creation and learn all about good nutrition. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@ wholefoods.com.

LIFE ON THE EDGE

There are more than cars alongside the roads of Cincinnati.

Ages 8 and older are invited for a closer look. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 3 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

RACING TO READ

Support early childhood literacy with this 5K run and walk that benefits the Kenton County Public Library Foundation.

Enjoy an after-party with breakfast from First Watch, prizes, entertainment and more. Mary Ann Mongan Library, 502 Scott Blvd., Covington; 9 a.m.; pre-registration fees start at $20; kentonlibrary.org.

FREE RAISING A READER (AR)

Help your little one develop a love of reading with help from an Usborne Books Consultant and mother of five. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 11:15 a.m.; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

ST. GERTRUDE PARISH FESTIVAL Please see June 11 for details.

FREE SPANISH STORY TIME

Learn some basic Spanish vocabulary while listening to a story told in Spanish. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

STARRY NIGHT HIKE (AR) Please see June 10 for details.

TACKLE TRADE DAYS

Catch a deal with new and used vintage lures, rods and reels in a flea-market style setting. Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland Madeira Road; 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($5 annual, $2 daily) is required to enter the park; 513-791-1663 or greatparks.org.

TREE ID

Venture into the forest and learn to identify trees by their leaves, bark and twigs. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 2 p.m. today and June 13; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

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RIDE CINCINNATI

This annual non-competitive cycling event benefits local breast cancer research conducted at University of Cincinnati.

Choose from a range of ride lengths (8.2, 18.4, 26, 45.2, 62.8 miles) and bring along the kids for a one-mile bike ride through the park at Yeatman’s Cove. Stick around after the ride for a party with refreshments, live music, entertainment, kids’ activities and more. Yeatman’s Cove, Sawyer Point; first ride begins at 6:30 a.m., Kids Ride at 10 a.m.; $35 adults, $20 ages 12 and younger; ridecincinnati.org.

ST. GERTRUDE PARISH FESTIVAL Please see June 11 for details.

TREE ID

Please see June 12 for details.

TURTLES IN YOUR DRIVEWAY

FREE CAMP AT THE J OPEN HOUSE

Learn about summer program opportunities, meet the counselors and more. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-761-7500 or jointhej.org.

Water turtles tend to show up in odd places this time of year. Find out more and meet live examples. Visitor Center, Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mt. Hope Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

DOG FEST

WALKING WITH FROGS

Please see June 12 for details.

Ages 8 and older can take a walk to a vernal pond and learn about the life cycle of frogs.

Wear old shoes and be ready to get wet.

Juneberry parking lot, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY

Please see “Spotlight” on page 34 for details.

OUTDOOR ARCHERY (AR)

Please see June 11 for details.

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14 monday IMAGINE THAT (AR)

Put on a costume and become someone else in dramatic play activities you share with your child. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 12:45 p.m. ages 3 5 or 2 p.m. ages 6 - 9, today - June 18; $75 per parent/child team; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

MOELLER WRESTLING WORKSHOP

Grades 1 - 5 and grades 6 - 9 are invited to this four-day session designed for both novice and experienced wrestlers (participants will be grouped appropriately). Moeller, 9001 Montgomery Road; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., today through June 17; $110; 513-791-1680, ext. 1912 or ejamieson@moeller.org.

15 tuesday

Take an informational tour and sample gluten-free foods, while learning about wheat sensitivities and how it affects your daily life. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 6:30 p.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@ wholefoods.com.

FREE FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL

COMPASSQUEST (AR)

Make your own cold pizza in this program for ages 3 - 8 and a caregiver. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@ wholefoods.com.

Last day to register. Bring your dad or other special guy for an introduction to orienteering, including learning to read a topographic map, using a compass and taking a strenuous hike. Bring your own lunch! Embshoff Woods Nature Preserve, 4050 Paul Road; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on June 20; $15 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

MORE SIGNING, LESS WHINING (AR)

FREE FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL

FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB (AR)

Learn how to communicate with your baby or toddler using American Sign Language in this workshop taught by a Child Sign Language Specialist.

University Hospital, 234 Goodman St.; 6:45 p.m.; $45 per couple (includes pictorial dictionary and DVD); 513-584-1000.

Head over to Regal Cinemas for a free screening of Hotel for Dogs. Regal Cinemas, Deerfield Towne Center 16, 5500 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-770-3186 or regmovies.com.

FRIDAY NIGHT FLOAT (AR)

Last day to register. Ages 8 and older can learn about kayaking, the lake and more. Children must be accompanied by adults on the water. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 8 p.m. on June 18; $10 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE OPEN HOUSE FOR BUCKEYE ONLINE

BUTTERFLY FLUTTERBY (AR)

Last day to register. Ages 4 - 9 can enjoy a puppet show, make a craft and go on a short hike in search of butterflies.

Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 2 p.m. on June 19; $4 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

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FREE GLUTEN FREE TOUR

Find out whether an online education is right for your child in this open house. Hampton Inn, 180 Rockridge Road, Englewood; 3 - 7 p.m.; 866-642-9237 or go2boss. com.

FREE OPEN HOUSE FOR BUCKEYE ONLINE

Find out whether an online education is right for your child in this open house. Courtyard Marriott, 2777 Fairfield Commons, Beavercreek; 3 - 7 p.m.; 866-642-9237 or go2boss.com.

TOT TUESDAY

Bring your preschooler for stories, games and more, then explore the museum. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Devou Park; 10:30 a.m.; $1 plus admission ($7 adults, $4 ages 3 - 17); 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

PAPER MAGIC

Try making recycled paper today. Winton Centre, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 1 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

Head over to Regal Cinemas for a free screening of Alvin and The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel. Regal Cinemas, Deerfield Towne Center 16, 5500 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-770-3186 or regmovies.com.

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Inattention

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Do these problems impede your child’s school performance or ability to make and keep friends?

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SummerSMART A program for children age 11- 14 with attention and anxiety disorders SummerSMART at Lindner Center of HOPE provides a safe and personalized therapeutic setting for your tween to build confidence, enhance social skills and enjoy fun activities.

Two four-week sessions: June 14 to July 9 / July 19 to August 13 Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Space is limited to keep sessions small.

Register Soon!

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SPOTLIGHT: FREE JUNETEENTH June 19 & 20

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elebrate the end of slavery in America with a Parade of Flags, live music, historical exhibits and more. “We are very pleased with our activities for young people,” says Juneteenth Festival Coordinator Lydia Morgan. “We have the Parade of Flags, horseback rides, face painting, crafts, games, a free-throw exhibition, a drum line exhibition, oratory contest, Sunrock Farm petting animals and free books to encourage reading.” Seasongood Pavilion, Eden Park; June 19 - 20; free parking and shuttle from the Cincinnati Association for the Blind, 2045 Gilbert Ave.; 513-631-7289 or juneteenthfestival.org.

FREE WILD WEDNESDAY

Join a musical party with Mr. Cowpie and his Party Animals!

Middleton-Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; 9:30 a.m.

- 12 p.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

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FREE (ALMOST) EVERY OTHER THURSDAY SCIENCE

18 friday

Please see June 10 for details.

Take a curious train ride to Wonderland, where Alice and her friends are waiting. Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon; 10 a.m., 12:30 and 3 p.m. today, June 20, 26 and 27; $18.50 adults, $15.50 seniors and ages 5 - 16, $8.50 ages 2 - 4, free ages 1 and younger; 513-9338022 or lebanonrr.com.

NATURE’S FIREWORKS

FREE JUNETEENTH

FRIDAY NIGHT FLOAT (AR) Please see June 16 for details.

FRIDAY NIGHT FUSE CRUISE (AR)

COSI on Wheels is around to talk about the wonders of the incredible human machine. Pioneer Park, 3951 Madison Pike, Covington; 9:45 - 11 a.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

Enjoy the light of the fireflies and learn why they light up at night. Wood Duck Trail, Mitchell Memorial Forest, 5401 Zion Road; 9 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

INTERNATIONAL ADOPTION WEBINAR (AR)

19 saturday

Please see June 8 for details.

NIGHT BIKE (AR)

Last day to register. Ages 10 and older can take an evening bike ride followed by refreshments at the camp fire. Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mt. Hope Road; 8:30 p.m. on June 19; $5 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME

Little ones can learn about the littlest creatures — ants!

Play games, sing songs and head outside to meet some ants. Winton Centre, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 10 a.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

STORYTELLING GUILD

The Greater Cincinnati Storytelling Guild spins yarn about families this evening. Ellenwood Nature Barn, FarbachWerner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 7:30 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

THURSDAY ART PLAY

CAC artist Pat Steir experiments with paint to create largescale paintings. Try your own hand at painting using a variety of techniques and materials. Contemporary Art Center, 44 E. Sixth St.; 1 - 2 p.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $4.50 ages 3 - 13); 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

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JOURNEY TO WONDERLAND

BUTTERFLY FLUTTERBY (AR) Please see June 15 for details.

FREE FAMILY DAY

Learn all about hot air balloons and watch a model hot air balloon launch, followed by stories and aerospace demonstrations. National Museum of the United States Air Force, 1100 Spaatz St., Wright-Patterson AFB; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 937-255-1283 or nationalmuseum.af.mil.

FAMILY FUN SATURDAY

Bring your little ones for a craft-making experience that results in a necktie house pin for Dad. The Betts House, 416 Clark St.; 12:30 - 5 p.m.; $2 per person; 513-651-0734 or bettshouse.org.

Please see “Spotlight” this page for details.

FREE KIDS IN THE KITCHEN (AR)

Learn about good nutrition while creating a fruit burrito in this program for ages 5 - 12. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula. mangold@wholefoods.com.

NIGHT BIKE (AR)

Please see June 17 for details.

FREE ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

The Mason Community Players presents a preview of their summer production as part of a Book Fair Fundraiser. Kids can enjoy stories, live characters, music, coloring contests, crafts, free gift wrapping for Father’s Day presents and more. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 9891 Waterstone Blvd., Mason; 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.; 513-398-7804 or masonplayers.org.

SKITTLES CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE WORLD

Learn how to play this old-fashioned game and then join a tournament with prizes and more. Pioneer Park, 3915 Madison Pike, Covington; 12 p.m. registration, 1 p.m. start time; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

SNAKE SEARCH

FOSSIL IDENTIFICATION

The Cincinnati Dry Dredgers are on hand to talk about fossils and fossil hunting, and will help identify any fossils you bring by. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $5 adults, $1 ages 3 - 12; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

This is the best time of year to find snakes. Meet one up close then head out to search along the edges of the lake and the park’s trails. Winton Center, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 9:30 a.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE GERMAN STORY TIME

FREE STAR GAZE

Learn basic German vocabulary while listening to stories told in German. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

“Where Every Family Matters.”

Kenton County Parks and Recreation, the Cincinnati Observatory Center and Midwest Astronomers presents this free star-gazing program that will focus on a very big moon and three interesting planets - Venus, Mars and Saturn. Lincoln Ridge Park, 420 Independence Station Road, Independence; 8:30 p.m.; 859-525-PARK (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

SUMMER SURVIVOR SCAVENGER HUNT

Bring the whole family for a scavenger hunt that teaches you all about surviving the pests of summer. Visitor Center and Shaker Trace Trail, Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mt. Hope Road; 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. today and June 20; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE TUMMY TO TUMMY (AR)

Learn about the benefits of wearing Baby in a sling or carrier and find the right carrying option for you in this seminar.

Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 11:15 a.m.; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

TURTLES

Meet live turtles and learn how they live in their shells and more. Rivermount Pavilion, Emshoff Woods, 4050 Paul Road and the playground at Fernbank Park, 50 Thornton Ave.; 11 a.m. at Embshoff Woods and 2 p.m. at Fernbank Park; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

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ARCHERY PRACTICE (AR)

FREE PUMP IT UP TURNS 5!

Last day to register. Receive instruction on using a compound bow and practice on the outdoor archery range. Recommended for ages 8 and older. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 6 p.m. on June 22; $15 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

In honor of their fifth year anniversary, Pump It Up hosts a Customer Appreciation Day. Bring Dad for a special Father’s Day with prizes, pizza and lots of bouncing! Pump It Up, 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester; 1 - 4 p.m.; 513-829-PUMP (7867) or pumpitupparty.com.

ROLLING WITH DAD

COMPASSQUEST (AR)

Please see June 16 for details.

JOURNEY TO WONDERLAND

Pet farm animals from Sunrock Farms with Farmer Frank on Wednesday, June 23 during Wild Wednesdays.

Please see June 19 for details.

FREE JUNETEENTH

Please see “Spotlight” on page 38 for details.

SUMMER SURVIVOR SCAVENGER HUNT

Please see June 19 for details.

FREE YOGIC TAKEOVER OF FOUNTAIN SQUARE

OPEN HORSE SHOW

Happy Father’s Day!

Young horse riders compete in a variety of classes, including Western and English Flat, Western Speed events and more in the indoor arena. Winton Woods Riding Center, 10073 Daly Road; 8 a.m.; $8 in advance and $9 day of show for competitors, spectators are free, a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle permit ($5 annual, $2 daily) is required to enter the park; 513-931-3057 or greatparks.org.

AQUATIC INSECTS

PREHISTORIC OHIO HIKE

Some insects spend time underwater before becoming an adult. Find out more in this visit to a vernal pond. Juneberry Parking Lot, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

Bring Dad for a hike and learn about dads in nature. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

Celebrate the summer solstice with a yogic takeover on Fountain Square with events for all, including yoga practices, live music and more. Fountain Square, downtown; 12:30 - 4 p.m.; 513-300-9642 or worldpeaceyoga.com.

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FREE HARMONY IN RHYTHM SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION

Learn about the people who occupied this area before the Europeans arrived during this 1.5-mile hike. Miami Fort Trail, Shawnee Lookout, 2008 Lawrenceburg Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

Gather in the African Story Circle of the Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park to celebrate summer with drumming, chants and dancing. Led by Mimi Sinclair of Music Therapy Services. 1101 Eastern Ave.; 7 - 8:30 p.m.; music-therapy-cincinnati.com. (please turn the page)

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SUMMER SOLSTICE DRUMMING CIRCLE

Celebrate the longest day of the year with drumming, dancing and more. Bring an instrument if you have one!

Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 7 - 9 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 children, free ages 2 and younger; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

22 tuesday

ARCHERY PRACTICE (AR) Please see June 20 for details.

BEES DON’T BUG ME

Learn about bees all week long. Highfield Discovery Garden in Glenwood Gardens, 10397 Springfield Pike; 10:45 a.m., 1 and 4 p.m. today - June 26, 1 and 4 p.m. on June 27; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL

Head over to Regal Cinemas for a free screening of Imagine That. Regal Cinemas, Deerfield Towne Center 16, 5500 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-770-3186 or regmovies.com.

SPOTLIGHT: FREE ANNIE OAKLEY’S WILD WEST SHOW Saturday, June 26

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ring your chairs, blankets and snacks for this outdoor production from Madcap Puppets.

“Annie Oakley has been capturing the imaginations of children for over a hundred years,” says Lyndsay Carey of Madcap Puppets. “Your family will love the tall tales and big laughs as Annie and her giant puppets gallop through the wild west!” Boone Woods Park, 6000 Veteran’s Way, Burlington (rain site is Connor Middle School, 3300 Cougar Path, Hebron); 7:30 p.m. Call 859-334-2117 or visit madcappuppets.com.

GREAT AMERICAN BACKYARD CAMPOUT (AR)

Last day to register. Staff members guide you through the basics of car camping, followed by supper, campfire fun and more. Head home after the activities or try out your new skills and stay overnight. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 6 p.m. on June 26; $5 per person for the evening or $7 per person to overnight; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB (AR)

Ages 3 - 8 and a caregiver can create all-natural bubbly concoctions. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@ wholefoods.com.

FREE MUSIC CAFÉ

Enjoy a free performance featuring local musicians of all ages and abilities. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument, Hamilton; 7 p.m.; 513-863-8873 or fittoncenter. org.

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24 thursday

25 friday

Check out some rockin’ rockets with Mad Science of Cincinnati! Pioneer Park, 3951 Madison Pike, Covington; 9:30 - 11 a.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

Ages 8 and older are invited to take an evening stroll to enjoy the full moon and hear some natural history readings.

Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 9:30 p.m.; free members, $5 nonmembers; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

BABY AND TODDLER MUSIC (AR)

JUMP N JAM FAMILY FUN NIGHT

FREE (ALMOST) EVERY OTHER THURSDAY SCIENCE

Please see June 10 for details.

CREEKIN’ FUN

Take a short walk to the creek to search for critters and fossils. Wear sturdy shoes, you will get wet! Visitor Center, Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mt. Hope Road; 3 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

KIDS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE EXPO

FREE FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL

Head over to Regal Cinemas for a free screening of Tooth Fairy. Regal Cinemas, Deerfield Towne Center 16, 5500 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-770-3186 or regmovies.com.

The Hamilton County Parks District presents this portion of the 9th annual Ohio River Paddlefest, featuring exhibits, presentations, hands-on activities and more. Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave.; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 - 4 p.m.; 513-2457448 or ohioriverway.org.

FREE KINGS SOCCER GAME

FREE MOMS’ NIGHT OUT (AR)

Cheer on the Cincinnati Kings Men’s team as they take on the Dayton Dutch Lions. Town & Country Sports Complex, 1018 Town Drive, Wilder; 7:30 p.m.; kingssa.com.

SUMMER GAMES

Test your skills with outdoor games and become a summer lawn game gold medalist. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 11 a.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE WILD WEDNESDAY

Meet barnyard animals, courtesy of Farmer Frank from Sunrock Farm. Middleton Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

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Leave the kids at home for the evening and meet other moms while being pampered with goodies and prizes.

Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 6 - 8 p.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods.com.

PADDLEFEST

Enjoy paddling while learning about paddleboats in the Midwest, visit the Kids Outdoor Adventure Expo, or check out river music, arts and more. Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave.; today - June 26; 513-588-6936 or ohioriverway.org/ paddlefest.

THURSDAY ART PLAY

Create your own puppet from recycled materials and join an underwater puppet show. Contemporary Art Center, 44 E. Sixth St.; 1 - 2 p.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $4.50 ages 3 - 13); 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

“Where Every Family Matters.”

FULL MOON WALK (AR)

Bring the whole gang for family time, including inflatables, contests, activities and prizes. Pump It Up, 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester; 7 - 8:30 p.m.; $10 per child; 513-829-PUMP (7867) or pumpitupparty.com.

FREE NATURE STORY TIME

The folks from Imago are on hand to tell stories, lead songs and other fun games and activities. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

OUTDOOR ARCHERY (AR)

Last day to register. Those who have already taken the outdoor archery program can improve their shot with this follow-up class. An adult must remain with children under 18. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 2 p.m. on June 27; $15 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

PANEGYRI GREEK FESTIVAL

Enjoy a taste of Greece with food, music, dance and games.

Holy Trinity-St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 7000 Winton Road; today - June 27; 513-391-0030 or holytrinity. oh.goarch.org.

WAKE NATION’S WORLD RECORD

Cheer on a team of wakeboarders as they seek to set a new world record for most distance traveled on a wakeboard in 24 hours. The public can ride on the lake with the team, get photos and autographs, attend clinics, all while benefitting MedLend, a non-profit that provides medical missions to impoverished countries around the world. Wake Nation, 201 Joe Nuxhall Way, Fairfield; today and June 26; 513-887WAKE (9253) or wakenation.com.

26 saturday

GREAT AMERICAN BACKYARD CAMPOUT

Madcap Puppets presents this favorite collection of tales for all ages. Kenton County Public Library, 1992 WaltonNicholson Road, Independence; 11 a.m.; 859-962-4030 or madcappuppets.com.

Have a blast and benefit a good cause at the same time in this annual race for runners, walkers, kids and cyclists.

Proceeds benefit The Wellness Community and CancerFree Kids. Start on Shaw Avenue in Hyde Park; 8 a.m.; $30 in advance, $35 day of race ($10 and $12 for children); 513-5337323 or hpblast.org.

FREE AESOP’S FABLES

FREE ANNIE OAKLEY’S WILD WEST SHOW Please see “Spotlight” on page 40 for details.

BIRD WALK

Please see June 12 for details.

DIAPER FREE (AR)

Learn how to free your baby from his diaper-wearing days and the benefits of going diaper-free. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 11:15 a.m.; a $4 donation is appreciated; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

FAMILY CAMPOUT (AR)

27 sunday

Please see June 22 for details.

HYDE PARK BLAST

FIREFLY PICNIC

Bring a late dinner or evening snack and a blanket or chair to enjoy nature’s light show. Bring a flashlight to play some games. Great Oaks Trail, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 8 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

JOURNEY TO WONDERLAND Please see June 19 for details.

JOURNEY TO WONDERLAND

OUTDOOR ARCHERY (AR)

Please see June 19 for details.

Please see June 25 for details.

JUSTIN BIEBER’S MY WORLD TOUR

SUMMER INSECTS

Insects are everywhere! Learn about a few then venture outside to find them along the trail.

Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

Bring the whole gang for an overnight campout featuring an evening swim, a movie under the stars, two meals and more — all from Backyard Camp n Gear. Blue Ash YMCA, 5000 YMCA Drive; $35 for members, $40 for non-members; 513-761-5555 or backyardcampngear.com.

The teen sensation is coming to Cincinnati! U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway; 7 p.m.; $32.50 - $52.50; justinbiebermusic.com.

FAMILY SATURDAY

Ages 5 - 12 can learn about healthy eating while making nutty chocolate bananas. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula. mangold@wholefoods.com.

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OUTDOOR GAMES

Introduce your child to the art of African drumming and learn more about African culture in this series. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 1 p.m. ages 6 - 9, 2:15 p.m. ages 10 - 12, today - July 2; $75 per parent/child team; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

Join local artists from ABLE Projects as they demonstrate how to make street art-inspired prints. Contemporary Art Center, 44 E. Sixth St.; 1 - 4 p.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $4.50 ages 3 - 13); 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

FREE FRENCH STORY TIME

Learn basic French vocabulary while listening to stories told in French. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks. com.

FREE KIDS IN THE KITCHEN (AR)

The entire family is invited to an afternoon of outdoor fun and games. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

AFRICAN DRUMMING (AR)

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HEATHER MITTS SOCCER WORKSHOP (AR)

St. Ursula graduate and U.S. women’s national soccer team member Heather Mitts hosts a two-day workshop for girls ages 6 - 14, including instruction, autographed team photo, T-shirt, contests and prizes. Sycamore High School, 7400 Cornell Road; 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. today and June 29; $149; 513793-CAMP (2267) or heathermittscamp.com.

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FREE FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL

Head over to Regal Cinemas for a free screening of Aliens in the Attic. Regal Cinemas, Deerfield Towne Center 16, 5500 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-770-3186 or regmovies.com.

FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB (AR)

Ages 3 - 8 can make a peanut butter dip and a yogurt dip for apples, with the help of a caregiver. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods.com.

HEATHER MITTS SOCCER WORKSHOP (AR) Please see June 28 for details.

FREE OPEN HOUSE FOR BUCKEYE ONLINE

Find out whether an online education is right for your child in this open house. Holiday Inn/Eastgate, 4501 Eastgate Blvd.; 3 - 7 p.m.; 866-642-9237 or go2boss.com.

NOW PLAYING: Theatrical Fun for Everyone!

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL AUDITIONS

Today is the deadline to submit materials for children interested in auditioning next month for Playhouse in the Park’s annual production of A Christmas Carol. Nine area children will be cast to fill speaking and non-speaking parts.

Send resume and photo to Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, ATTN: AUDITIONS, c/o Michael Haney, PO Box 6537, Cincinnati, OH 45206; cincyplay.com.

Enjoy the music of Leiber and Stoller in a 1950s setting that features favorites like Love Potion #9, On Broadway, Hound Dog and more. Showboat Majestic, Public Landing below the Mehring Way entrance; June 2 - 20; $17 adults, $16 seniors and students; 513-241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com.

Join an all-child cast in this production featuring a magic lamp, a Genie, an evil magician, a princess and a dragon.

Clifton Performance Theatre, 404 Ludlow Ave.; 7 p.m. on June 12, 19 and 26; 2 p.m. on June 13, 20 and 27; $10 adults, $7 children, $8 seniors; 513-861-7469 or cliftonperformancetheatre.com.

DREAMGIRLS

Follow the trials and tribulations of a 1960s girl group, featuring Grammyaward-winning music. Best for ages 10 and older. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St.; June 8 - 20; $20 - $62; broadwayacrossamerica.com.

Enjoy the sounds of Leiber and Stoller during Smokey Joe’s Café.

TRAVELING SCAVENGER HUNT

Meet a naturalist at a nature trail and pick up your sleuthing clues. Turn in the sheet at the end of your walk and earn a prize! Pin Oak Trail, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., today - July 1; Fernbank Park, 50 Thornton Ave. from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., July 2; Miami Fort Trail at Shawnee Lookout, 2008 Lawrenceburg Road from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., July 3 ; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ

ongoing events Cincinnati Museum Center Union Terminal, 1301 Western Ave. 287-7000 • cincymuseum.org AMERICA I AM: THE AFRICAN AMERICAN IMPRINT

Browse artifacts from every period of U.S. history including documents, music, media and more. June 19 - Sept. 6.

FRIDAY CLASSIC FILM

Enjoy a Friday night screening of a favorite OMNIMAX film. Fridays at 7 and 9 p.m.; $7.50, adults; $6.50, seniors; $5.50, ages 3 - 12.

UNDER THE SEA

GET SMART!

Use the interactive SMART Board technology to learn about Cincinnati history. Cincinnati History Museum; Thu at 2 p.m.

GIBSON & CO. PRINT SHOP

Visit the 19th century print shop and meet the master printer, who demonstrates historic printing techniques.

Cincinnati History Museum; Mon - Fri, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Sat at 1 p.m.

I SPY

Celebrate spring by exploring Cincinnati in Motion and discover this month’s hidden object. Cincinnati History Museum; museum hours in June.

JR. SCIENCE SLEUTHS

Junior scientists ages 6 years and younger can learn about everything from the five senses to color mixing.

Museum of Natural History and Science; Thu at 11:30 a.m.

FREE FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL

Jim Carrey narrates this OMNIMAX journey to locations under the sea, including Southern Australia, New Guinea and more. Meet some of the most mysterious and beautiful creatures through July 4.

MEET THE APOTHECARY

FREE OPEN HOUSE FOR BUCKEYE ONLINE

The following programs are free with admission (for any one museum: $8 adults, $7 seniors, $6 ages 3 - 12, $4.50 ages 1 - 2): ANIMALS IN NATURE

Bring little ones to hear stories relating to Cincinnati and told by a costumed interpreter. Cincinnati History Museum; Mon at 10:30 a.m.

Head over to Regal Cinemas for a free screening of Monsters Vs. Aliens. Regal Cinemas, Deerfield Towne Center 16, 5500 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-7703186 or regmovies.com.

Find out whether an online education is right for your child in this open house. Hampton Inn, 5323 Beach Blvd., Mason; 3 - 7 p.m.; 866-642-9237 or go2boss.com.

PIONEERS AND EARLY TOTS

Find out what kids did in the early days without video games and TV. Try your hand at some simple games in an afternoon of low-tech fun. Winton Centre, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 1 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE WILD WEDNESDAY

The Reptile House brings special visitors for this morning program, followed by refreshments from Snappy Tomato Pizza and McDonald’s. Middleton Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

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Meet a scaled, feathered or furry friend. Museum of Natural History & Science; Mon - Fri at 12:30 p.m., Sat and Sun at 2:30 p.m.

BAT FLIGHT

KREATIVE KIDS

Kids can learn about art, science and culture in these sessions with plenty of hands-on activities. Duke Energy Children’s Museum; Sun at 4 p.m.

Visit Merrell’s drug store to learn about 19th century health and medicine. Cincinnati History Museum; Mon at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

ONCE UPON A STORY

SCIENCE SLEUTHS

Watch a brown bat take flight at the Cave and learn more about these creatures. Museum of Natural History and Science; Mon - Fri at 11 a.m., Sat and Sun at 1 p.m.

Experience an adventure with activities ranging in topic from the human body to dinosaurs. Museum of Natural History and Science; Mon - Fri at 11 a.m., Sat and Sun at 2 p.m.

BUDDING SCIENTISTS

STORY TREE TIME

Join an activity that will encourage the blossoming of scientific interest. Duke Energy Children’s Museum; Sat and Sun at 1 p.m.

CITIZEN STORIES

Meet a variety of African American Cincinnatians, with stories told by a costumed interpreter. Cincinnati History Museum; Wed, Fri and Sat at 2 p.m.

“Where Every Family Matters.”

Visit the Little Sprouts Farm for a story! Duke Energy Children’s Museum; Wed at 11 a.m.

WHERE IN THE WORLD

Play a game, make a craft or participate in an activity from around the world. Duke Energy Children’s Museum; Sat and Sun at 2 p.m.

YOUNG AT ART

Children can express themselves in these open-ended art activities. Duke Energy Children’s Museum; Tue, Sat and Sun at 3 p.m.

Cincinnati Art Museum (CAM) 953 Eden Park Drive 721-ARTS (2787) cincinnatiartmuseum.org ARTWORLD

Stop by the CAM between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays for hands-on activities and artmaking inspired by current exhibitions.

FREE FAMILY ARTVENTURES

These weekend tours led by CAM docents feature touchable objects and hands-on ARTSTOPS. Meet at 1 p.m. on Saturdays; 3 p.m. on Sundays.

Miscellaneous events continuing this month: AFRICAN DRUMMING CLASS

Children are invited to learn the art of African drumming.

Bi-Okoto Cultural Centre, 7030 Reading Road, Ste. 662; 10 a.m. on Sat in June; free members; 513-221-6112 or bi-okoto.com.

FREE BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIMES

Stories and activities with weekly themes for ages PreK and older. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 7800 Montgomery Road; Thursdays at 11 a.m.; 513-7949320.

BETWEEN FENCES

This traveling Smithsonian exhibit focuses on what role fences played in both local and national history.

Chrisholm Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; through June 10, Wed - Sun, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; admission is free but a $3 daily special event or annual motor vehicle permit ($10) is required; 513-867-5835 or metroparksofbutlercounty.org.

BUTTERFLIES OF JAPAN

The Krohn Conservatory’s annual butterfly show returns with the butterflies, culture and heritage of Japan.

Included in the exhibit are displays from the Bonsai Society of Greater Cincinnati, Tokyo Metropolitan Zoo and a new display on Insects as Pets from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Krohn Conservatory, Eden Park; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., through June 20; $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 ages 5 - 17; free ages 4 and younger; 513421-5707 or butterflyshow.com.

CHILDREN’S AFRICAN DANCE

Ages 6 - 17 are invited to learn about the art of African dance. Bi-Okoto Cultural Centre, 7030 Reading Road, Ste. 662; 11:15 a.m. on Sat in June; free members; 513221-6112 or bi-okoto.com.

CHILDREN’S YORUBA LANGUAGE

Ages 6 - 17 can learn more about the Yoruba language this month. Bi-Okoto Cultural Centre, 7030 Reading Road, Ste. 662; 2 p.m. on Sat in June; free members; 513-221-6112 or bi-okoto.com.

CLUB AQUA

Teens ages 13 - 19 are invited for an outdoor dance club with a live DJ and fun. The Beach Waterpark, 2590 Water Park Drive, Mason; 9 p.m. - midnight, Tuesdays through Aug. 10; $10 at the gate, $8 online; 800-866SWIM (7946) or thebeachwaterpark.com.

ENTERTRAINMENT JUNCTION’S MINICIRCUS

Railroads and traveling circuses have a long history, and the Mackay’s Mighty Small Circus exhibit delves into that history with gusto. Enjoy a 1,200-squarefoot display with 1,500 hand-carved pieces portraying the life and times of an American circus in the 1900s. EnterTrainment Junction, 7379 Squire Ct., West Chester; through Dec. 31, 2010; included with admission ($12.95 adults, $9.95 children); 513-8988000 or entertrainmentjunction.com.

EXTENDED HOURS FOR POP IN PLAY TIME

Stop by inflatable fun this summer with extended hours.

Pump It Up, 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Mon - Fri; $8 per child, $4 per sibling, all kids $4 on Thursdays, parents and grandparents free; 513-829-PUMP (7867) or pumpitupparty.com.

FRIDAY NIGHT GRILL OUT

Bring the whole family for an evening of grilled meals that can be eaten outdoors or inside, live music, and information from a Park District Naturalist. Kids can check out the brand-new playground before or after dinner! Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland-Madeira Road; through Sept. 4, 5 - 8 p.m.; $7 - $9.25; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE GIVE MOMS A BREAK (AR)

Children ages 6 months - Kindergarten can have fun while moms get a little me-time. Church of the Saviour United Methodist, 8005 Pfeiffer Road; every Tue, Wed and Thu, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; cos-umc.org.

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PRESCHOOL OPEN PLAY (AR)

The inflatables room will be open for toddlers and preschoolers in addition to huge slides, obstacle courses and bouncers. Lazer Kraze, 1336 Donaldson Hwy., Erlanger; 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; $6 per child; add a craft activity for $1; 859-371-KRAZ (5729) or lazerkraze.com.

FREE PRESCHOOL STORY TIMES

Get ready for finger puppet fun with Miss Gail. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; Wed at 10:30 a.m.; 513-731-2665; bluemanateebooks. com.

PRESCHOOL YOGA (AR)

Ages 3 - 4 can learn to stretch and relax with Miss Suzi.

Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; Tue at 1:30 p.m.; $8 per child; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

SATURDAY STREAM EXPLORATIONS

Play and explore in the cooler temperatures of the nature center’s stream and meet with a naturalist who will have collecting equipment and ID sheets at the ready. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; Sat from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. in June, July and August; $5 adults, $1 ages 3 - 12; 513831-1711 or cincynature.org.

FREE TOYOTA’S MOVIE NIGHT

Bring the whole gang for free movies on Fountain Square - snacks and beverages available for purchase.

The first movie is a family-friendly film, followed by a second feature appropriate for older kids and grownups. Fountain Square, downtown; 7 p.m. Saturdays, June 5 - Aug. 28; myfountainsquare.com.

Explore the history of archaeology and join an indoor “dig” or scavenger hunt in this exhibit featuring photographs, artifacts and more. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Devou Park, Covington; through June 6; $7 adults, $6 seniors, $4 ages 3 - 17, free for members; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

FREE TRINITY TOGETHER TIME

KOOL KIDS’ FRIDAYS

TUESDAY KIDS DAY OUT (AR)

Kids can join athletic games and learn safety tips in this afternoon celebration. The Beach Waterpark, 2590 Water Park Drive, Mason; 1 - 2 p.m., Fridays June 18 - July 30; free with youth admission ($5 before 3 p.m. for kids under 48 inches); 800-866-SWIM (7946) or thebeachwaterpark.com.

MAKE A MESS AT THE MANATEE (AR)

Ages 2 - 4 are invited to join Miss Kelli to read a picture book and create an art project. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; Mon at 10:30 a.m.; $5 per child; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

MEMBER SHOWCASE

The Fitton Center presents artworks and heirlooms by Fitton Center member artists. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton; through June 11; 513-863-8873 or fittoncenter.org.

MOM DAY MONDAYS

Moms can get a little pampering at The Beach — check out manicures, fashion shows, exhibitors and more.

The Beach Waterpark, 2590 Water Park Drive, Mason; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Mondays, June 21 - July 26; free with admission ($27.99 at the gate, $19 online); 800-866SWIM (7946) or thebeachwaterpark.com.

NIGHT FISHING

Some fish love the night. Find out for yourself when the sun goes down! Voice of America Park, 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester; sunset - 1 a.m. the first Friday of each month through September; a motor vehicle permit ($10 annual, $5 daily) and a MetroParks’ fishing permit is required; 513-755-44002 or metroparksofbutlercounty. org.

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Parents and grandparents with children ages birth - 5 are invited to experience activities like guest speakers, crafts, games, stories and snacks. Trinity Community Church, 3850 E. Galbraith Road, 1 - 2:30 p.m., first and third Tuesday; 513-791-7631 or trinitycincinnati.org.

Enjoy a day out with and for the kids, including lunch!

Church of the Saviour United Methodist, 8005 Pfeiffer Road; 9 - 11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (lunch bunch) and 12:30 - 3 p.m. on Tuesdays and 9 - 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday and Thursday; $10 for one child, $15 for families, $5 additional for lunch bunch; 513-7913142 or cos-umc.org.

FREE WEDNESDAYS ON THE GREEN

Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy a range of free entertainment from Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, local musicians and more. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave.; 7 - 8:30 p.m. through July; 513-4972860 or cliftonculturalarts.org.

FREE WHALE OF A TALE

Enjoy a weekly story with your little one, followed by singing and a simple take-home craft. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 10:30 a.m. on June 1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 29.

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