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the little things

By Amanda Hayward

Life With Baby

t was time for my postpartum visit. Already. How has it been six weeks? I proudly brought my newborn baby girl, Catherine, with me, excited to show her off. The lady at the front desk looked at her with an “Aw, she is adorable!” As I’m getting soft looks and sighs, all I could think about was, “Please don’t cry, please be calm for me during my appointment.” I walked in the doctor’s office, rocking Catherine back and forth in her car seat. She was doing OK, but ready to cry at any given moment and me forgetting that she is in fact a baby. Baby’s cry, that’s what they do, and if anyone knows that it’s a doctor. My doctor walked in and Catherine decided she would be calm for me the whole time. I relaxed as my doctor gave me the thumbs up to move on with some normalcy. He laughed and smiled as he gazed at this beautiful baby he delivered. He asked how I’m doing and honestly, it was hard to answer. I wanted to complain about how sleep-deprived I was and how hard everything was. But instead I replied with, “I’m doing good.” He said back, “Yea, that’s good. You know it’s tough but they say the hours are long and the years are short, right? It will go by fast so try and enjoy it.” This really hit me. I’ve heard, “Enjoy every moment,” but what he said meant so much more to me. He was right — thinking about how quickly my other kids have grown — it was a bittersweet thought. I made a mental note as I walked out of the office. Life with Baby is a huge adjustment, no matter how experienced you are. It’s been lovely escaping to “babyville” for these short six weeks — not having to worry about anything other than juggling life with three kids and surviving long nights and challenging mornings — but wow, has it been hard. Week one a slap in the face; week two, I thought I had it; week three, things began to calm down, and then there it was, another challenge. I forgot how long it took to “get it.” Meanwhile, I'm doing my best over here to enjoy every little moment, every “coo” and soft Baby touch and snuggle. It’s easier said than done, and all I can say is, you can only do your best. There will be days where you may question your parenting knowledge and find yourself Googling breastfeeding tips and YouTubing sponge bath videos, and then there may be days where you feel on top of the world, ready to tackle that first outing with Baby. Whether it's your first, second or third, having a baby is always a huge change, so give yourself that time AND grace while you ease into a new flow. You don't have to "get it" all right now, so take tasks as they come, and remember to take care of YOU, too during your new life. If you think your best friend is handling it all with flying colors, guess again and go check on her. Then ask her to go grab some coffee because more than likely, she's going through it, too. Yes, this time is sweet and goes by in a blink of an eye, but if you miss a "little moment," don't beat yourself up. You can't possibly do it all; remember it all. Take breaks, don't overbook yourself and always remember, your best is enough.

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Let's Play: New, Inclusive Playgrounds for Kids

ust in time for the summer of '21 — new playgrounds for all! Check it out:

MAKINO PLAYGROUND (photo above) In recent years, Cincinnati Family magazine’s Kidchella event has raised funds to support construction of Common Ground Makino Playground which is now OPEN! The beautiful, colorful, fenced-in playground boasts an assortment of slides, tunnels, rock walls, zip lines and more. Makino is truly a playground for all; there is a wide variety of equipment created for individuals with disabilities in mind. Head to this whimsical playground located at 6100 Kopfler Court in Mason, Ohio. Visit imaginemason.org for more information.

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BURNET WOODS A new play structure has been installed at 3251 Brookline Ave. featuring accessible attractions like a glider, disc swing and musical instruments. The playground has a safe surface. Visit cincinnatiparks.com for more information. PNC GROW UP GREAT ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND This playground will be one of the largest in the Cincinnati Parks’ system with a zip line, a fully accessible ADA swing, sliding hill, two climbing structures, gumdrop balancing pods and more. Set to open in late July, it will be located in Inwood Park (2450 Vine St., Cincinnati). Visit cincinnatiparksfoundation.org/new-inwoodpark-playground-will-be-an-inclusive-wonderland to see renderings!

Summer Fun at the New Kirkwood Adventure Park

lan the perfect summer day at Cincinnati Art Museum — including a picnic! After Art Climb and art viewing in the museum A sample of lunch specialties from the CAM's new picnic-in(reservations required), go enjoy your pre-ordered Picnic in the Park the-park. packages. to make the day delish. The CAM has three new to-go dining options ranging from snacks and drinks (Cassatt Cuisine Bites), to a cheese board with wine (Van-Gogh to Go) and even more substantial entrees with cookies for dessert (Dining with Duncanson). Picnic in the Park packages are available Tuesdays - Sundays and require ordering 24 hours in advance. Call 513-639-2986 to order your picnic!

pening "softly" on June 15, the brand-new Kirkwood Adventure Park is a summer must-visit destination. This 212acre multipurpose facility is home to warm weather including a lake with an aquaglide, a beach, a canopy trail set high in the canopy of the pines and much more. Kirkwood Adventure Park is powered by Matthew 25: Ministries with the mission of spreading positivity, growing relationships with friends and families and enriching visitors' faith. Kirkwood Adventure Park is located at 5719 W State Route 73 in Wilmington. Visit kirkwoodadventurepark.com or call 937-382-3535 for more information.

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Cincinnati Museum Center's Ice Age Gallery reopens July 1 at 1301 Western Ave. Learn more at cincymuseum.org.

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ark your calendars! Cincinnati Museum Center’s Ice Age Gallery is reopening July 1! Familiar sights will include dire wolves, mammoths and saber-toothed cats. New additions include a fully-articulated mastodon skeleton, an ancient giant bison skeleton and a wealth of information about not only historic climate change, but current climate change as well! Also slated for July 1 reopening is the Duke Energy Children’s Museum! Check out all there is to see at Cincinnati Museum Center, located at 1301 Western Avenue; learn more at cincymuseum.org or call 513-287-7000.

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incinnati & Hamilton County Public Library and Cincinnati Public Schools have partnered to increase student access to digital resources. The partnership combines the library’s and school’s digital reading resources in one app, Sora. Students can access age-appropriate materials anywhere and any time by logging into the library’s digital collection through Sora; and by providing their school credentials. CPS students can also use Sora in a web browser by visiting soraapp.com.

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Teach Kids Bike Safety Bicycle sales have exploded since the pandemic hit, so be sure the kids are up to speed on what they need to know about safe riding. By Susan Day

any parents get very excited about giving their kids a first bicycle without giving a second thought to safety. But once you take the training wheels off of your child’s first bike, anything can go for a kid. Messaging from you to your child on bike riding safety can go in one ear and out the other, so it’s important to slowly but surely teach safety to your bike-riding kids and to do check-ins periodically to make sure that what you teach sticks. But where to start? First and foremost for kids on two wheels: helmets. For all of the statistics out there on head injuries and traumatic brain injury, if you pick up anything here, it’s that wearing a helmet dramatically reduces the incident of hospitalization after a fall or crash. Don’t take a cavalier attitude toward riding bikes without helmets, regardless of the fact that Ohio has no helmet law. Secondly, to teach your kids to ride safely on a bike, ride with them at first on your own bike. And know a couple of things about Ohio bicycle laws. Such as:

Q: Can My Child Ride a Bicycle in the Street? Yes. Ohio law does not include an age requirement for riding bikes on a roadway, however riders of all ages must follow the rules of the road. Make sure your child can ride safely and predictably by evaluating his abilities. Q: What road rules do kids have to follow when they are biking? One key Ohio bike law is that bicyclists must ride “as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable,” yet, a rider does not have to ride along the right side of a lane when it is unsafe to do so.

SAFETY TIPS FOR KIDS • Wear a helmet that fits properly. (Get a helmet fitting PDF at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website) • Adjust your child’s bike to fit his height and make sure the bike is safe to ride • See and be seen: wear bright clothing when you ride, watch for cars, etc. • Use verbal and non-verbal communication with motorists through eye contact and signals found at NHTSA. (please turn the page)

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LOOK BACK WITHOUT SWERVING Have your child ride the same stripe while you hold a cardboard picture of a car. As he rides past, hold the “car”up or hide it behind your back and say, “LOOK!” Your child should look back and say “CAR!” or “NO CAR!”

STOPPING AND SPEED CONTROL While practicing, have your child slowly ride toward an item on the ground to stop just before hitting it. Gradually increase the speed and watch for skidding (not good). As your child speeds up, he will need to start using his brakes sooner.

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Growing Up

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Celebrations! Best Birthdays for Little Ones

They say the hours are long but the years are short, so celebrate your birthday kids BIG!

ne minute you’re a mom zombie and the next it feels like you’re an ultra marathoner running aimlessly at your mobile toddler. Yes, it goes by quickly, but celebrating little ones is super fun when they’re small. As we begin to crawl out of pandemic restrictions, here’s the latest on what your favorite party spots are doing these days to make your child’s special day exciting and memorable.

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Pump It Up of West Chester 513-829-7867 7724 Service Center Drive West Chester, Oh pumpitupparty.com VIP treatment with your party kid’s own bouncy house arena; a private party room, games, inflatable party playgrounds and the special blow-up birthday throne. Contactless payment options plus increased cleaning and sanitizing in between parties. Puzzle Pieces - A Sensory Sensation 513-583-1874 11912 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, Oh puzzlepiecesofohio.com Throw your sensory child a birthday he’ll love. Choose between three packages (Basic; Midsize; or Premiere). Each includes two hours in the sensory room and various amenities. A magician or face painter can be added, too. Run, Jump, and Play 513-771-7529 5897 Pfeiffer Road, Suite B Cincinnati, Oh runjumpnplay.com An enormous playground and fun inflatables! The new toddler addition lets tots explore with sensory adventures and educational activities. Parties include a personal party host, a private party room, invitations and paper goods. You bring the cake. They set up and clean up the mess! Star Glazers 513-474-6364 starglazers.com They bring the fun to your birthday kid! A pottery expert brings the supplies and offers booklets and ideas for your masterpiece. Pricing includes the cost of supplies, glazing and firing. No mess and all fun! Urban Air Trampoline Park Cincinnati 513-322-3130 3321 Alamo Ave. Cincinnati, Oh urbanairtrampolinepark.com/ locations/ohio/cincinnati You choose your party package and Urban Air takes care of the rest - setup, hosting and cleanup - and watch your little birthday kid enjoy all of the indoor play and trampoline fun that their little heart desires. There is something for all ages, too, with

a full adventure park loaded with more than just trampolines. Packages include party necessities, balloons, 2 hours of play, socks and more! Masks are required; enhanced cleaning procedures; a sanitation team; limited capacity on attractions; temperature checks when you arrive and more health and safety protocols on their website. West Chester Academy 513-829-2345 8107 Market Place Drive West Chester, Oh westchesteracademy.co Birthday party themes for ages 1 and older. Bubbles, dress up, games and more. They supply invites, party supplies, optional party bags; and 90 minutes on Saturdays at 3 p.m. and Sundays at 12:30 or 3 p.m. Lobby is currently closed; you may invite up to 15 party kids (including birthday kids); party participants can choose to wear a mask in the gym; adults required to wear masks to and from the front door and in the party area.

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Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden 513-281-4700 3400 Vine St. Cincinnati, Oh cincinnatizoo.org The “Zoo it Yourself” Birthday Party Package is new this month! Pick up your party package at the Welcome Center and have your own Zoo-It yourself birthday party. Enhance your party by adding extras! Gorman Heritage Farm gormanfarm.org Little ones love farm animals! Meet animals in an open space and play! For more information, e-mail Caroline at cbear@ gormanfarm.org. Great Parks of Hamilton County Picnic Shelters greatparks.org/reservations/ picnic-areas Great Parks is not hosting parties for the 2021 season, however, they do offer 58 opensided picnic shelters and two non-sheltered picnic areas that are available to reserve up to a year in advance including Lake Isabella, Sharon Woods and Fernbank Park to name a few. P&J’s Bounce House 513-479-7617 pjbouncehouse.com A local privately owned rental company located in the Northern Cincinnati area. Delivering bounce houses, water slides and concessions. Providing modern, clean and affordable bounce houses. Ask about deep discounts for parties and events booked Mon. - Thu. and for repeat customers.

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Voted Best Day Camp in the 2020 Best of Parenting poll! Activities include archery, sports, arts and crafts, drama, music, Israeli culture, and swimming. Campers will be grouped into pods no larger than 12 with all campers and staff required to wear masks when inside the facility while maintaining a social distance. Dates: Jun. 14 - Aug. 16. Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Extended care available. Grades K - 8. Flexible weekly options available. We cannot wait for another magical summer filled with memories and friendships that last a lifetime.

CAMP ROOSEVELT FIREBIRD 4141 Dublin Road SW, Bowerston 740-269-0137 • camprooseveltfirebird.com

Co-ed, residential, 3.5 hours from Cincinnati in the Appalachian foothills. Carefully developed COVID policies for this summer. Our focus is: fun, growth, community, and diversity. Campers develop close friendships, gain confidence and develop leadership. Activities: sports, swimming, arts, boating, farming, climbing, zip-line, mountain biking, tennis, camping, wacky games, campfires and more. Small, close-knit community. We’re “green” serving tasty healthy food. We inspire our campers to improve camp and the world! Directors, Joe and Cynthia, are educators with over 30 years experience. Two- and 4-week sessions plus family camp and wilderness adventure programs. Ages 7 - 16. please turn the page...

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SUMMER CAMPS FALCON CAMP

4251 Delta Road SW, Carrollton 800-837-CAMP (2267) • falconcamp.com

YMCA DAY CAMP Multiple YMCA Locations myy.org/camp

Widely recognized as Ohio’s premier summer camp since 1959. Beautiful lakefront setting with wide range of activities. Boys and girls ages 6 - 16 choose their own schedule within general framework, separate activities with planned coed events. 1:4 staff/camper ratio. Most of all, it’s a great time! ACA accredited, many references.

Week-long camps are offered Jun. 1 - Aug. 13 for campers ages 5 - 15. Your child will grow confident, make friends and create amazing memories by being included in all the fun. Campers rotate with a small group visiting the swimming pool, S.T.E.M. activities, group games and more. 11 Camp Sites serving Anderson, Batavia, Blue Ash, Burlington, Colerain, Ft. Thomas, Hillsboro, Springfield Township, West End, and Western Hills.

ABRAKADOODLE

513-297-5655 ext. 3 abrakadoodle.com/oh-greater-cincinnati Our camps are designed for children to experience the fun and excitement of day camp in an enriching and safe environment. Each camp offers structured activities in arts and crafts supplemented with special related activities. Children are introduced to master and contemporary artists, multicultural arts, styles, techniques and quality art materials. Our art camps include art lessons, music, games and special activities for children ages 3 - 12. Visit our website for locations and dates.

CAMP INVENTION

3701 Highland Park, North Canton 800-968-4332 | invent.org/camp Spark your kid’s creativity and confidence with our new Camp Invention® program, Recharge! Campers in grades K - 6 will team up to take on fun, hands-on STEM challenges. From taking apart their own microphone to exploring solar-powered crickets and creating duck-launching devices, each activity is designed to give your young innovator an unforgettable summer experience. Secure your spot and save on our website. 7426 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati 513-233-2633 codeninjas.com/oh-anderson-township Transform your child’s love for technology into an exciting learning adventure. Guided by our team of Code Senseis, Code Ninjas Camps empower kids to gain valuable tech skills and make new friends. It’s an unforgettably fun learning experience! This year we will be offering week-long summer camps. We will offer different sessions each week featuring some of the most popular games/activities among kids. Camp themes will include Minecraft, Roblox, YouTube, Legos, 3D printing and more.

KIDS FIRST SPORTS CENTER – CAMP-A-PALOOZA

7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati 513-489-7575 | kidsfirstsports.com Campers get the very best! 108,000 sq. ft. of everything kids love: basketball, karate, gymnastics, dance, cheer, swimming, volleyball, you name it! Field trips every week outside Kids First and in-house entertainment brought in throughout week. Leaders in Training course for teens ages 13 - 15 covering topics like leadership, communication, and group dynamics. Teens can look forward to excursions, service opportunities, and more.

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Buckner Martial Arts

8216 Highland Pointe Drive, West Chester 513-779-2413 bucknermartialarts.com Voted one the best martial arts studios in Cincinnati, we combine defense skills with personal development. Students progress quickly while learning leadership and strong values under the teaching of master instructors. Free uniform with class sign-up.

CCM Preparatory

290 CCM Blvd., Cincinnati 513-556-2595 ccm.uc.edu/prep • ccmprep@uc.edu For a fun and immersive summer arts experience, look no further than CCM Preparatory! Attractions include a variety of programs in Music, Dance and Theatre Arts for students to make friends and explore new skills. With COVID-19 protocols, students can explore their artistic interests in a safe and welcoming environment.

Children’s Meeting House

927 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland 513-683-4757 cmhschool.com Visit our website to see all the camps we are offering this year. Our camps offer a variety of arts, crafts, nature, science, drama, and fun activities for children ages 3 - 12 on our beautiful 7+ acre campus. Camps are led by experienced CMH staff who are eager to share their passion for learning and having fun with our campers. Reserve your space NOW!

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CODE NINJAS

7 Locations in the Greater Cincinnati/NKY Area mathnasium.com Mathnasium is here to help your student with all of their math needs! This summer you can help your student feel confident at the beginning of next school year, no matter what grade level they will be entering. We use a customized Learning Plan that is designed around your student’s individual needs. We then use the inhouse curriculum to help tailor their lessons to their specific areas so we can maximize their time with us. We do all of this and we make learning fun!

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600-B Reading Road, Mason 513-398-0353 masondance.com We provide an opportunity for anyone ages 3 - adult to discover the joys of dance. Ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, modern, pre-professional ballet, pre-dance combos, adult classes. We offer summer and mini-camps!

Star Glazers

starglazers.com 513-474-6364 Paint pottery at your location. Pottery experts will bring all the supplies and offer booklets and ideas for your masterpiece. Pricing includes the cost of supplies, glazing and firing. No mess!

Summer Circus Arts Camps presented by My Nose Turns Red Youth Circus

Evendale Cultural Arts Center, 10500 Reading Road 859-581-7100 mynoseturnsred.org • info@mynoseturnsred.org Stretch your child’s creative muscle. For ages 4 - 6 yrs. and 7 - 18 yrs. Skills for ages 7 - 18 includes gym (German) wheel, aerial silks, unicycle, Diabolo, physical comedy, and more. Camps for ages 4 - 6 include circus games and activities just right for their age.

Sycamore Presbyterian Preschool

11800 Mason Road, Cincinnati 513-683-7717 sycamorechurch.org/preschool Caring, Christian environment with hands-on, child-centered approach enhancing academics, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Curriculum aligns to ODE’s Early Learning Content Standard.

West Chester Academy Music, Dance, Gymnastics

8107 Market Place Drive, West Chester 513-829-2345 westchesteracademy.com From a child’s very first lesson to the experienced adult, West Chester Academy has something for everyone in music, dance, and gymnastics. Located in West Chester, we specialize in beginners of all ages and offer training through pre-professional levels. We have camps for all ages.

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THINGSTODO Jack and the Gentle Giant By Madcap Puppets

Friday, June 18 at 7 p.m. Don’t miss out on a Madcap Puppet show performed at the picturesque Pyramid Hill (part of Fitton Family Friday on the Hill). This is the fun sequel to the famous Jack and the Beanstalk fairy tale, complete with a talking beanstalk! The fun takes place at Pyramid Hill, 1786 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 non-members; $8 for Fitton members. For more information, visit fittoncenter.org/fitton-on-the-hill.org or call 513-863-8873 extention 110.

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DAILY EVENTS tue 1 FREE BLUE ASH LIBRARY BABIES STORY TIME (register + virtual) Fun for babies and their caregivers: enjoy songs, thymes, stories and movement. For ages birth - 18 months. Blue Ash Branch, 4911 Cooper Road, Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11 a.m.; 513369-6051 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE BLUE ASH NATURE PARK STORYWALK Take a walk through the park and enjoy a story, too! The children’s book changes every other month to keep families coming back; the stories featured promote literacy skills in a fun and active way. Blue Ash Nature Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash; open daily; blueash.com.

BUTTERFLIES OF BALI (register) Celebrate Krohn’s Butterfly Show’s 25th anniversary; get surrounded by 60 varieties of freeflying butterflies and more. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; daily through September 6, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; all must register for tickets in advance online; no tickets will be sold on-site; $10 adults, $7 ages 5 - 17, free for Friends of Krohn members and ages four and younger; 513-421-4086 or cincinnatiparks.com/krohn.

FREE CHALK THE WALK Kids can decorate the sidewalk at the library then enjoy a yummy treat. While supplies last, June 1 - 5. Wyoming Branch, 500 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; 513-369-6014 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

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Enjoy Butterflies of Bali at the Krohn. It’s the 25th anniversary of the popular event that we all missed in 2020.

CINCINNATI REDS GAMES Take me out to the ballgame, take me out to the crowd! Spend some time at GABP enjoying a Red’s game and be sure to take the kids to the new TriHealth Family Zone. Check website for special events, promotions and giveaways. Great American Ballpark, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati; 7:10 p.m.; see website for ticket pricing and group sales; 1-800-440-8539 or reds.com.

FREE DRIVE IN STORY TIME (register) Beep beep! Head to the library before they officially open for an exciting drive-in story time. Monfort Heights Branch, 3825 West Fork Road, Cincinnati; 9:30 - 9:45 a.m.; 513-369-4472 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

LILYPAD YOGA KIDS (register) Children can build awareness, mindfulness and learn how to express themselves creatively with some morning yoga at LilyPad. LilyPad Play, 2008 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11 a.m.; $15 per class; 513-3211379 or lilypadplay.com.

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME Join the Nature Center for a unique, outdoor story time in the Nature PlayScape. There will be super fun finger plays, songs and

nature-themed books. Offered Tuesdays in June. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 10 - 10:30 a.m.; included with daily admission, $9 adults, $4 children; free for members; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

STRAWBERRY DAYS (register) Pick strawberries, play farm games, pet zoo animals and bounce on the strawberry bounce pad. Through June 6; Friday through Sundays. Blooms & Berries Farm Market, 9669 Ohio 48, Loveland; 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; tickets sold online in advance; see website for ticket pricing options; 513-697-9173 or bloomsandberries.com/plan-yourvisit.

SUMMER FUN AT ENTERTRAINMENT JUNCTION Purchase a do-it-all ticket and receive a FREE presidential baseball, while supplies last. EnterTRAINment Junction, 7379 Squire Court, West Chester; through June 25, Mon- Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun 12 - 6 p.m.; see website for best do-it-all ticket price; 513-898-8000 or entertrainmentjunction.com.

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wed 2 FREE BLUE ASH FARMERS MARKET Browse yummy fresh goods from local farmers, bakers and more. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash; 3:30 - 7 p.m.; summitparkblueash.com/ residents/farmers_market.php.

FLORENCE Y’ALLS HOME GAME Head to UC Health Stadium to watch the Y’alls play some ball! UC Health Stadium, 7950 Freedom Way, Florence; 5:07 p.m.; day of game tickets starting at $10; 859-594-4487 or florenceyalls.com.

FREE WEDNESDAYS IN THE WOODS Celebrate everything great about summer with this outdoor weekly summer concert series! There will be a variety of food vendors, an expanded Kids Art Corner and beverages available from HighGrain Brewing Co. Burnet Woods Bandstand, 3251 Brookline Ave., Cincinnati; 7 - 9 p.m.; 513-4972860 or cliftonculturalarts.org/ events/signature-event-series/ wednesdays-in-the-woods.

thu 3 FREE MILFORD FRONTIER DAYS Kickoff the weekend with a parade on Friday evening (6 p.m.) or grab something tasty to enjoy while browsing the makers market (Saturday 5 - 11 p.m., Sunday 12 - 11 p.m.)! As for music, The Counting Skeletons will perform Thursday night after the parade, Country Thunder will take the stage Friday at 8 p.m. and the Mondays will perform at 8 p.m. on Saturday. Riverside Park, 425 Victor Stier Drive, Milford; 6 p.m.; frontierdaysmilford.com/about.

FREE NKY MUSIC LEGENDS!

Event Lawn, East Mehring Way, Cincinnati; 6 - 10 p.m.; 513-3572604 or cincinnatiparks.com.

fri 4 FREE AMPED UP CONCERT SERIES Enjoy a free community concert or check out the pickleball mixer at the Sawyer Point Tennis Courts. There will be shows on June 4 & 26; the June 4 concert will feature Swan and the June 26 show will feature The Vicarious. Schott Amphitheater, 705 East Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati; 7:30 p.m.; 513-357-2604 or cincinnatiparks. com.

BEYOND BALLET (register)

Spend the evening with music legends; there will be an induction ceremony at 6 p.m. followed by a legendary concert at 7 p.m. Tower Park, 900 South Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas; ftthomas.org/events.

Little dancers can join Mrs. Kristin from Beyond Ballet Kids for a ballet and creative movement class. Lilypad Play, 2008 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 10:30 or 11 a.m.; $15 per class, includes the day of play as well; 513-321-1379 or lilypadplay.com.

FREE OUTDOOR EVENT: LEGOS IN THE LIBRARY

HOLLYWOOD DRIVE-IN THEATER

Use some imagination and creativity to make a unique robotic design! Recommended for kiddos ages 6 - 12, feel free to bring and build with your own Lego. Madeira Branch, 7200 Miami Ave., Cincinnati; 3 - 4 p.m.; 513-369-6028 or cincinnatilibrary. org.

FREE POP-UPS IN THE PARK Spend some time in the parks of Blue Ash and grab a pre-packaged activity! June 3, Oakwood Park (11110 Kemper Ave.), June 10, Hunt Park (9385 Floral Ave.), June 17, Nature Park (4335 Glendale Milford Road). 10 - 11:30 a.m.; facebook.com/blueashrecreation.

FREE ROCKIN’ THE ROEBLING Enjoy a free concert, hosted by Cincinnati Parks and Moerlein Lager House. June 3: Erin Coburn; June 10: Johnny Fink & The Intrusion; June 17: Brother Smith; June 24: Dangerous Jim & the Slims. Schmidlapp

Head to Hollywood for a fun drive-in experience. Full movie lineup and showtimes will be released online; please see website for details. New this year! Grab some movie snacks from the concession trailer. Hollywood Drive-In, 1538 Cedar Ave., Cincinnati; 9:15 p.m.; $25 per car; 513-654-3211 or hollywooddriveintheater.com.

FREE LUNCHBOOKS Pack a picnic and find a shady spot for family story time. A microphoned Cincinnati Public librarian will read different stories weekly on Fridays through August 6; program is weather dependent. Springfield Township Arts Center, 9158 Winton Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-522-2108 or theartsconnect.us.

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FREE CITY FLEA 2021 Head down to OTR for this wonderful market featuring unique, local vendors. Families can grab a bite from a food truck and kids will definitely want to spend some time at the fun playground. Washington Park, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. 4 p.m.; thecityflea.com.

FREE MUSIC AT THE ESPLANADE Grab a quick meal from a food truck and enjoy a community concert with the family. Featuring Union Son on June 5 and Acoustic Abuse on June 19. Castellini Esplanade, West Mehring Way, Cincinnati; 513-3572604 or cincinnatiparks.com.

FREE UNION TOWNSHIP SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Families can enjoy a fun evening concert: June 5 - 3: Day Rule; June 12: Model Behavior; June 19: Sycamore Community Band. Union Township Civic Center Amphitheater, 4350 Aicholtz Road, Cincinnati, 8 - 10 p.m.; 513752-1741 or union-township.oh.us/ concerts.

sun 6 FREE ALL THINGS LOCAL: ART ON VINE Families can find their way to Fountain Square for a fun day of local fine art and handmade goods at this outdoor market. Reds fans can sit back and watch the game on the big screen! Fountain Square, 520 Vine St., Cincinnati; 12 - 6 p.m.; artonvinecincy.com.

FAIRY HOUSE BUILDING IN THE NATURE PLAYSCAPE (register) Kid-nature-architects will natural materials to construct whatever their imaginations can dream up. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 1 - 2 p.m.; included with daily admission, $9 adults, $4 children; free for members; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

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thu 10 CHIPPIE’S SENSATIONAL SCIENCE LAB: SEA TURTLES AND THE OCEANS (register) Preschoolers will learn all about amazing sea turtles through hands-on STEAM activities. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 1 p.m.; in-person cost: admission $9 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, free for members + $3 lab fee for all; virtual cost: $5 non-member/ free for members + $3 lab fee for all; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum. org.

FAMILY CAMPFIRES AT THE J The whole family can head to the J for a night of fun including a campfire, s’mores and games. Bring a chair, masks and get ready for a fun (and socially distanced) night under the stars. Mayerson JCC Baseball Fields, 8485 Ridge Ave., Cincinnati; 7 - 8:30 p.m.; $6 public, $3 J members; 513722-7245 or mayersonjcc.org/ programs/youth-family-events.

NATURE’S FIREWORKS! A FIREFLY EVENING PROGRAM (register) Take a leisurely hike to learn about fireflies. Program available June 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 or 25. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 9 p.m.; $11 non-members, includes daily admission; $6 members; 513-8311711 or cincynature.org.

FREE THURSDAY ART PLAY: ROCK PARTY (register) Kids will create mosaics with tiny colorful stones, paint some rock bugs and decorate a rock-collection holding bag. Washington Park’s Porch, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; contemporaryartscenter.org.

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fri 11 FREE BIKE RODEO (register) Kids ages 4 - 12 can learn all about bike safety with lots of fun activities, contests and learning stations. Children should bring their own bikes and helmets; there will be a helmet giveaway! Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mount Hope Road, Harrison; 1 - 3 p.m.; 513-367-4774 or greatparks.org.

CHARM AT THE FARM VINTAGE MARKET Browse wonderfully one-ofa-kind vintage finds, rustic treasures, antique furniture and so much more at Charm at the Farm! VIP hours Friday 4 - 8 p.m., June 12: early bird 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., general admission 1 - 4 p.m.; June 13: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Charm at the Farm, 4953 Bunnell Hill Road, Lebanon; $8 - $18, free for ages 12 and younger; see website for details; charmatthefarm.com/events.

FAMILY SUNSET SAFARI – GOODNIGHT ZOO (register) Join the zoo as they say “good night” to some daytime animals and “good morning” to those starting their night shift with up-close encounters and hiking the zoo. For families with children 5 years and older; one adult must register per family group. Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; 6 - 9 p.m.; $35 - $50; 513559-7767 or cincinnatizoo.org/ education/kids-families/familynights.

FITTON ON THE HILL: YACHT ROCK SHOW ”The Just Strange Brothers” kickoff this summer series with yacht rock (pp classics from the 70s and 80s). Pyramid Hill, 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton; 7 p.m.; $33 non-members, $27 Fitton members; 513-863-8873 ext. 110 or fittoncenter.org/fittonon-the-hill. 22 june 2021

Family Sunset Safari takes place on the 11th — come say, “Night, Night” to the daytime animals.

GOODNIGHT FIREFLIES (register) Hear an evening story outside while watching the fireflies! Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; available June 11, 18 or 25; 7:30 p.m.; $10 non-members, includes daily admission, $5 members; 513831-1711 or cincynature.org.

sat 12 FREE BIRDING HIKE AT SALAMANDER RUN PRESERVE (register) Visit Salamander Run Preserve for an outing led by Randy Morgan, who has identified over 100 species in this park over the past two years. Register to see what species will be discovered today! Salamander Run Preserve, 4821 Layhigh Road, Hamilton; 9 - 11 a.m.; valid vehicle permit required to enter park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.

FREE BUBBLE ART (register) Have some bubbly fun outside while learning about color combinations and how different bubble tools make different bubble art shapes and sizes. Delhi Township, 5095 Foley Road,

Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513369-6019 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

DISCOVERY DAY There are plenty of discoveries to be made during this fun event including learning about Ice Age fossils, Native American culture, pioneer life, birds of prey, pottery demonstrations, crafts, atlatl and tomahawk throwing and so much more! Big Bone Lick State Historic Site, 3380 Beaver Road, Union; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $3 per person, free for ages 5 and younger; 859-384-3522 or parks.ky.gov/union/events/events/ discovery-day.

MAKE A HIKING STICK (register) Choose a pre-harvested honeysuckle branch and craft it into a customized hiking stick; then take it for a spin on one of the Cincinnati Nature Center’s beautiful hiking trails. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 8:30 or 10:30 a.m.; $14, includes daily admission; $7 members; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

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outdoors to Summit Park; families will enjoy browsing a variety of businesses, artisans, brewers, bakers and farmers during this unique shopping experience. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; shop small and support local businesses; theoffmarket.org.

FREE SOLAR FUN (register) Discover why the sun is so important for Planet Earth by building a “solar oven” and through a live animal demonstration, too. Huffman Park, 2100 John Gray Road, Fairfield; 2 - 3 p.m.; valid vehicle permit required to enter park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks. net.

U-PICK LAVENDER (register) Spend time in the fields gathering a bundle of fresh lavender, then visit the gift store for lavender lemonade and shortbread cookies. Reservations available June 12, 19, 20, 26, 27; and July 2 and 3. The Lavender Field, 3929 Smith Road, Mentor; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $5 per reservation, U-pick lavender $10

per bundle of fresh lavender; 513-674-8509 or thelavenderfield. com.

mon 14 FREE STORY TIME AT BOONE COUNTY NATURE CENTER (register) Hop like a frog and wiggle like a worm while exploring the world with books and rhyme! After story time, enjoy an outdoor nature walk. Boone County Nature Center, 6028 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington; 10 a.m.; 859342-2665 or bcpl.org.

tue 15 FREE OUTDOOR ART: AMERICAN GIRL TEA PARTY Explore the world of the American Girl, Addy, with crafts and activities. Madeira Branch, 7200 Miami Ave., Cincinnati; 2 - 2:45 p.m.; 513-369-6028 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

TOT TUESDAYS: HOT AIR BALLOONS (virtual + register) Little ones can learn about sky-soarers through stories and crafts! Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $9 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, free for members + $1 craft fee for all; virtual admission: $5 nonmember households, free for members + $1 craft fee (families pick up supplies at BC Museum or can opt to supply their own craft supplies at no cost); 859491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

wed 16 FREE TOYOTA PRESENTS SUMMIT CINEMA Grab a spot on the great lawn and get ready for a fun outdoor movie-night with the family. See Summit Park website for up-todate movie titles. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash; 7:30 p.m.; movies begin at dusk; summitparkblueash.com.

thu 17 MUSIC @ BCM 2021 (register) Devou Park is the destination for some live tunes on Thursday evenings; weekly concerts will showcase a variety of musical styles like bluegrass, country, Latin, jazz, rock and more. Devou Park, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 6 - 9 p.m.; $5 adults, free for children; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

FREE SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL Enjoy a free community concert, featuring the Middle Aged Man Band. Ault Park, 5090 Observatory Ave., Cincinnati; 6 - 10 p.m.; 513-357-2604 or cincinnatiparks.com.

FREE THURSDAY ART PLAY: FATHER’S DAY ON FLEEK (register) Young artists can drop by Thursday Art Play to make some special art for their wonderful dads, step dads or grandpas! Washington Park’s Porch, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 10:30 11:30 a.m.; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryarts.org.

full of shamrock shenanigans, music, shopping, food and drinks. Renaissance Park, Ohio 73, Waynesville, Oh; 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; $15 for 13+, free for ages 12 and younger; celticfestohio. com.

DEMO DERBY Join YnW Productions and The Alexandria Fair and Horse Show as they present an evening of smash’em, crash’em demo derby fun! Alexandria Fairgrounds, 100 Fairground Road, Alexandria; 7:30 - 11:45 p.m.; $7 per person, free for ages 4 and younger; or facebook.com/ynwdemoderby.

MUD BALL THROWING IN THE NATURE PLAYSCAPE (register) Join the Cincy Nature Center to throw some mud balls in the PlayScape. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 10 - 11 a.m.; included with daily admission, $9 adults, $4 children; free for members; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

PYRAMID HILL PRESENTS THE WILKS INSURANCE FISHING DERBY Bring a rod, pack a picnic and celebrate Dad with a fun day of art and fishing! Children ages 5 - 13 can participate in a catchand-release fishing tournament; there will be three age groups and prizes being awarded to the child with the most fish and the biggest fish. Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-868-1234 or pyramidhill.org/fishing-derby.

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Happy Father’s Day FREE KIDS MYSTERY FISH CHALLENGE (register) Kids 16 and younger can try to catch a tagged fish for a trophy! All participants receive a derby button and every child who catches a fish will receive a certificate. Participants must bring their own equipment; bait will be available for purchase. Woodland Mound, 8250 Old (Please turn the page)

fri 18 FITTON FAMILY FRIDAY MADCAP PLAYERS’ JACK AND THE GENTLE GIANT See “Things to Do” opener on page 19. FREE POP-UP PARTY AT THE PLAZA Families can enjoy music, vendors and food trucks during this pop-up party at the plaza; grown-ups can also grab a drink from Braxton Beer. Fort Thomas Plaza, 90 Alexandria Pike, Fort Thomas; 6 - 9 p.m.; ftthomas.org/events.

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THINGS TO DO Kellogg Road, Cincinnati; 9 - 11 a.m.; valid vehicle pass required to enter park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

thu 24 FULL MOON WALK (register) Hit the trails at night and enjoy the full moon, natural history moments and special readings. Recommended for adults and ages 8 and older. June’s night sky will feature a Raspberry Moon at Long Branch Farm & Trails; 6926 Gaynor Road, Goshen, Oh; 9 10:30 p.m.; $10 non-members, includes daily admission, $5 members; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

FREE THURSDAY ART PLAY: HELLO SUMMER (register) Celebrate all things summer with the CAC; kiddos can decorate sunglasses, design beach balls and even paint with

ice during this week’s program. Washington Park’s Porch, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 10:30 11:30 a.m.; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

fri 25 PRINCESS PARTY (register) Tiny dancers can learn Hawaiian moves from Moana during the perfect princess party. Milk & Beans, 574 Buttermilk Pike, Crescent Springs; 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.; $35 per child; 859-360-0257 or milkandbeans.net.

SHEN YUN 2021 Embark on a theatrical journey featuring all-original orchestral work and lavish backdrops; audiences can explore 5,000 years of traditional Chinese culture and heritage through stories, dance and music. Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati; 7:30 p.m.; tickets starting at $83.75; 513-621-2787 or cincinnatiarts.org/events/detail/ shen-yun.

ZOO LA LA (register) Get ready for this wildly entertaining night of fun! Animalloving adults, head to Zoo La La and party with a purpose; enjoy food sampling, libations, live entertainment and even meet animal ambassadors. Capacity will be limited and masks are required to be worn. Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; 7:30 p.m.; $100 per person; 513-281-4700 or cincinnatizoo.org/events/zoola-la.

sat 26 FREE ARTS WAVE: ENJOY THE ARTS @ PARKS Enjoy the region’s parks and catch local performing artists the last Saturday of each month. Enjoy the Arts @ Parks is presented by Macy’s. Glenwood Gardens, 10397 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati; 1 - 5 p.m.; 513-6320121 or artswave.org/impact/ events/enjoy-the-arts-@-parks.

sun 27 FROYO FUNDRAISER Take a break from the summer heat with a sweet treat from Menchie’s at Harper’s Station! Enjoy delicious froyo with friends. Every bite makes a difference with part of the proceeds going toward the J. 11397 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati; 2 p.m.; buy froyo and support the J; 513722-7245 or mayersonjcc.org/ programs/youth-family-events.

tue 29 KNOCK KNOCK, WHO’S THERE? DISCOVERY AT THE NATURE NOOK (register) Explore what creatures have lived in the nook during a 10-20 minute mini-program led by a Nature Center staff member. Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 1 p.m.; included with daily admission, $9 adults, $4 children, free for members; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

FREE STORYWALK AT CENTRAL PARK & ARBORETUM (register) Read a picture book displayed on signs along a walking path and get moving with fun activities listed on the signs. Central Park & Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Road, Union; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.

Shen Yun will take you on a theatrical journey with lavish costumes and sets at the Aronoff Center on the 25th.

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