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kids’ health Home solutions for common summer-time problems.

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here’s plenty of fun and learning to be had in your own backyard this summer if you’re brave enough to go outside in the heat. Kids are. Put sunscreen on them first then let them go — here are fun ideas to share to get started:

Listen to a cricket symphony Catch a few crickets and place them in a screened container. Crickets make their music by rubbing comb-like structures (called “files”) against a rough surface on their front wings. The males chirp in the evening — I guess they’re whistling at the females!

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Fill a pan with cool water and take it outside. Let kids dip their feet in the water then walk on your sidewalk. Quickly trace the feet with chalk. Or, simply hose down your sidewalk and allow the kids to draw on it with chalk. Make a hopscotch court!

I Spy a Cloud ... Lie on a blanket on the grass on a pretty day (faces in the shade of a tree!) and study the clouds. What do they look like? Take turns guessing which cloud looks like ... oh, say ... a flying turtle or some such!

Trace shadows Place a tablet of paper on the ground under a small plant, flower or other item. Trace around the shadow on your paper. Repeat the process throughout the day to see how shadows move as the sun does.

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My son absolutely loves his doctor and even calls him his friend. I truly agree. He talks to my son and asks him questions and listens and responds to my sons answers. He not only listens (not just pretends to) but he genuinely cares, not only about the child but the family as a whole. He goes over everything, head to toe, inside and out and takes the time to ask you questions about your child that have to do with every day life, not just his health. While I already knew there was not a better pediatrician anywhere, it was proven to me the day I took my son in on a Monday and he had been sick over the weekend. I mentioned having been a little worried about him and the doctor asked why I hadn’t called in to the after-hours line, and I said I didn’t want to bother them on a weekend over a minor fever etc. He said if I was worried about my son, he wasn’t doing his job. That has stuck with me ever since and I appreciated that more than he could ever know. Jeanette Ridener

Dr. Greenhill and staff are top notch! My kids love to go to the dentist and Dr. Greenhill’s office makes it fun while providing excellent care! Joy Suwinski

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Jordan Hsu, M.D. Pediatric Associates, Crestview Hills Hands down, Dr. Hsu is the man! He is always smiling and positive. He makes a doctor visit less stressful on the kids with his wonderful personality! Amy Novak

and we want to hear who you would choose. Cast your vote today for our 2012 list at: cincinnatifamilymagazine. com/favorite-docs-of-2012.

Bruce Allen, M.D. Hyde Park Medical Arts Building Dr. Allen went above and beyond duty when it came to the birth of my second child and my health afterward. I was very sick after giving birth and whenever I needed him, Dr. Allen was there. He didn’t stop looking for what was ailing me and even to this day, four years later, he still takes the best care of me and I can call him with any questions/concerns I have. His office has a pleasant setting and his staff is WONDERFUL! Christina Thompson

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ur nation’s big day is a great time to celebrate, but you can make it even more meaningful by joining a 5K run and walk in memory of 6-year-old Tony Merk, who lost his three-year battle with cancer last Independence Day. The event kicks off at the Colerain Township Government Complex (4200 Springdale Road) at 8:15 a.m. with a Flag Ceremony, followed by a chip-timed walk/run, with awards for top finishers. A free Superhero Sprint for little ones will follow, along with refreshments, a fun zone, and emceeing from Channel 5 Sportscaster George Vogel. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Pray Hope Believe Foundation, founded by Tony’s parents, and which raises funds for pediatric brain cancer research and support. Individuals and families can register online at prayhopebelieve.org.

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ust because we don’t live in New York City doesn’t mean you can’t take your kids to The Met! The Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning Summer Encore performances of Live in HD continue this month at select local movie theatres (and across the nation). Spectacular operas you can see this month (in high definition that promises to astonish) include Offenbach’s Les Contes D’Hoffman (Wednesday, July 11); Donzetti’s Lucia Di Lammermoor (Wednesday, July 18) and Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier (Wednesday, July 25). Several local movie houses are participating in Live in HD; tickets for the three-hour operas are $12.50. For a complete list of participating theatres, head to fathomevents.com/performingarts/series/MetSummerEncores2012. aspx. Click on the opera you’re interested in, then click on “Click Here” for participating theatres. You will be able to purchase tickets by entering your zip code.

e’s here in Cincinnati! Help celebrate Waldo’s 25th anniversary with a citywide scavenger hunt. Waldo will visit 20 different businesses all month long, from Park + Vine to The Spotted Goose. Participants can pick up a “Find Waldo in Cincinnati!” search list from the blue manatee children’s bookstore (3054 Madison Road) or download the list from bluemanateebooks. com. Then, start collecting an “I Found Waldo at …” card for each Waldo spotted around town! Bring 16 or more cards to blue manatee and enter to win one of the many prizes that will be drawn at a special Waldo party on July 31 at 6:30 p.m., including a Grand Prize of a complete six-volume set of Waldo books. For more details, call the blue manatee at 513-731-2665 or email kgleiner@bluemanateebooks.com. (please turn the page)

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ight along with long and lazy days come sunburns, bug bites, and itching and scratching. Hit the kitchen pantry for home remedies recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and everydayhealth. com to cure and fend off minor boo-boos — but be smart! If symptoms don’t improve, or seem to get worse, call your pediatrician.

OATMEAL An oatmeal bath can help soothe several ailments, including sunburn, rashes and bug bites. Grind a cup of regular or quick-cooking oatmeal until it’s pretty fine and then dump it into a bath of lukewarm water. Rinse off thoroughly and pat dry.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR AND YOUR CREDIT CARD For a bee sting, use the edge of a credit card (or fingernail) to scrape out the stinger. Once that’s done, soak the area in apple cider vinegar to relieve swelling, or just apply an ice pack for about 20 minutes.

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Did you know that baking soda has astringent qualities? Next time a bug takes a bite out of your crew, make a paste of baking soda and water and gently apply. Baking soda is also great for those suffering from a heat rash — just add a few tablespoons to the bath.

Take a few steps to prevent common summer ailments:

GINGER Enjoy a bit too much summer BBQ? Ginger, whether fresh or brewed into a tea, can help settle a tempestuous tummy.

HONEY Honey can act like an antibiotic cream if you don’t have any handy. Just dab on a bit of the sweet stuff and cover with a bandage.

MILK AND TEA When kids are itching from exposure to poison ivy, a compress soaked in cold milk rather than plain old water might be just the ticket. Or, try applying a moistened tea bag to itchy skin (use black or green tea). A green tea compress also works well for relieving sunburns.

• For heat rash, limit physical activity on super hot and humid days, wear loose cotton clothing, and stick to the shade. • Keep little ones’ fingernails short to prevent infection from scratching at bites and rashes. • If kids have been in the woods, check them for ticks. If you find one, remove it with tweezers but save it in a plastic sandwich bag. If a rash develops at the tick bite spot, your doctor can analyze that bad boy to see if it carries Lyme disease. • The AAP recommends avoiding insect repellents containing DEET on infants two months and younger, and using repellents sparingly on children over two months. Parents should steer clear of sunscreens that contain insect repellents, since sunscreen needs to be re-applied throughout the day, while insect repellents should only be applied once.

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• Going camping? Add plenty of garlic to a meal you serve to your family prior to your trip — insects will be repelled by the odor in your sweat (unfortunately, your fellow campers might be as well)!

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ALISSA DELUCIO says, “Run vinegar on poison ivy areas … cuts through the oil and helps dry it up. Vinegar is also great on sunburn … helps remove the heat factor. LYDIA BLAKE-REYNOLDS says, “Baking soda and water (enough to turn it into a paste) works really well on stings. Seems to take down swelling and calms the skin plus it’s supposed to draw the stinger out.” JULIA GINNOCCHIO LUNIEWSKI says, “I use Thieves Oil on poison ivy. I use a homemade blend of essential oils to deter bugs — they strongly dislike cedar, lavender and rosemary. I grow the fragrant herbs near all the doors into our home. I don’t have any tricks post-sting, but calendula helps with most skin problems, irritations and rashes. I make cherry pit packs for booboos. The cherry pits keep cold for three hours so it helps with swelling.”

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young girl and her little brother ran past the fragrant trellis cascading with tiny, white, star-shaped flowers. “Look mommy! They’re here. They’re still here!” The mother lifted the kid-sized bikes from the curb at the edge of the butterfly park. “Yep. Right where we left them.” The comfortable feeling that it’s OK to leave bikes and belongings unattended, the relaxed pace of a small town, and the beauty of charming streetscapes in a fairy-tale setting make Rosemary Beach a perfect place for families. Established in 1995, Rosemary Beach is located on Florida’s panhandle and is about a 12-hour drive from Cincinnati, or a convenient flight through the two-year-old Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport located in Panama City Beach. Rental units include anything from hotel rooms, to condos that comfortably sleep six, to houses for extended family and friends. Beach-front and gulf-view places come at a premium price, but the community’s old world appeal assures beautiful views of flowers, trees, parks, and picturesque buildings no matter where you are in Rosemary Beach. And distance isn’t really a problem. Residents and visitors seldom need their cars in this small town. Most people bring bikes or rent them at the Bamboo Bicycle Company, that offers adult and kid-sized bikes, along with kid trailers and more. It’s also pleasant to walk through the area, enjoying the fitness trail that winds along boardwalks throughout the community, or strolling along the cobblestone streets, past shops, restaurants, fountains, and gardens on the way to the beach. And the beach is worth the walk or ride. Accessed with a passcode, the private beach is uncrowded. Chairs, sidetables and spacious umbrellas are available for a fee, but you’re welcome to bring your own, or to spread out blankets or towels. Adventurous souls can also rent catamarans, kayaks and surfboards, and even sign up for “Sea School” and learn to surf, sail, kayak and skim board. But I loved just relaxing on the sparkling white sand, and watching

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the gulf’s waves roll, collapse on themselves, and spread their gentle fingers of white foam. I also took advantage of complimentary court time at the racquet club, and even signed up for a group tennis lesson. Since I hadn’t really played since my youngest child was born, I felt a little nervous, but it was a great experience. I joined three others for the lesson, and the pro, Mike, was able to pinpoint and improve each of our weaknesses, praise our strengths, and help us move at our own pace. The club features eight fast-dry, clay tennis courts and even offers a “match” making service. After tennis, I was ready for a dip in one of the resort’s four pools. I relaxed at “The Cabana Pool,” named for its cabana-style dressing rooms. It welcomes families with its separate children’s pool, and adjoining playground. There’s also the heated indoor/outdoor “Sky Pool,” with motorized panels that can open or close, depending on the weather; “The Barbados Pool,” designed in a French West Indies architectural style; and the “The Coquina Pool,” located beach-side, with a negative-edge. Tennis and swimming work up an appetite, and Rosemary Beach has plenty of restaurants. Choose from fine dining choices, like Edwards, to the relaxed, yet gourmet, Summer Kitchen, to the ultra-simple hot dog stands. You can also save money by stocking up at Publix, about a five-minute drive away. Many other attractions are also a short drive away, including bike trails, bays and beaches, and several parks. At Eden Gardens State Park, I toured the beautiful Wesley Mansion, a southern gem, reminiscent of “Gone With the Wind.” It showcases a collection of Louis XVI furniture that is the second largest in the United States. After the tour, I strolled through the meandering gardens, relaxed on a bench overlooking Tucker Bayou, and witnessed a wedding with the mansion, reflective pond, and fountain as a backdrop: the perfect ending to my vacation at Rosemary Beach, and its fairytale-like setting. J 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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There are so many things to tend to with a baby — feeding, sleeping ... oh, and all that stuff!

Pre-Baby Budget Beyond your rent or mortgage, car payment and utility bills, what do you spend on a weekly basis? Keep an expense journal for 30 days. You may have to eat at home more often to pay for all those diapers and tweak your budget to adjust for other needed items. Pre-Baby Expenses What do you REALLY need for your baby? Check on Craigslist or ebay for hardly used items (but be aware of recall items). Also, keep in mind that babies grow fast so don’t overspend on infant wear.

Protect my skin from the sun with a 50 or higher SPF sunscreen that’s labeled “Broad-Spectrum” and plop a hat on my head, too. Please don’t ever, ever leave me by myself in a car or in water.

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top 10 new parent issues CRYING

While hunger is the most obvious reason for a newborn’s cry, it’s not always the reason. Often infants just need to be held, or are uncomfortable in some way. Many techniques can help soothe a baby including singing, walking, cuddling or changing the environment. Discover the “5 S’s of Soothing” developed by Dr. Harvey Karp in his bestseller, The Happiest Baby on the Block, and search it on YouTube for valuable videos.

DEVELOPMENT

The Halo SleepSack In 1991, prior to the Back-to-Sleep Campaign that launched in 1992, William Schmid and his wife lost their firstborn to SIDS. Bill Schmid went on to develop the wearable sleep sack to encourage safer sleep for infants and to bring peace of mind to parents. The HALO SleepSack is now the number one choice of hospitals across the nation. Learn more and shop for one at halosleep.com.

At some point during your baby’s first three months, he”ll be able to raise his head, follow moving objects with his eyes, focus on faces, begin to notice his own hands, and even learn to give his first social smiles. Check out the American Academy of Pediatric’s (AAP) developmental milestones from birth to 3 months at healthychildren. org.

DIAPERING

The amount of wet diapers your newborn has depends on whether he’s formula or breastfed, but on average, newborns will have 8 to10 wet diapers per day. Baby’s stool will change significantly from the first meconium stools to a seedy yellowish stool for breastfed babies and greenish stools for formula-fed babies. Prevent diaper rash by keeping baby’s skin clean and dry and applying petroleum jelly after each change.

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General Care

Only sponge bathe newborns until the umbilical cord falls off and (for circumcised boys) until the circumcision has healed. Keep the umbilical cord clean and dry and gently clean around the base area with rubbing alcohol on a cotton swab a few times a day. You’ll be given instructions for care following your baby’s birth. In general, for Baby’s good health, be sure that anyone who handles him washes his hands first.

GOOD PARENT?

According to William Sears, M.D., author of more than 30 parenting books and a leading proponent of the attachment parenting philosophy of parenting, the key attribute of a good parent is responsiveness. If you are responsive to your baby’s cues, even if you sometimes can’t figure out what he wants or needs, you’ll be a good enough parent, as long as you care and try.

SIDS

The incidence of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) has decreased more than 50 percent with the AAP’s “Back to Sleep” campaign. Always place Baby on his back to sleep, use a firm sleep surface, keep loose bedding and other soft objects such as stuffed animals and toys out of the crib and schedule and attend all well-child visits.

Sleep

Your baby will be examined in the hospital first then at the doctor’s office around two-four days old, then again at one-to-two weeks old, 1 month old, and 2 months old. Baby will be monitored for length, weight and head circumference on a growth chart and an immunization schedule will be established.

According to the AAP, the average newborn spends about 16 hours a day sleeping, but it varies by baby. Full feeding sessions help babies sleep longer. New parents are advised to follow an eat, wake, sleep pattern for their newborns. The first three months of a new baby’s life will cause sleep deprivation for new parents since newborns require around the clock feeding sessions.

EATING

Temperature

From birth, formula-fed babies will eat every three hours while breastfed babies will eat more often at every two-and-a-half hours. Breastmilk is easier for babies to digest, so their stomachs are ready for more sooner. Anticipate an average of eight-12 feeding sessions per day for newborns.

When you’re concerned that your baby feels feverish, the AAP advises obtaining a rectal temperature with a digital thermometer for accuracy. Other options are not as accurate and accuracy is important with infants. Call the doctor for a fever of 100.4 degrees or higher. (please turn the page)

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When you’re a parent, the loss of your father or mother while you’re raising young children can be devastating. Keep cherished family stories alive and find the extra support you need if your parents are no longer with you.

n desperation, I handed my keys to a “nice enough” looking stranger, accompanied by a brief explanation before I cut through traffic on foot. I could not believe I abandoned my car on the side of the road, but as I saw it, I had no choice. It was Memorial Day and a beautiful morning for a parade. As the daughter of a firefighter, I have always loved parades, but this particular morning my father lay dying in a private room at Hospice. The parade route blocked my access to him, so crossing through I barely noticed everyone’s smiling faces. I cannot recall ever feeling so hindered. I had been with Dad all night as he worsened and was transferred from my parents’ home to Hospice. By 5 a.m. I knew my infant would be waking soon and that I needed to go home. While the stress of the past month had dwindled my milk supply, both in terms of my output and freezer storage, I was determined to keep breastfeeding and wanted to be home when she woke. Struggling with the expectations of my role as a daughter, versus my role as a mother, when I left my dad in the wee hours I knew in my heart it could be the last time I ever saw him alive, though he barely knew it as my sister and I whispered our tearful good-byes to him.

In Grief, With Children Many months after Dad died — after the restless nights, the vivid dreams featuring him alive and smiling, and after beating myself up for not taking a more proactive role in battling his cancer — I could contemplate my loss and sometimes control my tears. But the day my daughter turned 3, and the moment my 1-year-old started pointing her index finger to meet a loved one’s — just like her big sister did with my (please turn the page)

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Dad at that age — those were the times I was unable to move beyond missing him. My tears flowed freely, and my toddler asked if I was sad because I missed Granddad. What she doesn’t realize is that I miss him for her and for her sister. It is my children’s loss I mourn the most. I understand parents should predecease their children, but this knowledge does not make it any easier. If your parent dies while your own children are still young (or yet to be), the loss is multiplied; for then you are no longer “simply” suffering your own loss, you are mindfully mourning the loss of a grandparent for your children, as well. At 2-and-a-half and 6 months, my girls were too young to know him; they will not have memories of him, except for those I help create. I selfishly yearn for ten extra years so they could know him for all his faults, quirky jokes and honor.

A Changing Demographic The unfortunate truth is our children no longer have their lifetimes to establish a relationship with their grandparents. Many of us will parent our children without one, or both, of our own parents. Allison Gilbert explains in her book Parentless Parents: How the Loss of Our Mothers and Fathers Impacts the Way We Raise Our Children that while our life-expectancy is increasing, it is not keeping pace with the rising number of babies born to women age 35 and over. “For the first time in U.S. history, millions of children (and their parents) are actually vulnerable to having less time with their grandparents than more,” writes Gilbert. This is a true loss: not only in terms of trustworthy childcare for doubleincome families, but also in sharing knowledge, from family genealogy to skills like quilting, sailing or fishing. For those of us without a parent or parents, we must take on the responsibility of actively communicating aspects of that person’s life with our children. We begin by sharing photos and stories, but when our kids’ eyes gloss over, we need to take a new approach. “If you have some tangible things that were special to you from or because of your parents, sit with your child and tell them about it,” says “parentless parent” Hildi Cornwell, whose mother died when she was 14, and father when she was 26. “I told [my son] about my homemade pound puppies and we played with my purple pinewood derby car together a lot.” Gilbert also suggests taking “Grandparent Field Trips” to Grandpa’s workplace, or Grandma’s hometown, so your children can actually experience them. Or, layering photos so your children can see what physical attributes they take from their grandparents. Another suggestion is writing letters to your child from his grandparent. As Gilbert points out, no matter how many parenting books you read, they can’t supply the answers to a parent’s eternal question, “Was I like that?” We might take for granted the grandparent’s story beginning with, “When your Mom was your age …” but for parents without parents, these stories are gold. Gilbert suggests maintaining communication with your parents’ friends, neighbors, coworkers, and other family members — anyone who can relate stories to your kids, as your parents would have. Those stories are as much for you, as they are for your children. “I still desperately need to be parented, too,” says Jessica Minor, who was 21 when her mother died. “My mother would search my eyes and know just what to say to point me in the right direction. She had a gift for drawing out the best in people, and I feel like I need her more than ever at this stage in my life.” A mother to two young daughters, Minor adds, “I grieve daily that I am not able

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to navigate these early years of parenthood with her; all the ins and outs, ups and downs.”

Becoming Your Own Parent With your own parents gone, you can’t expect your spouse or your in-laws to take on the role of parenting you, because their roles are already defined. “I must do the things I think my parents would have urged me to do for myself,” writes Gilbert, citing working out, spending time with friends, or going for a walk. “No one is saying that my kids don’t need things and that my husband isn’t rightfully in need of whatever his needs are at that particular time. But my job alone — one no one else can take care of — is making sure that the voice that takes care of me, is equally loud.” Just as there is no time frame for grief, there is also no way to predict when it will strike the hardest. I knew all of “the firsts” would be difficult, but my mood would plummet when I could not predict a certain memory would surface. That’s when it’s most helpful to have a network of friends. If you prefer cyber support, you can join the Parentless Parents group on Facebook, which Gilbert helps moderate. Also, in response to her book, Gilbert has helped establish chapters of Parentless Parents support groups across the United States. If you’d like help organizing a chapter, you can email her at allison@allisongilbert.com. Parents don’t get bereavement time. But we do get a sisterhood: a beloved cousin who holds your screaming baby through the final salute at a funeral, or a new friend of your daughter’s, whose mother becomes one too, having recognized a common loss, or all the people who come out of the woodwork to tell you they are there for you. It is not just a saying; they are. When we are suffering, they are there to hold our hands, or our car keys, at precisely the right moment. And for that act of kindness, we appreciate them, always. Kara Benken Garrod is a local writer and mom of two.

Where Can I Find Help?

he death of a parent’s parent, whether unanticipated or long expected, elicits grief. Locally, people can find help through The Goldstein Family Hospice of Cincinnati and Fernside Grief Center (fernside.org). Though the administrative offices are housed in Blue Ash, support groups meet at five different locations throughout the city. All of Fernside’s services are free of charge. “It can be very helpful to share your experiences with your peers, and that’s true for both children and adults,” says Vicky Ott, executive director at Fernside. When explaining death to your children, Ott urges the use of specific language. Say things like, “the body stopped working and he died,” rather than, “they are sleeping and they won’t ever wake up,” which can yield sleep issues for young children. “To pretend it did not happen, or it is not going to happen, is not helpful,” Ott adds.

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Mercy Health HealthPlex Anderson • Fairfield • Western Hills 513-942-7539 • MercyHealthPlex.com A three-month family membership including access to Anderson, Fairfield, and Western Hills, childcare, group and aquatic fitness classes, and access to the best fitness professionals. Jelly Bean Junction 533 Clough Pike • 513-528-3333 1313 Ohio Pike, Amelia • 513-753-1500 820 St. Rt. 50, Milford • 513-576-1133 5994 Winton Road, Fairfield • 513-939-1876 3277 Montgomery Road, Loveland • 513-683-3400 jellybeanjunction.com Win one of two gift certificates to Babies R Us worth $50!

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YMCA of Greater Cincinnati 513-362-9622 • myy.org Win a summer family membership to any Greater Cincinnati YMCA. Enjoy a healthy lifestyle – choose from fitness centers, indoor/outdoor water sports and kid/adult activities.

Best Home Furnishings/Treehouse Kids 35 Tri-County Pkwy. 513-671-7750 • treehousekidsco.com Rock your little one in style and comfort with a Best Chairs Storytime Glider from Treehouse Kids and Best Home Furnishings. See the chair at besthf.com/best/Storytime/ Recliners/items/TRYP.

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Go 2 Grow Gymnastics 4325 Red Bank Road 513-746-8571 • go2growgymnastics.com Win a $50 gift certificate to use toward any class or preschool activity program. Watch your child bloom and grow!

Rhea Lana Consignment 513-502-5533 • rhealana.com Win one of 2 $25 gift certificates for our semi-annual children’s consignment event focused on connecting families. Cincinnati Mall, September 2012.

Indianapolis Zoo/Indianapolis Children’s Museum Indyzoo.com • childrensmuseum.org The Family Fun Adventure Package offered through the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and Indianapolis Zoo, provides the perfect opportunity to get away for less while still enjoying amenities close to home

Riley School of Irish Music PO Box 9502, Cincinnati OH 45209 513-549-3780 • rileyirishmusic.com Win a half-off camp gift cer tificate or music album. Offering instruction in traditional Irish music on a variety of instruments to students 6 to 60 (and beyond).

Orange Leaf Hyde Park 3802 Paxton Ave. 513-321-0898 Win one of ten $5 gift cards! Providing decadent flavors reminiscent of childhood trips to the local dessert shop and fruitbased flavors for health-conscious individuals.

RockQuest Climbing Center 3475 East Kemper Road 513-733-0123 • rockquest.com Win one of three family four packs of admission passes that include gear, and a belay course for two. Scallywag Tag 5055 Glencrossing Way l 513-922-4999 491 Ohio Pike • 513-528-3696 scallywagtag.com Win one of three Family Four Packs of Laser Tag Missions … Choose your destination!

Kings Island 6300 Kings Island Dr., Mason visitkingsisland.com Win a family four-pack of passes to Kings Island and the new Soak City! Lazer Kraze 3187 Western Row Road, Maineville • 513-339-1030 1335 Donaldson Road, Erlanger • 859-371-5729 lazerkraze.com Win a Lazer Tag Party with two missions at either location for up to ten players valued at $159! The Little Gym 7318 Yankee Road, Liberty Twp. • 513-777-1110 8201 Arbor Square Dr., Mason • 513-204-1400 thelittlegym.com Win one of two Parents’ Survival Nights! Rest easy knowing your child is enjoying games, music and crafts while building motor and social development skills.

Tippi Toes Dance 513-578-1280 • tippitoesdance.com Win a Ballerina Birthday Party (worth $75) including storytelling, ballet dancing, glitter, stickers and more. A fun and magical way to have a birthday party!

Sam Ash Music 11805 Commons Dr. 513-671-4500 • samashmusic.com Win an Ibanez Guitar Star ter Kit and Free First Lesson, including a guitar, tuner, strap and pics, plus a half hour lesson with a guitar professional.

Paint By the Glass 8179 Princeton-Glendale Road, West Chester 513-874-1101 • paintbytheglass.com Win one of two gift certificates, each worth $35! Parent Teacher Store 6914 Burlington Pike, Florence 859-283-0151 • parentteacherstoreusa.com Win a $50 gift certificate for all your education and enrichment supply needs!

Ballet Theatre Midwest 3833 Eastern Ave. 513-520-2334 • ballettheatremidwest.com Enter to win $100 off tuition at Ballet Theatre Midwest, enriching the community through excellence in educational partnerships, classical dance training and professional level performances.

Once Upon a Child Multiple Cincinnati Area Locations onceuponachild.com Win a $50 Gift Certificate to THE best place to buy and sell gently used clothes, toys and equipment. Monster Mini Golf I-75 Ext 21, Cincinnati Dayton Road 513-759-5400 • monsterminigolf.com Win a DELUXE Birthday Party for up to 12 children, and the birthday child is FREE. Play up to 18 holes of GLOW IN THE DARK Mini Golf (value $150)!

Perfection Gymnastics 5637 Union Centre Drive, West Chester 513-860-3351 • perfectiongymnastics.com Win a one hour birthday party for 15 kids (value $160)! Run, jump, swing, and play, followed by presents and refreshments, with no clean up!

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Anderson Township Park District Summer Day Camp

Beech Acres Park RecPlex, 6915 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati 513-388-4515 andersonparks.com Spend your summer vacation with us! Jun. 4 - Aug. 17. Ages 5 - 12 yrs. Campers enjoy games, arts and crafts, and a weekly ﬁeld trip. Swimming takes place daily at Coney Island’s Sunlite Pool. Detailed information and registration forms available online. Registration begins Apr. 2.

ballet tech of ohio

7623 Old 3C Highway, Maineville 513-683-6860 ballettechohio.org Students travel from all over the tri-state area to Maineville for the opportunity to be taught by founding director Claudia Rudolf Barrett, and her internationally renowned faculty. ballet tech® of ohio offers classes in ballet, jazz, tap and modern dance. We provide training for those who seek a professional career as well as classes for those who just want to dance.

Ballet Theatre Midwest

3833 Eastern Ave., Spencer Township Hall, Cincinnati 513-520-2334 ballettheatremidwest.com • ballettheatremidwest@fuse.net Children’s workshops in dance, music and art creatively built around a weekly theme with Friday performances. Jun. 13 - Jul. 1, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri. Ages 4 - 8. Summer Intensive: outstanding technical and artistic training with individual attention. Bi-weekly performances. Jul. 5 - 29, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri. Ages 9 - 25.

Busy Brain Enrichment

busybrainenrichment.com 513-509-7346 Financial Frenzy Summer Camp, Jul. 16 - 20, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Cherokee Elementary. Personal Finance, Merchant Market Place and World of Business. Math and Reading Intervention: an academic boost this summer and is catered to each child’s speciﬁc needs. Time Traveler Enrichment: students will go back in time to investigate the homeland of their ancestors.

Camp Coney

Chess Camp and Game Builder Camp

at Summit Country Day School 888-65-CHESS (652-4377) chesscamp.com • gamebuildercamp.com/video.htm Chess Camp: Campers experience chess instruction and play in a fun-ﬁlled environment designed to improve their skills. Includes a mix of classroom instruction and practice sessions. Ages 5 - 15. Video Game Creation Camp: Starting with basic commands, campers will be taught in a step-by-step progression how to build a game that they design. Ages 8 - 15.

Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy

11525 Snider Road, Cincinnati 513-247-9944 ext. 275 chca-oh.org/summerﬂight • summerﬂight@chca-oh.org SummerFlight Day Camps -- presented by Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy! Themed camps feature a range of age-appropriate activities including games, art, music, play, devotions and team-building. Flexible scheduling including half-day, full-day and extended hours options.

Cincinnati Museum Center

1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati 513-287-7000 cincymuseum.org All three museums offer enrichment programs through the summer. There’s something for everyone! This year’s themes include: Go Green!, Myths and Legends, Artist in Residence, Harry Potter and Super Scientists. Member discounts.

Cincinnati Nature Center Summer Camps

at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford 513-831-1711 at Long Branch Farm and Trails. 6926 Gaynor Road, Goshen cincynature.org Week-long nature day camps for ages 3 - 15. Each camp offers unique, age-appropriate activities that expose children to exciting outdoor adventures in a safe and friendly environment. A fun way for kids to actively challenge their minds and bodies while using their creativity and imaginations in a natural setting. Join us for an outdoor adventure that’s anything but ordinary.

Circus Mojo

326 Elm St. Ludlow KY circusmojo.com Kids will learn how to juggle, hat tricks, partner acrobatics, tight-wire, stilt walking, trapeze, and clowning! Combine humor, grace, and athleticism, students are encouraged to conquer doubt and learn skills in a noncompetitive environment. The last day culminates in a performance where everyone shows their mojo!

Clermont/Hamilton 4-H Camp, 4-H Camp Graham

164 Springhill Road, Clarksville 937-289-2085 hamilton.osu.edu • horvath.166@cfaes.osu.edu 4-H Camp is a place for youth to enjoy the outdoors in a safe, and monitored environment. Youth do not have to be 4-H members to enjoy camp but they must be willing to experience nature, crafts, dancing, camp ﬁres, and many educational sessions. Some of our sessions include learning how to yo-yo as well as do yoga. Our camp offers experiences for ages 8 - 15.

CompassQuest Summer Camps, The Compass School

9370 Waterstone Blvd., Cincinnati 513-683-8833 thecompassschool.com Welcome to CompassQuest 2012: Summer Games. For ages 6 - 12. Campers will enjoy a fun-ﬁlled week-by-week

Contemporary Dance Theater and MamLuft&Co. Dance

805 Larch Ave, Cincinnati 513-494-6526 mamluftcodance.org/summer • dance@mamluftcodance.org The All-Day Summer Dance Camp for Kids, Aug. 6 - 10, offers care from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. For ages 5 - 10, the camp will focus on the creative, active, and healthy practices of modern dance methods. Direct inquiries to MamLuft&Co. at the phone, web and email info included here.

Drake Planetarium

2060 Sherman Ave., Cincinnati 513-396-5578 drakeplanetarium.org • pbowers@drakeplanetarium.org Come and let your imagination soar in our hands-on summer camps! Featuring our popular Lego camps, robotics, architecture, young builders, just to name a few. New this year are Magic Science and Medieval Times. Plus exciting space camp is back. Register online.

Funke Fired Arts – Art Camp at the Art Workshop

3130 Wasson Road, Cincinnati 513-871-2529 theartworkshopinc.net If you love art, this is the camp for you! Our camp selections include drawing, painting, sculpture, papier maché, clay and pottery wheel.

Gallop Again

prez74@hotmail.com 513-312-5419 Three summer day camps offered at Gallop Again. Enjoy being around animals, riding horses and just having a fantastic outdoor experience. Ages 4 - 12. Jun. 18 - 22, Jul. 23 - 27 and Aug. 6 - 10.

The Gardner School

9920 Carver Road, Cincinnati 513-985-9444 thegardnerschool.com Peace-Love-TGS is this year’s theme for Camp Gardner. The children will be discussing citizenship, responsibility, environmental issues, recycling, composting and gardening along with our special in-house activities and visitors. It is sure to be a summer ﬁlled with fun and excitement. All of our lead teachers have a four year degree in early childhood education or a closely related ﬁeld.

The Goddard School

Multiple Locations in the Greater Cincinnati area 800-GODDARD (463-3273) goddardschool.com Summer Is Full Of Fun At The Goddard School®! At The Goddard School summer is full of fun and learning. Children are exposed to exciting learning opportunities in a safe and secure environment. To ﬁnd out more information, and to ﬁnd one of our many Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area locations, visit call or visit our website.

Jelly Bean Junction Learning Centers

1313 Ohio Pike, Amelia 513-753-1500 533 Clough Pike, Cincinnati 513-528-3333 5994 Winton Road, Fairfield 513-939-1876 3277 Montgomery Road, Loveland 513-683-3400 820 US Route 50, Midford 513-576-0786 jellybeanjunction.com Is your child on the right track? Join us for our school age summer camp beginning in June. Children will be attending 2 to 3 engaging and educational ﬁeld trips each week. We also invite special guests and activities to our centers. Call the location nearest to you for further details about this exciting opportunity.

Kinder Garden School

10969 Reed Hartman Hwy., Blue Ash 513-791-4300 5900 West Chester Road, Ste. C, West Chester 513-874-3100 kindergardenschool.com Now enrolling for summer camps. Call for details. Together with interaction of child, staff and family, we develop the complete child. We provide formative encouragement and knowledge with hands-on staff taking a personal interest in family and holistic education decisions for the child. Devoted to growing a child’s wish to ﬂourish and learn by cultivating curiosity and problem-solving proﬁciency.

Lakota East Soccer Kids’ Camp

at Lakota East High School, Liberty Twp. 513-379-6311 lakotaeastgirlssoccer.webs.com • amy.kreider1@gmail.com Attention all girls and boys ages 6 - 13: Please join us for Kids Camp 2012! An inexpensive way to hone your soccer skills and have some fun while doing it. Cost: $60. July 23 - 26, 6 - 8 p.m. (Rain date: Jul. 27). Join the fun!

Mad Potter Madeira

7754 Camargo Road, Cincinnati 513-561-1888 madpottercincinnati.com Three different weeks ... three different age groups! Get creative on your summer break at the Mad Potter. Offering hours of pottery painting, mosaics, crafts, and games during ﬁve two-hour sessions, 10 a.m. - noon, Mon. - Fri. Ages 6 - 9 yrs., Jul. 9 - 13. Ages 10 - 13 yrs., Jul. 16 - 20. Ages 14 - 16 yrs., Aug. 6 - 10. Call to reserve your spot, $50 deposit required. Groupon not accepted for art camp.

Marmon Valley Ministries

7754 St. Rt. 292, Zanesfield 937-593-8051 marmonvalley.com • info@marmonvalley.com Trusted, ACA accredited, Christian horse camp near Bellefontaine. With 160 horses, Ohio’s largest horse camp! Campers also enjoy climbing, archery, swimming and more. Develop skills, make friends and build a relationship with Jesus Christ. Serving up farm fresh fun for kids 7 - 17 since 1964.

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6201 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati 513-232-8230 coneyislandpark.com • agartner@coneyislandpark.com Camp Coney 2012 offers a unique approach to summer “edu-tainment.” This series of camps is comprised of three multi-day camps and six themed Friday Fun Camps. See website for dates, ages and themes.

adventure celebrating the Olympics, travel, and summer fun. Each weekly theme offers a unique exploration, with arts and crafts, food, games, and more. Weekly visits to the swimming pool, entertaining ﬁeld trips, guest speakers, shows, recreation, sports, and more!

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On Goal Soccer Camps

5874 Montclair Blvd., Milford 513-561-4625 ongoal.org • trillo@ongoal.org On Goal Soccer Camp - Milford, Ohio, Jul. 24 - 28. A fun and positive environment designed to give young soccer players an opportunity to develop basic and advanced soccer skills. On Goal develops the total player. Our professional staff challenges campers to become better players and have a closer relationship with God.

Paint by the Glass

8179 Princeton-Glendale Road, Ste. G, West Chester 513-874-0806 paintbytheglass.com Kids Art Camp will be taught by one of our professional Artists, Laura Metz (Master’s in Art Education). Laura plans to inspire the kids to reach beyond just the ordinary paint on canvas and create art that is unique to them. Four consecutive days, Jun. 11 - 14 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. First session: Paint Chip Art. Second session: Paint without Brushes. Third session: Collage on Canvas. Fourth session: T-shirt Painting

Perfection Gymnastics

Locations in Blue Ash and West Chester 513-531-7400 weteachreading.com A private educational organization dedicated to developing life-long, independent learners. We have been teaching reading, spelling, comprehension, and writing in an atmosphere of enthusiasm and encouragement. Our successful model includes identifying the root cause responsible for the breakdown in reading process and then applying targeted instruction using research-validated approaches.

MJM Studios Inc.

5796 Constitution Drive, Ste. C, Florence, KY 859-282-6116 mjmstudiosinc.com • maryjo@mjmstudiosinc.com All classes are taught by caring professionals who are dedicated to providing the extra attention that insures you, as the loving parent, that your child will receive a superlative performing arts, trampoline, and tumbling education in a loving Christian setting. All instructors are fully certiﬁed. Call now. “Developing the creativity in children so they can learn that learning is fun!”

5637 Union Centre Drive, West Chester 513-860-3351 perfectiongymnastics.com This summer join us for classes, clinics or Gold Medal Fun Camp. Summer is a great time to come learn new skills. We will also be educating students on the Olympics and skills to look for when they are watching Team USA compete.

Pleasant Ridge Presbyterian

5950 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati 513-631-0170 prpc.org Offering week-long specialty camps for children 3 yrs. - grade 1. Camps include cooking, science, math, art, music, literacy and much more. We offer everything you need to keep your inquisitive children happy and active and their minds engaged. Help avoid boredom and keep skills up over the long summer by registering for this fun-ﬁlled program.

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Springer School and Center

2121 Madison Road, Cincinnati 513 871-6080 ext. 402 springer-ld.org “Adventures in Summer Learning” is designed for students of at least average potential who are not making expected progress in school. The morning program helps children become conﬁdent in the basic skills through small group instruction. The afternoon program offers specialized courses in math, writing, social skills and creative expression. Jun. 18 - Jul. 13, grades 1 - 8.

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Langsford Learning Centers

8230 Cox Road, West Chester 513-777-9533 springhillcamps.com/registration Five full days of summer camp for your upcoming ﬁrst - ﬁfth graders! Hang out with old friends and meet new ones. Awesome activities including a climbing wall, crafts, a waterslide and much more. Your kids will learn something new about Jesus while having an absolute blast. Aug. 6 - 10, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Register online.

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MUSIC LESSONS DANCE CLASSES ACTING CLASSES PRESCHOOL MUSIC BIRTHDAY PARTIES Visit wcaomd.com for details • Register by phone: 513-829-2345

YMCA of Greater Cincinnati

myy.org 513-362-9622 Summer Day Camps 2012. Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are cornerstones of all YMCA camps. Each week features a different theme but all provide opportunities to learn, make friends and have fun. Visit our website for locations, camp dates, program guides and costs.

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SUMMER ACTIVITIES AND AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS Academy of Music and Dance, West Chester

8374 Princeton-Glendale Road, West Chester 513-829-2345 wcaomd.com Music lessons for all ages in piano, voice, guitar, drums, strings, winds and brass. Dance classes in tap, ballet, jazz, hip-hop and lyric. Other popular programs: Music for Young Children, a keyboard program for ages 4 and up; Music Pups, for preschoolers with a caregiver; Jumbie Jam, a kid-sized steel drum ensemble; and Fun with Drums. Special one-week camps throughout the summer. Free sample classes.

Brain Balance Achievement Center of Cincinnati

brainbalancecincinnati.com 513-257-0705 Groundbreaking program combining sensory motor, cognitive and nutrition coaching into one solution for children ages 4 - 17 with ADD, autism, dyslexia and other learning/processing disabilities.

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Central Montessori Academy

1904 Springdale Road, Cincinnati 513-742-5800 centralmontessoriacademy.com At CMA, children from preschool - grade 6 are all taught by Montessori-trained teachers in environments that cultivate their natural love of learning – including our new natural playground and outdoor learning environment. We offer extended day programs for both before- and after-school, and our new Montessori My Way program allows parents of preschool-aged children ﬂexible scheduling options. Call today to schedule a tour!

Full service daycare and preschool for children on the Autism Spectrum, ADD, ADHD, Generalized Anxiety, Sensory Integration Disorder, as well as related neurological disorders and special needs.

Fruit of Zion Child Development Center

9180 Cincinnati-Columbus Road, West Chester 513-531-1180 zionglobalministries.org • www.fozdaycare@zgmstaff.org Fruit of Zion Child Development Center is the right place for your child care. Located in our Zion Global Ministries (Main Building). We care for children from 6 wks. - 12 yrs. Our rates are very competitive and affordable! Call or email for more information.

Jacob’s Well Christian Learning Center

5334 Socialville Foster Road, Mason 513-229-0223 jaconbswelllearning.com • lwu@jacobswelllearning.com Brand new 100,000 sq. ft. facility. Make new friends, keep your minds sharp and intrigued, learn about God’s love and how to extend that love to others. 2012 Summer Olympics theme. Two or three ﬁeld trips every week. Swimming at a local pool every week. Grades K - 5.

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GALLOP AGAIN Horse & Pony Lessons

Ages 3-12 Private Lessons - $25 Field Trips - Preschool/Daycares & K-12 We have programs for children of all abilities

Mommy and Me Classes Earn Your Girl Scout Badge - We offer a few! Birthday Parties! Week Long Summer Camps July 23-27 and August 6-10

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Sycamore Township 2nd Annual Car Show Saturday, August 11 Robert L Schuler Sports Complex 11532 Deerﬁeld Road 9:00-noon Registration Noon-3:00 Car show - Free admission to public 9:00-3:00 3:30 Award Presentation, includes 40 Best, Trustees‛ Choice, 9 Specialty Awards (Best GM, Ford, Mopar, Import, Truck, Street Rod, Engine, Paint, Best of Show, 1998 and up Cost for entry $15 First 100 registrants will receive a free dash plaque Split the pot • Live DJ during car show • Food and drinks available

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The all-new PLAN AHEAD is full of events requiring ADVANCED REGISTRATION.

world choir games July 4 - 14

he Olympics of choral music is coming to Cincinnati! More than 360 choirs from 48 countries — 25 choirs from the United States — will descend upon Cincinnati from July 4 - 14 to participate in a range of musical categories, including children’s choirs, men’s choirs, music of religions, female choirs, mixed choirs and much more. Audiences will be treated to ten days of musical delights, including a Champions Competition, and an Open Competition, Friendship Concerts, and free public performances. On July 10 at 6 p.m., enjoy a Celebration of Nations, starting with a parade through downtown and ending on Fountain Square! Various venues including U.S. Bank Arena, Aronoff Center for the Arts, Music Hall and School for Creative and Performing Arts; see website for a complete schedule; ticket prices vary for individual performances and flex-passes. Visit 2012worldchoirgames.com.

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For July events requiring advance registration, turn to page 40. FREE WYOMING’S JULY 4

Kick off the day with a July 4 parade, followed by inflatable jumps, slides and games for the whole gang, as well as a concert from My Sister Sarah, and a Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks display. Oak Park, 800 Oak Ave., Wyoming; 9 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.; wyoming.oh.us.

SPOTLIGHT: LAROSA’S BALLOON GLOW Tuesday, July 3

5 Thursday

njoy a fun-filled evening complete with live music, family entertainment, Coney’s Classic Rides and a sky lit up with hot-air balloons of every color, as well as a display form Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks. Coney Island Park, 6201 Kellogg Ave.; balloon glow activities are free, normal rates for Sunlite Pool and Coney’s Classic Rides apply, $8 parking until 2 p.m., $10 parking after 2 p.m. Call 513-2328230 or visit coneyislandpark.com.

FREE COOL CRITTERS OUTREACH

Meet and learn about reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates with help from Cool Critters Outreach and the library. Avondale Branch Library, 3566 Reading Road; 1 p.m.; 513-369-4440 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

6 Friday FREE FAMILY MOVIE

Bring your chairs, blankets and snacks for a free screening of Kung Fu Panda. Boone Woods, 6000 Veterans Way, Burlington; movies begin at dusk; boonecountyky.org/parks/Shows.aspx.

HANDS ON NATURE

1 Sunday FARMERS MARKET SALE

Stop by Remke bigg’s for an outdoor farmers’ market sale. Skytop Remke bigg’s, 5218 Beechmont Ave.; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. July 1 - 3; remkes.com.

OUTDOOR SOCIAL

Join other families in the Nature Playscape and enjoy a summer treat. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 1 - 3 p.m.; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

2 Monday FREE MADCAP PUPPET SHOW

The Madcap Puppets entertain all ages with their take on the story of Rapunzel. Fort Mitchell Park, 261 Grandview Drive; 7 p.m.; fortmitchell.com.

3 Tuesday FREE FLORENCE FESTIVAL

Celebrate Independence Day with rides, a kids’ zone, live music and fireworks. City of Florence, 8100 Ewing Blvd.; 6 - 11 p.m.; Florence-ky.gov.

HANDS ON NATURE

Stop by to join a Play Facilitator and carry out some insect investigation in the Nature Playscape. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 1 - 3 p.m.; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-8311711 or cincynature.org.

LAROSA’S BALLOON GLOW

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Take a trip back in time as a Union Army detachment protects the US Government Payroll on this train ride through the scenic Whitewater Valley. Enjoy a twohour layover before your return trip. Whitewater Valley Railroad, Grand Central Station, Connersville, IN; 12 p.m.; $25 adults, $14 children round trip, $15 adults, $8 children one-way; 765-825-2054 or whitewatervalleyrr. org.

FIRECRACKER RUN

This 5K run from the Campbell County YMCA also features a fun run for kids, and will be followed by the Fort Thomas Independence Day Parade. Tower Park, South Fort Thomas Ave.; 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. parade; myy.org/our-ys/branches/Campbell-county.

FREE FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVAL

The Sisters of Notre Dame host a festival complete with games, petting zoo, pony rides, live entertainment and a silent auction. Sisters of Notre Dame, 1601 Dixie Hwy.; 2 - 7 p.m.; sndky.org.

FREE MAINSTREET PARADE

Bring friends and family for the City of Fort Mitchell’s annual celebration, including a parade. Parade begins at Diocesan Catholic Children’s Home, 75 Orphanage Road; 11:30 a.m.; fortmitchell.com.

PRAY HOPE BELIEVE RUN

Join a chip-timed 5K run and walk to benefit the Pray Hope Believe Foundation, which raises funds for pediatric brain cancer research and support, and in memory of Tony Merk, who lost his battle at age 6. The race features MC George Vogel from Channel 5, food beverages, a fun run for little ones, and a fun zone after the race. Colerain Township, 4200 Springdale Road; 8:15 a.m. flag ceremony, 8:30 a.m. race; $20 per person, $65 per family; prayhopebelieve.org.

FREE RED WHITE AND BLUE ASH

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Use a variety of items like shovels, magnifying glasses and mirrors to explore the Nature Playscape. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 6 - 8 p.m.; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-8311711 or cincynature.org.

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Keep celebrating your patriotism with books about liberty and freedom, followed by a craft. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 7800 Montgomery Road; 11 a.m.; 513-7949320 or bn.com.

FREE GERMAN STORY TIME

Learn simple German vocabulary through stories and songs. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks. com.

GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY

Travel back to the rough and tumble days of the Old West! Join some gold prospectors for a train ride — but watch out! Notorious robbers The Big Iron Rangers are well-known in these parts and you might just be called on to help defend the prospectors’ gold. Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon; 10 a.m., 12:45 and 3:30 p.m. July 7 - 8; $18.50 adults, $15.50 ages 5 - 16 and seniors, $8.50 ages 2 - 4, free infants one year and younger; 513-933-8022, ext. 101 or lebanonrr.com.

HANDS ON NATURE

Use tools and toys to explore the flowers of the Nature Playscape with help from a Play Facilitator. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-8311711 or cincynature.org.

WORLD CHOIR GAMES

Join the Cincinnati Pops for the opening ceremony of the World Choir Games. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St.; 7 p.m.; tickets start at $25; 2012worldchoirgames. com.

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Charlie Cadabra takes the stage for a magical and hilarious tour of early America. Laugh along as George Washington’s false teeth become a lie detector, a drawing of Abraham Lincoln comes to life, and Harry the bald eagle will read a helper’s mind. Charlie’s sidekick Harvey the Magic Rabbit will be along for the ride! Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 1:30 p.m.; free with admission (all museums pass $12.50 adults, $11.50 seniors, $8.50 ages 3 - 12, $4.50 toddler pass); 513-287-7000 or charliecadabra.com.

FREE MEET THE DOULAS

Meet and interview local doulas from the Cincinnati Area Doula Society and gain information on what a doula can do for you. Blue Cocoon, 9393 Montgomery Road; 3 p.m.; 513-791-1089 or bluecocoonbaby.com or cincinnatidoulas.com.

IN PERFECT HARMONY

The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra hosts a World Choir Games Friendship Concert this evening. Amphitheater, Devou Park, Covington; 7:30 p.m.; $10 - $28; 859-4316216 or kyso.org.

SINATRA UNDER THE STARS

Join John Morris Russell and the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra for a loving tribute to Frank Sinatra, featuring Grammy-nominated Michael Feinstein, who has earned the nickname, “The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook.” Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave.; 8 p.m.; tickets start at $20, lawn tickets for ages 12 and younger are free; 513-381-3300 or cincinnatipops.org.

8 Sunday CHRIS MACARTHY MEMORIAL FISHING DERBY

Meet at River Hill Pond for a family fishing derby — ages 12 and younger who catch a tagged fish will win a trophy! Bring your own equipment, please. Mitchell Memorial Forest, 5401 Zion Road; 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE FIND WALDO AT BLUE MANATEE

Waldo is hiding all over Cincinnati, but you can catch him at blue manatee today for a few games and a picture. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 2 p.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY

Please see July 7 for details.

HAMILTON COUNTY 4-H COMMUNITY FAIR

Families can enjoy a range of activities, including pony rides, an antique tractor display, military memorabilia, spinning and knitting displays, and meet the members of the Colerain Township Historical Society and the Girl Scouts of Western Ohio. Don’t miss the Baby Contest, the Cowgirl Express Rodeo Drill Team, The Menus, and more. Visit the site for a complete schedule of activities. Stricker’s Grove Amusement Park, 11490 HamiltonCleves Road, Crosby Township; 2 - 10 p.m. Sun, 4 - 10 p.m. Mon, Wed and Thu, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and 4 - 10 p.m. Tue, July 8 - 12; $4 per person admission; $1.50 per ride ticket or $14 armband for unlimited rides; hamilton4hc. osu.edu.

FREE SECOND SUNDAY ON MAIN

Visit Main Street downtown for a neighborhood festival that includes live entertainment, artist tables, special events and much more. Main Street between 12th and Liberty Streets; 12 - 5 p.m.; secondsundayonmain.org.

9 Monday FREE CONCERT IN THE PARK

The Cincinnati Pops provide a free concert this evening for all ages to enjoy. Boone Woods Park, 6000 Veterans Way, Burlington; 7:30 p.m.; 513-381-3300 or cincinnatipops.org/community.

FREE WORLD CHOIR GAMES FRIENDSHIP CONCERT

This free concert as part of the World Choir Games features the Ankor Choir from Israel, Vox Juventutis from Poland and the Prime Note Ensemble from the USA. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road; 7 - 9 p.m.; 513-7617500 or jointhej.org.

10 Tuesday FREE PUPPETS ROCK

Bring the gang for a free puppet show from Wump Mucket Puppets. Clifton Branch Library, 351 Ludlow Ave.; 10 a.m.; 513-541-0504 or wumpmucketpuppets. com.

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SPOTLIGHT: FREE RED, WHITE AND BLUE ASH Wednesday, July 4

Explore three great museums for free, including a 19th century steamboat, a multi-story forest, an underground waterfall and more. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati History Museum, and Museum of Natural History & Science, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 4 - 8 p.m.; admission is free, parking is $4 after 4:30 p.m., $6 before 4:30 p.m.; 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.

he One Main Financial presents this year’s festivities, including concerts from Huey Lewis & The News and Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks. Lake Forest Drive and Glendale Milford Road; 4 - 10:35 p.m. Visit blueashevents.com.

GODDARD CARNIVAL

Bring the entire family for games, bounce houses, food and raffles, with money raised benefitting the Dragonfly Foundation, bringing comfort and joy to kids and young adults being treated for cancer and blood diseases. Proceeds will help buy tickets to local events, implement the “I Am Still Me” hair loss program, create buddy teams for caregivers, obtain “wish list” items and more. Goddard School, 754 Reading Road, Mason; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; 513-398-2777 or Mason1OH@goddardschools. com.

11 Wednesday BETHANY HOUSE CHILDREN’S CARNIVAL

JULY JAMBOREE ADOPTION EVENT

Bethany House Services hosts a children’s carnival with plenty of games, carnival food, fun with friends and more. Volunteers are welcome — help make a memorable evening for families! Bethany House Services, 1836 Fairmount Ave.; 5 - 9 p.m.; 10 cents; 513-921-1131, ext. 123 or bhsinc.org.

FREE FAMILY FUN

Join the Cincinnati Zoo for a wildlife presentation perfect for the kiddos. Village Green, Wyoming and Oak Avenues, Wyoming; 7 p.m.; Wyoming.oh.us.

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HANDS ON NATURE

Join a Play Facilitator to make a nature collage in the Nature Playscape. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 6 - 8 p.m.; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

12 Thursday MOVIE IN THE MEADOW

Bring a blanket (no lawn chairs please) for a family movie under the stars. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 9 - 11 p.m.; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

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Enjoy a high-energy concert from Roger Drawdy and The Firestarters. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Devou Park, Covington; 7 p.m.; $5 adults, $3 children; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

FREE RIVER CRITTERS

Parents are invited to meet to discuss topics like wellness, nutrition, child development, birth and pregnancy and more. Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine will be given to each participant. Apex Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 8624 Winton Road, Ste. B; 7 p.m.; 513-931-4300 or pathwaystofamilywellness. org or apexchirocenter.com.

Take a train ride through Warren County and listen to conductors describe railroad history and operation along the way. Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon; 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. July 11, 19 and 27; $13 adults, $8 ages 5 - 16 and seniors, $5 ages 2 - 4, free infants one year and younger; 513-9338022, ext. 101 or lebanonrr.com. Grab your wading boots to splash in the stream, and search for critters like crayfish, snails, and beetles. Then use what you’ve caught to determine the river’s health. Bring a net if you have one. Sycamore Park, 4082 State Route 132, Batavia; 6:30 p.m.; 513-876-9013 or clermontparks.org.

FREE WILD WEDNESDAY

Mr. Cowpie and his Party Animals are on the scene for this weekly program from Kenton County Parks and Recreation. Check out raffle prizes, a demonstration from Dominach’s Taekwondo Academy, and arrive early for some fun with the Kenton County Public Library. Middleton-Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; 9:30 a.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

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13 Friday FREE FAMILY MOVIE

Bring your chairs, blankets and snacks for a free screening of Horton Hears a Who. Boone Woods, 6000 Veterans Way, Burlington; movies begin at dusk; boonecountyky.org/parks/Shows.aspx.

FESTIVAL IN SYCAMORE

Celebrate 20 years of festivities in Sycamore with live music, tasty treats from local restaurants and more. Bechtold Park, 4312 Sycamore Road; July 13 - 14, 6 p.m. - 12 a.m.; sycamoretownship.org.

What better way to enjoy the summer than to adopt a cat or dog to share it with your family. The League for Animal Welfare will reduce adoption fees for all cats and dogs, and will be serving hot dogs and cool treats during weekend hours. League for Animal Welfare, 4193 Taylor Road, Batavia; July 13 - 22; $35 cats, $45 dogs; 513-735-2299 or lfaw.org.

FREE OAKLEY AFTER HOURS

Musician Bill Smith plays guitar and sings some silly sing-along songs. Copies of his CD are available for purchase. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 7 - 8 p.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

14 Saturday AMERICAN PIE FOR KIDS!

Based on the book Community Economic Liter acy, American Pie for Kids! invites ages 12 - 18 to participate in an interactive discussion to understand the definition and concept of community, including community health and prosperity and how day-to-day activities contribute to, or detract from, the economic situation in the place where they live. The discussion is followed by an exercise where each student participates in a mock community. Using real money, students actively demonstrate how money comes in to the community, circulates, supports workers and businesses, funds government, benefits others, and leaks out. New Thought Unity Center, 1401 East McMillan; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $25 per student, $10 per parent or guardian; 812-528-4238 or 513-961-2527 or alternateeducation.net.

CITY OF MONTGOMERY’S BASTILLE DAY

In honor of its French sister city, Montgomery celebrates Bastille Day with a festival in the heart of the city’s downtown area. Check out live music, a kids’ area, a slow bike race, walking tours, food booths, pony rides, face painting and much more. City of Montgomery; 12 - 11 p.m.; montgomeryohio.org.

CRAZY CARDBOARD REGATTA

Join this crazy regatta for boats made from cardboard — it’s a day full of fun and fabulous races, prizes, and of course, the best sinkings you’ll see. Voice of America Park, 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester; visit site for schedule; yourmetroparks.net.

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SPOTLIGHT: BREYERFEST July 20 - 22

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t’s a British Invasion at this year’s BreyerFest, featuring Knights of Valour, Shane Adams from The History Channel’s Full Metal Jousting and some kid-friendly fun with pony rides, craft activities, model horses, a petting zoo, piggy races, magic shows and photos with the Breyer mascot, Pal O’Mine. Kentucky Horse Park, 4089 Iron Works Pkwy., Lexington; $10 - $60 children, $20 - $90 adults. Call 800-413-3348 or visit breyerhorses.com.

CURIOUS GEORGE TRAIN RIDE

Take a train ride to meet Curious George and the Man in the Yellow Hat — enjoy a story time, make a craft and parents, be sure to bring your camera. Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon; 10 a.m., 12:45 and 3:30 p.m. July 14, 15, 21 and 22; $18.50 adults, $15.50 ages 5 - 16 and seniors, $8.50 ages 2 - 4, free infants one year and younger; 513-933-8022, ext. 101 or lebanonrr.com.

FESTIVAL IN SYCAMORE

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KIDS AND PETS GO HAND IN HAND

Bring the kids to meet some pets available for adoption! Hyde Park Remke bigg’s, 3872 Paxton Ave.; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; remkes.com.

FREE KSO CONCERT

The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra presents ragtime, blues, Dixieland and music from the early jazz period 1898 - 1934. Boone Woods Stage, Boone Woods, 6000 Veterans Way, Burlington; 7 p.m.; 859-334-2283 or boonecountyky.org.

FREE PRETTY IN PINK

Love pink? Join a special event with Crafty Chloe, Pinkilicious and Fancy Nancy for crafts and fun. Wear your best pink couture! Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 7800 Montgomery Road; 11 a.m.; 513-794-9320 or bn.com.

FREE SPANISH STORY TIME

Learn simple Spanish vocabulary through stories and songs. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks. com.

WALK ON THE WILD SIDE

Families of all ages and sizes are invited to a one-hour hike to explore the park. Four Mile Creek MetroPark, 2385 Treiber Road, Hamilton; 10 a.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

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WORLD CHOIR GAMES

Join the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra for the closing ceremony of the World Choir Games. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St.; 7 p.m.; tickets start at $25; 2012worldchoirgames.com.

15 Sunday FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT

The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra provides a free concert this evening. Fayette County Fairgrounds, Washington Courthouse; 7 p.m.; 513-381-3300 or cincinnatipops. org/community.

CURIOUS GEORGE TRAIN RIDE

Please see July 14 for details.

FREE PUPPETS ROCK

Enjoy a free puppet show from Wump Mucket Puppets! Julian’s Deli, 200 W. Loveland Ave.; 2 p.m.; 513-5410504 or wumpmucketpuppets.com.

FREE SUMMER MEADOW WALK

The meadow is in full bloom — join the naturalist to explore the trails and look for blooming wildflowers and butterflies. Kelley Nature Preserve, 297 Center St., Loveland; 11 a.m.; 513-876-9013 or clermontparks.org.

FREE THIRD SUNDAY FUNDAY

Explore all things French. Use the Family Guide to explore the exhibition Old Masters to Impressionists: Three Centuries of French Painting from the Wadsworth Atheneum, learn some French words, make a hat inspired the museum’s art, and at 2 and 3 p.m., enjoy a ballet from Arts Innovation Movement. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St.; 1 - 4 p.m.; 513-684-4515 or taftmuseum.org.

16 Monday FREE FIREFIGHTERS TO THE RESCUE

Ages 2 - 5 can meet a local hero and tour a real fire truck! Florence Public Library, 7425 US 42, Florence; 6:30 p.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.

It’s time for a Boat Float in the Nature Playscape! Join a Play Facilitator and explore the natural world. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-8311711 or cincynature.org.

TOT TUESDAY

Roam the earth with your little dinosaurs as you listen to a story and make a fun dinosaur craft. BehringerCrawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Devou Park, Covington; call for time; free with admission ($7 adults, $6 seniors, $4 ages 3 - 17); 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum. org.

18 Wednesday MACY’S KIDS, CULTURES, CRITTERS & CRAFTS

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Learning Through Art and join your neighbors for a fun-filled day that celebrates cultures through music, dance, crafts, puppetry and activities for kids of all ages. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St.; 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $1 admission, $1 round-trip bus fare; 513-242-6028 or learningthroughart.com.

FREE WILD WEDNESDAY

Enjoy some field programs on Fowler Creek’s J.J. Audubon and Fishtrap, preceded by a visit from the Girl Scouts Kentucky Wildnerness Road Council. MiddletonMills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; 9:30 a.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

FREE WINGS OF WONDER

The Cincinnati Zoo presents an amazing bird show for all ages this evening. Fort Mitchell Park, 261 Grandview Drive; 7 p.m.; fortmitchell.com.

19 Thursday FREE (ALMOST) EVERY OTHER THURSDAY SCIENCE

Crystal Clear Science is on hand to show off neat science facts like why hot air rises, what causes earthquakes, why you sound different on a video, and how much noise you can make with just a small piece of paper. Arrive early for some pre-program fun and stick around for a demonstration from Dominach’s Taekwondo. Pioneer Park, 3951 Madison Pike, Covington; 9:30 a.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

CELEBRITY DUCK AUCTION

Part of the Freestore Foodbank’s Rubber Duck Regatta fundraiser, this event features the auction of giant rubber ducks signed by local and national celebrities and decorated in their likeness. The auction serves as the official kick off to the Freestore Foodbank’s largest fundraising event, the Annual Rubber Duck Regatta. Jefferson Hall, 1 Levee Way, Newport; 5:30 p.m.; $5 duck purchase for the regatta; rubberduckregatta.org.

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Come blow your horn wth the Mike Wade Jazz Quartet. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Devou Park, Covington; 7 p.m.; $5 adults, $3 children; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

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FREE MADCAP PUPPET SHOW

The MadCap Puppets presents When You Wish Upon a Fish for audiences of all ages. Boone Woods Stage, Boone Woods, 6000 Veterans Way, Burlington; 7:30 p.m.; 859-334-2283 or boonecountyky.org.

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Please see “Spotlight” on page 36 for details. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy an evening in the park. Stop by between 6:45 and 8 p.m. for canoeing, and enjoy a family-friendly movie at sunset. Canoes, paddles, vests and instruction will be provided; children must be accompanied by an adult. Rapid Run Park, 4450 Rapid Run Pkwy.; 6:30 - 10 p.m.; 513-321-6070, ext. 16 or cincinnatiparks.com.

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Join the staff from Imago Earth Center for nature stories, songs and fun activities. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-7312665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

Please see July 14 for details.

FREE FREAKY FRIDAY WATER BALLOON TOSS

Explore an exhibit that highlights the historic buildings and communities throughout Cincinnati that are at risk from neglect to institutional expansion. Heritage Village Museum in Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $2 adults, $1 children plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.

FREE GAME AND A MOVIE

HANDS ON NATURE

Make a mobile out of natural materials while exploring the Nature Playscape. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 6 - 8 p.m.; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

21 Saturday CURIOUS GEORGE TRAIN RIDE

Please see July 14 for details.

FREE FAMILY MOVIE

Bring your chairs, blankets and snacks for a free screening of Cars 2. Walton Park, 35 Old StephensonMill Road, Walton; movies begin at dusk; boonecountyky. org/parks/Shows.aspx.

GROWNUPS IN NATURE

Parents, grandparents and educators are invited to join a Play Facilitator in the Nature Playscape for a one-hour class on how to best utilize the space and encourage children to explore the outdoors. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

FREE LEAPFROG

Ages 4 and older are invited for a Hands On Learning event that will be both fun and educational. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 7800 Montgomery Road; 11 a.m.; 513-794-9320 or bn.com.

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FREE FAMILY MOVIE

Bring your chairs, blankets and snacks for a free screening of Tangled. Boone Woods, 6000 Veterans Way, Burlington; movies begin at dusk; boonecountyky. org/parks/Shows.aspx.

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Ages 9 and older should bring their energy for a fun game of Capture the Flag. Follow up your game with a free screening of How to Train a Dr agon. Fort Mitchell Park, 261 Grandview Drive; 7 p.m., movie begins at 8:30 p.m.; fortmitchell.com.

FREE CONCERT ON THE GREEN

The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra provides a free concert for all ages this evening. Ground of Union Central Life Insurance Co., 1876 Waycross Road; 7:30 p.m.; 513381-3300 or cincinnatipops.org/community.

Come cheer on participants brave enough to face a challenging course that includes an Ohio River swim, a bike ride along the shores, and a run through downtown. Sawyer Point, Riverfront; 7:30 a.m. start time; cincytriathlon.com.

Bring your chairs, blankets and snacks for a free screening of Flight of the Na vigator. Boone Woods, 6000 Veterans Way, Burlington; movies begin at dusk; boonecountyky.org/parks/Shows.aspx. Be prepared to get wet and celebrate the coming weekend as you take on challengers in this fun balloon toss. Fountain Square, 5th and Vine Streets, downtown; 12 p.m.; myfountainsquare.com.

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24 Tuesday FREE COOL CRITTERS OUTREACH

Learn all about cold-blooded critters, including reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates from the library and special guest Cool Critters Outreach. Main Library, 800 Vine St., and Mt. Washington Library, 2049 Beechmont Ave.; 1 p.m. at Main Library and 6:30 p.m. at Mt. Washington; 513-369-6900 (Main) or 513-369-6033 (Mt. Washington) or cincinnatilibrary.org.

25 Wednesday FREE FAMILY FUN

Mad Science will bring out some “rockin’ rockets” to edu-tain the little ones. Village Green, Wyoming and Oak Avenues, Wyoming; 7 p.m.; Wyoming.oh.us.

FREE WILD WEDNESDAYS

Kentucky Down Under takes you “down under” with a ‘roo or two! Arrive early for some fun with the Kenton County Public Library. Middleton-Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; 9:30 a.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.

26 Thursday LA TRAVIATA

Please see “Now Playing” this page for details.

MUSIC@BCM

Son del Caribe, an 11-piece salsa band, is sure to have you up and dancing with salsa music, as well as merengue, cumbia, bombia and more. BehringerCrawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Devou Park, Covington; 7 p.m.; $5 adults, $3 children; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

FREE NATURE STORY TIME

ONE HOUR TRAIN RIDE

Please see July 11 for details.

now playing GEORGE M! Follow the life story of George M. Cohan, a giant of American musical theater who gave audiences such popular songs as “Yankee Doodle Dandy,” “Over There,” and “Give My Regards to Broadway.” Learn about his childhood and his 25-year reign of the Broadway Stage. Showboat Majestic, Riverfront; July 11 29; $18 adults, $17 students and seniors; 513241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions. com. LA TRAVIATA The Cincinnati Opera presents this classic tale of Violetta Valery, torn between freedom and love, and Alfredo Germont, as portrayed by the husband and wife team of Allyn Perez and Stephen Costello, who return after their successful turn in 2010’s production of La Boheme. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St.; 7:30 p.m. July 26 and 28; $25 - $140; 513-241-2742 or cincinnatiopera.org. PORGY AND BESS Cincinnati Opera presents the full operatic version of this American musical, featuring the tragic story of drug-addicted Bess and Porgy, the man who loves her. Best suited for teens and adults. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St.; 7:30 p.m. July 6 and 3 p.m. July 8; $35 - $155; 513-2412742 or cincinnatiopera.org. THE WEDDING SINGER Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre presents this musical comedy. It’s 1985 and rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart is a wedding singer who gets dumped at the altar. Enjoy a brand-new score that pays homage to the pop songs of the 80s, along with big hair, upturned collars and more good fun. Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave.; July 27 - Aug. 5; $10 - $20; 513-241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com.

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FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT

Join a grand opening celebration with corn hole, face painting, fake tattoos, stickers, balloons and gift card giveaways. Orange Leaf Hyde Park, 3802 Paxton Ave.; 513-321-0898 or orangeleafyogurt.com.

The Florence Community Band performs this evening in a free concert for all ages. Boone Woods Stage, Boone Woods, 6000 Veterans Way, Burlington; 7 p.m.; 859334-2283 or boonecountyky.org.

THE WEDDING SINGER

FREE FRENCH STORY TIME

Please see “Now Playing” on page 38 for details.

Learn simple French vocabulary through stories and songs. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-731-2335 or bluemanateebooks. com.

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FREE NOOK STORYTIME

Join a digital story time and learn more about the NOOK. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 7800 Montgomery Road; 11 a.m.; 513-794-9320 or bn.com.

FREE ALL ABOUT BABY

Join an informative and fun day that includes product giveaways and guest speakers discussing topics like doulas, cloth diapers, chiropractic care for Baby and Mom, healthy eating, and making your own baby food. And enjoy free samples and door prizes! Whole Foods Market Mason, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 513-398-9358 or wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/ mason.

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THE CAT IN THE HAT TRAIN RIDE

CONCERT BY THE LAKE

That Cat in the Hat knows a lot, but he doesn’t know everything. Bring the gang to teach him one thing (or two). Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon; 10 a.m., 12:45 and 3:30 p.m. July 28 and 29; $18.50 adults, $15.50 ages 5 - 16 and seniors, $8.50 ages 2 - 4, free infants one year and younger; 513-933-8022, ext. 101 or lebanonrr.com.

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31 Tuesday FREE CONCERT IN THE PARK

The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra performs in a free concert. Ault Park, 3600 Observatory Ave.; 7:30 p.m.; 513-381-3300 or cincinnatipops.org/community.

THE CAT IN THE HAT TRAIN RIDE Please see July 28 for details.

FREE WALDO PARTY

John Kogge & the Lonesome Strangers perform a selection of rock-a-billy tunes for the whole family. Bring a lawn chair or blanket; snacks and beverages will be available for purchase. Voice of America Park, 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester; 5 - 7 p.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

Now that you’ve spent the month searching for Waldo around Cincinnati, celebrate your findings with snacks, fun and the drawing of the Grand Prize Winner (you must be present to win). Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 6:30 p.m.; 513-7312665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

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You’re Jewish... Your partner’s not.*..

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How can one Couple from two Different Backgrounds turn

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Curious George

Take a train ride to see Curious George and the Man in the Yellow Hat! Play a game and win a prize. Loads of fun for all.

FREE GIFTS

July 14-15 & 21-22 10:00am 12:45pm, 3:30pm

to help you explore what role Judaism can play in your lives

Train Ride with the Cat in the Hat

The Cat in the Hat knows a lot about that! Join us for an adventure in learning and exploring nature at the LM&M Junction.

Including beautiful ritual items such as candlesticks, a menorah, a Passover seder plate, recipes, books and more!

July 28 & 29 10am, 12:45pm, 3:30pm www.LebanonRR.com * info@lebanonrr.com * 513 933-8022

*Program is also open to couples and families in Greater Cincinnati in which one or both have converted to Judaism. Fusion is an initiative of The Mayerson Foundation

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PLAN AHEAD These events require advanced registration. Registration is ongoing until event is filled or otherwise noted. BETHESDA NORTH HOSPITAL 10500 Montgomery Road 513-475-4500 or trihealth.com

• Happiest Baby on the Block Learn how to turn on your newborn’s natural calming reflex and introduce him (and you) to a better night’s sleep. 6:45 p.m. July 16; $50 per couple (includes Parent Kit and DVD). • Hypnobirthing Expecting parents are invited to this childbirth series that meets for ten weeks. 5:45 or 8 p.m. Wed beginning July 11; $200 per birthing team. • More Signing, Less Whining Learn to “talk” to your hearing baby or toddler with American Sign Language in this workshop led by a child sign language specialist. 6:45 p.m. July 10; $45 (includes dictionary and DVD).

BLUE COCOON

9393 Montgomery Road 513-791-1089 or bluecocoonbaby.com

hands-on kids July Fourth Fireworks This 4th of July handprint fireworks craft is a lot of fun to do and will look great hanging on the wall. What You’ll Need • white paper • red and blue paint • sheet of black construction paper • glitter or glitter glue • glue • scissors

Here’s What To Do

• Tummy Time Lay the foundation for Baby’s developmental motor skills in this class that teaches moms how to acclimate babies to being on their tummies and make it fun and relaxing for both of you. 9:45 a.m. July 17, 24 and 31; $50 for four weeks or $15 per class. • Infant Massage New and expecting parents are invited to learn more about the benefits of infant massage, including bonding with and calming your newborn. Bring a blanket or changing pad. Call for time, July 11; $35 per person or $45 per couple. • Mommy and Me Yoga Get your body back into shape while bonding wit your baby ages 6 weeks to about to crawl. 9:30 a.m. July 14 and 21; $75 for six weeks or $14 per class. • Sign, Say and Play Parents and babies ages 6 months to 2 years learn to communicate with basic sign language. Parents receive Sign, Say & Play Kit that includes dictionary, board books, DVD, CD and a quick reference guide. 10:15 a.m. Wed, beginning July 18; call for price.

BLUE MANATEE CHILDREN’S BOOKSTORE 3054 Madison Road 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com

1. Dip 1 hand in red paint and make 2 hand prints on white paper. Do the same with blue paint on the other hand. Allow hand prints to dry.

• Make a Mess at the Manatee Ages 2 - 4 can explore their creative side while listening to a good book and making some art 10 a.m. July 9, 16, 23 and 30.

2. Cut out hand prints.

• Miss Meghan’s Music Ages 4 and younger and their grownups are invited for songs, dancing and time together. 9:45 and 10:30 a.m. July 12 and 26.

3. Glue on black paper to look like fireworks. 4. Draw curly, swirly lines with white glue on paper and hand prints. Sprinkle with glitter and pour off the excess. Or use glitter glue. — activity provided by the Parent-Teacher Store

• Fondant Critters Ages 5 and older learn to create animals from fondant with baker Sarah Cooney. Each child will take home their edible creations atop a tasty cupcake! 2 p.m. July 1; $8. • Yoga for Youngsters Bring your yogi master ages 3 - 5 to learn traditional yoga poses while having fun and playing games. Bring a mat if you have one. 10 a.m. Tue in July; $5.

• Brrr Manatee Ages 4 - 9 can join an indoor winter party — listen to wintry stories, throw some snowballs, build a snowman and have some hot chocolate. Friends from Brazee Street Studios join in to help make a suncatcher based on Ezra Jack Keats’ classic The Snowy Day. 2 p.m. July 15; $18. • Magic Treehouse Party Celebrate the newest Magic Treehouse book, A Perfect Time for Pandas with readings from the book, Chinese phrases, trivia and a snack. 2 p.m. July 28; $5 per child, or $2 with pre-order of book.

BOONE WOODS

6000 Veterans Way, Burlington 859-334-2117 or boonecountyky.org • FREE Family Fun Night Enjoy bocce, disc golf, jumbo jenga, a crafts station, free refreshments, and an inflatable bounce house and slide. 7 - 8 p.m. July 19.

BRAIN BALANCE ACHIEVEMENT CENTER 12084 Montgomery Road 513-257-0705 or brainbalancecenters.com

• FREE Parent Lecture Learn about the Brain Balance program and how it can your child succeed academically, socially and behaviorally, as well as receive a copy of founder Dr. Melillo’s book, Disconnected Kids. 7 p.m. July 10.

BRAZEE STREET STUDIOS

4426 Brazee St. 513-321-0206 or brazzeestreetstudios.com • Brazee Street Glass Art Story Time Ages 3 - 6 can enjoy a story read by a member of blue manatee children’s bookstore then make a fused glass art project. 1:30 p.m. July 19; $18.

CENTRAL PARK

9190 Camp Enrst Road, Union 859-334-2117 or Boonecountyky.org • FREE Family Fun Night Enjoy an inflatable bounce house and slide, a scavenger hunt, crafts station and free refreshments. 7 - 8 p.m. July 5.

CINCINNATI FAMILY ENRICHMENT CENTER 4244 Hamilton Ave. 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com

• CFEC Classes Register for the center’s classes for ages birth to 5 years, including Tummy Time, Little Sprout Yogis, Tiny Tunes, Head & Shoulders Knees & Toes, Movers & Shakers, Crawlers and Climbers, The Next Step, Silly Science, Jitterbugs, Wiggle Worms, Crazy Maze, Tip Tap Toe, and new classes Music Express Jr., Preschool Prep, and Expressive Adventures. Class packages range from $50 - $150. • Family Classes Register for classes for the family including Whale of a Tale, Imagination Station, Family Fiesta, Animal Action, Cupcake Kids, PeaWee Patch, Cultural Club, Yoga Adventures, Rise & Shine, DRUMatic, Hands Up, and new classes Grossology and Music Express. Class packages range from $50 - $110. (please turn the page)

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amazing magic, audience participation and silly fun. your child is the STAR of the show! harvey the live rabbit appears.

Women’s Health Services at University Hospital is a leader in meeting the healthcare needs of newborns and women of all ages in our community. We have the knowledge, technology and experience to provide the specific care you need at the time in which you need it. Whether your needs are routine or highly complex, at UC Health you’ll find physicians and clinicians who are specialists in treating all areas of gynecology and obstetrics including the highest-risk newborn care.

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PLAN AHEAD • Parent Classes Register for parent workshops including BellyRobics, Signing Safari and more. Class package prices vary. • FREE Mom to Mom Meet other moms and get answers to all your new mom questions. 10:30 a.m. Mon and Thu in July. • FREE Solo Single parents can meet up with each other to discuss the unique challenges and demands they each face. 6 - 8 p.m. July 3 and 19. • Attachment Parenting Learn more about the benefits and philosophy of attachment parenting. 4 6 p.m. July 14; RSVP to Bethany.keen@gmail.com. • FREE From Apples to Zucchinis It’s difficult to eat the recommended servings of fruits and veggies, get some tips on how to make healthy eating easier. 12:45 p.m. July 7. • FREE Tummy 2 Tummy Learn more about baby carriers and slings and how to choose the best one for you. 12:45 p.m. July 14. • FREE Cloth Diapering There are many benefits to cloth diapering, helping the environment is just one of them! 12:45 p.m. July 21. • FREE Harmonic Connections Music is a healing influence — learn how it can help families with children with or without developmental delays. 12:45 p.m. July 28. • FREE Get Plastered In a belly cast, that is. Make a cast to leave simple and raw or to decorate later. 2:30 p.m. July 15.

CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER

1301 Western Ave. 513-287-7021 or cincymuseum.org • Icky Science Ages 5 - 10 are invited to discover some fascinating — and icky — things about how the body works. Meet in the Duke Energy Children’s Museum. 3:30 p.m. July 8; $5 per child for members, $7 per child plus admission (all museums pass $12.50 adults, $11.50 seniors, $8.50 ages 3 - 12, $4.50 ages 1 - 2) for nonmembers. • Puppets Ages 5 - 10 join local artist Robin Hartman for a pop-up puppet workshop. Meet in the Duke Energy Children’s Museum. 2:30 p.m. July 14; $5 per child for members, $7 per child plus admission (all museums pass $12.50 adults, $11.50 seniors, $8.50 ages 3 - 12, $4.50 ages 1 - 2) for nonmembers. • Songs and Stories Bring your babies to the Duke Energy Children’s Museum for a research-based literacy program with books, songs and finger-play. 10:15 a.m. July 2; $5 per child for members, $7 per child plus admission (all museums pass $12.50 adults, $11.50 seniors, $8.50 ages 3 - 12, $4.50 ages 1 - 2) for nonmembers. • Young Yogis Ages 3 - 6 learn poses to increase balance, flexibility, coordination, strength and calming techniques through stories, songs and games. Meet in the Duke Energy Children’s Museum. 10:15 a.m. July 16; $5 per child for members, $7 per child plus admission (all museums pass $12.50 adults, $11.50 seniors, $8.50 ages 3 - 12, $4.50 ages 1 - 2) for nonmembers.

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• Signing Safari Ages 9 months - 3 years and their caregivers learn some basic sign language to help better their communication. Meet in Duke Energy Children’s Museum. 10:15 a.m. July 23; $5 per child for members, $7 per child plus admission (all museums pass $12.50 adults, $11.50 seniors, $8.50 ages 3 - 12, $4.50 ages 1 - 2) for nonmembers. • Crime Scene Ages 9 - 15 investigate a crime scene and help solve a mystery. 2 p.m. July 22; $5 per child for members, $7 per child plus admission (all museums pass $12.50 adults, $11.50 seniors, $8.50 ages 3 - 12, $4.50 ages 1 - 2) for nonmembers.

ENCHANTED VILLAGE

3 S. Sycamore St., Lebanon 513-477-2368 or theprincessbirthdayparty.com • Enchanted Village Princess Tea Parties Join the folks at the Enchanted Village for crafts, dress-up, a tour through five whimsical rooms, and of course, tea. 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. on the third Wed of each month; $30 per child, $20 per sibling.

ENGLAND IDLEWILD PARK

5550 Idlewild, Burlington 859-334-2117 or boonecountyky.org • FREE Family Fun Night Enjoy game stations, a scavenger hunt, crafts station, free popcorn and beverages, and an inflatable bounce house and slide. 7 - 8 p.m. July 26.

FARBACH-WERNER NATURE PRESERVE 3455 Poole Road 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org

• Creeking Fun Register by July 2. Ages 10 and older are invited to explore the creek and search for living things and remnants of the Ordovician Era. 2 p.m. July 8; a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park.

FOREST RUN METROPARK WILDLIFE AREA 1810 New London Road, Hamilton 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net

• Discovery Kids Register by July 17. Ages 3 - 5 and an adult will create their own Summer Olympics on the playground. 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. July 18; $2 plus a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park.

GLENWOOD GARDENS

10397 Springfield Pike 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org • Garden Quilt Workshop Register by July 13. Ages 6 - 12 and an adult help create a patchwork quilt to be displayed in the Highfield Discovery Garden and take a quilt project home. 10 a.m. July 21; $10 per child nonmember, $8 per child member.

JOSEPH-BETH BOOKSELLERS 2785 Dixie Hwy., Crestview Hills 859-912-7860 or josephbeth.com

• Immaturity Camp From the people who brought you The Encyclopedia of Immaturity comes a new project — a diary. Find out more in this afternoon activity for ages 9 and older. 2 p.m. July 5; $16.99.

LANGSFORD LEARNING ACCELERATION CENTER

7616 Cox Lane, West Chester 513-531-7400 http://langsfordcenter.com/events/rsvp.php • FREE What Parents Should Know About Reading and Comprehension Learn about current national research regarding successful readers and how to better follow your own child’s reading development. This seminar covers literacy skills and compensation skills which mask reading development. 4:30 - 6 p.m. July 18.

MIAMI WHITEWATER FOREST

9001 Mt. Hope Road 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org • Night Bike Ride Register by July 26. Take your bike for a ride on the 7.8 mile Shaker Trace Trail, the celebrate with some light refreshments. Helmets and front/back lights recommended. 8:30 p.m. July 28; $6 plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park.

MUSIKGARTEN/CENTER FOR THE ARTS, WYOMING 322 Wyoming Ave. 513-948-1900 or musicartdance.org

• Musikgarten Training Workshops Musikgarten teacher trainer Amy Rucker leads a week-long series of workshops for educators, featuring Family Music for Babies and Toddlers (July 29 - 31), Cycle of Seasons (Aug. 1 - 3) and God’s Children Sing (Aug. 1 - 3). July 29 - Aug. 3; $80 - $265; 800-216-6864 or musikgarten.org.

NEW PERCEPTIONS

1 Sperti Drive, Edgewood 859-344-9322, ext. 15 or risingstarstudios.org • For Families With Autism Parents of children who have been recently diagnosed with autism are invited to a special seminar on services and support, while their children are invited to participate in some artmaking activities. 5:30 p.m. July 23; $10 per family.

SCALLYWAG TAG

5055 Glencrossing Way, 513-922-4999 491 Ohio Pike, 513-528-3696 scallywagtag.com • Family and Group Overnighter Try out something different for your Friday night! Enjoy a whole night of Laser Tag with fun and prizes. Bring your family, sports team or group of friends. Midnight July 13 - 7 a.m. July 14; $20 per ticket, $15 group rate.

ST. ELIZABETH HEALTHCARE

Medical Village Drive, Edgewood Room 249, Doctor’s Building 859-750-3430 or lllofnky.org • FREE La Leche League Meeting Join the La Leche League of Northern Kentucky for support and conversation for breastfeeding mothers. 6:30 p.m. second Thu each month.

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SHALOM FAMILY

myshalomfamily.org • FREE Shabbat Shalom … Hay! Register by July 21. Get down on the farm for a Shalom FamilyStyle Shabbat Dinner. Enjoy kid-friendly food and an abundance of amazing organic menu options which will be followed by an engaging evening of fun for the whole family featuring an interactive songsession with Marc the Marvelous Toy, hayrides, pony rides and a chance to play with other farm animals. Families will also enjoy challah braiding, make-yourown bug box, handmade paper-making and more. Plus, plenty of campfire desserts. Open to families with children 12 and younger in which at least one parent is Jewish. Shalom Family is an initiative of the Mayerson Foundation. Grailville Farm, 932 O’Bannonville Road; 6 p.m. July 27. • FREE Sensory Sunday: Stories, Songs and Fun For You and Your Little One These private interactive playgroups feature Miss Meliss, who keeps both parents and their little ones engaged with her unique brand of fun. Play dates include a snack and are open to families in the Jewish community with children ages 2 and younger in which at least one parent is Jewish. Two families will each win a $50 Target gift card at each event. Presented by Shalom Family, an initiative of The Mayerson Foundation. 2 p.m.; July 1 and 15.

SYCAMORE PARK

4082 State Route 132, Batavia 513-876-9013 or clermontparks.org • Preschool Storytime Register by July 16. Bring your preschoolers for stories, hikes to explore nature, and crafts. This month, little ones will learn about butterflies. 1:30 p.m. July 18.

UNION POOL

10165 Old Union Road, Union 859-334-2117 or boonecountyky.org • FREE Build a Boat City of Union residents are invited to bring the gang to challenge other families in a cardboard boat-making contest. One person will take the boat for a race across the pool! 3 p.m. July 14.

UC HEALTH - UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

234 Goodman St. 513-584-2230 or CB-Education@uchealth.com or uchealth.com • Childbirth Education Classes Call or register online for one of UC Health - University Hospital’s classes for expecting parents, including Baby Care Basics on July 9, tours of the hospital on July 9, 11, 12 and 23, Breastfeeding Class on July 12, Infant CPR on July 12 and 24, Prepared Childbirth on July 28, and A Little Bit of Everything (a refresher course on labor and birth) on July 25. Meet in the lobby; prices range from free maternity unit tours to $80.

VOICE OF AMERICA METROPARK 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net

• Discovery Kids Register by July 18. Ages 3 - 5 and their adults make their own Summer Olympics. 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. July 19; $2 plus a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park.

WALTON COMMUNITY PARK

35 Old Stephenson-Mill Road 859-334-2117 or boonecountyky.org • FREE Family Fun Night Bring the gang for disc golf, a walk along the trail with game stations, a crafts station, inflatable bounce and slide and free refreshments. 7 - 8 p.m. July 12.

WHOLE FOODS MARKET MASON 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason 513-398-9358 or wholefoods.com

• Half Pint Kids’ Club Register by July 2 for July 3 event, and July 16 for July 17 event. Ages 3 - 12 are invited to explore food in a fun and exciting way. Check out Independence Day activities and summer fun crafts. 10 a.m. July 3 and 17.

WINTON WOODS

10245 Winton Road 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org • Goodies Galore Fun Package Look high and low, touch, smell and taste what abounds in the garden, and enjoy Parky’s Playbarn and a wagon ride. 9 a.m. July 3; $4 adults, $6 per child plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park. • Goodies Galore Touch, smell and taste the plants that come from the garden and learn about the animals that live there. 9 a.m. July 5; a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park. • Fishing Fever Register two days prior to event. Learn the basics of fishing, go fishing in the catch and release pond and see who is splashing around. Bait, poles and equipment are provided. 9 a.m. July 8, 15 and 29; $3 per person plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park. • Outdoor Archery Register by July 5. Ages 8 and older learn the basics of archery and try out their skills with some target practice. Archers must be able to pull a minimum of ten pounds draw weight. 12 p.m. July 7; $15 plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park. • Canoe and Kayak Quick Start Learn the basics of paddling or canoeing with an American Canoe Association certified instructor. Best for ages 8 and older. 11 a.m. July 8 for canoeing, 3 p.m. July 8 for kayaking; $35 adults, $30 children plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park. • Friday Night Float Register by July 11. Get pointers on kayaking, learn natural history of the lake and then enjoy the view at sunset. For ages 8 and older. 8 p.m. July 13; $12 plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park. • Barnyard Boogie Fun Package Register by July 12. Put on your dancing shoes and hop, trot and waddle around the farm, including a visit to the Playbarn and a wagon ride. 9 a.m. July 17; $6 per child, $4 per adult plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park.

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• Barnyard Boogie Register two days prior. Dance around the farm and check out how animals spend their day. 9 a.m. July 18 or 19; $2 per person plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park. • Animal Art Fun Package Register by July 19. Find the famous cow portrait, visit real cows, make animal art, visit the Playbarn and go on a wagon ride. Parky’s Farm, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 9 a.m. July 24; $6 children, $4 adults plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park. • Animal Art Register by July 24. Visit real cows then learn about a famous cow portrait and make animal art. 9 a.m. July 26; $2 per person plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park. • Pen Pals Fun Package Register by July 26. Get an up-close-and-personal visit with the animals of Parky’s Farm, help the farmer care for them and learn what animals provide for us. Program includes Playbarn admission and a wagon ride. 9 a.m. July 31; $6 children, $4 adults plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park.

WOODLAND MOUND

8250 Old Kellogg Road 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org • Fun Fridays Ages 6 - 12 are invited for a morning of nature fun, including hikes and games to learn about science and nature. 10 a.m. July 6, 13 and 20; $10 plus a valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park.

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