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he first time he catches eyesight of you is a big milestone. Your baby went from sleepy eyes 24/7 to alert, wide eyes watching you move from one end of the room to the other. If you’ve wondered what he is actually seeing, it’s quite amazing, and his vision is quickly developing each and every day. Curled up in the womb, his eye development forms the structures needed for vision: eyes, nerves, the light-sensing cells and the neural pathways in the brain. “As the womb is so dark, it isn’t until the baby is born and finally exposed to light that the brain can start changing to accommodate this new way of exploring the world,” says Evan Yeung, M.D. at TriHealth Group Health-Mason. “After birth, neural pathways continue to develop, as does the eye itself, resulting in improved vision as the baby gets older.” At birth, eyesight is pretty bad (20/200 - 20/400), Yeung says. However, babies can distinguish light and dark as well as some patterns. “The best area of focus for newborns is about 8 - 12 inches in front of their eyes,

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progressively weaker. If this is not corrected, the weaker eye can develop permanent visual impairment once the critical window of brain development closes,” he explains. Help Him See Simply playing with your curious baby can help with his eye development. Having daily interactions with him is one of the most important things you can do, even while feeding. “Alternating left and right sides when feeding may help ‘exercise’ both sides of vision,” Yeung says. “Patterns with black/ white, and bright primary colors with large shapes will also help to stimulate Baby’s vision.” Keep items such as moving mobiles about 8-12 inches from him so he has something to look at, but it is also out of his reach. Yeung suggests avoiding using any tech devices for your Baby’s entertainment as it can take away from parent and baby “bonding time” and can set up bad habits in the future. Amanda Hayward is editor of this publication and a mom of three.

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ne thing kids did during the pandemic was art. Indoors or out, painting or dancing, sidewalk chalk or shaving cream — the arts must go on. Many art facilities have taken the extra time alloted them by the pandemic to grow bigger and add more classes welcoming families with their doors wide open. “What we’ve been able to offer has doubled,” says Kim Flamm, ArtsConnect executive director and Springfield Township market-

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ing and communications director. “We are just happy to really see people again; I think people feel more healthy, more whole, more full when they have something that are looking forward to that they enjoy to do,” Flamm adds. And isn’t that true for the youngest among us, too? Local arts groups are ready to welcome families back. Here’s what you have to look forward to this fall and beyond!

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Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park 513-421-3888 962 Mt. Adams Circle Cincinnati, Oh cincyplay.com Cincy Playhouse has broken ground in their new theatre space, state-of-the-art Mainstage Theatre Complex, projected to open in 2023. Expect an expansion of their engaging classes, programming and enrichment workshops once they move into their new space. Performances will continue in the Marx and Rosenthal Shelterhouse theatres throughout this exciting progression. See “Family Performances” on page 15 to see what’s in-store for the season! Also, beginning late September, families can expect classes to be back in full swing; they are bringing back their seasonal classes in-person all yearlong, including their creative, drama and acting classes (fall, winter and spring). In addition, they are slowly ramping up their Outreach Tour performances, with Snow White in the fall as virtual-only, and for the winter tour, families can choose between hybrid or virtual. By spring, they plan on going back to all in-person; enrichment workshops for K - 8th grade are also back with a fun theme for each grade level; all workshops are expected to be in-person with the ability to go virtual. Head to their website and social media channels for the most up-to-date information, plus you can sign up for their newsletter for the latest updates! The Art Workshop at Queen City Clay 513-406-4009 2760 Highland Ave. Cincinnati, Oh theartworkshopinc.net They are moving! Their new, spacious 50,000 square-foot building will have all of the great features that Queen City Clay has now including their kid’s studio. Kids’ art classes begin in the fall; head online to check out their art enrichment classes for ages 4 - 16 including clay, pottery wheel, drawing, painting,

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street dance class, and give it a go; enrollment based, no ballet experience required. Choose one of five specific classes, and take control of your dance education. Ballet Moves: Supports students with special needs (including autism, Down syndrome and cerebral palsy) has significantly expanded. Now with CB’s new facility, they have a studio designed uniquely for special needs students with a number of classes and offerings. Grand Opening Event - A family-friendly academy open house as part of the grand opening of their new facility! Keep a lookout for more information to come, it’s FREE! Take a trial class, watch a performance while enjoying food and music. Sunday, September 19; head to their website for more information in the works and to sign up for classes in advance. Plus, their 2021-2022 season delivers a broad array of family-friendly performances – see “Family Performances” on this page for details. West Chester Academy 513-829-2345 8107 Market Place Drive West Chester, Oh westchesteracademy.com Classes from gymnastics, to dance to theatre, WCA has it for all ages and interests whether in-person or online. Currently their protocol includes parent drop-off at the front door, and parents can watch their kids in action through their new TV app. WCA offers private lessons for all ages in piano, acoustic and electric guitar and more; music classes including Music Pups for children up to 5 years old, Music for Young Children for ages 5 and older; Instructional Dance classes for ages 2 and older and tons more! Cincinnati Shakespeare Company 513-381-2273 1195 Elm St. Cincinnati, Oh cincyshakes.com Free Shakespeare in the Park is back! This FREE Shakespeare in the Park tour is the only profes-

sional outdoor theatre opportunity of its kind in Cincinnati each summer, attracting more than 10,000 patrons and bigger than ever this year performing at over 40 area parks; through September 12. Clifton Cultural Arts Center 513-497-2860 2728 Short Vine St. Cincinnati, Oh cliftonculturalarts.org CCAC has expanded their visual arts classes for kids to include Maker Kits featuring supplies and instructions for fun at-home projects; and after-school classes and weekend workshops starting up in September (the full lineup was recently announced, head to their website to check it out!). To save the best news for last, they are currently in the midst of a capital campaign to build a new facility! Their new, 18,000-square-foot permanent home will reside right in the heart of Clifton where they will host performances, classes, exhibitions and gatherings for all ages and backgrounds. Contemporary Arts Center 6th St., Cincinnati, Oh 513-345-8400 contemporaryartscenter. org This fall, CAC’s Thursday Art Play begins a new outdoor series, Art Play Hike, in partnership with the Cincinnati Parks! Families will explore one of Cincinnati’s amazing parks, take part in hands-on art making, get active with yoga and more! Plus, they offer a School Outreach Program that provides an intensive multi-layered experience with contemporary art for students second - 12th grade. Beginning in September through May, 2022, the yearlong program comprises an in-school orientation, two guided visits to CAC exhibitions, an exhibition-related classroom project taught by a local artist and a visit to an artist’s studio in the spring.

Cincinnati Art Museum 953 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, Oh 513-721-2787 cincinnatiartmuseum.org With Artist Workshops the third Saturday of the month; and Studio Classes taught weekly at the Rosenthal Education Center to help you become a better artist (both recommended for ages 6 and older), there is so much for families to experience! In addition, check out their See Play Learn Kits that help promote learning while families explore the CAM; includes a clear tote equipped with sketchpad, puppet, flashcards and more to make it a fun and educational experience. Check their website for details on their current virtual activities including Baby Tours which they hope to bring back in-person in 2022; join their Baby Tour mailing list for up-to-date information. The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati 513-569-8080 4015 Red Bank Road Cincinnati, Oh thechildrenstheatre.com TCT’s MainStage shows are back at the Taft Theatre stage – see “Family Performances” on this page for the lineup! Plus, they will be the first theater to produce and present, The Wiz Jr. at the Taft, April 2022. Subscriptions and their new Flex Passes are now on sale now with single tickets going on sale August 23. Their digital programming is also expanding on Broadway on Demand including Jacqueline and the Beanstalk, Harriet Tubman: Straight Up Outta’ the Underground and more! These fabulous productions will be available online, plus many of these same titles will be touring live this year! Register now for TCT Academy classes for their fall session; in-person classes begin on Sept. 7; session includes Academy Live which combines instruction with the opportunity to perform in a fully-staged musical with props, costumes and sets; this fall’s show will be Heathers The Musical (High School Edition).

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Here are shows to look forward to in the upcoming season. A Christmas Carol Nov. 24 - Dec. 30 Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Marx Theatre 962 Mt. Adams Cir., Cincinnati, Oh cincyplay.com The Nutcracker Dec. 16 - 26 Cincinnati Ballet Music Hall 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Oh cballet.org Disney’s Descendents Oct. 9 - 17 The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati The Taft Theatre 317 E 5th St., Cincinnati, Oh thechildrenstheatre.com Elf The Musical Jr. Dec. 4 - 13 The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati The Taft Theatre 317 E 5th St., Cincinnati, Oh thechildrenstheatre.com The Nutcracker Nov. 27, 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. Clifton Cultural Arts Center E. T. Carson Lodge 218 Ludlow Ave., Cincinnati, Oh cliftonculturalarts.org Wicked (ages 8 and older) Nov. 17 - Dec. 5 Broadway in Cincinnati Aronoff Center for the Arts 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Oh cincinnati.broadway.com Hairspray (ages 8 and older) Jan. 4 - 9, 2022 Broadway in Cincinnati Aronoff Center for the Arts 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Oh cincinnati.broadway.com Disney’s Frozen (ages 8 and older) April 20 - May 1, 2022 Broadway in Cincinnati Aronoff Center for the Arts 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Oh cincinnati.broadway.com Snow White Family Series April 7 - 10, 2022 Cincinnati Ballet Aronoff Center for the Arts 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Oh cballet.org

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CATCH A MOVIE WITH THE KIDS Movies under the stars are all the rage. Check it out:

HOLLYWOOD DRIVE-IN THEATER: $20 a Carload 1538 Cedar Ave., Cincinnati — movies start at 9:15 — Aug. 6: Godzilla vs. Kong Aug. 7: Clueless Aug. 13: Guardians of the Galaxy Aug. 14: Shrek Aug. 21: The Greatest Showman & Finding Nemo Aug. 27: The Princess Bride Aug. 28: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

WASHINGTON PARK SUMMER CINEMA: FREE 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati — movies start at 9 — Aug. 4: Guardians of the Galaxy Aug. 11: Stomp the Yard Aug. 25: The Princess Bride

MOONLIGHT MOVIE NIGHT: FREE ArtsConnect, 9158 Winton Road, Cincinnati — opens at 8 — Aug. 16: Scoob! Aug. 27: Raya & The Last Dragon

Find even more family movie nights tucked inside the THINGS TO DO family calendar!

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DAILY EVENTS sun 1 FREE BLUE ASH NATURE PARK STORYWALK Take a walk through the park and read a story, too! Blue Ash Nature Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash; all monthlong, daily; blueash.com.

BUTTERFLIES OF BALI (register) Krohn’s 25th anniversary Butterfly Show. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; daily through September 6, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; 513-421-4086 or cincinnatiparks. com/krohn.

FREE CINCINNATI OPERA STORYBOOK HOUR (register) Teaching Artists will read The Magic Flute and perform selections plus a craft. Hebron Branch BCPL, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington; 2 p.m.; 859342-2665 or bcpl.org.

EVERYTHING THOMAS Train activities and crafts. EnterTRAINment Junction, 7379 Squire Court, West Chester; Sun 12 - 6 p.m., Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; $14.95 adults, $11.95 ages 3 - 12 and seniors 65+, free for ages 2 and younger; 513-898-8000 or entertrainmentjunction.com.

The Asian Food Festival returns with authentic foods, entertainment, children’s activities and more.

who call the water system home. Sharon Woods/Sharon Centre, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville; 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.; valid vehicle pass required to enter park; 513-563-4513 or greatparks.org.

FREE GLIER’S GOETTA FEST Treats, booths, a kids’ tent with games and more. Aug 1; and Aug. 5 - 8. Riverboat Row, 1 Levee Way, Newport; 5 p.m.; food and drink available for purchase; see website for schedule; goettafest.com.

FREE GREAT PARKS STORY TIME: WET & WILD A story adventure and animal encounter. Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mount Hope Road, Harrison; 10 - 11 a.m., 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-521-7275 or greakparks.org.

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Live music, food trucks, vendor booths. Fort Thomas Mess Hall lawn, 801 Cochran Ave., Fort Thomas; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 859572-1209 or ftthomas.org.

Tropical island music at Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati; 2 - 5 p.m.; 513-2328230 or coneyislandpark.com/ events.

FREE FRESHWATER & BIODIVERSITY: CREEK HUNTING (register) Learn about the animals

mon 2 FREE JAZZ IN THE PARK Weekly jazz presented by PPG

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Paints.Washington Park’s Porch, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 6 - 9 p.m.; washingtonpark.org.

tue 3 FREE BALLOON TWISTING WITH LOONEY BALLOONEY Amazing balloon art. Elmwood Place Branch, 6120 Vine St., Cincinnati; 10 - 11 a.m.; 513-3694452 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE EDGEWOOD SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Live music on Tuesday nights; 283 Dudley Road, Edgewood; 7 p.m.; edgewoodky.gov.

FAMILY CAMPFIRES AT THE J Bring chairs for a campfire, s’mores and games. Mayerson JCC Baseball Fields, 8485 Ridge Ave., Cincinnati; 7 - 8:30 p.m.; $6 public, $3 J members; 513722-7245 or mayersonjcc.org/ programs/youth-family-events.

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FREE STORY TIME AT KING ARTHUR’S COURT Stories and popcorn at King Arthur’s Court, 3040 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; 513531-4600 or kingarthurstoys. com.

wed 4 FREE OUTDOOR STORY TIME DRIVE IN (register) Register by the carload. Monfort Heights Branch, 3825 West Fork Road, Cincinnati; 9:30 9:45 a.m.; 513-369-4472 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE WASHINGTON PARK SUMMER CINEMA

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FREE WEDNESDAYS IN THE WOODS Food vendors, a kids’ art corner and beverages available from HighGrain Brewing Co. Burnet Woods Bandstand, 3251 Brookline Ave., Cincinnati; 7 - 9 p.m.; 513-497-2860 or cliftonculturalarts.org/events/ signature-event-series/ wednesdays-in-the-woods.

thu 5 MUSIC @ BCM 2021 Weekly concerts in a variety of musical styles. Devou Park, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 6 - 9 p.m.; $5 adults, free for children; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

FREE POP UP IN THE PARK Spend some time in the parks of Blue Ash and grab a prepackaged activity! First Thursday of the month, Oakwood Park (5589 Idalia Ave.), Second Thursday of the month, Hunt Park (9385 Floral Ave.), Third Thursday of the month, Nature Park (4335 Glendale Milford Road). Blue Ash; 10 - 11:30 a.m.; facebook.com/ blueashrecreation.

Milford; 7:30 p.m.; $10 nonmembers, includes daily admission; $5 members; 513831-1711 or cincynature.org.

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PIRATE CRUISE An afternoon cruise for the entire family. BB Riverboats, 101 Riverboat Row, Newport; 3 4:30 p.m.; $28 adults, $23 ages 4 - 12 years old; 800-261-8586 or bbriverboats.com.

sat 7 FREE ANTI-BULLYING WORKSHOP (register)

Concerts Thursdays through September 2. Schmidlapp Event Lawn, East Mehring Way, Cincinnati; 6 - 10 p.m.; 513-3572604 or cincinnatiparks.com.

Kids will learn about bullying and self-defense. Cinci Martial Arts. Loveland Branch, 649 Loveland Madeira Road, Loveland; 1 - 2:30 p.m., 3 4:30 p.m.; 513-369-4476 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

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Hands-on art making. Washington Park’s Porch, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; drop-in program with limited space, arrive early; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org/ calendar/2021/08/05/thursdayart-play-on-display.

TODDLER THURSDAYS AT DIG ‘N PLAY A huge sand table, a giant three-story play structure and more. Dig ‘N Play, 9405 Cincinnati Columbus Road; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $4 for toddlers two and younger; 513-847-1055 or dignplay.com.

fri 6 GOODNIGHT FIREFLIES (register) An evening stories among the fireflies! Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road,

Symphony 3?”Devou Park, 1201 Park Drive, Covington; 7:30 p.m.; $5 recommended donation; 859431-6216 or kyso.org.

FREE SAWYER POINT SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Music featuring numerous bands. Sawyer Point, 705 East Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati; 1:45 - 10:15 p.m.; 513-3572604 or cincinnatiparks.com/ calendar/#start_date=2021-0801.

FREE STONELICK STAR GAZES Bring a telescope to learn about astronomy. Stonelick State Park, 2895 Lake Drive, Pleasant Plain; 8:30 p.m.; 513321-5186 or facebook.com/ StonelickStargazers.

FREE SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK Bring chairs for the Comet Bluegrass All-Stars. Fernbank Park, 50 Thornton Ave., Cincinnati; 7 - 9 p.m.; vehicle pass required to enter park;

513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

sun 8 FREE KIDCHELLA 2021 Our fun, family-friendly music festival. Live performances by Zak Morgan, Miss Joanie and more; giveaways, tasty treats from The Mobile Cone, an amazing playground, vendor booths and more! Cottell Park, 5847 Irwin Simpson Road, Mason; 1 - 5 p.m.; cincinnatifamilymagazine.com.

NATURE PLAYSCAPE 10TH ANNIVERSARY POPSICLE & SPLASH PARTY (register) Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 2 - 4 p.m.; $9 adults, $4 children; free for members; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

thu 12 FREE MOONLIGHT MOVIE NIGHT

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Food from local vendors, entertainment and kidfriendly activities. Second St., Cincinnati; 12 p.m.; asianfoodfest.org.

FREE CITY FLEA 2021 Vendors, food trucks and more. Washington Park, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; thecityflea. com.

FESTIVAL ON THE LAKE Live music, a kid’s zone, craft vendors and more. AJ Jolly Park, 1565 Race Track Road, Alexandria; 4 - 11 p.m.; $5 general admission, free for ages 12 and younger; campellcountyky. gov.

FREE KSO’S 27TH SUMMER SERIES CONCERTS “Who Spiked the

The Madcap Puppets Perform Pinnochio Aug. 14 at Memorial Hall.

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THINGS TO DO FREE THURSDAY ART PLAY Creepy crawlers! Kids will design a bug box and make prints. Washington Park’s Porch, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 10:30 a.m.; arrive early; 513-3458400 or contemporaryartscenter. org/play-creepy-crawlers.

fri 13 MUSIC UNDER THE STARS: SUMMERTIME FUN Woodwind musicperformed by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Greenacres Arts Center, 8400 Blome Road, Cincinnati; 6 p.m.; $15, free for ages 5 and younger; 513-3813300 or cincinnatisymphony. org.

sat 14 FREE KIDS MYSTERY FISH CHALLENGE (register) Kids 16 and younger can try to catch a tagged fish for a trophy! Bring your own fishing pole; bait available for purchase. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Cincinnati; 9 - 11 a.m.; vehicle pass required to enter park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE MUSIC AT THE ESPLANADE Grab a quick meal from a food truck and enjoy a free community concert with the family. Castellini Esplanade, West Mehring Way, Cincinnati; 5 - 7 p.m.; 513-357-2604 or cincinnatiparks.com.

FREE O.F.F. MARKET Artisans, brewers, bakers and farmers. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; theoffmarket.org.

FREE PINOCCHIO The Madcap Puppets perform this classic tale at 12 or 2 p.m.; Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm St., Cincinnati; register online; 51320 august 2021

977-8838 or memorialhallotr. com/cincinnati-shows/pinocchio.

sun 15 CLASSICAL ROOTS 20TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT Join the CSO’s John Morris Russell for an anniversary concert that celebrates and amplifies black composers, artists and musicians. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati; 4 p.m.; tickets starting at $14; 513-744-3344 or cincinnatisymphony.org.

wed 18 FREE STORY TIME IN THE CHILDREN’S GARDEN Bring a blanket to the Arboretum Children’s Garden. Central Park and Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Road, Union; 10 a.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl. org.

FREE TOYOTA PRESENTS SUMMIT CINEMA Grab a spot on the great lawn for movie night with the family. See website for listings. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash; 7:30 p.m.; movies begin at dusk; summitparkblueash.com.

thu 19 FREE AULT PARK SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL Enjoy an evening at the park with kids’ activities from 6 - 8 p.m. Sapphire Express performs. Ault Park, Observatory Circle, Cincinnati; 6 - 10 p.m.; aultparkac.com.

FREE THURSDAY ART PLAY: ON THE GO Learn how to create art using movement. Washington Park’s Porch, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; arrive early; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org/ calendar/2021/08/12/thursdayart-play-creepy-crawlers.

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FREE LINTON MUSIC: OUTDOOR MUSICAL ADVENTURE (register)

Craft and art vendors will be on site at 5 p.m; Shrek starts at 7. Miami Whitewater Forest Harbor, 9001 Mt Hope Road, Harrison; 5 p.m.; vehicle permit required for park entry; 513521-7275 or greatparks.org/ calendar/special-events/moviesin-the-park.

sat 21 FREE GREAT PARKS SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK Music by Ben Levin, craft vendors, food and drinks. Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mt. Hope Road, Crosby Township; 7 p.m.; valid vehicle permit is required for park entry; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

PRINCESS CRUISE (register) Dance and meet fairy tale princesses! BB Riverboats, 101 Riverboat Row, Newport; 12 - 2 p.m.; $28 adults, $23 ages 4 12 years old; 800-261-8586 or bbriverboats.com.

mon 23 FREE OUTDOOR STORY TIME: PATRICK’S PARK TALES Enjoy the park with songs and stories. Patrick Wolterman Memorial Park, 5943 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati; 7 - 8 p.m.; 513369-6900 or cincinnatilibrary. org.

thu 26 FREE THURSDAY ART PLAY: SUMMER SENDOFF

Kids can craft and take home a treat. Washington Park’s Porch, 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org/ calendar/2021/08/26/thursdayart-play-summer-sendoff.playcreepy-crawlers. Your #1 Hometown Family Resource

An instrument safari at 9:30 or 11 a.m. Main Library BCPL, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington; peanutbutterandjam. org/event/outdoor-musicalsafari-6; 859-342-2665 or bcpl. org.

FREE MUSIC ON MARKET STREET A family-friendly concert; kids will love the fenced-in playground. Union Village Square, 3855 Lower Market St., Lebanon; 5 - 8 p.m.; 513-3835627 or unionvillageohio.com.

sat 28 NATURE PAINTING EXTRAVAGANZA (register) Use paints to create a BIG painting. Cincinnati Nature Center/ Nature PlayScape, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 1 - 2 p.m.; included in daily admission, $9 adults, $4 children, free for members; 513-321-6070 or cincynature. org.

sun 29 MAKER TRADES: PIONEER TOYMAKER (register) Old-fashioned toys. Shawnee Lookout, 2008 Lawrenceburg, North Bend; 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.; $5 per craft, vehicle permit is required; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

tue 31 KINGS OF LEON Rock out at Riverbend with the When You See Yourself tour. Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati; 7:30 p.m.; tickets starting at $45; 513-232-5882 or riverbend.centercincinnati.org.

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