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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SYMPOSIUM Saturday, October 16, 2010, 8:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Attendees are invited to select from an array of today’s most intriguing topics for children from birth to age 10 during a foursession breakout forum following a keynote address. This event is free and open to the public, walk-ins welcome. A complimentary box lunch will be provided to those who register by 10/14/10.
Keynote Speaker: JoAnn Deak, Ph.D. Nationally acclaimed educator, psychologist and author “Current Brain Research and How It Informs Parenting”
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· The Power of Positive Parenting - Making mindful and purposeful connections · World Language Acquisition for Children - ¿Puede tu niño de tres años hablar español? · Montessori Education in the Modern World - Supporting the Montessori child at home · The Wide World of Sports - What every parent needs to know! · Is My Child Gifted or Just Smart? - Key attributes of giftedness · Bully Proofing Our Children - Equipping your child with resiliency skills · The Magic Blend - Curiosity and Scientific Discovery Other topics include: Speech and Language Milestones for Young Children; Navigating the System-Identifying and Supporting Children with Challenges in Learning and Attention; Exploring Nature in Children’s Lives-Returning to the Great Outdoors; The Video Game Craze and Malaise; Understanding The World of Assessments; Selecting Age-Appropriate Literature; Exploring The Young Child's Development Through Art and Music; and many more. Presenters will include faculty from area colleges and universities, Summit faculty, psychologists, a former NBA player, literacy, science, learning, and world language specialists, along with members of the fine arts community. Pre-registration preferred by registering on-line at www.summitcds.org or by calling 871-4700, ext. 261. Walk-ins welcome.
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Pediatric Dentistry Thankfully, local dentists gear their businesses for the pint-sized set.
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Illusionist Stephen Knight brings original haunted magic to his show on Thursday, Oct. 28, and enjoy a slew of other family events this month.
7 FYI: local news for you Local Briefs: Cincinnati Family’s Education and Enrichment Fair, giveaways and more. Kids’ Health: Teens music volume, “be healthy, be active,” and a new resource center for parents. Family Getaway: Fall hiking at Shawnee Lookout in North Bend, Ohio.
Cincinnati Family Advisory Board Jack Collopy Executive Director Hamilton County Educational Service Center Missy Kucia Children’s Program Director, Cincinnati Sports Club Shannon Kloo Director of Early Childhood Services Children’s Home of Cincinnati Cathy Heizman Executive Director, Child Advocacy Center Betti Hinton Executive Director, FamiliesFORWARD Kris Mooney Early Childhood Program Developer Duke Energy Children’s Museum at Cincinnati Museum Center Susie Louiso Executive Director, Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati
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ometimes the interwoven tapestry of family life can resemble something more like a crazy quilt. Day in and day out is always shaped irregularly and the zigzags make it impossible to find any pattern. I like that. I like that you can’t control
what’s happening around you even as much as you try. It’s a game, all of this stuff that goes into raising kids, only there is no winning and losing, there’s only trying to make the best possible play. The fall season with all of the various goings-on with school and sports is a good example of a crazy quilt, I thought, way past 9 o’clock at night ducking into Walgreens to pick up a one-inch binder for my son who lost one. I hope nobody sees me, I thought. What kind of a mom is prowling Walgreens at this hour on a school night? This one. As much as I’d like to tell you that I am flawless
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the first crazy quilt was ever stitched. All of that painstaking stitchery and perfection-seeking just didn’t matter! When the days get too long (like when you’re blindsided by missing binders at 9 p.m.) or when the sleeping is brief (like when your head seems to just hit the pillow and the school morning alarm goes off), you need something to sustain you. You need something to wrap around your shoulders. For all of your efforts to remember every little thing you want to tell your kids, for all of your simmerings to cook delicious meals, add softener to the bath towels, sort through drawers changing summer for fall, all of it, every day big or small ... that’s the crazy quilt. Wrap yourself in it. When it all makes you nutty (“Mom, I lost my binder”), know that his
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entire story is woven to your own. You need to remember that your family is one, big, gorgeously frayed, marvelously accented, crazy quilt. And your job is to keep its stitchery in place. Email me your thoughts and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you! susan@daycommail.com
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Suburban pediatrics is now offering a breastfeeding class that will educate parents regarding basic breastfeeding techniques and common preventable problems that will help make this very special time for you and your baby more enjoyable. The class will be taught by one of our certified lactation consultants/ pediatric nurse practitioners who will also be available to provide support and guidance on breast feeding issues and caring for your newborn in the postpartum period.
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new arts in town Check out these new studios for your budding artists! Whistle Stop Clay Works Located in Loveland’s historic district at 119 Harrison St., Whistle Stop Clay Works offers after-school programs and morning classes for homeschoolers, as well as special events, parties and more. Call 513-683-CLAY (2529) or visit whistlestopclayworks.com.
Miss Bridgette’s Dance Studio and Theatre Company Located at 1029 Melayn St., Lebanon, Miss Bridgette’s offers everything from tap and jazz to beginning theatre, a parent/child class and competition teams. Call 513-3171082 or visit missbridgettesdancestudio.com.
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urious about private schools in the area for your child? Then don’t miss Cincinnati Family’s Education and Enrichment Fair Saturday, Nov. 6, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Sycamore Plaza in Kenwood. Meet representatives from schools, check out after-school activities for kids and enjoy performances from Clifton Performance Theatre. Plus, register for great prizes! Find out more at cincinnatifamilymagazine.com.
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our Cincinnati women — Dianne Dunkelman, Founder and CEO of Clever Crazes for Kids; Marilyn Shazor, CEO of Metro; S. Kay Geiger, Regional President for PNC Bank; and Melody Sawyer Richardson, community volunteer — raised more than $100,000 for the YWCA of Greater Cincinnati’s Battered Women’s Shelter. The ladies doubled their fundraising goal, helping the YWCA move forward with the shelter’s expansion, first initiated in 2008 with a grant from the Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile Foundation. The YWCA still seeks help. Monetary donations are ideal. To learn more, call 513-241-7090 or visit ywcacincinnati.org. (please turn the page)
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nfant Swim Resource (ISR), which offers self-rescuing swim lessons for babies and children ages 6 months to 6 years, has a new instructor, Lisa Feldman, and new locations for the fall. Lessons are now available in Mason, Milford, Anderson Township and Blue Ash, with more lessons available in Fairfield in the spring. Visit isrcincinnati.com for a schedule at each location and to read a bio of Feldman. Babies can learn how to self-rescue in water through Infant Swim Resource (ISR) — isrcincinnati.com.
full moon walks at the nature center
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he Cincinnati Nature Center’s after-school kids’ programs may fill up fast, but you can still get your child into nature through the center’s various programs. Participate in the Full Moon Walks, for example. Led by Executive Director Bill Hopple, full moon walks are recommended for ages 8 and older. The next one takes place Friday, Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Long Branch Farm & Trails in Goshen. Preregistration is required and members are free. Non-members cost $5. Check out all of what the Nature Center’s two locations have to offer your family by heading to cincynature.org.
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incinnati natives Jeff and Michael Morris have compiled 100 spooky spots around Cincinnati — everything from cemeteries to haunted bridges — in Cincinnati Haunted Handbook (Clerisy Press, $15.95). The book includes historical overviews, directions, and visiting advice. Family-friendly spots are marked, making it easy to create haunted adventures for younger goblins. Learn more at the brothers’ web site, miamitownghosttours. com, where you can also schedule a ghostly tour.
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he YMCA of Greater Cincinnati’s mentoring program seeks positive adult role models to encourage kids ages 6 - 18 to have confidence, develop life skills and character values. Mentors help kids create a goal plan and learn about helping others through service learning projects. Training and support is given to mentors who are asked to spend 1 - 3 hours a week for one year with students at one of the YMCA’s branches or the student’s school. For details, call the Community Services YMCA at 513-961-3200.
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recent study from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), found that one in five teens suffer from mild hearing loss, up nearly five percent from teens who participated in a similar study from 1988 - 1994. The loss is mostly in highfrequency hearing, meaning that excessive noise may be the culprit, although researchers did not specifically blame iPods or other MP3 players. But while teens aren’t necessarily listening to their music any louder than previous generations, they might be listening longer. OSHA determined that you can listen safely to noise at 85 decibels for eight hours — and for every five-decibel increase in noise, listening time should be cut in half. Parents should also make sure that their children’s ear buds fit tightly — otherwise, kids may crank up the volume in order to block background noise. Learn more about hearing safety at osha.gov.
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arents of children with autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, AD/HD, and learning disabilities have a new resource to support them. The Brain Balance Achievement Center of Cincinnati takes a nonpharmaceutical approach to neurobehavioral disorders through what founder Dr. Robert Melillo terms Hemispheric Integration Therapy (HIT). HIT focuses on the idea that when a child has a neurobehavioral disorder, the two halves of the child’s brain are not operating in sync or are even completely disconnected. Using individualized, multi-sensory activities, HIT aims to reconnect the brain’s two halves and restore some of the imbalance the child experiences. The Center is operated by Greg Marischen, a traumatic brain injury survivor whom doctors said would never walk or regain the use of his right arm and leg. “I was in a wheelchair for about six months and have been walking since,” he says. “The human brain can re-learn and re-wire itself to adapt to new conditions and stimuli, I’m living proof of that. The neurological issues these children face are no different than the brain injury I suffered. If I can help these children recover as so many people helped me, then that is what I have to do.” Learn more about the Center, HIT, and upcoming seminars at brainbalancecenters.com.
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ead to Sheakley Lawn in Varsity Village on Saturday, Oct. 16 when the Be Healthy, Be Active! celebration takes place presented by the Junior League of Cincinnati. With a focus on healthy living, the event is for all ages and takes place on the University of Cincinnati campus. The fun starts at 8:30 a.m. when kids can warm up with the Bearcat athletes and cheerleaders before their race begins. The Junior Leagues’ Kids in the Kitchen team will be on hand with healthy cooking and exercise demonstrations and everyone can enjoy music entertainment, face painting and more. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. for the adults race starting at 8:30. The Kids’ race starts at 9:15. Adult racers are $35 or $30 in advance; kids are $15 or $10 in advance. Fees include parking at Corry Garage. The University is located at 2624 Clifton Ave. For more information, call 513-556-6000 or visit the Junior League online at jlcincinnati.org.
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fall hiking at shawnee lookout B Y barbara littn e r david
Autumn is a great time to get outside and enjoy nature with the family.
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e peered out over the tops of trees, scanning the sky, land and river below. Spying into the distance at Shawnee Lookout, we experienced the past, surveying the area just as Hopewell Indians did 2,000 years ago. We were hiking on the Blue Jacket trail of Shawnee Lookout, one of Hamilton County’s more modest parks boasting historical significance as “the largest continuously occupied hilltop settlement established by any Native American group.” New evidence found by teams of researchers from the University of Cincinnati show direct links from the ancient Hopewells to the Shawnee people who lived there during the American Revolution. The kids didn’t quite feel my sense of historical awe. They just like to hike. They love to climb, explore, and crunch leaves, and a fall hike gives kids a chance to do just that. Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky are blessed with a park system that treats nearly every neighborhood to refreshing green space. Many of the parks include a wide variety of recreational activities, from pony rides to Frisbee golf, and more, but sometimes those extra amenities can detract from the parks’ greatest gifts: a walk in the woods. I browsed the Internet first to find a map of the trails. The maps are also available at the visitor’s center, but I find it’s a good idea to look at the links listed below to get an idea of how long the trails are, and their difficulty level, before heading out. The links also help with finding the trail, so that when you get to the park, you know where to go. We drove into Shawnee Lookout and followed signs past the golf course and playground to the Blue Jacket Trail. While I preached on legendary Shawnee leader Blue Jacket, and the mystery surrounding his ancestry (was he really Marmaduke Van Swearingen before Shawnees captured and adopted him?), the kids grabbed our water bottles and headed into the forest. Tall prairie grasses and bunches of beautiful wildflowers attracted more butterflies than I’d ever seen — outside of the Krohn Butterfly show. They flitted around us throughout the hike, often drawing our attention to the beautiful blue sky, albeit with radio towers and signs warning “Danger High Voltage.” We found it hot in the sunshine, but felt comfortable most of the time, since much of the trail was beneath a canopy of trees. While our dry summer dried up the creek beds (normally a magnet for my bunch), I didn’t mind the missing mud. At a fork in the trail, my daughter directed that we go “to the left and into the shadows.” It proved a wise decision since we headed down steep steps, and not up them, when the trail circled around. Most of the trail, marked as “moderate” proved pretty easy to walk, and we even decided that a rugged stroller would be able to make it, as long as there were two people to manage it on the stairs. Along the way, we took time to relax on the benches, look under rocks, read some signs about the birds and animals of the forest, and just enjoy nature’s quiet beauty. 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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Thursdays-Sundays in October Doors open at 7:00 October 23rd and 24th Kids Matinee Lights on and masks off 3:00-5:00 p.m. $2 for kids 10 and under costumes encouraged Visit www.srsdeaf.org for more info and discounts. (513) 771-7600
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Fall Family Fun Let Greater Cincinnati bewitch you this fall season!
Fall Fests Wee Folk Festival (Oct. 2)
Fairies, princesses and princes can don their fantasy finery for a parade, musicians and street entertainers along the Sixth Street Promenade in Mainstrasse Village, Covington from 12 - 5 p.m. free. Visit thedoorsofmainstrassevillage.blogspot.com.
Harvest Festival (Oct. 16)
This festival includes treats, a costume parade, face painting and pumpkins. Visit all the booths at Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd. in Mason from 12 - 3 p.m. and get a voucher for a free pumpkin. free. Call 513-459-6131 or visit wholefoodsmarket. com/mason.
Minges Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 16, 17)
Celebrate 26 years of pie eating, arts and crafts, and children’s games, along with new bands and live entertainment at the Minges Pumpkin Festival, 10109 New Haven Road, Harrison, on Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., and Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Admission is $5, free for ages 12 and younger. Call 513-367-0931 or visit mingespumpkinfest.com.
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Fall-O-Ween Festival (Oct. 2, 3, 9, 10)
Check out a petting zoo, pony rides, the Madcap Puppet Theatre, a trick-or-treat trail and Coney’s Classic Rides at Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave. from 12 - 6 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, and $7 for ages 12 and younger. Call 513-232-8230 or visit coneyislandpark.com.
Howl-O-Ween (Oct. 17)
This is a day for the dogs — bring your pooch in his Halloween costume for a parade, vendor exhibits, and prizes, including prizes for best costume for large and small dogs, best theme (multiple dogs) and best costume for dogs and their owners. Head over to Voice of America Park Lodge, 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester at 2 p.m. Admission is free, but a motor vehicle permit ($3) is required. Call 513-777-7895.
Sunflower Festival at Gorman Heritage Farm (Oct. 2, 3)
Stroll through the farm’s crop of sunflowers, then enjoy hayrides, music, food and crafts, children’s activities and games. The festival takes place from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and ages 3 - 17. Call 513-563-6663 or visit gormanfarm.org.
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Farm Fun & More Benton Farms 11946 Old Lexington Pike, Walton 859-485-7000 bentonfamilyfarm.webs.com Take a hay ride to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkins on Saturdays and Sundays in October from 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Visit and feed barnyard animals and try our corn maze. Have fun at our fourthgeneration family farm. Admission is $7 per adult; FREE for ages 3 and younger. Check our website for special events like sheep shearing and cow milking demonstrations. You want a real farm, come see us! Pumpkins, horse rides are extra charge. The Black Barn 1161 West Main St., Lebanon 513-932-2093 Come enjoy FREE hayrides and corn maze every Saturday and Sunday in October. Includes face painting and pumpkin decorating. Hayrides are 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., weekends only. Farm market includes apples, cider, pumpkins, mums, pansies, straw bales, Amish jams and jellies, old fashioned candies, corn shocks and more. The Black Barn is open seven days a week, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Located one west of Historic Downtown Lebanon. Blooms & Berries Farm Market’s Fall on the Farm 9669 St. Rt. 48, Loveland 513-697-9173 • fallonthefarm.com Get lost in our 7-acre ‘Explore Cincy’ Corn Maze. Travel the paths and find the Cincinnati stations for a prize. Take a hay ride tour of the farm and pumpkin town (with visiting pumpkin circus) and pick your own pumpkin.Visit the play area and straw maze, or visit farm animals and enjoy a caramel apple. Saturdays, 10 a.m - 6 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Parking, admission, and play area free; maze and other attractions purchased individually. Bonnybrook Farms Fall Farm Days 3779 St. Rt. 132, Clarksville, OH 45113 BonnybrookFarms.com Adventure hayrides, Barnyard Hunt, Horseshoe Hill Tunnel, Pick-Your-Own Pumpkin Patch, Pony Rides, Huge Farmyard Play area, Crazed Corn Maze, Clodhopper Golf, Pumpkin Coloring Contest now through Oct. 31 from 12 - 5:30 p.m. GREAT birthday parties all year.
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Join the Haunted Hocking Investigative Team to explore Ash Cave and camp out at Old Man’s Cave Campground, complete with pumpkin decorating, a family movie, trick or treat and hayrides. Or, head up to the Hills on Oct. 23 for a ride on the Boo Train, where kids will meet funny and slightly spooky characters. Call 800-462-5454 or visit 1800Hocking.com.
Circleville Pumpkin Show (Oct. 20 - 23)
Take a drive to Circleville, Ohio, for one of the country’s oldest fairs, featuring contests for the largest pumpkin (last year’s winning pumpkin weighed more than 1,600 pounds!), live entertainment, the world’s largest pumpkin pie, parades, story times, craft demonstrations, and fair food galore. Visit pumpkinshow.com.
Halloween Crafts at Home Hand Print Spiders (ages 0 - 3):
Spoon a bowl of hot navy bean soup before watching the parade, hitting the carnival rides, or catching the music from the main festival stage. A special KidZone features face painting and an extreme magic show. It’s just a short drive to Rising Sun, Indiana. Call 812-438-2750 or visit navybeanfestival.org.
Grab colored paper and black Tempera or poster paint. Paint your child’s four fingers and palm, but not his thumb! Press the painted hand onto the paper with fingers pointing to the edge. Paint the other had and press it to the paper in the opposite direction. Glue on wiggly eyes (or jewels for lady spiders) and let your imagination decorate the rest of the page.
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Haunted Halloween Trail (Oct. 15)
Older kids are invited to this torch-lit trail full of ghosts, goblins and witches. Prepare to be scared at Middleton-Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington from 7 - 11 p.m. Admission is free, but a canned good donation is appreciated. Call 859-525-PLAY (7529) or visit kentoncounty.org.
Howl-O-Fest (Sat, Sun in Oct.)
Little goblins are invited to Kings Island, Kings Island Drive in Mason, for a huge party that includes costume parades, trick-or-treat candy shops, a pumpkin patch, dance parties, a backyard BOO-BQ, a hay maze and more. Check it out from 12 - 5 p.m. on Saturdays, and 12 - 5:30 p.m. on Sundays throughout October. Admission is $27.99 for adults, and $25.99 for children under 48 inches tall. Visit howlofest.visitkingsisland.com.
Magic Forest Halloween Hikes (Oct. 22, 23)
Walk through a pumpkin-lit trail and meet some costumed characters from nature and history in this non-scary walk designed for ages 3 - 10. One-hour hikes start at 7 p.m. and leave every 15 minutes at Caldwell Nature Preserve, 430 West North Bend Road. Admission is $5 per person. RSVP to 513321-6208.
Mix together 1 cup salt, 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 cup water until a dough is formed. Roll dough flat (about one-half of an inch thick), and use cookie cutters to cut out pumpkins, witches, ghosts and other ghoulish figures (if you want to hang your ornaments, make a hole with a toothpick). Bake at 250 degrees for about two hours. Allow to cool overnight. Gather an assortment of acrylic paints and decorate.
Make Your Own Trick-or-Treat Bag (ages 8 and older):
Find Halloween-themed fabric at your local fabric store. Cut the fabric into two identical pieces of any shape (squares and rectangles are the easiest). Pin the pieces together with the outside of the bag facing inwards. Sew the pieces together with a sewing machine or by hand. Make a handle with a strip of fabric approximately one inch thick – fold it in half and pin and sew to the top of the bag. Turn your bag right side out and go trick-or-treating.
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A Paid Advertising Directory Burger Farm and Garden Center 7849 Main St. (St. Rt. 32), Newtown 513-561-8364 • burgerfarms.com The Pumpkin Festival takes place weekends in October and includes hayrides to the pumpkin patch, puppet shows, festival food, rides and bounce houses for children, Pumpkinland, a straw maze, the League of Animal Welfare, and more. Hours are Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Group tours can be arranged Tues. - Fri. ($4 per person, call for reservations). Admission is $2; free parking; straw maze requires a ticket purchase.
See the Ghosts of Pirate Cove at the Newport Aquarium Oct. 23 - 31.
USS Nightmare (Oct. 24)
This super-scary haunted boat tour offers a lights-on matinee from 4 - 6 p.m., which the captain says is perfect for ages 5 - 15 who aren’t ready for a full-on fright. Ticket price is $6, order online at ussnightmare.com.
Ghosts of Pirate Cove (Oct. 23 - 31)
Follow the tale of pirates lost at sea — should they toss their precious cargo or spend eternity on the ocean floor? Meet Cap’n Dubloon and watch the pirates compete for the treasure in an underwater sword fight. Then, check out the Aquarium’s dive team as they carve pumpkins underwater! Crafts and activities, a Disney DVD release party on Oct. 30 and more are all on the schedule. It’s all happening at the Newport Aquarium, 1 Aquarium Way, Newport. Admission is $22 for adults, $15 ages 2 - 12. Four kids ages 2 - 12 and in their Halloween costume can get in for $5 each with every adult paying full price. Get a complete schedule at 859-261-7444 or newportaquarium.com.
Jack-O-Lantern Contest & Walk (Oct. 30)
Carve your best pumpkin and drop it off at the Boone County Arboretum at Central Park, 9190 Camp Ernst Road, for this annual contest. Stop by later that evening for a walk through the park to view all the entries. Pumpkin drop-off is from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.; walk is from 7:30 - 9 p.m. The walk is free, and it costs only $1 to enter your pumpkin. Call the Parks Office at 859-334-2117 or visit boonecountyky.org/ parks.
Totter’s Otterville Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch (Oct. 9, 16)
Join the festivities from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., including a ride on the Pumpkin Express to Totter’s pumpkin patch where kids can pick their own pumpkin to paint. Follow that up with face painting, festival games, roasted marshmallows and some non-scary stories. Admission is $12.95 in advance, or $14.95 on the day of the festival and includes all materials. If you can’t make it on those dates, you can still check out the Pumpkin Express and decorate your own pumpkin all month long. Cost is $2 plus Otterville admission ($7.95); hours are 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Mon - Fri, and 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat and Sun.
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Spooky Spots with the Ducks (Fri, Sat in Oct.)
Ride the Ducks Newport puts a scary spin on its amphibious tours, taking visitors to sight see local ghostly spots in the area, like the Taft Museum, Music Hall, Union Terminal and of course, Bobby Mackey’s Music World. Little ones are given “wacky quackers” to help scare off ghosts! Tours last one hour and are available on Friday and Saturday nights in October at 6 and 7:30 p.m., leaving from Newport on the Levee. Tickets are $15; call 859-815-1423 or visit newportducks.com.
Magic and Music The Magic of Donavan and Jason the Great (Oct. 15)
Two masters of the craft will bring magic and humor to the stage in a show for all ages at 7:30 p.m. at Dixie Heights High School, 3010 Dixie Hwy., Edgewood. Tickets are $10 per person. Visit donavanmagic.com or jasonthegreat.cc.
Spooky Stories (Oct. 29)
Madcap Puppets presents an array of spooky tales with their life-sized puppets at the Westwood Town Hall, 3017 Harrison Ave. Admission is $2 per person, and the performance begins at 6:30 p.m. Call 513662-9109 or visit madcappuppets.com.
Halloween Cabaret (Oct. 14 - 16, 22 - 23)
A two-act musical full of dancing and singing features favorite Halloween tunes like “Monster Mash,” “Dancin’ in the Moonlight,” and “Black Magic Woman.” Loveland Stage Company, 111 South Second St., Loveland at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 14 - 16, 22, 23 and 3 p.m. on Oct. 17 and 24. Tickets are $12 adults, and $10 for students and seniors. Visit lovelandstagecompany.org for a full schedule and to order tickets.
Miracles and Magic (Oct. 23)
Support A Kid Again, an organization devoted to children facing life-threatening illnesses and their families, by checking out the Miracles & Magic show at Mason High School, 6100 Mason-Montgomery Road, at 4 p.m. Premier tickets are $40, adult tickets are $30, and tickets for children are $15. Order online at miraclesandmagic.com.
Calico Children’s Theatre 4200 Clermont College Dr., Batavia 513-558-1215 • ucclermont.edu A UC Clermont College initiative geared toward families with children ages 3 - 13. October 28 at 7 p.m. see Magic of the Night, featuring illusionist Stephen Knight in an original haunted magic show. Full of ghosts and goblins, this one-of-a-kind Halloween event offers thrills and chills for audiences without any blood or gore. (This performance includes spooky costuming and props. Recommended for grades 1 - 8.) Visit us online or give us a call for information about future events. Charlie Cadabra Magic Shows 513-702-4400 •charliecadabra.com Enjoy public magic shows at Winton Woods (10245 Winton Road) on Oct. 1, 8, 15 and 22 at 6:30 p.m.; at the West Chester Fall Festival (Kenner Park, 7211 Barret, West Chester) on Oct. 9 at 1:45 p.m.; and Clark County Public Library (370 South Burns Ave., Winchester) on Oct. 29 at 11 a.m. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s HallZooWeen 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati 513-281-4700 • cincinnatizoo.org Trick-or-treat through the Zoo and watch an Elephant Pumpkin Smash, the Polar Bear Pumpkin Bob, or visit the Beauty Shop of Horrors! Be among the first in the country to view The Wizard of OZ 4-D Experience in the Special FX 4-D Theater! HallZOOween, presented by Frisch’s Big Boy, takes place Oct. 9-10, 16-17, and 23 -24 from 12 - 5 p.m. and is FREE with Zoo Admission ($14/adults, $9/ages 2 - 12, and FREE children under 2). Parking is $7. EnterTrainment Junction 7379 Squire Ct., West Chester 513-898-8000 entertrainmentjunction.com Halloween in a kid-friendly environment; brand new — area’s only indoor Pumpkin Patch, where kids get a free pumpkin, plus Halloweencrafts; well-lit walk-throughs include a no-scare Victorian village with “haunted” rooms, a mirror maze, vortex tunnel and hurricane room; indoor straw maze
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enter to win our incredible grand prize for your entire school! Voted Best Mini Golf in Cincinnati. Bring in this listing and take $1.50 off each round of mini golf. St. Rita Haunted House 1720 Glendale Milford Road, Cincinnati 513-771-7600 • srsdeaf.org Thursdays - Sundays in October; doors open at 7 p.m. October 23 and 24 from 3 - 5 p.m. is a kids’ matinee, with the lights on and masks off. Admission is $2 for ages 10 and younger. Costumes encouraged! Schappacher Farm 3829 South U.S. Route 42, Lebanon 513-398-0904 Join us for free weekend hayrides to the pumpkin patch to pick your own pumpkin, and a free corn maze.Visit the friendly farm animals on our working farm including goats, donkeys, horses, sheep and cattle. Finish your trip with an Apple Juice Slushy, Hand-dipped Caramel Apples, Pumpkin and Apple Pie. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with fall decorations and apples and cider for sale. Family owned and operated, and we’d love to share it with you! Station Road Farm 6749 Station Road, West Chester 513-777-3650 • stationroadfarm.com Come visit our PUMPKIN PATCH and ultimate Barnyard Playground! Open Mon – Sun, 12 - 5 p.m. FREE with any purchase. Now scheduling for private parties, families and field trips. Private times also available. For pricing or more information, please give us a call. Sunrock Farm 103 Gibson Lane, Wilder 859-781-5502 • sunrockfarm.org Join Sunrock Farm Pumpkin Patch for a guided, hands-on farm adventure. Milk a goat, gather chicken eggs, hold baby chicks, handfeed sheep, and brush a horse and cow. Hop on the hay wagon for a ride to the pumpkin patch. Bring your cameras! Tours take place daily in October. Weekends, free apple cider and cookies are available at the farm store. Limited space, please RSVP. Two-hour tours are $10/person. One-hour tours are $7/person. Children under 1 are free; free parking. Wheat Ridge Old Thyme Herb Fair and Harvest Celebration 817 Tater Ridge Road, West Union wheatridgeherbfestival.com Oct. 8, 9 and 10 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Enjoy the fall harvest along with over 200 artisans, craftspeople, quality food and entertainment in the heart of Amish country. New this year: classes and demonstrations! Vist wheatridgeherbfestival.com for more information and directions.
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MAGIC AND MUSIC (cont.) Haunted Hall with the Cincinnati POPS (Oct. 29, 30)
A costumed Cincinnati Pops Orchestra treats audiences to creepy tunes, devilish dancers and musical tricks for all ages. Dress up in your Halloween costume for a chance to win prizes in the Friends of the Pops costume contest. Show begins at 8 p.m. at Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., downtown. Tickets are $20 - $94.50; order at 513-381-3300 or cincinnatisymphony.org.
Trick or Treat Safety For a great Halloween, follow these safety tips from Tom Scheben, spokesman from the Public Information Services of the Boone County Sheriff’s Office (boonecountyky.org/so): • Carry a flashlight with fresh batteries after dark. • Always trick-or-treat in groups, accompanied by an adult. • Stay on the sidewalks and out of the streets. Cross only at intersections and designated crosswalks. • Walk, don’t run. • Don’t trample through flower beds and gardens. • Trick-or-treat in familiar neighborhoods. • Walk with your head up and be aware of your surroundings. • Only visit well-lit houses. Don’t stop at dark houses. • Don’t enter any houses unless you know the people. • Follow traffic signals and don’t jaywalk. • Always watch for cars backing up or turning. • Never accept rides from strangers. • Respect other people and their property — and be polite and say “Thank You!” • Don’t eat any candy until it’s inspected under bright lights. • Avoid candy with loose wrapping, or that is unwrapped, punctured or homemade. • Report suspicious or criminal activity to an adult or the police.
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What are night terrors? Medically known as a parasomnia, a night terror (a.k.a. sleep terror) is a sleep disorder that occurs during the first half of the night, in the initial slow-wave phase of sleep, when your child is sleeping the deepest, according to Shawn Bailey, center manager for the UC Health Comprehensive Sleep Medicine Center. “Children have no memory of a night terror,” he says. “They are physically scared – they scream, their heart pounds – but they don’t know why.”
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A night terror can be scarier for you than your child because she won’t even know she’s having one. During a night terror, a child doesn’t wake up, won’t respond to soothing or comforting, or remember the episode the next day. Although screaming is a classic sign, a night terror can also take subtler forms. A child may just mumble or appear agitated. Her eyes might even be open. An episode can last as long as five or 10 minutes before a child returns to normal sleep.
Are night terrors the same as nightmares? No, according to Jacqi Angles, clinical director of pediatric sleep medicine at Good Samaritan Hospital. “They are similar in presentation,” she says, “but different in that a child with night terrors will be confused, cannot be comforted, and will often immediately fall right back asleep into a deep sleep.” She adds that nightmares happen during the second half of the night during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, when most dreaming occurs. Because your child is sleeping less deeply during a nightmare, she may wake up, become fully alert, respond to soothing and even remember it afterwards. And after a nightmare, it can take a while for kids to get back to sleep.
How common are night terrors? The exact prevalence of sleep terrors is not really known, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP, aap. org). They’re more common in children because kids spend 25 to 50 percent of the night in deep sleep. “Slow-wave sleep is the phase in which the body grows,” says Bailey. He explains that since growing children spend more time in this phase of sleep, they are more prone to night terrors than adolescents or adults. The duration of the night we spend in deep sleep shortens with age. Adults over age 20 devote just 15 percent of the night to deep sleep. As children’s brains mature and the architecture of their sleep changes, they become less susceptible to night terrors. Most children who experience night terrors experience them as young as 18 months up to 5 or 7 years old, although older children can still have them.
Are night terrors dangerous? “They’re benign, they’re not harmful,” says Angles. Even though a child looks frightened and alarmed during a night terror, there’s no deep-rooted psychological issue causing them, or long-term repercussions in terms of psychological development or emotional distress, according to Angles. But about 10 percent of children who experience night terrors will also sleepwalk. Sleep walking is a related parasomnia that also occurs during deep sleep. Because sleepwalking involves getting out of bed, kids can injure themselves. They can fall down stairs or let themselves out of the house. If your child is a sleepwalker, protect her from hurting herself by keeping obstacles out of her way and lock doors and low windows. You can gently guide a sleepwalking child back to bed, says Angles.
Take back the night: Pointers for Night Terrors There’s really not a lot you can do to prevent night terrors, says Bailey. “The unofficial treatment is to keep the child safe, and let them get older and grow out of it.” So unfortunately, you have to just grit your teeth and wait it out. However, there are steps you can take to help your child get a better night’s sleep:
Reduce stress. Although there’s no real documentation to back this up, Bailey suggests turning the hour before bedtime into a time for relaxing. After his own little one began experiencing night terrors, he found that turning off
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the TV, reading and singing songs created a more serene environment, which seemed to help.
Keep bedtime consistent. Skimping on sleep is the most common cause of night terrors, according to both Angles and Bailey. When kids are sleep deprived, they tend to sleep more deeply to compensate, which makes them more susceptible to night terrors. Keep sleep and wake times as consistent as possible, even when traveling or visiting relatives and during special occasions. Avoid late nights and missed naps. If night terrors persist, try putting your child to bed earlier.
Curb caffeine. Caffeine can disrupt sleep or make it hard to fall asleep, so nix caffeinated soft drinks, coffee drinks and other products from your child’s diet. Check your medications. Certain medications, like those prescribed for ADHD, might interrupt the slow-wave sleep phase, according to Angles. Check with your pediatrician and pharmacist about potential side effects. Warn others. If your child is prone to night terrors and spending the night at grandma’s or a friend’s house, or at camp, warn everyone that it might happen and not to be alarmed.
Night Terror Dos and Don’ts When a night terror strikes, here’s what to do and not do:
Do nothing. Bailey advises parents not to wake up a child when she’s having a night terror, as that might actually make things worse. Instead, you’re better off keeping her safe and waiting it out. Don’t discuss it the next day. Talking about it may make your child anxious about going to sleep, which can lead to sleep deprivation and increase the likelihood of another night terror, say both Bailey and Angles.
Do turn off the TV. Limit TV time to at least 30 minutes before bedtime, and keep TVs out of your child’s bedroom. Although frightening images or movies before bed don’t trigger night terrors, they might cause nightmares, so limiting TV before bed is a just a good general habit to get into. J Sandra Gordon is a freelance writer and frequent contributor to this publication.
sleep help UC Health Comprehensive Sleep Medicine Center 513-475-7500 • ucsleepcenter.com For ages 13 and older. Refers younger children to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.
The Good Samaritan Hospital Sleep Center 513-862-5722 • trihealth.com Samaritan offers pediatric sleep testing and evaluations for children 5 and older. Requires referral.
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rowing up in the ’60s, a trip to the dentist was on par with eating broccoli: something you had to do, but definitely didn’t want to. My memories are of a grim-faced man poking around in my mouth. Ouch! His waiting room was unappealing and not at all kid-friendly. Back then, most dentists were general dentists and their offices were primarily arranged with adults in mind. T imes have changed. Over the years, large numbers of dentists have entered a field called pediatric dentistry. “T he difference between a pediatric dentist and a general dentist is that a pediatric dentist must complete a two-year residency program after completing four years of dental school,” says Dr. Richard Kennedy. “More importantly, a pediatric dentist tries to accommodate children’s dental needs in a child-friendly atmosphere.” Featuring bright, happy colors, toys and reading materials that children enjoy, pediatric dental offices are designed just for them. It’s not uncommon for kids to watch a Disney video while they have their teeth cleaned or play Pac Man games in the waiting room. Pediatric dental staffs work only with pint-size patients, so they have a special knack for dealing with them. T he child-friendly approach works wonders for children who are especially fearful or strong-willed, or for those who have specialneeds.
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The First Dental Visit Many pediatricians and general dentists recommend kids be seen for the first time at age 3 or 4. But Kennedy suggests children be seen as early as age 1. “This is to establish a dental home for the child,” he says. “At that visit we try to do an oral exam to check the teeth and look for any oral pathology that might be present.” He adds that this is also the time to talk to parents about oral hygiene, brushing, and fluoride, as well as answer any questions. Regular visits for cleaning and exams should take place every six months. Once you make the first appointment, how should you prepare your child? A visit to the library or bookstore may help. There are many books and videos available dealing with visiting the dentist. Kennedy recommends The Berenstein Bears Visit the Dentist (Random House for Young Readers; $3.99). Tell your child that, “the dentist is his friend, and that he will show him everything he needs to do to take care of his teeth,” he advises. “Do not relate or joke about an unpleasant dental visit you have had; it’s important to start his dental experience on a positive note.”
Emphasize Prevention As soon as an infant begins getting teeth, they should be cleaned, even if it’s just with a wash cloth and some water. “Infant care can be accomplished at the same time as bathing by using a wash cloth and the parent’s finger to brush the teeth and gums gently,” says Kennedy, adding that as soon as teeth erupt, they can be brushed with non-fluoridated toothpaste. Parents can switch to a fluoridated toothpaste once children turn 2, he says. Children should be encouraged to brush their own teeth, but until they develop enough dexterity to do it themselves, parents should always give a second brushing. One of the most common problems in infants and toddlers is baby bottle mouth — decay caused by prolonged dependence on a bottle. Sippy cups left for a child to drink continuously throughout the day can be a source of cavities as well. “Sippy cups and baby bottles can be given with nutritious liquids at meal times, but should only contain water or sugarless liquids at other times during the night or day,” says Kennedy. Be sure your child is getting fluoride, an important cavity fighter. Tap water in Greater Cincinnati is fluoridated. Bottled and spring water don’t contain fluoride and some household water filtering systems remove it. And if your child resists brushing his teeth, Kennedy suggests finding toothbrushes designed for children. “Spin toothbrushes can help make brushing fun. We like to use small sand timers to make children aware of the amount of time it takes to brush adequately.”
Accidents Happen Say your child takes a fall and cracks or knocks a tooth out. What should you do? Don’t panic, but do call the dentist’s office immediately. Most dentists try to work emergencies into their schedule, even if they’re very busy. They may not be able to do all of the work that day, but at least your child can get a temporary remedy, including pain relief. Dentists are always on call for emergency situations. Although a mouth guard is critical and usually required for contact sports,
most dental accidents are not brought about by organized sports. They’re just the result of ordinary play and “kids being kids.”
What About Braces? The idea of braces can be a scary one for both parents and children, but for different reasons. Parents fear the cost; children, the embarrassment. But there’s good news. Today, many dental insurance plans pay for a portion of braces and innovations over the last 20 years have helped to make them more appealing. Although the traditional metal braces are considered the “gold standard,” according to Alex Cassinelli, DMD, MS, stainless steel braces aren’t nearly as clunky as they were in the past. Far less metal is used today and the elastic ligatures used on braces are available in a range of colors for a touch of style. Translucent braces are also available, made of a plastic close to tooth color, though not quite invisible. What would braces cost you? About $5,000 for full treatment, according to Cassinelli. Typically, a child will be in braces for 18 months, with monthly check-ups. Once braces come off, it’s common to wear a retainer for an additional two years. However, Cassinelli recommends a lifetime of retainer wear. “Teeth will shift and change over our lifetime as we age,” he says. “Our faces change, teeth wear in the back and that creates pressure on the front teeth.” How do you know if braces are needed? A parent may suspect a child needs braces for a variety of reasons, such as an overcrowded mouth, crooked or “buck” teeth, or problems in the fit between upper and lower jaw. The child should be examined by either a professional pediatric dentist or orthodontist. Many pediatric and family dentists affix braces, though some will refer you to an orthodontist — a dentist with an additional three years of specialized training fitting braces and other orthopedic appliances. When searching for an orthodontist, Cassinelle recommends searching for a board certified one — a doctor who has voluntarily undergone several extra years of study and training. He recommends visiting the Ohio State Dental Board at dental.ohio.gov; the American Association of Orthodontists at braces.org; or the American Board of Orthodonists at americanboardortho.com. Typically, children get braces between ages 10 and 13, once all of their permanent teeth have come in. But early intervention, called “interceptive orthodontics,” may occur as early as age 7. “Interceptive orthodontics help us address small problems before they become big problems,” explains Cassinelli, adding that when a child gets an early evaluation, the orthodontist is able to identify if there are any underlying growth issues that might be corrected more easily (and less expensively) before the jaw has fully developed. Although this won’t usually alleviate the need for a full set of braces down the road, it can save money in the long run. While dentistry and orthodontistry pose very little risk to children, there is an increased risk of tooth decay for those who don’t keep their braces clean. Of course, braces or not, good hygiene is important in keeping teeth clean, healthy and cavity-free. Although prevention alone doesn’t assure a perfect mouth (genetics has a lot to do with it), it does go a long way. J Paula Dewitt is a freelance writer.
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Academy of Music and the Arts - Pied Piper
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Classes in art, cooking and music. Including Music Together, an international music and movement class for children birth - K; preschool piano for ages 5 - 6; piano classes for elementary to adult students; Choir for Kids ages 6 - 10; private lessons in voice, piano, guitar, bass, strings, woodwinds and brass.
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Academy of Music and Dance, West Chester
8374 Princeton-Glendale Road West Chester, OH 45069 513-829-2345 • wcaomd.com
Music and dance classes under one roof. Music lessons for all ages in piano, voice, guitar, drums, strings, winds and brass. Dance classes in tap, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, lyric and worship dance. Other popular programs: Music for Young Children, a keyboard program for ages 4 and up; Music Pups, just for preschoolers and their parents; Jumbie Jam, a kid-sized steel drum ensemble; and Zumba, adult fitness dance. Free sample classes.
8263 Beechmont Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45255 513-474-STEP (7837)
Offering dance and fitness classes in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, ballroom, Zumba, pilates and yoga for all ages, including preschool and home schooled students. Other programs include performance and competitive dance teams. The success of each student is ensured with a focused, non-competitive environment, with an aim to build self-esteem and self-confidence.
ARTrageous Saturdays Series at Raymond Walters College
9555 Plainfield Road, Blue Ash, OH 45236 513-745-5705 • rwc.uc.edu
The tri-state’s premier performing arts series for children. A fantastic line-up of puppets, plays, marionettes, music, dance and more. Circus Mojo performs Sat., Oct. 23 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Muntz Theatre on the RWC campus. Acrobats, jugglers, clowns, tightwire-walkers and a ringmaster in a mini-circus. Audience members may participate in a short workshop following the performance.
Center for the Arts, Wyoming
322 Wyoming Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45215 513-948-1900 • MusicArtDance.org
Free events Sep. 12 from 12 - 4 p.m.! Classes in music, art and dance, including private lessons in violin, viola, cello, bass, piano, harp, guitar, drums, voice and Musik Kids programs. Over 40 conservatory-trained music teachers with many years of experience. Visit our web site for more information.
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ebrating Self’s enlightening luncheons, the professional performances of Fitton Family Fridays, EntertainmentPlus! and Mad Anthony Theatre Company’s off-beat plays.
The Little Gym
7318 Yankee Road, Liberty Twp, OH 45044 513-777-1110 • thelittlegym.com
Classes start at 4 mos. and go through 12 yrs. We offer gymnastics, dance, karate and sports skills classes. We offer Parents’ Survival Nights on the first and third Friday evening of each month, and our birthday parties were rated #1 by Parent’s magazine.
Cincinnati Museum Center
The Mad Potter Madeira
1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45203 513-287-7000 • cincymuseum.org
All three museums at Cincinnati Museum Center offer enrichment programming throughout each month. The Museum of Natural History and Science offers Music in Motion for children ages 5 and younger. The Cincinnati History Museum offers Once Upon a Story for preschoolers. And Duke Energy Children’s Museum has an intense focus on early childhood education, including daily programming and the Sprouts Institute workshops.
Clifton Performance Theatre
404 Ludlow Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-861-SHOW (7469) cliftonperformancetheatre.com
Offering performance workshops for ages 4 - 16 (four weeks long with full-show production at the end) and theater classes (ballet, vocal and acting). The studio is a black box theater, where the magic of CPT’s Children’s Repertory happens every Sunday at 2:00 p.m. as the all-child casts present musicals appropriate and entertaining for all ages. For registration, more information and adult event scheduling please visit our website.
Fitton Center for Creative Arts
101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton, OH 45011 513-863-8873 • fittoncenter.org
We encourage you to experience the artistic, musical, educational and social opportunities designed with you in mind. Discover something new or cultivate your creativity in our arts classes, workshops or private lessons. Stroll through our beautiful galleries showcasing thought provoking exhibits. Join us for Cel-
7754 Camargo Road, Madeira, OH 45243 561-1888 • madpottercincinnati.com
Pottery painting, parties and special events. Choose a piece, paint it and pick it up in a week. Special events include Kidz Nite and Ladies Nite.
Mad Science of Cincinnati
9471 Loveland Madeira Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242 793-6784 • madscience.org/cincinnati
Programs for grades pre-K - 6 with student teacher ration of 12 - 18:1 delivered to your school or center. Mad Science offers “edu-taining” inquiry-based, hands-on, proficiency correlated “in-school field trip” workshops and parent-funded after-school programs. Our special event assembly programs are ideal for schools, community centers and Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Girl Scout organizations. Camps and birthday party programs, too.
Mt. Washington Educational Arts Center 2127 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45230 513-827-9144 • educationarts@yahoo.com
A multi-dimensional facility offering art, dance, cooking and other programs designed to enrich and be enjoyed by both children and adults. Classes and programs for families in the arts, dance, cooking, gymnastics and the pre-K Enrichment Program (PEP!). Classes are designed to be fun, interactive and educational. After-school programs encourage self-direction, independent thinking and cooperative play. Gymnastics from ages 1 - 7. Dance for ages 2.5 - 9.
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The Music Factory
Piano Lessons In Your Home – Piano, Guitar and Voice Lessons
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ballet * tap * jazz lyrical * hip-hop musical theatre * ballroom pilates * guitar lessons! Call today to Register for Fall! book your birthday party! ages 2 - adult daytime classes available 513.474.7837 • 8263 Beechmont Ave. ANDERSONDANCEACADEMY.com
The Music Factory offers fun and educational group music classes for children ages 9 mos. - 5 yrs. The curriculum is specially designed to build musical foundations and encourage learning through music. Over 20 years of teaching experience. Classes available on-site for preschool and day care.
Muscial Arts Center
1987 Madison Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45208 513-321-2766 • musicalartscenter.com
Cincinnati’s premier music school. Providing year-round study to all ages and musical abilities. Private vocal and instrumental instruction with our professional faculty. The most complete program offered in the city. Lectures and presentations throughout the year makes our singers the most prepared. Drama classes are also offered. We offer coaching to prepare students for auditions.
513-860-3540 • pianolessonsinyourhome.com
Offering piano, guitar and voice lessons for all ages in your own home with experienced instructors in the Cincinnati area and in Northern Kentucky. Also offers free recitals, a flexible make-up policy, an extensive music library and flexible scheduling.
Playhouse in the Park
962 Mt. Adams Cir., Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-345-2242 • cincyplay.com
Programs for young actors from pre-K - grade 12 include theater tours, act-
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O’Bryonville: 1993 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45208 513.321.3006 Glendale: 267 East Sharon Rd., Glendale, OH 45246 513.772.7999 Loveland: 127 W. Loveland Ave., Loveland, OH 45140 513.831.2378 Newport, KY: 317 Monmouth St., Newport, KY 41071 859-491-9500 Store Hours: Mon. - Fri. 10am - 7pm, Sat. 10am - 4:30pm, Sun. 12pm - 4pm
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Premier Athletics
1610 Dixie Hwy., Park Hills, KY 41011 859-431-7190 • premierathletics.com Email: info@cincinnati.premierathletics.com
Home of the Kentucky All-Stars! Providing competitive cheerleading and dance training, tumbling classes, squad lessons, private lessons, summer camps and birthday parties to athletes of all ages and skill levels. Ongoing registration for tumbling classes and competitive cheerleading.
groups include the Youth Community Dancers, Competition Ensemble and Rising Tide Christian dancers, as well as an annual Nutcracker performance.
Shannon’s All About Dance
Rock Quest Climbing Center
3475 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241 513-733-0123 • rockquest.com
Climbing is a great activity for kids of all ages. While kids are busy getting to the top of the wall, their minds are busy working other skills: problem solving, critical thinking, endurance, self confidence and trust. Join our Recreational Climbing Club (ages 10 and up) or Junior Climbing Club (ages 6 - 9). All climbers must call to pre-register.
St. Romain Dance Academy
7398 Liberty One Drive, Liberty Twp, OH 45044 513-779-0135 • stromaindance.com
Offering dance for ages 3 - adult, including ballet, pointe, jazz, hip-hop, tap, musical theater, modern, lyrical, yoga and Zumba classes. Performing
126 Barnwood Drive, Edgewood, KY 41017 859-331-4122 • saadance.com
Committed to the fine arts which emphasizes educating the child as a whole. A professional level studio is qualified to accentuate and strengthen your child’s learning through updates of the latest dance techniques and methods with creative strategies. Open to ages 2.5 - adult in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, pointe and a competition team.
Tippi Toes Dance Company
Various Locations in Greater Cincinnati Area 513-578-1280 • tippitoesdance.com
High-energy dance classes for boys and girls ages 18 mos. - 12 yrs., including Mommy and Me, ballet, tap, jazz and hip-hop, with an annual recital and separate mini-shows throughout the year.
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Leland Faulkner – Oct. 15 A man of a thousand faces! World of Wonder is a program designed for the whole family – theatre that charms audiences of all ages with the actor’s imagination, the mime’s skill, and the conjuror’s craft. Adults: $10/members $12/non-members
Geist Visual Comedian – Oct. 29
This hilarious one-man show packs as much excitement as an entire day at the circus: magic, pantomime, physical comedy, juggling, and so much more! Children (up to age 16): Event sponsored by Joel & Marilyn Schmidt. $5/members SHOWS START AT 7:30 P.M. RECEPTION AT 6:30 P.M. $6/non-members SPONSORED BY BROWN’S MARKETPLACE.
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It’s America’s Story! Exhibit Now Open! America I AM: The African American Imprint is developed in partnership with Tavis Smiley, and is organized by Cincinnati Museum Center and Arts and Exhibitions International (AEI).
Match the names to the facts listed below then find them in the puzzle. 1.
First published African American poet.
2. Poet, novelist, playwright and columnist; member of the Harlem Renaissance. 3.
King of Motown
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Often referred to as the Godfather of Soul.
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Opera singer who performed before 75,000 on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
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Known as the Queen of Soul.
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Trumpet player known as Satchmo.
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The King of Pop.
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Pulitzer Prize winning author of Roots.
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Aretha Franklin Smokey Robinson Sidney Poitier Phillis Wheatley Michael Jackson Lorraine Hansberry Alex Haley
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Maya Angelou Langston Hughes John Legend Gwendolyn Brooks James Brown Louis Armstrong Marian Anderson
10. Six time Grammy Award winner who was born in Springfield, Ohio.
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11. Pulitzer Prize winning poet who was Poet Laureate Consultant to the Library of Congress. 12.
First African American to win an Academy Award for Best Actor.
13. Celebrated poet, memoirist, novelist, educator, dramatist, producer, actress, historian, filmmaker and civil rights activist. 14. Author of A Raisin in the Sun, the first play written by an African American to be produced on Broadway. Answer Key: 1-D, 2-I, 3-B, 4-L, 5-N, 6-A, 7-M, 8-E, 9-G, 10-J, 11-K, 12-C, 13-H, 14-F
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Enter to Win Complete activity along with the entry form and mail in for a chance to be one of fifteen winners to receive a pair of tickets to the newest exhibit, America I AM: The African American Imprint. Submit entries by November 12, 2010. Mail to: Cincinnati Parent Magazine, 9435 Waterstone Blvd., Suite 140, Cincinnati, OH 45249 Name Address City
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DISNEY ON ICE PRINCESS CLASSICS Oct. 6 - 10
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ittle princes and princesses will delight in this ice-skating spectacular featuring seven timeless fairy tales, including Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Snow White and more. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway; 7:30 p.m. Oct. 6 - 9, 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Oct. 9, 1 and 5 p.m. Oct. 10; $14 - $56; 800-745-3000 or disneyonice.com.
Look for the to find fall activities for the family. For additional events, please turn to the “Fall Family Fun” on page 14.
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1 friday EVITA
Please see “Now Playing” on page 46 for details.
RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S SOUTH PACIFIC Please see “Now Playing” on page 46 for details.
FREE STORY TIME FOR JBB KIDS
Writer and illustrator Daniel Kirk’s book Library Mouse: A World to Explore will be the subject of today’s story time. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth.com.
VEGGIE TALES LIVE
Please see “Spotlight” on page 34 for details.
2 saturday ANDERSON FARMERS’ MARKET
It’s the final day of the farmers’ market — celebrate with a chili competition and a sampling of some fall soups. Anderson Center Station, 7832 Five Mile Road; 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.; 513-688-8400 or andersonfarmersmarket.org.
FREE BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
Bring pets of all kinds, including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds and more for a warm, uplifting service that celebrates the pets in a family’s life. Pets should be on a leash or in a cage. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 9191 Daly Road; 2 p.m.; 513-522-8628 or office@ststephens-cinci.org.
FREE BOOKS BY THE BANKS
More than 100 regional and national authors are on hand to sign and discuss their books, plus there will be a special Kids’ Corner featuring costumed storybook characters, crafts and activities for the whole family. Duke Energy Center, 525 Elm St.; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; booksbythebanks.org.
CINCY UPWARD ORIENTATION
Grades K - 6 can attend an orientation and evaluation session to join the Cincy Upward basketball or cheerleading session, which begins practice in November. Tri-County Baptist Church, 8195 Beckett Road or Crestview Presbyterian Church, 9463 CinColumbus Road; 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.; $100 (includes uniforms); 513-868-8995 or cincyupward.org.
PLEASE NOTE: Dates and times are subject to change.
Please call the numbers provided to confirm event information.
CREEKIN’ FOR CRAWDADS
Ages 7 and older are invited to put on their creekin’ clothes and search for some crawdads and other creek critters. Spring Beauty Dell Picnic Area, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
DANCE AT THE MUSEUM
Ages 3 and older are invited to join Theater Jali for a fun dance session in the Trilobite/Mammoth Classroom. Museum of Natural History and Science, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 11 a.m. for ages 3 - 11, 12:30 p.m. for ages 12 and older today and Oct. 16; $5 plus admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 - 12); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
FALL HIKE
Take a walk with the naturalist to see what is happening in the woods for fall. Bring your binoculars! Seasongood Nature Trail, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org. (please turn the page)
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SPOTLIGHT: VEGGIE TALES LIVE Saturday, Oct. 2
S
ing yourself silly with Bob, Larry and the whole crew. Each member wants to put his favorite songs in the show — Archie likes lesson songs, Mr. Lunt likes food songs, and Jimmy and Jerry are all about the 80s. They’ll have to learn to work together in order to make the show work. Bring the whole family to dance and sing along. Vineyard Community Church, 11340 Century Circle East; 2 and 7 p.m.; $15 - $25; itickets.com.
Learn about the first known professional African American painter, Robert Duncanson, and create your own landscape painting. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 3 p.m.; free with admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 - 12); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
4 monday FREE COMMUNITY NIGHT OUT
Residents of Ft. Thomas are invited to a evening dedicated to crime and fire prevention - meet members from the police and fire departments, enjoy refreshments, face painting, McGruff the Crime Dog, the K-9 unit and more. Tower Park, S. Ft. Thomas Ave., Ft. Thomas; 6 - 9 p.m.; 859-572-1238 or ftthomas.org.
LEAVES FOR LITTLE NATURALISTS (AR)
Last day to register! Ages 3 - 5 can learn about leaves with a craft and a hike. Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 9:30 and 11 a.m. on Oct. 5; $4 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
ONCE UPON A STORY
FAMILY FIRST SATURDAY
Explore all kinds of lines in the CAM! Meet local artists, laugh along with Happen, Inc., and learn a country line dance from Ballet Tech Ohio, plus stories, scavenger hunts, tours and art-making activities. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 1 - 4 p.m.; free admission, parking is $4; 513-639-2995 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.
FREE GROSSOLOGY 101
How do flies eat their food? Why are snails slimy? Find out these and other gross facts and get a little dirty yourself. Shelter Building, Rapid Run Park, 4450 Rapid Run Pkwy.; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-861-3435 or cincinnatiparks.com.
HALF MILE WALK/RUN FOR KIDS
Kids of all ages are invited to join an educational walk/ run to promote better health, presented by the Conquer Obesity Foundation for a Healthier America (COFHA). Kids can make stops along the course to learn tips on exercise and nutrition. The Square at Union Center, West Chester; 9:30 - 10 a.m.; $15 (includes t-shirt); 513336-8168 or cofha.net.
FREE HONEYBEES
Enjoy a fall display about honeybees and pollination, including a hive with live bees. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 12 - 5 p.m.; 513-542-2909 or cincinnatiparks.com.
LASER HOWL-OWEEN
Please see “Now Playing” on page 46 for details.
MONROE ELEMENTARY FALL FESTIVAL
Enjoy games, a bounce house, raffle baskets, split-the-pot, food, crafts and live entertainment for the whole family. Monroe Elementary School, 2117 Laurel-Lindale Road, New Richmond; 12 - 6 p.m.; 513553-2547.
PLAYHOUSE OFF THE HILL
Please see “Now Playing” on page 46 for details.
FREE SPROUTS IN THE KITCHEN (AR)
Ages 5 - 12 can take a food adventure and create dips for veggies. Note: items in this class may contain allergens, please mention any allergies when registering. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods. com or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
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TRI-STATE MULTIPLES SALE
Check out gently used clothing, holiday outfits, coats, car seats, strollers, swings, books and videos and much more at this sale benefitting Tri State Multiples. Princeton Community Middle School, 11157 Chester Road; 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $1 per adult, cash only; tristatemultiples.com.
3 sunday CAMOUFLAGE
Blending can be a good thing in nature; learn what animals use camouflage to survive, then hit the trail to see if you can find any hidden animals. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
CREATE A FIELD GUIDE
Curious Naturalist Club members and other kids are invited to bring a camera or sketchbook to record some of the plants and animals spotted in today’s walk. Great Oaks Trail, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
Bring little ones for stories related to the America I AM exhibit. Cincinnati History Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 10:30 a.m.; free with admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 -12); 513-2877000 or cincymuseum.org.
5 tuesday CINCY UPWARD ORIENTATION
Grades K - 6 can attend an orientation and evaluation session to join the Cincy Upward basketball or cheerleading session, which begins practice in November. West Chester Wesleyan, 7019 Tylersville Road or West Chester Nazarene, 7951 Tylersville Road; 6:30 - 9 p.m.; $100 (includes uniforms); 513-868-8995 or cincyupward.org.
EYEBALLS IN THE GARDEN
Look at spiders and all eight of their eyeballs in this week devoted to the creepy critters. Highfield Discovery Garden, Glenwood Gardens, 10397 Springfield Pike; 10:45 a.m., 1 and 4 p.m. today - Oct. 9, and 1 and 4 p.m. Oct. 10; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB (AR)
HYDE PARK SQUARE ART SHOW
Ages 3 - 8 are invited to create a kabob perfect for the lunch box, a quick snack on meal on the go. Please note that items used in this class may contain allergens. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods. com or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
RIVERSIDE WILDLIFE
Please see Oct. 4 for details.
More than 200 exhibitors display their work including painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, jewelry, fiber and more. Hyde Park Square, Edwards Road and Erie Avenue; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; hydeparksquare.org. Live local backyard wildlife are featured during this ongoing program. Playground, Fernbank Park, 50 Thornton Ave.; 12 - 3 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
TREASURE ISLAND: A MUSICAL
Please see “Now Playing” on page 46 for details.
LEAVES FOR LITTLE NATURALISTS (AR) LET’S MAKE MUSIC
Learn about the creation of jazz and invent your own musical instrument. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 3 p.m.; free with admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 - 12); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
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HERPETOLOGY PROGRAM
Learn more about reptiles and amphibians with the Greater Cincinnati Herpetological Society. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 7 p.m.; free members, $3 adults, $1 children; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.
THE AMAZING PORTABLE CIRCUS
Look up and be amazed! Performing circus acts of daring humor and physicality, The Amazing Portable Circus brings danger, comedy and fun to the stage in this first presentation from the Covedale’s Saturday Morning Children’s Series. Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave.; 11 a.m.; $7 adults, $5 children; 513-241-6550 or covedalecenter.com.
LITTLE TYKE HIKE
Ages 3 - 6 can walk back in time to the Ice Age and learn about the creatures that lived then. Winton Centre, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 11 a.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
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FREE BLUE ASH HERITAGE DAY
Take a step back in time to the 1800s and enjoy this event featuring crafters, music, horse-drawn carriage rides to the historical Hunt House, and a family area. Blue Ash Nature Center, 4433 Cooper Road; 12 - 6 p.m.; blueashevents.com.
Don’t miss Hallzooween at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Oct. 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 and 24.
FREE READ FOR THE RECORD DAY
Join this special story time, featuring “The Snowy Day” by Ezra Jack Keats. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.; 513-7312665 or bluemanateebooks.com.
FREE BONSAI SHOW
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SUPER SPROUTS
Tell a story with glow-in-the-dark paint and stars. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 2 - 4 p.m.; free with admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 - 12); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
Kids can take their mothers and grandmothers on a tour of the CAM then work together to make a family portrait. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; $10 per pair members, $20 per pair nonmembers; 513-639-2995 or cincinnatiartmuseum. org.
FREE NATURE STORY TIME
Imago is back at the manatee with nature stories, songs and activities. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m. today and Oct. 22; 513-7312665 or bluemanateebooks.com.
Enjoy fall bonsai trees on display from the Bonsai Society of Greater Cincinnati. Experts are on hand to give tips about creating and caring for your own bonsai tree. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. today and Oct. 10; admission is free, but donations are appreciated; 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks.com.
CINCY UPWARD ORIENTATION
Grades K - 6 can attend an orientation and evaluation session to join the Cincy Upward basketball or cheerleading session, which begins practice in November. Bethany United Methodist, 6388 CincinnatiDayton Road or Faith Community United Methodist, 8230 Cox Road; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $100 (includes uniforms); 513-868-8995 or cincyupward.org.
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SPOTLIGHT: FREE FUNKE FIRED ARTS’ THROW-A-THON Saturday, Oct. 9
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he Empty Bowls Project from the Cincinnati Clay Alliance is coming in November, and to get all the bowls ready, Funke Fired Arts is hosting a throw-a-thon featuring local potters on Funke’s 50 wheels. Says Nancy Kopp, “Kids and parents get to see real working artists, make their own stuff to take home, have fun, eat free food, park for free, and learn about giving something to those less fortunate than ourselves!” Funke Fired Arts, 3130 Wasson Road; 3 - 9 p.m.; 513871-2529 or funkefiredarts.com. ADVENTURE INTO PUMPKINS (AR)
EVERYTHING FOR KIDS SALE
The Northern Kentucky Mothers of Twins Club hosts their semi-annual children’s clothing, toy and equipment sale. Items available for both singles and multiples — please bring an empty laundry basket to carry your purchases. Notre Dame Academy, 1699 Hilton Drive, Park Hills; 9 - 11 a.m.; $1; 859-640-5179 or nkmotc.com.
FALL BACK TO THE 1800s
See what life may have been like in the Ohio country 200 years ago. Make a candle or a corn husk doll and see how a blacksmith would have made horseshoes. Badger Bluff or Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 1 - 5 p.m. today and Oct. 10; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
FREE FUNKE FIRED ARTS’ THROW-A-THON
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HALLZOOWEEN
Spend the Halloween season with the animals of the Zoo — check out pumpkin carvings, go trickor-treating, visit the Beauty Shop of Horrors and more. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St.; 12 - 5 p.m. today and Oct. 10, 16, 17, 23 and 24; $14 adults, $9 ages 2 - 12, free ages 1 and younger, $7 parking; cincinnatizoo.org.
FREE NATIVE TREE ID
Learn the finer points of identifying native trees. Trailside Nature Center, Burnet Woods, 3251 Brookline Drive; 1 - 2 p.m.; 513-751-3679 or cincinnatiparks.com.
FREE SPROUTS IN THE KITCHEN (AR)
Kids ages 5 - 12 can make “sushi” with help from experts from Genji Sushi. Please note that this class may contain allergens. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula. mangold@wholefoods.com or wholefoodsmarket.com/ mason.
10 sunday ARE YOU NUTS?
Bring the family to hike and learn about walnuts, hickory nuts and buckeyes in this afternoon hike. Timberlakes Program Shelter, Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mt. Hope Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
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FREE BONSAI SHOW
Please see Oct. 9 for details.
FALL BACK TO THE 1800s
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FREE MACARONI KID EXPO
Party Hoppers invites you to let the kids play in the inflatables, while you check out live entertainment and local organizations that offer family-friendly services, including educational services, home services, cooking classes and more. The Aspen Grove Event Center, 9660 Dry Fork Road, Harrison; 12 - 5 p.m.; 513-3675030 or 513-451-4FUN (4386) or partyhoppersonline. com.
MANAFOODIES
Manafood scientist Mr. Jake presents an edible science experiment — find out what happens when you combine dry ice with fresh fruit. Parents, stick around and be lab assistants. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 1:30 p.m.; $4; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.
11 monday AFTER SCHOOL LEAF COLLECTING
Pick up leaves along the CNC trails, or bring some from home for help with getting your leaf collection organized and displayed for school. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 3 - 5 p.m.; free members, $3 adults, $1 children; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.
SUPER SPROUTS
Explore the beautiful style of Japanese painting known as Sumi-e Water Painting. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 2 - 4 p.m. today and Oct. 14; free with admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 - 12); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
12 tuesday FREE ADOPTION WEBINAR (AR)
Learn more about international adoption in this free introductory webinar from Families Thru International Adoption. 12 p.m. today and 7 p.m. Oct. 21; bmickel@ ftia.org or ftia.org.
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Last day to register! Ages 3 - 5 can learn about pumpkins through crafts and hands-on activities. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 1 p.m. on Oct. 19; $4 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
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Last day to register! Ages 3 - 5 can get a fun look at bats with stories, games and crafts. Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 10 a.m. on Oct. 15; $4 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB (AR)
Ages 3 - 8 and a caregiver can create an after-school snack or easy weeknight dinner together. Please note that this class may contain allergens. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods.com or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
13 wednesday AUTHOR SIGNING
Joseph-Beth Booksellers presents author Jan Brett as she discusses and signs her book The Three Little Dassies, a familiar story set in Namibia. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St.; 5 p.m.; 513-3968960 or josephbeth.com.
GLOW DISC GOLF (AR)
Last day to register! Play glow-in-the dark disc golf during the evening. Bring your own disc or rent one for $3. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 15; $5 plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
14 thursday HALLOWEEN CABARET
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Leland Faulkner is a man of a thousand faces who entertains the entire family with miming and conjuring and a great imagination. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton; doors open at 6:30 p.m. for a light reception, show begins at 7:30 p.m.; $10 adult members, $12 adult nonmembers, $5 child members, $6 child nonmembers; 513-863-8873, ext. 110 or fittoncenter.org.
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FREE HAUNTED HALLOWEEN TRAIL
Follow a torch-lit trail through the woods where ghosts, goblins and witches await you. Prepare to be scared! Middleton-Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; 7 - 11 p.m.; free admission, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org. See Jupiter through a giant telescope during Jupiter Nights at the Cincinnati Observatory Center Friday, Oct. 15.
HOW I BECAME A PIRATE
Please see “Now Playing” on page 46 for details.
JUPITER NIGHTS THURSDAY ART PLAY
Make a greenhouse inspired by the art of Shinji TurnerYamamoto. UnMuseum, Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East Sixth St.; 10:30 a.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $4.50 ages 3 - 13; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
15 friday BATTY JAMBOREE (AR)
Jupiter has returned to the evening sky — learn all about the planet’s fabled red spot, moons and stripes, then take a peek through the observatory’s historic telescopes (weather permitting). RSVP for the hourly classes, but no reservations needed for tours and viewings. Cincinnati Observatory Center, 3489 Observatory Place; 8 - 10 p.m.; $6; 513-321-5186 or cincinnatiobservatory.org.
A STEAMBOAT BILL
Please see “Now Playing” on page 46 for details.
16 saturday ALL STAR DAY
Most Valuable Kids and Clever Crazes for Kids are hosting an All-Star Day for families, full of indoor and outdoor activities, a Mascot Olympics, ballet clinics from the Cincinnati Ballet, basketball clinics, tennis, soccer and more, all to benefit Most Valuable Kids, a program that provides tickets to sporting and cultural events to underserved children in the community. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road; 1 - 4 p.m.; $100 for a family of four, $35 adults, $25 ages 3 - 12; 513-484-3017 or sherri@ mostvaluablekids.org.
FREE ANNIE OAKLEY’S WILD WEST SHOW
Enjoy the antics of Annie Oakley and her motley crew in this presentation from Madcap Puppets. Anderson Public Library, 7450 State Road; 2 p.m.; 513-369-6030 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
ART IN THE MAKING (AR)
Ages 6 - 12 can make soft sculptures with local artist Joel Armor. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 2 - 4 p.m.; $10 per parent/child member, $20 per parent/child nonmember; 513-639-2995 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.
FREE ART IN THE PARK
The Friendship Park is filled with public art from around the world - take a guided walk to learn about the stories behind the creative works. Meet at the flag court next to the parking lot. Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park, 1101 Riverside Drive; 1 - 2:30 p.m.; 513-751-3679 or cincinnatiparks.com.
Please see Oct. 12 for details.
If you are interested in being a Foster or Adoptive Parent make plans to attend the
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FREE FAMILY DAY
The Eastern Hills Mothers of Twins Club hosts a fall/ winter clothing and equipment sale, including clothes, toys, equipment, furniture, and items great for expecting moms. Nagel Middle School, 1500 Nagel Road; 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., half-price sale begins at 11:30 a.m.; $1 admission; http://ehmotc.com/clothing-sales.
Celebrate Halloween by learning fun aerospace principles through holiday-themed activities. National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, 1100 Spaatz St., WrightPatterson AFB; 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.; 937-255-3286 or nationalmuseum.af.mil.
BLACK WALNUT WEEKEND
Bring your roundest, fastest pumpkin to race against other pumpkins, then enjoy a visit with the Cincinnati Zoo for a show-and-tell of some creepy creatures. Middleton-Mills Park, 3415 Mills Road, Covington; registration begins at 12 p.m.; free, but a canned good donation is appreciated; 859-525-PLAY (7529) or kentoncounty.org.
Bring the whole family for games, crafts and tastings, including shelled nuts available for purchase, black walnut ice cream, hourly hikes and clothes-dyeing in a walnut bath. Ellenwood Nature Barn, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 12 - 4 p.m. today and Oct. 17; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
GREAT PUMPKIN RACES
FREE HARVEST FESTIVAL
Support Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) with a family walk at Coney Island. Finish your stroll with crafts, face painting, classic Coney Island rides, and refreshments. All walkers are asked to raise at least $25, with all proceeds benefiting patients and families cared for at CCHMC. Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave.; registration at 8:30 a.m., walk at 10 a.m.; cincinnatichildrens.org/walk.
Celebrate the changing of the seasons with a fall festival including apple cider, treats, goodie bags for the first 75 kids in attendance, face painting and a costume parade. Kids can also grab a Spook-tacular tasting card, visit all the available stations for a stamp, and then show it at the pumpkin patch for a pumpkin. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 12 - 3 p.m., face painting from 12 - 1 p.m., costume parade at 2 p.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods.com or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
Join in on the fun during Cincinnati Walks for Kids on Saturday, Oct. 16.
DANCE AT THE MUSEUM
OWL-A-PALOOZA
Join experts from the Herpetological Association of Cincinnati to see a collection of interesting reptiles. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. today and Oct. 17; admission is free, but donations are appreciated; 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks.com.
CINCINNATI WALKS FOR KIDS
Please see Oct. 2 for details.
FALL HOLIDAYS
Ages 5 - 10 and their parents are invited to travel the world and explore the different ways people celebrate in the fall. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 11 a.m.; $5 members, $7 nonmembers with admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 - 12); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
Take a close look at local owls and learn the facts and fiction about these night hunters. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
PUMPKIN STORYTIME
Celebrate the fall with pumpkin stories, pumpkin painting and fall treats. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 1:30 p.m.; $5; 513-7312665 or bluemanateebooks.com.
FREE REMARKABLE REPTILES
SHARONVILLE FAMILY CINEMA
Bring along the whole gang for a screening of a familyfriendly flick. Sharonville Fine Arts Center, 11165 Reading Road; 6 p.m.; $1; 513-563-2895. (please turn the page)
Ingredients 2 Small apples, cored and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch thick rounds. 1 teaspoon lemon juice ( optional) 3 tabelspoons peanut or almond butter 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips 3 tablespoons granola Method If you won’t be eating these tasty treats right away, start by brushing the apple slices with lemon juice to keep them from turning brown. Spread one side of half of the apple slices with peanut or almond butter then sprinkle with chocolate chips and granola. Tip with remaining apple slices, pressing down gently to make the sandwiches. Transfer to napkins or plates and serve.
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FREE SPROUTS IN THE KITCHEN (AR)
PUMPKIN PARTY (AR)
Create a not-so-scary treat in this class for ages 5 - 12. Please note this class may contain allergens. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods.com or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
SPOTLIGHT: CIRCUS MOJO Saturday, Oct. 23
STEP OUT: WALK TO FIGHT DIABETES
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The American Diabetes Association’s signature fundraising walk will take place in over 160 cities across the country - join the three-mile course and help find a cure. Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way; 10 a.m.; 513-759-9330, ext. 6667 or diabetes.org.
TRUNK OR TREAT
This event combines a car show, food and music as kids can trunk or treat at each car. Beech Acres Park, 6910 Salem Road; car show 2:30 - 6 p.m., trunk-ortreating 4:30 - 6 p.m.; $2 per child; andersonparks.com.
17 sunday BLACK WALNUT WEEKEND
Please see Oct. 16 for details.
FREE OPEN HOUSE AT SEVEN HILLS (AR)
crobats, jugglers, clowns, tight-wirewalkers and a ringmaster take the stage in a mini-circus in the first of the ARTrageous series. Kentucky-based Circus Mojo is led by CCM grad Paul Miller, who’s thrilled to be back at UC: “We sold out our summer camps in this area,” he says, “I’m so glad to have an audience from all around Greater Cincinnati.” Audience members are invited for a short workshop following the performance so everyone can join the Mojo. Raymond Walters College, 9555 Plainfield Road, Blue Ash; 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; $5; 513-745-5705 or rwc.uc.edu.
Learn more about the education and enrichment offerings for your children and take the opportunity to meet with teachers and administrators. The Seven Hills School, 5400 Red Bank Road; 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.; 513271-9027 or 7hills.org.
FREE JBB KIDS
Authors and illustrators Jane O’Connor and robin Preiss Glasser discuss and sign Fancy Nancy’s Fabulous Fashion Boutique today. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 1 p.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth. com.
Over 180 consigners are expected at this sale for children’s clothing, shoes, toys, books, furniture, maternity wear and more. Madison Office Products Building, 8307 Hwy. 42, Florence; 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. today - Oct. 23; littletreasuressale.com.
Please see Oct. 16 for details.
FREE THIRD SUNDAY FUNDAY
Bring the whole family for self-guided tours, art-making, storytelling and games. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St.; 1 - 4 p.m.; 513-684-4524 or taftmuseum.org.
21 thursday
WINTON WOODS RIDING SHOW
Enjoy an Open Horse Show featuring riders of all skill levels and various class competitions, including Western and English flat classes, Western Speed events, Hunter Jumper classes and more. Winton Woods Riding Center, 10073 Daly Road; 8 a.m.; free to spectators, $9 per class for participants; 513-931-3057 or greatparks.org.
FREE ADOPTION WEBINAR (AR)
Please see Oct. 12 for details.
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME
Ages 3 - 5 can discover the world of spiders as they build a pretend spider, read a story and make a web. Winton Centre, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 10 a.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
18 monday FOR THE LOVE OF KIDS (AR)
19 tuesday
20 wednesday
LITTLE TREASURES KIDS’ SALE
FREE REMARKABLE REPTILES
Learn about and create some clouds of your own. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. today and 2 - 4 p.m. Oct. 21; free with admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 - 12); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
Bring your preschooler for games, stories and crafts, then explore the museum’s play tables and train displays. Behringer Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Devou Park, Covington; 10:30 a.m.; $1 plus admission ($7 adults, $6 seniors, $4 children, free members); 859491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.
FREE READY, SET, BLOW! (AR)
Please see “Now Playing” on page 46 for details.
SUPER SPROUTS
TOT TUESDAY
Last day to register! KC, CET’s Kids Club mascot, is turning 5 years old. Celebrate at a birthday bash with food, games, crafts and live entertainment from Joel the Singing Librarian, PBS star Wordgirl and the Superwhy characters. CET Studios, 1223 Central Pkwy., downtown; 1 - 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 23; 513-345-6508.
PETER PAN
Would you like an inner look at your child’s brain and understand why he does the things he does? Join the For the Love of Kids parenting seminar from Beech Acres that will discuss individual thinking styles, learning how to manage those styles, improving communication and the kind of “life lessons” children today need to learn. Cintas Center, 1624 Herald Ave.; 7 - 9:30 p.m.; $35; 513233-4734 or beechacres.org.
Last day to register! Play games, try some tasty treats and learn the role pumpkins have played in history, then take home a pumpkin to carve and enjoy. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 7 - 9 p.m. on Oct. 29; $7 per family plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
STORYTELLING GUILD
FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB (AR)
Create snack art using a foundation, cement and decorations in this class for ages 3 - 8 and a caregiver. Please note that this class may use items that contain allergens. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@ wholefoods.com or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
OWL-O-WEEN
Learn some fun facts about the owls in our area and hear some owl stories. You might even meet a few owls up close. Highfield Discovery Garden, Glenwood Gardens, 10397 Springfield Pike; 10:45 a.m., 1 and 4 p.m. today - Oct. 19 and 1 and 4 p.m. Oct. 24; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
ADVENTURE INTO PUMPKINS (AR)
The Greater Cincinnati Storytelling Guild conjures up some ghoulish entertainment with some scary stories. Amphitheater, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 7:30 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
SUPER SPROUTS
Please see Oct. 18 for details.
WORLD PEACE & YOGA JUBILEE
Head up to a spiritual retreat center for a weekend event featuring teachers, musicians and authors. This year features a special kids’ program for ages 5 and older, in which they can learn some yoga, take art classes, play games, enjoy nature and more. Grailville, 932 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland; Oct. 21 - 24, kids’ programs Oct. 23 - 24; fees vary; 513-300-9642 or worldpeaceyogajubilee.com.
Please see Oct. 12 for details.
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FULL MOON NIGHT BIKE (AR)
MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY
Please see Oct. 20 for details.
FREE HALLOWEEN STORY TIME
FULL MOON WALK (AR)
Ages 8 and older are invited to bring their parents for a nighttime hike under the full moon, followed by natural history readings. Long Branch Farm and Trails, 6926 Gaynor Road, Goshen; 7:30 p.m.; free members, $5 nonmembers; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.
Join a special story time with Rob Scotton, who discusses and signs his book Scaredy-Cat Splat. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; call for time; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth.com.
FREE NATURE STORY TIME
QUILT SHOW
Bring kids ages 10 and younger in their costumes for some trick-or-treating and fun Halloween activities. Nature Park, Cooper Road, Blue Ash; 12 - 3 p.m.; blueashevents.com.
SLEEPING BEAUTY
Find out if wolves really howl at the moon and other stories on a moonlit hike. Winton Center, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 7 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
Please see Oct. 8 for details.
The Contemporary Quilt and Fiber Artists display their works and demonstrate their craft all weekend long. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. today - Oct. 24; free members, $5 adult nonmembers, $1 children nonmembers; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org. Please see “Now Playing” on page 46 for details.
23 saturday CIRCUS MOJO
Please see “Spotlight” this page for details.
FREE HALLOWEEN WALK IN THE WOODS
HOWL AT THE MOON HIKE
FREE JACK-O-LANTERN WALK
Bring your little ones for refreshments and a pumpkin contest. Anderson Center, 7850 Five Mile Road; 7 - 9 p.m.; 513-688-8400 or andersoncenterevents.org.
Help put the gardens to bed with general garden work, including mulching the paths, removing honeysuckle, transplanting perennials and more. Bring your own garden gloves. Granny’s Garden School, 550 LovelandMadeira Road, Loveland; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. today and Oct. 24; 513-324-2873 or grannysgardenschool.com.
MOTHER-SON HALLOWEEN DANCE (AR)
Get some good use out of those costumes and bring your handsome fella to a dance just for the two of you. Beech Acres Park RexPlex, 6910 Salem Road; 6 - 8 p.m.; $12 per resident, $15 per non-resident; 513388-4513 or andersonparks.com.
FREE ORCHID SHOW
Join experts from the Greater Cincinnati Orchid Society and view a collection of orchid displays. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. today and Oct. 24; admission is free, but donations are appreciated; 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks.com.
PEANUT BUTTER AND JAM SESSION
Linton Music’s popular series brings “It’s a String Thing” to young audiences — learn about string instruments, and dance and sing to the violin, viola and cello. Mt. Washington Presbyterian Church, 6474 Beechmont Ave.; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; $4 per person; 513-381-6868 or lintonmusic.org.
FREE READY, SET, BLOW! (AR)
FAMILY SATURDAY
Please see Oct. 20 for details.
Join in and celebrate the newest addition to the UnMuseum created by artist Erica Bailey, and make your own art project. UnMuseum, Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East Sixth St.; 1 - 4 p.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $4.50 ages 3 - 13; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
Get your picture taken with Snoopy when he visits Benton Farm Saturday, Oct. 23. (please turn the page)
! d e t i v n I e r ’ u Yo What: When: Where:
KC & Friends’ Ready, Set, Blow! Birthday Bash October 23, 1 – 3:30pm CET Studios, 1223 Central Parkway, Downtown Cincinnati
KC , CET’s Kids Club mascot, is turning 5 years old! Join us for food, games, crafts and live entertainment by Joel, the Singing Librarian. PBS star Wordgirl and the Superwhy! character s will also be there for the fun. An d, help us surprise KC by wearing your Halloween costume!
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EVENT Spons
This event is free, but please RSV P to Carol Derkson at 513-34 5-6508 by October 20, as space is limited .
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SNOOPY ON THE FARM
Snoopy travels to the farm all the way from Kings Island to help find the Great Pumpkin for Charlie Brown. Get your picture taken with everyone’s favorite pup, visit other barnyard animals, and search alongside Snoopy for your own pumpkin. Benton Farm, 11946 Old Lexington Pike, Walton; 11:30 a.m.; $7 adults, free ages 3 and younger; 859-485-7000 or bentonfamilyfarm. webs.com.
SPOOKY CREATURE FEATURE
Meet live animals and learn about wildlife that isn’t all that spooky. Visitor Center, Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mt. Hope Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
FREE SPROUTS IN THE KITCHEN (AR)
Make an eight-legged snack out of pretzels in this class for ages 5 - 12. Please note that items used in this class may contain allergens. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods.com or wholefoodsmarket. com/mason.
FREE TRUNK OR TREAT
Don your Halloween costume and celebrate the season with treats, snacks, pumpkins and trick-ortreating from trunk-to trunk. Cheviot United Methodist Church, 3820 Westwood Northern Blvd.; 5:30 - 7 p.m.; 513-662-2048 or cheviotumc.org.
24 sunday CINCINNATI CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL
Join this first-ever event that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Sample the wares of over 24 chocolate merchants, enjoy some celebrity chef demonstrations, activities for children, contests and more. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road; 12 - 5 p.m.; $5, free ages 3 and younger; cincinnatichocolatefestival.com.
HAPPEN, INC.
Join this creative team of artists as they celebrate the achievements of African American innovators who changed the way we live. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 1:30 p.m.; free with admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 - 12); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY
Please see Oct. 23 for details.
FREE ORCHID SHOW
Please see Oct. 23 for details.
WIZARD OF OZ
Please see “Now Playing” on page 46 for details.
25 monday SUPER SPROUTS
Get inspired by the artist Andy Goldsworthy to create a fall collage. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; free with admission ($8.50 adults, $6.50 ages 3 - 12); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
26 tuesday FREE HALF PINT KIDS CLUB (AR)
Boo! Make a Halloween treat with boo-nanners in this class designed for ages 3 - 8 and a caregiver. Please note that items used in this class may contain allergens. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@ wholefoods.com or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
FREE PARENT PREVIEW DAY (AR)
Learn about Summit Country Day’s Montessori program for PreK - K. Summit Country Day School, 2161 Grandin Road; 8:45 a.m.; 513-871-4700, ext. 261 or admissions@summitcds.org.
STROLLER WALK
Bring out your strollers and wagons for a walk by the lake with pit stops to talk about what’s going on in nature in the fall. Harbor, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 10 a.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
27 wednesday WEE WEDNESDAY
Bring your little ones for art-making activities all about ghosts, goblins and Halloween. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m.; free admission, parking is $4; 513-639-2995 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.
SPOTLIGHT: FITTON FAMILY FRIDAY Friday, Oct. 29
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his one-man show from Geist the Visual Comedian includes magic, pantomime, juggling and much more. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton; doors open at 6:30 p.m. for a light reception, show begins at 7:30 p.m.; $10 adult members, $12 adult nonmembers, $5 child members, $6 child nonmembers; 513-863-8873, ext. 110 or fittoncenter.org.
28 thursday A CONUNDRUM HALLOWEEN
Classical crossover ensemble Conundrum brings a blend of clarinet, flute, piano and soprano voice to a Halloween-themed evening of music. The Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, 1028 Scott Blvd., Covington; 7:30 p.m.; $19; 859-491-2030 or thecarnegie. com.
FREE JACK-O-LANTERN WALK AND CONTEST
Enjoy a lit trail with more than 1,000 luminaries and carved jack-o-lanterns — enter your own pumpkin in the carving contest. Please no pets. Tower Park, S. Ft. Thomas Ave., Ft. Thomas; 7 - 9 p.m.; 859-781-1700 or ftthomas.org.
MAGIC OF THE NIGHT
Illusionist Stephen Knight presents an original haunted magic show full of ghosts and goblins that will thrill all ages, in this one-night-only performance from the Calico Children’s Theatre. UC Clermont College, 4200 Clermont College Drive, Batavia; 7 p.m.; $6 adults, $4 children, seniors and UC students; 513-558-1215 or ucclermont.edu.
FREE MOMS NIGHT OUT
Leave the kids at home and meet up with other moms for fun, relaxation and pampering. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 6 - 8 p.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods.com or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
PRESCHOOL PUMPKIN PARTY (AR)
Preschoolers can enjoy snacks, crafts and games, including an obstacle course, all in their Halloween costumes. Sharonville Community Center, 10990 Thornview Drive; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; $2 in advance, $4 at the door; 513-563-2895 or sharonville.org/rec.
STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER (AR)
Ages 2 - 6 can bring their favorite stuffed animal for a sleepover with a drop-off party for the animals including crafts and refreshments. Kids can pick up their stuffed buddies the next day with a photo album showing what their friends did and a special surprise. Sharonville Community Center, 10990 Thornview Drive; 6 p.m. today - 6 p.m. Oct. 29; $4 Sharonville residents, $7 nonresidents; 513-563-2895.
THURSDAY ART PLAY
Create your own silhouettes for Halloween, inspired by the Jumex Colelction and the work of CAC artist Carlos Amorales. UnMuseum, Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East Sixth St.; 10:30 a.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $4.50 ages 3 - 13; 513-3458400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
29 friday FITTON FAMILY FRIDAY
Please see “Spotlight” this page for details.
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE
Teens are invited to join an open gym, a scavenger hunt and a challenging obstacle course in this evening of games. Sharonville Recreation Department, 10990 Thornview Drive; 7 - 9 p.m.; $2 before 6 p.m., $4 at the door; 513-563-2895.
GLOW IN THE DARK HIKE (AR) Please see Oct. 27 for details.
PUMPKIN PARTY (AR)
Please see Oct. 19 for details.
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CREEPY CRAWLIES
Face your fears and meet some bugs, spiders and worms. Winton Centre, Witnon Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
CREEPY CRITTERS PUPPET SHOW
They may creep and crawl but they’re not scary. Stay after the show to meet live creatures. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 2 p.m. today and Oct. 31; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
FREE MIAMI VALLEY ADOPTION FAIR
This fair introduces adoptive parents to domestic infant adoption, international adoption, and school age/teen and sibling group adoption, and features exhibitors such as 4C for Children, Families Thru International Adoption, Square One Foster Care and many more. Salem Church of God, 6500 Southway Road, Clayton; 9 a.m. 2 p.m.; miamivalleyadoptionfair.org.
NATURE AT NIGHT PUMPKIN HIKE
Jack-O-Lanterns show the way as you discover nature at night in this self-guided hike along the Pin Oak Trail. Ellenwood Nature Barn, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 7 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
Linton Music’s popular series brings “It’s a String Thing” to young audiences — learn about string instruments, and dance and sing to the violin, viola and cello. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7701 Kenwood Road; 10 and 11:30 a.m.; $4 per person; 513-381-6868 or lintonmusic.org.
FREE SPROUTS IN THE KITCHEN (AR)
Make a Halloween treat that’s simply “boonanners” in this class for ages 5 - 12. Please note that items used in this class may contain allergens. Whole Foods Market, 5805 Deerfield Blvd., Mason; 10 a.m.; 513-459-6131 or paula.mangold@wholefoods.com or wholefoodsmarket.com/mason.
31 sunday
CREEPY CRITTERS PUPPET SHOW
Please see Oct. 30 for details.
KRAFTY KIDS
Enjoy the holiday and spooky face painting, along with a craft project while supplies last. Laser tag missions will be $6 each on Halloween from 12 - 7 p.m. Lazer Kraze, 3187 Western Row Road, Maineville, or 1335 Donaldson Hwy., Erlanger; 12 - 7 p.m.; 513-3391030 or 859-371-KRAZ (5729) or lazerkraze.com.
WITCH’S BREW
Toads, spiders, bats and owls are all thought to be part of a witch’s brew. Take a close look at these creatures and find out the real story. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
Happy Halloween! ANIMAL FACES
Animals have some unusual faces — learn about the purpose of whiskers, wet noses and feather-covered ears while kids can decorate a mask to take home. Winton Centre, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
ARTREACH: EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES (AR)
ArtReach brings to life the famous tale by Hans Christian Andersen, featuring a trickster tailor, a gullible emperor, magic, juggling and audience participation. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St.; 2 p.m.; free members, $4 nonmembers; 513-684-4515 or taftmuseum.org.
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The story of Argentina’s controversial First Lady comes to life in this musical featuring a young girl who lives a short – but very full – life as a starlet, mistress and the President’s wife. Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave.; Sept. 30 – Oct. 17; $21 adults, $19 students and seniors; 513-241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions. com.
HOW I BECAME A PIRATE
When Jeremy Jacob is recruited by Captain Braid Beard to help bury his treasure, Jeremy thinks the pirate life might be for him. But soon he starts to miss a few comforts of home in this play from The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. A special gala performance will be held on Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. in the Scottish Rite Ballroom, followed by a party featuring food, dancing and entertainment for the whole family. Tickets for the gala performance are $100 per adult and $50 per child. Taft Theatre, 317 East Fifth St., downtown; Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 16 and 17 at 2 p.m., and Oct. 23 at 2 and 5 p.m.; $7; 513-569-8080 or thechildrenstheatre.com.
RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S SOUTH PACIFIC
The award-winning musical will delight audiences with favorite songs like “Some Enchanted Evening,” “Younger Than Springtime,” and “A Wonderful Guy.” Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St., downtown; Sept. 21 – Oct. 3; $22.50 - $66.50; 513621-ARTS (2787) or cincinnatiarts.org.
SLEEPING BEAUTY
The Cincinnati Ballet brings to life this classic fairy tale, where an evil spell is broken with a kiss an true love means living happily ever after. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St.; Oct. 22 – 24; $30 - $80; 513621-5282 or cballet.org.
PETER PAN
Fly away to Neverland with Peter Pan in a musical adventure featuring an all-child cast. Clifton Performance Theatre, 404 Ludlow Ave.; Oct. 17 at 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 children; 513-861-SHOW (7469) or cliftonperformancetheatre.com.
PLAYHOUSE OFF THE HILL
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park’s “Off the Hill” program showcases family-friendly plays at community arts centers throughout Greater Cincinnati. This month’s feature is “Happy Worst Day Ever,” the tale of a birthday party that never was, and an unlikely friendship between a popular girl and a nerdy boy. Oct. 2, 3, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 30 and 31 at various community centers; ticket prices vary; visit cincyplay.com for a complete schedule.
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Cincinnati Museum Center, Union Terminal 1301 Western Ave., 513-287-7000, cincymuseum.org AMERICAN JOURNEY: THE LIFE AND PHOTOGRAPHY OF JAMES PRESLEY BALL
Enjoy more than 400 images from James Presley Ball, a 19th century daguerreotypist, entrepreneur, and abolitionist who lived for a time in Cincinnati. Through Oct. 24, 2010.
CLASSIC FILM
Enjoy a Friday night screening of a favorite OMNIMAX film. Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.; single film, $7.50, adults; $6.50, seniors; $5.50, ages 3 - 12; double feature, $13 adults, $11 seniors, $9 ages 3 - 12.
LEGENDS OF FLIGHT
This OMNIMAX film explores the technology and people behind the airplanes of the 20th century and their influence on flights in the 21st century, including a flight test on the new 787 Dreamliner. Through Nov. 4.
MYSTERIES OF THE GREAT LAKES
Take a dramatic OMNIMAX journey from the headwaters of Lake Superior to the edge of Lake Ontario and discover the mysteries that flow past 40 million people and 10,000 miles of coastline. Through Nov. 4.
Cincinnati Art Museum (CAM) 953 Eden Park Drive 721-ARTS (2787) cincinnatiartmuseum.org
LASER HOWLOWEEN
Have a good time at the planetarium this month with a laser show, including Laser Howl-Oween for the whole family, and featuring songs like “Weird Science,” “Ghostbusters,” and of course, “Thriller.” Get a complete schedule at the web site. Drake Planetarium, 2020 Sherman Ave., 4th floor of Norwood High School; Oct. 2 – 31; $9, $30 family four pack in advance, $32 family four pack at the door; 513-396-5578 or drakeplanetarium.org.
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ARTWORLD
Stop by the CAM between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays for hands-on activities and art making inspired by current exhibitions.
FREE FAMILY ARTVENTURES A STEAMBOAT BILL
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra presents a celebration of riverboats, featuring music from favorite musicals like Showboat and Oklahoma, along with a performance to the 1928 silent comedy, Steamboat Bill, Jr. Notre Dame Academy, 1699 Hilton Dr., Covington; 8 p.m. Oct. 15 and 16; $10 - $28; 859-431-6216 or kyso.org.
TREASURE ISLAND: A MUSICAL
Search for hidden treasure with Jim, Long John Silver and the rest of the crew in this adventurous tale featuring an all-child cast. Clifton Performance Theatre, 404 Ludlow Ave.; Oct. 3 and 10 at 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 children; 513-861-SHOW (7469) or cliftonperformancetheatre.com.
WIZARD OF OZ
This classic story has been adapted into a play for and featuring children by Clifton Performance Theatre’s creative director, Carol Brammer. Clifton Performance Theatre, 404 Ludlow Ave.; Oct. 24 at 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 children; 513-861-SHOW (7469) or cliftonperformancetheatre.com.
These weekend tours led by CAM docents feature touchable objects and hands-on ARTSTOPS. Meet at 1 p.m. on Saturdays; 3 p.m. on Sundays.
FAMILY FOCUS GUIDE
Stop by the front desk to pick up a family-friendly guide.
Miscellaneous events continuing this month: ACTING & STORYTELLING
Ages 6 - 12 can participate in theater games, acting exercises, act out African parables and more. Bi-Okoto, 7030 Reading Road; 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Saturdays in Oct.; $5; 513-221-6112 or bi-okoto.com.
AFRICAN DRUM AND DANCE
Bring the whole family to workout your body, mind and spirit while dancing and drumming to traditional rhythms - children can drum at 10 a.m., dance at 11:15 a.m., while adults can drum at 1 p.m. or dance at 12:30 p.m. Bi-Okoto, 7030 Reading Road; Saturdays in Oct.; $12 adults, free for ages 6 - 12; 513-221-6112 or bi-okoto.com.
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AMERICAN ELEGANCE
From 1780 - 1850, creative women made extraordinary quilts from chintz appliqué, including familiar designs like the Tree of Life to the Star of Bethelehem. This exhibit, organized by the International Quilt Study Center, will showcase some of the most beautiful samples of women’s artistic expression. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St.; through - Nov. 7; $8 adults, $6 students and seniors, free for ages younger than 18 and free on Sundays; 513-241-0343 or taftmuseum.org.
BABY BOX REPERTORY
Ages 4 - 6 can join this acting class that explores character, music theatre dnace and song and more. Clifton Performance Theatre, 404 Ludlow Ave.; 11 a.m. on Sat in Oct.; $12; 513-861-SHOW (7469) or cliftonperformancetheatre.com.
BALLET BASICS (AR)
Ages 4 - 12 learn ballet terminology and figures at barre and on floor. Please wear ballet slippers, tights and leotards. Clifton Performance Theatre, 404 Ludlow Ave.; 4 p.m. on Mon in Oct.; $12; 513-861SHOW (7469) or cliftonperformancetheatre.com.
FREE BARNES & NOBLE STORYTIMES
Stories and activities with weekly themes for ages PreK and older. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 7800 Montgomery Road; Saturdays at 11 a.m.; 513-7949320.
BIBLE BUDDIES (AR)
This class teaches simple Bible truths to children 20 months - 5 years using the FaithWeaver Friends curriculum that includes Bible stories, crafts, snacks and activities. Church of the Saviour United Methodist, 8005 Pfeiffer Road; Wed at 9 - 11:30 a.m.; $10 for one child, $15 for families of two or more; cos-umc.org.
CURTAIN CALL REPERTORY PREP
Ages 7 - 14 are invited to this acting class that provides instruction on character study, theatre terms and direction, music theatre dance and song performance. Clifton Performance Theatre, 404 Ludlow Ave.; 9 a.m. on Sat in Oct.; $12; 513-861SHOW (7469) or cliftonperformancetheatre.com.
ENTERTRAINMENT JUNCTION’S MINICIRCUS
Railroads and traveling circuses have a long history, and the Mackay’s Mighty Small Circus exhibit delves into that history with gusto. Enjoy a 1,200-squarefoot display with 1,500 had-carved pieces portraying the life and times of an American circus in the 1900s. EnterTrainment Junction, 7379 Squire Ct., West Chester; through Dec. 31, 2010; included with admission ($12.95 adults, $9.95 children); 513-8988000 or entertrainmentjunction.com.
FALL FLORAL SHOW: A POLLINATOR’S GARDEN
Learn about nature’s most valuable pollinators and how you can help the environment in the Krohn’s annual fall floral show. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Dr.; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. through Oct. 31; free admission, but donations are appreciated; 513-4215707 or cincinnatiparks.com.
FANTASTIC FARM FRIDAYS
Kids in grades PreK - Grade 2 can ride the wagon to the pumpkin patch and play “corny” games. Parky’s Farm, Winton Woods, 10073 Daly Road; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fri in Oct.; a valid Hamilton County
Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
GOD’S BIG BIG WORLD (AR)
Ages 20 months - 5 years learn how to praise and worship with songs, dancing, puppets and more. Church of the Saviour United Methodist, 8005 Pfeiffer Road; Thur at 9 - 11:30 a.m.; $10 for one child, $15 for families of two or more; cos-umc.org.
HALLOWEEN NIGHTS
Bring your little ones to Parky’s Farm for hay rides, magic shows, a Kids Rock show, the Spooky Hollow Ghost Town and more Halloween activities. Parky’s Farm, Winton Woods, 10073 Daly Road; 6 10 p.m., Oct. 7 - 30; $6, plus a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
HEALTHY GIRLS
Girls in grades 1 - 4 can learn about nutrition and join a non-competitive fitness class. Faith Community United Methodist Church, 8230 Cox Road, West Chester; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Thu; $15 (includes exercise ball); 513-777-9533, ext. 107 or lynne.martini@ emailfcumc.net or healthygirlscincinnati.com.
HOMESCHOOL NETWORK OF GREATER CINCINNATI MEETING
Find out about homeschooling in the tri-state area at an information meeting. Visit hsncincy.com or email hsn_cincy@yahoo.com for meeting date and location.
JACK-O-LANTERN JUNCTION
Enjoy an indoor pumpkin patch, where kids get a free pumpkin, along with Halloween crafts, a welllit walk-through of a haunted Victorian village in a no-scare environment, treats, an indoor straw maze and much more in this new Halloween tradition. EnterTrainment Junction, 7379 Squre Ct., West Chester; 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Mon - Sat and 12 - 5 p.m. Sun through Oct. 31; $8; 513-898-8000 or entertrainmentjunction.com.
FREE JOSEPH BETH STORYTIMES
Ages 12 and younger can play unlimited laser tag for $12. Lazer Kraze, 3187 Western Row Road, Maineville, or 1335 Donaldson Hwy., Erlanger; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Saturdays; $12; 513-339-1030 or 859-371-5729 or lazerkraze.com.
PRESCHOOL OPEN PLAY INFLATABLES (AR)
Enjoy huge slides, obstacle courses and bouncers in a morning full of inflatable fun. A parent-signed waiver and socks are required; no coupons or free passes accepted during open play. Lazer Kraze, 1335 Donaldson Hwy., Erlanger; Fri at 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $6; 859-271-KRAZ (5729) or lazerkraze. com.
FREE PRESCHOOL STORY TIMES
Get ready for finger puppet fun with Miss Gail. Blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; Wed at 10:30 a.m.; 513-731-2665; bluemanateebooks.com.
PUMPKIN PATCH EXPRESS
Take a train ride to a pumpkin patch where you can find your way through a corn maze, pet some animals, make some crafts and purchase a pumpkin. Lebanon Monroe Mason Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon; 9:45 a.m., 1 and 4:15 p.m. on Sat and Sun in Oct.; $18.50 adults, $15.50 seniors and ages 5 - 16, $8.30 ages 2 - 4, free ages 1 and younger; 513-933-8022 or lebanonrr.com.
ST. RITA’S HAUNTED HOUSE
Get your fright on all month long, or enjoy kid-friendly matinees on Oct. 24 and 25 at 3 p.m. St. Rita’s Haunted House, 1720 Glendale-Milford Road; 7 p.m. Thu - Sun in Oct.; $10 (discounts available at web site); 513-771-1060 or srsdeaf.org.
FREE STROLLER CLUB (AR)
Join other moms as they walk or run with strollers to get back in shape and exercise with friends. Group meets at a variety of community parks on Monday mornings; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.
SUCCESS STRATEGIES FOR STUDENTS WITH ADHD
Bring your little ones to hear favorite stories and listen to new tales each week. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth.com.
High school and college students with ADHD or learning disabilities can learn new strategies to improve their academy performance in weekly, small-group meetings. Life Management Strategies, LLC; 4 - 5:30 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 13 - Dec.; $25; 513-947-8387 or lifestrat.net for locations.
KIDS DAY OUT (AR)
FREE TRINITY TOGETHER TIME
Ages 6 months - Kindergarten can make crafts, play games, and have a snack with friends while parents run errands, meet with friends, or have some time away from the demands of parenthood. Church of the Saviour United Methodist, 8005 Pfeiffer Road; Tue at 9 - 11:30 a.m. or 12 - 2:30 p.m., lunch bunch from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; $10 for one child, $15 for families of two or more, $5 lunch bunch; cos-umc.org.
MASTERWORKS FOR NATURE
Enjoy the creative works of dedicated conservationists in this nature-themed art exhibit. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sept. 25 - Oct. 10; a valid Hamilton County Parks Motor Vehicle Permit ($2 daily, $5 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-PARK (7275) or greatparks.org.
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MUNCHKIN MADNESS
Parents and grandparents with children ages birth - 5 are invited to experience activities like guest speakers, crafts, games, stories and snacks. Trinity Community Church, 3850 E. Galbraith Road, 1 2:30 p.m., first and third Tuesday; 513-791-7631 or trinitycincinnati.org.
TUESDAY KIDS DAY OUT (AR)
Enjoy a day out with and for the kids, including lunch! Church of the Saviour United Methodist, 8005 Pfeiffer Road; 9 - 11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (lunch bunch) and 12:30 - 3 p.m. on Tuesdays and 9 - 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday and Thursday; $10 for one child, $15 for families, $5 additional for lunch bunch; 513-791-3142 or cos-umc.org.
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