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Cincinnati News
by Amanda Ciani
Ice Skating and Bumper Cars Return!
Slide and glide into the holiday season! The U.C. Health Rink presented by Fifth Third Bank opens Saturday, Nov. 5 and promises a fun time for all. Located at Fountain Square in downtown Cincinnati, skating and bumper car fun will be available through February 20, 2023. The ice rink features Bumper and Skating sessions for $15 or skating alone for $10. Children ages 4 and younger are free and do not need to be included when you reserve a session. Anyone age 5 or older must have a paid admission to enter even if they are not participating in skating. When Bumpers and Skating is in session, the ice will be divided into two sections with skating on one side and bumper cars on the other. The rink will operate seven days a week with hours and session type varying. Be sure to review all of site's posted frequently asked questions before booking!
Book online at myfountainsquare.com/ice-rink. The address for Fountain Square is 520 Vine St., Cincinnati. All reservations are nonrefundable.
All Aboard the North Pole Express
The LM&M Railroad is once again offering a magical event for families this season. The North Pole Express takes passengers down the tracks of Warren County, Ohio along with Santa and his elves on a one-hour-and-fi fteen-minute journey. Train cars are decorated with holiday lights and all kid passengers receive a souvenir bell and a holiday cookie. Hot chocolate can be purchased at the station prior to boarding — bring it on board for the ride! The dates for the North Pole Express are Nov. 18, 19, 20, 23, 26 and 27 and Dec. 1 - 4; 7 - 11; and 14 - 23. Weekdays rides are at 6 and 8 p.m. and Saturday jaunts are at 12, 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Tickets range from $22 - $50, but babies under age 2 are $5. Go ahead and don holiday jammies!
Get tickets at lebanonrr.com/ northpole. LM&M is located 30 minutes outside of Cincinnati at 16 E. South Street, Lebanon. Call 513933-8022 for more information.
Giving Back
Bring a Little Joy to Kids in Need
As you do all of your holiday shopping this month, consider donating to a toy drive. It's a great way to help your kids experience the joy of giving to others who may not have as much as they do.
LOCAL TOY DRIVES
Toys for Tots cincinnati-oh.toysfortots.org Salvation Army of Greater Cincinnati easternusa.salvationarmy.org/greater-cincinnati Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Campaign contact giftinkind@cchmc.org or 513-517-4438 cincinnatichildrens.org St. Vincent de Paul 1125 Bank St., Cincinnati, Oh | 513-562-8841 info@svdpcincinnati.org svdpcincinnati.org/drives-events/host-your-own-drive Play Library 1306 Main St., Cincinnati, Oh | 513-407-7045 playlibrary.org
New Athletic Training Available in Anderson
Looking to take your family's physical performance to the next level? D1 Training is opening a new location in Anderson Township at the end of this month! Located at 8315 Beechmont Avenue, this specialized facility will offer group sessions to ages 7 - 11 (Rookies ), 12 - 14 (developmental) and 15 - 18 (prep); there will also be family and adult training, too. The coaching, science-backed sports and targeted workouts are designed to challenge athletes of every age to elevate their skills and be at their physical best.
Athletes are welcome to try a free session; visit d1training. com or call 513-982-8315 for more information.
NEWSYBITS
Mini Golf & Range Open All Year
The Acres mini golf and driving range is open year-round for nostalgic family fun and birthdays. The fully renovated putt-putt courses are colorful, challenging and just plain cool; there are even holes resembling Skeeball and Pinball games. Families can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant serving up traditional classics with a modern fl are plus burgers, hot dogs and fries. During chilly outings, huddle around the fi re pit and enjoy a warm cup of cocoa.
The Acres is located at 9941 Reading Road in Cincinnati; head to acrescincinnati.com or call 513-733-1100 for more information.
Hocking Hills Opens a New Lodge
Head to the brand-new Great Parks' event, Holidays on the Farm, to experience the magic that nature offers during chilly months! The event takes place Nov.17 through Dec. 23 at Parky’s Farm (10073 Daly Road). Festivities include lit nature trails, hayrides, illuminated displays, caroling, music, crafts, traditional holiday movies on anoutdoor screen, meet-andgreets with animal ambassadors, strolling characters and Santa Claus! Adults can enjoy a Beer Garden and there's hot chocolate, too plus food trucks!
Visit greatparks.org or call 513-521-7275 for more information.
Florence Y’alls Offers Deck Y'Alls for the Holidays
The brand-new Deck the Y’alls Lightfest at Thomas More Stadium will have the entire stadium illuminated with more than 2 million lights and immersive displays. The event runs Nov. 25 - Jan. 1 and activities include an outdoor ice skating rink, a ferris wheel, carnival games, rides, vendors, s’mores, Santa and more. Firework Fridays will continue during Deck the Y’alls, too! Parking is free and pricing varies by date, with kid's tickets as low as $10 and adults as low as $14.
