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a group, parents today are more cautious than parents of past generations, and it’s no wonder. For starters, no other group of parents had to deal with post - 9/11 and the cell phone explosion AT THE SAME TIME. It’s a lot to handle, and it’s no wonder we’ve become “helicopters” or “tigers” or “free-rangers” or whatevers. One thing’s true: Many of us are guilty of over-parenting our kids these days because we just can’t help it. First, there’s the stress. We get anxious easily and worry that our kids are anxious. We strive to make things right to alleviate any confusion or discomfort our kids may feel. We try so hard to do what’s “right” that we often end up screwing things up ... including for the kids. Second, there’s this idea of perfect parenting that many moms pursue. It’s just not possible and the truth is, you can’t parent hard enough to obtain it. Perfection is a myth. We parents should all just try to have more fun. Maybe we need to just stop. Loosen up a little. Forget about being overprotective. Stop hovering and harping on our kids’ every move. Stop asking the little dears what they want and start making them work for it. Stop being there all the time and start letting kids handle things themselves. Back in the day — as my second born loves to say — parents loved to entertain on the weekends. They’d bring in a sitter and that was that — off to the dinner party! They’d dress nicely, set pretty tables, prepare delicious food, booze it up a bit, play adult games ... and the heck with the kids! You didn’t dare bore your friends with incessant chatter about your little darlings. You held adult conversations about current and fascinating topics. NEWS FLASH: The idea of “parenting” didn’t even occur to our parents. We lived in our parents’ world, not the other way around. Life was centered around the bread winners and the homemakers and children ate what was put in front of them or they didn’t eat. Our parents were strict about good grades and politeness, but they were not hawks on every aspect of their kids like so many of us have become. So can we just lighten up please? Can we stop caring so much about the kids 24/7 and start making a bit more fun time for ourselves? A good way to get start? Let your kids do some thing you might have said no to before. Sign them up for fun spring and summer activities. Let them go a bit. And — don’t fret too much about how you’re doing as a mom or dad, try to enjoy it more. The fact that you might worry at all about it puts you in the good-parents club!

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here are plenty of ways to meet the Big Guy and celebrate Easter. Check out these spots for Easter Bunny visits, egg hunts, crafts and more:

Eggstravaganza on Sunday, April 9 at the Voice of America MetroPark (7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester). RSVP in advance for egg hunts taking place from 12 - 3 p.m., enjoy a brunch buffet ($10 adults, $5 seniors, free ages 12 and younger), and be sure to bring your cameras for a meet-andgreet with the Easter Bunny. Register at 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

Chester) hosts a Mom & Me Easter Tea on Saturday, April 15 from 12 - 2:30 p.m. Moms and their daughters ages 6 and older are invited to don their finest party dress and Easter hat and hop in for an afternoon that includes lunch, a tea party, and jewelry making. A $40 fee includes refreshments, an Easter necklace, and a $10 credit for Mom to use upon her return. RSVP to 513873-4561 or thesilverdiva.com.

Hunt for eggs at night on Friday, April 14 at Forest Run Metropark (1810 HamiltonNew London Road, Hamilton). Bring a flashlight to hunt for eggs filled with candy and prizes, check out concessions and glow items, and visit with the Easter Bunny. RSVP by Wednesday, April 12; cost is $3 Butler County residents, $4 nonresidents. Call 513-867-5835 or visit yourmetroparks.net.

Bring your cameras for photos with the Easter Bunny on Saturday, April 15 at Liberty Park (6757 Yankee Road, Liberty Township) from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Kids participate in an age-appropriate egg hunt and plenty of fun. Get the scoop at liberty-township.com/243/ Township-Events.

Fairfield residents are invited to Harbin Park (1300 Hunter Road) on Saturday, April 8 from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. for visits with the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt (children will be grouped by age), crafts, prizes and a jelly-bean guessing contest! Call 513-867-5348 or visit Fairfieldcity.org. The Silver Diva (7594B Voice of America Centre Drive, West

Head to Cottell Park (5847 Irwin Simpson Road, Mason) on Saturday, April 15 beginning at 10 a.m. for age-grouped Easter egg hunts, a visit with the Easter Bunny, vendor booths, an Egg Patch just for toddlers, and egg trade-in stations so eggs can be re-used. Get the full schedule at deerfield.rec.com.

Center’s Foundry from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Mon - Thu, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri and Sat, and 12 - 6 p.m. Sun. Five dollars gets you a 5x7 image, and bring your own cameras to take pictures as well. Get a schedule at liberty-center. com/easter-bunny. Hop aboard the Easter Bunny Express at the LM&M Railroad (127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon)! Enjoy a train ride through Warren County, visit with the Easter Bunny and join an egg hunt with prizes and candy. Trains depart at 10 a.m., 12:15, 2:30 and 4:45 p.m. April 8, 9, 14 and 15. Tickets are $18 adults, $15 ages 2 - 16 and seniors, and free for infants. Call 513-933-8022 or visit lebanonrr.com. RSVP for the Easter Spectacular at Parky’s Farm in Winton Woods (10073 Daly Road)! Kids of all ages receive lunch, a wagon ride to an Easter egg hunt, a photo with the Easter Bunny, live entertainment and more. Sessions take place at 10:45 a.m., 12:15, 1 and 1:45 p.m. on April 8 and 9. Purchase your tickets for $9.95/person at 513-521-7275 or greatparks. org.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Gracie, cancer survivor and this year’s CancerFree KIDS Butterfly Walk T-shirt designer.

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makes the t-shirts so significant is that survivors are the ones designing them, and Gracie designed this year’s shirt. “We came up with the idea to have a survivor design a t-shirt each year as a way of bringing the focus of the event on the kids,” says Amy Paribello, event coordinator. “These kids need to be recognized for the amazing people they are.” Children are chosen based on their participation, whether they were a top fundraiser, a member of the walk’s biggest team, or in this year’s case, Gracie, a participant for the past 10 years. After multiple drafts, Gracie settled on a drawing that features the walk’s signature butterfly of courage along with smiling faces of cancer survivors. The shirt will be a special addition to her already-impressive collection of t-shirts from previous walks, along with all of her medals of courage that she receives each year in a Survivors’ Ceremony.

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Participants will get a look at Gracie’s final design on May 13. “Gracie’s Gang has participated in every single Butterfly Walk,” says mom Erin. “We plan to keep the streak going indefinitely. We have so much to be thankful for, but it’s a great reminder of all the work that still needs to be done.” The Butterfly Walk’s activities start with a 5K run followed by a Survivors’ Ceremony. Then, families are invited to take an inspirational one-mile walk through the park, admiring the many trees decorated by local groups and organizations with colorful butterflies. A festival runs until noon, where children can enjoy tasty food, live entertainment, inflatables, pony rides, games, and crafts. Gracie says that the day is great for meeting and supporting children who have been through similar experiences as her. “It’s just a really fun place to go and for a great cause!”

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The state of Ohio and The Baby Box Co., an organization aimed at improving family health and reducing SIDS, have teamed up to launch a program for expecting parents to receive a free Baby Box after completing an online education course. With an infant mortality rate that’s higher than the national average, Ohio aims to distribute 140,000 Baby Boxes each year to families of all socioeconomic backgrounds. Baby Boxes are made from durable cardboard and are certified for safe sleep. In order to receive one, families must complete the online curriculum about prenatal health, breastfeeding, safe sleep practices and newborn care.

The Atrium Medical Center is now home to the new Natural Beginnings Birth Center, the area’s first comprehensive natural birth center located within an acute care hospital. The new center offers a combination of labor-coping services like hydrotherapy, childbirth education classes, ongoing education after delivery, certified nurse midwives on staff, all in a private, home-like setting. For more details, call 513-4242111 or visit atriummedcenter.org/ naturalbeginnings.

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HOW YOU CAN HELP WHEN IT HAPPENS TO A FRIEND Post-partum depression (PPD) is the number one complication for women who have just had a baby, according to the March of Dimes. PPD can include any number of symptoms: obsessive-compulsive behavior, depression, anxiety or anger. If you have a friend who is struggling after having a baby, there are ways you can help:

THE GIFT OF A NAP Offer to babysit so that she can take a nap. Sleep eases symptoms of PPD, and what sleepdeprived mom wouldn’t love a nap?

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like a birth. Doing so simply takes forethought. First, you can request a clear drape, so you can see baby come into this world. Second, your labor and delivery team can place medical equipment beside you, instead of on your chest, which will allow Baby to be placed on your chest as soon as possible to promote bonding and breastfeeding, if desired. Other modifications include minimizing medical chatter and having soft music playing to create a calm environment. Laura Lewis, a local mother of two, was a high risk patient during her second pregnancy and a C-section was recommended. Lewis and her husband discussed a gentle C-section with their obstetrician and he agreed to it. “It was an amazing and healing experience,” says Lewis. “I didn’t feel like I missed out on anything.” Music played in the operating room and Lewis saw her baby immediately after delivery. Lewis held her baby in the operating room and nursed her baby in the recovery room. “It was all around a happy, beautiful, and stress-free experience.”

HYDROTHERAPY & WATER BIRTHS At least one local hospital now offers moms experiencing low-risk pregnancies the option to deliver in water. Atrium Medical Center in Middletown currently offers two portable Jacuzzi tubs for moms to labor and deliver in as well. This year, Atrium will open the Natural Beginnings Birth Center. Their programs support women wanting to experience natural childbirth, and will include the addition of two new birthing tubs.

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LABORING TOOLS With my most recent labor two months ago, I was focused on experiencing a labor without the administration of an epidural. Thankfully, I was prepared to ask for laboring tools once I arrived to my LDR room. Remember, if you do not see them in your room, that does not mean they are not available for use — simply ask! • Birthing Ball. Sitting and swaying on a birthing ball helps open up the pelvis. For me, the birthing ball was a big help! • Peanut Ball. Ideal for moms in bed due to exhaustion, choice, or epidural. This tool may help shorten labor duration and help rotate babies who are in unfavorable positions. Women can use the ball in a reclining position or on their side; there are a variety of ways to place the ball under and between the legs to help baby move along. • Birthing Bar. This tool helps Mom get in an ideal position during the pushing phase of labor. It may shorten the duration of pushing, as it helps baby descend into the birth canal. • Nitrous Oxide. Laughing gas is used in many countries as a pain reliever during labor. Mom breathes in a mix of 50 percent nitrous oxide and 50 percent oxygen through a mask 30 seconds before contractions, to help ease the pain. This option is on the rise in the U.S.

SEEDING When babies are born vaginally, they are exposed to beneficial bacteria as they descend through the birth canal. Good bacteria gives baby immunities to the outside world to help keep them healthy. Seeding is the process of exposing

babies born via Cesarean section to their mother’s vaginal cultures in the hopes that they too benefit from their mother’s good bacteria. Absorbent gauze is placed inside Mom as she’s being prepped for surgery. Once the baby is delivered, the gauze is removed and swiped over the newborn baby’s face. Gillian Foreman, MA, IBCLC, offers courses through her business, Modern Breastfeeding + Education. In one such class, “Happy, Healthy Cesarean,” Gillian explores many topics concerning Cesarean sections including family centered/ gentle Cesareans and also seeding. “Seeding can help women have control over their birth to benefit their baby,” Foreman says. If you have a desire to have seeding be a part of your C-section, talk to your medical provider to make it a part of your birth plan.

DELAYED CORD CLAMPING & CUTTING Most umbilical cords are clamped and cut anywhere from 10 - 15 seconds after birth, however, even waiting twice that long could potentially have a lasting impact in your child’s life. Experts from The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Academy of Pediatrics advise waiting 30 - 60 seconds (others suggest waiting one to three minutes) to clamp and cut the cord, to allow blood to flow from the placenta back into the newborn. The suggested benefits of delayed cord clamping and cutting include reduced risk of anemia, higher deposits of iron (which is important in brain development), and higher blood volume level for the infant.

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VERNIX Vernix is a protective coating on the newborn baby’s skin. Some babies are covered in it, others have very little at all. Henry T. Akinbi, M.D., and the late Steve Hoath, M.D., from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital suggest leaving the vernix on the baby, or even massaging it into the baby’s skin. Akinbi has found the substance has antimicrobial characteristics, and that it is an ideal first moisturizer for babies skin.

PLACENTA ENCAPSULATION The placenta provides the baby with absolutely everything it may need during its in-utero stay: oxygen, nourishment, waste removal, and protection from the outside world. After delivery, some women choose to have their placenta encapsulated so they may benefit from the nutrient dense organ. Molly Murray is a mother of three, childbirth educator, doula, placenta encapsulation specialist, and owner of Cincinnati Birth and Parenting, LLC. Murray has encapsulated 45 placentas. “Anecdotal evidence suggests that women who consume placenta capsules experience improved postpartum healing, fewer mood issues, and an increased milk supply. I’m happy to provide this service to families in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area,’’ she says. There are lots of options available in today’s delivery rooms — now you know about them and can get what you want! Amanda Ciani lives in Northern Kentucky with her husband and their three sons. She graduated from NKU with degrees in Sociology and Philosophy.

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BIRTHING

FACILITIES

ATRIUM MEDICAL CENTER One Medical Center Drive, Middletown 513-424-2111 atriummedcenter.org/maternity

BETHESDA NORTH HOSPITAL 10500 Montgomery Road 513-865-1111 trihealth.com/womens

THE CHRIST HOSPITAL 2139 Auburn Ave. 513-585-2000 thechristhospital.com

GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL 375 Dixmyth Ave. 513-862-1400 trihealth.com/womens

MERCY HEALTH ANDERSON HOSPITAL 7500 State Road 513-624-4500 • mercy.com

BIRTHS PER YEAR

LDR/LDRP

900

6 LDR rooms, 3 triage rooms for evaluation, 19 post-partum rooms, including one room dedicated to the Help Endure a Loss program, 2 LDRP suits in the Natural Beginnings Birth Center

4,035

3,200

5,400

1,900

12 LDR rooms, 3 operating rooms, 35 “Mother Baby” postpartum suites

LDR, Postpartum, and Special Care Nursery (SCN) units

18 LDR rooms, 3 high-risk delivery antepartum rooms, 5 operation rooms, 39 “Mother Baby” suites, 20 patient rooms in Special Care Obstetrics unit

20 LDRP rooms

CERTIFIED NURSE MIDWIFE

Yes

Beginning this year

Multiple midwives that deliver; CNM available through partners

Yes, TriHealth Nurse Midwives staff includes 11 CNMs

Five CNMs available through partners

CERTIFIED LACTATION CONSULTANT

NICU LEVEL

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Yes

Level II Special Care Nursery

Through the Natural Beginnings Birth Center, childbirth tools like aromatherapy, birthing balls, massage therapy and water therapy. Atrium also offers a C-section room, a large selection of classes for parents an family, breastfeeding support, “rooming in” options, and access to a maternal-fetal medicine center for high-risk pregnancies.

Yes, the TriHealth Breastfeeding Care Center team

Level II Harold and Margret Thomas Special Care Nursery

Snack packs following delivery. A well-baby nursery is available for all moms and quiet time is observed daily from 3:30 - 5 p.m. Interpreting services available, as well as a peanut ball for patients with epidural anesthesia. Kangaroo Care for moms and babies without complications.

Level II Neonatology

120 years of maternity care experience. Inpatient and outpatient lactation services including a boutique and pump offerings. Skin-to-skin after delivery (even in the operating room), many childbirth education offerings, Gentle C-Section, tenured staff, rooming-in offered for all babies, even special care nursery babies when appropriate. Feng shui rooms for birthing, hydrotherapy tub in L&D.

Yes, TriHealth Breastfeeding Care Center team

Level III NICU, 60-bed unit

Undergoing renovations for relocation of Special Care Obstetrics unit, and a new welcome area with valet parking, bedside registration and concierge services. Kangaroo Care available for moms and babies without complications to promote temperature regulation, breastfeeding success, and to reduce stress and facilitate bonding. Center for Maternal Cardiac Care is a collaboration between TriState Maternal Fetal Medicine, TriHealth Adult Cardiology, Good Samaritan OB Anesthesia and Children’s Hospital Medical Center Cardiology to provide a multidisciplinary team approach to care for patients with congenital or acquired heart disease during pregnancy.

Yes, 3 CLCs

SCN Level II with neonatology services from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Offering 24-hour in-house OB coverage, 24-hour in-house anesthesia coverage, baby friendly, neonatal nurse practitioner, 100% certification of labor nurses on electronic fetal monitoring, nitrous oxide for labor pain relief, natural birth friendly hospital, hydrotherapy for labor pain relief.

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BIRTHING

FACILITIES

BIRTHS PER YEAR

LDR/LDRP

1,650

12 LDR rooms, 21 postpartum rooms, 9 single bed private rooms in special care nursery

MERCY HEALTH FAIRFIELD HOSPITAL 3000 Mack Road, Fairfield 513-870-7000 • mercy.com

MERCY HEALTH WEST HOSPITAL 3300 Mercy Health Blvd. 513-215-2030 • mercy.com

650+

ST. ELIZABETH HEALTHCARE’S THE FAMILY BIRTH PLACE 1 Medical Village Drive, Edgewood 859-301-2000 stelizabeth.com

4,500

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI MEDICAL CENTER 234 Goodman St. 513-584-1000 uchealth.com/womens-health

2,500

UC HEALTH WEST CHESTER HOSPITAL 7700 University Drive, West Chester 513-298-3000 uchealth.com.westchesterhospital/services/maternity-services/

594

9 LDR rooms and 18 post-partum rooms

CERTIFIED NURSE MIDWIFE

CERTIFIED LACTATION CONSULTANT

NICU LEVEL

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Yes, 4 CLCs

SCN Level II with neonatology services from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Offering 24-hour in-house OB coverage, 24-hour in-house anesthesia coverage, baby-friendly, Magnet hospital, neonatal nurse practitioner, recently renovated unit, 100% certification of labor nurses on electronic fetal monitoring.

Yes, 4 CLCs

SCN Level II with neonatology services from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Offering 24-hour in-house OB coverage, 24-hour in-house anesthesia coverage, along with a new Director for Women’s Services.

Level III

Natural delivery options, midwives, laboring tubs, peanut balls, birthing balls, compassionate staff with a passion for mothers going natural; skin-to-skin in the OR for C-Sections and clear drapes to see Baby’s arrival; locked unit for added security for moms and babies; infant security system where both mom and baby wear tags that bond them together.

Level III NICU

A dedicated Obstetrics Emergency Care Center for expectant mothers 20+ weeks gestation in need of immediate care 24/7. Home to the only certified Joint Commission Perinatal Treatment Center, a Level III NICU and the region’s only highrisk OB transport service.

Level IIB Special Care Nursery

Obstetricians and anesthesiologists on site at all times. Same physicians who serve the Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center also support the West Chester Hospital Maternity Services Unit. Gentle C-Sections available beginning April 1, when deemed appropriate with immediate skin-toskin contact to help with motherbaby bonding. Sleep sacks for newborns, accompanied by education for new parents about baby sleep safety, in accordance with the Ohio Department of Health’s Safe Sleep program and the American Academy of Pediatrics safe sleep recommendations.

CNM available through partners

LDRP

Yes

13 LDR rooms

Yes

6 Midwives and 5 CNP nurses

LDR

Yes

NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (NICU) SERVICES KEY:

Level I: Facility provides basic care for uncomplicated maternity and neonatal patients who are at low risk.

Level II-Obstetric: Facility provides a broad range of maternal-fetal services for normal patients and for those with mild or moderate obstetric illnesses or complications.

Level II-Neonatal: Facility provides specialty services for infants born at or beyond 32 weeks who have problems that are expected to resolve rapidly and are not anticipated to need subspecialty care on an urgent basis. These units provide care for babies convalescing after intensive care. Level III-Obstetric: A broad range of maternal-fetal services for normal patients

and those in need of intensive care. Can handle deliveries for all gestational ages.

Level III-Neonatal: Provides care for infants born less than 32 weeks or have complex medical conditions. These units have the means to provide life support for as long as needed.

Level IV-Neonatal: Has capabilities of Level III units with additional functions and considerable experience in the care of the most complex and critically ill newborns. Pediatric medical and surgical specialty consultants are on site 24 hours per day. Can provide surgeries for complex conditions.

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ARTS Abrakadoodle Summer Art Camps Multiple locations in Greater Cincinnati

513-297-5655

Abrakadoodle offers summer camps and camps during school breaks. Our camps include art lessons, music, games, crafts, and more for children ages 3 - 12. Call for locations and dates.

Art Workshop 3130 Wasson Road, Hyde Park theartworkshopinc.net

513-406-4009

The best summer art camps in Cincinnati for 25 years. This is a place for kids to create and explore all aspects of art, to exercise their imaginations, and generate ideas. Create your own world, Pokemon or pet, have fun with drawing, painting, and pottery wheel. Ages 6 and up.

Arts and Creativities 7010 Miami Ave., Cincinnati artsandcreativities.com

513-272-1500

Truly the city’s most creative camps: Harry Potter, Jr. Fashionista, Garden, Cook and Create, American Girl Design, Room Redo, Project Runway, Cupcakery, and Sewing and Fashion Design camps every week of the summer!

ArtsConnect Kids Camp 9150 Winton Road, Cincinnati theartsconnect.us/camps

513-522-1410

Brazee Street School of Glass 4426 Brazee St., Cincinnati brazeestreetstudios.com

513-321-0206

Your kids are empowered to make a difference through their art with a summer packed full of imaginative, creative, and fulfilling art projects. The ArtsConnect Kids Camp offers before- and after-care if needed. Experience a week or an entire summer of art!

Introduce your child to the world of glass! Brazee is a national leader in art glass education for children. Day camps for kids 3 - 11 and up.

Camp Art Academy Held at Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati artacademy.edu/com-ed/summer-art-camp/summer-art-camp.php commed@artacademy.edu

513-562-8748

Camp Art Academy is an award-winning, memorable art experience for your camper! Balancing technical instruction with freedom of self-expression, Camp Art Academy’s curriculum includes fundamental visual art skill building activities, two and three dimensional hands-on experiences, top-notch guest artists and creative problem solving with lots of fun!

CCM Preparatory & Community Engagement ccm.uc.edu/summer.html • ccmprep@uc.edu

513-556-2595

Experience the performing arts at University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music this summer. Acting, ballet, and music classes and camps for children, teens, and adults.

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati 4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati thechildrenstheatre.com • info@thechildrenstheatre.com

513-569-8080

Join TCT for our one week long, themed summer camps! Sessions for 6 - 7 year olds and 8 - 10 year olds, weekdays 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at our facility on Red Bank Road. A special opportunity for 11 - 14 year olds the week of June 26. Just $250 per week. Register online!

Cincinnati Art Museum - Summer Camp cincinnatiartmuseum.org/summercamp • summercamp@cincyart.org

513-639-2334

The Cincinnati Art Museum is the place for fun and creativity in the summer. Jump into art with eight weeks of exciting art projects, gallery games, and more! Explore a different theme each week with activities taught by skilled educators and museum staff. Designed for children ages 6 - 12. Jun. 12 - Aug. 11.

Cincinnati Ballet Center Kids Dance Camp cballet.org/academy/kids-dance-camp 513-562-1111

Students ages 4 - 8 embark on week-long safaris through Kids Dance Camp! Each day, they’ll dance their way through wildlife adventures and culminate in a performance.

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Summer Theatre Camp and Performance Academy cincyplay.com 513-421-3888

Introduce young theatre fans in your life to the world of performing arts! With Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park’s summer theatre day camp and multi-week performance academy, students learn foundational performance and production skills. Camps held at the Playhouse, Middletown and Mason. Call or visit our website for more information.

Cincinnati School of Music 9361 Montgomery Road, Montgomery 6682 Tri Way Drive, Mason cincinnatischoolofmusic.com

513-561-1888

Trusted by over 1,000 families, CSM provides lessons to kids, teens, and adults on piano, voice, guitar, drums, ukulele, violin, and more. New students can enroll at any time. Now with two locations.

The Mad Potter Madeira 7754 Camargo Road, Madeira madpottercincinnati.com

513-561-1888

Mary Helen Fashion Sewing Camp 1981 Madison Road, Cincinnati maryhelenstudio.com

513-802-5020

Mason Dance Center 600-B Reading Road, Mason masondance.com

513-398-0353

Shannon’s All About Dance 8419 U.S. 42, Florence, KY saadance.org

859-331-4122

Songs For Seeds Cincinnati Kids First Sports Center, 7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati songsforseeds.com/oh/cincinnati

513-510-0439

Get creative on your summer break! Pottery painting, glass mosaics, crafts, and games. Two sessions: Jul. 10 - 14 and Jul. 24 - 28. Ages 6 - 13. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Embark on a week-long adventure exploring fashion sewing or creative small business at Mary Helen Studio Summer Camps! For ages 7 - 15. More information and registration on our website

Mason Dance Center provides an opportunity for anyone ages 3 - adult to discover the joys of dance. Ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, modern, pre-professional ballet, pre-dance combos, adult classes. Summer camps forming soon – sign up now!

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. Sign ups open during the entire season.

This weekly, 45 minute, interactive class encourages children, newborn - 6 yrs. to sing, dance, and play along with a live, threepiece band. Kids rock out with children’s instruments, as well as real drums, guitars, keyboards, and instruments from around the world. By mixing our original kids rock ‘n’ roll with popular tunes, the band is sure to please little ones and their adults. It is the most fun you and your child will have all week!

Star Glazers starglazers.com 513-474-6364

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

West Chester Academy Music, Dance, Gymnastics 8107 Market Place Drive, West Chester 513-829-2345 westchesteracademy.com

Your passport to fun all summer! Monday through Friday camps include Beginning Piano and Guitar, Princess Dance, Jungle Gymnastics, Arts and Crafts Galore, and more. The more you take, the more you save. Discounts on each additional summer camp.

EDUCATION/ENRICHMENT Archbishop Moeller High School 9001 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati moeller.org

513-791-1680

Children’s Meeting House 927 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland cmhschool.com

513-683-4757

Moeller Summer Camps are designed to provide positive, skill-focused environment where highly experienced teachers and coaches provide instructions in a well-structured, character driven atmosphere.

Our camps offer a variety of arts, crafts, nature, science, drama, and fun activities for children ages 3 - 12 on our beautiful 7+ acre campus. Camps are led by experienced CMH staff who are eager to share their passion for learning and having fun with our campers. Childcare is available after day camp until 5:30 p.m. to accommodate working families. Camp dates: Weeks of Jun. 19, Jun. 26, Jul. 17, and Jul. 24. Visit our website to see all our camps. Reserve your space NOW!

Great Oaks Career Camps greatoaks.com

Choose from digital arts, cooking, construction, healthcare, animal science, automotive, and more. For kids entering grades 9 or 10 from Great Oaks affiliated school districts.

Kiddie Academy of Mason 6202 Snider Road, Mason 8178 Highland Point, West Chester kiddieacademy.com/mason

513-234-0699 513-847-1145

Welcome to Camp Adventure, designed for children 2 - 12. Each weekly theme will offer a unique exploration, with arts and crafts, food, games, and more. Camp Adventure participants will enjoy many hands-on, self-directed activities. Camp Atlantis will give your child the opportunity to spend the summer exploring their connection to the world around them during field trips and weekly activities such as Foamtastic, Cool Critters, and Charlie Cadabra.

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LearnRizon Learning Camps, After School and Test Prep Classes 9393 Fields Ertel Road, Cincinnati 513-258-7169 learnrizon.com

New learning summer camps where students learn reading, writing, math, Chinese/Spanish through fun small group activities. Full- and half-day camps. After-school enrichments. SAT/ACT test prep classes all year around.

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Boots and Bridles Camps Earth Explorers Camps Garden Adventures Make a Splash Camps Log onto www.green-acres.org to learn more and register today.

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At the Y, we ensure that children and teens reach their full potential by helping them grow physically, mentally, and socially. Leadership and academic enrichment programs include school age care (over 85 sites), preschool (two Autism centers), kindergarten, infant/toddler care, teen college and career readiness program, youth and government program, and day and overnight camps.

FITNESS, SPORTS Big Shots Sports Training 885 State Route 28 (inside Recreations Outlet), Milford bigshotstraining.com • hello@bigshotstraining.com

513-BIG-SHOT (244-7468)

Big Shots is a sports training facility that is unlike anything else in the Cincinnati area. We specialize in basketball, volleyball, soccer, and lacrosse training. What makes Big Shots unique is that we offer batting cage style courts and fields for athletes looking to develop and improve their skills in order to compete at the next level.

Full Throttle Indoor Karting 11725 Commons Dr., Springdale gofullthrottle.com • info@gofullthrottle.com

513-341-5278

Hubbard Family Swim School 7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati hubbardswim.com

513-530-0123

The Little Gym of Mason 8201 Arbor Square Drive, Mason www.thelittlegym.com/masonoh

513-204-1400

Offering single day and week-long go kart speed camps where drivers 8 - 15 can experience hands-on driving and racing skills. The single day camps serve as an introduction to racing while the week-long camps focus on fundamental racing skills with on track and classroom sessions. All camps include lunch, snacks, and racing-themed entertainment. Camps run from 8:30 - 4:30. Single day camps are scheduled Jun. 15, Jul. 13, and Aug. 10. Week-long camps are scheduled Jun. 5 - 9, Jun. 19 - 23, Jul. 3 - 7, Jul. 17 - 21, and Jul. 31 - Aug. 4. Single day camps are $75, week-long camps are $300.

Hubbard Family Swim School’s international reputation for excellence is a result of our passion for teaching and our learn-to-swim techniques. We are committed to provide swim lessons that build comfort and confidence in a child centered environment while making them safer around water. Join us for weekly classes.

School’s Out, Summer’s In! Combining physical activity, gymnastics, games, and arts and crafts, we’ll help your child beat the heat of summer by staying cool at The Little Gym.

NATURE Cincinnati Nature Center 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford cincynature.org • registrar@cincynature.org

513-831-1711

Cincinnati Parks’ Summer Nature Day Camps Multiple Park Locations cincinnatiparks.com

513-321-6208

Cincy Nature Camps at Cincinnati Nature Center are a fun way for kids, ages 3 - 13, to use their creativity and imaginations in a safe, friendly environment. These week-long day camps are held in Milford and Goshen, June through August. Register on our website.

Our camps for ages 3 - 14 are voted “Best of the Parenting” by YOU for the great value in educational, fun-filled outdoor activities! Hikes, crafts, and games are part of each day. Fees: $50 - $85 weekly. Unplug and reboot their love for outdoor fun! Online registration.

Great Parks of Hamilton County Summer Day Camps greatparks.org 513-521-7275

Camps for children ages 2 - 17. Campers will explore nature with two-day to week-long nature, adventure, farm, fishing, and horse camps. Online registration is open. Get early bird discount pricing through Mar. 31. For details, visit our website.

SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY Blossom Scholastic blossomscholastic.org 330-612-2598 Don’t want her to be the only girl at tech camp? Blossom STEM camps for girls at University of Cincinnati. Ages 8 - 12.

Camp Invention campinvention.org 800-968-4332

Imaginations get their rocket fuel at Camp Invention! This summer’s all-new curriculum allows children in grades K - 6 to experience real-world problem solving and creative thinking as they transform a distant exoplanet, take risks as future entrepreneurs, blast rockets and rubber chickens, and wire a circuit to create their own Spy Gadget Alarm Box! Local educators lead a week of hands-on activities that will launch your child’s imagination. Discounts available, register today!

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Classroom Antics Tech Camps Multiple Locations classroomantics.com/cincinnati-ohio

800-595-3776

Kids age 7 - 14 get to LEARN what they LOVE by creating video games, producing stop-motion animation movies, coding computer programs, modding in Minecraft, or engineering LEGO robots in a Classroom Antics Tech Camp. These affordable week-long camps are being held in Anderson, Blue Ash, Cheviot-Bridgetown, Fairfield, Florence, Liberty Twp-West Chester, Loveland, Madeira, Mason, Newtown-Mariemont, Springboro, and Wyoming. Join us this summer. Space is limited so register early!

Drake Planetarium & Science Center 2020 Sherman Ave., Cincinnati drakeplanetarium.org

513-396-5578

Come let your imagination soar in our hands-on summer camps! Featuring our popular Lego Camps (robotics, architecture, Crazy Contraptions, and Young Builders) and our Science Adventure Camps (video game design, Battle Bots, engineering, coding, and Destination: Space). Discounts for Drake Planetarium members, multiple weeks, and siblings.

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Learn new skills at the #1 tech camp! Students ages 7 - 17 code apps, design video games, mod Minecraft, engineer robots, 3D-print objects, and discover virtual reality.

iSPACE ispacescience.org/programs/summer-day-camps/ 513-612-5786

iSPACE ignites imaginations and transforms campers into robotics engineers and rocket scientists! In our engaging, hands-on summer day camps, we spark interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). All camps meet on the Scarlet Oaks Campus in Sharonville.

Junior Tech Academy juniortechacademy.com • info@juniortechacademy.com

513-284-7240

Exciting year-round technology skill-building program for kids grades 1 - 8. Following a short introductory course, children rotate through programming, electronics, robotics, engineering, and animation projects during weekly after-school classes. Homeschooling options available. Check our website for more details and locations.

Science Matters in America STEM Camps sciencematters.tv 859-462-3340

Hands-on STEM camps with locations in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Every summer, Science Matters in America offers an exciting and educational summer camp program for children 5 - 11 yrs. The Science Journeys summer camp is intelligently designed with a variety of stimulating hands-on activities.

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STEMs For Youth Day Camps

Ohio’s Premier Summer Camp

Learn about science, technology, engineering, and math in a fun, creative, hands-on way! LEGO Robotics

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STEMs for Youth stemsforyouth.org - info@stemsforyouth.org - (513) 774-8545

At STEMs for Youth summer camps, your child will discover the power of technology and math through hands-on, creative activities. Learn real-world skills like programming, teamwork and problem-solving by having fun with activities like LEGO Robotics, Minecraft Modding, Minecraft Adventures, Wearable Technology, or App Development!

TRADITIONAL CAMPS Camp at the J 8485 Ridge Road, Cincinnati mayersonjcc.org

513-761-7500

From swim lessons and archery, to arts and crafts. Camp at the J provides great social, educational and cultural opportunities that foster friendships and feature all the good, old-fashioned fun that has made camp a summertime staple for kids. In addition to traditional activities such as weekly theme days, sports and field trips, Camp at the J also incorporates value-based learning and offers enrichment programs such as drama, science, social action projects, and more.

Camp Chabad 2820 Bearcat Way, Cincinnati Kiddie Camp Facility: 7587 Central Parke Blvd., Mason campchabad.org • info@campchabad.org

513-731-5111

A camp that has it all! From Jun. 26 - Aug. 4 children ages 2 - 13 yrs. enjoy sports, nature, art, music, character growth, field trips, and swimming lessons. Mix-and-match your weeks or sign up for all six weeks. Lunch and transportation included. ACA accredited. The only full-day Jewish preschool camp in Cincinnati.

Camp Give – Magnified Giving 9940 Reading Road, Evendale magnifiedgiving.org

513-733-9727

Camp Wildbrook, LTD 9664 Daly Road, Cincinnati campwildbrook.com

513-931-2196

Camp Give is designed for children 6 - 14 yrs. We educate, inspire, and engage children in youth philanthropy. Children learn how to serve others using their time and talent, use of random acts of kindness, and will serve local charities combating childhood hunger and homelessness.

Our 66th season! ACA accredited, co-ed day camp for grades K – 6. Active, outdoor six-week program, led by adult staff, includes archery, arts and crafts, basketball, daily American Red Cross group swim lessons, drama and singing, gaga, kickball, nature and camping, soccer, softball, special events, field trips and more!

Cincinnati Circus Company cincinnaticircus.com • cincinnaticircus@yahoo.com

513-921-5454

If the little ones are making life feel like a circus, send them our way! Your kids will work closely with professional performers to learn how to juggle, make balloon animals, walk on a tight rope, swing on a trapeze, and so much more. This camp is a great way to build confidence, learn teamwork skills, stay physically fit, make new friends, and have a blast all at the same time. We welcome all kids ages 5 - 16 and no prior skills are necessary.

Cincinnati Museum Center 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati cincymuseum.org

Explore science, technology, history, and the arts through creative, hands-on activities and games at Cincinnati Museum Center’s fun and educational Museum Camps! Go beyond the classroom with visits from curators, community groups, and experts in a variety of fields. Camps are available at Union Terminal and in a neighborhood near you in our offsite camps. Whether there is a day or a week off from school, there’s a camp for that!

INSPIRING FUTURE INNOVATORS

Falcon Camp 4251 Delta Road SW, Carrollton falconcamp.com • info@falconcamp.com

For children entering K-6th grade — Led by experienced local educators • Hands-on Fun

• STEM Concepts

• Teamwork

• Problem Solving

• Design & Build Prototypes

1,000+ Summer Programs Nationwide campinvention.org | 800.968.4332 In partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office

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800-837-CAMP (2267)

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

513-287-7000

Gorman Heritage Farm 10052 Reading Road, Evendale 513-563-6663 gormanfarm.org • app.campdoc.com/register/gormanheritage • camp@gormanfarm.org

Gorman Heritage Farm offers full- and half-day camps from June to August. Summer camp activities include care for barnyard animals, exploring the gardens, hiking, cooking, crafting, and more! We also offer themed summer camps exploring hobbies and activities around the farm: wilderness, science, cooking/chef, and veterinary camps!

Greenacres Summer Camps 8255 Spooky Hollow Road, Cincinnati green-acres.org • camps@green-acres.org

513-891-4227

Kids First Sports Center – Camp-A-Palooza 7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati kidsfirstsports.com • msmith@kidsfirstsports.com

513-489-7575

Arts, aquatic adventures, environment, equine, food or garden…Greenacres has a camp for every child! Each Greenacres summer camp is led by of our caring and professional staff who strive to give campers memories and experiences to cherish for a lifetime. Log onto our website for more information or to register.

Campers at Kids First get the very best! A backyard with mini-golf, a climbing wall, and playground as well as 108,000 sq. ft. of everything kids love: basketball, karate, gymnastics, dance, cheer, swimming, volleyball, you name it! Field trips every week

“Where Every Family Matters.”

outside Kids First and in-house entertainment brought in throughout the week. Leaders in Training course for teens ages 13 - 15 covering topics like leadership, communication, and group dynamics. Teens can look forward to excursions, service opportunities, and more.

King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten Camps 3621 Socialville-Foster Road, Mason 513-398-6089 koklcms.org

We offer the perfect camp for kids ages 3 - 6. Camp offerings include music, cooking, Lego, science, and nature. Sessions start in June and run through August and run from 10 - 12 each day. Call for more information.

My Nose Turns Red Circus Camps Multiple Locations in the Greater Cincinnati Area mynoseturnsred.org • rednose@fuse.net

859-581-7100

Let your child run away and join the circus ... without leaving home. Circus camps held in multiple locations throughout the area – now in our 18th year! My Nose Turns Red Circus Camps are fun, unique, and challenging. MNTR is the area’s only non-profit youth circus. Skills taught include: stilt walking, juggling, rolling globe, physical comedy, unicycle, aerial silks, and more (see schedule on our website). Camps for ages 4 - 7 and 7 - 16.

Playtime USA 8120 Hamilton Ave. Cincinnati itsplaytimeusa.com

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513-521-3111

Playtime USA is offering a half/full day summer camp to keep your campers active and learning! Bounce houses, horseback riding, laser tag, sign language, math, and more!

Safety Town at Tri-County Mall 11700 Princeton Pike, Cincinnati tricountymall.com

This program is taught with the help of the Springdale Fire Department, Springdale Police Department, and Mason City Schools bus system. We help kids learn the basics of safety, plus get them acquainted with starting school. Jul. 10 - 14, 17 - 21 and 24-28 from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Registration starts May 1. The application can either be printed from the Tri-County mall website and mailed/dropped in, or can be picked up at the mall office. Registration is $20/child.

YMCA Camp Ernst 7615 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington, KY myycamp.org

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Great Parks Summer Day Camps Register online at www.cincinnatiparks.com

Reasonable accommodation upon request. Visitors may be photographed, filmed, or recorded by the Cincinnati Park Board for educational and promotional uses.

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READYING FOR THE WORLD WITH THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREATER CINCINNATI

At age 6

, Jalese Stone attended her first day at the Clem & Ann Buenger Boys & Girls Club, where she quickly found herself surrounded by friends and mentors that would leave a lasting impression. Like many kids who attend the after-school program, Jalese came from a home full of strife, where her single mother struggled to raise Jalese and her siblings on her own, with no help from an abusive father. But Jalese was fortunate enough to have an entire staff on her side that offered her more than just sympathy and support — they showed her she could forge a new path for herself. Over the years, Jalese took on leadership roles at the Club, got involved with community service organizations, and played varsity volleyball at her high school, where she was also an outstanding honors student. In 2013, Jalese was named the Club’s Youth of the Year. “The path I am on today was not only created in spite of bad examples,” Jalese said in her acceptance speech, “but inspired by the positive ones I was exposed to at the Club. The Boys & Girls Clubs means family to me. It showed me that there are people out there who truly care about me and want to see me succeed by being there every step of the way.” As outstanding as Jalese is, stories like hers are not unheard of when it comes to the kids of the Boys & Girls Club. In spite of the fact that most children fail to leave behind their stressful home lives, the Boys & Girls Club’s numbers don’t lie: to date, 74% of members increased their 6

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reading proficiency, 79% increased their math proficiency, and 100% of members graduated on time from high school. It all comes down to a well researched, proven schedule for success. The Boys & Girls Club takes a threepronged approach (GRADUATE, FIT FOR LIFE and READY TO SERVE), focusing on education, health and wellness and service learning. Kids spend 45 minutes in each of these areas, whether working on homework with certified teachers, playing basketball or dancing, or joining a community cleanup or other service project. It’s all followed by a free hot meal. But it doesn’t end there. Although kids phase out of the Club when they’re 18, they don’t leave without a plan for their future in place, according to Vice President of Development Karen Williams. She explains that the Club focuses on what they call the three E’s for their junior and senior members: Enrolled, Enlisted or Employed. “We want to help them have a plan in place,” she says, whether that plan means enrolled in a four- or two-year college, enlisted in the military or employed in a successful career. The mission of the Boys & Girls Club goes beyond just filling those vulnerable after-school and summer hours, Williams explains. “It’s also about how to keep the support going after they leave us.” In Jalese’s case, the mission was accomplished. Today, she is enjoying her junior year in college as a pre-med student. “Without the care and compassion of the staff at the Boys & Girls Clubs, my life and my future wouldn’t be as bright. The Club “Where Every Family Matters.”

convinced me that I could be great, so greatness is what I strive for every day.”

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And be sure to head to our website for a video of Jalese Stone giving an epic speech from her 2013 Youth of the Year award.

Photo top to bottom: Jalese Stone with her mentor; Jalese accepting her award in 2013.

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MATILDA THE MUSICAL April 4 - 16

ased on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. A smash hit on Broadway, kids ages 6 and older will enjoy the show. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St.; April 4 - 16; tickets start at $30. Call 513-621-2787 or visit cincinnatiarts.org. cincinnatifamilymagazine.com • nkyfamily.com

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2017 KROHN CONSERVATORY BUTTERFLY SHOW: THE MAJESTIC MONARCH

Thousands of beautiful butterflies among colorful hydrangeas, marigolds and celosia. Butterflies on display include the Monarch, the tropical Morphos and the various subtropical Longwings. Discover ways to attract butterflies to your garden and join the Krohn’s Citizen Science project. Exhibit remains on display through June 18. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; $7 adults, $4 ages 5 - 17, free ages 4 and younger; 513-421-5707 or butterflyshow.com.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OPENING RECEPTION

Daily life during the 1850s and 1860s kicks off with brand-new materials and programs. The exhibit remains on display through April, with special events on April 8, 15, 22 and 29. The Betts House, 416 Clark St.; 1 - 4 p.m.; $5 adults, $2 children; 513-651-0734 or thebettshouse.org.

DANCEFIX FOR TEENS

Teens can enjoy an adult dance workout with original choreography and fun music that really gets the heart pumping. DANCEFIX by HBDC, 9514 Kenwood Road; 3 - 4 p.m. April 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 and 30; $12; 513238-9714 or dancefixcincinnati.com.

DOG GONE BONE HUNT

Easter has gone to the dogs! Bring your pooch for their very own egg hunt. Hunts are divided by dogs’ size and they start at different times. Golden eggs have special prizes. Visit with the Easter Bunny for photos and shop with dogfriendly vendors. Meet new friends from the rescue center, too. Rentschler Forest MetroPark, 3976 Hamilton Middletown Road, Hamilton; 12 - 4 p.m.; $5 per dog plus a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

APRIL EVENTS REQUIRING ADVANCE REGISTRATION BEGIN ON PAGE 45. FREE EASTER BUNNY AT KENWOOD TOWNE CENTRE

Reserve a spot in line online and save time. Hours are 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Mon - Sat and 12 - 6 p.m. Sun, through April 15; and 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. April 8 and 15. Kenwood Towne Centre, 7875 Montgomery Road; 513-745-9100 or bit.ly/2mrfkge.

EGGSCELLENT

What is an egg? What does it do? Are they all the same? What kinds of animals produce eggs? Get the answers to these and other questions about eggs. Programs held at 10:45 a.m. and 1 and 4 p.m. April 1, and 1 and 4 p.m. April 2. Highfield Discovery Garden inside Glenwood Gardens, 10397 Springfield Pike; $2 in March, $5 in April, plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County motor vehicle permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

FREE FAMILY ARTVENTURES

Join a docent-led tour through the CAM with fun facts and activities, including “touchable” art objects. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 2 p.m. April 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29; 513-7212787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

FREE FAMILY FIRST SATURDAY: MATERIAL WORLD

Collect badges while viewing great art and be sure to check out some artmaking stops, campfire stories and enjoy a family-friendly musical performance. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 12 - 4 p.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

PEANUT BUTTER ‘N JAM CONCERT

The violin, French horn and piano join with friends from Madcap Puppets to tell the story of Little Red Riding Hood through the music of Brahms. Lakeside Presbyterian Church, 2690 Dixie Hwy., Lakeside Park; 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m.; $5; 513-381-6868 or lintonmusic.org/ pbj-tickets/.

REDS VS. FUTURES

It’s a rare game played between the Major League Reds and their collection of minor league prospects. Check out former Dragons at the plate, from Joey Votto to Billy Hamilton, and get a look at all the talent in the Reds organization! Fifth Third Field, 220 North Patterson Blvd., Dayton; 1:35 p.m.; please see website for prices; 937-228-2287 or ticketmaster.com.

WELCOME TO GOLF ORIENTATION

Take a tour of the nationally recognized Meadow Links & Golf Academy and see all the features the facility has to offer. Learn about the variety of lesson programs, meet the staff and find out how they can assist you with your game. Meadow Links & Golf Academy, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

ZOO BLOOMS

It’s a springtime tradition, as the Zoo transforms into a magnificent explosion of color with more than a million daffodils, hyacinths, flower trees, tulips and more. Mark your calendars for the free Tunes & Blooms concerts held every Thursday evening. Zoo Blooms is on display through April 30. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St.; “Any Day” tickets are $17 adults (online), $12 children and seniors (online), $10 parking; cincinnatizoo.org.

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CINCINNATI GORILLA RUN

Don a gorilla costume for this 5K (or kids’ fun run) that benefits the Mountain Gorilla Conservation Fund. Gorilla and banana suits are included with entry fee and are yours to keep — compete in a creative costume contest, enjoy an after party and lunch and more. Montgomery Inn Boathouse, 925 Riverside Drive; 9 a.m.; $15 - $40 ages 12 and younger, $40 - $109.95 adults; cincinnatigorillarun.com.

DANCE PARTY

Bring kids for a dance party that’s all about moving, shaking and encouraging bodies to stay fit and active. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 4 p.m. April 2, 8, 23 and 29, and 2 p.m. April 14 and 21; free with admission (single museum $10.50 adults, $9.50 seniors, $8.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2, free infants); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.

DANCEFIX

Boys and girls ages 8 - 12 are invited to this high energy dance workout featuring original, diverse choreography and music from hip hop to jazz, Latin and lyrical. DANCEFIX by HBDC, 9514 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati; 12:45 1:45 p.m. April 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26 and 30; $12 per session; 513238-9714 or dancefixcincinnati.com.

EASTER FUN AT HUBBARD SWIM SCHOOL

Hop into the swimming pool for springtime fun. Enjoy Easter-themed activities for the whole family, a special visit from the Easter Bunny and a funfilled Easter egg hunt inside the swim school. Bring your baskets! Families will also get to enjoy splashing, swimming and playtime in the heated, indoor pool. Hubbard Family Swim School, 7900 East Kemper Road; 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.; $5 per swimmer, $15 max per family (credit/debit card only, no cash); 513530-0123 or hubbardswim.com.

FREE FAMILY ARTVENTURES ARTSTOP

Visit a docent at an interactive art cart in the galleries for hands-on art making experiences. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 3 p.m. April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

FREE THE GREAT UNDERWATER EGG HUNT

Kids are invited to go on an egg hunt adventure that’s completely in the water — eggs will be floating throughout heated indoor pools at your area YMCA! YMCA of Greater Cincinnati locations; 12 p.m.; 513-362-9622 or myy.org.

FREE HAMILTON COUNTY’S AUTHORS

Join this literary event honoring Hamilton County’s authors. The program includes a keynote address by award-winning author and illustrator Loren Long, who will also be presented with the 2017 Cooper Award for outstanding promotion of books and reading. Readers can meet authors, participate in a storytime with Long at 2 p.m. and enjoy plenty of children’s activities. Main Library, Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, 800 Vine St.; 1:30 p.m.; 513369-6900 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

KITCHEN SCIENCE

Join the mad scientist and explore the science of cooking with cool experiments that you can even do in your own kitchen. Visitor Center, Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mount Hope Road, Harrison; 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

SKETCHING SUNDAY

Slow down and check out the CAM in a whole new way — through sketching. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 1 - 4 p.m.; a $5 refundable deposit is required to check out a supplies kit; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (“Things to Do” continues on page 32)

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“Egg”-citing Funday

Find eggs on the front lawn, decorate an egg to take home, and meet rabbits from Sunrock Farm. At 2 p.m., join us for a performance of The Ugly Duckling by TCT on Tour (suitable for kids grades K–5). FREE. No reservations required for 3rd Sunday Funday.

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daily listings THE LAND OF NOD TOUR BUS VISITS KROHN

Charley Harper-themed art activities and fun giveaways like tote bags and animal headbands, along with the Krohn’s annual Butterfly Show! Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $7 adults, $4 ages 5 17, free ages 4 and younger; 513-4215707 or cincinnatiparks.com/krohn.

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CINCINNATI REDS OPENING DAY

Baseball season is here, and there’s no better way to kick things off than with the Findlay Market Parade, followed by a game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way; 12 p.m.; see website for ticket prices to game; reds.com.

LIVE AT THE UNI

Enjoy an elegant evening of music as the 4-Way Quartet presents classical pieces from some of the greatest names. Universalist Church, 9471 Montgomery Road; 7 p.m.; a $5 donation is appreciated; 513-891-2424 or montgomeryohio.org.

FREE REDS OPENING DAY STORYTIME

Bring the kids to a fun storytime with Grand Marshall Audrey leading the way. Wear your favorite Reds gear and join a parade around the store after the storytime. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-3968960 or josephbeth.com.

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CINCINNATI CANSTRUCTION

Please see “Spotlight” on page 35 for details.

FREE PLANETARIUM SHOWS

Bring the family for a look at the evening and morning stars, including a fulldome feature like Microcosm and Losing the Dark. Haile Planetarium, Northern Kentucky University, 500 Louie B Nunn Drive; 12 p.m. April 4, 10, 18 and 24; 859-572-5600 or planetarium.nku.edu.

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FREE REC READS

Bring toddlers and preschoolers to the Rosenthal Education Center for a morning of art-themed storybooks, songs, and sensory activities in a 30-minute program designed to get little ones excited about art. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 5, 12, 19 and 26; 513-7212787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

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CAROL ANN’S CAROUSEL FAMILY FUN NIGHT

Take a ride on the Carousel, enjoy fun crafts and activities, and enter to win prizes like ride tokens and tickets to the Krohn Conservatory. Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 West Mehring Way; 5 - 8 p.m.; visit web site for ticket information; 513-357-2621 or cincinnatiparks.com.

CINCY BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GATHERING

Meet breastfeeding moms in this gathering facilitated by a certified lactation consultant. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 6 and 20; donations are appreciated; 513591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

FREE MANABABIES

Bring your littlest readers for an intro to language, including finger play, rhymes, songs and bouncy times. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3094 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m. April 6, 13, 20 and 27; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

FREE STORY TIME WITH MISS ALICIA

Ages 2 and older can join Miss Alicia for stories. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3094 Madison Road; 10 a.m. April 6, 13, 20 and 27; 513-7312665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

THURSDAY ART PLAY: THE ART OF NOEL ANDERSON

Learn about the artist Noel Anderson and create images inspired by his work. Stick around for kid-friendly yoga afterwards. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St.; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free members, $5 per child nonmembers; 513-3458405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

Head to the Zoo this evening for a free family-friendly concert that’s one of the highlights of the annual Zoo Blooms exhibit. This season, enjoy performances from Hickory Robot and Buffalo Wabs & Price Hill Hustle (April 6); The Hot Magnolias and Mark Utley & Bulletville (April 13); the Comet Bluegrass AllStars (April 20); and Jake Speed & the Freddies and Shiny and the Spoon (April 27). Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; 6 - 8:30 p.m.; free admission after 5 p.m., $10 parking; cincinnatizoo.org.

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FORT THOMAS FISH FRY

Join a charity fish fry that helps raise money for those who have sight problems. Fort Thomas Masonic Lodge, 37 North Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas; 4 - 8 p.m. April 7, 14 and 21; $7; nkymason.org.

MONSTER JAM

Car and truck fans are invited to this annual fest that features loads of carcrushing, sonic booming fun. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St.; 7 p.m. April 7 and 1 and 7 p.m. April 8; $15 - $60; usbankarena.com.

SPANISH STORY TIME

Join in for story time, songs and free play while using Spanish. Families with any level of comfort in the language are welcome. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 7 and 21; donations are appreciated; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

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AMADEUS LIVE

The 1984 film Amadeus screened with a live orchestra, choral and piano accompaniment, thanks to the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra. Greaves Concert Hall, Northern Kentucky University, 1 Louie B Nunn Drive, Newport; 7:30 p.m.; $24 - $40; 859-431-6216 or kyso.org.

CAROL ANN’S CAROUSEL INSECT DAY

Take a whirl on the carousel and check out some creepy, crawly, and even cute insect crafts and activities. Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 West Mehring Way; 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; see website for prices; 513-357-2621 or cincinnatiparks.com.

CASCADE TRAIL WILDFLOWER HIKE

Celebrate the national Opening Day on the Trails by taking a wildflower hike on the recently improved Cascade Trail. Rentschler Forest MetroPark, 5701 Reigart Road, Hamilton; 10 a.m. 12 p.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for prices) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

CINCINNATI ROLLERGIRLS SUPERHERO NIGHT

The second game of the season is a triple-header featuring the Cincinnati Rollergirls and the Cincinnati Junior Rollergirls — one ticket gets you into any and all games. Xavier University’s Schmidt Memorial Fieldhouse, 3900 Winding Way; 6 - 9 p.m.; free ages 6 and younger, visit site for adult ticket prices; 513-818-3372 or cincinnatirollergirls.com.

FREE CLOTH DIAPERING 101

Learn the basics of cloth diapering, including cost, care quantity and more. Stick around for Cloth Diapering 102 at 4 p.m., when participants dive into advanced topics like heavy wetting and potty training (cost for Cloth Diapering 102 is $10 per family). Blue Cocoon’s Mommy and Me Play Cafe, 9361 Montgomery Road; 3 p.m.; 513-7911089 or bluecocoonbaby.com.

DAFFODIL SHOW

See hundreds of beautiful daffodils during the Krohn’s very first daffodil show. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. April 8 and 9; $7 adults, $4 ages 5 - 17, free ages 4 and younger; 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks.com/krohn.

EASTER BUNNY EXPRESS

Hop aboard the LM&M Railroad and enjoy a train ride to the LM&M Junction for a special visit with the Easter Bunny, an Easter egg hunt and tons of springtime fun. Departure times are 10 a.m., 12:15, 2:30 and 4:45 p.m. on April 8, 9, 14 and 15. Lebanon Mason & Monroe Railroad, 127 South Mechanic St., Lebanon; $18 adults, $15 seniors and ages 2 - 16, free infants 1 year and younger; 513-9338022 or lebanonrr.com.

FREE EASTER EGG HUNT

Kids of all ages are invited for ageappropriate egg hunts, a pancake breakfast and other small activities. Hyde Park Church, 1345 Grace Ave.; 9 - 11:30 a.m.; 513-979-8181 or hydeparkchurch.org.

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APRIL EVENTS REQUIRING ADVANCE REGISTRATION BEGIN ON PAGE 45. FREE EASTER EGG HUNT

Bring your little rabbits for an Easter egg hunt with more than 10,000 candyfilled eggs, photos with Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny, and more. (Egg hunt will be divided into age groups, please bring your own basket.) Washington Park, 1230 Elm St.; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; washingtonpark.org.

FREE EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Join a community Easter egg hunt including egg hunts for ages 0 - 18, pictures with the Easter bunny, bounce houses, carnival games, petting zoo and a cookout. First Apostolic Church, 6477 Cooper Road; 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; 513-520-1040 or firstap.org.

FREE EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA

Visit with the Easter Bunny, make a craft, play a candy guessing game, then join an age-group egg hunt with plenty of prizes. Harbin Park, 1300 Hunter Road, Fairfield; 10:30 a.m.; 513-867-5348 or fairfield-city.org.

HOPES TO HOMES 5K

Join St. Vincent dePaul in this annual 5K that raises funds to support programs that help struggling neighbors with emergency assistance programs to help keep them in their homes. Sawyer Point, 705 East Pete Rose Way; 8 a.m.; $30 - $35; svdpcincinnati.org.

FREE INTERNATIONAL BABYWEARERS SUPPORT GATHERING

Learn more about the benefits of wearing your baby in this meet-up and explore the CFEC’s lending library. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 12:15 - 2 p.m.; 513591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC

Ages 7 - 17 can take a one-hour intro to golf and learn basic safety, etiquette and full swing fundamentals. Meadow Links & Golf Academy, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

KITES ‘N MPX

Bring the family for a gigantic kite flying demonstration, featuring kite ballet, a learn-to-fly field, kite sales, kite-making, and plenty of vendors and snacks for purchase. Voice of America MetroPark, 7850 VOA Park Drive; 12 - 5 p.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for prices) is required to enter the park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.

MADCAP MUSIC MAKING

Madcap Puppets partners with the Linton Musicians to tell the story of Little Red Riding Hood in this Peanut Butter ‘n Jam concert for kids. Wyoming Fine Arts Center, 322 Wyoming Ave.; 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m.; $5; 513-381-6868 or lintonmusic.org/pbj-tickets/.

PET ACADEMY

Cincinnati Museum Center and Banfield Pet Hospital team up to create an exhibit that’s all about the health and wellness of our four-legged family members. Kids can explore the area, including real veterinary tools, and practice checking vital signs on stuffed animals, review x-rays and more. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 11 a.m.; free with admission (single museum $10.50 adults, $9.50 seniors, $8.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2, free infants); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.

HIDDEN STREAM CREATURES

Peer into the lives of hidden creatures that help determine the health of streams. Join others at the first stream crossing on the Geology Trail for a rare opportunity to search for stonefly larvae, water pennies and more. Use special tools and techniques to discover how the stream supports a delicate balance of life. Stop by anytime and please wear closed-toe shoes. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 1 - 3 p.m.; free with admission ($9 adults, $6 seniors and active military, $4 ages 4 - 12); 513831-1711 or cincynature.org.

FREE MANATEE STORY TIME

Celebrate blue manatee’s new digs with stories and songs. Dress up a manatee of your own, and take home a balloon. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3094 Madison Road; 10 - 11 a.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks. com.

WALK WITH KNOX

Join a one-mile walk to raise awareness and money for the Cerebral palsy clinic at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and help support their mission to care for children suffering with Cerebral palsy and Apraxia of speech. Hamilton County Fairgrounds, 7801 Anthony Wayne Ave.; 11 a.m. 4 p.m.; donations accepted; facebook. com/events/1829852883957674. (please turn the page)

SING FOR JUSTICE: LIFT EVERY VOICE

The Cincinnati Boychoir ensembles join together to celebrate generations of people who have used music to unite in the face of oppression, from African-American slavery to South African apartheid to American Civil Rights movements. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St.; 7 p.m. April 8 and 3 p.m. April 9; $10 - $25; cincinnatiboychoir.org.

FREE SPANISH STORY TIME

Use songs and stories to learn simple Spanish vocabulary. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3094 Madison Road; 10:30 - 11 a.m.; 513-7312665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

WEST CHESTER MOTHERS OF TWINS AND MORE TAG SALE

Check out bargain prices on gently used clothing from preemies to teens, along with toys and equipment. Items available for singles and multiples. Lakota East High School, 6840 Lakota Lane; 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $1; wcmultiples.org.

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ARTREACH PRESENTS THE UGLY DUCKLING

Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale, hear the story of a downtrodden duckling who believes he is ugly and worthless because of his distinct appearance. Through his family and friends, he realizes his self-worth as he transforms into a beautiful swan. This timeless story offers a wonderful lesson in overcoming adversity and accepting our differences. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave.; 2 p.m.; $5 adults, free ages 0 - 12; 513-4972860 or cliftonculturalarts.org.

SPOTLIGHT CANSTRUCTION April 4 - 23

rchitects, engineers and designers have once again built unique constructions from canned goods to help raise awareness of hunger in the community. Visit with the displays at multiple locations throughout downtown including the Weston Art Gallery and Aronoff Center for the Arts (650 Walnut St.), the Scripps Center (312 Walnut St.), the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County (800 Vine St.), the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati (151 West Fifth St.) and more. Family-friendly walking tours will be offered at 10 a.m. on April 8, 15 and 22, just wear comfy shoes. Exhibit remains on display through April 23. 10 a.m.; donations of a canned good or non-perishable item is appreciated. Visit cincinnaticanstruction.org.

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FREE PLANETARIUM SHOWS

Please see April 4 for details.

tue 11

FREE MEET POUT POUT FISH

Meet the Pout Pout Fish, and enjoy stories, songs, picture opportunities (so don’t forget your camera) and more. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3094 Madison Road; 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.; 513731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

FREE TREE-MENDOUS MINI CAMP

Enjoy hands-on activities, games, info and education, all related to trees and leaves. Create a nature journal and record your observations. Attend either day or both! Registration is requested but not required. Lincoln Ridge Park, 420 Independence Station Road, Independence; 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 11 and 12; 859-525-7529 or kentonlibrary.org/events.

wed 12

FREE ESSENTIAL OILS 101

Discover why essential oils have become a part of many people’s lifestyle, and learn how they can support your body. Custom blends will be available for purchase. Blue Cocoon’s Mommy and Me Play Cafe, 9361 Montgomery Road; 7 - 8 p.m.; 513-791-1089 or bluecocoonbaby.com.

thu 13

FREE PB&J CONCERT

Join the Linton Musicians and Madcap Puppets for a musical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood. (Please note this venue is not wheelchair-accessible.) Williams Avenue Elementary School, 2132 Williams Ave.; 6:30 p.m.; 513-381-6868 or lintonmusic.org/pbjtickets/.

SPRING ORIENTEERING

Find your way through checkpoints using a detailed map. Think of it as a hike with a treasure hunt thrown in or a cross-country race, with the challenge of finding the fastest route between checkpoints. Rentschler Forest MetroPark, 5701 Reigart Road, Hamilton; 5 - 7 p.m.; $3 Easter egg course, $7 for OCIN members, $10 nonmembers, plus a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.

APRIL EVENTS REQUIRING ADVANCE REGISTRATION BEGIN ON PAGE 45. THURSDAY ART PLAY: INTERGALACTIC, PLANETARY DAY

Explore artwork inspired by outer space and design a solar system necklace, all followed by kid-friendly yoga. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St.; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free members, $5 per child nonmembers; 513-345-8405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

fri 14

FREE EASTER STORYTIME

Grab your basket, wake up your little chicks and hop on in for an Easter storytime full of songs, springtime tales and an egg hunt. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 10:30 a.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth.com.

FIRST LIGHT NIGHT

On April 14, 1845, in the gray of a lingering twilight, Observatory founder Ormsby MacKnight Mitchel took his first look through the Great Cincinnati Telescope, the third largest in the world. Learn the fascinating story of the people who made Cincinnati the “Birthplace of American Astronomy” including a viewing through the 172-yearold telescope (weather permitting). Cincinnati Observatory Center, 3489 Observatory Place; 8 - 10 p.m.; $5, free for members; 513-321-5186 or cincinnatiobservatory.org.

FREE LIVE JAZZ

Enjoy live jazz and swing standards this evening as performed by the Ron Purdon Quintet. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 7 p.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth. com.

PAINTED POTS WEEK

Help decorate clay pots for the Birds, Blooms & Painted Pots Day on April 29. Paint a pot and leave it for others to enjoy or pay a small fee to take it home with you. Pots will be hung in trees throughout the park, where they will remain on display through the end of May. Pots available Mon - Sat, through April 29. Nature’s Niche, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road, Groesbeck; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

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A TRIP DOWNTOWN By Amanda Ciani

y family recently decided to take a ride on the Connector (cincinnati-oh. gov/streetcar), and after giving the website a look, I discovered you can download an app called Cincy EZRide and pay for your family’s fare in advance (50 cents for two hours for tots under 45 inches; adults are $1 for two hours; or $2 for an all-day pass). My sons were super excited to get on the streetcar. They were a little unsure about not wearing seat belts, but they loved being surrounded by tall buildings. The boys loved pointing out different familiar locations like Washington Park and Music Hall before we got to our first destination, OTR Candy (otrcandybar.com). The storefront’s colorful exterior definitely draws you into the whimsical world that waits inside. Upon opening the door, we were greeted with the smell of sugar, and a beautifully bright candy mural. My boys decided to fill up a canister with a variety of sweets from the candy bar for $5 each. Meanwhile, my husband and I were stocking up on our very favorite candies: marshmallows covered in soft, delicious caramel called “majeskas.” Our sugar rush from OTR Candy gave us the energy we needed to head over to Findlay Market (findlaymarket.org) for some fresh fruits and vegetables, and also some carry-out lunch from Pho Lang Thang. Then, we headed back to the streetcar, en route to our final destination. After riding past stops 10 - 18, we arrived where we started. It is a very short walk from Stop 1 to Carol Ann’s Carousel (cincinnatiparks. com/carol-anns-carousel). We purchased tokens for the ride ($2 each), and my boys watched the carousel intently while we waited our turn to ride the carousel. They had a hard time narrowing it down from the Bengals tiger, the UC Bearcat, the Union Terminal cheetah, etc. Dominic ended up riding a bat and a praying mantis, while Luca chose a flying pig and a spacey horse adorned with constellations. Pictures were tricky for me to get, as both my boys were feverishly waving to me and blowing kisses, but trust me when I say they loved the carousel. Each animal is beautifully crafted with hometown details that everyone can appreciate; it is a real work of art. We all enjoyed our downtown adventure (even the baby, who slept in my carrier the whole time). A streetcar ride around the city that included candy, grocery shopping, lunch, and a carousel ride … what’s not to like? I know we will definitely take advantage of the Connector this summer. There are so many fun stops along the way, and I love that I don’t have to worry about finding parking at multiple locations! This may have been our first trip on the Connector, but it definitely won’t be our last.

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FREE A VISIT WITH THE EASTER BUNNY

Parents, bring your cameras for photos with the Easter Bunny, along with an age-appropriate egg hunt and plenty of fun. Liberty Park, 6757 Yankee Road; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; libertytownship. com/243/township-events.

FREE BABYWEARING 101

Learn about different types of carriers, safety and one-on-one help. Stick around for Babywearing 102 at 3:30 p.m. to learn about wrap materials and more (cost for Babywearing 102 is $10 per family). Blue Cocoon’s Mommy and Me Play Cafe, 9361 Montgomery Road; 2 p.m.; 513-791-1089 or bluecocoonbaby.com.

APRIL EVENTS REQUIRING ADVANCE REGISTRATION BEGIN ON PAGE 45. BOONE MASONIC LODGE EASTER EGG HUNT

Jane’s Saddlebag kicks off the season with an Easter egg hunt for the kids (children will be separated by ages), a visit with the Easter Bunny, and trips to the Petting Zoo, Kids Playland and more. Jane’s Saddlebag, 13989 Ryle Road, Union; 12 p.m.; egg hunt is free, fees may apply for additional attractions; 859-384-6617 or janessaddlebag.com.

CAROL ANN CAROUSEL’S HOPPIN’ GOOD TIME

Hop on in and take a ride on the Carousel, then enjoy Tortoise and Hare crafts, coloring and activities. Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 West Mehring Way; 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; please see website for prices; 513-357-2621 or cincinnatiparks.com.

FREE EASTER CELEBRATION

Join an age-grouped Easter egg hunt, visit with the Easter bunny, visit vendor booths and check out an egg patch just for toddlers in this fun-filled day. Cottell Park, 5847 Irwin Simpson Road; 10 a.m.; deerfield.rec.com.

GREAT AMAZING RACE

Take a 1.5-mile adventure run or walk that’s for both adults and kids and support a healthy and active lifestyle for your family. WC Athletic Fields, 8220 Cox Road; 4 p.m.; $48 - $60; greatamazingrace.com.

SPRING ORIENTEERING

Take a hike that’s a bit like a treasure hunt or a cross-country race! Forest Run MetroPark, 1976 Timberman Road, Hamilton; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; $3 Easter egg course, $7 for OCIN members, $10 nonmembers, plus a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.

sun 16

EASTER SUNDAY WITH THE BUTTERFLIES

Bring the family to enjoy the butterflies and flowers on Easter Sunday. Refreshments are available for purchase. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $7 adults, $4 ages 5 - 17, free ages 4 and younger; 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks.com/ krohn.

SPRING ORIENTEERING

Find your way through checkpoints using a detailed map and travel the course as fast as you can. Indian Creek MetroPark, 6500 Springfield Road, Oxford; 2 4 p.m.; $3 Easter egg course, $7 for OCIN members, $10 nonmembers, plus a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.

SPOTLIGHT

FREE THIRD SUNDAY FUNDAY: EGG-CITING

THE UGLY DUCKLING Friday, April 21

t’s a timeless tale and a wonderful lesson. The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati presents the story based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale of a duckling who believes his appearance makes him worthless, until he transforms and realizes his value with help from family and friends. The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, 4015 Red Bank Road; 12:30 p.m.; 7:30 p.m.; $7. Call 513-569-8080, ext. 10, or visit tinyurl.com/tctontour1617. 38

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Celebrate Easter with an “egg”-cellent Funday. Decorate an egg to take home, find eggs on the front lawn and learn how to create stories from art at the Art Cart. At 2 p.m., enjoy a performance of The Ugly Duckling from TCT on Tour (best for grades K - 5). Then meet rabbits from Sunrock Farm at 3 p.m.! Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St.; 1 - 4 p.m.; 513-6844517 or taftmuseum.org.

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tue 18

BIG WEEK OF BIRDING

Interested in learning more about those hard to identify spring migrants? Dr. Dave Russell gives his Warbler Refresher in a fast paced interactive way. This indoor program is a great way to start your birding journey, whether you are a novice or an experienced birder. Voice of America MetroPark, 7850 VOA Park Drive; 7 - 9 p.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for prices) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks. net.

TOT TUESDAY: RAINBOWS

Toddlers and their grown-ups learn all about these colorful arches in the sky, plus make a craft to take home. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 10:30 11:30 a.m.; $1 per craft plus admission ($9 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children); 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

wed 19 FREE EARTH DAY CELEBRATION

Celebrate Planet Earth with familyfriendly vendors, games and prizes. Blue Ash Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road, Blue Ash; 4 p.m.; blueashevents. com.

thu 20

GREAT HOMESCHOOL CONVENTION

Hear from dozens of expert speakers, choose from hundreds of workshops, check out the curriculum hall, enjoy live entertainment and get all the details you need for successful homeschooling. Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm St.; 9 a.m. April 20 - 22; $20 $60; greathomeschoolconventions.com.

THURSDAY ART PLAY: EARTH DAY ART

Stop by the UnMuseum for Earth-friendly art making including seed bombs, and to use natural materials for inspiration. Stick around afterwards for kid-friendly yoga. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St.; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free members, $5 per child nonmembers; 513-3458405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

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EARTH DAY CELEBRATION

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The first 300 visitors to the Krohn’s Butterfly Show receive a free tree seedling, thanks to sponsors Scherzinger Termite/Pest Control and Friends of Krohn. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; $7 adults, $4 ages 5 - 17, free ages 4 and younger; 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks. com/krohn.

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BLACK N BLUEGRASS ROLLERGIRLS

Join the Black n Bluegrass Rollergirls for the season opener as they hit the track for their 11th season. Doors open at 4 p.m., the junior team plays at 5 p.m., followed by the BBRG at 7 p.m. Hits Indoor Baseball, 3785 Lake Park Drive, Covington; $10 - $12; black-n-bluegrass.com.

FREE EARTH DAY

Celebrate Earth Day at the park and check out eco-friendly activities and vendors on the Civic Lawn, along with live music, food, drinks, eco-friendly products for purchase and more. Washington Park, 1230 Elm St.; 12 - 5 p.m.; washingtonpark.org.

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Celebrate the Earth with live music, an Earth Day scavenger hunt, a special Kids Zone with inflatables, climbing wall, fire truck, games and a smoke house, a lecture series for parents, a recycled costume contest, a parade with local mascots, visits with live animals and much more. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash; 12 - 5 p.m.; cincinnatiearthday.com.

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APRIL EVENTS REQUIRING ADVANCE REGISTRATION BEGIN ON PAGE 45. FREE WATCH THE SKY PARTY

It’s an identity-themed family festival, where participants learn about similarities and celebrate differences. Collaborate on a giant quilt that focuses on all the special things that make us who we are. Design a shield for your family crest, create a 3D ceramic self portrait and stick around for a story at 1 p.m. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St.; 12 - 3 p.m.; 513-3458405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

Watch the sky and celebrate the Lyrid Meteor Shower! Start off with stories and info about meteors and meteorites, followed by activities, including touching a real meteorite. Bring your own blanket or chairs, enjoy some popcorn, watch for meteors, and create a Sky Journal to continue your star-gazing at home. Lincoln Ridge Park, 420 Independence Station Road, Independence; 7 - 8:30 p.m.; 859-525-7529 or kentoncounty. org.

FREE FOSSIL HUNT AT AVEY’S RUN

FREE YOUNG ARTIST OPEN STUDIO

Travel back in time at Avey’s Run. Explore rock layers and how they fit into the vast timeline of the planet. Hunt for fossils and uncover their stories. Meet at the first stream crossing on the Geology Trail. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 2 - 4 p.m.; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

Teens are invited to bring their own materials or use some from the CAM to work on their projects and meet other young artists. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 2 - 4 p.m.; 513721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

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WARRIORS 4 THE WORLD’S ELIMINATE 5K

Take a ride on Carol Ann’s Carousel, then enjoy some nature-inspired crafts and activities. Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 West Mehring Way; 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; please see web site for prices; 513357-2621 or cincinnatiparks.com.

LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD

The Linton Musicians and Madcap Puppets are teaming up to tell the story of Little Red Riding Hood through the music of Brahms. Mt. Washington Presbyterian Church, 6474 Beechmont Ave.; 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m.; $5; 513-381-6868 or lintonmusic.org/pbj-tickets/.

FREE MS WALK

Bring family and friends for a walk to support research for multiple sclerosis. Create a team to raise funds, or just come out and support each other. Sawyer Point, 705 East Pete Rose Way; 8:30 a.m.; main.nationalmssociety.org.

FREE SPRING FEST IN THE WOODS

Bring the gang for a fun-filled day of activities that are all about celebrating the arrival of spring! Trailside Nature Center, Burnet Woods, 3251 Brookline Ave.; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 513-861-3435 or cincinnatiparks.com.

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It’s time for Northern Kentucky’s twice-ayear consignment sale promising new and delicately used brand name clothing, shoes, toys, furniture, equipment, maternity items and more. Turfway Park, 7500 Turfway Road, Florence; 9 a.m. 9 p.m. April 26 - 30; 859-814-9632 or nky.littletsale.com.

FREE MOUSE EARS FOR EVERYONE

Author Amy Schinner presents her book Mouse Ears for Everyone: A Guide to Walt Disney World for Guests with Special Needs this evening. From dealing with the airlines and solving issues with wheelchairs and strollers, to managing expectations for character meet and greets, Schinner brings hands-on experience and professional expertise as a regional chairperson for Autism Speaks. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 7 p.m.; 513396-8960 or josephbeth.com.

FREE WEE WEDNESDAY: GOING GREEN

Mariemont High School’s Key Club, Warriors 4 the World, hosts a 5K run and walk to support the Eliminate Project, an international undertaking by Kiwanis and UNICEF to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus, a deadly disease that takes the lives of 60,000 mothers and babies every year. Mariemont High School, Warrior Way; 9 a.m.; please visit site for registration fees; warriors4theworld.org.

Preschoolers and their parents take a look at contemporary local art through learning stations in the galleries, along with a story time and an art-making activity. Artists featured in Employed: A Staff Art Show share their skills. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-7212787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

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FREE GEEKERELLA

Ashley Poston presents her novel that’s part romance, part love letter to nerd culture, and a fairy tale that’s for anyone who believes in the magic of fandom. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 7 p.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth.com.

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Authors Danielle and Christopher Jones present their book, which details the first few years of their marriage that included better, worse, sickness, health, rich and poor experiences. With candor, wit and an indestructible sense of humor, the Joneses offer a model of love in spite, and sometimes because of, life’s imperfections. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 7 p.m.; 513396-8960 or josephbeth.com.

THURSDAY ART PLAY: ACTIVIST ART

Andrea Bowers is an artist and activist whose work is currently on display at the CAC. Create art inspired by her work and other activist artists, all followed by some kid-friendly yoga. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St.; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free members, $5 per child nonmembers; 513-345-8405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

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DISNEY IN CONCERT: TALE AS OLD AS TIME

Join a musical celebration with the Cincinnati Pops as they explore the magical moments and heroic feats from Frozen, The Little Mermaid, Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and more. Taft Theatre, 317 East 5th St.; 8 p.m. April 28, 2 and 8 p.m. April 29, and 2 p.m. April 30; $15 children, adult ticket prices vary; 513-381-3300 or cincinnatisymphony.org.

FITTON FAMILY FRIDAY

The Lexington Children’s Theatre presents Cows Don’t Fly and Other Known Facts, based on the popular children’s book series and that proves seeing is dis-believing in this reality-bending production. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 South Monument Ave., Hamilton; 7:30 p.m.; $11 members, $13 nonmembers; 513-863-8873 or fittoncenter.org.

FREE JUNIE B. JONES STORY TIME

Even though Junie B. was born on “June the first,” her creator, Barbara Parks, celebrates her birthday on April 28. Read a chapter or three from the first book and find out which of the 28 books in the series is the crowd favorite. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3094 Madison Road; 4 p.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

SPRING YOUTH BALLET CONCERT

The CCM Youth Ballet Companies feature talented students ages 9 - adult, performing traditional and contemporary works choreographed by CCM and CCM Prep faculty. Patricia Corbett Theatre, College Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati campus, Corry Blvd.; 7:30 p.m. April 28 and 29; $15 general, $10 non-UC students, free UC students; 513-556-4183 or ccm.uc.edu.

FREE THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE

ArtsConnect presents this production from Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park for ages 11 and older. In Narnia, land of eternal winter, the White Witch holds power over all, until a little girl named Lucy enters the magical land through an enchanted wardrobe and changes it all in a story of good triumphing over evil. Stick around after the performance for a fun craft! The Grove Banquet and Event Center, 9150 Winton Road; 7 p.m.; 513-728-4262 or theartsconnect.us.

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BIG WEEK OF BIRDING

Gilmore MetroPark is a treasure trove of birds with the rookery of cormorants, egrets and great blue herons, as well as an abundance of spring warblers. Gilmore MetroPark, 7950 Gilmore Road, Hamilton; 7:30 - 9 a.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for prices) is required to enter the park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.

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Celebrate the arrival of migratory birds and spring wildflowers. Your family can pick a painted pot from the trees and plant a flower in it, go on a bird or wildflower hike, play games and more. Crafts available for a small fee. Nature’s Niche, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road, Groesbeck; 12 - 3 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE BLUE MANATEE PRESS SPRING BOOK LAUNCH

Celebrate Indie Bookstore Day with stories, crafts and the authors of the newest additions to the blue manatee press catalog. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3094 Madison Road; 10 - 11 a.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

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Help support a good cause and enjoy a fun afternoon full of carnival games, clowns, face painting, a silent auction, tasty treats, local vendors and more. Ticket sale proceeds and donations from vendors go to the 2017 JDRF One Walk Kings Island and JDRF One Walk Dayton. Lakeside Lodge, Sharon Woods, 4661 East Kemper Road; 12 - 2 p.m.; see web site for prices; funtocuret1d@gmail.com or facebook. com/groups/1009991592375310/.

FREE CRAFTY SUPERMARKET

The Crafty Supermarket is back for a spring craft show, with 50 vendors, local food, a live DJ and craft activities for little ones. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave.; 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; 513-4972860 or cliftonculturalarts.org.

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Help make a difference by picking up trash and litter in one of Kenton County’s parks. After the cleanup, participants enjoy lunch and entertainment. Best for ages 10 and older. Doe Run Lake, 1501 Bullock Pen Road, Covington; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 859-525-7529 or kentoncounty. org.

FREE HEALTHY KIDS DAY

It’s a day to celebrate your family’s health and well-being and learn how to keep that feeling going! Enjoy a climbing wall, bounce houses, obstacle courses, fitness classes, face painting, visits with farm animals, appearances by favorite sports teams and super heros, tractor rides and more. Parky’s Farm at Winton Woods, 10073 Daly Road; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; cincinnatiymca.org.

FREE INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE DAY

Stop by for exclusive products, visiting authors, free popcorn and more — all to say thanks for supporting this local indie bookstore. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road; 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; 513396-8960 or josephbeth.com.

PEANUT BUTTER ‘N JAM CONCERT

Enjoy the story of Little Red Riding Hood as told by the Linton Musicians and Madcap Puppets. Heritage Presbyterian Church, 6546 Mason Montgomery Road, Mason; 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m.; $5; 513-381-6868 or lintonmusic.org/pbjtickets/.

SIGNATURE SESSION: JUICE NEWTON

Billboard award-winning artist Juice Newton brings her soaring notes and silken phrasing to the stage with familiar songs like “Angel of the Morning,” “Queen of Hearts” and “The Sweetest Thing (I’ve Ever Known).” Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield; 8 p.m.; $25 - $30; 513-867-5348 or fairfield-city.org.

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efore the war of 1812, militia musters were not just for drilling — they were social opportunities for men and women alike. Linigle’s Company of Ohio Militia will join Heritage Village Museum for an event that will include drilling, civilian demonstrations, and hands-on activities. Stop by and visit the year that Ohio became a state! Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Road; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. April 22 and 12 - 5 p.m. April 23; $10 adults, $6 ages 5 - 11, free ages 4 and younger and museum members. Call 513-5639484 or visit heritagevillagecincinnati.org. 42

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Love superheroes? Want to be one for the day? Dress in your most heroic garb for this 5K that’s loaded with superhero fun and activities for old and young alike. Sawyer Point, 705 East Pete Rose Way; 8 - 11 a.m.; $45; superrun.org.

FREE THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE

Bring the family for a free production of the classic tale as presented by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park’s Off the Hill series. Blue Ash Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road, Blue Ash; 6:30 p.m.; blueashevents.com.

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Woodsdale, part of Chrisholm MetroPark, runs along the Great Miami River. Swamp sparrow is known to hang out here. Because of its location near the water, it is great for spring migrants. Chrisholm MetroPark, 1917 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 7:30 - 9 a.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for prices) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

BIG WEEK OF BIRDING

Forest Run Wildlife Preserve has a variety of habitat: meadow, forest, pond and a stream. It is always a great place to bird! Forest Run MetroPark, 1810 New London Road, Hamilton; 7:30 - 9 a.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for prices) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

KIDS’ FISHING DERBY

Triple Creek pond is a great place to teach youngsters how to fish. Kids ages 16 and younger can try to catch a tagged fish for a trophy. Each child who catches a fish will receive a certificate, and all participants receive a derby button. Participants must bring their own equipment, but bait will be available for purchase. Pond, Triple Creek, 2700 Buell Road; 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE MARCH FOR BABIES

Help support the March of Dimes with this annual walk through the park that raises funds and supports research to prevent premature birth. Sawyer Point, 705 East Pete Rose Way; 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; marchofdimes.org/cincinnati.

SIBLING PREPARATION CLASS

Ages 2 - 8 are invited to this class led by Jennifer Tullo, owner of The Gentle Seed Doulas, who covers topics such as the emotions associated with becoming an older sibling, basic newborn care and behavior, special rules about new babies and more. Kids learn through play, crafts and storytelling. Parents must accompany children under 5. Blue Cocoon’s Mommy and Me Play Cafe, 9361 Montgomery Road; 1 - 2 p.m.; $25 first child, $15 each additional child; 513-791-1089 or bluecocoonbaby.com.

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The Miami Valley Ballet Theatre presents this classic story filled with fairies, love, kindness and fun and the all-important lesson that in the winning of a heart, graciousness is more important that beauty. Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Dr.; 7 p.m. April 21, 2 and 7 p.m. April 22 and 23; $15 adults, $10 ages 10 and younger; 513-8675348 or Fairfield-city.org.

DISENCHANTED

Poisoned apples. Glass slippers. Who needs ‘em? Join these fairytale princesses for an evening of irreverent humor and satirical snipes as they toss the tiaras and start getting real about happily ever after in this not-for-kiddies cabaret. The Carnegie, 1028 Scott St., Covington; through April 9; 859957-1940 or thecarnegie.com.

DISNEY’S THE LION KING JR.

Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati campus, Corry and Jefferson Streets; 8 p.m. March 30 April 1, 2 p.m. April 2; $31 - $35 general, $22 - $25 students, $18 - $21 UC students; 513-556-4183 or ccm.uc.edu.

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT

The Biblical saga of Joseph and his many-colored coat comes to life in this musical parable from Acting Up. A favorite son is blessed with prophetic dreams, but when he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, he endures a series of challenges to his spirit over which he must triumph. Mason Middle School Theater, 6370 S. Mason Montgomery Road; 7 p.m. April 7, 2 and 7 p.m. April 8, 5 p.m. April 9; $12; 513-494-6062 or actingup.com.

Grades 5 - 12 and their grown-ups will appreciate the tale of a curious cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as King. Colorful characters and favorite songs are woven throughout this fun production. The Performing Arts Academy, 4400 Lewis St., Middletown; 7 p.m. April 28, 29, May 5 and 6, 3 p.m. April 30 and May 7; $14 adults, $10 seniors and children 10 and younger; 513-5947242 or theperformingartsacademy. com.

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Two destitute Shakespearean actors, Jack and Leo, find themselves performing “Scenes from Shakespeare” on the Moose Lodge circuit in the Amish country of Pennsylvania. When they hear that an old lady is about to leave her fortune to her long-lost English nephews, they impersonate her relatives and scheme to get the cash. But then they find out the nephews are actually nieces! Can they still pull it off? Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave.; through April 2; please see website for ticket prices; 513-241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com.

A psychiatrist is confronted by Alan, a young boy referred to him for the crime of blinding six horses with an ice pick, a mystery to his parents as the boy loves horses. But the doctor soon uncovers what stirred the violent act in this production best suited for adult audiences. Warsaw Federal Incline Theater, 801 Matson Place; April 6 - 23; $26 adults, $23 students and seniors; 513-241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions. com

IDOMENEO

Set in the aftermath of the Trojan War, Mozart’s opera seria weaves a tale of gods and monsters, unrequited love and selfless heroism. During his journey back to Greece, King Idomeneo pledges to sacrifice the first mortal he finds to Neptune in exchange for a safe journey home, but he struggles to find another way when that mortal turns out to be his son. Corbett Theatre, College

The Cincinnati Ballet’s season just isn’t complete with this annual favorite that features innovative choreography. This year is no exception as it presents an all-women roster, including Victoria Morgan, Jennifer Archibald, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa and Heather Britt. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St.; April 20 - 30; see website for ticket prices; 513-621-2787 or cballet. org.

LEADING LADIES

Lucy and her siblings break the spell and will good triumph over evil? Multiple locations throughout Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, please see website for a complete schedule of venues, dates, times and admission prices; 513-421-3888 or cincyplay.com.

MASTERWORKS AND BEYOND

Celebrate Spring’s arrival with the CCM Ballet Ensemble as they present a mixed bill including a world premiere created by Alabama Ballet associate artistic director Roger Van Fleteren. Patricia Corbett Theater, College Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati campus, Corry and Jefferson Streets; 8 p.m. April 13 - 15 and 2 p.m. April 15; $27 - $31 general, $17 - $20 students, $15 - $18 UC students; 513-556-4183 or ccm. uc.edu.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL

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MY FAIR LADY

Enjoy the story of Eliza Doolittle, a cockney flower girl who is transformed into a proper lady in this take on George Bernard Shaw’s Pygmalion that features all of the greatest songs from the Broadway musical. Covedale Center for Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave.; April 27 – May 21; please see web site for ticket prices; 513-241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com.

TARZAN THE STAGE MUSICAL

This is some serious monkey business! The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati presents this wild adventure featuring Tarzan as he struggles to navigate a jungle, thick with emotion as he discovers his animal upbringing clashing with his human instincts. Taft Theater, 5th and Sycamore Streets; 2 p.m. April 1, 2 and 5 p.m. April 2, 7:30 p.m. April 7, 2 and 5 p.m. April 8, 2 p.m. April 9; tickets start at $10; 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park continues its Off the Hill series with this two-actor production that takes audiences to a land of talking animals and eternal winter under the spell of the White Witch. Can

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•Fairy Party RSVP by March 31. Make a mini fairy garden and hear a story about the little sprites in the NaturePlay@BCM (please dress for the weather, in case of inclement weather, activities will be moved indoors). 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 5; $3 per craft plus admission ($9 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children).

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•Happiest Baby on the Block Learn how to calm your fussy newborn and help both of you get a better night’s sleep. 6:45 p.m. April 10; $50.

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•My Breastfeeding Lifestyle Learn the basics of breastfeeding, including common obstacles and benefits of the practice. Husbands/partners are welcome! 6 p.m. April 3; $35. •Infant/Child CPR Parents and anyone who cares for children are invited to take this certification or non-certification course. 3 p.m. April 30; please call for price.

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•Make a Mess Join Ms. Anne to explore your child’s creative side with a good book and a fun art making activity. For ages 2 - 4. 10 - 11 a.m. April 10; $10. •Earth Day Celebration Ages 3 and older meet Pout Pout Fish and enjoy stories, songs and more. 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 22; $2. •Shakespeare’s Birthday Party Ages 8 and older can celebrate the birthday of the Bard through games and acting. 2 - 3 p.m. April 23; $3.

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•FREE What Do I Tell the Kids? Is there a loved one in your child’s life that has a cancer diagnosis? Have you wondered how to talk about it — what to say and what not to say? Get expert advice on explaining cancer to children at an age-appropriate level. 12:30 1:30 p.m. April 1. •FREE Kids Kamp: Head to Toe Health Coping with a cancer diagnosis can be stressful for kids. Join a day of fun and relaxation to learn about mindfulness, exercise and other ways to release anxiety. A light lunch will be provided. 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. April 22. •FREE Walking the Dinosaur Kids are invited to this group to discuss feelings through age-appropriate crafts and games, while parents meet separately. 6:30 - 8 p.m. April 26. •FREE It’s Always Something Writing Contest Teens are invited to participate in this writing contest — share how cancer has impacted you. Deadline is 5 p.m. on April 28, get full contest rules at the website.

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•Roaming the Nature Center Roam the trails of CNC with a naturalist and hone your observation skills as you focus on seasonal natural happenings while exploring trees, ponds, birds, insects and wildflowers. Best for ages 5 and older. 1 - 3 p.m. April 4 and 6; $6 members, $10 plus admission nonmembers. •Family Hike: Froggy Spotting Adventure Join a stroll up to Reservoir Pond to listen in on the spring peepers’ chorus. Then try your hand at spotting these tiny native frogs. Best for ages 4 8 with an adult. 6:30 - 8 p.m. April 7; free with admission.

CINCINNATI OBSERVATORY CENTER 3489 Observatory Ave. 513-321-5186 cincinnatiobservatory.org

•Thor’s Day Thursdays In Norse mythology, the god Thor was often associated with the planet Jupiter. Since Jupiter is closest to Earth this April, ages 7 and older are invited to special viewing events on Thor’s day — Thursdays! 8 p.m. April 6, 13, 20 and 27; $5 donation is appreciated.

COLERAIN TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY CENTER 4300 Springdale Road 513-946-7766 hamiltoncountyrecycles.org/ residents/compost_seminar

•FREE Get the Dirt on Backyard Recycling Join a one-hour seminar focusing on the basics of backyard composting, and get a free kitchen collector and a guide as part of your participation. 7 p.m. April 18. Also at 7 p.m. on April 27 at the Green Township Public Library, 6525 Bridgetown Road.

CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER

44 E. Sixth St. 513-345-8405 contemporaryartscenter.org

•Homeschool Wednesday: Intermedio Tour Take a tour of the newest addition to the UnMuseum and meet the artists, designers and musicians behind the work. The creative studio group Intermedio is in the UnMuseum to talk with students about their emergence inspired projects. After the tour, experiment with light and sound, and create squishy circuit sculptures. 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. April 19; free members, $5 nonmembers.

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•FREE Stargazing Join the Cincinnati Astronomical Society for an evening look at the stars. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. April 28.

THE JEWISH DISCOVERY CENTER

7587 Central Parke Blvd., Mason 513-234-0777 jdiscovery.com/ckids •CKids Escape Room: The Freedom Files Ages 6 and older journey to Ancient Egypt to unlock the mysteries of the Passover Seder, solve hidden clues and rescue the Jewish people before it’s too late. 2:30 - 4 p.m. April 2; $5 per child, free for Discovery Hebrew School students.

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2692 Madison Road 513-396-8960 • josephbeth.com

•Fun-tastic Folk Rock Enjoy the folky, funky creations of Christine Havrilla with an energetic live show full of upbeat originals, along with superb strumming and powerful sounds of Mama’s Black Sheep. 7:30 p.m. April 29; $16 donation.

•FREE Jane Eyre Book Club Ages 15 and older are invited for Part Two of the discussion series about Charlotte Bronte’s novel Jane Eyre, and the adaptation produced by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. 7 p.m. April 3. RSVP to 513-421-3888.

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A valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park

•FREE What Parents Should Know About Reading and Comprehension Do you have concern for a struggling reader? In our communities, about 20% of the population has difficulty learning to read. This presentation simplifies the complex process of reading by explaining the five critical skills that support successful reading. Learn about the developmental path of successful readers, the root causes of reading difficulties, and why some good readers struggle with comprehension. 12:30 - 2 p.m. April 5 and 9:30 - 11 a.m. April 20.

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•Nighttime Exploration Jupiter is close! Enjoy a nature hike at night to view the skies. 8 - 10 p.m. April 7. Flashlight Egg Hunt RSVP by April 12. Let your flashlight be your guide as you search for eggs at night. Concessions and glow items are available for purchase, and the Easter Bunny hops by, too. 9 p.m. April 14; $3 Butler County residents, $4 nonresidents.

FOUR MILE CREEK

1200 Hogue Road, Hamilton 513-867-5385 yourmetorparks.net

A valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park

•Big Week of Birding Davidson Woods is a beautiful park that’s a treasure trove of birds. Meet at the Gilmore entrance to search for egrets, great blue herons and more. 6:30 8:30 p.m. April 29.

HUFFMAN PARK

2100 John Gray Road, Fairfield 513-867-5348 • Fairfield-city.org

•FREE Let’s Go Hiking! All ages are invited for a free guided hike through the park. 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 22.

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LAZER KRAZE

7082 Columbia Road, Maineville 513-339-1030 1335 Donaldson Road, Erlanger 859-371-5729 lazerkraze.com

•Special Needs Night Players ages 4 and older with special needs can play laser tag or jump on the trampolines for free with their family member’s paid admission. Please see web site for jump rules; jump socks not included and are $2 per pair. Held the first Thursday of each month from 4 - 9 p.m.

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MARY HELEN STUDIO 1981 Madison Road 513-802-5020 maryhelenstudio.com

•Pick Your Pattern Pick a pattern for a fun spring or summer ensemble and get help with sewing it for yourself. Best suited for advanced students. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 1; please visit site for prices. •Mom + Me Sew Coverup Sew a fabulous coverup just in time for spring break. 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. April 8; $56 per person. •Mom + Me Beach Tote Bag Perfect for the beach, pool and summer adventures. Learn to sew a beach tote bag with your favorite adult. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 29; $48 (add a monogram for $7).

MIAMI WHITEWATER FOREST

9001 Mt. Hope Road 513-521-7275 • greatparks.org A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park

•Night Bike Ride RSVP by April 4. Take an evening bike ride around the Shaker Trace Trail while the sun sets. Front/back lights and helmets required. 8 p.m. April 7; $12 per person. •Operation Observation: Lost Ladybug Project RSVP by April 6. Have you spotted any ladybugs recently? Learn how to contribute your observations to this citizen science project. 2 p.m. April 8. •All About Bunnies RSVP by April 12. Ages 2 - 4 learn all about our favorite fuzzy critters with a story time and a craft. 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 14; $6 per child.

NEUSOLE GLASSWORKS 11925 Kemper Springs Drive 513-751-3292 neusoleglassworks.com

Easter Egg Paperweight Make an Easter egg paperweight with help from professional glassblowers. For ages 5 - 6 and older. RSVP for a 30-minute slot between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. for each person. April 1, 2, 8, 9, 15; $35 per person.

PARKY’S FARM AT WINTON WOODS

10073 Daly Road 513-521-7275 • greatparks.org A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park

•Garden Builders RSVP by April 2. Use shovels and towels, sticks and stones at the garden construction site to build homes for garden friends like insects, toads and birds. Plant some seeds and check back throughout the spring and summer to see what moves into the homes. Program includes a wagon ride and time in Parky’s Playbarn. For ages 2 - 5. 9:30 a.m.

and 1 p.m. April 4 and 5; $6 per child, $4 per adult. Easter Spectacular All ages are invited for lunch, a wagon ride to an Easter egg hunt, a photo with the Easter Bunny, live entertainment and more. 10:45 and 11:30 a.m., and 12:15, 1 and 1:45 p.m. April 8 and 9; $9.95 per person, plus tax. •Peeps & Squeaks RSVP by April 9. Ages 2 - 5 hop down the bunny trail to explore the sights and sounds of springtime on the farm, including a meeting with some new arrivals. Program includes a wagon ride and time in Parky’s Playbarn. 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. April 11 and 12; $6 per child, $4 per adult. •Udderly Amazing RSVP by April 16. Discover all the things that come from cows and goats as you learn about the dairy world. Be ready for lots of hands-on animal contact. Program includes a wagon ride and time in Parky’s Playbarn. 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. April 18 and 19; $6 per child, $4 per adult. •Fairies of the Farm RSVP by April 23. Ages 2 - 5 follow the farm sprites to discover the wonders of nature. Fly through the garden and use your fairy powers to help the plants grow. Program includes a wagon ride and time in Parky’s Playbarn. 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. April 25 and 26; $6 per child, $4 per adult.

per mother and child, $17 for each additional child. •Me and My Doll Jewelry Making Ages 6 and older bring dolls or special stuffies for a fun stamping event — make a personalized charm necklace or bracelet, one for you and one for your doll, while enjoying juice and snacks. 1 p.m. April 2; $30.

ROBOT INSIDE

2951 Bodley Ave. 513-861-3435 cincinnatiparks.com

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•Papercrafting with Jessica Wolf Each student (ages 16 and older) will craft two giant flowers and receive templates to take home to create more to add to their wall décor or use as a photo backdrop. 7 - 9 p.m. April 7; $25. •FREE Earth Day Celebrate Earth Day with a storytime with Mark Neeley, Earth-based crafts and more fun. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. April 22. •Tuesday Sewing Club Ages 6 and older are invited to this club to make hand and machine sewn projects like felt food and animals, patches for jeans and more. 4 - 5 p.m. April 4; $20.

THE SILVER DIVA

7594B Voice of America Centre Drive, West Chester 513-873-4561 thesilverdiva.com

•Mom & Me Easter Tea Wear your finest hat and party dress and hop on in for an afternoon of jewelry making, a luncheon, and a tea party, and decorating a sugar cookie. Price includes Servatii’s lunch, tea and juice for mother and child. Little ones also make a cute Easter necklace and Mom gets a $10 credit to make her own creation, too. 12 p.m. April 15; $40

SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP SENIOR & COMMUNITY ART CENTER 9156 Winton Road theartsconnect.us

•Acting Workshop for Teens Acting coach Nancy Pushkar leads teens through half-hour increments of monologue acting, scene reading, and improvisation. Teens are motivated to consider each other in their surroundings as well as act with confidence. 6:30 8:30 p.m. April 5; please visit site for price.

WESTON ART GALLERY

650 Walnut St. westonartgallery.com/learn or westonartgallery@cincinnatiarts.org •Families Create! Candy Land One of the most popular workshops! Use candy, crackers and cookies and make sweet and savory structures, then eat your sculptures. Yum! 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 8; $5.

WILSON COMMONS PARK

FREE Eggsceptional Eggstravangaza RSVP by April 6. Join the fun and check out some springtime and egg-related crafts and activities, all followed by an egg hunt. 1 - 2:30 p.m. April 8.

WINTON WOODS

10245 Winton Road 513-521-7275 • greatparks.org A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park

•Parent Child Tournament RSVP by April 5. This nine-hole tournament is for parents and a child younger than 18. Play scramble, best ball and alternate shot. Gross and net prizes will be awarded. 8 a.m. April 8; $35 per team. •Outdoor Archery RSVP two days in advance. Ages 8 and older learn the basics of shooting a compound bow on the outdoor range. 1 p.m. April 9 and 10 a.m. April 15; $15 per person. •Archery Accuracy & Apple Challenge RSVP by April 12. Graduates of Outdoor Archery can take their skills to the next level in this program. 1 p.m. April 15; $16 per person. Easter Brunch in the Park Bring the family for an all-youcan-eat buffet with the Easter Bunny!

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PLAN AHEAD 10 a.m., 12 and 2 p.m. April 16; $18.35 adults, $8.75 ages 2 - 12, plus tax. •Homeschool Science: Earth Day Celebration RSVP by April 13. Ages 5 - 12 and parents explore learning stations and take a hike. 11 a.m. April 19; $6 per child. •Trail Tips Hike RSVP by April 21. When spring weather arrives, hikers become eager to get outside. Take a 1.1-mile moderate hike along the Kingfisher trail to get some hiking tips. 1 p.m. April 23.

WOODLAND MOUND

8250 Old Kellogg Road 513-521-7275 • greatparks.org A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park

•Be Green Jamboree RSVP by April 5. Ages 3 - 5 learn all about staying green and being good stewards of the Earth through crafts and activities. 10 a.m. April 7; $7 per child. Earthy Egg Art RSVP by April 2. Ages 5 and older paint their own wooden egg masterpiece with natural earth paints. 2 p.m. April 9; $4 per person.

VOICE OF AMERICA METROPARK

7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester

513-867-5835 yourmetroparks.net

A valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park

Eggstravaganza and Brunch with the Easter Bunny RSVP by April 6 for an egg hunt, sponsored by Dave & Buster’s. Time slots available between 12 and 3 p.m., April 9. Pair your registration with an RSVP for a brunch buffet with the Easter Bunny from 10 - 11:30 a.m. or 1 - 2 p.m. (separate registration required; $10 adults, $5 seniors, free ages 12 and younger, $5 photos, prices increase at the door).

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