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Preventing backpack-related injuries Choose a backpack for your child carefully. It should have ergonomically designed features to enhance safety and comfort. Don’t overstuff a backpack; it should weigh no more than 10 to 20 percent of your child’s body weight. For example, a child that weighs 60 pounds should carry a backpack no heavier than 12 pounds. Ask your children to use both straps when wearing their backpack to evenly distribute the weight.

Preventing playground-related injuries Encourage your child only to use playgrounds with a soft surface. Avoid playgrounds with concrete, grass and dirt surfaces, as they are too hard. Children under the age of four should not use climbing equipment and watch older children when they’re climbing. Do not let your children use monkey bars. They are unsafe and should not be used by children of any age.

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The gift of time.

Parents share thoughts on kids learning foreign languages. Also: two different outing giveaways!

north cincy news Kings Island announces plans for a new roller coaster ... Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park's 17th annual Art Fair ... News from area private schools ... Where to shop for educational toys and more.

kids' health Frequent visits to the school nurse can mean a number of things. It's time to find what's really going on.

GET SET FOR KINDERGARTEN Prepare your preschooler for kindergarten next year.

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KIDS LEARNING LANGUAGES If you start early and keep it interesting and fun, kids can learn a second language quite easily.

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PLANNING FOR PREGNANCY It's baby-making time! Here's what you should know going in.

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the little things BY AMANDA HAYWARD

THE GIFT OF TIME

ne of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make was allowing Will — my now almost 8-year-old — an extra year of kindergarten. With a late August birthday, he was either going to be the youngest or the oldest in his class. Will was only 1 when our military family moved to Germany. He spent almost half of his lifetime there — four years to be exact! We planted ourselves right smack dab in the middle of a cute German village; we wanted that full, cultural experience. Well, we did alright — we made lovely German friends and enrolled Will into the cute little kindergarten down the street. Note: the German kindergartens are a bit different — they are open to ages 0 - 6; and ours had two separate rooms, one for the “minis” and one for the “maxis.” Just imagine a structured daycare and preschool all in one. Will thrived there — he learned the language, made a ton of friends and before I knew it, he was fluent. I was blown away at how quickly he picked up German during the time we were there. When we made the decision to come back to the states — our hometown in Cincinnati — it was time to move Will to an American kindergarten where the curriculum was of course, completely different. It was like night and day. I was excited for Will to really start kindergarten, but I began to notice he felt anxious and couldn’t keep up with the tough curriculum. Kids were reading, learning to write, and all of the workbooks and lessons we worked on at home to prepare didn’t do as much justice as I had hoped. He went from one culture to another at just 5 years old. His teacher pulled me aside and suggested that he do it all over again. I agreed. This is when I learned about the gift of time. At that moment, I felt like a failure. I felt I was “holding him back.” But I wasn’t. In going to Germany, we did something good — Will had experienced something not many kids get to experience — and while I was proud of that, it had come back to bite me. But once I saw Will’s energy and motivation during the second round of kindergarten, I was so happy. He was happy. We made a good decision. Many parents go through this — the stress of wondering, “What if he is the oldest in his class, will anyone notice?” or “What if I’m holding him back?” I have never met a parent who regretted making this decision. If anything — they have regretted pushing their kids forward. Even if your little one is cognitively ready, that doesn’t always mean he is emotionally ready. It’s OK to allow a child that extra year — you will see your tiny preschooler gain the confidence he needs to take on the day. Kindergarten is tough these days, and as long as you give your child the time and emotional support he needs throughout this new, intimidating journey, he will thrive. Your child will be happy, EDITOR and so will you.

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“Absolutely! Being bilingual will allow my daughter to connect to part of her heritage as well as allow and encourage her to communicate with many different people in different ways.” — Roxanne Millman “Yep! We started with Spanish when my children were in kindergarten and second grade. Learning a foreign language can help you in a lot of ways. It can help with your future career. Latin, for example, is great for those interested in the medical field. Spanish is great for just about every job.” Chelsey Greer

“Both of my elementary-aged daughters are in Spanish immersion classes offered through Oak Hill’s local school district. It’s amazing how quickly they learn!” Stefanie White

“My children started taking Spanish in kindergarten as part of the curriculum. I love that they do it, as it will help them in high school and college. Plus, speaking Spanish is such a great skill to have.” Jennie Klems Bickel

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BETHANY SCHOOL (555 Albion Ave. Cincinnati), a 120-year-old independent K - 12 school, is opening the doors to a brand-new academic building this year for grades 3 - 8. This building is a one-of-a-kind LEED certified Platinum energy-efficient school building with an equally amazing natural playscape. Th new building will be blessed by the Most Reverend Michael Curry on Wednesday, Sept. 11 during a school ceremony. Visit bethanyschool.org or call 513-771-7462 for more information. CHILDREN’S MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (CMH) (927 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland) boasts low teacherto-student ratios and encourages enrichment programs like Spanish, music, art and yoga. CMH features a mobile planetarium, orchard, pond, nature trails, an eco-learning lab with organic flower and vegetable gardens and is a WILD School Site, designated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. CMH now has Anne Tobe, Ed.D., former Academic Director from the Art Institute of Ohio on staff. Tobe will bring creativity to students in the lower elementary. Visit cmhschool.com or call 513-683-4757 for more information. CINCINNATI COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (6905 Given Road, Cincinnati) — ranked by Niche (an online educational data analyzing company) as Cincinnati’s #1 best private school for 2019. The school has a new 48,000-squarefeet athletic center with a pool, gym, multipurpose space and weight training center; new playscape features for the lower school and new science 10

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classes with innovative space. Upper School students can participate in an expanded global exchange program with travel opportunities in France, Spain and China. Visit countryday.net or call 513-561-7298 for more information. ROYALMONT ACADEMY (200 Northcrest Drive, Mason) was named the #1 high school in Warren County (by Niche, an online educational data analyzing company). This pre-k through 12 school enters its 24th year and its sixth year with a high school. This year, students will have new computers in the computer labs and two additional computer carts for middle and high schoolers. Visit royalmontacademy.org or call 513-754-0555 for more information. SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (2161 Grandin Road, Cincinnati). The lower school Character Education Program offers focus on research, writing, technology, science, art and oral communication. Summit also has a brand-new Exploratorium that encourages inventiveness and creativity; students code, program robots and learn through hands-on experiments. Summit alum and Montessori teacher, Arielle Wilson (class of 2006), is the recipient of the Hilda Rothschild Scholarship for 2019 - 2020; Wilson expects to receive her masters in Montessori Education from Xavier University in Spring, 2021. Visit summitcds.org or call 513-871-4700 for more information. Does your school have news to share? Please email it to Associate Editor Amanda Ciani at amandaciani@daycommedia.com.

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kids’ health

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DOES HE REALLY NEED TO GO TO THE NURSE? Find out what’s really going on if your child is going for help frequently.

any parents have been there: your phone rings, and you immediately recognize the school nurse’s number. You hold your breath and hope she doesn’t say your child needs to go home. It’s a nurse’s duty to confirm that your child is well enough to be in school for the day in accordance with the school’s policies. The nurse may call about a missing medication, a playground boo boo or more. But if a child is going to the nurse a lot for vague symptoms, it’s a clear indicator that something else may be going on.

SENDING HIM HOME

Nurses send kids home for many reasons, the most common being headaches, stomachaches, cold symptoms or asthma, says Lisa Crosby, nurse practitioner at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. “Nurses send children home for fever, flu, diarrhea and vomiting which are not permitted by health department regulations,” she says. “Also asthma that isn’t improving with medication, or if a child doesn’t have medication, as this would require additional medical attention,” she says. Symptoms that are minor result in a kid

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returning to class. Children are sent back to the classroom if symptoms improve or when they have been seen and basically cleared. Other symptoms that require a nurse’s attention include signs of mental stress from bullying or anxiety. Crosby says if a child has frequent, vague physical complaints such as stomachaches, the nurse may assess him, call you to discuss the situation, and then refer him to your primary care provider.

ASSESSING HIS NEEDS

A trip to the nurse is different than going to the pediatrician — he is all on his own, and it’s up to him to describe his feelings and symptoms. Let’s face it, some kids love the it’s nurturing, cozy and, well, it’s an easy out from class. “Nursing staff assess children utilizing their knowledge of the child’s developmental level, as well as by partnering with other school staff familiar with the child,” Crosby says. “Older siblings are often helpful in providing information,” she adds. If your child struggles to communicate his needs, the school nurse will turn to you, and communicating with parents about individual children is a preferred option, assures Crosby.

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“It also helps as the children become familiar with the nursing staff and feel they can trust the staff,” she continues. Amanda Hayward is editor for this publication and mother of two.

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EDUCATION Prepping for kindergarten is more important than ever. Here’s what you — and more importantly, your child — need to know.

WILL HE BE READY? BY PATRICIA COOK

f kindergarten is the new first grade … will your child be ready next fall? Now that the new school year has begun, the looming question for many parents with preschoolers is: What do I need to do? And, will MY child be ready compared to the other children who will be in his class next year? Most often, the question of kindergarten readiness arises when a child turns 5 within a few months of the cut-off dates. Parents of children born as far ahead as May, particularly parents of boys, become concerned with whether their child will be ready to begin classroom work. The decision is not one to be taken lightly. A

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year is a long time to take out of a child’s life, and the decision rests solely with the parents. Schools today make kindergarten an integral part of the elementary school’s curriculum, and the focus has shifted from social to academic.

WHERE IS HE AT?

Readiness for kindergarten involves the child in the school setting, so when considering whether or not your child will meet kindergarten success based upon his abilities, you must take into account both the program and the teacher’s expectations of your child. “Start preparing your child from day one,” suggests Jennifer Jensen, head of the lower school

at Cincinnati Country Day school. “Similar to sending our children off to college, it takes years to instill all that they need to be successful on their own,” she adds. Kindergarten teachers expect children to be able to function within a cooperative learning environment where they work both independently and as a member of small and large groups. “Perseverance, self-regulation and flexibility are all great skills to have prior to entering kindergarten,” says Jensen. “With these skills, a child can actively explore new situations, engage in problem solving and expand his thinking,” she adds. Children should be able to

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attend to and finish a task, listen to a story in a group, follow two or three oral directions, take turns, and share and care for their belongings. They are also expected to follow the rules, respect the property of others and work within the time and space constraints of the school program. Teachers expect children to develop certain physical skills before they enter kindergarten, too. In order to write letters and to make attempts at written and drawn expression, children are expected to enter kindergarten having already mastered fine motor skills requiring eye-hand coordination, such as using pencils, crayons or scissors. It is a definite plus for children to

be able to master belts, buttons, zippers and shoelaces. Children are also expected to possess both visual and auditory awareness of sounds and objects. These skills will be needed to learn the sounds of letters and the names and quantities of numerals. Children should grasp the concepts of “same and different” so they can sort objects into groups whose members are alike in some way. Usually, the kindergarten teacher expects students to recognize and name colors, shapes, sizes and a child’s own name (although these concepts are often part of the curriculum early in the school year). Most 5-year-olds can express themselves fluently with a variety

of words and can understand an even larger variety of words used in conversations and stories. Children who have been read to from an early age are usually interested in the printed word and how it is used to express ideas; a concept of story and story structure; and an understanding of the relationship between oral and written language. Some sense of numbers is also ideal, like counting and being able to recognize numbers from 0 to 10. A further issue is what the teachers and school system expect the child to accomplish by the end of kindergarten. It’s helpful if children can recognize some words. They should be able to sound out simple, three-letter words with short vowels and read short sentences like, ‘I like you.’ If you read a lot to your child at home, it helps tremendously with early readers. As expectations become more academic and assessments more formal, pressure increases to retain children who do not meet expectations. The assumption is that children who have not achieved a minimum level of cognitive and academic skills prior to first grade will benefit from another year of kindergarten. While that may be true for some, it is not true for others. Developmentally appropriate programs assume that children vary upon entrance; that all children progress during the program at their own rates and in their own manner; and that children will continue to vary at the end of the program.

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You can help your child learn to recognize the letters of the alphabet — the beginning of the

process that leads to reading — and to also help him learn the sounds the letters make. If a child knows his alphabet and the sounds the letters make upon entering kindergarten, he is on the path to reading. Additional skills you can help your child acquire in the year leading up to kindergarten include: • Count from one to 10 or higher • Identify colors and shapes • Name parts of the body • Distinguish between left and right • Demonstrate an ability for small motor skills like holding a pencil or a pair of scissors correctly • Demonstrate an ability for following directions, including multiple-step directions • Show an understanding of stories • Demonstrate clarity of speech • Demonstrate an increasing vocabulary • Demonstrate the ability to tell a story in sequence

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Readiness for kindergarten depends on your child’s development of social, perceptual, motor and language skills expected by the teacher. It also depends on the curriculum’s degree of structure, the behavior required by the instructional program and expectations of what is to be achieved by the end of the program. To help you in preparing your child for kindergarten and in assessing whether your child will be ready to attend, most schools provide booklets on readiness. And while checklists are always useful, you know your child best — if come next summer you feel he’s ready, then it looks like he’ll be heading to kindergarten!

READINESS KEYSTONES Experts agree that a child’s development needs to be evaluated in several areas. The following is a guideline that includes a range of social, academic and developmental factors to consider when deciding if your child is ready to enter school: Enthusiasm toward learning. Is he eager to explore and discover? Is he comfortable asking questions? Does he persist even when a task is difficult? Does he communicate her needs? Express his feelings appropriately? Ability to listen. Can he follow simple instructions? Is he able to listen to an entire story without interrupting? Desire to be independent. Will he separate from you for the school day? Is he starting to take responsibility for his personal belongings? Can he follow simple twostep tasks? Can he use the bathroom by himself? Ability to interact with children and adults. Is he able to share, compromise, take turns and problemsolve? Strong fine-motor skills. Is he able to hold and use a pencil? Cut with scissors? Can he write his name? Basic letter and number awareness. Can he recite the alphabet and recognize some letters? Can he count to 10 and identify numbers one to five?

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ome of the most spoken languages in the U.S. include English, Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin and other varieties), French and Vietnamese. We have the opportunity to learn these languages in high school and college, but for babies and tots — the prime time to soak up another language — it’s not so common. Think about how you learn English from birth — sights, sounds, songs, playtime and social interaction. This is how babies and toddlers learn; they capture every piece of information and watch our every move. Their tiny minds absorb like sponges, so why not teach them another language, right now? The first two years of life is really the best time.

“Children learn their first language by absorbing the spoken language in which they are immersed,” says Juan Martínez, director at Cincinnati Spanish School. “Learning a second language is best approached in the same manner. Therefore, incorporating two or more spoken languages into daily life from birth is the best approach to raising a truly bilingual child.” Once your child is about age 5, his learning ability changes, according to Martínez. That being said, the earlier you introduce a second language to him, the easier it will be for him to pick up and for him to become more fluent in it. Here’s a fun fact: Scientists recently determined that it takes approximately 400 repetitions to create a new

Kids are sponges — why not allow them the opportunity to soak up another language right now?

synapse in the brain — unless it is done with play. In that case, it’s between 10 - 20 repetitions, according to Vanessa Dixon, director at World of Spanish, LLC. “There is a philosophy that children should not formally begin learning the written grammar of a second language in a classroom setting until after the age of 6,” says Martínez. “But spoken communication is the first to develop in humans.”

WHY LANGUAGE IS GOOD FOR DEVELOPMENT Yes, they soak up languages with ease at a young age, but why should they learn it? From developmental to future opportunities, the benefits are endless. “Learning multiple languages has been proven

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to improve problem-solving and help kids achieve higher standardized test scores,” says Martínez. “It also helps facilitate the learning of musical instruments.” Bilingualism is also beneficial for a child’s ability to interact with others and to be more tolerant with other cultures and the children around him. If your child learns two or more languages, it helps set him up for a positive future. We live in one big melting pot with a Hispanic population that grows each year, and we have the ability to communicate with other cultures, which gives us an advantage toward scholarships, job opportunities and more choices when it comes to college. The benefits don’t stop there. (please turn the page)

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KIDS LEARNING LANGUAGES “Studies have shown that learning a second language at an early age enriches a child’s mental development, especially his math and logic skills,” says Dixon. “Studies suggest that learning a foreign language increases the ‘grey matter’ density in the brain. They also gain structural and functional-cognitive advantages over their monolingual peers.”

HOW CAN YOU TEACH THEM? If a foreign language class isn’t available at your child’s preschool or kindergarten, that doesn’t mean there are not other opportunities. “If your kid’s school doesn’t have a language enrichment program, ask for one!” suggests Martínez. “It’s an easy activity to start up with the school’s administration or Parent Teacher Organization.” There are in fact a variety of bilingual preschools and daycares available in Greater Cincinnati, but if this isn’t something you and your family can manage in your daily life, kids can absolutely learn at home and from their peers. It doesn’t have to be hour-long lessons from Rosetta Stone or daily classes. Make it simple and fun — play Spanish songs at home or introduce the language through play. “Incorporating toys, games and movies in a second language into a child’s daily life also helps to ensure a steady pace of learning,” Martínez explains. “It’s a common misconception that bilingualism is learned in a classroom. Taking classes is important — very important — but it’s only a piece of the puzzle. Kids need to regularly be immersed in a language on a daily basis to truly become bilingual.” A bilingual child care provider can help, too. Your child can learn

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more quickly with the “natural learning method,” and if you have family members or friends who speak the language, schedule some time together to have dinner or simply just to enjoy each other’s company — and talk! “Learning a language can be fun for kids,” assures Martínez. “Not every family has parents or extended family who can speak to the children in another language, but there are other ways to incorporate language into your child’s daily life.” Here are some other ways you can surround your kids with languages, according to Dixon and based on the book, Hola Mis Amigos, or Hello, My Friends: • HAVE A SPANISH GAME NIGHT: Games you can play include Spanish Bingo, Spanish Scrabble, Charades, etc. • NEW WORD OF THE DAY: Choose a daily word in the language to learn or even a phrase of the day. Use it in and out of the house when possible. • USE LABELS: Label objects around the house — clothing, food items in the kitchen and cabinets, etc. This helps with language retention. • VISIT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY: Our city has excellent libraries with bilingual books, CD’s and movies. Ask your librarian for recommendations on titles. • IMMERSE YOUR CHILD WITH CULTURE: Head to a cultural event such as one of the German Christmas markets in the winter, Salsa on the Square through September, or visit a Hispanic restaurant and point out words on the menu and their meaning. Amanda Hayward is editor of this magazine and a mom of two.

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Learning Languages Languages are available to your kids right here in our city. Check out these top places to get your kid started. Academy of Multilingual Immersion Studies (Cincinnati Public Schools) 1908 E Seymour Ave., Cincinnati amis.cps-k12.org A citywide magnet school that offers full and partial immersion language curriculum aimed at fluency in Spanish; also offers English as a Second Language (ESL) programs. Children’s Meeting House 927 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland cmhschool.com A private Montessori private school that offers weekly pre-k sessions in library, Spanish, nature and Singing Circle. Cincinnati Spanish Academy 816 Delta Ave., Cincinnati cincinnatispanishschool.com Offers small group classes for ages 3 and older. They partner with local schools such as Madeira City Schools and Wyoming City Schools to offer before-school and after-school language programs in Spanish, Chinese and French, to help facilitate the adoption of another language from an early age. Fairview-Clifton German Language School 3689 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati fairview.cps-k12.org A magnet school with a German-language-based curriculum and one of Cincinnati Public School’s topperforming schools. La Casita Learning Center 5641 Union Centre Drive, West Chester lacasitalearningcenter.com Provides Spanish immersion child care and preschool education. Roberts Paideia Academy 1702 Grand Ave., Cincinnati roberts.cps-k12.org A magnet school and Community Learning Center following the Paideia teaching method. Tri-State German-American Society Notre Dame Academy 1699 Hilton Drive, Park Hills tri-stategermanschool.org For students of all ages and all levels — meets at Notre Dame Academy on the weekends beginning in the fall. They also hold a variety of German events throughout the year. World of Spanish, LLC worldofspanishllc.com Offers classes at many preschools and school districts through after-school enrichment programs including schools in West Chester/Liberty Township, Kings Mills, South Lebanon, Milford, Batavia, Anderson Township and Cincinnati.

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lanning for a new baby is an exciting time in your life! Being in tune with your body and taking all of the necessary steps can make this milestone all the more special and gratifying.

PREPARING YOUR BODY Before you take the leap, your self care is vital to a healthy conception, pregnancy and can even increase your chances of getting pregnant. Begin by taking your prenatal vitamins.

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“The most important thing is to start a prenatal vitamin,” says Jenny Demos, D.O., an OB-GYN at The Christ Hospital. “Neural tube defects occur before most people even know that they’re pregnant, and folic acid in the prenatal vitamin helps prevent that.” It’s also essential to have an overall healthy lifestyle — stop smoking (including marijuana), stop drinking alcohol and taking drugs. A healthy lifestyle also means to maintain a healthy body weight or body mass index (BMI). These healthy changes can decrease the chances of stillbirth, gestational

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diabetes and other complications during your pregnancy. An unhealthy body weight may also decrease your chances of getting pregnant in the first place, according to Demos. “It can keep you from ovulating,” she explains. “Fat cells help to create estrogen, and too much estrogen can keep you from ovulating,” Demos adds. If you are someone who requires medications for health-related issues such as diabetes or high blood pressure, for example, it’s important to talk with your OB-GYN first

before trying to conceive. That way he can make sure you are optimized for pregnancy.

CONCEIVING We all know how to create a human being, but to actually understand your cycle, fertility and facts can help you along the way, plus decrease your chances of discouragement or frustration. Not everyone wants to keep track of their cycle and every little detail. However, if this is how you roll, take a deep breath and remember that this time it should be enjoyable. “I recommend having fun at first,” suggests Demos, “because it can take the romance out really quick if you’re desperately trying and trying to do it around your cycle.” Theoretically, day 14 is when you start to ovulate during your cycle. The best days to try are days 10, 12, 14 and 16. If you’re not a fan of numbers, there are other ways to track your cycle such as taking your basal body temperature each morning (BBT) or buying over-the-counter ovulation tests — which all tell you if you’re ovulating or not. Although a menstrual cycle lasts about 28 days, not all women ovulate the same and may experience irregular cycles, which makes it difficult to track. An irregular cycle means you may experience missed, early or late periods; it lasts more than eight days; or occurs more frequently than every 21 days. Often this isn’t something to worry about, but sometimes it can signal health complications. “If you’re not having regular cycles, you need to get in with your OB-GYN sooner rather than later,” says Demos. Irregular cycles can be as simple as decreasing your stress level. If you’re stressed, your body knows best, so find a way to eliminate the tension in your body. Try yoga or walking every morning. Increasing your chances of conceiving is related to your overall health, understanding your cycle, and most importantly, trying your very best to relax, have fun and embrace the adventure with your partner. “Enjoy the time and have fun. Because once there’s a baby,” Demos laughs, “that fun and spontaneity can go away.”

FERTILITY The chances of getting pregnant each month is 20 percent; and the chances of getting pregnant within one year, is 80 percent,

according to Demos. That being said, don’t get discouraged, most couples will get pregnant within a year. However, age plays a significant role in these numbers. If you’re younger than 35 and you’ve been trying for a year, older than 35 and trying for six months, or older than 40 and trying for three months, you will need to be evaluated and meet with your OB-GYN. If you experience irregular periods, don’t wait that long — go see your OB-GYN right away. It is not recommended to pursue any fertility treatments if you do not experience any issues. This can, first of all, become a huge expense that many insurance companies will not cover. Second, there is not a “yes” or “no” answer to fertility — it goes a bit deeper than that. “There are different things that you have to evaluate,” says Demos. “Are your fallopian tubes open, are the quality of your eggs good, are you ovulating, is your uterus in a good place for pregnancy — there are a lot of different things that go into it.” It’s not always the women who experience difficulties; your partner may need an evaluation, too. Many details come into play. If you experience fertility issues, then it’s time to talk to your doctor, and pursue treatment from there. “If the couple is being evaluated for infertility, the male will be asked to leave a sample for testing; women will do some lab work,” says Demos. If you still experience issues, oral medications may be prescribed to help you ovulate.

TRYING FOR ANOTHER If you recently had a baby and you want to try for another, take one step back and talk to your doctor first. In fact, doctors recommend you wait it out at least 12 - 18 months before trying to add another addition to the family. “Being pregnant takes a pretty big toll on your body,” says Demos. “And your uterus really needs to take that time to recover and heal after being pregnant, especially if you’ve had a C-section.” Even if you previously had a natural childbirth, it’s important to allow your body to heal. If you’re at an advanced maternal age or older than 40, talk with your doctor before trying to conceive again. Amanda Hayward is editor of this magazine and a mom of two.

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Apps to Help You

STAY ON TRACK Check out these apps (some are free!) to help track your cycle and fertility. Fertility Friend: Tracks your cycle and tells you when you’re ovulating. Glow: Menstrual and ovulation calculator. Also has a BBT chart that records your period dates, mood, symptoms and more. Kindara: Based on the fertility awareness method, this app is an ovulation calculator with a BBT chart and period calendar. Ovia Fertility: Supports women with irregular periods and syncs with the Health app; plus tracks your period dates, mood, symptoms and more. Clue: Tracks cramps, emotions, skin, hair, sleep, sex, pain, moods, cervical fluid and more. Period Tracker: Tracks ovulation, period, PMS symptoms and more.

Online Resources Local resources to help you if you and your partner experience fertility issues. Spring Creek Fertility springcreekfertility.com Provides fertility clinic experience for families in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. Institute for Reproductive Health cincinnatifertility.com Specializes in complete care for those who struggle with fertility. Parental Hope parentalhope.org Helps raise infertility awareness, and provides emotional and financial support for couples who struggle with infertility. UC Health uchealth.com/fertility Offer The Center for Reproductive Health, the only comprehensive patient care and research center that focuses on fertility in the Greater Cincinnati area.

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WHAT IF MY CHILD DOES NOT GO TO COLLEGE OR HE GETS A SCHOLARSHIP? You are able to use the money on unqualified/non-college expenses; however it is then subject to income tax and a 10 percent penalty on earnings. You can also change the beneficiary of a 529 plan to a sibling, for example.

WHAT IF I MOVE? If you invest in an Ohio 529 plan and you move or if your child decides to attend an out-of-state college, the funds can still be used to cover those college expenses. Multiple states offer 529 plans and you don’t have to use the plan based in your state. Ohio’s 529 plan is routinely ranked as one of the better plans across the country, and there are some tax advantages with using it for Ohio residents.

WHEN SHOULD I START? You may feel like right now is just not a good time however, before you know it, your child will be off to college. You can start a 529 savings plan with as little as $25 a month and anyone can contribute to the plan. If you feel like your house is bursting at the seams with toys, ask family and friends to contribute to the plan for the holidays. It’s the gift that keeps on giving! Tina Pratt is the mom of two and is a behavior coach.

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927 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland 513-683-4757 cmhschool.com Children’s Meeting House fosters the development of the whole child by implementing the philosophy and curriculum of Dr. Maria Montessori, using the abundant natural resources of our seven-acre campus. Voted Best Preschool by the readers of Cincinnati Family magazine.

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Featuring: • Petting zoo with the opportunity to feed the animals • Farmer's market • Wagon rides • Samples of open hearth cooking • Tours of the 1874 AmishMennonite Augspurger Home • And MORE!

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SEPTEMBER

BY AMANDA CIANI

THINGS TO DO

Fall kicks into gear this month beginning with Country Pumpkins Fall Festival!

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Dress up as super heroes for family fun nights at Pioneer Park.

Cincinnati Ballet Academy’s open house.

all fun for the whole family:

1835 Sherman Mount Zion,

u-pick pumpkins, a pumpkin

Dry Ridge; 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.;

launcher, hayrides, barrel

some activities require a small

train rides, a corn maze,

fee, see website for details.

corn boxes, farm animals and

Call 859-905-9656 or visit

more. Country Pumpkins Farm,

countrypumpkinsky.com.

EDUCATION IS EVERYWHERE! See where you can take your child to learn something new.

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SPOTLIGHT Enjoy lots of pizza during Slice Night 2019.

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FREE BOOKSTORE BINGO

Make friends, play Bingo and win prizes every Sunday in September. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2791 Town Center Blvd., Crestview Hills; 2 p.m.; 859-912-7860 or josephbeth.com.

FREE CURIOUS GEORGE AT CONEY ISLAND

Have a big adventure with brand-new friends during this Curious George event; enjoy activities, books, a special screener and a chance to meet with George at 1:30, 2:30 and 4:30 p.m. Moonlite Gardens at Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati; 1:30 p.m.; 513-2328230 or coneyislandpark.com.

EVERYTHING THOMAS

Engineers, chug on into EnterTRAINment Junction to celebrate everyone’s favorite locomotive, Thomas the Train! Enjoy Thomas-themed train layouts, videos, scavenger hunts, coloring and crafts. Take a ride on the kids’ train and find a

FIND SEPTEMBER EVENTS REQUIRING ADVANCE REGISTRATION ONLINE. Thomas toy to take home; all Thomas & Friends’ merchandise is 15 - 50 percent off in the gift store. EnterTRAINment Junction, 7379 Squire Court, West Chester; 12 - 6 p.m.; $14.95 adults, $11.95 seniors, $11.95 ages 3 12, free for members and ages 2 and younger; 513-898-8000 or entertrainmentjunction.com.

$10.50 children, free for members; 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.

FREE THE AMAZING RACE

Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 2 - 2:30 p.m.; program included with Discovery Pass admission ($14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 children, free for members); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.

Happy Labor Day!

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SUPER SPROUTS

CONNECT

Get little ones excited for art with this 30-minute class in the Rosenthal Education Center. Young artists hear artthemed stories, sing songs and explore the world around them through sensory activities. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

mon 2 Little one’s can stop by the museum to create a masterpiece each week as they make friends and develop fine motor skills. This program is available on Mondays and Thursdays with a new theme offered each week. Cincinnati Museum Center-Duke Energy Children’s Museum, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; program included with Discovery Pass admission, $14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors,

Decipher clues and solve challenges to complete this around-the-park family adventure. Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mount Hope Road, Harrison; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513521-7275 or greatparks.org.

How do humans fit into nature’s puzzle? Learn about relationships among people, plants and animals with fun daily programs (Tue - Sat). Glenwood Gardens/Highfield Discovery Garden, 10397 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati; 10:45 a.m.; program included in Highfield admission, $5 per person; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-771-8733 or greatparks.org.

FREE KIMONO: REFASHIONING CONTEMPORARY STYLE

Discover kimonos from various eras, made by designers like Coco Chanel, Christian Louboutin, John Galliano and more. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; 513369-2954 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

SEPTEMBER NO SCHOOL DAY CAMP AT PERFECTION GYMNASTICS

No school? No problem. Kids can spend the day at Perfection Gymnastics with friends playing games, making crafts, doing gymnastics and so much more. Perfection Gymnastics, 5637 Union Center Drive, West Chester; $70 full-day (8 a.m. - 4 p.m.), $40 half-day (8 - 11:45 a.m. or 12:15 - 4 p.m.); children must be at least 4 and potty trained. Pre-registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome based on availability; 513-860-3351 or perfectiongymnastics. com.

SPOTLIGHT

FREE SNACK ‘N’ CRAFT

FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHTS: PRINCESS & SUPERHERO Thursday, Sept. 5

ear a cape or a tiara for this family fun night of giant board games, crafts, scavenger hunts and more. Pioneer Park, Shelterhouse 1, 3952 Madison Pike, Covington; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; non-perishable items will be collected for Be Concerned, a local non-profit. Call 859-5257529 or visit bit.ly/kcparksandrec. 30

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Sing songs, hear stories, make a craft and enjoy a tasty snack. JosephBeth Booksellers, 2785 Dixie Hwy., Crestview Hills; 11:30 a.m.; 859-9127860 or josephbeth.com.

wed 4 CRAZY CREATURES

Celebrate National Wildlife Day and test your animal knowledge as you identify unique animals. Cincinnati

“Where Every Family Matters.”

FREE REC READS

thu 5 Happy Cheese Pizza Day! FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHTS: PRINCESS & SUPERHERO

Please see “Spotlight” on this page for details.

SPECIAL NEEDS NIGHT AT LAZER KRAZE

The first Thursday of each month, players with special needs may bring a friend for free. Lazer Kraze Erlanger, 1339 Donaldson Hwy., Erlanger; 4 p.m.; $8 per laser mission, $9.50 half-an-hour jump time, $14 one-hour jump time; 859-371-5729 or lazerkraze.com.

FREE SUMMER MUSIC ON THE LEVEE

Gather the family and head to Newport on the Levee for the final free concert of the summer series. Newport on the Levee, 1 Levee Way, Newport; 7 - 10 p.m.; 859-291-0550 or newportonthelevee. com.

TAFT JR. ANIMAL POWER

Learn about different types of animals, hear a story about how people can act like animals and create a paper bag animal puppet. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St. Cincinnati; 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; program included with admission ($12 adults, $10 seniors, free for children and members); 513684-4517 or taftmuseum.org.

fri 6 Happy National Read a Book Day! (please turn the page)

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PRIVATE SCHOOL FAIR Admission to the fair is FREE!

Where? When? TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1 6 P.M. - 8 P.M. sponsored by:

ATTENTION SCHOOLS & EDUCATIONAL SERVICES! You’re invited to reserve a booth at the fair! For more info call 513-252-0077 ext.102

ENGAGED

even Hills curriculum will push you as much as it will empower you. With each grade, you gain more autonomy—and accountability—in choosing your path. At Seven Hills, your education is just that: yours.

NEW AFFORDABILITY INITIATIVE LEARN MORE AT 7HILLS.ORG/AFFORDING

ADMISSION EVENT for GRADES 6-12

Oct. 20, 2019 12:30-2:30 p.m. Hillsdale Campus 7hills.org/welcome

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ADMISSION EVENTS for AGE 2 -GRADE 5

Nov. 5, 2019 9 a.m. Hillsdale Campus Nov. 6, 2019 9 a.m. Doherty Campus

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Make dino-mite discoveries and enjoy a book all about dinosaurs to celebrate National Read A Book Day. Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 3:30 - 4 p.m.; program included with Discovery Pass admission ($14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 children, free for members); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.

FREE FORT BUILDING NIGHT

Gather around the “campfire” for a s’mores-inspired snack and a fun story, then build a fort with the whole family. BCPL Main Branch, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington; 6 p.m.; 859-3422665 or bcpl.org.

FREE MOVIES IN THE PARK: CHARLOTTE’S WEB

Pack some snacks, a picnic blanket, a couple of lawn chairs and bring the whole family to see this adorable movie at the park and in the dark. Rentschler Forest MetroPark, 5701 Reigart Road, Hamilton; 8 - 10:30 p.m.; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.

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FREE COUNTRY PUMPKINS FALL FESTIVAL

Please see “Things to Do” opener on page 29 for details.

FREE ELEPHANT & PIGGY PARTY

Celebrate Elephant and Piggy as you read or act out stories, make crafts, play games and have snacks. North Central Branch, 11109 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati; 2 - 3 p.m.; 513-369-6068 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE FORT THOMAS TOUCH-A-TRUCK

Investigate big trucks and vehicles up close and meet the community service leaders who drive them. Tower Park, 900 S. Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; ftthomas.org.

FREE MAKE & TAKE DAY

Make a fun bookstore craft to take home. This month, learn how to make mini paper airplanes. Joseph-Beth Booksellers

in Crestview Hills, 2785 Dixie Hwy., Crestview Hills; 2 p.m.; 859-912-7860 or josephbeth.com.

FREE TEDDY BEAR DAY AT THE PARK

Bring a bear and enjoy a bear-y fun day at the park with stories, crafts, songs, games and even a teddy bear march parade. Lincoln Ridge Park, Shelterhouse 2, 420 Independence Station Road, Independence; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; bring a teddy bear to donate to local police and children’s organizations; 859-5257529 or bit.ly/kcparksandrec.

FREE WEEKEND IN 1800S

Visit a cabin, schoolhouse and meet friends from the Society of Northwest Longhunters as you see history come to life. Shawnee Lookout, 2008 Lawrenceburg, North Bend; 2 - 6 p.m.; some crafts have a small fee; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks. org.

sun 8 Happy Grandparent’s Day! FREE CINCINNATI BALLET OTTO M. BUDIG ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE

Please see “Spotlight” on this page for details.

FREE FAMILY ART ADVENTURES

Explore the Taft galleries as you learn about early 1900s posters. Discover how color printing changed poster design, then get creative as you make an animal-themed advertisement and draw faces in the style of artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St. Cincinnati; 1 p.m.; reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome; 513241-0343 or taftmuseum.org.

SPOTLIGHT

FREE FUN ON THE FARM

FREE CINCINNATI BALLET OTTO M. BUDIG ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Sept. 8

ance the day away during this open house that features trial classes, performances, crafts, activities and more. Cincinnati Ballet Otto M. Budig Academy, 1555 Central Pkwy., Cincinnati; 12 p.m. Call 513-562-1111 or visit cballet. org/academy. 32

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See what life is like down on the farm — feed the petting zoo animals, go on a wagon ride, taste a sample of open hearth cooking, tour the 1874 AmishMennonite Augspurger Home and more. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 12 - 4 p.m.; a valid vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

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mon 9 Happy Teddy Bear Day!

FREE HOMETOWN HEROS WEEK

To honor those who protect and serve the community, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden offers free admission to all active fire and police personnel during the week of 9/11. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St. Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; must present a valid ID; 50 percent discount tickets available for up to six family members at ticket window; 513-2814700 or cincinnatizoo.org.

FREE PIRATE CHALLENGE

Go on a treasure hunt at the library, locate treasure and make a getaway. Argh! Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch, 1000 Highland Ave., Newport; 4 p.m.; 859-572-5033 or cc-pl.org.

tue 10 ROCKIN’ TOTS

Toddlers 6 and younger bounce and play the mornings away Mon - Fri from 9 - 11 a.m. and Sat from 8 - 10 a.m. Rockin’ Jump Cincinnati, 8350 Colerain Ave., Groesbeck; $12 for two hours of jump time, $9 each additional parent, $3 each additional child; 513-4492968 or rockinjump.com/cincinnati.

FREE STORY TIME AT KING ARTHUR’S COURT

Spend Tuesday mornings with fun stories and free popcorn — free coffee for the grown-ups, too. King Arthur’s Court Toys, 3040 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; 513-531-4600 or kingarthurstoys. com.

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FREE CHIPPIE’S SENSATIONAL SCIENCE LABS: ON TOUR AT FR. HANSES PARK

Partake in some pop-up science fun at the park. Fr. Hanses Park, Covington; 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

daily listings FREE MUSIC AND MOVEMENT STORY TIME

Move and groove with this interactive musical story time. Ages 2 - 5 develop a love of books as they read and play with friends during this weekly program. Blue Manatee Literacy Project & Bookstore, 3094 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 10 - 10:30 a.m.; donations accepted; suggested donation $2; 513257-0774 or bluemanatee.org.

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FREE DAVID SHANNON PRESENTS: MR. NOGGINBODY GETS A HAMMER

Spend an evening with David Shannon, creator of the Caldecott-winning, No, David! and dozens of other beloved books for children. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2791 Town Center Blvd., Crestview Hills; 6 p.m.; 859-912-7860 or josephbeth.com.

FREE EXPLORATION STATION: FALL CELEBRATION

Learn and play with sensory tubs, a water table, discovery bottles and more as you explore autumn. Newport Branch, East 6th St. Cincinnati; 5 - 7 p.m.; 859-572-5035 or cc-pl.org.

FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHTS: WACKY GAME NIGHT

FREE MOVIES IN THE PARKS: THE INCREDIBLES 2

Pack some popcorn and head to the park for a fun movie night featuring an incredible family. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 8 - 10:30 p.m.; a valid vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks. net.

FREE SENSORY STORIES AND PLAY

Children with sensory sensitivities enjoy gentle stories, songs and rhymes at the library. BCPL Main, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington; 10 a.m.; 859-3422665 or bcpl.org.

sat 14 BIG HERO HULK OUT

Celebrate first responders and cheer on the Black-N-Bluegrass Roller Derby — kids can dress up as first responders and real-life heroes, too. This event benefits the Cincinnati Fire Foundation. Hits Sportsplex, 3785 Lake Park Drive, Covington; 5 - 9:30 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 first responders with ID, $5 ages 7 - 15, free for ages 6 and younger; 859-740-8758 or nkyrollerderby.com.

DR. SEUSS PARENT’S NIGHT OUT

Take family game night to the park with giant board games, crafts, scavenger hunts and Olympic Games. MiddletonMills Park, 3425 Mills Road, Covington; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; non-perishable items will be collected for Be Concerned, a local non-profit; 859-525-7529 or bit. ly/kcparksandrec.

Parents, need a night out? Kids can enjoy a Dr. Seuss-themed evening including crafts, games, cheese pizza for dinner and lots of fun with friends. Perfection Gymnastics, 5637 Union Center Drive, West Chester; 6 - 10 p.m.; $30 first child, $20 each additional child; must be 4 and potty trained to attend; 513860-3351 or perfectiongymnastics.com.

FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: FOSSIL FUN

FREE FAMILY COLORING PARTY!

Learn about the animals and plants that used to live in Cincinnati with a fun fossil dig and volcano activity. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; a valid vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

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FREE FRESHART ARTISTS AT WORK

Watch as dozens of artists create astonishing works of art for the freshART auction and gala. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 12 p.m.; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

Celebrate National Coloring Day at the library with coloring pages, crayons and a snack. Greenhills Branch, 8 Enfield St. Cincinnati; 2 - 4 p.m.; 513-369-4441 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE LIBRARY DISC GOLF

Who has the best aim? Bring the family to throw a frisbee around a library disc golf course. Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch, 1000 Highland Ave., Newport; 1 p.m.; 859-572-5033 or cc-pl.org.

FREE LIVE! ON THE PLAZA

Saturdays through Sept. 28, head to the Clifton Plaza for a free familyfriendly concert. See website for band lineup. Clifton Plaza, 333 Ludlow Ave., Cincinnati; 7 - 10 p.m.; 513-497-2860 or cliftonculturalarts.org.

FREE MADE IT!

Browse aisles of unique hand-crafted wares from local artists and socially conscious businesses, hosted by the Habitat for Humanity and The Social Enterprise Alliance. 611 Shepherd Drive, Cincinnati; 3 - 9 p.m.; $50+ VIP tickets; 513-482-5651 or habitatcincinnati.org.

FREE NATURE FUN HUNT

Seek out nature to make discoveries during this fun treasure hunt; turn in completed sheet for a prize. Woodland Mound, Seasongood Nature Center, 8250 Old Kellogg Road, Cincinnati; 1 - 4 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

SCOPEOUT 2019

Love gazing at the sky? See the coolest telescopes in the tri-state from 6 - 8 p.m., then from 8 - 10 p.m., join dozens of astronomers as they put their telescopes to good use and check out the night sky. Be sure to visit the observatory’s massive telescopes to get a peek at the planets (weather permitting). Cincinnati Observatory, 3489 Observatory Place, Cincinnati; 6 - 10 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 children, free for observatory members; 513-321-5186 or cincinnatiobservatory. com.

FREE TEACHER SUPPLY SWAP & YART SALE

Join the Newport Branch for their first Teacher Supply Swap, where teachers can pick up items for their classrooms such as binders, art supplies and plastic bins. While there, check out the YART sale where dozens of local artists sell their wares at affordable prices ($30 or less!). Newport Branch, 901 East 6th St. Newport; 11 a.m.; YART items available for sale, food vendors on-site sell tasty treats; 859-572-5035 or cc-pl. org.

FREE WUMP MUCKETS PUPPETS SHOW: SPACE IS THE PLACE

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 with outer space fun; this out-of-this-world show includes the tale of a space princess who must stop star pirates. Northside Branch Library, 4219 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati; 3 - 4 p.m.; 513-369-4449 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

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FREE 3RD SUNDAY FUNDAY: BLINK BONANZA

Explore the magic of light in preparation of BLINK Cincinnati. Learn about light and transparency at the Art Cart, make a paper lantern for the parade and become a lit-up work of art during an interactive performance by Lindsey Whittle and Pones, INC at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St. Cincinnati; 1 - 4 p.m.; 513-6844517 or taftmuseum.org.

FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: SUNFLOWER SUPREME

Learn about sunflowers, make a craft, say hello to the farm animals and enjoy a tasty snack during this sunny program. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 2 - 4 p.m.; a valid vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

FREE THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF PICTURE BOOK ART: NOISY NORA COMES TO CINCINNATI

View original watercolor artwork from the book, Noisy Nora, then meet the author of the book, Rosemary Wells, as she presents and signs her book. Main Library, Children’s Learning Center, 800 Vine St. Cincinnati; 2 - 3 p.m.; 513369-6900 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

mon 16 Happy National Play Doh Day! FREE LOCKER BUDDIES CRAFT

Kids create a cool new pal to “stick” around their lockers — artsy, fun magnets. Hyde Park Branch, 2747 Erie Ave., Cincinnati; 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.; 513-369-4456 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

Play and create with play dough during National Play Doh Day.

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FREE KIDS’ STORY TIME

Every day at 11 a.m., little ones come to sing, dance and hear stories. Joseph-Beth Booksellers Crestview Hills, 2785 Dixie Hwy., Crestview Hills; 11 a.m.; 859-9127860 or josephbeth.com.

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FREE RANDALL MUNROE PRESENTS HOW TO: ABSURD SCIENTIFIC ADVICE FOR COMMON REAL-WORLD PROBLEMS

FREE STORY TIME WITH MS. ERIN

Ms. Erin loves to bring books to life for little ones. Head to Blue Manatee Tuesdays and Thursdays as she shares her favorite stories with toddlers. Blue Manatee Literacy Project & Bookstore, 3094 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 10 - 10:30 a.m.; donations accepted; suggested donation $2; 513247-0554 or bluemanatee.org.

YOGA AFTER WORK

Reduce stress, increase awareness and learn to be comfortable both on and off the mat — beginners and newcomers are welcome. Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road, Cincinnati; 5:30 p.m.; $10 class, payable at the door; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

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FREE JOSEPH-BETH STORY TIME

Enjoy daily story times at 11 a.m. that feature interactive songs, beloved children’s books and more. Joseph Beth Booksellers, 2962 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; 513396-8960 or josephbeth.com.

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FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHT: THE LION KING

Head to the library with the family to watch The Lion King, make themed crafts, play games and eat tasty snacks. Newport Branch, 901 East 6th St. Newport; 6:30 8:30 p.m.; 859-572-5035 or cc-pl.org.

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Author Randall Munroe discusses his latest book, How to: Absurd Scientific Advice for Common Real-World Problems, with Cincinnati Observatory Astronomer, Dean Regas. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2682 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 7 p.m.; tickets are free with the purchase or pre-order of the book from Joseph-Beth Booksellers; 513-3968960 or josephbeth.com.

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CINCINNATI ZOO

Learn about all the animals and their families at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Photo by Erica Hill.

ravel around the tri-state and learn something new at one of these great educational attractions:

Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Road Covington, Kentucky 859-491-4003 | bcmuseum.org Learn all about Northern Kentucky’s rich history. Cincinnati Fire Museum 315 West Court St., Cincinnati, Ohio 513-621-5553 | cincyfiremuseum.org Gain an understanding of fire safety and an appreciation of Cincinnati’s fire fighting history. Cincinnati Museum Center 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 513-287-7000 | cincymuseum.org Explore three museums or take in an educational film at the OMNIMAX. Cincinnati Observatory 3489 Observatory Pl., Cincinnati, Ohio 513-321-5186 cincinnatiobservatory.org Here, learning is out-of-this-world; check out an educational program and tour the historic buildings. “Where Every Family Matters.”

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 513-287-4700 | cincinnatizoo.org Meet tons of animal friends and learn all about them, including where they live, what they eat and so much more. Newport Aquarium 1 Aquarium Way, Newport, Kentucky 800-406-3474 newportaquarium.com Discover an underwater world filled with fish, sharks, turtles and more.

ART EDUCATION

Browse the collections, gain some culture and have a great time! Cincinnati Art Museum 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 513-721-2787 cincinnnatiartmuseum.org Contemporary Arts Center 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati, Ohio 513-245-8400 contemporaryartscenter.org Taft Museum of Art 316 Pike St., Cincinnati, Ohio 513-241-0343 | taftmuseum.org

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FIND SEPTEMBER EVENTS REQUIRING ADVANCE REGISTRATION ONLINE. FREE NATURE NIGHT: BONFIRE BASH

Bring s’mores ingredients to toast in the campfire, then enjoy stories, fireside songs and even a visit from some animal friends. Embshoff Woods/River Mount Pavilion Shelter, 4050 Paul Road, Cincinnati; 6:30 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: LET’S TAKE A SPIN

Where did the nursery rhyme “Pop Goes the Weasel” come from? Find out and learn more as you see animals and explore crops the farmers grew for sewing and material through hands-on activities, a snack and a craft. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; a valid vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

WEE WONDER ABOUT APPLES

Learn all about delicious and nutritious apples through activities, a craft and story. Sharon Woods/Sharon Centre, 11450 Lebanon Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; $7.50 per child, payable at the door; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

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FREE CINEMA AT STANBERY, THE LEGO MOVIE 2: THE SECOND PART

Head to the park after dark to watch Emmet, Lucy and Batman in their second big screen adventure. Stanbery Park, 2221 Oxford Ave., Cincinnati; 8:30 10 p.m.; stanberypark.com.

FREE OKTOBERFEST ZINZINNATI

Spend the weekend at a quintessential Cincinnati event! Dine on delicacies like metts, sauerkraut and creme puffs, enjoy live music, bust out some dance moves (including the chicken dance!), watch the infamous weiner dog race, observe the World Brat Eating Championship (featuring world-renowned “eater,” Joey Chestnut) and more. Downtown Cincinnati, Second St. East, Cincinnati; Sept. 20 - 21 from 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; food and drink available for purchase; oktoberfestzinzinnati.org.

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FREE CRESTVIEW HILLS FARMER’S MARKET

Stop by every Saturday during the summer to shop for fresh produce and treats from local farms and artisans. Crestview Hills Town Center, 2791 Town Center Blvd., Crestview Hills; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

FREE FALL FESTIVAL AT BCPL

Celebrate the start of autumn with games, the Sunrock Farm petting zoo and refreshments. Walton Branch, 21 S. Main St. Walton; 2 - 4 p.m.; 859-3422665 or bcpl.org.

FIRE UP THE NIGHT

Say good-bye to summer with fireworks, classic rides, food trucks, drinks and great music. The 8th annual firework competition at Coney Island features firework teams from all around the globe competing for best blasts bragging rights. The night caps off with a Rozzi’s finale show over Lake Como. Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati; 2 p.m.; $25 per carload, paid upon entrance; parking $10 before 2 p.m. and $15 after 2 p.m.; 513-232-8230 or coneyislandpark.com.

FREE GOT MILK DAY AT COUNTRY PUMPKINS

Celebrate Got Milk Day as you watch cow milking demonstrations, bottle feed a baby calf and meet a farmer. The first 100 guests receive free chocolate milk. Guests can also enjoy the Fall Festival (small fees apply, see website for details) with hayrides, u-pick pumpkins, farm animals, barrel train rides, a corn maze and more. Country Pumpkins Farm, 1835 Sherman Mount Zion, Dry Ridge; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 859-905-9656 or countrypumpkinsky.com.

MONARCH FESTIVAL

6 - 10 p.m.; food and drink available for purchase; 513-357-2604 or cincinnatiparks.com.

FREE SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINE MUSEUM DAY

Head to smithsonian.com to download a free BCM ticket. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 859-4914003 or bcmuseum.org.

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FREE HARPER QUILT SHOW

Drop in to enjoy the skill and art the local River City Guild uses to create Harperinspired quilts. Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve/Ellenwood Nature Barn, 3455 Poole Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

PAWPAW ICE CREAM

Use Ohio’s official state native fruit (the pawpaw) to create some delicious ice cream. Sharon Woods/Sharon Centre, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville; 1 p.m.; $3 per person; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: AWESOME ASTERS

Learn about flowers with crafts, handson activities and a snack. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 2 - 4 p.m.; a valid vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

mon 23 Autumn Equinox: Happy First Day of Fall!

Join the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden as it celebrates its inaugural Monarch Festival that honors nature’s perfect pollinators. Enjoy educational booths and activities, tag and release a monarch, and participate in a pollinator parade. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St. Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; included in regular zoo admission (see website for ticket pricing); 513-281-7400 or cincinnatizoo.org.

Happy belated Hobbit Day (Sept. 22) — celebrate the day as you craft adorable hobbit feet. Hyde Park Branch Library, 2747 Erie Ave., Cincinnati; 3 - 3:45 p.m.; 513-369-4456 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE SAWYER POINT SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

FREE STORY TIME AT THE PARK

Have a rockin’ good time with a free concert with the family. See website for lineup. P&G Stage at Sawyer Point, 705 East Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati;

FREE DAY AFTER HOBBIT DAY CRAFT

Midpointe Library System and Liberty Township join together to create a fun and educational opportunity for families. Story time at the park features 20-minute

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story times with visits from the “Library on Wheels” bookmobile on certain dates (see website for details). Reserves Park, 5119 Grandin Ridge Drive; 10 a.m.; 513-759-7500 or liberty-township.com.

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FREE CHOP IT LIKE IT’S HOT!

Come hungry and create some delicious, healthy snacks. Bon appetit! Oakley Branch Library, 4033 Gilmore Ave., Cincinnati; 3 - 4 p.m.; 513-369-6038 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

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FREE ALTAB: ANDERSON LIBRARY TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

Teens, help plan library events and displays, contribute to a monthly newsletter and spend time with friends. Anderson Branch Library, 7450 State Road, Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-3696030 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE CANDACE GANGER PRESENTS SIX GOODBYES WE NEVER SAID

Spend an evening with Candance Ganger as she discusses her latest book. Joseph-Beth Bookseller, 2692 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 7 p.m.; 513-3968960 or josephbeth.com.

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FREE FALL CARNIVAL

Celebrate autumn with games, prizes, crafts and snacks. Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch, 1000 Highland Ave., Newport; 11 a.m.; 859-572-5033 or cc-pl.org.

FREE JOHNNY APPLESEED DAY

Hear apple-themed stories, create crafts and enjoy a-peeling crafts during this fun American legend program. BCPL Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron; 4:30 p.m.; 859-3422665 or bcpl.org.

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daily listings FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: SPIDERS ARE OUR FRIENDS

The itsy, bitsy spider is the star of this program. Learn all about these fascinating eight-legged friends and how they help the farm through hands-on activities, a craft and a snack. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; a valid vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

SLICE NIGHT 2019

Please see “Spotlight” on this page for details.

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FREE ANIMAL TALES

Nature has many stories to tell, hear one of them during this nature-themed story time. Woodland Mound, Seasongood Nature Center, 8250 Old Kellogg Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

sat 28 17TH ANNUAL ART FAIR

Roam more than 300 acres, and discover more than 60 remarkable sculptures at Pyramid Hill, then enjoy the 17th Annual Art Fair, which boasts more than 70 unique artist booths, food vendors, live music and family-fun activities. Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton; Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 29 from 12 - 5 p.m.; $7 per carload; 513868-1234 or pyramidhill.org.

FREE ADVENTURE TIME AT THE SUMMIT CENTER

See what the new nature center in Roselawn is all about — families can meet animals, create crafts, play games and even participate in rock climbing. Summit Center, 1580 Summit Road, Cincinnati; 12 - 3 p.m.; greatparks.org.

FREE FAMILY FESTIVAL: JUST GLOW WITH IT

BLINK is back! Get ready to light up

the night as you create unique works of glow art, experiment with shadow play and create wearable light-up sculptures. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St. Cincinnati; 12 - 3 p.m.; 513-3458400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

Center, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 2 - 2:30 p.m.; program included with Discovery Pass admission ($14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 children, free for members); 513-2877000 or cincinnatimuseum.org.

FREE LATINO PICNIC

FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: ABC’S

Listen to fabuloso music, dance, make crafts and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 4 - 8 p.m.; food and drink available for purchase from La Mexicana; 859-4914003 or bcmuseum.org.

FREE MERCHANTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL

Discover great bands with the family and be sure to stick around for headliner Andrew McMahon. Tower Park, 900 S. Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas; 1 p.m. - 12 a.m.; food and drinks available for purchase; facebook.com/ events/2238530266463214.

FREE PAINT POURING FOR KIDS

Create a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork by pouring acrylic paints on a canvas. Greenhills Branch Library, 8 Enfield St. Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513369-4441 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

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FREE GREAT OUTDOOR WEEKEND: AMAZING ANIMALS

Learn about many of Ohio’s native amazing animals and the habitats they live in. During the first hour of the program, meet native animal ambassadors; during the second hour, explore different habitats, such as ponds, prairies and woodlands. Forest Run MetroPark Timberman Ridge, 1976 Timberman Road, Hamilton; 12 - 2 p.m.; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

FREE HIKE DOE RUN!

SPOTLIGHT SLICE NIGHT 2019 Thursday, Sept. 26

ample pizza from 16 local pizzerias while supporting the University of Cincinnati Cancer Institute during this delicious night out. Yeatman’s Cove, 705 East Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati; 5 - 9 p.m.; $20 adult door tickets, $15 adult advance registration, $5 children’s tickets. Learn more at foundation.uc.edu/slicenight. 36

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Enjoy the great outdoors with a hike at Doe Run Lake. This guided hike covers hilly, wooded, possibly wet and muddy terrain. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended. Doe Run Lake, 1501 Bullock Pen Road, Covington; 2 - 5 p.m.; non-perishable items will be collected for Be Concerned, a local non-profit; 859-525-7529 or bit.ly/ kcparksandrec.

SAVE THE CAVES

Celebrate Great Outdoor Weekend as you explore Cincinnati Museum Center’s replica limestone cave, then learn how to help take care of these incredible natural features. Cincinnati Museum

“Where Every Family Matters.”

Through hands-on activities and a craft, learn about farm life while as you learn the letters of the alphabet. A snack is provided. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 2 - 4 p.m.; a valid parking permit is required to enter the park; 513867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

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FREE M&M SCIENCE

Who knew science could be tasty? Come to the library to do experiments and activities using M&M’s. Yum! Elmwood Place Branch Library, 6120 Vine St. Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513369-4452 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

FREE SUFFRAGETTE’S: WITH LIBERTY AND VOTING FOR ALL

Through story and song, experience the empowering history of the brave women who made triumphant strides through sacrifice and determination. Presented by TCT On Tour: A Division of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. Ideal for students in grades 3 - 8. Westwood Branch Library, 3345 Epworth Ave., Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-369-4474 or cincinnatilibrary.org.

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Celebrate the rich culture that exists in our home town with world fare foods, music, displays, cultural demonstrations and more. Fountain Square | Friday, September 13, 2019 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

WELCOMING WEEK

Here for the entire community, regardless of ability, age, ethnicity, or income level

At the YMCA, anyone and everyone is welcome. Welcoming Week reaffirms our belief that communities are stronger and more cohesive when everyone feels welcome and we work together for the common good. We invite you to join us for a day to see what we are talking about. Try the Y for a free visit September 13-22, 2019

Visit MyY.org for participating Greater Cincinnati locations.

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