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FEATURES
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editor's note
When kids say "no."
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Parents reveal how they bond with their kids, and this month's giveaways!
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nky news
Boone County Library's Childhood Festival ... Newport Aquarium's Coral Camp ... staycations and minications to help rock your spring break.
12 kids' health
Why it's important for you to learn CPR.
It's boring to be so busy all of the time or to always be on your tech. Your kids are getting older — it's time to slow down and enjoy your time together.
17 EXPECTING: EAT THIS, DON'T EAT THAT It's confusing at best to know what's safe to eat during pregnancy these days. We help you figure it out.
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WHEN KIDS SAY “NO.”
remember the first time I wanted so badly to sign up for a school team. I was in second grade and the new kid in class. I heard the loud speaker announce there were only two more days left for cheerleading tryouts. “Nah,” I thought to myself. Until I turned around and saw my best friend bouncing up and down, gathering her poms-poms. “Wow! That looks like fun! I want to do that!” As soon as I got home that day, I darted off the school bus and ran up to my mom; I told her I wanted to tryout. She signed me up. I only had one day to learn the routine, and then I was there. My tryout number was ‘0.’ My mom and I stood in the hallway, patiently waiting for the coach to read off the numbers that made the cut. The last number they called off was mine! Me! I did it! We jumped for joy, and 10 years down the road, I was still going strong. It’s astonishing how a memory can so strongly stick with a kid from such a young age. You remember why you loved something or someone so much. You remember those little things that meant the most. It’s important that we take that to heart. Kids are smart, and they know what they want. It’s not about what we want. I do my best to never make my kids do things they don’t want to do. I try giving them options. I ask, “William, do you want to play soccer this year?” My head spinning, hoping he says “yes!” It does hurt when they give you the dreaded, “no” and start stomping around the kitchen like a boss. Then what do you do? What can we do? Say we sign them up anyway, fingers crossed hoping they will change their little minds, since that’s what kids do. You show up to the soccer field just to have your screaming kid holding onto you for dear life, begging not to go onto the field. Midway through the game, they are picking dandelions. So we ask ourselves, is this really worth it? We want our kids to remember good things about their childhood like their best friends and their favorite family vacation. The same goes for sports and activities they get involved with. We want to see them love it, and honestly, parents want to love it, too. Kids need a break just as adults do. Whether it be stubbornness or a hard, “no,” we should try to listen and understand why. After all, there is always next year. After years of trial and error, my now 7-year-old finally came to me and asked, “Mommy, can I play soccer this year?” So I signed him up.
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FAMILY FUN TIME What’s your family’s favorite thing to do together?
“In warm weather, we like to go to downtown Loveland for dinner, ice cream, and a walk down the bike path to the playground and river.”
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— Heather Lyn Bersaglia “In cooler seasons, we roast marshmallows, have Spotify singoffs, play board games or Wii, and have movie nights. During warm weather we are outside! We go camping, go on nature hikes, go to the playground and walk to the dairy whip.” Sara Croxton
“We love to explore the parks around Cincinnati, and we love to go camping as a family.” James Kara Neal
“Austin likes to play board games or explore the city. (Cincinnati has so much to offer) Hudson likes to do anything that involves food!” Stephanie LeeAnn Randolph
“We love playing Just Dance together. It’s a little exercise and a whole lot of fun for us!” Christina Miller
An impulsive Princess Aurora adds an hilarious twist to the Disney classic in Sleeping Beauty.
“Build Lego sets together! We all love working on them.” Brigid Marie
“Last night, everyone was home for dinner and there was no practice. So we played ‘Match the Sock.’ Two baskets full of single socks were sorted and paired. Family fun for all ages!” Presley Lindemann
TICKETS TO SLEEPING BEAUTY The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s production of Sleeping Beauty hits the stage at The Taft, April 27 - 28 and May 3 - 5. This new rock musical comedy employs humor, heart and an impulsive, but courageous, Princess Aurora. Learn more at thechildrenstheatre.com. WE’RE GIVING AWAY A FAMILY FOURPACK OF TICKETS to Sleeping Beauty — good for Sunday, April 28 at 5 p.m. or Friday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. Deadline to enter is Sunday, March 31. Winner will be drawn at random and contacted the following week. Head to our website and enter under “Contests.”
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CHILDHOOD FESTIVAL IN BOONE COUNTY
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The Childhood Festival on Saturday, March 2 is sure to be a day of fun for all.
TROPICAL SPRING BREAK CAMP AT NEWPORT AQUARIUM Children don’t have to travel far for a tropical vacation this spring break! Camp Wave hosts “Coral Camp” March 25 - 29 at the Newport Aquarium (1 Aquarium Way, Newport). Each fun-filled day for kids entering grades K - 8 runs 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and focuses on teaching kids about world-wide coral reefs. Campers will meet animal ambassadors, tour exhibits, play games and create crafts. Coral Camp is $220 for nonmember campers and $190 for Newport Aquarium passholders. Visit wavefoundation.org/education/ campwave to register.
ore than 40 organizations will come together at Boone County Library’s main branch on Saturday, March 2 to showcase fun learning programs for kids ages 5 and younger. Preschools, music classes, sports and birthday party venues and more will be on hand from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Live animals from Cool Critters will be shown from 10 - 11 a.m. and The Lions Club will offer free vision screenings for babies (starting at age 6 months) and kids. Kids can enjoy crafts, face painting, visits from Tales the library dragon, a STEM play area, juggling from Cincinnati Circus Company and more! The festival takes place at 1786 Burlington Pike in Burlington. To learn more, visit Boone County Library on Facebook @BooneCountyPublicLibrary and scroll down to the event page.
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very year throughout the month of March, Jersey Mike’s locations raise funds for local charities. All 20 Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky Jersey Mike’s locations are participating in this Month of Giving, with donations going to CancerFREE Kids. On March 27, 100 percent of purchases will be donated to CancerFREE Kids — every penny will go to helping kids in need. Take a break from cooking, buy the family subs and help in the effort. Visit cancerfreekids.org for more information, and help support Jersey Mike’s. (please turn the page)
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SHOULD WE STAY OR SHOULD WE GO? Spring break’s around the corner — time to make your plans!
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The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis draws visitors in with dinos on the outside!
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a staycation in the tri-state, take a trip to the
interactive activities that’ll inspire kiddos to
(legolanddiscoverycenter.com) • Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (1777 East Broad St.; fpconservatory.org) • The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (4850 West Powell Road; columbuszoo.org) • COSI (Center of Science and Industry) (333 West Broad St.; cosi.org) Included with general admission at COSI
“Things To Do” section for tons of great local
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— through May 5 — check out the crocs!
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Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds is full of
Come face-to-face with an impressive 18-foot-
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Pick up an explorer guide to test your croc IQ.
command chair for a selfie or swap yourself
Other great exhibits include Mythic Creatures:
over to an alien planet with a transporter
Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids and lots more.
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA Indianapolis, Indiana, is a marvelous mini-trip city for Cincinnatians. Family favorite attractions include: • The Indianapolis Zoo (1200 West Washington St.; indianapoliszoo.org) • Newfields 100 Acre Art Nature Park (1850 West 38th St.; discovernewfields.org) • Conner Prairie (13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers; connerprairie.org). • The Indianapolis Children’s Museum (3000 N. Meridian St.; childrensmuseum.org)
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FAMILY CPR:
WHY EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW IT Be ready for anything by learning CPR and first aid skills — the kids, too! BY AMANDA HAYWARD
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wo of the first things you may look for in a nanny is that 1) she’s certified, and 2) she knows CPR. You want your children to be in safe hands. So, shouldn’t YOU know CPR, too? You may have top notch parenting skills, but being CPR certified is a skill everyone should know. It can save your spouse or even your child’s life. Your kids can learn, too! Lori Fovel, communications director at the American Heart Association (AHA), says that 70 percent of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in homes. “If you are called on to give CPR in an emergency, you will most likely be trying to save the life of someone you love: a child, a spouse, a parent or a friend,” says Fovel. We all react differently in an emergency situation. We are human. Like any skill, practice makes us more confident. In fact, only 46 percent of people who experience an out-ofhospital cardiac rest receive the care they need before professional help comes to the scene, according to Fovel. “CPR, especially if performed immediately, can triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival,” she says.
TEACHING CHILDREN CPR
Kids are capable of learning basic lifesaving skills at an early age. Kids are curious; they are eager to learn and they are sponges. Begin using available area resources. For example, the AHA has local CPR training kiosks at the Cincinnati Museum Center and the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.
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Middle schoolers can learn CPR — as can you!
“The kiosk walks you through how to recognize symptoms of cardiac arrest and when and how to administer hands-only CPR,” says Fovel. “Middle school is a great age to teach children and often even earlier.” In June of 2016, Ohio was the 33rd state to pass the CPR in Schools legislation which took effect in the 2017/2018 school year. The result? Now, more than 100,000 high school graduates will be trained in CPR and AED skills each year.
STAYING UP-TO-DATE
Life gets busy, so keeping your certification up-to-date (it needs to be renewed every one or two years) can easily slip your minds. Consider getting an at-home training kit that has all of the tools your family needs to learn CPR, choking relief skills and more while you’re at home. The AHA has kits available at shopheart. org/cpr-anytime. There are plenty of free ways families can learn CPR, too. Local community events will often have a kiosk. The AHA and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital host “Recess in the Stadium,” a free community event at Paul Brown Stadium each year, and local fire departments including the Union Township Fire Department (union-township.oh.us) and Green Township (greentwp.org/departments/ fire-ems/cpr-training/) offer free CPR and AED training classes. Now you’re armed with research. No more excuses! Amanda Hayward is editor for this publication and mother of two.
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GET CERTIFIED! Check out these places where you can get your CPR certification in no time. American Red Cross redcross.org/take-a-class American Heart Association cpr.heart.org CityWide CPR citywidecpr.com/find-a-cpr-class/ cincinnati-oh CPR Cincinnati acls-bls-cincinnati.com Cincinnati Children’s Hospital cincinnatichildrens.org/education/ community/cpr-first-aid NKEMS Health and Safety Training nkems.org Most fire departments offer CPR classes and are partnered with the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. Check with your local fire department for more details.
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HOME LIFE
FIND MORE FAMILY TIME! Busy routines and technology can zap our attention. Remember: to kids, time with YOU is precious. 14
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BY TINA PRATT
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etween work, school, sports, social engagements, appointments, household chores and more, it seems like there is less and less time for family bonding. The daily grind leaves minimal time for sitting down, spending quality time together and having family conversations. If you feel like you are constantly running at a ragged pace, rarely spend much needed time with your family, and only cram family time in IF there’s a break in your schedule, you are not alone. According to a recent Nielsen total Audience Report, Americans nearly spend half of their day — 11 hours — consuming content ... by themselves. This includes listening to media, watching, reading or interacting with it all together.
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“ALONE WHILE TOGETHER” Last summer, the American Time Use Survey released by the U.S. Department of Labor revealed that in 2017 Americans spent the most time (2.8 hours a day) watching TV. Meanwhile, socializing and visiting with friends consumed only about 39 minutes out of 1,440 minutes per day. That’s less than 3 percent each day! The survey also showed (in 2017) that adults spent more time watching TV than interacting with others. This means that even when families are home together, they are often “alone” together engaging in technology like television or social media. How does this “alone while together” time affect our children? Afterall, the more time we spend on activities that don’t involve
in-person socialization, the less time we are teaching our kids these important life skills. Doreen Jajack, LSW, character effect specialist at Beech Acres Parenting Center, recommends finding more time to socialize with your kids. According to Jajack, it is important for parents to be intentional about creating quality time. One great way to make more quality time is by starting with a family meeting. “Check in with everyone,” says Jajack. “Ask all family members, ‘What is going well? What do we need to work on? How can we accomplish what we need to work on?’” Ask everyone to share things that they did well during the past week, whether it was helping a sibling with homework, using problem-solving skills creatively or remembering to take out the trash. This creates family bonding as well as increases family connection. “It also gives time for parents to model appropriate skills for kids and to discuss everyone’s feelings,” she continues. “When you have that regular time, you really start to open these lines of communication.”
Tips & Tricks for Building
TOGETHER TIME
Here are some easy ways you can open the door to family time! THEME YOUR TOGETHER TIME Ink in time on a real family wall calendar so everyone can see what’s coming up to look forward to. Have a Family Game Night one night a week. A Taco Tuesday Night; a Family Walk Evening and so on.
EAT MEALS TOGETHER This is hard to do these days, but DO make the effort. Make the meal table a “no technology” zone. That means no smartphones, no tablets, no laptops. And turn off the TV, too. It’s now time to talk! Need conversation starters? Go around the table and have each person tell about their day, what they did, who they saw, what they ate, what they liked or didn’t like. And try telling each other stories. Soon enough you’ll be amazed that everybody enjoys this time together.
GAME TIME
DEFINE FAMILY VALUES
Set aside time at home to play board games. When families sit together
Jajack also recommends talking about things that matter to your family — defining your values — and creating family value statements together. This is about defining who you all want to be as a family and it is a tool to help strengthen your bond. But carving out together time should be your focus. When you make the effort to spend quality time with your kids, they will feel more valued. And when your kids feel valued, their selfesteem increases. Look at your calendar and see what can be crossed off or postponed. Better yet, catch yourself at home spending time online and turn it off. Go read a book or play a game with the kids. Research shows that spending time as a family is not only important for your child’s emotional intelligence, it can increase your child’s desire to be social while building parent-child bonds, trust and open lines of communication. Here’s your challenge — pencil in some quality family time this week! Better yet, do it in ink!
playing games they automatically loosen up and just enjoy hanging out. Fun games like Apples to Apples; The Game of Life; Sequence; Codenames; Clue; Sorry and more are fun as heck to play together.
PRIORITIZE FAMILY TIME Family time is precious. Learn to say, “no” to obligations of lower importance. Demand that a “keep work at work” value be instilled.
CREATE TOGETHER ROUTINES For example, read one chapter of a book together each night before bedtime. Or, decide as a family what movie you might watch together after dinner (if homework is done!). Another great way to spend time together is in simply having a catch in the backyard. With the weather getting nicer, it’ll be time to get to the park together.
SCHEDULE VACATION TIME Try to schedule at least one family trip each year. Have your kids help plan the vacation by exploring options online — this is when technology is GREAT together!
Tina Pratt is a freelance writer.
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A HEALTHY PREGNANCY
You’re craving cottage cheese.
You pick up the entire container, a large spoon and that’s it, you’re going in … wait. Is this safe to eat? What did the doctor say again? Nowadays, there is an abundance of information out there for expecting mamas, and sometimes it can feel more overwhelming rather than helpful. Among trying to juggle your emotions, family and life, the last thing you need is to worry about what you’re eating. How can a hungry pregnant woman manage? “One of the biggest concerns expecting
moms face is trying to sift through all of the information available on nutrition during pregnancy,” says Brandy Frederiksen, owner of The Birth Nest of Cincinnati, certified Bradley instructor and certified DONA birth doula. “I always emphasize that women focus on ‘progress, not perfection’ when it comes to their nutrition. Everyone is starting from a different baseline, with their own unique food preferences and lifestyle choices,” Fredericksen says. The good news is, healthy eating it isn’t as
bad as we may think. Sticking to what your body craves and what your doctor says may be all your “prego-brain” can take or need. If you were eating healthy before you got pregnant, there are only a few modifications you need to make now that you are. If you were a fries and milkshake kind of mama, it may be a bit harder to start incorporating healthy eating habits into your diet to be sure that you and your baby are getting all of the proper nutrients you need. “By taking each day as a fresh start, every woman has the opportunity to make a (please turn the page)
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different choice when it comes to what she eats that day in order to feel confident in her ability to eat well for the baby or babies she is carrying,” says Frederiksen.
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(A pregnant mom is more susceptible to getting sick with food poison and other illnesses, so it’s best to avoid any undercooked meats.)
Each and every body is different, and every pregnant body is different, too. The “right” amount of calories an expecting mom needs to maintain and gain healthy baby weight varies depending on her daily activity level and lifestyle. Frederiksen says a woman carrying one baby requires at least 2600 calories per day in order to sustain a healthy weight and pregnancy. “But it’s not just about how many calories are consumed,” Frederiksen says, “it’s about where those calories are coming from that matters.”
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SCIENCE BEHIND EATING
There are some things we are not in control of when we are growing another human being (morning sickness, hormone surges, food cravings) but to the slightest degree you CAN control it, why not do the best you can? Frederiksen says the most important thing a woman can do in her pregnancy, is to maintain good health. “During pregnancy, a woman’s blood volume needs to expand by 50 - 60 percent,” she says. “This requires adequate calories, protein and salt. Deficiencies in any of these areas can lead to inadequate blood volume expansion which is associated with various complications of pregnancy.” Complications related to deficiencies in the blood include: high blood pressure, severe edema (swelling), preeclampsia, HELLP syndrome and premature birth. However, when a mama is well nourished, her baby is well nourished. This means with a healthy diet, both the mama and baby have a lower risk of complications during and even after Baby is welcomed into the world.
FISH Eat This: Flounder, rainbow trout, shrimp, cod, mahi mahi, tilapia and catfish. (Provides healthy DHA, omega-3 fatty acids and plenty of healthy proteins.) Not That: High mercury fish which includes shark, swordfish, mackerel and tuna. (High mercury can be dangerous for Baby. Raw fish such as sushi should also be avoided as it has a higher risk of carrying harmful bacteria that can cause illness to Mom and Baby.)
CHEESES & DAIRY Eat This: Pasteurized milk and dairy made from pasteurized milk including skim and 1 percent milk, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese and yogurts. Soy and almond milk are non-dairy but still have an excellent source of
calcium and protein for moms who are lactose intolerant. (Dairy provides calcium, Vitamin D, protein and more for Mom’s and Baby’s bones, teeth, heart and nerves.) Not That: Unpasteurized dairy products such as Brie, goat cheese and other soft cheeses made from “raw” milk. (More likely to carry bacteria which can be dangerous for Mom and Baby.)
MEATS & POULTRY Eat This: Fully cooked ground/processed meat and poultry, cooked until steaming hot. (Fully cooked meats and poultry are safe plus offer a great source of protein and iron — just what a pregnant mama needs!) Not That: Undercooked or raw meat, especially poultry and ground/minced meat.
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Eat This: Whole foods, or natural foods with less than five ingredients. This included nuts, beans, lean meat, legumes, avocado, sweet potatoes leafy greens, fruits, vegetables and eggs. (Whole foods and natural foods are loaded with healthy vitamins, healthy fats, proteins, probiotics and more. A pregnant mom and her bump need healthy, natural foods for growth and development.) Not That: Processed foods and “junk” foods such as chips, frozen meals, fast food, foods with added sugars and additives and sweets. (Let’s face it, we can’t always resist a pregnancy craving, but too much junk food can be dangerous to your baby. Plus, it puts Mama at higher risk for developing complications and fatigue. It’s all about balance, so be sure the goods foods significantly outweigh the bad for a healthy, happy pregnancy.)
WARM DRINKS Drink This: If you’re craving warm fluids, warm milk or lowsodium broth are the way to go. (Milk is a great source of proteins, calcium and vitamins for Baby’s development.) Not That: Herbal teas that contain nettles, dandelion, alfalfa and bilberry. (Most herbal teas are not safe due to the diuretic properties, meaning causing increased urine.)
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Healthy foods are
always the safest, best way to go. The more natural, the better the nutrients to help Baby’s developing mind, bones and immune system. One very important macronutrient that mama needs in her diet is protein.
PROTEIN IMPORTANT “Research suggests a minimum of 80 - 100 grams of protein a day is needed for adequate blood volume expansion to support a healthy pregnancy,” says Frederiksen. “Protein also provides the building blocks for fetal growth and development.” Some moms worry they aren’t getting enough nutrients due to their special dietary needs. For example, they may be lactose intolerant, allergic to gluten, a vegetarian or vegan. However, there are alternate food sources out there to accommodate. According to Frederiksen, the best way to be sure you’re taking in all of the essential nutrients for you and Baby is to choose wisely and do your research. “Women with special dietary needs will just need to be conscious and diligent in their food choices so that they are getting enough vitamins, minerals, protein and salt to support the pregnancy,” she says. Discuss specific nutritional information with your doctor, of course, and follow his or her guidelines for your good and sustaining prenatal care. We are all different, and your body has a way of telling you what it needs, so listen closely! Eat well, be well and chances are, you will have a wonderful, healthy pregnancy!
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BBLÜV RINÖ NASAL ASPIRATOR bbluvgroup.com $49.99 In less than one minute, this aspirator gently cleans Baby’s nose. It provides a unique, safe continuous suction not available on manual aspirators, and it also has a large, transparent leak-proof collection cup. Easy to clean (no filters!), it will help limit the spreading of germs.
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Multiple locations in Greater Cincinnati 513-297-5655 Abrakadoodle offers summer art camps for kids, as well as special holiday art camps during school breaks. We offer art camps at schools and other community locations. Our art camps include art lessons, music, games and special activities for children ages 3 - 12. Call for locations and dates.
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ArtsConnect Kids and Teen Classes
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Held at Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati 513-562-8748 artacademy.edu/com-ed/summer-art-camp/summer-art-camp.php commed@artacademy.edu Art Academy of Cincinnati’s Camp Art Academy offers kids ages 5 - 12 six unique weeks of art camp programs! 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!
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
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Cincinnati Ballet
1555 Central Pkwy., Cincinnati 513-562-1111 cballet.org/academy • cbacademy@cballet.org Students ages 4 - 8 explore a “Storybook Summer” as they dance their way through favorite tales including Sleeping Beauty, The Wizard of Oz and The Little Mermaid.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Summer Theatre Camp and Performance Academy
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The Mad Potter Madeira
600-B Reading Road, Mason 513-398-0353 masondance.com 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. We offer summer and mini-camps! 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!
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myy.org 513-362-9622 Are you ready for the best summer ever? At camp, kids make new friends, build confidence, try new things and learn leadership skills. Crafts, field trips and discovery weeks will keep your child engaged. Who knew learning could be so much fun?
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Multiple Park Locations cincinnatiparks.com Voted Best Day Camp in 2018! We offer great value in education and outdoor fun for ages 3 - 14. Hikes, crafts, live animal encounters, active games and engaging hands on activities occur daily. Register on our website. Building better lives and a better community. Come join us!
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Multiple Locations 800-595-3776 classroomantics.com/cincinnati-summer-camps/ Kids ages 7 - 13 choose from Lego™ robotics, stop-motion animation, game design, video production, Minecraft coding and programming. These enrichment classes are sure to ignite your child’s passion for learning! Use code CF10 for $10 off before Apr. 30.
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Buckner Martial Arts
8216 Highland Pointe Drive, West Chester 513-779-2413 bucknermartialarts.com Voted the best martial arts studio in Cincinnati, we combine defense skills with personal development. Students progress quickly while learning leadership and strong values under the teaching of master instructors. Free uniform with class sign-up.
Cincinnati Red’s Summer Baseball Camps
Multiple Locations in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky reds.com/camps Registration is open! Campers receive their own Reds uniform, instruction from a Reds coach, guest appearance by a current Reds star, free tickets and more. Details at on our website.
Camp Lincoln for Boys and Camp Lake Hubert for Girls
23416 Camp Lincoln Road, Lake Hubert, MN 800-242-1909 lincoln-lakehubert.com Since 1909, Camp Lincoln for Boys and Camp Lake Hubert for Girls have excelled in providing one of the best sleep-away adventures in the United States. Our brother-sister camps are located on opposite sides of Lake Hubert in Minnesota. We serve ages 5 - 17 with 2-, 3- and 4-week sessions, and a 10-day family camp. Campers come from 40 states and 13 countries all for our top-of-the-line activities and to just have a blast.
Full Throttle
11725 Commons Drive, Cincinnati 513-341-5278 gofullthrottle.com Speed camp – Learn to Race! Ages 7 - 15. Week-long camps for girls and boys. Racing, games, movies, food and fun.
The Little Gym of Mason
8201 Arbor Square Drive, Mason 513-204-1400 thelittlegym.com/masonoh For children ages 3 - 10 yrs., Super Quest camps invite kids to exercise their muscles, imaginations, and cooperation skills. You’ll love how easy our flexible scheduling is.
USA Ninja Challenge Cincinnati
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4251 Delta Road SW, Carrollton 800-837-CAMP (2267) falconcamp.com • info@falconcamp.com 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.
Greenacres Summer Camps
8255 Spooky Hollow Road, Cincinnati 513-891-4227 green-acres.org • camps@green-acres.org Summer camps at Greenacres offer fun for every personality, from arts and music, to farming and horseback riding, Greenacres’ camps will fill your child’s summer with joy and memories!
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8485 Ridge Road, Cincinnati 513-722-7249 mayersonjcc.org/campatthej Spend summer at Camp at the J! From swim lessons and archery to arts, camp values and more, kids will create lasting memories and friendships.
7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati 513-489-7575 kidsfirstsports.com • msmith@kidsfirstsports.com Campers at Kids First get the very best! 108,000 square feet of everything kids love: basketball, karate, gymnastics, dance, cheer, swimming, volleyball, you name it! Field trips every week outside Kids First and in-house entertainment brought in throughout 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.
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Seven world-class vocalists combine beloved, classic Disney tunes with acapella. Taft Theatre, 317 East 5th St., Cincinnati; 8 p.m.; tickets starting at $29.50; 513-232-6220 or tafttheatre. org.
Explore the Cincinnati Art Museum with the family. Weekend tours and art carts allow you to interact with” art objects for a memorable hands-on experience. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 2 p.m.; 513-7212787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.
FABULOUS FOLIAGE AT KROHN CONSERVATORY Fabulous Foliage fills the Krohn! Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; through March 10; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $4 adults, $2 ages 5 - 17, free for members and ages 4 and younger; 513-421-4086 or cincinnatiparks.com.
FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: A PRINCESS AND THE FROG Mardi Gras fun for the whole family includes free popcorn and A Princess and the Frog with friends. KCPL Erlanger Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Road, Erlanger; 6:30 - 9 p.m.; 859-9624200 or kentonlibrary.org.
PENGUIN DAYS Many animals love the winter weather. Visit the zoo for half-price admission and special animal encounters, including the penguin parade through March 8. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 513-281-4700 or cincinnatizoo. org.
PUBLIC LANDING COSTUMED INTERPRETERS Step back in time to meet costumed interpreters in the Cincinnati History Museum’s Public Landing each Monday, Friday and Saturday. Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 1 - 3 p.m.; included in admission ($14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2, free for members and ages 1 and younger); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
THE WIZARDING WORLD OF THE CINCINNATI CYCLONES Hurry, Muggles! The first 3,000 fans get a wand! Cincinnati Cyclones take on the Indy Fuel. Get there early — doors open at 6:30 p.m. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St., Cincinnati; 7:30 p.m.; $17 and up, $15 and up advance tickets; 513-421-4111 or cycloneshockey.com.
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CHANGING HANDS: CINCINNATI’S PREMIER CHILDREN’S CONSIGNMENT SALE Don’t miss the premier children’s consignment sale. Bring a laundry basket or tote bag to make shopping a breeze. Madeira Elementary School, 7840 Thomas Drive, Cincinnati; 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.; $1 admission; changinghandssale. com.
Experience the Luck of the Irish! Get into the Irish spirit at your local library and park. Check out these programs to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!
Sat 9 & Sat 16 — MCGING IRISH DANCERS PERFORMANCE • Sat 9, Oakley Branch, 4033 Gilmore Ave., Cincinnati; 2 - 3 p.m.; 513369-6038 or cincinnatilibrary.org. • Sat 16, Madeira Branch, 7200 Miami Ave., Cincinnati; 3 - 3:45 p.m.; 513-369-6028 or cincinnatilibrary.org. • Sat 16, KCPL Erlanger Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Road, Erlanger; 3 p.m.; 859-962-4000 or kentonlibrary.org.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM DANCE PARTY Explore the museum, then shake your sillies out at a fun dance party. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 3 p.m.; included in admission ($14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2, free members and ages 1 and younger); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
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With more than 40 vendor booths, discover great Boone County programs and opportunities for ages 5 and younger. Vision and development screenings, door prizes, fun activities and more. BCPL Main Branch, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.
A scavenger and leprechaun hunt. Find the pot of gold for a prize. KCPL Erlanger Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Road, Erlanger; 7 - 8 p.m.; 859-962-4000 or kentonlibrary.org.
FAMILY ART ADVENTURES This interactive tour uses games and activities to inspire. Recommended for ages 8 and older, but all welcome. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Spring St., Cincinnati; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; free for members and children; $10 advance registration adults ($12 day of); 513-684-4517 or taftmuseum.org.
FREE FAMILY FIRST SATURDAYS AT THE CAM Enjoy artist demonstrations, storytelling, performances, scavenger hunts, tours and hands-on art projects. Be sure to visit each month for a new and exciting theme. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953
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Wed 13 — LITTLE PRODIGIES: ST. PATRICK’S DAY Craft beaded charm necklaces for the greenest of holidays. CCPL Newport Branch, 901 East 6th St., Newport; 4 - 5 p.m.; 859-572-5035 or cc-pl.org.
Sun 17 — SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: LUCK OF A 4-LEAF CLOVER Create a leprechaun trap, learn who eats clover and plant a lucky clover of your own. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 2 - 4 p.m.; a valid MetroParks vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
Sat 23 — CELTIC LANDS PERFORMANCE Harp Duo 72 Strings joins the library for an hour of traditional tunes from the Celtic Lands. KCPL Covington Branch, 502 Scott Blvd., Covington; 1 - 2 p.m.; 859-9624000 or kentonlibrary.org.
Thu 28 — IRISH MUSIC CONCERT Wear green and hear beautiful melodies performed by the Riley school of Irish Music. KCPL William E Durr Branch, 1992 Walton Nicholson Road, Independence; 7 - 8:30 p.m.; 859-962-4000 or kentonlibrary.org.
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Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Road, Erlanger; 7 - 8 p.m.; 859-962-4000 or kentonlibrary.org.
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Stories, games, songs and crafts. Cold Spring Branch, 3920 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring; 10 - 10:45 a.m.; 859781-6166 or cc-pl.org.
Join tots on the floor for stories, songs and playtime. Ages 18 months - 2-and-ahalf years. Scheben Branch, 8899 U.S. 42, Union; 10 a.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.
FREE GROWING UP WILD: WIGGLING WORMS Explore nature through stories, activities and crafts. Reading Branch, 8740 Reading Road, Reading; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; 513-369-4465 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE THINK SPRING SCAVENGER HUNT Search in and outside of the nature center. Prizes at the end. Woodland Mound/ Seasongood Nature Center, 8250 Old Kellogg Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513521-7275 or greatparks.org.
sun 3 FREE BIRDS OF PREY Meet some of Ohio’s grandest birds of prey. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville; 2 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
KROHN ZONE EXPLORE CITRUS Discover fascinating varieties of citrus and sample some, too. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $4 adults, $2 ages 5 - 17, free for ages 4 and younger; 513-421-4086 or cincinnatiparks.com.
FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: IN LIKE A LION, OUT LIKE A LAMB Celebrate spring with friends at the farm and spring activities. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 2 - 4 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
mon 4 FREE FAMILY FUN AT THE LIBRARY: WOMEN’S HISTORY STORY TIME
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NOW PLAYING THE VISIT March 1 - 2, 8 p.m. | $15 513-398-7804 | masonplayers.org Theatre 42, 2752 U.S. 42, Lebanon. A tale of revenge unfolds onstage as a wealthy woman returns to her debt ridden hometown.
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FREE BUILD A BOARD GAME Teens in grades 6 - 12 work with peers to make a playable board game. Main Library - Teen Spot, 800 Vine St., Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-369-6900 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE DRAWING Learn how to draw superheroes with Jasper Foster. St. Bernard Branch, 10 McClelland Ave., Saint Bernard; 6 - 7 p.m.; 513-369-4462 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE NATURE STORIES Join the Great Parks interpreters for a nature-themed story for all ages. Sharon Woods Sharon Centre, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville; 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
FREE TEEN TECH WEEK: ROBLOX PARTY Celebrate Teen Tech Week by playing Roblox with friend and eating snacks. Pleasant Ridge Branch, 6233 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-369-4488 or cincinnatilibrary. org.
FREE TEENS WHO CODE Learn to navigate coding in various forms — whether it be Scratch, Cubelets, Swift or something else. Norwood Branch, 4325 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-369-6037 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
Through March 10 | $148.75+ See website for showtimes 513-621-2787 | cincinnatiarts.org Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway smash production is finally in Cincinnati. Hear Founding Father Alexander Hamilton’s story set to hip hop, blues, R&B and jazz.
JANE EYRE, A MUSICAL DRAMA March 15 - 17 | $15 - $18 See website for showtimes 513-582-6288 | inspiringartsproductions.com Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton. Jane Eyre forges hrough a mysterious maze of secrets in this Victorian Gothic romance story.
ALICE IN NEVERLAND PRESENTED BY THE KNOW THEATRE March 16, 19, 21, 23 | Free knowtheatre.com Delhi Township Branch, 5095 Foley Road, Cincinnati; March 16 from 3 - 4 p.m.; 513-369-6019. Miami Township Branch, 8 N. Miami Ave., Cleves; March 19 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; 513-369-6050. Symmes Township Branch, 11850 Enyart Road, Loveland; March 21 from 7 - 8 p.m.; 513-369-6001. Oakley Branch, 4033 Gilmore Ave., Cincinnati; March 23 from 1 - 2 p.m.; 513-3696038. Join Alice, the best detective in all of Wonderland, as she takes the case to solve the mystery of Peter Pan’s disappearance.
ON YOUR FEET! March 19 - 24 | $31 See website for showtimes 513-621-2787 | cincinnatiarts.org Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati. Discover the story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan as they experience ups and downs and create record-breaking music. Iconic songs to get you on your feet.
wed 6 FREE HOT WHEELS WEDNESDAY Vroom, vroom! Get your engines roaring and learn all about speed velocity, physics, engineering and more. Mt. Healthy Branch, 7608 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati; 3 - 4:30 p.m.; 513-3694469 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
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FIND MARCH EVENTS REQUIRING ADVANCE REGISTRATION ONLINE. FREE LITTLE PRODIGIES: MARDI GRAS Make colorful masks and tambourines at the library to celebrate Mardi Gras. CCPL Newport Branch, 901 East 6th St., Newport; 4 - 5 p.m.; 859-5725035 or cc-pl.org.
FREE LITTLE TYKES Spring has sprung and animals are on the move. Ages 3 - 6 explore seasonal migration through games and learn about lots of cool critters. Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
SPRING FORWARD Explore light and shadows, plants and animals that use the wind and look for early signs of the garden awakening. Glenwood Gardens, 10397 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati; 10:45 a.m.; this is an ongoing program throughout March, Wed - Sat; 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.
STORY TREE TIME @ DECM Hear a story and meet new friends. Duke Energy Children’s Museum, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 11 a.m.; activity included with admission to DECM; $14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2, free for members and ages 1 and younger; 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
FREE TURTLE TIME The WAVE Foundation of Newport Aquarium visits the library for a turtle-y program. Discover the differences between a turtle and tortoise then learn about conservation, adaptations and more. Westwood Branch, 3345 Epworth Ave., Cincinnati; 3 - 4 p.m.; 513-369-4474 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE WINTER FARMERS MARKET Browse through jewelry, candles, coffee, produce, baked goods and more — 85 percent of the items sold at this market are grown or produced in Butler County. Shop fresh and support local vendors the first and third Wednesday of the month through March. Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield; 4 7 p.m.; fairfield-city.org/market.
thu 7 DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS FROZEN Please see “Things to Do” opener on page 31 for details.
FREE LET’S GET PHYSICAL! YOGA SERIES Beginners yoga class every Thursday. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel and water. Covedale Branch, 4980 Glenway Ave., Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-369-4460 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE MASTERPIECES IN THE MAKING — AMY SHERALD Learn about the artist who painted the official portrait of former First Lady, Michelle Obama. Then create artwork in the artist’s style. Avondale Branch, 3566 Reading Road, Cincinnati; 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.; 513-369-4440 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: SLOW FOOD VS FAST FOOD Go on a farm scavenger hunt to learn about food. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 10 - 11 a.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
TAFT JR.: MAKING FRIENDS Preschool pals ages 3 - 5 hear a story, make a puzzle, and more. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati; 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; free for members and children; $10 advance registration adults ($12 day of); 513-648-4517 or taftmuseum.org.
THURSDAY ART PLAY: BUILT IT! Make giant cities, decorate a tool belt to hold art supplies and design a set of building blocks to take home during this building-themed Art Play. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $5 per nonmember child, free for members; 513345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter. org.
FREE YOUNG ADULT LAB: PAINTED MOBILES Teens can learn about painting mobiles from artists at the CAC. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 4 - 6 p.m.; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
fri 8 FREE ALL ABOUT TURTLES Ages 2 - 4 discover what turtles are up to in the woods plus a story time, hands-on learning and a craft. Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mount Hope Road, Harrison; 11 a.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-367-4774 or greatparks.org.
FREE CAROL ANN’S CAROUSEL: FOSSIL DAY See fossils and make one to take home, play games and become a paleontologist for the day while making prehistoric discoveries. Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 East Mehring Way, Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; free event, ride tokens available for purchase; 513-381-3756 or cincinnatiparks.com.
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FREE CINCINNATI DULCIMER SOCIETY Join in on the jamming as The Cincinnati Dulcimer Society plays sweet mountain music. Sharon Woods, 11555 Swing Road, Cincinnati; 3 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513521-7275 or greatparks.org.
FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: WE ARE ROCKIN’ Explore the rocks found on the farm through hands-on activities and crafts. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 2 - 4 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.
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Enjoy live jazz and swing standards while you pick up new reading material. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 7 p.m.; 513-3968960 or josephbeth.com.
sat 9 NORTHERN WRESTLING FEDERATION Bring your friends and family out for a night of NWF Pro Wrestling action. Then, head to Buffalo Wings and Rings in the Crestview Hills Plaza for an after-party. Hits Indoor Baseball, 3785 Lake Park Drive, Covington; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; $12 front row, $10 general admission; 859-916-1366 or nwfwrestling.com.
YES, SHE CAN: AN INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATION Please see “Spotlight” on page 36 for details.
sun 10 FREE AMPHIBIAN AWAKENINGS Search for amphibian friends in pools of water to learn about migration. A small number of nets and buckets will be available. Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road, Cincinnati; 1 p.m.;
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Encounter three live avian ambassadors and learn about the adaptations which make birds of prey supreme hunters in the sky. Northside Branch, 4219 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati; 7 - 8 p.m.; 513-369-4449 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
tue 12 FREE EMILY HENRY AND BRITTANY CAVALLARO YA AUTHOR VISIT Join two of the most exciting voices in young adult fiction writing to discuss their latest books. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 7 p.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth. com.
FREE STORIES WITH ART Every Tuesday, stimulate Baby’s development, and help build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music. Scheben Branch, 8899 U.S. 42, Union; 6:30 p.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.
FREE YOGA FOR KIDS Yoga for kids, presented by a kid. Meet Vivienne Konz who is a certified yoga teacher. Hyde Park Branch, 2747 Erie Ave., Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-3694456 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
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wed 13 FREE ASTRONOMY PROGRAM WITH CINCINNATI OBSERVATORY Make intergalactic discoveries when the Cincinnati Observatory visits the library to explore stars, planets, moons and the sun. Avondale Branch, 3566 Reading Road, Cincinnati; 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.; 513-369-4440 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FIND MARCH EVENTS REQUIRING ADVANCE REGISTRATION ONLINE. FREE REC READS Get your 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.
thu 14 FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: NESTING WREATHES Learn about nesting wreathes, make one to share with the animals at the farm and one to take home. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 10 - 11 a.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.
THURSDAY ART PLAY: JULIEN NGUYEN ART Learn about painter Julien Nguyen and create artwork inspired by his current CAC exhibition. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $5 per nonmember child, free for members; 513345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter. org.
WEE WONDER ABOUT SPRING Learn about spring at the park with an activity, craft and story. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville; 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.
FREE YOUNG ADULT LAB: COLLAGE STUDIO Teens, learn about the collage-making process from expert artists and educators. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 4 - 6 p.m.; 513-3458400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
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MARVEL WEEKEND AT THE CINCINNATI CYCLONES Meet Marvel characters Black Widow, Captain America, Iron Man and Black Panther as the Cincinnati Cyclones take on the Nailers. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St., Cincinnati; 7:30 p.m.; $17 and up day of tickets, $15 and up advance tickets; 513-421-4111 or cycloneshockey.com.
FREE SPANISH STORY TIME TIEMPO DE CUENTOS Stimulate Baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music. Florence Branch BCPL, 7425
“Where Every Family Matters.”
U.S. 42, Florence; 10:30 a.m.; 859342-2665 or bcpl.org.
sat 16 FREE CAROL ANN’S CAROUSEL: CAROUSEL IN BLOOM “Bee” inspired and learn all about pollinators, meet live amphibians, play games and make a fun springtime craft. Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 East Mehring Way, Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; free event, ride tokens available for purchase; 513-381-3756 or cincinnatiparks.com.
FREE CINCINNATI DAY OF PUPPETRY Celebrate National Puppetry Day with Happen, Inc. and the Cincinnati Area Puppetry Guild. Puppet shows and making sock puppets. Happen, Inc., 4201 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; happeninc.com and cincinnatipuppetryguild.com.
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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! FREE 3RD SUNDAY FUNDAY: SPLASH OF COLOR Create artwork using all of the colors of the rainbow. Pones Inc. performs using Dr. Seuss’s My Many Colored Days as inspiration at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Then, explore the Paint 3D app with the help of the Microsoft Store, become an art detective at the art cart and more. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati; 1 - 4 p.m.; 513-684-4517 or taftmuseum.org.
EXPLORE NATURE! PANCAKES IN THE WOODS Learn all about the syrup-making process from sap collecting to boiling to tasting. Enjoy pancakes and sausage grilled by local celebrity chefs. California Woods Nature Preserve, 5400 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati; 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.; $7 per person; 513-231-8678 or cincinnatiparks.com.
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mon 18 FREE ADVENTURE CLUB: THINK LIKE A DETECTIVE Children in grades 1 - 5 become super sleuths to solve puzzles and uncover a villain. CCPL Carrico/Fort Thomas, 1000 Highland Ave., Newport; 4 4:45 p.m.; 859-572-5033 or cc-pl.org.
FREE INTERNATIONAL SNACK FUN Love tasty snacks and learning about different cultures? Grab your passport and travel the world one treat at a time during this globe trotting adventure. Forest Park Branch, 655 Waycross Road, Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-3694478 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
tue 19 FREE BUILD A BOARD GAME Teens, join peers to create a playable board game. Meet every other week to work on building the story and actual game board. Game pieces
and the board will be crafted in the MakerSpace. Main Library - TeenSpot, 800 Vine St., Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-369-6900 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE STEM FUN: BALLOON ROCKET FUN Learn and have fun with this fun program. Use a water balloon and construct a rocket car to race against friends. Reading Branch, 8740 Reading Road, Reading; 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.; 513-3694465 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
wed 20 FREE ALIEN CRAFT DAY Cows beware — it’s Alien Day. Come to the library to celebrate and make a flying saucer. Hyde Park Branch, 2747 Erie Ave., Cincinnati; 3 - 4 p.m.; 513369-4456 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE LITTLE PRODIGIES: HELLO SPRING Say hello to a brand-new season by painting a flower pot and planting a seed. CCPL Newport Branch, 901 East 6th St., Newport; 4 - 5 p.m.; 859-5725035 or cc-pl.org.
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FREE SPRING EQUINOX HIKE Celebrate the first day of spring with a hike to see what critters have awoken from their long winter naps. Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road, Cincinnati; 5:30 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
thu 21 FREE FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT Experience fun and colorful experiments with Science Matters. BCPL — Florence Branch, 7425 U.S. 42, Florence; 6:30 - 8 p.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.
FREE NATURE NIGHT: TURTLE HURDLES Explore turtles, meet animal ambassadors and more. Embshoff Woods, 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.
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Come to this program to learn how a cow got into the marshmallows, then help feed the critters the food they actually like to eat. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 10 - 11 a.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
THURSDAY ART PLAY: HELLO SPRING! Welcome the first day of spring by experimenting with natural materials. Create floral-inspired artwork like a window collage made from pressed flowers and a nature mobile. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $5 per non-member child, free for members; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
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daily listings WHIRLIN’ GOOD TIME Take a spin around Cincinnati to discover beautiful and iconic Queen City landmarks, all while riding the carousel. Purchase an unlimited ride band for a fun-filled day. Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 East Mehring Way, Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; $6 per unlimited ride band; 513-381-3756 or cincinnatiparks.com.
FIND MARCH EVENTS REQUIRING ADVANCE REGISTRATION ONLINE. FREE YOUNG ADULT LAB: ALTERED PHOTO ART Teens, experiment with altered photos in the UnMuseum. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 4 - 6 p.m.; 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
fri 22 FREE NIGHT OWLS Meet a nocturnal animal and discover the outdoor world that exists after bedtime. Woodland Mound, 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.
FREE OWLS OF OHIO Whoo goes there? Learn about the fascinating lives of nocturnal feathered friends with a live animal demonstration. Corryville Branch, 2802 Vine St., Cincinnati; 2 - 3 p.m.; 513-369-6034 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
REOPENING DAY AT CMC: CAVES AND CINCINNATI IN MOTION Get ready to go caving and see a scaled down version of Cincy; the 500-foot-long replica limestone cave and 1/64 model of Cincinnati are re-opening at Cincinnati Museum Center. Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 10 a.m.; included in admission ($14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2, free for members and ages 1 and younger); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
sat 23 FREE AUTISM FAMILY EXPLORATION AT THE CAM Come explore the CAM in a comfortable setting. Families receive a map indicating multi-sensory learning centers, led by specially trained docents. Be sure to stop by the Rosenthal Education Center to participate in an all-ability art making activity. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 9 - 11 a.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.
SPOTLIGHT DOKTOR KABOOM: WHEEL OF SCIENCE
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o much science, so little time! Doctor Kaboom has trouble choosing his favorite exhilarating demonstrations to perform because they’re all so amazing, so audience members get to decide which experiments and illusions he will execute by spinning the giant wheel of science. Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield; 7 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 children. Call 513-867-5348 or visit fairfield-city.org. 38
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Wear Baby and boogie down at the library with line dances, classics and children’s favorites to get active with Baby. Representatives from Cincinnati Babywearing Society are on-hand to help safely secure Baby or help you try a new babywearing option. Siblings are welcome. Kids can even bring a doll or stuffed animal so they can babywear, too! Harrison Branch,
“Where Every Family Matters.”
10398 New Haven Road, Harrison; 10:30 - 11 a.m.; 513-369-4442 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
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FREE FAMILY FESTIVAL: THE ARTIST IS IN Celebrate the Artist in Residency program with a family-friendly, art-making festival. Featured artists are on-hand to inspire attendees in their own creative processes. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 12 - 3 p.m.; 513-3458400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.
FREE FIGURECON 2019 Bring the whole family to the Sixth Scale Collectors Club 11th annual Figurecon. See hundreds of scale figures, trains and vehicles on display during this GI Joe and Action Figure show; there will even be some for sale. EnterTRAINment Junction, 7379 Squire Court; March 23, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; March 24, 12 - 4 p.m.; ssccohio.weebly.com.
FREE ORIGAMI BONSAI Create a bonsai tree that lives forever out of paper and glue. Greenhills Branch, 8 Enfield St., Cincinnati; 2 - 3 p.m.; 513369-4441 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE STEAM MADNESS: ROCK PAINTING Decorate a rock with glitter and paint to keep, trade or hide. All materials provided. CCPL Alexandria Branch, 8333 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria; 1 - 3 p.m.; 859-572-7463 or cc-pl.org.
FREE THINGS THAT FLUTTER SERIES: BIRD BANDING & ROOKERIES Bird banding and exploring communal nesting sights for ages 10 and older. Gilmore MetroPark Bilstein Boulevard Area, 8300 Bilstein Blvd., Hamilton; 7 9:30 a.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.
sun 24 SEW WHAT?! BEADED EMBROIDERY Learn about texture, patterns and art during this sewing project that combines beads and embroidery. KidSPACE at Duke Energy Children’s Museum KidSPACE, 1301 Western Ave.,
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FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: ABC’S OF FARM LIFE Celebrate the ABC’s of farm life through fun experiments, games, a craft and a snack. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 2 - 4 p.m.; a valid MetroParks vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks. net.
mon 25 FREE STEM MONDAYS: SNAP CIRCUITS Kids in grades 3 - 6 learn about electronics and make discoveries using Snap Circuits. Covedale Branch, 4980 Glenway Ave., Cincinnati;
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.; 513-369-4460 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE TURTLE TIME FROM THE NEWPORT AQUARIUM WAVE FOUNDATION The WAVE Foundation of Newport Aquarium visits the library for a turtle-y awesome program. Discover the differences between a turtle and tortoise then learn about conservation, adaptations and more. Pleasant Ridge Branch, 6233 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-369-4488 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
tue 26 FREE MASTERPIECES IN THE MAKING: FAITH RINGGOLD Learn about and make art in the style of artist and children’s book illustrator, Faith Ringgold. Corryville Branch, 2802 Vine St., Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-3696034 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
wed 27 FREE BEAKS AND TALONS Meet three live birds up close and personal, and learn about their amazing animal adaptations. Presented by RAPTOR, Inc. Madisonville Branch, 4830 Whetsel Ave., Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-369-6029 or cincinnatilibrary. org.
FREE LITTLE PRODIGIES: KITES The kites crafted during this program may not fly, but they sure will get ages 2 - 7 ready for a windy spring day. CCPL Newport Branch, 901 East 6th St., Newport; 4 - 5 p.m.; 859-572-5035 or cc-pl.org.
FREE LIVE ANIMALS IN SPRING Encounter cute critters at the library, presented by the Great Parks of Hamilton County. Madeira Branch, 7200 Miami Ave., Cincinnati; 3 - 4 p.m.; 513-3696028 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE OPENING DAY STORY TIME! Take me out to the bookstore! Celebrate Cincinnati traditions by reading baseball-themed books, singing ballpark songs and participate in an opening day parade all around the bookstore. Wear red to cheer on the Cincinnati Reds this season. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road, Cincinnati; 10:30 a.m.; 513-396-8960 or josephbeth.com.
FREE PLAY BALL! Discover the science of baseball and get ready for Opening Day with a visit from the Reds Hall of Fame. BCPL Scheben Branch, 8899 U.S. 42, Union; 6:30 7:30 p.m.; 859-342-2665 or bcpl.org.
FREE WEE WEDNESDAYS This open house-style program for preschoolers includes storytelling, touchable objects and more for a fun and memorable learning experience — March’s theme is “Bonjour!” Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.
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thu 28 FREE CULTURAL CUISINES Discover flavors of the world and explore new cultures with this globetrotting Cultural Cuisine program. North Central Branch, 11109 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati; 4 - 5 p.m.; 513-369-6068 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: BREAK OUT OF THE SHELL Explore the life cycle of chickens and break out of your shell with friends; help feed the farm animals and then enjoy a snack yourself. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 10 - 11 a.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
THURSDAY ART PLAY: COLORFUL COSTUMES
available for purchase; 513-381-3756 or cincinnatiparks.com.
Create colorful, playful and wearable art inspired by artist Lindsey Whittle. After the session ends, enjoy kid-friendly yoga in the UnMuseum. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St., Cincinnati; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $5 per nonmember child, free for members; 513345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter. org.
FREE SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILY NIGHT
fri 29 FREE CAROL ANN’S CAROUSEL: NATURE’S PORTRAIT Create a portrait using natural elements, in the fashion of artists such as Vincent Van Gogh. Carol Ann’s Carousel, 8 East Mehring Way, Cincinnati; 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; free event, carousel tokens
Families with children and youth with special needs are invited to a night at the library to experience a variety of activities in a stress-free and accepting space. Green Township Branch, 6525 Bridgetown Road, Cincinnati; 6:30 - 8 p.m.; 513-369-6095 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
sat 30 FREE ARTSWAVE DAY AT BCM Enjoy all that Behringer-Crawford Museum has to offer plus special children’s programming and a scavenger hunt. Help complete a community art project started by local artist Cedric Cox. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 10 a.m. 5 p.m.; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum. org.
GLENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT PANCAKE BREAKFAST Support the Glendale Fire Department as they serve up a tasty hot breakfast of pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice and coffee. There will also be splitthe-pot and silent auctions. Glendale Fire Department, 80 East Sharon Road, Cincinnati; 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $5, free for ages 8 and younger; 513-7717200 or glendaleohio.org.
FREE HIP-HOP STORYTELLING WITH THE CORNER Get moving and grooving to thoughtful words and rhythmic beats as The Corner visits the library to rap stories. Forest Park Branch, 655 Waycross Road, Cincinnati; 3 - 3:45 p.m.; 513-3594478 or cincinnatilibrary.org.
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Ages 10 and older go off the trail for an adventure to see what’s happening in the spring woods. Dress for the weather. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville; 1 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.
“Where Every Family Matters.”
sun 31 ART BUILD: PAJAKI CHANDELIERS Help the museum celebrate spring by creating a large scale chandelier. Get creative with colorful handmade pom poms, festive garland and more. KidSPACE-Duke Energy Children’s Museum, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati; 2 p.m.; included in admission ($14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2, free for members and ages 1 and younger); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.
DISNEY PROM The “Little Mermen” perform covers of hit songs from Disney movies. Wear your best princess apparel and enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly dancing. Bogart’s, 2621 Vine St., Cincinnati; 2 p.m.; $16; 513-872-8800 or bogarts. com.
FREE MAKE WITH ME Drop by the library and create springtime keepsakes to celebrate the new season. KCPL Erlanger Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Road, Erlanger; 2 - 3 p.m.; 859962-4000 or kentonlibrary.org.
FREE SHOW AND TELL ON THE FARM: HORSING AROUND Bring friends to the farm to horse around and have some fun with crafts, hands-on activities and a yummy snack. Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton; 2 - 4 p.m.; a valid motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.
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