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AWARD-WINNING | INFORMATIVE | TRUSTED

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HOW TO ENCOURAGE EMPATHY IN YOUR CHILD THEY’RE HERE! THE 2015 BEST-OF-PARENTING WINNERS

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When children first start to break away, it can hurt. Win tickets to Marvel Universe Live and more!

The Robot Zoo exhibit, letters to Santa, sensory friendly films and more.

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Facing cystic fibrosis.

Visiting the historic Hillforest Victorian House Museum.

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EARLY DETECTION OF LEARNING DISORDERS

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ENDANGERED EMPATHY

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In a world where it’s easy to be mean, learn how to encourage your child’s compassion for others.

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ooking the other way. Pretending not to see. Calling names. Enjoying it when someone else gets into trouble rather than yourself. In a household full of growing children, behaviors like this are undesirable, but in the real world, these things happen every day. Think about it. A homeless man tries to get your attention (your dollar) at a stop light. You look down at your lap, pretending to be occupied. Time-pressed at the grocery store, you whisk your buggy out of sight so you don’t have to stop and talk to someone you know who hasn’t seen you. Someone cuts you off in traffic and you bark, “Watch it, jerk!” These are things you do when you’re alone, but what if you do them in front of your kids? Your children are watching you. You’ll go through a million different behavior-modeling scenarios as your kids grow from toddlers to teens. Should you really be all that surprised if your teen starts exhibiting bad behavior if you haven’t already tackled what’s OK and what’s NOT OK when he’s younger? Growing up is challenging for everyone, but why do some kids emerge into adulthood happier than others? Can it be that they actually care about the world and others in it? A young boy says to his big brother, “Hey! You’ve been playing that game for an hour — it’s MY turn!” His blasé big brother responds with, “Ask me if I care, twerp,” and goes right on playing. It’s a typical exchange between a powerful older brother and a powerless younger one. How a person wields power is everything, and parents have to be diligent in order to catch undesirable behaviors in their kids and correct them. It’s not easy — especially with so many kids on cell phones, underground with their lives and out of ear shot. If children are born blank slates, then they learn both kindness and meanness at home and in the world. If you can demonstrate the values of care and respect for others at home, then their interactions in the world will come from that. The “just kidding” mentality — usually based on something unkind — can be dissolved. “Just kidding” and “just teasing,” always carry a grain of truth. It’s hard to raise a child who cares if you don’t. If you demonstrate harshness, your child will learn harshness. If you demonstrate compassion, your child will learn compassion. Empathy is a function of compassion and the ability to see from another person’s perspective. With empathy, bullying can be prevented along with other forms of cruelty, so you DO have to be aware of your child’s social strata. Wouldn’t it be wonderful for the world to be a kinder, more gentle place? A world where where children don’t turn the other way? A world where they care? Show your kids that it is possible to make life better. It starts with you. Lead the way and the kids will follow. And everybody wins.

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SENSORYFRIENDLY FILMS

The Campbell County Public Library’s Newport Branch (901 East Sixth St.) offers a sensory-friendly screening of Inside Out on Saturday, Nov. 14. Kids with autism or other special needs and their families can experience the movie in a brighter room with lower volume. Kids can move around, talk, sing and play with available fidget toys. Stop by at 6 p.m. for a special family night out! Call 859-5725035 or visit cc-pl.org.

MAKE ROOM FOR THE ROBOT ZOO!

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oone County Public Library has a fun 5,000-squarefoot traveling exhibit based on the popular book, The Robot Zoo: A Mechanical Guide to the Way Animals Work by John Kelly, Philip Whitfield, and Obin (Turner Publishing, 1994). The exhibit, on display until Feb. 28, 2016, uses the biomechanics of giant robot animals to illustrate how real animals work. Along with free admission, kids ages 4 -12 and their families can enjoy handson activities like the Chameleon Tongue Gun, the Robot Body Shop, and Eye To Eye (kids get a fly’s-eye view through two 19-inch compound eyes). The Robot Zoo will is open at the Main Branch (1786 Burlington Pike) 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sat, and 1 - 5 p.m. Sun. Call 859-342-2665 or visit bcpl.org.

LETTERS TO SANTA

Santa’s workshop is humming with activity, and one of them’s reading (and answering!) all of those kids’ letters, thanks to Kenton County Parks & Recreation. Have your child write a letter to Santa, then drop it off (no postage necessary) at a specially decorated mailbox between Nov. 2 and Dec. 7. Mailboxes* are located at the Kenton County Public Libraries (kentonlibrary.org) and the Kenton County Courthouses. Make sure your child’s name and return address are included. Your child will receive a letter from Santa! Call 859-525-PLAY (7529) or visit kentoncounty.org for details. *Bring a non-perishable food item to put in the barrel next to the mailbox where you drop your child’s letter to benefit senior citizens.

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BOONE COUNTY HOLIDAYING

Mark your calendar for upcoming Boone County holiday fun! • Santa sends personalized letters to kids for $5 (deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 25). • Practice for the Thanksgiving Day Run with a 5K jaunt in England Idlewild Park (5550 Idlewild, Burlington) on Saturday, Nov. 21 — pre-registration ($15) deadline is Friday, Nov. 13, or $20 on-site! • Bring kids to the Boone Links Golf Course Clubhouse (19 Clubhouse Drive, Florence) to Search for Tom Turkey on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 10 a.m. — $5. • Breakfast with Santa: Reservations begin Monday, Nov. 2 for the Dec. 16 - 18 breakfasts. Call 859-334-2117 or visit boonecountyky.org/parks for registration info and to sign up! (please turn the page)

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SPECIAL NEEDS

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ocal resources are in place to support special needs families. Find our comprehensive proactive special needs directory online at cincinnatifamilymagazine.com.

KINDERVELT’S KINDNESS Children with heart problems are at risk for neurodevelopmental issues. Thankfully, the KINDERVELT NEURODEVELOPMENTAL AND EDUCATIONAL CLINIC (located at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC)), provides an innovative program designed to meet all the needs of kids with complex heart issues. Support Kindervelt on Tuesday, Nov. 17 by riding the North Pole Express. Departing from the Lebanon Mason and Monroe Railroad’s depot (127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon), the train ride includes a reading of The Polar Express, a visit with Santa, caroling, elves, and plenty of memories. Ticket sales benefit the Heart Institute of CCHMC. Trains depart between 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., tickets are $18 per person, and free for infants. RSVP to 513-588-0074 or visit kindervelt.org to learn more.

THE CENTER FOR COURAGEOUS KIDS Summer camp seems far off, but one special camp operates year round and provides fun respite for kids and families. The Center for Courageous Kids, a non-profit medical camping facility located in Scottsville, KY, is for kids with life-threatening illnesses. The campus features an on-site medical center in addition to activities like swimming, horseback riding, boating, fishing, theater and more. Week-long summer camps are illness specific, meaning that kids get to meet other kids facing the same kinds of challenges. Year-round weekend retreats are available so families can meet other families with similar experiences. The programs are all FREE to attend. To learn more, visit courageouskids.org, call 270-6182900, or visit our web site to hear from campers and families about their experiences at The Center for Courageous Kids.

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Student work from the Visionaries + Voices Teaching Artist Program at Linden Grove School.

VISIONARY ART AT LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL

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ometimes a piece of art really is worth a thousand words. Linden Grove School, a private, non-profit school for kids in grades K - 8 with an autism spectrum disorder, has teamed up with Visionaries + Voices, a studio for local artists with disabilities. Together, the two provide art programs to young students through the V+V Teaching Artists Program. Two V+V artists create and lead art lessons at Linden Grove, showing kids that everyone can make art. Erin Sparling, visual art specialist at V+V works with the teaching artists. “The teaching artists are incredible role models and inspirations for the students, helping them explore their creativity and create their own unique artistic styles,” Sparling says. Working with different mediums, students tackle projects in both 2D and 3D art forms. Visit lindengroveschool.org for more info on the school. Head to visionariesandvoices.com for a look at the studio’s mission, artists, and galleries, and visit cincinnatifamilymagazine.com for a look at more student artwork.

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FACING CYSTIC FIBROSIS By Sherry Hang

What is CF and how is it treated? More importantly, where can you turn for help when your child is diagnosed? Team photo of A Race for Jayce, Melissa Turner’s son, taken at this year’s CFF Great Strides Walk.

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elissa Turner was four months pregnant when doctors discovered that she was a carrier for the gene responsible for Cystic Fibrosis (CF). After learning that her husband was also a carrier, they were told their child had a 25 percent chance of having CF. “When our son was born, he didn’t show the classic CF symptoms,” says Turner. “He was thriving and doing great.” But at 4 months old, a test determined that their son did indeed have CF.

What is CF? People with CF endure mucus build up in organs like the lungs, where it can clog airways, and contribute to potentially life-threatening infections. The mucus can develop in other organs, like the pancreas, making it difficult for patients to absorb nutrients from food. Symptoms include cough, sometimes with phlegm, shortness of breath, salty-tasting skin, frequent bouts of bronchitis or pneumonia, poor growth and weight gain, and constipation. According to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (cff.org/cincinnati), approximately 1,000 new cases are diagnosed each year, with about 30,000 people in the U.S. currently living with CF.

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Because CF can vary in severity from case to case, treatment is individualized. Therapies include everything from antibiotics and inhaled medicine, to what is known as “airway clearance,” involving loosening the mucus through the use of a vibrating chest vest.

Treatments & Support The Turners were referred to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC), where they spent several days learning about CF, its treatments and medications, and how to care for their child. “Children with CF have to work hard to stay healthy,” says Turner. “Their daily care and treatments can take a lot of time.” She adds that the couple’s extended family rallied to learn about CF care, which varies “from respiratory therapy, taking pancreatic enzymes with each meal and snack, counting calories, and following a highfat, high-calorie diet, along with taking other medications every day.” Parents of children with CF can also find plenty of support from the local Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (cff.org/cincinnati). The foundation coordinates events and maintains a Patient Assistance Resource Center, a one-stop shop for

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information about living with CF, including help in managing insurance and applications. “We help people find resources to afford the cost of their treatments, help navigate insurance options and coverage and navigate the social security application process,” says Alison Bethel, executive director of the CFF’s Greater Cincinnati Chapter. Research supported by the CFF is paying off with drugs and therapies that have improved the quality and doubled the life expectancy of a child with CF. “People look at our son and have no idea he has CF,” says Turner. “He is an active 10-year-old boy who enjoys playing baseball, basketball and hanging out with his friends … The future is an optimistic one, but until a cure is found, we must focus on keeping our children as well as possible to maximize both the quality and length of their lives. We have to believe that one day CF will stand for ‘Cure Found!’” For more information about Cystic Fibrosis and how you can support families living with the disease, visit the Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at cff.org/cincinnati.


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A RETURN TO THE PAST AT

HILLFOREST By Barbara Littner David

Ornaments made of human hair? Kids may feign boredom, but there’s lots to learn about the past at Hillforest Victorian House Museum.

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igh on a hilltop, up the curving, almost vertical, driveway, stands Hillforest, the beautiful mansion of Thomas Gaff and his family. Built in 1855, and designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1992, Hillforest welcomes visitors to enjoy its serene views of the Ohio River, its Italian Renaissance style and its stories. Tours begin in the vestibule, where house “callers” of old once left “calling cards” with servants. A silver tray still awaits those cards, but today’s visitors simply sign in, pay admission, and learn about Gaff and the house’s other owners across the years. We entered Hillforest through its stately front door, flanked by stained glass sidelights, and walked into the front hall with its grand flying staircase. Reportedly, a naughty cousin once rode his pony up it, and out the second floor door, an unforeseen possibility when architect Isaiah Rogers designed Hillforest to blend with the hillside. No such horseplay happens now at the mansion: it’s a “don’t touch” kind of place, but made entertaining by the volunteer tour guides. My guide — Suzanne Ulrich — seemed to know details about Hillforest that might have escaped its owners, and she told the stories with authority and delight. Hillforest’s stories begin in the parlor, where the Victorian furniture consists of authentic reproductions and original pieces, many donated back to the museum by descendents of the

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family. Coal burning fireplaces would have heated the rooms, and put out a lot of soot, too. The home needed frequent repainting to keep up appearances. During the home’s restoration, beneath layers of paint, experts discovered painted patterns. What they saw is preserved beneath a plexi-glass case in the twin parlor on the left, and recreated in both parlors by artists skilled in Trompe l’oeil. From the parlor, we entered the dining room, set with china that travelled to Indiana by train, in its own seat, with a ticket purchased to ensure its safety. Dinner would have been by candlelight when the fine dishes first graced Hillforest, then by lantern, and then by gas. In fact, the dining room houses an original gasolier, a candle chandelier converted to gas in the 1890s. No doubt dinner guests would have enjoyed wine with their meal, with servants bringing a selection from the wine cellar through a doorway behind the staircase. We made a brief visit to the cool, stone room that now displays kitchen containers and gadgets of yesteryear, including oversized crank-powered appliances that cored apples and pitted cherries. We next climbed the stairs to a breathtaking view of Hillforest’s architectural beauty and symmetry. Apparently, the area would’ve been breathtaking for its residents too, especially in winter, because with no fireplace in the area, it’s cold. The women’s breakfast nook provides sweeping views of the river, along with the most curious ornaments and wreaths I’ve ever seen: delicate, intricately patterned, and made of human hair.

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No records show who slept in which bedrooms, but all are relatively large. One serves as Hillforest’s museum, with rotating exhibits of maps, heirlooms and family correspondence. Another is decorated with a children’s theme and features toys, including blocks found in the attic. The blocks have letters on their sides, and also Roman numerals. And finally, the room most likely to be the master has windows overlooking the Ohio River, a portrait of a female relation, and the energy and antics of a ghost. J Barbara Littner David is a local writer and mother of five. She is the author of Cincinnati Trips for Kids, a collection of more than 40 great Cincinnati-area attractions.

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HILLFOREST VICTORIAN HOUSE MUSEUM 213 5th St., Aurora, IN 812-926-0087 • hillforest.org

Hours: Open for tours from 1 - 5 p.m. April 1 - Dec. 30 (last tour begins at 4:30 p.m.) Admission: $6 adults and students ages 13 and older, $3 ages 7 - 13, free ages 6 and younger A Victorian Christmas, featuring the house in traditional decorations for the holidays, runs Nov. 20 - Dec. 30; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.



LEARNING DISORDERS EARLY DETECTION By Tina Pratt

When your first child has a learning disorder, you may not realize it until you have another child to compare him to.

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ewind three years … my oldest was just shy of his second birthday. He had severe acid reflux and multiple ear infections since birth. He received tubes just before his second birthday, but something still seemed off. At the time, I worked as a special education teacher, so I knew which checklists to follow, that free early intervention services were available if he qualified, and who to contact for support. I followed all of his developmental milestones, answered all of the developmental questions at his well-child visits, (he was meeting them), but my gut told me his language articulation was not where it should be. Pediatricians only get to see a brief “snapshot” of children at each

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visit and although mine did not express any concerns about my son’s articulation, I was still concerned. He would easily become frustrated if I didn’t understand what he was trying to tell me, would often point to things versus talking, very few people could understand what he was saying, and most of his words missed the ending sounds. So I contacted our pediatrician to inform him I was requesting an evaluation, and then called the local early intervention provider Ohio Help Me Grow, a division of the Ohio Department of Health dedicated to providing parents of children through age 3 the support and education necessary to help them enjoy long-term success. It was helpful having an unbiased set of eyes evaluate him. They picked up on speech patterns that I

had not noticed, but I was right: he qualified for speech and language services. We met and created an Individual Family Support Plan (IFSP) and then my son immediately began receiving intervention support. We were taught and provided fun activities to work on at home to help build his articulation skills. It helped me become a better parent and educator, and when my son was about to turn 3, Help Me Grow assisted in coordinating an evaluation with our local school district. Fast forward to present ... my son will be 5 this month and just had a reevaluation to determine if he’s eligible to continue with speech and language services. He’s meeting all of the articulation milestones for his age. Without early intervention he would not be where he is at today.

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He would not have the deep understanding of letters, their sounds, and how to make blends (all great for early literacy skills too!) and he would probably still be calling cookies “tooties.” Unfamiliar listeners can understand him now, but even more importantly his self-confidence has skyrocketed. Now my second child is 2, and is showing many of the same behaviors my first did as well as biting occasionally. I notice that I spend a lot of time translating what she’s saying to unfamiliar listeners. After seeing the growth my son made with early intervention I know it’s important for an unbiased set of eyes to take a look at my daughter. I completed the screener with a Help Me Grow Service coordinator (which includes questions about hearing, vision,


development meal times, bedtime, routines, times of the day that go well and times of the day that are challenging) and she will be evaluated soon. Local parent and Help Me Grow client Lauren G. says, “Having free or affordable access to early intervention services is priceless when it comes to helping your child succeed. Without these services I have no doubt that our child would not be as successful as he is today. Early intervention is so important in helping a child stay on track and achieve their maximum potential.” There are decades of research that support the services offered by groups like Help Me Grow, or Kentucky’s First Steps in Kentucky. The U.S. Department of Education reports that there are three primary reasons for early intervention: 1) to enhance the child’s development, 2) to provide support and assistance to the family, and 3) to maximize the child’s and family’s benefit to society. Research in childhood development has found “that the rate of human learning and development is most rapid in the preschool years. Timing of intervention becomes particularly important when a child runs the risk of missing an opportunity to learn during a state of maximum readiness.” (Source: U.S. Department of Education) DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONES TO BE AWARE OF: • Gross motor: using large groups of muscles to sit, stand, walk, run, keep balance, and change positions • Fine motor: using hands to be able to eat, draw, dress, play, and write • Language: speaking, using body language and gestures, communicating, and understanding what others say

If you feel that your child is not developing the same way kids the same age do — not interacting with adults/peers, not walking, babbling, using words, unable to hear certain sounds, holds objects too close to their face — speak up. If you’re a first-time mom, tap into your resources! Ask friends who have kids, go to a park and watch same-aged peers, ask your daycare provider, talk to your pediatrician and look at milestone checklists. The Centers for Disease Control provides checklists you can use to track your child’s development. Access these checklists at cdc.

• Cognitive: thinking skills including learning, understanding, problemsolving, reasoning and remembering • Social and emotional: interacting with others, having relationships with family, friends and teachers, cooperating, management of emotions, and responding to the feelings of others Your child’s pediatrician will ask you developmental questions in these areas at well-child visits.

gov/ncbddd/actearly/index.html. For information on age-appropriate speech and language skills, check the American Speech-LanguageHearing Association at asha.org. Just remember … although there are general guidelines, ALL kids develop at different rates. Don’t panic if your child isn’t walking as soon as your neighbor’s son did. But do trust your instincts, and if something doesn’t seem right, contact your pediatrician. J Tina Pratt is a local mom of two and a behavior intervention coach with an M.Ed in special education and early childhood education.

Guide to Growth through the First Year One Month

• Imitates or responds

to smiling person with occasional smile

• Raises head slightly off floor when lying on stomach

• Holds head up briefly when supported

• Vocalizes

Three Months • Lifts head and chest when lying on stomach

• Briefly watches and follows object with eyes

• Vigorous body movement

• Avoids mildly

annoying sensations (placement of cloth on face)

• Some “Noise in Throat” sounds

Two Months • Holds head erect,

bobbing, when supported in sitting position

• Follows moving person with eyes

Head control is improving

as a rattle, held near hand

• May begin reaching • Follows moving

object when held in sitting position

• Laughs aloud • Enjoys play

Six Months • Sits with minimal support

• Recognizes bottle or

• Rolls from back to

• Coos and chuckles

• Transfers objects from

breast

Four Months • Good head control • Rolls from side to side

• Takes objects, such

stomach

without falling

• Plays with two

objects at the same time

• Says “Ma-Ma” or “Ba-ba”

One Year • Pulls self to standing — may step with support

• Picks things up with

thumb and one finger

• Stacks two blocks • Gives toys on request

hand to hand and from hand to mouth

• Gives affection

• Babbles more than

• Follows simple

two sounds

Nine Months • Sits alone and

changes position

directions accompanied by

gestures • May say two or three words

For more information about Ohio’s Help Me Grow program, visit HelpMeGrow.Ohio.gov. For further information about Kentucky’s First Steps, visit kyfirststeps.org

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WINNING OVER ENDANGERED

EMPATHY

By Sherry Hang

Children are born kind, but they face all kinds of social challenges growing up. Lead them by example through compassion.

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n a hot summer day, Beth Nowak’s 6-year-old daughter thought the neighborhood dogs taking afternoon walks might be thirsty. She asked her mom if she could put a bucket of water at the end of the driveway for passing canines to enjoy. She realized she needed a sign: FREE WATER! And on the heels of that, she figured the dogs’ humans might be parched, too. Perhaps she should put out lemonade for them, too!

This thoughtfulness makes we grown-ups smile. It’s sweet. But we also know that soon enough, this caring little girl can become jaded. Thirsty dogs and their human companions will be someone else’s problem to solve. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Parents can encourage this mix of caring and creativity that children display so naturally, and the best part is that the necessary ingredient already resides in their hearts. It’s called empathy.

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WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO EMPATHETIC? Some scholars define empathy as the ability to understand another person’s perspective and feelings about a situation. Others add that an empathetic person will respond to that understanding — a child offers a favorite toy to an upset friend, for example. Although there is debate over empathy as a natural-born quality, plenty of evidence supports the idea that it is instinctive in children. (please turn the page)

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WINNING OVER EMPATHY Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology, located in Germany, conducted a study in which 3- and 5-year-olds watched a puppet “steal” items from another puppet. They found that the children would then take those “stolen” items from the misbehaving puppet and return them to the original owner — indicating that preschoolers could show concern for others and even go so far as to help by returning the items. “I believe children are innately altruistic,” says Nowak, who is also the founder of GivingFamilies.com, a program that helps subscribing families find ways to tap into their children’s giving nature with Family Giving Challenges — activities for ages 3 - 7 to do with their parents that demonstrate and encourage generosity, like making Christmas cards for seniors. In spite of its seemingly natural origins, researchers are finding that empathy in general is on the decline. A 2010 University of Michigan at Ann Arbor study found that college students’ self-reported empathy has been decreasing since 1980. What’s happening to cause the decline? Theories abound, including an increase in screen time, which lends itself to social isolation. Anonymity makes it easier for us to dismiss people in need of sympathy. When our “friendships” are limited to social media and screens, it keeps us from engaging with real people in the real, huggable, world. For Nowak, empathy’s decline can be traced to reward systems that typically begin around pottytraining time. When we reward a tot for good or desirable behavior (like making it to the potty on time or sharing with another tot), children learn to focus on the reward and not

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the actual behavior. Do this enough, and you have a child more interested in racking up achievements for a prize rather than developing a kind and generous character. Unintentionally or not, we can actually grind the kindness right out of children. A tendency toward meanness has infiltrated our world, even our senses of humor: Fail videos and SnarkEcards are popular. Sarcasm and cynicism have reached the point where news-devoted web sites have developed sections titled “Good News,” aiming to bring back a little joy and kindness to the world. And it’s affecting kids. As early as age 4, kids learn to group like items, and discriminate against those that don’t belong. Studies at the University of Texas put children in different colored t-shirts to observe whether they would eventually develop biases based on those shirts. The study found that if adults ignored the t-shirts, kids did too. But if the adults grouped kids by the color of their t-shirt, or drew attention to the blue t-shirts’ accomplishments over the red t-shirts’, kids began to think more highly of their own t-shirtwearing peers than those wearing other colors. It’s not hard to imagine these kids taking the next step from recognizing differences to punishing others for being different.

BRINGING CHILDREN BACK FROM THE BRINK OF “MEAN” READ. Frequent readers of fiction have a greater capacity for empathy, according to a study from York University in Toronto. Why? Reading requires the use of the imagination. When reading, children actively engaged in picturing the character,

his environment, what his friends look like, and how he feels about them. It’s the same kind of imagination required of empathy — you have to be able to picture yourself in someone else’s shoes before you can understand what the world looks like through their eyes. ROLE MODEL. Kids are natural mimics, and if Mom or Dad is working to make their corner of the world a better place, kids learn they should, too. VOLUNTEER. Involving kids in volunteer tasks, whether it’s an organized effort or something as simple as picking up litter in the park, teaches them about others and how others may need help. These activities also make for great conversation starters. Eventually, Nowak says, kids who volunteer with their families will go from active participants to idea generators, because the creativity that nurtures their empathy also develops their problem-solving skills. BE UNAFRAID. It’s OK for kids to know that bad things happen. “Even at a young age, kids are ready for the world,” says Nowak. It teaches them how to be grateful for what they have. With your guidance, learning about bad things also teaches them about all the good they can do. They are reminded that they can make a difference in the lives of others. In an increasingly cynical world, kids are powerful because of their unlimited capacity for kindness. But it’s up to us to keep them that way. J Sherry Hang is editor for this publication.

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Education & Enrichment Opportunities ARTS The Art Workshop 3130 Wasson Road, Cincinnati theartworkshopinc.net

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After school art enrichment classes. Monday through Friday and all day Saturday. Flexible schedule available so you can come when you want. Pottery wheel, painting, drawing, clay and sculpture are just a few of the options available. Preschool, mom and me, and home school classes also available. Located in Hyde Park.

Calico Children’s Theatre - UC Clermont College 4200 Clermont College Drive, Batavia 513-558-ARTS (2787) ucclermont.edu/community/arts/calico_theatre.html • clc-artsandevents@uc.edu

At Calico Children’s Theatre, our goal is to provide an experience where a child’s imagination can soar while maintaining quality and affordable pricing for our audiences. We hope that each visit to the theatre sparks curiosity in our youth to educate and incorporate the lessons they learn into their everyday lives. There’s nothing like witnessing the light in a child’s eyes as the curtains open and the stage comes alive!

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati/ArtReach Performance Venue at The Taft Theater 5th & Sycamore Streets, Cincinnati thechildrenstheatre.com

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Offering professional theatrical productions for families and students with productions timed for young patrons. ArtReach offers touring productions, while WorkShops feature educational outreach programs. Learning the Craft Classes are six-week sessions of drama, vocal music, and dance classes for students at all levels of ability and interest. The staff of professionals teaches children 6 - 18 yrs. the techniques and principles behind the art of musical theater.

Cincinnati Ballet, Otto M. Budig Academy 1555 Central Pkwy., Cincinnati 11444 Deerfield Road, Ste. A, Cincinnati cballet.org

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The region’s only pre-professional ballet training program combines professional instruction, performance opportunities and a strong connection to Cincinnati Ballet. Classes are held in the state-of-the-art studios where Cincinnati Ballet Company dancers rehearse. Ballet students frequently interact with company dancers, gaining insight into the life of a professional dancer.

de la Dance Center 3833 Eastern Ave., Cincinnati delaartsplace.com

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Classes for children and adults! Explore your love of dance. Classes focus on rhythm, music, coordination, creativity and dance. Registering students for fall classes now! 9 week sessions available.

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Come see why Brooke Anderson of Entertainment Tonight called Gray Studios the ”child star making machine.” Gray Studios offers classes and monthly intensive film/TV curriculum to compliment theater training, with agents, managers, celebrities and special guests.

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

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Mason Dance Center provides an opportunity for anyone, ages 3 - adult, to discover the joys of dance. Register now for fall classes. Ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, modern, pre-professional ballet, pre-dance combos, adult classes.

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Premier Tumbling and Dance 679 Loveland Maderia Road, Loveland premiertumblinganddance.com

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The Silver Diva 9797 Montgomery Road, #F, Cincinnati thesilverdiva.com

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Would you like your children to participate in a wholesome activity that promotes good health and athleticism while building confidence and self-esteem? Try Premier Tumbling and Dance. We offer a variety of classes including tumbling, acro, ballet, hip-hop, jazz, pre-school and after-school programs, as well as adult fitness classes. Recreational or competitive dance teams. Serving the Cincinnati area with our newly updated 20,000 sq. ft. dance studio.

Committed to the fine arts which emphasizes educating the child as a whole. A professional level studio is qualified to accentuate and strengthen your child’s learning through updates of the latest dance techniques and methods with creative strategies. Open to ages 2.5 - adult in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, pointe and a competition team. Sign ups open during the entire season.

Stamping jewelry is a great after school activity or you can bring your children in for our Wednesday evening classes from 7 - 8:30 p.m. to hand stamp bracelets, keychains, necklaces, dog tags and so much more! No experience required. Fun for ages 6 and up. Instruction is always free. Make jewelry and accessories from this store or our sister store Stampin Off The Path.

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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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Tippi Toes Dance Company cheerfully provides children with a fun, positive and nurturing environment so they are able to experience the joys of dance, self-expression and movement. Classes are specifically designed to develop motor skills and body awareness while enhancing each child’s self-esteem. Open enrollment throughout the year – it’s never too late to join!

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We start beginners and finish winners! Students are given top training in all the seats of equitation: Balanced Seat, Saddle Seat, Western Seat and Hunt Seat. We have two indoor and one outdoor arena, which allow us to provide lessons to our students all year, through every season. Our philosophy is three fold: to make each student a better horseman, rider and person, to help each student to learn to love and respect the horses and one another, and to learn to be more responsible and hard working.

The Campus at Kids First 7900 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati thecampuskf.com

513-629-5437

Chai Tots Early Childhood Center 7587 Central Parke Blvd., Mason chaitots.com

513-234-0600

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

513-683-4757

Cincinnati Country Day School 6905 Given Road, Cincinnati countryday.net

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Engineering For Kids 8156 Mall Road, Florence, KY engineeringforkids.com/location/nky

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The Kinder Garden School 10969 Reed Hartman Hwy., Blue Ash 5900 West Chester Road, Ste. C, West Chester kindergardenschool.com

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Rockwern Academy 8401 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati rockwernacademy.org

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Private, full-day Kindergarten! We offer the premier early learning experience for children ages 6 wks. - Kindergarten. As the only early learning center in the area to make physical education a priority, we give your child an academic edge by integrating a physical education curriculum into every child’s daily schedule. Campus Kids receive the most well-rounded physical and academic education, but your child’s long-term happiness and emotional well-being always comes first at The Campus.

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Since 1972, Children’s Meeting House Montessori School has been using Montessori principles, materials and dedicated teachers to empower children to develop at a pace inspired by their own love of discovery. To learn more about our pre-school options, enrichment programs, summer camps and our woodland campus visit our website.

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CCDS is a co-educational, independent, college-preparatory school for students from 18 mos. - grade 12. Located on a beautiful 62-acre campus in Indian Hill. Merit and need-based tuition assistance is available.

Music, Dance, Acting, Gymnastics in one location.

Engineering For Kids® brings the wonder and excitement of STEM education (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) to children ages 4 - 14 through a variety of hands-on learning experiences. Our programs include: classes, camps, parties and workshops. Create your own video game! Design a hot air balloon! Build rockets, roller coasters, and robots! Have your school start an after-school program with us or sign your child up for our evening workshops at our learning center.

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Celebrating 11 great years! Together with interaction of child, staff and family, we develop the complete child. We provide formative encouragement and knowledge with hands-on staff taking a personal interest in family and holistic education decisions for the child. Devoted to growing a child’s wish to flourish and learn by cultivating curiosity and problem-solving proficiency.

A premiere Jewish day school focused on academic excellence since 1952. Educating students from 18 mos. - grade 8. Rockwern Academy is a community of learners where students, families and teachers join together to ensure that every individual child is free to rise to challenges and soar, academically and personally. Rockwern Academy has created a culture of excellence, reflected by our teachers, programs, curriculum and our commitment to fostering a love of Jewish life and learning.

Summit Country Day School 2161 Grandin Road, Cincinnati summitcds.org

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CUT YOUR OWN TREE: 3 FAVE TREE FARMS Go back to basics this year and cut down your own Christmas tree! Here are few farms (that offer additional activities, too) to explore with the kids: 1. BIG TREE PLANTATION - OPEN 11/28 - 12/23 2544 South Waynesville Road, Morrow; 513-836-0975 bigtreeplantation.com 2. BARTELS FARM - OPEN 11/27 - 12/20 4427 Cotton Run Road, Hamilton; 513-795-2271 bartelsfarm.com 3. JOHN T. NIEMAN NURSERY - OPENS 11/21 3215 Hamilton New London Road, Hamilton; 513-738-1012 johnniemannnursery.com/Christmas-Trees.html

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LIGHT UP YOUR

FUN! LOCAL LIGHT DISPLAYS!

Pack the kids up in the car and head out for neighborhood light displays, but also mark your calendar for these other annual events. It’s time to “ooh” and “aah”! The CINCINNATI ZOO &

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vehicle. Visit holidayinlights.com.

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NOVEMBER HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

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ooking for train displays or an outdoor event for the fam? This month’s got something for everyone. Plus, find even more in “THINGS TO DO,” beginning on page 31!

All Aboard for Trains CHRISTMAS AT ENTERTRAINMENT JUNCTION (7379 Squire Ct., West Chester) kicks off Saturday, Nov. 14. “Journey to the North Pole” to meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus, see winter train displays and more. Visit entertrainmentjunction.com for a complete schedule. HOLIDAY TOY TRAINS

AT BEHRINGER-CRAWFORD MUSEUM (1600

Montague Road, Covington) rolls out Saturday, Nov. 21 — more than 250 feet of model train tracks! See the Christmas in Victorian England exhibit, too. It’s all free with admission ($9 adults, $8 seniors, $5 ages 3 - 17); visit bcmuseum.org. HOLIDAY JUNCTION

AT CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER (1301 Western Ave.) opens Friday, Nov. 6, and promises more lights, new trains, visits with Santa, a kids’ train ride, vintage toys and more. Visit cincymuseum.org/holiday/duke-energyholiday-trains. Hop aboard the NORTH POLE EXPRESS from the Lebanon Mason & Monroe Railroad (127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon) and journey to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus while enjoying holiday treats. Rides sell out, so get your tickets! ($11 - $22). Visit lebanonrr.com for a schedule of departure times.

Bundle Up! MACY’S DOWNTOWN DAZZLE returns on Nov. 28, Dec. 5 and 12. Watch Santa rappel down the side of the 525 Vine at the Huntington Center, followed by fireworks

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and visits with Santa in Macy’s Fountain Place. Enjoy live entertainment and a ride on the Metro’s Holly Jolly Trolley or a horse-drawn carriage ride. Get the schedule at downtowncincinnati.com. Cool off with snow tubing at BEACH MOUNTAIN (2590 Waterpark Drive, Mason), opening Friday, Nov. 20! Kids can ride the lanes in snow tubes, or play in the kids’ area for snowman building, small hill sledding (sleds are provided) and holiday pictures. Visit thebeachmountain.com for weather reports, prices and hours. Head to Waynesville for

CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE, a small-town holiday

experience with 1,300 luminaries on Friday and Saturday evenings, carriage rides, live entertainment, holiday eating and shopping. 6 - 9 p.m. Dec. 4, 12 - 9 p.m. Dec. 5, and 12 - 5 p.m. Dec. 6. Visit ohioslargestplayground.com.

Holiday History Travel back in time to a 19thCentury holiday during Holly Days at HERITAGE VILLAGE MUSEUM (11450 Lebanon Road, inside Sharon Woods). Visit historical buildings decorated in 1800s style, enjoy stories, crafts and music. Open 12 - 4 p.m. Dec. 12 13; $8 adults, $5 ages 5 - 11. Visit heritagevillagecincinnati.org. It’s the annual Antique Christmas at the TAFT MUSEUM OF ART (316 Pike St.)! Explore beautiful antique ornaments, decorations and toys. On display through Jan. 3; $10 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17; free on Sundays; visit taftmuseum.org. Ohio National’s VICTORIAN HOLIDAY VILLAGE is a bright note in the holiday season, and includes photos with St. Nick, hot chocolate and cookies, and a charming display of a Victorian Village. Located on the grounds of Ohio National Financial Services (Pfeiffer Road and I-71 interchange), the display benefits the Freestore Foodbank through your donation of a non-perishable food item. Open 6 - 8:30 p.m. Dec. 4, 10 and 11, and 5 - 8:30 p.m. Dec. 5.

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cuba Santa is heading to the Newport Aquarium (1 Aquarium Way, Newport on the Levee) for his 13th holiday season, and this year he is bringing a whole new

experience for families. Holiday Under the Sea With Scuba Santa tells the story of how the holiday season is celebrated under the sea, blending everyone’s favorite scuba-diving Santa with unique galleries and indoor bubble showers, making you feel like you’re right there with the Jolly Old Elf! The exhibit kicks off on Nov. 27, get your tickets online at newportaquarium.com!

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he Thanksgiving Day Race is a perfect way to work up an appetite before your big meal! The race will celebrate the 106th anniversary of the of the 10K run, and it’s a great

way to contribute to local charities while doing something good for yourself — just head to the website and choose from over a dozen different local organizations to lend your support. The race starts at 9 a.m. on Nov. 26, and begins and ends at Paul Brown Stadium. Registration fees vary from $32 - $40, and runners can sign up online at thanksgivingdayrace.com!

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t’s a skating spectacular full of classic Disney moments — get tangled up with Rapunzel and Flynn, and meet the Disney princesses: Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, Aurora, Tiana, Mulan, and Snow White. Then set sail with Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, and Captain Hook and his pirate pals before trekking to the wilds of Africa with Simba and Nala. Finally, fall into Wonderland with Alice and the Mad Hatter as they march with the Queen of Hearts’ Army of Cards. Presented by Stonyfield YoKids Organic Yogurt. 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Nov. 1. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St.; 11 a.m., 3 p.m.; $13 - $60; usbankarena.com.

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NOVEMBER events requiring advance registration begin on page 53.

sun 1 CAROUSEL

Billy Bigelow is a carefree carnival barker that is now desperate to provide a decent life for his pregnant wife. Unfortunately, that attempt meant first robbing a bank, which resulted in his capture, arrest, and suicide. Fifteen years later, Billy is granted a single day on earth to meet his daughter. College Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati campus, Jefferson Ave.; 2 p.m.; $31 - $35 general public, $20 $24 students, $18 - $22 UC students; 513-556-4183 or ccm.uc.edu.

CONSERVATION CONNECTION

Bring a snack to share and enjoy the new wildlife views at the Welcome Center, then learn how to participate in the Feederwatch citizen science program, get some bird count training, and more. Forest Run MetroPark, 1976 Timberman Road, Hamilton; 2 - 3 p.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

SCAT HAPPENS

During this not-so-smelly program, participants look at how important scat is for the wild kingdom, and even get to test their “poop ID” skills. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

SKETCHING SUNDAY

View the CAM in a whole new way — through sketching! Stop by the Front Lobby to pick up your supplies kit and sketchbook, then sketch anywhere you like, or use a prompt to help jump start your creativity. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 1 - 4 p.m.; a $5 refundable deposit is required to check out a supplies kit; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum. org.

SPIDERS

Please see “Things to Do” opener on page 31 for details.

What’s better than eight legs, two body parts and many eyes? Not much! Find out why it’s so great to be a spider. Highfield Discovery Garden inside Glenwood Gardens, 10397 Springfield Pike; 1 p.m., 4 p.m.; $2 plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County motor vehicle permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

FALL COLORS HIKE

THE ART OF THE BRICK

DISNEY ON ICE: TREASURE TROVE

Enjoy the fall colors and migrating birds as you take in the scenic view of the Ohio River along the trail. Trout Lily Trail, Withrow Nature Preserve, 7075 Five Mile Road; 9 a.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

FREE FAMILY ARTVENTURES ARTSTOP

Visit a docent at an interactive art cart in the galleries for hands-on activities every Sunday at the CAM. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 3 p.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

HIGH SCHOOL ALIEN

Everyday challenges of fitting in and making friends take on new meaning for a group of freshmen when an alien refugee from outer space enrolls at their school in this production for ages 7 and older from Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. The Carnegie Center of Columbia Tusculum, 3738 Eastern Ave.; 2:30 p.m.; free admission with advance registration, $5 per person at the door; 513-473-5745 or thecarnegiecenter.org.

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Check out Legos in a whole new light in this exhibit that demonstrates the power of the imagination! The Art of the Brick is the first major museum exhibition to use Lego bricks as the sole art medium, transforming them into tremendous, thought-provoking sculptures. Walk through art history, explore historic works, and enjoy over 50 original works, including a series of life-sized human figures and a 20-footlong T-Rex skeleton. Exhibit remains open through April 2016. Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; $19.50 adults, $12.50 children, $17.50 seniors; 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.

U.S. BANK ICE RINK OPENS

Bring your skates (or rent a pair) for some downtown ice-skating! Enjoy nearby coffee shops and restaurants, and special events throughout the holiday season, including a Turkey Bowl on Nov. 24, Macy’s Light Up the Square on Nov. 28, and Santa Skates every Saturday and Sunday from Nov. 28 through Dec. 20! Holiday hours are 12 - 10 p.m. Mon - Thu, 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. Fri - Sat, and 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sun through Dec. 18; 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. Dec.

19 - Jan. 4; and 12 - 5 p.m. Mon - Thu, and 12 - 9 p.m. Fri - Sun, Jan. 4 Feb. 15. U.S. Bank Ice Rink, Fountain Square, Vine St.; $6 admission and $4 skate rental; myfountainsquare.com.

WIGGIN’ OUT 5K RACE

Join a hilarious 5K race that’s all about the wigs — borrow one or bring one of your own! Enjoy the race, awards, a silent auction, bounce houses, music, refreshments and games, all to benefit the Dragonfly Foundation and the Pinnacle Wrestling Club. Fleckenstein Park, 3834 Mason Montgomery Road, Mason; 2 - 6 p.m.; $25 adults, $10 students, free for one-mile stroll; pinnaclewrestling.net.

mon 2 FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHT

Kids, teens and adults are invited to play games and enjoy a few snacks at the library this evening. Erlanger Branch, Kenton County Public Library, 401 Kenton Lands Road, Erlanger; 7 8 p.m.; 859-962-4000 or kentonlibrary. org.

FREE HOMEWORK PARTY

Need some help with your homework, or just like company while you work? Come to the library for a homework party — enjoy a snack and get homework help. Covington Library, Kenton County Public Library, 502 Scott Boulevard, Covington; 3:30 - 5 p.m.; 859-962-4060 or kentonlibrary. org.

FREE TINY TOTS STORY TIME

Bring your babies, ages 18 months to 2-and-a-half-years, for on-the-floor, interactive fun that encourages a love of books and begins to build six prereading skills through books, finger plays, songs and playtime. Scheben Branch, Boone County Public Library, 8899 U.S. 42, Union; 10 a.m.; 859342-2665 or bcpl.org.

tue 3 FREE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP

Meet other moms and get tips and advice on breastfeeding. Blue Cocoon’s Mommy and Me Play Cafe, 9361 Montgomery Road; 11:15 a.m. Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24; 513-791-1089 or bluecocoonbaby.com.

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NATURE STORIES: ANIMAL HOMES

Parents and their children are invited to join the naturalist for a fun story and activity about animals and their homes. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 11 a.m., 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

wed 4 BILINGUAL BABY

Through simple rhymes, stories, songs, and rhythmical activities already familiar to parents and children, families will easily become familiar with typical daily words and phrases. Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, French and more! Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 10:30 a.m.; $12; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

FALL FOR ART

Use the colors of fall to get inspired, examine art inspired by nature, and make a project of your own to take home. Programs held at 10:45 a.m., 1 and 4 p.m. Wed - Sat, and 1 and 4 p.m. Sun, Nov. 4 - 15. Highfield Discovery Garden inside Glenwood Gardens, 10397 Springfield Pike; $2 plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County motor vehicle permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

thu 5 FREE MANABABIES

Join this fun introduction to language for your smallest ManaBabies, including finger plays, rhymes, songs and bouncy time. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 - 11 a.m. Nov. 5 and 19; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks. com.

FREE MOM TO MOM

Meet other new moms for support, encouragement, understanding, and answers to all your new-mom questions. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 10:30 a.m. Nov. 5, 12 and 19; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies. com.

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Ages 2 and older are invited to join Miss Alicia for stories and fun. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10 - 10:30 a.m. Nov. 5 and 19; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

THURSDAY ART PLAY: UNDER THE SEA

EXPERIENCE: Cincinnati Museum Center By Tina Pratt

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TUMMY TIME

wo years ago when we moved to the area, one of the first places we visited was Cincinnati Museum Center. After one visit, we knew we needed to become members! Two years and multiple visits later we STILL have not explored the entire museum. Every trip we make we always starts with the Museum of Natural History & Science. My son enjoys seeing the big skeleton as we enter and then quickly darts down the ramps to the bats. We then head into the caves! The caves are an amazing display of the small spaces, dripping water, cave bugs, and stalagmites … or “cave popsicles” as my son calls them. As soon as you think you are through, you turn a corner and there is more to explore! There are two different paths. One is more challenging and the other is wheelchair accessible. Surprisingly my 2-year-old daughter wanted to do the challenging course just like her brother! After the caves we always head to the BIG sandbox. My kids enjoy climbing in and having the sand run through their fingers. There are many sand toys to play with too. When they are ready they always want to head downstairs. You can feel their excitement as the elevator opens, and then they are off and playing. The Duke Energy Children’s Museum is full of hands-on and interactive activities. They quickly move from the Energy Zone, to Kid’s Town, the grocery store, the diner, the construction area, the light table, the musical instruments, Little Sprouts Farm, the large water table and river, and then the Woods. We could easily spend all day there! If that isn’t enough, the museum always has special exhibits! My son is pumped about “The Art of the Brick.” He considers himself a “Lego Master,” so I will be taking him on a mother/ son date to see the world’s largest display of Lego art, which will be on display through May 1, 2016. Cincinnati Museum Center is located at 1301 Western Ave. Call 513-287-7000 or visit cincymuseum.org.

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Celebrate the newest addition to the UnMuseum, Coral City, with some marine-inspired artwork. Design a sailboat, create a mini coral reef, and make an underwater sea globe. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St.; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $5.50 seniors, free ages 4 and younger); 513-3458405 or contemporaryartscenter.org. Babies need to develop core strength, and time on their tummies is a great way to do exactly that. During these facilitated open-play sessions, parents will learn creative ways to stimulate their babies’ senses, all while helping them to love tummy time. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 10:30 a.m.; $12; 513591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

fri 6 ANTIQUE CHRISTMAS

Bring the whole family to experience the wonder and joy of beautiful antique ornaments, decorations, and old-fashioned toys in this annual exhibit that celebrates the holidays. Antique Christmas will remain on display through Jan. 3, 2016. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St.; $10 adults, $5 ages 6 - 17, free ages 5 and younger, free to all on Sundays; 513-684-4515 or taftmuseum.org.

CYCLONES HOCKEY NIGHT

All Cincinnati Cyclones fans ages 2 - 12 can receive a free kids’ meal, including an entree, side item, and beverage to enjoy while they cheer on the team. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St.; 6:30 p.m.; tickets start at $13; 513421-7825 or cycloneshockey.com.

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FREE FALL MUSIC SERIES AT PHILIPPUS

Rick Sowash is an internationally recognized composer, who has written more than 200 musical works. Tonight’s program features premiere performances of three of his works written specifically for the Sylvan Trio in a concert emceed by the composer himself. Philippus United Church of Christ, 106 West McMicken Ave.; 8 p.m.; 513-241-5244.

FAMILY FUN FRIDAY AT THE PLACE RETRO ARCADE

Bring your immediate family to play all evening for a flat fee — no quarters are needed! Check out more than 60 retro arcade games like Donkey Kong and Asteroids, as well as console games on XBox and PlayStation. The Place Retro Arcade, 4069 East Galbraith Road; 6 - 11 p.m. Nov. 6, 13 and 20; $20; 513-745-0803 or theplaceretroarcade.weebly.com.

FITTON FAMILY FRIDAY

The Lexington Children’s Theatre presents their take on The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe in this tale designed for ages 7 and older. The famous C.S. Lewis story of family, trust, and finding courage is brought to life as audiences re-discover Narnia like they’ve never seen it before! A reception begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the 7:30 p.m. performance. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 South Monument Avenue, Hamilton; 6:30 p.m.; free ages 15 and younger (limit of four children per paying adult), $10 adult members, $12 adult nonmembers; 513-863-8873 or fittoncenter.org.

HOLIDAY JUNCTION

It’s back with more lights, new trains, and plenty of family-friendly activities to help keep the season magical. The Duke Energy Holiday Trains rolls into Cincinnati Museum Center, traveling at actual scale speed, with more than 300 miniature rail cars, 60 engines, and a thousand feet of track. Don’t miss out on an annual favorite with special visits from Santa beginning Nov. 27, and more! Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; free with admission (all museums pass $14.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $10.50 ages 3 - 12, $5.50 ages 1 - 2); 513-287-7000 or cincymuseum.org.


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Survival is tough enough without frigid temps and wintry precipitation. Explore the strategies used by local wildlife to make it to spring, and meet a few animals up close. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 11 a.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

WINE WOMEN AND SONG

Enjoy complimentary refreshments while listening to the contemporary acoustic sounds of Garcia & Scott. Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield; 8 p.m.; $15 - $20; 513-867-5348 or fairfield-city. org/tickets.

sat 7 40TH ANNUAL DAYTON TRAIN SHOW

Presented by the National Model Railroad Association, this train show is the largest exhibition of operating layouts in Ohio, including more than 500 dealer tables, hourly door prizes (including two Thomas Train sets per day), clinics on train care and model building, train rides for kids and more! Boy Scouts can earn Early Railroading Merit Bade with RSVP. Hara Arena, 1001 Shiloh Springs Road, Dayton; 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Nov. 7, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Nov. 8; $6 per person, $5 active military with ID, free ages 12 and young; daytontrainshow.com.

FREE ALL CITY BOYCHOIR FESTIVAL

Boys from all over the city are invited to join members of the Cincinnati Boychoir to learn to sing together, play music theory games, and put on a final performance at the end of the day in the Aronoff Center for the Arts! Open to boys in grades 3 - 12. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St.; 1 - 5 p.m.; 513-396-7664 or cincinntiboychoir.org.

FREE AUTUMN ART FAIR AND TIGER LILY PRESS PRINT SALE

Peruse the works of 50 talented artists, as well as fine art prints for sale by local printmakers. Meet the artists and hear them explain their techniques for making art, including original etchings, screen prints, woodblocks, collographs, lithographs, linocuts and

more. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave.; 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 513-497-2860 or cliftonculturalarts.org.

BRASSTACULAR

Kids will delight in the bold and brazen sounds of the brass family instruments in this concert from the Linton Musicians. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7701 Kenwood Road; 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m.; $5; 513-381-6868 or lintonmusic.org.

CONSERVATION CONNECTION: SALAMANDER RUN PLANTING

Join other volunteers from MetroParks and Three Valley Conservation Trust at Salamander Run for woodland and meadow planting of native meadow, shrub and tree stock and seeds. Tools and refreshments will be provided. Butler County MetroParks, 4821 Layhigh Road, Hamilton; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

FREE DECORATE A TREE FOR WILDLIFE

Bring the gang to decorate the trees of the park, which will serve as a food source for local wildlife. Giles Conrad Park, 7500 River Road, Hebron; 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.; 859-334-2283 or boonecountyky.org.

FREE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SYMPOSIUM

Parents are invited to hear from local experts in childhood learning and health and wellness, as well as listen to a keynote address from pediatrician, educator and author Kenneth Ginsburg, who will discuss resilience in both children and teens. RSVP by Nov. 2, however walk-ins are welcome. Summit Country Day School, 2161 Grandin Road; 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.; 513-871-4700 ext. 261 or summitcds.org.

FREE FAMILY ARTVENTURES TOUR

Take a docent-led tour with fun facts and hands-on activities for the whole family. Meet in the Front Lobby. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 1 p.m. Nov. 7, 14, 21 and 28; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum. org.

FREE FAMILY FIRST SATURDAY: THE GREAT OUTDOORS

What’s going on? A lot! Check out performances, artist demonstrations, storytelling, scavenger hunts, and art-making activities. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 12 - 4 p.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

FIRE-N-FOOD

Drop by the Nature PlayScape fire pit for s’mores, then stick around to play! Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

FREE GERMAN STORY TIME

Wilkommen! Learn simple German vocabulary through stories and songs. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 - 11 a.m.; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks. com.

FREE GET HEALTHY! HEALTH FAIR, FAMILY FUN FEST AND OPEN HOUSE

Cincinnati Sports Club and The Christ Hospital present this annual health fair, featuring wellness demonstrations, Q&A with health experts, cooking demos, health screenings for skin cancer and blood pressure, flu shots, fitness competitions and activities for the kids, including visits from local sports mascots. Cincinnati Sports Club, 3950 Red Bank Road; 10 a.m. 4 p.m.; cincinnatisportsclub.com.

PIONEER NIGHT LIFE

Ever wondered what pioneers did after supper? Experience a nightly routine through hands-on activities, games and stories. Visit the Gregory log cabin, go a night hike and finish this family fun-filled evening with s’mores over a warm campfire. Dudley Woods, 5591 Hankins Road; 6 - 8 p.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.

ROLLER DERBY SEASON FINALE

The Black-n-Bluegrass Roller Girls of NKY take the track for the last time this season — check out the fun and exciting world of roller derby in this triple-header that includes a junior’s bout followed by two adult bouts. Black-n-Bluegrass Roller Girls, 3785 Lake Park Drive, Covington; 5 - 9 p.m.;

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TALKIN’ TURKEYS

There’s more to turkeys than just Thanksgiving! Learn all about the history and habits of the park’s largest bird. For ages 8 and older. Winton Center, Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road; 3 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

THE CURE STARTS NOW NIGHT

The Cincinnati Cyclones helps raise awareness of Pediatric Cancer and The Cure Starts Now. The team will wear special #22 jerseys for warm-ups in honor of Lauren Hill. Jerseys will be auctioned off after the game. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St.; 6:30 p.m.; tickets start at $13; 513-4217825 or cycloneshockey.com.

US QUIDDITCH GREAT LAKES REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

Teams from Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Michigan compete at the USQ Great Lakes Regional Championship for the opportunity to attend the national championship, the US Quidditch Cup. Who will be crowned the first Great Lakes Regional Champion? Voice of America MetroPark, 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Nov. 7 and 8; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

VETERANS HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR

Everyone is invited to attend this free event held in honor of Veterans’ Day — the morning’s activities include free flu shots, blood sugar and blood pressure tests, spinal, ear, and memory screenings, massage chairs, fitness and nutrition specialists, Mercy Mobile Mammography Unit (call 513-686-3300 to schedule a screening), and benefits information for veterans, spouses and widows. The festival will also mark the kick-off for Field of Memories, a special area of tribute for the men and women who have defended the nation. Arlington Memorial Gardens, 2145 Compton Road; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; admission to health fair is free, flags may be purchased for $35; 513-521-7003 or amgardens.org. (please turn the page)

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sun 8 DULCIMER TUNES

The Cincinnati Dulcimer Society invites families to enjoy the sweet music of the mountain dulcimer. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 3 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

LAUGHING WITH THE ANIMALS FAMILY CONCERT

Using humor, puppets, toys, sign language, songs and live animals, audience members explore common creatures who share the Earth with them. This hands-on family concert is led by nationally-known entertainer and naturalist David Stokes. Pre-

register online to reserve your spot (pay at the door)! Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 2 p.m.; $3 ages 3 and older, $10 family max by Nov. 15; $5 per person day of concert; 513-831-1711 or cincynature.org.

ORCHID POTTING BEE

Orchid experts are on hand to help you pot or re-pot your orchid plant. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 1 - 4 p.m.; $4 adults, $2 ages 5 12, free ages 4 and younger; 513-4215707 or cincinnatiparks.com/krohn.

SECOND SUNDAY FAMILY SHOWTIME

Celebrate six years of fantastic family performances! This month’s performance features Grammynominee Zak Morgan, who delights

audiences with fun songs, wit and wisdom, and plenty of wordplay. Recommended for grades PreK - 4. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave.; 2 p.m.; free for kids, $5 adults; 513-497-2860 or cliftonculturalarts.org.

TURKEY TALK

Turkeys have made a dramatic comeback in Ohio, from near extinction to numbers in the tens of thousands. Learn where this creature “struts” his stuff — there may even be some in your own backyard! Ellenwood Nature Barn, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

mon 9 KIDS’ DAY AT THE PARK

Hike with a naturalist to learn how nature gets ready for winter. Pin Oak Trail, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 11 a.m., 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

SPANISH SPEAKING PLAYGROUP

Children being raised in a bilingual home or Spanish-speaking household and their parents are invited to this play group to make new friends and share their experiences. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 11 a.m.; a $5 donation is appreciated; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

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PJ Library is a Jewish family engagement program for children ages 8 and younger. Families are sent free books and music each month — come out to hear stories about Jewish tales, holidays, life cycle events and more! blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 - 11 a.m. Nov. 9 and 23; 513-731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

10 and 24; please call for price; 513791-1089 or bluecocoonbaby.com.

FREE TONGUE TIE SUPPORT GROUP

Meet moms with little ones that have been tongue/lip tied, and get all your questions answered. Blue Cocoon’s Mommy and Me Play Cafe, 9361 Montgomery Road; 6:30 p.m.; 513791-1089 or bluecocoonbaby.com.

wed 11 HARPER ART SHOW

Pick up prints by Charley, Edie and Brett Harper or Harper merchandise for the perfect holiday gift. Featured this season are two new ornaments: Blue Jay and Fox. Brett Harper signs copies of his new book, Harper Ever After, from 1 - 3 p.m. on Nov. 14 and 15. Presented by Fabulous Frames & Art; show remains open 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Nov. 11 - 15. Ellenwood Nature Barn, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

thu 12 BREASTFEEDING REALITIES

Join this workshop, led by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, to learn the basics of breastfeeding, including common troubles and solutions, identifying hunger cues, and to debunk a few “old wives’ tales.” Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 6:30 p.m.; $30; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

INFANT CPR

This CPR class is especially for parents of small children. Learn CPR as well as techniques to use if your baby or toddler is choking in this 90-minute class that includes home safety tips and the use of a defibrillator. Blue Cocoon’s Mommy and Me Play Cafe, 9361 Montgomery Road; 6:30 p.m.; please call for price; 513-7911089 or bluecocoonbaby.com.

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Ages 3 - 6 explore a yoga class that uses kids’ music, age-appropriate activities, and adventure themes. Blue Cocoon’s Mommy and Me Play Cafe, 9361 Montgomery Road; 10 a.m. Nov.

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Explore the art of Mark Mothersbaugh and create some special pieces with him in mind. Design a special pair of unique glasses and create a 3D comic book character. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St.; 10:30 11:30 a.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $5.50 seniors, free ages 4 and younger); 513-345-8405 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

fri 13 CINCINNATI MINERAL SOCIETY MEETING

The public is invited to an educational program about rocks and minerals. A children’s program begins at 7:30 p.m., followed by a program for adults and children at 8 p.m. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road;

7:30 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE IT’S PAINT OPENING RECEPTION

The exhibition It’s Paint features Pat Olding’s recent still lifes and local urban landscape that features layers of color. Exhibit remains open through Dec. 3. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave.; 6 - 8 p.m.; 513-4972860 or cliftonculturalarts.org.

THROWBACK NIGHT

The Cincinnati Cyclones are throwing back the prices to $10 tickets plus $1 John Morrell hot dogs, Donatos’ Pizza, soda and beer. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St.; 6:30 p.m.; tickets start at $10; 513-421-7825 or cycloneshockey.com.

sat 14 BIRD WALK AT ROWE WOODS

Fall is in the air and migrants are headed south. Grab your binoculars and take a casual stroll to look for early winter visitors as well as neotropical migrants. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford; 8 - 10 a.m. Nov. 14 and 28; free with admission ($8 adults, $3 ages 4 - 12, $6 seniors and active military); 513-831-1711 or cincynature. org.

CHRISTMAS AT ENTERTRAINMENT JUNCTION

Enjoy the magic of the holidays at the home of the world’s largest indoor train display! Journey to the North Pole to meet Mrs. Claus and Santa, and enjoy some beautiful winter train displays. Exhibit on display through Jan. 2, visit the web site for a schedule of extended hours. Santa goes on vacation after Christmas, so be sure to get in your visit with the Man in Red! EnterTRAINment Junction, 7379 Squire Court, West Chester; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; tickets start at $9.95 for ages 3 - 12, $11.95 for seniors, and $13.95 for adults; 513-898-8000 or entertrainmentjunction.com.

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et ready for Thanksgiving with this turkey of a Funday! Make a bird to take home, explore different animal textures at the Art Cart, and hunt for birds in the art collection. Tom “The Space Painter” Sparough will get things flying with his juggling show at 2 p.m. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St.; 1 - 4 p.m. Call 513-684-4515 or visit taftmuseum.org.

The 2015 Holiday Show at Krohn Conservatory is blossoming with the sweet twist of peppermint! Hop on the Poinsettia Express and explore a landscape of swirling trees and striped blooms, including amaryllis, poinsettias, junipers, and more. Train carrying peppermint candies interweave with “gingerbread” houses made of all natural materials. Holiday magic is in the air with this family-friendly exhibit that will be on display through Jan. 3, 2016. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $7 adults, $4 ages 5 12, free ages 4 and younger; 513-4215707 or cincinnatiparks.com/krohn.

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Visit the Krohn Conservatory for the annual Holiday Show: The Poinsettia Express, and while you’re there, get some tips on creating a natural, homemade holiday with sessions, including Make It Natural (Nov. 14); Make it Edible (Nov. 21); and Make it Local (Nov. 28). Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; free with admission ($7 adults, $4 ages 5 - 12, free ages 4 and younger); 513-421-5707 or cincinnatiparks.com/krohn.

FREE INTERNATIONAL BABYWEARERS

Learn how to babywear safely and confidently through this gathering and the use of a lending library. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; 513-591-2332 or theplaceforfamilies. com.

FREE KIDS & FAMILY EXPO

Cincinnati Family invites families of all ages to the annual Kids & Family Expo! Taking place on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Mason Community Center, this event is loaded with fun for kids, and plenty of great information for parents, including education and enrichment opportunities, local fine arts programs, health and wellness programs, and much more. Enjoy live entertainment and visit with local businesses, organizations and schools, who will share information about their services. We hope to see you there! Mason Community Center, 6050 Mason Montgomery Road, Mason; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 513-2520077 or cincinnatifamilymagazine.com.

MEET A METEORITE

Like rocks? These are out-of-thisworld! Check out the best meteorite collection in the Tri-State — see and hold rocks from outer space, including rocks from the Moon and Mars; learn how meteorites are formed and collected; discover how to tell meteorites from meteor-wrongs; and adopt a meteorite! Participants will also view the stars through the Observatory’s historic telescopes (weather permitting). Cincinnati Observatory, 3489 Observatory Place; 7 - 10 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 children; 513-321-5186 or cincinnatiobservatory. org.

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NUTCRACKER JAZZED UP FESTIVAL

Join this holiday festival complete with live music and caroling, a tree lighting (bring an ornament to hang on the community tree), photos with the de la Dance Company’s dancers, a Christmas pop-up shop, fun with Santa, tasty treats, and more. de la dance center, 3833 Eastern Ave.; 6:30 - 9 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 ages 12 and younger; 513-871-0914 or delaartsplace.com.

PEANUT BUTTER & JAM: BRASSTACULAR

Meet the members of the brass family in this concert from the Linton Musicians. You’ll want to join the parade and toot your own horn after hearing the bold and brazen sounds of these instruments! Mt. Washington Presbyterian Church, 6474 Beechmont Ave.; 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m.; $5; 513381-6868 or lintonmusic.org.

FREE SPANISH STORY TIME

Hola! Use stories and songs to learn some basic Spanish vocabulary. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 - 11 a.m.; 513731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

STEPPING FORWARD: MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY

Step forward today to improve your parks by volunteering for service days. There are a variety of opportunities available! Voice of America MetroPark, 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-867-5835 or yourmetroparks.net.

THANKSGIVING ON THE OHIO FRONTIER

Step back 200 years in the past to the first Thanksgiving on the Ohio frontier. The Society of Northwest Longhunters reenactors portray Shawnee Native Americans, early European settlers and military personnel. Exchanges between Native Americans and settlers will occur on the half hour. Samples of period fare will be available. Historic Log Cabin, Shawnee Lookout, 2008 Lawrenceburg Road; 2 - 5 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE TOY SHOP AUXILIARY FUNDRAISER AND DOLL AUCTION

Join the beloved Toy Shop Auxiliary for their annual fundraising event, to provide toys, books, dolls, and stuffed bears to less-fortunate children this Christmas. It’s a great opportunity to find presents for Christmas, as you browse the wonderful assortment of silent and live auction items. Admission includes refreshments, including delicious homemade cookies, along with tea, coffee and more! Armstrong Chapel, 5125 Drake Road; 11 a.m.; 513-762-5600 or salvationarmycincinnati.org.

FREE TUMMY2TUMMY

Baby-wearing can calm even the fussiest of babies and offers benefits like aiding good digestion and promoting better sleep patterns. Learn more about the benefits of babywearing and find the wrap or carrier that works best for you. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center, 4244 Hamilton Ave.; 12:45 p.m.; 513-5912332 or theplaceforfamilies.com.

WALK WITH FAMILY 5K

Interfaith Hospitality Network is a local agency serving moms, dads, kids and pets experiencing homelessness. Show your support for families in need during a fun and leisurely stroll through the park. Eden Park, 950 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m.; $25 in advance, $25 day of walk, free for children; 513471-1100 ext. 16 or ihncincinnati.org/ register.html.

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Team up with a naturalist to explore the natural world found along the trail and examine some of the ways nature has prepared for winter. Dress for the weather and see what the plants and trees have done, what the animals do and where the birds go. Pin Oak Trail, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

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EXPERIENCE: Home Depot Kids’ Workshop By Tina Pratt Our family really enjoys the FREE Kids’ Workshops at The Home Depot! I register them to attend each month. I’m hoping that by the time my kids are teenagers they will be able to build me a house! (Just a little wishful thinking!) The workshops are typically held on the first Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. You can register online, but registration is not required and it’s a first-come, first-served basis for the kits. My kiddos started going to the workshops at 18 months old … much younger then the recommended age, however with different levels of support they can both successfully complete the projects. During the build, they use their problem solving, sequencing, math and motor skills and get to work on a project with Mommy and Daddy! In order to complete the project, kids must read a set of directions, find the pieces they need, and use a hammer to put it together. My almost 5-year-old did a recent project all by himself! With multiple projects under his belt he can read the directions himself, has built up his motor skills to hold the nails steady and hammer the nails himself, correctly place the stickers, and put the wheels in all on his own. My daughter still needs a lot of support. We go step-by-step reading the directions and playing “I spy” to find the pieces she needs. I put in the nails and hammer them half way for her. She hammers them in the rest of the way while I work to keep my thumbs out of her hammer’s way. The Home Depot usually provides paint so the kids can paint their projects too! Make sure you put your kiddo(s) in play clothes. It is typically acrylic paint, which does not wash out of fabric. At the end of the workshop, kids can show an employee their project and get a pin for their apron! Find a Home Depot Kids’ Workshop near you at workshops. homedepot.com/workshops/kids-workshops.

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mon 16 BENGALS CANNED FOOD DRIVE

The Freestore Foodbank and the Cincinnati Bengals are teaming up again for the annual Meijer Canned Food Drive. Volunteers will collect non-perishable food and monetary donations at each stadium entrance prior to the big game. Paul Brown Stadium, 1 Paul Brown Stadium; 6 p.m.; game ticket prices vary; freestorefoodbank.org.

tue 17 FIELD TRIP DAY

The Cincinnati Cyclones hosts the 9th annual Field Trip Day game — schools are invited to spend the day with the team at U.S. Bank Arena while enjoying a full educational program that uses hockey as the backdrop. Each year, nearly 7,500 students from more than 50 schools in three states attend the program. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St.; 9:30 a.m.; tickets start at $13; 513-421-7825 or cycloneshockey.com.

TOT TUESDAY: TURKEYS

Gobble, gobble! Tom Turkey is the guest of honor today. Toddlers and their parents get a pre-Thanksgiving visit from the plucky bird with crafts, songs and stories. BehringerCrawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; $1 plus admission ($9 adults, $8

seniors, $5 ages 3 - 17); 859-4914003 or bcmuseum.org.

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special. Fountain Square, Downtown, Vine St.; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; 513246-9140 or fernside.org.

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TURKEYS IN THE GARDEN

Learn all about turkeys — from their parts to their behavior — so that you can “talk turkey” in no time! Programs held at 10:45 a.m., and 1 and 4 p.m. Wed - Sat, and 1 and 4 p.m. on Sun, Nov. 18 - 29. Highfield Discovery Garden inside Glenwood Gardens, 10397 Springfield Pike; $2 plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County motor vehicle permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

thu 19 ANIMAL TALES

Nature has many stories to tell — join the naturalist for a nature-themed story. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 11 a.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE FERNSIDE’S BLUE OUT

In celebration of Children’s Grief Awareness Day, Fernside staff, volunteers and supporters gather on Fountain Square to distribute grief tips and treats, followed by a massive blue balloon release, each balloon in memory or in honor of someone

Grade school students of all ages are invited to Mercy’s Fall Musical, The Sound of Music. Future Bobcats will enjoy discounted tickets, a free Mercy giveaway, as well as a Q&A with the cast and crew, and photo opportunities. Mother of Mercy High School, 3036 Werk Road; 7:30 p.m.; $6 for grade schoolers, $12 general admission; 513-661-2740 or motherofmercy.org.

FREE PARTY IN THE PJ LIBRARY PATCH

Moms, Dads, Bubbes, Zaydees and caregivers are invited to bring their toddlers for an adult/child play group that includes a craft, a snack, and a PJ Library story. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road; 10:30 – 11 a.m.; 513761-7500 or mayersonjcc.org.

THURSDAY ART PLAY: HOLIDAY DECORATING

Stop by for some festive ornament making and winter fun, including designing some special items to brighten your home for the holiday season. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St.; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $5.50 seniors, free ages 4 and younger); 513345-8405 or contemporaryartscenter. org.

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he 24th Annual Toy Trains exhibit returns with over 250 feet of model train tracks, interactive displays, a Christmas in Victorian England exhibit, and more. Exhibit remains open during museum hours through Jan. 17, 2016. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; free with admission ($9 adults, $8 seniors, $5 ages 3 - 17). Call 859-491-4003 or visit bcmuseum.org.

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fri 20 CALICO CHILDREN’S THEATRE PRESENTS ZAK MORGAN

With a background in children’s literature plus a Grammy nomination for his kids’ songs, Zak Morgan brings all of his life experiences and a simple delight in words and music to his performances, which are full of humor, warmth, and fun for all ages. UC Clermont College, 4200 Clermont College Drive, Batavia; 7 p.m.; $5; 513-558-2787 or ucclermont.edu.

FREE CHRISTMAS IN HISTORIC SPRINGBORO

Enjoy holiday shopping in a festival atmosphere, complete with good food, parades, a 5K run, craft vendors, strolling entertainment and kids activities. Springboro, OH, Main Street, Springboro; 6 - 10 p.m. Nov. 20, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Nov. 21, 12 – 5 p.m. Nov. 22; some activities may require a small fee; springborofestivals.org.

DOLLAR HOT DOGS!

Enjoy $1 hot dogs while cheering on the Cincinnati Cyclones! U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St.; 6:30 p.m.; tickets start at $13; 513-421-7825 or cycloneshockey.com.

HILLFOREST VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

Experience Christmas past and visit the beautiful Hillforest Victorian Mansion, all decked out for the holidays. Open Tue - Sun, Nov. 20 - Dec. 30 from 1 - 5 p.m.; last tour begins at 4:30 p.m. Hillforest, 213 5th Street, Aurora; $6 adults, $3 ages 7 - 13, free ages 6 and younger; 812926-1075 or hillforest.org.

HOLIDAY IN LIGHTS

Enjoy more than a mile of fantastic seasonal lights all from the warmth of your car. See more than 120 moving and standing holiday-themed figures depicting everything from Santa to the 12 Days of Christmas. After your tour, stop by Santaland (through Dec. 23) for more holiday magic, including live entertainment, visits with Santa, a train display, and sweet treats with Mrs. Claus! Exhibit remains open 6 - 9 p.m. Sun - Thu, and 5:30 - 10 p.m. Fri - Sat, Nov. 20 - Jan. 3, 2016. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; $13 per car, $45 for buses and 15-passenger vans; 513-769-0393 or holidayinlights. com. (please turn the page)

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HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON THE HILL

The giant sculptures at this outdoor museum are decorated and lit for the holidays — bring the family to drive through the park and gaze in wonder at the seasonal display. Exhibit remains open through Jan. 3, 2016. Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton; 6 - 10 p.m.; $20 per carload Mon - Thu, $25 per carload Fri - Sun, $15 members; 513-868-1234 or pyramidhill.org.

THE POLAR EXPRESS

Journey through the countryside for a special trip to the North Pole, where kids can meet Santa, and enjoy some hot chocolate and cookies while listening and reading along with the favorite classic story. Trains depart Friday - Sunday, Nov. 20 - Dec. 20, please visit web site for departure times. Grand Central Station, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market Street, Connersville; $32.50 for ages 2 and older for 5 and 8 p.m. departures, $29 for ages 2 and older for 2 p.m. Sunday matinees; 765-8252054 or whitewatervalleyrr.org.

sat 21 BOONE COUNTY PARKS 5K RUN

Enjoy a Fall run or walk in this annual 5K from Boone County Parks. On-site registration begins at 9 a.m., with the race kicking off at 10:30 a.m. England Idlewild Park, 5550 Idlewild Road, Burlington; $15 before Nov. 13, $20 day of race; 859-334-2283 or boonecountyky.org.

GINGERBREAD SHOPPE

The Gingerbread Shoppe has been a great way to kick off this season for many years. It has grown from a small craft fundraiser to an event that has hundreds of craft items, baked goods, a kid’s craft corner, and a gourmet luncheon. Proceeds benefit the Three Cs Nursery School Scholarship Fund. This fund helps families with tuition assistance so that they may have a place for their children to learn and grow. Gingerbread Shoppe, 5742 Hamilton Ave.; 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; $1 admission fee; 513-853-8489.

HOLIDAY IN LIGHTS 5K

Bring the family out for some fresh air in November. Run or walk 3.1 miles through the lit-up Holiday in Lights pathway in Sharon Woods. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 5 p.m.; $26 adults, $21 ages 12 and

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younger by Nov. 18; $31 adults, $26 children on day of race; 513-521-7275 or holidayinlights.com.

HOLIDAY TOY TRAINS

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LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW

The lanky schoolmaster Ichabod Crane can’t decide what’s worse in the glen of Sleepy Hollow — the headless horseman or the horseless headsman. To complicate matters, he finds himself vying for the affections of a lovely maid with the town’s local brute. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave.; 11 a.m., 1 p.m.; $8; 513-497-2860 or cliftonculturalarts.org.

MAGIC SHOW

Prepare to be amazed at the close-up magic of Tim Williams, who uses rope, newspaper, sponge balls, currency and other ordinary objects to create fun and exciting illusions. BehringerCrawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 2 p.m.; free with admission ($9 adults, $8 seniors, $5 ages 3 - 17); 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum.org.

OHIO’S WILDLIFE HISTORY

Bison, mountain lions and wolves once roamed Ohio, but westward expansion dramatically changed the wildlife landscape over the last 200 years. Learn what is gone from the area, what has moved in, and what the future may hold. Ellenwood Nature Barn, Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

PNC FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Spend the holidays with the animals of the Zoo during this year’s PNC Festival of Lights! Enjoy a new Wild Lights Show on Swan Lake, a new Frozen Wonderland complete with the Royal Sisters, a Gingerbread Village, puppet shows from Madcap Puppets, strolling entertainment, a Toyland Express Train Ride, and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus. PNC Festival of Lights is open daily through Jan. 2 (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St.; free with admission ($18 adults, $12 children and seniors); $9 parking; cincinnatizoo.org.

STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN

TURKEY TIME CRAFTS

What Led Zeppelin did for rock music, Bruckner did for the orchestra. Experience one of symphony music’s “long songs,” with a snippet from Wagner’s epic opera, Parsifal, about the quest for the Holy Grail. You’ll feel like you’re right on stage as video cameras and large screens take you up close with the musicians of the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra! Florence Baptist Church, 642 Mount Zion Road, Florence; 7:30 p.m.; $19 $35, half price tickets for ages 6 - 18; 859-431-6216 or kyso.org.

It’s almost turkey time! Create some of your own Thanksgivingthemed crafts for the big celebration. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 1 - 3 p.m.; $1 per craft plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

SUPERHERO NIGHT

Craft your very own corn on the cob as nature intended … with candy! Hyde Park Branch Library, 2747 Erie Ave.; 3 p.m.; 513-369-4456 or cincinnatilibrary. org.

Bring the kids dressed up as their favorite superhero, and let them get their picture taken with many of Marvel’s best heroes. The Cincinnati Cyclones will wear specialty jerseys that will be auctioned off after the game, and kids in attendance will also get to take home an exclusive Cyclones cape! U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St.; 6:30 p.m.; tickets start at $13; 513421-7825 or cycloneshockey.com.

THE ART OF THE BRICK: SPECIAL TRAIN DAY

Enjoy a day that’s all about trains and Legos at The Art of the Brick exhibit, featuring over 100 works of art composed entirely of Lego bricks by contemporary artist Nathan Sawaya. Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave.; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; $19.50 adults, $12.50 children, $17.50 seniors; 513-287-7001 or cincymuseum.org.

sun 22 DUKE ELLINGTON’S NUTCRACKER SUITE

Enjoy this retelling of Ellington’s adaptation of the holiday classic, brought to life with new choreography and featuring the stars of CCM’s Musical Theatre Dance. College Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati campus, Jefferson Ave.; 4 p.m.; $15 general, $10 students, free UC students; 513-556-4183 or ccm. uc.edu.

RAPTORS

Ohio is home to many amazing birds. The naturalist brings out some of the predatory birds found in our state, and talks about the challenges they have to overcome. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 2 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

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tue 24 FREE LIGHT UP THE LEVEE GRAND ILLUMINATION

Kick off the holiday season with an evening of holiday music, featuring the jazzy stylings of the Chris Comer Trio, tenant goodies, ice sculpting demos, a chance to win prizes and more, all leading up to 1.4-million twinkling lights turning on to illuminate the Levee’s 50-foot tree! Exterior Riverwalk, Newport on the Levee, 1 Levee Way, Newport; 6:30 p.m.; newportonthelevee.com.

wed 25 ANIMAL BINGO

Help the naturalist find all of the animal residents of the nature center for a prize. Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 11 a.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

BRICKMAS

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FREE WEE WEDNESDAY: PLAYING DRESS UP

Bring your preschooler for a fun art program that includes storytelling, interactive stations in the art galleries, and a hands-on project. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

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Happy Thanksgiving! THANKSGIVING DAY RACE

Work up an appetite for your big Thanksgiving meal with a 10K run. Head to the website to choose from local charities to support while you run! Paul Brown Stadium, 1 Paul Brown Stadium; 9 a.m.; $32 - $40; thanksgivingdayrace.com.

fri 27 AFTER THANKSGIVING FUN DAYS

Leave the leftovers for later, and bring the kids to the park today for some real family fun. Drop by to participate in crafts, games and a scavenger hunt for prizes. Visitor Center, Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mount Hope Ave.; 12 - 4 p.m. Nov. 27 and 28; $1 per craft plus a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

ANIMALS ALIVE

Bring the family to enjoy fun activities while learning about some of the fascinating things animals can do. You will also meet a few amazing animals that live in the Cincinnati region. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 11 a.m., 1 p.m.

Nov. 27 and 28; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE CHINESE STORY TIME

Learn simple Chinese vocabulary through stories and songs. blue manatee children’s bookstore, 3054 Madison Road; 10:30 - 11 a.m.; 513731-2665 or bluemanateebooks.com.

FREE SANTA AT MACY’S FOUNTAIN PLACE

Bring your camera for photos with downtown’s only Santa in a festive North Pole setting. Santa is available for his close-up between 12 and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturdays, Nov. 27 - Dec. 19; between 12 and 6 p.m. Sundays, Nov. 29 - Dec. 20; and between 12 and 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Dec. 21 - 24. Macy’s Fountain Place, Vine St.; downtowncincinnati.com.

SCUBA SANTA

The Aquarium welcomes the return of Scuba Santa, but this year, he has a brand-new look with a newly re-imagined Scuba Santa’s Water Wonderland! Newport Aquarium, 1 Aquarium Way, Newport; general admission $23 adults, $15 ages 2 12; 800-406-3474 or newportaquarium. com.

THE NUTCRACKER JAZZED UP!

It’s a fresh and jazzy take on the classic holiday story, as presented by the de la dance company’s dancers. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut

St.; 8 p.m. Nov. 27 and 28, 2 p.m. Nov. 28 and 29; visit site for prices; 513621-2787 or delaartsplace.com.

FREE WEEKEND CARRIAGE RIDES

Enjoy a free, horse-drawn trolley carriage ride through the heart of the city. Boards Downtown Cincinnati, West 5th St.; 12 - 5 p.m. weekends through Dec. 13; downtowncincinnati. com.

sat 28 ANIMAL COVERINGS SCAVENGER HUNT

Investigate what the animal residents of the nature center are made of, and maybe win a prize! Seasongood Nature Center, Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road; 1 - 4 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

BIG TREE PLANTATION CHRISTMAS

Pick out your own Christmas tree, or just get into the spirit of the season with custom wreaths, decorations, a kids’ shop, life-sized Nativity scene, and more. Open through Dec. 23; hours are 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Mon - Sat, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun and Dec. 22 23. Big Tree Plantation, 2544 South Waynesville Road, Morrow; 513-8360975 or bigtreeplantation.com.

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The artist Mark Mothersbaugh mixes music and art to create elaborate music machines that combine technology with everything from vintage organ pipes to antique duck calls. Create sound sculptures of your own out of recycled materials and make musical instruments with everyday items. Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th St.; 12 - 3 p.m.; free with admission ($7.50 adults, $5.50 seniors, free ages 4 and younger); 513-345-8400 or contemporaryartscenter.org.

HOME ALONE

This beloved comedy classic features John Williams’ charming score, performed live to picture by the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, in a hilarious and heartwarming family holiday concert. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St.; 7 p.m.; $10 - $104; 513-381-3300 or cincinnatisymphony.org.

FREE MACY’S DOWNTOWN DAZZLE

See Santa and his friends rappelling down the side of the Huntington Bank Center to the Macy’s rooftop to kick off a spectacular fireworks display in a 20-minute family-friendly program that includes choir performances (beginning at 5:45 p.m.), cool lighting effects and a few surprises. Have your photo taken with members of the Holiday Character Crew (Nov. 28), bring a canned food donation for the FreestoreFoodbank (Dec. 5), and join John Morris Russell of the Cincinnati Pops (Dec. 12). After the fireworks, head inside Macy’s for balloon artists and face painters while you enjoy a story time with Mrs. Claus. Downtown Cincinnati, Vine St.; 6:30 p.m.; downtowncincinnati.com.

NORTH POLE EXPRESS

BRICKMAS Nov. 25 - Jan. 1

Take a half-hour train ride to the LM&M Junction to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Stop at the “Holiday Post” to draw a picture or write a letter, enjoy a holiday cookie and a cup of hot chocolate, all while being entertained by Santa’s elves. Kids who visit with Santa will also receive a special gift! Rides sell out quickly, be sure to purchase your tickets in advance. Trains depart at 11:30 a.m., 2, 4:30 and 7 p.m. Nov. 28 - 29, and Dec. 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 and 21; at 7 p.m. Dec. 4, 11, 18 and 22; and at 10 a.m., 12:15 and 4 p.m. Dec. 5. Lebanon Mason & Monroe Railroad, 127 South Mechanic Street, Lebanon; $22 adults, $17 seniors and ages 5 - 16, $11 ages 2 - 4, free ages 1 year and younger; 513-933-8022 or lebanonrr.com.

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ORNAMENT MAKING WORKSHOP

Bring the kids to make Christmas ornaments to get ready for the holiday season! Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Covington; 2 p.m.; $9 adults, $8 seniors, $5 ages 3 - 17, plus the cost of materials for whichever ornament you choose to make; 859-491-4003 or bcmuseum. org.

PREHISTORIC OHIO HIKE

Enjoy beautiful overlooks, view earthworks and learn about the people who occupied the middle Ohio Valley prior to European settlement on this 1.5-mile guided hike. Miami Fort Trail, Shawnee Lookout, 2008 Lawrenceburg Road; 1 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-5217275 or greatparks.org.

SANTA CLAUS LIMITED

Board the train at Grand Central Station to pick up Santa Claus along the way, who visits with children on the train. Grand Central Station, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market Street, Connersville; 9:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 2 p.m.; tickets start at $10; 765-825-2054 or whitewatervalleyrr. org.

FREE SANTA’S WORKSHOP

Bring your cameras for pictures with Santa and his merry band of Elves, then make a gift or an ornament for someone special. Washington Park, 1230 Elm St.; 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Sat through Dec. 19; washingtonpark.org.

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BIRD BULLIES

Nesting cavities are hot commodities in the bird world, and due to a changing environment it’s harder than ever for native birds to find a suitable home. See the bullies who are taking their homes and find out what Great Parks is doing restore native bird populations. Sharon Centre, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road; 3 p.m.; a valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park; 513-521-7275 or greatparks.org.

FREE HOLIDAY SEASON KICKOFF

Enjoy free activities for the whole family! The house is decorated inside and out with lights, garlands, and displays of antique ornaments and old-fashioned feather trees. Bring your cameras for photos with Santa (11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.); make an old-fashioned ornament (1 - 3 p.m.); and enjoy Christmas melodies with carolers in the galleries (3 - 4 p.m.). Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St.; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 513-684-4515 or taftmuseum.org.

FREE THE CITY FLEA

Meet local vendors and shop their wares in this urban flea market that includes everything from vintage dealers to plant studios. 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati, 609 Walnut St.; 12 - 6 p.m.; thecityflea.com.

mon 30 FREE BABES IN STORYLAND

Enjoy a guided hike through the natural world. Hikes last approximately one to two hours. Voice of America MetroPark, 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester; 10 a.m.; a valid MetroParks of Butler County motor vehicle permit (see site for rates) is required to enter the park; 513-8675835 or yourmetroparks.net.

Babies ages 0 - 24 months and their caregivers enjoy stories, songs and social time together. Limited to the first 15 babies in attendance. Siblings are welcome! Erlanger Branch, Kenton County Public Library, 401 Kenton Lands Road, Erlanger; 10 - 10:30 a.m.; 859-962-4000 or kentonlibrary. org.

FREE YOUNG ARTIST OPEN STUDIO

FREE RISE N SHINE

Teens are invited to hang out, mess around, and geek out on their art projects, or work with one of the CAM’s prepared “art prompts.” Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive; 2 - 4 p.m.; 513-721-2787 or cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

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Ages 2 - 5 wake up with their favorite adults to listen to stories and rhymes, along with a little bit of dancing and coloring, too! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance. Erlanger Branch, Kenton County Public Library, 401 Kenton Lands Road, Erlanger; 11 - 11:30 a.m.; 859-962-4000 or kentonlibrary.org.

It’s a beloved holiday tradition, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. With storytelling that is faithful to Charles Dickens’ original masterpiece and spellbinding special effects, this production features 30 actors, including nine Cincinnati-area children. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, 962 Mt. Adams Circle; Nov. 25 - Dec. 30; please call for ticket prices; 513-4213888 or cincyplay.com.

DISNEY AND CAMERON MACKINTOSH’S MARY POPPINS: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL

Cincinnati Music Theatre offers the original music and lyrics of one of the most popular Disney movies of all time. Follow the troubled Banks family as their lives are turned upside down by a unique nanny. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St.; Nov. 13 - 21; $20 - $24; 513-6212787 or cincinnatimusictheatre.org.

FOX ON THE FAIRWAY

This tribute to the great farces of the 1930s and 1940s takes audiences on a hilarious romp that pulls the rug out from underneath the stuffy denizens of a private country club. Filled with mistaken identities, slamming doors, and over-the-top romantic shenanigans, the comedy recalls the Marx Brothers’ classics. Covedale Center for Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave.; through Nov. 15; $26 adults, $23 seniors and students; 513-241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com.

INTO THE WOODS

Clifton Performance Theatre’s Advance Musical Workshop class presents their version of Into the Woods, complete with odd characters, fractured fairy tales, a demanding witch and more. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave.; 7 p.m. Nov. 14, 2:30 p.m. Nov. 15; please call for ticket prices; 513497-2860 or cliftonculturalarts.org.

IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS

The classic movie comes to the stage! Two buddies are putting on a show in a magical Vermont inn, and finding their perfect mates in the process. Full of dancing, laughter, and some well-loved tunes, this theatrical experience is designed for the whole family. Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St.; Nov. 24 - Dec. 6; ticket prices begin at $29; cincinnati.broadway.com.

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LOW DOWN DIRTY BLUES

This celebratory tribute to America’s great blues music features nearly two dozen songs pulled from the greatest hits of Muddy Waters, Ma Rainey, Sophie Tucker, Howlin’ Wolf, Pearly Bailey and more. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, 962 Mt. Adams Circle; Nov. 7 - Dec. 20; please call for ticket prices; 513-4213888 or cincyplay.com.

MAD RIVER RISING

The Stewart family is struggling to hold onto their Ohio farm, which withstood the devastating 1937 flood, in the face of the declining health of Angus, the family’s 85-year-old cantankerous patriarch. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, 962 Mt. Adams Circle; through Nov. 14; please call for ticket prices; 513421-3888 or cincyplay.com.

MARY POPPINS

Everyone’s favorite nanny takes the stage with favorite songs, beloved characters like jack-of-all-trades Bert, Jane and Michael Banks, and a father who learns a lesson or two of his own. Covedale Center for Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave.; Nov. 27 - Dec. 27; ticket prices vary, please see web site; 513-241-6550 or cincinnatilandmarkproductions. com.

THE MERRY WIDOW

This early 20th-century operetta tells a fizzy tale of star-crossed lovers and political shenanigans in Paris. Baron Zeta of Pentevedro must prevent the wealthy widow Hanna Glawari from marrying a foreigner, or else he and the country will lose all of her wealth. Can her former flame help win her heart? College Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati Campus, Corry and Jefferson Streets; 8 p.m. Nov. 19 - 21, 2 p.m. Nov. 22; $31 - $35 general, $20 - $24 students, $18 $22 UC students; 513-556-4183 or ccm.uc.edu. See Low Down Dirty Blues at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Nov. 7 - Dec. 20.


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PLAN AHEAD AMERICAN RED CROSS

800-733-2767 • redcross.org/take-a-class • ARC Classes Sign up for a variety of classes that could save your life, or the life of someone you love, including Babysitter Training, and Adult and Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Locations, dates and times vary, please see site for complete details.

ASHLAND AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH 4255 Ashland Ave., Norwood 513-531-3626 ashlandavenuebuddybreak.weebly.com

• FREE Ashland Avenue Buddy Break RSVP to Stephanie.BuddyBreak@outlook.com. Buddy Break is a respite program for families with children with special needs, ages 2 - 16. Children participate with a one-on-one “buddy” in a variety of age-appropriate activities while parents get a much-needed break. 11 a.m. the second Saturday of each month.

AVON WOODS NATURE PRESERVE 4235 Paddock Road 513-861-3435 • cincinnatiparks.com

• Harvest Day Camp RSVP by Nov. 23. Grades K - 3 celebrate the fall harvest, learn about local Native American tribes and their culture, and make a craft to take home. Please pack a lunch with a drink and dress for the weather. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nov. 25; $15.

BEECH ACRES PARENTING CENTER

4433 Cooper Road, Blue Ash 513-745-8550 beechacres.org/parenting-classes/digital-age/ • FREE Parenting in a Digital Age Today’s digital world speeds communication and opens the doors to knowledge, but it can also lead to potential dangers. Learn about the newest apps and sites, how media and technology affect your child, and practical solutions for your family. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Nov. 10.

BEHRINGER-CRAWFORD MUSEUM 1600 Montague Road, Covington 859-491-4003 • bcmuseum.org

Polar Express Reading Experience BCM’s traditional Holiday Toy Trains display and listen to a reading of the classic children’s book The Polar Express with local children’s librarians. 2 p.m. Nov. 28; free with admission ($9 adults, $8 seniors, $5 ages 3 - 17).

BETHESDA NORTH HOSPITAL 10500 Montgomery Road 513-475-4500 • trihealth.com

• Birthing With Ease This childbirth series explores the myth that suffering must accompany labor. 6:45 p.m. Nov. 4, 11 and 18; $200 for eight-week package. • Toddler Tantrum Survival Guide Learn the reasons behind your toddler’s tantrums and gather insight into how to better communicate and understand his wants and needs for more peaceful times. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Nov. 7; $30. • Baby’s Amazing Journey Join a workshop that navigates the milestones of the first year of life, including typical eating, sleeping and fussiness issues. 6:45 p.m. Nov. 12; $35.

CALL AHEAD TO RESERVE YOUR CHILD’S SPOT! These events require ADVANCED REGISTRATION. Registration is ongoing until event is filled or otherwise noted. • SmallTalk Learn to “talk” to your hearing baby or toddler using American Sign Language. Benefits include pre-verbal communication, earlier speech development, and less frustration for you and your baby. 6:45 p.m. Nov. 10; $50 (includes pictorial dictionary and DVD).

BLUE COCOON

9361 Montgomery Road 513-791-1089 • bluecocoonbaby.com • Classes at Blue Cocoon Sign up for weekly classes including Mommy + Me Yoga, Babywearing Ballet Barre, Tummy Time, Sensory, Prenatal Yoga, A la carte Childbirth, Miss Tisha’s Music Tots, and more. Prices vary, call for pass information. • FREE Busy Bag Swap Busy bags are a great way to keep toddlers and preschoolers quietly occupied. Join a swap and gather new materials for your kids. 10 a.m. Nov. 21. • TOT Clinic This clinic is for infants in their first year who have a range of medical issues like colic, reflux, head flattening, fussiness, difficulty latching, and more. 12 - 2 p.m. Nov. 5 and 19; please call for price. • Babywearing 101 Get the scoop on babywearing and learn some practical tips about breastfeeding with a carrier, safety, and more. 3 p.m. Nov. 21; please call for price.

BOONE LINKS GOLF COURSE 19 Clubhouse Drive, Florence 859-334-2117 • boonecountyky.org

Search for Tom Turkey Come dressed for the weather and be ready to search out the infamous bird that we celebrate at Thanksgiving time! 10 - 11:30 a.m. Nov. 21; $5.

BURNET WOODS

3400 Brookline Ave. 513-751-3679 • cincinnatiparks.com • FREE Exploring Burnet Woods RSVP by Nov. 19. Join an exploratory hike through one of Cincinnati’s older urban forests, and learn the history of the park, its diverse habitats, and maybe even meet a few wild residents. Meet at the Trailside Nature Center. 9:30 11 a.m. Nov. 21.

CALIFORNIA WOODS NATURE PRESERVE

5400 Kellogg Ave. 513-231-8678 • cincinnatiparks.com • Campfire on the Bluff RSVP by Nov. 11. Learn about the nighttime forest and lore while enjoying a roaring fire on a bluff, complete with hot chocolate and s’mores. There is a short but steep luminaria-lit hike up to the bluff. 6:30 - 8 p.m. Nov. 13; $3.

• Returning to Work and Pumping Join this class to cover everything you need to know about expressing, storing and feeding pumped milk. 6:30 p.m. Nov. 21; please call for price.

• A Pioneer Experience RSVP by Nov. 6. Ages 9 - 13 are invited to learn about life in the pioneer times. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nov. 10.

• FREE Cloth Diapering for Beginners Learn the basics of cloth diapering and get useful tips on travel, babysitters, and daycare. 3 p.m. Nov. 14.

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• FREE Gentle Sleep Join certified Gentle Sleep Coach Kate Ibrahim for a class that answers all your questions about sleep. 10 a.m. Nov. 14.

BLUE MANATEE CHILDREN’S BOOKSTORE

3054 Madison Road 513-731-2665 • bluemanateebooks.com • Share Our Hearts of Reading Ages 4 - 9 help kick off a week of celebrating literature and the joy of reading. Who is your favorite author? Favorite book? Share with others by adding a heart to the Book Lovers Display, then read staff favorites and play a game of Title Tag outside before enjoying a treat and a cup of warm cocoa. 4 - 5 p.m. Nov. 2; $2. • Calling All Young Readers Ages 4 - 9 read some of the silliest and hottest books on the shelves, then make some “goo” (or “oobleck” or “burf”) to play with and take home. 2 - 3 p.m. Nov. 11; $2. ‘Tis the Season for Family It’s National Family Week! Ages 2 - 5 honor this special time of year with some books about family and build what your family looks like out of clay, all followed by a tasty treat. 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Nov. 23; $2.

CALDWELL NATURE CENTER

• FREE Saturday Night Hike RSVP by Nov. 6. Afraid of the dark? Dispel the fears and rumors during a night hike in which you will call for owls, try light depravation activities, and have a “sparky party.” Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. 7 - 8:30 p.m. Nov. 7.

CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM

953 Eden Park Drive 513-721-2787 • cincinnatiartmuseum.org • Art in the Making Ages 6 - 12 and their parents share an art experience led by a local artist, followed by a gallery tour. 1 - 3 p.m. Nov. 21; $10 per pair members, $20 per pair nonmembers ($3/$6 for each additional person). • FREE Baby Tours These 30-minute tours are designed specifically for ages 0 - 2 to help stimulate their developing minds. Learn the positive effects of visual stimulation with masterpieces sure to mesmerize the CAM’s youngest visitors. 11 a.m. or 2 p.m. Nov. 20. • FREE Fandom Join a conversation that aims to bring together fans of art and pop culture in a playful examination of the CAM’s galleries. 2 - 3 p.m. Nov. 28.

• Miss Meghan’s Music Join Miss Meghan for songs and fun. Open to ages 0 - 4. 9:45 or 10:30 a.m. Nov. 12; $10.

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4244 Hamilton Ave. 513-591-2332 • theplaceforfamilies.com • CFEC Classes Register for the center’s classes for ages birth to 5 years, including Tummy Time, Parent-Baby Yoga, Baby Yoga, Movers and Shakers, Crawlers and Climbers, ABCs and 123s, JitterBugs, Curious Kids, Toddler Times, Earth Rocks, Preschool FUNdamentals, Caring & Sharing, and Karma Kids. Class packages range from $50 - $150.

GO BEYOND MEDICINE

747 Buttermilk Pike, Crescent Springs 859-586-011 • gobeyondmedicine.com • FREE Talk About Hormones Information on natural and bio-identical hormone replacement from creams to pellets will be presented by Dr. Michael J. Grogan. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12. • FREE Cooking With Chef Michael Sign up to learn how to create fun holiday party food ideas with Executive Chef Michael Belanger. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Nov. 18.

• Family Classes Register for classes for the family including Whale of a Tale, Imagination Station, Family Fiesta, Animal Action, Cupcake Kids, PeaWee Patch, Cultural Club, Yoga Adventures, Rise & Shine, DRUMatic, Hands Up, and new classes Grossology and Music Express. Class packages range from $50 $110.

• FREE Make Your Appointment! Meet Dr. Monica Hsu to learn about acupuncture and holistic medicine that treats weight loss, allergies, stress, anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia, migraines and more. 6:30 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19.

• Parent Classes Register for parent workshops including BellyRobics, Signing Safari, The Potty Train, Tree of Life prenatal yoga, and more. Class package prices vary.

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CIVIC GARDEN CENTER

2715 Reading Road 513-221-0981 • civicgardencenter.org • Fall Shapes Ages 5 and older and their families spend the day looking for shapes in nature as they say goodbye to fall. 10 - 11 a.m. Nov. 17; $5. • Corn Husk Dolls Enjoy some cider and stories as you make corn husk dolls and learn about holiday traditions from the past. 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; $5.

DANCE, ETC.

5985 Meijer Drive, Milford 513-576-1400 • dance-etc.com • Frozen Princess Party Join fellow dance lovers for a winter wonderland adventure, including dance, songs, crafts and more. 3 - 4:30 p.m. Nov. 7; $15 students, $20 guests.

FAIRY TALE FEST

Held at the Bound & Looseleaf Tea Shop 100 Front St., New Richmond 513-876-5353 • fairytalefest.net • Fairy Tale Fest RSVP by Oct. 30. The Fairy Tale Fest offers a day of creativity, learning and fun as grades 5 - 12 learn the secrets of writing and illustrating their own fairy tale. Wear your favorite fairy tale attire! 2 p.m. Nov. 8, followed at 4 p.m. by the Tiara Ball; $20 in advance, $25 day of event.

FREESTORE FOODBANK

Held at the Bell Event Centre 444 Reading Road freestorefoodbank.org/events/empty-bowls/ • Empty Bowls The Clay Alliance presents this annual event that includes lunch, a handmade bowl to take home, kids programs and more, all to support the Freestore Foodbank’s Kids’ Café program. 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Nov. 1; $23 adults, $6 children. FREE Thanksgiving Food Distribution Ages 10 and older are invited to help distribute Freestore Foodbank’s boxes of foods for a Thanksgiving meal to hungry children and families in the Tri-State. Nov. 23 - 25, shift times vary. Call 513-482-7557 or email trollins@freestorefoodbank.org.

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Turkey Shootout RSVP your team of six by Nov. 12. Grades 6 - 8 are invited for the very first Junior High Dodgeball Turkey Shootout! Enjoy games, trophies and t-shirts for the winning team, food, and more. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Nov. 14; $5.

HARBIN PARK

1300 Hunter Road, Fairfield parks.fairfield-city.org • FREE Let’s Go Hiking Enjoy a guided hike through this park featuring a guest speaker who talks about winter botany. 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Nov. 21.

IMAGINATION YOGA

Held at 10990 Thornview Dr., Sharonville 513-491-3573 • imaginationyoga.com • Imagination Yoga Ages 2 - 3 enjoy an adventure theme that stimulates creativity and incorporates developmentally-appropriate yoga poses and calming techniques. Yoga mats and other materials will be provided. 10 - 10:30 a.m. Nov. 18 - Dec. 16; $39 for four classes. • Imagination Yoga Ages 6 - 8 learn developmentally appropriate yoga poses and calming techniques in a yoga session that uses an adventure theme. Mats and materials provided. 4:30 - 5:10 p.m. Nov. 19 - Dec. 17; $42 for four classes.

KINDERVELT’S 17TH ANNUAL NORTH POLE EXPRESS

Held at Lebanon Mason & Monroe Railroad 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon 513-588-0074 • kindervelt.org North Pole Express Usher in the holidays aboard a vintage train as it rolls through the countryside. Enjoy a reading of the popular holiday story The Polar Express, complete with Santa, caroling elves and more. Pajamas are welcome! Proceeds benefit the Heart Institute of Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Seven departure times from 10 a.m. 5 p.m., Nov. 21; $18 per person, free for infants.

KROHN CONSERVATORY

1501 Eden Park Drive 513-421-5707 • cincinnatiparks.com Holidays Behind the Scenes and Before the Crowds This adults-only gathering offers tours of the houses and trains with a special demo on how to make a building from the Applied Imagination team. Participants can see the Holiday Show and do some early shopping, and learn to make two of the ornaments from the Natural Holiday Tree (and get a free copy of the ornament book). 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Nov. 24; $15.

LAZER KRAZE

7082 Columbia Road, Maineville 513-339-1030 • lazerkraze.com • Lightfight Night at Lazer Kraze Awaken the force in ages 8 and older with an all-you-can-play laser tag night filled with Star Wars themed missions and prizes! 7 - 9 p.m. Nov. 12; $12 ($10 if you are dressed in your favorite Star Wars costume).

MIAMI WHITEWATER FOREST 9001 Mt. Hope Road 513-521-7275 • greatparks.org

A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park

• Webelos Adventure Day RSVP by Nov. 2. Help your den complete the Into the Wild Elective Adventure with a hike and activities. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Nov. 7; $6 per scout. • All About Fall RSVP by Nov. 11. Ages 2 - 4 learn about the changes taking place in nature this time of year, followed by a story and a craft. 11 a.m. Nov. 13; $6. • Brownie Girl Scout Program: Pets RSVP by Nov. 12. Strap up your boots and get ready to dig your hands into some farm chores. Explore the barnyard and learn how to care for different animals — help feed the cow, clean a horse stall, and check on the rabbits. 9 and 11 a.m., and 2 p.m. Nov. 14; $5 per child, $3 per adult. • Junior Girl Scout Program RSVP by Nov. 12. Jump into life in the early 1800s. Go to school, get your farm chores completed, try some pioneer games, and get ready to dance your shoes off! 9 and 11 a.m., and 2 p.m. Nov. 14; $5 per child, $3 per adult. • Katniss’ Field Guide RSVP by Nov. 13. Curious as to what Katniss might forage for in the Hunger Games? Draw or color some possible plants found in her edible plant field guide, then learn how to bind your creation into a book you can add to for years to come. 1 - 4 p.m. Nov. 15; $15 per book. • Homeschool Science: Science Experiments RSVP by Nov. 13. Ages 5 - 12 enjoy learning stations and a guided outdoor exploration. 1 - 3 p.m. Nov. 19; $6.

MIDWEST CULINARY INSTITUTE AT CINCINNATI STATE

3520 Central Pkwy. 513-569-5800 • cincinnatistate.edu/mci/eatcreate-enjoy/creations-cooking-classes • Kids and Teens in the Kitchen: Mexican Fiesta! Ages 8 and older are invited to join Chef Megan, who will teach them some great Mexican dishes, including fajita quesadillas, churros and more. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nov. 7; $50.

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MIRADOR YOGA & CREATIVITY SCHOOL FOR KIDS AND ADULTS

513-432-4887 • cezarina.trone@gmail.com miradoryogacreativityschool.weebly.com • FREE Yoga Play Session Private and small group yoga and creative play sessions with teachers accredited through Yoga Alliance for adults and teens. RSVP for a free 30-minute play session. 10 a.m. on Sundays or by appointment.

MOTHER OF MERCY HIGH SCHOOL 3036 Werk Road • 513-661-2740 motherofmercy.org/holidayfuncamp15

Holiday Fun Camp Let Mercy entertain your kids while you shop! The Sapphire Dance Team hosts a Black Friday Holiday Fun Camp for boys and girls ages 3 and older, full of games, crafts, a holiday movie, and physical fitness and exercise activities, as well as a holiday dance show (those taking part will be invited to perform at half-time during a future basketball game). 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nov. 28; $15.

NEUSOLE GLASSWORKS

11925 Kemper Springs Drive, Forest Park 513-751-3292 • neusoleglassworks.com neusoleglassworks@hotmail.com • Pumpkin and Ornament Blow Please RSVP at least one week in advance. Experience the wonder that is glassblowing when you blow your own ornament or pumpkin. For ages 5 and older. RSVP for a 30-minute time slot between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Nov. 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 21 and 22; $40 per pumpkin, $35 per ornament. Ornament Blow RSVP at least one week in advance. Make an ornament to give as a gift or keep for yourself. For ages 5 and older. RSVP for a 30-minute time slot between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12, 13 and 18; $35 per ornament.

PARKY’S FARM AT WINTON WOODS 10073 Daly Road 513-521-7275 • greatparks.org

A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park

• Farm by the Stars RSVP by Nov. 5. Step into the night sky and listen to the secrets of the stars. From when to plant crops to when to breed animals, the stars have told farmers what to do for centuries. Activities will be indoors and outside, please dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 6 p.m. Nov. 7; $2. Growing Up a Farm Kid: Turkey Day RSVP by Nov. 8. Meet the turkey and play turkey games to celebrate Thanksgiving. Best for ages 2 - 5 with a grown-up. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Nov. 10 and 11; $10 per child plus one free adult, $5 each additional adult.

RED BALLOON CAFÉ + PLAY

6200 Montgomery Road 513-620-8328 • redballooncafe.com • Classes at Red Balloon Explore a variety of classes for little ones, including Science Explorers, World Travelers, Seasonal Explorers, Sensory School, Musikgarten: Baby Music and Family and Musikgarten: Family Music, Baby Signs, and Spanish Play and Learn (for ages 0 - 4 and 4 - 7). Call for schedule and prices.

ROAD SHOW COMPANY

Inside Kenwood Towne Centre 7875 Montgomery Road 866-900-6699 cincinnati@roadshowcompany.com roadshowcompany.com • Peter Max: A Retrospective Enjoy a newly curated collection of artist Peter Max’s paintings, which will also be available for purchase. Peter Max will make appearances on Nov. 7 from 7 - 9 p.m. and Nov. 8 from 1 - 4 p.m.

ST. RITA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

Held at the Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road srsdeaf.org/ScholarshipBenefit.aspx • St. Rita’s Scholarship Fundraising Gala In honor of St. Rita School’s 100th anniversary, the gala will be a birthday bash — cake included! Party plans include dinner, raffles, as well as silent and live auctions. 7 p.m. Nov. 14; $75 per person.

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11450 Lebanon Road 513-521-7275 • greatparks.org

A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park

• Wee Wonder About Birds RSVP by Nov. 17. Ages 3 - 5 learn about local birds with the naturalist, including a craft, a story and a meeting with a live bird. 11 a.m. Nov. 19; $6. • Webelos Adventure Day RSVP by Nov. 17. Help your scouts complete Into the Woods Elective Adventure with a hike and some fun activities. 2 p.m. Nov. 21; $6. Earn your Earth Rocks Elective Adventure at 12 p.m. on Nov. 22.

THE SILVER DIVA

9797 Montgomery Road 513-873-4561 • thesilverdiva.com • Girls’ Night Out Ages 8 and older are invited for a night of stamping fun with friends. Make a personalized piece of jewelry — rings, bracelets, or necklaces — while enjoying pizza and an ice cream sundae bar. 6 - 9 p.m. Nov. 7; a non-refundable registration fee of $20 is applied toward your purchase.

TAFT MUSEUM OF ART

316 Pike St. 513-241-0343, ext. 39 • taftmuseum. cincyregister.com/AntiqueChristmas2015 FREE Antique Christmas Celebration RSVP by Oct. 30. Get into the holiday spirit! Enjoy cookies and treats while listening to your favorite carols and seasonal tunes. Make a festive ornament and listen to holiday stories in the Music Room. 6 - 8 p.m. Nov. 6.

TOTTER’S OTTERVILLE

4314 Boron Drive, Covington 859-491-1441 • tottersotterville.com

Admission is free for adults, $8.95 ages 1 and older

November Fun! Sign up at the front desk for fun activities all month long, including Dream Catchers (Nov. 2 - 6 at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.); Totem Poles (Nov. 9 - 13 at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.); Native American Adventure (Nov. 16 - 20 at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.); Thanksgiving Celebration (Nov. 23 - 27 at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.); as well as a Tea Party (Nov. 11 at 12:30 p.m.); Holiday Bingo (Nov. 3 and 26 at 12:30

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p.m.); and Holiday Cookie Decorating (Nov. 19 at 12:30 p.m.). Free with admission. • Cooking With Kirstie Kids can create their own personal pizza and receive a child-size beverage for an additional $4 to admission. 11 a.m. Nov. 5 and 19.

WESTON ART GALLERY

650 Walnut St. 513-97704165 • cincinnatiarts.org • Families Create: Move It! Learn about the art of cartooning and flipbooks, then animate your drawings by filming them! Best for ages 5 - 12 with their caregivers. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nov. 7; $5.

WINTON WOODS

10245 Winton Road 513-521-PARK (7275) • greatparks.org

A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park

• Outdoor Archery RSVP by Nov. 6. Learn the basics of shooting a compound bow on the outdoor range, then try out your skills with some target practice. For ages 8 and older. 1 p.m. Nov. 8; $15. • Orienteering I RSVP by Nov. 19. Ages 8 and older learn some map and compass skills that could come in handy someday! 1 p.m. Nov. 21; $6. Orienteering II will take place at 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 21.

WOODLAND MOUND

8250 Old Kellogg Road 513-521-PARK (7275) • greatparks.org

A valid Great Parks of Hamilton County Motor Vehicle Permit ($3 daily, $10 annual) is required to enter the park

• Webelos Adventure Day RSVP by Nov. 4. Cub Scout leaders can help their scouts complete their Into the Woods Elective Adventure with a hike and activities. 9:30 a.m. Nov. 8; $6 per scout. • Bear Badge Day RSVP by Nov. 10. Cub scouts can complete the Sharing Your World With Wildlife and Law Enforcement is a Big Job achievements with this program. 1 p.m. Nov. 15; $6. • Homeschool Science: Tree Adaptations RSVP by Nov. 16. Ages 5 - 12 and their parents explore interactive learning stations and a guided hike. 9:30 11:30 a.m. Nov. 18; $6. Turkey Jamboree RSVP by Nov. 18. Ages 3 - 5 learn about turkeys through crafts and activities. 10 a.m. Nov. 20; $6.

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Jacqueline J. Gray, MD

James M. Komer, MD

Kenton A. Pate, MD

Diana E. Small, MD

Sandra Bailey, CPNP


JOIN A COMMUNITY OF

FRIENDS AND

FAMILIES • Access to 14 unique locations across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky • 24 refreshing indoor and outdoor pools plus three water parks • 3,000 group fitness classes every month, including Zumba®, Yoga, Pilates, Barre and group cycling • Fitness facilities with cardio and strength equipment • Swim lessons, sports programs and summer camps • Reciprocity program enabling you free visits to any YMCA in Ohio and Kentucky • Free quality child care at the Y’s Kid’s Club while you workout or spend time with friends at the Y • Opportunities to try a personal trainer or the ActivTrax personal workout system • Numerous health and wellness offerings, including the Y’s popular diabetes prevention program

TRY THE Y

FOR FREE

Visit MyY.org/membership to receive a free one day family pass to your local YMCA of Greater Cincinnati. Some restrictions apply. No annual contracts to sign and a member satisfaction pledge with money back guarantee!


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