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COLLEGE 20 A DAD INFLUENCE SCHOLARSHIPS 21 FOOTNOTES: THOUGHTS 13 TEENS TIED TO TECH

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MOM’S LIFE 14 FIVE THINGS TO KNOW

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Mary Wynne Cox | Mary@daytonparentmagazine.com

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he changes are subtle at first – that transformation from child to teen.

In our house it was the shoes. My daughter was taking mine from my closet. Did we really wear the same size now? My son’s shift to teenagerhood was more pronounced – literally, with a sudden comical crack in his voice. He couldn’t get through a sentence without his words travelling up and down the scale. Now the signs of their adolescence are all around me – especially on the bathroom sink they share with its daily accumulation of makeup and flat irons, razors and pimple cream. There is no denying that they’re on the fast track to growing up, whether I’m ready for it or not.

If you’ve got a teen or tween at home, you are likely entering into some new territory. What one issue affects their life most right now? If you said technology, you are in sync with many parents. It can be hard to compete with the buzz of incoming texts, the latest posts on social media sites and the appeal of online gaming. For some thoughts on managing your child’s relationship with technology, check out our article Teens Tied to Tech.

How’s your college savings coming along? It’s hard to believe the cost of higher education today, but fortunately several avenues exist to help cover the expense.

Try reading College Scholarships for some advice on getting your teen his or her best shot at securing these types of awards.

As always, we thank you for picking up the latest copy of Dayton Parent. It’s October and that means our area is loaded with fun fall activities. From pumpkin patches and hay rides to apple cider and trick-or-treating, we hope you enjoy all this season has to offer. October is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so moms, we hope you’ll read 5 Things to Know About Breast Health to stay on top of the latest information on this important topic.

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Fun on the Ranch- Idle Hour Ranch that is!

Waynesville’s 46th Annual Sauerkraut Festival

Have you ever been to this hidden gem? At Idle Hour Ranch you can

The Ohio Sauerkraut Festival features an eclectic mix of arts and crafts, as

introduce the kids to adorable and unique animals like zebus, peshewas,

well as unique food offerings ranging from sauerkraut pizza to sauerkraut

miniature dwarf horses, sheep, goats, tortoises, birds, monkeys and more.

fudge. Over 450 vendors will be on hand, making this the perfect time to

Join in with the little ones on Friday and Saturday nights for games in the

do some holiday shopping. For more details visit www.sauerkrautfestival.

Mini Maze, a giant slide, pumpkins, hayrides, s'mores, hot chocolate and

com Date: October 10 and 11, 9:00 am- 8:00 pm on Sat. and 6:00 pm on

family movies on the barn. Older kids can explore the bigger Corn Maze

Sun. Location: 10 North Main St., Waynesville.

with flashlights at night. This facility makes it their mission to provide sanctuary and loving care to all animals while educating the public. Don’t forget the camel and pony rides! Call (937)339-9731 or check out www.

PhilharMonster at the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra

idle-hourranch.com for details. Date: All of October. Location: 4845 W.

The DPO kicks off the 2015–2016 Family Series with its legendary Philhar-

Fenner Road, Troy.

Monster Halloween Concert! Kids of all ages will enjoy crafts, an instrument petting zoo and the DPO's annual costume contest. Cost: $12 for children

Halloween Fun at Boonshoft Halloween is on Saturday this year, so bring the kids to Spooky Science

and $22 for adults. Purchase tickets by calling (937) 228-3630. Date: October 18 at 3:00 pm with preconcert activities starting at 2:00 pm. Location: Schuster Center, One West Second St. Dayton.

Saturday prior to neighborhood trick or treating. From 10 am to 3 pm, the Boonshoft will offer activities including a wicked space theater and creepy experiments (and it’s a chance to put on those costumes for a

Disney On Ice presents Treasure Trove

dry run!) For parents, an adult Halloween Party – “Spirits” -- features the

Discover endless riches when Disney On Ice presents Treasure Trove Pre-

museum’s scariest exhibits along with beer, wine, spe-

sented by Stonyfield YoKids Organic Yogurt. Get tangled up in Disney’s

cialty drinks and food from local eateries. This new

50th animated feature with Rapunzel and Flynn and enter the worlds of

event is scheduled from 8 to 11 pm on Friday, Oc-

your favorite Disney princesses: Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, Aurora,

tober 23. Make sure to take part in the costume

Tiana, Mulan and, of course, the one who started it all, Snow White. And

contest and monster mash dance party. Go to

that is just the beginning. You won’t want to miss this show full of Disney

www.boonshoftmuseum.org or call (937)275-

treasures to remember! Date: October 21-25. Location: WSU Nutter Center.

7431 for more information. Date: October 23

For tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000.

for adult party and October 31 for children’s event. Location: Boonshoft Museum, 2600 Deweese Parkway, Dayton.

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College Scholarships H ELP I N G YOUR TEEN FIND AVA I L A B L E F U N D S

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f you have a college bound teen, you’re probably already thinking about ways to make your child’s education more affordable. You know there’s scholarship money out there, but how do you find it? Maximize your family’s chances of scholarship success with these expert tips.

Y O UR SCHO LARSHI P RO AD M AP Families should be aware of several general categories of scholarships. Colleges themselves offer a substantial amount of funding to prospective students. “The vast majority of scholarship money that students receive is going to come from the schools that they apply to,” says Munhofen.

Local businesses and organizations provide an important additional funding source. McEuen Harmon recommends parents check with their employers, civic groups and religious organizations to see whether scholarships are available. Munhofen also points parents to the Dayton Foundation (www.daytonfoundation.org), which allows area students to apply for many different local scholarships.

S E T T IN G TH E STAG E While many scholarships are geared toward seniors, keep in mind that your student won’t become an ideal candidate overnight. “The best preparation for earning scholarship funding is to be committed to one's studies throughout high school,” says Kathy McEuen Harmon, Dean of Admission and Financial Aid at the University of Dayton​. Students can also work and/or volunteer, plus get involved in activities at school or church.

Many scholarships “are very much rooted in some type of community service,” says Blair Munhofen, Director of College Counseling at The Miami Valley School. Munhofen encourages students to try a variety of new things, including volunteer work, throughout their tween and teen years. Having diverse experiences gives students a better understanding of their talents and abilities.

Families can reduce senior year stress by planning ahead. When it comes to researching scholarships, “It’s never too early,” says McEuen Harmon. She recommends parents begin educating themselves on potential opportunities during their child’s junior year in preparation for applying during senior year. Munhofen notes that some scholarships have early fall deadlines, which can be easy to miss.

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Need more ideas of where to look? “Parents could start [by] checking their child's high school guidance office for notifications of scholarship opportunities,” says McEuen Harmon.

Students can also access websites designed for scholarship search, such as the ones provided here under Online Scholarship Search Tools.

Just be aware that you’re one of many candidates browsing these sites. Munhofen says that scholarships found online are typically “incredibly competitive” due to the volume of applications received. ​ Of course, it’s also important to know which opportunities not to pursue. “One should never have to pay nor purchase anything to receive a scholarship,” says McEuen Harmon. “That’s the number one red flag.” Munhofen also cautions parents to be aware of what he refers to as “Publishers Clearing House scholarships” where thousands of applicants compete for a very small number of awards. While he doesn’t consider these programs to be scams, he suggests families investigate the numbers involved before applying.

T I P S FO R A P E RFE CT P I T CH Once you find a great scholarship possibility, help your child stand out from the crowd of applicants. An essay provides a chance for a student to tell his or her story, says Munhofen. He encourages students to be true to themselves

and highlight their particular strengths and talents, instead of simply trying to fit a certain mold. Applicants should also seek feedback on their essay from a parent, teacher, counselor or other trusted individual.

Don’t let a technical error eliminate your child from consideration. “Ensure that the application is submitted prior to the deadline, is legible if the application is a paper document​and that there are no incorrect spellings or unanswered fields,” says McEuen Harmon. In addition, parents must make sure they have accurate financial records available for scholarship applications with a need-based component, says Munhofen.

Keep in mind that once your student receives the good news of a scholarship award, your work isn’t finished yet. You’ll want to find out whether the funding is one-time or renewable, and what conditions apply, says McEuen Harmon. And perhaps most importantly, be sure to show your appreciation. “Always remember to thank the scholarship donors or sponsors for the gift that has been given to the family and the scholarship recipient.”​

Online Scholarship Search Tools Fastweb (www.fastweb.com) Students fill out an online questionnaire and are sent scholarship opportunities matching their interests and career focus.

FinAid (www.finaid.org) This popular website provides free information on available scholarships, loans and more. There’s even a page devoted to scholarships open to kids younger than 13.

Scholarships.com (www.scholarships.com) Fill out an online questionnaire to be sent scholarship matches, learn about financial aid and research colleges.

Federal Student Aid (http://studentaid.ed.gov)

Administered by the U.S. Department of Information, this site gives info on federal grants and tips for finding and applying for scholarships.

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Absorbed in technology

Mobile devices, streaming video, social media…the opportunities to plug in are ever-present and the time teens spend being connected to some form of technology is astounding. The Kaiser Family Foundation reports that young people devote more than seven hours a day to media use.

“We’re the first generation of parents who had to deal with this problem and there’s no precedent,” says Angela Hursh, mother of two. Lily, 15, has a smartphone and loves watching design and makeup tutorials online.

Ella, 11, has an iPad and enjoys videos on horseback riding and veterinary care. Like many parents, Hursh often worries about the amount of time her daughters spend on their devices. This is a legitimate concern, as The American Academy of Pediatrics links excessive media exposure to behavioral problems, trouble in school, obesity and lack of sleep.

Teens Tied to Tech

GETTING KIDS TO DISENGAGE FROM SCREENS AND BE IN THE MOMENT Selena Reder

School is in full swing and your teens are busier than ever.

Between team practices, club meetings and homework, you’re lucky to get a word in edgewise with them. When you do finally come together in the same place at the same time and can catch up, you find yourself competing with the constant chirp of their incoming texts, the latest YouTube video shared by a friend and the social media site that must be updated. Another chance for real connection among the people you care about most has been derailed.

“Excessive screen time can turn quality time with friends or family into scrolling time,” says April Whalen, MS, PCC, outpatient therapist at Family Solutions Center of Dayton.

“This can cause a breakdown in communication within families. Parents often learn about their son or daughter’s day by looking at their social media updates.” What happens to kids who are constantly plugged in?

Whalen says, “When we are focused on taking the most flattering picture and finding the best filter, we subject ourselves to missing out on the here and now. It’s important to live in the moment, be spontaneous and enjoy the memories while they are happening.”

Setting new priorities

With technology having such a tight hold on our kids’ attention, how can we encourage them to step away from their screens and see the advantages of being truly present?

Here are few suggestions for achieving this goal.

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it’s not. Avoid screen time during activities that are meant for connecting with others, like dinner time. Hursh says the policy in her family is “no screen time until homework is done.”

GO “OLD SCHOOL” WITH A SCREEN-FREE WEEKEND

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Challenge your family to spend a couple of days without their devices.

Ask for their suggestions on activities that interest them. At the end of the weekend, talk to your kids about what they may have learned about their dependence on technology and what kind of effect spending their time in other ways had on them.

EXCHANGE TECH EXPERIENCES FOR SIMILAR “REAL” EXPERIENCES

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If you want to be successful at reducing your child’s media consumption, you’ve got to replace it with something that is equally interesting to them. If your son is a gamer for example, see if getting a ping pong or card game tournament going can be an alternative to a weekend glued to Xbox.

REALIZE THE PERSONAL TOLL TECHNOLOGY TAKES

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Talk to kids about how excessive screen time makes them feel – relaxed or frazzled? Energized or depleted? Contrast this with how getting outside, being physically active or having a great conversation with a friend makes them feel. Also discuss how being in the presence of someone distracted by their device affects their relationship with that person.

What’s the best way to get your kids to change their technology-dependency? Show them how it’s done. Resist the urge you have to constantly answer your phone, check social media sites and isolate yourself in the myriad ways that technology now allows all of us to do. Let your children see how you value face-to-face relationships and in-person experiences over digital ones and they will begin to see the benefits of managing their tie to technology too.

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5 T H I N G S TO K N OW A B O U T

breast health

I N C R E A S E YO U R K N O W L E D G E TO R E D U C E YO U R R I S K E M M A H O S T E T T E R , M D, M P H

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taying current on breast health is a must for all women. We all share one huge risk factor for developing breast cancer – our two “X” chromosomes. Just being a woman puts a check mark on our risk factor list. And while you may be religious with regular breast exams and screening mammograms, staying current on new research is also important. Here are a few important breast health facts that you don’t want to miss.

1. A BREAST LUMP IS U S U A L LY N O T C A N C E R .

For most women the thought of finding a breast lump, no matter how small, is terrifying. Breast cancer awareness campaigns encourage us to do self-checks, but when we do feel something different does this mean that we have breast cancer? Rae Norrod, Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist and Manager of the Oncology Service Line at Kettering Health Network in Day-

ton says, “Breast lumps can occur for a variety of reasons…changes in hormone levels can make breast tissue feel lumpier during certain times of the menstrual cycle. Another common type of breast lump is a fluid-filled cyst. Cysts often disappear on their own, but occasionally require medical attention. If you find a lump, don’t panic. Most lumps are not cancerous.” However, this doesn’t mean that we should ignore lumps, bumps or any changes in our breast tissue. Having your doctor take a look is always a good idea.

2 . YO U R P H YS I C A L A C T I V I T Y L E V E L M AY I M PA C T Y O U R R I S K F O R BREAST CANCER EVEN M O R E T H A N I F YO U SMOKE. While a link between breast cancer and cigarette smoking has yet to be firmly established, body weight and activity level do seem to play a role in breast cancer risk. “Weight gain after the age of 18 years specifically contributes to breast cancer risk,” says Norrod. Eating healthy and exercising regularly are great ways to reduce cancer risk.

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3 . Y O U R FAT H E R ’ S FA M I LY H I S T O R Y M AT T E R S W H E N A S S E S S I N G YO U R R I S K FOR BREAST CANCER. “There’s a common mistaken belief circulating out there that you won’t get breast cancer unless your mother had it. This simply is not true,” says Norrod. “About 5-10% of breast cancers are caused by a mutated gene inherited from either the mother or the father.” When jotting down your family history make sure to get the details about both sides of your family. Although gene mutations leading to breast cancer are uncommon, they do exist.

Knowing your family history could allow you to take protective measures that prevent or catch these types of breast cancer early.

4 . W H I L E Y O U R D A I LY R E D W I N E M AY B E H E A R T H E A LT H Y, I T C O U L D I N C R E A S E YO U R R I S K FOR BREAST CANCER. Studies now show that women who drink on a regular basis may be at increased risk for breast cancer. One drink a day may only minimally increase your risk, but if you are drinking 2-3 glasses a day you may want to consider cutting back.

5. MAMMOGRAMS CAN MISS THINGS – DON’T I G N O R E W H AT Y O U R B O D Y I S T E L L I N G YO U. Technology has revolutionized the medical world, breast cancer screening included. Mammograms are able to detect very small areas of cancer that a manual breast exam may never feel. And, while all women should follow the national breast screening guidelines regarding when to have mammograms, they should also listen to their bodies. If a woman finds a concerning area on her breast, she should not ignore it even if she has had a normal mammogram recently. Even technology has its limitations, and there is the possibility that something could have been missed. You should never ignore signs or symptoms. Set up an appointment to have your doctor evaluate what you are seeing or feeling.

For years women were ashamed to talk about breast cancer. Powerful awareness campaigns have squelched much of that stigma, leading to more education, screening and treatment. Today, most women diagnosed with breast cancer will live long and healthy lives.

It’s up to us to continue to spread the word, learn about new research and come alongside those women who are struggling with the disease.

FOR THE MOVERS AND SHAKERS TINY DANCERS

WHAT'S FOR

FOR YOUR LITTLE LEARNER Lauren Lawson

ABC’S, 123’s and more enrichment please, please, please! From music and dance to crafts and cooking, the opportunities to expand your child’s ever-growing curiosity are endless. So put your preschooler’s best sneaker forward and check out this listing to discover some of the best activities and programs in the Dayton area designed to nurture the tot in your life!

EARLY ADVENTURERS

Point those little toes for Ballet at the Y at the Downtown YMCA of Greater Dayton.

This class allows dancers to explore techniques and introduces articulation at the bar, center of the room and across the floor.

Visit www.ymcaonline.org to learn more.

Need more dance action? Take a visit to Tippy Toe Dance at the Dayton View Public Library. Kids will learn a simple dance series and share a ballet story with a Dayton Ballet instructor. Learn more www.daytonmetrolibrary.org.

Join other nature explorers on an outdoor adventure at Iron Horse Park with CentralWashington Park District’s Early Adventurers Program. Young participants and their families will take a leisurely hike on the paved path, while taking in the beauty of nature with colorful sights and sounds. The Preschool Nature Series at Bill Yeck Park is another option for budding naturalists, offering a new theme each month. Learn more at www.cwpd.org.

MINI MOVERS

For those tiny green thumbs, Skeeter’s Gardeners at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark is a fun program that teaches kids about plant growth. Kids will explore Skeeter’s Garden and learn about the needs of plants, as well as how to identify plant parts. Any young botanist will find this science-based class informational and fun. Make a group reservation by calling the Wegerzyn Center at (937) 277-6545. Have a thing for fossils?

Plan a Stream Study field trip where participants will hike through a stream, explore fossils and study insects. Call the Naturalist Office (937) 277-4178 for details.

Get on the move with this fun program at Grant Park’s Kennard Nature Nook. Kids ages 4-5 are invited to participate in a variety of activities and movements that will help to develop motor skills and rhythmic abilities. From alphabet themes to music, Mini Movers is the place for preschoolers to shake out those wiggles and find some giggles. Visit www.cwpd.org to register.

PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS

PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

FOR SCIENCE AND NATURE KIDS

Keep splashing indoors this fall with Preschool Swim Lessons at the Xenia Branch of the YMCA of Greater Dayton. In this swim class, students will learn important swim basics, including water safety, water adjustment and introductory skills. Visit www.ymcaonline.org for dates and times.

FOR THE CREATIVE CROWD THE ART PLACE FOR YOUNG LEARNERS

Develop, create and play at The Dayton Art Institute’s Art Place for Young Learners.

A permanent exhibit in the museum, this space contains a variety of creative play and problem-solving activities designed for kids ages 3-6. Plan a visit at www.daytonartinstitute.org.

WIGGLE AND GROW FAMILY TIME

It’s never too early to discover the joys of music! Kimberly’s Kindermusik Wiggle and Grow Family Time is a great introduction to a dynamic musical experience, where kids and their families can sing, dance and explore a variety of instruments. Kimberly’s Kindermusik also offers private piano lessons for ages 3 and older. Harmonize together at www.kimberlyskindermusik.yourvirtuoso.com.

SKEETER’S GARDENERS

PEEP PROGRAM

The Brunker Nature Center’s Preschool Environmental Education Program (or PEEP) is a nature program for kids ages 3-5. Students meet once a week to enjoy hands-on nature activities, story time and a discovery hike. For dates and times, contact info@ brunkernaturecenter.com.

FOR LITTLE BOOKLOVERS MOTHER GOOSE ON THE LOOSE

Visit the Dayton Metro Library for Mother Goose on the Loose, an award-winning early literacy program. Families are invited to enjoy this enriching storytime complete with reading, rhyming and rhythmic dancing! Advanced registration is required.

Be sure to check out Preschool Storytime too for a great class designed to help kids develop language, literacy and social skills.

For branch times and scheduling, check out www.daytonmetrolibrary.com.

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Dayton Fall Fun Guide Sarah McCosham

It’s officially fall – which means harvest celebrations, pumpkin-everything and lots of opportunities for great family fun! Here’s a roundup of the events, festivals and Halloween happenings in and around Dayton.

39th Annual Fall Farm Pumpkin Festival

Fall Fun at the Farm

Enjoy Young’s biggest festival of the year. Take your picture with Humongus Gus, our 800+ pound pumpkin, taste freshly made pumpkin donuts and try your hand at pumpkin bowling! Also, be sure to find your way through Cowvin’s Corny Maze – 150,000 square feet of family fun (available through October 31st). Haunted Wagon Rides take place Friday and Saturday nights in October, 7:30 –10:00 pm providing lots of family friendly, spooky fun. And be sure to find the perfect pumpkin on Young’s 30 acres from September 19-20, September 26-27, October 3-4, October 10-11, October 17-18; 11 am–6 pm

Corn Maze Adventure is a 12-acre corn maze, where getting lost means having fun! There is also a children’s mini maze, hayrides, pumpkins, pumpkin painting, scarecrow building, barnyard animals and a barnyard playground area.

October 3-4, 11 am–6 pm | Youngs Jersey Dairy, 6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd., Yellow Springs | (937) 325-0629 | youngsdairy.com/fall-farm-festival/

Fall at Tukens

Open Monday-Saturday, 10 am-6 pm; Sunday, 11 am-5 pm | Tüken’s Orchard & Farm Market, 15725 Eaton Pike, West Alexandria | (937) 687-3848 | www.tukensfarmmarket.com/Fall.html From gourds to corn to pumpkins, you’ll find the most beautiful harvest bounty at Tüken’s! Visit the web site for a list of all the available apples for picking and be sure to get an apple slushie or fresh baked apple pie to take home.

Fall at Warrick Farm

Saturdays and Sundays 11 am–6 pm, September 21-October 27 | Warrick Farm, 8055 South Union Rd., Miamisburg | (937) 477-9803 | www.warrickfarm.com/attractions.html

Weekends September 7- November 8. Fridays from 5-8 pm, Saturdays from 1-9 pm and Sundays from 1-6 pm | Apple Country Farm and Corn Maze, 2323 U.S. Rt. 42, Spring Valley | (937) 750-1005 | www. applecountryfarm.com/fall-farm-fun

Fall Family Fun Days

Weekends in October. Call for hours | Hidden Valley Fruit Farm, 5474 North State Route 48, Lebanon | (513) 932-1869 | www.hiddenvalleyfruitfarm.com/ index.html All October long, come out for Fall Family Fun Days, with hayrides, train rides, farm animals, a bounce house and UPick opportunities! Mark your calendars for Ohio Cider Fest (October 3-4) and Halloween Fun/Pumpkin Days (October 31-November 1), Hidden Valley’s extraspecial harvest holidays.

Fall Farm Days

Saturdays and Sundays, October 3–October 31, 12 pm–6 pm | Bonnybrook Farms, 3779 State Route 132, Clarksville | (937) 289-2500 | www.bonnybrookfarms.com/fallfarmdays/ Pick the perfect pumpkin from the pumpkin patch, take a wagon ride, find your way through the Corn Maze, pet the friendly farm animals and ride a pony, play a round of clodhopper golf or try your skills at giant slingshots and archery.

Play in the petting zoo, explore the corn box and take a hayride. Choose a fall mum and find the perfect pumpkin.

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Fall Festival

September 18-October 30. Fridays: 6-10 pm, Saturdays: 11 am-10 pm and Sundays 1-6 pm. Beginning October 1, the farm will be open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6–9 pm | Niederman Family Farm, 5110 Lesourdsville West Chester Rd., Hamilton | (513) 779-6184 | www.niedermanfamilyfarm.com/ The fall activities at Niederman Family Farm have become a yearly tradition for making memories. The 14-acre corn maze and pumpkin patch is fun for all.

Fun Farm Season at Brumbaugh Fruit Farm

Saturdays 11-7 and Sundays 12-7, September 12-October 31 | Brumbaugh Fruit Farm, 6420 ArcanumHollansburg Road, Arcanum | (937) 692-8084 | www.brumbaughfruitfarm.com/index.html All the fall festivities, plus Brumbaugh’s “Kinda Kooky Korn Maze” – 5 acres of corn maze magic with flashlight fun beginning at dusk!

Fall Fun at Schappacher Farms

Open daily 10 am-6 pm, October 1-31 Schappacher Farms, 3829 S. US Rt. 42, Lebanon | (513) 398-0904 | www.schappacherfarms.com/fallactivities.html U-Pick pumpkins, free corn maze and free hayrides on the weekends.

Fall Harvest Flyer

Rides at 9:45 am, 12:20 pm, 2:55 pm and 5:30 pm on October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 and 25 | LM&M Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon | (513) 9338022 | www.lebanonrr.com/pumpkin.html Take a train ride, walk through a real working farm, pet the animals, find your way through a corn maze and select a pie pumpkin to take home.

Fall Harvest at Majestic Nursery and Gardens

Saturdays and Sundays in October, 11 am–6 pm | 2100 N. Preble County Line Rd., West Alexandria | (937) 833-5100 | www.majesticnurseryandgardens. com/fall_harvest.html Events include: Mum Fest (October 4-5) which showcases mums and autumn annuals; Family Fun Fest (October 1112), which features all of the fall family fun activities plus antique tractor rides; Autumn Pumpkin Fest (October 18-19) with U-Pick pumpkins and fall decorations; and Costume and Pet Fun Fest (October 25-26) which features a costume contest for people and pets!

Family Day: Spooktacular Aerospace Fun

October 31, 9 am-3 pm | National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, 1100 Spaatz St., Wright-Patterson AFB | (937) 255-3286 | www.nationalmuseum. af.mil/Education/FamilyDay.aspx Celebrate Halloween by learning fun aerospace principles through Halloween-themed activities. Come dressed in your favorite costume!

Family Fun Fall Weekend

October 10-11, 9 am–6 pm | Bergefurds Farm Market, 234 State Route 350 West, Wilmington, OH 45177 | (937) 383-2133 | www.bergefurdsfarmmarket.com/events.htm Clowns, balloon art, face painting, hayrides, pick-your-own pumpkins, straw maze and pumpkin slingshots.

HallZOOween

October 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 and 24-25, 12 pm–5 pm | The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 45220 | (513) 281-4700 | www. cincinnatizoo.org/events/hallzooween/

Katie's Pumpkin Barn

Open 10 am–8 pm daily, September 14-October 31 | 2128 New Germany Trebein Rd., Beavercreek | (937) 217-7656 | www.katiespumpkinbarn.com/

Little ghouls and boys can enjoy four spooktacular weekends of fun at the Zoo!

Bring the kids to pick a pumpkin and visit with the goats, dogs, sheep, chickens, peacock and other barnyard animals.

Hayrides at Fulton Farms

Lantern Light Wagon Ride & Corn Maze

Weekends in October, 11 am-4 pm | Fulton Farms, 2393 State Route 202, Troy, OH 45373 | (937) 3356983 | www.fultonfarms.com/activities/ Wristbands are $7.00 and include a hayride to the pumpkin patch, pumpkin of choice, and entrance to barnyard play area.

Jack O' Lantern Junction

Open daily September 26 – November 1 | EnterTRAINment Junction, 7379 Squire Court, West Chester | (513) 898-8000 | www.entertrainmentjunction.com/cincinnati_entertainment_and_ attractions_calendar Walk through the trick-or-treat maze and see kid-friendly ghosts, skeletons and more. Stop and color, or see “Halloweenville,” a miniature animated display.

Saturdays in October from 7:30-10:30 pm | Bonnybrook Farms, 3779 State Route 132, Clarksville, OH 45113 | (937) 289-2500 | www.bonnybrookfarms. com/lanternlightwagonrideandcornmaze/ The Lantern Light Wagon Ride is a family friendly, history-based ghost tour.

McMonigle Farms Pumpkin Fest

Saturdays and Sundays, September 27-October 26, 12-6 pm | McMonigle Farms, 7441 Franklin Madison Rd., Middletown | www.fallpumpkinfest.com/index. html U-pick pumpkins, hayrides, two acre corn maze, straw maze, cow train rides, farm animals, large play area and homemade treats.

October Weekends at Irons Fruit Farm

Tavern Dinners: Harvest Feast

Tractor-driven wagons take families to the pumpkin patch where you can pick the perfect pumpkin. The wagon ride is free; simply pay for the pumpkin by the pound.

Enjoy four courses of an authentic hearth cooked meal and historical entertainment in Dayton's oldest building.

Weekends in October. Hayrides for pumpkins run between 11 am-5 pm; check website for corn maze times) | 1640 Stubbs Mill Rd., Lebanon | (513) 932-2853 | www.ironsfruitfarm.com/october_weekends_16.html

Pumpkin Daze

September 11-November 1 | Tom’s Maze and Pumpkin Farm, 4881 Germantown-Liberty Rd., Germantown | www.tomsmaze.com/ Come for all of your favorite fall activities, including a Punkin’ Chunkin’ Cannon, Pumpkin Train Ride and Corn Maze.

Spooktacular 2015

Weekends from 11 am–5 pm, September 19–October 31. Open weekdays by appointment | Windmill Farm Market, 1454 E. St. Rt. 73, Springboro | (937) 8853965 | www.windmillfarmmarket.com/ Windmill Farm Market is home to the famous Spooktacular Fall Hayride!

Dinners 6-9 pm on October 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17 | Carillon Historical Park, 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton | (937) 293-2841 | www.daytonhistory.org/event/ event-registration/?regevent_action=register&event_ id=511

Victorian Afternoon Teas: Hallow's Eve Tea

October 25, 2-4 pm | Patterson Homestead, 1815 Brown St., Dayton | (937) 293-2841 | www.daytonhistory.org/event/event-registration/?regevent_ action=register&event_id=518 Come out for an authentic three-course tea service by costumed interpreters and learn about the Patterson family.

Grab your family, boots and sweaters and head to one (or more!) of these fun fall events. And don’t forget to take a few pictures to share with us at Facebook.com/DaytonParentMagazine!

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a dad influence

Jogging Strollers: Fantasy vs. Reality A Dad Influence

By Pete Gilbert

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antasy: I'll still be able to exercise when I have kids.

I'll just put them in the jogging stroller and easily get in a five mile run. It will be great! I'll exercise while spending time with my child – a win/win situation.

Reality: If you even have the energy to attempt running once you have kids, start by knowing that running with a child in a jogging stroller is no easy task. Even the smallest incline you've run up hundreds of times before, now feels like a miniature Mount Everest. As you run, your child will likely toss items out of the stroller while on route. This usually occurs when you finally have a decent pace going and forces you to not only stop, but turn around to retrieve a prized stuffed animal, lovey, container of 1,000 goldfish crackers or whatever the item may be.

In between things being launched from the stroller, your child is also likely to spend the entire time talking. Not talking to themselves either, but talking to you, asking questions you MUST answer in order to make

them stop. Even as you struggle with every breath, you're still forced to reply to practical questions like "Why are stop signs red?" and not so practical questions like "Do glitter fairies really exist?�

Almost as bad as the talking stroller passenger is the sleeping stroller passenger. You may be wondering, "Why is a sleeping child a bad thing?" Think about it. Your child is sleeping while you completely exhaust yourself exercising. When you do finish your run and are ready for a break, your child will be fully refreshed and ready to play. Also, you may have botched nap time, so the chance of you napping or even showering later just diminished to almost nothing.

I don't want to be completely discouraging about running with a jogging stroller, just be prepared for things to be difficult, especially at first as you try to develop a routine.

If nothing else, running with a jogging stroller really makes you appreciate the days when you can exercise alone in sweet, sweet silence.

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footnotes

Footnotes: Thoughts

from the margins of a mom’s life The Mommy Buffer

By Kelly Blewett

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fter my son’s birthday, he and I sat down to write thank you notes.

We had the presents in front of us on the dining room table next to a stack of cards and stickers. William had a lot to say and his pencil couldn’t keep up. Writing felt time intensive, and fitting all the words he wanted to use on the small space of a notecard seemed impossible. So I was handling the writing.

My son was talking in a fast flow of words I was supposed to take down directly, and then he’d sign the note at the bottom and decorate with a few stickers. The trouble was, some of the words he was using were not exactly appropriate thank-you card material.

“Tell her thank you for the trainset and I love it, but that the top piece is really hard to get in place and I hate that.” I wrote, “Thank you for the trainset, I love it.”

Next he dictated, “Tell him the lunchbox is great, but that I tried popcorn inside and I hated it.” I wrote, “The lunchbox is great.”

I was my son’s silent censor that day.

I felt particularly sneaky altering his writing and knowing he couldn’t read it and catch me. He signed his name proudly at the bottom of

each note. Eventually I tried to talk about it. “Sweetie, you don’t put the bad stuff in a thank you note, just the good stuff.” Though I’m sure this was the right thing to say, I’m not sure he really heard me.

Even little tasks like thank you cards arrive with unstated rules. Or, to put it another way, writing a thank you card isn’t just about learning how to write, it’s also about learning what to say. Fortunately, due to my sneaky moves, all the words we put there were worth sharing. We talked about the rules together, and I’m sure we’ll talk about them again.

All of this made me think about how we are buffers for our children. We cushion, protect and absorb little problems, giving kids time to think about the unstated rules at home before they misstep out in the world. As I noodled on the metaphor, I realized how many types of buffers there are. In rail transport, for instance, there are two kinds of buffers: a buffer to cushion the impact between two vehicles, and a buffer stop, which enables the vehicles to say on the tracks. Though I’m no train conductor or engineer, I too want to help my child in these ways – to protect him from unintended collisions and to keep him focused on how to best move in the world.

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go nuts! [branded content]

Go Nuts!

Experience the outdoors, help local forests and learn some science by participating in Five Rivers MetroParks’ reforestation efforts

By Tracy Staley

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rmed with a pail and a child’s curiosity, threeyear-old Maziar Moradmand will spend his fall collecting acorns and hickory nuts from the ground with his mother, Jennifer.

Their actions are simple, yet vital. They take the nuts and seeds to Five Rivers MetroParks, where they are used in reforestation efforts across the Dayton region.

As a mother, Jennifer found limited time to devote to environmental volunteerism and activism, a long-held passion. But the tree nut collection was a perfect fit: family friendly, educational and social. She even organized play dates around the activity last fall.

“I grew up outdoors and getting him growing up outdoors, it was a perfect opportunity to help out,” she said.

Forests represent some 60 percent of the land managed by Five Rivers MetroParks, says Michael Enright, interim director of conservation. But they are under threat from invasive plants, such as Amur honeysuckle, and from insects, such as the Emerald Ash Borer. Climate change and deer overpopulation are also a detriment.

“Restoring the forests is a priority for Five Rivers MetroParks so people can enjoy these areas for generations and the forests will continue to provide their benefits to the community,” he says.

Like the Moradmands, you and your children can help restore local forests

FIVE RIVERS by collecting nuts for reforestation efforts. Learn more at upcoming seed collection events held by MetroParks staff from 9 am to noon on these dates; ♦♦ October 10 at Sinclair Park, 685 Shoup Mill Road ♦♦ October 17 at Germantown MetroPark, Park Office, 6675 Conservancy Road Collect seeds in paper bags while they’re on the tree or no more than a few days after they fall. Remove their husks or caps, and then see if they sink or float. Good nuts will sink.

Place the good nuts into plastic, sealable bags with a note about where you collected the seed, the date collected and your contact information.

Store the sealed bags in a refrigerator or cool, shady place until you’re ready to drop them off at: ♦♦ MetroParks’ Headquarters, 409 E. Monument Ave. in downtown Dayton ♦♦ Cox Arboretum MetroPark, 6733 Springboro Pike ♦♦ Taylorsville MetroPark office, 8300 Brown School Rd. Visit metroparks.org/forest to learn more about collecting seeds at home.

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basic rules for social media use

Basic Rules for Social Media Use Five simple “musts” for kids to follow

By Dayton Children’s Hospital

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or teens, social media is an essential part of their lives, much the way telephones were important to us at their age. About 90 percent of teens have used some form of social media and 75 percent have a profile on a social networking site, experts say. More than half of all American teens visit social networking sites every day. These numbers are way up from just a few years ago, and there's no expectation of those figures going down.

What kind of impact does this type of communication have on kids?

“Many parents of teens experience technology as more of a burden than a blessing,” says Greg Ramey, PhD, child psychologist at Dayton Children’s. “They see their kids as technology junkies, addicted to their phones and unable to function without their digital umbilical cord.”

For most teens, there are plenty of good things about social media, but the potential dangers must also be considered. Kids don't always make the best choices when they post something to a site like Facebook or YouTube, and sometimes this can lead to problems.

Parents have to find the balance between being aware of what their kids are doing online without prying so much that it damages the trust they’ve built with their child.

The key is to stay involved in a way that makes kids understand that you respect their privacy but also have their safety as a top priority.

“The message for parents is to stop demonizing the internet and start teaching your kids how to manage this important part of their lives,” says Ramey.

Here are some basic rules for social media use to share with connected kids:

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Be nice. Mean behavior is just as unacceptable in the virtual world as it is in the real world. Make it clear that you expect your kids to treat others with respect and courtesy, and never post hurtful or embarrassing messages about others. Also, ask kids to always tell you about any harassing or bullying messages that others may post.

2.

Think twice before hitting "enter." Remind teens that the messages, images and videos they post could be used against them. For example, letting the world

know that you're off on vacation or posting your home address gives would-be robbers a chance to strike.

Teens also should avoid posting specific locations of parties or events, as well as phone numbers.

3.

Follow the "WWGS?" (What Would Grandma Say?) Rule.

Teach kids the mantra that "once it's out there, you can't get it back."

They shouldn't share anything on social media that they wouldn't want their teachers, college admissions officers, future bosses – and yes, Grandma – to see.

4.

Use privacy settings. Privacy settings are important, and to highlight their significance go through the settings together

to make sure your kids understand each one. Also, explain that passwords are there to protect them against things like identity theft and should never be shared with anyone (even a boyfriend, girlfriend or best friend).

5.

Don't "friend" strangers. If you don't know them, don't friend them. This is a simple and safe rule of thumb to always follow.

Social media is here to stay – following these simple guidelines will help make your child’s involvement with it a safer and more positive experience.

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private school open house guide

PRIVATE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE GUIDE Interested in a private school for your student? There are plenty of great options in the Dayton area. Visit an upcoming open house or schedule a tour to get all your questions answered.

ALEXANDRIA MONTESSORI 175 E Franklin St, Washington, OH 45459 (937) 435-5392 www.alexandriamontessori.org Ages 3-12 f Call to schedule a tour

ALTER HIGH SCHOOL

940 E David Rd. Dayton, OH 45429 (937) 434-4434 www.alterhs.org Grades 9-12 f Open House: Sunday, November 15, 2015, 1-4pm

CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL

4524 Linden Ave. Dayton, OH 45432 (937) 253-8188 www.carrollhs.org Grades 9-12 f Open House: Sunday, November 1, 2015, 1-4pm

CHAMINADE JULIENNE

EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

OVERFIELD SCHOOL

2177 Emmanuel Way Springfield, OH 45502 (937) 390-3777 www.ecaoh.com Grades K-12 f Call to schedule a tour

172 S Ridge Ave. Troy, OH 45373 (937) 339-5111 www.overfield.org Grades 18mos-6years f Open House: No finalized date. Call to schedule tour.

FIRST SCHOOL

SPRING VALLEY ACADEMY

505 S Ludlow St. Dayton, OH 45402 (937) 461-3740 www.cjeagles.org Grades 9-12 f Open House: Sunday, November 1, 2015, 2-4pm

7659 McEwen Rd. Washington, OH 45459 (937) 433-3455 www.firstschooldayton.com Ages 30mos-6y f Private tours only.

Available by appointment.

1461 E Spring Valley Rd. Centerville, OH 45458 (937) 433-0790 www.springvalleyacademy.org Grades PreK-12 f Call to schedule a tour

4855 State Route 122 Franklin, Ohio 45005 (513) 423-0723 www.fenwickfalconsorg Grades 9-12 f Open House: Sunday, November 8, 2015, 1-3pm

DAYTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION

4600 Ackerman Blvd.

Kettering, OH 45429 (937) 434-4933 www.stcharles-kettering.org/school/ Grades PreK3-8 f Open House: Second Semester

BISHOP LEIBOLD SCHOOL

DAYTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

BISHOP FENWICK SCHOOL

West Campus: 24 South Third Street, Miamisburg, OH 45342 East Campus: 6666 Springboro Pike, Dayton, OH 45449 West Campus: (937) 866-3021 East Campus: (937) 434-9343 www.bishopleiboldschool.com Grades PreK-8 f Open House: Spring dates TBD.

BRUNNER CATHOLIC

4870 Denlinger Rd. Dayton, OH 45426 (937) 277-2291 www.brunnercatholicschool.org Grades K-8 f Open House: Thursday, February 4, 2015, 5-7pm

9391 Washington Church Rd. Miamisburg, OH 45342 (937) 291-7201 www.daytonchristian.com Grades PreK-12 f Open House: Second Semester

7811 Mad River Rd. Dayton, OH 45459 (937) 433-1120 www.daytonis.org Ages 18 mos - adults f Call to schedule a tour

2268 S Smithville Rd. Dayton, OH 45420 (937) 253-8831 www.icschooldayton.org Grades PreK-8 f Call to schedule a tour

INCARNATION CATHOLIC 45 Williamsburg Ln. Dayton, OH 45459 (937) 433-1051 www.incarnation-school.com Grades PreK-8 f Call to schedule a tour

MIAMI VALLEY SCHOOL

ST. CHARLES SCHOOL

ST. CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL

405 E National Rd..

Vandalia, OH 45377 (937) 898-5104 school.stchristopheronline.com Grades K-8 f Open House: Sunday, January 31, 2016, after 9am and 11am masses

DAYTON SMART SCHOOL

5151 Denise Dr. Dayton, OH 45429 (937) 434-4444 www.mvschool.com Grades PreK3-12 f Open House: Sunday, November 15, 2015 1:30-2:30pm

ST. LUKE SCHOOL

601 S Keowee St. Dayton, OH 45410 (937) 222-2812 www.daytonsmart.org Grades K-4 f Call to schedule a tour

EMERSON ACADEMY

MIDDLETON CHRISTIAN

TROY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

501 Hickory St. Dayton, OH 45410 (937) 223-2889 nhaschools.org/schools/emerson Grades K-8 f Call to schedule a tour

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3011 North Union Road Franklin, Ohio 45005 (513) 423-4542 www.mcseagles.net Grades K-12 f Open House: Sunday, November 15, 2015 2-4pm

1442 N Fairfield Rd. Beavercreek, OH 45432 (937) 426-1733 www.stlukeparish.org/school/ Grades K-8 f Call to schedule a tour

700 S Dorset Rd. Troy, OH 45373 (937) 339-5692 www.troychristianschools.org Grades 18mos-12 f Call to schedule a Friday visitation

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KUMON

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education and childcare guide

education &

CHILDCARE GUIDE

Antioch School

Dominion Academy

The Miami Valley School

1160 Corry St., Yellow Springs, OH 45387 | 937-767 7642 | info@antiochschool.org | www.antiochschool.org

925 N. Main St., Dayton, OH 45405 | (937)224-8555 | amanda.mcgill@dominionacademy.org | dominionacademy. org | Ages/Grades: Grades 1- 12

5151 Denise Dr., Dayton, OH 45429 | 937-434-4444 | susan.strong@ mvschool.com | www.mvschool.com

Antioch School was founded in 1921 and is considered among the oldest democratic schools in the United States. Children are encouraged to take the next step, to risk, to make mistakes and to try again as they find their own unique ways of learning. The Antioch School is a place where childhood is respected and children are enjoyed. Nursery - Sixth Grade.

Dayton Public Schools 115 South Ludlow Street, Dayton, OH 45402 | 937-542-5555 | www.dps.k12. oh.us Dayton Public Schools offers free full/half-day preschool for children ages 3-5. Classes meet Monday through Thursday. We provide a balanced schedule to meet the developmental needs of all children. Staff are licensed by the Ohio Department of Education. Families of all income levels are eligible to apply.

As a classical Christian school, Dominion Academy of Dayton is committed to learning well to love well.

Our collegiate-model structure for grades 1-12 means flexibility to complement your family's needs (schedules range from one class to full-time). Our unique academic community cultivates a joyful love for truth, goodness, and beauty.

At The Miami Valley School, we adhere to a demanding scholarship built up a foundation of integrity and grit. Our teachers empower students to live life to fullest, to discover their true passion, and then to responsibly pursue their dreams with emotional and intellectual rigor. Students don’t just come to MVS. Here, they become. For early childhood-12th grade.

Love is a Hug

The Overfield School

201 West Market St. Germantown, OH 45327 | 937-855-2150 | Liah@woh. rr.com | www.loveisahug.org We are a quality Preschool for children 2 1/2 to pre-kindergarten. Our goal is to make sure every child is ready for Kindergarten, We are open 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Preshool is from 9:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m. We offer day camps and school days out for Kindergarten to 5th grade when school is not in session.

172 S. Ridge Ave., Troy | 937-339-5111 | office@overfield.org | www.overfield.org At Overfield, young children and teachers explore, problem-solve and build an exceptional educational foundation using indoor and outdoor classrooms on 83 acres. Serving ages 18 months-Kindergarten, with full-day options for ages 3-6.

Established in 1960. Voted Best Preschool in 2014 in Dayton Magazine's Best of Dayton.

St. Matthew Lutheran Preschool

5566 Chambersburg Rd., Huber Heights, OH 45424 | 937-836-7294 | tpetrock@ msn.com | http://stmatthewlutheranpreschool.webs.com | Ages/Grades: 2.5-5 years of age We are a small program that accommodates for 12 children in a classroom setting. Our Christian teachers are highly dedicated and qualified in Early Childhood Education.

YMCA of Greater Dayton 111 W. First St., Dayton, OH 45402 | 937-610-9622 | mresor@daytonymca. org | www.ymcaonline.org The YMCA is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable care for children. With 49 Miami Valley child care locations, we serve families with infants up through the 6th grade. Our staff members partner with parents and caregivers, working together to help kids grow up healthy, happy and strong. Financial assistance is available-call 937-610-9622 today.

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october calendar

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THURSDAY | 1 Home Free A Capella Country Group

Victoria Theatre,138 North Main St., Dayton, OH 45402 | (937) 228-3630 | www.victoriatheatre.com/shows/home-free/

Come enjoy the Season 4 Champions of NBC’s ”The Sing-Off,” Home Free in the Victoria Theatre! Price ranges from $29 to $117.

FRIDAY | 2

Heritage of Flight Festival Main Street of New Carlisle, OH, 45344 | (937) 543-8435 | www.heritageofflight.com

Kick things off with a Classic Car CruiseIn on a Friday night featuring live entertainment and an Auto Auction. In past years over 800 Classic Cars & Trucks have lined Main Street for one of the state's largest cruise-ins. Free event for the whole family.

Eastwood Metro Park 1385 Harshman Road, Dayton, OH 45431 | www.metroparks.org/ outdoorx/home.aspx?id=DL2014

Outdoor

Experience

Haunted Wagon Rides at Young’s Dairy Young’s Jersey Dairy, 6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd, Yellow Springs, OH 45387 | www. youngsdairy.com/haunted-wagon-rides/

Things are going to get a little scary around Young’s this fall! Our Haunted Wagon Ride and Scary Stories are designed for families with children. It will be scary! A responsible adult must accompany all children under age 11. This is a family fun activity that will help get you into the proper Halloween spirit! Cost: $10 for ages 5 and up, $4 for up to age 4

SATURDAY | 3 Cabbage Roll Run

Midwest Outdoor Experience Midwest

something for the budding weekend warrior to the hard core outdoor enthusiast. With more than 20,000 visitors, you need to experience one of the largest festivals celebrating the outdoor lifestyle in the Midwest. Children can try a variety of outdoor activities at the Subway Fresh Fit Youth Adventure Zone.

offers

Clint Fultz Field, 10 North Main Street, Waynesville, OH 45068 | (513) 897-8855 | www.sauerkrautfestival.com

This 5 mile run is a week prior to the Ohio Sauerkraut Festival. You will start and end at Clint Fultz Field and run along the

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Little Miami Bike Trail! For the first 100 people you will receive a FREE BondiBand headband!

Huber Heights Family Fall Festival Chambersburg and Brandt Pike, Huber Heights, OH 45424 | www.hhfallfest.com

Get ready for this fun-filled festival, featuring food, music, fall crafts, 2-day cruise-in, bands, everything that makes FALL that special time of the year. Activities for the whole family - including hay rides, pony rides, great food, crafts, bouncy house, cruise in, face painting, s'mores, pumpkin pie and more!

Annual Fall Farm Pumpkin Festival at Young’s Young’s Jersey Dairy, 6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd, Yellow Springs, OH 45387 | www.youngsdairy.com

Enjoy a full day of family fun with our biggest festival of the year. Take your picture with Humongous Gus, our 800+ pound pumpkin, taste freshly made Pumpkin Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes, take a tour of our cheese making facility and watch cow milking. And don’t forget to try our latest addition – Pumpkin Bowling!

Rhythm and Roots Music Festival at Hayner Center Troy-Hayner Cultural Center, 301 West Main St., Troy, OH 45373 | 937-339-0457 | www. troyhayner.org

Have a blast at the all day music festival will celebrate the roots of our American musical heritage. Stop by the Art Studio for arts and crafts for the kids. No admission fee.

SUNDAY | 4 Ohio Cider Fest

Hidden Valley Fruit Farm, 5474 N. State Rt. 48, Lebanon, OH 45036 | www.facebook.com/ events/270355169803555/

The Celebration of the Ohio Cider and Apple Season! Bring the Family to the farm for All Natural Fresh Pressed Apple Cider! Enjoy fresh apple products, crafts, and games.

Fall Farm Days at Bonnybrook Farms Bonnybrook Farms, 3779 State Route 132, Clarksville, OH 45113 | 937.289.2500

| www.bonnybrookfarms.com Pick the perfect pumpkin from the Pumpkin Patch; take an Adventure Wagon Ride with professional theater actors;

october calendar find your way through the Corn Maze; pet and brush the friendly Farm Animals and Ride a Pony. It is all family fun!

THURSDAY | 8 SISCA Preschool Tails

SISCA Pet Adoption Center, 2600 Wilmington Pike, Kettering, OH 45419 |937.294.6505 | www.sicsa.org/preschool-tails

Preschool Tails is an hour-long program designed for children ages 3-5. SICSA staff read a fun children's picture book with a humane theme and complete a craft or activity. No fee, register online.

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Ohio Sauerkraut Festival 10 B North Main Street, Waynesville OH 45068 | www.sauerkrautfestival.com

Make plans to attend the 46th Ohio Sauerkraut Festival where we serve sauerkraut in traditional and nontraditional ways! The Ohio Sauerkraut Festival is a top ranked event featuring an eclectic mix of arts and crafts from sculptures to ceramics to paintings to woodworking, and more.

17th Annual Iams Homestead Pioneer Harvest Fest Iams Homestead Museum, 349 South Broadway, Trotwood, OH 45426

Take a tour of the Iams Homestead Museum and see all the items on display.

Don’t miss touring the 1854 barn where you will find antique tools of all kinds and other display yet to be determined. Also visit our 1929 Trotwood Travel Trailer Display on the grounds of the Iams Homestead.

Try a Truck in Beavercreek!

Beavercreek Township Fire Department, 2195 Dayton Xenia Rd, Beavercreek, OH 45434 | www.beavercreekfire.org/Events

Fun for the kids in Beavercreek! Climb on a variety of vehicles including a police car, snow plows, front-loaders and of course our fire trucks!

Kiwanis Oktoberfest Peace Park, West Alexandria OH 45381 | http://home.earthlink. net/~kiwanisoktoberfest/

Join the fun this weekend in Peace Park!

A parade is scheduled on Saturday at 11:00 AM with an antique car covered bridge run on Sunday at noon. A 5K and 10K run will be held on Saturday morning. There will be plenty of wonderful homemade and German goods available.

Mickey the Lions Corn Maze 6995 Springfield Jamestown Road Springfield, OH 45502 | (937) 206-4174 | www. mickeymaze.com

Help strike out ALS! Get lost, confused and have a blast in the corn maze. Explore a fire truck and participate in the Lowe's Build and Grow Clinic. Visit with Dogtors animal assisted therapy dogs and the Columbus Ghostbusters

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Enon Apple Butter Festival Enon Elementary, South Xenia St, Enon, Ohio 45323 | www.enonhistory.com/AppleButterFestival.html

2015 marks the festival's 37th year and the 15th year for our new downtown site.

RAIN, SHINE or SNOW!! Come Visit us the second weekend of October! Fun for the whole Family!

Dance to Finton, Collins, and the Nite Lites American Czechoslovakian Club, 922 Valley Street, Dayton, OH 45404 | 937-287-4275 | www.accdayton.com

Enjoy and dance to the music of the 50’s, 60”s & “Oldies” tunes. $12 per person and kids 12 and under free!

Fallfest at City Movement Church 104 Bonner St, Dayton, OH 45410 | www.citymovementchurch.com

Numerous blow up games, door prizes, Trunk or Treat, free chili, festival games, TONS OF CANDY, TV giveaway, characters in costume, corn hole, and much much more. Come dressed up in your best costume from 12:30-2:30 there will be something for everyone.

MONDAY | 12 Trailside Kids Club

Glen Helen Nature Preserve, 405 Corry St., Yellow Springs, OH 45387 | (937) 769-1902 | www.glenhelen.org

Hang out with a Glen Helen Naturalist at the Trailside Museum, spend your evening exploring the Glen! $2 per session!

Dayton Mall’s Spooktopia Connect Kids Event Dayton Mall, 2700 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd. Dayton, OH 4545 |www.daytonmall.com

Let your kiddos wear their costume and come watch a Madcaps’ Legend of Sleepy Hollow performance and then get their pictures with some creepy critters like snakes and tortoises. Samples and

giveaways will also be going on plus a drawing for a $50 Dayton Mall gift card.

FRIDAY | 16 Cuddle Camp

SISCA Pet Adoption Center, 2600 Wilmington Pike, Kettering, OH 45419 | 937.294.6505 |www.sicsa.org/animal-adventure-camp

Spend the day with our adoptable pets.

Create, play & cuddle! Ideal for ages 8-12.

Registration is processed on a first come, first served basis. Once your online registration form and payment have been submitted, you will receive an email confirmation of enrollment. We have space for 25 campers in each camp. Fees are $45 for a day camp.

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The Schuster Center, 1 W 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402 | (888) 228-3630 |

www.daytonperformingarts.org/philharmonic-performance/philharmonster2015 The DPO kicks off the 2015–2016 Family Series by presenting its legendary PhilharMonster Halloween Concert, setting the spooky stage for Halloween! Activities for kids of all ages begin at 2 p.m. in the Wintergarden of the Schuster Center.

Raptor Center Open House Glen Helen Nature Preserve, 405 Corry St., Yellow Springs, OH 45387 | 937.769.1902 | www.glenhelen.org

Meet the new Raptor Center Director, Rebecca Jaramillo, and experience close encounters with many of the birds as naturalists answer questions and display birds on the glove.

LIFE-(teens) Community Book Sale

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Redemption Gospel Church, 4917 Webster St, Dayton, Ohio 45414 | www.redemptiondayton. com

The Gathering, 8911 Yankee St., Dayton, OH 45458 | 937-435-8911 | www.thegatheringdayton.com

HUGE selection of books including children's books, adult books, fiction and nonfiction, cookbooks and more. Every book is under $3. We also sell popsicles, puzzles, games and food all under $5.

The Berenstain Bears Live!

Victoria Theatre, 138 North Main St., Dayton, OH 45402 | (937) 228-7591 |www.victoriatheatre.com/shows/berenstain-bears/

Approved by the authors themselves and appropriate for Mamas, Papas, and Young Cubs of all ages, this live musical production is filled with fun songs and dancing. Using the iconic stories and imagery of the books, you and your family will see Bear Country come to life on stage while learning about the importance of honesty, health, and safety.

Lantern Light Wagon Ride & Corn Maze Bonnybrook Farms, 3779 State Route 132, Clarksville, OH 45113 | 937-289-2500 | www. bonnybrookfarms.com

Ride down an abandoned country road; travel along Todd Fork Creek…go back with us 150 years and catch a glimpse of travelers from the past! Bring a Flashlight to find your way through the shadowy rows of the CrAzEd CoRn MAzE but beware of what you might see…or what might see you…along the way.

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PhilharMonster Halloween Concert

Dayton Fall Festival

The Gathering church in Dayton, Ohio, is hosting its 3rd annual Dayton Fall Festival on Saturday, September 19th, from 11am to 4pm. As a thank you to our community, we invite you to come spend the day with us and enjoy plenty of FREE activities for the entire family! Including...Petting Zoo, Pony Rides & Hayride, Bounce Houses & a Climbing Wall, Carnival Games & Crafts. Work up an appetite from all those activities? Local food trucks will be available from which to purchase food.

WEDNESDAY | 21 Disney on Ice presents TREASURE TROVE

Wright State University Nutter Center, 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, OH 45435 |www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/180344/2017353/

Disney On Ice sets the gold standard with a skating spectacular filled with classic Disney moments. Get tangled up in Disney’s 50th animated feature with Rapunzel and Flynn and enter the worlds of your favorite Disney princesses.

THURSDAY | 22 Cinderella

Victoria Theater, 138 North Main St., Dayton, OH 45402 | (888) 228-3630 | www.daytonperformingarts.org/ballet-performance/cinderella

The spectacular Cinderella returns to the Victoria Theatre, featuring the wonderful music of Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev.

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Haunted Trail at Grant Park

|www.hospiceofdayton.webconnex.com/remembrancewalk2015

Grant Park-Centerville-Washington Township Park District | 501 Normandy Ridge Rd., Centerville, OH 4545 | (937) 433-5155 |www.cwpd. org/grant.html

Registration opens at 8:30 am Walk begins at 10:00 am. The Remembrance Walk will start at Hospice of Dayton campus, proceed through the neighborhood and lead back to Hospice.

Ghosts, ghouls and zombies haunt the trails of Grant Park for two nights every October. On this fun-filled evening you will be guided through the scary forest.

Ages 8 and up only please.

FRIDAY | 23 Bunnicula

Town Hall Theatre, 27 N. Main Street, Centerville, OH 45459 | 937-433-8957 | www.zootheatrecompany.org

After finding a bunny named Bunnicula in a movie theatre, the Monroe family including their cat Chester and dog Harold find out their new guest is no ordinary bunny.

ChemFest at the Boonshoft Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, 2600 Deweese Pkwy, Dayton, OH 45414 | (937) 2757431 | www.boonshoftmuseum.org

Get ready for some colorful chemistry experiments! The Museum's Education Department is gearing up to bring some vibrant science into your life, as we explore all of the beautiful colors of the world through chemistry.

SUNDAY | 25 Ghostbusters

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Air Force Museum Theatre, 1100 Spaatz Street, Dayton, OH 45324 | 937-253-4629 |www. afmuseum.com/attractions/theatre/scheduleshow-times

Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Avenue, Dayton, OH 45420 | 937.256.4490

Experience your favorite films on the region's largest screen - The 2015 Hollywood Series at the Air Force Museum Theatre.

2015 Hospice of Dayton 3k/5k Remembrance Walk

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WEDNESDAY | 28 Wright’s Story Telling Program: Goblin Stories with a Twist

Glen Helen Nature Preserve, 405 Corry St., Yellow Springs, OH 45387 | 937-769-1902 |www.eventbrite.com/e/wrights-story-tellingprogram-goblin-stories-with-a-twist-tickets-18235319331

Spooky Science Saturday Boonshoft Museum, 2600 Deweese Pkwy, Dayton, OH 45414 | (937) 275-7431 | www. boonshoftmuseum.org

With wicked space theater shows and creepy experiments, this is the perfect way to kick-off your Halloween celebration at the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery. Be sure to wear your costumes!

Just when you are getting scared, these stories will take a twist that will leave you laughing. Refreshments provided.

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Family Day: Spooktacular Aerospace Fun National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, 1100 Spaatz St., Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433 | 937-255-3286 | www.nationalmuseum.af.mil

Celebrate Halloween by learning fun aerospace principles through Halloweenthemed activities! Come dressed in your favorite costume!

At Dayton Parent, we work hard to ensure our calendar and guide information is accurate. Occasionally event specifics change after we go to press. Therefore, we encourage our readers to call locations or visit them on the web to verify information.

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