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Publishers’ Note... I have a poster with “Praise the Children and They Will Blossom,” and it ranks as one my favorite. It has colorful flowers and a watering can pouring out hearts. Just as we fertilize and water our flowers to produce the fullest blossoms, we must remember how important the loving structure we give our children is to help them grow into responsible adults. When you see or hear your child do an act of kindness, praise him.When he comes down to breakfast on time with a few chores done, praise him. It’s the little things that can make a difference, and children learn more from positive reinforcement. When your child questions newspaper stories or the often violent reporting on the news, praise him for having empathy and try to explain the news the best way you can. Today’s news topics can be very stressful with children pictured on TV running from gunfire in war zones and the constant news commentary about uncertain times we are experiencing.They must be encouraged to believe that the future will be bright for those who work hard and persevere.
a martyr by doing them yourself. Instead, praise your child for helping in all areas of your home. In laying a good foundation for your child, consider a commitment to religious faith or joining family-oriented mentoring groups and organizations in your community. Most churches or family programs have classes and activities that build moral values and also create new friendships through peer groups that help build self-confidence. Additionally, having activities that you do together as a family is ideal. This can include participating in family-oriented programs, going to athletic events, going to the movies, visiting grandparents, working in the yard, taking a walk or riding bicycles together. During all of these activities, your children will have a family bonding experience and lots of fun, too. They need to feel valued, so ask them to help out on these outings. Unconditional love is the goal for families to share with each other.
“It’s the little things that can make a difference, and children learn more from positive reinforcement. ”
Parents are the primary teachers of their children. The first five years are the most important formative years for children. They will observe your reading, eating and exercise habits because they want to be like you, because they know that will please you. I was pleased to read that the Obama daughters will continue to clean their own rooms and make their own beds. Michelle Obama knows that there is life after the White House and she wants her children ready to adjust to different situations. Likewise, giving your children responsibilities they can handle is important. Sometimes the responsibilities need to be shared. Don’t be
May is one of the most fun months in Cincinnati! The weather is warm and flowers are blooming everywhere. There are so many exciting festivals and events to celebrate with your family. A Taste of Cincinnati, Appalachian Fest, Zoo Babies and the Summer Fair at Coney Island are just a few of the great festivals taking place this month (see our May Festivals article on page 12). However your family expresses its feelings or bonding, remember that mutual respect for each other and hope for a better tomorrow are always part of the love they need. MARY WYNNE COX is the Publisher of Cincinnati Parent Magazine
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NEWS you can use Cincinnati Native Launches Website to Serve the Needs of Female Athletes In March, Female Athletes First (FAF) completed development of the first ever web site of its kind designed to serve the needs of the female athlete, www.femaleathletesfirst.com. FAF’s mission is to serve the female athlete exclusively by providing functional strength and conditioning programs, on-line coaching and relevant health and wellness information. The site provides unparalleled services to the female athlete, parent or coach who is in search of strength and conditioning programs that address the needs of the female athlete and helps them ward off the potential for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee injuries. Cincinnati native and Amelia high school grad, Margaret Hofmann, Owner/President of FAF, is committed to educating and providing proper programs to female athletes locally and from around the globe. Margaret believes female athletes are under-served when it comes to strength training and knowing how and when to condition properly for their sport. Too often female athletes are starting strengthtraining programs very late, if not at all in their careers, are put on the wrong strength program and then execute it incorrectly. One section of the site deals specifically with the prevention of (ACL) knee injuries, which female athletes are sustaining at alarming rates in comparison to men in the same high-risk sports. FAF wants to play a role in reversing this trend.
May is National Foster Care Month Did you know that over 30% of Hamilton County foster children have to be placed in homes outside the county because of a shortage of foster families in our community?* The need for new, safe, nurturing foster homes is critical. Even if you can’t become a foster parent yourself, there are other ways you can help support our community’s neediest children. Keep your eye out for Foster Change, a movement started by Beech Acres Parenting Center to raise awareness of all of the ways to get involved, from tutoring, to supporting scholarships, to donating tickets to the zoo for children who’ve never had the chance to go. Whether you’re just starting your family, have teenagers ready to leave the nest, or are simply passionate about the well-being of our community’s children, it’s time to get involved.
A female athlete will feel at “home” on the site. They will find many articles, handouts and resources on just about every topic relating to their needs as an athlete. More importantly, a female athlete can purchase and download a sport specific exercise program to get started on immediately to improve their conditioning and enhance their sports experience. An athlete can also connect on-line with a female performance coach, get a nutritional assessment, watch a video, get tips from female pro athletes, read about how to market themselves for a college scholarship and sign up for the “Condition Culture” newsletter each month. This site is worth exploring. There is quality, up-to-date information for a female athlete of any age or sport.
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Kids’ Express Opens For May Festivities at EnterTRAINment Junction The month of May brings special activities for kids at EnterTRAINment Junction, recently voted Ohio’s Best Family Entertainment Center. It’s time for kids to once again be their own train engineers as EnterTRAINment Junction re-opens the popular Kids’ Express outdoor hand-cranked locomotives. The attraction had been closed for the winter. The best part: Kids’ Express is FREE with a purchase of a full price child’s admission to EnterTRAINment Journey, the largest indoor, G-scale model train display in the world. Located just outside the super-popular Imagination Junction play area, Kids’ Express is kid-powered fun as youngsters board hand-cranked locomotives, then become their own train engineers as they power their way around a 300 foot track. Kids’ Express will be open daily, weather permitting. And, to make the Month of May even better, kids also get a free engineers hat and a free ice cream cup with a purchase of a full price child’s admission. The May celebration runs May 4-May 31. EnterTRAINment Junction is the only train-themed family entertainment center in the world, and includes not only the world’s largest indoor model train display, but also the giant Imagination Junction interactive play area, the American Railroading Museum, and Expo Center and the crazy Funhouse Junction reminiscent of a old-time amusement park funhouse. EnterTRAINment Junction is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. every day except Sunday, when hours are noon-6 p.m. (Closed Easter Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and Wednesdays January through April.) Parking is always FREE at EnterTRAINment Junction.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends waiting until a baby is 6 months old before starting solid foods, especially if the mother is breastfeeding. Other pediatricians and nurse practitioners agree that anytime after 4 months of age is an appropriate starting point. Starting a baby on solids before 4 months of age probably isn’t a wise choice, since a baby’s tonguethrust reflex will inevitably cause the infant to spit the food back out. That reflex fades at around the 4 month mark.
“Most pediatricians recommend rice your baby to have a more pleasant eating cereal for the baby’s first solid food, experience, others say to start them on since rice is a very hypoallergenic food vegetables first, because if you start a and very few people are allergic to it,” baby on fruits he won’t want to ever eat says Eileen M. Bens, RN, CPNP with vegetables,” says Bens. The choice is up Suburban Pediatrics in Cincinnati. to the parent. Once you start fruits and vegetables, only “However, barley initiate one new and oatmeal cereals are options as well, The American Academy of Pediatrics food every week or so. and all of these cereals should be recommends waiting until a baby is 6 Don’t feel guilty mixed with breast milk or formula.” months old before starting solid foods, if you don’t have the time or ener g y The next big debate especially if the mother is breastfeeding. to whip up after starting your homemade baby on cereal is what else to initiate, and when? baby food either. “Most pediatricians Nutritionally speaking, strained fruits don’t prefer homemade baby food or vegetables are both good choices, but over jarred,” or vice versa, says Bens. there are differing opinions on which to start first. “Some pediatricians will At around 9 months old, a baby is argue that starting fruits first will allow probably ready for table food within
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reason. Cheerios, fruit puffs, soft fruit cut into tiny pieces, and other soft foods are good options. However, there are some foods to avoid. “Since the biggest concerns are centered around food allergies, it’s wise to avoid eggs, citrus fruits, chocolate, honey, and fish until the child is at least a year old,” says Bens. “And a child really shouldn’t eat peanut butter until age three.”
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Butterfly Walk Honors the Memory of Hanna Paribello While Helping Aid Research a Cure
Cancer in childhood unfortunately occurs randomly and spares no ethnic group, socioeconomic class, or geographic region. The cause of most childhood cancers is largely unknown. Cancer is the number one disease killer of America’s children, more than cystic f ibrosis, muscular dystrophy, asthma, and AIDS combined.
According to the nonprofit organization CancerFree Kids, research funds are considered scarce for pediatric cancer, as most money is diverted to well-publicized adult forms of cancer, such as breast and prostate. However, Dr. Frank Smith, Director of the Division of Hematology and Oncology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, say there is also much hope for parent of sick children. “Generally speaking, we are able to cure approximately 80% of childhood cancers. 4 of 5 children who are diagnosed with cancer will survive. Some types have an even greater survival rates, some less, but we have come so far. In 1959 we cured less than 20% of childhood cancer… in one generation we’ve gone to curing 80%.” Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is ranked among the top 5 hospitals around the country for childhood cancer. People from around the country and world travel to Cincinnati for treatment for their sick children,
due to the research studies and innovative treatment found there. However, Dr. Smith says funding for pediatric research is scarce. “It’s clear that childhood diseases are profoundly underfunded. Per year, the National Cancer Institute gives about 30 million a year for 220 institutions around the world dealing with childhood cancers. Because we are so vastly underfunded by the federal government, we secure funding through non-profit organizations to generate preliminary data, and then we can secure even more grant money from the federal money or American cancer society.” Shocked and heartbroken after losing their daughter, the Paribellos strived to do something meaningful in memory of Hanna. With the help of the organization Cancer Free Kids, Amy Paribello decided to create The Butterfly Walk for Cancer Free Kids, sponsored by Anthem, is a family event to raise funding for pediatric cancer research.
“Research is extremely important in pediatric cancer treatment,” says Dr. Smith. “We estimate between 50 and 70% of pediatric cancer patients get their treatment through research studies.” That’s compared to only 2-4% of adult cancer patients.
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When Hanna Paribello was 2 1⁄2 years old, she started complaining of back pain and could no longer sleep through the night. When her parents took her to the pediatrician, they were given the devastating diagnosis of cancer. Hanna’s pain was due to a tumor in her stomach from Neuroblastoma. “We were told basically no children with this disease survive past 3 years,” says her mother, Amy Paribello. “Hanna lived 7 months and passed away on Father’s Day, 2006.”
“Our goal is to have at least 1000 walkers come together to raise $60,000 for pediatric cancer research,” says Amy. The event, held on Mother’s Day weekend, will be held at Cottell Park in Mason, Ohio. Besides the walk, there will be numerous activities for children and parents, including “Adopt a tree,” where children can decorate paper butterflies to hang in the trees in the park, music and games. For people who can’t make it to the walk, you can still help. Go to www.ButterflyWalk.com to donate, or visit www.CancerFreeKids.org for other ways to get involved.
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Avoiding Summer Brain Drain Local Camps Offer Educational Options When the school year ends, most child leave behind more than textbooks and broken crayons. Educators across the country agree that a phenomenon called “summer learning loss” not only exists, but it poses a problem for virtually every school-age child.
Studies show that upon returning to school in the fall, test scores are, on average, at least one month lower compared to how they fared the previous spring. “Ever y ch i ld loses as much as 25% of what they learned during the school year over the summer months,” says Marschelle Schauble, director of programming at Mad Science in Cincinnati and former 6th grade teacher.
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Schauble says that one of the muscles. The more they use them, reasons students lose so much of the stronger they will be. If you what they learned is because the use those muscles in a “fun” way, lessons weren’t embedded into their it will encourage a stronger love memor ies enough. “If a student of lear n ing for your ch i ldren,” simply memorizes information they continues Schauble. Options like Mad Science, a need for a test, but doesn’t f u l ly Studies show that upon returning to school learning-based prog r a m t h at understand the in for m at ion they in the fall, test scores are, on average, at of fers sciencerelated summer learned, that lesson and is the f irst to go,” least one month lower compared to how c a m p s act iv it ies a nd she says. is available in they fared the previous spring. Cincinnati and One way to combat sum mer “ brain drain” is to get Indiana, of fer children hands-on your child involved in educational learning that feels more like fun. act iv it ies or ca mps dur ing the sum mer months. That way, the Even if camp is not in your family’s child will be learning and retaining budget this summer, there is plenty infor mation, but sti l l have fun. parents can do at home that will help “A child’s learning skills are like your child retain what she learned
and have fun too. Reading is a vital skill for school-age children. Experts say by encouraging your kids to read simply for pleasure, without the pressures of exams or book reports, you will increase their ability to retain information and use their learning skills. “Parents can make this a fam ily event. Take your children to the librar y and allow them to chose a book they want to read. Set up a time when the TV is turned off, and the family is reading together, even if ever yone has their own separate books,” says Schauble. “Or read to your children! Even older children like their parents to read with them,”
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Making Sense of Your Teen Daughter’s Transformation How to Encourage Individuality Within Age-Appropriate Boundaries
Magenta hair streaks, skinny body-hugging tank tops, jeans’ waistbands that ride too low, sexy videos, and pop diva gossip—the trappings that used to belong to only older teen girls is now alive and flourishing in the early adolescent group as well. If you feel like your pre or young teen daughter is 13 going on 19, you’re not alone. More and more parents are waking up to find their preteen daughters at the bathroom mirror brushing on mascara and humming suggestive lyrics from the latest hit song. The basic part of this transformation is normal. Most girls begin to mature physically before boys (and are maturing earlier than ever due in part to the growth hormones in animal products). These girls naturally become increasingly absorbed in themselves, their developing figures and their looks in general. As their world expands through outside activities, their relationships with friends become increasingly important and fitting in with peers becomes a priority. But these days, following the crowd through popular fashion may include such things as body piercings. Singing along to
the radio menu involves a more sexually charged vocabulary than was encountered in generations past. There’s no doubt about it, today’s media-saturated preteens are exposed to (and want to expose) much more than most parents are comfortable with. What can parents do to tame these cultural influences and provide appropriate guidelines for their physically maturing daughters? Realize your power and use it. The outside world may be feeding your kids something you don’t like, but you are feeding them, too. You have a strong influence over what your children wear and listen to and watch—and how they perceive it.
easier answers than “Why do I feel shy?” or “Why doesn’t my dad visit more often?” Help your daughter become familiar with and value her inner self so that she can feel confident there as well. Without burdening her with financial or marital problems, act as a model and share simple examples of your own feelings, questions, struggles and joys. Help her build confidence, value her inner strengths, and foster her spiritual and emotional life. Introduce her to the miracles and potential that lie within her.
Without denying your children access to radio, television, and print advertising, there are steps you can take to balance out the sometimes-frightening messages that they are bombarded with on a daily basis:
Set limits. Your daughter may be able to surf the net, ride her bike to the mall, and “nuke” her dinner without your help, but you are still the parent. Talk with her about appropriate dress, make-up and music. Set rules about what will and won’t be tolerated in your house: “Shirts that show navels do not go to school.” “Eye shadow is for school dances only.” “Songs with graphic lyrics won’t be played in this house.”
Focus inward. The world of “looks” holds much of its appeal because it is concrete and offers easy solutions to visible problems. (Got a pimple? Dry it up. Lifeless hair? Perm and color.) These questions have
Balance the media messages with your own. Give your daughter a strong moral base to counter what she’s picking up from movies and TV. She’s getting constant tips on how to be “hot.”
She needs guidance from you on how to grow up healthy and safe. Model morality and appropriate behavior, and talk to her about your spiritual values. Don’t feed the problem. Using sexual innuendo and renting R-rated movies with young teens encourages feelings and behaviors they aren’t yet ready to handle.
Keep it simple. Half-hour lectures usually get tuned out, so make your comments brief and directed to the situation at hand. When you see an advertisement or television show in which a young teen is dressed in sexually suggestive clothing, be specific rather than moralizing. “That girl is dressed way beyond her age; some guys will take that as a message that she wants to have sex,” will be heard more clearly than, “Kids today look like trash.” The first comment will educate your daughter about your morals and the reality of the situation. The second will be taken as a criticism and encourage her to reject whatever you have just said. Combine forces. Discuss your concerns with other parents and make a decision to uphold certain policies that you
agree upon. If Jaclyn isn’t allowed to wear lipstick until she’s in high school, then it’s not as hard for her best friend to accept the same limitation. If your young teen’s school doesn’t already have an appropriate school dress code or restrictions on bringing Ipods and cell phones to school, talk to administrators about setting limits. If enough parents are concerned, policies can be made or changed. The best use of “parent power” involves providing thoughtful input based on your own strong set of values, and consistently enforcing limits, while keeping communications open at the same time. The goal is to provide a solid, safe base for your daughter to grow from. While she may balk at your “old-fashioned” ideas, she will also feel protected by them. Communicate that your policies are based on your concern for her, not on an arbitrary or blanket dislike of the adolescent world. Lisa Schab is a licensed clinical social worker in Libertyville, Illinois, and the stepmother of two, ages 25 and 29. She can be reached at 847-
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Enjoy the beauty of spring with your family and friends at the many local festivals and events held throughout
May, a month known for its many holidays—Labor Day, Mother’s Day and Memorial Day. With all that is scheduled in the city this month, making plans and having fun in May is as easy as slipping on sandals. So say goodbye to winter hats, coats and gloves, step outside and celebrate spring in a truly unique Cincinnati way!
Flying Pigs and Piglets Marathon
May 2-3
Cincinnati’s famous marathon is a familyfriendly event that promotes exercise, nutrition, entertainment and wellness. The Flying Piglets Kids’ Fun Run and Festival is held on May 2nd. Children who are registered participants in the “fun run” races will receive a t-shirt, a finisher’s medal and a goodie bag. The first race, the Diaper Dash, is a 15 foot crawl for children ages one and under. This is followed by an annual crowd favorite, the Mascot Parade and Mascot Race, where area team mascots entertain by competing against one another with comical antics. The distances children run depend on their age group, with 2-3 year olds running 25 yards all the way up to 8-9 year olds who run 250 yards. Parents can walk or run along with their children ages 5 years and under. Children over 9 years of age are invited to participate in the Kids’ Marathon One Mile or the 5K Fun Run. You can register your child on the race day beginning at 9:00am on site. Events begin at 11:00am at Yeatman’s Cove in downtown Cincinnati. The adult race is held on May 3rd, which is an opportunity for all ages to cheer for the participants and enjoy the exciting atmosphere.
Appalachian Festival
May 8-10
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crafts, storytelling, food and educational exhibits at the 40th annual Appalachian Festival at Coney Island. In the historic pioneer village, children get hands-on experience making cornmeal, ice cream, butter, grass matting, using a gristmill and ink looming. Children can also participate in historic games (sack races, tug-of-war and finding a needle in a haystack), watch ‘hawk throwing and learn Indian dances.There are also pony rides, a petting zoo and a longhorn steer named “Chili” that children can climb aboard to have their picture taken. The “Living History” village features 150 re-enactors who demonstrate mountain life in the 1800s through dress, living quarters and activities. Blacksmiths, soap-makers, spinners and weavers are working throughout the area. Over one hundred craft booths offer unique merchandise for every age, including handmade quilts and clothing, furniture, pottery, sculptures, jewelry, toys, dolls, stained glass and musical instruments. In addition, artisans will demonstrate skills of a bygone mountain era, such as the lost arts of spinning, weaving, making baskets, turning bowls, carving chairs and more. Fiber art specialists will be on site weaving, drop spinning, braiding and doing loom work. And don’t forget the food—sweet potato fries, fried chicken with beans and cornbread, pulled pork BBQ, jambalaya, homemade fudge, kettle corn, funnel cakes, biscuits & gravy and more.
Zoo Babies
May 9-24
A favorite tradition throughout Cincinnati, Zoo Babies celebrates the newest arrivals at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden and features popular children’s entertainment each weekend. From adorable hatchlings
to cute chicks to irresistible infants, Zoo Babies is sure to deliver a bundle of “OOOHS” and “AAAHS.” Six-foot-tall pink and blue stork statues displayed throughout the Zoo will lead visitors to all the cutest little baby faces. Throughout the park, visitors will be invited to attend “Baby Talks” to learn about the Zoo’s newest adorable additions from the Zoo’s animal care staff.
Taste of Cincinnati
May 22-24
Never get out of the house for dinner at the best restaurants in town? Now is your chance to sample food from over 40 of Cincinnati’s eateries without needing a babysitter. Bring the whole family to a Taste of Cincinnati, the oldest culinary arts festival in the country. This family-friendly event is a chance to please even your pickiest eaters. The city’s best restaurants will offer samplings of their specialty foods—truly creating a food extravaganza taking into account everyone’s culinary preferences. Choices range from Mediterranean, Greek, German, French, Thai, Italian, Chinese Cajun, and traditional American. The event is free to attend, and the sample size food portions are reasonable priced, starting at $1. “This is a great opportunity to eat food from a restaurant you’ve never visited before without having to pay the full price for the dining experience,” says Bob Harrison, a frequent festival-goer. “Then you can judge whether or not you’d like to eat there in the future.”
Held in the heart of downtown on six blocks of Fifth Street from Race Street to Broadway, this three day event attracts over 500,000 people of all ages. Continuous live entertainment is performed on multiple stages as well. So this Memorial Day let someone else do the cooking and enjoy the flavors that make our city a delicious place to live.
Summerfair at Coney Island
May 29-31
Summerfair is a nationally recognized art festival that features over 400 visual and performing artists. In addition to the many art booths and entertainment, children can create artwork, such as decorating a t-shirt and planting a flower in a pot after painting it. Held on the banks of the Ohio River at Coney Island, Summerfair will open your children’s eyes to the possibilities of creativity through the many accomplished artists displaying their work.
Krohn Conservatory’s Butterfly Show
May 18-June 21 Spread your wings and be swept away by the many exotic species of butterflies and flowers of India at Krohn Conservatory’s 2009 International Butterfly Show. This exquisite exhibit also features many of Indias’s contributions to the world, such as language, spirituality, mathematics and democracy. Children can attract the butterflies with orange slices to get a close-up view and hold these magical creatures in their hands. They will also delight in observing butterfly behavior—flight, feeding, basking and courtship—and be able to enjoy the life cycle at close range in the butterfly nursery.
Carrie Schmitt is a mother of 5 and a freelance writer whose work has appeared in The American Journal of Orthopedics, Family Fun magazine, The Writer magazine, the Cincinnati Enquirer and Senior Life.
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Stranger Danger
We Think it Can’t Happen But... If you haven’t seen the movie Changeling starring Angelina Jolie, you need to. Every parent with young children should see it. Recently, my husband and I rented it and five minutes in, I was saying, “I’m not sure I can buy Angelina Jolie playing this 1928’s mother.” But she was up for an Oscar for the role and now I know why. Like many of you, I’m aware of stranger dangers. I’ve talked to my oldest son, 5-year-old Connor, about strangers many times. We even bought the Berenstein Bears books that spell it out in simple “kid terms” so that my son will somewhat understand. But let’s face it, it’s easier said than done. You don’t want your child to not say hello to someone standing in line at the grocery when they’re just being nice. Connor was so confused recently, he wasn’t sure if he could talk to another parent at the park when she asked him what his name was. Because of my job, I’m very aware of all of the creeps out there. While I’m writing this article, we’ve had a 13-year old S.C.P.A student kidnapped, raped and
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murdered. There are two pediatricians (PEDIATRICIANS!) accused of molesting their young male patients, and a predator up north who’s trying to lure in young girls after school. It is sick, sad and scary but I think we all think (or hope) it won’t happen to our child. I did a story a few years ago where we worked with three sets of parents. We had police officers pretend to be strangers. They
woman whose son was kidnapped and the police tried to cover it up. I don’t want to spoil the movie but the person who took her son was a serial killer. It’s a true story that will captivate you and outrage you at the same time. I’m usually the one who overreacts to things in my house, but this movie was so frightening that the next morning I woke up and my husband was having a heart-toheart with Connor about the good guys and bad guys who are out there. If he wasn’t
It only takes a second to be preoccupied and for something to happen... used the stereotypical ploys like, a puppy, candy and even knocking on a door when the parents weren’t home saying they needed to fix the furnace. In all three scenarios, the kids either walked away with the stranger or let them into the house. The parents watched the entire thing and were stunned. They thought their kids knew better. So, here I am a few weeks ago, watching Changeling with my husband. It’s about a
afraid of strangers before, he certainly is now. Once again I was left thinking, how much is too much information for a child? How is Connor supposed to detect a bad guy when we as adults often can’t?
difference! What worries me more is I know as a working mom, I’m usually juggling too many things. If I’m home and the kids are playing, I’m trying to make lunch, answer the phone and fold a load of laundry. Just this week I was at the store with the boys and my husband. I thought my husband had our youngest son, Cameron. Then, all of a sudden, Cameron comes walking down the aisle (two rows over from where my husband was) by himself! I thought of that movie and thought what if? I know better. My husband knows better. And yet my 22-month old son could have been snatched. It only takes a second to be preoccupied and for something to happen. I don’t want to live in fear and I know you don’t either. But maybe just being reminded of the evil out there, like I was when I watched that movie, maybe it can help prevent it from happening to the little ones we love so much.
That was a few weeks ago and as much as I want to believe Connor would never walk away with a stranger, I really fear that he would. And then there’s my youngest son, who’s almost two. He doesn’t even know the
Sheree Paolello anchors the evening news at News-5. Behind the scenes, she’s a wife and mother of two boys.
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Ride Cincinnati
Cycling Event Raises Funds for Breast Cancer Research Ride Cincinnati is proudly kicking off its third year on June 14th at Yeatman’s Cove. The one day cycling event to raise funds for breast cancer research has raised over $330,000 towards breast cancer research for the Barrett Cancer Center at the University of Cincinnati in only two years. The Ride Cincinnati team hopes to keep the momentum going and raise even more money this year. The family friendly bike ride and celebration has a ride for everyone! They offer rides from a 62 mile ride down to a one mile kids ride at Yeatmans Cove. It is a non-competitive ride to raise money for breast cancer research. Anyone interested in participating in Ride Cincinnati is encouraged to register online at www.RideCincinnati.org.
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The family friendly event has become a favorite for families with kids that love their bikes, and fun outdoor festivals. We encourage all families to come out with their bikes, trikes, and even strollers for the babies. This year the kids’ one mile ride will take place in the park area of Yeatman’s Cove, starting at 11:00 a.m. and being lead by a
clown. After the ride, there will be lots for the kids to do. All the food and festivities are free once the children are registered for only $15 for kids $12 and under. All child registrants will receive a Ride Cincinnati t-shirt, goodie backpack, and medal of participation. Some of the activities this year include the following: a magic show, clowns, face painting, bounce house, and the Cincinnati Paul Mitchell Partner School Hair Academy will be on hand to do braids and hair tattoos for the kids. There will also be games with prizes, Skyline hot dogs and coneys, chicken fingers from Outback Steakhouse and ice-cream and cookie booths. Big Shots Photography by Marla will be there, and offers pictures for the children to take home and have a special memory. Madisano’s Gelato, Starbucks and Popcorn Pazazz will also be handing out samples for everyone. The celebration begins at 10:00 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m. Parents, you will not regret getting your child involved. Not only will they take part in a worthwhile cause and learn a valuable life lesson, but they can also participate in
their own fundraising. (Make a fundraising homepage on our website at www. RideCincinnati.org.) Any child who raises $300 will receive two passes to Coney Island (a $50 value), and any child who raises $500 or more will receive a brand new bike! The certificates for the bikes will be awarded at a fun awards ceremony, where Local 12’s Cammy Dierking and 103.5’s Janeen Coil will bring up the kids one by one to receive recognition for their efforts. The memories that this will bring for these amazing kids are priceless. Ride Cincinnati was founded by the Harris family, who unfortunately lost their mother, Marlene, to breast cancer after a fifteen year battle. Breast cancer survivor Allison Gordon, Marlene’s daughter, Ride Cincinnati Chair explains: “I feel it is so important to get our children involved in worthy causes at a young age. The life experiences and values this teaches our children are priceless.
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Urinary Tract Infections
Understanding the Signs, Symptoms and Treatment You may wonder what condition has an occurrence of about 150 million annually and costs about 6 billion dollars in healthcare costs to treat. The answer is urinary tract infections, which are most common in women 18-24 and above 50. “The reason is that the urethra is shorter than in men so it is easier for bacteria to access it from the vagina,” explains Dr. Dennis Wiwi, gynecologist of Seven Hills Women’s Health Centers. Women 18-24 may experience honeymoon cystitis or recurrent UTIs due to sexual relations or exposure to spermicide in condoms. Women over 50 may have UTIs due to vaginal changes as they lose hormones, which cause an imbalance in the ph of the vagina. If your child has a UTI, she should see the doctor. “It is unusual for a child and needs to be explained,” says Dr. Ambrose Puttmann, gynecologist of Seven Hills Women’s Health Centers. If you have a UTI, you usually know it. “Typical symptoms are frequency, urgency and burning when you urinate,” tells Puttmann. It may be difficult to pass urine. The color may be unusual
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or have blood. You should bring this to your doctor’s attention right away. “If it goes on too long, you can get a fever or kidney infection and have pain up in the back area,” says Wiwi. Few women may be asymptomatic. A UTI is formally identified through a urinalysis or urinating in a cup and sending it off for a culture to find out the bacteria and its sensitivity to antibiotics. Although some biological factors are out of your control, you can act preventatively. “The key is vaginal hygiene. Take 6-8 glasses of fluids a day because your own body can flush out bacteria by drinking more,” insists Wiwi. If you have to go to the bathroom, do not hold it. The acidity of vitamin C and cranberry juice decrease bacteria. Always make sure to wipe from the front to the back and urinate after intercourse. You should wear cotton panties because it allows moisture to escape. Changing position during intercourse so there is less rubbing against the urethra may help. If you are menopausal, it is advised to use vaginal lubricants or hormone cream to avoid dryness.
There are several treatment options. “Most patients use ‘Macrobid’ or ‘Macrodantin,’ the generic name because it has a very low incidence of changing the normal bacteria for the vagina, is safe to use during pregnancy and has a high cure rate,” says Puttmann. Your doctor may prescribe local vaginal estrogen like Vasofem tablet or estrogen cream. If you experience discomfort and cannot see your doctor right away, you may take Pyridium, or Urostat, an over-thecounter medication that numbs your bladder. It is important to be proactive about your reproductive health. “Coming in for an annual exam covers a lot of bases like gynecological and bladder health, deals with any medications you are taking or are not taking as far as contraceptive hormones,” explains Puttmann. Remember that early intervention promises the best recovery. Jamie Lober’s passion is for health promotion and disease prevention. As a speaker and author of Pink Power (getpinkpower.com), she has empowered others to modify health behavior through knowledge.
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Taking the Sting out of Summer Bug Bites and Stings
Ch i l dr e n w e l com e su mm e rt i m e because of the longer days and endless outdoor fun. Many children are greeted by unwanted bug bites and stings. In Cincinnati, mosquitoes and honeybees are most common. Scabies is another occurring condition. “Scabies comes from direct contact, usually starts on hands and feet and can involve the entire body,” tells Dr. Mohammed Diab, dermatologist of Group Health Associates. However, the symptoms of itching and scratching, usually worse at night, do not have to be part of your warm weather activities. When you understand how to prevent bug bites and treat them if necessary, summer will become more enjoyable. Although you cannot stop bugs from sharing your environment, you can act preventatively. Your child should wear age-appropriate insect repellent. Off! Skintastic is considered safe and prepared special for infants and small children. DEET, a stronger insect repellent, is recommended for children above a year of age without skin sensitivities or allergies. Keep your
house clean and avoid standing water nearby. Remember, when you send your child outdoors with juice or a snack, you may be inviting bugs. Look around your child’s play set, particularly for holes in the wood where hornets, bees and wasps like to build homes. Ask your veterinarian what you can do to protect your pet from innocently bringing fleas and ticks in your home. “Inform your neighbors that animals are causing a problem,” insists Diab. There are different treatment options. For bee stings, you may try a home remedy. “Take a little bit of baking soda or make paste out of it with water and spread it on with water. It is very soothing,” explains Morissa Ladinsky, pediatrician of Group Health Associates. If your child has a tick bite, you should remove the tick but should not rush to the doctor. Blood tests are just an expensive diagnostic done for antibodies of Lyme disease and often present false positives; it is not a screening test. In the case of scabies, you are given a topical or oral medication. If the condition worsens, visit a dermatologist who is
trained to identify and treat bites and stings. “It can be really hard for parents to tell what bit their child because a lot of times it does not look like the classic book pictures,” says Diab. It is important to set a good example and teach your child to remain calm. “Wasps and hornets are far more afraid of us than we are of them,” reminds Ladinsky. When you panic, spray a hose on a nest, run or act in a way that provokes the insect, you are inviting him to sting you. “They are only going to sting you when they feel like they are being threatened, so sit calmly. Talk gently to your child that if he does not hurt the bee, the bee will not hurt him,” encourages Ladinsky. Taking control of your skin health involves being aware of your environment and avoiding bug bites. When you take precautions, you will have a bee-autiful summer. Jamie Lober’s passion is for health promotion and disease prevention. As a speaker and author of Pink Power (getpinkpower.com), she has empowered others to modify health behavior through knowledge.
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The Impact of Sports
How Summer Sports Boost Physical and Mental Fitness
Video games are the best way to maintain, even enhance, mental agility during summer break, or so says your 14 year old.You may even agree with him to a degree. Yet, your better judgment tells you that gaming isn’t the best way to waste away summer days. Be sure of this: your gut is leading you in the right direction.
Charles H. Hillman, associate professor with the Departments of Kinesiology & Community Health, Psychology, and Internal Medicine at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, is studied on the subject of kids and exercise and likely agrees that more time spent doing physical fitness is what many children need this summer. “In this day and age screen time has become the major issue in the health of our children. Children spend their lives in front of screens. While there may be benefits to that, there certainly are detriments to that sort of lifestyle. We are programmed to move. We have been programmed to move throughout our entire ancestry. The conveniences we’ve created are wreaking havoc on our lives. We are moving less than ever before and taking in more calories than ever before and that is problematic,” states Hillman. His work looks at how physical activity relates to cognitive process involved in attention, working memory and processing speed. It’s an important topic that should command attention from parents, educators and the government. His research is revealing there is a direct link between physical fitness and cognitive development. It appears that physically fit children have increased attention and academic performance, in addition to the myriad of other health benefits they gain from physical activity. To be sure, however, Hillman
is quick not to demonize video games and feels some may even have their place. In fact, next on his agenda is to look at Nintendo’s Wii Fit to see if it has similar effects on mental processes as does other means of exercise like running on a treadmill. But that is yet to come. Let’s not digress, what you and I are facing today is how to keep our kids’ minds and bodies active during summer break.
Diving Into Summer Sports If you, like me, have young children, then getting them active in summer sports is as easy as signing up. Look to places like the YMCA, Parks and Recreation, Cincinnati Sports Club, or ask other parents for recommendations. “Summer camps are a great time to try different things out to find out what [kids] like, and that’s the biggest thing. They won’t continue to be active if they’re doing something they don’t like,” says Missy Kucia, children’s program manager for Cincinnati Sports Club. Kucia advises, “If you find a place that offers many different camps, make sure that they are able to serve your kids and make them happy. You want to use your money wisely. If someone isn’t asking you what is your child’s favorite thing to do, then you might not be at the right place. The biggest thing is that you are making a decision to promote an active lifestyle for your kids. When you are making that decision, make sure they are doing something they enjoy. If they enjoy it, they will stick with it.” And that seems to be the key for lifelong health of body and mind. All of that is true, save for one sport: swimming. Sports fitness experts agree that swimming is a must for kids because it is both a sport and life skill.
Like only a handful of sports, swimming can be started very early in life and continued well into a person’s 80s or 90s. It is also a skill that can literally save your child’s life in the immediate as well as long term. If you are looking to enroll your child in an up and coming event, your child might be interested in trying lacrosse. When asked about rising summer sports, Kucia says, “I see a big pull for children who play lacrosse.” She says she is seeing some people switch from baseball to lacrosse in the summer because “it’s new and different than baseball. They may not be a superstar in baseball but can be in lacrosse.” She makes an interesting point. Many people involved in kid athletics recommend young children try any sport where they are having a great time and learning. General sports camps where kids aren’t concentrating on one specific sport are often the way to go. The purpose of athletics at this age should be to improve coordination, learn the concept of working with others, listen and understand direction, and simply to have fun. Teenagers, however, may be mature enough to have more say in what they do and don’t enjoy about sports and parents should respect their feelings. The good news is that general sports programs abound in Cincinnati and they’re eager to work with your child. It is often as easy as signing up via the Internet or placing a phone call. Yet if you are facing a child defending his supposed right to extra screen time this summer, let him know that science shows physical fitness builds brain and brawn. Perhaps allow him to use the Internet to sign up for a summer sport. Then shut it down. He can better prepare his mind for the next academic year by playing not gaming.
Carrie Bishop is a freelance writer and mother of two young sons, whose daily antics inspire her work and her life.
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In the beginning, it ’s easy. No cow’s milk until your child is 1 years old. Stop using the BabyBjorn when your child weighs 25 pounds. Consider kindergarten between ages 4 and 6. But then, a seemingly innocent request for lip gloss leads to a demand for eyeliner. Forget Nickelodeon Universe—suddenly your child wants to go to Kings Island with friends—without you. And when is it OK for your child to own a cell phone? There is no one right age for every milestone. Every child develops and matures differently—what might be appropriate for one child at one age might not be appropriate for another. “There are a number of factors to consider, including the value system of the family itself,” says Dr. Richard Gilman, coordinator of psychology and special education programs in the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Still, ages, even if in ranges, can be nice. (You’ll find them below.) But first, the most important thing you can do is learn how to determine when your child is ready for a milestone or privilege.
Know Your Child
Lucy Allen, LISW, clinical manager at BridgePointe Psychological & Counseling Services’ Blue Ash location encourages parents to think broadly about issues and create a formula for addressing all dilemmas. “This formula should consider many factors, such as the parental view of the child’s development, which would address their level of maturity,” Allen says. “One of the considerations should be how a prior request was handled.” Parents also need to factor in the peer group appropriateness of their children’s requests, Allen says. “Third, parents need to consider their own motivation embedded in their decision.” (For example, it might be easier on you if your child owns a cell phone or drives his own car.) “This still may not be the best answer for the child but definitely is a factor in the decision making.” Allen also encourages parents to always ask this question: How will this decision impact my child’s growth, health or development? “If the answer to this question is that the decision would have no effect then this might be a good time to give the child some leeway in the decision-making process,” Allen says. “While soliciting opinions from others as well as their children, parents need to maintain their position as sole judge and jury of their child’s activities. As long as all of these factors are considered, and each decision is lovingly rendered, then you have reached the ‘right’ way to go.”
On Makeup
“We need to be careful about sexualizing our children,” Allen says. “Start by focusing on good hygiene. Has your child addressed personal hygiene issues in a responsible fashion? If so a parent might allow some individual flexibility with this question. From there move to peer group considerations. Look beyond the friend group to the larger peer group when addressing this consideration.” Dr. John S. D’Imperio, clinical manager at BridgePointe Psychological & Counseling Services’ West Chester location, suggests ages 9 to 10 for nail polish and lip glosses, 12 to 13 for more significant makeup such as blush and mascara, and 14 to 15 for perfume. “Shaving one’s legs depends on pubertal development and could start as early as 10 or 11 years old,” he says.
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On Cell Phones
“Both my kids got cell phones in 5th grade,” says Paula Houliston, a mother of two in Fort Thomas. “They are both heavy in sports and need phones to call for transportation. I also liked them having a phone for when they were out riding bikes or walking. This way I knew I could always get hold of them and know where they are at all times. My husband and I feel it was more of a safety thing.” For younger children, Dr. Gilman recommends phones that only allow certain people to be called. Dr. D’Imperio says the best age is 16. “Use of a phone before that age is often problematic as most kids cannot handle the privilege maturely enough,” he says. “A phone with limited calling capacity, without text messaging, Internet access or a camera, could be used for emergencies only down to age 12, but needs to be reinforced as a way to call parents or for help—and not for unlimited, unsupervised socializing.”
On Sex
“Talk often and talk early using age-appropriate language,” Allen says. “Start very young by naming body parts and addressing ‘private part’ issues to impress safety for young children. As the child demonstrates an ability to handle these conversations continue adding more information. When questioned work hard to be honest and direct in your answers so that your child knows they can rely on you for the information they need.” Dr. D’Imperio agrees. “Parents can begin talking about private parts with their child as early as 3 or 4. Actual conversations about sexual feelings can begin around 11, when puberty is starting. More detailed conversations about sex involving feelings of intimacy, abstinence, protection, STDs and other risks can begin at age 14 as emotional and physical maturity catch up to physical changes.”
On Dating
First, ask your child exactly what “dating” means to him or her. “Often parents react to the term from their own understanding of the meaning,” Allen says. Next, Allen says to ask yourself these questions: How has your child handled social events with friends that have been supervised? How has your child handled same-sex and opposite-sex friendships up till now? “Perhaps a ‘try out’ for a short period of time would allow a longer outing next time,” Allen says. “The important thing to communicate is that you are concerned for their safety.” Dr. D’Imperio, on the other hand, says 16 is an appropriate age to date without adult supervision.
Communicate Often
“I try to make my children feel comfortable about talking to me about any issues,” Houliston. Experts agree, this is key.
A Parent’s Guide to What is OK and When
“Keep checking in with them,” Dr. Gilman says. “Know what’s been going on around them.” Are direct questions being met with slammed doors? Embrace what Dr. Gilman calls “windshield moments.” The next time you’re in the car with your child, casually talk to them while looking straight ahead.You might be surprised with what you learn—and what you then feel should be allowed. For extended coverage on this story, tune into Lisa Cooney on “News 5 Today” on Friday, May 8th. For extended coverage on this story, tune into Lisa Cooney on News 5 Today on Friday, May 8. Working Together For You
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All-Inclusive Summer Camps for children with Special Needs Flourishing Programs Encourage Kids to Savor the Summer Fun “To get the most out of [summer camp] tailor it toward the child’s weaknesses. A lot of people will say look at a child’s strengths and tailor to the strengths. We say look at weaknesses and tailor to that.”
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P.O. Box 58423 Cincinnati, OH 45258 Colleen McSwiggin, Managing Director 513-389-1721 www.dramakinetics.org
Dramakinetics of Cincinnati, a nonprofit, seeks to purposefully engage individuals of all ages and abilities, integrating those with and without special needs, through music, movement, and drama. We offer weekly classes at our locations, as well as community workshops for other organizations, including Camp ICAN at the Greenacres Arts Center.
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School is almost over for the year. Let freedom ring! Can you remember that pure, raw feeling of utter joy as you faced week upon week of summer break just ahead? I sure do. Talk about the weight of the world being lifted off of your shoulders. Of course, the pure joy was not solely based on the fact that f inals were a thing of the past but because excitement was a sure thing of the future. For me that excitement came packaged as phenomenal camp experiences. My mother always made sure I had a couple camps booked. I think they helped shaped my life. For kids with special needs, summer camps and programs can without doubt be life changing experiences if chosen wisely. Parents in Cincinnati have many options for summer programs for special needs children. Activities range from specialty camps that serve a specific population exclusively, inclusive camps that serve both children with and without disabilities as some Cincinnati Children’s Hospital camps offer, day camps like Day Camp Stepping Stone and residential camps where kids stay overnight. To help make your special needs child’s first summer camp experience a positive one, following are a few rules of thumb experts offer: Tailor the program to your child. Karen Martin, child life specialist with the division of hematology/oncology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, believes that parents need to find a program that focuses on their child’s interests, medical disease and condition. She says that children who have medical conditions need chances to feel empowered and that specialty camps can give these kids a sense of independence because they provide opportunity to be away from family, learn about their disease and learn how to have a life while living with the disease. Martin is involved with a summer camp for kids diagnosed with hemophilia and other blood diseases. Pam Heydt, camp coordinator with Children’s Hospital’s Camp Wekandu for kids
with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and related conditions, also says a special needs camp allows kids the opportunity to meet other campers with the same problems. “Time and again, parents and campers will say that it’s a great relief to know that they are not alone and can learn from and support each other. Another benefit is that the campers will not be put on the sidelines because of their special needs; there will always be a way for everybody to participate if they choose. Many camps provide education about the special need and daily coping with it - at the very least, the child will be able to talk openly and matter-of-factly with each other and camp staff about their special needs.” Dr. Robert Melillo, author of “Disconnected Kids”, also feels that parents should find summer programs that fit the unique needs of their child. “You really have to look at what the specific child’s problem is and get something that is tailored toward that,” he says. “To get the most out of [summer camp] tailor it toward the child’s weaknesses. A lot of people will say look at a child’s strengths and tailor to the strengths. We say look at weaknesses and tailor to that.” His philosophy stems from brain balance, meaning to exercise or stimulate the weaker or lesser developed side of the brain in kids with neurobehavioral disorders in order to achieve a more balanced brain. As an example, he says that the typical child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or Asperger’s syndrome is brilliant but lacks social skills. “If you send them to a camp that focuses on computers, then they will never learn social skills because they will be with the same types of kids. The child will love being there but it will not help their problem.” Instead, he says parents should choose a summer program that will help train their child so when they go to school the next year they will engage better. He adds, “It still needs to be fun and not something that pushes the child too hard so the child will develop skills and have fun at the same time.” Melillo is a world-renowned
neurologist, professor, and researcher in childhood neurological disorders and founder of Brain Balance Centers, which is looking to develop a center in Ohio. Visit the campgrounds or facility. There is no better way to get a feel for a camp than by visiting it. And bring your child if possible. It will be a good opportunity to see firsthand if the camp is able to handle your child’s needs and to point out changes they may need to make to accommodate your child. If you are unable to visit the site, speak with the director and staff and ask for references from other families who have attended. Investigate the experience and background of staff. The camp staff will have direct access to and influence on your child throughout the camper’s participation, so you better be comfortable with them. Find out if the camp has conducted background checks and appropriately screened its employees. Learn where the staff is trained. Marianne Mulcahey, PhD, with Springer School and Center, a private school for children with language-based learning disabilities, says you will also want to find out the credentials of the people who are offering the programs. “If you are signing up for a camp geared more toward fine motor skills and occupational therapy, you will want to know what kind of credentials the staff has.” Springer School offers an academic-based summer program called Adventures in Summer Learning that is directed toward the child struggling in school and who does not necessarily have a diagnosed disability. In addition to the staff, Nichols says it’s a good idea to understand the kind of supervision the camp itself has, so find out if the camp is accredited. The American Camp Association’s campparents. org is a good authority on camp accreditation. The site will also give you a listing of special needs camps. Understand staffto-student ratio. The program should obviously be staffed well enough to ensure that safety is not an issue. Beyond that, it is believed that mainstream camps should have one counselor to every six campers and that a special needs camp should have a ratio closer to one counselor to three campers if not better. Learn
if the program has experience with your child’s disability. Is the camp equipped to meet your child’s needs? How does the camp deal with behavioral problems? Do the counselors have first-hand experience working with the demands your child’s disability will have? Check into onsite healthcare. Children’s Hospital’s Heydt says parents need to know if there will be someone to give the child medications, attend to medical problems, help with activities of daily living and remind him or her of any daily self-care. Are camp staff prepared to help with activities of daily living, including toileting, if the child needs help? Also, if your child is dealing with medications then the program should have a registered nurse on staff and auxiliary staff they are affiliated with should the need arise to call on more help. Discuss dietary needs in advance. Many children who have special needs also have special diets because they may be sensitive or allergic to certain foods. It is essential the camp is visibly able to handle and cater to individual dietary needs and that they take dietary needs seriously.
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* Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Resource Directory: http://www. CincinnatiChildrens.org/svc/ alpha/c/special-needs/resources/ recreation.htm (Expansive List of Summer Camps) * American Camp Association: www.CampParents.org * Joy Outdoor Education Center: www.JOEC.org * Springer School and Center: www.Springer-Ld.org
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Engaging Children in Summer Learning Using Everyday Tasks to Teach New Skills
Now that the daffodils are in bloom, the birds are singing, and the days are getting longer, parents and children look forward to summer! Summer is an idealized time. We imagine ourselves and our children in a more relaxed state, enjoying each other’s company, trying a new activity, or learning a new skill together. About 3 weeks into summer vacation, most of our happy anticipation has been replaced by unattractive reality; we can’t get our kids up in the morning, they only want to play video games, they don’t want to go outside, and they are reluctant to do anything that even vaguely resembles school work. It’s probably no surprise that the struggle to get kids involved in summer learning activities is ongoing.
When a child has learning disabilities or difficulty with reading, spelling, math or writing during the school year, he is even less inclined to do more of the same during the summer. After all, they are “off ” from school. Parents, on the other hand, feel pressure to provide opportunities for their child to “catch up,” or at least minimize the skill loss during the three-month break from the rigors of academics.
How do we turn this scenario into a “win, win” opportunity? One approach that parents can use is to delegate academic learning by having the child go to tutoring or a summer program. Of course, having an incentive
a summer program, tutoring, or sticking with a reading program. Parents can feel confident that “learning loss” is being prevented, while the child accomplishes academic goals. Formal tutoring or academic summer programs take
Daily family life presents opportunities for learning, unbeknownst to your reluctant scholar. As meals are prepared, have your child read a story to you for entertainment. Have them read a recipe to you as you prepare it. Or, you read the package directions and have your child perform the steps, including measuring. Find out how much macaroni is really in the blue box and record it. Work on fine motor skills by having the child cut coupons for use at the grocery. They can write the names from the coupon on the grocery list. Young writers might need a larger space to write. Are there complaints about today’s lunch or dinner? Increase vocabulary skills by having your child come up with other words to describe the food other than ”icky” or “yucky.” Be specific! Find learning moments in ever yday tasks. Keep the mood playful and you will be able to engage your child in learning all summer long!
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the pressure off mom or dad having to be the instructor and saves the teachable moments for fun activities throughout the summer months.
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Blue Manatee Bookstore and Decafe Nourishing Children’s Minds and Bodies
“All human beings were once children” is the philosophy behind Blue Manatee, an independently owned children’s bookstore and café (dubbed the Decafe) located in Oakley Square since 1989.
Everything is designed with kids in mind—from the life-sized murals to the irresistible childsize chalkboard, checkerboard and I Spy tables. The highly knowledgeable staff adds to the stimulating atmosphere, which provides a place for children that is “as enlightened and fun as they are.”
Literature-Based Experiences Blue Manatee is not just a place to buy books, puzzles, puppets and refreshments—it’s a place that fosters curiosity and creativity. Perhaps, most importantly, it offers a vibrant environment for children to experience the thrill of reading, learning and socializing—all centered around books. Studies show children who have positive associations with books are more likely to become lifelong readers. It isn’t hard to imagine an adult many years from now feeling nostalgic about childhood days spent at Blue Manatee, a cozy store that pays attention to details children delight in—a stark contrast to an impersonal and overwhelming chain store. The walls are adorned with notes, artwork and autographs from highly acclaimed children’s authors and illustrators, such as Mark Brown, Jan Brett and Sandra Boynton, who have visited the store to share their love for books with children. In addition to author talks and book signings, Blue Manatee hosts a Mother/Daughter Book Club, story and music time for preschoolers, movie nights and Make a Mess, a semi-structured open art class led by artist-in-residence, Miss Kelli. Many of these events are held on the story time stage, a space that feels like your grandmother’s living room, with comfortable chairs and a faux fireplace.
Healthy, Fun Food The Decafe offers a child-inspired dining experience that children can usually only pretend to have in their make-
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Party Time Planning a birthday party, baby The healthy menu offers organic, book-themed, shower, book club or parent group gathering? all-fruit smoothies, The Decafe is available such as “The Red for f u l l - s e r v ice Ripe Strawberry” and birthday parties on Wanna Go? Here’s What You “Lily’s Purple Punch.” Saturday and Sundays, Need to Know: Blue Manatee Bookstore & Decafe Other healthy snacks and do-it-yourself 3054 Madison Road | Oakley Square include bagels, “ants parties every day by Cincinnati, OH 45209 on a log” (organic reservation. Phone: 513-731-2665 celery topped with organic peanut butter The f u l l- ser v ice Bookstore Hours: Monday thru Saturday and raisins), quiche, bir thday package 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. wraps, sandwiches and includes Aglamesis Decafe Hours: Monday thru Friday 7 a.m. salads. Don’t worry, ice cream, junior to 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and moms, the Decafe also smoothies, stories, Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. offers a full suite of crafts, games, a t-shirt coffee drinks (with or for the birthday child, For more information about featured without caffeine). party favors for guests, books, programs, events or to sign up balloons, as well as setfor their monthly email newsletter, visit Luckily for kids, Blue up and clean-up. The www.BlueManateeBooks.com Manatee bel ieves party themes to choose “growing minds and from include pirates, bodies need nutrition, friendship, vehicles, be it in the form of words, artwork, food or garden, baby animals, outer space, princess, drink.” Luckily for parents, Blue Manatee also knights, manatees and more. Also available are
Blue Manatee is the perfect blend of nurturing healthy minds and bodies for children. Opening Blue Manatee’s door is like walking into a children’s book—the magic awaits, and you discover something new every time.
believe play kitchens. Children are invited to play with wall magnets, enjoy the wall murals and enjoy child-sized seating.
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Gre at W ay s t o C elebr ate Pocketbooks have definitely been squeezed in recent months. Our economic boom of recent years has bottomed out. As a result, smart families are increasingly looking for ways to economize, limiting luxuries and avoiding unnecessary purchases. Many a parent may think that this means eliminating a night out on the town but still want to celebrate holidays like Mother’s Day. Yet, a strained economic system doesn’t mean that you need to forego all fun. In fact, while times are tight, parents need a special evening together all the more in order to decompress, rejuvenate the spirit and reconnect as a couple.
The following are ideas for inexpensive entertainments that are high on fun and low on price. Consider swapping babysitting with friends in order to secure cost-free childcare. It may not be caviar and champagne, but you and your honey can still swing a date night—on a dime. So, grab your adventurous spirit and let the good times roll.
Explore.
Now that restaurants and dinner shows may be a little outside the budget, the great outdoors is just beckoning you to take a stroll at your favorite park, lake, or waterfront. Investigate the hiking and biking trails near you. While a big bouquet of flowers may be beyond your means, a picnic dinner at the botanical gardens 26 CINCINNATI PARENT *MAY 2009
is not. Explore the great outdoors and enjoy your local parks and waterways. You will be surprised just how relaxing it can be.
Find a freebie.
Visit your city’s website to learn about free upcoming events. Concerts in the park are ubiquitous throughout spring and summer. Museums occasionally offer free admission days. A visit to your local farmer’s market or swap meet with a limited amount of spending money can be a pleasant amusement. Sample the different products and enjoy the atmosphere. Free events may stretch your imagination and you might find that dueling banjos are entertaining after all.
Take a ride.
If gas prices allow, take a drive down a scenic route in your own vehicle. The quiet, kidfree, interruption-free time will allow great conversation. Alternatively, give public transportation a whirl. Pack some snacks and take a train, trolley or ferry ride. Explore the city you live in and see all there is to see— without paying an entrance fee.
Book it.
Bookstores offer a wealth of date night options. Check the calendar to see what special events
they are hosting. Usually these are free. Otherwise, grab a cup of coffee and a few interesting new releases. Find a pair of chairs and browse your selections together. Better yet, find a book you’re both interested in, like a coffee table book of Florence, and turn the pages together or read aloud to one another.
Focus on cheap, but good eats.
Dining doesn’t have to be elegant—or expensive—to be enjoyable. Visit your favorite diners and dives to see how low you can go in terms of price. Even fast food can be fun when the company is, too. A buck fifty will buy you a kosher hot dog and a soda at your local Costco. After noshing, you can window shop, walking hand in hand. Consider going out for part of a meal, such as drinks and appetizers or dessert and coffee. This gives you the experience of dining out without the big bill. For the uber-frugal, pack a picnic to take to the park or prepare something elegant at home for a fraction of the price. Grapes, strawberries, wine, cheese (or any of your favorites) are great options. Yes, people do still picnic.
Fly a Kite.
Believe it or not there’s nothing more fun (or funny) than trying to fly a kite that you might not have done since you were a kid. Try your
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hand at kite flying or doing some of the things you used to love doing as a kid. And even if you can’t get the kite in the air, at least laughter is the best medicine.
Choose a good, frugal fl ick.
Movie night is still within your grasp. Every town has a bargain movie theater. Check it out. You may have to wait a little longer to see the new releases, but patience is a virtue in hard economic times. Consider watching movies at home. Redbox rentals are a great budget-conscious alternative to higher priced movie stores. Better yet, your local library will loan you the movies free! Plan a few weeks in advance to secure your preferred titles. You can also go to your local drive-in theatre for great two-for-one movies. To be sure, good times are not outdated, although a bustling economy might be. Remember that it’s the time spent together, not the ticket price that matters most. Make time for one another, talk, enjoy each other’s company, and you’ll find you’re richer than you thought you were.
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mom, and enthusiastic writer, making her home in San Diego. She regularly writes about fun, frugality and the pursuit of a clean house at www.LifeAsMom.com.
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Nursemaid’s Elbow Picture the scene: The screaming 3-year-old is protesting being removed from the toy store. He is resisting with every muscle and bone in his little body and the parent is pulling him along by his hand. Suddenly the parent feels a “pop” or a “click” and the child starts crying in pain rather than protest. (Every parent can tell the difference in the tone of the cry.) The child will stop crying in pain shortly but refuses to use his arm. He keeps the elbow flexed and the arm close to his body. What’s going on? Young children are prone to a particular type of elbow injury. It has various names such as Nursemaid’s elbow, pulled elbow or toddler elbow. The medical name is radial head subluxation. A simplified description of the injury can be explained by the nature of the injury. As the forearm is pulled, the annular ligament that holds the head of the radial bone (one of the long bones in the forearm) in place at the elbow slightly tears, allowing the bone to partially slip out of the ligament. This traps the ligament between the bones of the elbow causing pain with movement. The initial pain from the injury typically resolves quickly, within 10 minutes. The elbow is usually without swelling or redness. And looks pretty normal. The child is most comfortable with the elbow flexed and the arm pressed against the body. A young child may even go back to playing while just refusing to use the injured arm.
The history of how the injury occurred is the key to the diagnosis. The forearm must be pulled. It will not occur from a fall onto the elbow or other type of trauma. It also generally only occurs in children younger than 5 years old. As we grow older, the annular ligament thickens and strengthens, prevent tearing and subsequent entrapment. Pediatric health care providers and orthopedists are very familiar with this type of injury. It is thought to be one of the most common injuries to the arm of children. And a simple maneuver in the office will completely resolve the problem. Any type of injury that results in the child refusing to move the arm should be evaluated by a health care professional promptly. Nursemaids elbow can usually be treated in the office. Keep the child comfortable until the appointment. Ice can be applied but don’t force it on the child if he is resistant. The child can usually be seated in the parent’s lap during the evaluation and the maneuver. The health care professional will carefully palpate the elbow and gently move the elbow in specific pattern, which is called “reducing” the elbow. This will cause some small discomfort. Typically the child is pain free and using the arm within minutes of the procedure. It’s helpful to wait in the office for at least 15 minutes after the evaluation for the health provider to watch the child as they start to move the arm again. The arm may be a little sore for 1-2 days following treatment and
then recovers completely. X-rays are rarely necessary, although sometimes putting the arm in the correct position to take the x-ray will also correct the problem. The injury only occurs when the arm is pulled or jerked. It will not be the result of a fall or other trauma onto the elbow. If the elbow appears swollen or red, the bones are more likely to be fractured and moving the elbow may cause more damage. It’s very important to be evaluated first before any attempts to reduce the elbow. It has been documented in babies under 6 months and children as old as 6-7 years although it occurs most often in children between 2-3 years. It is slightly more common in girls. It can occur when children are picked up by hand or after being swung around in play. It has also been known to occur without any known incident. The child will cry immediately and then refuse to use the arm. It can also reoccur and parents can be taught the maneuver to reduce the elbow, under the supervision of the health care provider or orthopedist. Children are very resilient. Nursemaid’s elbow is a relatively simple problem to treat but it does cause significant anxiety, especially on the part of the parent, and especially if they were the one holding the child as the family was trying to leave the toy store for home. However, it does not cause any permanent damage and the child will probably get that toy from the toy store afterwards anyway!
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Visual art day camp. Professional instruction. Two and three-dimensional skill building activities. Choose by week, full or half day. Before and after care available. Cost is $245/$220 for Full-day, $155/$140 for Half-day. Camp brochure is on our website, or call (513)562-8748 to receive one in the mail.. BootCamp Jamz Rock Music Day Camp Purcell Marian High School 2950 Hackberry St. Cincinnati, OH 45207 888-491-8900 www.bootcampjamz.com Dates: June 22-26 July 6-10 July 13-17 Ages/Grades: Ages 9-17
Live your rock star dreams and perform live in concert Fridays of camp week at 5 pm at Jefferson Hall, Newport on the Levee with your band in front of
Blue Ash YMCA 513-791-5000 www.myy.org Ages/Grades: 5 to 12 (Must have finished Kindergarten) Dates: June 1-5 - Journey to the jungle, June 8-12 - Character crazy, June 15-19 - YMCA’s got talent, June 22-26 - Weird science, June 29-July 3 - Holiday happenings, July 6-10 - Treasure island, July 13-17 - Wild, wild west, July 20-24 - Junkyard inventions, July 27-31 - Survivor: outwit, outlast olympics, Aug 3-7 - Alien invaders, Aug 10-14 - Under the sea
At Camp Creekwood traditional day camps, each week will have a different theme but they all provide opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun. Includes swimming, environmental education, arts and crafts, service learning, science, literature, free time and more. Field trip or a fun activity weekly! Other sports and specialty summer programs are available. For information on YMCA camps, please visit www.myy.org
Multi-faceted camp programs. The broad variety of age-appropriate activities includes: arts and crafts, horseback riding, cheerleading, sports, hiking, nature, drama, dance, outdoor cooking, field trips, music, archery, and indoor/outdoor swimming. Full-day and half-day camps; teen travel camps. 6 week, 3 week & 1 week sessions. Camp Leprechaun 6956 Cintas Boulevard, Mason, OH 45040 9405 Cinti-Columbus, West Chester, OH 513-754-8600 www.littleleprechaun.com Dates: June 4th to August 26th Ages/Grades: Kindergarten through 4th grade
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Indian Hill: 7/6-7/10 & 7/13-7/17** Anderson: 7/27-7/31
3383 Hathaway Road Union, KY 41091 859-817-9702 www.canterburyhill.org Dates: June 16-19, July 14-17, August 4-7 Ages/Grades: Ages 6 and Older
Canterbury Hill’s summer program gives campers a chance to learn about horseback riding and horse care. Campers will have two lessons per day and will be taught proper safety around horses, use and care of tack and equipment, grooming, bathing, nutritional information and much more. Reserve your spot now!
In Campbell County YMCA traditional day camps, each week will have a different theme but they all provide opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun. Includes swimming, environmental education, arts and crafts, service learning, science, literature, free time and more. Other preschool, sports and specialty summer programs are available. For information on YMCA camps, please visit www.myy.org.
Adventure-based technology day camps for children ages 7-14. All adventures are individualized for each child and provide hands-on learning in robotics, computer game design, animation, digital art, digital music & video production. All children have access to their own laptop computer work station during camp hours.
Canterbury Hill Summer Horsemanship Camp
Digital Music
www.bakerhunt.com
859-431-9358 | 620 Greenup St. Covington, KY 41011
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Sports Camps offered in addition to traditional camp. Basketball: June 22 to June 26, Ages 7 to 13, COST:$80. Flag Football: July 20 to July , Ages 7 to 13, COST: $80. Soccer: Aug 3 to Aug 7, Ages 5 to 13, COST: $75. For information on all YMCA of Greater Cincinnati summer camps, please visit www.myy.org. Children, Inc. SummerCare 859-431-2075 www.childreninc.org Dates: June 8 - July 31, 2009 Ages/Grades: Ages 5-11 Alexandria Educational Center Caywood Elementary School Ockerman Elementary Middle School
SummerCare 2009: Celebration of Freindship offers fun and education adventures for children. Activities revolve around weekly themes, such as: Jurassic Giants, Picasso to Pop Art, Ocean Commotion, Knights and Princesses, Teepees and Totem Poles, Ancient Times, Rock Stars and Super Heroes and Friendship Fair. Three convenient locations. Children’s Technology Workshop icamp Several Locations in Northeast Cincinnati (513)673-3322 www.ctworkshop.com/cne Basic Category: Academic/Pre-college Dates: Varies by location Ages/Grades: 8-14 Full day or half day options Ages 7 half day only!
Each camper selects their own technology adventure with exposure to game making, animation, robotics, digital art, music & video production. One laptop per student at camp. Individualized help. 7:1 student to staff ratio. Limit
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Academic, arts, athletic, and adult programs are offered weekly. Day camps are offered weekly and monthly for students 18 months through entering grade 6 with either a traditional or Montessori focus. Prices vary per program and camp session selected. Circus Camp Various locations in the Greater Cincinnati area (859)581-7100 www.mynoseturnsred.org Dates: Camp #1 June 6-10, Camp #2 July 6-17, Camp #3 July 20-24 Ages/Grades: Camp #1 ages 7-13, Camp #2 ages 7-18, Camp #3 Ages 4-7
Let your child run away and join the circus in this unique camp that blends theatre, movemement, performance and adventure! Circus Camp #1, beginners and intermediate circus students ages 7-13. $200, siblings $150. Circus Camp #2, Intermediate and advanced students, 7- 18. $350. siblings $200. Circus Camp #3, Ages 4-7. $100, Siblings $80. City of Forest Park Summer Camps 513-595-5252 www.forestpark.org Dates: June 1-5 - Camp available at Powel Crosley Jr. YMCA, June 8-12 - Shiver me timbers, June 15-19 - Super sports fan, June 22-26 - 3,2,1 Blast off, June 29 to July 3 - Red, white and blue, July 6-10 - Wacky water, July
Does your child have horse fever? Lochmoor Stables has the cure! Enroll now for our SummEr HorSEmanSHip Camp Call for details 513-932-7332 • Grooming and horse care skills • Care of tack and equipment • Two riding lessons per day • Top instruction • Reliable horses • New state-of-the-art facility
Trivictory Recreational Summer Camp
on the campus of Xavier University Ten 1-week sessions available for ages 6-8 and 9-12. • Age appropriate activities, sports, arts & crafts, and much more • Daily swim lessons and weekly field trips • Camp T-shirts, awards, and certificates • Soccer, softball, basketball and volleyball • Campus tours: Radio & TV Stations, Library, Computer Center
Call (513)702-6204 or visit www.trivictory.com
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For forms, details and questions regarding these programs, please contact the Recreation Department at 513-5955252 or visit www.forestpark.org. Pre and post camp options: To be held at Winton Woods High School, pre camp is 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and post camp is from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. For children ages 6 to 12. CCM Preparatory Department College-Conservatory of Music at UC, Cincinnati, OH 45221 (513)556-2595 www.ccm.uc.edu/prep
The University of Cincinnati CollegeConservatory of Music Preparatory Department offers arts camps for students of all ages, including a camp for special needs children. Students can participate in music, ballet and drama camps and classes. Many camps include public performances. Call (513)556-2595 for a flyer or www. ccm.uc.edu/prep. Clermont Family YMCA Summer Camps 2075 Front Wheel Drive, Batavia, OH 45103 513-724-9622 www.myy.org Ages/Grades: 5-12 (Must have completed Kindergarten) Dates: June 1-5 - School’s finally out, June 8-12 - Scooby doo, where are you?, June 15-19 - Survivor: fun factor, June 22-26 - Character crazy, June 29 to July 2 - Holiday hullabaloo, July 6-10 - Believe it or not, July 13-17 - Back to the future, July 20 to July 24 - Rodeo round-up, July 27-31 - Alien invaders, Aug 3-7 - Rock-ahula, Aug 11-15 - Show business
Each week will have a different theme but they all provide opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun. Daily activities include swimming, environmental education, arts and crafts, service learning, science, literature, free time and more. Day campers divided into groups with activities appropriate to age interests and needs. Pre/Post camp, preschool, teen and sports camps also available. Clippard Family YMCA 8920 Cheviot Rd, Cincinnnati, OH 45247 513-923-4466 www.myy.org Ages/Grades: grades K to 5 Dates: June 8-12 - School’s finally out, June 15-19 - Jungle jamboree, June 22-26 - Alien invaders, June 29 to July 3 - Sky’s the limit, July 6-10 - Mystical magic, July 13-17 - Hollywood bound, July 20 to July 24 - Simply science, July 27-31 - Splish Splash, Aug 3-7 - YMCA’s got talent, Aug 10-14 Camperzilla, Aug 17-21 - Day at the museum, Aug 24-28 - Mystery week
Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are cornerstones of all YMCA camps. In Clippard Family YMCA traditional day camps, each week will have a different theme but they all provide opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun. Pre and post care, preschol camps and sports camps also available. Drake Science Center 2020 Sherman Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45212 (513)396-5578 www.drakeplanetarium.org 30 CINCINNATI PARENT *MAY 2009
Ages: 4 – 13 Dates: June 15– August 7
Come let your imagination soar in our hands-on Lego Mindstorm Robotics, Architeccture, Crazy Contraptions, Young Builders and Animal Robots Camps. Popular Space Camp is back! Innovative Learner’s Edge: skill-building math, reading and science. Discounts for multiple weeks and siblings. From Casting to Curtain Call - Theatre Camp Clifton Cultural Arts Center 3711 Clifton Avenue Tatiana Cameron - Partner 513-861-SHOW (7469) www.cliftonperformancetheatre.com Dates: Camp 1 - June 15 – 19 with Saturday, June 20 evening performance Show: Alice in Wonderland Camp 2 - June 22 – 26 with Saturday, June 27 evening performance Show: TBA Camp 3 - July 6-17 with Saturday, July 18 evening performance (Two Ages/Grades: Camp 1 - Ages 5 - 12 Camp 2 - Ages 5 - 12 Camp 3 - Ages 12-16
FROM CASTING TO CURTAIN CALL – an exciting week of acting, singing and dance as we prepare a fantastic performance, including designing costumes and building sets. No experience necessary, no auditions. We provide non-competitive, fun environment. After a week of working together, campers will perform a classic Broadway show for family and friends. Gamble-Nippert YMCA 3159 Montana Ave, Cincinnnati, OH 45211 513-661-1105 www.myy.org Ages/Grades: 6 to 12 Dates: June 1-5 - School’s finally out, June 8-12 - Believe it or not, June 15-19 - Around the world in 5 days, June 22-26 - Bug bunch, June 29 to July 2 - Holiday hullabaloo, July 6-10 - Rock-a-hula, July 13-17 Rodeo round-up, July 20 to July 24 - Character crazy, July 27-31 - Super sports fan, Aug 3-7 - Alien invaders, Aug 11-15 - Hollywood bound
Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are cornerstones of all YMCA camps. In Gamble-Nippert’s traditional day camps, each week will have a different theme but they all provide opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun. Pre and post camp options and sports camps also available. For information on all YMCA summer camps, please visit www.myy.org Goddard School The Goddard School 3669 Appomatox Drive Amelia, OH 45102 513-753-1777 The Goddard School 1280 Nagel Road Anderson Township, OH 45255 513-474-5292 The Goddard School 11151 Kenwood Road Blue Ash, OH 45242 513-489-4484 The Goddard School 4430 Red Bank Expressway Cincinnati, OH 45227 513-271-6311 The Goddard School 2613 Legends Way Crestview Hills, KY 41017 859-578-9855 The Goddard School 6124 Ambassador Drive
Fairfield, OH 45014 513-939-2100 The Goddard School 1501 Cavalry Drive Florence, KY 41042 859-525-0555 The Goddard School 205 Grandview Drive Fort Mitchell, KY 41017 859-331-8400 The Goddard School 782 Loveland Miamiville Road Loveland, OH 45140 513-697-9663 The Goddard School 754 Reading Road (Rte 42) Mason, OH 45040 513-398-2777 The Goddard School Corner of Socialville-Foster & Columbia Roads Mason/Landen, OH 45040 513-573-9132 The Goddard School 59 Vista Ridge Drive South Lebanon, OH 45065 513-494-1228 The Goddard School 7739 Princeton-Glendale Road West Chester/Hamilton, OH 45011 513-860-1500
The Goddard School® is the place for summer fun and exploration! An energetic team of teachers plan summer days filled with developmentally appropriate activities that nurture each child’s lifelong love of learning. www. goddardschool.com Gorman Heritage Farm Camp 10052 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45241 513-563-6663 www.gormanfarm.org Dates: June 8-August 14 Ages/Grades: Ages 4-12
Be a farm kid! Camp activities include: interacting with barnyard animals, exploring the woods, garden fun, games, hiking, crafts, music and more. Special themed camps for art, cooking & science. Camp sessions are scheduled by age group; please see our website for full brochure. You will never want to leave!
crazy kids, July 13-17 - Around the world in 5 days, July 20-24 - Super Sports Fan, July 27-31 - Survivor Fun Factor, Aug 3-7 - YMCA’s Got Talent, Aug 10-14 - Y Arts Adventure
Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are cornerstones of all YMCA camps. In Kenton County’s traditional day camps, each week will have a different theme but they all provide opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun. Advanced Camping Experience (ACE) camps and pre and post care also available. Kentucky Soccer Camp UKAA, Business Office 338 Lexington Ave, Lexington Jeff Chaney 859-699-9024 www.ukathletics.com/camps/ summersoccercamps Dates: Day Camps June 8-12, June 22-26, July 20-24; Residential Camp June 18-21; Elite Camps June 12-14, July 17-19; Team Camp July 10-13 Ages/Grades: Day Camps Ages 6-12; Residential Camp Ages 8-14; Elite Camps Ages 13-18; Team Camp Ages 13-18
Come join us this summer and experience the fun of one of our Day Camps. Our Residential Camp is a mix of fun and challenging soccer activities. For the more serious player, our Elite Camps and Team Camp offer a challenging and competitive environment. Lochmoor Stables Summer Horsemanship Camp 1834 Oregonia Rd., Lebanon, OH 45036 (513)932-7332 www.lochmoorstables.com Dates: : 6/9-6/12 beginner 6/16-6/19 intermediate 6/23-6/26 beginner 7/14-7/17 intermediate 7/21-7/24 beginner 7/28-7/31 beginner Ages/Grades: 6-15
Students will have 2 riding lessons/day, and learn aspects of handling, feeding, grooming, barn maintenance, care of tack and equipment, basic first aid, and safety skills through games, videos, crafts, worksheets, and hands-on experience. Six 4-day sessions (T-F / 9a-2p) $375/ session.
Impact Basketball Academy Oak Hills High School, 3200 Ebenezer Road, Cincinnati, OH 45248 513-680-3131 and 513-284-0545 www.impactbballacademy.com Dates: Day Camp I July 13-16, 2009 Day Camp II July 20-23, 2009 Ages/Grades: Day Camp I K 4th grades (coed) Day Camp II 5-8 grades (girls only)
Our camps focus on positively impacting the lives of students through teaching fundamental and elite basketball skills, self respect and community awareness. We teach proper execution of fundamentals and challenge players with advanced skill training. IBA’s camps build enthusiasm for basketball in a fun and safe learning environment. Kenton County YMCA Camp Independence 10987 Marshall Road, Taylor Mill, KY 41015 859-781-1814 or (between June 1 and Aug 14) 859www.myy.org Ages/Grades: ages 5 to 11 Dates: June 1-5 - School’s out, June 8-12 - Discovery, June 15-19 - Wild, wild west, June 22-26 - Treasure island, June 29-July 3 - Holiday hullabaloo, July 6-10 - Wild and
Mercy HealthPlex Kids Camp 2009 (513)942-PLEX 7495 State Road (Anderson) 3050 Mack Road (Fairfield) 3131 Queen City Ave. (Western Hills) www.mercyhealthplex.com Dates: June 8 - August 14, 2009 Ages/Grades: 3-12 years
Includes a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Learn to be a scientist, an artist, a chef, a sports hero or a princess. Have fun in a safe, nurturing environment. M.E. Lyons YMCA Summer Camps 8108 Clough Pike, Cincinnnati, OH 45244 513-474-1400 www.myy.org Ages/Grades: ages 5 to 13 Dates: June 8-12 - School’s out, June 15-19 - Games galore, June 22-26 - Around the world in 5 days, June 29 to July 3 - Holiday happenings, July 6-10 - Shiver me timbers, July 13-17 - Simply science, July 20-24 - Wacky water, July 27-31 - Under the sea, Aug 3-7 - Rock-ahula, Aug 10-14 - Mystical magic, Aug 17-21 - Best of summer
Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are cornerstones of all YMCA camps. In M.E. Lyons YMCA traditional day camps, each week will have a different theme but they all provide opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun. Pre and post care, Counselor-In-Training/Camp Volunteer Program, specialty, sports and arts camps also available.
National Computer Camps Notre Dame College, Cleveland, OH 44121 203-710-5771 www.nccamp.com Ages: 8 – 18 Dates: July 6 – 18, one & two week sessions
America’s original computer camp since 1977.Video game design, web page design, computer programming, digital video production, software applications, A+ and Network+ certification. Optional sports program.Visit us at www.NCCamp.com. Powel Crosley Jr. YMCA Summer Camps 9601 Winton Rd, Cincinnnati, OH 45231 513-521-7112 www.myy.org Ages/Grades: ages 6 to 12 Explorers Camp – ages 6 to 8 Voyagers Camp – ages 9 to 12 Dates: June 1-5 - Around the world in 5 days, June 8-12 - Shiver me timbers, June 15-19 - Super Sports Fan, June 22-26 - 3, 2, 1 Blast Off, June 29 to July 3 - Red, white and blue, July 6-10 - Wacky water, July 1317 - Lights, camera, action, July 20-24 - The great outdoors, July 27-31 Believe it or not, Aug 3-7 - Blast from the past, Aug 10-14 - Summer safari
Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are cornerstones of all YMCA camps. In Powel Crosley Jr. YMCA traditional day camps, each week will have a different theme but they all provide opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun. Pre and post camp options, Preschool Programs, Specialty Programs, Campers in Leadership Training, Teen Camp, Youth Sports Programs and Overnight also available. Richard E. Lindner YMCA 2039 Sherman Ave, Norwood, OH 45212 513-731-0115 www.myy.org Ages/Grades: 5 to 12 June 1-5 - School’s finally out, June 8-12 - Wild ‘n crazy kids, June 15-19 - Sky’s the limit, June 2226 - Junkyard inventions, June 29 to July 3 - It’s a jungle out there, July 6-10 - Splish splash, July 1317 - Y arts adventure, July 20-24 - Discovery, July 27-31 - Gross me out, Aug 3-7 - Music mania, Aug 10-14 - YMCA’s got talent
Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are cornerstones of all YMCA camps. In Richard E. Linder YMCA traditional day camps, each week will have a different theme but they all provide opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun. Pre and post care and preschool camps also available.
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Saturday, May 2 & Sunday, May 3 • Lunken Airport Aviation Days Lunken Airport • 262 Wilmer, Cincinnati OH • (513) 321-6500
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Branch. 2994 W. Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)3694454.
Acclaimed Pianist Nicholas Angelich Comes Home for CSO Season Finale
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“Grand Finale” Program: BRITTEN An American Overture, BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1, PROKOFIEV Symphony No. 6. 11am. Tickets start at $12. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati OH. www. cincinnatisymphony.org. 513-381-3300. Also occurring Saturday, May 2.
Prep Ballet (featuring the Prep Cello Choir) Enjoy a night of ballet and beautiful music with your family!. 7:30pm. Tickets at door $10; $8 students. University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. Mary Emery Hall University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati OH. www.ccm.uc.edu. 513-556-6638. Also occurring Saturday, May 2.
Cincinnati’s famous marathon is a familyfriendly event that promotes exercise, nutrition, entertainment, and wellness. The Flying Piglets Kids’ Fun Run takes place May 2nd.The adult race takes place May 3rd, with registration beginning at 9am.Yeatman’s Cove, Downtown Cincinnati.
Family First Saturday: Sketch It Out Discover drawing and sketching with scavenger hunts, art making activities, storytelling, performances and more. 1-4pm. Reservations requested. Cost: $20 general admission; $10 Art Mus. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. http://www. cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721-ARTS.
Mother Daughter Tea Time
Saturday 02 Cincinnati Kinderballet’s 60th Anniversary Gala World Tour The concept of uniting nationalities in peaceful coexistence through the universal language of dance is commemorated in this performance by the Cincinnati Kinderballet from the Anneliese von Oettingen School of Ballet and Ballet Companies. 11:00 a.m. All ages * Sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library. Groesbeck
Bring a Tea Cup, wear a dressy dress or Sunday’s Best and learn the basics of tea etiquette & table manners with Pinky Chocolates. Ages 6-12 * Advanced registration required. 1-2:30pm.Walnut Hills Branch. 2533 Kemper Ln. (513)369-6053. www.cincinnatilibrary.org.
Contact: Cheryl Popp 513489-2022 or Martha Lunken 513-533-1515. 10am-4pm. Lunken Airport. 262 Wilmer, Cincinnati OH. (513) 3216500. Also occurring Sunday, May 3.
Sunday 03 Newark Earthworks Day Newark Earthworks Center at Onio State University is celebrating world heritage and features exhibits on Stonehenge and the Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon at Teotihuacan. Aztec descendants from Teotihuacan will lead the ceremony in dance at 6:30 p.m. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. Ohio State University-Newark Earthworks Center. 1179 University Drive, Newark OH. www.OctagonMoonrise.Org. 740-364-9574.
Starling Chamber Orchestra See web site for details. 7pm. $10; $5 students; UC students free. University of Cincinnati CollegeConservatory of Music. Mary Emery Hall University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati OH. www. ccm.uc.edu. 513-556-6638.
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Lunken Airport Aviation Days Lunken airport is home to an amazing array of corporate and private aircraft. A vast variety of aircraft will be on display on the main ramp behind the terminal, for a free open house! For more info
Artist’s Night Learn about & create art with Toilynn O’Neal from the Cincinnati Art Museum. All ages. 6pm. Walnut Hills Branch. 2533 Kemper Ln. http://www.
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Want to Party Like a Pop Star? Join the library at 7 p.m. to make some noise. Attendees in grades 1-6 are invited for songs, games, food and crafts. For more information or to register for the program, call the library. Batavia Branch. 180 S. Third St, Batavia OH. http://www.clermontlibrary. org. (513)732-2128.
Tuesday 05 Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Fountain Square Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for “Fifth of May”) observed in the United States and around the world as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride. Featuring live music from Cincinnati’s favorite Latin band, °ZUMBA!, dancing and real time Spanish television coverage on the LED Board. See web site for details. 5-9pm. Fountain Square. 520 Vine St., Cincinnati OH. http://www.myfountainsquare.com. (513) 3524066.
Healthy Kids! Tired of sitting still at school all day? Get moving with fun & healthy activities at the library. 2:30 p.m., Ages 5-12. College Hill Branch. 1400 W. North Bend Rd, Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary. org. (513)369-6036.
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Departs from our Mason Station. Passengers re-live history by watching Confederate troops attempt to overtake a Union train and steal the money strong box. Stroll through Union and Confederate camps complete with infantry, cavalry, artillery, and medical equipment of the period. Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad. 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon OH. http://www. lebanonrr.com. (513)933-8022.
Occurring Daily Beginning Wednesday, May 06, 2009 Through Saturday, May 23, 2009. Tour the exhibit then pick up supplies donated by the art museum to create your own art. . Mary Ann Mongan Branch. 502 Scott Blvd, Covington KY. http://www.kentonlibrary.org. (859)962-4071.
Cincinnati Fringe Festival zoo babies Occurring at the Cincinnati Zoo May 9th through the 24th. The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden celebrates its newest arrivals, and features popular children’s entertainment each weekend. Visitors will be invited to attend “Baby Talks” to learn about the Zoo’s newest adorable additions.
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Occurring Daily Beginning Tuesday, May 26, 2009 Through Saturday, June 06, 2009. The Fringe, which runs May 26-June 6 at venues centered in Over-the-Rhine’s theater district, has a line-up of 34 acts and 170 performances. During the festival local, regional, national and international artists invade downtown Cincinnati for 12 days of artistic celebration in both traditional and non-traditional spaces. . various. various venues in Over-the-Rhine’s theater district. 1120 Jackson Street, Cincinnati OH. www.cincyfringe.com. 513-300-KNOW.
Alfa Romeo’s 1964 Giulia Sprint Speciale Occurring Daily Through Sunday, June 07, 2009. Supporting the Art Museum’s commitment to showcase art and design across multiple disciplines, classic and concept cars introduce visitors to industrial design and its place in the history of art. Starting this February, visitors can experience the curvaceous and futuristic form of the Alfa Romeo’s 1964 Giulia Sprint Speciale created by the famed Italian design studio, Bertone. A limited production car, its body panels were carefully formed and finished by hand. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. http://www. cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721-ARTS.
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Occurring Daily Beginning Friday, May 01, 2009 Through Monday, August 31, 2009. See selected works from the Cincinnati Public Schools’ Painting Collection, marking the historic partnership between the Art Museum and the Cincinnati Museum Center. This first installation presents the Art Museum’s commitment to showcase the community’s artistic treasures alongside other noted Cincinnati artists in the Cincinnati Wing. . Saturdays, 1 p.m. and Sundays, 3 p.m. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. http:// www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721-ARTS.
Dinosaurs Unearthed Occurring Daily Through Monday, September 07, 2009. Dinosaurs Unearthed will take you back in time with more than 20 lifesized roaring, moving dinosaurs, full skeletons and newly discovered fossils. See it with the OMNIMAX film, Dinosaurs Alive!. Cincinnati Museum Center. 1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati OH. www.cincymuseum.com. (513)287-7000.
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Mike and Debbie Gardner of the Survive Institute (www.surviveinstitute.com) will be presenting their seminar “Raising Kids Who Can Protect Themselves” at the West Chester Church of the Nazarene on Tylersville Road next to Kohl’s. Suggested $10 cash donation at the door. This event is for adults and mature children ages 10 and older. 7-9pm. perturbatrix@yahoo.com. 847-0285.
Wednesday 06 Healthy Smart Kids Get moving with fun & healthy activities and a nutr itious snack! 2:304:00 p.m., Ages 5-12 Sponsored by the Kersten Fund. West End B r a n c h . 805 Ezzard Charles Dr. (513)369-6026. www.cincinnatilibrary.org.
Orchestration of the Meal Discover the social history of dining during the Colonial and Federal periods during a talk with Darra Goldstein, Francis Christopher Oakley Third Century Professor of Russian at Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts and Founding Editor of Gastronomica: The Journal of Food and Culture. After the lecture, enjoy an intimate tea reception in the Art Museum’s Great Hall. . 2pm. $10 general admission; $5 students, seniors, and Enjoy the Arts. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721ARTS.
Thursday 07 Collection of the Kings: Masterpieces of the Louvre Explore the Louvre’s French royal collections at a talk with Sabine, the Duchess de la Rochefoucauld and Director of Development at the Louvre Museum in Paris. Sponsored by Harry and Linda Fath. Call (513) 721ARTS or visit www.cincinnatiartmuseum. org for more information. 5pm. Reservations required. Cost: $10 general admission; free for
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Mother’s Day Salt & Sugar Scrubs! Learn how to make a special gift that sure to delight Mom with Miss Cindy! Thursday, 6:30 p.m., Ages 8 & up * Advanced registration required. Pleasant Ridge Branch. 6233 Montgomery Rd. www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-4488. www.cincinnatilibrary.org.
Spring Garden Shopping Party Celebrate spring with live music by the Faux Frenchmen, complimentary gift-wrapping, a jewelry trunk show, special guests and refreshments. Art Museum members receive an exclusive 20%-off. Call the Art Museum Shop at (513) 639-2959 for more information. 1-4pm. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721-ARTS. Also occurring Friday, May 8th. Occurring through Thursday, May 9th.
Friday 08 Culture Kids: African Adventures Designed for parents and their preschoolers (ages 2-5), this hands-on program led by Art Museum staff features story time, in-gallery tours, snacks and art projects. Join us in May to discover African art. 10 : 11:30 a.m. or 2 : 3:30 p.m. Reservations requested. Cost: $20 per parent + child, general ad. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. http://www. cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721-ARTS.
Stinky Feet! Celebrate National No Socks Day with funny stories & wacky crafts. 4:00 p.m., Ages 4-8. Deer Park Branch. 3970 E. Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary. org. (513)369-4450.
40th Appalachian Festival One of the springtime’s most popular family festivals with non-stop mountain music, handmade crafts, d ow n - h o m e cookin’, a living history area and much, much more! Friday 9 a.m.-9 p.m.,
Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Varies.Adults $8, 55+ $4, Kids 3 & under are FREE. Coney Island. 6201 Kellogg Avenue, Cincinnati OH. www.appalachianfestival.org. 513-251-3378. Also occurring through Sunday, May 10th.
CINCINNATI OPERA presents How Nanita Learned To Make Flan A bilingual musical fiesta! Madisonville Arts Center 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. For tickets call (513) 271-8600. Memorial Hall. Tickets $5
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Saturday LEGO Mania! Would you like to dive into thousands of Legos to build your own unique creations? You will build the wildest working contraptions imaginable.We will have some friendly competitions and put your creations to the test on challenge courses. Ages: 5-7, 8-13. 10am-12pm. Drake Planetarium. 2020 Sherman Ave., Norwood OH. www. drakeplanetarium.org. (513)396-5578.
The Gift of Music Learn about the benefits of learning to play music while virtuoso percussionist David Fishlock from the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra demonstrates a variety of instruments, accompanied by his daughters Clara & Eleanor on flute & violin. 1:00 p.m., All ages * Advanced registration recommended. Pleasant Ridge Branch. 6233 Montgomery Rd. (513)369-4488. www.cincinnatilibrary.org.
Town & Country’s 4th Annual Spring Tea Town & Country and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health are celebrating National Women’s Health Week. Enjoy a FREE “Ladies Spring Tea” Luncheon where women in the community will be able to be our guest for a day of pampering on the eve of Mother’s Day and in honor of National Women’s Health Week. Please register by phone. Town & Country Sports & Health Club. 1018 Town Dr., Highland Heights KY. www.towncountrysports.com. 859-442-5800.
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Tuesday 12 Cincinnati Kinderballet’s 60th Anniversary Gala World Tour
Sunday 10 Brunch, Art, Music: Season Finale Explore the German Renaissance with tours of works in the permanent collections, special brunch menu, and a concert by Catacoustic Consort at 3 p.m. Call (513) 6392986. 11-2pm. Special brunch menu prices apply. CafÈ reservations suggested. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. www. cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721ARTS.
Family Movie & Ice Cream Social See the movie Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (PG) and enjoy an ice cream treat. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.; Film starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m., All ages * Sponsored by the Dater Fund. Westwood Branch. 3345 Epworth Ave, Cincinnati OH. www.cincinnatilibrary. org. (513)369-4474.
Mother’s Day Kite Fly Bring your Mom out and get her a kite to fly from noon -5 in front of the Voice of America Museum. You can check the AKA ( American Kitefliers Association ) Calendar of events to see where upcoming Kite Festivals are scheduled around the country at www.aka.kite.org.
Monday 11 April Showers Bring May Flowers Families are invited for stories, crafts, hands-on-activities, and playing. Children must be accompanied by a parent. 7pm. Goshen Branch. 6678 State Route 132, Goshen OH. www.. clermontlibrary.org. (513)722-1221.
The Stars in the Sky (ages 2-5) It’s time to celebrate the twinkling stars with tales, songs, and activities! Call to register. 10:30 a.m. FREE. Boone Co. Library-Lents Branch. 3215 Cougar Path, Hebron KY. www.bcpl.org. (859)342-BOOK.
Viking Challenge Join us for some dragon fun with a Viking challenge based on the book How to Train Your Dragon (by Cressida Cowell). Enjoy games & crafts as you complete the challenge! 3:30-4:45 p.m. * Advanced registration recommended. Oakley Branch. 4033 Gilmore Ave, Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)3696038.
Wednesday 13 Jump Frog, Jump! Frog stories & a ribbity craft in honor of Frog Jumping Day! 4:00 p.m., Ages 5 & up. Deer Park Branch. 3970 E. Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary. org. (513)369-4450.
Thursday 14 An Evening with Curious George Celebrate Children’s Book Week! Explore water and wind with curiosity stations created by everyone’s favorite monkey Curious George.
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A DAy At the BeAch Preschoolers (age 2-5) and their parents kick off the summer season by exploring art at the beach from the Art Museum’s permanent collections with hands-on activities and storytelling. AlWAys free. Moms groups welcome, school groups cannot be accommodated.
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The concept of uniting nationalities in peaceful coexistence through the universal language of dance is commemorated in this performance by the Cincinnati Kinderballet from the Anneliese von Oettingen School of Ballet and Ballet Companies. 3:00 p.m. All ages. Harrison Branch. 10398 New Haven Rd, Harrison OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-4442.
Saturday 09 This 1-hour seminar will explore which chemicals are in your babies items - bottles, formulas and food, toys, clothes, bedding, diapers and wipes, utensils, and more. We will discuss the media hype of the potential dangers in these products, and clarify the scientific evidence that exists. 11am. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center. 4244 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati OH. www.theplaceforfamilies.com. (513)591-CFEC.
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ongoing events Donald Sultan: The First Decade Occurring Daily Through Sunday, May 17, 2009.The first exhibition to fully explore the era so influential to Sultanís artistry, and the ideas, materials, and scale of this intriguing body of work. Platow states, ìThis exhibition demonstrates the artistís formative years, when he started using industrially fabricated materials as an integral compositional element in his figurative paintingsósomething that has remained important to his work ever since.î. Contemporary Arts Center. 44 E. 6th St, Cincinnati OH. http://www.contemporaryartscenter.org. (513)345-8400.
Family ARTventures Occurring Every Sun & Sat Beginning Saturday, May 02, 2009 Through Sunday, May 31, 2009. Enjoy these weekend tours featuring touchable objects and handson ARTSTOPS led by specially trained docents. Tours meet in the front lobby. . Saturdays, 1 p.m. and Sundays, 3 p.m. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721-ARTS.
Family Night Family Grillout Occurring Daily Beginning Friday, May 22, 2009 Through Friday, September 04, 2009. A great opportunity for the family to have cook-out food every Friday night without even owning a grill! . 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Meals and a la carte items vary in price. Lake Isabella. 10174 Loveland Madeira Rd, Cincinnati OH. http://www. greatparks.org. (513)521-7275.
Fantastic Farm Fridays! Occurring Daily Beginning Friday, May 01, 2009 Through Friday, May 22, 2009. Fantastic Farm Fridays offers pre-Kindergarten through second graders an opportunity to plant veggies, card wool and even measure the height of a pony.† Children can also take part in live animal demonstrations such as sheep sheering and goat milking.† Daily activities may vary. Free and open to the public.†No registration is required, but organized groups are asked to call in advance at (513) 521-3276. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Free and open to the public. Parky’s Farm. Parky’s Farm at Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Rd. http://www.greatparks.org. (513)5217275. www.greatparks.org.
Flowers with Wings: 2009 Butterfly Show Occurring Daily Through Sunday, June 21, 2009. Spread your wings this spring as the International Butterfly Show celebrates the treasures of India. Among many exotic species of butterflies and flowers from this beautiful nation, the show acknowledges many of the cultural contributions and innovations India has provided humanity, such as language, democracy and mathematics. Visit www. ButterflyShow.com or call 513-352-3380 for more info. . Krohn Conservatory. 1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati OH. http://www.greatparks.org. (513)421-5707.
Garry Winogrand: Women Are Beautiful Occurring Daily Beginning Saturday, May 30, 2009 Through Sunday, August 23, 2009. Women Are Beautiful is a stunning exhibition of photographs by Garry Winogrand, a veritable linchpin around which a quintessential “American” photography was formed in the late twentieth century. A time capsule of the Pop and Mod 1960s, these photographs showcase the ever-changing nature of fashion and representation of female beauty. . Saturdays, 1 p.m. and Sundays, 3 p.m. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. http://www. cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721-ARTS.
Marry Me a Little Occurring Daily Beginning Saturday, May 09, 2009 Through Sunday, June 14, 2009. The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park will close its Thompson Shelterhouse Theatre season with Stephen Sondheim’s MARRY ME A LITTLE. This funny 34 CINCINNATI PARENT *MAY 2009
and touching musical revue answers the question, “What do you do when you find yourself alone on a Saturday night in New York City?” See web site for details. Playhouse in the Park. 962 Mount Adams Circle, Cincinnati OH. www.cincyplay. com. 513-421-3888.
Masterpieces of Dada and Surrealist Art Occurring Daily Through Sunday, May 17, 2009.The Cincinnati Art Museum will be the sole U.S. venue for an exhibition that features works by the greatest masters of Dada and Surrealist art, including Salvador Dal’, Marcel Duchamp, Pablo Picasso, Max Ernst, RenÈ Magritte, Joan MirÛ, Jean (Hans) Arp, Man Ray, Kurt Schwitters, Hannah Hˆch and Paul Delvaux. . Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721-ARTS.
Math Tutoring Occurring Every Mon, Tue, Wed & Thu Through Thursday, May 07, 2009. Drake Science Center is offering an after school program for students that need additional help with math skills. Our program uses a nationally recognized program that identifies each child’s learning style allowing us to design a program to fit individual needs. . 4-5pm. Drake Planetarium. 2020 Sherman Ave., Norwood OH. http:// www.drakeplanetarium.org. (513)396-5578.
7:00 p.m., All ages. Cheviot Branch. 3711 Robb Ave, Cincinnati OH. http://www. cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-6015.
Meet Martha the Dog! Listen to the book Martha Speaks, meet Martha & make a dog puppet! 4:00 p.m., Ages 4-8. Symmes Township Branch. 11850 Enyart Rd. (513)3696001. www. cincinnatilibrary.org.
Special Needs Storytime Special needs children and their parents share a reading adventure! Contact Ms. Katheryn for details and to register: 369-4467 or Katheryn.Jones@ C i n c i n n a t i L i b r a r y. org. Ages 1-6 * Advanced registration required. 10:30pm. Mariemont Branch. 3810 Pocahontas Ave, Cincinnati OH. http:// www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-4467.
Mother’s Day Free Play Occurring Daily Beginning Friday, May 01, 2009 Through Sunday, May 31, 2009. We are honoring our mother’s in May here at The Little Gym! Schedule your free play group for 45 minutes of tumbling and movement, developing strength, body awareness and balance. This parent/child event is open to children 10 months to 3 year old, for groups of 6-18 anytime in May. Call Chase at The Little Gym to reserve your space today! #(513)7771110.
Movies on Fountain Square Occurring Daily Beginning Saturday, May 02, 2009 Through Saturday, September 12, 2009. Bring your blankets, chairs, and pillows to the Square every Saturday night this summer for a free movie or two on the giant LED Board.† Adult beverages, soft drinks and movie snacks are available for purchase. In 2009, concessions will include Skyline, Graeter’s and kettle corn.• No outside alcohol, glass containers or pets, please. Fountain Square. 520 Vine St., Cincinnati O H . http://www.myfountainsquare.com/movies. (513) 352-4066.
Plant Exchange Occurring Daily Beginning Friday, May 01, 2009 Through Sunday, May 31, 2009. Join the Goshen Branch Library during the month of May for the Annual Plant Exchange. Bring a plant from your garden and exchange it for another plant. Please bring labeled plant in pot or container. Also at New Richmond Branch Library, 103 River Valley Blvd., New Richmond, OH 45157 553-0570 . Goshen Branch. 6678 State Route 132, Goshen OH. http://www.
Friday 15 Calling All Chocolate Chips Lovers! Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Day with stories & crafts. 4:00 p.m., Ages 5 & up. Deer Park Branch. 3970 E. Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati OH. http:// www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-4450.
Night at the Air Force Museum Night at the Air Force Museum allows visitors to tour the museum after hours to watch history come alive at night via cockpit look-ins, Morphis MovieRide admission, a viewing of the IMAX movie, Flyers as well as a viewing of Destiny in Space in IMAX. All movies FREE on first-come, first-served basis. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. FREE. National Museum of the United States Air Force. 1100 Spaatz St., Wright-Patterson AFB OH. www. nationalmuseum.af.mil. (937) 255-4704.
Ballet Theatre Midwest presents Verdi’s Requiem “Procession of Angels” This world premiere, dedicated to the youth of the world, conveys an uplifting message of peace, hope and freedom. Suitable for all members of the family. May 15-17 at University of Northern Kentucky-Corbett Theatre, Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY. Tickets: $18-Adults, $15-Children and Seniors, Group rates available. 513-520-2334, www. ballettheatremidwest.com. Also occurring Saturday, May 16th and Sunday, May 17th.
R E SO U RC E S The 2009 Autism Speaks Cincinnati Walk Now for Autism Registration begins at 8:00 am, with the walk start at 10:00 am. Walk Now for Autism offers a funfilled experience with entertainment, refreshments, an autism community resource fair, and much, much more. Be sure to raise $100 to earn your commemorative Walk Now for Autism t-shirt. Coney Island. 6201 Kellogg Avenue, Cincinnati OH. www. walknowforautism.org/cincinnati. 513-251-3378.
Town & Country’s 3rd Annual “Spring into Water Safety” Event
Saturday 16 CINCINNATI OPERA presents How Nanita Learned To Make Flan A bilingual musical fiesta! Madisonville Arts Center 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. For tickets call (513) 241-2742. Tickets $5
2009 Make A Wish Foundation Walk for Wishes The 6th annual Make A Wish Foundation Walk For Wishes takes place on Saturday, May 16th. A brisk 5K walk in beautiful downtown Cincinnati. There will be food, drink, entertainment, and fun for all ages. Registration for adults is $15.00. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Child under 18: FREE. Make A Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana. 502 Vine Street, Cincinnati OH. http://makeawishohio.kintera.org/ faf/home/default.asp?ievent=295889. 513-745-9474.
American Girl Tea Party Transport yourself to Samantha’s world with a traditional tea party and American Girl activities. Dolls welcome. 2:00 p.m., Ages 6-12. Green Township Branch. 6525 Bridgetown Rd, Bridgetwon OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-6095.
Carnival of Cultures (all ages) Celebrate world cultures through food, stories, crafts, and demonstrations. MadCap puppet theatre will be here to perform “Once Upon a Clock.” Bring a stroller, bike, or wagon to decorate for the parade. Call to register. 1:00 p.m. FREE. Boone Co. LibraryFlorence Branch. 7425 US 42, Florence KY. http:// www.bcpl.org. (859)342-BOOK.
This FREE, one hour class will teach children how to be safe in and around the pool. Children will learn the basics of water safety including boat safety, pool rules, and what to do in an emergency in an aquatic environment. Children ages 5 : 7 years old will meet from 12:30 : 1:30pm and children 8+ years old will meet from 1:30 : 2:30pm. We will be getting in the pool, so don’t forget your suit and towels! To register for this FREE, fun-filled event, please call (859) 442-5800.Town & Country Sports & Health Club. 1018 Town Dr., Highland Heights KY. www.towncountrysports.com. 859-442-5800.
Studio Sunday Make your own masterpiece inspired by an ancient work in the Near East galleries. Materials and instructor provided. Reservations not required. 1-5pm. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatiartmuseum. org. (513)721-ARTS.
The Voices of the Butterflies Dramakinetics students, ages 3 - 20+ years, will be presenting four short plays that all revolve around the theme of butterflies and how everyone can break out of their cocoons and be the best they can be. Reservations recommended, $10 donation suggested. Call Managing Director Colleen McSwiggin at 513598-8764 or go to www.dramakinetics.org for more information. 2pm. Reakirt Auditorium at Union Terminal.
Monday 18 Cookie Mining Use a cookie and “mine” chocolate chips to represent natural resources, make or lose “money” based on the amount of resources recovered and the amount of land destroyed with Gwen Roth from the Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District. Ages 5-12. 3pm. Avondale Branch. 3566 Reading Rd, Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-4440.
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Join us for a celebration of Armed Forces Day and say “Thank You” to our men and women in the military. Enjoy stories, snacks and create cards and pictures to send to military personnel overseas. 2pm. Erlanger Branch. 401 Kenton Lands Rd, Erlanger KY. http:// www.kentonlibrary.org. (859)962-4002.
Get the scoop on breastfeeding and all the great products sure to make it easy to feed baby naturally. Reservations suggested. Florence Babies “R” Us (859) 282 - 8921; Forest Park Babies “R” Us - (513) 671 - 2430. 6:30pm.
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Wednesday 20 A Visit with Simon & Betsy Kenton Guest local historian Mike Rumping and wife Nancy Rumping will perform a first person Simon & Betsy Kenton reenactment. Learn about life and times in Ohio and Kentucky during the frontiersmen days. For more information or to signup for the reenactment, call the library at 724-1070. 7pm. Williamsburg Branch. 594 Main St., Williamsburg. http:// www.clermontlibrary.org. (513)724-1070. www. clermontlibrary.org.
Puppet Show Aesop’s Classic Fables with Madcap Productions Puppet Theatre. 7:00 p.m. Ages 3 & up. Anderson Branch. 7450 State Rd. http://www.cincinnatilibrary. org. (513)369-6030. www.cincinnatilibrary.org.
Read-to-Reel Movie The Neverending Story (PG), based on the book by Michael Ende. 3:30 p.m., Ages 9 & up * Sponsored by the Dater Fund. Westwood Branch. 3345 Epworth Ave, Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary. org. (513)369-4474.
Thursday 21 Bakugan (ages 6-12) Bring your Bakugan and cards and be ready to duel. Snacks and drinks provided. Call to register. 6:30 p.m. Boone Co. Main Library-Scheben Branch. 8899 US 42, Union KY. http://www.bcpl.org. (859)342BOOK.
Meditation Time Hey Kids! May is National Meditation Month... Learn the how to calm your mind and meditate with Mrs. G! 7:00 p.m., Ages 5 & up. Deer Park Branch. 3970 E. Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati OH. http://www. cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-4450.
Smart Talk: Diane Keaton! Railroad Revealed Departs from our Mason Station. Enjoy a train ride through Warren County and speak with real Engineers and Conductors about the railroad. Then, take time to tour the engine to see the mechanics of a dieselelectric locomotive and enjoy the Operation Life Saver presentation on railroad safety!. Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad. 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon OH. http://www.lebanonrr.com. (513)933-8022. Also occurring Sunday, May 17th.
Sunday 17 Prep Jazz Explosion Free performance! See web site for details. 3pm. $10; $5 students; UC students free. University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. Mary Emery Hall University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati OH. www.ccm. uc.edu. 513-556-6638.
Having appeared in over 50 films, including The Godfather, Annie Hall (for which she won an Oscar), Something’s Gotta Give and Mad Money, Diane Keaton is that rare talent whose appeal spans generations : from teens to seniors. In addition to acting, she has transformed her hobby of restoring homes into a serious and thriving business. From mothering advice to tales from an actor and entrepreneur, don’t miss this rare evening with a true Hollywood legend. 7:30. Aronoff Center for the Arts - Proctor & Gamble Hall. 650 Walnut St, Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatiarts.org. (513)621-ARTS.
Abbey Road on the River The world’s largest Beatles tribute festival, will take place at the Belvedere Festival Park and Galt House Hotel & Suites in Louisville. Festival highlights include the premier of a new, locally written and produced original play The Day the Beatles Met, a large ensemble re-creation of the Abbey Road album in honor of its 40th anniversary, and a special live concert tribute to The Who’s album Tommy. www. abbeyroadontheriver.com. Occurring through Monday, May 25th.
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Friday 22 May Festival Opening Night Concert Broadway legend Patti LuPone, who swept the 2008 theatre awards, including the Tony, for her portrayal of Rose in Gypsy, makes her May Festival debut in Weill’s The Seven Deadly Sins. In this captivating tale of two sisters named “Anna”: we follow “Anna” (Ms. LuPone) as she makes her way across America, looking to gain fame as well as enough money to support the family back home in Louisiana. 8pm. Cincinnati Arts Association Music Hall. 1241 Elm St, Cincinnati OH. www.cincinnatiarts.org. (513) 721-3344.
Taste of cincinnati Over 40 of Cincinnati’s eateries will offer samplings of their specialty foods. Free family-friendly event. Offers sample food portions for $1. Held on 6 blocks of 5th St. from Race to Broadway. Continuous live entertainment. Running through Sunday, May 24th.
Saturday 23 Cincinnati May Festival Concert Tonight the Festival presents a complete concert version of Verdi’s Luisa Miller, a work that marks the beginning of the composer’s second creative period, wherein he developed the musical style and dramatic atmosphere for what is now known as “grand opera.”. 8pm. Cincinnati Arts Association Music Hall. 1241 Elm St, Cincinnati OH. www. cincinnatiarts.org. (513) 721-3344.
RGI River Run Taking place at 9:15 AM on the Saturday (5/23/09) of Memorial Day weekend, the proceeds of the RGI River Run will support KFK’s efforts to “level the playing field” for local children who are challenged physically, mentally or by the environment in which they live. 9:15 a.m. Adults-$14, children 10-17 $10, children 6-11 $8, FREE for child. Kicks for Kids. 812 Russell St., Ste 100, Covington KY. www.kicksforkids.org. 859-331-8484.
Sunday 24 May Festival Special Concert The exquisitely beautiful and acoustically superb Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption will again be the site of truly incredible musicmaking, starting with a performance by the outstanding May Festival Youth Chorus of striking a cappella works from the 16th and 20th centuries. The May Festival Youth Chorus is proudly sponsored by Scripps Howard Foundation. For more information, please call (513) 381-3300. 8pm. Cincinnati Arts 36 CINCINNATI PARENT *MAY 2009
Association Music Hall. 1241 Elm St, Cincinnati OH. www.cincinnatiarts. org. (513) 721-3344.
Planetarium Show : More Than Meets the Eye What is out in our Universe that we can’t see? Join us as Drake Planetarium presents “More Than Meets the Eye” and takes us on a journey to explore our Universe. You might be surprised at what is out there!. 2pm. $6 in advance, $7 at the door. Tickets available on line or by p. Drake Planetarium. 2020 Sherman Ave., Norwood OH. http://www.drakeplanetarium.org. (513)396-5578.
Monday 25 Abbey Road on the River The world’s largest Beatles tribute festival, will take place at the Belvedere Festival Park and Galt House Hotel & Suites in Louisville. Festival highlights include the premier of a new, locally written and produced original play The Day the Beatles Met, a large ensemble re-creation of the Abbey Road album in honor of its 40th anniversary, and a special live concert tribute to The Who’s album Tommy. www.abbeyroadontheriver.com.
Tuesday 26 Buckle Up & Boogie Car Seat Safety Workshop There’s no wiggle vroom when it comes to safety. You’ll learn how to choose and use a car seat to keep baby safe...with rules of the road provided by Safe Kids Worldwide. Reservations suggested. Florence Babies “R” Us - (859) 282 - 8921; Forest Park Babies “R” Us - (513) 671 - 2430. 6:30pm.
How Fancy Can You Get? Attendees ages five to eleven are invited for a fancy tea party with games, stories, songs, crafts and snacks. 6pm. Williamsburg Branch. 594 Main St., Williamsburg. (513)724-1070. www. clermontlibrary.org.
celebrating the 16th Annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day. As an official host site, Town & Country Sports & Health Club will hold a FREE “Senior Health & Wellness” Event on. All “mature adults” are welcome to join us! For details, please contact Bonnie Rumble at (859) 442-5800 or email tcmembership@fuse.net. Town & Country Sports & Health Club. 1018 Town Dr., Highland Heights KY. www.towncountrysports.com. 859-442-5800.
Wee Wednesdays: A Day at the Beach Kick off the summer season by looking at beachinspired art during this informal program, designed for preschoolers and parents. Great for play dates and mom’s groups. 10 : 11:30 a.m. Reser vations requested. Cost: $20 per parent + child, general ad. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH. http://www. cincinnatiartmuseum.org. (513)721-ARTS.
Thursday 28 Create with Clay! Make a colorful creature out of polymer clays. Ages 5 & up. 4pm. Corryville Branch. 2802 Vine St, Cincinnati OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-6034.
Planetarium Show : More Than Meets the Eye What is out in our Universe that we can’t see? Join us as Drake Planetarium presents “More Than Meets the Eye” and takes us on a journey to explore our Universe. You might be surprised at what is out there!. 7pm. $6 in advance, $7 at the door. Tickets available on line or by p. Drake Planetarium. 2020 Sherman Ave., Norwood OH. www.drakeplanetarium.org. (513)396-5578.
The celebrating continues with Schubert’s jolly choruses from Rosamunde, in which the shepherds and huntsmen delight in the “rapture of spring” and flowering meadows, and a day “in the greenwood on the merry hunt” lying in wait in the fragrant clover. 8pm. Cincinnati Arts Association Music Hall. 1241 Elm St, Cincinnati OH. www.cincinnatiarts. org. (513) 721-3344.
Summer Reading Kick Off with Zak Morgan Celebrate summer reading with a free cookout. At 7 p.m. enjoy a concert with Grammy-nominated performer Zak Morgan. 5:30pm. Erlanger Branch. 401 Kenton Lands Rd, Erlanger KY. http://www.kentonlibrary.org. (859)962-4002.
Summerfair at coney island Nationally recognized art festival that features over 400 visual and performing artists. Children can create artwork such as decorating a t-shirt and planting a flower in a pot after painting it. Held on the banks of the Ohio River at Coney Island. Occurring through Sunday, May 31st.
Saturday 30 May Festival 2009 Finale Massive in scale and unparalleled in scope, Gustav Mahler’s glorious Symphony No. 8, popularly known as the “Symphony of a Thousand,” is one of the most celebrated works in the history of choral music and the crowning achievement in the composer’s career. 8pm. Cincinnati Arts Association Music Hall. 1241 Elm St, Cincinnati OH. www. cincinnatiarts.org. (513) 721-3344.
Stranger Danger Master Jamie Begley, owner of Ahn Taekwondo Institute and a 5th degree black belt, will focus on children’s awareness of their surroundings, as well as how to identify a stranger. This empowering training is appropriate from 3 years of age. 11:15am. Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center. 4244 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati OH. http://www. theplaceforfamilies.com. (513)591-CFEC.
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Wednesday 27 Pool School Did you know drowning is the 2nd leading cause of accidental death amongst kids 1-14 years old? Help your kids to be prepared in an emergency situation! Join the staff team from the Mercy HealthPlex for this safety session. 4:00 p.m. Ages 6-14 with Adult. Green Township Branch. 6525 Bridgetown Rd, Bridgetwon OH. http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-6095.
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Read aloud to Simeon, a certified therapy dog from Therapy Pets of Greater Cincinnati. Ages 5-12 * Advanced registration recommended. 4pm. Mt. Healthy Branch. 7608 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati OH. www.cincinnatilibrary.org. (513)369-4469.
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Friday 29 May Festival Chorus Spectacular This evening of jubilant choral works begins with three declarations of “Hallelujah” from famous oratorios by Handel, followed by Bach’s grand and glorious expression of praise, the Magnificat.
Book sale to benefit the Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. What better place to look for and find a bargain than buying a gently used book or video whose purchase benefits TWO great causes?. M-W 9am-9pm, T-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 1-5pm. Event is free to the public. The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. 800 Vine Street, Cincinnati OH. www.CincinnatiLibrary.org. (513) 369-6945.
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...camp guide continued from page 30 R.C. Durr YMCA Camps 5874 Veterans Way, Burlington, KY 41005 859-534-5700 www.myy.org Ages/Grades: 5 to 11 Dates: May 26-29 - School’s finally out (cost prorated this week due to holiday), June 1-5 Back to the future, June 8-12 - Weird science, June 15-19 - Scooby doo, where are you?, June 22-26 - Olympics, June 29 to July 3 - Holiday happenings, July 6-10 - Shiver me timbers, July 13-17 - Alien invaders, July 20-24 - Rock-a-hula, July 27-31 - Day at the museum, Aug 3-7 Character crazy, Aug 10-14 - YMCA’s got talent
Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are cornerstones of all YMCA camps. In R.C. Durr YMCA traditional day camps, each week will have a different theme but they all provide opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun. Skyhawks Youth Sports Visit www.skyhawks.com to find locations in Cincinnati. www.skyhawks.com Dates: June 8, 2009 - August 21,2009 Ages/Grades: Ages 3 - 15
Skyhawks partners with community-based organizations to provide youth opportunity to enrich their sports skills by participating in safe, positive and non-competitive programs and camps.Thirty years of experience have helped to build a menu of Summer Programs to Year-Round athletics and Tournaments --- Skyhawks offers it all. Springer School and Center 2121 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45208 (513)871-9174 www.springer-ld.org Ages: 1st – 8th grade Dates: June 23 – July 18
“Adventures in Summer Learning” is designed for students of at least average potential who are not making expected progress. The morning program helps children become confident in the basic skills through small group instruction. The afternoon program consists of specialized courses in math, writing, social skills, and creative expression. Stories by the Riverside 50 East Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-333-7570 www.freedomcenter.org Dates: June 22-26, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31 Ages/Grades: Grades 4-12 (specific camps have age restrictions)
A week long camp using creativity through dramatic interpretation, documentary, filmaking and exhibit design. Exhibit making, produce multimedia stories, historical re-enacting, a field trip to Camp Cambell Gard! The Music Factory 8005 Pfeiffer Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-545-7125 themusicfactoryonline.com Dates: July 6 - 30 (schedule varies per age group) Ages/Grades: Infants ($65.00), Ages 2-5 ($100).
The Music Factory is offering a fun and educational 4 week summer camp for children ages 9 months through 5 years, not in Kindergarten. Our summer curriculum is designed to encourage learning through music! YMCA Camp Loveland Phillips Park, Loveland, OH 513-791-5000 www.myy.org Ages/Grades: 6 to 11 Dates: June 9 to 13 - Pirate Party theme, June 16 to 20 - Medieval Madness, June 23 to 27 - Survival Fun Factor, June 30 to July 3 - Star
Spangled (no camp July 4), July 7 to 11 - Super Silly Mess Week, July 14 to 18 - Mystical Magic, July 21 to 25 - Holiday Happenings, July 28 to Aug 1 - Splish Splash, Aug 4-8 Music Mania, Aug 11-15 - Gross Me Out!
Each week will have a different theme as children ages 6 to 11 have fun, make new friends, and build character, self-esteem, and leadership skills. For Busy Parents: Optional Pre camp is 6:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. each camp day and Post camp is 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Zoo Summer Camp 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-559-7767 option 4 www.cincinnatizoo.org Dates: Weekly, June 1- August 21, 2009 Ages/Grades: 4-14 year olds
Explore the world of wonder through the Zoo’s Full or Half Day Summer Camps! Designed specifically to meet the needs of children 4- 14 year olds as they continue to discover the excitement and wonder of animals, your child will enjoy visits from animals, hikes, games, crafts, and more. Register online at www.cincinnatizoo.org.
RESIDENTIAL CAMP: CO-ED YMCA Camp Ernst 7615 Camp Ernst Rd., Burlington, KY 41005 859-586-6181 www.myYcamp.org Dates: One week sessions: June 7-Aug 15 Ages/Grades: 6-15
Steeped in tradition and built on the YMCA character values of honesty, caring, responsibility and respect, Camp Ernst hosts campers who enjoy top notch counselors and a wide variety of activities including zipline, banana boat, 100 ft waterslide, giant swing, horseback riding, the BLOB and much more! Falcon Camp 4251 Delta Rd. SW, Carrolton, OH 44615 (800)837-CAMP www.falconcamp.com Dates: June 21 - August 15 2, 4, 6, 8 week sessions 1 week Horse Lover sessions Ages/Grades: Traditional camp: coed ages 6 - 16. Horse Lover camp: girls ages 11 - 15
Ohio’s premier summer camp since 1959. Campers choose activities within framework separated by age and gender. Outstanding staff and instruction. “Fun for Now, Skills for Life” is motto and environment created at Falcon. In special Horse Lover Camp, girls eat, sleep and breathe horses all day, every day.
Day & Residential: CO-Ed Ballet Theatre Midwest 3738 Eastern Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45226 (513)520-2334 www.ballettheatremidwest.com Ages: 4-25 Dates: Various Workshops; June 15 - July 31
Children’s Dance, Music and Art (Ages 4-8): Weekly themes with Friday performances. Jazz/Musical Theater (Ages 8-18), Ballet I/II (Ages 9-12) and Intensive Performance Workshop (Ages 11-25): Outstanding technical and artistic training with biweekly performances. Please visit web site for details.
FAMILY CAMP: CO-ED Kindermusik Summer Adventures Music Makers 6131 Campus Lane, Cincinnati (Mt. Washington), OH 45230 513.231.3973 kindermusikbycs.kindermusik.net Dates: Various dates between June 1, August 20 Ages/Grades: Birth-1 1/2, 1 1/2-3, 3’s and 4’s, 5-8
Activities include Singing, Dancing, Instrument Playing, Listening, Games, Stories, Crafts all relating to various themes. Four different developmental levels of musical activities designed to make your summer fun!
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Childcare & Education Directory acre campus! State Chartered. AMS Affiliated. Extended Care available on-site. Renaissance Montessori School 9994 Zig Zag Road, Montgomery, OH 45242 513-234-5821 www.renaissancemontessori.org Grades: Ages 2-6 Pre-K through elementary
Wonderful international Montessori School set in the heart of Montgomery. Fine Arts program included in addition to the daily classes. Offer both full day and half day programs. Morning and afternoon extended care also available. Montessori and fine arts for children 18 months through age 7. Open House Dates: Sunday, May 17th from 3 to 5
Montessori Montessori Academy of Cincinnati 8293 Duke Blvd., Mason, OH 45040 (513)398-7773 www.montacademy.org Grades: 3 years – 8th grade Enrollment: 300
Now in our 20th year offering Montessori curriculum with an individualized nurturing approach. Experienced, degreed teachers foster a love of learning, promote independence and develop the necessary skills for success. New 7.5-
Childcare/Preschool Chai Tots Early Childhood Center 7587 Central Parke Blvd., Mason, OH 45040 (513)234-0600 www.chaitots.com Grades: 6 weeks - 6 years Enrollment: 40
Academic excellence via unique blend of Montessori method and traditional Jewish education. Chai Tots teaches children the culture and traditions of Judaism, while developing their creativity skills and promoting independence. Flexible schedule. Before and Aftercare.
The Child’s Place 4936 Old Irwin Simpson Rd, Mason, OH 45040 (513)398-6928 www.montacademy.org Grades: 9 months – 5 years Enrollment: 150
Montessori Early Childhood Program! Exceptionally low ratios in a nurturing environment! Our 2-acre campus provides bike and cart paths. Separate play areas for toddlers and preschoolers. Spanish and Music classes offered! Full-time and Part-time available. AMS Affiliate.
The Gardner School of Blue Ash 9920 Carver Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-985-9444 www.TheGardnerSchool.com Grades: 6 weeks - Pre-K Enrollment: 200
This award-winning, academically focused preschool has recently opened in the Blue Ash Community. You want the best for your child, and so do we. With our nationally-recognized curriculum taught by our degreed teaching faculty, we are committed to providing a nurturing environment for learning readiness where your child can prepare for academic achievement and lifelong success. Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church Preschool 1345 Grace Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45208 (513)979-8191 www.hydeparkchurch.com Grades: Ages 2 1/2 to 5 years Enrollment: 200
Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church Preschool is currently enrolling for the 2009-2010 school year. We offer classes for children ages 2 1/2 – 5 years of age and have 2, 3, 4, and 5 day a week options. Please call for more info. or to schedule a tour at (513)979-8191 or email us at scristancho@ hpcumc.org.
Pleasant Ridge Presbyterian Nursery School 5950 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45213 (513)631-0170 www.prpc.org Grades: 2 1/2 - 5 years, Parent/ Child classes birth to 32 months Enrollment: 65
Professionally qualified teachers provide active, expressive, child-centered learning experiences at this 3-star award-winning program. Choose 2, 3, 4, or 5 day AM or PM sessions. Excellent ratios, degreed teachers and spacious, sunny, classrooms await your preschooler. Parent and child classes also available for babies and toddlers.
Non-public Cincinnati Country Day School 6905 Given Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45243 (513)979-0220 www.countryday.net Grades: Early Childhood (18 months) – 12th grade Enrollment: 800 38 CINCINNATI PARENT *MAY 2009
CCDS is an independent, co-educational school dedicated to educational excellence serving students 18 months through Grade 12. The School is nationally recognized for its innovative, integrated laptop computer program. Extended day and tuition assistance is available.
Linden Grove School 4122 Myrtle Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45236 (513)984-2215 www.lindengroveschool.org Grades: Kindergarten – 8th grade Enrollment: 40
Mission: To work in partnership with families to create an integrated K-8 learning environment that combines academics, social skills and therapies in order to help the whole child achieve his or her greatest potential.
Villa Madonna Academy 2500 Amsterdam Rd., Villa Hills, KY 41017 (859)331-6333 www.villamadonna.net Grades: K-12 Enrollment: 310 in K-8, 200 in 9-12
A Catholic, private, co-ed K-12 school offering a full day kindergarten program, foreign language, music, art and computer classes for K-8, and a college-prep high school curriculum with 14 AP courses and an outstanding fine arts program.
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Ohio Virtual Academy helps your K-10 children obtain an excellent public school education, tuition free! Under the guidance of licensed teachers, parents help their children learn at home using K12’s comprehensive curriculum and educational materials.
Tutoring Greater Cincinnati Foreign Language Academy, BABY LINGUA 525 W., Fifth St., Suite 104, Covington, KY 41011 (859)331-9110 Info@gobabylingua.com www.babylingua.com Grades: 0-2 years, preschool children and teens. Family Oriented Classes. Learn with your child. Enrollment: 400
We offer Spanish, Chinese, Japanese and private lessons in German, Italian, Polish and Russian. Sign Language may be available. Native speakers. Well-educated. Experienced. Some of our teachers are Virtus trained. Besides classes at our facility in Covington, we also teach at Montessori’s, Preschools, Elementary Schools and After School Programs.
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