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Fit Family Challenge: The Pounds Disappear

stepped on the scale this morning and learned that I have lost 10 pounds since the start of our Fit Family Challenge. And that wasn’t even my goal. I simply wanted to exercise more and eat better. After nearly three months of that, the weight just fell off. A big key for me was the online tracking, which appealed to my competitive nature. After each workout, I entered my data and watched the points accrue. That’s my takeaway from the Challenge – track my progress. For that insight alone, I’m grateful that I took the Challenge. We’re also gratified that so many other area families jumped on the fitness

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Out & About in the Bluegrass

Scholar Athletes Honored; July 4th Events; Breyerfest; and LCT’s ‘Little Mermaid’

Fit Family Challenge

Read about the journey of two families and learn some extra summer-break fitness tips.

Reading to Your Child

This simple task can create lifelong bonds and make your child feel loved and secure.

July Calendar pages

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bandwagon for the 2016 Fit Family Challenge. As I write this, we’re in the final week of the Challenge, and 1,773 participants (766 of those children) from 509 families have logged 358,995 minutes of activity. Not only did participants log all those minutes, they benefited from free classes; educational blogs by fitness experts and the Spotlight Families; articles on meal planning, fitness tips, etc; and E-newsletters full of new recipes and helpful hints. And we handed out tons of prizes including Fitbits, an electric scooter, cookbooks, a trip to the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville, camps at The Little Gym, Malibu Jacks tickets and more. And as soon as we learn the winner of the Grand Prize – a trip for four to Universal Studios in Orlando – we’ll publish their name. All in all, it’s been a wildly successful three months. Hope you join us next year. Y

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2016 Scholar Athlete Banquet

ine Scholar Athletes for 2015-16 were honored in May at the annual awards banquet at Kentucky Utilities, sponsor of the Scholar Athlete feature. Pictured (l to r) are: Cliff Feltham of KU, Julia Loveday (Tate Creek High), Emma Young (East Jessamine), John Van Balen (Sayre School), Anna Lee (West Jessamine), Landon Young (Lafayette), Gypsie Hutchinson (Lexington Christian Academy), Will Newton (Sayre), Jason Newell (Homeschooled), Claire Wilhite (Lexington Catholic) and John Lynch of Lexington Family Magazine.

ohn Lynch, far left, and Cliff Feltham and Lisa Supplee-Pulliam flank winners Emma Young of East Jessamine High and Will Newton of Sayre School, who were chosen at random at the awards ceremony and will split a $3,000 scholarship. The scholarship money was provided by local Rector Hayden Realtor Mike Pulliam, who also teaches at Man o’ War Golf, plus other contributors PBI Bank, Howard Smith of Smith Garage Equipment, Barry and Mike Barrett of Auto Excel, local accountant Kenny Frank and Dairy Queen franchise owner Paul Wright.

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By Tiffany McAvoy

love summer. I love the warmth, the sounds, the smells, and the fresh produce. However, among those things are the dreaded words “I’m bored,” “I’m hungry,” “I’m thirsty.” I finally decided I had to come up with a plan to lessen the number of times I heard those pleas from my kids throughout the day. Here are some tips for easy snacking when the kids are home in the summer: t Stock a drawer in the fridge with yogurt, cheese sticks, cottage cheese, and fresh fruit. I divided the fruit into individual servings and put them in baggies. t Fill bottom shelf of the fridge with healthy drinks, water bottles, and juice boxes. When my kids are hungry and thirsty, they are allowed to get anything they want from these sections in the fridge. It benefits all of us, because I don’t have to stop what I’m doing to get them something, and I know they are eating healthy snacks. I don’t forbid sugary foods, but I do want to monitor how much of it they eat. I have a container in the cabinet filled with chips, cookies, beef jerky and chewy fruit snacks. Like the fruit, divide the cookies and chips into individual serving sizes. The kids are allowed to snack on these foods, but they have to ask before they can get in the “Sugar Snacks” cabinet. This makes the food not taboo, but teaches them moderation and in turn helps them have a healthy relationship with food. Tiffany McAvoy is the mother to Tristan, 20, Abby, 13, and Tori, 9. She is an elementary school teacher in Madison County and writes about her family’s adventures with food on her Facebook page “TOTEally TIFF.” Y

FIT Family Challenge

By Tara Hess

Staying Fit During Summer Break

ummer break is usually a more relaxed schedule for families. However, sometimes summer leads to unhealthy breaks – a break from the gym and from healthy meals. Instead of taking a “break,” mix it up this summer. There are amazing opportunities for fitness during the summer and ways to include your children.

Water aerobics It doesn’t have to be an organized class, just get in the water! Your kids are dying for you to swim with them, so say yes. Get in the deep end and tread water, jog in place or try your Zumba moves in the pool.

Bike Rides Do you live near your work? Consider riding your bike as you head to work each day. Are you at home with little ones during

the day? Buy a bike trailer and pack up bikes for everyone as you explore and enjoy trails around town.

After dinner walks Leave the dishes in the sink and head out to enjoy the cooler temperatures as you partake of one of the easiest and cheapest ways to exercise – taking a walk. You can do this alone to unwind after a long day at work or ask your spouse, kids or a neighbor to join you. With minimal planning and cost, you can incorporate movement into your life each day. You do not have to be a gym rat to be healthy. Check out the Flourish Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ flourishgym) for our Move It Monday. We’ll be sharing photos of local families exercising creatively and meeting up with our families at a park or playground throughout the summer. Y

The Boyd Family MEMBERS: Jennie, 42, Doug 46 / CHILDREN: Charlotte, 12, Kathleen, 10, Eleanor, 8 HOMETOWN: Lexington / SCHOOL: Charlotte (Edythe J. Hayes Middle), Kathleen and Eleanor (Athens-Chilesburg Elementary)

efore the Fit Family Challenge, Jennie Boyd would walk into a gym and feel overwhelmed by all the equipment. After eight weeks with a personal trainer, she has tackled routines that once seemed out of her reach. “We’ve all definitely got a lot of gym experience out of this,” Jennie said. “I haven’t completely overcome my gym intimidation, but I’ve definitely 6 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

upped my comfort level.” Jennie, her husband, Doug, and their three daughters all have more muscle tone and more endurance than they had in the early spring. Along with physical changes, Jennie has noticed changes in attitude toward physical fitness as well. “The girls are more conscious of activity levels now, like to walk somewhere or ride bikes, or if they are standing around waiting on something to do squats and lunges while they wait,” she said. “They seem more aware, and they remind each other to make those choices.” The Boyds transitioned to a mostly plant-based diet and still have a whole list of new recipes they are excited to try. Jennie and Doug aren’t viewing the end of the Fit Family Challenge as the

end of their own fitness journey. “We want to see this experience as a jump start,” Jennie said. “We want to keep going and stay really active. This is the new reality.” One way these busy parents will accomplish that is to plan individual gym time into their own schedules. They plan to sit down and map out their timeline each week so they can tag team who is with the kids so the other parent can exercise. In addition to her husband and daughters, Jennie said the expert panel of trainers and nutritionists had a major impact on their success. “Having outside help has helped us stay on track,” she said. “If you’re having trouble making the changes you want to make in your life, seek outside help. “It makes a difference to have that encouragement and knowledge and accountability.” Y

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The Jackson Family Members: Rhonda, 30 / Children: Victoria, 14, Larae, 12 Hometown: Lexington / School: Both girls attend Bryan Station Middle

honda Jackson knew she wanted to put her family on a healthier path. But with an overwhelming work, school and social schedule it seemed unattainable. That was before the Fit Family Challenge. After eight weeks as a Spotlight Family, Rhonda said, she and her two daughters now view physical

activity as a priority instead of an afterthought. “The Fit Family Challenge really motivated us to kick start things I had wanted to do anyway, like exercise, get out in nature, eat better and not over schedule,” Rhonda said. “This pushed us into action.” After realizing the extent of the Fit Family Challenge, Rhonda said, her daughters initially met her with disbelief. “They were like, ‘You mean we’re going to work out every single day?’” she said. “But we do it and we have a good time.” Sticking together as a family unit for their workouts made things fun and allowed them to bond in a new way. One goal was to cut out junk food for snacks and choose healthier alternatives. So far, mission accomplished.

“I’ve lost some weight and I find it easier to eat more healthy snacks instead of the junk,” Rhonda said. “It’s not as much of a struggle as it used to be.” The summer months opened up the family’s schedule, and they made sure to fill the time with healthy activities. When school rolls around in August, Rhonda is ready to incorporate these healthy changes into the demands of being a working mother with two children who love their extracurricular activities. “It’s much easier to be more active and eat healthier in the summer when we have more time to plan, but we’re making a habit of it so come fall it’s just part of our lives,” Rhonda said. “We have to plan going into the fall so we have time allotted for exercise and meal planning, and we don’t get overbooked.” Y

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exington’s Fourth of July festivities kick off on Friday, July 1 this year with the Great American Pie Contest and Ice Cream Social at noon at Cheapside Park downtown. The fun continues Sunday, July 3 with a patriotic music concert at 8 p.m. on the Transylvania University Morrison Lawn. The Bluegrass 10,000 Race begins Monday, July 4 with the wheelchair division at 7:25 a.m. The 10K begins at 7:30 a.m., and the Fun Run at 8:15 a.m. For registration information visit www.lexingtonky.gov.

The Fourth of July Street Festival will run from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. with free family fun, shopping and food vendors. The parade begins at 2 p.m. running down Main Street. Live music will take place at Cheapside Park from 7:30-9:30 p.m. A fireworks display begins at 10 p.m. Fireworks will be launched at Alumni Drive across from the Arboretum. Parking lots around Commonwealth Stadium will be available as a place to park and watch the fireworks. Info: www.downtownlex.com/ lexingtons-4th-of-july-festival. Y

Difficult Discussions

gunman killed 49 people in an Orlando nightclub on June 12. We asked our readers: How do you talk to your children about tragedies like this one?

Nearly 50% of family vacations include grandparents as well as children and parents

t “We talked to our 7-year-old about how sometimes there are people who do very bad things and hurt other people. Her school practices for this kind of emergency just like they do a tornado, etc. so, she is already a little aware.” – Cindy Downey

reyerfest returns to the Kentucky Horse Park in July for the annual celebration of horses. Breyerfest “Carnival!” includes workshops, crafts, a petting zoo, pony rides, demos and more family fun. Breyerfest runs Friday and Saturday, July 22 & 23 from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, July 24 from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Single and three-day tickets are available. Info: www.breyerhorses.com. Y

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t “I just open up by asking them if they’ve heard about the incident in ‘X’ city and state. If they have, I ask what are their thoughts about it. If they haven’t, I tell them the gist of what happened then ask them how they feel and their thoughts. “We then discuss further about praying for those affected, making choices and how choices impact others, being aware of their surroundings, etc.” – Rhonda Jackson t “Our highest level of preparation for our children is to teach them all the benefits of tolerance, acceptance and understanding, even when people look, think and live differently from you. “If we all built a global culture of acceptance, then love wins, and there would be no motivational glory in terror.” – Melinda Kelly Y

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LCT’s Summer Family Musical: ‘Disney’s Little Mermaid’

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hildhood literacy is a popular topic in education largely because of the proven benefits: better communication skills, improved vocabulary, more sophisticated problem-solving skills and greater earning potential.

All this matters little from a child’s point of view. For a child, being read to makes her feel valued, loved and secure. Children thrive when they feel deeply connected to their parents, and there are few substitutes in these busy times for taking your little one into your warm lap as you look at a book together. I remember coming home from work when my son was 3-4 months old, and finding our nanny sitting on the porch swing reading him a children’s book. He was engaged and happy, even though he didn’t understand the words. He loved sitting on her lap, hearing her soft intonation rise and fall as she voiced the characters. The breeze lifted his few strands of hair off his forehead, and I could see that the two of them shared the day’s delight just being together. These intangibles of reading with a child are, I believe, the most important. The sense that one is loved and valued in the simple act of shared presence does more to help create a secure, happy human being than any animated story-teller or smart device ever could. And reading aloud together shouldn’t stop when a child can read on his own. 10 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Here are some ideas to help you make reading together a regular part of your routine. t For reading out loud, no age is too young or too old. Bedtime stories can create a valuable opportunity for closeness even up into the teen years. t Have books in your home. Get them from the library, yard sales or book stores. t Be dramatic! Change voices, add sound effects, involve your child as much as possible. t Ask questions. “What will happen next?” “What would you do?” “When did you see that happen before?” In the Richard Scarry books, for example, “Where’s Goldbug?” t Choose books to facilitate your child’s growth through milestones. t Read stories of adventure and imagination as well as those about nature, history and the lives of individuals. t When your child lets you know she is “too big” for bedtime stories, accommodate that by having a regular “Family Reading Time” where everyone reads on their own. When you read to your child, you are doing far more than scientific studies suggest. It’s never too late or too early to start. Dr. Lesley Iwinski is the mother of three grown children, a family physician and Executive Director of The Parent and Family Enrichment Center, Inc. and Growing Peaceful Families. She offers classes, workshops and seminars. Info: (859) 333-3053 or www. GrowingPeacefulFamilies.com. Y

exington Children’s Theatre will perform “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” as the 15th annual Summer Family Musical. This year’s Summer Family Musical cast has seven families that have performed together before, as well as a handful of newcomers. Showtimes are Friday, July 15 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 16 at 2 p.m.; Sunday, July 17 at 2 p.m.; Thursday, July 21 at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, July 22 at 2 p.m.; Saturday, July 23 at 2 & 7 p.m.; and Sunday, July 24 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $18 for children. The performances will be held at the LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. A special “Breakfast Under the Sea” will be Saturday, July 16 at Bronte Bistro in JosephBeth Booksellers. Children can make a craft and meet Ariel and her fish friends. Tickets are available at www. lctonstage.org. Info: 254-4546. Y

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’ll never forget the first time a stranger gave me unsolicited parenting advice. My daughter was a few weeks old and my good friend convinced me to go for a walk at the mall. It was winter, and visions... of flu germs danced in my head, but I knew I needed to get out of the house for my sanity. I zipped my infant into a footed sleeper, threw a blanket over her seat and we strolled through the mall. Plenty of people stopped to smile and “awww!” at my baby. CeCe started to fuss a bit, and before I could judge if it was from hunger, sleepiness or another common reason babies cry, an older woman stopped and reached in the stroller. She pulled the blanket off CeCe and said in a reprimanding tone, “She’s

trying to tell you she is too hot.” I froze, racked with guilt that I was overheating my baby and ashamed that I didn’t realize it. I felt a swirl of self-blaming emotions take over, but before I could fall into that endless pit of Mommy Guilt, my friend, Azra, took action. She snatched the blanket back and said something along the lines of, “Oh, so you speak baby, do you? You have no idea

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Each month we consult with experts – our readers! – about parenting and ask a question on our Facebook page. June’s Question was:

What is the most annoying piece of unsolicited parenting advice you’ve received?

Katie Saltz with Ezra & CeCe

what she needs. You’re not her mother.” Then she steered us away from the smirking advice-giver and told me to ignore her. Five years later, I still play that scene back in my mind. I think of all the things I should have said to that woman, and I still wonder why she couldn’t have used more gentle language if she was truly trying to be helpful. I remember checking my daughter’s forehead, secondguessing myself to see if she was overheated. Azra repeatedly assured me that my baby was dressed appropriately, and reminded me that the meddling woman should be ignored. I’ve had many more moments like that one in almost six years of parenting. In the mall, on Facebook, from family members or colleagues – everyone, it seems, has advice to give, whether you ask for it or not. Of all the advice I’ve been given, the best piece came from my friend that day at the mall. “Ignore that (B-word.) You’re the mom.” Y

t “Don’t hold my baby all the time because it will spoil them. I always said, ‘I want to hold my baby so it doesn’t matter if it will spoil them.’” – Bridgette Silcox Miracle t “‘Can’t get your baby to sleep through the night? Just put gravy in their bottle.’ I really wasn’t sure how to respond except to smile and nod while thinking the person was crazy.” – Evelyn Brandenberg t “When I took my baby out in public her first few months, dressed in a short sleeve onesie and leggings, and was told how cold she was, that I should have her in more layers. In 80+ degree weather. I was babywearing, and they hadn’t touched her but somehow knew better.” – Sarah Frank Bowker July’s Feedback Question:

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new addition like everyone else who visited that day. “When it was time to go, my oldest granddaughter protested, saying we hadn’t seen everything yet,” Regan said. “She even started crying.” Regan could understand why. As a parent she brought her children to the Center, and as an educator she witnessed the benefits Providence students enjoyed from LASC’s hands-on, experiential classes and programs. “I have always been impressed with how they make science fun,” Regan said. “And their programs are geared to the needs of children. You can tell they have put a lot of thought LASC’s $5.5 into what they do. “And now they have million addition so much more room for has expanded everything.” its space That’s why the expansion to 18,500 was a necessity, according square feet to Heather Lyons, LASC’s executive director for 11 and includes years. the city’s only “This expansion is not planetarium. just about wanting a nice, beautiful building. We desperately needed the room,” she said. By John Lynch “We were turning people away, and the ow do you know that an demand for our programs kept growing.” educational center is a huge hit? The $5.5 million expansion, which more When children don’t want to than doubled the Center from 7,000 to leave when it’s time to go. 18,500 square feet, is nothing short of That was the case at the grand opening transformational for LASC. of the Living Arts & Science Center The lustrous, modernistic addition in May when more than 1,000 people adjoined to the historic building ideally streamed though the gleaming new blends old and new to establish a addition to the venerable establishment downtown landmark. in downtown Lexington. It’s also a far cry from LASC’s Kathy Regan, a grandmother of two beginnings, in 1968, when director Jim and the former director of Providence Seidelman operated out of the trunk of Montessori School, was wowed by the his car.

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Three years later, LASC moved into the Kinkead House on Martin Luther King Boulevard, which has housed LASC since. LASC squeezed its offices, two galleries and four upstairs classrooms into the building. The limited space spawned, shall we say, creative solutions. “We put up cardboard doors in the galleries to create classrooms,” Lyons said. “That’s why we could never have field trips in the summer. “Our planetarium was portable and would take up a whole room when we set it up.” Now, LASC has the city’s only planetarium along with spacious classrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking that ground that include a waterscape, rain gardens and Kentucky native trees. The new space includes: the Discovery Gallery (currently housing a space exhibit) and the Glo Gallery (named for long-time supporter Gloria Singletary), which is a double-height space featuring a 40-foot screen where videos can be seen inside and outside simultaneously. The addition also includes a clay studio, digital media lab, teaching kitchen, innovation lab, makers space, two classrooms and a rooftop garden. “Not only can we add new programs, this has allowed our existing programs the room to grow,” Lyons said. For first time, LASC serves as a real museum and art gallery where people can take self-directed tours for free on weekdays (8:30-5:30) and pay $4 on Saturdays for planetarium shows and teacher-led activities in the makers space and Discovery Gallery.

ASC is known for its year-round offerings for kids, teens and adults of more than 300 eclectic, interactive classes that embrace art and science. During the school year, LASC offers classes on no-school days, spring break and holidays. This summer, LASC has scheduled 135 unique classes – everything from ceramics and photography to bugs, slugs

and dream house construction – that will serve more 1,100 children. Next summer, Lyons expects those numbers to reach 160 classes and 1,500 kids. That’s kids of all kinds from all over the Bluegrass. “The Center has always been diverse,” said Tanya Finley, whose daughter Jade, 16, has attended classes since she was 4. Jade now volunteers at the LASC. “There are people of different races and ethnicities from all over the city here.” And all ability levels. Jade, for instance, has autism. “I credit her improvement to having a place at the Center to express herself,” Tanya Finley said. “I’m in awe of what they do here.” That’s a common sentiment among LASC supporters. Stacie Marksbury first appreciated the Center as a substitute teacher. “The students just loved their field trips to the Living Arts & Science Center,” she said. Later, when her husband mentioned that his family’s non-profit, the Marksbury Family Foundation, had been approached by LASC fund-raisers, his wife convinced the Foundation to contribute. (The Discovery Gallery is named for the Foundation). “I knew the Center was a wonderful place, and I knew that they had no space,” Stacie Marksbury said. “I’m just blown away by everything that the expansion has given the Center. It’s like a dream come true for them.” LASC need dream no longer. If you haven’t visited the expanded Center, it’s a crying shame. Y Half page horiz July 2016 LFM.pdf

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n Lexington, the self-proclaimed horse capital of the world, many children will ask at some point to ride a horse. If you have never been around horses, it can be hard to know how to get your child started. Among the many ways to get involved with horses, riding lessons are the most common first step. Finding the right riding instructor can take time and effort, but making a good choice can lead to a positive, safe experience. Not just anyone should be able to call themselves a riding instructor. However, there is no law requiring instructors to be licensed or certified. Still, many professionals have gone through a rigorous certification process on their own from organizations such as the Certified Horsemanship Association, which is the largest certifying organization of instructors and barn managers in North America. Certification adds an extra level of legitimacy to any professional’s resume, but so can many years of experience in teaching and horsemanship. Here are some tips to get started with your search for a riding instructor. t Look for instructors in your area

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by asking other riders you know or employees at tack shops and horse feed stores. Or you can search CHA’s online database of certified riding instructors at www.CHAinstructors.com or a database maintained by the American Horse Council at www.TimeToRide.com. t The best way to evaluate instructors is to visit, observe, tour the facility and ask questions. Cost should not be the only deciding factor. t Safety should be of the utmost importance, and helmets should either be required or strongly recommended. t Learning horsemanship involves more than just climbing aboard and learning how to steer. Your child should learn how to take care of horses; what equipment to use and how to use it; how to handle horses safely; how to understand horse behavior. t Any instructor you choose should act professionally, be experienced with horses and teaching, understand horse behavior and various riding techniques, and be trained in first aid and CPR. t The instructor should be adept at teaching and teach with passion, patience, kindness and fairness. He or she should build up the rider’s confidence and adjust instruction to suit

What can you do to avoid this danger? • NEVER leave your child alone in the car, not even for a minute! • Teach kids to not play in cars and keep cars doors locked. • If a child is missing, check pools and vehicles first! • Create reminders- place purse or phone in backseat, have daycare call if child is absent. For more information, contact Safe Kids Fayette County at 859-323-1133 or safekidsfayettecounty.org

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the rider’s needs and personality. t The stable should be clean, neat, free of safety hazards, and well-maintained, with happy and healthy horses. All tack and equipment should be clean and in good condition. t The stable need not be an Olympicquality stable. There are quality instructors who have only a few horses available. All horses used for lessons should be calm and suitable for beginners. t Ask the instructor for references so that you can talk to other students and parents to hear about their experiences with that instructor and stable. Trust your instincts and do your homework, and you are sure to find the right riding instructor for your child. Y Sarah Evers Conrad has been an equine journalist and digital marketer since 2000, and she is the Editor of The Instructor magazine. In addition, she owns All In Stride Marketing, a digital marketing and communications agency. Info: www.AllInStrideMarketing.com.

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136 Main St., New Haven, Ky. / (800) 272-0152 www.kyrail.org Party includes private train coach, which seats 42 or a private 48-seat dining car, train fare and admission to the museum for all in the party, balloon bouquet for birthday child and goody bags. Train excursion lasts 1.5 hours.

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razil, host of the 2016 Summer Olympics, is in the midst of an outbreak of the Zika virus. Cases, though, are starting to appear in the U.S. Our study of this virus, and how it affects us, continues to be an ongoing endeavor. The Zika virus is common throughout the tropics, spread by certain mosquitoes. They bite an infected person and then transfer the virus by biting uninfected people. The virus can also be spread from men to women by sex. Transfusions of infected blood can also spread it. Only about one in five of those infected with the Zika virus have any symptoms. Those who do can have a fever, rash, headache, conjunctivitis, muscle aches and joint pain. The symptoms usually go away in less than a week. There is evidence to show that the virus can trigger an autoimmune (and usually reversible) paralysis known as Guillain-Barre syndrome. Hardly anyone ever dies from Zika.

The biggest risk from Zika is to unborn prevent it at this time, the best way to children. prevent infection is by avoiding exposure Approximately 1% of babies born to to it. women infected with the virus in the Pregnant women should avoid travel to first trimester of pregnancy will have areas where the virus is currently being microcephaly. spread. They will have a small cranium and Standing water should be eliminated multiple developmental delays. Other or changed at least weekly, since this is brain anomalies in infants can potentially where mosquitoes often breed. be caused by Zika virus, as well. Skin should be covered when going Zika has the potential to infect people outside or at least protected with insect in large areas of the U.S. repellents. The main species of mosquito that Fortunately, it appears at this time spreads it, Aedes aegypti, is found that women who are infected with Zika throughout the southern U.S., including in who are not pregnant do not have an Kentucky. increased risk of having babies later who Another mosquito species, Aedes have microcephaly. albopictus, also has the potential to A vaccine against the virus is currently spread the virus and is found in even in development in the U.S. Y more of the U.S. Between the two species, about two-thirds of the U.S. Dr. Charles Ison is a University of could be susceptible to the Kentucky graduate who has practiced in his spread of Zika. hometown of Lexington since 1993. He is a Since there is no treatment partner in Pediatric and Adolescent Associates. for Zika or no vaccine to

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ari Mullins of Lexington received an added bonus after she took her son to Dr. Rick Graebe for Vision Therapy. Not only has Cooper’s visual skills improved, so has his behavior. “Twice, moms of his friends have told me after Cooper visited their house that they saw a huge difference in him,” Mullins said. “He was so calm, confident and agreeable. He was like a different child. That is music to my ears.” He also no longer touches everything and everybody nearly as often as before. That behavior repeatedly put Cooper, 6, in trouble at school. “Now I know why he did that all the time and why he isn’t doing it as much,” Mullins said. When a child’s visual system is inadequate, Dr. Graebe explained, he will use his hands to glean information about where things are in space. A well integrated visual system normally provides that data.

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Kentucky Children’s Garden: First Friday Fun. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955.

Community Action Council: A Summer Soiree, part of the LexEnd Poverty Movement. Dancing, live performances, silent auction and more. 7 p.m.midnight. $100 per ticket. 21c Museum Hotel, 167 W. Main St. Info: 244-2221.

Kentucky Horse Park: Carriage Association of America Carriage Festival. July 1-3. Show times vary. Info: www.carriagefestival.com. July 4th Celebration. For Kentucky Horse Park Campground campers only. July 1-3. Info: www.kyhorsepark.com.

Kentucky Conservatory Theatre: SummerFest, Shakespeare’s “As You Like It.” June 30-July 3 and July 14-17. Gates open at 7 p.m. Show begins at 8:45 p.m. $10 general admission, $5 chair rental or bring a blanket or lawn chair. Woodland Park, 601 E. High St. Info: www.mykct.org or 935-1564.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Central Branch: Discovery Lab. 2-4 p.m. Ages 5-12. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. A fun, energetic lapsit storytime. 10:15 and 11 a.m. Ages 0-24 months. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3. Village Branch: Chess Club. 2 p.m. Grades 4 & up. Info: 231-5500.

Jessamine County Public Library: Write On! Teen Creative Writing Series. 10-11 a.m. Weekly in June and July. Grades 6-8. Please register for each week. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Great American Pie Contest and Ice Cream Social. Noon. Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park. Info: www.downtownlex.com. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Yoga in the Park. 1 p.m. Free for Y members. Email instructor at iowens@parisbourbonymca.org by 3 p.m. the day before each class to confirm attendance. Program will be cancelled in the event of rain. Wallis House Arboretum, 616 Pleasant St. Paris. Outdoor Pool opens for the swim season. Free for Y members, $3 per person for non-members. Season passes for non-members available. Hours of operation are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays noon-8 p.m.; Saturdays noon-6 p.m. and Sundays 1-6 p.m. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org. Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Frolicking Flags.” 10:3011 a.m. Ages 2-5. Free with general admission. Parent’s Night Out. Children must be potty-trained. $15 for members, $18 non-members. Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Carnegie Center: Spanish for Early Learners. 11-11:45 a.m. weekly through July 29. For children 5 & under with parent or caregiver. $5. Registration 28 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Div. of Parks & Rec: Summer Nights in Suburbia. Free concert series. 7-9 p.m. Moondance Amphitheater. Info: 425-2349. Adult Softball Registration period July 1-31. Season begins Sept. 6. $225 per team plus $25 sanction fee. Leagues in co-ed, church, competitive, men’s and women’s. Info: 288-2917. Adult Co-Ed Kickball Registration period July 1-22. Season begins Sept. 11. $125 per team. Info: 288-2915. Youth Football Registration. Open June 1-July 31. $35 per flag participant, $55 per tackle participant. Ages 5-6 (flag), 7-12 (tackle.) Open to boys and girls. Youth Cheerleading Registration. Open June 1-July 31. $35 per participant. Open to boys and girls ages 5-12. Participant age determined as of Aug. 1, 2016. Info: www.lexingtonky.gov/parks. ESP/REAL Program Registration: Registration for the Extended School Program and Recreation Enrichment and Learning Program opens for mail-in registrations Friday, July 1 for the upcoming school year. Walk-in registrations accepted Monday, July

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July Calendar Countdown to Kindergarten: Community Art Project at the Explorium. 10 a.m.-noon. Free admission for child in Countdown T-shirt. All others $8. Info: www.uwbg.org/countdown-kindergarten. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Support Group. 10-11:30 a.m. Babies welcome. Free, light refreshments provided. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime, books and snacks. 10 a.m. 726 N. Limestone. Info: 252-3052. Barnes & Noble: Hello, My Name is Octicorn Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Crackle, Snap, Pop.” 11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5. Imagination Station, “Bursting with Color.” 12:30-2 p.m. Grades K-5. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Paperclip Painting.” 1-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday. Free with general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, Fourth of July Craftapalooza. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

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Wednesday. $2. 40 Winchester Plaza, Winchester. Info: (859) 745-4900.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Water & Plants Hike. 1 & 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Marble Painting.” 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages 9 months to 2 years. Free with general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Summer Camp “Mixed Media Masters.” July 5-8. Full and half day options available. Ages 3-completed 5th grade. Registration required. Info: www.explorium.com or 258-3253.

Bluegrass 10,000 Last Chance Registration: Final chance to register for the annual race or fun run. 3-7 p.m. 469 Parkway Dr. Info: 288-2900. Patriotic Music Concert: 8 p.m. Morrison Lawn, Transylvania University. Info: www.downtownlex. com. Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Friends Book Cellar 20% Off Sale. 1-5 p.m. Info: 231-5500.

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Bluegrass 10,000 Race: 40th Annual 10K Race. Downtown Lexington. Wheelchair division begins at 7:25, 10K at 7:30 a.m. and 1-Mile Fun Run at 8:15 a.m. Info: 288-2900.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow It Saturdays. 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955.

Fourth of July Festival: Vendors and activities 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Downtown Lexington. Parade at 2 p.m. Fireworks at 10 p.m., launched near Commonwealth Stadium off Alumni Dr. Info: www.downtownlex.com.

Jessamine County Public Library: Intro to JCPL Creative Space. 11-11:45 a.m. youth must parent or guardian. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523

Richmond Park & Rec: Fourth of July Celebration, music, inflatables, vendors and fireworks. 5-10 p.m., fireworks begin at 10 p.m. Lake Reba Park, Richmond. Info: (859) 623-8753.

Mindful Moms of the Bluegrass: Monthly gathering. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Natural-minded moms meet to get to know each other and share info. Open to women and children. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Road. Info: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/mindfulmomslexingtonky/.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Southland Jamboree, free weekly Bluegrass concert series. 7-9 p.m. Moondance Amphitheatre. Info: 425-2349.

LexDance: Contra Dance with band Decaf Zombies. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing from 8-11 p.m. $8 adults, $5 students and seniors. ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. Info: 552-5433.

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Div. of Parks & Rec: Stargazing, with telescopes provided by the Bluegrass Amateur Astronomy Club. 9:30 p.m. Free. Program is weather dependent. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272-6105. Kentucky Horse Park: Cross Country Schooling. 8 a.m.-noon and 12:30-4:30 p.m. $35 for four hours on the course. Info: www.khpfoundation.org. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. 11 a.m. Central Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. Astronaut Academy, hands-on activities. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

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Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 400 W. Maxwell Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

The Family Center: Peer Led Yoga, a kidfriendly environment. 8:15-9:30 a.m. Free, cash donations to the center welcome. Please register on Facebook. Summer Art. 10:30-11:30 a.m. For ages 18 months-5 years. $3. Registration required by emailing art@wilmorefamilycenter.com. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: (270) 403-6488. Bluegrass Babywearers: Peer-education group. 10-11:30 a.m. Open to everyone interested in babywearing. Free to attend, $25 to check out materials. Northside Public Library. Info: www. facebook.com/groups/bluegrassbabywearers. Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: “Home.” 10 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday. $1 per show. 3800 Mall Rd. Info: 971-0718. Malco Winchester Cinema Kids Summer Film Fest: “Penguins of Madagascar.” 10 a.m. Tuesday &

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. 10:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Barnes & Noble: Tuesday Morning Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2446. Exercise Classes, kettlebells and low-impact aerobics 6-8 p.m. weekly through July 22. Free. Ages 18 & up. William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St. Info: 389-6678. Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays at Waveland. Tea served by period-dressed interpreters and a tour of the mansion. 2-3:30 p.m. $25. Reservations required. 225 Waveland Museum Lane. Info: 2723611 or 619-8189. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: New sessions of swim lessons begin. Parent/Child, 6 p.m. July 20-Aug. 24, 6 p.m. or 9:15 a.m. July 23-Aug. 27; Adult, 6:30 p.m. July 20-Aug. 24 or 8:30 a.m. July 23-Aug. 27; Child ages 3-7, 6 p.m. July 5-21; Child ages 8 & up, 6:30 p.m. July 5-21. $30 members, $50 non-members. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org. Couch to 5K Running Club. Ages 18 & up. 1 p.m. July 5, 12, 19 & 26. $20 members, $30 non-members. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org. Baby Moon: Breastfeeding Essentials II. 7-8:30 p.m. $28. Recommended for third trimester. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers Toddler Time. 11 a.m. Ages 2 & under. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. A fun, energetic lap-sit storytime. 10:15 and 11 a.m. Ages 0-24 months. Teen Action Board Meeting. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Open to all, ages 13-18. Northside Branch: Discovery Lab. 2 p.m. Recommended ages 5-12. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me! 10:30 a.m. Ages 0-18 months. Village Branch: Create Your Own (Maga)ZINE. 1 p.m. For teens. Active Art Studio. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Dress for a mess. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

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July Calendar 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. The Family Center: Clubhouse Time Playgroup, a fun time for families to play together. 10-11:30 a.m. Free, cash donations to the center welcome. Please register on Facebook. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: (270) 403-6488. Explorium: SMASH Club, “Simon Says.” 10:3011:30 a.m. Ages 2-5 years. Free with general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. 10:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sink Hole in a Cup. 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Silver Sneakers exercise class. 1:30 p.m. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org. Lexington Farmers Market: 3-6 p.m. UK E.S. Good Barn. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com. Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime, books and snacks. 3:30 p.m. 726 N. Limestone. Info: 252-3052. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side by Side Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 2-3. Central Branch: The Young and the Restless storytime. 10 a.m. Ages 2-3 years. Eastside Branch: Wednesday Quilting Friends. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring projects and supplies. All skill levels welcome. For adults. Preschool Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Active Art Studio. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Dress for a mess. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 1-2. Info: 231-5500.

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Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www. bluegrassfarmersmarket.org. Living Arts & Science Center: Discovery Night: Nature’s Olympians Live Animal Show. 6-8 p.m. Suggested donation $2. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Baby Steps, a class to help parents feel more secure taking care of a newborn. 6-9:30 p.m. $20 per couple. Registration required. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Infant CPR class. 6-9 p.m. $20 per couple. Registration required, space is limited. Recommended for third trimester. Saint Joseph Office Building, 160 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Second Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. 6:30-7:45 p.m. For all stages of pregnancy. Drop-ins welcome. $14 a class or class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Zumba Classes. 7-8 p.m. biweekly through July 22. Free. Ages 18 & up. William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St. Info: 389-6678. Kentucky Conservatory Theater: SummerFest, “Jesus Christ Superstar.” July 7-10 and July 21-24. Gates open at 7 p.m. Show begins at 8:45 p.m. $10 general admission, $5 chair rental or bring a blanket or lawn chair. Woodland Park, 601 E. High St. Info: www.mykct.org or 935-1564. Kentucky Horse Park: Robert Murphy Hunter Jumper Show. July 7-10. Info: www. olivehillsporthorses.com.

The Family Center: Peer Led Yoga, a kid-friendly environment. 8:15-9:30 a.m. Free, cash donations to the center welcome. Night Owls Clubhouse Playgroup. 6 p.m. Free, cash donations to the center welcome. Please register on Facebook. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: (270) 403-6488.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Baby Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 0-18 months. Central Library: Active Art Studio @ Central. 10 a.m. Ages 5-12. Dress for a mess. Registration required. Eastside Branch: Toddler Time. 11 a.m. Ages 2-3. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Discovery Lab. 2 p.m. recommended ages 5-12. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. 2 p.m. Ages 7 & under. Explore More. 3 p.m. Grades 4-8. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Magnetic Painting.” 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 2-4. Free with general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

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Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 400 W. Maxwell Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. 10:30 a.m. Baby & Me. 11 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Squirt Bottle Painting. 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Running Club. 1 p.m. Thursdays in July. Free for members, $20 non-members. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org. Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: 3-6 p.m. 32 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “B is for Balance.” See July 1.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time “All the Water in the World.” 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Yoga in the Park. See July 1. Sneakers exercise class. 1:30 p.m. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org. Div. of Parks & Rec: Summer Nights in Suburbia. See July 1.

Bluegrass State Games: The largest amateur participatory event in Kentucky. Divisions in baseball, bowling, cheerleading, golf and much more. July 8Aug. 13. Info: 286-5152 or www.bgsg.org. Kentucky Horse Park: Kentucky Dressage Association Show. July 8-10. Info: www.kentucky dressageassociation.com. National Junior Limousin Show. July 8-14. Info: www.nalf.org. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 1. Central Branch: Discovery Lab. See July 1. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 1. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See July 1. Village Branch: Chess Club. See July 1. Info: 231-5500.

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Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. 241 W. Main Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com. Bluegrass Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Liquor Barn, Hamburg Pavilion and Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www.bluegrassfarmersmarket.org. The Family Center: Farmer’s Market Fun, story and activity time. “Salad.” See July 2. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. See July 2. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Sibling Class. 10 a.m.-noon. Recommended for ages 3-6. $10 per child. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See July 2. Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Water Balloon Painting.” See July 2. Imagination Station, “Memory Game.” See July 2. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Fossil Making.” See July 2. Barnes & Noble: Daisy-Head Mayzie Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, LCT presents “The Little Mermaid.” See July 2. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow It Saturdays. See July 2. The Nest: Family Fun Day, games, face painting, petting zoo, refreshments and more. 1-4 p.m. Free. Open to the community. Duncan Park. Info: 259-1974. Countdown to Kindergarten: Free admission to city pools for one child in Countdown T-shirt. Info: www.uwbg.org/countdown-kindergarten. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Kaplan PSAT Practice Test.1:30-4:30 p.m. Registration required. www.kaptest.com/class/ PKKU160016 or (800) KAPTEST. For teens. Family Storytime. See July 2. Central Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See July 2. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. See July 2. Active Art Studio. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Dress for a mess.

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Lexington Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 348 Southland Dr. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See July 3. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Water & Rocks Hike. See July 3. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Hospital Tour. 1-2 p.m. and 2-3 p.m. No registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Second Floor waiting area. Info: 967-2229 or www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

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Carnegie Center: Camp Carnegie. July 11-15. For rising grades 6-8. $75 per camp, discounts available for children on free/reduced lunch. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: The Comics Awaken. 1-5 p.m.: Top Chef: What’s Cooking? Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music. 9:30-10:15 a.m. or 10:30-11:15 a.m. weekly through July 25. Ages active walkers- 4 years. See web for pricing. Registration required. Prenatal Yoga class. 6:307:45 p.m. For all stages of pregnancy. Drop-ins welcome. $14 a class or class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. The Family Center: Babywearers and Natural Parenting Meeting. 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Fostering and Adoption Support Group. 6 p.m. Free, cash donations for the center welcome. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: (270) 403-6488. Explorium: Summer Camp “Ready, Set, STEAM.” July 11-15. Full and half day options available. Ages 3-completed 5th grade. Registration required. Info: www.explorium.com or 258-3253. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Diabetes Support Group. 10-11 a.m. Free. Senior Citizens Center, 1530 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 288-2446. Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 5 & under. Teen Craft: Galaxy Soap. 10:30-11 a.m. Grades 6-12. Free. Registration required. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Silver Sneakers exercise class. 1:30 p.m. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org. Alzheimer’s Association: Memory Café, an informal setting for caregivers and loved ones with memory problems to socialize. 3-5 p.m. Free. Registration required. Eastside Public Library, 3000 Blake James Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Class. 6-8 p.m. $20 per couple, spouses are encouraged to attend. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., 34 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Volleyball, learn proper form and technique. 6:15 p.m. July 11, 18 & 25 Free for members, $5 per session for non-members. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org. Div. of Parks & Rec: Southland Jamboree. See July 4. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Shark Week Celebration. 10 a.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Central Branch: Babies Get Down(town). 10-10:30 a.m. Ages 1-2. Eastside Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump! Music and playtime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 18-30 months. Northside Branch: Shark Week Celebration. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Village Branch: Cooking for the Fun of It. 2 p.m. For teens. Discovery Lab. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Info: 231-5500.

_______________ tuesday 12 Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 400 W. Maxwell Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com. The Family Center: Peer Led Yoga. See July 5. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Fayette County Diabetes Coalition. 8:30-10:30 a.m. Open to anyone interested in enhancing diabetes awareness and education in the community. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2310. Yoga Class. 6:15-7:15 p.m. Free. Ages 18 & up. William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St. Info: 389-6678. Health Chats About Diabetes. 6:15-7:30 p.m. Free. UK Polk Dalton Clinic, 217 Elm Tree Lane. Info: 288-2446. Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music. 9:30-10:15 a.m. weekly through July 26. Ages active walkers- 4 years. Babies class. 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. weekly through July 26. For ages 4-12 months. See web for pricing. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: “Boxtrolls.” 10 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday. $1 per show. 3800 Mall Rd. Info: 971-0718. Malco Winchester Cinema Kids Summer Film Fest: “Horton Hears a Who.” 10 a.m. Tuesday & Wednesday. $2. 40 Winchester Plaza, Winchester. Info: (859) 745-4900. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Masterful Movement.” See July 5. Barnes & Noble: Tuesday Morning Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 5. Marvelous Mayhem and DAHLicious Mischief, part of Camp Joseph-Beth. 1 p.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Family Program: Illusionists David and Leeman.

10:30-11:30 a.m. and 7-8 p.m. For all ages. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Walk Around KY, group walk at Camp Nelson. 7-8 p.m.. Log miles to win prizes. Info: (859) 885-3523. Alzheimer’s Association: The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s. 6-7 p.m. Free. Registration required. Tates Creek Public Library, 3628 Walden Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900. Div. of Parks & Rec: History to Chew On Series, a presentation on special artists and illustrated newspapers of the Civil War. 6 p.m. McConnell Springs. Info: 225-4073. Big Band & Jazz concerts. 7-9 p.m. Free. Ecton Park. Info: 288-2927. Baby Moon: MaterniTEA, information session to navigate pregnancy and beyond. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Free. Open to women and partners from preconception through all trimesters of pregnancy. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Waveland Museum: High Tea Tuesday. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Reservations required. 225 Waveland Museum Lane. Info: 272-3611 or 619-8189. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers Toddler Time. See July 5. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 5. Teen Book Club 5:30 p.m. Ages 13-18. Registration required. Northside Branch: Discovery Lab. See July 5. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me! See July 5. Village Branch: Create Your Own (Maga) ZINE. See July 5. Shark Week Celebration. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

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The Family Center: Clubhouse Time Playgroup. See July 6. Carnegie Center: Toddler Reading group. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3 and parent or caregiver. Free. Registration required. Early Learner Book Club. 11:45 a.m. Ages 3-5 and parent or caregiver. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Explorium: SMASH Club, “Candy Science.” See July 6. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 6. Jessamine County Public Library: Books and Bite on the Patio. 10:30-11:20 a.m. Teen Anime Club, “Howl’s Moving Castle.” 1-3 p.m. Grades 6-12. Please register. Simple Summer Meals, with health coach, author and chef Kate Horning. 4-5:30 p.m. Registration required. Reef HQ, watch live footage and talk with an underwater presenter. 7-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Oil Spill Clean Up. See July 6. Div. of Parks & Rec: AARP Driver Safety Course. 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Bell House Senior Adult Program. Info: 233-0986. }}}

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July Calendar Alzheimer’s Association: Living with Alzheimer’s: For people with Alzheimer’s Series. 1-3 p.m. Registration required. 2808 Palumbo Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Silver Sneakers exercise class. See July 6. Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music. Big Kids Play Date. 3-5 p.m. Ages 5-8. See web for pricing. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Lexington Farmers Market: 3-6 p.m. UK E.S. Good Barn. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com. Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See July 6. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Basics class. 6-7:30 p.m. Free class for expecting parents. Registration required. PH Clinic Couth, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2348. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side by Side Storytime. See July 6. Central Branch: The Young and the Restless. See July 6. Eastside Branch: Wednesday Quilting Friends. See July 6. Preschool Storytime. See July 6. Shark Week Celebration. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Northside Branch: Minecraft Mania. 1-3 p.m. July 13-15. For middle schoolers. Bring a flash drive. Advanced registration required. Create Your Own Computer Game. 5-7 p.m. July 13 & 14. For middle schoolers. Bring a flash drive. Advanced registration required. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See July 6. Info: 231-5500.

______________ thursday 14 Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 400 W. Maxwell Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

The Family Center: Peer Led Yoga and Night Owls Clubhouse Playgroup. See July 7. Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Campfire Craft.” See July 7. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See July 7. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Mystery Messy Craft. See July 7. Alzheimer’s Association: Understanding Other Dementias: LBD, VaD and FTD. 3-4 p.m. Designed for the general public. $5 suggested donation, $15 fee for professionals. Registration required. 2808 Palumbo Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900. Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: 3-6 p.m. Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www. bluegrassfarmersmarket.org. Jessamine County Public Library: Silver Screen: “Jaws.” 1-3 p.m. Free, popcorn and drinks provided. Waves on Wheels: Shark Cart, a live presentation from Newport Aquarium. 5-6 & 7-8 p.m. What’s Brewing: Heath and Molly. Coffee, music and 36 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

giveaways. 6-7 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

free for ages 5 & under. 225 Waveland Museum Lane. Info: 272-3611 or 619-8189.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. See July 7.

Kentucky Horse Park: Champagne Run Horse Trials. July 15-17. Info: www.champagnerun.com.

Lexington Opera House: The Lex Production of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins.” Thursday, July 14 & Friday, July 15 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, July 16 at 1 & 7 p.m.; and Sunday, July 17 at 1 p.m. $35-$80. 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-4567. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Baby Storytime. See July 7. Central Library: Shark Week Celebration. 10 a.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Eastside Branch: Toddler Time. See July 7. Discovery Lab. 5 p.m. Ages 5-12. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See July 7. Discovery Lab. See July 7. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See July 7. Explore More. See July 7. Info: 231-5500.

________________ Friday 15 27th Annual Fun Camp for Children with Diabetes: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. For Grades K-8, supervised by RN’s, RD and other health professionals certified in diabetes. Registration required. Masterson Station Park. Info: 288-2310.

Jessamine County Public Library: Write On! Teen Creative Writing Series. 10-11 a.m. Weekly in June and July. Grades 6-8. Please register for each week. Maker Day, for children, teens and adults. 1-3 p.m. Outdoor Photography Workshop Part 1. 2-4 p.m. Registration required. JCPL Day at the Pool. Free entry to the Jessamine County Aquatic Center from 5-7 p.m. with a library card. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Obstacle Course.” See July 1. Parent’s Night Out. Children must be potty-trained. $15 for members, $18 non-members. Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 2583253. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time “In the Small, Small Pond.” See July 8. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Yoga in the Park. See July 1. Silver Sneakers. See July 8. LexArts HOP: Downtown gallery hop. 5-8 p.m. Info: 425-2349. Div. of Parks & Rec: Summer Nights in Suburbia. See July 1. Creatures of the Night. 9 p.m. Registration required. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272-6105. Lexington Children’s Theatre: presents “Disney’s The Little Mermaid.” Ariel, Flounder, Sebastian and other colorful characters bring this Disney classic to the stage for a musical adventure. For all ages. $18-$20. Friday, July 15 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 16 and Sunday, July 17 at 2 p.m. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. Waveland Museum: Classic Movie Series at Waveland: Singing in the Rain. 9-11:30 p.m. Bring chairs or blankets. $5 adults, $2 children ages 6-12,

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 1. Discovery Lab, hands-on exploration. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Teen Night Smash Tournaments, Super Smash Bros. 5:45-8 p.m. For teens. Registration required. Central Branch: Discovery Lab. See July 1. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 1. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See July 1. Village Branch: Chess Club. See July 1. Info: 231-5500.

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Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. 241 W. Main Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Breakfast with The Little Mermaid and Lexington Children’s Theatre. 8:30 a.m. Regular storytime is cancelled. Tickets and info: www.lctonstage.org. Kid’s Open Mic with John Crissman. A comedy event. 2 p.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Bluegrass Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Liquor Barn, Hamburg Pavilion and Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www.bluegrassfarmersmarket.org. The Family Center: Farmer’s Market Fun, story and activity time. “Fruit.” See July 2. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Weekend Childbirth Education Class, a condensed version of the 4-week Lamaze-based class. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $30 per couple, light refreshments provided. Registration required. Recommended for 32-34 gestation. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth. org/baby. UK Good Samaritan Hospital: Nursing Your Infant. 9 a.m.-noon. $25 per couple. For women delivering at UK. Registration required. 310 S. Limestone St. Info: 323-2750. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. See July 2. Countdown to Kindergarten: Bluegrass Greensource. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission for child in Countdown T-shirt and their families. Info: www.uwbg.org/countdown-kindergarten. Div. of Parks & Rec: Junior Naturalist: Pioneer Skills. 10 a.m. Grades K-5. Parent or guardian required for young participants. Registration required. McConnell Springs. Info: 225-4073. Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See July 2. Carnegie Center: Toddler & Early Learner Combined. 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 2-5 and parent or caregiver. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Future Vet Program.”

July Calendar See July 2. Imagination Station, “Radioactive Slime.” See July 2. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Moon Rocks.” See July 2. Barnes & Noble: Are We There Yet? Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow It Saturdays. See July 2. Jessamine County Public Library: Linoleum Cut Prints. Noon- 2p.m. Jessamine County Movie Spectacular, “Inside Out.” Children’s activities, inflatables and movie. 7:30-11 p.m. Free. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 8853523. Baby Moon: Childbirth Express Workshop. 1-6 p.m. $168. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See July 2. Central Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See July 2. Eastside Branch: Financial Aid Q&A Workshop. Noon-4 p.m. For teens and parents. Registration required. Unit Origami: Bridging Math and Art. 1 p.m. For all ages. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. See July 2. Shark Week Celebration. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

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Lexington Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 348 Southland Dr. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com.

day options available. Ages 3-completed 5th grade. Registration required. Info: www.explorium.com or 2583253. Div. Of Park & Rec: S.T. Roach Basketball and Cheerleading Clinic. Co-Ed Basketball: July 18-22, 9 a.m.noon. or 1-4 p.m. Ages 11-16. July 25-29, 1-4 p.m. Ages 6-10. Cheerleading: July 25, 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 7-14. Info: 288-2955. Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 5 & under. Teen Dance Game Tournament. 1-3 p.m. Grades 6-12. Free. Salad Celebration, try new recipes or bring your own to swap. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Registration required. Film Creators Club. 5-7 p.m. For teens and adults. Registration required. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Silver Sneakers exercise class. See July 11. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Basics, a condensed version of the Breastfeeding Class. 6-7 p.m. $10 per couple, spouses are encouraged to attend. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 11. Div. of Parks & Rec: Southland Jamboree. See July 4. Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Babies

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Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See July 3. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Pond Life Hike. See July 3. Div. of Parks & Rec: Super Sunday, basketball league games, entertainment and vendors. 2-9 p.m. Douglass Park. Info: 288-2955. Baptist Health Education Center: The Art of Breastfeeding class. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. For women delivering at Baptist Health. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

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Carnegie Center: Camp Carnegie. July 18-22. For rising grades 6-8. $75 per camp, discounts available for children on free/reduced lunch. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Landscape Architecture: Designing a Garden. 1-5 p.m.: Art Scavengers: Transforming Trash into Treasure. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. The Family Center: Babywearers and Natural Parenting Meeting. See July 11. Homeschool Support and Chat Group. 6 p.m. Free, cash donations to the center welcome. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: (270) 403-6488. Explorium: Summer Camp “Savvy Sleuths.” July 18-22. Full and half July 2016

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July Calendar Get Down(town). See July 11. Eastside Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump! See July 11. Under the Big Tip: Science Circus. 2 p.m. Recommended ages 5-12. Northside Branch: Under the Big Top: Science Class. 10 a.m. For families. Tates Creek Branch: Da Vinci’s Workshop. Hands-on art, science and math. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Under the Big Top: Science Circus. 6:30 p.m. For families. Village Branch: Cooking for the Fun of It. See July 11. Info: 231-5500.

_______________ tuesday 19 Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 400 W. Maxwell Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

The Family Center: Peer Led Yoga. See July 5. Summer Art. 10:30-11:30 a.m. For ages 18 months-5 years. $3. Registration required by emailing art@wilmorefamilycenter.com. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: (270) 403-6488. Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: “The Sandlot.” 10 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday. $1 per show. 3800 Mall Rd. Info: 971-0718. Malco Winchester Cinema Kids Summer Film Fest: “Turbo.” 10 a.m. Tuesday & Wednesday. $2. 40 Winchester Plaza, Winchester. Info: (859) 745-4900. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Tempting Textures.” See July 5. Barnes & Noble: Tuesday Morning Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Science Circus. 10 a.m. For families and grades K-3. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 5. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me! See July 5. Village Branch: Create Your Own (Maga)ZINE. See July 5. Under the Big Top: Science Circus. 2 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

_____________ Wednesday 20 Baby Moon: Mama & Baby Yoga. See July 6.

The Family Center: Clubhouse Time Playgroup. See July 6. Explorium: SMASH Club, “Crazy Coins.” See July 6. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 6. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Pond Insect Detective. See July 6. Jessamine County Public Library: Walk Around KY, group walk at Centennial Park. Noon-1 p.m. Log miles to win prizes. Teen Coding Club. 1-2 p.m. Grades 6-12. Please register. Teen Mini Golf. 3-5 p.m. Grades 6-12. Please register. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Alzheimer’s Association: Living with Alzheimer’s: For people with Alzheimer’s Series. 1-3 p.m. Registration required. 2808 Palumbo Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Silver Sneakers exercise class. See July 6. Lexington Farmers Market: 3-6 p.m. UK E.S. Good Barn. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 5.

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See July 6.

Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Family Program: Magician Presto Paul. 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 7-8 p.m. For all ages. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Frankfort Medical Pavilion: Breastfeeding Basics Class. 6-8 p.m. Free. Registration required. 279 King’s Daughters Dr., Frankfort. Info: (502) 226-1655 or (877) 376-2631.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2446.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side by Side Storytime. See July 6. Central Branch: The Young and the Restless. See July 6. Minecraft Mania. 1 p.m. July 20-22. No experience required. For middle schoolers. Preregistration required. Create Your Own Computer Game. 5 p.m. July 20 & 21. For middle schoolers. Preregistration required. Eastside Branch: Wednesday Quilting Friends. See July 6. Preschool Storytime. See July 6. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See July 6. Info: 231-5500.

Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays at Waveland. Tea served by period-dressed interpreters and a tour of the mansion. 2-3:30 p.m. $25. Reservations required. 225 Waveland Museum Lane. Info: 2723611 or 619-8189.

& Me. See July 7. Dumbledore’s Army featuring Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. 6:30 p.m. For all ages. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Ceramic Pot Chia Pets. See July 7. Bluegrass Farmers Market: 3-6 p.m. Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www.bluegrassfarmersmarket.org. Jessamine County Public Library: Lunch & Learn. Noon-1 p.m. Getting Started with FamilySearch.org. 6:30-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Infant CPR class. 6-9 p.m. $20 per couple. Registration required, space is limited. Recommended for third trimester. Saint Joseph Office Building, 160 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Second Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. See July 7. Lexington Children’s Theatre: presents “Disney’s The Little Mermaid.” Ariel, Flounder, Sebastian and other colorful characters bring this Disney classic to the stage for a musical adventure. For all ages. $18-$20. Thursday, Friday 21 and Friday, July 22 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 23 at 2 & 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, July 24 at 2 & 6:30 p.m. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. Div. Of Park & Rec: Bell House Senior Adult Day Trip. Horseshoe Casino in Cincinnati. $30. Info: 233-0986. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Baby Storytime. See July 7. Eastside Branch: Toddler Time. See July 7. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See July 7. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See July 7. Explore More. See July 7. Info: 231-5500.

________________ Friday 22 Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Twister.” See July 1.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time “Water.” See July 8. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Yoga in the Park. See July 1. Silver Sneakers. See July 8.

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Breyerfest: The annual model horse festival and horse fair, featuring vendors, demos, shopping and children’s activities. July 22-24. One and three-day tickets available. Kentucky Horse Park. Info: www. breyerhorses.com.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Big Band & Jazz concerts. See July 12.

The Family Center: Peer Led Yoga and Night Owls Clubhouse Playgroup. See July 7.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers Toddler Time. See July 5. Under the Big Top: Science Circus. 6:30-7:30 p.m. For families. Central Library: Under the Big Top:

Jessamine County Public Library: Extreme Obstacle Courses by Urban Ninja Project. 1-3 p.m. For all ages. Outdoor Photography Workshop Part 2. 2-4 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Juggling Clown.” See July 7.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Summer Nights in Suburbia. See July 1. Info: www.lexingtonky.gov.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 4-week Childbirth Education Series. 6:30-9:30 p.m. $40 per couples. Registration required. Recommended for 28-30 weeks gestation. The Women’s Hospital at St. Joseph East, 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., 1st floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

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Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 400 W. Maxwell Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby

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July Calendar LexDance: Contra Dance with open band. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing from 8-11 p.m. $7 adults, $5 students and seniors. ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. Info: 552-5433.

and band Footbridge. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing from 8-11 p.m. $8 adults, $5 students and seniors. Russell Acton Folk Center, 212 Jefferson St., Berea. Info: (859) 985-5501.

Waveland Museum: Classic Movie Series at Waveland: Mary Poppins. 9-11:30 p.m. Bring chairs or blankets. $5 adults, $2 children ages 6-12, free for ages 5 & under. 225 Waveland Museum Lane. Info: 272-3611 or 619-8189.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See July 2. Central Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See July 2. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. See July 2. Info: 231-5500.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 1. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 1. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See July 1. Village Branch: Chess Club. See July 1. Info: 231-5500.

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Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. 241 W. Main Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com. Bluegrass Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Liquor Barn, Hamburg Pavilion and Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www.bluegrassfarmersmarket.org. The Family Center: Farmer’s Market Fun, story and activity time. “Beans.” See July 2. KET Super Saturday: Hands-on activities, musical performance by Mr. Steve and family fun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Geared toward children ages 2-8. Registration required. 600 Cooper Dr. Info: www.KET.org. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. See July 2. Transitions: Bringing Home a Baby Class. 3-5 p.m. $38. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Div. Of Park & Rec: Weekend Workout. Volunteers needed for park cleaning and trail maintenance. 10 a.m. McConnell Springs. Info: 225-4073. Little Explorers “Insect Search.” 10 a.m. Grades K-5, parent or guardian required to stay with young participants. Registration required. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272-6105. Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See July 2. Explorium: Super Saturdays, “CSI Investigator.” See July 2. Imagination Station, “Color Surprise.” See July 2. Sketch Pad Discovery, “LadybugLane.” See July 2. Barnes & Noble: Too Many Moose! Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, Pirate Storytime. See July 2. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow It Saturdays. See July 2. Countdown to Kindergarten: Kentucky Children’s Garden. 2-4 p.m. Free admission for one child in Countdown T-shirt and one adult. Other guests $3 per person. Info: www.uwbg.org/countdownkindergarten. LexDance: Contra Dance with caller Joe Wilkie 40 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

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Lexington Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 348 Southland Dr. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See July 3. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Pond Insect Hike. See July 3. Bluegrass Babywearers: Peer-education group. 3-4 p.m. Open to everyone interested in babywearing. Free to attend, $25 to check out materials. Eastside Public Library. Info: www. facebook.com/groups/bluegrassbabywearers.

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Carnegie Center: Camp Carnegie. July 25-29. For rising grades 6-8. $75 per camp, discounts available for children on free/reduced lunch. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Movie Making 101. 1-5 p.m.: Printmaking & Bookbinding. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. The Family Center: Babywearers and Natural Parenting Meeting. See July 11. Babywearing Night Owls. 6 p.m. Free. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: (270) 403-6488. Explorium: Summer Camp “Camp Chemistry.” July 25-29. Full and half day options available. Ages 3-completed 5th grade. Registration required. Info: www.explorium.com or 258-3253. La Leche League of Lexington: Monthly meeting. 9:30 a.m. Free. Centered Holistic Heath and Wellness Center, 309 N. Ashland Ave. Suite 180. Info: 559-8488. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Health Chats about Diabetes. 10-11 a.m. The Refuge Clinic, 2349 Richmond Rd. Suite 220. Info: 288-2446. Alzheimer’s Association: Effective Communication Strategies. 11 a.m.-noon. Designed for family caregivers. $5 suggested donation. Registration required. Scott County Cooperative Extension Office, 1130 Cincinnati Rd. Georgetown. Info: (800) 272-3900. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Silver Sneakers exercise class. See July 11. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Baby Steps, a class to help parents feel more secure taking care of a newborn. 6-9:30 p.m. $20 per couple. Registration required. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr.,

First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 11. Div. of Parks & Rec: Southland Jamboree. See July 4. Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Babies Get Down(town). See July 11. Eastside Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump! See July 11. Village Branch: Cooking for the Fun of It. See July 11. Info: 231-5500.

_______________ tuesday 26 Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 400 W. Maxwell Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com. The Family Center: Peer Led Yoga. See July 5. FCPS: School Registration Window. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Open through the first day of school. Info: 381-4130. Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: “Norm of the North.” 10 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday. $1 per show. 3800 Mall Rd. Info: 971-0718. Malco Winchester Cinema Kids Summer Film Fest: “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb.” 10 a.m. Tuesday & Wednesday. $2. 40 Winchester Plaza, Winchester. Info: (859) 745-4900. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Beautiful Bubbles.” See July 5. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 5. Barnes & Noble: Tuesday Morning Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays at Waveland. Tea served by period-dressed interpreters and a tour of the mansion. 2-3:30 p.m. $25. Reservations required. 225 Waveland Museum Lane. Info: 2723611 or 619-8189. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Health Chats about Diabetes. 4-5 p.m. Free. Nathaniel Mission Free Clinic, 1109 Versailles Rd. Info: 288-2446. Baby Moon: Labor Workshop for Couples. 7-9:30 p.m. $55. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Div. of Parks & Rec: Big Band & Jazz concerts. See July 12. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers Toddler Time. See July 5. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 5. Teen Craft Tuesday. 5:30 p.m. For teens. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me! See July 5. Village Branch: Create Your Own (Maga) ZINE. See July 5. Info: 231-5500.

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Baby Moon: Mama & Baby Yoga. See July 6. Candy Mountain Music. Big Kids Play Date. 3-5 p.m. Ages 5-8. See web for pricing. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com.

July Calendar The Family Center: Clubhouse Time Playgroup. See July 6. Explorium: SMASH Club, “Tip Painting.” See July 6. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 6. Kentucky Children’s Garden: How Do Plants Use Water. See July 6. Solid Roots Yoga: Kids Yoga Camp. 1-4 p.m. July 27-29. Ages 7-11. “Riding My Bike” music class. 6-6:45 p.m. For active walkers- 4 years. Registration required, space is limited. $150. 111 Cynthiana Dr., Nicholasville. Info: (614) 216-0656. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Silver Sneakers exercise class. See July 6. Lexington Farmers Market: 3-6 p.m. UK E.S. Good Barn. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com. Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See July 6. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Health Chats About Diabetes En Espanol. 6-7 p.m. Bluegrass Community Health Center, 1306 Versailles Rd. Info: 263-2507. Baptist Health Education Center: The Art of Breastfeeding class. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. For women delivering at Baptist Health. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Kentucky Horse Park: Kentucky Summer Horse Show. July 27-31. Info: www.kentuckyhorseshows. com. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side by Side Storytime. See July 6. Central Branch: The Young and the Restless. See July 6. Eastside Branch: Wednesday Quilting Friends. See July 6. Preschool Storytime. See July 6. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See July 6. Info: 231-5500.

______________ thursday 28 Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 400 W. Maxwell Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

The Family Center: Peer Led Yoga and Night Owls Clubhouse Playgroup. See July 7. Carnegie Center: Creative Writing Teen Retreat. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 28 & 29. $75. . Grades 9-12. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Mr. Potato Head.” See July 7. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See July 7. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Cloud Craft. See July 7. Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: 3-6 p.m. Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www. bluegrassfarmersmarket.org. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East:

Subutex: Learning to Cope class. 10-11 a.m. Free. Recommended for 23-25 weeks gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Infant CPR class. 6-9 p.m. $20 per couple. Registration required, space is limited. Recommended for third trimester. Saint Joseph Office Building, 160 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Second Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Alzheimer’s Association: UK Telehealth: Caregiver Wellness, Managing Daily Challenges and Planning Ahead. 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Open to the public. Deadline to register July 21. UK Sanders Brown Center on Aging. Info: (800) 272-3900. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. See July 7. Kentucky Horse Park: Hagyard Lexington Classic Grand Prix. 6:30-10 p.m. Rolex Stadium. Info: www. kentuckyhorseshows.com. Clayton Woosley Hall of Fame Reigning Show. July 28-31. Info: www.krha.info. Div. of Parks & Rec: Discover Scuba, learn the basic principles and gear associated with scuba diving. 7-11 p.m. Ages 13 & up. $25 per person. Shillito Pool. Info: 225-4073. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Baby Storytime. See July 7. Eastside Branch: Toddler Time. See July 7. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See July 7. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See July 7. Explore More. See July 7. Info: 231-5500.

Barn, Hamburg Pavilion and Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www.bluegrassfarmersmarket.org. The Family Center: Farmer’s Market Fun, story and activity time. “Melons.” See July 2. Community Babywearing Stash Sale, and hour of Babywearing 101 and a consignment event for gently-used wraps, ring slings, buckle carriers and more. 1-7 p.m. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: (270) 403-6488. Countdown to Kindergarten: McConnell Spring Nature Park. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free for all guests. Info: www.uwbg.org/countdown-kindergarten. Lexington Convention Center: Jurassic Quest Dinosaur Expo. Ultra-realistic, life-size animatronic dinosaurs and fun activities for all ages. Saturday, July 30 from 9 a.m.-8 p.m., and Sunday, July 31 from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. $20 adults, $15 children ages 2-12. Some activities may cost extra. Info: www. jurassicquest.com. Henry Clay Girls 2016 Summer Soccer Clinic: Training and instruction on fundamental soccer concepts. 9 a.m.-noon. Grades K-8. $40 per player, $30 for additional family member. Registration required. Info: hcwsacamp@gmail.com. Kentucky Horse Park: Hats Off Day, children’s activities, free pony rides, educational booths and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission to the Kentucky Horse Park for the day. Info: 233-0371. Rood & Riddle Grand Prix. 7:30-10 p.m. Rolex Stadium. Info: www.roodandriddle.com. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. See July 2.

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Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See July 2.

Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Scoop It Up.” See July 1. Parent’s Night Out. Children must be potty-trained. $15 for members, $18 non-members. Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Cat’s Kitchen Chemistry.” See July 2. Imagination Station, “Moon Sand.” See July 2. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Gold Medal.” See July 2.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time “Water Dance.” See July 8.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, Pirate Storytime. See July 2.

Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Yoga in the Park. See July 1. Silver Sneakers. See July 8.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow It Saturdays. See July 2.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Summer Nights in Suburbia. See July 1.

Barnes & Noble: Harry Potter Countdown to Midnight Party. 8 p.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Kentucky Horse Park: American Red Cross Disaster Blaster Relief Fundraiser. Dinner, drinks, auctions and music. 7-11 p.m. $75 per ticket. Info: www.redcross.org/bluegrass or 253-1331. Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 1. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 1. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See July 1. Village Branch: Chess Club. See July 1. Info: 231-5500.

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Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. 241 W. Main Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com. Bluegrass Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Liquor

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See July 2. Central Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See July 2. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. See July 2. Info: 231-5500.

_______________ sunday 31 Lexington Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 348 Southland Dr. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See July 3. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Move Through the Water Cycle Hike. See July 3. Div. of Parks & Rec: Douglass and Picadome pools close for the season at 6 p.m. Y July 2016

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She Has Volleyball Down to A Fine Art

Courtney Mims School: Sayre School GRADE: 11th Sport: Volleyball Academics: Courtney has a 4.5 GPA, has taken 5 A.P. classes, scored 34 in writing on the ACT and is a volunteer with the Pathfinder service group. Parents: Natalie & Ted

hen it comes to volleyball, Sayre School’s Courtney Mims thinks like a dancer. She’s smooth and graceful on the court and plays almost artistically. That’s probably because she is artistic. Courtney, a senior-to-be, has danced for years and is the founder and director of her church’s youth dance group, “Praise Ordained.” She also sings with the Sayre Singers and has formed a group with two friends called “Gifted” that performs spiritual music. A straight-A student with 4.5 GPA, Courtney is a National Honor Society member and scored 34 on the writing section of the ACT. She has taken five A.P. classes, won the Sayre Faculty Student and the Yarmuth Book awards. Equally gifted in math-science and English, she loves writing and will spend a week this summer shadowing a physician (a family friend) at the University of Alabama medical center. Still, writing is her first love, particularly essays but she also composes poem and writes fiction. Among her influences are poet Maya Angelou and novelist Joan Didion, but this summer Courtney will downshift to young adult romance stories. She deserves a respite, given her hectic schedule. Along with volleyball and the rigors of Sayre’s college prep

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academics, Courtney fills her free time with community service work. She is a member of Pathfinders, a youth group with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The group reaches out to disadvantaged children, and last year Courtney’s regional conference named her the Youth of the Year. When her Lexington church elders needed a leader of the youth group, they picked a youth – Courtney assumed the role normally taken by an adult. The dance group she founded is centered at the church, and her singing group performs at churches throughout the region. She also sings pop, classical and Broadway music with the Sayre Singers. She works all of this around her volleyball schedule. A starter since ninth grade, Courtney captained last year’s team that posted the school’s first winning record (19-8). She has been Academic All-State three years in a row. After trying every sport from golf to gymnastics, soccer to swimming, she fell in love with volleyball in middle school and has attended UK summer camps since eighth grade. Of course, when asked to name her greatest thrill in volleyball, she cited – you guessed it – dancing, particularly her team’s pre-match routine. You see, when it comes to sports, Courtney thinks like an artist. Y

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