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June 2016

Note from the Editor

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Mayor Proclaims ‘Fit Family Challenge Summer’

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t’s now official – straight from the desk of Mayor Jim Gray – this is the FIT FAMILY CHALLENGE SUMMER. Mayor Gray issued the Proclamation in May to mark Lexington Family Magazine’s 2016 Fit Family Challenge, which is co-sponsored by Coca-Cola, CVS Pharmacy and Charlotte Parent.

The Challenge is a community health initiative where participants can win prizes by tracking their healthy activities online.

Prizes includes Fitbits, memberships to the YMCA, Red River Gorge Zipline tickets and a weekend getaway for two to the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville.

Also, someone from the Bluegrass area will win the Grand Prize, a trip for four to Universal Studios in Orlando.

The Challenge runs May 1-June 25, and it’s not too late to register and start tracking your progress at www.

MyFitFamilyChallenge.com.

Get started today and join the

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Cover Model Contest Winners, Free Friday Flicks, Bike Prom and Pool Season Starts

Fit Family Challenge

It’s not too late to join the Challenge. Read about the prizes and perks still to come.

Father’s Day Movies

Check out these films that celebrate the relationship between father and child.

June Calendar pages

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movement to create a healthier Bluegrass.

Below are the highlights of the Proclamation:

Publisher Dana Tackett

Editor John Lynch

Marketing & Events Katie Saltz

Graphic Design Tyler Adkins

WHEREAS, Coca-Cola is joining Lexington Family Magazine and CVS Pharmacy in supporting Fit Family Challenge, a statewide healthy living program; and WHEREAS, Coca-Cola challenges families across Kentucky to sign up through the website www.myfitfamilychallenge.com and log their activities and healthy living habits during the eight weeks; and WHEREAS, Lexington Family Magazine plays a significant role in promoting healthy and happy families in Lexington.

Now, therefore, I, Jim Gray, Mayor of Lexington, in recognition of the importance of Lexington families and physical fitness, do hereby declare May 1-June 25, 2016: FIT FAMILY CHALLENGE SUMMER IN LEXINGTON Jim Gray, MAYOR Y

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Baby Bump Editor Katie Saltz

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Maternity Issue

Find breastfeeding resources, learn if Baby is eating enough and more expert advice.

Choosing Childcare

Use this list to ask the right questions when looking for a babysitter or daycare facility.

Preschool Directory

26 first-school options in Central Kentucky for your preschooler.

in every issue 34 The Curious Edge 38 Pediatric Corner 40 Dr. Graebe

42 Hospice of the Bluegrass 58 KU’s Scholar Athlete

On the cover: Ezra, the 9-month-old son of Katie Saltz and Matt Downs of Lexington, is a picture of health.

Photo by Robin Allen Photography

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By Katie Saltz

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ave you ever wondered how we choose the cover models for Lexington Family Magazine?

With all the beautiful children in the Bluegrass area, how do we possibly pick which ones to place on our front page?

The answer is our annual Cover Model Contest, held at the Lexington Family Magazine Summer Camps & Activities Fair in April.

Hundreds of smiling faces came to the Camp Fair at Lexington Christian Academy on April 9, and plenty stopped by the contest to have their photo taken for free.

Professional photographer Lucy Chesnut of “glitter + sawdust studios” brought out the best in nearly 175 children.

Precious babies, sweet siblings, fun-loving toddlers and perfectly posed preteens all shared their smiles to enter the 2016 Cover Model Contest.

Narrowing down the winners is no easy task. After several rounds of voting, eight children were chosen to grace future covers of Lexington Family Magazine.

Keep an eye out for these cute kids over the next year.

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hat’s your favorite place to take the kids out to dinner or your favorite swimming pool? Or field trip? Who is your favorite pediatrician?

We’d like to hear from you about these favorites and more. Lexington Family is hosting its seventh annual Family Favorites contest.

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family.

To make your nominations, simply visit our web site (www. lexingtonfamily. com) and click on the Family Favorites 2016 icon.

On July 1, we will post the top five

nominees in each category. Voting runs July 1 through Aug. 15.

Everyone who nominates or votes will be entered in a drawing to win a weekend getaway for two at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville.

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S Y A W A E V I G 2016

A Day Out With Thomas

Take a ride with Thomas the Tank and enjoy family activities at this special event at the Kentucky Railway Museum.

Lexington Family is giving away a Family 4-Pack of tickets to the Saturday, June 4 ride at 2 p.m.

register online @ LexingtonFamily.com

To register visit lexingtonfamily.com or call 223-1765 by the contest deadline of Wednesday, June 1 for the Thomas and LEGO KidsFest tickets. The deadline for the Zipline tickets is Wednesday, June 22. Identify which advertisement contains the icon of the smiling woman’s face pictured here.

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LEGO KidsFest

Lexington Family is giving away two family 4-packs of tickets to the LEGO KidsFest in Louisville on Friday, June 3, which includes entry to the Very Important Kids preview event and an exclusive session with Master Model Builders.

Red River Gorge Zipline Want to experience a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure? Enter to win a pair of tickets in June to the Red River Gorge Zipline Adventure Tours.

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ore than 450 Kentucky families have been racking up the points in the Fit Family Challenge – and it’s not too late to join them.

The Challenge runs through June 26. What’s left for the Challenge in June? Plenty.

Weekly Giveaways. So far we have given away Fitbits, fresh produce from local farms, restaurant gift certificates and a free week of camp at the Little Gym. We’ve also given away two threemonth memberships to the YMCA and Red River Gorge Zipline tickets.

There is still time to win a weekend getaway to the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville, plus an electric scooter, cookbooks or tickets to Malibu Jack’s.

More Free Classes. Whether you are interested in yoga, cardio or a family dance party, our fitness partners have the hook up.

We have free class spots open at several locations, but you can only get

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that free pass if you are a Fit Family Challenge member. Try out as many classes as you want until June 26, and log those bonus points every time you attend a class.

Helpful Hints. Our expert panel and Spotlight Families are blogging about their progress, so you can read their tips and what is working for them. You will also get our weekly e-newsletter chock-full of healthy recipes, quick fitness tips and inspirational words.

The Grand Prize. The trip to Universal Studios in Orlando is still up for grabs.

Earning points increases your chances of winning that grand prize, and points can be earned right up until the last day. Join today and start tracking your activity.

It only takes a minute to sign your family up, and every healthy choice puts you closer to winning prizes.

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By Tiffany McAvoy

o help my kids develop a healthy relationship with food, I have tried many tips and tricks.

I don’t expect my children to like every type of food, but I do want them to be open to trying new Abby McAvoy in the kitchen things.

Of all the methods we have tried, the one that has been the most successful is getting them involved in the different stages of the food preparation.

My kids love to explore the aisles of the grocery store looking for new foods to try.

After we find something, we research its origin and find different ways to prepare it.

By learning about the food, it takes away the scariness of the unknown.

Allowing the kids to decide how to prepare the food gives them ownership of what they are eating.

Then comes the most exciting, hands-on part – when they get to help in the kitchen to make it into a meal.

It is amazing how much more receptive they are to trying new foods when they have had a hand in selecting, learning about, and preparing the meal.

Getting children involved in the kitchen has many benefits in addition to encouraging them to try new foods: t Builds self-confidence and pride t Allows them to contribute to the household duties t Instills lifelong cooking skills t Creates parent/child quality time So with a little patience and effort, your kids can be your sous chefs and in turn become better eaters that have a healthy relationship with food.

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3 Things You Can Do TODAY to Hit Your Fitness Goals

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)

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very member of the Boyd family has been logging hours in the gym, and no one has any intention of slowing down.

All family members have their own exercise plans – Jennie does plenty of cardio, Doug works on strengthening, and their girls focus on muscle tone and endurance.

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foundation to gradually increase their fitness levels.

“I am definitely feeling more comfortable in the gym,” she said. “We are starting small and will build into tougher exercises.”

The majority of meals in the home were already plant-based, but a major change in diet has been dramatically reducing sugar intake.

Sugar hasn’t been banned completely because something so strict, Jennie said, can often backfire and lead to binging on sweets when the opportunity arises.

“We used to have dessert every day,” she said. “We still have sweets on special occasions, but we say you can always have fruit for dessert.”

Summertime brings big changes to the daily schedule for the family. The girls are attending various camps and sports lessons, but Jennie wants to

ensure that the summer includes time for special family activities that the girls choose.

“It’s hard to balance things I need to do with wanting to enjoy my time with the girls,” she said.

The plan is to make a “bucket list” where each child can add things they want to do together. These aren’t usually grand or expensive ideas, but surprisingly simple.

“They want things like to go on a long bike ride or get frozen yogurt,” she said.

“Last summer we really wanted to go to Mammoth Cave. Even though it’s just a couple hours away it can be hard to make it happen.”

By putting it down on paper, the family is more likely to complete the list instead of just leaving the idea up in the air.

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The Jackson Family MEMBERS: Rhonda, 30 / CHILDREN: Victoria, 14, Larae, 12 HOMETOWN: Lexington / SCHOOL: Both girls attend Bryan Station Middle

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he Jackson family has learned many moves in the gym so far, but one key lesson stands out: Just keep moving.

Rhonda and her daughters tackle every day by doing the best they can, even if their schedule allows only for a family walk and some at-home exercise.

“We’ve learned the most important thing is to keep moving even if you can’t get to the gym,” Rhonda said.

“Get to the park and walk or do some lunges or squats around the house.”

With summer break ahead, the family hopes to have time in the kitchen again.

Their meal plan is to start incorporating more vegetables into dinners.

For now, they have already made strides with the snacking habit.

“We have done better with healthy snacking,” Rhonda said.

“We made homemade granola together and we snacked on that instead of unhealthy choices.”

Her daughters have interests ranging from sports to orchestra, but

Rhonda is committed to not overcommitting their time anymore.

“We’ve made the goal to prioritize our time. We can’t be running around like crazy people,” she said.

The plan is to sit down and evaluate what activities each of the girls are interested in.

Learning to allot time wisely is a skill the girls will put into practice.

“They will have to learn that if you want to do this, it means you can’t do that,” Rhonda said.

“And think, ‘Do you prefer to do X over Y?’” The Jackson’s are moving forward to their initial goals of daily fitness and healthy meal plans.

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exington families can splash in to summer beginning Saturday, May 28 when Castlewood, Southland, Tates Creek and Woodland aquatic centers open for the season.

Shillito, Douglass and Picadome neighborhood pools open on Saturday, June 4.

Pool passes can be purchased at all aquatic centers during operating hours beginning May 28. Family passes for up to six members are $200, individual passes are $40.

Aquatic centers are open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 1-8 p.m. Sunday.

Admission is $4 for youth 15 and under, $5 for adults 16 and older.

Douglass and Picadome pools are open noon- 6 p.m., Monday-Saturday, and 1-6 p.m. Sunday.

Shillito Pool is open 11 a.m.-8 p.m, Monday-Saturday, and 1-8 p.m. Sunday.

Admission is $3 for youth 15 and under, $4 for adults 16 and older.

Special events include: Wednesday, June 8 – Wet and Wild

Wednesday at Woodland Aquatic Center, noon-4 p.m.

Saturday, June 11 – Castlewood Block Party, noon-4 p.m.

Wednesday, June 22 – Wet and Wild Wednesday at Tates Creek Aquatic Center, noon-4 p.m.

Saturday, June 25- Dive-In Movie at Shillito Pool, 8-11 p.m.

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very Friday in June at Jacobson Park, families can enjoy a newly released movie, petting zoo and children’s games – all for free with Free Friday Flicks, sponsored by Lexington Parks and Recreation.

Families are invited to bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic, or money for on-site food vendors. Pre-show activities begin at 7 p.m., the movie begins at dark.

Movie Schedule: June 3: “Inside Out” June 10: “Minions” June 17: “The Peanuts Movie” June 24: “Kung Fu Panda 3” A rain date is set for July 8 if needed.

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Meet our new “Little” Penguins from Australia — the smallest penguins in the world.

NEW Wings of the World Bird Show

An exciting new “free flight” bird show that weaves conservation messages with spectacular behaviors.

You are likely to see condors, cranes, macaws, hornbills, talking parrots and even a cassowary!

Created by Joe Krathwohl “The Birdman.”® Three shows daily. Free with Zoo admission.

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Enjoy a movie under the stars and meet Marvel’s Iron Man from 5 – 9 p.m. Only $5 Zoo admission after 5 p.m.

Enjoy more Friday Movie Nights on July 15, Aug. 19 and Sept. 16.

FORD’S FATHER’S DAY Sunday, June 19 Dads receive FREE admission!

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upermodel Chrissy Teigen took heat on social media after going out for dinner with her husband a week after her daughter was born. Our readers answered the question: “How long should you wait after baby is born for a date night?” t “It’s totally up to each parent, they’ll know when it’s time to take a break to refresh! When a home is calm, everyone is happy.” – Luana Porter Barker t “Date night should be whenever you feel it’s right. No need to get a sitter. Have a nice dinner or enjoy a movie and popcorn after getting baby to sleep.” – Jananne Cupp Shipley

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homas The Tank Engine is chugging back to the Bluegrass in June. The Kentucky Railway Museum will host “Day Out With Thomas: The Ready, Set, Go Tour 2016” on June 4, 5, 11 & 12.

Train rides leave at 9:50 a.m., 10:40 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:20 p.m., 1:10 p.m., 2 p.m., 2:50 p.m., 3:40 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.

This family-fun event is for all ages. Riders can take a train ride with Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy fun activities. Tickets are $20.

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t “Whenever you are comfortable enough to leave the baby. If you aren’t ready, you won’t enjoy yourself anyways. I think 2 months for me.” – Heather Barger t “I think it depends on how your birth went and how you’re feeling. Also if your doctor thinks it’s ok.” – Megan Ritchie Y

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he Living Arts & Science Center is hosting the eighth annual Bike Prom on Saturday, June 4. Cyclists can dress up as their favorite David Bowie persona and get a “dance card” punched by biking to downtown businesses. At the afterparty at the Living Arts & Science Center, a prom king and queen will be crowned and prizes awarded.

Check-in begins at 5 p.m. The bike race begins at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person. Info: www.lasclex.org. Y

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ogurt parfaits, a popcorn bar and “Dance Like This Dude” are a few of the activities youth group leaders can use to incorporate healthy eating and physical activity into their gatherings.

If your kids attend a youth group or if you lead a group (church, temple, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, afterschool programs, etc.), you may be interested in the practical, youth-tested tools offered through the Better Bites in Youth Groups initiative sponsored by the Tweens Nutrition and Fitness Coalition.

Instructions for making healthy, affordable snacks and leading fun physical activities are provided.

Partners are reporting that not only do they feel good about the long- and short-term benefits of role modeling healthy habits to the children they serve, they find the kids are more focused when they eat better and move more.

Info: Emily DeWitt, Better Bites Coordinator. betterbites@gmail.com – Anita Courtney, Director of the Tweens Nutrition and Fitness Coalition

Summer Enrollment is NOW OPEN!

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Voted Best Academic Camp in Lexington 5 Years Running

SPEND THE SUMMER @ the LASC Creative, Hands-On Art and Science Experiences for Preschool-12th Grade

9 Week-long Sessions offered 9am-4pm with extended care from 7:45-8:45am and 4-5:30pm Choose from over 100 classes in drawing, painting, clay building and sculpting to digital photography, videography, computer programming, cooking, cartooning, Chinese dance, music and much more!

Build a full or partial day schedule by choosing from multiple class titles for each age group (Preschool is half-day only) All Classes Taught by Professional Artists and Educators.

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f you have read articles or heard about the concept of “Letting your kids fail,” you may have found it unsettling. It goes against the grain of a parent’s heart.

Shouldn’t parents be making sure their kids succeed? When understood in the correct context, allowing children to fail helps them to become more successful.

It builds confidence in one’s ability to try a different way and helps build a positive sense of self.

Many adults grow up with a fear of failure that can become a source of anxiety and can erode one’s self-esteem.

Lack of confidence leads to lack of courage, a trait absent in anyone who has not known adversity.

The way parents handle their own mistakes and failings models for children how they will handle their own. And the way parents handle their children’s mistakes matters a lot.

As neural pathways are formed in the developing brain, a child’s experience of his mistakes as opportunities for learning rather than something to be embarrassed about is vitally important.

Beliefs are being formed that may last a lifetime.

Here are some ideas to guide you: t Praise effort and enjoyment over the end result. “You ran so fast getting to third base, your hat blew off!” “You looked very happy out there watching your friends bat.” “I love to see you encouraging your teammates.” t Allow children to feel sad. “I’m sorry you didn’t do well on your spelling test. You 16 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

look sad.”

Be silent and let them cry if they need to, and let them tell you the story of what happened, listening with empathy. t Be a supportive presence. “What can you think of to help yourself feel better?”

Helpful ideas are ones that involve doing an enjoyable activity or having a good cry.

Avoid using food and video games to numb the pain. t Resist the urge to rescue and repair. Let her feelings come out first, because when they are released then the child is ready to problem-solve.

“What will you do?” “How would you like to handle that?” “Do you need any support from me?” t Never shame or embarrass. t Do a de-briefing. When the sting has softened, ask Three Questions: “What did you learn?” “What can you do differently next time?” “Is there anything you can do to make things right?” t Tell and re-tell the story, or let your child do it. This can help a child process the event and is especially helpful with young children.

When you use mistakes and failures as opportunities for learning, your child will learn responsibility, perseverance and resilience… qualities that will serve your child well throughout life.

Lesley Iwinski is a Lexington 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.

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he Lexington Public Library has expanded its summer reading program with “Discover Summer.”

Participants can pick up a Map to Adventure and begin earning points for reading, engaging on social media, attending library programs and playing BattleKasters, the mobile game based on the book “The Red Sun.” Completed maps can be turned in for prize drawings. The program is open to all ages.

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ountdown to Kindergarten will host activities all summer long for children registered to begin kindergarten in Fayette County.

At registration, parents receive a voucher for a free “Countdown to Kindergarten” T-shirt. This shirt is a ticket into the events.

Activities include a Lexington Legends baseball game, activities with the Lexington Children’s Theatre and Lexington Philharmonic, free admission day to city pools and more. For a complete schedule, visit visit www.countdown2kindergarten. com. Y

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ovies have always been a favorite pastime for my father and me. Between our love for science fiction and Bill Murray, we’ve shared memorable time together in front of the silver screen.

In honor of Father’s Day, here are just a few of my favorite movies about dads and their children.

“Father of the Bride” Steve Martin plays a father who has difficulty letting go of his not-so-little girl as she prepares to leave home and become a wife.

Favorite Line: “I suddenly realized what was happening.

Annie was all grown up and was leaving us, and something inside began to hurt.”

“Field of Dreams” This movie always leaves me wanting to reconcile any hard feelings I have with loved ones.

Kevin Costner lives with regrets of not healing a rift with his father before his death. So Ray hears voices and builds a baseball field.

The result? A chance to throw the ball around one more time with dear old dad’s ghost.

Favorite Line: “Hey, Dad …

You wanna have a catch?”

“Hook” This “what if” tale of Peter

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

What cartoon character does your child love, but you can’t stand? t “Dora the Explorer! I can’t stand the map – his voice makes me cringe.” – Laura Endicott Katie Saltz with Ezra & CeCe

Pan all grown up is a dad’s story. Robin Williams is an uptight businessman who has no time for his two kids.

When they are kidnapped

by Captain Hook, he can save them if he embraces his inner child and believes in magic.

When the credits roll you should grab your kids and run to the park to swing and play.

Favorite Line: “We have a few special years with our children, when they’re the ones that want us around. After that you’re going to be running after them for a bit of attention.”

“Finding Nemo” Knowing when to give your child space is tough, especially in a frightening world.

Marlin the clownfish lets his fear drive his parenting, and it causes his son to feel smothered. Learning to give your kid room to grow is terrifying, but “Finding Nemo” reminds us that letting go is simply part of life.

Favorite Line: “Well you can’t never let anything happen to him.

Then nothing would ever happen to him. Not much fun for little Harpo.” Y

t “Blaze and the Monster Machines! My 2- and 4-year-old sons both love Blaze and I can’t stand it! The voices, the characters ... why does only one truck have a driver? Agh!” – Bonnie Taylor Longo t “Ninja Turtles. After watching them my son wants to be a ninja turtle and tries to do karate moves like jumping off the couch.”

– Annie Barnett t “Peppa Pig!” Although it’s cute when he snorts like them.”

– Chelsea Pohl Noble June’s Feedback Question:

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Sleep Tight: Can a certain set of PJ’s help your baby sleep better?

We’ve got a breakdown of the different sleep suits and swaddlers on the market right now.

Baby’s Bookshelf: Our Mom Panel shared their reviews on “Pretty Minnie in Hollywood,” “Pocket Piggies” and more.

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By Doraine Bailey

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ne of the biggest concerns breastfeeding moms have is knowing if they are making enough breastmilk.

The answer can be hard to pin down, because mom’s supply and baby’s demand are always changing.

For one thing, the baby’s demand changes as it grows:

1.

At birth, a baby’s stomach can only comfortably hold about a teaspoon of milk at a time.

After two weeks, the baby may be able to hold about 2 ounces of milk at a time.

2.

Newborns sleep about an hour, then they wake up, often to eat.

Over time, they will gradually be less hungry, so they may settle back into sleep.

3.

At first, babies need to eat 8-12 times over 24 hours.

After a month or so, babies may breastfeed less often and more quickly, but still get the same amount of milk.

They can hold about 3 ounces of milk at a time.

4. Babies have their most rapid

growth during the first six weeks of life.

No wonder they’re so hungry.

Happily, a mother’s milk supply is

designed to meet and even exceed this demand.

At birth, colostrum is ready in small amounts to match baby’s small capacity.

Over the next week, as mom and baby breastfeed about every two hours, the milk supply will jump up and then level off.

One study showed that breastfeeding moms made on average 15% more milk than the baby needed at each breastfeeding.

So why are moms worried about supply?

Sometimes a mom doesn’t know that the baby’s normal one-hour sleep cycle and tiny tummy mean baby will need to eat frequently.

So moms worry their milk isn’t “good enough.”

Other times, even after mom has fed the baby, the baby is “fussy.”

This fussiness can be as much from overeating as it is from hunger.

Or, partway through a feeding, the baby begins to move around and come on-and-off the breast. This is because the baby is trying to stimulate more milk to flow.

Bottom line: Moms make enough milk when they empty the breast and feed the baby frequently.

Offering a bottle of formula or expressed milk, or a pacifier, takes time away from the breast, and interferes with establishing that supply.

Talk to someone if you have any concerns.

While things will be intense those early days and weeks, it will build a foundation for success.

Doraine Bailey, MA, IBCLC, is with Breastfeeding Support Services at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department.

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Hilarious Hashtags

Want to join the social media conversation about breastfeeding?

Here are a few hashtags to get started. #brelfie: A breastfeeding selfie. This tag usually accompanies a snapshot of you nursing your baby. #weaponsofmassnutrition: A reference to a nursing mamas bosom. A powerful weapon in your arsenal. #boobflu: Another way to say “mastitis.” This infection of the breast tissue has symptoms similar to influenza, and “boob flu” makes it sound less terrible.

#freetheboob: Part of the movement often referred to as “Normalize Breastfeeding.” Use #freetheboob to show support for a woman’s choice to breastfeed in public.

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Passport covers you and your baby.

Ask your doctor about Passport.

Passport is Kentucky’s only non-profit Medicaid health plan—and it’s available at no cost to anyone who qualifies. All you have to do is ask.

Call Passport at 1-800-578-0603 and make Passport your health plan!

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etting a breast pump is easier than ever. Most health insurance providers will cover rental fees for a larger pump in case of a medical need.

Many providers give their members the option of getting a smaller “singleuser” pump designed with working mothers in mind.

Begin by calling Customer Service for your health care plan and ask what the company covers.

Be persistent. Ask the representative to check on the particulars of your health care plan and to give you exact instructions on how to get a pump.

Many companies have a certain brand of pump or a set dollar amount that they allow.

Moms make up the difference if they want something else.

Other plans have particular suppliers with whom they work. Call during your pregnancy so that things are ready once the baby comes.

If your health insurance doesn’t cover a breast pump, you may get a pump through the WIC Program.

(Info: www.chfs.ky.gov/dph/mch/ Applying+For+WIC.htm).

Regardless of how you acquire a pump, it’s best to get a new one.

Used pumps may be contaminated

“Regardless of how you acquire a pump, it’s best to get a new one.” with milk or insects and bugs, and will be out of warranty.

You can always put a breast pump on your baby registry, too.

Once you’ve got your pump, follow the manufacturer’s instructions on how to use and care for your pump.

Only the parts that come in contact

with milk need to be washed.

If your baby is in the hospital, is less than 3 months old or an illness is present in your family, you may also want to sterilize your pump parts in the dishwasher or a microwave steamsterilizer bag.

Periodically, wipe down the pump motor, other parts and your carrybag.

If it is challenging to clean your pump parts during the day, get an extra set of bottles and flanges (the funnel-shaped piece on top) for each time you pump, and then wash everything at the end of the day.

For questions and information about pumping or breastfeeding, please contact Doraine Bailey, MA, IBCLC, with Breastfeeding Support Services at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department: (859) -288-2348 or dorainef. bailey@ky.gov.Y

Nicholas, Harrison and Jessamine.

Mother-to-Mother Support: l La Leche League: Offers a daytime

At Your Hospital:

All area birthing hospitals provide the following. Call them for details. l Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes l Lactation Consultant help during your hospital stay l Lactation Clinic to return to after you’ve gone home

Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes:

There are several local providers in addition to birthing hospitals: l Baby Moon: www.baby-moon.org or (859) 335-5949 l Babies R Us: (859) 263-8857 l Lexington-Fayette Co. Health Dept.: (859) 288-2348 l Clark Co. Health Dept.: (859) 744-4482 l Jessamine Co. Health Dept.: (859) 885-4149 22 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

meeting the fourth Monday of each month at Centered, 309 N. Ashland Ave., #180, Lexington.

La Leche also holds a monthly Facebook Group meeting and personal telephone support.

Info: (859) 559-8488, (859) 351-9865 or visit www.lllofkytn.org/greaterlexington. l Mindful Moms of the Bluegrass: Offers a daytime meeting the first Saturday of each month at Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Road, Lexington.

Also has a closed Facebook Group at www.facebook.com/groups/ mindfulmomslexingtonky/ l Breastfeeding Telephone Help Line, Lexington-Fayette Co. Health Department: (859) 288-2348. l WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselors, open to WIC participants in the following counties: Clark, Scott,

On-Line: l Kentucky Breastfeeding Resource Guide (covers the entire state): www. kybreastfeeding.com/ResourceGuide.html l Lactation Improvement Network of Kentucky (LINK) Webpage: http:// breastfeedkentucky.com/ l La Leche League International: www. llli.org/ l American Academy of Pediatrics breastfeeding information: www. healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/ baby/breastfeeding/Pages/default.aspx l www.kellymom.com l www.secretsofbabybehavior.com (a blog on all kinds of things about how babies work!)

There are also many smart phone apps for tracking breastfeedings, pumping, naps and diaper changes. Search at your app store for options.

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By Katie Saltz

aige Hankla invites you to run away to the circus with her.

But she knows that might not be feasible, which is why she founded PlayThink, the music, art and movement festival in Berea, which is celebrating its fifth year in June.

PlayThink is unique for its familyfriendly policy. All ages are welcome to come and experience workshops and performances ranging from yoga to aerial silks to fire spinning.

Hankla had attended other festivals such as BonnarooMusic and Arts Festival and All Good Music Festival.

She experienced the atmosphere where people dropped their inhibitions, but it usually involved drugs or alcohol.

She wanted a place where people could be sober and still enjoy the festival experience.

“I wanted an environment where people could feel safe and uninhibited, and be like children and have play in their lives,” she said.

Hankla wasn’t a mother at the time, but she saw the need for a familyfriendly festival in the Kentucky area.

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“I saw the community wasn’t whole because there was no place for children at these festivals,” she said.

In 2012, the owner of Homegrown Hideaways farm in Berea mentioned the idea of hosting a festival, and Hankla saw her chance.

She threw together the first PlayThink Movement and Flow Arts Festival in a few months.

Around 100 people attended – most of them instructors.

In 2015, the festival had grown and drew nearly 1,000 people.

Hankla has a master’s degree in public – administration but left the workplace when her son was born in 2015.

Now PlayThink is a year-round job for her while being a stay-at-home mom.

PlayThink offers classes in hula hooping, drumming, dance, music, martial arts, storytelling, spoken word and more.

Instructors come from across the nation to lead workshops. Beyond the

classes, PlayThink has art installations, roaming artists, stilt walkers, fireworks, demonstrations, performances, unique shopping and food vendors.

“There are so many options that it is a different experience for every person,” Hankla said.

The children’s area is set up so parents can drop off the kids for supervised play and enjoy their own classes if they wish.

A creek on the farm makes for fun exploration for the kids, Hankla said, so kids can experience freedom in a safe environment.

Winnie Wolfram, Paige Hankla a professional clown, has attended PlayThink since the first year and works the children’s area.

She performs magic, makes balloon animals and leads nature scavenger hunts, crafts and face painting.

Wolfram called PlayThink the best community festival she has ever attended.

“Couples come back with their children

'I want PlayThink to have an atmosphere of magic.'

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By John Lynch

t’s impossible to spend any time with Ann Evans of Community Montessori School and not feel inspired by education.

Evans, who is retiring as Head of School after nearly three decades with CMS, flavors her conversation about Montessori with phrases such as: “The beauty and wonder of children.”

“Peace is part of our curriculum.” “We revel in the uniqueness of each child.”

Evans, who will be replaced by Annie Gray, a long-time member of the CMS community, has not only seen countless area children thrive and blossom at CMS, she watched her own three kids benefit from the wisdom of Maria Montessori’s methods.

Although Evans is retiring, she is hardly leaving Montessori behind. Her two grandchildren are enrolled in a Montessori program in Louisville.

With the perspective of experience, Evans can see that the more things change in education, the more they stay the same in Montessori.

“Over the years, you see that the pendulum is always swinging in

education from one new thing to another,” Evans said.

Ann Evans “What I love about Montessori is that the principles that Maria Montessori founded her method on are still true today.”

The time-tested principles of Montessori are simple: Children will develop and learn naturally when given a supportive environment and allowed to explore the world at their own pace.

Montessori trusts and respects children to be their own best guide to education.

If a child is interested in mythology, flowers, numbers, rocks or whatever, she is given the freedom to pursue those interests as far as she wants to take them.

Montessori is not only timeless, Evans said, it’s international because its principles apply to all children.

“If you do this education, it doesn’t matter if you are in Kentucky, Japan or

year after year because it’s a safe place for kids to run and play,” she said. “It’s a great place for family bonding.”

Wolfram cited a story of an 11-year-old boy who saw fire spinners at the festival. He wanted to learn, so his mother had him spend the next year practicing with plastic batons.

When he returned to PlayThink the following summer, the experts guided him in safety courses, closely supervised while he fulfilled that dream of spinning fire.

Hankla emphasized that the festival is truly for all ages. She has seen a 2-week-old baby with his parents, and a 90-year-old woman enjoy classes.

Alcohol use is highly discouraged and private security is on site to handle any intoxicated attendees swiftly.

The festival runs for four days. Gates open Wednesday, June 15 at 6 p.m., and the festival runs through Sunday, June 19 at 2 p.m.

is retiring as Head of School at CMS France, it works for all kids,” she said.

Two other bywords for Evans are grace and courtesy – virtues that permeate the CMS campus.

These so-called soft skills, combined with the Montessori method, foster such vital lifelong attributes as independence, persistence, creativity and cooperation.

As the final days of her tenure wind down, Evans feels bittersweet – excited by what retirement holds (time for family, hobbies and interests) and wistful about leaving a place she loves.

“This place helped shape me into the person I am today,” she said.

“I’m still going to be around but it’s different when you’re not there every day.

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Tickets are available as one-day or four-day passes.

Berea has some lodging accommodations but most people camp with their own gear.

There is no cell phone reception on the farm, something Hankla said most people welcome for the long weekend.

By breaking out of the daily routine she hopes adults can let their children try new things without fear, and engage in some playfulness themselves.

“Every child needs to experience the freedom that PlayThink can offer,” Hankla said.

“I want PlayThink to have an atmosphere of magic, and for people to feel inspired to play themselves, and feel safe to have radical self-expression.”

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Sts Peter & Paul School

By Gordon Mullis

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don’t know how to genuflect. I am not even sure if I am spelling it correctly.

The sign of the cross? I know I start with my forehead, go down to my chest, but still get confused about whether it is the left shoulder then right or the other way around.

I don’t know “Hail Mary,” except as a last second pass into the end zone in football.

They call what I know as the Lord’s prayer an “Our Father” and don’t finish it the way I was taught. So confusing.

So why would I send my non-Catholic daughter to Sts. Peter & Paul, a Catholic preK through eighth-grade school?

The answer is really easy, and easily the best decision I have ever made.

The answer is a faith-based education.

But what does that mean?

Faith has different meanings to us all, but to me, it transcends a particular religious affiliation.

It is more than a label.

It means a shared sense of values.

Respect for yourself, for others, tolerance and wanting to build your community and share it with others.

This is what you get from a Catholic education, even as a non-Catholic.

I felt it the first time I walked into the building at Sts. Peter & Paul. I feel it at every visit, at every event.

I think I even felt it in car line, which is truly amazing.

You feel it because those values permeate each and every day in a Catholic school and guide every interaction – between student and teacher, between teacher and parent, between the staff and among the entire community.

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communion.

Does that mean your child is “different” or an outsider? Not at all.

I say this because our family has lived it.

At Sts. Peter & Paul, a full 20% of the students are non-Catholic. So, instead of an outsider, your child becomes part of a family – the school family.

This Catholic education comes at a price, of course.

Catholic schools are private, not free and non-Catholics pay more in tuition.

That may sound unfair, but Catholics who get the “Catholic rate” tithe to their local parishes, which in turn provide financial support to the school.

So it all evens out in the grand scheme of things.

grow into the person she can be.

All of this is made possible by the unique school environment that a Catholic school provides.

I offer a challenge, or really, an invitation. Go visit your local Catholic school.

Walk into the building and get a sense of the real difference of what Catholic schools offer.

It is amazing. You won’t regret it, Catholic or not.

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am a product of public schools. I received a fine education there through the support of my teachers and strong parents.

So, I am not denigrating their efforts at all. But what I can say is that my daughter is getting a rigorous, well-rounded, faithbased education by attending a Catholic school.

Our family does make financial sacrifices, but the cost has been worth every penny as we see her thrive, mature and

One in five students at Sts. Peter & Paul is non-Catholic

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hoosing a childcare provider is a daunting task for many parents. Working families need access to affordable, reliable childcare, but where does one even begin?

Web searches are a good start, but cross check those Google reviews. The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Community Services offers an online childcare provider search.

You can check the licenses and STARS rating for childcare facilities and even view inspection reports.

Word of mouth is always a valuable tool when looking for childcare. Ask your coworkers or your social media network for recommendations.

Reviews from actual parents can provide a wealth of information that you won’t get from a childcare director.

Arrange to visit multiple facilities and bring the following checklist:

8 Paperwork. Ask for copies of the

center’s policies, procedures and menu, if applicable. Look for license and any compliance reports. These should be posted somewhere in the center.

8 Observe an interaction. Drop-by visits by parents should be welcomed (with appropriate security measures in place, of course). You want to see how the staff care for the children when they don’t expect a parent to be around.

8 Cleanliness and safety. Ask how often toys, surfaces and play structures are cleaned. Make sure the children’s areas are child-proofed to your standards.

8 Consistency. What is the staff turnover? Long-term staffers are a good sign, since you want your child to have consistency of care.

8 Trust your gut. There are no stupid questions, so ask the director about anything that concerns you. If something about the facility, a staff member or the

policy bothers you, trust your instincts and keep looking.

A similar checklist can be applied to an in-home sitter as well.

8 Ask for references. Follow up with these and ask for examples of how the sitter cared well for their children.

8 Observe an interaction. Ask the sitter to come for a trial shift while you are home.

8 Cleanliness and safety. Ask about a criminal history, driving record and understanding of baby-proofing.

8 Consistency. Are they seeking additional employment elsewhere, or could any upcoming life events change their plans (graduation, marriage, etc.).

8 Go on instincts. Never feel bad for turning someone down for a babysitting job. Your child is priority No. 1.

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Mission: “We strive to provide a loving and safe environment for learning in which Christian principles and values are taught through practice and example.”

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166 Crestwood Drive (Toddler-3rd grade) 725 Stone Road (4th-8th grade) Info: 277-4805 / www.cmsmontessori.org Description: Founded in 1970, CMS offers both full-day and half-day options for Toddler (18-36 months) and Primary (3-5 year-olds) level children. Before and after school care available.

CMS is accredited by AMI (Association Montessori International), and all teachers are AMI certified.

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Description: Offers traditional preschool programs for 2-, 3-, and 4-year-olds and a kindergarten program for 5-year-olds. Extended care options are available. Curriculums are standards-based and developmentally appropriate. Teachers are highly qualified and provide a rich and safe learning environment.

Child Development Center of the Bluegrass 290 Alumni Drive / Info: 218-2322 www.cdcbg.org Description: Provides quality early childhood education for children with and without special needs. Provides developmentally-appropriate curriculum and low student:teacher ratios with on-site therapy services for children with special needs. Outpatient therapy is available as well. NAEYC accredited.

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Curriculum and facilities are designed to meet students’ social, intellectual, emotional and physical needs. Ageappropriate, hands-on activities. Coop Preschool has offered excellence in early education since 1951.

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Two-day program is Tues/Thurs. Three-day program is Tues/Wed/Thurs. One day class for 2-year-olds is Wed. Registration, $90. Monthly prices: One-day program, $100; Two-day program, $180; Three day, $230.

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Lexington Montessori School

319 S. Broadway Park Info: 254-7034 / www.lexkymontessori.org Description: LMS is a community of learners, a family with a commitment to Montessori education and community participation. Along with a Montessori curriculum, LMS offers Spanish, art and music classes taught by specialized teachers.

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194 North Limestone St. Info: 254-1361 / www.sayreschool.org Description: Nurturing, hands-on preschool environment where children ages 2 and up can grow and explore. Experienced early childhood teachers lead engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum in project based classrooms that value the role of play. Weekly exposure to art, music, library, P.E. and Spanish. Beautiful downtown campus, with after-school programs and financial aid available.

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Wee Care Daycare & Preschool 455 East Maxwell St. Info: 231-8687 / www. weecaredaycarelex.com Description: Licensed, family owned, STARS-rated childcare center that has been caring for children for more than 14 years. Qualified teachers make learning fun while following the Kentucky Early Childhood Standards to prepare children for the future. Portfolios track your child’s growth and progress. Motto: “We Care Like You Care” at Wee Care Daycare & Preschool.

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Ages: 8+ / Cognitive skills: Processing speed, memory, attention.

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s if Hollywood comedy writer Aaron Lee weren’t already sold on Sayre School as the right place for him to attend, his English class with David Youngblood clinched the deal.

Lee transferred to Sayre from Winburn Middle School and graduated in 1988. While in Youngblood’s English class, Lee read the existentialist classic “Waiting for Godot” by Samuel Beckett.

Like the rest of his classmates, he was asked to write a book report.

Unlike his classmates, Lee turned the project into a comedy piece, comparing Beckett’s play to the TV show “Gilligan’s Island.”

“Just like Godot never comes in the play, the rescue ship never comes to Gilligan’s Island,” Lee said during a recent visit to his Lexington alma mater.

The premise of his story was that Beckett moved to Hollywood to become a comedy writer for sitcoms like “Gilligan’s Island,” “The Andy Griffith Show” and “The Flintstones.” Of course, Beckett couldn’t get any of his scripts sold.

After all, who needs an existentialist writer in Mayberry?

The best thing about the book report, Lee said, was his grade.

“He gave me an A,” Lee said about Youngblood.

That’s one of the reasons Lee feels so indebted to Sayre.

“They allowed me to experiment and gave me the freedom to do the things I wanted to do. That’s a rare experience,” said Lee, who is a writer and coexecutive producer for the animated series “Family Guy.” Youngblood, who retired last year after a career that spanned four decades and countless students, remembers Lee well.

“He was one of those people you wanted to talk to outside of class because he always had something interesting to say,” Youngblood said.

“And he was always funny, very wry.

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“He had a gift for the absurd and you see that in ‘Family Guy.’” Is Youngblood a viewer?

“Absolutely,” he said. “It was one of my daughter’s favorite shows.”

Lee wrote regularly in Youngblood’s class, keeping a journal as a class project.

Youngblood encouraged Lee’s gift for humor.

Aaron Lee and David Youngblood talk over old “It’s great that times that they shared at Sayre School his humor is working out for announcements with his unique him in Hollywood,” Youngblood said. observations and witticisms.

Lee headed west to Hollywood shortly “The atmosphere at Sayre was totally after he graduated from Sayre, lasting supportive and inductive for me to take only a few months in college. those chances,” Lee said.

Lee started as a standup comic, Lee returned to Lexington in April, which is how he met his wife, Jennifer spending a full day at Sayre, visiting MacLean, a fellow comic. The couple, faculty and talking to students. now married, has two grade-school “I was shocked at how much Sayre has daughters, one of whom already has grown since I was here,” he said. written her own joke book.

“It was fascinating talking to the Jokes are Lee’s career lifeblood. In students.

I met with a film class and they 2004, he wrote for a Comedy Central asked me all the questions I had when I roast program and was asked back was a student at Sayre. for more writing for roasts of Donald “The things I was allowed to do here Trump, actor William Shatner and Seth led directly to what I’m doing now, MacFarlane, creator of “Family Guy.” so I would do pretty much anything Lee wrote for MacFarlane when he for Sayre.

That was a life changing hosted the Academy Award ceremony. experience for me.” Y After four seasons with “The Cleveland Show” ended in 2012, Lee joined MacFarlane at “Family Guy.” The best part of his job?

“Hearing so much funny stuff everyday in the writers room,” Lee said.

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Really? Play? Yes. And Dr. Graebe’s advice is backed by solid research showing that the decline of unstructured playtime in the past halfcentury has harmed American children.

According to Howard Chudacoff’s book, “Children at Play: An American History,” the time kids spend playing and exploring on their own has declined since the 1960s.

At the same time, researchers have seen a decrease in the average scores on tests of creative thinking.

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children who struggle with visualization. when they play is visual-spatial skills – the Children are shown concrete pictures way the brain coordinates what the eyes and asked to turn those pictures into see. words.

Children with poor visual-spatial skills Then they take words and turn them tend to be clumsy and have inferior handback into pictures in their minds. eye coordination.

“The strength of our program is one-onThese visual-spatial skills are essential one therapy,” Dr. Graebe said. when children learn to read.

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June Calendar ______________ WEDNESDAY 1 Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: “Max.” 10 a.m. Wednesday & Thursday. $1 per show. 3800 Mall Rd. Info: 971-0718.

Alzheimer’s Association: Effective Communication Strategies, learn to decode verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia.

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Jessamine County Extension Office, 95 Park Dr. Nicholasville. Info: (800) 272-3900.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. 10:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

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

Div. of Parks & Rec: Adult Summer Co-Ed Sand Volleyball. Matches played Wednesday evenings June-August. Kirklevington Park. Adult Summer Co-Ed Kickball League. 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays.

Woodland Park. 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. Junior City Championship golf tournament. Entry deadline June 1. First round Saturday, June 4 at Lakeside Golf Course. Final round Sunday, June 5 at Kearney Golf Links. Open to boys and girls ages 9-18. Must reside in Fayette County or be a member of a Fayette County golf club. Info: 253-1981 or 263-5315.

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Explorium: SMASH Club, “Gross Germs.” 10:3011:30 a.m. Ages 2-5 years. Free with general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

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. Minecraft Mania. 1 p.m. June 1-3. No experience required. For middle schoolers. Preregistration required. Create Your Own Computer Game. 5 p.m. June 1 &2. For middle schoolers. Preregistration required. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. 10:30 a.m.

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Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime, books and snacks. 3:30 p.m. 726 N. Limestone. Info: 252-3052.

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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.

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.

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Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Animal Movement.”

10:30-11 a.m. Ages 2-5. Free with general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

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LEGO KidsFest: A one-of-a-kind creative experience. For all ages and builders of all skill levels. $19 general admission Friday afternoon or Sunday afternoon, $22 general admission Saturday morning, Saturday afternoon or Sunday morning.

Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville. Info: www. legokidsfest.com

Swim-a-thon for Infant and Pregnancy Loss: Proceeds support Miles with Maeve. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

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a.m. Ages 2-4. Free with general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Diabetes SelfManagement Class Series. 5:30-7:30 p.m. weekly through June 23. Free. Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2310.

Carnegie Center: Teen Howl Poetry Series. Open mic for poets under 21. 6 p.m. Free. Morris Book Shop, 882 E. High St. Info: 254-4175.

Living Arts & Science Center: Discovery Night: Cookin’ Up a Comet. 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.

UK Good Samaritan Hospital: Nursing Your Infant.

6:30-9 p.m. $25 per couple. For women delivering at UK Good Sam. Registration required. 310 S. Limestone St. Info: 323-2750.

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.

Kentucky Horse Park: Spring Fling Carriage Drive. June 2-5. Registration required for drivers.

Private lessons and free clinics available. Info: www. nationaldrive.net.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Baby Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 0-18 months.

Eastside Branch: Toddler Time. 11 a.m. Ages 2-3. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime.

10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. 2 p.m. Ages 7 & under. Info: 231-5500.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Summer Nights in Suburbia.

Free concert series. 7-9 p.m. Moondance Amphitheater. Info: 425-2349. Free Friday Flicks.

Family fun activities and a movie. Preshow activities begin at 7 p.m. Movie begins at dark. Jacobson Park. Info: 288-2900.

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. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. A fun, energetic lap-sit 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.

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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.

Kentucky Railway Museum: A Day Out With Thomas. Ride with Thomas the Tank, meet Sir Topham Hatt and fun activities. Trains depart at 9:50 a.m., 10:40 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:20 p.m., 1:10 p.m., 2 p.m., 2:50 p.m., 3:40 p.m., and 4:30 p.m. $20. 136 S. Main St. New Haven. Info: (800) 272-0152.

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime, books and snacks. 10 a.m. 726 N. Limestone. Info: 252-3052.

Barnes & Noble: Summer Reading Triathlon Opening Ceremony. 11 a.m. Kids get journals for a free book and enjoy fun activities. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Shillito, Douglass and Picadome pools open for the season. Douglass and Picadome are open noon-6 p.m. Monday- Saturday, 1-6 p.m. Sunday; Shillito pool is open 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Monday-Saturday, 1-8 p.m. Sunday. $3 youth, $4 ages 16 & up. Stargazing, with telescopes provided by the Bluegrass Amateur Astronomy Club. 9 p.m.

Free. Program is weather dependent. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272-6105.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Friction Favorites.”

11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5. Imagination Station, “Master Skills.” 12:30-2 p.m. Grades K-5. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Marble Painting.” 1-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday. Free with general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, Old MacDonald Had a Farm. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

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.

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/.

Headley-Whitney Museum of Art: Groovy Threads Tie-Dye. 1-3 p.m. $10 online registration, $15 at the door. Bring T-shirts, socks or pillowcases to dye.

4435 Old Frankfort Pike. Info: 255-6653.

Baby Moon: Transitions: Bringing Home a Baby Class. 3-5 p.m. $38. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.baby-moon.org.

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June Calendar bike to downtown locations, followed by an after party. 5 p.m. check in and refreshments, race begins at 6 p.m. $10 per person. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222 or www.lasclex.org.

Countdown to Kindergarten: Lexington Legends Game. Participating children can run the bases and enjoy fun activities in the Kids Area. Free admission for children wearing Countdown to Kindergarten T-shirt. All others $7. Info: www.uwbg.org/ countdown-kindergarten.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. Central Branch: How-To Festival. 45 sessions on a wide variety of topics from dancing and gardening to coding and crafting. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Visit www. lexpublib.org/how for complete schedule. Super Saturday Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

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Kentucky Railway Museum: A Day Out With Thomas. Ride with Thomas the Tank, meet Sir Topham Hatt and fun activities. Trains depart at 9:50 a.m., 10:40 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:20 p.m., 1:10 p.m., 2 p.m., 2:50 p.m., 3:40 p.m., and 4:30 p.m. $20. 136 S. Main St. New Haven. Info: (800) 272-0152.

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

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. 11:30 a.m.

161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: State Symbols Hike.

1 & 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955.

Baby Moon: Natural Childbirth class series. 4:306:30 p.m. weekly through July 10. $178. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.baby-moon. org.

Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Friends Book Cellar 20% Off Sale. 1-5 p.m. Info: 231-5500.

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FCPS: School registration. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: www. fcps.net/enrollment or 381-4130.

Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 5 & under. Walk Around KY, group walks around Jessamine County.

Log miles to win prizes. Noon-1 p.m. Teen Guitar

Hero Tournament. 1-3 p.m. Grades 6-12. Please register. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523 Div. of Parks & Rec: Water Fitness- Bell House Senior Adult Program. 12:15-1:15 p.m. weekly through July 29. Picadome Pool. “I Do” Initiative.

Monday-Friday, June 6-July 22 from noon-8 p.m. at William Wells Brown Community Center.The “I Do” Initiative identifies opportunities, develops relationships, and organizes partnerships with groups wanting to target middle school and high school youth. Info: 288-2900. Southland Jamboree, free weekly Bluegrass concert series. 7-9 p.m.

Moondance Amphitheatre. Info: 425-2349.

Kentucky Horse Park: Run/Walk Club. 5-8 p.m. weekly through September 26. Food vendors, horse meet and greets and a walk or run around the park. Strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome.

Bluegrass Cycling Club begins a ride at 6 p.m. Free.

Info: 259-4267.

Alzheimer’s Association: Legal and Financial Planning workshop. 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Registration required. Eastside Branch Public Library, 3000 Blake James Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900. Know the Ten Signs. An interactive workshop. 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Free. Registration required. Madison County Public Library, 507 W. Main St. Richmond. Info: (800) 272-3900.

“Paddington.” 10 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday. $1 per show. 3800 Mall Rd. Info: 971-0718.

Malco Winchester Cinema Kids Summer Film Fest: “The Croods.” 10 a.m. Tuesday & Wednesday. $2. 40 Winchester Plaza, Winchester. Info: (859) 745-4900.

Kentucky Horse Park: Pyramid Society Egyptian Arabian Event, the largest showcase of the Egyptian Arabian Horse.World-class halter and performance competition, shopping, expert-led seminars, live and silent fund raiser auctions, and fun activities for all ages. June 7-11. Included with park admission. $20 adults, $9 children ages 6-12, free for children 5 & under with paying adult. $5 parking. Info: www. pyramidsociety.org/eqyptian-event.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Fizzing Fun.” 10:3011:15 a.m. Ages 9 months to 2 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.

Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Family Program: Madcap Puppets “Aesop’s Fables.”

10:30-11:30 a.m. and 7-8 p.m. For all ages. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. 11 a.m.

1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

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., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

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. Free.

Ages 18 & up. William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St. Info: 389-6678.

Youth Bridge Camp: Summer Bridge Camp, hosted by The Bridge Club of Lexington. June 6-16.

Camp is Monday-Thursday, 7-9 p.m. Ages 8-19.

Free. 3517 Lansdowne Dr. Info: 221-1675.

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: Central Branch: Babies Get Down(town). 10-10:30 a.m. Ages 1-2. Animal Alert with Bob Tarter. 10 a.m. Ages 5-12. Eastside Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump! Music and playtime.

10:30 a.m. Ages 18-30 months. Animal Alert with Bob Tarter. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Tates Creek Branch: Animal Alert with Bob Tarter. 6:30 p.m. Ages 5-12.

Village Branch: Cooking for the Fun of It. 2 p.m. For teens. Info: 231-5500.

Lupus Support Group: For people with lupus, family members, caregivers and loved ones. 7-8:30 p.m. Imani Baptist Church, 1555 Georgetown Rd. Info: (270) 779-9203.

_______________ TUESDAY 7 FCPS: School registration. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: www. fcps.net/enrollment or 381-4130.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Big Band & Jazz concerts.

7-8:30 p.m. Free. Moondance Amphitheater. Info: 288-2927.

Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: New sessions of swim lessons begin. Parent/Child, June 8-July 13, 6 p.m.; Adult, June 8-July 13, 6:30 p.m.; Child ages 3-7, June 7-July 23, 6 p.m.; Child ages 8 & up, June 7-July 23, 6:30 p.m. $30 members, $50 non-members. Tai Chi. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays through July 5. $100 members, $123 non-members.

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Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers Toddler Time. 11 a.m. Ages 2 & under. Animal Alert with Bob Tarter. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Central Branch: Introduction to Goodreads.

6:30 p.m. Must have valid email address. For teens.

Registration required. 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: Animal Alert with Bob Tarter. 10 a.m. 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. Animal Alert with Bob Tarter. 4 p.m. Ages 5-12.Info: 2315500.

_____________ WEDNESDAY 8 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See June 1.

Explorium: SMASH Club, “Gummy Bear Science.”

See June 1.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Regions of Kentucky Scavenger Hunt. See June 1.

Alzheimer’s Association: Alzheimer’s Overview and Behaviors. For family and professional caregiver. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free. Lunch provided. Registration required. Lake Cumberland Cancer Treatment Center, 112 Trade Park Dr. Somerset. Info: (800) 272-3900.

Jessamine County Public Library: Silver Screen: Seven Year Itch. 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free popcorn and drinks provided. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

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 June 1.

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.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Basics class. 6-7:30 p.m. Free class for expecting parents. Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2348.

Kentucky Horse Park: Country Heir I Hunter Jumper Horse Show. June 8-12. Info: (513) 875-

3318 or www.countryheir.com.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side by Side Storytime. See June 1. Central Branch: The Young and the Restless storytime.

See June 1. Minecraft Mania. 1 p.m. June 8-10.

No experience required. For middle schoolers.

Preregistration required. Create Your Own Computer Game. 5 p.m. June 8 & 9. For middle schoolers.

Preregistration required. Eastside Branch: Wednesday Quilting Friends. See June 1. Preschool Storytime. See June 1. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See June 1. Info: 231-5500.

______________ THURSDAY 9 Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 400 W. Maxwell Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Marble Painting.” See June 2.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See June 2.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Kentucky Craft. See June 2.

Jessamine County Public Library: Teen Soda Creation. Learn the science of soda making. 1-3 p.m. Grades 6-12. Please register. What’s Brewing: The Rooster Crow. Coffee, music and giveaways.

7-8:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Bluegrass Farmers Market: 3-6 p.m.

Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www. bluegrassfarmersmarket.org.

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 Horse Park: Festival of the Bluegrass, the oldest Bluegrass festival in the region. Music performances, kids camps and activities. Kentucky Horse Park Campground. See website for pricing and more info. Info: www.festivalofthebluegrass. com.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Baby Storytime. See June 2. Central Branch: Jazz!

Live at the Library. 7-8 p.m. For all ages. Eastside Branch: Toddler Time. See June 2. Rube Goldberg Machines with Newton’s Attic. 6 p.m. For families.

Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See June 2. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See June 2. Info: 231-5500.

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Alzheimer’s Association: Family Caregiver Workshop. Not open to professionals. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $10, includes lunch. Registration required. Bluegrass Area Development District, 699 Perimeter Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900.

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.

History Hike- Camp Nelson. 1-3 p.m. Registration required. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523 Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Happy Hula Hoopers.”

See June 3. 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 “Love is All Around Kentucky.” 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955.

Barnes & Noble: B-Fest Teen Book Festival: B-In The Know. 7 p.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 5438518.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Summer Nights in Suburbia.

Free concert series. See June 3. Free Friday Flicks.

See June 3.“I Do” Initiative. 7-11 p.m. Dunbar Community Center. The “I Do” Initiative identifies opportunities, develops relationships, and organizes partnerships with groups wanting to target middle school and high school youth. Info: 288-2900.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See June 3. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See June 3. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless Storytime.

See June 3. Village Branch: Chess Club. See June 3. Info: 231-5500.

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Bluegrass Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Liquor Barn, Hamburg Pavilion and Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www.bluegrassfarmersmarket.org.

UK Good Samaritan Hospital: Nursing Your Infant.

9 a.m.-noon. $25 per couple. For women delivering at UK Good Sam. Registration required. 310 S. Limestone St. Info: 323-2750.

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Countdown to Kindergarten: Lexington Children’s Theatre and Lexington Philharmonic present creative fun. 10 a.m.-noon. Free admission for children wearing Countdown to Kindergarten T-shirt and one adult. Registration required. 418 W. Short St. Free swim at any Lexington public pool.

Free admission for children wearing Countdown to Kindergarten T-shirt only. Info: www.uwbg.org/ countdown-kindergarten.

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime.

See June 4.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Sibling Class. 10 a.m.-noon. Recommended for ages 3-6. $15 per child. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Great Treasure Heist.” See June 4. Imagination Station, “Blast Off.” See June 4. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Marker Tie Dye.” See June 4. Tween Night. Games, prizes, food and play. 6:30-9 p.m. $15 per child. Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Barnes & Noble: Oh, the Places You’ll Go Storytime. 11 a.m. B-Fest Teen Book Festival: B-In The Know. 7 p.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, Flock Together. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow It Saturdays.

See June 4.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Castlewood Block Party.

Noon-4 p.m. Youth Kickball Summer Season. 2 p.m.

Saturdays. Kirklevington Park. Info: 288-2915.

Baby Dreams Maternity Concierge: New & Expecting Parents Brunch, food, giveaways and guest speakers. Noon. $25. Bell House, 575 Sayre Ave. Info: baby.dreamsmc@gmail.com.

Headley-Whitney Museum of Art: Photo Days for Kids. Explore the museum grounds to create a story through photographs. 1-3 p.m. $10 per child, must bring own camera. 4435 Old Frankfort Pike. Info: 255-6653.

Jessamine County Public Library: Walk Around KY, group walk at the Tom Dorman Nature Preserve. 4-5 p.m.. Log miles to win prizes.

Jessamine Movie Spectacular. 7:30-11 p.m. 600 S.

Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See June 4. Central Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See June 4. Northside Branch: Camp Digital NS: Audio Maker. 10 a.m. For teens. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. See June 4. Women’s Safety & Self Defense Class. 3-4:30 p.m. For adults and teens. Registration required.Info: 231-5500.

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Kentucky Railway Museum: A Day Out With Thomas. Ride with Thomas the Tank, meet Sir Topham Hatt and fun activities. Trains depart at 9:50 a.m., 10:40 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:20 p.m., 1:10 p.m., 2 p.m., 2:50 p.m., 3:40 p.m., and 4:30 p.m. $20. 136 S. Main St. New Haven. Info: (800) 272-0152.

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

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See June 5.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Regions of Kentucky Hike. See June 5.

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.

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.

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. Info: 231-5500.

______________ MONDAY 13 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. See June 6. Teen Craft- Tie Dye. 1-3 p.m. Grades 6-12. Please register. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523 Carnegie Center: Upper Elementary Math 4 p.m.

Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. Middle School Reading & Book Club. 5:15-6:15 p.m.

Grades 6-8. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Southland Jamboree, free weekly Bluegrass concert series. See June 6.“I Do” Initiative. Monday-Friday, June 13-Aug. 5 from 5-9 p.m. at Gainesway Community Center.The “I Do” Initiative identifies opportunities, develops relationships, and organizes partnerships with groups wanting to target middle school and high school youth. Info: 288-2900. Youth Tennis Clinics.

Session 1: June 13-July 8. See clinic locations and age groups at www.lexingtonky.gov/parks. Info: 288-2914. Youth Tennis Advanced/Intermediate Team. Tryouts required. 9-10:30 a.m. Shillito Tennis Complex. Info: 288-2921.

Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: British Soccer Camp, in partnership with Challenger Sports. June 13-17. Ages 3-18. Register online. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Da Vinci’s Workshop. 10 a.m. Ages 5012. Registration required. Central Branch: Babies Get Down(town).

See June 6. Eastside Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump! See June 6. Northside Branch: Da Vinci’s Workshop. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required.

Village Branch: Cooking for the Fun of It. See June 6. Discovery Lab. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Info: 231-5500.

______________ TUESDAY 14 Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Fayette County Diabetes Coalition. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Open to anyone interested in enhancing diabetes awareness and education in the community. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2310. Health Chats About Diabetes. 6:15-7:30 p.m. Free. UK Polk Dalton Clinic, 217 Elm Tree Lane. Info: 288-2446.

Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: “Alvin and the Chipmunks: Road Chip.” 10 a.m. TuesdayThursday. $1 per show. 3800 Mall Rd. Info: 9710718.

Malco Winchester Cinema Kids Summer Film Fest: “The Peanuts Movie.” 10 a.m. Tuesday & Wednesday. $2. 40 Winchester Plaza, Winchester.

Info: (859) 745-4900.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Painting with Pompoms.” See June 7.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See June 7.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Big Band & Jazz concerts.

See June 7. Junior Golf Camp. June 14-17, 9 a.m.-noon. Ages 8-17. Free. Space is limited.

Meadowbrook Golf Course. Info: 288-2968. History

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Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Family Program: Repurcussion, a drumming, comedy and crowd interaction performance.

10:30-11:30 a.m. and 7-8 p.m. For all ages. Please register. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Barnes & Noble: Children’s 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.

Carnegie Center: Upper Elementary Reading. 3:30 p.m. Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Free Tennis Play Day, participants learn how to play tennis followed by a round-robin event. 6:30 p.m. Ages 6-18.

Registration required, (859) 987-1395. CMWA Tennis Courts, 125 Wheat Dr. Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org.

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.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers Toddler Time. See June 7.

Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See June 7.Teen Book Club 5:30 p.m. Ages 13-18. Registration required. Northside Branch: Discovery Lab. 2 p.m.

Ages 5-12. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me! See June 7. Village Branch: Create Your Own (Maga) ZINE. See June 7. Da Vinci’s Workshop. 2 p.m.

Ages 5-12. Registration required.Info: 231-5500.

_____________ WEDNESDAY 15 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See June 1.

Explorium: SMASH Club, “Lego Symmetry.” See June 1.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Iroquois Plate Game. See June 1.

Jessamine County Public Library: Teen Anime Club. 1-3 p.m. Grades 6-12. Please register. Books & Bites on the Patio, chat about great books on the reading patio. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Basket Weaving Workshop. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Please register. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime.

See June 1.

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. Lower Elementary Writing group. 5 p.m. Grades K-2. Free. Registration required. Outstanding Writers League. 4:30 p.m.

Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Lexington Farmers Market: 3-6 p.m. UK E.S. Good Barn. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com.

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.

PlayThink Music, Arts & Flow Arts Festival: Family friendly festival of art, sustainability, music, and performance. June 15-19. One- and four-day passes available. Homegrown Hideaways, Berea.

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June Calendar Side by Side Storytime. See June 1. Discovery Lab. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Central Branch: The Young and the Restless storytime. See June 1. Eastside Branch: Wednesday Quilting Friends. See June 1. Preschool Storytime. See June 1. Da Vinci’s Workshop. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required.

Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See June 1. Minecraft Mania. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 15-17.

No experience required. For middle schoolers.

Preregistration required. Create Your Own Computer Game. 5 p.m. June 15 & 16. For middle schoolers.

Preregistration required. Info: 231-5500.

_____________ THURSDAY 16 Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 400 W. Maxwell Street. Info: www.lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

Bluegrass Mental Health and Aging Coalition: 9th Annual Empowering Mindfulness Conference. For professionals, older adults, caregivers and anyone who provides services to the elderly. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. Clark County Extension Office, 1400 Fortune Dr. Winchester. Reservations required. Info: (859) 744-3235.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Picture This.” See June 2.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. and Baby & Me. See June 2. Dumbledore’s Army featuring The Keepers: Box and the Dragonfly. 6:30 p.m.

Ages 8-12. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Native American Craft- Make a Rattle. See June 2.

Carnegie Center: Lower Elementary Reading.

4-5 p.m. Grades K-2. Free. Registration required.

Lower Elementary Math. 5-6 p.m. Grades K-2. Free.

Registration required. Spanish for Kids. 5:30 p.m.

Grades 1-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Jessamine County Public Library: Lunch & LearnPlanning Your Staycation. Noon-1 p.m. Please Register. Kentuckians Chorus, a lively show for the whole family. 6-7 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville.

Info: (859) 885-3523.

Bluegrass Farmers Market: 3-6 p.m.

Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www. bluegrassfarmersmarket.org.

Hospice of the Bluegrass: Remembering Our Dads: Sharing Our Stories. Participants are invited to bring a favorite memory item or photo and share in a casual, supportive setting. 6-7:30 p.m. Free.

2409 Greatstone Point. Info: 277-2700.

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.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Basics class. 7-8:30 p.m. Free class for expecting parents. Registration required. Babies r Us, Hamburg Pavilion. Info: 263-8598.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Baby Storytime. See June 2. Central Branch: Da Vinci’s Workshop. 10 a.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Eastside Branch: Toddler Time. See June 2. Discovery Lab. 5 p.m. Ages 5-12. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See June 2.

Discovery Lab. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See June 2. Info: 231-5500.

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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.

Countdown to Kindergarten: YMCA Bar Y Camp.

10 a.m.-noon. . Free admission for children wearing Countdown to Kindergarten T-shirt and one adult. $2 each additional guest. Registration required.

5757 Versailles Rd. Info: www.uwbg.org/countdownkindergarten.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Junior Naturalist: Water Creatures of the Spring. 10 a.m. Grades K-5. Free.

Please register. McConnell Springs. Info: 225-4073.

Sun Bowl Basketball. 9 a.m. games for teams ages 9-13. Douglass Park. Info: 288-2955.

Kentucky Reptile Expo: See fascinating creatures, talk to experts and buy at wholesale prices.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. $5, children under 10 admitted free. Lexington Convention Center. Info: www. kentuckyreptileexpo.com.

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.

Circus Skills Workshop, by the Cincinnati Circus Company. 1-3 p.m. For all ages. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime.

See June 4.

Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Color Hunt.” See June 3.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Paper Making Workshop.” See June 4. Imagination Station, “Static Magic.” See June 4. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Happy Father’s Day.” See June 4. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time “Who Came Down that Road?” See June 10.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Summer Nights in Suburbia.

Free concert series. See June 3. Free Friday Flicks. See June 3. “I Do” Initiative. See June 10.

Creatures of the Night program. 8:30 p.m. Free.

Please register. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272-6105.

Kentucky Horse Park: Lexington Rodeo, see bareback riding, saddlebronc riding, steer wrestling, team roping, mutton bustin’ and more. June 17 & 18.

7-11 p.m. Info: www.lexingtonrodeo.com.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See June 3. Teen Night.

5:45-8 p.m. For teens. Reservations required.

Central Branch: Discovery Lab. 2-4 p.m. Ages 5-12. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See June 3.

Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless Storytime. See June 3. Village Branch: Chess Club. See June 3. Info: 231-5500.

_____________ SATURDAY 18 Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. 241 W.

Carnegie Center: Toddler & Early Learner Combined group. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 2-5 and parent or caregiver. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Barnes & Noble: Father’s Day Storytime. 11 a.m.

1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, A Calico Critters Story Time featuring Belle Hopscotch. 11 a.m. All ages. Kid’s Open Mic with John Crissman. A comedy event. 2 p.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow It Saturdays.

See June 4.

Lexington Opera House: A Million To One presented by The Kentuckians Chorus. 7:30 p.m. $16. 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-4567.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See June 4. Central Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See June 4. Eastside Branch: Financial Aid Q&A Workshop. Noon-4 p.m.

For teens and parents. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. See June 4. Da Vinci’s Workshop. 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.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See June 5.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Three Sister’s Tour. See June 5.

Bluegrass Railroad Museum: Father’s Day Train Ride. 2 p.m. $14 adults, $12 children. Ages 2-12. 175 Beasley Rd. Versailles. Info: (859) 873-2476.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Dirt Bowl Basketball. 5 p.m. games for teams ages 17 & up. Douglass Park. Info: 288-2955.

Senior City Championship entry deadline. $70. For men ages 50 & up. Championship will take place June 24-26 at Kearney Hill Golf Links, Lakeside Golf Course and Tates Creek Golf Course.

_________________ MONDAY 20 Carnegie Center: Jabberwocky & Other Wacky Words: Creating Your Own Language. June 20-24, 1-2 p.m.

Grades 3-5. $5. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Storytime.

See June 6. Teen Movie Matinee. “The Fault in Our Stars.”

1-3:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Film Creators Club. Explore new aspects of the film making process. 5-7 p.m. For teens and adults. Please register. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523 The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Basics, a condensed version of the Breastfeeding Class. 2-3 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.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Southland Jamboree, free weekly Bluegrass concert series. See June 6.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Disaster Zone, explore disasters with hands-on activities. 10 a.m.

Ages 5-12. Registration required. Central Branch: Babies Get Down(town). See June 6. Eastside Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump! See June 6. Northside Branch: Disaster Zone, hands-on activities. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Village Branch: Cooking for the Fun of It. See June 6. Discovery Lab. See June 13. Info: 231-5500.

_________________ TUESDAY 21 Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: “The Peanuts Movie.” 10 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday. $1 per show. 3800 Mall Rd. Info: 971-0718.

Malco Winchester Cinema Kids Summer Film Fest: “Alvin and the Chipmunks: Road Chip.” 10 a.m. Tuesday & Wednesday. $2. 40 Winchester Plaza, Winchester. Info: (859) 745-4900.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Rainbow Ball.” See June 7.

Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Family Program: Storybox for Kids, presented by Chicago Improv

Productions. 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 7-8 p.m. For all ages.

Teen Storybox Theater Workshop, with Chicago Improv Productions. 1-3 p.m. Free. Grades 6-12. Please register.

600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Walk Around KY. The Riney B. Trails at St. Joseph Jessamine. 7-8 p.m. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See June 7.

Barnes & Noble: Children’s 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: 2882446.

Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays at Waveland. See June 14.

Carnegie Center: Family Fun and Learning Night, Celebrate Summer. 5:30-7:30 p.m. For families with children ages 3-12. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Big Band & Jazz concerts. See June 7.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers Toddler Time. See June 7. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See June 7. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me! See June 7. Village Branch: Create Your Own (Maga)ZINE. See June 7. Disaster Zone, hands-on activities. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required.Info: 231-5500.

________________ WEDNESDAY 22 Explorium: SMASH Club, “Create Your Own Paintbrushes.” See June 1.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See June 1.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Pioneer Game- Jack Straws. See June 1.

Jessamine County Public Library: Teen Coding Club.

1-2 p.m. Grades 6-12. Please register. Intro to Genealogy.

2-3 p.n. Please register. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Countdown to Kindergarten: Central Branch Public Library “Hit a Home Run at the Library.” Activities with a sporty twist. 2-3 p.m. Info: www.uwbg.org/countdownkindergarten.

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 June 1.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Senior Adult Day Trip. Derby Dinner Playhouse, “Arsenic & Old Lace.” $60. Info: 233-0986.

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.

Alzheimer’s Association: “Still Alice” Movie Night. 7-9 p.m. Free. Registration required. 2808 Palumbo Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900.

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June Calendar Kentucky Horse Park: MidSouth Pony Club Horse Show. June 22-26. Info: (256) 653-0997 or www. midsouthponyclub.org.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side by Side Storytime. See June 1. Central Branch: The Young and the Restless storytime.

See June 1. Eastside Branch: Wednesday Quilting Friends. See June 1. Preschool Storytime. See June 1. Disaster Zone, hands-on activities. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See June 1. Info: 231-5500.

_____________ THURSDAY 23 Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Underwater Adventure.” See June 2.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. and Baby & Me. See June 2.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Pioneer CraftButton Whirlgig. See June 2.

Alzheimer’s Association: Effective Communication Strategies, learn to decode verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia.

10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Registration required.

Richmond Senior Citizens Center, 1215 W. Main St. Richmond. Info: (800) 272-3900.

Jessamine County Public Library: Book Making Workshop. Materials provided. 1-3 p.m. Registration required. Jonathan Hutcherson Concert, an acoustic set by the recent contestant on NBC’s “The Voice.”

7-8 p.m. For all ages. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville.

Info: (859) 885-3523.

See June 2. Info: 231-5500.

_______________ FRIDAY 24 Clark County Health Dept: Farmer’s Market Fridays. Sampling and children’s activities. 9 a.m.12:30 p.m. 400 Professional Ave. Winchester.

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.

History Hike- Shaker Village. 1-3 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523 Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Marvelous Music.”

See June 3. Parent’s Night Out. Children must be potty-trained. $15 for members, $18 non-members.

Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 2583253.

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.

Kentucky Horse Park: Bluegrass Classic, MidEast Kentucky Quarter Horse Association. June 23-26.

Info: 653-6773 or www.kyqha.com.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Baby Storytime. See June 2. Central Library: Disaster Zone, explore disasters with hands-on activities. 10-11 a.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Eastside Branch: Toddler Time. See June 2. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See June 2. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Cereal Box Art with Michael Albert.” See June 4. Imagination Station, “Sidewalk Chalk.” See June 4. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Paint Splat.” See June 4. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, Lego Play Day. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow It Saturdays.

See June 4.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time “B is for Bluegrass.” See June 10.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See June 4. Central Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See June 4. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. See June 4. Disaster Zone, hands-on activities. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12.

Registration required.Info: 231-5500.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Summer Nights in Suburbia.

Free concert series. See June 3. Free Friday Flicks.

See June 3.“I Do” Initiative. See June 10.

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Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See June 3. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See June 3. Teen Night. 5:45-8 p.m. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless Storytime. See June 3. Village Branch: Chess Club. See June 3. Info: 231-5500.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See June 5.

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

Bluegrass Farmers Market: 3-6 p.m.

Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www. bluegrassfarmersmarket.org.

Barnes & Noble: Extremely Cute Animals Operating Heavy Machinery Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Bluegrass Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Liquor Barn, Hamburg Pavilion and Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www.bluegrassfarmersmarket.org.

Countdown to Kindergarten: Living Arts & Science Center “Out of This World: A Space Adventure.”

10 a.m.-noon. Free admission for children wearing Countdown to Kindergarten T-shirt and one adult. $2 each additional person. Info: www.uwbg.org/ countdown-kindergarten.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Little Explorers: Wildlife. 10 a.m. Grades K-5. Free. Please register. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272-6105. Weekend Workout, volunteers needed for trail maintenance and park upkeep. 10 a.m. McConnell Springs. Info: 225-4073. Dive-In Movie, Shillito Pool. 8-11 p.m.

Info: www.lexingtonky.gov/parks.

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime.

See June 4.

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

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Heirloom Garden Tour. See June 5.

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.

______________ MONDAY 27 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.

Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Storytime. See June 6. Teen Lego Mindstorm.

12:30-4:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Carnegie Center: Super Hero Words. June 27-30,

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June Calendar 1-2 p.m. Grades 4-6. $5. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Alzheimer’s Association: Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body. 2-3 p.m. Free. Registration required. Clark County Library, 370 S. Burns Ave. Winchester. Info: (800) 272-3900.

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.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Southland Jamboree, free weekly Bluegrass concert series. See June 6.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Astronaut Academy. 10 a.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Central Branch: Babies Get Down(town).

See June 6. Eastside Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump! See June 6. Northside Branch: Astronaut Academy. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required.

Village Branch: Cooking for the Fun of It. See June 6. Discovery Lab. See June 13. Info: 231-5500.

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Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: “Pan.” 10 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday. $1 per show. 3800 Mall Rd. Info: 971-0718.

Malco Winchester Cinema Kids Summer Film Fest: “Home.” 10 a.m. Tuesday & Wednesday. $2. 40 Winchester Plaza, Winchester. Info: (859) 745-4900.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Hello Jell-O.” See June 7.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See June 7.

Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. 11 a.m.

1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Family Reading Program- Animal Tales “Nature’s Olympians.” 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 7-8 p.m. For all ages. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays at Waveland.

See June 14.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Big Band & Jazz concerts.

See June 7. Junior Dirt Bowl Basketball. 6 p.m. games for ages 13-17. Tuesdays & Thursdays.

Douglass Park. Info: 288-2955.

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: Breastfeeding Essentials I. 7:159:15 p.m. $30. Recommended for third trimester.

Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.baby-moon.org.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch:

Go to the Movies for $2 This Summer at Malco Theatres

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alco Theatres in Winchester is letting kids help kids this summer with the 2016 Kids Summer Film Fest. Family movies will be shown at a discounted price for eight weeks in June and July with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Kosair Children’s Hospital in Owensboro.

Tickets for the special showtimes are $2 per person. Movies begin at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. The schedule for the Kids Summer Film Fest is: June 7 & 8: “The Croods” // June 14 & 15: “The Peanuts Movie” June 21 & 22: “Alvin & The Chipmunks: Road Chip” June 28 & 29: “Home” // July 5 & 6: “Penguins of Madagascar” July 12 & 13: “Horton Hears a Who!” // July 19 & 20: “Turbo” July 26 & 27: “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb” Info: Malco Kids Summer Film Fest Schedule or www.malco.com Y Movers and Shakers Toddler Time. See June 7.

Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See June 7. Teen Craft Tuesday. 5:30 p.m. For teens. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me! See June 7. Village Branch: Create Your Own (Maga) ZINE. See June 7. Astronaut Academy. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

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First Steps Storytime. See June 1. Village Branch: Minecraft Mania. 1 p.m. June 29-July 1.

No experience required. For middle schoolers.

Preregistration required. Create Your Own Computer Game. 5 p.m. June 29 & 30. For middle schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

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Explorium: SMASH Club, “Kentucky History.” See June 1.

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

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See June 1.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Firework Art.” See June 2.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Fossil Hunt. See June 1.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See June 2.

Jessamine County Public Library: Teen Contemporary Botanical Art. 1-2 p.m. Grades 6-12.

Please register. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Mastodon Craft.

See June 2.

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 June 1.

Alzheimer’s Association: Know the Ten Signs. An interactive workshop. 6-7 p.m. Free. Registration required. Eastside Branch Public Library, 3000 Blake James Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900.

Kentucky Horse Park: Region XIV and Silverama Arabian Championship Horse Show. June 29-July 3. Info: (937) 962-4336 or www.aha14.com/ silverama.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side by Side Storytime. See June 1. Central Branch: The Young and the Restless storytime.

See June 1. Eastside Branch: Wednesday Quilting Friends. See June 1. Preschool Storytime. See June 1. Astronaut Academy. 2 p.m. Ages 5-12.

Registration required. Tates Creek Branch:

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.

Jessamine County Public Library: Walk Around KY. West Place Park. Noon-1 p.m. Intro to Ancestry Library Edition. 6:30-8 p.m. Must have basic computer skills. Registration required. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Bluegrass Farmers Market: 3-6 p.m.

Azur, Beaumont Centre. Info: www. bluegrassfarmersmarket.org.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Baby Storytime. See June 2. Central Branch: Astronaut Academy. 10 a.m. Ages 5-12.

Registration required. Eastside Branch: Toddler Time. See June 2. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See June 2. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See June 2. Info: 231-5500. Y June 2016

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Justin’s Double Duty: 2 State Titles

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Justin Kelley SCHOOL: Dunbar High SPORT: Basketball, soccer ACADEMICS: Justin has a 4.46 weighted GPA, has taken seven A.P. classes and scored 31 on his ACT, including perfect 36’s in math and science.

PARENTS: Robin & Brad

y playing two major team sports at Dunbar High, Justin Kelley became a one-of-a-kind athlete.

Justin, 18, was a three-year starter at center midfield on the soccer team that won the school’s fourth State title in 2013 when Justin was a sophomore.

He also was a three-year starter on the basketball team that made school history this year when the Bulldogs captured Dunbar’s first State basketball championship.

Talk about double duty. Justin is the only athlete in Dunbar history to play on two State championship teams.

On top of that, he’s also one of the school’s top students. He entered Dunbar in the prestigious math-science program and stayed two years.

But he was the only math-science student playing two sports – an overwhelming prospect for any teenager, even one as a gifted as Justin.

As a senior, he carries a 4.46 weighted GPA, has taken seven A.P. classes and scored 31 on the ACT, including perfect 36 scores in math and science.

He will study mechanical engineering at Alabama on a full academic scholarship.

He is a member of the National Honor Society and Beta Club, and was selected student of the month something like 10 times. “I don’t know why I keep winning,” he said with an infectious laugh.

Scholar Athlete Scholarship: $3,000 Two Scholar Athletes a year will be picked at random to share $3,000 in scholarships provided by Mike Pulliam, a Rector Hayden Realtor and instructor at Man O’ War Golf.

Other contributors are Howard Smith of Smith Garage Equipment, Barry and Mike Barrett of Auto Excel, local accountant Kenny Frank, Dairy Queen franchise owner Paul Wright and PBI Bank.

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Justin was an All-State soccer player as a senior after cracking the varsity lineup in 10th grade, the year the Bulldogs defeated Trinity in the State title game.

Dunbar won a thrilling match settled after two overtime periods on penalty kicks. The game was played at Dunbar before a huge crowd, which stormed the field in celebration.

“That was the craziest moment of my life,” Justin said. “It was a mosh pit on the field, and afterward we celebrated in the locker room with all the alumni who were there.”

That celebration paled in comparison to the euphoria that came with the school’s first Sweet 16 title. A threeyear starter and the team’s top defender, Justin and his teammates received the full hero’s welcome.

A jubilant crowd greeted the team bus when it arrived back at Dunbar, and the players were recognized by the state and city legislatures. They also were ferried in a limousine to Dunbar’s two feeder middle schools where the students lined up outside and highfived the players.

Which celebration was bigger – basketball or soccer?

“Oh, it was no comparison. Basketball was a huge deal,” Justin said.

Almost as big as the legend that Dunbar’s one-of-a-kind athlete will leave behind. Y

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