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ne year after launching Lexington Family Magazine in 1997, I entered the Sandwich Generation. Our son Jack was 6 when I learned from a neighbor of my mom’s in Pennsylvania that she had health problems. My mother, widowed for eight years, had become forgetful, often refused to eat and could no longer drive safely. I was stunned and immediately called her doctor. Bea was showing signs of dementia, he said, and might soon be incapable of living independently. Working long distance, I hastily arranged for a caregiver to visit my mother daily. Within days, the caregiver called to say that Mom was in bad shape. “Your mother can’t live by herself

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Because I was so unprepared, for the final 18 months of her life – Bea died in 1999 at age 72 – I spent too much time attending to the details of her care and not enough caring for her, talking with her and learning as much as I could about her. Too many times I’ve heard similar stories from others about how the stress of caring for an aging parent is burdened by this feeling of being unprepared. That’s the reason Lexington Family Magazine started the Elder Care Tour. The 13th annual event is Sunday, Nov. 10, 1:30-5 p.m. (For details, please see Pages 16-19.) This is your chance to be prepared. So start your research now. Some day – and that could be tomorrow – you will be glad you did. 

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anymore,” the caregiver said. “She needs to move into a home.” “When?” I asked. “Today.” Suddenly, we had to learn the ins and outs of long-term care, the difference between Medicare and Medicaid and the best treatments for dementia. By the end of a frantic day on the phone, we got lucky. The elder care facility where my mom volunteered agreed to accept her. When my family and I visited my mother in Pennsylvania, we went to her house to gather some of her belongings. I was shocked by the conditions. I hadn’t realized how far things had deteriorated. I felt sad that she had been living this way.

Short Stuff Day of the Dead festival & performance, Preschool Fair, Mom Approved Doctors feature. The Danger of Praise Better to encourage your child than to praise her. Dancing to Health Older adults move to the beat with the Flat Out Fun Dance Team. 13th Annual Elder Care Tour New this year: Enter for a chance to win a trip to Opryland Hotel. The Value of Outside Play Want your child to read better? Tell him to go out and play.

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Day of the Dead Bluegrass Youth Ballet, Living Arts Science Center Celebrate Mexican Tradition

oinciding with Halloween, Bluegrass Youth Ballet will feature the performance “Dia de los Muertos: A Mexican Celebration of Life and Death.” The performance follows Estelita and her family as they celebrate the Day of the Dead in a small village in Mexico. The performance includes a SpanishEnglish slideshow of the actual holiday in Mexico. Show times at the Lexington Opera House are: Friday, Nov. 1, 7 p.m.; and Saturday, Nov. 2, 3 p.m. School shows will be Thursday, Oct. 31, 10 a.m. & noon; and Friday, Nov. 1, 10 a.m. Ticket prices range from $14.50 to $17.50. Show info: 271-4472; ticket info: 2333535 or visit www.ticketmaster.com. Leading up to the seventh annual Day of the Dead celebration, the Living Arts & Science Center hosted two workshops that focused on traditional Mexican folk art to help participants create colorful skeleton puppets.

Those puppets will be shown in Lexington’s Halloween Parade and at the LASC’s Day of the Dead Festival on Friday, Nov. 1. The Day of the Dead Festival features traditional Mexican musicians and dancers and a candlelight parade from the LASC to the Old Episcopal Burying Ground at Third Street and Elm Tree Lane. In the cemetery following the parade, guests can enjoy music and dance performances by Mexican artists. At the Day of the Dead Festival, children and adults can work with artists to create traditional Day of the Dead crafts such as sugar skulls and papel picado. Latin American food will be available for purchase from a variety of authentic food vendors. Complimentary Day of the Dead bread and hot chocolate will be provided. The Day of the Dead festival will be Friday, Nov. 1 from 5-9 p.m. A $2 donation is requested per person. Info: 252-5222 or HLyons@lasclex. org. Y

MOMS Club Preschool Fair Is Nov. 16

OMS Club East of Lexington will host its fifth annual Lexington Preschool Fair on Saturday, Nov. 16, 10 a.m.-noon at Immanuel Baptist Church, 3100 Tates Creek Road. Admission is free. At the fair, local preschool directors will provide information about their programs and answer parents’ questions. All Lexington families are invited to this free event. Children’s activities will be available during the fair. The MOMS Club is a non-profit support group for at-home moms. “We are proud once again to offer Lexington parents this unique opportunity to learn about local preschool programs all in one place,” said Rachel Kendall, coordinator of the Lexington Preschool Fair. “This will save parents valuable time and effort.” MOMS Club is a non-profit support group for at-home moms with more than 2,100 U.S. chapters. The event is co-sponsored by Lexington Family Magazine. Info: lexingtonpreschoolfair@ gmail.com. Y

There Is Still Time to Nominate Your Mom-Approved Pediatrician Who do you turn to when you need advice on finding a doctor for your children? Your best friend? Your Mom? It’s always nice to hear from someone who has beenthere-done that. At Lexington Family we know that moms are the experts on all things child related. We’d like to hear from you about the health care professionals that you use and trust. Over the next few months we’ll be asking you to tell us 4 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

about the doctors that you use for yourself, your children and your whole family. This month we are asking for your recommendations for pediatricians. To nominate your favorite pediatrician, visit www.lexingtonfamily.com and tell us who has earned your trust and admiration. The deadline to nominate is Wednesday, Nov. 20. In January we will publish a guide to MomApproved Pediatricians. Over the next few months we will ask for your recommendations for other health care professionals such as Ob/Gyn’s, ENT/Allergists, dentists and orthodontists. Y

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Encouragement Is Better Than Praise

any parents feel that praising their child is good parenting – the sign of an involved, caring mom or dad. But praise can undermine a child’s well-being and interfere with her sense of self-worth and resilience. Instead, encouragement is better. Consider the differences. Praise is usually given for accomplishment or success. What happens when your child doesn’t get the best grade or his team loses? Children may actually learn that what they do is more important than who they are. Or that we parents are counting on them to make us happy and proud. Children may actually start to work for the “reward” of praise. When they lose or get a bad grade, they may feel disappointed in themselves because they don’t believe they measure up. How many adults are still trying to please others to get that affirmation, rather than looking inside themselves for happiness? The next time you are proud of your child’s work, keep these suggestions in mind. t Be specific. “The table got set much faster with your help. Thank you!” “You noticed I needed help with the groceries and you came right out.”

t Focus on the process rather than the outcome. “I noticed you used reds and yellows in your painting.” “You looked like you were having such fun!” “You really stuck together as a team!” “I saw you helping Sam with his pitches. He seemed to appreciate it!” t Focus on qualities of character rather than results. “You didn’t quit. You just kept trying. That’s really important!” “You were honest.” “I respect your sense of loyalty to your friends.” “That was a tremendous effort. I see how dedicated you are to this.” It seems like a little thing, but the words you choose can create confidence or fear, independence or dependence, or can help a child to look inside himself for motivation rather than outside. To learn more, check out workshops and classes, or call Growing Peaceful Families at 859-333-3053. Y

Lesley Iwinski is a Lexington mother of three children ages 17-22, a family physician and the founding director of Growing Peaceful Families. She offers classes, workshops and seminars based on the work of Kathryn Kvols, author of Redirecting Children's Behavior. Info for Lesley: (859) 333-3053 or www.GrowingPeacefulFamilies.com. E-mail questions for Lesley to john@lexingtonfamily.com or encourage1another@insightbb.com. 6 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

exington Children’s Theatre this month presents “The Paper Bag Princess,” a fresh twist to the classic fairy tale in a newly-adapted production by LCT’s Jeremy Kisling. There’s nothing more important to Princess Elizabeth than getting married, but when a fierce dragon burns up the wedding and steals her beloved Prince Ronald, she embarks on a riotous quest to save her soon-to-be spouse. The play is recommended for children ages 4 and up. Show times at LCT’s Main Stage Theatre are: Sunday, Nov. 10, 2 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 16, 2 & 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 17, 2 p.m. Tickets are $15, $13 for children. Later in the month, LCT will team up with the Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center to bring a special pay-what-youcan performance of “Anansi the Spider” to the stage. The audience will explore the Caribbean in this traditional African folktale. The performance at the Lyric Theatre at 300 E. Third St. is Saturday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. As a pay-what-you-can performance, there is not a set price for tickets. Info: 254-4546 or visit www. lctonstage.org. Y

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my new heartbeat Every day I see the ways my little girl is growing up. She gets taller, her vocabulary expands, and her personality shines through a little more. One thing, however, keeps her looking like the baby I brought home from the hospital – her pacifier. The stupid, God-forsaken, evil pacifier. I often feel like it will be going off to college with

Nov. @ LexingtonFamily.com Parenting Questions Each month we consult with experts – our readers! – about parenting and ask a question on our Facebook page. Here are some answers to this month’s question: “Do you expect your partner to give up all the pregnancy no-no’s, like alcohol and sushi, while you are pregnant?”

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so there is no suction.” That just seems mean. t “Deal with it. Just take the binky away and let her cry it out for however long it takes.” I try to avoid sobbing children at all costs, so let’s put this one at the end of the list. All I’ve learned is that there is no magic solution. I am still figuring out what will click with my toddler to get her to realize she doesn’t need her paci. Until then, I will deal with the agonizing silence that accompanies my daughter’s ruination of her teeth. Watch Baby Bump Editor Katie Saltz on ABC36 News@Noon on the first Thursday of each month. She shares her favorite products and resources for parents and babies, and always has giveaway prizes for viewers! Y

t “He volunteered to give up anything I had to – except for sleep.” – Stephanie Webster Abdelkader t “I didn’t expect him to. He doesn’t drink in front of me though or eat any of my favorite sweets.” – Jasmine Jones t “A partner should be supportive throughout a pregnancy. I didn’t expect anything, but he did anything he could to make things easier on me and my growing bump.” – Missy Triplett

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her. Because she won’t let it go. CeCe is 3 and I think it’s time to become a paci-free home. She sleeps in a big girl bed and has a full set of teeth, which I have been warned is at risk because of the pacifier. So in my quest to eliminate all binkies, I asked other parents for advice. These are the solutions I have been offered: t “Bribe her. Candy, new toys, all the gold in Fort Knox.” I’m not ashamed to say I’ve tried. It doesn’t work. t “Leave it for the “Binky Fairy.” Tell her if she leaves it under her pillow, a fairy will take it away and replace it with a treat.” Because we don’t have enough fictional gift-givers to keep up with as parents. t “Give the pacifier away. If you have access to a new baby, let your kid pass along her pacifier so

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Flat Out Fun Dance Team

Older Adults Shimmy Their Way to Health

obin Norris, the high-energy dance instructor at the Beaumont YMCA, shouts out instructions and encouragement to a room full of her 28 students – all women, none younger than 55 – who are screaming, shouting, laughing and clapping (when they’re not twirling, spinning and high kicking like a bunch of elder Rockettes) – and it’s only 10 o’clock in the morning. “Use those arms! C’mon, attitude!” Norris cheerfully implores the class. As songs (old-time standards to hiphop remixes) bellow from a boombox, the women watch Norris’ every move, some classmates smiling, others intensely focusing on Norris’ footwork. “C-mon, get that heart rate up. Jog your memory,” Norris shouts. For 50 minutes, the women hoot and holler until the end-of-class stretching and socializing begins. This group epitomizes the benefits of dancing for older adults – class members get a physical workout, stimulate their brains as they learn new dance steps and socialize with others. And along with those benefits come another – performances!

The class has spawned and dance. the Flat Out Fun Dance “Our mission is to reach out to others Team, a 25-member of any age and let them know they troupe of women (and one can move. Even if you’re sitting in a man) up to 85 years old. wheelchair, you can move,” said Betty The team performs Walker, Norris’ 85-year-old mother. twice a month at area retirement “It’s really fun to do the exercises, and communities, luncheons, volunteer the class is like multi-tasking because recognitions and other gatherings. you have to remember dance steps and Norris, 55, doubles as the dance team learn new ones.” leader. A lifelong dancer who These women know the value also teaches exercise classes of exercise, but it’s the dancing at the Y, Norris also is the that gets them to the YMCA. Successful conditioning coach for the “I’m not one to get on the award-winning Dunbar High floor and do exercises but if you Aging cheerleading team. put music on, I’ll get moving,” “We want the women to said Lippert, a retired medical challenge themselves and do technologist. something different and that’s what has Nina O’Leary, the former longtime happened,” Norris said. chief administrator for LYSA, agreed, saying, “I hate exercise. But I knew that wo years ago, the team danced dance would be fun, and now I love it. before 10,000 people at the And I’ve met the greatest friends in the Yum Center in Louisville at an world.” event to celebrate Humana’s 50th The women socialize outside of the anniversary. The governor, mayor of class – the dance team has pot-luck Louisville and other elected officials dinners a couple of times a year – and also attended the event. the exercise bug has become contagious. The crowd stomped its feet, yelled its Some class members have taken other approval and gave the team a standing movement classes together at the Y, ovation. and a small group trained and ran in “That was awesome,” said Marilyn their first 5K this summer. Lippert, a 68-year-old team member. Nothing could make Norris happier. Her teammates echoed that “We have made a family,” she said. sentiment, saying the main point of the “This is everything I hoped it would team is to encourage others to get up be.” Y

SilverSneakers is an exercise program offered through participating health plans that helps older adults improve health through physical activity and social events. The YMCA of Central Kentucky offers a variety of programs and classes designed specifically for active older adults. These programs include group exercise appropriate for all fitness levels, as well as SilverSneakers programs. SilverSneakers Classic is a dance exercise class designed to increase muscular strength and range of movement. Other classes include: SilverSneakers Circuit – a standing circuit workout designed to increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance. SilverSneakers Splash – a movement class in the pool that helps improve agility, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance (no 10 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

YMCA SilverSneakers swimming ability is required). SilverSneakers Yoga – Flexibility, balance and range of movement are addressed in a series of seated and standing yoga poses. SilverSneakers Cardio – A safe aerobics class that is hearthealthy and gentle on joints. The workout includes low-impact movements, as well as upper-body strength, abdominal conditioning, and stretching and relaxation exercises. Let’s Ride – This indoor cycling class provides a workout for the legs and upper body. These SilverSneakers classes are offered Monday through Friday at area YMCA locations. Y

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Gracious Living: More Inviting Than Ever

t Richmond Place, Richmond everything old is new again. Place The elegant retirement Retirement community located on Rio Community Dosa Drive off Man O’ War Boulevard, which opened in 1984, has recently completed a $3 million renovation, making its independent living building more inviting than ever. Over the past two years, Richmond Place has expanded its facilities to provide the full continuum of care for patients within the community’s extensive grounds. This allows residents to “age in place” by offering a full range of housing options from independent living to skilled nursing care. After that project was The recent $3 million renovation has made Richmond Place even more elegant completed, Richmond Place room seats 120 and includes a private launched the renovation of the Resident Room Upgrades: room for family parties. independent living building, making As rooms become available, they will the retirement community even more Cafe: be renovated with granite countertops, elegant and user friendly. The new café features casual dining modern fixtures, and new appliances “We have residents who range in age and a comfortable visiting and flooring. from 59 to over 100,” said Jacqueline room with tables for four and Even the hallways at Kennedy, Senior Director of Sales and three big screen TVs, making it Richmond Place have been Marketing. a fun place for residents to take updated. Successful “With that diverse population, we visitors for a quick bite, maybe The new, brighter hallways need to offer opportunities for all A g i n g while catching a UK game. feature columns and light generations to enjoy.” fixtures around each resident’s All dining areas have views That’s what the newest renovation of doorway, making them seem of the patio, which is part of Richmond Place is all about. more like the entrance to a a six-acre park complete with Highlights of the changes to the home. walking trails, a putting green, heated three-story building that houses 200 All these upgrades are geared toward swimming pool, gardens and gazebo. residents include: making the lives of residents richer, Community Rooms: New Living Room: Just off more active and more social. the first floor lobby, Richmond Place “We see that our residents are more Also upgraded is the multi-purpose removed the front wall to the former active when they move here than they room that is used for movies, exercise library, transforming it into a bright, were in their own homes,” Kennedy said. groups, seminars, educational events open living room with improved “We hear it all the time: ‘I wish I’d and church services. The card room lighting, cozy sofas and an inviting come here sooner.’” features new tables and TV, and also fireplace. The best ambassadors for Richmond overlooks the six-acre park. Place are the residents themselves. Expanded Library Now on “We’re here to enhance our residents’ Kennedy described an encounter while the second floor, the library has been lives,” Kennedy said. hosting a prospective resident. expanded into a computer room, an “They are leaving their homes and Said Kennedy: “A current resident said amenity that better serves tech-savvy looking for a new lifestyle. We can with her eyes twinkling, ‘I have things residents. provide them with a gracious setting to do all the time. I’m active, I feel safe. I Dining Room: for that new life along with more casual feel fulfilled. settings.” The newly redecorated formal dining ‘Please come join me!’” Y 12 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

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or the first time ever, Lexington Family will offer an exciting giveaway contest to attendees of this month’s 13th annual Elder Care Tour.

The magazine is giving away three Gaylord Opryland Vacation Packages that include two night’s accommodation for two, two tickets to “ICE!,” and two tickets to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Plus, two tickets to Lorrie Morgan’s Enchanted Christmas Dinner & Show, two tickets to Christmas Holly Jolly Town Square and a VIP Coupon Book. To enter, merely visit one of the retirement communities participating in the Tour, which is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 10, 1:30-5 p.m. The communities that already have committed to the Tour in Lexington are Ashland Terrace, Bridgepointe, Cambridge Place, Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital, The Lafayette, Liberty Ridge, Mayfair Village, Morning Pointe, Richmond Place, plus Rose Mary C. Brooks Place in Winchester and Daisy Hill in Versailles. (For a Tour map, please see Page 18). Not only can you enter to win the exciting prize on the Tour, you can educate yourself about housing options for older adults in Central Kentucky. This area is a hub for retirement 1616| |www.lexingtonfamily.com www.lexingtonfamily.com

communities and features some of the best in the state. The Tour is designed for older adults, their adult children or other caregivers. All too often, older adults and Sandwich Generation folks find themselves forced by crisis to make immediate decisions about their own care, the care of a spouse or the care of an aging parent. Having to make these decisions under a deadline can cause stress for the whole family. What if you knew ahead of time what communities and services were available for yourself or your loved ones? What if you knew where you would like to retire or where you could go for rehabilitation services? The Tour can provide those answers. On Sunday, Nov. 10, from 1:30-5 p.m., participating retirement communities in Central Kentucky will host free open houses. The open houses are designed to educate Tour visitors about elder care housing options in a relaxed, unpressured atmosphere. Mark your calendar for this event, and bring a loved one with you. Info: www. LexingtonFamily.com or 223-1765. Y

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Hospice Helps Patients Focus on Living

ovember is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a time to reach out to the community to raise awareness about the compassionate care Hospice of the Bluegrass offers to patients and their loved ones. Hospice provides comfort, dignity and respect to those coping with a serious or life-limiting illness. One of the most important messages to understand is that hospice and palliative care help patients and families focus on living. The hospice team provides expert medical care to keep patients comfortable and able to enjoy time with loved ones. Team members answer questions, offer advice on

what to expect and help families with the duties of being a caregiver. The team also provides emotional and spiritual support for the entire family. Hospice care is available to people of all ages, with any illness. Hospice professionals and trained volunteers will ask you what’s important and listen to what you say. They make your wishes a priority. If you or a loved one is facing a serious or life-limiting illness, the time to find out more about hospice and palliative care is right now.

I wish we had called Hospice sooner. Mom wanted to come home. Hospice made that possible. The Hospice team took care of my mother and our whole family. They made it possible for us to spend quality time with Mom. Hospice is for the last phase of life, not just the last days.

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Free to All: 13th Annual Elder Care Tour

elcome to the 13th annual Elder Care Tour, an awardwinning, one-of-a-kind event in Central Kentucky sponsored by Lexington Family Magazine and Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital. Aging can present special

challenges to the whole family, especially when a loved one is no longer able to live alone. The Tour is designed to help families address these issues before a crisis hits. This is your chance to be prepared. On Sunday, Nov. 10, from

1:30-5 p.m., participating retirement communities in Central Kentucky will host free open houses. The open houses are designed to let older adults, their adult children and other caregivers educate themselves about elder care housing options

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Open Houses For Elder Care Tour 1. Ashland Terrace Retirement Home 475 S. Ashland Ave. / 266-2581 www.ashlandterrace.org In the Chevy Chase Neighborhood behind the Chevy Chase Shopping Center. Ashland Terrace is a small, independent living retirement community for older women. Meals, transportation, housekeeping, linens and activities/outings are provided in a loving environment. The home features a public cutting garden. Rents are privately subsidized and below market rate for the services provided.

2. Bridgepointe at Ashgrove Woods 5220 Grey Oak Lane Nicholasville / 885-3000 www.bridgepointeassistedcare.com Located at end of Brannon Crossing, just south of Lexington, in Jessamine County. Turn Left at fourway stop of East Brannon Road and Grey Oak Lane. Bridgepointe is a senior care community designed to help families grow closer as they grow older. Bridgepointe, which opens in January 2014, will offer a variety of services that meet diverse and changing needs, including Assisted Senior Care (24/7 nurses available); Secure Memory Care (individual studio apartments); and Best Friends Adult Day Center (dedicated for persons with dementia issues.)

3. Cambridge Place Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 2020 Cambridge Dr. / 252-6747 www.cambridgepl.com Located off Alexandria Drive. Offers special programs and services in a short-term and longterm setting. With 24-hour-a-day skilled nursing, residents receive comprehensive rehabilitation. Provides IV therapy, hospice care, daily restorative nursing and pain

management. On-site wound certified nurse available.

4. Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital Skilled Nursing/Rehab Services 2050 Versailles Rd. / 246-8801 www.cardinalhill.org Located at the corner of Mason Headley and Versailles Road. Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital has been changing lives and restoring hope to patients and families for more than 60 years. CARFaccredited, Cardinal Hill is one of the region’s largest providers of physical rehabilitation services, specializing in orthopedics, joint replacements, stroke, pulmonary disorders, amputations and neurological conditions.

5. The Lafayette Retirement Community & Lexington Country Place

assisted living apartments and a small memory care wing. Situated on 30+ acres, the rural setting includes a duck pond and green space, while within easy access of shopping, banking, restaurants and medical services. Note: The open house is Sunday, 2-4 p.m.

7. Mayfair Village

3310 Tates Creek Road 266-2129 www.mayfairseniors.com Mayfair Village is a warm and friendly boutique style community, offering superior services and amenities and nestled in the vibrant Lansdowne community. Composed of independent living and licensed personal care apartment homes, it offers a safe and secure, burden-free lifestyle. Residents enjoy top-notch dining services, a brimming social calendar of events, daily Successful transportation services A g i n g and housekeeping. Dedicated and caring staff successfully meets the changing needs of residents.

690 Mason Headley Rd. 278-9080 www.lafayettelexington. com From South Broadway, turn onto Mason Headley. The Lafayette is on the left. A Five Star Quality Care Community, The Lafayette and Lex. Country Place offer the entire continuum of care, from independent living to skilled nursing in an elegant, hotel-like setting.

6. Liberty Ridge Senior Living Community 701 Liberty Ridge Lane 543-9449 www.libertyridge.com Located off Liberty Road between New Circle Road and Man O’ War Boulevard. Liberty Ridge is a non-profit, faith-based community that accepts persons of all faiths. The campus includes independent garden homes,

8. Morning Pointe Morning Pointe of Lexington 233 Ruccio Way (near Meijer’s off Reynolds Road) / 554-0060 Morning Pointe of Lexington East 150 Shoreside Drive (near St. Joseph’s Hospital East off Richmond Road) / 721-0350 www.morningpointe.com Each location offers assistance with medication, transportation to appointments, delicious meals and trained staff who listen to learn the preferences of each resident to tailor care plans to meet individual needs. The Lantern Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence program also is available at each location. Staff nurture and maintain each resident’s individuality, dignity and quality of life through the “Meaningful Day” program.

9. Richmond Place 3051 Rio Dosa Dr. / 269-6308 www.brookdaleliving.com At Man O’ War Blvd. & Rio Dosa Drive. Offers a full continuum of care. The newly renovated Independent Living building features spacious apartment homes, a six-acre park, chef-prepared meals and numerous amenities including transportation, housekeeping and lifestyle activities. Personal Care apartment homes offer assistance with the activities of daily living. The Alzheimer’s specific community and state-of-the-art Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing communities are available. In-house Home Health and Rehabilitation Agency allows residents to rehabilitate in their apartment home.

10. Daisy Hill Senior Living 1001 Crossfield Drive Versailles / (859) 753-2000 www.daisyhill.com Daisy Hill offers full dining services, housekeeping, laundry services, 24-hour personal care, medication reminders, and a full range of social activities in 45 comfortable suites with kitchens.

11. Rose Mary C. Brooks Place 200 Rose Mary Drive Winchester / (859) 745-4904 www.brooksplace.org Rose Mary C. Brooks Place is a 501(c)(3) Assisted and Independent Living Retirement Community located in the Bluegrass. Situated on a 16-acre campus, conveniently located on the Bypass in Winchester with easy access to interstates 64 and 75. Brooks Place offers 44 assisted living apartments and 64 independent cottages all within minutes of shopping, pharmacies, banking, churches and the public library. It’s retirement living made easy. Y November 2013 | 19

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ow that students have received their first report card, many parents are pleased. But if your child is struggling in school, the following are warning signs that are related to language processing disorders, which always reveal their ugly head in reading comprehension, written expression and poor test taking. Remember that your Twice Exception Learner, who has been identified as gifted yet still has some academic challenges, may benefit from intervention. Preschool w Delayed speech w Mixing up sounds and syllables in long words w Chronic ear infections w Severe reactions to childhood illnesses w Confusion between left and right w Late establishing a dominant hand w Difficulty learning to tie shoes w Trouble memorizing the alphabet, his address or phone number w Difficulty with rhyming

w Slow, labored handwriting that is hard to read w Letter or number reversals persisting past first grade w Extreme difficulty learning cursive w Slow, choppy, inaccurate reading (ignores suffixes, guesses words, skips prepositions) w Unable to sound out new words w Poor spelling w Can’t remember sight words w Trouble with math (memorizing multiplication tables or sequence of steps) w Difficulty telling time on a clock with hands w When speaking, difficulty finding the correct word (lots of “thingies”) w Extremely messy bedroom, backpack and desk w Dreads going to school w Letter confusion (b, d) (p, q) w Homework takes forever High School w Above symptoms w Extremely poor written expression w Unable to master a foreign language w Hates to read. Y

Kimberly Hudson, MA, CCC-SLP, is the founder of The Curious Edge Foundation, Inc., a not-for profit that provides educational enrichment opportunities to students of all learning abilities. Kimberly provides professional development to teachers and administrators in reading disorders, writing disorders, academic coaching, dyslexia, OrtonGillingham intervention, identification of learning styles and multi-sensory instruction. She is also the founder of The Reading Room where she evaluates students with a variety of reading disorders and other learning difficulties.

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fter school, it was always the same routine. George, now 14, came home from The Lexington School and set his books on the dining room table. His mom, Evelyn Shashy, would then oversee the homework process for the night. While he is a successful student – George makes A’s and B’s – he works “exceptionally hard,” Evelyn said. “He knows the right answer, but getting it from his brain to the tip of his pencil is difficult.” Though he has a high spatial IQ, George struggles with reading comprehension and has been diagnosed with ADHD. “He’s a bright kid, just disorganized,” Evelyn said. Doctors prescribed medication but that rankled Evelyn, who believed there was a better way. She talked with another mom who recommended LearningRx, which uses brain training to help students improve cognitive function and perform better in school. Neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to adapt and grow, is the science behind brain training. “It might not help, but it certainly won’t be harmful,” Evelyn reasoned. She approached George with the idea and he was “super into it!” Evelyn said. George began the LearningRx program over the summer, attending four days a week for 75-minute sessions. “Our goal was to create change without medicine,”

Evelyn said. And that’s what has happened. George has become more George Shashy confident and more in control. “He knows it has helped and at certain times, he really recognizes the differences,” Evelyn said. “His auditory processing is so much better.” George loved the program, saying LearningRx was good exercise for his brain. “It’s like weightlifting,” he said. “I love it. You know

it’s going to be hard, but afterward, you feel so good.” Keeping with the sports metaphor, Evelyn compared it to circuit training. “By the time you’re fatigued, you move on to another exercise,” she said. Today, George is doing “great” in school. And he’s doing it on his own – Evelyn no longer oversees George’s homework. “He works completely independent of me – which is nice!” she said. “No more hovercraft.” George enjoyed LearningRx so much he wants to do it again next summer. “There is tremendous value in the program,” Evelyn said. “I don’t care who you are, with LearningRx you become quicker, more on your toes, and your mental acuity is better.” Y

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133 Barr St. (Birth-PK 4) 233-0921 423 W. Short St. (K-8th grade) / 254-9257 www.sppslex.org Wednesday, Nov. 20, 8:30-10:30 a.m. at both campuses.

Seton Catholic School

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By Dr. David Blake

very child is a whole, complete person with strengths and weaknesses, but some weaknesses are easier for a child to ignore than others. A boy with poor eye-hand coordination can avoid Little League while relying on his strengths in language and reading to forge an identity as a good student. Children with weaknesses that lead to academic struggles, however, have a more difficult time minimizing their weaknesses. They cannot opt out of school. Every school day, they must face their weaknesses in a way that few other children must do. As a result, their self-esteem can take a hit. The parents of a child who struggles in school therefore must pay close attention to that child’s emotional health. Difficulties at school – due to a learning disorder, ADHD, “below average” IQ, or some other cause – place a child at risk for anxiety, depression and (later on) risk-taking behaviors such as alcohol use. So, how does a parent protect a child’s emotional health? Try these strategies. t Take a strengths-based approach. Make sure your child understands her strengths as well as (if not better

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at school instead of complaining about them. t Remind your child that school is temporary. Although your child needs to learn material presented in school, remind her that she will be able to focus on things of interest as her education and life progress. Most children who struggle academically will go on to live full, happy lives. The guidance of patient, loving parents can help protect your child’s emotional health while she gets there. Dr. David Blake is board-certified in developmental-behavioral pediatrics and general pediatrics. A native of Lexington, he is one of six pediatricians at Commonwealth Pediatrics. Y

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Want to Read Better? Get Outside and Play

f you are looking for ways to help your children learn, Dr. Rick Graebe of the Children’s Vision and Learning Center in Versailles offers some simple advice: “Send them out to play.” Really? Play? Yes. And Dr. Graebe’s advice is backed by solid research showing that the decline of unstructured playtime in the past half-century 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, Dr. Rick Graebe Family Eyecare Associates & Children’s Vision and Learning Center 105 Crossfield Drive, Versailles www.myfamilyvision.com / 859.879.3665

creating a generation of children who are less emotionally expressive, less talkative, less verbally expressive, less imaginative, less unconventional and less perceptive. Why do kids need play? Dr. Graebe, a behavioral optometrist, explains that one of the major areas of development that children are working on when they play is visual-spatial skills – the way the brain coordinates what the eyes see. Children with poor visual-spatial skills tend to be clumsy and have inferior hand-eye coordination. These visual-spatial skills are essential when children learn to read. Children need to move their eyes precisely in order to read words efficiently. Outside play time also helps children develop visualization skills – the ability to make and manipulate pictures in your mind. Not all children develop this skill

equally. If a child can’t form a picture in his head as he reads a story then “reading is just words on a page,” Dr. Graebe said. He likens it to reading a passage in French when you don’t know the language. Dr. Graebe and his staff at the Children’s Vision and Learning Center have a fun, interactive program to help children who struggle with visualization. Children are shown concrete pictures and asked to turn those pictures into words. Then they take words and turn them back into pictures in their minds. “The strength of our program is oneon-one therapy,” Dr. Graebe said. “Our therapists can determine where a child is at with their current skills and then adapt a program to their level.” Meanwhile, Dr. Graebe’s prescription for all children is less time in structured, adult-controlled activities and more outside play time. Y

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ronchitis comes with many misconceptions. Patients and their parents (and sometimes health-care providers) are often confused as to what causes it, how it is caught and what exactly it is. The bronchial tubes are the larger airways in the lungs that run from the windpipe (the trachea) to the small airways (the bronchioles). If the lungs are thought of as an upside-down tree, the bronchial tubes are the branches coming off the trunk (windpipe) that eventually end at the twigs (bronchioles). These bronchial tubes are lined with a delicate mucus-secreting membrane. Bronchitis is the inflammation of this membrane. If the membrane swells and produces more mucus, an initial dry cough that eventually becomes productive often follows. Acute bronchitis is an infection that lasts for only a few weeks at most. It is usually caused by a virus and will often come with a head cold. This infection is often spread by coughing or by touching infected respiratory secretions and then touching the nose or mouth with them. Symptoms consist of an initial dry cough that can later become productive, with white or colored mucus being coughed up. The sufferer may have a fever (usually low-grade),

chills, headache, shortness of breath, malaise, wheezing and chest soreness or tightness. Occasionally (<10%) certain bacteria can cause acute bronchitis. Sometimes physical or chemical irritants (dust or chemical cleaners, for example) can also trigger it. Chronic bronchitis lasts from months to years and is most often caused by smoking tobacco. Symptoms include those of acute bronchitis except for the fever and chills. Sufferers from chronic bronchitis tend to be more susceptible to bacterial respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia. Antibiotics are usually not necessary for treating acute bronchitis because most cases are triggered by viruses. Fluids, rest and antitussives (such as buckwheat honey or dextromethorphan) in children old enough to take them are usually recommended as treatment. Sometimes bronchodilators are prescribed if wheezing is suspected as a symptom. In some cases, recurrent episodes of acute bronchitis in a child can actually mean he has asthma. The main treatment for chronic bronchitis is for the sufferer to stop smoking. While easier said than done, this gives the smoker the best chance at decreasing the duration of the bronchitis. Y

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Youth Can Now Call 911 Without Fear of Arrest provided immunity from prosecution for less serious alcohol-related criminal offenses. The new law encourages youth to call 911 by removing the fear of criminal prosecution. To prevent abuse, strict requirements must be met in order for immunity to apply. The requirements are as follows: t A caller requests emergency medical assistance for self or another person. t The request is made for an individual who reasonably appears to be in need of medical assistance due to alcohol consumption. t The caller must also comply with the following stipulations. The caller must: (a) Provide, if able, full name and all other relevant information requested by emergency medical personnel or law enforcement; (b) Remain with the individual

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uring the last General Assembly, Senate Bill 13 was enacted into law and created a new medical amnesty statute. The purpose of the new law is to encourage youth to seek emergency medical attention for themselves or friends in case of life threatening alcohol poisoning or overdose. Many youth fail to obtain or request needed medical assistance in emergency situations regarding alcohol poisoning for fear of arrest or police involvement. If strict criteria are met, these young people are

needing medical assistance until professional medical assistance is provided. (c) Cooperate with emergency personnel and law enforcement officers. If these requirements are met, the caller, an assisting friend and the youth needing medical assistance would be immune from criminal prosecution for less serious alcohol-related offenses such as alcohol intoxication, drinking alcoholic beverages in a public place, and possession of alcoholic beverages by a minor under 21 years of age. The new law recognizes that the lives of our youth outweigh minor criminal offenses. Stephen Humphress is the General Counsel at the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and a special contributor to this publication. Info: (502)564-4850. Y

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p.m. Fri; 3 p.m. Sat. $14.50-$17.50. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. Info: 271-4472. UK Men’s Basketball: UK vs. Transylvania. 7 p.m. $42-$50. Rupp Arena. Info: 257-1818. Norton Center for the Arts: Scotty McCreery, 8:30 p.m. $60-$85. 600 West Walnut St., Danville. Info: (877) 448-7469. Kentucky Horse Park: Alltech National Horse Show. A five-day event featuring the nation’s top riders, children’s activities, interactive exhibits and social events. Nov. 1-3. 4089 Iron Works Parkway. Info: (516) 484-1865. Lafayette High Band: Fruit and Wreath Sale: Open through Nov. 22, delivery Dec. 7. Cost varies. Info: www.lafayette band.org. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play and Learn. 10:25 a.m. Ages 3-5. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3. Info: 231-5500.

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Rd., Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. Lex Convention Center: Ky. Reptile Expo. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $6, children under 6 free. Info: www.kentuckyreptileexpo.com. Lex Philharmonic: PB&J Series, a musical journey featuring a different instrument family each concert. 10 & 11 a.m. at the Lexington Children’s Theatre, 418 W. Short St.; 2 p.m. at the Gateway Regional Arts Center, 101 E. Main St. Mt. Sterling. $7 per person at the door, $5 in advance. Info: 233-4226. Baptist Health Education Center: First Spoonful’s class. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. For parents with a child 4-6 months old. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Literacy Bell Party, children will have the honor of ringing the Literacy Bell located in the Literacy Circle outside the library. 10:30 a.m. Registration required. Family Fun Swap, trade your gently used family entertainment items and shop for other donations. Free to attend, but families must donate at least one item. 2-4 p.m. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Explosive Experiments.” 11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5. $3 members, $5 non-members. Registration required. Imagination Station, “Mini Minute to Win It.” 12:30-2 p.m. Grades K-5. Free with general admission of $8. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Spectacular Skylines.” 1-5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. Free with general admission of $8. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner. 11 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 2732911. EKU Center for the Arts: “Dinosaur Train Live! Buddy’s Big Adventure.” 3 & 7:30 p.m. $25. 521 Lancaster Ave., Richmond. Info: (859) 622-7469. LexDance: Contra Dance with caller Susan McElroy-Marcus and Footbridge. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing from 8-11 p.m. $8 adults, $5 students and first-timers. ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. Info: 552-5433. UK Football: UK vs. Alabama State. Time TBA. Tickets $50. Commonwealth Stadium. Info: 257-1818. Lex Public Library: Central Library: Super Saturday Storytime. 11 a.m. For families.

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party! Dress like your favorite character, play games and win prizes. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Registration required. Eagle Creek Branch: Chess Mates, a drop-in club. 2-4:15 p.m. Ages 8 & up. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. LEGO Time. 2-3 p.m. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. Village Branch: Dia de los Muertos. Celebrate the Mexican holiday by listening to stories and doing activities. 2-2:45 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 3 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. 11:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 2732911. UK Women’s Basketball: UK vs. Eckerd. 1 p.m. $8 adults, $5 youth and seniors. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 257-1818. Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. 3 p.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. Singletary Center: The Morganstern Piano Trio. 3 p.m. $25, $7.50 students. Info: 2574929. Baptist Health Education Center: New Brother, New Sister class. 4:15-5:30 p.m. Ages 3-7. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Monday 4 Jessamine Co. Public Library: Mother Good Storytime. 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Ages 2 & under. Online Resources for Creative Writers Class. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Registration required. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. East Seventh Center: Kids Café, homework assistance, tutoring, educational programs and dinner. Free. 3-5:30 p.m. Mon-Fri. Open to ages 3-17. 240 E. Seventh St. Info: 2520294. I Do Program: Starting Gate After School Literacy program. 4-6 p.m. Mon.-Thurs. Grades 6-8. Free. Leestown and Winburn Middle Schools. Starting Gate at Bryan Station Middle School. 4-6 p.m. Mon-Wed. Grade 6. Free. Info: 252-8648. Wee Move and Groove. 4:30 and 5:15 p.m. Ages 2-5. Free. Central Music Academy, 219 E. Short

St. Info: 221-4666. St. Joseph Hospital: Breastfeeding Class. 6-8 p.m. $25 per couple. For women delivering at St. Joseph. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr. Info: 967-2229. Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour: Audience seating starts at 6:15 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. $10 adults, $5 for students with ID. Lyric Theatre, 300 E. Third St. Info: 252-8888. UK Men’s Basketball: UK vs. Montevallo. 7 p.m. $42-$50. Rupp Arena. Info: 257-1818. Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump Baby Jump, music and playtime. 11 a.m. Ages 18-30 months. Village Branch: Homework Help. 4-8 p.m. Mon-Thurs. Grades K-12. Village Branch: Teen Game Club, play Wii games, board games and other activities. 6-7 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Info: 231-5500. Veritas Christian Academy: Open House for grades K-8. 4-6 p.m. St. Luke UMC. 2351 Alumni Dr. Info: 229-9120 or www. veritaschristianky.com.

Tuesday 5 Lexington Farmers’ Market: Local produce, meat, eggs, herbs and spices and more. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Corner of South Broadway and Maxwell Street. Info: 608-2655. KORE Academy: Open House. First Tuesday of every month. 8:30 a.m. 4300 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 971-7129 or www.koreacademy.org. Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. 10 a.m. Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 8 Release Party. 7 p.m. For all ages. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. Bluegrass Area Development District: Aging Consortium meeting. Join attorney Karen L. Perch, who will discuss Life Plan of Kentucky, Inc. a non-profit organization that serves as a trustee for people with disabilities. 9 a.m. 699 Perimeter Dr. # 100. Info: 219-4316 X 325. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Mother Good Storytime. 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Ages 2 & under. Preschool Storytime. 7-8 p.m. Ages 3-5. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “What Makes a Rainbow?” 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 9 months-2

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Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. 10:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 273-2911. 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: 288-2352. LowImpact Aerobics Classes. 6-7 p.m. and 7-8 p.m. weekly. Free. For ages 18 & up. William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St. Info: 389-6678. Baptist Health Education Center: Prenatal Yoga. 5:30-6:30 p.m. 8 classes for $50, 10 classes for $55, 12 classes for $60. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-4354. Babies R Us: Baby Basics class, covering the infant care for the first six weeks of life. 6:307:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Babies R Us, Hamburg Pavilion. Info: 263-8598. Baby Moon: Breastfeeding Essentials II class. 7:15-8:45 p.m. $28. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. EKU Center for the Arts: presents The Irish Chamber Orchestra. 7:30 p.m. $45.50. 521 Lancaster Ave., Richmond. Info: (859) 6227469. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies lap-sit storytime. 11 a.m. & noon. Ages 6-24 months. Eagle Creek Branch: Baby Time, an infant lapsit program. 11 a.m. Ages 3-15 months. Northside Branch: Songs and Stories. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & under. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me lap-sit storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 6-18 months. Classic Horror Film Club. 6:30-8:30 p.m. For adults and high schoolers. Village Branch: Top Chef Teen Edition, learn to make fun and easy meals and snacks. 5-6 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 6 Jessamine Co. Public Library: Preschool Storytime. 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Adam Argullin: Stay Tuned, a presentation combining high-energy musical elements

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years. Free with general admission of $8. The Sketch Pad art room. 1-5 p.m. Tues-Fri. Free with general admission of $8. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Thursday 7 Living Arts & Science Center: Brain Science Night! Living Arts & Science Center: Discovery Nights: Brain Science Night! 6-8 p.m. Suggested donation $2 adults, $1 children under 12. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222.

with serious information that will help parents better understand adolescent drug trends and how to steer their kids away from drug use. 7 p.m. Free. Registration required. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Baptist Health Education Center: Happy Baby Yoga. 10-11 a.m. $45. For moms and babies ages 6 weeks-9 months. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-4354. Great Expectations childbirth class. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Explorium: S.M.A.S.H. Club, “Once Upon a Time.” 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 2-5. Free with general admission of $8. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Growing Peaceful Families: How To Talk So Kids Will Listen, and Listen So Kids Will Talk class series. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $20 per person. Registration required. 118 Constitution St., Suite 200. Info: 227-5242. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Time. 10 a.m. Ages 2-3. Central Library: The Young and the Restless story time. 10 a.m. Ages 2-3. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 11-11:45 a.m. Ages 3-5. Northside Branch: LEGOS and More. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages 5-10. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 1-2. Village Branch: Teen Guitar Class. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 12-18. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 7 Lexington Farmers’ Market: Local produce, meat, eggs, herbs and spices and more. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Corner of South Broadway and Maxwell Street. Info: 608-2655. Growing Peaceful Families: Balancing Work and Family workshop. 9 a.m.-noon. $10 per person. Registration required. 118

Constitution St., Suite 200. Info: 489-7798. Living Arts & Science Center: Family Fun Time- Let’s Sculpt! 9:30-11 a.m. Nov. 7, 14 & 21. Ages 2-4 with a parent. $30 members, $40 non-members. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222. Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Piet’s Squares.” 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-4. Free with general admission of $8. 440 W. Short St. Info: 2583253. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. Baby & Me, 11 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 273-2911. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Virtual Field Trip: Egyptian Mummies, The Myth Unwrapped. 10:30 a.m. For all ages. Anime & Manga Club for Teens, screen animé episodes, discuss print and animated formats, and explore Japanese culture. 5-7 p.m. Grades 6-12. Registration required. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Carnegie Center: Homework Help. 4-5 p.m. or 5-6 p.m. Grades K-12. Free. Registration required, space is limited. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Baptist Health Education Center: Bumps and Babes, a prenatal exercise program. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 5 classes for $35; 8 classes for $50; 10 classes for $55; 12 classes for $60. HealthwoRx members attend for free. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357. Madison Co. Health Dept: Babies Best Start breastfeeding class. 5:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. 216 Boggs Lane, Richmond. Info: (859) 623-7312 or (859) 986-1192. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Low-Impact Aerobics Classes. 6-7 p.m. and 7-8 p.m. weekly. Free. For ages 18 & up. William Wells

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p.m. $7 adults, $5 students and first-timers. ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. Info: 552-5433.

Sphinx Academy: Open House. 6-8 p.m. 1591 Winchester Rd. #101. Info: 309-6372 or www. sphinxacademy.com.

Lexington Opera House: presents “Chicago.” 8 p.m. Fri; 2 & 8 p.m. Sat; 1 & 6 p.m. Sun. $37-$157. 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-3535.

Living Arts & Science Center: Discovery Nights: Brain Science Night! 6-8 p.m. Suggested donation $2 adults, $1 children under 12. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play and Learn. See Nov. 1. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Nov. 1.

Frankfort Candlelight Concert: The Lexington Singers. 7 p.m. Free. 100 W. Broadway, Frankfort. Info: 338-9888. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies lap-sit storytime. 10:45 & 11:15 a.m. Ages 6-24 months. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 2-3. Northside Branch: Read! Play! Learn! 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Tates Creek Writers Group. 6-8:30 p.m. Open to all genres and levels of experience. For adults and high schoolers. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. 4:30 p.m. Ages 7 & under. My Book Club. 5-6 p.m. Grades 2-5. Teen Book Club. 6-7 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

Friday 8 Baptist Health Education Center: Fit Mommas. See Nov. 1. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Jump and Jive Storytime. See Nov. 1. Silver Screen: One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest. 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free popcorn and soda. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Boyle County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Class. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Registration required. Danville. Info: (859) 583-1007 or (859) 236-2053. Explorium: Parents Night Out. 6-10 p.m. Children must be potty-trained. $15 per child for members, $18 per child for non-members. Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. UK Men’s Basketball: UK vs. UNC Asheville. 7 p.m. $42-$50. Rupp Arena. Info: 257-1818. LexDance: Contra Dance with caller Frank Buschelmann and open band. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing from 8-11

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Saturday 9 Lexington Farmers’ Market: See. Nov. 2. Carnegie Center: Bee Smart: Spelling Bee Crash Course. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 9. and second part of class 5:30-7:30 p.m. Nov. 11. Grades 4-8. $15. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. Living Arts & Science Center: Saturday Studios for Talented Tweens. 10 a.m.-noon. Nov. 9, 16 & 23. Grades 5-8. $40 members, $50 non-members. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222. Porter Memorial MOPS: Craft & Vendor Fair. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 4300 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 338-0235. Baptist Health Education Center: Baby’s New Tastes class. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free.

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Registration required. HG Library- Cornhusk Flowers. 2-3:30 p.m. Registration required. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner. See Nov. 2. I Do Program: Think PINK, a ministry program for girls with crafts, snacks and discussions on Purity, Integrity, Nobility and Kindness. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Girls grades K-12. Free. Townhome Clubhouse, 2490 Woodhill Dr. Info: 269-9183. Lexington Art League Teen Class. 1-5 p.m. Free. 209 Castlewood Dr. Info: 254-7024. Kentucky Magic Dinner Theater: John Shore with the Kentucky Magic Dinner Theater for an evening of great magic, great food and a little mystery. Seating begins at 6 p.m., show begins at 6:30. $39. DeSha’s Restaurant, 101 N. Broadway. Info: 5366245. UK Football: UK vs. Missouri. Time TBA. Tickets $65.50. Commonwealth Stadium. Info: 257-1818. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Small World Storytime Series, “Hanukkah.” Part of a set of six multicultural storytimes. 10:30-11:30 a.m. For families. Reservations required. Central Library: Super Saturday

Friday 8 Explorium Parents Night Out Explorium: Parents Night Out. 6-10 p.m. Children must be potty-trained. $15 per child for members, $18 per child for non-members. Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

For parents with a child 6-9 months old. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357. Explorium: Super Saturdays “Glowing Darkness,” Imagination Station “Marble Mayhem,” and Sketch Pad Discovery “Autumn Aura.” See Nov. 2. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Come Write In Café, with free coffee and treats, laptops, writing resources, the company of other writers to stir your creativity. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. For teens and adults. Waggin’ Tales, practice reading with a dog. 1-3 p.m. Grades K-5.

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Sunday 10 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See Nov. 3. Christ the King School: Open House. 1-3

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p.m. 412 Cochran Ave. Info: 266-5641 or www.ctkschool.net. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Indoor DriveIn Movie: Monsters University. 2 p.m. Free. For all ages. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Lexington Children’s Theatre: “The Paper Bag Princess.” There’s nothing more important to Princess Elizabeth than her wedding, but when a fierce dragon steals her beloved Prince Ronald, Elizabeth has no choice but to embark on a riotous quest to save him. 2 p.m. $15-$18. 418 W. Main St. Info: 254-4546. Baptist Health Education Center: Pediatric CPR class. 2-5 p.m. $30 per person or $45 per couple. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357. Breastfeeding 101 class. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. For women delivering at Baptist Health. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See Nov. 3. UK Men’s Basketball: UK vs. Northern Kentucky. 4 p.m. $42-$50. Rupp Arena. Info: 257-1818.

Monday 11 Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Diabetes Support Group. 10-11 a.m. Free. Senior Citizens Center, 1530 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 288-2352. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Mother Good Storytime. See Nov. 4. Cre-ate Club: Create A Winter Holiday Village. 6-8 p.m. For families. Free. Registration required. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Bluegrass Babywearing Group: 11:30 a.m. Free. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.facebook.com/groups/ bluegrassbabywearers/. East Seventh Center: Kids Café. See Nov. 4. Baptist Health Education Center: Laboring the Natural Way. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Nov. 11, 18 & 25. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour: See Nov 4. Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch:

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Jump Baby Jump. See Nov. 4. Village Branch: Homework Help. 4-8 p.m. MonThurs. Grades K-12. Teen Game Club. See Nov. 4. Info: 231-5500.

Tuesday 12 Lexington Farmers’ Market: See Nov. 5. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Fayette County Diabetes Coalition Meeting. 9-11 a.m. Open to anyone interested in preventing and educating about diabetes. 805A Newtown Circle. Info: 288-2310. Health Chats about Diabetes. 6:15-7:30 p.m. Free. UK Polk Dalton Clinic, 217 Elm Tree Lane. Info: 2882352. Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See Nov. 5. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Mother Good Storytime and Preschool Storytime. See Nov. 5. Explorium: Baby Explorers “Magnetic Magic” & The Sketch Pad art room. See Nov. 5. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Nov. 5. Sesame Street Live: Make a New Friend. No matter where you’re from or where you’ve been, everyone is special – so join Elmo, Grover, Abby Cadabby, and their friends welcome Chamki, Grover’s friend from India, to Sesame Street. Sat. 6:30 p.m. and Sun. 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. $18-58. Info: 1-800745-3000 or ticketmaster.com. Baptist Health Education Center: Prenatal Yoga. See Nov. 5. Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Summit Christian Academy: Open House. 6-8 p.m. 2780 Clays Mill Rd. Info: 277-0503 or www.lexingtonsummit.org. La Leche League of Lexington: Monthly meeting. 7:15 p.m. Free. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 351-9865. EKU Center for the Arts: presents Rockapella. 7:30 p.m. $25. 521 Lancaster Ave., Richmond. Info: (859) 622-7469. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Nov. 5. Little Leonardo’s art activities. 2:30-3:15 p.m. Ages 2-5. Registration required. Eagle Creek

Branch: Baby Time. See Nov. 5. Dragon Book Club. 4-5 p.m. Grades 1-3. Northside Branch: Songs and Stories. See Nov. 5. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me. See Nov. 5. Village Branch: Top Chef Teen Edition. See Nov. 5. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 13 Jessamine Co. Public Library: Preschool Storytime. See Nov. 6. Shop Smarter Workshop. 2-4 p.m. Registration required. LEGO Club. 6:30-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Sesame Street Live: See Nov. 12. Baptist Health Education Center: Happy Baby Yoga. See Nov. 6. Breastfeeding 101 class. 6:15-7:45 p.m. Free. For women delivering at Baptist Health. 9 Months & Counting class. 6:15-7:45 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Explorium: S.M.A.S.H. Club, “Kindness and Unity.” See Nov. 6. UK Women’s Basketball: UK vs. Georgia Southern. 11 a.m. $8 adults, $5 youth and seniors. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 257-1818. Boyle County Public Library: Mommyto-Mommy Support Group. 1-2 p.m. Free. Danville. Info: (859) 583-1007 or (859) 2362053. Safe Kids Coalition: Car Seat Check-up Clinic. 2-4 p.m. By appointment. Free. Auto Tech Services, 780 Winchester Rd. Info: 323-1153. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Basics class. 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Registration required. 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2348. Babies R Us: Car Seat Safety class. 6-7 p.m. Free. Registration required. Hamburg Pavilion. Info: 263-8598. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Healthy Holiday Cooking Class. 6:30-8 p.m. Southern Hills United Methodist Church, 2356 Harrodsburg Rd. Info: 288-2352. Growing Peaceful Families: How To Talk So Kids Will Listen, and Listen So Kids Will Talk class. See Nov. 6. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch:

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Thursday 14 Lexington Farmers’ Market: See Nov. 7. Growing Peaceful Families: Create a More Cooperative Family, learn skills to create cooperation and helpfulness at home, in the classroom, and at work. 10 a.m.-noon. $10 per person. Registration required. 118 Constitution St., Suite 200. Info: 333-3053. Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Chuck’s Pointillism Finger Painting.” See Nov. 7. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Nov. 7. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Job and Computer Lab, get help with a job search or basic computer skills. 2-4:30 p.m. Teen Hang Out: Xbox Dance Tournament. 5-7 p.m. Grades 6-12. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Carnegie Center: Homework Help. See Nov. 7. Baptist Health Education Center: Bumps and Babes. See Nov. 7. Trinity Christian Academy: Open House. 7 p.m. 3900 Rapid Run Dr. Info: 271-0079 or www.trinitylex.org. SCAPA: “Honk, Jr.,” a musical based on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Ugly Duckling. 7 p.m. Thursday; 8 p.m. Friday; 2 & 8 p.m. Saturday. $13. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-3535. The Studio Players: “Improbably Fiction.” This zany, imaginative play follows six aspiring authors who meet on a winter’s evening to discuss their work. 8 p.m. Thurs, Fri & Sat; 2:30 p.m. Sun. $21. Carriage House Theatre, 154 W. Bell Ct. Info: 257-4929. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Nov. 7. Central Library: Jazz Live at the Library. 7-8:30 p.m. For all ages. Free. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Nov. 7. Northside Branch: Read! Play! Learn! See Nov. 7.

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Toddler Time. See Nov. 6. Central Library: The Young and the Restless. See Nov. 6. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Nov. 6. Northside Branch: LEGOS and More. See Nov. 6. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Nov. 6. Village Branch: Teen Guitar Class. See Nov. 6.

Saturday 16 LCT’s The Paper Bag Princess Lexington Children’s Theatre: “The Paper Bag Princess.” There’s nothing more important to Princess Elizabeth than her wedding, but when a fierce dragon steals her beloved Prince Ronald, Elizabeth has no choice but to embark on a riotous quest to save him. 2 & 7 p.m. Sat, 2 p.m. Sun. $15-$18. 418 W. Main St. Info: 254-4546.

Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Nov. 7. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime, My Book Club, and Teen Book Club. See Nov. 7. Info: 231-5500.

Friday 15 Baptist Health Education Center: Fit Mommas. See Nov. 1. MOMS Club of Lexington-East: Monthly Meeting, a support group for at-home moms. 9:30 a.m. First United Methodist Church-Andover, 4131 Todds Road. Info: momsclublexeast@yahoo.com. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Jump and Jive Storytime. See Nov. 1. Come Write In Café, with free coffee and treats, lap tops, writing resources, the company of other writers to stir your creativity. 3:45-5:45 p.m. For teens and adults. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner. See Nov. 2. Lexington Gallery Hop: More than 30 sites will be open and free to the public. 5-8 p.m. Info: 255-2951. Renfro Valley Entertainment Center: Christmas in the Valley, a show of Christmas songs and comedy. 7 p.m. Fri & Sat. $24. The New Barn, Mt. Vernon. Info: (800) 765-7464. Lex Philharmonic: presents “Fantasy,” excerpts from folktale-inspired Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel, Stravinsky’s Petrushka and Carnival of the Animals by Saint-Saens featuring sisters Sonya and Elizabeth Schumann. 7:30 p.m. $20-$70. Singletary Center. Info: 233-4226. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play and Learn. See Nov. 1.

Central Library: Gallery Hop. 5-9 p.m. For all ages. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Nov. 1. Info: 231-5500.

Saturday 16 Lexington Farmers’ Market: See. Nov. 2. Free to Breathe Lexington Run/Walk: Registration begins at 7 a.m. 5K begins at 9 a.m., 1-mile walk at 9:10 a.m. $30. Commonwealth Stadium. Info: www. freetobreathe.org. Lex Convention Center: Markesbery Symposium on Aging and Dementia. 8:30 a.m. Free and open to the public. Registration required. Info: 323-6040. 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. UK College of Dentistry: SMILE. Free dental care for children ages 4-12. 9 a.m.-noon. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. No appt. necessary. Info: 323-6525. Fayette Co-Op Preschool & Kindergarten: Fall Fling and Auction, games, pizza, sushi making, used toy sale and more. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission. 3564 Clays Mill Rd. Info: 276-6350. MOMS Club Lexington: Preschool Fair. 10 a.m.-noon. Immanuel Baptist Church, 3100 Tates Creek Rd. Info: www. lexingtonpreschoolfair.weebly.com. Baptist Health Education Center: Pediatric CPR class. 9 a.m.-noon. $30 per person or $45 per couple. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green .Fingers and Spoons class. 10:30 a.m.-

noon. Free. For parents with a child 9 months old & up. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. New Brother, New Sister class. 2:30-3:45 p.m. Ages 3-7. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Carnegie Center: Early Learner Book Club, “My First Thanksgiving.” 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 3-5 and parents or guardians. Free. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. Explorium: Super Saturdays “Rad Reactions,” Imagination Station “Pumpkin Pie Play Dough,” and Sketch Pad Discovery “Larger Than Life.” See Nov. 2. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner. See Nov. 2. I Do Program: Lexington Art League Teen Class. 1-5 p.m. Free. 209 Castlewood Dr. Info: 254-7024. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Waggin’ Tales, practice reading with a dog. 1-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Registration required. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Lexington Children’s Theatre: “The Paper Bag Princess.” There’s nothing more important to Princess Elizabeth than her wedding, but when a fierce dragon steals her beloved Prince Ronald, Elizabeth has no choice but to embark LexFamMag.pdf 1 10/21/2013 3:37:34 PM on a riotous quest to save him. 2 & 7 p.m. Sat,

2 p.m. Sun. $15-$18. 418 W. Main St. Info: 254-4546. Explorium: It’s Your Night at the Museum, a benefit to support the Explorium. 6:30 p.m. $50 per person. For adults 21 & older. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Singletary Center: Savion Glover, of the Broadway shows “The Tap Dance Kid,” “Black and Blue,” and more. 7:30 p.m. $30-$40. Info: 257-4929. Norton Center for the Arts: Bela Fleck & Brooklyn Rider. 8 p.m. $24-$46. 600 W. Walnut St., Danville. Info: (877) 448-7469. Lex Public Library: Central Library: Super Saturday Storytime. See Nov. 2. Eagle Creek Branch: Chess Mates, a drop-in club. 10 a.m.-noon. Ages 8 & up. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. See Nov. 2. Tates Creek Branch: LEGO Time. 2-3 p.m. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 17 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See Nov. 3. UK Women’s Basketball: UK vs. Central Michigan. 2 p.m. $8 adults, $5 youth and seniors. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 257-1818.

Baby Moon: Natural Childbirth Series. 2:30-4:30 p.m. weekly til Dec. 15. $178. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See Nov. 3. UK Men’s Basketball: UK vs. Robert Morris. 7 p.m. $42-$50. Rupp Arena. Info: 257-1818.

Monday 18 Jessamine Co. Public Library: Mother Good Storytime. See Nov. 4. Book Discussion: Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls by David Sedaris. 7-8 p.m. Registration required. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. East Seventh Center: Kids Café. See Nov. 4. Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour: See Nov 4. Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump Baby Jump. See Nov. 4. Village Branch: Homework Help. 4-8 p.m. Mon-Thurs. Grades K-12.

Tuesday 19 Lexington Farmers’ Market: See Nov. 5. Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See Nov. 5.

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Jessamine Co. Public Library: Mother Good Storytime and Preschool Storytime. See Nov. 5. Craft Teen Tuesday. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Registration required. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Explorium: Baby Explorers “Apple Quilting” & The Sketch Pad art room. See Nov. 5. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Nov. 5. 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: 288-2352. Health Chats about Diabetes. 5-6 p.m. Free. Nathaniel Mission Free Clinic, 616 DeRoode St. Info: 288-2352. Baptist Health Education Center: Prenatal Yoga. See Nov. 5. Carnegie Center: Family Fun and Learning Night: Celebrate Culture. 5:45-7:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. For families with children ages 3-12. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. I Do Program: College/Career Readiness. James Hardin will share his knowledge on how parents and students can navigate the coming years with higher education looming. 6:30 p.m. Free. Jessie Clark Middle School, Youth Service Center. Info: Baby Moon: Labor Workshop for Couples. 7:15-9:30 p.m. $40. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. UK Men’s Basketball: UK vs. Texas-Arlington. 7:30 p.m. $42-$50. Rupp Arena. Info: 2571818. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Nov. 5. Eagle Creek Branch: Baby Time. See Nov. 5. Stories Before Bedtime: What a Turkey! 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 3-7. Reservations required. Northside Branch: Songs and Stories. See Nov. 5. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me. See Nov. 5. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 20 Jessamine Co. Public Library: Preschool Storytime. See Nov. 6. Baptist Health Education Center: Happy Baby Yoga. See Nov. 6. Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free.

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1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Explorium: S.M.A.S.H. Club, “A Day at the Dentist’s Office.” See Nov. 6. Sts. Peter and Paul School: Open House. 8:30-10:30 a.m. at both campuses. 133 Barr St. Info: 223-0921 and 423 W. Short St. Info: 254-9257. Info: www.sppslex.org. 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. Frankfort Medical Pavilion: Breastfeeding Basics class. 6-8 p.m. Free. Registration required. 279 King’s Daughters Dr. Info: (877) 376-2631 or (502) 226-1655. Growing Peaceful Families: How To Talk So Kids Will Listen, and Listen So Kids Will Talk class. See Nov. 6. EKU Center for the Arts: presents Jim Brickman- The Love Tour. 7:30 p.m. $35. 521 Lancaster Ave., Richmond. Info: (859) 622-7469. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Time. See Nov. 6. Extreme Explorers, science, literature and art activities. 3:45-4:30 p.m. Ages 6-10 with a parent or caregiver. Registration required. Central Library: Turkey Trot! Time to twirl, wiggle and dance! 10 a.m. Ages 3-5. The Young and the Restless. See Nov. 6. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Nov. 6. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Nov. 6. Village Branch: Teen Guitar Class. See Nov. 6. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 21 Lexington Farmers’ Market: See Nov. 7. Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Matisse Masterpiece.” See Nov. 7. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Nov. 7. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Lunch and Learn. Noon-1 p.m. Registration required. Family Game Night. 6-8 p.m. Free. Registration required. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Carnegie Center: Homework Help. See Nov. 7.

Seton Catholic School: STEM Parent Night. Learn about the new Science, Technology, Engineering and Math program at Seton. Visit classroom engineering projects by students grades K-5. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 1730 Summerhill Dr. Info: 273-2318. Baptist Health Education Center: Bumps and Babes. See Nov. 7. Comfort Measures Childbirth Class. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free Registration required. Marvelous Multiples, a class for parents expecting more than one baby. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Pediatric CPR class. 6:15-9 p.m. $30 per person or $45 per couple. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Basics class. 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Babies R Us, Hamburg Pavilion. Info: 263-8598. SCAPA: “Who Will Carry the Word.” Based on a true story, this play depicts the lives of 20 girls and young women sharing a barracks in Auschwitz during WWII. 7 p.m. Thursday; 8 p.m. Friday; 2 & 8 p.m. Saturday. $10 adult, $8 student. Beeler Auditorium, SCAPA Lafayette, 401 Reed Lane. Info: 381-3332. UK Women’s Basketball: UK vs. Lipscomb. 7 p.m. $8 adults, $5 youth and seniors. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 257-1818. The Studio Players: See Nov. 14. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Nov. 7. Art Garage art activities. 4-4:45 p.m. Ages 6-12. Registration required. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Nov. 7. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Nov. 7. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime, My Book Club, and Teen Book Club. See Nov. 7. Info: 231-5500.

Friday 22 Baptist Health Education Center: Fit Mommas. See Nov. 1. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Jump and Jive Storytime. See Nov. 1. Come Write In Café, with free coffee and treats, lap tops, writing resources, the company of other writers to stir your creativity. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. For teens and adults. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info:

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Saturday 23 Bluegrass Scenic Railroad Bluegrass Scenic Railroad: Home for the Holidays Train Ride. 2 p.m. $11.50 adults, $10.50 seniors, $9.50 children. 175 Beasley Rd., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-2476.

(859) 885-3523. Attachment Parenting Group: Monthly meeting. 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.baby-moon.org. Lexington Opera House: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas in concert. 2 & 7:30 p.m. $31-$87. 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-3535. 20th Annual Southern Lights: A self-guided 4-mile journey through a dreamland of light displays. 5:30-10 p.m. daily through Dec. 31. $15 per car Sun-Thurs; $20 per car Fri & Sat. Closed Thanksgiving Day. 4089 Iron Works Parkway. Info: 255-5727. Explorium: Parent’s Night Out. 6-10 p.m. Children must be potty-trained. $15 per child for members, $18 per child for non-members. Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Renfro Valley Entertainment Center: See Nov. 15. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play and Learn. See Nov. 1. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Nov. 1.

Saturday 23 Lexington Farmers’ Market: See. Nov. 2. Community Montessori: Open House. 10-11 a.m. 166 Crestwood Dr. Info: 277-4805 or www.cmsmontessori.org. Lex Convention Center: Lexington Art & Craft Show, featuring everything from exquisite jewelry to funky pottery, abstract sculpture, woodcarvings and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat & Sun. $6 for both days. Children under 12 admitted free with paying adult. Info: 233-4567. Explorium: Super Saturdays “National Game Week,” and Imagination Station “Pumpkin Pie Play Dough.” See Nov. 2. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner. See Nov. 2. I Do Program: Lexington Art League Teen Class. 1-5 p.m. Free. 209 Castlewood Dr. Info: 254-7024. Bluegrass Scenic Railroad: Home for the

Holidays Train Ride. 2 p.m. $11.50 adults, $10.50 seniors, $9.50 children. 175 Beasley Rd., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-2476. Jessamine Co. Public Library: Publishing: The Inside Scoop. Join an expert panelists of poets, writers, and editors as they share their own publishing experiences and provide tips for submitting your work. 2-3:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523 Cincinnati Zoo: PNC Festival of Lights, puppet shoes, visits with Santa, Polar Express train rides and more. Open 5-9 p.m. Sun-Thurs; 5-10 p.m. Fri & Sat. through Jan 4. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. $15 adults, $10 seniors and children 12 & under. Info: (513) 281-4700. Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts: “Anansi the Spider.” The winds blow, the fireflies glow, and a trickster spider knows just how to get what he wants. But will Anansi stick to his embellished stories of adventure and danger or will he discover that the truth may serve him better? 7 p.m. Pay what you can. 300 E. 3rd St. Info: 280-2201. LexDance: Contra Dance with caller Joe Wilkie and the Berea Cast-Offs. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing from 8-11 p.m. $7 adults, $4 students and seniors. ArtsPlace, Russell Acton Folk Center, 212 Jefferson St., Berea. Info: 985-5501.

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Sunday 24 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See Nov. 3. Jessamine Co. Public Library: NaNoWriMo Open Mic. Come share what you’ve written during National Novel Writing Month. 2-4 p.m. 600 S. Main St, Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523. Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See Nov. 3. Baptist Health Education Center: Breastfeeding 101 class. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. For women delivering at Baptist Health. Great Expectations childbirth class. 5-7:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Norton Center for the Arts: Cesar Millan Live. Cesar will share his philosophies and methods, then present examples via live demonstrations with multiple dogs. 5 p.m. $60-$85. 600 West Walnut St., Danville. Info: (877) 448-7469.

Monday 25 La Leche League of Lexington: Monthly meeting. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. East Seventh Center: Kids Café. See Nov. 4. UK Men’s Basketball: UK vs. Cleveland State. 7 p.m. $42-$50. Rupp Arena. Info: 257-1818. Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour: See Nov 4. Lex Public Library: Central Library: Wandering Storytellers, a night of live story reading. 7-8:30 p.m. For all ages. Eagle Creek Branch: Jump Baby Jump. See Nov. 4. Village Branch: Homework Help. 4-8 p.m. Mon-Thurs. Grades K-12. Teen Game Club. See Nov. 4. Info: 231-5500.

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Yoga. See Nov. 5. Comfort Measures Childbirth Class. 6:15-8:15 p.m. Free Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Explorium: Baby Explorers “Pumpkin Guts” & The Sketch Pad art room. See Nov. 5. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Nov. 5. Ephraim McDowell Medical Ctr: Breastfeeding Class. 7 p.m. Free for those delivering at EMMC. Registration required. 217 S. Third St., Danville. Info: 239-2534. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Nov. 5. Daring da Vinci’s art activities. 3:45-4:30 p.m. Grades K-5. Registration required. Eagle Creek Branch: Baby Time. See Nov. 5. Northside Branch: Songs and Stories. See Nov. 5. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me. See Nov. 5. Village Branch: Top Chef Teen Edition. See Nov. 5. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 27 FCPS: Thanksgiving Break. No School. Living Arts & Science Center: No School Day Fun! 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Full and partial day schedules available. Grades K-8. Class costs vary. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222. Baptist Health Education Center: Happy Baby Yoga. See Nov. 6 Explorium: S.M.A.S.H. Club, “Fossil Excursion.” See Nov. 6. UK Women’s Basketball: UK vs. Bradley. Noon. $8 adults, $5 youth and seniors. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 257-1818. UK Men’s Basketball: UK vs. Eastern Michigan. 4 p.m. $42-$50. Rupp Arena. Info: 257-1818. Babies R Us: Infant CPR Class. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Registration required. Hamburg Pavilion. Info: 263-8598. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Time. See Nov. 6. Central Library: The Young and the Restless. See Nov. 6. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Nov. 6. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Nov. 6.

Thursday 28 Thanksgiving Day FCPS: Thanksgiving Break. No School.

Friday 29 FCPS: Thanksgiving Break. No School. Baptist Health Education Center: Fit Mommas. See Nov. 1. Kentucky Horse Park: The Spirit of the Horse, an original holiday spectacular featuring all kinds of equine skills and beautifully costumed horses. 7 p.m. Fri & Sat. $15-$25. 4089 Iron Works Parkway. Info: (847) 809-4093. The Studio Players: See Nov. 14. Renfro Valley Entertainment Center: See Nov. 15. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play and Learn. See Nov. 1. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Nov. 1.

Saturday 30 Lexington Farmers’ Market: See. Nov. 2. Explorium: Super Saturdays “Take Home Treats,” and Imagination Station “Giving Thanks,” and Sketch Pad Discovery “Sandy Selections.” See Nov. 2. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner. See Nov. 2. Lexington Children’s Theatre: “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” a story that rejoices in the importance of family, forgiveness, and the capacity of us all to change. 2 p.m. $15-$18. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. Lex Convention Center: Bluegrass Brawl Live MMA Action. 8 p.m. $25. Info: 233-3535. UK Football: UK vs. Tennessee. Time TBA. Tickets $65.50. Commonwealth Stadium. Info: 257-1818. Lex Public Library: Central Library: Super Saturday Storytime. See Nov. 2. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. See Nov. 2. Y

Spotlight Singing, Dancing, Acting & 4.0 GPA

ou’ve probably heard the term “triple threat,” referring to someone who can sing, dance and

The following year he won $100 and the overall top prize after he sang “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” act. He has loved the stage ever since, But in the case of sophomore Kurtis performing in “Peter Pan,” “The Crucible,” Brown, the correct term is “quadruple “Urinetown,” “Les Miserables,” “Bye Bye threat.” Birdie,” “Smackdown for the Christmas Not only can he sing, dance Crown” and “Georgie Boy” and act, the 15-year-old among others. sophomore is a straight-A And the Starlight Singers student in SCAPA and the performed 55 times last year pre-engineering program at alone, including a show at Lafayette High. Disney World. Kurtis, who will play the “On stage, you’re living in lead in “Shrek: The Musical” at the moment, feeding off the SCAPA next spring, has a long audience,” Kurtis said. Kurtis Brown list of performing roles to his “That gives you the w Lafayette High credit. experience that only a live w 10th Grade In addition to performing at performance can. w Parents: Jennifer SCAPA and Lafayette, Kurtis “There’s nothing like it.” & John is a member of the Lexington Along with musical theater, Children’s Theatre’s Starlight Kurtis practices up to 12 hours Singers, a dancer at Diana Evans School a week at Diana Evans School of Dance. of Dance, has had roles in musicals Last summer, his dance group took with the acting group The REP and was home Grand National Champion honors a three-time state champion with the at the Dance Master’s of America SCAPA speech team. competition in New Orleans, beating out Kurtis’s love for singing started early. nearly 1,000 other dance competitors. While attending a festival in Winchester So how does he have time for his when he was 4, he was fascinated by a studies? singing competition and was determined Along with well-developed time to compete. management skills, Kurtis frequently A year later, he sang “I Am a Promise” arrives at school an hour early to get help and won his age division. from his teachers.

The work obviously pays off. As a freshman, he had a 4.667 GPA. This year he is taking AP world history and biology, advanced pre-calculus, English and French III, plus his chorale and madrigals singing classes. “He is a hard worker,” his mother Jennifer said. “There are high expectations at SCAPA, and the teachers and students inspire him to do well.” Does Broadway beckon for Kurtis, a dedicated and talented young man who has visited New York eight times and seen 18 Broadway shows? With the credentials he already has established, the name Kurtis Brown may someday be in lights. Y

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Scholar Athlete of the Month Kentucky’s Mr. Golf Starts His Own Charity

Billy Tom Sargent • School: Scott County High • Grade: 12th • Sports: Golf • Academics: Billy Tom has a 3.6 grade-point average, excels in math and works for his mother’s tax preparation business. • Parents: Leslie & Billy

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t’s just like Billy Tom Sargent, the two-time state Mr. Golf from Scott County High, to deflect attention from himself to his teammates. When asked to cite his favorite memories, he could have chosen the 12 tournaments he won in three years, or his Regional championship this year as a senior or his back-to-back fourthplace finishes in the State tournament. But that’s not Billy Tom. His most memorable moment? The team’s second-place finish in this year’s Regional tournament. And it’s quite a memory. Scott County, which hadn’t qualified for the State since 2001, finished in a threeway tie for second at the Regionals. Only the top two teams advance. So all five players from Scott, Madison Central and Henry Clay played the 18th hole, a long par 5 at Kearney Hill. The tiebreaker came down to the No. 5 players, the last ones on the course. Cooper Bergman, a Scott County junior who shot 82, needed a birdie to send the Cardinals to State. Amazingly, he hit the green in two and faced a treacherous, 12-foot downhill putt for eagle. A three-putt or worse was a definite possibility. Cooper’s hand trembled as he marked his ball. But he steadied himself and drained the putt for his first-ever eagle in high school competition.

“We went crazy,” Billy Tom said. “We tackled him on the green. It was great, by far my best memory.” Those memories started when he was 4 when he joined his father, Billy, the team’s coach, at practices. At 6, Billy Tom was adding up team scores for his dad. (Those math skills have helped Billy Tom in his mother’s business – she owns a tax preparation business in Georgetown.) By eighth grade, Billy Tom made the varsity en route to his record-breaking career. He will play next year at Western Kentucky where he will study business. He has a 3.6 GPA with strong math skills and an interest in giving back to the community. Not yet 18, he already has started a charity. After Crissy and Dwayne Ellison’s son Finley died of SIDS last spring, Billy Tom pledged to raise funds on behalf of his former secondgrade teacher and her husband, who taught him to play chess. Billy Tom set up a charity through the American Junior Golf Assn. web site, linking donations to every birdie he made this season. He finished with 63 birdies and five eagles with a goal of raising $3,000. (The web site is ajga.org/ LL?BillyTom.) Now, that’s the way to make a lasting memory. Y

Two Scholar Athletes a year will be picked at random to share $2,500 in scholarships provided by Mike Pulliam, a Rector Hayden Realtor and instructor at Man O’ War Golf. Other contributors are Howard Smith of Southern Automotive Garage Equipment, Barry and Mike Barrett of Auto Excel, local CPA Kenny Frank and PBI Bank.

ASBURY UNIVERSITY presents

November 2013

— Educator of the Month —

Cindy Kearns:

Adapting To Meet Student Needs To the casual observer, not much has changed for Cindy Kearns in the past quarter of a century. Just like her first day on the job in 1990, Kearns teaches fifth grade – in the same classroom – at Nicholasville Elementary. It’s a school she attended as a sixth-grader when her family moved to Nicholasville. Except for her college years, Cindy has never left, raising three children in Nicholasville, all of whom she taught in fifth grade. So is everything the same? “Absolutely not,” Kearns said. “I’m a completely different teacher than I was back then. I’m so much more confident, and I’ve taken on math leadership roles at the school.” At first, Kearns was the rookie, surrounded by a veteran staff. As the years passed, she looked up and discovered she was the veteran, coaching younger teachers, counseling student teachers and serving

as mentor to new hires through the Kentucky Teacher Internship Program (KTIP). Brittany Worthen, a fellow fifthgrade teacher in her sixth year at the school, still relies on Kearns. “Cindy was my KTIP resource teacher, and she made me what I am today,” Worthen said. “She’s so encouraging and an example of what a quality teacher should be.” Part of that means constantly adapting to meet the needs of children. Kearns may teach in the same classroom, but nearly everything else has changed since her first year. Smart Boards have replaced blackboards, and Kearns demonstrates new concepts with a document camera that projects on the Smart Board. As the technology has evolved, so has Kearns’ methods. “How I teach is so much more conceptual than before,” she said. Previously, the state required

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professionals in Kentucky and around the world, is pleased to honor world-class educators throughout Kentucky. If you would like to nominate an educator,

Asbury University’s School of Education, which offers undergraduate and graduate degrees for young adults and working

teachers to cover so much content, there was little time for depth of understanding. With the advent of the Common Core Initiative three years ago, Kearns can teach to understanding rather than rote memorization – a much more effective approach, she said. “When you’re teaching to understanding, a student may forget the procedure but, because he or she understands the process, they can still solve the problem,” she said. “That makes teaching so much more gratifying.”

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