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Race for the Cure a Fun Way to Fight Breast Cancer

minutes later. roaming clowns for kids. e don’t often equate The competitive 5k race starts Still, no one forgets the reason breast cancer with at 8 a.m., the 5k run an hour later, for the event. celebration -- except followed by the 1-mile, fun run/ The disease strikes one of every perhaps for the annual Susan G. walk at 9:15 a.m. eight women in Kentucky, and Komen Race for the Cure. The local chapter of the Susan the state’s 78% survival rate lags Saturday, Oct. 15 marks the G. Komen Foundation serves 58 behind the national average (85%). 15th anniversary of the annual counties in Central and Eastern Early detection boosts that rate event that draws thousands to Kentucky. Last year’s race downtown Lexington. For anyone who has Breast cancer strikes one of drew 7,000 participants raised $500,000. attended, celebration is every eight women in Kentucky. and Of the money raised, the best word to describe 75% aids Kentuckians and the event. the rest is directed to research. to 98%, so mammograms are a Survivors are championed and Almost all of us know someone must. honored with an enormous group affected by breast cancer. Meanwhile, the Race for the Cure photo, and friends, relatives and There are few things more is a unifying community event. other loved ones who have passed rewarding, satisfying and Registration starts at 7 a.m. at are remembered with respect. downright fun than the Race for CentrePointe, followed by the Along with three races, there are the Cure. survivor photo at 7:20 a.m., and balloons everywhere, massages Hope to see you down there. Y the celebratory survivor parade 10 offered, and inflatables and

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Short Stuff Spooky Fun and Fall Festivals, 11th annual Elder Care Tour, plus a healthy Recipe of the Month and Moms Who Make a Difference

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Family Favorites Six thousand of you voted, now see who won our second annual Family Favorites Awards.

departments 4 / ShortStuff 26-41 / Calendar 42 / Dr. Hayslip 44 / Dr. Graebe 45 / Pediatric Corner 46 / KU’s Scholar Athlete

The Best Birthdays in Town Party ideas for tweens/teens and our Birthday Party Directory. School Guides Homeschool directory & private school open houses The Perils of Testing Are we hurting our children with too much testing in school?

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On the Cover Cover model winner Kori Harris, 3, daughter of Cara and Bruce of Lexington, is ready to go pumpkin picking in the cooler temperatures of fall.

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To register for these giveaways, visit www.lexingtonfamily. com or call 223-1765 by Oct. 5 for Oktoberfest and Oct. 17 for the others and identify which advertisement contains the icon of the smiling woman’s face pictured here. Also, tell us where you picked up the magazine.

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Halloween Scare Fests Parks and Recreation

Little Goblins Galore McConnell Springs 288-2927 Little Goblins ages 12 and under can enjoy the Halloween season with fewer scares. Trick-or-treat along a trail filled with friendly characters. There will be a petting zoo, carnival games, special entertainment, food and soft drinks. Oct. 22: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Rain date: Oct. 23: 1-5 p.m. $5 per child. Parents/guardians free. Thriller Parade & Halloween Extravaganza Downtown Lexington 254-9790 or 288-2925. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the annual performance of Michael Jackson’s groundbreaking video “Thriller,” which will be held at 8:30 p.m. after the pre-dance party in CentrePointe at 7 p.m. The undead will start out at the Kentucky Theatre and proceed down Main Street to Mill Street performing their “Thriller” routine. An after-party will take place at the Fifth Third Pavilion at Cheapside Park with the crowning of the zombie king and queen and live music by “Rebel Without a Cause.” Oct. 30: 7 p.m. Rain date: Oct. 31: 7 p.m. Lexington History Museum 215 West Main St. 254-0530 / www.lexingtonhistorymuseum.org The fourth annual Scary Night at the Museum is a fun and scary way to learn about the history of the region. All of the ghosts in the haunted house are historical figures in Lexington’s, Kentucky’s or the nation’s history. For those too young or too scared to enjoy the haunted house, there is a fall festival on our third floor. This part of the event features holiday themed food, crafts, and games, plus a storyteller, costume contest and a witch trial. Oct. 22: 6-8 p.m. Free admission.

Bluegrass Railroad Museum

175 Beasley Dr., Versailles 873-2476 / www.bgrm.org The Halloween “Haunted” Train Ride will let you search for ghosts, goblins and ghouls during your ride. Oct. 21-22 & 28-29: 8 p.m.

Jouett House 255 Craig’s Creek Road, Versailles 873-7902 / www.jouetthouse.org If Walls Could Talk Ghost Walk: Experience the third annual dramatic tour of the Jack Jouett House as actors portray prominent Jouett family members. Watch and listen as you travel back to the days of an early Republic. Not recommended for very young children. Oct. 15: 5-8 p.m. / Oct. 16: 2-5 p.m. $8 for adults and students, $5 for children. $5 group rate.

Louisville Zoo 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville (502) 459-2181 / www.louisvillezoo.org World’s Largest Halloween Party: If scary is no fun for your little one, then don’t miss this sweet party. Not-too-scary Halloween fun for the whole family with costumed characters and more than 15 fanciful storybook scenes throughout the Zoo. Trickor-treating for kids 11 and under. Oct. 7-9, 13-16, 20-23, 27-30 5-8:30 p.m. Tickets $8 at window. Cincinnati Zoo 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati (513) 475-6124 / www.cincinnatizoo.org HallZOOween at the Cincinnati Zoo and BOO-tanical Garden encourages children (12 and under) to dress up in their wildest costumes and fill up their goodie bags as they trick-or-treat through the Zoo. Guests can enjoy Giant Pumpkin Carving Demonstrations, Frisch’s Pumpkin Patch, Halloween Animal Meet & Greets, spooktacular Train Rides and the Scareousel. Little goblins can get a cool Zoo tattoo in the Beauty Shop of Horrors. Oct. 8 & 9, 15 & 16, 22 & 23: Noon-5 p.m. $14/adult, $10/child 2-12. Y

Fall Festivals Boyd Orchards 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles 873-3097 / www.boydorchards.com Oct. 1-2: Ole Cider Days Festival Oct. 8-9: Fall Festival Oct. 15-16: Pumpkin Festival Oct. 22-23: October Festival Oct. 29-30: Harvest Festival Festival tickets include playgrounds, animal center, hayride and corn maze. U-pick apples and pumpkins in the orchards. Pony and train rides $4/each. Hayride $4/person. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. / Noon-6 p.m. on Sundays. Evans Orchard 180 Stone Road, Georgetown (502) 863-2255 / www.evansorchard.com Sept. 17-October 31: Harvest Festival Each weekend at the festival includes fresh popped kettle corn, pony rides, camel rides, petting zoo and hayrides. Special events planned each weekend include contests, give aways, apple toss, face painting, live entertainment and wagon rides to the pumpkin patch for $3. Tues.-Sat.: 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays: Noon-6 p.m. Bi-Water Farm 877 Cincinnati Rd., Georgetown (502) 863-3676 / www.biwaterfarm.com Autumn Fest / Sept. 10-Oct. 31 Attractions include a spooky farmhouse, enchanted barnyard & barnyard babies petting zoos, pirates cove play area, the lost pumpkin mine, Li’l Pumpkin Play Patch, 5-acre corn maze, hayrides, Autumn Fest express train, sky-high slide and Bi-Water ball park. Admission $9 (2 years and up). Y

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e are entering a new world of pregnancy innovation...

Our grandmothers never envisioned how common epidurals would be, or baby monitors that rival the White House security system. I doubt they thought women would be sharing every little detail about labor and delivery on the Internet, but that is where we have landed. It seems a woman’s uterus now requires its own Facebook page. I am part of a generation

first time, that is something worth Katie Saltz sharing, that is exciting! If you lost your mucous plug today, keep it between you and your OB. Your first thought when the baby is crowning should not be “Quick honey, get a Twitpic!” People are announcing

that has many online outlets to share what we had for lunch, what is playing on our iPods, or anything on our minds that happens to be 140 characters or less. So it is inevitable that as we mature into mothers and fathers we carry that habit with us into parenthood. Last month I “friended” an old high school pal on Facebook, and within minutes revoked that decision. Why? Because I saw the words “4 centimeters dilated” in a status update. I’ve been told by other moms that social media is the best way to keep your family and close friends updated on your pregnancy. Really? All 547 of your close friends? There is a line to be drawn. If you felt the baby kick for the

pregnancies over Facebook instead of face-to-face. Is a “like” the same as an actual hug? I enjoy getting updates about my friends’ babies when life gets too busy for a personal report. I want to know your registry is ready, that the baby is healthy or if you are just counting down the days in excitement. But there is no need to share how many times you’ve had to pee today, or that “baby Chloe is grumpy, she made mommy puke up her breakfast burrito.” Gross. Maybe I’m just an old grouch at 23. I understand the need to share details of your pregnancy. Just don’t be surprised if I’m suddenly no longer your Facebook friend after you post your birthing video on your wall. Y

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Momswho make a Difference Name: Doraine Bailey Age: 48 Family Tree: Husband: Robert Tincher. Child: Emily, 17 Occupation: International Board Certified lactation consultant for Lex.F.C. Health Dept. Claim to Fame: Public voice in Kentucky for breastfeeding protection, promotion and support

Doraine Bailey

Mission Statement: “Part of the fundamental nature of mothering as a human is breastfeeding. Yet so many women miss this opportunity because of arbitrary barriers. Breastfeeding is not about tying a woman down, or robbing her of social or economic opportunity. It is about growing a mother to confidently nurture a generation.” Passions: Yoga, meditation, knitting, gardening On Parenting: “As my daughter grows, I have to grow, too. Parents cannot cling to the past nor set the future in stone. They have to be responsive and trustworthy with their families in this present moment.” Y :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Know a mom who is making a difference? Visit www.lexingtonfamily.com and submit your nominee. (Names of dads can be submitted, too).

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Food forThought (serves 6)

Greek-Style Potato, Zucchini and Bean Stew 4-5 medium zucchini 1.5 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 3 cups chopped onion 1 cup (3/4 inch) cubed peeled baking potato ½ cup water 3.5 cups (1/2 inch thick) sliced zucchini 2.5 cups (3 inch) cut green beans (~1/2 pound) 1 can diced tomatoes or 2 fresh tomatoes, chopped 1 (15.5 oz) can Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained ¼ cup chopped fresh flat- leaf parsley 2 tsp chopped fresh dill ½ tsp dried oregano ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper ¾ cup (3 oz) crumbled feta cheese

w Heat olive oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. w Add onion; sauté 5 minutes or until lightly browned. w Add potato and water; bring to a boil. w Cover, reduce heat and cook 5 minutes. w Stir in zucchini and next 3 ingredients (through northern beans). w Cover and cook 35 minutes or until vegetables are tender. w Stir in parsley and next 3 ingredients (through pepper). w Serve with cheese. Nutrition Content per serving: 212 Calories, 9 grams protein, 26 grams carbohydrates, 8 grams fat “My family prefers this meal over chili when the temperature drops in the fall. It is appealing to the eye with its variety of colors plus it’s loaded with nutrients. A hidden gem of a flavor is dill. Serve with rosemary bread to soak up every last bite.”

Tina Thompson is a registered dietitian who earned her degree from the University of California, Davis and her master’s at UK. She was Kentucky’s Outstanding Dietitian of the Year in 1997 and spokesperson for the Kentucky Dietetic Assn. (1989-’92) She owns Bluegrass Nutrition Counseling at 535 W. 2nd St. # 207. Info: 388-9152 or visit www.bluegrassnutrition.net. Y 8 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Museum Go Round Will Highlight Children’s Art

oin the Explorium, Kentucky’s only children’s museum, for the 12th annual children’s art fair, Museum Go Round! MGR, the state’s largest art festival for children, is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Because of construction in Triangle Park, this year’s Museum Go Round will be hosted in Victorian Square in downtown Lexington. MGR features up to 100 artists 18 years old and younger who sell their artwork while learning how to communicate, interact, socialize and grow in selfesteem as they share the talent with the community! MGR is free to the public and includes half-off admission to the Explorium. Info: 258-3253 or www.explorium.com. As a part of its 20th anniversary celebration, the Explorium wants to keep empowering children by offering innovative and educational experiences for children and their parents. Funds raised from the Explorium Golf Tournament will go to a special new exhibit called Eye-Click -- an interactive exhibit that allows children to interact with science and art with state-of-the-art technology. Explorium Golf Tournament Oct. 10: 11 a.m. shotgun start Andover Golf & Country Club 3450 Todds Road Lunch will be provided. Info: www.Explorium.com or 258-3253. Y

LIVESTRONG Partners With YMCA The YMCA of Central Kentucky has been selected to offer LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a physical activity and well-being initiative that helps people affected by cancer reach their holistic health goals. LIVESTRONG is the brand of the Lance Armstrong Foundation, created in 1997 by the cancer survivor and champion cyclist to serve people living with cancer. With LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, the Y engages cancer survivors through an approach that focuses on the whole person. Participants work with trained Y staff to build muscle mass and strength, increase flexibility and endurance and improve functional ability. The program also focuses on the emotional well-being of survivors. Info: www.ymcaofcentralky.org. Y

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11th Annual Elder Care Tour Set for Sunday, Nov. 6

ith people living longer than ever, elder care concerns increasingly find themselves at the forefront of family discussions. A recurring theme in our series of Sandwich Generation stories on elder care has been the importance of preparedness. All too often, our readers tell us, 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. Aging can present special challenges to the whole family, especially when a loved one is no longer able to live alone. In response, Lexington Family Magazine founded a one-of-its-kind event in Central Kentucky -- the Elder Care Facilities Tour. This year marks the 11th installment of this award-winning event. The Tour is designed to help families address issues before a crisis hits. This is your chance to be prepared. On Sunday, Nov. 6, 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 in a relaxed, unpressured atmosphere. In the November issue, Lexington Family Magazine will publish a map with the names, description and location of participating elder care retirement communities. Mark your calendar for this event, and be sure to get your copy of the November issue or visit our website for details. Info: www.LexingtonFamily.com or 223-1765. Y

Philharmonic’s Family Concert: ‘Rhythms of the World’

he Lexington Philharmonic, celebrating its 50th season, kicks off its Family Concert series with “Rhythms of the World,” featuring the award-winning University of Kentucky Percussion Ensemble. The concert begins at 3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 9 at the Lexington Opera House with pre-concert activities starting at 2 p.m. The highlight of the program will be audience

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members becoming part of a surround sound percussion ensemble piece. In addition to the “Rhythms of the World” Family Concert, LexPhil is also offering “Rhythms of the World” Discovery Concerts, developed for elementary school students and teachers. The Discovery Concerts will be performed Friday, Oct. 7 at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at the Lexington Opera House. This season’s Discovery

Concert will give students the opportunity to be immersed in high-energy orchestral music, and will cover musical ideas while delving into geography, world cultures, social studies and more. This crosscurricular view ties into the Kentucky Department of Education program review demonstrators. Info: 233-4226 or www.lexphil.org.

regnant moms are invited to share videos capturing their surprise pregnancy announcement to their hubby and/ or family in a national video contest with a chance to win an all-expensespaid Babymoon vacation. Baby Belly of Lexington is one of five Pregnancy Spas and Ultrasound Imaging Centers throughout the U.S. that is sponsoring the contest. “We love to hear stories of how our customers have shared the big news with their families,” says Baby Belly owner Crystal Nichols. “Some are touching, some are really funny, and many are quite creative, and we thought it would be fun to have women capture and share those experiences with the opportunity to win some amazing prizes.” The deadline to submit videos is Oct. 26. Voting will run from Oct. 28-Nov. 9 on Baby Belly Spa’s Facebook Page www.facebook.com/ babybellyspaimaging.com. Winners of the local competitions will receive a “Great Expectations” Package that includes a 4D Ultrasound and a Pregnancy Massage ($269 Value) and will move on to the Grand Prize Competition. The Babymoon vacation is at the Westin Kierland Resort in Scottsdale Arizona ($2,860 Value). Info: www.babybellyspa.com Y

Oktoberfest Opens Second Weekend in October Christ the King Oktoberfest will take place 4-11 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 7 and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8. Entertainment will include polka to soul and R&B groups. Attractions include a beer garden from Alltech’s Lexington Brewing Company, a wine booth, a bake sale, adult crafts and fun for kids. Admission is free. Info: www.ctkoktoberfest.com. Y

MORE FUN THAN A PILE OF LEAVES YMCA of Central Kentucky Fall Festivals FREE and open to the community! Two convenient locations, one fun-filled night: Friday, October 28 Beaumont Centre Family YMCA: 6-8 p.m. North Lexington Family YMCA: 6:30-8 p.m.

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2011 Family Favorites Winners

ou’ve got a favorite dessert, your favorite kind of chocolate, your favorite beach and even your favorite Favorite “Kid Friendly” Restaurant: Favorite Overnight Camp: pillow. Chick-fil-A 4-H Your kids can rattle off their favorite color, their favorite Disney character, their favorite food and their Favorite Ice Cream Shop: Favorite Academic Camp: Orange Leaf favorite friend. Carnegie Center And our readers here in the Bluegrass also have lots Favorite Place for Boys Birthday Parties: of favorite businesses, services and destinations. Favorite Sports Camp: Gattitown We know that because we asked our readers about UK Sports Camps their favorites in our second Favorite Place for Girls Birthday Parties: annual Family Favorites Favorite Gymnastics/Cheer Center: Party Princess Award contest this Lexington Gymnastics summer. Favorite Birthday Cake Maker: We asked for Favorite Dance Studio: Caramanda’s Bake Shoppe nominations for Lexington Dance Factory our survey from Favorite Museum: Favorite Martial Arts Program: the thousands of Explorium of Lexington Tie: folks who came to Tiger Kim’s TaeKwonDo our Summer Camp Favorite Tutoring/Learning Center: Lexington TaeKwonDo & Activities Fair in Carnegie Center April, and then opened Favorite Music Program: Lexington Music Academy up the nominations to our Favorite Movie Theater: on-line friends in May. Cinemark Theaters – Fayette Mall From those nominations, we put together our second Favorite Horseback Riding Program: Fantasia Farm annual Family Favorites on-line survey. Favorite Free Family Fun Site: We asked you to choose your favorites in everything Jacobson Park Favorite Book Store: from kid-friendly restaurants and birthday party venues Joseph-Beth Booksellers to orthodontists and veterinarians. Favorite Amusement Park: Walt Disney World And, boy, are you opinionated! Favorite Consignment Shop: More than 6,000 of you logged on during the months of Re-Kid June, July and August and voted for your favorites. Favorite Swimming Pool: Southland Listed on this page are all the winners. Congratulations to these businesses that you voted as your Family Favorite Photographer: Favorite Local Festival: Holifield Photography Favorites. Fourth of July Parade Keep your eyes open for our Family Favorites logo in ads and at local businesses, and you may discover a new Favorite Pediatric Dentist: Favorite Hiking Spot: Smith & Steckler Dentistry favorite for your family. Natural Bridge/Red River Gorge

•• Grand Prize Winner Selected •• From the more than 6,000 people who voted, Lexington Family Magazine drew the name of one lucky voter -- faithful reader Ellen Demos. As the grand prize winner, she received a fabulous gift bag filled with DVDs, CDs, tickets to Ringling Brothers & Barnum & Bailey Circus. Y 12 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Favorite Day Trip: Newport Aquarium

Favorite School Field Trip: Boyd Orchards

Favorite Orthodontist: White, Greer & Maggard

Favorite Pediatrician: Pediatric & Adolescent Associates

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Favorite Veterinarian:

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Favorite Veterinarian Scott L. Nieves, DVM 3191 Beaumont Centre Circle •Suite 170 Lexington, KY 40513

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Favorite Birthday Cake Maker Friends don’t let friends miss out on our cake.

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Favorite Tutoring/Learning Center & Best Academic Camp The Carnegie Center is a creative arts and family learning center that creates and supports programs that foster literacy and learning as a lifelong process for all people. There’s something for everyone at the Carnegie Center, where learning lives.

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Fantasia Farm

Kick-off party October 14 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m at Fifth Third Pavilion Cheapside 1000 Cupcake Giveaway

Continue the celebration on October 16 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Triangle Park for 2010 Museum Go Round, a children’s art fair MGR sponsored by • •

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Favorite Boys Birthday Party

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Favorite Martial Arts Program Lexington Taekwondo Jiujitsu The Karate School Parents Choose Family Owned & Operated Park Hills Plaza || 3120 Pimlico Pkwy Ste. 110

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Favorite Pediatrician

859-277-6102 www.paalex.com Two Locations In Lexington: Main: 3050 Harrodsburg Rd. East: 171 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Ste. 100

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Birthdays: Goodbye Kid Stuff, Hello Cool Ideas

irthday party planning is pretty easy when your kids are little. You pick their favorite cartoon character, animal or superhero and plan the party around that. A few games, cake and ice cream, and you’re done. Or you head out to their favorite skating rink, inflatable place or bowling alley. But when your kids hit those ‘tween years, things get complicated. Cartoons and superheroes are for babies, and filling the goodie bags gets more expensive. Now it’s time to step it up a notch, not in price, but in “coolness.” Try out one of our ideas for your next ‘tweener party. Limo Party

Come prom time you see stretch limos and hummer limos all over town. Did you know that they often have reduced rates in the morning and afternoon? Pick up your party guests from school in a stretch limo, take them out for frozen yogurt before heading to your house or a local park for the party. Dinner and a Movie Take your child and her guests to her favorite restaurant for lunch and let them eat at a table all by themselves. Then head over to the movie theater afterward for a matinee. You can keep the price reasonable if

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you choose an inexpensive restaurant and pick a movie at the dollar theater. Need to keep the budget really low? Rent a projector and show a movie outside on a blank wall of your house after dark. Serve a picnic dinner on blankets in the backyard. Disc Golf Tournament Your kids may have tried laser tag or cosmic bowling, but what about disc golf? It’s a combination of golf and Frisbee and there are courses at Shillito Park, Veteran’s Park and River Hill Park. Check out the Parks & Rec’s website for rules and locations. Y

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Two Lexington Schools Combine Private School With Homeschooling Homeschooling your children can be a daunting challenge. What curriculum will I use? How will I schedule my day? And probably the biggest question for parents – how will I teach a subject I haven’t mastered myself? One option for families in the Bluegrass is to send their children back to school, but not just any school. There are now two schools in Lexington – Lexington Latin School and Veritas Christian Academy – that offer support for homeschooling families. The schools offer instruction two to three days a week in many of the subjects that parents struggle with such as math, classical studies and Latin, while families homeschool the other days of the week. The older and bigger of these schools is Lexington Latin School, now in its eighth year with 100 students and 17 teachers. Founded by Jeannie Davis, a former teacher and counselor, the classical, Christian school offers instruction in Pre-K through ninth grade in classrooms at Ashland Baptist Church on Reynolds Road. “We choose all the curriculum, teach it while the students are at school, and parents follow our well-directed assignments while at home,” Davis said. The cornerstone of the Lexington Latin School program is contained in the name 18 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

itself – Latin. “People often ask me why we teach Latin,” Davis said. “The real question is, why wouldn’t we teach Latin? “Latin provides all the groundwork for a good education. Eighty percent of all three-syllable words have a Latin root.” The school also offers music, choir, art and art history in addition to literature, history, Christian studies and mathematics. The newest school for homeschool families opened this fall in St. Luke Methodist Chuch on Alumni Drive. Veritas Christian Academy offers a

Lynn Wilson, one of the three founders and co-administrators of the school. “It’s really the best of both worlds, combining the best aspects of private education and homeschooling.” Wilson, a former public school teacher, also emphasizes the value of Latin. Veritas Christian Academy begins Latin instruction in third grade. “Our goal is to be a model for classical education, and learning Latin provides a better understanding of the English language,” Wilson said. Also studies show that Latin students perform higher on standardized testing for college admittance.” One of the attractive features of these schools is affordability. And Wilson understands the value of the school personally – she and her coadministrators, Jenna Arvin and Tamela Craig, each has two children enrolled in

Kindergarten teacher Beverly Brothers (above) works with students at the Lexington Latin School. Veritas Christian Academy also serves homeschoolers. classical, Christian curriculum two days a week for grades Pre-K through eighth. Veritas follows the University Model of Schools, allowing parents to spend valuable time with their children while still ensuring that they get a high-quality, college-preparatory education. “We do 90% of the instruction,” said

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Homeschool Resource Directory

Associations, Support Groups Bluegrass Homeschool Learning Co-operative www.my-bhlc.org Secular homeschooling group offering support (classes, field trips etc.) and opportunities for all homeschooling families. Christian Home Educators of the Bluegrass www.ch-eb.org/blogs secretary@ch-eb.org Provides support and fellowship, and field trips, classes and academic opportunities for members. Jessamine County Home Educators Assn. http://jchea.wordpress.com/ Provides Christ-centered support and encouragement to homeschoolers, including library, art, music, and classes at Asbury Univ.

Kentucky Home Education Assn. www.kheahomeschool.com Provides information for parents, monitors legislation and provides a spokesperson for home education.

Local Schools The Lexington Latin School Ashland Avenue Baptist Church 483 W. Reynolds Rd. 806-0832 www.TheLexingtonLatinSchool.com Classical, Christian education. Kindergarten-9th grade. Classes meet two days weekly with an optional third day. Parents homeschool thereafter. MacPherson Academy Southern Heights Baptist Church 3408 Clays Mill Rd. / 619-2040 www.macphersonacademy.com Grades 6-12 (with limited support for grades 4 & 5). College prep program for gifted and talented students. Mars Hill Academy http://marshill.lcfellowship.com Christian homeschool cooperative

for grades 7-12 that follows a classical education with courses in Latin, logic and rhetoric. Veritas Christian Academy St. Luke’s Church 2351 Alumni Dr. / 229-9120 www.veritaschristianky.com A classical, Christian-based curriculum offered in a two-day-aweek program, combining the best aspects of homeschooling and private education.

Legal Information Ky. Department of Education www.education.ky.gov/KDE 502-564-3791 x4053 Provides core content, curriculum documents and other educational resources.

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With the new school year upon us, there is an exciting, grassroots movement to improve our schools. Fayette Advocates for Balance in the Classroom (FayetteABC) is a group of parents concerned about test-driven instruction in our schools.

Their issues include not only the instructional emphasis placed on preparing for state and national accountability assessments, but also the excessive time spent on local testing and test preparation. Excessive testing, they suggest, distorts their children’s experiences in school and precludes opportunities to respond to the legitimate needs and interests of their sons and daughters. Evidence indicates an emphasis on accountability testing undermines the authority of teachers, leads to students dropping out of school earlier, and narrows the curriculum. And, according to a recent evaluation by the National Research Council, accountability testing does not improve student achievement. Studies of results on comparable assessments, for example, do not replicate score gains found on Kentucky’s assessments -- that is, students learn to take a particular test but do not master the instructional material upon which

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the test is based. A result of a test is but a fuzzy snapshot of what a child knows and can do. And because of the imprecision of educational measurements, tens of thousands of Kentucky kids each year when given the labels of Novice, Apprentice, Proficient, or Distinguished are given incorrect ones. Students are labeled proficient when they are not or are not labeled proficient when they are. Instead of a snapshot provided by a test, a good teacher is a parent’s most valuable source of information. A teacher can discuss how well a pupil performs on required tests, and how

because of a misguided attempt to use test scores to measure teacher performance. At the state level, Senate Bill 1 is, at best, just more testing. In addition, Kentucky is part of both consortia that will build new assessments for what are called the Common Core Standards. Finally, Fayette County schools, beginning in kindergarten, do still more of their own testing and preparing for tests, over and above what is done to meet federal and state requirements. If this were football, the schools would be penalized for “piling on.” More than anything, FayetteABC wants parents, teachers and administrators to come together to engage in a conversation about effects of test-driven instruction. Although state and federal laws mandate testing, they do not mandate the current practices of testing and test preparation and how they limit classroom instruction. Recently, FayetteABC presented its concerns to the Fayette County Board of Education, asking that body to endorse a more balanced approach to instruction in our schools. FayetteABC has an online petition signed by nearly 400 county residents from at least 14 different schools and 16 zip codes that continues to grow. Those of similar minds organized a

It is good that FayetteABC has sounded the alarm about these excesses because even more testing is forthcoming. well the child operates in a variety of classroom activities and settings. It is good that FayetteABC has sounded the alarm about these excesses because even more testing is forthcoming. At the Federal level, the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary School Act (No Child Left Behind) will surely contain more testing

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Lexington Cemetery: Civil War Living History Walk, Kentucky historian Dr. Ronald Bryant will trace the history of Lexington leading up to and following the Civil War. 9 a.m. The tour will begin at the Henry Clay monument. 833 W. Main St. Info: 255-5522.

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by Renee Shaw, a day to answer questions about the Affordable Care Act, if you’re taking too many meds, and more. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Lunch provided free for those who pre-register. Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center, 300 East Third St. Info: (877) 926-8300. Bleu Plate Walking Tour: A culinary tour with stops at local restaurants in downtown Lexington. 10 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. Info: 1-800979-3370. Central Baptist Education Center: Prenatal Yoga: 10-11 a.m. Saturdays and 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday. $50 for 8 classes, $55 for 10 and $60 for 12. Held at HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-4354. Carnegie Center: Saturday Seminars: Publishing in Literary Magazines & Journals. 10 a.m.-noon. $30. Registration required. Spanish for Parents, designed for Englishspeaking parents to learn the basics of Spanish as it relates to children’s class assignments. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $40. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. Kentucky Families with Food Allergies: Support Group meeting. 10 a.m.-noon. Beaumont Public Library. Info: kyfoodallergies@insightbb.com. Explorium: Museum Go Round, the 12th annual children’s art fair. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Admission to the Explorium will be half off for Museum Go Round attendees. Victorian Square. Info: 258-3253. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: Music Makers Around the World class. 10:15-11 a.m. Ages 4-7. $11 per class. Family Music class. 11:15-11:45 a.m. Ages walking 15 months-3 years. $10 per class. Cycles of Seasons class. 11:15-11:45 a.m. Ages 2 ½-4 ½. $10 per class. Registration required, $15 registration fee. 601 Deltino Court. Info: 245-5887. Mother Nurture: Breastfeeding Challenge, join in setting a record for the number of families breastfeeding at one time. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 335-5949. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, “The Bippilo Seed and Other Lost Tales” by Dr. Seuss featuring The Cat in the Hat! 11 a.m. Lexington Green. Info: 273-2911. Living Arts & Science Center: “Blue Hawaii” Bike Prom, get dressed up and join in the fun as you ride to downtown locations to participate in prom activities like punch, prom photos and an afterparty. 5:30 p.m. registration and appetizers. Bike ride begins at 6:30 p.m. $8. Info: 252-5222. The Mad Potter: Family Fun & Pizza Night. 6 p.m. 3385 Tates Creek Road. Info: 269-4591.

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Fro-Jo’s: Live Music, bring a lawn chair and enjoy live tunes and tasty treats. 8-10 p.m. 192 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 245-0008. Kentucky Horse Park: “Ancient Bronzes of the Asian Grasslands,” a collection of the bronze belt buckles, plaques and weapons of ancient horsemen of a nomadic culture. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Daily until Oct. 23. Admission to exhibit included in Horse Park admission: $16 adults, $8 children, 6 & under free. 4089 Iron Works Parkway. Info: (800) 678-8813. UK Art Museum: “The Veil: Visible and Invisible Spaces,” an exhibit exploring the many manifestations and interpretations of the veil. Tues-Sun.: noon-5 p.m. Fri.: noon-8 p.m. Runs through Oct 9. $8 admission, $5 senior citizens. Info: 257-5716. Lex Public Library: Northside Branch: A Viking Adventure, read a Thor story and watch a viking battle with the Society for Creative Anachronism. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Ages 7-10. Reservations required. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 4 & up. Info: 231-5580.

Sunday 2 Lexington Farmer’s Market: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Southland Drive. Info: 608-2655. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby and Me. 11:30 a.m. Lexington Green. Info: 2732911. Raven Run: Fall Wildflowers, learn about insect interaction and folklore of fall flowers. 1 p.m. Free. Registration required. Info: 2726105. UK Art Museum: Artful Sunday, “Transformations.” 2- 3:30 p.m. Free. Info: 257-5716. Bleu Plate Walking Tour: A culinary tour with stops at local restaurants in downtown Lexington. 2 p.m. Info: 1-800-979-3370. UK Arboretum: Docent-led Tours, Fruit and Nut Collection. 2 p.m. Free. Info: 257-6955.

Monday 3 Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me dance classes. 10-10:30 a.m. Ages 1 ½-2. Free. 3120 Pimlico Pkway. Info: 271-0581. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: Family Music class. 10:45-11:15 a.m. Ages walking 15 months-3 years. $10 per class. Family Music for Babies class. 11:30 a.m.noon. Ages 0-18 months. $9 per class, $14 instrument kit. Cycles of Seasons class. 11:15-11:45 a.m. Ages 2 ½-4 ½. $10 per class. Music Makers Around the World class. 3:30-4:15 p.m. and 6:30-7:15 p.m. Ages 4-7. $11 per class. Registration required, $15

registration fee. 601 Deltino Court. Info: 2455887. Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Raising a Healthy Eater class. 11 a.m. For parents of children 2-5 years old. Free. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch Library, 3628 Walden Dr. Info: 288-2395. Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Public Health Clinic South, 2433 Regency Road. Info: 2882395. Bliss Wellness Center: Kids Yoga Class. 4-4:45 p.m. Drop-in class $12, package prices vary. 2416 Sir Barton Way. Info: 264-8224. Carnegie Center: Screen Writing class. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through Nov. 21. $96. Registration required. Free Writing Practice, drop-in sessions for writers of all genres. 5:30-7 p.m. every Monday through Nov. 28. Free. Photoshop 1 class. 5:30-7:30 Mondays through Oct. 24. $60. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6-8:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump, music and movement playtime. 11-11:20 a.m. Ages 18-30 months. Info: 231-5560. Northside Branch: Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Info: 231-5580. Village Branch: Homework Help. Monday-Thursday 4-8 p.m. Grades K-12. Info: 231-5575.

Tuesday 4 Bliss Wellness Center: Kids Yoga Class. 10-10:45 a.m. Drop-in class $12, package prices vary. 2416 Sir Barton Way. Info: 2648224. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: Family Music class. 10-10:30 a.m. and 6:30-7 p.m. Ages walking 15 months-3 years. $10 per class. Family Music for Babies class. 10:45-11:15. Ages 0-18 months. $9 per class, $14 instrument kit. God’s Children Sing class. 11:30-noon p.m. Ages 2 ½-4 ½. $10 per class. Cycles of Seasons class. 5:45-6:15 p.m. Ages 2 ½-4 ½. $10 per class. Music Makers Around the World class. 4:45-5:30 p.m. Ages 4-7. $11 per class. Registration required, $15 registration fee. 601 Deltino Court. Info: 245-5887. Wild Thymes: Halloween workshop for kids. 1060 Chinoe Rd. Info: 523-COOK. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time Storytime 10:30 a.m. Lexington Green. Info: 273-2911. Bi-Water Farm: Tiny Tot Tuesday. Children

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Wednesday 5 FCPS: Walk To School Day. Join students and families around the world by walking and biking to school. Check with your child’s school for specific plans. Wild Thyme: Curiously Fun Chef’s series: 10:30 a.m. Every Wednesday and Friday in October. Ages 3-6. 1060 Chinoe Rd. Info: 523-COOK. Musikgarten of Lexington with Jennifer Tutt: Nature Trail, parents day out program featuring music, movement and arts & crafts. 9:30 a.m.-noon. Five-week sessions. Ages 2 1/2- 6. $120. 121 Malibu Drive #1 & 2. Info: 245-5887. Fro-Jo’s: Wacky Wednesday, bring in the answer to a trivia question posted on Fro-Jo’s Facebook page and receive a discount off your frozen yogurt. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 192 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 245-0008. Carnegie Center: Dreambuilding: Goal Group for Writers. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. St. Joseph Hospital East: Breastfeeding Class. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. $25 per couple. 30 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Registration required. Info: 967-2229. UK Men’s Soccer: UK vs. Marshall. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Info: 1-800928-2287. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Storytime. 10 a.m. Ages 2-3. Info: 231-5570. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 11-11:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Info: 231-5560. Northside Branch: The 39 Clues Book Club. 6:307:15 p.m. Ages 7-11. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 12-24 months. Info: 2315580. Village Branch: Bilingual SpanishEnglish Family Storytime. 6-6:30 p.m. For preschoolers and parents. Info: 231-5575.

Thursday 6 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time Storytime 10:30 a.m. Baby and Me 11 a.m. Lexington Green. Info: 273-2911. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: Family Music class. 12:15-12:45 p.m. and 5:45-6:15 p.m. Ages walking 15 months-3 years. $10 per class. Music Makers Around the World class. 1-1:45 p.m. and 6:30-7:15 p.m. Ages 4-7. $11 per class. God’s Children Sing class. 5:45-6:15 p.m. Ages 2 ½ – 4 ½. $10 per class. Family Music for Babies class. 6:30-7 p.m. Ages 0-18 months. $9 per class, $14 instrument kit. Registration required, $15 registration fee. 601 Deltino Court. Info: 245-5887. Kentucky Mudworks: Clay Kids class. 4:30-6 p.m. Thursdays. Ages 6-11. $65 for 4 weeks. 825 National Ave. Info: 859-389-9681 Bi-Water Farm: Hallow Weenie Thursday. Receive a free hot dog between 5-7 p.m. with regular admission of $9. 877 Cincinnati Road, Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. Central Baptist Education Center: Bumps and Babes prenatal exercise class. 5-6 p.m. $50 for 8 classes, $55 for 10 and $60 for 12. Held at HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Marvelous Multiples, a class for parents expecting more than one child. 6-8:30 p.m. Registration required. Info: 260-6357. FCPS: Winburn Accelerated Cluster Open House. 6-7:30 p.m. 1060 Winburn Dr. Info: 381-3967. Living Arts & Science Center: Fossil Identification, bring in a fossil you have found and join in on fossil discussion and activities. 6-8 p.m. Suggested donation $2 adults, $1 child. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222. The Mad Potter: Paint With Me 1-2-3 fall platter. 6:30 - 8 p.m. $30. 3385 Tates Creek Road. Info: 269-4591.

UK Good Samaritan Hospital: Nursing Your Infant. 6:30-9 p.m. $25 per couple. Registration required. Info: 257-5168. Jacobson Park: “Fright Nights,” a highimpact, horrifying time. 7:30- 10:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 7:30-midnight Saturday and Sunday. $12 for single-trail pass, $20 for double-trail pass. Info: 263- 1598. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies storytime. 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Ages 6-24 months. Read for the Record: Llama, Llama, Red Pajama. Bring a picnic lunch, come dressed in pajamas and help set a world record by reading “Llama, Llama, Red Pajama.” 12-12:45 p.m. For all ages. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Central Library: Read for the Record: Llama, Llama, Red Pajama. Help set a world record by reading “Llama, Llama, Red Pajama,” get your picture taken with a real llama and enter to win a prize.10-10:30 a.m. For all ages. Info: 231-5534. Eagle Creek Branch: Read for the Record: Llama, Llama, Red Pajama, help set a world record by reading “Llama, Llama, Red Pajama.” 10 a.m.-8 p.m. For all ages. Toddler Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 2-3. Info: 231-5560. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 & up. Read for the Record: Llama, Llama, Red Pajama, help set a world record by reading “Llama, Llama, Red Pajama.” 4-4:30 p.m. For all ages. Info: 231-5580. Village Branch: Read for the Record: Llama, Llama, Red Pajama, help set a world record by reading “Llama, Llama, Red Pajama” and get your picture taken with a real llama. 6-7 p.m. For all ages. Info: 231-5575.

Friday 7 FCPS: Deadline to apply for magnet schools and gifted & talented programs for the 20122013 school year. Info: 381-4741. Wild Thyme: Curiously Fun Chef’s series: 10:30 a.m. Every Wednesday and Friday in October. Ages 3-6. 1060 Chinoe Rd. Info: 523-COOK. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: Family Music class. 10-10:30 a.m. Ages walking 15 months-3 years. $10 per class. Cycle of Seasons class. 10:45-11:15 a.m. Ages 2 ½ – 4 ½. $10 per class. Family Music for Babies class. 11:30-noon. Ages 0-18 months. $9 per class, $14 instrument kit. Registration required, $15 registration fee. 601 Deltino Court. Info: 245-5887. Lex Philharmonic: “Rhythms of the World” Discovery Concert, designed for elementary school students and teachers. 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. $5 adult, $4 student. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-4226.

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Keeneland: Thoroughbred Fall Racing. Gates open at 11 a.m., post time 1:05 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays until October 29. $5. 4201 Versailles Rd. Info: (800) 456-3412. Carnegie Center: Free Writing Practice, drop-in sessions for writers of all genres. Noon-1:30 p.m. every Friday through Dec. 2. Free. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me dance classes. 4-4:30 p.m. Ages 1 ½-2. Free. LDF Boyz hip-hop/tap class. 4-4:30 p.m. Free. 3120 Pimlico Pkway. Info: 271-0581. Louisville Zoo: “World’s Largest Halloween Party.” Bring your costumed children for an evening of not-too-scary fun, and trick-ortreating for ages 11 & under. 5-8:30 p.m. Oct. 7-9. Tickets $8 online or at zoo ticket windows, $6.50 at participating Meijer stores, free for zoo members. Free for zoo members first two weekend, $4 last two weekends. Info: (502) 459-2181. UK Women’s Soccer: UK vs. Arkansas. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Info: 1-800-928-2287. UK Volleyball: UK vs. Ole Miss. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 1-800-928-2287. The Mad Potter: Friday Night Live Music. 8 - 10 p.m. 3385 Tates Creek Road. Info: 269-4591. Christ the King: Oktoberfest. Entertainment, attractions, food and refreshments. Free. 4-11 p.m. 299 Colony Blvd. 268-2861. www.ctkoktoberfest.com. Studio Players: “The 39 Steps.” A four-member cast portrays more than 150 characters in this fast-paced whodunit with non-stop laughs and some good old-fashioned romance thrown in. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday. $17, $10 for students. 154 West Bell Court, Carriage House Theatre. Info: 225-0370. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Play and Learn, stories, music and activity time. 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Info: 2315570. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless, storytime and singing. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3. Info: 231-5580.

Saturday 8 Lexington Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 1. Bluegrass Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 1. Bleu Plate Walking Tour: See Oct. 1. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, “Fall Back.” Share stories and songs about the changing of the leaves, cooler days and our animal friends getting ready for winter. 11 a.m. Lexington Green. Info: 273-2911. 32 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 1. FCPS: Car Care Clinic, students at Eastside Technical Center will provide a free vehicle inspection. 9 a.m. Free and open to the public. 2208 Liberty Rd. Info: 381-3740. Boyd Orchards: Fall Festival, featuring food, farm animals, a corn maze and more. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Noon-6 p.m. Sunday. $7 adult, $10 child.1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: 873-3097. Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Services provided on sliding scale based on income. For women 40 and older who are under-insured or uninsured. Public Health Clinic North, 805A Newtown Circle. Info: 288-2446. Rupp Arena: Third Annual Kentucky Proud Incredible Food Show, featuring product sampling and cooking demonstrations by stars of TV’s Top Chef. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Demonstrations at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. $15 general admission, $30 for reserved seating for cooking demos, $5 children. Info: 2334567. Christ the King: Oktoberfest. Entertainment, attractions, food and refreshments. Free. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. 299 Colony Blvd. 268-2861. www.ctkoktoberfest. com. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Fingers and Spoons class, learn to raise a healthy eater. 10-11:30 a.m. For parents of children 9-12 months. Free. Registration required. Held at HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-4354.

Baby Moon: Natural Childbirth Weekend Intensive. 1-4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $155. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. The Mad Potter: Family Fun & Pizza Night. See Oct. 1. UK Men’s Soccer: UK vs. UAB. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Info: 1-800-9282287. Singletary Center: Arts Asia Center presents Huun Huur Tu, the Tuvan acoustic quartet. 7:30 p.m. $20 adults, $15 students. Imelda May, a fusion of surf guitars, blues and rockabilly music. 7:30 p.m. $22-$32. Info: 257-1706. Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Chess Mates, a drop-in club with basic lessons offered. 2 - 4 p.m. Ages 8 & up, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Info: 231-5560. Northside Branch: Anime/Manga Club. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 1218. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See Oct. 1.

Sunday 9 Lexington Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 2. Bleu Plate Walking Tour: See Oct. 2. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby and Me. See Oct. 2. UK Women’s Soccer: UK vs. LSU. 1 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Info: 1-800928-2287. UK Volleyball: UK vs. Alabama. 1:30 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 1-800-928-2287.

Kentucky Guild of Artists & Craftsmen Fall Fair. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. $5 admission, free parking. No pets allowed. Highway 21 East, Berea. Info: (859) 986-3192.

Lex Philharmonic: “Rhythms of the World” Family Concert. Pre-concert activites at 2 p.m., concert begins at 3 p.m. $14 adult, $8 child. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-4226.

Kentucky Mudworks: “Try It! Wheelthrowing!” Noon – 2 p.m. Adults and children 6 & up. Firing available for additional fee. $20. Family Days in Clay, Halloween themed projects will be made and painted, available for pick-up two weeks later. 3-5 p.m. $20 for child only, $30 for adult and child. 825 National Ave. Info: 389-9681.

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Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me dance classes. See Oct. 3. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 3. Bliss Wellness Center: Kids Yoga Class. See Oct. 3. Bluegrass Babywearing Group: 11:30 a.m. Free. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 608-7938. Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Diabetes Support Group. 1- 2 p.m. Free. 1530 Nicholasville Road. Info: 288-2395. Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump, music and movement playtime. See Oct. 3. Northside Branch: Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek

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Tuesday 11 Arboretum: Building a Rain Garden. 10 a.m. Free. Registration required. Info: 257-6955. Bliss Wellness Center: Kids Yoga Class. See Oct. 4. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 4. Bi-Water Farm: Tiny Tot Tuesday. See Oct. 4. Bluegrass Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 4. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time Storytime. See Oct. 4. The Mad Potter: Diva Night. See Oct. 4. Milk Mommies of Frankfort: Breastfeeding information group. 5-6 p.m. Free. Franklin Co. Health Dept. Info: (502) 564-7647. Carnegie Center: Family Math Night, learn through games using dice, cards and shapes. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Grade K-3 and families. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd Street. Info: 254-4175. Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Health Chats about Diabetes. 6:15-7:30 p.m. Free. UK Polk Dalton Clinic. Info: 288-2395. FCPS: International Baccalaureate Program Open House. 7-8 p.m. Tates Creek High School, 1111 Centre Parkway. Info: 381-3620. La Leche League of Lexington Monthly meeting: 7:15 p.m. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Free. Info: 608-7938. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies storytime. See Oct. 4. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime. See Oct. 4. Dragon Book Club. 4-5 p.m. Grades 1-3. Reservations required. Info: 2315560. Northside Branch: Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me! See Oct. 4. Nighty-Night Little Friend, bring your favorite stuffed animal for a special bedtime story. 7 p.m. Ages 2 & up. Info: 231-5580.

Wednesday 12 Fro-Jo’s: Wacky Wednesday, see Oct. 5. Safe Kids Coalition Car Seat Check-up Clinic: Auto Tech Services, 780 Winchester Road. 2-4 p.m. Free. By appointment: Info: 323-1153. Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Healthy Heart nutrition class. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Eagle Creek Library, 101 N. Eagle Creek Dr. Info: 288-2395. Baby Moon: Natural Childbirth Series. 5:307 p.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 16. $178. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. 34 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

The Lexington School: 12th High School Placement Fair. 3-5:30 p.m. 1050 Lane Allen Road. Info: 278-0501. www. thelexingtonschool.org. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Art of Breastfeeding class. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 2606357. UK Men’s Soccer: UK vs. Tulsa. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Info: 1-800-9282287. UK Volleyball: UK vs. Tennessee. 8 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 1-800-928-2287. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Oct. 5. Stories for Autumn Nights, come dressed in pajamas for stories, songs and activites. 7-7:30 p.m. Ages 3-7. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Central Library: Kirby’s Preschool Playhouse Storytime in Pink, wear your favorite pink shirt and enjoy storytime and songs. 10 a.m. Ages 3-5. Prime Time Family Reading Time. 6 p.m. Wednesdays through November 16. A six-week program for parents and 6-10-year-olds to hear stories, eat dinner and learn about the library. Activites for younger children available. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime and Bilingual Spanish-English Family Storytime. See Oct. 5. Northside Branch: The 39 Clues Book Club. See Oct. 5. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Oct. 5. Info: 2315580.

Thursday 13 FCPS: No School. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time Storytime and Baby & Me. See Oct. 6. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 6. Louisville Zoo: Oct. 13-16. See Oct. 7. Bi-Water Farm: Hallow Weenie Thursday. See Oct. 6. Hospice of the Bluegrass: Creative Coping for Kids. A six-week group for school aged children that supports healthy grief by encouraging support and expression of feelings. Registration required. Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Info: 277-2700 or lsandlin@hospicebg.org. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Pediatric CPR. 6:30-9:30 p.m. $25 per person or $40 per couple. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Jacobson Park: “Fright Nights.” See Oct. 6. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies storytime. See Oct. 6. Central Library: Live Jazz music. 7 p.m. Free. Info: 231-5500. Eagle Creek

Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Oct. 6. Pizza and Paperbacks. 6-7 p.m. For middle schoolers. Reservations required. Info: 2315560. Northside Branch: Teen Read Week: Picture it @ Your Library, a reading marathon of your favorite graphic novels and comics. All day Oct. 13-16. Ages 12-18. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Oct. 6.

Friday 14 FCPS: No School. Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me dance classes. See Oct. 7. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 7. The Mad Potter: Friday Night Live Music. See Oct. 7. Boyle Co. Health Dept: Breastfeeding Class. 10:30 a.m. - noon. Free. Registration required. Info: 583-1107. Kentucky Mudworks: “Date Night Wheelthrowing!” Noon – 2 p.m. Adults and children 6 & up. Firing available for $20. 825 National Ave. Info: 389-9681. UK Women’s Soccer: UK vs. Tennessee. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Info: 1-800-928-2287. Raven Run: Halloween at Raven Run: Mysteries of the Night, hear ghost stories and search for unusual plants and animals. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Info: 272-6105. Kentucky Ballet Theatre: “The Witches of Doon.” 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. Info: 252-5245. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Play and Learn, see Oct. 7. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless, storytime and singing. See Oct. 7.

Saturday 15 Lexington Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 1. Bluegrass Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 1. Bleu Plate Walking Tour: See Oct. 1. Wild Thyme: Lexington Fire Department’s Chili Cookoff. Conclusion of Fire Prevention week. 1060 Chinoe Rd. Info: 523-COOK. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, An Extra Sweet Story Time at Fro-Jo’s. Join us at Fro-Jo’s to share “Curious George and The Ice Cream Surprise” and make a craft. 11 a.m.-noon. Kid’s enjoy a free kid-sized frozen yogurt and parents get 50% off. Lexington Green. Info: 273-2911. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 1.

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UK Good Samaritan Hospital: Nursing Your Infant. 9 a.m.-noon. $25 per couple. Registration required. Info: 257-5168. Boyd Orchards: Pumpkin Festival, featuring food, farm animals, a corn maze and more. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Noon-6 p.m. Sunday. $7 adult, $10 child.1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: 873-3097. Carnegie Center: Early Learner Book Club. 10-11:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Free. The book for October is “Room on the Broom.” First 15 families to pre-register will get a copy of the book. Young Readers Club. 11-noon. Grades 1-2. Free. First 15 families to pre-register will get a copy of the book. Spanish for Parents, designed for English-speaking parents to learn the basics of Spanish as it relates to children’s class assignments. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $40. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd Street. Info: 254-4175. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Comfort Measures Childbirth Class. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 2606357. McConnell Springs: Junior Naturalist “Birds of Prey.” 11 a.m. - noon. Ages 10 & under. Free. Registration required. 416 Rebmann Lane. Info: 225-4073. Carnegie Center: Saturday Seminars: Writing Your Life, Fiction As Transformation. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $30. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. Jouett House Ghost Walk: “If Walls Could Talk,” experience a dramatic tour and travel back to the days of the early Republic. 5-8 p.m. Saturday, 2-5 p.m. Sunday. $8 adults, $5 children, $5 group rate. Not recommended for very young children. 255 Craig’s Creek Road, Versailles. Info: 873-7902. Cincinnati Zoo: Hallzooween. See Oct. 8. The Mad Potter: Family Fun & Pizza Night. See Oct. 1. Rupp Arena: Keeneland’s 75th Post Time with the Pops, a gala concert featuring the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra. 8 p.m. $28.25-$107.75. Info: 233-2525. Lex Public Library: Northside Branch: Anime/Manga Club. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 12-18. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See Oct. 1.

Sunday 16 Lexington Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 2. Bleu Plate Walking Tour: See Oct. 2. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby and Me. See Oct. 2. 36 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Cincinnati Zoo: Hallzooween. See Oct. 8. Lexington Children’s Theatre: “The Boxcar Children.” Follow the adventures of the Alden siblings as they turn an abandoned railroad car into their new home. 2 p.m. $17 adults, $14 children. 418 West Short St. Info: 254-4546. UK Women’s Soccer: UK vs. Georgia. 4 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Info: 1-800-928-2287.

Monday 17 Bliss Wellness Center: Kids Yoga Class. See Oct. 3. Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me dance classes. See Oct. 3. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 3. Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Public Health Clinic South, 2433 Regency Road. Info: 288-2395. Lexington Convention Center: Central Kentucky College Fair. 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Info: 233-4567. Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump, music and movement playtime. See Oct. 3. Northside Branch: Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Info: 231-5580. Village Branch: Homework Help. See Oct. 3.

Tuesday 18 Bi-Water Farm: Tiny Tot Tuesday. See Oct. 4. Bliss Wellness Center: Kids Yoga Class. See Oct. 4. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 4. FCPS: Special Education Department’s Parent Resource Center workshop, “Medicaid Waivers: How do I apply? What do I do now? How do I find community resources?” 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Free. Reservation required. College for Technical Education, 1185 Centre Parkway, Suite 120. Info: 381-4229. PreEngineering Program Open House. 7-8 p.m. Lafayette High School, 401 Reed Lane. Info: 381-3474. Bluegrass Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 4. The Mad Potter: Diva Night. See Oct. 4. Carnegie Center: Family Math Night. See Oct. 11. Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Breastfeeding Basics class. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Public Health Clinic South, 2433 Regency Road. Free. Registration required. Info: 2882395. Lex Public Library: Beaumont

Branch: Bouncing Babies storytime. See Oct. 4. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime. See Oct. 4. Northside Branch: Info: 2315590. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me! See Oct. 4. Info: 231-5580.

Wednesday 19 Fro-Jo’s: Wacky Wednesday, see Oct. 5. Carnegie Center: Easy Website in Wordpress. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 19 & 26. $48. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd Street. Info: 254-4175. St. Joseph Hospital East: Breastfeeding Class. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. $25 per couple. Registration required. Info: 967-2229. Good Foods Market and Cafe: Jewelry Making: Wire Wraps. 7-9 p.m. $18 owners, $20 others. 455 Southland Drive. Info: 278-1813. EKU Center for the Arts: Willie Nelson in concert. 8 p.m. $65-$110. 521 Lancaster Ave., Richmond. Info: 358-7469. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Oct. 5. Extreme Explorers. 3:30-4:15 p.m. Ages 6-12. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime and Bilingual Spanish-English Family Storytime. See Oct. 5. Northside Branch: The 39 Clues Book Club. See Oct. 5. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Oct. 5. Little Hands Math & Scince: Farm. Visit the farm and see things with a scientific eye. 1:30 p.m. Ages 3-5. Reservations required. Info: 231-5580.

Thursday 20 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time Storytime and Baby & Me. See Oct. 6. Carnegie Center: Writing the Landscape: Celebrating National Day on Writing. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at bookstores, coffee shops and libraries around Lexington. The celebration will finish with a reading at 6 p.m. at 251 W. 2nd Street. Free. Info: 254-4175. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 6. Louisville Zoo: Oct. 20-23. See Oct. 7 for details. Bi-Water Farm: Hallow Weenie Thursday. See Oct. 6. Carnegie Center: College Exploration to College Essay. Meet with other high-schoolers and learn what you are looking for in a college. 6-7:30 p.m. Thursdays through November 10. $30. Grades 9-12. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. Ephraim McDowell Med. Ctr:

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Breastfeeding support group. 6 - 7:30 p.m. Free. 217 S. Third St. Danville. Info: (859) 239-2534. The Mad Potter: Glass Jewelry Class. 6:30 - 8 p.m. 3385 Tates Creek Road. Info: 269-4591. Jacobson Park: “Fright Nights.” See Oct. 6. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies storytime. See Oct. 6. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Oct. 6. Northside Branch: Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Oct. 6.

Friday 21 Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 7. Lexington Ballet: “The Firebird.” 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday at 8 p.m. Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center, 300 E. Third St. Info: 280-2201. Carnegie Center: Gourmet Learning Series: Cross-Cultural Communication. Noon-1 p.m. $45, includes lunch. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd Street. Info: 254-4175. Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me dance classes. See Oct. 7. Ghosts of Frankfort: Long-departed residents of Liberty Hall will return, along with a Haunted Hayride. Shows at 5:30, 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. $8 adult, $5 child. 202 Wilkonson St., Frankfort. Info: (502) 227-2560. Div. of Parks & Rec: Therapeutic Recreation Fall Dance, Flashback to the 80s. Come dressed in your best 80s wear for an evening of music and dancing. Ages 13 & up. 6-9 p.m. $5. Info: 288-2908. Raven Run: Halloween at Raven Run: Mysteries of the Night. See Oct. 14. The Mad Potter: Friday Night Live Music. See Oct. 7. Bluegrass Railroad Museum: Haunted Train Ride. 8 p.m. $12 adults, $11 seniors, $10 children 12 & under. 175 Beasley Road, Versailles. Info: 873- 2476. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Play and Learn, see Oct. 7. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless, storytime and singing. See Oct. 7.

Saturday 22 Lexington Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 1. Bluegrass Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 1. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, Day of the Dead Family Fun Day featuring The Living Arts and Science Center. Enjoy the Bouncy Obstacle Course, balloon animals and games. 11 a.m. Lexington Green. Info: 38 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

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Bleu Plate Walking Tour: See Oct. 1. Cincinnati Zoo: Hallzooween. See Oct. 8. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 1. Ky. Horse Park: “The Horse” exhibit. How nature’s most majestic creature has shaped our world. International Museum of the Horse. Through April 6. $8 adults, $4 children. Info: 259-4232. www.kyhorsepark.com. Boyd Orchards: October Festival, featuring food, farm animals, a corn maze and more. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Noon-6 p.m. Sunday. $7 adult, $10 child.1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: 873-3097. Carnegie Center: Saturday Seminars: Writing Narrative & Prose Poems. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $40. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. McConnell Springs: Little Goblins Galore, bring your little ones in costume to trick-ortreat, enjoy a petting zoo and carnival games. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $5 per child, free for parents. 416 Rebmann Lane. Info: 288-2927 Lexington Children’s Theatre: “The Boxcar Children.” Follow the adventures of the Alden siblings as they turn an abandoned railroad car into their new home. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. $17 adults, $14 children. 418 West Short St. Info: 254-4546. Lexington History Museum: Scary Night at the Museum, featuring a fall festival, haunted house, story telling, costume contest and more. 6-8 p.m. Free. 215 W. Main St. Info: 254-0530. The Mad Potter: Family Fun & Pizza Night. See Oct. 1. Lexington Opera House: Romeo et Juliette Opera. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. $40 adults, $15 students. 401 West Short St. Info: 233-3535. Bluegrass Railroad Museum: Haunted Train Ride. See Oct. 21. UK Football: UK vs. Jacksonville State. Time TBA. Commonwealth Stadium. Info: (800) 928-2287. Lex Public Library: Central Library: My Friend the Scarecrow, learn about scarecrows and make a puppet to take home. 2 p.m. Ages 5 & up. Monster Tales. 2-3 p.m. Ages 5-7. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Eagle Creek Branch: Chess Mates, a drop-in club with basic lessons offered. 2 - 4 p.m. Ages 8 & up, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Info: 231-5560.

Sunday 23 Lexington Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 2.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby and Me. See Oct. 2. Cincinnati Zoo: Hallzooween. See Oct. 8. Lexington Convention Center: Reptile Expo. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $4.50, free for children 6 & under. Info: 233-4567. American Cancer Society: Annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K walk. Registration begins at 1 p.m., walk begins at 2 p.m. Coldstream Park, 1875 Newtown Pike. Info: 260-8350 or makingstrideslexington.org. UK Women’s Soccer: UK vs. Ole Miss. 1 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Info: 1-800-928-2287. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Art of Breastfeeding class. 2 - 3:30 p.m. Free. New Brother/New Sister class. 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. Ages 3 - 7. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 2606357.

Monday 24 Bliss Wellness Center: Kids Yoga Class. See Oct. 3. Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me dance classes. See Oct. 3. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 3. La Leche League of Lexington Monthly meeting: 11:30 a.m. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Free. Info: 608-7938. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Pediatric CPR. 6:30-9:30 p.m. $25 per person or $40 per couple. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 2606357. Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump, music and movement playtime. See Oct. 3. Village Branch: Homework Help. See Oct. 3.

Tuesday 25 Bluegrass Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 4. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time Storytime. See Oct. 4. Bliss Wellness Center: Kids Yoga Class. See Oct. 4. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 4. Bi-Water Farm: Tiny Tot Tuesday. See Oct. 4. Consolidated Baptist Church: Upward Basketball and Cheerleading sign-ups. 5:307:30 p.m. $60 basketball, $65 cheerleading. 1625 Russell Cave Road. Info: 299-8559. Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: English & Spanish Bilingual Diabetes Support Group.

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6 - 7:30 p.m. Bluegrass Community Health Center, 1360 Versailles Rd. Free. Info: 2882410. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6-8:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. The Mad Potter: Diva Night. See Oct. 4. Carnegie Center: Family Math Night. See Oct. 11. Ephraim McDowell Med. Ctr: Preparing to Breastfeed class. 7 - 9 p.m. Free. 217 S. Third St., Danville. Info: (859) 239-2534. Baby Moon: Labor Workshop for Couples: 7:15 – 9:30 p.m. $40. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies storytime. See Oct. 4. Magic Tree House Club: A Good Night for Ghosts. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 6-8. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime. See Oct. 4. Stories Before Bedtime: Not So Scary Stories. 6:30-7 p.m. Ages 3-7. Reservations required. Info: 231-5560. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me! See Oct. 4. Info: 231-5580.

Wednesday 26 Fro-Jo’s: Wacky Wednesday, see Oct. 5. Carnegie Center: GRE Preperation. 5:307:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 9. $36. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Oct. 5. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime and Bilingual Spanish-English Family Storytime. See Oct. 5. Northside Branch: The 39 Clues Book Club. See Oct. 5. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Oct. 5. Info: 231-5580. Village Branch: Slightly Spooky Stories, come in costume! 6 p.m. Ages 2-5. Info: 231-5575.

Thursday 27 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time Storytime and Baby & Me. See Oct. 6. FCPS: Children’s Theatre, “Tales of Edgar Allan Poe.” Oct. 27-Nov 3. 10 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. $6. Lexington Children’s Theatre Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. Performing and Visual Arts College Night. SCAPA/Lafayette and Lexington Catholic High School invite Central Kentucky students to meet with college representatives, present portfolios for critiques or audition in music, drama and dance. 4-8:30 p.m. Lexington Catholic High School, 2250 Clays Mill Rd. Info: 381-3338. 40 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 6. Louisville Zoo: Oct. 27-30. See Oct. 7. Bi-Water Farm: Hallow Weenie Thursday. See Oct. 6. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Great Expectations childbirth class. 6-8:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. The Mad Potter: Silver Jewelry Class. 6:30 - 8 p.m. 3385 Tates Creek Road. Info: 269-4591. Jacobson Park: “Fright Nights.” See Oct. 6. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies storytime. See Oct. 6. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Oct. 6. Family Game Night. 6:30-8 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5560. Northside Branch: Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Oct. 6.

Friday 28 IHOP: Scary Face Pancake Giveaway, kids can decorate a buttermilk pancake using edible toppings to create a Halloween hotcake. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Free for children 12 & under. Info: www.ihop.com. Wild Thyme: Parent’s Night Out - Kid’s Halloween Bash. 6-10 p.m. 1060 Chinoe Rd. Info: 523-COOK.

0-6. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Teen Haunted Halloween Party and costume contest. 5:45-8 p.m. Doors will be locked at 6 p.m. and library will be closed. For teens. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Northside Branch: Halloween Party: Teen After Hours Night. 5:45-8 p.m. Library will close and only teens allowed in. Ages 12-18. Reservations required. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Lil’ Pumpkin Party: Tates Creek Hoedown, come dressed in costume. 10:30 a.m. For all ages. Info: 231-5580.

Saturday 29 Lexington Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 1. Bluegrass Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 1. Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 1. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner, Annual In-Store Trick or Treat. Come in your Halloween costume, share spooky songs and stories then trick-or-treat around Joseph-Beth. 11 a.m. Lexington Green. Info: 273-2911. Bleu Plate Walking Tour: See Oct. 1. The Mad Potter: Family Fun & Pizza Night. See Oct. 1. Sayre School: Upper School Drama presents John Cariana’s “Almost, Maine.” 3 p.m. Downtown Arts Center. Tickets: 2250370.

Musikgarten with Jennifer Tutt: See Oct. 7.

Bi-Water Farm: All You Can Carry, load up your arms with all the pumpkins you can hold for $10. No bags, buckets, etc; allowed. 877 Cincinnati Road, Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676.

Kiwanis Club of Lexington: 10th annual “Kiwanis for Kids” fundraiser. Silent auction and entertainment at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., live auction at 8 p.m. $50 per person. Griffin Gate Marriott Resort. Info: 576-3406.

Boyd Orchards: Harvest Festival, featuring food, farm animals, a corn maze and more. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Noon-6 p.m. Sunday. $7 adult, $10 child.1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: 873-3097.

Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me dance classes. See Oct. 7.

Wild Thyme: Trick or Treating at Wild Thymes, 6 - 8 p.m. 1060 Chinoe Rd. Info: 523-COOK.

Sayre School: Upper School Drama presents John Cariana’s “Almost, Maine.” 7 p.m. Downtown Arts Center. Tickets: 225-0370.

The Lexington School: Bill Samuels of Makers Mark is honored in recognition of Dyslexia Awareness Month. 7 p.m. Free. 1050 Lane Allen Road. Info: 278-0501 or thelexingtonschool.org. UK Volleyball: UK vs. South Carolina. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 1-800-928-2287. The Mad Potter: Friday Night Live Music. See Oct. 7. Bluegrass Railroad Museum: Haunted Train Ride. See Oct. 21. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Beaumont Boo Bash, come in costume and join a trick-or-treat parade through the library. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages

Good Foods Market and Cafe: Green Sprouts Kids Club: decorate fall and Halloween goodies. 10-11 a.m. Free. 455 Southland Drive. Info: 278-1813. Carnegie Center: Saturday Seminars: Public Speaking for Writers. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $40. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 254-4175. Light the Night: Fall family event featuring inflatables, face-painting, live music and more. 5-9 p.m. Free. Consolidated Baptist Church, 1625 Russell Cave Rd. Info: 983-2731. Raven Run: Stargazing. 7 p.m. Free. Registration required. Info: 272-6105.

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Bi-Water Farm: Last day of AutumnFest, enjoy a spooky farmhouse, pumpkins, a corn maze and more. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $9 per person, children under 2 free. 877 Cincinnati Road, Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676.

Lex Public Library: Northside Branch: A Very Scary Fairy Tale, hear stories and paint a jacko’lantern. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Ages 8-11. Reservations required. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See Oct. 1.

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Lexington Farmer’s Market: See Oct. 2. Bleu Plate Walking Tour: See Oct. 2. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby and Me. See Oct. 2. Sayre School: Upper School Drama presents John Cariana’s “Almost, Maine.” 3 p.m. Downtown Arts Center. Tickets: 225-0370. UK Men’s Soccer: UK vs. SMU. Noon. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Info: 1-800-928-2287. Div. of Parks & Rec: Thriller Parade and Halloween Extravaganza. Pre-show begins at 7 p.m. at CentrePointe. Dance and Parade begins at 8:30 p.m. from Main St. to Mill St. After party will follow at Cheapside Park. To participate call 254-9790. For info:

Carnegie Center: Internet Basics 1, 2, 3. 5:30-7 p.m. Monday-Wednesday. $30. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd Street. Info: 254-4175. Wild Thyme: Trick or Treating at Wild Thymes, 6 - 8 p.m. 1060 Chinoe Rd. Info: 523-COOK Lex Public Library: Central Library: Kirby’s Halloween Spooktacular, come in costume for stories, games and more. 10 a.m. Ages 3-5. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Eagle Creek Branch: Halloween Fun, come in costume for stories, songs and mini-trick-or-treating. Ages 2-5. Reservations required. Info: 231-5560. Village Branch: Homework Help. See Oct. 3. Halloween en Village, bring the kids for some spooky Halloween fun. 5-6 p.m. Ages third grade & up. Info: 231-5575. Y

Dress your pups for Halloween and take them trick-or-treating at the library! Treats for all. Prizes for best costumes. For registration or more information, visit our web site. All dogs must be leashed.

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Family Health

Tips for a Healthier Lifestyle by Dr. Diana Hayslip

foods: fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low- or nonfat dairy. u Drink plenty of water. chool has started -- which is a u Make home-cooked nutritious good time for your family to meals instead of eating out. start living a healthier lifestyle. u Eat meals together. As parents, you can set an example Turn off computers, televisions and of a balanced lifestyle by being active, game systems and enjoy conversation. eating healthy, and showing your u Don’t skip breakfast. children how great you feel. Breakfast helps active families get With hope, they’ll join your effort. the fuel they need to think faster and As you start your journey to live more clearly. healthier, make sure you include fun u Don’t eat because you’re bored, activities for everyone in the family sad or angry. and include the kids in meal planning. u Keep healthy snacks on hand. This makes it easier to accomplish Making small changes to the way your goals. your family eats can improve your health considerably. The key is to Nutrition Tips keep choosing healthy foods and stay u Eat vitamin- and mineral-rich in touch with your family doctor, so he or she knows how you Dr. Diana Hayslip is a native of Ohio and a Northeastern are doing.

Ohio Universities College of Medicine graduate. She moved to Kentucky with her husband and three daughters in 2007 when she joined Family Practice Associates of Lexington at 1775 Alysheba Way. Info: 278-5007 or www.fpalex.com.

Exercise Tips

u Get 30 to 60 minutes of physical activity every

day. Use 10-15 minute sessions to reach your goal. u Limit screen time. No more than one hour a day of TV, computer and video game time. u Take a walk, bike ride, or go swimming as a family. Because kids are often involved in sports, they may have more opportunities to get exercise than you do. Try these simple tips to do more walking. u Park the car in a spot farther away from your office, school or store. u Take the stairs. u Use an exercise machine while watching television. u Walk to do errands. u Walk around the ball fields or courts while your kids are practicing. Balanced nutrition and regular exercise are good for your health, even if your weight never changes. Try to set goals that you have a good chance of reaching. Y

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Keep It Real Unveils New, Improved Website By Elizabeth Anderson-Hoagland As the Keep It Real - Don’t Drink video contest enters its eighth year, Keep It Real organizers have unveiled a new and improved website at http://keep-it-real.us. For the past seven years, the Keep It Real Contest has asked high school students to submit 30-second public service announcement videos on the dangers of underage drinking. Just as the contest features fresh and exciting videos, the new website captures that same freshness and excitement with resources for teachers, students and families. w Teachers Have you ever wondered if your prevention efforts are making a difference? They are! The “Does Prevention Work?” section offers statistical proof that drinking and drug abuse are not inevitable for our youth. Give your film students the tools they need to succeed with Keep It Real. For those students entering the contest, check out the “Film Tips” section for production tips, simple storyboard worksheets and more. Families Year after year, youth tell us they are less likely to drink alcohol because they participated in the Keep It Real Contest. Our website has details on the contest so your child can participate. Maybe you parents have wondered how you can help.

Check out the “Get Involved” section of the website for ideas. We also have resources in case you know someone struggling with alcohol or other drugs. Youth Young people hear a lot of talk about alcohol from adults, peers and the media. Learn to separate fact from fiction in our “Myths” section. Want to be famous? The grand-prize winning video in the Keep It Real Contest will be shown on TV and during the pre-show at area movie theaters. See the winning videos from previous years on the website to get ideas. Have a song in your heart? Enter an original music piece in the Keep It Real Contest and you can win free time at a professional recording studio. w Along with our new website, the Keep It Real Contest can now be found on Facebook (link available on the website). The Keep It Real Facebook page will feature updates on the contest, as well as facts and tidbits about how to prevent substance abuse and underage alcohol use. Keep It Real is an opportunity for the community to come together and emphasize that underage drinking is unacceptable. You can make a difference in your community, too! To find ideas on how you can get involved, visit http://keep-itreal.us. Elizabeth Anderson-Hoagland, MPH, is a Prevention Specialist at Bluegrass Prevention Center. Info: 225-3296. Y

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Family Health

Vision Therapy Helps Pair of Sisters

hen Mike and Renee Ward’s daughter Anna came home in first grade upset that her friends could read books, he was concerned that the confidence he saw in his daughter was fading. Fortunately, Anna’s first grade teacher recommended Dr. Rick Graebe, a Versailles optometrist, for Vision Therapy treatment. After 30 weeks of treatment, Anna’s vision has vastly improved. “Anna’s come a long way. She wants to read and enjoys it. It’s really helped a lot,” Ward said. Anna’s eyes were essentially not working together, making it difficult for her to track words across the page. Dr. Graebe and his staff used a variety Dr. Rick Graebe Family Eyecare Associates and Children’s Vision and Learning Center 105 Crossfield Drive, Versailles www.myfamilyvision.com / 859.879.3665.

“No way,” Mike Ward said about eye surgery for his daughter. “Dr. Graebe is adamantly opposed to that and I agree with his philosophy.” of strategies to help Anna. They had sessions where she would bounce a ball while wearing an eye patch or touch each finger with her thumb to the rhythm of a metronome. “They make it a game and have a lot of fun,” Ward said. The sessions are similar to physical therapy, designed to integrate the brain with both sides of the body. Now in third grade, Anna does well on reading comprehension and is writing her own stories. Recently, she completed a little book called “Captain Carrot” about a carrot that lives in the refrigerator. “She has greatly, greatly improved. She’s back in control again,” Ward said. Ward didn’t hesitate to return to Dr. Graebe when he realized his younger daughter Taylor’s left eye was turned in.

Taylor, 5, was beginning to turn her head to see things and had a problem with depth perception. Before therapy, she needed to touch something to recognize what it was. In therapy, Taylor wears red-green colored lenses and traces letters to help develop her motor skills. Other doctors routinely prescribe surgery for problems like Taylor’s. “No way,” Ward said. “Dr. Graebe is adamantly opposed to that and I agree with his philosophy.” Without surgery, Taylor’s left eye is beginning to turn back. The results have helped with her reading and in other, unexpected ways. “It’s worth it to have my kids be able to read,” Ward said. “Taylor is playing soccer and she can actually see to kick the ball.”Y

Is your child having a hard time in school? Come to our free workshop on Tuesday, October 11th from 6:30-7:30!

Many kids are misdiagnosed with ADHD or a learning disability, when the actual problem is vision-related. Even with 20/20 vision, the eyes may not work together. This causes headaches, fatigue, and lack of concentration. Sound familiar? Some doctors would suggest medicating your child. Perhaps a better option is a breakthrough treatment called Vision Therapy. As one of only five board certified Vision Therapy practices in Kentucky, Family Eyecare Associates has helped many children succeed in school, without the need for glasses or unnecessary medication. Attend our next free workshop from 6:30-7:30 on Tuesday, October 11th!

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Family Health

Want to Prevent the Flu? Get Your Shot

is “close enough” to the one in the vaccine. Most flu vaccine is made from killed strains of the influenza virus. Redness and soreness at the injection site can follow a flu shot. Some people suffer brief muscle aches and fever, but this is not really “the flu” because the viruses in the vaccine are dead. Live flu vaccine, made from weakened influenza strains, is squirted up the nose and can cause brief cold symptoms. This vaccine can be given to those who are 2 years old or older and are otherwise healthy. To help prevent the flu, sick people should be avoided, and people sick with the flu should stay home from school or work until they have had no fever for at least 24 hours. Washing your hands often is also helpful. Antiviral drugs can help decrease the severity and length of symptoms. These drugs are used in those who are at high risk for hospitalization with influenza -- pregnant women, young children, those 65 years or older, and those with certain chronic health conditions. Unfortunately, some strains of influenza have already become resistant to some antiviral medications, and there can be shortages of some of these medications. In other words, prevention is the way to go when it comes to the flu.Y

Dr. Charles Ison is a University of Kentucky graduate who has practiced in his hometown of Lexington since 1993. He is a partner in Pediatric and Adolescent Associates.

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lu season is approaching. In the U.S., the flu season usually peaks in January or February, but it can sometimes start as early as October (or earlier) and end as late as May. Each year in the U.S., anywhere from 3,000 to 49,000 people die from influenza. While most of the deaths are in those older than 64, the second highest number occurs in those under 2. Young children are just as likely to be hospitalized with the flu as seniors. Influenza is caused by two main types of influenza virus, A and B. Each type contains a number of different strains because the viruses are good at changing themselves around by recombining and mutating. One of the most important ways to help prevent influenza is to get a flu shot. It is now recommended by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) that everyone 6 months and older should get the influenza vaccine. Each year, World Health Organization officials look at data and make their best guess as to which strains of influenza virus will be circulating during the upcoming season. A vaccine is then made using two of the influenza A strains and one of the B strains. Even if the WHO guesses incorrectly, the flu vaccine will still sometimes protect us because the strain circulating

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Scholar Athlete of the Month Runner Wins Two State Titles Before 9th Grade

ew athletes can match the startling debut of Maddox Patterson, a freshman at Sayre School who burst out of the starting gate as an unknown to become one of the state’s best cross-country runners. And no one saw this coming. A basketball player growing up, Maddox went out for the Sayre middle school track team as a sixth-grader. Coach Colleen Cornelius liked what she saw and urged Maddox to join the middle school cross-country team.

just pulled away. It was very exciting.” And a sign of things to come. That spring in the track season, Maddox placed second in the state in the 3200 and third in the 1600. That set the stage for a dominant eighth-grade cross-country season when Maddox won 10 of 11 races, set nine course records and won her second straight state 1-A title with a time of 18:23. In last spring’s track season, Maddox again finished second in the state in the

School: Sayre School • Grade: 9th • Sport: Cross-country, track, basketball.• Academics: Maddox is an honor roll student and citizenship award winner. Parents: Jane & “B” What a great call by Coach Cornelius. Halfway through the season, Maddox moved up to varsity, and then stunned everyone by winning the regional meet. A week later, still a virtual unknown, she stunned everyone again, winning the 1-A state championship with a time of 19:42. “Everybody was surprised,” her mother Jane said. “Maddox started the race out front with all the best runners and then

3200 and helped the Sayre 4 x 800 relay team win the state title. This cross-country season looks like more of the same with Maddox winning her first two races of the year. “I really like long distances,” Maddox said in typical understatement. She’s as modest as she is talented. “I like the sport and that makes me want to do well,” she said. “It feels good after a workout. It feels like you’ve

Maddox Patterson accomplished something.” Another understatement, considering she runs six days a week, covering 25-30 miles. Maddox also plays basketball. In eighth grade, she was the point guard on the JV team and also played on the varsity. “She has a great work ethic,” her mother said. “She has a drive and determination. She never misses a crosscountry practice.” Maddox has the same drive in the classroom. She’s an honor roll student who was voted the class citizenship award by her fellow seventh-graders and won the Todd O’Neill Award for scholarship, athletics and service as an eighth-grader. She also is an avid reader with a particular fondness for books about dogs. She bakes a mean chocolate chip pumpkin bread, and she’s an amateur photographer. All of that and two state titles. And she’s been in high school for little over a month. Her future seems limitless. Y

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You’ll love polar bear cubs Qannik, a 125 pound ball of fur and exuberant energy and playful 2-year old Siku – plus Arki our majestic adult bear. And you won’t want to miss our grizzly bear family – Mom Inga and her rambunctious cubs Otis and Rita! Bear Schedules: To keep them healthy and engaged the bears rotate in and out of the two major exhibit spaces on an unpredictable schedule. Check the website for details, photos and videos.

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You won’t want to miss the baby giraffe, the NEW 4-D ride film YOGI BEAR – The Wild Ride and all the fabulous animals of course!

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Join us for the sweetest not-so-scary Halloween Party in town. Meet your favorite costumed characters in fanciful storybook scenes throughout the Zoo: • • • • •

Mumpkin the Talking Pumpkin Land of Oz Super Hero City Pirate’s Cove Princess Castle and more!

Plus there’s trick-or-treating for kids 11 and under. Tickets available at Zoo, online and at Meijer (Louisville) Animal exhibits are not typically open beyond dusk. Sponsored by

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December 10-11, 17-18 Special Tickets required. Santa, elves, cookies, hot chocolate and animal encounters and more equals family fun! Tickets available online only after October 17. Additional support

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