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Editor’s Note Not to Worry: Delayed Adulthood Is a Good Thing

contents Out & About in the Bluegrass Win a trip at the Elder Care Tour, LCT auditions, Monkey Joe’s, Halloween Happenings and more.

Family Favorites Find all of our readers’ favorite places and spaces.

Visit Scott County There are so many things to do in Scott County as the leaves start to turn and the apples are ripe.

Private School Open Houses Fall is an excellent time to learn more about private schools.

All Things Party Check out our guide to the best birthday parties around.

Fall Festivals You won’t want to miss the beauty of the Bluegrass this season.

in every issue 38 / Dr. Graebe 40 / Pediatric Corner 42-53 / Calendar 54 / KU’s Scholar Athlete 55 / Asbury’s Educator of the Month

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recent article in the New York Times that argued for the benefits of delayed adulthood resonated with me primarily because my son is 22 and typifies a widespread demographic trend in the U.S. A large scale study conducted in the late 1970s shows that each generation of Americans is taking longer to finish school, establish financial independence, marry and have children.

Today’s 25-year-olds, compared to their parents at the same age, are twice as likely to still be students, only half as likely to be married and 50% more likely to be receiving financial assistance from their parents.

Not surprisingly, this has prompted much hand-wringing by my generation – some chastising their kids for laziness and others blaming poor job prospects as the culprit.

A third choice is available – acknowledging that delayed adulthood is a good thing for young people, an argument based on research showing that a young person’s brain remains “plastic” well into his 20s.

That research allows us to conclude that such traditional markers of adulthood as 18 and 21 years old are arbitrary and outdated.

Like with so many other developmental changes in childhood – sleeping on their own, starting school, mastering the multiplication tables – our kids can benefit from the gift of time.

Realizing that college graduation is no more of a finish line than any other developmental advance can be liberating for both parent and child.

But I can hear my fellow Boomers grumbling. Acceptance and patience are difficult. It’s the same for me.

As my son samples a variety of jobs, avocations, interests etc., I experience familiar fears -- Will he ever settle down? Will he ever by self-sufficient?

That reminds me of so many other sleep-threatening fears – Will he ever sleep through the night? Stop breast-feeding? Get toilet trained?

At the time, I actually feared that the answer to those questions was “No.” He would remain stuck in that developmental stage forever.

Obviously, that didn’t happen. And, I tell myself, I trust a similar outcome with my current doubts.

For Jack, like so many others of his age, life will sort itself out.

All they need is a little time and our patience. Y

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Youth Ballet ...No Dream is Too BIG!

“Art, the Emperor learns, lies not only in the pleasure an audience derives from a fanciful distraction, but in the artist’s own pursuit of beauty— her impulse to express herself in song, even when no one is listening”.

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Experience the magic of a bird’s song in Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Nightingale” ballet on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 25 at 3 & 7 p.m. at the Singletary Center Recital Hall.

Lexington Family has 3 sets of 2 tickets to give away.

Malco Cinema Winchester The fabulously renovated Malco Cinema in Winchester features Dolby Surround Sound and rocking chair seats. Lexington Family has 3 packs of four tickets to give away to lucky readers this month.

Transformers: Age of Extinction Enjoy the explosive action of the newest Transformers movie with your favorite Autobots in a special Blu-Ray Combo pack featuring 3 exciting hours of special features. Lexington Family has 3 Blu-Ray combo packs to give away.

To register, visit www.lexingtonfamily.com or call 223-1765 by the contest deadline of Friday, Oct. 17.

Identify which advertisement contains the icon of the smiling woman’s face pictured here and tell us where you picked up the magazine.

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True Education Is Found Here.

“Whatever is true . . . think about these things . . . practice these things.”

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or the second year in a row, Lexington Family will offer an exciting giveaway contest to attendees of the 14th annual Elder Care tour in November.

The magazine is giving away three Gaylord Opryland Vacation Packages, including two nights accommodation for two, two tickets to “ICE!,” featuring “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” and two tickets to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.

The package also includes tickets for two to “Restless Heart: A Season of Harmony” dinner show, Treasures for the Holidays and a ride on the Delta Riverboat inside the hotel.

To enter, merely visit one of the retirement communities participating in the Tour, which is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 9, 1:30-5 p.m.

The names of all communities with directions and descriptions will be published in the November issue of Lexington Family Magazine.

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ot only can you enter to win the exciting prize on the Tour, you can educate yourself about housing options for older adults in Central Kentucky, which features some of the best retirement communities in the state.

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their adult children or other caregivers.

All too often, older adults and Sandwich Generation folks find themselves forced by crisis to make immediate decisions about their own care, the care of a spouse or the care of an aging parent.

Having to make these sorts of decisions under a deadline can cause stress for the whole family.

What if you knew ahead of time what facilities and services were available for yourself or your loved ones?

What if you knew where you’d like to retire or where you could go for rehabilitation services?

The Tour can provide those answers.

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n Sunday, Nov. 10, from 1:30-5 p.m., participating retirement communities in Central Kentucky will host free open houses.

The open houses are designed to let older adults, their adult children and other caregivers educate themselves about elder care housing options in a relaxed, unpressured atmosphere.

Mark your calendar for this event, and get your copy of the November issue or visit our website for details.

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LCT Auditions For Christmas Show Set for October

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he Lexington Children’s Theatre will host auditions this month for the beloved holiday classic, “A Charlie Brown Christmas.”

Auditions are held by appointment only on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 1-3 p.m. and 4-6 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 12 from 1-3 p.m., 4-6 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.; and Monday, Oct. 13 from 7-9 p.m.

Callbacks are Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 15 & 16 from 6-10 p.m. Roles are available for ages 9-99.

Performances at the Lexington Opera House will be Nov. 19-Dec. 8. For an appointment, call 254-4546 ext. 310. ssssssssssss Halloween will be extra spooky with LCT’s performance of “MisterE of Imagination: Tales of Edgar Allen Poe.” Showtimes are Saturday, Oct. 25 at 2 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 26 at 7 p.m.; and Friday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m.

Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for children.

Recommended for ages 9 & up, the performances will be at the LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 2544546 or www.lctonstage.org. Y

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he Living Arts & Science Center is turning No School days into fun, hands-on experiences for all ages on Oct. 2, 3, 13 & 14. When classes are out for Fall Break, kids can attend classes such as Hand Puppet Pals, Drawing Cartoons, Paper Toys, Comic-Book Drawing and more.

Professional artists lead the sessions for students kindergarten12th grade.

Classes are 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Partial and full day schedules are available. Class prices vary.

Scholarships are available. Info: 2525222 or www.lasclex.org. Y

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he birth of Monkey a separate area called the Mini Joe’s in Lexington is Monkey Zone to keep them directly linked to owner safe from being run over by Kelly Van Metre’s experience enthusiastic older children. as a mother.

Cleanliness is another top When her daughter was 2, priority, one that Kelly as a Kelly searched in vain for a healthcare provider embraces. safe, clean place for her child The staff uses Swisher Hygiene to play that was also parent to sanitize all surfaces at friendly with WiFi, TVs and Monkey Joe’s, eliminating comfortable seating.

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“We recognized a need for a But fun is also on the unique experience for children agenda at Monkey Joe’s, and and adults,” Kelly said. the recent upgrade of the Mini So Kelly, a pediatric nurse practitioner, and her husband, Ray, an ENT doctor “We recognized a need for a at Central Baptist, researched franchise unique experience for children opportunities that and adults.” would allow them to offer the kind Monkey Zone showcases that. of facility for kids that they The centerpiece is a huge would feel comfortable letting rotating monkey that kids their own child enjoy. love to climb on.

And so was born Monkey All toys are interactive and Joe’s of Lexington in 2010. developmentally appropriate, Kelly and Ray, who have from the balloon pop game to since had two more children, the floor and wall keyboards. are proud of the business they “I’m a mother and our have built. general manager is also a The inflatable playground, mother,” Kelly said. at 1850 Bryant Road in the “We have our fingers on the Hamburg area, is a 16,000 pulse of what parents want for square-foot space with giant their children.” inflatable slides, jumps and Parents are not forgotten obstacle courses, birthday either – comfortable seating, party rooms, an arcade and flat screen TVs and free WiFi toddler play area. are part of the Monkey Joe’s Safety comes first at experience.

Monkey Joe’s with a “Chimp Monkey Joe’s is open Check” at the front door Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-7 where wrist bands are issued p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-8:30 to kids and parents. p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 No adults are allowed in p.m. without a child, and no child is allowed to leave without the Info: 264-0405 or http:// correct parents. monkeyjoes.com/LexingtonThe smallest kids also have ky. Y

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right Nights return for its scariest year ever to Jacobson Park this Halloween season.

Three different attractions are open during Fright Nights – the Dark Forest, 12 Doors and Entrapment.

There is no age limit, but it is strongly discouraged for children under the age of 13. No costumes allowed. Tickets start at $14, with speed passes to bypass lines available for purchase.

Open Thursdays & Sundays 7:3010 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays 7:30-11:30 p.m. through Nov. 2. Info: 229-4335.

Fewer scares are in store at the Little Goblins Galore Halloween party at McConnell Springs on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Children ages 12 & under can trick-or-treat in costume along a trail of friendly characters. The event will also include a petting zoo, carnival games and special entertainment. $5 per child, parents

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Explore the mysteries of the natural world with Halloween at Raven Run on Friday, Oct. 17. Mysteries of the Night will include darkened trails, a

Be seen, not scared at the Louisville Zoo’s “World’s Largest Halloween Party” Oct. 3-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23-26 & 30. Every evening, from 5 to 8 p.m., is filled with magical Halloween fun for the whole family with trick-or-treating for kids 11 and under.

Wander the hay maze, meet the Giant Talking Pumpkin and enjoy the zoo.

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Newton’s Attic Gets $25,000 Grant

he Messer Construction Co. Foundation presented a $25,000 grant to Newton’s Attic, a Lexington organization that provides area students, parents and teachers with unique educational experiences by offering STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) resources.

Newton’s Attic plans to use the funding to renovate the interior space of its instructional building. Renovations are scheduled for completion in early 2015.

Bill Cloyd, president and founder of Newton’s Attic, said the grant will help expand the facility’s capacity.

Cloyd, an engineer by trade, founded Newton’s Attic in 1998 with the purpose of stimulating local interest in STEM fields. Newton’s Attic promotes STEM courses and career fields in physics and engineering via an engaging, hands-on learning atmosphere in its classes and summer camps.

Spots are still available for Newton’s Attic’s fall and fall break sessions. The fall session is an after-school program that runs until Oct. 30. During fall break, 6 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

or guardians admitted for free. Info: 288-2900.

Zombies return to Lexington for the annual Thriller Parade and Halloween Extravaganza on Sunday, Oct. 26. Halloween festivities will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Courthouse plaza downtown.

The live performance of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” will begin at 8 p.m. at Quality and Main streets, and continue down Main Street until Mill Street. The rain date for the event is Oct. 27. Those who wish to participate in the “Thriller” reenactment should contact Mecca Live at 254-9790 or meccadancestudio@gmail.com. For more info: 288-2925.

parade of pumpkins, ghost stories, an unusual cabinet of curiosities and free refreshments.

Spooky prizes will be given to all young participants. The programs begin at 7 and 9 p.m.

A daytime version of Halloween at Raven Run will be held Sunday, Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. Cabinet of Natural Curiosities will explore the wonders of the nature center, include ghost stories, a tour of the historic home Space is limited and preregistration is required for admittance to both programs. Info: 272-6105.

Newton’s Attic will offer both halfday and full-day programs. Info: www. newtonsattic.com.

Asbury Ranked No. 1

Asbury University has been named as the No. 1 Regional College (South) in the country by U.S. News and World Report.

This is the fourth consecutive year Asbury has been ranked in the Top 5 in the South, and Asbury is the only school in Kentucky ranked in the Top 25 in any of the overall-university ranking categories.

The U.S. News ranking system is based on indicators of academic quality, such as graduation and retention rates, student selectivity, class size and financial resources. A few of the high marks that lift Asbury to the head of the class in the rankings include: • Asbury’s graduation rate is predicted higher than any other college or university in the rankings • Asbury is one of only four schools in the rankings with a freshman retention

rate of 80% or better • Maintaining smaller, more focused classroom sizes, Asbury’s student/faculty ratio is an impressive 13/1 • Asbury has more than 50 majors, more than 150 student organizations, degree-completion, and graduate and high school dual-enrollment programs.

PTA Fundraiser

The 16th District PTA invites the Lexington community to join more than 35 PTA’s for the PTA 5K & Color Craze on Sunday, Oct. 19. The event raises funds for the Healthy Lifestyles initiative for district schools.

Activities kick off at 1:30 p.m. at the Coldstream Research campus Legacy Trail with a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk. The 1-mile Color Craze begins at 1:45 p.m., where participants are covered in brightcolored cornstarch throughout the run.

The 5K Run/Walk begins at 2:30 p.m.

Food, music and family activities will follow the race. Registration is $25 on race day. Info: www.PTA5K.com. Y

We Saved Space For You!

Free Festival sponsored by Central Bank & Trust Company

Enjoy our artist alley. Kids display & sell their original artwork! Fun activities include making snow balls, exploring gadgets, creating Lexington’s skyline, and much more!

Bring the whole family to Triangle Park!

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Hours: Tues-Fri 9-5; Sat 10-5 CLOSED Sunday, Monday, and all state holidays

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What to Do When He Says: ‘I Want Purple Hair’

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ou might have seen it coming. Or you might be caught completely off guard. Your middle/high-schooler wants to dye his hair a wild color.

Or get a Mohawk. Or have a body piercing.

What is the best way to handle this request? What will meet your longterm goal of raising a responsible, competent, well-adjusted adult?

The secret lies in choosing to respond rather than react to the request. Here is what each sounds like, and what each has the potential to create: Reaction: “Are you out of your mind?” “No selfrespecting son of mine is dying his hair!”

“No way, no how!”

This may create loss of connection, rebellion (i.e., “Just watch me!”), sadness, and resentment.

If you are lucky, your child may just accept your edict and be no worse for the wear, but your relationship is more likely to be disturbed, especially if you have a habit of responding in this way much of the time.

Response: “That’s an interesting request. Tell me why you’d like to do that.” “I’ve never thought about you with purple hair. Have you thought about green?” “I’d like to know why that would be important to you.”

This doesn’t mean you are going to say yes.

It means you respect your young adult’s emerging self, and you want to learn more about her values and thoughts.

This is more likely to create connection,

an opportunity to learn about your child’s world and what is important to her.

Other things to keep in mind as you choose your response are normal developmental issues for your child’s age, what is going on in their life, your desire to raise an independent, resourceful, competent adult, and your own values.

Further considerations: t Is the request for something temporary (haircut, color) or permanent (piercing, tattooing)? t Is the child doing well and accepting responsibilities for school work and home? t Wait 30 days. This can help distinguish a whim from a real desire. t Make it conditional. “Let’s talk about it again when we see your report card.” t Make an agreement. “You can dye the bottom half of your hair for the summer as long as you agree to cut it off before school starts.”

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Lesley Iwinski MD is a Lexington mother of three children, ages 18-24, a family physician and the founding director of Growing Peaceful Families. She offers classes, workshops and seminars based on the work of Kathryn Kvols, author of Redirecting Children’s Behavior.

Info for Lesley: (859) 333-3053 or www.GrowingPeacefulFamilies.com. E-mail questions for Lesley to john@lexingtonfamily.com or encourage1another@twc.com.

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ead downtown on Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m.4 p.m. as the Explorium of Lexington celebrates its 25th Museum-Go-Round.

As the only local craft fair that features the work of kids under the age of 18, it’s great fun for the whole family at Triangle Park.

Enjoy the ooey-gooey science booth provided by Alltech, Ask A Vet with Banfield Pet Hospital, Bugs with the UK Entomology Dept., the Tinker Take Apart Table, Brix (which are like giant legos for the children to make creations), bouncey houses, live music and Cambo the Clown.

Kids also can enjoy Hula Hooping, Trivia with Local Trivia Action (fun kid and grown-up trivia with prizes), Fall Snow Pit (make a snow ball when it’s warm outside).

The event also features a Community Art Project where children will put their finger prints on a skyline painting of Lexington to be hung in the Explorium.

Young artists are invited to participate in the Artists Alley where they can sell their arts and crafts creations.

Admission is free. The artists’ booth fee is $25. To reserve your spot, call Kalli at 258-3253 or email her at turner@explorium.com. Y

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my new heartbeat Like most moms in the world, I consider myself pretty busy. My planner is full of deadlines, ballet classes, birthdays, reminders and various appointments.

When I start flipping through the days, I can’t seem to figure out where to write “Have Another Baby.”

Knowing we wanted more children was easy, but then we realized we actually needed to decide when.

d i g i t a l Oct. @ LexingtonFamily.com Parenting Questions Each month we consult with experts – our readers! – about parenting and ask a question on our Facebook page. Here are some answers to last month’s question: “What is your best budget advice for new parents?” t “Invest more in experiences and invest less in ‘stuff.’” – Katelyn Dooley

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just right to conceive a baby.

It makes you wonder how MTV made an entire franchise of teens making this happen accidentally.

Finally, is our First Born ready for the changes a new baby would bring?

Is she emotionally ready to share the spotlight, and is she independent enough to handle me focusing on another child?

I’d like to say yes, but there are too many books on sibling rivalry to make me think it’s that simple.

Wanting another baby and actually trying for another baby are two completely different things.

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t “Look for coupons and save them when you find them.

Contact companies or look at their website before buying their products because they usually have coupons or will send you samples.” – Kali Elizabeth Gillum. t “Definitely buy everything from consignment stores, toys, clothes, etc. They grow way too fast and lose interest way too often to pay full price for anything.” – Ashley Kay Waters.

Facebook Feedback Question for October: “Who is your parenting role model and why?”

Answer our Facebook Feedback question and you could see your answer in the magazine!

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Do You Need a Doula?: Learn more about the role a doula can play in your birth, and what questions to ask when looking for one.

Halloween Fun: Looking for a costume that works with your baby bump or your newborn? Check out our Pinterest board for creative costume ideas! Pinterest.com/ BabyBumpLex. Fall Baby Food: Making your own puree can be easy. Read our tips and recipes for cooking squash, pumpkin and more for your baby this month.

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Are we comfortable enough to provide all the diapers and childcare an infant would need?

Our bank statement kept us from considering more kids for a long time.

What about timing?

What about our trip to Disney World next year? Can’t be due too close to that. I need to be able to ride the Spinning Teacups!

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t “Breastfeed if at all possible. Formula costs are astronomical! And breastmilk is free! Not to mention all of the benefits for both mother and child.” – Kayla Antoine.

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And many of us also have favorite restaurants, favorite health-care providers, favorite veterinarians and even favorite field trips for our kids.

We asked for your nominations in the spring and then over the summer more than 1,200 of you voted in our fifth annual Family Favorites Survey, earning a chance to win a two-night getaway for a family of four at Wilderness at the Smokies.

Here are the Family Favorite winners for 2014:

Favorite School Field Trip Boyd Orchards

Favorite Local Day Camp Lexington Children’s Theatre

Favorite Overnight Camp 4-H Summer Camp

Favorite Academic Camp Living Arts & Science Center Favorite Sports Camp Transylvania Sports Camps Favorite Art/Dance Camp Lexington Dance Factory Favorite Gymnastics/ Cheer Center Legacy All Sports Favorite Dance Studio Lexington Dance Factory Favorite Martial Arts Program YMCA of Central Ky.

Favorite Music Program Lexington Philharmonic

Favorite Veterinarian Chevy Chase Animal Clinic

Favorite Horseback Riding Program Kentucky Horse Park

Favorite Maternity/ Baby Business Baby Moon

Favorite Tutoring/ Learning Center Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning

Favorite Museum The Explorium of Lexington

Favorite Bookstore Joseph-Beth Booksellers Favorite Consignment Shop Once Upon a Child Favorite Photographer Holifield Photography Favorite Pediatric Dentist Pediatric Dentistry of Hamburg Favorite Orthodontist Bluegrass Orthodontics Favorite Pediatrician Pediatric & Adolescent Associates

Favorite Kid Friendly Restaurant Chick-fil-A

Favorite Frozen Treat Shop Orange Leaf

Favorite Place for Boys Birthday Parties Monkey Joe’s

Favorite Place for Girls Birthday Parties The Mad Potter Favorite Birthday Cake Maker Magee’s Bakery Favorite Day Trip Newport Aquarium Please see Favorites Pg. 14 }

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Favorite Movie Theater Cinemark - Fayette Mall

Favorite Car Wash Jeff’s Car Wash

Favorite Free Family Fun Site The Arboretum

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Favorite Amusement Park Disney World

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Focus On. . .

Scott County Lexington’s next door neighbor is Scott County, home to Georgetown. Here’s our list of top things to do in Scott County.

* Annual Festival of the Horse Celebrate the role of the horse to the history of Scott County with exhibits, concessions, arts & crafts, a carnival and 5k run. This year the festival is Oct. 3-5, preceded by the Fireman’s Chili Cook-Off on Oct. 2. Friday features the Colt and Filly Children’s Parade, the Fun-time Carnival, live entertainment, and arts and crafts. Saturday features the Grand Horse Parade, petting zoo, pony rides and Kid Zone. The weekend concludes Sunday with a Pet Parade, Blessing of The Animals, Horse Show and musical shows on the Main Stage. All events are free. Downtown Georgetown. www. festivalofthehorse.org

* Toyota Motor Manufacturing

in the old Post Office at 229 East Main St. Open Wed.-Sat. Info: (502) 863-6201.

* Royal Springs Park

As one of Kentucky’s loveliest and longest creeks, the Elkhorn is ideal for mild white water canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Rent canoes at Canoe Kentucky or take a guided tour. Along the creek is the Elkhorn Corridor Trail System, which includes several segments of varying lengths, some that are handicap accessible. Info: (800) 522-6631.

* Georgetown/Scott County Museum

This museum combines modern, natural and prehistoric history through a series of exhibits of local artifacts. It is located 16 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

This 12,000 square-foot Greek Revival-style mansion, completed in 1857, is considered one of the finest examples of a mid-nineteenth century classical building in the U.S. It is open for tours the first weekend of each month, April through November.

Located at 1782 Frankfort Road. Info: (502) 396-4257.

This is the “birthplace of bourbon” and Kentucky’s largest natural spring. It is believed that Baptist Minister Elijah Craig made the first batch of Kentucky bourbon here in 1789. The park also includes McClellan’s Fort built in 1776 and a cabin built by former slave Milton Leach in 1874. Corner of Water and West Main St. Info: (502) 863-6201.

This is Toyota’s largest plant in North America and offers a fascinating chance for visitors to look inside the process of creating a new car. Located at I-75, exit 126, 1001 Cherry Blossom Way. Guided plant tours available Monday through Friday; Reservations strongly suggested. Info: (502) 868-3027 or (800) 866-4485.

* Elkhorn Creek

* Ward Hall

* More Parks

Scott County boasts several parks for families, including the Pavilion Recreation Center, 140 Pavilion Way, which offers a skate park as well as swimming pool with a giant slide and facilities for basketball and volleyball. The Suffaleto Family Aquatic Center off Airport Road has 18,000 square feet of pools and water fun. Info: (502) 863-7865.

* Yuko-En On The Elkhorn

* Old Friends Farm for Retired Thoroughbreds

Located on Paynes Depot Road, this farm is home to more than 100 retired race horses, making it “Horse Racing’s Living History Museum.” During daily walking tours, you can meet Belmont Stakes winner Sarava, Sunshine Forever, Gulch and Popcorn Deelites, who played Seabiscuit in the movie. Info: (502) 863-1775.

* Bi-Water Farm and Greenhouse

Bi-Water offers fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers plus mini golf, a petting zoo and paintball. Bi-Water is best known for AutumnFest, held in September and October featuring a Spooky Farmhouse, Enchanted Barnyard, Pirates Cove, Trike Track, Barnyard Babies and Lost Pumpkin Mine. Open seven days a week at 877 Cincinnati Road. Info: (502) 863-3676.

* Evans Orchard and Cider Mill

This family farm offers fresh fruits, home grown apples and vegetables from May Located on the grounds of the Cardome to December. The kids will enjoy the Apple Dumpling Play Land, a giant slide, Center, this is the official KentuckyKate’s Barnyard and a hay castle. The Japanese Friendship Garden, containing Apple Orchard Café serves sandwiches, primarily native plants blended with Japanese garden principles. It’s a beautiful snacks, pies, fudge and apple cider made place for a walk. Open seven days a week on site. Located at 180 Stone Road. Info: from dawn to dusk. Info: (502) 316-4554. (502) 863-2255. Y

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Georgetown Kite and Cultural Festival At the Cardome Center in April Info: (502) 863-1575 or www.kitefest.com

400 “Horsey Hundred” Bicycle Event Memorial Day Weekend. Info: www.bgcycling.net

Homecoming Event at Old Friends Farm Fund raising event to help retired race horses in May. 1841 Paynes Depot Rd. Info: (502) 863-1775 or www.oldfriendsequine.org

Us 25 Yard Sale

Find antiques, oddities, collectables and just plain bargains in June. Info: on Facebook - U. S. 25 Yard Sale

Kiwanis/Scott County Fair

Brookings/Scott County Park, US 25 North in June.

Info: scottcountykyfair.com.

4th of July Parade

Main St., Downtown Georgetown.

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Ward Hall Candlelight Tours

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Teaching The Whole Child Research Proves That Children Learn Best by Doing, Says Sayre’s New Lower School Head, Annie Papero

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on’t expect to see many elementary students Annie Papero is the new Head of Lower School at Sayre where teaching to the whole at Sayre School using worksheets in class. Not with child with hands-on, age-appropriate activities drives the curriculum. new Lower School Head Annie Papero on campus.

Head of School Stephen Manella said. reacting when they make mistakes in Through her years of research in early “She has expertise, enthusiasm and is these areas.” education, Papero knows that to develop very approachable. We believe she can creative thinkers and problem solvers, ike Manella, Papero was drawn to connect with students, inspire teachers children need hands-on, age-appropriate Sayre because it’s a “school that and collaborate with parents.” activities where they are actively engaged values relationships, community and Papero, whose son and daughter in the learning process. diversity.” attend Sayre, spent seven years as an Children construct their conceptual “I was looking to return to working elementary and preschool teacher before understandings by interacting directly more directly with children and families,” earning her doctorate degree in child with their environment and a broad she said. development at Virginia Tech. range of ideas.

“This position pulls together the skills She worked for 10 years at the Swiss developmental psychologist I have developed over the years. I was university level conducting research Jean Piaget suggested that the work looking for a place to put best practices and training teachers, and also directed of children is “play,” and Sayre takes in place and Sayre was a great fit.” the Lucy Brock Child Development Lab this into consideration as it crafts its The wholistic educational approach Programs at Appalachian State. curriculum for young children. encompasses emotional, cognitive, Papero’s mission is to capitalize on the “My goal is to provide experiences physical and social development of the existing strengths at Sayre, which has a for our students that represent best child, all of which are intrinsically linked rich history of teaching to the whole child. practices, and the research shows that to academic success, Papero said.

The school’s Responsive Classroom children learn best by doing,” said One manifestation of that approach is approach helps Lower School students Papero, who joined Sayre this summer. the new Innovation Room, a work space learn how to cultivate respectful “We provide a balanced curriculum that reflects the school’s vision. relationships and classrooms. that teaches strong academic skills in a The room is filled with found objects “We understand that children need context that makes sense to children.” like buttons, old CDs, toilet paper rolls, to be guided in how to behave and how rocks, just about anything.

Papero is an ideal fit at Sayre because to build positive relationships in the An adult may wonder what is supposed of her research background, her work same ways that they need to be taught to happen here. A child, fueled by natural training teachers and her experience in academic skills,” she said. curiosity, digs in and starts to create. the classroom.

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Sayre School “We all learn in a social context,” Papero said, “so when a whole class is here the work can lead to debate and discussion among the students.”

Papero also kicked off the school year by having the families and faculty of the entire Lower School create scrapbooks of themselves. This is a visual reminder that the community is responsible for creating supportive networks around children.

“We want Sayre to be a safe home for every family who comes to us,” she said. “We want to be known for our strong academics, our welcoming environment and the value we place on kindness.”

The Lower School consists of grades 1-5, full-day kindergarten, plus a number of preschool choices for children 2 through 5 years old, including a multi-age Montessori program and half-day programs for 2s, 3s, and 4s.

All of those classes can be paired with the Extended Day program.

In addition, Sayre has toddler enrichment programs for children under 2. Little Artists, Little Musicians and Little Readers meet for 45 minutes one day a week with a parent or caregiver.

Said Papero of her new job: “Life in the Lower School is full of opportunities to try something new, to take a risk without fear of failure, to build new friendships and to gain a solid foundation in the academic skills that are the building blocks for success in middle school and beyond to our global world.” Y

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455 calories, almost half the calories young children need in a day.

When fruit was added to the menu students consumed as much as 196 fewer calories.

And it’s not just a matter of calorie savings. It’s also about the “walking the talk” on healthy habits for our kids so they have a chance of growing up healthy.

Kids learn what they live. And what does a table laden with unhealthy food on a regular basis teach them?

One out of three Kentucky kids is overweight or obese, 70% already have a cardiovascular risk factor and one in three infants born in Kentucky today will develop diabetes.

Kentucky ranks No. 1 in the U.S. for overweight high school students. In addition, dental health problems are rampant in our state.

A mother who attended the September SWAP rally said her family had incurred expensive dental bills as result of getting so much sugar at school.

Some have raised concerns about whether parents and schools will be able to afford the higher cost and extra time to serve healthy food at school parties.

We have addressed those concerns in a handout called The Snack Table

f you’ve been overwhelmed by the amount of junk food your children consume at school parties, you might be happy to know about the school wellness policy being proposed for all Fayette County Public Schools.

The SWAP (School Wellness Action) Team, led by the Tweens Nutrition and Fitness Coalition, is advocating for the end of the use of food as a reward and for mandatory (at least 20 minutes) of recess every day for all elementary school children.

In addition, the group proposes at least half of the food served at school parties to meet Snack Smart nutrition guidelines.

(This article will focus on the party policy, but information about the other two policies is available at www.tweenslex.org.)

Does it matter what kids eat at a school party? Isn’t it just one cupcake?

Tracey Thompson, Healthy School Coordinator for the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, did the math and found that if each child had a cupcake to celebrate the birthdays of their classmates, it could add up to 10,000 calories a year.

That’s a lot of calories for a child, particularly in a sedentary environment.

A study done by Yale researchers found that adding healthy options to the party menu actually reduced the amount of calories kids ate.

At a school party with a typical menu of cake, fruit punch, ice cream and chips each student consumes as many as

Have Your Voice Heard School Wellness Policy School Board Meetings Mondays, Oct. 13 & 27 6 p.m. / 701 East Main St. Info: 381-4100 (http://tweenslex.org/wp-content/ uploads/2013/02/Heallthy-Snacks-forSchool-Celebrations.pdf).

It includes a list of foods that have a “Price Smart” icon and are organized by snacks that are “no prep,” “low prep” and “more prep.

In order for a district-wide school wellness policy to be successful, it will take a cooperative effort among school administrators, teachers, parents and students.

If you think these policies are a good idea, please let your child’s principal, teacher and school board representative know.

(Find out who your representative is at http://www.fcps.net/administration/ board-of-education/members ).

School wellness polices will be discussed at Monday Oct. 13, and Monday Oct. 27 School Board meetings.

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parked by a grass roots fundraising campaign, the Keep It Real video contest has returned after a one-year hiatus with a bigger reach and broader mission.

Call it Keep it Real REMIX. That’s what organizers have tabbed the revived program.

When Keep It Real lost funding after nine years, organizers raised money in part by widening its reach.

The Fayette County Agency for Substance Abuse Policy (part of the DrugFreeLex coalition) has welcomed to the campaign sister agencies in Bourbon-Harrison, Clark, Estill-Powell, Madison and Mercer counties.

These groups anchored the steering committee along with Bluegrass Regional Prevention Center and Video Editing Services in Lexington.

With contributions from those groups plus dozens of businesses and individuals (including Lexington Family Magazine, a charter member of the campaign), Keep It Real REMIX is set to go for its 10th installment.

The centerpiece of the campaign is the video contest in which high school students create their own 30-second commercials about teen substance abuse and enter them in a contest for cash prizes.

In the past, these focused on antiunderage drinking messages. This year, for the first time, students can address two other issues – tobacco products and

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Birthday Traditions Around the World Do you have birthday traditions around your house?

Would you like some? Here are some traditions for celebrating birthdays from around the world.

By Laurie Evans Canada: Nose Grease.

On the Atlantic side of Canada, the birthday child sometimes gets his nose “greased” with a bit of butter to ward off bad luck.

have a dozen kids in your house all going through a sugar rush at the same time.

China: Long Noodles for Longevity. One Chinese birthday tradition is to serve a plate of long, long noodles, and they should be slurped up without biting to symbolize a long life. Table manners must be ignored for this one!

Germany: Candles.

Instead of candles on a birthday cake, Germans light candles on a wreath on a table, one candle for each year of life up until a child is 12, plus a larger “life” candle in the center of the wreath.

These candles are left to burn all day long. The lucky birthday child is also exempt from homework and chores on her special day.

England: Cutting the Cake. Children blow out the candles on their birthday cake, and then the cake is sliced and pieces are sent home with the guests, rather than eaten at the party.

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Holland: Put a Crown on It. In Holland, some birthdays are considered “crown years,” including 5, 10, 15, 20 and 21. These years include a special gift and, of course, a crown for the birthday child.

Ireland: Hit the Deck.

Tradition demands that an Irish child be held upside down and “bumped” on the floor one time for every year of age.

Ouch!

Jamaica: Just a Dusting. The birthday boy or girl in Jamaica will be coated with flour or “antiqued” by friends and family either at a party or by ambush. The mom in me is saying “please do that outside!”

Mexico: The Original Piñata Place. It’s a standard at American kids’ birthday parties, but the tradition really did start in Mexico.

Vietnam: All in One Birthdays. In Vietnam, all birthdays are celebrated on Tet, the lunar new year. A baby’s first birthday is celebrated with a big party, but after that everyone becomes a year older on the same day. Y

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Boyd Orchards 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles Info: (859) 873-3097 / www.boydorchards.c om Your party package will include 2 hours with 3 tables for up to 35 people and unlimited play in the playground with the 90-foot slide, pirate ship, petting zoo and more. Plus a private hayride around the orchard. Birthday child gets a free T-shirt, free gem bag of mining ore and an apple sippy cup.

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All Things Party Directory Collins Bowling Centers

205 Southland Drive / 277-5746 750 East New Circle Road / 252-3429 www.collinsbowling.com Children always love bowling parties to celebrate their birthdays. Priced per child. Includes bowlin g, shoe rental, favor bag (includes coupon for free game of bowling), paper products and balloons. Food, beverages, game room and juke box available. Text Collins to 55678 and get 5 free games. Save 50% on certain bowling packages at www.bowlingsale.com

Gattitown Lexington 2524 Nicholasville Road 277-2323 / www.gattitownlexington.com ay Eat up the fun! Gatittown has the BEST birthd and s game fun food, parties in town with great pasta awesome prizes. Packages include pizza and , t-shirts, buffet, party rooms, decorations, goodie bags rides! ited unlim cupcakes, game cards and

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Evans Orchard 180 Stone Rd., Georgetown 502-863-2255 www.evansorchard.com Party includes birthday party tent with six picnic tables, plus entrance to the barnyard and play area that includes jumping pillow, apple cider slide and hay castle, a wagon ride through the orchard and goody bags.

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Legacy All Sports 261 Ruccio Way / 977-8862 www.legacyallsports.com Join Legacy for fun, flipping and fitness on your child’s special day! Parties include setup, clean up, two party hosts/hostesses, supervised gym activities with inflatables/trampolines and pits. Plus balloo ns, tablecloths, plates, napkins, cups and cutlery. Some packages include pizza.

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The Square, 440 W. Short Street / 258-3253 www.explorium.com y All parties include tableware, balloons, all-da up. admission to the museum, and setup and clean le. peop 22 to up for $200 at start Party packages The Explorium offers a large a la carte menu, so you can create the perfect party.

Kentucky Science Center 727 W. Main Street, Louisville (502) 561-6100 ext. 6561 / KYScienceCenter.org Birthday parties include mummies, magic, bubbles and pirates, plus all-day admission, themed science activities, liquid nitrogen ice cream, nut-free birthday cake and drinks for up to 20 children. New this year – Premium themes including “Dino-Mite” and “Rockets.”

Or treat your little scientist to an exclusive “GAME ON” birthday party where kids can play video games in a larger-than-life fourstory Digital Theater.

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Living Arts & Science Center 362 N. MLK Blvd. / 252-5222 www.lasclex.org Birthday parties include a teacher-led art or science activity (designed for your theme), time in the Discovery Exhibit, set-up and paper party products. Guests may take home their creative projects. A $30 nonrefundable deposit is due for reservation. $120 for up to 7 participants; each additional is $10. (Extensive projects, planetarium shows, and longer party times available for additional fees.)

The Mad Potter 3385 Tates Creek Road 269-4591 www.themadpotter.biz Painting pottery or fusing glass is a great way to celebrate your child’s birthday.

Join Mad Potter in the private Party Room for 8-20 children for an hour-and-a-half, and the staff will help you create a memorable day for your child. The project, instruction, invitations and balloons are provid ed.

Newton’s Attic 4974 Old Versailles Rd. 368-7334 / www. newtonsattic.com Pumpkin chunkin’, roller coaster riding and rocket launching are just a few of the unique things you can do. A good time can be had by kids of all ages at your private Newton’s Attic birthday party.

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Premier Athletics 1850 Bryant Rd. / 381-1500 www.premierathletics.com Inflatables, trampolines, foam pits. Fun for all ages.

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Fall Festivals Close to Home

ACMC Sixth Annual Fall Arts Festival Historic Chiles Street / Downtown Harrodsburg www.artscouncilofmercer.com Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Oct. 12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Arts and crafts, live demonstrations, music, children’s activities, puppet shows, bounce houses, food and more.

Bardstown Arts, Crafts and Antiques Fair Downtown Bardstown www.bardstownmainstreet.com Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Oct. 12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

More than 200 artists and craftsmen will display their wares, along with music, food and fun.

Bi-Water Farm Autumn Fest 877 Cincinnati Road / Georgetown (502) 863-3676 / www.biwaterfarm.com Through Nov. 1: Autumnfest Catch the Magic of Fall. Features Bi-Water Ball Park, Sky High Slide, The Lost Pumpkin Mine, campfires, a corn maze, fresh food, pumpkins and more.

Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; FridaySaturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, noon-7 p.m.

Bluegrass Railroad Museum 175 Beasley Drive / Versailles (859) 873-2476 / www.bluegrassrailroad.com Oct. 17-18, 24-25: Haunted Train Ride (8 p.m.)

Trains leave at 2 p.m. except when noted.

Please plan to arrive at 1:30 p.m.

Boyd Orchards 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles (859) 873-3097 / www.boydorchards.com Oct. 4-5: Fall Festival Oct. 11-12: Pumpkin Festival Oct. 18-19: October Festival Oct. 25-26: Harvest Festival Festivals include hayrides, farm animals, a corn maze, pony rides, unforgettable playground, train rides, face-painting, live music, Gem Mining, Apple Blossom Café & unique gift store, plus u-pick 36 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

apples and pumpkins (in season).

Festivals are 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturdays, and noon-7 p.m. on Sundays.

Botanica Farm Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze 6327 Old Richmond Rd. 806-9424 / www.botanicaky.com Through October Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 1-6 p.m.

Kids can pick a pumpkin and paint it for free.

Visit the corn maze, the petting barn, tractor tire pyramid and more.

Cincinnati Zoo HallZOOween 3400 Vine Street / Cincinnati (513) 475-6124 / www.cincinnatizoo.org Oct. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19 & 25-26: HallZOOween. Little ghouls, boys, girls and animals can enjoy four spooktacular weekends of fun.

Each Saturday and Sunday during HallZOOween, noon-5 p.m., kids (12 and under) can trick-ortreat their way around the Zoo, ride the Hogwart’s Express (extra fee), and see Phil Dalton’s Theatre of Illusion (each day at 1 & 3 p.m.).

Evans Orchard 180 Stone Road / Georgetown (502) 863-2255 / www.evansorchard.com Through Oct. 31: Harvest Festival. Food, pony rides, barnyard fun, hayrides and more every weekend.

Evans Orchard is open Tuesdays-Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sundays, noon-6 p.m.

Admission is free. Individual activities have a small fee but children can purchase an all-in-one bracelet allowing access to all rides and games.

Festival of the Horse West Main Street / Georgetown www.festivalofthehorse.org Oct. 3, noon-9 p.m.; Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Oct. 5, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Celebrate the horse at this family-friendly festival filled with games, a petting zoo, pony rides, a parade, food and live entertainment.

Ky. Guild of Artists & Craftsmen Fall Fair Indian Fort Theater / Berea www.kyguild.org Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Oct. 12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Arts and crafts, plus live entertainment, food and children’s activities. Admission $5, free for kids under 12.

Kelley Farms 6483 Old Richmond Rd. (859) 948-9321 www.kelleyfamilyfarms.com Through Nov. 1. Wed.-Fri., 6-9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Kids 3 and under are free.

Experience 10 acres of a-MAZE-ing fun in Central Kentucky’s original Giant Corn Maze. Enjoy the pumpkin patch, hay rides, Billy Goat SkyWalk, delicious treats and more. This year’s design celebrates 75 years of The Wizard of Oz.

Louisville Zoo 1100 Trevilian Way / Louisville (502) 459-2181 / www.louisvillezoo.org Oct. 3-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23-26 and 30: The World’s Largest Halloween Party!

If scary is no fun for your little ones, then head to the Louisville Zoo for an evening of magical Halloween fun, costumed characters and trick-ortreating throughout the Zoo.

Salato Wildlife Education Center 1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frankfort / (502) 564-7863 http://fw.ky.go Oct. 25, 1-5 p.m.

Halloween Walk with the Animals. Explore the Haunted Hay Maze, enjoy face painting, fishing booth and treats. Admission $5, members free.

Wilmore Arts & Crafts Festival Historic downtown Wilmore / www.wilmore.org Oct. 4, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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hen a medical specialist recommended Dr. Rick Graebe, a behavioral optometrist in Versailles, to treat Amy Holtzclaw’s daughter, Emily, Mom thought she was getting the run around.

Math was Emily’s problem in fourth grade. She could read well and wore corrective glasses.

How could an eye doctor help her? “I was skeptical,” Amy said.

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Testing with Dr. Graebe revealed that Emily had problems with eye convergence and eye teaming, which means her right and left eye were not cooperating with each other.

“She was seeing double and didn’t know it,” Amy said.

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The first day that Emily wore the new glasses she told her mom, “I ran up the steps without looking at them and I didn’t have to hold on to the railing.”

Her mother reported that Emily’s confidence soared, and teachers say she came out of her shell.

Her math grades quickly climbed from C’s and D’s to A’s.

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This document can be a Living Will, designation of a Health Care Surrogate, Durable Power of Attorney, Emergency Medical Services – Do Not Resuscitate (EMSDNR) or any document with specific instructions.

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chool has started. The scholars are back to learning, and the germs are once again starting to spread.

When deciding whether to keep a child home from school, there are a few questions to consider.

Can your child make others sick?

Many illnesses are contagious. Children with a temperature of 100 degrees or more (oral or temporal) should stay home until feverfree for 24 hours.

This applies to influenza, as well.

Counting the time the fever is suppressed with a fever reducer does not count, because that treatment may only be hiding the fever.

Children with rashes accompanied by fever or behavioral changes should stay home.

Children with blisters in the mouth that make them drool may also be contagious.

Children who vomit two or more times should be out of school until this has stopped for 24 hours.

Those with diarrhea they cannot control or containing blood or mucus should also stay home.

Certain diseases have more exact criteria for staying home. Strep throat, bacterial conjunctivitis, and impetigo need to be treated with antibiotics for at least 24 hours before a child can return to school.

Pertussis (whooping cough) needs at least five days of antibiotics before the child is no longer contagious.

Scabies and lice should be treated before the child comes back to class.

For chickenpox, all of the pox should be crusted over and no new ones should appear before a child can return.

Can the child effectively participate in school with the current illness?

Those in pain with an earache, sore throat, headache or an acute injury may have trouble concentrating in class.

Those who are lethargic from illness or are having trouble breathing should stay home.

If a child has been up all night with coughing or in pain, she may be too tired to learn much and would benefit from staying home.

Will the child be disruptive to others because of the illness?

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October calendar Wednesday 1 Living Arts & Science Center: Playful Painting Parent/Child class, “Oogy Gooey Fun.” 9:3011 a.m. weekly through Oct. 22. Ages 2-4 with an adult. $60 non-members, $50 members.

Registration required. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222.

Explorium: S.M.A.S.H. Club, “Thumbprint Creations.” 10-11:30 a.m. Ages 2-5. Free with general admission of $8. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Baptist Health Education Center: Pregnancy and Parenting After Loss Support Group, for families who have experience the loss of a baby and are now facing the mixed emotions of a new pregnancy. 10:30 a.m.-noon. 1740 Nicholasville Rd., Building E. Info: 260-6904.

Georgetown Health Dept: Mama to Mama, connect with other pregnant mamas to learn about having a healthy baby, and feeding and caring for a newborn. 4-6 p.m. 300 E. Washington St., Georgetown. Info: (502) 417-6806.

Baby Moon: Mindful Motherhood, a class on healthy ways of dealing with everyday stressors.

6:30-8:30 p.m. weekly through Nov. 19. $300. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.JanelleMcNeal.com.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Support Group. 6:30-8 p.m. Free.

Registration required, babies welcomed. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

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be closed Oct.1-Nov.1 while a new temporary location is prepared. On Nov. 2 they will open at 193 Computrex Dr. next to Alltech. InfiL www. jesspublib.org.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Youth Basketball Registration.

Oct. 1-31. For boys and girls ages 5-15. $55 per participant. Info: 288-2915 or www.lexingtonky.gov/ parks.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Time, interactive story time. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3.

Central Library: The Young and the Restless Storytime. 10 a.m. Ages 2-3. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime, songs, finger plays and books. 10:30 a.m. Ages 1-2. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. 4-4:30 p.m. Ages 7 & under. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 2 FCPS: No School. Fall Break.

Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Corner of S. Broadway & Maxwell. Info: 608-2655.

Living Arts & Science Center: No-School Day classes. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Oct. 2 & 3. Full and partial day schedules available. Grades K-12.

Registration required. Complete schedule available at www.lasclex.org. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd.

Info: 252-5222.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s art class, “Ice Cube Art.” 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 2-4. Free with general admission of $8. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time, 10:30

a.m. Baby & Me, 11 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 273-2911.

Gattitown: Free kids buffet with an adult buffet purchase. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 2524 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 277-2323.

Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me class.

11:30 a.m. Ages 1 ½-2. Free. 3120 Pimlico Parkway. Info: 271-0581.

Baby Moon: Hens and Chicks Group, connect with other pregnant and new mamas. 2-3:30 p.m. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262.

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: 3-6 p.m. AZUR Restaurant & Patio, 3070 Lakecrest Circle, Suite 550. Info: (502) 721-0335.

Baptist Health Education Center: Bumps and Babes prenatal exercise class. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 5 classes for $35, 8 for $50, 10 for $55 or 12 for $60.

HealthwoRx, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357.

Comfort Measures childbirth class. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Calvary Baptist Church, 150 E. High St. Info: 260-6357.

Growing Peaceful Families: Enrich Your Family with The Redirecting of Children’s Behavior Parent Course. 6 p.m. for five weeks. $150 per person, bring a friend for free. Registration required. 118 Constitution St., Suite 200. Info: 333-3053.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Baby Steps, a class to help parents feel more secure taking care of a newborn. 6-9:30 p.m. $25 per couple. Registration required. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First

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

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

Div. of Parks & Rec: Fright Nights, three scary attractions: The Dark Forest, 13 Doors, and Entrapment. 7:30-10 p.m. Thursdays and Sundays; 7:30-11:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. $14 & up. Not recommended for children under the age of 13. Jacobson Park. Info: 229-4335 or www.frightnightlex.com.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies, music, movement and story time. 10:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Ages 2 & under.

Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Time. 11-11:30 a.m. Ages 2-3. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. 4 p.m. Ages 7 & under.

Explore More, experiments and crafts. 4:30-5:15 p.m. Ages 6-12. Registration required. Project Lex, plan and complete service programs both in and outside of the library. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Info: 231-5500.

Friday 3 FCPS: No School. Fall Break.

Bi-Water Farm: Autumnfest, featuring a spooky farmhouse, pirate play area, tricycle track, live animals and more. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri & Sat; noon-7 p.m. Sun; 9 a.m.-6 p.m Mon-Thurs.

Through Nov. 1. $10 per person, children 2 & under free. Certain activities have additional fees.

All-inclusive passes available. 877 Cincinnati Rd., Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676.

Baptist Health Education Center: First Spoonfuls, baby nutrition class series. 9:30-11 a.m. for ages 4-9 months. Free. Registration required. HealthwoRx, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357.

Explorium: Leaping Little’s, a fun movement class. “Museum Walk.” 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 2-5.

Free with general admission of $8 per person.

Parent’s Night Out. 6-10 p.m. Children must be potty-trained. $18 Non-members, $15 members.

Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” Be seen, not scared. Enjoy fun for the whole family while kids 11 and under trick-ortreat. Oct. 3-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23-26, 30. 5-8:30 p.m. Special event ticket required. Info: www. louisvillezoo.org.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5.

Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless, song and story time. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3. Info: 231-5500.

Saturday 4 Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Cheapside Park. Info: 608-2655.

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: 9 a.m.2 p.m. 3450 Richmond Rd. Info: www. bluegrassfarmersmarket.org. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. AZUR Restaurant & Patio, 3070 Lakecrest Circle, Suite 550. Info: (502) 721-0335.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Weekend Childbirth Education Series, a Lamaze-based childbirth education series condensed into an all-day weekend class. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $35 per couple. Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Wilmore Arts and Crafts Festival: Live music, pony rides, art, crafts, food and more. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Main Street, Wilmore. Info: (859) 327-8130.

Boyd Orchards: Fall Festival, hayrides, animal center, playground, corn maze and more. 9:30 a.m.- 7p.m. Sat, noon-7 p.m. Sun. $8 adults, $12 children. 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: (859) 873-3097.

Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival, pony and hay rides, barnyard fun, and great food. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat, noon-6 p.m. Sun. 180 Stone Rd., Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-2255.

Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me class.

9:30 a.m. Ages 1 ½-2. Free. 3120 Pimlico Parkway. Info: 271-0581.

The Carnegie Center: Middle School LEGO & Books. 10 a.m.-noon. Grades 6-8. $10.

Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Salato Wildlife Education Center: Hawktoberfest Program, hear from “The Eagle Lady” and meet resident raptors. 10:30 a.m. All ages. Free with general admission to the center. #1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frankfort. Info: (800) 858-1549.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Racin’ Machine.”

11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5. Free with general admission of $8. Imagination Station, “And They’re Off.” 12:30-2 p.m. Grades K-5. Free with general admission of $8. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Horsin’ Around.” 1-5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. Free with general admission of $8. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Jessamine Co. Public Library: Pumpkin, Squash and Gourd Celebration Day, featuring a pumpkin pie cook-off, growing tips, a craft and more. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration required. Jessamine County Cooperative Extension Office, 95 Park Dr. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner. 11 a.m.

161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 273-2911.

Mindful Moms of Lexington: Monthly gathering, a group of natural-minded moms of babies and toddlers. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Open to everyone, babies and toddlers welcome. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.facebook. com/#!/groups/mindfulmomslexingtonky.

Baby Moon: Transitions: Bringing Home a Baby

class. 3-5 p.m. $38 per couple. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” Be seen, not scared. Enjoy fun for the whole family while kids 11 and under trick-ortreat. Oct. 3-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23-26, 30. 5-8:30 p.m. Special event ticket required. Info: www. louisvillezoo.org.

High Bridge Park Pavilion: presents “The Paul Sawyier Story.” 7:30 p.m. $15 reserved seating, $10 general seating. Tickets available Saturdays at the Jessamine County Court House.

Lexington Opera House: UK Opera Theatre presents “Sweeney Todd.” Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 5 at 2 p.m.; Oct. 8, 9 &10 at 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 11 at 2 & 7 p.m.; and Oct. 12 at 2 p.m. $40.50$76.50. 401 W. Short. St. Info: 233-4567.

Lex Public Library: Central Library: Make a Fall Decoration. 2-4 p.m. For all kids. Tates Creek Branch: Lego Time. 2-3 p.m. For all kids. Reservations required. Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 5 Lexington Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Southland Drive. Info: 608-2655.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. 11:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 2732911.

Baby Moon: Happy, Healthy Pregnancy class.

3-4:15 p.m. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262.

Baptist Health Education Center: Breastfeeding 101 class. 4-5:30 p.m. Free.

For women delivering at Baptist Health. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” Be seen, not scared. Enjoy fun for the whole family while kids 11 and under trick-ortreat. Oct. 3-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23-26, 30. 5-8:30 p.m. Special event ticket required. Info: www. louisvillezoo.org.

Monday 6 Baptist Health Education Center: Laboring the Natural Way childbirth class. 6:15-8:45 p.m.

Oct. 6, 13 & 20. Free. Registration required.

1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Pediatric CPR class. 6:15-9 p.m. $30 per person, $50 for two people, $15 for additional caregiver.

Registration required. HealthwoRx, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump Baby Bump, music and playtime. 10:30 & 11 a.m. Ages 1-3. Registration required. Village Branch: Homework Help, Monday-Thursday 4-8 p.m. Grades K-12. Sign up by 7:30. STEAM for Teens, projects, experiments and field trips.

5:30-6:30 p.m. For middle and high schoolers.

Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

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Tuesday 7 Lexington Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Corner of S. Broadway & Maxwell. Info: 608-2655.

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The Carnegie Center: Click, Clack, Moo: Fun with Sounds-Babies and Toddler. 10:15-11 a.m. weekly through Oct. 28. Ages 0-2 years with an adult. Fun with Sounds-Preschool. 2:15-3:15 p.m. weekly through Oct. 28. Ages 3-5 with an adult. $10. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Cloud Dough.”

10:30-11 a.m. Ages 9 months-2 years. Free with general admission of $8 per person. Sketch Pad, open 1-5 p.m. weekdays for self-guided creativity.

440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

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

Barnes & Noble: The Book with No Pictures Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group. Noon-1 p.m.

Free. Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2446. Low-Impact Aerobics Classes. 6-7 p.m. Various fitness classes 7-8 p.m. Free. Ages 18 & up. Williams Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St. Info: 389-6678.

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: 3-6 p.m. 3450 Richmond Rd. Info: www. bluegrassfarmersmarket.org.

Baptist Health Education Center: Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free.

1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Perinatal Bereavement Parent Support Program. 7 p.m. For families who have experienced the loss of a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or newborn death. Hospice of the Bluegrass, Center for Grief Education and Counseling Building. 2312 Alexandria Dr. Info: 260-6904.

Baby Moon: Breastfeeding Essentials II class.

7-8:30 p.m. $28. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies, music, movement and story time. 10:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Ages 2 & under.

Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime, a lap-sit story and activity time. 11 a.m. Ages 2 & under. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me, lap-sit storytime.

10:30 a.m. Ages 2 & under. Classic Horror Film Club, a free viewing and lively discussion. 6:308:45 p.m. For high schoolers. Village Branch: Storytime and Beyond. 11 a.m. Ages 5 & under.

Paths to Success. 5-6 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 8 Explorium: S.M.A.S.H. Club, “Kentucky History Trivia.” See Oct. 1.

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for Families of Persons with Dementia. 2-4 p.m.

Registration required. Bridgepointe at Ashgrove Woods, 5220 Grey Oak Lane, Nicholasville. Info: (800) 272-3900.

Georgetown Health Dept: Mama to Mama, connect with other pregnant mamas to learn about having a healthy baby, and feeding and caring for a newborn. 4-6 p.m. 300 E. Washington St., Georgetown. Info: (502) 4176806.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 2-week Childbirth Education Series, a Lamaze-based comprehensive and informative class on what to expect during labor, delivery and postpartum. 6-9:30 p.m. $35 per couple.

Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

The Lexington School: High School Placement Fair, more than 70 different national and local high schools. Free, open to the public. The Lexington School Gymnasium, 1050 Lane Allen Rd. Info: 278-0501.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Time. See Oct. 1. Central Library: The Young and the Restless Storytime. See Oct. 1. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Oct. 1.

Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Oct. 1. Little Explorers. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Ages 3-5.

Registration required. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See Oct. 1. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 9 Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 2.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s art class, “Marshmallow Art.” See Oct. 2.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Fright Nights. See Oct. 2.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Oct. 2. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Time. See Oct. 2. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Oct. 2.

Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See Oct. 2. Project Lex, See Oct. 2. Info: 231-5500.

Friday10 Bi-Water Farm: Autumnfest. See Oct. 3.

Baptist Health Education Center: First Spoonfuls, baby nutrition class series. 9:3011 a.m. For ages 9 months & beyond. Free.

Registration required. HealthwoRx, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357.

Explorium: Leaping Little’s, a fun movement class. “Puzzle Hunt.” See Oct. 3.

Boyle County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Class.

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

Danville. Info: (859) 583-1007 or (859) 236-2053.

Newport Aquarium: A visit by the Weeki Wachee Mermaids. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 10-19. Free with aquarium admission. Info: (800) 406-3474 or www.newportaquarium.com.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” See Oct. 3.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 3. Teen Night: Halloween Edition, games and refreshments, costumes encouraged. 5:45-8 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless.

See Oct. 3. Info: 231-5500.

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

Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 4.

Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me class.

See Oct. 2.

Baptist Health Education Center: Pediatric CPR class. 9 a.m.-noon. $30 per person, $50 for two people, $15 for additional caregiver. Registration required. HealthwoRx, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357.

Baby Moon: Hens and Chicks Group. See Oct. 2.

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: See Oct. 2.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Free Flu Shot Drive Through Clinic. 4-7 p.m. Free flu shots for ages 6 months and up. Imani Family Life Center, 1555 Georgetown Rd. Info: www.lexflucrew.com.

Low-Impact Zumba classes. 6-7 p.m. Various fitness classes 7-8 p.m. Free. Ages 18 & up.

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

Baptist Health Education Center: Bumps and Babes. See Oct. 2. 9 Months and Counting pregnancy education class. 6:30-8 p.m. Free.

Registration required. Calvary Baptist Church, 150 E. High St. Info: 260-6357.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” Be seen, not scared. Enjoy fun for the whole family while kids 11 and under trick-ortreat. Oct. 3-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23-26, 30. 5-8:30 p.m. Special event ticket required. Info: www. louisvillezoo.org.

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: See Oct. 4.

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

Boyd Orchards: Pumpkin Festival, live music, apple and pumpkin picking, Hay Castle, and more. 9:30 a.m.- 7p.m. Sat, noon-7 p.m. Sun. $8 adults, $12 children. 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: (859) 873-3097.

Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 4.

Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me class.

See Oct. 4.

The Carnegie Center: Early Learner Book Club: “H is for Horse.” 10-11 a.m. Ages 4-5 and an adult. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

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Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Pumpkin Carving Workshop.” 11 a.m.-noon. $12 members, $15 non-members. Grades K-5. Imagination Station, “Tricky Optics.” See Oct. 4. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Shadow Puppets.” See Oct. 4.

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Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner. See Oct. 4.

Lexington Children’s Theatre: Auditions for “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Auditions by appointment: Oct. 11 from 1-3 p.m.; Oct. 12 from 1-3 p.m., 4-6 p.m., and 7-9 p.m.; and Oct. 13 from 7-9 p.m. Callbacks will be Oct. 15 & 16 from 6-10 p.m. Casting roles for ages 9-99.

Performances are Nov. 29-Dec. 8. Lexington Opera House, 410 W. Short St. Call 254-4546 ext. 310 for appointment.

Salato Wildlife Education Center: Creepy Crawlers Program. 2 p.m. All ages. Free with general admission to the center. #1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frankfort. Info: (800) 858-1549.

Friends of the Lexington Public Library: Big Annual Book Sale. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Friends Day. Members only, memberships available at the door. Most paperbacks 25 cents, hardcovers $1. 3000 Blake James Dr., the former Range Rover Dealership. Info: (606) 634-0313.

Barnes & Noble: Star Wars Reads Day: Star Wars The Adventures of Luke Skywalker, Jedi Knight. 3 p.m. For children. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” See Oct. 4.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Saturday Family Storytime. 11-11:30 a.m. For preschoolers and families. Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 12 Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 5.

Friend of the Lexington Public Library: Big Annual Book Sale. Sunday, noon-5 p.m.; Monday- Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Most paperbacks 25 cents, hardcovers $1. 3000 Blake James Dr., the former Range Rover Dealership. Info: (606) 634-0313.

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

Div. of Parks & Rec: Fall Wildflowers of Raven Run. 1 p.m. Registration required. Info: 272-6105.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: The Women’s Hospital Tours. 1-2 p.m. and 2-3 p.m. No registration needed. Meet in the lobby on the second floor. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr. Info: 967-2229.

Second Sunday: Family fun activities for all ages, preview the proposed route of the Legacy Trail.

3-5 p.m. Coolavin Park, 550 W. Sixth St. Info: www.2ndsundaylexington.com.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” See Oct. 5.

Baptist Health Education Center: Great Expectations childbirth class. 5-7:30 p.m. Free.

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1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357

Monday 13 Living Arts & Science Center: No-School Day classes. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Oct. 13 & 14. Full and partial day schedules available. Grades K-12. Registration required. Complete schedule available at www.lasclex.org. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222.

Bluegrass Babywearing Group: 12:30 p.m.

Free. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. facebook.com/groups/bluegrassbabywearers/ The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Support Group. 1-2:30 p.m. Free.

Registration required, babies welcomed. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Breastfeeding Class, taught by Certified Lactation Consultants. 6-8 p.m. $25 per couples, spouses are encouraged to attend. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Alzheimer’s Association: Memory Café, an informal setting for caregivers and their loved ones with memory problems to socialize and interact with other families and professionals. 3-5 p.m. Living Arts & Science Center, 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 257-8971.

Lexington Convention Center: Central Kentucky College Fair, meet representatives from more than 100 colleges and universities. 6-8 p.m. Free and open to the public. Info: 233-4567.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump Baby Bump. See Oct. 6. Village Branch: Homework Help, Monday-Thursday 4-8 p.m.

Grades K-12. Sign up by 7:30. STEAM for Teens.

See Oct. 6. Info: 231-5500.

Tuesday 14 Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 7.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Racin’ Away.” See Oct. 7. Sketch Pad. See Oct. 7.

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

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: See Oct. 7.

Gattitown: Free kids buffet with an adult buffet purchase. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 2524 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 277-2323.

Jessamine Co. Public Library: Read Around Jessamine- Current Fiction. October’s book is “The Living,” by Mat De La Pena. 6-7 p.m. Registration required. Hosted at Panera Bread in the Brannon Crossing shops. Info: (859) 885-3523.

McConnell Springs: History to Chew On Series.

6-8 p.m. Free. Registration required. 416 Rebmann Lane. Info: 225-4073.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Low-Impact Aerobics Classes. See Oct. 7. Health Chats about Diabetes. 6:15-7:30 p.m. Free. UK Polk

Dalton Clinic, 217 Elm Tree Lane. Info: 288-2446.

La Leche League of Lexington: Monthly meeting. 7:15 p.m. Free, open to everyone. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 351-9865.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Oct. 7. Little Leonardos art activity. 2:30-3:15 p.m. Ages 2-5. Registration required. Central Library: University of South Carolina college information session. 7-8:30 p.m. For high schoolers. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime. See Oct. 7. Dragon Book Club, stories, games and crafts. 4-5 p.m. Grades 2-3.

Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me. See Oct. 7.

Village Branch: Storytime and Beyond. See Oct. 7. Paths to Success. See Oct. 7. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 15 Explorium: S.M.A.S.H. Club, “Food Dominoes.”

See Oct. 1.

Georgetown Health Dept: Mama to Mama, connect with other pregnant mamas to learn about having a healthy baby, and feeding and caring for a newborn. 4-6 p.m. 300 E. Washington St., Georgetown. Info: (502) 417-6806.

Baptist Health Education Center: Breastfeeding 101 class. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. For women delivering at Baptist Health. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

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

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Time. See Oct. 1. Spooktacular Lego Celebration. 3:45-4:30 p.m. Grades K-5.

Registration required. Central Library: The Young and the Restless Storytime. See Oct. 1. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime.

See Oct. 1. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Oct. 1. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See Oct. 1. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 16 Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 2.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s art class, “Take My Picture.” See Oct. 2.

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

Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me class.

See Oct. 2.

Baby Moon: Hens and Chicks Group. See Oct. 2.

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: See Oct. 2.

Montessori High School of Ky.: Open House. 7 p.m. 620 S. Broadway. Info: 455-8064.

Baptist Health Education Center: Bumps and Babes. See Oct. 2. Comfort Measures childbirth class. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Registration required.

Calvary Baptist Church, 150 E. High St. Info: 260-6357.

Jessamine Co. Public Library: Read Around

Jessamine- Science/Science Fiction.

October’s book is “The Island of Knowledge,” by Marcel Gleiser. 7-8 p.m. Registration required. Hosted at Solomon’s Porch in Wilmore. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Basics class. 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Registration required.

Babies R Us, Hamburg Pavilion. Info: 263-8598.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Fright Nights.

See Oct. 2.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Oct. 2. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Time. See Oct. 2. Little Leonardos art activity. 2:30-3:15 p.m. Ages 2-5.

Reservations required. Teen Lit Book Club. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 14-18.

Registration required. Call for book title. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Oct. 2. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See Oct. 2. Project Lex, See Oct. 2. Info: 231-5500.

Friday 17 Bi-Water Farm: Autumnfest. See Oct. 3.

MOMS Club of Lexington-East:

Monthly Meeting. 10 a.m. Visitors are welcome. MOMS Club is a support group for at-home moms who live east of Richmond Road. First United Methodist Church-Andover, 4131 Todds Rd. Info: momsclublexeast@ gmail.com.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Therapeutic Recreation Hand Drumming Class.

1:15-2:15 p.m. Oct. 17-Nov. 21.

Carver Center. Halloween at Raven Run: Mysteries of the Night, ghost stories, a parade of pumpkins and natural curiosities. 7 or 9 p.m. Free.

Registration required. Info: 272-6105.

Lexington Senior Adult Festival of Riverboats Race- River Queen vs.

Spirit of Peoria. $65 per person.

Registration required. Info: 233-0986.

one adult per child admitted for free. UK Arboretum. Info: chelsey. brammell@uky.edu.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” See Oct. 3.

Lexington Opera House: The Lexington Philharmonic presents “Heroes: Eroica & Icarus.” Oct. 17 & 18 at 7:30 p.m. $25-$100. 401 W. Short. St. Info: 233-4567.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn.

See Oct. 3. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Oct. 3. Info: 231-5500.

Saturday 18 Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 4.

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: See Oct. 4.

Boyd Orchards: October Festival, live music, 90-foot slide, Hay Castle, and more. 9:30 a.m.- 7p.m.

Sat, noon-7 p.m. Sun. $8 adults, $12 children. 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: (859) 873-3097.

Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival.

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Explorium: Leaping Little’s, a fun movement class. “Marvelous Magic.” Parent’s Night Out. 6-10 p.m. Children must be potty-trained. $18 Non-members, $15 members.

Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Child Advocacy Today Legal Clinic: “A CAT’s Tale Literacy Festival, bringing children’s books to life. 2 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday.

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Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me class.

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3000 Blake James Dr., the former Range Rover Dealership. Info: (606) 634-0313.

purchase. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 2524 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 277-2323.

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

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group. Noon-1 p.m.

Free. Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2446. Low-Impact Aerobics Classes. See Oct. 7. Health Chats about Diabetes. 5-6 p.m. Free. Nathaniel Mission Free Clinic, 616 DeRoode St. Info: 288-2446.

Explorium: Museum Go Round, inflatables, music, art, children’s activities and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Triangle Park, downtown.

Super Saturdays, “Pendulum Painting.” See Oct. 4. Imagination Station, “Painting with Tape.” See Oct. 4. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Glowin’ Goons.”

See Oct. 4. Info: 258-3253.

Providence Montessori: Open House. Visit the campus, meet the teachers and tour the classrooms. 1-4 p.m. Info: 255-7330.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner. See Oct. 4.

Baptist Health Education Center: Pediatric CPR class. 2-5 p.m. $30 per person, $50 for two people, $15 for additional caregiver. Registration required. HealthwoRx, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357.

Waveland Art Fair: Art fair, house tour and children’s activities. Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 adults, children under 12 admitted free. 225 Waveland Museum Lane.

Info: 272-3611.

Lexington Convention Center: Lady Lex Expo, unique shopping, fashion-forward jewelry, women’s accessories and makeovers. Oct. 18 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Oct. 19 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 358-2523.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Little Goblins Galore, a notso-scary Halloween party including a petting zoo, carnival games and trick-or-treating. 11 a.m-4 p.m.

Ages 12 & under. $5 per child, parents admitted free. McConnell Springs. Info: 288-2900. Yoga at Raven Run. 3 p.m. Free. Registration required.

Info: 272-6105. Lexington Senior Adults trip- 11 Monumental Treasures and Fall Foliage. Oct. 1822. $1,155 per person. Info: 233-0986.

Baby Moon: Natural Childbirth Weekend Seminar.

1-6 p.m. $168. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262.

Headley-Whitney Museum: Spooky Treasure and Rotten Egg Hunt, a scavenger hunt for spooky treats. 1 p.m. All ages. $10. 4435 Old Frankfort Pike. Info: 255-6653.

Jessamine Co. Public Library: Fifth Annual Boo Wow Walk, a costume contest and trickor-treating for dogs. 1-2 p.m. Free. Jessamine County Animal Shelter, 120 Fairground Way. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Salato Wildlife Education Center: Hawktoberfest Program, hear from “The Eagle Lady” and meet resident raptors. 3 p.m. All ages. Free with general admission to the center. #1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frankfort. Info: (800) 858-1549.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” See Oct. 4.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Chess Mates, a drop-in club for al skill levels. 10 a.m.-noon. Ages 8 & up. Tates Creek Branch: Lego Time. 2-3 p.m. For all kids. Reservations required. Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 19 Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 5.

Friend of the Lexington Public Library: Big Annual Book Sale. Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Bag Day, $2 for all the books you can fit in a bag.

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PTA 5K & Color Craze: Fun Run and 5K. Activities begin at 1:30 p.m. 5K begin at 2:30 p.m. $25 registration day of. Coldstream Research Campus Legacy Trail. Info: www.PTA5K.com.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Halloween at Raven Run: Cabinet of Natural Curiosities. Explore the new nature center, tour the grounds of a historic home and hear spooky stories. 2 p.m. Free.

Registration required. Info: 272-6105.

Starry Night Studio: Grown Up & Me, Fantastic Fishies. 3 p.m. Ages 12 & under with an adult. $25. Registration required. Community Arts Center, Danville. Info: 236-4054.

Baby Moon: Happy and Healthy New Mama, tips for self-care postpartum. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Babies welcome, open to moms with newborns through crawling. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” See Oct. 5.

Lex Public Library: Central Library: Make Your Own Spooky Slime. 2-3 p.m. Ages 7 & up.

Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

Monday 20 FCPS: No Class for Preschool.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: American Girl Club: Halloween Party. 3:45-4:30 p.m. Grades K-5. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump Baby Bump. See Oct. 6. Village Branch: Homework Help, Monday-Thursday 4-8 p.m.

Grades K-12. Sign up by 7:30. STEAM for Teens.

See Oct. 6. Info: 231-5500.

Tuesday 21 FCPS: No Class for Preschool.

Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 7.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Cool Whip Painting.”

See Oct. 7. Sketch Pad. See Oct. 7.

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

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: See Oct. 7.

Barnes & Noble: Horton and the Kwuggerbug Storytime. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Gattitown: Free kids buffet with an adult buffet

Lex. Latin School: Open House. 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Ashland Baptist Church, 483 W. Reynolds Rd. Info: 940-7485.

Growing Peaceful Families: The Pay It Forward Parent Support Group. 6 p.m. Free, pay it forward for the next group. For parents of children ages 2-10. Registration required. The Plantory, 501 W. 6th St. Info: 333-3053.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Oct. 7. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime. See Oct. 7. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me. See Oct. 7. Village Branch: Storytime and Beyond. See Oct. 7.

Paths to Success. See Oct. 7. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 22 Sayre School: Open House for Preschool, Lower, Middle and Upper School. 8:30 a.m. Also Oct. 29 at 8:30 a.m. RSVP to joldham@sayreschool.

Explorium: S.M.A.S.H. Club, “Magnet Science.”

See Oct. 1.

Georgetown Health Dept: Mama to Mama, connect with other pregnant mamas to learn about having a healthy baby, and feeding and caring for a newborn. 4-6 p.m. 300 E. Washington St., Georgetown. Info: (502) 417-6806.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Health Chats About Diabetes En Espanol. 6-7 p.m. Bluegrass Community Health Center, 1306 Versailles Rd. Info: 263-2507.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 2-week Childbirth Education Series, a Lamaze-based comprehensive and informative class on what to expect during labor, delivery and postpartum. 6-9:30 p.m. $35 per couple.

Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Baptist Health Education Center: Great Expectations childbirth class. 6:15-8:45 p.m.

Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357 Jessamine Co. Public Library: Read Around Jessamine- History/Historical Fiction. October’s book is “The Hundred Year House,” by Rebecca Makkai. 7-8 p.m. Registration required. Hosted at the Polvino Family Art Center in Nicholasville.

Info: (859) 885-3523.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Therapeutic Recreation Drama Class. Wednesdays Oct. 22-Dec. 10. Bell House. Info: 288-2908.

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Time. See Oct. 1. Central Library: The Young and the Restless Storytime. See Oct. 1. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Oct. 1.

Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Oct. 1. Little Explorers. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Ages 3-5.

Registration required. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See Oct. 1. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 23 Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 2.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s art class, “Bouncy Ball Painting.” See Oct. 2.

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

Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me class.

See Oct. 2.

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luegrass Youth Ballet will present an all-new original ballet, “The Nightingale,” in October at the Singletary Center Recital Hall. Based on a story by Hans Christian Andersen, “The Nightingale” features a Chinese emperor who learns that the song of the nightingale is one of life’s beauties.

The production blends education

Baby Moon: Hens and Chicks Group. See Oct. 2.

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: See Oct. 2.

Safe Kids Coalition: Car Seat Check-Up Clinic.

4-6 p.m. By appointment only. Free. Imani Family Life Center, 1555 Georgetown Rd. Info: 323-1153.

Baptist Health Education Center: Bumps and Babes. See Oct. 2. Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Basics, a condensed version of the breastfeeding class. 6-7 p.m. $15 per couple, spouses are encouraged to attend.

Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Rupp Arena: Marvel Universe Live, an actionpacked extravaganza of superheroes and super-villains. Oct. 23 & 24 at 7 p.m.; Oct. 25 at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Oct. 26 at 1 & 5 p.m. $20-$100. Info: 233-3535 Div. of Parks & Rec: Fright Nights. See Oct. 2.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Oct. 2. Eagle Creek: Toddler Time. See Oct. 2. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Oct. 2. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See Oct. 2.

Project Lex, See Oct. 2. Info: 231-5500.

Friday 24 Bi-Water Farm: Autumnfest. See Oct. 3.

Explorium: Leaping Little’s, a fun movement class. “Ribbon Rings.” See Oct. 3.

Attachment Parenting Group: Monthly meeting.

10:30-11:45 a.m. Free. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.baby-moon.org.

Faith Lutheran Fall Festival: Dinner, games, raffle and inflatables. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $5 per person, children under 2 free. 1000 Tate’s Creek Rd. Info: 268-0108.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Therapeutic Recreation Fall Dance/Costume Party. 6-9 p.m. Ages 13 & up. $5

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and culture, complete with an English/Chinese narration, a fusion of traditional Chinese dancing and ballet, Chinese music and costumes.

Performances are scheduled for Friday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 25 at 3 & 7 p.m. School performances will be Oct. 23 & 24.

Tickets are $12 per person.

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Weeki Wachee Mermaids Swim Into Newport Aquarium

or the first time, mermaids are splashing into the Cincinnatiarea’s Newport Aquarium, on Oct. 10-19.

The world-famous Weeki Wachee Mermaids are clad in colorful, fish-tailed costumes and will swim underwater from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. each day.

The mermaids will dive into the aquarium’s 60,000-gallon Coral Reef exhibit that holds more than 50

species of fish and nearly 200 aquatic animals. Guests can meet with the mermaids and have their pictures taken in the Shark Ray Bay Theater from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2-4 p.m. each day.

Additional mermaid encounters are available during the 10-day appearance, including an Overnight Adventure and Breakfast with a Mermaid. Tickets are limited.

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per person. Tates Creek Recreation Center. Info: 288-2908. Lexington Senior Adults Keeneland Registration. $15 per person. Info: 233-0986.

apple and pumpkin picking, Hay Castle, and more. 9:30 a.m.- 7p.m. Sat, noon-7 p.m. Sun. $8 adults, $12 children. 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: (859) 873-3097.

Bluegrass Youth Ballet: presents “The Nightingale,” a Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale brought to life. Friday 7 p.m.; Saturday 3 & 7 p.m. $12. UK Singletary Center. Info: 257-4929.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” See Oct. 3.

Lexington Opera House: The Kentucky Ballet Theatre presents “La Sylphide.” Oct. 24 & 25 at 8 p.m. $28-$35. 401 W. Short. St. Info: 233-4567.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 3. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Oct. 3. Info: 231-5500.

Saturday 25 Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 4.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Just the Facts, Mom! A Lamaze-based, one-day abbreviated version of the 4-week childbirth class series. 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $30 per couples.

Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: See Oct. 4.

Boyd Orchards: Harvest Festival, live music,

Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 4.

Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me class.

See Oct. 4.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Dry Ice.” See Oct. 4. Imagination Station, “Halloween Scavenger Hunt.” See Oct. 4. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Ghoulish Good Time.” See Oct. 4.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner. See Oct. 4.

Salato Wildlife Education Center: Halloween Walk with the Animals, come in costume for a kid-friendly Halloween event with a hay maze, face painting, creature exhibits and more. 1-5 p.m. $5 per person. #1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frankfort. Info: (800) 858-1549.

Barnes & Noble: Halloween Storytime: Click, Clack, Boo! A Tricky Treat. 3 p.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” See Oct. 4.

Lexington Children’s Theatre: presents “MisterE of Imagination: Tales of Edgar Allan Poe.” Saturday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 26 at 2 p.m.; and Friday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m. $18 adults,

$15 children. Recommended for ages 9 & up. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Yoga into the Stars. 6 p.m.

Free. Registration required. Raven Run. Info: 2726105. Stargazing, with telescopes provided by the Bluegrass Amateur Astronomy Club. 7-9 p.m. Free.

Registration required. Raven Run. Info: 272-6105.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Lego Club, come build Lego creations with friends. 10 a.m.-noon. Ages 7-12. Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 26 Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 5.

Explorium: BOO-seum, spooky activities, trick-ortreating and a costume contest. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $8 per person. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

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

Sunday Sessions: Protecting Seniors from Financial Fraud. 2 p.m. Free. Woman’s Club, 210 N. Broadway. Info: 879-8960.

Baptist Health Education Center: Breastfeeding 101 class. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. For women delivering at Baptist Health. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Fall Festival & Trunk-R-Treating: Games, door prizes, candy, a rock climbing wall and more.

4-7 p.m. Free. Broadway Baptist Church, 2500 Harrodsburg Rd. Info: 276-2592.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” See Oct. 5.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Annual Thriller Parade and Halloween Extravaganza. Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. Parade and Thriller performance begins at 8 p.m. on Main Street between Quality and Mill streets. Those who wish to participate, call 2549790. Info: 288-2925.

Monday 27 La Leche League of Lexington: Monthly meeting.

12:30 p.m. Free, open to everyone. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 351-9865.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Baby Steps, a class to help parents feel more secure taking care of a newborn. 6-9:30 p.m. $25 per couple. Registration required. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

person. Registration required. 118 Constitution St., Suite 200. Info: 333-3053.

Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 7.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Balloon Party.” See Oct. 7. Sketch Pad. See Oct. 7.

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

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: See Oct. 7.

Gattitown: Free kids buffet with an adult buffet purchase. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 2524 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 277-2323.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Low-Impact Aerobics Classes. See Oct. 7.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 4-week Childbirth Education Series, a Lamazebased comprehensive and informative class on what to expect during labor, delivery and postpartum. 6:30-9:30 p.m. $45 per couple.

Recommended for 28-30 weeks gestation. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Baby Moon: Labor Workshop for Couples. 7-9:15 p.m. $58. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Oct. 7. Central Library: How to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse, learn valuable survival skills and the art of staying alive. 6:30-8:30 p.m. For high schoolers. Registration required.

Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime. See Oct. 7.

Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me. See Oct. 7.

Village Branch: Storytime and Beyond. See Oct. 7. Paths to Success. See Oct. 7. Village Teen Advisory Board, help plan library events for teens.

5-5:45 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 29 Sayre School: Open House for Preschool, Lower, Middle and Upper School. 8:30 a.m. Also Oct. 22 at 8:30 a.m. RSVP to joldham@sayreschool.

Explorium: S.M.A.S.H. Club, “Monster Math.” See Oct. 1.

Georgetown Health Dept: Mama to Mama, connect with other pregnant mamas to learn about having a healthy baby, and feeding and caring for a newborn. 4-6 p.m. 300 E. Washington St., Georgetown. Info: (502) 417-6806.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump Baby Bump. See Oct. 6. Village Branch: Homework Help, Monday-Thursday 4-8 p.m.

Grades K-12. Sign up by 7:30. STEAM for Teens.

See Oct. 6. Info: 231-5500.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Time. See Oct. 1. Halloween Boo Bash, wear a costume and enjoy Halloween activities and trick-or-treat. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 6 & under.

Registration required. Central Library: The Young and the Restless Storytime. See Oct. 1. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Oct. 1.

Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Oct. 1. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime.

See Oct. 1. Info: 231-5500.

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Baptist Health Education Center: Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free.

1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Growing Peaceful Families: Discipline that Builds Self-Esteem class. 10 a.m. or 7 p.m. $10 per

Lexington Farmers Market: See Oct. 2.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s art class, “Leaves of Fall.” See Oct. 2.

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

Alzheimer’s Association: Know the 10 Signs, learn the facts about Alzheimer’s disease and early detection. Noon-1 p.m. Registration required. 465 E. High St., Suite 200. Info: (800) 272-3900.

Bluegrass Farmers’ Market: See Oct. 2.

Lexington Dance Factory: Mommy & Me class.

See Oct. 2.

Baby Moon: Hens and Chicks Group. See Oct. 2.

Baptist Health Education Center: Bumps and Babes. See Oct. 2.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Infant CPR class. 6-9 p.m. $25 per couple. Registration required, space is limited.

Recommended for third trimester. Saint Joseph Office Building, 160 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Second Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Louisville Zoo: “The World’s Largest Halloween Party.” See Oct. 9.

Richmond Parks & Rec: Halloween Hoedown.

Downtown Richmond. Info: 623-8753.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Fright Nights. See Oct. 2.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Oct. 2. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Time. See Oct. 2. Happy Halloween Bash, wear a costume and trick-or-treat in the library. 11 a.m.

Ages 6 & under. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Oct. 2.

Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See Oct. 2. Project Lex, See Oct. 2. Halloween Bash, come in costume for singing, dancing and Halloween crafts. 5-6 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

Friday 31 Halloween Bi-Water Farm: Autumnfest. See Oct. 3.

Explorium: Leaping Little’s, a fun movement class.

“Musical Chairs.” See Oct. 3. Parent’s Night Out. 6-10 p.m. Children must be potty-trained. $18 Nonmembers, $15 members. Reservations required.

440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Lexington Senior Adults Howling Halloween Hootenanny. 11 a.m. LCS on Nicholasville Rd. Central Baptist Church: HalloweenFest, games, candy, prizes and food. 6-8 p.m. Admission is one canned good for God’s Pantry. 110 Wilson Downing Rd. Info: 278-2331.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 3. Central Library: Super Halloween Party! 10-10:55 a.m. Ages 5 & under.

Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Oct. 3. Little Pumpkin Party, costume parade, trick or treating and crafts.

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Scholar Athlete of the Month Jacob Drives Himself As Hard As He Drives a Golf Ball

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Jacob Cook • School: Franklin County High • Grade: 11 • Sports: Golf • Academics: Homeschooled through fifth grade, Jacob has been a virtual straight-A student since sixth grade.

He currently has a 3.9 grade-point average in advanced classes and is a member of the Student Council.

• Parents: Marsha & Dwayne

A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Call or e-mail us with your Scholar Athlete nominations.

223-1765 or john@lexingtonfamily.com

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ranklin County High’s Jacob Cook is such a dedicated student and golfer, his parents feel that their only role is making sure their 17-year-old son gets enough sleep.

“He is driven, focused and determined,” his father Dwayne said.

“He is adamant about doing things the right way and doing them on time.”

And it all comes from Jacob.

“He is self-driven,” Dwayne said.

“When he entered a free-throw shooting contest when he was 12, he wanted to shoot free throws every day.”

The practice paid off. In the Elks Club national contest, Jacob won at the local, state and regional level and advanced to the national tournament in Springfield, Mass., where he placed fourth.

That same dedication has paid off in the classroom. Homeschooled through the fifth grade, he was a straight-A student in middle school. A junior now, he has a 3.9 GPA in advanced classes.

He was student of the month as a freshman, and is a member of the Student Council and Beta Club.

His dedication and attention to detail also fuel his golf game. He started when he was 5 and won his first tournament as an 11-year-old.

He attended middle school because he wanted to play high school sports – which he did as a sixth-grader, making the Franklin County varsity.

A year later, he led the team in scoring and has played at No. 1 since the eighth grade.

As a freshman, he won his first high school tournament – the same year he recorded three holes-in-one.

He also set the school scoring record with a 73.9 average. He broke his own record as a sophomore, with a 71.9 stroke average, made a school record 62 birdies (the previous record was 41) and qualified for the State tournament.

This year, he already has won three tournaments and has a 71.8 scoring average.

A year ago, he won the Golfweek Junior Tournament in Lexington and qualified for the Callaway Junior World Championship at Torrey Pines golf course in San Diego, site of Tiger Woods’ last major victory.

“Getting to play on that course where Tiger, that was a big deal,” Jacob said.

Like Tiger in his prime, Jacob feels that he has an edge on the opposition.

“I have an advantage mentally because I can get rid of bad shots quickly,” he said. “I don’t worry about my score, and I like to play one shot at a time.”

Most golfers spend a lifetime trying to master the mental side of the game.

No wonder Franklin County Coach James Myers calls him a “coach’s dream.” Y

Two Scholar Athletes a year will be picked at random to share $3,500 in scholarships provided by Mike Pulliam, a Rector Hayden Realtor and instructor at Man O’ War Golf.

Other contributors are Patrick Forrester and Howard Smith of Southern Automotive Garage Equipment, Barry and Mike Barrett of Auto Excel, local accountant Kenny Frank, Dairy Queen franchise owner Paul Wright, retired attorney Ron Sirna and PBI Bank.

ASBURY UNIVERSITY presents: Oct. 2014

— Educator of the Month —

KRISTIN GERTON:

Combining Content and Relationships A speedy state track champion in high school, eighth-grade math teacher Kristin Gerton has proved a quick study in the classroom, as well.

The Georgetown Middle School teacher of the year last year, Gerton surprised herself by how much she loved teaching when she entered the profession five years ago.

Surprised because teaching was not her first career choice.

Gerton attended college on a track scholarship and worked in admissions at a local college as her first job. During that time, she volunteered for a Junior Achievement event at Leestown Middle School and liked the classroom setting.

So much so, she quit her job, was hired at Leestown and worked there for two years before she moved to Georgetown three years ago.

With her enthusiasm and ability to connect with the students, she made an immediate impact.

“I tell my students I’m 50 percent here to teach them content – and they will learn the subject,” she said.

“But the other 50 percent is to make each of them a better person.”

Her method is simple – pay attention to students and encourage them to be themselves. A typical classroom exercise is having students tell their neighbors something they like about them.

“I’m good at establishing relationships and that’s what I do with the kids,” Gerton said. “I want them to show their personality and be who they are in real life in the classroom.”

Her success has not gone unnoticed at Georgetown.

“Kristin uses her formative assessment data to drive her instruction so the students master the content,” Principal Rhonda Schornick said.

“Also, we stress building strong relationship and she has taken this to a whole other level.”

Nominations

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

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

No wonder students call Gerton “Mama G.” Along with serving on the faculty foundations and leadership teams, Gerton has started the school’s first movie club. But unlike many star athletes who enter teaching to coach, Gerton has focused on the classroom only – until this year.

She is now the co-coach of the girls volleyball team. She will preach the same message to her players that she does in the classroom.

Said Gerton: “I tell them being positive and respectful of others will get them further than any content I can give them.”

please contact Asbury University’s School of Education at AUSOE@asbury.edu.

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