September 2012 by Lexington Family Magazine

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AfterSchool Activities w Academics w Arts w Athletics

Toilet Training Travails

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LCT Expands School Programs

How Your Scholar Athlete Can Win Scholarships

Katie Saltz Makes a Checklist

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Fall Festivals Start This Month Circus Comes to Rupp Arena New Feature: Educator of Month

Things To Do In September

Serving Central Kentucky parents for 14 years

Letter From the Editor

Family Magazine Staff Helps Spread the Hope in Appalachia

ore than 600 schoolchildren at Letcher County Elementary in Blackey will start the school year with backpacks full of supplies thanks to Mission of Hope and its volunteers, including the staff of Lexington Family Magazine. On Aug. 7, we participated in MOH’s Back to School Backpack Program in which the Christian, non-profit ministry provides more than 10,000 schoolchildren at 27 schools in Appalachia – 15 of them in Kentucky – with school supplies. For the trip to Blackey, we were joined by members of Versailles Baptist Church and Quest Community Church, so more than two dozen volunteers trekked three hours to Letcher Elementary where

Editor John Lynch Advertising Kristi Boss Lindsay Emmerich Glenda Isaac Gary Mazza

Marketing & Events Laurie Evans Graphic Design Daniel Morgan Baby Bump Editor Katie Saltz Office Manager Carla Hall

Cover Photography Robin Allen Photography

• Distribution Monthly • Circulation 30,000 • Readership 72,000 • Distribution Points 700 in 8 counties

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Emmette Thompson of Mission of Hope with students from Letcher County Elementary representative, had so much fun he made his mother promise that they would come back again. My son, Jack, now 20, impressed me by getting up at 6 a.m. to make the trip. }}} Page 20

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we met Emmette Thompson, the executive director of MOH. Our jobs as volunteers included unloading the supplies into the school gym and arraying the backpacks, pens, pencils, glue sticks, scissors, paper, folders and hygiene items on tables. We welcomed the students as they entered the gym and then, one by one, we helped students fill their backpacks as they selected their supplies. It was a family affair for Lexington Family Magazine, with children of our staff helping out. Laurie Evans, our events coordinator, brought her daughters Aimee, 19, and Melissa, 14. Cooper Boss, the high-spirited 14-year-old son of Kristi, an account

Short Stuff Tickets for the Circus; LCT’s Oz; BiWater Rocks the Farm; Toilet Training Woes. Plus Fruit Trifle Recipe. Scholar Athlete Scholarship Lex. Family’s Scholar Athletes now have a chance to win scholarships along with their awards. After-School Activities Lex. Family’s guide to fun, educational programs for your kids. Fall Festivals in Season Pumpkins and apples are ready at local fall festivals. Educator of the Month Our newest feature recognizes talented educators in the Bluegrass

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On the Cover Jack Gifford, 4, son of Stephani and Jonathan of Lexington, knows how to make a photo shoot fun. Photo by Robin Allen Photography

giveaways Bi-Water Farm The pumpkins are ripe on the vine so its time to head out to Autumnfest at Bi-Water Farm, Sept. 15-Oct.31. Lex. Family is giving away 4 sets of 4 tickets to Autumnfest. www.biwaterfarm.com

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Circus Swoops Into Rupp Arena Sept. 6-9

hildren of all ages are invited to Rupp Arena to witness breathtaking stunts, feats of dare-devilry, amazing animals and more with “Fully Charged” from the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. The Ringling Bros. world-famous clowns will delight children with their hilarious hoopla, but Tabaraya the animal trainer will have spectators on the edge of their seats as he stands eye-to-eye with 12 ferocious tigers. The Human Fuse, Brian Miser, will rocket through the air from his self-made human crossbow. Don’t blink as he flashes across the sky in less than a second, traveling 80 feet at 65 miles per hour. The Fearless Fernandez Brothers

dial up the thrills with daring feats of athleticism and extreme jumps and twists inside the Twin Turbines of Steel. Daring Guillermo performs a 360-degree flying forward somersault three stories in the air, a feat so difficult it has been attempted by only one other person in the 141-year history of Ringling Bros. Performances at Rupp Arena are scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 6 and Friday, Sept. 7 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 8 at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 9 at 1 and 5 p.m. Tickets range from $15-$80 and are available through Ticketmaster. Info: 233-3535 or www. ticketmaster.com. Y

Artist Deadline for Museum Go Round Is Oct. 1

oung artists have a chance to showcase their work this October at the 23rd annual Museum Go Round Family Festival hosted by the Explorium of Lexington. Artists under the age of 18 can share and sell their artwork as part of the festival, sponsored by Central Bank and Trust. The deadline for artists to

register is Oct. 1. The Festival will take place from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13 at Triangle Park in downtown Lexington. In addition to the art galley, families can enjoy balloon art, magic tricks, a toddler play area, plus Bubble-Mania, Dino-Dig, It’s a Buggy World and more. Visitors can explore math, science, culture and art through creativity in the Art Smart Lab from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. All activities are free. For the schedule of events and more info, visit www.explorium.com or call 258-3253. Y

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KU Scholar Athletes

Business Group Sponsors $2,500 in Scholarships

hanks to five local businesses, headed by realtor Mike Pulliam, the Scholar Athletes selected by Lexington Family Magazine for 2012-2013 will have a chance to win scholarships totaling $2,500. For 15 years, Kentucky Utilities has sponsored the popular Scholar Athlete feature in the magazine, honoring 180 local high school and middle-school students during that time who have excelled in sports and in the classroom. Each year, KU and Family Magazine host a banquet where the Scholar Athletes are recognized and receive commemorative T-shirts and certificates, along with other mementos. At the 2013 banquet in June, for the first time the year’s 12 Scholar Athletes will be entered in a drawing for a $1,500 and $1,000 scholarship. These scholarships will be provided by Pulliam, a realtor at Rector-Hayden and an instructor at Man O’ War golf, plus Howard Smith of Southern Automotive Garage Equipment, Barry and Mike

Barrett of Auto Excel, local CPA Kenny Frank and PBI Bank. Pulliam, who played golf at Lexington Catholic and at Purdue and Western Kentucky Mike Pulliam University, has instructed hundreds of kids in his 15 years at Man O’ War Golf and has always emphasized academics. “Every single kid I teach gets A’s and B’s because if they get a C, they have to run laps at Man O’ War or write a paper for me on the importance of academics,” Pulliam said. “If they get straight A’s, they earn a discount on their golf lessons. “These scholarships will promote kids to work hard in school, and will inspire them not to neglect academics.” Pulliam’s partners echo that sentiment, saying that rewarding young people for their accomplishments is a top priority. “When you have someone who is a good athlete and a strong student, they are

more well-rounded, dedicated people, and we need a lot more of those these days,” Smith said. Added Barry Barrett: “When you invest in young people, you invest in the future. Anyone who has gone on to be a success has had something like this to help them along.” Editor John Lynch, who profiles the Scholar Athletes for the magazine, is thrilled by the new program. “This is the most popular feature in the magazine and we receive loads of nominees,” he said. “Adding scholarships to the program is a wonderful way to bring even more attention to these deserving young people.” The inspiration for the scholarship program came from Pulliam’s niece, Katie Parrott, who won a scholar-athlete award and a scholarship as a high school golfer in the Nashville area. Impressed, Pulliam wanted to import the idea to Kentucky. “I didn’t like Tennessee one-upping us,” said Pulliam, a lifelong UK football and basketball fan. Y

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At The Lexington School children find courage in lots of little places: in every classroom, and in each activity. It could be the first time he jumps off the big tires on the playground or the moment she realizes her circuit just won’t work, and it is time to start all over. These are what we call teachable moments, and we embrace them. Challenges lead to growth, and growth creates courage. At The Lexington School, we teach courage. And our students SOAR.

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my new heartbeat n a moment of wishful thinking, we decided to redecorate the hall bathroom this month. The addition of a hot pink potty chair changed the whole vibe of the room, not to mention our lives. After reading a few books promising miracle pottytraining techniques, all signs pointed to CeCe being ready for us to introduce the idea of the potty. The signals that your toddler may be potty ready are pretty

vocabulary that are Katie Saltz likely to slip during accidents? t Are you prepared to say the word “poo” more times than you ever thought possible? t Does your washing machine have a “heavy soil”

Potty Training: No. 1 Tips for Going No. 2 straightforward: t Do they wake up dry from naps? t Do they complain about wet diapers? t Do they show interest in imitating mom and dad, etc.? But even if your child seems ready, are you? Nobody tells you the emotional toll potty-training has on the parents. I haven’t found a checklist for mommy’s readiness to potty train, so I made one: “How to Tell if You are Ready to Potty Train Your Child”: t Have you developed the patience of a saint? t Do you have a monk-like ability to stay calm? t Have you eliminated “adult” words from your 6 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

cycle? t Are you comfortable giving celebratory high fives to your child before he washes his hands? t Do you understand that every time your child grunts or suddenly gets very still and quiet, you are going to say, “Do you need to go potty? Are you going right now? HONEY, GET THE POTTY CHAIR!” If you can answer yes to all of these questions, congratulations! You are ready to potty train! We have a long road ahead of us full of “uh-oh’s” and “oopsies.” If we can get through this initial phase without CeCe wearing her potty chair as a hat, I will consider this venture successful. Y

digital Sept. [at] LexingtonFamily.com Kids Eye View Photo Contest Voting School-age kids who love to take photos have submitted their work to Lexington Family Magazine, and the voting for a winner is underway. Children aged 6-14 submitted photos with an “Out and About” theme, taking photos from vacations, the ballfield, the pool or the backyard. Voting runs through Sept. 30 and the photographer with the most votes will win a $100 cash prize. To vote, visit www.lexingtonfamily. com and click on the Kids Eye View Photo Contest link.

Sept. [at] BabyBumpLexington.com Pin-Points: Our new “Pintester” is trying out pins and sharing her results! We will fill you in on the cost, difficulty and results of baby-related crafts and activities found online, plus you can follow BabyBump on Pinterest at www.pinterest.com/ babybumplex. Managing Your Mane: Learn how and why pregnancy affects your hair, and what you can do to keep it healthy and looking good post-partum. Attachment Parenting: What does this parenting style involve? Hear from the leader of a local support group for those who practice attachment parenting.

Social Media Join the conversation! News, polls, parenting issues and giveaways posted on Facebook and Twitter weekly. Like Lexington Family Magazine and BabyBumpLexington on Facebook, and tell us what you think!

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‘Wizard of Oz’ With a Twist at LCT

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Fruit Trifle

• 1 large package instant pudding • 2 cups milk • ½ cup cream cheese • 1 cup peach or strawberry yogurt • 6 cups Angel Food Cake, cubed • 2 cups strawberries, sliced • 2 bananas, sliced • 2 cups peaches, sliced

w Combine the pudding mix and milk and beat at low speed with electric mixer for 2 minutes. w Add cream cheese and beat well. w Cover and chill for 30 minutes. w Line the bottom of a 2½ quart glass bowl or trifle dish with 2 cups of cake cubes. w Spoon 1 1/3 cups pudding mixture over the cubes and top with 2/3 cup of fruit. w Repeat layers ending with fruit arranged in a decorative pattern. Cover and chill. Nutrition Content per serving: Regular Recipe Cal.120 345calories | Carb. 1.5g64fat |21gFat carbs 7 6g | protein Protein 8

Nutrition Content per serving: Low Fat / Low Sugar Cal.120 282calories | Carb. 1.5g 56fat | 21gFat carbs 2 |6g protein Protein 10

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coordinator at Lexington Family Magazine and the mother of two daughters. “You can use whatever pudding you like, but banana or cheesecake pudding works well. Using sugar-free pudding, reduced fat cream cheese and skim milk will reduce the calories.”

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exington Children’s Theatre will perform a twist on a classic story this month with their production of “Oz.” L. Frank Baum is struggling to finish his latest story, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” when a young girl named Dot sneaks into his house and is unexpectedly enlisted to help improvise and find an end to the story. Enter Baum’s world of imagination as an overstuffed Victorian study becomes a magical land – a black footstool becomes Toto – a ceiling fan with scarves becomes a cyclone – and sofa stuffing, a potbelly stove and a bearskin rug become a scarecrow, a tin man and a lion. Somewhere along the way, Dot realizes that Baum is the real wizard, but he needs an assistant … her imagination. Showtimes are Sept. 16 at 2 p.m.; Sept. 22 at 2 & 7 p.m.; and Sept. 23 at 2 p.m. The show is recommended for ages 6 & up. Tickets are $17 adults, $14 children. Info: 254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org. Y

LCT Auditions for ‘Lion, Witch & Wardrobe’

exington Children’s Theatre will hold open Get ready for afor toe-tapping, finger-snapping fun auditions “The Lion, the Witch, and the time when Sesame Street Live comes to Lexington in Wardrobe.” Based on the classic children’s book October. by C.S. Lewis, the show follows four siblings escaping The all-new musical, “Can’t brings war-torn 1940’s London who Stop find aSinging,” magical world Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Murray and all your favorite by stepping through an old wardrobe. The theatrical Sesame Street friends toand Rupp Arenagood for an depiction explores right wrong, and bad and interactive live performance. puts loyalty to the test. When Elmo gets his fingersfor onSept. Abby15 from Audition sessions arefurry scheduled Cadabby’s magic wand, there is something in and the air. 1-3 p.m. and 4-6 p.m.; Sept. 16 from 4-6 p.m. Sesame Street becomes a nonstop, all-singing, all7-9 p.m.; and Sept. 18 from 7-9 p.m. Auditions are by dancing musical montage. appointment only, and auditioners must be able to Hear andtwo-hour Baby Bearsession. sing their highs and stay forGrover the entire lows, Cookie Monster sing fast and slow,cast Bertmembers and LCT is looking for at least three dozen Ernie converse in song, and Murray make music of varying ages and skill. Roles are open for ages 9for all along! must turn 9 before Sept. 15 to be to to 99.sing Auditioners “Can’t Stop Singing” is a learning experience with eligible to audition. razzle-dazzle, up-close withThe theshow audience LCT is located at 418interactions W. Short Street. will and timeless lessons for all ages. be performed at the Lexington Opera House. Adults can enjoyext. the310. high-tech stagecraft and music Info: 254-4546 Y

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Kentucky Theatre to Display Providence Montessori Student Art

isitors to the Kentucky Theatre this month will be treated to art works by some of the newest young artists in the city. That’s because the paintings, drawings, sculpture, printmaking and fiber art on display in the Theatre’s gallery has been produced by students, aged 5-12, from Providence Montessori. “It’s an honor, to say the least,” said Carol Hiler, director of the school on Texaco Road in Lexington. “It shows another whole dimension of the Montessori program.” And what a program it is. Students at Providence study artists such as Picasso, Monet, DaVinci and Kadinsky in the 6-year-old Founders Arts and Activities Building. The art studio – a roomy, open space – features two looms, three kilns, three potter’s wheels, a slab roller and a printing press, along with traditional paints and easels. “Our students have the opportunity to explore a diversity of media,” said Sue Martin, Providence art teacher, Providence parent and a fiber artist. “Art is an avenue of expression where kids can create what they are feeling inside,” Martin said. She designs projects for the kids

that help them express these feelings such as a Mother’s Day project where students created paintings of flowers based on the work of Georgia O’Keefe. Her students have ample opportunity to express themselves through art during and after the school day. All students attend a scheduled art class once a week and can choose to work on projects, often with one-on-one time with Martin, during open studio hours three times a week. Martin also conducts four afterschool art classes. During these six-week sessions, young artists experiment with techniques such as papier mache, clay, fiber art, tie-dye, floor painting and more. Hiler believes the art display at the Kentucky will help educate the community about Montessori. “Some people think Montessori is structured and specific, with no room for critical thinking and creativity. “That’s not true. We are developing the whole child,” she said. You can experience the Providence students’ work at the Kentucky Theatre Art Gallery beginning Labor Day and continuing through September, including the Gallery Hop on Friday, Sept. 21. Y

Bi-Water Rocks the Farm for Charity

ock the Farm returns to Bi-Water Farm in Georgetown this month for more fall fun. On Sept. 15 & 16, families can listen to music and play games with all proceeds benefitting the Makenna Foundation and Kentucky Children’s Hospital. Music performances run from noon-6:30 p.m. Saturday and 1-5:45 p.m. Sunday. Saturday night will feature Lauren Mink of Kentucky who appeared on American Idol. Kids can enjoy hayrides, corn mazes, a spooky farmhouse and more. For the first time, Rock the Farm will host a Punkin Chunkin Exhibition where groups will launch pumpkins using catapults and slings they have built. Rock the Farm kicks off the beginning of AutumnFest at Bi-Water with special activities and performances through the end of October. Bi-Water Farm is at 877 Cincinnati Road in Georgetown. Regular hours for the farm are 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Saturday, and noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $9. Info: (502) 863-3676. w PNC’s Grow Up Great Program will visit BiWater Farm in September with the “Learning Is All Around Me!” Mobile Learning Adventure. The traveling exhibit will be open Sept. 22 from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. and Sept. 23 from noon-6 p.m. Parents can learn about the importance of early childhood education while kids take part in fun activities. Info: 948-3836. Y

Next Best Years Conference: Sept. 14

he Fayette County Extension Office is hosting a day of discovery and learning for “The Next Best Years: Living the Good Life” on Sept. 14. Special guests and speakers between 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. will discuss ways to enjoy life by taking the time and effort to recognize your needs. Mayor Jim Gray will open the day,

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followed by Beth Mills, the LFUCG Commissioner of Social Services, and her speech on “The Next Best Years for Seniors in Fayette County, What Lies Ahead.” Pharmacist John Brislin will discuss “Am I Taking Too Much Medicine?” Participants will enjoy a fashion show by Chico’s, and a cooking demonstration by The Lafayette Chef

Robert Gilbert. The event will take place at the Fayette County Extension Office at 1140 Red Mile Place. Registration is required by September 7. Cost is $12 per person and includes breakfast, lunch and a chance for door prizes. Info: 257-5582 or http://ces.ca.uky. edu/fayette/. Y

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earningRx, which is inspired by the latest breakthroughs in the science of the brain, is based on the principle that brain training can help students improve cognitive function and perform better in school. Neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to adapt and grow, is the science behind brain training and the basis of each of the LearningRx brain training programs. The program exposes each

changing results. For example, using noninvasive fMRI technology to create detailed images of the working brain, scientists have documented that the brains of “good” readers and “poor” readers are “wired” to function differently. Intense training makes it possible to rewire the brain so that reading becomes faster and easier than before. The results of LearningRx brain training programs

LearningRx students test higher in IQ – an average of 15 points higher – after completing brain training. student to a customized series of intense mental workouts. To perform these workouts, the brain is forced to strengthen, reorganize and even create new neural pathways. In other words, brain training “rewires” the brain to perform more efficiently than ever before. How important is it to force your brain to work hard? According to Dr. John Ratey, a professor at Harvard Medical School and the author of “A User’s Guide to the Brain,” using your brain keeps it vital and growing. Not using it leads to decay. Dr. Ratey concludes that, “for the first time, we are learning to see mental weaknesses as physical systems in need of training and practice.” A rapidly growing body of scientific and medical research continues to prove that brain training rewires the brain and creates life

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After-School Activities

Bluegrass Youth Ballet Is All About the Students

Adalhi Aranda Corn is not your typical dance mom. She’s the mother of a dancer, 9-year-old Adalhi, and a 4-yearold son, Mariano, who is not the least bit interested in dance. Corn, a professional dancer in Mexico and the U.S., is also the founder of Bluegrass Youth Ballet, a noncompetitive dance and music studio, and cultural center in Lexington. You won’t find the screaming instructors, crying kids and overbearing moms of reality TV at Bluegrass Youth Ballet. Instead, you’ll find kind and caring instructors, happy and creative kids, and cooperative parents who help out with everything from marketing and fundraising to costumes and props. That’s exactly what Corn envisioned when she first opened BYB nine years ago. Corn, who began dancing at age 12 in her native Mexico, first came to

the U.S. to work as a professional dancer in 1994 in Indiana. She moved to Lexington in 1999, working with the Lexington Ballet and the Kentucky Ballet Theatre. She married her husband, Duane Corn, a classical guitarist in 1997. At family-friendly Bluegrass Youth Ballet, Adalhi opened BYB up to 100 dancers perform in each of the group’s shows. with 45 students in love dance. 2003, the same year her “We have a place where children can daughter was born. “It was the year of devote their life to dance, and we have creation,” she said. children who want a regular childhood “My vision was to create a very with plenty of family and school time,” cultural, educational and positive dance Corn said. “We offer the best training school,” she said. regardless of ability or the dancer’s With nearly 300 students today, ambition. Students can go at their own BYB offers high quality instruction for pace.” students interested in professional careers but also serves those who just }}} Page 18

After-School Activities

ACADEMIC Curious Edge: The Reading Room

3306 Clays Mill Road, #203 (859) 899-EDGE (3343) www.thecuriousedge.com Provides after-school therapy sessions for students struggling academically, specializing in language processing disorders and dyslexia. Staff includes certified dyslexia specialists, speech-language pathologists and academic language therapists. Math intervention program was specifically designed for students with dyslexia.

Curious Edge: Club Scientific Bluegrass

Offers after-school science and technology clubs for elementary-age kids, including LEGO We-Do (K-2nd) and LEGO Mindstorm (3rd–5th) clubs. Lego clubs teach basic building and programming skills. Five-week science sessions include “It’s Rocket Science,” “Coasters and Contraptions” and “Geology Rocks.” Clubs teach science concepts with hands-on learning and are held on-site and at several schools. 12 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Lexington Public Library

140 E. Main St. / (859) 231-5500 www.lexpublib.org After-school activities include book clubs for young readers, homework help, crafts and more at all library branches.

The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning

251 West Second St. (859) 254-4175 www.carnegiecenterlex.org Offers seasonal classes in writing, computer literacy, graphic design and language; tutoring for students grades K-12; vibrant youth and family programs and exhibits; readings and other arts-related events designed to encourage, among Central Kentuckians, an appreciation for all art forms and for learning in general. Many classes and events at the Carnegie Center are free, and wherever low-cost registration fees are required, scholarships are available to help those in need.

Girl Scouts of Kentucky

Wilderness Road Council 2277 Executive Drive (859) 293-2621 or (800) 475-2621

www.gskentucky.org Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Open to all girls ages 5-17.

The Kidz Club

1721 Maywick View Lane (859) 224-0799 www.TheKidzClub.com The Kidz Club, a Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care facility that provides child care for children who are medically fragile, offers programming before and after school and during all school breaks. Programming includes recreation, outdoor play, field trips and individualized lesson plans.

LearningRx

185 Pasadena Drive #115 (859) 373-0002 www.learningrx.com/lexington-south After-school and evening sessions offer cognitive skills training to help students perform better in school. The program exposes each student to a customized series of intense mental workouts, forcing the brain to strengthen, reorganize and even create new neural pathways.

National Academy

3500 Arbor Drive / (859) 273-3292 http://lexkydaycare.com After-school programs available for elementary aged children, including arts and crafts, gymnastics, cheerleading, as well as fun play in a closely supervised and safe environment. After school snacks and time for homework are provided. Transportation available from many local schools.

Newton’s Attic, Inc.

4974 Old Versailles Road (859) 368-7334 www.newtonsattic.com Newton’s Attic offers after-school, hands-on, science and math enrichment for students 8 years and up. Age appropriate activities include tool use, building-guided and self-directed projects, math/science tutoring, homework assistance and stimulating games and activities. Older students, 15 and up, can be involved in the assembly of a real airplane capable of accommodating a human passenger. Classes run MondayFriday 4-7 p.m. beginning Sept. 17.

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Based on the book by L. Frank Baum

Fall Theatre School 2012

September 16 at 2:00pm Septmeber 22 at 2:00pm September 23 at 2:00pm September 22 at 7:00pm Tickets: $14 for Children, $17 for Adults For tickets: 859.254.4546 x 247 or www.lctonstage.org

Classes and Workshops begin in September!

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After-School Activities

Lexington Children’s Theatre LCT Takes Show on the Road: Theatre Explorers Program Brings Drama to After-School Activities at Local Schools By John Lynch

ike other working parents, Danielle Clore of Lexington regularly wonders how she can be in two places at once, especially when it comes to arranging for enrichment programs for her two children. When her 7-year-old daughter Kelly fell in love with acting through attending Lexington Children’s Theatre’s summer camp, she begged to attend LCT’s after-school classes. Clore knew the value of the program and didn’t want to disappoint her daughter, but there wasn’t enough time in the day to make it work. The family lives in the south end of town and LCT sits on Short Street downtown. “It would be impossible to leave work to get my daughter from Veterans Park (Elementary) after school and get back downtown,” said Clore, the founder and executive director of the Kentucky Nonprofit Network. So she called LCT with a suggestion – Bring LCT’s after-school programs to school. To her delight, LCT had the same idea. Said Jeremy Kisling, LCT’s Associate Artistic Director in charge of Education: “We have to respond to the community and families and get to schools because that’s where the kids

are.” program. LCT brings its highly trained And so is the Children’s Theatre. staff to school, and families pay for With Clore serving as an advocate at the class, like any other after-school her child’s school, LCT launched pilot programs Lexington Children’s Theatre Leaders last spring at Veterans Park and Meadowthorpe elementaries. This school year, LCT is at Veterans Park, Rosa Parks, Liberty, Wellington and Amie Kisling Jeremy Kisling Larry Snipes Picadome. The Theatre activity. Explorers program runs 90 minutes “The beauty of the program is that it’s once a week for six weeks and is geared bringing theatre to where we are,” Clore for both first and second graders said. (Create a Play), and third through fifth graders (Actor’s Toolbox). The goal is to ONE OF BEST IN USA engage and develop the imagination of a Theatre Explorers is only the latest child – a Children’s Theatre specialty. example of why LCT is one of the best “Our classes are experience-centered – and oldest – children’s theatres in and engage every learning type,” Kisling the country. Founded in 1938, LCT has said. “We create a safe place for children built a national reputation through to explore and take risks. And our its performance productions and its teachers undertstand that if a class is education programs. not fun to teach, it’s not fun for kids.” Through its in-house productions at Clore can vouch for that. “I really its Main Stage and the Opera House, loved the program for my daughter. its school productions, its touring The class is not about learning lines. productions that traverse the state, and Six-year-olds can’t its educational and outreach classes and do that. I loved that programs, LCT reaches 120,000 kids the classes taught every year. creative movement, Participation in the education song, art and taught program has more than doubled in the kids to love the the past 12 years under the Kisling’s stage.” direction. Parents “The program has really blossomed interested in under Jeremy,” said Larry Snipes, similar experiences LCT’s Producing Director since he and for their children his wife Vivian, the Artistic Director, can follow Clore’s arrived in 1979. “He has added stability lead and advocate and consistency to our program and is at their schools, committed to young people and making which need only supply room for the }}} Page 32

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After-School Activities

Tutoring Club

3061 Fieldstone Way (859) 224-1020 www.tutoringclub.com The Tutoring Club is offering afterschool help for study skills issues such as organization and test preparation, as well as help with homework subjects such as calculus, Spanish and chemistry. Individualized test preparation is available for the October ACT and SAT tests. The Tutoring Club helps students catch up or get ahead in math, reading or writing. Start any time.

THE ARTS Academy for Creative Excellence

UK Opera Theatre / (859) 494-3937 academyforcreativeexcellence.com The A.C.E. programs train students to be lifelong learners in the performing arts, providing incremental, fundamental training in voice, theatre, dance, classical music, musical theatre and opera. Now in its fourth year, A.C.E. offers classes in individual and group vocal training, triple threat, acting tools, dance technique, tap and jazz, hip hop and a variety of audition and training workshops. Opportunities to perform include collaborative performances with other arts organizations, participation in local and national workshops, and year-end recitals and productions.

Art To Go Party

4508 Pentlalla Point 16 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

(859) 351-2537 www.arttogoparty.com In addition to Birthday Parties, Field Trip Activities, Scouting Events, Day Care Fun, etc, Art To Go Party offers “After-School Fun” with creative art and craft projects. Kids can create Halloween decor, platters and centerpieces for a Thanksgiving table and personal, hand-crafted and handpainted gifts under the Christmas tree, all in pottery, mosaics, wood, etc.

Barbara Ann School of Dance

898 E. High Street (859) 266-5861 www.badance.com For 68 years, Barbara Ann has offered dance classes from ages 3 to adult, beginners to advanced students in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, contemporary, pilates and the tiny dancers program. Accelerated program and competition work for more experienced dancers. Birthday parties offered and summer camps available.

Bluegrass Youth Ballet

1595 Mercer Road, Suite 150 (859) 271-4472 www.bluegrassyouthballet.org The after-school program serves ages 2 through adults, offering baby ballet, creative movement, preballet, eight levels of ballet, pointe, partnering, adult ballet, modern and performance opportunities. New: Boy Classes! Lessons in Suzuki classical guitar, Suzuki violin, voice and piano

are available. Spanish-spoken TaeKwonDo classes available. Classes are located at the 9,000-square foot facility CulturARTE, where Culture, Art & Community meet. The mission of BYB is to enhance lives by providing dance education in a positive environment for all youth through high-quality training, innovative performance and cultural experiences.

Explorium of Lexington

440 W. Short St. / (859) 258-3253 www.explorium.com For 20 years, the Explorium of Lexington has offered hands-on exploration in science and the arts for kids of all ages. Enjoy favorite exhibits such as the Bubble Zone and Moonscape, or make your own art in the Explorium’s art gallery. Hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

Gotta Dance Studio, Inc.

The Lansdowne Shoppes (859) 268-3382 www.gottadancelex.org Gotta Dance Studio has offered dance classes for ages 2 and older for 21 years, teaching ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, and hip hop in a fun, loving and learning atmosphere for boys and girls. Classes offered Monday-Saturday.

Kentucky Ballet Theatre Academy

736 National Avenue (859) 252-5245 / (859) 312-2459 www.kyballet.com Give your child the gift of ballet. Offering ballet training for ages 3 to adult, and Creative Movement through Advanced Ballet Pre-Professional Curriculum. Open classes for notso-serious dancers, performance opportunities and a gala performance to close the year are also available. Se habla Español.

Kentucky Mudworks

825 National Ave. / (859) 389-9681 www.kentuckymudworks.com Weekly clay classes for children ages 6-14. Handbuilding, sculpting and wheel-throwing projects for creative learning. Scout programs and parties also available.

Lexington Children’s Theatre

418 W. Short St. / (859) 254-4546 www.lctonstage.org LCT offers after-school theatre classes and workshops for children ages 4-18. Classes are geared toward age groups and meet weekly during the fall, winter, spring and summer. LCT’s Theatre School is a unique and exciting opportunity for young people to explore the beauty, diversity, complexity and challenges of the world around them through the dramatic process. Students develop their own unique creative voices, their imaginations and their understanding of drama.

Kiddie Kapers & Company Dance

Lexington Park & Recreation Tates Creek Community Center (859) 288-2935 www.lexingtonky.gov During the 2012-2013 season, classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop meet Mondays through Saturdays for ages 3 to 18.

Living Arts & Science Center

362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. (859) 252-5222 www.LASCLEX.org LASC is celebrating its 44th year of providing children, teens and adults with creative and unique classes, workshops, exhibits, field trip programs and participatory events in the arts and sciences. LASC offers after-school classes on weekdays at the LASC and at some elementary schools. Partand full-day classes for K-8th grade students are offered 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on No-School Days. Morning, evening and Saturday classes are available for pre-school, K-12th and adults.

The Mad Potter

3385 Tates Creek Rd. (859) 269-4591 www.themadpotter.biz Creative fun for everyone, including pottery painting and glass fusing, plus Tuesday Diva Nights and Saturday

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Improves Balance, Confidence & Fitness while having fun! Riding Lessons for All Ages & Abilities

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After-School Activities Family Fun & Pizza Nights.

Musikgarten of Lexington, Inc.

(859) 245-5887 www.musikgartenoflexington.com Jennifer Tutt offers music and movement classes for kids ages birth to 10 years, plus infant massage, birthday parties, and group piano and guitar classes. Musikgarten is one of only five music schools in the U.S. to win 10 national Musikgarten awards. Professional staff of 25 music teachers provides individual lessons in piano, voice, strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion. Classes and lessons offered every day.

Music Institute of Lexington

3600 Tates Creek Road (859) 273-9991 www.musicforlexington.org The Music Institute offers high quality music instruction on all instruments and voice, plus an early childhood music curriculum starting as young as 6 months. Professional artist/ teachers help students achieve their goals through weekly lessons that also include theory, history and ear-training. Performance opportunities through recitals, master classes and festivals are held throughout the year. Adult classes are also offered.

SPORTS Champs 297 Ruccio Way (859) 268-3888 www.VisitChamps.com Champs, a Lexington landmark for fun, is a state-of-the-art entertainment complex that offers an elite skate center, laser tag, miniature golf and a restaurant. Great for birthdays, special events and everyday fun. DeLima Stables

165 Buena Vista Estates Harrodsburg / (859) 748-8117 www.delimastables.com DeLima Stables offers private, semiprivate and group lessons for children and adults in a beautiful setting in the heart of the Kentucky Bluegrass. Hunter/jumper and hunt seat equitation training are available.

Fantasia Farm

7895 Tates Creek Road 18 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

(859) 272-7751 www.fantasiafarmonline.com Horseback riding lessons for beginners and advanced from kids to adults. Birthday parties and trail rides are open to the public with indoor and outdoor arenas.

Gattitown

2524 Nicholasville Road (859) 277-2323 www.gattitownlexington.com With 30,000 square feet of safe, family entertainment, Gattitown is your headquarters for every special event! Birthday parties, educational field trips, banquets, sports teams and meetings are just a few reasons to celebrate at Gattitown. Guests will enjoy an unlimited, all-you-care-to-eat buffet with pizza, pasta, salad, desserts and drinks. Private party rooms available. Enjoy more than 150 arcade games in the Midway, as well as bumper cars and carousel rides. Located in the Kmart shopping center.

I am 3rd Basketball

Centenary United Methodist Church 2800 Tates Creek Road (859) 269-2800 ext. 260 www.lexrec.org I am 3rd is based on a simple belief that Christ is First, Others are Second, and I am 3rd. Through basketball and other recreation activities, I am 3rd works to foster athletic and spiritual development for all involved. Registering now for basketball leagues for Kindergarten through 12th grade boys and Kindergarten through 7th grade girls. Registration ends Oct. 26.

Legacy All Sports

261 Ruccio Way (859) 977-8862 www.legacyallsports.com Legacy All Sports is Central Kentucky’s largest program offering gymnastics, cheer, tumbling, freestyle gymnastics and dance for ages 15 months and up. Legacy is home to USAG girls and boys competitive teams and All Star Cheer. Also offered are school’s out day camps, lunch bunch, preschool open gym and Saturday night Super Open Gyms.

Lexington Ice Skating and Recreation Center

560 Eureka Springs Drive (859) 269-5681 www.Lexingtonicecenter.com Offers three, 18-hole golf courses

Bluegrass Youth Ballet Continued from Page 12 It is this family friendly attitude that attracted Lisa Blackadar, whose 13-year-old daughter, Grace Byars, joined the program when she was 5. “I like the quality of the instruction,” Blackadar said. “The instructors are kind, they have a sense of humor, and they never forget that they are teaching young kids. It’s the opposite of what you see in reality Adalhi Aranda Corn shows.” The sign on the BYB’s door reads “CulturARTE – Where Culture, Art and Community Meet” and it is a good definition of Corn’s goal. The center houses three dance studios, two music rooms, a kitchen and a playroom for siblings of the students. For students 2 years old to adult, classes are offered in baby ballet, creative movement for preschoolers, pre-ballet, ballet and modern dance, as well as Suzuki classical guitar and violin, piano, voice and even TaeKwonDo in Spanish. BYB is a multi-cultural program. While approximately half of the 250-300 students are white, the remaining half come from as many as 30 different countries. Many students attend the city schools’ Spanish Immersion Program. Instead of competitions and recitals, BYB performs up to three shows each year. This year’s schedule includes “Dia De Los Muertos” (“Day of the Dead,” Nov. 2-3 at the Opera House), a condensed version of “The Nutcracker” (Dec. 20-22 at the Singletary Center) and a brand new production of “The Little Mermaid” (May 3-4 at the Opera House.) Unlike some studios where professional dancers perform the shows, BYB uses its own students in its shows – up to 100 per show – although dancers are not required to perform. Again, it’s all about what’s right for each child. “We’re not a competition school,” Corn said. “Competition in ballet should be with yourself not with other dancers. This is my vision for the school. I wish I had a place like it when I grew up.” The non-proft BYB offers tuition assistance to students who need it at their studio at 1595 Mercer Road. Info: www. bluegrassyouthballet.com or 271-4472. Y until late September, plus ice skating lessons and public skating, as well as basketball and soccer courts until June. Group lessons in figure skating or ice hockey for boys and girls of all ages and abilities. Children work through a series of levels and are rewarded with sew-on badges and sticker progress books. Classes are offered four days per week (Homeschool available). WiFi, tables for

homework and snack bar available. Ongoing registration offered.

Lexington Taekwondo & Jiu Jitsu

3120 Pimlico Parkway (859) 245-1733 www.ltjonline.com After-school program offers pickup at 11 Fayette County schools and

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After-School Activities

Hope Continued from Page 2 I knew Jack would connect with the kids and he didn’t disappoint. On the drive home, he regaled Gary Mazza, our vice president of sales, and me with stories of his humorous and touching encounters with the schoolchildren. Carla Hall, our office manager who has two grown sons, rounded out our group. Letcher County Elementary sits in the heart of coal country, an area with high unemployment. Approximately 85% of the students are on free or reduced lunch – and this year the school is supplying all students with free breakfast and lunch. We were amazed at how grateful the kids were to receive what most of us would consider modest supplies – two pencils, two pens, one box of crayons, etc. After going through the line, the younger kids scrambled over to their teachers, with their backpacks strapped on and broad smiles creasing their faces. Those smiles accompanied us on the three-hour trip home – and will stay with us for weeks and months to come. Y

includes a snack, martial arts class, homework lab with free tutoring/ homework assistance and other organized activities. Drop-in service is also available when school is out. Also offers birthday parties, group self-defense and bully-proofing classes, Karate Kubs (4-6), Junior Classed (7-12) and Adult Mixed Classes, plus spring and summer “Fitness Camps.”

LYSA

P.O. Box 24988, Lexington, 40524 (859) 223-5632 / info@lysa.org www.LYSA.org LYSA provides soccer training and play for Lexington kids ages 4 and up. Youth divisions are for ages 4 (by July 31, 2012) through 15 for the fall season, and 4 through 17 for the spring season. Fall games start the weekend after Labor Day, and spring games will begin in April, typically after spring break. Online registration is available now for fall session and Dec. 1 for the spring. Information about clinics and camps is available on LYSA web site. LYSA also offers TOPSoccer for players with intellectual and physical disabilities ages 4 and up, plus competitive soccer for players interested in a higher level of play, and leagues in the spring, summer and fall for adults.

Man O’ War Golf

1201 Man O’ War Blvd. (859) 259-4653 www.manowargolf.com Saturday morning Junior Clinics are offered from 8:30-10:45 a.m. all year for boys and girls ages 3 and up. $15 per student. Man O’ War Junior Golf Academy is offered as an after-school program that works to enhance your child’s athletic skills.

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Monkey Joe’s

1850 Bryant Road (859) 264-0405 www.monkeyjoes.com Monkey Joe’s is a fun-filled inflatable play center with wall-to-wall inflatable slides, jumps and obstacle courses that will keep your kids active, happy and healthy. Suitable for kids 12 years old and younger. Includes a Mini Monkey Zone toddler play area.

Will offer a multi-sport series of camps this fall open to rising firstthrough fifth-graders. The camp sessions are scheduled for six consecutive Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon, and will be led by varsity coaches from Sayre School. The camps run from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27 and will feature baseball/softball, tennis, golf/ track/cross-country, soccer, and basketball.

Tiger Kim’s Taekwondo Academy

Premier Athletics of Lexington

933 Floyd Drive (859) 381-1500 www.premierathletics.com Premier Athletics is home of the Kentucky Elite Allstars and Gymcats. Premier also offers a wide variety of cheerleading, gymnastics and dance classes throughout the week. From age 2 to adult, there is a class for everyone at Premier Athletics.

Punchestown Stable

1210 Bel Mar Lane (859) 971-1485 www.punchestownstable.com Punchestown Stable offers riding lessons to all ages and competition at horse shows. Lessons offered Tuesday-Sunday and year-round in indoor arena. Students will learn on show-quality lesson horses and ponies in either private or semiprivate lessons that are tailored to suit each rider’s goals and skill level. Stable is on Bel Mar Lane, just off Tates Creek Road, a short drive from downtown Lexington.

Sayre School

194 N. Limestone St. & 300 Canebrake Road (859) 254-1361 www.sayreschool.org

3601 Palomar Centre Drive (859) 296-0088 www.tigerkimtkd.com Tiger Kim’s Taekwondo Academy is the only martial arts academy in Lexington approved by Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo Headquarters) that teaches Olympic style Taekwondo. Also available are little tiger’s classes (3-5-year-olds), and youth, teen/adult and family classes along with demonstration and elite competition teams. Elite team members won 19 medals including 11 gold medals in 2012 U.S. Open national competition. All skill levels welcome. Classes teach discipline and self-control.

YMCA of Central Kentucky

Various Locations (859) 226-0393 www.ymcaofcentralky.org School Age Care Program for children ages 5-13. Safe and fun, recreational- and educational-licensed high-quality child-care programs at various schools throughout Fayette, Jessamine and Scott counties. Programs offered before and after school (depending on site) and on days school is closed.Y

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Other I am 3rd Sports: Soccer – Fall and Spring: Ages: 4yrs-6th (Boys) & 4yrs-8th (Girls) Dance – Fall and Spring; Ages 2 & up; Ballet and Tap Focus Equine – Year Round Horseback Riding Lessons: Ages 3 & up Tennis – Ages: 5-10yrs (Boys & Girls) Starts Mid Feb.

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Fall Festivals Close to Home Berea Spoonbread Festival

Cincinnati Zoo HallZOOween

Downtown Berea / www.spoonbreadfestival.com Sept. 21-23: Activities include hot air balloons, arts and crafts and spoonbread tasting.

3400 Vine St. / Cincinnati (513) 475-6124 / www.cincinnatizoo.org 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-or-treat their way around the Zoo. Oct. 6-7, 13-14, 20-22 & 26-28.

Bi-Water Farm Autumn Fest 877 Cincinnati Road / Georgetown (502) 863-3676 / www.biwaterfarm.com Sept. 15-16: Rock the Farm. Fundraiser for the UK Children’s Hospital featuring live music, food, fun and more. Sept.15-Oct. 31 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.; Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, noon-7:30 p.m.

Bluegrass Railroad Museum 175 Beasley Drive / Versailles (859) 873-2476 / www.bgrm.org Sept. 1-2: Civil War Train Robbery Sept 15-16: Mystery Train Performance Oct.19, 20, 25, 26 & 27 - Take the Halloween “Haunted” Train Ride and watch for ghosts, goblins and ghouls on the train. 8 p.m.

Boyd Orchards 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles (859) 873-3097 / www.boydorchards.com Sept 15-16: Apple Days Festival Sept 22-23: Scarecrow Festival Sept. 29 & 30: Ole Cider Days Festival Oct. 6-7: Fall Festival Oct. 13-14: Pumpkin Festival Oct. 20-21: October Festival Oct. 27-28: Harvest Festival Festivals include hayrides, farm animals, a corn maze, pony rides, unforgettable playground, train rides, face-painting, live music, Apple Blossom Café & unique gift store, plus u-pick apples and pumpkins (in season). Festivals are open 9 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturdays and noon-7 p.m. on Sundays.

Christ the King Oktoberfest 299 Colony Blvd. / www.ctkoktoberfest.com Sept. 21-22: Oktoberfest. Enjoy German food, arts and crafts, a casino, a bake sale, live music and more. Friday, 4-11 p.m., Saturday, 1-11 p.m. 22 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Devine’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch 623 Talmage-May Road / Harrodsburg (859) 613-6900 / www.devinescornmaze.com Sept. 14-Oct 31: Enjoy 10 acres of corn maze honoring the UK basketball national championship. Friday, 6-11 p.m.; Saturday,10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Admission: $4 kids, $8 adults.

Evans Orchard 180 Stone Road / Georgetown (502) 863-2255 / www.evansorchard.com The Harvest Festival is every weekend Sept. 15Oct. 31 and includes food, pony rides, barnyard fun, hayrides and more. Sept. 8-9: Apple Festival Evans Orchard is open Tuesdays-Saturdays, 9:306 and Sundays, noon-6 p.m. Admission is free, individual activities have a small fee but children can purchase an all-in-one bracelet for $10 allowing access to all rides and games. Bracelets for adults are $6.

Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass 570 Milner Road / Versailles (859) 873-3271 / Corn Maze Hotline: (859) 537-5444 / www.kycornmaze.com Central Kentucky’s Largest Corn Maze. FridaySunday, Sept. 14-Oct 21. Every weekend you can experience 16-acre corn maze, roping station, hayrides, corn hole, lawn checkers, concession stand and special events! Admission: Adults (13+) $10, Children (5-12) $5, Children (4 and under) Free. Corn Maze Special Event Weekends: Sept. 14-16: Student Weekend. Sept. 22-23: Artisan Weekend. Sept. 28-30: God’s Pantry Food Drive. Oct. 5, 12, & 19: Farm Fresh Concert Series. Oct. 6: Pet Daze. Bring your four-legged friend out to the maze (on a leash, please!). Adoptable pets

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Louisville Zoo McDonald’s ZOOtember 1100 Trevilian Way / Louisville (502) 459-2181 / www.louisvillezoo.org Sept. 1-2: Storybook Character Days featuring Larry and Bob from “Veggie Tales” Sept. 7: Movie Night with “Kung Fu Panda 2: The Kaboom of Doom” Sept. 15: Toyota Backyard Action Hero Day Sept. 21: Movie Night with “The Lorax” Sept. 22: S.O.S. Walk (Species Survival Walk) October Weekends: The World’s Largest Halloween Party!

Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Festival 605 Hill N’ Dale / www.mqfestival.org Sept. 28-29: Food, fun and raffles.

Midway Fall Festival Historic downtown Midway www.midwayfallfestival.org Sept. 15-16: 38th Annual Festival. Enjoy arts, homemade crafts, live music, free train rides for the kids, petting zoo, sand sculptures, corn meal mill and great food.

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september calendar Saturday 1 Lexington Farmers Market: Purchase homegrown vegetables, herbs and spices, honey, candles, eggs, meats and more. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Cheapside Park, downtown. Info: 608-2655. Bluegrass Farmers Market: Purchase Kentucky Proud vegetables, fruits, herbs, eggs, meats and more. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 3450 Richmond Rd. Info: 548-3516. Bleu Plate Food Tours: Guided food walking tours through downtown stopping at Lexington’s best eateries. 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Info: (800) 979-3370. Good Foods Market & Café: Free Store Tour & Sampling Saturday. Tour the store with the staff dietician, savor samples and enjoy exclusive offers. Tour 11 a.m.-noon. Sampling Saturday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Sign up at the Customer Service Desk. 455 Southland Dr. Info: 278-1813. Bluegrass Railroad Museum: Civil War Train Robbery. 2 p.m. Arrive 15 minutes before departure. Sept. 1 & 2. $13.50 adults, $12.50 seniors, $11.50 children, free for children 2 & under. 175 Beasley Rd., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-2476.

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Lexington Legends: Legends vs. Rome Braves. 7:05 p.m. on Sept. 1; 1:35 p.m. on Sept. 2; 12:05 p.m. on Sept. 3. $9 box seats, $5 bleachers. Whitaker Bank Ball Park. Info: 422-7867. Lex Public Library: Central Library: Sensational Saturdays, story and music time. 11 a.m. For families. Tates Creek Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 2 Bleu Plate Food Tours: Guided food walking tours through downtown stopping at Lexington’s best eateries. 1:30 p.m. Info: (800) 979-3370. UK Art Museum: Artful Sunday, guided tours and family activities. 2-3:30 p.m. Free. Info: 257-5716. UK Women’s Soccer: UK vs. Southeast Missouri. 2:30 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. UK Soccer Complex. Info: (800) 9282287.

Monday 3 Labor Day: FCPS: No School Lexington Legends: “Kids Eat Free Mondays” presented by Members Heritage Federal Credit

Union. Kids 12 & under receive a voucher for a free hot dog and soft drink. 12:05 p.m. Whitaker Bank Ball Park. Info: 422-7867.

Tuesday 4 Scott County Public Library: Preschool Storytime, activities, songs and stories. 10 a.m. Ages 3-5. Creative Kids, fun and craft time. 3:30 p.m. Ages 6 & up. 104 S. Bradford Lane, Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3566. Woodford County Public Library: Toddler Tales, story and activity time. 10 a.m. Ages 2-3. Preschool Stories. 11 a.m. Ages 4-5. 115 N. Main St., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-5191. Bluegrass Farmers Market: Purchase Kentucky Proud vegetables, fruits, herbs, eggs, meats and more. 3-6 p.m. 3450 Richmond Rd. Info: 548-3516. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Prenatal Yoga. 5:30-6:30 p.m. 8 classes for $50, 10 classes for $55, 12 classes for $60. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-4354. Baby Moon: Labor Workshop for Couples. 7:15-9:30 p.m. $40. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch:

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Bouncing Babies story time. 11 a.m. and noon. Ages 6-24 months. Little Leonardos, a hands-on art program. 2:30-3:15 p.m. Ages 2-5. Reservations required. Daring DaVincis art program. 3:45-4:30 p.m. Ages 6-12. Reservations required. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime, a lap-sit story time. 11 a.m. Ages 6-18 months. Northside Branch: Read and Rhyme, story time. 11 a.m. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me, a lap-sit story time. 10:30 a.m. 6-18 months. Village Branch: Building Character Through Aikido, learn the values of the samurai through this modern martial art. 4:30 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Homework Help. 4 p.m. MondayThursday. Grades K-12. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 5 Good Foods Market & Café: Wellness Wednesday. Receive 5 percent off all supplements, body care and bulk herbs and spices. 8 a.m.-10 p.m. 455 Southland Dr. Info: 278-1813. Amerisport Gymnastics: Open Gym for toddlers. 10-11 a.m. Ages crawling-5 years. $5. 2041 Creative Drive, #200. Info: 2555231. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Happy Baby Yoga, for mom and baby. 10-11 a.m. Ages 6 weeks-9 months. $45. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-4354. Woodford County Public Library: Homeschool Group meeting: “Make New Friends.” 1:30 p.m. 115 N. Main St., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-5191. Red Barn Radio: presents Sam Gleaves. 7 p.m. $8, children 12 & under free. 161 N. Mill St. Info: 338-7648. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Storytime. 10 a.m. Ages 2-3. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Northside Branch: LEGO Book Club. 6 p.m. Ages 7 & up. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. 10:30 a.m. 12-24 months. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 6 Scott County Public Library: Terrific Twos, activity and story time. 9:30 a.m. Ages 24-26 months. 104 S. Bradford Lane, Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3566. Growing Peaceful Families: “Creating Teamwork” Parent Education Series. Explore how it feels to be on a team and how to become a better team player. 10 a.m.-noon. $30 per workshop. Registration required. 118 Constitution Street, Suite 120. Info: 333-3053. Woodford County Public Library: Baby Story Time. 10 a.m. Ages 6-23 months. 115 N. 26 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Main St., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-5191. Carnegie Center: ACT Test Prep. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Oct. 25. Grades 10-12. $35. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Teen Howl Poetry Series, open mic for poets under 21. 6 p.m. Free. The Morris Book Shop, 882 E. High St. Rupp Arena: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus presents “Fully Charged,” an all-new surge of circus entertainment. Sept. 6 & 7 at 7 p.m.; Sept. 8 at 3 & 7 p.m.; Sept. 9 at 3 & 5 p.m. Tickets $15-$80. Info: 233-4567. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies story time. 10:45 and 11:15 a.m. Ages 6-24 months. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 2-3. Northside Branch: Read, Play, Learn! 11 a.m. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Info: 2315500.

Friday 7 Scott County Public Library: Romping Readers, activity and story time. 9:30 a.m. Ages 24 months and younger. Terrific Twos, activity and story time. 10:30 a.m. Ages 24-26 months. 104 S. Bradford Lane, Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3566. Amerisport Gymnastics: Open Gym. 7-9 p.m. $6 members, $10 non-members. 2041 Creative Drive, #200. Info: 255-5231. UK Men’s Soccer: UK vs. St. Josephs. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. UK Soccer Complex. Info: (800) 928-2287. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play and Learn. 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless story and activity time. 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3. Info: 231-5500.

Saturday 8 Lexington Farmers Market: See Sept. 1. Bluegrass Farmers Market: See Sept. 1. Kentucky State Barbeque Festival: Enjoy music, a hog-calling contest, art projects, kid’s activities, great food and more. Festival begins 11 a.m. Sept. 8 and runs through 6 p.m. Sept. 9. Second Street, Danville. Info: (859) 236-2805. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Pediatric CPR class. 9 a.m.-noon. $25 per person or $40 per couple. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357. Evans Orchard: Apple Festival, pony and hay rides, crafts, food and more. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sept. 8, noon-6 p.m. on Sept. 9. 180 Stone Rd., Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-2255.

Lexington Philharmonic: PB&J Concert Series, featuring an ensemble from a different instrument family each time. 10 & 11 a.m. $5 in advance, $7 at the door. Living Arts & Science Center, 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 233-4226. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Community Diabetes Chat. 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Faith Lutheran Church, 1000 Tates Creek Rd. Info: 288-2395. Shaker Village: “The Civil War Marches Through Shaker Village.” Catch a glimpse of how the Civil War affected the village and those who lived there 150 years ago. 10 a.m.5 p.m. $15 adults, $5 ages 6-12, free for ages 5 & under. 3501 Lexington Rd., Harrodsburg. Info: 734-5411. Bleu Plate Food Tours: See Sept. 1. Woodford County Public Library: Paws to Read, kids can improve reading skills by practicing with friendly therapy dogs. 3-4 p.m. Grades K-5. Free. Reservation required. 115 N. Main St., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-5191. Victorian Square: Kentucky Magic Dinner Theater, featuring magician John Shore for an evening of classical conjuring. 6 p.m. $39.50. 101 North Broadway. Info: 225-0370. Lexington Convention Center: Roller Derby: Rollergirls of Central KY vs. New River Valley. 7 p.m. $10 in advance, $12 at the door, children 12 & under free. Heritage Hall. Info: 233-4567. UK Football: UK vs. Kent State. 7:30 p.m. Commonwealth Stadium. $46 for SEC games, $41 non-conference. Info: (800) 928-2287. Lex Public Library: Central Library: Sensational Saturdays. See Sept.1. Tates Creek Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. See Sept. 1. LEGO Club. 2-4 p.m. Grades 2-middle school. Reservations required. Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 9 Bleu Plate Food Tours: See Sept. 2. UK Men’s Soccer: UK vs. Charlotte. 2:30 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. UK Soccer Complex. Info: (800) 928-2287. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Breastfeeding 101 class. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Great Expectations childbirth class. 5-7:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Monday 10 Scott County Public Library: Romping Readers, activity and story time. 9:30 a.m. Ages 24 months and younger. Terrific Twos,

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Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Health Chats About Diabetes. 6:15-7:30 p.m. Free. UK Polk Dalton Clinic, 217 Elm Tree Lane. Info: 288-2395.

Moon Festival Celebration: Talent show, face painting, hair decoration, bubble tea, moon cake competition and tasting; Chinese essay/drawing contest for grade-school students and mini-Chinese lessons for nonChinese speakers. Plus dancing and music performances. Free. 4-8 p.m. Moondance Amphitheater on Beaumont Centre Circle. Info: 224-8072.

La Leche League of Lexington: Monthly meeting. 7:15 p.m. Free. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 559-8488 or 351-9865.

Baby Moon: Bluegrass Babywearers Group meeting. 11:30 a.m. Free. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.facebook.com/groups/ bluegrassbabywearers/. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Diabetes Support Group. 1-2 p.m. Free. Senior Citizens Center, 1530 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 288-2395. Kentucky McTeggart Irish Dancers: Free first lesson for beginners. 4:30-5:15 p.m. Boys and girls ages 5-18. Registration required. 3519 Lansdowne Dr. Info: www.kyirishdancers.org. St. Joseph East Hospital: Breastfeeding Class. 6-9 p.m. $25 per couple. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr. Info: 9672229. Carnegie Center: Math Mondays, creative instruction covering multiplication, division, fractions, money, word problems and more. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through Nov. 26. All ages. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump. An interactive music and movement program. 11 a.m. Ages 1-3. Reservations required. Northside Branch: Teen Advisory Board Meeting. 7 p.m. Ages 12-18. Open to new members. Village Branch: Building Character Through Aikido, learn the values of the samurai through this modern martial art. 4:30 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Homework Help. 4 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Grades K-12. Info: 2315500.

Tuesday 11 Scott County Public Library: Preschool Storytime and Creative Kids. See Sept. 4. Woodford County Public Library: Toddler Tales and Preschool Stories. See Sept. 4. Bluegrass Farmers Market: See Sept. 4. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Prenatal Yoga. See Sept. 4.

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Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies, see Sept. 4. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime, see Sept. 4. Dragon Book Club, 4-5 p.m. Grades 2-3. Stories Before Bedtime: I Love Animals! 6:30-7 p.m. Grades Preschool-1. Reservations required. Northside Branch: Read and Rhyme, see Sept. 4. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me, see Sept. 4. Village Branch: Building Character Through Aikido, see Sept. 4. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 12 Amerisport Gymnastics: Open Gym for toddlers. See Sept. 5. Boyle County Public Library: Mommyto-Mommy Support Group. 1-2 p.m. Free. Danville. Info: (859) 583-1007 or (859) 2362053. Safe Kids Coalition: Car Seat Check-up Clinic. 2-4 p.m. By appointment. Free. Auto Tech Services, 780 Winchester Rd. Info: 323-1153. Woodford County Public Library: TAG Meeting. 4-5 p.m. Grades 6-12, teens help plan teen programs, select materials, eat and play games. 115 N. Main St., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-5191. Carnegie Center: Spanish for Kids. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 12. Grades 1-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Happy Baby Yoga. See Sept. 5. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Basics class. 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Health Living Class, new topics each month. 6-7 p.m. Registration required. First African Baptist Church, 901 Georgetown Street. Info: 288-2395. Red Barn Radio: presents Bluegrass Riot. 7 p.m. $8, children 12 & under free. 161 N. Mill St. Info: 338-7648. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Sept. 5. Central Library: Preschool Storytime. 10 a.m. Ages 3-5. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Sept. 5. Northside Branch: LEGO Book Club. See Sept. 5. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Sept. 5.

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Thursday 13 Scott County Public Library: Terrific Twos. See Sept. 6. Woodford County Public Library: Baby Story Time. See Sept. 6. Carnegie Center: Outstanding Writers’ League. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Nov. 15. Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Sept. 6. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Sept. 6. Middle School Mix-Up, make new friends while enjoying snacks and fun. 6-7 p.m. For middle schoolers. Reservations Required. Northside Branch: Read, Play, Learn! See Sept. 6. Anime and Manga Club. 6:30 p.m. New members welcome. For middle and high schoolers. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Sept. 6. Info: 231-5500.

Friday 14 Fayette County Extension Office: “The Next Best Years: Living the Good Life.” A day of presentations, demonstrations and speakers focusing on living a full and healthy lifestyle. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $12, includes breakfast and lunch. Registration required. 1140 Red Mile Place. Info: 257-5582. Scott County Public Library: Romping Readers and Terrific Twos. See Sept. 7. Boyle County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Class. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Registration required. Danville. Info: (859) 583-1007 or (859) 236-2053. Amerisport Gymnastics: Open Gym. See Sept. 7. Brooks Place: Boots & Barbeque, featuring the comedic stylings of Etta May. Music, dancing, dinner and drinks with proceeds benefitting Rose Mary C. Brooks Place. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7. $100 per person. 200 Rose Mary Drive, Winchester. Info: 737-6406. UK Women’s Soccer: UK vs. Florida. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. UK Soccer Complex. Info: (800) 928-2287. Lexington Opera House: Lexington Ballet presents “Hard Rock Ballet.” Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 15 at 2 & 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 16 at 2 p.m. $29.75 general admission, $19.75 students. 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-3535. Lexington Philharmonic: presents “Firebird & Fandangos.” 7:30 p.m. $25-$60. UK Singletary Center. Info: 233-4226.

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Lex. Children’s Theatre Continued from Page 14 them the center of the experience.” Children flock to LCT’s summer camp programs that involve oneweek sessions that are capped by performances for parents and friends. And the in-house, after-school classes for children 4-18 offered in the fall, winter and spring continue to flourish. In addition, LCT has launched a Parent and Me class for children 3-4 years old. When it comes to theatre for the whole family, LCT has it all covered.

PERFORMANCE WORKSHOPS For the past decade, LCT has conducted after-school Performance Workshops at Picadome Elementary in connection with the school’s Family Resource Center. LCT staff brings two teaching artists, props, sets and costumes to Picadome five days a week, two hours a day for two weeks. The workshop serves up to 25 students and concludes with a 30-minute performance for the whole school. “The kids really enjoy the program,” said Ebonee Brown, the Family Resource Director for 12 years. “The kids get to express their individual creativity and talent, and they think it’s amazing to put on a play.” The transformation the kids undergo during the two-week workshop thrills Brown. “They are hesitant kids when they first try out and by the time they’re on stage they’re like another person. They are so confident and proud of what they have done. It’s really neat to see that happen.” Other schools have written grants and tapped PTA funds to bring LCT to class during the school day. Recently, those schools have included Yates, Russell Cave and Sandersville

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elementaries and the private school, KORE Melissa Evans and Zachary Kelly sweep across the stage Academy. at Lexington Children’s Theatre Lansdowne Elementary has been especially creative with from a shy child into a self-confident grants allowing classroom teachers to performer who is now a member of bring in LCT to help enrich lessons. the Theatre’s Junior Company, which One class, studying the Western meets once a week to focus on acting movement in the U.S., brought in LCT skills. for a week to weave drama into the In February, he appeared in his first lesson. Main Stage production, “There’s a Girl LCT also has augmented Lansdowne in the Boys Bathroom.” science classes through drama, “I really love acting and it’s such including an ecology class studying a positive environment,” Zachary found objects. LCT brought in puppets said. “The rehearsals are fun, not made from found objects to illustrate work, work, work. It’s easy to make the lesson, much to the delight of the friends, and the teachers are nice and students. treat everybody equal. There are no Said Amie Kisling, Jeremy’s wife favorites.” and the theatre’s Associate Education Just the Children’s Theatre itself. Director. “Once we get into a school, “The theatre has had such a big they see the value of our program and impact on his personality and outlook we always get invited back.” on life,” Andrea said of Zachary. “It’s been tremendous with his selfHOME AWAY FROM HOME confidence. It’s just such a positive Whether through school, a class or a environment. He always leaves in a production, when many kids interact good mood.” with Lexington Children’s Theatre, Snipes, the longtime Producing they get hooked. Director, trumpets the fact that Take the case of Zachary Kelly, the theatre teaches the same life lessons 13-year-old son of Andrea Adams of as sports with a notable difference – Georgetown. there are no losers in theatre. As a preschooler, he saw a “In theatre, everybody can work performance of “Jack and the Wonder together to the benefit of each other Beans” and he was mesmerized. without anyone feeling vanquished,” “He was a very active little boy and he said. “In theatre, everyone I didn’t think he could sit through succeeds.” a whole performance, but he was Andrea Adams echoes that spellbound,” Andrea said. “We got sentiment, season tickets right away.” “Zachary has learned important Zachary also started taking classes life lessons like hard work, working and LCT became a second home for together and seeing something him. “The Children’s Theatre is like his through,” she said. “For us the other parent,” said Andrea, a single Children’s Theatre is the antidote to mom. everything else in life. It’s a special She has seen Zachary transform place.” Y

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Monday 17 Scott County Public Library: Romping Readers, Terrific Twos, and Family Storytime. See Sept. 10. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2395. Kentucky McTeggart Irish Dancers: Free first lesson for beginners. 4:30-5:15 p.m. Boys and girls ages 5-18. Registration required. 3519 Lansdowne Dr. Info: www.kyirishdancers.org. Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump. See Sept. 10. Village Branch: Building Character Through Aikido. See Sept. 10. Homework Help. 4 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Grades K-12. Info: 2315500.

Tuesday 18 Scott County Public Library: Preschool Storytime and Creative Kids. See Sept. 4. Woodford County Public Library: Toddler Tales and Preschool Stories. See Sept. 4. Banner Bags by Teens. 4-5:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Registration required. 115 N. Main St., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-5191. Bi-Water Farm: Tiny Tot Tuesdays. Children 4 & under are admitted free to AutumnFest between 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. 877 Cincinnati Rd., Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. Bluegrass Farmers Market: See Sept. 4. Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Health Chats on Diabetes. 5-6 p.m. Free. Nathaniel Mission Free Clinic, 616 DeRoode St. Info: 288-2395. Carnegie Center: Family Fun & Learning Night, “Celebrate Peace.” 6-8 p.m. Recommended for families with children ages 3-12. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Comfort Measures Childbirth Class. 6:158:15 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Prenatal Yoga. See Sept. 4. 36 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Baby Moon: MaterniTEA discussion group. 7:15-8:30 p.m. Free. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies, see Sept. 4. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime, see Sept. 4. Northside Branch: Read and Rhyme, see Sept. 4. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me, see Sept. 4. Village Branch: Building Character Through Aikido, see Sept. 4. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 19 Amerisport Gymnastics: Open Gym for toddlers. See Sept. 5. Woodford County Public Library: Homeschool Group. See Sept. 5. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Breastfeeding 101 class. 6:15-7:45 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Happy Baby Yoga. See Sept. 5. Red Barn Radio: presents Dave Hawkins and The Perfect Men. 7 p.m. $8, children 12 & under free. 161 N. Mill St. Info: 338-7648. UK Men’s Soccer: UK vs. ETSU. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. UK Soccer Complex. Info: (800) 928-2287. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Storytime, see Sept. 5. Extreme Explorers, science, literature and art activities. 3:30-4:15 p.m. Ages 6-10. Reservations required. Central Library: Preschool Storytime. 10 a.m. Ages 3-5. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime, see Sept. 5. Northside Branch: LEGO Book Club, see Sept. 5. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime, see Sept. 5. Little Hands Math & Science Safari, learn through play. 1:30 p.m. Ages 3-5. Reservations required. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 20 Hospice of the Bluegrass: BB&T presents “An Evening With Lisa Niemi Swayze,” wife of the late actor, Patrick Swayze. 7:30 p.m. Signature Club, 3256 Lansdowne Dr. Info: 296-6116. Ephraim McDowell Medical Ctr: Breastfeeding Support Group. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. 217 S. Third St., Danville. Info: (859) 238-2534. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Sept. 6. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Storytime. See Sept. 6. Northside Branch: Read, Play, Learn! See Sept. 6. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Sept. 6. Info: 231-5500.

Friday 21 Carnegie Center: Kentucky Women Writers

Conference. Sept. 21 & 22. Talks and workshops in poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction and spoken word. $175, students $30. Registration required. 251 W. 2nd St. Info: 257-2874. Christ the King: Oktoberfest. Food, fun, amusement rides and inflatables. 1-11 p.m. 412 Cochran Road. Info: 266-5641 or www. ctkschool.net Scott County Public Library: Romping Readers and Terrific Twos. See Sept. 7. Amerisport Gymnastics: Open Gym. See Sept. 7. Woodford County Public Library: Circus Night with Cambo the Clown, face-painting, cotton candy and more. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Registration required. 115 N. Main St., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-5191. Gallery Hop: Artwork by Providence Montessori School students. Kentucky Theatre. 4-10 p.m. Info: 255-7330. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play and Learn. See Sept. 7. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Sept. 7. Info: 231-5500.

Saturday 22 Lexington Farmers Market: See Sept. 1. Bluegrass Farmers Market: See Sept. 1. Bi-Water Farm: PNC Bank will set up a Mobile Learning Adventure during AutumnFest. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 22 and noon-6 p.m. Sept. 23. 877 Cincinnati Rd., Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. Boyd Orchards: Scarecrow Festival. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sept. 22 and noon-6 p.m. on Sept. 23. $10 child, $5 adult. 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: 873-3097. Salato Wildlife Center: National Hunting and Fishing Day. Try your hand at archery and air rifles, test your casting skills and learn about falconry. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. #1 Sportsman Lane, Frankfort. Info: (502) 564-7863. Baby Moon: Natural Childbirth Weekend Intensive. 1-6 p.m. $155. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. Bleu Plate Food Tours: See Sept. 1. Bluegrass Railroad Museum: Ronald McDonald Train Ride. $13.50 adults, $12.50 seniors, $11.50 children, free for children 2 & under. 175 Beasley Rd., Versailles. Info: (859) 873-2476. Christ the King: Oktoberfest. Food, fun, amusement rides and inflatables. 1-11 p.m. 412 Cochran Road. Info: 266-5641 or www. ctkschool.net

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Sunday 23 Bleu Plate Food Tours: See Sept. 2. Good Foods Market & Café: Jewelry Making: Wire Wraps. 2-4 p.m. $18 owners, $20 others. 455 Southland Dr. Info: 2781813.

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Tuesday 25 Scott County Public Library: Preschool Storytime and Creative Kids. See Sept. 4. Woodford County Public Library: Toddler Tales and Preschool Stories. See Sept. 4. Bi-Water Farm: Tiny Tot Tuesdays. See Sept. 18. Bluegrass Farmers Market: See Sept. 4. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Prenatal Yoga. See Sept. 4. Good Foods Market & Café: Sound Therapy: What Vibration Can Do for You. Discuss and experience the effects of therapeutic sounds. 7-9 p.m. $6 owners, $8 others. 455 Southland Dr. Info: 278-1813. Baby Moon: Breastfeeding Essentials I class. 7:15-9:15 p.m. $30. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 4206262. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies, see Sept. 4. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime, see Sept. 4. Northside Branch: Read and Rhyme, see Sept. 4. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me, see Sept. 4. Village Branch: Building Character

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Wednesday 26 Amerisport Gymnastics: Open Gym for toddlers. See Sept. 5. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Great Expectations childbirth class. 6:158:45 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Happy Baby Yoga. See Sept. 5. Red Barn Radio: presents The Velvet Blue. 7 p.m. $8, children 12 & under free. 161 N. Mill St. Info: 338-7648. MOMS Club Lexington West Chapter: Monthly Meet and Greet. MOMS Club is a non-religious organization that offers support to stay-at-home mothers. Children welcome. 10 a.m. Quest Community Church, 410 Sporting Court. Info: momsclublexwest@ yahoo.com. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddler Storytime, see Sept. 5. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime, see Sept. 5. Northside Branch: LEGO Book Club, see Sept. 5. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime, see Sept. 5. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 27 Scott County Public Library: Terrific Twos. See Sept. 6. Musikgarten of Lexington with Jennifer Tutt: Fall semester of classes begins. 121 Malabu Dr. Suite 1&2. Info: 245-5887. Woodford County Public Library: Baby Story Time. See Sept. 6. Safe Kids Coalition: Car Seat Safety Inspections. 4-6 p.m. By appointment. Free. YMCA Child Development Center, 436 Georgetown St. Info: 323-1153. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Good Foods Market & Café: The 30 Minute Vegan. Prepare quick vegan recipes and learn what foods make healthy meals on a whole foods, plant-based diet. 7-8:30 p.m. Taught by Chef Carolyn Gilles of The Wholesome Chef. $17 owners, $19 others. 455 Southland Dr. Info: 278-1813. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies, see Sept. 6. Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Storytime, see Sept. 6. Northside Branch: Read, Play, Learn! See Sept. 6. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime, see Sept. 6. Info: 231-5500.

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Readers and Terrific Twos. See Sept. 7. Baby Moon: Attachment Parenting Group. 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262. Lexington Convention Center: ScareFest, the nation’s largest horror and paranormal convention. Special guests from horror and paranormal films, seminars, vendors, a costume ball and more. Sept. 28 from 5-10 p.m. $20; Sept. 29 from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. $25; Sept. 30 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $20. Info: 2334567. The Poverty Forum: Presented by Columbia Gas of Kentucky and Kentucky Utilities, this event raises community awareness about poverty with proceeds supporting the Community Action Council. Special speaker Tavis Smiley, host of a PBS television talk show and co-author of the book “The Rich and the Rest of Us: A Poverty Manifesto.” 6-9 p.m. $50 per ticket, or $500 per table. The Lexington Center. Info: www.povertyforum. com or 244-2221. Amerisport Gymnastics: Open Gym. See Sept. 7. UK Women’s Soccer: UK vs. Texas A&M. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. UK Soccer Complex. Info: (800) 928-2287. UK Volleyball: UK vs. Tennessee. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 1-800-928-2287. Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play and Learn, see Sept. 7. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless, see Sept. 7. Info: 231-5500.

Saturday 29 Evans Orchard: Steps for Pets, 5K and One Mile Fun Walk to benefit the Scott County Humane Society. Registration opens at 7 a.m., 5K begins at 8:30 a.m. $20 advanced registration, $30 day of event. 180 Stone Rd., Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-2255 or www. sc4paws.org. Lexington Farmers Market: See Sept. 1. Bluegrass Farmers Market: See Sept. 1. Musikgarten of Lexington with Jennifer Tutt: Wednesday Nature Trail. 5 week classes begin, 9:30 a.m.-noon. 121 Malabu Dr. Suite 1&2. Info: 245-5887. Bi-Water Farm: Pumpkin Palooza Weekend. Enjoy pumpkin pie, pumpkin donuts and see pumpkins of every color and size. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. on Sept. 29 and noon-7:30 p.m. on Sept. 30. $9. 877 Cincinnati Rd., Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. Boyd Orchards: Ole Cider Days Festival. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sept. 29 and noon-6 p.m. on

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Sunday 30 Bleu Plate Food Tours: See Sept. 2. UK Women’s Soccer: UK vs. Alabama. Noon. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. UK Soccer Complex. Info: (800) 928-2287. UK Volleyball: UK vs. Auburn. 1:30 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. Memorial Coliseum. Info: 1-800-928-2287. Good Foods Market & Café: Jewelry Making: Earrings. Learn about tools, supplies, beads, design plans and the best places to get materials. 2-4 p.m. $18 owners, $20 others. 455 Southland Dr. Info: 278-1813. Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Breastfeeding 101 class. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. UK Men’s Soccer: UK vs. Memphis. 7 p.m. $5 adults, $2 seniors and youth. UK Soccer Complex. Info: (800) 928-2287. Woodford County Public Library: “Rumplestiltskin featuring Madcap Puppets.” A musical adaptation of the classic tale about a little man with a strange name. Free, tickets are required and can be picked up at the library. Performance at Duthie Auditorium, 512 E. Stephens St., Midway. Info: (859) 873-5191. Y

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s a parent, a reliable resource to help a child deal with the death of a loved one might be the child’s teacher. Educators are familiar with how a student’s home life affects school life. The two are inextricably intertwined. When someone in the child’s family dies, it is difficult for a child to “put his or her grief aside” and go back to learning and playing alongside other students. Even though death is a difficult subject to discuss, most teachers can talk with students on their level, solicit their thoughts and feelings and use language that they understand. According to Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D., a national grief counselor, author and director of the Center for Loss in Fort Collins, Colorado, “It is important for teachers, as well as parents, to understand that what grieving children need most is for someone to listen to and understand them – not to talk at them. “Instead of worrying about what to say, try to create opportunities for your

bereaved student to talk to you about the death.” In the classroom, “teachable moments” often present themselves. For example, a teacher Alan D. Wolfelt may use the birth or death of a bird to talk about the life cycle and the emotions these events conjure. Many children express the pain of grief by acting out. “My experience as a grief counselor has shown me that probably the two greatest needs of a bereaved child are for affection and a sense of security,” Dr. Wolfelt said. Every child copes with grief uniquely. Some children will benefit from support groups and counseling. Others may just need a little more time and attention from caring adults. Fortunately, your child’s teacher or counselor can help you find bereavement

Guidelines for Helping Grieving Children u Be a good observer. u Listen. Let each child teach you what grief is like for him. u Be patient. A child’s grief isn’t typically obvious and immediate. u Be honest. Don’t lie to children about death. They need to know that it’s permanent and irreversible. u Be available. Bereaved children need to know that they can count on the adults in their lives to listen to them, support them and love them.

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Outdoor Play Can Cause Rashes Like Impetigo

ummertime usually means hot and humid weather, with lots of insects, scratches and bites (animal and occasionally human). Skin-to-skin contact often occurs during outdoor play, leading to all kind of rashes, including the spread of the impetigo, an infection of the superficial layers of the skin caused by streptococcus (strep) or staphylococcus (staph) bacteria. Normally, the skin forms an effective barrier against bacteria. However, when skin breaks, bacteria can enter and cause infection. Symptoms of impetigo include a red rash that oozes a honey-colored fluid, which may form a crust when it dries. Sometimes the rash consists of superficial blisters that pop and leave a red base (this is called bullous impetigo). Other times, lymph nodes near the sites of the rash will enlarge as the body stations white blood cells in them to fight off the infection. Impetigo usually starts with a break in the skin, often caused by insect (or other) bites, trauma or dermatitis. Especially in children, it can sometimes spread to healthy intact skin through direct or even indirect contact with staph or strep bacteria. The rash is most commonly found on the arms, legs, upper chest and face.

It can sometimes get in the nostrils and the raw skin around the nose that children sometimes get at the end of a cold. Fortunately, impetigo rarely scars the skin, although the rash occasionally will leave a darker or lighter patch on the skin. On rare occasions strep impetigo can lead to a condition called post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis where the kidneys (usually temporarily) shut down. Impetigo is usually treated by a prescription antibiotic cream or ointment. Sometimes oral antibiotics are needed, especially if the rash is widespread. The rash is not usually contagious after 24 hours of antibiotic treatment. Washing the infected areas with antibacterial soap and water also helps treat the rash, especially by limiting its spread. Lesions can be kept covered to minimize contact. Towels and washcloths should not be reused (and should be washed after each use). Bed linens should be changed regularly and washed in hot water. Soap and water are very important agents in preventing infection with impetigo. Washing the hands is especially important. Not sharing personal care items that come in contact with the skin will also help prevent its spread. Y

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Help Ease Your Child Through Strep Throat By Dr. Diana Hayslip

takes up to two days for results. The spread of strep throat can be prevented by frequent hand washing, f you are like most parents, you’ve covering the mouth when coughing or had a child come down with strep sneezing, and avoiding sharing food throat, a common childhood utensils at all times. illness. Although kids are taught these Strep throat is an infection caused prevention techniques, they don’t by bacteria called streptococcus. always practice them. Symptoms include sore throat, Strep infection is contagious until fever, swollen and sore neck glands, your child has been treated with an red and swollen tonsils, white patches antibiotic for one to three days. in the throat or on the tonsils and a Children who have strep throat headache. should not attend school or day care Children may also experience until their fever has gone away, and abdominal pain, vomiting or a red they have taken an antibiotic for at rash with small spots that are worse least 24 hours. under the arms and in skin creases. Strep throat is treated with Strep can be diagnosed by a rapid antibiotics, which kill bacteria. This strep test that provides results within helps ease symptoms and resolve the 15 minutes or a throat culture that illness faster. Dr. Diana Hayslip is a native of Ohio and a Northeastern This can also prevent Ohio Universities College of Medicine graduate. a few rare but serious She moved to Kentucky with her husband and three conditions that daughters in 2007 when she joined Family Practice might develop such Associates of Lexington at 1775 Alysheba Way. as rheumatic fever or Info: 278-5007 or www.fpalex.com.

kidney inflammation. It is important to take all of the antibiotics the doctor prescribes to reduce the risk that symptoms will return and to help prevent antibiotic resistance. Ways to help your child feel better: u Give a child ibuprofen or acetaminophen to relieve pain and reduce fever. Do Not give children under 18 years old aspirin. u Have older children suck on throat lozenges, hard candy or pieces of ice. u Give both young and older children popsicles to suck. u Serve children soft foods. u Have children drink cold water or warm liquids (such as broths, soups and tea) to stay hydrated. A child who has strep throat is likely to sleep a lot, which is good because rest helps your body fight infection. We hope your son or daughter will have a speedy recovery and be back to school in a couple of days. Y

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Vision Therapy Techniques Transform Son Into Ph.D

By Mary Ellen Smith

ur son Jeremy, now 36, had a tough start in life, enduring serious developmental delays after a difficult birth. He didn’t speak until he was past 2 years old and then his sentences were scrambled. When he heard the ice cream truck, he’d ask, “Cream ice cone me want, Mommy, please?” Jeremy was clumsy, ran with his feet turned in and fell all the time. Every year, we visited the ER three of four times to treat his injuries. In addition, he couldn’t focus his eyes, which darted from place to place. After he underwent a battery of tests, doctors explained that Jeremy Dr. Rick Graebe Family Eyecare Associates and Children’s Vision and Learning Center 105 Crossfield Drive, Versailles www.myfamilyvision.com / 859.879.3665.

had suffered a lack of oxygen during birth and one-third of his brain had died. He also was off the charts for hyperactivity. The damage was irreversible. We were devastated. I had a background in special education, so I studied up on brain injuries, stroke victims, and physical and occupational therapy. We had our son do some of the activities and exercises that I read about. Jeremy did angels in the snow, jumping jacks, cross crawls, and even just crawling around on the floor. After Jeremy left public school in fourth grade because of his “disabilities,” we homeschooled him. I worked on his cognitive skills and my husband, Jack, worked on his fine and gross motor skills. Jeremy returned to school and graduated high school with honors. Always determined, he became a college graduate, and last year earned his doctorate degree in International

Mary Ellen Smith with her husband Jack, her son Jeremy and his son Isaac, 8. Business and Marketing. Currently, he is a professor at Florida State College. Some of the activities I incorporated with Jeremy were Vision Therapy exercises, although at the time I had never heard of Vision Therapy. Once we helped Jeremy improve his eye-brain-body connection through these exercises, his clumsiness disappeared and he evolved into an excellent student. I didn’t put it together until I came to work for Dr. Rick Graebe, an optometrist in Versailles who specializes in Vision Therapy. It wasn’t until 20 years later that I understood why my son is now better. Y

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Lu Settles Young: The Passionate Innovator

Looking for the rare combination of tradition and innovation in one package? Seek no further than Lu Settles Young, Superintendent of Jessamine County Schools. As for tradition, “Lu,” an Eastern Kentucky University graduate, has lived and breathed Jessamine County schools since she was a seventh-grader in 1972. She’s a Jessamine County High graduate and has spent her entire 30-year career with the school district as a teacher, administrator and superintendent (since 2004). As for innovation, Lu helped develop the Career and Technology Center, which opened in 2006 and is where she learned she was the state Superintendent of the Year in 2012. Lu also wrote a grant that helped launch the Providence School, an alternative school for struggling students that has helped cut Jessamine County’s drop-out rate.

At East Jessamine High, all 225 freshmen have pledged to complete 15 college credits by graduation. Attired in her Jessamine County school shirt that bears the motto “Every Child, Every Day,” Lu is seemingly everywhere education is happening in Jessamine County and the state – she sits on more than a half-dozen state level associations. “If there ever was a 24/7 person, she’s it,” said board chairman Eugene Peel. “No one in this state who deals with education can be more wellversed than her. And it’s never about her. She grows people into leaders.” Along with the state-level work, Lu is a regular presence in Jessamine County classrooms with her 10-minute “walk-throughs.” “Sometimes, I really ache for the classroom,” said the former highschool Spanish teacher. “I like to observe, but teachers don’t stop their lessons just because I’m there.

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Scholar Athlete of the Month The Net Result: Brains Equal Wins for Julian

Julian Mok • School: Sayre School • Grade: 11th • Sport: Tennis • Academics: Julian has a 4.21 GPA, is an award-winning writer, plays classical piano, speaks fluent Cantonese and is taking three A.P. classes this year. • Parents: Miranda & Jay

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ulian Mok, a 16-year-old honor student at Sayre School, takes the thinking person’s approach to tennis. Which is bad news for her opponents, because she brings plenty of brain power to her game. Julian posted a 4.21 GPA as a sophomore in a course load that included honors pre-calculus, chemistry and A.P. science. This year, she’s enrolled in three A.P. classes – calculus, chemistry and English – plus honors creative writing, U.S. History and French IV, which makes her quite the linguist. As an infant, she emigrated with her family from Hong Kong to the U.S., and she speaks fluent Cantonese. But she prides herself on being impossible to translate on the tennis court, where she maintains a calm, impenetrable demeanor. “If you get flustered you can’t think straight and you make silly mistakes,” she said. “Plus, your opponents can’t read you. “I like tennis because you have to depend on yourself, and it’s like a puzzle. You have to go out there and analyze your opponent’s strengths and weaknesses and then play in a way to expose the weaknesses.” Based on her record, she’s figured out most of her foes. In the spring, she was undefeated at Sayre until the State quarterfinals, winning the Regional championship along the way. As a freshman, she was second in the Region and advanced to

the round of 16 in the State. She plays on the U.S.T.A. circuit out of Lexington Tennis Club and has been ranked No. 1 in the state in every age group. Currently, she is playing up in the 18s and is ranked second. Every year since 2007, she has been chosen for the Kentucky state team that plays in the annual Southern Cup in Chattanooga. “I like team events,” she said. “You get support from teammates.” Julian needs little support in the classroom. “She is hard-working, talented and very intelligent,” her father Jay said. Added her mother Miranda: “Julian is 100% focused in the classroom, which makes school easier. She is very competitive and self-motivated.” Does that sound right, Julian? “Oh yeah, I am very determined, very competitive. I like to achieve things.” That she does. She has played classical piano since she was 4, earning honors at National Federation of Music Club festivals. Her newest hobby is photography, and she’s an avid reader and creative writer. She won school-wide awards in poetry and personal narrative and was Sayre’s only student to win a Hollins University Book Award. With skills in so many areas, it’s not surprising that West Point has shown interest in her as a student and college tennis player. The U.S. Military Academy could do worse than picking someone as talented as Julian. Y

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