Lexington Family Magazine January 2016

Birthday party ideas

Pg 28

FREE

January 2016 LexingtonFamily.com

How to Keep Your Family Active in Winter

22 Preschool

310

P P R OV

OR DOCT Lex

2016 m i n g to n F a

il y

PediAtriciAns

-A

ED

Mom Approved

MO M

Choices

things to do in jAnuArY

January 2016

Note from the Editor

Vol. 19 Issue 1

12 Days Of Giving: Another Big Hit

A

s we reflect on the holiday season and move into the new year at Lexington Family Magazine, we’re excited that our 12 Days of Giving project was another big hit with our readers.

Our third year has been our favorite one so far as winners received toys, dolls, show tickets and more.

Here’s how the project worked.

In order for a chance to win, readers visited our Facebook page all 12 days to answer a question we posted.

Winners were randomly selected and notified via Facebook that they had won.

Below is the list of winners for 2015.

Day One: Rebecca Patterson (Discovery Toys Bigfoot Playset).

Day Two: Emily Turner and Sarah Martin (Each won Teeth Fairies Baby Teeth Tradition set).

Day Three: Shannon Carpenter (Derby Dinner Playhouse tickets).

Day Four: Brenda Holbrook and

features

4 8 10

Out & About in the Bluegrass

MLK Day celebrations; Sayre School history symposium; “Puss N Boots” in LCT.

“My Child Is Not a Pet”

Katie Saltz writes about her reaction to parents who “train” their children.

How to Keep Active in the Winter

Ways for you and your family to remain on the move even when the temperature dips.

January Calendar

pages

32-41 2 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Marilyn Estes (Each won tickets to the Bluegrass Youth Ballet’s Nutcracker.)

Day Five: Liz Eberhart (Gift card to Gattitown).

Day Six: Angela Rison. (Ask Amy Doll).

Day Seven: Shauna Mallory (Malco Theatres tickets).

Day Eight: Johanna Hunt (Package of Shark Week gifts).

Day Nine: Tami Wilson and Amy Brashear-Kelly (Each won the Totally Irresponsible Science kit and some books).

Day Ten: Rachel Brady and Alan Roberts (Each won Red River Gorge Zip Line passes).

Day Eleven: Jeanette Holland (Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live Show tickets).

Day Twelve: Laura Graves (American Girl Doll). Y

12 24 28

Publisher Dana Tackett Editor John Lynch Marketing & Events Lynne Willis Graphic Design Tyler Adkins Baby Bump Editor Katie Saltz Office Manager Carla Hall Advertising Gary Mazza Kari Mullins, Natashia Derkach 138 E. Reynolds Road #201 Lexington, KY 40517 p: (859) 223-1765 • f: (859) 224-4270 lexingtonfamily.com info@lexingtonfamily.com Lexington Family Magazine is published monthly and is available for free at more than 700 locations in Central Kentucky.

To view the distribution list, visit: lexingtonfamily.com/about/ where-you-can-find-us/

Mom Approved Pediatricians Our readers nominate their favorite doctors for their children.

Preschool Directory

22 preschools and daycares for your children.

Party Time

Check out these places to hold your child’s next birthday party.

in every issue 16 Pediatric Corner 22 The Curious Edge 18 Dr. Graebe 42 KU’s Scholar Athlete 20 Hospice of the Bluegrass 43 Asbury Educator

On the cover: Grace, 5-year-old daughter of Kristi & Keith Peshke of Lexington, brings in the new year with laughter and confetti.

Photo by Robin Allen Photography

S Y A W A E V I G Januaury 2016

register online @ LexingtonFamily.com To register visit lexingtonfamily.com or call 223-1765 by the contest deadline of Friday, Jan. 22. Identify which advertisement contains the icon of the smiling woman’s face pictured here and tell us where you picked up the magazine.

follow us @lexfamilymag

EKU Center for the Arts

Fro-Jo’s Frozen Yogurt

Without words and using ordinary materials such as toilet paper, white sheets, foam and recycled junk, Mummenschanz has captivated audiences of all ages with its surreal, comic universe. Lex. Family has 2 tickets to give away for the show at EKU on Saturday, Feb. 13.

Take your family for a delicious treat at Fro-Jo’s on us! Fro-Jo’s offers coffee, too. Lexington Family has three $15 gift cards to give away to readers this month.

Nickelodeon’s Blaze and the Monster Machines Your children will be delighted as they watch Blaze and the Monster Machines in High Speed Adventures. Lexington Family has 4 DVDs to give away in January.

True Education Inspires Your Child for Life Lexington’s Best & Oldest Soccer League

+ Professional Club Coaches + Championship Club Teams + Rec Leagues for All Ages

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

– Philippians 4:8-9

REGISTER NOW

Spring Youth Recreational & TOPSoccer Leagues Now Forming!

Age groups for under 5 through under 18 *Children must turn 4 by July 31, 2015* Early Bird Discount ends January 31, 2016

www.LYSA.org 859-223-5632

OPEN HOUSE for Incoming Grades 7-12

January 21st, 2 p.m.

859.271.0079 | TrinityLex.org January 2016

| 3

short S T U F F

Downtown March

Highlights

MLK Day Celebrations

MOM-APPROVED 2016

DENTIST

Moms, tell us your favorite Dentist

Nominating Ends February 13th -A

P P R OV ED

MO M

lexingtonfamily.com

OR DOCT

4 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

2016 m i n g to n F a

il y

Lex

M

artin Luther King Jr. Day will be celebrated with several events on Monday, Jan. 18.

The MLK Unity Breakfast begins at 6:30 a.m. in Heritage Hall in the Lexington Convention Center.

The breakfast is $20 per person.

Tickets can be purchased at www. lexingtonalpha.org.

Line-up for the Freedom March begins at 9 a.m. at Heritage Hall, and the march begins at 10 a.m.

Following the march is a commemorative program inside Heritage Hall at 11 a.m.

The Kentucky Theater will host a special screening of “Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom” from 2:30-4:30 p.m.

The film is free and open to the public. Y

Sayre School to Host 30th

ANNUAL HISTORY SYMPOSIUM

A

ll high school history and social studies teachers are invited to Sayre School’s free History Symposium on Saturday, Feb. 27.

Reservations are being taken on a “first come first served” basis, and the deadline is Friday, Jan. 15.

The theme of the 30th annual symposium is “The Big 80’s: American Political and Popular Culture in the Age of Reagan.”

The Symposium will feature presentations by three historians – Dr. Jennifer Brier with the gender and women’s studies program at the University of Illinois at Chicago; Dr. Cheryl Keyes with the ethnomusicology department at the Herb Alpert School of Music at

UCLA; and Dr. Andrew Hartman with the history department at Illinois State University.

Brier is the author of “Infectious Ideas: U.S. Political Responses to the AIDS Crisis,” Keyes is the author of “Rap Music and Street Consciousness” and Hartman is the author of “A War for the Soul of America: A History of the Culture Wars.”

The program will begin with coffee and refreshments at 9 a.m. leading up to the formal program beginning at 9:45 a.m. and ending by 3 p.m.

A free luncheon will be provided.

Info: 254-1361 or symposium@sayreschool.org. Y

OPEN HOUSE

January 10 1-4 p.m.

All Central KY YMCA locations

0

$

JOINING FEE

BETTER STARTS

NOW

January 2016

| 5

short S T U F F

LCT to Stage ‘Puss in Boots’ In January

T

PARENTAL RESOLUTIONS: NEW YEAR IS TIME FOR CHANGE

A

review of statistics about New Year’s resolutions suggests that the simple act of making a resolution makes it 10 times more likely that you will be successful than if you don’t make a vow to change.

The desire to do things differently really does matter!

Parents who want their children to make resolutions to be cheerful, cooperative, obedient, kind and diligent need to consider how their own resolutions will make those changes possible.

Influence is a far greater power than control.

Here are some suggestions for resolutions for parents to consider: t Listen before I respond and be curious rather than angry. t Say, “Let me think about it.” Let my yeses and nos be clear. t Treat my child with respect. t Apologize when I make a mistake. t Greet my child with a big smile whenever I see her. t Keep my electronics away during the evening. Set limits for the family. t Spend time together. t Go out into nature and find something new. t Splash in puddles. t Read. t Look at the stars and wonder… often.

6 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

t Before saying, “Get up!” say, “Hello, Sunshine” and offer a hug. t Find a way to make the morning routine less stressful and more relaxed. t Visit the humane society and play with the animals. t Involve children in decisions about meals, outings and trips. Value their opinions.

Just making a resolution and attaching a time or number of times to it makes you more likely to carry through.

Sharing your plans with another person bumps your success rate up another notch.

If you need even a little more incentive and encouragement, take a parenting workshop or course.

The Parent and Family Enrichment Center is here to help.

Remember, it’s the everyday things in everyday life that matter most to your children.

Those are the things they will remember.

Lesley Iwinski is a Lexington mother of three grown children, a family physician and Executive Director of The Parent and Family Enrichment Center, Inc. and Growing Peaceful Families.

She offers classes, workshops and seminars based on the work of author Kathryn Kvols.

Info for Lesley: (859) 333-3053 or www.

GrowingPeacefulFamilies.com. Y

his New Year, the Lexington Children’s Theatre presents “Puss in Boots,” an original adaptation that tells the story of the cleverest cat through music, rhyme, and a little participation from the audience.

LCT Associate Artistic Director Jeremy Kisling is the playwright of this adaptation recommended for ages 4 and up.

This is the fifth touring show that Kisling has written for LCT. In Kisling’s story, the protagonist is not the fierce, swashbuckling Puss like in the film but rather a feminine feline that uses her brain over brawn.

Director Octavia Biggs hopes the story and character will make an impact on young girls in the audience who want to make transformations in their lives.

Performances of “Puss in Boots” are Sunday, Jan. 24 at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 30 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Sunday, Jan. 31 at 2 p.m. at the Lexington Children’s Theatre Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for children and can be purchased online at lctonstage.org/tickets or by contacting the Box Office.

Info: www.lctonstage.org or 2544546. Y

et “Never l se yu yesterda ch of u up too m .” today Answer on Page 8

CUT AND PASTE BIRTHDAYS AT

A BIRTHDAY GIFT they can grow on. ®

AT CUT AND PA STE PARTIES:

• Kids get cre ative • Mom & Dad enjoy the fun • We clea n u p the mess

220 Ruccio Way Suite 180 In the Meijer parking lot off Reynolds Rd.

859-223-0114

LEGO Bricks themed games Free play Building models Mini-figures ®

Birthday child receives a FREE t-shirt!

Bricks 4 Kidz - Lexington - Georgetown WWW.BRICKS4KIDZ.COM/LEXINGTONKY

After School | Preschool Classes | Field Trips | Camps | Birthday Parties LEGO® is a registered trademark of the LEGO® Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse these programs. Creative Learning Corporation common shares are listed as OTCBB under the ticker symbol CLCN. © 2015 Bricks 4 Kidz

cutandpastecraftstudio.com

Is a bird in the hand REALLY worth two in the bush?

How do you teach a kid to make wise choices?

You do it with sugar jars and service, Big Buddies and big chances, role play and real life, swing sets, soccer fields, and solutions in science. ETHICS is a 21st century skill. That’s why at TLS, all day, every day, the heart is as vital as the head.

ethics

Apply now for 1st round admission 1050 Lane Allen Road | Lexington, KY 40504 | 859-278-0501 | www.thelexingtonschool.org Lex_Family_Ad_final.indd 4

| 7

12/5/14 January12:20 2016PM

January at LexingtonFamily.com

PA R E NTI NG Q U E STIO N S -----------------------------------------Sometimes you hear about another parent’s approach to child-rearing and you can just breeze past it and think, “Eh, doesn’t really sound good to me.”

Other times, you hear about another parent’s approach to child-rearing and your inner voice screams.

T

he latter is how I feel when parents tell me they are “training” their children.

I bristle at the word “training.” I am referring mostly to “behavior training.”

It implies indoctrinating someone to follow a strict set of guidelines.

It means you have some sort of system to “get rid of” undesirable behavior.

To my mind, behavior in a child is communication.

By attempting to eliminate

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

Do you let strangers hold your baby? t “I’m very protective and do not let strangers hold my baby. Safety and health are my biggest concerns.” – Sarah Jewel Adams Katie Saltz with Ezra & CeCe

starters.

How does that work when we spend their childhood training them to quiet down and just listen?

My child is not a circus animal. I am not leading a boot camp.

I am not a trainer. I am raising a human being.

We often draw a box of what a “good child” looks like, but we can’t expect to squeeze and stuff our child in that box.

Most children don’t fit.

Kids Are Not Pets To get them in that box nice To Be “Trained” and neatly, you certain behavior in a child, will likely end up breaking you are not really ridding something. them of the emotion causing I know not everyone who the behavior. uses the word “training” You are teaching them to means it in such a literal way. suppress it.

So instead of training, let’s On one hand, parents want teach our children. Let’s guide obedient children. our children.

Children who listen without Let’s model behavior we questioning. Children who do want to see in our children, not throw tantrums. and leave “training” for the “Good behavior.” pets.

But on the other hand, parents want their children to Watch ABC36 News at Noon on grow up to be independent. the first Monday of every month To be creative thinkers. to see Katie review her favorite To be go-getters and selfproducts for mom and baby. Y

8 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

t “I trust my gut with public interaction. If I do not know you, please give your compliments and keeps your hands off.” – Rachel Hayes-Chafin t “For me, it would depend on the exact situation. I try to follow my gut, and go from there. I am far less concerned with exposure to normal and healthy bacteria, as it can help build a stronger immune system” – Johanna Dufort Hunt t “Generally no. But I am also too nice so if someone is persistent I don’t want to hurt their feelings so it’s happened a couple times but only for like a minute then I take him back.” – Lacey Williams January’s Feedback Question:

“What is one thing you swore you would never do as a parent, that you find yourself doing now?”

Answer our Facebook question and you could be in the magazine!

January at BabyBumpLexington.com

First Aid Must-Haves: Have you prepared a first aid kit for your baby? View our checklist of the essentials for taking care of illness and injury.

Returning to Work: The end of maternity leave can be extremely difficult. Hear from an expert on how to navigate the return to work and how to ease the transition.

Birth Defects: January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month.

Read about what healthy choices you can make to lower the risk of birth defects for your baby.

1879-1935 American humorist, vaudeville performer and newspaper columnist.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES Your BEST birthday ever starts with Newton’s Attic.

Private Parties for Ages 5 to 95!

G-Force • Tennis Ball Cannons • Pumpkin Chunker Rocket Launch • Rubberband Crossbows

The Explorium of Lexington is a great place to have your next birthday party!

Enjoy a private birthday party room, admission to the Museum, table settings, balloons, birthday buddy & more!

Call us about our Birthday Bash (22 people); Birthday Bonanza (36 people); Birthday Overnight (minimum 15 children; maximum 25; 2 adults).

Located in The Square 440 West Short Street 4974 Old Versailles Rd. • Lexington, KY 40513 • 859.368.7334 newtonsattic@gmail.com • www.newtonsattic.org

The Kentucky Arts Council, a state agency, supports Explorium with state tax dollars and federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts

859-258-3253

THE SAYRE DIFFERENCE Research strongly supports the link between Sayre’s project-based Lower School curriculum and the academic achievement of our Middle and Upper School students.

ENROLL NOW FOR 2016-2017 Preschool ages 2-5 Kindergarten through Grade 12

Hands-on thematic units help students learn best by doing.

(859) 254-1361 ● www.sayreschool.org Sayre School admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin.

January 2016

| 9

Don’t Let the Cold Slow You Down How to Keep Your Family Active During Winter Months

L

exington mother Alicia Fedewa adjusts her family’s activity during the winter months only slightly.

She insists on taking her 4-year-old daughter Vada outside daily no matter the weather.

So weekend walks at the arboretum are a year-round pursuit.

Alicia also brings Vada to work with her at UK every day, traveling the 1.5 mile trip by foot or by bicycle.

Yup, Vada has been riding a bike to work since she was 3. At first, she used a glider but when she turned 4, she taught herself to ride a bike and off she goes every morning with mom.

“Yes, people are surprised and ask, ‘Can she really walk that far?’” Alicia said. “But this is what she is used to do and she does fine.”

In January and February, Alicia also works in trips for Vada and her 1-year-old brother Eric to local indoor playgrounds like Monkey Joe’s and Kids Place.

It’s all about keeping active.

“We intentionally moved to be close to work so we could walk and bike every day,” she said.

“It’s good to create these habits when our kids are young. Plus all the research shows that there is a connection between physical activity and well-being.”

Alicia, an associate professor of psychology at UK, is a member of the Tweens Nutrition and Fitness Coalition.

Tweens Chairperson Anita Courtney offered the following tips to help keep your family moving no matter how low the temperature drops: Embrace the cold Be active at home Join a gym or recreational facility.

Embrace the cold!

v Find a winter activity that your

family enjoys: hiking, skating, skiing, disc golf and even camping. v Check out the book Hike the Bluegrass: Your Guide to Hiking, Walking and Strolling Across Central Kentucky by Valerie Askren. There are some hidden gems to explore.

10 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

v Bundle up. Coats, hats, gloves, socks and scarves designed for cold weather can make a world of difference in how much you enjoy being outdoors in winter months. v The body acclimates.

The more you spend time in the cold, in most cases, the more comfortable you will become.

You may even find cold temperatures invigorating over time. v Depending on the age of your kids, make it a goal to visit every park in Lexington with a playground throughout the winter months.

Keep a notebook and write comments about each one so you know which parks to revisit.

For more details, visit www.wecanky.org/ lexington.html.

Be active at home

v Have some active things

Alicia Fedewa with her children Eric, 1, and Vada, 4

around your home for kids to play inside – foam balls and bats, hula hoops, jump ropes, ping pong table, etc.

Keep them in view and easily accessible so kids will be more likely to use them. v Consider getting a Wii Fit or workout DVDs. v Search the web for free online fitness classes (Zumba, yoga, circuit training) or get a subscription to a class series.

The web site www.gonoodle.com has free, fun workouts for kids. v Create some family traditions. Do an online Zumba class every night after dinner, do yoga with your kids before bed, take turns making playlists for a 20minute dance party. v Check out the Move More tab on the We Can KY! website www.wecanky.org/ Move-More

Join a Gym or Recreational Facility

v The YMCA has scholarships for families who can’t afford a membership. v Agree upon a schedule for going to the gym – shoot for at least three times a week. If you sign up for a team or classes, go to them! v At a variety of recreational facilities in Lexington, children and adults can sign up for indoor sports teams – volleyball, soccer, basketball, hockey, swim teams, karate and martial arts. v Join a climbing gym. Kids and parents can do this together.

Just be ready for your kids being way better at it than you are. v Contra dancing can be a fun family activity. Contra dances are held the first Saturday of every month at 8 p.m. at Arts Place. Beginners welcome. Y

Sick kids? See a doctor from home. Download the Anywhere Care app.

Anywhere Care is a 24/7 service that lets you see, and talk live, to a primary care provider by phone or video chat. And now there’s a free app! Just download it now, before you’re sick. Each visit is only $35, and no insurance is required. KentuckyOne Health gives you more options so you can get better, faster. Call 855.356.8054 or visit KentuckyOneAnywhereCare.org.

Download the FREE Anywhere Care app today!

Pub: Lexington Family Size: 7.5" x 10"

January 2016 Client: KentuckyOne Job No: KY1A-51168

| 11

ED

M OM

P P R OV A N

A I C I R T A I PED 2016

il

y

Le

x i n g t o n Fa m

2016 MOM APPROVED

We’ve made it our goal to find the Best Doctors

PEDIATRICIANS

And we asked the experts – our readers. Moms know better than anyone else which doctors go the extra mile for their patients.

So we polled our readers, listened to what they had to say and compiled our list of Mom-Approved Pediatricians.

Next up – Mom Approved-Dentists. To have your voice heard, visit www.lexingtonfamily.com and nominate your favorite dentist or orthodontist today. That list will run in our March issue.

A Caring Touch Pediatrics 230 Fountain Court, #260 Lexington / 264-0660 www.actpeds.com Dr. Shawn M. Taylor

100 Providence Way, Suite 200 Nicholasville / 260-5370 www. baptistphysicianslexington.com Dr. Jai Gilliam

Baptist Health Lexington

Bates, Miller & Sims

1780 Nicholasville Road, #203 Lexington / 277-7949 www.baptisthealthkentucky. com/lexington Dr. Mary Lagrew

100 Jay Street / Stanford (606) 365-1547 Dr. James Miller

Baptist Health Medical Group Internal Medicine and Pediatrics 12 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Commonwealth Pediatrics 1780 Nicholasville Road, #301 Lexington / 277-6636 http://cwpediatrics.com

Dr. Robin Feese Dr. David Hawse Dr. Elizabeth Hawse Dr. David W. Storey

Ertel Medicine & Pediatrics 1520 Boonesboro Road Winchester / (859) 744-0067 www.ertelmedpeds.com Dr. Elizabeth Griffith

Family Practice Associates 1775 Alysheba Way, #201 Lexington / 278-5007 www.fpalex.com Dr. Susan M. Monohan

Bluegrass Pediatrics & Internal Medicine 196 Bevins Lane, Suite F Georgetown / (502) 863-2818 www.bpimonline.org Dr. Joel A. Knight

Healthfirst Bluegrass 496 Southland Drive

}}}

Pediatric & Adolescent Associates Brian Gillispie. Jessamine County native. Asbury College (‘94) and West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine graduate (‘99). Served residency in pediatrics at Kentucky Children’s Hospital (‘99-2002). Worked in private practice in Frankfort for three years. Joined PAA in 2005. Board certified and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Katrina M. Hood. Northwestern University (B.A., ‘87) and University of Louisville Medical School graduate (‘94.) Joined U.S. Navy and completed pediatric residency at Naval Medical Center in San Diego (‘97). Served as Navy pediatrician until she joined PAA in 2001. Board certified in pediatrics and is a Fellow of AAP.

Daphne Todd Hosinski. Lexington native graduated from Xavier University with a nursing degree in 1999 and then graduated from UK College of Medicine in 2003. Served residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital (2003-06).

Joined PAA in 2006. Board certified in pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Charles G. Ison. UK (biology) and UK College of Medicine graduate. Served residency in pediatrics at the Shands Teaching Hospital in Gainesville, Florida (1990-93). Returned home to private practice in general pediatrics at PAA. Writes a monthly column for Lexington Family Magazine on pediatric issues.

Board certified and is a Fellow of AAP.

Barnett W. Lewis. Davidson College (B.S.) and Duke University School of Medicine graduate. Served internship and residency in pediatrics at the University of Colorado Medical Center in Denver. Joined Pediatric and Adolescent Associates in 1976. Board certified and is a Fellow of American Academy of Pediatrics.

Sharon D. Menkus. Haverford College (B.A., experimental psychology, ‘85) and University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine graduate. Served pediatric internship and residency at Ohio State University’s Columbus Children’s Hospital (‘89-92). Joined PAA in ‘92.

Board certified and Fellow and Diplomat of AAP.

Christopher T. Nelson. Texas A&M University (‘86) and University of Texas Medical School at Houston graduate (1990.) Completed pediatrics residency at Texas Children's Hospital. Moved to Kentucky (‘96) and was faculty member at Kentucky Children's Hospital in Pediatric Infectious Disease for 16 years before joining PAA. Board certified by American Board of Pediatrics.

-A

PPRO

PEDIATRICIAN 201 6

xin g

il

y

Le

John Riley. Bellarmine College, Johns Hopkins University (1970), University of Kentucky College of Medicine graduate.

Residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital (1975-1979). Board certified and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Joined PAA in 1980.

V ED

M OM

W. Robert Revelette. Hanover College (biology, 1979) and Miami University (Ohio) graduate (Master’s and Ph.D., zoology, 1983). UK College of Medicine graduate. Board certified in pediatrics and is a Fellow of AAP. Past President of the Kentucky Chapter of AAP and a volunteer at Baby Health Service since 1994.

M O M A P P R O V E D P E D I AT R I C I A N S

Michelle L. Bennett. Transylvania (B.A.) and UK College of Medicine graduate (with honors, pediatrics).

Member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Internship and residency at University of South Carolina (19992002). Joined PAA in 2002. Board certified in pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

m t o n Fa

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

January 2016

| 13

2016 MOM APPROVED Lexington / 288-2425 www.healthfirstlex.com Dr. Ashley Bowen

Kentucky One Health 3217 Summit Square Pl., #150 Lexington / 543-4114 www.sjhlex.org Dr. Nancy Bishoff

Kentucky One Health St. Joseph Jessamine 1250 Keene Road Nicholasville / 887-6851 www.kentuckyonehealth.org/ jessamine Dr. Robert Rettie

Lexington Clinic at Eagle Creek 120 N Eagle Creek Drive Lexington / 258-5141 www.lexingtonclinic.com Dr. Kyle J. Childers Dr. M. Rachel McGuffey

Lexington Clinic Beaumont 3085 Lakecrest Circle Lexington / 258-8600 www.lexingtonclinic.com Dr. Kandi S. Waddles Dr. Stephanie M. Hunt

PEDIATRICIANS Mack and Poole Pediatrics

Dr. Emily Robinson

2351 Huguenard Drive, #200 Lexington / 260-7700 www.mppeds.com Dr. Kibbe Crowley Dr. James C. Mack II Dr. Megan T. Poole Dr. Rachel Thomas

UK Family and Community Healthcare at Turfland

Pediatric & Adolescent Associates 3050 Harrodsburg Road Lexington / 277-6102 171 N. Eagle Creek Drive, #100 277-6102 www.paalex.com Dr. Michelle L. Bennett Dr. Brian Gillispie Dr. Katrina Hood Dr. Daphne Hosinski Dr. Charles G. Ison Dr. Barnett W. Lewis Dr. Sharon D. Menkus Dr. Christopher T. Nelson Dr. Robert Revelette Dr. John Riley

UK Family Care Center 1135 Red Mile Place Lexington / 218-2273 www.ukhealthcare.uky.edu/ locations/fcc/

2195 Harrodsburg Road Lexington / 323-6371 www.ukhealthcare.uky.edu Dr. Keisa Bennett

UK Pediatrics at Maxwell Street 135 E. Maxwell Street, #200 Lexington / 323-6211 ukhealthcare.uky.edu/KCH Dr. Christopher Boarman

Dr. Michael W. Simon 610 East Brannon Road, #201 Nicholasville / 277-6516

Westside Pediatrics 1701 Alexandria Drive Lexington / 277-3490 Dr. Rebecca Bosomworth

Wilkes and Warner Pediatrics 3320 Tates Creek Road, #302 Lexington / 269-4604 www.wilkeswarnerpediatrics. com Dr. Jeremy L. Warner Dr. James C. Wilkes Y

ge Pa

ay hd s! rt ie Bi art 20 P

TOPICS INCLUDE: • Private School Guide • Colleges & Universities

Have a

SWEET

• Central Ky.’s most comprehensive calendar of day-to-day events.

Valentine’s Day

p 859.223.1765 138 E Reynolds Rd. #201 Lexington, KY 40517

Inside

XX

info@lexingtonfamily.com

Learn how we can help connect you with Central KY families

atin Celebr g Our

17

v in

th

g C e n t r al KY Fa

Ser

859.223.1765

Things To Do In Februa ry

Sleepovers: Yes or No? How to Raise An Artistic Chi ld 21 Preschool Choices

Year

Look For Your Copy of the February Issue!

14 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

5

ly.com

ie s

Want To Reach Our 72,000 Monthly Readers?

FREE

February 201

www.Lexington Fami

m il

Central Kentucky’s Parenting Magazine

PPR --AA P P ROOVV

M

N IAN ICIA RIC TR IAT PPEEDDIA 16 2016 20

l

i L eL e x i n mil x i n ggttoonn FFaa m

yy

strengthen the immunization knowledge of Kentucky health care providers.

Dr. Rettie received his medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years.

1250 Keene Road Suite 104 Nicholasville, KY 40356 (859) 887-6851

Susan M. Monohan, MD Family Practice Associates

Dr. Susan Monohan is board certified in both Pediatrics and Internal Medicine and enjoys taking care of children, from birth through adulthood. She is originally from Winchester, KY and grew up wanting to be a physician. After graduating from Transylvania University in 1996, she went on to medical school at the University of Kentucky where she graduated in 2000 with distinction. Her residency at Indiana University prepared her to take care of both children and adults.

Dr. Monohan is married to a physician and they have 3 children of their own. She feels that being a parent helps her to relate better to the issues parents face today. Dr. Monohan believes that being a pediatrician involves much more than just treating medical conditions and does her best to help parents raise well rounded, healthy children.

In 2011, Family Practice Associates was pleased to welcome Dr. Monohan to our family. With 9 years of private practice experience, she is an excellent asset to our office.

Family Practice Associates recently celebrated 30 years of service to the Lexington community. Our practice consists of 9 board certified physicians, 2 nurse practitioners and 1 licensed family & marriage therapist. We offer a wide variety of primary care services, including a full service laboratory. For your convenience, we also offer evening and Saturday appointments. Our practice utilizes an electronic health record, including an online patient portal to make it easier for you to communicate with your provider. In addition, Family Practice Associates is a certified Patient Centered Medical Home.

Visit our website at www.fpalex.com for more details on our practice and Dr. Monohan.

1175 Alysheba Way, Ste. 201 Lexington, KY 40509 859-278-5007 www.fpalex.com

Win

138 E Reynolds Rd. #201 • Lexington, KY 40517

ISSUES your family faces

s Trip ld Go Fie Topage 6

ata

r

FOX 56

her bo with fer Palum , 5.

5 Anna r Jenni ghter t Ann u hter dcaste daug dau da Broad 3,, and hn,, 3 John

n son

CE GU RESOUR

16 IDE 20

inside

ister e to Reg Still Timr Kids for You MPS!

R CA

SUMME

gs To Do

Thin 193FREE ky

l Kentuc g Centra Servin years s for 12 parent

’s Kentucky Central

GUIDE 2015 | 2016

Hapotpyher’s Day M

ing sful Ag Succes

field trip ACTIVITY

zine

ting Maga cky’s Paren com l Kentu Centra gtonFamily. www.Lexin

2015

2015

In May

k Anne Frane tion to vs. Wills Connec Lafayette Hom , Trusts ident’s ge Res rs Make The ern Funerals Mod hbo ley Villa Wes denside Neig Interest Rates, om Gar , Bonds and family.c Care lexington g-Term 18 Years Plus: Lon FREE lies For

ional

Except

a publication of

inside: ‘My Favorite Field Trip’: 4 Teachers

FREE

Share Their Picks Student Perspective | 151 Field Trip Destinations

Central Kentucky’s Maternity Guide

www.LexingtonFamily.com

Cent Serving

ucky Fami ral Kent

October 2014

SARG

Pregnancy Apps

Safe Medicines During Pregnancy A Publication

of

PM

d 1

A Smashing Go od Time

inside

501 Local Resources

ence Independ n io Integrat n Inclusio children nd with her Ross of Richmo Chastity and Hunter, 11 raphy Allen Photog Julien, 7, Photo by

2015 Cover.indd

Robin

32TEW0IDE STA

RESOURCE A Speciality

Inside Family Favorites Announce d Limit Junk Food in Schools Private School Open Houses

LISTINGS

370

n of

Publicatio

Things To Do In October

rating Our Celeb

17

rv i n

Se

Sponsored By

16 Cover.ind

Birthday Party Issue

Celebrity Baby Names

ExFam

2/11/2015

4:08:40

th

g C e nt r a l K Y F

PM

1

January 2016 All the Issues House Ad 44p9x13p.indd 1

5 3:39:14

10/27/201

Council nwealth ties Commo Disabili mental on Develop

Ye a r

Request YOUR Free Copy at LexingtonFamily.com

5

: on ty s n cu Cou 16 Fo tt e Sco ag P

p 859.223.1765 • f 859.224.2470

ALL the

Av

ge

ili es

for

Pa

FREE 0 May 201

am

MOM APPROVED PEDIATRICIANS

EEDD

Based in Nicholasville at KentuckyOne Health Pediatric Associates, Dr. Rettie is a champion for children’s health. He was honored as Kentucky’s CDC Childhood Immunization Champion in May 2015 for his efforts to ensure that local children have medical homes and to educate other providers about immunization. He hosted an audio podcast called “Healthy Strides” to

M OOMM

PEDIATRICIAN

Dr. Robert Rettie is a board-certified pediatrician committed to providing children the highest quality medical treatment including preventive and health maintenance care. He also has a special interest in childhood obesity.

MOM APPROVED PEDIATRICIANS

Robert Rettie, M.D.

| 15

9/23/2015 11:01:43 AM

Family H E A L T H

Preemies Have Many Health Issues (This is the second of two stories.)

Babies born before 37 weeks gestation are considered premature and often have multiple heath issues.

For example, premature infants often have trouble breathing.

In the latter stages of pregnancy a baby will start to produce a detergent that lines the inside of its lungs called surfactant, which allows the lungs to expand easily.

If born before she starts making it, a premature baby can struggle to breathe or have to breathe faster to try to get oxygen.

These babies frequently need surfactant placed in their lungs through a tube down their windpipes.

They may need to be on a ventilator or at least need supplemental oxygen given in the nose or by a special hood over their heads.

Since a premature baby’s respiratory drive center in his brain may not be fully mature, he may forget to breathe at times.

This is called apnea of prematurity.

It is often detected by monitoring the baby’s heart rate and oxygen levels: both will drop if he stops breathing. If persistent,

it is often treated with caffeine! enterocolitis. It may require surgery in A premature baby’s immune system is some cases. usually weak. As a result, she can be more A premature infant’s brain grows susceptible to infection. rapidly. This makes it very susceptible to Since temperature instability, respiratory intracranial hemorrhages. Mainly seen in distress and apnea can also be signs of babies born before 32 weeks gestation, infection in preemies, they are closely most of these resolve without problems. monitored for infection.

Some, though, lead to developmental Antibiotics are frequently used until the delay, seizures, fluid accumulation in the preemie is deemed to be infection-free. brain or cerebral palsy.

Infants born before 34 weeks gestation Also sometimes seen in those born cannot usually suck and swallow effectively. before 32 weeks gestation is a condition They do not have much in the way of fat called retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). stores or sugar stores, so hypoglycemia is a Retinas (the part of the eye that registers big concern. what is seen) can grow abnormally or stop Depending on how early they are born, growing. This can lead to vision problems preemies are usually fed intravenously. later.

Oral feedings are usually started and Despite all the health issues preemies increased slowly, often through a feeding face, progress continues to be made in both tube that runs down their esophagi into preventing and treating prematurity. Y their stomachs.

If fed too quickly or too early (or for other reasons), part of Dr. Charles Ison is a University of the premature infant’s bowel Kentucky graduate who has practiced in his lining may die. hometown of Lexington since 1993. He is a This is a very serious partner in Pediatric and Adolescent Associates. condition called necrotizing

PPR --AA P P ROOV M

DD VEE

M MOOM

Serving Lexington’s pediatric needs for over 50 years

ICIANN PEDIATRICIA PEDIATR y

2015 20 16 l L eL i l yi xeixni gntgotno nFaFma m

2015

WINNER

201

1-2015

Open 364 Days A Year Two Locations In Lexington: Main: 3050 Harrodsburg Rd. East: 171 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Ste. 100 16 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

859-277-6102 www.paalex.com

Ky Insurance & Investment Group is kynect certified and here to help you with your health insurance needs.

Open Enrollment for Healthcare begins on November 1, 2015 We represent carriers such as Anthem, Humana, United, Ky Health Cooperative, Aetna, and Baptist Health. We can assist you with your individual or group health insurance needs. Contact Christina Razavi, Greg Ruber, or Emily Saunders for assistance today!

UK Oral Health UK Oral Health offers families: • Comprehensive dental and oral health care, from cleanings to cosmetic treatments • An expert practitioner team • Provider options to fit a variety of budgets Clinic Locations Kentucky Clinic • UK College of Dentistry • UK Oral Health at Turfland For an appointment, UK friends and families can call:

3320 Clays Mill Road Suite 214 • Lexington, KY 40503 859-224-0316 • kyinsurance.net • healthquote@kyinsurance.net

859-323-9707

dentistry.uky.edu/patients

January 2016

| 17

Family H E A L T H

Dr. Graebe: New Tools for New Year

T

he new year means new technology for Dr. Graebe, a behavioral optometrist in Versailles, who prides himself on keeping his office on the cutting edge of breakthroughs that benefit his patients.

The latest addition to Dr. Graebe’s arsenal of weapons against impaired vision is an advanced aberrometer.

This new diagnostic machine can identify higher orders of aberrations in a patient’s eye, The first order of aberrations are nearand far-sightedness.

Higher orders of aberrations are measured in the curvature of the cornea.

Determining more exact measurements in corneal curvature allows Dr. Graebe to prescribe more precise lenses used

for corneal molding, which can stop and reverse near-sightedness.

In addition, these precise measurements lead to more accurate prescriptions for high definition lenses – another recent innovation in the field.

HD lenses are to regular lenses what HD TV is to regular TV. HD lenses provide sharper, higher contrast vision. More expensive than regular lenses, the HD version is not for everyone.

But certain patients need the sharpest vision possible for optimal performance in their profession.

Pilots, engineers, physicians, even truck drivers who drive long hours at night lead the list of such patients.

But many of Dr. Graebe’s patients choose HD lenses once they have “seen” the difference.

Dr. Rick Graebe “For some people, these lenses Family Eyecare Associates & aren’t worth the extra cost,” he said.

Children’s Vision and Learning Center “But for our clients who need sharp 105 Crossfield Drive, Versailles myfamilyvision.com • 859-879-3665 vision for letters and numbers, their

18 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

vision is improved.”

The aberrometer also can diagnose “dry eye” syndrome more accurately.

As Dr. Graebe points out, from the ages of 18-65, we lose 60% function in tear production because the tear glands clog and atrophy.

Once diagnosed, this issue is resolved with an inexpensive eye lash shampoo that Dr. Graebe can supply.

In his practice, non-glare coating on lenses – another innovation that sharpens vision – is popular. Once patients try them, they prefer the results.

“We are a patient-centric office,” Dr. Graebe said. “I thank heavens for all the smart people out there who have developed this new technology that improves visual performance for our patients.

“I’m proud and humbled that we draw patients from more than 300 zip codes to our office. I hear our patients say all the time, ‘You really care about me getting better.’ That is very gratifying.” Y

1025OpenHouse-FamilyMag 3.7x5:1011OpenHouse-FamilyMag 3.7x5

12/14/11

3:19 PM

Page 1

ENJOY EACH MILESTONE OF YOUR LIFE Have you searched for just the right place to celebrate with family, friends and associates?

Tour our facility to see why you should reserve your next special occasion at Lexington’s newest reception center.

Birthdays Christenings Mitzvahs

Family gatherings Retirement parties Class reunions

Receptions Showers Business meetings

CC

CELEBRATION CENTER O F L E X I N G T O N 1509 Trent Boulevard I Lexington, KY 40515 p 859.272.3414 f 859.272.3417 www.celebrationcenteroflexington.com © 2011 BAKER COMMUNICATIONS 0121-1025

YOUR FAMILY YOUR HEALTH OUR PASSION DAYS EVENINGS WEEKENDS

FOR YOUR HEALTH ___________________ Family Practice Associates has flexible day and evening hours that you can count on to accomodate your family’s busy schedule.

Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

Family Practice Associates of Lexington welcomes Dr. Amanda R. Foxx to its practice! Dr. Foxx specializes in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, and she sees patients of all ages!

• Over 30 years of service in Lexington • 14 Primary Care Providers • Online Patient Portal • Flexible Hours • Certified Patient Centered Medical Home

1775 Alysheba Way, Suite 201 • 859-278-5007 • FPALex.com January 2016

| 19

Family H E A L T H

The Conversation Project Talk to Your Family About End of Life Care Before You Need It

By Kim Livesay

W

hen surveyed, all of us agree that advance care planning is critically important.

Yet less than one-third of us take the time to complete a living will or have a conversation about our values, preferences and choices regarding medical care in the event of a terminal diagnosis.

The nationally acclaimed program, The Conversation Project, notes that...

“Too many people are dying in a way they wouldn’t choose, and too many of their loved ones are left feeling bereaved, guilty and uncertain.

“It is time to transform our culture so we shift from not talking about dying to talking about it.

“It is time to share the way we want to

live at the end of our lives. And it is time to communicate about the kind of care we want and don’t want for ourselves.”

care planning.

For more information on how to start the conversation with your family and to find resources that will help you engage in advance care planning, visit our website at www.hospicebg.org/ advancecareplanning. 

You have the right to make choices about your medical care, and this right continues even if you are unable to communicate due to illness or injury.

At Hospice of the Bluegrass, we have seen that difficult decisions about medical care are much easier for families that have had conversations about preferences for medical care well in advance.

At Hospice of the Bluegrass we are committed to community and professional education.

We offer presentations at no charge on a wide range of topics including advance

Writing Contest if my pet 12th Annual

entries due

march 28 2016

could talk...

Enter your students to win prizes such as:

American Girl Dolls Breyer Horses YMCA of Central Ky Classes

p 859.223.1765

www.LexingtonFamily.com info@lexingtonfamily.com Satisfies requirements for Ky. Core Curriculum

138 E Reynolds Rd. #201 Lexington, KY 40517 20 | www.lexingtonfamily.com Writing Contest Jan 16.indd 1

12/23/2015 9:51:51 AM

Ensuring that kids with & without special needs

Maximize their f ull potential.

A United Way Agency

• Quality Early Childhood Education Program for ages 6 weeks to 5 years • Classroom setting with nationally recognized pre-school curriculum • On-site and out-patient speech, physical and occupational therapy services • Degreed teaching staff and licensed therapists • NAEYC Accredited, 4-Star rated

290 Alumni Drive | Lexington, KY 40503 | Tel: 859 218 2322 | www.cdcbg.org

First 100 families have a chance to win a fantastic prize!

Saturday th April 9

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Lexington Christian Academy

Info: 223-1765 LexingtonFamily.com January 2016

| 21

Curious Edge

Let’s Resolve To Help Our Children

By Kimberly Hudson

I Give your child the opportunity to grow in a faith based learning environment with an emphasis on STEM!

Please join us for an Open House on Sunday, January 31st from 12:30pm-2:30pm.

Featuring integrated instruction

in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math.

Preschool – 8th grade

2012 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence!

1740 Summerhill Dr. 859-273-7827 • setonstars.com

A Classical Learning Community Anchored In Christ

Focusing on academic and moral development in accordance with Christian faith

Voted Best ol Private Scho r te In Winches & Clark Co.

• Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten • • Elementary: Grades 1-5 • • Middle School: Grades 6-8 • • Private Bus Transportation • • Extended Day Enrichment Program •

St. Agatha Academy 244 South Main St., Winchester

859-744-6484

saintagathaacademy.org 22 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

can’t say I have always been big on making New Year’s Resolutions.

Did you know that the word resolution also means determination and strong will?

I might give more thoughtful consideration to this practice in the future.

My oldest daughter had a car accident on her 17th birthday this fall.

She totaled her car on a rainy night, and we counted ourselves blessed to be taking her home from the emergency room with only cuts and bruises, and a massive headache.

A few days passed and her headaches did not improve. She tried to return to school and could not tolerate the lights, the noise and the rigorous cognitive regimen.

My mother’s intuition told me something was not quite right.

Early in my career as a speech-language pathologist I worked in rehab.

My daughter’s blank look when I peered into her eyes, her slow response time, her struggle to find the right words to articulate her thoughts, her poor recall of information I knew she had learned gave me pause.

Then, one night she told one of her friends, “Your talk is worse than your bark!” My heart dropped to my stomach.

Even though two separate examinations by medical doctors deemed her okay, I knew the evidence did not make sense.

I was determined to find out what was going on with her.

I took her to a doctor in Louisville who confirmed she had a closed head injury.

I

share this personal story because my situation was different, but my gut instincts were the same as most of the mothers who walk through my office doors.

They all sense that their children are not performing to their potential but do not know why.

But they have the same resolve I had to leave no stone unturned in search of a solution for my daughter.

If you think you should pursue help for your child, do not wait. Have the resolve to find the solution.

We have helped kindergarten through college students get the tools they need for academic success.

We have the knowledge and resources to get your child from where they are to where you know they should be.

Info: (859) 899-3343(EDGE) or http://thecuriousedge.com.

Y

Imagine the best for your child...

find it at Immanuel’s Early Childhood Education Center Preschool for 3, 4 and 5 year-olds Extended care for preschoolers Parents’ Day Out for 18mos.-3yrs.

Imparting the best to your child through excellent Christ-centered education.

3100 Tates Creek Rd. Lexington, KY 40502 859-685-3202 ibcece.org

January 2016

| 23

PAID ADVERTISEMENT

Preschool Directory Broadway Baptist Preschool

2500 Harrodsburg Road / Info: 276-2592 www.broadwaybaptistchurch.org Description: Offers a Christian education for children 2 years-Pre-K with low child-teacher ratios. We use Handwriting Without Tears curriculum.

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

Fayette Cooperating Preschool 109 Rosemont Garden Ave. / Info: 276-6350 3564A Clays Mill Road / Info: 223-1713 www.coopschool.org Description: Provides a positive first-school experience and offers unique program that nurtures the whole family. Curriculum and facilities are designed to meet students’ social, intellectual, emotional and physical needs. Age-appropriate, handson activities. Co-op Preschool has offered excellence in early education since 1951.

Immanuel Baptist Early Childhood Education Center

3100 Tates Creek Road / Info: 685-3237 www.ibcece.org Description: Provides programs for 3-, 4- and 5-year-olds with extended day programs available.

Parents’ Day Out classes for children 18-36 months.

Programs are designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, academic and spiritual needs of children with developmentally appropriate activities in classes with excellent student:teacher ratios.

24 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Child Development Center of the Bluegrass

Community Montessori School & Montessori Middle School of KY

First Choice Childcare

Growing Together Preschool

290 Alumni Drive Info: 218-2322 / www.cdcbg.org Description: Provides quality early childhood education for children with and without special needs.

Provides developmentally-appropriate curriculum and low student:teacher ratios with on-site therapy services for children with special needs. Outpatient therapy is available as well.

4-Star rated and NAEYC accredited.

505 Kingston Road / Info: 293-6669 www.facebook.com/firstchoicechildcareandlearningcenter Description: Ministry of the First Church of God, operating since 1995. Highly qualified and dedicated staff with CDA or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education. Christian-based A Beka curriculum for ages 1 to Pre-K program. After-school care and summer program for school-age students also provided.

Preschool addresses social, intellectual, emotional, physical and spiritual needs of children.

The Lexington School

1050 Lane Allen Road Info: 278-0501 www.thelexingtonschool.org Description: Offers traditional and Montessori programs for children 2-5 years old.

Developmentally appropriate curriculum taught by highly qualified teachers in a safe and nurturing environment. Financial aid available.

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

Before and after school care available. CMS is accredited by AMI (Association Montessori International), and all teachers are AMI certified.

599 Lima Drive / Info: 255-4056 www.GrowingTogetherPreschool.org Description: Developmental preschool specializing in inclusion for children with and without special needs From 6 weeks of age through PreKindergarten. .

Nurturing environment, high standard of care and excellent education for all ages. Kentucky Proud Farm to School Menu.

Full-day, Year-round care.

NAEYC Accredited.

Lexington Christian Academy

450 West Reynolds Road, Lex. (Rose Campus) Info: 422-5700 / www.lexingtonchristian.org Description: LCA offers half-day and all-day programs for 3- and 4-year-old children. Parents can enroll their children in 2, 3, or 5-day/week programs. A typical half-day is offered from 8-11:15 a.m.

A typical all-day program is offered 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The “before school care” 7:40-8 a.m. and “after-school care” 3-5:30 p.m. are included in tuition. Children must be potty trained to be eligible to attend.

OPEN HOUSE Thursday, February 18, 2016 5:30-7:00pm

The Path to Excellence with a Biblical Worldview

• • • • • • • • •

2780 Clays Mill Rd.

Corner of Clays Mill & Pasadena Lexington, Ky

Summit’s focus includes: A biblically integrated program A well-designed curriculum that focuses on academic growth teachers A preschool-9th grade program A 9th grade (3 day-for homeschool families or full 5 day program) Small class sizes Competitive tuition Before and after care programs Athletics

859-277-0503

office@lexingtonsummit.org

lexingtonsummit.org

January 2016

| 25

PAID ADVERTISEMENT

Lexington Latin School 483 W. Reynolds Road (Meets in Ashland Baptist Church) Info: 492-1381 www.LexingtonLatinSchool.com Description: Lexington Latin School offers Jr. K - 12th grades. LLS educates and delights students.

Pepperhill Preschool

2104 Eastway Drive / Info: 277-6813 / 885-6215 www.Pepperhillkidz.com Description: Excellent early childhood readiness program for children ages 2-5 years. Enriched by hands-on materials and structured activities.

After-school transportation service and child care for ages 6-10 years old (South End only). Certified teachers. Small class sizes. Open year-round, M-F, 7:15 a.m.-6 p.m.

St. Michael’s School

2025 Bellefonte Drive / Info: 277-7541 www.stmichaelslex.org Description: A strong academic program since 1961. Classes in art, music, P.E. and Spanish.

Half-day classes. Early drop-off and late pick-up available. Programs for 3- & 4-year-olds and early 5’s.

Lutheran School of Lexington

Our PlayHouse Preschool

Providence Montessori

St Agatha Academy

1209 Texaco Road / Info: 255-7330 www.providencemontessoriky.org Description: Providence offers both full-day & half-day classes (a.m.) for children ages 18 months-6 years old. Beautiful 5-acre campus near downtown.

Elementary & Middle School options available.

The oldest and only American Montessori Society accredited school in Kentucky.

244 South Main St., Winchester / Info: (859) 7446484 / www.saintagathaacademy.org Description: St. Agatha Academy offers both full-day and half-day Montessori preschool and full-day Montessori kindergarten. Personal growth is cultivated so all students can reach their greatest potential. Program guides students to have the selfdiscipline and conviction to become leaders who will make the world a better place.

Sayre School

Seton Catholic Preschool

425 Patchen Drive Info: 268-7787 www.lslexington.org Description: Learning, loving, and living as God’s children. The LSL is a play-centered Christian preschool, where creativity, imagination, and innovation lay the foundation for healthy learning habits.”BUILD BELIEVE BRAINSTORM.”

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

Summit Christian Preschool 2780 Clays Mill Road Info: 277-0503 / www.lexingtonsummit.org Description: Summit Christian Preschool’s mission is to provide a Christ-centered education, equipping children with life skills and inspiring their love of learning. The goal is to partner with parents to ensure a positive preschool experience that will prepare every child for Kindergarten and future school success.

26 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

235 Walton Ave. / Info: 233-7000 www.ophlexington.com Description: Offers morning and full day classes for children ages 1-5, as well as a full summer program. Flexible schedules available. Our PlayHouse Preschool believes that children are active participants in their own learning. The curriculum for this Reggio-Emilia inspired school is project based and grows out of the interests and passions of the children.

1740 Summerhill Drive / Info: 273-7827 www.setonstars.com/preschool Description: Faith based, blue ribbon school.

Center based instruction. Utilize Handwriting without Tears, Minds in Motion and Discovering Gods World. Curriculum enrichment through Art, P.E., Music and Library with specialized humanities teachers. Accepting children 2 1/2-5 years old. Extended day offered until 6 p.m.

Veritas Christian Academy

2351 Alumni Drive / 559-6156 info@veritaschristianky.org www.veritaschristianky.com Description: Veritas Christian Academy is a Christian, Classical, University-Model School, combining the best attributes of private education and homeschooling. The school, located in St. Luke United Methodist Church, serves students from pre-K through 12th grade.

Trinity Christian Academy

Learning, living, and loving as God’s children.

3900 Rapid Run Drive Info: 271-0079 / www.TrinityLex.org Description: Christ-centered, balanced approach combines learning with play, encouraging children to grow through exploration and discovery.

The classical Christian foundation fosters an appreciation of art, music and literature while preparing children for early literacy in reading and math. Half-day and full-day PreK options available.

Children must be 4 years old

LSL

Wee Care Daycare & Preschool 455 East Maxwell St. Info: 231-8687 / www. weecaredaycarelex.com Description: Licensed, family owned, STARS-rated childcare center that has been caring for children for more than 13 years. Qualified teachers make learning fun while following the Kentucky Early Childhood Standards to prepare children for the future. Portfolios track your child’s growth and progress. Motto: “We Care Like You Care” at Wee Care Daycare & Preschool.

providence montessori

middle

school

The LSL is a play-centered Christian preschool, where the love of Jesus is the underlying foundation for the students’ faith, creativity, imagination, and innovation.

OPEN HOUSE

January 28 - 4 to 6 pm

Build

Believe Brainstorm

We nurture the building blocks of faith and learning!

859-268-7787 www.lslexington.org 425 Patchen Dr. Lexington, KY 40517

DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE

OPEN ENROLLMENT

open enrollment

2016 - 2017 School Year

providence

2016 - 2017 Academic Year

montessori

Erdkinder Campus 519 West Fourth Street | Lexington KY | 40508 www.providencemontessoriky.org

school

• Historic downtown location

• On-site, land-

Is where education goes beyond basic skills and becomes a journey of self awareness and natural curiosity.

based curriculum

• Unique trip and education opportunities

TODDLER - 6th GRADE American Montessori Society (AMS) Accredited Montessori Cer ed Teachers Low Student / Teacher Ra o Specialty Classes in Spanish, Art, Library and PE 5-acre campus near downtown

• Experienced, Montessori trained director and staff

Contact:

Vivian Langefeld 1.859.271.7331 middleschool@providencemontessoriky.org

Contact:

Joellen Kuhn, Admissions Director 1.859.255.7330 1209 Texaco Road | Lexington, KY | 40508 www.providencemontessoriky.org

January 2016

| 27

What to Do When Birthdays Fall Only Days Apart

O

ne of the unwritten rules of motherhood is to make sure your children feel special on their birthday.

But what if you’re a mother whose kids have birthdays just a few days apart?

Do you have more than one cake at a party?

Or is it an imposition to invite the same people to two or more parties a few days apart?

Nichole Satterwhite, a mother of five children and expecting baby number six, has learned how to handle this situation for her family.

Among her children, Madison

Bricks 4 Kidz - Lexington Info: 433-1515

onky www.bricks4kidz.com/lexingt party on the block. day birth t bes the child r Give you O Bricks for kids to LEG with you Bricks 4 Kidz comes to e options are available. play and learn. Multiple packag Kidz party host, LEGO 4 ks All packages include a Bric with giant bag of play free es, gam Bricks, themed h you help choose, whic LEGO Bricks, model building birthday child the and s card you invitations, thank Skip irt. t-sh free a receives the goody bags and let guests build and keep their own mini-figure.

28 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

The Satterwhite Family

(16 years old) and Chase (9) have birthdays three days apart in September.

Mia (4) was born on Feb. 26, and Macy’s (6) birthday is March 1. Lost in that shuffle is March 2, Nichole’s birthday.

Her husband, Justin, was born on June 4. The due date for child No. 6?

You guessed it. June 4.

From the beginning, Nichole decided to have separate parties for her kids.

This decision was motivated by the belief that her children are only small for a short time and they deserve to feel special on

Celebration Center of Lexington 1509 Trent Blvd. / 272-3414 www.celebrationcenteroflexington.com Celebrate and enjoy each milestone of life (birthday parties, receptions, family gatherings, christenings, mitzvahs and reunions) at Lexington’s newest reception center.

their birthdays.

As a stay-at-home mom, Nichole loves to plan parties.

And she’s learned the art of the no-pressure party by taking it on as fun project.

She’s thrown ninja parties, hosted a lemonade stand themed party and had a Red White and “Two” party when her daughter Morgan turned 2 on July 2.

With five children, her own birthday can seem like an afterthought. But Nichole isn’t complaining.

“As long as I get some time to myself in a bookstore with a cup of coffee, I’m happy.” Y

Collins Bowling Centers 205 Southland Drive / 277-5746 750 East New Circle Road / 252-3429

www.collinsbowling.com

Children always love bowling parties to celebrate their birthdays. Parties are priced per child and Include bowling, shoe rental, favor bag (includes coupo n for free game of bowling), paper products and balloons.

Food, beverages, game room and juke box are available.

When it's really cold, don't put the fun on hold.

Come to • • • • • • •

Walk-in Play All Day Every Day Full-Service Birthday Parties Best Jumps and Slides Dedicated Toddler Zone Delicious Concessions Fun Fundraisers & Group Events Amazing Arcade

®

Book your party today!

1850 Bryant Rd Suite 120 Lexington, KY 40509 859-264-0405 www.monkeyjoes.com MonkeyJoesLex

E IK L S IE T R A P Y D O B NO CHOOSE ANY OF OUR BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES AND RECEIVE: • Party Rooms • Invitations & Thank You Cards • Room Decorations • Party Host

• Game Play for each child • All You Care To Eat: Pizza, Pasta, Salad, Dessert & Soft Drinks

• Unlimited Rides On Our Carousel, Bumper Cars, Drop Ride & Roller Coaster Simulator

Our game room includes over 100 games for kids of all ages!

2524 Nicholasville Road • Lexington, KY 40503 • 859-277-2323 www.GattiTownLexington.com • Facebook.com/GattiTownLexington

Fry-NP-Ad-2014.indd 1

12/11/14 9:29| AM January 2016 29

PAID ADVERTISEMENT

The Square, 440 W. Short Street / 258-3253

520 Lagonda Ave. / 255-3432 www.kremerwholesale.com Need something to fill those goody bags? Check out Kremer Wholesale for a huge selection of party favors and toys. Party supplies for all budgets.

www.explorium.com y All parties include tableware, balloons, all-da up. clean and setup and um, muse admission to the le.

Party packages start at $200 for up to 22 peop The Explorium offers a large a la carte menu, so you can create the perfect party.

KREMER

WHOLESALE

Gattitown Lexington

Legacy All Sports

2524 Nicholasville Road 277-2323 / www.gattitownlexington.com ay “Eat up the fun! Gatittown has the BEST birthd and s game fun food, great With ” parties in town. pasta awesome prizes. Packages include pizza and , game bags ie good s, buffet, party rooms, decoration rides. cards and unlimited

261 Ruccio Way / 977-8862

Monkey Joe’s Party & Play

www.legacyallsports.com

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

Recommended for ages 5 to 85.

WHOLESALE Party Favors For: • School Carnivals • Company Picnics • Festivals • Summer Camps • Birthday Parties

220 Ruccio Way, Suite 180 / 223-0114 www.cutandpastecraftstudio.com of Celebrate your birthday at Lexington’s home inute 90-m a e: includ ages all things crafty! Pack fit your party with a dedicated party host, a craft to all paper nts, theme, special time for cake and prese goods, plus a special t-shirt for the birthday child. Customized parties can fit almost any theme.

The Mad Potter

Celebrate your child’s special day at Legacy with fun, flipping and fitness! All party packages include complete setup, cleanup, two party hosts/hoste sses, an hour of gym time and a private party room . With the setup, Legacy will also provide balloons, tablecloth, cutlery, plates and napkins.

Newton’s Attic

1850 Bryant Road / 264-0405 www.monkeyjoes.com Parties feature a private party room for two full hours and unlimited play in more than 16,000 square feet of jumps, slides, obstacle courses and an arcade.

Monkey Joe’s has three party packages and a private party option to help meet your party needs.

KREMER

Cut & paste Craft Studio

Kremer Wholesale

Explorium of Lexington

3385 Tates Creek Road 269-4591 www.themadpotter.biz s Painting pottery or fusing glas r is a great way to celebrate you ies part ult child’s birthday (Ad too). Private party room will host 8-20 for 90 minutes. You are welcome to bring lunch ject, instruction, or refreshments and cake. Pro d. Call Monday invitations and balloons provide ions. rvat rese for .

-Friday, 9 a.m.4 p.m

Wild Thyme Cooking School 1060 Chinoe Road, # 108 523-COOK (2665)

www.WildThymeCooking. com Kids cooking parties are one of the hottest new birthday party trends. Choose from a variety of themes or customiz e your cooking party theme around your favorite book , movie, etc.

Plates, balloons, cooking activities, cupcake decorating with cupcake tower and candles, setu p and cleanup included. $285 for 10 kids (16 max imum) plus birthday child.

The Official Trophy Sponsor of the

Asbury University Educator of the Month

&

KU Scholar Athlete of the Month (in Lexington Family Magazine)

(859) 255-3432 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5 520 Lagonda Ave., Lexington

www.kremerwholesale.com 30 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

2680 Wilhite Dr.

859-266-3872

www.crowntrophylex.com

FUSE GLASS

PAINT POTTERY

winter Enrollment is NOW OPEN!

Birthdays, Parties & more!

Pre-school and School Age Recreational gymnastics, tumbling, cheer & dance Programs for boys and girls • USAG Womens’ & Mens’ competitive Teams USASF All Star Cheer • Company Studio Dance Teams Open Gym/Day Camps/Birthday Parties • ONLINE ENROLLMENT!

WE WILL CREATE THE BEST PARTY EVER! CALL US TODAY

859-269-4591

www.themadpotter.biz 3385 Tates Creek Rd.

859-977-8862 261 Ruccio Way • Lexington www.legacyallsports.com

Cold Outside... Warm in Here!

Big Savings, Starting As Low As $29.50

ONLINE WINTER BOWLING SPECIALS!

Only available at:

www.collinsbowling.com

$ 17595 Value for only $ 100 Value for only $ 50 Value for only

$87

$5295

$2950

Must go to website. Not valid with any other offer.

While supplies last.

Eastland • 750 E. New Circle Road • 859-252-3429 / Southland • 205 Southland Drive • 859-277-5746 • Limited Lanes Available – Plan Now To Guarantee Your Spot • Groups/Leagues Fill Up Fast • Complete Banquet & Bowling Packages Available • Open 365 Days – Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s

• Company Parties • Date Night • Fall Break • Basketball Teams • Dance Teams

• Football Teams • Musical Groups • Soccer Teams • Karate Clubs • Pizza & Bowling Parties

JOIN A LEAGUE

Ask About Fall Leagues!

Join One Now or Form Your Own League!

Get Info at: www. collinsbowling.com

• Neighborhood, Company and Industry Leagues • Fundraisers • Birthday & Karaoke Parties January 2016

| 31

January Calendar ________________ FRIDAY 1

2891 Richmond Rd. Suite 103. Info: www.babymoon.org.

FCPS: No School

Triangle Park: Ice Skating. 10 a.m.-11 p.m. MonFri. $11 for 90 minutes, includes skate rental.

Downtown Lexington. Info: 269-5681.

New Year’s Day

Explorium: Free Admission Day. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Leapin’ Littles, “Y is for Yoga.” 10:30-11 a.m.

Ages 2-5. Free with general admission. 440 W Short St. Info: 258-3253.

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

Div. of Parks & Rec: All administrative offices, community centers, Bell House Therapeutic Recreation and senior adult programs closed.

First Hike of the Year, start the year off with a healthy resolution. 11 a.m. at McConnell Springs.

1 p.m. at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. For all ages.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Trademark Traditions.” 11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5.

Imagination Station, “Minute to Win It, New Year’s Edition.” 12:30-2 p.m. Grades K-5. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Happy New Year.” 1-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday. Free with general admission. 440 W Short St. Info: 258-3253.

______________ SATURDAY 2

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner: Merci, Gracias and Thank you! Craft thank you notes to take home. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Kentucky Horse Park: Snowball Series Mounted Games. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan 2 & 3. Event included in KHP admission, $12 adults, $6 ages 6-12, free for children 5 & under. Parking $5. Covered Arena. Info: 621-2383 or www.mountedgames. org. St. Pete’s Pacer 5K Walk/Run. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. See website for prices. Info: www.runsignup. com/Race/KY/Lexington/StPetesPacersWalkRun. Lexington Farmer’s Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 241 West Main Street. Info: lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga, no experience required. For all stages of pregnancy. 10-11:15 a.m. Drop ins welcome, class packages available.

32 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Mindful Moms of the Bluegrass: Monthly gathering. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Naturalminded moms meet to get to know each other and share info. Open to women and children. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Road. Info: https://www. facebook.com/groups/mindfulmomslexingtonky/.

Legacy All Sports: Saturday Night Open Gym. 6-9 p.m. Ages 5 & up. $10 members, $15 non-members. Preregistration recommended.

261 Ruccio Way. Info: 977-8862 or www. legacyallsports.com.

LexDance: Contra Dance with caller Barbara Ramlow and band TBA. Beginner lesson at

7:30 p.m., dancing from 8-11 p.m. $8 adults, $5 students and seniors. ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. Info: 552-5433.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. For families.

Central Library: Super Saturday Storytime.

11-11:30 a.m. For families. Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime. 11-11:30 a.m. For families.

Info: 231-5500.

_______________ SUNDAY 3 Cincinnati Zoo: Penguin Days. Half-price admission to the zoo every day through March 11. 10 a.m-5 p.m. 3400 Vine St. Cincinnati. Info: (513) 281-4700.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. 11:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Triangle Park: Ice Skating. 1:30-9 p.m. MonFri. $11 for 90 minutes, includes skate rental.

Downtown Lexington. Info: 269-5681.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 6-week Natural Childbirth Education Series. 4:306:30 p.m. $40 per couples. Registration required, space is limited. Recommended for 28-30 weeks gestation. The Women’s Health Institute at Saint Joseph East, 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Suite 100. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Lexington Public Library: Central Library: Friends Book Cellar 20% off Sale. 1-5 p.m. For all

}}}

January 14 -18

40

10

3090 HELMSDALE PLACE IN LEXINGTON

% OFF

clearance items

*Valid Jan. 14-18, 2016. One per family. May be used with offer to right, but no others. CPNPP0116A

MH_LexFamilyMagazineAd-Aug 2015 final.indd 1

% OFF reg. price items

*Valid Jan. 14-18, 2016. One per family. May be used with offer to left, but no others. CPNPP0116B

8/11/152016 2:24 PM | 33 January

January Calendar ages. Info: 231-5500.

_______________ MONDAY 4 Div. of Parks & Rec: Community Centers Resume Normal Hours.

Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music class, a hands-on creative approach to musical play.

9:30-10:15 a.m. or 10:30-11:15 a.m. weekly through Jan. 25. Ages 1-4. $40. Registration required. Prenatal Yoga, no experience required.

For all stages of pregnancy. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Drop ins welcome, class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Suite 103. Info: www.baby-moon. org.

Triangle Park: Ice Skating. 4-10 p.m. MonFri. $11 for 90 minutes, includes skate rental.

Downtown Lexington. Info: 269-5681.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Class. 6-8 p.m. $20 per couple, spouses are encouraged to attend.

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

Lexington Public Library: Central Library: Babies Get Down(town). 10-10:30 a.m. Ages crawling -18 months. Eagle Creek Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump music and playtime. 10:3011 a.m. Ages 1-2. Village Branch: Homework Help. 4-8 p.m. Grades K-12. Beginning Guitar.

5:30-6:30 p.m. Jan. 4, 11 & 25. Grades 6-12.

Guitars are provided. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

_______________ TUESDAY 5 Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music class, a hands-on creative approach to musical play.

9:30-10:15 a.m. or 10:30-11:15 a.m. weekly through Jan. 26. Ages 1-4. $40. Babies session.

11:30-12:15 a.m. weekly through Jan. 26. Ages 4 months-walkers. $40. Registration required. Info: www.baby-moon.org.

Cut & Paste Craft Studio: Preschool Playspace.

Drop in for activities that develop sensory integration, fine motor skills and social interaction.

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages 3-5 with parent or caregiver. $6 per hour per child, $4 per hour for sibling. 220 Ruccio Way, Suite 180. Info: 223-0114.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Shaving Cream Creativity.” 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages 9 months to 2 years. Free with general admission. 440 W Short St. Info: 258-3253.

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

Alzheimer’s Association: Know the 10 Signs, learn the facts and early detection signs of Alzheimer’s. Noon-1 p.m. Registration required.

Eagle Creek Public Library, 101 N. Eagle Creek.

Info: (800) 272-3900.

34 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Building Program Offered at Newton’s Attic

C

hildren are invited to use their imaginations at the Block Kids Building Program on Saturday, Jan 23 at Newton’s Attic. The program introduces children to the many facets of the construction industry in a fun way.

Each child will receive materials to build a project – houses, roads, bridges, airports, cranes or other construction-related ideas.

The projects will be judged by engineers, architects, equipment operators and other construction professionals.

All participants will receive a goodie bag. The overall winner will advance to a regional competition.

Children in grades K-6 are eligible to participate. Registration opens at 1 p.m. and the awards will be given at 3:30 p.m. The event is free, but RSVP is required

by Friday, Jan. 8.

The event is sponsored by the local chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction.

Newton’s Attic is located at 4974 Old U.S. Highway 60. Info: 629-8243.

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

Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2446. Exercise Classes, kettlebells and low-impact aerobics 6-8 p.m. Free.

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

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 4-week Childbirth Education Series. 6:30-9:30 p.m. $40 per couple. Recommended for 28-30 weeks gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Morning Point of Lexington: Learn to Square Dance lessons. 7-9 p.m. $50 per person for 20 lessons, first two lessons free. 233 Ruccio Way. Info: 361-1342.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies, lap-sit storytime. 10:30 and 11:15 a.m. Ages 2 & under. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime, lap-sit storytime. 10:15-10:45 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Teen Lit Book Club, “Everything, Everything” by Nicola Yoon.

5:30-6:30 p.m. For teens. Registration required.

Northside Branch: Read! Play! Learn! 11-11:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Tates Creek Branch: Baby & Me storytime. 10:30-10:50 a.m. Ages 2 & under. Info: 231-5500.

_____________ WEDNESDAY 6 Baby Moon: Mama & Baby Yoga. 10-11:15 a.m. For moms and newborns-crawling. Dropins welcome, class packages available. Ab Check: Birth Recovery. For moms who want

to be checked for Diastasis Recti postpartum.

11:30 a.m.-noon. Drop-ins welcome. Candy Mountain Music: Big Kids Class, explore the basic components of music, song journaling, group singing and more. 4:30-5:30 p.m. weekly through Jan. 27. Ages 5-8. $48. Registration required.

Candy Mountain Music evening class. 6-6:45 p.m. weekly through Jan. 27. Ages 1-4. $40.

Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Suite 103. Info: www.baby-moon.org.

Cut & Paste Craft Studio: Preschool Playspace.

Drop in for activities that develop sensory integration, fine motor skills and social interaction.

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages 3-5 with parent or caregiver. $6 per hour per child, $4 per hour for sibling. 220 Ruccio Way, Suite 180. Info: 223-0114.

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

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

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

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side by Side Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 2-3.

Central Branch: The Young and the Restless storytime. 10-10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3 years. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 11-11:45 a.m. Ages 3-5. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. 10:30-10:50 a.m. Ages 1-2. Village Branch: Village Teen Leaders. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

For high schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

}}}

January 2016

| 35

January Calendar ______________ THURSDAY 7 Alzheimer’s Association: Dementia Conversation- tips for having difficult conversations when someone shows signs of Alzheimer’s or dementia. 10:30 a.m.-noon.

Registration required. Tates Creek Branch Library, 3628 Walden Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900.

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

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. 10:30 a.m. Baby & Me. 11 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Diabetes SelfManagement Class Series. 1-3:30 p.m. through Jan. 28. Free. Preregistration required. Refuge Clinic at Southland Church, 2349 Richmond Rd. Info: 288-2446.

Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music class, a hands-on creative approach to musical play.

4:30-5:15 p.m. weekly through Jan. 28. Ages 1-4. $40. Registration required. Prenatal Yoga, no experience required. For all stages of pregnancy.

6:30-7:45 p.m. Drop ins welcome, class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Suite 103. Info: www.baby-moon.org.

Carnegie Center: Teen Howl Poetry Series.

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

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Infant CPR class. 6-9 p.m. $20 per couple. Registration required, space is limited.

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

Kentucky Horse Park: Kentucky Invitational Truck & Tractor Pull. Jan 7-9. $20, free for children under age 6. Info: (270) 849-5784 or www.kentuckyinvitational.com.

Lexington Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Time, books, music and activity time. 1111:30 a.m. Ages 2-3. Thank You Note Thursday, cards and stamps provided. 3-7 p.m. For adults, seniors and high schoolers. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 3-5.

Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. 4-5 p.m.

Ages 7 & under. Teen Space, discussion topics, games and fun. 5:30-6:30 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

________________ FRIDAY 8 Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Going Scootin’.” See Jan. 1. Parents Night Out. $15 members, $18 non-members. Children must be potty-trained.

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

Legacy All Sports: Lunch Bunch Preschool 36 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Open Gym. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $15 per child. 261 Ruccio Way. Info: 977-8862 or www. legacyallsports.com.

LexDance: Contra Dance with caller TBA and open band. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing from 8-11 p.m. $7 adults, $5 students and seniors. ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. Info: 552-5433.

Lexington Opera House: Broadway Live presents “Annie,” the beloved musical with unforgettable songs. 7:30 p.m. $30-$125. 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-3535.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Central Library: Preschool Picture Book Art Studio: Ezra Jack Keats. 11-11:45 a.m. Ages 3-5 with parent or caregiver. Reservations required.

Make a Snow Catcher. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Grades K-5. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. 10:30-10:50 a.m. Ages 2-3. Info: 2315500.

______________ SATURDAY 9 Lexington Farmer’s Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 241 West Main Street. Info: lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 2.

Weekend Seminar: Prepared Childbirth, a condensed class for those who can’t fit in a longer series. 1-4:30 p.m. Recommended for third trimester. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Suite 103. Info: www.baby-moon.org.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Beginner’s Digital Photo Class. 10 a.m. McConnell Springs. Info: 2254073.

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See Jan. 2.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Sibling Class. 10 a.m.-noon. Recommended for ages 3-6. $10 per child. Registration required.

170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 9672229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth. org/baby. Breastfeeding Support Group.

10-11:30 a.m. Babies welcome. Free, light refreshments provided. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Foil Embossing.”

See Jan. 2. Imagination Station, “Bending Sight.”

See Jan. 2. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Welcome to the Jungle.” See Jan. 2.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner: Fold and Fly. Learn to make paper airplanes. 11 a.m.

Ages 5 & up. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Louisville Zoo: Qannik the polar bear’s 5th Birthday Party. 11 a.m. General admission $9.95 adults, $6.95 children ages 3-11 and seniors.

1100 Trevilian Way. Info: (502) 459-2181.

Baby Moon: Prepared Childbirth Weekend

Seminar. 1-4:30 p.m. $168. Registration required.

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

Lexington Opera House: Broadway Live presents “Annie,” the beloved musical with unforgettable songs. 1 & 7:30 p.m. $30-$125. 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-3535.

Morning Point of Lexington: Learn to Square Dance lessons. 1-3:30 p.m. $50 per person for 20 lessons, first two lessons free. 233 Ruccio Way. Info: 361-1342.

Legacy All Sports: Saturday Night Open Gym. See Jan. 2.

Lexington Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Chess Mates, drop-in lessons and games.

2-4 p.m. Ages 8 & up. Tates Creek Branch: LEGO Time. 2-3 a.m. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

_______________ SUNDAY 11

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See Jan. 3.

Lexington Opera House: Broadway Live presents “Annie,” the beloved musical with unforgettable songs. 1 & 6:30 p.m. $30-$125. 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-3535.

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

Baby Moon: Natural Childbirth Class Series.

4:30-6:30 p.m. weekly through Feb. 7. $178.

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

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

_______________ MONDAY 11 Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Diabetes Support Group. 10-11 a.m. Free. Senior Citizens Center, 1530 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 288-2446.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Basics, a condensed version of the Breastfeeding Class. 2-3 p.m. $10 per couple, spouses are encouraged to attend.

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

Alzheimer’s Association: Memory Café, an informal social gathering for people with memory loss and their loved ones. 3-5 p.m. Episcopal Diocese of Lexington, 203 E. 4th St. Info: (800) 272-3900.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 4.

}}}

January 2016

| 37

January Calendar Lexington Public Library: Central Library: Babies Get Down(town). See Jan. 4. Eagle Creek Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump. See Jan. 4. Village Branch: Homework Help. 4-8 p.m. Grades K-12.

Info: 231-5500.

______________ TUESDAY 12 Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Fayette County Diabetes Coalition. 9-10 a.m. Open to anyone interested in enhancing diabetes awareness and education in the community.

AHEC Building, 498 Georgetown St. Info: 2882310. Health Chats About Diabetes. 6:15-7:30 p.m. Free. UK Polk Dalton Clinic, 217 Elm Tree Lane. Info: 288-2446. Yoga Class. 6:15-7:15 p.m. Free. Ages 18 & up. William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St. Info: 3896678.

Cut & Paste Craft Studio: Preschool Playspace.

See Jan. 5.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Super Sound.” See Jan. 5.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Jan. 5.

Carnegie Center: Upper Elementary Reading.

4:45-5:45 p.m. weekly through March 15.

Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. Upper Elementary Math. 5:45-7 p.m. weekly through March 15. Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Morning Point of Lexington: Learn to Square Dance lessons. See Jan. 5.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Jan. 5. Extreme Explorers: The Destruction of Pompeii. 4-5 p.m. Grades 2-5. Registration required. Paying for College 101. 6:30-7:30 p.m. For adults. Registration required. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime. See Jan. 5. Dragon Book Club, stories, games and crafts. 4-5 p.m. Grades 1-3. Registration required.

Northside Branch: Read! Play! Learn! See Jan. 5. Tates Creek Branch: Baby & Me. See Jan. 5. Village Branch: Dancefit! Presented by 4H Fayette County Coop Extension. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.

_____________ WEDNESDAY 13 Baby Moon: Mama & Baby Yoga. See Jan. 6. Ab Check: Birth Recovery. See Jan. 6.

Labor Workshop for Couples. 7-9:30 p.m.

Recommended for third trimester. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Suite 103. Info: www.baby-moon.org.

Cut & Paste Craft Studio: Preschool Playspace.

See Jan. 6.

Explorium: SMASH Club, “Grocery Store Bingo.”

See Jan. 6.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See 38 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Jan. 6.

Bluegrass Babywearing Group: 3 p.m. Free.

Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. facebook.com/groups/bluegrassbabywearers/.

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime, See Jan. 6.

Carnegie Center: Outstanding Writers League.

4:30-5:30 p.m. weekly through March 16. Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Breastfeeding Basics class. 5-7:30 p.m. Free class for expecting parents. Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2348.

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

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side by Side Storytime. See Jan. 6. Little Explorers. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Ages 3-5. Registration required. Central Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Jan. 6. I Survived Club: Titanic.

3:45-4:30 p.m. Ages 7-12. Registration required.

Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Jan. 6. Little Leonardo’s art activity time. 2-2:45 p.m. Ages 2-5. Reservations required. Positive Discipline: Discipline that Builds Self-Esteem.

6-7:30 p.m. For adults. Registration required.

Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Jan. 6. Village Branch: The Makery. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Info: 231-5500.

______________THURSDAY 14 Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Paintsicles.” See Jan. 7.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Jan. 7.

Carnegie Center: Lower Elementary Reading.

4:30-5:30 p.m. weekly through March 17.

Grades K-2. Free. Registration required. Lower Elementary Math. 5:30-6:30 p.m. weekly through March 17. Grades K-2. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Baby Steps, a class to help parents feel more secure taking care of a newborn. 6-9:30 p.m. $20 per couple. Registration required. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 7.

Lexington Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Time. See Jan. 7. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Jan. 7. Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See Jan. 7. Teen Space.

See Jan. 7. Stories by the Fire. 4-5 p.m. For families. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

_______________ FRIDAY 15 Alzheimer’s Association: The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease.

10-11 a.m. Registration required. Nicholasville Extension Office, 95 Park Dr. Info: (800) 2723900.

Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Waddle Like a Penguin.” See Jan. 1.

Legacy All Sports: Lunch Bunch Preschool Open Gym. See Jan. 15.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Home for the Holidays, Gallery Hop Reception. 5-8 p.m. Downtown Arts Center. Info: 425-2562. MLK Basketball Clinic and Craft Night. 6-8 p.m. For boys and girls. William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St. Info: 389-6678.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 8. Teen Night, 80’s costume and trivia contests, food and fun.

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

Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Jan. 8. Info: 231-5500.

______________SATURDAY 16

Kentucky Horse Park: KHJA Winter Schooling Show. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan 16 & 17. Info: www. khja.org. Snowbird Dressage show. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Events included in KHP admission, $12 adults, $6 ages 6-12, free for children 5 & under. Parking $5. Info: www.kentuckydressageassociation.com.

Lexington Farmer’s Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 241 West Main Street. Info: lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Weekend Childbirth Education Class, a condensed version of the 4-week Lamazebased class. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $30 per couple, light refreshments provided. Registration required.

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

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

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 2.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Junior Naturalist “Rocks & Fossils.” 10 a.m. Grades K-5. Free. Registration required. McConnell Springs. Info: 225-4073.

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See Jan. 2.

Diamond Rings & Pretty Things Bridal Show: Features wedding professionals with products and services for every category and price range.

11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission, donations of non-perishable food will be taken for God’s Pantry. Pre-registration encouraged. Alltech

January Calendar Arena, Kentucky Horse Park. Info: 913-9132 or www. lexingtonbridalshows.com.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Twig Mobile.” See Jan. 2. Imagination Station, “Let Freedom Ring.” See Jan. 2. Sketch Pad Discovery, “With My Own Two Hands.”

See Jan. 2.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kids Corner: Dewey Bob Craftapalooza. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. Kid’s Open Mic comedy hour with John Crissman. 2 p.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Morning Point of Lexington: Learn to Square Dance lessons. See Jan. 9.

Rupp Arena: Harlem Globetrotters. 7 p.m. $24.50$114.50. Info: 233-3535.

Legacy All Sports: Saturday Night Open Gym. See Jan. 2.

Lexington Opera House: Concert with the Stars, Broadway talent performs alongside local Broadway hopefuls for a one-night only performance. 8 p.m. $35$60. 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-3535.

___________________ SUNDAY 17 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See Jan. 3.

Triangle Park: Ice Skating. 1:30-9 p.m. Mon-Fri. $11 for 90 minutes, includes skate rental. Downtown Lexington. Info: 269-5681.

Carnegie Center: Teen Howl Poetry Workshop. 5 p.m. Free. Morris Book Shop, 882 E. High St. Info: 254-4175.

Cincinnati Zoo: Penguin Days. Half-prize admission to the zoo every day through March 11. 10 a.m-5 p.m.

3400 Vine St. Cincinnati. Info: (513) 281-4700.

__________________ _MONDAY 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Day FCPS: No School Div. of Parks & Rec: All administrative offices, community centers, Bell House Therapeutic Recreation and senior adult programs closed.

Lexington Convention Center: Martin Luther King Unity Breakfast. 6:30 a.m. $20. Heritage Hall. Info: www.lexingtonalpha.org.

Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom March: March begins at Heritage Hall at 10 a.m.

Explorium: No School Day Camp, “Electrify Your Mind.” 440 W Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 4.

__________________ TUESDAY 19 FCPS: No Preschool classes.

Cut & Paste Craft Studio: Preschool Playspace. See Jan. 5.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Sticker Mural.” See Jan. 5.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Jan. 5.

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

Registration required. PH Clinic South, 2433 Regency Rd. Info: 288-2446.

Morning Point of Lexington: Learn to Square Dance lessons. See Jan. 5.

Baby Moon: Breastfeeding Essentials I. 7:158:45 p.m. $30. Recommended for third trimester.

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

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Jan. 5. A History of Henry Clay in 25 Objects. 6:30-7:30 p.m. For adults. Registration required. Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime. See Jan. 5. Teen Advisory Board. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Grades 6-12.

Northside Branch: Read! Play! Learn! See Jan. 5.

Tates Creek Branch: Baby & Me. See Jan. 5. Info: 231-5500.

Lice Happens.

If it’s happening to you, the Nit Nanny knows what to do!

_______________ WEDNESDAY 20 Baby Moon: Mama & Baby Yoga. See Jan. 6. Ab Check: Birth Recovery. See Jan. 6.

Cut & Paste Craft Studio: Preschool Playspace. See Jan. 6.

Explorium: SMASH Club, “Static Electricity.” See Jan. 6.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Jan. 6.

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime.

See Jan. 6.

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

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side

by Side Storytime. See Jan. 6. Central Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Jan. 6. Hawaiian Luau Dance Party. 10-11 a.m. For all kids. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Jan. 6. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Jan. 6.

Village Branch: The Makery. See Jan. 13. Info: 2315500.

________________ THURSDAY 21 Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music: Star Wars …

The Music Party. 10-11 a.m. For active walkers- age 4. $14 per child. Registration required. Prenatal Yoga.

See Jan. 7. 2891 Richmond Rd. Suite 180. Info: www. baby-moon.org.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Community Art.” See Jan. 7.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Jan. 7.

Alzheimer’s Association: Dementia Conversationtips for having difficult conversations when someone

}}}

Out of Your Hair TM Lice & Nit Elimination Kit Safe • Non-Toxic • Effective

The Nit Nanny Offers: • In-home head lice elimination • Discreet arrival &

confidential service • All the essential tools & non- toxic products to eliminate lice • Seven years of experience • Guaranteed success

If you’re having a lice emergency, the best thing to do is call me NOW!

859.699.2655

thenitnanny.net January 2016

| 39

January Calendar shows signs of Alzheimer’s or dementia.

10:30-11:30 a.m. Registration required. Madison County Senior Center, 1215 W. Main St., Richmond. Info: (800) 272-3900.

MLK Vigil: Reflection and discussion. 5-8 p.m.

Courtyard of White Hall, UK Campus.

Carnegie Center: Spanish for Kids. 5:30-6:30 p.m. weekly through March 17. Grades 1-5. Free.

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

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Infant CPR class. 6-9 p.m. $20 per couple. Registration required, space is limited.

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

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

Lexington Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Time. See Jan. 7. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Jan. 7.

Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See Jan. 7. Teen Space. See Jan. 7. Info: 231-5500.

________________ FRIDAY 22 Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Musical Art.” See Jan. 1. Parents Night Out. $15 members, $18 non-members. Children must be potty-trained.

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

Legacy All Sports: Lunch Bunch Preschool Open Gym. See Jan. 15.

Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music Big Kids: Star Wars … The Music Party. 6-7 p.m. Ages 4-7. $14 per child. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Suite 180. Info: www.baby-moon. org.

LexDance: “Swing Shift” Couple/Contra Dance Festival. 6:45-11 p.m. See website for admission to events. ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. Info: 5525433 or www.swingshift.ltda.ws.

Lexington Opera House: Billy Gibbons and the BFG’s Perfectamundo Tour. 7:30 p.m. $65.50.

401 W. Short St. Info: 233-3535.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 8. Eagle Creek Branch: Pete the Cat Dance Party.

11-11:45 a.m. Ages 2-5. Reservations required.

Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless. See Jan. 8. Info: 231-5500.

______________ SATURDAY 23

UK College of Dentistry: Saturday Morning Children’s Clinic. Sign in begins at 7:30 a.m., clinic begins at 9 a.m. Ages 4-12. Free. 800 Rose 40 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

St. Info: www.ukasda.org/smc-English.

Kentucky Horse Park: USMGA Winter Wonderland I. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Jan. 12 & 24. Event included in KHP admission, $12 adults, $6 ages 6-12, free for children 5 & under. Parking $5.

Alltech Arena. Info: (502) 836-4589 or www. usmga.us.

Lexington Farmer’s Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 241 West Main Street. Info: lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

1:30-2:15 p.m. Ages 4 months-active walkers. $14 per child. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Suite 180. Info: www.baby-moon. org.

Lexington Children’s Theatre: “Puss in Boots.” An original adaptation of the story of the cleverest cat, told through music, rhyme and audience participation. 2 p.m. $18 adults, $15 children. Recommended for ages 4 & up. 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 2.

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

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

Div. of Parks & Rec: Weekend Workout, volunteer for maintenance projects. 10 a.m.

McConnell Springs. Info: 225-4073. Owl Prowl.

6 p.m. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 2726105.

______________ MONDAY 25

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See Jan. 2.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Snowman Meltdown.” See Jan. 2. Imagination Station, “Balance.” See Jan. 2. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Let It Snow.” See Jan. 2.

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

Morning Point of Lexington: Learn to Square Dance lessons. See Jan. 9.

NAWIC Block Kids Building Program: Children are supplied with materials and encouraged to use their imaginations to build a project related to the construction industry. Registration begins at 1 p.m., building begins at 1:30 p.m. RSVP required. Free. Newton’s Attic, 4974 Old Highway 60. Info: 629-8242.

LexDance: “Swing Shift” Couple/Contra Dance Festival. Dances, potluck and workshop. 2-11 p.m. See website for admission to events.

Russell Acton Folk Center, 212 Jefferson St., Berea. Info: 552-5433 or www.swingshift.ltda.ws.

Legacy All Sports: Saturday Night Open Gym. See Jan. 2.

Lexington Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Chess Mates, drop-in lessons and games. 10 a.m.-noon. Ages 8 & up. Northside Branch: LEGO Fun. 10 a.m.-noon. Grades 2-5. . Tates Creek Branch: LEGO Time. 2-3 a.m.

Ages 5 & up. Registration required. Info: 2315500.

______________ SUNDAY 24 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See Jan. 3.

Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music: Star Wars … The Music Party. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Active walkers-Age 4. Babies Star Wars Music Party.

La Leche League of Lexington: Monthly meeting. 9:30 a.m. Free. Centered Holistic Heath and Wellness Center, 309 N. Ashland Ave. Suite 180. Info: 559-8488.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Baby Steps, a class to help parents feel more secure taking care of a newborn. 6-9:30 p.m. $20 per couple. Registration required. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 4.

Div. of Parks & Rec: Artworks & Kiddie Kapers Classes resume. New courses accepting online registrations through Jan. 22. Walk-in registrations available after Jan. 2.. Info: 4252057.

Lexington Public Library: Central Library: Babies Get Down(town). See Jan. 4. Eagle Creek Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump. See Jan. 4. Village Branch: Homework Help. 4-8 p.m.

Grades K-12. Info: 231-5500.

______________ TUESDAY 26

Cut & Paste Craft Studio: Preschool Playspace.

See Jan. 5.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Perfectly Practical.”

See Jan. 5.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Jan. 5.

Lex-Fayette County Health Dept: Health Chats about Diabetes. 4-5 p.m. Free. Nathaniel Mission Free Clinic, 1109 Versailles Rd. Info: 288-2446.

Morning Point of Lexington: Learn to Square Dance lessons. See Jan. 5.

Baby Moon: Breastfeeding Essentials II, a follow up class to Breastfeeding Essentials I. 7:15-8:45 p.m. $28. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262 or www.baby-moon.org.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Bouncing Babies. See Jan. 5. Eagle Creek

January Calendar Branch: Babytime. See Jan. 5. Northside Branch: Read! Play! Learn! See Jan. 5. Tates Creek Branch: Baby & Me. See Jan. 5. Village Branch: Snow Day, indoor snowball fight, snow painting and more. 4-5 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

____________ WEDNESDAY 27 Baby Moon: Mama & Baby Yoga. See Jan. 6.

Ab Check: Birth Recovery. See Jan. 6.

Cut & Paste Craft Studio: Preschool Playspace.

See Jan. 6.

Explorium: SMASH Club, “Fingerprint Caterpillars.” See Jan. 6.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Jan. 6.

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime, See Jan. 6.

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

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Side by Side Storytime. See Jan. 6. Art Start.

1:30-2:30 p.m. Ages 3-5. Registration required.

Central Branch: The Young and the Restless.

See Jan. 6. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Jan. 6. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. See Jan. 6. Village Branch: The Makery. See Jan. 13. Info: 2315500.

_____________ THURSDAY 28 Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “DIY Paintbrushes.”

See Jan. 7.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Jan. 7.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East:

BROADWAY

Subutex: Learning to Cope class. 10-11 a.m.

Free. Recommended for 23-25 weeks gestation.

Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Infant CPR class. 6-9 p.m. $20 per couple. Registration required, space is limited.

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

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 7.

Lexington Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Time. See Jan. 7. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. See Jan. 7.

Village Branch: Big and Little Storytime. See Jan. 7. Teen Space. See Jan. 7. Info: 231-5500.

______________ FRIDAY 29 Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Ms. Kalli Says.” See Jan. 1.

Legacy All Sports: Lunch Bunch Preschool Open Gym. See Jan. 15.

Rupp Arena: Brantley Gilbert Black Out Tour with Michael Ray and Canaan Smith. 7 p.m. $34.75-$39.75. Info: 233-3535.

Lexington Opera House: Black Jacket Symphony performing Journey’s “Escape.” 8 p.m. $30-$35. 401 W. Short St. Info: 233-3535.

Explorium: Night at the Museum, exhibits and activities for adults. $50 per person. 440 W Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 8. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless.

See Jan. 8. Info: 231-5500.

_____________ SATURDAY 30 Lexington Farmer’s Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 241 West Main Street. Info: lexingtonfarmersmarket. com.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 2.

Wild Fig Books and Coffee: Children’s Storytime. See Jan. 2.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Shadows and Electricity.” See Jan. 2. Imagination Station, “Groundhog Games.” See Jan. 2. Sketch Pad Discovery, “Sponge Painting.” See Jan. 2.

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

Morning Point of Lexington: Learn to Square Dance lessons. See Jan. 2.

Legacy All Sports: Saturday Night Open Gym. See Jan. 2.

Lexington Children’s Theatre: “Puss in Boots.” An original adaptation of the story of the cleverest cat, told through music, rhyme and audience participation. 2 & 7 p.m. $18 adults, $15 children. Recommended for ages 4 & up.

418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546.

Rupp Arena: Janet Jackson Unbreakable World Tour. 8 p.m. $55-$135. Info: 233-3535.

_______________ SUNDAY 31 Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See Jan. 3.

Explorium: Sketch Pad Discovery, “Sponge Painting.” See Jan. 2.

Lexington Children’s Theatre: “Puss in Boots.” An original adaptation of the story of the cleverest cat, told through music, rhyme and audience participation. 2 p.m. $18 adults, $15 children. Recommended for ages 4 & up. 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546.

Cincinnati Zoo: Penguin Days. Half-prize admission to the zoo every day through March 11. 10 a.m-5 p.m. 3400 Vine St. Cincinnati. Info: (513) 281-4700. Y

AGES 2 - ADULTS

REGISTER TODAY!!!

Baptist Church

+ Preschool & Mom’s Day Out Now Enrolling For Fall. + Classes Available for 2, 3, and 4 year olds

276-2592

2500 Harrodsburg Rd.

broadwaybaptistchurch.org

Bluegrass

Youth Ballet ...No Dream is Too BIG!

www.bluegrassyouthballet.org

859.271.4472 January 2016

| 41

Claire Is No Run Of the Mill Student

W

Claire Wilhite SCHOOL: Lexington Catholic High GRADE: 12 SPORT: Soccer ACADEMICS: Claire has a 4.0 unweighted GPA, has taken five A.P. classes and scored 31 on the ACT. PARENTS: Elaine & David

hen Claire Wilhite of Lexington Catholic was born, she didn’t hit the ground running, it just seemed that way.

Born into a family of runners, Claire has competed in 5Ks for as long as she can remember.

Her mother and father are dedicated runners, and her two older brothers came of age while competing in 5Ks with mom and dad.

Claire did the same and also followed her brothers into another family sport – soccer. Both brothers played, and her father, David, took up the sport right after high school.

Claire has played since she was 4 and just capped her high school career by helping Lexington Catholic to a schoolrecord 24-win season.

The Lady Knights advanced to the State final where they lost a 1-0 heartbreaker to Sacred Heart.

A 5-foot-11, 145-pound defender with the best throw-in around, Claire was named the team’s most versatile player as a junior and earned AllDistrict and All-Regional recognition as a senior.

Her two favorite memories are the team’s run to the State final this year and winning Lexington Catholic’s Challenge Cup title last year.

While gratifying, those accomplishments take a back seat to Claire’s work in the classroom.

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

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

42 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

She’s a straight-A student with a 4.0 GPA and has taken five A.P. classes. She has realized one goal by matching her father’s score on the ACT – 31.

She is a first team Academic All-State selection and has the team’s highest GPA. She maintains high grades despite numerous extracurricular activities and working a job at Panera that has her up on weekends before dawn.

“She’s a real night owl,” her mother Elaine said. “She will stay up as late as she needs to get her work done.

“She’s organized, a self-starter, selfmotivated and competitive.”

Claire is a National Honor Society and Beta Club member, treasurer of the school service club, and coached second and third graders to two Battle of the Books championships.

A painter who also works in ceramics, she has a heart for service. Claire has taken mission trips to Eastern Kentucky and Grenada.

“Being able to help people is gratifying, and you get a sense of joy when you’re working with them,” she said.

About the only thing Claire hasn’t done is run on the school track team – odd given her family’s avocation.

But she’s fixing that. She plans to run the hurdles this season.

More hurdles? That should be no problem for Claire. Y

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

223-1765 john@lexingtonfamily.com

ASBURY UNIVERSITY presents:

Educator of the Month January 2016

SARAH LEAVELL W hen it comes to meeting the needs of their students, dedicated teachers do whatever it takes — even if that means becoming effective grant writers.

That was the case for Sarah Leavell, a Reading Recovery and Reading Intervention teacher at Julius Marks Elementary.

A first-grade teacher for the first 10 of her 13-year career, Leavell witnessed a spike in the remedial needs of her students as the demographics of the school changed. At Julius Marks, four of five students are on free or reduced lunch, and many of those students had reading problems.

“I knew I needed more intense training to help those students improve their reading quickly,” Leavell said.

So she wrote an “i3” (Investing in Innovation) grant to fund six hours of graduate school training. She won the grant and for a year drove

to Madison County once a week for four hours of instruction.

That qualified her as a reading interventionist and she worked with small groups of first graders. She realized they still needed more.

So, she wrote another grant — a state Read to Achieve grant that would fund her salary at the school as a Reading Recovery teacher.

Leavell won this highly competitive grant, too, and got to work with the lowest performing first graders in the school.

“To get the grant was a huge victory and cause for celebration,” she said.

In one-on-one, 30-minute sessions with four students, Leavell transforms the children into gradelevel readers in 20 weeks or sooner.

The process starts with “roaming,” a 10-day period in which Leavell learns about student interests. Once identified, she creates a curriculum that embraces those interests.

Nominations

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

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

Leavell finds that animals are a favorite topic — from ninja turtles to cats to green gorillas (yes, green gorillas. Go with the flow).

The program works so well in part because professional development includes monthly sessions where colleagues observe each other teaching and offer feedback.

“I love the way she teaches,” Principal Lynn Poe said. “She doesn’t settle. She sets the bar high, and she’s blessed with a big heart.”

Blessed with a big heart… and also a wonderful job.

“It’s the most rewarding feeling,” Leavell said about the one-on-one work with students. “You become their friend, and you have created an experience with the child that both of us will never forget.”

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

Earn Your Masters Degree Online at Asbury University Asbury University offers multiple avenues for teachers of all grade levels to earn a masters degree online. To find out more, visit asbury.edu/education or call (859) 858-3511, x2502!

Visit asbury.edu/education or January 2016 | 43 call (859) 858-3511, x2502

RIGHT FRAMES + RIGHT PRICE +

RIGHT EYECARE

= AWESOME!

more than 1200 Ophthalmic Frames • 500 Kids Frames • 350 Pairs of Sunglasses

104 Fairfield Dr. • Nicholasville, KY 859-887-2441 • dittoandmusick.com 44 | www.lexingtonfamily.com