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Publisher/Creative Director Jason Tanner jason@tannerwest.com
from the editor
It seems like every year I say the same thing… I can’t believe another
year has gone by. The 365 days of 2014 brought a lot of happiness to the Sorce family. We vacationed with family at the beach, Avery started school and had a blast at her third birthday, Jeff started a new job at Estes Elementary School, and probably most exciting, we found out we were having a baby. Despite all of those great things, I still feel obligated to make some New Year’s resolutions. It’s just what you do this time of year, and heaven knows there are a lot of things I need to work on. Resolutions that I seem to make every year quickly come to mind-- I will keep my house cleaner, I will be more organized, I will eat healthier. While I may try to run the vacuum more often or choose a glass of water over a soda at dinnertime, there is one resolution that I plan to keep this year. I want to embrace more of what it means to be from Owensboro. I want to make it a priority to make it to community events that are organized for families like mine. I want to choose to shop local and support the business owners of this town. I want to take my daughter (and soon to arrive son) downtown more often to enjoy the park. I want to see a Broadway play at RiverPark Center, listen to bluegrass at ROMP, enjoy Friday After 5, finally try the food at Lure. I love being from Owensboro and raising my children in this community. It is stories like this issue’s road to state championship for OHS and the Distinguished Teacher Award that remind me just how great this small town truly is. And every time I open Facebook on my phone, Owensboro Living has posted a story that makes me proud to be from The Boro.
So what will your New Year’s resolution be? We have included a special
section in this issue – Add More Smiles to 2015 – where we offer tips on being healthier as a family, better managing your time, and focusing on the joy of parenthood. I encourage you to figure out what you will most benefit from this year, make a goal, but be flexible with yourself. We at Owensboro Parent hope you had a wonderful 2014 and may 2015 be even better for you and your family. Happy New Year!
Editor Ashley Sorce ashley@owensboroparent.com Advertising Sales Robert Williams robert@owensboroparent.com Graphic Designers Taylor West taylor@tannerwest.com Andrea Roberson andrea@tannerwest.com Contributors Christina Dalton Danny May Dr. Shanna McGinnis Melody Ann Wallace Lora Wimsatt Printing Greenwell Chisholm Owensboro, Kentucky Contact Information Owensboro Parent Magazine PO Box 23237 Owensboro, KY 42304 (270) 314-5240 www.owensboroparent.com facebook.com/owensboroparent twitter.com/owensboroparent issuu.com/owensboroparent Subscribe Delivery of Owensboro Parent is available by visiting owensboroparent.com/subscribe Advertise Owensboro Parent is a FREE magazine because of community support. Thank you to the great group of businesses & organizations who advertise with us. If you want to contribute to the success of our magazine, we would love to hear from you and will work to develop an advertising partnership that will not only benefit you, but also the parents of Owensboro. Cover Kid Wyatt Gatton, son of Brent and Kim Gatton.
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{ by: lora wimsatt }
the magic
ingredient I
t seems odd to me now, but somehow when I was a child reading “The Bobbsey Twins: Merry Days Indoors and Out,” it never occurred to me that the book had been written in another era. Not even with the mention of the servants driving the sleigh, or of going to the country to gather eggs, nor of hopelessly antiquated notions such as the passage when a child fainted while jumping rope, and the father noted “he had heard of more than one little girl dying from too much jumping.” I was intrigued, however, with what even then seemed such quaint practices as the children gathering around the table (in
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the sitting room, whatever that was), cutting out lacy designs from colored tissue paper and pictures from magazines to make valentines. I read with interest of how the children went out in the evening and left valentines on the piazzas of their friends’ homes. I had no idea what a piazza was – even now I can only guess that it is a porch – but it seemed a charming tradition and I wondered why nobody does that anymore. Valentine’s Day for me as a little child meant cutting out hearts from red construction paper and dropping them, one by one, into small white paper bags we had made earlier in the
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week, one for each of my classmates. When I got a little older, the tradition evolved into buying pre-made valentines. I always tried to find a set with puppies. By the time I was grown up and buying valentines for my own children to exchange at school, the whole process had gone mercenary and the only options were various characters from movie or television cartoons, with cheesy messages already printed on them, such as a fairytale princess saying, “Valentine, you deserve the royal treatment!” or a Power Ranger blazing through a graphic of “Ultimate Valentine Power!” But they were cheap, the kids liked them and I had bigger issues to deal with, like laundry and getting supper on the table and making beds and overseeing homework and letting the dog in, or out, or whichever way he needed to go. So that was that, but this is now. And now I’ve got grandchildren, and have lived a few more years in which to accumulate wisdom – or maybe I’ve just gotten fed up with the commercialization of the whole wide world. So I’ll sweetly suggest to my daughter that perhaps
she would like me to take over responsibility of helping my grandgirl with her valentines this year. After all, my daughter has her hands full with laundry and getting supper on the table and making beds … I don’t have a sitting room, but I do have a table in the kitchen. I don’t have colored tissue, but I do have construction paper. I don’t have paste but I do have good old reliable Elmer’s Glue-All. I know how to fold red paper in half and cut out the shape into a perfect heart. I know how to trim white paper so it looks like lace. I know how to pleat and ruffle and scrunch and tuck all kinds of pretty patterns and designs. So this year will be my granddaughter’s first real introduction to Valentine’s Day. Our celebration may not be as nostalgic as that of the Bobbsey Twins. It may not be as slick as my children’s were. But we will have the magic ingredient that this special day is all about, and that, of course, is love. OP
Lora Wimsatt is a mother, grandmother and writer. She enjoys the everyday blessings and adventures of life, especially her family.
try this!
here are some fun ideas for your very own special valentine’s day crafts.
heart marks the spot
super valentine
Supplies: Paint swatches Heart shaped paper punch Circular hole punch Ribbon
Supplies: Colored Paper Scissors Lollipops Tape
Directions: Using paint swatches you picked up from your local hardware store, use a heart shaped paper punch to decorate as you would like. Let your kids get creative! Then use a traditional hole punch on the top to cut a hole for the ribbon. Decorate with fun ribbon to make a festive bookmark. These would make great Valentine’s gifts for your kids to make!
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Directions: Cut out a cape-like shape using scissors and colored paper. Let your little one pick the color themes! For extra effect, use pinking shears at the bottom of the cape. Then cut a hole or use a hole punch at the top of the cape to place the lollipop. Decorate the cape as you would like, but we suggest the phrase “Have a SUPER Valentine’s Day” or “You’re a SUPER friend!”
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{ Q&A with christina dalton,
M S S W, C S W
parental
control Q: I don’t ask my kids to do a bunch of stuff. They have lots of homework and they are involved in sports. The only thing I ask them to do is keep their rooms cleaned and put their clothes in the hamper. It doesn’t happen. I’ve yelled, taken things away and grounded them. They do not care. Any ideas?
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A: You are not asking them to do
up a lot lately because Kelly Ripa
much and they should at least be
said, “I’m not my child’s friend,
able to put the clothes in the hamper,
I’m her mom.” And it caused a lot
especially since you are doing the
of people to think that this was a
laundry. I had a parent a while back
rather harsh statement. I personally
that had this problem. She said,
agree with you. I mean most parents
“I wash the clothes that make it in the hamper.” Well the clothes didn’t make it in the hamper. She took those clothes and put them back in their drawers dirty and wrinkled. And one day her daughter needed her cheer outfit and it was rank
want their kids to like them. That is normal. But it’s those parents that put this notion aside and look at the bigger picture that I find are more successful in the parenting department. Being a parent is a job and one should look at it as it is my job to teach this person to be a good
smelling. She freaked out on her
person and prepare them for how to
mom and the mom said, “I wash the
live in the real world. Life is a series
clothes that make it in the hamper.”
of problems and it is our job to teach
After that the clothes made it in the
our child how to solve problems.
hamper!
Show them. Be that role model every chance you get. Of course we want to
Q: I have three kids ranging in age
fix everything but that isn’t realistic.
from 6 to 14 and I worry sometimes
As long as you are still having fun
because I don’t feel like I parent
while doing all of this I think you
like most other people. I don’t
are on the right track, so don’t doubt
push my kids to be in every sport.
yourself.
I don’t give in when things get too hard. And I don’t really care if I am “friends” with my children. I am their parent. I feel like a minority on these issues. Am I? A:
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I love this question! And
Q: My 12-year-old daughter has had some issues with bullying at her school. I don’t want to tell her the wrong way to handle this. I don’t think that it is anything terribly
yes, I do think you are probably
serious yet, but I want to address it
in the minority but it’s a good
before it comes to that. It has to do
minority if you are asking my
with other girls being mean to her. I
opinion. This question has come
would appreciate any advice.
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A: I recently attended a training
very important for our children to
bring it to the school’s attention or talk
on bullying and it had some great
have at least one good friend, a couple
to the guidance counselor, teacher or
information in it. I have been to several
would be better, but at least one
someone you trust there and let them
trainings on bullying, but it had been
friend. This would reduce the risk that
know. Boy bullying is usually fighting
awhile and I think it’s something
they would be bullied. And the biggest
and name calling, but girl bullying is a
we all need to refresh ourselves on
piece of advice was that in order to end
whole other animal. When girls bully
because it is happening every day. I
the cycle of bullying we must teach
they are manipulative, sneaky, they
think one of the first pieces of advice
our children to point it out and say,
will have other girls leave that person
we want to give to our children is to
“We don’t do that in our school.” As
out socially and all other sorts of
defend themselves. In this training, the
for your daughter, I think it would be
terrible acts that can affect a child on
presenter said it can be very dangerous
good if she pointed it out and called it
an emotional level. I hope this helps.
and we should never tell our kids to
bullying and if she had other people
fight. He gave several examples where
to back her up as well. I do think
this did not work out and the children
that bullying should be taken very
were badly hurt. He said that it was
seriously and I would not be afraid to
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Christina Dalton, MSSW, CSW is the Family Resource Center Coordinator for Daviess County Public Schools.
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he confetti has settled and a new year is upon us. For many adults, a new year means new resolutions - a time to start good habits and quit bad ones. This year, include the kids and help them create a list of resolutions of their own. Make sure to keep their commitments ageappropriate and practical. In this article, there are some suggestions for a few resolutions you and your kids can accomplish together. Resolution 1 – Brush your teeth twice daily. This routine should start as soon as your child gets their first tooth. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), 10% of two-year olds and nearly 30% of three-year olds have one or more cavities. In order to prevent dental problems, your child should see a dentist no later than their first birthday. It is recommended that kids use fluoride toothpaste, but only a tiny smear until age 3 when they are able to rinse and spit. They should visit the dentist twice per year for check-ups. Caring for primary teeth is of utmost importance even though they will eventually be replaced by permanent teeth because decay in primary teeth can affect permanent teeth.
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Resolution 2 – Drink primarily water and low-fat or skim milk. This resolution has several benefits. The most obvious is that eliminating soda, fruit juices, and sugary drinks will help cut “empty” calories and caffeine from the diet. Additionally, it will cut several dollars off your grocery and restaurant bills. Some parents are confused when I recommend limiting juices, even those containing 100% juice. In moderation, juice is okay for children over 1 year; however; juice does not have nutritional benefits over whole fruits.
Instead of a glass of apple juice or
orange juice, it is more beneficial to eat a whole apple or orange. They contain more fiber and make tummies feel fuller than a beverage. From a practical standpoint, when kids spill their drinks at the table, there are no stains and no sticky messes with water.
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family life Resolution 3 – Wear a helmet while biking or skateboarding. Many children and their parents fail to appreciate the severity of injury, or even death, that can result from an accident on a bicycle or skateboard. Many of these injuries and deaths are preventable. To confirm that your child is wearing a safe helmet, look for the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) label. These helmets meet a certain safety standard to ensure your child’s protection. Although purchasing a used bike is okay, do not purchase a second-hand helmet. Like car seats, if the helmet has been in a previous collision, the safety of the helmet may be compromised. Many children own a helmet, but fail to wear it consistently. Parents, be firm and enforce a 100% compliance rate with helmet use. Resolution 4 – Limit media to no more than 2 hours per day. Media includes television, computers (not including computer use for homework), tablets, video games, and yes, smartphones. Attempting to limit media to just 2 hours per day may cause an uproar in some homes. Nothing can induce a temper tantrum in the McGinnis house like mommy turning off the TV. Try to put a positive spin on limiting media time by filling those extra hours with other fun activities like sports, hobbies, and volunteering. In addition, parents can use media as a reward for completing chores. Create a system where your children have to earn their media time, i.e. 30 minutes in exchange for washing the dishes or doing a load of laundry. Also, try to make the most of the time they have by recording shows so you can fast forward through commercials. On weekends and holidays, treat them to a little extra media time when they do a good job. Resolution 5 – Do not text while driving. It has always been difficult for parents to allow teenagers the responsibility and privilege of driving a vehicle. These days, it is even more difficult knowing that young drivers face the temptation to text while driving. One of the most important things parents can do for their children is model good behaviors and abstain from this practice themselves. An additional tool is the Parent-Teen Driving Agreement found at healtychildren.org. It is a contract that outlines the expectations parents have for their teens and the penalties associated with a violation of the contract. Finally, most smartphones have apps that will automatically respond to phone calls and text messages with a “can’t respond, I’m driving” message. This may help alleviate the temptation to reply. This list includes just a few ideas of resolutions your family can make and keep together. Take some time to discuss other healthy pledges your children can start this year. Help to keep them accountable and reward them for their successes. OP
Dr. Shanna McGinnis is a pediatrician at the Owensboro Health Pediatric Center. She is also the mother of 3 children.
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big hearts { by: melody ann wallace }
Winter is typically the season for demonstrating generosity, giving gifts, and serving others. This holiday season, several area businesses, predominantly those in Wesleyan Park Plaza, came together in an effort to recognize some of our community’s most dedicated individuals. When the managers of these businesses were trying to decide who they wanted to bless this year, one of the first thoughts that came to mind was, “Do teachers really get rewarded outside of the classroom?” They all agreed that teachers do so much good in the community that there was a need for them to be recognized.
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It was in that moment that the idea was created to establish the first annual Distinguished Teacher award. The Park Plaza businesses overwhelmingly felt that “teachers are so focused on everyone else, they may not take time for themselves.” This feeling led to the creation of a very generous gift basket, valued at over $1,400. Filled with gift certificates and lavish items from jewelry, beauty, and clothing to food, art, and fitness, these gifts were selected to help the lucky winner feel loved and appreciated, from the inside out. With the hopes that this may become an annual contest, the businesses advertised on social media and sent emails to city and county schools in order to spread the word. Unsure what to expect from this first effort, the contest coordinators were pleasantly overwhelmed with close to 180 entries. The hardest part, they said, was trying to narrow them down. They received nominations for male and female educators, with some entries from former students, who were so inspired by the teachers in their lives that they became educators themselves. There were
also entries submitted from administrators, co-workers, sons, daughters, husbands and wives, all in an effort to recognize a teacher that had impacted their lives. After several shed tears, and a lot of heartfelt deliberation, the entries were eventually narrowed down to twenty, then seven, and then finally two. Although the original intent of the contest was to choose one winner, the final two were deemed such deserving candidates, that a grand prize winner and runner-up were established. The determining factor in this case was that the grand prize winner received two separate nominations. The grand prize winner, as described in the entry submitted by her husband Josh, “is a tremendous woman of faith” and “one of the most selfless, compassionate, giving people I know.” Laura Murphy has been teaching eighth grade language arts and coaching the Daviess County Middle School Pantherettes Dance Team for the last six years. Her husband says that she is someone that “sees the good in everybody” and is “drawn to kids that
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they could have, with her never-ending supply of energy and enthusiasm, as well as her desire to make every student feel that they are valuable and worthy of success.” Mrs. Murphy’s plate remains full outside of the classroom as well. This mother of two young children under the age of six also serves in leadership positions in her church nursery and youth group, is currently completing her Rank I certification, as well as, training for her second half-marathon. Laura is also writing a personal memoir in hopes of inspiring others with her story. According to her husband’s words and the results of the submissions, it appears as if she already has, “With a plate as full as hers, I just wanted to inspire her the way she constantly inspires me…Most of all, I want to see her get the recognition that she deserves for doing a job that she loves to do.” others may count out as a lost cause.” Mrs. Murphy not only pours her heart into her teaching, but servers as a sponsor for several other extra-curricular activities as well. As written in her nomination, “Laura is the type of teacher every student wishes
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The runner-up was described by her daughter as “one of the
hardest working people I know,” that, “after 25 years, still has the same enthusiasm as she did with her first day of school.” When Kim Montgomery wrote in about her mother Janie, a twenty-five year veteran teacher at Owensboro Middle School 5/6 Center,
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the words truly flowed from the heart. Her mother, who Kim
for making a difference that influenced my sister to become
feels “was born to be an educator,” is the type of educator that
an educator” as well. Janie Montgomery is without a doubt, in
sees beyond herself in order to do what is in the best interest of
her daughter Kim’s words, “an inspiration and nothing short of
her students. Janie has overcome the loss of her husband, and,
amazing.”
most recently, a heart attack, yet, “her spirit never waivers for
On Monday, December 15th, with family and co-workers
her job.” Over her teaching career Mrs. Montgomery has always
in attendance, both teachers were surprised at their schools
put her students’ needs first, by going as far as meeting parents
with an assortment of gifts from the participating businesses,
in locations that were convenient for them, in order to discuss
as well as a beautiful printed certificate acknowledging their
how to best help their children. Even if it involved meeting
achievement. The ladies were overwhelmed with the outpouring
at homeless shelters and hotels, Janie made arrangements in
of appreciation that they each received. After having the
order to establish a relationship with these parents and help her
opportunity to meet and reward these amazing educators, the
students to be successful. Janie has also gone above and beyond
Wesleyan Park Plaza businesses look forward to joining together
the call of duty in ensuring that her students had the best care
again next year to show their appreciation for the teachers that
and home life possible, even if it meant making a phone call to
touch our community.
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a family member to arrange for foster care. In this way, Janie found foster care for three young girls, with one receiving a permanent home. Kim feels that it was her mother’s “passion
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Melody Ann Wallace is a teacher at DCMS who finds new blessings each day in her roles as teacher, wife, mom, and step-mom.
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The following businesses are responsible for contributing towards the generous gifts that the Distinguished Teachers received:
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Pure Barre Lance & Company Jewelers Oasis Tanning Salon Excursions Face Forward Legends Bakers Rack Studio Slant Mirko The Earle Welborn’s Floral Company
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road to the championship Down by three. Six seconds left. Sixty yards to the end zone. You’ll never hear OHS football coach Joe Prince call
the miracle play that sent his team to the Class 4A State
that told me this game wasn’t over. I can’t explain why, but I
Championship game (and earned a spot on the ESPN Top 10
believed something was going to happen,” Locher said.
Plays and a mention in USA Today) a “Hail Mary” pass. He
calls it the “Our Father” pass, because, as he puts it: “We go
you experience once in a lifetime. It will be local legend for
straight to the top when we ask favors.”
generations to come. But for the 2014 OHS football squad, it was
The play called was “verticals,” sending four receivers
actually just one play in a season full of spectacular highlights
straight down the field. It was quarterback Nick Locher’s
and gut-check moments that lead to the state championship
adjustment to make it a three-by-one formation to get all the
game at WKU’s Houchens L.T. Smith Stadium.
receivers on the same side of the field. The last thing Coach
Prince said to Locher was, “Hey Nick, just throw it up there.
into that “Our Father” pass. The sidelines went wild. The
You gotta make something happen.”
stands erupted. But the coaches on top of the press box all took
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Of course that’s just what he did. “There was something
The result was absolute pandemonium - the kind of moment
Truth be told, there actually was a lot of prayer that went
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a knee. Assistant Coach Todd Houston recalled, “We were
extra step and make it to the state championship.”
all jumping around and hugging anyway, so we all just
They did exactly that.
knelt and prayed in thanksgiving right then and there.”
goal was to play all 15 games and make it all the way to the
“I immediately dropped to one knee and said a prayer
No other team cut their season short this year. Their
to the Lord and thanked Him for blessing us. Because
state championship game - and they did it.
there’s no other way you can explain it,” Coach Prince
As a school with a storied tradition, including four
said. Arius Phillips was praying before the pass was even
state championships (1917, 1974, 1983, 1986), a long line
caught. “As soon as Nick let it go, I turned my head. ‘Please
of former players who went on to play in the NFL, and
God, please God, please God!’ Then I turned my head
a coach who was named 2013 Kentucky Football Coaches
back just in time to see it all happen.”
Association Class 4A “Coach of the Year,” OHS is a
Yes, it was exciting. But what the headlines won’t tell
perennial powerhouse. Which means every Friday night
you is that moment does not define this team. Losing in
they’ve got to be on their game because the other team will
the state championship game also does not define this
be bringing their best. This year’s team proved time and
team, because the 2014 Red Devils rose to a rarely found
again they were up to the challenge of each opponent – and
higher level by truly becoming a family of one heart and
the challenge of living up to their rich tradition.
one mind, completely focused on a single goal.
What made this team special?
coaching staff, part of the reason is they were very
“If you look back, each of the last five years we made
According to the
one extra step,” said Prince. “We lost in the first round,
coachable and took constructive criticism well.
then we lost in the second round, then we lost in the third
watching game film to critical moments in practice, these
round, last year we lost in the semifinals. So this year, this
players welcomed teachable moments, worked at them in
team set a goal at the beginning of the season to take it that
practice, and got better each week.
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Another defining mark about this team is how “deep” they
perfect example. He made a key tackle just before halftime in
were, meaning there were different big play makers in critical
the Madisonville playoff game that kept them from scoring and
moments throughout the season. Yes, Nick Locher is a Division
turned the momentum of the game. Another is Gabe Fillman,
1 quarterback (he is committed to BYU), and KiShawn Walker
who caught and fell on the onside kick that set up the miracle
scored on the Our Father pass, but there were also players making
play at Oldham County.
crucial plays that didn’t make headlines. Michael Johnson is a
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“It was so neat to see these guys progress each week,” said
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assistant coach Todd Houston. “We were a better team in week 15 for the championship game than we were in week one, and that’s because they had such a desire to get better.” Admittedly, there is a little bit of luck involved in getting to the championship game, like the miracle play we just mentioned. But this team was only in the position to win that game because of the hard work that allowed them to be in that situation deep in the postseason. “I can tell you that this group of guys worked for everything they got this year and I’m so proud of them because they aspired to be great. And that’s what they were this year,” Houston said. “What people don’t realize is this season started last January in the weight room,” Coach Prince said. “Every day, starting from back at the first workout, I reminded them that today is an opportunity to get better. Our kids wanted to be in that state championship. They set that as a team goal for this year from the very beginning and they did it. Our leadership was very, very good this year and I think that also is what separated this team.” It was that strong leadership that carried through even after the championship game. “I told the kids that win or lose, this doesn’t define us. We define ourselves the rest of our lives,” Prince explained. “So win or lose, we’re gonna celebrate. We’re going to win and celebrate with class, or we’re going to lose with class. Either way, it has been a great year.” True to form, when the game was over, OHS walked over, shook the winner’s hands, accepted the runner-up trophy, and then went to the locker room. There may have been tears, but they walked out with their heads held high. “I’m really blessed to have been around these guys. I am so proud of this team because of the class they showed, even in defeat. The way they acted, the way they
the regular season
Owensboro finished the regular season with nine wins and two
losses. Those two losses were each pivotal points. After beating the other teams in town, OHS squared off against Bowling Green, who also has a strong tradition. “That game was a great test for us to see how we stacked up against some of the better teams in the state,” Assistant Coach Todd Houston said. OHS lost by a single touchdown, but that level of competition was good preparation for stronger teams to come. The only other loss came toward the end of the season, when OHS faced Henderson County. “Henderson was a great wake up call for us,” Coach Prince admitted. “We had gotten a little distracted, but after Henderson we got our focus back and got back to work.”
the post season
In Round One, OHS easily defeated Breckenridge County 49-0.
Round two was a back and forth game with Warren East until the Red Devils finally broke it open late.
The Regional Championship game was a thrilling come from behind
victory against Madisonville-North Hopkins. Madisonville came out ready to play and put the Red Devils down by 21 at halftime, but Nick Locher and company came back strong in the second half, scoring right away, recovering an on-side kick, converting a fake punt, defending a fourth-and-goal stand, eventually tying the game, and finally taking the lead with a two point conversion to win 29-28.
The State Semifinal game against North Oldham was another hard
fought, back and forth game. North Oldham appeared to have the game won when they hit a 32 yard field goal with 6 seconds remaining. With time for only one more play, Locher heaved the ball down the right sideline. The ball was tipped by a North Oldham defensive back and then tipped into the air by Jahlil Barrett over another North Oldham defender, finally landing in the arms of KiShawn Walker, who outran four other North Oldham players to the end zone, setting off a wild celebration and sending OHS to the 4-A KHSAA State Championship!
The play went viral on OwensboroLiving.com (with over 10,000
views) and other websites and eventually caught the attention of ESPN, earning a spot on the SportsCenter “Top 10 Plays.”
4A state championship game: fort thomas highlands
Unfortunately, it didn’t turn out in the Red Devil’s favor, but the 4A
state championship game was a hard fought, high scoring game in front of a large crowd at Houchens L.T. Smith Stadium at WKU’s campus. The student section was huge and the Owensboro crowd was in full support.
Getting to the state championship game takes dedicated players,
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believed in each other, the way they treated each other, the way they forgot all the differences that can hold some people apart is truly amazing,” Prince said. “They are tight with each other, on and off the field” And that’s the other thing the headlines don’t tell you: how diverse this team is, and how close they became. In a society that is rioting over race relations in St. Louis and New York and other communities around the country, these 65 kids from Owensboro – white, black, Hispanic, well-off, less fortunate, and everything in between – truly became like family, united by a common purpose. No, this season wasn’t just about a miracle play. It was about transcending those lines, relying on each other, achieving a goal, and living a dream. To OHS fans, and our entire city, this team will always be winners. OP
Danny May is a husband and father of two boys (4 and 5). He is the Director of Family Life at Lourdes Catholic Church and a regular contributor to Owensboro Parent Magazine.
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No-Fuss family fitness
Are your kids always running around? Now is the time to take advantage of their energy and talk with them about the benefits of lifelong fitness and good nutrition. Help your children develop positive attitudes toward healthy lifestyles now, and they’ll be more likely to carry healthy habits with them into adulthood. Getting Started: Identify Different Types Of Fun Physical Activities According to the document 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, children and adults should engage in physical activities for 60 minutes each day. This is especially important for young children and adolescents--to ensure they continue to build strong bones and muscles. 36 OWENSBORO PARENT
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Try activities such as jumping rope and dancing to keep your family excited about exercise. Every family is different so work with yours to create a list of physical activities everyone enjoys doing together, then brainstorm a list of new activities to try, such as bicycling, gardening, hiking, or kicking a soccer ball in the park. As your family thinks of new activities, keep adding them to the list.
Decide When to Play Together Choose one or two activities to participate in each day. One simple activity you can do together is to take a walk after dinner. Walking is an excellent way to help digest a meal and strengthen muscles, and it provides an opportunity to share about each other’s day. List the activities on your calendar and mark off each day’s activities together so everyone www.OwensboroParent.com
can look forward to the next day’s activities. Determine Your Fitness Goals and Keep Track of Them As with any type of exercise you begin, it’s important to consider the ages and current fitness levels of all participants. Then you can work toward increasing the intensity and duration of different activities. For example, during the first week, your family might take 30-minute walks each night after dinner, followed by dancing to your child’s favorite CD in the living room. The next week, increase the time spent walking and pick up the dancing pace a bit. One way to track your family’s fitness goals is to write them down and put them on the refrigerator or in some other highly visible location. Review your goals periodically. After a goal has been met, set a new goal to work toward. Remember: The most important goal is for all family members to participate in physical activities regularly, so it’s important that any goals you set are attainable and that everyone is motivated to work toward them. Discuss the Importance of Good Nutrition and Healthy Eating Habits Children need adults to teach them about foods that are healthy for their
bodies as well as to model eating healthy foods. Talking about good nutrition with children can be as simple as explaining the need to eat foods from different food groups to ensure their bodies receive the different vitamins and minerals needed to stay healthy. Create menus with your kids that include foods that are healthy and that everyone enjoys. Then, take your kids shopping and let them locate different foods and teach them how to read food labels. Maintaining Your Plan • Get active. Remember to participate in some type of physical activity or activities for a total of at least 60 minutes each day. • Have fun. Your kids are much more likely to participate in physical activities that are fun, so make sure everyone enjoys the time spent together.
• Eat healthy. Eat fewer foods that are high in fat and calories, and more foods
that benefit the body, such as fruits and vegetables. Involve the entire family in selecting and preparing meals so everyone understands how to make healthy food choices. One of the best things you can do for your children today is to help them develop the knowledge and lifestyle habits that will help them live happy and healthy lives tomorrow.
simple suppers with a healthy twist Almond Crusted Chicken Tenders Instead of batter-dipped, deep-fried nuggets, coat chicken tenders in a seasoned almond and whole-wheat flour crust and then oven-fry them to perfection. With half the fat of standard breaded chicken tenders, you can enjoy to your (healthy) heart’s content. www.OwensboroParent.com
The New Sloppy Joe This updated Sloppy Joe takes lean ground beef and adds chopped cremini mushrooms and diced fresh plum tomatoes, all in a zesty sauce. Served on a whole-wheat bun, it’s a hearty dinner sandwich that will please adults and kids alike.
Mac-N-Cheese Surprise Not only can you make homemade macaroni and cheese nearly as fast as the box version, you can add healthy ingredients like broccoli or your family’s favorite vegetables to create a healthier alternative. Think about adding chicken to this dish for a heartier winter meal. January // February 2015 . OWENSBORO PARENT
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to be active for life These days, kids are spending more hours sitting at a computer then being active outside. Inactivity can have a dramatic impact on your child’s health. Teach your kids the importance of staying active and healthy with these six tips.
go, using every ounce of effort they have. Others need to be encouraged to exert themselves and stretch their capabilities.
Encourage physically strenuous activity. Young children should accumulate at least one hour of daily physical activity--running, jumping, climbing, lifting, pedaling vigorously, etc. Motivate your kids by your own example and play games or do chores with them.
When your child plays with others, encourage games that will get all of the kids physically involved. Some group games involve a high level of activity, others are mostly waiting for turns and watching. Think of ways to adapt play to increase activity. For example, divide a large group into smaller groups so children can have more frequent turns.
Help your child increase their endurance and stamina. Stamina comes with effort and increased exertion over time. Some children will naturally go and
You can be active indoors too. Try to turn learning activities into active opportunities. For example, when asking your child what he/she learned or read
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in school, ask them to act out the answer instead of just discussing it. Engage your child’s senses. Young children are sensory learners. They need to engage all of their senses to truly process information. Consider activities that reach beyond seeing and hearing to involve your child in touching and tasting. Explore new physical skills with your child. Children like to challenge themselves and try new things. As parents, we sometimes overprotect our children from this and hinder their exploration and development. Instead, encourage your children to practice challenging tasks.
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5 time management tips
for your busy family Find a great planner. Planners have been around forever, but they are really the most genius way to keep it all together. Every paper that comes home from school with a date on it, instantly gets written in the planner. What’s for lunch on Wednesday? It’s in the planner. What night is garbage night? Family night? Look at the planner. It’s all written down in the planner, and if you want to further organize your life, try color-coding groups of events. Assign a color to school, work, play, etc.
Solve the schedule equation. While a planner is a great at-a-glance resource, what about the specifics of your day? Trying to juggle homework, sporting practices, making dinner, baths, one-on-one time, story time, etc. can be difficult. Try a daily schedule where you break down the day into half hour increments. This way you can plan what each member of your family needs to get done in a day, ensuring everyone stays on time. Create a meal plan. Hang a grocery list on the inside of your pantry door, ensuring that when something runs out, you can write it on the list. Use a pocket folder or coupon divider to collect coupons for the corresponding food items on your list. This not only gives you a thorough list of what you need, but it can also prevent you from buying unnecessary items at the grocery.
Make family night a priority. Family comes first and with the hustle and bustle of all things entertainment, family functions, school activities and sporting events, important family bonding can quickly become obsolete. Making sure to pen it in each week and learning to say, “No” to other obligations that may come up on the same night, is extremely important to us spending quality time together on a weekly basis.
Set up a dump zone. Use a memo station to act as the dumping ground for bills, children’s homework, and important paperwork. Set aside a convenient time, like Sunday night before your week begins, to comb through the dump zone and reorganize for the upcoming week. You can also have a dumping basket nearby as well to collect non-paper items that need to be relocated later.
Why not make family night a movie night? Grab some popcorn, bring out all of your blankets and pillows and make a pile on the living room floor. Here are Parents Magazine’s Top 10 Favorite Family Movies:
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Take a break from technology and hide the clock. Have you ever noticed how much easier life feels when you aren’t rushing to get somewhere? Watching to see when the next nap might begin? Or frantically returning emails over the weekend?
to the car may just make the whole day a little brighter. Or how lingering a little longer outside with your baby girl while she watches the leaves rustle and listens to the birds seems well, to sweeten the “parenting pot” a whole lot more. Commit to feeling good.
Reconnect with your joy. It’s easier to find joy in parenting when your life is filled with joy. Sign up for a cooking class, stop by a bookstore and browse your favorite aisle, put on some feel good music, or soak in hot, bubbly tub. Or invite a neighbor over after your children have gone to bed and share some laughs over much needed adult conversation.
Practice “goodenough-ed-ness.” Let go of standards of perfection, and trying to keep up with neighbors, colleagues, Pinterest, or your ideal self. Simplify your life because life is messy.
Preserve the relationship with your child first. Getting out the door rushing and screaming is no fun. Notice how connecting with your child before heading
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cup of hot tea, an extra yoga class, a long shower on the weekend — find the activities that make you feel nurtured, refreshed and ready to caring for your family. OP
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his is one of those times when most parents wish each child came with an instruction manual. How do you tell the difference between a minor stomachache from something a child ate to a serious issue that you should see a doctor about? While I can’t give you an instruction manual, I can tell you a little more about what could give your child these problems and what you should do about it.
infants In infants, there are some fairly common issues that cause an upset tummy. Reflux: This is often seen if a baby is fussy during or after feeding. One tell-tale sign of reflux in a baby is “arching,” where a baby stiffens its upper body and throws its head back, arching their back in the process. If you’re concerned about reflux, definitely talk to your child’s pediatrician. There are options available that can help ease your baby’s discomfort. Colic: Colic typically starts for infants around four to six weeks of age and can last about three to four months. One of the key signs of colic is that it’s predictable. If your baby becomes upset, intensely fussy or cries for no reason on a regular schedule (usually late afternoon or evening), then they are most likely suffering from colic. Crying from colic can also be intense. Unfortunately, there’s not a lot to do for colic. Your efforts should be on comforting the baby, and I also counsel parents to remember that they can’t do that if they’re exhausted themselves. If you need to set your baby down and take a deep breath, don’t feel bad. When you’re tense, your baby can sense that and will react to it. Take a moment to collect yourself. Gas: This is a common problem. Often parents also miss that this is really a symptom of reflux, because babies are swallowing lots of air when they’re crying. If it is gas, your pediatrician can make recommendations for treatment, such as gas drops.
older children Constipation: One fairly common issue that can lead to abdominal pain is constipation. A key symptom is small, pebble-like stools. Your child shouldn’t be going multiple days between bowel movements, straining or complaining of pain. Sometimes even children that have daily stools can be significantly constipated. The pain from constipation can also be intense, causing children to be doubled over in pain. Fortunately, constipation is treatable. I typically recommend finding ways to increase fiber in the child’s diet, or using laxative medications. Strep throat: I know that this might seem strange, but it is very common in my experience
that children with strep throat will complain of headache or belly pain but not throat pain. For whatever reason, children under 8 years old often won’t complain about their throat hurting. Don’t be surprised if your child’s pediatrician does a quick swab test for strep. Urinary tract infection: This is very common in young girls from ages 1 to 5. Fever isn’t always an indicator on this one, but it is common. Other common symptoms are needing to urinate more than usual or complaining of belly pain. If untreated, the infection can spread to the child’s kidneys, and that can lead to high fevers and vomiting.
red flags There are a few things that indicate your child needs to be seen by a doctor. • If your child doesn’t want to get up and move because the pain is so bad, they need to be seen by a physician. If they’re hurting even as they walk, that’s also a red flag for a serious issue. • If your child has pain that doesn’t get better after they vomit, that’s also a cause for concern. • Severe pain that is located in the lower part of the abdomen on the child’s right side is a classic sign of appendicitis, as are the above two pain symptoms. • If the pain comes in regular intervals, about 20-30 minutes apart, they need to be seen by a physician.
things you can do Sometimes, parents can tell when their child’s “pain” complaint is not serious. If your child is eating between episodes of abdominal pain, they’re probably not suffering from a serious issue. If your child is having issues, some over-the-counter medications you can give them include ibuprofen or acetaminophen. You should NEVER give children of any age aspirin or medications that contain it, because of the risk of Reye’s Syndrome, which can be deadly. If your child is having nausea or vomiting, your doctor may be able to prescribe an anti-nausea medicine. Some of these medications do come in a chewable, grape-flavored tablet that is easier for children to take. Be sure to talk to your doctor about these medications, and never give them without a prescription, because of certain side effects and risks. Also, if your child is suffering from vomiting or diarrhea, it’s very important to keep them hydrated. That means giving them at least an ounce of fluid per hour. Do not let them drink several ounces at once because that will just trigger the vomiting reflex. The best choice is an electrolytereplacement solution (such as Pedialyte), but some children don’t care for the taste. You can also give them something like sports drinks. I always counsel parents to trust their judgment. If you have a concern, call your doctor. We’d rather you see us and go home relieved then wait and it be a serious issue. OP
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Grandy’s - 99¢ kids meals with the purchase of regular adult meal
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Bob Evans – free kids meals with the
Denny’s – 2 free kids meals per adult meal purchase Fazoli’s - 99¢ kids meals with the purchase of adult meal Pizza Hut – 1 free child buffet with the purchase of adult buffet from 5 – 8 p.m. at the South Frederica location.
Zaxby’s – 2 kids meals for 99¢ with
Red Lobster – free kids meal with coupon
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Wednesday Ole South Barbeque – 2 free kids meals per
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11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Captain D’s – 2 free kids meals with adult
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Red Lobster – free kids meal with coupon
Texas Roadhouse – 2 free kids meals per
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Ryan’s - 99¢ kids buffet for children 11 years and younger
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january 2015 Informing parents about fun, local events is a priority for Owensboro Parent. Our magazine compiles events from across the city and county. So when your family is looking for something to do, check out the Owensboro Parent calendar, where you will find information on local events, including event descriptions, locations, dates, times and price. Want to include your event? Contact the editor at ashley@owensboroparent.com.
January 2
national science fiction day January 2nd annually celebrates National
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corresponds with the birthdate of famed
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science fiction writer Isaac Asimov.
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January 8
national bubble bath day On a cold winters day, relaxing in a nice warm/hot bubble bath sounds like the perfect way to celebrate National Bubble Bath Day, which is celebrated annually on January 8th. Did you know: The bubbles on top of the water (also known as foam bath or foaming bath) actually insulate the bath water, keeping it warmer for a longer period of time.
U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must
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seminars. Fun for the entire family! And meet
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younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 –
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and school readiness; Daviess County Public
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Visit the library every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self guided fun and
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to marry her; Police Lieutenant Brannigan,
TOUR The iconic Harlem Globetrotters are
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who always seems to appear at the wrong
coming to the Owensboro SportsCenter
Visit the library every Saturday morning
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educational activities with a focus on literacy
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With incredible ball handling wizardry,
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“Sit Down, You’re Rocking the Boat;” 7 – 10
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p.m.; RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess Street;
side-splitting comedy and unequaled on-
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court fan interaction, this must-see event is guaranteed to entertain the whole family –
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creating memories that will last a lifetime. The
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Globetrotters will face a great challenge this
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year, as the infamous Washington Generals
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are more determined than ever to beat the
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beat the Globetrotters, are now coached by
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the Globetrotters a run for their money; 7 p.m.; Owensboro Sportscenter, 1215 Hickman
All the hot gamblers are in town, and they’re all depending on Nathan Detroit to set up this
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14
week’s incarnation of “The Oldest Established
U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must
Permanent Floating Crap Game in New York”;
wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
the only problem is, he needs $1000 to get
are free, unless they are the only child, adults
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 –
the place. Throw in Sarah Brown, who’s
always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or
10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library,
short on sinners at the mission she runs; Sky
ubouncepartyhouse.com.
2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
that he can’t get Sarah Brown to go with him
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17
to Havana; Miss Adelaide, who wants Nathan
HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2015 WORLD
FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE!
Avenue; (270) 687-2770.
Masterson, who accepts Nathan’s $1000 bet
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Visit the library every Saturday morning
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21
from 10:00—12:00 for self guided fun and
U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must
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educational activities with a focus on literacy
wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for
wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2
and school readiness; Daviess County Public
$5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or
are free, unless they are the only child, adults
Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org
ubouncepartyhouse.com.
BEN SOLLEE AT EMPRESS THEATRE TWO is honored to host renowned cellist Ben Sollee
January 21
always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
for one night only! A musician, singer and
national hug day
composer, this Kentucky native is known for
National Hug Day or National Hugging Day is
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 –
his innovative playing style, genre-bending
an annual holiday created by Rev. Kevin
10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library,
songs, and electrifying performances. His
Zaborney. It occurs on January 21 and is
2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
music reflects elements of folk, jazz, bluegrass
officially recognized by the United States
and rhythm and blues. The concert will begin
Copyright Office, but is not a public holiday.
at 7:00 p.m. Tickets will be $25 ($20 for TWO
The holiday was founded on March 29, 1986
members). All tickets sold at the door will be
in Caro, Michigan, and has since spread to
$30.00. Ben Sollee plays to sold out crowds
multiple countries. The purpose for the holiday
the world over. Owensboro is lucky to have
is to help everyone show more emotion in
a chance to hear this artist play! Empress
public. There is only one way you are supposed
Theatre, 418 Frederica Street; (270) 683-5333.
to celebrate the holiday, offer a hug to anyone
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE!
Visit the library every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self guided fun and educational activities with a focus on literacy and school readiness; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org
and everyone you want. While National Hug
MONDAY, JANUARY 19
THE JUNGLE BOOK Ever been abandoned in
Day and the Free Hugs Campaign share many
the jungle, adopted by wolves, taught by a
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
similarities, there is not actual association
bear, befriended by a panther and chased by
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 –
between the two. Whether you hug a family
a tiger? In the Missoula Children’s Theatre
10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library,
member or a stranger, the mental and physical
musical adaptation of THE JUNGLE BOOK,
2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
health benefits are the same.
Mowgli the man-cub has all these adventures
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and more. Join him as he escapes from
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
the Monkey-People, outwits a tiger, enlists
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 –
the help of a rock-python, explores what
10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library,
it means to be human and learns a lesson from the brave mongoose Rikki-Tikki-Tavi. Original music and rollicking humor give new
2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
January 29 national puzzle day
National Puzzle Day, an unofficial holiday, is always celebrated on January
life to the classic tale by Rudyard Kipling.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27
29th. There are puzzle celebrations and
Auditions for students in grades K-12 will
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events held at museums, libraries and
be held Monday, January 19, at 4:00 p.m.;
wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for
other venues around the country.
Performance 2 – 4 p.m.; RiverPark Center, 101
$5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or
Daviess Street; (270) 687-2787.
ubouncepartyhouse.com.
MONDAY, JANUARY 26
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 TRI-STATE KIDS FAIR The Tri-State Kids Fair
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28
The Largest Indoor Carnival the region has
U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must
ever seen! Imagine being able to go to the
wannabe diva whose life takes a surprising
wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2
Fair in the middle of winter….complete with
turn when she witnesses a crime and the
are free, unless they are the only child, adults
Midway Carnival Rides, Inflatable Slides and
cops hide her in the last place anyone
always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or
Bouncy Houses, Pony Rides, Video Games,
would think to look—a convent! Under the
ubouncepartyhouse.com.
BROADWAY AT RIVERPARK “SISTER ACT” The hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a
suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship,
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29 FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
and so much more! And the best part, your admission gets you UNLIMITED RIDES AND ACTIVITIES…no more buying tickets to ride, you can STAY & PLAY ALL DAY for ONE LOW PRICE! There’s plenty to do for both kids and
“Sister Act” is reason to REJOICE! 7 – 10 p.m.;
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 –
adults alike….so come take in all the sights,
RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess Street; (270)
10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library,
sounds, and smells of a great outdoor fair…
687-2787.
2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
INSIDE at the Convention Center! Tickets
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are just $10 for kids and $5 for adults.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7
Purchase your tickets in advance at www.
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
PRESERVATION STATION MARKET AND EVENT
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 –
CENTER MARKET DAYS are held the first full
10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library,
weekend of every month, Saturday 10 a.m. –
2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
5 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. with over
tristatekidsfair.com and get VIP entry ONE FULL HOUR earlier than the public either day! Regular Kids Fair Hours are Saturday 10
80 vendors of antique, vintage, handcrafted,
a.m. -7 p.m. and Sunday 12- 6 p.m. Check
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3
and customized items, live music, and food.
it out on Facebook! https://www.facebook.
U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must
Preservation Station Market and Event Center,
wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for
9661 Highway 56. Also open daily Tues-
$5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or
Sat 10-5. Call 270-993-7532, go to www.
ubouncepartyhouse.com.
visitpreservationstation.com, or find us on
com/tristatekidsfair; Owensboro Convention Center, 501 West 2nd Street; (270) 687-8800.
Facebook. FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE!
Visit the library every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self guided fun and
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4 U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must
FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE!
wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2
Visit the library every Saturday morning
are free, unless they are the only child, adults
from 10:00—12:00 for self guided fun and
educational activities with a focus on literacy
always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or
educational activities with a focus on literacy
and school readiness; Daviess County Public
ubouncepartyhouse.com.
and school readiness; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org
Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 –
PRESERVATION STATION MARKET AND EVENT
TRI-STATE KIDS FAIR See event description on
10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library,
CENTER See event description on Saturday,
Saturday, January 31.
2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
February 7.
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