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from the editor I love summer time. Maybe it’s because of the beautiful weather, but there just seems to be more special family time. For the Sorce family, summer means being outside. A good summer week night for us is grilling hot dogs and hamburgers and eating outside on the patio. Avery is free to make a mess with her ketchup and Mommy doesn’t have to worry about cleaning it up. Once dinner is over and the hot dogs settle, you can usually find us playing on Avery’s newly built swing set. It took four days to build, so you better believe we are enjoying every minute of playtime. But once the weekend rolls around, you probably won’t find us at home. We are probably one of two places, and both involve water. Option 1: enjoying a day on the boat at Rough River. We swim, fish, eat lots of watermelon, and “go fast,” as Avery calls it. Option 2: playing at Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari, where we have season passes. While we as a family love the carousel and the tin lizzies, it’s the water park that brings the most joy to Avery. She can go down the same water slide a hundred times and never get tired of it. And you can’t forget the ice cream that we are sure to end every visit with. It is hard to believe it’s already July and summer will be coming to an end soon. It will soon be time to put away the sunscreen and bathing suits. Kids will be going back to school, including my own daughter, who will be starting preschool in the fall. (But that’s a topic for my next letter.) The end of summer does mean one event that I look forward to each year – the Owensboro Parent Birthday Bash! On August 3, 2014, we will celebrate our third birthday. Not only does this mean we throw a big party at RiverPark Center, but we invite all of you to attend! This year’s Bash! will definitely be a fun time for kids and the whole family! We are so honored to have represented our community for the last three years, sharing your stories and providing you with parenting tips from experts. Please join us on August 3 and help us celebrate Owensboro Parent!
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july { by: lora wimsatt }
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ou can’t see the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra from here, but you can hear them, and that’s the important thing. You find yourself humming along and wondering if they are going to do “Stars and Stripes Forever” with that trilling little flute part way up high over everything else, or maybe that “1812 Overture” thing with the big cannon sounds. The kids always like that one. Either way, it’s the best concert of the year, with familiar songs that everyone knows, and it’s cool to look around and see how many people have brought a little American flag and are waving them around in time to the music. When the orchestra plays “The Star-Spangled Banner,” people start to scramble awkwardly to their feet, rising in waves as the crowd realizes what’s going on, and sometimes people will sing along, and it doesn’t matter at all that you have to change keys when you get to the rocket’s red glare. In the meantime, there are picnics and blankets and lawn chairs everywhere, and you don’t know whether to be envious or annoyed at the people who brought the big tent and have staked out 10 square feet of prime real estate … more, really, if you count the fact that nobody is sitting behind them because the canopy would block the view of the fireworks.
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A few people have real picnic baskets, those nice wicker things with red-and-white plaid fabric linings, but most people just have a box of fried chicken or a bag of burgers. There are coolers everywhere, and you pretend not to notice the violations of city ordinance that are covered up by those foam coozies, but you’re happy with your Pepsi and that’s all that matters. There are kids running everywhere, some of them dripping wet with slicked-down hair after a romp through the sprinklers. The kids in bathing suits are already shivering as the sun sets, and you hope their parents brought a change of clothes or a blanket or at least a big warm towel, but there are plenty of other kids who got wet in their shorts and T-shirts, and you feel sorry for them because they are in for a long, miserable night. Not to mention their parents and everyone else in the vicinity, who will listen to the whining for the next two-plus hours. You sense a stirring somewhere behind you, and you turn around to see Mayor Payne weaving his way through the crowd, and you wonder how he ever enjoys any event for all the hands being thrust at him to shake. But maybe that’s the part he enjoys the most – that, and the fact that there is a crowd downtown in the first place. www.OwensboroParent.com
It’s dark enough now, and suddenly you hear that “thd-phoosh” sound that means the first fireworks have been launched, and you tilt your head back as you follow the glowing streak across the sky until it bursts into an enormous, sparkling blossom of light, brilliant against the night sky. There is a spontaneous chorus of “Ooh!” and “Aahh!” all around you – plus a few scattered shrieks of terror from some of the younger children, whose parents try frantically to soothe them. You smile with compassionate commiseration, remembering the years of long ago when you watched fireworks with a trembling child in your lap, his head covered with a blanket. The fireworks display goes on, and you are sure this is the best and prettiest and brightest and most spectacular display you’ve ever seen. About halfway through the program, the guy next to you insists that his family must gather up their things now so they can leave early to beat the traffic, and you feel sorry for his kids, wondering if they ever get to see the last inning of a baseball game.
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You were smart enough to park blocks and blocks away – it’s a nice night, who minds walking? – and you made sure to point your car in the right direction so that once you get it nudged into the flow of traffic, you pretty much have a straight shot toward home without having to navigate too many intersections congested with pedestrians. But that’s later. This is now, and you clap with delight at the pretty fireworks, trying to decide if your favorite is the one that looks like a waterfall or the one that sparkles as it vanishes. Nah. Your favorite is the grand finale – when they shoot off everything at once. Everyone is yelling and clapping and cheering, but the noise from the crowd is still drowned out by the big “Boom! Boom! Boom!” explosions. And then you gather up your stuff and make your way toward your car – walking slowly, so you don’t trip – and you hum “My Country, ’Tis of Thee” all the way home.
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Lora Wimsatt is a mother, grandmother and writer. She enjoys the everyday blessings and adventures of life, especially her family.
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{ Q&A with christina dalton,
M S S W, C S W
parental
control Q: My child is almost 4 years
}
A: You sound just like me. My child
perspective and I feel like she doesn’t
was almost 3 when I got rid of the
even care. Do I just give up on all of
pacifier. It killed me as much as it
it and let her find her own way?
did her. It was such a soothing tool for her. She used it to go to sleep. She used it to calm her when she was
A: I don’t know a parent that has not been where you are right now. I’m
old and I can’t seem to get him
upset. But I understand when people
off of the pacifier. The funny
start staring at you and thinking,
thing is I think I hate to give it
what is that baby still doing with
up as much as my child. I know
a pacifier?
it’s time. It’s way past time. The
examples from people on how to
pacifier is such a comfort to
most effectively do this. I have heard
him. Any suggestions on getting
that you can box up all the pacifiers
wanted to do dance or if I wanted to
rid of the pacifier?
and get the child to donate them to a
play softball. They were just things
hospital. You can explain that your
I did. I think we try too hard to find
child is a big boy now and he needs
their “thing” sometimes and we
to give his pacifiers to new babies
as parents end up so frustrated at
and how happy it would make those
the end of the day. I can’t say that
babies. They can also just magically
I haven’t got caught up in it either
start disappearing one by one. I bet
because I have. I want my child to
you to this day, I have a pacifier in
do well, we all do. And it’s hard to
my house somewhere. You know
admit to ourselves, this is just not
how the house eats the pacifiers, and
something they like.
I’ve heard different
your car too? When I got rid of the pacifier, I said Santa came and took them on Christmas Eve, so he could give them to other babies. It was rough. But it got better. Santa left a note explaining what he was going to
still not sure what my own child’s thing is yet! It’s such a different society today and people do things so much different than they used to. I don’t recall my Mom asking me if I
But the one
thing we can never do as parents is give up on our children. If every parent walked away from a sporting event or dance recital because we thought our children didn’t care
do with them and how proud he was
about what they were doing, then no
of her for growing up and being such
one would ever attend any of their
a big girl. I have felt your pain, but
child’s events! I don’t see a thing
it’s time. You can do it!
wrong with letting your child find something they want to do. I don’t
Q: My child is 13 years old and we
see anything wrong with taking a
have tried every sport, every activity
break from extracurricular activities
you can imagine. We can’t seem
either. They will find their way. Just
to find her thing. It is so
make sure that you are there with
frustrating
from
my
them when they do, supporting and cheering them all the way.
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Q: I have an 11-year-old son and it is beginning to be brought to my attention that maybe I should have “the talk” with him. I feel like he is still my sweet, baby boy and I don’t really want to because I don’t want him to change or see things differently. When do you think is the appropriate time to do this with your child? A: I don’t know if there is a perfect age to discuss the birds and the bees with your child but there are lots of different opinions as to when that perfect time should be. I was recently in a training a couple of months ago and we were watching a video that discussed this very topic. I was so surprised when the
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women said that she thought children should be taught about sex by the age of 8 years old. I don’t know why, but I personally thought that was way too young. I have to admit that I did agree with her reasoning behind her answer. She said if you want your children to learn the facts and the truth from you then you better tell them by 8 years of age because if not, then they will learn them at school from their classmates and friends. I still think 8 is a little young, but I agree with the rest of her statement. If you want your child to know the truth it needs to come from you. And if you think about what is on television and social media, things come up all the time that relate to sex. There
are lots of great books you can buy to help your child understand. You can buy the books and let them look over them and then say let me know when you’re ready to talk about this. I can remember a rumor when I was in elementary school that you could get pregnant if you kissed a boy. I look back and think how scary that thought must have been or would be now for my child. Your son will still be sweet and he will always be your baby boy. He just may not be able to look you in the eyes for a few days…LOL! OP
Christina Dalton, MSSW, CSW is the Family Resource Center Coordinator for Daviess County Public Schools.
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estrogen home { by: elaine martin }
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ou know those routine conversations you have with
would be greeted at the door by three giggly girls, escorting
people you first meet? They usually include, “Do you
him to a beautifully set meal on their tike-sized pink kitchen
have a family?” “How many kids do you have?” “Are they
table. He would somehow bend his knees and ankles in such
boys or girls?” My answers to those questions are, “yes, 3,
a way to both eat their carefully made peanut butter & jelly
girls – all girls.” I can almost always count on the reply I will
heart-shaped sandwiches and listen to their colorful stories. I
hear next. It will either be “WOW! You have three girls? Your
have no doubt that his co-workers would know who his lunch
home must be full of so much drama!” to “That’s amazing. I
dates were when he returned to his desk with glitter on his
hope your husband has his own bathroom.”
cheeks and a huge smile on his face.
My heartfelt smile is the only reaction that I can offer to
Our daughters do share a separate bathroom; nevertheless,
that new friend. How in the world could I summarize the
a normal morning means all ladies will spend time getting
colorful life having three daughters has given me? Yes, our
ready in one bathroom, specifically, the bathroom that partly
home is indeed a drama-infused mess at times and we do
belongs to Greg. He sits patiently in the living room or
have an occasional line for the bathroom; however, girls offer
spends his waiting time scrambling eggs while us girls take
SO much more than tears and cluttered bathroom counters.
turns fixing hair and fighting over the cutest scarf. Once
we all pour out, he will enter the bathroom amidst a fog of
In their younger years, tea parties were as normal as the
sun rising and setting. It seemed that every meal had at
perfume, sticky counters, and hairspray.
least one of them drinking from a teeny cup with her pinky
finger raised high. My husband, Greg, would come home
about having a bunch of girls around, he wouldn’t even blink
from work for a quick lunch, expecting to catch a few minutes
before he answered…HAIR. Yep, our beautiful flowing locks
of SportsCenter while munching on a hot dog. Instead, he
are his nemesis. I know he easily gets worn out from the lost
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bobby pins that seem to multiply in every sofa cushion crack to the clogged shower and sink drains that he has to constantly unclog. He actually went online and placed a bulk order for the belts needed for our vacuum cleaner. Our insanely thick hair gets caught in the roller and burns the belts, so instead of grumbling on his way to the hardware store, he simply admitted defeat and set aside a portion of his garage for the sacred vacuum belts.
Dinnertime with our house of girls is probably my favorite
time of the day. Over the years, we’ve grown to save our best highlights from our time apart for this special time. Once the food has been placed and our blessings have been offered, their words come flying out. Vivid descriptions of school events or cafeteria conversations fill the air, as we laugh together over our chow. I can tell when one daughter has taken too much time to speak, because I notice another one tapping her fork on her plate because she is anxious to share her adventure. Some evenings leave Greg with a glazed look on his face because we have overloaded his male mind with too many words. He may be glassy-eyed, but I know his heart is full.
I am thankful for my girls because they have each promised
me something very important. It’s actually identical to a standing agreement I have with my own mom. This is one thing that I believe a son, no matter how wonderful, would be unable to guarantee. When I am in my senior years and they safely tuck me away in a nursing home, they have each committed in sharing the task of keeping my chin whiskerfree. I consider that an even exchange for the French braiding and flat ironing I do now.
So, the next time that you make a new acquaintance and
learn she is a mom to a slew of girls, don’t mistake her smile for a cover-up. She is probably proud of the fact that her purse holds mismatched Barbie shoes and her cute, sassy shoes secretly belong to her 13-year-old. You’ll want to be her friend, since an invitation to an exceptional tea party may be in your future.
OP
Martin views each day as an adventure in her roles as wife, mom, owner of Pigtails and Cowlicks, and writing coach at Meadow Lands Elementary School.
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{ by: gail e. kirkland }
a house with elastic walls A
painted barn quilt and crystal blue in-ground pool sit among
enjoying nature and family time. My senses were on overload
the rolling green hills and deeply shaded lawn, which is home
from the moment I stepped into the warmth of their side porch,
to a tree swing, playhouse and a plethora of well-used toys. Their
greeted by Khaki, one of two family cats who have full roam of the
homeplace speaks a quiet, warm, come-on-in welcome.
home and surrounding 5 acres. “I could never have had children as
wonderful as mine. If I’d had biological children, they’d probably
Before I could ask a single question, she whetted my appetite for
fostering children and creating incredible memories of a life well
all be ugly and dumb,” said Valli Rigling, with a sheepish giggle.
lived, a life devoted to helping others. Her granddaughter, Isabelle,
Thirty-six years ago she and Brad fostered their first child. An
and husband, Brad, popped in shortly after I arrived. Then the
elder at their church in St. Louis captured Valli and Brad’s hearts
youngest adopted son, Jack, made his way to the kitchen table with
for fostering, asking them to stay with their foster child while
a big bowl of cereal. She began flipping through a photo album of
they were gone overnight. They were hooked. Soon, they opted to
family trips to their little cabin at Lake Nolin. The central theme:
become foster parents. “We can do this,” Valli told Brad. That’s
children, children, children running, playing, kayaking, eating,
understatement at its best. Mary Beth was their first foster child, a
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2-year-old, who had been living in a car and whose clothes were so
do something.” She suggests respite for those who are considering
dirty that they could stand alone. From then on, it has literally been
fostering, but may have concerns or fears about doing so.
one child after another—often several at the same time. “So much
we’ve learned, we’ve learned by doing, and we’ve asked for God’s
went through the Kentucky state adoption agency, and they have
guidance along the way . . . And we’ve learned what we’re good
been very satisfied with that experience. Many private agencies
at, and what’s good for our family . . . you have to be in agreement
also exist in Owensboro, but all children originate with the state.
within the family to do this. You have to consider the children (both
Brad and Valli choose to do everything for the children themselves,
those already in the home and those coming there),” Valli said.
without leaning on the state helpers for taking the children to
The Riglings have five adopted children: Daniel (37), Julie (35),
appointments, etc. They try to incorporate the foster children into
Christopher (28), Sam (20) and Jack (14).
the everyday lives of their family, rather than isolate them. As she
They have fostered children ranging from hours-old babies to a
explained, children come from bad situations or they wouldn’t
17-year-old single mom with two children. “My favorite is babies. If
need foster care. “When I see a child, I remind myself daily that
they called me today with a baby, I’d say, ‘yes’,” Valli said. The legacy
that’s not my child; it’s somebody else’s. It’s a privilege for me to
continues. Julie has also begun fostering children. As a child, Julie
be able to love them for those parents. The parents aren’t able to,
once urged her parents to help needy children on TV. She looked
or they would. Everybody loves their kids. I haven’t met a parent
at her mom and said, “Let’s go get them!” Isabelle, 11, eagerly and
who doesn’t love their kids. They just don’t know how to parent,
affectionately jumped into the interview to talk about some of her
because they weren’t parented,” Vali said. She explained that often
family’s foster children, fondly telling stories and naming at least
the parents need exactly what the kids need: to be loved.
ten.
“We try to keep a balance on it. If you try to save the world in
seven or eight kids in the house, including their own. She told a
one week, you’re going to burn out,” Valli said.” You’ve got to know
sweet story of her dad visiting years ago and asking, “Where did
when to rest, too . . . but we’ll keep on doing it if for anything but
these little fellers come from?” Some few weeks after, he was asking,
to give others a respite,” Valli said. “Some do respite and end up
“Where did those little fellers go?” It wasn’t about the numbers
fostering. Then they go back to respite. It’s a cycle. Everybody can
with the Riglings. They just wanted to make an impact one at a
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So what avenue did they pursue for fostering? The Riglings
Valli acknowledged that there have been times that they had
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the sibling side
time, hoping their efforts would “ripple out in the children’s lives,”
How would you describe your experience with foster children in your home?
ride. Valli quietly but firmly cautioned them to be extra careful,
“So, I guess my experience growing up with foster kids, I’d say it was never a dull moment. My parents usually had a rule that they wouldn’t take any kids older than Daniel and I, so the majority of them were babies or toddler age. Some came and went quickly, others stayed for years. I clearly remember some, others not so much. I don’t think I ever knew what it was like to not have foster siblings in the home. Although Daniel and I were their adopted children, I felt like I had hundreds of siblings. The laws were different when I was younger and some of the kids stayed with us for years which made it really hard when they left. I clearly remember going to school one morning knowing the baby girl who had been staying with us for over a year was going home that day. I completely fell apart at school. Same thing with Christopher - who is now my “brother” as far as I’m concerned, but I went to church camp shortly after he left after 6 years with us and I just broke down one night. I think I learned to guard my heart a little after those, tried to distance myself a little from then on and not let myself get so attached to them. I know it was a lesson in humility and made me see how lucky I was to have such loving parents.” –Julie Salisbury “For me, having foster kids in the house was something that I had experienced since I could remember. It was the norm. I guess on some level I knew that there weren’t many people that had other kids living in their house, but I never really thought about it that much. Depending on the age and temperament of the kids who were fostering with us, sometimes it was awesome to have an additional playmate around, while other times the kids were a real nuisance.” —Daniel Rigling
Valli said.
“Where are y’all going?” About midway through the interview,
Jack and Isabelle bounded outside to take the golf cart for a little just as we moms tend to do. Then, she resumed our interview.
Those who are interested in becoming a foster parent should
first contact the state. They disseminate information about when the next fostering classes will begin. Classes include a 9-week training session, 3 hours once a week for 9 weeks. Valli helps teach some of these classes. “Although you may be a parent, you learn to think about these kids differently, because these are other people’s children,” she said. Police and background checks, along with a health screening and a home study are part of the application process. After successful training, as needs arise, families are notified by phone of foster care requests. Six hours of continuing education/training are required annually of experienced foster parents: 3 classroom hours and 3 online hours. Foster families receive a $22 daily reimbursement from the state, which is paid monthly, and a medical card to offset personal expenses. Foster children who are medically fragile receive an added reimbursement. Valli emphasized that each child needs their space, their own bed and a dresser at the least. Their five-bedroom home has often been filled, with beds added as needed. “My goal is to provide a safe place for the child, and just hope that they can go home . . . I want
“As a foster child myself, I always felt a deep sense of belonging. There were times kids would come and go but while they were in the home it was just fun having them as part of the family. The experience to me was very shaping in seeing and experiencing the impact of having a place of safety and security.” —Chris Bratcher
What stands out in your mind about that experience? “The one thing that stands out to me is that I always felt proud that my parents were foster parents. I don’t remember ever telling anyone that, but I definitely felt it, and still do.” —Daniel Rigling “I just remember that there was always something fun going on. I can still picture tons of us kids swimming together or circled around the table together. It just felt like home for so many kids!” —Chris Bratcher “I think the thing that stands out most to me was how my parents would just open their home with loving arms, complete unconditional love. They are wonderful Christian people and practiced the scriptural command of taking care of the widows and orphans. They took care of kids with special needs, with injuries resulting from abuse, with attitudes and with all kinds of personalities without batting an eye. They are the reason why my husband and I keep foster kids now. My dad is one of the most kind-hearted men I know and I hope he was able to instill in the kids what kind of person a true father is. My mom was born on Valentine’s Day and I know God planned it that way because she has a heart like none other and poured out her love into the kids they kept.” –Julie Salisbury 22 OWENSBORO PARENT
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families united,” Valli said. Concurrent planning places a child
the same,” she said with great tenderness, her eyes reaffirming the
that may be facing termination of rights in a home that is basically
emotion.
fostering to adopt.
Occasionally, emergency calls for foster placement come
look at them from the way they walked in to the way they walked
at night and they need someone right then. “We’ll take almost
out . . . and they walk in scared, just angry, afraid—all the things
anybody on emergency placement, because we know they are trying
that you would be if you were ripped from your parents. And to see
to find them a place without it being permanent.” She recalled
them get to be trusting, to be happy, rested, and well fed, because
getting such a call for a boy, whose family had been jailed that
sometimes when things are a mess in the home the kids are the
night, but they were released the next morning and the young boy
last thing to be considered . . . That’s just the way it is, and I’m not
was reunited with them the next day.
judging, because I’ve never walked in those shoes,“ Valli said. One
Valli has also taken a role in encouraging others to foster. She
of the first things children tend to do is to look around and ask
has employed the same techniques that her St. Louis minister used:
what’s to eat. Sitting on a hand-painted stool (one of Valli’s many
Invite those who may be interested in fostering to come see it in
artistic creations) in the kitchen, I sense that food has a prominent
action at their home.
place in the Rigling home.
It’s not all fun and games. Fostering comes with its challenges.
Nonetheless, the rewards are great—but so individual. “You
Isabelle and Jack return disgruntled with one another. More
Those challenges could be grouped into three main areas:
parenting ensues.
Assimilation, helping the child find their place; Visiting, providing
time for the child with their birth family; Leaving, dealing with
because I always pictured my house being overrun with people—a
the emptiness once they leave the foster home. To facilitate
house with elastic walls. We have always had an open house, but
assimilation, Valli tries to reassure the child so that they do not feel
with boundaries,” Valli said. Have you kept a tally of how many
like the odd man out. “I tell them they are not a foster child; they
children you have fostered? No surprise. She has not. Valli’s best
are a child in a foster home,” Valli said. She went on to explain that
guestimate is in excess of 140 foster children.
“I could picture my life being like this since I was a child,
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the ride of
their life { by: jaime rafferty }
I
t’s hard to live in Owensboro and not be acquainted with the special story of Karlie Hempel and her running
partner and dear friend, Lauren Tucker. Together these two young ladies, with the help of Jeff Miller, Amanda Owen, and Karlie’s mom, Kathy Hempel, make up Team Karlie!
The mission of Team Karlie is: To provide people with
physical disabilities the use of a special jogging stroller so they can participate in the sport of running. Team Karlie wants others who can’t walk or run to experience the energy and excitement of racing. Those with physical disabilities often feel frustrated by their limited mobility and the sport of running is something they would not be able to experience without the use of the special jogging strollers. Also the runners who push the strollers also experience a joy they won’t soon forget.
Kathy Hempel, Karlie’s mom, speaks with passion as
she shares about Team Hoyt, the father/son team that inspired the five to begin a journey of their own. Team Hoyt, comprised of father, Dick Hoyt and son Rick (who has Cerebral Palsy), began participating in races in the spring of 1977 when Rick told his father that he wanted to participate in a 5-mile benefit run for a young man who been paralyzed in an accident. Dick agreed to push Rick in his wheelchair, though coming in next to last, they finished all five miles. It was that evening that Rick told his father, “Dad, when I’m running, it feels like I’m not handicapped.” The Hoyt family inspires others that all people, regardless of physical disabilities, strive for an experience some think is impossible. This inspiration came to life in Owensboro through the formation of Team Karlie.
Never in Team Karlie’s wildest dreams could they see
an impact like Team Hoyt, so imagine Kathy ’s surprise recently when she opens an e-mail to find an inquiry if the team would consider appearing on the Katie Couric Show (KCS), live, in New York City?! She asked herself, “Is this for real?”
KCS shared they had seen the Team Karlie website and
wanted to fly up the 5 founding members of the team to the show; Karlie, Lauren, Jeff, Amanda and Kathy.
The show informed Kathy they were doing a program
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Team Karlie agreed to be on the show.
Kathy
Kathy says the experience would have perfect,
admits, the next few days were a whirlwind. Before
except for an unfortunate turn of events. Jeff and
they knew it, she, Karlie and Lauren were in New
Amanda missed their connecting flight in Atlanta, due
York, pre-taping before the actual show. They were
to bad weather. The beauty in it all is that regardless
interviewed for an hour and a half about Team Karlie
of them meeting Dick and Rick, both Jeff and
as well inspiration given to them by the Hoyts.
Amanda (with the rest of Team Karlie) have inspired
Producers shared with Kathy that the reason for
many others, right here in Owensboro, to be a part of
the show was that Dick, now 72, and Rick, 52, were
something bigger than themselves!
planning to retire and they wanted to show the men
Just as the Hoyt’s have served as role models to
the legacy they were leaving. Kathy said teams have
Team Karlie, Team Karlie challenges us all to take the
been formed all over the United States and even across
ride of our life by pushing us beyond what we think is
the world, leaving them all the more excited they were
possible and not be handicapped by mental, emotional
chosen to take part. It was surreal, says Kathy, to share
or physical limitations!
that stage with the men who serve as their inspiration
for Team Karlie.
Check your local listings to check out Owensboro’s
own Team Karlie on The Katie Couric Show, July 29,
Team Karlie was surprised when Katie announced
2014.
Easter Seals donated 8 additional strollers that will
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Jaime Rafferty enjoys writing, as a hobby. She lives is Owensboro with her husband, Paul and their two children.
the freedom of the run/ride.
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SUMMER
FUN GUIDE! With school out for summer, parents are always searching for fun, safe, even educational activities for their children to enjoy. Owensboro Parent is happy to give you just that—a guide to summer fun for kids and the whole family!
July 4, 2014 5:30 | Kids Bike Parade
The City of Owensboro will host a bike
parade for children aged 12 and younger. The parade will begin at 2nd Street and Locust Street in Downtown Owensboro. Any nonmotorized modes of transportation, like bikes, scooters, strollers and wagons are welcome to participate. Children are encouraged to dress
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and decorate their bikes in everything red,
parade. Goodies will be handed out to parade
white and blue. Secret judges will be looking at
participants (12 yrs. and younger) at the
all of the decorated bikes, wagons, etc. to select
conclusion of the parade.
one girl and one boy with the best decorations
Independence Day.
6:00 – 6:15 (or the end of the Kids Bike Parade) | The Owensboro Convention Center 4th Fest
for a special prize. It is the hope of the City that this event will tie kids to the patriotic spirit of Parents need to check-in for the parade
At the end of the parade, families will be
at the tent by the video marquee at 2nd and
able to enjoy 4th Fest, hosted by the Owensboro
Locust Streets to register their kids for the
Convention Center, which will last until the www.OwensboroParent.com
fireworks begin. Participants will get a free
Also, there will be a limited supply of corporate
fun, nutritious snack or meal.
drink and hot dog and then come inside and
hospitality tables available. It will be the
Learn healthy, fun exercises in the
enjoy a wide variety of fun activities in the
premier viewing location for the fireworks!
Museum’s Kids Fit program. Kids will learn to
exhibit hall. There will be a lot of fun things for
be active through game and activities that can
kids in a safe, air-conditioned environment.
9:15 | Fireworks Over the River
then be done at home. This event will be July 3,
18 and 30.
On the lower terrace, outside of the exhibit
hall and facing the river, we will have a food and beverage area set up with seating for the general public. A full service bar and food stands will
Enjoy a spectacular firework display over
the Ohio River!
Throughout July
Daviess County Public Library
The Daviess County Public Library has a
number of events for kids this month. Every
American 4th of July treats, like fried chicken,
Owensboro Museum of Science and History
mac and cheese, apple pie and much, much
Throughout July enjoy events for kids at the
Live!, where kids can visit the library every
more. You can reserve an eight-person table
Owensboro Museum of Science and History.
from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for self guided fun and
inside the air conditioning and then walk out
Live animal shows, science labs, morse code,
educational activities with a focus on literacy
to watch the fireworks or rent your table outside
cave scavenger hunts, chemistry magic, and
and school readiness. Every Monday and
on the terrace. Inside or outside tables are $40
flight simulation are just a few of the programs
Thursday kids can enjoy story time-- Wee Read
or ($5 per chair). We will have an alcohol free
offered this month. For more information on
for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages
family section available for renting a table also.
any of these events, visit owensboromuseum.
3-5.
Upstairs the Convention Center will host a
org or call (270) 687-2732.
wonderful VIP viewing area that will offer
Junior League of Owensboro will host
children’s programs throughout July, including
valet parking, buffet dinner, great views of the
Kids in the Kitchen at the Museum on July 1,
Fancy Nancy Fanciest Doll in the Universe on
fireworks, restrooms, air conditioning and a full
15 and 29. Kids can enjoy a variety of games,
July 2, where kids can get fancy at the library
cash bar for only $30 per person, tax included.
activities and prizes while learning to cook a
as they read, do a craft and enjoy refreshments.
be available. We will have some great All-
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This month DCPL will also have various
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activities with an added spa day including
Friday there will be a performance with all the
Doc McStuffins’ Animal Clinic on July 9,
manicures, hand messaging and relaxation.
students for family and friends. They will show
where kids can learn about pet care through
Sessions for children ages 3-7 are from 9 a.m.
off all their new skills! The camp will be held
imaginative play and interacting with live
to noon, while sessions for ages 8-11 are from
July 21 – July 25 at 3 p.m.
animals. On July 16, kids can learn about
1-4 pm (July 7th-11th week only). Registration
volcanic explosions and safely experiment with
is limited. For more information, visit
RiverPark Center
chemical reactions. And on July 23, kids can Go
owensborodancetheatre.org or call (270) 684-
Batty at the library, as they read, learn about
9580.
first Sunday of every month. Sunday Movies
bats, and do a batty craft with special guest
RiverPark Center hosts a unique event the
on the River is a free event where families
Bluegrass Museum
can watch a movie on a huge inflatable screen
Experience Bluegrass Music Day Camp
outside on the BB&T Plaza of RPC. Families
Owensboro Dance Theatre
for Kids is a music day camp for children ages
are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs
Beat the heat and join Owensboro Dance
8 to 12. They will learn all about local legend,
and concessions are provided. Kids can watch
Theatre’s Frozen in Time, this year’s theme
Bill Monroe, and how he started Bluegrass
“Brave” on July 6 and “Despicable Me 2” on
for the 13th annual Wiggle, Giggle & Pretend,
music as they tour the museum and see the
August 3. The movie begins at dusk.
July 7th-11th and July 14th-18th, 2014. Camp
instruments played. They will take what they
participants will get a taste of the arts with
learn and turn it into a song to record. Each
Trunnell’s Farm Market
movement, dance, costuming, make up and
child will get their very own copy of the song on
performing. There will be creative play, crafts,
CD. Students will also learn to play the fiddle
an event the whole family will enjoy on July
healthy snacks, bouncy house, water games,
tune “Boil The Cabbage Down” and sing Blue
12. The festival starts off with a delicious
Frozen Delight Tea Party, and a walk down the
Moon of Kentucky (instrument provided).
homemade peaches and pancake breakfast
red carpet followed by a final day performance
They will also learn an old time square dance
from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. After breakfast, head
Letting It Go. Spa la la will include the above
and draw pictures about Bill Monroe’s music.
out into the peach orchard and pick your own
readers. Best of all, these events are all free!
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peaches. Kids can burn off extra energy in
friendliest park in the world, for good reason.
golf, game room, camp store, Blitzen Kitchen Ice
the Family Fun Acre, have their face painted,
Throughout its existence, Holiday World has set
Cream & Pizza, and much more. Enjoy FREE
explore the Finger Funny Game, ride the petal
high standards for the theme park industry, with
pizza delivery to your site, FREE WiFi at nearly
carts and petal trikes, tackle the Rope Maze
a steadfast adherence to the values established
every site and FREE Holiday World shuttle to and
& Tile Maze, meet the animals at the Animal
in the company’s cornerstones: safety, service,
from the theme parks. Family favorites include
Barnyard, or take a pony ride. Trunnell’s will
cleanliness and friendliness. For 68 years Holiday
renting one of Lake Rudolph’s golf cars, joining
host the Itsy-Bitsy Peach Pageant, Little Mr. &
World has been in the business of Family Fun!
in the daily planned activities, and visiting with
Miss Peach Pageant, and Miss Peach Pageant
Escape to the great outdoors by staying
Rudolph.
starting at 11 a.m. Families will have a blast
at Lake Rudolph Campground & RV Resort.
mining for gems and arrowheads in the Gem
Voted one of the top ten favorite parks in
August 3, 2014
Mine Adventure. Sample everything peach
North America and a two-time National RV
Owensboro Parent Birthday Bash
in the Market, including peach fudge, peach
Park of the Year, Lake Rudolph is the closest
jam & jelly, peach BBQ sauce and more. There
lodging and camping to Holiday World Theme
Annual Owensboro Parent Birthday Bash!
will be live music all day, and great food. For
Park & Splashin’ Safari Water Park.
Lake
Presented by Owensboro Dermatology. This
more information, call (270) 733-2222 or visit
Rudolph’s multiple family lodging options
FREE, family event features train rides along
trunnellsfarmmarket.com.
include over 270 Cabins & Rental RVs that all
the Owensboro riverfront, inflatables, vendor
sleep 4 adults and 4 children, include AC/heat,
booths, birthday cake, fun activities and much
Holiday World
bathrooms with showers, fully equipped kitchens
more! Register at the door to win thousands
Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari is always
and more. Experience Lake Rudolph’s family
of dollars worth of giveaways at the Birthday
a great choice for family fun! Enjoy world-
fun amenities including Santa’s Splash Down
Bash! Lots of local businesses will participate
class roller coasters and water rides, fun shows,
WaterPark, the giant Blitzen Bay swimming pool,
by having a vendor booth and/or donating
and free soft drinks, parking, and sunscreen.
playgrounds, basketball courts, horseshoe pits,
items for door prizes. The vendor booths will be
Holiday World has been voted the cleanest and
fishing, paddleboats, kayaks, gem mining, mini
located inside the RiverPark Center.
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backyard camping guide { by: danny may }
As parents, we do plenty of planning and organizing all the
happen and things will definitely not go as planned, but that’s
time. But if we’re willing to be a little creative, spontaneous
what the kids will remember years from now. The last time we
and try something new, memorable adventures are literally
camped in the backyard I couldn’t find the stakes for the Buzz
waiting outside our back doors.
Lightyear tent so we tied one side up to the grill handle and the
Nothing says “summer” like camping. For the adventurous
other side up to the top of the swing set. (Hey, it worked!) It’s
at heart, getting away and juggling all the stuff it takes to go
a life lesson actually. Be flexible, just go with it, make it happen
camping is part of the fun. The last time we went camping
-then laugh about it later.
our truck was loaded with so much stuff it looked like we were moving! There is a way to make it much simpler though: backyard camping!
The Gear
Give everyone a task. Let the kids pack their own backpack
Camping in your own backyard has its advantages: you
with their favorite blanket, flashlight, pillow, favorite toy, and a
don’t have to travel, restrooms are nearby, you don’t have to pay
book to read at bedtime. If you have a tent, let them help put
to camp in your backyard, and you can sneak back in the house
that up too. If not, take the swings off the swing set, hang a tarp,
if a rain storm pops up. There are many reasons backyard
blanket or sheet over the frame and you’ve got an easy up tent.
camping is a great option; maybe it’s a last minute idea or your
Making a pallet on the deck or patio will also work or just put a
other plans fell through, maybe it’s part of your “staycation,” or
blanket in the yard for some old fashioned “sleeping under the
maybe you’re baby-stepping your kids into a real camping trip.
stars.”
Either way, here are some tips to make your backyard camping
Next, the campfire. Fire pits make perfect campfires.
excursion fun and memorable.
Taking the legs off a Weber grill is another great option, but any grill will do just fine for S’mores and hotdogs.
The Mind-Set
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With no TVs or other electronic distractions, it’s a great opportunity
count bugs and butterflies. Let the older kids set up a scavenger
for some good conversations. Again, give everybody a job - either
hunt or obstacle course for the smaller ones. Then do timed races
packing a picnic basket in the kitchen and then carrying it outside
or team events.
or sending the kids inside on several trips for ketchup, buns, plates,
You could always take a family walk around the block and go
and napkins.
bird watching. For techies, there are lots of “name that bird” apps.
Hotdogs on the fire is the classic go-to campout meal, but you
After the sun goes down, there are also night sky apps to identify
could also clean out the fridge and make foil packets to roast on
constellations and planets.
hot coals (or grill.) Fill the packets with carrots, potatoes, peppers,
Reading books by flashlight is something my boys really enjoy
onions, beef or chicken, or anything else you need to use up. Or try
on camping trips. Usually that turns into a shadow-puppets-on-
“grilled nachos” in foil packets with chips and whatever toppings
the-tent-wall show, which then turns into shadow puppet wrestling
you like. They’ll remember that!
matches. (I mean, they’re boys!) It’s those spontaneous things that
For dessert, try S’mores on a stick. Help your little ones roast
become inside jokes and classic family memories.
their own marshmallow, then dip it in melted chocolate and roll it
in crushed graham crackers. If mom and dad want a gourmet touch
part was. Chances are it will be something that wasn’t planned –
add some shaved coconut or chopped nuts.
something that “just happened.” That’s the real beauty of backyard
Just before they fall asleep, go around and ask what their favorite
camping. Time spent together. It may cost you nothing and end up
The Fun
being priceless.
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If you live in a neighborhood, hiking is probably not an option,
but you can go “exploring” in any backyard. See who can find the most interesting leaf or the most colorful flower. Have toddlers
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1
simple plan and steps prepare
to making the most of family time { by: melody ann wallace }
Let’s face it, we are really busy people. We are
Be Practical
You obviously can’t do everything in one day, but sometimes the feeling of having too much to do can overwhelm you to the
point where you get very little accomplished at all. Anything is manageable in small chunks. If you find that a task is too daunting, break it down into half-hour or one-hour chunks of time, checking off each item as it is accomplished.
Lean on Location List all of your errands and pick-ups in order of location. Whether it’s picking up the kids or running to the bank or grocery, if you take the path of least resistance, you will find that you have saved a little gas, a little time, and a little sanity.
constantly working; at our jobs, on our educations, on our homes, at making our bodies trimmer, and at being better spouses and parents. Sometimes,
Have a Central Calendar and Color Code
however, we get so wrapped up in all of the
Establish a main family calendar that can be hung in
others that the latter seems to be the one that
proximity to where you enter and exit the home each day. Use
suffers. According to Julie Watson Smith, author of Mommyhood Diaries: Living the Chaos One Day
a board that can be maintained with dry or wet erase markers and assign different color markers to each family member and their specific activities.
at a Time, “When we multitask we are dividing our attention and focus, so we’re not as effective in our
Pinterest-inspired idea: Hang a large manila envelope behind
roles.” It has often been said to “work smarter, not
your wall calendar to hold invitations and papers detailing
harder.” With a few practical tips and twists you can maximize your family time while still tackling your
school events; this way they can immediately be marked on the calendar and then dropped into the envelope for easy access later, with no need for searching.
To Do list, creating a win-win for the entire family.
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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down
According to the Huffington Post, “Adults in the U.S. will spend more than 5 hours each day on ‘nonvoice’ mobile activities,” such as iPads, smart phones, computers, Facebook, and the internet.
Set a Timer If you find that your internet use is absorbing too much of your time, set a one hour timer on your phone to hold you accountable and prevent you from getting “caught in the web” for too long.
Let Your Children be Your Guide Check email, surf the internet, Facebook, and Pinterest first thing in the morning before the children are up, or in the evening after they have gone to bed. Take urgent and important tasks as they arrive, but do your best not to allow the two to vie for your attention.
Tech-free Tuesday (or any other day) Choose a night, or weekend morning, where everyone commits to go gadget free and enjoy time together as a family.
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work for you
Keeping Up With the Kids
Used wisely and in moderation, technology can offer several benefits to family organization. By signing up for conferences and receiving your
child’s school newsletter online, you can save time and unnecessary paper stacks.
Digitize Your Calendar Free apps like Cozi and Jibidee, offer shared family calendars that you can manage online and from the convenience of your smart phone. Cozi allows you to enter events for each family member, assign them each a specific color, and sends alerts of the event to each member. It also offers grocery shopping and “To Do” lists, as well as a Journal that displays photos and writing somewhat like an extended Instagram entry. Visit m.cozi.com online, or take a look at a sample on your smart phone at the App Store or Google Play Store. www.OwensboroParent.com
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meals
With everything you have to accomplish in one day, there is sometimes little time to prepare or even think about what you are going to feed everyone for dinner.
Take Two Sometimes picking up dinner seems easiest, but you don’t want to sacrifice money and nutrition. Pick up a large rotisserie chicken and prepared sides at the
Make More for Later
grocery store for Day 1. When serving or cleaning up,
Buy the family size package (3 lbs or larger) of the
shred the rest of the chicken and put into a container
one meat ingredient your family eats most (ground
for Day 2. Use the shredded chicken to create a yummy
beef, chicken, pork). Cook it all on the day of the
chicken salad or to make Cheesy Chicken Taco Bites
week that is most convenient and freeze the rest in
with the family.
meal-sized portions. By cooking and separating three pounds of ground beef on Sunday, you will have the perfect addition for tacos, spaghetti sauce, or beef and macaroni.
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Cheesy Chicken Taco Bites 2 cups shredded chicken (you can also use 1 lb of the ground beef you prepared earlier) 1 package of wonton wrappers 10 oz enchilada sauce 15 oz can refried beans (optional) 8 oz Mexican blend shredded cheese Salsa and sour cream for serving
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Spray muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray and place wrappers in tin according to package directions. 3. If using refried beans, combine beans with half can of the enchilada sauce in separate pan and heat, stirring occasionally. 4. Mix remaining enchilada sauce with chicken in another small pan, just long enough to heat. 5. Spoon beans into wonton wrappers first, then top with chicken mixture. 6. Sprinkle with shredded cheese. 7. Bake in oven 8-10 minutes, or until wrappers are crispy and cheese is melted. 8. Top with salsa and sour cream, as desired.
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get the kids
involved
“Divvying up the household chores builds
the clothes by color before dropping into the
responsibility and self-esteem, which helps
basket.
children become more successful adults.� For larger families, and children ages six and
Divide and Conquer Lunches After returning from the grocery store, have
up, give each child their own basket. This way clothes can be washed separately and then returned to their owner for folding and putting away.
the kids open up and divide snacks into individual portions for the week, placing them in designated baskets (in the fridge or pantry), so that they can easily help pack lunches each evening.
DIY Kids Take the time to show your child how to properly set or clear the table for dinner. This can save you valuable time and anxiety each evening before or after dinner.
Laundry
For a fun and easy twist, have a Make Your Own
For younger children, and smaller families,
Pizza (or taco) Night once a week. It is easy to
simply have two different colored baskets, one
prepare and set up on the kitchen counter or
for dark colored clothes and one for white and
stove top, and offers children the opportunity
lighter colors. Show children how to separate
to be more independent by serving themselves.
The most important thing that you can do to make sure that you spend quality time with your family is to remember that this is your family, and that time should be arranged in a way that works best for you, not what conforms to some ideal.
On the Go If you must pick up dinner one night a week, make it a night that works best with your busy schedule. If Mondays or Wednesdays are filled with activities, pick up dinner and sit together at the ballpark a few minutes early and talk about the day.
Switch it Up So many parents work off-shifts and odd hours in order to provide for their families, this can affect the time and waking hours that they have to share with their children. Try something different, like making a big breakfast on Saturday morning and then watching a movie or playing
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a board game together. Remember, these moments pass quickly‌enjoy them!
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Young people are taking to skateboards, roller blades, bikes and scooters now that summer is in full swing, and parents can breathe a little easier if they help their kids take a few precautions.
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ationally in 2011, skateboard injuries alone accounted for more than 78,000 visits to the emergency room, and these included everything
from simple scrapes, sprains and bruises to wrist fractures, facial injuries and concussions. As much as you may want to cocoon your child in bubble
Concussions • There are a few signs and symptoms of a head injury that mean its time to get immediate treatment. • If your child has ANY loss of consciousness, take them to the emergency
wrap, that’s probably not going to work. But there are always ways to be safer.
room to be checked. • Headache that worsens over time. • Repeated vomiting.
• Protective gear: I cannot emphasize enough the importance of proper
• Changes in behavior, such as irritability, loss of coordination leading to stumbling or clumsiness, disorientation, confusion or slurred speech.
safety equipment, starting with a helmet. Your child may complain, but make sure they wear that helmet properly and at all times. It could
• Seizures.
save their life. Wrist guards and knee pads can also go a long way to
• Neck or back pain following a blow to the head.
preventing serious injury.
• Vision disturbances: Look at your child’s eyes; if their pupils are unusually large or are unequal sizes, get immediate medical attention.
• Skate smart: Make sure your child is making good choices when it comes to when and where they skate. Crowded streets with traffic or rough street surfaces make poor choices for where to skate. Now that
Simple scrapes/bruises
Owensboro has a new skate park, that opens up a world of opportunity
for young people, so take advantage of it.
bandage it if necessary.
• Practice: When your child sees their favorite extreme sports star on TV
A bruise can be iced (wrap a bag of ice in a towel for comfort and to
mastering their tricks, remind them that their hero started right where
prevent cold damage to skin). Also take ibuprofen as appropriately directed
they are now. Help your children learn and master their sport so they can
on the bottle.
get the full enjoyment of it.
The unfortunate reality for young people is that injuries are going to
happen. That’s just a part of growing up. If your child is wearing their safety gear correctly and at all times, that’s a lot of peace of mind right there. But there’s still some things to watch for if your child gets hurt.
Broken bones
Proper wound care on a scrape is important. Make sure it’s clean and
When it comes to these kinds of injuries, it is always better to be safe
than sorry. Prevention and education go a long way and can make a real difference here. It’s also a great way to spend time with your children.
I want to emphasize to parents the importance of encouraging your
children to get out and be active. According to 2012 data from The Trust for America’s Health, Kentucky is ranking high in a place nobody wants to be: childhood obesity. For high school students, we have the third highest child obesity rate in the country. Childhood obesity leads to a life of health
A broken bone can easily be seen from any deformity of the arm or leg,
problems, including diabetes, heart disease, respiratory problems and more.
and that’s a sign to get to the emergency department right away. Other signs
So it’s important to get your children outside and active, and even if they
of a fracture include swelling/bruising over the bone or loss of function in
choose to do something a little more extreme, there’s no reason why they
the injured area. Get these treated right away!
can’t have a good time.
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love almost all things summer – backyard cookouts with family and friends, sparklers on the Fourth of July, running through the sprinkler on a hot day. But nothing can ruin summer fun faster than pesky insects and bugs. Most insects are just a nuisance, but some can cause allergic reaction or make your children sick. Follow these tips for a fun-filled and relatively bug-free summer. Biting insects include mosquitos, chiggers, fleas, horseflies, deer flies, gnats, fire ants, blister beetles, and even centipedes, to name a few. Mosquitos are probably the most notorious of the group and although they can rarely carry blood-borne illnesses, their bites are more of an annoyance than anything. Bites from these critters can result in redness and localized swelling as well as itching. This type of allergic reaction is generally due to histamine release triggered by the bug’s saliva or venom. The redness and swelling usually is not a sign of infection. Benadryl, which is an oral antihistamine, can relieve itching. Other helpful remedies include a topical steroid cream, like hydrocortisone 1% cream, or a paste made from baking soda and water. Keep fingernails trimmed and discourage scratching as this can promote infection. If you notice spreading redness or red streaks after 24-48 hours, contact your doctor. Tick bites seem to raise particular concern with parents, probably for two reasons. First, tick bites are usually painless and do not itch. For this reason, they can be overlooked for days. The other reason tick bites are concerning is their ability to transmit disease. Ticks can transmit Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease, and ehrlichiosis. The first two are rare in Kentucky, but if you plan to travel to the northeast, Wisconsin, Minnesota, or northern California this summer, you could be at risk. That being said, the risk of Lyme disease is less than 2% in high risk areas followed a deer tick bite. If your child
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spends time outdoors where ticks are abundant, check their skin at the end of the day. If you find a tick, use tweezers to grasp the tick close to the skin on its head. Wash the area with soap and water after removal. If you are unable to remove the head, fever or rash develop in the 2 weeks following, or there is any sign of infection at the site of the bite, call your doctor. Fortunately, there is help to prevent bites from ticks, mosquitos, and other biting insects. Insect repellents containing up to 30% DEET (N,N-diethyl-3-methylbenzamide) is considered both safe and effective for children over 2 months. Products with higher percentages of DEET provide longer protection; however, products with greater than 30% DEET do not offer any additional protection. Products with 10% DEET provide about 2 hours of protection versus 30% DEET, which provides 6 hours of protection. Always read product labels carefully to know the recommended time to reapply. There are some natural products and home remedies that contain citronella, eucalyptus, cedar, and soybean oils or extracts. These products are considered safe and some studies have compared their duration of effectiveness to that of 10% DEET. Products containing permethrin are very effective against ticks, but should only be applied to clothing, not skin. Unfortunately, insect repellents are not helpful when it comes to stinging insects such as bees, wasps, and hornets. They inject venom into the skin causing pain, itching, swelling, and redness at the site. Honey bees often leave their stinger behind. The stinger can be removed by scraping it with the edge of a credit card, but no worries if you can’t get it out. It will come out on its own as the skin heals. To control the pain and swelling, a cotton ball soaked in a baking soda and water solution can be applied for 20 minutes immediately following the sting. For symptomatic control of itching and swelling during the subsequent days, hydrocortisone 1% cream or Benadryl can be used. In addition, avoid areas with trash that attract insects and do not wear floral clothing or scents that may attract stinging insects. Anaphylactic reactions to bee stings occur in 4 of every 1000 children and are responsible for 50 to 100 deaths per year in children. If your child has a known history of anaphylaxis to stinging insects, always keep an Epi-pen and Benadryl handy. If your child experiences a severe reaction for the first time in response to a stinging insect, call 911 immediately. Tell the bugs to buzz off this summer so you can spend your days and nights making great memories with your family. 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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make the
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Summer break will soon be coming to a close which means it’s time to prepare your child for next school year. Read
that takes your child to new surroundings. They will see that
Make regular trips to the public library. Encourage your child
their community is larger and more diverse than he or she
to read a variety of books from different genres. If they have
thought.
been assigned summer reading books, encourage them to finish their books now rather than waiting until the end of the
Focus on Health and Wellness
summer. This will reduce stress for you and your child.
Healthy and fit children do better in school. They have fewer absences and focus better in the classroom. Make health and
Create Writing Opportunities Encourage your child to keep his or her writing skills sharp by writing letters to relatives or keeping a journal documenting family activities and fun adventures.
Learn a New Skill Identify skills your child would like to learn. Drawing. Chess. Word puzzles. Logic puzzles. Determine which skill they would like to pursue and set learning goals with your child.
wellness a family initiative year-round. Encourage your family to drink more water, eat more vegetables and do an outdoor activity together.
Return to Routine After a summer full of staying up late and sleeping in, getting back into your child’s school routine can be difficult. A few weeks before school begins, start implementing earlier bedtimes and wake up times. This will make the back-to-school transition much easier on you and your child.
Complete a Service Project
While doing all of these things, don’t forget to build in some
Doing things for others teaches your child about giving back
time for relaxation. Summer is an opportunity for your child
and about his or her community. Complete a service project
to recharge through family fun and recreation.
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the kids eat free list
Mondays
Tuesdays
Catfish Willy’s - $1.99 kids meal with the
Beef ‘O’ Brady’s – free kids meal with the
purchase of adult meal
purchase of adult entrée from 4 – 8 p.m. for kids 12 years and younger
Grandy’s - 99¢ kids meals with the purchase of regular adult meal
Bob Evans – free kids meals with the purchase of adult meal for kids 12 and
Mirko Pasta – 2 free kids meals per adult
younger; kids get a special treat of icing
entrée purchase
their own cookie
Red Lobster – free kids meal with coupon
Denny’s – 2 free kids meals per adult meal
available on website or Facebook page
purchase
Shoney’s – 2 free kids meals per adult
Fazoli’s - 99¢ kids meals with the purchase
entrée purchase from 3 – 9 p.m. for kids 10
of adult meal
years and younger Pizza Hut – 1 free child buffet with the TGI Fridays – free kids meal with the
purchase of adult buffet from 5 – 8 p.m. at
purchase of adult entrée for kids 12 years
the South Frederica location.
and younger Red Lobster – free kids meal with coupon Zaxby’s – 2 free kids meals per adult entrée
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Salsarita’s – free kids meal with the purchase
Saturday
of $5 or more adult entrée; dine in only
Maloney’s – free kids meals from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Wednesday Ole South Barbeque – 2 free kids meals per
Texas Roadhouse – 2 free kids meals per
adult meal purchase for kids 12 and younger
adult entrée from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Red Lobster – free kids meal with coupon
Sunday
available on website or Facebook page
Briarpatch – 1 free kids meal per adult entrée for kids 10 and younger
Thursday Bee Bop’s – free kids meal with the purchase of
Maloney’s – free kids meals from
adult meal after 5 p.m. for kids 12 and younger
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Captain D’s – 2 free kids meals with adult
Salsarita’s – free kids meal with the purchase
meal purchase; dine in only
of $5 or more adult entrée; dine in only
Red Lobster – free kids meal with coupon
Texas Roadhouse – 2 free kids meals per
available on website or Facebook page
adult entrée from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Ryan’s - 99¢ kids buffet for children 11 years and younger
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july 2014 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.
TUESDAY, JULY 1
THURSDAY, JULY 3
FRIDAY, JULY 4
KIDS IN THE KITCHEN There will be games, activities, and prizes as kids learn to cook. Kids will learn about the Green Machine and new green snacks; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732.
KIDS FIT Fun summer activities designed to help kids keep active & fit. Learn exercises, games & things that can be done at home; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 6872732.
FREE 4TH FEST Celebrate The 4th of July at
FREE BLUEGRASS ON THE BANKS The city of
FREE BLUEGRASS JAM On the first Thursday of
Owensboro brings back Bluegrass On The Banks, showcasing bluegrass music; First and third Tuesday of each month through October at Smothers Park Overlook from 7 – 9 p.m.
each month, head to the Bluegrass Museum to jam with other musicians. Jamming is for musicians of all levels and begins at 7 p.m. For more information, contact the Museum at (270) 926-7891 or visit their website at www. bluegrassmuseum.org.
U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY All must wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 2 FANCY NANCY FANCIEST DOLL IN THE UNIVERSE Get fancy at the library as we read, do a craft and enjoy refreshments; Registration is required; Program at 2 – 3 p.m. and 3 – 4 p.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org. U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
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FAMILY FREEDOM FIREWORKS FESTIVAL AT PANTHER CREEK Fireworks and family fun at Panther Creek Park. Vendors open at 5 p.m., fireworks begin at 9:15; Panther Creek Park, 5160 Wayne Bridge Rd. DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT Start your weekend early by heading to Downtown Owensboro for free live music and events. Visit one of our great downtown restaurants for dinner and then enjoy the riverfront. FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
the Owensboro Convention Center. Fun for the Entire Family! Enjoy Delicious All-American Food and Drinks! Free Activities and Games for Children! Reserve the best seats in town to view the fireworks display; 4 – 9:30 p.m.; Owensboro Convention Center in downtown Owensboro. FREE A CELEBRATION OF THE AMERICAN SPIRIT
AT SMOTHERS PARK View the fireworks from the beautiful Ohio Riverfront as the City of Owensboro celebrates the Fourth of July with music from the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra and concludes with fireworks shot off from a barge in the Ohio River. Gates open at 6 pm, followed by speeches, Color Guard, and fireworks accompanied by patriotic music at 9. 270-687-8700. FREE FRIDAY AFTER 5 V-Groove (R&B) on the
Main Stage; The Ducks in the Courtyard; 4th of July Celebration on the Overlook Stage; Street Fair “Happy Birthday America”. Fireworks on the river take place at 9:15. OWENSBORO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA on the McConnell Plaza beginning at 8; For more information, contact RiverPark Center at (270) 687-2787 or visit http://www.fridayafter5.com.
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calendar SATURDAY, JULY 5 FREE LIVE ON THE BANKS Every Saturday
through the summer at Smothers Park, enjoy a mixture of live music every Saturday on the Overlook Stage in Smothers Park. FREEDOM BASH & FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT DIAMOND LAKE Enter the Diamond Lake Scavenger Hunt, Seed-Spitting & Pie-Eatings contests, or decorate a golf cart or vehicle for the Patriotic Parade. For More Information, contact Diamond Lake Resort. PRESERVATION STATION Preservation Station Market Days are held the first weekend of every month, Saturday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. with over 65 vendors of antique, vintage, handcrafted, and customized items, live music, and food. Preservation Station Market and Event Center, 9661 Highway 56. Call 270-215-1045, go to www.visitpreservationstation.com, or find us on Facebook.
FREE DOWNTOWN OWENSBORO CRUISE-IN Head Downtown every 1st Saturday from April to October and enjoy classic cars! Free admission and fun for the whole family!
STORYLAB “Big Bad Bubble” 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 6872732. FREE MARVEL MOVIE MADNESS AT MCCONNEL
PLAZA Movies featuring comic book superhero characters on an inflatable screen with surround sound. Food vendors will be available. Bring chairs or blankets and enjoy a movie in the night air.
SUNDAY, JULY 6 FREE SUNDAY MOVIES ON THE RIVER Bring a
lawn chair and enjoy “Brave” on the BB&T Plaza at RiverPark Center. Concessions are available. Movies begin at dusk.
FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE!
FREE SUMMER SUNDAYS AT WKBG Family
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
admission to the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden on all Sundays in July; WKBG, 25 Carter Rd; for more information, visit wkbg. org or call (270) 852-8925.
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PRESERVATION STATION See event description on Saturday, July 5.
MONDAY, JULY 7 FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org. WIGGLE, GIGGLE & PRETEND Beat the heat and join Owensboro Dance Theatre’s Frozen in Time, this year’s theme for the 13th annual Wiggle, Giggle & Pretend, July 7th-11th and July 14th-18th, 2014. Camp participants will get a taste of the arts with movement, dance, costuming, make up and performing. There will be creative play, crafts, healthy snacks, bouncy house, water games, Frozen Delight Tea Party, and a walk down the red carpet followed by a final day performance Letting It Go. Spa la la will include the above activities with an added spa day including manicures, hand messaging and relaxation. Ages 3-7 years old sessions are from 9-noon, while ages 8-11 years old session is from 1-4 pm (July 7th-11th week only). Registration is limited; 2705 Breckenridge St.; for more information, visit owensborodancetheatre.org or call Phone: 270-684-9580.
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calendar TUESDAY, JULY 8 ANIMAL HOUSE LIVE Animal show from Wesselman Woods, including Screech Owl, Salamander, Corn Snake and Box Turtle; 10:30 –11:30 a.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY All must wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9 CIVIL WAR MORSE CODE MYSTERY MESSAGES Join the members of the Ham Radio Club and decipher secret messages; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 6872732. FREE DOC MCSTUFFINS’ ANIMAL CLINIC Learn
about pet care through imaginative play and interacting with live animals; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary. org.
THURSDAY, JULY 10 DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT Start your weekend early by heading to Downtown Owensboro for free live music and events. Visit one of our great downtown restaurants for dinner and then enjoy the riverfront. THE CHEMISTRY OF LIGHT OCTC’s Don Mundell will help kids discover the world of things that glow in the dark; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 6872732. FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org. U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
FRIDAY, JULY 11 FREE FRIDAY AFTER 5 Brian Hart and the Slick
& Blues) on the Main Stage; Gospel on the River featuring The Crossmen, Lambsong Quartet, and Firm Foundation in Cannon Hall; Jacob Lawalin in the Courtyard; White Knight and Hounds & Horns on the Overlook Stage; Street Fair “Harley Bike Night”; For more information, contact RiverPark Center at (270) 687-2787 or visit http://www.fridayafter5.com. U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 9 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
SATURDAY, JULY 12 TRUNNELL’S PEACH JAM FEST & PAGEANTS This is an event the whole family will enjoy. The festival starts off with a delicious Homemade Peaches & Pancake Breakfast from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. After breakfast, head out into the Peach Orchard and pick your own peaches. Kids can burn off extra energy in the Family Fun Acre, have their face painted, explore the Finger Funny Game, ride the petal carts and petal trikes, tackle the Rope Maze & Tile Maze, meet the animals at the Animal Barnyard, or take a pony ride. Trunnell’s will host the Itsy-Bitsy Peach Pageant, Little Mr. & Miss Peach Pageant, and Miss Peach Pageant starting at 11 a.m. Families will have a blast mining for gems and arrowheads in the Gem Mine Adventure. Sample everything peach in the Market, including peach fudge, peach jam & jelly, peach BBQ sauce and more. Live music all day, and great food. “Absolutely Farmtastic Fun!”; Trunnell’s Farm Market, 9255 U.S. 431; For more information, call (270) 7332222 or visit trunnellsfarmmarket.com.
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 LANHAM BROTHERS JAMBOREE This familyfun and interactive show will feature Bluegrass, Country, Clogging and Comedy. The Jamboree will be held in the Good Time Theater at Diamond Lake Resort. Tickets are general admission at the door and are $10 per person, $5 for ages 6-12 years and 5 years and under are free. Discounts offered for groups of 15 or more people. Showtime is 7 – 9 p.m.; Group tickets may be purchased by calling (270) 314-4331; Diamond Lake Resort, 7301 Hobbs Road. FREE MARVEL MOVIE MADNESS AT MCCONNEL
PLAZA Movies featuring comic book superhero characters on an inflatable screen with surround sound. Food vendors will be available. Bring chairs or blankets and enjoy a movie in the night air.
SUNDAY, JULY 13 CAVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR KIDS Kids can join in a scavenger hunt in the Origins Exhibit caves; 1 – 1:30 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. SCIENCE EXPLORATION LAB The science of bubbles; 2 – 3:p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732.
FREE LIVE ON THE BANKS Every Saturday
through the summer at Smother Park, enjoy a mixture of live music on the Overlook Stage in Smothers Park. SCIENCE EXPLORATION LAB The science of bubbles; 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 6872732. CAVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR KIDS Kids can join in a scavenger hunt in the Origins Exhibit caves; 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum. org or call (270) 687-2732.
STORYLAB Big Bad Bubble Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 6872732. FREE SUMMER SUNDAYS AT WKBG Family
admission to the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden on all Sundays in July; WKBG, 25 Carter Rd; for more information, visit wkbg. org or call (270) 852-8925.
MONDAY, JULY 14 FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
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SCHOOL BASKETBALL CAMP 2014 For boys and girls entering 3rd through 8th grades; Camp date: July 14 – 17 from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.; $45 Per Camper, 2nd Child in same family (+ $30) – 3rd child from same family (+ $20); Campers may pre-register by mailing Owensboro Catholic High School. Campers may also register July 14th from 8:00 to 8:30. For additional information contact: neil.hayden@daviess. kyschools.us and/or michael. robertson15@gmail.com
MESSAGES Join the members of the Ham Radio Club and decipher secret messages; 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732.
TUESDAY, JULY 15 FREE BLUEGRASS ON THE BANKS
The city of Owensboro brings back Bluegrass On The Banks, showcasing bluegrass music; First and third Tuesday of each month through October at Smothers Park Overlook from 7 – 9 p.m. ART CAMP IN THE OPEN AIR Students will receive instruction in the art of en plein air painting, which means “in the open air,” a practice developed by mid-and late-19th century French artists. Kids aged 6-9, mornings from 9-11 a.m. Kids aged 10-15, afternoons from 1 – 3 p.m.; July 15 – 18 at 3 p.m.; For more information, visit omfa.us. KIDS IN THE KITCHEN Join the Junior League and keep cool with fruit smoothies; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY All must wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or online.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 6851255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
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EXPLOSIVE VOLCANOES Have a (volcanic) blast at the library as we learn about the science behind erupting volcanoes and experiment with chemical reactions. Programs at 2 – 3 p.m., and 3 – 4 p.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
THURSDAY, JULY 17 DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT Start your weekend early by heading to Downtown Owensboro for free live music and events. Visit one of our great downtown restaurants for dinner and then enjoy the riverfront. FLIGHT SIMULATOR Fly the friendly virtual skies with a radio controlled airplane flight simulator; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for
ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
FRIDAY, JULY 18 KIDS FIT Fun summer activities designed to help kids keep active & fit. Learn exercises, games & things that can be done at home; 10: 30 – 11:30 a.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT All must wear socks; $7 per child,
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children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 9 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com. FREE FRIDAY AFTER 5 Black Widow Band (Show
& Dance Band) on the Main Stage; Taylor Maghlinger/Glory Bound in the Courtyard; Red Ember on the Overlook Stage; Street Fair “Marching to Military Drum”; For more information, contact RiverPark Center at (270) 687-2787 or visit http://www.fridayafter5.com.
SATURDAY, JULY 19 FREE LIVE ON THE BANKS Every Saturday
through the summer at Smother Park, enjoy a mixture of live music on the Overlook Stage in Smothers Park. “CAROUSEL” AT RIVERPARK CENTER Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic musical comes to the RiverPark stage. The story revolves around carousel barker Billy Bigelow, whose romance with millworker Julie Jordan comes at the price of both their jobs. He attempts a robbery to provide for Julie and their unborn child; after it goes wrong, he is given a chance to make things right. A secondary plot line deals with millworker Carrie Pipperidge and her romance with ambitious fisherman Enoch Snow. The show includes the wellknown songs “If I Loved You”, “June Is Bustin’ Out All Over” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone”; 7:30 – 10 p.m. ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS LIVE ANIMAL SHOW Mesker Park Zoo will be bringing a parrot, hedgehog and other exciting animal friends; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 6872732. 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
SUNDAY, JULY 20 FREE SUMMER SUNDAYS AT WKBG Family
admission to the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden on all Sundays in July; WKBG, 25 Carter Rd; for more information, visit wkbg. org or call (270) 852-8925. “CAROUSEL” AT RIVERPARK CENTER 2 – 4:30 p.m.; See event description on Saturday, July 19. www.OwensboroParent.com
MONDAY, JULY 21 FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org. EXPERIENCE BLUEGRASS MUSIC DAY CAMP FOR KIDS Experience Bluegrass is a music day camp for children ages 8 to 12. They will learn all about local legend, Bill Monroe, and how he started Bluegrass music as they tour the museum and see the instruments played. They will take what they learn and turn it into a song to record. Each child will get their very own copy of the song on CD. Students will also learn to play the fiddle tune “Boil The Cabbage Down” and sing Blue Moon of Kentucky (instrument provided). They will also learn an old time square dance and draw pictures about Bill Monroe’s music. Friday there will be a performance with all the students for family and friends. They will show off all their new skills! July 21 – July 25 at 3 p.m.
TUESDAY, JULY 22 U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY All must wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com. CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY MAN MAX SOAPER will teach about field artillery and display a reproduction of an 1841 six pound cannon; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 6872732.
History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. FREE GO BATTY Go “batty” at the library as we
read, learn about bats, and do a batty craft with our special guest readers. Programs at 2 – 3 p.m., and 3 – 4 p.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary. org. DAVIESS COUNTY LION’S CLUB The 2014 Daviess County Lions Club Fair starts off on Wednesday, July 23 at the Daviess County Fairgrounds. Come join the fun with tractor pulls, rides, food, and family fun! For a complete schedule, check out the Daviess County Fair website www.daviesscountyfair. com.
THURSDAY, JULY 24 DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT Start your weekend early by heading to Downtown Owensboro for free live music and events. Visit one of our great downtown restaurants for dinner and then enjoy the riverfront. FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
FRIDAY, JULY 25 U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 9 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
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FREE FRIDAY AFTER 5 Discfunktn’l
U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
Groove (Disco Dance Band) on the Main Stage; Gospel on the River featuring Paul Moseley & Friends, Gospel Harmony Boys Quartet, and Stillwater Quartet in Cannon Hall; DarBy Haaz in the Courtyard; Blind Corn Liquor Pickers on the Overlook Stage; Street Fair “Single Among Friends Let’s Dance”; For more information, contact RiverPark Center at (270) 687-2787 or visit http://www. fridayafter5.com.
GOOD VIBRATIONS WITH KWC’S DIANE EARLE Get a hands-on experience as Diane Earle presents musical instruments to the audience; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. CIVIL WAR MORSE CODE MYSTERY MESSAGES Join the members of the Ham Radio Club and decipher secret messages; 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and
CHEMISTRY MAGIC WKU Chemist Alicia McDaniel’s “Sizz, Bang, Boom Show”; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732.
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calendar SATURDAY, JULY 26 TRUNNELL’S 5K SWEET CORN EXTREME RUN/ WALK “A Corn-tastic Event!” The Sweet Corn Festival will kick-off with Trunnell’s Sweet Corn Festival 5K Corn Run/Walk beginning at 9 am. The Kids Korny-Korn Fun Run will begin at 10 am. Farm to Fork Breakfast at 9 am. Everyone can enjoy sinking their teeth into some of Trunnell’s delicious samples of Sweet Corn Salsa, Corn Relish, and Homemade Cornbread.Sit on the back porch and enjoy live music, roasted sweet corn, homemade ice cream, roasted corn nachos, pulled pork BBQ and more; Trunnell’s Farm Market, 9255 U.S. 431; For more information, call (270) 7332222 or visit trunnellsfarmmarket.com. STORYLAB “Big Bad Bubble” 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 6872732. “CAROUSEL” AT RIVERPARK CENTER Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic musical comes to the RiverPark stage. The story revolves around carousel barker Billy Bigelow, whose romance with millworker Julie Jordan comes at the price of both their jobs. He attempts a robbery to provide for Julie and their unborn child; after it goes wrong, he is given a chance to make things right. A secondary plot line deals with millworker Carrie Pipperidge and her romance with ambitious fisherman Enoch Snow. The show includes the well-known songs “If I Loved You”, “June Is Bustin’ Out All Over” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone”; 7:30 – 10 p.m. FREE LIVE ON THE BANKS Every Saturday
through the summer at Smother Park, enjoy a mixture of live music on the Overlook Stage in Smothers Park. 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
SUNDAY, JULY 27 FREE SUMMER SUNDAYS AT WKBG Family
admission to the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden on all Sundays in July; WKBG, 25 Carter Rd; for more information, visit wkbg. org or call (270) 852-8925.
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History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732.
MONDAY, JULY 28 FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
THURSDAY, JULY 31
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT Start your weekend early by heading to Downtown Owensboro for free live music and events. Visit one of our great downtown restaurants for dinner and then enjoy the riverfront.
TUESDAY, JULY 29 KIDS IN THE KITCHEN Learn to make salsa this week and get creative with bite size quesadillas. There will be games, activities and prizes as well; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. FREE BLUEGRASS ON THE BANKS The city of
Owensboro brings back Bluegrass On The Banks, showcasing bluegrass music; First and third Tuesday of each month through October at Smothers Park Overlook from 7 – 9 p.m. U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY All must wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30 MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER Please join the American Cancer Society to kick off the Daviess-Owensboro Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Kick Off Breakfast on July 30, 2014 at the new Owensboro Convention Center from 8 – 9 a.m.; Open to the public. KIDS FIT Fun summer activities designed to help kids keep active & fit. Learn exercises, games & things that can be done at home; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
LAND DOWN UNDER LIVE ANIMAL SHOW Visit with a baby kangaroo, kookaburra, cockatoo and a border collie from Kentucky Down Under; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 E 2nd St; For more information, visit owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 6872732. FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 9 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com. FREE FRIDAY AFTER 5 After Midnight (70’s Rock)
on the Main Stage; Whipstitch Sallies in the Courtyard; New Old Cavalry on the Overlook Stage; Street Fair “Family Fun Night”; For more information, contact RiverPark Center at (270) 687-2787 or visit http://www.fridayafter5.com.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 PRESERVATION STATION Preservation Station Market Days are held the first weekend of every month, Saturday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. with over 65 vendors of antique, vintage, handcrafted, and customized items, live music, and food. Preservation Station Market and Event Center, 9661 Highway 56. Call 270-215-1045, go to www.visitpreservationstation.com, or find us on Facebook. FREE LIVE ON THE BANKS Every Saturday
CIVIL WAR MORSE CODE MYSTERY MESSAGES Join the members of the Ham Radio Club and decipher secret messages; 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and
through the summer at Smother Park, enjoy a mixture of live music on the Overlook Stage in Smothers Park.
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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
during the event as we draw the winners. The celebration will be a the RiverPark Center, ending with a Summer Movie on the River featuring “Despicable Me 2.”
U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY All must wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
PRESERVATION STATION See event description on Saturday, August 2.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6
FREE DOWNTOWN OWENSBORO CRUISE-IN
Head Downtown every 1st Saturday from April to October and enjoy classic cars! Free admission and fun for the whole family!
FREE SUNDAY MOVIES ON THE RIVER Bring a
lawn chair and enjoy “Despicable Me 2” on the BB&T Plaza at RiverPark Center. Concessions are available. Movies begin at dusk.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3 FREE OWENSBORO PARENT BIRTHDAY BASH
MONDAY, AUGUST 4
You are invited to join the fun at the 3rd Annual Owensboro Parent Birthday Bash! This FREE, family event features train rides along the Owensboro riverfront, inflatables, vendor booths, birthday cake, fun activities and much more! Register at the door to win thousands
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
of dollars worth of giveaways at the Birthday Bash! Businesses can participate by having a vendor booth and/or donating items for door prizes. The vendor booths will be located inside the RiverPark center and will be easily accessible by all guests. The door prizes will allow for your business to be announced
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U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT Start your weekend early by heading to Downtown Owensboro for free live music and events. Visit one of our great downtown restaurants for dinner and then enjoy the riverfront.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and
FREE BLUEGRASS ON THE BANKS The city of
younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
Owensboro brings back Bluegrass On The Banks, showcasing bluegrass music; First and third Tuesday of each month through October at Smothers Park Overlook from 7 – 9 p.m.
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