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june // july 18 PUBLISHER

from the editor

Jason Tanner jason@tannerpublishing.com

EDITOR

Lyndi Mauk lyndi@tannerpublishing.com

Greetings, Henderson Community! Summer 2018 is upon us, and Henderson Family Magazine’s June/July issue marks my first as Editor. To say I am excited would be an understatement. I feel so honored and grateful to be stepping in to serve my community in a way that expresses my love for writing, creativity and giving back. I hope I can have a hand in making a difference in our community by finding and sharing stories and events that can bring us together! When I think back to my own childhood, summer always revolved around spending time with my family. From Florida vacations, playing outside, and going to theme parks, my family and I were always busy. We made so many fun memories and that’s exactly what this issue is all about. We have provided you with a summer bucket list to keep your entire family busy! Check out our list of 26 Things to Do in Henderson This Summer, a feature on the collaborative Reading in the Park program, a Parent’s Night Out at the Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriters’ Festival and much more! Oh, and did someone mention food? Yes! Don’t miss the Dining Guide and directory highlighting the spectacular food offered right here in our community.

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May 2016 marked 10 years since my very own high school graduation, but it seems like yesterday. I was a valedictorian, and I surprisingly knew what career path I wanted to take. I always said I wanted to be editor of a magazine, and after working with some amazing organizations in non-profit and higher education, here we are! Henderson Family Magazine wants to congratulate the Class of 2018. We are so proud of each one of you and wish you all the best as you begin this next chapter. Check out our feature on four Henderson County High School graduates, and the amazing internship opportunity one of Henderson’s Class of 2015 graduates, Madison Hutto, will be experiencing this summer in Australia. We don’t want to forget our little Kindergarteners beginning Fall 2018. Learn how to prepare both yourself and your future kindergartener for the upcoming school year. Then there is Father’s Day. I’ve always been one that loves to give. Whether it’s birthdays or special occasions, surprising the people I love with gifts and celebrating how much they mean to me makes my heart happy! I have included a Father’s Day Remembrance sharing my personal story about losing my father to his battle against cancer, but I have also shared a fun day out with the two loves of my life, my husband, Brandon, and daughter, Sadie Grace.

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Please reach out with story ideas because we want to hear from you! I want to thank Tanner Publishing for this amazing opportunity. Thank you to the businesses and organizations who advertised with us. You are the reason we can reach everyone in our community as a FREE magazine. I cannot wait to see where this amazing journey takes us together, and we will see you again soon! Lyndi Mauk, Editor, Henderson Family Magazine

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city buzz [8] henderson county class of 2018 [12] henderson native takes on australia [16] reading in the park [18] FAMILY LIFE

summer photos from facebook [20] parental control [24] kindergarten preparedness [26] 10 ways to help your middle-schooler manage stress [27] a fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day remembrance [28]

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[56] tips for firework safety [58] the kids eat free list [59] june/july calendar

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city buzz

EXPANSION OF SANDY LEE WATKINS PARK The Sandy Lee Watkins Park, located off Highway 315, is the perfect place to spend a day with family and friends! With the Drone Park expected to be complete by June 30, it is truly a community park for everyone. It includes a playground, lakes for fishing, and walking and horse trails. However, plans for the park’s expansion are underway. A soccer complex should be complete by Spring 2019. The amphitheater is a beautiful outdoor area that sits near Lake Davis. There will not be much renovation needed. However, if it becomes greatly utilized a terraced grass seating will be considered, which will be completed by contouring. The Agri-Park will take a few

years, as this will be an ongoing project. It will be static displays of actual farm equipment for children to play on! Community members should be able to book the 3D Archery facility by Spring 2019. The electric will be completed by fall of this year, which will allow the Chase Fulcher Community Center to be utilized. Horse trails are currently being utilized, but the parking and hitching post will be completed over the summer. Lake Brittany will be expanding, and a handicap fishing pier will be completed by Fall 2019. The walking trail will also be completed Fall 2019, which will provide the community with a fully paved 5K trail. By 2020, there will be permanent restrooms.

NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVOR’S DAY HAWAIIAN LUAU

What better way to celebrate those who have survived their battle against cancer than at Methodist Hospital’s “National Cancer Survivors Day Hawaiian Luau” on Sunday, June 3 from 2-4 p.m. Methodist Hospital is a member of the UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network. The event is sponsored by Methodist Hospital Hematology and will be located on the ground floor in classrooms 1-3. There will be games, door prizes, entertainment and, of course, Hawaiian Luau themed foods.

There will also be a health fair including sun safety and skin cancer, fecal immunochemical test distribution and colon cancer education co-sponsored by the UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network. This event is free to the community. All cancer survivors within our community are encouraged to attend as we celebrate YOU! 8 HENDERSON FAMILY

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2018 YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAININGS

This training is designed for adults who assist youth ages 12-18 to help recognize signs of mental health. Those encouraged to attend include parents, teachers and/or school staff, law enforcement, youth coaches, health care providers, social workers, child care workers, youth ministers, youth volunteers, Department of Juvenile Justice and anyone within the community who is interested in learning more about youth mental health. To register, or learn more information please contact Rhonda Garner at 270-831-5000 or Rhonda.garner@henderson.kyschools.us.

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Back-toSchool Readifest

The Henderson County Schools Readifest is put on each year by the Henderson County Family Resource Youth Service Centers. Readifest is held two weeks prior to school starting as the first back to school kick-off event. This year, Readifest will take place on Tuesday, July 24 from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. at South Middle School. Back-to-School Readifest is open to every student in the Henderson County School system, but is targeted more to the families that need assistance to help their children be prepared to start school. There are approximately 1,000-1,500 students who attend this event each year. This is the perfect time for families to get help with the following:

Rockhouse at Wolf’s Moving to New Location Rockhouse Pizza opened its first location in Robards 22 years ago and brought their second location, Rockhouse at Wolf ’s, to downtown Henderson five years ago. However, a move is in the works and Rockhouse at Wolf ’s will soon become Rockhouse on the River! They purchased the former Kentucky Employment Office at 212 North Water Street. The same menu will be provided, with additional pasta options for limited time offers. There will be extended hours along with Saturday lunches through the summer. Plans for the new location to open are expected between the end of May and the beginning of June.

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Online registration for the 2018-2019 school year. Computers will be provided and assistance available. Eye screenings sponsored by the Lions Club. Although this will not count towards their required eye exam for school. Information about agencies that can help them throughout the school year. Agency booths will be set-up, and many have giveaways for the families. School supply vouchers provided by all Family Resource Youth Service Centers. T-shirts will also be provided to those students in attendance.

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Guided Historic Walking Tour features “Father of the Blues,” W.C. Handy The Community Room at The Depot offers historic walking tours April through November on the first Saturday of each month. As we prepare for the W.C. Handy Blues and Barbeque Festival, why not learn a little about the man himself. Handy was known as the “Father of Blues” and about 10 years of his life was spent right here in Henderson! Come downtown for a fun, guided tour starting at The Depot Community Room and continuing through the downtown district of Henderson. Learn about Henderson’s past while viewing homes and businesses. The tour will last about one hour beginning at 10 a.m. on June 2 and is free to the community. For more information, visit hendersondepot.org or call 270-830-9707.

HIGHWAY 41 YARD SALE

It’s that time of year again! The Highway 41 Yard Sale is quickly approaching. It will take place this summer on Friday, June 22 and Saturday, June 23. This is a two-day event covering 150 miles through Western Kentucky including the counties of Henderson, Webster, Hopkins, Christian, Todd and ending in Guthrie County at the Tennessee State line. Grab your friends and spend a day driving through Western Kentucky while enjoying a day of shopping and great food! For more information, check out their Facebook page.

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Relay for Life 2018

Cancer has affected so many of us, and the American Cancer Society’s “Relay for Life” gives us the opportunity to share our experiences, show our support, and come together as a community to stand up to the fight against cancer. Remembering those who have lost their battle, celebrating those who were blessed to overcome, and being there for those who are currently facing it. Relay for Life’s theme this year is “Bebopping for a Cure.” It will take place on Saturday, June 2 at North Middle School beginning at 12 p.m. This is the first year it has taken place on a Saturday. There will be food sold throughout the day such as homemade ice cream, snow cones and cotton candy, and tons of activities. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. with the survivors walk beginning at 6 p.m. There are 28 teams registered to participate. These teams have worked so hard fundraising for this event. Some have held cookouts and sold t-shirts, had purse auctions, chili suppers, percent nights at restaurants and much more! The Survivor’s Dinner will be held on Tuesday, May 22 at the Ramada Inn. Survivors may bring one guest. Registration begins at 5 p.m. with the dinner starting at 5:30 p.m. Cardinal tickets are for sale for the “American Cancer Society Day at the Ballpark.” This will be held at Cardinal Stadium. They are $35 per ticket and for Level 200. This allows access to the dugouts, kids activities, autographs and much more. Please contact Anna Way at 270-993-1335 for more information.

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HENDERSON COUNTY

CLASS OF 2018 The Class of 2018 is a group brimming with hope, personality and curiosity that promises to take them far in life. In April, I had the chance to sit down and talk with four seniors at Henderson County High School that are shining examples of their class. Marvin McGuire, Kami Bridges, Alaina Inge, and Nolan Melton are all very different people, each special in their own way.

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arvin McGuire is a marketing student who has played football and basketball during his time at Henderson

County High. Marvin has taken all four marketing classes offered and says he plans to study business and marketing at Western Kentucky University. He was the first of the four students to respond when asked how they felt about graduating. Marvin says he “can’t wait,” although he knows it will feel strange to be out of this stage of his life. He is much more excited for graduation than prom.

When asked about his favorite class at Henderson County

High, Marvin jokingly replied with dance, then gave his true answer—marketing. Although he was kidding, he did name Carrie LaMar, who teaches dance at HCHS, as one of his

g MARVIN MCGUIRE “Enjoy the time while you have it and don’t rush because you don’t get it back.”

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most inspirational teachers. He also named Ben Dempsey as a teacher he appreciated.

Marvin’s favorite activity he participated in at the high

school was sports. He has been on both the football and basketball teams. He says the most unique quality about the class of 2018 is that “everyone is really smart.” The advice he wishes he could have told himself during his freshman year would be “to meet the red unit teachers first.”

Marvin enjoyed his time at Henderson County High School

and is excited for the next part of his life. Western Kentucky University will be gaining an excellent student this fall.

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g ALAINA INGE

“Go where you want to go, not where your friends go. Do what you want to do, and you will find friends accordingly.”

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“Don’t be afraid to talk to people. Join at least one club. Pick a CTE pathway that you really like because you’ll be doing it for the rest of high school.”

ami Bridges is a student who has done a bit of everything during her time at Henderson County High. When asked about the clubs she was a part of, classmate Nolan Melton said to me “you might need to start a new page.” Kami is the president of Henderson’s DECA division and has been a part of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Student Ambassadors, Drama Club, Peers Project, Student Council, Prom Committee, Equality Club, Academic Team, and German Club. Out of everything she has been a part of, Kami said DECA is her favorite. Kami said she was always looking for “things that got me out of my comfort zone and made me socialize.” Kami is going to the University of Evansville to study Political Science and Marketing. She has taken all the marketing classes offered at the high school, and said that marketing, along with AP US History, is one of her favorite classes. As far as inspirational teachers go, Kami said she would have to pick Amanda Farhar and Courtney Givens, although she has many to thank. “Teachers have had the biggest impact in my life,” she explained. Kami says she’s ready to move on to the next big thing, and she can’t wait to graduate. She appreciates the class of 2018 because they are less divided than some of the other classes she has seen. Kami said that if she could have told herself one thing during her freshman year, it would have been that “seniors don’t care what you’re doing” and freshman shouldn’t be so afraid of them. Kami is one busy, dedicated student, and she is excited for her future at the University of Evansville.

laina Inge is a student that will be continuing her adventure in Henderson this fall at Henderson Community College. Alaina has not yet decided where she would like to go afterwards but believes it will be either Western Kentucky University or the University of Evansville. She has wanted to study chiropractic care for a long time, but her peer tutor class has inspired her so much that she is considering special education. Alaina’s peer tutor class, taught by the professor Alaina claims to have inspired her most, Mrs. Emmert, has been her favorite thing she’s had while at Henderson County High. Alaina has also taken Calculus A, B, and C and has enjoyed each class, along with the teacher, Brian Sullivan. Alaina says she has some mixed emotions about graduating. She is excited but also said it will be strange to move on. “Graduation used to feel so out of reach but now it’s in a month,” she said at the time of this interview. She is more excited for graduation than prom. “Prom has been so stressful,” she explained. All the students agreed with this statement. When asked about what she thought was unique about her class, Alaina agreed that the class was smart and mentioned that she believed there were many more students going to Henderson Community College than usual. During her time in high school, Alaina has been a part of the Prom Committee and Drama Club. Alaina wishes she could have told her freshman self “if you get lost, ask somebody because it’s really embarrassing to come into class late because you got lost or to walk into the wrong class.” Alaina is a very bright person with a very positive personality, and no matter where she ends up, it’s obvious that she will find friends and success. June // July 2018 . HENDERSON FAMILY

g NOLAN MELTON “Try to build good relationships with not only your teachers but your peers.”

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olan Melton is a very energetic student who wants to study chiropractic care at Olney Central Junior College in Olney, Illinois. Nolan’s favorite thing he has done at Henderson County High has been joining the baseball team. Nolan said he has been playing baseball since the 7th grade and has loved it ever since. Like Marvin and Kami, Nolan has also taken all the marketing classes offered at HCHS and said marketing has been his favorite class. Nolan said his most inspirational teachers have been his Personal Learning Time (PLT) teacher, Bob Sexton, and Amanda Joiner. Nolan said he loves hearing Mr. Sexton’s stories during his PLT and is thankful to have had him throughout his high school career. As far as school activities go, Nolan has been a part of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), DECA, baseball, and the peers project while at Henderson County High. Nolan also co-ops through his marketing class. Nolan is ready for graduation. “Sign me up,” he said. Nolan wishes he could have told himself four years ago: “Don’t take anything for granted because high school goes by too fast.” Nolan said his class is very creative and agreed with everyone else’s claims as well. Nolan was quick with a joke for almost every question asked and seemed like the type to get along with everyone. I believe he will have no trouble making friends in college, and I’m sure that no one in the Class of 2018 would disagree. Despite their differences, these students shared a few personality traits. All four were kind, all four were smart, all four were unbelievably witty, and all four were looking forward to their life beyond Henderson County High. They represent the Class of 2018 well and will each go far in the paths they have chosen. Kaycee Garner has lived in Henderson her entire life and plans to keep it that way. She loves animals and movies, and enjoys drawing with charcoal and working on local political campaigns in her spare time.

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Henderson Native

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takes on australia

adison Hutto is your average small-town girl. She is

with the most, Brulad, was one she was told she shouldn’t ride.

a Henderson native who graduated from Henderson

All of these horses came to love her. Three years after working on

County High School in 2015, with the dream of becoming

the farm, she took Brulad to horse camp. The farm became like

a veterinarian. This dream is becoming a reality as she was

a second home to her as she spent so much of her time caring for

recently accepted to intern in Sydney, Australia at the Randwick

these horses. “I fed them, brushed them, loved them, gave them

Equine Centre. Currently studying Pre-Veterinary Medicine at

baths, gave them treats, and bought stuff for them,” she said.

Murray State University, she plans to continue her education at

Sadly, Brulad passed away in 2017, but Madison has so many

Auburn University to complete veterinary school.

memories she will cherish forever. Madison’s time and dedication

to caring for these horses only confirmed just how passionate she

Madison has always been an animal lover. “I wanted to be a vet

at 5,” she said. At 8, she attended her first horse camp. “I think the

was about going into this profession.

horse craze probably started with camp,” she explained. That’s

when she became more interested in horses than other animals.

both high school and college have prepared her for this amazing

She attended horse camp every summer after that and went on to

opportunity. In high school, she was involved in Speech and

become a counselor for four years.

Debate, Drama Club, FFA, Band, National Honors Society

During high school, she worked at the Animal Hospital in

and was on the Vet Science Team through FFA where her team

Henderson for Dr. Cottingham and Dr. Stallins. She also took

placed 1st in State and she placed 11th in Nationals. In college,

care of three horses at Stanley and Karen (Wilson) Shield’s Farm,

she has been a Resident Assistant and involved with the Resident

where she fed and trained their horses. Madison explained that

College Council, President of her sorority Sigma Alpha, President

when she first started going to the farm, the horse she worked

of Speech and Debate and currently works on campus while

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Madison’s distinguished academics and extracurriculars in

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attending school.

will be responsible for observing and

“I’d primarily like to work with race horses, but I would

While interning at Randwick, Madison

like to partner with somebody to open a clinic. I would love

participating in stable rounds, case

to also work with small animals, but I want my primary to

workups and treatments, and

be race horses,” she explained.

assisting in surgeries, possible

Madison was required to do an internship abroad

yearling radiographs and

through the Honors College at Murray State University.

ambulatory veterinary

She hosted a program in her residential college through the Study Abroad Office two semesters ago. This was the first time she heard about doing an internship abroad and learned there were a lot of internship opportunities in Australia. The process consists of filling out paperwork, submitting a resume and setting up an interview. However, Madison did not receive an interview. Once she had submitted all documentation, she was called two days later about her placement in Australia. She was told it could take anywhere from two to 10 weeks before she heard anything, but Randwick made no hesitation. They knew they wanted

services.

Madison is scheduled

to leave for Australia on May 21 and will return to the U.S. on July 23.

“I am so incredibly

honored to be given this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work halfway around the world. I know not everyone can say that they are given this chance, so that makes it all the more

her to come intern at their facility this summer.

humbling. I can’t wait to see all the doors that this

experience opens for me as I continue my education and

Randwick Equine Centre is a practice fully devoted to

horses, ranging from miniature ponies to elite race horses.

work to fulfill my dream of being a veterinarian.”

MADISON AND BRULAD AT STANLEY AND KAREN (WILSON) SHIELD’S FARM

The hospital contains surgery and imaging suites, and they are specialized in surgery, anesthesia and medicine with their own laboratory.

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Lyndi Mauk, editor of Henderson Family Magazine, was born and raised in the Bluegrass State. She is grateful to be going through life alongside her husband and best friend, Brandon, and be a mother to their little girl.

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reading in the park I

t all began in 2013, when a school principal, librarian, and parks director met at a Henderson Leadership meeting. Aleisha, Danielle, and Mitzi were working on a totally different project, but their side conversations and friendship gave way to an amazing idea where kids could read and play in the park. Mitzi Weber, Henderson Co. Parks and Programs Director, recalls, “I had just transferred to the parks director. The new position gave me a good perspective on what was important to me and my community. My little one was doing the Accelerated Reader program, and we were heavily involved in finding ways to stress the importance of reading. The three of us started talking about reading and what an important foundation it was for a successful education.” Aleisha Sheridan and Ginger Ashby, past and current

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principals of Thelma B. Johnson Learning Center (TBJ) along with Stephanie Dowell, TBJ Family Resource Coordinator, were able to bring great insight and resources from the Early Childhood Council to aid everyone in this endeavor. Danielle Anguish, Henderson Co. Public Library Children’s Services Manager, explains, “We started in Freedom Park with the little shelter and one table. Before summer was over, we had outgrown the space and had to move into the Johnny Mathias Pavilion at the Fairgrounds, where we’ve been ever since. We have more and more kids attend every year.”

Building a Reading Foundation Reading in the Park takes place every summer, rain or shine. The program starts the first week in June and lasts

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until the third week in July. Danielle explains, “It started out being every Tuesday with the county parks, but then the city parks saw how much success we were having and wanted to become involved as well. Now, we have two sessions each week at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the fairgrounds and Thursday at Central Park.” Each week, one early reader type book is read aloud to the kids. A character from the book is also present for the kids to meet and take pictures with such as: Ladybug Girl, Peppa Pig or Pete the Cat. New and used donated books are available for the kids to borrow or keep, and the bookmobile is located at the county park each Tuesday. “We have a lot of avenues set up to get books into the hands of kids. We started out just reading a book and doing a craft, but now we have a lady that comes in and does exercises with them, which is great because it lets them get their wiggles out before we settle down to read,” Danielle adds.

Continued Success Reading in the Park was created to target early childhood reading literacy, and to give the kids something to do during the summer besides just technology. It wouldn’t have been possible without such a strong collaborative effort from so many different people and organizations. Danielle states, “The most rewarding and amazing part to me is how much people want to get involved and how gracious they are with their donations. People give because they truly believe in the program.” The farmers market has been involved since the beginning, and they often provide healthy recipes to stress the importance of healthy eating. Last year, Methodist Hospital provided healthy snacks as a part of their Better Bites program, and Henderson County Schools provide a free sack lunch to all the kids who attend. The program incorporates all the important elements for engaging with the kids. They get to eat, play outside in the park, and get a story read to them, and the entire community is invited to this free event. Mitzi confesses, “One of the things that kept coming back to us each week was how amazed we were at the success of it. Parents, grandparents, and babysitters were actively engaging with the children, not just sitting at the tables playing on their phones, but sitting on the ground and playing with the kids. Watching the interactions was one of the best things we could have seen because that’s what kids need. They need adults to engage and play with them. They need to know that we can play with them. You have to be an example setter, but you also have to be able to play with them, which isn’t hard at the park because it is the perfect setting for playing. How many places can you take your child to do that many things for free?” Please visit hcpl.org or contact Danielle Anguish at HCPL for a complete listing of engagement and reading activities scheduled for this summer. Mitzi Weber also has some teen engagement programs in the works, and she can be reached at 270-826-8843 or email mweber@hendersonky.us. HF

Erika Henderson is a freelance writer and life-long resident of Henderson County. She’s a nature lover and enjoys cooking, baking, and growing her own food.

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control

Q: I have twin boys, age 9, and I have a question about how I should handle their grandparents. I feel like both sets of grandparents spoil the boys and it is difficult to get them to follow the rules that my husband and I have set. It makes life harder when the boys are there because they act up and they do not listen. I always seem to hear, “They were fine until you got here!” I love them and I do not want to hurt their feelings. What can I do?

A: While scrolling through

be more mindful about the

the internet a few days ago,

rules when they are with your

I noticed a shirt for sale

sons.

that read “I don’t spoil my grandchildren, I am just very

accommodating,” and I had to

constantly. It drives me crazy.

laugh out loud. While this is a

Do you have any tips to stop

real issue many parents face,

the whining?

3-year-old

whines

it is hard to explain that to the people who raised you. My husband and I have a running joke that it takes us a full week to undo all of the damage our parents have done to our children in one weekend. In all seriousness, if this is something you cannot tolerate any longer I would encourage you to just communicate how you feel with both sets of grandparents. Kindly explain to them that you have rules for the children for a reason and you would

for

them to follow

A: As a parent of a 3-yearold boy, I can empathize with you on this subject. There are so many resources out there on parenting toddlers that it can be overwhelming. I like to remind parents every day that no one really knows what they are doing; it is all trial and error. What we do know is that whining at 3 is a perfectly typical behavior. At 3, your child still depends on you for almost everything, but they are starting to test you to see what they can and cannot get

those rules. More

away with doing. You can try

than likely once

to define what whining is to

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your child. Each time he or

understand it

she whines you can explain

bothers

you

to them that they are whining

they

will

and that you will not be giving

how

much

them what they want until they use their normal voice. This might take some time, but they will eventually catch on.

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Q: My son is 11 and he will be

might like. Middle school opens

of extracurricular activity and let

in middle school this fall. I have

up some of those interests that

him pick what it might be. There

highly encouraged him to try

your son might not have had

is academic team, archery, track

out for basketball, choir, or any

the opportunity to experience.

and field, basketball, football,

extracurricular activity. He says

Sometimes kids are nervous to start

and several different clubs he can

he is not interested and he might do

middle school and aren’t willing to

join. Also, our local UK Extension

it next year. I’m thinking he needs

commit to anything because they

Office has different options for

this for his future and it will help

just don’t know what to expect. You

that age group affiliated with 4-H

him make friends. Should I push

know your son and his interests.

that he might be interested in. The

him more or let it go?

If he has never been a sporty type

bottom line is yes, I suggest all

then I wouldn’t push sports on him,

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but he needs to be doing some type

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family life

he first day of school is just around the corner for students in Henderson County.

Soon buses will be spotted all over town as school children begin the 2018-2019 school year. For youngsters who will be 5 years old by August 1, 2018, another milestone will be awaiting—the first day of kindergarten! It’s an exciting time for most, but for some who are just beginning their educational journey, it can be quite intimidating for both the child and the parent. Elementary school sure is a big place when you are only 5 years old. Thankfully, the elementary schools in this district are ready and happy to welcome their new students and help ease fears.

“Kindergarten is a major milestone, not only

for the child, but also for the whole family,” Donna Jo Bugg, Guidance Counselor at Spottsville Elementary School said.

Mrs. Bugg has vast

experience with first-day-of-school-jitters.

She

has spent 18 years in education, including two and a half years teaching kindergarten.

She

has observed little ones of a wide variety walk into school for the very first time, some of them bravely marching in and others being carried in with nervous tears streaming down their cheeks. PHOTO BY GEORGE HENDERSON

KINDERGARTEN

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Like with any change, the transition of starting kindergarten can take some time to adjust. Fortunately, Mrs. Bugg has some ideas for how to make the passage less bumpy and the landmark start a bit smoother. “I think a parent’s attitude towards school has lasting effects on their child’s attitude towards school, self-esteem and achievements,” says Bugg. “One thing that parents can do to help prepare their child for kindergarten is make sure they are establishing a bedtime routine.” Children of all ages tend to go to bed later and sleep later into the mornings during summer break.

Beginning a more structured

bedtime routine a couple of weeks before school begins makes the shift easier on students of all HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

ages. “Establishing a bedtime and making sure they are getting enough sleep each night is important,” she suggests. Another instruction she offers is to help your child become more independent.

“Young children

should learn how to dress themselves, eat without assistance and learn about personal hygiene,” remarks Mrs. Bugg. This doesn’t mean that a kindergarten teacher won’t help assist a child in need of a little extra TLC, but it’s important to remember that the instructor’s primary responsibility is to grow their students academically, not cut up their lunches. “A lot of times with little ones, they are used to being with mom or dad or someone who helps them with all those things, so helping them before they start kindergarten by taking on more of those independent types of roles really helps.” Spottsville Elementary offers an event called “Popsicles on the Playground” for new students to dip their toe into the school experience before that first official day of school. “We have popsicles and games for the kids while the parents go to their child’s teacher and get all sorts of information about our school,” reassures Mrs. Bugg. “Both students and parents can ask questions and get comfortable with the school. It’s kind of like an open house.” Each elementary school will have similar events scheduled where parents can bring their new kindergartener to tour the school, meet their teacher and have questions answered. Go to henderson.kyschools.us for contact information, registration requirements, as well as dates and times for each school’s new student events. Kindergarten is a year full of personal growth, and it goes by so very quickly. The year will end with the same speed and excitement as when it began. It’s important to relax and not miss the beautiful inbetween.

Amanda Waggener is a blogger for the Huffington Post, author of No Grit No Pearl blog site and is a native of Henderson. She and her husband are the parents of two teenagers who they are raising with as much zeal as they can muster.

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10 WAYS TO HELP YOUR MIDDLE-SCHOOLER MANAGE STRESS From understood.org, a non-profit organization that believes, “With the right support, parents can help children unlock their strengths and reach their full potential.” ›› Help your child discover how they are feeling about a situation by asking specific, low stress questions, such as, “Are you nervous about the math test on Tuesday? How can we make sure you are prepared for it?” ›› Break homework down into manageable chunks each day. ›› Help your child prepare for new experiences and decrease anxiety by doing some research ahead of time and discussing expectations. ›› Celebrate small victories and take opportunities to praise accomplishments. ›› Suggest positive phrases for stressful situations. Instead of, “I’m an idiot, I’ll never get it,” suggest, “I can do it; it just might take a little while.” ›› Establish consistent routines for homework and afterschool activities. ›› Seek your child’s input on an activity that might help reduce stress, increase self-esteem, and help them to “blow off steam.” ›› Find a positive balance between afterschool activities and schoolwork. ›› Be specific about expectations. Rather than making a general statement like, “I need you to start taking more responsibility,” try saying, “I need you to start making your bed each morning before school,” and then demonstrate what that should look like. ›› If you still feel that your child is struggling with stress and anxiety, consider contacting someone outside of the family for them to talk to, such as a pediatrician or counselor.

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îremembranceï a father’s day

ather’s Day is a day we celebrate the wonderful men in our lives. Those who have raised us. Those who have stepped in and been the father they shouldn’t have been. The grandfathers, uncles and friends who will never know how much their love and support has meant in our lives. Kids pick out Father’s Day gifts for their dads with the allowance money they have been saving up. Families go out to dinner to their dad’s favorite restaurant. Father’s Day is a day of happiness. There is so much joy on this day showing our love and appreciation to the dads in our lives. However, you also find those who have lost their fathers, and this is where my story begins. Growing up, my dad was my best friend. He was my hero, and my biggest fan. He was a small business owner, which kept him very busy. However, this never took away from showing his love for his children, grandchildren, and his wife. He stood there after each recital to greet me with flowers. He drove to every basketball and soccer game no matter the distance. He encouraged me, supported me and pushed me. He was the man I looked up to. I was daddy’s little girl. April 2008 forever changed my life when my family found out that my dad had a rare form of bladder cancer. It could be treated, but there was no cure. There was one specific type of chemo his doctors felt would be our best option to provide him with the best quality of life, but it did not work as we had all hoped. That Father’s Day was like no other. It was the first that I truly appreciated the significance of this day, as I was slowly watching my dad’s life slip away and didn’t know if this would be the last Father’s Day spent with him. I was still in college working on my undergrad degree. I drove home every weekend to be with my dad, and I dreaded driving back to school each Sunday evening. The end of June rolled around, and my dad decided he wanted to go ahead with our family vacation to Panama City Beach. We only planned a short trip, but his doctors wanted him to take some time off to build his strength back up before trying

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a different type of chemo. The beach was his favorite place to be. No stress. No worries. Just his toes in the sand, a cool breeze and the sound of the waves hitting the shore. We received a call the second night we were there that my 8-year-old nephew had been taken to the ER. Early the next morning my dad woke me up, tears rolling down his face, and said we had to pack and get to Louisville. They found a tumor on my nephew’s brain stem. In that moment, my dad wasn’t the least bit concerned about his own health. All he cared about was being there for his grandson and his daughter. With answered prayers the tumor was removed as best it could, and it was benign. My nephew is 17-years-old now, and no one would ever know what he went through at such a young age. My parents stayed at my apartment in Louisville for two weeks because my dad was not leaving my sister’s side. That was just the man he was. Always putting everyone before himself. The second round of chemo really made him sick. It was so difficult seeing someone I loved so much become so ill. I remember sitting on the side of his bed just talking. We talked about our faith, how he wanted me to finish school and chase my dreams, that he wanted my little brother to walk me down the aisle in his place, and so much more. These weren’t conversations any 20-year-old wants to have with her daddy, but I am thankful for every one of those moments spent with him. By Christmas 2008, he had lost so much weight from being so sick that he didn’t look like himself. He was not giving up though. He was such an inspiration to everyone around him. His strength. His hope. His fight against this terrible disease. Then it happened. Good news! We found out he would be able to see a doctor at MD Anderson Cancer Center. I knew this was our answered prayer. He was in no condition to go just yet, but I couldn’t wait to get him down there. All he wanted to do was beat cancer, so he could go around and share his testimony with others. Three weeks later he fell by the side of his bed. My mom talked him into going to the hospital to get checked out. I talked to him on the phone that night not knowing it would be the last time I heard those three little words, “I love you.” I received a phone call from my mom the next morning around 4 a.m. on January 15, 2009. She told me I needed to get home. Everything became a blur at that moment. I was rushing around my apartment trying to throw clothes in a bag

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to make the two-hour drive home. It was the longest drive of my life. With my flashers on, all I kept saying was, “Please let me make it there.” Thankfully, I did make it in time. I was by his side, along with the rest of my family, when he was able to speak his last words “I love you” and took his last breath. Our first Father’s Day without him, I remember my brother and I placing a ribbon on his grave that said, “Happy Father’s Day.” I was so full of sadness because I was supposed to have my father here to celebrate. I realized, however, that even though he is no longer here physically doesn’t mean I can’t celebrate and remember him on this special day, or the days to come. Now that I am married, and we have a daughter of our own, I can celebrate my husband on this day. The father he is to our daughter. There are so many characteristics he has that remind me of my father, and I just look up, smiling, knowing my dad would love the man I chose to marry. I was 21 years old when he passed. He missed my college graduation, my wedding and the birth of my first child, but I have always tried my best to remain strong in my faith knowing that’s what he would have wanted. For example, my husband and I were married on my dad’s birthday! It’s a special day I get to share with him. Even though he is no longer here on Father’s Day, I can still find so much joy in life knowing I wouldn’t be where I am today without him. There are so many who can relate to my story, but I encourage you to spend this Father’s Day celebrating in remembrance if you have lost your father. Go out to his favorite restaurant. Bake his favorite dessert. Watch old home videos or look back through pictures. Take your family and do something he always enjoyed like fishing, hiking or golfing. For example, my dad loved going to the movies. Do whatever makes you feel close to your father this Father’s Day and enjoy celebrating in memory of him! If your father is still here, let him know how much he means and make him feel extra special because we truly never know what tomorrow brings. Happy Father’s Day from our family to yours! HF

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Our Summer ! Bucket List

26 things to do

in Henderson this summer 1

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Tinkergarten is coming to Henderson this summer at the John James Audubon State Park! Bring your kids and come ready to explore the outdoors with this 6-week class! Tinkergarten is an outdoor facilitated class designed to help a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s development from ages 18-months to 8-years-old. It focuses on communicating, problem solving, creativity and imagination, motor skills, empathy, teamwork, self-control and much more!

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Henderson County Farmers Market

The Henderson County Farmers Market offers a wide variety of fresh produce to the community. Bring the kids to help pick out fruits and vegetables that are on the menu for the week.

Born to Move

What better way to encourage exercising to your kids to promote health and wellness than to participate in classes together or allow them to experience how fun exercising can be by themselves! This fun-filled exercise class, held at the YMCA, keeps you moving through dance. Children age 4-13 must be accompanied by a parent/adult; 14 and over may take the class without a parent/adult.

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4 TEEN NIGHT TUESDAY: GAME AND MOVIE NIGHT AT THE FAIRGROUNDS Teens just want to have fun! Every Tuesday night in June, teens can come together at the fairgrounds. There will be games, such as cornhole and basketball, an open mic, food and a movie!

YMCA Day Camp

SCHOOL’S OUT SCIENCE CAMPS

Let your kids join in on the fun this summer at the YMCA’s 2018 Day Camp for both members and non-members ages 6-12. Go to the movies every Wednesday and don’t miss out on a day full of games and fun!

The perfect opportunity for your children to experience a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) program this summer hosted by the Preston Arts Center, Henderson Community College and Kentucky Science Center. These camps provide children ages 6-11 the opportunity to learn and practice their STEM skills.

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Independence Bank 4th of July Fest

With more than 5,000 attendees every year, this makes for a fun evening with family and friends at Audubon Mill Park and Henderson Riverfront. Filled with live music, food, family-friendly activities and fireworks over the river, you won’t want to miss this event!

9 Bike Along the Canoe Creek Nature Trail Stop and take advantage of the educational benefits offered as there are 24 different types of trees found on this trail to learn about.

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Riverfront Fountain Play Area Let the kids splash around at the fun water park fountains! There are two designated splash areas. One is a large area that contains 45 jets ranging in height up to 15 feet. The smaller area is for toddler-sized kids.

Disc Golf Course

Henderson County Fair

Enjoy the day with your family completing the 18-hole course at 1813 N. Elm Street! You can swing by Dairy Queen on N. Green St. for a cold treat afterwards!

Summer isn’t summer without the county fair! Head on down to the fairgrounds for pageants, tractor pulls, auctions, petting zoos and much more. There is fun for the entire family to enjoy! Check our calendar for more details. June // July 2018 . HENDERSON FAMILY

fun day trips within two hours of Henderson

Dinosaur World Cave City, KY | Open daily: 8:30am - 5pm Wander among hundreds of life-sized dinosaurs in a natural setting. Interactive exhibits capture your kids’ imaginations. Dino-themed playground features slides, swings and all-around family fun. Friendly dogs on leashes are welcome. Cost: Adult - $12.75; Child 3-12 - $9.75; Child 2 and under - free

Lost River Cave

12 Summer Reading Program

Sometimes those hot summer days just make you want to sit inside with a good book. Take advantage of the Henderson County Public Library’s Summer Reading program where your children can continue working on their reading skills and earn prizes all at the same time!

Bowling Green, KY | Open daily: 9am - 5pm Ride Kentucky's only underground boat tour! Stretch your legs on nearly two miles of easy walking trails, one of which leads to the natural spring. Kids can enjoy a butterfly habitat, geocaching, bird bingo, and the Nature trading Post where they can trade outdoor finds for prizes. Cost: Adult - $16.95; Child 4-11 - $11.95; Child 3 and under - $4.95

Garden of the Gods Herod, IL Shawnee National Forest is in Southeastern Illinois. Garden of the Gods covers 3,300 acres of land. Enjoy the 5.5 miles of interconnecting trails while hiking or horseback riding. Cost: No fee for hiking. $10 camping fee (if you decide to extend your stay)

Mesker Park Zoo Evansville, IN | Open daily: 9am – 4pm Connecting people with the world around them happens naturally at Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden. Your visit to Indiana’s first zoo offers a worldwide adventure as you encounter over 700 animals representing 186 species from around the globe. Cost: Adults - $9.50; Child 3-12 - $8.50; Child 2 and under - free

Children's Museum of Evansville (CMOE) Evansville, IN | Open Tuesday - Sunday, check website for hours CMOE hosts four main galleries, plus a multimedia theater entitled the “Freedom Gallery.” 'Work Smart' focuses on engineering skill development and the freedom to build and create. “Quack Factory” encourages explorers to follow a process and execute a plan for accomplishing a task while also offering physical challenges within a 28 foot climbing structure. The Quack Factory also provides water activities in the Wet Deck. “Speak Loud” encourages children, among other activities, to dramatize a familiar story, play instruments from around the world, create an artistic masterpiece and express their feelings through music, drama, and the visual arts. Cost: 18 months and over - $8

Holiday World & Splashin' Safari Santa Claus, IN | Check website for hours The theme park is divided into four sections that celebrate Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving and the Fourth of July with rides, live entertainment, games, and attractions. Holiday World is known for its three wooden roller coasters: The Raven, The Legend, and The Voyage, as well as for Thunderbird, a launched Wing Coaster, and The Howler. The safari-themed water park includes the world's two longest water coasters: Wildebeest and Mammoth, numerous family raft rides and water slides, two wave pools, a lazy river, two family "tipping bucket" water-play attractions, plus dedicated children's slides and play areas. Cost: See website for ticket details

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HENDERSON FLASH BASEBALL It’s not summer without a little baseball! Spend some of your summer nights at the baseball field supporting and watching Henderson’s collegiate baseball team. Home opening game is May 31.

Downtown Wind Down Prepare for the weekend every Thursday night in June and July with family and friends. Visit local shops, enjoy food from vendors while listening to live music and bring your kids to participate in fun activities and crafts.

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Volunteer at the Humane Society

The Henderson County Humane Society is always in need of volunteers. Call ahead of time and see if they are low on supplies!

28th Annual WC Handy Blues and Barbeque Festival

Experience four days of free live blues music on the beautiful Henderson riverfront from June 13â&#x20AC;&#x201C;16. Handy Lunch Breaks will be hosted by select restaurants in downtown Henderson along with Handy Happy Hours.

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Parents night out at

SANDY LEE WATKINS SONGWRITERS’ FESTIVAL { by: erika henderson }

Many parents feel as though they are stuck in a rut come

Assisted Living feel about the event. “A lot of our residents can’t

summertime. There’s so much to do and so many places to be.

wait to attend, and every year we hear from guests that wish they

Kids’ sports are in full swing, there’s yard work to be done, and

had been coming since the first year. Once you come, you’re

all those outdoor chores that were put off until better weather

hooked. The evening provides an escape from all your worries.

still need to be completed. But, parents, don’t let this summer

You get lost in the entertainment the songwriters bring to our

slip through your fingers. This year, make it a goal to relax and

hometown. It is an unforgettable night you and your friends will

spend more time with each other. Parent nights out are perfect for

be talking about for a long time.”

connecting with each other, socializing with friends, and building happy memories together. Parents looking for something fun, relaxing, and entertaining to do this summer don’t have to look far. Downtown Henderson is the perfect place for entertainment and delicious food this summer, and several events will be taking place downtown this summer like the Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriters’ Festival.

The Songfest has all the elements for a great parent’s night out.

It’s a relaxing but exciting night out on the town where good food and good entertainment can be enjoyed by all. The festival attracts

An evening for guests usually starts with dinner at a local

restaurant in Henderson, shopping, and then visiting a venue of choice for the show. This year’s venues include Rookies Restaurant Bar and the Moose Lodge from July 25 to July 28.

The Songfest is a tax exempt, non-profit charitable organization,

named in honor of the late Henderson County Judge/Executive, Sandy Lee Watkins. Sandy enjoyed the first year of the songfest back in 2010 and looked forward to growing the event. Last year’s event had over 3,000 people in attendance. The proceeds benefited

people from teenagers to senior adults and spans over a four-night

Audubon Kids Zone, Brain Injury Adventure Camp, HCHS FFA

period. Guests who attend get to relax and enjoy an evening of

“Shark Tank” Scholarship Fund and the Henderson County

hearing acoustic performances by some of Nashville’s award

Diabetes Coalition.

winning singer/songwriters and up and coming talented artists.

Attendees also get to experience up-close and personal storytelling

out with your loved ones this summer. For more information on

as to how and why some of their favorite songs were written.

ways to become a sponsor, ticket sales, songwriter information,

and much more please visit sandyleesongfest.com

Jessica Pritchett Beaven explains how residents of Colonial

Get your tickets now and start planning a great parent’s night

Sponsored by

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18 CHILDRENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HANDY ART CAMP & UMBRELLA WORKSHOP

If you want to prepare for the Branaman Street Strut Parade on Saturday, June 16, come join the camp beforehand on June 14 for the opportunity to decorate your umbrella!

Annual Kids Fishing Derby

What better time than to practice those fishing techniques this summer. Held at the John James Audubon State Park, children ages 5-16 can participate to learn and earn prizes. With experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife, your children are sure to become fishing pros.

20 HIT THE MOVIE THEATER Take a break from the hot summer heat and enjoy a great movie with family and friends. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget the popcorn and candy!

Take a Boat Ride

Rent a canoe, kayak or pedal boat at John James Audubon State Park.

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P RI NCESS AT TH E CASTL E

Ellis Park

Every little girl dreams of being a princess, and this summer that dream can become a reality at John James Audubon State Park. Girls age 6-8 will spend three days doing art projects, learning about reptiles, playing with bubbles and chalk art and learning about Lucy Audubon. The last day will end with a Tea Party where the girls can dress up as their favorite princess.

Downtown Summer Sales

Do some back-to-school shopping and support your local downtown businesses by visiting their stores July 26-27 to get the best summer deals.

Ellis Park offers a live experience of thoroughbred horse racing right here for the tri-state area. Summer horse racing begins July 1 and is every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Labor Day weekend. Don’t worry about the cost, it’s free admission for everyone!

Missoula Children’s Theatre presenting Snow White

Calling all actors/actresses in town! This is a great way for children to practice their acting as they audition and perform in this year’s summer program. Children and students 1st-12th grades are eligible and encouraged to audition. Let the fun begin!

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Homemade

“nice” cream PHOTOS BY JAMIE ALEXANDER

What’s better than a delicious, cold dessert on a hot summer day? A guilt-free one. That’s right! We have provided you with step-by-step instructions on how to mix your favorite flavors into one healthy dish with this homemade Neapolitan ice cream recipe! With only four ingredients, this vegan, gluten-free treat is sure to become a favorite for your entire family to enjoy this summer!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED VANILLA: ›› 2 ripe bananas ›› 2 tablespoons of unsweetened vanilla almond milk STRAWBERRY: ›› 2 ripe bananas ›› 1 ¼ cup of strawberries, quartered ›› 2 tablespoons of unsweetened vanilla almond milk 40 HENDERSON FAMILY

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CHOCOLATE: ›› 2 ripe bananas ›› ¼ cup of cocoa powder ›› 2 tablespoons of unsweetened vanilla almond milk

PREPARATION

1. The night before, cut your bananas into thin slices and strawberries into quarters. In single layers, place the fruit on a baking sheet. Cover with cling wrap and freeze. 2. For the vanilla, add 2 frozen bananas and 2 tablespoons of unsweetened vanilla almond milk into a blender. Blend until smooth. Scoop into a bowl. Cover and place into freezer until needed. 3. For the strawberry, add 2 frozen bananas, frozen strawberries and 2 tablespoons of unsweetened vanilla almond milk. Blend until smooth, scraping down if needed. Scoop into a bowl. Cover and place into freezer until needed. 4. For chocolate, add 2 frozen bananas, cocoa powder and unsweetened vanilla almond milk. Blend until smooth. 5. In a 9x5 inch loaf pan, scoop large servings of the vanilla, strawberry and chocolate ice cream. 6. Smooth out the top. Serve immediately or cover and freeze for later. Allow 10-15 minutes to thaw before serving. ENJOY! HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

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owensboro parent

kids triathlon P H O T O S B Y TAY LO R W E S T

O u r Fav o r i t e E ven t of t h e Su mmer !

he kid’s triathlon, presented by Independence Bank, has proven to be a popular event for our sister publication, Owensboro Parent. The staff over at Owensboro Parent says is inspirational to see such young kids complete a task that many adults have never even attempted. Organizer, Robert Williams, says, “I have found myself getting emotional watching on race day or even watching footage after the event.” This summer, Henderson Family would like to invite your family to head over to Owensboro and cheer on your child as they complete a three-part event—trust us, you are sure to be inspired! We promise they don’t care about speed or what place you finish. We all just want to promote health in a way that the whole family can benefit. For those of you who have never been to a triathlon, we hope to provide you with an overview of the event so that you will know what to expect on race day.

Chip Timing

We are excited to announce that Gateway Urgent Care has provided chip timing for this year’s race. This means that each racer will wear a strap on his/her leg to track their progress and provide their finish time in the race. This will provide immediate feedback as to the racer’s finish and split times. At the end of the race these results will be available immediately and then available online. There will be a touch screen kiosk onsite and a print out with the racers information for them to take home.

Swim

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Swimming can seem a little scary to those who don’t do it regularly. Our event is designed for all levels. We encourage you to bring your life jacket, floaties, or borrow one of our kickboards if that helps. We will have lifeguards available in the pool as well. The 4-6 year old participants will just do one length of the pool. The 7-10 year old participants will do three lengths. At each end they will duck under the lane or climb over to head back down the pool. The 11-14 year old participants will complete five lengths.

Bike

When they finish the swim, they will leave the pool and head to the transition area. This is where they will prepare for the bike portion of the course. They will put on their helmet (required to participate), shoes and head out on their bike. The bike course will be manned with volunteers and colorcoded arrows directing racers on the course. Course maps and videos can be found on owensboroparent.com/triathlon. Ryan Clark from Legends shared with Owensboro Parent that “it is important to inflate tires to the recommended pressure and to always check your brakes before riding your bicycle.”

Run

After completing the bicycle course, participants will enter the transition area, park their bike, and head out to the run course. Again, there will be volunteers and colored arrows directing runners on the course. We hope to see you there on July 21 for the third annual Owensboro Parent Kid’s Triathlon at the Owensboro Family YMCA. Until then, get outside, take a bike ride, jump in the pool and take a walk or a jog with your child. HF

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dining guide

J&B Barbecue 48 S Holloway St | 270-830-0033 Hello. We are John Klein and Barry Burton, known in Henderson as J&B Barbecue. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve both enjoyed cooking and barbecuing our entire lives. Once we both retired, we devoted ourselves to serving up the best barbecue in Henderson. We think so, anyway. What started as selling out of East End Hardware grew into catering until we got busy enough to build our storefront at Washington and Holloway. Our dining room is cozy and our pick-up window stays busy. We recommend our open pit chicken to first-timers. You might want to finish it off with cherry delight or banana pudding. Come and see us! 44 HENDERSON FAMILY

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Tacoholics 122 First Street | 270-957-5001 Located in downtown Henderson, Tacoholics continues to grow at its new location at 122 First Street. Tacoholics has taken the old downtown diner and former creamery and turned it into the go-to-place for traditional Mexican food. Along with the larger location, a larger menu was debuted. In just two years, we have earned a reputation for traditional, authentic Mexican dishes such as Mexican Street Tacos (yellow tortillas filled with steak, grilled chicken, beef tongue, or pork) and Sopes (round tortilla topped with vegetables and meat), but we also offer Americanized Mexican recipes that appeal to younger generations. Look for several improvements and additions as we approach our 2-year-anniversary. New menu items include: Cochinita Pibil, shredded pork with spices and habaneros for an extra kick, served with a side salad with red onions and cabbage; and Tortas, a sub-like sandwich on telera bread filled with any meats offered in our street tacos. We are also bringing live entertainment back starting in May. Tacoholics is the perfect place to enjoy the weather and great food while listening to live music. Tacoholics continues to mix the best of both worlds by mixing the Kentucky culture with the Mexican culture!

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dining guide

美味餐廳

Yum Yum Chinese Restaurant

241 South Green St., Henderson, KY 42420 Phone: 270-957-5083 | Fax: 270-957-5073 Open 7 days a week

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The name says it all! Henderson’s newest Chinese restaurant hopes customers’ reactions to their food will reflect the name of their new establishment. Yum Yum Chinese restaurant, which opened its doors in the former Dairy Bar at 241 South Green St., focuses its business on the pickup orders, either at the counter or through the drive-through window. There is one four-top table inside right now, and owners Phillip Mah and Xue (pronounced Sue) Ying Mah, say they might squeeze in a couple more. Customers can call 270-957-5083 or fax orders to 270-957-5073. They are open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Yum Yum’s owners have operated, owned and/or helped with multiple restaurant locations in the tri-state area. Originally from Canton, or Guangzhou, in southern China, they now reside in Evansville. Phillip said they opened Yum Yum in Henderson because he thinks both the town, and the spot on South Green, are a good location. Yum Yum is not a buffet and everything is cooked fresh and there is no MSG, Phillip says. All the traditional American Chinese dishes are available, and the menu includes appetizers, lunch specials, combination platters, and even party trays.

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La Campirana 2630 US-41B We are very excited to be bringing our very authentic Mexican food to Henderson! What makes us unique is that we offer food like you can find in the countryside of both central and southern Mexico. A large variety of our ingredients and spices are imported from Mexico because we want you to experience Mexicoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s true flavor. Our food is fresh, very healthy and made from scratch every morning. Our recipes were inherited from our relatives that are celebrated cooks in our native Mexican towns. We offer 13 different choices of protein from beef, pork, chicken and fish. Sopes, one of our customer favorites, are fresh corn dough flatbreads filled with your choice of meat and dressed with festive vegetable toppings. Everyone loves our authentic enchiladas, a true rendering of the ancestral recipe, tortillas are first dipped in savory sauce and then put on the grill and served on a bed of roasted potatoes and carrots! Our mouthwatering Tortas, Mexican sandwiches, are delicious and served with a variety of fresh ingredients and your choice of meat. In Mexico, households typically finish their meal and have a cup of fresh fruit. Therefore, we offer a fruit bar. Our most popular fruit salad comes with yogurt and a variety of toppings to choose from like crunchy granola, coconut flakes or toasted almonds. We also offer real fruit smoothies and freshly squeezed juices! Our most popular artisan drink is the Mangonada, a spicy mango smoothie! We are open 7 days a week from 11 a.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8 p.m. Come experience a fresh, new Mexican-style taste!

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Big O Takeout bigotakeout.com | 270-297-9036

Too tired to cook? Big O Takeout has you covered! This amazing delivery service started in February 2017 in Owensboro with six restaurants, and within a year had grown to 26 restaurants! Due to a high demand from our community, they decided to bring their service to Henderson. They officially opened in March of 2018. Currently, they are delivering food for six restaurants in Henderson and are looking for more! These include Yum Yum, Tacoholics, Rookies, Penn Station, Brown Bag Burgers, and J&B Barbecue. At Big O Takeout, their goal is to provide a much-needed service, create jobs, and increase revenue for their restaurants.Â Their delivery area is the entire 42420 zip code. The cost is $4.99 for deliveries up to 8 miles from the restaurant and an extra $1 per mile beyond that. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a restaurant partner or driver, they can apply online at www.bigotakeout. com. To place your order, go online to bigotakeout.com or download the Big O Takeout app. Select the items you would like delivered; you can pay with credit or cash. Once your order has been placed, you can kick back, relax, and before you know it a driver will be knocking on your door with your food and a Big O smile!Â

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> Fun

f0r the entire

family { by: lyndi mauk }

attiTown, located in Evansville, Indiana, is a family entertainment center with a full buffet, including a salad bar, pizza, pasta, potato bar, nacho bar, soup, vegetables and dessert. There is plenty for the entire family to choose from. They also offer a wide variety of games for all ages such as the Walking Dead game, Kung Fu Panda, Giant Piano Keys, various racing, air hockey, skeeball and dancing games. And, their prize room is packed full! My family and I had the opportunity to spend an afternoon at GattiTown this spring. Our daughter loves GattiTown. The food. The games. What’s not to love? My personal favorite is their salad bar. They have a wide variety of toppings to choose from. If only I could make a salad like this at home! And their pizza. Talk about a selection. What makes the experience even better is you may request any kind of pizza you like, and they will gladly make it for you. I always go for traditional—pepperoni—but my husband likes to venture out and tried their buffalo chicken pizza.

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He said it was delicious. My 2-year-old daughter, Sadie, isn’t picky, and she likes a variety of food on her plate. She loves their mac-n-cheese, sweet potatoes and pizza, or should I say the chocolate pudding might be her favorite? When I say there is more than enough to keep you and your kids busy for hours, I truly mean it. GattiTown continues to grow with a selection of games that entertain all ages. I can’t wait until Sadie gets a little older to play laser tag, ride the bumper cars and frog hopper and jump on the bungee trampoline. Those were always some of my favorites growing up, but she really enjoys playing basketball, bowling, riding their miniature merry-go-round and playing Pirate’s Hook, a fishing game! There is one aspect of the restaurant/entertainment industry I am always aware of and that is customer service. I can’t even begin to explain how wonderful and impressed I am time-and-time again by their service. The buffet is always full. The salad bar fresh and stocked. The three eating areas,

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game room and bathrooms are so clean. Their staff does an amazing job serving those of us within the tri-state area! What makes GattiTown so special to Henderson? It may be across the bridge, but the co-owner of GattiTown, Sabrina Luntsford Zeidler, is one of our own. She grew up in Henderson and always had a dream to own her own business. She wanted something family-oriented that her entire family could enjoy. GattiTown opened its doors in 2008 and will be celebrating their 10-year-anniversary in August! They are planning a celebration that will include free games so be watching for details. What a great way for us to show our support! GattiTown has special offers through both their email club and on their Facebook page. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out taking your family to experience GattiTown this summer at 316 N. Green River Rd., Evansville, IN. For more information, visit gattitownevansville.com. HF

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RESTAU R AN T D I R EC TO RY Here is a list of restaurants that Henderson Family Magazine compiled. Full disclosure though: with new restaurants popping up every day, a list like this is difficult to maintain. Openings, closings, and relocations are subject to change. That being said, if you notice any updates we need to make on this list, please email lyndi@tannerpublishing.com.

Agaves Mexican Grill Mexican Food 2003 Stapp Drive 270-957-5028

Algonquins Bar and Grill Pizza/Bar 213 US-41 S 270-827-4313

Applebee’s Bar & Grill 1950 US-41 270-826-9427

Arby’s Fast Food 2067 US-41 270-827-3333

Unique Menu Item! Roasted Cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts

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Bangie’s Café

Cracker Barrel

Domino’s Pizza

Fried Chicken 2036 Madison Street 270-869-8999

American Food

Pizza 700 Second Street 270-826-7888

Bliss Artisan Pizza & Ice Cream 130 N Main Street

2130 US-60 E 270-826-5482

Dairiette Grill American Food 711 Atkinson Street

Brown Bag Burgers

270-826-2401

American Food 350 Fourth Street 270-212-0403

Dave’s Pizza

Cancun Mexican Restaurant Mexican Food 341 S Green Street 270-826-0067

Captain D’s Fish/Seafood Fast Food 437 N Green Street 270-826-1929

Commonwealth Kitchen + Bar Seafood/Sandwiches/ Bar 108 Second Street 270-212-2133

Pizza 614 N Green Street 270-826-8111

Unique Menu Item! Brain Sandwich

Denny’s American Food 1956 US-41 270-827-2586

Donut Bank

Donuts/Bakery 2630 US-41 270-212-0181

DQ Grill & Chill Restaurant American Food 930-B N Green Street 270-827-4625

Eastgate Family Restaurant American Diner 1648 Second Street 270-826-2654

Farmer & Frenchman Italian Food/Winery 12522 Highway 41 South Robards, KY 270-748-1856

Fazoli’s American Italian 192 Garden Mile Road 270-228-4444

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Firedome Pizza 512 Barrett Blvd 270-831-1977

Geneva Store Homemade Soups & Sandwiches 2879 State Route 136 W 270-827-1909

Golden Corral Buffet 1320 N Green Street 270-869-9310

Kelsey G’s Pizza & More Pizza 508 Watson Lane 270-830-0039

Unique Menu Item! Menudo

(beef stomach)

and Cabesa

(roasted head)

KFC Fried Chicken 2236 US-41 N 270-826-1400

Bakery 1347 Washington Street 270-826-3008

La Campirana Mexican 2630 US-41B

Grandy’s Little Caesars Pizza Pizza 506 N Green Street 270-831-1800

Hardee’s Long John Silver’s Fast Food 100 N Green Street 270-827-0245

Fish/Seafood Fast Food 1905 US-41 270-826-4563

Heady’s Pizza

Los Toribio

Pizza 2278 S Green Street 270-212-3700

Mexican Food 1647 S Green Street 270-831-2367

Hunan Restaurant

Mama’s Pizza

Chinese Food 1765 S Green Street 270-827-2229

Pizza 1526 N Green Street 270-830-0101

J&B Barbecue

Mandarin House

Barbecue 48 S Holloway Street 270-830-0033

Chinese Food 1111 Barrett Blvd. 270-826-3001

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On Deck Bar & Grill

Fast Food 2053 US-41 N 270-827-1222 122 S Green Street 270-826-0800

Sandwiches/Seafood 100 Second Street 270-826-2424

Medina’s (inside Alondra's Mexican Store) Mexican Food 1035 Washington Street 270-830-7130

Papa John’s Pizza Pizza 418 Center Street 270-826-4444

Papaw’s Poole Mille Restaurant

Burgers, beansoup 1000 Powell Street 270-826-9461

Old Fashioned Country Cooking 9526 Highway 41A Poole, KY 270-639-9020

Mr. B’s Pizza

Penn Station

Metzger’s Tavern

Golden Glaze Bakery

American Food 2005 US-41 270-826-8974

McDonald’s

Pizza 2611 US-41 270-826-1111

Mr. D’s American Food 1435 S Green Street 270-826-2505

Grilled Sub Sandwiches 1111 Barret Blvd H 270-826-7361

Pizza Hut Pizza 2041 US-41 N 270-827-4141

New China Restaurant

Pony Express Pizza

Chinese Buffet 2606 Zion Road 270-830-9438

Pizza 343 Third Street 270-826-2770

Niagara General Store Fish Fry, Home-Cooked Meals 3953 State Route 416 W 270-521-7778

North South Truck Stop Café Flapjacks/Fried Food 14260 US Highway 41 S Robards, KY 270-521-7805

Unique Menu Item! Froglegs

Rally’s Fast Food 1927 US-41 N 270-869-8251

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Rick’s Una Pizza Pizza 338 S Green Street 270-826-2242

Rockhouse at Wolf’s Pizza 31 N Green Street 270-212-1400

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Dining Out

with Kids 5 tips to make your dining out experience enjoyable! 1) Go Prepared It’s always a good idea to come prepared to keep them amused while sitting at the dinner table. Come prepared with snacks, books or toys that won’t disturb other restaurant guests.

2) Beat the Crowd Try to go at a time when you know there won’t be a wait. It will prevent your little one from becoming restless as there will be less of a wait time, if any, and your dinner will be served much more quickly!

3) Reward Eating Out If a child knows this is a special event, they are much more likely to behave because they see it as a privilege to eat somewhere outside of the home.

4) Order the Usual Don’t let this be a time your child tries something new. Stick to their favorites. Then everyone is happy!

5) Work Together Kids require a lot of attention. Eating out should involve both parents managing the table. Take turns eating, if needed. One parent may provide the child assistance and attention while the other parent eats and vice versa.

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270-830-9577 177 N Gardenmile Road 270-826-7827 2525 US Highway 41 270-826-3183

Taco Bell American Mexican 1917 US-41 270-831-2606

Pizza 14274 US-41 Robards, KY 270-521-1000

Taco John’s

Rookies

Tacoholics

Sports Bar & Grill 117 Second St (270) 826-1106

Mexican Food 122 First Street 270-957-5001

Shoney’s

Thomason’s Barbeque

American Buffet 2452 US-41 270-830-6555

Barbecue 701 Atkinson Street 270-826-0654

Second Street Treats

Tom’s Smokin Bar-B-Q

Frozen Yogurt 223 Second Street 270-957-5064

Sidewalk Café Café 228 Second Street 270-831-2233

Sonic Drive-In Fast Food 2150 US-60 270-826-5628

Starbucks Coffee 2600 US-41

Stone Hill Honey Farmer Market Café 132 Water Street 270-724-2108

Subway Sub Sandwiches 1725 S Green Street

American Mexican 1949 US-41 270-830-6585

Barbecue 223 Second Street 270-827-5338

Tokyo Teppanyaki Japanese Food 2222 US-41 N 270-869-1968

Tumbleweed Tex Mex Grill & Bar Bar & Grill 1868 US-41 270-869-9800

Wendy’s Fast Food 202 N Green Street 270-869-9460 1961 US-41 270-826-1327

Yum Yum Chinese Food 241 Green St. 270-957-5083

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tips for

firework safety { by: ashley sorce }

A family canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have Fourth of July without fireworks. But before your family celebrates, make sure everyone knows about firework safety.

If not handled properly, fireworks can cause burn and eye injuries in kids and adults. Maybe the best way to protect your family is not to use any fireworks at home. Attend public fireworks displays, like the Independence Bank 4th of July Celebration.

But if your family likes to have your own spectacular display, be sure to keep these safety tips in mind >>

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Kids should never play with fireworks. Things like firecrackers, rockets, and sparklers are just too

and leaves and flammable substances.

dangerous. If you give kids sparklers,

The National Fire Protection Association

make sure they keep them outside and

estimates that local fire departments

away from the face, clothing, and hair.

respond to more than 50,000 fires

Sparklers can reach 1,800°F (982°C) —

caused by fireworks each year.

hot enough to melt gold.

Point fireworks away from homes, and keep away from brush

Buy only legal fireworks (Legal fireworks have a label with the

Light one firework at a time (not in glass or metal

Don’t allow kids to pick up pieces of fireworks after an event. Some may still be

containers), and never relight a dud.

manufacturer’s name and directions; illegal ones are unlabeled.) and store them in a cool, dry place.

Always use fireworks outside and have a bucket of water

Don’t hold fireworks in your hand or have any part of your

ignited and can explode at any time. Soak all fireworks in a bucket of water

and a hose nearby in case of accidents.

body over them while lighting. Wear

before throwing them in the trash can.

Think about your pet. Animals have sensitive ears and can be extremely frightened or stressed on

some sort of eye protection, and avoid

the Fourth of July. Keep pets indoors to

carrying fireworks in your pocket — the

reduce the risk that they’ll run loose or

friction could set them off.

get injured.

Fireworks are meant to be enjoyed, but you’ll enjoy them much more knowing your family is safe. Take extra precautions this Fourth of July and your holiday will be a blast!

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the

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*The Kids Eat Free list is subject to change. Please contact restaurants to ensure their participation. Restaurants, please contact ashley@tannerpublishing.com with additions or corrections.

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Sunday Tumbleweed 1 free kids meal for every adult entree

Monday Rookies Sports Bar & Grill Kids under 8 eat free 4-10pm Grandy’s .99 kids meal with adult purchase

Tuesday

Pizza Hut 1 free kids meal per adult entree (buffet only)

Thursday Captain D’s 2 free kids meals with adult meal purchase. Kids drinks are .99.

Saturday Tacoholics 1 free kids meal per adult entree

Ongoing

Golden Corral Ages 4-12 $1.99 5-9pm Ages 3 and under eat free

Brown Bag Burgers 1 free kids meal with purchase of 2 adult meals—breakfast, lunch, or supper.

Denny’s 2 free kids meals per adult entree ($6 or more) from 4-10pm. Kids drinks are .99.

Shoney’s Kids under 4 eat free with adult purchase. Kids drinks are .99.

Fazoli’s .99 kids meal with adult purchase 5-8pm

Wendy’s $1.99 kids meals after 4pm promotion certain times of the year. Call for details.

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Informing Hendersonians about fun, local events is a priority for Henderson Family Magazine. Our magazine compiles events with help from the community calendar found at several online locations, including the City of Henderson and the Henderson County Tourist Commission’s websites. Want to include your event? Visit hendersonky.org/event.

Ĩ ONGOING EVENTS

ACCELERATED READER Everyday ALL Summer! Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Attention all Henderson County elementary and middle school students! Accelerated Reader will be available at your public library this summer! Take tests and earn prizes! Stop by HCPL Children’s Department for more information! Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712

SUMMER READING FOR HENDERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY KIDS Everyday ALL Summer! Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Winning prizes and earning AR points is easy this summer at your public library. Step 1: Register for Summer Reading Step 2: Complete your reading bookmark by reading 10 books and writing down their titles. Step 3: Return your bookmark to the Children’s Department. Step 4: Earn your prizes and be entered into a drawing for various gift cards! Step 5: Keep reading! The more bookmark entries you have the better chance you have to win! Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712 HENDERSON FLASH BASEBALL Henderson County High School B.T. Wayne Field / 2424 Zion Road It’s not summer without a little baseball! Spend some of your summer nights and weekends supporting and watching Henderson’s collegiate baseball team. 2018 Home Schedule: Thursday, May 31st: Home Opening Game vs. Riverdawgs Saturday, June 2nd @ 7pm: vs. Muhlenberg Saturday, June 9th@ 7pm: vs. Fulton Sunday, June 10th @ 7pm: vs. Dubois Tuesday, June 12th@ 7pm: vs. Paducah Thursday, June 14th @ 7pm: vs. Owensboro Saturday, June 16th @ 7pm: vs. Paducah Tuesday, June 19th @ 7pm: vs. Fulton Wednesday, June 20th @ 7pm: vs. Paducah Friday, June 22nd @ 7pm: vs. Owensboro Sunday, June 24th @ 6pm: vs. Muhlenberg Tuesday, June 26th @ 7pm: vs. Hopkinsville Wednesday, June 27th @ 7pm: vs. Muhlenberg Thursday, June 28th @ 7pm: vs. Madisonville Wednesday, July 4th @ 7pm: vs. Madisonville Monday, July 9th @ 7pm: vs. Dubois Co. Friday, July 13th @ 7pm: vs. Madisonville Saturday, July 14th @ 7pm: vs. Dubois Wednesday, July 18th @ 7pm: vs. Fulton Cost: $8 Adults, $5 18 and younger; Season tickets: $100 Contact: 270-748-1508; hendersonflash.com HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

FREE TWEEN MAKER MONDAY

Mondays, June 4th–25th & July 9th–16th @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Each Monday, tweens and their adults are invited to experience fun how-to sessions. Learn how to use a green screen, make slime, use a 3-D printer and much more! Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712 FREE GAME ON! TEEN GAMING CLUB

Tuesdays @ 4–6pm Henderson County Public Library Multi-Purpose Room / 101 S. Main Street Who loves video games? This club is for you! Come on down to the Henderson County Public Library’s multi-purpose room to join the fun with a variety of gaming consoles and games ranging from Minecraft to Mario Party. Parent consent form required. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712 FREE SUMMER READING IN THE PARK

Tuesdays June 5th–28th & July 10th–26th @ 10:30am Henderson County Fairgrounds / 383 Sam Ball Way Thursdays June 5th–28th & July 10th–26th @ 10:30am Central Park / 10 S. Main Street Please join us for fun in the park! We will read a story, have a small activity, and meet the book character! Lunch will be provided through the Henderson County Schools Summer Feeding Program. Contact: Danielle Anguish at 270-826-3712 or Mitzi Weber at 270-826-8843

DOWNTOWN WIND DOWN Thursdays in June & July @ 4–6pm Audubon Mill Park / 123 N. Water Street Prepare for the weekend with family and friends. Visit local shops, enjoy food from vendors while listening to live music and bring your kids to participate in fun activities and crafts. Contact: Abby Dixon 270-827-0016 FREE TEEN DIY

Thursdays @ 2–5pm Henderson County Public Library Teen Department / 101 S. Main Street Stop by and make an awesome craft with us every week! Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712

Ĩ DAY-BY-DAY EVENTS

HCHS CLASS OF 2018 GRADUATION Friday, May 18th @ 7pm Ford Center 1 SE MLK JR Blvd., Evansville, IN Doors open at 5:30pm. Students must be there by 6pm. Contact: 270-831-8800 4H CLOVER RUN 5K Saturday, May 19th @ 8am Sandy Lee Watkins Park / 16040 KY-351 Get your running shoes on and come support your local 4H club! Gates open at 7am. Preregistration is $25; $35 at the door. Contact: Jeremiah Johnson 270-826-8387

Wednesdays @ 2–5pm Henderson County Public Library Teen Department / 101 S. Main Street Come watch anime, play games, and read manga with friends!! Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712

OPEN CATTLE SHOW Saturday, May 19th @ 8am Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way Come watch the Henderson County Herdsman 4-H Livestock! Contact: Carli Eblen 270-844-2479

FREE ROCK N’ BUILD

FREE HIKE TO WILDERNESS LAKE

FREE ANIME AFTERNOONS

Wednesdays, June 6th–27 & July 11th–18th @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Participants will travel the wonders of the world as we explore places and build with our imagination and listen to music! Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712

Saturday, May 19th @ 10am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Walk 2.1 miles with the Parks Naturalist and observe wildlife. There is a staircase and hills along the trail. Contact: Lisa Hoffman 270-826-4424

AKZ’S SUMMER SIZZLE Thursdays in June and July @ 6–8pm Letcher and Powell / Henderson’s East End Check out audubonkidszone.com the week of the event for more details! Contact: Tammy Sutton suttontam@gmail.com

Monday, May 21st @ 1–3pm Henderson County Public Library Multi-Purpose Room / 101 S. Main Street Come watch a newly released movie. Popcorn and drinks are provided; Limited seating but no registration required. Doors open at 12:45pm. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712

FREE MONDAY MOVIE

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Saturday, May 26th @ 1pm John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Join award-winning naturalist, Scott Shupe, at the John James Audubon State Park Hilltop Shelter. See his exotic live reptiles from across the world. Contact: Lisa Hoffman 270-826-4424 FREE MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT

Saturday, May 26th @ 7–8:30pm Preston Arts Center / 2660 US-60 Come watch the 101st Army Band perform a patriotic concert! Contact: 270-831-9803

MEMORIAL DAY MONDAY, MAY 28TH

YMCA DAY CAMP Tuesday, May 29th–Friday, July 27 @ 7:30am– 5:30pm Henderson County YMCA 460 Klutey Park Plaza Drive Let your kids join in on the fun this summer at the YMCA’s 2018 Day Camp for both members and non-members. Kids will go to the movies every Wednesday, bowling and sometimes GattiTown and play games during the day such as dodgeball and basketball. Ages 6–12 are encouraged to attend; Cost: Members $67/Nonmembers $80 (sign-up by the week). Contact: 270-827-9622 FREE FIRST FRIDAY

Friday, June 1st @ 11:30am Audubon Mill Park 123 N. Water Street Come on down to Audubon Mill Park and enjoy lunch with live music. Bring your own lunch, grab lunch from a local restaurant or support local food vendors down at the park. Contact: 270-827-0016 FREE LIBRARIES ROCK SUMMER

READING KICK-OFF Saturday, June 2nd @ 11am–2pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Kick-off summer reading on the library lawn at the Henderson County Public Library. Registration begins promptly at 11 and the first 200 registrants will receive a special prize. Activities include bounce house, crafts, community vendors, book characters, Karaoke, music, and free refreshments! Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712 LANTERN HIKE Saturday, June 2nd @ 8:30pm John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Enjoy a night hike with the family to celebrate National Trails Day. Meet at the Welcome Center. There will be some kid-friendly battery lanterns available. Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes as you will walk about 2.1 miles of hills and a staircase; $2 admission per person. Contact: Lisa Hoffman 270-826-4424 FREE OHIO VALLEY FLY ROD CLUB

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2910 US-41 Come on out to the Lakeview Shelter to learn about fly fishing. Fly fishing is an angling method using flies cast from a special fishing rod and line. Join the Ohio Valley Fly Rod Club as they give a fly fishing demonstration. In this hands-on clinic, you’ll learn to tie a fly and cast your line. Contact: Lisa Hoffman 270-826-4424 ART FROM THE HEART Tuesday, June 5th–Thursday, June 7th @ 9:30–11am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 ART, ART, ART! This class is geared for the serious young artist who loves to be creative and working in any medium. We will be using watercolor, pastels and more. Pre-registration is required, class size limited to 15. Ages 6–8; Cost $25. Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett 270-827-1893 TEEN NIGHT TUESDAY: GAME AND MOVIE NIGHT Tuesday, June 5th @ 6:30–11pm Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way Join other teens in the community for a fun-filled night! There will be games, such as human foosball, 3-on-3 basketball, and cornhole. Go skating on the walking trail (bring your own skates). There will be a car/truck show, open mic (stage provided but bring your own instruments), and a movie! Food and drinks provided including coke products, popcorn, burgers, hot dogs, chips and candy. Don’t forget a blanket and lawn chair! The event begins at 6:30 with the movie beginning at 8:30. Cost: $4 Contact: 270-826-8843 hendersonkycountyfair.com FREE FAMILY SUMMER SERIES—ANIMAL TALES:

BORN TO BE WILD Tuesday, June 5th @ 1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us for fun family presentations each week. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712 FREE SMASH BROTHERS TOURNAMENT

Tuesday, June 5th @ 3–6pm Henderson County Public Library Multi-Purpose Room ? 101 S. Main Street Head on down and see who will be crowned the best Smash Bros champion. Guess what else is included? Free pizza! Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712 MUSIKGARTEN ADVENTURES IN MUSIC Wednesday, June 6th–Wednesday, July 18th 437 N Ingram Street Whose kids love to sing, dance and play instruments? Why not enroll them in a summer class to do just that. “Nimble and Quick” for ages 1–5 with parent/guardian and home materials and lasts 40 minutes. “Seashore” for K–3rd grade with home materials and lasts 1 hour. Cost: $57–75. Contact: Gail Waller at 270-993-0908 or musikplace@msn.com, or visit makingmusik.com/adventuresinmusic FREE MOVIES IN THE PARK

Wednesday, June 6th @ 7pm Audubon Mill Park / 123 N. Water Street Join us at dusk for the outdoor showing of Jumanji (2017). Contact: Trace Stevens 270-831-1274

CANVAS AND CLAY (AGES 9–13) Friday, June 8th @ 9am–3pm John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Join the Art staff for a day of creative bliss painting on canvas and having a blast learning to turn clay on the wheel with that Awesome guy Albert. Dress for a mess for sure. Bring a sack lunch and drink. Pre-registration is required. Ages 9–13. Cost: $20. Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett 270-827-1893 HANDS ON CLAY Saturday, June 9th @ 10am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Feel the clay, get your hands messy, become a craftsman when you join Albert Bauman at the potter’s wheel at the Lakeview Shelter house. This full-of-fun potter and storyteller will keep you entertained, while he shows you the art of pottery. With his assistance, each person will take home a clay pot made with their own two hands. Contact: Lisa Hoffman 270-826-4424 AWESOME ART CAMP Tuesday, June 12th–Thursday, June 14th @ 9:30–11:30am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 ART, ART, ART & More ART! This class is designed for the serious Artist who loves art. Watercolor, mixed media and a lot more. Students must have previous art experience. Pre-registration is required. Class size 15. Ages 9–13. Cost: $30. Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett 270-827-1893 TEEN NIGHT TUESDAY: GAME AND MOVIE NIGHT Tuesday, June 12th @ 6:30pm–11pm Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way (see Tuesday, June 5th for details) FREE FAMILY SUMMER SERIES—WUMP

MUCKET PUPPETS: TALES FROM BUCKET GULCH Tuesday, June 12 @ 1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us for fun family presentations each week. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712 FREE 28TH ANNUAL WC HANDY BLUES AND

BARBEQUE FESTIVAL Wednesday, June 13th–Saturday, June 16th Audubon Mill Park / 123 N. Water Street Experience four days of live blues music on the beautiful riverfront! Handy Lunch Breaks will be hosted by select restaurants in downtown Henderson along with Handy Happy Hours. Contact: 270-826-3128 handyblues.org FREE CHILDREN’S HANDY ART CAMP &

UMBRELLA WORKSHOP Thursday, June 14th @ 1–3pm JFK Center / 515 S. Alvasia Street If you want to prepare for the weekend’s WC Handy parade, come join us beforehand for the opportunity to prepare your decorated umbrella. Contact: 270-827-0016 WILLIAM BRANAMAN STREET STRUT PARADE Saturday, June 16th @ 10am Audubon Mill Park / 123 N. Water Street Kids, don’t forget your decorated umbrellas! Dress in your best New Orleans Dixieland Jazz attire for the annual Street Strut Parade. Contact: 270-827-0016 HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

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Saturday, June 16th @ 7:30– 10:30am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Fishing Derby open to children ages 5–16. Three age-specific division groups will offer prizes for the biggest fish, smallest fish, and most numerous caught. Test your fishing prowess and compete for prizes. Fishing experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife will be on-hand to teach fishing techniques. Sign up at John James Audubon State Park Boat Dock. Contact: Lisa Hoffman 270-8264424

Thursday, June 21st @ 1:30pm Henderson County Public Library Multi-purpose Room / 101 S. Main Street Come out for a family-friendly movie matinee this summer! Seating is offered on a first-come, first-served basis and children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult for the entire movie. Doors open at 1:15pm. Free refreshments (popcorn, water, lemonade) are available. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712

FREE FATHER’S DAY BREAKFAST

Saturday, June 16th @ 10am JFK Community Center 515 S Alvasia Street A pancake breakfast for children and their male guardians. Enjoy some quality time over a meal in honor of Father’s Day! Contact: 270-831-1261 MONDAY MOVIE Saturday, June 16th @ 1–3pm Henderson County Public Library (see Monday, May 21st for details) AUDUBON ARTS AND NATURE SUMMER CAMP Monday, June 18th–Thursday, June 21st @ 9am–3pm John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Students are invited to attend camp at John James Audubon State Park. The camps will be a day-to-day NEW adventure, as we discover and create new ideas with a new theme daily. Programs will be both indoor and outdoor so come ready for any task. Wear comfortable clothes, your camp t-shirt and tennis shoes each day. The fee includes all materials and a t-shirt. Students must bring a sack lunch and drink each day. Pre-registration is required, class size limited to 24. Ages 6–8. Fee: $60. Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett 270827-1893 TEEN NIGHT TUESDAY: GAME AND MOVIE NIGHT Tuesday, June 19th @ 6:30pm – 11pm Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way (see Tuesday, June 5th for details) FREE FAMILY SUMMER SERIES–THE

LIVING ARTS & SCIENCE CENTER: OUR OWN KENTUCKY ART & CULTURE Tuesday, June 19 @ 1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us for fun family presentations each week. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712 HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

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WATER SHOW Friday, June 22 @ 10:30am Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us for fun family presentations each week. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712 HENDERSON COUNTY FAIR PAGEANTS Friday, June 22nd–Saturday, June 23rd Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way Contact: 270-826-8843 hendersonkycountyfair.com INDEPENDENCE BANK 2018 TRACTOR DRIVE Sunday, June 24th @ 11am-2pm Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way Head on out to the fairgrounds for the 11th annual tractor drive. Registration begins at 9:00am. Contact: 270-830-1776. HENDERSON COUNTY SCIENCE CAMP June 25th — 29th @ 9am-4pm Preston Arts Center / 2660 S. Green Street Calling all science lovers! You don’t want to miss this opportunity hosted by the Preston Arts Center, Henderson Community College and the Kentucky Science Center. Join the fun this summer! Wild Life: ages 6-7 Aviation: ages 8-9 Survival Science: ages 10-11 Cost: $175 Contact: 270-831-9800 AUDUBON ARTS AND NATURE SUMMER CAMP Monday, June 25th–Thursday, June 28th @ 9am-3pm John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 (see Monday, June 18th for details) FREE MISSOULA CHILDREN’S

THEATRE AUDITIONS FOR “SNOW WHITE” Monday, June 25th @ 10am Preston Arts Center / 2660 S. Green Street Calling all actors/actresses in town! This is a great way for children to practice their acting as they audition and perform in this year’s summer program. Children and students June // July 2018 . HENDERSON FAMILY

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grab lunch from a local restaurant or support local food vendors down at the park. Contact: 270-827-0016

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HENDERSON COUNTY FAIR Friday, July 6th–July 7th Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way Head out to the fairgrounds for Donkey baseball, Open mic with Logan Haynes, Logan Dyer concert, Proctor & Son Petting Zoo and a Beer Garden. Contact: 270-826-8843 hendersonkycountyfair.com

SAFARI BABIES PARTY Tuesday, June 26th @ 1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us for fun family presentations each week. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712 TINKERGARTEN Tuesday, June 26th–Tuesday, July 31st @ 10–11:15am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Meet once a week for 6 weeks exploring the outdoors with play-based learning. This is for children age 1-8. Cost: $105 (30% discount for a sibling). Registration is required Contact: Maggie Blackwell. Please visit tinkergarten.com to register. TEEN NIGHT TUESDAY: GAME AND MOVIE NIGHT Tuesday, June 26th @ 6:30–11pm Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way (see Tuesday, June 5th for details) FREE TEEN LASER TAG

Friday, June 29th @ 5-8pm Henderson County Public Library Teen Department / 101 S. Main Street Play after-hours laser tag! Space is limited; register online. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712

FREE WALK IN THE WETLANDS

Saturday, July 7th @ 10am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Come wander the new trails on Wolf Hills Rd. on this naturalist-led hike. We’ll explore this new addition to Audubon State Park. Wear closed-toe shoes appropriate for moist conditions. What natural treasures can be found? Contact: Lisa Hoffman 270-826-4424 HENDERSON COUNTY SCIENCE CAMP July 9th–13th @ 9am–4pm Preston Arts Center / 2660 S. Green Street Calling all science lovers! You don’t want to miss this opportunity hosted by the Preston Arts Center, Henderson Community College and the Kentucky Science Center. Join the fun this summer! Lego Engineers: ages 6-7 Secret Agent Science: ages 8-9 Project Engineers: ages 10-11 Cost: $175 Contact: 270-831-9800

MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE PRESENTING “SNOW WHITE” Saturday, June 20th @ 3pm Preston Arts Center / 2660 S. Green Street Come watch the performance of “Snow White”. Cost: $10 for students; $15 for adults. Contact: 270-831-9803

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PRINCESS AT THE CASTLE Tuesday, July 10th–Thursday, July 12th @ 9:30-11:30am John James Audubon State Park 2910 US-41 Bring your little princesses to the 3-day camp at the Audubon Castle. They will wear a tiara daily and learn all about being a princess and have a blast doing self portraits, castle landscapes, princess crafts for the tea and much, much more. On the 3rd day of camp the girls are invited to wear their favorite dress and attend a tea at the Castle with the Princess. Pre-register now for this fun event. Ages 6-8; Cost: $30. Contact: Kim McGrew-Liggett 270-827-1893

Sunday, July 1st @ 12:45–6:00pm. Ellis Park / 3300 US-41 Ellis Park offers a live experience of thoroughbred horse racing right here for the tri-state area. Summer horse racing begins July 1st and is every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Labor Day weekend. Contact: 812-425-1456 INDEPENDENCE BANK 4TH OF JULY FEST Wednesday, July 4th @ 5:30pm Audubon Mill Park & Henderson Riverfront 123 N. Water Street With more than 5,000 attendees every year, this makes for a fun evening with family and friends. Filled with live music, food, family-friendly activities and fireworks over the river, you won’t want to miss this event. Contact: 270-827-0016 FREE FIRST FRIDAY

Friday, July 6th @ 11:30am Audubon Mill Park / 123 N. Water Street Come on down to Audubon Mill Park and enjoy lunch with live music. Bring your own lunch,

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MAGIC SHOW: ROCK N’ WOW Tuesday, July 10 @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us for fun family presentations each week. Contact: Cassy Gilliam 270-826-3712

Henderson Riverfront! Contact: Buzzy Newman 270-831-1290 HENDERSON COUNTY FAIR Saturday, July 14th Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way Head out to the fairgrounds for the Power Wheels Derby, Pedal Tractor Pulls, Garden Tractor Pulls, Arts & Crafts, Proctor & Son petting Zoo, Beer Garden and Games (cornhole, tug-ofwar, 3-on-3 basketball and more)! Contact: 270-826-8843 hendersonkycountyfair.com HENDERSON COUNTY FAIR Wednesday, July 18th -July 21st Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way Head over to the fairgrounds for Cowboy Church, Ag-Days Livestock Show, Ag-Days Sponsorship Auction, Food Trucks, Pony Pulls & Community Rummage Sale. Contact: 270-826-8843 hendersonkycountyfair.com FREE FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE

Thursday, July 19th @ 1:30pm Henderson County Public Library Multi-purpose Room 101 S. Main Street (See June 21st for details) SANDY LEE WATKINS SONGWRITERS’ FESTIVAL Wednesday, July 25th–Saturday, July 28th @ All-Day There is always a story behind a song! This festival is four nights of hearing those stories and listening to the songs of some of Nashville’s best singers and songwriters! You don’t want to miss these up-close, acoustic performances! Contact: 270-823-6012 sandyleesongfest.com FREE AMERICAN QUEEN COMES TO

HENDERSON Wednesday, July 25th @ 8am -4pm Downtown Riverfront / 123 N. Water Street Come down to the Henderson riverfront to see the Majestic riverboat and welcome visitors who have stopped to spend their day downtown. DOWNTOWN SUMMER SALES Thursday, July 26th–Friday, July 27th @ 8am–5pm Support your local downtown businesses by visiting their stores to get the best summer deals. QUEEN OF THE MISSISSIPPI VISIT Tuesday, July 31st @ 8:30am – 12:30pm Boat Ramps / 2nd and 3rd Street (see Tuesday, July 17th for details) FREE SMASH BROTHERS TOURNAMENT

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Thursday, July 12th @ 7pm Audubon Mill Park / 123 N. Water Street Join us at dusk for the outdoor showing of Despicable Me 3 (2017). Contact: Trace Stevens 270-831-1274 QUEEN OF THE MISSISSIPPI VISIT Thursday, July 12th @ 8:30am–12:30pm Boat Ramps / 2nd and 3rd Street Welcome visitors as the boat docks on the

Tuesday, July 31st @ 3-6pm Henderson County Public Library Multi-Purpose Room / 101 S. Main Street (see Tuesday, June 5th for details) ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL Saturday, August 4th Henderson County Fairgrounds 383 Sam Ball Way Contact: 270-826-8843 hendersonkycountyfair.com

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