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The Nourish Mural If you are out and about this summer, head on down to Water Street to view the “Nourish” mural located behind Henderson Juice Co. Completed in October 2020, this mural was the first independent mural painted by the very talented artist, Maddy Fritz.

20 Becoming a Healthier You Emily Hunter of Henderson Juice Co. has a passion to help others invest in their health.

Help is on the Way Thrive Nonprofit Family Medical Center to provide quality primary medical care to uninsured or underinsured.

IN EVERY ISSU E 6 From the Editor 7 The Buzz 18 Parent Profile

M AKIN G IT 9 Recipe Two homemade nochurn ice cream recipes to kick off summer. 12 Craft Time An adorable salt painting craft to keep the kids entertained on a warm summer day.

SPECIAL ADVER T ISIN G SECT ION

your kids to eat for the best deals.

19 Health & Wellness Tips and advice on staying well and living a healthy lifestyle in Henderson.

OU T & ABOUT

DISCOVER 33 The Book Nook There is nothing better than reading with your child—here is a mustread list for the season. 34 Kids Meal Deals When and where to take

35 Summer Fun Guide Events and fun things to do this summer, close to home.

FR OM OUR R EADERS 48 Outdoor Adventures Photos submitted to our Facebook page

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from the editor

EDITORIAL EDITOR

Lyndi Mauk

s it just me, or is everyone excited about summer? Winter seemed even longer this year due to COVID, so I am ready for a couple months of outside fun in the sun with my kids with park days, water table fun, zoo trips, weekends at the lake and more! This summer will be very different for me because it’s the last summer before my first born goes to Kindergarten. She has been my little sidekick for the last five years, but it will be so different with her being at school all day versus her preschool schedule the last two years. An adjustment for us both. But, we have the entire summer to spend together, and we are so excited for lots of fun with swimming, ice cream, bike rides, chalk drawings and more! Father’s Day is just around the corner, and it is always a bittersweet day for me. I celebrate my husband, who is the best daddy to our two kids. They light up and run to the door the moment he walks into the house from work. There is just something about watching the person you love be a parent. But, I also miss celebrating my own dad here on earth. As I have shared before, my dad lost his battle to cancer when I was only 21 years old. I miss him every day. I see my kids and wish so much he could be here to know them. They sure would be spoiled, but I hold onto the memories I have and cherish the time I had with him.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Jamie Alexander Kaycee Garner Amanda Waggener COPY EDITOR

Ashley Gleason Do you have a story idea? We want to hear from you! Email your suggestion to lyndi@tannerpublishing.com.

ADVERTISING ACCOUNT DIRECTORS

Brock Quinton Robert Williams Henderson Family is a FREE magazine because of community support. Thank you to the great group of businesses and organizations who advertise. For more information about advertising call

This is our Health and Wellness issue where businesses here in our community share helpful tips and advice to keep you and your family healthy, and this entire issue revolves around this theme. Inside, you will find featured stories on a new nonprofit organization coming to our community to bring healthcare to those in need, Maddy Fritz’s “Nourish” mural located in downtown Henderson and Henderson Juice Co.’s owner, Emily Hunter, and her background as a health and wellness coach and the role it plays in her juice and smoothie bar business. Don’t forget to check out our delicious, summer recipes to cool you down on those hot summer days— homemade no-churn ice cream in two flavors. We also have a fun, summer salt paint craft, a behindthe-scenes story on Porchfest, our Parent Profile featuring HCHS’s dance coach, Chelsie Staples, and much more!

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We want to wish a Happy Father’s Day to all of the wonderful fathers here in our community! Thank you to our amazing advertisers, as you are the reason we are a FREE magazine. Happy Summer!

Darrin Phegley ON THE COVER

Darryl & Emily Hunter with their four children Photo by Jamie Alexander

LY N D I M AU K Editor, Henderson Family Magazine

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Lyndi's Top Picks Flip Flops & Sandals

Warm weather means sandals and flip flop weather, and it really makes me happy that slipping my shoes on while trying to get out the door is back in season. As moms, it’s the little things we appreciate, right? Ha! But in all seriousness, my hands are typically full when trying to leave the house with two kiddos. As much as I love my cute, stylish sandals, Old Navy flip flops may always be my best friend in the summer months. They are comfortable, come in a variety of colors and last forever.

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Rocking Chairs

I have wanted rocking chairs for my front porch for some time now, and I finally have them. I am so excited I will get to enjoy them this summer. There is just something about a set of rocking chairs or a porch swing. It takes me back to when I was little, and we would always sit on my Mamaw’s front porch and swing as we watched the cars or trains go by. It is relaxing. I look forward to enjoying a cup of coffee on early summer mornings, reading my devotion and taking in the fresh summer air.

Corn on the Cob

My family loves going to the Henderson Farmer’s Market and getting fresh corn on the cob during the summer months. It isn’t in season for very long, so we take advantage of being able to purchase and enjoy it when we can. Henderson’s Farmer’s Market always has delicious fruits and vegetables to choose from, and corn on the cob is just one of our favorites this time of year.

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THE BUZZ

HENDERSON COUNTY STUDENT NAMES NEWEST DEACONESS ROBOT

HENDERSON COUNTY LIBRARY WELCOMES

SHANNON SANDEFUR

Tanner Duncan was chosen as the winner of Deaconess Henderson Hospital’s “Name the da Vinci Robot Contest.” Tanner combined robot and doctor and submitted the name, “RoDoc.” Dr. Amber Koon, who is a general surgeon, surprised Tanner at his school on Friday, March 19, where she awarded him his prize pack and also spoke to the class about the da Vinci robot at Deaconess Henderson Hospital. Congratulations, Tanner!

HENDERSONIANS ARE CAST FOR “THE STORY OF MOTHER’S DAY” FEATURE FILM

On Saturday, May 8, “The Story of Mother’s Day” feature film by JCFilms had its world premiere at Showplace Cinemas. Featuring actor Dean Cain, leading roles by two of Henderson County High School’s SoFA students and other community members, Hendersonians came together to support the film and the hard work dedicated to making it.

HENDERSON COUNTY DANCE TEAM WINS NATIONALS The Henderson County High School dance team competed in the National Dance Association’s virtual National Competition, in which they placed 1st in Small Gameday and 6th in Small Pom and Hip Hop. Head Coach Chelsie Staples said, “The HCHS dance team worked hard all season and didn’t let the year of covid get in their way. We are so thankful for all of our dance families and for helping us to build this dance community here in Henderson.”

On Monday, April 12, Shannon Sandefur began her role as the new Director of the Henderson County Public Library. A 1990 graduate of Henderson County High School, Shannon married her high school sweetheart of 29 years, Brian, and they have two adult children, Jacob and Gracie. Shannon received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Brescia University and her Master’s Degree in Library Science from Texas Women’s University. She has been serving Daviess County Public Library as their Community Engagement Manager since 2002, where her department was responsible for all programs and events (in-person, in the community, and virtually) for all ages. At DCPL, they received a grant from the Public Life Foundation of Owensboro, which allowed them to become the 1st Family Place Library in the state of Kentucky. Because of their partnerships and work in the community, they received the Education and Workforce Development Institution of the Year from the Owensboro Chamber of Commerce in January 2020 and the Corporate Non-Profit Citizen Award from the Owensboro Human Relations Commission in 2015. HCPL returned to normal operating hours on Monday, May 3rd, and in-person programming and summer reading will resume June 1st. They hope to have their in-person grand opening take place this fall, depending on restrictions. “I am very excited about this opportunity and look forward to getting to know the staff and community. I believe the public library is a crucial component of a thriving community and look forward to creating partnerships with local organizations, schools, and businesses.”

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Making it

CRAFTS, RECIPES, AND ACTIVITIES FAMILIES CAN ENJOY TOGETHER

HOMEMADE

No-Churn Ice Cream

Photo by Jamie Alexander

Photos and recipes by Jamie Alexander

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MAKING IT • RECIPE

It’s starting to warm up, which means the best time to enjoy ice cream is approaching (not that there’s ever a bad time). It’s no problem if you don’t have an ice cream machine— all that you need for these recipes is a mixer and a freezer! It still has similar taste and texture to ice cream made in a machine and takes only minutes to mix together. The great thing about these recipes is that they all start with the same base, so you can add any type of flavoring and toppings you’d like! I included a couple of my favorites, but feel free to experiment with something wild!

Blueberry Pie INGREDIENTS: ›› 2 cups heavy cream ›› 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk ›› 1 cup blueberry pie filling ›› 9 graham crackers, crushed ›› 1 tsp vanilla extract INSTRUCTIONS: ›› Use a stand mixer to whip heavy cream and until you have firm peaks (this could take up to 10 minutes) ›› Fold in condensed milk and vanilla extract ›› Pour half the vanilla mixture into a loaf pan, before adding 1/2 cup of blueberry pie filling and half your crushed graham crackers on top. ›› Layer the rest of the vanilla base on top of that, then add the remaining blueberry pie filling and crushed graham crackers on top. Take a butter knife to swirl together all of the layers. ›› Cover the loaf pan with plastic wrap, making sure the plastic touches the ice cream surface. Freeze at least five hours or overnight. 10 HENDERSON FAMILY

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Chocolate S’mores

INGREDIENTS: ›› 2 cups heavy cream ›› 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk ›› 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder ›› 1/2 cup grated/chopped chocolate ›› 9 graham crackers, crushed ›› 1/2 cup mini marshmallows (optional: toast them!) INSTRUCTIONS: ›› Optional: Start out by toasting marshmallows. Be very careful with this step - it is EASY to catch marshmallows on fire. You can either use a skewer and culinary torch to toast the marshmallows, or you can lay them single file on a baking sheet. Put the baking sheet on the middle rack in your oven and broil for 1-3 minutes, watching them the entire time until they get desired toastiness. ›› Freeze marshmallows up to one hour ›› Use a stand mixer to whip heavy cream until you have firm peaks (this could take up to 10 minutes) ›› Pour in condensed milk and cocoa powder, and mix again until completely combined ›› With a spatula, fold in marshmallows, chocolate chips, and graham crackers until they are all incorporated. Spread mixture into a loaf pan, cover with plastic wrap, making sure the plastic touches the ice cream surface. Freeze at least five hours or overnight. HF

JAMIE ALEXANDER is nationally published culinary and commercial photographer working as a full-time staff photographer for Tanner Publishing. She has a knack for making tasty food and pretty art. See more of her portfolio at jaastudios.com.

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MAKING IT • CRAFT TIME

Summertime Salt Painting Written by Lyndi Mauk // Photo by Jamie Alexander

Summertime arts and crafts are so much fun. They are bright and full of color, and this adorable Salt Painting craft is very easy, a little messy but a whole lot of fun! And the best part, the weather is beautiful so your kids can leave the mess outside. Kids can choose any design they prefer based on their personal interests and imagination.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED: ›› Washable Glue ›› Card Stock Paper (your choice of color) ›› Paint Brush ›› Liquid Watercolors (may also use food coloring mixed with water) ›› Salt

HOW TO MAKE: ›› Use glue to squeeze designs onto paper (kids may lightly trace their design first before adding glue if they prefer). ›› Pour salt onto glue design until completely covered and then remove excess salt. ›› Dip paint brush into watercolor/food coloring mixture and begin lightly “painting” over the salt design. The paint will move around the design, allowing different paint colors to mix together. ›› Allow to dry and hang for all to see! HF

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THE PEOPLE AND P L A C E S T H AT M A K E H E N D E R S O N G R E AT

The Nourish Mural

Photo by Darrin Phegley

Written by Lyndi Mauk

If you are out and about this summer, head on down to Water Street to view the “Nourish” mural located behind Henderson Juice Co. Completed in October 2020, this mural was the first independent mural painted by the very talented artist, Maddy Fritz.

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orn and raised in Henderson, Maddy had much experience and was more than qualified to bring a piece of work, such

as this, to our downtown community. She is a 2010 Henderson County High School graduate, and a 2013 graduate from Georgetown College where she majored in graphic design and studio art. Maddy was always interested in anything related to arts and crafts at every stage growing up, and she is finally giving back in a way she only dreamed about.

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Where The Journey Began Two years ago, Maddy had the opportunity to work with the muralist, Leah Tumerman, on the “Discover Your Nature” mural on 2nd Street in downtown Henderson. At the time, she worked with the Henderson Tourism Commission doing marketing, so she was able to be involved with the ins and outs of the mural selection process. Maddy worked with Leah for about 100 hours on the mural. After Leah’s assistant left, Maddy essentially became her

new assistant for the remainder of the project, as Leah trusted her with a lot of responsibility. Maddy recalls Leah’s encouragement, “Within a year you should get your own wall.” Maddy thought it would be an awesome experience to paint her own mural someday, and Leah really challenged her in preparation for it. Maddy began looking for leads, and she had a couple, but nothing really came to flourish from those leads. She said last year when the pandemic hit, she told herself, “I’m going to find a wall or a space, no matter how

big or small it is. If I get no sponsorships, or no one can pay me, I will just self-fund it.” She said she had $1,000 to build her name and work with the community. “I love being involved, had skill and needed to get my foot in the door,” Maddy said. Emily Hunter, who owns and operates Henderson Juice Co., wanted an indoor mural painted inside her business during its renovation. Maddy and Emily worked together and were able to make a bargain. Maddy offered to do her mural inside Henderson Juice Co. for free, if Emily could get her connected with the owner of the building to do a mural on the back wall behind Henderson Juice Co. Luckily, everything worked out. They essentially let her make her own design, and Maddy set a goal of raising $1,000 to fund her supplies. Within 24 hours, it was met. “It definitely took more time to plan, design and get organized than it took to do the mural itself,” she said. She started having conversations with Emily in August, and the actual painting didn’t take place until October. Getting the approval from the building owner, obtaining insurance, and figuring out the supply list and paint quote, which comes from California, was a long process.

The Design Process She had a rough idea of what she wanted to do. “I came up with the design that played off the business.” She wanted something that was family-friendly that her visitors and guests could interact with. A design that was fun and bright. Maddy really liked what she had researched about engagement murals, such as the butterfly wings you will find on her mural. In other pieces she has done, she really likes to do hands, so she wanted to include hands somewhere within her mural, too. “It was a little nerve-racking knowing that people may not understand it and that’s okay, but for me, it really felt like something I wanted to play off the nourishment of the business.

They are really thoughtful about the food they have. They have multiple vegan options. It’s all sourced intentionally. She does a lot of work creating recipes, and it’s all made with love. She has a really great outlook for a business. If someone was coming to nourish their bodies, where could they come to nourish their mind and soul? And that would be just an extension of the business in the back, so that’s kind of where I started with the idea,” the proud artist explained. Naming her mural “Nourish” tied everything together for her. “I think this makes sense. I just went with what first stuck with me. I don’t want to overwork this. This is what it means to me, so I will just leave it at that. It really felt like it was a connection, and that can really be interpreted how you want. It can be a connection with yourself, a connection you have with a spiritual realm, a connection with a person, or a connection between communities. Essentially anything. I wanted people to take the freedom to interpret it as they wanted to,” said the artistic Hendersonian. This was Maddy’s first independent mural project from start to finish. She had a course in college where they recieved a bid to do an installation mural, but she never actually had the opportunity to see it installed due to the location. She worked on it with ten other students and her professor. That was her first inspiration where she realized people did this. The 2nd Street mural with Leah was her first paint on brick experience, and Maddy is so grateful for each of the opportunities that led her to planning, designing and painting her own.

Overcoming The Challenges & Soaking in the Experience Maddy felt the biggest challenge for her during this experience was her own self doubts and inflicted anxiety. The challenge of knowing she could do it and being her own worst

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enemy. She was really confident until her paint brush hit the wall for the first time. She recalls thinking to herself, “This isn’t going to happen. It’s going to fall through.” The artistic aspect comes naturally for Maddy, but the preparation and planning isn’t something that comes organically to her. “I am a free spirit and not a Type A person,” she explained. However, the amount of support was overwhelming and truly gave her the confidence to believe in herself. “There is a really cool thing about working closely with people in a public space.” She remembers many conversations she had with people passing by about art and its meaning and purpose. Maddy recalls Hendersonians shouting from across the street and saying, “Hey, you are doing a great job!” It was rewarding to have people show that support in the midst of COVID because at times it made her forget that all of that was happening. Her mural was her focus at the time, and being outside and surrounded by individuals from a distance made life seem normal again. “Just knowing there is a permanence to it. In my mind, I just wanted to paint a mural, but full circle, there were so many psychological layers such as vulnerability, acceptance and support.” Maddy thought, “This is taking a 16 HENDERSON FAMILY

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lot of self love,” which is essentially what the mural stood for. As an artist, it was really amazing for Maddy to see this full circle project come together.

Volunteers Giving Their Time The volunteers Maddy had by her side during this project were nothing short of amazing. Grace Henderson was one of the people who helped her every day. Grace is another muralist here in Henderson, and she and Maddy became close and mentored each other. “We talked about confidence being women and trying to be visionaries in a small community. Trying to start conversations that may or may not already be happening in the art community. This might sound cheesy, but I really love to have one-on-one conversations with people.” Other volunteers were people she knew, or knew her well enough to know she was about to begin this project and reached out asking to help. At first, she needed all the help she could get. She recalls one day where she had 10 volunteers. She laughed saying, “I felt like a project manager.” She enjoyed every minute of it. “The people who came out and said they wanted to help speaks to the community’s needs for more art engagement

or art education. They really want to bring people in. It is more of a fine arts community, but they still want to learn and be a part of it.” Maddy got her learning experience by volunteering with Leah, and she wanted to be that for others, too.

An Artist Who Does It All Maddy is currently balancing her fulltime job in Evansville with Redstitch as a Senior Digital Designer and her side hustle business, WingspanArtist. She has four mural leads she is actively trying to put a contract down on now. Maddy has been doing freelance art on the side since college, and she always told herself one day she’d invest more time in it. “I am in my late 20s, and I haven’t really done anything to make my free time work for me,” she said. She got her website up a couple years ago, and began making decal stickers to get something out there. She explained that taking this leap to get a website up and running “was the marrying of my hobby and my job.” This was her way of putting herself out there to promote her murals online. She didn’t want to make it a wasted effort. She had the experience, so this was her opportunity to share with others the talent she has to offer.

The Start of Something New “If I had seen individuals in the art community putting a mural up as a young child, that would have been really powerful for me knowing how passionate I was about it at a young age.” She feels this is important for our younger generation to be introduced to. Maddy hopes it encourages the younger generations that “someone from here left their mark and you can, too.” There were some elementary students who had the opportunity to help her paint the mural. She explained how they may not know anything about design or technique at that age, but it gave them the confidence to go back to their classmates and say, “I helped with it.” She hopes to see our young people take on the same creative spirit as she had as a child. If there is one thing Maddy wants the community to understand it would be this, “Art is for everybody.” She explained how there is a little bit of a stigma when it comes to art, yet we have art everywhere. “I think it is really important to let young people form their own thoughts about art. What do you

think about this? What do you see?” She hopes this opens doors for more individuals in the Henderson community to be engaged and talk about art more, including our younger generation.

Finding the Mural Located behind Henderson Juice Co, Hendersonians can get to the mural from Water Street. Maddy said there is a spot called the “Women’s Honor Court,” and if you turn into that parking lot off Water Street you’ll see it. You can also turn the corner by the library if you are leaving Henderson Juice Co. to walk around back behind the building. There is a loft apartment, so Maddy asks everyone to be mindful that people’s living space is there. You can also see the mural from the Henderson Tourism Commission. Maddy said they can help you find not only her mural, but other spots downtown with public art as well.

What Maddy Offers

Maddy’s

business,

WingspanArtist,

offers a variety of services such as mural painting and design, painting commission, logo design, portable mural backdrop, graphic design, tattoo design, watercolor painting, branding, custom canvas building, creative consultation, digital pet portrait, t-shirt and apparel design and more. Interested in a mural by Maddy? You can get a quote on mural pricing by visiting Maddy’s website www.wingspanartist.com, and also check out all of her services. What’s Maddy’s newest project venture? You can now nominate a Henderson business for a FREE mural. Visit her website to learn more and to find the nomination forms. Nominations must be submitted by July 26, 2021. Maddy is grateful for the opportunity she was given to create the “Nourish” mural, and she looks forward to continuing to serve her community as an artist. HF

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 being a mother to their two children.

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Chelsie Staples TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF (KIDS, PETS, ETC). I was born and raised here in Henderson. I graduated from Western Kentucky University and was a member of the 2005 National Champion dance team. I have a very supportive husband (Cory), three kids (Luke, Livi, and Remi Kate) and two dogs. WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A LIVING, AND HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THAT POSITION? I am the owner of Fierce Dance Studio, and we opened in January 2015. I am also going into my 15th season as the Henderson County High School dance team coach. WHAT IS MOST CHALLENGING ABOUT OWNING A DANCE STUDIO AND BEING A DANCE COACH AT THE HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL? WHAT IS MOST REWARDING? I would say the most difficult challenge is when one team has a competition week. Juggling the schedules when an extra practice is needed and having to move around team practices is challenging. It really helps that my studio parents and colonelette parents are so understanding. The most rewarding is when my studio dancers get to interact with or watch the colonelettes go full out at the end of a practice. It encourages them to set and reach for their goals. WHAT HOBBIES DO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ENJOY? Hobbies... well because our schedules are always so jam packed from dance to baseball (Luke) we don’t have much time. Every once in a while we’ll get a board game night in (Sorry is probably our go-to game), and if we schedule enough in advance, we’ll get a beach trip in. That’s only because it’s my favorite place to go, and I’ll plan to make sure it happens! HOW DO YOU FIND BALANCE BETWEEN WORK AND HOME LIFE? I’m definitely not good at this, or it feels that way coming off of this season. It was longer than normal and will go right into the next season. Thankfully, our two girls dance so they are always with me at the studio. It also helps that my husband is the cook in the family. I don’t ever have to worry about cooked meals or grocery shopping. WHAT ARE YOUR HOPES AND PLANS FOR THE FUTURE OF YOUR STUDIO? I hope we continue to grow and give kids the opportunity to explore dance. I feel like dance team is at such a disadvantage because they don’t have the opportunity to try out for one until they reach the 6th grade. Our competition teams start at the age of 4, which makes a big difference if one was to start out on our Tiny or Mini team. They already understand the dance team concept and that helps so much when they reach middle school dance. IF YOU COULD OFFER ADVICE TO A STUDENT INTERESTED IN DANCE, WHAT WOULD IT BE? Come take a class! Our regular classes rotate on a four week schedule, so it’s not something they have to commit to for a year. Of course, competitive teams are different. Classes are a great way to see if it is something they might be enjoy. HF

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Becoming a

HEALTHIER YOU By Lyndi Mauk • Photos by Jamie Alexander

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Eating healthy has been an easy way of life for Hendersonian, Emily Hunter. Originally from Texas, Emily moved to Owensboro at the age of 7 and recalls having the influence of home cooked meals and a love for vegetables and salad bars since a young age. Emily, her husband and their four kids moved to Henderson from Evansville seven years ago, never knowing Henderson would be the place her true calling would become a reality.

A PASSION TO H E L P O T H E R S

INVESTING IN THE H E A L T H O F O T H E R S

Emily always knew she wanted to help others, so she

Upon graduating nursing school, Emily began working

decided to apply for nursing school and pursue a career in

on her business as a health and wellness coach. She would

the medical field. Emily completed her nursing degree in

host workshops on healthy eating, and that’s where

Evansville. She has been a registered nurse for nine years,

people learned about her. She promoted her workshops on

and worked at Select Specialty Hospital in downtown

Facebook and when the workshop was over, she would tell

Evansville in critical care for six years.

everyone she was offering health coaching.

While Emily was enrolled in nursing school, her love

During her workshops, she taught on topics such as

for natural eating and a healthy lifestyle continued to

sugar detoxing, clean eating, plant-based meals, kicking

grow, and a year into nursing school, she knew she wanted

the caffeine, eating for energy, eating for intuition, etc. She

to be a health and wellness coach to help others reach their

broke it up into a different series each week.

goals. She was learning so much from a medical standpoint,

but also within her personal life, too. When it came to

time in health coaching, she would go more in-depth with

being a mother, she was mind blown by the benefits of

these topics of interest. She offered six month coaching

breastfeeding. This is when she really began researching.

packages, in which she would meet her clients every two

“It was so cool to me that so many health benefits come

weeks for six months. “It takes 90 days to build a habit

from eating natural,” Emily explained. The more she

and six months is long-term. You are probably going to

learned, the more she wanted to share with others. Not

stick with it,” Emily said. By six months, Emily felt her

yet through nursing school, Emily began her journey

clients were equipped to make those changes every day on

as a health and wellness coach through the Institute for

their own. She would talk to her clients about nutrition,

Integrative Nutrition to receive her certification, which

and typically worked with them on a plant-based diet.

took her a year to complete.

Her clients would go on grocery tours with her, and she

For those she worked one-on-one with during her

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would teach them how to shop and cook. “Learning how to cook for themselves is a game changer,” Emily explained.

The most challenging aspect of being

a health and wellness coach from Emily’s experience was feeling like you aren’t able to help people because you can only do so much as a coach. It is up to the client to take everything they have learned, with your continued support, and live out what they have been taught. “It is a lot of work to break someone down,” she explained, but “anyone can transition to this type of lifestyle.”

Emily enjoyed her time as a health

and wellness coach, but with four kids, it wasn’t something she could do full-time. She had to remain working as a nurse until doors opened that finally allowed her to do what she was called to do, and this is where her true calling began.

MAKING A DREAM BECOME REALITY

asked Erin, “Do you think what I want to

do would work here?” Erin always wanted

October 15, 2019. They started with three

something like that in the space, so she

juices, four smoothies, rainbow wraps

“I love to make smoothies. I love to

told Emily she would speak to the owners

and a soup. “We kept growing, and it

make juice. I knew I was going to have

of the building, Martie and Tim Gregory.

grew naturally, so we added stuff as we

this someday, but it was just like how is it

Emily said she told them, “I want to turn

needed.” They are now up to eight juices

all going to work out?”

this into a juice bar, and they were like go

(two specialities), fifteen smoothies and a

Before Henderson Juice Co. opened,

for it. The next thing I know I’m signing

cooler full of food. “I think I have a natural

Hendersonians were already familiar

a lease. From that moment on, we started

ability to know things that taste good

with Studio 3 in downtown Henderson.

ordering juicers and blenders. It’s crazy

together. Some of the smoothies I make

During this time, Emily was offering

how far this has come,” said the proud

I’ve never even tried. I love flavor. I am not

workshops in the Evansville area, and

owner. “They believed in my vision when

a bland person at all, so my wraps have a

the owner of Studio 3, Erin McKee, asked

I first met with them and have been

special sauce on them. We played around

Emily to do a workshop with her. Emily

supportive ever since.”

with the juicing recipes, but it was very

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Emily opened Henderson Juice Co. on

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• SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

easy to come up with the menu,” Emily

is so grateful for the time, support and

as an office. They cut the room out and

stated. Henderson isn’t the only place

help her mother has always given to her

opened it up with a seating area, more

where Emily sells her juice. Her juice is

business.

food options and retail shelves. She offers

also sold at 2nd Language and River City

Emily felt she already had a little

protein powders and vitamins but is still

Coffee + Goods in downtown Evansville.

crowd ready when Henderson Juice Co.

figuring out what her customers would

They make their juice at Henderson Juice

opened its doors. People knew her in

like to see. “The stuff that I sell, it’s a

Co. and drop them off at the other two

general in Evansville and Henderson

conscious choice. I want people to know

Evansville locations.

from her workshops, and she had

how to use it. I want people to go home

They are still trying to work on a set

also been featured in the Evansville

and be able to make smoothies. Some

menu, especially with the grab-and-go

magazine, “Love IT Evv,” where she

don’t buy juices anymore because they

option, because it is very popular within

had the opportunity to make 3-course

juice at home. I want people to learn how

her store. Customers enjoy being able to

meals to be photographed. It was an

to do this. I want to educate them on it

walk in, grab something, and leave. You

amazing experience, but it also gave her

when they come in here.”

can always find wraps, macarons, quinoa

a lot of exposure. So, she not only had

salad, and chickpea salad, but every once

the community of Henderson supporting

background as a health and wellness

in a while customers may find something

her but also Evansville residents driving

coach can still be used within her juice

new. When it comes to their bakery

over, too.

and smoothie bar. The sky’s the limit

items, Emily has to give all the credit to her mother, Robin French. She makes all the bakery items they offer. Robin lives in Owensboro, but helps Emily

Emily

loves

the

fact

that

her

with what she can offer, and she only has

MORE THAN J U S T A S T O R E

out on the side. She comes over twice a

plans to grow from here. “I really want to do workshops for kids. Eating for the rainbow and breaking down the colors and foods associated with that and what

week, bringing the larger load on Sunday

she

they can do for their health. It starts with

nights for the week and will come again

decided it was time to grow the inside

the kids. Lets get kids in here and make

later in the week to bring more. Emily

of Henderson Juice Co., too. There was a

cool smoothies and easy snacks,” she said.

loves working with her mom, and she

room in the back that was originally used

Emily is a people person, and she

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Emily’s

business

grew,

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Sweet-Tart

Smoothie

has loved getting to know her customers since she opened her store. “Just spending a couple minutes with people can change their day. I see it day end and day out here. I see someone’s mood and give them a compliment and see their energy change. I feel like I am a part of Henderson now. I feel very connected here. It’s really cool. I think what keeps me going is my regulars. They are very consistent. I love being downtown and love the vibe of it. I know I close early, but it fits downtown. It works for now, but we’re definitely wanting to extend hours—especially for summer—so we look forward to that!”

Although Emily loved working as a health and

wellness coach, Henderson Juice Co. is what she gives all of her time to now. When she left nursing full-time, her kids thought she wouldn’t be gone 14 hours a day, but she still has to give a lot of time to her business because everything is so fresh. “I can’t prepare anything more than two days ahead of time,” she said. However, it’s all worth it to Emily and her supporting family. Emily explained how it is truly a family operation. Her husband, Darryl, helps her helps her make the recipes and juices, and he has the business mindset. She said, “It is a perfect balance.”

Emily has big plans for the future of Henderson

Juice Co. She wants to share her knowledge as a health and wellness coach on the options her customers have when they walk through the door. She hopes to expand her food options. The juicing headquarters is in downtown Henderon, but she would love to possibly open another location somewhere in the future, too.

Try this simple healthy smoothie recipe that your kids will love to sip this summer!

›› 1 cup strawberry ›› 1/4 cup raspberry ›› 1/4 cup pineapple ›› 1/4 cup either peaches or mango (whichever you prefer more) ›› Orange juice

itself.

Add all ingredients & blend! You can add a vanilla protein powder for added flavor and health benefits.

Lori Meacham has now opened a spa in the back

of the building, Lori & Co Message Studio & Gifts, so together, a wellness studio is being created in

“I love helping people, and I thought that’s what

I was going to get with nursing. I did, but I need a more natural approach. This is what it has always been for me,” said the small business owner.

You can follow Henderson Juice Co. on Facebook

and Instagram and also Wellness with Emily on Instagram to learn more about living a healthy lifestyle.

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5 Steps to a

Healthier You! Written by Emily Hunter Certified Health & Wellness Coach

1 Get into the mindset of wanting to be a healthier you. You have to make the decision to take care of yourself and commit with a plan to follow through.

2 Focus your goals on making conscious decisions to eat better. No plan is perfect for everyone as we are all very individual. Replace a bad habit with something positive for your health. Replace soda with water, for example. Try saying the rainbow with an array of colorful fruits and vegetables and cut down on processed foods.

3 Find a way to get your body moving every single day. Pick something you enjoy such as yoga, running, belly dancing, or other activities that get your heart pumping! Not only will you look better but you will feel better and reap the benefits of staying active.

4 Mind, body and soul is all in one. It’s not only what you eat but also your environment. You have the power to remove toxic things from your life that add stress and unwanted harm to your mental health. It’s 100% healthy to talk to friends, loved ones or therapist and seek help and guidance at any time in your life.

5 Get enough restful sleep, as it helps with your body’s ability to heal and regulate hunger hormones. When we don’t sleep well, we tend to make poor food decisions. HF

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SPONSORED CONTENT BAKER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC / ERVIN PHYSICAL THERAPY

Finding Better Health through

Chiropractic and Occupational Therapy “I feel like I don’t even know my body anymore.” This is a phrase uttered by countless women at various points in their life; puberty, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause and postmenopause to name a few. It can be difficult to talk about symptoms related to female reproductive health because society teaches us not to discuss things like urinary incontinence, pain during intercourse, pelvic organ prolapse, etc. More commonly, women will talk to their doctors about low back pain or tailbone pain which usually lands them in my chiropractic office. I was getting great results reducing low back pain, but many women were still reporting leakage with laughing or core weakness after pregnancy. As I started to hear more and more stories of frustrated women who felt as though their bodies

just weren’t cooperating, I began exploring other therapies that would help. Through my research, I stumbled upon pelvic floor rehabilitation. The only obstacle 4 years ago was that I was having difficulty finding a practitioner locally for referrals. Fortunately, last year I was introduced to Britney Ervin, OTR/L who along with her husband Isaac Ervin, DPT opened Ervin Physical Therapy in Morganfield. Baker Family Chiropractic is a husband/wife team, so it seemed a natural fit to explore each other’s specialties. We have discovered that combining chiropractic care with pelvic floor therapy has led to quick, effective, and long-lasting results for our patients. As we grew this interdisciplinary relationship, we also quickly realized that Britney is skilled in handling pediatric

cases as well. As a pediatric occupational therapist, she works with us to treat sensory processing disorder, picky eating, developmental delay, torticollis and chronic constipation. As chiropractors, we are experts at treating the spinal restrictions that contribute to each of these disorders, but that only addresses the biomechanical component of the spine and nervous system. Britney meets with parents to provide one-on-one instruction, hands on therapy, and treatment plans that address each individual child’s needs. Combined with gentle chiropractic adjustments, we are helping families embark on a holistic journey of health and lay the foundation for optimal growth and development. HF

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THRIVE NONPROFIT F A M I LY M E D I C A L C E N T E R

Help is on THE WAY Written by Amanda Waggener // Photo by Darrin Phegley

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new clinic is on its way to Henderson that will provide medical services to those who are unable to afford primary care. “There is

a group of people who have everything they need. Then there is a group of people who are impoverished. However, there is also a group of people who are caught in the middle,” says Dr. Rebecca Hopper. Rebecca felt frustration when she witnessed this scenario among her own patients at her family practice; leading her to develop the idea of creating a service that would offer primary medical assistance to those without insurance or who are underinsured. “Evansville has a service similar to this, but Henderson really has nothing,” she described. The Lexington, KY native knew this would need to be a team approach for optimum success, so she began gathering partners to help her dream shape into a reality. Local pediatrician, Dr. Jennifer Liles came on-board offering her building to be used for the site of the clinic, as well as, donating pediatric care to the children who come to the clinic. Chris Butler, pharmacist and owner of Butler’s Apothecary also saw the need for help in our community and joined the group. Having the foundation of a pediatrician, a family doctor

and a pharmacist established, Dr. Hopper then developed a board consisting of those with skill sets that could assist Thrive with public relations, grant writing and legal services. “We sat around a table and decided it was going to be completely privately funded through the donations of some very generous people and by applying for grants. We won’t bill insurance. We won’t turn anyone away,” recalls Chris. “It’s a one-stop-shop; they will come in, get seen by a doctor, get medication if necessary and go home.” The prescriptions that will be given will primarily be antibiotics as “no narcotics will be on site, nor will they be prescribed.”

NOT ONLY SURVIVING, THRIVING Thrive’s mission is to “provide high quality primary medical care to uninsured or underinsured adults and children. This medical care will be delivered in an appealing environment with an attitude of honest service towards those in need. No patient within our scope of care will be turned away for inability to pay or lack of resources. We seek to help members of our community not just survive but Thrive in their personal health.” The clinic, which is set to be operational by early fall 2021, will be located at 110 N. Water Street and will be open one Saturday a month. While they don’t plan to turn anyone away, they do encourage only those unable to afford primary care utilize the clinic. “We prefer if you have Medicaid, Medicare or sufficient insurance that you use the resources available to you instead of coming to this clinic. We are looking to help people like migrant workers who don’t have insurance, large families with massive co-pays and deductibles or single moms needing help. We want to keep our clinic open and available to those who really need it,” explains Chris. Chris is excited to begin this endeavor with the Thrive team as it is a way that he is able to give back to the community. “In my business, I have to consider if my patient will be able to afford this drug, which takes away from patient care,” laments the pharmacist who feels discouraged when a person is unable to afford a medication they need or has to settle with a second choice of treatment because their insurance doesn’t cover the medication the doctor prescribed. He looks forward to working in this clinic because money will not be a factor regarding course of care. “I went to pharmacy school to help people. This way is sheer care. We are doing what we love to do without the concept of money being brought into it. We enjoy being a doctor or a pharmacist and helping people, “Chris continues “Nobody is making a penny off this. It’s just one small way that we can give back.”

HOW TO HELP Thrive will soon be operational and will provide desperately needed relief to those in need of their generous services. If you would like to volunteer, contribute or get additional information about services offered please email thrivenonprofitclinic@gmail.com. Be sure to like Thrive Nonprofit Family Medical Clinic on Facebook as updates will also be posted there.

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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Discover

The Book Nook

ADVICE AND TIPS ON H OW TO M AKE PARENTING AN D L IFE EASIER

All of these books are available for check out at the Henderson County Public Library.

The Night Before Father’s Day

Llama Llama Daddy’s Day

By: Natasha Wing It’s the night before Father’s Day, and Mom and the kids have a plan to surprise Dad with a special gift. When Dad goes for a bike ride, everyone gets to work. Dad wakes up the next day to find his garage newly organized and his car sparkly clean. So, of course, he celebrates by taking everyone for a spin!

By: Anna Dewdney Celebrate Father’s Day with Llama Llama and Nelly Gnu in this 8|8 based on an episode of the animated Llama Llama Netflix series. In this episode-based 8|8, Llama Llama helps Nelly Gnu make the perfect Father’s Day gift for Daddy Gnu! Your little llamas will love relating to their favorite picture book character as he faces new and challenging situations.

Biscuit Loves Father’s Day By: Alyssa Satin Capucilli Father’s Day is a great time to show Dad how much we love him. Unfold the big flaps and join Biscuit for fun times with Dad -- exploring, playing, and sharing.

The Berenstain Bears and the Papa’s Day Surprise By: Stan Berenstain Papa Bear makes it clear to his family that he does not believe in celebrating Fathers’ Day, then changes his opinion but fears it may be too late for any special treatment.

Happy Father’s Day By: Mercer Mayer Father’s Day is just around the corner, and Little Critter and Little Sister have decided to plan a big surprise for Dad and Grandpa. Join them as they make cards, cook a special breakfast together, and put on a magic show. Lift the flaps and find out what Father’s Day surprises are in store!

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DISCOVER

KIDS

meal deals

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

Golden Corral

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

Denny’s

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

Fazoli’s

.99 kids meal with adult purchase 5-8pm

Pizza Hut

1 free kids meal per adult entree (buffet only)

Wings Etc.

Kids eat free 5-8 with purchase of adult entree

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

Brown Bag Burgers

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

Shoney’s

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

Wendy’s

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

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

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Out & About

EVEN T S AN D ACTIVITIES FOR OWE NSBORO FAMILIES

SUMMER FUN GUIDE!

Close to home or a short drive away, this list of events and places to go will keep the fun flowing all summer long! June // July 2021 . HENDERSON FAMILY

OUT & ABOUT

Porchfest 2021 SATU RDAY, J UNE 5 @ 5-8PM

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Mark and Monica Hargis on their front porch // Photo by Darrin Phegley

enderson is full of unique

family is setting up for their second

Mark stated. In order to get their porch

events and traditions, and after

Porchfest.

ready, they clean and put out flowers,

a year of quarantining and

first

put out chairs for those that do not have

the stressors that came with being in a

approached to participate in Porchfest

their own, and prepare some shady areas

pandemic, the townsfolk are ready to

back in 2019, and they expressed delight

for people to sit. Previously, they were

get back out there and enjoy the perks

in participating once more. Monica

able to obtain a snow cone truck that

of living in this city. In June, they will

was very thankful for the Downtown

sat outside of their house. Mark says

be able to come out to celebrate the

Henderson Partnership and Lindsay

that there are several aspects that come

second annual Porchfest, a gathering of

Locasto, executive director: “Lindsay is

together to make it a more enjoyable

musicians and bands that will be playing

very good about organizing the whole

experience. “We’re liable to have a

on the porches of locals living on South

thing and getting volunteers. You don’t

popcorn machine out front- maybe a

Main Street.

want too many houses too close together

hotdog cart. It’s really just whatever we

One couple that is offering up their

because then the music overlaps and

can come up with. We look forward to it

porch for a band is Mark and Monica

blends together, so she was really good

and so do our neighbors.”

Hargis. On the evening of Porchfest, you

about trying to find a nice balance for

will find well renowned band “King’s

each block.”

the Porchfest, it will be on June 5th

Highway,” featuring Mark Hargis himself

This event sparks a lot of excitement

from 5PM to 8PM on South Main Street,

along with Josh Johnston, Zeb Hargis,

in the community. “People like to show

starting at the Henderson County Public

Kevin Bowlds, Mike Fulkerson, and

off and decorate their porches. It’s

Library. Come see the Hargis family,

Kristy Westerfield. Anyone who is willing

something different- something for the

King’s Highway, and many other local

to open up their porches can do so if they

neighbors to do. It’s something that

bands and musicians for a night of fun in

live in the closed off area, and the Hargis

really gets the neighborhood excited,”

beautiful downtown Henderson.

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Mark

and

Monica

were

If you want to come out to experience

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OUT & ABOUT

Walk on the Wild Side FR I DAY, J U N E 11 @ 10-11A M

ART FROM THE HEART TUESDAY-TH URS DAY, JUNE 8-10 @ 9:30-11:30AM

JOH N J A M ES AU D U B ON S TAT E PA R K M U S E U M

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ART, ART, ART! This class is geared for the serious young artists who love to be creative and work in any medium. It is a 3-day workshop for ages 6-8. They will be using watercolor, oil & soft pastels, tempera and more. Supplies are included in the fee of $32 ($30 for Friends of Audubon Members). Pre-registration is required, as class size is limited. For more information, please contact Kim McGrew-Liggett 270-826-2247.

JOH N J A M E S AUDUBON STATE PA RK M USE UM

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STUDIO ART

Help your child discover how wildlife and nature shapes our world during this 60-minute interactive program for preschool children, ages 3-5. This monthly children’s lesson will bring nature into focus through play, creativity, and exploration. Each program involves a variety of activities: games, crafts, storybooks, live animal visits, hikes, songs, and more! Pre-registration is required. Cost is $5 per child. Adults must be in attendance. Space is limited. Facial masks are required. To register your child, please contact Lisa Hoffman at 270-826-2247.

TU ESDAY-THU R S DAY, J U N E 16-17 @ 9:30A M-12PM J OH N J A M E S AUDU BON M USE UM

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Studio Art is for the advanced students ages 9-13, with previous art experience and loves art. Students will be learning several techniques and working in watercolor, mixed media, acrylic, colored pencils and pastels. Pre-registration is required. Supplies are included in class fee of $34 ($32 for Friends of Audubon members). Class is limited. For more information, please contact Kim McGrew-Liggett at 270-826-2247.

Princess at the Castle WED N ESDAY, J U N E 30 & THU R SDAY, J ULY 1 @ 9:30-11:30A M

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Girls ages 6-8 will have a blast at the Princess at the Castle camp. The girls will start both days wearing a tiara and having non-stop fun doing princess art projects, learning about reptiles, fun with Bertha Bubbles, chalk art and learning about Audubon’s princess, Lucy Audubon. We will not be having the Princess tea at this session, but the girls will still receive the royal treatment. Pre-registration is required. Class is limited. Cost is $28 ($26 for Friends of Audubon Members). For more information, please contact Kim McGrew-Liggett at 270-826-2247.

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30th Annual W.C. Handy Blues & Barbeque Festival 2021 WED N ESDAY, J UNE 16 SATURDAY, J UN E 19

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AU DU B ON MILL PARK

The festival is back again this year, and the Henderson community is very excited. Free to the public, this event will begin on Wednesday, June 16 from 3-9pm, Thursday from 5:30-8pm and Friday and Saturday from noon-10pm. Bring your family, and enjoy some amazing music. For more information, please call 270-826-3128 or visit www.handyblues.org.

RIVERBOAT CRUISES AMERICAN DUTCHESS F RI DAY, J UNE 4 @ 11AM-7PM T HU RSDAY S, J UNE 24, J ULY 8 & J ULY 15 @ 7AM-6PM

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We are happy to welcome our riverboat cruisers back to Henderson! It has been way too long since we’ve had the pleasure of seeing them out and about in Henderson. Welcome back Cruisers!

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OUT & ABOUT

HENDERSON’S RIVERFRONT SPL ASH PAD, WA L KI NG TRAIL, PARK & MORE!

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Families can enjoy the Riverfront splash pad in downtown Henderson. Kids will enjoy running and playing in the water on those hot summer days. Grab lunch at one of Henderson’s delicious, downtown restaurants, enjoy watching boats pass by on the river and enjoy the park, too. Make an afternoon of spending your time in downtown Henderson.

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Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden O PEN DA I LY @ 11A M-4PM

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Head over the bridge to enjoy a beautiful summer day at Mesker Park Zoo. Adult tickets are $9.50, children age 3-12 are $8.50 and children 2 and under are free. Be sure to check their website to learn about COVID guidelines and restrictions to plan a fun, family trip this summer.

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OUT & ABOUT Photos by Tanner+West

OWENSBORO PARENT MAGAZINE’S 5TH ANNUAL KIDS MULTISPORT EVENT S ATU R DAY, J U LY 31, 2021

OWE NS B ORO H E ALTH H E A LTH PA RK • OWE NSBORO, KY

he Owensboro Parent Magazine Kids Triathlon is returning this year, with a twist! In an effort to comply with all existing COVID safety protocols, this year’s event will be an alloutdoor, bike-run event. Children ages 4-14, of all abilities, are invited to bike, run, and have fun! Join us at the Owensboro Health Healthpark on Saturday, July 31 for outdoor fun. Registration is now open at OwensboroParent.com. The event will begin and end at the Owensboro Health Healthpark, and all roads will be closed to through-traffic, with the help of the Owensboro Police Department. Come enjoy a live DJ, post-race refreshments, 42 HENDERSON FAMILY

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and the most fun way to get kids moving this summer! Children are split into appropriate age groups, and will complete the following distances at the below start times: • 4-6: Bike .5 miles, Run .2 miles; 7:30am • 7-8: Bike 2.43 miles, Run .53 miles; 8am • 9-10: Bike 2.43 miles, Run 1.02 mile; 8:45am • 11-14: Bike 3.66 miles, Run 1.02 mile; 9:30am Children of all abilities are welcome to participate, and families are encouraged to spectate and cheer. “We are so excited to bring the event back this year. Owensboro Parent

Magazine believes in getting families together, outdoors, and active! We love bringing our community together, so this event encompasses all of that in a really fun atmosphere,” said Ashley Gleason, race director.

The

event