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from the editor In this issue, the Owensboro Parent writers and staff dish on our favorite Christmas memory or tradition. It was difficult for me to come up with one. Christmas wasn’t a huge deal for me growing up, so for me, Christmas tradition really began when I met my husband. He proposed to me just a few days after the first Christmas we spent together. We were visiting his family in northern Illinois, and one night Jeff decided he wanted to take me to a park he went to when he was growing up. December in the Chicago area is cold, but from my memory, this was the coldest temperature I had experienced… ever. There was ice on the pathway around the park. For the life of me, I couldn’t imagine why Jeff wanted to take me for a stroll (more like skate) in this bitterly cold, icecovered park. When we got to a small bridge, stretching over a frozen creek, Jeff got down on one knee. It is hard to believe that was five years ago. Our lives have changed a lot since then. We now have a spoiled, furry, slightly overweight Golden Retriever. We built our first home, sold it, and are now in the process of building our second. And then there’s Avery. Nothing could have changed our lives more than our sweet daughter. We spent Thanksgiving this year with Jeff ’s family in Illinois. We decided to drive to that park and revisit that same bridge where Jeff got down on one knee… this time, with Avery. We were so excited to create that memory with her. Avery? She cared more about the ducks in the pond. For us, Christmas is about creating memories, creating our own traditions that we can share with our daughter each year. May you and your families create special, long-lasting memories this Christmas season. May you not take for granted one second with the ones you love. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Owensboro Parent to you and yours.
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december features parent talk [6] the christmas gift [8] coming full circle [10] journal your memories [12] resolutions for busy parents [14] a little christmas [16]
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traditional gift giving [20]
[40] take control over your wallet
christmas memories [22]
[43] december calendar
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parent talk When is it too early to start decorating for Christmas? That’s what we asked in this month’s ParentTalk. We wanted to know -- when do you put up your tree, light your house and start listening to Christmas music? When does your family start getting in the Christmas spirit? Here are a few of our favorite answers from Facebook.
I’m a little bit obsessed with Christmas! Our tree goes up the day after
It’s too weird to me to have Christmas decorations up before
Halloween every year. My son is 19 months old and he is loving it!
celebrating Thanksgiving. I really don’t like hearing Christmas music in
- Haley Nicole McRoy
the stores before Thanksgiving either. Instead of reminding me of the
We never start till after December 1. We love the Thanksgiving season--- the food, the weather, the family time!
- Joanna Shockley
true meaning of Christmas, our Saviour’s birth, it makes me think the stores are trying to manipulate me to buy, buy, buy. I love all things Christmas on the day AFTER Thanksgiving. We have so much to be thankful for, it’s worth the wait to ponder those things. Then, celebrate Jesus’s birth!
Me and my family decided we will put up our tree and decorate it after we settle down from the Thanksgiving festivities on Thanksgiving Day. Then we are going to pop in a Christmas movie and drink hot cocoa.
- Amanda Basham
-Amanda Andrew Brown We have had one of our trees up since the Saturday before Halloween. We put up several trees, and it’s a lot of work so we get started early so we have plenty of time to enjoy them. And we’ve been listening to Christmas music since then...there’s no such thing as too much
Since I’m a teacher, I typically use Election Day to keep my daughter home with me, put up the tree and decorate for Christmas.
- Nikki Gentry Sims
Christmas spirit!
- Amy Rodgers
Put it up? I never take it down! It’s Christmas all year at our house! - Lori Robinson
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christmas gift the
{ by: lora wimsatt }
W
ithout coming right out and saying so – well, okay, maybe
are a child’s eyes when playing with a beloved teddy bear.
she did say so – my daughter let me know I needn’t bother
I know times change. I know I’m fighting a losing battle.
trying to buy clothing for my granddaughter.
Maybe my grandmother felt this way about
“You and Briley have a different sense of
corncob dolls.
style,” Beth said. I was vaguely miffed. I personally believe Briley would rather wear jeans and cowboy boots than all those frills and ruffles, but I’m willing to concede this battle until Briley is old enough to speak up for herself. But with Christmas approaching, I’m left wandering the stores in search of gifts for my two grandgirls. They are not quite 2 years old, and let’s
I know times change. I know I’m fighting a losing battle. Maybe my grandmother felt this way about corncob doll.
But in the meantime, Christmas was coming, and I wanted something special to put under the tree for Briley and Lyla. Something they would keep, and love, and remember. Something that did not require batteries. I trudged despairingly up and down every toy aisle in town. I don’t even know what I was looking for, but I never found it. Then, most unexpectedly, there it was: The
be honest. They have both already accumulated
perfect gift.
more toys than they know what to do with. I don’t
I was at the office, and one of my co-workers – a
remember seeing that many toys in the old Sears Wish Book.
gal who would definitely dress a little girl in frills and ruffles –
Most of their toys turn on, plug in, light up, make noise
was showing an apron she and her mother had made.
and are, in my old-fashioned opinion, totally bizarre. Whatever
Everyone else was cooing over the appliqués, and I have
happened to an old stuffed dog that did nothing but listen to your
to admit, they were adorable. Me, I was fingering the sturdy
secrets, and dolls that did nothing but let you cuddle them? The
material, thinking to myself that this apron would stand up to
only “moving parts” I think are appropriate for toys are puzzle
years of rolling out dough and cutting out cookies and stirring
pieces and blocks, and the only things I think should “light up”
batter and breading pork chops …
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I could smell the cinnamon and vanilla already.
I ordered two.
The aprons will be wrapped and under my tree
for Christmas day. My daughter and daughter-in-law will be pleased – and surprised – that I selected their favorite pattern (polka dots) in their favorite colors (brown and pink), even though I don’t like polka dots and I don’t think those colors go together at all.
They will tease me about finally finding an article
of clothing for their daughters that isn’t made out of
4 ways
to reduce holiday stress Have fun with decorating. Perfection is only in the magazines. Allow kids to color pictures, glue, paint, and glitter ornaments. They may want to add a favorite item to the tree. That could be a stuffed animal, candy canes, or a homemade star. Whatever they choose, it’s a great memory. When you have reached a stress level that is threatening to dampen your holiday cheer, sit down, take deep breaths, count your blessings, and re-evaluate what is important. Ask yourself this question – would it be devastating if we didn’t _______ (fill in the blank)?
red plaid flannel or tooled leather. I’ll just smile. Because as cute as they are, the
A clear state of mind and health is a gift you give yourself. So get a good night’s sleep, eat healthy food not junk food, and laugh a lot!
aprons are really not the gift.
The gift is the memories we will make together
when my grandgirls wear them.
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Lora Wimsatt is a mother, grandmother and writer. She enjoys the everyday blessings and adventures of life, especially her family
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Plan meals that are easy. Use your slow cooker and microwave for quick and easy meals. Again, plan ahead. If you are having breakfast for supper, put eggs and bacon on your grocery list. Plan a chili in the slow cooker, then use the left overs on baked potatoes for another meal. Pancakes are a great night meal. Fix a roast with vegetables over the weekend, and then use the leftovers to make a stew.
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Christy Ramey is the Daviess County Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences. She has been married for 38 years & has three children & three grandchildren.
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coming
full circle
Norma Hecker and daughter Kaylee
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{by: christina dalton,
M
artin Luther King Jr. said, “Faith is taking the first step
someone else one day.”
even when you don’t see the whole staircase.”
M S S W, C S W }
As I spoke with her about the years that she needed assistance,
That’s exactly what Norma Hecker, domestic violence survivor,
her eyes began to water and a single tear rolled down her cheek. I
did when she decided to start over and go back to school in
apologized for making her upset. She said, “I’m not upset, it’s good
December 2009. She was 28 years old with a daughter, Kaylee, age
to remember where you came from.” She described how difficult
7. Norma and Kaylee moved in with her mom. Norma attended
those years were taking care of Kaylee, helping her with school
Owensboro Community and Technical College, studying medical
work, going to college and then staying up late to finish her own
office and administration.
homework. She wanted more than anything to set a good example
for her daughter.
I met with Norma to talk with her about her story. I’ve known
her since Kaylee was in kindergarten at Burns Elementary
School, where I am the Family Resource Coordinator (FRC),
really understand what was going on. I was so impressed how she
helping Norma and Kaylee with school supplies, clothing and
used her life to teach her daughter humility and gratefulness. She
Christmas assistance throughout the years. Norma was always
told me how she explained to Kaylee that back then they needed a
so appreciative and the one thing I remember her saying was,
little help, a little boost to get them through a tough time and that
“I won’t need this help forever and hopefully I’ll be able to help
it didn’t mean they were poor or “not good enough.”
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I wondered how Kaylee handled their situation and did she
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Norma talked about how the FRC helped with school supplies and
because she wants to give back to someone who might be in need
again she became emotional. Sitting across the table from her I
like she was once.
could visibly see her go to another time and place. She said, “You
don’t know what it meant to send Kaylee to school with what she
during our interview. Norma said, “I’m so sorry it’s Kaylee.” Sitting
needed. It was such a stress reliever when everything else was too
across the table, I can hear everything she is saying. The funniest
much.”
part of her conversation was when I heard Kaylee say, “So how did
Norma graduated last December and has a great job as a
it go with that lady?” To which Norma replies, “I’m still here.”
customer service representative. She has her own house, her own
And Kaylee says, “Do good mom…love you.” It was such a sweet
car and is engaged to be married. This family has come full circle.
moment. The bond they have is undeniable. I asked Norma if she
At the beginning of school, Kaylee and her mom helped another
had any advice for other people trying to start over and she said,
child by making sure they had all their school supplies and donated
“Don’t be ashamed to ask for help, always give back and if you have
clothing before school started. Kaylee will be 11 when this magazine
determination you can do anything.” Well said Norma…
comes out and I asked mom what she wanted for her birthday. She
said, “All she wants for her birthday is to have a few friends over for
free to check with any school and they will send you in the right
a sleepover.”
direction. Thanks for always being such a giving community!
As far as Christmas goes, the only list Kaylee has right now is
I can’t finish this article without mentioning that Kaylee called
If you would like to help a child in need this Christmas, feel
Merry Christmas from my family to yours…
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a list of items she wants to buy for a child in need from the Burns Elementary Angel Tree. Kaylee wants to pick a child that is younger
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Christina Dalton, MSSW, CSW is the Family Resource Center Coordinator for Daviess County Public Schools.
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journal your I
memories
don’t journal. Thank goodness my wife does. Journaling can
one you will ever regret. If you don’t believe me, let me share a few
capture thoughts, events, and moments in time. Along with
of our favorite stories from each of our own kids as testimony. Some
hundreds (thousands!) of pictures, our journaled life with kids is
are serious, but most are humorous, even in a PG sort of way.
among one of our most treasured possessions.
“Life in a house with kids tends to get busy and before you
teach our kids about history. When we lived in Murray we were
know it it’s gone. The kids pass through stages so fast. Journaling
not far from Land Between the Lakes and the 1850 Homeplace, a
is one of our greatest family treasures. To remember those specific
historical, outdoor, working museum. My second son Trevor was
days and those specific snippets of way back when. I didn’t journal
about 7 when we visited the first time. Of course, he had learned
every day, because I was just too busy, but I am so thankful for those
his alphabet, had studied US government and been introduced to
occasions I did,” said my wife Jeanette.
agriculture. All around Murray there were farms of tobacco, corn,
I remember spending hundreds of dollars at the hour photo
soy beans and livestock (cows, pigs, etc.) However, 1850 Homeplace
when my first child was born. I couldn’t wait the 24 hours it
had something unique; Texas Longhorn Cattle. Imagine our shock
normally took to process those baby photos. Today, I just pull out
when our sweet 7 year-old exclaimed, “Those are the horniest cows
my iPhone and take a quick shot; delete it right then if it’s bad, or
I’ve ever seen.” Of course we knew he was talking about the long
upload it to Facebook if it’s a keeper.
Like most good parents, we would look for opportunities to
curled horns on their heads, but…
While capturing great pictures has
Ok, that story was from memory, but my wife and I brought out
become as easy as making a mobile call, journaling is still a bit of
the journals for the next. My oldest was always older than his age. Even in grade school,
an art – and certainly an
he was a young adult. Probably part of being the first-born and
investment in time. But it is not
having such challenging expectations on behalf of his parents... us. We always said God knew what He was doing when He gave us Jared first. He has been such a great torch-bearer for his siblings. After exceling in school for a number of years, his 3rd grade teacher noticed Jared’s exceptional behavior and attentiveness and nominated him for a district-wide honor. We were proud and attended the quaint evening ceremony with the superintendent, his teacher and other teachers and students of note. We were especially pleased that his teacher noticed our Jared and thought to praise him. We knew that Jared should show his appreciation and we asked him to go give his teacher a big hug, to which he replied, in as serious a voice a 3rd grader can muster, “Oh, mom, I’m not really the hugging type.” Even without the hug, we made sure she knew!
Our first born has led strong and well, despite our shortcomings. Here’s evidence. One day Jeanette asked Trevor what he wanted to be when he grew up. Trevor
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simply said, “Jared.”
imbalance in our family, Emma asked Jeanette, “Mommy, did you
want a little girl?” “Well, yes Emma I did.” “Well, here I AM!” she
Journals not only bring back stories, but remind us of how
our kids used to act and sound. Words you may forget like “fosa”
proudly announced.
instead of “sofa.” When our youngest boy was three, Jeanette found
On another day, Emma was in trouble with mommy and was
him completely disrobed in the bathroom and asked, “Why have
sent to her room. After a few minutes, little Emma knowing she
you taken off all of your clothes?” to which he replied, “No mommy,
had done a grievous wrong, emerged from the room contrite with
I not naked, I still have on my ‘wocks’.”
tears in her eyes and said, “Mommy, I forgive you.”
Even when he was just 4 years old, Jared would often be one
My wife and I laughed so hard re-reading the stories and
step ahead of us. While pregnant with our third child, Jeanette
stirring up the memories again. This article was a pure joy to write.
recounts from her journal,
We noticed that even though we remembered most of the stories, in
“Jared and I were talking about the baby and how it was
many cases our memories were incomplete; the journals add such
growing each day. I explained that although the baby couldn’t
richness…and stitches in our sides. Of course, there are unique
see us, he/she could hear our voices. That way the baby would
nuances in each family’s stories that may not translate to others,
already be familiar with our family and know us right away...
but I hope we have picked some of those that do. Being parents is a
Wasn’t God smart to make it that way? Jared thought for a
great honor.
moment, “But the baby won’t know what we look like.” “No,
And that’s one of the benefits to journaling. It’s easy to get
that’s right; he’ll only know our voices.” Jared quickly noted,
frustrated, irritated, mad or disappointed with your kids. However,
“Maybe he thinks we’re black.” (Note to reader, mommy and
those are just the times to take out your journal and remind
daddy are both Caucasian.)
yourself of your greatest blessing…the blessing of kids.
OP
We have three wonderful boys and one glorious girl. Actually, we were convinced we would be parents of 4 boys all through the
Dean Ehrenheim, with his wife Jeanette, is raising four great kids. He regularly
last pregnancy. But God knows best how to bless. Noting the
writes about his experiences in parenting, coaching and wellness. His email is
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dmeymca@gmail.com.
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new year’sresolutions for
busy parents
Every year people have the best of intentions to improve themselves as a new year begins. But many of these resolutions are extremely personal, rather than family-focused. Following are some ideas to make you a better parent and family leader.
Live in the moment.
Be more positive.
Our children grow up so fast. Yes, it’s a cliché, but that’s because
It is such a trap to focus on correcting your child’s behavior
it’s true. We have so much to do every day, partly because of
and mistakes. But the successes must be recognized as well, so
commitments related to the children, that at times we live on auto-
he knows what you want him to do, how you would rather he
pilot. We forget to notice the little things our babies or toddlers do.
act. When he shares nicely with his sister, tell him how pleased
Our days are richer when we enjoy the smiles, the goofy moments,
you are with his thoughtfulness. These reminders and positive
and the quirks, the cute phrases our kids say. After all, children
comments return huge dividends, much more so than the tenth
are so much fun! Just keep paying attention, and enjoy!
“no” of the day.
Make your home safer.
Make good food choices.
Accidents are a major source of injury in young children, so even
Children learn diet habits from their parents, and our
simple changes may make a huge difference. Install an alarm,
actions speak louder than words. Plan to include an extra
add locks to the pool fence, and put up the medicines. Don’t leave
fruit in your daily routine, avoid that second helping, or
your family at risk just from an oversight. Research the latest
stop buying sugary drinks. Every good choice will decrease
recommendations for household safety at healthychildren.org.
the chances your child ends up with a weight problem later.
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Listen. Studies clearly show that the teenagers who are best able to resist falling into highrisk behaviors are those who feel socially
new years resolutions BY THE
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“connected” to a trusted adult, meaning one with whom they feel safe discussing peer pressure, romance, and substance use. Sure, we would love for this trusted adult to be a parent, but the main thing is that the child should have an outlet to talk about these issues
45% of americans usually make new year’s resolutions
instead of feeling pressured into an unwise choice during some social situation. Listening to your child’s needs, desires, and interests also makes you a more tuned-in parent, able to do a better job choosing gifts as well as disciplinary methods. It’s another cliché, but we can learn
38% of americans absolutlely never make new year’s resolutions
a lot from listening to our children. Maybe the holiday season is making me wax sentimental, but there is hard science behind these recommendations. And these ideas just feel right. After all, listening and learning to be more positive is a whole lot easier than losing 20 pounds before spring break…
47% of resolutions are self improvement or education related
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With eight children in the house, Dr Gannon has no choice but to listen, because he can’t get a word in edgewise. The challenge is to pay attention and stay upbeat.
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every child deserves a little christmas Toys for Tots Area Coordinator, Matt Fitzgerald and former Area Coordinator, Jerry Paul.
Since it began 60 years ago, the United States Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots program has distributed over 450 million new toys to over 200 million underprivileged children in America. { by: danny may }
T
he many volunteers who make Toys for Tots possible year
Owensboro Parent sat down with local TFT coordinator Matt
after year embody the true spirit of Christmas. The gift of
Fitzgerald to hear more of the story behind Toys for Tots.
a shiny new toy - something that most people take for granted – shows a needy child that someone cares, that they haven’t been
Tell me the history of Toys for Tots:
forgotten, and that Christmas hasn’t passed them by.
Major Bill Hendricks of United States Marine Corps Reserve
Since it began 60 years ago, the United States Marine Corps’
started Toys for Tots in Los Angeles in 1947. That first year they
Toys for Tots program has distributed over 450 million new toys to
collected 5,000 toys. Since then it’s grown so much that the 2011
over 200 million underprivileged children in America. That great
campaign distributed almost 16 million toys to more than 7
success is attributed to local coordinators and their countless
million children across America.
volunteers who conduct the campaigns on the local level.
All the toys collected in the toy drives are distributed in the
Those toys were given to Salvation Army, Christmas Wish,
area they were collected in. Our local chapter TFT program serves
Pitino Shelter, Oasis, Help Office, Migrant Head Start, Housing
14 Counties: Daviess, Hancock, Muhlenberg, McLean, Ohio,
Authority, St. Vincent de Paul, many local churches, community
Union, Henderson, Christian, Hopkins, Webster, Trigg, and Todd.
centers, Good Fellows, Audubon Area Head Start, Green River
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Here in Owensboro we collected 17,039 toys for 8,028 children.
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Outreach, and local school systems.
is irreplaceable. The Salvation Army team is such a great asset to us and they are a great example of leadership and service.
So how does it work?
Owensboro has one of the finest groups of people who gather
Our toy collection campaign begins in October and lasts until mid
at the American Legion year after year to provide so much for
to late December. We have Toys for Tots “drop boxes” at different
the Toys for Tots campaign. Jimmy and Janie Rhodes head up a
businesses around Owensboro. Members of the community drop
committee that puts on a huge fundraiser for us every year. Tim
new, unwrapped toys in the collection boxes. We pick them up
Banks built (yes, built!) a Marine Corps Toys for Tots motorcycle
and store them in a warehouse where the toys are sorted by age
from the ground up. It’s a genuine work of art and a true example
and gender. At Christmas we distribute the toys to less fortunate
of Tim’s talent and devotion to Toys for Tots.
children with the help of local social welfare agencies, church groups, and other local community agencies.
Why do you want to be the local coordinator? I was honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corps
What makes Owensboro’s TFT program special?
in June of 2009. The military instills such a strong feeling of
Daviess County is one of the most generous places I have ever
purpose, duty, and responsibility and I wanted to utilize all the
been; it amazes me and waters my eyes at the same time. There
great resources I gained from the Marine Corps. So I began to look
is never a need not met or a request turned down. I have so many
for a way to continue to serve on a local level. I looked for about
people to thank for their time, talents, and treasure. Jerry Paul
a year and a half and then in October 2010 I had the opportunity
and Lou Drawdy along with the Marine Corps League members
to go on a mission trip to an orphanage in Guatemala. It changed
built the local Toys for Tots campaign by going door to door,
my life! Once I returned I knew that I wanted to help children.
business to business, creating what we have now. I am spoiled to
That was my mission and my calling in life. Not long after that,
say the least. Their devotion is unparalleled and their friendship
I attended a Marine Corps Birthday celebration with some guys
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from the Marine Corps League here in Owensboro. They told me about the Toys for Tots program and asked me to volunteer and ride along with them. I immediately showed interest and even asked them to help coordinate the program. Jerry Paul, the coordinator at the time, said I could be his sidekick that year and take over the reins in 2011. I had finally found what I was looking for! I love it! For me, Toys for Tots is a chance to make a difference. I really believe that my generation needs to step up, take charge, and take over programs such as Toys for Tots or these programs will be lost. How can our readers donate toys or get involved in the program? If you want to donate toys we have drop off boxes at WalMart, Sam’s, Dollar Stores, several banks, just about everywhere really. And if you want to make a financial contribution or get involved, just call me at 270-922-8111!
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number of counties served. Kentucky: Daviess, Hancock, Muhlenberg, McLean, Ohio, Union, Henderson, Christian, Hopkins, Webster, Trigg and Todd. Indiana: Spencer and Perry
17,039
8,028
toys given to children in 2011.
children who recieved toys in 2011.
These toys were given to the following organizations: Salvation Army, Christmas Wish, Pitino Shelter, Oasis, Help Office, Migrant Head Start, Housing Authority, St. Vincent de Paul, Churches, Community Centers, Good fellows, Audubon Area Head start, Green River Outreach, and local school systems
Danny May is a husband and father of two boys (3 and almost 5). He is also the Director of Family Life at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.
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ith the Holiday season upon us, millions of people begin their seemingly never-
ending search for the perfect gifts for their loved ones. Finding traditional, affordable Christmas gifts that friends and family will appreciate isn’t easy. Many people are seeking a perfect unique traditional gift; everyone wants it to be special.
traditional gift giving
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Homemade Candies Homemade candy is a traditional Christmas gift that will never go out of style. Trunnell’s has classic holiday candies including Kentucky Bourbon Balls, Cream-pulled candy, homemade turtles, peppermint bark, old-fashioned potato candy, and peanut brittle, which are perfect for holiday gift giving.
Fresh Baked Pies & Bread This Christmas give a traditional gift that many are too busy to do themselves…Surprise everyone with homemade sweet breads and pies. Some of the breads we make are butter top, split top cinnamon, cobblestone cinnamon, jalapeño cheese, pumpkin chocolate chip, pumpkin nut, and fruit breads with apple, peach, banana nut, zucchini nut, orange cranberry nut and triple berry.
Homemade Jams, Jellies & Relishes Give homemade jams and jellies made the old-fashioned way. Trunnell’s carries a bounty of delicious jams, jellies, and relishes that create the perfect gift for your friends and family this holiday.
Fresh Pressed Ciders It’s a rich, indulgent favorite, and Christmas wouldn’t be the same without it. Trunnell’s offers blackberry, apple, strawberry, peach, blueberry and cherry cider to tickle your family and friends’ taste buds this holiday. OP
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christmas memories A couple of years ago I composed a blog, at Christmastime highlighting a few of my favorite things about Christmas. Though not referenced, in that writing, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s composition of a “My Favorite Things” from The Sound of Music is a treasure for me at Christmas. It’s a beautiful song “Maria” sings, reminding us to think of our favorite things when we are feeling sad and then we “don’t feel so bad.” The song was not intended as a song for the Christmas holiday, but with its wintery scenes and “warm woolen mittens,” it was adopted for the season. It seemed fitting to invite others to share their thoughts this time of year. I took to the Owensboro Parent staff and writers who kindly provided reflections on this very topic.
Lora Wimsatt The best gift I ever got was the one I didn’t even want. We kids spent hours poring over the pages of the Sears “Wish Book,” yearning for all the wonderful toys. There was one page filled with play sets and accessories for Gumby and Pokey – my favorite toys. I carried the catalog to Mom; she looked at the page for a long time. “Which one of these would you like best?” she asked, and I answered immediately, “Gumby and Pokey Out West.” This set had lots of cowboy accessories. “What would be your second choice?” she asked. I decided “Gumby and Pokey in Space,” with its astronaut accessories, might be fun. On it went. Finally, Mom asked, “What about the Jeep?” It was the least expensive item on the page. I hooted with laughter. “Who wants a dumb ol’ Jeep?” Christmas morning arrived – and under the tree was a yellow plastic Jeep, with a slot in the passenger seat for Pokey’s tail and extra space under the steering wheel for Gumby’s big feet. I played with that cheap plastic Jeep for years. The gift I
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didn’t want took me, Gumby and Pokey on hundreds of imaginary adventures. By the time I realized its value, my Mom was gone. I never even said “Thank you.” … Momma, here I am, 45 years later. I just want you to know your little girl loved that Jeep, and I still love you.
Christy Ramey My favorite Christmas memory is a gift my sister and I gave to my parents as teenagers. They needed a bedside table. My sister and I used babysitting money to make the purchase at an antique store in our small town, Horse Cave. We knew the owners and they gave us a good price. The fun part was getting it home! We put it in the trunk of my small car, my sister sat in the trunk holding the table as I drove very carefully home. You take these chances at Christmas! I know we were a sight on the road. It is a wonder that my father didn’t hear about it from the local police before the big reveal on
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Christmas morning! Forty-three years later that table still sits beside the bed.
Jason Tanner Having a brother a mere 14 months older than myself I could always count on two things at Christmas: One, there’s a good chance someone would hand us identical boxes, give us a countdown to open them, and suprise, we’d find identical gifts. And two, we’d get “shared” gifts. Sometimes the “shared” gifts made perfect sense. After all, who wants to play fooseball by themselves. It’s much better spending Christmas playing with your brother. And one of my favorites gifts, the first generation Nintendo, seems completely logical to share. But sometimes the “shared” gifts seemed like they needed a singular owner. Come on, who wants to share underwear and socks? Putting aside identical, “shared” and every other gift we got at Christmas, my greatest Christmas memory is just being with my brother. The excitement we shared waiting for Chrismas morning and all those times we spent playing together and exploring our new gifts. That joy and happiness still resonates when I think back on those memories.
Christina Dalton I was 8 years old, my brother was 13. We were already asleep when our parents were getting ready for bed. I remember Mom waking me up and telling me we had visitors. It was Santa and Mrs. Claus in my living room… way past my bedtime! I was freaked out but even more I recall my parents being equally shocked. We each put our hand in a stocking, pulled out some candy, told Santa what we wanted for Christmas and as fast as they came, they were gone. To this day my parents say they have no idea who it was because… it was the real Santa Claus. No doubt about it...I Believe!
Casey Hamilton
My daughter, Addison, is crazy about horses. At Christmas 2006, she wanted “Butterscotch” a giant animated pony, big enough for her
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to “ride” on. It was expensive! That same year, we brought home our son, Jack, from Guatemala. Addison was having a difficult time due to the attention he was garnering. She acted out a little, as jealous five-year-olds are programmed to do. My first instinct was not to let Santa bring Butterscotch because Addison’s behavior had not warranted such an awesome gift. That morning, after Addison saw everything Santa brought, Butterscotch was nowhere to be found. She hung her head low and said, “So I guess I am not getting Butterscotch? That’s okay because I got a new baby brother- the best present I could ask for.” Tears welled up in my eyes at her sweetness. Later, while eating breakfast, we heard a noise from Addison’s room. We raced upstairs! As we entered Addison’s bedroom, Butterscotch turned his head toward the door and neighed. Addison screamed in delight as she ran to hug her horse. Attached was a note from Santa stating he had not intended to bring Butterscotch because of recent behavior, however, when he saw how humble she was that morning he decided to come back in, through her bedroom window, and leave the horse as a late Christmas morning surprise. Santa further explained he expected Addison to be a good big sister and that he would see her the next year. We all look back on that Christmas fondly and Addison, who is now 11, still talks about it being her favorite. She has long since outgrown Butterscotch, but we keep him upstairs in the kids’ bonus space. Every time I see him, the warm feelings of that Christmas morning come flooding back. Santa even surprised me, and that is not easy to do.
Ashley Sorce When I was a junior in college, I studied abroad for the fall semester. I had an incredible time in Madrid, Spain, but as fun as traveling Europe was, I missed by boyfriend back home. We had just started dating at the beginning of the semester, but we had been friends a long time before that. There was just something different about this one. When I got back home in December, I decided I was going to spend Christmas with him and his family. The airport had misplaced my luggage (which was pretty much everything I owned
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community since I had been gone for five months), I had severe jet lag, and I was delayed by snow for hours on the plane for the last leg of my trip home. All of that melted away though, when my boyfriend proposed to me a week later. Jeff and I, now married for almost four years, love Christmas and watching our little girl enjoy so many new traditions, but we still think about when it all began with our first Christmas together.
And then…there’s me.
Jeff Sorce I think back over the past years of Christmas and how many traditions I have that are close to my heart. I have been blessed to have traditions with my parents and the family I grew up with, but now with my wife, I get to share in her traditions as well. To try to pick one tradition or memory as my favorite would be simply impossible. Instead, I am more excited about the new traditions and memories that we will make with our own new family, especially with Avery. I get more excited thinking to the future--- all of the future Owensboro Christmas Parades with Avery on my shoulders, driving through the parks looking at the Christmas lights, hiding our Elf on the Shelf for Avery to find, and so many more. I am proud to have this beautiful family that I get to make new Christmas traditions with.
Robert Williams This is not so much a childhood memory but one that, since meeting my beautiful wife and her family, in this case her mother, has
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taken its place at the top. I like candy and sweets, but nothing beats my mother-in-law, Kathy’s fudge. She only makes it at Christmas. Family and friends anxiously await their treasured tin of fudge, but being her son-in-law gives me a VIP pass of sorts. I am one of the lucky ones who has a seemingly unending supply of fudge in the weeks before and after Christmas.
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Jaime Rafferty When I posted the blog, I listed 11 favorite things, but this time, I will keep it brief. Though my favorite thing NOW is celebrating our faith, Paul and our kids one of my favorite things still comes from my childhood. One of my most favorite things is a decoration. I dubbed it the “Twas the Night Before Christmas” house. I remember hanging it each Christmas with my parents, as a little girl. As I got older Mom let me hang it in its trusty spot in our family room. It’s a little red handcrafted house with two stories with the kids all nestled in their beds. I dreamed I was one of those children. It now hangs in our house at Christmas time. My mom graciously gave it our family the Christmas of 2005. I treasure it. In this time of hustle and bustle may you take time, slow down and keep your favorite things close to your heart. And then…YOU won’t feel so bad! OP
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tis the
season { by: kay corpus,
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inter can be a fun season filled with holiday parties, building snowmen and relaxing in front of the fireplace. But unfortunately the good times for families are often
interrupted with cold-weather illnesses, particularly for our kids. To help your family stay well this winter, focus on prevention and wellness. Here are the five top things to do to keep everyone you love feeling their best during the year’s coldest months.
1 Keep your hands clean.
the amount of glutathione—the body’s natural
Hand washing is the single most important way
antioxidant to fight off disease. Instead, use
you can prevent the spread of infection. Teach
lemon calf wraps to lower fever. They work
your kids to wash their hands often. Always after
wonders in pulling heat from the head to the
using the restroom and following gym workouts
legs and can be quite effective. Treat coughs
or playing sports. Send alcohol-based hand
with elderberry extract or cherry and honey
sanitizer to school with them in their backpacks.
in natural cough syrups, and eucalyptus oil in
Never share personal items such as towels, razors
a humidifier to help breathing. If you need an
or deodorant, even within your own family.
over-the-counter medicine, use ibuprofen in moderation.
2 Eat healthy. Feed your family bold-colored vegetables such
4 Stay well hydrated.
as carrots, sweet potatoes, green beans, beats
Drink LOTS of water. Don’t serve sugary drinks
and broccoli. The foods with the most vibrant
at meal time but only occasionally as special
pigments have the most nutrients and can help
treats.
ward off disease. Plan for five or more servings of fruits and vegetables each day.
5 Rest, rest, rest. I can’t emphasize this enough. The American
3 Take supplements and use natural remedies
lifestyle has become so hectic. Take time to catch
whenever possible.
your breath and relax. Get your kids in bed early
Vitamin D, vitamin C and fish oil are excellent
so you can unwind and still have time to get
to keep our immune systems strong. Avoid the
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LEMON CALF WRAPS This compress on the lower legs and feet is great to help lower fevers. Do not use this treatment if feet are cold, only if your child is hot and feet are warm. 1 Make two strips from an old sheet, about 2-3 inches wide and long as an Ace bandage. Roll up. 2 Take a small bowl of lukewarm water and place half a lemon in it. Score lemon with knife while holding under water. 3 Squeeze out lemon while holding under the water (you can press it down with a jar). Place rolled cloth strips in water. 4 Remove strips from water and wring out hard without unrolling. 5 Have child in bed with light coverings; place towel under calves and feet. Unroll cloths quickly onto feet and legs, rolling firmly—but not tightly—like an Ace bandage onto feet and calves. 6 Cover quickly with towel and sheet/light cover while your child rests. Read them a story, sing softly or just allow them to sleep. For small children you can cover the wraps with socks. 7 Remove cloths when dry, or in 20 minutes.
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have yourself a merry
iChristmas { by: ashley sorce }
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ith the holiday quickly approaching, there are sure to be
Rosita’s Jump Count
more iPhone, iPad and other device purchases. Some parents
Make sure that your device has a protective case and your tot has
are well versed in everything “i,” but some parents may need some
a firm grip! Rosita’s Jump Count hops along with your child while
advice on what smart phone and tablet apps will benefit their busy
counting aloud in both English and Spanish. (We highly recommend
family. According to a 2011 survey by Common Sense Media, 39
playing with this app on soft carpeting!)
percent of children ages two to four and 52 percent of kids ages five to eight have used a touch screen device. When customizing an app for
Park Math
your family, make sure your child is getting something educational
Little learners can follow a bear through the park and complete
out of it and set him or her up with one of these educational apps for
various math activities that combine with normal park play. Park
some fun and learning.
Math’s great visuals help kids learn counting, addition, and more. Available in two difficulty levels.
Ages 2-5 Baby’s Musical Hands
Bob Books #1 Reading Magic
The idea behind Baby’s Musical Hands is simple; the screen is
Bob Books #1 Reading Magic provides different levels of games—
split between colored keys, and as your tot taps, different sounds
from putting letters in alphabetical order to picking out the letters
are played and colorful stars fill the screen. Red squares (only in
needed to spell a word, readers of every stage will practice and learn
iPad version) hit drum beats, yellow squares play piano keys, and
letters. The app sounds out letters and words, and a picture appears
blue squares strum guitar chords. It’s a great way to introduce your
as a word is spelled correctly.
youngest to the sweet sound of music.
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Math Bingo
about all sorts of animals, Wacky Safari has
The good old game of bingo gets a new,
everything an animal lover wants. Little ones
educational twist in Math Bingo. Practice
can unscramble pictures, hear animal-themed
addition, subtraction, multiplication, and
jokes, create animal noise music, and even call
division and rotate between easy, medium, and
creatures on a wacky phone.
hard levels while playing the traditional game.
Monkey Preschool Lunchbox
Montessori Crosswords
As children learn letters, shapes, colors,
This isn’t your typical crossword puzzle;
matching, and counting, they get to collect
Montessori Crosswords actually helps kids
stickers in Monkey Preschool Lunchbox. The
learn how to spell and read. They can practice
best part? The monkey gets excited when a
cursive letters, progress to advanced levels, and
Ages 2-5
correct answer is given and even helps out
play with an interactive firework display when
The Going to Bed Book app adds
when needed.
a puzzle is complete.
Ages 6-10
Stack the States
Jungle Time
Kids answer questions about the 50 states based
Ages 6-10
Hang with jungle friends and practice telling
on location, capital, landmarks, and other
The Reading Rainbow app has
Jungle Time. Kids can set the time and tell time
fun facts in Stack the States. Once finished,
with a pre-set clock. Get it right and the animal
children can even build a map of the U.S.
roars! Lessons in time zones, time change, and the 24-hour clock are all part of the fun.
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Apps Dedicated To Every Child’s Favorite Time: Storytime
magical interactive aspects to the bestselling story that kids have loved for the past thirty years.
150 interactive books to take your child on a reading adventure. Nonfiction and fiction books come with audio storytelling, videos, and activities.
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Ages 10+ Star Walk - 5 Stars Astronomy Guide Afraid your kid will never take his or her eyes off the iPad? With Star Walk – 5 Stars Astronomy Guide, they won’t have to look away to see the world. Point the device at the sky and get instant details on the stars, satellites, and constellations based on location. They’ll have astronomical information at their fingertips. Brushes The must-have app for artists, Brushes can help young creative types paint as intricate a picture as they like. It has everything; an array of brushes, complete color wheel, and multiple layers to help create a masterpiece. The Brushes Viewer app for the computer allows you to save images and replay how you created them. Need more convincing? Artist Jorge Colombo painted a New Yorker cover using the Brushes app! Win With Washington Presidents vs. Aliens will have your kids itching to learn more about our nation’s leaders. For every correct answer, they get to fling the president at aliens to knock the extraterrestrials down. A silly pastime, but for all they’ll learn, definitely worth it. Monster Physics Kids can practice their physics problem solving skills with Monster Physics. There are 50 missions to be solved and most have multiple solutions, so the game can be played over and over again. Plus, science buffs can build their own working contraption from over 68 parts and have the app test it in real time.
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For the Parents While the kids will probably want to spend a lot of time with the new gadgets, parents be sure to use the technology too! These can be good tools to keep your life organized and simplified. Here are some clever apps that make parenting just a little easier. School A to Z It’s been a long time since Mom and Dad sat on the student side of the classroom. Sure, your kids should be doing their homework themselves, but the reality is they turn to their parents for help. If “new math” has you confused and you can’t remember the difference between active and passive voice, School A to Z is here to help. Filled with tutorials and games, the app is a crutch for parents and kids alike! Cozi The free Cozi app lets you manage your family calendar by adding appointments, setting reminders, and uploading to-do lists that all family members can see. Cozi works on your iPhone or iPad, Android, BlackBerry, or the web, and your updates automatically sync to all users connected to your account. Cozi can even send emails confirming appointments to any family member’s inbox or text them directly. Also keep track of memories and photos in the Cozi family journal. Meal Planning by Food on the Table One of the hardest parts of the back-to-school process is getting back on a regular eating schedule. Meal Planning by Food on the Table helps Mom make a weekly meal menu based on sales at the local grocery store. Saving money and eating well has never been quite so easy! Mom Maps School’s out and you’re not sure what to do with the kids? Mom Maps identifies the closest parks, restaurants, playgrounds, and more in 27 metro areas. It’s perfect for setting up spontaneous playdates, too! Clipboard by VolunteerSpot (Free)
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If you’ve been assigned (or volunteered) for the thankless job of room parent, don’t fret. With Clipboard by VolunteerSpot, you can easily seek out helpers to aid in classroom duties. Have a potluck breakfast planned for the classroom? Add it to the calendar along with the items you need and then blast it to the class. Within minutes you’ll have fellow parents signing up to bring in bagels and juice. Accuweather Just knowing it is supposed to snow doesn’t provide much help when planning for school the next day. Knowing how much it will snow does! Accuweather’s app provides specific info for Mama’s own zip code, down to hour-by-hour temperature and precipitation forecasts. The Snack App For three years I was in charge of ordering the “healthy snack” for my son’s preschool. Every year I struggled to come up with new and exciting ideas that met the healthy and kid-friendly requirements. With The Snack App, hundreds of snacks are sorted by calorie counts and type of craving, so snack helpers can easily pick selections that satisfy schools’ requests. Chore Hero Chore Hero offers a fun way to organize and track household chores every week, teaching your kids responsibility in a fun way. When they complete chores, they earn points, eventually moving from Chore Newbie to Chore Hero. Assign duties to various people on different days, or let the application pick a person at random. UpTo - Social Calendar (Free) If parenthood is all about juggling, then working parenthood is about juggling 10 things at once. If you try to keep your work, your kids, and your own schedule going on one calendar, chances are it is pretty packed. It also often means that your colleagues get notices for your kids’ doctor’s appointments because you were just trying to block out the time.
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celebrate this season of love and good will without losing yours. { by: christy ramey }
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ver hear the saying ‘Kill two birds with one stone’? Well, it’s a wonderful concept if you know how to do it. During the
Christmas season is a good time to put this little saying to work. With so much to be done and so little time to do it, we have to look for ways to use our time, money and resources wisely. Here are some suggestions: “Begin with the end in mind.” - Steven Covey I am not the originator of that thought, but it’s a great way to start your holiday season of shopping, spending, and preparation. Get the family together and make a list that includes family traditions to continue, people to include on the gift list, and even foods to eat during this time of year. Remember the holiday season is not just one day. Everything does not have to be accomplished all at once. Spread the cheer, joy, and wishes all through the month. With the wish lists in hand, bring out the calendar and plan when each activity can happen. It should be easier to fill in the calendar than to follow it, but do your best. Remember some activities involve trips to the grocery store, pulling stuff from storage, or decorating; allow time for those things as well. Planning is the key to everything! Santa even has to check his lists twice! One day each week, sit down and think about your calendar. Involve the kids by letting them help make gifts, especially gifts from the kitchen.
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Musical Instruments from Owensboro Music Center Check out the great selection of music instruments and accessories including guitars from $79.99, electric guitar and amplifier packs from $199, and complete drum sets for $399! Locally owned, nationally known for selection and service. Remember, musical children are never bored! Owensboro Music Center, 1303 Breckenridge St., (270) 684-2156, www.owensboromusiccenter.com Find us on Facebook!
MOGO… Match your mood! from Jamie’s Jewelry & Gifts Mogo is a trendsetting accessory line that combines magnetic Charms with linkable Charmbands and fashionable footwear. MOGO Charmbands link together to make wristbands, ankle bands, headbands, belts, chokers and more. There is a MOGO Charm to match every mood. Jamie’s Jewelry & Gifts, 3101 Alvey Park Drive East in Owensboro, (270) 925-3570.
Contemporary & Misses Clothing from Blossoms Mistle your toes and jingle your bells... A gift from Blossoms never fails! Open Monday through Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm and Saturday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Blossoms Apparel & Gifts, 805 Frederica Street in Owensboro, (270) 689-2229. Find us on Facebook!
Fruit Baskets from Trunnell’s Farm Market Trunnell’s Fruit Baskets make the gathering Special and Delicious. An “Absolutely Fresh Tradition.” Trunnell’s Farm Market, 9255 US 431 in Utica, KY, (270) 733-2222, www.trunnellsfarmmarket.com Find us on Facebook!
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Gift Cards from Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina Give the gift of freshness this holiday season! Gift Cards from Salsarita’s available in any value. And for a limited time, receive $5.00 off your meal with any $20 gift card purchase. Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina, 3500 Villa Pt # 101 in Owensboro, (270) 686-7505. Find us on Facebook!
Snow Family Wreath from Creative RU Spread the joy of Winter with our personalized Snow Family Wreath! Great for your house or office or as a gift. Wreath with Welcome tile and 4 snow people is $ 65. Add additional members for only $ 7. There is also a Gingerbread Family option. Creative RU, 508 West 2nd Street, (270) 926-4797, www.creativeruowensboro.com
Kentucky Gift Baskets from Trunnell’s Farm Market Arrive in good taste with a Trunnell’s Gift Basket with gourmet Kentucky treats that make the holidays an “Absolutely Fresh Tradition.” Trunnell’s Farm Market, 9255 US 431 in Utica, KY, (270) 733-2222, www.trunnellsfarmmarket.com Find us on Facebook!
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gloMinerals™ from Advanced Aesthetics, Owensboro Dermatology’s medical spa Make this your all-in-one holiday beauty go-to or delight the jet-setters and makeup-lovers on your gift list this season. What’s inside: Limited Edition Eye Shadow (Glam), Sheer Tint Base , Bronze (Sunlight), Eye Pencils (Bronze & Silver), Sharpener, Blush Duo (Bare/Hibiscus), Lip Gloss (Nude & Poppy), Water Resistant Mascara (black), Lid Primer, Oversized Satin Travel Case. Price 85.00 (Retail Value: 130.00) Advanced Aesthetics, 2821 New Hartford Road in Owensboro, (888) 337-6722 ext. 3, ourfamilyderm.com
Agape’ Shoppe from Creative RU Agape’ Shoppe presents unique creations and one of a kind treasures both old and new. These hand painted ceramic trees are vintage reproductions. They come in 9” and 14” sizes and are priced @ $ 65 & $ 85 Creative RU, 508 West 2nd Street, (270) 926-4797, www.creativeruowensboro.com
Open Bounce Pass from U-Bounce Give a pass good for 5 open bounce visits at U-Bounce Party House, a family entertainment center featuring huge inflatables indoors! Serving Owensboro and surrounding areas, U-Bounce provides a clean, fun, family-friendly environment for you and your family! U-Bounce Party House, 1234 E 2nd Street, Owensboro, (270) 685-1255, www.ubouncepartyhouse.com
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Homemade Fudge from Trunnell’s Farm Market Our Homemade Fudge, made with real cream and butter, is a gourmet product that melts in your mouth. A special treat for your family & friends during the holidays, an “Absolutely Fresh Tradition.” Trunnell’s Farm Market, 9255 US 431 in Utica, KY, (270) 733-2222, www.trunnellsfarmmarket.com Find us on Facebook!
Christmas Workshop from Maximilian Academy Bring the kids for a night of fun, mommies and daddies can get their Christmas shopping done. For ages 2 and older, the workshop includes pizza dinner, Christmas crafts, rides on the Independence Express train, games and more. Childcare provided by Maximilian Montessori Academy. Cost $20 for one child, $10 for each additional child. Maximilian Montessori Academy, (270) 689-1402, www.max-academy.org
Christmas is about lighting the pathway for those who have difficulty making the journey. Contributions to Wendell Foster’s Campus are always appreciated, so be assured of our gratitude. Your gifts make life’s path easier for the 1,500 people we serve each year, so please remember us now or any other time of year. Because every time we love, every time we give, it’s Christmas! Donations: Wendell Foster’s Campus, 270-683-4517, www.wfcampus.org
Gift Membership from Owensboro Museum of Science and History Need that perfect gift? Consider giving a gift membership to the Owensboro Museum of Science and History! It’s the gift that gives all year long...a year’s free access to OMSH PLUS free admission to over 300 nationwide museums! Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 270-687-2732, www.owensboromuseum.com
Leisure’s Edge Spa from Professional Pools & Spas This 84” by 84” luxury spa would be a great gift for your special someone. Enjoy a reservoir waterfall feature, LED safety and mood lighting and a MP3 dock with built-in speakers and sub woofer. This spa seats 5--perfect for a family! Professional Pools and Spas, 1870 East Parrish Avenue, (270) 685-9045, www.propoolsandspas.net
Christmas Trees from Trunnell’s Farm Market At Trunnell’s Farm Market, we want your tree searching experience to be something that the whole family can enjoy and remember for a lifetime, an “Absoultely Fresh Tradition!” Trunnell’s Farm Market, 9255 US 431 in Utica, KY, (270) 733-2222, www.trunnellsfarmmarket.com Find us on Facebook!
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{ by: christy ramey }
holiday treats!
REINDEER TRAIL MIX
POCKET FRUIT PIES
ingredients
ingredients
2/3 cup flaked or shredded coconut 2-3 drops green food coloring 4-5 cups popped corn 1 cup dry roasted peanuts 1 cup dried cranberries
1. Place coconut into a re-sealable plastic bag. Add 2 or 3 drops of food coloring and shake until coconut is evenly colored. 2. Spread coconut on a paper towel to dry. 3. Mix coconut, popcorn, peanuts, and cranberries together. 4. Store in an airtight container. Makes 8 servings Serving size: ¾ cup Cost per recipe: $3.26 Cost per serving: 41 cents Nutrition Facts per serving: 200 calories; 12 g total fat; 3.5 g saturated fat; 0 g trans fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 160 mg sodium; 22 g carbohydrate; 3 g fiber; 13 g sugar; 5 g protein.
4 8-inch flour tortillas 2 medium peaches, pears or apples ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons brown sugar ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 tablespoons milk Sugar (optional)
1. Warm tortillas in microwave or oven to make them easier to handle. 2. Peel and chop fruit into small pieces. 3. Place ¼ of the fruit on half of each tortilla. 4. In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Sprinkle on fruit. 5. Roll up the tortillas, starting at the end with the fruit. 6. Place on a an ungreased baking sheet with seam side down and make small slashes to allow steam to escape. Brush with milk and sprinkle with additional sugar, if desired. 7. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 to 12 minutes or until lightly brown. 8. Allow to cool slightly before tasting. Makes 4 servings Serving size: 1 fruit pie Cost per recipe: 97 cents Cost per serving: 24 cents
Nutrition Facts per serving: 210 calories; 4 g total fat; 1 g saturated fat; 0 g trans fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 320 mg sodium; 40 g carbohydrate; 3 g fiber; 13 g sugar; 4 g protein.
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december 2012 Informing parents about fun, local events is a priority for Owensboro Parent. Our magazine compiles events from across the city and county. So when your family is looking for something to do, check out the Owensboro Parent calendar, where you will find information on local events, including event descriptions, locations, dates, times and price. Want to include your event? Contact the editor at ashley@owensboroparent.com.
ALL MONTH
per carload; Panther Creek Park, 5160 Wayne
hand-carved ice slides and sculptures featuring
FREE HOLIDAY TREE DECORATING Kickoff the
Bridge Road
DreamWorks Animation’s Shrek the Halls; christmasatgaylordopryland.com or call
holiday season by decorating an ornament for our holiday tree at the Library! Stop by any day in
FREE COUNTDOWN TO 2013 Wrap up the year
December; Ages 12 and younger; Daviess County
with some good reads and prizes. Read 5 books and
Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
win a prize! Sign online or visit the library; Stop by
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1
any day in December; Ages 12 and younger; Daviess
FREE HOLIDAY STROLL Stroll the downtown
FREE 27TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY IN THE PARK Giant
County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.
streets to get in the holiday spirit. Strolling carolers,
elves, trees, toys and figures, not to mention Santa
org.
storefront decorations, and indoor performers will
(888) 672-0091.
make this evening a reminder of the good old days
in his sleigh, line Legion’s half-mile walking path; Sponsored by Independence Bank, displays will be
GAYLORD OPRYLAND’S A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS
of being downtown at Christmas; 5 - 8 p.m.; Second
up through January 2; Byers Avenue & JR Miller
Make it a Christmas to remember at Gaylord
and Third streets from Daviess to St. Ann; Contact
Boulevard; 270-687-8700.
Opryland, where more than two-million lights
Patti Acquisto at 684-9679.
along with acres of stunning décor create a holiday
FREE CHRISTMAS AT PANTHER CREEK PARK An
atmosphere like no other. Delight in fine dining,
ODT’S THE NUTCRACKER The Owensboro Dance
outdoor driving lighted tour with 300,000+ lights
eclectic shopping and festive entertainment,
Theatre presents a Christmas classic with elaborate
winding through Panther Creek Park; $3.00 charge
including ICE! – two million pounds of colorful,
sets, beautiful costumes and the talents of over
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calendar 100 community members as well as the theatre
FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE! Visit the library
Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.;
company and guest artists from KY Ballet Theatre;
every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self
dcplibrary.org.
7 p.m.; RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess Street; (270)
guided fun and educational activities with a focus on
687-2787.
literacy and school readiness; Daviess County Public
FREE DROP-IN CRAFT Holiday Cards for Veterans
Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
Help us spread some Christmas cheer by decorating
STORY LAB December’s featured book is Snowflake Bentley by Jacqueline Briggs Martin! Lab Activities: After reading Snowflake Bentley, we will: Look at photographs of REAL snowflakes in Kenneth Libbrecht’s “The Snowflake”! Observe other cyrstals found in nature! Make a paper snowflake! Sessions will be held in the Museum of Science and History’s 3rd Floor Budding Biotech Lab from 10:15 – 11:30 a.m.; Program is included in the price of admission, which is $3 per person for non-members, two
Holiday cards to be delivered to local veterans;
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2 FREE SANTA CLAUS AT THE RIVERPARK CENTER RiverPark Center and Owensboro Parent magazine
Stop by any day though December 12; Ages 12 and younger; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
welcome you from 2 - 5 PM to meet Santa and other guests from the North pole around the indoor
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4
Christmas tree in the lobby; Parents are encouraged
U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must wear
to bring their own cameras; 101 Daviess Street; (270)
socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 –
687-2787 or riverparkcenter.com.
8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
years and under are free. FREE TO MUSEUM
FREE DROP-IN CRAFT Holiday Cards for Veterans
MEMBERS! To learn more about Story Lab or the
MONDAY, DECEMBER 3
benefits of a family membership, please visit www.
FREE SANTA CALLS Santa has set aside a couple
owensboromuseum.org or
of days during his busy December schedule to
call (270) 687-2732.
make personal phone calls to children here in our
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5
community. This activity is free to children under the
U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear
HOLIDAY HUSTLE 5K RUN/WALK The Owensboro
age of 9 and the only restriction is that all phone calls
socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless
Parks Department is hosting a run/walk. Check
must be local. Calls will be placed between 6 and
they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.;
in from 7:15 – 7:45 a.m. at Dairy Queen on HWY
8 p.m. on December 11th-13th. Forms are available
(270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
231. Race begins at 8 a.m., awards ceremony 9:30
on the website. Register by December 3; For more
a.m.; Register before November 16, $20/person;
information (270) 687-8700 or owensboroparks.org.
Register after November 16, $25/person; For more information (270) 687-8700 or owensboroparks.org.
See event description on Monday, December 3.
FREE DROP-IN CRAFT Holiday Cards for Veterans See event description on Monday, December 3.
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.;
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FREE DROP-IN CRAFT Holiday Cards for Veterans
with a focus on literacy and school readiness;
BROADWAY AT RIVERPARK CIRQUE DREAMS
See event description on Monday, December 3.
Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org
HOLIDAZE Even Scrooge would exit with a smile on his face.” Come see the talented Cirque Dreams troupe for their stunning holiday performance; 7 p.m.; 101 Daviess Street; (270) 687-2787 or riverparkcenter.com.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7 MMA CHRISTMAS WORKSHOP Bring the kids for a night of fun, mommies and daddies can get
FREE DROP-IN CRAFT Holiday Cards for Veterans See event description on Monday, December 3.
their Christmas shopping done. An evening for ages 2 and older, hurry and register before it gets
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9
colder! Workshop includes pizza dinner, Christmas
“THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS” The Owensboro
crafts, rides on the Independence Express train,
Symphony, with the Owensboro Symphony
games and more. Childcare provided by Maximilian
Chorus, Kentucky Youth Chorale, Owensboro
Montessori Academy; Cost $20 for first child, each
Symphony Youth Orchestra, and soloist Laurie Gayle
additional child $10; Owensboro Christian Church;
Stephenson performs holiday favorites; 3 p.m.;
5 - 9 p.m.; For more information, contact Amy at
RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess St.; 270-687-2787 or
(270) 689-1402.
riverparkcenter.org.
Program is included in the price of admission, which
U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear
is $3 per person for non-members, two years and
FREE DROP-IN CRAFT Holiday Cards for Veterans
socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless
under are free. FREE TO MUSEUM MEMBERS! To
See event description on Monday, December 3.
they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 9 p.m.;
learn more about Story Lab or the benefits of a family
(270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
STORY LAB December’s featured book is Snowflake Bentley by Jacqueline Briggs Martin! Lab Activities: After reading Snowflake Bentley, we will: Look at photographs of REAL snowflakes in Kenneth Libbrecht’s “The Snowflake”! Observe other cyrstals found in nature! Make a paper snowflake! Sessions will be held in the Museum of Science and History’s 3rd Floor Budding Biotech Lab from 10:15–11:30 a.m.;
membership, please visit www.owensboromuseum. org or call (270) 687-2732.
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.;
FREE DROP-IN CRAFT Holiday Cards for Veterans See event description on Monday, December 3.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 10 FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.;
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8
dcplibrary.org.
FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE!
FREE DROP-IN CRAFT Holiday Cards for Veterans
Visit the library every Saturday morning from 10:00—
See event description on Monday, December 3.
12:00 for self guided fun and educational activities
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11
Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.;
every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self
U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must wear
dcplibrary.org.
guided fun and educational activities with a focus on literacy and school readiness; Daviess County Public
socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF See event description on
Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org
Wednesday, December 12.
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF See event description on
FREE DROP-IN CRAFT Holiday Cards for Veterans See event description on Monday, December 3.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14 FREE ADVENT JOURNEY PRESENTED BY LEWIS
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12
LANE BAPTIST CHURCH You are cordially invited
Wednesday, December 12.
FREE ADVENT JOURNEY Presented by Lewis Lane Baptist Church See event description on Friday,
U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear
to take a journey to Bethlehem to meet Jesus, the
socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless
promised Messiah. Along the way you will encounter
they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.;
Isaiah, Gabriel, Mary and Elizabeth. You will travel to
(270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
Bethlehem and experience the signs and sounds of
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16
the marketplace on the night that Jesus was born;
ALMA & FRIENDS brings their wonderful show back
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF Have you ever wondered
Anytime between 6 – 8 p.m.; Lewis Lane Baptist
to RiverPark; 3 p.m.; RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess
how Santa knows who is naughty and who is nice?
Church, 2600 Lewis Lane; (270) 684-4266.
Street; 270-687-2787 or riverparkcenter.org.
the library every day to see what the library elf is up
U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; Santa will be
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF See event description on
to; Stop by any day though December 23; Ages 12
at U-Bounce! All must wear socks; $7 per child,
Wednesday, December 12.
and younger; Daviess County Public Library, 2020
children under 2 are free, unless they are the only
Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
child, adults always free; 5 – 9 p.m.; (270) 685-1255
FREE ADVENT JOURNEY PRESENTED BY LEWIS
or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
LANE BAPTIST CHURCH See event description on
December 14.
He sends a scout elf to watch and listen. Join us at
Friday, December 14.
FREE DROP-IN CRAFT Holiday Cards for Veterans See event description on Monday, December 3.
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF See event description on Wednesday, December 12.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13
MONDAY, DECEMBER 17 FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger
FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15
and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.;
and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.;
FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE! Visit the library
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ornament for your tree, a gift for someone special or
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF See event description on
Wednesday, December 12.
a gift tag!
Wednesday, December 12.
Time: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.; Location: Museum’s Second
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18 U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF See event description on Wednesday, December 12.
Floor - RiverHeritage Gallery; To learn more, please visit www.owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. WINTER BREAK BASH MAKE N’ TAKE SCIENCE ACTIVITY - MAKE A PAPER FORTUNE COOKIE! Make a paper craft fortune cookie with your own special message. Dust your cookie with a little
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19
“sugary” glitter. Use your cookie as an ornament, gift
WINTER BREAK BASH - COOL CHRISTMAS CAROLS
tag, or a little gift! Time: 12 p.m. -3 p.m.; Location:
What do Jolly Old Saint Nick, Frosty the Snowman,
Museum’s Second Floor - RiverHeritage Gallery; To
and Jack Frost all have in common? They are all in
learn more, please visit www.owensboromuseum.
songs you could be singing with Kentucky Wesleyan
org or call (270) 687-2732.
College Artist in Residence Doctor Diane Earle! Come join her for a day of Cool Christmas Carols!
U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear
Time: 11 a.m.; Location: Museum’s Second Floor
socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless
- River Heritage Gallery; To learn more, please visit
they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.;
www.owensboromuseum.org or
(270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
call (270) 687-2732.
FREE CHRISTMAS MOVIE MARATHON What WINTER BREAK BASH MAKE N’ TAKE SCIENCE
happens when a regular guy becomes Santa? Join us
ACTIVITY - MAKE A “LIGHT ANALYZER” This time
in the Programming Room to watch all three movies
of year is celebrated with lights. Make your own
from the popular series starring Tim Allen; 10 a.m. – 3
simple light analyzer to investigate and understand
p.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica
the beauty and science of light and color. Use
St.; dcplibrary.org.
colored light filters to decode color messages and create your own secret message! Can be used as an
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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20 STORY LAB December’s featured book is Snowflake Bentley by Jacqueline Briggs Martin! Lab Activities: After reading Snowflake Bentley, we will: Look at photographs of REAL snowflakes in Kenneth Libbrecht’s “The Snowflake”! Observe other cyrstals found in nature! Make a paper snowflake! Sessions will be held in the Museum of Science and History’s 3rd Floor Budding Biotech Lab from 1:30 – 2:45 p.m.. Program is included in the price of admission, which is $3 per person for non-members, two years and under are free. FREE TO MUSEUM MEMBERS! To learn more about Story Lab or the benefits of a family membership, please visit www.owensboromuseum. org or call (270) 687-2732. WINTER BREAK BASH - WILD WINTRY WEATHER Meet Channel 14 Meteorologist Jeff Lyons and learn about Winter Weather. What to expect from it. How to stay safe in it. What makes it snow? How is it different than sleet? And the big question: How does Santa get around safely when the weather outside is frightful?!? Time: 11 a.m.; Location: Museum’s Second Floor - River Heritage Gallery; To learn more, please visit www.owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732.
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FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
FREE SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO THE LIBRARY Drop in to visit with Santa and get your picture taken. Stay for fun holiday stories read by the man himself! (Special thanks to T.D.’s Tuff Decisions.); 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.; Ages 12 and younger; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF See event description on Wednesday, December 12.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21 WINTER BREAK BASH - JUNIOR LEAGUE OF OWENSBORO PRESENTS KIDS IN THE KITCHEN Join the Junior League of Owensboro in a rousing time with Kids in the Kitchen. Session two features a Food Demonstration on making delicious and nutritious snacks. Don’t miss Kids in the Kitchen, an event that is not only good...but good FOR you! Time: 11 a.m.; Location: Museum’s Second Floor - River Heritage Gallery; To learn more, please visit www. owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 9 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF See event description on Wednesday, December 12.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22 WINTER BREAK BASH - HOLIDAY PUPPETS Meet Theatre Workshop of Owensboro’s Education Director Rebecca Wright and her gang and create your own Holiday Puppet! Perfect for gift giving and great for puppet shows with friends! Time: 10:30 a.m.; Location: Museum’s Second Floor - River Heritage Gallery; To learn more, please visit www.owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732.
FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE! Visit the library every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self guided fun and educational activities with a focus on literacy and school readiness; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF See event description on Wednesday, December 12.
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After reading Snowflake Bentley, we will: Look
NOON YEAR’S EVE BASH! Come early to get your
FREE ELF ON THE SHELF See event description on
at photographs of REAL snowflakes in Kenneth
face paint on….make your own noise maker and
Wednesday, December 12.
Libbrecht’s “The Snowflake”! Observe other cyrstals
party hat, then head upstairs at 10:30 to see THE
found in nature! Make a paper snowflake! Sessions
MAGIC OF CHEMISTRY with Don Mundell. Be back
will be held in the Museum of Science and History’s
in the Mammoth Lobby by 11:45 to get ready for the
3rd Floor Budding Biotech Lab from 1:30 – 2:45 p.m.
big countdown to NOON and the Balloon Drop, as
Program is included in the price of admission, which
we welcome the New Year just a few hours early.
is $3 per person for non-members, two years and
Time: 10 a.m. -1 p.m.; Location: Museum’s First
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25
under are free. FREE TO MUSEUM MEMBERS! To
Floor - Mammoth Lobby and Second Floor - River
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
learn more about Story Lab or the benefits of a family
Heritage Gallery; To learn more, please visit www.
membership, please visit www.owensboromuseum.
owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 24 CHRISTMAS EVE
org or call (270) 687-2732.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26
NOON YEAR’S EVE - CHEMISTRY MAGIC SHOW
U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear
U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear
Join Owensboro Community and Technical
socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless
socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless
College’s own MISTER WIZARD, Professor Don
they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.;
they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 9 p.m.;
Mundell for some fun as he dazzles and delights
(270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
(270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.
with all the mystery and magic of Chemistry! Time: 10:30 a.m.; Location: Museum’s Second Floor - River
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29
WINTER BREAK BASH - WINTER CONSTELLATIONS
FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE! Visit the library
Venture in to the StarLab with Todd Reynolds and
every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self
find stories in the stars as we hear about winter’s
guided fun and educational activities with a focus on
night time skies. Time: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Location:
literacy and school readiness; Daviess County Public
Museum’s Second Floor - River Heritage Gallery; To
Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.
learn more, please visit www.owensboromuseum.
Heritage Gallery; To learn more, please visit www. owensboromuseum.org or call (270) 687-2732. NYE 2013 Legendary Entertainment and RiverPark Center is proud to present the biggest NYE party in the tri-state. RiverPark Center multi venue complex will be filled to capacity to ring in 2013. Food provided by Fire Up the Grille, with multiple beverage stations. For this
org or call (270) 687-2732.
event beverages will be served in Cannon Hall. Limo
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28
MONDAY, DECEMBER 31
Service available to those guests living within 10-15
STORY LAB December’s featured book is Snowflake
NEW YEAR’S EVE
miles of RiverPark Center and in KY only. Box Office
Bentley by Jacqueline Briggs Martin! Lab Activities:
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