Lexington Family Magazine January 2019

January 2019

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Letter From Katie

January 2019 Vol. 23 Issue 1

Letting My Kids Make My Resolutions

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’ve made my fair share of New Year’s Resolutions over the years.

Most have been pretty common – making healthier food choices, saving money and volunteering more. (My success rates have varied.)

But this year I decided instead of selfreflection as I made my resolutions for 2019, I was going to get some input from my kids.

I asked my 3 year-old and 8-year-old to tell me some things that I could do differently or try to be better at in the next year.

Their answers were hilarious and humbling.

From the 3-year-old: “Play trains.”

“Play blocks.”

“Play cars.”

“Go outside.”

The theme here seemed to be simple: play more.

From my 8-year-old: “Always use a nice voice.”

“Go out for ice cream more.”

“Stay up late together.”

“Ride bikes.”

Her resolutions centered around quality time together (although she did sneak in some things that would benefit her as well.)

This experiment was helpful to identify areas where my kids needed more from me.

I still intend to make commitments to myself about my diet and spending habits, but these resolutions from my kids are headed to the top of the list.

Check out Page 4 of this month’s issue to read more New Year’s Resolutions from parents.

I challenge you to ask your kids what changes they think you should make in the coming year.

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Out & About

LEGO Convention, Rapunzel at LCT; MLK Day events; Busy month at Explorium

Birthday Parties

Craft fun is available for all ages at Cut & Paste plus other party destinations.

MLK Day at the Carnegie Center Learn how you and your family can honor MLK with art and writing activities.

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Listen Up

Lexington Hearing & Speech Center explains why annual hearing exams are important.

Preschool Directory

Check out our list of ideal first-school experiences for your child.

Mom-Approved Pediatricians

Our readers have voted and see which doctors they recommend.

in every issue 4 Baby Bump 6 Positive Parenting 13 Dr. Graebe

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22 Dr. Ison 34 KU’s Scholar Athlete 35 Asbury’s Educator of Month

On the cover: Savannah Rain, 1, is the daughter of Natashia Derkach and Jeremy Barker of Burgin.

Photo by Robin Allen Photography

“the play’s the thing”

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LEGO Fan Convention Returns to Louisville

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f you have ever wanted to be painted as a LEGO character, wondered how to become the next master builder LEGO artist or even just enjoy looking at LEGO creations, then the BrickUniverse LEGO Fan Convention is an ideal destination for you.

The LEGO event is returning to Louisville, at the Kentucky International Convention Center on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 19-20.

The convention features several areas, some dedicated to LEGO building, others for viewing amazingly detailed creations and even areas to meet the best LEGO builders in the world.

Attendees can explore robotics, engineering, architecture and art in a fun way that includes visual and hands-on activities for everyone.

Professional LEGO artist Rocco Buttliere is attending, showcasing his scale models of world landscape using LEGO bricks, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Empire State Building, the Golden Gate Bridge and more.

Tickets are $15 online and $18 at the door, and are available at www.brickuniverse.com/louisville.

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Busy Month at the Explorium ROUN he Explorium of Lexington has several exciting

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P- - A- - -R- - E- - -N- - T- - I- -N- - -G- - - -Q- - U- - E- - -S- - T- - I- -O- - N- - -SEach month we consult with experts – our readers! – about parenting and ask a question on our Facebook page.

December’s Feedback Question: : What is your Parenting

New Year’s Resolution?

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t“ To scale back on all our activities. I would love a family night once a week and not have to drive the kids to their activities so we can all reconnect.” – Janny Hong

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TriToawork ngleharderPark t“ on my patience. And enjoy my time with A FREE FESTIVAL my boys instead of worrying about my messy house.” sponsored by – Tracy Fulton

January’s Feedback Question is: What is the funniest

events planned during the month of January. thing your child has said to you lately?

On New Year’s Day admission to the Explorium is Answer our Feedback Question and your comments could free for all during regular hours, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Children be in the magazine! must be accompanied by an adult.

On Monday, Jan. 21, admission to the Explorium is free for children in honor of MLK Day. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.

The sixth annual “It’s Your Night At the Museum” Enjoy Artist Alley – Kidsfunddisplay & sell their original artwork! Explore gadgets, celebrate the Explorium’s 27thAdults anniversary, enjoy hands-on science and art projects & much raiser will take place Friday, Jan. 25. from 6-9 p.m.

Coats and Car Seats: Do you know the right kind of coat more!enjoy Call 859-258-3253 are invited to unleash their inner child and exhibits ext. 14 today for an artist registration form. your child should be wearing in the car? Find out how to keep and entertainment at this event.

Locatedyour in Thebaby Squarewarm and safe in the car during the winter months.

Tickets are $75 and can be purchased 440 West Short Street • Lexington, KY at www.explorium.com, by phone or Safe Sleep: You may bundle up on frosty nights, but how explorium.com at the Explorium at 440 W. Short St. should your baby be dressed while she sleeps? Read our list of The Kentucky Arts Council, a state agency, Info: 258-3253. supports Explorium with state tax dollars & federal

January at BabyBumpLexington.com

safe sleep tips for the season of blankets and space heaters.

funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.

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MLK Day Parade & Activities

chool is out on Monday, Jan. 21 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and downtown Lexington has events to celebrate his life and legacy.

The annual Freedom March will begin at 10 a.m. Participants should line up beginning at 9 a.m. inside the corridor of Heritage Hall in the Lexington Center. The march will continue down Main Street.

Following the Freedom March is a commemorative program in Heritage Hall at 11 a.m. After the program the Kentucky Theater will have a free showing of the film “Hidden Figures.” Info: 257-8927. Y 4 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Facebook Giveaway: We have a Babydeedee Sleep Nest faux fur sleep sack to give away on our Facebook page in January. Follow us at facebook.com/BabyBumpLexington

Who Said It?

“Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.”

Answer on Page 6

GIVEAWAYS 2019

Rapunzel at LCT

Lexington Children’s Theatre brings a classic fairy tale to the stage in January with performances of “Rapunzel.” Enter to win a Family 4-Pack of tickets to the show.

register online @ LexingtonFamily.com To register visit lexingtonfamily.com or call 223-1765.

The deadline for the Rapunzel tickets is Friday, Jan. 18. The deadline for the other prizes is Friday, Jan. 25. Identify which advertisement has the icon of the smiling woman’s face.

follow us @lexfamilymag

obstacle course kit Challenge your kids to stay active indoors this winter with an Obstacle Course Kit by Antsy Pants. The kit has more than 40 pieces that get kids jumping, hopping, crawling and more.

‘Yu-Gi-Oh! Season One Yu-Gi-Oh fans have a chance this month to win Season One of the popular Japanese anime series on DVD. Lexington Family Magazine has volumes one and two to give away in January.

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Rapunzel

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Guess What? You Have A Parent SuperPower alm is a superpower. Activating it doesn’t involve gamma rays, being bitten by a radioactive spider or melding with an alien. Just begin with the intention of being calmer.

Start small, with one thing, and build from there.

Calm requires effort and planning, and the discipline to continue, even – and especially – when it is elusive.

Ever thought to yourself, “If my kids would just settle down, relax and do what they’re told, I wouldn’t have to get angry and yell at them to get things done!”

It’s easy to put the responsibility on others for our own issues.

The truth is, no matter how hard you try to “make” others do things, you have control over only one person: yourself.

Take charge of yourself first, and when you are calmer, you will be a positive influence on those around you.

Consider this quote by L.R. Knost: “When little people are overwhelmed by big emotions, it’s our job to share our calm, not join their chaos.”

Knost, an award-winning author and social justice activist, is the founder and director of Little Hearts/Gentle Parenting Resources, a children’s rights advocacy and family consulting group.

She also is the editor of Holistic Parenting Magazine.

3. Find a calming practice that suits you: meditation, yoga or another means of self-quieting.

Make it an essential part of your day.

Spend at least 20 minutes once a day.

Twice a day is better. Set a timer and breathe deeply.

4. Find a partner if you can and encourage one another.

5. Listen to your own needs and care for them.

6. Identify your imaginary Pause Button. Use it to remind yourself that you are choosing calm over chaos.

7. Practice. Practice. Practice.

8. Celebrate your successes and let your unsuccessful moments teach you how to improve.

9. Start now. The new year is an ideal time for making changes.

How do you develop this Superpower of Calm?

1. Commit to being calmer.

2. Be good to yourself. Spend time with people who are good to you. Read good books.

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The rewards for activating the Power of Calm may seem small, but they are noticeable and they grow over time.

That’s what makes it Super.

No matter what happens, persevere.

You are becoming “the change you wish to see” in your family.

at Main Stage In January

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exington Children’s Theatre is staging an old classic this month by performing “Rapunzel.”

Rapunzel lives with her Nan, and she loves painting with every color, watching birds fly and singing her Nan’s old lullaby.

But as she grows older and her hair grows longer, her curiosity grows too.

She wonders what’s just beyond the horizon in this fairy tale that celebrates life’s little adventures, the strong love of family and the magic of growing up.

Showtimes on the LCT Main Stage are Saturday, Jan. 26 at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., with a sensory friendly performance at 11 a.m., and Sunday, Jan. 27 at 2 p.m. & 4:30 p.m.

Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children. The show lasts approximately one hour and is recommended for children ages 4 and older.

School matinees are Jan. 24 & 25, and Jan. 29 & 30 at 10 & 11:45 a.m. School prices are $6.75 each with every 10th seat free.

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After all, the Studio, located next to Meijer on West Reynolds Road, offers after-school craft clubs, summer camps, crafts-to-go at area schools and birthday parties galore.

But did you know that Cut & Paste is adult friendly too?

Not only can mom, dad or a grandparent craft with a child, but groups of adults can come to the studio for crafting on their own.

Owner Laurie Evans rattled off the groups that come to the studio in the evening for kid-free craft time – bridal showers, office colleagues, and Bunco, Bible study, book and

youth booster clubs.

Any group of at least eight people can schedule a twohour session where even the most creatively challenged can produce a lovely item such as a monogrammed door hanger.

“A majority of adults don’t think they are creative,” Evans said. “But we sit down and walk them through the process. Afterward, when they see what they have produced, they are very proud of themselves.”

Studio hours are TuesdayThursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. It is closed Monday during the school year.

Six-week after-school club sessions are available starting in January on Tuesday and Friday, 4-4:45 p.m.

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FAY E T T E C O U N T Y P U B L I C S C H O O L S

Read, Talk & Play With Your Preschooler By: Emmanuel Caulk

Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent

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earning begins the moment a baby is born, and before a child turns 5 years old, 90% of his or her brain development is complete.

That means the experiences children have before they ever enter school lay the foundation necessary for a lifetime of success.

Unfortunately, the most recent data released by the Kentucky Department of Education revealed that only 51.3% of incoming students in Fayette County met kindergarten readiness benchmarks this past fall.

The good news is that the solution is child’s play – literally. The more time families spend playing, talking and reading with their children, the better prepared their children will be for the future.

According to child development specialist James Hymes, “Play for young children is not recreation activity. It is not leisuretime activity nor escape activity. Play is thinking time for young children. It is language time. Problem-solving time. It is

memory time, planning time, investigating time.

“It is organization-of-ideas time, when the young child uses his mind and body and his social skills and all his powers in response to the stimuli he has met.”

That’s why the Fayette County Public Schools and partnering community agencies have launched an early childhood initiative called First 5 Lex – READ, TALK and PLAY from Cradle to Kindergarten.

Efforts include fun activities for families to do as they shop at area Kroger locations and “read to me” libraries filled with books in businesses and agencies frequented by families.

There is also an app to give families access to information about early learning and connect them to fun, stimulating, ageappropriate activities and experiences that will support their young child’s development and learning.

To learn more, please visit www.First5Lex.com and download the app to your smartphone or tablet.

Interactions between families and caregivers with their babies and young

children actually build brain circuitry.

Babies and young children thrive on these interactions, which develop their thinking and language skills necessary for school and life success.

Healthy development depends on the quality and reliability of a young child’s relationships with the important people in their lives, both within and outside the family.

The warmth and support of a caregiver or teacher in an early childhood setting also influences the development of important capabilities in children, including greater social competence, fewer behavior problems, and enhanced thinking and reasoning skills at school age.

The basics of school readiness revolve around children having a warm nurturing environment with lots of direct positive interactions with the adults in their lives.

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Family H E A L T H

Long Journey to Career as Vision Therapist

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lizabeth Tincher’s journey to Dr. Graebe’s office in Versailles, where she is in her first year as a Vision Therapist, started with a horrific car accident nearly 25 years ago.

Elizabeth was 19 and a student at UK in 1994 when she was nearly killed in the accident that left her with a ripped aorta and a blood clot on her brain. Her chances of survival were 3% at best.

Doctors – there were 21 on her team – put her in a drug-induced coma for four weeks so she could heal. Before they awakened her, doctors warned her parents that Elizabeth would probably be brain dead.

Instead, she woke up and immediately asked her preacher: “Why did this happen to me?” He assured her that good things would come of it – and he was right.

But first Elizabeth underwent six months of physical therapy and 15 months of speech therapy.

Doctors repaired her cheek bone and eye socket with titanium, and her right

eye lost 70% of its and became an elementary school teacher. function.

Last summer, Jennifer Lord, a Vision Still, Elizabeth Therapist at Dr. Graebe’s office and returned to colElizabeth’s first college roommate, told lege with hopes of her about a career opportunity with Vision becoming a nurse.

Therapy.

But her diminished Elizabeth joined Dr. Graebe’s team in depth perception September and is certain that VT works – Elizabeth Tincher made handling because it has worked with her. needles unsafe.

“For the first time in 24 years, I can In the meantime, Elizabeth got married. read with my right eye,” she said. “Vision A few weeks later, she was pregnant, and Therapy has built new pathways from my here’s the kicker: When she was 15 she eye to my brain. Everything I heard about was told she would never have children Vision Therapy is happening with me.” because of endometriosis.

Elizabeth now knows why some of her “While I was in the coma I thought I had students struggled to read, no matter what a baby and named her Kenzington Curry,” she did as their teacher.

Elizabeth said. “It’s a miracle that after the “I love this job,” she said, “because I feel car accident I could have children.” like I’m making a difference in a child’s life, She has two: Kenzington is now 20 and which is what I’m passionate Collin is 18. about.” Y For 12 years, Elizabeth was Dr. Rick Graebe a stay-at-home mom. She reFamily Eyecare Associates & turned to UK in 2008, earned Children’s Vision and Learning Center a degree in education in 2012 105 Crossfield Drive, Versailles myfamilyvision.com • (859) 879-3665

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Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning

MLK Events Provide Unique Experience

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Students enjoy a day off from school on Jan. 21, MLK Day, but the holiday is hardly a day of rest.

After all, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. rarely took a day off in his defense of civil rights and pursuit of social justice.

That’s why, for the past two decades, the Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning in downtown has been the place to be for a memorable MLK Day experience.

As in years past, families with children 5-18 years old are welcome after the unity breakfast and downtown march to visit the Center from 12:30-2:30 p.m. No registration is required, and every family receives a free, brand new book.

After a free, hot lunch, activities include an inspirational speech at 1 p.m. by Tanya Torp, the executive director of Step by Step, a nonprofit program that provides support and mentoring to empower young single moms aged 14-24.

Torp also teaches the Carnegie Center class, History of Racism, which is offered

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Kids play along with drummer Marcus Wilkerson during a recent MLK Day at the Carnegie Center for adults as part of the Lunch & Learn series.

Half-hour workshops follow at 1:30 and are repeated at 2. The Music Workshop with Joan Brannon, a percussionist and instructor at DrummingWorks, focuses on the culture of West African drumming.

The Poetry Workshop is taught by Angel Dye, a poet and African American Literature scholar.

Illustrator and designer Bryce Oquaye leads the Art Workshop. His work includes animation, comics, manga illustration and

is inspired by his hip hop aesthetics.

During the Service Learning Project, participants will make welcome cards for families served by the Kentucky Refugee Ministries.

“All of the workshops have an art focus and are about finding your voice and understanding why you matter,” said Jessica Mohler, head of communications and marketing at the Center.

Celebrating the memory of Dr. King is always a worthy endeavor but maybe even more so in today’s climate of rising intolerance and increased polarization.

“The MLK Day event is a chance for families to participate in their community and appreciate the importance of service,” Mohler said.

“It’s also a chance to hear voices you may not normally hear.”

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Lexington Hearing & Speech Center

Listen Up: Get an Annual Hearing Exam

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By Marcey Ansley

s you begin to write or review your New Year’s resolutions, consider adding an annual hearing exam to your healthcare plan this year!

While we typically remember to go to the dentist twice a year, or schedule an annual physical with our doctor or get your flu shot, most Kentuckians do not visit an audiologist for an annual hearing exam.

Hearing loss can affect people of all ages. At Lexington Hearing & Speech Center, we see individuals from newborns to seniors.

Our ears are the doorway to our brain.

For children, this means access to sound and speech through their ears directly impacts language development.

The inner ear is developed in utero at about twenty weeks, so babies without hearing loss have stimulation of the auditory brain centers months before they are even born.

Babies with hearing loss are at an immediate disadvantage.

But with early detection of hearing loss and intervention, they can learn to listen and talk on par with their hearing peers.

According to research by Dr. Carol Flexor, babies/children must have very early access to intelligible speech to fully develop all auditory areas of the brain for optimization of spoken language, knowledge and literacy capacity.

Hearing is a stepping stone to cognition.

In addition, because we hear with our brains, untreated hearing loss in adults can lead to vocational, social and cognitive difficulties and increase the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s.

It’s surprising to learn that untreated hearing loss can impact your entire body, which explains why hearing loss is the third most common public health condition after arthritis and heart disease.

Making hearing exams part of your annual routine can promote healthy living.

Routine exams can help detect hearing loss early enough so your audiologist can

A key to good health...

treat it successfully, preventing or reducing the likelihood of physical, mental and social health conditions from affecting your quality of life.

Lexington Hearing & Speech Center Lexington Hearing & Speech Center is a non-profit organization serving over 65 Kentucky counties with a mission of teaching children with hearing loss and speech/language delays to listen and talk.

For children 6 weeks of age through Kindergarten, LHSC provides education services, speech/language therapy and audiology services.

The Audiology Clinic provides a full range of hearing diagnostic testing and hearing healthcare options for the whole family. Or, as we like to say, “twinkle to wrinkle.”

With the help of our community, the Lexington Hearing & Speech Center is able to ensure that no child or adult is ever defined by their communication delay and will have a sound beginning.

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• DIABETES SCREENING • SKIN CANCER SCREENING • THYROID TEST • CHOLESTEROL SCREENING

...is regular checkups A baseline hearing exam is essential in promoting healthy hearing. It can help detect hearing loss early enough for your provider to treat it successfully, preventing or reducing the likelihood of physical, mental and social health complications from affecting your quality of life.

Good Shepherd DAY SCHOOL

Inspiring students to learn, love, and live God’s truth in God’s world.

Open House

Thursday, Jan. 24, 5:30-7 p.m.

Group tours start at 5:30, 6 and 6:30 p.m.

Standards-based and developmentally appropriate curriculums Highly qualified teachers

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Safe learning environment 544 Sayre Avenue / (859) 255-9734 www.goodshepherddayschool.org

Pre-K Programs, Ages 2-5, Enrollment opens February 2019 Morning & Afternoon classes

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290 Alumni Drive / Info: 218-2322 / www.cdcbg.org Description: Founded in 1958, CDCB provides pre-school and child care programs, and therapy services that benefit children both with and without special needs. 5-STAR rated in Ky. and NAEYC accredited. On-site physical, occupational and speech therapy offered to enrolled students and to community children through the outpatient therapy program. Touched lives of more than 15,000 children.

Fayette Cooperating Preschool

109 Rosemont Garden / Info: 276-6350 3564A Clays Mill Road / Info: 223-1713 www.coopschool.org Description: Since 1951, “Co-op” has provided an outstanding preschool education for children ages 2-5 through developmentally appropriate, hands-on learning. The curriculum fosters a life-long love of learning. Parent involvement, a hallmark of the program, creates a loving atmosphere that nurtures the entire family. Co-op also offers an enrichment class for homeschooled children ages 5-7, Learning Enrichment through Active Play (LEAP).

Lex. Christian Academy (LCA)

3100 Tates Creek Road / Info: 422-5733 or 422-5755 / www.lexingtonchristian.org Description: LCA offers half-day and all-day programs for 3- and 4-year-old children. Parents can enroll their children in 2, 3, or 5-day/week programs. A typical half-day is offered from 8:30-11:45 a.m. A typical all-day program is offered 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. “Before school care” (7-8:30 a.m.) and “after-school care” (3:30-6 p.m.) are included in tuition. Children must be potty trained to be eligible to attend.

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Community Montessori School

Crossroads Weekday Preschool

725 Stone Road / Info: 277-4805 www.cmsmontessori.org

4128 Todds Road / Info: 618-6046 www.crossroads.net/preschool Description: Offers half-day preschool from 9-noon. Provides welcoming environment where kids grow and develop through cognitive experiences and hands-on activities. Programs encourage creative expression in music, art, movement and play. M,W or T,TH options for 2-year-olds. T,Th and MWF options for 3-year-olds. T,TH and MWF and M-F options for 4-year-olds. Ages 3 and above must be potty trained to attend.

Open registration for 2019-2020 school year begins Jan. 24.

Description: Founded in 1970, CMS offers both full-day and half-day options for Toddler (18-36 months) and Primary (3-5 year-olds) level children.

Before and after-school care available. CMS, a toddler to eighth grade school, is accredited by AMI (Association Montessori Internationale), and all teachers are AMI certified.

Good Shepherd Day School

544 Sayre Avenue / Info: 255-9734 www.goodshepherddayschool.org Description: Offers traditional preschool programs for 2-, 3-, and 4-year-olds and a kindergarten program for 5-year-olds. Extended care options are available. Curriculums are standards-based and developmentally appropriate. Highly qualified teachers provide a rich and safe learning environment. Open House is Thursday, Jan. 24, 5:30-7 p.m. Group tours start at 5:30, 6 and 6:30 p.m

Kids R Kids Learning Academy

3271 Beaumont Centre Circle / Info: 224-3210 www.kidsrkidsky.com Description: Offers innovative childcare programs for ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Highly trained educational staff. Accredited curriculum through the STARS program. After-school care and summer camp offered. Goal: Establish a firm foundation that will set your child up for a lifetime of success.

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350 Henry Clay Blvd. / Info: 268-4545 483 W. Reynolds Road / Info: (859) 492-1381 2012 www.lhscky.org / allisonk@lhscky.org June 4- August 10,Lower School Meets in Ashland Ave. Baptist Church Summer camp for children who have Upper School Meets at Lexington City Church Description: Early Learning Center offersfinished day kindergarten through third grade Camps are open to the community.

(Formerly Quest Church) 410 Sporting Court school for children as young as six weeks, Preschool Camp runs from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., www.LexingtonLatinSchool.com and full-day Kindergarten/Transitional Kindergarten. daily with a small student to camper ratio Children with or without hearing loss or speech/lan-info@lhscky.org Description: Preschool guage delays benefit from inclusive students enjoy a beautiful, classrooms. All classrooms feature classical Christian curriculum language and literacy-enriched curunder the tutelage of wonriculum and small student-teacher raderful nurturing teachers. tios. Listening and spoken language (859) 268-4545 based programs provide a superior www.lhscky.org educational foundation for all.

The Lexington School 1050 Lane Allen Road Info: 278-0501 www.thelexingtonschool.org Description: Offers traditional and Montessori programs for children 2-5 years old. Developmentally appropriate curriculum taught by highly qualified teachers in a safe and nurturing environment. Financial aid available.

Sayre School

194 North Limestone Info: 254-1361 / www.sayreschool.org Description: Preschool ages 2-4; Kindergarten-

Grade 12. Nurturing, hands-on preschool environment where children can grow and explore.

Experienced early childhood teachers lead engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum in projectbased classrooms that value the role of play. Weekly exposure to art, music, library, P.E. and Spanish.

Beautiful downtown campus with new Lower School building. After-school programs and financial aid available.

Mom Time: Christian Learning Academy At NorthEast Christian Church 990 Star Shoot Parkway Info: momtime@ncclex.org / www.ncclex.org/ mom-time/ Description: Christian mom’s day out program with a progressive learning curriculum that meets Tuesday/Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Serves children ages 2 months to Pre-K. Children are prepared for kindergarten with a detailed, nationally recognized curriculum (Handwriting Without Tears) and with experienced teachers.

Trinity Christian Academy

3900 Rapid Run Drive Info: 271-0079 / www.TrinityLex.org Description: Christ-centered, balanced approach combines learning with play. Children grow through exploration and discovery. Classical Christian foundation fosters art, music, literature appreciation while preparing children for early literacy in reading and math. Half-day and full-day PreK options available, as well as a full-day Junior Kindergarten.

Children must be 4 years old by Aug 1.

Wee Care Daycare & Preschool

455 East Maxwell St. / Info: 231-8687 www.weecaredaycarelex.com Description: Licensed, family owned, STARSrated childcare center that has been caring for children for more than 15 years. Qualified teachers make learning fun while following the Kentucky Early Childhood Standards to prepare children for the future.

Portfolios track your child’s growth and progress. If you’re looking for an excellent preschool, visit and tour the newly built Pre-K addition.

Tim Tebow Will Speak at LCA Fund-Raiser

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eisman trophy winner Tim Tebow will be the featured speaker at Immanuel Baptist Church on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 4 p.m. as Lexington Christian Academy kicks off its 30th anniversary celebration and hosts its largest event benefitting the school’s annual fund.

Tickets are available to the general public and range in price from $50-$125.

Tebow, who is currently signed to play baseball in the New York Mets organization, is also a college football analyst for the SEC network.

Tebow played quarterback for three years in the NFL for the Denver Broncos, New York Jets and New England Patriots.

He is the author of two books, “Through My Eyes,” which was named the No. 1 sports book of 2011 and the bestselling religion book of 2011, and “Shaken: Discovering Your True Identity in the Midst of Life’s Storms.”

Tebow’s presentation will focus on faith, service and excellence. The former first-round NFL draft pick is active in a variety of philanthropic activities through his Tim Tebow Foundation.

Tebow grew up the son of missionaries. After his family moved to Florida, he returned to the Philippines as a teenager to share his Christian faith and serve the needy.

As a starting quarterback for the University of Florida, he led the Gators to two national championships. He won the

Heisman trophy in 2007.

“Having someone of Tim’s faith, background and spirit for the Lord make himself available to share his moving testimony with our community is truly a blessing,” said Mark D. Sisk, LCA’s Head of School.

“We’re looking forward to hearing Tim share his message of faith, service and excellence in January, to what I am sure will be a standing room only crowd.”

Founded in 1989, LCA has grown into a large, sought after, independent Christian school. With a strong sense of community and a clear direction as a covenant school, LCA quickly outgrew its original space provided by seven local churches.

LCA transformed a former tobacco processing plant into the Rose Campus, which consists of 200,000 square feet of educational space and 75 acres, housing the institution’s high school, junior high and the new 6th Grade Academy.

LCA’s elementary campus is housed at Immanuel Baptist Church at 3100 Tates Creek Road.

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Pediatricians We’ve Made It Our Goal to Find the Best Pediatricians And we asked the experts – our readers. Moms know better than anyone else which doctors go the extra mile for their patients.

So we polled our readers, listened to what they had to say and compiled our list of Mom-Approved Pediatricians.

Next up in July – Mom Approved-Specialists. To have your voice heard, visit www.lexingtonfamily.com starting in May and nominate your favorite specialist.

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Clark Clinic Pediatrics

230 Fountain Court, Suite 260 Lexington / 264-0660 www.actpeds.com Dr. Moira Bush Dr. Mark Parrott Dr. Shawn Taylor

225 Hospital Drive, Suite 220 Winchester / (859) 737-6480 www.clarkclinic.org Dr. Lauren Kostelnik

Baptist Health Lexington 1780 Nicholasville Rd., Suite 203 Lexington / 277-7949 www.baptisthealth.com Dr. Mary Jane Lagrew

Capital Medical Group 1080 Glensboro Road Lawrenceburg / (502) 839-4091 www.capmedgrp.com Dr. Jamie Cooper 20 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Commonwealth Pediatrics 1780 Nicholasville Rd., Suite 301 Lexington / 277-6636 www.cwpediatrics.com Dr. David Storey Dr. Elizabeth Hawse Dr. Robin Feese

Family Care Center 1135 Harry Sykes Way Lexington / 218-2273 www.ukhealthcare.uky.edu/

locations/family-care-center Dr. Emily Robinson

Family Practice Associates 1775 Alysheba Way, Suite 201 Lexington / 278-5007 www.fpalex.com Dr. Amanda Foxx

Georgetown Pediatrics 1162 Lexington Road Georgetown / (502) 863-6426 www.georgetownpeds.com Dr. Kristy Menke

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AAP Fellow and Board certified in pediatrics.

Brian S. Gillispie

Jessamine County native. Asbury College (‘94) and West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine graduate (‘99). Served residency in pediatrics at Kentucky Children’s Hospital (‘99-2002). Private practice in Frankfort for three years.

Joined PAA in 2005. AAP Fellow and Board certified in pediatrics.

Katrina M. Hood

Daphne T. Hosinski

A. Caitlynn Iddings

Charles G. Ison

Barnett W. Lewis

Ashley F. Meenach

Sharon D. Menkus

Christopher T. Nelson

John P. Riley

James G. Straub

G. Scott Tracy

Jennifer L. Wilson

Transylvania (B.A.) and UK College of Medicine graduate (with honors, pediatrics). Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society member. Internship and residency at University of South Carolina (1999-2002). Joined PAA in 2002. AAP Fellow and Board certified in pediatrics.

Versailles native and is a former PAA patient herself. She graduated from Asbury University in 2008 with a degree in biochemistry and then attended the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and graduated in 2014. Completed her Pediatric Residency at UK in 2017.

Texas A&M University (‘86) and University of Texas Medical School at Houston graduate (1990.)

Completed pediatrics residency at Texas Children’s Hospital. Moved to Kentucky (‘96) and was faculty member at Kentucky Children’s Hospital for 16 years before joining PAA. Board certified in Pediatrics.

Two Locations In Lexington:

UK (Biology) and UK College of Medicine graduate. Served residency in pediatrics at the Shands Teaching Hospital in Gainesville, Fla. (1990-93). Returned home to private practice at PAA. Writes monthly column for Lexington Family Magazine. AAP Fellow and Board certified in pediatrics.

Bellarmine College, Johns Hopkins University (1970), University of Kentucky College of Medicine graduate. Residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital (1975-1979). Joined PAA in 1980. Board certified and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Davidson College (B.S.) and Duke University School of Medicine graduate. Served internship and residency in pediatrics at the University of Colorado Medical Center in Denver. Joined PAA in 1976. American Academy of Pediatrics Fellow and Board certified in pediatrics.

Louisville native graduated from Bellarmine College (Biology) and University of Kentucky Medical School (1971). Completed residency at UK Medical Center in 1974. Board certified in pediatrics and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics since 1977. Joined PAA in 1974.

Main: 3050 Harrodsburg Rd., Suite 100 East: 171 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Suite 100

Northwestern University (B.A., ‘87) and University of Louisville Medical School graduate (‘94.) Joined U.S. Navy and completed pediatric residency at Naval Medical Center in San Diego (‘97). Served as Navy pediatrician until she joined PAA in 2001. AAP Fellow and Board certified in pediatrics.

Graduated from Georgetown College (Science, Biology 2009) and Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pikeville (2013). Completed her residency at University of Kentucky (2016). Board eligible through the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Born and raised in Lexington and Central Kentucky, along with stints in Memphis and Chicago.

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Haverford College (B.A., Experimental Psychology, ‘85) and University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine graduate. Pediatric internship and residency at Ohio State University’s Columbus Children’s Hospital (‘89-92).

Joined PAA in ‘92. Board certified and AAP Fellow and Diplomat.

Lexington native graduated from University of the South and UK College of Medicine (2001).

Completed Pediatric residency program with the Medical College of Georgia. Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia. AAP Fellow and Board certified in pediatrics.

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arge swaths of the U.S. have traditionally used corporal punishment, especially spanking, on children.

The Dutch noted how much of this the Pilgrims used on their children when they lived among them (before they went to North America).

Attitudes on spanking may change after the American Academy of Pediatrics released a policy statement in December that recommends that parents not use corporal punishment or verbal abuse when disciplining children.

The AAP policy statement, titled “Effective Discipline to Raise Healthy Children,” basically says that all forms of corporal punishment, as well as yelling at or shaming children, are minimally effective.

While a spanking may make a young child stop a behavior for a few minutes, he or she tends to resume that same unwanted behavior soon thereafter.

There is a difference between discipline and punishment. Discipline is teaching kids what is acceptable behavior and what

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is not. Discipline teaches children how the U.S. where corporal punishment is a they should treat others and how to go very old tradition. about doing so.

Cultural norms tend to be very resisPunishment is a penalty given (to the tant to change. child in this case) for misbehavior. If a Across the U.S. in general, newer polls given punishment doesn’t work very well, show that fewer parents, especially of it probably shouldn’t be used. young children, think that corporal punThere is evidence to show that corishment is ever acceptable. poral punishments such as spanking may Most U.S. pediatricians certainly do not. lead to more aggressive behaviors later I was spanked as a child growing up. in life.

With me (and later with my children) it Verbal abuse of children has been turned out that timeouts worked much, shown to lead to behavior problems and much better in instilling discipline. depression in adolescence.

My parents used to (secretly) think it In truth, U.S. parents who use corpowas funny that I would ask to be spanked ral punishments seem to do so as a last as a punishment so that I could then go resort. out and play.

Parents tend to let the child know that Sitting in my room listening to my the undesired behavior is wrong, then friends having fun playing outside was a take away privileges, then use corporal very effective punishment. Y punishment if all else fails.

Dr. Charles Ison is a University of No doubt the AAP’s Kentucky graduate who has practiced in his policy statement will be hometown of Lexington since 1993. He is a controversial in parts of partner in Pediatric and Adolescent Associates.

3085 Lakecrest Circle Lexington / 258-8600 www.lexingtonclinic.com Dr. Kyle Childers

610 N. Main Street Nicholasville / (859) 881-0533 www.nicholasvillepediatrics.com Dr. Gary Weinberger

Lexington Clinic at Eagle Creek

Pediatric & Adolescent Associates

120 N. Eagle Creek Drive Lexington / 258-5141 www.lexingtonclinic.com Dr. M. Rachel McGuffey

3050 Harrodsburg Rd., Suite 100 171 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Suite 100 Lexington / 277-6102 www.paalex.com Dr. Michelle L. Bennett Dr. Theresa L. Davies Dr. Brian S. Gillispie Dr. Katrina M. Hood Dr. Daphne T. Hosinski Dr. A. Caitlynn Iddings

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January 2019 C ALE NDAR

Look for F symbol to find FREE family events

Tuesday 1 New Year’s Day FCPS: No School.

F Explorium: Free Admission on New Year’s Day. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time.

10:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 2732911.

Lexington Public Library: All branches closed.

Wednesday 2

Info: (859) 885-3523.

Baptist Health Lexington: Great Expectations 3-week childbirth class. 6:15-8:45 p.m.

Registration required at www.baptisthealth.com/ lexingtonbabies. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time.

10:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 2732911.

Explorium: SMASH Club “Lovely Landmarks.”

10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 2-5. $9 general admission.

School’s Out Camp: Go Wild. For ages 3 (must be potty-trained) through 5th grade. Registration required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Teen Program: Pokemon Go. 1-3 p.m. Teen Advisory Board. 6-7 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville.

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Kentucky Horse Park: Kentucky Invitational Truck & Tractor Pull. 7-11 p.m. Jan. 3-5. $20 admission, children under 6 enter free. Info: www. tnttruckandtractorpull.com.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. View the Maurice Sendak art exhibit, complete a digital scavenger hunt, rock in Max’s boat and more. Open during regular library hours. Eastside Branch: Wednesday Quilting Friends. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Northside Branch: Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Drop-in crafts. For families.

Village Branch: Teen Space: Breakout Games.

5-5:45 p.m. Info: 231-5500.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. View the Maurice Sendak art exhibit, complete a digital scavenger hunt, rock in Max’s boat and more. Open during regular library hours. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Recess: Relay Races. 4-4:45 p.m.

Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 3

Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Balloon Party.”

10:30-11 a.m. Ages 2-5. $9 general admission.

Parent’s Night Out: Kitchen Chemistry. 6-10 p.m.

Registration required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

FCPS: No School.

F Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. 10 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com.

Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Piggy Project.”

10:30-11 a.m. Ages 2-4. $9 general admission.

440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time.

10:30 a.m. Baby & Me. 11 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Teen Program: Craft Wars Competition. 1-3 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. 6-7:15 p.m. Dropins welcome. $14 a class or class packages

Friday 4

F Jessamine County Public Library: One-toOne Job Search Assistance. 10:30-11:15 and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Teen Gaming Tournament.

1-2:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

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January 2019 a.m. Ages 3-5. Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. View the Maurice Sendak art exhibit, complete a digital scavenger hunt, rock in Max’s boat and more. Open during regular library hours.

Eastside Branch: Teen Space: DIY Calendar.

3-5 p.m. Info: 231-5500.

Do-Si-Dos Square Dance Club: Modern Western square dancing lessons. 1-3 p.m. For all ages. No partner or experience needed. First two lessons free. Registration required. Southern Heights Baptist Church, 3408 Clays Mill Road. Info: www. squaredancelex.com or 474-1249.

Saturday 5

LexDance: Open waltz 7-7:30 p.m.; beginner lesson 7:30-8 p.m.; Contra Dance 8-11 p.m. $9 adults, $6 students and first-timers. Artworks at the Carver School, 522 Patterson St. Info: 5525433.

Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Intro to Fitness: Cycling. 8 a.m. Free for Y-members. Community CPR Certification. Noon-5:30 p.m. $50 Y members, $65 non-members. 917 Main St. Paris.

Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. 10-11:15 a.m.

Drop-ins welcome. $14 a class or class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com.

Sky Zone: Toddler Time. Special jumping time for little ones. 10-11 a.m. Ages 5 & under. $11. 3644 Boston Rd. Info: 629-4455.

UK Arboretum: “Trees of Winter.” 10-11 a.m.

Recommended for ages 5-10 and their families. $7 per family of three people, $2 each additional person. Registration required, space is limited.

500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-9339.

F Barnes & Noble: Storytime and Activities featuring Clifford the Big Red Dog. 11 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kid’s Corner: 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.” 11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5. Imagination Station, “Clothespin Airplanes.” 12:30-2 p.m.

Grades K-5. $9 general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Family Storytime in the Gallery. 11 a.m. Wild Things Build-a-thon with Bricks 4 Kidz. 2-3:30 p.m. Grades K-5. The Wild Things Are Here. View the Maurice Sendak art exhibit, complete a digital scavenger hunt, rock in Max’s boat and more.

Open during regular library hours. Eastside Branch: Baby Sensory Time. 11 a.m.-noon. Ages 18 months & under. Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 6 F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. 11:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

F Baptist Health Lexington: Maternity Unit Tours. 3 & 4 p.m. Free. Registration required at www.baptisthealth.com/lexingtonbabies. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. 2-3:15 p.m. Dropins welcome. $14 a class or class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Friends Book Cellar 20% Off Sale. 1-5 p.m. Teen Space: Kumihimo Braiding. 2-3 p.m. The Wild Things Are Here. View the Maurice Sendak art

exhibit, complete a digital scavenger hunt, rock in Max’s boat and more. Open during regular library hours. Northside Branch: Family Storytime.

1:30-2 p.m. Info: 231-5500.

Monday 7 F Jessamine County Public Library: Mother Goose Storytime. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Sew a Messenger Bag. 1-5 p.m. eLibrary Help on Facebook Live. 2-3 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Little Dribblers.

A non-competitive intro to basketball. 5:30-6:15 p.m. weekly through Feb. 11. Ages 3-5. $30 Y members, $45 non members. 917 Main St. Paris.

Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org.

F The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Class. 6-8 p.m.

Free. Spouses are encouraged to attend.

Recommended for third trimester. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Dropins welcome, class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Tween Craft Club: Sweet Treats. 6-7 p.m. For middle schoolers. Central Branch: Baby Jam Storytime. 10 a.m. Ages 18 months & under.

The Wild Things Are Here. View the Maurice Sendak art exhibit, complete a digital scavenger hunt, rock in Max’s boat and more. Open during regular library hours. Eastside Branch: Toddlers Movers & Shakers Storytime. 10:30 & 11 a.m.

Ages 18-36 months. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Tween/Teen Space: Hot Cocoa Café. 5-6 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

Tuesday 8 F Jessamine County Public Library: Tiny Tinker: STEAM for Preschoolers. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. One-to-One eLibrary Help. 10:30-11 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m. Tabletop Gaming Night. 6-8 p.m. Family Storytime. 6:307:15 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Masterful Music.”

10:30-11 a.m. Ages 9 months to 2 years. $9 general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 2583253.

Sky Zone: Toddler Time. Special jumping time for little ones. 10-11 a.m. Ages 5 & under. $9. 3644 Boston Rd. Info: 629-4455.

Baby Moon: MaterniTEA, a free information session for women and partners from preconception through pregnancy. 6-7:15 p.m.

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2019 Latch: Breastfeeding Essentials class. 6:30-8 p.m.

Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 4-Week Childbirth Education Class.

6-9 p.m. Recommended for 28-30 weeks gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Do-Si-Dos Square Dance Club: Modern Western square dancing lessons. 7-9 p.m. For all ages. No partner or experience needed. First two lessons free. Registration required. Southern Heights Baptist Church, 3408 Clays Mill Road. Info: www. squaredancelex.com or 474-1249.

Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: New sessions of swim lessons begin. See website for schedule.

917 Main St. Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca. org.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddlers Movers & Shakers Storytime.

11 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. View the Maurice Sendak art exhibit, complete a digital scavenger hunt, rock in Max’s boat and more. Open during regular library hours. Eastside Branch: K-5 Artists Studio: Upcycled Paper Art. 4-4:45 p.m.

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Grades K-5. Northside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.

gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

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F Alzheimer’s Association: Healthy Living for your Brain and Body. 2-3 p.m. Registration required. Woodford County Public Library, 115 N. Main St. Versailles. Info: (800) 272-3900.

Baby Moon: BYOB: Bring Your Own Baby Yoga.

9:30-10:30 a.m. Drop-ins welcome. $14 a class or class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com.

F Barnes & Noble: Storytime. See Jan. 2.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Preschool Storytime. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Exercise with Ease. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Munch & Movie Trivia. 11:30 a.m.-noon.

Silver Screen: Sunset Boulevard. 12:15-2 p.m.

Books & Bites. 3-4 p.m. Jr. STEM Club. 6-7 p.m. and 7:30-8:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville.

Info: (859) 885-3523.

The Family Center: Play Time. See Jan. 2.

F Joseph-Beth: Toddler Time. See Jan. 2.

Explorium: SMASH Club “Band-Aid Art.” See Jan. 2.

F The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Opiate Recovery and Your Baby. 10-11 a.m. Free. Recommended for 23-25 weeks

F Carnegie Center: Upper Elementary Math.

4:30-5:30 p.m. weekly through March 27. Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. Middle School Math. 5:30-6:30 p.m. weekly through March 27.

Grades 6-8. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Gymnastics.

New sessions begin Jan. 9. Ages 4 & up. $40 Y members, $55 non-members. New sessions of swim lessons begin. See website for schedule.

Beginner & Intermediate Karate. 4:15 p.m. weekly through March 27. Beginner level. Ages 6-adult. $100 Y members, $125 non members. 917 Main St. Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Movers & Shakers storytime. 10 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 2. Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. Eastside

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January 2019 Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Wednesday Quilting Friends. See Jan. 2.

Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m.

Grades K-5. Artist’s Studio: Dot Painting. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Beyond Mac & Cheese: Tween Cooking Class. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

For middle schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

Office Building, 160 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Second Floor. Baby Steps: Newborn Class. 6-9:30 p.m.

Expecting parents and grandparents welcome.

Registration required. Free. NICU Parent Support.

6:45-7:45 p.m. Free. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or www.kentuckyonehealth. org/baby.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 3.

Thursday 10 Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Shake It Up.” See Jan. 3.

F Joseph-Beth: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Jan. 3.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Oneto-One eLibrary Help. 2-3 p.m. Girls Who Code Club. 6:30-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville.

Info: (859) 885-3523.

Carnegie Center: Bee Smart: Spelling Bee Prep.

3-part class: 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Jan. 10; 10:3011:30 a.m. on Jan. 12; and 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Jan. 17. Ages 8-14. Free. Registration required. ACT Test Prep. 3-part class: 5:30-7:15 p.m. on Jan. 10; 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Jan. 12; and 5:307:15 p.m. on Jan. 17. $55, includes book. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

F The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Infant CPR class. 6-9 p.m. Free.

Registration required, space is limited.

Recommended for third trimester. Saint Joseph

Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: New sessions of swim lessons begin. See website for schedule.

917 Main St. Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca. org.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies. 11 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Central Branch: Preschool Storytime with a Police Officer. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 2. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Artist’s Studio: Making Monsters. 4-4:45 p.m. Grades K-5. Meet a Wild Thing at Village.

6-6:45 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

Friday 11 F Jessamine County Public Library: Jump & Jive Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. One-to-One Job Search Assistance. 10:30-11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville.

Info: (859) 885-3523.

LexDance: Contra Dance. Beginner lesson 7:308 p.m.; Contra Dance 8-11 p.m. $8 adults, $5 students and first-timers. Artworks at the Carver School, 522 Patterson St. Info: 552-5433.

Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Hula Hoop Relay Race.” See Jan. 4.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 4. Beaumont Branch: Meet a Wild Thing at Beaumont, 11 a.m. For toddlers. Eastside Branch: Cuddle Babies Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Info: 231-5500.

Saturday 12 Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Intro to Fitness: Strength Training. See Jan. 5. Gymnastics. New sessions begin Jan. 12. Ages 4 & up. $40 Y members, $55 non-members. New sessions of swim lessons begin. See website for schedule.

917 Main St. Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca. org.

Baptist Health Lexington: Pediatric CPR. 9 a.m.-noon. $30 per person or $50 per couple. $15 each additional person. Grandparenting for Baby Boomers & Beyond. Infant care review for grandparents. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Free.

Registration required at www.baptisthealth.com/ lexingtonbabies. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 5.

Sky Zone: Toddler Time. See Jan. 5.

UK Arboretum: Family Terrarium Workshop. See Jan. 5.

F Barnes & Noble: Storytime and Activities featuring “Love, Z.” See Jan. 5.

F The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Sibling Class.

10 a.m.-noon.

Recommended for children ages 3-6.

Class size is limited, registration required.

“Just the Facts, Mom!” Childbirth Education Class.

1-5:30 p.m. Free.

Recommended for 32-34 weeks

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2019 gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Carnegie Center: Story Time with Devine & Cierra. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Ages 6-8. Free.

Registration required, first 15 pre-registered families receive a free book. Vision Boarding for Tweens. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Jan. 12 & 26. Ages 8-12. $5. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Intro to JCPL. 11-11:45 a.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kid’s Corner: Norton Center presents Peg + Cat storytime. See Jan. 5.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “It Looked Like Spilt Milk.” See Jan. 5. Imagination Station, “DIY Wacky Sacks.” See Jan. 5.

Allegro Dance Project: An evening of contemporary dance, live music and circus arts.

7-8:30 p.m. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Lyric Theatre, 300 E. Third St. Info: 280-2218.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. 11 a.m. Central Branch: Wild Rumpus Party. 11 a.m.-noon.

For families. Cooking Once, Cooking Twice, Cooking Chicken Soup with Rice. Noon-1 p.m.

For families. The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 2. Eastside Branch: Family Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. Play & Create: Winter Fun. 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Grades K-5. Northside Branch: Maker Days: Bird Feeders. 11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.

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Branch: Family Storytime. 1:30-2 p.m. Info: 231-5500.

Monday 14 F Jessamine County Public Library: Mother Goose Storytime. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. One-to-One eLibrary Help. 3-4 p.m. iMovie Basics. 6-7:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Carnegie Center: Weekly Story Time. 10:1511:15 a.m. Ages 2-5. Free. Flow & Grow Story Time Yoga. 10:30-11:15 a.m. weekly through Feb. 11. Ages 2-4. $5 per child. Registration required.

251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

F Alzheimer’s Association: Memory Café, a monthly social gathering for people with memory loss and their care partners. 2-4 p.m.

Prescreening required. Info: 266-5283 ext. 8179.

F The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 2-Week Childbirth Education Class.

6-9 p.m. Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 7.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Sensory Time: Snow. 10-11 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 7. Eastside Branch: Toddlers Movers & Shakers. See Jan. 7. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Monthly Reading Camp Book Club. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Grades 2-5. Tween/Teen Space: Paint Night. 5-6 p.m.

For middle and high schoolers. Village Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Info: 231-5500.

F Joseph-Beth: Baby & Me. See Jan. 6.

F The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Weekend Childbirth Education Class.

Noon-7 p.m. Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. Registration required. Weekend Childbirth Education Class. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

Registration required. Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. Hospital Tour. 1-2 p.m. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

F Baptist Health Lexington: Breastfeeding 101. 4-6 p.m. Free. Registration required at www.baptisthealth.com/lexingtonbabies. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 6.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 6. Teen Space: Coffee and Coloring. 2-3 p.m. Wild Things Drama Workshop with Lexington Children’s Theatre. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Eastside Branch: Teen Space: DIY Calendar. 2-4 p.m. Northside

Tuesday 15 Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Baby Ball Drop.”

See Jan. 8.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Tiny Tinkers: STEAM for Preschoolers. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Teen Snow Globe Craft. 6-7 p.m. Family Storytime. 6:30-7:15 p.m.

600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 8853523.

F Alzheimer’s Association: Effective Communication Strategies. 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Registration required. Beaumont Public Library, 3080 Fieldstone Way. Info: (800) 272-3900.

Baptist Health Lexington: Pediatric CPR. 6:15-9 p.m. $30 per person or $50 per couple. $15 each additional person. Registration required at www.baptisthealth.com/lexingtonbabies. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

January

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddlers Movers & Shakers. See Jan. 8. Extreme Explorers: Ice. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5.

Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 8. Northside Branch: Meet a Wild Thing at Northside. 11 a.m. For families. After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 16 Baby Moon: Bring Your Own Baby Yoga. See Jan. 9.

F Barnes & Noble: Storytime. See Jan. 2.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Preschool Storytime. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. One-to-One eLibrary Assistance.

5-6 p.m. Teen Dungeons & Dragons. 5:30-7:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

The Family Center: Play Time. See Jan. 2.

F Joseph-Beth: Toddler Time. See Jan. 2 Explorium: SMASH Club “DIY Snow.” See Jan. 2.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners. See Jan. 9. Central Branch: Movers & Shakers. See Jan. 9. The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 3. Eastside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 9. Wednesday Quilting Friends. See Jan. 2. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Teen Space: Wii Racing & Sports.

5-5:45 p.m. For middle schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 17 Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Food Art.” See Jan. 3.

F Joseph-Beth: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Jan. 3.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 3.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Oneto-One Job Search Assistance. 3-3:45 p.m. and 4-4:45 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Jan. 10. Central Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 2.

Eastside Branch: Meet a Wild Thing. 4-5 p.m.

For families. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Art Start: Polar Bear Art. 3-4 p.m. Ages 3-5. Village Branch: Extreme Explorers: Ozobots. 4-4:45 p.m. Grades K-5.

Preschool Imagination Station: Doctor. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages 3-5. Info: 231-5500.

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January 2019 Friday 18 The Family Center: Preschool Time: Dinosaur Theme. A playgroup with skill-based activities.

10 a.m. Ages 3-6. $3 per family. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/familycenterky.

Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Stomp, Dinosaur, Stomp.” See Jan. 4. Parent’s Night Out: Super Solar System. 6-10 p.m. Registration required.

440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Jump & Jive Storytime. See Jan. 11.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 4.

Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 4. Eastside Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Jan. 11. Info: 231-5500.

Saturday 19 Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Intro to Fitness: Turbokick. See Jan. 5.

Brick Universe: LEGO Convention. Explore robotics, engineering, architecture and art with hands-on activities. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. or 2-5 p.m. $15 in advance, $18 at the door. Kentucky International Convention Center, Louisville. Info: www.brickuniverse.com/louisville Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 5.

Sky Zone: Toddler Time. See Jan. 5.

F Carnegie Center: Toddler Book Club. 10:1511:15 a.m. For 2-year-olds. Free. Registration required, first 15 pre-registered families receive a free book. Early Learner Book Club. 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Ages 3-5. Free. Registration required, first 15 pre-registered families receive a free book. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

UK Arboretum: “Let It Snow.” See Jan. 5.

F Barnes & Noble: Storytime and Activities featuring “The Duchess and Guy: A Rescue-toRoyalty Puppy Love Story.” See Jan. 5.

F Joseph-Beth: Kid’s Corner. See Jan. 5.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “A Trip to the Moon.” See Jan. 5. Imagination Station, “A Trip to the Moon.” See Jan. 5.

Lexington Christian Academy: 30th Anniversary Celebration featuring speaker Tim Tebow. 4 p.m.

Tickets start at $50. Proceeds go to school’s annual fund. Immanuel Baptist Church. Info: www.lexingtonchristian.org/tebow.cfm The Family Center: STEM Saturday: Geology.

Explore rocks and fossils with a special guest.

Recommended for ages 5-15. $5 per family. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/familycenterky.

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Branch: Family Storytime. 11 a.m. Imagination Station: Zoo. 2-3 p.m. Ages 3-5. Central Branch: Family Storytime in the Gallery. 11 a.m.

Wild Things Drama Workshop with Lexington Children’s Theatre. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5.

Eastside Branch: Family Storytime. 10:30 a.m.

Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 20 Brick Universe: LEGO Convention. Explore robotics, engineering, architecture and art with hands-on activities. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. or 2-5 p.m. $15 in advance, $18 at the door. Kentucky International Convention Center, Louisville. Info: www.brickuniverse.com/louisville F Joseph-Beth: Baby & Me. See Jan. 6.

F Baptist Health Lexington: Maternity Unit Tours. 3 & 4 p.m. Free. New Brother/New Sister Class. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Recommended for ages 3-8. Registration required at www.baptisthealth. com/lexingtonbabies. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 6.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 6. Teen Space: Perler Bead Art. 2-3 p.m. For middle schoolers. Eastside Branch: Artist’s Studio: Upcycled Paper Art. 2-2:45 p.m. Grades K-5.

Northside Branch: Family Storytime. 1:30-2 p.m.

Info: 231-5500.

Monday 21 MLK Day FCPS: No School.

F MLK Freedom March: Line-up starts at 9 a.m. inside Heritage Hall at the Lexington Center. March continues down Main Street.

Commemorative program begins at 11 a.m. Free showing of “Hidden Figures” at the Kentucky Theater following the program. Info: 257-8927.

Explorium: Free Admission for children when accompanied by paying adult. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $9 general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

The Family Center: Crunch Time. A playgroup for Natural Parenting. 10 a.m. $5 per family. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/familycenterky.

F Carnegie Center: MLK Day Celebration.

Free lunch, inspirational speakers, art and music workshops and more. 12:30-2:30 p.m. For families with children ages 5-18. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 7.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 7. Village

Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 14.

Info: 231-5500.

Tuesday 22 FCPS: No Preschool Classes.

F Lexington Latin School: Open House.

Lower School: 9-11 a.m. Grades PreK-6. Ashland Avenue Baptist Church, 483 W. Reynolds Road.

Info: 940-7485. Upper School: 10 a.m.-noon.

Grades 7-12. Lexington City Church, 410 Sporting Court. Info: 429-8654.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Tiny Tinkers: STEAM for Preschoolers. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Anime Club. 6-7:30 p.m. Family Storytime. 6:30-7:15 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Ice, Ice Baby.” See Jan. 8.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddlers Movers & Shakers. See Jan. 8. Extreme Explorers: Pirates. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here.

See Jan. 8. Northside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 23 Baby Moon: Bring Your Own Baby Yoga. See Jan. 9.

F Barnes & Noble: Storytime. See Jan. 2.

The Family Center: Play Time play group.

Monthly theme: Dinosaurs. 10 a.m. $3 per family. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/ familycenterky.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Preschool Storytime. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Exercise with Ease. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Teen Dungeons & Dragons. 5:30-7:30 p.m. U Can Create. 6:30-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

The Family Center: Play Time. See Jan. 2.

F Joseph-Beth: Toddler Time. See Jan. 2.

Explorium: SMASH Club “What Does the Clock Say.” See Jan. 2.

F Carnegie Center: Outstanding Writers League. 5-6 p.m. weekly through March 13.

Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. Spanish for Kids. 5:30-6:30 p.m. weekly through March 13.

Grades 1-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

F Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Relatives as Parents support group. 6 p.m. Free. Dinner and childcare provided. 917 Main St. Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org.

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F The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Baby Steps: Newborn Class. 6-9:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners. See Jan. 9. Beyond Mac & Cheese: Tween Cooking Class. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

For middle schoolers. Central Branch: Movers & Shakers. See Jan. 9. The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 3. Eastside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 9. Wednesday Quilting Friends. See Jan. 2. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Maker Days: Tabletop Forts. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Teen Space: Tee Shirt Upcycle. 5-5:30 p.m. For middle schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 24 Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “My Melted Snowman.” See Jan. 3.

F Joseph-Beth: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Jan. 3.

F Carnegie Center: Playing and Writing Stories.

4:30-5:30 p.m. weekly through March 14. Grades 1-2. Free. Registration required. Dragon Girls, a club for girls to encourage self-confidence and self-expression. 5-6 p.m. weekly through March 14. Grades 4-6. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

F Good Shepherd Day School: Open House.

5:30-7 p.m. Group tours start at 5:30, 6 & 6:30 p.m. 544 Sayre Avenue. Info: 255-9734.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 3.

F The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Class. 6-8 p.m.

Free. Spouses are encouraged to attend.

Recommended for third trimester. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

Friday 25 The Family Center: Preschool Time. See Jan. 18.

Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Snowflake Shuffle.”

See Jan. 4. It’s Your Night at the Museum. Annual fundraiser where adults can enjoy the museum and live entertainment. $75 per person. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253.

Sky Zone: Toddler Time. See Jan. 5.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Jump & Jive. See Jan. 11. One-to-One Job Search Assistance. 10:30-11;15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.12:15 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 5. Newborn Prep class. 3-5 p.m. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com.

The Family Center: Night Owls playgroup for working and student parents. 6:15 p.m. $3 per family. 334 E. Main St. Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/ familycenterky.

LexDance: Contra Swing Shift Dance Festival.

6:30-11 p.m. Visit www.swingshift.ltda.ws for schedule and admission. Artworks at the Carver School, 522 Patterson St. Info: 552-5433.

F Jessamine County Public Library: What’s Brewing: Kevin Murphy. 7-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: The Wild Things Are Here. See Jan. 4.

Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 4. Eastside Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Jan. 11. Teen Night: Escape from Azkaban. 5:307:45 p.m. For high schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Jan. 10. Central Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 17.

Eastside Branch: Extreme Explorers: Wind Power. 4-4:45 p.m. Grades K-5. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Play & Create: Lego. 4-4:45 p.m. Grades K-5. Chicken Soup with Rice cooking class. 5-6 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

Y members, $125 non-members. Women’s Self Defense Class. 12:15-1:15 p.m. weekly though March 2. $50 Y members, $60 non members. 917 Main St. Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org.

Saturday 26 Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Intro to Fitness: PiYo. See Jan. 5. Beginner & Intermediate Karate. Brown Belt: 10:15 a.m.; Yellow Belt: 11:15 a.m. Weekly through April 13. Ages 6-adult. $100

F Barnes & Noble: Storytime and Activities featuring “Pig the Pug.” See Jan. 5. Puzzle Party.

2 p.m. For all ages. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518.

F Joseph-Beth: Kid’s Corner. See Jan. 5.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “It’s Electric.”

See Jan. 5. Imagination Station, “Plastic Bag Experiment.” See Jan. 5.

Lexington Children’s Theatre: “Rapunzel,” a retelling of the classic fairy tale. 11 a.m. (sensoryfriendly performance), 2 & 7 p.m. $20 adults, $15 children. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546.

Lexington Philharmonic: PB&J Concert: Music Builds Exploration. 2 p.m. $7. Hummel Planetarium, 4440 Kit Carson Dr. Richmond. Info: 233-4226.

LexDance: Contra Swing Shift Dance Festival. 1:3011 p.m. Visit www.swingshift.ltda.ws for schedule and admission. Russell Acton Folk Center, 212 Jefferson St. Berea. Info: (859) 985-5501.

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January 2019 F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. 11 a.m. Play & Create: Lego. 3-4 p.m. Grades K-5. Central Branch: Family Storytime in the Gallery. 11 a.m. Family Cozy Winter Petting Zoo & Hot Chocolate Party.

1-4 p.m. For families. Eastside Branch: Family Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Northside Branch: Family Fun Show Day. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 231-5500.

Sunday 27 F Joseph-Beth: Baby & Me. See Jan. 6.

Lexington Children’s Theatre: “Rapunzel,” a retelling of the classic fairy tale. 2 & 4:30 p.m. $20 adults, $15 children. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546.

F Baptist Health Lexington: Breastfeeding 101. 4-6 p.m. Free. Registration required at www.baptisthealth.com/lexingtonbabies. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 6.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Teen Space: Zines. 2-3 p.m. For middle schoolers. Northside Branch: Family Storytime.

1:30-2 p.m. Info: 231-5500.

Monday 28 The Family Center: Crunch Time. See Jan. 21.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Mother Goose Storytime. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.12:15 p.m. JCPL Book Club: The Underground Railroad. 6-7 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville.

Info: (859) 885-3523.

F Carnegie Center: Weekly Story Time. See Jan. 14. Lower Elementary Reading group.

3:30-4:30 p.m. weekly through March 25.

Grades K-2. Free. Registration required. Lower Elementary Math group. 4:30-5:30 p.m. weekly through March 25. Grades K-2. Free. Registration required. Handwriting class. 5:30-6 p.m. weekly through March 25. Grades K-2. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

F Baptist Health Lexington: Maternity Unit Tours. 6 & 7 p.m. Free. Registration required at www.baptisthealth.com/lexingtonbabies. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 7.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Imagination Station: Zoo. 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Ages 3-5. Central Branch: Baby Jam Storytime.

10 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Eastside Branch: Movers & Shakers Storytime. 10:30 and 11 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Tween/ Teen Space: Riverdale Fandom. 5-6 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Village Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 14. Estación 32 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Imaginaria para preescolares: Médico. 6-6:45 p.m. Ages 3-5. Info: 231-5500.

Tuesday 29 F Carnegie Center: Click, Clack, Moo: Fun with Sounds. 10:15-11 a.m. Ages 2 & under. Free.

Registration required, first 10 pre-registered families receive a free book. Upper Elementary Reading group. 3:30-4:30 p.m. weekly through March 26. Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. French for Kids. 4:30-5:30 p.m. weekly through March 29. Grades 1-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Tiny Tinkers. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Intro to JCPL Creative Space. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Bring Your D&D Character to Life. 6-7:30 p.m.

Family Storytime. 6:30-7:15 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Planes, Trains and Automobiles.” See Jan. 8.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Toddlers Movers & Shakers. See Jan. 8.

Central Branch: Bigfoot for Little People. 10-11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Eastside Branch: Preschool Art Start: Snowy Day. 4-5 p.m. Ages 3-5. Northside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn Storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. After School Snack. 4-5 p.m.

Grades K-5. Art Start: Polar Bear Art. 6-7 p.m.

Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.

Wednesday 30 Baby Moon: Bring Your Own Baby Yoga.

See Jan. 9.

F Barnes & Noble: Storytime. See Jan. 2.

The Family Center: Play Time. See Jan. 23.

F Jessamine County Public Library: Preschool Storytime. 10-10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Exercise with Ease. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Teen Dungeons & Dragons. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Bullet Journaling for Beginners. 6-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 885-3523.

The Family Center: Play Time. See Jan. 2.

F Joseph-Beth: Toddler Time. See Jan. 2.

Explorium: SMASH Club “Art-Spinner Art.” See Jan. 2.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners. See Jan. 9.

Central Branch: Movers & Shakers.

See Jan. 9. Eastside Branch: Preschool

Play & Learn. See Jan. 9. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Teen Space: Minute to Win It. 5-5:30 p.m. For middle schoolers. Info: 231-5500.

Thursday 31 Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Mixed Media.” See Jan. 3.

F Carnegie Center: Math through Dungeons & Dragons. 5:15-7:15 p.m. weekly through March 21. Grades 6-9. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.

F Joseph-Beth: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Jan. 3.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Jan. 3.

F The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Infant CPR class. 6-9 p.m. Free.

Registration required, space is limited.

Recommended for third trimester. Saint Joseph Office Building, 160 N. Eagle Creek Dr., Second Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.

The Family Center: Night Owls. See Jan. 24.

Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Jan. 10. Central Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Jan. 17. Northside Branch: After School Snack. 4-5 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Artist’s Studio: Gee’s Bend Quilts. 4-4:45 p.m. Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500. Y

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What an Adventure for This State Swim Champ

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Rachel Klinker SCHOOL: Tates Creek High GRADE: 12 ACADEMICS: Rachel has a 4.562 weighted GPA in the IB program, scored 30 on the ACT and is the school student body president.

PARENTS: Jill & Gerry

tate swim champion Rachel Klinker is an adventuresome soul.

Take a look at the Tates Creek High senior’s favorite books: “Ivanhoe,” “Robinson Crusoe,” and “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.” She loves a good adventure story.

So when it came time to choose a college, she ventured to California to UC Berkeley. Why Cal? Because Rachel did her homework.

Not only is UC Berkeley one of the top universities in the country, Cal has a dominant women’s swim program led by legendary coach Teri McKeever.

McKeever has coached 26 Olympians who have accounted for 36 Olympic medals. Cal alums include Missy Franklin (five Olympic Gold medals) and Natalie Coughlin (12 Olympic medals).

Rachel, still just 18 years old, has already qualified for the 2020 Olympic Trials based on her times in the 100 and 200 butterfly last summer at the University of Georgia.

She must qualify again as the Olympics approach but with the upward trajectory of her career that seems like a safe bet.

“It was an amazing feeling,” she said.

“It’s every swimmer’s dream to compete in the Olympics and represent the U.S.” Tokyo in 2020 for the Summer Games would be a wonderful addition to the ports of call Rachel has already visited.

Along with numerous trips to Orlando, she has competed from coast

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to coast, from Long Island, New York to Irvine, California. She also spent 10 days last spring break, swimming in the Irish Open in Dublin.

Rachel is the defending Kentucky high school champion in the 200 and 500 freestyle.

(She swims everything: sprints and long distance in freestyle, butterfly and breaststroke. Not surprisingly, she is adding the 200 and 400 IM to her repertoire.)

Swimmer is only part of Rachel’s identity. She’s also an honor student, volunteer, student body president, babysitter and youth swim coach. She even bakes and knits.

“Rachel is a hard worker, stays focused and is well organized,” said her mother Jill. Added Rachel: “I’d die without my planner.”

Rachel has a 4.562 weighted GPA in the International Baccalaureate program at Tates Creek. She scored 30 on the ACT, is a National Honor Society member and, before becoming student body president, was president of her freshman, sophomore and junior classes.

She has won numerous school academic awards and cites as inspiration her late grandmother, Noelita Galiskis, who lived with the family for 17 years.

“My grandmother wanted me to strive for the best and I wanted to make her proud,” Rachel said.

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A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Call or e-mail us with your Scholar Athlete nominations.

(859) 223-1765 john@lexingtonfamily.com

January 2019

presents:

educator of the month Sherry Botts

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herry Botts has always had a heart for children in Title I schools. That feeling started when Botts was a child helping her aunt, Wilma Gooden, who taught in a Title I school back home in Glasgow, Ky. So when Botts was assigned as a student teacher to Harrison Elementary School, she felt right at home. And that’s where home has been for the past 13 years. The fifthgrade teacher is all about helping others.

“School was difficult for me, especially reading,” she said. “So I wanted to teach elementary school because I knew what it felt like to need extra help.”

“Her students

know she wants to hear how they are doing and she will encourage them for years after they have left her classroom.”

Still, Botts leaned toward becoming a pharmacist until her chemistry teacher, Mrs. Richardson, showed her the impact an educator can have.

“She was willing to stay after school and come in early,” Botts said. “She was approachable and she made her classroom a safe place to learn and make mistakes.”

That’s the kind of teacher Botts has become.

“She is one of those teachers students always remember,” Principal Tammie Franks said. “Her students know she wants to hear how they are doing and she will encourage them for years after they have left her classroom. Her classroom is fun, but focused on learning.”

A former high school athlete, Botts proudly labels herself “country,” and her larger-thanlife presence in the classroom makes it easy for children to relate.

“My kids say I am loud and I guess I am,” she said. “I have good rapport with my students. I am a steady, stabilizing, consistent influence in their lives.”

That’s crucial for Harrison students, all of whom are on free lunch. All come from under-privileged homes.

Among the issues some Harrison students face are homelessness, food insecurity, lack of clean clothes and frequent housing moves.

“At the end of the day, my students give gratitude, are very loving and they appreciate you,” Botts said.

Botts runs a tight ship, but everyone on board laughs a lot. She sets high expectations and uses humor and sarcasm to keep students engaged.

“They know that I care about them so I have their respect and their trust,” she said.

“If you don’t have that, you’re done.”

NOMINATIONS: Asbury University’s School of Education, which offers undergraduate and graduate degrees for young adults and working professionals in Kentucky and around the world, is pleased to honor world-class educators throughout Kentucky. If you would like to nominate an educator, contact Asbury University’s School of Education at AUSOE@asbury.edu.

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