Lexington Family Magazine July 2018 by Lexington Family Magazine

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July 2018

Letter From Katie

Vol. 22 Issue 7

Need Toys? Look in The Trash

always thought I was being a lazy mom when I let my kids play with our household trash. Paper towel rolls, tissue paper from packages, empty milk jugs – before items end up in the garbage can, they often end up in the playroom. It turns out I am not lazy. I am on the cutting edge of parenting. “Loose parts” is a term I just learned from my children’s childcare facility. Teachers requested items for loose parts play and the wish list looked like an inventory of the junk drawer in my kitchen. String or twine, plastic bottle caps, fabric scraps, buttons and feathers. The list included many more items, including rocks, twigs, leaves and acorns. Any materials that can be combined, repurposed, put together or taken apart are candidates for loose parts play. There are no directions or instruction manuals for loose parts play. The possibilities are only limited by the child’s imagination.

I was ecstatic to learn that after a year of a structured school curriculum, my 7-year-old would be experiencing this method of play during her summer camp. The word “loose” is exactly what our kids need: more free, easy-going, open-ended time. I know my kid needs a break from rigidity and step-by-step instructions by the time May rolls around. It may look strange to give my daughter a bucket full of random household and nature items, but what I’m really giving her is freedom – freedom to decide what those items will be used for and what direction she wants her play to go. Any parent who has experienced Christmas morning with young children knows the box is often more interesting to the child than the toy it contained. So instead of something from the store, fill a box with some loose parts from the backyard or the recycling bin and watch what happens. Y

Out & About

Summer movies; Fourth of July Festival; BreyerFest; LCT Summer Musical.

Family Favorites

Vote and get a chance to win Beech Bend or Treetop Adventure family fun packs.

Homeschooling 101

Area mom explains how to get started and lists what resources to rely on.

July

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Publisher Dana Tackett

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New Fayette Co-op Program

L.E.A.P. offers enrichment classes for homeschooling children ages 5-7.

Summer Fun

Check out these places for fun and educational ways for your kids to enjoy the summer.

Kids Who Learn Differently

A comprehensive overview of how to write an IEP plan for your school-aged child.

in every issue 6 Baby Bump 22 Dr. Ison 8 Positive Parenting 23 Dr. Graebe 10 Fayette Co. Schools 35 KU’s Scholar Athlete

On the cover: Griffin, 5, the son of Jason and Ann Veinot, enjoys a swim at AquaTots Swim School in Lexington.

Photo by Robin Allen Photography

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Summer

Movie Schedule

AMC Classic Movies:

$4 plus tax, includes movie and a KidsPack of popcorn, drink and snacks. Wednesdays at 10 a.m. 3151 Mapleleaf Dr. Info: 263-1729. July 11: “Trolls” July 18: “Despicable Me 3” July 25: “Captain Underpants” Aug. 1: “The Nut Job 2” Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: $1 per show or $5 for 10 shows. Monday-Thursday at 10 a.m. 3800 Mall Road. Info: 971-0718 July 2-5: “The Nut Job 2” July 9-12: “My Little Pony” July 16-19: “Ferdinand” July 23-26: “Paddington 2” July 30- Aug. 2: “Captain Underpants” Aug. 6-9: “The Emoji Movie” Fountain Films on Friday: Free. Fridays, movie starts at dusk. Triangle Park, downtown Lexington. Info:

downtownlex.com/fountain-films-onFriday/ July 13: “Liar, Liar” July 20: “Space Jam” July 27: “Christmas Vacation” Aug. 3: “Clueless” Aug. 10: “Groundhog Day” Aug. 17: “Waterboy” Lexington Public Library Family Movies: Free. Tuesdays & Thursdays at 1 p.m. Farish Theatre at Central Library Branch, 140 E. Main St. Info: 231-5500. July 3: “The Secret Life of Pets” July 5: “Kung Fu Panda 3” July 10: “Sing” July 12: “Finding Dory” July 17: “The Peanuts Movie” July 19: “Stuart Little” July 24: “Despicable Me 3” July 26: “Monsters University” July 31: “Inside Out”

Malco Kids Summer Film Fest: $2 per person. Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10 a.m. 40 Winchester Plaza, Winches. Info: (859) 745-4996. July 3 & 4: “Trolls” July 10 & 11: “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul” July 17 & 18: “Ferdinand” July 24 & 25: “Horton Hears a Who” July 31 & Aug. 1: “The Princess Bride” Movie Tavern Summer Kids’ Flicks: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10 a.m. $4 per person, includes movie ticket and $4 off food & beverage purchases. 150 Langley Dr., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 245-0460. July 10 & 12: “Paddington 2” July 17 & 19: “The Lego Movie” July 24 & 26: “Storks” July 31 & Aug. 2: “Sing” Theatres of Georgetown: Free. Wednesdays & Thursdays, doors open at 9:30 a.m. Movie begins at 10 a.m. 401 Outlet Center Dr., Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3979. July 11 & 12: “Sing” July 18 & 19: “Trolls” July 25-26: “Captain Underpants” Aug. 1 & 2: “Wonder” Y

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GIVEAWAYS 2018

Gattitown $100 Gift Card

Plan an awesome birthday party or a family fun night with games, food and prizes at Gattitown in Lexington. Lexington Family is giving away a $100 gift card in July.

register online @ LexingtonFamily.com To register visit lexingtonfamily.com or call 223-1765. The deadline for entries is Thursday, July 19. Identify which advertisement has the icon of the smiling woman’s face pictured here and tell us where you picked up the magazine.

Beech Bend Park Passes Enjoy the summer fun of an amusement park, water park, shows and more at Beech Bend Park & Splash Lagoon in Bowling Green. Lexington family has four Family 4-packs to give away this month.

Kremer’s $40 Gift Card Kremer Wholesale has everything you need to fill up those goodie bags and help make your birthday party a special memory. Win a $40 gift card from Lexington Family in July.

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Voting for LFM Family Favorites Runs July 1-Aug. 15

oting for Lexington Family Magazine’s ninth annual FamFamily Favorite ily Favorites Contest begins July 1 and runs through Wednesday, WINNER Aug. 15. Lexington FAMILY Show your support for your favorite Magazine family-friendly businesses and get a chance to win one of two exciting prizes. Anyone who completes a ballot is automatically entered in a drawing to win tickets to Beech Bend Park & Splash Lagoon or to Treetop Adventure at Levi Jackson State Park. Hundreds of our readers submitted nominations for their favorite family-friendly restaurants, camps, birthday parties, healthcare providers, festivals, home repair specialists, field trips and more. The top businesses and locations in each category earned a spot on our Family Favorite Ballot. Family Favorites winners will be announced in our October issue. Winners of the drawing for Beech Bend and Treetop Adventure tickets will be announced in August. To vote, visit www.lexingtonfamily.com. One household, one vote, please.

2018

Downtown Is Site for July 4 Festival

ood, fun and fireworks are on the schedule for the annual Fourth of July celebration in downtown Lexington. On Tuesday, July 3, the Great American Pie Contest and Ice Cream Social return to Cheapside Park at noon. At 8 p.m., the Lexington Philharmonic will perform a patriotic concert on the Morrison Lawn at Transylvania University. The Bluegrass 10K Race will launch festivities on Wednesday, July 4. The race begins at 7 a.m. in downtown Lexington. A downtown street festival with vendors, entertainment and family-friendly fun will run 9 a.m.-6 p.m. The Fourth of July parade begins at 2 p.m. and proceeds down Main Street from Midland Avenue to Mill Street. Festivities conclude with a fireworks show around 10 p.m. Fireworks will be launched from the Fifth Third Bank building downtown. Info: www.downtownlex.com.

Breyerfest Returns to Horse Park

reyerFest “Off to the Races” will be at the Kentucky Horse Park July 13-15 for the 29th year of celebrating horses. BreyerFest is a three-day family festival that combines the excitement of a horse fair with model horse activities. Attendees can enjoy workshops, free seminars, hands-on demos and live horse performances. Shopping opportunities will be available at The Marketplace, Artisans’ Gallery and Swap Meet. Tickets are available for one or three-day passes. Children under 6 enter for free. For tickets and a complete activity schedule, visit: www.breyerhorses.com/bf2018-home 6 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

July at LexingtonFamily.com For more on these and other stories, visit www.lexingtonfamily.com

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.

July’s Feedback Question:

“What advice do you have for parents with a child entering kindergarten this fall?” Answer our Facebook question and you could be in the magazine!

Facts About July Babies:

t Birthstone: Ruby tFlower: Waterlily

tHoroscope: Cancer (July 1-July 22) or Leo (July 23-31) tJuly is the third most common birth month in the U.S., behind August and September tFamous July birthdays: Amelia Earhart, Frida Kahlo, Ernest Hemingway & Nelson Mandela.

July at BabyBumpLexington.com

Car Seat Review: We tested out the Emblem convertible car seat and the Skyline booster seat in the Essentials line by Britax and shared our results.

TTC Tips: A few simple steps can help take the anxiety out of trying to conceive. Read about how to best prepare when you are ready to start trying for a baby.

Safe Travel While Pregnant: Summer vacations can mean

air travel and long car rides. Find out how to keep you and your baby healthy while you trek to your destination.

Who Said It?

“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do and liking how you do it.” Answer on Page 8

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for the 2018-19 School Year Contact us today for information or to schedule a personal tour.

Lower School Pre-K thru 6th Ashland Avenue Baptist Church Campus 483 W. Reynolds Road, Lexington Office@LexingtonLatinSchool.com (859) 940-7485

Upper School 7th thru 12th Quest Community Church Campus 410 Sporting Court, Lexington Office@LexingtonLatinSchool.com (859) 429-8654

LCT Summer Family Musical

Roald Dahl’s

How to Give Kids Freedom Within Limits

hile at the beach standing amid a large crowd waiting for sea turtles to be released, I watched a 2-year-old struggle in her mother’s arms. She wanted to get down and play in the sand with the other children, but mom was concerned she would run off. What mom did next was a metaphor for great parenting.

She stood the little girl on the sand, removed her own sandal, and drew a 10x14foot rectangle. She told her daughter that she could play anywhere she wanted inside the lines, and if she went outside the line that meant she would let mommy hold her. The transformation was amazing. The little girl played happily, and the mom smiled and relaxed. Eureka! Most people have heard of freedom within limits, but what does it mean? You and I know that we can drive anywhere in Kentucky that we want, but we can’t drive there at 85 mph. Having the power to drive means we accept the responsibility to honor the law and the consequences of our choices. Human beings are instilled from birth with a need to have control of their lives, just like the little girl described above. Growing up successfully requires competently accepting increasing levels of responsibility. The limits are narrower with young children (like lines in the sand) and more expansive for older children. For example, younger children have the freedom to choose: t The clothes they wear, within the limits of the season t When to do their homework, within the limit of homework being done by a certain time t Which musical instrument to learn to 8 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

play from a number of options t To do chores within the limit that everyone participates in the work of the family. Older children and teens have the freedom to choose: t To express their feelings and opinions, within the limits of respect t After-school activities, within the limits of time and finance t More personal financial responsibility when their wants exceed their budget. What do you do when children don’t like the limits you set? Empathize always. “I know it seems unfair that you can’t go to the sleepover. I would be upset too if I were you.” Problem solve where possible: “What is it that you don’t like? Do you have any ideas? Perhaps we can come to some kind of agreement.” Rather than feeling they must control their children, parents can relax into the respectful and rewarding role of providing firm, clear limits while allowing their children the freedom to make choices. Dr. Lesley Iwinski is the mother of three grown children, a family physician and owner of Growing Peaceful Families, LLC. She offers classes, workshops and seminars. Info: (859) 333-3053 or www.growingpeacefulfamilies.com. Y

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he Lexington Children’s Theatre kicks off its 80th season in July with its Summer Family Musical performance of “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.” Straight from Broadway, this family favorite show marks LCT’s 17th annual Summer Family Musical, performed on the LCT Main Stage on Short Street. Join Matilda, Miss Honey, Bruce, Lavender and the Trunchbull on this rebellious romp through the wacky and wild world of Roald Dahl. Show times are: Thursday, July 19: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 20: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 21: 2 p.m. Sunday, July 22: 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Thursday, July 26: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 27: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 28: 2 p.m. Sunday, July 29: 2 p.m. The show is designed for children ages 6 & up. Tickets are $25 adults, $20 children. Other shows in LCT’s 80th season are Amelia Earhart (September), The Ghosts of Pineville (October), The Snowy Day (November), A Charlie Brown Christmas (December), Jack and the Wonder Beans (December), Rapunzel (January), And Then They Came For Me: Remembering Anne Frank (February).Disney’s High School Musical Jr.(March), Apollo: To the Moon and Charlotte’s Web (April). Info: 254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org/ Y

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American poet, singer, civil rights activist and author of “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings”

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Fayette County Public Schools

State of Schools Speech Set for Aug. 1 By: Emmanuel Caulk

Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent

eteran educator Rita Pierson once said, “Every child deserves a champion; an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best they can possibly be.” In the Fayette County Public Schools, we take our calling to be champions for children seriously. Every child who enters the doors of our schools has unique strengths and talents. It is our job to provide each of them with the experiences needed to reach their unlimited potential. We have two moral imperatives – to accelerate the learning of our students who have not reached proficiency, while also pushing our already proficient students to become globally competitive. Fulfilling that calling requires us to stand for all children. Our district has made great strides this year: investing in a challenging reading and math curriculum so every K-12 stu-

dent has access to advanced instructional materials; partnering with business and post-secondary institutions to transform our high schools; being thought leaders in the state and nation on issues of safety and school turn-around; identifying more students for gifted and talented programs; and increasing services for students with special needs and students whose home language is not English. On Wednesday, Aug. 1, I will deliver the second annual FCPS State of the Schools Address to give our community a public report on the progress being made to ensure that all students achieve at high levels and graduate prepared to excel in college, career and life. The event, presented by the LexingtonBluegrass Association of Realtors, will be at the Lexington Convention Center Bluegrass Ballroom, at 430 W. Vine Street. Registration and buffet breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m., with the formal program from 8:20 to 9:30 a.m. All members of our community are

invited to register to attend this important event by visiting www.fcps.net/ StateofSchools18. One of our district’s core values is that it takes an entire community to ensure the success of our public schools. Since moving to Lexington, I have been impressed with the incredible support of our school district from families, business partners, faith leaders, elected officials and the community-at-large. This annual report is an important part of our commitment to transparency and accountability. We hope you will join us to celebrate our success and commit ourselves to continued and deliberate action. In the words of James Ryan, Harvard Education Dean and President-elect of the University of Virginia, “Regardless of where a child is born, who his parents are, the color of her skin, whether he can see or hear, or whether she sleeps in a mansion or a shelter: that child deserves a highquality education.” Y

Wednesday, August 1, 2018 Registration and buffet breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m. The State of Schools will begin at 8:20 a.m. and conclude by 9:30 a.m.

Join us for the second annual

Lexington Convention Center Bluegrass Ballroom 430 West Vine Street | Lexington

Fayette County Public Schools

Presented by:

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State of Schools

2018

SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

Each student received $2000 to help finance their continuing education. Pat Ferry, President

Kelly Kral

Jackson Cromer

Austin Booth

Kelly is a graduate of Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. He plans

Jackson graduated from Rockcastle County High School.

on pursuing a degree in Computer Science

He will attend Northern Kentucky University in

from Purdue University.

the fall with an interest in Industrial Design

Austin is a graduate from Lafayette High School. He will attend Notre Dame, majoring in Chemical Engineering.

Bobby A. Flynn, Board Chairman

www.mhcu.org â&#x20AC;˘ 859-259-3466 â&#x20AC;˘ 800-359-3466 Thank you

to all those who participated from our 22 counties!

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Area Mom Explains How to Get Started By Kim Kobersmith

or eight years, my two sons, ages 12 and 14, my husband, and I have pursued the art of homeschooling. My husband and I were attracted to a home-centered lifestyle and the chance to provide individualized instruction. But the fact that tipped the scales was my husband’s Tuesday through Saturday work schedule. To have more family time, we pulled our oldest son out of public school after kindergarten. His teachers said he was one of the top students in his class – so my secret voice reassured me that he wouldn’t fall too far behind as we tested the homeschool waters. It has worked. With a less-structured learning schedule, we have time to walk upstream in the creek beside our house to see where it goes, make beaded jewelry and sell it at the Farmers Market, and immerse ourselves in the Revolutionary War era at Colonial Williamsburg. Homeschooling has also formed me. I have come to think of myself as more of a facilitator than teacher, introducing my kids to living narrative books, great places, interesting people and practical life skills. Are you intrigued? Then let me address some of the concerns of new homeschoolers, starting with the legalities of homeschooling. Readers might not know that these laws are set by each state and not the federal government. When our clan moved to Berea in 2011, we had to learn the ins and outs of Kentucky law. The Kentucky Board

of Education publishes a helpful Homeschool Information Packet on its website with the basic requirements. Nothing is too onerous: The main requirements are writing a letter to the school district, and keeping attendance and scholarship records. Another common concern of new homeschooling parents is choosing the academic content and the homeschool method that fits their family. Do not be intimidated if you are not a certified teacher. I have a bachelor’s degree in communication – not exactly a common school subject – and no advanced training or degree. I have found wisdom about how best my children learn through other homeschool parents and my own experience as a life-long learner. Some families choose a formal, schoolstyle program. The state Information Packet recommends two on-line programs certified by the Kentucky Department of Education. Other families choose a cottage school or academic center, where expert teachers instruct in one or more subjects. There are several cottage-style schools in Fayette County. Most parents go the route of implementing their own homeschool curriculum. A word of advice – DO NOT do a Google search for homeschool curriculum and begin searching! Even experienced home teachers get overwhelmed. Instead, begin with resources that help you discover what style of homeschoolers your family might be, then choose resources that utilize that style. To us, having a homeschool community is a must. We have been part of a homeschool co-op in Berea for seven years and the group has become part of our extended family. Once a week, my kids do projects with friends and I get time with other parents, sharing the joys – and the challenges – of homeschooling with people who really understand. And we have a sounding board for questions like, “How do you follow this part of the Kentucky law?” and “What do you do for math?!” There are lots of factors to consider when choosing a cottage school or co-op:

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religious and philosophical views; level of required parental participation; amount of instruction; and cost. As I have learned by homeschooling, the important thing is finding the right fit, for your family, right now. Y

Kim Kobersmith lives in Berea where she homeschools her sons, is a freelance writer and gardens in her front yard. She is pictured above with her husband, Dave, and sons Cavan and Sayer.

Local Homeschooling Resources State Information Packet

http://education.ky.gov/federalfed/Douments/Kentucky%20Homeschool%20Information%20Packet.pdf

Homeschool styles

www.homeschool.com/new/difstyles.asp https://homeschoolbase.com/ homeschooling-methods/

Cottage Schools:

Bluegrass United www.bluegrassunited.com (For high school students) Lexington Latin School www.lexingtonlatinschool.com (For Jr. K-12th grade) Veritas Christian Academy www.veritaschristianky.com (For Jr. K-12th grade)

Co-ops:

Bluegrass Homeschool Learning Co-op www.my-bhlc.org (Has strong theater program) Christian Home – Educators of the Bluegrass www.chb-ac.com (For grades 6-12 with co-op classes for younger children.) Classical Conversations www.classicalconversations.com (Has several locations throughout the region) Lexington Independent Homeschool https://lexingtonindependent.com (Very diverse membership) Seat of Wisdom Homeschool Cooperative http://seatofwisdom.vpweb.com (For Catholic families)

Experience:

Creativity The Living Arts & Science Center is where creativity grows. Spark a love for expressive and creative learning with summer camps for kids pre-school to high-school. Bring the family for handson explorations at Discovery Nights and Discovery Saturdays. Experience something new at the Living Arts & Science Center.

Summer Camps July 2, 3, 5, 6 X Marks The Spot July 9-13 Mad Scientist July 16-20 Histories Mysteries July 23-27 Tech Week

July 30-August 3 Game Show Week August 6-10 Movin’ and Groovin’

Scholarships sponsored by:

Plan your next visit at LASCLEX.org 362 North Martin Luther King Blvd. | Downtown Lexington | (859) 252-5222

Summer camps are provided in partnership with White, Greer & Maggard Orthodontics. Thanks to WGM for providing 11 weeks of fun and educational activities for kids to experiment, build, create, and explore the world around them.

www.explorium.com

The Kentucky Arts Council, a state agency, supports Explorium with state tax dollars and federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts

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L.E.A.P. into Learning! • Hands-on, play-based projects • Constructivist learning • Outdoor adventures • Field trips • Music instruction • Tu/Th 12:30-3:30 pm, Sept-May

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Fayette Co-Op Preschool

L E A P Program to Serve Homeschooled Kids

By John Lynch

tay-at-home mom Laura Pace learned so much as a parent at Fayette Cooperating Preschool that she sought to keep that relationship alive after her 5-year-old child aged out of the program this spring. Pace will homeschool her daughter and thanks to a program that she envisioned, mother and daughter will stay connected to the school. Pace and Co-op Director Mary Brenzel created Learning Enrichment Through Active Play (L.E.A.P.) for homeschooling parents. Starting in August, Fayette Co-op will offer a three-hour enrichment program twice a week at its Rosemont Garden campus for children ages 5-7. Teacher Tisha Maynard will lead the program, which is structured just like a halfday at Co-op. The first hour will consist of two stations with hands-on, multi-sensory art and science activities. Maynard will lead one station and parents will take turns serving as a teacher/ guide at the other station. The next hour consists of 30 minutes of circle time devoted to individual and directed reading, music and dance. A 30-minute healthy snack follows. The last hour is outdoor play – a hallmark of Fayette Co-op. The Rosemont Garden campus playground features a sandbox, climbing tower and slide, playhouse, bicycle merry-go-round, balance beam and enough beautifully crafted wooden blocks

to match any child’s wildest imagination. “We wanted to give homeschooled kids a place to go to learn through play,” Pace said. “It’s also a place where homeschooling families can connect and learn.” The program is inclusive, non-religious and offers no specific curriculum. “We’re not offering a homeschool cooperative,” Brenzel said. “This is a drop-off enrichment program with parent participation. So many parents were coming to us, looking for a different option. We had the space and teacher, so we’re excited about the program.” Heather Smith’s 5-year-old daughter, Mina, has yet to attend any school and will participate in the Co-op program. “I like the environment and general feel of the place and know my daughter will have freedom to play and go outside every day,” said Smith, who will homeschool Mina. By mid-June eight children had enrolled in the program – five of them outside the Co-op community. Spots for more children are available with the goal of keeping the

L.E.A.P. will serve homeschooled children ages 5-7 at Fayette Co-op.

child-adult ratio no higher than 4 to 1. Costs include a one-time materials fee and registration fee for an average of $180 a month – or less than $8 an hour. “This will work out great for someone in my position,” said Pace, whose 3-year-old son will attend Co-op preschool twice a week. “I can drop my son off in the morning and spend one-on-one time with my daughter, then pick him up when I drop her off for her enrichment class. “The important thing is that because it is Co-op, I know she will play while she is there. At her age, the No. 1 job for children is still play.” Y

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Tips on Writing IEP Plans

f you suspect your child has a disability and needs special education services, you can make a referral to the school for an Individualized Education Program. Each school has a referral system that explains how that is done. You should do this in writing and keep a copy. As part of the referral process, the school can provide interventions and instruction services. If the child does not make adequate progress, a referral for special education services is made. At this time a meeting will be held to look at the kind of evaluations needed and the parents/guardian must sign permission for these to take place. If your child has a current IEP: Make sure you have a copy, ask the school if you don’t have one. Review the information in each section so you are familiar with what your child is working on now. Think about what needs to be in the next IEP. There are four main parts to look at in developing an appropriate IEP:

Present Levels of Performance

Present levels should address all areas of need (communication, physical, academic, social/emotional). They should tell specifically what the child is having problems with and what things work for him. Examples: Poor: Dan is writing below grade level. Better: Dan can write a simple sentence with correct capitalization but struggles with questions and exclamations. By knowing what Dan can and cannot do, we have a place to start to write goals. This baseline data should come from objective assessments, informal assessments and input from the parents and teachers.

Goals and Objectives

These come from the needs that the team determined in the first section. Goals and objectives provide a road map of what the child is working on and should be making progress on during the coming year. These can be academic, social and behavioral. The school must be able to objectively measure the goals and objectives so 16 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

everyone will know if the student is making progress. Examples: Poor (too broad and general): Alexis will improve her writing skills. Better: Alexis will be able to write a fivesentence paragraph with correct punctuation and capitalization.

Supports and Services

These are all the things the team thinks the child needs in order to: Make progress on his annual goals. Progress in the general curriculum. Participate in nonacademic and extracurricular activities. Be educated and participate alongside children without disabilities. (Supports and services should be based on what the student needs, not on what is available.)

Placement

This is the place – classroom(s) and other school environments – where the child can best work on her goals. To the maximum extent possible, a student with disabilities should be educated in general education classrooms with supports and services. This is called the least restrictive environment. Removal happens only after all supports and services have been tried and the student cannot achieve her goals in that environment. This should be determined by the full IEP Team. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act requires that the child’s placement be based on the student’s IEP, be determined at least annually, and be as close to the child’s home as possible.

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Explorium of Lexington

The Square, 440 W. Short Street / 258-3253 www.explorium.com All parties include tableware, balloons, all-day admission to the museum, pizza, juice boxes, ice cream, and setup and cleanup. Parties are $12 per person with a minimum of 10 people. Large a la carte menu offered, so you can create the perfect party.

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Moms & Daughters in the Exam Room

eriodically, I like to revisit the interactions between mothers and their daughters that I witness in the exam room. After all, there are a lot of new mothers and new daughters since I wrote my last column on the subject. The age of the daughter, like most things in pediatrics, often determines what happens in the mother-daughter relationship. For example, infant daughters are very dependent on their mothers for transportation from their carrier or stroller to the exam table. They must be undressed and dressed by them. The mothers must speak entirely for them when telling me how things are going with them. By toddlerhood, mothers still speak for their daughters but must also help catch them when they saunter off. If the toddler fusses about being examined, Mom usually solves this issue through a combination of coaxing and lap-holding.

By the time girls are preschoolers, mother-daughter disagreements (even they will usually carry on a conversation about health issues). I am often fascinated with me. This is often about their health watching a daughter’s eyes roll while her concerns, but not always. mother is talking (and vice versa). Mothers at this point will often redirect Finding a consensus as to what is going their daughters, correct any informaon with the patient becomes trickier: tion that is inaccurate and give additional sometimes restating what happened in my medical history. own words can help both parties agree. I have noticed that what I call “the IQ Occasionally, an adolescent girl may drop” in a mother’s intelligence usually want to discuss something without her happens when a daughter becomes 6 or 7 mother present. years old. Suddenly, the child starts interHer mother may feel left out, but this is rupting the mother’s telling of her health part of the pathway toward the daughhistory to correct it. ter being able to make health decisions Though shocking for some mothers, independently. this can be a positive sign that the daughOnce a daughter is 18, she may come ter is becoming more concerned with her see us by herself as a legal adult. She may own health and cares about what is true (and often will) still bring her mother and accurate. with her. Y During puberty, the hormones that make girls into women start to instill a desire Dr. Charles Ison is a University of for more independence Kentucky graduate who has practiced in his in daughters. hometown of Lexington since 1993. He is a There may be many partner in Pediatric and Adolescent Associates.

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Summer: Good Time to Improve Reading

ummer can be an ideal time for your children to practice reading by choosing books that interest

them. This is just one suggestion by Dr. Rick Graebe, a behavioral optometrist and Vision Therapy specialist in Versailles. Other ways to help your child include: t Read for fun. Whether it’s comic books or picture books, find ones your child enjoys. Fun topics can be cars, animals, sports, fantasy, vampires, wizards or whatever grabs your child’s attention. The important thing is that your child is reading, so don’t be judgmental about the subject. t Read along with your child. You read a page, then she reads a page. This way you can share the experience with your child and discuss the content of the book. By making reading a social activity, your child is more likely to view it as a positive experience.

tion. As children play make-believe, they t Have your child hold the book learn how to think, reason and problemwhen reading. Through proprioception (the integration solve. This helps teach children how to process of the body’s senses), your body develops information, a key skill in reading. awareness of the book through touch. If, however, your child needs more than This helps your child know where the practice, perhaps Vision Therapy – a kind book is in space and where to point and of physical therapy for the eyes, brain and focus her eyes. body – can help. t Play games. Vision Therapy can improve visual efGames like I Spy, Simon Says, mazes, ficiency, visual processing and sensory word searches and Where’s Waldo can integration. promote the development of your child’s A series of tests can determine if your visual spatial skills and visual reasoning. child is a candidate for the program. t Go outside. Said Dr. Graebe: “Vision Therapy is Outside play helps your child develop not for everyone, but if a person’s visual balance and coordination, which are crusystem is under-performing, then Vision cial in learning to stabilize the body. Therapy can make dramatic improvements This is important in reading, according to in performance.” Y Dr. Graebe. “Imagine trying to read a book while bouncing on a trampoline,” he says. “You have to be Dr. Rick Graebe stabilized to read.” Family Eyecare Associates & Outside play also encourChildren’s Vision and Learning Center ages creativity and imagina105 Crossfield Drive, Versailles myfamilyvision.com • (859) 879-3665

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July 2018 CALENDAR

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F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. 11:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Nature Hike. 1 & 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. 2-3:15 p.m. Drop-ins welcome. $14 a class or class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Just the Facts, Mom!” Childbirth Education Class. 2-6:30 p.m. Free. Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Div. of Parks & Rec: Youth Football Registration open July 1-31. For boys and girls ages 5-12. $35 per flag participant, $55 per tackle participant. Info: 288-2917. Youth Cheerleading Registration open July 1-31. $35 per participant. For boys and girls ages 5-12. Info: 288-2917. Adult Fall Softball Registration open July 1-Aug. 7. $255 per team. Info: 288-2917. Adult Co-Ed Kickball Fall League Registration open July 1-31. $125 per team. Info: 288-2918. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Recreational Soccer Registration Opens. For children U6-U12. 24 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

$50 members, $75 non-members. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org.

Series #1: Screenwriting and Story Boarding. 6-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523.

F Lexington Public Library: Northside Branch: Family Storytime. 1:30-2:30 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Drop-ins welcome. $14 a class or class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com.

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F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Jam. 10-10:30 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Babywearing Dance Party. 10:30 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Eastside Branch: Movers & Shakers storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. Village Branch: Discovery Hour. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.

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The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Breastfeeding Class. 6-8 p.m. Free. Spouses are encouraged to attend. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or www.kentuckyonehealth.org/ baby. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Pickle-Ball. 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Weekly. Free for Y members. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca. org. Div. of Parks & Rec: “I Do” Initiative. Partnerships with groups wanting to target middle school and high school youth. July 2-6 (no camp July 4), 12-8 p.m,. Williams Wells Brown Community Center. 5-9 p.m. Gainesway Community Center. Info: 288-2900. Youth Tennis Clinics Session 2. July 2-27. $50 per session. Various locations. Ages 6-15. Info: 288-2918. Kentucky Horse Park: Run/Walk Club. Familyfriendly, for all ages. Leashed dogs welcome. 5-8 p.m. Free. Info: www.kyhorsepark.com. F Jessamine County Public Library: Film

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Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Mommy & Me Yoga. 9 a.m. meets weekly. $30 members, $45 non-members. Mommy & Me Stroller Fitness & Walking group. 11 a.m. Free for members, $25 non-members. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org. F Living Arts & Science Center: Pre-K Art Day. 10-11 a.m. Class size is limited, first-come first-served. Free, donations welcomed. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Red, White and Boom.” 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 9 months to 2 years.

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July 2018 $8 general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. 10:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 2732911. Fourth of July Festivities: Great American Pie Contest and Ice Cream Social. 12 p.m. Fifth Third Bank Pavilion. Patriotic Music Concert featuring the Lexington Philharmonic. 8 p.m. Morrison Lawn, Transylvania University. Info: www.downtownlex. com Baby Moon: Labor Workshop for Couples. 7-9:30 p.m. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: New sessions of swim classes begin. See website for complete schedule. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers & Shakers storytime. 11-11:30 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. Teen Advisory Board Meeting. 6-6:30 p.m. Ages 13-18. Central Branch: Family Film: The Secret Life of Pets. 1-3 p.m. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. 11-11:30 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Discovery Hour. “Bloom: Exploring Local Flora.” 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Eastside Teen Space: Edible Slime. 6-7 p.m. Ages 13-18. Northside Branch: Camp Digital: 3D Modeling. 10 a.m.-noon. Ages 12-16. Registration required. InDesign Basics. 6-8 p.m. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Baby Jam. 10:3011 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Info: 231-5500.

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Independence Day Bluegrass 10,000 & Fun Run: Annual 10,000 meter race. 7 a.m. $35 individual, $25 per person for teams. $15 for the Fun Run. Downtown Lexington. Info: 288-2927. Fourth of July Festival: The annual Fourth of July festival features food, vendors and activities. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Parade begins at 2 p.m. Fireworks begin at 10 p.m. Downtown Lexington. Info: www. downtownlex.com. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Back to School Bike Bash. Event includes a bike rodeo, safety games, crafts, prizes and a family bike ride. 9 a.m.-noon. Free and open to the public. Pickle-Ball. 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Weekly. Free for Y members. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org. Explorium: SMASH Club “History Mysteries.” 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 2-5. $8 general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. F Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. 10 26 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. 10:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 2732911. F Div. Parks & Rec: Yoga at Raven Run. 2 p.m. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272-6105. Story Walk. 11 a.m.¬¬¬ Free. McConnell Springs. Info: 225–4073. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Closed for the holiday. F Lexington Public Library: All branches closed for the holiday.

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Carnegie Center: Flow & Grow Story Time Yoga. 10:30-11:15 a.m. weekly through July 26. For ages 4-7. $5 per family. Registration required. Imagine, Create & Move. 12-2 p.m. weekly through July 26. For ages 8-12. $5. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Fork Fireworks.” 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 2-4. $8 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. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Bubble Craft. 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. 6-7:15 p.m. Dropins welcome. $14 a class or class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com. Div. Parks & Rec: Discover Scuba. 7-11 p.m. $45 per person. Ages 13 & up. Shillito Pool. Info: 225-4073. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: New sessions of swim classes begin. See website for complete schedule. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org. F Kentucky Horse Park: Robert Murphy Hunter/Jumper Show. July 5-8. Info: 255-3422. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Young at Heart: Keep Sharp Brain Games. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Central Branch: Family Film: Kung Fu Panda 3. 1-3 p.m. Eastside Branch: Little Listeners storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. SongFarmers of Lexington. 6:308:30 p.m. Northside Branch: 3D Printing Basics. 6-8 p.m. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Discovery Hour. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Family Storytime. 2-2:45 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

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Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time. 10:30 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Pickle-Ball. 9 a.m.11:30 a.m. Weekly. Free for Y members. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org. Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Jumpin’ Jack Jamboree.” 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 2-5. $8 general admission. Parents Night Out. 6-10 p.m. Children must be potty-trained. $15 members, $18 nonmembers. Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Jurassic Quest XL- Out of Extinction: Walking dinosaurs, rides, activities, a petting zoo and more. 3-8 p.m. $18-$34. Lexington Convention Center. Info: 233-4567. Louisville Zoo: Movie Night: “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.” Field opens at 6 p.m. Movie begins at sundown. Free for zoo members, $5 for nonmembers. 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville. Info: www.louisvillezoo.org/events/. Div. of Parks & Rec: Summer Nights in Suburbia concert series. 7-9 p.m. Free. Moondance Amphitheatre. Info: 425-2349. F Kentucky Horse Park: Kentucky Dressage Association Classic & Breed Show. July 6-8. Info: 351-4137. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. For families. Snow Cone Social. 2-3 p.m. For all kids. Central Branch: Discovery Hour. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Eastside Branch: Cuddle Babies storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Tates Creek Branch: Movers & Shakers storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. Snow Cone Social. 11 a.m.noon. For all kids. Info: 231-5500.

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Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. 9-10:15 a.m. For all stages of pregnancy. No experience required. BYOB: Bring Your Own Baby Yoga. 10:30-11:20 a.m. For moms and newborns until crawling. Drop-ins welcome, class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com. Jurassic Quest XL- Out of Extinction: Walking dinosaurs, rides, activities, a petting zoo and more. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. $18-$34. Lexington Convention Center. Info: 233-4567. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Celebrating the Seasons: Sizzling Summer. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955.

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July 2018 F Div. of Parks & Rec: Volunteer Day at Raven Run. 10 a.m. Free. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272-6105. Creatures of the Night exploration program. 9 p.m. Free. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272–6105.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: The Women’s Hospital Tour. 1-2 p.m. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth. org/womenshospital-maternity-tour-registration.

Sky Zone: Toddler Time. Special jumping time for little ones. 10-11 a.m. Ages 5 & under. $12. 3644 Boston Rd. Info: 629-4455.

F Div. of Parks & Rec: Explore the Springs. 2 p.m. Free. McConnell Springs. Info: 225–4073.

Explorium: Super Saturdays, “American Flag Fun.” 11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5. Imagination Station, “Firework Face Painting.” 12:30-2 p.m. Grades K-5. General admission $8. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Beginner & Intermediate Karate. 12-week class. Intermediate class 10:15-11:15 a.m. Beginner class 11:15 a.m.12:15 p.m. $100 members, $125 non-members. Beginner Pickle-Ball. 9-10:30 a.m. weekly. Free for Y members. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org. F Jessamine County Public Library: Film Series #2: Directing & Producing. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. STEM: Table Pool/Billiards for Everyone. 2:30-4 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kid’s Corner. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. F Div. Parks & Rec: Yoga at Raven Run. 1 p.m. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272-6105. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: New sessions of swim classes begin. See website for complete schedule. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. Please Touch Pop-Up Museum- “Game On: A Celebration of Tabletop Gaming.” 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For families. Central Branch: Saturdays in the Park. Performances, interactive art and games in Phoenix Park. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Snow Cone Social. 11 a.m.-noon. For all kids. Eastside Branch: Snow Cone Social. 2-3 p.m. For all kids. Tates Creek Branch: Family Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

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Jurassic Quest XL- Out of Extinction: Walking dinosaurs, rides, activities, a petting zoo and more. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. $18-$34. Lexington Convention Center. Info: 233-4567. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See July 1. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Nature Hike. See July 1. 28 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 1. Childbirth Express Education Class. 4-8 p.m. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com.

p.m. Free. Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. Registration required. Info: www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Baptist Health Lexington: Maternity Unit Tours. 6:30 & 7:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. F Kentucky Horse Park: 82nd Annual Junior League of Lexington Charity Horse Show. July 9-14. Info: 252-8014.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Random Fandom: Harry Potter. 2-4 p.m. Cake, a photo booth, and a make-your-own wand station. Costumes encouraged. Registration required. Northside Branch: Family Storytime. See July 1. Info: 231-5500.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Jam. See July 2. Hands-on History: Shaker Life. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Grades K-5. Registration required. Central Teen Space: Tabletop Games. 3-4:30 p.m. Ages 13-18. Eastside Branch: Movers & Shakers storytime. See July 2. Hands-on History: Shaker Life. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Registration required. Northside Branch: Snow Cone Social. 11 a.m.-noon. For all kids. Village Branch: Snow Cone Social. 2-3 p.m. For all kids. Info: 231-5500.

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Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music “Ocean Creatures/Reggae Island.” Toddlers session: 9-9:45 a.m. or 10-10:45 a.m. weekly through July 30. Ages 1-3. Preschoolers session: 11-11:45 a.m. weekly through July 30. Ages 28 months- 4 years. Babies session: 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 4-12 months. Registration required. Prenatal Yoga. See July 2. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com. F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Storytime. 10:30-11:15 a.m. Make & Take Throw Pillow. 1-3:30 p.m. Teen STEAM Academy: Open Studio Art Showcase. 6:30-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. Div. of Parks & Rec: “I Do” Initiative. Partnerships with groups wanting to target middle school and high school youth. July 9-13, 12-8 p.m,. Williams Wells Brown Community Center. 5-9 p.m. Gainesway Community Center. Info: 288-2900. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: “I Survived” Camp. Write your own story based on the “I Survived” series. 1 p.m. Ages 8-12. $5. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. F Kentucky Horse Park: Run/Walk Club. See July 2. F Ashland Avenue Baptist: Vacation Bible School: Polar Expedition. Songs, skits, crafts and more. 6-8:30 p.m. July 9-13. For ages 3-5th grade. Free. 483 W. Reynolds Rd. Info: kids@ashlandlex. org. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 2-Week Childbirth Education Class. 6-9

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Baptist Health Lexington: Safe Sitter babysitting course. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For ages 11-14. $85. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness Center, 161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 260-6357. Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music “Ocean Creatures/Reggae Island.” Preschoolers session: 9:30-10:15 a.m. weekly through July 31. Ages 28 months- 4 years. Toddlers session: 10:30-11:15 a.m. weekly through July 31. Ages 1-3.Babies session: 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. weekly through July 31. Ages 4-12 months. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Nautical Numbers.” See July 3. F Living Arts & Science Center: Pre-K Art Day. See July 3. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 3. F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Family Program: Wild World of Animals. 10:3011:30 a.m. and 7-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. Alzheimer’s Association: Diet & Alzheimer’s: How We Can Reduce Our Risk. Phone program. 1-2 p.m. Registration required. Info: (800) 272-3900. Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays. Tea served by period-dressed interpreters and a tour of the Mansion. 2 p.m. $30 per person. Reservations required. 225 Waveland Museum Lane. Info: 272-3611. F Div. of Parks & Rec: History to Chew On. 6-8 p.m. Free. McConnell Springs. Info: 225–4073. Big Band & Jazz. 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Ecton Park. Info: 288–2927.

July 2018 F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers & Shakers. See July 3. Central Branch: Family Film: Sing. 1-3 p.m. “Quick! Let’s Improvise” for Teens & Tweens. 11 a.m.-noon. For middle and high schoolers. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 3. Discovery Hour: “Bounce: Basketball Madness.” 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Northside Branch: Camp Digital: Twitch Streaming. 10 a.m.-noon. Ages 12-16. Registration required. Camp Digital: Minecraft Mania. 2-4 p.m. July 10-12. Ages 12-17. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Baby Jam. See July 3. Village Branch: Hands-On History: Shaker Life. 11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

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F Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See July 4. F Jessamine County Public Library: Walk Around Kentucky: Arboretum. 10 a.m.-noon. KHEAA It’s Money, Baby. 2-3 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. Explorium: SMASH Club “Fantastic Fives.” See July 4. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Opiate Recovery and Your Baby. A class with a strong emphasis of support and Subutex education. 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. 4-Week Childbirth Education Class. 6-9 p.m. Free. Recommended for 28-30 weeks gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 4. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Science Experiment. 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. Div. of Parks & Rec: Wet & Wild Wednesdays. Games, prizes and trivia. 12-4 p.m. Included with pool admission. Castlewood Aquatic Center. Info: 288-2973. F Div. Parks & Rec: Yoga at Raven Run. See July 4. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: New sessions of swim classes begin. See website for complete schedule. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners storytime. 11-11:30 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. Discovery Hour. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Hands-on History: Shaker Life. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Grades K-5. Registration required. Central Branch: Movers & Shakers story time. 10-11 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. Eastside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Teen Space: Virtual Reality. 6-7 p.m. Ages 13-18. Registration required. Northside Branch: Camp Digital: Build Your Own Electronics. 6-8 p.m. Ages 12-17. Registration required. Discovery Hour: Spelunk. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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July 2018 Grades K-5. Tates Creek Branch: Little Listeners storytime. 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 18-36 months. Village Branch: Teen Space. Games, crafts, book chat and more. 3-4 p.m. Ages 13-18. Info: 231-5500.

Dr., Second Floor. NICU Parent Support. Info to help encourage and educate families during the NICU hospitalization of babies. 6:45-7:45 p.m. Free. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr. 3rd floor. Info: 9672229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/ baby.

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Lexington Theatre Company: presents “The Music Man.” 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Lexington Opera House. Info: 233-4567.

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F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See July 5. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Water Craft. See July 5. Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Sunny Sunglasses.” See July 5. F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Teen Program: Henna Art. 2-5 p.m. Writers Workshop. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Summer Splash. Cookout, games and music. 6-8 p.m. Free for members, $4 adults, $3 for children. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 5. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Baby Steps, a class to help parents feel more secure taking care of a newborn. 6-9:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Infant CPR class. 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Registration required, space is limited. Recommended for third trimester. Saint Joseph Office Building, 160 N. Eagle Creek

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies. See July 5. Central Branch: Family Film: Finding Dory. 1-3 p.m. Family Bluegrass Jamboree. 6:30-7:30 p.m. For all ages. Eastside Branch: Little Listeners. See July 5. Family Bluegrass Jamboree. 2:30-3:30 p.m. For all ages. Northside Branch: Family Bluegrass Jamboree. 11 a.m.-noon. For all ages. Camp Digital: Game Development Introduction Using Unity. 6-8 p.m. Ages 12-17. Registration required. iMovie Basics. 6-8 p.m. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 5. Discovery Hour. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Family Storytime. 2 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.

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BreyerFest: A family-fun day to celebrate horses and the model horse community. Workshops, pony rides, seminars, Marketplace, horse shows and more. July 13-15. Single-day or three-day passes

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he YMCA of Central Kentucky is aiming to help 6,000 Fayette County school children this school year with Operation Backpack. Donations of new, full-sized backpacks will be accepted starting July 1 so students can start the school year ready to succeed. The YMCA will fill the backpacks with school supplies and distribute them at the Back-to-School Rallies on Saturday, Aug. 4. To make a donation, purchase a backpack, include a note of encouragement inside and drop it off at any of the four Lexington YMCA locations by Monday, July 23: Beaumont YMCA: 3251 Beaumont Centre Circle High Street YMCA: 239 E. High St. North Lexington YMCA: 381 W. Loudon Ave. Whitaker Family YMCA: 2681 Old Rosebud Road Any organization interested in collecting backpacks can contact the YMCA and set up a time to have backpacks picked up. Info and for additional drop-off sites, call 367-7333 or visit www.ymcacky.org. Y 30 | www.lexingtonfamily.com

available. Kentucky Horse Park. Info: www. breyerhorses.com. Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music “Ocean Creatures.” Toddlers session: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Ages 12-28 months. Preschoolers session: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages 28 months- 4 years. Babies session: 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 4-12 months. PRETENDergartners session: 12:301:15 p.m. Ages 4-6. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Simon Says.” See July 6. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time. See July 6. F Jessamine County Public Library: One-to-One Job Search Assistance. 10:30-11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Escape Games: Children’s Edition. 10:30-11:15 a.m. and 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Escape Games: Adults and Teens Edition. 2-2:45 p.m. and 3:15-4 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. Div. of Parks & Rec: “I Do” Initiative. Partnerships with groups wanting to target middle school and high youth. July 13, 20 & 27. 7-11 p.m. Dunbar Community Center. Info: 288-2900. Men’s City Championship & Men’s City Net Division. $80 for Men’s City Championship. $70 for Men’s City Net Division. Various Locations. Info: 288–2969. Lexington Theatre Company: presents “The Music Man.” 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Lexington Opera House. Info: 233-4567. F Kentucky Horse Park: Champagne Run at the Park Horse Trials. July 13-15. Info: 621-2478. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 6. Family Bluegrass Jamboree. 2:30-3:30 p.m. For all ages. Central Branch: Discovery Hour. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Eastside Branch: Cuddle Babies. See July 6. Northside Branch: HandsOn History: Shaker Life. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Movers & Shakers. See July 6. Family Bluegrass Jamboree. 11 a.m.-noon. For all ages. Teen & Tween Space: Escape From the Library. 3-4 p.m. Ages 12-18. Registration required. Info: 231-5500.

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Baptist Health: Pediatric CPR. 9 a.m.-noon. $30 per person, $50 per couple, $15 for each additional registrant. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. F Div. of Parks & Rec: Outdoor Skills Class. 9 a.m. Free. McConnell Springs. Info: 225-4073. Stargazing. 9 p.m. Free. Raven Run Nature

July 2018 Sanctuary. Info: 272-6105. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. See July 7. BYOB: Bring Your Own Baby Yoga. See July 7. Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Five Minute Ice Cream.” See July 7. Imagination Station, “Ocean Slime.” See July 7. F Jessamine County Public Library: Watercolor Painting Workshop: Part 1. 10 a.m.noon. Intro to JCPL Creative Space. 12-12:45 p.m. Felting Workshop. 1-3 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Sibling Class. 10 a.m.-noon. Recommended for ages 3-6. Free. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Just the Facts, Mom!” Childbirth Education Class. 1:30-6 p.m. Free. Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Sky Zone: Toddler Time. See July 7. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow it Saturday. 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kid’s Corner: Lexington Children’s Theatre presents “Roald Dahl’s Matilda.” 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. F The Nest Family Fun Day: A free family fun day featuring games, food, bubbles, a petting zoo, Lego building, an obstacle course and more. 1-4 p.m. Duncan Park. Info: 259-1974. F Div. Parks & Rec: Yoga at Raven Run. See July 7. Lexington Theatre Company: presents “The Music Man.” 2 & 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Lexington Opera House. Info: 233-4567. Allegro Dance Project: “Come Fourth.” Contemporary dance works featuring live music and a variety of circus and aerial arts. 3 & 7 p.m. $15-$20. Lyric Theatre, 300 E. Third St. Info: www.allegrodanceproject.org. Central Kentucky Second Saturday Divorce Workshop: Addressing legal, financial, family and personal issues of divorce. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Keller Williams Greater Lexington, 2700 Rosebud Rd. Info: 552-8902. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See July 7. Central Branch: Saturdays in the Park. See July 7. Tates Creek Branch: Family Storytime. See July 7. Hands-on History: Shaker Life. 11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5. Registration required. Info: 2315500.

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F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See July 1. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Nature Hike. See July 1. Waveland Museum: Vintage Baseball at Waveland. $5 adults, $2 ages 7-12. 1 p.m. 225 Waveland Museum Lane. Info: 272-3611. Lexington Theatre Company: presents “The Music Man.” 1 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Lexington Opera House. Info: 233-4567. Div. of Parks & Rec: Super Sunday. 2 p.m. Free. Douglass Park. Info: 288–2955. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 1. Candy Mountain Music “Ocean Creatures.” Toddlers session: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Ages 1-3. Preschoolers session: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages 28 months- 4 years. Babies session: 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 4-12 months. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com. Baptist Health Lexington: Maternity Unit Tours. 4 & 5 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. F Kentucky Horse Park: BreyerFest 5K. 8-10 a.m. Info: www. runsignup.com/Race/KY/Lexington/ Breyerfest5KRunWalk. F Lexington Public Library: Northside Branch: Family Storytime. See July 1. Info: 231-5500.

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F Carnegie Center: Reading to Dogs. 3:30-4 p.m. Grades K-2. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. F Kentucky Horse Park: Run/Walk Club. See July 2. F Jessamine County Public Library: Film Series #3: Cinematography: 6-8 p.m. Walk Around Kentucky: McConnell Springs Park in Lexington: 10 a.m.-noon. Summer Storytime: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Wire and Bead Bracelet Workshop: 4-6 p.m. Read, Talk, Make: 6:30-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 8863523. Div. of Parks & Rec: “I Do” Initiative. Partnerships with groups wanting to target middle school and high school youth. July 16-20, 12-8 p.m,. Williams Wells Brown Community Center. 5-9 p.m. Gainesway Community Center. Info: 288-2900. Baptist Health: Great Expectations. 3-week childbirth education class. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info:

260-6357. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 2. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Jam. See July 2. Babywearing Dance Party. 10:30 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Camp Digital: Mobile Game Development Using Unity. 1-5 p.m. July 16-20. Ages 12-17. Registration required. Eastside Branch: Movers & Shakers storytime. See July 2. Village Branch: Discovery Hour. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.

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F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 3. F Living Arts & Science Center: Pre-K Art Day. See July 3. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Foamy Fun.” See July 3. F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Family Program: Gene Cordova-Ventriloquist. 10:3011:30 a.m. and 7-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. 10.

Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays. See July

Baptist Health: Pediatric CPR. 6:15-9 p.m. $30 per person, $50 per couple, $15 for each additional registrant. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Div. of Parks & Rec: Big Band & Jazz. See July 10. Baby Moon: MaterniTea. A free informal session for women and partners, pre-conception through pregnancy. 6:30-7:45 p.m. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers & Shakers. See July 3. Central Branch: Family Film: The Peanuts Movie. 1-3 p.m. Camp Digital: Movie Maker. 10 a.m.-noon. Ages 12-16. Registration required. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 3. Tates Creek Branch: Baby Jam. See July 3. Info: 231-5500.

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F Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See July 4. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 4. Tie Dye Camp. 11 a.m. For all ages. $8. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Explorium: SMASH Club “Ice Painting.” See July 4. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Science Experiment. See July 11.

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July 2018 F Div. Parks & Rec: Yoga at Raven Run. See July 4. F Jessamine County Public Library: Flamenco Louisville. 6-7:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners. See July 11. Discovery Hour. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Central Branch: Movers & Shakers. See July 11. Eastside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 11. Northside Branch: Discovery Hour: Saddle Up. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Grades K-5. Tates Creek Branch: Little Listeners. See July 11. Village Branch: Village Teen Space. 3-4 p.m. Ages 13-18. Info: 231-5500.

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Baptist Health Lexington: Safe Sitter babysitting course. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For ages 11-14. $85. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness Center, 161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 260-6357. Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Tie-Dye Flowers.” See July 5. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See July 5. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Watercolor Craft. See July 5. Alzheimer’s Association: Dementia vs. Alezheimer’s: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters. Webinar. 11 a.m.-noon or 2-3 p.m. Registration required at www.ALZwebinars.org. Info: (800) 272-3900. F Jessamine County Public Library: Lunch & Learn. 12-1 p.m. Summer Teen Program: Harry Potter Bash. 6-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 2-Week Childbirth Education Class. 6-9 p.m. Free. Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. Registration required. Info: www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 5. Lexington Children’s Theatre: 17th Annual Summer Family Musical: “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.” 7:30 p.m. $25 adults, $20 children. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies. See July 5. Central Branch: Family Film: Stuart Little. 1-3 p.m. Eastside Branch: Little Listeners. See July 5. Northside Branch: Northside Family Movie: “Paddington 2.” 1:30-3:30 p.m. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 5. Discovery Hour. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Village Branch: Family Storytime. 2 p.m. Info: 231-5500.

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Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time. See July 6. Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Freeze Dance Party.” See July 6. Parents Night Out. 6-10 p.m. Children must be potty-trained. $15 members, $18 nonmembers. Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. F Jessamine County Public Library: One-toOne Job Search Assistance. 10:30-11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523.

Night. Kids activities, giveaways and a meet-andgreet with resident equine star, Odd Job Bob. 5-8 p.m. $5 per car load. Info: 281-7989. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Weekend Childbirth Education Class. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Drive, First Floor. Info: www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. F Jessamine County Public Library: Watercolor Painting Workshop: Part 2. 10 a.m.-noon. All Around the World: Art and Culture. 1-1:45 p.m. Jessamine Movie Spectacular: Coco. 7:30-11 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523.

F Living Arts & Science Center: Rules & Play Gallery Hop Reception. 5-8 p.m. Free. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222.

Sky Zone: Toddler Time. See July 7.

Lexington Children’s Theatre: 17th Annual Summer Family Musical: “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.” 7:30 p.m. $25 adults, $20 children. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546.

F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kid’s Corner. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. Kid’s Comedy Open Mic. 2 p.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 6. Beaumont Teen Night: Game Night. 5:45-8 p.m. For ages 13-18. Registration required. Eastside Branch: Cuddle Babies. See July 6. Northside Branch: Teen Night: Laser Tag. 5:45-8 p.m. Ages 13-18. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Movers & Shakers. See July 6. Info: 231-5500.

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Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. See July 7. BYOB: Bring Your Own Baby Yoga. See July 7. F Div. of Parks & Rec: Junior Naturalist – “What’s a Wetland?” 10 a.m. Free. McConnell Springs. Info: 225–4073. Scout Skills. 10 a.m. Free. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272–6105. Dive-In Movie Night. 8-11 p.m. $1 for adults. Free for children. Shillito Pool. Info: 288-2973. Stargazing. 9 p.m. Free. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272–6105. Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Backyard Bonanza.” See July 7. Imagination Station, “Cheerio Bird Feeder.” See July 7. Countdown to Kindergarten Event. Free admission for children wearing their C2K shirt. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Lexington Children’s Theatre: 17th Annual Summer Family Musical: “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.” 2 p.m. $25 adults, $20 children. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. Kentucky Horse Park: Big Red 5K/10K. 8 a.m. $25 for 5K, $35 for 10K, and $15 for children ages 7-12. Race fee includes a one-day pass to the Horse Park. Registration required. Info: www. kyhorsepark.com. 40th Anniversary Family Fun

Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow it Saturday. See July 14.

F Div. Parks & Rec: Yoga at Raven Run. See July 7. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See July 7. Central Branch: Saturdays in the Park. See July 7. Eastside Branch: Please Touch Pop-Up Museum: “Woofs & Wags: All Things Canine.” 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tates Creek Branch: Family Storytime. See July 7. Info: 231-5500.

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F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See July 1. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Nature Hike. See July 1. Lexington Children’s Theatre: 17th Annual Summer Family Musical: “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.” 2 & 7 p.m. $25 adults, $20 children. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 1. Baptist Health Lexington: New Brother/New Sister Sibling Class. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Ages 3-8. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. F Lexington Public Library: Northside Branch: Family Storytime. See July 1. Info: 231-5500.

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F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Learning Book Store. 1-9 p.m. Film Series #4: Green/Blue Screen. 6-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. Alzheimer’s Association: The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease. 2-3 p.m. Registration required. Madison County Extension

July 2018 Office, 230 Duncan Lane, Richmond. Info: (800) 272-3900.

family caregivers, no professionals. Registration required. 2808 Palumbo Dr. Info: (800) 272-3900.

Kentucky Horse Park: Ky. Summer Horse Show. July 25-29. Info: www.kentuckyhorseshows.com.

Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 2.

F Carnegie Center: Reading to Dogs. See July 16.

F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners. See July 11. Camp Digital: Build Your Own Electronics. 6-8 p.m. Ages 12-17. Registration required. Central Branch: Movers & Shakers. See July 11. Summer WrapUp Party. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For families. Eastside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 11. Teen Rolling Video Games. 6-8:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Tates Creek Branch: Little Listeners. See July 11. Village Branch: Village Teen Space. 3-4 p.m. Ages 13-18. Info: 231-5500.

Div. of Parks & Rec: “I Do” Initiative. Partnerships with groups wanting to target middle school and high school youth. July 23-27, 5-9 p.m. Gainesway Community Center. Info: 288-2900. S.T. Roach Basketball & Cheerleading Clinic. Free. Dunbar Community Center. Info: 288–2955. F Kentucky Horse Park: Run/Walk Club. See July 2. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Baby Steps, a class to help parents feel more secure taking care of a newborn. 6-9:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Recommended for third trimester. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/ baby. Baptist Health Lexington: Maternity Unit Tours. 6:30 & 7:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Div. of Parks & Rec: “I Do” Initiative. Partnerships with groups wanting to target middle school and high school youth. July 24-28, 12-8 p.m,. Williams Wells Brown Community Center. Info: 288-2900. Big Band & Jazz. See July 10. Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays. See July 10. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers & Shakers. See July 3. Camp Digital: LEGO Animator. 10 a.m.-noon. Ages 12-16. Registration required. Kentucky Wilderness Show. 2-3 p.m. For families. Camp Digital: Minecraft Mania. 2-4 p.m. July 24-26. Ages 12-17. Registration required. Central Branch: Family Film: Despicable Me 3. 1-3 p.m. Teen Rolling Video Games @ Central. 6:30-8 p.m. Grades 6-12. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 3. Northside Branch: Kentucky Wilderness Show. 10-11 a.m. For families. Tates Creek Branch: Baby Jam. See July 3. Info: 231-5500.

F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Jam. See July 2. Kentucky Wilderness Show. 10-11 a.m. For families. Central Teen Space: Less Stress. 3-4:30 p.m. Ages 13-18. Registration recommended. Eastside Branch: Movers & Shakers storytime. See July 2. Kentucky Wilderness Show. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Northside Branch: Teen Rolling Video Games. 6-8:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Tates Creek Branch: Teen Rolling Video Games. 2-4:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Village Branch: Kentucky Wilderness Show. 2-3 p.m. Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.

FCPS: School Registration window open. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: www.fcps.net/registration.

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F Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See July 4.

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FCPS: School Registration window open. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: www.fcps.net/registration. Baptist Health Lexington: Safe Sitter babysitting course. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For ages 11-14. $85. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness Center, 161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 260-6357. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Play Dough Party.” See July 3. F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Learning Book Store. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Intro to JCPL Creative Space. 5:30-6:15 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. F Living Arts & Science Center: Pre-K Art Day. See July 3. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 3. Alzheimer’s Association: Effective Communication Strategies. 11 a.m.-noon. For

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F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Learning Book Store. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Books & Bites. 3-4 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. Explorium: SMASH Club “Elephant Toothpaste.” See July 4.

F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 4. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Science Experiment. See July 11. Alzheimer’s Association: Over and Over: How to Deal with Repetitive Actions and Questions in People with Dementia. Webinar. 11 a.m.-noon and 2-3 p.m. Registration required at www. ALZwebinars.org. Info: (800) 272-3900. Div. of Parks & Rec: Wet & Wild Wednesdays. Games, prizes and trivia. 12-4 p.m. Included with pool admission. Southland Aquatic Center. Info: 288-2973. Yoga at Raven Run. See July 4. Paris-Bourbon County YMCA: Relatives As Parents support group. For relatives raising the children of relatives. 6 p.m. Dinner served and free childcare provided. 917 Main St., Paris. Info: www. parisbourbonymca.org.

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FCPS: School Registration window open. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: www.fcps.net/registration. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See July 5. Harry Potter: Dragons 101 Camp. Noon. Ages 8-12. $8. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Silly Spoons.” See July 5. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Water Craft. See July 5. F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Learning Book Store: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Film Series #5: iMovie Editing: 6-8 p.m. Veg-Out: 6-7:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Infant CPR class. 6-8:30 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. Baby Moon: The Pump & Grind: Breastfeeding Class. Pumping and getting back to work. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration required. Prenatal Yoga. See July 5. 2891 Richmond Road. Info: www. babymoonlex.com. Lexington Children’s Theatre: 17th Annual Summer Family Musical: “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.” 7:30 p.m. $25 adults, $20 children. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies. See July 5. Camp Digital: Game Development Introduction Using Unity. 6-8 p.m. Ages 12-17. Registration required. Teen Rolling Video Games. 6-8:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Central Branch: Family Film: Monsters University. 1-3 p.m. Eastside Branch: Little Listeners. See July 5. Summer Wrap-Up Party. 2-3 p.m. For families. Northside Branch: Summer Wrap-Up Party. 2-3

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Home Run Was Sweet Music for Devon Hart

Devon Hart SCHOOL: Lafayette High GRADE: 12 SPORT: Baseball ACADEMICS: Devon has a 4.41 weighted GPA, scored 27 on the ACT, took three A.P. classes and played violin in the SCAPA program. PARENTS: Marnice & David

hen pitcher Devon Hart finally got his first varsity at-bat -- in his next-to-last game at Lafayette High – his appearance raised an interesting question: Why wasn’t this guy batting more often? In the Regional semifinals against Model, Devon smacked a fastball deep over the left-center field fence for a three-run homer in a 22-0 win. He finished his Lafayette career with a perfect batting line: 1.000 batting average and 4.000 slugging percentage. “Oh man, it was crazy,” Devon said about the home run. “I felt like I was on top of the world.” But it’s not his bat that he is taking to Transylvania University – it’s his pitching arm. Devon, a 6-foot-4, 180-pound right-hander, blossomed as a senior for Lafayette, posting a 6-0 record with a 2.23 ERA and 49 strikeouts in 40 innings. He had 10 starts and the Generals were 9-1 in those games. That’s one of the reasons Lafayette won the district title for an unprecedented fourth straight season. Devon played on the varsity for three of those years, balancing the demands of baseball with his work as a classical violinist in the SCAPA program. Devon, 18, started both baseball and violin at the age of 4 and will continue both pursuits at Transylvania on a music scholarship. A member of the National Honor Society, he graduated with a 4.41 weighted

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GPA, scored 27 on the ACT and took three A.P. classes. He also performed countless times with the school orchestra and throughout the community with the SCAPA program. As a soloist and with small ensembles, he performed at churches, V.A. hospitals, the Lexington Cemetery and at public events like the annual downtown Christmas tree lighting. He also competed in Ky. Music Education Assn. events, earning distinguished recognition for seven straight years. He played in the Festival of Strings and National Federation of Music events but considers his top accomplishment qualifying for SCAPA. In his senior class, only six students in orchestra graduated with a SCAPA degree as well as a Lafayette diploma. At Transylvania, he will perform in the chamber orchestra, no doubt playing works from his favorite composers – Mozart, Beethoven and Brahms. Devon is also an avid student of history but will major in accounting and minor in music at Transy. “Music and baseball use two different sides of your brain and Devon does a good job of meshing them together,” his father David said. “I was amazed at how he managed his time, doing homework whenever he had a free moment.” Said his mother Marnice: “Devon has great conviction. He sets high standards for himself and does whatever is necessary to reach those standards.” Y

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July 2018 p.m. For all kids. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 5. Teen & Tween Space: Morse Code Jewelry. 6-7 p.m. Ages 10-18. Registration required. Village Branch: Family Storytime. 2 p.m. Info: 231-5500.

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FCPS: School Registration window open. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: www.fcps.net/registration. Baby Moon: Candy Mountain Music “Reggae Island.” Toddlers session: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Ages 1228 months. Preschoolers session: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages 28 months- 4 years. Babies session: 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 4-12 months. PRETENDergartners session: 12:30-1:15 p.m. Ages 4-6. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www. babymoonlex.com. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time. See July 6. Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Limbo.” See July 6. F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Learning Book Store: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. One-to-One Job Search Assistance. 10:30-11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Teen Summer Learning Finale. 2-5 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 8863523. Lexington Children’s Theatre: 17th Annual Summer Family Musical: “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.” 7:30 p.m. $25 adults, $20 children. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See July 6. Eastside Branch: Cuddle Babies. See July 6. Tates Creek Branch: Movers & Shakers. See July 6. Village Branch: Teen Rolling Video Games. 2-4:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Info: 231-5500.

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The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Just the Facts, Mom!” Childbirth Education Class in Spanish. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Recommended for 32-34 weeks gestation. Registration required. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr., First Floor. Info: 967-2229 or register at www.kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga class. See July 7. BYOB: Bring Your Own Baby Yoga. See July 7. Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Kinetic Sand Castles.” See July 7. Imagination Station, “Jellyfish Jam.” See July 7. F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Learning Book Store: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. F Div. of Parks & Rec: Weekend Workout. 10

a.m. Free. McConnell Springs. Info: 225–4073. Little Explorers – “Insect Search.” 10 a.m. Free. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Info: 272–6105. Yoga at Raven Run. See July 7. Living Arts & Science Center: 1960’s Discovery Saturday & Family Workshops.. Workshops, gallery exhibits and planetarium shows. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $4 general admission, workshops additional fee. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Sow it Saturday. See July 14. Sky Zone: Toddler Time. See July 7. Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Roald Dahl’s Breakfast with Matilda. 8:30 a.m. Tickets are $20. Kid’s Corner. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. Kid’s Comedy Open Mic. 2 p.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org. Lexington Children’s Theatre: 17th Annual Summer Family Musical: “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.” 2 p.m. $25 adults, $20 children. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. Kentucky Horse Park: Downunder Horsemanship2018 Walkabout Tour. July 28 & 29. Info: www. downunderhorsemanship.com. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See July 7. Central Branch: Saturdays in the Park. See July 7. Northside Branch: 3D Printing Basics. 10 a.m.-noon. Registration required. Tates Creek Branch: Family Storytime. See July 7. Info: 231-5500.

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F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See July 1. Ky. Children’s Garden: Nature Hike. See July 1. F Jessamine County Public Library: Summer Learning Book Store: 1-5 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 1. Candy Mountain Music “Reggae Island.” Toddlers session: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Ages 1-3. Preschoolers session: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages 28 months- 4 years. Babies session: 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 4-12 months. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Lexington Children’s Theatre: 17th Annual Summer Family Musical: “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.” 2 p.m. $25 adults, $20 children. LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. Div. of Parks & Rec: Story Walk. 2 p.m. Free. McConnell Springs. Info: 225–4073. F Carnegie Center: Family Fun & Learning Night: Back to School Bash. Backpacks and school

supplies will be distributed to kids pre-registered. 5-7 p.m. For Grades K-12. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Baptist Health Lexington: Maternity Unit Tours. 4 & 5 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. F Lexington Public Library: Northside Branch: Family Storytime. See July 1. Info: 231-5500.

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FCPS: School Registration window open. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: www.fcps.net/registration. F The Garden Club of Kentucky: Kids Day. 9 a.m. For ages 6-12 and a parent. Free. 616 Pleasant St., Paris. Info: (859) 559-8848. F Carnegie Center: Reading to Dogs. See July 16. F Kentucky Horse Park: Run/Walk Club. See July 2. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See July 2. F Jessamine County Public Library: Film Series #6. 6-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Info: (859) 886-3523. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Jam. See July 2. Babywearing Dance Party. 10:30 a.m. Ages 18 months & under. Eastside Branch: Movers & Shakers storytime. See July 2. Info: 231-5500.

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FCPS: School Registration window open. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: www.fcps.net/registration. Baptist Health Lexington: Safe Sitter babysitting course. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For ages 11-14. $85. Registration required. HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness Center, 161 Lexington Green Circle. Info: 260-6357. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Tape Art.” See July 3 F Living Arts & Science Center: Pre-K Art Day. See July 3. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See July 3. Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays. See July 10. Paris. Info: www.parisbourbonymca.org. Kentucky Horse Park: Kentucky Summer Classic Kentucky Horse Show. July 31-Aug. 5. Info: www. kentuckyhorseshows.com. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers & Shakers. See July 3. Central Branch: Family Film: Inside Out. 1-3 p.m. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See July 3. Tates Creek Branch: Baby Jam. See July 3. Village Branch: Summer WrapUp Party. 2-4 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500. Y July 2018

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