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Letter From Katie
October 2018 Vol. 22 Issue 10
How Can I Keep Vacation Mom Alive?
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e are back in the grind of the school year and my three kids and I are still working on our daily routine. Our family has two working parents, so structure is necessary. Alarm clocks are set and a giant bulletin board holds a monthly calendar. Keeping order during the school year isn’t exactly easy, nor does it make my kids like me very much. I realize how much I miss Vacation Mom. My kids love Vacation Mom. Vacation Mom doesn’t care if you get dressed at all that day. Vacation Mom serves PB&J for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Vacation Mom takes naps with the kids. But Real-Life Mom? She has schedules to keep, chores to finish
and meals to plan. I know that I can’t be Vacation Mom year-round. Being late to school has consequences. Naps are nice, but not as easy to take with a To-Do list growing longer each minute. While I cannot be Vacation Mom 365 days a year, I am trying to bring pieces of her back to life. I can say “no” to over-scheduling, so we have more free time. I can say “yes” when my kids want wear pajamas all day on Saturdays. I can cut myself some slack on meal planning and order a pizza. We can’t live every day like we are on vacation. But I think we all will be less stressed if every so often, we just put on our flip-flops and order the pizza. Y
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Out and About
Bluegrass Youth Ballet performance, LASC Day of the Dead, Museum Go Round and Walk to Remember.
Keeping Kids Active
How to cultivate a healthy lifestyle for kids who don’t enjoy playing team sports.
Halloween Happenings
Find local events for tricks, treats and all sorts of spooky Halloween fun for families.
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Private School Open Houses
Learn about private school opportunities at one of the many open houses this month.
Birthday Party Guide
Check out our list of local places that can help make your child’s birthday a hit.
in every issue 4 Baby Bump 6 Positive Parenting 24 Dr. Ison
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26 Dr. Graebe 42 KU’s Scholar Athlete 43 Asbury’s Educator of Month
On the cover: Harlem, age 1, is the daughter of Crystal Allen and Darnell Wooden of Lexington.
Photo by Robin Allen Photography
GIVEAWAYS 2018
‘Alebrijes’ Ballet Enter to win a family 4-pack of tickets to the Bluegrass Youth Ballet performance of “Alebrijes: Pedro’s Magical Spirit Creatures,” based on the true story of the origin of beloved Mexican folk art, alebrijes. Show dates are Oct. 12 & 13.
register online @ LexingtonFamily.com To register visit lexingtonfamily.com or call 223-1765. The deadline for the ballet tickets is Oct. 10. The deadline for the other giveaways is Oct. 17. Identify which advertisement has the icon of the smiling woman’s face pictured here.
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‘Ghosts of Pineville’ Lexington Children’s Theatre presents “The Ghosts of Pineville” on Oct. 20 & 21. Lexington Family has a Family-4-pack of tickets to give away to this show where a small town adventure turns into a supernatural standoff.
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'Alebrijes' at BG Youth Ballet
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he Bluegrass Youth Ballet kicks off its 15th anniversary season with “Alebrijes: Pedro’s Magical Spirit Creatures.” This one-hour performance is based on the true story of Pedro Linares, a Mexican piñata maker. While on his death bed, Linares dreamed that elements of the earth transformed into colorful, strange creatures. After a miraculous recovery, Linares created the form of beloved Mexican folk art known as Alebrijes. The show will take place at the Lexington Opera House on Friday, Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. Tickets start at $18. Info: (859) 271-4472.
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LASC Day of the Dead
he Living Arts & Science Center will host the 12th annual Day of the Dead Festival on Thursdfay, Nov. 1 to celebrate the rich traditions of the holiday. This family-friendly event, from 5 to 9 p.m., includes handson crafts such as decorating sugar skulls, tin ornaments and traditional headdresses; a community altar for photographs of loved ones; traditional music, dance and food; art exhibitions; and a candlelight parade from the LASC to the Old Episcopal Burying Ground at the corner of E. 3rd Street and Elm Tree Lane. Activities take place 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd., rain or shine. A donation of $2 per person is suggested, sugar skulls are $2 each. Info: (859) 252-5222 or www.laslex.org.
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Walk to Remember
aptist Health Lexington will host “Walk to Remember” on Sunday, Oct. 14 as part of National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month to remember babies lost to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth and neonatal death. Activities at this free event include a welcoming address, a one-mile walk, poetry reading, recognition of infants and an opportunity for parents to share. Registration is at 1:30 p.m. and the walk begins at 2 p.m at the Lexington Cemetery, 833 West Main St. RSVP to 639-6904 or dmueller@bhsi.com by Monday, Oct. 8.
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ead downtown to Triangle Park on Saturday, Oct. 6 for the annual Museum Go Round, a free family-fun day hosted by the Explorium of Lexington. This free event is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with fun for all ages. Explore gadgets, celebrate the Explorium’s 27th anniversary, enjoy hands-on science and art projects and more. The Artist Alley features youth artists and their creations. Artists under the age of 18 can rent a booth to sell their art at the Museum Go Round. To reserve a booth visit www.explorium.com or call 258-3253 ext. 14. Y 4 | www.lexingtonfamily.com
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October at BabyBumpLexington.com Remembrance Month: October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Our resource list has local and online support options for families coping with the loss of a baby or preparing for a baby after a loss. Prenatal Treats: We’ve got a food guide of how to get your sweets fix while eating well for mom and baby. Book Review: “Corduroy Takes a Bow” is a new installment of adventures for the beloved toy bear, Corduroy.
Who Said It?
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“Great Endings Start with Great Beginnings.”
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LCT to stage Keeping Kids Active Without Team Sports
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hildren’s sports teams are popular. Soccer, baseball, football, basketball, lacrosse, cheerleading, gymnastics, track… the list goes on. When children are young, it is nice to offer them a chance to sample sports in a noncompetitive way.
They may find a sport they really like or have a natural aptitude for. Children who enjoy team sports and are ready for the social and physical challenges will more easily transition to organized teams. But what if they don’t? Not everyone enjoys playing sports and competing. How can your child build and maintain good health through physical activity in other ways? Create a family culture of health and fitness. t Accompany and explore with your young child. This is much more appealing to him than being sent off to do something on his own. t Helpful materials to have on hand: balls, jump ropes, a stopwatch, a tape measure, chalk. t Focus on enjoyment, fun and, if your child is interested, in personal bests. Setting up competition between two or more creates a winner/loser mentality, and the loser is often discouraged and becomes disinterested. t Walk. Around the block, around the yard, from the furthest parking spot to the store. Practice noticing and sharing what you see, hear, smell and feel. t Run. Short spurts: up the driveway, around the trees, to the stop sign. t Stairs. Set a goal: 5 flights or 50 stairs. (Use caution. If you are going for 6 | www.lexingtonfamily.com
speed, stay on level ground.) t Dance. Put on some music and bust a few moves together. Sing the classics such as, “Head, shoulders, knees and toes.” t Play. Kick or throw balls. Be a funny, clumsy, goofy partner and laugh together. Ask her to teach you her technique. t Ride bikes. t Hopscotch, Four Square and other games with chalk. t Less obvious but no less essential: limit screen time. t If older children are interested, consider individual sports such as swimming, golf, archery, climbing, roller skating, skateboarding, badminton, martial arts, and fencing, among others. t Remember the importance of setting a good example. “Can we just skip that part?” Truthfully, no. Regard this opportunity in a favorable light, and challenge yourself to better health. As you take on the goal of improving your own fitness, you will be encouraged by your own success. Better yet, you might even inspire! 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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exington Children’s Theatre brings a locally grown ghost story to its Learning Stage in October with “The Ghosts of Pineville.” Chopper Sweeney never really believed in ghosts… until one started believing in him. Chopper and his friends, Hank and Glory, set off to solve the case of Simon Stillwater, but what starts as a small town adventure quickly turns into a standoff with the supernatural. Showtimes are Saturday, Oct. 20 at 2 & 7 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. at 418 W. Short St. School matinees will be performed Tuesday-Friday, Oct. 16-19 at 10 & 11:45 a.m. The show is recommended for ages 7 & up. Tickets are $15 general admission. Info: 254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org Y
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Halloween HAPPENINGS
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xplore the Louisville Zoo in a way you haven’t before with the World’s Largest Halloween Party every Thursday-Sunday in October. The party starts at 5 p.m. each evening with entry until 8:30 p.m. The evenings are filled with Halloween fun for all ages. Children 11 and under can trick-or-treat throughout the zoo, enjoy the animals and celebrate the fall season. Special event tickets are required. Info: www.louisvillezoo.org. Fright Nights returns for a Halloween scare-fest with three attractions – Dark Forest, 13 Doors and Candyland – at Jacobson Park.There is no age limit, but it is not recommended for children under 13. Tickets for all three attractions begin at $28 with speed passes available at an additional cost. Open Sundays, 7:30-10 p.m., and Fridays & Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.-midnight through Oct. 28, and 7:30-10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31. Info: www.frightnightsky.com Lexington Parks and Rec brings back
Bi-Water Farm AutumnFest
877 Cincinnati Road, Georgetown www.biwaterfarm.com Sept. 25-Oct. 31 / Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday, Noon-7 p.m. Fall festivals are open seven days a week. $11.99 general admission, free for children 2 & under. See website for times and complete listing of festival adventures.
Eckert’s-Boyd Orchards
1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles (859) 873-3097 www.eckerts.com/versailles Every Saturday & Sunday in October: Jumpin’ Pumpkin Jamboree. Festivals are 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Devine’s Corn Maze
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Freaky Friday Flicks to its Halloween lineup. Celebrate the season on Friday, Oct. 5 & 12 with family-friendly Halloween movies at 7:30 p.m. at the MoonDance Amphitheater. Preshow activities begin at 6 p.m. $2 per person, children 12 & under enter free. Info: 288-2925. Children 12 and under can trick-or-treat in costume along a trail filled with friendly characters at Little Goblins Galore Halloween Party at McConnell Springs on Saturday, Oct. 13 from 1-5 p.m. Festivities include a petting zoo and a happy haunted house. $5 per child, parents and guardians admitted free. Info: (859) 288-2927. Party for the Pumpkins Fall Family Festival features crafts, activities, a pumpkin display and admission to the Kentucky Children’s Garden on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2-6 p.m. at the UK Arboretum. Admission is $7 plus tax and includes a free pumpkin for children under 12. Free for children under 2. Info: 257-6955 www.arboretum.ca.uky.edu.
The annual Thriller & Halloween Festival will take place on Saturday, Oct. 27 in downtown Lexington. Fall foods and Halloween festivities are featured at the Wicked Wonders Market from 2-8 p.m. in the Fifth Third Bank Pavilion. A Halloween variety show begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza. The Thriller parade, recreating the Michael Jackson music video, begins at 8 p.m. on Main Street. The rain date for the festival is Monday, Oct. 30. Info: (859) 425-2057. Bring the kids for a fun and spooky evening trek along the Village road at the Shaker Village Trick-or-Treat event on the weekend of Oct. 26 & 27, 4-7:30 p.m. Events include hayrides, live music, food and drink, kids’ crafts and a costume contest. $5 per person, free for ages 2 & under. 3501 Lexington Rd., Harrodsburg. Info: (859) 734-5411 www.shakervillageky.org. Y
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Sundays 1-5 p.m. 623 Talmage-Mayo Rd., Harrodsburg (859) 613-6900 www.devinescornmaze.com Explore Devine’s corn maze, a hay maze, straw crawl, petting area, pumpkin picking, a kiddie corn maze and nightly bonfire with free marshmallow roasting. $10 ages 14 & up, $8 ages 5-12, free for 4 & under.
Evans Orchard
180 Stone Road, Georgetown (502) 863-2255 www.evansorchard.com Sept. 15-Oct. 29: Harvest Festival Festivals are 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on Saturdays; noon-5:30 p.m. on Sundays. Kick off the apple season with the annual Apple Festival. Fun for the whole family with pony and hay rides, a funfilled play area, craft booths, fried apple pies, caramel apples, apple cider and
apple picking. Evans Orchard is open TuesdaysSaturdays, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sundays, noon-5:30 p.m.
Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Fall Festival
601 Hill-N-Dale Dr. www.maryqueenschool.org/mqhr-fall festival Oct. 12 & 13, 4-11 p.m. Music, food, drinks and a Festival Market with pumpkins, mums, holiday décor, kids items, treats and crafts.
Oktoberfest
Downtown Harrodsburg www.facebook.com/kyoktoberfest Oct. 12, 5 p.m.-midnight; Oct. 13, 10 a.m.-midnight.; Oct 14, 10-5 p.m. Enjoy food vendors, craft beers from local distilleries, live music, children’s activities and more. Y
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FCPS to Implement School Safety Plans By: Emmanuel Caulk
Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent
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hanks to the widespread support of families, school district employees, leaders from business, faith and civic organizations, and the communityat-large, Fayette County Public Schools is moving forward this fall with initiatives to ensure that our core values of keeping children safe will be upheld and strengthened. You may recall that in February, we established the District Safety Advisory Council to develop specific recommendations to ensure that our children are safe at school, at home and in the community. The council consisted of 28 students, parents, educators, first responders, city officials, and business, faith and community leaders selected for their experience and expertise in safety and emergency management. In May, the council released its recommendations, which were developed with input from hundreds of community members and drew upon the best practices from across the state and nation. Based on that report, our district proposed the Comprehensive 10-point Safety
Investment Plan to not only prevent a school shooting, but to also mitigate the other risks our students face, including bullying, self-harm, suicide, drug use, online exploitation, trauma and communitybased issues. The 10 initiatives are designed to work in tandem to make our schools among the safest in the nation. These initiatives already have been featured on the front page of the nation’s flagship education publication as a model for other school districts seeking community engagement to address school safety issues. The initiatives include placing a law enforcement officer in every school, hiring more mental health professionals to bring the per pupil ratio closer to national recommendations, adding teams of security monitors in all middle and high schools, and addressing adolescent health in a comprehensive way by adding full-time nurses in every middle and high school, and contracting additional professionals for follow up medical and mental health care. Proposed facility upgrades include walkthrough metal detectors for middle and high schools, alarms on all 1,700 possible
entrances to our schools, secure vestibules and security cameras in schools without them, and better interior door security. Once those improvements are complete, those dollars will be used to implement phase two of the additional staffing needs for counselors, officers and nurses. When fully implemented, there will be more than 200 additional mental health professionals, school nurses, law enforcement officers and security monitors safeguarding our children. After carefully considering other ways of funding these critical investments, the Board of Education voted in July to approve a 5-cent property tax increase dedicated solely to school safety. The change will go into effect this fall, making the funds available to begin the safety improvements this year. Just as we do with our strategic plan, we will regularly update the community on our progress. We will publish a status tracker on our website, with timelines, budgets and measures of progress so that our community can see their investment at work. Visit www.fcps.net/safety for more information. Y
Fayette County Public Schools Comprehensive 10-Point Safety Investment Plan 1. Additional Law Enforcement Officers
6. Metal Detectors and Security Ambassadors
2. Additional Mental Health Professionals
7. Secure Vestibules
3. Exterior and Interior Facility Upgrades
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5. Comprehensive Adolescent Assessment and Health Promotion
10. Upgraded Emergency Communication System
Making a $13.5 million annual investment in the safety of our students and those who educate them.
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ore than 400 of you voted in our eighth annual Family Favorites Survey, earning a chance to win prizes. The winner of the Beech Bend tickets was Shevawn Akers, and the winner of the Treetop Adventures tickets was Jason Brock. Below are the 2018 Family Favorites Winners.
Family Friendly Restaurant:
Local Park:
Dance/Arts Program:
Chik-fil-a
Jacobson Park
Bluegrass Youth Ballet
Frozen Treat Shop:
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Crank & Boom
Woodland Art Fair
Kroger
Girls Birthday Party:
Favorite Hiking Spot:
Kid’s Consignment Store:
Living Arts & Science Center
Red River Gorge
Once Upon a Child
Day Trip:
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Boys Birthday Party:
Newport Aquarium
Clothes Mentor
Sky Zone
School Field Trip:
Shopping Center:
Birthday Cake:
Evans Orchard
Hamburg Pavilion
Magee’s
Local Day Camp:
Med-Spa:
Lexington Children’s Theatre
Massage Envy
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Hailee Wilburn-Ervin
Family Fun Site:
4-H Camp
Gattitown
Pediatric Dentist:
Academic Program:
Family Membership:
SCAPA
Kentucky Dentistry for Kids
YMCA
Art/Craft Studio:
Pediatrician:
Kentucky Native Cafe
ARTplay Children’s Studio
Pediatric & Adolescent Associates
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Kings Island
Lexington Parks & Recreation
Family Doctor:
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Living Arts & Science Center
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bluegrassyouthballet.org
Oct 12, 2018 at 7pm • Oct 13, 2018 at 2pm Lexington Opera House Based on a true story...While on his death bed, Pedro Linares, a Mexican piñata maker, dreams that the elements of earth transform themselves into colorful, strange creatures who shout “Alebrijes!” at him. After following each creature through its own world, Pedro miraculously recovers and creates one of the most beloved Mexican folk art in modern day...Alebrijes! $17-$20 (plus taxes & fees) | (859) 233-3535 | Ticketmaster.com
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Gardening Center:
Candy Mountain Music
Michler’s Greenhouse
Horseback Riding Program:
Realtor:
Rector-Hayden
Maternity Business:
Whispering Woods Riding Stables
Baby Moon
Remodeling Contractor or Builder:
Tutoring/Learning Center:
J&R Construction
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Carnegie Center
Auto Dealership:
Plumber:
Don Jacobs Mechanic/Auto Repair:
Bluegrass Youth Ballet
Fayette Plumbing, Heating & Air
Tony’s Auto Repair
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YMCA
Fayette Heating & Air
Jeff’s Car Wash
The Little Gym Dance Studio:
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SAYRE School
New Lower School Building Packs Wow Factor
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By John Lynch
o say that the newest addition to Sayre School’s campus – the 37,000 square-foot, state-of-theart Lower School building – exceeds expectations would court charges of serious understatement. On the eve of the new school year, the mood was ecstatic when Sayre officially opened the new building in a ribbon-cutting ceremony before faculty, students, parents and friends. Four years in the making, the $10 million building includes 18 classrooms and two signature elements on each end of the building: a dedicated library, and a lower level multi-purpose room for gross motor activity, Extended Day, fine arts performances and large group gatherings. Signature hallmarks of the building are floor-to-ceiling windows, and extra wide doorways and hallways where students and staff can mingle during the day in elegant, inspiring surroundings. The building also includes an innovation room, state-of-the-art science laboratory that opens onto a rooftop terrace, art room, music room and learning specialists’ offices. The Lower School will accommodate more than 250 students, from 2-yearolds through fourth grade. The landscape and playscape areas around the building connect the outside environment with the classrooms. These outdoor spaces provide opportunities for physical activity, experimenta-
Library sits at one end of first floor of Lower School building
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tion, play and creative expression. Head of School Stephen Manella at the ribbon cutting ceremony Head of School Stephen Manella welcomed guests to the new building while pointing out the significance of clean, airy classrooms where you will a ribbon-cutting ceremony. work and play. “Cutting the ribbon is symbolic of “Your job is simple,” she said to the opening a gift,” he said, “and this building students. “Use this building well, learn is a phenomenal gift for all of us. It’s a a lot, use all of your senses, be kind to gift for our students who will learn, grow your friends, do your best every day, and and be nurtured. take care of this building which, although A gift to our faculty who have a facility already beautiful, will become absolutely that reflects the caliber of their excepmagnificent when your work and art is tional skills and a gift to our community displayed in the classrooms and hallwhere our children will flourish and ways.” where we will gather with pride.” For more than a century-and-a-half, Also welcoming attendees to the new Sayre has educated students at its Limebuilding were Mayor Jim Gray, Board of stone Street location and stayed connectTrustee Chair Andrea Tew and Head of ed to the city’s downtown community. Lower School Annie Papero. The new building not only unifies Papero, who played an integral role in Sayre’s campus, it reflects its mission every step of the process, was cheered as of promoting innovative and inclusive she took the podium. The building reprelearning that “empowers students to sents everything Papero embraces about achieve academic excellence, embrace education. challenge, and cultivate integrity in order She first thanked students for “giving to lead purposeful lives in an ever-changus a reason to design this space – your cu- ing world.” riosity, excellent questions, compassion, The building is designed to build comhard work, creativity, energy and desire munity, Papero said. Plus, the aesthetics to learn will make this space meaningful.” match the pace and space children need The building was designed for children, to thrive as learners. she said, with “big open spaces to move, “There’s a sense of beauty and awe here beautiful, sun-lit windows that will let and that’s important,” Papero said. “Chilyou see out into the world, a library full dren move to a different pace and there of books just waiting to be read, and is enough flexibility here for things to slow down. It’s a pace where you can find State-of-the-art science room opens to a rooftop garden friends and a great pace for exploration. “Behavior changes when you give people something beautiful. It’s a space that feels good and makes you feel good inside.” Y
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Private School Open Houses
Christian Academy of the Bluegrass
18 th ANNUAL
ELDER CARE TOUR Join us for this one-of-a-kind event where elder care facilities host open houses for the community.
Sunday, Nov. 11 1:30-5:00 p.m. Attendees will be entered for a chance to win one of three...
OPRYLAND VACATION PACKAGES Packages include: 2 Night Accommodations for up to 4 people Tickets to ICE! • Tickets to Cirque Dreams Holidaze $1,100 Value
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1776 Cincinnati Pike, Georgetown (859) 285-9283 www.cabluegrass.org K-12th Grade Thursday, Nov. 8, 6-8 p.m. Private tours also available by appointment
Community Montessori School
725 Stone Road (859) 277-4805 www.cmsmontessori.org Toddler (18 months)-8th grade Saturday, Oct. 27, 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, 10-11:30 a.m.
Lex. Christian Academy
Tates Creek Campus
Immanuel Baptist Church 3100 Tates Creek Road (Entrance #8) www.lexingtonchristian.org Preschool-5th Grade Preview Dates (Oct-May) Personal Tours (Oct-Aug). Rose Campus
450 West Reynolds Road (Elementary Entrance) www.lexingtonchristian.org 6th-12th Grade 6th Grade Academy Information Meetings (Oct-Aug) 7th-12th Grade Shadow Dates (Oct-May) Personal Tours (Oct-Aug)
Lexington Latin School www.lexingtonlatinschool.com Lower School
138 E Reynolds Rd Ste 201 • Lexington, KY 40517
859-223-1765
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Ashland Baptist Church 483 W. Reynolds Road (859) 940-7485 Tuesday Oct. 16, 9-11 a.m.
Upper School
Lex. City Church (formerly Quest Church) 410 Sporting Court (859) 429-8654 Tuesday Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-noon.
Redwood Cooperative School
166 Crestwood Dr. 273-4333 www.redwoodcoop.com Currently enrolling PreKElementary Thursday, Oct., 18, 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, 9:30-11:30 a.m..
Sayre School
194 N. Limestone (859) 254-1361 www.sayreschool.org Preschool & Lower School (Pre-K ages 2-4, Grades K-4) Middle School (Grades 5-8) Upper School (Grades 9-12) Tuesday, Oct. 16 & Wednesday, Oct. 24, 8:30 a.m. Families can tour all three divisions on both dates.
The Lexington School
1050 Allen Road (859) 278-0501 www.thelexingtonschool.org Prospective Family Day Ages 2 years - 8th grade Saturday, Nov., 10 a.m.
Trinity Christian Academy
3900 Rapid Run Drive (859) 271-0079 www.trinitylex.org Preschool-12th Grade Thursday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m., at Rapid Run campus. Private tours also available by appointment any time. Y
For descriptions of these schools, visit our Private School Directory at www.lexingtonfamily.com
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High School Placement Fair Wednesday, October 3rd 3:30 - 5:30 PM The Lexington School Gymnasium 1050 Lane Allen Road
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HALLOWEEN WALK WITH THE ANIMALS! OCT 27, 12-4 pm Hay maze, face painting, fishing booth and trick-or-treating! $5 per person. (Members get in free!)
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Community Action Council
Head Start
Success Stories ECCO Plus Helps Parents Pursue Better Careers
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ommunity Action Council is a private nonprofit organization with the mission to prevent, reduce and eliminate poverty in Central Kentucky. One of its largest and longest-running operations is Head Start – a group of federally-funded programs for families with low income with children birth to age 5 years old that provide comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition and family engagement services. The Council’s Head Start programs take what is known as a “two-generational” approach to child development. This means its services never consider
a child in isolation, but simultaneously seek to support parents and other adult family members in meeting their education and career goals. A perfect model of the two-generational approach is the Council’s Employment and Child Care Opportunities Plus (ECCO Plus) program. 20 | www.lexingtonfamily.com
Launched in 2014, ECCO Plus provides parents enrolled in the Council’s Head Start programs with the opportunity to receive training in high-demand career fields – all while receiving comprehensive, high-quality education for their children at no cost. The first available ECCO Plus track offered participants the opportunity to study and work toward the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, a nationally-recognized credential for career advancement in early childhood education. A second track, first offered in 2016, leads to a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Participants complete a 16-week training program, including both coursework and behind-the-wheel vehicle experience. Successful candidates obtain a class B CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements. Lastly, a third ECCO Plus track enables participants to work toward a State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) credential. Participants pursue a fourweek course at Maysville Community and Technical College (MCTC), and upon completion become eligible to take the state exam to become an SRNA. Graduates in all tracks are qualified for positions with a variety of employers and receive job placement assistance through the Council’s existing partnerships. To date, a total of 72 individuals have
received their CDA credential through the ECCO Plus program, with the vast majority having obtained employment as a result, either within one of the Council’s own Head Start programs or in other early education settings. The newer CDL and SRNA tracks have produced a total of seven Head Start parents obtaining the SRNA credential and an additional seven earning a CDL. For these tracks too, the majority of graduates were successfully employed soon afterward in their respective fields or related occupations. The Council has found that ECCO Plus graduates see an average increase in earnings of $8,500 annually. The Council estimates that the program represents a return on investment to the community of more than $1.2 million. The success of the ECCO Plus program is directly connected to changing workforce needs. Both locally and nationwide, there is a dire need for qualified early educators, as well as drivers to provide safe, efficient transportation services for children in the public school systems. In rural areas, where employment opportunities are limited, there is a continuing demand for personnel in the medical field, such as SRNAs. The increased earning potential resulting from training in these fields can make the difference between living above or below the poverty threshold. The Council is currently accepting applications for Head Start as well as its ECCO Plus career tracks. Info: visit commaction.org or call (859) 233-4600. Y
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Collins Bowling Centers 205 Southland Drive / (859) 277-5746
www.collinsbowling.com Children always love bowling parties to celebrate their birthdays. Parties are priced per child and include bowling, shoe rental, favor bag (includes coupon for free game of bowling), paper products and balloons. Food, beverages, game room and juke box are available.
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2524 Nicholasville Road (859) 277-2323 / www.gattitownlexington.com Gatittown has the BEST birthday parties in town with great food, fun games and awesome prizes. Party packages include the Marketplace buffet and drinks, a private party room or reserved seating, decorations, goodie bags, game cards and rides on the Bumper Cars, Carousel and Frog Hopper!
520 Lagonda Ave. / (859) 255-3432 www.kremerwholesale.com Need something to fill those goody bags? Check out Kremer Wholesale for a huge selection of party favors and toys. Party supplies for all budgets.
Living Arts & Science Center 362 N. MLK Blvd. / 252-5222 / www.lasclex.org Celebrate your special day with hands-on, teacher-led art or science activities at the Living Arts & Science Center. You choose either a starry show in the Planetarium or learn all about flight in the Discovery Science Exhibit. Parties include private party room and a $3 coupon per guest to use in the gift shop. Guests will take home their creative projects. $265 for up to 10 participants; each additional is $10. Other party options available for additional fees.
Newton’s Attic 4974 Old Versailles Road / (859) 368-7334 www.newtonsattic.org Pumpkin chunkin’, roller coaster riding and rocket launching are just a few of the unique things you can do. A good time can be had by kids of all ages at your Newton’s Attic birthday party. Recommended for
ages 5 to 85.
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The Mad Potter 3385 Tates Creek Road (859) 269-4591 / www.themadpotter.biz Painting pottery or fusing glass is a great way to celebrate your child’s birthday (Adult parties too). Private party room will host 8-20 for 90 minutes. You are welcome to bring lunch or refreshments and
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cake. Project, instruction, invitations and balloons provided. Call Monday -Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. for reservations.
Nothing Bundt Cakes
2358 Nicholasville Road / (859) 368-9402 www.nothingbundtcakes.com From “Happy Birthday” to “Just Because,” nothing says it better than a handcrafted Nothing Bundt Cake. Choose from 4 different sizes and 10 delicious flavors, all crafted by hand with the finest ingredients. To top it all off, choose from a wide selection of handcrafted decorations. Order Online. We Deliver.
Sky Zone Lexington 3644 Boston Road / (859) 629-4455 www.skyzone.com/Lexington Elevate the way you celebrate! There is no easier way to throw your kids the best party ever. Just show up and Sky Zone does the rest. Two all-inclusive party packages to fit your needs. Voted Best Boys Birthday by Lexington Family Magazine! ®
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Family H E A L T H
Arm Yourself With Facts to Fight Hep-A
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hen I was in fifth grade, a friend and fellow classmate came down with hepatitis A. I knew that he enjoyed exploring the sewers around his home looking for lizards. Since there was no vaccine against Hepatitis A at that time, I had to have a big shot of immunoglobulin to prevent me from catching it from him. Fortunately, we now have a vaccine against this incurable condition that has afflicted Kentucky especially hard this year. Hepatitis A is caused by a virus that attacks mainly the liver. It is caught by exposure to the bowel movements of those who have the disease. An infected person not washing his hands properly and then touching food that others eat is one of the main ways that this happens. Water and other items can also be contaminated with the virus. The hepatitis A virus can survive freezing. Food needs to be heated above 185
degrees for at least a minute to kill it. Although there is no cure for hepatitis Properly chlorinating water and using A, it can usually be prevented. The vacan appropriate fresh bleach solution on cine against hepatitis A is routinely given surfaces also can destroy it. to toddlers but can be given to most Symptoms of hepatitis A include fever, people a year of age and older. fatigue, nausea, vomiting, joint pain and The vaccine consists of a series of two loss of appetite. Jaundice, where the skin doses given at least six months apart. Side or eyes turn yellow, can also occur. effects include local reactions with redBowel movements can become clayness and tenderness, a low-grade fever, colored, and the urine can become dark if headache and fatigue. this happens. For those who have been exposed to a Younger children may not have any known case, the vaccine can be given to symptoms with the infection, but if they those up to 40 years of age. do, symptoms more ly include This usually will prevent the person severe stomach pain and diarrhea. from coming down with the disease if There are usually 2-6 weeks from expo- given in time. Immunoglobulin injections sure to the time any symptoms of the can be given to those less than a year of disease start showing up. age and those over 40, as well as for a Symptoms can last anywhere from less few higher-risk groups. Y than 2 months up to 6 months in some people. On rare occasions hepatitis A can Dr. Charles Ison is a University of cause liver failure and Kentucky graduate who has practiced in his death (mostly in older hometown of Lexington since 1993. He is a people). partner in Pediatric and Adolescent Associates.
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Family H E A L T H
Key Ages When Visual Issues Begin he earlier a visual problem is detected, the better. And early detection works best when parents know the warning signs. There are critical ages when problems can surface, indicating that a child’s visual system is developing abnormally, according to Dr. Rick Graebe, a behavioral optometrist in Versailles. Dr. Graebe treats some patients with Vision Therapy, a noninvasive technique that is a kind of physical therapy for the eyes, brain and body. He recommends that parents recognize these key developmental stages.
“The brain says, ‘I can’t use both eyes – it’s too hard,’” Dr. Graebe said. “So the brain will turn off one eye.” In the U.S., 75,000 3-year-olds per year will suffer from amblyopia. With amblyopia, the eye does not always wander or turn. The signs may not appear right away and can be detected only by an eye exam. Dr. Graebe not only recommends an exam at this age, his office offers free visits for 3-year-olds to catch the problem early.
when reading. Teachers often pick up on these warning signs first. Age 10: At school, children first “learn to read.” Thereafter they “read to learn,” a process that dominates the classroom by the time a child is 10. If visual problems surface then, classroom performance may begin to drop. When school issues emerge, parents need to ask one question: “Is my child reaching his potential?” If not, the problem could be visual. As Dr. Graebe says, because “70% of what we perceive after the age of 3 comes through the visual system, where would be a good place to start?” Y
Age 6: This is when children start school, and sustained, close-up visual Age 3: This is when children stop uswork is required for the first time. ing taste, smell and touch to “see,” and A child with visual isthe visual system becomes dominant. sues may avoid reading, At this age, strabismus and/or amDr. Rick Graebe have headaches, rub blyopia (lazy eye) can begin where the Family Eyecare Associates & eyes, cover one eye to eyes stop working in tandem, and one Children’s Vision and Learning Center read or become fidgety begins to wander, turn in or turn out. 105 Crossfield Drive, Versailles myfamilyvision.com • (859) 879-3665
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OCTOBER 2018 CALENDAR
Look for F symbol to find FREE family events
Monday 1 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $11.99 general admission, ages 2 & under free. 877 Cincinnati Rd. Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. The Family Center: Crunch Time. A playgroup for Natural Parenting. 10 a.m. $3 per family. Cupcake Decorating with Ashley Richardson. 6:30-7:30 p.m. $15, registration suggested. 334 E. Main St., Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/familycenterky. F Jessamine County Public Library: Mothergoose Storytime. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Microsoft Publisher. 3:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St. Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Central KY College Fair: More than 100 college representatives on site. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Lexington Convention Center. Info: 233-4567. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Drop-ins welcome, class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. 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. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Jam storytime. 10 a.m. For ages 18 months & under. Babywearing Dance Party. 2 28 | www.lexingtonfamily.com
p.m. For caregivers wearing babies. Birding in the Bluegrass: Meet Author Bob Willcutt. 7 p.m. Eastside Branch: Movers and Shakers storytime. 10:30 and 11 a.m. For toddlers. Info: 231-5500.
Tuesday 2 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $11.99 general admission, ages 2 & under free. 877 Cincinnati Rd. Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $8 per child, adults and children under 2 free. 180 Stone Rd. Georgetown. Info: www. evansorchard.com. F Jessamine County Public Library: Tiny Tinkers: STEAM for Preschoolers. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Microsoft Publisher. 10 a.m. Tabletop Gaming: Dixit. 6-8 p.m. Family Storytime. 6:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Silly Self-Portraits.” 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 9 months to 2 years. $8 general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 2583253. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. 10:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 2732911. 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 Carnegie Center: Word Wizards. Play word games, write stories and poems and more. 5-6 p.m. weekly through Nov. 20. Grades 6-8. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Lexington-Fayette County Mayoral Forum: 6 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m. Farish Theatre, Central Branch Public Library. Free. Live viewing will be available in the children’s area of Central Branch, and a live watch party will be held at the Northside Branch Public Library. No registration required. Info: 231-5500. Baby Moon: Latched: Breastfeeding Essentials class. 6:30-8 p.m. Registration required. Labor Workshop for Couples. 7-9:30 p.m. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers storytime. 11 a.m. For toddlers. Coding Games with Scratch. 6:30 p.m. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam storytime. 11 a.m. For babies. Northside Branch: Read
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KOOKY. NOT SPOOKY. PreK-12th Grade Open House 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 25
Lower School Campus 3900 Rapid Run Drive, Lexington, 40515 www.trinitylex.org
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“THE WORLD’S LARGEST HALLOWEEN PARTY!” Thursdays – Sundays in October Starts Oct. 4 | Enter 5 to 8:30 p.m.
Join us for the sweetest party in town as storybook scenes come to life with your favorite princesses, dinosaurs and superheroes. There’s also trickor-treating for kids 11 and under. The Zoo is transformed and YOU are part of the magic. Advance tickets available at Meijer after Sept. 24. Sponsored by
Councilman Pat Mulvihill & District 10 Residents
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Santa’s Safari December 8–9 & 15–16 10 a.m., Noon and 2 p.m. Special ticket required. Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus and friends! Enjoy treats, crafts, animal encounters, a photo with Santa and more. Tickets on sale after Nov. 1. OPEN DAILY YEAR ROUND! Through March 15, 2019 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (stay until 5 p.m.)
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OCTOBER 2018 and Play storytime. 11 a.m. For preschoolers. Sketchup. 6 p.m. Tates Creek Branch: Baby Jam storytime. 10:30 a.m. For babies. Make Paper Airplanes. 4 p.m. For Grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.
Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $8 per child, adults and children under 2 free. 180 Stone Rd., Georgetown. Info: www.evansorchard. com.
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F Carnegie Center: Spanish for Early Learners. 10:30-11:30 a.m. weekly through Oct. 25. Ages 5 & under. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.
BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $11.99 general admission, ages 2 & under free. 877 Cincinnati Rd. Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $8 per child, adults and children under 2 free. 180 Stone Rd., Georgetown. Info: www.evansorchard. com. F Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. 10 a.m. 1932 Pavilion Way. Info: 543-8518. The Family Center: Play Time play group: “Ocean” theme. 10 a.m. $3 per family. 334 E. Main St., Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/ familycenterky. F Jessamine County Public Library: Preschool Storytime. 10 a.m. Exercise with Ease. 10:30 a.m. Munch & Movie Trivia. 11:30 a.m. Silver Screen: “The Birds.” 12-2 p.m. Learning in Motion: Active Play for Active Kids. 6:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Explorium: SMASH Club “Yarn Apples.” 10:3011:30 a.m. Ages 2-5. $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. The Lexington School: High School Placement Fair. More than 60 schools, local and national. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. 1050 Lane Allen Road. Info: 278-0501 F Carnegie Center: Outstanding Writers League. 5-6 p.m. weekly through Nov. 28. Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Movers & Shakers storytime. 10 a.m. For toddlers. Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners storytime. 11 a.m. For toddlers. Eastside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Tates Creek Branch: Little Listeners storytime. 10:30 a.m. For toddlers. Info: 231-5500.
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Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Pom Pom Pumpkins.” 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: Apple Art. 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. F Jessamine County Public Library: Girls Who Code Club. 5-6:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 8863523. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. Ages 11 & under can trick-or-treat in the zoo, and enjoy animal encounters. Enter from 5-8:30 p.m. Special event ticket required. 1100 Trevilian Way. Info: www.louisvillezoo.org. Kentucky Historical Society: Little Historians: Silly Storytelling. 5:30 p.m. Ages 3-5. $5, free for KHS members. Reservations required. 100 W. Broadway, Frankfort. Info: (502) 564-1792. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. 6-7:15 p.m. Drop-ins welcome. $14 a class or class packages available. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Living Arts & Science Center: Discovery Night. 6-8 p.m. $2 suggested donation. 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Info: 252-5222. 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. The Family Center: Night Owls playgroup for working and student parents. Family Craft Night. 6:15 p.m. $5 per family. 334 E. Main St., Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/familycenterky. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies storytime. 11 a.m. For babies. Eastside Branch: Little Listeners storytime. 11 a.m. For toddlers. Northside
Branch: SongFarmers Fall Jam Session. 6 p.m. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Play & Learn storytime. 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Build Stuff. Noon. Ages 3-5. Make an Air Cannon. 4 p.m. For grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.
Friday 5 FCPS: Fall Break. No School. BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $11.99 general admission, ages 2 & under free. 877 Cincinnati Rd. Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $8 per child, adults and children under 2 free. 180 Stone Rd., Georgetown. Info: www.evansorchard. com. Baptist Health Lexington: Safe Sitter certification babysitting class. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Boys & girls ages 11-14. $85. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. The Family Center: Preschool Time: Oceans. A playgroup with skill-based activities. 10 a.m. $3 per family. Families Helping Wilmore. Volunteer together for a variety of projects. Visit Facebook page for details. 334 E. Main St., Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/familycenterky. Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Pumpkin Toss.” 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 2-5. $8 general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. F Jessamine County Public Library: Jump & Jive Storytime. 10:30 a.m. One-to-One Job Search Assistance. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time. 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. Kentucky Historical Society: Little Historians: Silly Storytelling. 11 a.m. Ages 3-5. $5, free for KHS members. Reservations required. 100 W. Broadway, Frankfort. Info: (502) 564-1792. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. Ages 11 & under can trickor-treat in the zoo, and enjoy animal encounters. Enter from 5-8:30 p.m. Special event ticket required. 1100 Trevilian Way. Info: www.louisvillezoo.org. Devine’s Corn Maze: Explore Devine’s corn maze, a hay maze, straw crawl, petting area, pumpkin picking, a kiddie corn maze and nightly bonfire with free marshmallow roasting. 6-10 p.m. $10 ages 14 & up, $8 ages 5-12, free for 4 & under. 623 Talmage-Mayo Rd., Harrodsburg. Info:
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Saturday 6 The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Just the Facts, Mom!” Childbirth Education Class in Spanish. 8 a.m.-12:30 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. BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $11.99 general admission, ages 2 & under free. 877 Cincinnati Rd. Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $8 per child, adults and children under 2 free. 180 Stone Rd., Georgetown. Info: www.evansorchard. com. Next Steps: Health & wellness expo for seniors. 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Reservations required. Immanuel Baptist Church. Info: www.nextstepslex.com. F The Family Center: Walnut Johnson children’s musical program for all ages. 10-11 a.m. Free. Nelly + Abigail Paint Art Experience. Preview upcoming homeschool and afterschool painting programs. 1-3 p.m. 334 E. Main St., Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/familycenterky. The Gifts & Challenges of Aging: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Speakers and info sessions. $15, includes lunch. Registration required. 2025 Bellefonte Dr. Info: 277-7511 Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. 10-11:15 a.m. Drop-ins welcome. $14 a class or class packages available. Newborn Prep class. 3-5 p.m. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. Boyd Orchards: Jumpin’ Pumpkin Jamboree. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: www.eckerts.com/versailles. Devine’s Corn Maze: Explore Devine’s corn maze, a hay maze, straw crawl, petting area, pumpkin picking, a kiddie corn maze and nightly bonfire with free marshmallow roasting. 10 a.m.10 p.m. $10 ages 14 & up, $8 ages 5-12, free for 4 & under. 623 Talmage-Mayo Rd., Harrodsburg. Info: (859) 613-6900 or www.devinescornmaze. com 32 | www.lexingtonfamily.com
Explorium: Museum Go Round. Children’s activities, hands-on art and science, an Artist Alley featuring youth artists and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Triangle Park, downtown Lexington. Super Saturdays, “Pizza Parlor.” 11 a.m.-noon. Grades K-5. Imagination Station, “Leaf Rubbing.” 12:30-2 p.m. Grades K-5. $8 general admission. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Celebrating the Seasons. Crafts, plant giveaways and more. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $3 per person or $10 for family of five. Free for members. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. Kentucky Historical Society: Down Syndrome Awareness Day. Activities, craft stations and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is free for people with Down Syndrome, $8 adults, $6 ages 6-18 and military. Children under 6 admitted for free. 100 W. Broadway, Frankfort. Info: (502) 564-1792. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kid’s Corner: “It’s Fall” storytime. 11 a.m. Ages 3 & up. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Sky Zone: Toddler Time. Special jumping time for little ones. 10-11 a.m. Ages 5 & under. $12. 3644 Boston Rd. Info: 629-4455. Bluegrass Scenic Railroad: Pumpkin Patch Train Ride. 2 p.m. Tickets start at $13. 175 Beasley Road, Versailles. Info: (859) 873-2476. F Jessamine County Public Library: CosPlay 101. 2-4 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. Ages 11 & under can trick-or-treat in the zoo, and enjoy animal encounters. Enter from 5-8:30 p.m. Special event ticket required. 1100 Trevilian Way. Info: www.louisvillezoo.org. LexDance: ContraDance. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing 8-11 p.m. $9 adults, $6 students and first-timers. 522 Patterson St. Info: 552-5433. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Family Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. 11 a.m. For families. Play + Create: LEGO. 2 p.m. Eastside Branch: Family Storytime. 10:30 a.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.
Sunday 7 Boyd Orchards: Jumpin’ Pumpkin Jamboree. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 1396 Pinckard Pike, Versailles. Info: www.eckerts.com/versailles.
F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. 11:30 a.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. Noon-7 p.m. $11.99 general admission, ages 2 & under free. 877 Cincinnati Rd. Georgetown. Info: (502) 863-3676. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. Noon-6 p.m. $8 per child, adults and children under 2 free. 180 Stone Rd., Georgetown. Info: www.evansorchard. com. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Nature Hike. 1 & 3 p.m. Admission $3 per person. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. Devine’s Corn Maze: Explore Devine’s corn maze, a hay maze, straw crawl, petting area, pumpkin picking, a kiddie corn maze and nightly bonfire with free marshmallow roasting. 1-5 p.m. $10 ages 14 & up, $8 ages 5-12, free for 4 & under. 623 Talmage-Mayo Rd., Harrodsburg. Info: (859) 613-6900 or www.devinescornmaze.com 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. Baptist Health Lexington: Breastfeeding 101. 2-4 p.m. Free. Registration required. Maternity Unit Tours. 4 & 5 p.m. Free. Registration required at www.baptisthealth.com/lexingtonbabies. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Bluegrass Scenic Railroad: Pumpkin Patch Train Ride. 2 p.m. Tickets start at $13. 175 Beasley Road, Versailles. Info: (859) 873-2476. Bluegras Indo-American Civic Society: India Day. Showcase of Indian entertainment with classical, traditional and Bollywood performances, Indian food, clothing and jewelry and more. 3-8 p.m. Free. Moondance Amphitheater, Beaumont Centre Circle. Info: (917) 2887213 or www.biacs.org. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. Ages 11 & under can trick-or-treat in the zoo, and enjoy animal encounters. Enter from 5-8:30 p.m. Special event ticket required. 1100 Trevilian Way. Info: www.louisvillezoo.org. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: How Old’s that Tree? 2 p.m. For grades K-5. Northside Branch: Family Storytime. 1:30 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5500.
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OCTOBER 2018 F Carnegie Center: Weekly Story Time. 10:15-11:15 a.m. through Nov. 9. Ages 2-5. Free. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. F Jessamine County Public Library: Teen Anime Club. 6-7:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 1. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 1. Babywearing Dance Party. See Oct. 1. Haunts & History Downtown Walking Tour. 6 p.m. Eastside Branch: Movers and Shakers. See Oct. 1. Egg Drop Challenge. 4 p.m. For grades K-5. Tates Creek Branch: Birding in the Bluegrass: Meet Author Bob Wilcutt. 6 p.m. Info: 231-5500.
Tuesday 9 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 2. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 2. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Color Matching.” See Oct. 2. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Oct. 2. Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays. See Oct. 2. F Jessamine County Public Library: Special FX Make-Up Workshop. 5-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. The Family Center: Lactation Conversations with Elizabeth: Newborn nursing, Pumping and Weaning. 6:30 p.m. $15. Register at www.lactationcarewithelizabeth.com. 334 E. Main St., Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/familycenterky. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers. See Oct. 2. Dendochronology: How Old’s That Tree? 4 p.m. For grades K-5. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 2. Northside Branch: Read and Play. See Oct. 2. Dendochronology: How Old’s That Tree? 3 p.m. For grades K-5. Sketchup 2: 3D Modeling. 6 p.m. Tates Creek Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 2. Info: 231-5500.
F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Oct. 3 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. Info: www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby. F Jessamine County Public Library: Exercise with Ease. 10:30 a.m. Teen Crafts: Creepy-Crawler. 2-3 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 8863523. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Movers & Shakers. See Oct. 3. Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 3. Eastside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 3. Tates Creek Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 3. Make an Air Cannon. 6:30 p.m. For grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.
Thursday 11 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 4.
Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time. See Oct. 5. Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Ghostly BOOwling.” See Oct. 5. 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 Mary Queen Fall Festival: Live music, children’s games, bingo, raffles, food and more. 4-11 p.m. Free admission. 601 Hill-n-Dale Drive. Info: www.maryqueenschool.org/mqhr-fall-festival. F Oktoberfest: Food, drinks, live music, children’s activities and more. 5 p.m.-midnight. Downtown Harrodsburg. Info: www.facebook.com/ kyoktoberfest.
Devine’s Corn Maze: See Oct. 5.
F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Oct. 4. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Make a Bird Feeder. See Oct. 4. F Jessamine County Public Library: Teen Movie Day. 2-6 p.m. One-to-One Job Search Assistance. 4 and 5 p.m. Writers Workshop. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 4. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 4.
F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 4. Beaumont
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Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 5.
Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Bat Masks.” See Oct. 4.
Explorium: SMASH Club “Fizzy Rainbows.” See Oct. 3.
Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 3.
BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 5.
Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 5.
F Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See Oct. 3.
BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 3.
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Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 4.
F 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. 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: 967-2229 or register at www. kentuckyonehealth.org/baby.
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Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Oct. 4. Eastside Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 4. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 4. Info: 231-5500.
Div. of Parks & Rec: Freaky Friday Flicks: “Coco.” A family-friendly spooky movie and children’s activities. 7:30 p.m. $2 ages 13 & up, children 12 & under enter free. Moondance Amphitheater. Info: 288-2925. Bluegrass Youth Ballet: Presents “Alebrijes: Pedro’s Magical Spirit Creatures.” 7 p.m. $18-$21.50. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. Info: 2714472. LexDance: ContraDance. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing 8-11 p.m. $8 adults, $5 students and first-timers. 522 Patterson St. Info: 552-5433. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 5. Zombie Laser Tag. 5:45 p.m. For teens. Eastside Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Oct. 5. Info: 2315500.
Saturday 13 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 6. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 6. Central Kentucky Second Saturday Divorce Workshop: Addressing legal, financial, family and personal issues of divorce. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $15 in
2018 advance, $20 at the door. Keller Williams Greater Lexington, 2700 Rosebud Rd. Info: 552-8902. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 6. Boyd Orchards: Jumpin’ Pumpkin Jamboree. See Oct. 6. Devine’s Corn Maze: See Oct. 6. F Jessamine County Public Library: JCPL Comic Surge. Scavenger hunt, cosplay contests, authors and artists, gaming and more. 10 a.m.4:30 p.m. Family-friendly, all ages welcome. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Sky Zone: Toddler Time. See Oct. 6. Oktoberfest: Food, drinks, live music, children’s activities and more. 10 a.m.-midnight. Downtown Harrodsburg. Info: www.facebook.com/ kyoktoberfest. Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Ghost Slime.” See Oct. 6. Imagination Station, “Mummy Madness.” See Oct. 6. Kentucky Historical Society: Kid’s Class: Exploring Kentucky Folklore Through Movement. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Ages 5-12. $5, free for KHS members. Reservations required. 100 W. Broadway, Frankfort. Info: (502) 564-1792. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kid’s Corner: “Ghosts of Pineville” storytime with a performance by the Lexington Children’s Theatre. See Oct. 6.
Family Storytime. See Oct. 6. Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 6. Eastside Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 6. Carwile String Studio Mini Concert. 2 p.m. Tate Creek Branch: Halloween Minute-to-Win-it. 3 p.m. For teens. Info: 231-5500.
Sunday 14 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 7. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 7. Boyd Orchards: Jumpin’ Pumpkin Jamboree. See Oct. 7. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See Oct. 7. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Nature Hike. See Oct. 7. Oktoberfest: Food, drinks, live music, children’s activities and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Downtown Harrodsburg. Info: www.facebook.com/ kyoktoberfest. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: Hospital Tour. 1 & 2 p.m. 170 N. Eagle Creek Dr. Registration required. Info: www. kentuckyonehealth.org/womenshospital-maternitytour-registration
OCTOBER Baptist Health Lexington: Walk to Remember. A perinatal bereavement walk and ceremony to remember babies lost to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth and neonatal death. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m., walk at 2 p.m. RSVP required. Lexington Cemetary, 833 W. Main St. Info: 639-6904 or dmueller@bhsi.com. New Brother/New Sister Sibling Class. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Ages 3-8. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Devine’s Corn Maze: See Oct. 7. F Jessamine County Public Library: Intro to Mac. 1:30-3 p.m. Photo Premiere Elements. 3:30-4:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Bluegrass Scenic Railroad: Pumpkin Patch Train Ride. See Oct. 7. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 7. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 7. F Lexington Public Library: Northside Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 7. Info: 2315500.
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Little Goblins Galore: A family event featuring an enchanted character trail, festive decorations, a happy haunted house, petting zoo and special entertainment. Children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes. 1-5 p.m. $5 for children 12 & under, free for adults. McConnell Springs. Info: 288-2927. Bluegrass Youth Ballet: Presents “Alebrijes: Pedro’s Magical Spirit Creatures.” 2 p.m. $18$21.50. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. Info: 271-4472. Bluegrass Scenic Railroad: Pumpkin Patch Train Ride. See Oct. 6. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Party for the Pumpkins. Enjoy a pumpkin walk, fall-themed activities, snacks, crafts and more. 2-6 p.m. $7 per person, $5 for KCG season pass holders. Free for children under 2. UK Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr. Info: 257-6955. F Mary Queen Fall Festival: Live music, children’s games, bingo, raffles, food and more. 4-11 p.m. Free admission. 601 Hill-n-Dale Drive. Info: www.maryqueenschool.org/mqhr-fall-festival.
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OCTOBER 2018 Monday 15 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 1. The Family Center: Crunch Time. See Oct. 1. F Jessamine County Public Library: Mothergoose Storytime. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Teen Program: Crocheting Workshop. 6-7 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523.
Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers. See Oct. 2. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 2. Northside Branch: Read and Play. See Oct. 2. Tates Creek Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 2. Info: 231-5500.
Carnegie Center: ACT Science, English & Reading Review. 5:30-7 p.m. weekly through Nov. 12. Grades 10-12. $65, includes book. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175.
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Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 1.
F Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See Oct. 3.
F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 1. Babywearing Dance Party. See Oct. 1. Beaumont Branch: No-Carve Pumpkin Art. 5:30 p.m. For tweens. Birding in the Bluegrass: Meet Author Bob Wilcutt. 7 p.m. Eastside Branch: Movers and Shakers. See Oct. 1. Tates Creek Branch: Make Pipe Cleaner Spiders. 6 p.m. For grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.
Tuesday 16 F Sayre School: Open House for prospective families. 8:30 a.m. PreK-12th grade. 194 N. Limestone. Info: 254-1361. BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 2. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 2. F Lexington Latin School: Open House for prospective families. 9-11 a.m. at the Lower School, 483 W. Reynolds Road. Info: 940-7485. 10 a.m.-noon at the Upper School, 410 Sporting Court. Info: 429-8654. F Jessamine County Public Library: Tiny Tinkers: STEAM for Preschoolers. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Tabletop Gaming: Pandemic. 6-8 p.m. Family Storytime. 6:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Fall Foil Painting.” See Oct. 2. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Oct. 2. Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays. See Oct. 2. Baby Moon: The Pump & Grind: Breastfeeding Class. 4-5:30 p.m. Registration required. MaterniTEA, a free casual information session for women and partners from preconception through all trimesters of pregnancy. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: www.babymoonlex.com. F Baptist Health Lexington: Great Expectations. 3-week childbirth education class. 6:15-8:45 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 36 | www.lexingtonfamily.com
BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 3. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 3.
The Family Center: Play Time. See Oct. 3. F Jessamine County Public Library: Preschool Storytime. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Exercise with Ease. 10:30 a.m. Jr. Stem Club: Pumpkin Chunkin. 6-7 p.m. and 7:30-8:30 p.m. Senior Health Care & Financial Issues. 12-1:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Explorium: SMASH Club “Candy Corn Counting.” See Oct. 3. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Oct. 3 F Carnegie Center: International Eating & Reading Night. Bring an ethnic dish to share and a poem in your native language. 6-7 p.m. Adults and children welcome. Free. No registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. F 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. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Movers & Shakers. See Oct. 3. Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 3. Eastside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 3. Tates Creek Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 3. Info: 231-5500.
Thursday 18 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 4. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 4. Redwood Cooperative School: Open House. 9-11 a.m. Enrolling PreK-Elementary. 166 Crestwood Dr. Info: 273-4333.
Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Lollipop Ghosts.” See Oct. 4. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Oct. 4. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Crushed Leaves Collage. See Oct. 4. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 4. Carnegie Center: ACT Math Review. 5:30-7 p.m. weekly through Nov. 15. Grades 10-12. $65, includes book. Registration required. 251 W. Second St. Info: 254-4175. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 4. F Jessamine County Public Library: Veg-Out. 6-7:30 p.m. Job Search Assistance. 4 and 5 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. The Family Center: Night Owls playgroup for working and student parents. 6:15 p.m. $5 per family. 334 E. Main St., Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/familycenterky. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 4. Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Oct. 4. Eastside Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 4. Mini Pumpkin Decorating. 4 p.m. For grades K-5. Northside Branch: 3D Printing Basics. 6 p.m. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 4. Info: 231-5500.
Friday 19 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 5. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 5. The Family Center: Preschool Time. See Oct. 5. Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Pop the Pumpkin.” See Oct. 5. F Jessamine County Public Library: Jump & Jive Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Midi Keyboard Piano Lessons Week 1. 4-5 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time. See Oct. 5. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 5. Devine’s Corn Maze: See Oct. 5. F YMCA of Central Ky: Fall Festivals. Face painting, games, fitness activities, inflatables and more. 6-8 p.m. Free. At all four Lexington YMCA locations. Info: 367-7321. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 5.
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OCTOBER 2018 Eastside Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Oct. 5. Info: 231-5500.
Saturday 20 Baptist Health Lexington: 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. Grandparenting for Baby Boomers and Beyond. 2-4 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 6. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 6.
Boyd Orchards: Jumpin’ Pumpkin Jamboree. See Oct. 7.
Shakers. See Oct. 1. Info: 231-5500.
Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 7.
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Kentucky Children’s Garden: Nature Hike. See Oct. 7. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 7. Baptist Health Lexington: Breastfeeding 101. 2-4 p.m. Free. Registration required. Maternity Unit Tours. 4 & 5 p.m. Free. Registration required at www.baptisthealth.com/lexingtonbabies. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357. Bluegrass Scenic Railroad: Pumpkin Patch Train Ride. See Oct. 7.
Devine’s Corn Maze: See Oct. 6.
F Jessamine County Public Library: STEM Bowling for Everyone. 2-4 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523.
Sky Zone: Toddler Time. See Oct. 6.
Devine’s Corn Maze: See Oct. 7.
Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Fingerprint Apple Trees.” See Oct. 6. Imagination Station, “Marbling Leaves.” See Oct. 6.
Lexington Children’s Theatre: Presents “The Ghosts of Pineville.” 2 p.m. $15 general admission. Recommended for ages 7 & up. LCT Learning Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546.
Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 6. Boyd Orchards: Jumpin’ Pumpkin Jamboree. See Oct. 6.
F Jessamine County Public Library: Intro to JCPL Creative Space. 11 a.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kid’s Corner: “Monster Mash” storytime. See Oct. 6. Kids Open Mic. Come tell jokes during Open Mic. 2 p.m. 161 Lexington Green Cir. Info: 273-2911. Bluegrass Scenic Railroad: Pumpkin Patch Train Ride. See Oct. 6. Lexington Children’s Theatre: Presents “The Ghosts of Pineville.” 2 & 7 p.m. $15 general admission. Recommended for ages 7 & up. LCT Learning Stage, 418 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 6. The Family Center: STEM Saturday: Ocean Exploration. Ages 5-15. $5 per family. 334 E. Main St., Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/ familycenterky. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 6. Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 6. Eastside Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 6. Spooky Fun. 1:30 p.m. For grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.
Sunday 21 F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See Oct. 7. BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 7. 38 | www.lexingtonfamily.com
Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 7. F Lexington Public Library: Northside Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 7. Info: 231-5500.
Monday 22 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 1. The Family Center: Crunch Time. See Oct. 1. F Jessamine County Public Library: Mothergoose Storytime. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Make & Take Craft: Halloween Lantern. 1:30-3 p.m. Coding for Everyone Club: Minecraft. 5-6:30 p.m. Girls Who Code Club. 6:30-8 p.m. Lexington Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Wonder Beans. 6:30-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. 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 Oct. 1. FCPS: Grandparent/Caregiver Support Group. For adults raising the children of relatives. 6:30 p.m. Free. 1140 Harry Sykes Way. Info: 246-6402. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 1. Babywearing Dance Party. See Oct. 1. Eastside Branch: Movers and
BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 2. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 2. F Jessamine County Public Library: Tiny Tinkers: STEAM for Preschoolers. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Intro to Ancenstry.com. 5:30 p.m. Family Storytime. 6:30 p.m. Advanced Searching in Ancestry.com. 7 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Spice Play Dough.” See Oct. 2. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Oct. 2. Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays. See Oct. 2. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers. See Oct. 2. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 2. Northside Branch: Read and Play. See Oct. 2. Fall Family Fun. 6 p.m. Tates Creek Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 2. Info: 231-5500.
Wednesday 24 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 3. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 3. F Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See Oct. 3. The Family Center: Play Time. See Oct. 3. F Jessamine County Public Library: Preschool Storytime. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Books & Bites. 3-4 p.m. Exercise with Ease. 10:30 a.m. LEGO Club: Bricks 4 Kidz. 6:30-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Explorium: SMASH Club “Vampire Handprints.” See Oct. 3. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Oct. 3 F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Movers & Shakers. See Oct. 3. Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 3. Eastside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 3. Tates Creek Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 3. Info: 231-5500.
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OCTOBER 2018 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 4. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 4. Explorium: Mini Da Vinci’s, “Sticky Spider Webs.” See Oct. 4. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time and Baby & Me. See Oct. 4. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Let’s Make a Jack-o-Lantern. See Oct. 4. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 4. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 4. The Family Center: Night Owls playgroup for working and student parents. Special guest: Jessamine County Consumer and Family Sciences. 6:15 p.m. $5 per family. 334 E. Main St., Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/familycenterky. F Trinity Christian Academy: Open House for prospective families. 7 p.m. Preschool-12th grade. 3900 Rapid Run Drive. Info: 271-0079. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 4. Beaumont Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Oct. 4. Eastside Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 4. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 4. Village Branch: Halloween Scene Costume Party. 4 p.m. Info: 231-5500.
Friday 26 FCPS: No classes for preschool. BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 5. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 5. The Family Center: Preschool Time. See Oct. 5. Explorium: Leapin’ Littles, “Monster Mash Dance Party.” See Oct. 5. Parents Night Out. 6-10 p.m. Children must be potty-trained. $15 members, $18 non-members. Reservations required. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. F Jessamine County Public Library: Jump & Jive Storytime. 10:30 a.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Kentucky Children’s Garden: Story Time. See Oct. 5. Gattitown Lexington: Paw Patrol Event, meet and greet with Paw Patrol characters. Visit www.gattitownlexington.com for details. 2524 Nicholasville Road. Info: 277-2323. Shaker Village: Trick-or-Treat. Hayrides, music, crafts and a costume contest. 4-7:30 p.m. $5 per person, free for ages 2 & under. 3501 Lexington Road, Harrodsburg. Info: (859) 734-5411. 40 | www.lexingtonfamily.com
F Safety City Trick or Treat: Treats, fun and a spooky concert performed by SCAPA students. 6-8 p.m. Free. 1160 Harry Sykes Way. Info: 258-3102. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 5. Devine’s Corn Maze: See Oct. 5. LexDance: ContraDance. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing 8-11 p.m. $8 adults, $5 students and first-timers. 522 Patterson St. Info: 552-5433. F Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 5. Eastside Branch: Cuddle Babies. See Oct. 5. Info: 231-5500.
Saturday 27 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 6. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 6. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 6. Boyd Orchards: Jumpin’ Pumpkin Jamboree. See Oct. 6. F Community Montessori School: Open House for prospective families. 10-11:30 a.m. Toddlers (18 months)-8th grade. 725 Stone Road. Info: 277-4805. Lexington Philharmonic: PB&J Concert Series. 10 & 11 a.m. $5 per person. ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. Info: 233-4226. Living Arts & Science Center: 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. Devine’s Corn Maze: See Oct. 6. Sky Zone: Toddler Time. See Oct. 6. F Jessamine County Public Library: Literacy Bell. 10-11 a.m. 9th Annual Boo-Wow Walk. 1-2:30 p.m. Family Book Club Wrap-Up Party. 2-4 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Explorium: Super Saturdays, “Candy Pumpkin Tower Challenge.” See Oct. 6. Imagination Station, “Pumpkin Lanterns.” See Oct. 6. “BOO-seum.” Spooky activities, trick-or-treating, costume contest and Great Pumpkin Show. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. General admission $8. 440 W. Short St. Info: 258-3253. 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: 2576955. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Kid’s Corner: Halloween Costume Party. See Oct. 6. Salato Wildlife Center: Halloween Walk with the Animals. Hay maze, face painting, fishing both and trick-or-treating. 12-4 p.m. $5 per person, free for members. 1 Sportmans Lane, Frankfort. Info: fw.ky.gov. F Halloween Festival: Wicked Wonders Market, a venue for wild, weird and spooky vendors. 2-8 p.m. Cheapside Park. Halloween Variety Show. 6:30 p.m. Thriller and Halloween Parade. 8 p.m. A parade featuring ghosts, ghouls, superheroes, villains and costumed characters followed by a recreation of Michael Jackson’s famous music video. Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza. Info: 288-2925. Kentucky Ballet Theatre: Presents “Dracula.” 2 & 7 p.m. $25-$37. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. Info: 252-5245. Bluegrass Scenic Railroad: Pumpkin Patch Train Ride. See Oct. 6. Shaker Village: Trick-or-Treat. Hayrides, music, crafts and a costume contest. 4-7:30 p.m. $5 per person, free for ages 2 & under. 3501 Lexington Road, Harrodsburg. Info: (859) 734-5411. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 6. The Family Center: Tell Your Story: Creative non-fiction writing workshop. 7 p.m. Ages 13 & up. $10. Register to woodpeckerwritingworkshop@ gmail.com. 334 E. Main St., Wilmore. Info: Fb.me/ familycenterky. LexDance: ContraDance. Beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., dancing 8-11 p.m. $9 adults, $6 students and first-timers. 212 Jefferson St. Berea. Info: (859) 985-5501. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 6. Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 6. Eastside Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 6. Tates Creek Branch: Make Pipe Cleaner Spiders. 2 p.m. For grades K-5. Info: 231-5500.
Sunday 28 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 7. Boyd Orchards: Jumpin’ Pumpkin Jamboree. See Oct. 7. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 7. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Baby & Me. See Oct. 7.
2018 Kentucky Children’s Garden: Nature Hike. See Oct. 7. F 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: iMovie Basics. 1:30-3 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Louisville Zoo: World’s Largest Halloween Party. See Oct. 7. Devine’s Corn Maze: See Oct. 7. Bluegrass Scenic Railroad: Pumpkin Patch Train Ride. See Oct. 7. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 7. F Lexington Public Library: Northside Branch: Family Storytime. See Oct. 7. Info: 231-5500.
Monday 29 BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 1. The Family Center: Crunch Time. See Oct. 1. F Jessamine County Public Library: Mothergoose Storytime. 10 and 11:30 a.m. JCPL Book Club: There There. 6-7 p.m. Mary Todd: A New American Musical. 6:30-8 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. 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. Baby Moon: Prenatal Yoga. See Oct. 1. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 1. Babywearing Dance Party. See Oct. 1. Beaumont Branch: Play + Create: LEGO. 6 p.m. Eastside Branch: Movers and Shakers. See Oct. 1. Info: 231-5500.
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18th ANNUAL ELDER CARE TOUR Your Chance to Learn About Housing Options
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he 18th Annual Elder Care Tour, scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 11, is your opportunity to visit a number of retirement communities to learn about housing options and be entered to win an exciting prize along the way. Lexington Family Magazine is giving away three Gaylord Opryland Vacation Packages that include two nights accommodation for up to four people, tickets to ICE and tickets to Cirque Dreams Holidaze. All who visit one of the retirement communities participating in the Tour between 1:30-5 p.m. will be entered to win. The Tour will provide information about housing for older adults in Central Kentucky in a casual, low-pressure environment, featuring some of the state’s best retirement communities. It is designed for older adults, their adult children and other caregivers. Don’t wait for a crisis to force a decision about elder care housing. Older adults and Sandwich Generation families can benefit from learning about their choices for their own future care, the care of a spouse or for an aging parent. Mark your calendar for Sunday, Nov. 11, 1:30-5 p.m. and be in-the-know about the facilities and services available to older adults in the Bluegrass area. Info: www.LexingtonFamily.com or 223-1765. Y Explorium: Baby Explorers, “Pumpkin Brains.” See Oct. 2.
F Barnes & Noble: Children’s Storytime. See Oct. 3.
F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Oct. 2.
The Family Center: Play Time. See Oct. 3.
Waveland Museum: Tea Tuesdays. See Oct. 2. F The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East: 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 Lexington Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Movers and Shakers. See Oct. 2. Eastside Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 2. Boo Bash Halloween party. 11 a.m. For preschoolers. Northside Branch: Read and Play. See Oct. 2. Boo Bash Halloween party. 11 a.m. For preschoolers. Tates Creek Branch: Baby Jam. See Oct. 2. Info: 231-5500.
BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 2. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 2. F Jessamine County Public Library: Tiny Tinkers: STEAM for Preschoolers. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Intro to JCPL Creative Space. 5:30 p.m. Teen Program: Halloween Party. 6-8 p.m. Family Storytime. 6:30 p.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523.
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Wednesday 31 Halloween BiWater Farm: AutumnFest. See Oct. 3. Evans Orchard: Harvest Festival. See Oct. 3.
F Jessamine County Public Library: Preschool Storytime. 10 a.m. Exercise with Ease. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. 600 S. Main St., Nicholasville. Info: (859) 886-3523. Explorium: SMASH Club “Halloween Around the World.” See Oct. 3. F Joseph-Beth Booksellers: Toddler Time. See Oct. 3 Trick or Treat: Fayette County trick-or-treat hours from 6-8 p.m. F 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. F Lexington Public Library: Central Branch: Movers & Shakers. See Oct. 3. Boo Bash Halloween party. 10 a.m. For preschoolers. Beaumont Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 3. Boo Bash Halloween party. 11 a.m. For preschoolers. Eastside Branch: Preschool Play & Learn. See Oct. 3. Tates Creek Branch: Little Listeners. See Oct. 3. Village Branch: Halloween for Teens. 5 p.m. Info: 231-5500. Y October 2018
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A Rupp Is Creating Her Own Legacy
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Anna Rupp SCHOOL: Lexington Christian Academy. GRADE: 9 SPORTS: Cross-country and track ACADEMICS: Anna is a straight A student who sings in the school chorus and performs in school plays. PARENTS: Cathy & Chip
n only in her first few weeks of high school, Anna Rupp already is creating a legacy for herself as a long distance runner at Lexington Christian Academy. A year ago as an eighth grader, she placed third in the State in the 1A division in the 2 mile after placing fifth in the 1A State cross-country meet. So far this year as a freshman, she has won two meets and placed third in a tristate race in West Virginia. Perhaps it’s not surprising that Anna, 14, would stake out an athletic legacy. If you wondered about her last name, the answer is yes, she is related. Anna is the great granddaughter of legendary Kentucky basketball coach Adolph Rupp. Her father, Chip, starred in basketball at Henry Clay High and played from 1985-88 at Vanderbilt. At 5 feet 4 and 100 pounds, Anna is more than a foot shorter than her father but already is casting a long shadow at LCA. That goes for the classroom as well. She is a 4.0 student who has never received a grade lower than A. “Actually, I had a B for one week in seventh grade in geometry,” she said. “I went to the teacher and said, ‘Oh goodness, I can’t handle this,’ and I brought my grade up to an A.” Goal directed with laser sharp focus, Anna already has mapped out a career path – one you can trace by the stars. She is fascinated by the study of the universe and wants to work for NASA.
Scholar Athlete Scholarship: $3,000 Two Scholar Athletes a year will be picked at random to share the $3,000 Darrell B. Pulliam Memorial Scholarship provided by Mike Pulliam, a Rector Hayden Realtor and instructor at Man O’ War Golf. Other contributors are Barry and Mike Barrett of Auto Excel, local accountant Kenny Frank, Bethany Smith of Smith CPA & Associates PLLC, Howard Smith of Smith Garage Equipment, and Dairy Queen franchise owner Paul Wright. 42 | www.lexingtonfamily.com
The plan is to study physics or chemistry with a minor in astronomy in college. Why the interest in space? “There is so much we haven’t been able to learn about the universe,” she said. “Ever since I first learned about the planets, I’ve been fascinated by the solar system.” Anna is also active in the arts. She sings in the school chorus and has performed in school plays such as “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Beauty and the Beast” and “Peter Pan.” Believe it or not, she was attracted to running because of her experience in horseback riding. A competitive rider for years, she has won countless championships in the Hunter Jumper division. Since she was accustomed to jumping over things, she went out for track in sixth grade and told the coach she wanted to run hurdles. He wisely steered her toward distance running. From seventh to eighth grade she lowered her cross country time nearly a minute to 20:09 and already bested that this year with a 19:57 time. “She has incredible drive, determination and a will to win,” Chip Rupp said. Said Anna: “I’m competitive and I like to feel how fast I can go. Running is a great outlet. It’s difficult to sit all day and tap on a pencil on your desk. I like to go for a run after school.” And it’s been quite a run so far for the girl creating her own legacy. Y
A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Call or e-mail us with your Scholar Athlete nominations.
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