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feb // march 18 PUBLISHER

Jason Tanner jason@tannerpublishing.com

from the editor Well, hello 2018…

EDITOR

Brittany Ross brittany@tannerpublishing.com

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It may be my utter exhaustion from being a new mom, but I feel like time passes so quickly. How is this already the February/March 2018 issue? With two babies at home, I have realized I can’t blink without them growing at a rapid pace and learning something developmentally new what seems like every second.

Obviously, babies, babies, babies are on the brain... so, I guess I am in luck! In this issue’s special section, we focused on—you guessed it—BABIES! Henderson Family Magazine is proud to present to you our 2018 Baby Book, which includes a pregnancy checklist, fun (and free) things you can do with your little ones during the winter months, and a personal list of my baby musthaves.

Also, we incorporated a Kids Takeover special section, with content and ad designs from kids! We had a ton of great submissions, and we appreciate all of the kiddos that submitted ad designs and wrote content for us.

This was such a fun issue!

Of course, we didn’t forget other happenings around Henderson with the City Buzz, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, and a Disney-bound North Middle School Cheer Team.

Robert Williams robert@tannerpublishing.com

LAYOUT & DESIGN

Andrea Roberson Jamie Alexander CONTRIBUTORS

Christina & Matisse Dalton Erika Henderson Lyndi Mauk Brittany Ross Ashley Sorce Donna Stinnett Belle Townsend Amanda Waggener COVER PHOTO

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city buzz [8] music is my nature [12] believe [14] capernaum [16] a safe place to call home [18] KIDS TAKEOVE R

ad design contest winners [22] to my younger self [28] when kids make you lol [29] parental control [30]

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[33] pregnancy timeline [33] 2017’s most popular baby names [34] fun & free things to do with a baby in the winter [35] five must-have baby items [36] rock-a-bye baby program [38] newborn photos from facebook DISCOVE R

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‘ACT II’ OF ARTS ALLIANCE SEASON STARTS IN MID-FEBRUARY Though it is well into planning what will be its 25th-anniversary season, Henderson Area Arts Alliance has three more shows to present in the current performing arts season at Preston Arts Center on the campus of Henderson Community College.

With Stauffer’s retirement, City has acting Chief of Police

The remaining three shows in the season are: Feb. 13, 7:30 p.m.: “The Mountaintop” March 23, 7:30 p.m.: Musician Ben Sollee April 29, 7:30 p.m.: Broadway musical “Cabaret” Ticket information is available at the PAC box office, 270-831-9800.

A 17-year veteran of the Henderson Police Department has been named to fill a vacancy that occurred when Chief Charles “Chip” Stauffer’s retirement went into effect on Dec. 1.

Lt. Jason M. Hargitt was named to the position of acting Chief of Police by City Manager Russell R. Sights. Hargitt will fill the role while City of Henderson staff members and the Board of Commissioners go through the process of hiring a new police chief. That process began shortly after the new year.

Hargitt joined the HPD on July 31, 2000, and has worked as a K-9 handler officer and as a member of the Emergency Response Team in addition to his other duties as a police officer.

He was promoted to sergeant in 2013 and to lieutenant in 2015. A graduate of Evansville’s Memorial High School and the University of Southern Indiana with a bachelor’s degree in sociology, Hargitt also is a graduate of three leadership schools: Westfall Gallagher school of Leadership, Management & Mastering Performance in 2013; The Academy of Police Supervision in 2014; and Southern Police Institute’s Administrative Officer’s Course in 2015.

He has served as president of the local Fraternal Order of Police and has been a varsity athletics coach in both public and private schools.

A resident of Henderson County, Hargitt and his wife Cammie have two daughters: Caeson, 10, and Cassel, 6.

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‘Pocket Park’ coming this spring to Downtown Henderson The City will begin construction this spring on a “pocket park” that will be located in the 200 block of Second Street.

The mini-park is a collaborative project of the City, Downtown Henderson Partnership, Henderson County Tourist Commission, Henderson Audubon Board of Realtors and private partners. The goal is to create a destination spot to enhance and promote economic development in the Central Business District.

The park is tentatively scheduled to open in late spring or early summer.

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SANTA, ELVES ANSWER LETTERS FROM CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK MAILBOX On his way back to the North Pole to pack his sleigh for Christmas Eve, Santa Claus mailed a bundle of reply letters from the post office bearing his name in Santa Claus, Ind. Santa and his elves had offered to answer letters from children that were dropped in his mailbox at the Christmas in the Park display in downtown Henderson’s Central Park if a return address was provided.

City of Henderson Parks Department

officials said Santa received 130 letters in his mailbox.

Parks Department officials also said Santa also got a jolly old chuckle over some of the messages he received.

One little girl asked for many toys but suggested that Santa bring her sister “socks and underwear because she was bad.”

And a little boy attempted to bribe Santa, promising to “slide him some extra cookies” if Santa wrote him back.

Popular requests made in the mail Santa received were for electronics (including iPads and iPhones) and toys.

Many of the letters included requests that Christmas greetings be passed along to Mrs. Claus, the Elves and the Reindeer.

Santa Claus visited Central Park on Saturdays and Sundays during December but left for the North Pole following his Dec. 17 visit.

VIC again offering tax assistance program The Volunteer and Information Center is again offering the Henderson County’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to help with the preparation of income tax.

at the Housing Authority of Henderson, 111 S. Adams St. Site hours are 3 to 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday evenings and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon.

Opening day for tax preparation is Saturday, Feb. 3, and the final day is Saturday, April 14.

Last year, volunteers in the VITA program were able to help nearly 1,000 people in Henderson County get their taxes prepared for free and deposited nearly $1 million in local banks from returns.

The Henderson County VITA site is located

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Fundraisers help K-9 Officer Exo with needed equipment After weeks of fundraising, the Henderson Police Department’s K-9 has a new bullet and stab proof vest.

The various fundraising events—including a dog swim at Aqua City, a Blessing of the Pets held at Holy Name Church, various auctions, a meet and greet with the K-9 unit, and other activities— were spearheaded by Maicie and Kenny Estes and their children, Logan, Melanie, Cameron and Kenny, and Maicie’s mother, Cathy, according to a news release from Henderson Police Officer Kyle Stone, who is Exo’s handler.

“The group, with tremendous help from the community, was able to raise the money to buy Exo the much-needed piece of equipment,” Stone said. “Exo will use the vest during high-risk operations, where a suspect has the potential of being armed.”

The fundraiser didn’t solely benefit Exo, he said.

The campaign was so successful that there was money left over to donate to the Henderson Fraternal Order of Police to assist with their Cops and Kids Christmas shopping fundraiser.

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CITY LAUNCHES PARKING VOUCHER PROGRAM Newcomer’s guide produced by Branding Task Force Folks who are relocating to Henderson or are considering such a move have a fresh new resource to familiarize themselves with this community.

There are also links to the community’s schools as well as youth and adult sports activities, local cultural organizations and civic organizations.

A coalition of community partners, working together as a subcommittee of the Henderson Community Branding Task Force, quickly identified a need for an attractive and entertaining newcomers’ guide.

But it also mirrors the fun nature of the tourism booklet by providing features such as a short newcomer’s trivia quiz of Henderson and an explanation of why a newcomer might hear storm sirens on a clear day at noon on Friday.

“We were very impressed several months ago with what was then the Henderson County Tourist Commission’s new tourist booklet,” said subcommittee Chairman Chuck Stinnett, vice president of chamber services for Kyndle.

Also included is an online “landing page”—HendersonKy.org/hello—with links to the 10 community organizations that partnered on the booklet: Kyndle, the Henderson County Tourist Commission, the Downtown Henderson Partnership, the City of Henderson, Henderson County, the Henderson City-County Planning Commission, the Henderson Audubon Board of Realtors, Methodist Hospital, Qk4 Engineering and the Henderson Area Arts Alliance. Much more information concerning Henderson is available from their websites.

“It was cleverly written and designed, and provided visitors with quick bites of information and images of not only what there is to do in Henderson, but interesting features such as ‘5 Hole in the Wall Restaurants’ to try out here,” Stinnett said.

The branding subcommittee worked with tourism marketing director, Maddy Fritz to introduce new content aimed specifically at newcomers while keeping some of the tourism booklet’s information about Henderson.

The printed edition will be in limited circulation, being made available directly to people who have recently relocated to Henderson, are considering locating here and to companies who have people transferring to this area.

The newcomer’s booklet picks up on the community branding theme that Henderson is where you can “discover your nature.” The cover of the booklet declares: “Welcoming you is our nature!”

However, a downloadable PDF version of the newcomer’s guide will also be available on the landing page as well as the websites of the project partners—including kyndle. us—and on social media.

The booklet provides practical information such as how to locate a Realtor, the great affordability of Henderson housing compared with the national average, where to get utilities turned on and how to obtain a new driver’s license and register their vehicles.

“This booklet won’t answer every possible question a newcomer might have about Henderson, but we think it gives the flavor of Henderson and Henderson County and demonstrates the pride this community has,” said Henderson County Tourist Commission Director, Abby Dixon.

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Parking ticket vouchers that will override an overtime parking violation became available to downtown businesses in good standing on Tuesday, Jan. 2.

Each qualifying business will be issued five vouchers annually that can be used to negate a parking ticket during the calendar year issued. Vouchers can only be used for exceeding the two-hour parking limit.

A representative of the downtown business can collect their allotment of vouchers during regular business hours at the Occupational License Office located on the second floor of the Henderson Municipal Center, 222 First St. The business can attach a voucher to a $5 parking ticket and return it to the City in person or by mail within the designated timeframe for payment of the violation, which is five business days. Only one voucher may be used per parking ticket.

After a work session on the topic of downtown parking, the City Board of Commissioners voted to institute the voucher program. Both actions followed a discussion with community groups and private citizens about amending the downtown parking regulations.

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METHODIST HOSPITAL SWING BED RECOVERY PROGRAM FOR TRANSITIONAL CARE { by: lynn renee steinwachs, vice president/administrator at methodist hospital union county }

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hile there is no place like home, there are times when a person recovering from an illness, stroke or surgery no longer needs acute care but is not ready or able to return to the home environment. Even if the patient’s insurance says he or she no longer qualifies for acute care, another sub-acute, transitional level of care is available at Methodist Hospital Union County — the Swing Bed Recovery Program — where patients can continue their recovery and make progress toward regaining independence.

What is the Swing Bed Recovery program all about?

Methodist Hospital Union County’s Swing Bed Recovery Program is a Medicare-certified skilled nursing and rehabilitation program that is also called transitional care. Our team approach brings together physicians, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, dietitians, speech and respiratory therapists and social services staff to deliver treatment plans tailored to each patient’s recovery goals.

What types of services are offered through the Swing Bed Recovery Program?

The Swing Bed Recovery Program can assist patients recovering

from major surgery, major accident, heart attack or stroke, joint replacement, vascular or abdominal procedures or end stage renal disease. Other patients may require pulmonary rehabilitation, infusion therapy, end of life pain management, nutritional therapy or have wounds that are not healing or need special care.

Who qualifies for admission?

There is no upper or lower age limit to admitting a patient to the Swing Bed Program. Methodist Hospital Union County accepts Medicare, Kentucky Medicaid, private pay and most types of insurance plans.

How are patients referred to the Swing Bed Recovery Program?

Admissions are handled through the Case Management Department at 270-389-5135. Marie White or Shannon Bowles will be happy to discuss the discharge planning process, including transfers to Methodist Hospital Union County for skilled nursing and/or rehabilitation on our Swing Bed transitional care unit, located at 4604 US Highway 60 West in Morganfield.

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Donna Stinnett is the Public Information Officer with the City of Henderson.

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aige Hazelwood is a Henderson native with a passion for playing the piano. The 17-year-old, who is a junior at Henderson

County High School, did not become inspired to start playing until the end of his seventh grade year.

He laughed as he explained that he learned to play the piano to impress a girl he liked. What is most impressive is he is self-taught. He learns by ear and doesn’t read music. “I can listen to something and find it on the keyboard,” he explained.

Once others learned of his talent, he was asked to

audition and join a band called “Five After Five.” I love playing in front of a crowd,” he said.

Upon entering high school, Caige decided to focus on the IT field because he was good with computers and wasn’t heavily involved with music yet. However, this year he joined marching band and men’s chorus. This has opened doors for him to share and expand his talent as a musical student in the School of Fine Arts program. He began playing piano for women’s chorus, was given a solo at his first choir concert and was asked to play and speak about a refurbished piano on the School of Fine Arts Facebook page where he received over 2,000 views.

“Five After Five” is currently working on releasing an album, which Caige and his band

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members are hopeful will lead to a bright future.

College will definitely be in his future if those dreams don’t work out. He would like to major in Jazz Band, Performing Arts or Music Production.

Caige hopes to see more Henderson students become involved in music. “It introduces a whole new world to maybe some kids who haven’t found something they can express themselves in,” he explained. “I’ve never been able to express myself, ever, before piano. Music in general has made me a person I am proud to say I am today.”

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Lyndi Mauk was born and raised in the Bluegrass State. She is grateful to be going through life alongside her husband and best friend, Brandon, and being a mother to their little girl.

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A FREE tax preparation service for the Henderson community

ARTICLE SPONSORED BY UNITED WAY OF HENDERSON COUNTY

“In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.”

–Benjamin Franklin

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hat may be the most depressing quote, ever. In Henderson County, Kentucky, luckily, taxes do not have to be equated with death. Thanks to the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, the process of getting your taxes done is much easier than ever before.

A former United Way program, according to Executive Director Melissa Clements, the VITA is program provides free, basic income tax return preparation by IRScertified volunteers. The program now falls under the Volunteer and Information Center (a United Way partner) and served 874 people in 2016, according to VIC Executive Director Susan Sauls. Sauls said VITA benefits not just those who get their taxes filed, but the whole community.

“Last year, we filed tax returns for 874 people, and those returns totaled about 1.2 million dollars,” Sauls said. “So, what that did was, it allowed them to use that money however they were going to use it: to pay some bills, to put it in savings, to

do whatever they want to do. It did put back into the community.”

VITA has been a program in the Henderson community for nine years. Volunteers serve people on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Sauls said though it is busy the first few days, most people are very patient and appreciative of the free service.

Sauls said the program would not be possible without its volunteers, who are required to go through IRScertified training to participate.

“This year, we have 26 volunteers,” Sauls said. “We have some new volunteers who have not been with us in the past. Some of our volunteers have been with us for 8 or 9 years, which I think speaks very well of the program.”

With more volunteers and an added site at the Gathering Place Senior Center, Sauls said she hopes the program can serve over 1000 individuals this year.

“We’re very excited because we’re going to have a second site at the Gathering Place,” Sauls said. “What that will do, is it gives people another option. It puts us in a different part of town, and it might be easier for those that live out on the north side of town, rather than going through town.”

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For more information or to sign up to be a volunteer for the program call the Volunteer and Information Center office at 270-831-2273 or visit volunteerhenderson.org.

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Who qualifies for this service?

People who generally make $60,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns.

What must I bring to file my taxes?

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Picture ID Social Security cards for self, spouse, and children, or Individual Taxpayer ID number (ITIN) for self, spouse and children Income information (W-2s) Information for other additional income (Social Security, Unemployment, etc.)

Proof of tuition expenses (1098-T from college) Information for all deductions and credits For Direct Deposit: Personal bank account number and bank’s routing number Proof of Health Insurance (1095).

Where are the VITA sites located and when are they open?

The program begins February 3 and runs through April 14.

Henderson Housing Authority 111 South Adams Street Mondays and Tuesdays 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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The Gathering Place Senior Center 1817 N Elm Street Wednesdays, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Both sites will coincide with the school schedule for inclement weather. The Housing Authority location will be closed Saturday, March 31, 2018, for the Easter Holiday.

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xtremely talented and bright North Middle School students gather in Central Academy gymnasium to

the stunts and routine perfect,” Erin Williams, North

practice. Some are injured with stubbed toes, mashed

Haven Schwartz, the newest member to the team

fingers, and bruised muscles, but they push through and

adds, “It’s hard at times, but a good experience. The

practice anyway. They refuse to let anything get in the

second day of tryouts I fractured my hip, but I pushed

way of achieving their goals.

through tryouts and made it. We’ve got a good chance at

winning, we just need to practice more and become more

North Nation has 36 cheerleaders and 25 will take the

Middle School Head Cheer Coach explains.

mat. So far this year, they have competed for Universal

confident about our abilities.”

Cheer Association (UCA), and won at Kentucky

Association of Pep Organization Sponsors (KAPOS)

Many stay with her if their parents are out of town. They

regionals. At state, they competed against 16 other teams

often get together on the weekends to have pizza and

and placed 4th. The top four teams’ scores were very

watch cheer videos when they’re not practicing. “We do

close, and now it is time for them to focus on the UCA

practice a lot, probably more than other teams, but we

National Competition in February at Disney. They will

also focus on homework. We do homework before and

be the first Henderson middle school to ever attend, and

after games and practices. I also keep a close eye on them

the only team to go since 2012.

and monitor their social media to make sure everyone is

where they need to be.”

“UCA is the most pristine competition there is, and

Erin states she treats the kids as if they were her own.

we will be going against over 30 teams. It is very hard

Kendall Ralph has practiced gymnastics, dance,

to make the finals. That’s why we really need to get

and tumbling, but she enjoys cheer the most because of

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the social aspect. “I’ve been in cheer for three years now and cheerleading is just more fun. I like coming together as a group and being a team,” she adds.

Journey McElroy and Peggy Shultz have both been in cheer since the fourth grade, and they also like hanging out with the team and getting to learn new things like back handspring tucks and standing tucks. They both agree a positive attitude during practices will help alleviate some of the stress and pressure they’re under at the moment. Peggy adds, “If you want to achieve your dreams, work hard and never give up.”

It is very expensive to send the cheerleaders to competitions.

Fundraising is done throughout the year to help offset the cost, but it still requires each parent to pay a great deal of money to send their child.

“Some parents have more than one child on the team, and the average cost is over $800 for each child to go. So, if anyone would like to donate or help sponsor North Nation, please contact North Middle School. We welcome community partners,” explains Cindy Williams, Henderson County Schools Public Relations Officer and North Middle School Assistant Cheer Coach.

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Erika Henderson is a freelance writer and life-long resident of Henderson County. She’s a nature lover and enjoys cooking, baking, and growing her own food.

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“If you want to

achieve your dreams, work hard and never give up.”

-Peggy Shultz, North Nation Cheerleader

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Capernaum

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“You will never be able to out-love these kids.”

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nce a month, down the blue unit hall at Henderson County High school, a room full of very special people

During their December meeting, they celebrated

meet. Before even entering the room, you can feel the

led by Casey Davis, Young Life Staff Associate, decorated

excitement inside by the sound of joyful voices that seep out

cookies, wrapped gifts to donate to a local family in need

of the doorway and into the empty halls of the school. Inside

and listened to a lesson about how and why we should be

that room, you will find teachers from the high school,

generous. Young Life has been a part of my life since I was

community leaders and high school students volunteering

a middle schooler,” Davis said. “I met the Lord through

their time and serving the needs of teens and young adults

Young Life and have always had a passion for youth getting

with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.

an opportunity to meet the Lord just as I had.”

Young Life, a nonprofit, nondenominational outreach

program for middle school and high school students as well

are also devoted to seeing this program meet its goals. Julie

as for young adults, now has a new program they are offering

O’Nan, Becca Dickens and Andrea Williams, all special

in Henderson called Capernaum. Steve Treece, Young Life

education teachers at Henderson County High School,

Area Director, says “The goal of Capernaum is to give people

and Paula Wilson, program assistant, volunteer their time

with disabilities the same opportunity to hear the gospel and

after school to serve at Capernaum. “We started this in

experience the gift of life as able-bodied people have.” He

September. It helps them develop friendships and provides

explains that, “The name comes from a small middle eastern

an after school activity for our special needs people,” O’Nan

fishing village where the Bible records that Jesus did some

says. “I would like to see this program grow to where we can

of his most amazing miracles. Today, when you enter the city

extend this service into adulthood. Many of my students stay

there is a sign that reads ‘Capernaum, the city of Jesus.’”

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Christmas with a focus on teaching generosity. The students,

In addition to the Young Life staff, teachers and students

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little for them to do,” the 22-year veteran of the school says.

him, “Yes Hunter, I sure am.”

A few Henderson County High School students see value

“You will never be able to out-love these kids.” Treece said,

in the program as well and invest their time after school being,

“They always return more love than they are given.”

what Young Life refers to as, “Student Buddies.” On this

As Capernaum grows in participants, the need will

day, Gabbie Waggener, 11th grade, and Lauren Cummings,

increase for both volunteers and funding. They will soon

12th grade, were sitting in the middle of the participants in

need a location, larger than the school’s classroom, to meet

the classroom, talking, laughing and helping them decorate

and accommodate the increasing number attending. They

cookies and wrapping gifts. “I was a peer tutor with them

are counting on the compassionate hearts of the people

last year. I just really enjoy them,” said Lauren as she holds

of Henderson to support this program. If you are not able

pieces of tape to assist the students at her table with their

volunteer or donate, there is another way you can help that

gift-wrapping project. Kendra, an 11th grade student with

anyone can do and is free of charge: prayer. “Young Life is a

special needs, interjects, “It’s good. I like all of it!” Liz, a

ministry that is based on prayer. We ask for prayer from every

2014 graduate of the school who has autism, says quietly, “It’s

believer in our community,” says Treece.

nice.” On the other side of the room, Gabbie sits at a table

If you would like additional information about how to

and listens to Hunter, 12th grade, and Eli, 10th grade, tell

connect a special needs teen or young adult to this program or

her about the Christmas decorations at their houses. Gabbie

if you are interested in volunteer and donation information,

plans to pursue a career in special needs education after she

please email Casey Davis at cnmillhof@gmail.com or by

graduates from high school. “They are all just so genuine

visiting henderson.younglife.org.

in here. They have good hearts,” the teen said. When asked what his favorite part of Capernaum was, Hunter stands up from his chair and points to Gabbie, saying, “Her. She’s my friend.” A wide smile appears across her face as she replied to

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Amanda Waggener is a blogger for the Huffington Post, author of No Grit No Pearl blog site and is a native of Henderson. She and her husband are the parents of two teenagers who they are raising with as much zeal as they can muster.

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randi Harris was alone, homeless, and emotionally broken when she came to the Father Bradley Shelter. She had gotten behind on her bills and ended up losing her house. She stayed at a hotel for a few weeks until all her funds were depleted, that’s when she finally broke down and called Sharon.

Sharon Hazelwood is the director of the Father Bradley Shelter, and she has been with the shelter ever since it opened in 2001.

Sharon explained to Brandi if she was willing to go through their program, then she could come stay.

Brandi did not hesitate.

“It was such a huge relief for me when Sharon told me I could come stay. I was just so thankful to have a place to call home. A place where my girls could come spend Christmas with me. We are happy and safe here!” Brandi exclaims.

Sixteen years ago, Father Bradley, Mary Ann Thrasher, and Sister Mary Paulette Cain saw a need for a homeless shelter; one that would house women and their children in Henderson. The Father Bradley Shelter has served over 2,400 women and children since December 1, 2001. The shelter has five bedrooms and 22 beds along with washers and dryers, and it is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Sharon states, “Several businesses in Henderson and many individuals have helped to make the Father Bradley Shelter a success. Numerous grants

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are applied for each year, and those grants help with housing, the upkeep of the building, and upgrades to beds, mattresses, furniture, and heating/air units. All personal hygiene and cleaning supplies are donated. Powder laundry detergent is the best, because it can be divided easily. The only thing we don’t accept at the shelter is clothing because we don’t have the room to store it, but our people are able to get what they need from the Salvation Army and St. Vincent DePaul with a voucher from us.”

Every year the shelter tries to get each resident a Christmas present with any money that’s left over from the year. When Brandi was asked what she wanted for Christmas she replied, “I could really use a new tire. It keeps going flat.”

Brandi got four new tires, a front end alignment, and all her car fluids filled for Christmas. Sharon recalls, “When I went back to tell her, she just started crying and it was so touching. I like a humble and giving heart, and it was awesome for the shelter to be able to provide her with something she needed so much.”

The program includes case work from the time an individual walks through the door until after they leave.

Paperwork is filed and a case worker is assigned. Every resident must have a birth certificate, social security card, and Tuberculosis test before being entered into the Homeless Management Information System mandated by the state.

Residents sit with a case worker bi-weekly to establish and review an individualized budget based on income and debt. Goals are explored and a plan for the future is developed. Those who are not employed, begin looking for work within a few days.

“Many in poverty are not taught the life skills necessary to become successful. Therefore, we try to teach our residents and their children everything they will need to become independent and conservative,” Sharon adds.

A schedule of classes is posted each month for residents to attend: Life Studies with Zion Baptist Church, Domestic Violence with Oasis, cooking classes with the Extension Office, and financial (Bank on Henderson) classes with Old National Bank. The library donated two computers with math and reading tutor programs available for the

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children. Transportation is also provided to all Henderson schools and bus tokens are given to the adults, and if needed, professional counseling from Light House or River Valley can be provided.

Brandi explains, “We have a grocery list of certain items we are required to purchase each month. We are taught what items to purchase that will last all month and how to prepare nutritious meals. We have chores assigned to us each night and everyone does what they are supposed to do.

Every weekend our bedrooms are cleaned and inspected by the staff. We also eat dinner together every night and we all help cook and clean up. We are a family that works together. It’s a safe place for us here and I’m so grateful.

I’ve been here about a week and it has already changed my life. My kids are comfortable here. Everyone is like a family, surrounded by good people.”

The typical stay is three to five months, at which time the resident will have saved enough money to have a security deposit, one month’s rent, and utilities. Last year, 68% of the shelter’s residents were successful and are still in housing and working.

“As soon as a resident is admitted it is immediate relief that takes over and a huge weight is lifted off their shoulders,” Sharon admits. “Many are so broken when they come here, and then after a few days you start to see them opening up and smiling. You can see the walls begin to come down because they are safe and getting a good night’s sleep.”

“Many people are living in hotels or couch surfing, where people will spend a night or two at one place and then go somewhere else for a few nights. It’s not good for the children and it’s not helping the individuals get ahead,” Sharon urges. “If you know someone who could benefit from the Father Bradley Shelter, please send them our way. We can help provide a safe place to stay, and we can help them pay off debt and start over.”

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Erika Henderson is a freelance writer and life-long resident of Henderson County. She’s a nature lover and enjoys cooking, baking, and growing her own food.

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The Kids Takeover Ad Design contest was a huge success! Kids from across the city and county completed the ad templates and returned them to the Henderson County Tourism office for their chance to win. Each business judged the entries and chose the winners.

And Henderson Family staff members even got to pick our own favorites!

Thank you to all of the kids who entered the contest and for all of the businesses that participated:

WOODARD COOLING & HEATING HENDERSON COUNTY TOURISM COMMISSION HENDERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY REDBANKS FARMER & FRENCHMAN WINERY HENDERSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE UK HENDERSON CO. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICES OWENSBORO HEALTH

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ad design contest winners Designed by:

Gerald Thomas Age: 11

1500 S Green St Henderson, KY 827-COOL • 827-HEAT woodardcoolingandheating.com

Designed by:

Rose Hobbs Age: 11

101 N. Water St, Ste B Henderson, KY 270-826-3128 hendersonky.org

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amazing kids! “

Ava Eblen is a fifth grade student at Spottsville Elementary. She is involved in cross-country, basketball, academic team and has earned over 500 accelerated reader (AR) points so far this school year. Ava loves helping out in our school library as a library assistant. She is a great role model and leader at Spottsville!

—Sarah Eastbrook, Spottsville Principal

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The Cairo Elementary student body (Pictured: Myles Puckett, Mollie Tappan, Kylar Hayden, Penny Nash, and Akeelah Taylor) participated in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Pennies for Patients fundraiser/ campaign this year. Throughout the month of November, our students raised money for this great cause and we reached our goal of $1,000!

—Brooke Shappell, Cairo Principal

Our third grade class surpassed our 500 point accelerated reader (AR) goal which was our individual goals combined then doubled. Everyone met their individual goal also with 80% or better comprehension! Setting goals... exceeding goals!

—Jennifer Hollis, Teacher at East Heights Elementary

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ad design contest winners Designed by:

Natalie Kay Ross Age: 11

101 South Main Street Henderson, KY 270-826-3712 hcpl.org

Designed by:

Jaycie Beals Age: 9

851 Kimsey Lane Henderson, KY 270-826-6436 redbanks.org

amazing kids!

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The girls in second through fifth grades at Niagara Elementary participated in GLEAM Team this year. GLEAM stands for Girls Leading in Engineering and Math. They worked with their teacher and Murray State University students in hands-on, minds-on activities to learn about careers and learning opportunities in the STEM field.

— Bonny Davenport, Teacher at Niagara Elementary

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Our ‘Kind Kids Club’ is a new club that was started this year by Mrs. Mary Anne Siewert and she is assisted by Mrs. Anne Buchanan. The ‘Kind Kids Club’ is made up of kindergarten through 5th grade students who meet once a month to spread joy to others. The ‘Kind Kids Club’ will do random acts of kindness for those around the school or hopefully even the community such as giving treats to the custodians and cafeteria workers, writing thank you notes to our teachers, and making Christmas decorations to give out to the nursing home.

While at the nursing home, students sang Christmas carols, took homemade crafts to residents, and gave away candy canes.

—Brooke Shappell, Cairo Principal

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Designed by:

Lexie Trigg Age: 11

12522 Highway 41 South Henderson, KY 270-748-1856 farmerandfrenchman.com

Designed by:

Maliyah Mcguire Age: 11

2660 S Green St. Henderson, KY 270-827-1867 henderson.kctcs.edu

Designed by:

De’Kias Suggs Age: 10

3341 Zion Road Henderson, KY 270-826-8387 henderson.ca.uky.edu

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ad design contest winners Designed by:

Eva Garcia Age: 9

Pediatrics 1200 Barret Boulevard Henderson, KY owensborohealth.org/pediatrics

Designed by:

Gabby Melvin Age: 9

Urgent Care 1200 Barret Boulevard Henderson, KY owensborohealth.org/urgent

Designed by:

Leo Recendez Age: 11

Healthplex 1200 Barret Boulevard Henderson, KY owensborohealth.org/healthplex

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Staff: Picks

We had too many great entries to pick just one from each business! Here are some more creative designs we loved!

Jenna, 10 Henderson County Public Library

Eddie, 11 Henderson Tourism Commission

Ethan, 9 Woodard Cooling & Heating

Kaniyah, 9 Henderson Community College

Brooklyn, 11 Redbanks

Ciara, 11 UK Henderson Co. Cooperative Extension Services

Oakley, 6 Farmer & Frenchman Winery

Kenslie, 9 Owensboro Health

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kids takeover

{ by: belle townsend }

To my Younger Self: I

see you. The other kids may not see you unless it into the tired eyes of the Walmart cashiers and ask how is to poke fun or copy off of, but I see you. I know

their day is before they ask you. Genuinely listen to

you’re tired of hearing that this is the best time of your

their response. Listen to others to understand, not to

life, and I know that it is not. You will see the world

just respond. This will allow you to have meaningful

one day; the world truly is yours. You struggle to make

conversations with others and make meaningful

friends now, but you will soon struggle to make enough

relationships. These will mean the world to you one

time for all of them. There is so much love in the world

day.

that you have yet to see; you need only wait to see it all.

Find something you like and invest all you are

I do have some things to ask of you, however.

into it whether it be a sport or an instrument. Smile

at strangers. Do not be sad if they do not smile back.

Hold the door for every person you encounter. Look

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That reflects their character, not yours.

Learn your multiplication tables front and

back. You will never not need to know them.

When Kids Make you LOL STORIES FROM FACEBOOK

Learn as much as you can, actually. Your education is the only thing that can’t be taken from you. Learn how to write in cursive. It looks fancy. Why not live life fancily?

Eat the cupcake, but also eat your vegetables. Listen to your body. Take care of it. It is the only one you have. Drink when you are thirsty, eat when you are hungry, and rest when you need to. But still... eat the cupcake.

Never be afraid of looking stupid when you

dance. Trust me; you look a lot cooler than you think you do. No one ever regretted taking a picture. Take so many pictures and laugh at

“I took my 3-ye ar-old son, Marshall, to a baby shower a few months ago an d right after w e left the party he as ked me, ‘Whe re was the baby and why didn ’t the baby get a sh ower –Danielle Crafto ?’” n

“My daughter Addison was around five years old.

One day I said, ‘Let’s go to the Goodwill,’ and she replied ‘I want to go to the Badwill.’”

–Jennifer Wilkerson-Daniel

“While taking my 5-year-old grandson home recently, we were having a conversation about a doctor’s appointment from earlier in the day.

I handed him his written prescription and told him to make sure he gave it to his mom. He wanted to know what it was and I said, ‘It’s your antibiotic; it will make you feel better.’ I could tell he was in deep thought and he finally asked, ‘Memaw, how is this piece of paper gonna make me feel better?’”

–Kim Stone Mays

anyone that makes fun of you for it. Laugh at anyone that makes fun of you for anything.

Never try to get revenge. The best form of revenge is not caring enough to want it.

Always believe in magic. I am seventeen now, younger me, and I still believe Harry Potter was based on a true story. No one can convince me otherwise.

Lastly, love. Love. Love. Show love to everyone you meet and compassion to those you may not even speak to. You never know what that could mean to them.

DO NOT worry about “being cool.” Even if you’re deemed not cool, nerds have so much more fun anyway.

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Love always, Your older, nerdier, and happier self Belle Townsend is a Senior at Henderson County High School.

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“When my son was two, we pulled up at a drive-thru to place our order, I rolled my window down, and I guess he rolled his down at the same time. The lady asked us if she could take our order. Before I could say anything, my 2-year-old says from the back, ‘Um, yeah, can I get some chicken nuggets, french fries, apple juice, and don’t forget my toy.’ We had no idea he could say those things, and we were shocked. The lady laughed. I laughed. I told her he was only two and I didn’t know if we should be ashamed or proud.

The moment I realized I might need to cook more often.”

–Amanda Christine Curlin

“Asking my child abou t his first day of kindergarte nI asked, ‘Was anyone up set and crying?’ His reply, ‘Yeah, a bunch of ad ults!’”

–Cynthia Nunn

“My nephew calls my mom (his grandma) Goo. When he was a little kid, they were walking, and my dad said, ‘Watch out for goose poop!’ He turned to my mom and said, ‘Goo, why’d you poop on the ground?’”

–Katie Giles

“Our 3-year-old son had just gotten out of the bath and had the towel wrapped around him. I said to him, ‘You’re beautiful,’ to which he responded, ‘Don’t say that, Mom! I don’t have any clothes on!’”

–Jennifer Farber

“My daughter was reading something that had the abbreviation ‘misc.’ in it. She asked me what that word was. I told her miscellaneous. She said, ‘I hear about her all the time, who is Miss Ellaneous?’”

–Tammy Vaught

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{ Q & A w i t h c h r i s t i n a d a l t o n & d a u g h t e r, m a t i s s e }

parental

control Q: I have a 12 year-old-girl and she has been having some issues at school with kids wanting to make fun of her. She comes home and cries about it. We are in that awkward phase of braces and acne. I think her self-esteem is already a little low from that. What advice can I give her to help?

A: Well, if people are making fun of her, I would personally ignore them, or in another case I would use reverse psychology. Like if they called me, “brace face” for example, I would say, “Thanks! Don’t you like them?”

Or something else that might trick the bully into thinking that it doesn’t bother me anymore. If bullies think that it bothers her then they will keep making fun of her. But if she acts like she’s cool with it, then they will probably quit doing it. Kids can be mean sometimes, but tell her to think about how awesome her teeth are going to be when she gets her braces off.

Q: I am divorced and my son, who is 10, goes back and forth between my house and his dad’s. When he comes home from being with his dad, he is sometimes disrespectful to me and it takes him a day or two to get back to normal. This is new for me and I just wonder what advice you might have to make this transition smoother?

A: My mom and dad are divorced too. When I was younger I remember my mom telling me that I acted different coming home from my dad’s house.

A suggestion

would be to ask him (your son) what his dad does for discipline. Then you could try to do something similar to each other. My mom and dad talked to each other a lot and tried to always use the same kind of discipline, so it was consistent for me. If I was in trouble for something they would tell my Nana, Papa, and my Mimi, so no matter where I went everyone knew what I was in trouble for too. I didn’t like it either.

But I think this is something that would help you and maybe things will be the same everywhere for your son.

Q: Do you think that kids should automatically get an allowance or should they have to do chores to earn money?

A: In my opinion, I think kids should have chores to earn an allowance. This teaches them how to work hard, have persistence and use and distribute money. Don’t let them just blow their money on a toy in one day either. Make them save it up and be responsible.

It will make them feel good about themselves. I saved up money that I earned doing chores, Christmas money and my birthday money two years ago. I used the money to buy a phone. It made me feel really good that I could buy that myself. I think it’s good when a kid has certain chores, but they can also earn extra money by doing other stuff.

My mom will give me extra money for doing chores that she doesn’t want to do like cleaning the windows. And I don’t mind doing it because I like using the squirt bottle!

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Matisse Dalton is a an 8th grader at Burns Middle School. Her hobbies include playing the cello, basketball, and softball. She also loves unicorns, llamas, and Stranger Things.

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Having a baby can be the most joyful time in a couple’s life. But there are a lot of unknowns leading up to that moment and a lot more unknowns to come. The Henderson Family Baby Book is full of advice on how to deal with those unknowns. Check out our pregnancy timeline, the Methodist Hospital Rock-A-Bye Baby program, must-have baby items and more.

We know first-hand that life with a new baby is both challenging and rewarding.

Henderson Family wants to be there to support you through the challenges and celebrate the victories. After all, we are all in this parenting thing together.

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Pregnancy Timeline { by: ashley sorce }

Weeks 1-8 [ [ [ [ [

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Take pregnancy test Tell your partner the good news Find an OB/GYN Schedule prenatal checkup Research insurance — how does it deal with pregnancy and children? [ ] Figure out how pregnancy, baby and maternity leave will affect finances [ ] Create a savings plan for your child’s future expenses [ ] Make a budget to start saving now

Weeks 8-12

[ ] Start buying maternity clothes [ ] Research photographers for maternity photos [ ] Start thinking about baby names

Weeks 12-16

[ ] Start planning maternity leave and postpartum work schedule [ ] Tell boss about pregnancy [ ] Milestone: Tell friends and family?

2017’s most

Baby Names popular

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Weeks 16-20

[ ] Send out shower invites [ ] Register for shower gifts

[ ] Start planning nursery [ ] Look into childcare options [ ] Standard mid-pregnancy ultrasound [ ] Milestone: Find out baby’s gender? [ ] Milestone: Hear baby’s heartbeat? [ ] Milestone: First baby kick? [ ] Milestone: Belly starting to show?

Weeks 20-24

[ ] Start pediatrician interviews [ ] Research and sign up for childbirth classes [ ] Figure out baby shower logistics (date, host, location, guests, etc.)

Weeks 24-28

[ ] Update or write will, including directions for child’s inheritance and guardianship [ ] Purchase life insurance [ ] Update 401(K) and retirement account beneficiaries [ ] If using a doula, start interviews [ ] Start childcare interviews

top 10 Girl names Sophia Olivia Emma Ava Isabella

Mia Aria Riley Zoe Amelia

Weeks 28-32 [ [ [ [

] ] ] ]

[ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]

Babyproof house Prepare birth plan Baby shower Send thank-you notes for gifts (start one week after shower) Have maternity pictures taken Cook and freeze meals for after delivery Start childbirth class Milestone: Others feel baby move?

Weeks 32-36 [ [ [ [ [ [

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Buy any baby items still needed Put finishing touches on nursery Get car seat inspected Pack hospital bag Milestone: Last day of work Milestone: Last week to fly safely (week 35)

Weeks 36-40 [ ] BABY!

top 10 boy names Jackson Liam Noah Aiden Lucas

Caden Grayson Mason Elijah Logan

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Fun & Free things to do

PHOTO BY DARRIN PHEGLEY // HENDERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

with a baby in the winter

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{ by: brittany ross }

s a stay-at-home mom, I am conflicted on whether to leave the house during the winter months. Not only have we had a crazy cold winter, but the flu has also been widespread in Kentucky—so I am hesitant to take my babies out of the house. However, as many stay-at-home moms know, staying in the house too long has the potential to affect your sanity. Case in point, I know every single song from every toy my babies have (and I often hum these tunes when I am making dinner).

With that said, I think it’s important to know the free (or REALLY cheap) places to frequent with your baby or toddler during these bitterly cold months.

Henderson County Public Library Have you attended a free children’s event at the library?

I highly encourage those with toddlers to attend Toddler Tales, which is a fast-paced story time with puppets, flannel boards, music, and movement on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. For after-hours parents, they also have Read, Sing, and Play on Mondays at 6 p.m. This program includes fun stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for the entire family!

YMCA With a membership… did you know that the YMCA has free childcare? During certain hours every day of the week, the YMCA offers childcare to Y members so parents can get their workout on. Also, the Y also offers a Water Babies class ($30 for members and $45 non-members) in the Preston Foundation Warm Water Therapy Pool. For babies six months to three years, this class provides the ideal opportunity for infants and toddlers to become acclimated to an aquatic environment.

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the kiddo, so make sure you bring a swimsuit or trunks for yourself!

John James Audubon State Park Museum and Nature Center Sometimes, I just want to get out and walk around, but the cold weather prevents me from doing so. Thus, this is where the Audubon State Park Museum and Nature Center come into play. Though closed on Mondays and Tuesdays through March 15, Wednesdays-Sundays, they are open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the museum for families (two adults and two children) is $12, adults 18 and older is $5, children 6-17 is $3 and children 5 and under are free! Also free is the park’s Nature Center and Art Gallery featuring local artists (which is housed in the same building as the Museum). So get out your stroller and get your walk on (indoors) for little to no cost!

McDonald’s PlayPlace (US Highway 41 N) OK, this may be a bit of a stretch for babies, but for toddlers, this rocks! As you know, young children need to burn off that extra energy. Since park playgrounds are likely out of the question, what’s better than McDonald’s super awesome PlacePlace? Parents can enjoy free wifi and a cheeseburger while watching their children in action.

Visit all of these places without having to cross the river. What are you waiting for? Get out there and see what Henderson has to offer!

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Brittany Ross is Managing Editor of Henderson Family Magazine and a regular contributer.

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The Baby Book

Five MUST-HAVE Baby Items

Before having babies, I had no idea what I needed and what I didn’t need. While registering for gifts at Baby-R-Us, I picked random items from generic must-have lists online; however, now that the girls are here, I feel like there are items I couldn’t live without. I am by no means an expert, but I feel like this might help future moms make more informed decisions for their babies.

GRACO DREAMGLIDER 2 IN 1 GLIDING SWING & SLEEPER. My husband and I wouldn’t be able to make it through this life without the DreamGlider. This bassinet glides and vibrates to soothe our girls and provides a secure place for sleeping. This has been a lifesaver!

F R I D A B A B Y N A S A L A S P I R AT O R .

Please do not judge me on this item. At first, I thought it was totally gross, but if you are looking to maximize the amount of snot to pull from your fussy baby’s nose at 2 a.m., you must invest in this product. Bulb aspirators did not work for me and though it takes some getting used to… I couldn’t live without it.

C O S T: $ 1 7 9 . 9 9 A T B A B I E S - R - U S

C O S T: $ 1 4 . 8 6 A T W A L M A R T

B A N D A N A D R O O L B I B S B Y M U M B Y. With all of the spitting up and drool coming my way, we are constantly changing bibs and washing them. I bought a 12 pack of 100% organic cotton front/100% polyester fleece back bibs that are super soft and stylish for the girls. The size is adjustable so the girls can wear them (at four months) through 24 months. They are also totally easy to snap on and off with nickel-free snaps.

C O S T: $ 1 8 . 9 5 O N A M A Z O N

INFANTINO GROW-WITH-ME A C T I V I T Y G Y M & B A L L P I T. This little mat rocks our world. I love to lay the girls down on it to stimulate their little minds with colors and shapes. I cannot wait for them to get a little older because it eventually becomes a ball pit (who doesn’t love their own ball pit?) C O S T: $ 4 9 . 8 0 A T W A L M A R T

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DR. BROWN’S OPTIONS BABY BOTTLES. I am a believer in these bottles. As an exclusive breast-pumping mom, these bottles rock! These bottles are known for reducing colic, spit-up, burping, and gas through vacuum-free feeding.

You can get the original bottles, but I like the “options” bottles because they can be used with or without the vent system.

C O S T: $ 1 2 . 8 9 F O R ( 8 O U N C E S , 3 C O U N T ) AT WALMART

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Rock-ABye Baby

CHRIS HEDRICK, METHODIST HOSPITAL VOLUNTEER FOR THE NEW ROCK-A-BYE BABY PROGRAM IN THE NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (NICU), IS PICTURED WITH EMMA, DAUGHTER OF RYAN AND DANIELLE RHOADS.

A program to support babies in the NICU

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{ by: brittany ross }

s expectant parents, we set a lot of expectations.

During pregnancy, women want the “pregnancy

feeding issues, anemia, jaundice, and bradycardia. During

glow.” We want to have a fun gender reveal party.

that time, the Greers spent a great deal of time visiting

We want to design the perfect nursery. We have a baby

Ronan in the NICU, driving back-and-forth each day. “It

shower to celebrate with family and friends.

was incredibly stressful for our family… especially when it

was unrealistic for both Matthew and me to be there with

We plan our labor and delivery meticulously with our

Ronan stayed in the NICU for 10 days to overcome

doctors. Will we have a natural birth? Pain medication? A

him around-the-clock.”

Cesarean-section? Skin-to-skin with our babies?

Greer’s experience is certainly not unlike many families in

We also plan for our babies to be healthy and whether it

While Ronan is now a thriving 18-month-old boy, the

is few days or a few weeks, any visit to the Neonatal Intensive

the tri-state area.

Care Unit (NICU) can be a terrifying experience for new

parents. Matthew and Lindsey Greer became parents to their

baby program in their NICU. Terri Nunn, BSN, RNC, OB/

son, Ronan, five weeks early in 2016. Lindsey said Ronan’s

Labor-Delivery/Nursery/NICU Manager at Methodist said

birth created a completely different birthing experience

the Rock-A-Bye Baby program provides extra cuddling and

than she had hoped.

touch to babies born prematurely or with medical issues

who are in the NICU, which is a growing trend at hospitals

“After Ronan was born, we got to hold him for two

Recently, Methodist Hospital has added a Rock-A-Bye

seconds and then he was whisked away to the NICU,”

across the nation.

Lindsey said. “Then, when we did see him, he was hooked

up to a feeding tube, oxygen, and other things. It was very

months of their lives here,” said Terri. “Their parents must

intimidating not understanding what was going on.”

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give them the nurturing they need, and studies have shown that babies do better when they are held and talked to; babies grow in love!”

Terri said the program’s volunteer, Sebree resident

Chris Hedrick, serves as the NICU’s “Papa.” Terri grew

What are the best ways for Dads to bond? { by: ashley sorce }

emotional talking about Papa, a retiree from Century Aluminum, who she said had “found his calling.”

“We are so happy to have our NICU Papa here,”

Terri said. “I almost get emotional about it because he is not only there to support parents but also the NICU staff. We love him.”

Chris, whose wife, Verna, works at Methodist

Hospital in Gastroenterology, was encouraged to become a volunteer by Sandy Blue, Coordinator of Volunteer Services, and the new Rock-A-Bye Baby program seemed to be a perfect fit. “The first day I rocked those babies was awesome,” Chris said. “To see God’s miracles close

Sometimes it feels like dads are left out of a lot of the initial parent-child bonding.

Moms carry the baby for nine months and feed the baby every meal if breast feeding—that can be hard to compete with. But the parent-child bond for a father will strengthen over time through everyday caregiving. There’s no magic formula, but a few things can help the process along.

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Have skin-to-skin cuddle time. Human touch is soothing for both you and your baby, so hold him often and stroke him gently.

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Talk and sing to her regularly, with your eyes looking into hers and your face up close.

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Play with him every day. Newborns can enjoy playtime as much as older babies.

Your style of play may be different than your partner’s, and that’s OK. Your baby will love playing with both of you.

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Carry your baby in a sling or front carrier on walks or as you go about your daily routine.

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Read to your baby regularly. Hold him close as you read.

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Mirror his movements and echo his coos and other vocalizations. These are the first steps to communicating with him.

•

Talk to your baby throughout the day.

At first it may seem like you’re talking to yourself, but it will start to feel more natural if you keep it up.

up and the way the nurses and doctors care for them was mind-blowing. I was hooked.”

Terri said sensory stimulation and touch is of great

importance to babies’ growth and development. “Infants receiving sensory stimulation averaged 47 percent greater weight gain per day than the control group who were not receiving sensory stimulation, and we discharged an average of six days earlier,” Terri added.

Terri said the Rock-A-Bye Baby program is currently

fully staffed with volunteers; however, if anyone is interested in other volunteer opportunities at Methodist Hospital, contact Volunteer Services at 270-827-7413.

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the

kids eat free list

*The Kids Eat Free list is subject to change. Please contact restaurants to ensure their participation.

Restaurants, please contact brittany@tannerpublishing.com with additions or corrections.

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Sunday

Thursday

Tumbleweed 1 free kids meal for every adult entree

Captain D’s 2 free kids meals with adult meal purchase. Kids drinks are .99.

Monday

Saturday

Rookies Sports Bar & Grill Kids under 8 eat free 4-10pm Grandy’s .99 kids meal with adult purchase

Tuesday Golden Corral Ages 4-12 $1.99 5-9pm Ages 3 and under eat free Denny’s 2 free kids meals per adult entree ($6 or more) from 4-10pm. Kids drinks are .99.

Fazoli’s .99 kids meal with adult purchase 5-8pm

Tacoholics $1.99 kids meals all day 11am-10pm

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

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

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

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Informing Hendersonians about fun, local events is a priority for Henderson Family Magazine. Our magazine compiles events with help from the community calendar found at several online locations, including the City of Henderson and the Henderson County Tourist Commission’s websites. Want to include your event? Visit hendersonky.org/event.

Ĩ ONGOING EVENTS

ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER? BLACK HISTORY MONTH CHALLENGE Feb. 1 to Feb. 28 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Use your visual skills and knowledge of history to identify images of famous African Americans. If you get them all correct, you will be entered into a weekly drawing for something special!

Contact: 270.826.3712 READ, SING AND PLAY Mondays @ 6-7pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Read, sing and play are three of the best early literacy practices for young children.

Join us each Monday evening, from 6 to 7 pm for fun stories, songs, crafts and playtime for the entire family.

Contact: 270.826.3712 AEROBIC KICKBOXING CLASS Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays The Dance Hall 1014 N. Green Street Kick-boxing class at the Dance Hall!

Mondays: 5:30-6:15 pm Wednesdays: 6-7 pm Saturdays: 9-10 am Contact: 270.577.9807 GAME ON! TEEN GAMING CLUB Tuesdays @ 4-6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street If you’re a teen and love video games, this club is for you! We have all of the best gaming consoles and a great selection of classic and new games: Super Smash Brothers, Minecraft, Mario Party, and more. Drop in after school to relax, snack, and challenge your opponents. Parent consent form required.

Contact: 270.826.3712 TODDLER TALES Wednesdays @ 10-11am Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Toddlers are little people in a big world and they are constantly learning and developing as they grow. Join us for a fast paced storytime, with stories, puppets, flannel boards, music and movement.

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toddler can play in the various play centers set up around the children’s department.

Contact: 270.826.3712 LIL’ EXPLORERS PRESCHOOL STORYTIME AND MORE Thursdays @ 10-11am Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Talking, singing, reading, writing and playing is what a Lil’ Explorers does! Each week we will explore various themes while we read, talk, sing, write, dance and even play our way through our stories.

Contact: 270.826.3712 MINECRAFT Thursdays @ 4-5pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Did you know we have Minecraft at the library? Join us each Thursday, from 4-5pm. Registration is required and space is limited.

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will learn first-hand what it takes to care for one of the most valuable printed books in the world. This is tour is included in the cost of museum admission and FREE for members of the Friends of Audubon State Park.

Contact: Jennifer Spence at 270.827.1893 or jennifer.spence@ky.gov.

LUNCH BUNCH Feb. 2 @ 12-1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street What is Genealogy Lunch Bunch? It is a roundtable discussion time for genealogists who like to share ideas and discoveries, discuss research problems, and enjoy being with people who share the same interest in genealogy. Feel free to bring your lunch or just yourself and join us as we learn more about this interesting subject.

Contact: 270.826.3712

Ĩ DAY-BY-DAY EVENTS

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE JAZZ ENSEMBLE—TRIBUTE TO MILES DAVIS Jan. 26 @ 7pm Preston Arts Center 2660 S. Green Street University of Louisville Faculty Jazz Ensemble will present a tribute to jazz Legend Miles Davis. The audience will be on stage with the band in an intimate jazz club setting that only seats 100. Castle High School Jazz Band will open the performance.

Contact: 270.831.9800

UNIVERSITY OF EVANSVILLE BIG BAND— ESSENTIALLY ELLINGTON Feb. 3 @ 7pm Preston Arts Center 2660 S. Green Street University of Evansville Jazz Ensemble will present an encore performance of the Duke Ellington Tribute they presented in November. The audience will be on stage with the 22-member band in an intimate jazz club setting that will only seat 100.

Contact: 270.831.9800

DROP-IN DIY: WATERCOLOR PAINTING Feb. 1 @ 4:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Enjoy being creative? Stop by and paint your very own watercolor masterpiece! No artistic skill is required; all materials will be provided.

Contact: 270.826.3712

CREATE HENDERSON Feb. 6 @ 4:30-5:30pm Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center 631 N. Green St. The purpose of these monthly conversations is for collaboration and celebration of every aspect of the arts. Each month, time is allotted for professional development in the arts, networking, and information sharing. EVERYONE is invited to attend this FREE event. To receive reminders of upcoming meetings, please email kyle@hendersonky.org and ask to be added to the Create Henderson email list.

Contact: Kyle Hittner, 270.826.3128

TURN THE PAGE THURSDAY Feb. 1 @ 1:30-3pm John James Audubon State Park Join museum staff for the monthly “turnthe-page” tour of Audubon’s very rare Birds of America and Quadrupeds folios. In this interactive 30-minute program, participants

INTERNET MADE SIMPLE Feb. 7 @ 2-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Want to apply for a job, check your bank statement, play a game, or log on to Facebook? Come to this class to learn HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

your way around the Internet and tips for making successful searches.

Contact: 270.826.3712 BINGO @ THE LIBRARY Feb. 8 @ 11:30-12:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Is BINGO your GAME-O? Adults are invited to a spirited bingo session at the library where you can socialize, make new friends, and get ready to yell, “BINGO!” Contact: 270.826.3712 GENIUS HOUR: ORIGAMI Feb. 8 @ 4:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Come enjoy making 3-D objects spring to life with paper! Any teen interested in the traditional Japanese art of paper folding is invited.

Contact: 270.826.3712 GENETIC GENEALOGY BOOK CLUB Feb. 9 @ 12-1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Some things are easier to do in a group, like understanding genetic genealogy! Join us for a discussion of the book Genetic Genealogy in Practice

by Blaine T. Bettinger and Debbie Parker Wayne. We will dissect the book chapter by chapter and explore the exercises provided in the book.

The book may be purchased on Amazon or from the online National Genealogical Society store. Class size is limited to eight, so register early.

Contact: 270.826.3712 AN INTERVIEW WITH...

THELMA B. JOHNSON Feb. 10 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street An Interview with Thelma B. Johnson is a living narrative about her life as the supervisor of Homemakers. She tells what it was like to be the first black member of the Henderson County School Board of Education and the first black school board chairman.

Contact: 270.826.3712 TEEN TAKEOVER: TASTE THE WORLD Feb. 10 @ 2-4pm Henderson County Public HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

Library 101 S. Main Street We’ve tracked down a sampler platter of snack foods from around the world for you to taste. The taster who can identify the flavor and country of origin for the most foods gets first dibs on the leftovers!

Contact: 270.826.3712 BEYOND THE BOOK Feb. 12 @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street We will be discussing The Quiet Child by John Burley.

Contact: 270.826.3712 THE MOUNTAINTOP Feb. 13 @ 7:30-10pm Preston Arts Center 2660 S. Green Street This L.A. Theatre Works play depicts Martin Luther King Jr.’s life the night before his assassination. The Broadway show featured Samuel L. Jackson and Angela Bassett.

Join us in the auditorium after the show for a talk back with the actors! Be sure to come early to hear The Greater Norris Chapel Baptist choir sing! They will start at 7pm.

Presented by Field & Main Bank, The Raymond B. Preston Family Foundation, Toyota Indiana, and Air Hydro Power. *This show is intended for mature audiences.* Contact: 270.831.9800 ADULT COLORING @ YOUR LIBRARY Feb. 15 @ 5:30-6:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Coloring isn’t just for kids. Join us every third Thursday from 5:30-6:30pm for a quiet, stress free time to relax and release your inner child. Feel free to bring your own supplies or use ours. Coloring within the lines is optional.

Contact: 270.826.3712 RANDOM FANDOM TRIVIA: POKÉMON & YU-GI-OH Feb. 15 @ 4:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Put your Pokemon and Yu-GiOh knowledge to the test and win some awesome prizes!

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AUDUBON ADULT ARTIST RETREAT Feb. 16 all day John James Audubon Museum 3100 US 41 All Artists are invited to join us at the John James Audubon Museum for our monthly Adult Artist Retreats. All beginning to advanced artists are welcome to attend as we network our ideas and creativity. Bring your own artwork and supplies.

Contact: 270.827.1893 STEP-BY-STEP GENEALOGY SERIES: USING VITAL RECORDS Feb. 16 @ 2-3:30 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street This course will introduce the beginning genealogist to the United States Federal Census while providing direction on how and where to start researching your family history. Learn tips and tricks to discover clues and details about your ancestors’ lives.

Contact: 270.826.3712 PRESERVING YOUR FAMILY HEIRLOOMS: PRINTS, PAINTINGS & TEXTILES Feb. 17 @ 1-2:30pm John James Audubon State Park 2910 US 41 Are you curious about how to care for great-grandma’s wedding dress, or that 100-year-old oil painting you just inherited?

Or perhaps you have an antique quilt that needs a little TLC? Join our museum curator in an engaging program to learn about caring for paintings, prints, vintage clothing, and textiles. We’ll focus on storage and safe handling methods as well as preventive measures to safeguard your family heirlooms for future generations. If you have an item in mind, bring it with you for specific tips for long-term preservation of your object.

Contact: Jennifer Spence at 270.827.1893 or Jennifer.spence@ky.gov.

MONDAY MOVIE Feb. 19 @ 1-3pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Have you heard the news? The library is showing a free newly released movie on a big screen. No registration is required; but seating is limited. Doors will open at 12:45 p.m. Popcorn and drink will be provided.

Contact: 270.826.3712 FLASH DRIVES MADE SIMPLE Feb. 21 @ 2-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Not sure how to use a USB flash drive?

It is easy to connect, save, and safely disconnect a flash drive. Bring your own USB so you can practice!

Contact: 270.826.3712 HENRY “BOX” BROWN’S JOURNEY TO FREEDOM Feb. 21 @ 4-5pm 44 HENDERSON FAMILY

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Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Meet Henry “Box” Brown and actually climb into a replica of the box that he used to mail himself to freedom.

Contact: 270.826.3712 BESSIE COLEMAN AIRPLANE CHALLENGE Feb. 22 @ 2:30-5pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Did you know that Bessie Coleman was the first female African American pilot in 1921? To celebrate her, we will be making airplanes that really fly!

Contact: 270.826.3712 GET YOUR CRAFT ON Feb. 22 @ 6-7:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Make handmade and homegrown art projects that you can complete in one session. Let your creative side shine at the library! No experience necessary. Bring a friend! Registration is required.

Contact: 270.826.3712 LIFE HACKS: HOW TO BE A MASTER CHEF Feb. 22 @ 4:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Do you want to kick up your cooking skills a notch? We’ve got you covered! This month, we’ll learn about kitchen essentials and test out some easy recipes. Contact: 270.826.3712 GENETIC GENEALOGY BOOK CLUB Feb. 23 @ 12-1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Some things are easier to do in a group, like understanding genetic genealogy! Join us for a discussion of the book Genetic Genealogy in Practice by Blaine T. Bettinger and Debbie Parker Wayne. We will dissect the book chapter by chapter and explore the exercises provided in the book. The book may be purchased on Amazon or from the online National Genealogical Society store. Class size is limited to eight, so register early.

Contact: 270.826.3712 GOSPEL MUSIC WITH E. J. SIMMONS Feb. 23 @ 23 6-7:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street In recognition of Black History Month the library will present a night of gospel music with E.J. Simmons. A choir will join E.J. for this fun night of music and fellowship.

Bring a friend and enjoy the show.

Contact: 270.826.3712 INVENTORS SHOWCASE Feb. 23-24 all day Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Join us for an Inventor Showcase where you will learn about some Black inventors

and their inventions.

Contact: 270.826.3712 BOOK FOLDING Feb. 24 @ 2-4:15pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street How do you make the ordinary into something extraordinary? You will find out in the book folding class! Learn the basics of folding the pages of a book to create an image, and then go a step further to follow and create a cut and fold pattern. This class is free, but please register to reserve your spot!

Contact: 270.826.3712 SATURDAY BOREDOM BUSTERS Feb. 24 @ 1:30-3:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Looking for a way to keep the kids happy?

A Saturday movie matinee on a big screen is just the ticket! Refreshments provided.

Contact: 270.826.3712 DR. SEUSS WEEK Feb. 26-March 2 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Fun “Seuss” events all week Contact: 270.826.3712 EMAIL MADE SIMPLE Feb. 26 @ 1-3pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Need to set up an email account? Learn to send, forward, and reply to an email, and how to attach documents like a resume or photos. Please bring a mobile phone to class so you can confirm your account.

Contact: 270.826.3712 MICROSOFT WORD MADE SIMPLE Feb. 28 @ 2-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Wish you knew more about Microsoft Word? This class will help it all make sense!

Contact: 270.826.3712 ADULT CRAFTERNOON March 5 @ 1-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Adults need time to be creative too! We provide the materials—you provide the imagination. Stop by and see what you can create.

Contact: 270.826.3712 CREATE HENDERSON March 6 @ 4:30-5:30pm Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center 631 N. Green St. The purpose of these monthly conversations is for collaboration and celebration of every aspect of the arts. Each month, time is allotted for professional development in the arts, networking, and information sharing. EVERYONE is invited HendersonFamilyMagazine.com

to attend this FREE event. To receive reminders of upcoming meetings, please email kyle@hendersonky.org and ask to be added to the CreateHenderson email list.

Contact: Kyle Hittner, 270.826.3128

the book. The book may be purchased on Amazon or from the online National Genealogical Society store. Class size is limited to eight, so register early.

Contact: 270.826.3712

WINDOWS 10 MADE SIMPLE March 7 @ 2-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Explore the changes brought about by Windows 10. Make it work for you! Reserve your seat today.

Contact: 270.826.3712

AN INTERVIEW WITH … OSWALD “POSS” COOMES March 10 @ 2-3pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street An Interview with Oswald “Poss” Coomes is a living narrative about how Henderson has changed since the early 1900s. Mr. Coomes owned a local tavern from 1946 to 1951 and died at the age of 90. This is a Bonnet video by Jessi Chaney, a former student at North Middle School.

Contact: 270.826.3712

BINGO @ THE LIBRARY March 8 @ 11:30-12:30 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Is BINGO your GAME-O? Adults are invited to a spirited bingo session at the library where you can socialize, make new friends, and get ready to yell, “BINGO!” Contact: 270.826.3712 GENETIC GENEALOGY BOOK CLUB March 9 @ 12-1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Some things are easier to do in a group, like understanding genetic genealogy!

Join us for a discussion of the book Genetic Genealogy in Practice by Blaine T. Bettinger and Debbie Parker Wayne. We will dissect the book chapter by chapter and explore the exercises provided in

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BEYOND THE BOOK March 12 @ 6pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street We will be discussing The Peculiar Miracles of Antoinette Martin by Stephanie Knipper Contact: 270.826.3712 ADULT CRAFTERNOON March 13 @ 1-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Adults need time to be creative too! We provide the materials—you provide the imagination. Stop by and see what you can create.

Contact: 270.826.3712 ADULT COLORING @ YOUR LIBRARY March 15 @ 5:30-6:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Coloring isn’t just for kids. Join us every third Thursday from 5:30-6:30 for a quiet, stress free time to relax and release your inner child. Feel free to bring your own supplies or use ours. Coloring within the lines is optional.

Contact: 270.826.3712 AUDUBON ADULT ARTIST RETREAT March 16 all day John James Audubon Museum 3100 US 41 All Artists are invited to join us at the John James Audubon Museum for our monthly Adult Artist Retreats. All beginning to advanced artists are welcome to attend as we network our ideas and creativity. Bring your own artwork and supplies.

Contact: 270.827.1893 STEP-BY-STEP GENEALOGY SERIES: USING VITAL RECORDS March 16 @ 2-3:30 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street This course will introduce the beginning genealogist to the United States Federal Census while providing direction on how and where to start researching your family history. Learn tips and tricks to discover

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clues and details about your ancestors’ lives.

Contact: 270.826.3712 ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS 2018 BASICS CLASS March 17 @ 2-4:15pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Get started with Photoshop Elements 2018, a software program that lets you enhance the quality of your photos. Use our laptops for hands on experience. Limited seating, so register soon!

Contact: 270.827.1893 MONDAY MOVIE March 19 @ 1-3pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Have you heard the news? The library is showing a free newly released movie on a big screen. No registration is required; but seating is limited. Doors will open at 12:45pm. Popcorn and drink will be provided.

Contact: 270.827.1893 ADULT CRAFTERNOON March 21 @ 1-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Adults need time to be creative too! We provide the materials—you provide the imagination. Stop by and see what you can create.

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GET YOUR CRAFT ON March 22 @ 6-7:30 Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Make handmade and homegrown art projects that you can complete in one session. Let your creative side shine at the library! No experience necessary. Bring a friend! Registration is required.

Contact: 270.827.1893 BEN SOLLEE March 23 @ 7:30-9:30pm Preston Arts Center 2660 US 60 Kentucky artist, Ben Sollee is a cellist, singer-songwriter, and composer. His music incorporates banjo, guitar, mandolin, percussion and unusual cello techniques.

Contact: 270.831.9800 GENETIC GENEALOGY BOOK CLUB March 23 @ 12-1:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Some things are easier to do in a group, like understanding genetic genealogy! Join us for a discussion of the book Genetic Genealogy in Practice by Blaine T. Bettinger and Debbie Parker Wayne. We will dissect the book chapter by chapter and explore the exercises provided in the book. The book may be purchased on Amazon or from the online National Genealogical Society store.

Class size is limited to eight, so register early.

Contact: 270.826.3712

INTERNET MADE SIMPLE March 26 @ 1-2:30pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Want to apply for a job, check your bank statement, play a game, or log on to Facebook? If so, you probably need the Internet. Come to this class to learn your way around the Internet and tips for making successful searches. Attendees should be able to use a mouse and keyboard.

Contact: 270.827.1893 PINTEREST MADE SIMPLE March 28 @ 2-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Pinterest is an easy online way to organize images of topics that “Pinterest” you, such as recipes, craft ideas, gardening, and more.

Participants must have an email account prior to class.

Contact: 270.827.1893 ADULT CRAFTERNOON March 29 @ 1-4pm Henderson County Public Library 101 S. Main Street Adults need time to be creative too! We provide the materials—you provide the imagination. Stop by and see what you can create.

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