Henderson Family - April / May 2021

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Contents

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Our Book of Eli Local family shares inspiring story about son’s rare disease and life after diagnosis.

16 Local Machinist Earns Team Spot on Famous TV Show BattleBots Collin Royster makes machine components for BattleBots team, Hypershock.

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Farm Girl Gifts & Bake Shop Marganna Stanley closes one chapter and opens another after retirement to give back to her community.

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IN EVERY ISSU E 6 From the Editor 7 The Buzz 8 Parent Profile

M AKIN G IT 9 Recipe

H OM E & G AR DEN

36 Kids Meal Deals

Special Advertising Section

When and where to take

22 Featured Home Welcome to Salto De Fe Farm.

your kids to eat for the

28 Bringing the Outdoors In A guide to owning houseplants.

37 Out & About

DISCOVER

FR OM OUR

best deals.

See our calendar of local things to do.

Get the taste of spring with this simple lemon cake mix cookie recipe.

12 Craft Time Celebrate Easter by making DIY bunny masks with your kids!

35 The Book Nook There is nothing better than reading with your child—here is a mustread list for the season.

R EADERS 38 Snow Day Fun Photos submitted to our Facebook page

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EDITORIAL

from the editor

EDITOR

Lyndi Mauk

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pring is quickly approaching, and I am looking forward to warmer weather so my family and I can spend time outside again. Since we are still living in a pandemic, we are limited with indoor activities to keep us busy during these cold winter months. Our kids both received outside toys this past Christmas, and they are excited to finally be able to play with them.

I am hoping Easter will be somewhat normal this year with some clever social distancing egg hunt ideas, Easter bunny photos and Easter Sunday at church with my family. This time last year our lives looked so different, yet we were just in the beginning of something we didn’t realize would be so life-changing.

Since becoming a mother, I always look forward to the month of May. I not only became a mother for the first time during the month of May, but it’s also the month in which mothers everywhere are celebrated. I have been blessed with the most wonderful mother. She goes above and beyond for our family, and Henderson is blessed to have such an amazing group of mothers within our community to be celebrated not only on this day but every day!

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Jamie Alexander Kaycee Garner Amanda Waggener Lora Wimsatt COPY EDITOR

Ashley Gleason Do you have a story idea? We want to hear from you! Email your suggestion to lyndi@tannerpublishing.com.

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Brock Quinton Robert Williams Henderson Family is a FREE magazine

In this issue, we are featuring stories on a courageous little boy’s battle against a rare disease, Henderson County Schools’ former superintendent’s new journey after retirement and a Hendersonian who recently made it on the television show, BattleBots. We have also brought you our very first featured home in this issue and excited to share a local home here in our community.

Make sure to check out our refreshing lemon cookie recipe, an adorable bunny nose mask craft your kids will find both fun and humorous, and much more!

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We are wishing everyone a Happy Easter and our mothers a very blessed Mother’s Day! Springtime here we come!

LY N D I M AU K Editor, Henderson Family Magazine

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Jamie Alexander CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Darrin Phegley Chelsie McElfresh

Lyndi's Top Picks

Smoothies

There is just something about spring weather and a refreshing drink to go along with it. I can make my own at home, but the The Pink Hippie smoothie at Henderson Juice Co is my favorite this time of year when it begins to warm up. It’s made of strawberry, mango, peach, pineapple and apple juice, and you can’t go wrong with a drink that not only tastes delicious but is healthy, too.

The Van Life

I will admit, I have always been the person who has said, “I will never get a van.” However, I started to become more and more intrigued by the convenience this type of vehicle would bring to my life after becoming a mother of two. In January, I jumped on the van wagon, and it was the best decision! There is so much space, and did I mention the sliding doors? Ha! I never knew a vehicle could make my life so much easier.

Brooks Running Shoes

You always hear how important it is to have a pair of tennis shoes that give you great support and comfort while exercising. I grew up playing sports, from softball to basketball to soccer and have always tried to maintain a healthy lifestyle and be active. I have known many friends and acquaintances who have talked about their Brooks shoes. I finally decided to give them a try, and I am so happy I did. I think I’ve found my forever brand when it comes to exercise shoes.

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THE BUZZ

Bringing Community Together: REMEMBRANCE TREE IN CENTRAL PARK

The City of Henderson’s Parks and Recreation’s Department added a tree during the Christmas 2020 season to its Christmas in the Park, in which community members were invited to add an ornament to the tree in memory of a loved one. The tree, now decorated in green mini-lights, has been turned into a memorial for local COVID-19 victims. This is a way for the community to come together and remember those we have lost since the beginning of the pandemic.

Cuter than Cupid:

HENDERSON’S CUTEST COUPLE CONTEST WINNER ANNOUNCED

The Downtown Henderson Partnership asked community members to submit nominations for their Cuter than Cupid - Henderson’s Cutest Couple Contest.

From marriage to pets to children, tons of photos were submitted in hopes to be chosen as the winner.

Nominations were first submitted, voting took place by shopping at any DHP merchant member and the winner was announced on Valentine’s Day. The winners were Norris and Mary Elizabeth Priest. They won a $50 gift card to go to any DHP member restaurant and a $50 gift card to any DHP merchant member.

Congratulations to the winners!

Snowman Challenge:

HENDERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS CHALLENGE FOR STUDENTS

Henderson County Schools decided to have a Snowman Challenge for their students while they were out of school enjoying all the snow. They asked students to show their best snowman or snow sculpture design. Many participated, but Maci Mae Moss of Cairo Elementary School was the challenge winner, receiving a Dairy Queen gift card to grab a frozen treat of her choice. Congratulations, Maci!

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PARENT PROFILE

Jermaine Poynter Photo by Darrin Phegley

"Be involved in your community. It will not only help you build relationships with those in the community, but it will benefit you both professionally and personally."

TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF (KIDS, PETS, ETC).

I am 45 years old originally from Louisville, KY. I have 3 children Jermaine “JJ” Poynter Jr. (15), who is a sophomore at Henderson County High School; Jessalyn Poynter (18), who is a freshman at Berea University and Jalyn Poynter (20), who is a sophomore at Lee University. I have a cat name Nala and Bullmastiff puppy named Otto Graham. I graduated in 1994 from Marion C. Moore High School in Louisville, KY. I served four years in the US Navy right out of high school as Hull Technician on board the USS Stump DD978, which is a Spruance Class Destroyer within the United States Navy. I attended and graduated from the FBI National Academy 265 session; Academy of Police Supervision Class #46 and Criminal Justice Executive Development Class XVIII. WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A LIVING AND HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THAT POSITION? I am the Operations Major for the Henderson Police Department. I have been with the city almost 20 years, but have been in my current position for four years. I am the first African American to be promoted to a supervisory rank within the Henderson Police Department. I am planning on retiring March 31, 2021, but I will continue to be involved in the community as I am also the Head Wrestling coach for Henderson County High School. This will be my third season as coach.

HOW DO YOU BALANCE HOME AND WORK LIFE? I try and balance my home and work life as best I can by being involved in different things my kids are involved in and by getting involved in things that give me peace of mind, like coaching and family, so I don’t have to think about work all the time. I just try and focus on my kids and the things we like to do together.

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WHAT HOBBIES DO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ENJOY? I enjoy Jiu-Jitsu and currently hold a blue belt from the Pride Jiu-Jitsu Academy. I love watching sports on TV. My favorite professional sports teams are: Cleveland Browns (Go Browns!), Cleveland Cavaliers and the Cleveland Indians!! I also love both University of Kentucky and Naval Academy sports teams. I also enjoy coaching youth sports, such as football and baseball in my off time. I am a little bit of a gamer and enjoy playing sports games with my son. I am involved in several organizations, such as the Fraternal Order of Police, in which I serve as President. I am also heavily involved with our Cops Connecting with Kids program and serve on the board. Cops Connecting with Kids lets me as a Police Officer build a positive relationship with the kids that get selected while also rewarding those deserving kids with a trip of a lifetime to Disney World.

My son “JJ” wrestles for Henderson County High School and enjoys playing recreational baseball during the summertime. My youngest daughter, Jessalyn, enjoys working with animals, such as horses, reading and collecting records. Jalyn, my oldest daughter, enjoys singing and is a part of a music group at her college and takes part in several organizations and clubs at Lee University.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT SERVING THE COMMUNITY OF HENDERSON AS A POLICE OFFICER? WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLENGING? That I get to build and establish positive relationships with the youth of Henderson as a role model or mentor that they don’t always have at home, while showing them that if they work hard they can be anything they want to be. The most challenging thing would be getting over the stereotypes and negative ideas about police. But, I find by letting most get to know me as Jermaine Poynter and not just Major Poynter, it helps to overcome a lot of it and shows them that not all Police Officers are bad.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO THOSE WANTING TO PURSUE A CAREER AS A POLICE OFFICER? I would advise anyone that wants to be a police officer to work hard and don’t be afraid to get involved and provide new and fresh ideas because the world is always changing. Also, be involved in your community.

It will not only help you build relationships with those in the community, but it will benefit you both professionally and personally. Last but not least, find that work life balance by getting hobbies and other interest outside of law enforcement because it will give you a lot of good perspectives on things.

Making it

CRAFTS, RECIPES, AND ACTIVITIES FAMILIES CAN ENJOY TOGETHER

Easy Lemon Cake Mix Cookies

Photo by Jamie Alexander

Photos and recipes by Jamie Alexander

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MAKING IT • RECIPE

This recipe is packed with spring flavor and couldn’t be easier. Just use any box cake mix to form your own crackling cookies that look and taste amazing!

INGREDIENTS: ›› 1 box Lemon Cake mix ›› 2 eggs ›› 1/3 cup vegetable oil ›› 1/2 cup powdered sugar INSTRUCTIONS: ›› Preheat the oven to 375, and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper ›› Whisk together cake mix, oil, and eggs until combined.

Place powdered sugar in a separate bowl. ›› Roll dough between your hands to form a ball (around 2 tablespoons). If dough is too runny/sticky, place in the freezer for about 10 minutes (or longer if still sticky). You can also use shortening on your hands if this doesn't help.

Roll each ball in the bowl of powdered sugar before placing on the prepared baking sheet. ›› Bake for 7-9 minutes (until golden around the edges).

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JAMIE ALEXANDER is nationally published culinary and commercial photographer working as a full-time staff photographer for Tanner Publishing. She has a knack for making tasty food and pretty art. See more of her portfolio at jaastudios.com.

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MAKING IT • CRAFT TIME

DIY Bunny Nose Masks Written by Lyndi Mauk // Photo by Darrin Phegley

Kids love making items they are able to wear, so why not let them make their very own bunny masks? They can hop around just like the Easter bunny, giving everyone a good laugh. This is a fun and easy craft kids can make for themselves and their friends!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED: ›› Popsicle Sticks ›› Paint (unless popsicle sticks are colored) ›› White Cardstock ›› 1 inch White Pom Poms ›› Mini Pink Pom Poms ›› White Pipe Cleaners ›› Glue ›› Scissors ›› Black Sharpie

HOW TO MAKE: ›› Paint popsicle sticks desired color (if needed). ›› Cut two white pipe cleaners into three parts. ›› Glue pipe cleaners at the top of the popsicle sticks to appear like whiskers. ›› Draw teeth with the black sharpie on white card stock and glue towards the bottom of the whiskers. ›› Glue two white pom poms, to be used as the cheeks, towards the top of the whiskers barely covering the top of the bunny teeth. ›› Add the pink pom pom (bunny nose) at the very top of the cheeks to complete your bunny mask.

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EASTER IS SUNDAY, APRIL 4

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Community

THE PEOPLE AND P L A C E S T H AT M A K E H E N D E R S O N G R E AT

Our Book of Eli Written by Lyndi Mauk

“I want to share his sunshine with everyone!” said Laura Lott, as she smiled thinking about the joy her 10-year-old son, Eli, brings to those around him. Eli was diagnosed with Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD) on December 19, 2018. MLD is a rare and hereditary white matter disease, in which there are proteins in Eli’s body that eat away the myelin sheath of his nerves

Photo by Darrin Phegley

inside the brain.

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“Unfortunately, there is no cure. Right now we have to work with therapists. He could have had therapies and/or transplants to try to lengthen his time if we caught it at an earlier stage. Life expectancy is 5-10 years from diagnosis,” said Eli’s mother, as she fought back the tears. She explained how they are on a good streak right now. The way the disease was explained to them is an individual will plateau and decrease and then hit a plateau and then decrease. “We have been doing so good. He is really steady!” The day Laura and Eli walked into the ER at the University of Kentucky (UK) Albert B. Chandler Hospital, Eli was able to walk right in and tell the doctors what was going on. “He was a normal kid with just a little problem,” Laura said. Overnight, his test results quickly changed their lives forever, and they are here to share their courageous little boy’s story.

the medication made it worse. He would zone out, and they switched his medication three or four times before deciding to go for a second opinion. The doctor they saw came highly recommended. He suggested they see a

Getting to Know Eli

behavioral specialist. Laura really didn’t think

Eli Lott has always been your typical little boy who is full of energy, thinks it’s hilarious to pass gas and burp and loves to be picked on for a good laugh. Even before diagnosis, nothing has ever really gotten Eli down. He has always been a positive little kid, who would even put himself in timeout if he got in trouble at school.

Eli has an older brother, Brandon (13) and a younger brother, Owen (3). He has always been a very bright student, and he lights up a room with the smile on his face.

it was behavioral, but she trusted the doctor.

They had also experienced Eli beginning to

have trouble giving himself a bath during this time. This was one of the first major changes outside of his schoolwork that caught Laura’s attention. During the waiting period to see the specialist, Amber Williams, Cairo Elementary’s Mental Health Counselor, came to Laura to express her concern and provide her opinion.

She told Laura she truly did not believe this was ADD. She had evaluated and observed Eli in the classroom, and she felt Laura needed to

The Road to Diagnosis

get him into a doctor who would do testing.

School was the first place they began to notice changes. Eli was held back in Kindergarten, but there were no red flags in regards to something more serious being wrong. In first grade, Eli did really well in school, but it was halfway through second grade they began to notice a sudden decline.

He started having trouble with reading and spelling, which he had always been good at. It was cognitive issues they were coming across.

His teacher spoke to Matt and Laura, and they thought it could be Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Eli saw a doctor who diagnosed him with ADD and put him on medication, but

Amber and the school counselor were very

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adamant about calling a doctor right away, but in the most loving and caring way possible.

Amber offered to go to the doctor with Laura, so that she could take Eli’s test scores and explain what she had been witnessing at school and Laura explain what changes she had been seeing, too.

Laura’s husband, Matt, had recently changed jobs. So, she had to switch to a different doctor, which is what led her to Dr. Hopper here in Henderson. Within five minutes of leaving the office, Dr. Hopper called Laura, and it was decided he would have a CT

Eli, his mom and his teachers at Cairo Elementary who call themselves “Eli’s Army.”

scan in Evansville that day. The next morning she was called into the doctor’s office. Laura recalled the words Dr. Hopper spoke. “Laura there are spots on his brain, we really need to get you to UK Hospital.”

Matt and Laura have been blessed with the most amazing support system from their family and friends. Laura’s sister-in-law and best friend have been where they can help with doctor appointments and babysitting when her husband has had to be at work supporting their family financially. Laura and her sisterin-law drove to UK Hospital and went in through the emergency room. They ran an MRI on December 18th. On December 19th, the doctors walked into Eli’s room. Remembering that devastating moment, Eli’s mother said, “They told me they were 99% sure it was Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. That was like a kick in the stomach. It was so hard to hear. I knew something was wrong, but I had no clue that it was that wrong.” Laura recalled her first

response after the results were told to her. She asked, “So, tell me how to get that back?” This is when the unbearable news was given, in which they were told there is no cure. Fighting back tears, this amazingly strong mother said, “They told us he is going to need a feeding tube because he is probably going to have seizures once his brain starts deteriorating. He is going to lose his ability to walk, and his ability to speak. He is going to lose his sight, and he is going to lose his hearing.”

Life After Diagnosis The doctors wanted the feeding tube put in as fast as possible while he was still healthy, so the feeding tube was put in February 2019. Eli walked and talked until then, and then he was put under. “I thought he was just tired from his surgery, but he lost a lot of his ability to walk and talk after that. He probably says 5-10 words a day. It is a lot of prompting,” his mother said.

Laura gave an example how she might say “I” and then Eli will finish with “love you.” They try to make a lot of videos, too. “We just never know when his last words are going to be. It’s getting harder each day with walking. We are still fighting for every piece we can get.” He was given leg braces, and they walk with him everyday. “I am the type of mom that is like you are going to do this as long as you can.”

Eli doesn’t get to go to school due to the pandemic, and that is where he was alive the most.

Their weeks stay very busy with Eli’s therapy schedule. Every Tuesday they go to Easter Seals for a physical therapy session.

“He does home hospital,” Laura said. They go to Cairo Elementary, since kids don’t go on Wednesdays. They meet his home hospital teachers there and do speech, physical therapy and occupational therapy. There are five

teachers, and they call themselves “Eli’s Army.”

Thursdays they go to Deaconess Hospital Henderson for occupational therapy and speech. They are busy three days a week, but then it gives them long weekends to spend time together as a family.

Never Giving Up Hope After diagnosis, Laura started a Facebook page called “Our Book of Eli” where she will make posts to keep family, friends and the community updated on their journey. In October 2019, Eli was granted a wish from the Make-a-Wish Foundation, where he chose to go to Disney and Universal Studios, and they stayed at the Give the Kids the World Village.

Eli’s team of doctors spread from Henderson and Evansville to Lexington and Philadelphia. He sees a variety of doctors including a neurologist, gastroenterologist, ophthalmologist, urologist, and heart specialist, along with physical, occupational and speech therapists to maintain his movements and speech for as long as he can. The grateful mother said, “His team has been nothing short of amazing!”

After diagnosis, they purchased a van because of the convenience of getting Eli in and out of their vehicle for appointments. However, once Eli was put in a wheelchair, they found they were in need of a wheelchair accessible van. Thanks to their amazing family and friends, several fundraisers were held to raise money for their new van, which they were able to purchase in January 2021.

Eli’s father added, “I just want Eli to be Eli. I want him portrayed as that funny little boy he has always been.” Laura laughed as she recalled an appointment Eli had one day. She said his nurse walked in and Eli said, “Hot nurse.” She said they all started laughing. Eli was cracking

up. Laura said that is him and his dad’s thing now is Matt will always ask him if he had any hot nurses that day. Whatever makes their sweet boy laugh and smile, they are just grateful for another day to witness it. With a big grin, Laura said, “Just seeing his laugh will change my day in a heartbeat. A lot of people don’t understand the excitement if he says something, or a sentence without prompting.

If he moves himself back in his chair, or takes steps on his own without helping him along.”

These moments are what give Matt and Laura hope.

Matt and Laura have been together since

ninth grade and have been married almost 11 years. They never saw this diagnosis coming, but they aren’t giving up. “My hardest days are when the memories come up of him running and playing and being hyper. Just to see him sit in his chair all day is heartbreaking. I rely a lot on God. My faith is so much bigger and stronger. God has given me so much peace. I guess you don’t know how strong you are until you have to be strong. There are a lot of happy days around here. Life is too short to be sad and emotional.”

Eli’s mother looked down, overwhelmed

by his strength and courage stating, “My silver lining is that Eli went through all these changes and not once questioned.” The first time he couldn’t walk down their steps he didn’t ask why, but rather, he called for her and said, “Mommy, come help me.” His faith is evident to all who come to know him, and it is so inspiring to see.

Laura wants to encourage every parent

to cherish the moments you have with your children, and always remember you are their advocate. “Maybe this plan isn’t what we wanted, but miracles happen every day. I just really know that God has a plan. Ever since he was little, he would talk about God with little stories. He has been really in tune. It really opens your eyes that this is not our home. We are just waiting here until God wants us. When things happen with Eli, he is going to be in a place that is amazing.”

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LYNDI MAUK, editor of Henderson Family Magazine, 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 two children.

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LOCAL MACHINIST EARNS TEAM SPOT O N F A M O U S T V S H O W B AT T L E B O T S Written by Kaycee Garner // Photos by Darrin Phegley

T

here are a multitude of hobbies in

enjoying the show to actually being a part

the world. There’s skiing, model

of it?

robots and sent them along to Hypershock,

He started to create parts for multiple

train building, collecting, and even

Collin’s wife, Natalie, has also been a

who would give him feedback about what

the hobby of building robots to fight each

fan of the show for some time. Natalie even

worked and what did not. After some time,

other. On the TV show BattleBots, that

developed a favorite team, Hypershock.

Collin was able to be a part of the entire

is exactly what contestants do, and one

When Collin tried to purchase a Hypershock

process and traveled to California. They

of these contestants is Henderson’s own

jacket for his wife, he had an idea: what if

were supposed to film BattleBots in April,

Collin Royster of Royster’s Machine Shop.

he made parts for the Hypershock robots

but because of COVID, they started to film

in his own Henderson shop?

October of last year. They had to follow

since the early 1990’s, which is when a

With an idea in mind, Collin went

many precautions for COVID, including

BattleBots is a show that has been aired

young Collin first garnered interest in the

to

Hypershock.

getting tested every three days, wearing

show. “You spend time building a robot,

About three months after the first email,

masks, and social distancing with only

put it in the ring with another, and they

they responded, thus setting in motion

those involved with the show.

destroy each other,” according to Collin.

the journey that led to Collin’s run on

Collin worked with machinists and

It seems like enough to capture any kid’s

BattleBots. “Natalie freaked out. She had no

engineers from all around the world for

imagination, but how does one go from

idea what to do,” according to Collin.

three weeks. “It was crazy. I’m just a guy

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work

in

contacting

from Henderson, Kentucky trying to make

I have 20 years in the machining industry.

important part. He recommends taking

stuff, and I was surrounded by all these

I was showing people from MIT how to do

machining classes at Henderson County

people,” said Collin. “It was very stressful.

things and it was crazy,” said Collin. “I hope

High School and Henderson Community

We had to build the robot at the studio, and

to come back again and do this all over

College to get a good set of knowledge

we had 48 hours to get the booth set up

again.”

built up. He also recommends that current

and the robot ready for filming.”

At the airing of the show, Collin’s

Collin made all of the machine

family was very excited to see him on TV,

students do co-op to get experience

components for Hypershock this last

especially his 2-year-old daughter, Emory.

season. Someone else designed the robots

“She was so excited. We pointed when I was

and Collin was able to actually make them

about to come out with the first robot for

in his shop. This was Collin’s first time

the first fight, and she started jumping up

building robots, but he has experience in

and down and saying ‘There’s Dada!’ And

building costumes and props that he has

then she was kind of confused like…how am

watched on DiscoveryPlus and BattleBots

premiered all across Henderson. Early last

I there and here at the same time?” Collin

can be watched on the Discovery Channel

year, Collin had an exhibit at the Preston

laughed as he described the experience,

on Thursdays at 7PM CST. Collin cannot

Arts Center at Henderson Community

and said he was thankful for his family.

tell us how he and Hypershock did in the

College. In fact, his exhibit was a chance to

He especially thanks his wife, Natalie, for

competitions, so interested readers will

show off his work and helped him get onto

allowing him to go be on BattleBots while

have to tune in for the chance to see him on

the BattleBots show.

she stayed home to keep the house in order.

screen.

On the set of BattleBots, Collin had a lot

around the equipment and in a shop.

“Know that you don’t know everything,” Collin emphasized. He stressed that it is important to be willing to learn.

BattleBots Bounty Hunters can be

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Collin said that he could not do it without

of interest shown in his work. “Everybody

her.

seemed very interested in what I was doing.

There are a lot of dreamers out there, but

machining, Collin believes that learning

not a lot of makers. I had an edge; you know

as much as you can about it is the most

In order to get into robot building and

KAYCEE GARNER has lived in Henderson her entire life and plans to keep it that way. She loves animals and movies, and enjoys drawing with charcoal and working on local political campaigns in her spare time.

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FARM GIRL GIFTS & BAKE SHOP Written by Amanda Waggener // Photos by Darrin Phegley

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Farm Girl Gifts & Bake Shop sits quaintly just off highway 60 in Corydon, KY. Nestled beside Rick’s Auto, her husband’s mechanic shop, sits a white brick building that opened on December 12, 2020.

Photo by Darrin Phegley

“About two years ago I started making cupcakes on the side, just for fun,” owner, Marganna Stanley explains. “We went to a few craft shows and sold them.”

The Stanley’s bought the building behind the busy mechanic shop with intention of tearing it down to expand the parking, but after the cupcake orders started picking up, the plans changed to turning the new space into a bake shop so that “we didn’t have to use the oven in our kitchen at home” to fulfill the cupcake orders.

Marganna, having just retired after more than 30 years at the Henderson County Board of Education, began creating a menu and gathering recipes that she would offer. In the short time the new business has been in operation, it has already grown and evolved. “We started with the cookies, baked goods, coffee, ice cream and the gift shop,” she continues, “We had a menu ready. I already knew what the soups and sandwiches would be, but because I’d never done anything like this before I wanted

to tier it in.” Although the menu has expanded, she is proud that cupcakes and coffee remain her top sellers.

When creating the menu, she pulled ideas from family and friends. “They’re recipes that I’ve made with my mom and dad growing up. We have a Johnson family cookbook. Some I’ve found from friends. My brother is a chef. I have two of his recipes that I use.” A smile appears across her face as she reminisces on the origin of the offerings of the menu, recalling a cookie recipe that reminds her of her mother and another that conjures up memories of Christmas when she was a child.

Behind Marganna is a table of police officers having lunch, while on the other side of the café sits a mother and her two children doing homework as they nibbled on cookies. The sun billowing in windows lining the storefront makes for a warm place to meet on this blistering cold winter day. This is where she finds joy in her new business endeavor.

“The days I love the most are when the middle school kids ride their bikes or walk down here,” she beams, “They sit and drink milkshakes together. To me, I think that’s why we are here.”

The gift shop, which appears to use up about half of the store space, offers a wide selection of items suitable for bridal showers, birthdays and anniversary gifts.

Farm Girl Gifts & Bake Shop is a pleasure for the senses. As you walk from the bakery side into the gift shop portion of the building you’ll be greeted with the inviting smell of scented candles and dried flowers.

Mrs. Stanley no longer is able to do it on her own. The popularity of the store has created the need for some help.

“Every day I have two gals that come and help with sandwiches.

I have a person that helps me every day, just in general. On Saturday, it takes five high school kids and me because it’s so busy.”

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only a little more than a mile from here. Rick was born and raised in Corydon. We felt like we were comfortable here and wanted to do something for our community,” she boasts. Farm Girl Gifts & Bake Shop is currently the only restaurant in Corydon making it all the more special to the people living there. As she contemplates the future of her business, she sees it expanding in size but not in location. “We own the building next to us and plan to take some walls down to create some outside seating for the summertime,” she adds, “I’m thrilled being right here. This community and this area will always be our number one focus moving forward. It has been good to Rick’s business and this is a way for us to give back.”

They are open Tuesday through Saturday from 7am-4pm, closed on Sunday and Monday. Inquiries and catering orders can be placed by calling 270860-5290.

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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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WELCOME TO

Salto De Fe Farm Nestled off Highway 60, Hendersonians can’t help but notice the beautiful, white brick house that sits on the hill. On 14 acres of land, the home features a stocked lake, a gorgeous barn and more. Built in 1913 by Lee Baskett, this home has a story to tell.

Written by Lyndi Mauk // Photos by Darrin Phegley

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Joe Hopper was born and raised in Henderson, KY. He was familiar with the house but had never been to the property. Before purchasing the farm, he had renovated a house in downtown Henderson on Main Street and said he would never renovate again—that was until his family persuaded him to go look at the “El Nadir.” El Nadir means “the lowest point” in Spanish. The house originally sat on 420 acres, so Joe’s thought is maybe the house sat on the lowest point of that acreage. In 2010, Joe and his children’s mother, Shannon Hendricks, purchased the home from Paul Nevel, after sitting empty for 9-10 years. They gave the farm a new name, Salto De Fe, meaning “Leap of Faith,” because that’s exactly what it was for them.

Why was his family drawn to this particular home? Joe chuckled, “There was a barn, and my daughter loved horses.” He smiled thinking back to how his family really wanted to make the move and renovate this place, and he is so happy they did.

The History Behind the Home So, what makes this house unique? Mr. Hopper gave a brief history lesson about the place he now calls home. The man who built the home, Lee Baskett, and his friend, James C. Ellis, started Dade Park Jockey Club, which was the catalyst to what we know as Ellis Park raceway. Mr. Baskett went through some hard times during the Great Depression, and after facing bankruptcy, Mr. Ellis bought him out but let him continue to live in the home.

According to a story published in The Gleaner on July 4, 2009 by Frank Boyett, Ellis gave the opportunity to start a tea room to two women in the culinary business, Judith Montgomery and Estella Spence, which was originally known as The Montgomery-Spence Tea Room.

Joe said there were many famous and wellknown people who would stay at the house, and it became a place for Hendersonians to entertain, especially to gather for race parties.

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always hearing about the Tea Room.

He said he remembers there used to be a lot of wedding receptions, dinners, graduations and gatherings that would take place there, and he didn’t even know the house had a lake until he agreed to go look at the home with the realtor.

A Place to Call Home When the renovations began, they tried to keep as much of the original woodwork as possible. Shawn Williams was the family's contractor at the time, and between him and Shannon, they made this home into what it is today. Joe said Shannon orchestrated it all, and he gives her all the credit for its creativity.

“It was in bad condition,” he said.

He said many played a key role during renovation, such as Caton Electric, Pat Payne Plumbing and Lineman Electric. “When it got started there was no plan.” As one project was being tackled, the decision would be made to go ahead and start something else. Some of the changes 24 HENDERSON FAMILY

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they made were raising the floors, taking out a closet in the dining nook to put in a fireplace, completely updating the kitchen and bathrooms, adding the beautiful carport and back porch patio and refinishing the barn. They also made additions such as adding a small kitchen area off the main kitchen. This allowed them to have a separate place to prepare food and drinks when entertaining, since guests typically mingle in the kitchen. They turned their garage into a workout room, where it has its own kitchen area, bathroom, hot water heater and A/C unit.

The previous owner, Paul Nevel, was in the construction business.

“There are two significant things Nevel did, in which I appreciate,” said Mr. Hopper. “There are 62 windows in the house, and he replaced them all and brought every wall in the house in and insulated four inches behind.”

It took about two years to complete the house renovation. Even when the major renovations were complete, Joe said what became

laughable was visitors would come over and say, “You know what you need to do?” There was always an idea of something new they should change or add to the home.

Taking A Tour Walking up to the front door of the home is a beautiful wrap-around porch with black and white flooring, gorgeous landscaping and elegant columns. Upon entering, there is an office to the right and a large living area to the left. As you continue walking forward, you will pass the wood stairway going up to the second floor before entering the large kitchen area. Off the kitchen, you will find the separate working kitchen space, a large window cutout, that is original to the home, overlooking the dining nook and outside patio. The bar, dog room and large dining room sit to the left off the kitchen. Upstairs you will find the spacious bedrooms, bathrooms and laundry room. The garage and the barn sit to the right of the house behind the home with

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a scenery that is stunning, whether you are sitting on the back porch or the patio off the second floor. You will find rope light, wainscoting and beveled woodwork throughout the home, which adds a little touch to those spaces.

“We have had some cool functions out here. It’s a great place to entertain.

My favorite place in the whole world.

I hate the thought of one of these days having to part, but my son has now graduated from college and out on his own and my daughter has a baby girl and is getting married at the end of March.” He has their dog and two horses. They used to have four horses, in which one was a show horse, but hasn’t been shown in a couple of years.

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One of the great things about the home’s location is it always has a breeze when you are sitting outside.

Another great perk is when inside, you can’t hear anything. It is a very peaceful and quiet place, especially for retirement.

Mr. Hopper chuckled as he walked out of the garage and said, “One of these days I'll just move out here and turn this into a Bed and Breakfast.”

It’s More Than Just a Home Joe Hopper retired from Brenntag, and he traveled a lot. He was on a plane almost every week.

When people ask him if he will travel now that he is retired, he said his response is always, “Absolutely not.”

He enjoys being home.

“I had two wonderful parents.

My mother refinished antiques and sold them. She was a waitress, and my dad was a bartender. That gets woven in with this place with the Tea Room. That didn’t have anything to do with me buying, but that plays into thinking about it a little bit. I live just outside the city limits but there’s solitude here. My favorite thing about the house is the fact that I can go and sit on that back porch because I’ve been blessed. I’ve been around the world physically twice. I’ve been so many places, but my favorite place in the whole world is my back porch. It really is. I’m humbled by the fact that I can live here.”

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Bringing the Outdoors In Written by Jamie Alexander

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ouseplants are an extremely popular addition to a home. Bringing the outdoors inside is a great way to freshen up a space and bring life into any room. As long as you research and choose the correct plant, they can thrive in almost any area of your house. For example, if you have a dark corner that needs some brightening, a ZZ plant is tough enough to thrive in the low light. If you have a tiny, humid bathroom with one small window, an orchid is a tropical plant that loves that extra humidity. Houseplants are really versatile, and can be used to fill an empty space in a house, frame a mantel or line a shelf, as wall decor, or even to hang from the ceiling. As beautiful as they are as decor, the benefits houseplants offer are the real reason to start adding them to your home. When shopping for houseplants, make sure to research the impact that each individual plant can bring to your home environment.

HOUSEPLANTS HELP CLEAR AIR

BY REDUCING AIR POLLUTION. Not only will all plants help you breathe by converting carbon dioxide into oxygen during the day (by way of photosynthesis), certain plants will keep oxygen flowing throughout the night, making them perfect for bedroom nightstands (aloe vera or orchids are great examples).

A variety of plants can also remove pollutants and improve air quality. Airborne toxins, dust, and germs can be found in every area of the home.

NASA’s Clean Air Study found that there are a number of air purifying-plants that can help minimize each of these pollutants, and also protect your health. Chemicals like carbon monoxide and formaldehyde can be combated by plant leaves alone. The researchers at NASA recommend one (air purifying) potted plant per 100 square feet of indoor space.

HOUSEPLANTS CAN HELP PREVENT YOU FROM GETTING SICK.

RESEARCH SHOWS THAT HOUSEPLANTS HAVE SEVERAL PSYCHOLOGICAL BENEFITS.

Almost every plant has the ability to increase humidity levels through a process known as transpiration.

Research tells us that many viruses survive longer in low humidity, which further increases your risk of getting sick. The ideal humidity for comfort in the home is said to be between 40%-60%, so keep in mind that the bigger the houseplant, the more humidity it produces (for instance, the Areca palm).

Just like when gardening outside, the act of tending to houseplants can have therapeutic benefits that will help relieve stress.

Studies have also shown that green, leafy plants can help people feel happier and more optimistic. They can also help enhance creative thinking and keep workers more productive, so it’s a great idea to showcase a couple of plants in the office.

With plants doing their job of cleaning the air and making the environment a bit more comfortable, they can also be an aid in countering sleep deprivation. That’s another way to ensure that they’re working to keep you well.

The scent of some fragrant plants (such as lavender or jasmine) can interact with a neurotransmitter called GABA, which helps improve mood, promotes rest, and reduce anxiety. This is why so many people pop a few drops of lavender essential oil on their pillows to help them get to sleep. If you have a south-facing sunny windowsill, try bringing a lavender plant inside and see if it helps calm your nerves!

While all these benefits sound great, you should resist the temptation to turn your home into an indoor jungle. If you’re somebody with a mold allergy, the soil in houseplants might trigger symptoms.

You also need to research which type of houseplants are safe around your pets or children.

Adding too many plants can make you feel a bit overwhelmed, especially when it comes to keeping up with their care. If you’re known as a plant serial killer, start off with plants that are a bit more resilient.

Golden Pothos are fast-growing, tolerable to a lot of light levels, and can deal with irregular watering.

Spider plants are a houseplant that are very common, easy to find, and are durable enough to deal with some neglect. Snake plants have been very popular lately, and although they are slow-growing, they are incredibly easy to take care for, and thrive in a variety of situations.

It’s easy to want to follow trends when it comes to which plants are aesthetically pleasing in your home! Just make sure that you research the proper care, and what type of benefits (or even risks) the plants can bring before you make an investment. While there are some houseplants that are just naturally short-lived, others could have no limit to how long they’ll be a part of your home, as long as you give them the attention they require. HF 28 HENDERSON FAMILY

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Caring for Popular Houseplants

Monstera

Snake Plant (SANSEVIERIA)

Jade Plant (CRASSULA OVATA)

Pothos

(EPIPREMNUM SP.)

Chinese Money Plant (PILEA PEPEROMIOIDES)

ZZ Plant

(ZAMIOCULCAS ZAMIIFOLIA)

Fiddle Leaf Fig (FICUS LYRATA)

Aloe

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READY FOR A CHANGE FROM YOUR ALL-WHITE KITCHEN? Natural woodstained cabinets are replacing or being used in combination with white cabinets. Warm finishes like burnished brass, brushed gold and rich matte black are trending in plumbing and lighting. We’ve got the latest fixtures in these new finishes on display. Stop by our showroom for a peek!

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TIPS: Riccar and MD vacuums are both designed & assembled in the USA. Whether you prefer a whole-house vacuum or a lightweight portable, we have the one for you.

Murphy’s has supplied personalized, top-level, local service to the Owensboro area since 1951. Now owned and operated by the third and fourth generations, they continue to strive for the best quality in products and service.

D I D Y O U K N O W…?

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At the end of the day, NiteLiters is there.

People choose to add outdoor lighting to their homes and businesses for many reasons, including: creating outdoor living spaces; accentuating specialty features; enhancing security; and increasing the value.

W H AT S H O U L D YO U LO O K F O R IN AN OUTDOOR LIGHTING DESIGN FIRM? 1. A company with verifiable experience, credentials, insurance, and a belief in continuously updating their techniques and technology.

2. A designer who listens to your desires, as well as your concerns; who utilizes a variety of high-quality fixtures and lamps, and creates a custom design for your home or business.

3. A production crew trained in low-voltage lighting systems and expert installation.

KY: 270-685-7070 IN: 812-431-7250 TN: 615-674-9950 // niteliters.com

4. A dependable service team who supports and maintains the integrity of your system.

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A Happy Home Written by Lora Wimsatt

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retty much as soon as flu season sweeps its way out of our community, many of us find ourselves infected with another “bug”: New House Fever.

Happens every spring. (And the other three seasons, too.)

Symptoms include spending hours wandering up and down the displays at the local home and garden shows, browsing online listings, reading the real estate section in the newspaper, and mapping out a route for the Parade of Homes.

And let’s be honest: As far as fevers go, this one is actually pretty cool.

In my opinion, the best situation is to be a first-time homebuyer who is living in a place without a long-term lease, which means your schedule is fairly flexible. As soon as you find a house you like, and the current occupants move out – if they haven’t already – you can load your stuff up and move right in.

It’s not quite as easy when you are trying to manage the timing of cascading dominoes involved with finding a house, negotiating its date of availability, while simultaneously trying to sell your current home, which you are of course in a hurry to do, but you sure don’t want to end up homeless if there is a gap between these two transactions.

But let’s skip all that for now and just talk about why house-shopping is so enjoyable.

First, you get to peek into all those big fancy houses that you’ve always gawked at while driving by. Even when those are not realistic options on your shopping list, it’s still fun to look.

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you will see.

I remember visiting one of those big houses years ago. How big was it? you ask. Well, I’ll tell you: They had an entire room set aside just for gift-wrapping. Yes, really. An entire wall was covered with a pegboard with spools of ribbon. There were shelves and bins of wrapping paper, gift bags and tissue paper. There was an entire library of cards for every occasion. There were two enormous tables, each with its own carousel filled with scissors, tape, tags and markers.

The idea of a gift-wrapping room had never even occurred to me, but the moment I saw that room, wow, I really wanted one.

But back to reality.

When it came time for me to sell my house – which had once been filled with seven people but now was down to just me and my dog – and buy a new house, I knew I didn’t need – or really even want – another big house to clean and maintain – and to fill up with “stuff.”

I wanted a comfortable little house with just enough room for the things that are most important to me.

My helpful Realtor listened closely to my wish list, and called me every day with information about another house – or two or three – that he thought might be ideal. We went to look at all of them.

But I kept going back to the very first house he showed me.

It had everything I needed and nothing I didn’t.

It was situated in such a way that my front porch would be shady in the mornings – ideal for reading the newspaper in a rocking chair on the

weekends – and the back yard was shady in the afternoons – ideal for sitting at my patio table, reading a book or talking on the phone, or just listening to the cicadas sing.

The floor plan was efficient and

comfortable. No wasted space, no weird angles. Uncluttered and easy to clean.

There were only a few things about

the house that I didn’t like, and they were all easily addressed. Just little things, like chrome fixtures in the bathroom. I like a dark bronze finish, but with one little trip to the big box store and a cheerful visit from a plumber – voila: Problem solved.

But here’s the secret to making sure

that “the perfect house” is really the right house: Neighbors.

It pays, friends, to ask around about

what the neighbors are like. Ask the neighbors themselves.

If they say the street is full of gossipy,

petty, unfriendly, selfish people who wouldn’t loan you the proverbial cup of sugar to bake your own birthday cake – believe them.

If they say the street is full of wonderful,

friendly,

happy,

helpful

people who would jump-start your car on a cold winter morning and insist that you wait in the house with a cup of hot cocoa while they do it – you can believe them, too.

Because whether they know it or not,

each of them is talking about himself.

And nothing makes a home happier

than being surrounded by other happy homes.

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ADVICE AND TIPS ON H OW TO M AKE PARENTING AN D L IFE EASIER

The Book Nook All of these books are available for check out at the Henderson County Public Library.

Ollie’s Easter Eggs By: Olivier Dunrea Ollie watches the other goslings dye and hide eggs for the Easter hunt, but no one can find the eggs when Ollie decides that they are all for him.

The Story of the Easter Bunny By: Katherine Tegen A little rabbit watches an old couple paint eggs, make chocolate, and braid baskets for the village children at Easter, and he eventually becomes the Easter Bunny.

How to Catch the Easter Bunny By: Adam Wallace The Easter Bunny describes the many traps he expertly avoids as he delivers Easter treats to children.

Peter Easter Frog By: Erin Dealey A frog named Peter, who loves Easter, decides to deliver some eggs, with the help of his friends, but when The Bunny finds out, he is not pleased.

Betty Bunny Loves Easter By: Michael B. Kaplan Betty Bunny wants to be the Easter Bunny when she grows up, but is having a difficult time finding eggs during the neighborhood Easter egg hunt.

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DISCOVER

KIDS

meal deals

SUNDAY

Tumbleweed 1 free kids meal for every adult entree

MONDAY

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

Pizza Hut

1 free kids meal per adult entree (buffet only)

Wings Etc.

Kids eat free 5-8 with purchase of adult entree

THURSDAY

Captain D’s

2 free kids meals with adult meal purchase. Kids drinks are .99.

SATURDAY

Tacoholics

1 free kids meal per adult entree

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.

*The Kids Eat Free list is subject to change. Please contact restaurants to ensure their participation. Restaurants, please contact lyndi@tannerpublishing.com with additions or corrections.

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Out & About

Local things to do this season

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LET’S GET CREATIVE (AGES 6-8) WED N ESDAY, A PRI L 21 @ 1-3PM

JOH N J A M E S AUDUBON M USE UM

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The Easter Bunny has set up 28 large pictures of Easter eggs in windows throughout Henderson. Scavenger hunters can see them from their car, or they can get out and enjoy the spring weather to find some of them. Those participating may print a form off the City of Henderson website or pick up a copy at the Henderson Welcome Center, the Perch or at the Parks and Recreation Office. Once you have found all the eggs, submit your form in Mr. Bunny's mailbox in Central Park.

Winners will be contacted on April 9, 2021.

For more information, please call 270-831-1274. Happy egg hunting!

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Have fun creating art and exploring lots of mediums and techniques. They will use lines, shapes, value, texture and color to make a unique piece of art. Dress for a mess. Cost is $10. All supplies are included.

Pre-registration is required and the class is limited, so sign up soon. For more information, contact Kim Mcgrew-Liggett at 270-826-2247.

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Earth Mothers Hike SATU R DAY, MAY 8 @ 10AM

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On Mother’s Day weekend bring Mom and the whole family out to the park for this free springtime hike!

Audubon’s naturalist will lead you on a 1-mile hike in their nature preserve woods. Several stops along the way with hands-on demonstrations will allow you to experience some interesting facts about nature’s animal mothers and their offspring.

Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes, and meet on the Audubon Museum front lawn. Cancelled if raining, so please watch Facebook and Instagram for announcements.

For more information, contact Lisa Hoffman at 270-826-2247.

Market on Main SATU R DAY, MAY 22 @ 10A M-3PM

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M A IN STRE E T, DOWNTOWN H E NDE RSON Enjoy artisans and handcrafters who represent a wide variety of media: antiques, handcrafted goods, food, good ole’ junk,— diversity is the key to being a vibrant community event. Your health and safety is the main priority. Market on Main will be held outdoors. Masks and social distancing will be required by attendees and vendors. At the event, there will be hand sanitizer bottles and disposable masks available for your use. For more information, please contact the Downtown Henderson Partnership at 827-0016.

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