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over Jack’s face and head.For the next two weeks, that

was our messy routine. Dana nursed and pumped, and I dripped formula all over the place.

We laugh about it now, but as new parents we were riddled with doubt and feared we’d be doing this messy milk dance forever.

Amazingly, it all worked. Within two weeks, Dana produced enough milk for Jack, and we discarded the formula.

And that’s when doubt was replaced by bliss – Dana’s word to describe her days as a breastfeeding mom.

It was a wild ride, but our persistence paid off.

And thank goodness for the lactation consultant. t

Letter From the EditorBreastfeeding: Dana’s

Wild Ride Ended in Bliss

My wife would describe her breastfeeding days as the most gratifying time

of her life -- but it didn’t start out that way for Dana and Jack.

Dana and I knew the benefits of breastfeeding, and that’s how Jack’s life began. By the time he was an hour old, he was breastfeeding.

But almost immediately Dana sensed that something was amiss. Jack would fuss and act frustrated while he nursed, and Dana feared he wasn’t getting enough milk.

When a friend suggested giving Jack a bottle of formula, he immediately calmed down and seemed satisfied.

We were distraught. Wasn’t breastfeeding natural, like rolling

off a log? That’s how it was with Dana’s

sister and her son. We feared we would have to abandon breastfeeding.

Then we turned to a lactation consultant, who turned everything around – although the next two weeks were wild.

She suggested that Dana continue to nurse, and to pump her breast when she wasn’t nursing to stimulate milk flow.

Also, while Jack nursed, I was to drip formula down Dana’s breast into Jack’s mouth.

This sounded crazy, but we tried it.

I’m not the neatest guy in the world, so as I dripped, the milk went everywhere – but mostly all

Brayden, at 6 months old, daughter of Andrea and Jim Masters of Frankfort, has mastered the adorable smile. Photo by The Portrait Shoppe

On the Cover

Breastfeeding: A Team EffortFinding support to help you and your baby make the transition to breastfeeding easier.

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Preschool DirectoryLex. Family’s annual guide to preschools and daycares.16

departments features 2 / Letter From the Editor

4 / ShortStuff

20-33 / Calendar

10 / Dr. Graebe

12 / Pediatric Corner

38 / KU’s Scholar Athlete8 Baby Belly MemoriesMaternity spa offers pampering for mom along with ultrasounds.

36 Father’s DayMarvin Bartlett comes late to the Parenthood Party and loves it.

12 Baby’s First FoodsDr. Ison has answers to ques-tions about starting baby on her first solid foods.

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Free Friday FlicksBegin in June

Thomas the TankRolling Into Kentucky

It’s showtime again this summer at Jacobson Park.

Lexington Parks and Recreation will feature Free Friday Flicks every Friday in June at 7 p.m.

Activities include face painting, pony rides and a petting zoo. The movie begins at dark. Participants are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic dinner, but pets are not allowed in the event area.

Movie schedule: June 3 - “Yogi Bear.” June 10 - “How to Train Your Dragon.” June 17 - “Nanny McPhee Returns.” June 24 - “Shrek Forever After.” Info: 288-2900. t

Tickets for the annual Picnic With the Pops concert event go on sale June 4. This annual concert returns to Keeneland this summer with a Latin flair. “Havana Nights,” featuring the Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra and Grammy-nominated Cuban music group Tiempo Libre, is set for Aug. 19-20.

Concerts begin at 8:30 p.m. each night in The Meadow at Keene Barn, and patrons are encouraged to come early with food, beverages and

friends for pre-concert fun.For those who love to move, pack

a picnic basket and plan for a high-spirited, entertaining evening under the stars.

Also, back by popular demand, show your creativity by participating in the table decorating contest. There will be prizes for each night’s winners.

Ticket orders are filled according to date received, so the Lexington Center encourages early ordering.

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All aboard for Thomas The Tank Engine, as the classic storybook friend rolls into New Haven for a Day Out With Thomas at the Kentucky Railway Museum.

This fun-filled family event offers children and their grown-ups the opportunity to engineer miles of smiles for every guest.

Since Thomas left the depot more than 50 years ago, this really useful engine has chugged his way into the hearts of children

and grown-ups. Families can hop

on board June 4-5 and June 11-12.

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ShortStuffOut & About in Central Kentucky

You're invited to the Birthday Bash! Barney Live in Concert is coming to Rupp Arena June 12 for two performances at 1 and 4:30 p.m.

Celebrate with Barney on his birthday at this “super-dee-duper” live stage concert, featuring more than 25 fun and upbeat sing-along tunes, including favorites, such as “Mr. Knickerbocker,”

“Dino Dance,” “Baby Bop Hop” and “Rock ‘n Roll Star.”

Tickets cost $15 and $25 with a limited number of $35 Gold Circle Seats available.

Ticket info: 233-3535 or 1-800-745-3000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com. Barney info: Visit www.barneylivetour.com or like Barney Live in Concert on Facebook. t

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2011 YMCA Summer CampsRegistering now!Camps for ages 3 and up.Day camps, sports camps, arts camps & more.

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Register online at www.ymcaofcentralky.orgor call 226-0393 for more information.

Discover the Experience that New Moms are Buzzing About.

The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East celebrated its first anniversary March 29, 2011. In our first year alone, we helped deliver more than 2500 bundles of joy to new moms across central and eastern Kentucky. The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East offers moms-to-be a comfortable, family centered environment and spacious rooms.

To learn more about what new moms are buzzing about, call 859.967.2229 or fora virtual tour, visit us online at www.SaintJosephEastKY.org.

Cover Model Contest

Coming Soon to Coversof Lexington Family MagazineLexington Family’s Summer

Camp Fair was overrun with adorable kids on April 16, and lucky for us, The Portrait Shoppe was there to catch all the cuteness.

This is the 9th year for Lexington Family’s Cover Model Contest and one of our most successful ever.

After much deliberation, our six judges made the difficult choice of picking only four winners.

Over the next 12 months you’ll see these faces on the covers of Lexington Family Magazine, on our website and on our Facebook page.

Would you like to see your child on the cover, too? Mark your calendars now for next year’s Summer Camps & Activities Fair -- Saturday, April 14, 2012. t

Maverick ArmstrongAge: 6Lourra Aranas & Chris Armstrong

Mina du ToitAge: 10Parents: Penny & Rudo du Toit

Kori HarrisAge: 3Parents: Cara & Bruce Harris

Spencer KingsleyAge: 4Parents: Samantha & Clay Kingsley


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children’s healthBreastfeeding: How to Get Connected

and even text-messaging services, can help you find new connections for information and support.

There are also a number of apps, calendars, trackers and other utilities that can help you feel organized.

As you surf, be aware that not all apps, sites, and networks are supportive of breastfeeding.

Be critical. Note the sponsor of the content and be wary if it is a formula or baby food company or another group trying to “sell” their baby care ideas.

Late in your pregnancy, condense your resources into a manageable chunk.

Build smaller groups or distribution lists for your social media pages or mobile phone.

Include only the most important and key people to keep in the loop.

Once the baby comes, you’ll have less time to follow everyone else’s news.

Hibernate When the Baby ComesYour No. 1 new connection

is your baby! Plan to snuggle and

breastfeed your baby often,

especially in the early weeks. Balance out that connection

with sleep and meals for yourself.

Parenting is a new life, and some of your old friends, fans, and networks may have to wait a bit longer for status updates.

Focus on staying connected to your key helpers -- lactation consultant, supportive friends and family and medical care.

Good luck. parenting can be an amazing adventure.

Doraine Bailey, MA, IBCLC, is the Breastfeeding Support Services Program Coordinator at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department. Contact her at 288-2348 or at [email protected]. t

see Page 7) gives you many people eager to provide help and support as you learn to breastfeed.

The following tips can also help you build new connections for breastfeeding information and support.

Link Up With PeopleThere’s nothing like an extra

pair of hands to help with the new baby!

During your pregnancy, connect with family members and personal friends, especially those who have successfully breastfed their own children or who will be genuinely helpful to you.

Build new networks of help with your health care providers, mother-to-mother groups, parenting groups in your faith communities and new friends through childbirth

education and parenting classes.

Also, plan to attend prenatal breastfeeding classes in order to connect with your local International Board Certified Lactation Consultants.

Plug-In to the Net Social media like Facebook

and Twitter, as well as breastfeeding websites, forums, networks and blogs,

By Doraine Bailey

There’s nothing like breastfeeding to help your baby grow to his

best potential and to help you stay healthy, too.

Breastfeeding is also a great way to build a connection with your baby.

Spending time feeding, snuggling and holding your baby lets your baby know you love her and will be there for her. A BBF – Breastfeeding Best Friend!

As you start your new life as a parent, you’ll also be adding new connections for help, information and support.

Friends, family and health care providers who can help you face-to-face are your most important resources.

In addition, the information available through the Internet

and social media can be overwhelming.

Ask friends, family and your Lactation Consultant for recommendations before the baby comes!

Getting help when you need it is critical in reaching your breastfeeding goals.

Don’t give up or think you have to work it out on your own.

The Resource List (please

Social media like Facebook and Twitter, as well as breastfeeding websites, forums, networks and blogs, and even text-messaging services, can help you find new connections for information and support.

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International Board Certified Lactation Consultants

IBCLCs are the health professionals for breastfeeding. They can be found at hospitals, public health departments and in doctors’ offices.

Most hospitals that deliver babies in Central Kentucky have lactation consultants on staff. To find an IBCLC, contact your hospital, your local health department, or the International Lactation Consultant Association (www.ilca.org or 859-288-2348).

Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes Area hospitals that deliver

babies generally offer breastfeeding ‘how to’ classes for pregnant families through their childbirth education programs.

Prenatal breastfeeding classes are also offered monthly in Lexington at Baby Moon (420-6262), Babies R Us (263-8598), and the Health Department (288-2348).

Breastfeeding Support GroupsLa Leche LeagueOffers two different meetings

each month at Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd, Lexington. Free. Info: Ruth at 559-8488 or www.baby-moon.org/breastfeeding.html

For other groups in Kentucky, visit www.llleus.org/state/Kentucky.html or phone 1-800-La-Leche.

“Milk Mommies” of Frankfort

Meets monthly at the Franklin County Health Department. Info: Sally at 502-564-

7647.Berea Mother’s ForumMeets weekly at Union Church

in Berea; Call Rachel at 859-985-8724.

The InternetLactation Improvement Network

of Kentucky (LINK) www.breastfeedinglink.org La Leche League Internationalwww.lalecheleague.org Promotion of Mother’s Milkwww.promom.org American Academy of Pediatrics

breastfeeding informationwww.aap.org/healthtopics/

breastfeeding.cfm www.breastfeeding.comwww.kellymom.comhttp://mochamoms.org(specifically for African-

American moms)www.secretsofbabybehavior.

com(A blog on all kinds of things

about how babies work.)www.mothernurtureky.com

(Lexington boutique & blog)

Smart Phoneswww.text4baby.org(Free messages texted to

you during pregnancy and motherhood)

The iTunes Store also offers a number of helpful apps on breastfeeding. t

Breastfeeding may be simple and natural, but every expecting or new family needs straight information and accurate help to get started.

With books, videos, baby clubs, and Internet websites, blogs, and listservs, families have more sources to turn to on breastfeeding.

Not all of that information is useful, appropriate or even accurate. Staff from the Breastfeeding Support Services Program at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department has put together the following list of reliable breastfeeding resources.

-- Doraine Bailey


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For many pregnant women, the first ultrasound is a medical

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Expectant parents view 3D images and live 4D action of their baby in a quiet, comfortable room that feels more like a spa than a medical facility.

Family members can join in the experience seated on comfy couches, watching the

whole procedure on a large, flat-screen TV. Ultrasounds are performed by ARDMS-certified sonographers, with between seven and fifteen years experience working with an obstetrician.

“My patients continue to rave about their experiences at Baby Belly. I have personally

reviewed the credentials of their staff and find them to be highly qualified,” said Dr. Jennifer Fuson, OB/GYN at Lexington Women’s Health.

As early as 16 weeks, Baby Belly can tell expecting parents the gender of their new addition and the best time for 4D Ultrasounds for most women is between 27-32 weeks.

“Parents just can’t wait for an ultrasound,” said Crystal Nichols, owner of Baby Belly.

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She opened Baby Belly in 2008, too late for 5-year-old son A.J., but in time for Macey, her 9-month-old daughter.

“It’s an experience like no other,” Nichols said.

When Baby Belly opened, it was the second in the nation to combine ultrasound imaging and a maternity spa under one roof; to date there are only five. Baby Belly offers an array of services in its 2,000 square-foot, well-appointed location in Hamburg Pavilion.

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Child Development: Vision Is Learned Skill

As adults, we take our eyesight for granted. We forget that we once

had to learn how to see. It may seem automatic, but

if the visual system does not develop correctly, serious problems can occur.

“Vision is a learned process,” said Dr. Rick Graebe, an optometrist and Vision Therapist in Versailles.

“If vision is learned properly, life is easier. If it is learned improperly, life is harder.”

Most parents know the basics when it comes to infants and vision -- they can see shapes and high contrast.

That’s why the mobiles hanging over a baby’s crib feature black, white or red colors.

But because motor skills drive vision in babies, parents can overlook the importance of letting their children have time to crawl around to discover things around them.

“Bucket babies” – children stuck in car seats or who are not given enough wiggle time – can suffer delays in motor skills, which carry over to

under-devel-oped vision skills.

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develop vision skills, children discover the world by reaching, touching and grasping objects.

At first, children learn where they are in space through movement.

Then they learn where objects are in space in a kind of trial and error reaching and grabbing process.

As the visual system develops, it then takes over and drives movement.

At this point, children can determine distance, hardness and texture of objects by seeing them.

Eventually, they can read a book and picture everything described.

By the age of 3, vision is a child’s primary sense.

That’s why an eye exam at this age is crucial to determine that a child’s eyes are moving correctly and in tandem.

Only a board certified developmental optometrist can make that determination.

“Regular optometrists will test for gross anatomical issues only,” Dr. Graebe said.

What could be missed are the beginning stages of amblyopia or lazy eye -- the leading cause of legal blindness for children.

“We can treat that with lenses or with exercises,” Dr. Graebe said.

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If you want to learn more about vision development, you can attend a free workshop with Dr. Graebe at his office on June 14, 6:45-7:45 p.m.

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Summer Story TimesMondays @ 10:30 am June 6, 13, 20, 27

Mad Cap PuppetsTuesday, June 6 10:30 am to 11:30 am 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Kentucky Down UnderTuesday, June 14 10:30 am to 11:30 am 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Eleventh Hour Tuesday, June 21 10:30 am to 11:30 am 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

The Space PainterTuesday, June 28 10:30 am to 11:30 am 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Virtual Field Trips:Amazing AmazonThursday, June 9 @ 2:00 pm

The Great Barrier Reef Thursday, June 16 @ 7:00 pm

Charming China Thursday, June 23 @ 2:00 pm

GhanaThursday, June 30 @ 2:00 pm

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ZumbaWednesday, June 8 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm

Didgeridoo Workshop Tuesday, June 14 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Ghost HunterWednesday June 15 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Eleventh Hour for Teens Tuesday, June 21 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Japanese Anime Party Wednesday, June 22 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Zulu Beading Wednesday, June 29 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Fright & Write Creative Writing Workshops Mondays @ 1:00 pm June 6, 13, 20

Adults

Around the World with Cassondra Radford Thursday, June 2 @ 6:30 pm

African Cloth Doll Workshop Saturday, June 11 @ 2:00 pm

Bean There: Coffee Country to Country Thursdays @ 12:00 pm June 9,16, 23, 30

Book Discussion: The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon by David Grann Monday, June 20 @ 7:00 pm

Flamenco LouisvilleSunday, June 26 @ 2:00 pm

Reading Contests

Read. Record what you read in one of our reading logs. Hand in your log. Win prizes. It’s that simple. Our reading contest is open to all ages and there are weekly prizes and grand prizes for all age groups. Some of the grand prizes include an all expense paid trip for four to the Cincinnati Zoo, a Wii, an 8 GB iPod Nano, an overnight stay at TheEagle’s View Bed & Breakfast on Lake Cumberland and $120 pre-paid gas card. Read & winwith us this summer!


Dr. Charles Ison is a University of Kentucky graduate who has practiced in his hometown of Lexington since 1993. He is a partner in Pediatric and Adolescent Associates.

On any given day, thousands of health care providers are

discussing with thousands of parents what and how their infants should eat.

Food is one of life’s necessities, and infants have to eat just like the rest of us.

By now, the consensus is that breastfeeding is best for newborns in all but a few instances.

Breast milk has nearly all the nutrients a baby needs for the first six months of life.

But vitamin D is not found in large enough amounts in breast milk for a baby’s needs.

In traditional societies, a baby manufactures vitamin D in his skin when his mother carries him outside with her when she forages for roots and berries during the day.

For reasons of climate and culture, that is not done in modern societies. So, starting at two weeks of age, breastfed babies need vitamin D supplement drops daily.

By one month of age, babies who drink formula are usually taking 2-4 ounces 6-8 times a day.

In another month, they average about 5-6 ounces 5-6 times a day. By 3-5 months of age, they take 6-7 ounces 5-6 times a day.

Infant formulas have vitamin D already in them.

Solid foods are started at 4 months of age for formula-fed infants and 4-6 months of age for breastfed infants.

Waiting until at least 4

Good Beginnings:Baby’s First Foods

months of age for solids reduces the risk of developing food allergies and allows for the tongue-pushing reflex used early in nursing to diminish.

Traditionally, single-grain infant cereals were recommended as a first solid food (especially rice cereal).

There is no scientific reason to start with grain, fruits, vegetables or even meats first.

But infant cereals have some advantages as a first food because they come in a powder that can be mixed to desired consistency using a familiar flavor (breast milk or formula).

There is no scientific advantage to starting vegetables before fruits or vice versa.

Meats can actually complement breastfeeding quite well from a nutrient standpoint.

These foods can be purchased as baby food or made at home using fresh ingredients (that are pureed).

A typical starting serving is a tablespoon given to the baby with an infant spoon.

A new food should be given for about three days in a row to look for signs of food allergy (rash, hives, diarrhea or vomiting).

Once a baby can sit up well, grab food and bring it to her mouth, finger foods can be given.

Examples include crackers, Cheerios, small pieces of soft banana or soft cheese. Just watch for choking. t

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Local parents gathered at Mother Nurture this spring to participate

in The Great Cloth Diaper Change, joining thousands of other parents to set the world record for the most cloth diapers changed simultaneously.

At least 200 sites in 11 countries combined for more than 6,200 diaper changes.

The purpose of the event was to increase public awareness of reusable cloth diapers.

Cloth diapers are better for the environment, better for babies, and better for family finances.

In the U.S. and Canada, nearly 90% of babies are diapered in disposable diapers,

meaning 60,000 diapers entered landfills during the one minute parents were changing diapers during the Great Cloth Diaper Change.

Disposable diapers take an estimated 250-500 years to decompose.

However, just as people are rejecting single-use plastic water bottles and grocery bags, increasing numbers of parents are choosing reusable diapers.

Modern cloth diapers are growing in popularity because gone are the days of safety pins and plastic pants!

Modern cloth diapers are made from luxurious and sustainable fabrics such as bamboo velour, hemp and organic cotton.

Parents have found that cloth diapers result in fewer

leaks, less diaper rash and tre-mendous cost savings with little work.

Also gone are the days of diaper pails filled with yucky water, bleach and other dangerous solutions.

Breastfed babies’ diapers can go straight into the wash, and flushable rice paper liners are available for a formula fed baby or baby on solids.

Cloth diapers usually come in a one-piece or two-piece system.

A one-piece system is an all-in-one diaper in which the diaper and cover fasten with snaps or Velcro. They wrap around the baby and fasten in

front just like a disposable. A two-piece system consists

of a diaper such as a prefold or other absorbent material and a cover.

Also growing in popularity are one-size options that have graduated settings so the diaper can grow with the baby.

Parents love the ease of this one-piece, one-size diapering option.

Cerise Bouchard is owner of Mother Nurture, which offers a variety of cloth diapering options and can show you how easy they are to use. Info: 335-5949 or www.mothernurtureky.com. t

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Establishing a relationship allows me to help my patients make better choices and pursue a healthier lifestyle.

As a family doctor at Family Practice Associates, I am specially trained in preventive medicine.

This means that I believe that preventing a health problem is better than having to overcome one.

This is why it is so important for patients to schedule regular appointments with their family doctor.

These are often referred to as well visits.

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Well visits allow me to spend time talking with my patients and asking them questions about family and work life.

In doing so, I am able to learn how the home and work environment may be affecting my patient’s physical, mental or emotional health.

I’m also able to learn about any concerns my patient may have that could lead to future illnesses.

It is always a relief for me and my patient when there are no concerns, and I’m able to use a well visit as a baseline for future evaluations.

When the environment does play a role in my patient’s deteriorating health, it is easier to diagnose and treat patients before they become chronically ill.

If a chronic disease is diagnosed, and depending upon its severity, I often can continue caring for patients at FPA.

In some cases though, I determine that a patient needs a specialist.

If a referral is necessary, I continue to monitor patients and help them make educated decisions about their treatment options.

Additionally, I maintain communication, and I collaborate with the specialist to make sure that my patients receive the highest quality of care.

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Beaumont Learning CenterBeaumont Presbyterian Church1070 Lane Allen Road, Lex.Info: 913-5062www.bpclex.orgContact: Lisa GribbinCapacity: 31Ages: 2 years - 5 yearsDescription: Beaumont Learning

Center is a faith-based pre-school that provides a safe learning environment for children in the community. The learning program is designed to stimulate and enhance child development as well as uplift, encourage and support parents. Two- and 3-year-olds meet two days each week, and the pre-K class meets three days each week, 9 a.m.-noon

Blue Grass Baptist School 3743 Red River Drive, Lex.Info: 272-1217or [email protected] www.bluegrassbaptist.com Ages: Pre-K (Age 4) Description: A Beka Curriculum.

Bible taught daily. Small class size. Computer time in classroom.

Specials: art, library, music, PE., and Spanish. For interview with the teacher, please call to set up an appointment.

Calvary Christian School 15 Redwing Drive, WinchesterInfo: (859) 744-0817www.calvaryskids.netCapacity 245Ages: 2 years old to 8th GradeDescription: Clark County’s

largest private provider offers a holistic approach set in a challenging academic tradition. Programming is enhanced by Spanish, art, music, P.E., chapel and computer classes. Full- and part-time options are available. Affordable tuition for less than $17 a day. “Helping kids fully become who God created them to be.”

Child Development Centersof the Bluegrass

465 Springhill Dr., Lex.Info: 278-0549www.cdcbg.orgContact: Heather HenryAges: 13 months - 5 years Description: CDCB is accredited

by NAEYC and is a 4-STAR rated preschool that provides early intervention and full-day preschool programs to children with and without disabilities.

Faith Lutheran Church ChildcarePreschool Program1000 Tates Creek Road, Lex.Info: [email protected]: Robin CostonCapacity: 70

Ages: 2 years - 5 years oldAfter school program for elementary

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comprehensive educational services for preschoolers by using programs such as Creative Curriculum and Handwriting without Tears. Full-day care from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday for $130 per week. Two-STAR rated facility.

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That puts TLS in the top 20 to 25 among schools its type in the country.

The school opened in 1959 and launched the latest fund drive in 2009. The $5 million donation is one of the largest gifts ever to a private K-8 school.

The proceeds will be used for teacher salaries and scholarships.

“This will dramatically increase aid and make the school affordable for more kids,” Head of School Chuck

Baldecchi said. “This helps make the school financially independent so we can be who we want to be.”

In other news, the school has purchased Scarlet Gate, the home of 19th century Lexington author James Lane Allen. The property sits on the 12.6-acre lot next to the school. (None of the money raised in the fund drive was used to purchase the land.)

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Good Shepherd Day School544 Sayre Ave., Lex.Info: 255-9734www.goodshepherddayschool.orgContact: Penny Williamson Capacity: 162Ages: 2 year olds – KindergartenDescription: A 3-STAR

rated preschool with hands-on, developmentally appropriate curriculum, nurturing, well-trained staff, and a love of life approach. Flexible scheduling and financial aid are available.

Harmony Day School2885 Rio Dosa Dr. Lex.Info: 519-6759www.harmonydayschool.comContact: Michelle Walker-CampbellCapacity: 24 Ages: 18 months - Kindergarten Description: Four-day morning

program. Individualized Montessori instruction. Environment that embraces cultural and religious diversity. Conveniently located near Hamburg, Andover and Richmond Road.

Immanuel Early Childhood Education Center

3100 Tates Creek Road, Lex.Info: 685-3237Ages: 6 weeks - 5 years oldDescription: Provides preschool

programs for 3-, 4- and 5-year-olds, as well as Parents’ Day Out classes for children 18-36 months, and daycare for children 6 weeks-3 years. All programs are designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, academic, and spiritual needs of your child with developmentally appropriate activities in classes with excellent student/teacher ratios.

Lexington Christian Academy 450 West Reynolds Road, Lex.(Rose Campus) 2598 Liberty Road (East Campus) 101 Providence Way in BrannonCrossing (Providence Campus)Info: 422-5700www.lexingtonchristian.org Ages: 3- and 4-year-olds Description: For 3-year-olds, a half-

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8:15-11:15 a.m. An all-day preschool program is offered for 3- and 4-year olds, Monday through Friday, 7:40 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Participants must be potty trained in order to be eligible to attend.

Lexington Latin School 483 W. Reynolds Road, Lex.(in Ashland Baptist Church) Info: 806-0832 [email protected]: Jeannie Daviswww.thelexingtonlatinschool.com Capacity: (for Pre-K) 12 students(for Kindergarten) 27 students (nine in each room) Description: A pre-K class where

you and your child will be delighted. School also offers first through ninth grade.

The Lexington School 1050 Lane Allen Road, Lex. Info: 278-0501 www.thelexingtonschool.orgContact: Beth Pride Capacity: 130 Ages: 2 - Kindergarten Description: Offers traditional

and Montessori programs. Developmentally appropriate curriculum taught by highly qualified teachers in a safe and nurturing environment. Financial aid available.

National Academy 3500 Arbor Dr.,Lex. Info: 273-3292 Contact: MandyRamirez, Director [email protected] Capacity: 454Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years Description:

Provides a safe and nurturing environment where children learn through play with a gymnastics and cheer program for all ages. National Academy is a STAR-rated facility and a partner with Community Action Council Head Start

program. Offers a summer day camp for school-aged children.

Our Redeemer Lutheran Preschool 2255 Eastland Parkway, Lex. Info: 299-9615 or 582-4344 www.orlp.orlutheran.comContact: Lisa SaylorCapacity: 30 Ages: 3-5 year-olds Description: Provides morning

preschool program from 8:30-11:30 daily for 3-5 year-olds. Morning classes offered twice, three times or five times a week, plus a one-day-a-week Mother’s Day Out program for 18–24 month-olds. The preschool is a non-profit organization. Conveniently located off Winchester Road, near Hamburg.

Porter MemorialPreschool, Kindergarten andMother’s Day Out4300 Nicholasville Road, Lex.Info: 272-3441www.portermemorialpreschool.comContact: Mandy Benton Description: A Christian curriculum

that lays a solid foundation for years to come. A unique program that includes phonics, handwriting, music, art, gym/playground, and extended stay with “lunch bunch.”

Providence Montessori1209 Texaco Road, Lex.Info: 255-7330www.providencemontessoriky.orgContact: Joellen Kuhn, Director of AdmissionsCapacity: 237Ages: 18 months-6th grade Description: Providence offers

both full-day and half-day classes (morning or afternoon) for children ages 18 months-6 years. Founded in 1965, Providence is the oldest and only American Montessori Society-accredited school in Kentucky.

Sts. Peter & Paul SchoolEarly Childhood Campus133 Barr Street, Lex.Info: 233-0921 www.stspeterandpaulschool.org Contact: Annette Justice Capacity: 180Ages: 6 weeks - Kindergarten Description: Offers an early

childhood curriculum that fosters social, emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual development. Activities include art, music, dramatic play,

literature, language arts, math, and fine and gross motor activities.

Sayre School 194 N. Limestone Street, Lex.Info: 254-1361 www.sayreschool.org Contact: Anna W. Martin Capacity: 84 Ages: 3 - 5 years with earlychildhood programs for children 18months to 3 years. Description: Offers both traditional

and Montessori instruction. Three-year-olds have a three- or five-day-a-week option (8 a.m.-noon or 1-3:30 p.m.) with the 4-year-olds attending five days. Lunch is included in tuition along with exploratory experiences in art, music, P.E., library and Spanish. Five-year-olds experience a full-day program. An after-school enrichment program is available for enrolled students. New and more options coming for the 2011-12 school year.

Southern Hills Early Learning Lab2356 Harrodsburg Road, Lex.Info: 223-7984 or 277-6176

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Founded in the 19th century, Sayre School launched a new

preschool initiative last year, hoping to better serve families in the 21st century.

Sayre introduced two early childhood learning programs -- Little Readers (18 months-3 years) and Toddler and Adult (2- & 3-year-olds) -- that involve parents and/or caregivers.

The program has been a huge success, with families signing up a year in advance.

“It’s a great alternative for families,” said Assistant Director of Admission Anna Martin.

“Parents and kids can build nice relationships with each other while experiencing fun and educational programs.”

The Preschool Pilot program launched last fall featured

offerings for full-time stay-at-home parents to full-time working parents -- and everything in between.

The program, which includes Montessori and classes for 3-5 year-olds that meet at varying times and days of the week, was so popular that Sayre has added a pre-K afternoon class for 3-year-olds that meets five days a week.

Sayre serves more than 80 children in the early learning and preschool programs.

“Sayre introduced a primary department in the 1870s, and our current preschool program has flourished for 23 years,” Martin said.

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Contact: Betsy CadwellAges: 3- and 4-year-oldsDescription: SHELL is a

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Summit Christian Preschool2780 Clays Mill Road, Lex.Info: 277-0503www.lexingtonsummit.orgCapacity: 29 / Ages: 3-5Contact: Margie JohnsonDescription: Summit’s goal is to

provide a Christ-centered educational experience for each student through peer interaction, materials that encourage learning through play, and a strong curriculum that prepares students for Kindergarten.

Trinity Christian Academy 3900 Rapid Run Drive, Lex. / Info: 271-0079 www.trinitylex.org

Capacity: 15 per class. Ages: At least 4 years old by Oct. 1. Description: Offers a Christ-

centered program designed to foster creativity and imagination in a language-rich environment. Three-day and five-day classes (8:30-11:30 a.m.), and a five-day class for transitional kindergarten for children who will be 5 by Dec. 31 (noon - 3 p.m.).

Wee Care Daycare and Preschool455 E. Maxwell Street, Lex. Info: 231-8687 www.weecaredaycarelex.comContact person: Erin Green Capacity: 62 Ages: 6 weeks - PreschoolDescription: Nurturing, experienced

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Wednesday 1Div. Of Parks & Rec: Bluegrass 10,000 Race Headquarters opens and online registration begins. Office open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. June 1 – 10, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. June 13 – 30 (not open weekends.) Dunbar Community Center. Info: 288-2946.

Lexington Art League: The Mezzanine Gallery, recent art works of photography and sculptures will be featured through June 10. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon – Fri. Government Center, 200 East Main Street. “Love and Things Like Love,” an exhibition exploring the topics of love, loss, compassion, intimacy and disconnect featured through June 10. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tues – Fri. 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Sat and Sun. Loudon House, 209 Castlewood Drive. Info: 254-7024.

Headley-Whitney Museum: “The Hidden Art of Sybil & Her Other Selves.” Exhibit runs until June 12. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tue - Fri, noon - 5 p.m. Sat - Sun. $10 adults, $7 seniors and students. Info: 255-6653.

UK Art Museum: Japanese Embroidery, Kurenai-kai workshop. Noon. Free. Info: 257-5716.

Shaker Village: Dixie Belle Riverboat Rides. 2 & 4 p.m. Runs until October 28. $10 adults, $5 for ages 6 - 12, children 5 & under ride free. Info: 734-1545.

Cincinnati Zoo: Cincinnati Opera Comes Back to the Zoo. 6 p.m. reception, concert begins at 7 p.m. Free. Reservation required. Info: (513) 241-2742.

Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Living Healthy with Diabetes English & Spanish Bilingual class. 6 - 7 p.m. Bluegrass Community Health Center, 1360 Versailles Rd. Free. Registration required. Info: 288-2410.

St. Joseph Hospital East: Breastfeeding Class. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. $25 per couple. Registration required. Info: 967-2229.

Lexington Legends: Legends vs. West Virginia Power. 7:05 p.m. June 1 – 4. $8 box seats Sun – Thurs., $9 Fri. & Sat. Info: 252-4487.

Lex Public Library: Central Library: Kirby’s Preschool Playhouse Summer Edition. 10 a.m. every Wednesday through June 29. Ages 3 – 5. Info: 231- 5534. Eagle Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 11 – 11:30 a.m. every Wednesday through June 29. Ages 3 – 5. Info: 231-5560. Tates Creek Branch: First Steps Storytime. 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday through June 29. Ages 12 – 24 months. Info: 231-5580. Village Branch: Spanish-English Bilingual Family Storytime. 6 – 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday through June 29. Ages 2- 5. Info: 231-5575.

UK Art Museum: Art @ Noon Lecture Series. Japanese Embroidery, with professional embroiderer Arata Tamura. Starts at Noon. Free. Info: 257-5717 / www.uky.edu/artmuseum

Thursday 2Lexington Farmer’s Market: 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday on Broadway & Maxwell Streets. Info: 608-2655.

Cheapside Park: Thursday

Night Live, live music, food and beverages from local restaurants. 4:30 – 8 p.m. Free. Info: 425-2590.

Living Arts and Science Center: Discovery Night, “The Art & Science of Solar Power.” 6 – 9 p.m. Suggested donation $2 adults, $1 children 12 & under. Info: 252-5222.

UK Good Samaritan Hospital: Nursing Your Infant class. 6:30 – 9 p.m. $25 per couple. Info: 257-5168.

Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Great Expectations childbirth class. 6 - 8:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Mad Potter: Paint With Me 1-2-3. “Fly Away Stamping Fun” platter. 6:30 - 8 p.m. $30. Info: 269-4591.

Actors Guild of Lexington: “Belle Brezing.” A tale of one of the most scandalous women to ever come out of the South, local playwright Margaret C. Price explores the twilight of the Madam’s death where she is haunted by her

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2011 Zoovie Friday Night Movie SeriesBring your friends and family to the Zoo on the first and third Fridays June through August to enjoy a great family movie under the stars at the wildest theater in town. Free entertainment before the show. Delicious movie themed snacks. Movie nights are free to Zoo members and only $5 after 5 p.m. for non-members.

June 18 & 19, 12 – 4 p.m.Father’s Day featuring Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants™Celebrate Father’s Day weekend at the Zoo! A fun scavenger hunt will introduce you to some of the Zoo’s proud papas. Be sure to bring your camera – SpongeBob SquarePants™ will be available to have his photo taken with guests.© 2011 Viacom International Inc. All rights reserved. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants, and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Created by Stephen Hillenburg.

June 252nd Annual WAKY Rock ‘N Roll Reunion ConcertFree with Zoo Admission. Concerts begin at 2 p.m. Get ready for a trip back in time as the best of the 60s and 70s Louisville Rock ‘N Roll bands get together for one huge concert in the Louisville Zoo’s Oasis Field. Visit louisvillezoo.org for details and a list of bands.

Coming Later This Summer…Appearances by Green Lantern, The Fairly Odd Parents, and more! Visit louisvillezoo.org for details.

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Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Toddler Storytime. 11 a.m. every Thursday through June 30. Ages 2 – 3. Family Game Night. 6:30 – 8 p.m. Info: 231-5560. Northside Branch: Preschool Playtime. 10:30 – 11 a.m. every Thursday through June 30. Ages 3 – 5. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Preschool Storytime. 10:30 a.m. every Thursday through June 30. Ages 3 & up. Info: 231- 5580. Village Branch: Paws to Read. Read out loud to a licensed therapy dog. 5 – 6 p.m. every Thursday in June. Ages 7 – 12. Reservations required. Info: 231-5575.

Friday 3Last Day for Fayette County Public Schools

FCPS: High School Graduations: Paul Laurence Dunbar, 4:30 p.m.; Bryan Station, 7:30 p.m. Rupp Arena.

Louisville Zoo: Zoovie Movie Night, “Yogi Bear.” Field opens at 6 p.m., movie begins at sundown. Free for zoo members, $5 for non-members. Info: (502) 459-2181.

Div. Of Parks & Rec: Free Friday Flicks, featuring face painting, pony rides, a petting zoo and a free movie that begins at dark. 7 p.m. every Friday through June 24. Jacobson Park. Info: 288-2900.

LexDance: Mostly Waltz social dance. Pre-dance workshop at 7 p.m., dance at 8 p.m. $7 adults, $4 students. ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. Info: 420-6780.

Lexington Opera House: Riders in the Sky with Chris Hillman and Herb Pederson. 7:30 p.m. $28.50. Info: 233-4567.

Studio Players: “Loot.” Follow the fortunes of two young thieves who rob a bank next to a funeral parlor and need to hide the money. 8 p.m. Fri & Sat. 2:30 p.m. Sun. $16 adults, $10 students. The Carriage House Theatre, 154 West Bell Court. Info: 225-0370.

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Music. 8 - 10 p.m. Info: 269-4591.Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: One World, Many Stories Summer Reading Kickoff. 2 – 4 p.m. All ages. Info: 231-5570. Tates Creek Branch: The Young and the Restless, music and storytime. 10:30 a.m. every Friday through June 24. Ages 2 – 3. Info: 231-5580.

Saturday 4Div. Of Parks & Rec: Lexington Olympic and Neighborhood Pools open for the season. The neighborhood pool at the Gay Brewer Jr. Golf Course at Picadome is open noon – 6 p.m. Mon through Sat and 1 – 6 p.m. Sun. Olympic pools at Berry Hill, Constitution and Douglass Parks, are open noon – 6 p.m. Mon through Sat and 1 – 6 p.m. Sun. The Olympic pool at Shillito Park is open 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Mon through Sat and 1 – 8 p.m. Sun. Daily admission $3 youth 15 & under, $4 adults. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a chaperone 16 or older. Info: 288-2973.

Picnic With the Pops: Tickets for the annual concert event go on sale June 4. “Havana Nights,” featuring the Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra and Grammy-nominated Cuban music group Tiempo Libre, is set for August 19 and 20. Ticket orders are filled according to date received. Info: 233-3535.

Lexington Farmer’s Market: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. every Saturday. Fifth Third Bank Pavilion at Cheapside Park. Info: 608-2655.

Step Out Walk for Diabetes: 7:30 a.m. Keeneland Race Course. Info: 288-2347.

Salato Wildlife Education Center: Louisville Metro Parks Fishing Derby. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Tom Wallace Lake, Jefferson County. Info: (502) 366-5432.

Bluegrass Farmer’s Market: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. every Saturday and 3 – 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday. Parking lot of Pedal the Plant Bike Shop, Richmond Road. Info: 548-3516.

Cruise for Kids Ride: An 80-mile scenic tour of Central Kentucky.

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9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sales from registration benefit All God’s Children residential treatment home for teen mothers. Breakfast and registration begin at Southland Christian Church at 9 a.m.

Arboretum: Plants to Go, learn how to maintain your own plants. 10 a.m. $20, $18 for Friends. Registration required. Info: 257-6955.

McConnell Springs: Wooden Spoon Carving Class. 10 a.m. - noon. June 4 and 11. $10. For adults. Registration required. Wildflowers of McConnell Springs. Join the staff for a wildflower hike. 11 a.m. For older children and adults. Info: 225-4073.

Div. Of Parks & Rec: Tear Jerker 2011 Custom Car Show. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. $20 pre-entry for participants, $25 entry at the gate. Spectator admission $4 adults, $2 children 12 & under. Masterson Station Park. Info: 539-6513 or 489-1907. Swinging on Main. Free swing dance lessons and a dance contest. 7 – 11 p.m. Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza. Info:

288-2925.Central Baptist Education Center: Prenatal Yoga: 10 - 11 a.m. Saturdays and also 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday. $50 for 8 classes, $55 for 10 and $60 for 12. Held at HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-4354.

Bleu Plate Walking Tour: A culinary tour with stops at local restaurants in downtown Lexington. 10 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. ever Saturday through October. Info: 1-800-979-3370 or www.bleuplatetours.com.

Shaker Village: Adventure Day. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $15 for adults, $5 ages 6-12, free for children 5 and under. Info: 734-1545. Wildlife Cruise to Blue Heron Rookery. 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $40. Registration required. Info: 1-800-734-5611.

FCPS: High School Graduations: Henry Clay, 11 a.m.; Lafayette, 2 p.m.; Tates Creek, 5 p.m. Rupp Arena. Morton Middle School presents “Only in Oz.” 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. $5 adults, $2 students. Norsworthy Auditorium.

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When guiding a child through grief:t Tell the truth. Use

simple and direct words. Allow children to ask questions.

Children without facts may blame themselves for contributing to the death.t Manage their time. Funerals are for the whole

family, but young children may best be included for short periods of time. Explain funeral rituals and help children understand the behavior of

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Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: New Brother/New Sister class. 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. Ages 3 - 7. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Lex Public Library: Central Library: Word Nerd Afternoon: Scary Words. An R.L. Stine-inspired edition. 2 – 3:30 p.m. Ages 8 – 14. Info: 231-5534.

Taking it to the Streets: Community festival featuring food, activities for children and music. Free. Co-sponsored by House of God Temple #1 and Centrepoint Christian Church. Douglass Park. 3-8 p.m. Info: 539-3687.

UK Art Museum: Artful Sunday: Flowers and Fun. Guided tours and art activities. 2-3:30 p.m. Free. Info: 257-5717 / Info: www.uky.edu/artmuseum

Monday 6Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Public Health Clinic South, 2433 Regency Road. Info: 288-2423.

Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6 - 8:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Pediatric CPR. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. $25 per person or $40 per couple. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

YMCA Beaumont: 10K Training. Monday and Thursdays. 8-9 a.m. Y Members $52/Program Participants $64. Info: 219-9622. Hatha Yoga. Beg./Int. Tuesdays through July 25. 9:30-10:30 a.m. & Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. Y Members $64/Program Participants $90. Info: 219-9622. Mat Pilates. Mondays through July 25. Beg./Int. 9:25-10:25 a.m. & Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. & Thursdays 7-8 p.m. & Saturdays 7:30-8:30 a.m. Int/Adv. Fridays 9:15-10:15 a.m. Y Members free/ Program Participant $90. Info: 219-9622.

Kentucky Theatre: Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour. Audience seating starts at 6:15 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. every Monday night. $10 adults, $5 for students

Info: 381-3533.Baby Moon: Transitions: Bringing Home a Baby class. 1:30 – 4 p.m. $35. For expecting families. 2891 Richmond Road. Info: 420-6262.

Kentucky Mudworks: Try It! Wheelthrowing. Noon – 2 p.m. $20. For adults and children 6 & up. Family Days in Clay: Gifts for Dads. 3 – 5 p.m. $30 child and adult, $20 child only (ages 8 & up.) 825 National Ave. Info: 389-9681.

Mad Potter: Family Fun Night. 6 - 9 p.m. Info: 269-4591.

Lexington Convention Center: Rollergirls of Central Kentucky vs. Vette City Vixens. 7 p.m. $10, free for children 12 & under. Heritage Hall. Info: 233-4567.

Raven Run: Stargazing. 9:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Info: 272-6105.

Lex Public Library: Central Library: Yoga for Teens. 2 – 3:30 p.m. For teens. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Tates Creek Branch: Super Saturday Storytime. 11 a.m. every Saturday through June 25. Ages 4 & up.

Info: 231-5580.

Sunday 5Lexington Farmer’s Market: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. every Sunday. Southland Drive. Info: 608-2655.

Talon Winery: Lexington Jazz Festival, featuring six local and regional groups. 1 – 7 p.m. $15 adults, free for children 12 & under. Info: 971-3214.

UK Art Museum: Artful Sunday, “Flowers and Fun.” 2 – 3:30 p.m. Free. Info: 257-5716.

Baptist Hospital Education Center: Art of Breastfeeding class. 2 -3:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Bleu Plate Walking Tour: A culinary tour with stops at local restaurants in downtown Lexington. 2 p.m. every Sunday through October. Info: 1-800-979-3370 or www.bleuplatetours.com.

Equus Run Vineyards: Tunes in the Vines Sunday Socials, pack a picnic and enjoy live music by local musicians. 2 – 4 p.m. Free. 1280 Moores Mill Road. Info: 846-9463.

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Lexington Arts & Science Center: Summer classes begin. Eight week-long sessions run June 6 through August 5 with classes on cartooning, animation, robot building, painting, experimental art, and more. Classes for grades K – 12 are offered from 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Partial and full day schedules are available. Teen and adult classes available Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Classes for preschoolers available weekday mornings. $25 - $85. Info: 252-5222.

Lex Public Library: Central Library: Tai Chi Fan Dance. 2 – 3 p.m. Ages 7 – 12. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Eagle Creek Branch: Jump, Baby, Jump. 11 – 11:20 a.m. every Monday through June 27. Ages 18 – 30 months. Summer Reading Kickoff. 1 – 4 p.m. For all children. Info: 231-5570. Tates Creek Branch: Hello Summer: Summer Reading Kickoff Party. 2 – 4 p.m. For all ages. Info: 231-5580.

Tuesday 7Kentucky Horse Park: 31st Annual Egypt Event, includes an elaborate trade fair, stallion showcase, art auction, barn parties and seminars. 8 a.m. June 7 – June 11. Free admission, $5 parking. Info: 231-0771.

Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Diabetes Basics class. 3 - 5 p.m. Public Health Clinic South. 2433 Regency Road. Free. Registration required. Info: 288-2423.

The Mad Potter: Diva Night. New guests and topics weekly, plus popcorn and chocolate. 6 - 9 p.m. Info: 269-4591.

Div. Of Parks & Rec: Big Band & Jazz concert series. 7 – 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday through June 28. Free. Ecton Park. Info: 288-2925. Southland Jamboree Bluegrass concert series. 7 p.m. every Tuesday through June 28. Free. 205 Southland Drive. Info: www.southlandjamboree.org

Kentucky Center for Performing Arts: “Shrek The Musical.” From the swamp to the stage, “Shrek

The Musical” tells the story of our favorite ogre and his quest to win the heart of Princess Fiona. June 7 – 12. $22.50 - $71.50. Whitney Hall, Louisville. Info: 1-800-775-7777.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Babytime. 11 a.m. every Tuesday through June 28. Ages 6 – 18 months. Tai Chi for Children. 2 – 3 p.m. Grades 1 – 3. Reservations required. Info: 231-5560. Tates Creek Branch: Baby and Me. 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday through June 28. Ages 6 – 18 months. Info: 231-5580.

Wednesday 8Arboretum: The Language of Color, a walk through the Home Demonstration Garden. 10 a.m. $5, $4 for Friends. Registration required. Info: 257-6955.

Safe Kids Coalition Car Seat Check-up Clinic: Auto Tech Services, 780 Winchester Road. 2-4 p.m. Free. By appointment: Info: 323-1153.

Rheumatology Support Group meeting: “Managing Gout.” 4 – 5

p.m. The Lexington Clinic Training Center, 350 Elaine Drive. Info: 258-4450.

Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Healthy Weight Basics English & Spanish Bilingual class. 6 p.m. Free. Registration required. Public Health Clinic North, 805A Newtown Circle. Info: 288-2410.

Baby Moon: Hypnobabies Childbirth Preparation Class. 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. every Wednesday through July 13. $265 per couple. Registration required. Info: 420-6262.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Wee Learners Explore the World. 2:30 – 3:15 p.m. Ages 2 -5. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Central Library: Kirby’s Preschool Playhouse: Birthday! 10 a.m. Ages 3 – 5. Info: 231-5534. Northside Branch: The 39 Clues Book Club. 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Ages 7 – 11. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Tai Chi Fan Dance. 2 p.m. Ages 6 – 10. Reservations required. Info: 231-5580. Stop Smoking Class Series. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. for 13 weeks. Free with

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Equus Run Vineyards: Lexington Ballet Company Under the Stars. 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. 1280 Moores Mill Road. Info: 846-9463.

Singletary Center: It’s a Grand Night for Singing, an evening of Broadway and pop music. 7:30 p.m. Fri & Sat, 2 p.m. Sun. $37 adults, $15 students. Info: 257-4929.

Kentucky Ballet Theatre: Latin Rhythms. 8 p.m. Fri & Sat. $17.50. Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center. Info: 280-2218.

Mad Potter: Friday Night Live Music. 8 - 10 p.m. Info: 269-4591.

Actors Guild of Lexington: “Belle Brezing.” A tale of one of the most scandalous women to ever come out of the South, local playwright Margaret C. Price explores the twilight of the Madam’s death where she is haunted by her former lover’s spirit. 8 p.m. Thurs – Sat and 2 p.m. Sun. $19 adults, $14 students and seniors. 4383 Old Harrodsburg Road. Info: (866) 811-4111.

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Brass Band Festival. Highlights include a balloon race, parade and fireworks. June 10 – 12. Free. 600 West Walnut Street, Danville. Info: 236-7794.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: One World, Many Crafts: Drop-in Craft. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. every Friday thorough June 24. For all children. Info: 231-5560. Village Branch: Snake Man of Appalachia, learn about Kentucky’s native snake species. 2 – 4 p.m. For families. Info: 231-5575.

Saturday 11UK Good Samaritan Hospital: Nursing Your Infant class. 9 a.m. - noon. $25 per couple. Registration required. Info: 257-5168.

FCPS: Countdown to Kindergarten Rumpus. Kids can put on their own version of “Where The Wild Things Are” using music, art and dance at Lexington Children’s Theatre. 10 - 11:30 a.m. 418 W. Short St. Info: 381-4202.

Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Comfort Measures Childbirth Class. 10:30

Lexington Legends: Legends vs. Hickory Crawdads. 7:05 p.m. June 1 – 4. $8 box seats Sun – Thurs., $9 Fri. & Sat. Info: 252-4487.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Pizza & Paperbacks. 6 – 7 p.m. For middle schoolers. Reservations required. Info: 231-5560. Tates Creek Branch: TC Gaming Night. 6 – 8 p.m. every Thursday through June 30. Ages 8 – 12. Info: 231-5580.

Friday 10Boyle Co. Health Dept: Breastfeeding Class. 10:30 a.m. - noon. Free. Registration required. Info: 583-1107.

Shaker Village: Serenade at Shaker Village Brass Band Concert. 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Free. Info: 734-1545.

LexDance: Folk Dance Festival “Dance Trance 2011.” Contra dance and workshops. $65-75 adults for full weekend admission, $35-45 students. June 10 - 12. Morton Middle School. For schedule and evening admission prices call 552-5433.

deposit, nicotine replacement provided. Registration required. Info: 288-2423.

Thursday 9Madison Co. Health Dept: Babies’ Best Start breastfeeding class. 5:30 p.m. Free. 216 Boggs Lane, Richmond. Info: 623-7312 or 986-1192.

McConnell Springs: History to Chew On Series. Bring a brown bag dinner and listen to presentations on Central Kentucky history, geology and culture. 6 – 8 p.m. Free. Registration required. Info: 225-4073.

Hospice of the Bluegrass: Community Memorial Gathering, for all those who have lost a loved one in the past year. 6:30 p.m. Visitors’ Center of the UK Arboretum. Info: 276-4404.

Kentucky Horse Park: Festival of the Bluegrass, Kentucky’s oldest bluegrass festival. Music begins at 7 p.m. Thursday and runs through Sunday morning. $15 - $40. Camping is available. Info: 846-4995.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass: Family Fest and Moore, with inflatables, petting zoo, music, face painting, crafts and games. 160 Moore Drive. Info: 231-8181.

Raven Run: Little Explorers Nature Walk. 1 p.m. Ages 3 – 7. Free. Registration required. Info: 272-6105.

Baby Moon: Weekend Intensive Childbirth Preparation class. 1 - 4:30 p.m. $65. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262.

Bluegrass Railroad Museum: Singing on the Railroad. 2 p.m. $12 adults, $11 seniors, $10 children, free for children 2 & under. Info: 873- 2476.


Talon Winery: Summer Concert Series. 6 – 9 p.m. Benefiting Jo’s Hope for Animals. Info: 971-3214.

Bluegrass Chapter of USA Dance: Samba lesson and dance. 8 – 11:30 p.m. $12, $5 for students with ID. Central Baptist Church. Info: www.usadancebluegrass.org.

Lex Public Library: Northside Branch: Saturday Science Time. 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. Ages 5 – 8. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Snake Man of Appalachia, learn about Kentucky’s native snake species. 2 – 3 p.m. For families. Reservations required. Info: 231-5580.

Sunday 12African Children’s Choir: The internationally acclaimed group of orphaned and disadvantaged children from Africa will participate in Sunday worship service at St. Luke United Methodist Church. 9:45 a.m., 11:10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. 2351 Alumni Drive. Info: 269- 4687.

Rupp Arena: Barney Live in Concert – Birthday Bash. 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. $16 - $56. Info: 233-4567.

UK Art Museum: Chado Japanese Tea Ceremony. 2 p.m. Free. Info:

257-5716. American Guild of Organists: Hundreds of church musicians will gather in Lexington, Berea and Danville and perform free concerts. June 12 – 15. For complete listing of concert times and locations visit www.2011lexingtonago.com or call 213-3385.

Monday 13Arboretum: Junior Master Gardener Summer Camp. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. June 13 – 17. Ages 8 – 12. $100, $80 for Friends. Registration required. Info: 257-6955.

Vineyard Community Church: Hero Training Camp Vacation Bible School. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. June 13 – 15. Free. Registration required. Info: 258-2300.

Kentucky Mudworks: Kids Clay Camp “Under the Sea.” 9 a.m. - noon or 2 – 5 p.m. June 13 – 17. $150. Ages 6 – 11 and 12 – 15. 825 National Ave. Info: 389-9681.

Bluegrass Babywearing Group: 11:30 a.m. Free. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 608-7938.

Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Diabetes Support Group. 1 - 2 p.m. 1530 Nicholasville Road, Free. Info: 288-2423

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: A World of Animals, see and learn about the African pygmy hedgehog, European legless lizards and red kangaroos. 11 a.m. - noon. Ages 4 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Central Library: Movies on the Big Screen “Curious George.” Rated G. 1:30 p.m. For all ages. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Northside Branch: A World of Animals. 2 – 3 p.m. Ages 4 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: A World of Animals. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Ages 4 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5580.

UK Art Museum: Lasting Legacy: Gifts of Art from Jim Wenneker. Open through Sept. 25. Free. Info: 257-5717 / www.uky.edu/artmuseum

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Arboretum: World of Weeds, a tour of the gardens and discussion of best control methods for common weeds. 10 a.m. $5, $4 for Friends. Registration required. Info: 257-6955.

FCPS: School registration. Drop by your school between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. on June 14, 21 or 28. Info: 381-4130.

Milk Mommies of Frankfort: Breastfeeding information group. 5 - 6 p.m. Free. Franklin Co. Health Dept. Info: (502) 564-7647.

Carnegie Center: Summer Kickoff, featuring carnival games, rainy day activities and healthy snacks. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Free. Elementary Age Reading Group. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday through July 26. Grades 3-5. Free. Registration required. Teen Topix: Teen Tips. 5:30 - 6:45 p.m. Free. Info: 254-4175.

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Wednesday 15Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Safe Sitter class: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Ages 11-13. $75. Registration required. Class meets at HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357.

Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Healthy Heart Nutrition Class. 2 – 3:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Public Health Clinic North, 805A Newtown Circle. Info: 288-2423.

Carnegie Center: Spanish for Kids: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday through July 27. Grades 1-5. Free. Registration required. Family Writing Exploration: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday through July 27. Grades 3 & up and parents. Free. Registration required. Info: 254-4175.

St. Joseph Hospital East: Breastfeeding Class. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. $25 per couple. Registration

required. Info: 967-2229.Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Extreme Explorers. 3 – 4 p.m. Ages 6 – 12. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Northside Branch: Summer Reading Kickoff: Ni Hao, China! 2 – 3 p.m. All ages. Info: 231-5590.

Thursday 16Carnegie Center: Personal Writing Universe: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. every Thursday through July 28. Grades 3-6. Free. Registration required. Info: 254-4175.

Ephraim McDowell Med. Ctr: Breastfeeding support group. 6 - 7:30 p.m. Free. Danville. Info: (859) 239-2534.

Lex Public Library: Tates Creek Branch: One World, Many Stories: Passport to Latin America. 2 p.m. Ages 6 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5580.

Headley-Whitney Museum: Summer Afternoon Children’s Craft Workshop. 1-3 p.m. Children can create their own art pieces to take home and enjoy. Ages 5-11. $15 per workshop. Info: 255-6653 /

popcorn and chocolate. 6 - 9 p.m. Info: 269-4591.

Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Health Chats about Diabetes. 6:15 - 7:30 p.m. Free. UK Polk Dalton Clinic. Info: 288-2423.

La Leche League of Lexington Monthly meeting: 7:15 p.m. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Free. Info: 608-7938.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Little Leonardo’s art activities. 2:30 - 3:15 p.m. Ages 2 - 5. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Central Library: A World of Animals. 10 - 11 a.m. Ages 4 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Eagle Creek Branch: A World of Animals. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Ages 4 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5560. Village Branch: A World of Animals. 2 – 3 p.m. Ages 4 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5575.

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Saturday 18Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Pediatric CPR. 9 a.m. - noon. $25 per person or $40 per couple. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Carnegie Center: EcoLiteracy Art & Poetry workshop: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. June 18 – 21. Grades K – 2. $20. Registration required. Early Learner Book Club: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Ages 3 - 5. A parent should accompany each child. Free. The highlighted book for June is “My Five Senses.” Young Readers Club: 11 a.m. - noon. Grades 1-2. Free. Parent/Child Chinese, near immersion style learning using songs, rhymes and games. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $72. For parents and preschool-aged children. Info: 254-4175.

Shaker Village: 9th annual Shaker Village Antiques Show and Sale. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and also 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday. $10 for adults, $5 ages 6-12, free for children 5 and under. Info: 734-1545. Firefly Jazz Series. 7 – 9 p.m. Free. Info:

Sunday 19Father’s DayBluegrass Railroad Museum: Father’s Day Train, Dads ride half price. 2 p.m. $12 adults, $11 seniors, $10 children, free for children 2 & under. Info: 873- 2476.

Lexington Convention Center: Reptile Expo. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $4.50, free for children 6 & under. Info: 233-4567.

Baby Moon: Natural Childbirth Series. 5 -7 p.m. every Sunday through July 24. $178. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262.

Monday 20 Kentucky Mudworks: Kids Clay Camp “Egyptian Explorers” and “Teen Wheelthrowing.” 9 a.m. - noon or 2 – 5 p.m. June 20 – 24. $150. Ages 6 – 11 and 12 – 15. 825 National Ave. Info: 389-9681.

The Mad Potter: Sushi Experience Camp. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. June 20 – 24. Ages 6 & up. $150.

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Friday 17Louisville Zoo: Zoovie Movie Night, “How To Train Your Dragon.” Field opens at 6 p.m., movie begins at sundown. Free for zoo members, $5 for non-members. Info: (502) 459-2181.

Cincinnati Zoo: Zoo Night at Great American Ball Park. 7:10 p.m. Zoo members can see the Cincinnati Reds vs. the Toronto Blue Jays for a discounted price. Also, an animal parade and animal meet and greet in the fan zone before the game. $10 - $22 for zoo members. Info: (513) 281-4700.

Kentucky Mudworks: Date Night Wheelthrowing. 7 – 9 p.m. $20. For adults and children 6 & up. 825 National Ave. Info: 389-9681.

Singletary Center: It’s a Grand Night for Singing, an evening of Broadway and pop music. 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. $37 adults, $15 students. Info: 257-4929.

Mad Potter: Friday Night Live Music. 8 - 10 p.m. Info: 269-4591.

1-800-734-5611.McConnell Springs: Junior Naturalist Program – Cold-blooded Friends. 11 a.m. - noon. Ages 10 & under. Free. Registration required. Info: 225-4073.

FCPS: Countdown to Kindergarten Arts Day. The Lexington Ballet will teach creative movement workshops while the Lexington Philharmonic presents “The Science of Sound.” Noon – 2 p.m. Free. ArtsPlace, 161 N. Mill St. Info: 381-4202.

Louisville Zoo: Father’s Day Weekend featuring Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob Squarepants. Noon – 4 p.m. Sat & Sun. $12.95 adults, $9.50 children and seniors, free for children 2 & under. Info: (502) 459-2181.


Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Chess Mates, a drop-in club with basic lessons offered. 2 - 4 p.m. Ages 8 & up, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Info: 231-5560.

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6 & up. Reservations required. Stories Before Bedtime. 6:30 – 7 p.m. Ages 3 – 5. Reservations required. Info: 231-5560. Tates Creek Branch: Nighty-Night Little Friend, leave your favorite stuffed animal for a sleepover at the library, and come back the next day to see what they did. 7 p.m. Ages 2 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5580. Village Branch: Up, Up, and Away with Mad Science. 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Ages 6 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5575.

Wednesday 22Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Healthy Weight Basics class. 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Public Health Clinic North, 805A Newtown Circle. Free. Registration required. Info: 288-2423.

Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Comfort Measures Childbirth Class. 6 – 8 p.m. Free. Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Lex Public Library: Northside Branch: The 39 Clues Book Club.

6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Ages 7 – 11. Info: 231-5590.

Headley-Whitney Museum: Summer Afternoon Children’s Craft Workshop. 1-3 p.m. Children can create their own art pieces to take home and enjoy. Ages 5-11. $15 per workshop. Info: 255-6653 / www.headley-whitney.org

Thursday 23Div. Of Parks & Rec: Hershey’s Track & Field Games. 1 p.m. Ages 9 – 14. Events include 50 meter dash, 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash, 400 meter dash, 1600 meter run, standing long jump and softball throw. Free. Registration required. Entry deadline is June 21. Info: 288-2955.

Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Safe Sitter class: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Ages 11-13. $75. Registration required. Class meets at HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Art of Breastfeeding class. 6 - 7:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

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Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. Public Health Clinic South, 2433 Regency Road. Info: 288-2423.

Lex Public Library: Beaumont Branch: Up, Up, and Away with Mad Science. 11 a.m. - noon. Ages 6 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Central Library: Movies on the Big Screen “The Tale of Despereaux.” Rated G. 1:30 p.m. For all ages. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Eagle Creek Branch: One World, Much Art. 2 – 3 p.m. Grades 2 – 5. Reservation required. Info: 231-5560. Northside Branch: Up, Up, and Away with Mad Science. 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Ages 6 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Up, Up, and Away with Mad Science. 2:30 – 3:15 p.m. Ages 6 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5580.

Tuesday 21Carnegie Center: Family Game Night. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. For all children and their families. Free. Info: 254-4175.

YMCA Beaumont: Tri Y Kids Triathlon Clinics. Biking. 9:30-10:30 a.m. $5. Info: 219-9622.

Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: Breastfeeding Basics class. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Public Health Clinic South, 2433 Regency Road. Free. Registration required. Info: 288-2423.


Lexington Opera House: Steve Martin, “An Evening of Bluegrass & Banjo.” 7:30 p.m. $95.50. Info: 233-4567.

Lex Public Library: Central Library: Up, Up, and Away with Mad Science. 10 – 10:45 a.m. Ages 6 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Eagle Creek: Up, Up, and Away with Mad Science. 2 – 2:45 p.m. Ages

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Lexington Legends: Legends vs. Greenville Drive. 7:05 p.m. June 23 – 26. Sunday game at 5:05 p.m. $8 box seats Sun – Thurs., $9 Fri. & Sat. Info: 252-4487.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Baby Food and Beyond class. 6:30 p.m. For parents with a 6- to 15-month-old infant. Free. Reservations required. Northside Branch: Exploring Energy. 4 – 5 p.m. Ages 9 – 11. Reservations required. Info: 231-5590.

Friday 24Mad Potter: Friday Night Live Music. 8 - 10 p.m. Info: 269-4591.

Raven Run: Insects of the Night. 9 p.m. Free. Registration required. Info: 272-6105.

Div. Of Parks & Rec: Men’s Senior City Golf Championship. June 24 – 26, deadline to register June 9. Ages 50 & up. $70 per person. Registration forms available at

all city-owned golf courses and www.lexingtonky.gov/parks. Info: 288-2968.

Saturday 25Salato Wildlife Education Center: Fishing with Friends. 8 a.m. - noon. Ages 16 & under. $10. Registration required. Long Run Park, Jefferson County. Info: (502) 244-8681.

FCPS: Countdown to Kindergarten Great Adventure. Learn what to expect in kindergarten through stories, games and a scavenger hunt led by the YMCA of Central Kentucky. 9 a.m. - noon. Free. Bar Y Camp, 5757 Versailles Road. Info: 381-4242.

Equus Run Vineyards: Francisco’s Farm Arts Festival, featuring 130 artists from 16 states. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday. $3. 1280 Moores Mill Road. Info: 846-9463.

Good Foods Market & Cafe: Green Sprouts Kids Club. 10 – 11 a.m. Free. Registration required.

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Info: 278-1813.McConnell Springs: Weekend Workout. 10 a.m. Volunteers needed for garden upkeep, trail maintenance and more. Wear sturdy shoes and work gloves. Meet at the Education Center. Info: 225-4073.

Lexington Bridge Club: Free bridge lesson and lunch. 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Registration required. 3517 Lansdowne Drive. Info: 494-0650.

Lexington Convention Center: American Gem Expo, Bead & Jewelry Show. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday. $4 admission, free for children 6 & under. Info: 233-4567.

Shaker Village: The Search for Shaker Treasures Appraisal Fair. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Info: 1-800-734-5611.

Louisville Zoo: WAKY Radio Rock ‘N’ Roll Reunion Concert. 2 p.m. Concert free with zoo admission. $12.95 adults, $9.50 children and seniors, free for children 2 & under. Info: (502) 459-2181.

Bluegrass Railroad Museum: Mystery Train. 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. $12 adults, $11 seniors, $10 children, free for children 2 & under. Info: 873- 2476.


Arboretum: Central Kentucky Concert Band, bring a blanket or chair to listen to patriotic music and show tunes. 7 p.m. Info: 257-6955.

LexDance: Contra Dance with caller Fred Park and Reel World String Band. Pre-dance workshop at 7:30 p.m., dance at 8 p.m. $7 adults, $4 students. Russell Acton Folk Center, Berea. Info: 985-5501.

Lex Public Library: Central Library: Storytime with The Poky Little Puppy. 11 a.m. - noon. For all ages. Info: 231-5534.

Sunday 26Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Art of Breastfeeding class. 2 - 3:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. New Brother/New Sister class. 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. Ages 3 - 7. Free.

Registration required. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Bluegrass Railroad Museum: Mystery Train. 2 p.m. $12 adults, $11 seniors, $10 children, free for children 2 & under. Info: 873- 2476.

Lex Public Library: Central Library: Game Day, drop in for board games and Wii! 2 – 4 p.m. For children and teens. Info: 231-5534.

Monday 27Kentucky Mudworks: Kids Clay Camp “Animal Safari” and “Gone Bananas.” 9 a.m. - noon or 2 – 5 p.m. June 27 – July 1. $150. Ages 6 – 11 and 12 – 15. 825 National Ave. Info: 389-9681.

Carnegie Center: Alien Invasion! A Writing Adventure. 9:15 – 11:15 a.m. June 27 – July 1. $25. Registration required. Info: 254-4175.

The Mad Potter: Intro to Glass Camp. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. June 27 – July 1. Ages 8 & up. $150. Registration required. Sparkle Bling and Jingle Camp. 1:30 – 4 p.m. Ages 8 & up. $150. Registration required. Info: 269-4591.

La Leche League of Lexington Monthly meeting: 11:30 a.m. Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Free. Info: 420-6262.

Lex Public Library: Central Library: Movies on the Big Screen “The Tale of Despereaux.” Rated G. 1:30 p.m. For all ages. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Northside Branch: Bright Star Theatre Performs African

Folktales. 2 – 2:45 p.m. Ages 5 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5590. Tates Creek Branch: Bright Star Theatre Performs African Folktales. 11 – 11:45 a.m. Ages 5 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5580. Village Branch: Bright Star Theatre Performs African Folktales. 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Ages 5 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5575.

Tuesday 28Lex-Fayette Co. Health Dept: English & Spanish Bilingual Diabetes Support Group. 6 - 7:30 p.m. Bluegrass Community Health Center, 1360 Versailles Rd. Free. Info: 288-2410.


Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Little Fingers, Little Toes infant care class. 6 - 8:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Arboretum: A Weed by Any Other Name, a show and tell of common lawn weeds and discussion of controlling them. 7 p.m. $5, $4 for Friends. Registration required. Info: 257-6955.

Ephraim McDowell Med. Ctr: Preparing to Breastfeed class. 7 - 9 p.m. Free. Danville. Info: (859) 239-2534.

Baby Moon: Breastfeeding Essentials I class. 7:15 - 9:15 p.m. $28. Registration required. 2891 Richmond Rd. Info: 420-6262.

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Branch: Magic Tree House Club: Dragon of the Red Dawn book discussion. 3:30 – 4:15 p.m. Ages 6 – 8. Reservations required. Bright Star Theatre Performs African Folktales. 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Ages 5 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5570. Central Library: Bright Star Theatre Performs African Folktales. 10 – 10:45 a.m. Ages 5 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5534. Eagle Creek Branch: Bright Star Theatre Performs African Folktales. 2 – 2:45 p.m. Ages 5 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5560.

Wednesday 29Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Safe Sitter class: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Ages 11-13. $75. Registration required. Class meets at HealthwoRx Fitness & Wellness, Lexington Green. Info: 260-6357.

YMCA Beaumont: Tri Y Kids Triathlon Clinics. Running. Noon-1 p.m. $5. Info: 219-9622.

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Survival Skills for Diabetes class. 5 – 8 p.m. Free. Registration required. Public Health Clinic North, 805A Newtown Circle. Info: 288-2423.

Thursday 30Carnegie Center: Creative Writing Teen Retreat: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday. $75. Registration required. Math Game Night: 5 – 6:30 p.m. Program is for preschool and elementary students and their families. Free. Info: 254-4175.

Central Baptist Hospital Education Center: Great Expectations childbirth class. 6 - 8:30 p.m. Free. 1720 Nicholasville Rd. Info: 260-6357.

Lex Public Library: Eagle Creek Branch: Raising a Healthy Eater. 6:30 p.m. For parents of children 1 – 3 years old. Free. Registration required. Info: 231-5570. Tates Creek Branch: One World, Many Stories: Passport to the Far East. 2 p.m. Ages 6 & up. Reservations required. Info: 231-5580. t

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Kumon’s enrichment program is waiving its enrollment fee for families who enroll between June 1 and July 15. The after-school program gives children daily practice to catch up or stay ahead during summer break at two Lexington locations: 145 Burt Road #1 & 2, Info: 276-4884; and 3120 Pimlico Parkway Suite 120, Info: 970-0004.

Sweet Blessings, a new non-profit organization in Lexington, creates specialty birthday cakes for children ages 5 to 14, who are facing a life-threatening illness or poverty. Recipients of the Sweet Blessings specialty birthday cakes must be eligible for the school lunch programs or be designated by a medical professional as having a life-threatening illness.

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Lexington Olympic and Neighborhood Pools open for the season on June 4. The neighborhood pool at the Gay Brewer

Jr. Golf Course at Picadome is open noon-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1-6 p.m. Sunday.

The Olympic pools at Berry Hill, Constitution and Douglass Parks, are open noon-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1-6 p.m. Sunday. The Olympic pool at Shillito Park is open 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 – 8 p.m. Sunday.

Daily admission is $3 youth 15 & under, $4 adults. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a chaperone 16 or older. Info: 288-2973.

The Living Arts & Science Center is taking registrations for children and adult summer classes. Eight-week-long sessions run June 6 through Aug. 5. Class topics include cartooning, animation, robot building, architecture, painting, experimental art, bookbinding and more.

Classes for grades K-12 are offered from 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Partial- and full-day schedules are available. Teen and adult classes are available Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Classes for preschoolers are available weekday mornings.

Weekly classes range from $25-$85. LASC members receive a $10 discount. Info: 252-5222. www.lasclex.org.

The Hospice of the Bluegrass invites everyone who has lost a loved one over the past year to join in a time of remembrance at the Community Memorial Gathering on June 9. The gathering will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Visitors’ Center of the UK Arboretum. Info: 276-4404.

The internationally acclaimed African Children’s Choir will participate in Sunday worship service at St. Luke United Methodist Church on June 12. The group, made up of orphaned and disadvantaged children, will perform a blend of singing, dancing and storytelling at 9:45 a.m., 11:10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. The event is free, and the church is at 2351 Alumni Drive. Info: 269- 4687.

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The YMCA of Central Kentucky has been awarded a $12,000 grant to develop “Play Every Day Outdoors.”

The Northwestern Mutual Foundation awarded eight YMCAs grant money to launch an initiative to increase family time and energize families to spend time outdoors with a community play program.

“Play Every Day Outdoors” is aligned with the YMCA’s Healthy Family Home to be a resource of information, tips and tools to help parents and children jumpstart healthy family habits. The program will be free and open to all families. Info: 258-9622. www.ymcaofcentralky.org.

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While it is best known for its state-of-the-art

fitness facilities, youth sports programs and summer camps, the YMCA is an organization uniquely designed to be able to meet the needs of the community and adapt as the community changes.

By focusing on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y strengthens the foundation of community.

When the YMCA of Central Kentucky was established in 1853, its focus was on serving young men coming to the city from rural areas to work in factories.

The Y provided reading rooms, lecture series and safe socials, and, in later years, night school with classes in mechanics and secretarial skills.

No soccer leagues. No aerobics. Yet, still the Y was affecting the community in a profound way.

That commitment to social responsibility is still very much a part of the Y today.

One of the shining examples of the Y’s responsiveness to community need is its dedication to the support and implementation of literacy and reading programs.

Today, one child in four grows up without knowing how to read.

According to the National Center for Educational Statistics, two-thirds of students who cannot read proficiently by the end of the fourth grade will end up in jail or on welfare.

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85% of all juveniles in the juvenile court system are functionally illiterate.

More than 60% percent of all prison inmates are functionally illiterate.

Locally, the Y has helped in the fight against illiteracy by collaborating with numerous agencies and programs designed to promote reading.

The Y has been particularly effective within these programs as a distributor of free books to children in need.

In 2010 alone, the Y distributed 6,339 books, bringing the total number of books over the last nine years to 59,894.

Among the pro-grams the Y has led or supported are:t The Reader’s Theater

held at the Learning Center.

Twenty-five students in grades 6-8 in this alternative school in Fayette County read a book in assigned groups.

After completing the book they wrote a one act play based on the book.

Then they went to the Northside Branch Public Library to learn about their digital lab and filmed each other reading their plays.

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Elementary in Lexington.The Y has a standing

program to tell a story,

conduct an activity and pass out books.

Themes range from space exploration to animals.

Sponsors: Lexington Public Library’s Spell-binders program.t Read Write Now.Held in the Jessamine

County YMCA after-school programs, this project groups Asbury educational students with elementary school students in reading and writing activities.

Sponsors: Jessamine County Library and Asbury University. t

Writer’s Voice.

Author Frank X Walker conducted a special writing session as part of the Y Arts and Culture day.

Walker is the author of several books and an instructor in the English department at the University of Kentucky.

Youth participated in a workshop that introduced creative writing as well as writing poems in persona style.

The day also included workshops by local artists in theater, African drums and Caribbean dance.t It Starts with a Story.The program was initiated

at the Fayette County Detention Center to work with the families of incarcerated loved ones.

As families wait for their visitation session, children can select a book of their

own to keep. Then they get to read with their family.t Story Telling Festival.The Y collaborated with

the Lexington Public Library, Spellbinders and Lansdowne Elementary to provide storytellers, food and a free book.

In other efforts: t Y staff was asked to be

a guest lecturer at Asbury University education class on the subject of reading and writing activities to use with elementary students. t The YMCA Child

Development Center and Lexington Public Library have teamed up to provide parents with literacy training to help prepare their children for kindergarten.

The children participated in fun activities, and every family received a free literacy bag to take home.t The Y conducted a story

time and craft for 28 adults with special needs at the Lord’s Legacy day training center. tThrough programs such as

these, the Y is improving the lives of children and families throughout our community every day.

To learn more about the Y’s literacy programs and how to get involved as a donor or volunteer, contact Wendi Keene at 367-7326 or [email protected].

Wendi Keene is the YMCA’s Executive Director of Community Services and has worked for the YMCA of Central Kentucky for 28 years. She works with the community to provide outreach programs, including literacy. t

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Shortly after my son starts kindergarten this fall, I’ll turn 50.

That makes me an “older” dad. Some of the grandfathers who drop their children off at Cooper’s preschool are about my age.

When I was still unmarried in my early 40s, I didn’t really know if I’d ever be a father.

And I always said I wouldn’t consider my life incomplete if it never happened.

Although I’ve always liked kids, I had trouble picturing myself with a baby.

I could envision myself with a teenager or a grown-up son, but those infant years seemed out of my league.

But once Cooper arrived, I became engrossed in everything about raising a child.

I read all the articles and websites I could about diapers and development; teething and tantrums; vaccines, vitamins and vomit.

I started saving coupons

for wipes and often strolled the aisles of “Babies R Us” on my dinner break, looking for items to make the nursery safer or bath time more fun.

Maybe fatherhood is more fascinating because it came later in life.

When I was small, I didn’t see my dad that much on weekdays.

He was a farmer who worked two day jobs and then came home and worked in the fields

chaos.My wife, Elizabeth, and I

are fortunate to have work schedules that allow me to be home with my children almost every morning.

It wouldn’t have been that way in my 20s. She works

I’ve played way too many games of pirate, watched countless episodes of “Max and Ruby,” and reintroduced myself to peanut butter and pickle sandwiches.

When I tell people about our arrangement, they often say “Oh, so you’re the babysitter.”

But it’s not babysitting. It’s parenting -- something many dads don’t get to do much of.

I’m grateful for each morning (even when they seem to be very long), and that this old dog continues to learn new tricks.

Maybe my life wasn’t incomplete before… but it’s more complete now.

Marvin Bartlett is the news anchor of the 10 O’Clock News on Fox 56. t

Marvin Bartlett with wife Elizabeth and children Cooper and Eliza.

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until after dark. I think that was the way it

was for a lot of us. Mom was always the one

who made sure we were fed, bathed and tucked in. Dad was a good provider and a role model, but he probably missed the full experience of raising a child -- the moments of tenderness, the periods of

part-time and gets home in the afternoons just when I need to go to work.

We don’t get to see each other as often as we’d like, but I do get quality time with Cooper and his 2-year-old sister, Eliza.

I’ve learned to try to make those mornings meaningful, with trips to the library, pet store or playground.

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Keep It Real not only functions as a fun contest in

which students win cash prizes but also as a learning tool.

Arthur Rouse, another charter member of the Keep It Real campaign, has a master’s degree in education technology and

owns Media Collaboratory/Video Editing Services.

He explains that the contest serves as an ideal project-based learning experience.

“In film-making, you have to read, write and make

things with your hands, so the project is a visual and auditory learning tool,” he said.

“Plus, everyone involved in creating the video is taking in the message. They retain the information.”

So with the growing number of entries, what makes a video stand out?

Heart-rending stories are the ones that people remember, Rouse said.

“Emotional stories are the most compelling,” he said. “The students share the stories with their friends, and the message gets around.”

That’s all part of the peer-to-peer messaging, Blodgett said.

The discussion among teens helps raise awareness about the risk of drinking underage.

“The program appeals to both boys and girls,” she said.

“And the media sponsors help broadcast it. All of these elements together create such a successful program.” t

The peer-to-peer messaging highlighted in the annual Video/

Internet Contest remains the hallmark of the Keep It Real - Don’t Drink campaign as it concludes its seventh year.

Keep It Real is a community-wide effort to raise awareness of the dangers of underage drinking.

The annual Video/Internet Contest challenges students across the region to create a 30-second video that stresses the hazards of underage drinking.

“It has a basic benefit to the community,” said Marianne Blodgett, charter member of Keep It Real campaign and the chairperson of the Mayor’s Alliance on Substance Abuse.

“It gets young people talking about the dangers of underage drinking, and it raises awareness and discussion among kids.”

It also has grown in

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Double Take: Like Father, Like Son

School: Henry Clay High• Grade: 12th • Sport: Tennis • Academics: Andrew has a 4.12 weighted GPA , has taken

nine AP classes and scored 29 on the ACT.Parents: Christy & John

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No need for Henry Clay High’s Andrew Herring to fret over a Father’s Day gift this month – his

dad feels rewarded every time he steps on the tennis court with Andrew.

Like Andrew, a star player at Henry Clay, John Herring, 46, played tennis for the Blue Devils and has continued his competitive career in adult leagues.

He won a national mixed doubles title with his wife Christy, who played at Georgetown College and is a teaching professional at Lexington Tennis Club.

last year and placed second in the State.Andrew, who has committed to play

tennis at Kenyon College in Ohio, is an All-State selection and two-time team MVP and captain.

An honor student and avid reader, Andrew carries a 4.12 weighted GPA in the Academy at Henry Clay, has taken nine AP classes and scored 29 on his ACT.

“He has always been a reader,” Christy said. “He’s independent, manages his time well and does it all on his own.”

With tennis, a challenging academic load and an active social life – he is recognized as Henry Clay’s No. 1 sports fan – Andrew still finds time to serve as his mother’s right-hand man in a tennis outreach program at LTC.

Christy runs after-school programs at eight elementary schools, and Andrew is her No. 1 instructor.

“He runs the lessons and supervises the other instructors. He could run the program on his own,” she said.

“As a sophomore, he stepped in and ran a whole tournament. People are always telling us what a great job he’s done.” t

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Tennis is a family affair for the Herrings. Andrew’s sisters Madeline, 13, and Kennedy, 6, also play.

That family feeling has taken center court the past two years when John and Andrew have teamed up for national father-son tournaments.

The Herrings have been ranked as high as No. 3 in the country, but the pairing seems to be No. 1 in each player’s heart.

Andrew passes up prestigious youth

seventh-grader and has played on five consecutive Regional championship teams.

Andrew had won state doubles matches by his freshman year. A year later, he teamed with Dean Tsamas, a former Lexington Family Magazine Scholar Athlete (May 2004), and the pair won the Regional title and advanced to the State quarterfinals.

The team repeated as Regional champs

tournaments to play with his dad. “It’s so much fun. I really enjoy playing with my dad,” he said. “I really look forward to it.”

John choked back tears when asked about his son.

“By far, it’s the best thing we’ve done,” he said. “To do something you love with someone you love makes it all the best.”

Given Andrew’s family experience, it’s no surprise his specialty is doubles.

A player in youth events since he was 10, he made the Henry Clay team as a

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