Owensboro Parent - October 2012

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I have lived in Owensboro all of my 25 (almost 26) years, with only a 4-year hiatus for college. When I graduated WKU in 2009, Jeff and I didn’t know where we wanted to live. We are true, red-towel-waiving Hilltoppers. (Did you see that WKU-UK game?! Go Tops!) So Bowling Green seemed like a good option for recently graduated newlyweds. But something pulled us to Owensboro. I have nothing but great memories of this town while I was growing up and we knew a family of our own was somewhere in our near future. And now, as the air turns cool and fall begins to settle in, I am reminded of exactly why we made the decision to move home. The Apple Fest is just around the corner, and I can’t wait to show Avery the pure joy of a Reid’s Orchard Apple Sundae (no nuts). And the perfect Sorce Family pumpkin is just waiting to be picked at Trunnell’s Farm Market. The leaves are turning at Yellow Creek Park and will make the perfect setting for our family photos. And as the weather cools down, we cannot wait to enjoy Smothers Park and the new downtown atmosphere. This season and this town are full of rich, family tradition that I look forward to sharing with my daughter. Owensboro may not offer the perks of a big city, but it certainly offers a family lifestyle that I cherish, a lifestyle that we at Owensboro Parent hold closely to our hearts.

After thousands of people posted on our Facebook page, rallying on behalf of Lane Goodwin, you cannot deny the sense of community we have in the Owensboro area. As the editor of this magazine, I know I am in the right job because I get to bring stories like Lane to you. But as a member of this community, I know I’m in the right place because of the overwhelming amount of support shown to one remarkable young man. Maybe you are just beginning family traditions with a new baby, or maybe you are continuing traditions made many years ago. Either way, I encourage you to embrace this city for all that it has to offer you. We have something special going on here in Owensboro--- let’s enjoy it!

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parent talk [7]

we are building something [8]

power of positive associations [10]

happy birthday, jordan [12]

pathways for success [16]

fall family fun [20]

a harmless halloween [22]

[24] ghosts and goblins

[26] heroes among us

[34] owensboro symphony

[35] concert curators

[36] together fun

[38] lost river cave

[40] calendar

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Owensboro Parent was happy to give you an exclusive look at Smothers Park in

our August issue. Now that the new downtown park has been open for a while,

we wanted to know what you think about it! That’s exactly what we asked you

on Facebook this month and these are a few of our favorite answers.

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I enjoyed taking my grandson and granddaughter there, they loved it

and Mimi got a good workout trying to keep up with them. Lots of neat

pictures for my scrapbook. - Linda Cheatham

My kids have not asked to go to any other park since this one

opened! We love everything about it and I love hearing all the positive

comments from other visitors. - Jamie Berry

Smother’s Park brings a whole new image to downtown. It has opened

opportunities for parents to have fun with their children without having

to spend money-- teaching kids the value to appreciate family time.

- Rachel Pate Whitford

It is amazing! I admit, I was a tad worried when I heard what it was

gonna cost. This is for sure something Owensboro needs to be proud

of!!!! Way to go Owensboro! - Jason Dil l

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The park is a great addition to our city. My children have already

been several times and love every aspect from the splash park, to the

playground and the fountains. - September Ambs Board

It is so family friendly! You can have date nights with your spouse,

walk by the river and see the amazing view, swing in the relaxing

swings while listening to the water fall on the steps leading to the river,

or have a treat at the concession stand for cheap! My kids love the

playground... My husband takes one and I take the other and we have

as much fun as the kids! Owensboro needed this and it’s just beautiful

and we enjoy going every chance we can! Good decision!

- Julie Carrico Hodges

My 3-year-old loves going downtown, “looking at the big blue bridge,

playing at the river park,” which also includes Smothers park. The

opportunities of going for a walk, playing on the endless playground

equipment and playing in the spray park has enhanced downtown

activities for children. I am proud of our city’s transformation!

- Michel le Crouse Pagan

Makes me so proud to live here. Great place for the whole family. I love

that my 16-month-old has a place to play that is geared toward her age.

And as a mom, I love the padding! She could even play in the spray

park without me worrying about her falling and hurting herself. Thank

you Owensboro! - Ashley Lanham Hicks

When we took our two year old to smothers park my husband and I

were both in awe at the amazing transformation. We both commented

that it felt like we were on a vacation retreat! We had such a wonderful

visit! We can’t wait to have our parents come visit so they can see it for

themselves! Thank you Owensboro! - Natalie Hinton

I am so happy and thankful to live in such a family oriented community!

Smothers Park is wonderful! My kids of all ages have enjoyed since

it’s opening! My 30-year-old son entertained his sisters, 8 and 11, for

hours! We took a picnic, played in the spray park and enjoyed all the

playground equipment! Topped it off with the great view sitting on the

river! Wonderful memories made! - Trudy Sjerven Boyd


There are only three pieces to the chunky wood puzzle – a dog,

a cat, a bird.

Each piece has a wooden knob attached, very handy for picking

the piece out of the frame.

Over and over – and over and over – I pick up

each piece, saying carefully and clearly each time:

“Dog. The dog says ‘Arf! Arf!’ Cat. The cat says,

‘Meow! Meow!’ Bird. The bird says, ‘Tweet! Tweet!’”

And then I put the pieces back into place,

repeating it all over again: “Dog. The dog says ‘Arf!

Arf!’ Cat. The cat says, ‘Meow! Meow!’ Bird. The

bird says, ‘Tweet! Tweet!’ ”

My granddaughter stares at me, glances at the pieces. She is

silent.

I hand her a piece. “Dog. Dog. The dog says ‘Arf! Arf!’”

My granddaughter says nothing.

“Where does the dog go?” I ask, offering her the frame. I give her

a hint, pointing to the dog-shaped cutout on the board.

She is not interested in where the dog might go,

instead decided she will go somewhere herself. She

stands up and toddles away on her chubby bare

feet, but goes only as far as the toy box. She picks up

another toy and toddles back to me, thrusting it into

my hands.

“Are you tired of dog, cat and bird?” I ask

sympathetically. I can relate. “Okay, we can play with rings. See the

rings?”

I turn the stack over and the plastic, multi-colored rings fall off

we arebuilding

Building something

that has nothing to

do with blocks.

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and roll around us on the floor. I pick one up, the big one.

“Blue,” I say. “Blue.”

I drop it on the pole and pick up another one. “Green. Green.”

My granddaughter claps. She likes green. I am happy; green is

my favorite color.

We keep going. “Yellow. Yellow. Orange. Orange. Red. Red.”

I turn the stack over so the rings fall off again, then set the base

in front of her.

“Blue,” I prompt. “Where is blue?”

She picks up yellow, then green, then claps them together. I pick

up blue and red and clap them together.

“Music,” I say, although the plasticy sound is not particularly

melodious.

She drops the green ring and it rolls away. “Go get green,” I urge.

“Go get green.”

Green is on its own. She picks up orange.

“Gwa,” she says. “Bahma ko.”

Close enough. “That’s right!” I cry. “Orange! Orange!”

She flings orange away. I hold blue and red toward her, but we are

done with rings. It is time for blocks.

These are the nice ones, different colors and shapes. We didn’t

get anywhere with rings, but maybe blocks will be the breakthrough.

“Red,” I say. “Red square. Blue. Blue rectangle. Yellow triangle.

Green.”

I stop. I don’t know what to say about this shape. I finally decide

on arch. “Green arch.”

I hand each block to her as I make the introductions, and to my

delight, she stacks them on top of one another. “Very good! We can

build!”

Our stack is surprisingly tall and is more or less steady, with me

surreptitiously reaching over now and then to nudge a block over for

better balance. But then, alas, a red triangle undoes it all: Swinging

her small arm too quickly and too close to the tower, it all comes

crashing down.

But it’s not a disaster at all. It is hilarious, and she laughs and

laughs.

I laugh too, then hand her a block. “Yellow. Yellow square.”

Her daddy comes into the room. “What are you doing?” he asks.

I look up and smile as I answer. “We are building something.”

And we are. But it has nothing to do with blocks.

Lora Wimsatt is a mother, grandmother and writer. She enjoys the everyday

blessings and adventures of life, especially her family.

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P A R T T W O :

Let’s recap quickly what the power of positive associations

means. In a nutshell, the more fun you can have doing things,

the more likely your child will associate that with love later

on in life. How do children develop their primary attitudes

about most things? Lecturing or watching us as parents really,

really close? The answer is easy. We are their models for how to

handle conflict, how to help other people, how to be polite and

courteous and all things in between.

Have you ever noticed how big kids’ ears get when they

overhear things?!

My child can repeat me, imitate me and carry on an entire

conversation from listening to me talk to someone on the phone.

So…if we know this information then we should be using it to

our advantage. Let me give you an example.

You are at the dinner table and you have a small child. This

child is small enough to not really understand vegetables but

also not begging for a plate of them either. You and your spouse

or a friend carry on a private conversation about how good

the vegetables are and how yummy they taste. The child says,

“Whatcha eating?” and you reply, “Adult Food.” The child says,

“Can I try some?” and you reply, “No, you’re too little, maybe

when you get a little older.” Isn’t this better than spooning some

peas on their plate and saying, “Eat your peas or no dessert!”

Incidentally, I did try this on my 8 year-old and sadly she is too

smart for this trick, but if you have small children, I would so

try it.

Let me share another example of this from a more personal

perspective. Did you know that the biggest underachievement

issues in America are from kids whose parents place a huge

value on education? These parents have great jobs. So what

are they doing wrong? They are worn out when they get home.

They are busy all the time. When they come home from work

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and their spouse asks them how their day was and they say it was

terrible-- I had back to back meetings, I saw patients all day and

never took a break, I’m exhausted. The child is watching and

listening and thinking my mom or my dad had to get a whole lot of

education to be so unhappy. Count me out.

My Dad has always instilled a strong work ethic in me through

his own work. He is the hardest working person I know. I grew up

watching him work long hours on hot days and he would say, “It’s

good for you.” I’ve had a job since I was 15 years old. My associations

are positive when it comes to working because of my Dad and I am

proud that I work hard because it’s good for me. Every day you get

home from work, talk with excitement about your job. Talk about

things you have learned, negative and positive. Great parents talk

with excitement, maybe not directly to their children, but always

where they can hear it. It’s just a good rule of thumb to always

remember that your children are watching and listening to you

even when you think they are not. Every second you are with your

child is an opportunity to show them how to be a good person.

Don’t waste this precious time you’ve been given. What are you

waiting for?

Christina Dalton, MSSW, CSW is the Family Resource Center Coordinator for Daviess County Public Schools.

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For a parent, there’s no greater joy than seeing your child live his or

her dreams. Jared Payne’s dream was to one day get everyone in his

life together to participate in a sporting event. Thanks to Two Rivers

Buddy Ball, some great sponsors, and so many donors, that dream

will become a reality on Saturday, October 6, with the Jared Payne

Memorial Golf Scramble to be held at Golfland from 10 – 2 p.m.

“For as long as we can remember,” said Jared’s parents, Jim and

Kristi, “Jared wanted to organize tournaments for his friends.”

Now it’s going to happen.

Even though Jared won’t be there physically, his spirit will live on

as his family, friends and Buddy Ball teammates gather to remember

Jared while having a great time playing putt-putt.

Kristi Payne relates, “It’s going to be an emotional day for us, but

it will also be an amazing one for all the kids and families who come

out to play.”

Jared’s Story Jared Payne was one of the original 43 participants when Buddy

Ball was started in 2008. Since then, Buddy Ball has grown into a

year round sports program for children with disabilities that now

includes 210 participants.

Jared would have turned 13 this year on October 6, but sadly he

passed away this summer due to complications from an aneurism.

Jared’s time spent with the Buddy Ball program were some of the

most important memories to him and his family.

Jared’s mom explains, “Sports were always a big part of Jared’s

life. He had favorite teams in each sport, and he knew the stats for

EVERY team. But Jared was diagnosed with autism at age two, and

that kept him from participating in regular school sporting leagues.

Jared was able to overcome his diagnosis in so many ways, but he still

did not have the stamina and endurance needed for lengthy practice

and game schedules.

Buddy Ball changed everything for Jared. He was able to play

the sports he loved, and the confidence he gained from that spilled

over into other aspects of his life. Buddy Ball meets different needs

for different kids...some social, some emotional, and some physical.

It also provides an outlet for parents and caretakers. We are able to

volunteer alongside our kids and form a support system with others

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who have similar experiences.”

“The thing I remember most about Jared is his smile,” says Billy

Shain, Buddy Ball founder and director. “Even with a disability he

had very few limits of what he could do, he just needed the nudge to

do them. Jared was able to overcome almost anything he tried.”

After Jared’s unexpected passing, the Buddy Ball family pulled

together to bring the golf scramble idea to life.

Mini Golf Scramble Idea Normally when you hear about a golf scramble, you think of

a fundraiser or charity event. But this golf scramble is just the

opposite.

“This is not a fundraiser. It’s just a fun day for our kids,”

explains Shain. “There is no charge. Anyone involved in Buddy Ball

can participate. We’ve had the idea to have a mini golf scramble for

quite a while; we just never got it together. So with Jared’s birthday

coming up, we decided that this event would be a great way for

Jared’s friends in Buddy Ball to have a great day of fun in memory of

Jared.”

C ommunity Support Obviously, the idea was well received. According to Shain, “The

community response for this event has just been amazing. South

Central Bank is one of our major contributors, along with Atmos

Energy, Wright Implement, and College View Middle School because

that’s where Jared went to school. We also have several sponsors who

have sponsored a hole for $20 and four or five t-shirt sponsors. Some

of Jim’s (Jared’s dad) co-workers at Atmos Energy are also grilling

for us that day. Our plan is to have give-a-ways throughout the event

as well.”

The cost for this year’s inaugural event was also covered from

the Buddy Ball/Jared Payne Memorial Fund that was set up through

James H Davis funeral home. So the money that is being raised this

year is actually being rolled over to next year’s event in hopes that

this golf scramble can become an annual Buddy Ball event held each

October.

Jennifer Wink, one of the organizers for the Jared Payne

Memorial Golf Scramble, is really excited about this event has been

really impressed with the community’s outpouring. She added,

“This is just a wonderful story about our community because we’ve

gotten so many volunteers and donations. And if we can somehow

raise awareness about Autism while we’re at it, then that just makes


this event even more meaningful.”

Heaven has a new statistician and sports analyst. He’s one of the

best, and he’ll surely be keeping score on October 6 at Golfland. For

more information contact Billy Shain at 315-9925 or

[email protected] or visit www.tworiversbuddyball.com.

Danny May is a husband and father of two boys. He is also the youth minister at Our Lady of Lourdes.

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three owensboro dads tell their stories of raising children

dads can create

Ty Stauffer and wife Jennifer agreed early in their marriage on

a couple critical points. Jennifer, coming from an elite ballet

background knew what it took to do something extremely well. Ty,

on the other hand, mixed himself up in every sport he could get

involved with, becoming a “Jack of all trades and master of none.”

From those two polar-opposite experiences, they made a conscience

decision to do two things regarding their own children’s growth.

“We committed to always have one parent at home. And we only

let the kids focus on one sport or activity at a time,” says Ty Stauffer,

owner/operator of Sports Tutor.

With those key principles, all their kids are excelling. Each in

his or her own way, but second child Lucas is more visible to the

public due to his success in Futsal (indoor soccer). “When Luke was

real young, Earl Hayden told me something I’ll never forget, ‘The

way I figure it, I can invest in my kids now while they are young, or

I can invest in them later when they get into trouble.’” That’s one

reason that Ty and his wife have tried to create unique pathways for

each of their children’s success.

“My oldest, Rainesford, has written some short stories and has

even been talking with students in a graduate level film course about

using one of them for a filming project. Annie, our youngest, seems

to be showing some good aptitude in soccer. My other son, Matthew,

is more like me and has tried a lot of different things, including

motocross. But he seems to be enjoying soccer now too. They’re

each so different and talented. I’m proud of each.”

Ty is challenged with something most dads and parents struggle

with balance. The day before I spoke with Ty, he had just returned

from a Futsal conference in Spain. Between running a new

business, coaching, traveling for Futsal and keeping up with Lucas’

international schedule this man is stretched.

When I asked him about that he said, “I know it’s tough,

especially on the other kids at home, but I try and keep talking with

them.” It’s times like these that having your partner covering the

home front is such a blessing.

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After Ty shared those wise words from Earl

Hayden it caused me to give him a call. If you know

anything about this patriarch of the Hayden family, you

know that he is immensely proud of all his kids. He

spent as much time talking to me about his daughters

and grandkids as he did his famous motor cycle

racers, Nicky, Roger Lee and Tommy.

“Rose and I both raced for years. We thought

rather than just make racing a hobby, we knew there

was a way to make a living out of it.” And it’s worked

too. Nicky was the 2006 MotoGP Series World

Champion (overall points winner), while Tommy

and Roger Lee both race professionally in AMA and

Superbike, respectively.

The Haydens literally created that pathway to

success. They pulled out the farm equipment and built

three different race tracks on their property. When a ball

diamond was being torn down, Earl bought the lights and

put them on the tracks so his kids could practice after dark.

“They rode four hours a day, since they were real young.

We may have had to push them a little to go to school, but we

never had to make them practice.”

Unlike soccer, baseball and basketball, there are no after school

sport teams for motorcycle racing, so they created one. “We had 5

kids in 7 years so they always had someone to train with. They were

never alone.”

All sports, including motor racing teaches life values. “It was

important for our kids to have respect and know the value of hard

work. Of course there may have been a time when they needed to

be reminded to practice, but in all of that, I was no little league dad,

yelling and hitting at his kids and making them do something they

didn’t want to do. I don’t agree with that. They loved racing.”

Riding was a way of life for the Haydens. Something the whole

family did, including the girls. And Earl summed up the reason

for their success in two words. “Have fun.” And fun and rewards

they’ve had. And not just in the monetary sense.

“I taught them to believe in the guy upstairs and be respectful.

Without that, it’s too easy to get caught all up in the sports and

fans. And Nicky’s success has allowed him to do charity work with

groups like Make a Wish Foundation. I see what good it does for

those families that are suffering and it brings tears to my eyes.”

Priceless.

Bill Duncan, Apollo High Swim Coach, is raising three kids, two

in college and one in middle school. And with wife Kelly, a former

world class swimmer herself, going to the pool was as natural as

waking up for Katie, Graham and Ben. Similar to the Haydens, the

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Duncans had a lifelong experience, but with swimming.

The path to swimming was easy. But they kept the door wide

open for other opportuniites.

“They really love swimming. We never made them swim

and always said if they wanted to do something else like piano or

volleyball, we were OK with that. Graham tried T-ball and other

sports, but he and Katie just loved the water,” say Bill.

Katie and Graham both have graduated from Apollo High

School and are currently attending Asbury University, swimming

for the Eagles as a junior and freshman respectively.

“Ben’s been a bit different. He has been interested in a lot of

other things and that’s OK. He plans to play tennis next spring, but

lately, he seems to be growing into swimming and enjoying it more.

However, Katie and Graham didn’t really want to do anything else.”

Each of these dad’s have been put in the position of helping to

coach their own kids at some point. Coach Duncan says, “Coaching

my own kids some, I had to know when to put the dad hat on. I

was careful never to at practice because that would put extra stress

on my kids and their teammates. But there were times when they

would be disappointed and you just needed to be their dad and not

a coach.”

He then said to, “Remember your job as a dad is to provide your

family with love, food, clothes and a home. Leave the coaching to

the coaches. And if you are the parent-coach, remember the ‘love’

part more than anything else.”

All three of these dads have created pathways to success for their

kids. And these pathways are unique and different, even within

the same family. It was once said that there are two great days in

your life--the day you were born and the day you discover why. And

that’s the challenge for any parent: helping your kids find their

purpose and developing a path to help them reach it.

Dean Ehrenheim, with his wife Jeanette, is raising four great kids. He regularly writes about his experiences in parenting, coaching and wellness. His email is [email protected].

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“To educate a person in mind and not in

morals is to educate a menace to society.”

Theodore Roosevelt

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We are so fortunate to live in an area where

family is valued and time spent as a family

is still considered sacred. Thanks to two

local families, the Reids and the Trunnells,

we will have plenty of family fun activities to

participate in this fall.

Kevin Trunnell carries on the family tradition working on his Utica area farm alongside his dad,

Edward. The farm, located at 9255 US Highway 431, has been in the family for four generations. Kevin and his wife Julie also own Trunnells’ Farm Market which began in 1990 when Kevin planted just one acre of sweet corn and then sold it out of the back of his truck parked in his front yard. Since then, after several periods of transition, the market has expanded greatly, opening the current market building in June of 2008. Then in 2009, the Trunnells expanded their family business by adding the new Family Fun Acre to provide education and fun for families, groups and school field trips. Reid’s Orchard has been in the Reid family and in the same location for 140 years. Robert Reid handed the farm down to his sons John and Robert, Jr. who passed the reins on to Billy Reid (John’s son), the current owner and grower. In those 140 years, thousands of people have drunk gallons of cider and eaten tons of fruit. According to their website, “Today Reid’s Orchard produces strawberries, apples, peaches, blackberries, pears, cherries and all types of vegetables for their farm market.” Since 1986, they have hosted the “Apple Festival” in the fall. The festival has been named one of the Top 10 Festivals in Kentucky and one of the Top 20 Festivals in the Southwestern states for the month of October. Kevin Trunnell takes pride in educating families about where the food they eat every day is grown and raised. He and his family enjoy letting others have “a little taste of farm life.” The reward, he says is “getting to watch the reaction of children and adults when they see honey bees up close or when they are picking their own pumpkin from our pumpkin patch.” His definition of family is a “close-knit unit that works and plays together,” and he loves educating his own children as they work with him while living on the farm. Reid’s Orchard, located at 4818 State Route 144 is proud to carry on the family tradition in the community where they live. The owners love hearing comments like, “I remember when my grandparents used to bring me out to Reid’s.” Their hearts warm when they see

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families making apple picking a yearly tradition in which multiple generations become involved. They are fond of soon-to-be-brides who ask about holding their weddings at Reid’s because of warm memories of times they spent at Reid’s as a child. Kathy Reid says, “We love having everyone coming out to the orchard. We think of everyone as our extended family, out here to have fun.” Both Trunnells’ and Reid’s will play host to a number of festivals and events this fall and they invite everyone to come out and play, pick, paint, and participate. Trunnells’ will entertain guests at five different festivals as well as a Customer Appreciation Day. Please consult http://trunnellsfarmmarket.com/events/index.php for more complete descriptions or call 733-2222 locally or 1-877-733-2222 toll free.· Ole’ Cider Days Festival- September 29-30: Six different ciders to be sampled, live music, barbecue, apple cider donuts and the Family Fun Acre.· The Great Pumpkin Fest- October 6-7: Participate in the Great Pumpkin Hunt and other games· Octoberfest- October 13-14: Enjoy live demonstrations of cider making, corn grinding, butter churning, broom making, and basket weaving. Free pumpkins to the first 100 customers.· A-Maize-ing Maze Fest Quest- October 20-21: Explore five mazes by day, and by night. Be sure to bring your flashlights.· Fall Squash-N-Pumpkin Gobble Festival-October 27-28: Bring the whole family for hay rides, a scavenger hunt, the Family Fun Acre and delicious pumpkin soup.

· Customer Appreciation Day- November 6- Election Day (no school): Vote first, and then take the kids for a free pumpkin from the patch. Reid’s Events and Festivals include the popular yearly tradition of the Apple Festival and a great playground where kids can burn energy and play before the weather gets to cold. For more information please visit· Apple Festival- October 20-21: There’s always tons of delicious food, and kids can enjoy carnival rides while parents shop at many vendor booths and in the orchard’s store. Be sure to buy plenty of fruit to can for the winter.· Reidland Play Area- open every day in October: This area includes corn, soybean and straw mazes, the apple slider, apple barrel racers, corncrib and much more.· Every Saturday and Sunday from 12-4 p.m.: Take a horse or pony ride, pet the animals or mine for gem stones. During Fall Break, these will be available every day from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. As an Owensboro parent, I feel blessed to have two local businesses where my husband and I can take our kids for safe, exciting fall activities, delicious food, and meaningful learning experiences. But, most of all, I feel fortunate we can all enjoy them as a FAMILY.

Casey Hamilton is the mother of two blessings, a daughter and son (ages 10

and 6). She is the Education Coordinator and an instructor at Owensboro

Community & Technical College.

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The kids’ favorite season is upon us. That’s right, fall

is here; and with it, Halloween is just right around the

corner. So what can we, as parents, do to keep our

children safe and secure while ensuring they have

a fun, happy Halloween? Check out these simple

safety tips to help your children enjoy Halloween

and all of the ghoulish, sweet excitement it brings.

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For AdultsHaving an adult with them is always the safest for kids, but just

in case you aren’t able to trick-or-treat with all of your children,

here are some common sense ideas for parents to help keep their

children safe:

1. Know which route your children are taking. Be sure it is a

neighborhood or area that you are familiar with and you make a

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plan for your children to check in with you periodically.

2. If your child’s costume has a prop, be sure it is not sharp and

that the edges are smooth and flexible in case your child falls on it.

Be certain that costumes are not too bulky or long so children won’t

trip and fall. Masks shouldn’t block a child’s vision.

3. Go over basic safety rules such as looking both ways before crossing the

street and never going near a stranger’s car or into their house.

4. Explain to kids the difference between vandalism and tricks.

Even if they are already able to differentiate between the two, peers

can be very persuasive in getting a child to do something they know

is wrong. Throwing eggs at a house might seem hilarious, but the

damages can be extensive. If your child is caught vandalizing,

make them clean up the mess themselves and apologize to the

property owners.

5. Lastly, something we all hate to think about. Get on the Internet and

check for local registered sex offenders. Go to www.familywatchdog.

us and type in your state and zip code. A map will show you where

registered sex offenders live in your community. Your children may be

too young for you to explain why, but be certain you tell them and their

friends to stay away from these houses!

For Teens1. If you are driving several of your friends for some Halloween

fun, be sure you have enough gas.

2. Be home by your set curfew, or call if you are going to be late.

This builds trust between you and your parents.

3. Vandalism is not cool! Besides leaving a messy cleanup for the

homeowners, vandalizing property can also get you arrested. Don’t

give in to peer pressure, even if you think you and your friends

can easily get away with it. Sometimes doing the right thing isn’t

always the easy thing or the popular thing. Vandalizing is never

okay.

Teach your children that following the rules for safety will not only

keep Halloween fun, but it will also help to build trust with you.

Then maybe someday they will carry on the same safety rules with

their own kids. Happy Halloween everyone!

Casey Hamilton is the mother of two blessings, a daughter and son (ages 10

and 6). She is the Education Coordinator and an instructor at Owensboro

Community & Technical College.

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Thursday, October 25, 5:30 – 8 p.m.

Trail of Treats

Downtown, Riverfront Crossing, Smothers Park (will move to

River Park Center in case of inclement weather)

· Movie on the RiverPark Center Patio (sponsored by

Owensboro Parks & Recreation)

· Trick or Treating through downtown and on Veterans Blvd.

(downtown businesses and local businesses and organizations

providing booths)

· Entertainment and Vendors at Riverfront Crossing

Saturday, October 27, 11 a.m - 3 p.m.

Ghosts & Goblins in the Park

Smothers Park (will move to Museum of Science and History in

case of inclement weather)

· 11 a.m. Dog Costume Contest

· 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Face Painting and Craft Activities

· Noon & 2 p.m. Magician Performance

· 12:30 p.m. Miss Teen Earth reading “How to Help the Earth” by the Lorax

· 1 p.m. Children’s Costume Contest

· 2:30 p.m. Halloween Story Telling with the Kentucky Wesleyan Players

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For some safe, fall family fun, visit this year’s Ghosts and Goblins in the Park. The newly renovated Smothers Park will be the site of this year’s events. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Angel Freels, Owensboro Parks and Recreation, at 687-8702 or 231-5686.


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Owensboro Parent has never seen such an incredible Facebook

following and showing of community support as with the

Thumbs Up for Lane Goodwin movement. The “Prayers for Lane

Goodwin” Facebook page jumped from about 10,000 fans on

September 14 to 175,000 at the time this issue went to print. People

from across this community, this state and this country have given

Lane thumbs up for his fight with childhood cancer.

So when one Owensboro Parent Facebook fan asked us to move

our October CoverKids to next month and feature Lane Goodwin

on the cover of this month’s issue we were not surprised to see over

2,300 people agree within just a few hours.

Owensboro Parent is happy to feature Lane on our cover and

share his story with our readers. We were very thankful to Angie

Goodwin, Lane’s mom, who agreed to a phone interview with us

during this difficult time for her family.

Thumbs Up, Lane, from all of us here at Owensboro Parent.

The Diagnosis One morning Lane woke up with a lump on the side of his neck.

Angie and George, Lane’s parents, didn’t think much of it. Landen,

Lane’s little brother, had an appointment for his kindergarten shots,

so Lane tagged along to have the lump checked out. The doctor was

not too worried about it and sent Lane home with some antibiotics

for an infected gland. But after Lane had taken all the antibiotics,

the lump was still there. In fact, it had grown.

Doctors wanted to do another round of antibiotics, but Angie,

now worried for her son, demanded to see a specialist.

“You have to be an advocate for your child,” Angie said.

Lane was then sent to Methodist Hospital in Henderson,

where a needle biopsy of the lump was taken. After what seemed

like forever, the Goodwins received the results: stage IV Alveolar

Rhabdomyosarcoma.

Lane immediately began 41 weeks of chemotherapy and 28 days

of radiation. He completed this treatment and was cancer free until

July 2011 when cancer was found in 13 areas of his bones.

Ready to again fight what the Goodwins call “the monster,” they

prepared for another long battle. But this time, they were determined

to give their son the best chance. They sought out a specialist in

New York, who suggested a clinical trial through Vanderbilt that

combined 36 weeks of chemo with a specific medication. Lane

began this trial on August 11, 2011.

Six weeks into the trial, Lane’s scans were clear. But the

excitement the Goodwin family felt was short lived. By the time the

trial was complete on May 8, 2012, some of the cancerous areas were

beginning to come back. Lane began daily chemo and ten days of

radiation to a specific tumor on his leg. But the monster continued

to grow.

On Friday, September 14, 2012, Lane had a sedated MRI to

measure the growth of the cancer. After he woke up, Lane wanted

crab legs and scallops, one of his favorite meals.

The Goodwins took their sons to Joe’s Crab Shack. After all,

Angie says, they live in each moment. If their boys want something,

they try to make it happen. Life is too short.

Before Lane’s dinner could make it to the table, he began

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having seizures. Angie and George got their son to the floor and

held his head and feet as best they could. An ambulance arrived and

transported Lane back to Vanderbilt.

Lane was unresponsive for over two days days before he woke

up. According to Angie, when he did wake up and saw his doctor for

the first time Lane smiled the biggest smile, shook the doctor’s hand

and said, “You can’t fix it anymore.”

Battling the Monster Lane’s many supporters are continually amazed at the strength

the Goodwins have shown. But for Angie Goodwin, it’s Lane that

has all the strength.

Angie says that from the beginning Lane has said, “You bring

out the big guns, I’m ready to fight.”

And fight is what he has done. The Goodwins told Lane that

they would take him anywhere for treatment, fight as long as he

wanted.

“It’s his body,” Angie said.

And for a long time, Lane was up for the fight. He endured weeks

of chemo and radiation, countless trips to Vanderbilt, sickness,

fatigue and stress. But now facing his third bout with cancer, Lane

is done fighting.

“He’s told me, ‘I’m ready to go to God,’” Angie said. “’Because in

heaven, I will not have cancer anymore.’”

And the fact that Lane is at peace, gives his family comfort.

A C ommunity of Support Angie said the

support she has seen

for her son “has been

overwhelming. We are

in awe.”

Angie originally

began the “Prayers for Lane

Goodwin” Facebook page to

keep family and friends informed

of Lane’s ongoing condition. She says

it has grown over the years, but the Friday

after his first seizure is when it started gaining great

momentum.

Any wish that Lane asked for, Facebook fans would deliver.

People were more than happy to make this little boy’s wish come

true.

And the Goodwins were no exception. Angie said, “We lived

every day. We didn’t sit around the house and cry. We didn’t focus

on the future.”

In fact, just weeks before his seizure, Lane enjoyed a family trip

to Florida.

The Thumbs Up for Lane campaign has been just another

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incredible gesture shown to the Goodwins from people across the

country and world. Celebrities like Garth Brooks, Coach John

Calipari, Matchbox 20, professional athletes, community members,

local teams and thousands more have all given Lane a Thumbs Up.

When Angie and George asked Lane who his favorite Thumbs

Up was from, expecting the St. Louis Cardinals, his favorite team,

they were shocked to hear Lane say, “My Mommy.”

And when they asked Lane about the hundreds of thousands of

supporters, he simply said, “This is what’s going to find the cure.”

And although Angie says that the Goodwins are “feeling all the

love,” this is what Angie wants to stress: “We’re just a little family

in McLean County. We want to make people aware of childhood

cancer. I would not want anyone to fight this monster… It has got

to stop.”

We were so touched by Lane’s story that we wanted to find other

kids in the greater Owensboro area that were also battling “the

monster.” Here are as many stories as we could find. Read them.

We promise they will move you. And visit their Facebook pages to

find out how you can show them support.

To each of these families, thank you for sharing your stories.

Owensboro Parent has been touched by each and every one of you.

Zhauntez “T-Bird” Thornton, 12 years oldMEDULLOBLASTOMA

After two years of an ADHD misdiagnosis,

Zhauntez was finally diagnosed with an

advanced brain tumor. On June 16, 2009,

doctors removed the tumor from the back of

his brain. Zhauntez then began eight months

of treatment, including radiation, chemotherapy

and three stem cell transplants. Although painful,

the treatment worked, until October 2011, when another tumor

was discovered, this time in the front of Zhauntez’s brain. This

young boy underwent another surgery to remove the tumor and was

caner free until August of this year. Doctors found that the tumors

in the back and front of Zhauntez’s brain had not only returned,

but had doubled in size and there was now a third tumor on the

right side of his brain. Zhauntez had until recently decided to forgo

treatment. The tumors have now started to affect his vision and

are causing severe headaches. At the end of last month, he opted

to begin chemotherapy and medication to stop the growth of the

tumors. Zhauntez is a caring child who befriends everyone. He

loves hanging out with his three brothers and loves sports like any

young boy. Despite his pain, Zhauntez continues to play football,

his favorite sport.

Support Zhauntez at his Facebook page, “Team T-Bird” Fight for

Brain Cancer

Tori Trizzle, 13 years oldSTAGE 3 OSTEOGENIC SARCOMA

Three days before her 13th birthday, Tori

was diagnosed with stage 3 Osteogenic

Sarcoma, which is a rare type of bone

cancer. She started chemotherapy three

days after her birthday. Five weeks before her

diagnosis, Tori was in Buffalo, NY on a church trip

to Niagara Falls, perfectly healthy, without any symptoms. She is

typically a happy, loving and incredibly well behaved young lady.

She is madly in love with country star, Luke Bryan and is quite

possibly UK’s biggest fan! She spends her spare time with her

friends and loves being active in the church youth group and with

her church family.

Support Tori at her Facebook page, Praying for TORI

Avery Murphy, 2 years oldACUTE LYMPHOLASTIC LEUKEMIA (ALL)

Avery began running a small temperature

at home in the night on Sunday August 19,

2012. Like any other mom, Jamie Murphy

thought it might be just a virus. By Tuesday

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evening Avery’s fever reached 102. Her pediatrician thought it was

an ear infection and Avery went home on antibiotics. On Friday

her fever was still climbing, so back to the doctor Avery went,

where she tested positive for the flu. Monday morning Avery’s

fever reached 104.7 and was not breaking. Avery was eventually

sent to Kosair Children’s Hospital, still under the assumption the

flu had just knocked Avery for a loop. Her pediatrician said that if

her flu test did not come back positive, he feared it could have been

leukemia. When the Murphys arrived at Kosair, the team of doctors

treating Avery told them they were leaning towards a viral infection.

Just to be safe doctors ordered a bone marrow aspiration that was

already scheduled just to rule out Leukemia. With the results of

the test complete, the doctors asked Jeremy Murphy to have seat

as Jamie was holding Avery in her hospital bed. She proceeded to

tell the Murphys they were shocked, but Avery did have leukemia.

The next day Avery began her process of having a port placed for

her chemotherapy. Avery is done with her first month of treatment

and doctors will repeat a bone marrow aspiration to see if her

chemotherapy is working. The doctors have told the Murphys she

could be in remission as soon as the first thirty days, but her

chemotherapy would continue for 3 years and then they would still

follow her until she is 21 years old.

Support Avery at her Facebook page, Angels for Avery.

Lydia Haycraft, 5 years oldEWINGS SARCOMA

In October 2011, Lydia was diagnosed with

metastasized Ewing’s Sarcoma (a bone

cancer that spreads to soft tissue). It began

in her left, upper arm and spread to her lungs.

The doctors explained that 20% to 40% of people

who had been diagnosed with this type of cancer lived past 5 years of

diagnosis. Within a few days, a central line was placed and she began

the first of fourteen chemo rounds. She has since gone through about

seven central lines, multiple battles with C-Diff, and lost all of her

hair. She also completed 31 days of radiation treatment to kill the

tumor in her arm. She absolutely despises the “yucky” medicines,

but thankfully though, compared to some children’s journeys,

Lydia has truly been blessed; other than the painful encounters

with C-Diff she is generally energetic, optimistic, and raring to

go. Her family often tells others, if she didn’t have a baldhead, you

would never know she was sick. Lydia is a mixture of a rough and

tumble tomboy and a princess. She loves to be outside riding bikes,

swimming, and getting dirty, but also loves to paint her nails and

put on make-up. She’s very outgoing and loves to visit with people

and like any 6-year-old, loves to be the center of attention!

Support Lydia at her Facebook pages, Lydia’s Wish and Love for Lydia.


Philip Lovekamp, 18 years oldACUTE LYMPHOBLASTIC LEUKEMIA (ALL)

Philip Lovekamp is currently a senior at

Owensboro Catholic High School. Two

years ago, about a month after starting his

sophomore year, he was diagnosed with acute

lymphoblastic leukemia. He left Catholic High and for the rest of

that school year he underwent several hospitalizations and weekly

chemotherapy sessions at the children’s oncology practice associated

with Kosair Children’s Hospital. He completed a few school courses

that year at home through The Triplett School. After finishing

treatment, he was able to rejoin his class at Catholic for his junior

year, and also resumed playing soccer for OCHS. He continues

with maintenance treatment, which consists of daily medications,

and IV treatment every four weeks in Louisville. He will complete

Maintenance in December 2013. Philip recently earned his Boy

Scout Eagle Scout rank and his future looks bright. He has resumed

all his normal activities and should be able to go out of town for

college, as originally planned. Philip and his family thank God

daily for the love and support that family and friends gave them

during the trying months of intensive treatment.

Kendall Kidd, 5 years oldPRIMITIVE NEUROECTODERMAL TUMORS (PNET)

It all started the first week of August 2009 when Kendall was admitted

to OMHS due to dehydration, after being sick and throwing up for

days. After four days Kendall’s parents, John and Amanda, begged

her doctor to run tests but he refused. Kendall was discharged and

given medications for acid reflux. John and Amanda were upset

because their daughter wasn’t any better. As the next week passed,

more doctors visits resulted in little change. Finally the

Kidds had had enough and took Kendall to the ER

at OMHS. They began a series of tests, one being

a CT scan, which showed a mass on Kendall’s

brain. Doctors at Kosair Children’s Hospital

told the Kidds that Kendall had PNET a type of

brain cancer that had spread all the way down her

spine. The doctors began discussing treatment, but

told the Kidds there was no cure. They were told treatment

would prolong her life, but Kendall was not expected to make it

longer than three months. The Kidds, especially Kendall, opted to

fight. Kendall immediately began chemo and after her first round of

the drugs, doctors were shocked to find all of her tumors had shrunk

by at least half. Five more rounds of chemo, a stem cell transplant

and 31 days of radiation were administered. Today, Kendall is cancer

free, but still suffers from the side effects of the treatment.

Support Kendall by contacting her parents, John and Amanda Kidd

on Facebook.

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Harlie Bryant, 6 years oldASTROCYTOMA

To look at Harlie Bryant, you would not think she is sick. Her

eyes have a youthful sparkle, and her mouth a mischievous

grin. And according to her mom, Lisa, Harlie is full of life and

6-year-old sass. But when Harlie had a routine eye exam to

begin kindergarten last year, the Bryant family received news

they never expected. The optometrist noticed Harlie had rapid

eye movement, a condition she had endured for

a few years, but it was the continuation of

which was cause for concern. Two days

later Harlie saw an ophthalmologist, who

suggested a CT scan. The Bryants received

the call on April Fool’s Day, but the news

was no joke. The ophthalmologist told the

Bryants that their daughter had a brain tumor

directly behind her eyes that was the size of softball. Harlie was

immediately sent to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital for the first of many MRIs. When the Bryants saw Harlie’s MRI, they were shocked to see a tumor consuming half of her brain. The tumor, an astrocytoma, or what Harlie refers to as The Brain Booger, was enclosed in Harlie’s optical nerve, affecting her carotid artery and hypothalamus. Doctors determined the first step in her treatment was to attempt to remove the tumor. After more than 10 hours in surgery, Harlie’s doctor was only able to remove about 20 percent because of its location. Chemotherapy was step two. Now, after one year of chemo, the tumor has not gotten smaller. But the doctor is just happy that it has not gotten any bigger. Just a few weeks ago, Harlie’s doctor determined to forgo chemotherapy after an MRI still showed no change in the tumor. Harlie will undergo Proton Radiation Therapy next summer, which will give her an 80 percent change of survival.

Support Harlie at her Facebook page, Hope for Harlie.

Jaycee Young, 3 years oldACUTE LYMPHOBLASTIC LEUKEMIA (ALL)

Jaycee was diagnosed on April 1, 2011, just a month and four days before her second birthday. After receiving the devastating news that their daughter had cancer, the Youngs spent three days in ICU with

Jaycee, then another two weeks in Kosair Children’s Hospital. When the day came that

they got to go home they were excited and terrified. But with prayers and support from their family, friends and church, they knew it would all be ok. They still have a year of treatment to go, but no one would ever know that their beautiful daughter had this awful disease called cancer.

Support Jaycee by contacting her mother, Cindy Rose Young on Facebook.

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Xavior “X-Man” Hall, 7 years oldACUTE LYMPHOLASTIC LEUKEMIA (ALL)

On April 10, 2010, almost a month after his 5th birthday, Xavior

was diagnosed. On April 9th he was rushed to Kosair Children’s

Hospital by ambulance where they immediately began treatment.

A spinal tap and bone marrow biopsy resulted with a positive

leukemia diagnosis. A few days later a “port,”

which is a device like a catheter, was inserted

in his chest. This connected to the main

artery in his heart to feed chemotherapy

through his body. This method enabled

the medicine to work faster. Xavior takes

treatment through this port every month at

Kosair and a chemo pill every night before he

goes to bed. He was in the hospital for 22 days before he finally was

able to go home. He has been in and out of the hospital several times

since then due to infections or viruses. But Xavior has been lucky

and has not been really sick from the chemo treatments. As of his

last treatment in August 2012, doctors told him to expect chemo

treatments through July 2013. That is assuming no changes or

setbacks occur between now and then. Xavior did have to miss out

on his 1st year of kindergarten, but he is able to go to school now.

Xavior is a happy, busy boy and can’t wait to get this ordeal over with

and behind him.

Support Xavior at his Facebook page, Prayers for Xavior.

Emma Joy Ford, 4 years oldBRAIN TUMOR

At first glance, Emma is just like any

other four-year-old girl. You wouldn’t

know it by just watching her dance to her

favorite Justin Beiber song, but Emma is

a little girl fighting a big disease. Emma was

born with a tumor in her brain, but doctors did not discover it until

Emma was two and a half. So Emma started treatments. After weeks

and months of traveling to hospitals around the country, Emma

received enough chemotherapy and radiation to shrink what was

once a golf-ball sized tumor down to the size of a pencil eraser. Then

doctors decided to operate. They removed the tumor from Emma’s

brain, and she was in remission. That was until a few months

ago, when they discovered Emma had relapsed. This time, it had

spread further, in her brain, and now, in her spine. Emma’s life now

consists of trips back and forth to Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital for

treatments every two weeks. Emma is ready for the day of ‘no more

owies.”

Support Emma at her Facebook page, Prayer Circle for Emma Joy Ford.

CJ Hayse, 9 years oldBURKITT’S LYMPHOMA

CJ was diagnosed on July 20, 2012. CJ began to notice a mass on

his lymph node. Local doctors prescribed antibiotics for what they

believed to be mono or strep throat. CJ’s mom, Michelle, noticed

that his tonsils began to swell. When they became so big she was

afraid his airway may be cut off, she rushed her son to a hospital in

Evansville. An ENT specialist performed a tonsillectomy and did

a biopsy of the removed tonsils. The results came back as cancer.

Currently, CJ is on his fourth round of in-patient chemotherapy at

Vanderbilt. He has regular spinal taps to ensure

the cancer has not spread to his bone marrow.

He has also had direct chemo injected into

his spine as a preventative measure. CJ is on

a five-month treatment plan.

Support CJ as his Facebook page, Hope for Hayse.

Rylan Daugherty, 2 years oldNEUROBLASTOMA

When 14-month-old Rylan starting showing

trouble with his balance his parents knew

something was wrong. He had had problems

with ear infections in the past and they

thought tubes may be the answer. But when

Rylan’s issues persisted after the tubes, and he

began having uncontrollable, seizure-like shaking

he was sent to Kosair Children’s Hospital where he had a CT scan

and an MRI. A tumor at the base of his spine was discovered. Rylan

underwent a 10-hour surgery, where doctors were able to remove 98

percent of the tumor. Rylan then had two rounds of chemotherapy.

While Rylan is now in remission, the cancer caused Opsoclonus

Myoclonus Syndrome (OMS), which is what caused his balance

issue. Rylan’s mom described that when Rylan’s body tried to fight

the cancer with antibodies, his wires crossed and they actually

attacked his cerebellum. Because of OMS, Rylan had to re-learn how

to walk and has lost the ability to talk. He now signs over 65 signs

and doctors hope that he will regain his speech.

Support Rylan at his Facebook page, Pray for Rylan Daugherty.

Ashley is the editor of this magazine, and in a year of writing stories for OPM, she

has never been so moved as when she interviewd these families.

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questions & answers with

What is your role with OSO? Why are you involved?

I am currently the OSO Board President. I enjoy classical music

in what I would classify as a “listener” status. When I started

looking for a way to give back to the community by giving time to

an organization I met with members of the board 8 years ago and

was asked to join. I have never regretted the decision. I am in my

7th year on the board.

Tell me about your family. Are they involved with OSO? Concert

Curators?

I am married (15 years) to my wonderful wife, Emily who has

worked for Owensboro Medical Practice Center (Dr. Vora) for

about 11 years and is currently serving as lab manager and primary

care manager.

We have 2 children. My son, Ashton is 10 and my daughter Noelle

is 8. They have been going to concert curators for 4 or 5 years I

guess – typically go to most of them. They absolutely love it and

routinely ask when they get to go again.

I am an attorney and I have been practicing law here in Owensboro

for over 14 years now. Reynolds & Thompson, LLP is the name of

the lawfirm and has been open for 9 years.

What does this community mean to you?

I chose Owensboro to raise my family after having visited my mom

and step father over the years while I was in the Navy. This town is

not too big and not too small. Coming from someone that has lived

in a town of about 500 on one hand and San Diego, Ca on the other

hand, Owensboro is the best of both small and large.

Why do you enjoy raising a family here?

I grew up in a very small town atmosphere (as did my wife).

Owensboro has that feel while still providing a great deal of large

city attributes as well. The schools are awesome. The community

is rich with culture and sports. We are very active in our Church

(Lewis Lane Baptist) which also provides us with the fellowship of

a wonderful Christian family that we enjoy a great deal.

What can the OSO offer the community? Parents? Kids?

OSO is likely the best opportunity for anyone to experience a high

level orchestra event at the most reasonable rate in the country.

Our OSO continues to amaze and receive accolades from all over. I

personally do not have a music background but I thoroughly love

every concert. Arts in general have taken a back seat over the past

10-20 years whether in schools or daily lives. All I can say is that

if you haven’t been to an OSO concert – you just don’t know what

you are missing!

We love this town and we love the OSO for what it does for the

community and are more than happy to be a part of the OSO

family. This organization is from top to bottom 100% top notch

and we are happy to have such an organization to devote our time

and resources as members of this community.

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What is Concert Curators? Why was it developed?Concert Curators is a partnership between the Owensboro Museum of Science and History and Owensboro Symphony Orchestra, as well as Kentucky Wesleyan College education and music students. It was decided to work together to offer a child care program during symphony evenings. Parents could drop off their children at the Museum, KWC students (along with Museum staff) would coordinate educational, musical, and other fun activities for the children. Parents can enjoy the concert knowing that their children are being taken care of and having a wonderful experience as well. Everybody wins. What is your main goal? There are really four goals: (1) to enrich the lives of children through a wonderful musical and educational experience at the Museum, (2) to attract more young families to Owensboro Symphony concerts, (3) to bring more families to experience the Museum, and (4) to give hands-on practical training to KWC students. What can kids do during their time with Concert Curators?Activities are often planned to coordinate with the musical repertoire of the concert. For example, if it is Italian music, some activities may be related to Italy. Sometimes music from the concert is played for the students, with games and activities (musical chairs, composer bingo, interactive games). Students make a craft, have a snack, have some time at the Playzeum, as well as other Museum activities. Is there a cost? What time is the program?The cost is $8 per child for Museum members and/or symphony subscribers, $10 per child for non-members/ non-subscribers. Children are ages 3-10 (must be able to handle bathroom needs independently). The program is 7 to 10 p.m. on Symphony evenings; parents drop off children at 7 p.m., go to concert from 7:30 to 9:30 and then pick up their children after the concert by 10 p.m.

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Indoor Activities What a beautiful time of the year to get out of the house and

make some memories with your kids. As a child, I remember

playing in the leaves with my dad and grandfather. He had six

huge maple trees in his yard; therefore, lots of leaves. We would

rake for a while, play for a while, and then we would finally

finish with a big bonfire in the driveway. Such great memories

I remember the smells, the laughter, the feel of the sticky leaves,

and the beautiful colors of the season. All it takes is a couple of

hours, and you can make those same memories with your children.

It is definitely cheap entertainment. All it takes is a rake and a

camera (optional) to have fun that will last a lifetime. So what

other activities can you do with your children in the fall?

Try leaf rubbing. Find a pretty leaf or several from different

trees. While you are doing it, identify the leaves. Is it an oak,

maple, or sycamore tree? See how many you can find. After you

have a nice collection, position the leaves on plain white paper,

vein side up. Now lay another sheet of white paper over the top of

the leaves. and start rubbing with the side of the crayon you have

chosen. Be sure and peel the paper off of the crayon so you will

have a good surface. Now rub gently and watch the leaves appear

like magic. You can use the rubbings as art, make wrapping paper

for gifts, or for cards. Let your imagination be your guide!

Make a wreath together. Again, start with an outdoor walk

and collect some leaves along the way. Back at home trace 40-50

of them on different colors of paper, so you have a variety of fall

colors. After tracing them, now cut them out and layer them on

a cardboard wreath. You can choose any size wreath from 12” to

24”. To give this wreath a little bling, dip the edges of some of the

“leaves” in glue and then glitter. Once you have them attached to

your cardboard circle, add dimension with flowers, ribbon, or nuts.

Hang the wreath in the house, and don’t forget to take pictures of

the project in progress and when finished!

Check out these websites for more ideas and indoor activities:

www.coloring.inbox.com

www.myscrapnook.com

www.spoonful.com

www.familyeducation.com

Outdoor Activities Besides leaf raking, dead man’s bluff, and making paths

through the leaves, there are many more things you can do with

your children to enjoy the outdoors during this great time of year:

Hide things in the leaves like change, candy, or gum, - first one

to find it, keeps it! Stuff a scarecrow with leaves, play “name that

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leaf ” as you walk or ride your bicycle through a neighborhood.

Plan an outdoor party complete with a scarecrow contest, hay

bales, maybe a hayride, a bonfire (if conditions permit – check

with local officials about outdoor burning), make s’mores, or roast

hotdogs over the grill.

Carving pumpkins is one or my favorite outdoor activities.

Print off jack-o-lantern patterns from the internet. The website

www.history.com has some cool, free patterns. Then punch and

carve (be careful) to your heart’s content. Painting pumpkins gold

and silver with a little glitter added is also an outdoor activity.

Use ideas from www.spoonful.com/halloween to plan outdoor

decorations. Let the whole family get involved, and it could

become a yearly tradition at your house. This much fun could

spread across the neighborhood!

Memories aren’t made in front of the television. This is the

month that calls for us to explore the outdoors. So get out there,

move, walk, bike, or skip through the woods, on the trails, and at

the lake.

Your family will be having a ball this fall!

Christy Ramey is the Daviess County Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences. She has been married for 38 years and have three children and three grandchildren.

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“October is going to be incredible,” Lost River Cave’s

Marketing Assistant Kara Williams said as she helped

plan events for the first month of fall.

Fall Break Bash celebrates the upcoming season. The cave is

offering $5 boat tours to all visitors Sept. 29 through Oct. 14.

Lost River Cave is hosting several community events this fall.

Families are invited to enjoy a fun “staycation” with Fall Break

Bash, the Scarecrow Trail and the pumpkin sale.

It can’t be fall at Lost River Cave without pumpkins. After

experiencing Kentucky’s only underground boat tour, visitors

can buy fresh, locally-grown pumpkins and walk the free, scenic

trails in the Lost River Valley.

Speaking of trails, Lost River Cave is also hosting its first

Scarecrow Trail this fall. From Oct. 6 through Halloween,

visitors can check out decorated scarecrows lining the walking

trails. Each scarecrow is sponsored and built by local community

members. It’s free to walk—if you dare.

“It’s a little spooky and a lot of fun,” Executive Director

Rho Lansden said. “Grab your sweater, your sneakers and your

sweetie, and feel the crisp leaves crunch under your feet while

you check out the scarecrows.”

Visitors can vote for their favorite scarecrow, which will be

announced as the People’s Choice winner in mid-October.

Proceeds from October’s festivities go toward constructing

an Arbor Day Foundation-certified Nature Explore Outdoor

Classroom. Plans including a cave crawl, tree house and vegetable

garden will make the outdoor classroom the only one of its kind

in south central Kentucky. As Lost River Cave’s newest initiative

to get kids outside and exploring their natural environment, the

classroom will be an asset to its Nature Center.

“Fall Break Bash is my favorite event of the year because it

gives me pride to see so many people from the community out

and about in nature at Lost River Cave,” Williams said.

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COMING UPOctober 16th to November 20th (Tuesdays)GETTING BACK TO BASICS 5:15 p.m. to 7p.mOwensboro Middle School South. Childcare provided. Please call 686-1159 to register. October 17th to November 14th (Wednesdays)ACTIVE PARENTING FOR PARENTS, STEP PARENTS AND GUARDIANS • 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. DCPS Learning Center; No childcare provided. Please call 852-7187 to register.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 1FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.

DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT Head downtown every Thursday night for Downtown Date Night. Enjoy dinner at one of Owensboro’s downtown restaurants and live entertainment. Check schedule at www.facebook.com/DowntownDateNight.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 9 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.

U.S. 60 YARD SALE From Livingston County to Meade County, U.S. Highway 60 will become one big yard sale, involving both private and business displays. Cities on the route include Smithland, Salem, Marion, Sturgis, Morganfield, Waverly, Corydon, Henderson, Owensboro, Lewisport, Hawesville, Cloverport, Hardinsburg, Irvington, Muldraugh and many more; www.highway60yardsale.com

VOICES OF ELMWOOD Join the Daviess County Public Library and the Owensboro Museum of Science and History as they invite you on the fifth annual “Voices of Elmwood” tour. Starting at 6:00 PM, take a hayride through the historic sections of Elmwood Cemetery and learn about some of the history of Owensboro, and the people who shaped it. Tickets for the tour are $10. Fridays & Saturdays. Cemetery located at Old Hartford Road and Breckenridge Street; 270-687-2732 or www.owensboromuseum.com.

JUNIOR TAE KWON DO This is the deadline to register for this class, where you will learn the basics of the ancient art of Tae Kwon Do while improving your mind and body. This is a great opportunity

for children to improve their coordination and motor skills in an energetic, fun atmosphere; Class dates: Saturdays, Oct. 20 – Nov. 17; $25; For more information (270) 687-8700 or owensboroparks.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6THE GREAT PUMPKIN FEST This event will include pumpkin carving and contests and a Pumpkin Hunt at 2 p.m. Live entertainment, hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch, interactive Giant Corn Maze; 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Saturday, 12 – 6 p.m. on Sunday; 9255 US Hwy 231, (270) 733-2222 or 877-733-2202 or www.trunnellsfarmmarket.com.

VOICES OF ELMWOOD See event description on Friday, October 5.

26TH ANNUAL FARM FESTIVAL Located at Lampkin Farm at 8284 Short Station Road in Daviess County, this festival features John Deere Tractors & Equipment from the 1800’s to the present. Family fun including kiddie rides, tractor pulls, antique cars & trucks, and a flea & craft market; (812) 649-9642 or www.psci.net/hutch/kafma.html.

3RD ANNUAL FASHION SHOWCASE OF COURAGE Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana, Pennyroyal Learning Center and Towne Square Mall to bring you the 3rd annual “Fashion Showcase of Courage, Confidence, and Character.” For more information, please contact Lori Kimble, at [email protected] or 270-314-1468.

FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE! Visit the library every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self guided fun and educational activities with a focus on literacy and school readiness; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.

Informing parents about fun, local events is a priority for Owensboro Parent. Our magazine compiles events from across

the city and county. So when your family is looking for something to do, check out the Owensboro Parent calendar,

where you will find information on local events, including event descriptions, locations, dates, times and price.

Want to include your event? Contact the editor at [email protected].

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FUN AT REID’S ORCHARD Kids can enjoy horse and pony rides and wagon rides to the pumpkin patch; Contact Reid’s Orchard for more information, (270) 685-2444 or reidorchard.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7THE GREAT PUMPKIN FEST See event description on Saturday, October 6.

26TH ANNUAL FARM FESTIVAL See event description on Saturday, October 6.

FUN AT REID’S ORCHARD See event description on October 6.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 8 FALL BREAKDAY CAMP Owensboro Parks & Recreation Department will provide your child with exciting, well-rounded recreational and educational activities, including arts, crafts, games, sports, field trips and fun surprises. Campers will need to bring a sack lunch each day. Breakfast is available for $1 per day; For ages 5 – 13; October 8 -12; 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Owensboro Parks and Recreation Administrative Center; $65 whole week; $50 for three days or fewer; For more information (270) 687-8700 or owensboroparks.org.

FREE ART CAMP – GROOVY GOURDS Lessons in painting and sculpting techniques in creating three-dimensional animal forms & human figures at the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art; 901 Frederica Street; (270) 685-3181 or www.omfa.us.

FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.

GINGERBREAD HAUNTED HOUSE WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS The perfect fall activity for kids hosted by Maggie’s Cakes & More! This event includes decorating gingerbread haunted houses, pumpkin decorating, corm maze and other activities; Sessions at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. October 8 - 10; Sign up at Maggie’s, (270) 222-2201, 3115 Commonwealth Court.

GINGERBREAD HAUNTED HOUSES & BOOZ A fun adult event hosted by Maggie’s Cakes & More! These sessions will be held October 8 - 10 at 6 p.m. BYOB; Sign up at Maggie’s, (270) 222-2201, 3115 Commonwealth Court.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9SONGS OF THE CIVIL WAR Join KWC Artist in Residence Dr. Dianne Earle as she performs music from the Civil War. Join as a recruit in her fife and drum corps and learn to play them yourself; 11 a.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 East 2nd St.; (270) 687-2732 or owensboromuseum.

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FREE ART CAMP – GROOVY GOURDS See event description on Monday, October 8.

GINGERBREAD HAUNTED HOUSE WORKSHOPS See October 8 for event descriptions.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10STORIES OF THE CIVIL WAR Tennessee storyteller and historian Eve Davenport Holder will be sharing stories from the Civil War; 11 a.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 East 2nd St.;

(270) 687-2732 or owensboromuseum.org.


GINGERBREAD HAUNTED HOUSE WORKSHOPS See October 8 for event descriptions.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.

CIVIL WAR SURGEON Come and meet Darrell Day and learn about the life and practices of a Civil War surgeon in the Union Army. See and learn about the instruments he used and ask questions about what things were like in a field hospital; 11 a.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 East 2nd St.; (270) 687-2732 or owensboromuseum.org.

APPLE CIDER PRESS Come join with the museum staff and learn about how to make delicious, all natural apple cider-- the old fashioned way! 2 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 East 2nd St.; (270) 687-2732 or owensboromuseum.org.




FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12BROADWAY AT RIVERPARK “NUNSET BOULEVARD” The Little Sisters of Hoboken head to Los Angeles for a show at the Hollywood Bowl-A-Rama. 7 p.m.; RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess Street; (270) 687-2787 or www.riverparkcenter.org.

8TH ANNUAL BOO-FEST Activities include a haunted hay ride on Friday nights, and pumpkin painting, games, crafts, and a trip through the haunted house. Tours begin each Friday and Saturday night at 7 p.m.; Diamond Lake Resort, 7301 Hobbs Road; (270) 229-4900 or www.diamondlakeresort.net.

AUTUMN CONSTELLATIONS Venture into the StarLab and find stories in the stars as we hear about the autumn night time skies. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science and History, 122 East 2nd St.; (270) 687-2732 or owensboromuseum.org.

ACTIVITY DAY! Tennessee storyteller and historian Eve Davenport Holder offers children’s activities, including learning hot to start your own family tree, trying on Civil War era clothing, and a coloring

contest! 12 p.m.; Owensboro Museum of Science

and History, 122 East 2nd St.; (270) 687-2732 or

owensboromuseum.org.

VOICES OF ELMWOOD See event description on

Friday, October 5.

FREE ART CAMP – GROOVY GOURDS See event

description on Monday, October 8.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13OCTOBERFEST This family event will teach about

cider making, corn griding, butter churning, broom

making, and basket weaving. FREE Pumpkins to the

First 100 Customers. Live entertainment; 11 a.m. - 6

p.m. on Saturday, 12 – 6 p.m. on Sunday; Trunnell’s

Farm Market, 9255 US Hwy 231; (270) 733-2222 /

877-733-2202 or www.trunnellsfarmmarket.com.

FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE!

Visit the library every Saturday morning from 10:00—

12:00 for self guided fun and educational activities

with a focus on literacy and school readiness;

Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.;

dcplibrary.org.

8TH ANNUAL BOO-FEST See event description on

Friday, October 12.

VOICES OF ELMWOOD See event description on

Friday, October 5.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14OCTOBERFEST See event description on Saturday, October 13.


TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16SESAME STREET LIVE - CAN’T STOP SINGING Elmo gets his fingers on Abby Cadabby’s magic wand in this family show for kids of all ages; RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess Street; Call 270-687-2787 for ticket information; www.riverparkcenter.org.

U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17SESAME STREET LIVE - CAN’T STOP SINGING Elmo gets his fingers on Abby Cadabby’s magic wand in this family show for kids of all ages; RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess Street; Call 270-687-2787 for ticket information; www.riverparkcenter.org.

U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18FREE STORYTIME WEE READ for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.



8TH ANNUAL BOO-FEST See event description on Friday, October 12.


SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20REID’S ORCHARD APPLE FESTIVAL This unique festival on the third weekend in October celebrates the fall season and everything apple! Sample all kinds of tasty treats from food vendors, go shopping among the many arts & crafts vendors, and let the kids enjoy the petting zoo, or get a thrill on the many carnival rides or a hay ride; Reid’s Orchard, 4812 Highway 144; (270) 685-2444 or www.reidorchard.com.

A-MAIZE-ING MAZE QUEST FEST The whole family will have an amazing time exploring Trunnell’s five mazes during the day and for Flashlight Night in the Trunnell’s Corn Maze. Live entertainment; 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. on Saturday, 12 – 6 p.m. on Sunday; Trunnell’s Farm Market, 9255 US Hwy 231; (270) 733-2222 / 877-733-2202 or www.trunnellsfarmmarket.com.

KEITH AGE PRESENTATION Keith Age of the SyFy and Chiller Channels, gives a presentation on the paranormal at the Owensboro Museum of Science & History; 122 E. Second Street; 2 p.m., (270) 687-2732 or www.owensboromuseum.org.

FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE! Visit the library every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self guided fun and educational activities with a focus on literacy and school readiness; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.



SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21COUCH TO 5K IN 5 WEEKS This is the deadline to register for this training class that will progressively and safely prepare you to race 3.1 miles in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Runners will gain insights on training methods, pacing, flexibility, speed development, strategy and motivation as you prepare to race for the Holiday Hustle. Must

be 16 years or older. Class dates Tuesdays and Thursdays Oct. 30 – Nov. 29 from 6 – 7 p.m.; $32 per participant; For more information (270) 687-8700 or owensboroparks.org.

A-MAIZE-ING MAZE QUEST Fest See event description on Saturday, October 20.


TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must wear

socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night;

5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.

com.

BB RIVERBOAT CRUISES BB Riverboats, Cincinnati’s

oldest and largest riverboat company, will be making

a stop in Owensboro this coming fall as part of their

Fall Cruise Tour. For more information visit www.

bbriverboats.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.


THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger

and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.;


dcplibrary.org.

FREE TRAIL OF TREATS Owensboro Parks &

Recreation moves their annual Trail of Treats to

the new Smothers Park on the Ohio Riverfront

for 2012. Trick or treaters can walk through the

park for Halloween treats; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; www.

owensboroparks.org.

DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT Head downtown every

Thursday night for Downtown Date Night. Enjoy

dinner at one of Owensboro’s downtown restaurants

and live entertainment. Check schedule at www.

facebook.com/DowntownDateNight.

LA LECHE LEAGUE An international, nonprofit

organization dedicated to providing education,

information, support, and encouragement to women

who want to breastfeed. LLL of Owensboro will meet

at 6:30 p.m. in Room 105 of the education building

at Settle Memorial United Methodist Church, 201

E. Fourth St., Owensboro KY 42303. Our monthly

meetings are free! This month’s topic is “The Family

and the Breastfed Baby.” Babies and children are always

welcome at meetings. All breastfeeding mothers and

mothers-to-be are welcome to contact our Leader,

Michelle at 270-929-7164 or LLLowensboro@gmail.

com, for breastfeeding help or information.


CARNIVAL AND FALL FESTIVAL The fun, family, fall event will be at Meadowlands Elementary School. The carnival will be both days with the fall festival on Friday at 5:3o; Meadowlands Elementary, 3500 Hayden Rd.

DAY CAMP This is the deadline to register for Owensboro Parks & Recreation Department individual and snow day camps! Camp will provide your child with exciting, well-rounded recreational and educational activities, including arts, crafts, games, sports, field trips and fun surprises. Campers will need to bring a sack lunch each day. Breakfast is available for $1 per day; For ages 5 – 13; Dates include: Tues., Nov. 6; Mon. Jan. 21; Fri., Feb. 15; Mon. Feb. 18; Fri. March 29; 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Owensboro Parks and Recreation Administrative Center; $65; For more information (270) 687-8700 or owensboroparks.org.


SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2723RD ANNUAL GHOSTS AND GOBLINS Come to Smother Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Halloween craft and face painting, Howl’oween Dog Costume Contest, magic shows, children’s costume contest,

storytelling and much more! For more information (270) 687-8720 or owensboroparks.org.

FUN AT REID’S ORCHARD See event description on October 6.

SPOOKTACULAR SKATE ON ICE Come dressed in your Halloween costume and skate to some favorite Halloween music. Enjoy treat bags, colored popcorn, and a costume contest. Prizes will be given away to the winner. Bring your family and friends and have a spooktacular time: $5, includes skates; For more information (270) 687-8700 or owensboroparks.org.

HOLIDAY MART RiverPark Center will be hosting its 2nd Annual Holiday Mart. Holiday Mart 2012 will feature over 60 direct sales companies and home-based businesses. Vendors will offer great products from Scentsy, Mary Kay, Thirty-One, Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, Just Jewelry and many more. The Holiday Mart also features artisans and craftsmen. Items such as embroidery, hand-painted pieces, and blown glass will be available for purchase; 101 Daviess Street; 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; (270) 687-2787 or www.riverparkcenter.org.

TEXACO COUNTRY SHOWDOWN WITH LORRIE MORGAN The state finals of the Texaco Country Showdown will feature Country Star Lorrie Morgan performs in Cannon Hall at RiverPark Center; 7 p.m.; 101 Daviess Street; (270) 687-2787 or www.riverparkcenter.org.

FALL SQUASH-N-PUMPKIN GOBBLE FESTIVAL Feast on smoked turkey legs or excite your taste

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buds with our delicious pumpkin and squash soup. Live entertainment, hayrides, interactive Corn Maze, and contests; 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Saturday, 12 – 6 on Sunday; Trunnell’s Farm Market, 9255 US Hwy 231; (270) 733-2222 / 877-733-2202 or www.trunnellsfarmmarket.com.

ART HARVEST STUDIO TOUR Take a tour of six local artist stops. Artist demonstrations, art for sale, music, and a box lunch available at one location. Call (270) 684-2837 for more information and tickets; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; owensboroartguild.org.

FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE!Visit the library every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self guided fun and educational activities with a focus on literacy and school readiness; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.


SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28FUN AT REID’S ORCHARD See event description on October 6.

FALL SQUASH-N-PUMPKIN GOBBLE FESTIVAL See event description on Saturday, October 27.


TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must wear

socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night;

5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.

com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31 TRUNK N TREATING Lewis Lane Baptist Church will

host this fun, kid event in the front parking lots. Enjoy

blow up games, food and door prizes; 5 – 8 p.m.;

Rain dates is Nov. 1; please contact church for more

information.

U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear

socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless

they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.;

(270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger

and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.;


dcplibrary.org.

DOWNTOWN DATE NIGHT Head downtown every

Thursday night for Downtown Date Night. Enjoy

dinner at one of Owensboro’s downtown restaurants

and live entertainment. Check schedule at www.

facebook.com/DowntownDateNight.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 9 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3FREE SATURDAY MORNING LIVE!Visit the library every Saturday morning from 10:00—12:00 for self guided fun and educational activities with a focus on literacy and school readiness; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5FREE STORYTIME Wee Read for ages 2 and younger and Circle Time for ages 3-5; 10 – 10:30 a.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.org.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6U-BOUNCE TODDLER TUESDAY; All must wear socks; Children 5 and under get in for $5 all night; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7U-BOUNCE OPEN BOUNCE NIGHT; All must wear socks; $7 per child, children under 2 are free, unless they are the only child, adults always free; 5 – 8 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com.

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