Brighton Center's Teen Coalition WINTER 2015-2016 Activity Resource Directory WINTER ACTIVITES INSIDE/ONGOING ADVENTURES All Museum Pass: Adults: $12.50 Seniors Monday-Saturday 10Am-5:00PM $11.50 ages 3- Explore science, technology, history and the arts through creative, hands-on activities Hamilton Cincinnati Museum Center 1301 Western Ave Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati ALL AGES Sunday 11am-6:00PM 12: $8.50, and games at Cincinnati Museum Center Toddler pass $4.50 Parking: $6.00 Cincinnati Art Museum features an art collection of more than 65,000 works spanning 6,000 years. In addition to displaying its own broad collection, the Art Museum also hosts Cincinnati Art Museum several national and international traveling exhibitions each year. 953 Eden Park Drive, Free*Parking Visitors can enjoy the exhibitions or participate in the Art Museum’s wide range of art- Hamilton Cincinnati Art Museum Cincinnati ALL Ages Tuesday-Sunday 11AM-5PM Cincinnati, OH 45202 $4.00 related programs, activities and special events. General admission is always free for all, 513-639-2995 plus Art Museum members receive additional benefits including discounted or free admission to special exhibitions.

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Totter's Otterville is an educational entertainment center geared towards children ages 10 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday Children aged and under. Otterville is a secure environment with fascinating "play to learn" activities that 4314 Boron Dr. Kenton Totter Otterville Latonia Toddler 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday & Saturday 1+ $7.95 Adults: will provide hours of fun for the entire family. Totter's Otterville is located inside Johnny's Covington, KY 41015 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday Free Toy Store in Covington, Kentucky and includes train tables, live performances, art projects and much more! Otterville also has its own cafe serving food, snacks and drinks. Civil War Museum located in Devou Park. The museum has programs for preschoolers Adults: $7.00 such as Tot Tuesday and Grand Discovery Camps. The school age children can 60+: $6.00 1600 Montaque Rd Covington, KY Sunday 1:00-5:00 Tuesday-Saturday participate in school field trips, scout programs, summer camps and other special Kenton Behriner Crawford Museum Covington All Ages ages 3-17: 41011 10:00-5:00 CLOSED MONDAYS activities, and the adults can enjoy tours, lectures, musical programs and receptions * $4.00 *Free Additional fees/registration may be required Visit website for details Parking http://www.bcmuseum.org/ Adults: $4.00 Krohn changes throughout the year with special exhibits and programs, including the ever- 5-12: $2.00 popular "Butterfly Show," 1501 Eden Park Drive admission Hamilton Khron Conservatory Cincinnati All Ages Tuesday -Thursday 10:00-5:00 Eden Park, Cincinnati OH prices may You can always visit the famous rainforest waterfall and exotic plants on permanent change with display in the Palm, Tropical, Desert and Orchid houses as well. seasonal shows Adults: $14 The underlying theme of the Underground Railroad is that the path to National Underground Railroad Seniors 60+: freedom—historically and in contemporary times—is a constant struggle requiring Freedom Center Tuesday - Saturday $12 courage, perseverance and cooperation among people of diverse backgrounds willing to National Underground Railroad Hamilton 50 E. Freedom Way Cincinnati All Ages 11am-5pm Children ages 3- help one another. Freedom Center Cincinnati, OH 45202 Tickets sold until 4pm 12: $10 Our purpose is to tell the story of the struggle for freedom in the United States through 513-333-7500 Children under exhibits and programs that focus on America's battle to rid itself of the ugly scourge of 3: Free slavery and treat all its citizens with respect and dignity Adults: $8 Seniors (65+): $6 315 West Court Street Tuesdays – Saturdays: 10 *Children The Fire Museum of Greater Cincinnati allows you to recognize past Cincinnati firefighting Cincinnati Fire Museum of Cincinnati, OH 45202 a.m.–4 p.m. (7–17): $6 Hamilton Cincinnati All Ages efforts, to celebrate today’s firefighting advancements, and to support fire safety in your Cincinnati (downtown) *Hours subject to change, please *Children (6 and community (513) 621-5553 contact before visiting younger): FREE with admission of an adult or senior. Adult $7.50 Contemporary Arts Center Student $5.50 Guest artists with a talent for working with children teach hands-on art projects that UnMuseum Under 5 free people can take home with them or display in the Art Lab if they choose. Projects use Fourth Saturday of the month Hamilton Family Saturday 44 E. 6th St. Cincinnati All ages Members: unusual materials and processes that artists of all ages can enjoy. 1 - 4pm Cincinnati, OH 45202 FREE 513-345-8400 Nonmembers: CAC Admission Please confirm all dates, times and prices with venue listed; information is subject to change without notice. 2 Home Depot Free Kids The Home Depot offers free workshops for do-it-yourselfers of all ages and experience Your local Home Depot All ages Dates and Times vary per location FREE Workshops levels. Check your local store or the website for details.

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Covedale Center for the $23 for adults: Shows run for 3 weeks. Wed - Sat. at 8 Performing Arts $20 for seniors, p.m. Sun. at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Box Hamilton Theater 4990 Glenway Ave Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati All ages students and Live theater performance . Office is open Mon - Sat., 11 a.m.- 5 45238 groups of 15 or p.m. 513-241-6550 more. Adult The American Sign Museum is the premier institution for preserving historic signs and $15.00 promoting the contributions the sign industry makes to commerce, culture, and the Children 12 and American landscape. Guided Tours are strongly recommended and are included in the Wednesday – Saturday 10:00 – American Sign Museum under free with admission price. The tours bring to life the stories behind the signs and the evolution of 1330 Monmouth Street 4:00 . Hamilton http://www.americansignmuseu Cincinnati All Ages accompanying signs on the American landscape. On weekdays, the tour includes a visit to the onsite Cincinnati Ohio 45225 m.org/ adult neon shop for a demonstration of how neon signs are made. Sunday: 12:00 – 4:00 Senior/Military/S tudent ID Tours typically last a little over an hour. We suggest you schedule your tour in advance :$10.00 to ensure a space at your preferred time

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The Carnegie is Northern Kentucky’s largest multidisciplinary arts venue hosting theater The Carnegie 1028 Scott Blvd. Monday-Friday 10:00-5:00 . Saturday: and concert events, children’s arts programs and art exhibitions. With five art galleries, a Kenton Covington All Ages FREE http://www.thecarnegie.com/ Covington, KY 41012 12:00- 3:00 magnificent turn-of-the-century theater, and a brand new education center, the Carnegie is one of the most prominent arts institutions in Northern Kentucky.

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Water 11320 Chester Road Hamilton CocoKey Water Resort Sharonville All Ages Saturday: 10 am to 9 pm day passes Resort should resume operation at 4:00PM Friday November 20thth, 2015Any time Sharonville, OH 45246 Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm available of year is the perfect time to experience an unforgettable escape to the tropics at CoCo Key Water Resort Cincinnati. Every day is a balmy, sunny 84 degrees at this 50,000- square-foot aquatic playground with something for the entire family. Blue Manatee Bookstore Most Free, Dates and times vary: Most events Blue Manatee Bookstore 3054 Madison Rd Oakley Square Some require Story time, music, arts and crafts, special activities. Call or visit website for details. Hamilton Oakley Best for ages 3-7 scheduled on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Storytime/Events Cincinnati, OH 45209 513-731- small http://www.bluemanateebooks.com/home/activatees.html Saturdays 2665 fee/registration The Cincinnati Cyclones are Cincinnati's Kelly Cup Championship winning Hockey Team US Bank Arena Ticket prices and ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Nashville Predators. Cincinnati Cyclones hockey games 100 Broadway Hamilton Cincinnati Cyclones Cincinnati ALL AGES Confirm game times. vary Package are more than just a game! Non-stop action, affordable family entertainment, and Cincinnati, OH 45202 deals available intermission activities that provide unmatched entertainment value on the Banks of the http://cycloneshockey.com/ Ohio River at U.S. Bank Arena. 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Children 5 and (513) 241-0343 as well as the greatest Gothic ivory sculpture in America. under FREE The Taft Museum of Art Bring the whole family to the Taft Museum of Art on select third Sundays to explore, Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. – 4 316 Pike Street FREE on select create, and play. These free afternoon programs offer great art, kid-sized art info, hands- Hamilton 3rd Sunday Funday Cincinnati All Ages p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Sunday on fun, and family-friendly performances. Most activities are ongoing, so drop in when – 5 p.m. (513) 241-0343 you have time and stay as long as you like. Baker Hunt Center 620 Greenup Street Baker Hunt Art and Prices Vary call Adult and Youth art classes visit www.bakerhunt.com or call 859-431-0020 for more Kenton Covington, KY 41011 Covington All ages Summer Class Begin June 9th Cultural Center for details information. Some Scholarships available. 859-431-0020 www.bakerhunt.com The Carnegie Visual and The Scripps Howard ArtStop Program allows participants to experience more specific, Performing Arts Center theme based programming. Sign up for specific classes from 5:00pm to 6:30pm, Monday Times and dates vary. Call for details & Kenton Registered ArtStop 1028 Scott Blvd. Covington All ages Call for details. through Friday throughout the school year. The Registered ArtStop Program provides registration. Covington, KY 41011 more challenging projects, a greater range of arts experiences, and a sense of pride in 859-491-2030 completing and following through on a task. Call for details and to register: Enjoy the exhilaration of rock climbing in a sport that is getting interest worldwide! Address: 3475 East Kemper Located in the northern Cincinnati suburb of Sharonville, you are just a stone’s throw check website Monday-Friday: 10AM -10PM Starting at Sharonville RockQuest Climbing Center Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241 Cincinnati away from seeing what indoor climbing is all about. You don’t have to be an athlete, you for details Saturday-Sunday: 10AM – 9PM $35.00 http://rockquest.com just need a desire to try something new and different. Don’t worry, we’ll be sure you are prepared to climb at your ability level.

Cincinnati Observatory Join us for the 40th year of this Mount Lookout tradition. As the neighborhood lights up 3489 Observatory Place, Sunday December 13, from 6:30-8:30pm the streets, the Cincinnati Observatory will open its buildings and telescopes for the LUMINARIA: Cincinnati Mount Lookout Cincinnati, Ohio 45208 Cincinnati All Ages *Additional Events scheduled throughout FREE general public. Cruise from Mount Lookout Square to the Observatory for carolers, Observatory http://www.cincinnatiobservatory.o the year stargazing, our spacey gift shop, and hot drinks. rg/about/ Viewing through the historic telescopes is included (weather permitting).

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Fountain Square General Cincinnati, OH Times Vary November 1- Admission $6.00 Hamilton US Bank Ice Rink Cincinnati All Ages Ice Skating on Foundation Square. The Rink is available to private group rentals. Rink Status: 513-381-0782 Febraury 15th Skate Rental myfountainsquare.com $4.00 Each Saturday Santa rappels down the Huntington Center at 525 Vine St., to the Macy’s Fountain Square November 2​8, December ​,& 1​2 rooftop to kick off a spectacular fireworks display. This 20-minute family-friendly program Downtown Macys Downtown Dazzle Downtown ALL AGES FREE Corner of Fifth and Vine Streets 6:30 p.m. (choirs at 5:45 p.m.) also features performances from local choirs. Then, come inside to Macy’s Fountain Place to warm-up with holiday fun. Weekend Carriage Rides at (Final boarding at 4:45 p.m.–please arrive early!) Boards at corner of Fifth and Race November 2​7-29, December ​5-6, 12-13, Downtown Macy’s Celebration Station Downtown ALL AGES FREE FREE! Enjoy free horse-drawn trolley carriage rides through the heart of the city. Streets noon–5 p.m. Courtesy of Macy’s Fridays and Saturdays, November 27—December 19, 12-8 p.m. Bring your own camera for photos with downtown’s only Santa in a festive North Pole Ho ! Ho! Ho! It’s Santa at Macy’s Fountain Place, 505 Vine Sundays, November 29—December 20; setting. Visit with an African American Santa from 3-7 p.m. on Downtown Downtown all ages FREE Macy’s Fountain Place! Street, Third Floor 12-6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, 10, and 17 Monday – Thursday, December 21-24, 12-5 p.m. Story time with Mrs. Claus at Macy’s Fountain Place, 505 Vine Saturdays, November 2​8, December 5 Downtown Downtown all ages FREE http://www.downtowncincinnati.com/happening-downtown/holidays-downtown Macy’s Fountain Place Street, Third Floor and 12 Noon–5 p.m. Metro’s Holly Jolly Downtown Downtown Fourth, Fifth, Pike and Elm Streets Downtown ALL AGES Friday, November 2​7 and Saturdays, FREE Ride the trolley and see all the downtown sights. Trolley November 2​8, December 5, 12 and 19 http://www.downtowncincinnati.co Saturday, November 28, December 5 Enjoy holiday tunes while you shop at locations around Fountain Square from choirs who Downtown Cincy Sings Carolers m/happening-downtown/holidays- Downtown ALL AGES FREE and 12, 3-5 p.m. competed in this year’s ArtsWave’s Cincy Sings competition. downtown

Please confirm all dates, times and prices with venue listed; information is subject to change without notice. 4 Bass Pro Shop http://www.basspro.com/webapp/ wcs/stores/servlet/CFPageBasicC The most wonderful time of the year is almost here! Gather the family and come to ?storeId=10151&catalogId=10051 multiple November 14-December 24 Check experience the joy of a classic Christmas. Stay for FREE games, crafts, and activities Santa's Wonderland &langId=- All Ages FREE locations website for details that celebrate the season. You'll find our store filled with magical gifts for folks of all ages, 1&appID=86915&cm_ven=redirec with plenty of awesome toys for girls and boys. t&cm_cat=mktg&cm_pla=bps&cm _ite=santa&cm_sp=SantaWlandN ov2013_RD Don't wait in line! Reserve your time with Santa and save 30% or more* on your photo November 14-December 24 Pet package! Photo pre-purchase is required to book your time, however all guests can enjoy Nights: Boone Santa at Florence Mall Lower Level, JCP Court Boone All Ages Cost varies savings by pre-purchasing a photo package online without making a reservation. Monday evenings, 6:00 - 9:00 PM, from Nov 16 to Dec 14 Photo purchase and reservations are not required to visit with Santa. multiple Bring your pets dressed in their holiday best to any PetSmart store & get a FREE digital Paws for the Camera PetSmart Locations Pets Dec 6-7th & 13-14th 12pm - 4pm FREE locations photo keepsake! Winter Solstice Celebration Weekend at Cincinnati Museum Come and celebrate holidays from around the world! Enjoy a weekend of free, fun, hands- 1301 Western Avenue, Cincinnati, Dec. 19 and 20, 2015 Hamilton Center Cincinnati ALL AGES FREE on activities about Hanukkah, Chinese New Year, Diwali, La Posada and Kwanza - See OH 45203 12- 3 p.m. more at: http://www.cincymuseum.org/holiday/winter-solstice#sthash.ooKOZuET.dpuf

1301 Western Ave. Duke Energy customers can get FREE vouchers to see Holiday Junction featuring the Holiday Junction featuring the Cincinnati, OH 45203 *Free tickets Duke Energy Holiday Trains from Nov. 6 through Dec. 24, 2015! Claim yours at Hamilton Cincinnati All Ages Nov. 6, 2015 - Jan. 3, 2016 Duke Energy Holiday Trains (513) 287-7043 available www.holidaytraindisplay.com. - See more at: http://www.cincymuseum.org/holiday/duke- http://cincymuseum.org/ energy-holiday-trains#sthash.dr8f1gFU.dpuf 1301 Western Ave. Some are free, Cincinnati Museum Center: Cincinnati, OH 45203 Multiple Holiday Themed Events please check Events include Holiday train Display, Santa arriving by helicopter, Cookies with Santa, a Hamilton Cincinnati All Ages Holiday Events (513) 287-7043 beginning in November website for pancake breakfast and much more! Please check website for event details and prices. http://cincymuseum.org/ details Adults $10.00 Taft Museum 316 Children 6-17 Hamilton Antique Christmas Pick Street Cincinnati, OH 513- Cincinnati All ages November 6-January 3 Antique ornaments, decorations and toys along will a holiday display. $5.00 5 and 241-0343 taftmusum.org under free

Adults $10.00 Enjoy free activities for the whole family at the Holiday Season Kickoff. The house will be Taft Museum 316 Children 6-17 decorated inside and out with lights, garlands, and displays of antique ornaments on old- Hamilton Holiday Season Kickoff Pick Street Cincinnati, OH 513- Cincinnati All ages Sunday, November 29, 11 a.m.—4 p.m. $5.00 5 and fashioned feather trees. Enjoy lunch in the Lindner Family Café and do some holiday 241-0343 taftmusum.org under free shopping in the Museum Shop.

Adults $7.00 Youth (5-12) 10:00Am-5:00PM November 14- Hamilton Poinsettia Express Krohn Conservatory Cincinnati All ages $7.00 Traditional Holiday Show features trains, flowers and holiday fun for the whole family January 3 Children(1-4) Free Train Displays are free, EnterTRAINment Junction November 14th-January 18th Christmas at EnterTRAINmnet however Hamilton 7379 Squire Court, West Chester West Chester All ages Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm Sunday 12- The Main Street Holiday Trains Display offers a great winter train display. Junction EnterTRainmnet 513-898-8000 6P Junction as a fee General Admission $9.00 Behringer-Crawford Museum November 15-January 18 Tuesday- Ages 60 and up 24th annual Holiday Toy Trains! Over 250 train track! Visitors can operate more than 30 Kenton Holiday Toy Trains 1600 Montague Road Covington All Ages Saturday 10am-5PM Sunday 1:00p- $8.00 Ages 3-17 accessories on the layout. Covington, KY 859-491-4003 5:00pm $5.00 2 and under free

Cincinnati Zoo Adults $18 33rd annual PNC Festival of Lights. Great for all ages. Enjoy the zoo at night while November 20th-January 2nd 3400 Vine St, Avondale Children/Seniors viewing dazzkubg displays and festivea activites. New this year will be a light show on Hamilton Festival of Lights Cincinnati All Ages Sunday-Thursday 5:00Pm-9:00pm 513-281-4700 $12 *discounts Swan Lake and the Frozen Wonderland area with a meet and greet with Elsa and Anna Friday/Saturday:5:00pm-10:00pm cincinnatizoo.org available online from Frozen.

Adults $18.00 Cincinnati Zoo Children/Seniors 3400 Vine St, Avondale December 31 5:00- Ring in the New Year with the ZOO. Performance by Madcap Puppet Theater, Father Hamilton Happy Zoo Year Avondale All ages $12.00 513-281-4700 9:00 *Fireworks at 8:55 time and Baby Zoo Year. Celebrate with an early countdown and fireworks. discount tickets cincinnatizoo.org available online

Please confirm all dates, times and prices with venue listed; information is subject to change without notice. 5 Enjoy more than a mile of fantastic seasonal lights all from the warmth of your car. See Sharon Woods November 20- January 2 Sunday- more than 120 moving and standing holiday-themed figures depicting everything from 11450 Lebanon Road, Route42, $13.00 per Hamilton Holiday in Lights Sharonville All Ages Thursday 6:00pm-9:00pm Santa to the 12 Days of Christmas. After your tour, stop by Santaland (through Dec. 23) Sharonville vehicle Friday/Saturday 5:30pm-10:00pm for more holiday magic, including live entertainment, visits with Santa, a train display, and holidayinlights.com sweet treats with Mrs. Claus! Sharon Woods Pre-Registration 11450 Lebanon Road, Route42, November 21 5:00pm Adults $27 Hamilton Holiday in Lights 5K Sharonville Check for details Fun evening 5k through Sharon Woods and the Holiday in Lights display Sharonville registration Children (12 and holidayinlights.com under) $22 November 20-January 3rd Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park Two mile trip around Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum. Enjoy holiday lights from the Hamilton Holiday Lights on the Hill Hamilton All Ages Sunday-Thursday: 6:00pm-9:00pm $20.00 per car &Museum comfort of your car. Friday-Saturday: 6:00pm-10:00pm 650 Walnut St Downtown 513- Hamilton/Dow Ticket prices Hamilton Arnoff Center: White Christmas Downtown November 24-December 6th Classic Holiday story shown on stage 6212787 cincinnatiarts.org ntown begin at $29.00 Arnoff Center: Rudolph the Red- 650 Walnut St Downtown 513- Hamilton/Dow Hamilton Downtown December 9th $35.00-$65.00 Classic Holiday Favorite the whole family will enjoy Nosed Reindeer 6212787 cincinnatiarts.org ntown Newport Aquarium 1 Adults $23, Aquarium Way Children 2-12 Campbell Scuba Santa Newport All ages November 27th- December 31st Scuba Santa's Water Wonderland returns for its 13th season! Fun for the whole family! Newport, KY 41071 $15, Children 859-491-3467 under 2 are free Adults: $22 Take a half hour train ride to the decorated LM&M Junction to visit with Santa and Mrs. Seniors (62+): Claus! Take a moment to visit Santa and tell him your Christmas wishes. Each child will LM&M Railroad November 28-29 $17 receive a small gift from Mr. Claus himself! Stop at the "Holiday Post Express" to color 127 S. Mechanic St Lebanon December 4-6 Children (5-16): pictures or write letters to be delivered to Santa. Enjoy a holiday cookie and a cup of hot Warren North Pole Express 513-933-8022 Lebanon All Ages December 10-13 $17 chocolate to keep you warm while you are entertained by Santa's talented Elves! http://www.lebanonrr.com/northpol December 17-22 Toddlers (2-4): Advance ticket purchase is HIGHLY recommended for this event as rides do SELL OUT! e.html *Check website for times $11 The availability of tickets for walk up sales cannot be guaranteed. You will only be Infants (1 yr. & guaranteed tickets if you purchase them in advance online, by calling the Ticket Office, or under): by visiting the Ticket Office in person. See website for times. THE POLAR EXPRESS rolls into Connersville’s Grand Central Station this Holiday The Polar Express at White http://www.whitewatervalleyrr.org/ Weekends only from November 20- Season. The Polar Express will come to life when the train departs Connersville’s Grand All Ages $29.00 and up Water Valley Railroad main.php December 20 Central Station for a journey through the quiet countryside for a special visit to the “North Pole” with Santa Claus. Tickets start at $29 and must be purchased in advance. Come join us on the farm for a cut your own Christmas tree experience that will create No cost to enter wonderful family memories for years to come. We'll provide the saw, wagon ride, and hot the tree farm. chocolate, and you find the perfect tree for your home. Winter Wonderland Information: 25444 S. Waynesville Rd. Morrow November 28-December 23 *Check Warren Big Tree Planation Morrow All Ages Winter Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm on these seven dates only http://bigtreeplantation.com/ website for times Wonderland 11/27, 11/28, 11/29, 12/5, 12/6, 12/12 and 12/13 Children $6.00 Your child will be able to make a craft, visit animals, decorate a cookie and visit Santa. http://berningertreesandwreaths.c November 27-December 23Monday- Cut down your own or choose from a wide selection of pre-cut trees! Free popcorn and Berninger Trees and Wreaths om/Berninger%20Christmas%20T Lebanon All Ages Prices Vary Friday 3p-5p; Saturday-Sunday 9a-5p hot chocolate available. rees%20and%20Wreaths.html

4427 Cotton Run Rd Hamilton, OH November 27-December 20Friday- This farm offers a peaceful, natural environment for your family to choose and cut your Bartels Farm Hamilton All Ages Prices vary 45011 • (513) 795-2271 Saturday 10a-5p; Sunday 12p-5p own tree. You can also purchase wreaths and other holiday fare in their Christmas Shop. Located in Hamilton. Begin a new family Christmas tradition at this tree farm! Warm up http://www.johnniemannursery.co November 21-December 23 Monday- with complimentary hot chocolate and cookies. See antique John Deere tractors, Model John T Neiman Nursery All Ages All ages m/ Saturday 10a-8p; Sunday 10a-6p “A” cars and American flag display. Wreaths, swags and table arrangements made fresh daily! Cash or check only. Congregational Church Community Center/St. Al;s Church Come and experience Christmas in the Country at the historic location of Ohio's first Butler Christmas in the Country Hall Cincinnati Shandon All Ages November 28-29 FREE Welsh settlement. Crafts shows, food, horse drawn trolley rides and Santa Brookville Road, Shandon 513- 738-4180 4972 LeSourdesville-West Thousands of dazzling lights decorate the farm. Music, life-size nativity scene, meet the November 27-December 30 Sunday - Niederman Family Farm Chester Road, Hamilton 513- farm's animals and view hundreds of decorated trees. Please note: this is a FREE, Hamilton Hamilton All Ages Thursday 6-9 pm Friday & Saturday 6- FREE Christmas 779-6184 walking display, 2 cookies and 1 cup of hot chocolate per person, are our gift to you at 10 pm niedermanfamilyfarm.com the end. Donations are appreciated, wheelchairs are available. $15 admission per vehicle on Monday- Enjoy this spectacular walk-thru Christmas wonderland that boasts 1 million dancing http://www.thechristmasranch.com The Christmas Ranch Morrow All ages November 27-December 31 Thursday; $20 Christmas lights synchronized to holiday music. There are Christmas shops, Santa’s / per vehicle on bakery, train and wagon rides, and pictures with Santa! Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Please confirm all dates, times and prices with venue listed; information is subject to change without notice. 6 Washington Park 1230 Kids can meet Santa, make gifts, ornaments and other exicitng holiday crafts. Be sure to Hamilton Santa's Workship Cincinnati All ages November 28th 1:00-3:00 Free Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 bring your camera! Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum Families gather together to honor the memories of loved ones during the holiday season. 4521 Spring Grove Ave, Spring December 3rd 7:00p- Hamilton Holiday Remembrance Service Cincinnati All Ages FREE Service at the chapel beings at 7:00pm and participants will assemble the Wreaths of Grove Village 8:00P Remembrance 513-681-7526 Springgrove.org $3, plus FREE Parking. The 17th Annual Germania Christkindlmarkt: The oldest and most authentic 12 and under Christkindlmarkt in the Cincinnati region — all under covered, enclosed, heated tents! Friday, Nov 20, 5pm-10pm free. The Germania Society of http://germaniasociety.com/christk With holiday entertainment, German music, a children’s lantern parade, petting zoo, Hamilton Cincinnati All Ages Saturday, Nov 21, 11am-10pm Free admission Cincinnati: ChristKindlmarket indlmarkt/ caroling children’s groups, and carriage rides. Our Christkindlmarkt features visits not Sunday, Nov 22, Noon-5pm to active and only by jolly old Santa Claus (and Mrs. Claus), but by our German Sankt Nikolaus (Saint retired military Nicholas) as well. with current ID card. Outside events include: Live Navity, The garden of Lights, The Magi—Live Drama, and a FREE *Some Creation Museum Zipline *$29.00 fee. Inside Events include: Christmas with Ken, Buddy, and Noah, Fees for certain 2800 Bullittsburg Road, Planetarium—The Christmas Star*$7.95 ,Museum Exhibits* Boone Christmas Town Petersburg All Ages 5:00-8:00 activities. Check Petersburg, KY 1-800-721-2298 Museum admission will be only $5 after 5 PM on Christmas Town nights; last entry at 8 website or call creationmuseum.org/Christmas PM. Fair Trade Christmas Market for details Children's Theater of Cincinnati 317 E 5th St, Downtown Times Vary Hamilton A Charlie Brown Christmas Cincinnati All Ages $7.00-$25.00 All ages will love this holiday favorite with classic songs and characters. 1-800-745-3000 December 4-13 thechildrenstheatre.com This is the 25th Anniversary of this must see holiday production! The Playhouse’s version of A Christmas Carol combines faithful storytelling with spellbinding stage magic to bring Playhouse in the Park to life its familiar story of a sinner given one last chance at redemption by four persuasive A Christmas Carol presented by http://www.cincyplay.com/index.ph November 25-December 30 see see website for Hamilton Cincinnati 5 and up ghosts. A Christmas Carol is suitable for all general audiences, including children ages 5 Playhouse in the Park p?option=com_production&id=77& website for show times ticket prices and older. Due to the full-length nature of the show, children younger than 5 cannot be Itemid=438 admitted. Please contact the Box Office if you have questions or require additional information. December 11-13 starting at "Mr. Christmas" John Morris Russell and the Cincinnati Pops provide a lively holiday Hamilton Holiday Pops 1241 Elm St, Over-the Rhine Cincinnati All ages Friday/Saturday 8:00pm $10.00 experience. Singing, dancing and Santa. Sunday 2:00pm Harrison St. Loveland Whistle Stop Clay wWorks is offering unique ornament craft event. You can paint a Hamilton/Clermo December 12th 4:30- Holiday Raku Firing whistletopclayworks.com Loveland All Ages FREE complementary train ornament and watch it come out of the raku kiln. You will also learn nt 7:30 513-683-2529 about glazes. A roaring bonfire will keep you warm outside. Nestle Glassworks! 11925 Kemper Springs Drive, December 12, 13, 18 Check website Hamilton Ornament Blow Forest Park 513- Forest Park Check for details Participants can register for a 30 mixture class to make their own ornaments. 10:00am-8:00pm for details 751-3292 neusoleglassworks.com General: $15 Corbett Auditorium at University of December 5th &6th times Students: $10 The CCM, UC and CCC choirs along with guest choirs host a family friendly performance Hamilton Feast of Carols Cincinnati, Clifton Clifton All ages vary UC students: of holiday choral greats. Please check website for times. ccm.uc.edu FREE 650 Walnut St Downtown December 12-13 times Hamilton The Polar Express Downtown All ages $10-$25 The Cincinnati Boy choir present the charming story of The Polar Express 513-6212787 cincinnatiarts.org vary Tuesday, November 24th 6:00 p.m. - BRICKmas is a fun holiday attraction that provides a place for LEGO lovers of all sizes to 8:00 p.m. $10.00 *l come celebrate one of the world's favorite toys and see some awesome LEGO displays. * Display will be open during the Light Up coupons and Newport on the Levee the Levee Grand Illumination offers available Campbell Brickmas Newport All ages BRICKmas will feature large-scale LEGO displays – including a 32 ft. long model of the newportonthelevee.com event*Wednesday - Friday 4:00 p.m. - iconic Roebling Bridge – as well as an interactive children’s area where kids can build 8:00 p.m. 3 & under are their own “brick” masterpieces; creative LEGO Duplo displays; and even an area for Saturday and Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 free writing letters to Santa! p.m. Head to the Levee for an evening of holiday music – featuring the jazzy styling’s of the Light Up the Levee Grand Newport on the Levee Campbell Newport All ages Tuesday, November 24th at 6:00 p.m. FREE Chris Comer Trio – tenant goodies, ice sculpting demonstration, a chance to win prizes, Illumination newportonthelevee.com and more!

Please confirm all dates, times and prices with venue listed; information is subject to change without notice. 7 Ride, sponsor a team, or just come and enjoy this Hanukkah* spin on a charity event. Bring the family! The kids can take a spin on the JCC’s tricycles at their own Trike for Light activities. Cheer the riders and enjoy the Latke & Vodka Bar. Deposit new unwrapped gifts for less fortunate children and teens in the collection barrels at the See more at: Welcome Desk. http://www.mayersonjcc.org/arts- Check for Hamilton Bike for Light Cincinnati All Ages December 9, 6pm ideas/performances/#sthash.r81q details Proceeds will be donated to a local charity and Etgarim, an Israeli organization that yOWd.dpuf serves children and adults with a wide range of disabilities.

- See more at: http://www.mayersonjcc.org/arts- ideas/performances/#sthash.r81qyOWd.dpuf The Manuel D. & Rhoda Mayerson JCC RSVP: Susan Bradley-Meyer 513.792.5654 8485 Ridge Road Cincinnati, OH Join us for a special Hanukkah lunch with entertainment provided by the Cincinnati Hamilton Hanukkah Luncheon Cincinnati Seniors Friday, December 11; 12pm $3.00 45236Phone: Conservatory of Music. Music starts at 11:30am if you’d like to arrive ea. - See more at: 513.761.7500 http://www.mayersonjcc.org/senior-center/senior-celebrations/#sthash.xvcRrIww.dpuf

Mayerson JCC Phone: 513-761-7500 Learn how to make LEGO dreidels and menorahs and take home one of your creations. Hamilton Hanukkah LEGO Station 8485 Ridge Road Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati All Ages December 7 5-7p FREE Stay to read Hanukkah stories and participate in the community Menorah lighting at 6p 45236 United States - See more at: http://www.mayersonjcc.org enjoy African drum and dance classes from Ghana, Senegal, Guinea, Nigeria and the Bi-Okoto Cultural Institute 5601 Congo! Montgomery Road Cincinnati OH learn and communicate in an African language Hamilton Cincinnati All Ages 19-Dec-15 2015 Heritage Festival 45212 affordable African artifacts and gift items available for purchase. Phone: 513-221-6112 Enjoy a drum and dance performance from a select group of performers available in the country! Check Website for details Bi-Okoto Cultural Institute 5601 Kwanzaa Celebration Montgomery Road Cincinnati OH Hamilton Cincinnati All Ages 26-Dec-15 Check Website for details 45212 Phone: 513-221-6112 The Red Balloon Cafe + Play - December 7 12- Holiday treats, crafts, an a story time with the one and only Mrs. Claus! Take advantage Cincinnati Moms Blog Ho-Ho- 6200 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, Cincinnati All ages 2https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ho-ho- $10.00-$17.00 of the play space at The Red Balloon Cafe + Play as well and enjoy some holiday treats Holiday Playdate Ohio 45213 holiday-playdate-tickets-19436087862 from a variety of delicious vendors. $8 for adults; $5 for children ages 5-11; children under 5 and Holly Days at the Heritage http://www.heritagevillagecincinnat December 12-13 museum Enjoy the sights and sounds of a 19th century Christmas with live music, Victorian crafts Cincinnati All Ages Village Museum i.org/home.aspx 12:00-4:00P members are to make, storytelling, and holiday treats! free. ($1 off coupon available on the website) Make this event part of your holiday tradition! Families and adults can follow a beautiful, luminaria-lit trail on a leisurely self-guided walk through the forest. Make crafts and decorate home-baked holiday cookies bear a crackling fire. Enjoy live acoustic music by the local band Ceol Mhor. When: Friday, December 4, 2015, 6:00 - California Woods Nature This relaxed atmosphere allows you to do whatever activities you like at your own pace. 8:00 p.m. Hamilton WINTER IN THE WOODLANDS Preserve, 5400 Kellogg Avenue, Cincinnati All Ages $6.00 +fees Most participants stay for 1.5 hours. Most activity areas are not handicap accessible. Inclement weather date: Saturday, 45228 Fee: $6.00 per person. Children ages 2 and under are FREE. December 5, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. There is a $3.00 administrative fee per order, not per ticket. Registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event.

Online registration ends at noon on December 4. After this time, please call 513-231- 8678 to check on the availability of walk-in registrations. Head to Miami Whitewater Forest for an afternoon of family fun, including crafts, games parking pass After Thanksgiving Fun Days Miami Whitewater Fores all ages November 27-28 1-4 and a scavenger hunt for prizes. required Crafts are $1 each and a motor vehicle parking permit is required to enter the park. East Row Historic Foundation Newport, Kentucky East Row Victorian Christmas $16.00 Tour Tickets may also be purchased for $18 on December 5 and 6, between 11:45 a.m. Campbell www.eastrow.org Newport ALL AGES December 5 & 6, 2015 Tour advanced and 5 p.m., at The Carnegie Event Center, 403 Monmouth Street, Newport, KY. [email protected] Your Local Michales Craft Store They craft, you shop! Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project and take home a finished , December 5 Various Locations Michaels Store http://www.michaels.com/classes- 3 and up $2.00 masterpiece. Sign up in store or online, or just drop in. $2 per child, supplies included. 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Pleaseand-events/classesandevents confirm all dates, times and prices with venue listed; information is subject to changeParent without or guardian notice. must remain on premises during the event.8 Your Local Michales Craft Store December 5 Kids and kids at heart are sure to love our gingerbread house construction event. Various Locations Holiday Crafts http://www.michaels.com/classes- 3 and up Cost of Kit 1:00-4:00 Assemble an adorable gingerbread house and try to resist the temptation to snack on and-events/classesandevents your building supplies!. your Local Michales Craft Store They craft, you shop! Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project and take home a finished December 12 Holiday Crafts http://www.michaels.com/classes- 3 and up $2.00 masterpiece. Sign up in store or online, or just drop in. $2 per child, supplies included. 10:00A-12:00p and-events/classesandevents Parent or guardian must remain on premises during the event. Snowland is open Dec. 3-25. There will be daily snow shows in the lobby. They have two special events coming up to help Big Brothers and Big Sisters (donations are welcomed). On Dec. 3 (2-4pm) they will have horse & carriage rides and Santa & Mrs. Claus arrive Dec. 3 (2-4pm) Dec. 9-10 & Dec. 16- SNOWLAND Great Wolflodge Mason All ages later (6-8pm) to kick off all the Snowland fun. On Dec. 9-10 & Dec. 16-17 & 23 (5:30- 17 & 23 (5:30-8pm) 8pm), you can take a horse drawn carriage ride around Great Wolf Lodge and Santa will also be there. Santa & Mrs. Claus will also be there on Dec. 16-23 from 5:30-7:30pm. Be sure to check out the life size Gingerbread houses too. November 19 - 21 TRENDY CHANUKAH GIFTS Jewish Discovery Center Jewish Book and Chanukah Fair Mason all ages Weekdays shopping One Stop Chanukah Shop 7587 Central Parke Blvd., Mason 9 am - 4:00 pm Evenings by Appointment Stock up on Jewish books, Chanukah gifts and supplies. There is a 'sleigh' (shuttle) this year and it goes to the North Pole (Mt. Adams). CINCINNATI SANTACON FREE- • Sleigh stops are: 12:00, Monk's; 12:07, Holy Grail; 12:15, Igby's; 12:22, Lackman; Downtown http://www.cincinnatisantacon.co Downtown Cincinnati Downtown 21+ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2015 Donations 12:30, Monk's, etc. The loop repeats every half hour until 10:00 p.m. m/# encouraged • Partners you can visit: Pedal Wagon, Reindog Parade, CityFlea, and Night Owl Market. County/CITY Holiday Happenings

November 26-December 31 Monday- Light up Middletown lightupmiddletown.org Middletown All ages Thursday 6:00-10:00pm donation A circle driving tour featuring several holiday-themed areas Friday/Saturday: 7:00pm-9:00p

Cottell Parks 'Snyder House December 5th Residents can sign up to make holiday crafts. Santa will be there with his reindeer. Santa's Workshop 5847 Irwin Simpson Road, Deerfield 3/8 FREE 10:00a-11:00a *Space is limited and registration is available online derrfieldrec.com Deerfield

Municipal and Courthouse Squares, Independence December 5th Kenton Independence Christmas Walk Independence all ages Free Annual City of Independence Christmas Walk. Festive event includes activities. 859-363-2934 6:00-9:00 cityofindependence.org 514 Sixth Avenue, Dayton Visit with Santa for gifts from 2:30pm to 5:30pm PM at the Fire Station. Light up the City Campbell Light Up Dayton Dayton ALL AGES December 6, 2015 2:30 PM-5:30PM FREE Firehouse at the Monument 6 PM. http://www.cityofsilvergroveky.com Campbell Christmas Event /pages/public-calendar- Silvergrove ALL AGES December 11th Free Detail to TBD, Check website for details event?id=75 Crescent Springs Community Crescent Check Website for details Kenton Christmas in the Park Park, 800 Buttermilk Pike, ALL AGES December 5th Free Springs http://www.villahillsky.org/index.php?option=com_vjcalendar&calendarid=1 Crescent Springs, KY 41017, Un Kenton Tree Lighting Depot Park Erlanger All ages December 5, 7:00pm – 8:30pm Free Enjoy the lighting of the city tree City of Erlanger, 505 December 12,19,26 , 28-31 Kenton Train Display Commonwealth Ave, Erlanger, KY Erlanger All ages Free City Train display 10:00am-3:00pm 41018 Come join us for carriage rides and gifts from Santa. Elsmere Senior Center You must register for the Christmas party by December 1, 2015 please give names and To register call 859-342-7911 or FREE for ages of your children . Gifts will be given to children 0-12 yrs. old. We will have a Kenton Christmas Party Elsmere All Ages Dec 13, 2015 -:2-4 p.m. email [email protected] residents professional photographer taking free family portraits so dress your best and be ready to smile. We will also have games and treats for all. Dec 12th - Visit With Santa Noon - 3:00 http://coldspringky.com/parks_and p.m. Campbell City of Cold Springs Cold Springs All ages FREE Visit with Santa and Light up the town _recreation.html Dec 13th - Light Up Cold Spring 6:00 p.m. http://www.florence- Check Website for details Boone Tree Lighting Event ky.gov/christmas-tree-lighting- Florence All Ages Tuesday, December 01, 2015 Free http://www.villahillsky.org/index.php?option=com_vjcalendar&calendarid=1 event Florence Government Center Boone Concert Florence All Ages December 13 2:30Pm Free The Florence Community Band & Chorus will be holding a Christmas Concert (Community Rooms A, B, & C).

Please confirm all dates, times and prices with venue listed; information is subject to change without notice. 9 Barleycorn’s and our city are teaming up once again to host a fantastic evening 400+ luminaries. Seven horse-drawn carriages will arrive to provide very special rides. Santa Claus will make his grand appearance and listen intently as kids (and maybe Barleycorns: Check City of adults) tell him what he/she really wants to Christmas. Kenton Heartwarming Light up Lakeside Lakeside Park All Ages December 6th Free *residents Lakeside Park website for details Blessed Sacrament Church choir will arrive around 6:15 p.m. to fill our hearts with song. There will be free hot chocolate, cookies and candy canes. No reservation is needed to attend this event, but please call Lisa Moellering at 462-0108 to schedule a time for a free carriage ride.

Yummy Christmas Treats Class This is a very sweet deal! Your kids will learn special tips on making wonderful Kenton Fantasy in Frosting Newport Check for details 12/19/2015 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM $5* Residents for Kids Christmas treats, and then be able to share their knowledge with their loved ones at home. Space is limited, so please R.S.V.P. as quickly as you can to ensure your little sweetheart is included in this $5 class. Payment at the door. Downtown Lebanon December 5th Lebanon Horse Drawn Carriage 513-932-1100 Lebanon ALL AGES Street Fair: 10:00aam-8:00pm FREE The largest horse-drawn carriage parade in the US! Parade and Street Fair Parade and Festival lebanonchamber.org Parade: 1:00pm & 7:00pm 6907 Wooster Pike, Mariemont December 5th Christmas Tree lighting in at the Old Town Center in Mariemont. Visit with Santa and Luminaria 513-271-3246 Mariemont All Ages FREE 5:30-8:00 enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides and more mariemont.org Village Green Park, Fairfield December 5th Santa will be on hand as he lights the tree on the Village Green Amphitheater Stage. Light up Fairfield Fairfield All Ages FREE 513-687-5348 3:00-6:00 Holiday Market, caroling, ornament crafting and story time. Milford Santa visits at the Milford City Fire Department and will travel throughout the city. Listen Santa Sunday Milford All Ages December 6,13,20 FREE milfordohio.org to for Sirens to know when Santa will be on your street! Historic Downtown Loveland will transform to a winter wonderland. Live nativity scene, Christmas in Loveland Downtown Loveland Loveland All ages December 12 4:00-9:00 FREE Saint Nick and Mrs. Claus. Exciting events and craft workshops. Great for the whole family. 10 E. Elm St Monroe Christmas on the Corner of Main 513-539-2270 Monroe All Ages December 12-13 5-8 FREE Family Friendly love music and period exhibits. Mrs. Claus cookies and Elm monroeoh-historicalsociety.org November 19 Miami Township Holiday Parade 1082 State Route 28, Milford Milford All ages FREE Local Holiday Parade, feature floats from local business, police, fire and schools. 7:00-8:00 Hot chocolate, cookies, petting zoo, cane hunt, prizes, Santa. Call 859.292 2151 for more Kenton Candy Cane Hunt Covington KY Covington All Ages December 12th 1:00P FREE information Holiday Tree Lighting – Friday, November 27th 6:00 pm. Arrival of St. Nicholas – Sunday, December 6th, 6:00 pm. Covington Fresh cut Christmas tree sales – Friday, December 4th – Sunday, December 6th. Trees Kenton Mainstrasse Events http://www.mainstrasse.org/2014/ Covington All ages multiple dates FREE will also be available Saturday and Sunday, November 28th and 29th by appointment 02/upcoming-events/ only.

Visit Waynesville Ohio this holiday season and capture the spirit of the holidays! Stroll in and out of retail and dining storefronts, while listening to barbershop quartets, choirs, and musicians. You will be able to take a carriage ride and feel the holiday spirit in the air, all Christmas in the Village of December 4-6 http://waynesvilleohio.com/ Waynesviile All Ages Shopping while listening to the clip clapping of the horses hooves and jingle bells. Costume Waynesville 5:00-9:00 characters will be strolling along the sidewalks, throughout the weekend to help bring a smile to your face. Don’t forget jolly old St. Nick! He will be here all weekend long to listen to the requests of all the good boys and girls.

Step onto the Polar Express as you walk through the shopping district taking in the story. Shop Bellevue! Home for the Warm up between your shopping stops in one of the restaurants for a bite, a drink or for Campbell Bellevue, KY Bellevue All Ages December 4 5-9 Shopping Holidays a holiday party. The glow of the Christmas decorations and festive spirit will create a memorable Shop Bellevue! as friends and families gather for a joyful evening. Festivities will begin at 6:00pm with live music from Second Wind and a special Fountain Square November 27 appearance by Santa Claus. Fountain Square will also feature plenty of food, music, ice Downtown Macy's Light up the Square Cincinnati, OH Downtown All Ages FREE 6:00pm skating and a fireworks show that’s sure to be a “blast!” Details are still subject to myfountainsquare.com change, so be sure to check this page closer to the event. County/CITY Parks and Recreation Activities Kenton County Parks & Call for specific activities, locations, times, and dates. Visit our web site at Recreation kentoncounty.org, go to Departments, click on Parks & Recreation, and then Kenton County Parks & Kenton 3902 Richardson Rd Independence All ages Various times and locations FREE click on the Printable Programs, Activities & Events GUIDE. Bookmark the site so you Recreation Independence, KY 41051 can visit us online again 859-525-7529 and again! And, remember, you can always call us at 525-PLAY! 24 individual parks with over ten different types of amenities offered to residents. 20 West Pike Street http://www.covingtonky.gov/visitors/park Amenities include swimming, picnic areas, trails, basketball courts, baseball and softball Kenton Covington Parks and Recreation Covington, KY 41011 859- Covington All Ages FREE s fields and more. Recreation also facilitates additional programs and events to engage the 292-2160 community Please confirm all dates, times and prices with venue listed; information is subject to change without notice. 10 This park offers an array of recreational opportunities including an 18-hole golf course, multiple playgrounds, and picnic, paved, nature, mountain bike trails, an amphitheater, a http://www.covingtonky.gov/visitors/park Kenton Devou Park Devou Park Covington All Ages FREE fishing lake and so much more. The park is also home the Behringer Crawford Museum, s/devou-park The Devou Park amphitheater is home to the Kentucky symphony Orchestra's summer Concert Series. Newport Parks and Recreation Newport Parks and Recreation Special events include the Annual Easter Egg Hunt, the Memorial Day Parade and Special Events hosted throughout the http://www.newportky.gov/City- 998 Monmouth Street service, the Senior Picnic, the Veterans Day service, Monsters on Monmouth, and the Campbell Newport All Ages year. Park shelters available and outside FREE Government/Parks-and- Newport, KY 41071 Senior Lights and Sights Tour in December. Watch the calendar of events and join us to activities Recreation.aspx (859) 292-3666 experience recreational fun with your family, friends, and neighbors here in Newport.

Campbell County Fiscal Court With its hilly topography, abundance of water, and miles of greenspace, Campbell County Executive Offices is the place to be for the outdoor enthusiast and adventurer. With water on three sides, it 1098 Monmouth Street http://www.campbellcountyky.org/index.p is surrounded by the most navigable waterway of any county in Kentucky. The County Campbell County Parks and P.O. Box 72340 prices vary, Campbell Newport All Ages hp/home/living-here- also offers thousands of miles in dedicated greenspace for those looking to seek Camping Newport, KY 41072-0340 - See confirm details 86/parks#sthash.X96ZdBzK.dpuf adventure by land. - See more at: more at: http://www.campbellcountyky.org/index.php/home/living-here- http://www.campbellcountyky.org/i 86/parks#sthash.X96ZdBzK.dpuf ndex.php/home/living-here- 86/recreation#sthash.o30i0I8j.dpuf A.J. Jolly Park & Campground is an award-winning, 1000 acre park that offers many outdoor activities including :camping, fishing, Frisbee golf, baseball, basketball, sand AJ Jolly Park FREE *See AJ Jolly Park Alexandria, KY volleyball, tennis, soccer, hiking. It also offers approximately 20 miles of trails for Campbell http://www.ajjollypark.com/home Alexandria All ages March 30-November 30 Website for call 41001 horseback riding and 18 holes of golf on the banks of A.J. Jolly Lake .html for any costs

Boone County Parks and Boone County Parks and Recreation 5958 Garrard St Varies dates in June and July 7:00:00 Boone Burlington All ages FREE http://www.boonecountyky.org/parks/ Recreation Burlington, KY 41005 PM 859-334-2117 General Information/Parks Visitor FREE *Special Hamilton Cincinnati Parks Center Cincinnati All Ages http://www.cincinnatiparks.com/ events may Over 20 parks located throughout the city. Special events scheduled throughout the year (513) 352-4080 have cost Family friendly arts, cultural, music and recreational events scheduled throughout the Washington Park 1230 http://washingtonpark.org/events-at-the- Most events are Hamilton Family Friendly Events Cincinnati All ages summer. Also a large paly area and splash park for children. Please visit website for Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 park/upcoming/ Free. schedule of events. from reds game viewing parties, ice cream eating contests, and more. You are sure to find something interesting happening on Fountain Square. Visit website for a detailed Fountain Square Special Events throughout the year calendar of events. Fountain Square attracts over 2 million people annually to its special Hamilton Free Family Friendly Events Downtown Cincinnati Cincinnati All ages FREE http://myfountainsquare.com/ events, free concerts, tailgates, and lunchtime contests. It’s a place to meet friends for http://myfountainsquare.com morning coffee, or gather for lunch. It’s a place to bring your children, learn about Cincinnati history, and splash through the water feature. It’s a place to begin, or end, your Cincinnati Recreation Commission provides recreational, cultural, educational and leisure Low Cost activities, as well as programs and events. With programs designed for preschoolers, http://www.cincinnati- City Of Cincinnati Recreation Membership youth, teens, adults and seniors, people of all ages and abilities can have fun with their Hamilton CRC Info Line 513-352-4000 Cincinnati All Ages oh.gov/recreation/about-the-cincinnati- Commission Fees apply/Daily peers while enhancing their own lives. From martial arts, weight rooms, and fitness recreation-commission/ Rates available classes to games, crafts, and day camps, there are plenty of healthy activities that will spark creativity and keep the mind active. Most Activities Fishing, boating, golf, hiking, camping, mountain bike trek at Mitchell Memorial Forest or Great Parks of Hamilton County Free*Motor Hamilton County Parks and join one of our sports leagues offered throughout the spring, summer and fall. There is Hamilton 10245 Winton Rd Cincinnati, OH Hamilton All ages http://www.greatparks.org/about Vehicle Permit Recreation even horseback riding at Winton Woods Riding Center, disc golf courses and wet 513-521-7275 ($10 annual; $3 playgrounds for the kids. daily) When proper ice thickness allows, ice skiing is permitted in designated areas at the Most Activities following parks (Great Parks of Hamilton County): Miami Whitewater Forest, Mitchell Great Parks of Hamilton County Free*Motor Memorial Forest, Sharon Woods, Triple Creek, Winton Woods and Woodland Mound. Various Locations Ice Skating 10245 Winton Rd Cincinnati, OH Hamilton All ages http://www.greatparks.org/about Vehicle Permit Safe skating areas are designated with barrels and signs. Great Parks Rangers check 513-521-7275 ($10 annual; $3 ice conditions daily. Great Parks sticker is required to get into the parks and it is daily) $10/car/year. January-April Children ages 2-12 can explore nature while playing in this two-story, accessible indoor Sharon Woods Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $2.50 *Motor play facility at the Sharon Centre in Sharon Woods. The kids will enjoy climbing up 11450 Lebanon Road, Route42, Adventure Station 2/12 Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Vehicle Permit ladders, crawling through tunnels, playing with interactive features and bouncing around Sharonville Closed Mondays (Open Martin Luther required in the ball pit. The play area features safety play surfaces. holidayinlights.com King, Jr. Day and Presidents’ Day) This all inclusive park has play areas for ages 0-12 years. The park offers age appropriate play areas. For ages 0-5 years, they have a “tot-lot complete with a train and Beech Acres Park train station, swings, sand play area, mini-mountain, playhouse, arched bridge, walking All-Children’s Playground Anderson all ages Dawn-Dusk FREE 6910 Salem Avenue. paths, shaded pergolas and unique surfacing tie together the river and village theme.” (from website). In addition to the All-Children's Playground, there is a wet playground, Skate Park, hike/bike trails, amphitheater and RecPlex. Please confirm all dates, times and prices with venue listed; information is subject to change without notice. 11 Sawyer Point Fun for everyone! There are ramps and tunnels in the large riverboat inspired play Every Child's Playground 705 East Pete Rose Way, Hamilton All Ages FREE structure. It’s wheelchair accessible too. Cincinnati, Ohio 45202. Adults $8 ages 4-12) $3 ROWE WOODS Active military/ Our award-winning trails wind through Eastern deciduous forest, fields, streams and Clermont Cincinnati Nature Center 4949 Tealtown Road Clermont All ages http://www.cincynature.org/home/ seniors (65+) $6 ponds. Special Events scheduled throughout the year. Children's Saturday Classes, Milford, OH 45150 Annual Summer Camp, Adult and Family Events. ( Some require fees and registration) Memberships Available a variety of programs in the Marge & Charles Schott Nature PlayScape, recommended ROWE WOODS for children 12 and under with an adult. All programs are weather-dependent. Members Cincinnati Nature Center: Nature Included with Clermont 4949 Tealtown Road Clermont 12 and under Events scheduled throughout the year free; nonmembers pay daily admission. - See more at: PlayScape Admission Milford, OH 45150 http://www.cincynature.org/eventsprograms/nature_playscape_happenings- 2#sthash.PPdj0Kpq.dpuf

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Please confirm all dates, times and prices with venue listed; information is subject to change without notice. 12 The Public Library of Cincinnati Free*Some may and Hamilton County 800 Vine programs scheduled throughout year Hamilton Free Activities for all ages Cincinnati All Ages require http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org/programs/ Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202 Please call or visit website for details. registrations 513-369-6900 A makerspace is a place where creative people can gather, create, invent, and learn. The Public Library of Cincinnati Mon–Wed 9 a.m.–9 p.m. FREE *Some Customers of the Library have access to 3D printers, audio and visual equipment, laser and Hamilton County 800 Vine Hamilton MakerSpace Cincinnati All Ages Thu–Sat 9 a.m.–6 p.m. activities require cutters and engravers, sewing machines, cameras and other hardware and software Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202 Sun 1 p.m.–5 p.m Fee tools that they can use for free to create pretty much anything they can imagine. (Some 513-369-6900 machines require additional materials which may be purchased for a fee. Online/Additional Resources Web Brighton Center www. Brightoncenter.com Web Family Friendly Cincinnati http://familyfriendlycincinnati.com/ Web Family Day Out - Cincinnati http://www.familydaysout.com/kids-things-to-do-usa/cincinnati/oh Web Cincinnati Kids http://cincinnati-kids.com/ Web Welcome to Cincinnati USA http://www.cincinnatiusa.com/attractions/ Web 365 Cincinnati http://365cincinnati.com/ Web Family Friendly Cincinnati http://www.familyfriendlycincinnati.com/ web Groupon http://www.groupon.com/local/florence-ky/things-to-do Web Northern Kentucky CVB http://www.meetnky.com/visitors/attractions.aspx Web NKY Tourism http://nkytourism.net/home/index.aspx Web Northern Kentucky Attractions http://northernkentuckyattractions.com/ Web Cincinnati Family Magazine http://cincinnatifamilymagazine.com/events Web Family Day Out http://www.familydaysout.com/ Web Hula Frog Northern Kentucky http://northernkentucky.hulafrog.com/

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