Summer Camp Fair
At Lexington Family Magazine we believe one of the best ways to shake off the blahs of a long cold winter is to start making plans for all of your family’s summer fun.
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FCPS To Add 30 Minutes to School Day To Make Up for Snow Days
Now that spring is here, Fayette County Public Schools system has announced plans to make up the instructional time lost during the snow days of February and March – 7 full days and 6 hours. The plan includes school attendance on days that were previously earmarked as possible weather make up days: Friday, April 10, […]
High-Tech Version of ‘The Giver’ Hits LCT’s Main Stage
The Lexington Children’s Theatre has gone high-tech for its upcoming performance of “The Giver.” Throughout this production a variety of technology is used. Every member of the community is given a device similar to an iPad, laptop or a smart phone. Also, a large number of projections are used and allow the audience to experience all […]
A Peaceful Morning Routine? It’s Possible
Some mornings – maybe many mornings – can start off feeling like a race to the finish line when you have young children. Everyone is harried, stressed, irritable, pressured… and ready to fall apart at any moment. No one likes to begin the day with a big dose of stress hormones. Imagine starting off more […]
Kite Fest April 18 At Jacobson Park
All eyes will be on the skies for the annual Kite Fest at Jacobson Park on Saturday, April 18. From noon-4 p.m. families can enjoy face painting, kite making, giant bubbles and special entertainment. Food and drinks will be on sale, or picnics are welcome. The event is free and open to the public. Info: […]
Bluegrass Youth Ballet to Perform ‘Rapunzel’
Bluegrass Youth Ballet will perform “Rapunzel” at the Lexington Opera House on Friday, May 1 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, May 2 at 2 p.m. BYB will also perform for public, private and homeschooled students on Thursday, April 30 and Friday, May 1 at 9:30 a.m. “Rapunzel” is a fairytale about the determination of a […]
City Pool Passes Available April 28
City Pool Passes will be available online beginning at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28 through May 15. Family passes are $200 with a $10 discount available for purchasing online. Individual passes are $40 with a $5 discount for purchasing online. To obtain web access call 288-2980 or email parkswebhelp@lexingtonky.gov for your household’s username and […]
Something for Everyone At 4th Largest Dinner Theater
The pinnacle of an amazing career as an actor, director, producer and theater director has been Bekki Jo Schneider’s time as the owner and producer of the Derby Dinner Playhouse in Clarksville, Ind., just outside of Louisville.
Time Outs May Not Work; Try Quiet Time Instead
Time Out. Sometimes it seems to work. When it doesn’t, why is it ineffective? Here are some questions to get you thinking.
Discipline: Connect Before You Correct
Your boss comes in with a stern face. “Jim! This isn’t acceptable work! Try again, and do a better job this time!”
So, how about this? Your boss knocks on the door with a half-smile. “Hey there, Jim. Have you got a minute?