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We’ve never really made a big deal out of Valentine’s Day. Maybe we went out to dinner once, and I think Jeff bought me chocolate another year, but only because it’s my favorite food and I require a good dose at least once a week. No, Valentine’s Day was never really our thing. We love each other, don’t get me wrong, but we tend to celebrate that every day of the year, not just the day set aside for Cupid and candy. But this year is an entirely different story. For the first time, we are not each other’s Valentine. I got booted from the gig, but it’s okay because I kicked Jeff out of his role too. Our little Avery has stolen our hearts. Her smile is infectious. Just the other night she rolled over for the first time and you would have thought she made a groundbreaking, scientific discovery at the way we reacted. Cuddling with her is the best part of our day, and even changing a stinky diaper isn’t too bad, simply because she’s there. Who better to be our funny little Valentine? Avery puts everything into perspective, makes even the worst day better and makes each new day an adventure. That’s the reason this whole “being a parent” thing is worth it. Why taking a break from writing this letter to go take a picture of her with a toy just because she’s starting to discover her hands seems like the most important thing in the world. Our kids are everything. We certainly know it at Owensboro Parent. Our Publisher and his wife are having their third. Our Distribution Manager and his wife just had their second. And my husband and I have our hands full with our first. We all love our jobs, especially putting this magazine together for you. We love our spouses, our family, our friends. But the love we have for our little ones is something different all together. Happy Valentine’s Day from us and our little Valentines to you and yours!
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parent talk [7]
what to do for cold and flu [8]
love your child’s bad behavior [10]
love the earth, love recycling [13]
enjoying the right here, right now [15]
be men of courage [16]
he shouldn’t be alive [18]
show us the love photos [20]
homegrown talent [25]
valentine’s day recipe [28]
february calendar [32]
february features
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parent talkOwensboro Parent asked you to share your favorite Valentine’s tradition with your family on Facebook. Here are a few responses we LOVE and want to share with our readers:
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I’m a single mom, so every year I have a “date” with my son
at Gatti Town. I have fun with my favorite Valentine and don’t
have to get depressed by seeing all the happy couples out
celebrating “being in a relationship!”
- Holly Jenkins Jackson
Lots of hugs and kisses (and pink and red)! I usually decorate
the house while the kids are sleeping and put out little treats
for them to wake up to, like stuffed animals or candy, and
a note to tell them how much I love them. We also make
homemade Valentines for their class and friends at church.
- April Wantz Long
Homemade heart shaped pizza made with the kids--now as
teenagers they still remind me to buy the ingredients!
- Allison Finley C oomes
We have always given our three kids a very small box of candy
and a new movie to watch. Since we have three new movies,
it gives us an excuse to promote some family time.
- Lise Behr Payne
We love to make Valentine’s Day cupcakes and cookies! Then
the boys will share them with grandparents, aunts and uncles!
- Brittany Groves
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cold and flu
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what to do for
During most recent winters, cold and flu season
has been in full swing by February. This winter
the viruses that lead to lots of breathing problems
and hospital days, especially for young children,
have arrived late. We know these viruses will
show themselves sooner or later, so when your
little ones start showing early warning signs of
nasal congestion and cough, here are some tips
to help with comfort and healing.
1 Remember that antibiotics DO NOT TREAT viruses. So if you hear that wheezing (usually RSV) is going through your child’s daycare, there is almost nothing you can do to prevent the spread or the number of days the child is sick. The key is isolating the sick children as soon as they show symptoms or fever, and good hand washing.
2. Antibiotics DO TREAT ear infections, some pneumonias, and Strep throat. Ear infections usually show up 5-7 days after the start of a cold, especially if fever goes away then reappears. Ear pulling is NOT a reliable sign of an infected ear, unless the child is old enough to talk well, because it may be from teething, wax or many other reasons. The only way to diagnose an ear infection is for the child to be seen by a pediatric provider.
3 Strep throat is a specific cause for sore throat, requiring a rapid Strep test in the office for accurate diagnosis. Any practitioner who tells you he or she “knows” it is Strep without the test is simply wrong. Multiple studies have compared practitioner impressions based on exam and symptoms against the accuracy of the test, and NOBODY is more than 50% accurate without the test. Without a positive Strep test, antibiotics are very unlikely to help a sore throat,
and they may lead to other unpleasant problems, like upset stomach.
4 In the last year or so the US government has warned that many of the older medicines that we used for years to treat cold symptoms, such as cough and nasal congestion, are really not very effective. The labels now say they are not for children under 4 years old, because the side effects are too risky for the small benefit they give. In general, these medicines only help some symptoms in some people for a few hours, but the cold will still last 10 days or so. The effects of overdose can be serious, however, including insomnia, heart rhythm problems and hallucinations.
5 So if antibiotics and over-the-counter medicines do not help, what’s a parent to do? There are some natural remedies shown by medical studies to help boost the immune system or reduce symptoms.
a Honey is AS GOOD AS cough syrup, even narcotic syrup. Local honey is even better, but this seems to work because it is so thick that it coats the throat so the child does not feel the “tickle” as much.
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So there truly is hope this winter season to limit your child’s
burden of illness, but nothing takes the place of good fluid
intake, rest and the special touch of loving, nursing care from
dedicated parents.
For more information, check out cdc.gov/flu; kidshealth.org/
parent/; and healthychildren.org.
Dr. Gannon is the father of three preschoolers, so we are expecting lots of snot
sharing this winter. We are stocking up on Purell, honey and tissues, as we
teach the children to appreciate the (slight) bitterness of green tea.
b Brewed green tea seems to help in a few ways: it has antioxidants which boost your body’s response in fighting infection, which means you may be sick for fewer days. And the small amount of caffeine and the steam from brewing help open your airways to calm difficult, raspy breathing.
c Zinc supplements (available in pills, nasal spray and cough drops) and Echinacea (usually a tea) also seem to boost the immune system, but not until the illness begins. If you use them every day, the effect seems to wear off. Start as soon as you feel sick.
d Little babies, younger than 12 months old, are not good at blowing noses. So saline nasal drops or sprays can help clean their noses so they can breathe more comfortably and sleep better; this will usually calm a cough as well.
6 Influenza, or flu, bears special mention. Until a few years ago, we lumped this infection in with all the other viruses, and said just “wait it out.” But now we have an antiviral called Tamiflu which will help shorten the course of typical flu. The classic flu involves sudden onset of high fever (often over 103), aches all over, cough, chest pain and nausea with upset stomach. Usually it lasts seven days without treatment, but Tamiflu can shorten this to five days. he options listed above, along with vigorous hydration (hence the chicken soup Grandma recommends) and lots of rest, will also help with symptoms. Of course, all this may be avoided by receiving the annual flu vaccine in October.
7 RSV is also a special case, only affecting babies under 3 years old, and causing asthma-like signs, sometimes requiring oxygen. If your child is breathing rapidly (more than 60 times in a minute) or having trouble coordinating eating and breathing, then please take your child to the doctor to be evaluated.
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When your child is behaving bad ly there are several factors that can affect the outcome. 5 reasons to love your
child’s bad behavior
When I teach the Love and Logic Parenting
Classes, I always begin by telling parents, “You
are going to be so excited for your children to be bad!”
Class after class they all look at me with confused faces.
I know they all secretly think I’ve lost my mind. I don’t
blame them. I would too.
It isn’t until the second class that I can begin to see
a shift in their thinking. I can see the excitement in
their eyes after I’ve introduced a new skill that can help
them gain order in an otherwise chaotic environment.
Want to learn this skill too? My homework for you:
take your children to Wally World and use these brand
new ideas on your misbehaving little ones.
When your child is behaving badly there are several
factors that can affect the outcome. In my professional
opinion, I would give it a 60/40 split. 60 percent of the
outcome is based on how the parent reacts. The other 40
percent is based on the actual offense/child’s reaction.
We all feed off of each other’s energy. If a parent were
to become angry, red in face and yell, the outcome, I
predict, would sadly end the same way it began. The
child would more than likely lose focus, wondering if
his voice can be louder than yours! Now, if the parent
were to choose the opposite, to remain calm as the
adult in the situation, the parent would model all the
right skills that the child will need later in life in order
to be successful.
(DISCLAIMER: The technique just described will not work on
every child, but is worth trying. Good luck to you and yours!)
Every time your child misbehaves, remember why his/
her behavior may be good:
1 You are always given a chance to model proper
problem solving skills. You are your child’s biggest role
model.
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2 You are given the opportunity to teach them a life lesson.
3 It opens the door for communication between you and your
child.
4 You get a clean slate with each misbehavior. This is your
moment to shine. This is your time to mean what you say and
do what you mean.
5 You are reminded that it’s not easy being a parent and it can
be frustrating at times. But when you look at that little person
that looks up to you like no one else, you know you are truly
blessed beyond words.
upcoming: love and logic classFebruary 28 – March 27 (Tuesdays)
5:45 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
DCPS Learning Center
For more information or to register, contact Christina Dalton.
Christina Dalton, MSSW, CSW is the Family Resource Center Coordinator for
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recycling was obviously to blame. Year after year the tonnage
collected at the city-maintained drop-off site rises, as more and
more people are becoming aware of the environmental and
future impact of recycling.
Greener Owensboro Recycling (GO Recycling) was created
in response to the needs of the citizens and businesses in
Owensboro. While drop-off recycling remains the primary
method of recycling in the city, GO Recycling
offers a more convenient curbside and
business pick-up recycling service.
After reading so many letters to the
editor in the Messenger-Inquirer about
the need and benefits of curbside
recycling, John Fentress decided that
if local government wasn’t going to
take action he would.
“Too much time had already been
wasted and too many recyclables were lost
forever in local landfills,” Fentress said.
Fentress believes in his work.
“If spreading the good word of social, civic and personal
responsibility meant getting dirty and giving up my weekends, I
was ready to make that sacrifice,” Fentress said. “The long-term
benefits, by far, out weighed that short-term sacrifice.”
It took just seven months after the launch of GO Recycling
love the earth,love recycling
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The impact of recycling in our community can be measured
in many ways.
Economically, it creates jobs. According to the National
Recycling Coalition, recyclingcreates four jobs to one job in waste
disposal. On average, for every one job collecting recyclables,
there are 26 jobs in material handling and remanufacturing.
It can be measured environmentally, especially for our future
generations. If we don’t recycle now, we are leaving
future generations with a very expensive
problem-- no landfill space. It costs each
Daviess County citizen each time we have
to expand our landfill. Higher tipping
fees and price per ton of waste means
higher and higher collection fees. The
less we put in the landfill, the less cost
to all taxpayers.
Socially, the more people see recycling
bins, curbside or in businesses, the more
aware of the situation they become. As people
become aware, they educate themselves and others. A public
that understands personal responsibility is priceless!
Curbside recycling has been a hot topic of debate in
Owensboro off and on for quite some time. The city even had a
trial program in the mid-90’s, but the participation was so low,
the ycould not justify the program. The lack of education about
“I needed to lead the way in making a difference for our
community, and my children, nieces, and nephews. It was time to lead byexample.”
-John Fentress
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before city government took notice of the popularity. Mayor
Payne called for the city management team to study the
program, and decide if they wanted to get involved somehow.
With spending downtown, and the popularity of GO Recycling’s
program, Mayor Payne decided it was better to let GO Recycling
continue operation without government involvement.
GO Recycling currently services over 500 homes, 20
businesses, 4 churches, 3 schools, Friday After 5, multiple city
events and festivals and several non-profit agencies. Services
are available for as low as $8 per month for weekly pick-up. GO
Recycling services all of Owensboro, the entire fringe area and
several areas in the county. Collection totes are provided and GO
Recycling does all the sorting for you! For county customers, a
reduced-rate trash pick up is also available. Monthly fees for
trash start at $10 per month for recycling customers.
They also provide an on-call pick up for people who are
not customers. Anything can be picked up for removal or
recycling-- old appliances, cars, lawn equipment. Cleaning out
your garage or basement? Call GO Recycling! GO Recycling
also offers confidential document destruction and recycling for
home and business! OP
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I don’t remember the last time a small child threw her arms around me and hugged me with all her might.
That’s because I didn’t realize it would be the last time. Years ago – has that much time really gone by? – when my children were little, those enthusiastic hugs and effusive “I love you!”s were just part of my everyday life. And when February rolled around, all their Valentines were for me. Pink construction paper scissored into (more-or-less) heart shapes, decorated with white paper lace, thick with dried paste, and covered with red crayon scrawls of “Be My Valntin!” were thrust into my hands even as my children threw themselves into my arms, proclaiming, “I love you, Mommy!” I hope I responded with hugs and “I love you too!” I hope I said, “This is beautiful!” I hope I said, “You made this for me? I will keep it forever!” I hope I didn’t say, “Look at the mess you made! Paper scraps everywhere! That glitter will never come out of the carpet …” My children grew up when I wasn’t looking, and they fell in love with other people. As the years went by, their
Valentine Days were eventually defined by nice restaurants, red roses and even a marriage proposal. And now I have two grandchildren, sweet little girls who are going to grow up to be someone’s very special Valentines someday. That will be many years from now, but I’ve learned the hard way how quickly those years go by. So for now, I’m enjoying the right here, right now. This is the first Valentine’s Day for both Briley and Lyla. My grandbabies are still a little too young to make their own Valentines, so Granma is helping them out this year. I’m sure their mommies and daddies won’t mind if I dip the girls’ hands in red paint to make little handprints on the pink construction paper hearts I’ve already cut out. Yes, there will be white paper lace, and I even know how to spell “Valentine.” You see, I learned many years ago that glitter will eventually come out of the carpet.
But oh, how I’ve missed that sparkle …
Lora Wimsatt is a mother, grandmother and writer. She enjoys the everyday
blessings and adventures of life, especially her family.
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A few months ago I saw the movie “Courageous.” This was
another movie in a recent trend toward crafting a moral
message from a Biblical perspective. Regardless of your own
personal faith, the lesson focusing on dads was universal; you
are important, you make a difference, you have purpose.
While we may not live the “Leave it to Beaver” world of
yesteryear, men need to recognize their great value in the raising
of their children. Both mothers and fathers leave an imprint on
the character of their kids, but all too often men play the role of
spectator. So what does it take to be a great father?
Casting Crowns recorded the title-track to the movie
“Courageous.” The song sets forth the foundation for which
fathering (and indeed parenting) begins…it takes no less than
COURAGE.
What is real courage? Courage is not the absence of fear, but
acting on your convictions despite your fears. I remember the
drive home from HCA Medical Center in Plano, Texas in 1987.
I kept thinking, “Is this little person ours? How will we be able
to raise him?” Despite the fear, we pushed on. We had to. We
accepted our role as parents and worked together.
But many today struggle with that role as parent due to
divorce, financial position, immaturity or lack of knowledge.
It’s a struggle that could impact generations.
The results of fallen fatherhood are indisputable. Our
prisons are full of men who were fatherless for most of their
lives. Yet there was a dad, there had to be. So, like the song says,
“Where are you, men of courage?”
Despite the formidable challenges we face today, there is
great hope. Men need to stand tall and become those men of
courage. It’s what we were meant to be.
Teach your children to look both ways before crossing the street Too many fathers believe the lie that says “I am being
hypocritical to tell my kids not to do something that I did when
I was young.” How ridiculous. We all make mistakes. But don’t
we try to correct them or keep them from happening again? If
not, could any of us keep a job, stay married or even have friends?
Many today struggle with that role as parent due to divorce, financial position,
immaturity or lack of knowledge. It’s a struggle that could impact generations.
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be men ofcourage
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It is our obligation and even our commission to teach our kids
to live better than we did. Just like teaching our children
to look both ways before crossing the street, we didn’t let
them discover those dangers for themselves. We taught
them. Whether it’s about premarital sex, underage
drinking, taking drugs, shop lifting or cheating (you
name it) we need to teach them that those things were
dangerous and unhealthy. Don’t’ stop teaching them
to look both ways just because you didn’t.
Stop keeping up with the Jones’ (My apologies to the Jones’)
We live in an “I want it yesterday” society.
Commercials tell us we need it and we believe
the lie. Helping our children “Expect the Greater
Reward” (September 2011 Advice from an Ordinary
Dad) by putting off instant gratification will teach our
kids to be content and save for something greater in the
future. Giving our kids everything they ask for may win us
“brownie points” as the fun or cool parent, but it also teaches
unrealistic expectations. The local news tells us that our hunger
for instant gratification has made us a nation of debtors, causing
our current financial crisis. My parents always taught me it was
foolish to “keep up with the Jones’.” Most of us don’t have the
financial resources to anyway. Saying “no” takes courage.
Give timeMore than your money, more than your advice, more than your
rules, your kids need you. Time is something that slips away all
too quickly. The movie paints that point so poignantly when the
protagonist chooses to pass on a dance with his little daughter,
a choice he later regrets. I have never regretted taking time with
my kids. I just wish I had chosen that option more often. Taking
time away from your wants takes courage.
Reach up by kneeling down. My tagline was chosen with great thought and prayer. I am
just an ordinary dad. I am not superman and neither are you.
I have always wanted to be a dad and have tried to be a good
one. However, try as I may, I have failed all too often. Perhaps I
pushed too hard at times and other times not hard enough. Or
I may have ignored my kids to do something really important,
like finish a TV show. But God has been the great equalizer. I
have (and my wife has) prayed for our kids all of their lives.
I believe in a God who cares and loves far beyond I can even
understand. I know there are gaps, but I believe God fills those.
God is good.
While my remarks have been pointed at fathers, I know that
many mothers are leading their families without a live-in dad. I
pray for you regularly. Your challenge is great, but there is great
hope. My best friend from college was raised by a loving and
caring mother. He is now a loving and caring father of three. If
you find yourself in this solo-parenting role and would like to
add a positive male role model in your child’s life I encourage
you to contact:
Matt Woodfall, Executive Director
MentorKids Kentucky
(270) 926-8693
Today, the challenge is great, but the reward is even greater.
We may just be ordinary dads, but if you pray for me, I’ll pray
for you and we’ll become the men of courage that God intended.
We were made to be courageous.
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
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Michael and Tyler Daugherty have had a fairy tale kind of life— the
kind of life portrayed in the movies, that American Dream that
every young person yearns for. The two began dating their sophomore
year at Daviess County High School. They went to college together
at Western Kentucky University. She studied elementary education;
he studied biology and chemistry to pursue his dream of becoming a
doctor. They married in June 2008 after they graduated and moved to
Lexington, where Tyler accepted a job as a fourth grade teacher and
Michael began medical school at the University of Kentucky.
It was only natural that this picture-perfect couple wanted to expand
their family in fall 2009. Tyler, now 25, quickly became pregnant.
“Other than small bits of nausea and tiredness, my pregnancy was
a breeze,” Tyler said. “I did not have any complications.”
The couple learned they were having a baby boy, Owen, whom they
decided to name after Tyler’s grandfather.
It wasn’t until 20 weeks gestation that the Daughertys realized
there was a complication with their child’s development, a day that
will forever be etched in the memory of this new mom and dad.
“Dealing with the news of hearing there is something wrong with
your unborn child is beyond heartbreaking,” Tyler said. “There aren’t
words that could begin to describe the pain that consumed my heart.
My body literally ached for the baby growing inside me. But we knew
that no matter what, we were chosen for this. This was our cross to bear,
and somehow, God would make good of this.”
After several doctor’s visits and further referrals, the Daughertys
received news that would change the course of the rest of their lives.
Owen was diagnosed with Posterior Utheral Vales (PUV). This is a
condition in boys where a blockage in the urethra does not allow the
bladder to fully empty. Because Owen could not empty his bladder,
urine began backing up into his kidneys, causing End Stage Renal
Disease (ESRD).
“Doctors were not hopeful of Owen’s survival,” Tyler said.
However, Owen’s kidneys were the least of his problems. Owen’s
biggest hurdle to overcome was fully developing his lungs. Doctors told
the Daughertys that swallowing amniotic fluid develops a baby’s lungs.
Coincidently, that fluid is produced by the baby’s urine; something
Owen could not provide his developing body.
While pregnant, Tyler underwent two surgeries to correct Owen’s
bladder issue. Without much improvement, Tyler was admitted to
Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, where she remained until
giving birth to Owen on August 7, 2010.
“It was very difficult meeting with doctors on a daily basis,” Tyler
said, “because it was clear there was little hope for his survival.”
Not long after his birth, Owen began proving everyone wrong. In
fact, one of Owen’s doctors was moved to tears during a visit with the
Daughertys. The doctor assured the new parents that it was their faith
that allowed Owen to grow and develop.
“It was in that very moment we understood everything we had been
going through,” Tyler said. “It is our hope and prayer that Owen’s story
will touch the lives of all who hear it and tell of a God who heals. Owen
is a product of unwavering faith and perseverance that only comes
from trusting in God and allowing Him to work, especially in times of
suffering.”
After 100 days in the hospital, Owen was allowed to return home.
Now every day Tyler and Michael spend with their son is precious.
“By doctors terms, Owen should not be here,” Tyler said. “Simple
as that. He shouldn’t have survived. Everything Owen does is huge,
and we celebrate every, tiny milestone he meets. Because every tiny
milestone is a miracle.”
It is this gratitude for their son’s life that allows the Daughertys to
deal with the host of difficulties kidney disease causes. Owen receives
12 hours of dialysis, 3 daily catheterizations, 8 daily medications and
he shouldn’tbe alive
“Everything Owen does is huge, and we celebrate every, tiny
milestone he meets. Because every tiny milestone is a miracle.”
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a weekly shot. Additionally, Owen is quite developmentally delayed,
mainly with gross motor skills and speech, including feeding. Owen
receives physical, occupational and speech therapy.
“We made the decision early on not to be bitter about what we were
experiencing,” Michael, 26, said. “Hardships can help strengthen your
foundation or it can easily tear you apart if you allow it to. So Tyler
and I decided to not be angry at the world or envious of others who
have healthy babies. The transition from asking yourself ‘why me?’ to
‘why not me?’ isn’t an easy one, and there are plenty of times we feel
overwhelmed. “
Tyler and Michael admit that while their son is worth any sacrifice
they have made, caring for Owen has put strain on their lives. Tyler was
forced to quit her job, the only source of income, and become a stay-at-
home mom and full-time caregiver for Owen.
Michael is finishing his fourth year of medical school, will graduate
in May and will then begin his residency training. The stress of his
studies can be overwhelming, admits the couple.
“My priorities had to be a reshuffled a bit, as I knew that being a
husband and a father was more important than a career,” Michael said.
Also, the Daughertys miss out on time with friends and family
because Owen tends to catch germs easily. For this reason, the
Daughertys cherish time with their loved ones, which they hope to
make up for when Michael finishes his residency, when they plan to
return to Owensboro.
The fact that the Daughertys can make plans for the future is
nothing short of a miracle, after previously being told not to expect a
future with their son.
Today, they are coming up on a new start for Owen, who is scheduled
to receive a kidney transplant this spring. This will be a new beginning,
and Owen’s body will finally feel well. Although Owen is thriving, his
body is sick. Fortunately for him, it’s all he has ever known.
Michael and Tyler are unable to donate to Owen. They are thankful
to be surrounded by their loving family, one of which has been deemed
a match for Owen’s kidney donation.
“It is simply impossible to describe how grateful we are for
Michael’s aunt and her sacrifice and giving heart,” Tyler said. “Owen’s
life will be forever changed, as he will be given a ‘normal’ life, free of
dialysis.”
Despite his sick body, Owen greets each day with a smile. He
continues to amaze his parents with his “unending perseverance and
love for life.”
“He has taught me more in his 18 months of life than I could learn
in a lifetime,” Tyler said.
Ashley is a first-time mommy, a not-so-newlywed, an organizational freak and the
editor of this awesome magazine. (Which is, of course, a totally unbiased opinion.
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There are thousands of families waiting anxiously for that special person to make a sacrifice in
order to save a life. You can explore for yourself at www.donatelife.net andwww.organdonor.gov
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show us the love
{ f i n d u s o n f a c e b o o k }
We asked you to submit photos on Facebook, loving on
each other. Dozens of entries later, you sure showed us
the love! Here are the Top 10 vote getters and 10 of our
favorite loving moments too! Thanks to our Facebook fans
that entered our Show Us the Love contest!
1st place - Zoey & Paige
2nd place - Christian, Zion & Israel3rd place - Greyson, Gavin & Cambron
4th place - Bryson & Paisley
5th place - Lilly & Orion
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6th place - Claire & Addison
7th place - Chadric, Ashley & CJ
8th place - Preslee & Brooklyn
9th place - Eva & Jay 10th - Taylor & Blakelyn
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show us the love
Lily & Jonah
Alex & Neil Roberts Family Eric & Anna Beth
{ o u r f a v o r i t e s }
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SAMIRAH
GABRIELLE
EMMITT
AVA GRACE
Brock & Brayden
Jade & Alma
Emerson & Colben
Jaxon & Tori-Kate Liam & Tytus
Cameron & Abby
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CAN YOU GIVE US A LITTLE
BACKGROUND ON YOUR
ACCOMPLISHMENTS?
Sure! I started playing cello and
saxophone when I was young, and I was
fortunate enough to be recognized on
the national level on those instruments
via national competitions, PBS, NBC’s
“Today” Show, NPR and others. When
I started college at Yale, I was mainly an
East Asian Studies major and pre-med
student wanting to go to medical school.
Yet, after opening for KRS-One and
winning second place in a competition
hosted by Yo-Yo Ma in my junior year, I
felt moved to pursue music.
I lived in China for a year and a half,
studying Chinese on a Yale Fellowship
and performed on Chinese TV. I also
hosted a TV show in China and did a lot
of cultural diplomacy work through the
US Embassy in Beijing. Those experiences
gave me more confidence to pursue
the entertainment business. In April of
my senior year, I posted a video of me
celloboxing (playing cello and beatboxing
simultaneously) a piece by Mark Summers
called “Julie-O”, which went viral (now
has approx. 1.3 millions views). From
that, I was called by Gungor to go on tour
with them and the David Crowder Band,
in addition to audition with three singers
from Texas and bass singer from central
California for NBC’s “The Sing-Off.”
Turns out this group, Pentatonix, won the
show, and now we’re signed to Sony/Epic
Records!
WHEN AND HOW DID YOU BEGIN
PLAYING THE CELLO?
I started playing cello when I was 6 years
old. My sister started taking violin lessons
from a woman named Dr. Mack, who
was actually a cellist. She offered to give
me lessons, but I didn’t want to try it. I
didn’t know what it was, and I thought the
saxophone was a cooler instrument since
homegrowntalent An interview with
Owensboro’s Kevin
Olusola of NBC’s
“The Sing Off ” fame
Last year many Owensboro residents tuned in to NBC’s
“The Sing-Off” to cheer for Owensboro native, Kevin
Olusola, 23, a competitor on the a cappella singing
competition show. Olusola’s group, Pentatonix, won
the show and are now signed to Sony/Epic Records.
Owensboro Parent sat down with Olusola to ask him
about his fame, his talent and his Owensboro roots.
Photo by Heather Dunn Photography
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Bill Clinton played it. However, she gave me a small cello,
and started giving me me lessons. Mom said she’d stop the
lessons when I said “nope, I’m done.” Six months went by...I
didn’t say anything. A year went by, I didn’t say anything...5
years...10 years...and here I am today, and I still haven’t told
my parents, “nope, I’m done.”
HOW DID YOU DEVELOP YOUR
STYLE?
That’s an interesting question!
Let me start off by saying I
never knew I wanted to be a
musician when I was a student.
I wasn’t one of those pre-college,
conservatory-trained students
who practiced three to four hours
a day consistently on one style
or on one instrument. I played
multiple instruments, and did activities like jazz band,
marching band, Christian fellowship worship band, etc., and
I beatboxed for fun! I think this is fundamental to answering
this question because I wasn’t constricted to just one thing.
I listened to everything and tried everything! Nobody told
me that the cello was only made for classical music, which
I think was the initial point. I learned licks and styles of
playing from performing on my saxophone and piano, and
transfered that to my cello. And then the beatboxing and
cello combination just kinda happened naturally from my
own curiosity. Now that I do want to be an artist, my work is
more concentrated on trying to sound like who I want to be.
So, my word of advice: try everything. Play everything. You’ll
never know what you’ll learn.
HOW DID YOUR PARENTS
CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR SUCCESS?
My dad is a psychiatrist from Nigeria,
and my mother is a nurse from the
island of Grenada. They sacrificed
everything to make sure I had
opportunities to do what I wanted to
the fullest. They always pushed values
of working efficiently in everything I
did, whether it was academia or music. I especially got inspired
when they told me some of the trials they went through in
order to survive and make a living for themselves. I think
their influence has been instrumental in why I’ve been able to
accomplish so much at 23 years old.
Kevin performing with Pentatonix. Photo courtsey of NBC.
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WERE THEY A SIGNIFICANT PART OF YOUR DECISION TO
PURSUE MUSIC?
No and yes. I made the decision to pursue music on my
own. My parents didn’t agree with me at first because doing
music is the risky path that may not lead anywhere. I think
this is something that many children of immigrant parents
go through. But once I started getting awards in college and
had the viral video, that’s when they became excited in me
pursuing music as my career. Now there are times where I
think they are more excited than I am!
WHEN WAS YOUR TALENT RECOGNIZED?
My parents realized I had talent from about 6 months old to 2
years old when I was playing simple songs on the piano, and so
they began nurturing it with piano, sax and cello lessons. What
a time! It was a period where I could play for fun, without any
pressure from anybody.
HOW DID YOU FEEL ABOUT YOUR SUCCESS ON THE SING
OFF?
I’m so excited to have won with my group Pentatonix! It came
with a lot of hard work. The one thing I learned from it all
is that in the entertainment industry, you must be resilient,
tenacious and you must go for the goal with everything you
have and never look back. Now, we’re doing what we love and
are trying to make a cappella fun for everyone to enjoy!
DID YOUR PARENTS WATCH YOU ON THE SHOW? ANY
FUN STORIES ABOUT THEIR SUPPORT?
My parents did watch the show! They were rooting the whole
way for Pentatonix! They came out to Los Angeles to watch the
finale and were so excited that I won (although I think my Dad
was a little bit more anxious about giving me his iPhone 4 so
that he could start using his new iPhone 4S!).
ARE YOU PROUD OF YOUR WORLD-WIDE SUCCESS
AS AN ARTIST, COMING FROM A SMALL TOWN LIKE
OWENSBORO?
I am thankful that I’ve been able to be a blessing to so many
people, but I am more thankful to the place that has been a
blessing to me, Owensboro. It is where I had my beginnings,
and it was there that people gave me a chance to explore. They
taught me to believe in myself and whatever I’ve been given,
and fostered a seed in me to truthfully realize that anything
is possible. Now that I’m making entertainment my career, I
want to make my friends and family in Owensboro very proud.
WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR OTHER KIDS THAT
WANT TO PURSUE THEIR DREAMS?
Someone very successful once told me, “you can have all the
success in the world, but be humble.” I am always trying to
keep that in the back of my mind. Work extremely hard, but
as you continue to rise up the ladder, never forget your roots or
where you came from or the people that helped you along the
way. Humility takes people the farthest. OP
learnmoreKevin OlusolaWebsite: www.kolusola.comYou Tube: www.youtube.com/kolusolaFacebook: www.facebook.com/KO1Music
PentatonixWebsite: www.ptxofficial.comYou Tube: www.youtube.com/ptxofficialFacebook: www.facebook.com/Pentatonix
Photo by Nedy Valdivia Photography
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Valentine’s Day for parents doesn’t
always mean a fancy dinner and a
night of dancing out on the town.
After a busy day at work and a little
time with the kids, it may seem
impossible to find a little time for you
and your spouse. This Valentine’s
Day may require you to get creative,
wrapping your romantic dinner into
your regular routine, budget and
pantry.
This meal doesn’t require any special
trip to the store or any extravagant
amount of time in the kitchen and
yet is an elegant dinner, perfect for
Valentine’s Day.
Prepare the potatoes the day before
and you can have the candles lit and
the table set in less than 30 minutes,
leaving you the rest of the evening to
indulge in one another, rather than a
chore in the kitchen.
herb-dijon pork tenderloin
with white cheddar potatoes
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First, clean and portion the tenderloin. Remove the silver skin and excess
fat from the tenderloin by inserting the tip of a long, sharp knife under the
silver skin or fat, and then use a long slicing motion horizontally across the
tenderloin to remove the rest. Then slice loin on the bias to form 1/4-inch
to 1/2-inch cutlets. Make sure they are all about the same thickness for
even cooking. If one is too thick, just use a meat mallet or the palm of your
hand to thin it out a little. Toss them lightly in flour.
Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter.
Once the fat melts and butter stops bubbling, but before it browns, add the
pork. Let brown on one side and then flip it. Season with salt and pepper.
Add the garlic and let it brown lightly.
Add the white wine to deglaze the pan and then add the chicken stock,
dijon mustard, thyme and sage. Once the sauce begins to boil, reduce heat
to a simmer and let cook uncovered for another 5 to 10 minutes or until
sauce thickens and pork is cooked through.
tasty valentine’s day recipe!
Pork Tenderloin10 - 16 oz. pork tenderloin1 cup chicken stock1/2 cup white wine1 tablespoon dijon mustard3-4 sprigs fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dry thyme
2 leaves fresh sage, chopped or 1/4 teaspoon dry sage3 cloves garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to tasteFlour for dredging1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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Remove the woody stems of the asparagus and then clean and
dry them.
Sautéed asparagus requires very high heat and quick cooking
for the perfectly hot and crisp doneness. Asparagus should
still have a snap to it when you eat it. No one wants slimy,
flimsy overcooked asparagus at a romantic dinner.
Place a medium sauté pan over high heat. Once the pan is very
hot, add oil and let heat for just a few seconds. Then carefully
add the asparagus. The oil will pop, so be careful. Season with
salt and pepper and toss occasionally until the asparagus skin
begins to blister and turn lightly brown. Remove from the
heat and add the vinegar. If you do this over the flame, the
interaction between vinegar and hot oil can cause the oil to
flame up. Toss to coat. If you don’t have malt vinegar, you can
substitute with lemon juice, red wine vinegar or white vinegar.
Sautéed Asparagus1 Bunch asparagus1 teaspoon malt vinegar
Salt and pepper to tasteExtra Virgin Olive Oil
This dish can be prepared the day before and then reheated
before dinner to save time on Valentine’s Day.
Butter a 9-inch round baking dish, or similar volume dish. Peel
and cube the potatoes. Mix together remaining ingredients
and then toss with potatoes. Pour everything into dish and
bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 15 to 30 minutes or until
golden brown.
Matt Weafer has a 1-year-old son, is a former restaurant chef and has been
freelance writing since 2003.
White Cheddar Potatoes 4-6 Idaho potatoes1 cup chicken stock3/4 cup grated white cheddar cheese
1/3 cup cream cheese4 garlic cloves, mincedSalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoon unsalted butter, cubed
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gospelmusic
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Concert Features:
Glory Road Travelers
Paul Gatewood
The Haire Family
Glorybound Singers
A love offering will be taken
Refreshments to follow
Saturday, February 18, 2012 - 6:00 PM
Relevant Faith - 700 Wing Avenue in Owensboro
Aaron Shouse is a 44-year-old local resident. Aaron was first diagnosed with Non-
Hodgkins Lymphoma in January 2002. After extensive surgery and chemotherapy,
he recovered and has been living a full life with his wife of 22 years, Marketa and
sons Zachary, 15 and Tyler, 11. He is a long time employee of Don Moore Auto-
motive Team, where he has held various positions within the company. Unfortu-
nately, in early October, tumors were found in his liver. On October 19th, he was
diagnosed with liver cancer. Although it has been caught early, a transplant is the
only option in order to save his life. Aaron has been placed on the transplant list
and currently awaits a liver.
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FEBRUARY 1INDEPENDENCE BANK SCHOLARSHIPS Independence Bank is now accepting
applications for their 2012 scholarship program.
There’s over $30,000 in college scholarship
money available to help local students get a head
start on college tuition. Get your application now
at you local area high school, any Independence
Bank location or online at 1776bank.com
HOT READS FOR COLD NIGHTS WINTER READING PROGRAM FOR ADULTS; Weekly
prize drawings for anyone registered for the
program. Grand prize drawings for those who
complete the program by reading five or more
books. Print, audio and eBooks all count! Grand
prizes include a handmade quilt, a rocking chair,
and a Kindle Fire! Sign up at www.dcplibrary.org
or visit Daviess County Public Library for more
information.
MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT The
outrageous musical comedy lovingly ripped off
from the film classic “Monty Python and The Holy
Grail.” Spamalot tells the tale of King Arthur and
his Knights of the Round Table as they embark
on their quest for the Holy Grail. Flying cows,
killer rabbits, taunting Frenchmen and show-
stopping musical numbers are just a few of the
reasons audiences everywhere are eating up
Spamalot; 7 p.m.; RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess
St.; riverparkcenter.org.
FREE MOCHA MOUTH WEDNESDAY Open
mic night for singers, songwriters, poets, acoustic
or keyboard musicians will perform each
Wednesday night at The Creme. 6 - 8 p.m., 109 E.
2nd Street; 270-683-7787
FEBRUARY 2FREE 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.
MIDTOWN EAST NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIANCE MEETING 5 p.m.
SEVEN HILLS NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIANCE MEETING 7 p.m.
FEBRUARY 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 - 10 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or
ubouncepartyhouse.com
FEBRUARY 4STONES & BONES “MARDI GRAS MASQUERADE MADNESS” Come enjoy the
Science & History Museum’s main fundraiser,
Stones and Bones “Mardi Gras Masquerade
Madness”. Festive appetizers, Cajun dinner buffet
and drinks, music & dancing. Tickets are $40 each
and can be purchased by contacting the Museum
at 270-687-2732. 122 E. Second Street. 6:30-10
p.m.
SHOP AND SHARE DAY A benefit victims of
domestic violence created by First Lady Jane
Beshear. In need of volunteers to help collect
donated items, like food, soap and diapers, at
Kroger stores. Volunteer for one hour, stay the
whole day or simply remember to pick up a few
items to donate on your way out of the store.
Every little bit helps. ; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; To sign up
for a time, visit the volunteer sign-up page:
http://firstlady.ky.gov/Pages/shopshare.aspx.
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.
FEBRUARY 6FREE 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.
FEBRUARY 7SHOPPING WISELY FOR FOOD An adult
program, featuring Christy Ramsey for the
Extension Office; 6:30 p.m.; Daviess County
Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.; dcplibrary.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
FEBRUARY 8FREE CREATING LASTING FAMILY CONNECTIONS Sponsored by Owensboro
Public Schools Prevention Project & Family
Resource Center, A program designed to improve
self confidence and communication skills, and
help parents raise SUCCESSFUL youth! Program
is open to all parents & caregivers. Discussion
Groups for Adults featuring: Parent and youth
communication skills, alcohol and drug
prevention education, family management skills,
support and resource guidance. Program meets
each Wednesday beginning February 8 through
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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March 7. (Group will be cancelled if Owensboro
City Schools or Daviess County Public Schools
are out, due to inclement weather.) 11:30-1 p.m.;
Owensboro Middle School South Campus, Family
Resource Center, 2631 South Griffith; Please
contact Tonya Barr 686-1159.
Mocha Mouth Wednesday Open mic night for
singers, songwriters, poets, acoustic or keyboard
musicians will perform each Wednesday night
at The Creme. 6 - 8 p.m., 109 E. 2nd Street; 270-
683-7787
FEBRUARY 9FREE 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.
FEBRUARY 10U-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 - 10 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or
ubouncepartyhouse.com
SOUTHEAST ALLIANCE MEETING 6:30 p.m.
FEBRUARY 11BEE MINE A Valentine’s Day celebration
presented by Western Kentucky Botanical
Garden. Activities include: card making, tissue
flower making, bumble bee crafts, word search,
coloring, guess the number of chocolate kisses
in a jar, hot chocolate will keep you warm. Also,
come out to see the beautiful Valentine art
displayed from some of our local 3rd graders.
The first 30 children to arrive will receive a special
Valentine from the Garden that includes a packet
of wildflower seeds! Your family membership
includes admission to this special event. Regular
admission for non-members; 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.;
Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, 25 Carter
Rd.; www.wkbg.org.
SHOUSE FAMILY FUNDRAISER Aaron Shouse
is a 44-year-old local resident. Aaron was first
diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma
in January 2002. After extensive surgery and
chemotherapy, he recovered and has been living
a full life with his wife of 22 years, Marketa and
sons Zachary, 15 and Tyler, 11. He is a long time
employee of Don Moore Automotive Team,
where he has held various positions within the
company. Unfortunately, in early October, tumors
were found in his liver. On October 19th, he was
diagnosed with liver cancer. Although it has
been caught early, a transplant is the only option
in order to save his life. Aaron has been placed
on the transplant list and currently awaits a liver.
Attend a dinner and dance to raise money for
the Shouse family’s increasing medical expenses;
Homeowners Association Building on Carter Rd.;
6 p.m. – 10 p.m.; tickets $15/per person when
bought in advance, $20/per person if bought at
the door. There will be a maximum of 150 tickets
sold; Silent auction for various gifts (all proceeds
from both the silent auction and the ticket sales
will go directly to the Shouse family); Contact
Amanda O’Toole at (270) 903-8558 or by e-mail
at [email protected] or Misty Wink at (270)
313-3095.
SOCCER REGISTRATION Walk-in registration
for both Daviess County Youth Soccer and the
new Owensboro United Soccer Academy; 9 a.m.
– 1 p.m. If you can’t make it this day, registration
forms will be available for pickup and drop off;
www.dcysa.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.
FEBRUARY 13FREE 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.
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THE SECRET GARDEN AUDITIONS (Details on page 38)
FEBRUARY 14
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!
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
SHIFLEY-YORK NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIANCE MEETING 5:30 p.m.
OLD OWENSBORO NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIANCE MEETING 6 p.m.
FEBRUARY 15FREE MOCHA MOUTH WEDNESDAY Open mic night for singers,
songwriters, poets, acoustic or keyboard musicians will perform each
Wednesday night at The Creme. 6 - 8 p.m., 109 E. 2nd Street; 270-683-7787
FEBRUARY 16FREE 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.
FEBRUARY 17THE SECRET GARDEN An original Missoula Children’s Theatre rendition,
is a joyful retelling of a story of hope and celebration and all good things in
life. Mistress Mary Quite Contrary embarks on a journey from India to her
uncle’s home in England. Along the way she makes friends with the hilarious
Canadian Geese and the colorful Giant Bugs. In time she learns to appreciate
everything around her, including the Moor Animals and the helpful Fireflies.
Add to that a good healthy dose of caring, and what happens? Colin, Martha,
and Archibald begin to enjoy the return of health and happiness in a garden
carefully tended…until it blossoms once more; $3.50 (includes discount);
grades K – 5; 12 p.m.; RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess St.; 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 -
10 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com
FEBRUARY 1821812 Live art show/video shoot featuring Aaron Kizer. Only 350 tickets will
be printed and one of those ticket holders will leave with one of the paintings!
Tickets $15, Purchase tickets online at the Kizer Arts website; 8:30 p.m.;
Owensboro Kentucky Armory; kizerarts.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.
The Secret Garden See event description on February 17; 2 p.m.; RiverPark
Center, 101 Daviess St.; riverparkcenter.org.
FEBRUARY 19OWENSBORO DANCE THEATRE HOSTS LOUISVILLE BALLET SUMMER INTENSIVE SCHOLARSHIP AUDITION; 12 – 2 p.m.; Johnson’s
Dance Studio.
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FEBRUARY 20FREE 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.
FEBRUARY 21FREE COUPONING! An adult program with Lisa McFarland from Bellevue
Baptist Church; 6:30 p.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020 Frederica St.;
dcplibrary.org.
FREE LEGO BLOCK PARTY Build, play and learn with the library’s LEGO
collection. For kids ages 6-12. Registration is required, Please do so by phone
or at the library; 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Daviess County Public Library, 2020
Frederica St.; dcplibrary.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
FEBRUARY 22FREE MOCHA MOUTH WEDNESDAY Open mic night for singers,
songwriters, poets, acoustic or keyboard musicians will perform each
Wednesday night at The Creme. 6 - 8 p.m., 109 E. 2nd Street; 270-683-7787
FEBRUARY 23LA LECHE LEAGUE An international, nonprofit organization dedicated to
providing education, information, support and encouragement to women
who want to breastfeed. LLL of Owensboro holds monthly meetings, are
free and cover: The Benefits of Breastfeeding, At Home With Your New Baby,
Avoiding and Overcoming Difficulties, and Nutrition & Weaning. 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 [email protected], for breastfeeding help or information; 6:30
p.m.; Settle Memorial United Methodist Church, 201 E. Fourth St., Room 105
of the education building.
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.
FEBRUARY 24PINE KNOB THEATRE DADDY TOOK THE T-BIRD AWAY Purely a
Rock-N-Roll stroll down Memory Lane. Raymond and Peggy Gail get a new
’56 T-Bird the last week of school at old Caneyville High. When their daughter,
Sissy, gets caught with the T-Bird at the “Diner” instead of the library, the
comedy begins. This show is filled with music from the 50’s and 60’s, vintage
cars, and lots of fun for all ages; Adults $15 or 2 for $25, children 12 & under
$10; 7 p.m.; RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess St.; 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 -
10 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or ubouncepartyhouse.com
FEBRUARY 25FREE 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.
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FREE DANCE FOR YOUR HEALTH DAY
Presented by Owensboro Dance Theatre
and OMHS HealthPark, celebrating heart
health month; dance classes, exercise classes,
screenings, physicians panel, giveaways and
much more; Free to females from age 3 to adult;
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the HealthPark.
5TH ANNUAL MEN WHO COOK BENEFIT GALA Sample every entry and enjoy
complimentary spirits and refreshments. Live
music by Charlene Blay and the 2nd Edition;
$20 single or $35 couple; 7 – 11 p.m.; The Hines
Center; (270) 686-8401.
OWENSBORO SYMPHONY “JEANS ‘N CLASSICS” A new “Pops: event this year. “Jeans
‘n Classics” brings us the music of the 70’s Horn
Bands: Earth, Wind and Fire; Chicago; and Blood,
Sweat and Tears. The days of vinyl LP’s, long
hair and leisure suits will come alive as we enjoy
music you can sing along with. Wear your jeans
(or leisure suit), grow your hair long and relive the
70’s with Jeans ‘n Classics; 7:30 p.m.; RiverPark
Center, 101 Daviess St.; riverparkcenter.org.
CONCERT CURATORS Your ticket to a
musical evening for the whole family! What is
concert curators? A great childcare program
for Owensboro Symphony Orchestra Concert
patrons created by the Owensboro Museum
of Science and History. Sign up prior to each
concert by calling (270) 687-2732.
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FEBRUARY 27FREE 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.
FEBRUARY 28ARE YOU MY MOTHER? At long last, Baby Bird
emerges from her shell and expects to be greeted
by her mother’s song. But her mother is not
there. Where is she? Why isn’t she home? With
the help of Dog, Cat, and Hen, Baby Bird sets out
in search of Mother Bird in this colorful musical
adventure based on P.D. Eastman’s whimsical
and well-loved picture book; 9:15 a.m. & 11:30
a.m.; Grades K – 2; 55 min.; RiverPark Center, 101
Daviess St.; 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
NORTHWEST ALLIANCE MEETING 5:30 p.m.
APOLLO AREA ALLIANCE MEETING 6 p.m.
DUGAN BEST NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIANCE MEETING 6 p.m.
FEBRUARY 29FREE MOCHA MOUTH WEDNESDAY Open
mic night for singers, songwriters, poets, acoustic
or keyboard musicians will perform each
Wednesday night at The Creme. 6 - 8 p.m., 109 E.
2nd Street; 270-683-7787
MARCH 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.
MIDTOWN EAST NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIANCE MEETING 5 p.m.
SEVEN HILLS NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIANCE MEETING 7 p.m.
MARCH 2COUNTRY COMEDY TOUR CasioKid Matt
Mitchell, and MG Gaskin, will present two clean
Owensboro Symphony Orchestra and concert curators
make the perfect combimation!
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comedy shows. They two have appeared
on the Tonight Show seven times. VIP tables
available, cash bar, general admission; 6:30 p.m.
and 9 p.m.; RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess St.;
riverparkcenter.org.
AMERICAN JOURNEY: THE STORY OF SACAGAWEA AND THE LEWIS & CLARK EXPEDITION Be a member of the Corp of
Discovery and travel with the young Shoshone
girl, Sacagawea, and the Lewis and Clark
Expedition as they discover America. This story
will inspire and encourage your spirit of adventure
and ignite your passion for history while
introducing your students to Native American
culture, song, dance and language; 9:15 a.m. &
11:30 a.m.; Grades 2 -6; RiverPark Center, 101
Daviess St.; riverparkcenter.org.
PAJAMA SHOPPIN’ MAMAS Pre-Sale for
Volunteers and Consignors; See event description
on March 3.
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 - 10 p.m.; (270) 685-1255 or
ubouncepartyhouse.com
MARCH 3PAJAMA SHOPPIN’ MAMAS A consignment
sale, based out of Hancock County, Kentucky,
that serves all surrounding counties. Sales are
geared to help you find great deals for your little
ones, and make some money all at one place!
And you don’t have to be a parent to enjoy our
sale! We have household items, furniture, adult
clothing and MORE for you to browse and shop!
Clean out your closets, garages and attics and
earn 70% on everything you sell (Volunteer and
earn even more!). Simple instructions on how
to print tags from your home computer can be
found at www.pajamashoppinmamas.com.;
$1 adult admission, children FREE; cash, check
and Mastercard/Visa/Discover cards accepted;
Lewisport Community Center
15 Pell St., Lewisport; www.
pajamashoppinmamas.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.
MARCH 4PAJAMA SHOPPIN’ MAMAS Consignment
Sale See event description on March 3.
MARCH 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.
MARCH 6U-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
MARCH 7FREE MOCHA MOUTH WEDNESDAY Open
mic night for singers, songwriters, poets, acoustic
or keyboard musicians will perform each
Wednesday night at The Creme. 6 - 8 p.m., 109 E.
2nd Street; 270-683-7787
Have a local event for Owensboro
families? Send us your event
information including event
description, location, date, time and
price to [email protected]
or on www.owensboroparent.com.
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the secret garden
auditions
An audition for the Missoula
Children’s Theatre production of
THE SECRET GARDEN will be held on
Monday, February 13 at RiverPark Center
at 4:00p.m. There are roles for students
Kindergarten through 12th grade.
Approximately 50-60 local students
will be cast to appear in the show with
the MCT Tour Actor/Directors. Those
auditioning should arrive promptly at
4:00p.m. and plan to stay for the entire
two-hour session. There is no guarantee
that everyone who auditions will be cast
in the play. Some of the cast members
will be asked to stay for a rehearsal
immediately following the audition.
This is a group audition – no advance
preparation is necessary, but a smile never
hurts. Students should just be ready to
come and have a good time!
Among the roles to be cast are Mary
Lennox, Martha Sowerbury, Dickon
Sowerbury, Colin Braven, Archibald
Craven, Ayah/Bilge Rat/Captain,
Mrs. Medlock, Doctor Craven, Ben
Weatherstaff, Robin Redbreast, the Bugs
that Rock, the Canadian Geese, the
Moor Folk, the Fireflies and the Secret
Garden. Students, ages Kindergarten
through 12th grade, are encouraged to
audition. Assistant Directors will also be
cast to aid in rehearsals throughout the
week, and to take on essential backstage
responsibilities.
Rehearsals will be conducted every
day from approximately 4:00-8:30 p.m.
Although not all cast members will be
needed at every session, those auditioning
must have a clear schedule for the
entire week and, if selected, be able to
attend all rehearsals required for their
role. A detailed rehearsal schedule will
be distributed at the conclusion of the
audition. Cast members scheduled for the
full 4 1/2 hours of rehearsal will be asked
to bring a sack lunch, dinner or snack.
THE SECRET GARDEN will be
presented on Friday, February 17 at 12
noon for school groups. The students in
the cast will be called for a dress rehearsal
Friday morning. A public performance
will be presented Saturday, February 18 at
2:00 p.m. All those cast must be available
for all scheduled performances. Please
invite your family and friends. Tickets
are $10 for adults and $5 for students and
children.
The Missoula Children’s Theatre
is a non-profit organization based in
Missoula, Montana. Touring productions
are complete with costumes, scenery,
props and makeup. The residency in
Owensboro is made possible by RiverPark
Center with support from the Kentucky
Arts Council, the City of Owensboro,
Daviess County Fiscal Court and
Messenger-Inquirer.
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