What's Going on this Weekend? February 4th and 5th
Lots of great activities coming up this weekend! Try out some Superhero Yoga, a Princess Ball, an "I Have a Dream" Children's Ball, watch some hockey games, and check out some storytimes. You could also make a Valentine's Photo box, some silly putty or collect some Pokemon cards. Sky Zone is having a Superbowl Superbash or get your energy out at a Nerf War. Looks like a nice weekend ahead with highs in the 40s on Saturday and in the 50s on Sunday. Have a great one!
Saturday, February 4th
SALA Studio is having a Kid's Superhero Yoga event from 9am to 10am. Our FREE Superhero Yoga event is for children 3-7 years old (siblings are welcome). Dress them up as their fave superhero....it could me a storybook character or a real-life hero, such as police officer or fire fighter. Costumes are optional....please so not feel obligated to dress up your child! We just wanted to add a fun little twist to our Kid's Yoga series. 301 E Vine Street. More information here.
Louisville's Royal Princess Ball is from 9:45am to11:30am or from 4:30pm to 6:15pm at the Louisville Marriott East. An afternoon of magical fun for the whole family, brought to you by Dream Parties! You'll get an amazing opportunity to meet and greet your favorite Princesses!Dream Parties is bringing to you a one-of-a-kind event with stage performances, an etiquette lesson, singing, dancing, stories, craft tables, picture opportunities and more for an afternoon of magical entertainment. Your little one will get to participate in a rescue the Princess mission, story time sing along, learn some Princess manners and Ballroom dance moves, play games, make a wish upon some pixie dust and...Wait, let's keep it a surprise!Cinderella, Tower Princess, Beauty, Snow sisters, Mermaid princess, Sleeping Princess, Snow White, Arabian Princess, Pocahontas, Frog Princess and more can't wait to meet you! VIP guests get early entrance to the event with limited amount of guests and a very official Coronation Ceremony, where your child or children will get crowned up on stage with a tiara that's their's to keep! Infants under 12 months old do not require a ticket. VIP tickets $47 and general admission is $32. More information here.
The Hopewell Museum in Paris is having a Free Family Fun Hour WWI Poppy Craft from 2pm to 3pm. The workshop is led by Leeann Frank, Visual Arts teacher at Bourbon Central Elementary School. All children and families receive free admission and all supplies are included! 800 Pleasant Street, Paris. More information here.
Lyric Theater is having the 3rd Annual "I Have A Dream" Children's Ball from 7pm to 11pm. We will celebrate the youth of the community...Thomas Jarber will be our guest speaker..there will be dinner, music, and entertainment....this is a "Red Carpet Affair" for our youth...ages 7-17. Tickets $10 in advance and $20 at the door. More information here.
Barnes and Noble in Hamburg is having a Disney Reads Day event at 11am. Celebrate the Magic of Storytelling on Disney Reads Day! Join us as we read popular Disney stories and do fun activities to inspire kids' imaginations. Plus, giveaways including stickers, bookmarks and mini-posters (while supplies last). More information here.
Joseph Beth is having a Love Letter Extravaganza event at 11am. Everyone loves to get mail especially around Valentine's Day! Join us as we create fun letters you can mail to all your loved ones! More information here.
Ft. Boonesborough State Park is having a Fireside Chats Series- Join us for "A Taste of the Frontier", your evening meal, and then enjoy a first person historical character presentation. Taste of the Frontier served 5:30PM - 6:15PM, Fireside Chat at 6:45PM. The 18th Century Tavern blockhouse will also be open prior to the chats, until about 6:30PM. If you would like to browse the tavern, please make time to come a few minutes early. . Admission is $15 per person, $5 children under 12.Reservations required and there is limited seating. Call (859) 527-3131. More information here.
The Lexington Ice Center is having Hockey Day with games from 8:30am until nearly 8pm. Admission is free and event will also have raffle tickets and DJ/announcer. More information here.
Home Depot is having a Free Kid's Workshop making Valentines Photo Boxes. Join our hands-on workshop and you and your child can build a Valentine-themed photo box, perfect for keeping photos of loved ones front and center. Once the box is built, your child can decorate it with paint and The Home Depot stickers.All kids get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit, apron and pin. More information here.
Lower Howard's Creek Nature Preserve in Winchester is having a creek walk from 10am to 11am. Winter is a great time to explore Lower Howard’s Creek without its usual cover of vegetation blocking our views of its unique topography. It’s an opportunity to visit areas not usually seen in the other three seasons of the year, and heat is not an issue! All hikes will be at 10 a.m., at the main entrance on Athens-Boonesboro, unless otherwise noted.Dust off your hiking boots and come hike with Dr. Bill Crankshaw, 91 years young and the Preserves most active volunteer. Since this is a Kentucky State Nature Preserve, no dogs are allowed on the hikes. All children are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. The terrain at the Preserve is quite steep and rocky, so please wear appropriate shoes or boots. Group size is limited, and it is requested that you make reservations in advance. Since these hikes are contingent on decent weather, please call the Preserve office if there is a question about suitability of the weather. Phone number of the office is (859) 744-4888. More information here.
The Magical Toy Shop is having a Silly Putty workshop. Need a fun family activity this weekend? Come out to The Magical Toy Shoppe tomorrow for a free workshop for kids. Come by anytime and make some of your very own silly putty! More information here.
Toys R Us is having a Pokemon trade and collect event from 12pm to 2pm. Receive a free Cosmog foil card, Pokemon TCG Sun & Moon collector's album and enjoy a Pokemon coloring activity. More information here.
The Lexington Opera House is having a Chinese New Year Celebration from 4pm to 9pm. Holiday market with festival foods, crafts, traditional costumes, calligraphy, mini Chinese class, cultural displays and family activities. Performance featuring festival songs, colorful dances, Chinese music ensemble including Erhu, Hulusi, Yangqin, Bawu, Flute, Guzheng, plus acrobatics and other special presentations by invited performers..Limited seating available.Tickets are only $15 each, available at Rupp Arena box office. For tickets, you may call (859) 233-3535. More information here.
Lexington Dance Factory has a Mommy and Me class (ages walking to 2 years) from 9am to 9:30am. Free. More information here.
Other Storytimes:
Beaumont Branch: Family Storytime 11:00 AM (Families)
Central Library: Super Saturday 11:00 AM (Families)
Tates Creek Branch: Saturday Storytime 11:00 AM (Families)
Wild Figs Books and Coffee 10:00am
Sunday, February 5th
Urban Ninja Project is having Nerf Wars from 4pm to 7pm. Bring your family and join us for some fun and exciting Nerf battles Sunday Feb 5th from 4-7pm in our new facility. 3 Hours of battles in 12,000 sq. ft of Nerf Battle heaven. - Rival Nerf guns, ammo, and goggles provided- Ages 7+ - Mixed Kids & Adult Battles- Game Variations include Humans vs Zombies,Capture the Flag, and Team Deathmatch. $15 early bird registration | $25 at the door. More information and to register here.
Sky Zone is having a Superbowl Superbash event from 6pm to 11pm. Sky Zone Lexington is excited to partner with the Minnifield Foundation to bring you the Second Annual SuperBowl SuperBash! Party with the pros and get your jump on at the best party in Lexington! The Superbowl Superbash is a family friendly Superbowl party where every individual can enjoy themselves with food, football and lots of trampoline action! The Superbowl Superbash will be held at Sky Zone On February 5th from 6pm-10pm! Admission $20, VIP $30, Family of 4 for $70. More information and to buy tickets, go here.
Thompson Road Baptist Church is having a Super Bowl Party from 6pm to 11pm. TRBC will be showing Super Bowl 51 at the church on Sunday, February 5th. Game will be shown on a big screen (along with the commercials) and snacks will be provided.No matter who your team is, you know you'll be watching. Come watch it with us!Alternative activities available for children grades K-5 until 7:30pm. More information here.
Joseph Beth storytime at 1130pm
