Family Connections 
January E-Newsletter
The Pause program, an initiative of the Family and Children First Council, has created the Family Connections E-Newsletter as part of our commitment to resource families in Butler County.  While this newsletter includes Pause specific information, every family will find great opportunities to connect with each other and with other families in the community! All events are FREE unless noted otherwise!

  Upcoming Pause Events 
Pause is committed to assisting families of children with physical, mental, developmental, medical, behavioral or learning challenges, access to a broad range of support options by maximizing the use of community resources and family support networks. On the current menu of options, Pause provides: respite, free family fun events, caregiver networking/resourcing and community service events to help families with tangible needs.  

For more information or to enroll, visit our website at: http://www.butlerfcfc.org/page/pause-home
February Pause Parent's Night Out Event!

This FREE program is designed to provide a fun, safe environment for children so that you can get a break to recharge your battery!
Your child will be paired with a buddy whose main goal will be to spend quality time havIng fun and caring for them. We will have dinner, snacks, do craft projects, play games and more! 


When & Where:

Thursday Feb. 9, 5:30-8:30 pm 
The Charleston Club
7786 Service Center Dr., West Chester
Ages 9 yrs. to 15 yrs. 

Friday Feb. 17, 5:30-8:30 pm 
Center Pointe Christian Church 
5962 Hamilton Mason Rd.,Liberty Twp,
Ages 3mo to 12 yrs.

Friday Feb. 24, 5:30-8:30 pm 
Hamilton Church of God 
1760 Millville Ave., Hamilton 
Ages 5 yrs. to 15 yrs 

To register for this event or for more information, please visit our website at Pause Family Page  or contact us at [email protected]

 
 


 Library Sponsored Activities - Open to ALL Families!
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Low Cost & Free Activities - Open to ALL Families!

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CURRENT EVENTS 
 
February (every Friday): Fitton Family Friday
Fitton Family Fridays are geared toward children and families of all ages. Enjoy everything from plays by local children's theater groups to interactive concerts and national comedy acts. A free reception of kid-friendly drinks and appetizers is served prior to each show.

Described as "Hilarious, poignant, and physically dazzling", this one-man variety show serves up a delightful entertainment feast. Post serves as his own witty master of ceremonies as his meticulously crafted sketches fill the stage with bumblers, dreamers, and cartoonish heroes of every stripe. You'll roar with laughter and smile in amazement. 

The Bard's ageless tragic love story comes to life - and death - onstage with the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company. Not only one of the most popular plays in theatrical history, Romeo and Juliet is widely regarded as possessing among the most beautiful dialogue ever written. The free opening reception for the exhibition Wherefore Art will immediately follow the performance in our galleries.


February 8- April: Winter Farmer's Market
Still hoping to find your favorite coffees, breads, meats, produce and treats during the winter months? The Village Green Farmers Market, presented by the City of Fairfield and Fairfield Parks and Recreation, is moving next door for the winter. Stop by the Fairfield Community Arts Center veranda on the second Wednesday each month from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

February 11, 6:30pm-8:30pm: Owl Hoot
Whoooo is out there? Take an interactive night hike searching for nocturnal animals and call for owls! This exciting night hike will be filled with activities along the way.

February 11, 12:00pm-5:00pm: Love is in the Air
Love is in the Air in Hamilton! Over 20 vendors and crafters will help you find a great Valentine's gift for that special someone. Minnie Mouse will be in attendance from 12-4PM for photo fun. There will be a raffle drawing for a chance to win some fabulous prizes. Admission and parking are both free, and this event is appropriate for all ages.

February 18, 8:00pm-5:00pm: Macy's Art Sampler Weekend- Pyramid Hill
Take this great opportunity to visit Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum with no admission cost! Located on over 300 acres just south of Hamilton, Pyramid Hill offers over 60 sculpture in natural outdoor settings as well as hiking trails. The Ancient Sculpture Museum houses Greek, Roman, Etruscan and Egyptian pieces. The Ancient Sculpture Museum is open from 12:00P.M. - 5:00P.M.

February 18, 10:30am-12:00pm: Let's Go Hiking
Let's Go Hiking! Join other hikers each month for a speaker and a guided hike through a Harbin park! Registration required. 

February 25, 8pm: WintersEdge
The Fitton Center is excited to continue its partnership with RiversEdge as the concert series' winter home this season, bringing local rock, pop, country and blues bands into the Fitton! This year, all of the WintersEdge shows will be FREE and open to all ages (anyone wishing to purchase alcohol will be ID checked). All bands are chosen in collaboration with the RiversEdge committee. This season the focus will be on presenting energetic local acts from the greater Hamilton and Cincinnati area.
Event will be held in the ballroom. 

February 28, 7 pm- Music Caf� 
Attracting regular patrons every month, Music Caf� is free to the public and is truly a wonderful experience offering aspiring musicians the opportunity to perform in front of a live audience. With participants from all over Southwestern Ohio, it has proven to be one of the Fitton Center's most popular series. Performances are the 4th Tuesday of each month in the Carruthers Signature Ballroom.


To check out more family activities in Butler County, go to Butler County Events
Support Group Access - Resource for ALL Families!
  • Visit www.redtreehouse.org
  • Right hand box -- click ButlerCo.
  • Select -- emotional support
  • Scroll to the bottom, click "view more"
  • Click "filter by category" 
  • Click "month - February" 

 
CONTACT US
Lisa McCoon 
Butler County Family & Children First Council
Pause Program Director


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