Eight-year-old Stephanie Denges learned Saturday “that you need to be careful when you ride around” on a bike.

Kamilah Williams, 4, of Westwood tries on a free bike helmet with the help of her mother, Karen Jefferson. (Mike Simons photo) | ZOOM |

        The Anderson Township girl enjoyed an afternoon at Cincinnati Museum Center with her grandparents learning about ways to keep safe during “Super Safety Saturday.” About 7,000 people visited the Museum Center for first-hand instructions on activities such as bike riding, swimming and taking care of pets.

        American Red Cross Cincinnati Area Chapter, which sponsored and organized the safety day for the seventh year, gave away 1,000 free bike helmets.

        With more than 20 information exhibits, booths and games teaching safety, Stephanie's grandfather, Jim Deng es, 71, said, “something here has to rub off on the kids.”

        Among the topics discussed, Karthik Balasubramanian, 16, of Blue Ash, volunteered to teach about the epidemic of measles overseas. More than a million children worldwide die of measles each year, he said.

        “I just want to get as many people aware of the problem as possible,” he said. “We can tell people how to get involved and help. This is a disaster of large proportions.”

        Jennifer Snedigar, an organizer, said safety day “is a chance for Red Cross to show public what they do.” The biggest draw, she said, is the helmet giveaway.

        Kyle Carlson, 6 of Milford, received one of those free helmets.

        While taking a rest during the busy afternoon, he said, “you have to wear a helmet to be safe.”

        His dad, Bob, said his family learned some useful safety tips while having fun. “This shows him how to be safe riding his bike, and with all sports and activities,” he said.

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