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departments 10 BROWARD & BEYOND News about the people, places and events in our community.

38 SPECIAL NEEDS The debut of our new column for children with disabilities shines the spotlight on inclusive entertainment.

40 FAMILY HEALTH During Breast Cancer Awareness month, we check out high-tech breast tests that could save your life.

44 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Entertaining and noteworthy things to see and do in every corner of Broward County.

46 WORDS OF WISDOM A Halloween haunted by the scary side of “trick or treat.”

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COMBATTING THE CYBERBULLY Strategies to protect your kids from bullying’s technological evil twin.

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HALLOWEEN HANDBOOK From protecting your trick-or-treaters to protecting their teeth, dig into our goodie bag full of tips and tricks for a Happy Halloween.

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HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS We’ve scared up a list of spooky and not-so-spooky events for families throughout the county this month.

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reepy-crawlies make for interesting, icky specimens in “Attack of the Bloodsuckers!” — a new exhibit perfectly named for Halloween season at the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale. It’s accompanied by another new critterconscious exhibit, Turtle Travels. Biological wonders of the little beasties that bite us — mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, leeches and other parasites — are explored through encounters with live species and handson activities in the kid-friendly exhibit. It’s an interactive experience that lets visitors closely observe a variety of blood-feeding parasites and learn why they are important to the ecosystem — and how to keep them out of our systems. The exhibit will allow visitors to: • Look a real leech in the mouth • Test their bug-appealing foot odor • Spin their way through a mosquito’s life cycle • Receive a big hug from a giant, inflating tick • Get itchy and knotty with a life-size game of “Twitcher” Visitors may not want to make friends with these critters, but they may have more respect for them after experiencing this unusual exhibit. More friendly creatures, however, are the subject of MODS’ other new exhibit, “Turtle Travels,” which is a complement to the museum’s many turtle inhabitants and sea turtle release program. The hands-on exhibit allows visitors of all ages to discover what it’s like to be a turtle — how turtle bodies adapt themselves to many different habitats, why turtles need shells, the kinds of hazards they encounter in the wild and why turtles have been important to many different cultures. The interactive stations allow visitors to try on shells, migrate on a gigantic board game, experience “turtle vision,” design a turtle-friendly housing development and

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more. The conservation research featured in the exhibit is focused on sea turtles on South Florida beaches, and helps to save the endangered creatures not only here but around the world. Both exhibits are free with admission to the museum, at 401 SW Second St. For more information, call 954-467-MODS or visit www.mods.org

Flight and aviation, already lofty subjects at MODS, are being taken to new heights with the opening this month of The Leighton Family Hangar, an innovative, aviationthemed, high-tech makerspace that turns the popular To Fly Aviation Exhibit Hall into the museum’s largest area. The only one of its kind in Broward County, The Hangar encourages visitors to roll up their sleeves and tinker. A fusion of science lab, engineering and

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innovation workshops, and art room, it’s designed to accommodate various collaborative activities, from robotics and electronics to sewing and 3D printing. Among several other new To Fly exhibits is Inspiration Takes Flight, a 7D-film that combines 3D imagery with water sprays, bubbles, mist and a motion-effect simulator. Included with museum admission, The Hangar officially opens Oct. 4 with a ribbon-cutting at 10:30 a.m.

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Water parks go to the dogs The dog-day afternoons of a long, hot South Florida summer are finally gone — and wild, wet weekends in pooch paradise are coming up for water-loving pets, as two Broward parks hold their annual doggy splashtaculars this month. Splash Adventure Water Park’s Barktoberfest is Oct. 5-6 at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach. It features a full day of canine splash sessions, but there are plenty of activities for visitors of the twolegged variety, too — kiddie bounce houses and face-painting, a dog costume contest, Doggie Market Place and pet adoptions with local rescue and nonprofit groups. Admission is free, except for the $1.50 per person park gate fee (children 5 and under free), but 50-minute splash sessions cost $6.50 each ($5 for those with a current Woofing Waters dog park pass). Dogs of any size can swim from 9am-5pm., but the 8-8:50am session is reserved for dogs 25 pounds or less. All ages and dog breeds must be sociable and well-behaved, with proof of current rabies vaccination and a county license tag. The park is at 401 S. Powerline Road. For more information, call 954-357-5100 or visit www.Broward.org/Parks Castaway Island’s K9 Water Festivals are Oct. 12-13 and Oct. 19-20 at T.Y. Park in Hollywood. Splash sessions last for 50 minutes and begin on the hour from 9am-5pm. Dogs are limited to two sessions each. Each session costs $5 per dog in addition to the $1.50/person park entrance fee (children 5 and under free). All dogs can splash together, but there is a separate area designated for pooches 25 pounds and under. Lifeguards are the only non-canines allowed in the water playgrounds, where all dogs must be well-behaved and off-leash. They also must be at least 4 months old and have proof of rabies vaccination and county license tags. The park is at 3300 N. Park Road. For more information, call 954-357-8811, ext. 0, or visit www.Broward.org/Parks

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In South Florida, where the advent of autumn isn’t trumpeted by a big change in the weather (unless you count the conclusion of hurricane season), there is one seasonal ritual that says “fall” as well as any other: Broward County’s Parks’ Family Hayrides and Campfires. Beginning Fridays and Saturdays this month, families can spend a weekend evening enjoying a bit of nature and some old-fashioned fun on a hayride through one of four parks. The fun doesn’t stop when the ride does, though, as everyone gathers around a campfire to warm things up — including marshmallows for making s’mores. The events cost are $3.50/person, which includes one hayride and a bag of s’mores fixings. Preregistration and prepayment are required by calling or visiting the park of your choice. The regular weekend gate fee of $1.50/person (children 5 and under free) will be in effect at Markham Park.

EASTERLIN PARK Fridays, Oct. 11, 6:30-9pm, and Dec. 6, 7-9:30pm 1000 NW 38 St., Oakland Park 954-357-5190 MARKHAM PARK Saturdays, Oct. 26, Nov. 30, Dec. 28, 6:30-9pm 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise 954-357-8868 QUIET WATERS PARK Fridays, Oct. 18, Nov. 15, Dec. 13, 6:30-9pm 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach 954-357-5100 T.Y. PARK Fridays, Oct. 25, Nov. 29, Dec. 20, 6-9pm 3300 N. Park Rd., Hollywood 954-357-8811

THE JUNGLE BOOK SAT, OCT 5, 2019 2:00 PM | $15 From the creators of “Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea”, which the New York Times called “Jaw-Dropping”, comes the new theatrical adaptation of the works of Rudyard Kipling. Re-imagine this classic story through modern eyes. Immersive sound and multimedia will transport you to the urban jungle to relive Mowgli’s childhood in the jungles of India. With Baloo the bear, Bagheera the panther, and more, Jungle Book brings beloved characters to life in a way you’ve never seen before!

BLACK ANGELS OVER TUSKEGEE SAT, NOV 9, 2019 2:00 PM | $20—$45 Winner of the NAACP Award for “Best Ensemble,” Black Angels Over Tuskegee, written by Layon Gray, is a true story of the Tuskegee Airmen. Black Angels Over Tuskegee is a powerful and moving offBroadway play about real life World War II heroes and the prejudice they endured.

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COMBATTING THE

CYBER– BULLY BY SANDI SCHWARTZ

ne of the biggest challenges parents currently face is how to manage our children’s access to technology. When they are young, we worry about them spending too much time staring at screens and not getting outside to play. As they get older, they start asking for their own cell phone, and then the world (the good, the bad and the ugly) is available right in the palm of their hand. Sadly, the rise in popularity of the internet, smartphones and text messaging has led to a major bullying problem online — cyberbullying. THE SCARY STATISTICS Nearly 43 percent of kids have been bullied online, according to PACER. This is the organization behind National Bullying Prevention Month, which is held every October to unite communities nationwide to inspire, educate and raise awareness about bullying prevention. Cyberbullying is now the most prevalent type of bullying, and 25 percent of kids who have been bullied say they have experienced it more than once.

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Cyberbullying typically involves using technology to spread rumors about or write hurtful comments to another person. Technology has made bullying much easier because it has removed the traditional barriers of time and space between bullies and their victims. They can interact in real-time at any moment during or after school. The technology to hurt someone is available 24/7. Cyberbullying most commonly occurs via social media (Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter), text messages, instant messages (Facebook Messenger) and email. Why are kids being bullied? According to TeenSafe data: • 72 percent of children are cyberbullied because of their looks. • 26 percent of victims are chosen due to their race or religion. • 22 percent of harassed children feel that their sexuality was the cause of the bullying. continued on page 16

Anti-bullying Apps Every Family Should Have BY TANNI HAAS Bullying happens to kids more often than most parents realize. Here are five anti-bullying apps that help parents and kids deal with this growing problem. They’re some of the best ones available, and they’re all free to download from the Apple App Store and Google Play.

KnowBullying. The most important first step in any anti-bullying effort is to talk to your kids about what bullying is and how to prevent it. KnowBullying, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is an award-winning app that explains the warning signs of bullying, offers advice on how to talk to your kids about it, and includes important strategies for preventing bullying for kids in different age groups (3-6, 7-12, and older.)

ReThink - Stop Cyberbullying. Despite parents’ best efforts, kids often don’t realize when they’re about to bully someone. This is especially true with online messages. One way to ensure that potentially hurtful messages aren’t sent is to download Rethink – Stop Cyberbullying, which was developed by a 13-year old girl who wanted to help fight the problem. When it detects hurtful language, this app issues alerts such as: “Would you like to re-word this? Remember, you are what you type!” This approach has been shown to stop kids before they sent hurtful messages.

Take a Stand Together. When bullying does happen, how should kids respond? Take a Stand Together offers lots of helpful advice for dealing with different types of bullying. The app has interactive scenarios that make kids think about what they’d do if they were being bullied or witnessed others being bullied.

Bully Button. Sometimes, it’s not possible for kids to deal with bullying on their own. They might need to tell their parents about it and ask for help. A great bullying-alert app is Bully Button. This app lets kids surreptitiously record the bullying and quickly and effectively alert their parents. It shows kids’ exact locations and makes it easy for parents to offer advice on what to do in real-time.

Speak Up! For Someone. An essential lesson you can teach your kids is that bullying can happen to anyone and, if they witness it, they need to speak up rather than stay quiet. Speak Up! For Someone is just the right app for that. It lets kids record bullying that they witness and report it anonymously and securely to school officials.

tricky, but it is now a huge part of parenthood. Just as we teach our children Other reasons include weak athletic how to cross the street and not talk to ability, intelligence level, strong artistic strangers, it is imperative that we help skills, strong morals, refusal to join keep them safe online as well. There are the crowd or having a small build several ways that you can keep tabs on your (i.e., too short or too thin). children’s online activity and help prevent or manage cyberbullying. HOW CYBERBULLYING CAUSES STRESS AND ANXIETY Use Parental Controls: Digital parental Like any traumatic event, cyberbullying controls are tools and software used can cause immediate and lingering stress to block inappropriate and anxiety for the victims. They websites, impose screen often are left feeling lonely, time limits and prevent isolated, vulnerable, depressed strangers from coming Just as we and anxious. The top four into contact with anxiety disorders that victims your children online. teach our children of bullying can experience Installing the parental how to cross the street include post-traumatic-stress control app on your and not talk to strangers, disorder, generalized-anxiety child’s device will it is imperative that we disorder, panic attacks and allow you to monitor help keep them safe social-anxiety disorder. their activities Recent studies show a clear and control what online as well. link between bullying and they are exposed to. anxiety. In 2013, researchers You will also be able at Duke University found that to view their messages, both bullies and people who are contacts, internet bullied have an increased risk browsing history and emails. of depression; panic disorder; and There are many parental control behavioral, educational and emotional programs available, including free options problems. Next, a 2014 study found that to get started with. Of course, each offers victims of frequent bullying had higher different tools and levels of control to rates of depression, anxiety disorders and consider. For example, restrictions for suicidal feelings nearly four decades after a child in elementary school may not be a bullying incident. appropriate for a high school student. It is important to keep an eye out for You don’t have to secretly monitor your warning signs that your children are being child’s online behavior. In fact, experts cyberbullied, such as these highlighted believe that you will have more success by stopbullying.gov: if you talk to your children about proper • Noticeable increase or decrease digital etiquette and cyberbullying so that in device use, including texting. they will be comfortable to open up to you • They show strong emotional if they witness or are involved in a bullying responses, like anger, to what is situation. Also, be aware that while parental happening on their device. controls do not necessarily decrease the • They hide their device from you risk of cyberbullying, they can serve as a and won’t tell you what they are helpful data collection tool in case an doing on it. issue does occur. • Social media accounts are shut Set Limits: We need to work together down or new ones appear. with our kids to figure out how best to • They avoid social situations. manage screen time. Establish boundaries • They become withdrawn or and limitations about appropriate digital depressed, or lose interest in friends, behavior, content and apps. If you see a family and activities. message that looks inappropriate, speak • Difficulty sleeping. to them about it immediately. If you read • Physical complaints like headaches, about a dangerous game, talk to your nervousness and stomach aches. kids about why you do not want them • They no longer want to go to school. playing it. Let them know that you are not trying to invade their privacy, WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR KIDS but that you love them, are on their Maneuvering through the world of side and just want to keep them safe. ever-changing technology can be quite continued from page 14

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Educate Them: Our children need our guidance. According to a recent survey, 24 percent of kids and teens report that they do not know what they would do if they were harassed online and 39 percent do not enable their privacy settings on social media. Educate your kids about online dangers, including cyberbullying. Explain to them that the “friends” they meet online may not always be who they say they are. They should be careful about the type of information they share with others. Teach them how to block accounts and set up security features in various programs. Overall, we need to guide them so they can make responsible decisions about technology on their own, and to speak up when a situation feels uncomfortable. Encourage Them to Take a Stand Against Bullies: The actions of peers are more likely to stop a bully than anything else. Help your children understand that reporting a cyberbullying incident is not tattling. Most social media platforms and schools have clear policies and reporting procedures. If a classmate is cyberbullying someone, help your child report the situation to the school. If a child has received physical threats, or if a potential crime or illegal behavior is occurring, report it to the police. Let’s give our children the power to stand up and speak out against bullying. By raising confident, emotionally intelligent, kind children, we are giving them the tools to recognize when a situation just doesn’t feel right. And remember to always love and support them through these challenges.

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Halloween Handbook Ask anyone what’s their favorite holiday and

more and more of them — especially kids but parents, too — will say “Halloween!”

That’s because it’s America’s fastest-growing holiday, booming by about 60 percent over the last 10 years. (Christmas only grew about 14 percent.) Last year 175 million Americans celebrated Halloween and spent $9 billion, according to the National Retail Federation. Those who spent on everything from candy to costumes did so at a record-setting average of $86.79 each — pretty good considering Halloween is not even an official U.S. holiday! But don’t be scared by this monster of a celebration. We’ve got you covered with a goodie bag of tips and tricks to make it a real Happy Halloween — including how to protect your trick-or-treaters (and their teeth!), how to help them through their nightmares, and where to find not-so-scary community events.

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t’s no wonder Halloween is among the most eagerly anticipated family holidays. What youngster doesn’t love dressing as a superhero while visiting vibrantly decorated places filled with happy people who are giving

out free candy? Who can resist a parade of adorable trick-or-treaters? However, even the most fun-loving parent can’t help but cringe when kids dump all of their collected candy onto the living room floor. Although there have been numerous scientific studies that claim that children’s behavior is not affected by excess sugar, anyone who has witnessed a roomful of kids jazzed up on sweets would certainly disagree. No one can argue that candy is nutritionally void and full of sugar that can contribute to obesity and tooth decay. According to the U.S.D.A. Agricultural Research Service, some kids already consume an average of 21 teaspoons of sugar a day. Fortunately, there are many steps parents can take to keep harmful amounts of sugar from overshadowing the Halloween fun. FOCUS ON FUN AND HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES: Caregivers should make a conscious and yearly effort to create alternative Halloween traditions that focus on the activity, not on the treats, says Susan Nitzke, PhD, a professor of nutritional sciences. “Children caught up in the excitement of other Halloween activities are less likely to be focused on the candy,” she says. Suggestions for fun activities include hosting your own Halloween costume or craft party; coordinating a scavenger hunt (with toys, not • Immediately recycle it. Have kids quickly pick out their favorite few handfuls of candy. candy, for prizes); participating in Send items still tightly packaged and candy-free carnivals offered by many sealed right back out the door to the communities; or spinning spooky next batch of trick-or-treaters. tunes in the front yard to entertain • Package up candy (along with other trick-or-treaters. food items) and create a care package

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for soldiers that weren’t able to celebrate a traditional Halloween this year. • Save many varieties of candy for a Thanksgiving day piñata. • Save hard candy for Christmas gingerbread houses, wreaths and ornaments. • Save a few handfuls of candy for a scavenger hunt on a school holiday.

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A recent Halloween study found that many children were just as likely to choose toys as candy when given both options, so don’t sweat offering alternatives. Non-food Halloween items like pencils, stickers, and temporary tattoos are great choices. You can also offer healthy

best choice for “oral clearance,” or spending the shortest time on teeth. If fat and calories are a concern, some popular candies are better choices than others. Licorice only contains 30 calories and Hershey’s Kisses only have 25. Some chocolate candies like

Peppermint Patties, Junior Mints and Three Musketeers are food alternatives like individual packages of graham significantly lower in fat than other choices. Read labels and crackers, mini-boxes of raisins or sugar-free gum. consider snack-sized varieties. LIMIT THE DAMAGE: No matter how PURGE THE EXCESS: Once you’ve convinced your child to conscious you are about how you spend give up the extra candy, put it out of reach so that it’s no longer Halloween, it’s inevitable that your child will a temptation. Freeze some chocolate bars to melt for s’mores, be exposed to at least some candy. You’ll just brownies or fondue. Consider cutting up the rest to use as need a plan to dispose of any excess. chocolate chips for baked goods intended for military personnel, Some parents have success with teachers or anyone special to your heart. Packaging up homemade allowing a few small pieces per day until goodies for the school crossing guard, for instance, will place the most of the candy (or the interest) is focus on serving others instead of on eating candy. gone. You can also offer to trade most USE HALLOWEEN TO STRESS SMART CHOICES: Halloween of the candy for a bigger, more desirable is a great time to talk to children about the importance of making prize like a coveted game or toy. Even good nutritional choices, but you may not want to portray that offering $5 for all but a few handfuls of message as one of overwhelming sacrifice. Once you’ve come candy is cheaper than filling a cavity and up with a workable game plan that allows everyone a little less painful than a toothache. indulgence, explain the limits — but don’t dwell on them. Dentists say that letting children eat candy “If you get too restrictive, they tend to hide food or snack after a meal will allow their body to produce more saliva secretly,” reassures dietician Linda Davenport. “Most of the to help neutralize acids that can attach to tiny teeth. Halloween feeding frenzy is in the first few days and The worst time for candy eating is right before then it will settle down.” bed. Have kids rinse out their mouths “Gathering and eating Halloween and brush thoroughly after a candy can be a lot of fun for kids and candy feast, no matter what caregivers alike,” says dental director time of day. A. Riley Cutler. “You can’t raise a child What do dentists consider and take away everything that is fun. the worst candies for teeth? The key is moderation.” Anything that sticks to the TINY BOTTLES OF BUBBLES. They are teeth and stays there — like sold by the case at the dollar store. Dots, gummy bears, suckers KID-SIZED WATER BOTTLES. Trick-or-treaters and hard candies. Because it get thirsty and the water will help to keep sugar from sticking to their teeth. melts quickly, chocolate is the

Candy Alternatives for Trick-or-treaters

TAILGATING-TYPE TREATS. My neighbor’s front yard is the most popular trick-or-treating destination in our neighborhood — and she doesn’t serve candy. She grills and hands out bulk hot dogs. All of the neighbors stop by to grab a snack and visit. The children play and we all take a break from trick-or-treating. GLOW-IN-THE-DARK BRACELETS. These are popular with kids and make them more visible at night.

Bad Dreams are not all bad By SANDI SCHWARTZ

t’s the middle of the night and you’re in a deep that they’re OK. When they’re upset, go to their bedroom and sleep. You hear a cry of “Mommy!” You wake up give them physical contact like a hug or back rub until they and realize your child is frightened and needs you. calm down. Ask them to talk about the nightmare, but don’t You stumble into her room in a daze, faced with the push too hard if they don’t want to discuss it. Console them challenge of comforting your little one after she’s verbally by saying: “I understand your dream must have had a nightmare. been scary, but it was not real. Mommy sometimes has Given this middle-of-the-night drama, it may be bad dreams, too. You’re OK. I am here to comfort you. surprising to learn that nightmares in childhood are I love you and you are fine.” actually normal and play a positive role in kids’ emotional TALKING ABOUT IT HELPS growth and coping skills. About half of all young children If they want to check under the bed or in the closet for experience nightmares, especially 2- to 6-year-olds. Children monsters, go along with this exercise. Once they have calmed are particularly prone at this age because this is when they’re down, tuck them in with their favorite blanket or stuffed developing fears and imagination, and trying animal and reassure them that you will be nearby if to learn the difference between fantasy and they need you again. If they argue with you about “I understand your reality. Nightmares tend to peak by 10 years going back to sleep, explain that they need to dream must have been of age, after which they usually decrease. get their rest so they can enjoy the next day.

WHY NIGHTMARES HAPPEN

{ } scary, but it was not real. Mommy sometimes has bad dreams, too.”

Children’s nightmares stem from many different types of experiences that cause emotional responses, such as hearing a scary story, watching a frightening movie, worrying about school, struggling socially, or reacting to a family change or crisis like a new sibling or divorce. Facing new milestones — potty training, moving out of a crib, learning to ride a bike — can also cause bad dreams. Eating too close to bedtime, some medications and sleep problems can also lead to nightmares. What is also interesting is that experts have found that fear is not the only emotion that can trigger nightmares; confusion, guilt, disgust and sadness are also culprits. Nightmares typically happen in the second half of the night during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. Because of this timing, children usually can remember their dreams when they wake up. As a reaction to stress, nightmares help our children work through their emotions or traumatic events. They consolidate bad feelings into a concrete memory that can be more easily processed, filed away and forgotten. Michael Nadorff, assistant professor of psychology and sleep behavior medicine specialist, equates nightmares to having our own exposure therapy to review and confront experiences so we can overcome our fears about them.

A PEEK INTO KIDS' DEEPEST CONCERNS In addition, when our children have bad dreams, we can gain insight into their deepest thoughts and concerns. Rosalind Cartwright, PhD, professor emeritus of psychology, explains that nightmares are like having an internal therapist, helping surface one’s deep-rooted emotions and fears. It’s almost like revealing a secret emotional code that we may not be privy to during the day. By connecting with our children after a nightmare, we can help them work through their issues so that they feel better. Comforting our children in the moment is important so they can express how nightmares make them feel and realize

Provide an example of something fun for them to look forward to. You can continue to address the nightmare the next day by encouraging them to express themselves. Consider getting creative like drawing or painting pictures, journaling, reading stories and discussing them, or acting them out with puppets. Look for patterns in the themes of their nightmares to try to understand what the cause of stress may be. The most important thing is to encourage your children to talk it out so that they address what’s bothering them while they’re awake.

WHEN NIGHTMARES BECOME A PROBLEM There are nightmares, and then there are chronic night terrors and nightmare disorder. Here are some signs to look out for to make sure your kids aren’t experiencing something more serious: •Are the nightmares significantly interfering with sleep? • Are your kids avoiding bedtime because they are so worried that they will have a nightmare? • Are the nightmares getting worse and occurring more frequently? • Are they impacting your child’s school day and interaction with family and friends? • Are they repeatedly waking up with detailed recollection of long, scary dreams that involve threats to their survival, security and physical well-being? If you notice these issues persisting, then it’s important to speak to your pediatrician about what is going on. It may be time to explore treatment options like therapy to address stress and anxiety, or a sleep study for a more detailed evaluation.

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or decades, parents have heeded warnings of the dangers of trick-or-treating. Wives tales and gross

exaggerations about apples containing razor blades and

• Make sure costumes, masks

and shoes fit well. Costumes shouldn’t drag on the

poison-filled candy worry countless parents every Halloween.

ground, posing a tripping

While parents should always remain vigilant, experts have

hazard. Avoid high heels.

debunked these mistaken notions and hoaxes.

STRANGER AND ACQUAINTANCE DANGERS However, one risk to children on Halloween, or any time of year, is child predators — though studies have shown the

incidence doesn’t increase on Halloween. Still, parents should take precautions and educate their kids before they head out without adult supervision. To keep your kids safe from stranger and acquaintance dangers on Halloween: • Young children should be attended by an adult when trick-or-treating. • Older kids should trick-or-treat with a friend or preferably in a group. • Tell your kids not to step inside the homes or cars of strangers or even acquaintances you don’t approve of. Also, tell them what to say if they’re invited in, so they’re prepared. Your child can be direct and simply say, “My parents told me I have to wait outside.” • Give your kids a curfew so you know what time to expect them home. • Know what route they plan to take. Make sure

• Avoid masks. Instead use makeup and well-fitting

hats or wigs so vision isn’t obstructed.

• Try to find flame-resistant costumes, and make sure kids

keep their distance from candlelit pumpkins and luminaries. • If walking on roads, walk facing the oncoming traffic. Where possible, stay off the road completely. • When crossing streets, use crosswalks if possible, and look both ways twice. If at a stop sign or light, make sure traffic comes to a complete halt before crossing. • Don’t cross the street between parked cars or where drivers’ views might be obstructed.

• Carry a flashlight so cars and bicycles can easily spot you. Also, wear something reflective or add reflective tape to costumes and bags. Wearing a glow stick is another option. • Make sure props such as swords and knives are short, soft and flexible to avoid injury to your kids or others. • Don’t wear colored contact lenses unless they’re prescribed for the child wearing them. If they’re non-prescription lenses solely to change eye color, they can cause severe eye damage.

it’s in safe neighborhoods and they won’t have to walk through secluded areas to get there. • Only go to houses with porch lights on. • Have kids carry a cell phone, and make sure they know how to use it to dial 9-1-1. • Add a tracking app to their phone, such as Family Tracker, Glympse, Footprints, FamilySignal, or Life360.

TRAFFIC AND COSTUME DANGERS Most risks to your child on Halloween are safety issues

SAFETY TIPS FOR VISITING TRICK-OR-TREATERS • Keep cords and tripping hazards out of your driveway and walkway. • Use glow sticks or solar lights in pumpkins and luminaries rather than candles. • Pass out sealed candy. Otherwise, many parents won’t allow their child to eat it.

involving traffic and costumes. Have your kids follow

• Keep pets away from trick-or-treaters.

these Halloween safety tips for a fun-filled

Costumes and excited children can scare

evening without incident:

pets and lead to unexpected behavior.

g n i l w ho HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS Compiled by Shannon Pease-Severance

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COOPER CITY

Dark & Spooky Forest Stroll

Trick-or-Treat Shop-to-Shop

Friday, October 4 Take a nighttime stroll through the lush landscape. 7:30-8:30pm, Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Rd. S., 954-357-5198 www.broward.org/parks

Saturday, October 26 In a safe alternative to trick-or-treating, little ghouls and goblins can gather goodies from shop to shop and compete in a community-wide costume contest split into age brackets, from infants through middle school. 10am-noon, Countryside Shops, 5524 S. Flamingo Rd., 954-434-4300 www.coopercityfl.org

Ghosts and Goblins Family Fun Night Friday, October 25 Have some Halloween fun with a costume parade, games, prizes, arts and crafts and more. Ages 2-11. 6-8pm, Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Rd. S., 954-357-5198 www.broward.org/parks

Monster Mash Friday, October 25 Celebrate Halloween a little early at this annual indoor event featuring trick-or-treating, a costume contest, arts & crafts and other activities followed by a movie in the park. Registration required. $2/resident, $5/non-resident. 6:30-8:30pm, Community Center, 1100 Lyons Rd., 954-545-6601 www.coconutcreek.net

Halloween at Promenade at Coconut Creek Thursday, October 31 Come in costume for trick-or-treating, photo opportunities, superhero appearances and more. 4-6pm, Promenade at Coconut Creek, 4443 Lyons Rd., www.promenadeatcoconutcreek.com

CORAL SPRINGS Create Your Own Monster Wednesday, October 23 Meet up with other teens and learn how to draw creepy characters during this cartooning workshop for grades 6-12. 2:45-3:45pm, Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Dr., 954-357-7990 www.broward.org/library

Haunted House Friday-Saturday, October 25-26 Come in costume for a haunted house, slides, candy and bounce houses. Elementary ages. $5/ child, $2/adult. Friday, 5-7:30pm; Saturday, 2-7pm. Coral Springs Gymnasium, 2501 Coral Springs Dr., 954-345-2200 www.coralsprings.org

DANIA BEACH A Creatureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trick-or-Treat Sunday, October 27 Trick-or-treating for ages 2 and up. $5/person. 6-8pm, Secret Woods Nature Center, 2701 W. State Rd. 84, 954-357-8884 www.broward.org/parks

Toddler Halloween Spooktacular Thursday, October 31 Little ones can dress up for a morning filled with playtime, crafts, music and dance. Ages 3 and under. $10/resident, $15/non-resident. 10-11:30am, Coconut Creek Recreation Complex, 4455 Sol Press Blvd., www.coconutcreek.net

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harvest market, and more. Hayrides available on weekends. Flamingo Road Nursery, 1655 Flamingo Rd., 954-476-7878 www.FlamingoRoadNursery.com

Harvest Festival Saturdays-Sundays, October 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27 Celebrate the season with free hayrides, live entertainment, character meet & greets, themed weekends, pumpkin patch, decorating station, and more. $19.95/person, $12.95/child. 10am-4pm, Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Rd., 954-473-2955 www.flamingogardens.org

Monster Paper Bags Friday-Saturday, October 11-12 Make a not-so-scary puppet using a paper bag and colorful shapes to make your creature come alive. Free with paid admission of $12/Broward resident. 10am-2pm, Young At Art Museum, 751 SE 121 Ave., 954-424-0085 www.youngatartmuseum.org

Halloween at the Davie School of Folkcraft & History Fridays, October 18 & 25 Explore the school by flashlight, mix potions, fly your own broom and more. $10. 6-9pm; last entry at 8:15pm, Old Davie School Historical Museum, 6650 Griffin Rd., 954-797-1044 www.olddavieschool.org

YAAlloween Party Friday, October 25 Put on your favorite costume for a night of artful, frightful fun for the entire family. This museum-wide party features Halloween-themed Art Activities, Monster Mash Dance Party, Colorful Costume Parade, Spooky Storytime and more. Free with admission of $12/Broward resident. 3-8pm, Young At Art Museum, 751 SE 121 Ave., 954-424-0085 www.youngatartmuseum.org

Trick-or-Treat through the Trees

Monster Bash

The Haunting of Broadway Kids Studio

Friday-Saturday, October 25-26 Halloween games, activities, crafts and a trick-or-treat adventure through the forest. Ages 3-10. $5. 6-9pm, Long Key Nature Center, 3501 SW 130 Ave., 954-357-8797 www.broward.org/parks

Sunday, October 27 Enjoy a Halloween-themed bowling bash with lots of treats including bowling, pizza, a Halloween treat bag, games, prizes, face painting and more. Noon-5pm, Sparez, 5325 S. University Dr., 954-434-9663 www.sparezbowling.com

Saturday, November 2 Bring the family for an unforgettable Haunted House tour. $5/single entry, $10/unlimited entry. Doors open at 6:30pm. Broadway Kids Studio, 9042 W. State Road 84, 954-693-7500 www.broadwaykidsstudio.com

Halloween Happenings Saturday, October 26 Spooky games, costume contest, family-friendly haunted house, hayride, pumpkin patch, kids activities, and petting farm. 1-5pm, Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 4271 Davie Rd., 954-797-1181 www.davie-fl.gov

Not So Spooky Stories Wednesday, October 30 Celebrate Halloween with the Shermanettes and a special show for children of all ages. 10:30-11:15am, NSU Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd., 954-262-5477

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DEERFIELD BEACH Fall Festival Saturday, October 12 Family activities, games and prizes to celebrate the autumn season.10:30am, Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Library, 1856 A W. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-357-7740

Fall Festival Saturday, October 19 An old-fashioned gathering with activities including hay rides, a pumpkin patch, live entertainment, treats and more. 4-8:30pm, Pioneer Park, 217 NE Fifth Ave., 954-480-4429 www.deerfield-beach.com

FORT LAUDERDALE Fall Fest Saturday, October 19 Fall into fun with wagon rides, carnival games, arts and crafts, a haunted house and more. 3-6pm, Mills Pond Park, 2201 NW Ninth Ave., www.fortlauderdale.gov

Riverland Trick-or-Treat Wednesday, October 23 Enjoy a spooky night of fun with the entire family, including games, arts and crafts, cooking, decorating, refreshments and more. 6-8pm, Riverland Park, 950 SW 27 Ave., 954-828-7275 www.fortlauderdale.gov

Spooky Halloween Dance Party Thursday, October 24 Get in the Halloween spirit with spooky games, crafts, food and music. Free. 6:30-8:30pm, Bass Park, 2750 NW 19 St., 954-828-7275 www.fortlauderdale.gov

Spirits of Stranahan House October 25 & 31 and November 1 See if the spirits are near while touring the historic Victorian home guided by mourners who will share tales of spirits and legends. Pre-registration required. $25/person. 7pm, Stranahan House, 335 SE Sixth Ave., 954-524-4736 www.stranahanhouse.org

Fiesta Fall Carnival Saturday, October 26 Celebrate fall with a day of games, food, music and dancing. 11am-3pm, Lauderdale Manors Park, 1340 Chateau Park Dr., 954-828-7275 www.fortlauderdale.gov

Croissant Park Annual Halloween Party Saturday, October 26 Free family-fun activities, games, contests, prizes and food will bring mask-popping smiles to everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s faces. 4-6pm, Croissant Park, 245 W Park Dr., 954-828-7275 www.fortlauderdale.gov

Trick-or-Treat on Second Street Saturday, October 26 A free spooktacular event for the whole family with bounce houses, carnival games, face painting, Halloween treats, a kid and pet costume parade and more. 1-5pm, Esplanade Park, 400 SW Second St., 954-828-7275 www.fortlauderdale.gov

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Saturday, November 2 A Mexican tradition, this celebration includes family activities, workshops, a craft crypt, music, Mexican and Latin American dance performances, food and an outdoor skeleton processional that includes a mariachi band, giant puppets, costumes and

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floats. 2-11pm, various locations in Downtown Fort Lauderdale; processional begins at 6:30pm at Huizenga Plaza, 32 E. Las Olas Blvd., www.dayofthedeadflorida.com

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Artoberfest • Downtown Coral Springs Saturday, October 5 • 4-10 p.m. City Hall • 9500 W. Sample Road Celebrate Oktoberfest with authentic German music, Tucher beer and food from The Ambry!

Halloween Haunted House

Haunted House

Friday, October 25 • 5-7:30 p.m. and Saturday, October 26 • 2-7 p.m. Coral Springs Gymnasium • $5/child, $2/adult Indoor non-scary scenes • Bounce Houses • Treats

Fire Department Pasta Dinner

Saturday, October 26 • 4 to 9 p.m. Fire Station 80 • 2825 Coral Springs Drive Have dinner at the Fire Station for $5 per plate! Benefits Fire Benevolent and Cancer Awareness charities

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HALLANDALE BEACH Halloween Festival Thursday, October 31 Bring the family for games, music, entertainment, refreshments, candy and more. Make sure to dress up for the costume contest starting at 7pm. Free admission. 6-9pm, OB Johnson Park, 1000 NW Eighth Ave., 954-457-1452 www.hallandalebeachfl.gov

HOLLYWOOD Hallo-Green Saturday, October 19 Celebrate Halloween with a green theme, featuring environmentally friendly activities, games, arts & crafts and more. $2. 11am-3pm, Anne Kolb Nature Center, 751 Sheridan St., 954-357-5161 www.broward.org/parks

ArtsPark Movie Night Friday, October 25 Bring a blanket or beach chair to watch a screening of Coco under the moonlight. Free. 8-10pm, ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway, 954-321-3500

Hollyweird Halloween Block Party Saturday, October 26 In its fifth year, this downtown event features family friendly entertainment, music, candy, prizes, balloon twisters, face paining, costume contest and more. 6-9pm, along Hollywood Boulevard, west of ArtsPark, www.floridashollywood.org/hollyweird

Spooktacular Road Race Sunday, October 27 A great way to work off all that candy, this annual event sponsored by the Greater Fort Lauderdale Road Runners Club for all ages includes a 5K run and walk. 8am, T.Y. Park, 3300 N. Park Rd., 954-357-8811 www.gflrrc.org

Monster Smash Halloween Party Thursday, October 31 Stop by after school for crafts, games and a costume parade for little ghosts and ghouls. Ages 10 and under. 4-5pm, Hollywood Branch Library, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., 954-357-7760 www.broward.org/library

LAUDERDALE-BY-THE-SEA BOO By The Sea Saturday, October 26 For kids 3 to 11 accompanied by a parent, businesses will have activities and games during an afternoon of old-fashioned door-to-door trick-or-treating. 3-6pm, at Sea Fan, Green Turtle, Eagle Ray and Parrot Fish Plazas on E. Commercial Blvd. west of N. Ocean Dr., www.lbtsevents.com

LAUDERHILL Harvest Festival for Kids Wednesday, October 30 Fall fun and activities for kids ages 6-12. Pre-registration required. 3pm, Lauderhill Central Park Library, 3810 NW 11 Place, 954-357-7833 www.broward.org/library

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MIRAMAR Preschool Halloween Parade Thursday, October 31 Little ones can dress up and join the fun at this Halloween parade for preschoolers. 10:30am, Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place, 954-357-8090 www.broward.org/library

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Fridays-Saturdays, October 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 Ghosts, monsters and other creatures of the dark haunt the woods of this spooky trail. Visitors are chaperoned by ghost hosts, who make sure no one gets lost during the chilling experience. $7/person, $10/fast pass, 7-9pm, Hampton Pines Park, 7800 Hamptons Blvd., 954-724-7061 www.nlauderdale.org

Halloween Hoopla Saturday, October 26 Halloween fun with a trick-or-treating trail and lots of Halloween fun. $5/person, 11am-1pm, Hampton Pines Park, 7800 Hamptons Blvd., 954-724-7061 www.nlauderdale.org

OAKLAND PARK Halloween Bash Friday, October 25 Have some fall fun with a free concert, costume contest, trunk-or-treating, music, entertainment and more. Free. 6-10pm, Jaco Pastorius Park, 1098 NE 40 Court, www.oaklandparkfl.org

PARKLAND Halloween Festival and Trunk or Treat Friday, October 25 Wear a costume for a night of trunk-or-treating, a family-friendly Halloween show, pumpkin painting and more. 5:30-7:30pm, Pine Trails Park, 10555 Trails End, www.cityofparkland.org/halloween

PEMBROKE PINES Bow Wow Ween Saturday, October 12 Halloween fun that includes pooches, with a costume contest, exhibitors and more. Free. 9am-1pm, Craig Rupp K-9 Dog Park, 9751 Johnson St., 954-392-2116 www.ppines.com

Pet Costume Contest & Halloween Trick or Treat Saturday, October 26 Halloween fun includes games, crafts, character photos and a pumpkin patch starting at noon, a Broward Family Life pet costume contest from 1-1:30pm, and trick-or-treating from 2-4pm. Winner of the pet costume contest will be featured in Broward Family Life magazine. Pre-registration for the contest recommended at www.SouthFloridaFamilyLife.com. Noon-4pm, The Shops at Pembroke Gardens, 571 SW 145 Terrace, www.theshopsatpembrokegardens.com

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Spooky Carnival

$5. 10am-2pm, Volunteer Park, 12050 W. Sunrise Blvd., 954-452-2510 www.plantation.org

Tuesday, October 29 Play games and enjoy treats at this annual event. Ages 3-9. 6:30pm, South Regional/Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., 954-201-8825

Halloween Spooktacular Tuesday, October 22 Wear your costume and come to the library for tons of fun including crafts, stories, dancing, trick-or-treating and prizes. All ages. Free. 6:30-7:30pm, West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., 954-765-1585 www.broward.org/library

SpookyRama Wednesday, October 30 Wear your favorite costume or jammies for Halloween stories, activities and crafts before bedtime. 7pm, Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., 954-357-6580 www.broward.org/library

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Saturday, October 26 Teenagers are invited to a party with activities, a movie, pumpkin painting, Halloween treats, raffles, prizes, and more. Costumes encouraged. Ages 12-18. 2-4pm, West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., 954-765-1585 www.broward.org/library

Wednesday, October 30 Costume contests, games, spooky activities, trick-or-treat stations and more. Free. 6-9pm, Charles F. Dodge City Center Way, 601 City Center Way, 954-392-2116 www.ppines.com

Toddler Storytime Thursday, October 31 Bring your little one for stories, songs and rhymes about pumpkins and not-so-scary monsters. Ages 12-36 months. 11:15am, Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., 954-357-6580 www.broward.org/library

PLANTATION Halloween & Safety Festival Saturday, October 19 A children’s carnival, inflatable rides, police and fire exhibits, games, activities for the whole family and free Halloween bags and candy for the kids.

POMPANO BEACH Boo Bash Friday, October 25 Have a good time with a costume contest, fortune teller, inflatables and more. 5-9pm, Sample McDougald House, 450 NE Tenth St., 954-786-4111 www.pompanobeachfl.gov

Halloween Bingo Saturday, October 26 Kids ages 6-12 can play the classic game of bingo with a ghostly twist. 10:30am, Pompano Beach Library, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., 954-357-7595

Trunk or Treat Sunday, October 27 Kids can go from trunk to trunk to collect candy from a variety of decorated vehicles. 3-6pm, Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1081 NE Sixth St., 954-786-4594 www.pompanobeachfl.gov

Chilling Chess Tournament

A Hocus Pocus Halloween Celebration

Saturday, October 26 Kids can have some fun playing chess with a Halloween twist. Prizes awarded. Ages 5-18. 11am-noon, West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., 954-765-1585 www.broward.org/library

Sunday, October 27 Families are invited to come dressed in costume to watch the movie Hocus Pocus, explore kid-friendly Halloween-themed rooms and go trick-or-treating. Free. 2-5pm, Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., www.pompanobeachfl.gov

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Thursday, October 31 Dress up for a ghoulish night filled with contests, movies, face painting and treats. 6-8pm, Plantation Community Center, 5555 Palm Tree Rd., www.plantation.org

Tuesday, October 29 Show off your Monster Mash moves at this dance party for all ages. Snacks provided. 6:30pm, Pompano Beach Library, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., 954-357-7595 www.broward.org/library

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Halloween Boo Bash! Thursday, October 31 Calling all little witches, ghosts, princesses and superheroes for Halloween-themed craft activities, giveaways and candy. Children ages 10 and under are invited to come in costume and enjoy craft activities and a Magical Wizard Show. Adult supervision required and masks only allowed on children under 10 during event hours. Free. 5-7pm, Pompano Citi Centre, 1955 N. Federal Hwy., 954-943-4683 www.pompanociticentre.com

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stations. 5-8pm, Fire Station #72, 10490 W. Oakland Park Blvd., 954-747-4600 www.sunrisefl.gov

TAMARAC Great Pumpkin Splash Saturday, October 19 Dive in for some spooky water fun, pumpkin picking and pumpkin decorating. $5/adult, $4.50/child. Noon-3pm, Caporella Aquatic Center, 9300 NW 58 St., www.tamarac.org

Halloween Hoopla

Fall Harvest Festival Sunday, October 13 An afternoon of hayrides, games, rides, food vendors and more. Pick out a pumpkin from the old-fashioned pumpkin patch for an additional fee. $5. 10am-1:30pm, Sunrise Athletic Complex, 11501 NW 44 St., 954-747-4600 www.sunrisefl.gov

Friday, October 25 Freaky festivities with carnival games, bounce houses, arts and crafts, prizes, candy and more. Free. 6-8pm, Tamarac Park, 7501 N. University Dr., 954-597-3620 www.tamarac.org

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Saturday, October 26 This Halloween-themed 5K features fun for everyone including a Kids Dash for ages 10 and under. Family-appropriate costumes are encouraged and best costumes will receive special recognition at end of race. 7:30am, Markham Park, 16001 W. State Rd. 84, 954-747-4600 www.sunrisefl.gov/5k

Spooky Science Monday, October 7 Spooky and science collide during this hand-on library program for children ages 5-10. Pre-registration required. 4pm, Weston Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., 954-357-5420 www.broward.org/library

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Thursday, October 31 Kids preschool-age through 5th grade are invited to visit the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five fire stations for free, safe Halloween fun and treats. Free shuttle between

Saturday, October 12 Head to the library for some not-so-scary fun. 11am, Weston Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., 954-357-5420 www.broward.org/library

Halloween Spooktacular Wednesday, October 31 Head to the center of town for lots of Halloween fun and activities. 5-9pm, Weston Town Center, 1675 Market St., 954-349-5900

PALM BEACH COUNTY Shriek Week Friday-Saturday, October 18-19 & Thursday-Saturday, October 24-26 Spooky events galore with games, a trick-or-treat trail and more. Haunted house for ages 7 and up. October 24 is Lite Nite, a less intense haunted house. Sugar Sand Park Community Center, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton, 561-347-3900 www.sugarsandpark.org

Boo at the Zoo Fridays-Sundays, October 18-20 & 25-27 This not-so-scary Halloween tradition features trick-or-treating all around the Zoo, little kids costume contests, strolling characters and more. Most activities included in admission price. Palm Beach Zoo, 1310 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach, 561-533-0887 www.palmbeachzoo.org

Boca Pumpkin Patch Festival Saturday-Sunday, October 19-20 Celebrate all things fall at this event featuring carnival rides, a cornstalk maze, a dress your own scarecrow village and a pumpkin patch with more than 2,500 pumpkins to pick from. $20. 10am-6pm, Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, www.bocapumpkinpatch.com

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Halloween in the Garden

Not So Scary Family Halloween Bash

Sunday, October 20 Little ones can wear costumes and have some fun with fall crafts, games, face painting and more. Ages 2-6. Pre-registration required. $10/person. 10am-noon, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton, 561-544-8615 www.gumbolimbo.org

Sunday, October 20 Trick-or-treat your way around the galleries, paint mini pumpkins, meet characters and more at this fundraising event for MCM’s educational programs. $40-$50. 1-5 pm, Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, 305-373-5437 www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

Spooky Science Night at the Museum

Monster Splash Halloween Bash

Friday, October 25 Guests of all ages can enjoy extended hours of exploration at the Science Center with interactive science crafts, activities, entertainment, exhibits, planetarium shows, and a chance to view the night sky in Palm Beach County’s only public observatory. $14.95/adult, $10.95/child. 6-9pm, South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, 561-832-1988 www.sfsciencecenter.org

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY A Spooky Sensory Friendly Saturday Saturday, October 12 This event, designed for children with sensory processing disorder and general developmental delays, includes a sensoryfriendly stage performance, calming movement groups and more. 9-11am, Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, 305-373-5437 www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

Friday-Sunday, October 25-27 Kick-off the harvest season with a host of Halloween activities in addition to the attraction’s regular exhibits and shows. Included with paid admission. 11am-4pm, Miami Seaquarium, 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne, 305-361-5705 www.miamiseaquarium.com

in costume. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, 305-373-5437 www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

Monster Mash Bash Thursday, October 31 A safe Halloween event without tricks — just treats. Activities include a haunted house, music, edible arts & crafts, bounce houses, rides, vendors, costume contests, prizes, and candy. Free; $1/haunted ghost tour. 6-10pm, City Hall, 17011 NE 19 Ave., North Miami Beach, 305-948-2957 www.citynmb.com

Zoo Boo Saturday-Sunday, October 26-27 A wild adventure with trick-or-treating for kids under 12, costume contests, music, games and prizes, special performances and more. See the animals get their own special treats. Free with zoo admission, 10am-3pm, Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152 St., Miami, 305-251-0400 www.zoomiami.org

MiChiMu’s Halloween Week Saturday-Thursday, October 26-31 Stop by to check out the Haunted Exhibit, do some trick-or-treating and at scheduled times during the week, participate in spooky science experiments, create creepy crafts, play ghostly games and more — and come

Every effort has been made to provide up-to-date information, however changes and cancellations do occur, especially due to weather. Please double check details before setting out for your celebration.

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First Sunday of Each Month 11 AM – 2 PM Esplanade Park 400 SW 2nd Street

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SPECIAL needs

A Touch Tour before a performance of The Nutcracker at Broward Center for the Performing Arts.

Accessible Arts SHINING A SPOTLIGHT ON BROWARD’S INCLUSIVE ENTERTAINMENT BY JOANNA KENTOLALL

he arts and entertainment season will soon be in full swing. Children of all ages are excited to see what’s coming to the stage and screen to delight the senses. But what if your little one’s senses are limited or can be affected by loud noises and bright lights? Engaging with the arts can be difficult for children and adults with mental or physical challenges. But local organizations are working to help change that by making entertainment more inclusive. South Florida venues are expanding access to provide people with and without disabilities the same opportunity to attend, participate in and appreciate the arts. For example, assistive-listening devices are available to amplify sound and audio description provides an explanation of the action. Open

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captioning displays dialogue on a screen and individuals on the autism spectrum can enjoy sensory-friendly options at select live performances, movie screenings and museum exhibits. A group helping to facilitate these types of programs locally is The Florida Access Coalition for the Arts, which brings regional players together to help promote and provide equal access for all. “No one should feel singled out because of a disability,” said board member Lew Balaban. “It’s important to get the word out that these types of performances exist and are out there for everyone.” Here are examples of what’s available: THEATER: At Fort Lauderdale’s Broward Center for the Performing Arts, sensory-friendly performances are a relatively new addition, expanding on accommodations like

listening devices, audio description, open captioning, and sign interpretation. The performances feature a more comfortable atmosphere by bringing the lights up and allowing the audience to walk around as needed. There is also a quiet room and trained staff on hand to assist. MUSEUMS: Young at Art Museum partners with Broward Center for the sensory performances. In addition, visitors to the Davie museum are welcomed to a Sensory Sunday every second Sunday of the month, along with classes and workshops designed for adults and students of all abilities. Another resource is a map of quiet areas and times that are calmer to visit. DANCE: Miami City Ballet provides Touch Tours for those with visual impairments. Before select shows, patrons can explore elaborate costumes, props and sets by physically feeling items. During the actual performance, a live narration provides context and allows visitors additional input for a richer experience. OPERA: The Florida Grand Opera coordinates with the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., to obtain braille and large-print copies of the libretto (translation of the opera), which are made available to audience members during performances. FGO says it is the only opera company in the country that provides this service. For open captioning, performances are translated on a digital screen because each opera is sung in its original language. CINEMA: Sensory-friendly films are shown with the lights turned up and the volume turned down. These are available at the Museum of Discovery and Science/AutoNation IMAX Theater

in Fort Lauderdale, as well as select AMC and Regal theatres. Audiences who might not feel comfortable in a traditional movie setting are invited to these specially tailored showings. OUTDOOR ART: A multi-sensory mural specifically designed for the visually impaired is located outside of the Lighthouse for the Blind in Fort Lauderdale. Brought to life by Cadence Landscape Architecture, it features textured shapes that can be felt and an aromatic diffuser for scent, and it also incorporates sound. Visually impaired individuals helped to create the mural last year. Lighthouse for the Blind President and CEO Ellyn Drotzer is proud that the artwork remains as a reminder that everyone can succeed in the arts. Another example of that type of success happened on a national stage earlier this year when, for the first time, a wheelchair-user won a Tony Award. Ali Stroker won Best Featured Actress for her role in the musical revival Oklahoma! The win was an inspiration to many who might think theater is out of their reach. But Drotzer says the arts can inspire anyone to take center stage. “We are constantly finding ways to expose the population to different opportunities,” she says. “That can be in the arts as well. The arts can be a passion and also a profession. Nothing is off limits.” Joanna Kentolall is a South Florida-based freelance writer with a passion for the arts.

Upcoming Inclusive Events Please visit each venue’s website for a complete schedule of events and performances. Details are subject to change, so please contact the venue before going. BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS www.browardcenter.org

MIAMI CITY BALLET www.miamicityballet.org

Audio Description Les Misérables, Oct. 19, 2pm Welcome to Margaritaville, Nov. 30, 2pm

Touch Tour and Audio Description Don Quixote, April 26, 2020, 12:30pm and 2pm

Open Captioning Shrek, Nov. 13, 2pm A Christmas Story, Dec. 22, 2pm Sign-Interpreted Les Misérables, Oct. 18, 8pm Welcome to Margaritaville, Nov. 29, 8pm Sensory Friendly Junie B. Jones, the Musical, Oct. 6, 11am DreamWorks Shrek, the Musical, Nov. 2, 2pm Mannheim Steamroller Live Video Stream, Nov. 11, 8pm FLORIDA GRAND OPERA www.fgo.org Open captioning with language translations, and braille and large-print versions of the libretto available at all performances. Mozart’s Don Giovanni, Dec. 5, 7:30pm; and Audio Description, Dec. 7, 7:30pm Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, Jan. 30, 2020, 7:30pm; and Audio Description, Feb. 1, 2020, 7:30pm

MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE/AUTONATION IMAX THEATER www.mods.org Sensory-friendly films: third Saturday of the month, 10am AMC THEATRES www.amctheatres.com Sensory-friendly films: second and fourth Saturday (family-friendly) and Tuesday evenings (mature audiences) of every month. Locations include AMC Aventura 24, AMC Sunrise 8 and AMC Sunset Place 24 in South Miami. REGAL CINEMAS www.regmovies.com Sensory-friendly films: beginning at 10:30am, second and fourth Saturday of the month. Locations include Regal Westfork, Pembroke Pines. YOUNG AT ART www.youngatartmuseum.org The museum opens an hour early at 10am for Sensory Sundays every second Sunday of the month.

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FAMILY health

Beyond the Mammogram HIGH-TECH TESTS THAT COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE

Do You Have Dense Breasts? Breast density depends in part on hormonal status, which is why premenopausal women are more likely to have dense breasts. Genetics also plays a part. If your mom had dense breasts, you’re more likely to have them. But only a mammogram can make that determination. In Florida, and 34 other states, radiologists are required by law to tell you, in the letter you receive about your mammogram results, whether you have dense breasts. If your state doesn’t require that information, simply ask your doctor if your mammogram results indicate whether you have dense breasts. The letter won’t tell you the percent of breast density, which can be helpful for knowing which supplemental tests to push for, such as MRI. To find out the percentage of breast density, ask your doctor for a copy of the radiology report. You have a right to it.

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yearly mammogram is the gold standard for breast-cancer screening and detection. Mammography is the only test that has been scientifically proven to save lives. Still, it’s not infallible. “In women with very dense breasts, mammography will miss cancer 58 percent of the time,” says breast-cancer radiologist Thomas Kolb. Dense breasts contain more glands, ducts and connective tissue than fat. Breasts tend to be denser during a woman’s reproductive years; density makes it harder to detect suspicious lumps on a mammogram. That’s because glandular tissue appears white on a mammogram, just like a mass can. Fortunately, these tools are available that can give you a clearer picture of your breast health — and could possibly save your life — especially if you have dense breasts or you’re at higher risk for breast cancer because of your personal or family health history. TOMOSYNTHESIS The latest in breast-cancer detection technology, tomosynthesis, also known as 3D mammogram, is a digital mammogram that takes images of the breast from multiple angles. Tomosynthesis takes an arc of pictures through each breast, in 5 millimeter slices, which are then reconstructed into a three-dimensional image.

It allows radiologists to see through the breast tissue. With tomosynthesis, they can more easily distinguish a true mass from overlapping structures that can hide or mimic cancer, such as ligaments or glandular tissue. Tomosynthesis can be used for screening and diagnostic mammograms. PROS/CONS: Compared to a digital (2D) mammogram, tomosynthesis is more precise. Studies show that three more women per thousand will receive a cancer diagnosis with tomosynthesis, compared to a digital mammogram. Also, women with dense breasts who undergo tomosynthesis are 40 percent less likely to be called back for additional imaging. Should you ask for it? Screening tomosynthesis is indicated if you have dense breasts or you’re at average or intermediate risk for breast cancer. To determine your lifetime breast cancer risk, visit BrightPink.org and take the risk-assessment quiz. Depending on your answers, you’ll end up in one of three categories: high risk, intermediate risk or average risk. High risk is defined as a lifetime risk of breast cancer of 20 percent or more; intermediate risk is a lifetime risk of breast cancer of 15 to 20 percent; and average risk is anything under 15 percent. AUTOMATED BREAST ULTRASOUND During this test, an automated ultrasound machine, which uses a computer program, takes ultrasound images of breast tissue. The images are recorded and given to a radiologist who can interpret them. Doctors currently use handheld ultrasound devices to hunt for breast tumors in some patients, and the labor-intensive process can skip some tumors. Automated breast ultrasound eliminates the need for an ultrasound technologist so there’s less risk of missing a lesion. PROS/CONS: Automated breast ultrasound can help detect breast cancer. Breast cancer detection doubled from 23 to 46 in 6,425 screening studies using automated breast ultrasound with mammography, resulting in a significant cancer detection improvement. Some insurance providers don’t cover the test yet, so check your policy.

When to Get a Mammogram The American Cancer Society recommends that women at average risk between ages 40 and 44 have the option to start with a screening mammogram every year. Women 45 to 54 should get a mammogram yearly. Women 55 and older can switch to a mammogram every other year or choose to continue yearly mammography. If you’re at high or intermediate risk, your doctor may advise starting mammography before age 40.

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(MRI) This tool employs magnetic and radio waves instead of X-rays to create high-definition, cross-sectional images of breast tissue. The patient is injected with safe, nonradioactive, contrasting salt solution in the arm, then lies face down on a table with both breasts positioned into cushioned coils that contain signal receivers. The entire bed is then sent through a tube-like magnet. In areas where there might be cancer, the contrasting agent pools and is illuminated on computer-generated images. PROS/CONS: MRI has been shown to find 2 to 6 percent more cancers than mammogram alone. In 1,000 women, studies show MRI will find twice as many cancers compared to 3D mammogram alone. Should You Ask for It? If you’re at high risk for breast cancer (in the 20-percent category or more), you automatically qualify for supplemental screening with MRI. Insurance carriers will cover the cost of this sensitive but expensive test. If you’re not at high risk but you have extremely dense breast, consider paying out-of-pocket for this test. Screening breast MRI costs $600 to $700. “Even if you have as little as a 2-percent risk of breast cancer over the next five years, talk to your doctor about adding MRI,” says Wendie Berg, a breast imaging consultant. MRI breast-imaging centers are springing up across the country, but it’s important to seek out a facility that has MRI-guided biopsy capability, so a tissue sample can be retrieved for diagnosis at the time of your scan if a questionable mass is spotted.

Sandra Gordon is an award-winning freelance writer who delivers expert advice and the latest developments in health, nutrition, parenting and consumer issues.

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MUSEUMS & EXHIBITS Kids’ Corner @ The Frank SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

Kids ages 8 and under can build literacy skills and engage in hands-on art activities during this monthly storytime event. Noon-1pm, THE FRANK, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines, 954-392-2120 www.thefrankgallery.org

Peter Pan Pirate Party SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12

Join Peter Pan, Wendy and the Lost Boys for a magical afternoon adventure along the shore of the New River with crafts, food, games and fun. $20/child and adult pair; $15/additional family member; advanced registration. 11am-12:30pm, STRANAHAN HOUSE, 335 SE Sixth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, www.stranahanhouse.org

Artfull Saturday

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 Peppa Pig Live

IT’S SHOWTIME! Peppa Pig Live

scenery. Showtimes vary. BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS,

Join Peppa Pig and friends in this all-new, action-packed, live show featuring life-sized puppets. $29.50-$49.50. 6pm, BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222 www.browardcenter.org

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2

The Jungle Book SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

This new theatrical adaption transports the audience to the jungles of India through captivating video, shadow-play and music. 2pm, MIRAMAR CULTURAL CENTER, 2300 Civic Center Place, Miramar, 954-602-4357 www.miramarculturalcenter.org

Junie B. Jones, The Musical SATURDAY & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5 & 6

Lovable Junie B. Jones stars in this comical musical about new friends, new glasses and other first-grade angst-ridden situations. Oct. 6 is a sensory-friendly performance. Ticket includes pre-show activities and a post-show treat. $16. Saturday 11am & 1pm; Sunday 11am. BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222 www.browardcenter.org

Baby Shark Live! SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6

Kids can learn about shapes, colors, numbers and more during this one-of-a-kind concert experience. $29.50 & $55.50. 2pm & 5:30pm, BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS,

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Judy Moody and Stink THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10

This dynamic sister and brother duo take the audience on a side-splitting adventure as Judy sets off to find fame and happiness. $7. 9:30am & 11:15am, MIRAMAR CULTURAL CENTER, 2300 Civic Center Place, Miramar, 954-602-4357 www.miramarculturalcenter.org

WWE Live

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25

WWE returns with a lineup that includes Seth Rollins, Baron Corbin, Braun Strowman, Ricochet, Samoa Joe, Alexa Bliss, The Mix, Bobby Lashley, The OC and more. 7:30pm, BB&T CENTER, One Panther Parkway, Sunrise, www.thebbtcenter.com

Shrek the Musical

OCTOBER 25-NOVEMBER 10

Based on the animated film, this live fairytale adventure brings the motion picture to life. $49-$65. BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222 www.browardcenter.org

Alice in Wonderland Jr. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

Les Miserables

Broadway Kids Studio presents this live family show about Alice and her adventures. Call for show time and details. ROSE AND

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Experience art together as you make Día De Los Muertos – Sugar Skulls in this monthly family workshop. $5. Space limited; reservations required. 3pm, CORAL SPRINGS MUSEUM OF ART, 2855 Coral Springs Dr., Coral Springs, 954-340-5000 www.coralspringsmuseum.org

Parents Night Out FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18

Kids can explore the museum, create art, play games, watch movies and participate in lots of after-hours fun. Ages 5-12. $35/non-member, $30/member. 6-11pm, YOUNG AT ART MUSEUM, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie, 954-424-0085 www.youngatartmuseum.org

Create a Cubist Portrait

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18-19

Celebrate Pablo Picasso’s birthday by creating a cubist portrait using oil pastels. Free with paid admission of $12/Broward resident. 10am-2pm, YOUNG AT ART MUSEUM, 751 SE 121 Ave., Davie, 954-424-0085 www.youngatartmuseum.org

Little Engineers

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19

Kids learn about STEM concepts while building and programming a robot. Space is limited. Ages 5-10. Free. 10am-noon, THE FRANK, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines, 954-392-2120 www.thefrankgallery.org

Attack of the Bloodsuckers ONGOING THROUGH JAN 5

Traveling exhibit teaches the science of mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, leeches and other parasites and why they bite you. Hands-on activities include an itchy and knotty life-size game of “Twitcher,” look a leech in the mouth and more. Included with paid admission of $19/adult, $16/child. MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale, www.mods.org

FAIRS, FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS Tunes ‘N Trucks

Junior Carnival

Brazilian Fest

Grab dinner from the food trucks, then kick back on your blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy this monthly concert series. This month features the The Music Machine. Food trucks begin serving at 6pm, music starts at 7pm.

A Caribbean cultural celebration with music, costumes, activities, a parade and more. All ages. Tickets available in advance online. Noon-10pm,

The eighth-annual event features two days of Brazilian culture, arts, cuisine, music, entertainment, a kids’ zone and more. $5/one day, $8/weekend, VIP passes/$45-$80. Saturday noon-10pm, Sunday noon-8pm. COMMUNITY PARK, 820 NE 18 Ave., Pompano Beach, www.brazilianfestpompano.org

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19-20

CENTRAL BROWARD REGIONAL PARK,

SUNRISE CIVIC CENTER AMPHITHEATER,

3700 NW 11 Place, Lauderhill, 305-653-1877 miamicarnival.org

10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, www.sunrisefl.gov

Pony Jail and Bale SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13

Once Upon a Baby Expo FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

A night out for new and expecting parents to learn more about becoming a new parent while meeting local pediatricians, participating in interactive learning stations and more. $20 and up. 6-9pm, MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE, 401 SW Second St, Fort Lauderdale, www.onceuponababyfl.com

Fall Festival

A special afternoon of fun for the whole family with music, food, games, selfie row and more. The event serves as a fundraiser for this non-profit program that helps grieving children deal with loss. $5. Noon-3pm, TOMORROW’S RAINBOW RANCH, 4341 NW 39 Ave., Coconut Creek, 954-978-2390 www.TomorrowsRainbow.org

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

Get the feel of an old-fashioned autumn festival with stable and farm tours, model steam train rides, hayrides, bounce houses and more. Tickets $1 each or in multiples. 10am-4pm, TRADEWINDS PARK, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, 954-357-9970

Las Olas Art Fair

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19-20

Oktoberfest Celebration FRIDAY-SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4-6

Oktoberfest music, dance, food, children’s activities, rides and more. $5/adult, Free/under 12. JACO PASTORIUS PARK, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, 954-630-4500 www.oaklandparkfl.gov

Art in the Park

One of the country’s top art festivals turns Fort Lauderdale’s signature boulevard into a kaleidoscope of color with art works from paintings to jewelry by local and national artists. Free. 10am-5pm, ALONG LAS OLAS BOULEVARD, Fort Lauderdale, www.artfestival.com

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26-27

Fine arts, entertainment on the open-air stage, and arts and crafts activities for the kids. Free. Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 10am-4pm. LIBERTY TREE PARK, 7421 NW Fifth St., Plantation, www.pjwcfl.org

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Moonlight Movie in the Park SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

Bring blankets and lawn chairs to watch an outdoor screening of Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween. Free. 8pm, WESTON REGIONAL PARK, 20200 Saddle Club Rd., Weston, 954-389-4321 www.westonfl.org

Cool Saturdays

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

Visitors can tour the historic house for half the price the first Saturday of the month. Special admission price is $10/adult, free/children 12 and under. 9am-4pm, BONNET HOUSE, 900 N. Birch Rd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-563-5393 www.bonnethouse.org

Paco Moreno & Friends

Cardboard Boat Race

Wags and Tales

Get creative! Contestants build vessels out of cardboard to see whose will stay afloat. noon-4pm, HOLLYWOOD MARINA, 700 Polk St., Hollywood, www.hollywoodfl.org

Kids can gain reading skills and confidence by reading to a therapy dog from the Humane Society. Ages 5-12. Pre-registration required. 3pm, POMPANO BEACH LIBRARY, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, 954-357-7595 www.broward.org/library

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12

Butterfly Gardening Workshop SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12

Learn to identify and attract local butterflies to your own backyard. Free with admission of $29.95/adult, $21.95/child. 1pm, BUTTERFLY WORLD, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, 954-977-4434 www.butterflyworld.com

Lego Club

SATURDAYS, OCTOBER 12, 19, 26

A Hispanic Heritage Month concert for kids with authentic music and dancing from Spanish-speaking countries. 6:30-7:15pm, NSU ALVIN SHERMAN LIBRARY, 3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd., Davie 954-262-5477

Get together and play Legos with other children. Ages 5 and up. Legos are provided (do not bring your own). 11-11:45am, NORTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY, 3151 University Dr., Coral Springs, 954-357-7990 www.broward.org/library

Music Under the Stars

K9 Splash

Enjoy the ocean breezes during this evening of music under the stars offered the second Friday of every month. 7-9pm, THE “GREAT LAWN,” Atlantic Boulevard & Pompano Beach Boulevard, Pompano Beach, 954-786-4111 www.pompanobeachfl.gov

Castaway Island goes to the dogs — in a good way. For these four days, the water park is dogs-only. $5/dog fee per 50-minute splash session. 9am-5pm, T.Y. PARK, 3300 N. Park Rd., Hollywood, 954-357-8811 www.broward.org/parks

MONDAY, OCTOBER 7

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11

SATURDAYS-SUNDAYS, OCTOBER 12-13 & 19-20

MONDAY, OCTOBER 14

Night Hike

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15

Bring a flashlight for a naturalist-led hike through the pineland forest to learn more about the area’s flora and fauna. $5. 7:30-8:30pm, MIRAMAR PINELAND, 3600 S. University Dr., Miramar, 954-357-8776 www.broward.org/parks

Slogging Trip

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19

Prepare to get wet and muddy as you slog through the wetlands to learn more about the ecosystem of the Everglades. Long pants, closed toe shoes and pre-registration required. $5. 11am-noon, EVERGLADES HOLIDAY PARK, 21940 Griffin Rd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-357-8868

Shutterbug Photo Hunt

one week prior to the event. 2:30-4:30pm, FERN FOREST NATURE CENTER, 201 Lyons Rd. South, Coconut Creek, 954-357-5198 www.broward.org/parks

Family Hayride and Campfire FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25

Enjoy a fall hayride through the park followed by s’mores around a campfire. All ages. 6-9pm, T.Y. PARK, 3300 N. Park Rd., Hollywood 954-357-8811 www.broward.org/parks

Movies in the Park SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

Bring lawn chairs and a picnic and settle in for a movie under the stars. October features: Hotel Transylvania. 8pm, THE “GREAT LAWN,” Corner of Atlantic & Pompano Beach boulevards, Pompano Beach, 954-786-4111 www.pompanobeachfl.gov

WANT MORE FUN?

For more local events, see our listing of Halloween activities on page 26, or check our online calendar at browardfamilylife.com

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20

Participate as a family in a Nature Photography 101 class followed by a photo hunt. Bring home a hand-crafted nature frame to display your best shot. $10/team. Pre-register

Every effort has been made to provide accurate information. Changes and cancellations do occur. Please double check the details before setting out on your adventure.

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WORDS of wisdom

Nightmare on my street THE SCARY SIDE OF "TRICK OR TREAT" BY CHERYL MAGUIRE

ights illuminated our house, 10 bags of candy brimmed a colossal bowl and my husband donned a “Doctor Who” costume. We were ready for Halloween night in our new abode. The doorbell rang. Our first trick-or-treaters had arrived. Cinderella, Buzz Lightyear and Superman stood before me holding pumpkin containers and in unison said, “Trick or Treat.” Superman pointed at my husband and announced, “Look, he is dressed as Harry Potter.” The Doctor Who scarf did share a similar gold-and-maroon color scheme to that of the famous wizard. It was an understandable error. Doctor Who is an obscure sci-fi television show while Harry Potter is a multi-million-dollar franchise with an amusement park. For the next hour, an unremitting stream of eager children appeared at our door and an interminable amount of people identified my husband as Harry Potter. And then we had a strange encounter. The doorbell rang, and a young couple stood before me. I searched for their child, but I was unable to locate one. The young man said, “Trick or treat.” I did a double-take. Neither wore a costume. At first, I believed they were in their 20s but then I reconsidered. Could they be in high school? The man had a beard, and the woman’s hair was swept up into a ponytail. They held up their pillowcases, waiting for their treats. After the shock wore off, I felt annoyed. I purchased the candy for adorable kids dressed in costumes — not for teens in jeans and a T-shirt. I considered offering my opinion: “If you are old enough to grow a beard, drive a car and vote, then surely you are old enough to drive yourself to the store and buy your own candy — or at the very least a costume.” The young man must have sensed my hesitation because a smirk appeared across his face. He was offering a subtle reminder that the first word he uttered was “trick.” I thought to myself, “He is also old enough to procure a dozen eggs, a roll of toilet paper and a bottle of shaving cream.” I didn’t want to be “that” house that got egged, TP-ed or decorated with shaving cream, so I begrudgingly dropped three candy bars into their pillowcases. The young man must have Tweeted or something about our address because after the couple left we received an influx of similar-looking teens.

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Our candy supply was running dangerously low. We panicked. What if we ran out? Our new house would be marked like Hester Prynne with a scarlet A on her dress. It was almost 8 p.m. so we boldly decided to turn off all the lights. And we waited. Every sound we heard had us wondering if we were under attack. Finally, the noises died down and we felt somewhat relieved. “Well that isn’t what I expected,” I said. “Me neither,” my husband said. “I mean Harry Potter doesn’t look anything like Doctor Who.” Next year I’m going to try to prevent this candy freeloading. Near the doorbell there will be a sign declaring: “Please ONLY ring the doorbell if... 1. You are dressed in a REAL costume. A sweatshirt, T-shirt, and jeans do NOT count. If you are carrying a pillowcase to hold the candy, you probably shouldn’t bother ringing it either. 2. Due to your age, you are unable to obtain a driver’s license or grow facial hair.” I know what you are thinking. Don’t worry, my intricate preparations will also include a fully stocked closet of cleaning supplies. Cheryl Maguire’s writing has been published in The New York Times, among other publications. She is the mother of twins and a daughter (who will always dress up on Halloween).

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