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In todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economy, it can be difficult to keep the family budget in mind when planning a date with your partner. Here are five ways you can have a fabulous time without breaking the bank.

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ON THE COVER Christopher Moorman, 8, of Plantation A Cover Angels winner Shown here with his brother, Robert, 11 Location: Tree Tops Park, Davie Photographer: Lisa Nalven

DEPARTMENTS 10 Broward and Beyond News about the people, places and events in our community.

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NEW AT THE ZOO Meet SASSY u A Rescued Florida Panther

18 Family Dynamics Whether you’re helping your toddler select a snack or your teenager choose a college, guiding good decisions is central to parenting.

t See MARDI The White Alligator With New Underwater Views

20 Home Tech

t Watch the Adorable Baby Mexican Spider Monkey Explore Its World

No one, including kids, likes to be duped by bad information. Here’s how to help your child develop the savvy to evaluate what he or she finds online.

22 Family Man The best thing a parent can do is launch our kids, then let them learn on their own.

Ladybug Release Day February 11th www.palmbeachzoo.org 1301 Summit Boulevard West Palm Beach 561-547-WILD (9453)

46 Words of Wisdom A dad’s daughter appears to be obsessively training for an extreme sport—one that is rougher than ice hockey and messier than mud wrestling.

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ometimes we get so caught up in moving forward that we forget about looking back. It’s important to keep history alive, for our children and future generations, by sharing what we know about the people, places and ideas that have shaped the world as we know it. In an effort to do just that, there’s a new exhibit opening on Saturday, February 4 at the Museum of Discovery and Science. Lost Egypt: Ancient Secrets, Modern Science takes museum-goers of all ages on an interactive journey revealing how archaeologists use modern science and technology to uncover and understand the ancient civilization of Egypt.

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WANT TO GO? WHAT: Lost Egypt: Ancient Secrets, Modern Science WHERE: Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale WHEN: Saturday, February 4 through Thursday, April 20 WHY: Hands-on activities and fun combining ancient Egypt and modern day science ADMISSION: Adults, $16; children, $13 FOR INFORMATION: 954-467-6637, mods.org

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and mummy X-rays and CT scans. “Visitors will be truly immersed in the culture, the history, the people and the mystique that surrounds Ancient Egypt,” says museum President and CEO Kim Cavendish. “This unique and interactive exhibit presents real human and animal mummies, genuine artifacts and numerous challenges which allow our guests to experience the world of Ancient Egypt in ways they never imagined.” Special weekend activities on February 4-5, March 4-5 and April 1-2 encourage kids to become mini archeologists with additional hands-on projects and challenges to engage them

viewing human and animal mummies,

in unearthing the mysteries of Egypt,

ancient artifacts and even climbing aboard a life-size replica

its culture and people. From noon-4pm on those days, children

camel. The journey begins with a stroll down a modern Egyptian

can dig for artifacts, compete to see who can build the largest

street scene to learn about some of the archeologists working in

pyramid cup stack, make Egyptian jewelry using sparkling

Egypt today, followed by a Field Site stop where you can check

jewels, and learn the skills of name writing using hieroglyphics

out the tools, techniques, science and technologies used at the

and techniques of mummification.

Lost City of the Pyramid Builders on the Giza Plateau. There will be plenty to see and do as you explore the entire display that also

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The traveling exhibit will be on display in Fort Lauderdale through April 20.

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THE CITY with a beat all its own. Feb. 26th - Solid Brass

Mainlands Park 4500 Monterey Drive 1-3 pm

March 10th - THE MOTOWNERS Tamarac Sports Complex 9901 NW 77th Street 7-9 pm

April 21st - The Railway Kings Tamarac Sports Complex 9901 NW 77th Street 7-9 pm

For more information visit www.tamarac.org and click on Special Events or call (954) 597-3620.

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Meet a Sweetie Looking for a true companion who will love you unconditionally this Valentine’s Day? Then it’s time to meet your sweetheart — of the four-legged sort that is. There will be plenty of guys and gals looking for love, and a forever home, during a special pet adoption event Saturday-Sunday, February 11-12 at the Humane Society of Broward County. Families can find true love in the form of cats, dogs and other animals at the shelter. Cupid is assisting those who want to meet their match by offering a discounted adoption fee for any pet six months of age or older adopted during the event. Regular adoption fees for animals over six months are $100 for dogs, $30 for cats and $50 for rabbits. Pets receive vaccinations, a microchip and are spayed or neutered before going home. The Humane Society is located on Griffin Road just west of I-95. See humanebroward.com If adding a furry new member to your family isn’t an option right now, there are plenty of ways to celebrate and support pets — pups in particular — this month. WOOFSTOCK. They say every dog has its day, and in Sunrise that day is Saturday, February 4 at the Sawgrass Sanctuary. This annual event for dogs and dog-lovers includes entertainment, demonstrations, vendors, a Frisbee show and a challenge lure course. If Fido is friendly and wellbehaved, bring him along to join the fun. Admission is free. See sunrisefl.gov CAT WALK. Don’t let the name fool you, the CAT (Canine Assisted Therapy) Walk, supports the work of therapy dogs. Sign up as an individual or a team to strut your pup on a one- or two-mile route to support the cause. There will be plenty of entertainment for pooches and their humans with contests, canine magic, prizes, vendors and more. The walk takes place from 9-11am at Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek on Saturday, February 11. For more information or to register see catevents.org BULLYMPICS. Bulldog rescue group Buddies Thru Bullies hosts this annual day of activities and awareness. This year’s event, featuring an obstacle course, activities and silent auction, takes place from 11am-3pm on Saturday, February 25 at T.Y. Park in Hollywood. Admission is free with paid park admission. To learn more see buddiesthrubullies.org

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Friday, February 24th& Saturday, February 25th& Sunday, February 26th FRIDAY, FEB 24 1:00pm 5th Annual James Pirtle Memorial Golf Classic (Davie Golf and Country Club) 6:00pm Orange Blossom Kickoff Concert (Old Davie School House) RemaDee (Classic Rock) SATURDAY & SUNDAY FREE ACTIVITIES: • Live Music • Youth Entertainment • Animal Petting Farm • Cowboy Town • Wild West Shootouts and Re-enactments • Kids Play Area ALSO VISIT OUR: • Farmers Market and Green Fair • Arts and Craft Vendors • Fine Art Vendors • Food Vendors SATURDAY FEB 4 AT 9:30AM

SATURDAY, FEB 25 • 9–6PM 9:00am Strawberry Festival 10:00am Parade (Davie Rd. from 39th St. to Orange Dr.) 12:00pm Old West Gunslingers 12:00pm Youth Entertainment 12–2pm Pioneer Re-enactment (Old Davie School House) 1:30pm Live Music: Breeze Band(Classic Rock) 3:45pm Live Music: JD Danner (Country) 7:30pm Davie Pro Rodeo (gates open at 6:00 pm)

SUNDAY, FEB 26 • 9–5PM 9:00am Strawberry Festival • Youth Entertainment 12–2pm Pioneer Re-enactment (Old Davie School House) 12:30pm Live Music: The New Shadow Creek Band(Country) 2:45pm Live Music: Classic Rock Therapy (Classic Rock) 2:00pm Davie Pro Rodeo (gates open at 1:00 pm)

Free Admission to the Festival $5 Parking at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds

Miss Orange Blossom Pageant Pine Island MultiPurpose Center

For more information call 954-797-1181 or visit www.davie-fl.gov

Free Events HOLLYWOOD BLVD. & US 1

Feb. 10

FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLE 7 - 9pm

Bring a drum or percussion instrument to this guided drum circle. All skill levels welcome. Meet at Palm Court (West Side). Info: 954-926-0204

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This FREE event just keeps growing and getting better thanks to your participation. Bring the family and kids. Meet new friends. We supply the canvas, paint, and brushes. larryjoemiller.com

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GLOBAL MEDITATION FOR WORLD PEACE 6 - 7:30pm

By directing our thoughts in specific, positive ways, we have the potential to guide the world towards becoming a more loving place. 954-962-7447

2ND ANNUAL S. FLA. ITALIAN FESTIVAL Noon - 9pm

An exciting day filled with delectable Italian food, pastries, wine, and much more. Live entertainment at the Amphitheater featuring Rockin’ Rich Bedford, Spanky & Dino, and David Morin. More information: facebook.com/soflafeast/ Watch our talented team of artisans turn molten glass into modern art! FREE live demonstrations every Thursday to Saturday from 7 - 10pm. hollywoodhotglass.com or 954-732-7231

FOOD TRUCKS AT ARTSPARK 5:30 – 10pm Bring your chairs, blankets and appetite. Over 20 different food trucks For more info: burgerbeast.com/arts-park

FUNTASTIC FRIDAY 5 - 8pm WPLG Local 10 Top Places to Take the Kids

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Free family fun featuring, face painter, bounce houses, interactive games & more!

MOVIE NIGHT 8pm See a free family-friendly flick each week at the Amphitheater. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair. 2/3 42: Jackie Robinson Story (PG-13), 2/10 The Help (PG-13), 2/17 Race (PG-13), 2/24 The Great Debators (PG-13)

SYNAPSIS BY JOSE MARTINEZ VANEGAS

The colored pencil on paperboard, and acrylic on canvas works are inspired by classical mythology and architecture. This fine and delicate work is contrasted by detailed contemporary beauty. Martinez Vanegas updates and mutates themes from ancient mythology creating a new vision. The artist expects the viewer to feel inspirational impulses while admiring the story and finding a secret meaning like “ Tornate all’antico e sarà un progresso” / Let us turn to the past: that will be progress (Giuseppe Verdi). Gallery is open to the public Mon – Thurs & Sat, 11am – 7pm. Exhibit runs through March 17. Admission FREE.

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I recently read about a local couple who celebrated their 75th anniversary surrounded by their six children and multiple grandchildren. As a couple together for a third of that time and right in the thick of childrearing, I wondered how they did it. After becoming parents, we get so wrapped up in the day to day that many of us forget about nurturing that part of our relationship. Jane Kahle, a licensed clinical professional counselor says, “A couple should look at their marriage as their first born.” Just as you would not disregard your child when another comes along, Kahle urges parents not to overlook their marriage. Establishing a regular date with your partner will help you to stay connected. Too often, parents forgo a much needed date night, choosing to spend their time and money on their children. Kahle advises couples to not always put their marriage last. “Time for a couple with young children is the hardest priority for a young family to fill,

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especially when finances are stretched. Finding time to be away can be hard, but a date that continues to happen shows the bond between the couple is important.” In today’s economy, it can be difficult to keep the family budget in mind when planning your date. A couple may spend $100 on a simple dinner-and-a-movie date, not including the babysitter. Don’t let that stop you. Spending time together is the goal—not how much money you spend. Here are five ways you can plan a fantastic date without breaking the bank.

Support the Local Arts in Your Area

Head Outdoors

Check out local colleges, community centers and libraries for a variety of low-cost performances. At Broward College’s Bailey Hall, see how love finds a way even in the harshest of environments, with a spectacular orchestral production of the award-winning documentary March of the Penguins, on Saturday, February 25. Tickets start at $13 per adult. You can also find a host of concerts at indoor and outdoor venues throughout the county. Make a night of it by reviewing the show over coffee and dessert. Or put on your dancing shoes for a night of live music and beachside dancing from 7-9pm on Tuesday, February 7 at the Main Beach Parking Lot in Deerfield Beach.

Volunteer Together Rekindle your love for one another by showing kindness to strangers. Find a charity or cause that you both want to support and ask where you can help. Not sure where to start? Check out HandsOnBroward.org where you can find a lengthy list of local non-profit organizations seeking your help. Try working in an animal shelter, running a tent at a fundraising event, or serving in a soup kitchen. The experience you share may turn into a lifelong commitment.

Be a Tourist in Your Hometown

No matter what the season, there is plenty to do outside. Take a stroll along Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, head to a nature center with a picnic, or go for a paddle at one of Broward County’s parks that offer canoe and rowboat rentals. Looking for a unique way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Head to Miramar Pineland on February 14 for a night hike where you and your loved one can spend quality time strolling hand-in-hand. The hike takes place from 6-7pm and the cost is $5 per person. A lowkey activity doesn’t bust the budget, and allows you to focus on what’s important, each other.

Grab your camera and head out to see the sights. Every town has tourist attractions in the form of statues, historic buildings and natural occurrences. Take turns snapping pictures of each other in front of the landmarks that are part of your community. The 10-foot tall I LOVE YOU sculpture outside the Young At Art Museum in Davie is a great place to capture the moment. Enjoy a restaurant crawl for two by stopping at several restaurants in town to try a specialty item from each menu.

Window Shop

Browse the aisles of a flea market, downtown area or your local mall. Hold hands like a new couple while you search for great bargains or dream about larger purchases. Throw pennies in the fountain or listen to the music of local performers. Enjoy a snack from a food vendor and find a good spot to people watch. Take a picture in a photo booth as a memento from your date.

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Decision Vision RAISING KIDS TO MAKE WISE CHOICES BY MALIA JACOBSON

hether you’re helping your toddler select a snack or your teenager choose a college, guiding good decisions is central to parenting. But raising kids who make confident, wise choices can seem like a challenge — especially when your eight-year-old insists on wearing shorts in freezing weather, or your middle schooler repeatedly chooses junk food over veggies. Rest assured that an occasional poor choice is normal, even expected; in fact, making bad decisions is an important way for children to learn. But it’s also possible to encourage good decisionmaking, from toddlerhood through the teen years. Read on for age-by-age tips on helping kids choose well.  EARLY YEARS 0-5: MIRROR MIRROR For parents of toddlers and preschoolers, encouraging freedom of choice is a well-known parenting rule of thumb: Asking your child whether he’d like water or milk, or whether he’d like to wear the green shirt or the blue shirt, helps exercise decision-making muscles, fosters confidence, and squashes power struggles. But many parents don’t know that simply mirroring a child’s statements can also help build and reinforce decision-making confidence, says Aida Vazin, a licensed marriage and family therapist. To put this into practice, listen for your little one’s statements about his opinions, and then reflect those statements back to him without embellishment. “For example, if a child says ‘I like green,’ the parent should repeat in a very matter-of-fact tone, ‘you like green,’ without turning the statement into a question,” says Vazin. “This gives the child the feeling of being heard and understood and highlights the choices the child is already making — and it’s a great confidence-booster for the child.”  ELEMENTARY YEARS 6-12: BALANCING ACT Grade-schoolers are beginning to want more control over their daily lives, but many parents struggle to let go of the decisionmaking reins, leading to power struggles. It’s all about balance: Research suggests that a balance between independent decisionmaking and parental authority yields better outcomes for kids. Meg Hill, a licensed professional counselor and parenting coach, agrees: “As a parent, I often remind myself that it’s my kids’ job to become more independent from me. Between the ages of 6 and 12 it’s important for parents to increase responsibility along with choices, within a framework,” she says. So a child could begin to make her own lunches, selecting from a checklist of healthy foods provided by the parent, choose which after-school activities to pursue, or decide whether to do chores before or after school. Don’t let go of the reins completely, though: “Parents should still have significant oversight of time management, as well as online activity,” says Hill. TEEN YEARS 13-18: CAUSE AND EFFECT Flexing decision-making muscles helps them grow stronger, so making choices on a regular basis is vital for teens. Parents can foster long-term learning and growth by helping teenagers

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begin to recognize the connections between present-day choices and future results. Encourage this type of personal reflection with a little Greek philosophy: “For teenagers, the best approach to really boost decision-making skills is to do what’s called Socratic questioning: Asking questions that are neutral and do not give judgment. For example: ‘What was important for you about that decision?’, or ‘What have you learned from this experience?’” says Vazin. “Rather than shaming, the parents are teaching the core life skill of understanding results and consequences of actions.” When teens begin looking toward the future, more confident decisions will emerge — and your teen just might develop a love of philosophy in the process. Malia Jacobson is an award-winning health and parenting journalist and mom of three confident decision makers.

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To Tell the Truth COMPUTING THE CREDIBLE VS. INCREDULOUS BY CAROLYN JABS

ow do you make a good decision or form a sound opinion? For most adults, the answer is obvious. Find the best information you can from sources that have proved themselves to be reliable in the past.    For young people, things may not be as clear. By age 18, it’s estimated that 88% get much of their news from what’s shared on Facebook and other social media. Unfortunately, many kids aren’t able to evaluate what they find according to a highly publicized study from researchers at Stanford University. “Many assume that because young people are fluent in social media they are equally savvy about what they find there,” notes Professor Sam Wineburg, lead author of the report.  “Our work shows the opposite.”  Middle schoolers didn’t understand the difference between reported news and “sponsored content.”  High school students assumed that an unattributed photo proved the truth of a story. And college students couldn’t detect the bias in a tweet. So what should parents do? Social media means that children — and adults — are becoming information sources for each other, so we need to take on some of the tasks that used to be done by editors. Start by talking to your children about what deserves to be shared online. Point out that false and biased information comes from many sources — deceptive advertising, satirical websites or organizations with an agenda. And then there’s “click bait” — tidbits so astonishing, outrageous or implausible that people click and share without thinking. These so-called stories are created simply to generate revenue. The more clicks, the more revenue. Anyone who shares one of these items is essentially letting an unscrupulous person make money off them and their friends. No one, including kids, likes to be duped by bad information. To help your child develop the savvy to evaluate what he or she finds online, talk regularly about how important it is to be skeptical and ask the following questions: IS IT WORTH READING? According to a study at Columbia University, 59 percent of links shared on Twitter have never

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actually been clicked. Kids show respect for their friends by sharing only things that they were willing to read or watch. Fake news sites in particular count on mindless sharing to make more money. WHO STANDS BEHIND IT? Encourage kids to track stories back to the website where they originated. What’s the purpose of the website? How are they funded? How do they pay contributors or staff? Are they trying to sell a product or promote an agenda?  To answer these questions, kids may need to do a little detective work. Check the “About Us” page and scroll down the home page to find out who owns the copyright to the material. Look at the URL. Some fake news sites reel in the unsuspecting with addresses that are deceptively close to legitimate sites. Point out extensions — .gov is a government agency, .edu is colleges and universities and .ru is a site that originates in Russia. (A complete extension list is available at Webopedia, tinyurl.com/48t5r). Lists of sites that play fast and loose with the facts are available from Snopes, a website that has been debunking Internet hoaxes for a long time (tinyurl.com/zjzvuf2) and by Melissa Zimdar, a media professor at Merrimack College (tinyurl.com/jtrnbz8).  Another website, realorsatire.com allows you to plug in URL’s to find out whether an article comes from a fake or biased website.      WHAT’S THE SOURCE? Help children understand sources by talking about who they trust at school. Some kids are genuine

authorities in different areas — they know the stats for the sports team or can tell you when assignments are due. Others have a reputation for spreading rumors or even telling lies. The same thing is true online. A story is worth sharing only if it comes from reliable sources. The sources should be named and, in most cases, there should be more than one. They should be people who are qualified to have an opinion because they’ve studied the topic, done research, or have relevant experience.   CAN THE STORY BE CONFIRMED? Anyone can say anything online. Teach kids to Google stories and, for that matter, authors to find out whether anyone else finds them credible. A story that appears in one place or is based on a single tweet should be discounted. You can also point older kids to websites that help differentiate good information from bogus claims. Healthnewsreview.org evaluates stories about medical research. Politifact.com and Factcheck.org try to verify claims by politicians.  Tineye.com helps users track down photographs to see if they’ve been manipulated.  WHAT’S THE TONE? Many online stories are designed to trigger strong feelings such as fear, anger or even hatred. Encourage your child to pay attention to words that manipulate or inflame emotions. Point out that people should be especially careful about sharing stories of this kind. The question should always be: will sharing this make the world a better place?     Obviously, much of what’s shared on social media isn’t serious, and kids don’t need to apply this level of scrutiny to animal videos or other playful posts. At the same time, children — and adults — should be aware that they and others are using the information they get through social media to make decisions about social, political and health issues. As the Stanford researchers put it, “Never have we had so much information at our fingertips. Whether this bounty will make us smarter and better informed or more ignorant and narrow-minded will depend on our awareness of this problem and our

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New Directions A ROAD WELL TRAVELED GUIDES LIFE LESSONS BY GREGORY KEER

“Jamie’s. Don’t worry, Dad, it’s the one with the most safety features.” “And you’re driving in shifts?” “Of course. All four of us will take a turn driving.” “Four dudes in a car with luggage?

t was my eldest son’s first winter break

That’s going to be a close fit.”

since he started college, and I was so

“It’ll be fine.”

happy to have him home that I had all

I stopped at this. After all, my son was

distracting each other,” Joe’s mom said. “We’ll be fine, I promise,” Joe replied. “You’re all staying at Mitchell’s house?” Jamie’s mom continued. “Does his mother know that?” “She definitely knows,” my son confirmed. “Well, we’ve certainly all had Mitchell stay with us over the years,” Wendy offered.

kinds of plans. We’d watch movies, take in a

old enough for a road trip, despite my

“Last summer, he sent just his laundry

concert, hit up a couple of his favorite food

worries. Best of all, he was going with

with Benjamin on a staff day off.”

joints, and just sit around so I could stare

some of his closest buddies to visit another

at my first born.

pal in the next state. Over the course of

examples of how the boys have managed to

Benjamin had other plans.

10 years, these kids became friends at

extend their relationships to each other’s

“How many days are you planning for

overnight camp, where they lived, played,

families. Skeptical as we were that night,

ate, got in trouble, and eventually worked

we made a few more micromanaging

as counselors together each summer.

suggestions about eating, driving, and

this road trip?” I asked. “Not that long, maybe seven,” Benjamin

Along with those kids came great

replied. “Seven days? That’s a whole week,” I

parents, some of whom voiced the same concerns when we met for dinner the night

said, deflated. Benjamin put a consoling hand on my shoulder, our father-son roles reversed. “It’ll be OK, Dad. I’ll have plenty of time to hang out with you when I get back.” Fighting my selfish inclinations, I recovered my concerned parent persona. “Whose car are you taking?”

before the boys’ journey. “How many of you are packing into the car?” Jamie’s mom inquired.

We all laughed at this, one of many

being safe, then collectively gave them our blessing for their adventure. In this month of February, as my wife and I make the final decision on sending our younger two boys to overnight camp, we are bolstered by the benefits we’ve

“Now it’s five,” Jamie said.

seen Benjamin receive from his summer

“Comfy,” Joe’s dad quipped.

experiences. His months away with the

“That’ll smell good,” Jamie’s dad added.

guys he road-tripped with, as well as

““You have to be careful about not

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him shared experiences that go well beyond what he had during school terms. Overnight camp allowed these boys to see each other at their best and worst, in the early morning and middle of the night. They formed bonds that have made them feel like family. Mind you, tuition for overnight camp has been expensive, often to the point where we’ve struggled to finance the costs. Yet, of all the things we have spent money on, camp has brought golden value not only to Benjamin, but also to our other boys. They’ve learned independence, tried activities that expanded their selfconfidence, and managed to survive on food they sometimes didn’t like. Most of all, though, they have been

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educated in the complexity of socialization. Without parent hovering, but under the care of trained counselors and professional supervisors, they’ve lived and played with all kinds of people. They’ve had to get along with kids they didn’t like and some that didn’t like them. Because of round-theclock time with each other, sometimes the dislikes turned into likes. Our boys have had to learn about emotions in themselves and others, even early romance, that could not be explored in a typical school day.

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friendships my eldest has with his roadtrip buddies, it is apparent that camp is helping them gain the skills to find deep relationships. Regarding that road trip, Benjamin and his band of merry men managed to come home in one piece. They made some mistakes, but also learned from an experience no parent can ever really teach. As we did with overnight camp, we had followed the belief that the best thing a parent can do is launch our kids, then let them learn on their own. Of course, it helps when they have good friends to go along for the ride. Gregory Keer is an award-winning

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SUMMER is the perfect time to dig deep within one’s self,

discover new talents and conquer old fears. It’s a time to make new friends and strengthen skills. All of this, and more, is possible at CAMP. Here’s a look at some programs in BROWARD COUNTY and beyond that will expand your child’s world.

GENERAL DAY CAMPS America’s Leaders

Coral Springs Charter School, 3205 N. University Dr., Coral Springs 954-748-5977 americasleaders.net Two camps to choose from for girls ages 5-12. Cheerleading Camp with dance, leadership and more; and Smart Camp with crafts, games, in-house field trips and other activities. Register by the week. Camp runs June 12-August 4. Before and aftercare free, no registration fees, early registration discount.

American Heritage Summer Day Camps •Plantation: 12200 W. Broward Blvd. 954-472-0022 ext. 3043 •Delray Beach: 6200 Linton Blvd. 561-637-2440 ahsummerprograms.com Day Camp and Specialty Camps are offered at each campus. Some of the many camp activities include: indoor and outdoor sports,

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swimming, archery, nature center, art rooms, technology labs, game rooms, field trips, carnivals, animal encounters, and magic shows. Specialty Camps: Robotics, Science Adventure, Video Production, Musical Theatre, Art, Lacrosse, Baseball, Soccer, and Tennis.

Broward County Parks Summer Recreation Program

Available at six neighborhood parks: •Boulevard Gardens Community Center (ages 6-10) 954-357-6867 •Franklin Park (ages 6-17) 954-357-7080 •Lafayette Hart Park (ages 6-17) 954-357-7970 •Reverend Samuel Delevoe Park (ages 6-17) 954-357-8801 •Roosevelt Gardens Park (ages 6-17) 954-357-8700 •Sunview Park (Teens ages 13-17 only) 954-357-6520 Broward.org/Parks This free program is offered from 9am-5pm Mondays through Fridays from June 19 to August 11. Indoor and outdoor activities include arts and crafts, fishing clinics, SWIM Central instruction, nutrition information, game-room activities, special events, field trips, exercise, Broward Star Time talent competition, guest speakers, and more. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.

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Camp Cambridge •Coral Springs: 954-796-1177 •Weston: 954-217-8566 •Pembroke Pines: 954-430-3388 •Wellington: 561-791-0013 cambridgepreschools.com Children ages 18 months-2nd grade will enjoy a recreational curriculum that emphasizes the Cambridge Schools philosophy of hands-on, brains-on development. Mature staff will guide the children through a fun summer experience filled with waterplay, sensory activities, in-house field trips, weekly themes and so much more. On-site swimming pool. Private and group lessons offered to all.

Camp Chameleon

Camplingua.com (954)642-CAMP

Markham Park, 16001 State Rd. 84, Sunrise 954-815-9054 campchameleon.com Kids can enjoy playful summer days participating in activities that include non-competitive sports, art, fishing, aquatics and daily field trips. Programs include Young Chameleons for grades K-5, Chameleon Teen Camp for grades 6-8 and Counselors in Training for grades 9-10.

Camp Kadima at the David Posnack JCC 5850 S. Pine Island Rd., Davie 954-434-0499 Dpjcc.org Camp Kadima offers a camp experience for every interest, sports, theater, adventure, travel, tech and more. Open to all. New this year, no membership required, new field trips and new adventures.

Camp Live Oak •Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, A1A & Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, 954-563-4880 •Oleta River State Park, 163 Street & Intracoastal, North Miami, 305-940-4748 •Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, 6503 N. Ocean Dr., Dania Beach, 954-563-4880 campliveoakfl.com ACA accredited day camp offered at three beautiful state parks. Outdoor environmental camp includes hands on science, canoeing, archery, fishing, arts and crafts, surfing, paddle boarding, scuba diving, field trips and full immersion Spanish camp for ages 5-13. Teen Eco Experience, ages 14-16. Science of the Seas Camp at the Dania Beach location, ages 5-13. Bus service available. Counselors are certified teachers. Weekly rates, sibling, and early bird discounts available. Healthy lunch available.

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Camp Nova at NSU University School

3375 SW 75 Ave., Davie  954-262-4528 uschool.nova.edu/summer Camp Nova, for grades kindergarten-11, includes options in Engineering, Archery, Sports, Art Technique, Innovation & Creation Lab, Dance, Video Production, Martial Arts, Digital Photography, and more. Specialty camps include lifeguard, teen travel, CIT Program, sleepover camp, marine science, and theatre. Additional activities include swimming, off campus and in house field trips, and more. A Post Camp takes place August 7-11.

Camp Sagemont

1570 Sagemont Way, Weston 954-384-1894 campsagemont.com Since 1996, Camp Sagemont has transformed summer camp excitement into lifetime camp friendships and memories for children 3 years old through grade 8. Camp Sagemont has unique experiences for every camper with family friendly “camp by the week” flexibility. Camps include traditional day camp, sports and travel, academic programs, specialty camps and more.

Children’s Services Council (CSC) Maximizing Out-Of-School Time (MOST) Summer Programs

cscbroward.org Various locations throughout Broward County CSC summer programs provide a safe, positive environment for elementary school children from economically-disadvantaged families, and children ages 3-22 with behavioral health and other special needs. Activities include academics, social and physical development, water safety lessons, snacks and meals, cultural arts, enrichment activities and more. Sliding fee scale. To find a CSC funded MOST program call 2-1-1.

Creative Child Learning Center

Locations in Coral Springs-Parkland, Davie-Plantation, Weston-Sunrise creativechildlearningcenter.com Two camps, Camp Explorer for grades kindergarten-5 and Preschool Summer Camp for infants-pre-kindergarten, offer ageappropriate activities including splash days, hands-on curriculum, cooking, science, art, field trips and more.

Mailman Segal Center Summer Exploration Camp

7600 SW 36 St., Davie 954-262-6914 nova.edu/earlychildhood Exclusively for ages 2-5, the Mailman Segal Center’s Summer Exploration Camp at NSU fills summer days with fun and exciting learning opportunities. The camp features an interactive water-play fountain, an outdoor art studio, four unique and exciting playgrounds and indoor classrooms where children can play, learn, and explore. Science, music, ceramics, cooking, and art are just a few of the many activities offered.

SUMMER FUN at Camp Nova for ages 5 - 17 Camp Activities Archery Arts and Crafts Cake Decorating Camp Olympics Cheerleading Dance

Digital Photography Engineering Field Trips Fun Fridays Halloween in July Magic Shows

Martial Arts Scavenger Hunts Sports Swimming Video Game Design Wacky Wednesdays

Specialty Camps Baseball Basketball C.I.T. Program Golf

Junior Lifeguard Lacrosse Marine Science Overnight

Soccer Teen Travel Tennis Theatre Volleyball

Summer Scholars This program gives both public and private school students the opportunity to enrich their summer with learning experiences in Reading, Mathematics, Foreign Language, Writing, and Language Arts within a challenging and supportive environment.

Camp Dates

June 12 – August 4 Two-Week Sessions Available Post Camp Sessions run from August 7 – 18 (daily field trips) Camp hours are: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (before and after care available) Hot lunches and snacks are included.

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St. Mark’s Episcopal School Summer Program

1750 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 954-563-4508 saintmarks.com St. Mark’s Episcopal offers a rich and engaging day camp program for children from early childhood to grade 6. Children entering PK-2–Kindergarten enjoy an age-appropriate, full or half-day camp experience, while day campers in grades 1-6 participate in a number of enriching activities and field trips. Specialty camps include drama, musical theater, sports, and art. New Academic Programs for Kindergarten through grade 8 include study skills, test preparation, robotics, reading, writing and math enrichment, as well as typing skills.

Kids ages 3-5 can stay active, have fun and continue learning all summer long. • Weekly themes • Gym time • Music • Art • Fun Learning

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5451 SW 64 Ave., Davie 954-584-3466 summitquesta.com Summer sports and science camp for ages 6-10 with a variety of sports, activities and field trips. Half day academic camp available for ages 6-10. Specialty classes in music, arts, and academic programs offered. PK3-K Montessori Camp offers enrichment lessons with special activities and events. VPK space is limited.

The Factory of Fun

Locations in Weston, Tamarac, Pembroke Pines, Hallandale and Brickell thefactoryoffun.com Bilingual camp activities include tennis, swimming, art, science labs, field trips, cooking, crafts, games, water play and more. Ages 1-12. Daily, weekly and full summer sessions available.

YMCA of Broward County

954-334-9622 ymcasouthflorida.org Take on summer at five Broward County YMCA locations: Greater Hollywood YMCA Family Center, LA Lee YMCA Family Center, Parkland YMCA Family Center, Pembroke Pines YMCA Family Center and Weston YMCA Family Center.

SPECIALTY CAMPS

All Out Skateboarding

Locations at indoor and outdoor skate parks throughout South Florida 954-391-5234 alloutskateboarding.com A specialized camp for skaters of all ages and skill levels with skateboarding instruction from top coaches.

Barb Koster’s Riding Academy

5261 Hancock Rd., Southwest Ranches 754-234-5981 barbkostersridingacademy.com Campers participate in a full day of riding as well as lessons about safety, grooming, tacking and horsemanship.

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Bright & Smart, Engineering Skills for Kids

Locations in Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and Pembroke Pines 954-816-3346 brightandsmart.com A fun, weekly enrichment camp that teaches boys and girls basic engineering skills through hands-on robot assembly, coding and teamwork. Camp choices are Lego Robotics, Master Builder, Minecraft & 3D Design/Printing, App Design with Advanced Robotics and Girl’s Power. Age requirements apply to each program.

Camp Lingua

1200 S. Flamingo Rd., Davie  954-642-CAMP (2267) CampLingua.com Language Immersion Summer Camp includes: Spanish, English or French daily classes and lab reinforced by engaging activities in the language of study, including culture, arts, crafts, dance, music, cooking, and much more. Field trips, water days, sports, primitive outdoors, camp spirit days, offered in native English. Early bird pricing through March. Open House February 25 from 10am-1pm. Before and after care available.

Camp Wild at Sawgrass Nature Center

3000 Sportsplex Dr., Coral Springs 954-752-9453 sawgrassnaturecenter.org Children ages 6-12 will enjoy fun, hands-on activities including outdoor exploration, science experiments, animal interactions and nature crafts.

German and English Summer Camps

4200 N. 65 Ave., Davie 954-288-7599 germanschoolfl.com Full immersion German and English summer camps. Weekly or monthly sessions run from June 1-August 31.

Gymboree Play & Music 1314 SW 160 Ave., Weston 954-900-2799 gymboreeclasses.com Kids ages 3-5 can stay active, have fun and continue learning all summer long. Themes change weekly. All camps include gym time, music, art, and fun learning.

IMACS - Institute for Mathematics & Computer Science Locations in Weston, Plantation and Boca Raton 954-791-2333 or 561-470-1178  imacs.org/summercamp Exercise your child’s mind this summer. IMACS Hi-Tech Summer Camp combines serious academic benefits with fun and excitement. Activities include Computer Programming, Virtual Robotics, Electronics, Logic Puzzles & Math. Flexible schedule (one or more weeks; partial and full-day sessions). Ages 6-17. Visit an Open House for a chance to win a free week of camp.

CITY OF MIRAMAR

SUMMER CAMP 2017 REGISTRATION DATES:

Residents: Saturday, March 18th at OPEN HOUSE 9AM - 1PM. Miramar Town Center | 2300 Civic Center Place, Miramar, FL 33025 Non-Residents: Monday, April 3rd at camp location of your choice. Children Services Council (CSC) Grant: Monday, March 27th Locations: Fairway Park Child Care Center and Miramar Youth Enrichment Center

TWEEN-2-TEEN CAMP SPORTS CAMP

Children ages 6-12 learn the basics of different sports activities each week. All levels are invited to participate. Miramar Youth Enrichment Center, 954-602-4780 #0; Ansin Sports Complex, 954-602-4990 #0; Sunset Lakes Community Center, 954-602-3340 #0

This group of active 13 to16-year-olds will be getting together every Monday through Thursday to enjoy field trips and more at Miramar Youth Enrichment Center. 954-602-3319

JUMP START

INTO KINDERGARTEN SUMMER CAMP This camp offers a fun and educational program created to assist children in the transition from preschool to kindergarten to keep children learning and engaged over the summer. Silver Shores (Lic.46021); Youth Center (Lic.45706); Sunset Lakes (Lic.46209), Fairway Park (Lic. 45833)

SUMMER SWIM CAMP

This camp is designed for children ages 6-12 who love to swim or want to learn to swim. 954-883-6955

MIRAMARVELS CAMP

A traditional summer day-camp for children who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade. The summer will be filled with fun-themed activities, field trips and more! 954-883-5230. Available at the following licensed centers: Youth Center (Lic.45706); Silver Shores (Lic.46021); Sunset Lakes (Lic.46209)

LITTLE BROADWAY M.O.S.T. CAMP

MAXIMIZING OUT-OF-SCHOOL-TIME This camp, partially funded through the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services Council, includes academic enrichment activities, physical fitness activities, nutrition education and healthy snacks. Fairway Park (Lic. 45833) 954-602-4797 and Miramar Youth Enrichment Center 954-602-4780

SUMMER CAMP This seven-week program is for children 7-13 years old that embraces the visual and performing arts and culminates with a public theater performance. Miramar Cultural Center For information, call 954-602-4528

CAMP LOCATIONS Ansin Sports Complex | 10801 Miramar Boulevard Fairway Child Care Center | 3700 Largo Drive Miramar Cultural Center | 2400 Civic Center Place Miramar Regional Park Aquatics Complex | 16801 Miramar Parkway Miramar Youth Enrichment Center | 7000 Miramar Parkway

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NEW LOCATION! Pembroke Pines City Center

2017 SUMMER CAMP LINE-UP Doctor Doolittle JR Music Man JR • Honk JR Cats • The Addams Family You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown For more information:

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1130 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek 954-979-7105 jasouthflorida.org/camp A summer experience for budding entrepreneurs and future business leaders that focuses on work readiness, personal finance and entrepreneurship skills. Weekly sessions for ages 8-13 (after grade 3), and Leaders in Training for ages 14-16 (after grade 8).

Junior Farmers’ Camp

Tradewinds Park & Stables, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek 954-357-8870 Children ages 5-8 can learn how to be a farmer by spending time with a number of barnyard animals; learning how to feed, groom, and maintain farm animals; learning basic handling of ponies and going for a pony ride; driving a pony and cart and more. Morning and afternoon sessions available. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.

Museum of Discovery and Science Summer Camps

401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale 954-713-0930 mods.org • Weeklong camps are designed to give children ages 6-12 entire days filled with exploration and hands-on learning. Camp runs from 9am-5pm; before and after care is available. Camp fee includes all workshop materials, chaperoned exhibit exploration and IMAX film. Campers should bring two snacks, lunch and a drink. Subway Cafe is available as a lunch option. • Ocean Explorers Camp for grades 7 & 8 includes two days at the Museum and three days at FAU’s SeaTech in Dania Beach exploring coastal marine and coral reef ecosystems. Campers will conduct estuary and barrier island field work and tour FAU’s ocean engineering and electronics labs, submarine, and flow tunnel. Plus, learn about sea turtles, marine science careers, and design, build, and race a solar-powered boat.

Mia Cake House

1739 N. University Dr., Plantation 954-319-0939 miacakehouse.com Aspiring bakers can have a sweet summer break creating and decorating goods such as cupcakes, cakes, cookies and cake pops as well as learning to mold toppers with fondant, the art of pastry making and more.

Nature Detectives

Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Rd. South, Coconut Creek, 954-357-5198 Participants, ages 8 to 11, will explore the various habitats at Fern Forest through hands-on experiences, crafts, and activities. Two half-day, week-long sessions are available – from Monday, June 19 through Friday, June 23 and from Monday, July 31 through Friday, August 4. The program runs from 9am to noon. Space is limited. Fee: $75/person per week.

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Sports Broadcasting Camp at FAU MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE

Day Camp Adventures Ages 6 -12

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (before and after care available)

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mods.org 401 SW Second Street • Downtown Fort Lauderdale

800-319-0884 playbyplaycamps.com Boys and girls ages 10-18 can learn from the pros, meet sports celebrities and make play by play, reporting, sports anchor, and PTI style tapes. Host your own sports talk radio show, and much more. June 12-16.

Summer Horse Camps

Tradewinds Park & Stables, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, 954-357-8870  Kids ages 9-16 receive instruction in grooming, saddling, horse care and maintenance, tack and equipment, and other activities. All students will also receive riding instruction, weather permitting. Pre-registration required.

CREATIVE ARTS

Boca Museum Art School Summer Camp

801 W. Palmetto Park Rd., Boca Raton 561-392-2503 bocamuseum.org Weekly summer camp for ages 5-12. Fun, creative time filled with drawing, painting, pottery, sculpting, cartooning, and physical activities, games, and films. June 5 to August 11. $275 per week, 9am-4pm, early and late care offered. Financial aid available.

Young At Art Summer Art Camp

751 SW 121 Ave., Davie 954-424-5031 YoungAtArtMuseum.org Have an ARTRageous summer at Young At Art Museum’s Summer Art Camp. Choose from Art Exploration, Digital Art & Film, Ceramics & Sculpt, Drawing Painting & Printmaking and Performance Art Camps. Experience cuttingedge art studios, private classrooms and four exciting hands-on exhibit galleries daily. Camp highlights include hands-on art instruction, museum play, special guest artist visits, library exploration, outdoor and water play. Ages 3-14.

DANCE AND PERFORMING ARTS Broward Center for the Performing Arts

•Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale •Pembroke Pines City Center, 601 City Center Dr., Pembroke Pines •Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188 St., Aventura Call 954-462-0222 or visit browardcenter.org to reserve space in any of the camps. Sessions are offered for different age groups at each of the three locations: Acting Up (ages 6-9); Broadway Bound (ages 10-13); and Company Group (ages 13-18). The camp offers a fun introduction into the world of theater, both onstage and behind the scenes. The program culminates with campers performing live on stage. Young Professionals Summer Camp: (ages 13-18) Advanced level of study. Campers perform in professional production. Audition required.

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Florida Children’s Theatre

(formerly Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theatre) Camps are held at The Galleria Mall with performances at Bailey Hall  954-763-6882 flct.org Campers grades 2-10 work with professional instructors in acting, music, and dance to mount a full-scale production at the end of each four-week session. This year, they will perform Disney’s The Lion King Experience, Jr. and The Wizard of Oz. Creative Drama is offered for ages 4-7 (pre-K through first grade), with a different theme for each one-week session.

SUMMER LEARNING American Heritage Summer Institute

•Plantation:12200 W. Broward Blvd. 954-472-0022 ext. 3053 •Delray Beach: 6200 Linton Blvd. 561-495-7272 ext. 207 ahsummerprograms.com An academic enrichment program for high achievers in grades PK3-12 with a dedicated faculty comprised of career educators and professionals currently practicing in their fields. Some of the course offerings include: Early Elementary Enrichment, Writing Workshops, Math, Coding, Robotics, Science Adventure, Art, Video Production, Medical Terminology, Embryology, Business Law, SAT/ACT Prep, and Visual Concepts.

American Heritage Summer School

•Plantation: 12200 W. Broward Blvd. 954-472-0022 ext. 3053 •Delray Beach: 6200 Linton Blvd. 561-495-7272 ext. 207 ahsummerprograms.com A proven summer program with over 50 years of success. For students in grades PK3-12, class sizes are small, teachers are certified and highly experienced, and weekly progress reports keep parents informed. Free morning bus transportation is provided throughout Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade Counties. Summer School/Summer Camp combo is offered.

PROGRAMS

Environmental Day Camp at Birch and Oleta State Parks

OPEN HOUSE

APRIL 18-Dania APRIL 19-FTL APRIL 20-Miami 4:30 to 6 pm

CALL FOR DETAILS

Science of the Sea Camp at Dr. Von D.Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park

3 SOUTH FLORIDA LOCATIONS:

• Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, Ft. Lauderdale • Oleta River State Park, North Miami Beach • Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, Dania Beach

10% SIBLING DISCOUNT • EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

• Spring Camp: Daily and Weekly rates • Summer Camp: Weekly & Session rates • Ages 5 to 16. Extended care, lunch, transportation available

SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPS Camp Atlantis Academy

11411 NW 56 Dr., Coral Springs 954-752-7571 AtlantisAcademy.com Campers in grades K-12 have three activity-based learning programs to choose from: Summer Fun Camp, Academic Camp, High School Credit Recovery and Middle  School Grade Recovery. Summer Fun Camp activities include swimming, sports, field trips, arts & crafts and more. Academic Camp is based on a personalized academic program including reading, language arts and math instruction.

Fort Lauderdale 954-563-4880 • Miami 305-940-4748 FOR MORE DETAILS & ONLINE REGISTRATION

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Camp Coral Kids

954-344-3344 browardhealth.org/camp Organized by Broward Health Coral Springs, this is South Florida’s only day camp for children with Type 1 diabetes. Offers a full range of camp activities and day trips, plus insulin management, glucose monitoring and nutritional guidance for ages 5-11, all under medical supervision. June 12-23. Call for location and details.

Camp DMC

CAMP ATLANTIS

a combination of summer fun and academics, for children K-12th Grade High School Credit Recovery and Middle School Recovery also available Now accepting applications for the 2017–18 school year for children of diverse abilities or those struggling in their current learning environment. Accredited by SACS and CASI, a division of AdvancED

On and off campus activities include: Swimming, Museums, Skating, Movies, Sports, Arts & Crafts and more!

www.atlantisacademy.com CORAL SPRINGS

11411 NW 56 Drive 954-752-7571

MIAMI

9600 SW 107 Ave. 305-271-9771

WEST PALM BEACH 1950 Prairie Rd. 561-642-3100

BOCA MUSEUM ART SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP

BOCA MUSEUM

ART SCHOOL

SUMMER CAMP So much fun kids don’t know they’re learning!

Located at Camp Owaissa Bauer, 17001 SW 264 St., Homestead 305-351-7026; 954-944-2709 camperinsouthflorida.org Created and funded by The Moyer Foundation, Camp Erin is a nationwide network of free bereavement camps for children and teens ages 6-17 who have experienced the death of someone close to them. The weekend-long experience consists of camp activities combined with grief education and emotional support, facilitated by grief professionals and trained volunteers. Camp takes place March 24-26.

City of Pembroke Pines Special Population Program

City of Pembroke Pines Charter Central School, 12350 Sheridan St.  For ages 6-22. Camp includes an educational component as well as fun activities including field trips, games, sports, arts and crafts, swimming and more. Call 954-986-1582 for information.

Coconut Creek

Boca Museum Art School 801 West Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton, FL 33486

Cartooning, painting, sculpting, drawing, and active play www.bocamuseum.org/artschool

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Camp Erin

CITY CAMPS

Cartooning, painting, sculpting, drawing and indoor active play Art projects geared to age groups: 5 to 7, 8 to 10, 11 to 12 years

954-385-6243 nicklauschildrens.com Nicklaus Children’s Dan Marino Outpatient Center provides a fun-filled educational and behaviorally therapeutic summer program conducted by trained professionals including certified teachers, behavior specialists and education aides. Ages 5-12. Call for location and details.

954-956-1580 coconutcreek.net Summer camp program available to children ages 6-13. Camp takes place at Coconut Creek Community Center, 1100 Lyons Rd., and Coconut Creek Recreation Complex, 4455 Sol Press Blvd.

Cooper City

954-434-4300 x233 coopercityfl.org For Cooper City residents only. Summer Fun program provides a fun filled day for children entering grades 1-4 at the Cooper City Community Center, 9000 SW 50th Place Camp C.C.H.S. program is for grades 5-8. Swimming, sports, weekly field trips, games, pizza pool parties, arts & crafts and more at Cooper City High School, 9401 Stirling Rd.

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2017

JOIN US FOR NINE WEEKS OF SUMMER FUN Visit us at CampSagemont.com for all details.

Camp Sagemont

Sports Camp

Art & Drama/Vocal Camps

LIT-Leadership Program

S.T.E.M. Camps

Travel Adventure Camp & Teen Travel Camp

Academic Advantage Plus & ESL Advantage Plus

Upper School ESL Advantage Plus

(PreK3-3rd grade) 9 weekly sessions. Enjoy a wide variety of fun-ﬁlled weekly activities including swimming, cooking, science, sports, shows and ﬁeld trips. (3rd-8th grade) Four 2-week sessions plus one week of Robotics. No matter your Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematical interests, you are bound to have fun learning through extreme investigations in STEM Camp or dive into the world of Marine Science!

(2nd-8th grade) 9 weekly sessions. Advance your sports skills in multiple sports. Field trips twice per week.

(4th-5th grade & 6th-8th grade respectively) 9 weekly sessions Challenge yourself during fun, adventurous, and exhilarating ﬁeld trips and team building activities in the tri-county area’s recreational and educational hot spots 2-3 days a week. Join in on exciting camp life during non-travel days.

(3rd-8th grade) Two 2-week sessions. Great for campers with an artistic or a creative ﬂair, or for those who just want to have fun learning how to create diﬀerent styles of art.

*Formerly known as summer school.

(1st-5th grade) Two 4-week sessions. Students will review, ﬁll in educational gaps, or advance in two selected areas of focus; reading, writing, mathematics, or critical thinking and study skills while enjoying a relaxed academic setting.

(9th-10th grade) Two 4-week sessions. Is there a leader in you? Learn the skills necessary to become a future camp counselor.

(6th-12th Grade) One 4-week session. Student’s English proﬁciency will be evaluated to create an individualized instruction plan for language improvement. ESL can be combined with the Teens Travel Camp or LIT program for ﬁeld trips.

Our camp is conveniently located in the heart of Weston and just minutes from I-75, I-595 and the Sawgrass Expressway. 1570 Sagemont Way • Weston, FL 33326 phone: 954.384.1894 • email: camp@sagemont.com

summer

exploration camp

2017

AT NSU’S MAILMAN SEGAL CENTER, AGES 2–5

SUMMER EXPLORATION CAMP FEATURES

KINDERGARTEN EXPLORATION CAMP

u trained and experienced staff members

Designed for children who are entering kindergarten in the fall, this well-balanced program utilizes literacy-based activities to build upon, and further develop, the math, science, and reading skills children have acquired in pre-K.

u hands-on, age-appropriate activities and planned curricula with a focus on targeted learning objectives u science and nature, cooking, art, and music and movement u action-packed special events

For more information, please contact us at (954) 262-6918 or visit nova.edu/preschoolsummer. 01-029-17SAT

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Coral Springs

coralsprings.org Various camp programs available including general elementary and teen, sports, art, music, dance, theater, cheerleading, and more. Call 954-345-2200 for locations and details.

Davie

Ask About... - Academic Camps

(Students entering 1st-5th Grade)

- Specialty Sports Week - VPK Program - Swim Lessons Available

EARLY CHILDHOOD (Ages 3-5)

ELEMENTARY CAMP (Ages 6-10)

• Montessori Academic Enrichment • Weekly Gymnastics • Special Events and Visitors • On-Campus Sports and Water Activities • 2-Week Spanish Immersion

• Basketball, Kickball, Volleyball Flag Football, Swim, and More! • Creative Arts/Science Experiments • Special Guests- Magicians & Mind Labs • Weekly Field Trips!

•Adventure Camp  954-236-8850 sunshinefl.com  Operated by Sunshine Child Programs at Pine Island Community Center, 3801 S. Pine Island Rd. For ages 5 (going into kindergarten) – grade 8. Weekly sessions available. Sports, games, group activities, swimming, arts and crafts, field trips, special presentations, talent show and more. •Summer Daze Camp Operated by Sunshine Child Programs at  two locations, Eastside Community Hall, 4300 SW 55 Ave.; and Ivanhoe Community Center, 6101 SW 48 Ave. For ages 5 (going into kindergarten) – grade 8 Weekly sessions available. Sports, games, group activities, swimming, arts and crafts, field trips, special presentations, talent show and more.

Deerfield Beach

deerfield-beach.com Choose from a variety of camp programs including day camps and specialty camps. Visit the website for locations and details.

Fort Lauderdale

fortlauderdale.gov Camp dates: Session 1: June 19 – July 14 Session 2: July 17 – August 11 •Camp Bass, 2750 NW 19 St., 954-828-8498 •Camp Carter, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., 954-828-5411 •Croissant Park Action Kids Camp, 245 W. Park Dr., 954-828-6155 •Camp Manors, 1340 Chateau Park Dr.,  954-828-5412 •Camp Oswald, 2220 NW 21 Ave., 954-828-6456 •Camp Riverside, 555 SW 11 Ave., 954-828-6153 •Camp Riverland, 900 SW 27 Ave., 954-828-5320 •Camp Warfield, 1000 N. Andrews Ave., 954-828-6120 •Holiday Park Sports Camp, 1150 G. Harold Martin Dr., 954-828-5383 Grades 1-5 and 6-8 (Ages 12-14). •Kool Kids Interactive Camp, Beach Community Center, 3351 NE 33 Ave.,  954-828-4610. Grades 1-5. •Fort Lauderdale Jr. Lifeguard Camp,  Fort Lauderdale Beach and the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Complex pool at 501 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-828-4595 •Tennis Camp, George English Park,  1101 Bayview Dr., 954-828-4620 Three week sessions; June 12-30, July 3-21, July 24-August 11. Ages 6-16.

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CAMP CAMBRIDGE

Keep cool in our pool! • On-site swimming pool supervised by Red Cross-trained staff • Experienced and mature staff • In-house field trips • Flexible schedules • Weekly sessions • Private and group swimming lessons

offered at all 4 Coral Springs 954.796.1177 Lic # 46437

locations

Pembroke Pines 954.430.3388 Lic # 46446

Wellington 561.791.0013 Lic # 50-51-0415323

Weston 954.217.8566 Lic # 46436

www.cambridgepreschools.com

Where do I want to go this summer?

Checkout all of ASP’s Options!

CAMP

ASP

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE CHILDREN Camp ASP Enrichment AM Enrichment Activities

INSTRUCTED BY SCHOOL BOARD TEACHERS FROM EACH SCHOOL

PM Activity Schedule: 3 Trips per Week LOCATIONS Park Trails Elementary in Parkland Manatee Bay Elementary in Weston Foxtrail Elementary in Davie Mirror Lake Elementary in Plantation Winston Park Elementary in Coconut Creek

CAMP RENEGADE

Camp ASP On–Site

On-Campus Activities: 2 Trips per Week LOCATIONS Deerfield Beach Elementary in Deerfield Beach Chapel Trail Elementary in West Pembroke Pines Hollywood Central Tradewinds Elementary in Coconut Creek

Camp Renegade at CB Smith Park

DAILY FIELD TRIPS WITH NO ACTIVITY FEES! LOCATIONS Park Trails Elementary in Parkland Manatee Bay Elementary in Weston TY Park in Hollywood Alphabetland Preschool in Coral Springs Alphabetland Preschool in Margate Alphabetland Preschool in North Lauderdale

CAMPS OPEN 7:30AM –6:00PM • SERVING CHILDREN AGES 6 THROUGH13

(must have completed kindergarten)

For a full summer schedule or any other information, stop by your ASP program of give us a call! Corporate Offices: 1520 Powerline Road Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 954-596-9000 1-888-720-2882 www.aspkids.com www.camprenegade.com Licensed and insured. We do not discriminate against any child on the basis of religion, race, national origin, color, sex or handicap.

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Hallandale Beach

hallandalebeach.org Activities include crafts, sports, free play, field trips, swimming, entertainment and end of summer celebration. Held at three locations: Peter Bluesten Park (ages 6-12); Johnson Park (ages 13-18); Foster Park (ages 6-12). Call 954-457-1452 for more information.

Hollywood

ST. MARK’S

SUMMER PROGRAMS

Make Your Mark in Life! Weekly Sessions June 5–July 28 PK2–Grade 8 Traditional Day Camp, Specialty Camps to include drama, musical theater, sports, and arts! Flexible Days and Weeks

SUMMER CAMP KICK OFF! Saturday, March 4 @ 10 am – 12 pm On the Field

June June 12 12 -- August August 11, 11, 2017 2017

954-815-9054

summerprogram@saintmarks.com www.saintmarks.com

Markham Markham Park Park State State Rd.84 Rd.84 & & Weston Weston Rd. Rd. Sunrise Sunrise

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954-563-4508 1750 East Oakland Park Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334

•Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) Camp South Broward High School, 1901 N. Federal Highway 954-921-3404 hollywoodfl.org Kids can have fun and learn a variety of skills with programs that include Video Game Design, Computer Graphics & Animation, Lego Robotics, Minecraft, Chess, Rainbow Loom, Science Labs and more. Call or see website for location and details. •M.O.S.T. (Maximizes Out of School Time) Summer Camps Focus on reading, math, science, social skills, nutrition, swimming and physical fitness. Fees are determined by income and include field trips and breakfast/lunch. Priority given to those that fall within the income guidelines. Locations and dates may vary. Call or see website for details. •Hollywood Beach Jr. Lifeguard Program Hollywood Beach Culture Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr., 954-921-3423 Activities include first aid, water safety, board & ocean kayaking skills, lifesaving techniques and ocean lifeguard competition. Ages 8-17. Four 2-week sessions, 9am-noon. •Science, Education and Adventure (S.E.A.) Camp Hollywood Beach Culture and Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr., 954-921-3600 Emphasis on marine life and natural science, marine biology, oceanography, water safety, and ecology and exploration of beach areas, marshes and natural habitats. Ages 8-14. •Sunshine Summer Camps 954-236-8850 sunshinefl.com David Park Community Center, 108 N. 33 Court, and Driftwood Community Center, 3000 N. 69 Ave. Weekly sessions for those entering kindergarten through grade 8. Weekly sessions available. Sports, games, group activities, swimming, arts & crafts, field trips, special presentations, talent show and more.

Lauderhill

954-572-1459 lauderhill-fl.gov Eight week program for children 5-12 (no pre-k) includes arts and crafts, field trips, swimming, sports, games, special events and more. Lunch included. Camp takes place at Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50 St.

Miramar

ci.miramar.fl.us A variety of programs available including: Summer Camp (K-5th grade), Sports Camp (6-12 years); Teen Camp (13-16 years); specialty camps and more. Check website for details.

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Camp begins June 19. Open to students ages 813. Leadership positions are also available.

SUMMER CAMP Register Now at JASouthFlorida.org/camp JA WORLD HUIZENGA CENTER AT BROWARD COLLEGE 1130 COCONUT CREEK BLVD, COCONUT CREEK, FL 33066 JASOUTHFLORIDA.ORG/CAMP 9549797100

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Engineering Skills for Kids Learn to Build & Code Teamwork • Computers • Robots

A FUN enrichment program that teaches kids basic engineering skills thru “hands-on” robot assembly, computer programming and teamwork.

North Lauderdale

954-724-7061 nlauderdale.org Camp activities include arts & crafts, games, sports and field trips. For children entering kindergarten through 8th grade. Call for location and details.

Spring Camp in Ft. Lauderdale & Plantation Summer Camp in Davie, FTL, Boca & Pembroke Pines Birthday Parties & Special Events Ongoing Afterschool & Saturday Programs STEAM Electives K-12

954-816-3346

Parkland ®

www.BrightAndSmart.com

JUNE 12-16, 2017

cityofparkland.org 954-757-4105 •Kids Camp: Grades K-5. Must be 5 years old on the first day of camp. Activities include field trips, special events, arts & crafts, sports, games and more. •Teen Camp: Grades 6-8. Activities include offsite field trips, special events, sports and games.

Pembroke Pines

ppines.com •Art Camp Fletcher Art & Cultural Center, 7960 Johnson St., 954-986-5027; and River of Grass ArtsPark, 17189 Sheridan St., 954-322-2597. Ages 6-11. •Tennis, Golf and Aquatics Camp Pembroke Lakes Golf and Racquet Club, 10500 Taft St., 954-431-4146 Ages 6-17. Half day and full day sessions available throughout the summer. Certified instructors teach tennis and golf in a fun learning environment. •River of Grass Actors’ Studio Drama Camp Susan B. Katz Theater, 17189 Sheridan St.,  954-986-5027. Acting workshops for children ages 8-11 and 12-14.

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•Soccer Summer Camp West Pines Soccer Park, 350 SW 196 Ave. Ages 6-16. Camp includes soccer training and games with certified trainers. Summer camp dates: June 12th-August 5th; 8 weeks long. Call 954-538-3696 or email rnunez@ppines.com for registration information.

Plantation

954-452-2510 plantation.org The City of Plantation offers a variety of age-appropriate summer camp programs including day camps, specialty camps, sports and more. Camps take place at parks, community centers and other locations throughout the city. See website for details.

Pompano Beach

pompanobeachfl.gov Variety of summer camps available. For details, age requirements, location and cost, see website.

Sunrise

954-747-4600 sunrisefl.gov Assignment lottery for Sunrise residents and non-resident children who attend a Broward County public school in Sunrise. See city website for lottery dates and deadlines. •Day Camp: held at a variety of elementary school sites. Arts and crafts, swimming, activities, field trips, and more. Grades 1-5.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION •Science Camp: held at Village Elementary. Science-related activities, field trips, and more. Grades 1-5. •Teen Day Camp: held at Piper High School. Arts and crafts, swimming, activities, field trips and more. For ages 11-15 or grades 6-9. •Theatre Camp: Campers will take center stage as they learn basic theater drama, and play production. Includes swimming and field trips. •Adventurous Beginners Camp: Specifically designed for youngsters entering kindergarten in the fall (turning 5 on or before Sept. 1.) •Sports Camps: Different program segments focus on skill development in each sport. For ages 7-15. Held at the Sunrise Athletic Complex and Flamingo Park.

Tamarac

954-597-3674 tamarac.org For ages 5-14. Activities include field trips, swimming, arts & crafts, outdoor and indoor activities. Camp is held at Tamarac Park, 7501 N. University Dr., June 19-August 11. Packets will be available at Tamarac Recreation Center, 7501 N. University Dr., or at the Tamarac Community Center, 8601 Commercial Blvd on February 27th.

Weston

Tennis Camp Weston Tennis Center, 16451 Racquet Club Rd. 954-389-8666 westontennis.com Program for high-level tournament-ready tennis players includes drills, tactics, strategy, match play, coaching, water activities, weekly team competition and more. For kids just starting the game of tennis, program includes drills, basic stroke progression, weekly team competition, water activities and more.

The City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department

Special Population Program

Summer Camp 2017

For children and adults ages 6-22 with special needs and varying disabilities Daily activities include recreational games, sports, arts & crafts, educational classes, swimming, field trips and much more! Participants must be independent in toileting and be able to administer their own medications with supervision.

June 12– August 4 • Hours: 7:30 am - 6 pm

SLEEP AWAY CAMP Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp

606 Valley View Ranch Rd., Cloudland, Georgia 706-862-2231 valleyviewranch.com A horse lovers’ paradise since 1954.  A’top Lookout Mountain, for 50 girls, 8-17;  1 to 9 weeks, 600 acres, English, Western, Barrels, Vaulting, and Trails.  CHA instructors teach beginner to advanced riders. Spend 4-6 hours daily with your own camp horse. The Jones family are third generation horse lovers, camp administrators, and equine educators.

SUMMER CAMP • Coding/Robotics • Field Trips • Swimming • Sports/ Archery • Games

City of Pembroke Pines Charter School 12350 Sheridan Street

• 7:30am-6:00pm for all day fun

(954)986-1582

VETERANS PARK 7600 NW 50th St. Lauderhill 954-572-1459

www.ppines.com sjeng@ppines.com

REACH YOUR TARGET AUDIENCE

After School Care, Winter, Spring and Summer Camps www.sunshinefl.com 954.236.8850

Wilton Manors 954-390-2130 wiltonmanors.com A wide range of activities including arts & crafts, double dutch, basketball, cheerleading, modeling, indoor and outdoor games, chorus, drama and more. Camp is held at Wilton Manors Elementary School, for ages 4-13.

For Children in Kindergarten Through Age 12

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Don’t Miss Our Next Summer Camp Special Section For more information please call 954-424-7405 or email info@browardfamilylife.com

SUMMER RIDING

PROGRAM

LOTS OF RIDING & FUN!

Mon-Fri 9am-3pm Sat 9am-3pm IN SW RANCHES

754-234-5981 www.barbkostersridingacademy.com

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FebruaryEvents

DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID

It’s Showtime!

MUSEUMS & EXHIBITS Egyptian Weekend

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4-5

A weekend of interactive fun includes an archeologist dig, pyramid cup stack building, hieroglyphics, mummification and more, celebrating the opening of the Lost Egypt exhibit at the museum. Included with paid admission of $16/adult, $13/child. MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6637 mods.org

Love Fest

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Explore how famous artists have created art to share their love with the world then make your own day-of-love art to take home. $12/Broward resident. 10am-6pm, YOUNG AT ART MUSEUM, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie, 954-424-0085 youngatartmuseum.org

Lady Bug Release

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Stop by the zoo on Valentine’s Day and watch as thousands of lady bugs are released. Activities also include craft stations, music and a lady bug costume contest. 11am-2pm, PALM BEACH ZOO, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach, 561-547-9453 palmbeachzoo.org

Lego Batman

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11-12

Wizard of Oz

Mike Super Magic and Illusion

Disney’s The Little Mermaid

Follow Dorothy and her crew down the yellow brick road with this radio-play version of the classic. $25. 7:30pm, BROWARD

Be mystified as Mike Super presents mind-boggling illusions in this family-friendly performance. 3pm, CORAL

An undersea adventure featuring Ariel, a mermaid who longs to be human. $35 and up. BROWARD

CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 Southwest Fifth Ave.,

SPRINGS CENTER FOR THE ARTS, 2855 Coral Springs Dr.,

Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222 browardcenter.org

Coral Springs, 954-344-5990 coralspringscenterforthearts.com

Miami City Ballet

Positively Africa

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3-4

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4-5

Miami City Ballet presents Serenade, Carousel Pas De Deux, Calcium Light Night and Glass Pieces. $20-$189. Saturday 8pm, Sunday 2pm. BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort

Lauderdale, miamicityballet.org

Little Red Riding Hood

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11

A puppet show featuring a new twist on an old favorite. 1:30 & 3pm, WESTON COMMUNITY CENTER, 20200 Saddle Club Rd., Weston, westonfl.org

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15

Dance and sing as a lively duo performs African music and dance. Free. 10:30-11:15am, NSU ALVIN SHERMAN LIBRARY,

3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd., Davie, 954-262-5477

Mutts Gone Nuts

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18

Expect the unexpected with this fun-filled performance featuring talented four-legged performers and some of the country’s top dog trainers. 11am, BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave.,

Fort Lauderdale, muttsgonenuts.com

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CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort

Lauderdale, 954-462-0222 browardcenter.org

March of the Penguins Live

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25

Broward Symphony Orchestra and guest conductor Jeffrey Schindler accompany a moving film that explores the lives of penguins in Antarctica. 7:30pm, BAILEY HALL AT BROWARD COLLEGE, 3501 SW Davie Rd.,

Davie, baileyhall.org

Swan Lake

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26

View the beauty and elegance of the State Ballet Theater of Russia dancers as they present this classical ballet. $26.50-$56.50. 2pm, PARKER PLAYHOUSE, 707 NE Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222 parkerplayhouse.org

A Batman-themed weekend where kids can create a bat mobile out of Legos, make masks, build a Gotham City Clock Tower, play echolocation games and more. Included with paid admission of $16/adult, $13/child. Noon-4pm, MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6637 mods.org

Ying Yang Art

FRIDAY-MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17-18

Experiment with negative and positive spaces and learn the technique of Zentangle patterns during this art project. Included with paid admission of $12/Broward resident. 10am-2pm, YOUNG AT ART MUSEUM, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie, 954-424-0085 youngatartmuseum.org

Night at the Museum FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24

Families can enjoy extended hours of museum exploration, shows, entertainment, exhibits and more, the last Friday of every month. $13.95/adult, $9.95/ child. 6-9pm, SOUTH FLORIDA SCIENCE CENTER, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, 561-832-1988 sfsciencecenter.org

Victorian Tea Party SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26

Sip tea and feel like it’s circa 1901 during this reenactment commemorating the birthday of Ivy Stranahan, Fort Lauderdale’s first school teacher and “First Lady.” $25; advanced registration required. 2pm, STRANAHAN HOUSE, 335 SE Sixth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-524-4736 stranahanhouse.com

FAIRS, FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS Seminole Tribal Fair & PowWow

Polynesian Cultural Festival

encounters, games, activities and more. Pre-register online by February 17 to receive free admission to A weekend-long celebration of Native American arts Flamingo Gardens, or register on-site for half-price and culture with dances, music, contests, arts, native admission. Free tote bags to the first 250 attendees. 9:30am-4:30pm, FLAMINGO GARDENS, 3750 S. foods, alligators and wildlife shows, and more. Flamingo Rd., Davie, browardfamilylife.com SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO, One Seminole Way, Hollywood, Arts Spark Kids Fest 800-683-7800 seminoletribe.com FRIDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10-12

Florida Renaissance Festival WEEKENDS, FEBRUARY 11-MARCH 26

Travel back in time in this village filled with sword fighters, minstrels, magicians, mudbeggars and more. $21/adult, $9/child. 10am until sunset. QUIET WATERS PARK, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, 954-776-1642 ren-fest.com

Deerfield Beach Pioneer Days FRIDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17-19

A city celebration featuring arts, crafts, live entertainment and a fireworks display on Saturday night. Free. Friday 6-10pm, Saturday 10am-10pm, Sunday 10am-5pm. MAIN BEACH PARKING LOT, SE Second Street and S. Ocean Way, Deerfield Beach, 954-480-4429 deerfield-beach.com

Broward Family Life 4th Annual Camp Connections Expo SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18

Find the perfect camp by exploring a wide variety of spring and summer camp options during a funfilled day packed with live performances, wildlife

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25-26

A celebration of island culture with an authentic Polynesian show, island music, hula contest, ukulele exhibition, and more. $10/adult, free/under 12. Noon-7pm, JACO PASTORIUS PARK, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, 954-938-9010 polynesiancultureassociation.com

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19

Kids can release their inner artist with creative, performing and visual arts activities, workshops, performances and demonstrations. $10/child, free/adult with paid child admission. 11am-4pm, SUGAR SAND PARK, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton, sugarsandpark.org

Orange Blossom Festival, Parade & Rodeo SATURDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25-26

Celebrate Davie’s agricultural roots with a parade, crafts, western carriage display, strawberry shortcake festival, live music, children’s area, and professional rodeo. A parade kicks off at 10am Saturday on Davie Road between SW 39 Street and Orange Drive. Free. Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 9am-5pm. DAVIE TOWN HALL, 6591 Orange Dr., Davie, 954-797-1181 davie-fl.gov

Butterfly Festival

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25

Festival features children’s rides, games, music, business expo, a fireworks display and butterfly kite flying. Free shuttle from Monarch High and Recreation Complex. 1-8:30pm, SABAL PINES PARK, 5005 NW 39 Ave., Coconut Creek, 954-545-6620 coconutcreek.net

Tour de Broward SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26

A day full of fun including a family walk, run, bike rally and children’s play area to raise money for Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Registration fees range from $10-$40 depending on the event and date of registration. The first event, a 100K ride, kicks off at 7am. MIRAMAR REGIONAL PARK, 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar, 954-905-5633 tourdebroward.com

Sistrunk Festival

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25

Celebrate Broward’s rich cultural heritage with an urban music festival and parade spotlighting the community’s traditions. Free. 9am-7pm, ALONG SISTRUNK BOULEVARD, from NW Ninth to NW 12th Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 754-779-4376 sistrunkfestival.org

Community Activities Harry Potter Book Night THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2

Dress the part and head to the library to celebrate the professors of Hogwarts with games, activities, and stories for all ages. Free. 7-8pm, NSU ALVIN SHERMAN LIBRARY, 3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd., Davie, 954-262-4543

First Friday Jams FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3

Music students are invited to bring their instruments and join the pros of the Gold Coast Jazz Society for an old-fashioned jam session. Free to participants and spectators. 7:30-9:30pm, ARTSERVE, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-524-0805 goldcoastjazz.org

Family Hayride and Campfire

FRIDAYS, FEBRUARY 3, 10 & 17

Enjoy a hayride around the park, and a marshmallow roast around a campfire to make s’mores. Advance tickets required. $3.50/person. Broward.org/parks. • February 3, 7-9:30pm, EASTERLIN PARK, 1000 NW 38 St., Oakland Park, 954-357-5190 • February 10, 7-9:30pm, TRADEWINDS PARK, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, 954-357-8870

• February 17, 6-9pm, T.Y. PARK, 3300 N. Park Rd., Hollywood, 954-357-8811

Woofstock

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4

A special day for dogs and dog lovers featuring entertainment, demonstrations, vendors, contests and a challenge lure course. Free. 11am3pm, SAWGRASS SANCTUARY, 237 N. New River Circle, Sunrise, sunrisefl.gov

Family Fun Day & Car Show

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4

Family event includes music, food trucks, bounce houses, entertainment, kids’ activities and a car show. Free. 10am-2pm, CORAL SPRINGS SPORTSPLEX, 2575 Sportsplex Dr., Coral Springs, 954-345-2119

Concert in the Park THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9

Stop by for music, food and family fun on the second Thursday of the month. 6pm, OLD DAVIE SCHOOL BANDSHELL, 6650 Griffin Rd., Davie, davie-fl.gov

Movies in the Park FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10

Bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy a free screening of The Jungle Book.

7pm, VILLAGES OF HILLSBORO PARK, 4111 NW Sixth St., Deerfield Beach, deerfield-beach.com/moviesinthepark

Tunes ‘N Trucks

Seventh Ave, Wilton Manors, wiltonmanors.com

International Festival

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10

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 Motowners. Food trucks begin serving at 6pm, music starts at 7pm. SUNRISE CIVIC CENTER,

10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, 954-747-4600 sunrisefl.gov

Moonlight Movie in the Park

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Bring blankets and lawn chairs to watch a screening of Ghostbusters: Answer the Call under the stars. Free. 7:30pm, WESTON REGIONAL PARK, 20200 Saddle Club Rd., Weston, 954-389-4321 westonfl.org

Music at Mickel

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17

Celebrate the start of the weekend with an evening of live acoustic rock and alternative music under the stars. Free. 7:30pm, MICKEL PARK

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.

CONCERT PAVILION, 2675 NW

Explore the world through food, crafts and entertainment. All ages. 1pm, WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, 954-765-1585 broward.org/library

All Aboard!

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18-19

Hop on the model steam train and ride on a half-mile track around a lake. Riders under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. $1.50/ride. 10am-4pm, TRADEWINDS PARK, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, 954-357-8870

Funtastic Fridays FRIDAYS

Bring the kids for some wholesome outdoor fun featuring a bounce house, face painters and more. 5-8pm, ARTSPARK AT YOUNG CIRCLE, Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway, Hollywood, 954-921-3500 visithollywoodfl.org

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Words of Wisdom »

Kid Crush

PINT-SIZED ROMEOS, SIXTH GRADE JULIETS BY RICK EPSTEIN

Valentine’s Day is approaching, so it’s time for my annual report on young love. But the story begins 10 years ago... Danny, the 4-year-old neighbor boy, was sitting in our yard bawling like a baby while my daughter Wendy, then only 2 years old, sat a few feet away, ignoring the wailing boy, scratching lines in the ground with a short stick. All concern, I asked, “Danny, what’s wrong?” “W-w-wendy won’t let me go ho-ho-home!” he sobbed. “Of course you can go home,” I said. Wendy was gazing up into a tree. Danny gave her an accusing look and scurried away. I asked, “What was that all about?” She would only say, “Him a big baby.” Wendy ought to know. She had been married to him three or four times. Whenever Wendy’s big sisters got bored, they’d find Wendy and Danny, dress them up and marry them to each other. I never witnessed these ceremonies, but I’ve seen a photo. Wendy wore socks on her hands to simulate gloves and held a bouquet of weeds. For a bridal train, she wore one of her mother’s half-slips on her head. Danny had no approximation of a tuxedo, but the big girls wanted a groom with some dash, so they’d stuffed him into an old Halloween tiger suit. With tail lying limp on the ground, he looked unhappy and overwhelmed while Wendy seemed to be enjoying the game. When Danny started school, he left Wendy two grades behind and never looked back. Now Wendy is 12 and has discovered Boys. And like Christopher Columbus with Alzheimer’s, she shouts the discovery to her crew every few minutes. Although the sixth-grade girls have gone boy crazy, the boys in our little town haven’t noticed. They are interested in skateboards, sports and video games. They would be just as likely to hold hands with a girl as they would dress their cats in baby bonnets and wheel them around in strollers. Apparently there are two or three boys in neighboring towns who are interested in girls. They are like Florida real-estate speculators of 100 years ago, early and few, rushing into what promises to soon become a crowded and hotly contested field. A raised eyebrow or a sly smile from one of these precocious playboys can send waves of jealousy, pleasure or outrage coursing through the girl population. Wendy is as hysterical as the rest. Based upon what I’ve heard her shrieking into the phone, she was “going out with” a boy

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named Tom at day-camp last summer. Don’t be misled by the term “going out with”; it has no literal meaning. It signifies only a commitment as thin as morning mist, but not as lasting. One of Wendy’s advisers told her that Tom was about to break up with her, which triggered a pre-emptive dumping by Wendy. The good news is that because each of these boys is responsible for the emotional excitement of a couple dozen girls, they don’t have time for deep and damaging relationships. Even so, this dizzy whirl of romance without affection, and friendship without loyalty, seems an unwholesome parody of decent human relationships. We’ve tried to interest Wendy in something besides clothes, makeup and pint-sized ladies’ men, but she appears to be obsessively training for an extreme sport — one that is rougher than ice hockey, messier than mud wrestling, and more brutal than bull-fighting. And when she makes varsity, trust me guys, you do not want to be wearing a tiger suit. Rick Epstein is the father of three girls, and author of Rookie Dad and The Right Number of Kids.

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