PB Parenting - Feb. 2022

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Contents Letter From the Publisher P. 4 PB Picks - P. 6 Fun Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day with Your Kids P. 8 Treasure Coast: Hello Treasure Coast Moms. Dads, and Grandparents P. 14 Treasure Coast To-Do's P. 15 Easy as 1...2...3... Party Planning Tips P. 16 Birthday Party Checklist P. 19 Party Planning Guide P. 20 Community News: PB County Library Celebrates Black History Month P. 24 Events and Things to Do P. 26

ON THE COVER Siblings Arya Jade, 7 years old, and Ezra Evangeline, 11 years old, are ready to celebrate Valentine's Day. The bond of sisters is lifelong. There is no better friend than a sister. Cover photos by Lynn of Lynn Studios, www.lynnstudios1.com.

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Letter From The Publisher Greetings, I am trying not to freak out as I write this letter but in less than a week I will officially be a mom to a teenager. YIKES! Right? My oldest child turns 13 this month.

I am thankful we have made it this far and personally a little scared of the road that lays ahead. It frightens me that in just 5 short years, they will be officially an adult!

I often reminisce of an easier time for birthdays when the kids were little and you would pick your favorite play place, invite their classmates, grab a face painter or character for entertainment. Those were some of my favorite parties. Birthday Celebrations are still fun but a little different now that they are older.

To help you throw the BEST BIRTHDAY Party ever we have put together our 11th annual Party Planning Guide! Party planning doesn't have to be difficult and we have put the best spots in the area together. Check it out starting on page 16.

February is also a great time to remind your partner and your kids that you care about them!

Valentine's Day is this month and we have some great ideas to include the kids in the celebration starting on page 8.

Finally, check out page 14 for a special announcement about our new edition coming to the Treasure Coast! PB Parenting is expanding our reach to the Treasure Coast area. Read all about it and meet our new Treasure Coast editor, Marianne!

Happy Parenting,

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Volume 11, Issue 2 | February 2022 PUBLISHER Felonice Merriman ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Jennifer Preville TREASURE COAST EDITOR Marianne Frances GRAPHIC DESIGN/PRODUCTION Felonice Designs, LLC Stephanie Davis PUBLISHER PHOTO BY: Lynn of Lynn Studios www.lynnstudios1.com WRITERS & CONTRIBUTORS Felonice Merriman CONTACT PB PARENTING

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PB Picks Celebrate Black History Month (February) and Women's History Month (March) with three new biographies from National Geographic that feature three game-changing, inspirational women of color who have made an indelible mark on the world. Speak Up, Speak Out! The Extraordinary Life of Fighting Shirley Chisholm and National Geographic Readers (Level 2) Stacey Abrams and Kamala Harris are all available on Amazon.com. Extensively researched and reviewed by experts, Shirley Chisholm shows us how you can make change happen when you speak up and speak out.

Read all about these change-makers for Black History month.

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In 2017, KicksBySammy evolved into an online custom accessories company that caters to an array of ages and genders. The focus is to provide Sammy’s hand-drawn artwork on a variety of customizable products (blankets, journals, pouches, backpacks and more). KBS is a one-stop shop for customers to create and personalize their dream products for everyday life & life milestones. Each item is made-toorder and printed on demand. Check out all the fun artistic designs and products at www.kicksbysammy.com.

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Fun Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Your Kids Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be about romantic love or relationships with friends. Now that you are a parent, there are many fun ways to celebrate your cutest valentine of all - your kids! Show your kids how much you love them by doing some of these fun V-Day activities together.

1. Host A Tiny Tea Party Hosting a tea party can be fun. Right now, the Target dollar spot has some cute themed Valentine’s day items, including a tea tier tray and cake stand for your sandwiches and

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treats. If the weather is nice, You can take this outside or host it in your dining room. Some fun hats and accessories can make it even more fun!

2. Make Heart-Shaped Pancakes for Breakfast Kids love to help out! Give them an apron and spoon and have them help mix. We even have a video on our website to show you step by step how to make them. Go to our website and click on news/blog for a fun Sunday morning breakfast on Valentine’s Day. 3. Decorate Their Door Each day add a heart-shaped love note to your child’s door that tells them how you feel. You can start at the beginning of the month or the beginning of the week before Valentine’s Day. Each day post a heart or two that tells them how you feel or things you love and appreciate about them Some examples are “you are a good friend,” “you are smart,” or “you make us laugh”.

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5. Celebrate With Some Pampering.

Have a fun at-home spa day! Put on some fun masks. Recently at Target, I saw a fun unicorn themed mask that even sparkles! Have fun with mini manis and pedis. You can even draw hearts on your nails with nail art pens!

6. Have A Photo Shoot Create your own shoot with fun props such as chalkboard, balloons, tutus, and candy or get in front of the camera and have an expert take your photos (Lynn at Lynn Studios is great www.lynnstudios1.com.)

4. Read Them Valentine’s Day Theme Books Reading books to your child is an excellent way to bond. Read some of your favorites or pick up a few new ones. Some of our favorites are “Pete the Cat: Valentine’s Day is Cool,” Llama Llama I Love You,” “Guess How Much I love You,” and “Sesame Street: My Fuzzy Valentine”.

7. Be Kind to Others Valentine’s Day happens to fall on the start of Random Acts of Kindness Week (Feb. 14-20).

Do you know a friend or perhaps an elderly neighbor that might not have a Valentine this year. Make their day by dropping off a homemade card, some candy or flowers.

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You could also arrange to give treats to first responders. Call up your local station or hospital and see if you can drop off some cookies or individual cakes like Nothing Bundt Cakes to nurses, EMTs, firefighters, or police officers to show your appreciation. For more ideas go to www.randomactsofkindness.org.

8. Make Gift Certificates For Each Other.

Decorate and come up with some good “gifts” for each other. This mom would really love a “I will do a chore for you card” or maybe “I will

clean my room card”. Other ideas include: “Play your favorite board game,” “Make Pancakes together,” or “Pick Dinner tonight”. You can come up with many ideas.

9. Get “Heart Healthy” Together February is American Heart Month. So use Valentine’s Day as a way to exercise together as a family. Plan a family walk, hike, or bike ride.

Is the weather not so great? Stay indoors but crank up the music and have a heart-pumping dance party!

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10. Have a Special Valentine’s Family Dinner Finish the day with a special meal together.

No ordering pizza, Valentine’s day deserves something more fancy! If you are staying in have the kids help make beautiful place settings or decorate the table. You could make dinner (pasta is always a big hit with my kids) or order takeout from your favorite restaurant. If you are feeling very adventurous, everyone could dress up and go out together!

If you have plans with your partner on Valentines these things can be done leading up to Valentine's Day.

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I hope you found some good ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your kids. This day is a great reminder to tell those we love them, especially our kids.

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Treasure Coast

Hello Treasure Coast Moms, Dads, Grandparents!

PB Parenting Magazine will begin a Treasure Coast Edition to help local parents and grandparents residing in Martin, St. Lucie, & Indian River Counties PB Parenting is excited to announce the Treasure Coast Edition!

We are excited to announce our expansion into the Treasure Coast area. The Treasure Coast is not new territory for us. For eight years, our founder and publisher, Felonice Merriman, lived in the Stuart and Port St. Lucie area with her then newborn daughter.

(She was born in Stuart!) While living in the Treasure Coast area, she worked at the local newspaper and was the creative director of Treasure Coast Parenting.

Treasure Coast Editor Marianna Frances

In 2010 she moved to Palm Beach County and started PB

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Parenting soon after, but the Treasure Coast has always called back to her. Of course, a lot has changed since she moved. So Felonice enlisted the help of local mom and educator Marianna Frances to be PB Parenting's Treasure Coast Editor.

Marianna has lived on the Treasure Coast for the past 12 years and is a native Floridian. She has two sons that are nine and six years old.

Marianna loves to connect with other parents around the area and find those cool and fun things to do with her children. She isn't afraid to travel, and you can usually find her visiting a Disney Park. Marianna has worked in education for over 14 years, so she loves finding and sharing learning opportunities within the community. We know she will be a valuable resource for what is happening on the Treasure Coast.

You can drop her a line and say hi at marianna@pbparenting.com.

Treasure Coast To-Do's Dinosaurs Around the World at McKee Botanical Gardens: In this specially constructed outdoor version of the popular Dinosaurs Around the World exhibition, visitors will be whisked back in time on a dinosaur adventure and a tour of an Earth that’s very different from the one we inhabit today. With advanced animatronics, a multi-layered narrative, cutting-edge research, in an outdoor environment surrounded by nature, you’ll experience the Age of Reptiles brought back to life! Open daily to the public for a limited engagement through May 1, 2022. The last admission ticket is sold at 4:00 pm and the Children’s Garden closes at 4:30 pm.

Tickets and more information are available to purchase at McKee Botanical Garden and www. mckeegarden.org. Admission: $15 Adults, $13 Seniors (65+)/Youth (13-17), $10 Children (2-12).

McKee members and children under 2 free. McKee Botanical Garden is located at 350 US Highway 1 in Vero Beach.

The Downtown Ft. Pierce Farmers Market Looking to get out of the house on Saturday morning and enjoy breakfast by the water? Bring your family, your friends, and even your furry friends to Downtown Ft. Pierce. The Fort Pierce Farmers Market is open every Saturday morning from 8 AM- 12 PM, rain or shine. Since 1997 The Downtown Fort Pierce Farmers Market has been committed to providing healthy, fresh foods and horticultural products to St. Lucie County and the surrounding areas while encouraging commerce, entertainment, and trade in Downtown Fort Pierce.

Located along the beautiful Indian River in Historic Downtown Fort Pierce at Marina Square just across from the Fort Pierce Library. You’ll find plenty of FREE parking at the Avenue A. Parking Garage next to City Hall (between Avenue A. and Orange Ave.) A FREE shuttle is provided every 15 minutes from 8 am to 12 pm. The perfect location to grab a coffee and pastry, relax by the water, and let your kids play.

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Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors invites you to the supercontinent of Pangea to discover how plate tectonics, land bridges, and volcanic activity allowed dinosaurs to disperse to all corners of the globe. This exhibit features 10 animatronic sculptures surrounded by nature. Be transported back in time to experience and encounter dinosaurs such as the mighty T. rex of North America; the bi-pedal predator Herrerasaurus, one of the first dinosaurs to appear on Earth; and the bizarre, bony-crested Oviraptor from Mongolia.

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Easy as 1...2...3 Party Planning Tips

Check out these easy party planning tips to help make planning your child’s birthday party as easy and stress free as 1, 2, 3!

consider making it Just Family - Don’t be afraid to make your child’s party just family plus a few friends.

Skip the paper invite. Everyone is online these days (even grandmas have email Start with an invite list. It dictates and Facebook!) Utilize any of the many everything: How large a venue, what kind free services out there or create a private of theme or activities you pick, etc.

Facebook event!

What about siblings? Before age 7, Get creative. Regardless of your theme, inviting siblings is a nice gesture if you there are lots of places to go for have the space and funds. However, other inspiration including Pinterest. By the parents understand your predicament time your child is 3 or so, they’ll have lots firsthand. If it’s not feasible, don’t be of input on what they want too maybe afraid to say no. If childcare is an issue for too much input! the sibling perhaps offer to have them Skip the Goodie Bags! There! We said drop the birthday guest off. it! We love the generous spirit behind If your child’s friend list is a mile long goodie bags and party favors, but we 16 February 2022| PB Parenting |

could all do without random tchotchkes that get played with for five seconds (if that) and then stuffed in a drawer. How about hosting a simple craft activity and letting the result serve as the parting gift? Or taking a group photo and printing out copies (at the party or after) for each child to keep?

it out and anticipate any issues.

Instead of lugging a trunk full of gifts suggest NO GIFTS - If you are overflowing with toys, try something new, host a book exchange. On the invite, ask that everyone bring a book in lieu of a gift, which they will then exchange for a new one.

Food- Offer a variety of foods. Ordering a few pizzas takes care of the main course, but think about including fruit, nuts, cheese, crackers, or popcorn for snacking. Serve food in single serving containers (not group bowls) to keep germs at bay.

Keep it short! You need one or two activities that will take you to cake time!

Party experts recommend 90 minutes for children under 5. Two hours for ages over 5. Set an End Time. Always err on the side of a shorter party, and note a specific end time on the invitation. As kids get older, most parents will expect Visit the venue- Plan a visit to your venue if you are throwing it outside your to drop off their kids and pick them up home before the party so you can scope at the end of the party. If you’d like some

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grown up assistants, be sure to arrange for them ahead of time.

Consider Throwing Parties Every Few Years - Everyone should feel special on her birthday, but there’s no rule that says your kid has to have an elaborate party every year.

Take a lot of Photos. When the party is done all you have left is pictures. Make sure to designate someone to or hire a photographer like our friend Lynn at Lynn Keep it Safe. Encourage masks, provide Studios (www.lynnstudios1.com). hand sanitizer, keep activities at a safe distance. Provide single serve drinks and Write thank-you notes. While sending food. email invitations is standard these days, most guests still appreciate a good oldfashioned physical thank-you card— particularly one written by the birthday child. It can even be a picture if your child can’t write yet. Can’t stand the thought of more wasted paper inevitably ending up in the trash? Send a personalized thankyou email and include pictures of the party.

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Planning a birthday party doesn’t have to make you want to pull your hair out!

It also helps to connect with the right vendors to make sure your party goes off without a hitch! Check out Page 16 for PB Parenting’s bi-annual party planning guide which is also online all year long at pbparenting.com.

Birthday Party Checklist from

PB Parenting Palm Beach County’s Parenting Resource

SIX WEEKS BEFORE • Choose a theme with your child • Start making a guest list • Set a date and reserve your party venue, hire party entertainers and photographer FOUR WEEKS BEFORE • If mailing or handing out paper invitations prepare or hire someone to design and print your invitations • Determine games, activities and menu to match your party theme • If ordering a cake, place your order THREE WEEKS BEFORE • Mail/handout invitations or send out evite • Purchase party supplies, especially if ordering on-line • Arrange for extra help especially if you are having a party at home ONE OR TWO WEEKS BEFORE • Purchase more party supplies as needed • Call families who have not yet responded to your invitation

THREE DAYS BEFORE • Purchase food • Charge cameras • Call entertainers/photographer to confirm appearance and expectations • If using a party venue call to confirm all details • Assemble party favors/goodie bags ONE OR TWO DAYS BEFORE • Bake cake or pick up cake • Confirm help if using extra help • Decorate home or gather decorations for party venue • Prepare make-ahead food DAY OF PARTY • Last minute cooking/set up food • Set up craft/activities • Create a list of gifts and who gave them for thank you’s PARTY!!!

ONE WEEK AFTER • Send thank you notes!

PARTY Adrenaline Entertainment Center When planning your child's birthday party, we'll make sure everyone has a memorable day of fun! Every party includes 2 hours of jump and party time, access to trampoline events, party host to serve you, bottled water for all party attendees, 1 free jump pass for a future visit, 1 free adrenaline T-shirt, a pair of jump socks for all party guests, plus party set up and clean up. Can accommodate parties for 5-100 guests! Located at 7645 Lake Worth Rd just east of the Turnpike.

For more information call 561-440-1400 or visit jumpadrenaline.com/lake-worth/birthdayparties. SPECIAL PB PARENTING OFFER! SAVE 20% WITH PROMO CODE: PBPARENT. artNEST Celebrate your birthday artNEST style! Birthdays deserve to be special, not stressful. With us you have all the memories with none of the stress. We have different options of celebrations including our Splash parties, customized canvas painting, slime, magic 20 February 2022| PB Parenting |

potions, tie dye and more! Let’s talk – we can customize to whatever your heart desires! We continue to follow guidelines for health, safety and cleaning. Located in Delray Beach and Boca.

For more information visit artNESTstudios.com or call 561-562-8897.

Cox Science Center and Aquarium Make your child’s next birthday a memorable one by hosting your party virtually or in-person at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium! With more than 100 hands-on educational exhibits, a 10,000 gallon aquarium, full-dome planetarium, brand new outdoor science trail, mini golf course and much more, the Science Center provides a unique venue for your upcoming birthday party. We have a variety of birthday themes to choose from including: Diggin’ Dinosaurs, Kabam! Chemistry, Under the Sea and more. For more information, please call Kristian Zambrana, Manager of Visitor Services at 561-370-7703 or email kzambrana@ coxsciencecenter.org.

For more information about the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum, please visit:

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PARTY PLANNING GUIDE Kids Choice Sports, Dance & Fitness Let us give you the full “Star Treatment” for your special day filled with fun and games!

Choose a Gymnastics or Ninja party. Party times are available on Saturday and Sundays. Parties include: 1 hour in the gym: warmup, games, obstacle course/ circuit, bars, beams, vault, parachute. ½ hour in party area. Packages start at $275. For more information please email us at info@gokidschoice.com or call us at 561-9984225.

Don’t forget to tell PB Parenting them you saw their listing in Party Planning Guide

Sandoway Sandoway’s shell room is available to rent for birthday parties and special events for up to 25 people. It is a great way to have fun and learn about the local environment at the same time!

Choose from many great educational talks including: Macaw Talk, Freshwater Turtle Encounter, Gopher Tortoise Encounter, Box Turtle Encounter, Stingray Touch Tank, Snake and Lizard Encounter, Shark Tooth Necklace Craft, Touch Tank, Shell Talk, or Alligator Meet and Greet! For more information call 561-2747263 or visit www.Sandoway.org/birthdays. html.

Birthday parties at Sandoway Discovery Center are fun and exciting!

Choose from a variety of personalized animal and nature educational encounters such as: Turtles Rays Macaws Snakes & Lizards

Alligators Touch Tank Shark Tooth Crafts Seashells & More!

561.274.7263 • www.sandoway.org 142 South Ocean Blvd. • Delray Beach, FL 33483

Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center Make your child's special day one to remember with a party at The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum! It's truly a unique destination for your next birthday or special occasion! Our colorful, interactive galleries provide the perfect backdrop for celebrating your special day! We can help you to make your party a memorable and fun occasion for all your guests – parents and children alike! Party hosts have use of the party room for two hours. All party attendees have free play in our award-winning museum during your party, accompanied by adults. Parties also include e-invitations, birthday balloons, free return pass for each child & more! Masks required. Visit www. schoolhousemuseum.org or call 561-742-6780 for details.

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Community News Palm Beach County Library System Celebrates Black History Month The Palm Beach County Library System will be offering events that honor the heritage, contributions and achievements of the African American community. This national celebration initiated by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, also known as the father of Black History, has its roots in a weeklong observation in 1926. They invite you to enjoy a wide variety of events in-person and online through Zoom.

To learn more about Dr. Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), visit https://asalh.org/aboutus/our-history/.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System.

Hagen Ranch Road Branch Tue, Feb 15, 4:30 pm Read4Respect Book Club: "Lillian's Right to Vote: A Celebration of the Voting Rights Act of 1965,"

by Jonah Winter - Celebrate Black History Month with a read-aloud from ADL Florida. Experience the book in a new way with an added STEM challenge making a newspaper shoe. Ages 5-9. (45 min.)

Jupiter Branch Wed, Feb 02, 3:30 pm Celebrate Black History Month Test your knowledge with an interactive "Guess Who" game of famous Black Americans.

Educational and inspiring material honoring their achievements provided. Ages 10-17. Space is limited. (40 min.)

For a complete list of all activities (children, teen Main Library and adult) and to register for both in-person Thu, Feb 17, 3:30 pm and digital activities: http://www.pbclibrary. org/bhm-2022. Here are some highlighted events. Blazing With Colors: Alma Woodsey Thomas Learn about the painter Alma Woodsey Thomas In-Person Events while replicating one of her famous works. (60 min.)

Belle Glade Branch West Boca Branch Sun, Feb 13, 2:00 pm Mon, Feb 07, 3:30 pm Teen Book Discussion This month’s optional theme is Black authors/Black #1000BlackGirlBooks history. Choose your own book and come chat with Marley Dias began the #1000BlackGirlBooks campaign when she was 10 years old. We’ll read a us! Ages 12-18. (90 min.)

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few of the books, learn more about her vision and do a fun project. Grades 1-5. (60 min.)

Digital Activities Events are accessible through Zoom. Join them for the live events or enjoy the recordings on their digital events page.

Thu, Feb 10, 11:00 am Acreage Tales: Nikki Grimes Picture books, puppets, games and preschool fun — all inspired by author Nikki Grimes. Craft kits available from the Acreage Branch. Ages 3-5. (30 min.) Presented by Acreage Branch.

Wed, Feb 16, 6:00 pm Drag Me to Class: LGBTQ+ Leaders of the Harlem Renaissance

Celebrate the history that inspired generations of queer and Black culture, including modern drag!

We'll attempt some drag makeup looks too. Ages 10 & up. (60 min.) Presented by Acreage Branch.

Wed, Feb 16, 3:00 pm African American Artists Create your own work of art after being inspired by the works of some incredible artists. Craft materials available at the Gardens Branch children's desk, one week before the activity. Ages 6 & up. (30 min.) Presented by Gardens Branch.

ABOUT PALM BEACH COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM Visit one of their 17 locations located throughout the County for entertainment, education, and exploration. Learn more at www. pbclibrary.org.

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& Things to Do Wear your toddlers out at Adrenaline Entertainment Center with their KIDS RUSH Special. Children Ages 6 & Under can jump for $10 (Mon-Fri 10AM -1PM) All passes good until 1 PM. 2 & Under free with purchase. First Sundays of the month are Sensory Sunday & Kid’s Rush Extended are back! NO Music, no crowd, just Fun. 10-12 PM available to Sensory Sensitive (All Ages) and Toddler U7 only. A special time for special needs and working parents to have fun together at our discounted prices. Just $10 for 2 Hours. Check out www.jumpadrenaline.com/lake-worth for more information.

The Art of the Story at Schoolhouse Children's Museum and Learning Center - Tuesday at 3 PM for Kids 3-7 Years old . FREE with Paid Admission. After reading the slection of the week we will review the book-focusing on the illustrations and discuss what we see as well as the art process to create the illustrations. Children will then have a change to create their own art in that illustrator's style! Masks are required for adults and children 5 yrars and up. For more information and a complete calendar of activities go to www. schoolhousemuseum.org.

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Join Mr. Evan and friends on Thursday afternoons in February at 2:30 PM or 3:15 PM. This series is geared for families with children ages 3-6.

Each class explores different topics from insects to physics. RSVP required NO Walk ins will be admitted. $8 per a child and $6 for accompanying adult. FREE for Sandonway Members. RSVP to shoshana.sandoway@gmail.com 12th Annual Motor Car Exhibiton at McKee - “European Cars Featuring the Ferrari and Other Italian Exotics” Join us for this friendly, fun, familyoriented event featuring 40 outstanding cars on display throughout the Garden. Visitors will see a rare 1958 Ferrari California Spyder, a lovely 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale, and a powerful 1984 Ferrari BB 512i. General admission rates apply. Feb. 12 - 10 AM - 3 PM While at McKee check out their Dinosaurs Around the World exhibit. Learn more at www.mckeegarden.org.

McKee Botantical Gardens - 350 US Highway 1 Vero Beach, FL 32962

Open House at Gardens School of Technology Join us on campus to tour the school, meet teachers and administrators, and receive comprehensive information about our innovative educational programs. Join us from 5-6 PM on

February 23 or March 30. For more information go to www.mysota.net Tues. Feb. 22nd• 9 AM Mommy & Me • Preschoolers - 12PM Stroller Daze at Boys Gymnastics • Camps the Cox Science Center & Tumbling • Cheerleading Aquarium - Bring your little Recreational and Competitive Teams ones to the Science Center for a fun-filled event just for For more info call PB Palm Beach County’s Parenting Resource them! Proudly presented Mention Parenting by PB Parenting - Palm 561.868.0288 PB Parenting & receive a FREE 6752 Lantana Rd Ste B • Lake Worth Beach County’s Parenting trial class! Between Jog Road & Hagen Ranch Road Resource. Special event includes age-appropriate www.geniesgymnastics.com Science Crafts, Planetarium Shows, Discovery Center & Playground exploration, giveaways and more! This event is geared toward children 5 and under and their parents/guardians.

Safety guidelines in place. Activities: Live Science Demonstrations, Sensory STEM Kit Giveaways, Cool Pediatric Dentistry off in our backyard Splash Pad and play a round on Specializing in Dentistry forAdolescents Infants, and Children, Adolescents Specializing in Dentistry for Infants, Children, those with Special Health Care our Conservation Mini-Golf Course (now included and those with Special Health Care needs with admission!) Free Planetarium Shows at 9:30 am Michael J. Roseff, DMD, and 10:30 am (with paid science center admission) Michael J. Roseff, DMD, LLC LLC Pediatric Dentist Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Join Patty Shukla for a free musical performance at Delicious Town Center Flickr Twitter FL 33472 Retwee Canyon Boynton Beach, 10:30am and 11:30am. Explore the Earth Matters8784 Boynton Beach Blvd, #103, Boynton Beach, FL 33472 561-732-8333 Exhibit And More! FREE for kids under 5 and 50%ph# off561-732-8333 fax# 561-732-8375 roseffpediatricdentistry@comca www.roseffpediatricdentistry.com general admission for adults and kids ages 6-12! This Facebook MySpace StumbleUpon Digg event is free for our Members. For more info please call (561) 832-1988. For sponsorship opportunities, email kholt@coxsciencecenter.org.

SAVE THE DATE! Celebrate Manatee Lagoon's sixth anniversary at ManateeFest 2022 on Saturday, March 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Manatee Lagoon. This FREE event is an annual celebration where visitors can come explore the wonders of manatees, the Lake Worth Lagoon and environmental conservation. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, ManateeFest will be hosted both in-person and virtually (including a virtualfamily-friendly storefront)venue - it's sure to be a day that your A fun-filled, offering events year round! entire family will remember! Visit ManateeLagoon. com to learn more!

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