Gulf Coast Family - July 2019

July 2019

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2019 40 July Events

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7 Movie Night July We Recommend 8 This That You… Diaries 9 Dungy

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Minor Settlements – 12 Florida Allen v. Montalyan

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Parent to Parent The first time I ever visited Kennedy Space Center was in April of 1990, on my high school senior trip. Back in those days, they had the IMAX theater and the bus tour, and you had to buy separate tickets for each. I believe some of the other attractions may have been under construction at the time I was there, but I don’t remember being able to see anything else.

building to the launch site burns diesel fuel at a rate of 150 gallons per mile, and (2) that a bird pooped on my principal’s wife while we were waiting to board the bus tour. When I was on the tour again years later, and the guide pointed out the eagle’s nest on the property, I did remember that as well. But unlike the other two memories, it had slipped my mind in the meantime.

Thirteen years later, when our two sons were six and two, and we had recently moved to the Tampa Bay area, we went back for our next visit. And it had certainly changed a lot! There were several new exhibits, the Saturn V Center had been added to the bus tour, and there was even a replica of a space shuttle for the kids to explore. Our oldest, David, was completely captivated, so we upgraded our tickets to annual passes and went back several times during that year.

We’ve been back a few more times since those annual passes expired, but not nearly as often, and our youngest, Haylee, didn’t really remember it. So when we had some family visit from out of

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Haylee had a lot of fun exploring the shuttle cockpit and especially sliding down the re-entry slide.

With the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing this month, if you’re like us, and it’s been a while since you’ve visited the Kennedy Space Center, now may be a really great time to make the trip.

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“Twenty years from now you will be disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines.

Sail away from the safe harbor.

Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.”

-Mark Twain Getting up in the morning is not for the faint of heart. Being a man is not easy, but it never has been, I would guess. The demands on us are many; the hours in the day are still capped at twenty-four.

We get tugged, second-guessed, pulled in different directions, and at the end of the day we are left wondering what

happened. And sometimes it seems like those are the good days. You have to have strength and courage. One of the most important things I have learned along the way is this…

1. Stand out from the crowd.

I’ve learned that it is important to have the courage to stand by my convictions, those things that I know are right, those guiding principles that I know to stick with. Sometimes that means standing out from the crowd or not being popular, but sometimes that’s the only responsible place to be. It doesn’t necessarily make the days any easier, but at least I feel like I’m still heading in the right

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2. Everyone is susceptible to pressure.

No one is immune to peer pressure, and we’re susceptible to it at any age. It’s just that as we get older, we do a better job of rationalizing it or hiding it altogether. But through the years, I’ve learned another way of dealing with it.

Courage can be demonstrated by standing up to the school bully or intervening to prevent someone you don’t know

from being hurt. But more often than not, it’s the day-to-day moments of reaching down inside yourself to find the courage to stand alone that can be the toughest.

3. Be aware of your internal compass.

I pay attention to my internal compass.

I think it has always been there, guiding me, but as I’ve matured, I’ve listened to it better and more often. It helps me stay “lashed to the mast,” as Homer wrote of Odysseus doing to keep from being drawn into destruction by the Sirens.

That Greek myth resonates because we can relate to that feeling. Even when we know we are heading toward something that could lead to our destruction, it can still seem awfully appealing.

That internal compass, sharpened by having positive peers around me and by studying my Bible, keeps me lashed to the mast.

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Florida Minor Settlements – Allen v. Montalyan

by Chris Reynolds

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motor vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death in the United States for minors.

Each year, approximately 167,000 children are injured and 1,100 are killed in motor vehicle crashes.

Unsurprisingly, there are many automobile accident settlements involving minors.

Florida has multiple laws to protect minors in these situations. One of the stated policy reasons for this is to prevent the parents or legal guardians from spending the settlement money before the child becomes an adult at age 18.

There are two important things that may or may not be required for settlements for minors: (1) approval by a court of the settlement; and (2) appointment of a guardian ad litem for the minor who will represent the interests of the minor.

Guardian Ad Litem Florida Statute 744.3025 requires that anytime there is a settlement where the gross amount is $50,000 or greater, the court must appoint a guardian ad litem to represent the minor’s interests. Further, in any case with a gross settlement that exceeds $15,000, the court may, at its discretion, appoint a guardian ad litem for the minor.

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that will go to the minor exceeds $15,000, the court must appoint a guardian ad litem as well.

Court Approval Some cases are settled before any lawsuit is filed, of course. However, these rules still apply to pre-suit settlements. For those cases where a lawsuit has been filed, every settlement must be approved by the court.

If the injury claim for the minor is settled before the filing of any lawsuit and the gross settlement amount is less than $15,000, there is no general requirement to get court approval.

If the gross settlement is greater than $15,000 and the net amount to the minor is less than $15,000, but no lawsuit is filed, court approval of the settlement is required, though there is no obligation to appoint a guardian ad litem.

children who were injured.

The at-fault party had only $50,000 total in insurance to cover all of these people.

The $50,000 was given to the attorneys for the adults and children, but the insurance company did not specify how much was for each person. The attorneys ended up giving $25,000 to each adult, and gave none for the children. No court approval for this settlement was obtained.

A couple of years later, the mother of the children filed a claim for injuries on behalf of the children. The insurance company asked the court to dismiss the claim, stating that the claim was already settled.

Though the trial court initially agreed with the insurance company and dismissed the claim, the mother appealed on behalf of the

Some courts in Florida (but not all) require that even if the gross settlement amount is less than $50,000 and the net amount to the minor is less than $15,000, the money must be put in a depository account and that money can only be removed from the account with Court approval.

Allen v. Montalvan In this case, multiple minor children were injured in a motor vehicle collision.

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children, and the appellate court disagreed.

The appellate court reasoned that the gross settlement amount was $50,000, and since it involved children, a guardian ad litem was required. Accordingly, the initial settlement was not proper and the claim was still open for the children.

As you can see, minor settlements can become very complex depending on many factors. If you or a loved one knows a minor who has been injured due to the negligence of someone, please call the experienced trial attorneys at Corless Barfield Trial Group for a free consultation to discuss your options.

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When it comes to helping our children stay on track academically, we need to mimic Mrs. Carson’s determination. At a minimum, make sure your children read a little every day. Help them find fun books they’ll enjoy. Use our reading log (www.imom. com) and get them excited to read by giving them reading rewards: ice cream, a trip to the park, or something else they love.

Also let them know that you believe in them and expect great things from them. Mrs. Carson took that approach, and Dr. Ben Carson says that’s what gave him the confidence to succeed.

2. The Time Managing Mom.

Since our kids work hard during the school year, it’s only natural to want to keep them smart during the summer too. It just doesn’t make sense to let all of that learning slip away during the summer months. So we have some summer ideas for kids to keep them smart.

We found our inspiration for these ideas from some pretty sharp moms; Sonya Carson, mother of Dr. Ben Carson, our own Content Director Susan Merrill, and Jill Savage, a mother of five children who makes learning fun year-round.

Here are 3 Summer Ideas for Kids to Keep Them Smart: First, we want to acknowledge that there are many approaches to keeping our kids sharp

during the summer. Some moms choose a more structured approach like tutoring programs or even summer school classes. Other moms use workbooks or worksheets to maintain skills learned during the previous school year.

Whichever approach you choose, consider the ideas of these really great moms as you come up with your own summer ideas.

1. The No Excuses Mom.

Sonya Carson had 23 siblings. She married when she was 13 years old. She had a third grade education and was not a proficient reader. But Sonya was determined to make sure her sons got a good education and they did. Her oldest son, Curtis, became an engineer, and her youngest, Ben, became a neurosurgeon and political activist.

Summer is great for teaching our children new habits that will actually help them during the school year. That’s the philosophy of our Content Director Susan Merrill. And one of the skills that will help your children the most throughout their school years is time management.

The key to teaching your children how to manage their time is to help them prioritize.

What are the things that your family values most? If it is family time, how much of a priority do you give to having a weekly family night? How often does your family eat dinner together? As you help your children manage their time, think about what is important enough to commit time to each day, whether it is quiet time with God, family time, school studies, extra-curricular activities, or just play time.

Next, help them examine how they actually spend their time. If getting good grades is a top priority, but they spend more time play-

Once they’ve done that, talk with them about having some brain time every day.

(Susan’s time management ideas are from her free e-book, Every School Year Counts.)

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Summer learning doesn’t have to be boring or overly structured… but it pretty much has to be fun! So even though you might feel an urge to expound on some academic topic, try not to. Instead, author and mom of five Jill Savage says use the relaxed atmosphere of summer to teach your children life lessons while you’re doing fun things with them.

We all want the “perfect summer” for our kids, but rather than activities and schedules making up the perfect summer, it’s actually the not-scheduled spontaneous activities that make memories: running in the sprinkler, having picnics on the porch, laying on the ground and looking for shapes in the clouds, catching fireflies after dark. Sure, have some plans in place, but let spontaneity lead the way.

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Maybe the reason you don’t pursue date nights with your husband with more intention is that it has become just…so…predictable. Break out of the rut with some new ideas that go beyond dinner and a movie.

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There’s something about a live performance that’s a bit more exhilarating than a recorded version. Seek out a great play, a concert, or even a coffee house with some live entertainment to spice up your weekend with your spouse.

2. Go ethnic.

Go off your regular culinary path by trying out a new type of cuisine.

Most cities now offer a wealth of eateries representing every corner of the map, from Thai fusion to Ethiopian to Cuban—you might just find new flavors you love!

3. Take a risk.

Okay, listen. We know that “risky” is a relative term. For someone else, it might be skydiving. For you it might be strapping on ice skates. We’re not saying you have to go crazy, but try something together that’s just a wee bit outside your comfort zone. Again, you don’t have to juggle knives here. Just get your heart rate up a bit!

4. Get artsy.

It’s one thing to stroll through a museum together, hand in hand. (And not a bad date idea in and of itself.) It’s another thing to roll up your sleeves and create something yourself. Lots of museums and studios offer couples’ classes in sketching, painting, pottery—the list is endless.

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Kirby the Loggerhead Sea Turtle Released With Satellite Tracker 225-Pound Loggerhead Sea Turtle Goes Home After Months of Rehab Clearwater Marine Aquarium released Kirby, a 225-pound endangered loggerhead sea turtle, on Tuesday, May 14, 2019. Kirby is an adult male sea turtle who was found floating near Indian Rocks Beach on January 29, 2019. CMA staff rescued Kirby and found a T-shaped wound on his head, several barnacles and algae on his carapace. He also had a buoyancy issue suspected to be caused by a GI tract problem.

hospital and could watch him via his live webcam. After several months of rehabilitation, he fully recovered and was ready to return to the wild.

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His treatment plan consisted of fluids, vitamins, antibiotics, and monitoring body temperature.

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tracking is beneficial for research purposes, including the migration of sea turtles, their foraging behavior and other information that can help conservation efforts to protect them.

There is very limited data available on male sea turtles, and Kirby’s path will provide valuable data for researchers and veterinary teams following his release. However, sea turtle satellite trackers can cost over $5,000, so a Facebook fundraiser was created to help cover the cost. Over 170 supporters contributed and raised the money for Kirby’s tracker.

Kirby was cleared for release by both our veterinarian and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). CMA staff, volunteers and supporters gathered at Clearwater Beach to see Kirby return home. We all wish him well back in the Gulf of Mexico and look forward to tracking his journey.

“Kirby’s release is both rewarding and emotional for our team who has worked hard for months on his rehabilitation,” says David Yates, CEO of CMA. “Seeing a rescued animal return home to the ocean where they belong is one of the best parts of our job.”

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Ride Down Memory Lane Julie and Mike had been married for twenty-four years when she sent me the email for my book, 52 Ways to Wow Your Husband: Put a Smile on His Face. She described her most creative wow date for her guy, a real ride down memory lane: When I met my husband, he was a “wild at heart” twenty-four-year old whose primary source of transportation was a very fast motorcycle! Shortly after children arrived on the scene, we sold the bike and bought a used mini-truck, which was much more suited to carrying bicycles, golden retrievers, and other “kid stuff.” It must have been hard for him, but he never complained. Our most creative date came just after we sent our youngest child off to kindergarten.

On the morning of our anniversary I gave him a card with money I had secretly saved up and directions to our

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Seminole Middle School earns prestigious national recognition for character education Pinellas County students receive national recognition at Carnegie Hall Four Pinellas students and their art teachers were honored at the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards National Ceremony at Carnegie Hall in June.

Seminole Middle was presented with the Promising Practices Award this past month at the Florida Character Education Conference. The recognition showcases innovative best practices that are having an impact across the nation and abroad.

The school’s award specifically recognizes the practice of Character Circles, which allow students to apply the school’s core character traits through rich and reflective conversations.

Seminole Middle School will be invited to the National Conference on Character Education through Character. org to be recognized and share the school’s work.

Seminole Middle School is the only Pinellas district school to receive this distinction for the 2018-2019 school year. The school plans to pursue the state and national character education awards.

Character education plays an integral role at Seminole Middle School, where it helps the school develop a positive school-wide culture across the diverse student body. The circles are student-led with the teacher assuming the role as a facilitator. Common discussion topics for circles include solving school problems, supporting the local community, support systems for all students, academic performance and enhancing school culture.

Yoko Nogami, Art Teacher, PCCA, Gibbs HS, Molly Carlson, PCCA, Gibbs HS, Robert Elliott, Tyrone MS, Angela Finkbeiner, Art Teacher, Tyrone, Alexia Intravichit, PCCA, Gibbs HS, Steve Beverage, Art Teacher, PCCA, Gibbs HS, Aaliyah Jackson, Osceola HS, and Brianne Gates, Art Teacher, Osceola HS.

All of the winners received Scholastic Art gold medals: Molly Carlson and Alexia Intravichit of the Pinellas County Center for the Arts at Gibbs High School, Aaliyah Jackson of Osceola High School and Robert Elliott of Tyrone Middle School. Their artwork was on display at Parsons New School and Pratt Art School in New York City.

Emmy Award-winning actress Tina Fey, fashion designer Zac Posen and actress Rose Byrne took the stage at the ceremony, speaking to students about the importance of their creative expression.

“Having the experience and achievement of what you’ve already done, the great thing is that no matter what you end up doing, you’ve already accessed the creative part of your life and of yourself. You have all had the experience of making something where there once was nothing, so you know that anything is possible,” said Tina Fey who opened the ceremonious night.

The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards program is the nation’s longest-running and most prestigious recognition program for creative teens in grades 7–12.

SRO awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award Pinellas County Schools Officer Michael Hawkins has been awarded the Florida Association of School Resource Officers (FASRO) Lifetime Achievement Award. The award is presented to those who demonstrate extraordinary accomplishments while serving their school and communities. The recipient exemplifies service above and beyond what is expected in areas of skill, significant contribution to the community, agency and school safety.

Hawkins has committed 30 of his 37 ½-year career in law enforcement to the district’s School Resource Officer (SRO) program. Looking back over the course of the program, Officer Hawkins has served longer than any other officer in Pinellas County. During his time as a school resource officer, Officer Hawkins created a chapter of SADD, started a youth crime watch, and continues to be active in the community as a mentor, advisor and role model.

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Fishing contests, usually sponsored by the local chamber of commerce, were held regularly to promote tourism and the local economy. These bathing beauties are publicizing the 1961 Tri-City Suncoast Fiesta. Note the number of fish species listed, and local businesses supporting the event.

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Home to the US space program, the sprawling Kennedy Space Center is an enthralling place to visit. Its wealth of interactive exhibits, spectacular space memorabilia, and real-life rockets make it an out of this world destination.

Some of the many highlights at the Kennedy Space Center are the opportunity to touch moon rocks, meet an astronaut for lunch, and take part in a shuttle take off simulation. With a wealth of information about space, science and the history of NASA and its many achievements at your fingertips, the day will fly by in no time at all; you’ll leave wishing you could do it all over again. Here are 10 things we recommend you do and explore on your visit!

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One of the coolest experiences you can enjoy at Kennedy Space Center is meeting an Astronaut! Kennedy Space Center’s Astronaut Encounter gives you the opportunity to chat to an Astronaut who has been in space and you can even have your photo taken with them.

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One of Kennedy Space Center’s most popular attractions is Space Shuttle Atlantis and this mighty full-scale shuttle is a sight to behold. Sitting at a 43.21 degree angle with its payload doors open, you can really get a feel for what this fantastic Shuttle was like for those who flew in it. Space Shuttle Atlantis is one of three space-flown shuttles that are on display in the USA.

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If you’re a fan of the movies and want to see some out of this world productions, a visit to Kennedy Space Center’s IMAX Theater is a must on your visit. Some say it’s the next best thing to being in space so grab your popcorn and enjoy the show! Kennedy Space Center show two 3D movies daily.

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The Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour is a fantastic experience that gives you the opportunity to see launch pads, restricted areas and the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building up close. This exciting tour is always a favourite with visitors as you learn all about the birthplace of American spaceflight and more!

Ever wondered what it was like to launch into space? Well, with Kennedy Space Center’s Shuttle Launch Experience, you can experience this incredible eight and a half minute ascent into orbit! Buckle up in the heart of a space shuttle and witness the operations behind a launch by veteran space shuttle commander Charles Bowen. This once in a lifetime experience is the next best thing to launching into outer space!

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The countdown is on! This July will mark 50 years since the historic Apollo 11 mission launched for its journey to the Moon from LC-39 at Kennedy Space Center. Visitors from around the globe will be able to relive the experience and more at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, through a series of events and celebrations designed to commemorate the anniversaries of the launch, journey and landing.

July 15 | Apollo/Saturn V Center Transformation Celebration In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 and the ongoing anniversaries of each mission of the Apollo Program, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is enhancing the Apollo/Saturn V Center.

On July 15, 2019 at 10:30 AM, join the visitor complex for the grand transformation celebration of this attraction that highlights NASA’s Apollo Program. The event will begin in the Apollo 8 Firing Room, the preshow theater that showcases the actual launch control consoles from Apollo 8. Robert Cabana, the director of NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, and representatives and Delaware North (the operator of Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex) will be there to share highlights of what is new inside the facility. At the conclusion of this brief ceremony, you are invited to be among the first to tour around the transformed Apollo/ Saturn V Center.

Interactive and immersive exhibits will bring those first small steps to life, celebrating the mile-

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• Moonscape - Engage in interactive challenges like landing the lunar module (LM) just like in Apollo 11. Plus, explore a 3D model to learn how the LM worked.

• The Saturn V Rocket - Learn about the team that built the most powerful rocket ever built, how it was made and how it was later assembled inside the Vehicle Assembly Building.

• Touch the Moon - Feel like a part of the Moon landing as you leave your own footprints on the lunar surface below you. Then, take a moment to reach for the rock and touch the Moon!

• Perfect Trajectory - Explore the launch path of the Saturn V rocket through interactive displays and a highly detailed accompanying model.

• Command Service Module - Get up close to a real command service module (CSM), the spacecraft that took astronauts to the Moon.

• Media Mania - Dive into the “media mania” of the Apollo era through cameras, media badges and other artifacts from before the digital age.

• Fisher Space Pen - Learn about this pen’s ability to write in microgravity and its use in many space missions.

• Getting to the Moon – Learn about the missions that lead up to the historic Moon landing, what we did on the Moon and how we plan to go back.

• 1960s Living Room and Bar - Imagine you and your family huddled around a television watching the Moon landing in this 1960s-era living room display and bar scene.

• Projection Mapping - Captivating moments from the Apollo Program come to life with projected footage on the side of the Saturn V rocket.

• First Steps - Apollo astronaut Alan Bean’s mural, entitled First Steps, is an inspiring backdrop to an exhibit that showcases space-flown artifacts

This event is included with daily admission. Please arrive early and head to the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour entrance upon arrival. Bus boarding for the Apollo/ Saturn V Center will begin at 9:30 AM, and the event’s capacity will be on a first come, first served basis.

July 16 | Global Launch Event Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is joining the U.S. Space and Rocket Center and other NASA centers for Global Launch Day on July 16, 2019, the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11’s launch. The visitor complex is helping launch a record number of air rockets and guests are invited to help.

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July 16 | Apollo 11 Launch Flashback Event | 50 Years Later

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Whether you watched the launch live 50 years ago or want to experience the atmosphere of this historical moment for the first time, there is no better place to celebrate than from where Armstrong, Aldrin and Collins left Earth 50 years ago.

As the historic launch time approaches, you can take your seat in the bleachers to hear interviews with special Apollo guests. When it is time for the launch* sequence to begin, the jumbo monitor will show real footage from the historic launch, taking you back in time!

The event will also include some celebratory gifts for you to take home: a throwback Pepsi® hand fan to keep cool, Apollo 11 commemorative trading cards, a 50thanniversary booklet, exclusive Moon Pie product, an Apollo lanyard and badge, and a collectible pin specific to this flashback launch event.

After the “launch,” explore the newly transformed Apollo/Saturn V Center before taking a bus back to the visitor complex to continue your day. A map of the new exhibits can be found in the commemorative booklet provided.

This flashback celebration is a separately ticketed event. The ticket price includes the above and admission to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

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July 19 | NASA’s Giant Leaps: Past and Future NASA is preparing a two-hour live program to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11, focusing on the agency’s past and the missions to return to the Moon. The program, entitled “NASA’s Giant Leaps: Past and Future” will broadcast live from various locations around the United States, including Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex’s Apollo/Saturn V Center at 1:00 PM. The nationwide program will cover the history of the Apollo era, beginning with President John F. Kennedy’s inspirational challenge and how the legacy of Apollo continues to inspire NASA’s next steps. NASA TV will also speak to a few of the estimated 400,000 people who contributed to the success

of the Apollo Program 50 years ago, as well as current teams working toward taking America back to the lunar surface by 2024.

Broadcast locations include other NASA centers, the National Mall in Washington, D.C., Neil Armstrong’s hometown in Ohio and celebrations across America. Guests to the visitor complex will have the opportunity to see the broadcast from behind the scenes at the Apollo/Saturn V Center. We will also stream the broadcast on the jumbo monitors at the main visitor complex.

Join us for the broadcast and you can be a part of this celebration! NASA is looking to interact with you during this historic milestone anniversary.

July 20 | One Giant Leap Celebration | Apollo 11 Moon Landing 50 Years Later Exactly 50 years ago on July 20, the world heard these famous words as Neil Armstrong lowered onto the surface of the Moon: “That’s one small step for (a) man, one giant leap for mankind.” Join Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in honoring this unprecedented moment not only experienced

by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, but the entire world.

Throughout the day at the visitor complex, all guests can relive this incredible moment with daily admission or through an exclusive opportunity available with an event ticket purchased in addition to daily admission.

CELEBRATIONS INCLUDED WITH DAILY ADMISSION: There are also celebrations included with daily admission or an annual pass! Get up close to Neil Armstrong’s actual blue Corvette and a red Corvette signed by Armstrong and

44 other astronauts. These automobiles will be on display in front of Heroes & Legends, welcoming you into the visitor complex. You can view footage of the Moon landing and those iconic first steps throughout the day in the Rocket Garden, and at 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM, a visitor complex communicator will guide you through the historic landing events and answer any questions. Be sure to grab a throwback Pepsi® hand fan to keep cool.

For future space explorers, there will be a Kid’s Activity Area in the Rocket Garden as well. There, they will enjoy hands-on, engaging activities. There will also be other fun giveaways for kids on a first come basis. A DJ will also be around to spin 1960s classics throughout the day, and will host hula hoop contest and offer trivia and fun Apollo facts at 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM.

July 24 | A Welcome Home Celebration | Apollo 11 Splashdown 50 Years Later After completing the monumental Apollo 11 Moon landing, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins safely splashed back into the Pacific Ocean on July 24, 1969. As the final anniversary event in the timeline of the mission, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will host a welcome home celebration, signifying the safe return of the astronauts back on Earth.

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the day, guests can watch historic footage of the splashdown events, 50 years later to the day.

Footage will be displayed on our jumbo monitor and will cover everything from the spacecraft’s splashdown, recovery, quarantine and the ticker tape parade that followed a couple weeks after the astronauts’ return. Join us at 12:20 PM and 3:20 PM for the presentation with a visitor complex communicator.

There will also be a mobile DJ taking the music beyond the Rocket Garden and we welcome all guests to join in on the party!

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Surprise lunch outing Breakfast for dinner Weekend getaway trip Surprise shopping spree Create funny YouTube video Surprise concert or sports game outing Build fort with pillows and blankets Midnight ice cream sundaes Water balloon fight Have a puppet show with colored paper plates Let kids pick three things they want from dollar store Surprise piñata full of candy Treat from ice cream truck Drive-in movie Stargaze Make s’mores Go camping Go explore nature at a forest park Create a sidewalk masterpiece with chalk Backyard races: hopping, crab-crawling, etc.

Movie theater night Create a treasure hunt Duck feeding adventure Picnic outing Paper airplane contest Rainy day baking Bob for apples Have a pool party Play tag in the rain Catch fireflies in a jar Watch old home videos Have a pajama day Act out a story Face paint with washable markers Play hide-and-seek in the dark Pool Olympics Night swimming Bike ride Music dance-off Karaoke night

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Safer Fun In The Sun Sun protection is important for Florida’s children all year long, but especially in summer. Try to avoid outdoor activities between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when the sun is strongest, and make sunscreen a daily habit. All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg offers these tips for protecting children from the sun: Waterproof, water-resistant, and sweatresistant sunscreens… there are a lot of choices! These products are good for active kids, but the names can be misleading. Even “waterproof” sunscreens should be reapplied every two hours, especially when children are playing in the water.

The A-B-Cs of SPF & UV Sunlight is made up of two kinds of ultraviolet (UV) radiation: UVA and UVB. Both types damage skin and increase the risk of skin cancer. Even children and teens can get some types of skin cancer. Until recently, sunscreens only protected against UVB rays, but there are new products that may also block UVA rays.

Sunscreens are ranked with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF). Choose a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15--SPF 30 is recommended.

How to Use Sunscreen Apply sunscreen 20 to 30 minutes before going outside. Apply to all exposed skin (except eyelids), including ears and feet. Be extra careful around and just above the eyes. “Stick” preparations may be easier for this area. A hat with a wide brim provides added protection.

An SPF 30 can turn into an SPF 3 if you don’t apply enough sunscreen!

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If your child does get a sunburn, remember that: • Sunburns can cause dehydration, fever and serious skin damage.

Younger children won’t need quite as • A severe sunburn in a baby younger much. Give the sunscreen a chance to than 12 months can be a medical emerbe absorbed into the skin before putting gency—call your child’s doctor right on a shirt or getting in the car. away!

Sometimes a child has a skin reaction • If your child has a sunburn and develthat may be a particular sunscreen inops blisters, pain or fever, call your pegredient. Let your child’s doctor know if diatrician. this happens, and ask the doctor to suggest a different sunscreen product.

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Wise Words When Your Children Talk Back Nothing makes correcting a child more frustrating than to have him constantly “back talk” or offer a response or defense to everything you say. It’s doubly upsetting if those retorts are disrespectful. So how do you nip this back talk habit? Much of it relies on laying a foundation of respect. Next, move on to the nitty-gritty of targeting the talking back and taking it on. You don’t have to do it alone. We’re in it with you. And while you don’t want to engage in a lot of back-and-forth verbal volleyball with your child, sometimes the right response can calm the waters and defuse common kid tactics to distract from the real issues.

“That’s not fair!”

Children like to believe that the only just way for them to be treated is exactly the same as their siblings or friends.

But fair isn’t the same as equal or identical.

A wise parent will measure his words carefully when responding to back talk so that parental authority doesn’t dissolve in a verbal tug of war. The last thing you want to do is engage in a lengthy back-and-forth with your child.

This only encourages future arguments about rules and boundaries. But on those occasions when you think your child’s backtalk deserves or needs a response, here are some wise words when your children talk back.

Response: “Well, what other parents choose to do may not be right for us. In our family we believe _____________, so that’s how we’ll decide about this too.”

Response: “I will always try to treat you and your brothers and sisters fairly, but I won’t always treat you the same.

That’s because you are each different, just like everyone in the world is different from each other.”

“Everyone else gets to do it!”

Kids like to pressure parents by comparing them to other parents.

“You don’t trust me.”

Older kids will try to guilt parents who set boundaries by acting as if the im-

plied lack of trust is damaging your parent-child relationship.

Response: “Even if I trust you, which I do, my main job is to keep you safe.

So in this case, it’s not about trusting you, it’s about keeping you safe and/or looking out for what you need.

“I don’t have to do what you say.”

This is one of those cases of back talk that shows defiance and disrespect and should be dealt with accordingly.

Response: Parent looks behind him and says, “Who are you talking to? I know you’re not talking to me.” That’s the give them a chance to correct their attitude approach. You can follow it with, “Okay, maybe you want to try that again.” If they don’t get the point and keep talking back, take a stronger approach, “I am your parent, and whether you think that I’m right or wrong, you

owe me respect and obedience. Because your attitude and words are showing neither, your consequence is…” (Note: This only has value if the consequence has an impact and you have the backbone to enforce it.)

“Mumble, mumble.”

This is the ploy of the child who wants to get in the last word. You’ve said your piece, but they won’t let it drop. They either keep pushing or they mumble under their breath. Either way, it’s a power play.

Response: “Okay, I’ve listened to what you have to say and I’ve asked you to stop talking.” From there, you can either say, “If you want to get to __________, you will not say another word.” Or, “If you say another word about this, I will _____________.”

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Independence Day Quiz On July Fourth we typically celebrate by spending time with loved ones, eating hamburgers and watermelon, and watching fireworks light up the night sky. This year, before you and your family head out, test your family’s knowledge of our Country with our Independence Day Quiz.

1. Who was the first signer of the Declaration of Independence?

A. George Washington B. Patrick Henry C. John Hancock D. Thomas Jefferson E. John Adams 2. Which of our Founding Fathers created the blueprint for our Fourth of July celebrations by suggesting that the day be celebrated with “bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other” by succeeding generations of Americans?

A. George Washington B. John Adams C. Thomas Jefferson D. John Hancock E. Benjamin Franklin

6. What notable event occurred on July 4, 1848?

A. Boston’s First Fireworks Display B. The State of New York Emancipates its slaves C. Construction begins on the Washington Monument D. Centennial celebrations are held in the United States E. The first public Fourth of July reception at the White House 7. Only one president, Calvin Coolidge, was born on the Fourth of July. Three presidents died on that date. Who were they?

A. George Washington, Chester Arthur and James Monroe B. Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson and Richard M. Nixon C. Zachary Taylor, Ulysses Grant and Warren Harding D. John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe E. Harry Truman, Franklin Pierce and John Tyler

8. Which of the following was not one of the thirteen original colonies?

A. Georgia B. Virginia C. Vermont 3. About how many people were living in the colonies in July 1776?

D. Massachusetts E. Rhode Island A. 1.5 million B. 2.5 million C. 5.5 million 9. Which of the following European powers did not fight on the D. 12 million E. 15 million side of the colonists in the Revolutionary War? 4. What American president said, “We dare not forget that we are A. Spain B. France C. The Netherlands the heirs of that first revolution”?

D. Germany E. They all fought against England A. George Washington B. Abraham Lincoln C. John F. Kennedy 10. Which of the following did not sign the Declaration of D. Franklin Roosevelt E. George Bush Independence?

5. When Francis Scott Key wrote “The Star Spangled A. Samuel Adams B. Benjamin Franklin C. John Hancock Banner” in 1814, it immediately became popular with D. Caesar Rodney E. George Washington the public. When was it adopted as our national anthem?

A. 1798 B. 1812 C. 1954 D. 1865 E. 1931 Bonus: What do the colors of the U.S. Flag represent?

Independence Day Quiz Answers: 1. C - John Hancock was the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence. Legend has it that he made his name large and clear to make sure that King George III of England could read it without his spectacles.

2. B – John Adams 3. B – About 2.5 million people populated the 13 colonies when America declared its independence. Today, the U.S. population is estimated to be over 306.5 million.

4. C – John F. Kennedy 5. E - “The Star Spangled Banner” was named our national anthem on March 3, 1931, through an Act of Congress 6. C - In Washington, D.C. in 1848, the laying of the cornerstone of the Washington Monument takes place with the President James Madison, First Lady Dolly Madison and other VIPs in attendance.

7. D - Presidents John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe all died on the Fourth.

8. C - Vermont was not one of the thirteen original colonies. It joined the Union on March 4, 1791.

9. D – Spain, France and the Netherlands all fought against Great Britain in the Revolutionary War. Hessian soldiers from Germany fought with the British.

10. E - Though he led the Continental Army and became the first President of the United States, George Washington did not sign the Declaration of Independence.

Bonus: Red stands for courage, white for truth and blue for justice

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TALK TO YOUR TEENS ABOUT MARRIAGE TO PREPARE THEM FOR ADULTHOOD

Q: My son and daughter are 15 and 13, respectively.

I’m trying to cover all the bases in helping them prepare for adulthood. Is there something you’ve seen parents neglect or just forget to talk about?

Jim: Parents rightfully want teenagers to learn important life lessons—financial management, work ethic, etc. And those are good things to teach to our children. But there’s another topic moms and dads often overlook: marriage!

You’re probably thinking: “Talk to my teenagers about marriage? I’m just hoping to get them through the dating years in one piece!” But conversations about marriage aren’t something that should be ignored in the teen years.

Marriage is an enormous commitment, and yet parents generally do very little to prepare their kids for it. That’s why I think it’s best to weave healthy principles about marriage throughout a child’s upbringing. Boys should be taught from a young age what it means to serve their wife, to honor her and to treat her with dignity. Girls should learn the value of mother-

HELPING TODLER ADJUST TO NEW HAVING A NEW SISTER hood and how marriage can enhance her identity as a woman, rather than detract from it.

Values like these can even have a positive impact on single young adults. They’ll be better equipped to have a healthy dating life. And they’ll also be more likely to wait for the right relationship, instead of jumping into the first thing that comes along.

So don’t wait until your kids are deeply entrenched in a romantic relationship before talking to them about marriage. Proactively teach them how to have a healthy relationship, so they’ll be able to make a good decision when it counts.

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Q: How can we help our 2-year-old adjust to having a new baby sister? He whines and cries for Mommy (me) all the time, and lately he’s been misbehaving as a way of getting our attention. Is this normal?

Danny Huerta, Vice President, Parenting and Youth: Yes, it’s perfectly normal. Your older child has been the center of attention in your family. Now a screaming, crying little stranger has suddenly appeared on the scene and upset his world, demanding huge amounts of your time and attention. It’s only natural that he feels a bit put out.

There are several strategies you can adopt to smooth the transition. First, it’s important for Dad to take an active, involved role with both toddler and baby.

When you’re nursing or tending to the infant, your

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like, “You’re such a big boy now! You can go to the park and ride on the swings. The baby is too little to do that.” Your older child needs to be reassured that he’s special and unique. So let him know that you love him and praise him generously when he’s helpful or kind toward the baby.

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husband could engage the older child in some kind of fun one-on-one activity, giving the boy his full attention. On the other side of the coin, Dad could give you frequent breaks by changing, rocking, burping and generally helping care for the baby whenever possible. That will enable you to also spend some special time with your toddler each day.

Many parents notice some regressive behavior on the part of their toddler after a new baby arrives. For example, the child may try to climb into the infant’s crib or suddenly forget his potty training skills. One way to counter this is to affirm your toddler for his “grown-up” capabilities and to point out some of the advantages of being older. You might say something

Q: What should I do if I fear that my marriage may have been a mistake? It’s only been a short time since the wedding, and already I’m beginning to think that I’ve married the wrong person.

share your goals in a lifetime of mutual commitment, your satisfaction level can increase as you come together. The object lesson is obvious: If you want to be content living with another person, you have to learn to be content in who you are.

Greg Smalley, Vice President, Family Ministries: Simply put, marriage is not primarily about “finding the right person.” It’s about being the right person.

Second, shake off the lingering influences of premarital romance and learn to appreciate your spouse for who he or she really is. During courtship, both spouses-to-be tend to get excited about this wonderful new relationship. As a result, they fill in any perceived gaps in their loved one’s personality. Accept that you’re now married to a person who has flaws— just like you have.

You can begin by working on yourself. If you entered marriage with the expectation that you were going to find happiness in your mate, you were probably disappointed. The range of emotions that we normally experience as unmarried individuals has the potential to become even wider in marriage. If you and your spouse were unhappy and unfulfilled as singles, those feelings of discontentment can sink even lower after you tie the knot. But if you each have a sense of deep individual meaning and purpose, and a desire to

Third, remind yourself of the true meaning of love.

Erich Fromm wrote: “To love somebody is not just a strong feeling—it is a decision, it is a judgment, it is

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There’s certainly nothing wrong with those things.

But true, lasting love goes much deeper than that.

Author Gary Thomas has noted that it’s easy to love someone because they’re always doing nice things for you and making you feel good about yourself.

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Real life is different, though. Even the best spouse is going to let you down from time to time. All of us tend to be self-absorbed, forgetful and even meanQ: Usually when I want to express my love for spirited. It’s true of you and me, and it’s true of the my husband verbally or in writing, I list reasons people we’re married to. But if you can love a spouse why he means so much to me: He’s a good dad, who disappoints you, you aren’t loving them because provides for our family, etc. But he doesn’t seem of anything—you’re loving them anyway. to appreciate those compliments like he used to.

Am I missing something?

Will a woman love her husband who doesn’t express appreciation for the sacrifices she makes? Who takes Greg Smalley, Vice President, Family Ministries: her for granted? Can a man love a wife who isn’t Most of us, when asked to make a list of the reasons nearly as kind to him as he is to her? We all want why we love our spouse, would probably start with to be loved anyway, in spite of our own faults, so “because”: I love my wife because she’s good to shouldn’t we treat the person closest to us the way we me… because she’s kind… because she’s consider- want to be treated? ate… because she’s romantic.

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July 1- 31 SUMMER NIGHTS @ BUSCH GARDENS Experience fireworks and thrilling rides like the all-new Tigris at Summer Nights.

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July 1 - 24 SUMMER OF MAKING AT THE GLAZER CHILDREN’S MUSEUM What is a problem you want to solve for your life, your community, or the world?

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July 1 - 31 DISNEY H2O GLOW NIGHTS Celebrate summer and join your favorite mouse for the ultimate glow party at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park— select nights throughout July. During Disney H2O Glow Nights, the atmosphere transforms into an electric celebration overflowing with splash-tastic surprises.

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July 1-3, 4-7, 19-21 & 22-24 RAYS GAMES AT THE TROP Baseball season is in full swing and here is your chance to cheer on your hometown Tampa Bay Rays! Dig out your baseball gloves and those cowbells and come out to the Trop this July and cheer on your Rays as they face off with the Orioles, the Yankees, the White Sox’s and the Red Sox’s! www.mlb.com/rays

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July 1 - 28 A FEAST FOR THE EYES AT THE MFA A Feast for the Eyes: European Masterpieces from the Grasset Collection features 40 superb Old Master paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries by major Italian, Spanish, German, and Netherlandish artists. This is only the second time this collection has been shown publicly. The Museum of Fine Arts is honored and thrilled to be able to share these extraordinary works of art with their visitors. www.mfastpete.org July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 GCM’S WORLDWIDE WEDNESDAY: FRANCE Travel the globe with the Glazer Children’s Museum during Worldwide Wednesday!

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July 6 & 20 MAKE & TAKE SATURDAY S AT THE MFA Create your own masterpiece inspired by works in the collection and special exhibitions. Supplies are included and the event is free with Museum admission. No registration necessary. Recommended for ages five and older, but entire families are encouraged to participate. www.mfastpete.org July 9 TODDLER TUESDAYS AT ZOO TAMPA Tuesdays are for the toddlers! Once a month, Zoo Members can bring their little ones to the Zoo and enjoy story time, arts & crafts, an animal mingle and a complimentary snack! This month’s Toddler Tuesday celebrates the Zoo’s African animals. Join us as we read “If I Were a Jungle Animal” by Tom and Amanda Ellery and “Over in the Grasslands on an African Savanna” by Marianne Berkes. Stick around at the end of Toddler Tuesday for an exclusive animal mingle inspired by the story. www.zootampa.org July 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28 THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST

July 14 GREAT CONNECTIONS AT GREAT EXPLORATIONS Connect with your family, with other families and with resources in the community. For this event, Great Explorations Children’s Museum will open early for children with special needs and their families to enjoy Great Connections, a sensory-friendly event. Great Explorations will close to the public, offer discounted admission and provide a “cool down” room for families who need to take a break. www.greatex.org

Hugh Jackman has made an impression on audiences of all ages with his multihyphenate career persona, as successful on stage in front of live crowds as he is on film. From his award-winning turn on Broadway as the 1970s singer/songwriter Peter Allen, to his metal claw-wielding Wolverine in the blockbuster X-Men franchise, Jackman has proven to be one of the most versatile actors of our time.

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Come enjoy Oscar Wilde’s classic, The Importance of Being Earnest! This play tells the story of two young gents who have taken to bending the truth to put some excitement into their lives. Things start to go awry when they end up together in the country and their deceptions are discovered. www.carrollwoodplayers.org

July 6, 13, 20 & 27 DILLYDALLY WITH DALI Children can discover the creative world of Dali through games, puzzles and arts + crafts activities which educate and encourage family interaction. Dillydally with Dali takes place under the direction of the museum’s Family Programs Coordinator in the 1st floor Education Classroom. www.thedali.org

July 13 CLEARWATER DOWNTOWN BLOCK PARTY Enjoy live entertainment, food, games and more while learning about community and charitable groups in the area. This is a family-friendly event with lots of activities for children. This community block party will be held on the 500 block of Cleveland Street. www.myclearwater.com

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July 13 - 14 SHARKCON AT THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM When you experience SharkCon, you will dive deep into the world’s oceans.

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June 16 SUMMER MOVIES AT THE BILHEIMER CAPITOL THEATRE The seasonal movie series at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre is fun for the entire family.

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July 18 – 28 Performed by students age 8-14, this junior adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical, Annie, features a story with equal measures of pluck and positivity.

Everyone’s favorite redhead charms hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie, Jr. features the most memorable songs from the original score including It’s the Hard Knock Life, Tomorrow, NYC and more, this Broadway classic plays on the TECO stage for two weekends this summer. www.strazcenter.org July 2019 • 41

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learn about each era, along with Tampa’s history. Open to children ages 7-11, History Adventure Camps include hands on experiences including games, crafts, outdoor activities, gallery time and guest speakers. At the conclusion of each camp, each child will take home a memory book of their adventures. www.tampabayhistorycenter.org

July 20 PEANUTS IN SPACE AT THE GLAZER CHILDREN’S MUSEUM July 19 NEXT GENERATION BALLET: SUMMER SHOWCASE This performance features over 150 students from all across the United States, Mexico, Canada and Hong Kong who are enrolled in the Next Generation Ballet Summer Intensive (3 week and 5 week option). Students will showcase what they learned in classical ballet, contemporary dance and musical theater in this professionally produced performance in the elegant Ferguson Hall. www.strazcenter.org July 20 ONE GIANT LEAP CELEBRATION AT THE KENNEDY SPACE CENTER Exactly 50 years ago on July 20, the world heard these famous words as Neil Armstrong lowered onto the surface of the

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo Missions with special programs, coloring activities, and more! Kiddos can engineer a lunar rover, experience a spacethemed VR experience in SMALLab, taste space food, enjoy interstellar story time, make planet bracelets, and more! www.glazermuseum.org

July 20 TAMPA BAY ROWDIES SOCCER Kick it at Al Lang Stadium and cheer on the Tampa Bay Rowdies! Experience the electrifying home games with stands packed with fans cheering the team on with age old songs and chants, top notch concessions, and an outdoor stadium situated right on the waterfront of downtown St. Pete. Gates open 60 minutes prior to kickoff. This July take a trip downtown and cheer on the Rowdies as they take on the Saint Louis FC. www.rowdiessoccer.com July 22 - 26 HISTORY ADVENTURE CAMP: AMERICAN GIRL Spend your summer with American Girl© characters from three different periods in history – Cecile & Marie-Grace (1853), Kit (1934), and Julie (1974). Campers will

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Based on the 1992 Disney film, Disney’s Newsies comes to life on the Ferguson stage. Performed by students age 13 through college.

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