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Mosquitoes

Small Bite, Big Threat. Protect Yourself.

to prevent mosquitoes and mosquito bites. Drain standing water in and around your home: • Replace water in bird baths and pet bowls at least once a week. • Empty standing water in flower pots, garbage cans, buckets, toys, and other large and small items that collect water. • Protect boats and vehicles from rain with tarps that do not collect water. • Keep swimming pools chlorinated and maintained. Empty kiddie pools when not in use. Cover your skin with clothing and repellent: • Wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, shoes, and socks when outdoors; light-colored, lightweight, loose-fitting clothing will be the most comfortable. • Apply repellent to bare skin and to clothing. Always use repellents according to label directions. • Repellents containing DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, and IR3535 are effective. • Use mosquito netting to protect children younger than 2 months old. Cover doors, windows, porches, and patios with screens. Repair broken screens. The Florida Department of Health in Escambia County works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

Find more information at www.EscambiaHealth.com

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Columns

Mom of the Month 4

Living With Children John Rosemond

Admitting Mistakes to Teenagers

Growing Up Online

It may be difficult, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very important. Find out how to do it!

Straight talk about online harassment will help you protect your kids.

Get This!

Gerry Paige Smith

A Page in a Book

Gerry Paige Smith

Growing Up Online Carolyn Jabs

Dave Says Dave Ramsey

What Kids Learn at Summer Camp

2016 Summer Camps

Why sending your child to camp is the gift that keeps on giving.

Our guide shares details about day and overnight camps in Pensacola and beyond.

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On The Cover Rylee (6) and Gracie (4) are the daughters of Sheree and Christian Garman. Proud grandparents are Richard and Brenda Roselli and Donna Garman and Steve Garman. Rylee loves art and is always creating. Gracie is a beach lover and her favorite thing to do is play in the sand. The sweet sisters are best friends and love to play together.

Bits and Pieces 8

School Bits 36

Family Calendar 44

Movie Reviews

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MomOfTheMonth Welcome to the first issue of Greater Pensacola Parents! Parenting is hard work but it is also one of the greatest blessings any one of us will ever experience. Parents and their children together produce amazing love and laughter, life-long memories, and offer each other support and encouragement. Each month Greater Pensacola Parents aims to come alongside you on this journey as we celebrate family and community. In every issue we will showcase the community through our Bits ‘n Pieces, and spotlight local students with our School Bits. You will find insightful stories from local and national writers including financial advice from Dave Ramsey and a parenting Q&A with John Rosemond. The Family Calendar will help you plan family outings and our monthly themed guides will assist you in finding the resources your family is looking for. We kick things off with our Summer Camp Issue! Summer is an exciting time for families. We take a break from the school routine and enjoy a little more relaxed schedule. Summer is also a great time for children to learn a new hobby, try out a new sport or make new friends in summer camp. In this issue we have included a directory of summer camps available to local families. We have well over 100 camps included so you are sure to find several options to fit everyone’s interests. I can’t talk about the camp directory without saying a huge thank you to the local businesses hosting these camps. How wonderful to live in an area with so many wonderful options! You will find the Summer Camp Guide beginning on page 28. Summer camps are always loads of fun for kids, but Heidi Smith Luedtke, Ph.D. reminds us in her article, What Kids Learn at Summer Camp, that there are many additional benefits to camp. My children have never been to sleep-away camp. Before this year they have never expressed an interest, and honestly I have always been okay with that. The “what ifs” used to cause me hesitation. “What if she gets homesick? What if she is not enjoying camp?” The thought of them going away does make me a little nervous but after reading Dr. Luedtke’s article, I feel a lot more comfortable if they do decide to go. I will miss them terribly, but I will gladly put my feelings aside to join them in their excitement to venture out. Speaking of venturing out, make sure you check out the Family Calendar on page 36. It is filled with many family friendly events to keep you and your loved ones busy all month long. If your organization is hosting a community event you would like to submit for consideration, please email the event details to editor@greaterpensacolaparents.com by the 10th of the month prior. Greater Pensacola Parents is a FREE monthly publication that you will find in family friendly businesses all over the Greater Pensacola area. You will find it in shops, restaurants, doctor’s offices, schools, churches, daycares, recreation facilities and more! Do you have a friend who would enjoy a copy? Go ahead and pick up an extra copy or two to share with friends! Make sure you also “Like” Greater Pensacola Parents on Facebook to see the latest on what we are working on for the upcoming month! We thank you for picking up your first issue of Greater Pensacola Parents and hope you will continue to do so each month. Each issue will be jam packed with positive news, helpful resources and family events, so grab your calendars and start planning!

Lynn Knighton Publisher

Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

Greater Pensacola Greater Pensacola’s Foremost Parenting Source

Greater Pensacola Parents Magazine is founded on the principle that parenting is an exciting, diverse, challenging, and significant role in our community. Greater Pensacola Parents Magazine is a community advocate for families and the parenting process.

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LivingWithChildren by John Rosemond

Dinner with a Picky Eater Q: Our 4-year-old daughter will not eat dinner, no matter what. At most, she takes a few bites of what I fix and then says she doesn’t like it. This has been going on for over a year. I’ve taken favorite things away from her, sent her to bed early, even spanked. Nothing has worked and to be honest I’m getting increasingly frustrated. I absolutely refuse to fix her a special plate. I want her to be grateful for what she has. Please give me some direction here. A: I can give you some suggestions, but no approach is going to solve this problem as long as you are frustrated. You’ve gotten yourself stuck in a power struggle that you cannot win. An adult who enters into a power struggle with a child is no longer acting like an authority figure; therefore, the only person with any power in an adult-child power struggle is the child. If your daughter hasn’t eaten dinner for over a year and she’s still alive and thriving, then she’s eating enough at breakfast and lunch to carry her over to the next day.

You’re doing the right thing by not fixing her a special meal, but you’re probably paying entirely too much attention to her at the dinner table-coaxing, threatening, bribing, and the like. That’s going to do nothing but make this problem worse. I have three suggestions for you, all of which have good track records. Take your pick, but whatever you decide to do, stick with it because nothing is going to work without patience on your part. First Approach: Feed her 30 minutes before the family sits down at the table. Put very small portions on her plate-no more than a tablespoon of each food item. Set a timer and when the thirty minutes is up, take away whatever food remains. If she has not finished everything on her plate, put her to bed, explaining to her that a doctor has told you that children who don’t eat dinner are actually tired and need more sleep. While she is sitting at the table, whether she is eating or not, pay absolutely no attention to her. Leave the room. Don’t

even stick your head back in there and ask how she’s doing. Second approach: When you fix dinner, make sure you fix at least one food that she likes (assuming there is such a thing). Set a place for her at the table, but put no more than a half-teaspoon of each food item on her plate. The rule is that when and if she eats everything on her plate she can have seconds of anything. As time goes on, slowly increase the amount of each helping so that she has to eat more and more in order to receive second helpings. Again, the most important variable here is that you pay no attention to her if she isn’t eating. Have adult talk. Third approach: Don’t set a place for her at the dinner table. When dinner is ready, don’t call her. If she asks why there’s no place for her, calmly tell her that she obviously doesn’t like the dinners you fix and you’ve decided that’s perfectly fine. She has your permission to eat only breakfast and lunch. If she says she’s hungry, tell her you’ll fix a plate for her when the rest of the family has eaten. When all is said and done, your daughter needs dinner less than she needs you to be a calm authority figure in her life. Family psychologist John Rosemond answers parents’ questions at www.johnrosemond.com and parentguru.com.

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Market in the Breeze

17th Annual Pensacola Kids Fishing Clinic

4-8 p.m. every Tuesday evening (April 5, 12, 19 & 26), Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. First Spring Farmers Market in Gulf Breeze. Come shop the huge selection of more than 50 area vendors, at fair market prices. Grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks or other hot food vendors. Find the best local produce, milk, eggs, meat or baked goods. Collect ingredients to create your family a home-cooked meal. Shop local artists and crafters for the perfect gift. For more info, visit www.marketinthebreeze.com.

Saturday, April 9 * 9 a.m.-noon Community Maritime Park The kids’ fishing clinic is an event geared toward teaching kids the joy of fishing and to respect the environment. Each kid ages 4-14 goes through five stations and learns knot tying, good angling, where fish live, tackle, and casting. Upon completing these stations, they receive a free T-shirt, a free rod and reel, and a free bucket with fishing rules /regulations and lots of other free stuff. Kids are welcome to stay and fish all day; we have volunteers, baiting hooks, and dehooking caught fish. Bait is free. Both the kids and the parents have a great time at this event. There also is free food and drinks while they last. We started this clinic in 1998 and since then it has grown to 1,000 kids yearly. Local team and radio mascots show up to entertain the kids; this really is a community event made possible by its sponsors. For more info, visit http://www.pensacola.fish/KFC.

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Ghost Hunt at Pensacola Lighthouse

Disney On Ice Presents Let’s Celebrate!

Saturday, April 9, at 8 p.m. 2081 Radford Blvd., Pensacola Join us for a ghost hunt in the historic 1869 Keeper’s Quarters and see if our ghosts are willing to meet you. Follow in the footsteps of TAPS using real ghost hunting equipment. Bring your own equipment or share ours (some items available for purchase in the Gift Shop before tours commence.) Tours are two hours in duration. This tour DOES include a trip to the top of the Lighthouse for a look across Pensacola Bay, weather permitting. Per Coast Guard safety regulations, backless/open toed shoes are not permitted to climb the tower stairs. Recommend for children 12 and over only. Call (850) 393-1561 or visit www.pensacolalighthouse.org/.

April 29-May 1 Fri. 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. | Sat. 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. | Sun. 2 p.m. Pensacola Bay Center, 201 East Gregory Street It’s one colossal party on ice, with all your favorite Disney friends! Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as they celebrate a Very Merry Unbirthday Party with Alice and the Mad Hatter; Mardi Gras with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen; a Royal Valentine’s Day Ball with the Disney Princesses; a Hawaiian luau with Lilo & Stitch; a winter wonderland with Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear; a Halloween haunt with the Disney Villains and more in a magical medley of holidays, celebrations and festivals from around the globe. Call (850) 432-0800 or visit www.pensacolabaycenter.com/.

Pensacola Hot Wheels Food Truck Festival

Grillin’ in the Breeze

April 23 * 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Plaza De Luna, 900 S Palafox St., Pensacola. Local food trucks featuring signature dishes from a variety of cooking styles and flavors come together in Downtown Pensacola. This free event features an eclectic mix of food truck signature dishes, live music, and a Hot Wheels Food Truck Tasting competition. Pensacola Hot Wheels Food Truck Festival is a charity event to benefit Pensacola Habitat for Humanity. Pensacola Habitat for Humanity will welcome families, food lovers, adventure seekers and Habitat supporters to its first-ever Food Truck Festival in support of its work. Visit www. pensacolahotwheels.org or call (850) 434-5456 for more info.

April 23 * 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Shoreline Park next to “The Rec” in Gulf Breeze. For the past two years, people have enjoyed delicious and creative concoctions hot off the grills, live music and a dedicated kids’ area at Grillin’ in the Breeze. Most importantly, the event benefits Take Stock In Children, which provides scholarships, mentoring and hope to deserving local children. Local chefs, celebrities and backyard grilling teams compete at Grillin’ in the Breeze and you can be the judge! Teams serve up delicious tastings hot off their grills for patrons to sample. Live music provided by Loaded Goat. Kids area with exhibits by The MESS Hall. Silent auction. For details, visit grillininthebreeze.com/. 5

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Pensacola JazzFest Announces Lineup

More than 20 acts are scheduled to perform at the 33rd Annual Pensacola JazzFest. The festival is a three-day musical celebration in Seville Square hosted by Jazz Pensacola – formerly recognized as the Jazz Society of Pensacola. Festivities begin with a performance from the finalists of the Student Jazz Competition at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 1, and run through 7:45 p.m. on Sunday, April 3. This FREE event serves as Jazz Pensacola’s annual gift to the community and is made possible through loyal support from jazz fans, ACE grants and sponsorships. The festival offers a great lineup of live jazz music performances, arts and crafts exhibits, local food vendors and lots of fun for the whole family. With musical routines from Jacksonville native, percussionist/ bandleader Terry “Doc” Handy and his group; multi-talented pianist/ keyboardist Gino Rosaria and his band Groove Symphony, shown at right; returning eclectic band, the Guffman Trio; and saxophonist Joe Occhipinti, who showcases big band flair, jazz enthusiasts will not be disappointed. Local favorites Roman Street and the entertaining Jones and Company will make it hard for listeners to keep their seat, while the Village Brass Band will soothe festival goers with the uniqueness of New Orleans Jazz. The playground area toward the rear of the park will host children’s activities and games throughout the weekend, including a “Jazz Jam for Kids” with complimentary harmonicas and kazoos to introduce them to the joy of making music. An arts and crafts showcase will feature fine art, handmade items, clothing, jewelry and more. Savor delicious fare from a variety of quality vendors, along with adult refreshments at the beer and wine tent. Current and past JazzFest posters, merchandise and CDs by performing artists will be available for purchase. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs, as there will be a limited number of seating available. JazzFest is a smoke-free event. For more information and to see a full schedule of events and music, visit JazzPensacola.com.

Join the Blue Wahoos Kids Club

The Florida Blue/Blue Wahoos Kids Club is a great way to get together with kids around the area, revel in fun activities and enjoy the fifth season of Blue Wahoos baseball! Dates for this year’s activities include Sundays, May 8, May 29, June 12, July 24 and August 14. Along with great times, each Blue Wahoos/Florida Blue Kids Club member will get to meet players, hang out with Kazoo and receive a Blue Wahoos gift. If you are interested in joining the 2016 Kids Club, please contact our Community Relations Trainee Amanda Stephenson at communityrelations@bluewahoos.com or call (850) 934-8444 ext. 205.

Burger Battle by the Bay

The Rotary Club of Pensacola Suburban West will hold its inaugural Burger Battle by the Bay on Saturday, April 30, at the Vince Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. This is the first burger-grilling contest of its kind in Pensacola and will benefit the SubWest Rotary Foundation and Take Stock in Children, an organization that provides college scholarships to lowincome academically qualified students. The Burger Battle by the Bay will feature teams of civic organizations, backyard novices and restaurants from the greater Pensacola Area. Some serious burger grillers will compete for the Professional team category, and all teams will compete for the coveted People’s Choice award, so come hungry. Burgers are not restricted to beef but must be prepared on a charcoal grill. The price of admission is $10 if purchased in advance and $12 at the gate. Your ticket gives you admission to the event and tastings from all of the fabulous Burger Battle by the Bay teams. For more info and to purchase tickets, call (850)232-5507 or visit www.burgerbattlebythebay.com. Grilling teams may register as professional, civic or amateur. Cost is $150 per team and sponsorships are available. Please contact Kirk Waters at (850) 450-9378. Suburban West Rotary Club is part of Rotary International, a volunteer organization of business and professional leaders, who provide humanitarian service and help to build goodwill and peace in the world. Meetings are held each Thursday at 12:15 p.m. at the Pensacola Yacht Club. Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science

April 12 * 7:30 p.m. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox Pl. Fans can expect all-new everything including songs, multimedia presentations, talk-show antics, and bigger and better potentially dangerous food demonstrations. Brown has a knack for mixing together a perfect base of science, music and food into two hours of pure entertainment. He promises “plenty of new therapy inducing opportunities during our audience participation segments. Plus, you’ll see things I’ve never been allowed to do on TV.” For more info or tickets, call (850) 595-3880 or visit www.pensacolasaenger.com/. 6

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Bands on the Beach Return Beginning April 5

32nd Annual Pensacola Crawfish Festival

April 29-May 1 Fri. Noon - 11 p.m. | Sat. 10a.m. - 11 p.m. | Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Bartram Park, Bayfront Parkway, Pensacola. The Pensacola Crawfish Festival presented by Coastal Bank and Trust will bring a taste of Louisiana right here to Pensacola Bay with a wide variety of Cajun fare such as crawfish poboys, crawfish pies, and over 16,000 pounds of boiled crawfish. Other festival favorites include chicken baskets, red beans and rice, gyros, bloomin’ onions, kettle corn, apple dumplins and Deep Fried Brownies. Alcholic and non-alcoholic beverages are also available. Call (850) 433-6512 or visit http://www.fiestaoffiveflags.org/.

Music on a summer night at the the Gulf of Mexico – what could be better? The Bands on the Beach weekly series begins on April 5 and features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Join us every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Gulfside Pavilion, 735 Pensacola Beach Blvd., Pensacola Beach. This FREE series runs through October 25. Organized by the Santa Rosa Island Authority, Bands on the Beach delivers an eclectic musical experience featuring a lineup of regional artists. The event is open to the public and located at the Gulfside Pavilion on Casino Beach. Spectators are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets; however pets and glass are prohibited. The April and May schedule follows: April 5: Déjà vu; April 12: Emerald Coast Blues Brothers; April 19: After Midnight; April 26: 13th Hourglass; May 10: True Blue Band; May 17: Mr. Big & The Rhythm Sisters; May 24: Southern Breeze; May 31: Not Quite Fab. For more info, call (850) 932-2257, visit www.visitpensacolabeach.com or tune to Cat Country 98.7 for the latest updates.

Market Basket

Sunday, April 24 * 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 5eleven, 511 S. Palafox Street, Pensacola The Junior League of Pensacola presents an intimate, upscale tasting and shopping experience! This year’s Market Basket is an exciting fundraiser with a “Shop. Sip. Savor.” theme complete with food samplings from area chefs, home goods, and personal accessories for those with discerning tastes. Put on your Sunday best and join us at this exclusive and unique event! Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door and are available at http:// juniorleagueofpensacola.org/marketbasket/.

Free Flicks on the Field Movie Nights Sunset, Saturdays in April (usually around 7 p.m.) PARA Football Complex 3536 Limbaugh Lane, Pace April 2 – “Kung Fu Panda 3” April 9 – “The Good Dinosaur” April 16 – “The Peanuts Movie” April 23 – “Minions” April 30 – “Jurassic World”

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Autauga County Schools

Pensacola Invitational (PI) Holds Largest Math Competition Yet

Episcopal Day School Holds Annual ‘Grill On the Hill’

Episcopal Day School of Christ Church Parish (EDS) invites the public to enjoy all you can eat BBQ at the 6th Annual “Grill on the Hill – Go Pig or Go Home” amateur BBQ tasting competition on Saturday, April 16, from 2 to 8 p.m. at the beautiful Hilton-Green Campus at 601 N. Palafox Street in downtown Pensacola. Tickets for this popular spring event are $30 in advance and may be purchased from www.eventbrite.com or by contacting parent volunteer Lea Richardson by e-mail at pblxgrl79@aol.com. Tickets are available at the door for $35. All “Grill on the Hill” proceeds will benefit Episcopal Day School, and it is their sole fundraising event for the year. Grilling teams will prepare delicious BBQ offerings on site and compete rain or shine for bragging rights. Attendees will enjoy their BBQ culinary creations, as well as live music, a silent auction, a live auction, and a raffle. Guests must be 21 and up to attend.

The Pensacola Invitational (PI) is a local math competition for elementary and middle school students of Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. It was founded with the goal of exposing local students to competitive math in a structure similar to that found at the high school level. Math teams from each school across the county are categorized by their current math class and top contenders for each category are awarded based on their performance in both individual and team rounds. For the past seven years, Pensacola High School students have succeeded in making PI a completely student-run event. Because students run the competition, it is free to all participants. A former PHS IB student founded the competition in 2009. Following in his footsteps, the organizers of PI have attended some of the top schools in the country. The first year the competition hosted about 30 students; it has since grown into a highly anticipated, two-county, student event with more than 400 participants, held this year on March 5. “Not only has this competition provided invaluable experience to middle and elementary school students in our area, it has also provided a beneficial leadership role for the students running it,” said PHS math teacher and the organization’s sponsor, Jan Sales. “The event runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. so PI organizers Anish Gupta and Carla Dias even found sponsors to help them provide lunch to 400 competitors – and that was a lot of pizza!” This event was made possible through the help of sponsors: Escambia County Sheriff David Morgan, the Florida Engineering, the Society of American Military Engineers, Lambert Lanza CPAs, and Escambia County Superintendent Malcolm Thomas.

GBES Classes Compete In STEAM Challenge

Gulf Breeze Elementary School’s firstgrade classes were excited for their recent STEAM challenge. Mrs. Jones’ class worked in teams of four and five to build boats that could travel across the “ocean.” The boats had to be able to move using only the force that came from the wind of the fan. One student used an iPad to time how long each boat took to cross the “ocean.” Times were compared and a discussion was held about which boat took the least amount of time and why. Students from left are Braeden, Drew, Cameron, Mady and Kayla. Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

ROTC Cadets Mentor Students At C.A. Weis Elementary

Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps cadets are serving their community as mentors to students at C.A. Weis Elementary - a CommUNITY school.

GSTC Students Qualify for State Competition

This year’s Region 1 Skills USA competition was held at Pensacola State College. The February 24 awards ceremony was a banner evening for George Stone Technical Center, with 23 students qualifying for the state competition to be held in April in Lakeland. The following students placed in the following categories: Automotive Collision: 1st Place - Jason Gant and 2nd Place - Victor Marquez; Automotive Refinishing: 1st Place - Scott Wilton and 2nd Place - Jeremy Gunter; Automotive Service: 1st Place - Rhen Robinson; Cosmetology Quiz Bowl: 1st Place - Bridget Dunlap Williams, Amanda Goolsby, Amber Graham, Magan Miller and Brigitte Ortiz; Fire Fighting: 1st Place - Jason Crabbe, 2nd Place - Evan Infanzon and 3rd Place - Angle Santana; First Aid/CPR: 1st Place - Manuel Nielsen; Information Technology Services: 1st Place - Craig Manninen; 2nd Place - Kameron Killam; and 3rd Place - Leonard Kelmer; Internetworking: 1st Place - Kaleri Henderson; Marine Service: 1st Place - Eric Spiegel, 2nd Place - Blake Bush and 3rd Place - Gregory Varvouris; Medical Terminology: 1st Place - Ashlee Evans and Men’s Haircutting: 1st Place - Neil Enriquez. For more information about the programs available at the George Stone Technical Center, call (850) 941-6200 or visit www.georgestonecenter.com. 8

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Artel Gallery Names Mask Show Winners

The winners for this year’s Mask Show at the Artel Gallery are: kindergarten-2nd grade winners: 1st place Kailey Fleming, Blue Angels, 2nd grade; 2nd place Jaz Lagergren, Cordova Park, 2nd grade; 3rd place Bella Viernes, Hellen Caro, kindergarten; and honorable mention Blake Greenwood, Beulah, 2nd grade. 3rd-5th grade winners: 1st place Jack Blanton, N.B. Cook, 5th grade; 2nd place Joe Kish, Lipscomb, 5th grade (artwork shown below left); 3rd place Allen Peterson, Blue Angel, 5th grade (artwork shown below right); and honorable mentions Aidan I Banez, Hellen Caro, 3rd grade, and Kyle Lagergren, Cordova, 5th grade; 6th-8th grade winners: 1st place Jada Washington, Bailey Middle, 7th grade; 2nd place Paris Alexander, Ransom, 8th grade; 3rd place Mia Torres, Bailey, 8th grade; and honorable mention Haley Painter, Ransom, 8th grade; 9th-12th grade winners: 1st place Ayana Thompson, West Florida, 12th grade; 2nd place Gina Rodriguez, Booker T. Washington, 11th grade; 3rd place Nathan Macadam, West Florida, 11th grade; and honorable mentions James Scott, Escambia, 12th grade, and Brennah Coffin, Booker T. Washington, 10th grade. Best of Show went to Alek Boudreaux, Booker T. Washington, 10th grade; Most Experimental went to Amber Covalt, Tate, 9th grade; and the Artel Board of Directors Award went to Bianca Stack, West Florida, 11th grade.

Pine Forest ROTC Hosts Academic Brain Brawl

On February 6, Pine Forest High School’s Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps unit hosted 24 teams from across Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas and Louisiana in the Area 8 Academic “Brain Brawl” Championship. The top teams were: 1st Place - Pine Forest #1, 2nd Place - Navarre #1, 3rd Place - Pace #1 and 4th Place - Escambia #1. The top two teams will vie for the National Brain Brawl Championship hosted by Area 5 at Naval Academy on April 30. Students on the top two teams are: First Place: Pine Forest Team #1 - Edwin Gibbons, II, Joseph Lupton, Melissa Schumacher and Rachel Rudd; Second Place: Navarre Team #1 - Patrick Keele, Jarius Matos, Hunter Richardson, Zachary St. Amant, and Riley Roberson. From left are Pine Forest students Edwin Gibbons II, Joseph Lupton, Melissa Schumacher and Rachel Rudd.

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Autauga County Schools

Bailey Middle Competes in Regional Science Olympiad

The Regional Science Olympiad was held at UWF February 20. Students in grades 6-8 competed in 12 events. The team of 15 placed third and then, along with coaches Linda Bruner and Charles Henderson, traveled to Orlando to compete in the state championship on March 19. There the team competed in 23 events. Team members are: Casey Casady, Nicole Corleone, Julia Day, Colby Fenters, Tori Greene, Cyndi Hayes, Michael Hightower, Joseph Knight, Annie Laguer, Chris Marsden, Erykah Mohler, Jake Oursler, Madison Turnmeyer, Luke Whitwell and Josh Wilkinson. Maisha Khan served as the team’s alternate. From left are UWF Science Olympiad Coordinator Mike Huggins, Luke Whitwell, Linda Bruner, Colby Fenters, Jake Oursler, Erykah Mohler, Maisha Khan, Annie Laguer, Chris Marsden, Josh Wilkinson, Michael Hightower and Charles Henderson.

GBMS Students Compete In School Geography Bee Gulf Breeze Middle School’s Geography Bee winner for the 2015-16 school year was Jack Hitchcock, with Joseph Randall finishing second and Bickston Laenger finishing third. Hitchcock moves on to the state competition and will represent GBMS in Jacksonville April 1.

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Escambia High Band Gears Up for Gator March

The Escambia High School Band will hold its Gator March 5K run/walk for the third year at Big Lagoon State Park on April 23. The course covers five kilometers, or 3.1 miles, in a loop on park property. The start and finish line will be at the Governor’s Pavilion. The race will begin at 7 a.m. and proceeds support the Escambia High Marching Band, The Pride. The entry fee is $25 and a student-designed shirt is guaranteed to those who register by April 11. Participants may register at Active.com, or by bringing a registration form to the Escambia High Band Room. T-shirt and packet pick-up will be at the Escambia High Band Room, at 1310 North 65th Avenue on Friday, April 22, from 5-7 p.m., or on race day from 6-6:30 a.m. at the Governor’s Pavilion at the park. What makes this run/walk extra special is not only the beautiful park grounds, but the participation of the Escambia High Band members who play at various spots along the course. For added fun, the EHS Gator mascot will be there for encouragement and to pose for selfies! This is a very safe course good for wheelchairs, baby strollers, walkers, etc. Limited parking is available at the Governor’s Pavilion. Additional parking is within walking distance of the Governor’s Pavilion. If you cannot participate in the race yourself, please sponsor a student from one of our area schools, so that they may enjoy some fun with other students outside getting healthy and visiting one of our local state parks. To sponsor a student, please contact Linda Lewis at (850) 469-6364, or at LLewis@escambia.k12.fl.us. Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

Workman Middle Visitor Discusses Constitution

Visitor John Appleyard met with Workman Middle School seventh-grade civics students recently to introduce them to his booklet about the Constitution. Thanks to the Pensacola Heritage Foundation, Inc., each one of Workman’s 7th grade civics classes are receiving class sets. These will accompany similar booklets about the writing of the Bill of Rights. Thank you, Mr. Appleyard, for supporting social studies education in Escambia County Schools!

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Episcopal Day School Plans New Innovation Lab Episcopal Day School of Christ Church Parish (EDS) in Pensacola is the recent recipient of a $25,000 Kugelman Foundation grant for the creation of a dedicated space for an innovation lab. In gratitude for the generous gift, EDS hosted a “Lunch With Nonie” in honor of Jane Kugelman, for whom the lab will be named. “Nonie” is the name which Jane Kugelman’s grandchildren affectionately call their grandmother, and many of her greatgrandchildren are current EDS students. Students demonstrated the technology to be utilized in the lab and detailed the school’s exciting plans for the future. The Kugelman Innovation Lab will be a dedicated space optimized for 21st Century teaching and learning, as well as fostering student success through project-based learning with integrated technology in the classroom. Instruction within the lab will emphasize the study of science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics (STEaM). The intent is that exposure to these subjects will lead students to become inventors, entrepreneurs, collaborators and problem solvers. The addition of the Kugelman Innovation Lab is a critical step in the ongoing transformation of EDS classrooms and outdoor learning spaces so students may most effectively collaborate, think critically, be creative and communicate their ideas. Educators

must prepare children for jobs that are yet unknown in a rapidly changing world. With financial gifts dedicated to this purpose, other supporters have also made their commitment to making the dream of an innovation lab a reality for EDS students, and the $25,000 gift from the Kugelman Foundation will be the impetus which allows the school to prepare this dedicated space in the summer. The plan is for the Kugelman Innovation Lab to be ready for the start of the 2016-17 school year. As part of the EDS middle school expansion plan, a classroom is available for this purpose with Kindergarten moving to the Hilton-Green Campus for early childhood classes next school year. The Kugelman Innovation Lab will not only be a resource for EDS students, but for the entire community as well. The school invites the public to attend community events for children and their parents. Once com-

pleted, these will be hosted in the Kugelman Innovation Lab and attendees will enjoy the fun and benefits of STEaM-based pursuits. The Kugelman Innovation Lab will enhance

the vitality of the downtown area with free educational activities for families. The school will later host a grand opening ceremony and formally name the Kugelman Innovation Lab in appreciation for the foundation’s gift. The Kugelman Foundation is committed to continuing its support for the growth and development of the lab for years to come.

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Artwork Winners Named for Kaps for Kids Fundraiser

Children across the Panhandle competed in the Ronald McDonald House Charitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; largest fundraiser by turning in artwork to be featured during Kaps 4 Kids (K4K). More than 300 drawings were entered and the Top 10 were chosen to represent their schools in the event. The winners came from eight different schools. The first-place winner, who will be featured on the K4K T-shirt, is Molly Settimio from A.K. Suter Elementary. The other winners are listed in no particular order and will be shown on the insulated tote bag: Reese Sayer and Alayna Smith, West Navarre Intermediate; Madison Lopez, Berryhill Elementary; Sarah Branch, Scenic Heights Elementary; Krystina de Alba, Lipscomb Elementary; Isabella Watts, Oriole Beach Elementary; Taylor Eckhoff and and Stella Bryant, Beulah Elementary; and Chloe Ducker, St. John the Evangelist Catholic School. Kaps 4 Kids is a casual day for businesses and groups who choose to show their support for the Ronald McDonald House. Businesses are simply asked to allow their employees to participate. Supporters have the option to purchase Tshirts, caps, visors, socks or insulated tote bags by making a donation to the Ronald McDonald House. Last year, Kaps 4 Kids raised $100,000 for the Ronald McDonald House. For more info, call (850) 477-2273.

Local High School Students Awarded in Regional Art Contest

Escambia High School eleventh-grader Abigail Culver was recently awarded Best of Show for the 2016 Congressional Art Competition for the region under Representative Jeff Miller. Culverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art will be displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol. She and a parent will travel to Washington D.C. to the National Congressional Art Competition reception. She also was awarded a $1,000 scholarship to the art program at PSC. Ruth McAuliffe is the art teacher in the EHS visual arts program. First place was awarded to West Florida High School student Jennifer Sublett, under the direction of art educator Sarah Ingram. Culver is shown with her Best of Show artwork.

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EPEA Holds 6th Annual Kickball Tournament

The Escambia Physical Education Association (EPEA) held its 6th Annual Kickball Tournament for faculty and staff March 4 and 5 at Exchange Park. Thirty-six teams played, representing 32 different schools and numerous district departments, combining for nearly 550 players! There were more than 25 volunteers and thousands came to cheer on their favorite school/department/and player(s). Winners were: Jetsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Division (Competitive): Pine Forest High School (Championship game was against Hall Center Razors); Flintstoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Division (Fun): Ferry Pass Elementary (Championship game was against Beulah Elementary); and Golden Shirt Award (Best Designed T-Shirt, by fan votes): 1st - Lipscomb; 2nd - Transportation Department; and 3rd - Ferry Pass Elementary.

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UWF Football Players Mentor Bellview Elementary Students

Starting immediately, members of the University of West Florida Argo football team will be traveling once a week to mentor young students at Bellview Elementary School.

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Oakcrest Athletes Receive New Bikes

On February 26, Oakcrest Elementary received new bikes and helmets to help support student participation in youth multisports. The bikes and helmets were donated through The Gulf Coast Tri Initiative, a joint effort of Gulf Coast Triathlon Team, Santa Rosa Island Triathlon, and Anderson Subaru. The donation will help the students practice for the upcoming Maritime de Luna Du Youth Duathlon and the fall Sea Turtle Triathlon.

Gulf Breeze Middle Math Team Wins Contest

The Gulf Breeze Middle School MathCounts Team won its competition in February and five students—Ashley Wu, Max Mateer, Binkston Laenger, Cole Kariher and Tulla Bee Picardi—will go with teacher Christy Morgan to the state competition in Orlando in April.

EDS Semifinalist in State Geography Bee

Episcopal Day School of Christ Church Parish (EDS) eighth-grade student Brennan Dampier is one of the semifinalists eligible to compete in the 2016 Florida National Geographic State Bee at Jacksonville University on April 1. EDS students in grades 4 through 8 recently competed in the National Geographic Bee competition, and Dampier was the school winner. This is the second level of the National Geographic Bee competition. School Bees were held in schools for students in grades 4 through 8 throughout the state to determine each school champion. School champions took an online qualifying test. The National Geographic Society invited Dampier and up to 100 of the top-scoring students in each of the 50 states, District of Columbia, Department of Defense Dependents Schools and U.S. territories to compete in state Bees.

Workman Middle Holds Read-A-Thon

J.H. Workman Middle School, together with Usborne Books, recently conducted a week-long read-a-thon, “Reach for the Stars,” during Celebrate Literacy Week. Students accepted the challenge to read, or be read to, each day for 30 minutes for the entire week. Students also asked family and friends to support their reading by becoming sponsors. Two very generous sponsors for the Workman Middle read-a-thon were Dr. Sidney Rosenthal, with Pensacola Endodontics, and Joel Smith, with AppRiver. Each contributed $500. With all of this event’s donations, the school will be able to purchase books for classroom libraries and for their Innovation Center.

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GBMS Symphonic Band Receives Superior Rating

The Gulf Breeze Middle School Symphonic Band, led by Susan Smithey, participated in the 2016 District Competition and received its 25th consecutive Superior Rating. Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

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Gulf Breeze First-Graders Open President Museum

In February, first-grade students at Gulf Breeze Elementary School opened a Live Presidents Museum in honor of Presidents’ Day. Students were actively involved in the research of their assigned president and design of their costumes. They presented interesting facts to parents and visitors who were visiting the museum. Adeline is shown at right, dressed as Abraham Lincoln and posing in a $5 bill. 14

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East Hill Makes Waves at History Fair that we will be sending three projects on to the State Level competition in Tallahassee in May. Congratulations to all of our participants! Junior Heritage Keepers Award by Pensacola Heritage Foundation Lauren Bondurant & Anna Thomas (08) Many of our EHCS middle and high school students participated in the Escambia County History Fair on February 13th. We are so proud of the high academic standards represented by the hard work these students put into their exhibits. Our students received much recognition at the awards ceremony held on February 18 at Washington High School, and we are excited to announce

Excellence in History Awards by Fort Pickens Chapter, NSDAR Oliva Lagger (06), Zachary Lovell (08) Alex Cook (12), Lexi Grizzard & Claire Miller (10) Best in Show given by UWF Historic Trust Zachary Lovell (08), Memphis Jocson (07)

Olivia Lagger (06), Dawson Thompson & JT Grizzard (07), Lauren Bondurant & Anna Thomas (08), Jeremy Herren & Luke Seelmann (07), Lindsay Thomas & Lauryn Stuck (06), Alyssa Grizzard (12), Katlyn Graves (09), Alex Cook (12), Bryce Cox & Myles Herren (10), Lexi Grizzard & Claire Miller (10) Wesley (11) & Savannah Hatsfelt (09) Historical Exhibits JUNIOR GROUP 2nd Place: Jeremy Herren & Luke Seelmann ** SENIOR INDIVIDUAL 2nd Place: Alyssa Grizzard ** SENIOR GROUP 3rd Place: Lexi Grizzard & Claire Miller 1st Place: Bryce Cox & Myles Herren ** ** Advances to State Competition!

ECSD Title I Office Helps with VPK Application Process

Will a child in your family turn four on or before Sept. 1, 2016? If so, it is time to start the application process for Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten. The first step of the process includes applying for a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from the State of Florida, and that involves scanning and submitting various documents and then waiting for e-mail confirmation. Confirmation of your eligibility usually takes about a week. Parents will need to print that certificate to have when they then enroll their child in a VPK program. For those who do not have easy access to a scanner, the internet, a computer and a printer, the Escambia County School District’s Title I VPK staff is standing by, ready to help. “The goal of VPK is serve students by providing age-appropriate opportunities and learning experiences, which provide a firm foundation for kindergarten readiness,” explains Melanie Perritt, the Coordinator for the Title I Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Program in Escambia County’s School District. “ECSD has VPK available on 14 of our school campuses, and there are also 57 private providers of VPK in our county. We all believe that a year in VPK is the best gift you could give your future kindergartner, and we want to help with the application process.” The Title I office is located at the Spencer Bibbs Center at 2005 N. 6th Avenue in Pensacola. The phone number is (850) 595-6915, ext. 224 or 277. The staff has computers and scanners and will be glad to assist with the online eligibility registration process. Should a parent already have access to that equipment, he may go directly to the registration site at http://Familyservices.floridaearlylearning.com and then pick up the directions below at Step Two. To have a student start VPK in August, when school starts, there are two steps. Step One: Parents, or guardians, will need to (1) already have, or set up, an e-mail address so the State can respond to their application electronically; (2) scan and submit the student’s official Birth Certificate, and (3) scan and submit Proof of Residency (ex. their most recent utility/power bill). These scanned documents will be needed to apply online for the child’s Certificate of Eligibility (COE). The State will send the parent an e-mail when the COE is ready. If a parent does not have a printer, the staff at the Title I office is available to print the COE. Should eligibility be declined, the Title One VPK staff can also help the parent determine why eligibility was declined, and then assist in resubmitting, if appropriate. Step Two: After the parent receives and prints the Certificate of Eligibility (COE), he or she must gather: the printed COE, the child’s birth certificate, the most recent proof of residency (a utility bill less than 60 days old), AND the child’s immunization record. Also, the child’s school physical form must be completed by a doctor from an appointment within one year of this year’s school starting day (so the appointment must have been after August 10, 2015). Once a parent or guardian has all of those documents, the next step is to enroll in a VPK program. Enrollment in any of the school district’s VPK sites will be handled at the Title I Office in the Spencer Bibbs Center (THIS IS NEW!) “This includes families who may have handled the application process on their own. To enroll in an ECSD school’s VPK, you must come to our office, unless you live in the north end of the county,” stated Perritt. The Title One VPK staff will help families identify which location is the best fit based primarily on the family’s address. Locations have limits on the number of students who can be enrolled there, so parents should not wait until the end of summer to complete this process. “School-based VPK is a full-day program. Students can ride to school on their neighborhood bus, just like older siblings,” said Perritt. “For many families, matching an older sibling’s schedule is most convenient, while for others, finding a private VPK provider close to home or work may be better. We want to help parents find the best location to ensure their child can have a successful VPK experience next year.” ECSD schools with Title I VPK programs include: Jim Allen, Bratt, Ensley, Global Learning Academy, Lincoln Park Primary, McMillan Community Learning Center, Molino Park, Montclair, Navy Point, O.J. Semmes, Sherwood, Warrington, C.A. Weis, and West Pensacola. Those eligible for a private VPK program can sign up for three free hours per day. Families who need their child to stay longer will have to talk with the site’s management to find out the cost involved for the rest of the day. Should it be more convenient for parents, they can also find similar assistance with the application process in the offices of the Escambia County Early Learning Coalition, located at 3300 N. Pace Blvd, Suite 210. Staff can also provide information about the other 57 VPK providers. Their phone number is (850) 607-8556. 15

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Blue Angels Elementary Volunteer Wins State Recognition Florida’s Commissioner of Education has announced that Charlie Dicken, who was nominated by Blue Angels Elementary School, has been selected as the Senior Outstanding Volunteer of the Year for Region One. The Outstanding School Volunteer is presented annually to school volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to quality education in Florida. “The service Charlie Dicken provides to Blue Angels Elementary is exceptional. He can always be counted on to help in any way that he is asked whether it is helping with morning traffic, or coordinating the military volunteers from the Air Station,” said Superintendent Malcolm Thomas. “Additionally, he represents the school’s interests with community stakeholders and partners.” Known on campus as “Mr. Charlie,” Dicken is on campus more days than not. A casual observer would probably think he is part of the school’s staff and he is certainly

part of the school’s family. His image is even included in a beautiful mural that greets visitors to their front office. “He is what I call a silent soldier,” Principal Karen Montgomery explained. “He looks for needs and addresses them. In all my years in education, I have never met someone quite like Mr. Charlie. He sincerely wants to help make someone else’s day better. One of our teachers even said, if we could peek under his shirt, there certainly must be a set of angel wings.” The Escambia County School District honored Dicken at a Volunteers’ Appreciation Luncheon held last May, before nominating him to the

State Department of Education. As a state selectee, he will receive a letter and a certificate from Commissioner Stewart. “I am so appreciative of these individuals, and I want to encourage anyone who is interested in becoming a school volunteer to contact their school district and learn how they can make a difference in local schools,” said Commissioner Stewart, in her press release.The list of state winners is posted at www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/7755/ urlt/0082665-osvolunteer.pdf.

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Oakcrest Runners Take to the Streets

On March 13, students from Oakcrest Elementary ran, biked and ran some more in the Maritime de Luna Duathlon at Pensacola’s Maritime Park!

J.H. Workman Middle’s TSA Chapter Makes an Impression at State

J.H. Workman Middle School’s Technology Student Association (TSA) students traveled to their State competition recently and brought home some new trophy bling to show for their efforts. Twenty-three Workman TSA students traveled to Orlando to compete in fourteen individual and team events. They were up against teams from 29 other middle schools from around the state. Out of the thirty total middle schools present for all possible events; J.H. Workman’s team walked away with both 2nd and 3rd place wins in Dragster and a 3rd place in Forensics. In addition, students involved in eight more events were the top ten finalists in those events. Technology Student Association is a national studentrun organization designed to allow like-minded students to take the study of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (“STEM”) beyond the classroom and engage in challenges to learn more about the various ways to apply STEM learning, and about available STEM careers. TSA offers students the opportunity to explore their interests by giving them more of a challenge than they may otherwise receive in a classroom environment. Students have to be willing to work hard, think outside the box while remaining within event guidelines, and be prepared to present their ideas and viewpoints to a panel of judges. Workman’s TSA Chapter is only in its second year and is continuing to grow and thrive. From last year to this one, it has been and amazing experience for the chapter’s advisors to see the students push themselves, develop pride in their work, and see their excitement as they are called to the front of the stage to be recognized for their excellent work in an event. “Hearing the crowd wonder out loud “Who’s Workman?” and “Where are they from?” only further validates for our students that their activities have value and meaning,” explained Kim Ridings, their team’s lead advisor. “Especially considering our chapter largely meets after school versus many of the schools which incorporate TSA into their curriculum.” Congratulations go to the members of this fledgling group as they bring positive recognition and pride to themselves, their Chapter, J.H. Workman Middle School and the Escambia County School District. Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

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The Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company has received a Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival Grant to bring a week-long Shakespeare project into Escambia County schools! Find information about the project and how to book it for your school at http:// setsco.org/classes-and-camps.html. In October, the Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company (SETSCO) will bring the project to Bellview Middle School, and in November SETSCO will create theatre at Sherwood Elementary and Weis Elementary. Many thanks to the GGAF for their support of this program!

Twelve of our eighth through tenth grade leadership students sponsored by Mrs. Smith had the awesome opportunity to attend Student Leadership University 101 in Orlando, Florida. Students were challenged to Think, Dream, and Lead at this year’s conference sessions. Over the four days, our students were privileged to be taught by Dr. Jay Strack, President and founder of SLU, Brent Crowe, Vice President of SLU, Chuck Allen, Pastor of Sugar Hill Church in North Atlanta and President of the Chuck Allen Agency, Dr. Bill Brown, President of Cedarville University, and David King, former NASA Launch and Space Center Director. During the twenty hours of seminars, the students were instructed on the topics of components of leadership, time and goal management, personality profiling, and how to strive for excellence in all things. Students were able to experience the lessons taught in image-rich environments such as in front of the shark tank at Sea World as they learned about the “Shark in the Mirror”. Other seminars were held in the convention rooms where students were taught principles of leadership through a Christian worldview. East Hill Christian School students have the opportunity to improve their leadership skills while also strengthening friendships!

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Escambia School District Earns Rebates At the school board meeting held March 15, representatives of two banks presented checks to the Escambia County School District for funds earned through two purchasing rebate programs. The relationship between the procurement staff at the district level and in each of our schools and their contacts at Regions Bank and BBVA Compass Bank has resulted in years of strategic collaboration and sizable rebates, explained Superintendent Malcolm Thomas. Representing Regions Bank at the board meeting were: Senior Vice President Brett Barrow, Commercial Banking; Treasury Management Officer Tracey Brent; and Commercial Card Consultant Wesley Worsham. Barrow said first that he wanted to acknowledge John Dombroski, Cindy Davison, Debbie Fussell and their entire school district purchasing staff. “They have worked really hard to imple-

ment and grow this program, so that we can be here tonight to share the good news that after right at 10 years, tonight we are presenting the largest rebate check we have ever presented to this school district at the dollar amount of $150,351.95.” Financial Sales Advisor Mark Gretzinger and Branch Retail Executive Denise Kristiansen were present to represent BBVA Compass Bank. Kristiansen also praised the purchasing department and their school contacts. “Without them, we couldn’t do this,” she said. “It’s a great team effort and all of the schools have been working really hard. Our check is for $39, 615.14.” BBVA Compass Bank will disburse checks to the individual schools with Tate High School earning the largest check at $5,566.69. “I would like to thank both Regions Bank and BBVA Compass Bank for generously giving back to the community and the school district, and I would like to thank the staff in our purchasing department for their continued dedication to this program,” said Superintendent Malcolm Thomas. “It’s 17

your leadership that has earned almost a million dollars in rebates over ten years.” Bottom left photo: From left are School Board Chairman Bill Slayton; members Patty Hightower and Jeff Bergosh; Regions Senior Vice President Brett Barrow, Commercial Banking; Regions Treasury Management Officer Tracey Brent; Regions Commercial Card Consultant Wesley Worsham; Superintendent Malcolm Thomas; and board members Gerald Boone and Linda Moultrie. Above photo: From left are School Board Chairman Bill Slayton; members Patty Hightower and Jeff Bergosh; BBVA Compass Bank Financial Sales Advisor Mark Gretzinger; Branch Retail Executive Denise Kristiansen; Superintendent Malcolm Thomas; and board members Gerald Boone and Linda Moultrie. www.facebook.com/greaterpensacolaparents

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Workman Middle Pledges To Stand Against Bullying Students at Workman Middle School are challenging their classmates to join in an effort to reinforce an anti-bullying message in their school, especially with Abuse Awareness Month approaching. Students on the school’s Anti-Bully Committee wrapped up a special week of preparation in March. The Anti-Bully Committee was formed at the beginning of the year with the intention of combating violence at WMS. Workman Middle is an IB and PBIS school, so there are already several programs in place for student and staff incentives to make positive choices. “We, their teachers and administrators, wanted to create a community of students who knew the adults here are willing to invest in the students. So, we decided to guide them in creating a student-led coalition,” said Maria Jacobs, Workman Middle School’s behavior coach. “We advertised for a student-based, anti-bully coalition, and we were so excited to see more than 40 students sign up.” Due to the overwhelming response from students, the school’s leadership decided to create a student leadership board through a formal application process. The applicants were voted on by the adult board members, and teacher recommendations as well as interviews were considered. Fourteen student board members have been delegated to lead the following areas of the coalition: technology, art & design, public relations and data analysis.

“We also created a multi-grade level class that student members could enroll in to allow the students to work daily on upcoming events, research, and problem solve social issues related to bullying. As a coalition, they chose to sponsor an outside organization, The Gulf Coast Kids House,” said Jacobs. This class is similar to a high school student government elective. The student coalition’s art and design team designed a T-shirt, a bracelet and wrote an anti-bullying pledge. The pledge was printed on book marks for the students who took the pledge. During the week of March 14-18, they asked all Workman students to take the pledge not to be a bully, be bullied, or stand by and watch it happen to someone else. Students could take the pledge for free, but donations were encour-

aged. The coalition also collected donations for the Gulf Coast Kids House, such as baby wipes, diapers, juice boxes and dollar bills. Those who took the pledge also filled out a paw print to add to a wall display. In addition, Workman Middle has been asked to help the City of Pensacola by making blue ribbons that will be displayed all over the city in April for the Blue to Better Campaign, an effort to bring attention to April being Abuse Awareness Month. So far, 200 students have taken the anti-bully pledge.

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Local Church Provides New Shoes for C.A. Weis

For five years, First Baptist Church of Pensacola has made the mission to ensure every student at C.A. Weis Elementary School gets a brand-new pair of shoes and new socks. (This year, they got three fun pairs!) Members of the church come out one day and measure everyone’s feet and then work with Wal-Mart to get the pairs of shoes ordered and sorted by size. Then the special day arrives and the kids walk into a make-shift shoe store in their gym, with girls on one side and boys on the other. Volunteers check the list of sizes and get a pair of new shoes for each student. But, no one leaves until they have actually put the laces in the shoes and put the shoes on their feet - and had the fit checked for toe room! Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

Gulf Breeze Middle Earns District Awards

Gulf Breeze Middle School is once again an “A” school due to the hard work of students, staff and parents. Also, it was one of SRC School District’s Five Star School Award winners. In order to qualify for the Five Star School Award, a school must meet 100% of the criteria in the categories of Business Partnerships, Family Involvement, Volunteers, Student Community Service and School Advisory Councils. www.greaterpensacolaparents.com

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Making connections is one of the most rewarding experiences kids can enjoy. Finding out which peg fits in which hole, discovering what puzzle piece fits where, are achievements that generate a strong sense of satisfaction. Their understanding of connections grows as they learn how separate parts come together to create a whole or to complete a task. Introducing kids to toys and games that explore connections supports their spatial thinking and problem-solving skills in fun and creative ways. The following items are guaranteed to connect with kids fast!

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Puzzling out the ways that gears and cogs interlock is just the beginning as small hands explore how to get them connected and moving. Large, colorful, uniformly sized plastic gears easily link together in both horizontal and vertical planes to create mechanically moving assemblies. This set comes with base plates, pillars, and extenders, plus an activity book to help early engineers establish their first connections. Supporting fine motor skills as well as problem-solving skills, Gears Gears Gears gives kids confidence to craft their own moving marvels.

With color-coded pieces and easy instructions, the daunting world of electronic circuitry is greatly simplified through Snap Circuits, Jr. This kit includes over 30 components that easily snap together to build working circuit boards that power a musical doorbell, voice-controlled lamp, a flying saucer and more! The included project guide features large colorful instructions for over 100 projects. Once kids gain confidence constructing these basic circuits, more elements and projects can be added through related Snap Circuits kits. Sparking an early interest in electronics is just a few clicks away with Snap Circuits Jr.!

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Deceptively simple, the 42 pieces of colorful plastic segments in the travel-sized Qubits pack inspire a surprisingly broad range of projects and exploration for kids as young as five (while remaining likewise appealing to much older fans of building toys). Fostering an early understanding of modular design and geometry, Qubits snap-together to form versatile shapes and structures. Additionally, Qubits are also compatible with Lego, K’nex, Hot Wheels and Lincoln Logs opening up fascinating options for cross-constructions and expanded projects. From towers three feet tall to six-inch long sleds, the inventive possibilities with Qubits are immeasurable!

The Goobi Construction Set is an ideal early exploration of three-dimensional geometry for kids. Colorful rods (with magnets embedded within the ends) connect with round iron ball “joints” to form multiple shapes and structures with ease. The illustrated instruction book offers additional projects that explore the attractive and repulsive properties of magnetism safely. While the box indicates compatibility with ages three and up, this Goobi set is best enjoyed by kids a bit older who have the attention span and motor skills to fully explore the possibilities of this fun collection of elements. Fostering an early understanding of architecture, Goobi is good to go for young designers.

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Parents aren’t perfect – we make mistakes. When our kids are small, they quickly dismiss our blunders, convinced of our superhero status. They write essays titled “My Mom’s the BEST!” and shout “My dad’s stronger than your dad” on the playground. We can do no wrong. But the teen years take down superhero parents like kryptonite. Suddenly, we’re held to account for every slip-up, bad decision, and character flaw – it seems we can do no right. To Err is Human Nature...To Point It Out is Teen-Nature

If good intentions were enough, parenting would be easy. But noble intentions don’t prevent parents from making mistakes that belittle, betray, and alienate teens. We yell when they bring the car home late (again). We search their rooms or read their text messages because we worry about who they hang out with. We tune out and push harder when they say they’re flunking advanced math, because we believe they can do better. The adolescent’s world “is rich in insight and complex connections; it’s also full of ambiguity and mixed messages,” explains counseling psychologist Michael Riera, PhD, author of Staying Connected to Your Teenager. Teens struggle for clarity amidst confusion, and their growing cognitive skills make them especially good error detectors. With lightning speed and laser-like precision, teens spot the difference between what parents say and what we do – and they point it out. Don’t worry – your teenager isn’t out to get you. Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

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Messing Up is Easy...Fessing Up is Hard

Admitting mistakes isn’t easy. Parents are likely to deny, rationalize and justify what went wrong for several reasons, according to Carol Tavris, PhD, social psychologist and co-author of Mistakes Were Made (But Not By Me). To begin with, we feel lousy when our behavior conflicts with our beliefs. Psychologists call this “cognitive dissonance.” Because yelling at our kids is out of line with our self-concept as good, capable, and caring parents, it’s hard to admit we messed up, says Tavris. We’re more likely to justify our actions – “I had to yell to get the point across,” “She deserved what she got for breaking the rules,” or “He knows I love him.” To make matters worse, justifying our errors leads us to see what we believe. If you think your teen will make poor decisions, or fear wayward peers will influence your kids for the worst, you’ll unconsciously seek evidence you’re right. This “confirmation bias” justifies your previous actions and sets you up for repeating the same old mistakes. It’s easy to convince ourselves we’re doing the right thing even when our actions diminish our real influence in teens’ lives. Parents may fear admitting missteps will diminish their authority. But this couldn’t be further from the truth. Adolescents don’t want parents who are experts, who know all the answers and can solve every problem. What they want, says Riera, are parents who embrace the role of consultant – teens need to know they can count on us to stick with them as they explore new experiences and confront challenges on their own terms.

The High Prize of Admission

“Admitting mistakes doesn’t come easy…even in our smoothest relationships,” says Michael Gorsline, parent coach and family therapist in Portland, Ore. While you may feel less like a superhero on the inside, you’ll build credibility with your teenager by fessing up. Teens lose trust in parents who won’t admit they’re wrong, especially if the errors are obvious. Wouldn’t you? Admitting mistakes restores that trust and communicates respect for your teenager and your relationship. When you say “I was wrong and I’m sorry,” you set the right example, reminds 21

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Tavris. It is important to take responsibility for our mistakes; apologize for them; and then learn from them so we do not repeat them. Teens’ fears of punishment, embarrassment, or rejection make it hard to admit their mistakes, too. A deep connection with parents makes it safe for teens to admit wrong or hurtful actions and to grow from their experiences. They need to learn that making mistakes doesn’t mean they are bad, stupid, or unlovable. It just means they’re human.

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Next time you miss the mark, make it right. Wait until you’ve calmed down. Then, initiate a conversation with your teen in the car or late in the evening, when he’s tuned in and ready to chat. Take a deep breath and follow these steps for coming clean and reconnecting. • Lead with empathy. Gorsline recommends parents take their teen’s perspective. Say “I bet I’m not your favorite person right now,” or “You are probably really angry with me for what I did.” This validates their feelings and shows you understand your actions were hurtful. • Think discussion, not confession. It’s easy to get wrapped up in your guilty feelings and make the conversation all about you. Don’t get sidetracked with a lengthy explanation or make excuses for what you did – these are justifications in disguise. And it doesn’t have to be an overblown, on-your-knees apology, says Riera. Directly acknowledge your error, then, allow your teenager to respond. • Pay it forward. Talk about how you might avoid the problem in the future, says Gorsline. Ask your teen for suggestions and listen without defensiveness – or at least keep your defensiveness to yourself! Make sure you both come away with lessons learned and an agreed-upon game plan.

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As teens gain independence, parents sense their authority slipping away. Struggling to hold onto the relationship they had with their kids in the past, parents may justify bad decisions and hurtful behavior, pushing teens away in the process. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Every parenting mistake is an opportunity for re-connection with your teenager. But first you have to admit it. GPP Heidi Smith Luedtke, Ph.D., is a personality psychologist and mom of two. Learn more at heidiluedtke.com.

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The Magic of an Unlikely Friendship For small children, making friends is often a matter of simply sharing the same interests. Common ground is certainly the most fertile soil to nurture a fast and easy friendship. But there is also great value in the friendships that develop between more unlikely pairs. Finding areas of compatibility, discovering languages that each can understand, and exploring the ways that each complements the other are all elements that build character in both sides of an odd pair. The following titles inspire kids to look among the unlikely candidates for new companions, and to put in the extra work that make these special friendships so worthwhile.

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by Alex Latimer (Peachtree) Realizing that it’s not normal to wake up with a persistent ‘squeaky’ face, Pig’s investigation of his snout reveals a small bug on the end of his nose. It’s clear from the way that Bug is enthusiastically waving his arms and squeaking that he wants to be friends. So Bug and the much larger Pig try doing some things that friends do together. But tandem bike riding with Bug makes Pig feel like he’s doing all the pedaling. And a game of chess with Pig leaves Bug exhausted from simply moving a single piece. Just when it seems like they won’t be able to bridge the gap in their budding relationship, the winds of fortune change and they find an area of interest they can both explore together. Readers will discover with Pig and Bug many things that friends can share no matter their differences!

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by Rosemary Wells (Candlewick Press) Felix doesn’t have a best friend until Fiona walks right up and asks him to be hers. He’s excited to have a best friend, but to keep up with the outgoing Fiona, the more timid Felix will have to step outside of his comfort zone. Fiona (who loves costumes and performing) insists that Felix join her on stage for the talent show. She teaches him how to sing and dance, and their hard work produces a first prize at the show. But it also produces bullies the next day who tease Felix about wearing a costume and singing. When Fiona quickly steps in and banishes the bullies, Felix wants to learn how to stand tall like her. Their new friendship levels up as Fiona teaches Felix how to ‘armor up’ when facing bullies. Highlighting the bravery that unique friendships can generate together, this title is a gentle inspiration for kids to stand together against bullies.

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by Jennifer K. Mann (Candlewick Press) When Ginger’s Mom says she can invite all the girls in her class to her birthday party, she’s delighted. But Ginger struggles with the idea of including Lyla, the odd girl in her class that smells like old leaves and who one time brought a tarantula to show-and-tell. On the day of the party, Lyla arrives first followed by the loud crowd of their classmates. And Ginger’s carefully planned agenda goes off the rails as the rowdy girls mess up all the games and turn their nose up at Ginger’s coconut pineapple birthday cake. Just when Ginger thinks her party is ruined, there is a quiet Lyla, who likes Ginger’s cake. There in the chaos is Lyla, whose gift is a handmade nest with two malted milk speckled eggs. As the other girls make their goodbyes, Ginger and Lyla are actually connecting for the first time. Celebrating the small commonalities that can form the beginnings of great friendships, this title is a moving testament to true camaraderie. Find more A Page in a Book recommendations at www.PageBookReviews.com.

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Straight Talk About Online Harassment Parents don’t want to think about it, so kids are often unprepared. Cyberbullying may seem like something that happens to other people, but the statistics say otherwise. A study from the Pew Research Center found that, among adults, 40% have experienced online harassment and 73% have witnessed it. For teens, the numbers are a little lower, though researchers note that many adolescents don’t report incidents of cyberbullying for the same reason they don’t talk about offline harassment: They feel intimidated and humiliated. They assume nothing can be done. And they worry talking to adults will make the problem worse. That’s why parents need to be proactive. The hard fact is that most children will eventually encounter people who use the Internet to intimidate, harass and threaten others. The best way to fortify kids is to talk--in advance--about what cyberbullying is, how to prevent it and what can be done when it happens. Here’s some of what your child needs to know: Recognize it when you see it. Cyberbullying comes in many forms. The mildest is mean comments, name-calling and shaming. Painful as this may be for the target, it’s not dangerous. Learning to shake off mean and ignorant comments is a life skill. To give kids perspective, talk about the American tradition of free speech. Even nasty, misinformed people have a right to their opinion. That doesn’t mean your child should give them time or attention. Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

Other forms of harassment are more serious, especially if they continue day after day. These include threats of personal harm including rape, spreading lies that damage a person’s reputation, posting personal information including cell phone numbers or sexual photos and techno attacks such as taking control of a social media account. Help your child distinguish between unpleasantness and risk.

Twitter, for example, recently started a Trust and Safety Council “to ensure that people feel safe expressing themselves on Twitter”-and was immediately slammed for restricting free speech. This is a good topic for dinner table discussion before a problem arises. If you were running a social media site, what limits would you put on what people can post? How should someone decide whether to ignore, confront or report a cyberbully?

Be proactive. The best way to deal with any problem is to avoid it. Raise your child with the assumption that people will be kind to each other. Model that way of living in your home, and help your child find friends who respect and appreciate each other. Online, help your child build a community where people treat each other well. Point your child toward the helpful Social Media Safety Guides produced by Heartmob (iheartmob.org/safety_guide). There are separate guides with straightforward explanations of privacy tools for Facebook, Twitter, Reddit, Tumblr, and Youtube.

Get creative. Because bullies can’t always be avoided and authorities can’t always be effective, a growing number of people are taking creative steps to make the Internet—or at least corners of it— safer for everyone. Kids who know about these efforts are less likely to feel hopeless about bullying if it happens to them or they witness it. They may still feel shock, shame and even fear, but they will also know that they have allies and role models who have figured out effective ways to respond.

Report—sometimes. Experts give contradictory advice about how to respond to cyberbullies. Some recommend ignoring the behavior because most bullies are looking for reaction and attention. This is especially true online where anyone can say anything to anyone. Others recommend telling the bully to stop. That is also easier—and somewhat safer—online where it’s possible to send a private message that may appeal to the other person’s sense of fair play. Threats of abuse or harm should be documented by saving messages or capturing screen shots. Notify local police or the FBI with the understanding that they may be ineffective because laws lag behind technology in many states. The Cyberbullying Research Center maintains a comprehensive library of materials about cyberbullying including a complete list of regulations in every state (cyberbullying.org/cyberbullying-laws). Internet services are also inconsistent in how they define and respond to harassment. 24

A Thin Line provides detailed information about online harassment and encourages kids to share steps they’ve taken to assert their digital rights. The site, developed by MTV, also has a For Grownups Section that lists helpful resources. (athinline.org/pages/parents-and-educators) BeStrong Emoji are little symbols, distributed by Vodaphone, that allow kids to encourage people who are being harassed. (vodafone.com/ content/parents.html ) We Heart It is a social media app that limits harassment by allowing users to “heart” but not comment on content uploaded by others. (weheartit.com) StompOutBullying runs a free, confidential chat line for teens over 13. Trained volunteers provide support to young people who are distressed about online harassment. (stompoutbullying.org) The Speech Project details all the ways young women can be harassed online. The tools and resources section provides up-to-date information about what girls and young women can do to protect and defend themselves. (wmcspeechproject.com) StopIt is a software platform that allows people within a community to anonymously send screenshots of material that is offensive or abusive. Schools that use the app have seen a reduction in the number of cyberbullying incidents. (stopitcyberbully.com) Carolyn Jabs, M.A., raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has been writing Growing Up Online for ten years and is working on a book about constructive responses to conflict. Visit www.growing-up-online.com to read other columns. @ Copyright, 2016, Carolyn Jabs. All rights reserved.

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Q. Our son just turned 8 years old. Is it time to start giving him an allowance? A. There’s never a time for an allowance, no matter the child’s age. In my mind, that kind of thinking is the best way to plant the seeds of entitlement. You want your son growing up with the idea that he’s owed money simply because he’s alive. Instead, work out a plan to pay him commissions. Assign him weekly chores that are age-appropriate. Then, when the work gets done, he gets paid. And guess what? If the work doesn’t get done, he doesn’t get paid! Not only do we want to teach a healthy work ethic, but we also want him to learn that work creates money. Of course, there are some things a child should be expected to do without financial reward. Everyone needs to pitch in and do certain things to help out when they’re part of a family. But once you’ve taught him about work, make sure to also teach him about the three uses for money—saving, spending, and giving. Lessons on the basic handling of money are some of the best teachable moments you can have with your child. Not

only does it make them more knowledgeable about finances, it helps them learn about life!

Q. I don’t understand why you don’t like it when people properly manage their credit cards and pay them off every month. By doing this, you pay no interest and in my case I even got a free trip to Europe from using my credit card. Please explain. A. I truly doubt that I can

explain it to your satisfaction, but here goes. First, the credit card company did not give you a free trip to Europe. They’re not going to lose money on transaction after transaction, year after year. The fallacy is that you feel like you’ve outsmarted a multi-billion dollar company that studies human behavior at incredible levels. You maybe, possibly came out ahead against them during that particular calendar year, but even that’s debatable.

Over the course of your life, you’ll spend more when using credit cards as opposed to cash. There’s plenty of research proving this to be fact. If you use a credit card repeatedly with the idea that you’re getting a free trip to Europe because you’re building up your miles, you spend more. An example would be McDonald’s. When they started taking credit cards years ago, they found that the people using them spent 47 percent more. In a good way, you are very unusual. You’re not playing over in the stupid zone like most people who use credit cards. But both I and the credit card companies have found that, on average, your behavior would put you in a class of less than one-half of one percent of their customers. Can 0.5 percent of people handling snakes manage not to get bitten? Sure. But that doesn’t mean I’m going to start recommending snakes!

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Parents spend a lot of time trying to motivate kids. We use chore charts, checklists, reminders and rewards to get them to feed the dog, clean their rooms, and complete schoolwork. But these techniques don’t change behavior long-term. Real motivation must come from within.

The Psychology of Summer Camp Time at camp may be all it takes to spark a little self-determination in your kid. I know it sounds too good to be true. Your school-age slacker – the one who expects you to find his homework and pack his lunch – might start doing some things for himself. And your often-bored tween might come home with more pep in her step. Psychologists use self-determination theory (SDT) to explain why some experiences make us feel engaged and excited while others drain and deplete us. The premise is simple: when an activity meets our needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness, we are energized and empowered. Kids’ basic needs are no different from adults’. Kids want to do things for themselves. They crave a sense of accomplishment and routinely seek feedback. (“Look what I made, Mom!”) And kids thrive on connections with loved ones and peers. Feelings of belonging boost their self-worth. Summer camp offers loads of opportunities to meet all these needs. And that should make kids (and the parents who love them) very happy campers indeed.

Autonomy The need for autonomy is satisfied when kids control their own lives. At camp, your son will have endless opportunities to care for himself. Staff won’t select his clothes, organize the contents of his locker, or remind him to put on deodorant. No one will delay dessert until he eats his veggies. Independence is what camp is all about. Don’t worry. The world won’t stop if your son wears the same shirt three days in a row. His peers will speak up if he gets super stinky. During the school year, many kids jump from one regularly scheduled activity to the next with no unstructured time in between. Camp puts kids in charge of their own activities. Maybe your daughter will take a hike. Maybe she’ll paint pottery. Maybe she’ll write you an email. It is up to her to decide how she’ll spend her free time. One thing is certain: she won’t sit around whining about having nothing to do. And if she does, you won’t be there to hear it.

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Relatedness Your biggest concerns about summer camp may center on the social scene. Your child may not know anyone on arrival. That’s okay. Camps create connections in many ways. Your kid will be instantly bonded with bunkmates because they share a home base. Family-style dining and friendly competitions encourage interaction, too. The pursuit of shared goals – like building a robot or putting a frog in the counselor’s sleeping bag – cements kids’ camaraderie. Extroverted kids may make lots of friends at camp. Less sociable souls may not. What matters most is that kids have opportunities to talk, play and live with a diverse group of peers. They won’t all become fast friends. Learning to navigate the choppy waters of friendship formation is a big part of the camp experience. Your kid’s social skillset will expand – even if she doesn’t find a new BFF. No matter what your kid takes to camp, he’ll come home with a suitcase full of memories and a renewed sense of selfdetermination. You’ll see it as soon as he wakes from his long post-camp nap. GPP

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Art Camps Creatisphere – First City Art Summer Art Camps

1060 N. Guillemard Street, Pensacola 850-429-1222; www.firstcityart.org/contact; Firstcityart@gmail.com Creatisphere is the ultimate summer art experience for students age 8-14 who like to create! The dynamic program will include hands-on workshops in pottery, sculpture, photography, glassblowing, STEAM projects, bookmaking, 3-D mixed media, painting, printmaking, drawing and many more. Each camp session will run Monday-Friday, 9-4. Late pick (5pm) up and early drop off (8am) can be arranged if needed. This summer FCAC will partner with the Mess Hall for camp weeks June 20-24 and June 27-July 1. Campers will spend half the day at FCAC and half at the Mess Hall. Camp dates: May 30-June 3, June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1 and July 25-29. Please visit our website for more information.

Ellen’s Art

1265 Oriole Beach Road, Gulf Breeze 850-934-8538; www.ellens-art.com; Ellmcgaug@aol.com Summer Art schedule coming soon. Visit our website for more information.

Pensacola Museum of Art

407 South Jefferson Street, Pensacola 850-432-6247; www.pensacolamuseum.org Campers will be introduced to a variety of mediums, explore our exhibitions, and create unique works of art in our studio. Be sure to register early – our camps fill up fast! Camp runs Monday-Fridays, 8am-5pm for 10 weeks; May 31-August 5 (No camp on May 30 or July 4). For more information about the weekly classes and pricing, visit our website.

Dance Camps Play Pensacola Dance Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Gulf Point Resource Center, 850-494-7360; www.cityofpensacola.com/940/Summer-Camps Campers get to try out tap, jazz, tumbling, hip hop and ballet. Daily activities include stretching, dance, crafting and performance training. Campers will end the two weeks of camp with a performance for friends and family. Dance camp held July 25-August 5 from 9am-noon for ages 5-13. $80 City/$90 Non City (Activity fee due second day of camp). Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

Ballet Pensacola

400 South Jefferson Street, Pensacola 850-432-9546; balletpensacola.com Children’s Sessions - These educational and engaging sessions include instruction in individual dance, dance as a group, character acting, crafts, and mime work. Attend just one week or all four, as each session provides new opportunities for growth. Cost: $125 per week, $325 for three weeks and $450 for four weeks. Visit our website to view camp details under “Academy”. Beginning Session - Classes include dance history, intro to acting, ballet, jazz and other dance disciplines. The session is for students who have completed one year in Ballet Pensacola’s Pre-Ballet 2, Tech 1 or Tech 2 levels. Cost - $150 per week.

Five Flags Dance Academy

1903 East Olive Road, Pensacola 850-484-0648; www.fiveflagsdance.com Owner Dianne Robbins at ms.dianne@ fiveflagsdanceacademy.com Summer Classes, Camps and Intensives begin June 7, 2016 for 6 weeks. We offer tap, jazz, ballet, baton, acrobats, lyrical, hip/hop, musical theater to All ages. Call for camp themes and details. Check our Facebook page for updates! Register today to reserve your spot!

In His Steps

6231 North West Street, Pensacola 850-474-4922; www.inhisstepsinc.com; missamysdance@hotmail.com “In HIS Steps” is a contemporary, Christian-based Dance Studio and Performing Arts Center offering professional instruction in ballet, pointe, lyrical, tap, hip-hop, Jazz, modern, contemporary, and all-boys classes. We also offer voice, piano, guitar; both private and group sessions. Call, visit our website or find us on Facebook for summer information coming soon.

Pensacola School of Ballet

4806G Mobile Hwy, Pensacola 850-490-7802; www.pensacolaschoolofballet.com Pensacola School of Ballet will be offering summer sessions. Please visit website for updated information.

Time to Shine

4375 Woodbine Road, Pace 850-994-5678; www.timetoshineflorida.com; info@atimetoshineflorida.com We have a host of wonderfully exciting and engaging classes, workshops and intensives for all ages and interests. Visit our website for a detailed listing of classes, camp themes, dates, and other details.

Day Camps Camp Fire WILD & WISE Nature Day Camp (ad on page 29)

1814 Creighton Road, Pensacola 850-476-1760; www.campfirekidsfl.com WILD & WISE Nature Day Camp Join us this summer as Camp Fire Kids explore Florida nature and wildlife! The campers’ goal is to complete the Camp Fire Trail to Environment Emblem program. Through Camp Fire Wise Old Willie program, children discover outdoor basics and learn about ecology and the 3 Rs: reduce, reuse and recycle. Students learn about Florida flora and fauna though Project WILD hands-on activities from the Florida Game & Wildlife Conservation Commission. Additionally, campers complete a community service project to keep the earth healthy and give service to others. Also, Camp Fire will get the kids moving and healthier with the Wise Kids’® program. Through hands-on activities, kids will learn about energy balance, enjoy healthy snacks and explore more of the outdoors. New this year, is an archery program to get the children more active. Activities include: nature, outdoor adventure, hikes, camp challenges, friendship building, special guests, movies, skits, conflict resolution & decision making, environmental learning, games, music, literacy and self-reliance projects, water fun, crafts, and archery.Ages K - 12 years, T-shirt included.    Camp Fire Pensacola State College Child Development Center, 1000 College Boulevard, Pensacola 850-484-1524 Open to the Public. Time: 6:45 am - 5:30 pm. Fees: $100/week, one-time $20 registration fee and $50 activity fee. Lunch included and 2 snacks provided. Bring a change of clothes.  Camp Fire Century Youth Learning Center, 6031 Industrial Boulevard, Century 850-256-0953 Open to the Public. Time: 6:55 am - 5:30 pm. Fees: $85/week, onetime $30 registration fee. Two snacks are provided. Bring your own lunch, drink and change of clothes. Camp Fire Beulah Summer Camp Beulah Elementary School, 6201 Helms Road, Pensacola 850-476-1760 (Main office) Open to the Public. June 6 - July 29. 7:00 am - 6:00 pm. Fees: $125/week, one-time $20 registration fee and $50 activity fee. 2 snacks are provided. Bring a bag lunch, drink and a change of clothes. Camp Fire Milton Summer Camp, 5590 Byrom Street, Milton 850-564-1549 or 850-476-1760 (Main office) Open to the Public. May 31 – August 12. 7:00 am - 5:30 pm.  Fees: $100/week, one-time $20 registration fee and $50 activity fee. Lunch and 2 snacks are provided. Bring a change of clothes.

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Pensacola State College, 1000 College Boulevard 850-484-1797; www.pensacolastate.edu/ce 26th year! Fun, hands-on activities that stimulate thinking and motor skills for children age 6-12 years; choose from three age-appropriate categories of classes and activities; $29 to $175 per course; one and two week sessions; June 6-Aug. 5. Just like in college, students can choose a schedule that includes one class per day or a full day of classes and activities. Pick from over 50 subjects including arts, languages, sports, computers, science, theatre, swimming writing, self-defense and fashion. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. each day. For more information contact Frances Yeo 850-484-1797 or at ce@pensacolastate.edu

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Play Pensacola Camps offered at these locations: Cobb Resource Center, 601 Mallory St, 850-436-5192 Fricker Resource Center, 900 North F St, 850-436-5195 Gull Point Resource Center, 7000 Spanish Trail, 850-494-7360 Vickrey Resource Center, 2130 Summit Boulevard, 850-912-4056 Woodland Heights Resource Center, 111 Berkley Drive, 850-435-1750 Summer Camps will be offered at five Resource Centers May 31-August 9. Field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, games and sports are just a few of the activities campers will enjoy every week! Don’t let your child miss out. Registration begins April 4, 2016. Registration packets available online at www.cityofpensacola. com/940/Summer-Camps.

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Brought to you by Chick-fil-A Foundation Host location: Coastline Calvary Chapel 1122 Oriole Beach Road, Gulf Breeze 850-932-8197; www.winshapecamps.org; Rebecca@coastlinelife.com Camp Dates: August 1st – 5th, 2016 for children who have completed 1st - 9th grade. Hours are MondayThursday 8am-5pm & Friday 8am-1pm. Are you ready for the BEST.WEEK.EVER? The WinShape Foundation, started by Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy. Whether you like soccer, science, art, gymnastics or anything in between, there is something for everyone at WinShape Camps for Communities. Come be a part of this incredible adventure where we combine sports, recreation, arts, Bible study and worship into one incredible week. WinShape Camps provides a professionally trained staff to help create the most meaningful, unforgettable and fun-filled day camp experience you’ll find anywhere... right at home in your own community! The cost is $204. Visit our Facebook page for updates and info - WinShape Camp Gulf Breeze.

9 Mile Swim School Summer Camp

35 New Market Street Cantonment 850-479-8311; www.9mileswim.com On-site recreational swim, martial arts, arts & crafts, outside activities, pizza party, and more. Ages 4-12 years old, Monday through Friday, 7:30am-5:30pm with early and late drop off available. $125 per week, $75 Half-day (any 6 hours), Daily Rate $35, Half-day Daily Rate $25 (any 6 hours), $5 off for additional children, Snacks, activities, & pizza party included.

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Argo Adventure Kids Camp

11000 University Pkwy, Building 72 Rm 278, Pensacola 850-474-2486; www.uwf.edu/argokids; argokids@uwf.edu Camp features activities for grade levels K-5th for the 2015/2016 school year. Campers enjoy daily access to our 36-foot Climbing Wall and Aquatic Center, traditional and non-traditional sports and daily enrichment activities. Campers will experience state of the art facilities, professional staffing, and a safe, enriching environment. Camp opens 7:30am and pick-up is available until 5:30pm. Register for individual weeks or the whole summer. Dates and themes: Week 1 (May 31-June 3) - Underwater Adventure,*Note: No camp Monday, May 30 due to Memorial Day, Week 2 (June 6-June 10) - Dino Fever, Week 3 (June 13-June 17) - Around the World in 5 Days, Week 4 (June 20-June 24) - Toontown Week, Week 5 (June 27-July 1) - Wizarding Week, Week 6 (July 4-July 8) - No Camp: Happy 4th of July!, Week 7 (July 11-July 15) - Holiday Extravaganza, Week 8 (July 18-July 22) - Hometown Heroes, Week 9 (July 25-July 29) - Sports Week, Week 10 (August 1-August 5) Best of the Best.

Bellview Baptist Daycare

4750 Saufley Field Road, Pensacola 850-455-0296; bellviewpensacola.com Offering summer activities for children Kindergarten through 5th grade. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9am – 3pm with before and after care option available. Call for information on summer activities.

BerryHill Child Care

5900 Berryhill Road, Milton 850-564-1228; berryhillchildcare.com Our summer camp is a combination of activities at and away from the center. Our center is equipped with an indoor swimming pool, a 100-inch movie screen and a 4000 sq. ft. activity area, which is filled with unlimited

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Blessed Star Montessori Christian School

9151 North Davis Highway, Pensacola 850-476-9208; www.blessedstar.com Summer Day Camp with field trips, water days and much more. This year’s theme is “From Small Town to World Wonder.” Students/children will learn different cultures, weather, fashioning, cooking and more through TRAVELING in our one of kind summer learning camp. Hours for camp are 9am-3pm with before and after care are available. Please visit our website for dates and rates. Before and after care available 8am – 5:30pm. Ages 5 to 13.

Camp Creative Jr. at Creative Learning Academy

3151 Hyde Park Road, Pensacola 850-432-1768; creativelearningacademy.org Camp dates are Jun 6 – July 29, Monday through Friday, 8am – 3pm. Jr. Camp - Ages 3 years old - 2nd grade. Full and half days available. Sign up for one week or more! Full Day - $175/wk. Half Day - $100/ wk. Complimentary before care starts at 7:30am. Aftercare offered from 3pm – 6pm for $6/hr. One-time $25 non-refundable registration fee. Download all registration forms on our website via this link, http://www. creativelearningacademy.org/activities/summer-camps. cfm#detailid_36321.

Camp Creative at Creative Learning Academy

3151 Hyde Park Road, Pensacola 850-432-1768; creativelearningacademy.org Creative Learning Academy has several exciting enrichment camps planned for the summer for children 3rd grade through 8th grade. Morning and afternoon enrichment available. Prices vary per enrichment. Camps offered include Busting the Myths of Science, Alice in Wonderland: Love of Reading & Creative Writing, Brain Camp, The Science of Cooking, Harry Potter: Love of Reading & Creative Writing, I Did Archaeology, ABC Soccer, Scrapbooking, Broadcasting, Lego Story Starter, Mad Scientist, Percy Jackson: Love of Reading & Creative Writing, Ceramics and Mixed Media Art Class. Download all registration forms on our website via this link, http://www.creativelearningacademy.org/activities/summer-camps.cfm#detailid_36321

Camp Happy Sands

850-449-0731; www.camphappysands.com The camp is a free summer day camp supporting children of low income and disadvantaged families within the greater Pensacola area. Last year we had over 264 campers ranging in ages from 6 to 11. We are located on Johnson beach in the gulf island national seashore in Perdido. During a typical day, the children participate in craft activities, guided nature walks, swimming, games and music. We invite guest speakers to provide talks on topics such as environmental stewardship, natural resources and the protection and understanding of wildlife and plants. Camps dates coming soon. Please check our website for more information.

Camp Mojo – Mojo Elite Gym Training

6890 W Fairfield Drive, Pensacola 850-733-3547; www.mojogymnastics.com Summer camp activities feature an outdoor zipline, lots of fitness games and of course, Gymnastics! We will have outdoor water fun, as well as cool scientific experiments and crafts! We are limiting camp to only 30 participants to ensure a quality experience and a low camper to instructor ratio. Camp available for children 5 and up. Camp starts May 21. 9am to 3pm. $125 per week.

Dates: First Weekday after Santa Rosa County Schools let out til the last weekday before the following school year starts. The City of Gulf Breeze provides a summer day camp for boys and girls, ages 5-12. Children must have completed Kindergarten in order to attend camp. They are grouped ages 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, and 11/12; children may not be changed out of their age groups. The children have the opportunity to develop skills in a supervised atmosphere with children their own age. Each activity is age appropriate. Please label all items (backpacks, lunch boxes, etc.) clearly with your child’s name. We provide two drinks per day plus snacks, and there is a water fountain available. Bring Daily: Lunch, Backpack w/ Swimsuit, Towel, Sunscreen, and Tennis shoes. Cost is $20 per day 1st child, $15 each additional child plus additional cost of Field Trips. Hours are Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM All field trips will be on Thursday of eack week. There is a $10-15 charge for weekly field trips. *Some field trips are subject to change in price* Registration forms can be picked up at the office of the Community Center.

3031 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 850-934-7977; www.falbosfamilykarate.com; info@ FalbosFamilyKarate.com Join us for Family Karate Summer Camp. We open daily at 7:30am (extended hours available beginning at 6:30am) and pick up is after their karate class or by 6:00pm. Choose daily or weekly. Great fun including field trips, beach outings, swimming, surf camp, Blue Angel show and much more. Daily field trips are: Mondays – swimming - $5. Tuesdays - movie - $5. Wednesdays – bowling - $7 and includes Lunch. Thursdays – skating - $11 and includes CiCi’s lunch. Fridays – See Schedule.

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First City No Bummer Summer Gymnastics Camp

2800 Wilde Lake Blvd, Pensacola, 850-476-6336; www.gulfcoastcouncil.org; pgoolsby@gmail.com We are looking forward to “Take Flight”, the theme for Pine Forest United Methodist’s Day Camp. Day Camp will be held June 6 - 10, 2016 from 8:00am - 4:00pm and Friday, June 10 from 8:00am - 2:00pm at Pine Forest United Methodist Church.

Cub Scout Day Camps Pensacola Bay South Santa Rosa

6464 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze, 850-476-6336; www.gulfcoastcouncil.org; melscheiwe@yahoo.com We are looking forward to “Cubs Go West”, the theme for South Santa Rosa’s Day Camp. Day Camp will be held June 13 - 16, 2016 from 8:00am - 3:30pm and Friday, June 17 from 8:00am - 1:00pm at St. Sylvester’s Catholic Church.

Cub Scout Day Camps Pensacola Bay Warrington

333 Commerce Street, Pensacola, 850-476-6336 www.gulfcoastcouncil.org; drybarrel@hotmail.com We are looking forward to “Jurassic”, the theme for Warrington’s Day Camp. Day Camp will be held June 27 - June 30, 2016 from 8:00am - 4:00pm and Friday, July 1 from 8:00am - 2:00pm at Redeemer Lutheran Church.

Episcopal Day School

601 North Palafox Street, Pensacola 850-434-6474; edscc.org For rising PreK3 through Kindergarten students. All camps will have a STEaM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics) emphasis. Themes will include: space, oceans, fairy tales, gardens, cooking, and robots. One week sessions begin June 6 through July 22. Full and half day options available. Cost is $195 per week for full day. Hours are 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. Cost is $150 a week for mornings only from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm

Episcopal Day School

800 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze 850-934-5140; www.gulfbreezerecreationcenter. com/15.html; rp-rec@mchsi.com

223 North Palafox Street, Pensacola, FL 32502 850-434-6474; www.edscc.org For rising 1st through 8th graders. One week sessions begin June 6 through July 22. Each camper will have the opportunity to pick a morning and afternoon class to complete their schedule. Options will vary each week, and many camps will have a STEaM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics) emphasis. Choices will include TV broadcasting, ceramics, wearable technology, performing arts/musical theater, themed reading camps such as Dr. Seuss, ballet, A Not So “Simple Inventions”

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City of Gulf Breeze Community Center

Rube Goldberg Lab, and sports including flag football, basketball, and many others. Full and half day options are available. Full day cost is $195 per week, 1/2 day cost is $125 per week. Morning session is 8:30 am to noon. Afternoon session is 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm. Morning and after care is provided from 7 am to 8:30 and 4 pm to 5:30 pm and is complimentary with registration.

Falbo’s Family Karate Summer Camp

65 East Olive Road, Pensacola 850-474-1068; www.firstcitygymnastics.com; info@ firstcitygymnastics.com Join us for First City’s No Bummer Summer Gymnastics Camp. Our camps run weekly from May 31stAugust 5th for ages 5 and up. A discount is available if registered before May 20th (closed July 4-8 & July 11). We will have: games, obstacle courses, gymnastics, field trips, arts & crafts and more. 7:30am – 6pm. Ages 5 and up. $110/week or $28/day. $30 Registration fee. Free camp t-shirt with registration fee. Price does not include field trips.

Greater Little Rock Preschool

901 North A Street, Pensacola 850-433-9476; glrockbc.org Greater Little Rock Preschool invites you to enjoy some summer fun! Summer session runs May 31 – August 5 for ages 5 through 11. Hours are 7am – 5:30pm. Call for registration and details.

Gulf Breeze Funplex

3123 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 850-932-2297; www.gulfbreezefunplex.com Kids love summer at Gulf Breeze Funplex. The fun runs from 7am – 6pm, Monday through Friday for ages Kindergarten and up. Camp runs weekly from June 6 through August 12. Themed weeks include space exploration, safari, construction, ocean depths and more. Activities include games, crafts and projects relating to each weeks theme along with open gym and open bounce time each day. Half day and full day options available. Half day option is $25. Full day option is $30. Full week option is $130.

Kids 4 Fun Summer Day Camp

4050 Avalon Boulevard, Milton 5642 Woodline Road, Pace (Stonebrook Plaza) 850-530-6078; www.kids4funsummerdaycamp.com We believe a child’s summer is an opportunity for growth and a rare time in their lives that should bring great memories. We offer fun filled field trips, martial arts lessons, games, activities, healthy exercise and much more to keep your kids moving. The lessons and experiences your child will learn at Kids4Fun will stick with then for years to come. Camp is offered to ages 5 – 12. Hours are Monday – Friday 6:30 am – 6:00 pm. For more information on summer camp, call or visit our website. June 2nd – August 12th, 2016.

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KinderWorld

2000 Toni Street, Pensacola 850-477-7080; www.mykinderworld.com Summer Camp in the KinderWorld Kool Zone is fun! Our school-aged kids have their own building and playground. This space has video games, arcade games, art center, home living center, science center, block center, music center, and lots of fun activities including exciting field trips! Call or visit our website today for summer details. License C01ES0101

Malena’s Mini School

9318 Pensacola Boulevard, Pensacola 7181 Pine Forest Road, Pensacola 850-478-5733; www.malenasminischool.com We offer many weekly activity selections including swimming, cooking, crafts, movies, and field trips. Two camp levels offered: Junior Campers (4 and 5 year olds) and Senior Campers (Kindergarten through grade 5). Fees are: $125 weekly Tuition (4-5 year olds entering kindergarten); $110 weekly Tuition (school ages 5-12); $150 one-time activity fee. Enrollment in the day camp includes daily breakfast, lunch, and snack and a receive a FREE camp shirt!

Miss Kathy’s

2275 E Johnson Avenue, Pensacola 850-476-8320; www.misskathys.com We offer a fun filled summer schedule for your child. Going on field trips weekly, and playing outside on our playgrounds guarantees happy kids this summer. Field Trips include: the beach, bowling movies, skating, Sam’s Surf City, and more. Call Today! To learn more about this year’s Summer Camp Schedule!

Montessori School of Pensacola Early Childhood Camp

1010 N. 12th Avenue, Pensacola 850-469-8138; www.montessoripensacola.com MSP offers summer camp for students in PreschoolKindergarten. Camp is 8am – 12pm. Cost is $150/ week. Themes alternate from week to week and include such creative and enriching topics as cooking, drama, Spanish, technology, and science. Students may attend all summer or pick and choose weeks. Non-MSP students are invited to attend camps. In addition to the 8 AM to 12 PM camp time, there is also early morning and afternoon (7:00am until 5:30pm) extended care for Preschool-Kindergarten aged children.

Montessori School of Pensacola Elementary Camp

4100 Montessori Drive, Pensacola 850-469-8138; www.montessoripensacola.com MSP offers summer camp for students in 1st-6th grade. This year we are offering a variety of themes weeks including (K)nitty Gritty, Drama, Pokemon Make and Play, Stuffed Animal Vet Clinic, The World of Harry Potter, Playing with Puppets, Musical Theater and Woodworking. For information on each theme including dates, times and prices, visit website and click on the summer camp link found under Learning at MSP.

Sand Castle Academy

4000 North Palafox Street, Pensacola 850-435-8888; www.sandcastleacademy.net Summer day camp offered to children ages 5 to 11

years old. Open 6:30 am - 6:00pm. Full time and part time offered. Children will enjoy exciting activities with themed units. Meals and snacks included.

Super Summer Kid’s Camp – PTSDA Karate

2500 Nine Mile Road, Pensacola 850-478-0680; www.ptsda.com; Terri@ptsda.com We offer a safe and exciting children’s program for the entire summer. Children love our karate classes, field trips and fun activities. Parents enjoy knowing that their child is safe and will sleep well from all the activities. Drop off is between 7-9am and pick up is by 6pm daily. Visit ptsda.com for more information.

Triple Play

3286 Gateway Lane, Cantonment 850-479-1122; tripleplay23.com Triple Play has another exciting summer in the works! Find us on Facebook and visit our website for summer updates coming soon!

Educational & Miscellaneous American Autism & Rehabilitation Center (ad on Inside Back Cover)

8909 Rand Avenue, Daphne, 251-210-1632 www.facebook.com/americanautismcenter/ The American Autism and Rehabilitation center is proud to host a number of programs this summer. Our various programs will focus on language development, social skills, how to deal with bullying and making friends. We will offer one-on-one tutoring with a special education teacher available to all school-aged children with an IEP. We have programs from ages 3-18 years. No diagnosis is required to participate. Preschool Language Camp – 4 weeks available K-2nd grade Language/Social Skills Camp – 4 weeks available 7th – 9th grade Social Skills/Emotional Regulation Camp - 2 weeks available. IEP Goal Tutoring – June – July available.

Explore Arcadia Mill (ad on page 21)

Arcadia Mill Archaeological Site, 5709 Mill Pond Lane, Milton, 850-473-7468; uwf.edu/explorecamps Incoming 4th-6th Graders. July 11-15. 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM. Tuition: $125. Fun and learning collide at the Explore Arcadia Mill summer camp! History comes to life as campers learn about past events, the local ecosystem and archaeology. This week-long archaeological adventure is filled with hands-on activities and site tours.

Pensacola History & Archaeology Camp (ad on page 21)

Museum of Commerce, 201 E. Zaragoza Street, Downtown Pensacola, 850-473-7468 www.uwf.edu/explorecamps Incoming 4th-6th graders. June 6-10. 8:30 AM-12:30 PM, Tuition: $125. Watch the past come alive during this one-week social studies enrichment camp in Historic Pensacola. Campers will learn history, archaeology and much more! This is a one-week social studies enrichment camp that will immerse campers in hands-on activities in history and archaeology. Campers will visit an archaeology lab, museums, historic sites, and archival collections in downtown Pensacola. Participants will research, design, create and present their own museum exhibit.

Pensacola MESS Hall (ad on page 11)

116 North Tarragona Street, Pensacola 877-937-6377; www.pensacolamesshall.org Camps are broken into grade levels, grades 1-3, 4-6, and 7-9. Camps are half-day camps. Morning sessions – 9 am - noon; Afternoon session – 1 pm to 4 pm. TEC Studio offers extended day 8:30am – 3:30pm. Participants should bring a snack for all sessions. Price per half-day, week-long camp are: Members $100. Non-members $125. Price per full-day (9am-4pm), week-long camp: Members $200. Non-members $250. Price per half-day, single morning camp: Members $20.Non-members $25. Extended day during TEC Studio adds $25, or $20 for members. Enrollment is limited to 16 students per camp. Camp themes include TEC Studio, Inventors, Code Academy, MESSlandia, Full Day with First City Arts, Light It Up, Rockin Out, Discover Architecture, Nature Ramble, Space Explorers, Robot-Set-Code. Please visit our website for camp descriptions, dates, times and other details.

WildNative ECO Camp (ad on page 11)

Offers educational and fun opportunities for upcoming 7th to 12th grade students. ECO stands for Exciting Coastal Opportunities because of the many activities the students get to experience. They will be learning about their environment, marine biology, ecology all while they are gaining experience for a career related field. We offer week long and weekend excursions and we can accommodate overnight or day activities through out the year. Summer camp sessions are from June 5 through July 2. Visit wildnativecamps.com for more information and to sign up for summer camp. You can also find us on Facebook. To speak with someone please call 1-844-900-CAMP.

4-H Day Camps

850-475-5230; escambia.ifas.ufl.edu; jsavely@ufl.edu Looking for interactive, fun, and educational activities? Join 4-H in our special interest day camps. All day camps are $5 unless otherwise noted. Closed toed shoes should be worn at all camps and youth should bring a sack lunch. Day camps run from 8:00am2:00pm each day. Dates and locations TBA. Please check our website to keep up with information on these and other day camps! Some camp themes include Sewing New Ideas, Canning Day Camp, Aerospace Planes and Rockets, Woodworking and Craftsmanship, Hay Day Hay Bailing Day Camp, Ecosystem and Forestry Prescribed Burning Day Camp.

Autism Pensacola

850-434-7171; autismpensacola.org/camp.html Autism Pensacola’s Kids for Camp is a data-driven program using best-practice techniques, specifically Applied Behavior Analysis, to contribute to both the skill acquisition of the individuals with autism and the continuing education of the teachers, support staff, and college students who work with those with autism. 2016 Camp dates are June 15 – June 20. Kids for Camp hours are 9:00am – 2:30pm, Monday through Thursday. Extended care is offered on campus from 8:00am – 9:00am and from 2:45pm – 4:30pm each day.

Escambia County Sheriff’s Department – Camp Friendship

850-436-9630; www.escambiaso.com The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office hosts a free summer camp to bring deputies and the children of the communities they serve closer together. During each one-week camp the deputies and children will be doing activities together including field trips, arts and crafts and more. Camps dates for 2016 are June 6-10 and June 13-17. Registration packets may be obtained at the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Administration

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Explore Summer Camps

11000 University Parkway Building 77 Room 149, Pensacola, 850-473-7468; uwf.edu/continuinged/departments/explore-summer-camps UWF’s Explore Summer Camps provide incoming kindergarten to 9th grade student’s awesome opportunities to widen their horizons and discover new strengths. Taught by certified teachers and professionals, our programs are carefully designed to be engaging and fun. We’ve brought back many of your favorites and added a few new camps that will top your can’t miss list this summer! Please visit website for more information. June 6 – 10 – Grades 1st – 9th at UWF Main Campus and Museum of Commerce Robotics, Pensacola History & Archaeology, Superheroes, Myths, and Movie Magic, Discovery Spot, CSI. June 13 – 17 - Grades Kindergarten – 9th at Gulf Breeze Elementary and UWF Main Campus 1,2,3 Blast Off, Marine Science Week 1, Animal Adventures, Creative Writing and Math with LEGOS, Beginning Hands on Clay, Game Programming and Design. June 20 – 24 - Grades Kindergarten – 11th at Gulf Breeze Elementary School, Pensacola Innovation Institute, and UWF Main Campus Dinosaur Dig, Marine Science Week 2, STEM Engineering, Beginning Hands on Clay (Repeat Session), Innovate to Create, Discovery Spot, Explore Hogwarts Year 3, Photoshop for Photographers. June 27 – July 1 - Grades 1st – 9th at UWF Main Campus Frozen, Creative Writing and Math with LEGOS(Repeat Session), Jr. Detectives, Explore Hogwarts Year 2, Comic Camp. July 5 – 8 - Grades 1st – 9th at UWF Main Campus Horrible Histories, American Girl, Shutterbugs, Moot Court. July 11-15 - Grades 1st – 11th at UWF Main Campus & Arcadia Mill Jr. Mad Scientist, My Summer Passport to the World, Explore Arcadia Mill, Discovery Spot, Secondary Robotics, Intermediate Hands on Clay. July 18-22 - Grades 1st – 11th at UWF Main Campus Fantastic Physics, Explore Hogwarts Year 1, Math Madness, Stop Motion Animation, Intermediate Robotics, Discover Spot (3D Modeling and Printing) July 25-29 - Grades Kindergarten – 11th at UWF Main Campus Ocean Explorers, Elementary Robotics (Repeat Session), Theater and You, Code Kids, Percy Jackson, Discovery Spot (3D Gaming), Explore Hogwarts Year 4. August 1- 5 - Grades 1st – 6th at UWF Main Campus Myth Busters, Code Kids (Repeat Session), The Theater and You.

Flight Adventure Deck Summer Camp

1750 Radford Boulevard - Suite B, Pensacola 850-453-2389; www.navalaviationfoundation.org Parents! What are your kids doing this summer? Launch your own rocket, build gliders, watch a Blue Angels practice (if available) and experience a Giant Screen movie and exciting flight simulators - all in one week! Sign up for the Flight Adventure Deck Summer Camp held at the Naval Aviation Museum, located on NAS Pensacola. Taught by certified teachers, campers will learn the science and math of flight and expand their knowledge of naval aviation history with tours of museum exhibits, aircraft & the National Flight Academy! The following one week sessions are available: June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27 - July 1, July 11-15, July 18-22, July 25-29, August 1-5 Camp begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Camp is open only to youth entering the 5th or 6th grade. Fees are $165 per Camper, per session. Campers must arrange their own transportation and bring their own lunch. Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

Pensacola Cooks Kitchen Summer Camp

3670 Barrancas Avenue, Pensacola, 850-456-0743; www.cookingschoolsofamerica.com/pensacolacooks For vegetarian/protein options, and food allergies, email holly@pensacolacooks.com at the time of registration. To register, visit website listed above. Youth Baking Basics (ages 5-9) - Recipes will include cakes/cupcakes, basic frosting, breads and pies. Youth Baking Boot Camp (ages 10 – 14) - Campers will create detailed cakes, pies and breads. More advanced decorating styles and skills will be taught to create their own “masterpieces.” Taste of TV Cooking Camp (ages 5-9) – Campers will recreate styles of recipes used on TV cooking shows. Taste of TV Cooking Camp (ages 10-14) – Campers will recreate styles of recipes on TV cooking shows. Olympic Tribute Global Foods Cooking Camp (ages 5-9) - Campers practice cooking popular, traditional dishes, rich in culinary history, from countries taking part in the 2016 Summer Olympic Games. Foodie Movie Fun Cooking Camp (ages 5-9) - Campers recreate foods from Ratatouille, Lady and the Tramp, Beauty and the Beast, even Star Wars, to name a few. Foodie Movie Fun Cooking Camp (ages 10-14) Campers recreate foods from Ratatouille, Lady and the Tramp, Beauty and the Beast, even Star Wars. Camp Mobile Food Vendors (ages 9 – 14) - Campers design menus and test recipes with the help of area food entrepreneurs and food truck owners. Cooking onboard the Pensacola Cooks Mobile Kitchen, campers experience the reality of being a mobile food vendor.

Sylvan Learning

Building 8, 2401 Executive Plaza Road, Pensacola 850-474-9022; www.sylvanlearning.com/us/pensacola-fl Avoid summer learning loss. Make Sylvan a part of your summer schedule and make back to school time a big success! Sylvan has new summer camps like Math EDGE, Fit4Algebra, Read Ahead, ACT Prep, Build-aBot, and more. Call for more information.

Gymnastics & Cheer Ace Cheer Company

65 East Olive Road, Pensacola 601-955-0258; www.acetribe.com 3123 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 850-932-2297; www.acetribe.com Ace offers various types of camps and clinics to assist with stunting, tumbling, choreography and tryout prep. Please call or check our website for more information.

Camp Mojo – Mojo Elite Gym Training

6890 W Fairfield Drive, Pensacola 850-733-3547; www.mojogymnastics.com Summer camp activities feature an outdoor zipline, lots of fitness games and of course, Gymnastics! We will have outdoor water fun, as well as cool scientific experiments and crafts! We are limiting camp to only 30 participants to ensure a quality experience and a low camper to instructor ratio. Camp is available for children 5 and up. Camp starts May 21. 9am to 3pm. $125 per week.

Flip Factory

9245 North Palafox Street, Pensacola 850-969-9111; www.flipfactorypensacola.com Email: info@flipfactorypensacola.com or briley@flipfactorypensacola.com Check our website for 2016 summer camp dates to be announced soon. Please call or email for information.

Flippin Out

4050 Avalon Boulevard, Milton 850-530-6078;www.flippinoutgym.com July 13th – August 28th, 2016 ACRO Team classes If you are interested in competing with our Acro team

this year, or if you’re curious to see what the program is all about, join our summer trial classes now! All skill levels are welcome. Register early to take advantage of the discounted registration price! Daily field trips and exciting events keep the kids entertained. Activities include trips to the bowling alley, skating rink, parks, movies, and much more. Let’s not forget the most important thing about our gymnastics summer camp, the GYMNASTICS! Every day a student attends camp, they will receive an extended, structured gymnastics class that fits their skill level and experience! We open bright and early at 6:30am and are available until 6pm for your convenience! Please call for information.

Gulf Coast Gymnastics

1844 Cowen Road, Gulf Breeze 850-934-3990; www.gulfcoastgym.com; gulfcoastgym@bellsouth.net Gulf Coast Gymnastics Camp includes gymnastics class instruction, arts & crafts, games, & more! Summer Camps are for kids ages 5-13 and run MondayFriday 8:30am - 3:30pm.

Horseback Riding Riverview Camp for Girls (ad on page 3)

Mentone, AL 800-882-0722; www.riverviewcamp.com Email: info@riverviewcamp.com Accredited by the American Camping Association. Riverview is an all girls overnight camp in Mentone, Alabama, on top of Lookout Mountain. (45 minutes south of Chattanooga, 1.5 hours from Huntsville, Al and 2 hours from Atlanta, Nashville and Birmingham!) Riverview offers both one and two-week sessions all summer long for girls ages 6-16 years. Horse riding, swimming, nature trails, ropes, sports, arts and crafts, and much more! There are also weekend retreats for mother-daughter adventures. Camp runs from June – August 2016. Rates are $1875 - $3,300. A 10% discount is allowed for 2nd or more sisters of the same family. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Sunriser Stables (ad on page 21))

7603 Helms Road, Pensacola 850-512-7433; www.sunriserstables.com Sunriser Stables offers a fun summer camp program! We cover all aspects of horse care from grooming and bathing to riding with a strong focus on safety. Each day the kids take an hour long riding lesson. No riding experience necessary. Camp runs on a weekly basis from June through August. Camp is Monday through Friday, 8am-12pm. We take riders of all different experience levels. Ages eight and older, no exceptions. Cost is $250 per week.

Aubrey Hill Summer Riding Camp

3700 Aubrey Lane, Pace, 850-396-3102; www.aubreyhill.com/summer-riding-camp-summer-camp Campers will ride daily as well as learn all about how to take care of horses. We will have several crafts for the kids to enjoy while they take a break from the heat. The following three sessions are for beginner to intermediate riders from age 6-13. Camp will be held Monday – Friday from 9am-2pm. Session one – June 6-10, Session two – June 13-17, Session three – June 20-24, Session four – June 27-July 1: AHE Riders and advanced riders only. Cost is $300.00 per week. $75.00 deposit required. Children will need to bring a sack lunch each day including a drink.

Crazy Acres Ranch Summer Horse Camps

3030 Hwy 97, Molino, 850-206-8113 Summer horse camps with no experience necessary. Activities Include: grooming, tacking, riding, obstacle

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Gulf Breeze School of Music

5 Center Road, Gulf Breeze 850-261-8824; www.gulfbreezeschoolofmusic.com We have music for everyone! Camps offered in 3 different summer sessions. Call or visit our website for more details. This summer we will offer Kindermusik (ages birth – 3 years); Preschool Music Camp (ages 3-5); Private Lessons in piano, guitar, voice, percussion, woodwinds, and brass; Elementary Music Camp (ages 6-10, entering grades 1-5th); Beginning Orchestra (ages 8-adult); Intermediate/Advanced Orchestra; Wind Ensemble.

Pensacola Home School Band & Strings

1220 East Blount Street, Pensacola Teri Pate - patesix@bellsouth.net; www.homeschoolband.com Offering 3 one-week camps. Intro to Music – Students will have the opportunity to try out a variety of musical instruments from the woodwinds, brass, strings, and percussion families. Intermediate Camp – Students with at least one year of music experience with a concert band or stringed instrument will enjoy engaging, multisensory instruction in the elements of music with the benefit of group participation. Students will learn music history and gain proficiency in music theory and technique. Advanced Camp – For current Wind Ensemble or Chamber Strings students. Students currently in an intermediate group may attend with director approval.

Pensacola Opera Summer Camp

75 South Tarragona Street, Pensacola 850-433-6737; www.pensacolaopera.com Week long summer camp sessions introduce children and teens ages 8-17 to the magic of opera including vocal coaching, dramatic training, audition techniques, and set design. Each camp session culminates in a final performance by the campers, for friends and families. OPERA CAMP I (Ages 8-12) Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 6 July 11–14, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. and July 15, 9 a.m.–end of performance (approx. 6 p.m.) Final Performance: Friday, July 15 at 5 p.m. Tuition: $150.   OPERA CAMP II (Ages 13-16) Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 20. July 25–28, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and July 29, 9 a.m.–end of performance (approx. 6 p.m.) Final Performance: Friday, July 29 at 5 p.m.  $175.

SETSCO - Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company

1010 North 12th Avenue, Suite 211, Pensacola 662-278-8383; www.setsco.org It’s a mystery of Shakespearean proportions as this

year’s campers create a whodunit from the ground up using Shakespearean characters, plots, intrigue, dialogue, and combat. Each camper will get to choose a Shakespearean character to play, agree on a Shakespearean murder victim, and help write and perform an original play using Shakespearean themes. Campers will learn about the plays, acting, and stage combat in this week-long experience that culminates in a live performance! SETSCO will provide everything except underwear, shoes, and lunch. Tuition is $235. The first five people to register receive a 10% discount! Ages 9-17. Monday-Friday. 9am-4:30pm. Dates TBA.

Sports Camps British Soccer Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Locations listed below 678-540-1585- Mark Curry; mcurry@challengersports. com; www.challengersports.com Challenger Sports’ British Soccer Camp is the most popular soccer camp in the country based upon one of the most innovative approaches to coaching youth soccer in the US and Canada. Our experienced staff study the game at all levels and will help players improve their core techniques and become more confident on the ball. With programs for each age, the curriculum includes a variety of foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, freestyle soccer, small-sided games and coached scrimmages. The TetraBrazil Camp combines traditional Brazilian technical practices with the flair, passion, and creativity of South American soccer. Roger Scott Athletic Complex (2130 Summit Boulevard, Pensacola) June 13-17. Pensacola Naval Air Station (Navy Youth Ball Field Complex, Hwy 98, Pensacola) June 6 – 10. Shoreline Park (800 Shoreline Dr, Gulf Breeze) June 27 – July 1. Tiger Point Park (1370 Tiger Park Lane, Gulf Breeze) August 1-5. Tetra Brazil Camp - Tiger Point Park (1370 Tiger Park Lane, Gulf Breeze) June 6 – June 10 Registration online, www.challengersports.com.

Chip Boes Championship Basketball Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Malcolm Yonge Community Center, 925 East Jackson Street, Pensacola, 850-968 9299 www.chipboes.blogspot.com; chipboes@gmail.com Boys and Girls ages 7-13; June 6-10, June 20- 24, July 18-22; 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM (M-F) $85/session. Multiple session and multiple camper discounts are available. Each Championship Level camper receives a basketball, camp shirt, ice cream party, group and individual instruction, league and tournament play and more. Director: Chip Boes (37th year) and adult staff. 4 time Panhandle Conference Coach of the Year, 48 Division 1 players, 4 NBA draft picks, 1 Canadian Olympic Team Member, 1 Professional Basketball Entertainer Harlem , Globetrotters/Washington Generals. Visit our website for camp application, updated camp information, and pictures.

Junior Tennis Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Roger Scott Tennis Center - 2130 Summit Boulevard, Pensacola, 850-912-4103; www.rogerscotttennis.com During this Tennis Camp your child will receive tennis instruction as well as play match play, rallies, and other fun outdoor games. See www.rogerscotttennis. com for application to print and return to front desk with payment. Nine Weekly sessions June 6-August 8 (No Camps July 4-8). 9am-2pm for ages 6-14. All

skill levels. Cost: $120 per camper per session, $135 includes a daily lunch.

North Pensacola Optimist Club Soccer Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Roger Scott Athletic Complex Email: dwerdung@panhandle.rr.com Website: PensacolaYouthSoccer.com Send RSVP to dwerdung@panhandle.rr.com or register online. July 11-14. Ages 6-9, 4pm-5:45pm. Ages 10-17, 4pm – 7pm. Cost: Ages 6-9, $55; Ages 10-17, $75 per player. Onsite registration available the first day.

Play Pensacola Girls Volleyball Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Malcolm Yonge Gym, 925 East Jackson Street, Pensacola, 850-435-1603; www.cityofpensacola.com/ DocumentCenter/View/3493 Don’t miss this great camp conducted by Pensacola State College Head Volleyball Coach, Chris Laird. Registration form available at website listed above. Mail registration to Exchange Park. On-site registration available first day. June 13 – 16 from 9am- Noon for ages 9 – 14. Cost: $80.

Racquet Roundup (ad on Back Cover)

Locations listed below 850-434-2800; www.pensacolasports.com/racquetroundup. All kids ages 4-12 are invited to attend these FREE clinics offered through Pensacola Sports. All skill levels are welcome! These one-day clinics will introduce your child to the game of tennis in a fun, relaxed learning environment. Area tennis professionals lead the instruction. Sign up at the Roger Scott Tennis Center front desk or visit www.pensacolasports.com/ racquetroundup. Ages 4-8, 8am-10am, Ages 9-12, 10-noon. May 31, June 1-2 - Roger Scott Tennis Center 2130 Summit Boulevard June 8 – Naval Air Station, Courts along Murray Road, June 9 – Hollice T. Williams Park – 1601 N Hayne St June 16 – UWF – 11000 University Parkway June 23 – 24 – Shoreline Park North – 800 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze

Roger Scott Tennis Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Roger Scott Tennis Center - 2130 Summit Boulevard, Pensacola, 850-912-4103; www.rogerscotttennis.com Join the fun at Roger Scott Tennis Center for daily tennis instruction, tennis games, arts and crafts, and swimming. See www.rogerscotttennis.com for application to print and return to front desk with payment. Nine Weekly sessions June 6-August 8 (No Camps July 4-8). 9am-1pm for ages 5-14. All skill levels. Cost: $115 per camper per session, $90 per sibling per session, $40 daily rate per camper.

Bazooka Soccer Camp

850-356-2996; www.bazookasoccer.com 2 weeks in Pensacola Florida includes our extended Advanced, Quality, Competitive Soccer and Academic Program for players of all ages. Bazooka Soccer Academy accepts players of all levels to our camps. Our program focuses on technical and tactical development of a player which will help individual players to challenge themselves at O.D.P, State, Regional, National level and Beyond. For more details and registration information, visit our website and click on camps. Sessions 1. July 5-9, 2016. Session 2. July 10-14, 2016.

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Chevy Youth Baseball Instructional Clinic

Blue Wahoos Stadium, 251 West Cedar St, Pensacola 770-401-9083; ahelton2gmdealerprograms.com All skill levels between the ages of 6-14, boys and girls. This clinic is free and offered on June 10 and June 11. Contact Amanda Helton at the contact number or email above for times and registration information.

Cordova Lanes Pins & Pals

2111 Airport Blvd, Pensacola 850-477-2300; cordovalanes.com You’ll begin with bowling basics and end with a greater appreciation for bowling and a comfort level that’ll let you enjoy bowling more; all with your very own bowling ball. Camp runs Monday through Friday, 10 am – 1 pm; Ages 5 to 18. Reserve a seat early, as they go quickly. Once you’ve reserved your seat and paid in full, you’ll be sent to the Pro Shop to pick out the color of your ball and have it fitted just for you! Contact Us for more details.

Football Camp with Charlie Ward

Blue Wahoos Stadium, 251 West Cedar Street, Pensacola, cward@bluewahoos.com Camp will be held June 18. Please email Charlie Ward for camp details.

Gulf Breeze Futbol Academy

1230 Crane Cove Blvd, Gulf Breeze, 850-602-7540 www.gulfbreezezefa.com; ayalavic06@aol.com Keep’em Kickin’ College Showcase and Elite Soccer Camp will be hosting a 4 day summer soccer camp for the Gulf Breeze Beakers and the surrounding area. The camp will give participants a chance to learn new skills, perfect old ones, and showcase their skills in a fun and exciting soccer camp setting. The camp is facilitated by a group of collegiate staff from various universities throughout the region. The camp will be for U8-U18 players and held at Breaker’s Soccer Fields (Club II Fields) located at 1230 Crane Cove Drive in Gulf Breeze. Ages and sessions may be adjusted due to number of applicants. Please call, email or visit our website for more information and registration. Monday July 11th – Thursday July 14th for players ages 12 years – 18 years from 4 pm -7 pm. Tuesday July 12th - Friday July 15th for players ages 8 years – 11 years from 9 am – 12 pm.

ICE Soccer Camps at University of West Florida 11000 University Parkway Pensacola 850-474-3226; www.WestFloridaSoccer.com Run by UWF Soccer Coaches. For information and registration visiti our website. Elite ID Camp July 23-24. Ages 13 and Up Overnight $275 Commuter $185. Indoor/Outdoor Day Camp July 25-29. Ages 7-13 $155

Pensacola Catholic High School

3043 W Scott Street, Pensacola Baseball  - June 6-9 & June 13-16. Ages 6-14. 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Cost $100  Richard LaBounty, rlabounty@pensacolachs.org, 436-6400 x112 or 696-9636 Boys’ Basketball - June 13-16 & July 18-21. Ages 8-14. 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Cost $100 Jeff Gill, jgill@pensacolachs.org, 829-5753 Girls’ Basketball Fundamentals - June 20-23. Ages 8-14. 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Cost $100 Tommy Williams, twilliams@pensacolachs.org, 776-7959 Girls’ Basketball Shooting Camp - June 20-23. Ages 10-14.12:30-2:30 p.m. Cost $100 Tommy Williams, twilliams@pensacolachs.org, 776-7959 Cheerleading - June 6-10 & July 11-15. Ages 5-14. 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Cost $100  Amanda Macon, abt1285@gmail.com, 324-0685 Football - July 18-21. Ages 8 – 14. 5:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m. Cost $100, Greg Seibert, gseibert@pensacolachs.org, 436-6400 x130 Volleyball - July 25-28. Grades 5-7, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

p.m.; Grades 4-6, 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Grades 8-12, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Cost $100. Guilio Simonelli, gsimonelli@aol.com, 206-9024 Dance Team  - June 27-30. Ages 6-14. 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Cost $100  Heather Smith, hsmith@pensacolachs.org, 377-7199 Girls Soccer  - July 26-29. Ages 7-13. Cost $100  Mark Yepishin, mark.yepishin@gmail.com, 4185-3944 Boys Soccer  - June 20-23. Ages 7-13. Cost $100  Del Greatwood, d.greatwood@yahoo.com, 292-2205 LaCrosse - June 27-30 & July 25-29. Ages 7 – 14. Cost $100  Scott Bartkowski, intruderbn@live.com, 375-6622

UWF Volleyball Camps

11000 University Parkway, Pensacola 850-291-7100; www.acevolleyballcamps.com/ Summer_Camp_Info.htm Youth Camp I: June 6-8; $100; Ages: 4th-8th grade; Time: 5:30-7:30pm; Youth Camp II: July 6-8; $100; Ages: 4th-8th grade; Time: 5:30-7:30pm; Youth Camp III: July 25-27; $100; Ages: 4th-8th grade; Time: 5:307:30pm; General Skills: July 11-13; Overnight: $300 / Commuter: $275; Ages: 8th-12th grade; Positional Camp I: July 14; 100 Ages: 8th-12th grade; Time: 2:30-8:30pm; Positional Camp I: July 18; $100 Ages: 8th-12th grade; Time: 2:30-8:30pm; Team Camp: July 19-21; Per player: Overnight: $310 / Commuter: $250; Ages: 8th-12th grade

Watersports – Surf,

Swim, Fishing, Boating Pensacola Yacht Club Summer Sailing (ad on page 13)

1897 Cypress Street, Pensacola 850-208-1705; www.pensacolayachtclub.org Learn to sail with confidence and have fun doing it! All sessions will offer instruction for beginner to advanced, ages 6-17. Campers will learn boat rigging, boat handling, basic knots, sportsmanship, sailing fundamentals, and boat responsibility. Participants will have the opportunity to experience Monohull, Catamaran, Flying Scot, 420, Laser and Optimist sailing, depending up ability and desire. Camp fee is $200/weekly session for members and $250/weekly session for nonmembers. Each camp session is one week, Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 4:00pm. There will be 9 weekly sessions offered this summer beginning June 6. For more information contact Bert Rice, Jr., 850-208-1705 or bertrice05@yahoo.com.

Play Pensacola Beginning Fishing Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Community Maritime Park 850-516-9382 - Tim Land; www.cityofpensacola. com/940/Summer-Camps Your child will have fun learning how to fish and enjoy the outdoors. They will also receive a tackle box and fishing pole at the end of the camp. Monday-Thursday will be fun learning and fishing days and Friday will feature a family fish fry. June 6-10, 8:00am-4:30pm. Ages: 6-10. Cost: $120 City/$130 Non City.

Play Pensacola Advanced Fishing Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Community Maritime Park 850-516-9382 - Tim Land; www.cityofpensacola. com/940/Summer-Camps If your child already knows how to fish and wants to

learn more places to fish in Pensacola, then this is the camp for them! Monday-Thursday will be fun learning and fishing days and Friday will feature a family fish fry. June 13-17; July 11-15, 8:00am-4:30pm. Ages 9-14. Cost: $120 City/$130 Non City.

Play Pensacola SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding) Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Community Maritime Park 850-516-9382 - Tim Land; www.cityofpensacola. com/940/Summer-Camps Learn how to stand-up paddleboard in a pool then venture out into the open water. June 20-24, 8:00am-4:30pm. Ages 7-13. Cost: $120 City/$130 Non City.

Play Pensacola Adventure Camp (ad on Back Cover)

Community Maritime Park 850-516-9382 - Tim Land; www.cityofpensacola. com/940/Summer-Camps This is the camp your child will talk about for years! Kids will have fun kayaking, rock climbing, fishing, and shooting archery all week followed by a family fish cook out on Fridays. July 5-8; July 18-22; July 25-29; August 1-5. 8:00am-4:30pm. Ages 7-14. Cost: $120 City/$130 Non City.

Waterboyz Surf, Skate & Skimboard Camps (ad on page 4)

380 N. 9th Avenue, Pensacola 850-433-2929; www.waterboyz.com/camps Waterboyz surf, skate, & skimboard camps are filled with memories to last a lifetime! Learn the fundementals while also learning the proper morals & values of a respectful individual. You’ll be getting a free reusable eco friendly Mizu water container, certificate of completion, and a 2016 Waterboyz camp t-shirt! Waterboyz Surf Camps are held on Pensacola Beach Mon. - Thur. from 9am to 12 noon. Camp size is limited! Must be at least 7 years old and a good swimmer. Each instructor will teach no more than 4 students at a time during each session. Waterboyz Surf Camp is $170. Instruction includes Surfing, Paddleboarding, Skimboarding, Ocean Awareness and Safety, Wave Knowledge and Etiquette. The Waterboyz Skate Camps are a great way to get into skating or sharpen your skills. The camps take place at the Waterboyz skatepark and run Monday through Thursday from 9am to 12noon. Each skater sets their own goal at the beginning of the week (how to drop-in, ollie, grind, etc.) and our instructors help them get there. The Waterboyz Skate Camp is $120. Instruction includes Skating, Awareness and Safety, Skate Knowledge and Etiquette Waterboyz Skimboard Camps will be held on Pensacola Beach from 9am to 12 noon Mon-Thur. Camp size is limited per week! Must be at least 6 years old and a good swimmer.

Dolphin Camp & Teen Dolphin Lab

58901 Overseas Highway, Grassy Key 305-289-1121; www.dolphins.org; drc@dolphins.org Dolphin Camp is a seven-day program that introduces children to the amazing world of dolphins. Students meet DRC’s resident dolphin population, learning to respect each dolphin as an individual through observation of their unique behavioral and physical characteristics. The course includes a unique blend of classroom discussions, observation time, and hands-on activities and proves that learning can be fun! Games and activities are scheduled every evening at our dormitory. 2016 Dolphin Camp Dates: Dolphin Camp (ages 1012) – June 6-17 and June 18-24; Dolphin Camp (ages 13-14) June 25-July 1 and July 2-8

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Emerald Coast Science Center

31 Memorial Parkway SW, Fort Walton 850-664-1261; www.ecscience.org Each week, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 4 pm, we will offer a new, engaging subject. We offer separate camp sessions for Ages 5-8 and Ages 9-12. Members’ rate is $225 and Non-Members’ rate is $250. We also offer extended care and drop in rates. June 13-17: Living on the Coast, June 20-24: Science Gets Messy; June 27- July 1: Launch to Space; July 11-15: Dinosaur Adventures; July 18-22: SciWhy Film Making; July 25-29: Interactive Engineering.

Greater Pensacola Aquatics Club

Pensacola State College - 1000 College Boulevard, Pensacola, 850-484-1312; www.gpacswimteam.com; gpacoffice@gmail.com May 31, 2016 – July 23, 2016. The specific starting date depends on each locations first practice date. Check out our Facebook Page and Twitter Feed for swim news and updates. Please call for more information and registration instructions.

Innerlight Surf Camp

Pensacola Beach 850-434-6743; surfcamp@innerlightsurf.com Whether you’ve never set foot on a board, or just want to sharpen your skills, Surf Camp is a fun and unique experience. Quality instruction from top-notch surf schools selected by Billabong. Learn surfing etiquette, culture, training and techniques, ocean science such as info on waves, tides and marine biology. No worries if the surf is flat we will have other fun games and activities for the participants. Camp includes a surf camp t-shirt, stickers, coupons, and other goodies. Surf Camp is from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Participants must be at least 8 years old and a strong swimmer… we have had people from 8 – 78 $160 per session. Session 1 (June 1, 2, 3); Session 2 (June 6, 8, 10); Session 3 (June 13, 15, 17); Session 4 (June 20, 22, 24); Session 5 (June 27, 29, July 1); Session 6 (July 6, 7, 8); Session 7 (July 11,12,13); Session 8 (July 18, 20, 22); Session 9 (July 25, 27, 29); Session 10 (Aug 1, 2, 3); Session 11 (Aug 8, 9, 10). Registration forms available online.

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www.pensacolabeachlifeguards.com 850-554-4301; adjohnson@myescambia.com Through several different types of training, the program simulates the training of the Pensacola Beach Lifeguards. Every Junior Lifeguard will become familiar with medical equipment, learn all about our beaches, and perform mock rescues. There isn’t a better way to learn how to educate and protect the public at Pensacola Beach than to be a Junior Lifeguard! Upcoming Tryout Dates: June 4th, 7:00AM, @ Quietwater Beach (at the gazebos, next to Key Sailing). Please bring your checkbook to the tryout. Program cost is $200. A parent/guardian must be present at the tryout. A child must attend the tryout in order to be considered for the program. The tryout to become a Pensacola Beach Junior Lifeguard will take place at the Quietwater Beach Pavilions. Upcoming Program Dates: June 13th - 24th (MondayFriday, 9am-3:30pm); July 18th - 29th (Monday-Friday, 9am-3:30pm). For more information email visit our website or email adjohnson@myescambia.com.

Navarre Beach Marine Science Station

8638 Blue Heron Court, Navarre 850-261-2141; www.navarresciencestation.org Reefs and Robotics - Grades: (students entering) 3rd8th. August 1-5. Monday – Friday, 9am-3pm. Cost: $300 (includes a t-shirt, SUP session, and snorkel gear rental and opportunity to win a ROV). Campers will learn how to identify local fish species while learning how to snorkel. Participants must know how to swim. Students, led by SRCSD teachers and an ROV expert, will explore the technology of underwater robotics research. Campers will build a ROV (remotely operated vehicle), snorkel, kayak, SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board), seine, and participate in inquiry-based labs.

Overnight Camps Beckwith Summer Camp (ad on page 27)

10400 Beckwith Lane, Fairhope  251-928-7844; www.beckwithal.com James Lawrence, Summer Camp Director 251-616-2162; james@beckwithal.com Summer Camp Sessions begin May 29, 2016 – August 2, 2016. Check in is between 3:00pm – 5:00pm. Check Out is between 9:00am – 10:00am. Sessions fill quickly. Join us for spiritual growth, and memoryfilled summers through Summer Camp. Our camp sits among sweet gum trees and beautiful grasslands alongside the shores of Weeks Bay in Baldwin County. First time campers are encouraged to attend with a parent. Beckwith offers training camps, overnight camps, family camp and sailing camps for grades 1st – 12th. For detailed descriptions of camp sessions, rates, photos, and registration information, visit our website under summer camps.

Camp Walkabout (ad on page 21)

171 Baylor School Road, Chattanooga, Tennessee 423-267-8506, ext. 827; badams@baylorschool.org; www.baylorschool.org/summer Camp Walkabout is the no-experience-necessary avenue to all things outdoors. Campers will climb the world renowned Tennessee wall sandstone one day, explore the amazing underground world of a cave the next and paddleboard the mighty Tennessee River Gorge another. Camp Walkabout optimizes every day to find new adventures, leadership opportunities and friendships that will last a lifetime. Camp Walkabout truly is the most fun a camper can have in the summer! Check us out at: http://www. baylorschool.org/summer/overnight-camps/campwalkabout/index.aspx

Riverview Camp for Girls (ad on page 3)

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4-H Summer Camp – Camp Timpoochee

4750 Timpoochee Lane, Niceville, 850-475-5230 escambia.ifas.ufl.edu/4h/4-h-summer-camp Providing outdoor adventures, trained camp staff, supervisory counselors, and a week of fun in a safe and positive environment full of fun and challenge. Camp Timpoochee has access to both fresh and saltwater for fun and learning. Skills that all kids and adults need, such as getting along with others, consideration for those around you and doing your part, will be experienced at camp. Campers assume full responsibility for their cabin and compete for the daily clean cabin award as well as help with dining room chores and general camp chores in a team atmosphere. The date for camp this year is July 5-9, 2016 for ages 8-13. 2016 camp fees are $197 for the week.

Camp O’ the Pines

10031 Highway 29, North, Molino 850-479-6555; www.campopines.com Set in the wooded hills of Escambia County, Camp o’ the Pines provides wholesome fun and recreation for campers ages 8–12. This one-of-a-kind overnight camp fills each week with countless opportunities for having fun and learning skills, offering swimming, volleyball, archery, marksmanship, table tennis, canoeing, paddleboats, water slides, and more. Campers can even get a bird’s-eye view of camp as they soar through the air on zip lines. Camp o’ the Pines also teaches Bible truths to lead youth to knowledge of Christ. Camp dates for 2016: Week 1 - June 19–25, Week 2 - June 26–July 2, Week 3 - July 10–16, Week 4 - July 17–23 and Week 5 July 24–30.

Teen Extreme Youth Camp

Pensacola Christian College 850-969-1555; www.teenextremecamp.com An exciting, affordable summer camp for church youth groups and teens on a Chrisitan College Campus. Some of the exciting activities include rock wall climbing, basketball, music, paintball, water park fun, ice skating, racquetball, swimming, Segway tours and more! This summer also hosts some dynamic speakers. Youth Group rate is $130 per camper/sponsor and individual rate is $175/camper. Registration fee is $50 ($25 if registered by April 15). For more information or to register, visit our website.

U.S. Space Camp and Aviation Challenge

One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL  256-837-3400 or 800-637-7223; www.spacecamp. com/sc; camps@rocketcenter.com Come experience an out-of-this-world adventure at U.S. Space Camp! Aviation Challenge, robotics camp and space camp is offered year round. Camps are available for fourth grade through high school-age students. Weekend camps also available. Visit our website for dates, and registration. **Please Note** Greater Pensacola Parents makes every attempt to list the correct information regarding dates, times, etc. However, some events may change after the deadline for publication. Please check to be sure the event you choose is correct before attending. Hosting a camp that is not listed here? Submit your camp to our online directory by visiting www. GreaterPensacolaParents.com.

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Arcadia Mill Archaeological Site Largest 19th-century water-powered industrial complex in northwest Florida. This site was the location of a multi-faceted operation that included a water-powered sawmill, a lumber mill with planing and lathing machines, gristmill, bucket and pail factory, shingle mill, cotton textile mill, and even an experimental silk cultivation operation. The Arcadia Mill complex also included many other structures and industries, which all came together to produce Florida’s largest antebellum industrial complex. Arcadia Mill offers an historical experience as well as the opportunity to visit a unique wetland ecosystem. After a trip to the Visitor Center and Museum, visitors can enjoy a leisurely walk on an elevated boardwalk through the archaeological remains of the mills, across Mill Pond Creek and through the swamps associated with this historic water-powered operation. Guided tours offered. Arcadia Mill and Visitor Center are open for free, Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Arcadia Mill is located at 5709 Mill Pond Lane in Milton. For more info, call Laura at (850) 626-3084 or visit http:// www.historicpensacola.org/. Big Lagoon State Park This park separates the mainland from Perdido Key and the Gulf of Mexico. Natural areas, such as saltwater marshes and pine flatwoods, attract a wide variety of birds, while the beaches, shallow bays, nature trails and open woodlands offer opportunities for nature study. Crabbing in the shallow waters of Big Lagoon is a popular activity. The West Beach picnic area is shaded by pines and oaks. Located on Gulf Beach Hwy. at Bauer Road. Vehicle passes are $6 daily. City/County Parks Pensacola offers more than 90 parks within the city, two seasonal swimming pools, and 58 playground structures. From active parks with ball fields, playground equipment and picnic facilities to passive parks with benches and some of the best scenery in town, we have it all. Call Park and Recreation at (850) 436-5670 for details. Florida Public Archaeology Network Resource Center Providing interactive hands-on displays and shipwreck artifacts, experience 500 years of European history and 10,000 years of Native American history. Walk the Colonial Archaeological Trail that stretches from Ferdinand Plaza to Seville Square in downtown Pensacola and covers the area where the British Fort of Pensacola once stood. The partial reconstruction of Fort George, an advanced redoubt on a hill overlooking downtown Pensacola on what is now Palafox St., is also part of the trail. All of the trailside exhibits relate to features that were part of British Pensacola. Free. Open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call (850) 595-0050 for details. Florida’s Gulfarium 1010 Miracle Strip Pky. SE, Fort Walton Beach. Adults (ages 11 and over): $18.75 seniors (ages 62 and over): $16.75 children (ages 3-10) $11. Ages 2 and under are free when accompanied by a parent paying the regular rate. Call (850) 243-9046 for more info.

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Gulf Breeze Zoo 50 acres and hundreds of animals living in the lush surroundings of plants and trees. Take a safari train ride through the preserve and visit the petting zoo. Open daily from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. rain or shine. Call (850) 932-2229. Historic Forts Located on Santa Rosa Island, Fort Pickens is the largest of four forts built to defend Pensacola Bay and its Navy yard. The fort was completed in 1834 and used until the 1940s. Ranger-guided tours at 2 p.m.; seven-day vehicle pass is $8. Aboard NAS, Fort Barrancas sits on a bluff overlooking the entrance to Pensacola Bay. The natural advantages of this location have inspired engineers of three nations to build forts. Ranger-guided tours 2 p.m. No cost. The Advanced Redoubt was designed to support Barrancas in this second role by anchoring a line across the neck of the peninsula. Aboard NAS, the Advanced Redoubt of Fort Barrancas was built between 1845 and 1870 as part of a defensive network for the Pensacola It is unique among the American forts at Pensacola in being designed solely for resisting an infantry assault. Ranger-guided tours Saturday at 11 a.m., no charge. On North Palafox, a small park preserves a portion of the site of old Fort George. Built by the British when they occupied the city from 1763-1781, the fort was a major target during the Battle of Pensacola, one of the least-known yet most significant battles of the American Revolution. No charge. Historic Pensacola Trolley Tour 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Enjoy a 50-minute narrated tour of the historic area of Downtown Pensacola, the “City of Five Flags.” Hear about the first settlement of 1559 followed by permanent colonization in 1698. The trolley will leave from the Pensacola Visitor’s Center at the foot of Three Mile Bridge (1401 E Gregory Street). Make your online tour reservations at beachbumtrolley.com/ or call us at (850) 941-2876. Tours are limited to 36 passengers. National Flight Academy Self-supporting, tuition-based educational program for grades 7-12. A variety of overnight sessions are available. Ambition combines the love of game-playing with the thrill of aviation-fueled missions. Ambition Program dates: June 17-22, 24-29, July 8-13, 15-20, 22-27, July 29-Aug.3, Aug. 5-10. Cost: $1,250. Check out group incentives through Ambition Boost. Visit www.natflight. com for details. National Naval Aviation Museum Located aboard Naval Air Station Pensacola, this historic treasure boasts more than 150 restored aircraft, hands-on exhibits and more than 4,000 artifacts. Ride in a motion-based or Top Gun Air Combat simulator, have fun with the ultimate seven-story giant screen movie experience in the IMAX Theatre and dine in the Cubi Bar Café, an exhibit in itself. Enjoy a restful “time-out” while the kids enjoy the Kiddie Carrier. Free admission, free tours inside the Museum and on the flight line. Visit www.navalaviationmuseum.org/.

Panhandle Butterfly House Simply enjoy the elegant flight of the butterfly, delight in their brilliant colors and become immersed in the fragrances and beauty of the flowers. See for yourself the butterfly life cycle, our butterfly nursery, and butterflies in flight. There is a notable collection of mounted butterflies from around the world. We are located at the foot of the Navarre Bridge on Highway 98 in Navarre. Open to the public Thursday through Sunday, spring through fall. Call (850) 623-3868. Pensacola Children’s Museum Located in the 1885 Arbona Building, the PCM brings history to life for children 12 months to 12 years. The first-floor Discovery Gallery recreates Colonial Pensacola with the Lavalle Cottage, a fort, a trading post, and a ship. The second floor is geared for older children to age 12 with interactive and interpretive exhibits. The Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission to the historic Pensacola complex including the Pensacola Children’s Museum, the T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum, and Historic Pensacola Village is $6/adults, $5/AAA, senior 65+, active military and dependents, and $3/ children 3-15. Tickets are good for one week from purchase. For more info, visit www.historicpensacola. org or call (850) 595-1559. Pensacola Historic Village The historic village consists of 27 properties on the National Register Historic District. Eleven are interpreted facilities that are open to the public TuesdaySaturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Guided tours are offered of our historic homes and buildings three times daily, and last approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. Visitors receive an in-depth tour of the 1805 French-Creole Lavalle House, the 1871 Dorr House, the 1832 Old Christ Church, and the 1890 Lear-Rocheblave House. Tours are subject to change due to renovation and repair, so please call for the most current and updated information. Adult ticket - $6/child (ages 3-15) - $3 discount ticket (senior citizens 65+, active military and dependents, AAA member) - $5. Call the Tivoli High House Store at (850) 595-5993 or our administrative office at (850) 595-5985. Tickets provide admission to Historic Pensacola Village, the Pensacola Children’s Museum and the T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum and are good for one week from date of purchase. Pensacola Lighthouse and Museum

Climbing tours offered of the landmark 1859 lighthouse. Climb the 177 steps to see the most breathtaking view of Pensacola Bay. The Lighthouse, situated on Pensacola Bay across from the Naval Aviation Museum, offers indoor and outdoor history exhibits, gift shop, Light of the Moon Tours, Ghost Hunts, weddings and special events. Tower-top tour restrictions: climbers must be 44” or taller, no flipflops or spike-heeled shoes. Smoking, food & drink, pets and wet clothing are not permitted on tour or in the museum. Pensacola Lighthouse and Museum: $5 for adults, $3 for children 7-11. Admission includes

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Americans killed or missing in Southeast Asia. Beautiful, yet somber, the park also includes a World War I Memorial (relocated to the park from downtown Pensacola), a World War II Memorial, a monument dedicated to the World War II Submarine Lifesaving League, a Vietnam-era HU-1M Huey helicopter, and a Children of Vietnam Veterans memorial. The park is located in a triangle between Bayfront Parkway, Romana Street and 9th Avenue.

Classes

Community Education

Babysitter Class This class is open to youth from ages 11-15 for $30 (lunch is not provided). All participants receive an American Heart Association Family & Friends CPR Card, plus a Sacred Heart Hospital Babysitting Certificate. Classes are held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Greenhut Auditorium at Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola. Pre-registration is required. Call (850) 416-7262. Course provided by Sacred Heart Education.

Diabetes

Sacred Heart’s Diabetes Education Program offers individual and group instruction to help patients gain knowledge to control their disease, avoid complications and teach or enhance skills for a healthier life. Our Certified Diabetes Educators (CDEs) include registered nurses and registered dietitians. For more information or to register for a class, please call (850) 416-7261. Classes include: •Continuous Glucose Monitor application and training Professional and Personal •Diabetes and Pregnancy offered weekly for women with Type 2 diabetes or gestational diabetes. Individual counseling is also offered for pregnant women with Type 1 diabetes. Please complete our Patient Questionnaire form here. Bring this form to your appointment or e-mail to Diabetes-scheduling@ shhpens.org. •Insulin Pump Training Comprehensive training and Carbohydrate counting •Insulin Training Skills training on equipment use, an understanding of insulins and Hypoglycemia •Living Well with Diabetes course for adults with diabetes and their family members. •Pre-Pump Training Discussion of benefits of pump and insulin pump limitations.

Baptist Hospital, Prenatal Classroom, 3rd Floor. Usually held first Saturdays of most months, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Beginning Breastfeeding – This class teaches how breastfeeding works, the best way to start, and what choices will result in a rewarding breastfeeding experience. Prepared Childbirth – This class prepares you and your partner for the labor and delivery journey by understanding the process and offering coping skills. Sibling Class (Ages 3 to 8) This class helps you prepare your children for the arrival of the new member of the family! $10 per child per class. Baptist Hospital, Prenatal Classroom, 3rd Floor. Tours of Baptist Hospital, 3rd Floor, Labor and Delivery Unit Please call (850) 434-4874 to reserve your tour time. Tours are available Mondays and Fridays, 5:30 p.m. Sacred Heart Hospital offers a variety of prenatal education classes designed to help parents-to-be prepare for their special day and for the days that follow back home with the new baby. From preparing for childbirth to infant care and breastfeeding support, you’ll find the program you’re looking for. Registration is required for all classes and is offered conveniently online. For any questions about classes, your pregnancy experience or caring for your newborn, please call The Nesting Place Women’s Boutique at (850) 416-6378 (NEST) or visit www.sacred-heart.org/SHHP/Childbirth/Main/ Guidance/?ID=986. Breastfeeding The American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes breastfeeding as the best method of feeding and nurturing infants. Breastfeeding provides vitamins, nutrients and disease-fighting substances your baby needs. This two-hour class, taught by one of Sacred Heart Hospital’s lactation consultants, teaches techniques for breastfeeding success and addresses common concerns to make your experience as smooth as possible. Cost is $20 per couple. For your convenience, this class is offered monthly on Monday

Prenatal & Childbirth

Baptist Women’s Center offers you choices to tailor your experience from early pregnancy to months following your baby’s birth. Our experienced team of nurses and educators are specially trained to make your birthing experience one of a kind. To register or for more info about our classes, call (850) 434-4567 or visit www. ebaptisthealthcare.org/ContentDocuments/MotherBaby/Baptist_Babies_Classes_Registration_2016.pdf. Baby Care Basics – Two-class series walks you through what to expect in the hospital and at home. A key milestones guide will be given to monitor baby’s growth and needs and how to meet them. Baptist Birth Experience – Overview of the Baptist Women’s Center, tour and epidural video. FREE.

evenings and Saturday mornings. To see a list of upcoming dates, visit www.sacred-heart.org/SHHP/ Childbirth/Main/Guidance/?ID=986. Infant/Child CPR Course This class is open to new parents, family members and friends who will be caring for a baby or young child. Classes are held every Tuesday from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fee is $22 per person and pre-registration is required. To register, please call the Sacred Heart Education Department at (850) 416-7264. This class is an orientation to CPR and is not a certifying or credentialing course. “My Family’s Growing” Sibling Class This class prepares soon-to-be siblings - ages 3

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FamilyCalendar through 10 – for the arrival of a new baby in their family. Our sibling class includes a complete tour of the Maternity & Women’s Center of Sacred Heart Hospital. Cost is $10 per child. To see a list of upcoming dates, visit www.sacred-heart.org/SHHP/ Childbirth/Main/Guidance/?ID=986. Newborn Parenting This class strives to prepare parents in caring for their new bundle of joy, from birth through the first few weeks at home. Newborn Parenting is taught by experienced nurses from Sacred Heart Hospital’s mother-baby unit, and a local pediatrician will be available to answer questions during a portion of the class. Cost is $20 per couple. To see a list of upcoming dates, visit www.sacred-heart.org/SHHP/ Childbirth/Main/Guidance/?ID=986. Prepared Childbirth Classes Designed to help prepare you and your partner for the birthing process – including tips to make you more comfortable during labor – Prepared Childbirth Classes are taught by experienced obstetrics nurses and include a tour of the Maternity and Women’s Center. Cost is $50 per couple. This course is offered in two different formats to meet your scheduling and educational needs: •As a four-week series, especially designed for firsttime moms. •As a one-day class, ideal for moms who have had children before and are looking for a refresher course in the delivery experience. To see a list of upcoming dates, visit www.sacredheart.org/SHHP/Childbirth/Main/Guidance/?ID=986. Tours Tours of Sacred Heart Hospital’s Maternity & Women’s Center will give soon-to-be moms an idea of what to expect during your stay at the hospital, including where to go, where to park and what to bring when you arrive for the delivery of your baby. Partners are welcome and encouraged to attend. To see a list of upcoming dates, visit www.sacred-heart. org/SHHP/Childbirth/Main/Guidance/?ID=986. West Florida Hospital understands that giving birth is a family affair, and we encourage the involvement of family and friends in the birth process. For more information about The Family Birthplace or childbirth classes at West Florida Hospital, call (850) 494-4368. Breastfeeding Classes Participants learn the anatomy of the breast, valuable benefits of breastfeeding, diet for the pregnant and postpartum mother, common concerns and breastfeeding techniques, pumping/storage of breast milk, bonding and skin-to-skin. For more information, call Jeannie Connolly, CNM, Director of Perinatal Services, at (850) 494-4364 or visit http://westfloridahospital.com/service/childbirth-preparation. Childbirth Preparation - 4 Week Series Class provides essential research based information to help new parents be better prepared for their own birth experience. Parents will learn about the stages of labor through innovative 3D animation, how the birth process unfolds using real birth stories, helpful partner support tips, what to expect from common medical procedures, and much more. Content includes: pregnancy, labor, birth stories, comfort techniques, medical procedures, cesarean birth, newborns, and postpartum. For more info, call Jeannie Connolly, CNM, Director of Perinatal Services, at (850) 494-4364 or visit http://westfloridahospital. com/service/childbirth-preparation. Childbirth Preparation Express Classes This 4-hour class provides essential research based information to help new parents be better prepared for their own birth experience. Parents will learn about the stages of labor through innovative 3D animation, how the birth process unfolds using real birth stories, helpful partner support tips, what to expect from common medical procedures, and much more. Content includes: pregnancy, labor, birth stories, comfort techniques, medical procedures,

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cesarean birth, newborns, and postpartum. For more info, call Jeannie Connolly, CNM, Director of Perinatal Services, at (850) 494-4364 or visit http://westfloridahospital.com/service/childbirth-preparation.

Support Groups Cancer

Gulf Coast Wings of Hope, Inc. Support Group Supporting families of children with blood disorders and cancer. Anyone with a friend or family member who has been stricken with a form of childhood cancer or blood disorder is welcome. All meetings will be held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6:308:00 p.m. in Conference Room A of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart. More details can be found at www.wingsofhopeinc.org. Prostate Cancer Self Help Group This group sponsored by the American Cancer Society is designed to educate and support men facing prostate cancer. Meets the first Saturday of the month at Sacred Heart Hospital, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Call 438-4491. Sacred Heart Cancer Center Sacred Heart provides emotional support and education for cancer patients and their families through a variety of support groups. For more infor, visit the Cancer Center Support Groups website or call (850) 416-2679.

Grief Support

GriefShare The Sacred Heart Palliative Care department provides a free, 13-week Grief Support Group for adults who have lost a loved one. The meetings are in the Palliative Care department, located in Suite 201 of the Bayou Tower on Sacred Heart’s Pensacola campus. The public may use the free valet parking at the hospital’s Bayou Tower entrance, which faces Bayou Blvd. For class dates and times and for registration information, call Kerri Riggs, LCSW, at (850) 416-7705. Grief Support Group for Adults Sacred Heart Hospital and Covenant Hospice partner to provide a free, six-week Grief Support Group for adults who have lost a loved one. The meetings are in the Palliative Care Department, located in Suite 201 of the Heart & Vascular Institute on Sacred Heart’s Pensacola campus. The public may use the free valet parking at the hospital’s main entrance, which faces Ninth Avenue. A representative will meet participants in the hospital lobby and direct them to the meeting room. For class dates and times and for registration information, call Paula Butler at (850) 202-0345.

Illness Support

Alzheimer’s Support Group West Florida Hospital - West Florida Rehab - Community Rooms A & B, 8383 North Davis Highway, Pensacola. For meeting dates and times, call (850) 494-3212 or visit https://westfloridahospital.secure.ehc.com/ calendar/index.dot. Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) Support Group First Mondays @ 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Ever’man’s in the community education room. Complimentary. The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America offers a local support group where patients, family members, and caregivers can connect to others living with these digestive diseases in order to discuss the latest in research, offer educational resources, seek emotional support, exchange disease management tips, and enjoy a sense of solidarity with people in the community who also suffer from inflammatory bowel disease. For more info, visit http://everman.org/event/crohns-andcolitis-foundation-of-america-ccfa-2/.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group West Florida Hospital - West Florida Rehab - Community Rooms A & B, 8383 North Davis Highway, Pensacola. Refreshments will be served. Usually held second Fridays, 1-2 p.m. To verify meeting dates and times, call (850) 494-3212 or visit https://westfloridahospital.secure.ehc.com/calendar/index.dot.

Parent Support

Baptist Mommy & Me Baptist Hospital, Prenatal Classroom, 3rd Floor. Support group for moms with babies up to six months old. For more info, call (850) 434-4567. Every other Thursday, 10 a.m. to noon, beginning with January 7. Mommy & Me Support Group The group meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon in Classroom C/D of Sacred Heart Hospital, located at 5151 N. Ninth Ave. in Pensacola. This free support group provides mothers with an opportunity to share experiences, gain support and develop friendships. A lactation consultant from the Sacred Heart Maternity & Women’s Center will be present to answer questions and offer advice. Baby weight checks are offered at each meeting. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required for each class session. For more info about this class or your parenting experience, please call The Nesting Place Women’s Boutique at 850416-6378 (NEST) or visit www.sacred-heart.org/ childbirth. Pensacola Parents of Multiples Meets the second Thursday of each month at Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. in Conference Rooms C & D, which are located in a hallway between The Children’s Hospital and the Cafeteria. Parking is available in the 9th Avenue Parking garage and in the lot in front of The Children’s Hospital. If you are expecting or already blessed with multiples, you are encouraged to get free, helpful information. We offer a support network, social activities for children and parents, library, and more. For more info, e-mail PensacolaParentsofMultiples@hotmail.com

Special Needs

Children With Attention Deficit Disorders (CHADD) Support Group For families of children with attention deficit disorders. To find a local group, please visit www. chadd.org/.

This Month Friday, April 1

Pensacola Museum of Art Preschool Art & Storytime 10-11 a.m. first Fridays monthly. Introduce the littlest artists (3-5 years old) to the world of art through storybooks and fun art projects. Each month highlights a different book about an artist or art movement and is followed by a creative and exciting project in our classroom. $5/members and $8/non-members per class. Register at www. pensacolamuseum.org.

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FamilyCalendar honor of Child Abuse Awareness month. A virtual run allows participants to track mileage over time and run anywhere they’d like. Registration is online and participants collect a bib and medal upon completion. All proceeds from this race will benefit From Blue to Better, a regional awareness campaign for child abuse prevention during April. The event begins on April 1, but you have the entire month to complete your distance. For more info, visit https:// frombluetobetter.redpodium.com/fbtbvirtualrun2016. Water Circus Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Highway. A cirque variety show featuring a 35,000 gallon water tank stage and performers from around the world! See a contortionist who is able to bend her body in ways you would never imagine; a crazy clown plunging off the diving board; and a laserman who will cause explosions with his laser guns. For more info, call (941) 704-8572 or visit http:// cirqueitalia.com/. Friday performance is at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 2

A Bark to Remember 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Community Maritime Park. A petfriendly event to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Please call (850) 430-0164 for more information. Debby’s Kitchen (Cooking Class) 10 a.m.-noon. Ever’man Educational Center, 315 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. This is a cooking class for the novice cook at any age! This class will be educational, fun and offer some basic knife and sauce skills to appeal to anyone. Bon Appetit! $10 for members/$15 for nonmembers. Call (850) 433-5353 ext. 10 or visit http://everman.org/event/debbys-kitchencooking-class/. Palafox Market 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. Fresh produce, live plants, baked goods, fine art, and antiques are just a few of the items offered by vendors at Palafox Market in Downtown Pensacola. Items originate directly from onsite vendors who grow, make, or create the fruits, vegetables, herbs, and art for sale. For more info, visit www.palafoxmarket.com. Pensacola Chocolate Fest Noon-3 p.m. at Cordova Mall. Chocolate Fest is in its 13th year and has become a signature fundraiser for Gulf Coast Kids House. Our goal for the 2016 Chocolate Fest is to raise $30,000. For more info, visit www. pensacolachocolatefest.com. Sensational Saturdays Presents Read the Show: Lit-Skits for Kids, by Kids 3-4 p.m. Pensacola Library, 239 N Spring St., Pensacola. Join this group of IB students from Pensacola High School as they present a series of hysterical skits designed to make you laugh and foster a deeper love of reading. Call (850) 436-5060 or visit http:// mywfpl.com/event/sensational-saturdays-presentsread-the-show-lit-skits-for-kids-by-kids/?instance_ id=13264.

Breastfeeding Class 10 a.m.-noon. Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola – Greenhut Auditorium, 5151 N. 9th Avenue. This twohour class, taught by one of Sacred Heart Hospital’s lactation consultants, teaches techniques for breastfeeding success and addresses common concerns to make your experience as smooth as possible. Partners are welcome and encouraged to attend. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. Cost is $20 per couple. Scholarships are available. For more info about this class or your pregnancy experience, please call (850) 416-6378 (NEST) or visit www.sacredheart.org/childbirth. 10th Annual BIG Autism Puzzle Piece Tennis Tournament 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Roger Scott Tennis Center, 2130 Summit Blvd., Pensacola. $40 Player Entry fee receives Free Lunch, T-shirt and Goodie Bag valued at $40. There will be raffles, door prizes, a silent auction and more. All money raised will provide scholarships for children in need of biomedical intervention. Help support Autism Awareness. Call (850) 516-3885 or visit http://www.bigautism.com/. Pensacola Symphony Orchestra Presents Russian Spectacular 7:30 p.m. at Pensacola Saenger Theatre, 118 Palafox Place. Peter Rubardt, conductor; Yevgeny Kutik, violin. For tickets or more info, call (850) 4352533 or visit www.pensacolasymphony.com/. Water Circus Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Highway. Saturday performances are at 1:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. For more info, see April 1. Pensacola JazzFest 2016 Arts & Crafts Seville Square in historic downtown Pensacola. See April 1 for details. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents The Cabaret Vegas Style 7 p.m. Cabaret 2016 is going VEGAS! Come enjoy casino games, drinks, entertainment, a silent auction, and more! Tickets are $50. Tickets are limited, so get yours early. Visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com.

Sunday, April 3

Trivia Trek 10 a.m.-3 p.m. every Sunday, at the Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. Bring your family, bring your pets! 1.5 mile walk with 12 trivia questions will be posted. Ballots are $2 each and all proceeds are donated to the Community Center After School Program and local animal shelters. For more info, call Cissi at (850) 393-4605. Casino Beach Farmers Market 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Sunday farmers market will be held on the Casino Beach Boardwalk, Pensacola. For more info, contact Daniel Dugan at (850) 490-3729.

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Flicks on the Field every Saturday night in April, a community event showing newly-released movies on the fields of the Pace Athletic and Recreation Association Football Complex. The movie series will kick off at sunset April 2, with the first film tentatively set as “Kung Fu Panda 3.” For more info, visit www. facebook.com/events/475233676015498/.

Pensacola JazzFest 2016 Arts & Crafts Seville Square in historic downtown Pensacola. See April 1 for details. Flicks on the Field: Kung Fu Panda 3 7-8:30 p.m. PARA Football Complex, 3536 Limbaugh Lane, Pace. Santa Rosa County is bringing back

Water Circus Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Highway. Sunday performances are at 2:30 and 5:30 p.m. For more info, see April 1.

The Hit Men...Featuring the Former Stars of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons 7 p.m. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox Pl., Pensacola. During this multi-media production, The Hit Men will regale you with stories about what it was like on the road and in recording sessions with Frankie, Tommy, Carly, Cat, Jim and Elton. Relive the glory days of rock and roll with The Hit Men. You’ll leave the theatre saying “Oh, What a Night!” For tickets or more info, visit www.pensacolasaenger.com/ or call (850) 595-3880.

Monday, April 4

Cat’s Cooking: Seed to Table 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Ever’man Educational Center, 315 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. Join our gardener, Cat McCreery, for a cooking class featuring fresh harvest from our community garden. Learn to prepare and sample a salad with or without animal protein, utilizing fresh from the garden herbs and flowers. This cooking demonstration is free and participants will be able try various samples during this class. Call (850) 433-5353 ext. 10 or visit http://everman.org/ event/cats-cooking-seed-to-table-2/.

Tuesday, April 5

Bands on the Beach Pensacola Beach’s traditional outdoor event is back! The free concert series is held each Tuesday night from 7-9 p.m. until October 25. Organized by the Santa Rosa Island Authority, this event is open to the public and located at the Gulfside Pavilion on Casino Beach. Spectators are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets; however, pets and glass are prohibited. April 5 band is Déjà vu. For more info, call the SRIA at (850) 932-2257, visit www.visitpensacolabeach. com or tune to Cat Country 98.7 for the latest updates. Market in the Breeze 4-8 p.m. every Tuesday evening, Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. Come shop the huge selection of more than 50 area vendors, at fair market prices. Grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks or other hot food vendors. Find local produce, milk, eggs, meat or baked goods. Shop local artists and crafters for the perfect gift. For more info, visit www.marketinthebreeze.com. Afterschool Art Club for K-1 3:30-5 p.m. Tuesdays through May 3. This class will take students through the entire creative process from planning and development to implementation and creation. NEW STUDENTS ARE ACCEPTED THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER! Cost: $150/members and $175/non-members per semester (Sliding scale available for late sign-ups). Register at www. pensacolamuseum.org. Story Sprouts 10 a.m.-noon. Ever’man Educational Center, 315 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. Children ages 3-5 are invited to do arts & crafts, make a snack and have story time. The classes are creative and have an organic, environmental and local twist. Price: Complimentary. Call (850) 433-5353 ext. 10 or visit http://everman.org/event/storysprouts-7/.

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FamilyCalendar Blue Angels Practice 11:30 a.m. National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. FREE admission. The outside viewing area for the Blue Angels practice is located on the Museum Flight Line north of the Museum. Signs are posted to direct visitors to viewing and parking locations, including limited parking for handicapped visitors. 100% ID check for all visitors 18 years old and over to access the museum flight line to view Blue Angel practice. Call (850) 452-3604 or visit www.navalaviationmuseum.org/.

Wednesday, April 6

Afterschool Art Club for Grades 2-5 3:30-5 p.m. Wednesdays through May 4. This class will take students through the entire creative process from planning and development to implementation and creation. NEW STUDENTS ARE ACCEPTED THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER! Cost: $150/members and $175/non-members per semester (Sliding scale available for late sign-ups). Register at www.pensacolamuseum.org. The Illusionists - Live from Broadway 5:30 p.m. Saenger Theatre, 118 South Palafox Place, Pensacola. This mind-blowing spectacular showcases the jaw-dropping talents of illusionists who have shattered box office records across the globe and dazzled audiences of all ages with a mix of outrageous and astonishing acts. For more info or tickets, visit http:// events.pnj.com/pensacola/events/. Blue Angels Practice 11:30 a.m. National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see April 5.

Thursday, April 7

Howliday 2016 - The Greyt Gatsby Quality Inn Gulf Breeze. Greyhound Pets of America Emerald Coast holds its 16th annual Hound Dog Howliday. The theme for this year’s function is “The Greyt Gatsby,” a 1920s Art Deco style celebration of the joys of greyhound adoption. Donations are tax deductible. For more info, call Lois Phillips at (850) 865-2887, Cathy Streeter at (850) 261-3834 or e-mail biz@gpaec.com. Pensacola Symphony Orchestra Presents 2016 Symphony Gala 6 p.m., Crowne Plaza Grande Hotel. An evening of fine dining and cabaret-style entertainment featuring talented Cuban jazz singer and pianist Tony DeSare. Tickets include a cocktail reception, silent auction, formal dinner, live auction and performance by Tony DeSare. All proceeds support PSO’s community engagement and educational activities. For tickets or more info, call (850) 435-2533 or visit www.pensacolasymphony.com/. Christopher’s Concerts 6-8 p.m. Lawn of St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, 3200 N 12th Ave., Pensacola. Featuring some of the

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best musical talent in Northwest Florida! Admission is free, and concessions are available, or bring your own! We invite you to join us for great family fun. Bring your lawn chairs! Check out the band line-up at www.scpen.org/christophers-concerts.html or call (850) 292-3254 for more info. Homeschool Workshop 10 a.m.-noon. Pensacola MESS Hall. Join us all spring for special themed programs just for homeschool families! In addition, our staff will present programs like our stage shows aligned with activities suitable for a range of ages, so bring the whole family. $8/$10 member/nonmember per student; chaperones are free. Preregistration is required; space is limited. April 7 topic is “Computer Science/Robotics Unplugged.” Visit http://www.pensacolamesshall. org/2016/homeschool-workshops-spring-2016/ for details and registration. La Leche League 10 a.m.-noon. Ever’man Educational Center, 315 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. Our mission is to help mothers breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information, and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother. Call (850) 433-5353 ext. 10 or visit http://everman.org/event/ la-leche-league-2/.

Friday, April 8

Howliday 2016 - The Greyt Gatsby Quality Inn Gulf Breeze. See April 7 for details. Timeless Vintage Market “Holiday Show” Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Hwy. More than 100 vendors with unique finds such as vintage, shabby chic, antiques, distressed, retro, handcrafted, quaint, chippy, rusty, industrial, galvanized, architectural, urban & rural living, farm fresh and more. Call (850) 982-4549 or visit www. timelessvintagemarket.com/. Friday hours are 5-7 p.m. CAPC Head Start Community Awareness Carnival 4:30-6:30 p.m. The event will be held at two of our Head Start Centers, Gibson Head Start Center (710 N C St) and Molino Head Start Center (6460 North Highway 95A Molino) with set up beginning at 4 p.m. CAPC Head Start and Early Head Start provide comprehensive education, health, nutrition and parent involvement services to low-income children and their families. Our program serves expectant mothers and children birth to five years of age. For more info, visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/925584747537356/. Navarre High School Theatre Spring Musical: Disney’s The Little Mermaid 7 p.m. Pensacola State College Ashmore Auditorium 1000 College Blvd., Pensacola. For tickets and more info, visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/851524718298797/?active_tab=posts. Auditions for 24 Hour Theatre at Pensacola Little Theatre 7:30 p.m. Auditions are fun and full of laughter and improv. Directors and writers choose a cast from all comers, then create a play overnight. Actors come back Saturday morning for scenework and rehearsals all day, then put on a show Saturday night, April 9, at 7:30...literally 24 hours later. A great but exhausting day, but you can’t play unless you audition! Visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com.

Saturday, April 9

Howliday 2016 - The Greyt Gatsby Quality Inn Gulf Breeze. See April 7 for details.

Flicks on the Field: The Good Dinosaur 7-8:30 p.m. PARA Football Complex, 3536 Limbaugh Lane, Pace. For details, see April 2. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents 24 Hour Theatre: Spring 7:30 p.m. Six one-act plays cast, written, directed and performed within 24 hours. Visit www. pensacolalittletheatre.com. 17th Annual Pensacola Kids Fishing Clinic 9 a.m.-noon; Community Maritime Park. Each kid ages 4-14 goes through five stations and learns knot tying, good angling, where fish live, tackle, and casting. Upon completing these stations they receive a free t-shirt , a free rod and reel, and a free bucket with fishing rules/regs and lots of other free stuff. We have volunteers, baiting hooks, and dehooking caught fish. Bait is free. For more info, visit http:// www.pensacola.fish/KFC. Ghost Hunt at Pensacola Lighthouse 8 p.m. 2081 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. Join us for a ghost hunt in the historic 1869 Keeper’s Quarters and see if our ghosts are willing to meet you. Bring your own equipment or share ours (some items available for purchase in the Gift Shop before tours commence.) Tours are two hours in duration. This tour DOES include a trip to the top of the Lighthouse for a look across Pensacola Bay, weather permitting. We recommend this tour for children 12 and over only. Call (850) 393-1561 or visit www.pensacolalighthouse.org/. Puzzle Pieces Tennis Tournament 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Roger Scott Tennis Center. This oneday Men’s and Women’s doubles event will benefit the B.I.G. Autism Foundation. Monthly Bay Bluffs Park Cleanup Come join the Scenic Highway Foundation, Ocean Hour FL, Earth Ethics, and the City of Pensacola the 2nd Second Saturday of the Month at Bay Bluffs Park from 9-10 a.m. for the Monthly Clean Up of Bay Bluffs Park, 3400 Scenic Hwy., at the corner of Summit Blvd. Sign-in is at 8:45 a.m. Don’t forget to bring water and sunscreen!

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Palafox Market 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. See April 2 for details. Pensacola Beach Firefighters Challenge Sponsored by Pensacola Sports, formerly Pensacola Sports Association. Partnering with the Escambia County and City of Pensacola Fire Departments, the event will test firefighters’ skills as they maneuver through a five-station course, all while running in the sand. The individual competition will run from 8 a.m.-noon and the team competition will be from noon-4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public to view the competition. In addition to the competition, multiple emergency vehicles (ladders, trucks, helicopter, boats, etc.) will be on display. For more info, visit www.pensacolasports.org/penbeachfirefighters or call the Pensacola Sports office at 434-2800. Timeless Vintage Market “Holiday Show” Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Hwy. Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. For details, see April 8. Pensacola Civic Band Presents “Sousa With a Twist” 7:30 p.m., Saenger Theatre. Join the Pensacola Civic Band and virtuoso euphoniumist Adam Fray for a concert featuring the music of the “American March King,” John Philip Sousa. The concert will feature classic marches and pieces written by Sousa and made popular throught the years. General admission $11.50. For more info, visit www.pensacolasaenger.com/.

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Wednesday, April 13

Howliday 2016 - The Greyt Gatsby Quality Inn Gulf Breeze. See April 7 for details.

Thursday, April 14

Gulf Coast Half Marathon Begins at 7 a.m. at Casino Beach Gulfside Pavilion, Pensacola Beach. Visit www.gulfcoasthalf.com for registration & details.

Friday, April 15

Trivia Trek 10 a.m.-3 p.m. every Sunday, at the Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see April 3.

Timeless Vintage Market “Holiday Show” Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Hwy. Sunday hours are 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more info, see April 8. Casino Beach Farmers Market 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more info, see April 3.

Tuesday, April 12

Bands on the Beach Emerald Coast Blues Brothers will perform. For more info, see April 5. Market in the Breeze 4-8 p.m., Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see April 5. Next Generation Homeschool Tuesday Sessions 1-3 p.m. Pensacola Museum of Art. Students cover the fundamental elements and principles of art. This comprehensive curriculum integrates art history and fundamental concepts with art projects in our studio. Each lesson is created to meet National Visual Arts Standards. Ages: 6-13 years old. Cost: $100/members and $125/non-members per semester. Registration available at www.pensacolamuseum.org/ Pensacola Blue Wahoos Baseball Team Kicks Off Spring Season Home Games Vs. Jacksonville 6:30 p.m. 301 W Main St, Pensacola. For tickets or more info, call (850) 934-8444 or visit www.milb. com/index.jsp?sid=t4124.

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Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast Luncheon 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on third Fridays. This program includes education segments, presentations by local business women and is designed to provide women with the resources and connections they need for personal and professional growth. Lunch provided. Hampton Inn & Suites, 61 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze. Visit www.powerfulwomengulfcoast.com or call Kolleen Chesley at (850) 529-0908. Star Gazing The Escambia Amateur Astronomers’ Association will offer FREE star gazing at the Gulfside Pavilion on Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m. Discover the greatness of the night sky on beautiful Pensacola Beach. Bamboo Willie’s Crawfish Festival 5 p.m. at Bamboo Willie’s located at 400 Quietwater Beach Road on the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk. For more info, visit bamboowillies.com. Gallery Night 5-9 p.m. Stroll through the charming brick walkways of downtown Pensacola to experience an eclectic array of local music, art and cuisine. Gallery Night is a free event and many businesses provide light refreshments. Visit downtownpensacola.com/ or call (850) 434-5371. Kids’ Night Out 6-9:30 p.m. Roger Scott Tennis, 2130 Summit Blvd, Pensacola. Come drop your kids off for an evening with tennis, food and fun! RSVP by noon Friday. RSVPs highly encouraged, but drop-ins always welcome! Same nights as Gallery Nights downtown throughout the year! Ages: 5-14. Cost: $20/child. Visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/940483482701653/ for more info.

Saturday, April 16 Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science 7:30 p.m. Saenger Theatre. Fans can expect all-new everything including songs, multimedia presentations, talk-show antics, and potentially dangerous food demonstrations. Brown has a knack for mixing together a perfect base of science, music and food into two hours of pure entertainment. For more info or tickets, visit www.pensacolasaenger.com/. Blue Angels Practice 11:30 a.m. National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see April 5.

Flicks on the Field: The Peanuts Movie 7-8:30 p.m. PARA Football Complex, 3536 Limbaugh Lane, Pace. For details, see April 2.

Christopher’s Concerts 6-8 p.m. Lawn of St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, 3200 N 12th Ave., Pensacola. See April 7 for details.

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Don’t Dress for Dinner 7:30 p.m. Bernard is planning a romantic weekend with his chic Parisian mistress while his wife is away. He has arranged for a Cordon Bleu Chef to prepare gourmet delights, and has invited his best friend, Robert, along to provide the alibi. He’ll be the perfect Prince Charming! It’s foolproof; what could possible go wrong? Rated PG-13. Visit www. pensacolalittletheatre.com/ for ticket info.

Blue Angels Practice 11:30 a.m. National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see April 5.

JDRF One Walk, Pensacola 8 a.m.-noon; Community Maritime Park. All funds raised will support type I diabetes research. Please call (904) 739-2102 for more information. Palafox Market 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. See April 2 for details. Star Gazing Gulfside Pavilion at 6 p.m. For details, see April 15. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Don’t Dress for Dinner 7:30 p.m. For details, see April 15.

The U.S. Finals Doors open at 7 a.m. Pensacola Bay Center, 201 East Gregory Street, Pensacola. The U.S. Finals is an end-of-the-year series of seven events aimed at crowning true champions in all divisions and levels of cheer and dance, giving teams a chance to see where they rank against other teams in their respective divisions from coast to coast and around the world! For more info, call (850) 432-0800. STEM Saturday: Robotics and Future Technology 9 a.m.-1 p.m. National Flight Academy. K-6th grade students will learn how the Navy and other industries use robots and the importance of robots in certain jobs. Then the class will be given a design challenge to create its own robot that can be used to help extinguish a fire. Additionally, these students will fly the X-47B in NFA’s simulators. Call (850) 4587836 or visit www.nationalflightacademy.com. Herb Walk with Theresa Finkbiener (Coyote Moon Herb Co.) 10 a.m.-noon. Old Thyme Remedies, 2475 E Nine Mile Rd, Ste E, Pensacola. Join us in identifying some wild growing herbs that are all around. You’ll be so surprised what those flowering little “weeds” can do for you. You’ll find out if any are edible and which ones you shouldn’t eat. Cost is $10 per person. (12 & under are free.) Visit www.facebook. com/events/810325242406424/. Saturday Studio Club: Ages 6-9 12:30-2:30 p.m. Pensacola Museum of Art. “Color, Value, Texture, Space, Shape, Line, and Form: The Seven Fundamental Elements of Art.” Join us for the last class in a series as we explore each element through discussion, practice, and fun art projects. Cost: $10/members and $15/nonmembers per class. Registration available at www. pensacolamuseum.org. Saturday Studio Club: Ages 10-13 3-5 p.m. See above listing for details. Blessed Star Montessori Christian School presents Annual Spring Festival 11am - 3pm at 9151 North Davis Highway, Pensacola. The afternoon will include games, face painting, pony rides, silent auction and a variety of businesses will have booths set up for shopping. For tickets or to rent a booth at the festival call 850-476-9208. This is a fundraiser for Blessed Star Montessori Christian School.

Sunday, April 17

Trivia Trek 10 a.m.-3 p.m. every Sunday, at the Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see April 3. The U.S. Finals Doors open at 7 a.m. Pensacola Bay Center, 201 East Gregory Street, Pensacola. For details, see April 16.

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FamilyCalendar Casino Beach Farmers Market 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more info, see April 3. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Don’t Dress for Dinner 2:30 p.m. For details, see April 15.

Tuesday, April 19

Bands on the Beach After Midnight will perform. For more information, see April 5.

Market in the Breeze 4-8 p.m., Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see April 5. Blue Angels Practice 11:30 a.m. National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see April 5. James Taylor and His All Star Band 8 p.m. Pensacola Bay Center, 201 East Gregory Street. As a recording and touring artist, James Taylor has touched people with his warm baritone voice and distinctive style of guitar-playing for more than 40 years, while setting a precedent to which countless young musicians have aspired. Call (850) 432-0800 or visit http://www.pensacolabaycenter.com/. Gulf Coast African American Chamber of Commerce G.A.I.N. Night 5:30 p.m. Pensacola Improv Center, 375 N. Pace Blvd. Resume’ reviews and career fair prep. Enjoy light refreshments and network. For more info, call (850) 438-3993 or visit www.gcaacc.info.

Wednesday, April 20

Blue Angels Practice 11:30 a.m. National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see April 5.

Thursday, April 21

Pink Ribbon Tennis Tournament Roger Scott Tennis Center. Pensacola’s favorite all-ladies tennis tournament! Always a weekend full of great tennis, food, silent auction and FUN! All proceeds stay in Pensacola to fund mammograms and treatments for women who can’t afford to pay for themselves. Artistic Expressions Workshop 9-10:30 a.m. URU Yoga and Beyond, 2400 Executive Plaza Rd, Pensacola. A fun, creative, and therapeutic workshop designed to promote self awareness, emotional health, and personal expression. Beginners welcome; all art materials provided. 90-minute workshop/ $40; every 4th Thursday. Limited seating; pre-register to reserve yours! Visit www.facebook. com/events/203320120006870/. Let it Be - A Celebration of the Music of The Beatles 7:30 p.m., Saenger Theatre. Relive the past from Ed Sullivan to Abbey Road, with favourite hits including

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Hard Day’s Night, Day Tripper, Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Twist and Shout, Get Back, I Wanna Hold Your Hand, Strawberry Fields, and imagine the reunion that never was… For tickets or more info, visit www.pensacolasaenger.com/ or call (850) 595-3880. Christopher’s Concerts 6-8 p.m. Lawn of St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, 3200 N 12th Ave., Pensacola. See April 7 for details. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Don’t Dress for Dinner 7:30 p.m. For details, see April 15. StoryWalk Grand Opening at Bryan Park behind Tryon Branch Library Join us at 11 a.m. as we celebrate the grand opening of our 5-2-1-0 StoryWalk! This StoryWalk pairs reading skills with physical activity through interactive pages of a book written by local author Joe Salter. Each page is accompanied by an activity for children to act out until they walk to the next page. Preschoolers, homeschoolers, and everyone else who can make it are invited to join 5-2-1-0 Let’s Go Northwest Florida, Play Pensacola, the Florida Department of Health, and the Mayor Hayward for this family-friendly event celebrating reading and physical activity.

Friday, April 22

PensacolaScienceSat@ihmc.us or call (850) 202-4462 to sign up. For more info, visit www.ihmc.us/files/ sciencesaturdays_pensacola_winter2016_ALL.pdf.

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Pensacola Hot Wheels Food Truck Festival 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Plaza De Luna, 900 S Palafox St., Pensacola. Local food trucks featuring signature dishes from a variety of cooking styles and flavors come together in Downtown Pensacola. This is a charity event to benefit Pensacola Habitat for Humanity. Visit www.pensacolahotwheels.org or call (850) 434-5456 for more info.

The Choral Society of Pensacola Presents Mendelssohn’s Elijah 7:30-9:30 p.m. Cokesbury United Methodist Church, 5725 N. Ninth Ave., Pensacola. The Choral Society of Pensacola concludes its 80th season with a performance of Mendelssohn’s powerful oratorio “Elijah,” featuring baritone Mark Walters in the title role. Tickets are available at BrownPaperTickets. com or from the Society at (850) 484-1806. General admission is $18; seats in the reserved section, $22. Tri the Island Triathlon Begins at 7 a.m. at Pensacola Beach, Casino Beach Pavilion. This triathlon will be a USAT-sanctioned event consisting of a 300-yard swim, a 10-mile bike and a 2-mile run.Visit www.santarosaislandtriathlon. com or call (850) 932-1500 for registration and info.

Extraordinary Women Conference 2016 Doors open at 7:30 a.m.; conference 8:30 a.m.-noon and 1:15-4:30 p.m. Pensacola Bay Center, 201 East Gregory Street. America’s explosive Christian women’s movement. Call (850) 432-0800 or visit www. ewomen.net/.

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Don’t Dress for Dinner 7:30 p.m. For details, see April 15.

Saturday, April 23

March for Babies 8-10 a.m.; Community Maritime Park. Visit www.marchforbabies.org/march/eventsite. asp?EventID=16959. Palafox Market 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. See April 2 for details. Flicks on the Field: Minions 7-8:30 p.m. PARA Football Complex, 3536 Limbaugh Lane, Pace. For details, see April 2. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Don’t Dress for Dinner 7:30 p.m. For details, see April 15. Science Saturdays: The Gravity of it All 9 and 11 a.m. sessions, Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, 40 S. Alcaniz St., Pensacola. Science Saturdays are a science enrichment program for kids in grades 3, 4 and 5. Pre-registration is required and begins April 9. Please e-mail

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Comedian Brian Regan Performs Live 8 p.m., Saenger Theatre. or tickets or more info, visit www.pensacolasaenger.com/ or call (850) 595-3880.

Light of the Moon Tours 7-8:30 p.m. Pensacola Lighthouse, 2081 Radford Blvd, NAS. Climb to the top of the Pensacola Lighthouse for the most breathtaking view of a moonlit Pensacola Bay (weather permitting)! A bit of history and a some ghost stories combine to make this an interesting and fun tour for all. Tour times are set in relation to sunset times and will vary. Adults $15; kids 7-12 $7. This event is family friendly. Call (850) 393-1561 or visit www.pensacolalighthouse.org/.

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Grillin’ in the Breeze 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Shoreline Park next to “The Rec” in Gulf Breeze. For the past two years, people have enjoyed delicious and creative concoctions hot off the grills, live music and a dedicated kids’ area at Grillin’ in the Breeze. The event benefits Take Stock In Children, which provides scholarships, mentoring and hope to deserving local children. Live music provided by Loaded Goat. Kids’ area with exhibits by The MESS Hall. Silent auction. For details, visit http://grillininthebreeze.com/.

Sunday, April 24

Market Basket 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5eleven, 511 S. Palafox Street. The Junior League of Pensacola presents Market Basket as a fundraiser with a “Shop. Sip. Savor.” theme, complete with food samplings from area chefs, home goods, and personal accessories for those with discerning tastes. Tickets are available at http:// juniorleagueofpensacola.org/marketbasket/. Trivia Trek 10 a.m.-3 p.m. every Sunday, at the Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see April 3. Pensacola Blue Wahoos Family Sunday 4 p.m. Families can enjoy Sunday afternoons at Pensacola Bay with the Blue Wahoos! Presented by McDonald’s, kids can run the bases postgame and play catch on the field! 301 W Main St. For tickets or more info, call (850) 934-8444 or visit www.milb. com/index.jsp?sid=t4124.

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Casino Beach Farmers Market 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more info, see April 3. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Don’t Dress for Dinner 2:30 p.m. For details, see April 15.

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Bands on the Beach 13th Hourglass will perform. For info, see April 5. Market in the Breeze 4-8 p.m., Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see April 5. Next Generation Homeschool - Tuesday Sessions 1-3 p.m. Ages: 6-13 years old. For details, see April 12.

Wednesday, April 27

Christopher’s Concerts 6-8 p.m. Lawn of St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, 3200 N 12th Ave., Pensacola. See April 7 for details.

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Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company Presents Henry IV, Part 1 7:30 p.m. This Henry takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where only the strong survive and the title “king,” like “president,” denotes the person in power -- male or female. Likewise, “prince” is heir to the throne, whether boy or girl. The action moves back and forth from fighting for the throne to getting into trouble with substances, stealing, and questionable companions. All tickets are $15. For more info, visit http://setsco.org/ or call (662) 278-8383.

Friday, April 29

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Swing, Swang, Swung This lighthearted repertory evening of dance will feature choreographed works set to popular music by artists such as The Beatles and Led Zeppelin. Visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com. April 29 performance is at 7:30 p.m. Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company Presents Henry IV, Part 1 7:30 p.m. For more info, see April 28. 32nd Annual Pensacola Crawfish Festival Noon-11 p.m. Bartram Park, Bayfront Parkway, Pensacola. A taste of Louisiana right here in Pensacola Bay with a wide variety of Cajun fare such as crawfish poboys, crawfish pies, and more than 16,000 pounds of boiled crawfish. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages also available. Call (850) 433-6512 or visit http://www.fiestaoffiveflags.org/.

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Toast at the Top of the Lighthouse Tour 6:30 p.m., Pensacola Lighthouse, 2081 Radford Blvd, NAS. Our most romantic tour to share with that someone special! This is a couples only tour. Each reservation is for two and includes ambient music, sparkling non-alcoholic wine served in keepsake champagne flutes, and light hors d’oeuvres. Space is extremely limited! Call (850) 393-1561 or visit www. pensacolalighthouse.org/ for more info.

Sunday, May 1

Disney on Ice Presents Let’s Celebrate! 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. Pensacola Bay Center, 201 East Gregory Street. Join Mickey and Minnie Mouse as they celebrate a Very Merry Unbirthday Party with Alice and the Mad Hatter; a Royal Valentines Day Ball with the Disney Princesses; a Hawaiian luau with Lilo

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Swing, Swang, Swung May 1 performance is at 1:30 p.m. For other details, see April 29. Disney on Ice Presents Let’s Celebrate! 2 p.m. Pensacola Bay Center, 201 East Gregory Street. See April 29 for details. 32nd Annual Pensacola Crawfish Festival 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Bartram Park, Bayfront Parkway, Pensacola. For more info, see April 29. Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company Presents Henry IV, Part 1 2:30 p.m. For more info, see April 28.

Friday, May 6

Free Tuesday at the Pensacola Museum of Art 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Enjoy free admission to the Pensacola Museum of Art the last Tuesday of each month.

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Blue Angels Practice 11:30 a.m. National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see April 5.

& Stitch; a winter wonderland with Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear; and more. Call (850) 432-0800 or visit www.pensacolabaycenter.com/.

Saturday, April 30

Burger Battle By the Bay 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Community Maritime Park. Fundraising event by the SubWest Rotary that supports the Rotary Foundation. Fifty percent of the proceeds from the event will raise money for the Take Stock in Children scholarships. Teams will prepare their best burgers and be judged for bragging rights as Best Burger in Pensacola. Enjoy a great tailgating experience and support a great cause. Visit www. burgerbattlebythebay.com. 32nd Annual Navarre Fun Fest Presented by Okaloosa Gas 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Navarre Beach, Florida. Parking is free and shuttle service is available. The one-day event will feature live music on the main stage, local entertainment, a kid’s area, food court, lots of interesting and unique vendors, AND a “Taste of Navarre” that will feature a local chef’s challenge. All proceeds from Fun Fest are used to produce the event. Disney on Ice Presents Let’s Celebrate! 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. See April 29 for details. 32nd Annual Pensacola Crawfish Festival 10 a.m.-11 p.m. For more info, see April 29. Palafox Market 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. See April 2 for details. Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company Presents Henry IV, Part 1 7:30 p.m. For more info, see April 28. Flicks on the Field: Jurassic World 7-8:30 p.m. PARA Football Complex, 3536 Limbaugh Lane, Pace. For details, see April 2. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Swing, Swang, Swung April 30 performance is at 7:30 p.m. For other details, see April 29. Pensacola Symphony Orchestra Presents Shostakovich Symphony No. 10 7:30 p.m. at Pensacola Saenger Theatre, 118 Palafox Place. Peter Rubardt, conductor; Jennifer Frautschi, violin. For tickets or more info, call (850) 435-2533 or visit www.pensacolasymphony.com/.

Homeschool Workshop 10 a.m.-noon. May 6 topic is “Choose that Catalyst!” Experiment with chemistry. For details and registration, see April 7. Pensacola Children’s Chorus Showtime 2016 7:30 p.m. performance. For more info, visit http:// pensacolachildrenschorus.com/events/.

Saturday, May 7

Titans for Vets Charity Event 7 p.m., Pensacola Little Theatre. Hosted by Woodham High School C/O 2006. For tickets or more info, visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com/. Pensacola Children’s Chorus Showtime 2016 7:30 p.m. performance. For more info, see May 6.

Sunday, May 8

Pensacola Children’s Chorus Showtime 2016 2:30 p.m. performance. For more info, see May 6.

Monday, May 9

Auditions for Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs - An Acorn Production (Treehouse) 6:30 p.m. Performances will be July 15-24, in the M.C. Blanchard Courtroom. All matinees, no evening performances. Acorn Theatre is designed as first experiences for actors and audiences. The performances are up close and personal, the actors may be children, and the audience is encouraged to participate. Often daytime rehearsal schedule (TBD). Visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com/ for more info.

Tuesday, May 10

Auditions for Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs - An Acorn Production (Treehouse) 6:30 p.m. For more info, see May 9.

Please send your calendar events to editor@greater pensacolaparents.com. We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, you should always call ahead to confirm dates, times, location, and other information.

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MPAA Rating: PG-13 Overall: BViolence: D+ Sexual Content: BLanguage: BAlcohol / Drug Use: C+ The MPAA has rated Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action throughout, and some sensuality. If you recall the release of Man of Steel over two years ago, you’ll remember that Superman (Henry Cavill) arrived on Earth and brought a war with him. While the super-humans duked it out, planet Earth became the boxing ring and we were left with a huge mess to clean up. This next chapter opens with the citizens of Metropolis questioning if the former Kryptonian is really a hero or a formidable foe that will kill them all when he so pleases. Over in the adjacent city of Gotham, Bruce Wayne: aka Batman (Ben Affleck), is also viewing the debate. Through a series of incidents, he is pulled into believing the potential risk of Superman going rouge is a concern that needs to be dealt with. What he doesn’t know is that someone is purposefully manipulating his judgment. Superman’s old archenemy, Lex Luthor (Jesse Eisenberg), plays the role of a fight promoter in a gladiator-style clash of might he is hoping will ultimately be to his benefit. If you come to this spectacle, be prepared to be in your seat for two and a half hours. Multiple scenes of dialogue are part of the build up to the ultimate confrontation that, frankly, feels like the concluding scene of virtually every other superhero movie. There’s also a distinct lack of “fun” in this film. Maybe I’m getting used to Disney’s handling of many of the Marvel characters, but these guys need to lighten up a little and remind audiences they’re supposed to be enjoying a fantasy -- not a serious plot that tries to be more relevant by injecting the “terrorist” word into the narrative. As usual, violence will be the greatest concern for parents debating the suitability of this title for younger crowds. Creating a dark storyline -- literally and figuratively -- the opening moments depict two characters being shot in the head. Stabbings, impalings and more shootings of secondary characters are seen throughout and some blood effects are shown. As well, one of our heroes takes a moment to engage in a sexual interlude with a female in a bathtub -no explicit nudity is shown. A few mild profanities are included too. There are good lessons here about judging others and investigating the source of gossip before believing everything you hear. Yet there are still reams of pretentious soliloquies in this very long battle of bats and tights -- too bad the scriptwriters didn’t take a page from The Incredibles so they could have avoided the dangers of monologuing.

MPAA Rating: PG-13 Overall: BViolence: CSexual Content: B Language: B Alcohol / Drug Use: B The MPAA has rated The Divergent Series: Allegiant PG-13 for intense violence and action, thematic elements, and some partial nudity. Our determined gang of Divergents continue their fight to fix Chicago, a dystopian mess of demolished buildings overrun by warring factions. (Make sure you take a look at the previous two movies or novels to catch up on the backstory.) They received a message in the previous episode that claimed the answers to their problems lay on the other side of the wall that surrounds their city. Now leader Tris (Shailene Woodley), along with her boyfriend and right-hand beefcake Four (Theo James), her brother Caleb (Ansel Elgort), the difficult-to-trust Peter (Miles Teller) and hard-core adventurer Christina (Zoe Kravitz) make a run for the barrier. In hot pursuit are soldiers following the commands of Evelyn (Naomi Watts) the crumbling metropolis’s new, self-appointed leader. The hurdle over the wall doesn’t go well and the green on the other side of the fence is less than lush. Running across a landscape that looks like Mars, with blood-like rain to match, the fugitives are eventually greeted by a platoon of futuristic warriors that envelop them in a net-like bubble and deliver them to an outpost reminiscent of George Jetson’s condo. After a decontamination shower (naked, of course, providing us with a lingering view of Woodley in silhouette) a devious looking dude named Matthew (Bill Skarsgard) fills them in on what’s happening. Put simply, 200 years ago mankind (that’s us) was messing around with DNA and the mutants they created eventually led to planetary destruction. Believing that human genes could heal themselves, if given enough time, someone agreed to use the survivors living in the ruins of Chicago as lab rats, to see if the damage could be repaired. The Divergents proved to be the cream of the crop and, no surprise, Tris is the creamiest. Her status as the only human to evolve from impure to pure, gets her a pass to ride the glass elevator to the penthouse suite where she meets David (Jeff Daniels), the guy who’s in charge of the experiment. Compared to the military style barracks everyone else is housed in, David’s luxurious living quarters are a not so subtle clue he’s not as nice as he first appears. Torn apart by issues of trust and dealing with mounting aggression from earlier confrontations, the characters in Allegiant stumble toward an awkward mid-novel intermission (yet another final book stretched into two movies -Ascendant is scheduled for release in June 2017). The battling factions are core to the story, which features weapons use, stabbings and hand-to-hand combat with blood effects, although the visuals stop short of becoming explicit. Fortunately, the script contains only a smattering of mild profanities.

What Parents need to know about Batman v. Superman...

Violence: Many scenes depict confrontations between characters using superhuman strength and technological advantages that cause injury, death and destruction. Some blood effects are included. Stabbings and impalings are portrayed. Many characters are gunned down; a few are shot at close range, although the bullet impact is not seen. Buildings are demolished by alien beings and we see people being crushed and injured. Some characters have a brand burned onto them and at one point we see a character about to brand another. Women are held captive and threatened by men. Blood drips from a self inflicted cut on a character’s hand. Sexual Content: A completely dressed man joins a woman in a bathtub and they begin kissing and embracing: the woman is obviously naked but we don’t see explicit nudity. Language: A single scatological curse is heard along with five religious terms (two are names of Christian deity used as expletives). Alcohol / Drug Use: Characters are seen drinking in social situations. Greater Pensacola Parents I April 2016

What Parents need to know about Allegiant...

Violence: Violent depictions are pervasive in this movie, which features detailed hand-to-hand combat, gunfights and knife use. Also depicted are explosions, electrical shock, vehicle crashes and kidnapping. Characters are injured and killed (some blood is shown) during these confrontations. Characters are executed -- a gun is held to their head, the sound of a shot is heard, and their body is shown falling to the floor. Injections and poisonous gas are used to gain power over enemies. Children are kidnapped and their parents are sometimes killed. Characters mock and belittle others. Sexual Content: Characters embrace and kiss. A woman removes her clothing to shower: seen naked from shoulders up, and from the back in silhouette. Language: Infrequent uses of mild profanity and scatological slang. 44

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