Greater Pensacola Parents August 2016 by KeepSharing

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Columns 2

Mom of the Month 4

Living With Children John Rosemond

Family Time

Mandy Fernandez shares five ways to make school mornings more fun and less hassle.

Start Smart This School Year

Nine tips from teachers to kick the school year off right.

Family Time Mandy B. Fernandez

Growing Up Online Carolyn Jabs

Dave Says Dave Ramsey

Get This!

Gerry Paige Smith

Fun Once the Bell Rings

After School Activities

Benefits of afterschool activities, plus DIY tips for fun at home!

Our listing offers a variety of places to sign your kids up for activities in Greater Pensacola.

A Page in a Book Gerry Paige Smith

Departments

On The Cover Frederick Winston Woods III (turning five this month) will begin kindergarten at L.D. McArthur Elementary School. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Winston Woods Jr. and has one sister, Angel DeAna Love (18 ). Local grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Winston Woods Sr., Carrol and Ronald Caster, and great-grandmother Geneva Copeland. Frederick loves to play ABCmouse.com on his iPad, ride his bike, and play

Bits and Pieces 10

School Bits 38

Family Calendar 44

Movie Reviews

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MomOfTheMonth August is a month that holds so many great and positive memories. My youngest child, mother, mother-in-law, two grandparents, best friend and I were all born in August. In addition to all these birthdays, this August will be a little extra special because I will have a college freshman at Florida A&M University and another child starting kindergarten. I still remember my kindergarten teacher and being in my first kindergarten play as Mother Goose. I also remember my mother moving me into the dorms at Florida A&M University. I was so nervous and excited thinking about being a young adult all on my own. These two chapters are very special and different all at the same time. Another big part of August for myself and most parents is the back to school shopping, as well as fall sports, and of course, locating an after school program for our younger children. The July issue of Greater Pensacola Parents featured information about a great Back to School and Health fair. The event helped hundreds of families with school supplies and needed health information. They also gave away hair cut vouchers, a Foot Locker gift card and a $200 Visa gift card. Another highlight of August will be watching my son get involved in sports this fall. My daughter was a cheerleader throughout her school years, and I know I am going to love being a football mom. Knowing my son will have so much to look forward to this fall takes the sting out of the back to school routine. There are so many benefits children gain from participating in extracurricular activities. Sometimes it is strenuous having to tote them back and forth to practice, but it is well worth the driving in traffic. Christa Melnyk Hines breaks down several opportunities in her article, Fun Once the Bell Rings. If you are still researching interests for your child, start with her article, then flip over to page 28 for the After School Activities Guide. In this guide we have compiled an extensive list of activities for all children. You will find a huge variety of sports, fine arts, scouting, after school care, dance, all-star cheerleading, horseback riding and much, much more. You name it, we’ve got it! As parents, we wear so many different hats. I am a nurse, Community Health Educator where I was awarded the IASIS Healthcare Chairman Award, a member of the Pensacola Junior League, the Escambia County PTA Health and Safety Chair, as well as the Treasurer for the Gateau Foundation. I also volunteer on numerous community boards. All of this while parenting two children and being married. My poor husband gets to attend so many events that he has his tuxedo always on the ready. Needless to say, early mornings, making lunches, and homework is going to add an additional element to our family’s day. These parts of going back to school are a struggle for all of us. Whether you are an early riser who loves the school routine, or have a child who is more apprehensive about the start of school, we can all find some helpful advice for going back to school in Christa Melnyk Hines’s article, 9 Tips from Teachers to Kick the School Year Off Right. I hope you all have a wonderful end to your summer and we wish everyone a great new school year!

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What’s the Right Amount of Afterschool Activity? Q: Is three hours of one sport once a week too much for a 7-year-old? This sport meets from 6-9 p.m. It is nearly 10 p.m. before child is in bed (as opposed to usual 8:30 bedtime). My husband thinks it’s OK. He points out that our son’s homework is not suffering and he’s not sleep deprived (though he’s often grumpy the next morning). This activity takes place on Tuesdays, which has the potential to become three nights of later-than-hoped-for bedtimes due to church on Wednesday evenings and another activity on Thursdays. I would appreciate your thoughts on this. A: Well, your husband could

well argue that you’ve asked the wrong guy. Two reasons: First, I am completely against adult appropriation and micromanagement of activities that children once organized and “managed” themselves; second, while I sometimes enjoy watching a good college or professional sports matchup, I care not who wins. I liberated myself from sports long ago and have no regrets. I save lots of emotional and mental energy for far better purposes.

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I realize the adults who run children’s sports programs are well intentioned, but the children in question are not deriving the full benefit of learning decision-making, problemresolution, and leadership skills. I maintain they aren’t even learning the true art of teamwork. All that went out the window when “involvement” became a parenting buzzword. Adults have turned what was once fun into performance events. The alternative— which I’ve previously written about in this column and in several of my books—is for a minimum number of adults to supervise children’s sports events, but for the kids to pick captains who pick teams (thus, team makeup is always different) and for the children themselves to decide who plays what position and resolve disagreements. Take it from a guy who played lots of “sandlot” sports when he was a youngster, the learning that takes place within that context is invaluable, both short- and long-term. I even believe

that bullying would become much less of a problem under those circumstances. I also maintain that organized afterschool pursuits of whatever sort should not regularly preclude relaxed family meals, family activities and obligations, a child’s ability to do his or her homework without feeling rushed, chores, or an adequate amount of sleep (which varies from child to child). Then there’s the matter of your child’s thoughts on the subject. What does he think about all of this? Is he “invested” in this sport or is he simply doing what his dad wants him to do? If given the opportunity to quit (which, believe me, does not doom a child to being a life-long quitter), would he take it? Having said all that, my best answer to your question is that when mom and dad disagree about a parenting issue and can’t find a compromise, the default position should always be “no.” That understanding, entered into by both parents willingly, saves lots of emotional energy. It means that one person “wins” sometimes, the other person at other times. Very civilized, if you ask me (which you did). Family psychologist John Rosemond answers parents’ questions on his website at www.rosemond.com.

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Audition for Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company

Cordova Mall Holds Back-toSchool Bash

Auditions for the 2016-17 Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company season will be held September 6 and 7. Students ages 13-19 are eligible to audition. Company members meet once a month for a three-hour advanced technique workshop; they perform throughout the year at arts festivals and Renaissance fairs; they produce a fulllength, classic play in the summer; and they play an instrumental role in running the Company as an arts business. Rehearsal periods are intensive and students auditioning for the Company agree to make SetsCo their number-one, extracurricular commitment. Auditions include a physical and vocal warm-up, improvisation, and a cold reading from a Shakespeare play. During the audition, each candidate will be given a Shakespeare monologue to take home, memorize, and perform by appointment in a weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and athletic or dance shoes. Auditions will be held in the Old Sacred Heart Hospital building, 1010 N. 12th Avenue, Suite 211. Visit http://setsco. org/index.html for details.

Cordova Mall invites the community to a Backto-School Bash on Saturday, August 6, from 2-4 p.m. Families can kick off the new school year with face painting, caricature drawings, music, a photo booth, shopping, a fashion show, and much more! The event is sponsored by Troy University and The Studer Family Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital at Sacred Heart. The first 200 attendees will be rewarded for their back-to-school shopping with a swag bag. Additionally, Cordova Mall will offer shoppers the opportunity to purchase back-to-school necessities without paying sales tax on qualifying items in accordance with the Florida Sales Tax Holiday. Cordova Mall is located at 5100 N 9th Avenue in Pensacola. Call (850) 477-7562 for details.

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Bands on the Beach

Join us every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Gulfside Pavilion, 735 Pensacola Beach Blvd. This FREE series runs through October 25. The August and September schedule follows: August 2: Hot Sauce Band; August 9: Chloe Channell; August 16: CrossTown; August 23: Deception; August 30: The Hushpuppies; September 6: The Blenders; September 13: Mass Kunfuzion; September 20: Category 4; and September 27: Ben Loftin Band. For more info, call (850) 932-2257, visit www.visitpensacolabeach.com.

During this period, retailers will not be required to collect state and local sales use tax on most footwear, clothing, backpacks and school supplies priced less than $100. Garments and accessories are tax-free up to $60 each, shoes are tax-free up to $60 per pair, and school supplies are tax-free up to $15 each including items such as pens, pencils, erasers, rulers, and glue.

Gulf Coast Seafood Festival

August 26-28. Seville Square, Pensacola. World Class Chefs Create a Culinary Extravaganzza! Visit www.gulfcoastseafoodfestival.com or call Willie at (251) 213-5157 for details.

Pensacola Wahoos Family Events

The Pensacola Wahoos Back to School Bash is August 3. Game begins at 6:30 p.m. Come enjoy fireworks after the game before the kids go back to school! Families can also enjoy Sunday afternoons at Pensacola Bay with the Blue Wahoos! Special events will be held August 14 and 28 (with baseball game beginning at 4 p.m.). Presented by McDonald’s, kids can run the bases postgame and play catch on the field! In addition, celebrate Beach Night on August 14 hosted by the National Park Service, as well as a ZOOperstars performance. Watch Clammy Sosa, Shark McGwire, and Harry Canary flip, bounce, shake, and dance their way through comical betweeninnings routines with players, umpires and fans. For more info on any of these events, call (850) 934-8444 or visit www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t4124&m=6&y=2016.

Pensacola Children’s Chorus Announces 2016-17 Auditions

Two audition sessions will be held for the Pensacola Children’s Chorus’ 27th Season at the Margaret Moore Nickelsen Center, 46 East Chase Street. Fourth through eighth grades will audition on Saturday, August 13, from 9 a.m. to noon. Ninth through twelfth grades will audition on Sunday, August 14, from 1 to 4 p.m. No preparation is necessary to audition; students are simply asked to bring their best selves. Artistic Director Alex Gartner will assess range and tone quality; additionally, high school students will be required to work with a choreographer during auditions to assess their movement abilities. Please call the Chorus Office at (850) 434-7760 to make an appointment for your audition.

Free Corvette Show at Pensacola Beach

Join Corvette lovers for a weekend of fun and sun at the Miracle Strip Corvette Club’s 14th annual “Vettes at the Beach” show Saturday, Sept. 10. A pre-registration and welcome dinner for out-of-town participants will be held Friday, Sept. 9, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Hemingway’s Bimini Bar on Pensacola Beach. Dinner will be included in the registration process. On Saturday, Sept. 10, registration will be available from 8 to 10 a.m. The free event draws hundreds of Corvette owners and enthusiasts from all over the country to the Casino Beach parking lot to check out more than 200 of Chevrolet’s famous sports cars, spanning seven generations from the early 1950s to today. Trophies will be awarded for best in show, sponsor’s choice, club participation, farthest distance driven and top 30 cars. The event will also feature trophies and door prizes. Individuals interested in registering a vehicle can register for $35 until August 15. After that date, registration is $45. For more info, visit www.miraclestripcorvette.com or contact Carol at carolsg257@ bellsouth.net or (850) 375-6993. Greater Pensacola Parents I August 2016

Family Fun at 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 or find us on Facebook. 6

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Aug. 5 & Sept. 2 * Parking begins at 6 p.m.; movie begins at 8:15. Hunter Ampitheater at Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Street, Pensacola. FREE, family-friendly movies in a park setting. Bring your coolers, blankets and chairs, but please no pets or glass. For more info, call (850) 436-5670 or visit http://cityofpensacola.com/1162/Hill-KellyDrive-In-Movie-Series. August 5 movie is Zootopia; September 2 is Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

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6 p.m. at The Community Maritime Park. Pack your coolers and bring your lawn chairs. Concessions will also be available. Please do not bring pets or glass containers

STEM Saturday: Making Aviation History

into the park. Reunion Band will perform August 21 and Not Quite Fab (Beatles Tribute Band) on September 4. Concerts are free and open to the public. Visit http:// www.pensacolacommunitymaritimepark.com/ for more info.

Saturday, August 20 * 9 a.m.-1 p.m. National Flight Academy. Join us to learn and discover some of the most amazing records ever made in aviation history, and also explore some aviation feats that have never been done before! K-6th grade students will play the role of future aviators, trying to break aviationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest holding world records. Additionally, these students will fly the T-45 Goshawk in NFAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simulators. Registration is $20 per child with lunch provided. Space is limited for each session, so visit www.nationalflightacademy.com or call (850) 458-7836.

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KickStart Soccer Camp

August 2-4 * Pensacola Sports KickStart Soccer Camp is a FREE soccer clinic for children of all skill levels between the ages of 4 and 12. This is a great opportunity to introduce your child to the sport of soccer in a fun and casual learning environment. Hours are 8:30-10:15 a.m. for ages 4-8 and 10:15-noon for ages 9-12. For more info and to register, visit http://pensacolasports.org/.

Sea Turtle Baby Shower

Pensacola Little Theatre Performs Shrek

August 13 * 2-5 p.m. Join us for a fun family afternoon at Landshark Landing in Pensacola Beach to celebrate and learn about sea turtles! Currently the Pensacola Beach and surrounding area has 35 nests that will be hatching throughout the next few months. During the Sea Turtle Baby Shower Event, guests will learn about these amazing creatures, participate in sea turtle crafts and activities, and check out local artists and vendors. This is a free event, open to the public. Landshark Landing is located at Margaritaville Beach Hotel, 165 Fort Pickens Road, Pensacola. For more details, visit www.pbadvocates.org or call (850) 916-6971.

Shrek the Musical performances will be held through August 21. The cast is comprised of approximately 35 performers who will play close to 90 roles. Visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com/ for performance times and more details.

Subway Pensacola Cycling Classic Welcomes Southeast Cyclists

Don’t Miss Pensacola Dragon Boat Festival

The 7th annual SUBWAY Pensacola Cycling Classic will welcome more than 300 cyclists to the Pensacola Bay Area the weekend of September 10-11. Regional pros, top amateur cyclists and hand-cyclists will race Saturday and Sunday in a three-stage event for more than $16,000 in prize money. Register for this event at www.usacycling.org. The three stages include a 3-mile Time Trial on Pensacola Beach on Saturday morning, followed by a Road Race in the Blackwater River State Forest north of Milton in the afternoon. On Sunday morning, the Criterium will take place in downtown Pensacola starting at 8 a.m. The Sunday Criterium includes multiple laps on a confined route in downtown Pensacola about one mile in length. Prize money is available for top finishers in each stage and the overall winners who have the fastest combined times. Hand-cyclists from around the world, including more than 40 members of the Paralyzed Veterans of America Racing Team, will also be competing. A free Kids Fun Race (10 and under) will take place at the Criterium Sunday morning in downtown Pensacola. Each child participating will receive a raffle ticket for the chance to win a new bike. Bike and helmet are required to participate. The distance will be one lap, or approximately .75-mile. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals will be awarded to the top three finishers. Admission for spectators is free. For more info, visit www. pensacolacyclingclassic.com or contact Tim Fox at (360) 921-7018.

Join us at scenic Bayview Park September 10 for this wildly entertaining event. Led by the rhythmic beat of a drum, teams of 20 synchronized paddlers, one drummer and one steersperson race 300 meters up the river in 40-foot canoes rigged with decorative Chinese dragon heads and tails. Each race will be about 12 minutes apart with a break for lunch. Call (850) 7230800 or visit http://pensacoladragonboatfestival.com/ for details.

Mark Your Calendar for Taste of the Beach!

* September 23-24 * Gulfside Pavilion On Friday night, enjoy a VIP five-course “Chef Celebration” meal prepared by four of Pensacola Beach’s finest chefs. Saturday’s festival, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., is fun for the whole family with cooking demonstrations and chef competitions, live entertainment and fun for kids. Taste of the Beach was recently named one of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast for September by the Southeast Tourism Society. Visit TasteofPensacolaBeach.com for details. Greater Pensacola Parents I August 2016

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Pensacola Comic Con

August 20-21 * 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The Pensacola Comic Convention (Pensacola Comic Con) is a convention for fans of science fiction, fantasy, horror, costuming, comics, renaissance, gaming, anime, indie films, paranormal and more. Celebrity meet-and-greets, discussion panels, screenings, demonstrations, workshops and a competition are available to all convention attendees. Guests will include Zach Galligan (Gremlins, Star Trek, Hatchet), William Katt (The Greatest American Hero), and many, many more! Guests will get a real treat watching the large balloon art structures created by Bruce Carr (No Ordinary Balloon Artist). Unlike many conventions, Pensacola Comic Con offers costume contests both days at 2 p.m. with great prizes and swag. Attendees can watch the live wrestling matches provided by Gulf South Wrestling and E & E Wrestling. The Mystery Machine Van from Scooby Doo and the Jurassic Park Tour Vehicle provided by Cosplay Inc, will be on hand for photo opportunities. Admission is $10 and up per person. Children 7 and under are admitted for free. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Ronald McDonald House and various local charities. The event will honor local heroes by offering discounts for active duty military personnel, EMS professionals, firefighters, and police officers. Event organizer, Ericka Boussarhane describes it as, “an event that offers something for everyone. We have 20K+ square feet of nerd nirvana.” This event is being held at the Pensacola Fairgrounds Expo Main Hall, located at 6655 Mobile Highway, Pensacola. For more info, visit www. pensacolacomiccon.com or call (850) 941-4321.

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August 6 beginning at 7:30 a.m. The Capt’n Fun Runners present the annual Bushwacker 5K Run to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida. The 3.1-mile race follows a point-to-point course beginning in Gulf Breeze at the South Santa Rosa Recreation Center on Shoreline Drive and finishing on Pensacola Beach at the Quietwater Beach Boardwalk after crossing Bob Sikes Bridge. Free transportation from Pensacola Beach to start line 6:30-7:30 a.m. Park at Pensacola Beach, no transportation returning to Gulf Breeze. Registration is $30 through August 5 and on race day; no shirt if on race day. Register at www.werunwild.com or mail registration forms to Running Wild, 3012 E. Cervantes St., Pensacola 32503. Registration forms are also available at www.captnfun.net or at Running Wild. Packet pick-up will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on August 4 at Running Wild; 4 to 7 p.m. on August 5 at Capt’n Fun Beach Club, Pensacola Beach; and from 6 to 7 a.m. SHARP Aug. 6 at Bamboo Willie’s Deck on Quietwater Boardwalk. For more info, call Johnny at (850) 939-8073 or Big Brothers Big Sisters at (850) 433-KIDS (5437).

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East Hill Christian School Sends Missions Team to Costa Rica

Episcopal Day Students Visit Ballet Pensacola

Episcopal Day School beginning ballet summer campers visited Ballet Pensacola and met Artistic Director Richard Steinert recently. The students enjoyed touching real pointe shoes, tutus and crowns, and watching ballerinas perform.

For eleven consecutive summers, East Hill Christian School has taken a team of students and chaperones to Costa Rica to partner with missionaries and share the Gospel. This year, the team had an effective time ministering July 2-11. As always, the team travels with the anticipation of being a blessing to the people of Costa Rica; however, they realize that their own hearts have been blessed as a result of serving. The Lord again opened doors and allowed the team to sow the seeds of the Gospel. Students returned with their eyes opened to the great spiritual need of lost individuals, and have a greater appreciation for the abundance that we take for granted right here in Pensacola. Janene Dyster, EHCS Spanish faculty, heads up the Costa Rica Missions Team. More pictures are available on www.facebook.com/EHCSPensacola.

GBMS Band Students Attend Band Camp in Arkansas

For the past 27 years, Mrs. Smithey has taken her band students to the University of Central Arkansas to attend Dixie Band Camp, the oldest camp in the South and the second oldest camp in the nation. Dixie was established in 1937 and recently celebrated its 80th year as a music camp. This year, these 48 students from Gulf Breeze Middle School attended the camp. Students auditioned and were placed in 10 concert bands and two jazz bands. During the week, the students attended rehearsals, sectionals, elective classes, and a variety of fun night activities. They also went to a waterpark in the middle of the week. The week concluded with concerts by all of the bands.

Escambia County PTA Holds Leadership Conference

The Escambia County Council PTA invites PTA representatives, booster clubs, and school volunteers to its leadership conference. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s conference will be held August 20 from 8 a.m.-noon at Washington High School. Attendees will enjoy breakfast, lunch, and giveaways. This conference is free to PTA leadership and only $10 to non PTA. For more information or to register, visit eccptaleadership.org. or e-mail pastpresident@ escambiapta.org.

Administrators Gather at BTW High School

Administrators from Escambia and Santa Rosa County schools gathered at Booker T. Washington High School to hear from Kristen Swanson, one of the founders of Edcamps. Edcamps let people with similar interests and questions gather to learn from each other. Greater Pensacola Parents I August 2016

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Aletheia Students Attend Summer Leadership Training

Since 2008 Aletheia Christian Academy has been taking select students to Student Leadership University programs all over the world in order to achieve its mission of building Christian leaders. More than a dozen students worked on developing their leadership skills this summer. In June, five students traveled to Orlando, where they learned about the importance of having a vision, setting goals, managing their time, and much more. Their trip included highly engaging sessions at Sea World, where students got a behind-the-scenes look at how animal trainers use positive reinforcement to “lead” their animals. Students also learned how to get along with difficult people during a session called “How to Swim With the Sharks.” It was held in a Sea World classroom that offers an up-close view of the shark tank. In July, nine students traveled to Washington, D.C., where they learned about our country’s rich heritage and great leaders, as well as the many challenges facing us today. Students had time to see many of the famous sites around the Capital. Among the most memorable experiences was their trip to Arlington National Cemetery, where they witnessed an SLU wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Next year several ACA students will complete the SLU program by traveling abroad. They will study the lives of great world leaders from history and engage with current leaders in politics, business and education to discuss current global issues. At every step of the way, students are encouraged to “Think. Dream. Lead.” and to start TODAY.

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Aletheia Anticipates Grandparents’ Day 2016

Gulf Breeze Middle Bookkeeper Honored at Wahoo Stadium

Pam Bryars, Gulf Breeze Middle School’s bookkeeper, was recognized for being a Wahoo Homestead Hero on June 29. The school celebrated and honored her by having 40 faculty and staff members cheer her on as she was recognized at the Wahoo Stadium.

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Plans are already underway for the 2nd annual Aletheia Christian Academy Grandparents’ Day Breakfast scheduled for Friday, September 9, at 7:30 a.m. Grandparents’ Day honors and recognizes the valuable role that grandparents play in their families and communities. Aletheia hosted its first breakfast last year with more than 350 people in attendance. With more and more grandparents playing active roles in the education of the next generation, Aletheia welcomes grandparent involvement in the activities of our school. In conjunction with the nationwide Grandparents Initiative, Aletheia hosts events that highlight the importance of our heritage, our communities, and relationships across generations.

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Ferry Pass Principal Honored by State Commissioner

Florida’s Commissioner of Education recently honored Ferry Pass Principal Rhonda Shuford, Ed. S, as a member of the second class of graduates of the Commissioner’s Leadership Academy. The graduating class consisted of 127 educators from around the state and the ceremony was attended by the Commissioner as well as State Board of Education member Andy Tuck, Chancellor of K-12 Public Schools Hershel Lyons, and Dr. Elaine Lifton from the Council for Educational Change. In a news release, Commissioner Stewart said, “We often highlight the fact that today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders, and we cannot forget that the same concept applies to educators throughout their professional career. I commend this year’s graduates for taking the initiative to deepen their instructional leadership skills that will greatly benefit their students, and I look forward to seeing them continue to grow in their profession.” The rigorous professional development programs included learning institutes and school site “learning walks” to practice instructional leadership skills and build a cadre of school district facilitators. The Commissioner’s Leadership Academy, presented by State Farm, is a collaboration between the Florida Department of Education, the University of Washington’s Center for Educational Leadership and the Council for Educational Change. Education leaders throughout Florida were nominated by their district superintendents as leaders poised to make a difference in their school. “Rhonda Shuford is a great example of the quality school administrators that serve the Escambia County School District,” said Escambia County’s Superintendent Malcolm Thomas. “Her efforts to improve her leadership capacity by participating in the Commissioner’s Leadership Academy and graduating from the program is something to be applauded. Always being willing to learn is a part of her character that she instills in her faculty, staff and students.” For a list of the 2016 graduates, visit www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5673/ urlt/16CommLeadAcadGrads.pdf.

Global Learning Academy Kids Have Busy Summer

Global Learning Academy stayed busy with summer reading kids bringing back library books (and getting older books to take home and keep!). The Summer Math Club kids checked on their garden and had to spray a soap mixture to convince some bugs to go eat something else. Then they went back inside to play math games.

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Autauga County Schools Finding Quality After School Care

For many working families afterschool care is a necessity, but you can still find a quality solution that is best for your family. Afterschool programs serve children and youth of all ages and encompass a broad range of focus areas including academic support, mentoring, youth development, arts, and sports and recreation. The activities children and youth engage in outside of school hours are critical to their development. Effective afterschool programs bring a wide range of benefits to youth, families and the community. Quality afterschool programs can boost academic performance, reduce risky behaviors, promote physical health and provide a safe, structured environment for children of working parents. When looking at afterschool programs a parent’s first concerns are the child’s safety, health and welfare. Every program will have positive features and just like when looking for quality early care for your birth to four year old, there are several questions to ask and behaviors to look for when making a choice.

Questions to ask: • Is the program licensed? Accredited? • How many of the teaching staff been employed in this facility for more than one year? • How many children are there for each adult? (adult to child ratio) • Do teachers welcome parent visits at any time of the day? • Is there a written discipline policy? • What rates are charged? • Observations to make: • Do children look happy, involved in activities and well-cared for? • Are teachers warm, kind, calm and patient? • Are there sufficient materials such as books, art supplies, games and puzzles for all the children? • Is there a posted, predictable schedule? • Are there any male staff? Families can call the Childcare Resource and Referral office for assistance with finding quality child care: 850.595.5915. This is a free service. Also visit the Early Learning Coalition’s website at www.elcescambia.org for parent resources including a quality checklist, an inventory of child care programs’ quality ratings and many other items of interest to families. Child care is more than just a service that allows parents to have the opportunity to work. Your child’s healthy development depends on access to safe and positive experiences, starting at birth. The benefits of quality care and education lasts a lifetime. Greater Pensacola Parents I August 2016

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This year’s session of the Escambia County School District/University of West Florida National Writing Project ran June 6-23. The 2016 meetings involved 23 Escambia County School District teachers: 14 from elementary schools and nine from local middle schools. Participating teachers were chosen through an application and interview process. The project is designed for groups of teachers (cohorts) and encourages participation from past participants, or fellows. Each year, at least one more cohort is added. This year there were 23 new NWP participants, and four returning fellows who attended last year helped to lead and teach sessions. The past fellows were Lee Cassady (Bratt Elementary), Jenna Henderson (C.A. Weis Elementary CommUNITY), Sally Costa (Hellen Caro Elementary), and Sara Bookheimer (Montclair Elementary). Plans for next year include adding high school ELA/Rdg (English, Language Arts and Reading) teachers. Planners hope to have two cohorts in 2017: one for elementary teachers (25 fellows) and one for secondary (25 fellows). “The mission of the NWP,” explained Kelly Aeppli-Campbell, Elementary English Language Arts Specialist for Escambia County Schools, “is to enhance the knowledge, expertise, and leadership of our ECSD educators to improve writing and learn-

ing for all of their students. We include the returning fellows because we are expecting that our teachers will learn most from other teachers who have been through the institute.” The NWP is a national project that uses universities as an anchor. Dr. Susan James, Assistant Professor of Teacher Education and Educational Leadership at UWF, reached out to Aeppli-Campbell in the fall of 2014 about bringing the NWP to ECSD. “The National Writing Project is the only federally funded program that focuses on writing,” said AeppliCampbell. “Some local projects have been in existence for over 30 years. It is exciting for us to know that as long as we meet or exceed the federal guidelines, UWF can forever be a project site.” James and Aeppli-Campbell work together as the director and co-director of the

NWP at UWF. Pam Schwartz, a retired ECSD teacher, donates funding for supplies and materials each summer, while many local restau-

rants donated breakfast or lunch. Participants and organizers want to thank their supporters: McDonalds’ on Pine Forest Rd.; Santino’s Pizza and Grinders on Davis Hwy; Subway in Car City on Hwy 29; Wayne’s Dinner on Pine Forest Rd.; Chick-Fil-A on 9 Mile Rd; Krispy Kreme; Papa John’s on 9 Mile Rd.; and the Firehouse Subs location on 9 Mile Rd.

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Episcopal Day School hosted a television broadcasting summer camp for students in fifth through eighth grades. During this session, campers learned many aspects of broadcasting including how to write a newscast, how to report the news and how to be an anchor. The students were visited by WEAR TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christina Leavenworth, who discussed her experiences in broadcasting. The week ended with the students putting all of their new knowledge to work when they created their own newscast.

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Back to School Health Fair for K-12 Students

Escambia County School District and Sacred Health Hospital held a Health Fair July 30 for local families (especially those with children who are new to Pensacola). The health fair was for students entering kindergarten through 12th grade who needed school immunizations; free health screenings for asthma, lung function and their dental health; or who needed School-Entry Physicals for K-12, first-time Florida students. The Fair was held in the Greenhut Auditorium and included refreshments, face painting, character greetings, educational information and more!

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Aletheia Christian Academy Excels in Speech Contest

Since 2012, Aletheia Christian Academy has participated in the Tropicana Speech Competition sponsored by the Escambia County 4-H Club. Tropicana has supported this program since 1969 as an educational program aimed at teaching young people the techniques of effective public speaking. This program, held in May of each school year, has done a wonderful job in partnering with local public and private schools to foster confidence and public speaking skills in young people. Aletheia fifth-grader Chloe Skaggs won first place in the 4th and 5th grade student division for her speech entitled “My Mom as My Teacher,” as she explained, like only a child can, the pros and cons of having your own mother as your teacher. Sixth-grader LucyAnne Newsome took second place in her division for her entertaining and engaging speech, “Why 6th Graders Should Still Have Cot Time.”

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Administrators and teachers at East Hill Christian School are thrilled with the opportunities for students to experience, the content that they will learn, and the perspective (worldview) that is shared. Teaching from a Christian perspective with the Word of God as the reference point brings stability, hope, joy, and discernment to the classroom experience. In a world that is chaotic with layers of white noise, we are most grateful to give sound Biblical advice, teach from the Bible, and frame our lessons with a Biblical worldview. The students at East Hill Christian will have Bible class, weekly chapels, and spiritual life retreats throughout the year. This September, East Hill middle and high school students will be a part of the Pure Truth Conference with evangelist Ben Schettler as their speaker. To round out the experience, soccer, volleyball, cheer, and cross country will kick off their seasons. The school calendar (www.ehcs.org) has a listing of games.

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Make School Mornings More Fun, Less Hassle All kids love waking up early and going to school, right? This is especially true after a long summer filled with outdoor activities, camping and days at the beach. Who are we kidding? No parent or child ever uttered those two sentences. Yet here we are just days away from the start of a new school year again. Going back to the classroom and the study routine again is no easy task. However, I have learned a few tricks to make my family’s school mornings go more smoothly. Sometimes we even laugh before 7 a.m. Thanks to these five daily tips, we have less meltdowns and more fun in my family’s home.

Prepare Yourself Before You Help Your Kids As parents, we must wake up earlier than our kids. This is the hardest thing to do, believe me I know. My alarm clock goes off and I want to hit the snooze button. Tempting as it may be though, I resist it. This is our time to get ready and enjoy a few minutes of peace before the chaos of the day begins. Savor the quiet. Do some exercising, reading or stretching. Sip a cup of coffee or tea before our munchkins take us to crazy land. Prepare yourself mentally and physically first so that you can then give your full attention to your children.

Set the Mood with Music To help everyone in my family be in a better mood each morning, I play music that we all like. When my kids walk into

our kitchen to eat breakfast, I have their favorite tunes playing from my computer or my phone. I created online playlists of their favorite musical artists. As they first sit down, my children may be grumpy or crusty-eyed. But after hearing a Disney princess song or Katy Perry sing about “Firework”, they are quickly dancing in their seats or tapping their feet. After a few minutes, my daughters forget how tired they were. The music has them feeling happy and ready to face the day.

Offer Simple Foods Kids Like If you don’t want to battle over breakfast on school days, then offer your kids simple foods that they like and will eat. This does not mean having to give into sugary cereals or poptarts every day either. It may just involve prepping and planning for healthier options. My kids eat pancakes three times a week but it’s my own homemade version that I know is a better choice for them. Other days they may receive eggs. In a rush, I may give them a granola bar and fruit. One day a week, usually on a Friday, I let them have cereal. Involve your kids in the meals ahead of time for less whining and more cooperation.

Pick, Place and Stash If your kids need more time in the dawn, have them pick out the must-have items the day before you leave. Let your children select their clothing for the week (if school uniforms are not required). Place the shoes, raincoats, umbrellas, book bags, and after school activity items near the door so you can grab them last before exiting. Another helpful tip is to have an extra stash of emergency items in the car. You never know when you may need additional 19

clothing, diapers, crayons, books, note pads, bottles, and more. Prepare for your forgetfulness when you can!

Be Cheerful, Flexible and Silly Try to remain in a good mood on school mornings. Any day that we are awake and healthy is a blessed one. If you’re cheeful as a parent, then chances are your kids will be more content too. Be flexible. Some mornings just happen more easily. Other days your child will not cooperate or have to go to the bathroom the moment you leave the driveway. Just embrace the moment and throw in a bit of silliness too. Dance and jump around. Act like an animal or make goofy sounds to cause your kids to laugh and loosen up. Giggling can be a great distraction to make everyone feel better. Don’t dread school days. The classroom is where magic happens, learning occurs and friends make memories. Remind yourself and your children to be open to information and possibilities. Knowledge combined with enthusiasm will lead to lifelong mental wealth.

Mandy B. Fernandez is a writer living in Pensacola, Florida with her husband and two children. She writes creatively and professionally on topics such as family life, parenting, natural foods, education, and business. In addition she loves sharing humorous stories, poetry and essays about womanhood and motherhood. She is completing her first children’s book. Learn more about her at www.writtenbymandy.com.

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Tips for Connected Caregivers Sooner or later, parents leave their kids with other people. And those other people— teenagers, family members, daycare providers and nannies— have cellphones. It’s no secret that cellphones are distracting—and irresistible. One survey by researchers at the University of Washington found that, among caregivers surveyed on a playground, 28% felt it was perfectly okay to engage in cellphone activities like checking e-mail or reading while supervising children. Another 24% chose to curtail phone use when they were responsible for kids. The largest group-44%--thought they should restrict phone use but found that they often couldn’t resist the temptations of the tiny screen. All of this means parents need to think carefully about what they expect from caregivers—and then have a frank conversation about how and when it’s okay to use a cellphone. Rules may vary depending upon the experience and maturity of the caregiver, but here are some things to consider: Clarify Expectations. The first responsibility of a caregiver is to keep kids safe, and it’s all too easy to lose track of what kids are doing if you’re focused on a phone. Using a cellphone should be totally off-limits during any kind of risky activity—driving, swimming, bathing, bicycling, walking on the street or, for that matter, climbing on playground equipment. If you expect the caregiver to be interacting with your child—playing, talking, having fun—it makes sense to adopt the policy of most employers: no personal cellphone use during business hours. Be Greater Pensacola Parents I August 2016

specific about what’s excluded--social media in all forms, calls and texts that aren’t related to caregiving, watching videos or listening to music with headphones. What About Phone Fun? Smart phones are very entertaining. Depending on the age of your child and the good judgment of the caregiver, it may be perfectly acceptable for them to bond over an amusing game or a funny video. Just be sure your caregiver knows what you consider acceptable. Is it okay for your child to watch YouTube? Which apps meet your standards? What kind of music is acceptable in your house? If you have any doubts about your caregiver’s judgment, point them toward a site like commonsense. org that identifies apps, games and other media that are fun and ageappropriate. Sharing is Not Caring. Your kids are cute. Nobody knows that better than you. A cellphone makes it way too easy to take and share adorable photos and videos. Decide in advance about what is permitted. Even if you allow your caregiver to snap a picture or record something fun, make it clear that nothing gets posted without your permission. Also, ask your caregiver not to post status updates while working for you. There’s no reason for others to know that you’re not at home. Anticipate Emergencies. A cellphone can be a lifesaver in an emergency, so encourage your caregiver to keep one close and functional. Program 911 and other emergency numbers into the phone and talk about what constitutes a crisis. How should your caregiver handle an injury or illness, a storm or power failure, an intruder? (The Red Cross has a very thorough guide for caregivers at tinyurl.com/nsvtdux.) Remember that the camera on the phone can be invaluable if the caregiver has a question about the seriousness of something like an insect bite or a scraped knee. Appropriate contact. Ask your caregiver to add your contact information to his or 20

her phone rather than leaving it on a piece of paper that might get misplaced. Be specific about the circumstances under which they should contact you. If a caregiver is new or inexperienced, you may encourage questions about basics like house rules. Let your sitter know whether you prefer a call or text message. And be clear about times when you will be unavailable because you’ll be driving or in a meeting. Provide a back-up number for a spouse, a neighbor or a close friend. Kiddy Calls. Talk with your caregiver about whether and when it’s okay for your child to call you. Some children settle down for bed more easily if they get a quick good night from a parent. For others, knowing that Mom is a video chat away makes it harder to feel comfortable with a caregiver. If your child is old enough to have a phone of his or her own, explain that the caregiver is in charge, so you won’t be fielding questions about routine problems or complaints about siblings. Be Realistic. Nobody, including you, can be attentive every single minute. Talk to your caregiver about acceptable breaks. Is it okay to check in on the cellphone when a child goes down for a nap or when the kids watch a favorite show in the afternoon? Be respectful of your caregiver’s needs. Maybe he or she needs to touch base with their own children or a parent. Don’t Be a Distraction. Yes, it’s tempting to check in on your kids, especially if you don’t leave them very often. Just remember that your caregiver can’t focus on your kids if they’re constantly being interrupted by calls and texts from you. Limit yourself to preset check-in times or if you have to make a change in plans. Finally, don’t be afraid to use social media to do a little screening. A quick search for your sitter’s name may alert you to other situations you’ll want to anticipate or other rules you’ll want to institute. Just be sure your cellphone policies are crystal clear before you walk out the door. Carolyn Jabs, M.A., has been writing the Growing Up Online column for ten year. She is also the author of Cooperative Wisdom: Bringing People Together When Things Fall Apart. Available at Amazon and Cooperative Wisdom.org. @ Copyright, 2016, Carolyn Jabs. All rights reserved

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A. My entire plan works for a large family. Larger families just have more expenses. What does change — and you already knew this — is that it can be a larger financial burden. This isn’t criticism; it’s just a mathematical fact. When you kick things into overdrive like you folks have done, two things have happened. One, you’ve extended the time that you’re going to be supporting the kids financially. Two, you’ve got a lot of baby birds to feed and clothe. Unless you have an astronomical income, it slows down the process of hitting financial goals like getting out of debt, because you’ve got a drain on the math side of things. It’s a wonderful drain; it’s a glorious drain; but mathematically

speaking where the money is concerned, it’s still a drain. You really don’t have any choice but to do a budget. Having seven kids doesn’t give you an excuse to live out of control or mean that living out of control without a plan is the definition of success. You’ve got to set more emergency categories aside in your budget. You’ve got to budget heavier for food, medical, transportation and things like that, because you’ve got more things pulling at you — and your money!

I make $80,000 a year, and I was wondering if there’s an easy way to determine how much money a person would need to live comfortably after retirement.

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growth stock mutual funds, is to pull from those funds at a rate that is lower than which they are growing. Otherwise, you’ll destroy them, right? I tell folks if they want to pull off six percent to eight percent — I’m comfortable doing eight percent — then you’ve got to decide exactly how much you want to live on and what that means for your nest egg. If you want to live on $80,000 a year, it means you have to have a $1 million nest egg. If you want to live on $40,000 a year, then you need a half-million dollar nest egg for what we’re talking about here. To get into that a little bit further, I would advise going to Chris Hogan’s website. He’s got a tool on there that takes just a few minutes, and it will give you exact numbers on what you need to do. It’s ChrisHogan360.com, and the tool is called the R:IQ — your Retire Inspired Quotient. You can walk through it, and in just a few minutes you’ll know exactly what’s going on and what needs to happen!

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School bells will soon ring once again. Whether that comes as music to your ears or a bittersweet reminder that the freespirited summer days are over, check out these tips from the pros to help you and your child enjoy a smart, happy start to school.

1) Push the re-set button.

A week or two before school starts, ease back to regular bedtime and morning routines. Nudge kids back into the habit of daily reading if they’ve slacked off and play math games to review. “Think about re-setting structure at home and what changes need to happen so it’s not a total shock to everyone’s system,” says Christine Vohs, a second grade teacher. “Anything that you can create that allows for structure and your child’s ownership for success is going to send them to me in a better frame of mind to learn for the day.” Plan ahead for hectic mornings by gathering healthy, simple-to-prepare breakfast ideas packed with nutrients and protein. Wall calendars with activities color-coded for each family member and daily checklists for each child can help establish expectations and keep your family organized.

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Build anticipation.

Got a youngster who’s bummed to head back to school? Stay upbeat. Remind him of the subjects that spark his curiosity that he’ll learn about in the coming year, whether that’s cursive writing, multiplication or a special grade-level project. “Talk to your children about friends they haven’t seen all summer and about new kids joining their class,” says first grade teacher Megan Jasperson. “This 23

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is sure to get them excited for the school year to begin.”

3) Show support.

“Avoid teasing your child by saying things like ‘you got the meanest teacher in school!’ or acting as if you’re overjoyed to be sending your child back to school because this can make him wonder why you’re so eager to be away from him,” says Becky DeNoon, a third grade teacher. Instead offer encouragement and support. Remind him that it’s normal to feel disappointed about summer break coming to a close, but that you’re excited to see how much he’ll learn and grow during the coming months.

Be prepared.

Peruse school supply lists carefully and read the handouts the school issues to ensure that your youngster has everything she needs on the first day of school. “Kids feel embarrassed on the first day when they aren’t prepared,” Jasperson says.

sive scholar familiarize herself with the classroom, meet classmates and connect with the teacher before school starts. Knowing what to expect and where to go on the first day will ease some of a child’s anxieties.

6) Seek out friendly faces.

If you’ve recently moved to the community or switched schools, look for other families with children your child’s age to arrange a playdate or to meet for frozen yogurt. Some schools also feature parent Facebook pages. Hop on and ask if anyone would like to get together at the park before school begins. Many parents love to help welcome new families. And these efforts will lessen first day jitters when your youngster knows she’ll recognize a few familiar faces when she gets there. Have an adolescent heading into middle school? Encourage him to join after-school clubs and activities. His involvement will help him form connections with peers who share his interests, says Traci Keeler, a sixth grade math teacher and eight grade volleyball and track coach.

Reduce uncertainty.

Often kids feel nervous about unknowns like transitioning to a teacher they don’t know, a new school or a different set of classroom rules. Take advantage of any back-to-school or orientation events that your school offers to help your apprehen-

Create a homework spot.

Designate an area in your home that’s conducive to focus and concentration and where you can easily jump in to provide assistance when necessary. While purchasing school supplies, also

stock a homework caddy or station with scratch paper, pens, pencils, erasers, markers, highlighters and anything else that Junior will need to complete his homework.

Build partnerships.

Maintaining open communication and partnering with your student’s teacher is key to a successful school year. “You know your child best and your insights into your child are helpful to us,” Vohs says. Introduce yourself to the teacher and tell her the best ways she can contact you. In turn, remember that teachers care about their students’ best interests. Vohs speaks for many of her colleagues when she says: “I hope parents will trust me to make the best possible decisions for their child while he or she is with me.”

Get involved.

Help your children start seeing school as an extension of their home life by volunteering periodically. Most kids get a kick out of seeing their parents during the school day, whether they volunteer in the cafeteria, library or the classroom. Unable to volunteer at school? Ask the teacher what you can do to help from home. GPP Freelance journalist, Christa Melnyk Hines always loved the back-to-school season as a child and still does. Her two boys don’t share her enthusiasm. Christa is the author of Happy, Healthy & Hyperconnected: Raise a Thoughtful Communicator in a Digital Word.

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As adults, we may not remember the first time we saw a butterfly or the moment that a ladybug first lit on our fingertips. But for a child, their first encounters with the small creatures in their much larger world are captivating. Maybe it’s because they, like our children, are small and wonderful. The fascination expands when kids take a closer look at the tiny marvels that are typically only glimpsed in their daily habitats. The following child-size habitats bring the insect kingdom into focus for the youngest observers.

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One of the most amazing transformations in the insect kingdom can be introduced to children through the Original Butterfly Garden. Painted Lady caterpillars are delivered in a clear cup where they can be observed as they eat the included nutrients and prepare to form their chrysalis. Once they are in chrysalis form, they can be moved to the clear netted butterfly habitat so kids can watch the next stage of metamorphosis. Within 1-2 weeks, the Painted Lady butterflies emerge and are ready to be nurtured with nectar until they are strong enough to be released. The Original Butterfly Garden encompasses a uniquely magical experience with one of nature’s most beautiful life cycles in a setting that easily engages kids.

Ant farms are not a new thing in the landscape of kids’ interests, but today’s technology has created a whole new experience. Fascinations Antworks features a translucent gel suspended between clear acrylic windows (with an illuminated base) offering an up-close view of ants as they create a landscape of tunnels. The habitat does not come with ants (which must be ordered separately) but the instructions for preparing the Antworks for the new inhabitants are easy to follow. Once the ants arrive and are placed in their new environment, kids (and adults) can observe behaviors that are typically hidden from our eyes. From teams working on tunnels to ants creating their own graveyards for comrades that expire along the way, this window on the worlds of ants is both educational and entertaining.

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Encounters with ladybugs are not uncommon for kids, but most children (and adults) don’t get to observe the humble beginnings of these helpful insects. Ladybug Land includes a clear domed habitat that is ready to host the metamorphosis of common ladybugs. Kids have a venue where they can closely watch these gentle beetles evolve from larvae, through pupa to the colorful winged wonders that brighten our world. An mail-in voucher for 15-20 ladybug larvae gets the adventure started and instructions for nourishing the new insects gives kids an active role in helping the ladybugs thrive. Supporting life learning and conservation, this little land of ladybugs opens the door to a lifelong appreciation of these tiny garden helpers.

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For the kid with an interest in the wigglers, WormVue Wonders is a double-windowed unit with removable light shields that lure worms into view. Just like in the natural world, worms seek out darkness and typically hide below the surface so it’s important the light shields be kept in place over the habitat until kids are ready to view the worms stretching and contracting along windows. The time frame to wormwatch is temporary as they slowly move away from the light, but the opportunity for observations are cool. The kit includes a poster describing the anatomy of a worm as well as a learning guide. Ordering worms and the recommended soil is an additional cost, but worth it to ensure the best experience with WormVue Wonders.

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Doodle, dabble, draw. Art education contributes to problem-solving and critical thinking skills, not to mention creativity. Independently-run studios and museums offer classes for kids of all ages like painting, drawing and sculpture.

DIY: Put together an “imagination bucket” with art supplies, including recyclables, construction paper and other doodads. Encourage your children to present their individual masterpieces to the family at dinner. Move it. Team sports nurture social, communication and leadership skills. And experiencing loss builds resilience as kids learn to persevere through disappointment. Individualized sports like swimming, martial arts, or tennis are also beneficial, helping kids develop focus and self-discipline.

After-school activities are an essential and fun way to round out your child’s overall educational experience. Integrate both structured and DIY activities that complement your child’s disposition, age and interests.

DIY: Burn off energy by shooting hoops in the driveway, running through a homemade obstacle course, or groovin’ to funky music before homework time.

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Checkmate! A popular and ancient game of strategy, chess fosters patience and impulse control as players learn to plan and visualize their moves on the board. “Chess can help increase a student’s focus and concentration along with helping students with personal skills, such as problem solving and critical thinking,” says Rick Hetzel, a high school chess club moderator. 26

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DIY: Start a club at your child’s school or challenge your kids to a family board game or cards.

verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Also consider debate, photography and journalism clubs.

Strike the right note. Kids who learn to play an instrument learn to read music and gain a sense of timing, beat and rhythm. Multiple research studies find a relationship between music education and its influence on mathematics skills, including the ability to recognize patterns, sequencing, spatial reasoning and tempo. And according to the National Association for Music Education, youngsters who are involved in music are more likely to be engaged in school, develop a higher selfesteem and are better able to cope with anxiety.

DIY: Help your child set up a blog to share his writing and photos with a select audience. Check out www.kidzworld. com which offers kids a safe and fully moderated place to blog. (Geared for 9 to 14-year-olds.) Younger kids can hone their storytelling chops by writing a story, dressing in costumes and acting it out.

DIY: Make your own music. Fill drinking

glasses with different levels of water. Tap each jar lightly with a spoon and listen for the varying pitches and vibrations each emits. Kids also like making their own instruments from drums out of oatmeal containers to rain sticks from covered paper towel tubes.

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healthy meals is a life skill. Plus when following recipes, kids practice reading and math skills like measurements and fractions. Many local grocery stores and culinary centers offer kids’ cooking classes.

DIY: Include your kids in the process of meal preparation. Even on busy weeknights they can help make a salad or set the table. Also, check out cookbooks geared for kids like Chop Chop: The Kids Guide to Cooking, Better Homes & Gardens New Junior Cookbook and Wookie Cookies: A Star Wars Cookbook. Be of service. “There are many

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can pursue in the community where they can give of their time and learn new skills,” says Cindy Neely, a high school counselor. Scouting, Boys & Girls Club, the YMCA, and youth groups are examples of service organizations that offer real-life experiences outside of the classroom, fostering confidence, leadership and communication skills. Through engagement in their communities, kids are less likely to feel isolated. They gain a greater appreciation and understanding of the world around them.

DIY: Volunteer together at a local shelter, help a neighbor with yard work or gather canned goods for a food pantry. Seek balance. While variety is the spice of life, don’t overwhelm your kids with activities which can cause stress and affect grades. “It is all about identifying the delicate balance that helps foster their development of skills in activities that they may be involved in for a lifetime,” Johnson says. GPP Freelance journalist, Christa Melnyk Hines and her husband are the parents of two active boys. Christa’s latest book is Happy, Healthy & Hyperconnected: Raise a Thoughtful Communicator in a Digital World.

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35 New Market Street, Cantonment 32533 9 Mile Swim offers a competitive and fun swim team and swim lessons. Swim Team is 3 days per week for $75/month or 5 days a week for $95/month. Choose your time and day for practice. Hour long practices are available 3pm, 4pm and 5pm; Monday through Friday. After school swim lessons are also available. Group lessons up to 4 students per class by appointment only. 30 minutes one time per week for 4 weeks is $40, 2 times a week for 4 weeks is $70 and 3 times a week for 4 weeks is $100. Private lessons available, call for details. 850-479-8311

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Greater Pensacola Aquatics Club

1000 College Boulevard, Pensacola 32504 USA swimming team serving northwest Florida since 1972. We offer year round competitive swimming, seasonal swimming (summer league and The Penguins) as well as group swim lessons. 850-484-1312

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Innerlight Surf & Shop

655 Pensacola Beach Boulevard, Pensacola 32561 Check out our surf lessons available for beginners and intermediate surfers. Also available in a private, semiprivate and group settings. Participants must be ages 6 and older and strong swimmers. 850-549-4011

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Waterboyz

380 North 9th Avenue, Pensacola 32502 Waterboyz offers one and two hour lessons in surfing, skateboarding and skimboarding. Lessons are mostly for beginner and intermediate. A beginner is someone who has never ridden a wave before or skateboarded before. We’ll teach them the basics, etiquette and knowledge. Usually, 2 hours is enough time to get a beginner going .An intermediate rider is someone who has ridden before but needs some direction on more advanced maneuvers. We’ll teach them more about advanced maneuvers depending on their individual desires. Skate - $40 for 1 hour and 2 hours is $60; Surfing is $50 for 1 hour and $75 for 2 hours; Skimboarding is $40 for 1 hour and 2 hours is $60. 850-433-2929

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Young Rembrandts teaches the fundamentals of drawing to children ages 6-12 right in your child’s school! Students learn art history, art terminology, vocabulary and more, all while learning how to express themselves creatively. Every week your children create an exciting and fun new drawing to bring home! This fall we will draw Notre Dame, mummies and bats, and even a pixel block character! Young Rembrandts supplies all materials and a trained instructor. Go to our website to find a class at your child’s school. Don’t see us at your school? Have your administrators contact us! 251-210-6299 www.youngrembrandts.com/centralgulfcoast.com

1265 Oriole Beach Road, Gulf Breeze 32563 Ellen’s Art offers Paint Parties and Paint classes for all ages. The studio across from Oriole Beach Elementary is beautifully designed and filled with award winning art. You will leave with a sense of awe and inspiration that will keep you coming back! Ellen helps you relax and feel confident no matter what your experience level. Classes include drawing, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media, and ceramics. Step by step instruction is given. Call or visit our website for more information.

First City Art

1060 North Guillemard Street, Pensacola 32501 First City Art offers pottery and clay workshops for ages 14+. Visit the website for dates and times and other workshops available. 850-429-1222

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Bowling Cordova Lanes ad on page 15

211 Airport Boulevard, Pensacola 32504 Youth Leagues are a funtastic way to spend Saturdays; learning a sport that lasts a lifetime. No one gets benched in bowling! We provide a safe, fun, exciting environment for kids to learn sportsmanship and a healthy lifestyle. Youth League will start on September 10. Ages 5 -18. League usually runs 28 weeks. Call today for more information. 850-477-2300

DeLuna Lanes

590 East Nine Mile Road, Pensacola 32514 DeLuna Lanes is Pensacola’s favorite bowling center. We’ve provided the Pensacola area with some of the most unique bowling experiences in the Florida Panhandle for over 30 years. We offer amazing customer service and a family oriented atmosphere. Whether is recreational, competitive league and tournament bowling, video games arcade, and pool tables at Peter B’s Sports Grill, we offer something for everyone. Contact us for information on our kid’s league hosted Saturday’s at 9:00am. www.delunalanes.com

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407 South Jefferson Street, Pensacola 32502 We offer a variety of art experiences and individual attention is important to us. Classes include drawing, painting, clay, collage, found object art, art history and much more. Freedom of expression is encouraged as students learn art techniques, problem solving, and the elements and principals of art and design. Students will find that our instructors are skilled at encouraging and supporting each student in their endeavor to create and enjoy making art! After school art club is every Tuesday and Wednesday. Tuesday is K through 1st grade and Wednesday is 2nd - 5th grade. Art club is from 3:30 - 5:30 pm. Visit our website to register today.

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65 East Olive Road, Pensacola 32514 Led by industry experts Happy Hooper, J.R. Zeringue and Brandon Roberts, world-renowned ACE Cheer Company is the largest and most competitive cheer organization in the southeast. Respected for producing outstanding competition teams, ACE has been heralded by the news and media for solid performance and consistency in every ACE location. If you are looking for the highest level of coaching in cheerleading, tumbling, gymnastics or All-Star training, you will find it at ACE. 601-955-0258

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Season runs August - December. For Magee Field Rattlers Football contact Dennis Brown at ddbsr1969@ yahoo.com. For NEP Wildcats Football visit www. nepwildcats.com or email nepwildcats@gmail.com. For SYSA Tigers Football at Legion Field contact Ray Palmer at rdp4gators@aol.com. You can also visit the website under Please visit the website for r Athletics and Sports - Youth Sports - Football. www.playpensacola.com

Cheer Omega

3601 North Palafox Street, Pensacola 32505 Our mission at Cheer Omega All-stars is to enrich the lives of the children and their families through the sport of competitive cheerleading. Our goal each day is to teach our athletes the value of commitment, hard work,

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6231 North “W” Street, Pensacola 32505 In HIS Steps is a contemporary, Christian based Dance & Performing Arts Center. Come and join us at In HIS Steps for afterschool ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, modern and hip-hop for ages 2.5 & up and music lessons for ages 5 & up. Also offering new daytime homeschool dance and music options. 850-474-4922

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LaBelle Performing Arts ad on page 18

8253 Chellie Road, Pensacola 32526 Excellence in Arts Education. Offering classes in dance theater, music and visual arts. Registration for returning students is August 6, 10 am - 1 pm. Registration for all students is August 8, 5-8 pm. Visit our website for more information. 850-944-5650

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A Time to Dance

2701 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 32563 The mission of A Time To Dance is to provide the highest caliber of dance training to all students ages 2 and up at all levels from beginning to pre-professional, while developing confidence and self esteem in a caring supportive environment. Please visit website for schedule and registration information. Classes begin August 15. 850-450-6919

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Ballet Pensacola

400 South Jefferson Street, Pensacola 32502 Enroll in dance classes with the area’s only professional dance company. Classes begin as early as age 3, and students learn through a graduated system of study that encompasses both classical ballet and contemporary dance technique. Tap, Jazz and Broadway Dance are also available. The syllabus capitalizes on children’s naturally occurring cognitive and physical development while helping them acquire additional motor, cognitive and social skills. Performing opportunities abound for students with a year-end showcase and opportunities to audition for The Nutcracker, Youth Ensemble and Performing Company. 850-432-9546

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Bernice’s StarrStep Dance Studio

2895 W. Scott Street, Pensacola 32505

The StarrStep staff works hard to not only provide the best possible training for students, but also strives to make the dancing experience fun and enjoyable. Offering classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary and pointe. Please visit our website for tuition rates and registration information. 850-438-2010

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Dance Academy of Santa Rosa

6564 Caroline Street, Milton 32570 Dance Academy of Santa Rosa offers professional, quality dance and performing art instruction in jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop, lyrical, pre-k, fit, acting and more for ages 2 and up regardless if you are a beginner or advance student. Contact Laurie McCrory for fall enrollment information. Registrations will be held August 6 for new students. 850-983-6900

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Emerald Coast Dance Conservatory

419 E. Gadsden Street, Pensacola 32501 Pensacola’s newest studio for dance. Instruction for ages 3 and up at recreational through pre-professional levels. Our top of the line facility offers a vast variety of types of dancing for multiple age groups and dancing levels. Visit our open house on August 20th 10:am to 2:00pm. 850-512-9191

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1903 East Olive Road, Pensacola 32514 Offering professional dance instruction for ages 3 to adult of beginner, intermediate and advance skills. We offer ballet, tap. Jazz, pointe, hip hop, contemporary/ lyrical, musical theater, competition dance team and classical ballet company. Contact us to enroll for fall semester classes. 850-484-0648

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Gulf Point Resource Center Dance Class

7000 Spanish Trail, Pensacola 32504 Dance classes are offered in a variety of disciplines for youth and adults. We offer dance lessons in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, hip-hop, lyrical, modern, Irish, belly dance, line dancing, tumbling and more. Our Dance Open House is Friday, August 12th 5-7pm. 850-494-7360

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Pensacola School of Ballet

4806 Mobile Highway Suite G, Pensacola 32506 Sherlock’s Farm/Pensacola Riding Center’s facility is unique within the surrounding 200 mile area. Provides boarding, training, teaching, showing and horse sales. Our quality services provided through various programs tailored to all ages and riding levels in collaboration with the professional staff. 850-572-4712

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The Pace Dance Studio

4634 Lori Lane, Pace 32571 We offer dance instruction in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, lyrical, modern, hip hop, and acrobatics. Currently open for fall 2016 registration. Visit us on Saturday, August 6th at 10:00 am for our open house and new student registration. Contact our studio for more information. 850-437-9248

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Time To Shine Center for Performing Arts

4375 Woodbine Road, Pensacola 32571 We are the newest and most exciting performing arts education enterprise in the greater Pensacola area. We offer the pinnacle in dance and music instruction and we are the premier dance studio in Pace, Milton and Pensacola. Offering lessons in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, modern, lyrical, hip hop, acting, voice, piano guitar, flute and violin. 850-994-5678

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Triple B Dance Studio

5800 North “W” Street, Pensacola 32505 We are more than just a dance team. We are Triple B Dance Blessed, Brilliant & Beautiful. Visit our Facebook page for more information. 850-207-9998 www.facebook.com/Triple-B-Dance-Program

Equestrian Aubrey Hill Riding

2729 Ten Mile Road, Pace 32571 Our first-class english riding lesson program is tailored to suit everyone’s needs. All ages (adults too!!) and experience levels are welcome. No experience necessary. Kid friendly lesson horses and tack are provided. Our lesson program is designed to teach riders the basics of English riding and jumping. Please visit our website for fees and additional information. 850-554-1818

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Crazy Acres Ranch

3030 Hwy 97, Molino 32577 Ridding lessons for all levels of experience, trail rides, Greater Pensacola Parents I August 2016

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Pensacola Riding Center

1911 Mathison Road, Cantonment 32533 Sherlock’s Farm/Pensacola Riding Center’s facility is unique within the surrounding 200 mile area. Provides boarding, training, teaching, showing and horse sales. Our quality services provided through various programs tailored to all ages and riding levels in collaboration with the professional staff. 850-587-4193

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Rustic Trail Stable

4645 Rustic Trail, Milton 32570 Rustic Trail Stable LLC is a Riding School in the Milton/ Pace area. We provide lessons, boarding, shows, clinics - and teach horse and stable management. Our goal is to provide the community of horse lovers with the skills needed for a successful journey into the world of horses. 850-324-7682

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Sunriser Stables

7603 Helms Road, Pensacola 32526 Sunriser Stables is a family friendly show barn specializing in hunters, jumpers, and equitation. Lessons are customized to the individual’s riding level allowing each rider to progress at their own pace. Offering hour long lessons for ages 8 to adults of all experience levels. Call us to schedule your introductory lesson with Ellen. 850-512-7433

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Golf Lost Key Golf Club

625 Lost Key Drive, Pensacola 32507 Lost Key Golf Club is pleased to offer golf instruction through our Director of Instruction, Nick Rousey. Rousey offers individual golf lessons as well as group lessons for every part of the game. To find out more information or to book a lesson with Rousey, please visit his website www.NickRouseyGolf.com. 850-982-8338

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Marcus Pointe Golf Club

2500 Oak Pointe Drive, Pensacola 32505 Marcus Pointe Golf Club, one of the top golf facilities along the Gulf Coast, features a 6,650 yard layout with five sets of tees and subtle challenges. Contact us about junior, college and adults lessons. 850-484-9770

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Perdido Bay Golf Club

1 Doug Ford Drive, Perdido Bay 32507 This is an exciting new program offered exclusively through the PGA, it is designed to bring the “Little League” atmosphere to the game of golf. With teams of boys and girls, age 13 and under, PGA Junior League Golf provides a structured league environment for young golfers to compete and have fun. 850-492-1223

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The First Tee

The First Tee of Northwest Florida strives to impact the lives of young people by promoting character development and life-enhancing values through the game of golf. There is no skill level that is required to begin the program. The program offers certification levels as the participants grow in golf skills and in the program. At

each level of the program participants are introduced to different aspects of golf and life skills and go through a Certification Process that tests and evaluates each participants’ understanding of and ability to apply what was taught. As junior golfers opportunities on the golf course expand, so do the opportunities for their futures. Fall classes begin late August at a variety of course locations. 850-456-7010

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Tiger Point Golf Club

1255 Country Club Road, Gulf Breeze 32563 We take pride in developing a wide range of junior talents, as well as introducing the game to hundreds of new golfers every year. With our friendly and personal approach, we strive to teach each student at his or her own level and ability. We offer private lessons, group lessons, clinics, golf schools, and junior academy programs. Our player development programs offer professional instruction that’s affordable, enjoyable, and less intimidating for students of all levels. 850-932-1333

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Gymnastics Gulf Breeze Gymnastics ad on page 29

1147 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 32561 Our unique state of the art facility features a 14,400 sq. ft. gymnastics and cheerleading gym located on the upper level. Here you will find an official Olympic size trampoline, in-ground foam pit, official size spring cheer floor, official size spring gymnastics floor, bar sets, balance beams, vaults, rings along with a velcro wall and zorb ball just for fun! We offer preschool gymnastics, girls’ gymnastics, boys’ gymnastics and girls’ team. We also offer an excellent after school care program with transportation from school. 850-932-2297

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Mojo Elite Gymnastics Training ad on page 23

6890 W Fairfield Drive, Pensacola 32506 In order to provide the best opportunity for advancement, we are unique in that we are limiting the classes to only 6 children per class. Our coaches have an extensive background of coaching experience through the Elite Level and have had numerous gymnasts competing and winning at the National Level. We have plenty of equipment to keep the classes moving including: a spring floor, Speith and AAI bars and beams, trampoline, tumbl trak, air floor, numerous training and landing mats for safe skill progressions, not to mention a traverse rock wall, climbing net, zip line, rope, preschool size equipment, pro-shop, and more! Programs we offer include Kinetic Kids (parent tot program for children walking - 36 months). Masters of Motion (ages 3-5), Girls Recreational Preparatory Levels 1 - 3 (ages 5 and up), FunDamentals (Girls’ Level 1), DynaMotion (Girls’ Level 2), Maximum Velocity (Girls’ Level 3), Bionic Boys, Iron Men and Super Men (ages 5 and up), Pure Energy Tumbling, Extreme Tumbling and Parkour (ages 8 and up). Ask about our after school program that includes transportation! Also offering Super Saturday, parent’s night out every Saturday night from 6-10pm which includes pizza and drinks for only $20, and we do birthday parties and glow nights parties on Saturday nights and for birthdays. 850-733-3547

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65 East Olive Road, Pensacola 32514 Our lesson plans and curriculum are guided by our philosophy to teach gymnastics and cheerleading in a fun, safe environment, and raise your child’s self-esteem. 850-474-1068

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Flip Factory

9245 North Palafox Street, Pensacola 32534 The Flip Factory now offers an after school program. Please inquire at the Flip Factory to see if your school is on our pick-up route. After School Training includes: Monday thru Friday (Snacks provided) instructional classes, tumbling, dance, gym warrior obstacle, fitness, games, and much more. Pick up time 6:00 pm. 850-969-9111

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Flippin’ Out

4050 Avalon Boulevard, Milton 32583 We offer the best after school experience for kids. Children stay active with an exciting gymnastics class ever day. Transportation is provided from area schools (Pace, Milton and Navarre). Call for registration information. 850-983-1410

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Gulf Coast Gymnastics

1844 Cowen Road, Gulf Breeze 32563 Gulf Coast Gymnastics is proud to offer a variety of classes for all ages, special events, camps, and more! Online registration available now. 850-934-3990

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Pensacola Gymnastics

Pensacola Gymnastics Training Center is a USAG member club. We offer a full schedule of recreational classes for all ages. We train team Levels 1-10. We compete our compulsory team members in the fall and our optional team members in the spring each year. For more information about joining our program, please contact Katie Camargo the Director of Pensacola Gymnastics. 850-484-1319

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Martial Arts Colbert’s Taekwondo Academy

8042 North Palafox Street #A, Pensacola 32534 Colbert’s Taekwondo Academy is built on the solid principles of its tenets: Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, Indomitable Spirit. Students are empowered with the necessary tools to attain individual skills and personal development. Classes for pre-school age kids, juniors, teenagers and adults are held four days per week. Students learn self discipline, confidence and self-defense in all areas of life. “Women selfdefense seminars” are taught bi-monthly to empower women and teen-age girls with self-defense, personal protection skills and knowledge to balance successful life-skills and learn how not to become a victim of domestic violence or rape! Please call for a free week of classes or visit our website for more information, including a class schedule. Additionally, space rental is available for events and parties. www.calvincolbert.com

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3483 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 32563 We offer a complete line of classes for children from 4 years old into teenage years. Are you looking for help with self-discipline, attention, respect or other character issues? We emphasize character building communication content. We combine the structure of traditional martial arts with a physical fitness program that Simply Builds Better Kids SM. We teach self-respect, teamwork, tolerance, manners, courtesy, respect for others and other character values.

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Pensacola ATA Martial Arts

6247 North Davis Highway, Pensacola 32504 Pensacola ATA Martial Arts makes it easy for you to join with unlimited classes per week and no contracts! All ages, all abilities welcome. 850-791-6777

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Pensacola Martial Arts and Fitness Academy

913 South I Sreet Room 107, Pensacola 32504 Chuan Fa Kenpo is a system of practical and modern self-defense designed to offer the student a realistic training regimen that combines blocking, striking, kicking, throwing, and control techniques for defense against commonly occurring self defense situations without the fear of being injured. Minimum Age for Students is 12.

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Gracie Pensacola

106 S. Palafox Street, Pensacola 32502 We are committed to the effective teaching of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Our program is centered on self-defense and includes conditioning, technique, and sparring. Our curriculum is designed to ease the student into a training regime and application of technique. 850-503-0340

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Gracie Pensacola

7201 North 9 Mile Avenue, Suite A5, Pensacola 32504 We are committed to the effective teaching of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Our program is centered on self-defense and includes conditioning, technique, and sparring. Our curriculum is designed to ease the student into a training regime and application of technique. We would like to extend to you an open invitation to come to the school and experience for yourself the most effective martial art. 850-485-5559

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Lord Martial Arts and Fitness

410 North Palafox Street, Pensacola 32501 We have the highest quality Hapkido instruction available in a safe and positive learning environment. We offer specially designed martial arts, fitness, and self defense programs for every one from age 5 to 90. 850-516-6887

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MAA Family Karate

4050 Avalon Boulevard, Milton 32583 Our after school programs are packed with fun and excitement to keep your child active! From participating in a daily Martial Arts lesson, to engaging in fun games, arts & crafts, and other activities, your child will have the best after school experience of their life! We provide an active and educational experience while keeping your child in a safe, nurturing, and positive environment. Offering a 3, 4, or 5 day package to be prepared for the days you need us. We are available to ages 5-12, and pick up from local schools. 850-983-0870

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PTSDA Karate Camp

2500 W Nine Mile Road, Pensacola 32534 We are a member of the ITF with two locations in Pensacola and Perdido. We offer traditional karate classes, tiny tiger classes, after school program, summer camps, and birthday parties. Our goals are discipline, respect, and fun with purpose. 850-478-0680

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Red Dragon

6301 North 9th Avenue Suite 10, Pensacola 32504 Classes for children starting at age 3. We specialize in bully-prevention and board breaks. Red Dragon Martial Arts is a black belt school. We help instill the life skills and values that inherit to the martial arts in a Christian atmosphere. These include, confidence, self-control, perseverance, integrity, pride, respect, concentration, courtesy, humility, indomitable spirit and will with a “YES I CAN” attitude. In addition living a healthy lifestyle to promote vitality, energy and longevity. At Red Dragon Martial Arts, we don’t just build Black Belts; we build strong individuals, with great abilities. 850-2937986

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Ron Little Martial Arts

9255 N. Palafox Street, Pensacola 32534 Our instructors provide expert lessons in traditional and modern martial-arts disciplines. What we teach goes beyond lessons in physical self defense. By striving to attain higher levels of rank and ability, our students learn to set goals and work hard to achieve them. 850-484-9814

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Sexton’s Tiger Rock Taekwondo

3235 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 32563 Tiger-Rock Martial Arts is a National franchising company providing health, skills and fitness training through its franchisees’ Martial Arts programs for members of all ages. Our programs enrich their personal and professional lives in many ways. 850-932-2248

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Tiger Rock Taekwondo Academy

1151 Office Woods Drive, Suite E, Pensacola 32504 Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Gulf Coast aims to enrich the lives of each of our students through our unique model of martial arts, fitness, and skills training. By combining the latest training methods with the cherished tradition that is martial arts for ages 4 to adults. Contact us for information on our 2016-2017 calendar. www.tigerrockgulfcoast.com

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Miscellaneous Greater Pensacola Figure Skating ad on page 5

201 East Gregory Street, Pensacola 32502 Figure Skate in Pensacola! Join us in September for a “Meet the Coach” -Skater Registration event at the Pensacola Bay Center. Coaching all skill levels. Learnto-Skate package for Beginners - Private or SemiPrivate Lessons for Experienced Skaters. Season runs October through April. Visit our website for more information and for our Meet the Coaches-Registration date. Email secretary@pensacolafigureskating.com. www.pensacolafigureskating.com

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Montessori School of Pensacola ad on page 7

4101 Montessori Drive, Pensacola 32504 The MSP after school program offers a wide variety of opportunities for all children in our community. We offer band, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Spanish, knitting, art, Ballet Pensacola, and yoga on a weekly basis. Other single or multi-day programs like woodworking and programming are offered throughout the year. Aslo offering tennis. See our tennis listing in this directory. 850-469-8138

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The purpose of 4-H is to help youth become productive members of society. By developing life skills through over 50 different hands on learning projects, youth learn practical solutions to problems they will face throughout their life. 4-H membership is open to boys and girls ages 5-18 without regard to sex, disability, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, or ethnicity. 4-H offers flexible programming to meet youth needs by emphasizing skill building processes and effective outcomes through activities that promote positive values, social responsibility, and lifelong learning. Opportunities for involvement include year long community clubs, special interest workshops, day camps, residential camps, school enrichment programs, and state and national programs. For Program Support contact Belinda Spann, bspann@ufl.edu. 850-475-5230

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Gulf Breeze Experiential Learning Center

4100 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 32563 Gulf Breeze Experiential Learning Center is a collection of afterschool STEM education programs intended to provide valuable hands-on learning opportunities that our public schools have neither the time nor resources to provide in adequate volume. Our curriculum is designed to compliment a student’s in-school academic experience with activities requiring the practical application of STEM related concepts. While our

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Pensacola Cooks

3670 Barrancas Avenue, Pensacola 32507 Private customized culinary classes and events are available at our location, in your home, at your office, at your child’s school, or at one of our community venues. PCKids offers seasonally themed cooking and baking labs for children, tweens and teens. 850-512-4242

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Pensacola Mess Hall

116 North Tarragona Street, Pensacola 32502 Pensacola Mess Hall offers wonderful science, math and engineering enrichment programs for children. Please visit our website for this and more exciting news! 877-937-6377

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46 E Chase Street, Pensacola 32502 Pensacola Children’s Chorus will be hosting auditions for new and returning members. Auditions for grades 4 - 8 are Saturday, August 13 from 9am - 12pm. Auditions for grades 9-12 are Sunday, August 14 from 1pm - 4pm. Appointments are required so please call to schedule your appointment today. Financial aid is available for qualified families. The mission of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus is to provide quality music education and performances to include both classical choral training and musical theater to enrich the lives of children from all religious, racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds. Through its music activities, the Pensacola Children’s Chorus helps to foster the personal and social growth of its members and promotes their sense of self-esteem, accomplishment, and pride. 850-434-7760

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A Joyful Noise Music

6377 Highway 90 , Milton 32570 A full line music store offering instruments for sale or rent and private music lessons. 850-983-3008

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3094 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 32563 ARC is a Music Retail & Repair Store in Gulf Breeze, Florida. We have a Lesson Program for students in Guitar, Bass, Piano, Drums, Violin and Uke. 850-932-2578

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Blues Angel Music

657 North Pace Boulevard, Pensacola 32505 At Blues Angel Music’s School of Music, we have been teaching students to play instruments for more than ten years, and are proud to continue offering our services

in Pensacola and the surrounding area. We offer lessons for guitar, ukulele, banjoy, mandolin, bass guitar, violin, viola, cello, upright bass, piano, voice, drum, hand percussion, lap steel, pedal steel, and resonator. Unless otherwise specified, all music lessons are private, one-on-one, and last approximately 30 minutes. Provisions can be made for group lessons or for students working on exceptionally complex pieces which may require more lesson time. No matter the instrument, lessons are $20 each, or $80 for a block of 4 weeks. We offer reduced rates for families. The family discount is $70 per month for the second student and $60 per month for each additional student from the same family, provided the lessons are paid for in 4-week blocks. 850-457-7557

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Cathy Crawley Piano Lessons

Students of all ages and levels will have the opportunity to learn various styles of music from Jazz and Blues to Popular and Classical. My goal is to tailor the piano lesson to the students individual interest as well as expose them to various idioms of music. Students will have the opportunity to work with others by performing duets and ensembles in a fun and relaxed environment. If desired, I offer college preparation through music theory and technique, composition and a diversity of repertoire. 850-934-1237

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East Hill Guitar Instruction

903 North 12th Avenue, Pensacola 32501 East Hill Guitar Instruction offers the first lesson for free so our costumers have the opportunity to experience our services from our experienced instructors. Half hour lessons for guitar, bass, drums and piano are available for $20.00 rate. Check out our student concert videos on Facebook, YouTube and our website. Contact us for after school opportunities, private and group classes. 850-572-9523

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Edward Varela Piano and Voice

Private piano and voice lessons from my home studio in east Pensacola. My goal as a professional music educator is to provide you with enjoyable musical experiences that will last a lifetime. 973-897-9169

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Flute Studio at Beyond Barre

5022-A West Fairfield, Pensacola 32506 Registration is now open for beginner flute class. $52 per month. Class meets weekly. Limited spots are available. We provide one on one training within a class environment. Students learn music theory, flute basics, proper embouchure, proper breath support and much more. Ages 10 and up. Classes are taught by music major and lifetime flutist, Kandy McCloud. 850-972-8117

Gulf Breeze School of Music

5 Center Road, Gulf Breeze 32561 We offer a variety of music lessons and classes for all ages. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are passionate about working with youth. Students are able to move through levels at their own pace, and choose from a variety of styles such as popular, classical, jazz, and composing. Our schools are conveniently located in Gulf Breeze and Pensacola. We also serve the communities of Navarre, Pensacola Beach, and Cantonment. 850-261-8824

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Gulf Coast School of Music

215 E. Zaragoza Street, Pensacola 32502 Located in historic downtown Pensacola we offer guitar, drum, piano, singing, bass, musical theatre, drama, songwriting lessons and more. We teach youth and adults ages 7 and up, our lessons are 30 minutes and include a fun mix of individual attention and group playing. For information and upcoming events visit our website. 850-207-9795

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Homeschool Band

Welcome to the West Florida Home Education Music Association – the Home School Band. The band is the premier homeschool musical association in Northwest Florida. The group has expanded to include three directors, six different performance groups, and now includes wind and string instruments. Throughout the year, we focus on musical and instrumental instruction; assessment opportunities, such as solo and ensemble contest and sonata competition; performance opportunities in many locations; and fun as well as educational social opportunities for children ages 8-18. 850-221-4758

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Jinks Music Universe

Nurture your creative expression through one instrument or many. With flexibility and creativity, each lesson is tailored to the individual. Jinks Music Universe offers 30 and 60 minute lessons in guitar, bass, drums and more including music production. 850-712-6481

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Minds on Music

3206 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 32563 Minds on Music offers private music lessons for ages 5 - 99, pre-piano for children 3 - 5 years and MOM and Me classes for children 3 months - 3 years. Lessons offered in piano, voice, guitar, drums, and more. 850-420-6475

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Pensacola Music Company

901 North 12th Avenue, Pensacola 32501 Pensacola Music Company offers high quality professional private music lessons from instructors with college degrees in music. We offer the following private music lessons at our studio located in historic East Hill; guitar, piano, drum, voice, and more! Visit our website to schedule a FREE lesson! 850-232-3091

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Pensacola Music Teachers Association

he Pensacola Music Teachers Association is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose members are professionally engaged in the teaching of music in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties in Northwest Florida. Visit our website for a list of music teachers. www.pmta.info

Pensacola String Academy

1508 East Scott Street, Pensacola 32503 Private string lessons in violin, viola, cello, and string bass. We welcome all persons to join us, beginner to advance, ages 4 to post retired. Find us on Facebook. 850-525-2553

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Pensacola Symphony Orchestra

205 East Zaragoza Street, Pensacola 32502 The PSO strives to be am integral part of the community while offering a wide spectrum of engaging educational experiences for all ages. Information about our educational programs can be found on our website. 850-435-2533

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Ron Kaye’s Music Instruction

4696 Kimberly Drive, Pensacola 32526 We teach drum, guitar, bass, piano, voice lessons, banjo, mandolin, violin, ukulele, and more. Many of our students go on to become multi-instrumentalists. Why not learn and understand music when you take your lessons? 850-453-9966

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Time To Shine Center for Performing Arts

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Scouting Boy Scouts - Gulf Coast Council

The Gulf Coast Council offers scouting opportunities for Cub Scouts (ages 7-10), Boy Scouts (11 - 17), Venturing (boys and girls ages 14 - 20) and Explorers (boys and girls ages 14 - 20). To find a scout unit or become a volunteer, call or visit our website for more information. 850-476-6336

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Girl Scouts of the Florida Panhandle

1515 Saint Andrews Blvd, Panama City 32405 In Girl Scouts, girls discover the fun, friendship and power of girls together. Girl Scouting helps girls develop their full individual potential; relate to others with increasing understanding, skill and respect; develop values to guide their actions and provide the foundation for sound decision-making; and contribute to the improvement of society through their abilities, leadership skills and cooperation with others. Visit our website to locate a troop near you. 850-873-3999

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Heritage Girls

American Heritage Girls is a faith-based leadership and character development program for girls ages 5-18. This non-profit ministry organization offers badge programs, service projects, girl leadership opportunities, and outdoor experiences to its members. Visit our website for more information and locate your local troop. 513-771-2025

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Trail Life USA

Trail Life USA is a Christian Outdoor Adventure, Character, and Leadership Program for boys and young men. Operating from Troops that are chartered through churches in 48 states, the K-12 program centers on outdoor experiences that build a young man’s skills and allow him to grow on a personal level and as a role model and leader for his peers. Visit our website to find a troop near you. www.triallifeusa.com

U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps

The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps is a federally chartered non-profit youth development program for age 11 through the completion of high school with over 400 units in 46 states. Visit our website to locate the USNSCC unite near you. 703-243-6910

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Sports Training Alpha Omega Performance Training

490 East Heinberg Street, Pensacola 32502 Alpha Omega Sports Performance offers children of all ages safe and effective methods of exercise instructed by experts. Programs include Foundational Development (ages 5-10), The Next Step Progressive Development (ages 11 - 14) and The Next Level Honed/Advanced Development (ages 15 and up). 850-377-1862

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One on One Kicking Camps

1771 Tate Road, Cantonment 32532 Committed to training and developing the best special team’s players in the country, One On One Kicking has been responsible for assisting in the ranking of high school players nationwide on the following recruiting services: Kohls Kicking ESPN National Rankings, Scout.com, ESPN, Rivals.com, LRS Sports. Our year-round program is designed to create an environment that not only builds strength and explosion in our athletes, but also refines technique through drill work and kicking in competitive situations. 954-274-5963

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Bill Bond Baseball is coordinating all youth baseball at Roger Scott Athletic Complex. Registration, team selection and scheduling is through Bill Bond Baseball. Season Dates: March – June. Ages 7 - 14. Registration is the end of October. Visit the website for details.

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Leagues available at Vickrey Resource Center and Fricker Resource Center. Registration is October 24 - November 28. Season runs January - February. Open to children ages 5 - 14. Eligibility date is January 1, 2017. Practice times and locations are up to the coaches. Most teams practice once a week and play a game once a week; however the coach may make other arrangements. The coach’s practice times will be made after the teams have been formed. Please consider volunteering your time to be a coach. Our league relies on volunteers to keep kids playing. No experience is necessary. 850-912-4109

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Bill Bond Baseball is now running the T Ball program at Roger Scott! We are very excited to bring in the T ball players and families to grow the Bill Bond League. Registration: July 15-August 26 at www.billbond.org. Season runs September through November. Bill Bond T Ball is a league for 5 and 6 year old players. At Bill Bond, we will keep score, call outs, and play by official T ball rules. To register or for more information visit our website or email us at billbondbaseball@gmail.com.

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Pensacola Youth T-Ball Bill Bond T-Ball

2130 Summit Boulevard - Vickery Resource Center, Pensacola 32501 Season runs March - May. This program is designed to provide girls, ages 9-14, with the basic skills and elements of the game of volleyball. Participants will have the opportunity to play organized league volleyball in a controlled environment. Games and practices will be held at the Vickrey Resource Center. Visit the website under Athletics and Sports - Youth Sports - Volleyball for more information and to download a registration form. 850-912-4056

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3200 East Lakeview Avenue - Exchange Park, Pensacola 32503 Season runs March - May. Ages 7 - 16 (Eligibility date January 1). For more information visit our website under Athletics and Sports - Youth Sports or email Cheryl Fox at cfox@cityofpensacola.com. 850-912-4109

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Roger Scott Athletic Complex, Pensacola 32504 Registration for the Fall Season is now open! ?Ages 4-15: open registration runs through August 10; after that date, players will be added on an asneeded basis. 850-937-0111

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Ensley Youth Football Association

551 East Nine Mile Road, Pensacola 32514 EYSA Inc. is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to teaching fair play, sportsmanship, work ethic & community pride to youth ages 5-14. Contact us for registration information. 850-341-0074 www.eteamz.com/ensleyyouthsportsassociation

Gulf Breeze Futbol Academy

1230 Crane Cove Boulevard, Gulf Breeze 32583 The Gulf Breeze Futbol Academy will provide a competitive soccer experience for the committed soccer player. We will strive for Total Player Development in an environment that fosters individual confidence along with team success. These goals will be achieved through hard work, sacrifice, dedication and the complete commitment to every level of player. We support goals by improving individual skills through well-structured practice sessions and playing games at the highest competitive age-appropriate level possible. Visit our website to register for the 2016-2017 competitive and recreational season. www.gulfbreezefa.com

Gulf Breeze Lacrosse

Gulf Breeze REC lacrosse January to May. We also have a spring, summer fall travel girls club. Gulf Breeze Lacrosse field boys teams U11, U13 and high school age teams. We compete against teams and tournaments along the Gulf Coast. 850-529-0827

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Gulf Breeze Sports Association

800 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze 32561 GBSA is a community volunteer organization that provides community children with a vast variety of sports teams to choose from. Fall registrations are available online for 2016 football (ages 5-14) 2016 soccer (ages 5-14) and girls volleyball (ages 8-14). 850-934-5140

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Gulf Coast Texans Soccer Club

Gulf Coast Texans Soccer Club in Pensacola Florida is offering recreational soccer seasons in the Fall and the Spring and special training opportunities in the Winter and the Summer. Volunteer organization with volunteer coaches. Once a week players have the opportunity to train with professional coaches for free. This gives players a great advantage for learning the technical skills of the beautiful game of soccer. We offer programs from ages 5years to 18 years. In the Spring we have a special High School league that plays small sided games of 6 v 6. Visit our website for more info and to register for any of our ongoing programs. 850-477-7842

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Northeast Pensacola Sports League

The mission of Bayside is to provide all soccer players, who aspire to reach their full potential, with a competitive and challenging environment that emphasizes the development of his/her technical and tactical skills.

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regardless of race, color, creed or national origin; to practice the ideals of health, citizenship and character; to bring our youth closer together through the means of common interest in sportsmanship and fair play; to impart to the game elements of safety, sanity and intelligent supervision; and to keep the welfare of the player first, foremost and entirely free of any adult quest for glory. Visit our website for information on individual teams and leagues in the NWFYSA. Websites to the individual leagues are included under the Parks tab. For more information you can also email breed@ nwfysa.org.

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North West Florida Youth Sports Alliance

The Mission of the North West Florida Youth Sports Alliance (NWFYSA) is to: include and inspire youth,

555 East Nine Mile Road, Pensacola 32514 Northeast Pensacola wee-ball, tee-ball, baseball and softball leagues. Please visit our website for more information or find us on Facebook at NEP Ball Park. www.nepball.com

Pensacola Beach Volleyball Club

The Pensacola Beach Volleyball Club was founded in 2003. It was established to offer an additional season of Volleyball for the Middle School and High School girls to increase their skills and knowledge of the game. The PBVC provides girls ages 12-17 in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties an opportunity to play competitive volleyball. 850-341-5584

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Pensacola Hype Athletics

The Pensacola HYPE Youth Football Program is one of the sports programs of HYPE Pensacola Inc. a Non Profit Youth Mentoring Program. This program offers football, cheerleading, baseball, and basketball. Call, visit our website or find us on Facebook for more information. 850-382-4130

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Pensacola Junior Ice Flyers

Bringing youth ice hockey to the Northwest Florida area. Visit our website for teams, clinics and registration information. For more information email info@ jriceflyers.com. www.jriceflyers.com

Pensacola Lacrosse Association for Youth

8101 University Boulevard, Unit B, Pensacola 32514 PLAY is a youth lacrosse organization sponsoring boys and girls youth lacrosse teams. These teams are grouped by age and skill for the purpose of fun and competitive play. The teams compete each year from Jan-May in the Gulf Coast Lacrosse Conference (GCLC). During the off-season PLAY holds clinics focused on improving fundamentals and having fun. For more information visit our website or email sarah.e.roselli@gmail.com. 850-393-5222

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Pensacola Sports

101 West Main Street, Pensacola 32502 No matter the season, there’s always something going on. Pensacola Sports offers a wide array of sporting and athletic events sure to spark your interest—whether as an amateur or professional athlete, or a spectator. Discover a Pensacola Sports event that moves you and sign up today. 850-434-2800

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Pensacola Youth Baseball - Fricker Resource Center

Registration begins February 1. Season runs March May. Ages U12 - U14 and Rec League for ages 5 - 14. Please visit the website for details under Athletics and Sports - Youth Sports - Football. www.playpensacola.com

Perdido Bay Youth Sports Association

2020 Bauer Road, Pensacola 32506 The Perdido Bay Youth Sports Association is a nonprofit, all volunteer organization dedicated to the support, education and development in the youth in

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our community through organized sports. Our league includes baseball, basketball, lacrosse, tackle football, flag football, softball, cheerleading, and kickball. Visit our website or email us at pbysa.webmail@gmail.com. www.pbysa.org

Precision Lacrosse

Precision Lacrosse is Pensacola’s premier lacrosse organization. We are dedicated to the education, training, and success of student athletes. Our service will provide programs from the beginner and youth levels to the elite high school college recruit. The majority of our programs are designed for rapid development outside of your normal school/recreational team, while our elite programs provide a platform for those serious about playing lacrosse at the collegiate level. We have something for everyone. We instruct all levels, all positions,

volleyball. To find a program nearest you, visit the website. www.upward.org

Warrington Youth Sports Association

Home of the 2014 -2015 AAU 8 and under National Champions and 2014 AAU 12 National Champions!AAU youth baseball, basketball, cheerleading , football , track & field across the Gulf Coast. Visit our website for registration information or email warringtonyouthsports@gmail.com. 850-341-1101

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West Florida Waves Volleyball

Providing volleyball skill instruction and playing opportunities to junior age girls from the Pensacola and surrounding areas. We offer grass roots and developmental programs locally while our travel teams compete locally and regionally.

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Southern Youth Sports Association

The Southern Youth Sports Association (SYSA) is a local grass-roots nonprofit organization. Currently, SYSA offers basketball, cheerleading, baseball, football and tutoring programs. The SYSA is a program administered by local leaders in our community for the benefit of youth in our community. Please visit our website for more information, to volunteer or register. 850-438-6233

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SYSA T-Ball/Baseball

The SYSA Pensacola Tigers offers T-Ball and Baseball in the spring at the Theophalis May Resource Center. For more call or visit our website. 850-438-6233

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Upward Sports

Upward Sports is the world’s largest Christian youth sports provider. Upward Sports is the only organization that offers the 360 Progression™, a uniquely designed total sports experience that adapts and expands as players grow in their personal athletic journeys. The 360 Progression develops total athletes mentally, athletically, spiritually, and socially – producing players who excel both on and off the field. Sports included in the Upward Program include baseball, basketball, cheerleading, soccer, flag football and Greater Pensacola Parents I August 2016

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4101 Montessori Drive, Pensacola 32504 The MSP tennis program offers specialized instruction for children 14 and under. All levels of instruction are available Monday through Thursday and foster a love of the game. Children will play group tennis games, learn strokes, serving and net play, proper form and court etiquette. All equipment is provided and is age appropriate. We also offer the only USTA approved 36ft courts in the entire panhandle, which are designed specifically for young children. www.montessoripensacola.com

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2130 Summit Boulevard, Pensacola 32503 Junior Team Tennis is available at Roger Scott along with Tennis Play Days and Junior Academy - Monday - Thursday, 4pm - 6pm. For more information on the Junior Academy contact William McClelland at 251232-4800. For more information on Junior Teams and Play Days call or visit our website. 251-232-4800

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1230 Crane Cove Boulevard, Gulf Breeze 32563 Club II is the NEW fitness facility which has opened at the site of the original Club Fitness Center In Gulf Breeze. We offer youth tennis clinics and more. Visit our website for details.

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3215 Langley Avenue, Pensacola 32504 At the Y, we believe that sports offer another way for us to help build your child’s muscles while building character. In Y sports, there are no tryouts, and every child plays at least half of every game. We emphasize learning teamwork and sportsmanship while improving coordination, building strength and endurance and having fun. Registration is available online. For more information, or to volunteer to be a coach, contact Nathan Lee (Northeast Branch) at nlee@ ymcanwfl.org. all year round. We strive to provide the best environment for lacrosse players to learn, grow, and succeed.

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6464 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 32563 The mission of Paradise Productions is to develop artistic and social skills through arts education and performance and to provide quality entertainment to the public. 850-939-3020

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Pensacola Little Theatre

400 South Jefferson Street, Pensacola 32502 Pensacola Little Theatre’s Education Department provides training and guidance to help performers, designers, directors and technicians of all ages create magic on the stage. We offer classes for students from pre-k to adult. Register Online. 850-432-2042

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SETSCO

1010 North 12th Avenue, Pensacola 32503 SetsCo is the first Shakespearean contemporary teen acting company in the Gulf Coast area. We are dedicated to performing quality productions of Shakespeare and to offering instruction that includes learning about the play, the playwright, and the theatre. SetsCo offers a two-year conservatory program of study and a full, producing company that performs at fairs, festivals, and other venues in the southeastern region. Each year, we mount a full-length, Elizabethan play (usually Shakespeare). We are a non-profit company, and our mission is to provide teens in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties with instruction and performance opportunities that lead to their significant growth as artists, as community members, and as human beings. For more information visit our website. 662-278-8383

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by Robie H Harris, Illustrated by Nadine Bernard Westcott (Candlewick) Entering a crowded amusement park with his family, Gus remarks that there are so many people there. His sister Nellie points out that while that’s true, there is only ‘one’ of Gus and ‘one’ of her. As they navigate the park, filled with other patrons from various cultures and backgrounds, they discover the importance of their own individuality along with an appreciation for the rich tapestry of likewise unique people in their world. Nellie and Gus discover kids with glasses and kids without, complexions that tan and some that don’t, clothing that varies according to culture – all enjoying the same experience of the park. While celebrating diversity, Who We Are is a rich examination of all the little things that make each child a uniquely special individual.

Happy in Our Skin by Fran Manushkin, Illustrated by Lauren Tobia (Candlewick) A celebration of skin and all its marvelous power, this rhyming romp touches on all the good things that our skin can do. It keeps our insides in and the outside out. When our skins gets a scrape, it creates its own patch as it heals. Decorated with freckles, bumps, dimples and fingerprints, our skin is our own special everyday covering that is distinctly our own. And along with learning all the things that skin does everyday, Tobia’s warm illustrations explore all the different skin types that color the palette of our larger community. With shades of cinnamon, honey, cream and cocoa, this lively title is a delicious celebration of the very special skins we live in.

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Cat’s Cooking: Seed to Table 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. Join our gardener Cat for a cooking class featuring fresh harvest from our community garden. Price: complimentary (you will just eat a sample, not a full meal). Call (850) 433-5353 ext. 10 or visit http://everman.org/. Yoga at the Pensacola Museum of Art 5:30-6:30 p.m. Art and yoga have complimentary and intrinsically valuable benefits and the gallery provides the perfect space to awaken your imagination. Join us for a 60-minute session led by instructor, Nancy LaNasa. All levels welcome. What to Bring: towel, mat, water bottle. Free for PMA members; non-Members are free with cost of general admission. Visit www.pensacolamuseum.org/ for more info.

Tuesday, August 2

Pensacola Wahoos Baseball Fat Tuesday Game begins at 6:30 p.m. Fans have a chance to buy individual tickets to the Winn-Dixie Party Deck for an all-you-can-eat buffet for 90 minutes. This features unlimited hamburgers, hot dogs and popcorn along with samples from Moe’s Southwest Grill, Papa John’s, Hemingway’s Island Grill, Newk’s Eatery and Pita Pit. For more info, call (850) 934-8444 or visit www.milb. com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t4124&m=6&y=2016. Funky Flow Yoga 6-7 p.m. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. Free. Funky Flow is a creative hour with fun postures and music, combining yin and yang postures. Please wear comfortable clothing, all you need is yourself, a mat if you have one and an open mind. Call (850) 433-5353 ext. 10 or visit http://everman.org/. Story Sprouts 10 a.m.-noon. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 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) 4335353 ext. 10 or visit http://everman.org/.

nity 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. KickStart Soccer Camp Pensacola Sports KickStart Soccer Camp is a FREE soccer clinic for children of all skill levels between the ages of 4 and 12. This is a great opportunity to introduce your child to the sport of soccer in a fun and casual learning environment. Hours are 8:30-10:15 a.m. for ages 4-8 and 10:15-noon for ages 9-12. For more info and to register, visit http://pensacolasports.org/.

Wednesday, August 3

Pensacola Wahoos Baseball Back to School Bash Game begins at 6:30 p.m. Are you ready to go back to school? Come enjoy fireworks after the game before the kids go back to school! For more info, call (850) 934-8444 or visit www.milb.com/schedule/index. jsp?sid=t4124&m=6&y=2016. KickStart Soccer Camp Pensacola Sports KickStart Soccer Camp is a FREE soccer clinic for children of all skill levels between the ages of 4 and 12. For more info, see August 2 listing.

Thursday, August 4

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Shrek the Musical Various performance times. Visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com/ for more info. Funky Flow Yoga 6-7 p.m. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. For more info, see August 2 listing. KickStart Soccer Camp Pensacola Sports KickStart Soccer Camp is a FREE soccer clinic for children of all skill levels between the ages of 4 and 12. For more info, see August 2 listing. Pensacola Museum of Art Film Screening: The Story of Women and Art (episode 3) 7-8 p.m. Free. In the final program of the series, Professor Amanda Vickery explores the explosion of creative opportunities for women as the 20th century dawned. Travelling from London and Paris to the remote Swedish countryside and the bleak desert landscape of New Mexico; this was a time where Western women were demanding ever increasing roles across society and female artists found the strength to push the boundaries of art even further. For more info, visit www.pensacolamuseum.org/.

Friday, August 5

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Shrek the Musical Various performance times. For more info, see August 4 listing.

Bands on the Beach Free concert series 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. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets; however, pets and glass are prohibited. August 2 band is Hot Sauce Band. 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.

Hill-Kelly Drive-In Movie Series Hunter Ampitheater at Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Street, Pensacola. Parking begins at 6 p.m.; movie begins at 8. FREE, family-friendly movies in a park setting. Bring your coolers, blankets and chairs, but please no pets or glass. For more info, call (850) 4365670 or visit www.PensacolaCommunityMaritimePark. com. August 5 movie is Zootopia.

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The Pensacola Chapter of Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast Monthly Meeting Meets the 1st Friday of every month at the Gulf Coast Kid’s House from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please join us for this time of non-traditional networking and education. The program includes education segments, presenta-

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tions by local business women and is designed to provide women with the resources and connections they need to help them grow personally and professionally. Lunch provided. Visit www.powerfulwomengulfcoast. com.

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The Groove Orient Live Music at Casino Beach Bar & Grille 41 Fort Pickens Road, Pensacola Beach. 9-11 p.m. Join us for live music by The Groove Orient (TGO), a highpowered, no-holds-barred, rock ‘n’ roll act based out of Orlando. For more info, visit www.casinobeachbar.com/. Florida’s 3-Day Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday During this period, retailers will not be required to collect state and local sales use tax on most footwear, clothing, backpacks and school supplies priced less than $100. Garments and accessories are tax free up to $60 each, shoes are tax-free up to $60 per pair, and school supplies are tax-free up to $15 each including items such as pens, pencils, erasers, rulers, and glue. Indoor Garage Sale at Pensacola Garden Center 8 a.m.-2p.m. 1850 N. Ninth Avenue, Pensacola. More than 35 vendors, air-conditioned indoor flea market type sales where members and the public can browse for that special item. Free admission and lunch is available. Call (850) 432-6095 or visit www.pensacolagardencenter.com/ events/garage-sale/ for more info. Star Gazing 8 p.m., Fort Pickens, Pensacola Beach. Meet at Battery Worth Picnic area. Join park staff and volunteers from the Escambia Amateur Astronomers Association (EAAA) for a fun night out under the stars. Get an up close view of some celestial objects and learn more about the night sky. Telescopes will be available for use. For more info, call (850) 934-2600.

Saturday, August 6

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Shrek the Musical Various performance times. For more info, see August 4 listing. Palafox Market 9 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. Santa Rosa Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 4587 Woodbine Road, Pace (in front of The Pace Presbyterian Church). Providing local goods, including produce, baked breads, canned preserves, cooked meats and even wood-fired pizza. Saenger Theatre Presents The Maltese Falcon 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can only be purchased at the Saenger Theatre Box Office. Box Office opens at 6 p.m. Saturday evening, but advance purchase is recommended. ALL SEATS GENERAL ADMISSION. Visit www. pensacolasaenger.com/ for details. Saenger Theatre Presents Disney’s Mary Poppins 11 a.m. Tickets are $5 and can only be purchased at the Saenger Theatre Box Office. Box Office opens at 10 a.m. Saturday morning, but advance purchase is recommended. ALL SEATS GENERAL ADMISSION. Visit www. pensacolasaenger.com/ for details. Jacksonian Guard Colors Ceremony 6 p.m., Plaza Ferdinand, South Palafox St. Reenactment of Jacksonian-era soldiers, fifers, and drummers performing a colors ceremony in period 1821 uniforms, offering military salutes, manual of arms, fife and drum music and, the lowering of a replica 23-star flag that

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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. Worship on the Water 9 and 11 a.m. weekly church services held in the tent at the Flora-Bama. The service always draws a large and friendly crowd. Visit www.visitperdido.com/events/ worship-on-the-water.

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Florida’s 3-Day Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday

Cordova Mall Back-to-School Bash 2-4 p.m. at Cordova Mall, 5100 N 9th Avenue, Pensacola. Sponsored by Troy University and The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart. Families can kick off the new school year with face painting, caricature drawings, music, a photo booth, shopping, a fashion show, and much more! Get rewarded for your back-to-school shopping with a swag bag for the first 200 attendees. For more info, call (850) 477-7562. Florida’s 3-Day Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday For more info, see August 5 listing. Parents’ Night Out at Mojo Elite Gymnastics 6-10 p.m. 6890 W Fairfield Dr., Pensacola. Children 4 and under must have adult supervision. Parents can drop older children off for only $20 per child for supervised play. Admission covers pizza and drinks also. Parents are welcome to stay and play for free if they choose. Open to the public; no membership required. Call (850) 733-3547 or visit www.mojogymnastics.com. The Groove Orient Live Music at Casino Beach Bar & Grille 41 Fort Pickens Road, Pensacola Beach. 9-11 p.m. For more info, see August 5 listing. CKB Football Skills Camp 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Roger Scott Athletic. For more info, visit http://pensacolasports.org/.

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Shrek the Musical Various performance times. For more info, see August 4 listing.

Tuesday, August 9

Market in the Breeze 4-8 p.m., Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see August 2 listing.

Saenger Theatre Presents Ben-Hur 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can only be purchased at the Saenger Theatre Box Office. Box Office opens at 6 p.m. Saturday evening, but advance purchase is recommended. ALL SEATS GENERAL ADMISSION. Visit www. pensacolasaenger.com/ for details.

Bands on the Beach Chloe Channell will perform. For more info, see August 2 listing.

Wednesday, August 10

Blue Angels Practice National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. Open bleacher seating is available for seating 1,000 people. Chair service is provided at each practice session, a limited quantity of chairs are available for a fee of $3 per chair good for that dayÕs practice session. Concessions (bottled water, sport drinks, light food and treats) and merchandise are also available. 100% ID check for all visitors 18 years old and over to access the museum flight line to view Blue Angel practice. Call (850) 4523604 or visit www.navalaviationmuseum.org/.

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Star Gazing 7:30 p.m. The Escambia Amateur Astronomers’ Association will offer FREE star gazing at the Gulfside Pavilion. Discover the greatness of the night sky on beautiful Pensacola Beach. Free parking available in the Casino Beach parking lot, near the Beach Ball Water Tower. Visitors with questions can call (850) 450-7767 after 4 p.m.

Blues Angel Music Blues on the Bay ConcertBoukou Groove 6 p.m. at The Community Maritime Park. Pack your coolers and bring your lawn chairs. Concessions are available. Please do not bring pets or glass containers into the park. Concerts are free and open to the public. Visit http://www.pensacolacommunitymaritimepark.com.

Star Gazing 7:30 p.m. The Escambia Amateur Astronomers’ Association will offer FREE star gazing at the Gulfside Pavilion. For more info, see August 12 listing.

Monthly Bay Bluffs Park Cleanup 9-10 a.m. Bay Bluffs Preserve. Come join the Scenic Highway Foundation, Ocean Hour FL, Earth Ethics, and the City of Pensacola on second Saturdays for the Monthly Clean Up of Bay Bluffs Park, 3400 Scenic Hwy, at the corner of Summit Blvd. Sign-in is at 8:45. Don’t forget to bring water and sunscreen!

Bushwacker 5K to Benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters The Capt’n Fun Runners present the annual 3.1 mile race to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters at 7:30 a.m. The race follows a course beginning in Gulf Breeze at the South Santa Rosa Recreation Center on Shoreline Drive and finishes on Pensacola Beach at the Quietwater Beach Boardwalk after crossing Bob Sikes Bridge. Free transportation from Pensacola Beach to start line 6:307:30 a.m. Park at Pensacola Beach, no transportation returning to Gulf Breeze. Registration is $30 through August 5 and on race day. Register at www.werunwild. com Registration forms are also available online at www.captnfun.net. For more info, call Johnny at (850) 939-8073 or Big Brothers Big Sisters at (850) 433-KIDS (5437).

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Shrek the Musical Various performance times. For more info, see August 4 listing.

Saturday, August 13

Ron White Performs at the Saenger Theatre 7 and 9:30 p.m. FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. Ron “Tater Salad” White, best known as the cigar smoking, scotch drinking funnyman from the “Blue Collar Comedy” phenomenon, makes his long-awaited return to Pensacola, with his new stand-up show. ALL SEATS RESERVED. For tickets or more info, visit www.pensacolasaenger.com/ events/ron-white. Blue Angels Practice National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see August 10 listing.

Friday, August 12

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Shrek the Musical Various performance times. For more info, see August 4 listing.

Jacksonian Guard Colors Ceremony 6 p.m., Plaza Ferdinand, South Palafox St. For more info, see August 6 listing. Santa Rosa Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 4587 Woodbine Road, Pace (in front of The Pace Presbyterian Church). For more info, see August 6 listing. Palafox Market 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. For more info, see August 6 listing. Toast at the Top of the Lighthouse Tour 7 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 nonalcoholic 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. Turtle Baby Shower 2-5 p.m. at Landshark Landing, Margaritaville Beach Hotel, 165 Fort Pickens Road, Pensacola Beach. Join us for a fun afternoon to celebrate and learn about sea turtles! Currently the Pensacola Beach and surrounding area has 35 nests that will be hatching throughout the next few months. During the Sea Turtle Baby Shower Event, guest will learn about these amazing creatures, participate in sea turtle crafts and activities and check out local artist and vendors. This is a free event, open to the public. For more info, visit www.pbadvocates.org or call (850) 916-6971. Ghost Hunt at Pensacola Lighthouse 8:30 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 and include a trip to the top of the Lighthouse for a look across Pensacola Bay, weather permitting. This tour recommended for children 12 and over only. Call (850) 393-1561 or visit www.pensacolalighthouse.org/. Parents’ Night Out at Mojo Elite Gymnastics 6-10 p.m. 6890 W Fairfield Dr., Pensacola. For more info, see August 6 listing. Pensacola Children’s Chorus Auditions for 20162017 Season Two audition sessions will be held for the Pensacola

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FamilyCalendar Children’s Chorus’ 27th Season at the Margaret Moore Nickelsen Center, 46 East Chase Street. 4th-8th grade will audition August 13 from 9 a.m.-noon; 9th-12th grade will audition August 14 from 1-4 p.m. No preparation necessary to audition, students are simply asked to bring their best selves. Please call (850) 434-7760 to make an appointment for your audition. For more info, visit http:// pensacolachildrenschorus.com/.

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Thursday, August 18

Funky Flow Yoga 6-7 p.m. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. For more info, see August 2 listing. Blue Angels Practice National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see August 10 listing.

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Sunday, August 14

Pensacola Wahoos Baseball Beach Night/Family Sunday/ZOOperstars Game begins at 4 p.m. Summer isn’t over yet! Celebrate Beach Night hosted by National Park Service; McDonald’s Family Sunday where kids can run the bases postgame and play catch on the field; and a ZOOperstars performance. Watch Clammy Sosa, Shark McGwire, and Harry Canary flip, bounce, shake, and dance their way through comical between-innings routines with players, umpires and fans. For more info, call (850) 934-8444 or visit www.milb.com/schedule/index. jsp?sid=t4124&m=6&y=2016. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Shrek the Musical Various performance times. For more info, see August 4 listing. Trivia Trek 10 a.m.-3 p.m. every Sunday, at the Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see August 7. Pensacola Children’s Chorus Auditions for 20162017 Season Two audition sessions will be held for the Pensacola Children’s Chorus’ 27th Season at the Margaret Moore Nickelsen Center, 46 East Chase Street. For more info, see August 13 listing.

Tuesday, August 16

Story Sprouts 10 a.m.-noon. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. For more info, see August 2 listing. Funky Flow Yoga 6-7 p.m. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. For more info, see August 2 listing. Bands on the Beach CrossTown will perform. For more info, see August 2 listing. Market in the Breeze 4-8 p.m., Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see August 2 listing. Blue Angels Practice National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see August 10 listing.

Kids’ Night Out at Roger Scott Tennis 6-9:30 p.m. 2130 Summit Blvd, Pensacola. Come drop your kids off (ages 5-14) for an evening with tennis, food and fun! RSVP’s highly encouraged, but drop-ins always welcome! Same nights as Gallery Nights downtown throughout the year! (No November, December or January) Cost: $20/child. Call (850) 912-4103 or e-mail rstc@cityofpensacola.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. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Shrek the Musical Various performance times. For more info, see August 4 listing. The Gulf Breeze Chapter of Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast Monthly Meeting Meets the 3rd Friday of every month at the Hampton Inn & Suites from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please join us for this time of non-traditional networking and education. The program includes education segments, presentations by local business women and is designed to provide women with the resources and connections they need to help them grow personally and professionally. Lunch provided. Visit www.powerfulwomengulfcoast. com. HBA Home & Product Expo Begins at 1 p.m. Pensacola Bay Center. Visit the 2016 Home & Product Expo to make your home a place where you love to live. A much-anticipated event for area homeowners and homebuyers. Tickets $5 at the door; kids free. Free parking. Visit www.pensacolabaycenter.com/ for details.

Saturday, August 20

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Shrek the Musical Various performance times. For more info, see August 4 listing. Palafox Market 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. For more info, see August 6 listing. Saenger Theatre Presents An American in Paris 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can only be purchased at the Saenger Theatre Box Office. Box Office opens at 6 p.m. Saturday evening, but advance purchase is recommended. ALL SEATS GENERAL ADMISSION. Visit www. pensacolasaenger.com/ for details.

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Pensacola Comic Con 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Pensacola Fairgrounds Expo Main Hall, located at 6655 Mobile Highway. The Pensacola Comic Convention is for fans of science fiction, fantasy, horror, costuming, comics, renaissance, gaming, anime, indie films, paranormal and more. Celebrity meet-and-greets, discussion panels, screenings, demonstrations, workshops and a competition are available to all convention

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attendees. Admission is $10 and up per person. Children 7 and under are admitted for free. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Ronald McDonald House and various local charities. For more info, visit www.pensacolacomiccon.com or call (850) 941-4321. Project Greenshores 9- 10 a.m. Wayside Park East. Come join Ocean Hour for clean up the third Saturday of every month. Project Greenshores is at the Three Mile Bridge and Bayfront Parkway. Buckets, grabbers, gloves and trash bags will be supplied. Dress for the weather and bring water and sunscreen as needed. Contact oceanhourfl@gmail.com, or call (850) 450-1112 and leave a message. Santa Rosa Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 4587 Woodbine Road, Pace (in front of The Pace Presbyterian Church). For more info, see August 6 listing. STEM Saturday: Making Aviation History 9 a.m.-1 p.m. National Flight Academy. K-6th grade students learn and discover some of the most amazing records ever made in aviation history, and also explore some aviation feats that have never been done before! Students will play the role of future aviators, trying to break aviation’s longest holding world records. Additionally, these students will fly the T-45 Goshawk in NFA’s simulators. Call (850) 458-7836 or visit www. nationalflightacademy.com. Continuum Live Music at Casino Beach Bar & Grille 41 Fort Pickens Road, Pensacola Beach. 7-10 p.m. Continuum is a 4-piece band that has coined the term Electronic “Soulk” (a combination of Folk and Soul) to describe their own singular and unusual style. For more info, visit www.casinobeachbar.com/events/thevegabonds/. Jacksonian Guard Colors Ceremony 6 p.m., Plaza Ferdinand, South Palafox St. For more info, see August 6 listing. HBA Home & Product Expo Begins at 10 a.m. Pensacola Bay Center. For more info, see August 19 listing.

Sunday, August 21

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Shrek the Musical Various performance times. For more info, see August 4 listing. Worship on the Water 9 and 11 a.m. weekly church services held in the tent at the Flora-Bama. For more info, see August 7 listing. Trivia Trek 10 a.m.-3 p.m. every Sunday, at the Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see August 7. Blues Angel Music Blues on the Bay Concert-Reunion Band 6 p.m. at The Community Maritime Park. For details, see August 7 listing. Pensacola Comic Con 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Pensacola Fairgrounds Expo Main Hall, located at 6655 Mobile Highway. For more info, see August 20 listing. HBA Home & Product Expo Begins at noon. Pensacola Bay Center. For more info, see August 19 listing.

Tuesday, August 23

Story Sprouts 10 a.m.-noon. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. For more info, see August 2 listing.

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Funky Flow Yoga 6-7 p.m. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. For more info, see August 2 listing. Bands on the Beach Deception will perform. For info, see August 2 listing.

Pensacola Wahoos Baseball Fat Tuesday Game begins at 6:30 p.m. For details, see August 2 listing.

Saturday, September 3

Continuum Live Music at Casino Beach Bar & Grille 41 Fort Pickens Road, Pensacola Beach. 7-10 p.m. For details, see August 20 listing.

Palafox Market 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. See August 6 for details. Santa Rosa Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 4587 Woodbine Road, Pace (in front of The Pace Presbyterian Church). For more info, see August 6 listing.

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Saenger Theatre Presents The Sting 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can only be purchased at the Saenger Theatre Box Office. Box Office opens at 6 p.m. Saturday evening, but advance purchase is recommended. ALL SEATS GENERAL ADMISSION. Visit www. pensacolasaenger.com/ for details.

Gulf Coast Seafood Festival Seville Square, Pensacola. Visit www.gulfcoastseafoodfestival.com or call Willie at (251) 213-5157 for details.

Gulf Coast Seafood Festival Seville Square, Pensacola. For more info, see August 26 listing.

Palafox Market 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. See August 6 for details.

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Hill-Kelly Drive-In Movie Series Hunter Ampitheater at Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Street, Pensacola. September 2 movie is Star Wars: The Force Awakens. For more info, see August 5 listing. Star Gazing 8 p.m., Fort Pickens, Pensacola Beach. For more info, see August 5 listing.

Pensacon - ‘Dress Up or Dress Up’ Costume Ball Pensacola Little Theatre from 7-11 p.m. Come “dressed up” in your best costume, cosplay, cocktail or formal wear – all are welcome! Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks from the cash bar, live entertainment, and dancing in the ballroom with celebrity DJ and Pensacon Chairman Mike Ensley. Peruse the art on display, and get ready to bid for a great organization during our silent AND live art auctions! Visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com/ for details.

Trivia Trek 10 a.m.-3 p.m. every Sunday, at the Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see August 7.

Market in the Breeze 4-8 p.m., Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see August 2 listing.

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Sunday, August 28

Saenger Theatre Presents North By Northwest 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can only be purchased at the Saenger Theatre Box Office. Box Office opens at 6 p.m. Saturday evening, but advance purchase is recommended. ALL SEATS GENERAL ADMISSION. Visit www. pensacolasaenger.com/ for details. Debby’s Kitchen 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 Appetite! Price: $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Call (850) 433-5353 ext. 10 or visit http:// everman.org/. Jacksonian Guard Colors Ceremony 6 p.m., Plaza Ferdinand, South Palafox St. For more info, see August 6 listing. Parents’ Night Out at Mojo Elite Gymnastics 6-10 p.m. 6890 W Fairfield Dr., Pensacola. For details, see August 6 listing. Toast at the Top of the Lighthouse Tour 7:30 p.m., Pensacola Lighthouse, 2081 Radford Blvd, NAS. For more info, see August 13 listing. Ghost Hunt at Pensacola Lighthouse 8:30 p.m. 2081 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see August 13 listing.

Gulf Coast Seafood Festival Seville Square, Pensacola. For more info, see August 26 listing. Worship on the Water 9 and 11 a.m. weekly church services held in the tent at the Flora-Bama. For more info, see August 7 listing. Pensacola Wahoos Baseball Family Sunday Game begins at 4 p.m. Presented by McDonald’s, kids can run the bases postgame and play catch on the field. For more info, call (850) 934-8444 or visit www.milb. com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t4124&m=6&y=2016. Blue Wahoos Women’s Club Event A great way to get together with friends, network with others & enjoy Blue Wahoos baseball! Sign up and celebrate the fifth season of Blue Wahoos baseball in 2016! If interested in joining the 2016 Women’s Club, please e-mail communityrelations@bluewahoos.com or call (850) 934-8444 ext. 205.

Tuesday, August 30

Santa Rosa Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 4587 Woodbine Road, Pace (in front of The Pace Presbyterian Church). For more info, see August 6 listing. Jacksonian Guard Colors Ceremony 6 p.m., Plaza Ferdinand, South Palafox St. For more info, see August 6 listing. 2016 Gulf Coast Summer Fest 4 p.m. Pensacola Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Street, Pensacola. Get your lawn chairs, coolers and umbrellas and come enjoy eight hours of non-stop jazz. Performing live: Gerald Albright, Steve Cole, Norman Brown, Kirk Whalum, Rick Braun, Pieces of a Dream, Brian Simpson, Alex Bugnon and Groove Symphony Jazz Band. Early admission: $65/ day of show: $75. Visit www.gulfcoastsummerfestjazzedition.com.

Sunday, September 4

Blues Angel Music Blues on the Bay ConcertNot Quite Fab (Tribute to the Beatles) 6 p.m. at The Community Maritime Park. For details, see August 7 listing.

Story Sprouts 10 a.m.-noon. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. For more info, see August 2 listing.

Trivia Trek 10 a.m.-3 p.m. every Sunday, at the Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see August 7.

Funky Flow Yoga 6-7 p.m. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. For more info, see August 2 listing.

Tuesday, September 6

Bands on the Beach The Hushpuppies will perform. For more info, see August 2 listing. Blue Angels Practice National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see August 10 listing. Market in the Breeze 4-8 p.m., Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see August 2 listing. 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. For more info, visit www.pensacolamuseum.org/. Pensacola Wahoos Baseball Fat Tuesday Game begins at 6:30 p.m. For details, see August 2 listing.

Story Sprouts 10 a.m.-noon. Ever’man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. For more info, see August 2 listing. Bands on the Beach The Blenders will perform. For more info, see August 2 listing. Market in the Breeze 4-8 p.m., Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. For more info, see August 2 listing. 123 Grow Series Workshop 5:30-7:30 p.m. 1901 North Pace Blvd., Pensacola. How to do business with the city, county & state workshop for free. Register at www.gcaacc.info or call (850) 438-3993. Auditions for 2016-17 Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company Students ages 13-19 are eligible to audition for the Company. Company members meet once a month for a 3-hour advanced technique workshop; they perform throughout the year at arts festivals and Renaissance

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FamilyCalendar fairs; they produce a full-length, classic play in the summer; and they play an instrumental role in running the Company as an arts business. Auditions will include a physical and vocal warm up, improvisation, and a cold reading from a Shakespeare play. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and athletic or dance shoes. Auditions will be held in the Old Sacred Heart Hospital building, 1010 N. 12th Avenue, Suite 211. Visit http://setsco.org/index. html for details.

and tails. Each race will be about 12 minutes apart with a break for lunch. Call (850) 723-0800 or visit http:// pensacoladragonboatfestival.com/.

Wednesday, September 7

Blue Angels Practice National Naval Aviation Museum - viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd., Pensacola. For more info, see August 10 listing. Auditions for 2016-17 Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company Students ages 13-19 are eligible to audition for the Company. For more info, see September 6 listing.

Friday, September 9

Star Gazing 7 p.m. The Escambia Amateur Astronomers’ Association will offer FREE star gazing at the Gulfside Pavilion. For more info, see August 12 listing. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Time Stands Still 7:30 p.m. Meet Sarah and James, a photojournalist and foreign correspondent trying to find happiness in a world that seems to have gone crazy. Theirs is a partnership based on telling the toughest stories, and together, making a difference. But when their own story takes a sudden turn, the adventurous couple confronts the prospect of a more conventional life. Visit www. pensacolalittletheatre.com/ for details. Dixon Dub 6 p.m. in the brand-new ballroom of the Hilton Pensacola Beach. This event will feature teams competing in a lip sync battle to raise funds for Dixon School of the Arts, music, laughter, food and fun in celebration of the arts and in support of a school that uses them to inspire and empower young scholars. Sponsorship packages are available. For more info, contact Jill at (850) 393-8150 or jill@innisfreehotels. com.

Saturday, September 10

Star Gazing 7 p.m. The Escambia Amateur Astronomers’ Association will offer FREE star gazing at the Gulfside Pavilion. For more info, see August 12 listing. Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Time Stands Still 7:30 p.m. See September 9 listing for details. Palafox Market 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. See August 6 for details. Santa Rosa Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 4587 Woodbine Road, Pace (in front of The Pace Presbyterian Church). For more info, see August 6 listing. Saenger Theatre Presents Citizen Kane 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can only be purchased at the Saenger Theatre Box Office. Box Office opens at 6 p.m. Saturday evening, but advance purchase is recommended. ALL SEATS GENERAL ADMISSION. Visit www. pensacolasaenger.com/ for details. Pensacola Dragon Boat Festival Bayou Texar/Bayview Park, E. Lloyd St., Pensacola. Led by the rhythmic beat of a drum, teams of 20 synchronized paddlers, one drummer and one steersperson race 300 meters up the river in 40-foot canoes rigged with decorative Chinese dragon heads

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Miracle Strip Corvette Club’s 14th Annual “Vettes at the Beach” Show Join Corvette lovers for a weekend of fun and sun on Pensacola Beach. Registration will be from 8 to 10 a.m. The free event draws hundreds of Corvette owners and enthusiasts from all over the country to the Casino Beach parking lot to check out more than 200 of Chevrolet’s famous sports cars, spanning seven generations from the early 1950s to today. Trophies will be awarded for best in show, sponsor’s choice, club participation, farthest distance driven and top 30 cars. The event will also feature trophies and door prizes. Individuals interested in registering a vehicle can register for $35 until August 15. Registration after that date is $45. For more info, visit www.miraclestripcorvette.com or call (850) 375-6993. Subway Pensacola Cycling Classic Welcomes Top Cyclists From Southeast Regional pros, top amateur cyclists and hand-cyclists will race in a three-stage event for more than $16,000 in prize money. Registration for this event can be found at www.usacycling.org. A free Kids Fun Race (10 and under) will also take place at the Criterium Sunday morning in downtown Pensacola. Each child participating will receive a raffle ticket for the chance to win a new bike. Bike and helmet are required to participate. The distance will be one lap, or approximately .75-mile. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals will be awarded to the top three finishers. Admission for spectators is free. For more info,visit www. pensacolacyclingclassic.com or call (360) 921-7018.

Sunday, September 11

Subway Pensacola Cycling Classic Welcomes Top Cyclists From Southeast Regional pros, top amateur cyclists and hand-cyclists will race in a three-stage event for more than $16,000 in prize money. For more info, see September 10 listing.

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. Mojo Elite Gymnastics Parent/Toddler Classes 6890 W Fairfield Dr., Pensacola. Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday morning at 9 a.m. we have a parent/ toddler class for only $5. The first visit is free. Children walking to age 3 are welcome. This is a great way for toddlers to explore in a safe environment and meet new friends! Call (850) 733-3547 or e-mail info@mojogymnastics.com.

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 and bring it with you 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.

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. 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. Registration is required for all classes and is offered online. For any questions, please call (850) 416-6378 (NEST) or visit www.sacredheart.org/SHHP/Childbirth/Main/Guidance/?ID=986. Breastfeeding 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. Offered monthly on Monday 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 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.

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FamilyCalendar “My Family’s Growing” Sibling Class Class prepares soon-to-be siblings (ages 3 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.sacredheart.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 first-time 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.sacred-heart. 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

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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 6:30-8:00 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.

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ean 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, 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/childbirthpreparation.

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/childbirthpreparation. 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, cesar-

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-and-colitis-foundationof-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. La Leche League Ever’man Educational Center, 327 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. Free. Next meeting will be held August 4 from 10 a.m.-noon. For more info, call (850) 433-5353 ext. 10 or visit http:// everman.org/event/la-leche-league-5/. 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 850-416-6378 (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/. 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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The Secret Life of Pets

Ghostbusters MPAA Rating: PG-13 Overall: B+ Violence: C+ Sexual Content: B Language: CAlcohol / Drug Use: AThe MPAA has rated Ghostbusters PG for supernatural action and crude humor. As Dr. Erin Gilbert (Kristen Wiig) anxiously awaits the news that she has been granted tenure at the prestigious university where she teaches, she becomes haunted by her past in the form of a book she co-wrote early in her career. Knowing “real scientists” don’t believe in the super natural, Dr. Gilbert seeks out her former friend, paranormal researcher Abby Yates (Melissa McCarthy), in an attempt to keep the book quiet before her career is ruined. Despite their icy reunion, the two past pals, along with engineer Jillian Holtzmann (Kate McKinnon), agree to check out the sighting of an apparition in the historic Aldridge Mansion in Manhattan. There the three brave investigators see the spirit of the dead woman, who seems peaceful and beautiful. But the poltergeist quickly shows her true colors and spews green, slimy ectoplasm all over Erin. That is all it takes to pull the serious scientist back into the world of paranormal exploration and a new squad of Ghostbusters is born. The cast is rounded off by Leslie Jones as sassy Patty Tolan, who joins the team, bringing with her all the knowledge she has of New York’s history. Chris Hemsworth is a delight as Kevin, the eye candy/ditsy receptionist. The young man is maddeningly inept, yet because he is so pretty he gets the job. The gang even comes with an updated version of the iconic Ghostbusters’ mode of transportation: a converted funeral hearse called the Ecto-1. Although the movie has its fair share of supernatural foes, the main antagonist is a human. Disgruntled hotel employee Rowan North (Neil Casey) is ready to exact revenge on the world as payback for years of being bullied. He has devised a way to unleash an army of evil spirits to take down the Big Apple. Some of the apparitions are cartoonish in appearance, like Slimer and the Stay-Puff Marshmallow Man who are recognizable from the original movie. Others border on ghoulish and demonic. Their bony faces and jagged teeth seem to jump out at the audience and will certainly be frightening for young children. The movie touches on the battle for acceptance for who we are, and not what the world says we should be. As well, it is refreshing to see the female characters in this film portrayed in a positive light. Instead of constantly using curse words and vulgarity, these women are, for the most part, intelligent and articulate. Plus, this movie is surprisingly free of sexual innuendo and suggestive language. Very reminiscent of the 1986 Ghostbusters movie, this film is filled with witty rapport and some tipping of the hat to the original plot and characters. Annie Potts, Bill Murray, Dan Ackroyd, Ernie Hudson and Sigourney Weaver each have cameos so make sure you stay to the very end.

MPAA Rating: PG Overall: BViolence: BSexual Content: B+ Language: AAlcohol / Drug Use: AThe MPAA has rated The Secret Life of Pets PG for action and some rude humor. Have you ever wondered what your pet does while you’re away? Imagining an answer to that question appears to be the inspiration for this animation. Likewise, the opening few minutes of The Secret Life of Pets shows some very funny ways dogs, cats, birds and a lost guinea pig find to amuse themselves during those long, lonely hours. But after introducing that creative premise the story sort of peters out of original ideas. Focusing mostly on Max (voice of Louis C.K.), a patchy pooch devoted to his owner Katie (voice of Ellie Kemper), things really begin the day she comes home with an unwelcomed surprise – a large scraggy stray named Duke (voice of Eric Stonestreet). Jealousy starts immediately as the forced roommates attempt to establish who will be the alpha dog. This rivalry eventually gets the pair lost in the streets of New York City where they meet up with the Flushed Pets Gang. Led by a nasty bunny (voice of Kevin Hart), these scrappy survivors are intent on getting vengeance on the humans who have abandoned and/or abused them. Max and Duke quickly realize their only hope for escaping from the unsavory sewer-dwellers is learning to work together. Unbeknownst to either of them, a rescue mission is being launched from home by Max’s neighborhood friends: Gidget a feisty white puffball (voice of Jenny Slate), a dachshund known as Buddy (voice of Hannibal Buress), a pug named Mel (voice of Bobby Moynihan), a fat cat called Chloe (voice of Lake Bell) and an unlikely ally—Tiberius a bird of prey (voice of Albert Brooks). Meanwhile a pair of animal control officers are ready to catch the lot of them. With a plot as hyperactive and directionless as a new puppy, the frenetic action bounces between scenes of silly antics and crude pet behavior (such as sniffing/licking private body parts and urinating/defecating), to dangerous situations and terrifying bad guys (some with intentions to kill or eat others). Although sexual innuendo and profanities are happily almost non-existent, this screenplay is still hard to recommend because older audiences will likely find it too juvenile, while little ones are sure to be frightened. Pet owners will perhaps be the best bet for fans of this film. They are the most likely to be able to relate to the way people dote over their four-legged children, and to chuckle at the outlandish behavior these trusted companions could be up to during daylight hours when their masters disappear.

What Parents need to know about The Secret Life of Pets...

Violence: Slapstick antics and non-graphic violent depictions are frequent. Some of these portrayals are frightening and will likely scare young viewers. Threats of bodily harm and death are made. Characters discuss using a blender to kill someone. Characters face perilous situations, including being eaten, falling from heights, getting lost, chased and impounded. Characters nearly drown, others are crushed. Death is implied. Dangerous driving occurs and vehicle crashes result. Bones of dead animals are shown. Property damage and stealing occur. Many characters engage in behavior they know would be prohibited if their owners were present. Sexual Content: The screenplay includes mild potty humor, a hit to the groin and comedic depictions of bodily functions (vomiting, urination and defecation). Animals lick and smell private body parts. Characters embrace and kiss. Language: Characters engage in name-calling and other insults. Alcohol / Drug Use: A character recounts an experience when he was given a tranquillizer drug.

What Parents need to know about Ghostbusters...

Violence: Frequent scenes depict ghosts attacking people, resulting in many being thrown, choked, hit and subjected to other bodily harm. Humans try to eliminate the paranormal beings using fantastical “ray gun” weapons. A character is electrocuted. In two instances ghosts inhabit bodies of the living -one is shown in contorted positions with a head that turns completely around. Some of the specters may be frightening to young audiences -- one appears as a large dragon-type bird that can fly, another is a human that spews ectoplasm (a slimly substance), while others are more cartoon-like. Sexual Content: The screenplay includes a few instances of brief, veiled sexual innuendo, crude content, scatological remarks and a flatulence joke. Language: Infrequent use of scatological slang, profanity, cursing and vulgar expressions. As well, infrequent terms of Christian deity are used as expletives. Alcohol / Drug Use: Brief social drinking is seen. Greater Pensacola Parents I August 2016