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Columns

Publisher’s Note Lynn Knighton

15 Ways to Earn Extra Money as a Mom

Common Sense Media How girls are seeking (and subverting) approval online.

Jobs at home and what they pay.

Kids Say the Wisest Things Beth Long, PhD, LPC, BCBA

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Everything in Between Common Sense Media

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The Savvy Party Planner Your countdown checklist to a stress free birthday party.

Birthday Party Guide

Dave Ramsey

All the local resources you need for their big day.

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On The Cover Ava Ann Scherer (10), daughter of Rebecca and Jeremy Scherer

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and big sister to Asher Scherer (3). Grandparents are Norman Clifton III, Katrina Clifton, Pamela Feaster and Kelley Hammond. Ava enjoys

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gymnastics, swimming, doing crafts, going to the beach, riding the Kubota and hunting.

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I absolutely love celebrating other people’s birthdays. Birthdays are a great opportunity to reach out and let someone know that they matter and have a special place in this world. If you are on social media and have had people you haven’t heard from in years post a birthday wish to you, then you know what I mean. It makes a person feel really good. There are some people who might think that a simple “Happy Birthday” posted on a time line does not mean anything, but it really does. That person took those few moments out of their day to let you know they were thinking about you. That is what birthdays are all about. Letting people know they are special. For every birthday in our home, my family wakes up to birthday messages, streamers and balloons because I want them to wake with a smile that I hope will last all day. Some people have boxes of holiday décor in their attic, but I have boxes of streamers, signs and balloons just waiting to be hung. At any given time you are sure to find a random piece of scotch tape on a wall in my home leftover from one of the festivities. Recently, I learned how to make balloon garland and that has taken the fun to a whole new level! If you love birthdays and party planning as much as I do, the first thing you should do is flip over to page 27, where you will find our annual Birthday Party Resource Guide. This directory is filled with valuable information to help you get ready for your special event. Make sure you tuck this issue in a convenient place so you have it year round as you plan all of your celebrations! When planning a party, there are a lot of “to-dos” that have to get done. If all those pile up on you, it makes for a very stressful event robbing you of the joy of the actual party. With proper planning you can enjoy the day just as much as the guests, if not more. In The Savvy Party Planner: Countdown To A Stress-free Birthday Celebration, on page 24, Christina Katz helps you lay out a game plan that will have you rested and ready for the big day. As we all know, parties can get expensive. There are great ways to save by reusing supplies or baking your own cake, but that still costs money. Many families I know are still struggling after the pandemic and looking for ways to bring in extra income to help with their budgets... and hopefully have money left over for the extras like parties. While there are a plethora of jobs out there due to the job shortage, you may be looking for something that will allow a little more flexibility in your schedule. If so, check out Cheryl Maguire’s recommendations in 15 Way to Earn Extra Monday as a Mom, found on page 20. Whether you are looking for a fun family activity in our Family Calendar, checking out some great School News or planning the perfect party, we hope you find the July issue both helpful and entertaining. Also during the birth month of our great country, I want to thank all of the men and women in service who work to keep us the land of the free and home of the brave. God bless the USA! Have a Happy 4th and a wonderful July!

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

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to be rewarded when they do hard things. Research has repeatedly shown that this “If, Then” style of parenting is the most effective way to change behavior.

1. It focuses on teaching, shaping, and rewarding what you want to see in your children. For example, if your children have to earn media time instead of being entitled to it, it creates a natural setting to practice doing the right thing (compliance, chores, sharing, taking turns, etc).

by Beth Long, PhD, LPC, BCBA

“They Always Take Everything Away From Me!” In the typical 21st century American household, children are given free access to most (if not all) of their favorite items. They can freely play with their toys, run around the backyard, gather their own snacks, turn on the TV, get their own drinks, and maintain control of their own electronic devices. As soon as the children misbehave, parents run into the room and start taking away the items. In other words, we want our kids to have everything, but only on our terms. This system of discipline is harmful and ineffective for several reasons… 1. It focuses is on what the child does wrong instead of what the child does well. 2. During the process of taking the item away, the child has as much power as the parent. 3. The child begins to behave out of fear of what he/she will lose instead of truly wanting to the right thing. “They always take everything away from me,” is our wise kid statement of the month. As a parent, you may be thinking, “I have to

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take everything away from my children to get them to behave.” Would you believe me if I told you that there is a much easier, more effective way to get your children to complete their chores, eat their vegetables, and take their baths? All you have to do is take control of the things you actually can control. Instead of “clean your room or I will take away your iPad,” try “clean your room and you can have 30 minutes on your iPad.” The difference I am suggesting is a simple change in semantics, but a change in semantics will make all the difference. Let’s look at it another way. Taking away the items you have given your children is equivalent to a company paying their employees before work and then collecting a portion of the pay every time an employee accidentally or intentionally does something wrong. I am pretty confident that no one would choose to work for that company! So why do we choose this as our primary way to parent? We can all agree that most children are NOT intrinsically (internally) motivated. Children are not born with a desire to be constantly obedient and positive. Children are extrinsically (externally) motivated and need

2. It allows the parent to be proactive instead of reactive. Threats of loss often lead to tantrums or uncontrollable situations. “If, Then” allows the child to see that they have some control in the situation, which encourages logical thinking, and wise decision making. 3. When this approach is done well, children are rewarded for every attempt they make to “do the right thing”. This naturally develops self-compassion, which is one of the most important requirements for mental health. Self-compassion is one’s ability to accurately see their own strengths/ weaknesses. People who are self-compassionate are able to focus on where they need to improve, make goals to do so, and reward themselves for their efforts.

Dr. Beth Long received her education in Counseling Psychology from Chapman University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Beth has worked in six unique clinical environments across the country and currently owns Works of Wonder Therapy in Montgomery. Beth utilizes the knowledge from a variety of different disciplines to give her patients the best care possible. To learn more visit www.worksofwondertherapy.com.

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Escambia County Holds Bicentennial Celebration

Saturday, July 17 At sunrise, the Santa Rosa Creek Tribe will offer a blessing of this important day in Florida’s history downtown in the UWF Historic Trust Museum Plaza. All are welcome to attend. Later that morning, a formal program will take place in Museum Plaza (Historic Pensacola Village), exactly 200 years after the exchange of Spanish and American flags. The UWF Symphonic Band will play The Star Spangled Banner, Spanish and English military reenactors will mingle with the audience, and Historic Pensacola Village will be open to the public at no charge. For more info, visit www. visitpensacola.com/ event/escambiacounty’s-bicentennialcelebration/8710/.

Pensacola Sports Kick Start Soccer

July 13-15 * 8:30 a.m.-noon. Brent Lane Soccer Field, 4711 North W Street Free clinics intended to kickstart an interest in soccer for kids who have never been exposed to the sport or have not had a chance to gain formal instruction, all while providing a new, healthy, and safe outlet for free time during the summer. The clinic is open to children of all skill levels between the ages of 5-12. Participants are required to bring cleats or tennis shoes to play and are encouraged to put on sunscreen before coming to camp. Call (850) 434-2800 or visit https://pensacolasports.org/.

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Sertoma’s 4th of July

Come out to Old Seville starting at 4 p.m. Food trucks and live music including Not Quite Fab and Still Standing. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and get ready for a fantastic fireworks show over the bay beginning at 9 p.m. For more info, visit https://pensacolafireworks.com/.

Youth Dance and Theatre Intensives

The Gordon Community Art Center, 306 N DeVilliers St., will hold a day of dance July 9 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. for ages 8-13. $25 for the day, including lunch and snack. A day of theatre will be held July 23 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., also for ages 8-13. $25 for the day, including lunch and snack. ($20 if paid before July 9.) For more info, call (850) 857-8961 or e-mail penartsinc@gmail.com.

Pensacola Symphony Orchestra Presents Symphony Sparks & Stars

7 p.m. July 4 at Hunter Amphitheater in Maritime Park With beautiful Pensacola Bay as the backdrop, this free outdoor concert will honor the U.S. Armed Forces and feature a mix of patriotic music with popular favorites performed by the PSO under the direction of Maestro Peter Rubardt along with Brittan Braddock and Don Snowden. For more info, call (850) 435-2533 or visit www.pensacolasymphony.com/.

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Pensacola MESS Hall Opens New Location on East Wright Street

The Pensacola MESS Hall officially opened in its new location at 418 E. Wright Street June 1. Hours of operation for the summer are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Admission is $12 per person for ages 3 and up. This summer, visitors are exploring many favorite attractions, including the marble run, wind tubes, and harmonograph. In addition, special activities highlight the powerful forces that shape our air, land, water, and weather and how scientists study our Earth. Our ever-popular mess kit counter is stocked with the changing menu of individual activities that encourage exploration and “messing around” to understand complex scientific concepts. Our corps of teen volunteers present daily demos and special activities to engage visitors in deeper discovery. To help ensure public safety, timed admission reservations are recommended. “The Pensacola MESS Hall is excited to welcome the Pensacola community back to explore with us,” said Cece Garripolli, visitor services manager. “Watching faces light up and families interact over shared experi-ences is one of the most rewarding aspects of our work. We hope that when they leave, they are inspired to continue making discoveries in the world around them.” Visit www.pensacolamesshall.org/ for more info.

Last Saturdays of the Month * 3-8 p.m. 200 South Palafox Every month we will have local creatives featuring their newest creations, including: macrame, homemade baked goods, pet treats and accessories, jewelry, vintage clothing for men and women, art, photography, girls’ clothing and accessories, woodworking, coffee and natural body products. For more info, find us on Facebook.

Blue Wahoos July Events

Each Friday home game (July 2, 16 & 30 at 6:35 p.m.), the first 2,000 fans through the gates will receive an exclusive giveaway item. Each Saturday home game (July 3, 17 & 31 at 6:05 p.m.) features a post-game fireworks spectacular over Pensacola Bay! Military Family Sundays will be held July 4 & 18 and August 1 at 4 p.m. Active or retired military members receive a discount at the box office with valid I.D. and military families are honored and recognized each week. Post-game, kids run the bases and family toss in the outfield return. For details, visit www.milb.com/pensacola/schedule/ or call (850) 934-8444.

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Do you want your teen off the couch, away from Netflix, and earning service hours this summer? Teens can volunteer at Pensacola State Kids College with Chain Reaction Monday through Friday until July 30. Pensacola State Kids College is a unique summer opportunity for high school students to stay busy, make an impact on the community, and develop soft skills and leadership skills. Teens in 9th through 12th grades can spend the week working with children, serving as junior counselors and mentors. Teens also participate in Chain Reaction curriculum and build professional and leadership skills while earning service hours. Chain Reaction is also partnering with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos to provide an opportunity for teens 16 and older to get service hours through food and athletics! Sign up to serve concessions at home Blue Wahoos games. This is an excellent opportunity to serve the community, meet new people, and get service hours while at a baseball game. If your teen is interested in volunteering at Kids College, please call (850) 471-4685 or email info@mychainreaction.org. Spots fill up fast. Sign up now!

Sundays, July 11 & 25 and August 8 * 6-8 p.m. Community Maritime Park Pack your coolers, bring your lawn chairs and join us at the Hunter Amphitheater. Concerts are free and open to the public. Performers include Memory Lane, Not Quite Fab and Astronauts! For more info, find us on Facebook.

2021 Pensacola Beach Blue Angels Air Show

* July 7-10 * Locals and visitors from all over look forward to the annual Pensacola Beach Air Show. The show highlights our hometown heroes— the Blue Angels— but includes several civilian and veteran acts as well. The Blues hold several practice sessions along the beach in the days leading up to the big event on show day. For more info and specific times, call (850) 932-2257 or visit www.visitpensacolabeach.com.

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Gallery Night Pensacola Returns!

The Gallery Night Pensacola Board of Directors is pleased to announce the return of its monthly Gallery Night events in Downtown Pensacola beginning July 16. Gallery Night will once again host its monthly art centric event on the third Friday from 5-10 p.m. The July event will coincide with the city’s upcoming Bicentennial celebration. “Our artists, merchants and vendors have waited patiently for so long to return to the streets of Downtown Pensacola,” said executive director Sydney Robinson. “We are so excited and grateful to be hosting our popular event once again.” Since Gallery Night events were suspended in March 2020, the Gallery Night Pensacola Board of Directors provided virtual and pop-up events to promote the local artist community and Downtown Pensacola businesses. The board is now confident, based on the most recent CDC reports and vaccine numbers, that this outdoor event can once again take place at 100% capacity. While CDC guidelines do not require a mask for any outdoor events for those that are fully vaccinated, the Pensacola Gallery Night Board does encourage mask usage for those who are not vaccinated or are at high health risk.

Pensacola Little Theatre Events

Pensacola Little Theatre will perform Aesop’s Fables, adapted by James Brock and directed by Jennifer Bunnell, July 16-25. Four of Aesop’s best loved fables . . . “The Fox and the Crow,” “The Tortoise and the Hare,” “The Donkey in the Lion’s Skin,” and finally, “The Fox and the Sour Grapes,” are produced for the whole family and especially for very young audiences. A great intro to live performance! Snow White and the Prince: A Musical will be presented July 30-August 15. It is written by Janet Yates Voght and Mark Friedmen; directed by Ann Ferguson. Snow White prepares for her birthday ball and dreams of finding Prince Charming. When the star-crossed couple meets, it’s love at first sight, but the vain and evil Queen will stop at nothing to be the fairest of the land. This romantic and funny adventure has all your beloved characters and a few new ones. Call (850) 432-2042 or visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com/.

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Autauga County Schools

Pensacola High Gets New Principal

Escambia County Superintendent Tim Smith announced the appointment of Saraya Miller as the incoming principal for Pensacola High School during the May School Board meeting.

Creative Learning Academy Students Begin Pensacola People’s Podcast

This year the 7th-grade class from Creative Learning Academy embarked on a new challenge by creating a podcast in which students interview impactful people in the Pensacola community. Students and listeners can learn about the importance of oral histories and help preserve our shared history. The Pensacola People’s Podcast interviews include Mayor Grover Robinson, WEAR news anchor Sue Straughn and Rick Outzen, publisher and owner of Pensacola Inweekly, among many others. If you ever wondered what it would be like to be a part of a Super Bowl Championship team, feel passionate about our climate and well-being of wildlife, or dreamt of being stranded on an island hoping to win a million dollars, this podcast is for you! From contacting and scheduling the interviewees, to researching and coming up with questions, to learning to react and carry on an active discussion and write thank-you notes, the students have gained an array of new skills that they will use throughout their educational career and beyond. “It has been so exciting to do these interviews throughout the school year. I feel like we’re getting to talk to celebrities and share their stories with our school and community,” said one student. “We’re so proud of the progress that the students have made from the first podcast to now. Their communication skills have improved greatly as well as their confidence when speaking to adults and community leaders,” said Middle School history teacher Amy Parker. Tune in wherever you prefer to listen to your favorite podcasts.

Aletheia Christian Holds Graduation

Aletheia Christian Academy held its graduation commencement for the Class of 2021 on Friday, May 28. Thirteen seniors were honored that evening as Will Mitchell and Caela Sloan were named valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively. The evening was full of laughter and tears, videos of seniors thanking their families, and the senior class singing “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver, along with many other memories being made. Sean Harnas from Freedom Church shared a message of encouragement to the seniors and parents. The event concluded with a beautiful “Carry The Light” finale between the senior and junior classes. Congratulations to the Class of 2021 for an amazing year and we pray God’s blessings over each of them moving forward.

Workman Middle Holds End-of-the-Year Concert

Workman Middle School was recently able to host its first orchestra/band concert of the 202021 school year and included a bonus pop-up art show. Thank you to Mr. Murphy, Mrs. Friedrich and Mrs. Elzweig for your dedication to turning out such a special event. #WorkmanWorks Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2021

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Montessori Middle Schoolers Explore Dauphin Island Sea Lab

Montessori School of Pensacola’s 7th- and 8th-graders took an exciting and educational sleepover trip to Dauphin Island Sea Lab. The students canoed one day and on another got to boat aboard their research vessel, Alabama Discovery. They collected and identified animals in the waters of Alabama’s coast. The students also learned about saltmarsh ecology, took part in hands-on experiments with plankton, and built and tested remotely operated vehicles (ROVS). Despite the fact that Covid restrictions made their trip to the Florida Keys Sea Camp not possible, the students were overjoyed to be able to travel to Dauphin Island and stay overnight, taking part in so many fun and enriching activities.

Coastline Applies Science Skills

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Sherwood Elementary Rocks the School!

Sherwood Elementary held a school transformation day at the end of the year. Students were inspired by the “Rock Your School Day” idea they learned about during the “Get Your Teach On” conference. The entire school participated in STEM activities to solve the mysterious disappearance of Mrs. Quick. The day was given the code name: AIM – Archer Impossible Mission. See if you can spot Mrs. Quick!

Aletheia Holds Annual Flapjack 5K

Aletheia Christian Academy held its annual Flapjack 5K event June 5. There were more than 260 registrations and about $12,000 was raised for future school improvements. This event was delayed from the original date of April 10, but there was great energy, many smiles and much laughter shared that morning. The weather was much warmer than usual, but the participants did an amazing job completing the course. Next year, this event will be held Saturday, April 9, at 8 a.m.

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Superintendent Chooses BTW Student’s Artwork

Student artist Scarlett Coffey’s work was selected by ECSD’s Superintendent Tim Smith as this year’s Bright Images’ Superintendent’s Choice. Her art has been framed and will be on display on the 4th floor of the McDaniels Building. Past winners’ art can be seen in the hallway outside of Room 160 in the J.E. Hall Center. Coffey’s instructor is Tanya Broom at Booker T. Washington High School.

East Hill Christian School Awards Ceremony

East Hill Christian School held its annual end of the year Middle and High School Awards Ceremony this May. It was a record high year in which awards were earned by hard-working students. Among some of the awards were Highest GPA, Christian Character Award and Honor Roll.

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Pensacola Catholic Athletes Honored at Annual Senior Scholar-Athlete Awards Banquet

On May 11, Pensacola Sports hosted its annual banquet for senior scholar-athletes. Each year, scholar-athletes in each sport from Escambia and Santa Rosa county high schools are invited to the recognition program. This year the following students from Pensacola Catholic High School were invited to represent their sport: Front row, Mr. Ray Palmer (Pensacola Sports), Russell Young (cross country), Allysa Parungao (girls’ track), Lacie Day (softball), Allison Sweeney (girls’ golf), Paul Snyder (boys’ weightlifting) and Kinsey King (girls’ basketball); back row, Jackson Hamrick (soccer), Dolan Marcelonis (boys’ track), Emily Young (cheerleading), Jordan McCants (baseball), Nicole Hoppe (girls’ soccer), Regan Howard (volleyball), Maxwell Page (boys’ golf), Austin Burkett (boys’ basketball) and Nicolas Wehrenberg (boys’ lacrosse). Not pictured: Jack Langston (football), Darcy Sullivan (girls’ lacrosse) and Lauren Garrett (girls’ swimming). Jordan McCants was named the Overall Male Scholar Athlete from all the schools who entered athletes from both counties! He was not able to attend the banquet as he was away with his team competing in post-season play. However, Mr. Ray Palmer with Pensacola Sports came to campus on May 18 to present McCants with his award and his $4,000 scholarship check. Pensacola State College also awarded the following CHS scholar-athletes with a one-year renewable $1,000 scholarship: Kinsey King, Maxwell Page and Jackson Hamrick.

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East Hill Christian Recognizes Class of 2021

East Hill Christian School saw its largest graduating class since 2008 at its 2021 commencement ceremony. Like its counterparts, the Class of 2021 had an unusual and challenging academic year; however, with dedication, flexibility and understanding, students rose to the challenge and completed the year with success. Along with recognition of the graduating class comes the heartfelt appreciation to teachers and staff who helped the Class of 2021 reach this milestone. It was not an easy year, but their dedication to the students ensured that they would be successful and make it to graduation day!

Cox Charities Awards Education Grant to Weis

C.A. Weis Elementary was recently awarded an Innovation in Education Grant by Cox Charities. This honor is funded and chosen by Cox Communications employees. C.A. Weis will use the funds to purchase Lego WeDo kits. Students are going to have a great time learning how to build and program robots! A HUGE shout-out to our Media Specialist Mrs. Kemp for always seeking out and writing grants to bring innovative experiences to our kids. We love and appreciate all that you do for our school!

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Montessori School of Pensacola Holds 8th-Grade Graduation

Montessori School of Pensacola congratulates its 2021 eighth-grade graduates. Twelve graduating students will be entering area high schools this fall. The school recognizes how difficult this pandemic year has been for these students and how their final year at MSP has been very different. Amidst the challenges, the students persevered and remained positive! Graduates of MSP are academically prepared, globally aware, able to resolve conflict peacefully, intrinsically motivated, creative thinkers, independent, confident, respectful, service-minded citizens.

Coastline Voters

Coastline Christian Academy held an “election” to teach the children about the voting process.

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Sherwood Elementary Rewards Readers

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The ice cream cart made its way around Sherwood Elementary with a very special treat for all of the school’s top accelerated readers. Thank you to Mrs. Wyrick and Ms. Barnes for encouraging students to read and for making them feel so special!

Catholic High School Holds Senior Awards Night

On June 3, Pensacola Catholic High School held its traditional annual Senior Academic Awards Ceremony at which the accomplishments of the Senior Class were celebrated with students, parents and faculty. This night is filled with honoring students for their academic achievements, as well as recognizing those who excelled at citizenship and serving others. We also recognized one student, Beyonce White, for perfect attendance, and what an accomplishment in this unprecedented year we have had! Joseph Baroco was recognized for his designation of being a National Merit Commended student, placing among the top five percent or higher of the 1.5 million students who were assessed. A summary of other achievements of the Class of 2021 include: 97% of the class of 139 students plan to pursue post-secondary education with 88 students receiving at least one merit-based scholarship. Four members of the class signed athletic scholarships and 43 students were designated Florida Bright Futures Scholars. The total amount of meritbased scholarships offered to members of the Class of 2021 now exceeds $16 million. The top 10 graduates based on GPA are valedictorian Joseph Baroco, salutatorian Olivia McCrory, Niamh Kennedy, Ian McCormick, Zachary Foland and Clayton Myers (tied for fifth), Catherine Bowersox, Paul Snyder, Abigail Asmar and Maxwell Page. Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2021

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Escambia County Names Social Studies Teachers of the Year

The Escambia County School District Social Studies Department, in conjunction with the Escambia Area Council for Social Studies, recognizes the following teachers, from top to bottom, as ECSD’s Social Studies Teachers of the Year: Gary Horne, Booker T. Washington High School; Jeff McCaskill, Jim Bailey Middle School; and Melissa Hardesty, Sherwood Elementary.

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EHCS Holds Elementary Awards Ceremony

East Hill Christian School honored its elementary students with an end of the year awards ceremony. Numerous awards were given, including Honor Roll, Christian character awards and promotion certificates for 5th grade. A special prayer of dedication was given for the 5th-graders along with a presentation of a personalized, engraved Bible.

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MSP Students Show Off Fun Hair

Montessori School of Pensacola has a tradition of scheduling various “Fun Days” throughout the year. Before school ended, students got to wear their hair in fun ways to school. Here is a Primary classroom student showing off his fun hairdo!

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Each spring, Pensacola Catholic High School names a new group of upcoming sophomore students to join fellow upperclassmen who had been previously named to serve as a collective group of Student Ambassadors. Those who will serve for the 2021-2022 school year will help to celebrate 15 years of tradition for this group at CHS. Originally begun in 2006 under the initiation, guidance and direction of Principal, Sister Kierstin Martin, and the group’s first moderator, Jessica Browning, the group was formed to provide vital functions to be the voice, eyes, hand, and ears of CHS for the many visitors that grace the campus each year. Ambassadors assist at both private and public functions that are held on campus including annual Eighth Grade Visitation Days, Prospective Student/Parent Open House, New Student Orientation, and various other special events. Students are nominated by faculty members and selected through a vetting process among the administrators. Students are selected across the wide range of diverse talents and abilities that they possess with the intent that they represent the entire CHS student body. For the past 10 years, the moderator of the CHS Student Ambassadors has been math teacher and Math Department Chair Maria Green. www.greaterpensacolaparents.com

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When my youngest child entered first grade, the questions began. “Are you going back to work now that your kids are in school all day?” “What will you do for six hours when your kids are in school?” You get the idea. After correcting the misinformation—it is not really six hours when you factor in the varying bus schedules—I politely let them know that I wasn’t concerned about how I would occupy my time. I was busy volunteering at the school and doing other household tasks, but I also wanted to earn some extra money to help offset the high cost of college tuition. More importantly, I wanted flexibility. So I began freelance writing for different publications. Over time, my income has increased, and I’m hoping to save enough to pay for at least one of my kids’ college educations. If freelance writing isn’t your thing, or even if it is and you want to add another job, here are some ways you can earn extra cash while remaining a stay-at-home mom like me.

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1- Babysitter or nanny

Some moms I know tend other kids while watching their own. If you are unable to find a job through friends and family, try looking on websites such as Sittercity, Care.com, or UrbanSitter. Pay range: $11–18 per hour

2- Customer service rep

up your own store. Most people sell crafts, jewelry, clothing, home décor, or vintage items. I bought a graphic design for my website on Etsy, though, so you are not limited to those categories. Etsy charges a $.20 listing fee, a 5% transaction fee, and 3% + $.25 payment fee.

Pay range: The range varies, but one website claims that a shop owner earns $70k per month!

My friend used to provide customer service from her house through Liveops. She was able to create her own flexible hours by signing up for time blocks. She started taking calls for infomercials, then auto claims for Allstate and orders for Pizza Hut. The only cost to her was a dedicated phone line, which was $22 per month.

5- Fitness instructor

3- Delivery person

Pay range: $10-$30 per hour, depending on the gym and class taught. Plus, most gyms offer free membership to their instructors. Some offer free childcare while you are teaching.

Pay range: $10–20 per hour

A recent article in Money Magazine described the job of being an Amazon delivery person through Amazon Flex. Drivers must use their own car and an app to select a block of time to deliver packages. Rates vary by state and time of year; during Christmas you can receive higher rates. Pay range: $18–25 per hour

4- Etsy shop owner

Etsy is a website where you can set

A few of my friends are fitness instructors, such as spin, body pump, or TRX teachers. These require taking certification tests that can cost around $300. Then you need to recertify every two years, which costs roughly $100. My friends enjoy the flexibility of the job and the fact that they get paid to work out.

6- Online transcriptionist

There are several companies that will hire you to work from home transcribing audio speech to written documents. The audio could be from a doctor, lawyer, court hearing, or freelance writer. Some companies don’t require any experience. There are transcription courses available for a

fee. Some transcription companies are Rev, Scribie, and CrowdSurf.

Pay range: The Rev website states the average earning is $245 per month.

7- Paid focus group participant Market research companies pay focus groups for their reactions to or opinions of their products. Usually, group members participate for one to two hours. To participate in focus groups, you can sign up with companies such as WatchLab, User Interviews or FocusGroup.

Pay range: $100–400 per group.

8- Pet sitter

A friend of mine started a pet-sitting business to board dogs in her house five years ago. She used the website Rover to set up her rate and availability. In addition to boarding pets, you can also walk dogs or watch pets and the owner’s house. The Rover website is not limited to dogs. Rover takes 20% of whatever fees you earn.

Pay range: Set your own rates. My friend earns $40 per night per dog and sometimes has three dogs per week, or $840 per week minus the Rover fee. The website states you can earn up to $1000 per month.

9- Rent out your house for a movie set You can list your house for free on

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the Set Scouter website to rent out for a movie or TV show. Even though I live in the Northeast (not remotely close to Hollywood), over ten different movies have been filmed in towns near me recently. I haven’t been lucky enough to have my house selected yet, but you never know when Hollywood might come knocking. Pay range: $250–1,000 per day

10- Fashion stylist

Stitch Fix is a clothing subscription service. The stylists work from home and help other people create stylish outfits based on their budget, personality, and fashion tastes. You need to commit to working 15–30 hours per week. You also must participate in an onsite six-hour training course. Pay range: $14–16 per hour

11- Teach English

There are a few different companies through which you can teach English online from your home. Most of the companies require you to have a college degree and be proficient in the English language. Some of the companies to investigate are VIPKID, Qkids, and Teachaway. Pay range: $15–25 per hour

12- Tasker

15- Umpire or referee

TaskRabbit matches you with people who need a task done around their houses such as cleaning, moving, furniture assembly, or home improvement. After you complete the job, you receive payment, minus a 15% TaskRabbit fee.

There are many different youth sports that need someone to officiate, such as soccer, softball and baseball, lacrosse, field hockey, and more. Most referees need to attend certification training and complete a background check. Contact your local sports league to find out the requirements.

Pay range: You set the rate; certain skills earn more money.

13- Test Apps or Websites

Pay range: $25–50 per hour or per game

Userlytics is a website that will match you with an app or website that is in the developmental phase and wants user feedback before it is launched. You will offer your thoughts about the app or website by verbally answering questions. Most projects take 15-20 minutes to complete.

Pay range: Website states the range is anywhere between $5-$90 per tested project.

14- Tutor

You might think you need a teaching degree to be a tutor, but according to Tutors.com, anyone with a high school diploma or GED can be a tutor; you need only complete a tutor training program. Once you are certified, you can set up a free profile at Tutors.com to find jobs. Pay range: $25–80 per hour

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You probably won’t get rich doing any of these jobs, but the extra income might help pay for all the added expenses of having children like camp, sports, or college. For me, I enjoy earning a paycheck, but the real benefit is socializing with other people. Being a stay-at-home mom can feel isolating, especially now that my kids are older and no longer at home during the day. I like interacting with other writers and editors, even it is only virtually. Of course, you never know—with that side business of yours, you could end up being the next Martha Stewart one day. A mom can dream, right? GPP

Cheryl Maguire holds a Master of Counseling Psychology degree. She is married and is the mother of twins and a daughter. You can find her at Twitter @ CherylMaguire05.

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How Kids Get Feedback

You probably know about popular apps such as Instagram and Snapchat. But the specific ways kids use these tools to get -and give -- feedback can be troubling. Here are a few examples: Instagram. The number of followers, likes, and emojis kids can collect gets competitive, with users often begging for them. Instagram “beauty pageants” and other

photo-comparison activities crop up, with losers earning a big red X on their pics. Snapchat. Numerical scores display the total number of sent and received chats. You can view your friends’ scores to keep tabs on who’s racking up the most views. Lipsi. This anonymous question-andanswer app lets kids find out what others think of them. “Am I pretty or ugly?” YouTube videos. Kids -mostly girls -- post videos of themselves asking if other users think they’re pretty or ugly. These videos are typically public, allowing anyone -- from kids at school to random strangers -- to post a comment.

The Good News

Although approval-seeking and selfdoubt continue to plague girls both privately and publicly, there are signs of fatigue. The “no-filter” trend is prompting girls to share their true selves and accept (and even challenge) whatever feedback they receive. Under hashtags such as “uglyselfie,” and “nomakeup” girls post pics of their unadorned selves, funny faces, unretouched images, and “epic fails” (attempts at perfect selfies that went wrong). Given that adolescents are naturally eager for peer validation -- precisely when they begin to use social tools that provide it -- it’s encouraging to see kids having fun with the notion of perfection. As a matter of fact, one of the Common Sense study’s most welcome findings is that social media has the potential to combat unrealistic appearance ideals and stereotypes. And, after all, kids use social media to be, well, social, and constant rejection and pressure is no fun at all. It makes you realize just how powerful social media tools can be. While they foster relationships and engagement -- and can 23

even bolster self-esteem -- they can be both constructive and destructive. That’s why you can’t leave it all up to kids to find their way. Whether your kids are just getting into social media or are seasoned posters, it’s critical to help guide them to use Snapchat, Instagram, and other networking apps for fun and connection and not as fuel for self-doubt.

What You Can Do

Talk about the pictures they post. Experimenting with identity is natural, and it’s very common for kids to adopt provocative stances in cell phone pictures, on their social network pages, and in YouTube videos. But are they doing it only because they think others expect it of them? What pose would they strike if they could do anything they wanted? Ask how feedback makes them feel. Are they stressed out by others’ comments and feedback? Does it make them feel better to be “liked?” Why is external approval important? How do negative comments make them feel? Help them develop a healthy selfimage. Body image is developed early in childhood, and the family environment is very influential on how kids view themselves. Emphasize what the body can do instead of what it looks like. Also, be careful of criticizing your own looks and weight. Rely on role models. Positive role models have an enormous effect on kids. Cultivate relationships with women your daughter can look up to. Also, point out celebrities and other famous folks who challenge stereotypes about size and beauty and seem comfortable in their own skins. Help them stop the cycle. Urge them to post constructive comments that support their friends for who they are, not what they look like. Help them view media critically. Talk about over-sexualized images or unrealistic body ideals of girls in the media. Explore websites such as the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in the Media and the Representation Project that promote the importance of positive body image and valuing women for their contributions to society. www.facebook.com/greaterpensacolaparents

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Planning a memorable birthday event can be the highlight of your child’s year, if you maximize the fun and minimize the stress. The best way to increase the magic and decrease the madness is to use a handy checklist so you can start early and get ready gradually. Or if you want to plan your party in one fell swoop a few weeks ahead, this checklist will help you do that, too. I have been planning and hosting birthday parties for over a decade, and these steps will get you from vision to fruition. Follow these timing tips, and you’ll be able to keep a smile on your face from the day you start planning until the moment the final guest is picked up or dropped off. Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2021

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ally just the right amount of time. But if it’s a busy time of year, add another week or two.

Always have a theme. Having a focus will help you plan and execute your party without a hitch. Several months before your party date, brainstorm themes with your guest of honor. See sidebar for theme suggestions.

6. Order The Cake.

9. Make Reservations. If there is one thing I have learned about popular party venues, it’s that they fill up early. Once you have your theme and know you will need a location away from home, get your reservations nailed down tight two-three months in advance.

8. Find Supplies Online. Shop local when you can to support your local economy, but for those hardto-locate items, don’t burn up time ad gas searching for what you can easily find online. Generally speaking, onestop party stores are not as prevalent as they used to be and you’ll likely be delighted by the variety you can find online. Just make sure to place your

orders at least month early to allow for shipping time and returns if anything is not what you’d expected.

7. Send Out Invitations. Evite wins hands-down for quick and easy party invites. Just visit evite.com, select a theme, add in your guests’ e-mail addresses, and send your invitations. Two weeks notice is usu-

Cakes and cupcakes can get expensive when you make them from scratch. Besides, the kids will probably like the local big-box or grocery store sheet cakes just as much as homemade. Order one week ahead for pickup up on party day for the freshest results.

5. Tackle Your Local Shopping List. Despite ordering ahead online, you probably still have few items you need to pick up

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locally. Be sure to pick them up at least a week ahead in case you can’t find something and need to order it online after all.

Everything will go smoother on party day if you take care of as much as you can the day before.

4. Recruit helpers. Why try to

1. Party Down! Get a good night’s sleep. Allow at least two hours prior for set up and one hour afterwards for clean up. Then enjoy every memorable moment. Designate a party photographer, if your hands will be full to document the day.

do everything yourself when you can have so much more fun at your party with plenty of helping hands standing by? See the sidebar for suggestions.

3. Curry Favors. Favors don’t have to be expensive or intricate. For a home party, go simple, fun, and inexpensive. Be as eco-friendly as possible by offering favors in a reusable container. If hosting a party elsewhere, consider letting the party be favor enough or simply offering a small treat to guests on the way out like a lollipop or a candy necklace.

2. Set Up A Day Ahead. If you are ordering any large food deliveries like pizza, place your order a day ahead. Don’t forget to check online for any discounts or coupons. Then go ahead and tackle as much prep work as you can. Decorations? Food preparation? Party favors? Activity prep?

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Who Can Help? Both parents need to contribute. Don’t forget to factor in Dad’s strengths before, during, and after the festivities. Babysitters or neighbor teens make great party helpers. I pay our sitter to attend because I always need extra help, and I also want her to share in making memories. Exchange party help with a friend. You help with her child’s party and then ask for the favor back for your child’s party. Just ask! You never know when a guest’s parent might enjoy helping and you might make a new mom friend this way. Once you have the final attendance list, use evite.com to inquire if anyone is available to pitch in. Some people make better “special guests” than helpers. Siblings of yours or the guest of honor may fall into this category, as may elderly grandparents or visiting relatives. For peace of mind during the party, only invite those you know in advance will be gracious helpers. GPP

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315 W Garden Street, Pensacola 850-438-0402 1000 E Nine Mile Road, Pensacola 850-316-3700 At Ever’man we offer great party desserts with great ingredients. Our wide selection of cookies, cakes, pies, AND MORE will have you coming back for every occasion. www.everman.org

Smallcakes of Pensacola ad on page 31

5046 Bayou Boulevard, Pensacola Gourmet cupcakes, homemade ice cream, custom cakes and more. Smallcakes: A Cupcakery, as seen on the Food Network and Cupcake Wars. 850-332-5245 Smallcakespensacola@gmail.com www.smallcakescupcakery.com

Adonna’s Garden St Cafe and Bakery

811 West Garden Street, Pensacola Delicious pastries, incredible food, and a beautiful tea room are just the beginning of the possibilities available here at Adonna’s Bakery. 850-696-2227 adonnasbakery@yahoo.com www.adonnasbakery.net

Baskin-Robbins

4350 Bayou Boulevard, Pensacola Custom ice cream cakes. Online ordering available. Several locations in Pensacola. 850-484-9000 www.baskinrobbins.com

Baskin-Robbins

205 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze Custom ice cream cakes. Online ordering available. 850-934-6958 www.facebook.com/GulfBreezeBaskinRobbins

Bluejay’s Bakery

11 Palafox Place (Suite E), Pensacola Desserts and custom cakes for all occasions including allergy free, and vegan cakes and treats. 850-982-9731 orders@bluejaysbakery.com www.bluejaysbakery.com

Chrisoula’s Cheesecake Shoppe and Café’

Sherry’s Cake Shop

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236 West Garden Street , Pensacola Special occasion cheesecakes for birthdays, weddings, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries and more! 850-438-5650 www.chrisoulascheesecakeshoppe.com 1670 E 9 Mile Rd, Pensacola Crumbl has the best cookies in the world! Our unique flavors rotate each week and catering flavors available! Order for delivery, curbside pickup, catering & nationwide shipping. 850-905-6414 www.crumblcookies.com/pensacola

Great American Cookie Company

5100 North 9th Avenue (Cordova Mall), Pensacola We offer the finest fresh-baked products for every celebration. We offer online ordering also available! 850-478-2200 www.greatamericancookies.com

J’s Bakery & Cafe

412 South Palafox Street, Pensacola A candy store and ice cream parlor in Downtown Pensacola. Offering caramel, fudge and chocolate treats! 850-332-6696 www.bubbasweetspot.com

2014 North 12th Avenue, Pensacola Adorable custom cakes, cupcakes, pastries and other delicious treats are available at J’s. Check out J’s Pastry on Facebook to view samples of a few delicious creations. 850-439-6546 hellojsbakery@gmail.com www.jsbakeryandcafe.com

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Bubba’s Sweet Spot

732 West Garden Street, Pensacola Specializing in wedding cakes, special celebration cakes, chocolate candies, individual desserts, corporate gifts and coffee. Visit us on Facebook! 850-433-5003

Cakes & More by Alicia

Specialty cakes, cupcakes, gourmet cookies, cookie baskets, custom designed sugar cookies and cake pops. Themed cookies make great party favors! Orders by appointment only. 850-319-8180 cakesandmorebyalicia@gmail.com www.cakesandmorebyalicia.com

840 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 850-934-7522 5405 North 9th Avenue, Pensacola 850-478-4547 Ask about options for having a marble slab brought to your next celebration. www.marbleslab.com

Milton Quality Bakery

6727 Caroline Street, Milton Please call us or visit us in store to place an order. 850-623-3676 miltonqualitybakery@gmail.com www.miltonqualitybakery.com

510 Massachusetts Avenue, Pensacola Offering custom design cakes, cookies and more. Visit us on Facebook! 850-433-4208 sherryscakeshop@gmail.com www.sherryscakeshop.com My unique, artistic designs will provide a sweet addition to your special day. Find us on Facebook! 850-341-6674 sweetcreationsbysharon@yahoo.com www.sweetcreationsbysharon.com

Szotski’s Cheesecakes

2600 West Nine Mile Road, Pensacola We offer the largest selection of Cheesecake flavors in Pensacola with more than 200 varieties and counting! 850-466-3477 info@szotskis-cheesecakes.com www.szotskis-cheesecakes.com

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Animal Tales, LLC ad on page 17

Pensacola and surrounding areas, Make your next event one to remember by inviting live educational animal ambassadors. We aim to educate, entertain, and inspire! 570-428-4259 www.AnimalEdZoocation.com

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4626 Woodbine Road, Pace Bring Kindermusik to your home or venue, or have a private in studio music class for your child’s next birthday party (suitable for ages one to five). You provide the theme; we supply the songs, instruments, props, and fun! 850-292-0519 kmbythebay@gmail.com www.bythebay.kindermusik.com

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A DJ Connection

10311 Chemstrand Road, Pensacola Enjoy the finest entertainment, crowd games, music, lighting, audio and video with over 30,000 songs! 850-968-1968 sales@adjconnection.com www.adjconnection.com

Balloon Bubble Buddies

Pensacola, Mobile & Baldwin County, Balloon animals, bubble-maker, confetti gun and t-shirt launcher which can launch parachuting army men, stuffed animals and party gifts. Balloon arches, custom centerpieces and various decorations for your event. Visit us on Facebook! 251-233-9647 www.balloonbubblebuddies.com

Crazy Acres Ranch

3030 Highway 90, Molino Pony parties for birthdays, churches, scouts and family reunions. Trail rides, lessons & camps. 850-206-8113 www.facebook.com/CrazyAcresRanch

Iron Horse Stables

11 Eden Lane, Cantonment Offering pony parties, summer camps, riding lessons, and boarding. 850-982-0954 ironhorsestables.ride@gmail.com www.iron-horse-stables.com

Kona Ice

Have Kona Ice Truck come to your next Birthday Party. We call it the Kona Entertainment Vehicle, because well...that’s what it is - a party on wheels! 850-902-2440 happiness@kona-ice.com www.kona-ice.com/local-site/kona-ice-of-gulfbreeze-and-greater-pensacola/

Nonie’s Ark Animal Encounters

Party Animals For Hire!!! A fun hands-on learning adventure featuring small exotic animals for birthdays! Nonie can also hostess your birthday party with decorations, games, prizes, and the cake! 850-862-9588 nonie@noniesark.com www.noniesark.com

On Sight Entertainment

We bring the games to you! Video Game Parties Laser Tag - Entertainment Studio 251-207-8102 1onsightentertainment@gmail.com www.onsightentertainment.com

Pensacola Photo Booth

10311 Chemstrand Road, Pensacola Visit our website to check availability and reserve a photo booth for your event. 850-968-1968 sales@pensacolaphotobooth.com www.pensacolaphotobooth.com

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Places to Party

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1501 South OWA Boulevard, Foley Discover a whole new level of fun when you throw a birthday party at the Gulf Coast’s newest entertainment destination. OWA’s 20+ ride amusement park — The Park at OWA — is the perfect place to celebrate your child’s special day. With attractions for all ages, a 9,500 sq. ft. splash pad and so much more, The Park at OWA is the place to be for birthday fun. 251-923-2111 GroupSales@VisitOWA.com www.VisitOWA.com

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200-C North OWA Blvd., Foley Offering Virtual Reality, PC, Xbox, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch gaming plus a private game room for groups! Play your favorite games and the newest games, on the market’s fastest equipment. 251-257-1400 info@ClashOWA.com www.clashesportsowa.com

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2111 Airport Boulevard, Pensacola Birthday packages available online. $150/two lanes, $50 additional lanes, plus tax. Reservations required. 850-477-2300 info@cordovalanes.com www.cordovalanes.com

Gravity Island Watersports ad on page 3

500 S OWA Blvd., Foley Splash into summer on the new Aqua Play from Gravity Island Watersports! This aquatic obstacle course is perfect for group outings like birthdays, field trips and summer camps. 251-239-3120 Bruh@GravityIslandWatersports.com www.gravityislandwatersports.com

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LaBelle Performing Arts ad on page 11

8253 Chellie Road, Pensacola Let LaBelle take the worry out of planning your child’s birthday party! We are proud to offer child friendly themes, a carefully planned itinerary, engaging & varied activities! Call LaBelle Performing Arts today! 850-944-5650 info@labelleperformingarts.com www.labelleperformingarts.com

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Pensacola At Radiant Face and Body Art, we provide professional face painting and entertainment for your next event. We offer balloon artists, party characters and more! 850-366-2249 radiantfba@gmail.com www.radiantfba.wixsite.com/home

460 Pensacola Beach Boulevard, Pensacola Celebrate a birthday or host a group outing at Pensacola Beach’s most family-friendly venue. Unique attractions, fun for all ages and GREAT FOOD. Inquire about your private event online today. 850-677-3905 www.lagunaspensacolabeach.com

Reno’s Reptiles

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Pensacola Reptile shows for birthday parties, scouts, picnics, church groups, charity events, daycares, and even for some local schools. Choose from a variety of reptiles for your event. 850-393-3004 rsnakeman@aol.com www.renosreptiles.com Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2021

Legends In Concert 205 N OWA Blvd, Foley Bring your group to see the world’s greatest live tribute show — or rent the entire venue for your own event! This 430+ seat theater is perfect for any occasion. 251-369-6100 Theater@VisitOWA.com www.VisitOWA.com

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3624 Barrancas Ave, Pensacola A PCKids’ birthday cooking party is a fun-filled, incredible edible “edutaining” culinary experience full of hands-on activities for budding chefs! Choose from over 10 menu themes available. Food sensitive menu options (gluten, lactose, nut, and sugar free) available. Parties for children 6 - 16 years. 850-456-0743 www.pensacolacooks.com

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The City of Pensacola offers a variety of facilities for private and public events. Visit Facility Rentals on our website to learn more about Community Maritime Park, Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center, Osceola Golf Course, Roger Scott Tennis Center, Resource Centers & Park Shelter Reservations, Event Permitting & Park Rentals. 850-436-5670 ngray@cityofpensacola.com www.playpensacola.com

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6709 Pensacola Boulevard, Pensacola We offer several different party packages with add on options. Please visit our website for details. 850-505-0800 information@samsfuncity.com www.samsfuncity.com

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Highway 59 South, Gulf Shores We are the gulf coast headquarters for “family fun”! Whether you’re planning a birthday party, or event, or after-hours private party, the fun begins at Waterville USA! Let us customize the perfect party for your group! 251-948-2106 wville2@gulftel.com www.watervilleusa.com

Adonna’s Garden Street Tea Room

811 West Garden Street, Pensacola Looking for a perfect space to hold a birthday party, meeting, shower, or event? Look no further than our beautiful tea room. Find us on Facebook. 850-696-2227 adonnasgardenstcafe@gmail.com

Alligator Alley

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5149 Bayou Boulevard, Pensacola 6595 North “W” Street, Pensacola www.amctheatres.com

Arcadia Mill Archaeological Site

5709 Mill Pond Lane, Milton Birthday parties include private Treetop Classroom use up to 24 children, $100 for two hours. Explore our museum and grounds, and celebrate with Arcadia Mill! 850-626-3084 arcadiamill@uwf.edu www.historicpensacola.org/explore-arcadia-mill

Aubrey Hill Riding Camp

2729 Ten Mile Road, Pace Offering birthday parties, camps, riding lessons, boarding, training and sales. 850-396-3102 sales@aubreyhill.com www.aubreyhill.com

Bear Levin Studer Family YMCA

165 E Intendencia St, Pensacola Pool party reservations are available to members and community participants. $150 for members and $250 for non-members. This includes one hour of party time in our Appleyard room and one hour of swim time. 850-438-4406 ymcanwfl.org

Blue Wahoos

351 West Cedar Street, Pensacola Packages include a message on video board and visit from the Blue Wahoos mascot, a Wahoos souvenir, ballpark meal, group seating for the game, and an optional-Blue Wahoos Birthday Cake. 850-934-8444 info@bluewahoos.com www.bluewahoos.com

Bounce House Pensacola

6241 North Davis Highway (Suite D), Pensacola Bounce houses, slides, sports games, video games, toddler area and private party room. Upgrades available. 850-417-4692 Help@BounceHousePensacola.com www.bouncehousepensacola.com

Breeze Cinema 8

1233 Crane Cove Boulevard, Gulf Breeze Visit us online for party information. 850-934-3332 www.movieshowtime.net/theaterlocations.html

Cheer Omega

380 Lurton Street, Pensacola Games, open gym, pizza and more! Visit our website for party options. 850-542-7003 www.cheeromega.com

Chuck E. Cheese

7350 Plantation Road, Pensacola Family-friendly entertainment, kids birthday parties, pizza, and arcade games. 850-476-7724 www.chuckecheese.com

Cici’s Pizza

7145-C North 9th Avenue, Pensacola Someone’s birthday wish is about to come true. With an Unlimited Buffet, a birthday party at Cicis is the best gift of all. The perfect spot for pizza, presents & fun with friends. 850-476-6464 store207@cicispizza.com www.cicis.com

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Colbert‘s Martial Art Academy

8628 Pensacola Blvd., Pensacola New location: Specialized martial art classes for preschool aged children, adolescents, teens and adults. My 2500 sq. ft. facility partners with LizzieWorld Events to sponsor children and adult parties, family reunions, weddings, receptions and other social gatherings. 850-476-1188 calvin@calvincolbert.com www.calvincolbert.com

Dauphin Island Sea Lab

101 Bienville Boulevard, Dauphin Island Host your birthday party at the Estuarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab! Please call or email for reservations. 251- 861-2141 (Ext. 7515) www.disl.org

DeLuna Lanes

590 East 9 Mile Road, Pensacola Visit our website for party options and reservations. 850-478-9522 info@delunalanes.com www.delunalanes.com

Deshi

5 West Main Street, Pensacola Please call for options and reserve your Salon Party today! 850-497-6954 hello@deshibeauty.com www.deshibeauty.com

Dreamland Skate Center

2607 East Olive Road, Pensacola Visit our website for party options and reservations. 850-478-3994 dreamlandskatecenter@yahoo.com www.myskatecenter.com/welcome-to-dreamland

Ellen’s Art

1265 Oriole Beach Road, Gulf Breeze Make this a party to remember with our special Art Parties. Each party includes art instruction as you create a wonderful project together, followed by time for refreshments, etc. 850-934-8538 www.ellens-art.com

Emerald Coast Science Center

31 Memorial Parkway Southwest, Fort Walton We’re positive the best birthday parties are a science. We offer 4 different themes for birthday party packages on Saturdays from 10:30am 12:30pm or 1:30pm - 3:30pm. 850-664-1261 business-office@ecscience.org www.ecscience.org

Emerald Coast Zoo

5262 Deer Springs Drive, Crestview We offer a great party package to make your child’s day special with an animal encounter, feed bags for the petting zoo, and reserved tables in our shaded oak grove. 850-682-3949 info@emeraldcoastzoo.com www.emeraldcoastzoo.com

Falbo’s Family Karate

3031 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 2 hour parties for ages 5 & up. Games, board breaking, & Karate. Open presents on a throne and cut your cake with a Samurai Sword. 850-934-7977 info@falbosfamilykarate.com www.falbosfamilykarate.com

Fast Eddie’s Fun Center

505 West Michigan Avenue, Pensacola Fast Eddies provides a variety of party packages with entertainment options like go-karts, putt-putt, batting cages, arcade games and more! Visit our website to view Party Packages for one of our Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2021

Private Party Rooms. 850-433-7735 info@fasteddiesfuncenter.com www.fasteddiesfuncenter.com

Five Star Dance

5636 Woodbine Road, Pace Five Star Dance Centre facility is now available to rent for a variety of events, including rehearsals, workshops, auditions, private parties, performances and events. 850-748-2383 info@fivestardancecentre.com www.fivestardancecentre.com

a bunch of friends who are as excited about the ocean as you are? Call for details and pricing. 850-261-2141 navarresciencestation@gmail.com www.navarrebeachmarinesciencestation.com

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1211 Rainbow Ave, Pensacola A Ninja Life birthday party is a great way to experience ninja warrior obstacles. Ages 5 and up. 850-466-3289 www.ninja-life.com

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3721 Highway 90, Pace Whether it’s a birthday or a sports team think outside the box for your party. We have an easy, affordable & stress free way to have your party! 850-995-9393 oopsalleypace@gmail.com www.oopsalley.com

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Gulf Breeze Community Center

800 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze Please Call the Community Center for several indoor areas as well as parks, tennis courts, pavilions, splash pad, gymnasiums, meeting rooms and more. Reservations available online. 850-934-5140 gbccstaff@gulfbreezefl.gov www.gulfbreezerecreationcenter.com

Gulf Breeze Zoo

5701 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze Celebrate your kid’s birthday or host an event at Gulf Breeze Zoo, the WILDEST place in town! Party packages online. 850-932-2229 www.gbzoo.com

Gulf Coast Gymnastics

1844 Cowen Road, Gulf Breeze Fun & games in the gym led by our party hosts, along with your friends and food in our party area. We provide gym fun, party host, party room, tables and chairs PLUS a T-shirt for the birthday child. 850-934-3990 gulfcoastgym@bellsouth.net www.gulfcoastgym.com

Gulfarium

1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach Have a splash-tastic day at the Gulfarium with your friends and family and enjoy lunch “under the sea” surrounded by beautiful tropical fish in our Living Sea event room. 850-243-9046 info@gulfarium.com www.gulfarium.com

In His Steps Dance Studio

6231 North “W” Street (Suite 5), Pensacola Please call for party information and reservations. 850-474-4922 www.inhisstepsinc.com

Martial Arts America

4050 Avalon Boulevard, Milton 2258 Hwy 87 South, Navarre 850-939-9700 4475 Coastal Lane, Pace 850-995-4191 A Karate Party is a fun and different way to celebrate a birthday. Call to schedule your party today. info@maafamilykarate.com www.maafamilykarate.com

Navarre Beach Marine Science Station

8638 Blue Heron Court, Navarre What better way to spend your birthday than with

6247 North Davis Highway, Pensacola In between all the fun games and activities, we also teach the kids some really cool martial arts moves. Give us a call to find out more about our exciting birthday packages! 850-791-6777 pensacolaata@gmail.com www.pensacolaata.com

Pensacola Kids’ Place

3 West 9 Mile Road Suite 4, Pensacola A clean, fun, safe indoor play zone for children crawling to 8 years old. Tunnels, slides, ball pit, educational toys and more. Private parties Available. 850-332-5085 pensacolakidsplace@yahoo.com www.facebook.com/pensacolakidsplace

Pensacola MESS Hall

418 E Wright St, Pensacola A birthday party at the MESS Hall is a fun and educational event. Up to 20 kids become scientists as they explore the museum! 877-937-6377 info@penacolamesshall.org www.pensacolamesshall.org

Salute Gymnastics Academy

9245 North Palafox Street, Pensacola Private parties for kids of all ages! Packages also available to churches, businesses, schools, etc. Please call for reservations. 850-969-9111 info@salutegymnasticsacademy.com www.salutegymnasticsacademy.com

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

5007 North Davis Highway (Unit 8a), Pensacola Party options and booking available online. 850-378-2570 pensacola@skyzone.com www.skyzone.com/pensacola

Sunny Days Family Art Studio

4327 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze Ceramic Painting Party: Custom piece to paint. You will have your own private party room! 850-736-7018 sunnydaysfamilyartstudio@gmail.com www.sunnydaysartstudio.com

Sweet Frog

3749D Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 850-583-6405 4871 Highway 90, Milton 850-764-2089 Let’s celebrate! Bring your kiddos, or just yourself to celebrate special moments or, just because! Ask about birthday parties and catering. catering@sweetfrog.net www.sweetfrog.com

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10437 Sorrento Road #206, Pensacola The Little Gym gives your birthday guests full run of the facility, filling the celebration with instructorled games, music, and fun LEGO® building activities. And you don’t have to worry about setup or cleanup! 850-495-1734 tlgpensacolafl@thelittlegym.com www.thelittlegym.com/pensacolafl

URU Yoga and Beyond

2400 Executive Plaza Drive , Pensacola Children’s Yoga Birthday Parties $150. Available at All 3 URU Yoga locations. 850-377-5334 URUYOGA@gmail.com www.uruyoga.com

UWF Pool Party

11000 University Parkway, Pensacola Visit our website under Aquatic Center, then click Pool Parties and Group Rentals. 850-474-2497 www.uwf.edu

Vince J. Whibbs, Sr. Community Maritime Park

301 West Main Street , Pensacola A multi-use, park development on Pensacola’s waterfront. Exhibition space, an amphitheater, playground, festival grounds and is also home the the Blue Wahoos Stadium. 850-436-5670 MaritimePark@cityofpensacola.com www.pensacolacommunitymaritimepark.com

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Rental Entertainment / Party Supplies Backyard Bouncers

Pensacola Slides, (wet and dry), bounce houses, inflatable obstacle courses, inflatable playground, inflatable wrecking ball, concessions and party supplies available for rental. 850-475-8846 BackyardBouncers@cox.net www.backyardbouncerspensacola.com

Bounce-N-Slide

Serving the Greater Pensacola Area, Bounce houses, slides, waterslides, moon walks, jumpers, and more. We deliver, set up, and take down inflatables. 850-384-6464 www.bounce-n-slide.com

Custom Baskets and Balloons

9254 North Palafox Street, Pensacola Custom balloon displays, arches, centerpieces, gift baskets and more. Visit us on Facebook for pictures. We deliver! 850-479-4438 cbbw@custombasketsballoons.com www.custombasketsballoons.com

Incredible Adventures Inflatables

Bounce houses, obstacle courses, inflatable games, slides, snow cones, party supplies and more. Delivery available. Serving the Panhandle

of Florida including Pensacola, Pace, Milton, Cantonment, Molino, and more. 850-776-1995 incredibleadventures@yahoo.com www.incredibleadventuresinflatables.com

Kent’s Special Events

3877 North Palafox Street, Pensacola Tents, tables, chairs, lighting, foam/bubble machine, concessions. we are a full service rental and sales company. 850-932-3505 www.gokents.com

Outdoor Fun Inflatables

Baldwin County, Surrounding Areas and parts of Pensacola! Obstacle courses, dry slides, water slides, tent, tables, & more. 251-923-7719 www.outdoorfuninflatables.com

Patriot Party Rentals

Inflatables and concessions rental items. 850-889-1020 patriotpartyrentals@gmail.com http://patriotpartyrentals.com/

Pensacola Inflatables

We offer a diverse inventory of entertainment from inflatable water & dry slides, bounce houses, mechanical rides, rock climbing walls, bungee trampolines, concessions and offer free delivery and setup. Like us on Facebook! 850-602-9255 info@pensacolainflatables.com www.Pensacolainflatables.com

SupDogs Paddleboard and Kayak Rentals

Pensacola Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals. They are delivered to your preferred paddle boarding location. Ask about options for birthday parties, corporate parties, youth groups and team building. Visit us on Facebook! 850-324-5584 contact@isupdogs.com www.isupdogs.com GPP

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FamilyCalendar Wednesday, June 30

Pensacola International Billfish Tournament Through July 4. Hosted by the Pensacola Big Game Fishing Club. For more info, call (850) 453-4638 or visit www.pbgfc.com/. Blue Angels Practices Gates open at 9:30 a.m. and the Blues are scheduled to take to the skies at 10:30. Masking and socialdistancing requirements will be in effect on the flight line. The museum and these practices are open to DoD ID card holders and their guests who can access NAS Pensacola. For more info, visit www.navalaviationmuseum.org/blueangels/. Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Winning Wednesday 6:35 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Biloxi Shuckers. This three-for-the-priceof-one theme night will feature the team taking the field in specialty Paw Patrol jerseys, Bark in the Park, and a celebration of Pensacola’s First Responders in a fun-filled night for children, families, and canine friends alike. For more info, visit https://www.milb. com/pensacola/schedule/.

Thursday, July 1

Pensacola Sports Racquet Round-Up A series of free tennis clinics offered around the Pensacola area throughout June. Today’s event takes place at Gulf Breeze – Shoreline Tennis Courts.

Friday, July 2

Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Giveaway Friday 6:35 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Biloxi Shuckers. Each Friday home game, the first 2,000 fans through the gates will receive an exclusive giveaway item. For info, visit https://www.milb.com/pensacola/schedule/.

Saturday, July 3

Highway 87 Outdoor Market at Pik-itz 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 1922 Highway 87, Navarre. This biweekly outdoor market takes place on first and third Saturdays. Farm to Table vendors are available along with arts and crafts. For more info, call (850) 710-7128 or visit www.pikitz.com. Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Fireworks Saturday 6:05 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Biloxi Shuckers. Each Saturday home game features a post-game fireworks spectacular over Pensacola Bay! For more info, visit https://www.milb.com/pensacola/schedule/. RMH Firecracker 5K 7 a.m. Seville Quarter, 130 East Government St., Pensacola. The 2021 Firecracker 5K benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Florida. The race starts and ends at Seville Quarter and invites both runners and walkers (also virtually!) to join the fun. Celebrate our Fourth of July themed race by wearing your red, white and blue! Following the 5K is the Kids Fun Run. $30 registration; free Kids Fun Run. For more info, visit https://rmhc-nwfl.org/ firecracker-5k/. 200 South Small Business Saturday All day the first Saturday of each month. 200 South Palafox Pl., Pensacola. Bring in a receipt from a purchase made from another downtown business and receive 10% off your bill at 200 South. This is redeemable at Graffiti Pizza, World of Beer, Taco Agave and Blend Lounge. Must be a receipt dated that specific Saturday and can only be redeemed that same day. *Limit one discount total. For more info, find us on Facebook.

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July 4th Celebration BASH 3-7 p.m. Anderson Subaru; 7050 Pensacola Blvd. Bounce houses for all ages, large petting zoo hosted by Duck Duck Moo Traveling Petting Zoo, local DJ music entertainment, food trucks (Who Cut The Grilled Cheese, Mister Softee and Sneaky Tiki) and more. ALL proceeds collected will be donated to the Gulf Coast Kids House. For info, call (850) 696-1241 or visit us on Facebook.

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Thursday, July 8

Open Mic at The Gordon 7-10 p.m. 306 N DeVilliers St., Pensacola. Free, no admission charged. Come join in as a performer or audience participant! Performers can sign up for a time slot when they arrive. Come be inspired by the creativity and talent of our local artists in a safe environment! For more info, call (850) 857-8961 or visit https://downtownpensacola.com/.

Hometown 4th of July Celebration 6-9:30 p.m. 8649 Gulf Blvd. Navarre Beach. Celebrate the 4th of July on Navarre Beach with family fun, food and live entertainment leading up to the Navarre Beach Fireworks Display at 9 p.m. Johnny Earthquake & The Moondogs will perform at 7 p.m. Bring a blanket and chairs to enjoy the show. For more info, visit www.navarrechamber.com or call (850) 939-3267.

Friday, July 9

Laguna’s Headliners: Summer Concert Series Noon-3 p.m. Noah Desimone; 6 p.m. Michael Miller Band. Laguna’s Beach Bar + Grill, 460 Pensacola Beach Blvd. Live music, food, drink specials and giveaways. For more info, visit https://lagunaspensacolabeach.com/entertainment or call (850) 677-3905.

Saturday, July 10

Navarre Beach 4th of July Fireworks 9 p.m. 8579 Gulf Blvd., Navarre Beach. Celebrate the 4th of July on Navarre Beach. Fireworks display will be shot off from the end of the Navarre Beach Fishing Pier. 2021 July 4th Riverfest 9 a.m.-9 p.m. 5210 Willing St., Milton. This familyfriendly event features the Firecracker Bike Show, a car show, food vendors, retail vendors, live entertainment, and the Great Mill Town Duck Race. The night will end with a fireworks display over the Blackwater River at dark. For more info, visit www.srcchamber. com or call (850) 623-2339. Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Military Family Sunday 4 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Biloxi Shuckers. Each Sunday, active or retired military members will receive a discount at the box office with valid I.D. and military families will be honored and recognized each week. Post-game kids run the bases and family toss in the outfield will also return. For more info, visit https://www.milb.com/pensacola/schedule/. Sertoma’s 4th of July Fireworks 4 p.m. Old Seville. Live music, food trucks and beverage vendors. Come out with your blankets and lawn chairs and get ready for a fantastic fireworks show over the bay beginning at 9 p.m. Bring a radio and tune to Cat Country 98.7 for special 4th of July music to accompany the fireworks! For more info, visit https://pensacolafireworks.com/. Pensacola Symphony Orchestra Presents Symphony Sparks & Stars 7 p.m. Hunter Amphitheater at Maritime Park. With beautiful Pensacola Bay as the backdrop, this free outdoor concert will honor the U.S. Armed Forces and feature a mix of patriotic music with popular favorites performed by the PSO under the direction of Maestro Peter Rubardt along with Brittan Braddock and Don Snowden. For more info, visit www.pensacolasymphony.com/ or call (850) 435-2533. July 4th Fireworks on Pensacola Beach Boardwalk 8:30 p.m. 400 Quietwater Beach Rd., Gulf Breeze. Free dazzling fireworks display along the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Santa Rosa Sound! For more info, call (850) 932-2257 or visit www.pensacolabeachchamber.com.

Wednesday, July 7

Blue Angels Practices Gates open at 9:30 a.m. and the Blues are scheduled to take to the skies at 10:30. For details, see June 30 listing.

Youth Dance Intensive 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Gordon Community Art Center, 306 N DeVilliers St. Come join us for a day of dance! Ages 8-13. $25 for the day, includes lunch and snack. For more info, call (850) 857-8961 or e-mail penartsinc@ gmail.com.

Shark School at the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center 10-11:30 a.m. 8740 Gulf Blvd. Navarre Beach. Explore local Gulf Coast sharks, shark biology and shark conservation. Each program accommodates up to 10 “enrolled students” and a guest/parent or guardian. For more info and to register, visit https://navarrebeachseaturtles.org/ or call (850) 684-3347. 2021 Pensacola Beach Blue Angels Air Show The world-famous Blue Angels perform over Pensacola Beach on Santa Rosa Island. The show highlights our hometown heroes — the Blue Angels — the U.S. Navy’s flight demonstration squadron stationed at Forrest Sherman Field aboard Naval Air Station Pensacola. The Blues hold several practice sessions along the beach in the days leading up to the big event on show day. For more info, call (850) 932-2257 or visit www.visitpensacolabeach.com. Natural Healing/Cancer Study 2-4 p.m. Ever’man Educational Center, 315 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. FREE. A group that studies the illness of cancer. Presentations are done through DVDs or by live speakers who share personal insights and experiences. Call (850) 433-5353 ext. 10 or visit http://everman.org/.

Sunday, July 11

Blues Angel Music’s Blues on the Bay Memory Lane 6-8 p.m. Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Street, Pensacola. Pack your coolers, bring your lawn chairs and join us at the Hunter Amphitheater! Concerts are free and open to the public. For more info, find us on Facebook. Pensacola Beach Art Walk on the Boardwalk 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 400 Quietwater Beach Rd. Local art vendors, live music, restaurants and drinks. For more info, visit www.bamboowillies.com/ or call (850) 916-9888.

Tuesday, July 13

Pensacola Sports Kick Start Soccer 8:30 a.m.-noon. Brent Lane Soccer Field, 4711 N. W Street. Free clinics intended to kickstart an interest in soccer for kids while providing a new, healthy, and safe outlet for free time during the summer. The clinic is open to children of all skill levels between the ages of 5-12. Participants are required to bring cleats or tennis shoes to play and are encouraged to put on sunscreen before coming to camp. Call (850) 4342800 or visit https://pensacolasports.org/.

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Gulf Breeze. Program includes education segments and presentations by local business women. Lunch is not provided. Call (850) 529-0908 or Visit https:// powerfulwomengulfcoast.com/.

Wednesday, July 14

Return of Gallery Night Pensacola 5-10 p.m. third Fridays. South Palafox Street in downtown Pensacola. The July event will coincide with the city’s upcoming Bicentennial celebration. For more info, visit https://gallerynightpensacola.org/ or find us on Facebook.

Pensacola Sports Kick Start Soccer 8:30 a.m.-noon. Brent Lane Soccer Field, 4711 N. W Street. For details, see July 13 listing.

Blue Angels Practices Gates open at 9:30 a.m. and the Blues are scheduled to take to the skies at 10:30. For details, see June 30 listing. Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Winning Wednesday 6:35 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Chattanooga Lookouts. For details, see June 30 listing.

Thursday, July 15

Pensacola Sports Kick Start Soccer 8:30 a.m.-noon. Brent Lane Soccer Field, 4711 N. W Street. For details, see July 13 listing. University of Florida IFAS Extension Science Hour Noon-1 p.m. via Facebook Live. The University of Florida IFAS Extension Escambia County is the liaison between research conducted by scientists at the University of Florida and our local community. This month, our plan is a tour of the Emergency Operations Center in Escambia Count.y Visit https://www. facebook.com/escambia.extension to watch the presentation. For more info about Science Hour, contact Carrie at (850) 475-5230 or ctsteven@ufl.edu. Maserati Pensacola Grand Opening 5:30 p.m. 5600 Pensacola Blvd. Join us in welcoming Maserati to the Step One Automotive family! Ribbon cutting at 5:30 p.m. and doors open at 6. Dress in your most elegant summer whites and enjoy delicious Italian hors d’oeuvres, hand-crafted cocktails, and dazzling fireworks at 9 p.m. RSVP required to http:// bit.ly/CiaoBellaMaserati. Pensacola Symphony Orchestra Presents Keep It 100 7 p.m. Artel Gallery. Join a small group of PSO musicians for a free performance. These small, intimate performances are a wonderful way to experience beautiful music surrounded by visual art. For more info, visit www.pensacolasymphony.com/ or call (850) 435-2533.

Friday, July 16

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Aesop’s Fables 7:30 p.m. Adapted by James Brock and directed by Jennifer Bunnell. Four of Aesop’s best loved fables . . . “The Fox and the Crow,” “The Tortoise and the Hare,” “The Donkey in the Lion’s Skin,” and finally, “The Fox and the Sour Grapes,” are produced for the whole family and especially for very young audiences. A great intro to live performance! For tickets or more info, call (850) 432-2042 or visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com/. The Lubben Brothers in Concert 7:30 p.m. The Gordon Community Art Center, 306 N DeVilliers St. These talented triplets (Michael, Tom and Joshua) will perform for the first time in Pensacola. For more info, call (850) 857-8961 or visit https://penarts.org/. The Gulf Breeze Chapter of Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast Monthly Meeting 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Meets the 3rd Friday of every month at Beef O’Brady’s, 344 Gulf Breeze Parkway in

Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Giveaway Friday 6:35 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Chattanooga Lookouts. For details, see July 2 listing. West Florida Days Living History Weekend 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Historic Pensacola, 120 Church St. Reenactors in period attire will have historic encampments set up throughout Historic Pensacola Village. Learn about the events leading up to the 1821 exchange of flags. Battle reenactments of the War of 1812 and First Seminole War will take place at Fountain Park at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. For more info, call (850) 595-5985 or visit http://historicpensacola.org/.

Saturday, July 17

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Aesop’s Fables 7:30 p.m. For details, see July 16 listing. Highway 87 Outdoor Market at Pik-itz 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 1922 Highway 87, Navarre. For details, see July 3 listing.

Free Pilates in Community Maritime Park 10:30-11:30 a.m. Third Sunday of each month. Classes are open to all ages and levels of experience. Certified instructors from Pure Pilates Studio will provide instruction. The class is free, but you will need to BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat) and a bottle of water. Please arrive early. For more info, find us on Facebook.

Monday, July 19

Pensacola Little Theatre Holds Auditions for Clue 6:30 p.m. Directed by Mario Dante Cieri. Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. Performances will be September 10-26. Auditions will involve cold readings from the script. Six men and six women are needed. For more info, call (850) 432-2042 or visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com/.

Tuesday, July 20

Blue Angels Practices Gates open at 9:30 a.m. and the Blues are scheduled to take to the skies at 10:30. For details, see June 30 listing.

Wednesday, July 21

Blue Angels Practices Gates open at 9:30 a.m. and the Blues are scheduled to take to the skies at 10:30. For details, see June 30 listing.

Thursday, July 22

Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Fireworks Saturday 6:05 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Chattanooga Lookouts. For details, see July 3 listing.

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Aesop’s Fables 7:30 p.m. For details, see July 16 listing.

West Florida Days Living History Weekend 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Historic Pensacola, 120 Church St. For details, see July 16 listing. Ever’man Cooks! Debby’s Kitchen 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monthly on the third Saturday. Ever’man Educational Center, 315 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. This class is for the novice cook at any age. It will be educational, fun & offer basic knife & sauce skills. Cost: $5. For more info, call (850) 4335353 ext. 10 or visit http://everman.org/. Escambia County’s Bicentennial Celebration At sunrise, the Santa Rosa Creek Tribe will offer a blessing of this important day in Florida’s history downtown in UWF Historic Trust Museum Plaza. All are welcome to attend. Later that morning, a formal program will take place in Museum Plaza (Historic Pensacola Village). Spanish and English military reenactors will mingle with the audience, and Historic Pensacola Village will be open to the public at no charge. For more info, visit www. visitpensacola.com/event/escambia-county’s-bicentennial-celebration/8710/.

Sunday, July 18

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Aesop’s Fables 2:30 p.m. For details, see July 16 listing. Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Military Family Sunday 4 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Chattanooga Lookouts. For details, see July 4 listing.

Friday, July 23

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Aesop’s Fables 7:30 p.m. For details, see July 16 listing. Youth Theatre Intensive 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Gordon Community Art Center, 306 N DeVilliers St. Come join us for a day of theatre! Ages 8-13. $25 for the day, includes lunch and snack. ($20 if paid before July 9.) For more info, call (850) 857-8961 or e-mail penartsinc@gmail.com. Bud Light Fishing Rodeo Through July 26. Weigh-in is from 2-7 p.m. Saturday at Flounders on Pensacola Beach and noon-6 p.m. Sunday. Cash awards and prizes for the angler who weighs in the top three fish in 21 different species. In addition to the rodeo, there is the Step One Automotive King Mackerel Challenge and In-Shore Challenge with separate buy-in and cash and prizes awarded to the boat that brings in the biggest king mackerel and in-shore slam. For more info, visit https://pensacolasports.org/ pensacolafishingrodeo/ or call (850) 434-2800.

Saturday, July 24

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Aesop’s Fables 7:30 p.m. For details, see July 16 listing. Ever’Market at Nine Mile Road 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Monthly on the fourth Saturday. Call (850) 316-3700 or visit http://everman.org/. Natural Healing/Cancer Study 2-4 p.m. Ever’man Educational Center, 315 W. Garden Street, Pensacola. For details, see July 10 listing.

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FamilyCalendar Shark School at the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center 10-11:30 a.m. 8740 Gulf Blvd. Navarre Beach. For details, see July 10 listing.

Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Fireworks Saturday 6:05 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Mississippi Braves. For details, see July 3 listing.

200 South Outdoor Market 3-8 p.m. 200 South Palafox Place, Pensacola. Every month we will have local creatives featuring their newest creations, including: macrame, homemade baked goods, pet treats and accessories, jewelry, vintage clothing for men and women, art, photography, girls’ clothing and accessories, woodworking, coffee and natural body products. For more info, find us on Facebook.

Trash Bash with the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center 8-10 a.m. Held the last Saturday of each month. Meet in the main Navarre Beach Parking Lot near the Sand Crab Pavilion. Limited supplies of gloves, buckets and pickers are provided, but you can bring your own.

Monster Jam at Pensacola Bay Center 1 and 7 p.m. Monster Jam features the ultimate mix of high-flying action and four-wheel excitement. Truck lineup includes Grave Digger, Megalodon, Jester, Kraken, Xtermigator and FTI Torque. Tickets start at $20 on ticketmaster. At the Monster Jam Pit Party (10:30 a.m.noon), you can see the trucks up close, take pictures and enjoy other family-friendly fun. For more info, visit www.pensacolabaycenter.com/ or call (850) 432-0800. Summer Sizzler Comedy Jam starring Don ‘DC’ Curry 8 p.m. Pensacola Saenger Theatre. Comedic heavyweight, Don “DC” Curry, most known for playing the hilarious Uncle Elroy in Next Friday and Friday After Next. Also featuring funny man Sherman Golden and Dexter Tucker. For tickets or more info, call (850) 595-3880 or visit pensacolasaenger.com/.

Sunday, July 25

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Aesop’s Fables 2:30 p.m. For details, see July 16 listing. Monster Jam at Pensacola Bay Center 2 p.m. Monster Jam Pit Party is 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. today. For further details, see July 24 listing. Blues Angel Music’s Blues on the Bay Not Quite Fab 6-8 p.m. Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Street, Pensacola. For details, see July 11 listing.

Wednesday, July 28

Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Winning Wednesday 6:35 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Mississippi Braves. For details, see June 30 listing.

Friday, July 30

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Snow White and the Prince: A Musical 7:30 p.m. Written by Janet Yates Voght and Mark Friedmen; directed by Ann Ferguson. Snow White prepares for her birthday ball and dreams of finding Prince Charming. When the star-crossed couple meets, it’s love at first sight, but the evil Queen will stop at nothing to be the fairest of the land. This romantic and funny adventure has all your beloved characters and a few new ones. For tickets or more info, call (850) 4322042 or visit www.pensacolalittletheatre.com/. Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Giveaway Friday 6:35 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Mississippi Braves. For details, see July 2 listing.

Saturday, July 31

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Snow White and the Prince: A Musical 7:30 p.m. For details, see July 30 listing.

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White Tie Rock Ensemble at Pensacola Bay Center 8 p.m. White Tie Rock Ensemble presents two of rock’s most iconic albums, Led Zeppelin IV and Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon, in one spectacular night of rock n roll. A full rock band, along with the Tied Up Electric String Quartet, will recreate these iconic rock albums from front to back with unparalleled precision. Tickets start at $25. For more info, visit www.pensacolabaycenter.com/ or call (850) 432-0800.

Sunday, August 1

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Snow White and the Prince: A Musical 2:30 p.m. For details, see July 30 listing. Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball Team Military Family Sunday 4 p.m. Blue Wahoos Stadium. Vs. Mississippi Braves. For details, see July 4 listing.

Tuesday, August 3

Harlem Globetrotters at Pensacola Bay Center 7 p.m. Tickets start at $29. Group tickets are available by calling (850) 432-0800 x 224. For more info, visit www.pensacolabaycenter.com/ or ticketmaster.com.

Friday, August 6

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Snow White and the Prince: A Musical 7:30 p.m. For details, see July 30 listing. Laguna’s Headliners: Summer Concert Series 3-6 p.m. Jessie Ritter; 8 p.m. Johnny Hayes & The Loveseats. Laguna’s Beach Bar + Grill, 460 Pensacola Beach Blvd. For details, see July 4 listing.

Saturday, August 7

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Snow White and the Prince: A Musical 7:30 p.m. For details, see July 30 listing. 200 South Small Business Saturday All day the first Saturday of each month. 200 South Palafox Pl., Pensacola. For details, see July 3 listing.

Sunday, August 8

Pensacola Little Theatre Presents Snow White and the Prince: A Musical 2:30 p.m. For details, see July 30 listing. Blues Angel Music’s Blues on the Bay Astronauts 6-8 p.m. Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Street, Pensacola. For details, see July 11 listing.

Every Tuesday This Month

Story Sprouts Outdoor Fun 10-11 a.m. 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. Free. Call (850) 433-5353 ext. 10 or visit http://everman.org/. Funky Yoga Flow 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/. Bands on the Beach Outdoor Concert Series 7 p.m. every Tuesday through October. Located in the Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to the pavilion area. No pets allowed and glass is prohibited. For more info and schedule, visit https://visitpensacolabeach.com/whats-happeningbands-on-beach/ or call (850) 932-2257. Tuesday Jazz Jam 7:30 p.m. Seville Quarter, 130 East Government Street. Featuring various jazz vocalists and musicians weekly. The jazz concert will start in the Lili Marlene room. For info, call (850) 434-6211 or visit www.sevillequarter.com/.

Every Thursday This Month

Tunes by the Dunes 2021 7 p.m. 8649 Gulf Blvd., Navarre. The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce hosts this annual free summer concert series every Thursday evening through August 12. Enjoy a relaxing evening at the Sand Crab Pavilion for live local music and local food vendors. Spectators are encouraged to bring their own beach blankets and lawn chairs. For more info, call (850) 939-3267 or visit www.navarrechamber. com/tunes-by-the-dunes for band schedule.

Every Friday This Month

Bands on the Blackwater Spring Series 7-9 p.m. Friday nights. 5158 Willings St., Milton. Free outdoor spring and fall concert series held in downtown Milton. Pull up your boat or bring a lawn chair and relax while listening to some great music! For more info, visit www.facebook.com/BandsOnTheBlackwater or call (850) 983-5400.

Every Saturday This Month

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, call (850) 434-5371 or visit www.palafoxmarket.com. Santa Rosa Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Berryhill Road next to Locklin Technical School and Friendship Baptist Church. Providing local goods, including seasonal produce, eggs, chicken, jams, jellies, home-baked treats, fresh breads, honey, pickles and local arts and craft items. For more info, call (850) 398-2558 or find us on Facebook. Pensacola Uptown Market 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 7201 N 9th Ave A5, Pensacola. With more than 50 vendors and growing every week. Trader Bo’s, along with Uptown Market and Green with Envy, host vendors from the area that include arts, crafts, antiques, collectibles & MORE! Several of the area’s popular food trucks are always here, too. For more info, visit www. uptown.market/events or call (850) 912-8030. Because of ever-changing circumstances due to Covid-19 , please check with each venue prior to attending the event to verify the information provided is still accurate and up to date.

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East Brent Baptist Church 4801 N Davis Highway Pensacola, 32503 Theme: Mystery Island: Tracking Down the One True God Dates: July 12-16, 2021 Times: 8am - 12pm Ages: 5 years - 5th grade (850) 477-5812 info@eastbrent.com www.eastbrent.com

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Bible Schools Cokesbury United Methodist Church 5725 North 9th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504 Theme: Rocky Railway Dates: July 12-16, 2021 Times: 6:00pm-8:00pm Ages: 4 years - 5th grade Registration: cokesburychurch.com/vbs (850) 476-5818 www.cokesburychurch.com

First Pentecostal Church

6500 North W Street, Pensacola, FL 32505 Theme: The Faith Race Dates: July 13 - 16 Times: 5 pm - 8:30 pm Ages: 5-11 (850) 477-1100

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Myrtle Grove Baptist Church 5920 Lillian Highway Pensacola, 32506 Dates: July 5-9, 2021 Times: 9:00am-12:00pm Ages: 5 years old-completed 5th grade (850) 455-7389 plcadmin@mgbc.church myrtlegrovebaptistchurch.org

Myrtle Grove United Methodist Church Theme: Discovery on Adventure Island (Virtual) Dates: Registration deadline is Wednesday, July 7 and Monday, July 12 is the starting date Ages: Any age VBS is virtual and online. Packs of material and craft supplies are available on a first come first serve basis and will be handed out until they are gone. (850) 456-7463 church.office@mgumc.org www.atthegrove.church

Upper Room Church and Pensacola Beach Community Church 655 Pensacola Beach Blvd, Pensacola, 32561 Theme: Gods Wonder Lab Dates: July 19-23, 2021 Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm Ages: Preschool - 3rd grade Registration online. (850) 384-0766 leah@upperroompensacola.com www.upperroompensacola.com

WinShape Camps Gulf Breeze 1122 Oriole Beach Road Gulf Breeze, 32563 Dates: July 19 - 23, 2021 Times: Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 12pm Ages: K - 8th Grade Come be a part of this incredible adventure where we combine sports, recreation, arts, Bible study and worship into one incredible week! Cost: $219 (850) 932-8197 Rebecca@coastlinelife.com www.winshapecamps.org

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Don’t Most People Already Know? Q. You talk a lot about budgeting, and how important it is in getting control of your money. But don’t most people already have a good idea of what they’re spending, and how much they have in the bank, without going through all the time and trouble of developing an actual budget?

A. Well, if that were true, why are people paying billions in overdraft fees every year? Why are so many people deep in debt and living paycheck to paycheck, even without taking the effects of a pandemic into account? It’s because most people don’t really know where their money’s going each month. Let’s start with a simple definition of budgeting. A budget is just a plan. It’s not a restriction on spending, it’s a strategy

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for what you’ll do with all your money. It’s tracking what’s coming in and what’s going out. When you budget every month, you’re giving your money purpose. You’re controlling your money, and telling it where to go, instead of scratching your head and wondering where it all went. The word budget gets a bum rap, because some people think it’ll be like putting a straitjacket on their spending and their lives. But that really isn’t true at all. Budgeting actually gives you the power to spend wisely and with purpose. Budgeting even causes feelings of fear, intimidation, and anger in some folks. Sure, it takes a little time and effort at first to create a budget that really works. But once you get the hang of it, and it doesn’t take long, the hard part is over.

Still, to make your cash flow plan work, you have to do it consistently. That means sitting down every month, and making a budget for the upcoming month. Don’t let the fear of what you might find stop you, and don’t overcomplicate things. It’s easy as writing down your income and everything that requires money for the month, then doing a little basic math. And once you have a plan in place, stick to it! Too many people get lazy, or “forget” to do a monthly budget. Give it a shot. You’ll experience a sense of freedom, security, and accomplishment like you’ve never felt before once you’ve taken that first step toward gaining control of your money!

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