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TOUCH SUPERVISION is drowning prevention

Keep your child within arm’s reach while in or around water. They only need a few inches of water to drown. • Adults supervising children in the water should be able to swim. Supervising adults must be physically capable of rescuing the swimmer. • Learn CPR. In the time it takes for paramedics to arrive, you can save a child’s life with CPR skills. • Place fences around water sources including pools, ponds, and hot tubs. • Enroll children in swimming classes at an early age to learn the basics of water safety. • Air-filled or foam toys are not safety devices. Do not use air-filled or foam toys, such as “water wings,” “noodles,” “floaties,” or inner-tubes, in the place of life jackets. Put these toys away when not in use so that children are not tempted to enter the water unsupervised.

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Publisher’s Note Lynn Knighton

Teens and Screens

Helping them understand their “online” life IS their “offline” life.

The Ultimate Home Birthday Party

Your guide to a great celebration!

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

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Birthday Party Guide

All the local resources you need for their big day.

Teen Turmoil

Dave Ramsey

Advice for helping your teens manage their emotions.

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Bits and Pieces

Amelia Grace Keating (almost 1), daughter of Danny and Kristen Keating and little sister to Austin (14), Aiden (12) and Faith (10). She is the granddaughter

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of Melinda and Carl Fredrickson, and Karen Keating, and John Santos. Amelia loves playing with her huskies and her siblings, playing in the

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water, cuddling with Momma, getting on the trampoline with her big sister and going on walks with her big brothers.

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Greater Pensacola Greater Pensacola’s Foremost Parenting Source

If you walk through my home and look around long enough you are sure to find little pieces of tape, maybe a random thumb tack in a wall somewhere, and a piece or two of confetti the vacuum missed. This is due to my deep love of decorating for any and every celebration, especially birthdays. I do tend to go a little overboard, and now that I have been introduced to the world of balloon garland...game changer! For every birthday we have, that family member wakes up to a full display of birthday décor. Sometimes it is a tasteful, color coordinated look, and other times, it is an obnoxious room adorned with Care Bear and Disney Princess balloons (which is funnier considering my girls ages). I have even invested in a small balloon-inflating machine and tend to keep a plethora of balloons, streamers and other décor on hand. Over the years, the kids have found signage on bathroom mirrors, hidden balloons in the shower and, of course, adorned doorways. Some women collect shoes, I collect party décor. It isn’t just the decorating about which I am passionate. It also makes me so happy having people over to celebrate with us. Every time the girls have a birthday, about a month prior, I start asking what they want... theme, cake, colors and activities. When they were younger they would pick the craziest themes, which were so much fun to put together. Many of our parties have been at home because of this. One year we hosted a “Webkinz” party (remember those?!) complete with a gem hunt. That was a lot of fun, but when it came to the 80s themed party, the young girl in me was ALL IN. We found a cheap roll of black bulletin board paper and splatter painted neon color all over it, then hung it over the walls of the “dance floor” (aka the family room). It was So.Much.Fun! If you have ever hosted a party at home you know that it can be a lot of work and not necessarily cheaper, but with a clear plan and some organization things can go a whole lot smoother. I absolutely love Sandra Gordon’s tips in this month’s feature, Your Guide to Hosting the Ultimate Kid’s Home Birthday Party. Her outline of steps is something I will definitely be holding on to for future party planning. If the thought of hosting a home party makes you break out with hives, or if your child wants to have his party in a cool venue, no worries! We can help you with that too! Just flip over to our annual Birthday Party Resource Guide, where you will find several options for party places to help you celebrate your child’s special day complete with décor, entertainment, and the best part, cleanup! In the guide you will also find entertainment companies, places to order cakes and treats, rental businesses and so much more! So whether you decide to host your party at a venue or at home, you definitely want to hold on to this issue year round as you plan your various celebrations. This is an edition full of celebrations, and as we also celebrate the birth of our nation’s independence, I would like to thank all of the men, women and families who serve and sacrifice so much for our country. For that, I am truly grateful!

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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Don’t Control, Fix or Avoid From 2000 to 2016, opioid-related deaths in the U.S. increased by 300%. In contrast, Germany, the 2nd largest opioid prescribing country, did not experience an increase. The huge difference is that Germans believe discomfort is a part of the healing process while Americans believe it should be fully avoided. I believe that the American culture’s avoidance of discomfort has led to our current mental health crisis. Many Americans fully embrace the idea that “bad feelings” are unhealthy and “good feelings” are healthy. This could not be less true. Mentally strong individuals are able to be comfortable with the full spectrum of human emotions. It is important to teach children that negative thoughts, feelings, and emotions are simply part of the human experience. When parents immediately intervene, they are inadvertently eliminating opportunities for the development of healthy coping behaviors.

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Humans display three unhealthy behaviors to “bad” thoughts, feelings, and emotions: fix, control, or avoid. Unhealthy fixing is when you meet your child’s need too early. You may notice that your child’s drink cup is empty and fill it. This may prevent your child from being upset, but it is not teaching her to independently identify the problem and ask for help. An example of unhealthy control is immediately telling your teenager “no” when he asks to drive to the store after dark. He is definitely safer at home, but you have removed an opportunity for your teen to build trust and learn how to be a better driver. Unhealthy avoidance is when you let your child win a game because she gets upset when she loses. She must experience losing to learn to tolerate it well. How can you teach yourself to embrace “bad” thoughts, feelings, and emotions? 1. Sit with them. When difficult thoughts, feelings, and emotions arise, do not control, fix, or avoid. Simply sit with the discomfort.

2. Ask yourself if your thoughts, feelings, or emotions are true and/or helpful. 3. Your brain will overwhelm you with opinions and judgements, so make sure you refocus to the facts. 4. Ask yourself, “What response is most consistent with who I want to be?” Act in a manner that is consistent with who you want to be. Sometimes, the healthiest response is to fix, control, or avoid something. However, mentally strong people take the time to choose this response instead of instinctively reacting. How can you teach your child to embrace “bad” thoughts, feelings, and emotions? 1. When they become distressed, DO NOT REACT. Sit with them for a second. Every huge mistake I have made in life, is when I reacted without thinking. 2. Make sure you understand what happened and talk to your child about the facts. Avoid telling children how they feel because your opinion of their feelings may be incorrect. STICK TO THE FACTS! The cup is empty, the chore is not done, etc. 3. A child views opinions as facts. Refocus them to the facts. 4. Ask, “Who do you want to be in this moment?” Give them options of responses. Act out good and bad examples. Children find this hilarious. 5. Reward and praise any attempt they make at a healthy response. 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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Come out to Old Seville at 4:30pm for live music and food trucks. Come out, bring your blankets and lawn chairs and get ready for a fantastic fireworks show over the bay beginning at 9pm. Bring a radio and tune to Cat Country 98.7 for the special 4th of July music to accompany the fireworks! For more information, please visit https:// pensacolafireworks.com/.

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Crab Cake Cook-Off

July 20 from 6 to 8 pm Join The Arc Gateway for the summer’s tastiest fundraiser - the Crab Cake Cook-Off at Seville Quarter. Enjoy all you can eat crab cakes from your favorite local chefs and restaurants, and then vote for your favorite, as you select the People’s Choice Award Winner for 2022! Live Music by Britt Landrum Music Art Sale by The Arc Gateway Artists Silent Auction of Fabulous Items & Experiences VIP Experience also includes: Designated Red Carpet VIP Entrance Early Event Access beginning at 5:30 p.m. Exclusive VIP Lounge with Concierge Service Signature Cocktail in Commemorative Drinkware. Please visit http://www. crabcakecookoff.org for tickets.

Bands on the Beach

Tuesdays at 7 p.m. through October 25 Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series features a lineup of performers sure to please every musical taste. Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Bring your lawn chair and join us. For more info, visit https://visitpensacolabeach.com/whats-happening-bands-on-beach/.

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Blue Angels Pensacola Beach Air Show

4th of July 5K

A soon to be Pensacola Beach Favorite! This is a FUN and HOT American Made event for the entire family. Locals and tourists will love our scenic, flat, and yes, hot 5k. A fun-filled event with a great after-party at the Tiki Bar is the best way to start your celebration. Registrants will experience a professionally timed race and one of the best Post-Race Parties around. All registrants will receive a Tee-Shirt and Race Winners will receive an award. Please visit https://runpensacola.com/ event/4th-of-july-5k/ to register.

This must-see event features the world-famous Blue Angels performing over Pensacola Beach on Santa Rosa Island. Red, white and blues week is July 6-9, 2022. Locals and visitors from all over look forward to the annual Pensacola Beach Air Show held in the summer. 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. Please visit https://www.visitpensacola. com/events/official-blues-angels-air-show-pensacola-beach/.

Preschool Art and Story Time

Sensory Friendly Movie Showing

Join the Pensacola Museum of Art (PMA) in partnership with the West Florida Public Library to engage your preschooler in story time and crafts. A librarian will read selections of similarly themed books and encourage movement and participation. Afterward, an art educator will lead parents and preschoolers in a craft related to the theme of the reading selections. For ages 2-5 years old. Capacity is limited to 10 pairs - one guardian and one child, and pre-registration is required. Please visit https://pensacolamuseum.org/ for more info and to pre-register for this free program at the PMA. Upcoming Dates: July 16, August 13, Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 19, and Dec. 10.

Emerald Coast Exceptional Families is super excited to once again partner with The Breeze Cinema 8 to offer our annual Special Needs Movie Showing on July 8 at 10am! This year we’re viewing Minions, The Rise of Gru! Lights will be on low and sound will be lowered. All special needs children and their siblings are welcome. Tickets are $7 for both children and adults this year, and everyone will receive a free Kids Pack of popcorn, candy, and a kid’s drink. Additional snacks will be available for purchase at the theater. Tickets must be purchased in advance. They are non-refundable, and in the event of guest cancellation, will be considered a charitable donation. Please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sensoryfriendly-movie-showing-tickets-334838600267?aff=ebdssbdestse arch to purchase tickets.

Blues Angel Music Blues on the Bay Free Concert Series

Free Yoga in the Park

Our free concert series is one of the most popular events for locals and visitors to spend the final hours of their weekend enjoying great music with family and friends in a great atmosphere. Concerts are held on select Sunday evenings at the Community Maritime Park. Line up for July and August: July 10 - Classic June, July 24 - Goldmine, August 7- Reunion Band and August 21 - Modern Eldorados. Pack your coolers, bring your lawn chairs and join us for the Blues Angel Music Blues on the Bay Concert Series. Enjoy a cool breeze off the bay while dancing and listening to some of the region’s best musical talent. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. and are free and open to the public.

Free one-hour yoga classes will be held in Bayview Park or Community Maritime Park on the first Sunday of each month throughout 2022 at 9:30 a.m. The class is free, but you will need to BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat) and any other accessories you would like to use. Stay hydrated! Participants will meet at the dock adjacent to the dog beach when classes are held in Bayview Park, located at 2001 E. Lloyd St. Participants will meet in front of the amphitheater stage when classes are held in Community Maritime Park, located at 301 W. Main St. Be sure to check https://www.facebook.com/PlayPcolaParks for updates. Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2022

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Jubilee Church Hosts Back to School Outreach

Our Back to School Outreach is happening Saturday, July 23rd from 9am-12pm at Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds. Jubilee Church and generous community partners will distribute new backpacks filled with school supplies, hygiene products and snacks for 1000+ students in our area. We are also partnering with local barbers and hair stylists to provide free haircuts for kids. In addition, we will have many organizations providing valuable information and even entertainment for parents/ students. How can you be a part? Know a kid who needs a backpack? Spread the word. Let their parents know we have a backpack for them.

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2022 Movies in the Park

The Movies in the Park Series will return to the Community Maritime Park this summer with free movies once each month! Bring your blankets and chairs then spread out on the lawn to watch a family-friendly movie underneath the stars. Movies begin at sunset.. Come hungry because concessions are available from local food trucks! Picnic baskets are welcome too, but no pets or glass containers please. The dates for the movies are June 10, July 22 and August 5 and will be played at Community Maritime Park Hunter Amphitheater, 301 W. Main St. Pensacola, 32501 (behind the Blue Wahoos Stadium). For more details, please visit PlayPensacola.com.

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The 2022 Kick Start Soccer will take place July 12-14 at Brent Raiders Football Field. Kick Start Soccer is a free youth clinic in Pensacola for children 5-12 years old. This fun 3-day clinic allows for kids who have never been exposed to soccer to gain formal instruction on the fundamentals and skills needed to play while learning the value of teamwork and friendships. Participants are required to wear cleats or appropriate close-toed shoes and a water bottle each day of the clinic. For more information visit https://pensacolasports. org/kickstartsoccer/.

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East Hill Christian School Graduates Seniors

May was a busy month for East Hill Christian School. The senior class of twenty graduates was celebrated during their ceremony on May 13, 2022, at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church. Our esteemed Valedictorian was Gracie Hamilton and accomplished Salutatorian was Christopher Hatsfelt.

Global Learning Academy Recognized as a Common Sense School

Common Sense, the national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology, has recognized Global Learning Academy (GLA) as a Common Sense School. Global Learning Academy has demonstrated its commitment to taking a wholecommunity approach to preparing its students to think critically and use technology responsibly to learn, create, and participate while preparing them for the perils that exist in the online realm, such as plagiarism, loss of privacy, and cyberbullying. With the right support, kids can take ownership of their digital lives, engage with real issues, and change their communities for the better. The recognition acknowledges the school’s commitment to creating a culture of digital citizenship.

‘Imagine a Violence-Free Escambia’ Winners Honored by Sheriff Chip Simmons

On Monday, May 16, Sheriff Chip Simmons held a ceremony at the Sheriff’s Office on St. Mary St. to honor the ECSD Students who entered and won the ‘Imagine a Violence-Free Escambia’ essay/art contest. In attendance were ECSD Superintendent Dr. Smith, Director of Middle Schools Dr. Michael Roberts, District 4 School Board member Patty Hightower, several ECSD principals, families, and friends. Essay: 1st: Hannah Leanord, age 13, 7th Grade, Bailey Middle, 2nd: Gabriell Lilla, age 14, 8th grade, Bailey Middle, 3rd: Kaylin Stoker, age 14, 8th grade, Ferry Pass Middle. Art: 1st: Gabriela Vladimirova, age 13, 8th Grade, Brown-Barge Middle, 2nd: Briar Kaffer, age 13, 7th grade, Bailey Middle, 3rd: Camaya Pryor, age 14, 8th grade, Bailey Middle. Great job, students! A special thank you to Sheriff Simmons and to all who participated in this event.

Take Stock in Children Honors 19 Graduates

Take Stock in Children and the Escambia County Public Schools Foundation awarded $242,000 in scholarships at the May 27 “Graduation & Unsung Hero Celebration” at the Wright Place. The event honored 19 graduating seniors who received four-year tuition scholarships and a laptop computer. Also recognized were all of the volunteer mentors of our students and scholarship donors. The 2022 Take Stock in Children graduates are: Northview High: Miyhanna Davidson, Jonathan Gibbs, Paige Gibbs; Pensacola High: LaDarrien Kimble, Aidan Sidner-Palafox; Pine Forest High: Jakiah Henderson-Young, Jaydah Lett, Makia Samuel; Booker T. Washington High: Adrianna Blackmon, Abbie Brunson, Chelsea Hotopp, Rebecca Kurau, William Ngo; West Florida High: Madison Hayes, Centyah Moye, Tho Pham, Matthew Setzer, Harley Walker; and Okaloosa County transfer Malik Williams. Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2022

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Little Flower Catholic Enjoys Indoor Field Day

The rainy weather did not stop Little Flower from having a fantastic Field Day! Kona Ice visited our school for all students to enjoy. First grade enjoyed activities including Kinetic Sand, cup stacking, dancing, and a movie! Coach D held a free throw competition which included finalists from several different grades. Ms. Lewis and the Student Council made popcorn for all our classes. We are thrilled our students were able to enjoy these activities during one of our final days of the school year!

Pensacola Catholic High Pro Deo et Patria Award

For the past 39 years, a very special award has been bestowed on a member of the Pensacola Catholic High School graduating class at the Commencement Exercises. This award, named the Pro Deo et Patria Award, recognizes a graduate who dynamically and consistently exemplifies the spirit and ideals of Catholic High School. The ideals are summarized very succinctly in the school motto, “Pro Deo et Patria”, translated from Latin to mean ”For God and Country.” Each year, the faculty and senior class members, by means of a vote of each individual, select a member of the graduating class to receive this honor. Among the many awards given to graduates each year, this is perhaps the most meaningful and cherished because it recognizes someone who has chosen to live by the ideals and Core Values of Catholic High School -- Selfless Love, Commitment to Excellence, Personal Integrity, and Commitment to Service –to do all For God and Country. Congratulations to the 2022 recipient of the Pro Deo et Patria Award – Caitlin Virginia Day!

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Autauga County Schools East Hill Christian School Summer Camp Fun at Montessori “Graduates” Kindergarteners School of Pensacola

East Hill Christian School “graduated” twenty-eight precious kindergartners on May 17, 2022, at McIlwain Presbyterian Church. We are so proud of all they have accomplished this year and can’t wait to watch them grow!

Summer has begun and that means Montessori School of Pensacola weeks of themed camps have also started. This year there are camps offered for Preschool (4 year-olds through Kindergarten) and Elementary (rising 1st graders through rising 4th graders). The first week of camp took campers underwater to explore marine biology, sea creatures, and science. Projects included under the sea dioramas, salt dough sea stars, fun foil fish, painted fish prints, and more. Here is an Elementary camper doing their version of fish printing, or Gyotaku. Gyotaku originated before the invention of cameras when Japanese anglers would record large or unusual specimens by making inked reproductions of their catch. Students at MSP camp created beautiful fish prints or Gyotaku art. (They used rubber reproductions of fish instead of real fish).

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CLA Eighth Graders Experience Outward Bound

Every year, our annual Outward Bound trip is a life-changing experience for Eighth Grade CLA students. Students travel to Western North Carolina for an eightday outdoor wilderness adventure that promotes self-discovery, inspires character development, and impels the students to achieve more than they ever thought possible. Students typically return home from Outward Bound a more mature, resilient, and confident version of themselves. This year, our Eighth Graders traveled to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Service to others and the environment is a core value of Outward Bound and is integrated into every aspect of the excursion. CLA students are required to follow “Leave No Trace” ethics as service to the environment while leading and supporting fellow classmates. Positive outcomes our students experience during Outward Bound manifest in the form of increased self-confidence, awareness and respect for the interdependence of individuals and a desire to make a positive difference in their own lives and in the lives of others. Through shared challenges, adversity, failure and success, CLA students discover and develop new skills, confidence and passions.

Montessori School of Pensacola 8th Graders Graduate

On May 24th, Montessori School of Pensacola’s eighth grade students graduated. This year’s graduating class was made up of nine students. During the graduation ceremony, the students each present a speech they have written about their time attending MSP. The students are presented special commemorative mugs with the school logo as graduation gifts. Teachers and families are present at the ceremony, as well as the 7th grade students from the MSP Middle School program.

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Autauga County Schools East Hill Christian School Honors Forty-One Eighth Graders

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East Hill Christian honored the forty-one eighth grade students during their moving-up ceremony at McIlwain Presbyterian Church on May 16, 2022. Class President, Emma Gleason, spoke about the class’s accomplishments and memories. We wish them the best as they begin their high school careers!

Congratulations to Little Flower Catholic’s Pre-K Class of 2022!

Congratulations to Naudix Bosso, Jamin Burns, Chloe Bush, Bryan Calderon, Evelyn Carter, Roel Chavez, Konnor Cornish, Robin Doran, Emery Dupree, Rashi Ibrahim, Kaixer Lanzanas, Cece Lester, Casyn Medors, Gabe Monda, Jonathan Navarrete, Layla Padgett, Corbin Sanchez, Liam Stevens, Gianni Valentine, and Joshua Villamor.

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Catholic High Honors Former Student-Athlete and Current Graduate

Chris Gallman was a member of the CHS Class of 1999 and a very talented member of both the Basketball and Track Teams. In May of 1998, just days after he won the District high jump gold medal at the end of his Junior year, and shortly before he was to leave for the State Track Meet, he died very suddenly and tragically of an undiagnosed heart condition. His death left the Catholic High community stunned and heartbroken. Chris was a very special person – a very talented athlete, a friend to all, rarely seen without a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone - truly the epitome of kindness and good sportsmanship. Shortly after his tragic and untimely death, there was a groundswell of desire from all parts of the CHS family – students, teachers, administrators, parents... all, recognizing the unique goodness of Chris Gallman, asked that we establish an award in his honor to memorialize the goodness he contributed and stood for in his life at Catholic High, his sportsmanship, selflessness, and compassion. These qualities became the focus and criteria for the bestowal of this award that is given each year at the Commencement Exercises. With the input of athletes in each of the 21 CHS Varsity athletic teams, the entire CHS faculty, and the CHS coaching staff, the selection of the recipient for the Chris Gallman Sportsmanship Award is conducted each year. This year’s recipient of the Chris Gallman Award, Lindsey Middleton, participated in three varsity sports throughout the years – Cross Country, Soccer, and Lacrosse. Lindsey clearly demonstrated the trait of always being concerned for her team’s unity and integrity, and not just her own personal accomplishments, the same selfless attributes of sportsmanship displayed by Chris Gallman. Congratulations, Lindsey!

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Autauga County Schools Celebrating the Catholic High School 2022 Senior Class

The Administration, Faculty, Staff and Families of the Pensacola Catholic High School Senior Class of 2022 recently celebrated their graduating students during four special events. On Friday, May 13, Father Will Ganci from St. John the Evangelist kicked off the events when he visited Catholic High to celebrate Mass for the Seniors and their parents. The events continued on Tuesday, May 17, when the Senior Academic Awards Ceremony was held, followed by the Baccalaureate Mass at St. Paul’s Catholic Church and the Commencement Exercises held on Admiral Fetterman Field at the Blue Wahoos Stadium on Wednesday and Thursday, May 18 & 19, respectively. During the Awards Ceremony honors students are celebrated for their academic achievements, as well as recognizing those who excelled at citizenship and serving others. A summary of the other achievements of the Class of 2022 include --- 100% of the Class of 151 students plan to pursue post-secondary education with 108 students, or 72% of the Class receiving at least one merit-based scholarship. Twelve members of the Class signed athletic scholarships and 64 students, 43% of the Class, after 7 semesters, will be designated Florida Bright Futures Scholars. The total amount of merit-based scholarships offered to members of the Class of 2022 now exceeds $13 million. The top 10 graduates based on GPA, pictured below left to right — 10 – Colin Vislay, 9 – Clare Reilly, 8 – Madison Galloway, 7 – Zachary Vredenburg, 6 – Anna Goodspeed, 5 – Sarah Campbell, 4 – Nicholas Dobhan, 3 – Lauren Lacour, Salutatorian – Maggie Johnson, Valedictorian – Timothy Marshall. We are very proud of our 2022 graduates and wish them well as they continue their life’s journey. We pray for God’s protection as they continue their lives beyond the halls of Catholic High School.

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Students at Montessori School of Pensacola participated in the final Fun Day Friday of the school year. On the last day of school (May 27th), students in the Primary through 8th grade classes were invited to come to school with their hair hilariously. In conjunction with the Fun Day, there was a collection of hygiene products to donate to the Kindness Corner Shelf. MSP presents opportunities throughout the year for students to give back to the local community. The Kindness Corner is a project at Washington High School created and run by MSP alumni student, Ella Jane Hoffmaster. It is a shelf of hygiene products available for free for any students who may need them. Hoffmaster came to speak to MSP students about her project prior to the Fun Day.

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Their “Online” Life IS Their “Offline” Life Summer is here! This means long, hot days spent hanging with family and friends, vacations with loved ones, and for many who are getting ready to go off to college or graduate next year…it means a summer full of making ALL the memories! Often times this means your teens are documenting everything they are doing. While this can be wonderful to look back on as a fun memory later, not every memory needs to be shared online. At school conferences, starting in middle school, I always ask these questions of my students, “Is your online life your offline life? Does what you do online reflect who you are offline? And what does your online life say about you?” We start each conference with that question and then end it with the same questions. Why? Because often, after we spend some time together, the answer will change. Many times teens will tell me that even if their online life or “posts” look different from what or who they are in person, that it doesn’t matter. They say the “real” them is the one we see in person. However, they feel daily, immense pressure to fit in or look a certain way online. Many times this pressure can lead to them acting or posting things they typically would not post. The desire to want to be “seen” can lead to misguided video posts, or inappropriate pictures. Sometimes peer pressure or what I like to call “pack mentality” can lead to hurtful comments. The frightening reality is that ALL of these things, once online, live there forever. In today’s society, with the ease of a screen shot or a quick video of Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2022

a video (yes…it happens…a lot), and then a click of the button “repost”, teens find themselves sitting in a space that doesn’t represent who they really are. However, for college recruiters, potential employers, and people who award scholarships…the online life that they see paints a picture of their candidate. Ideas of who the teen may be are formed before he or she is ever interviewed. One of the first things that recruiters do before making an offer is to research a candidate’s online footprint. While this may feel unfair, as it doesn’t always give an accurate representation of who that person is, it is the harsh reality of where we are today. At the click of a button, anyone can do a quick Google search and form a fast opinion. And many times, if that digital footprint is shining a negative light on the teen, they lose a job or college opportunity before it is even offered. These are the reasons why it is incredibly important that we start having open conversations with our kids about this, as early as middle school. Discuss with them that what they put online creates a digital footprint. That every post, every picture, every video, every comment tells a story of their life. It represents who people think they are offline. Help your child to understand the difference between inappropriate and 16

appropriate content. We do not want to stifle creativity, but we do want to make sure that we are diligent in monitoring what is being put out there for the world to see. Ask your child these questions: “Are you proud of what your online life says about you?” “Would you make any changes?” “What can we do better?” “What are we doing well?” “How do you think others (recruiters, employers) are going to interpret your online activity?” “Does your online activity support any future goals you may have?” Last, but not least, I ask students, “If I were to run into you on the street, would your online life look like the person standing in front of me? Would it look like you, talk like you and act like the real you?” If not, then it may be time to evaluate what we are doing online, and make sure it represents us in a manner that makes us proud.

Kristi Bush serves as a national education consultant and social media safety advocate. She is a licensed social worker with greater than 15 years of clinical practice and health care experience. She attended Troy and Auburn University where she studied social work and counseling. Kristi travels nationally and has spoken with thousands of children, parents, professionals and organizations about the benefits and threats associated with social media. You may reach Kristi through her website at www.knbcommunications.com.

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A children’s museum, Chuck E. Cheese, a petting zoo or a kid’s fitness center are fun venues for a birthday party. But why not give the coffee table a shove or scope out the back yard and turn your home into celebration central? Compared to renting a party space, “home birthday parties are more personal,” says Aviva Samuels, owner of Kiss the Planner, a wedding and party planning service. If your child’s birthday party will include adults, throwing a party is a chance to build your tribe on a richer level beyond just “hi” and “bye” at daycare, preschool or school drop-off. Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2022

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“When you open up your home, you’ll develop a deeper bond with your guests. When they’re invited into your space, they get to know you better,” Samuels says. Another home party perk: You can be as creative as you want. If you want to transform your backyard into a circus, there’s no one saying: “Sorry. We don’t allow actual circuses.” You can attach birthday decorations to the walls, the ceiling, and set up whenever you want. “In your home, you make your own rules,” Samuels says. Your child may be more comfortable there too. And since you don’t have to rent a space, a DIY birthday party can be easier on your budget. To pull-off the ultimate event, being organized is key. “A wellthought-out task list at the beginning of the process will save your sanity,” Samuels says. This master schedule can help you stay on track to hosting a kid’s home birthday party that’s anything but ho-hum.

Party Planning Timeline 1 to 3 months ahead Select a theme. A theme gives you something to anchor decoration selection and activities to. “You won’t be stabbing in the dark, doing exhaustive internet searches looking for something ‘fun’ or ‘interesting,’ which is too ambiguous,” Samuels says. Pick a date and make a guest list. Before setting a birthday party date, check with extra special guests to make sure they’re available. Your child won’t be happy if his/her best friend will be out of town that weekend. After selecting a date, decide with your child whether to invite the entire daycare, preschool or school class, or just a handful of his or her best buds. Book the entertainment. If you want to bring in outside entertainment, such as a storyteller, singer, balloon animal expert, storybook character, professional scavenger hunt creator (for older kids), the we-bring-the-petting-zoo-to-you folks or a face painter, get them while you can.

1 month ahead Send invitations. Whether hand-written, ordered professionally or computer generated through Evite, an invitation should fit the party theme. For kids age 7 or older, indicate on the invitations whether parents are invited too so they won’t have to ask if the party is a drop-off. Include an RSVP date, as well as both a start time and end time, so parents know when to pick up their kids or how to plan the rest of their day. Line up help. Enlist friends, parents, teens or relatives to help supervise activities. Consider hiring a few high school students, your baby-sitter or a professional service to help with pre-party or postparty clean up, or to supervise games, deliver, serve and replenish food, and generally take some of the weight off your shoulders. If you’ll be having a pool party, hire certified lifeguards. Order party supplies, favors and a bakery cake (if you won’t be baking your own). Take inventory of what you already have on hand and note what you’ll need to purchase or borrow, then stock up on party supplies online or at your local party story. Include game and craft essentials, sports equipment, existing or portable tables for food and gifts, coolers for drinks, serving pieces, tablecloths, plates, cups and utensils. 19

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Two weeks before Confirm the final head count. Follow up with anyone who hasn’t RSVPed so you have time to make sure you have everything you need. Make a schedule of party day activities. Plan to fill two to three hours with a mix of energetic games and calmer activities, such as crafts or storytelling. For babies and toddlers, you can’t go wrong with a ball pit that matches the age of your child and his/ her guests. If the presents will be opened at the party, save it for the end. If you run out of time, you can always skip it. Get your decorations on deck. “Nothing says fun like balloons,” says certified balloon artist, Sandi Masori, author of “The DIY Balloon Bible for All Seasons.” Air-filled balloon columns are an easy way to liven up any space and turn a (frugal) DIY kid’s birthday party into an event. Safety note: If any balloons pop, pick up the pieces immediately (radar: choking hazard). Plan the menu. “Finger foods such as chicken fingers, fries and pizza are not only super easy for you, they are also sure to please,” Samuels says. For the adults who attend, a few add-on treats would be nice, such as fresh guacamole and chips.

3 days before Tackle kitchen prep. If you’re doing the cooking, Samuels recommends making any foods you can in advance that can be frozen and defrosted. On the event day, set out foods early that won’t spoil, such as crudité and dip. Wrap them tightly and tear off the plastic wrap when the first doorbell rings. Line up the music. This is a party essential, even if it’s just a playlist on your iPhone. Make your home into a safety zone. Do a quick run through to make sure there are no dangers lurking, such as slippery floors, uncovered electrical outlets, unlocked windows and choking hazards on the floor.

A few hours before the party Refresh the guest bathroom. Give it a welcoming feel with a fresh set of hand towels, scented soap and soap dispenser. Set the stage. Lay out your serving dishes, glasses, cups and utensils on a table so everything is in one place. That’ll save you from running around during the party. Role play greetings and goodbyes. Coach your child on handing out the goody bags and

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At the party Watch for cute moments with your camera. If you suspect you’ll be too busy to be in the moment, designate someone to be the party photographer, such as your spouse, or a friend or family member with a good eye for magical moments. Help your guests make connections. As the host, you’ll have a lot on your plate. Still, “you have an obligation to circulate,” Stiel says. Don’t leave guests to fend for themselves. Introduce guests to each other. Parenthood is the great equalizer and kids are a natural conversation starter. Stay calm when things don’t go exactly as planned. “Make it easy on yourself so that stress doesn’t take over and put a damper on your day,” Samuels says. “Hosting is challenging, but it shouldn’t make you miserable.” Whatever happens, know that the party was perfect just the way it was. “If your child had fun, it was a success,” Samuels says. GPP Sandra Gordon is an award-winning freelance writer who delivers expert advice in health, nutrition, parenting, travel and consumer issues.

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Baskin-Robbins

205 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 850-934-6958 www.facebook.com/ GulfBreezeBaskinRobbins 4350 Bayou Boulevard, Pensacola 850-484-9000 www.baskinrobbins.com Custom ice cream cakes. Online ordering available. Several locations in Pensacola.

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

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Bubba’s Sweet Spot

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

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Cake Gallery

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

Sweet treats for all occasions. 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 www.cakesandmorebyalicia.com

Chrisoula’s Cheesecake Shoppe and Café’

236 West Garden Street , Pensacola Special occasion cheesecakes for birthdays, weddings, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries and more! 850-438-5650 www.chrisoulascheesecakeshoppe.com

Crumbl Cookies

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

Ever’man

1000 E Nine Mile Road, Pensacola 850-316-3700 315 W Garden Street, Pensacola 850-438-0402 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

Great American Cookie Company

5100 N 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 Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2022

J’s Bakery & Cafe

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 www.jsbakeryandcafe.com

Marble Slab

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

Sherry’s Cake Shop

510 Massachusetts Avenue, Pensacola Offering custom design cakes, cookies and more. Visit us on Facebook! 850-433-4208 sherryscakeshop@gmail.com www.sherryscakeshop.com

Smallcakes of Pensacola 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 www.smallcakescupcakery.com

Sweet Creations by Sharon

My unique, artistic designs will provide a sweet addition to your special day. Find us on Facebook! 850-341-6674 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 www.szotskis-cheesecakes.com

Entertainment to You 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 www.adjconnection.com

Animal Tales, LLC

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

Crazy Acres Ranch

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

Iron Horse Stables

11 Eden Lane, Cantonment Horseback riding in Northwest Florida offering pony parties, summer camps, riding lessons, and boarding. 850-982-0954 www.iron-horse-stables.com

Neighborhood Children’s Theatre

Bring us to your neighborhood! Theatre, music, dance, or yoga classes can be themed to any birthday party or private event. Ages 2-99! 857-220-8589 www.myneighborhoodtheatre.com

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

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On Sight Game Theatre

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

Radiant Face and Body Art

At Radiant Face and Body Art we provide professional face painting, balloon artists, and other awesome entertainment for your next party, or event! We specialize in creating smiles and memories that last a lifetime! 850-366-2249 www.facebook.com/Radiant FaceandBodyArt/

Reno’s Reptiles

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 www.renosreptiles.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! 850-262-8100 www.kona-ice.com/local-site/ kona-ice-of-gulf-breeze-and-greater-pensacola/

Places to Party Clash eSports Center ad on page 17

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

Cordova Lanes ad on page 12

2111 Airport Boulevard, Pensacola Birthday party-$150.00 for two lanes, $50.00 for additional lanes, plus tax. Reservations required. 850-477-2300 info@cordovalanes.com www.cordovalanes.com

Gravity Island Watersports ad on page 17

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

Gulf Breeze Zoo ad on page 3

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. Use our online form to reach us or call to book today! 850-932-2229 www.gbzoo.com

LaBelle Performing Arts ad on page 13

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, en-

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Laguna’s ad on page 20

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

Legends In Concert ad on page 17

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

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1501 South OWA Boulevard, Foley Tropic Falls at OWA is an award-winning destination with 23 theme-park rides and attractions! Combining roller-coaster thrill with tropical chill, Tropic Falls offers great food options, Midway games and souvenir shopping! See the OWA website for seasonal hours, special offers and events! 251-923-2111 GroupSales@VisitOWA.com www.VisitOWA.com

Pensacola Museum of Art ad on page 31

407 South Jefferson Street, Pensacola You can have your cake – and museum too! All party packages include an Art Educator, art supplies, and a party space plus a complimentary Little Artist Gift Bag for the birthday child. 850-432-6247 crhea@uwf.edu www.pensacolamuseum.org/plan-your-visit/plan-your-event/

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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 BeachCorinne Jones Resource Center, Osceola Golf Course, Roger Scott Tennis Center, Resource Centers & Park Shelter Reservations, Event Permitting & Park Rentals. 850-436-5670 www.playpensacola.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 www.adonnasbakery.net Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2022

Alligator Alley

19950 Highway 71, Summerdale Give your child a birthday party they’ll never forget! After your adventure along the boardwalk, have your two hour party in the air conditioned sunroom, where everyone can hold a baby alligator. 866-994-2867 www.gatoralleyfarm.com

AMC Bayou 15

5149 Bayou Boulevard, Pensacola Visit the AMC theatre location nearest you online to view current and upcoming movie showtimes and event options. www.amctheatres.com

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6595 North “W” Street, Pensacola Visit the AMC theatre location nearest you online to view current and upcoming movie showtimes and events. www.amctheatres.com

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Chuck E. Cheese

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

Colbert‘s Martial Art Academy

8628 Pensacola Blvd., Pensacola 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 www.calvincolbert.com

DeLuna Lanes

590 East 9 Mile Road, Pensacola Pizza, cake, bowling, friends, fun! DeLuna Lanes offers parties for all occasions. Call or visit our website for party options and reservations. 850-478-9522 www.delunalanes.com

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 www.historicpensacola.org/ explore-arcadia-mill

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Aubrey Hill Riding Camp

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

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

Bear Levin Studer Family YMCA

165 E Intendencia St, Pensacola Pool party reservations are available to members and community participants. Your party includes swim time and access to our party room/multipurpose room and locker rooms, plus a dedicated staff person to ensure everyone has a safe and fun experience. 850-438-4406 ymcanwfl.org

Blue Wahoos

351 West Cedar Street, Pensacola Knock it out of the park by throwing a Blue Wahoos birthday celebration! Packages include a message on video board, visit from the Blue Wahoos mascot, a Wahoos souvenir, ballpark meal, group seating for the game, and more. 850-934-8444 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. 850-417-4692 www.bouncehousepensacola.com

Breeze Cinema 8

1233 Crane Cove Boulevard, Gulf Breeze We offer birthday parties for children. Parties include: currently showing movie of your choice, child’s concession pack (popcorn, drink, candy), use of party area and a special surprise for the birthday child. 850-934-3315 www.movieshowtime.net/theaterlocations.html

2607 East Olive Road, Pensacola Call or visit our website for party options and reservations. 850-478-3994 www.myskatecenter.com/welcome-to-dreamland

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

Five Star Dance

5636 Woodbine Road, Pace Five Star Dance Centre is now available to rent for

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Flippin Out

4062 Avalon Boulevard, Milton Let us do the work! We set up, serve refreshments, and do the clean up for you! We’ll throw your child a birthday party they’ll never forget! 850-983-1410 www.flippinoutgym.com/birthdayparties

FunPlex of Gulf Breeze

3123 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze Gymnastics parties, bounce parties, adventure parties and more. 850-932-2297 www.facebook.com/GBFunplex/

Ninja Life

and chairs PLUS a T-shirt for the birthday child. You provide paper products, food & drinks, decorations, party favors. Reservations required. 850-934-3990 www.gulfcoastgym.com

1211 Rainbow Ave, Pensacola A Ninja Life birthday party is a great way to experience ninja warrior obstacles. Each party includes 1 hour in the gym. After gym time, we make our way into the party room for 45 minutes of Cake, Presents, and FUN! 850-466-3289 www.ninja-life.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. Please contact the Gulfarium for details. 850-243-9046 www.gulfarium.com

Oops Alley

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 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 www.gulfbreezerecreationcenter.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

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

Pensacola ATA

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 www.pensacolaata.com

Martial Arts America

2258 Hwy 87 South, Navarre 850-939-9700 4050 Avalon Boulevard, Milton 850-983-0870 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. www.maafamilykarate.com

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URU Yoga and Beyond

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 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

Pinspiration

6601 North Davis Highway Suite 5, Pensacola An all-in-1 DIY Craft Studio based in Pensacola, FL! Splatter Room, Birthday Parties, Camps & more. 850-857-8418 www.pinspiration.com/locations/ pensacola/

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 www.salutegymnasticsacademy.com

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

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

Splash City

6709 Pensacola Boulevard, Pensacola We offer some of the best parties in the Pensacola area! Your party guests will go crazy over the water slides, amusement attractions, go-karts, and more. Many different party packages, visit us online to see all the options. 850-505-0800 www.splashcityadventures.com

Sunny Days Family Art Studio

4327 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze Ceramic Painting Party: Custom piece to paint. At our studio you will have your own private party room! 850-736-7018 www.sunnydaysfamilyartstudio.com

Sweet Frog

3749D Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze 850-583-6405 www.sweetfrog.com/stores/ frozen-yogurt-gulf-breeze/35182 4871 Highway 90, Milton 850-764-2089 www.sweetfrog.com/stores/35093 Let’s celebrate! Bring your kiddos, or just yourself to celebrate special moments or, just because! Ask about birthday parties and catering.

The Little Gym of Pensacola

10437 Sorrento Road #206, Pensacola Give your birthday kid and their friends access to our entire facility with instructor-led games, music, and activities created especially for maximum fun. Keep the kids entertained while stretching their Greater Pensacola Parents I July 2022

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

UWF Aquatic Center Pool Party

11000 University Parkway, Building 73, Pensacola Indoor pool with lifeguards on duty 850-474-2497 www.uwf.edu/academic-engagement-and-student-affairs/departments/recreationand-wellness/aquatics/pool-parties-and-grouprentals/

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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 www.custombasketsballoons.com

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Incredible Adventures will deliver the FUN! Bounce houses, Water Slides, Obstacle Courses, Sports Games, Snow Cones, and more! 850-776-1995 www.incredibleadventures inflatables.com

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3877 North Palafox Street, Pensacola Tents, tables, chairs, lighting, foam/bubble ma-

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. All or specific areas may be rented for private events. 850-436-5670 www.pensacolacommunity maritimepark.com

West Florida Railroad Museum

5003 Henry Street, Milton Visit our website under Rentals for party information. The Dining Car is available to rent for parties. This car is heated, airconditioned, has a full kitchen and seats 36. To book a party please email: conductor@wfrm.org 850-623-3645 www.wfrm.org

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Our missiong is to deliver smiles! Let us help you with our special celebration from grand balloon decor to sweet treats, fresh flowers and stuffed balloons for all your occassions, big or small. To see some of our work Find us on Facebook and Instagram @doitspecialandsweet 850-687-8486 doitspecialandsweet@gmail.com www.specialandsweet.com

Backyard Bouncers

Slides, (wet and dry), bounce houses, inflatable obstacle courses, inflatable playground, inflatable wrecking ball, concessions and party supplies available for rental. 850-475-8846 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

chine, 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 www.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 www.Pensacolainflatables.com

SupDogs Paddleboard and Kayak Rentals

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 www.isupdogs.com

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When teens experience emotional ups and downs, it’s often because they’re frustrated and don’t understand what they’re feeling. Roy Petitfils, the award-winning author of What Teens Want You To Know and other parenting books, says that parents should help teens name the emotions they’re experiencing by giving them a sheet of paper with a list of common emotions and asking them to check off the ones that apply. “When we’re able to identify and clarify what it is that we’re feeling or experiencing,” Mr. Petitfils says, “we gain a sense of control over it.” Or, put even more succinctly: “naming it helps in taming it.”

And Validate Them

Validate your teens’ emotions as real and important, and be careful not to minimize their significance. “While you don’t necessarily have to agree that a minor incident is, in fact, the end of the world,” Beth Werrell of Connections Academy says, “it also helps to realize your teen might truly feel that it is.”

Listen Without Judgment

If you’re lucky enough that your teens take the initiative to talk to you about an emotional issue, listen to what they say without judgment or suggesting a solution. “Just because your teen is sharing a problem,” Ms. Werrell says, “he or she isn’t necessarily asking you to fix it. Often, teens (and adults) just want to share what’s wrong without being bombarded with solutions.” Child psychologist Dr. Eleanor Mackey says that a better course of action is to ask open-ended questions like “Wow, how have you been handling that situation?” This will help them to think through tough situations and how to navigate them on their own in the future.

Be A Good Role Model

Be good role model. As Ms. Werrell puts it, “don’t just tell teens how to deal with troubling emotions - show them.” For example, if you like to go for a run when you’re stressed, don’t suggest that they go running, too. Instead, casually mention that you’re going out for a run to de-stress.

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As parents, we like to think that as long as we talk things through with our kids, everything will be fine. But, as Ms. Werrell notes, “sometimes teens just need a break – from parents, from friends, and from siblings.” If your teens have their own bedroom, help them make it as comfortable and relaxing as possible - and then let the room be a zone of privacy. If they don’t have their own space, dedicate an area of your home just for them. As Ms. Werrell says, “make sure they have a private space, even just a small section of a room, where they can decompress and gather their thoughts.”

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It’s good for teens to have physical outlets for their emotions. Experts suggest lots of different activities including baking, dancing, exercising, and hiking. It doesn’t really matter which activity your teen chooses; the important point, as Mr. Petitfils says, is that “getting into your body helps get you out of your head.”

Stay Calm At All Times

Stay calm if your teens take out their frustrations by slamming doors, shouting, or both. Don’t condone unreasonable behavior, but don’t escalate a stressful situation any further. As clinical psychologist Dr. Steven Richfield says, “as tempting as it is to return your child’s verbal swordplay with a lashing of your own, don’t. This just escalates the conflict and closes the door to any productive discussion.” GPP Tanni Haas, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Communication Arts, Sciences & Disorders at the City University of New York – Brooklyn College.

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FamilyCalendar Friday July 1

Summer 2022: Pensacola and Perdido Bay Estuary Program at Your Library 10:30 AM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join representatives from the Pensacola and Perdido Bay Estuary Program (PPBEP) for a series of special story times and programs about the wildlife in our local watershed. 850-436-5060 https://mywfpl.com/ Oil Spill Cleanup with STEAM 12:00 PM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Ocean life is beautiful, but oil spills can pose a threat to these awesome ecosystems! Join STEAM in learning how you can prevent oil spills and practice with a cleanup! 850-436-5060 https://mywfpl.com/

Saturday July 2

Desi Banks 7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 118 South Palafox Place Pensacola, FL, 32502 Desi Terrell Banks, Jr. is an actor, comedian, and digital genius on the path to becoming one of his generation’s top rising stars. 850-595-3880 www.pensacolasaenger.com 2022 Firecracker 5K Seville Quarter, Pensacola, FL, 32502 The 2022 Firecracker 5k will be held on Saturday, July 2nd in historic downtown Pensacola and benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Florida. The race starts and ends at Seville Quarter and invites both runners and walkers to join the fun https://rmhc-nwfl.org/firecracker-5k/ Take-and-Make Whale Craft Genealogy Library, 5740 N. 9th Ave. Pensacola, FL, 32504 Visit the Genealogy Library for a take-and-make whale craft. Each week during summer reading we will have a special take home craft while supplies last. 850-494-7373 https://mywfpl.com/

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Monday July 4

Sertoma’s 4th of July Celebration 4:30 PM Bayfront Park, Pensacola, FL, 32502 We will start at 4:30pm with live music and food trucks. Come out with your blankets and lawn chairs and get ready for a fantastic fireworks show over the bay beginning at 9pm. Bring a radio and tune to Cat Country 98.7 for the special 4th of July music to accompany the fireworks! https://pensacolafireworks.com/ Hometown 4th of July Parade & Celebration 5:00 PM Manta Ray Pavilion Parking Lot in the Navarre Beach Marine Park, 8705 Gulf Boulevard Navarre, FL, 32566 The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Presents the Annual Hometown 4th of July Parade and Celebration on Navarre Beach. The event will kick-off with Picnic in the Park, Babies, toddlers and children up to age 12 are invited to be

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part of the Non-Motorized Children’s Parade, At 7 pm, Duchess, the Emerald Coast’s premiere, high-energy, classic-rock cover band, will perform and fireworks will follow at 9pm. www.navarrechamber.com Symphony Sparks & Stars 7:30 PM Hunter Amphitheater , 301 West Main Pensacola, FL, 32502 Celebrate Independence Day with a free concert at the Hunter Amphitheater behind the Pensacola Blue Wahoos Stadium! Bring your chairs and blankets, and enjoy this family-friendly performance. https://pensacolasymphony.com/upcoming-events/

County’s Natural Resource Management Department to learn more about your local beaches, their history, and their wildlife. All ages are welcome. 850-494-7373 https://mywfpl.com/

Thursday July 7

Blue Angels Air Show 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 20 Casino Beach Blvd Pensacola, FL, 32561 This must-see event features the worldfamous Blue Angels performing over Pensacola Beach on Santa Rosa Island. www.visitpensacola.com/events/official-blues-angelsair-show-pensacola-beach/ Tunes By The Dunes

Independence Day on Pensacola Beach 8:30 PM Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Santa Rosa Sound, 400 Quietwater Beach Rd Gulf Breeze, FL, 32561 Let Pensacola Beach get you into the patriotic spirit this Independence Day! With the sugar-white sands of Pensacola Beach under your feet, keep your eyes focused on the night skies this 4th of July for a dazzling fireworks display along the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Santa Rosa Sound. (850) 932-1500 4th of July 5K 69 Via De Luna Pensacola, FL A soon to be Pensacola Beach Favorite! This is a FUN and HOT American Made event for the entire family. https://runpensacola.com/event/4th-of-july-5k/

Tuesday July 5

Summer 2022: Pensacola and Perdido Bay Estuary Program at Your Library 10:30 AM Southwest Library, 12248 Gulf Beach Highway Pensacola, FL, 32507 Join representatives from the Pensacola and Perdido Bay Estuary Program (PPBEP) for a series of special story times and programs about the wildlife in our local watershed. 850-453-7780 https://mywfpl.com/ Tuesday Summer Speakers 2:00 PM Pensacola Mess Hall, 418 E Wright Street Pensacola, FL, 32501 Rick O’Connor, a Florida Sea Grant Agent, will discuss the natural history of our local reptile friends. Attendees will have some time to meet live turtles and snakes. Programs are recommended for ages 8 and up. https://pensacolamesshall.org/ 2022 Bands on the Beach 7:00 PM Gulfside Pavilion, Pensacola, FL, 32561 Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Join us every summer for hot music, smooth grooves and a whole lot of good times. 850-932-2257 https://visitpensacolabeach.com/ whats-happening-bands-on-beach/

Wednesday July 6

Blue Angels Air Show 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 20 Casino Beach Blvd Pensacola, FL, 32561 This must-see event features the world-famous Blue Angels performing over Pensacola Beach on Santa Rosa Island. www.visitpensacola.com/events/official-blues-angelsair-show-pensacola-beach/ Summer 2022: Escambia Cty Natural Resource Management Department at Your Library 3:00 PM Genealogy Library, 5740 N. 9th Ave. Pensacola, FL, 32504 Join representatives from Escambia

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Friday July 8

Summer 2022: Tour the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center at Your Library 10:30 AM Tryon Library, 1200 Langley Ave. Pensacola, FL, 32504 Swing by your local library to view a tour of the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center and its exhibits. 850-471-6980 https://mywfpl.com/ Summer 2022: Tour the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center at Your Library 10:30 AM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Swing by your local library to view a tour of the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center and its exhibits. 850-436-5060 https://mywfpl.com/ Blue Angels Air Show 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 20 Casino Beach Blvd Pensacola, FL, 32561 This must-see event features the worldfamous Blue Angels performing over Pensacola Beach on Santa Rosa Island. www.visitpensacola.com/events/official-blues-angelsair-show-pensacola-beach/ Summer 2022: Environmental Protection Agency at Your Library 1:30 PM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to learn more about how you can help protect our local oceans and waterways. An interactive activity will be available for youth and their families. All ages are welcome. 850-436-5060 https://mywfpl.com/ Bingo Night with STEAM 4:00 PM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 STEAM is hosting a family bingo night! Come test your luck with a chance to win cool prizes. A fun family event for all ages. 850-436-5060 https://mywfpl.com/

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Blues on the Bay Concert Series (Free) 6:00 PM Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Street Pensacola, FL, 32503 Blues on the Bay is a Free Concert series. Bring your chair, blanket, cooler, drinks and family for a great day by the bay. www.bluesangelmusic.com

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Summer 2022: Florida Public Archaeology Network at Your Library 10:30 AM Westside Library, 1301 W. Gregory St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join representatives from the Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN) to learn about underwater archaeology in your community and participate in an interactive activity. 850-595-1047 https://mywfpl.com/ Tuesday Summer Speakers 2:00 PM Pensacola Mess Hall, 418 E Wright Street Pensacola, FL, 32501 Jenny Paul, a research scientist with EPA, will be talking about marine invertebrates. Attendees will learn more about animals that live in our estuaries. Included with admission. Recommended ages 8+. https://pensacolamesshall.org/ Make Your Ocean Layer Jars with STEAM 3:00 PM Tryon Library, 1200 Langley Ave. Pensacola, FL, 32504 Join us at your local library for STEAM activities. Explore a summer of oceanography by building your own ocean layer model. All ages welcome. 850-471-6980 https://mywfpl.com/ 2022 Bands on the Beach

Summer 2022: National Naval Aviation Museum at Your Library 10:30 AM Southwest Library, 12248 Gulf Beach Highway Pensacola, FL, 32507 Join representatives from the National Naval Aviation Museum to learn about the intersection of military operations, flight, and oceanography, the science of the sea. 850-453-7780 https://mywfpl.com/

7:00 PM Gulfside Pavilion, Pensacola, FL, 32561 Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music.

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Wednesday July 13

Story Time with STEAM at Pensacola Library 10:30 AM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Bring your little explorer to your local library for an educational STEAM story time. Story time includes an activity focused in science, technology, engineering, art or math. 850-436-5060 https://mywfpl.com/ Full Moon at Glow Paddle 165 Fort Pickens Pensacola Beach, FL, 32561 Experience the glow of a full moon on the waters of Pensacola Beach. Float on a glow in the dark kayak as you take in the beauty of the water. (850) 979-4569

Thursday July 14

Summer 2022: Florida State Park Rangers at Family Story Time 10:30 AM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join park rangers from your local state parks for a series of special story times. 850-436-5060 https://mywfpl.com/ Make Your Ocean Layer Jars with STEAM 3:00 PM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join us at your local library for STEAM activities. Explore a summer of oceanography

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Crafternoons, Take 2: Painted Rocks 4:00 PM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join us at Pensacola Library for a creative adventure! A second crafternoon will be held the second Thursday of June and July. All ages are welcome. July’s second crafternoon activity will be painted rocks. 850-436-5060 https://mywfpl.com/

Summer 2022: Environmental Protection Agency at Your Library 1:30 PM Tryon Library, 1200 Langley Ave. Pensacola, FL, 32504 Join representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to learn more about how you can help protect our local oceans and waterways. An interactive activity will be available for youth and their families. All ages are welcome. 850-471-6980 https://mywfpl.com/

Tunes By The Dunes (Free) 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, 8649 Gulf Boulevard Navarre, FL, 32566 2022 Tunes By The Dunes Free Summer Concert Series on Thursdays, June 23, 2022-July 28, 2022 www.navarrechamber.com

Saturday July 16

Preschool Art and Story Time 10:00 AM Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson Street Pensacola, FL, 32502 A librarian will read selections of similarly themed books and encourage movement and participation. Afterward, an art educator will lead parents and preschoolers in a craft related to the theme of the reading selections. For ages 2-5 years old. Capacity is limited to 10 pairs - one guardian and one child, and pre-registration is required. Please visit pensascolamuseum.org for more info and to pre-register for this free program at the PMA. http://pensascolamuseum.org/ Summer 2022: MESS Hall at Your Library 10:30 AM Southwest Library, 12248 Gulf Beach Highway Pensacola, FL, 32507 Join representatives from MESS Hall to explore the math, engineering, and science of the oceans. Embrace curiosity at interactive exploration stations. All ages are welcome. 850-453-7780 https://mywfpl.com/ Make Your Ocean Layer Jars with STEAM 1:00 PM Genealogy Library, 5740 N. 9th Ave. Pensacola, FL, 32504 Join us at your local library for STEAM activities. Explore a summer of oceanography by building your own ocean layer model. All ages welcome. 850-494-7373 https://mywfpl.com/ White Tie Rock Ensemble: A Musical Tribute to Arena Rock 8:00 PM Pensacola Bay Center, 201 E Gregory St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 The White Tie Rock Ensemble: A Musical Tribute to Arena Rock www.pensacolabaycenter.com

Tuesday July 19

Story Time with STEAM 10:30 AM Southwest Library, 12248 Gulf Beach Highway Pensacola, FL, 32507 Bring your little explorer to your local library for an educational STEAM story time. Story time includes an activity focused in science, technology, engineering, art or math. 850-453-7780 https://mywfpl.com/ Summer 2022: National Naval Aviation Museum at Your Library 10:30 AM Westside Library, 1301 W. Gregory St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join representatives from the National Naval Aviation Museum to learn about the

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Tuesday Summer Speakers 2:00 PM Pensacola Mess Hall, 418 E Wright Street Pensacola, FL, 32501 Christian Wagley, a coastal organizer from Healthy Gulf, will teach the importance of creating a healthy, sustainable town to help preserve the environment. Participants will collaboratively build a model town. https://pensacolamesshall.org/ 2022 Bands on the Beach 7:00 PM Gulfside Pavilion, Pensacola, FL, 32561 Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Join us every summer for hot music, smooth grooves and a whole lot of good times. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to the pavilion area. 850-932-2257 https://visitpensacolabeach.com/ whats-happening-bands-on-beach/

Wednesday July 20

Story Time with STEAM 10:30 AM Tryon Library, 1200 Langley Ave. Pensacola, FL, 32504 Bring your little explorer to your local library for an educational STEAM story time. Story time includes an activity focused in science, technology, engineering, art or math. 850-471-6980 https://mywfpl.com/

Friday July 22

Summer 2022: MESS Hall at Your Library 10:30 AM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join representatives from MESS Hall to explore the math, engineering, and science of the oceans. Embrace curiosity at interactive exploration stations. All ages are welcome. 850-436-5060 https://mywfpl.com/ Movies in the Park (Free) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Community Maritime Park, Bring your blankets and chairs out to Hunter Amphitheater in Community Maritime Park for a family-friendly movie underneath the stars! Movies begin at sunset and free event parking is available at Community Maritime Park and City Hall. Come hungry because concessions are available from local food trucks! Picnic baskets are welcome too, but no pets or glass containers please. Movies are shown at the Hunter Amphitheater with grass seating only. www.PlayPensacola.com

Saturday July 23

Back to School Outreach (Free) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Hwy Pensacola, FL, 32526 Jubilee Church and generous community partners will distribute new backpacks filled with school supplies, hygiene products and snacks for 1000+ students in our area. We are also partnering with local barbers and hair stylists to provide free haircuts for kids. https://jubileepensacola.com/ Books with BRACE 10:00 AM Pensacola Children’s Museum, 115 East Zaragoza Street Pensacola, FL, 32502 Come read with us! Join the UWF Historic Trust and BRACE for a monthly story time in the Pensacola Children’s Museum. Each month we will read a children’s book about disaster readiness and complete a group activity. https://historicpensacola.org/

Summer 2022: Florida Public Archaeology Network at Your Library 3:00 PM Genealogy Library, 5740 N. 9th Ave. Pensacola, FL, 32504 Join representatives from the Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN) to learn Summer 2022: Escambia Cty Natural Resource about underwater archaeology in your community and Management Department at Your Library Now Open! participate in an interactive activity. 10:30 AMChildren’s SouthwestMuseum Library, where 12248 we Gulfmake Beach High- fun! Join us at the newly opened Pensacola learning 850-494-7373 https://mywfpl.com/ Find our updated hours and site information way Pensacola,by FL,visiting 32507HistoricPensacola.org. Join representatives from Escambia County’s Natural Resource Management Crab Cake CookDepartment to learn more about your local beaches, Off ($150 General their history, and their wildlife. All ages are welcome. Admission: $75) 850-453-7780 https://mywfpl.com/ 6:00 PM Seville Quarter, 130 E. Princess & The Frog Movie Night ($5) Government Street 7:00 PM Blue Wahoos Stadium, 351 W. Cedar Street Pensacola, FL, 32502 Pensacola, FL, 32502 Enjoy a family-friendly movie Join The Arc Gateway night at Blue Wahoos Stadium on Saturday, July with for the summer’s tastiest fundraiser - the Crab Cake a showing of The Princess & The Frog! www.milb.com/pensacola/tickets/specialevents Cook-Off at Seville Quarter. Enjoy all you can eat crab cakes from your favorite local chefs and restaurants, and then vote for your favorite, as you select the People’s Choice Award Winner for 2022! Live Music Blues on the Bay Concert Series (Free) by Britt Landrum Music Art Sale by The Arc Gateway 6:00 PM Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Artists Silent Auction of Fabulous Items Street Pensacola, FL, 32503 Blues on the Bay is a www.crabcakecookoff.org Free Concert series. Bring your chair, blanket, cooler, drinks and family for a great day by the bay. www.bluesangelmusic.com

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Thursday July 21

Tunes By The Dunes (Free) 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, 8649 Gulf Boulevard Navarre, FL, 32566 2022 Tunes By The Dunes Free Summer Concert Series on Thursdays, June 23, 2022-July 28, 2022 www.navarrechamber.com

Tuesday July 26

Jazz by the Book: Hosted by Joe Occhipinti 2:00 PM Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join premier saxophonist Joe Occhi-

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Wednesday July 27

Do-A-Dot Marine Animal Art Craft 11:00 AM Westside Library, 1301 W. Gregory St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join us at Westside Library for some fun with do-a-dot marine life art craft. Suggested for ages 3 and up. 850-595-1047 https://mywfpl.com/

Thursday July 28

Tunes By The Dunes (Free) 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, 8649 Gulf Boulevard Navarre, FL, 32566 2022 Tunes By The Dunes Free Summer Concert Series on Thursdays, June 23, 2022-July 28, 2022 www.navarrechamber.com

Saturday July 30

Bruce Beach Cleanups 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM, Bruce Beach, 601 W Main Street Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join Ocean Hour and the City of Pensacola on the last Saturday of the month at Bruce Beach from 9 am to 10 am for a shoreline cleanup. Sign-in is at 8:45 am. All ages are welcome and all cleanup supplies will be provided. www.oceanhourfl.com

Friday August 5

Movies in the Park (Free) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Community Maritime Park, Bring your blankets and chairs out to Hunter Amphitheater in Community Maritime Park for a family-friendly movie underneath the stars! Movies begin at sunset and free event parking is available at Community Maritime Park and City Hall. Come hungry because concessions are available from local food trucks! Picnic baskets are welcome too, but no pets or glass containers please. Movies are shown at the Hunter Amphitheater with grass seating only. www.PlayPensacola.com Family Movie Night (Free) 6:30 PM Olive Baptist Church, 1836 E Olive Rd Pensacola, FL, 32514 Join us for a free Family Movie Night open to anyone from the community. Enjoy a throwback family classic film with free snacks, and join in on some awesome giveaways. Swing by the Pensacola Campus at 6:30pm on August 5th, for a night of fun for the community. https://olivebaptist.org/

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FamilyCalendar Sunday August 7

Free Yoga in the Park 9:30 AM Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Street Pensacola, FL, 32503 Classes are open to all ages and levels of experience. Certified instructors from Breathe Yoga and Wellness Center will provide instruction. The class is free, but you will need to BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat) and any other accessories you would like to use. Stay hydrated! http://cityofpensacola.com/1024/Area-Events-andActivities Blues on the Bay Concert Series (Free) 6:00 PM Community Maritime Park, 301 West Main Street Pensacola, FL, 32503 Blues on the Bay is a Free Concert series. Bring your chair, blanket, cooler, drinks and family for a great day by the bay. www.bluesangelmusic.com

Tuesday August 9

2022 Bands on the Beach 7:00 PM Gulfside Pavilion, Pensacola, FL, 32561 Located in the beautiful Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the series features regional artists performing a wide variety of music. Join us every summer for hot music, smooth grooves and a whole lot of good times. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to the pavilion area. 850-932-2257 https://visitpensacolabeach.com/ whats-happening-bands-on-beach/

Saturday August 13

Bay Bluffs and Chimney Park Cleanups 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM, Bay Bluffs Preserve, 3400 Scenic Highway Pensacola, FL, 32504 Join the Scenic Highway Foundation, Ocean Hour, Earth Ethics, and the City of Pensacola on the second Saturday of the month at Bay Bluffs Preserve from 9 am to 10 am for the cleanup of Bay Bluffs, Chimney Park, and surrounding area. www.oceanhourfl.com Preschool Art and Story Time 10:00 AM Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson Street Pensacola, FL, 32502 A librarian will read selections of similarly themed books and encourage movement and participation. Afterward, an art educator will lead parents and preschoolers in a craft related to the theme of the reading selections. For ages 2-5 years old. Capacity is limited to 10 pairs - one guardian and one child, and pre-registration is required. Please visit pensascolamuseum.org for more info and to preregister for this free program at the PMA. http://pensascolamuseum.org/ Monster Jam 1:00 PM Pensacola Bay Center, 201 E Gregory St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 The most action-packed motorsports experience for families in the world today returns to Pensacola for a high-octane weekend at Pensacola Bay Center on Saturday, Aug 13 through Sunday, Aug 14. Featuring the ultimate mix of highflying action and four-wheel excitement. www.pensacolabaycenter.com

Sunday August 14 Monster Jam 7:00 PM Details August 13.

Monday August 15

Blended Families Training (Free) 9:30 AM Olive Baptist Church, 1836 E Olive Rd Pensacola, FL, 32514 Blended Families Training is a

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12-week sessions focusing on how to equip and support parents of blended families. Covering topics like navigating boundaries, a toxic ex, grieving a former spouse, or learning to trust again, this group will help encourage those remarried after death or divorce and learn how to work through the hurt of the past to make something beautiful. http://olivebaptist.org/groups

First and third Saturday

Tuesday August 16

Preschool Art and Story Time (Free) 10:00 AM Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S Jefferson Street Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join the Pensacola Museum of Art alongside the West Florida Public Library to engage your preschooler in story time and crafts. Ages 2-5 and a parent or guardian/caregiver. Capacity is limited to 10 pairs, pre-registration is required. 850-432-6247 https://pensacolamuseum.org

Thursday August 18

JJ Grey & Mofro 8:00 PM Saenger Theatre, 118 South Palafox Place Pensacola, FL, 32502 From the days of playing greasy local juke joints to headlining major festivals, JJ Grey remains an unfettered, blissful performer, singing with a blue-collared spirit over the bonedeep grooves of his compositions. 850-595-3880 www.pensacolasaenger.com

Through July 31 on Open Library Days

Beanstack: Summer 2022: Sail the Seven Seas on an Ocean of Possibilities The Summer Reading and Summer STEAM challenge of 2022 is all about oceanography. Complete groups of reading activities to earn prizes and digital raffle tickets. Attend community programs and STEAM events to earn additional raffle tickets. Apply your raffle tickets for a chance to win a system-wide grandprize in your age group. https://mywfpl.com/

Every Tuesday

Story Sprouts @Ever’man Co-op (Free) 10:00 AM Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe, 315 W Garden St Pensacola, FL, 32502 Children ages 3-5 are invited to do arts & crafts, make a snack and have story time. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ story-sprouts-tickets-36630082563 www.everman.org

Every Saturday

Palafox Market 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 100 N Palafox Street Pensacola, FL, 32502 Shop for farm-fresh produce, plants, baked goods and more at the event that’s consistently voted “Best Farmers Market” and “Best Free Thing to Do.” www.palafoxmarket.com Children’s Storytime in the Lighthouse 11:00 AM Bodacious Bookstore & Cafe, 110 E. Intendencia St. Pensacola, FL, 32502 Join us every Saturday at 11 AM for our Children’s Storytime in the Lighthouse at Bodacious Bookstore & Cafe. We look forward to reading some lovely stories with you and your little ones. www.bodaciousbookstore.com/cafe/

Hwy 87 Market (850-368-9500) 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sand Dollar Plaza, 1900 Hwy 87 Navarre, FL, 32566 Enjoy a wide variety of booths, offering food items, art, decor, and so much more. http://facebook.com/sanddollarsaturdays

Second Saturdays

Last Saturday of the month

Trash-Bash 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM, Sand Crab Pavilion, Navarre, FL, 32566 The Trash-Bash is a citizen-science program for community members of all ages held the last Saturday of every month from 8:00-10:00 am. Sign in at the Sand Crab Pavilion (look for the “Giving Sea Turtles More Tomorrows” banner). There will be a limited supply of gloves, buckets and pickers-you are welcome to bring your own! http://navarrebeachseaturtles.org/

Select days in July

Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball 6:35 PM Blue Wahoos Stadium, 351 W. Cedar Street Pensacola, FL, 32502 Pensacola Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball. Please visit our website for dates/times/promotions. 850-934-8444 www.milb.com/pensacola Pensacola Sports Racquet Round-Up Various locations, The annual Pensacola Sports racquet Round-Up is a series of free tennis clinics offered around the Pensacola area throughout the month of June. The clinics are open to children of all skill levels between the ages of 5-and 12. Sign up on our website. https://pensacolasports.org/racquetroundup/

Third Fridays

Gallery Night—Dancing in the Streets 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Downtown Pensacola, Pensacola, FL, 32502 Gallery Night is an all-ages community arts and culture event which happens on the third Friday of each month from 5-9 p.m. https://gallerynightpensacola.org/

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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Grading Family Movies: Streaming, Digital Rentals, and Theatrical Releases Jurassic World Dominion

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Overall D-

Violence C

Sex A

Profanity C+

Alcohol/Drugs A

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Rating PG-13

Overall B-

Violence B

Sex B

Profanity B

Alcohol/Drugs B

The Belcher family are panicking as the everyday problems of loan repayments are overshadowed by a sinkhole that has opened up in front of their restaurant. When a dead body is found there, the police investigation blocks access to the diner. Determined to end the investigation and keep the restaurant open, the Belcher kids decide to solve the mystery themselves. The plot is more detailed and the animation superior to the TV series, but the jokes start to falter in the final stretch of the film.

Hollywood Stargirl

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Rating PG

Overall A

Violence A

Sex A

Profanity B

Alcohol/Drugs A

With her mother working on a movie set, Stargirl now lives in Los Angeles, which introduces her to some new neighbors while also making it easier for her to achieve her dreams. This sequel is a big improvement over the original, with Stargirl having a richer inner life and a stronger sense of self. The story is still idealized and unrealistic, but content issues are minor, and the strong positive messages about self-acceptance make this a good choice for tweens. Photo ©Disney+

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Rating PG

Overall A-

Violence B

Sex A

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Monty has disappeared and now his two old friends, Chip and Dale, must reconcile their old career-related differences and find him. Ostensibly made for children, this movie’s real audience is nostalgic Millennials who will get a kick out of the many pop culture references. As for youngsters, they will enjoy the action sequences and goofy characters. Very sensitive kids might be frightened by dangerous situations, but there’s little else to worry about. Photo ©Disney+

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The casts of the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World franchises unite in this film to investigate the suspicious dealings of Biosyn, a biotech company that appears to be behind a potential global famine as well as the kidnapping of a teenager and a baby dinosaur. The movie is unremittingly bad, with lazy writing, unbelievable characters, and a flat soundtrack. Even the animatronic dinosaurs are jerky and unconvincing – the unforgivable sin in a dino flick. Photo ©Universal Pictures

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Chickenhare and the Hamster of Darkness

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Violence

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Half hare, half chicken, the unoriginally named Chickenhare yearns to be an adventurer like his father. When his Uncle Lapin goes in search of the mythical and destructive Hamster of Darkness, Chickenhare knows that he has to stop him before he destroys the kingdom. This film is highly derivative and predictable, but it also manages to be entertaining for young viewers, with only minor plot-related peril. Parents might even have a bit of fun looking for the Indiana Jones references scattered throughout the film. Photo ©Netflix Detailed reviews available at www.parentpreviews.com 35

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These Debt Reduction Strategies Are a Bad Idea

Q. I’ve been seeing lots of ads lately

for debt consolidation companies, debt settlement companies and the HELOC. Are any of these methods for reducing debt a good idea?

A. No. These are all bad ideas when

it comes to getting out of debt. There’s a lot of buzz these days surrounding all the “quick” and “easy” ways to clean up debt and get control of your finances. But the truth is neither one is ever easy. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Debt consolidation is basically a loan that combines all your debts into one single payment. Sounds like a great idea at first, right? But then you find out the lifespan of your loans increase, and that means you’ll stay in debt even

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longer than before. The low interest rate that looks so appealing in the beginning usually goes up over time, too. Stretching out the amount of time you’re paying off debt, plus adding interest, is just dumb. Debt settlement companies are awful. These crummy outfits will charge you a fee, then promise to negotiate with your creditors to reduce what you owe. In most cases, they take your money up front, do a bad job “negotiating” your debt and leave you responsible for what’s left.

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is also a bad idea. With a HELOC, you’re borrowing against your home. On top of that, you risk losing your house if you can’t pay it back on time. All these plans are really just gimmicks that only treat the symptoms of your money problems. They never help you address the root issue of why you landed there in the first place. Personal finance is always 80% behavior, and 20% head knowledge. You have to change your behavior if you want to make a lasting, positive impact on your finances!

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