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Editor’s Note JENNIFER JHON
Campus looks for little ones that are sensibly stylish.
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Most grade-school children in South Florida wear uniforms to school, but that doesn't mean all students have to look the same.
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Family Health & Safety How and when to treat warts; where to get free shots required for school
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Nutrition Drink more water
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One of the biggest hurdles for back to school – a consistent sleep schedule – is also an important factor in their ability to focus in the classroom.
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Let the adventure begin My kids aren’t the only ones wondering where the summer went. I am, too. Back in July, summer seemed to stretch out forever. Ten whole weeks of summer camp, travel, swimming pools and sunblock. How can JENNIFER it have gone by so fast? Still, despite the earlier mornings and school traffic jams that are coming, I am looking forward to classes beginning again. Both of my children will be at the same school this year, which has a lot of benefits. My morning commute will be less painful, the family schedule will be more streamlined, and the kids will get to look after each other during the school day.
My son loves to be the prince or superhero for his little sister, so getting to be the big man on campus during her first weeks should be a treat for him. I’m also excited about meeting their teachers. My son has been so forJHON tunate – his teachers have accommodated his extra energy in the classroom, and they have been generous in sharing their time and experience with me as I learn how to reinforce their efforts at home. My daughter promises to be just as energetic, but I know she is in good hands – and that feels great! There is still a lot to do before Aug. 24. We have supplies to buy, uniforms to try
on and after-school programs to check out. We also have to get back on that earlier sleep schedule that is so important to the morning routine. But there are adventures ahead, and I am excited about getting started.
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State toughens charter school applications By Karen Yi Sun Sentinel
Florida’s Board of Education unanimously agreed in July to require charter-school applicants to disclose their prior successes and failures running such schools. Under the revisions, the applicants, governing board members and/or the management company would have to list all the charter schools they’ve been involved with — including those that shut down. Applicants will have to reveal how the schools performed academically and financially for the past five years. The changes come after a “Sun Sentinel” investigation found some charterschool operators were collecting public dollars for schools that quickly shut down. The investigation exposed weaknesses in state law that allowed almost anyone who could fill out a lengthy application to open a charter school. Districts have long clamored they lacked sufficient authority to deny charter-school applicants with a history of poor performance. State board member Michael Olenick said Florida has seen a number of failed charter schools over the years, with some individuals starting a charter school man-
agement company, shutting it down and creating a new one. “I want to flush that out,” he said. “That is a huge problem.” Nearly 40 charter schools in South Florida have closed since 2012. The closures continued into this school year — 13 in Broward and Palm Beach counties shut down or were ordered to close since July. Although the changes originally called for applicants to disclose three years of financial and performance history for affiliated charter schools, Olenick pushed for five years. “If you don’t have a good foundation for finances … then, I think, you’re to some degree leading districts in the wrong direction,” he said. Adam Miller, who oversees charter schools for the state, said his department was also developing a database that districts could use to search a person’s association with other charter schools. State officials expect to launch the database this summer. Charter school applications are due in August for those interested in opening in 2016. Local districts and charter school advocates praised the state’s changes, saying it would improve the quality of charter
schools opening in Florida. “A person’s track record within the education movement is important,” said Lynn Norman-Teck, a spokeswoman for the Florida Consortium of Public Charter Schools. She said districts should have all the tools to thoroughly vet applicants. “These are some good efforts,” said Chuck Shaw, a Palm Beach County School Board member. “It’s beginning to address some of the concerns school districts have.” But Shaw said the changes leave other issues untouched, such as requiring a charter school to be innovative and have a majority of its board made up of local members. Broward schools Superintendent Robert Runcie said last month that the application revisions were part of a larger push to reform the charter school industry. “I absolutely think more needs to be done,” he said. “We have a financial exposure when charter schools close abruptly and we have to recover those funds.” Runcie and other school leaders have lobbied for charter-school operators to post a surety bond before opening and inform districts of where they plan to hold class 60 days before school starts.
FREE VISION SCREENINGS for kids In honor of Amblyopia Awareness Month, free vision screenings will be offered to children ages 3-6 on Saturday, Aug. 15, at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. Optiwow and Pediatric Ophthalmology Consultants are teaming up with the hospital’s Division of Ophthalmology to conduct the free screenings from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the hospital at 3100 SW 62nd Ave., Miami. Registration is required. Call 305-662-8390.
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Heads Up! Protect little noggins from brain injury
Wear a Helmet On bikes, scooters, skates and skateboards, wear a helmet every time. Don’t opt for a bigger size for a child to grow into. Get the right fit for your child and the activity. Although no helmet is “concussion-proof,” it can reduce the risk of serious brain injury or skull fracture.
Buckle Up Always use car seats, booster seats and seatbelts appropriate for the age and size of your child.
Prevent Drowning Never leave a child unattended in a bathtub, near a pool or at the beach. Teach your child to swim. Learn CPR. These are three ways to help prevent drowning — the No. 1 cause of injury death among kids ages 1 to 4.
Gate the Stairs Use gates at the top and bottom of stairs to help prevent serious injuries from falls.
Spot the Signs & Respond Quickly Learn how to identify the signs of a concussion: Can’t recall events? Appears dazed or stunned? Forgetful? Clumsy movements? Slow to answer? Loss of consciousness? Changes in mood, behavior or personality? If you suspect a child may have a concussion, seek medical attention immediately.
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any parents wonder what to do if a wart appears on a child’s skin: Should they visit a doctor and get it removed right away? Will the wart go away on its own? Is there an over-the-counter medication or home remedy that will help? The answers to those questions may depend on the appearance of the wart, its location on the body and whether the small skin growth becomes painful. While most warts are harmless, if they becomes red and swollen, start to bleed or change color, see a doctor right away. Antibiotics may be necessary to fight off a skin infection, and in some cases, a biopsy may be necessary to rule out the possibility of skin cancer. A wart that appears on the face should be examined by a doctor so it can be treated or removed without scarring or other problems. Warts in the genital area or anus also need careful medical treatment. Plantar warts on the soles of your child’s feet can make it painful to walk or run. They can also disturb a child’s posture, leading to possible leg or back problems in the future. Your doctor or nurse may need to remove any thickened skin that has formed over the plantar wart before beginning treatment. When a wart is painful or in a sensitive area, a dermatologist can treat it with prescription medications, laser therapy, freezing (cryosurgery) or burning (electrocautery). Other approaches include immunotherapy, which involves creating an allergic reaction in the skin that helps the wart disappear. Fortunately, most warts appear in locations that do not usually require treatment, such as the upper arms or the back of the hands. In addition, they often disappear without treatment, although the
process can take a year or longer. Because warts are caused by a viral infection in the top layer of the skin, they can spread from one part of the body to another or return later in life, whether or not they have been treated.
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Gear up for school with free shots By Bob LaMendola Florida Department of Health in Broward County
ummer vacation is quickly coming to an end, so parents are thinking about backto-school immunizations for the kids. Florida Department of Health (DOH) offices in South Florida are planning immunization efforts to help parents who do not take their children to family doctors, which is the best way to be vaccinated. “Vaccines have helped us wipe out diseases that used to kill our children by the thousand. But a few cases are starting to appear among unvaccinated children,” said Dr. Paula Thaqi, director of the DOH in Broward County. “Parents who want to protect their children fully should have them immunized.” Public schools open Aug. 24. Florida law says children cannot start school unless they received vaccinations that protect against nine contagious and potentially fatal childhood diseases. Every year, parents and school officials get headaches when children cannot be admitted because of missing vaccinations.
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Measles, mumps, rubella (German measles) – Two doses of MMR vaccine are given to babies and pre-schoolers.
To help them, DOH gives free immunizations paid for by the federal Vaccines for Children program: DOH-Broward – All recommended immunizations are offered at DOH health centers. In addition, free shots will be given from Aug. 10 to 25 at Lauderhill Mall, 1267 NW 40th Ave., including an outreach event and health fair on Saturday, Aug. 22. For details, visit www.broward.floridahealth. gov/programs-and-services/ clinical-and-nutrition-services/ immunizations/index.html or call 954-467-4705. DOH-Palm Beach – Immunizations are offered at DOH health centers and by a mobile van. For hours and locations, visit www.palmbeach.floridahealth. gov/programs-and-services/ clinical-and-nutrition-services/
immunizations/index.html or call 561-840-4568. DOH-Miami-Dade – Immunizations are offered at DOH health centers and in the community. For hours and locations, visit www.miamidade.floridahealth. gov/programs-and-services/ clinical-and-nutrition-services/ immunizations/index.html or call 786-845-0550. Immunizations are especially important for children entering kindergarten and seventh grade, because different requirements begin at those grade levels. Vaccinations required for school include: Diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (whooping cough) – Four or five doses of DTaP vaccine are given to babies and pre-schoolers. One additional
Chickenpox – Two doses of vaccine are given to babies and pre-schoolers. One additional dose is given before seventh grade. Among adults, the virus can re-emerge and cause the painful skin condition called shingles. Hepatitis B – Three doses of vaccine is given to babies. In addition, federal health officials recommend several other immunizations not required for school. These include vaccines against flu (every year starting at 6 months), rotavirus (three doses for babies), Haemophilus influenzae B (three to four doses for babies), pneumococcal disease (four doses for babies), hepatitis A (two doses for babies), human papilloma virus (three doses at age 11 or older) and meningococcal disease (two doses at age 11 or older). DOH-Broward will give HPV and meningitis vaccines for free at the Lauderhill Mall.
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There is only so much you can do to protect your child from the world. Give your kids an A+ in healthcare awareness by starting the school year right!
Ask your pediatrician how to prepare for back to school to ensure your children’s health and well-being puts them at head of the class. To speak to a registered nurse or if you need a physician referral, call Consult-A-NurseŽ at 866-442-2362. For more information, visit HCAEastFlorida.com.
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Drink More Water By Rachel Sestrich, RD, LD
large number of children are never drinking plain water. The water they should be drinking is being replaced by juice, soda and other sugary drinks. These drinks provide no nutritional benefit. They are often high in sugar and calories, which can lead to weight gain and other health problems. Milk and water are the only beverages that should be consumed daily. Other beverages should be an occasional treat.
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or bottled water in the refrigerator. Cold water tastes better, especially on a hot day. Serve water with all meals and snacks; it can be served along with a glass of milk. Instead of juice boxes or soda at parties, have a pitcher and/ or bottles of water available for guests to drink. Be a good role model; if your child does not see you drinking water, they will be less likely to want to do so themselves.
Stay Hydrated If you are exercising or if the weather is hot, additional fluids are needed to stay hydrated. It is important for children to drink water before, during and after exercise. Signs of dehydration include headache, fatigue, irritability, difficulty concentrating, dry cool skin, dry mouth and dark urine. Children are curious about bodily processes like urination, so explain to them what the color of their urine signifies. If you are properly hydrating your body, your
urine will be a light yellow to almost clear color. When urine is a dark color, that means you need to drink more water. Encourage children to drink water throughout the day; sports drinks are not an alternative to water. If sports drinks are necessary, look for lower-sugar options.
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Although we would like to see children drink plain water, sometimes you need to spruce it up a bit to make it more appealing. You can add frozen fruit or fresh sliced fruit and vegetables to make infused water. Oranges, grapefruit, berries, cucumber, lemon, lime, rosemary and mint are some of the most popular items to use. You can also make frozen fruit ice cubes to put in water to give it extra flavor. Water is an essential nutrient; you cannot live without it. Ensure your children are drinking water every day to keep their mind and bodies working properly.
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It’s the traditional kick-off to autumn, a weekend for one last family-bonding binge before everyone lunges off into their own schedules of school, sports, meetings and careers. Fortunately for South Florida families, there are worlds of ways for parents and kids to have fun together for one last, weekendlong BFF moment. Here’s just a sampling:
Harvest a Hero’s Welcome If Mom or Dad is in active or retired miliary, fire and rescue, law enforcement or medical personnel, you’re in for a special honor. The annual Heroes Salute Tribute Weekend on Labor Day weekend at Hawks Cay Resort, Villas and Marina is for your family. Accommodations range from hotel rooms to fully equipped villas in a sprawling resort dotted with restaurants, a marina with fishing guides, swimming pools and things to do together. The 60-acre resort in the Florida Keys offers tennis, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, dive excursions, Segway tours and the famous Dolphin Connection. The holiday weekend will feature a Hero Tribute ceremony with fireworks, a 5K Run/Walk, an all-American barbecue, live music and a Touch-a-Truck event where kids get to sit in the driver’s seat of big rigs.
Give Kids the Moon and Stars Labor Day weekend includes a First Friday, and that means a free Planetarium Star Show and rooftop observatory viewing on Sept. 4 at the Museum of Science in Miami. See a family
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Celebrate at SeaWorld Orlando Ending on Labor Day is the year-long celebration of SeaWorld’s 50th anniversary. See a new Shamu Show, get up close to dolphins and other sea creatures at Discovery Cove, see the fireworks finale and, best of all, keep an eye peeled for the Surprise Squad that roams the theme park. As part of the anniversary fun, the Squad pops up all over the park delivering unexpected prizes and other surprises to guests.
Enjoy the final Days of Summer The holiday weekend is also your last chance to take advantage of the 110 Days of Summer family special at Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate. The resort offers special family activities including resort scavenger hunts, twilight golf, dive-in movies, teen spa afternoons, sushi lessons, field games and splash parties, and Friday night s’mores. The kids will love the resort’s zero-entry pool, 850foot winding lazy river, cork-screw water slide, interactive water fountains, full-size arcade and Camp Omni Kids program. Plus, its location provides quick access to Orlando's theme parks.
Walk Sesame Street Little hands and feet learn along the way as children shepherd their parents through their favorite street. Anchored by the Muppets, the BodyOn Display at Fort Lauderdale’s Museum of Discovery & Science is a world of hands-on, educational fun aimed at ages 2-8. The special exhibit ends Sept. 7. Learn about the body from fingers and toes to ishy, squishy insides. Do puzzles, play sign language games, play with shadow puppets and let Oscar lead you through the journey that food takes through your body. What do your organs do? Play Count’s Organ Organ to find out. Learn about healthy groceries at Mr. Hooper’s Store and play Rub-a-Dub Tub with Ernie and Bert.
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Weekend at the Waldorf Legendary Waldorf hospitality has come to Florida at the Boca Raton Resort and Club, a Waldorf Astoria Resort. Spend the Labor Day weekend playing 18 holes of championship golf or a simple family game of tennis or croquet. Plunge into pools, the Atlantic or the FLOWRIDER surf simulator. Instructors are on hand from 6 to 9 p.m., and Glow Flow night surfing parties make a splash. Surf Boca, locatedon the beach at the Boca Beach Club, offers Surf Clinics. Private lessons are also available. A rewarding but low-key family program is Mizner’s Quest, a sort of scavenger hunt that introduces all ages to interactive learning about the area’s nature, wildlife and 18 historic landmarks around the iconic resort. Plenty of dining and noshing options abound throughout the resort, from ice cream and snacks to haute cuisine. IF YOU GO Boca Raton Resort and Club, 888-543-1224, bocaresort.com Fort Lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Science, 954-467-6637, mods.org Hawks Cay, hawkscay.com or hawkscayheroes.com The Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science, Miami, 305-646-4234 Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, OmniOrlandoResort.com, 407-390-6664 SeaWorld, seaworldparks.com. Call 888800-5447 to book a vacation package.
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Key pieces by Gap that are easy to mix and match for both school days and weekends keep the boys looking pulled together while the Kickee Pants hoodie dress gives Elisa a clever spin on a comfy classic.
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s I watched my great-niece drop her morsel of bread and nod off to sleep in her highchair, I was reminded of how babies don’t ignore their need for sleep, regardless of what’s going on around them. As our kids get older, however, we often neglect to recognize the important role sleep plays, and we allow lack of adequate sleep to go unnoticed. Research confirms the benefits of sleep for children and adults. It plays a critical role in helping us function at our peak. Lack of it contributes to a variety of health and behavior issues, including irritability, lethargy, weight gain, depression, and lack of self control. Sleep deprivation can mirror the symptoms of ADHD, particularly in children. Inattentiveness, impulsive behavior, trouble completing tasks, difficulty with organization, and hyperactivity are linked to ADHD but could also be a result of poor or inadequate sleep. A study in the Journal of Sleep Research concluded that treating
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sleep problems in some children might be enough to reduce or possibly eliminate attention and hyperactivity/impulsivity issues. Another study, reported on by sleep consultant Timothy Morgenthaler with the Mayo Clinic Center for Sleep Medicine in a USA Today article, showed, “When we don’t get enough sleep, we actually injure brain cells.” “When you miss out on sleep, you take out a loan from the sleep bank,” Morgenthaler said in the report. “You can never completely repay the debt - and decreased health is the interest on your loan.” We know sleep is important, but how do we help our children get enough shut eye? Here are a few tips: » Turn off electronics an hour before bedtime and keep them out of the bedroom. Light from the TV, iPad, cell phone or other electronics curbs the release of melatonin, a naturally occurring hormone that helps us fall asleep. Ask your kids to turn off electronics an hour before bedtime, and keep electronics out of their rooms to prevent any temptations.
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» Do homework after school or early evening when possible. If a child experiences frustration from a school assignment just before going to bed, it can prevent him from falling asleep easily. Allow a short break after school and then encourage your child to dive into homework and complete his assignments. » Go to bed close to the same time every night. Help your child create a bedtime routine that naturally leads to ease in falling asleep. Perhaps it includes a warm bath, soft music and bedtime prayers. Encourage your child to go to bed and get up about the same time every day. » Monitor caffeine consumption. Energy drinks and many soft drinks are loaded with caffeine that aid in sleeplessness. Help your children form good habits that include limiting caffeine after midafternoon. » Exercise regularly. We all sleep better when we exercise regularly. Make exercise fun by encouraging your child to take the dog for a walk, jump on the trampoline or shoot some basketball hoops.
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How Much Sleep Does Your Child Need? Sleep expert Jennifer Denzel, a certified Gentle Sleep Coach and founder of Rested Family Child Sleep Consulting, said, “Quality sleep restores energy to help build brain function, neurological development, attention span, motor skills and concentration. “The first step in establishing healthy sleep habits is to understand how much sleep your child needs. Most of us have
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an approximate idea of how long our little ones are sleeping at night, but sometimes these estimates aren’t accurate.” Her advice: “To make sure your child gets the recommended amount of shuteye, track their sleep over the course of 7-10 days. You may be surprised to learn they are coming up short in the sleep they need. These small deficits can add up.” Check out the table below to see how your child’s sleep is adding up. HOURS PER NIGHT 4 years:
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Why Is A Consistent Bedtime Important? When it comes to sleep, children need quality, quantity and consistency. Going to sleep and waking at the same time each day is important for the natural biorhythms of the body. A healthy wake-up time is between 6 and 7:30 a.m. To get the right amount of sleep, a bedtime between 7 and 8:30 p.m. for children 10 years and younger is optimal. The body acclimates to the routines we set, and therefore, we need to be conscious of how we are encouraging healthy sleep habits with our children. When deciding on a bedtime for your child, take into account what time they need to be awake in the morning, and make sure the bedtime routine is complete with lightsout, falling asleep at just the right time each evening. If you’re determined to help your children experience back-to-school success, remember to focus on their sleep habits. It takes intentional effort to ensure adequate sleep, but the reward of a well-rested child will be worth it. Gayla Grace writes, speaks and coaches on family and stepfamily issues. Despite a busy schedule, she encourages good sleep habits with her five children.
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Back-to-school season is often stressful for children, especially young children. Young children aren’t very good at feeling competent and masterful in new situations. Uh-oh, a new classroom. Where do I sit? Where’s the bathroom? What should I do first? Uh-oh, a new teacher. She looks and acts differently than the teacher I loved so much last year. Uh-oh, new kids. Some look nice, but some are pushy and loud, or some cry for their mommy and that makes me miss my mommy, too. Oh jeez, oh man... and they want me to remember where to put my name when I play, clean-up when I’m not even finished, sit when I want to twirl, and say “I’m sorry” when I really needed some help here. Teacher, do you see me, do you know me? I’m too little to tell you everything you need to know about me. Heck, I’m too little to know everything I need to know. Young children are looking to parents for help, but how? Back-to-school is equally stressful for parents trying to guide, lead and reassure uncertain children into
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#4 Relationships take time Learning is a process, and trust is built on relationships. Even if everything isn’t perfect on Day 1, your child’s teachers have the skill and experience to create a safe, loving and wonder-filled experience for your child. Your child is also learning new socialemotional skills. School isn’t about knowing everything on Day 1, intellectually, socially or emotionally. As each relationship deepens – childand-teacher, teacher-and-parent, even parent-and-child as they travel this new road together – each person understands more. Through that familiarity is comfort, and through comfort is trust. Let the trust grow.
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10 Tips for Back-to-School Anxiety 1. Trust that your child is in good hands. Schools and teachers are professionals who understand the developmental and emotional needs of children. 2. Ask questions if you don't know something. You will be better able to respond to your child's concerns if you understand school policy and procedures. 3. Add "listening time" to your daily routine. In the car, at the dinner table or going for a walk, be present but silent - allowing your child to release and express feelings and concerns. (You don't have to "fix" everything.) 4. Keep routines simple and predictable. Your child gains emotional security from a predictable routine - an anchor through unsettling changes. 5. Find out the names of classmates and school friends. Just knowing children’s names will make your child feel less alone. You can also plan some casual playdates. 6. Create personal connections between home and school. Tell stories, read books, bring a favorite item for show-n-tell, write lunch-box notes. Kids need continuity, not compartmentalized experiences. 7. Regression is normal. Starting something new is often 3 steps forward, 2 steps back. Celebrate the baby steps and allow for a transition time. 8. Accept all your child’s emotions. Difficult emotions like sadness, fear, nervousness and defensiveness are not easy, but they are part of a child’s emotional life, and they are the only door to maturity. Help your child face difficult emotions, not avoid them.
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“I referred back to an incident when she’d been on the other side to remind her how it feels to be teased and asked her to empathize,” the mother said. “Then she felt bad and realized how it had impacted that child. I wanted her to learn from it so she doesn’t do it again. It’s the parent’s responsibility to teach their child how to act in the world.” According to Lowell Levine, founder of the Stop Bullying Now Foundation Inc. in Palm Beach, this mom’s proactive parenting is exactly what society needs to ensure our children break the cycle of bullying. Levine has spoken about and worked with families from throughout the country to provide them with much-needed education and resources on the subject. He stresses getting kids on the right track at an early age. “Most bullies are children that haven’t had the proper guidance they should have,”
Levine said. “Bullies like to feel better by controlling somebody because they feel power over another child.” When Levine lectures on the topic of bullying, he focuses on the importance of three words: leader, teammate and practice. He said when we teach our children how to be a leader and a teammate to others, and put those things into practice in school, sports or work, we are establishing the groundwork for raising better individuals. “Having continuous communication with your child, and learning the words leader, teammate and practice, will make him a stronger person who’s used to helping other people,” Levine said. “Then they’ve learned what life is really about, and that will lessen their chances of becoming a bully.” Levine also recommends that children get involved in
athletics or community service to learn the importance of helping people, particularly other children. “When a child who’s bullying volunteers their services, they start to question why they’re hurting somebody else,” Levine said. “It takes the bully away from being the bully.” Whether you encourage your child to volunteer at a local children’s hospital or religious facility, it’s the participation in something constructive that will help them realize the need to be kind to others. “If nothing is done, as they get older, they get more power and the bullying continues,” Levine said. “It’s crucial to get out of the cycle so they get wiser as they get older.” FOR MORE INFORMATION Resources and statistics on bullying, visit the Stop Bullying Now Foundation at www.stopbullyingnowfoundation.org.
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On Thursday, September 10, 2015, nationally renowned author and speaker Wendy S. Harpham, M.D., will share practical and hopeful insights and advice about supporting children who have a parent with cancer. 5:00pm – 6:00pm: 6:00pm – 7:15pm: 7:15pm – 8:00pm:
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Whether you are just beginning your homeschool journey or are a homeschooling veteran, fall is a great time to get things organized for the year of learning ahead. The back-to-school sales help you save money on your supplies, and the long, hot summer days give you plenty of time to explore new options or evaluate your current method and begin implementing your program for the fall. Here are a few things to keep homeschooling on track and less stressful for the entire family: MAKE SURE YOU’RE FOLLOWING THE RULES. Florida simply requires homeschooling families to file a letter of intent to homeschool with their school district’s superintendent, keep a portfolio of the children’s work and submit an annual evaluation – but make sure you don’t miss your deadlines. Get more information on homeschooling at fpea.com/about-homeschooling/requirements. DECIDE WHAT YOUR HOMESCHOOLING GOALS AND IDEALS ARE. What is most important when homeschooling? Do you want your days to mimic traditional school or be more flexible? Will you provide direct one-on-one instruction or expect your kids to work independently? What learning goals do you have for your kids, and what subjects/area do you want to focus most heavily on? What are your children’s interests, learning strengths and needs as learners? Do you want a comprehensive program that covers all areas, or do you want to piece together your own? PICK A CURRICULUM. Once you decide what you want your homeschool days to be like, you need to choose a program to implement your homeschooling goals. There are hundreds of homeschooling curriculums and programs available from com-
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prehensive curriculums that include everything you will need for a full year of learning to fully online programs to the much more relaxed approach of “unschooling,” plus everything in between. They are available at varying price points. Do some research to find a curriculum or set of programs that meet both your learning and program goals. Sites like www.rainbowresource.com provide previews and comprehensive reviews of thousands of curriculums and programs to help you determine a good fit for your family.
STOCK UP ON SUPPLIES. Pencils, erasers, rulers, markers, crayons, glue: get them while they’re cheap! Many of the same supplies children need for a traditional school program will be used at home, and nothing is worse than having to pay $5 for a ruler in October because you didn’t get one when they were 10¢ in August. GET ORGANIZED. One of the things that will immensely help homeschooling go smoothly is being organized. Figure out where in your home you’re going to implement your homeschool program and gather your supplies and organize them so they are easily accessible and usable. Decide how you’re going to manage your days; record your child’s progress and work completed; and keep up with portfolios. Pick a system that works for you. Look into co-ops, groups and classes. South Florida has a flourishing homeschooling community with many options available for classes, meet-ups and learning groups. BE FLEXIBLE. Homeschooling is a journey. Don’t get worked up about every little detail; just let the learning happen.
Melissa Roy is a South Florida homeschooling, ballerina mommy of three with baby 4 on the way. She holds a M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education and B.A. in Dance Education and shares her parenting adventures at beyondmommying.com
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Dear Diary… it, but does leave it out in the It’s finally time to go back to open. I’ll admit, even though school, yay! she’s 6, we (OK, I) still want to Some of us are thrilled to get bust that lock and take a quick those kids back into a routine; peek inside to see what’s going some of us are dreading the on. homework, new friends and meetI’m sure I’ll find a bunch of ing new parents. pictures, doodling and Disney Then there are a few who have stuff, but what if there’s more had the summer from hell with in there? Today’s 6-year-old is TEANA MCDONALD their kids and would love to send not the 6-year-old from the ‘70s. them to boarding school (I know I hear a song in my head each there are a few of you out there) because time I pass the diary in her room, “Should I going back to school is like a reward. read you or should I leave you?” Drives me My mother was one. Yes, she loved me. But crazy! I know she secretly thought about a “scared As parents we’re damned if we do, and straight” or boot-camp-style program for me a we’re damned if we don’t. If we read our few times. child’s diary, we may find it very innocent and She didn’t say it, but I knew I wreaked feel bad afterward. Or we may find out that our havoc on her life during one particular sumchild is just as sneaky as we thought she was. mer (the summer of 16). Now that I’m older, At that point, what do you do with that I laugh about it, and so does she (I think). information? You have to address it, but then If she’d read my diary that summer, it you have to confess that you betrayed their would’ve saved her tons of time. trust (which sucks). According to my fellow Girls of all ages enjoying keeping a diary. Loud Mom, Allyson Tomchin, “Parents should It’s very sacred and personal, and it’s the only not be reading their children’s locked diaries place where they can bare their souls. unless there is a concern for their safety.” My 6-year-old has a diary, and she locks Of course, Allyson and I had a debate on
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PARENTS CAN TURN CONFLICTS INTO TEACHABLE MOMENTS BY E. TINA ALLISON
“Don’t fight in front of the children!” This is common advice. But it just begins to scratch the surface of how to handle conflict within families. When handled properly, conflict can lead to stronger families and relationships, said Terry Morrow, an assistant dean of student affairs at the College of Health Care Sciences at NSU who holds a Ph.D. in conflict analysis and resolution. “So many people are afraid of conflict and shy away from it, and say ‘Don’t let it be shown’ and ‘Don’t show your kids you have conflict.’ The reality is, as humans, we have conflict. If there are two or more human beings in a room, at some point there’s going to be conflict, so [make] it a teachable moment.” Judith McKay, Ph.D., an associate professor of conflict resolution and commu-
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nity studies at NSU, said parents should be aware of how conflict plays out in the home. “The problem is, basically, at what point do we look around and say, ‘Wait a minute, the way that I am handling and modeling conflict is not helpful. It is not getting me to where I really want to go, and my children are watching this,’ ” she said. “Because it becomes an either/or proposition. Either it’s a knockdown, drag-out fight and every fight is in front of the kids. Or there’s no conflict, everything is quieted and the parents are fighting in private so the children are not seeing the negative conflict. But they’re also not seeing positive conflict. If you’re not seeing any conflict, then you’re not learning good conflict skills. The same as if you
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are seeing lots of negative conflict, lots of fighting, things that kind of go around and around, they don’t get resolved. … Then they’re not learning effective conflict, either. You really need to be able to come to a happy medium.” Parents should start, McKay said, by recognizing the purpose of conflict. “Ask yourself, what’s your goal? Is your goal to be right? Is your goal to have power over somebody? Or is your goal to have a better relationship with clearer understandings? Because if your goal is to have a better relationship with clearer understandings, then you should at least be willing to learn how to sit down and talk to the other person. Because in the end, being right is not necessarily going to get you to the better relationship with clearer understanding.” Morrow said constructive conflict starts with listening. “There’s a saying by Stephen Covey that I love, ‘Seek first to understand, and then to be understood.’ So often we dive in, wanting to make our own point and get our own point across, when people are much more willing to listen to our point if they feel like their opinion or their perspective was valued and respected,” she said. They are more willing to listen, Morrow said, because of the “Human Needs Theory.” It says that everyone, no matter the age, culture or background, has basic human needs, including security, safety, respect, belonging and love, power or influence, autonomy and justice. “So a lot of times, when there is a conflict, the question becomes ‘What needs aren’t being met?’ ” she said. If people can recognize during conflict what needs are not being met, Morrow said, they can then approach and address the conflict more effectively.
She recommended five steps for better conflict resolution: Acknowledge the issue and say what you hope to see. (“We have this problem, and I hope to see us discuss options and find a solution that we are both satisfied with.”)
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Listen to the person without interrupting them, showing them they are valued and respected. Empathize with what they say and reflect it back. “I hear … , and I understand …” Express your own viewpoint without blaming or attacking the other person; acknowledge your contribution. “We need to do this as adults, to accept our contribution,” Morrow said. “It might be 10 percent, but we still had some contribution to the conflict, and be willing to say ‘I’m sorry,’ to have/show humility. It is so healing to teach the idea of accountability and forgiveness, always ending in, ‘How can we restore the relationship?’ Relationships aren’t restored oftentimes until there is accountability, and an apology, and forgiveness from the other side.” Find a solution, don’t just end it. “OK, what will we do in the future?”
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It is important for children to see healthy conflict and conflict resolution. If kids are seeing parents in conflict, Morrow said, it is reassuring for parents to be “willing to say, ‘We are having a conflict; we disagree on this. Your mom feels this way, and I feel this way, and we are going to continue to try to work it out. I love her very much, and I know we can to work it out.’ Have this conversation with [children] so they see and understand what’s happening. Do this with your partner, but also with your kids – rather than running from conflict, engaging it. “They are going to have conflict at school; they are going to having conflict with their friends,” Morrow said. “Have it be a kind of laboratory in your house, ‘Here’s what we do.’ ”
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Without effective communication, we cannot expect to have effective conflict or conflict resolution. Morrow suggests families create “family standards” or “family agreements.” She said families should get together and talk about “what is it that makes a great family? … What kind of environment do we want to live in? … It’s not just enough just to say, ‘Oh, what do you want?’ But … ‘Why do you say this?’ ‘Why is that important?’ And by doing that, everybody in the room gets to really hear. … We all have expectations, but they
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are unstated.” Morrow encourages families to write down their agreements, display them where everyone can see them and come up with ways to hold each other accountable. “So now there’s some common language in the family of what’s expected and the consequences for not meeting it. And the reality is, people won’t meet it at times. We are not perfect. … As parents, we make mistakes, and we yell, or we say something wrong, or we say we’re going to do something and we don’t follow through.”
If you’re not seeing any conflict, then you’re not learning good conflict skills Parents should be models, “saying, ‘I told you I was going to do this, and you know what, I just wasn’t able to get to it, and I’m sorry, and I’d like to make it up to you. So let’s find another time that we can do this. I want to follow through on my promise.’ Or, ‘I got really mad and I yelled at you, and our family standard is we don’t yell at one another, and I was wrong. I’m sorry. Will you forgive me?’ ” Developing positive and effective conflict resolution skills takes time and effort. However, Morrow said, “by investing in these tools on the front end, [parents] are going to spend less time on the back end dealing with the conflict. “These are life lessons, life skills,” she said. “Just like you would invest in having your child clean their room, or do simple chores or do their homework. These are all things that happen in daily life as we raise children. … Being able to resolve conflicts is really foundational to being a productive and successful adult.” If all of these strategies together seem overwhelming, Morrow suggests families pick one area to work on first. It could be being less defensive with a spouse or sibling, or listening better, or not yelling. “For someone, it may take six months over and over of trying, and it will be difficult, but they will master it over six months, and it will be a great win.”
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From dress up to makeup There was once a time in my life, not too long before I became a mommy, when I had more than 100 lipsticks in a makeup trunk inside my bathroom. No, I am not exaggerating. I had time to be overwhelmed every morning, even though, back then, I thought I was so busy. Since I became a mom, not only do I not have much time to put on makeup, but I have no time to go through such an intense pile to choose a color that will take me from day to night. [Yes, I’m lucky if I can even reapply.] Sometimes I feel like I gave birth to an octopus, because he grabs everything in sight. I tried to set up a makeshift vanity on the couch, but he rolled by in his
walker and annihilated my attempt. And how can I remember to put on lipstick when I can’t even remember to restock the diaper bag with diapers? I made seven trips back and forth from my apartment to my car a few days ago because I forgot his bottle and then I realized I forgot his baby wipes. And then I noticed I left my cell phone on the kitchen table. And I finally got back to the car only to realize I left his jar of baby food on the counter. I was about to leave the driveway and noticed I had no spoon. When I went back to get the spoon, I noticed I still had the stroller in the corner and had forgotten that, too. I often joke that at 34, I feel like a teen mom, because I am a kid at heart and sometimes my mind is scattered all over the place. There are actual moments that I still feel like a teenager, and sometimes I long for the simplicity of my ’90s adolescence. There was no Internet on phones. No
texting. If you wanted a new lipstick, you had to go to the drugstore or the mall. There was no such thing as inundating yourself with thousands of lipstick options online. But I recently found myself nostalgically Googling “90s beauty products.” I typed “1995 lipstick” into the search bar and discovered Gerard Cosmetics on Gerardcosmetics.com. I had one of those Zen Oprah “a-ha” moments when I was able to go back to 1995, when I was 15 and had discovered the power of nude lipstick. The clever cosmetics line offers a variety of wearable everyday shades such as French Toast, Berry Smoothie and the perfect pinky, brown shade called 1995. Some days I completely lose the makeup battle and never manage to get a stitch of makeup on my face, but lipstick seems to be the one thing I can still manage to swipe on at a stop light. Just because I’m a mom now doesn’t mean I’ve forgotten how to party like it’s 1999.
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The field of dreams The kick went up. The football mouthpiece to protect her sailed through the uprights. teeth. “It’s good!” Lucky for me, at least so What made this kick special? far, Jessie hasn’t expressed My fourth-grade daughter, Jesinterest in football, except for sie, and I had just witnessed cheering on her favorite high the first field goal kicked by a school and college teams with PATRICK HEMPFING female varsity football player in Dad by her side. her school’s history. I used the Speed ahead a few weeks. opportunity to make two important points Our field goal kicker began the game by to Jessie: “If you set a goal and work hard, kicking off to the opposing team. Their you can achieve it” and “follow your player caught the ball, took a few steps dreams.” left and then reversed course. He found a I must admit, though, to having told seam, and down the field he ran to what friends and family members, “I’m glad looked like a sure touchdown. But at the I have a girl because football is such a 30-yard line, our field goal kicker tackled rough sport.” It hadn’t occurred to me him. The home crowd’s exuberance over that my daughter might play football. I’d the tackle was short-lived, though, as a worry every second Jessie played, even few seconds later, she limped off the field if she had pads on her shoulders and a with a leg injury.
The trainer looked at our kicker’s left knee as she stretched her leg out on the sideline. The kicker stood up and walked gingerly, bending over several times to inspect her knee. She didn’t return to the action. As the game continued, I noticed a man, I’m confident it was the girl’s father, walk up to her on the sideline. Though I couldn’t hear the conversation, my guess is it went something like this. “Hi, kiddo. How are you doing?” “Dad, I injured my left knee. It really hurts.” “We’ll get it checked out and go from there. Hang tough. For tonight, support your team from the sideline.” Before he walked away, I saw the dad bend over and tap his daughter’s thigh pad with the back of his right hand. “By
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the way, nice tackle.” The dad appeared calm, and the tap was a touching gesture. If Jessie had been the one lying on the sideline, the scene probably would have played out more like this: I jump from the aluminum bleachers and bump into the spectator sitting next to me, knocking his hot dog from its roll. I run across the track and accidentally take out the trainer as I speed to Jessie’s side. “My baby! My baby!” I pick her up in my arms and race the 50 yards to where the ambulance is parked during each game, all the while screaming, “To the hospital!” OK, I don’t think I’d make a good father to a football-playing daughter. Would I learn to adjust, like I’ve had to during all of Jessie’s life stages? Probably so. Obviously, I want Jessie to follow her
dreams. She’s a determined young lady and will make her mark in this world in the fields of her choice. Would it be easier if her passions were in sync with those of her parents? Maybe, but so far, it’s looking like that’s not the case. Her tennis racquet strings aren’t worn nearly enough, and she’d rather put outfits on our Shetland sheepdog than shoot baskets in the driveway. But Mattie and I will do our best to support Jessie’s goals, whatever they are. Like the ball kicked high at the start of this story, I know there’ll be things going up in Jessie’s future, like her hand in the classroom and her eyebrows when she gets excited. I’m impressed by how high she kicks her legs when she dances. Before I know it, she’ll be lifting her tassel at her high school graduation.
In the meantime, I’ll enjoy each report card, dog fashion show and dance recital. Above all, Jessie will know that her parents love her and are filled with pride when she excels at whatever she decides to do, whether she makes a touchdownsaving tackle or hoists a tennis trophy. I’m pulling for the latter – in doubles – with me as her partner. Hey, a dad can dream, too. Until next month, remember to cherish the moments. Patrick Hempfing had a 20-year professional career in banking, accounting and auditing before he became a father at age 44. He is now a full-time husband, stay-at-home dad, and writer. Follow Patrick at www.facebook. com/patricklhempfing and on Twitter @PatrickHempfing.
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Delaying a newborn baby’s bath has hidden health benefits BY JOANIE COX-HENRY
Typically when a baby is born, the infant is washed within an hour after birth and neatly placed in a pink and blue blanket. However, research is now showing the benefits of delaying baby’s bath for 12 to 24 hours. A study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics reported that a number of immune substances are present in both amniotic fluid and the vernix – the waxy coating on a newborn’s skin – that are effective at protecting baby immediately after birth. The Department of Health and the World Health Association have suggested people wait at least six hours before bathing a newborn baby.
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On a local level, all of Memorial Healthcare System Hospitals are now encouraging new mothers not to wash babies right after birth. “Before a baby is born, we let new parents know we changed our process of bathing newborns and now delay their first bath for 12 to 24 hours,” said Nicole Beauregard, who is nurse manager of labor and delivery at Memorial Hospital Miramar. “Myself along with the lactation team thought about how we could bring this philosophy to our hospital. While some parents still opt to have their babies washed right away, we make sure we explain the benefits of delaying the bath.” Those benefits include sooner bonding time for baby and parents as well as less stress for the little one. “When a baby is born, they have amniotic fluid and vernix on their skin. By washing them, it washes away the good bacteria away,” Beauregard said. “The baby is less vulnerable to bacterias if the bath is prevented. Giving the baby a bath also drops the baby’s temperature, and they burn their glucose storage.” Beauregard also said delaying the bath makes breastfeeding smoother. “When the baby is placed on mom’s chest to breastfeed, baby recognizes the scent of amniotic fluid,” she said. Another factor that isn’t often considered in giving the bath is mom’s age. “Now that we have an older population giving birth, we have more mothers with blood sugar issues, and that can also affect baby,” Beauregard said. “When a baby is given a bath, the baby will typically fall into a deep sleep and can’t be immediately fed, which can cause a variety of issues for the newborn. Maybe it could’ve all been avoided by not giving that bath right away.”
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Are Girls Getting Short-Changed? BY MARGARET SAGARESE
Did it ever register with you that there are no females on any dollar bills? I confess that I never noticed that financial slight, until I heard about the movement to get Andrew Jackson replaced with a woman on the $20 bill. The candidates include Eleanor Roosevelt, Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman and Betty Friedan, to name a few. But currently, there are no feminine faces on currency – so it’s not surprising to learn that girls get the short shrift when it comes to how money talks go. When it comes to money matters, according to a Charles Schwab survey, parents talk differently to boys compared with girls. Writing about the discrepancy in his book “The Opposite of Spoiled:
Raising Kids Who Are Grounded, Generous and Smart About Money,” Ron Lieber, a financial columnist for “The New York Times,” notes, “Parents are much more likely to talk to boys than girls about investing, protecting their personal information online, how credit card interest and fees work, whether it’s wise to use check-cashing services and what a 401(k) is.” The only fiscal chatter that girls get more of is how to give money away. When you think about this, it makes sense in an old-fashioned 1950’s kind of way. Back in that day, the men were the breadwinners, making all the money to support the wife and family. Wives spent some of those earnings for household expenses or paying for clothes or gifts. The “he” vs. “she” money roles were clear. Needless to say, those days are long gone. More than half the workforce is now female. And so these conversational habits are beyond obsolete. All of our children need sound and thorough financial guidance and knowledge.
Financial challenges for the next generation According to the Schwab survey “2011 TEENS & MONEY: Insights into Money Attitudes, Behaviors, and Expectations,” which polled 1,132 16-to-18year-olds, kids are anxious. They contend that the money issues they face are different – and more daunting – than what their parents and grandparents encountered. *68% say there’s more pressure to have more things, like computers, cell phones and clothes *53% say people are more obsessed with money these days *51% say there are more financial choices and decisions to make *79% say college is much more expensive now
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Expose preteens to the family budget. Ease them into understanding the fiscal responsibilities that you and your spouse cover in a month. Discuss the cable bill. How do you decide which option to choose? Basic cable or top of the line with all the extras? Should you cancel altogether and access Internet streaming with a service like Netflix or Amazon Prime? Make it a family project to review your plan, explore options and cooperatively make a decision. Weigh cost factors and how entertainment fits into your budget. The idea is to begin exposing young thinkers to the complexity of managing all the choices and options out there in line with the family’s income. Introduce specific topics as kids grow. Include credit card interest rates and fees, 401(k) strategies and more. The bottom line is that all discussions and decisions about spending and saving are value-based. Your spending and saving reflects what is important to you. You want to pass along your values and your knowledge. And you want to do this equally to both genders, so they will be prepared to face their financial challenges.
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your family to create nature-inspired artwork with artist Kerry Phillips. Free for children under 12 and accompanying adults. 1-4 p.m. The Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach. RSVP. 305-531-1001 or wolfsonian.org Every Hero Has A Story. End of 2015 Summer Reading Program Bingo. 11 a.m. Kendall Branch Library, 9101 SW 97 Ave., Miami. Free. 305-279-0520 Special Effects Workshop: House of Makeup Artistry uses makeup techniques to help create a superhero or a villain. 11 a.m. South Dade Regional Library, 10750 SW 211th St., Cutler Bay. Free. 305-233-8140 Mind Lab. Grades 1-5. Mind and strategy gaming for critical thinking. 11 a.m. Shenandoah Branch Library, 2111 SW 19 St., Miami. Free. 305-250-4688
Crazy Eddie Juggling Show. Celebrate the end of the Summer Reading program. 11-11:45 a.m. Miami Lakes Branch Library, 6699 Windmill Gate Road, Miami Lakes. Free. 305-822-6520
Home Depot Kids Workshop. Ages 5-12. Learn how to make a chalkboard door hanger. First come/first served. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. First Saturday of the month. All counties. Home Depot. Free. homedepot.com
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Summer READing Program Finale. All ages. Gordon Gumshoe: “Fairy Tale Detective” presented by Fantasy Theatre Factory! Prizes and book giveaways. 11 a.m.12 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Free. 954-765-1585
Stoked On Salt Family Fun Day and Beach and Pier Clean-up. Shoreline clean-up, teen standup paddle boarding & underwater snorkel treasure hunt with prizes, SOS Kids tug-o-war, nautical arts & crafts, educational activities and free face painting. Free concert by the Scuba Cowboy. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. El Prado Park, 4500 El Mar Drive, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea. lbtsevents.com Meet Elmo At The Museum.“Elmo Learns About Muscles” followed by Elmo meet and greet. 10:15-11a.m. Saturdays through August 15. Museum of Discovery and Science and AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater, 401 SW Second
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Character Storytime. Meet the famous Mouse from “If You Give A Mouse A Cookie.” Sing-along, storytelling activity with cookie decorating and Laura Numeroff book giveaway. 10-11 a.m. Second Thursday of the month. Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. 305-935-1110.
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South Florida Parenting Back to School Splash. Exhibitors, scavenger hunt with prizes, magic shows by James Changefield, music and dance, back-toschool snacks, hands-on crafts, face painting and balloon art. Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital will present the Anti-Bullying Campaign with a poster display and anti-bullying experts. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Westfield Broward mall, 8000 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. westfield.com/broward/.
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St., Fort Lauderdale. $14; Ages 2-12, $12. 954-463-IMAX (4629) or mods.org/imax
Third Annual Big Latch On Coral Springs Presented By Natural BirthWorks. Groups of breastfeeding women coming together to all latch on their child at a set time. The Big Latch On supports communities with identifying and growing opportunities to provide ongoing breastfeeding support and promotion. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., and babies must be latched on at 10 a.m. Vendors, providers, food trucks and activities for the whole family. Sponsored by Whole Foods and South Florida Parenting. 9:30 a.m. Betti Stradling Park, 10301 Wiles Road, Coral Springs. naturalbirthworks.com Hollywood Artspark Experience: Bahia. AfroBrazilian big band Orkestra Rumpilezz. Lawn seating. Bring a blanket or beach chair. 7-11 p.m. ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood. Free. RhythmFoundation.com Family Day: Jou de Fanmi. Family Day at NSU Art Museum with the exhibition From Within and Without: The History of Haitian Photography. Haitian inspired art workshops, move your feet to the Kompa beat and ¿cric? crac! and learn the art of Haitian folklore and storytelling. 1-4 p.m. NSU Art Museum, One East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Members, $5; Non-members, $10. RSVP. 954262-0204 or nsuartmuseum.org Vaccine Education in Hollywood. Have questions or concerns regarding vaccines answered by Board Certified Pediatrician, Jacob Seligsohn, M.D. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Pediatric Associates Hollywood, Emerald Hills Medical Square, 4500 Sheridan St., Hollywood. RSVP: 1-877-334-5437 Family Yoga. Ages 6 and under. 12-12:30 p.m. Davie/ Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6569 Drumming Up Leaders of Tomorrow. Ages 6-18. Explore heroes and leadership using drums and rhythm. 1-2 p.m. Tyrone Bryant Branch Library, 2230 NW 21st Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-8210 NSU Art Museum Mini Muse. Ages 5-10. Tour the exhibitions and create themed hands-on art projects. 3-5 p.m. NSU Art Museum,One East Las Olas Blvd. Fort Lauderdale. 954-525-5500 or nsuartmuseum.org Big Red Truck Event. Ages 4-11. Have your picture taken with a fireman and his big red truck and learn about fire safety. 2- 4 p.m. Hollywood Branch Library, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7760
Celebrate the Birthday of Dr Seuss with Marci Poppins. Ages 3-10. Magic, storytelling and dancing. 2-3 p.m. Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. Free. RSVP. 954-357-8201
So Long Summer Ice Cream Party and Face Painting Fun. Come dressed as your favorite superhero. 2-3:30 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Free. RSVP. 954-201-2626 Kid’s Komputer Day. Learn about online resources, games and online tutoring. 2-3 p.m. Lauderdale Lakes Library/Educational and Cultural Center, 3580 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderdale Lakes. Free. RSVP. 954-357-8643 We are Heroes Summer Finale. All ages. Games, crafts and giveaways. Come dressed up as an everyday hero like a doctor, or a superhero. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Pompano Beach Branch Library, 1213 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-786-2181 Home Depot Kids Workshop. Ages 5-12. Learn how to make a chalkboard door hanger. First come/first served. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. First Saturday of the month. All counties. Home Depot. Free. homedepot.com
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Goodbye Summer Story Time. Ages 3-6. Stories, songs, games and a snack. 11 a.m. Acreage Branch Library, 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee. RSVP. 561-681-4100 Elephant and Piggie Lovers Unite. Ages 6-9. Dress up in pink or gray to represent your favorite character, as you listen to stories and make a craft featuring Elephant and Piggie. 10:30 a.m. Okeechobee Boulevard Branch Library, 5689 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-233-1880 Saturday Toddler Time. Ages 1-2. Stories, songs and finger plays. 10:30 a.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600 Bubblefest At CityPlace. 10-minute bubble shows at 6 , 7, and 8 p.m. Friday- Sunday. CityPlace, 700 S Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. Free. 561-366-1000 or cityplace.com
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Aug 4. Ages 5 and older. Stories about the end of summer vacation and starting school again, plus a craft. 10:30 a.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-894-7500 BACK TO SCHOOL CARNIVAL
Aug. 5. Free event with water slide, train rides, carnival games, juggler, stilt-walker, back-to-school scavenger hunt, prizes and more. Rain date is Aug. 5. 3 - 6 p.m. Delray Marketplace, 14851 Lyons Road, Delray Beach. delraymarket.com BACK TO SCHOOL CRAFT
Aug. 6. Ages 8-12. 5-6 p.m. West Kendall Regional Library, 10201 Hammocks Blvd., Miami. Free. 305 385 7135 or mdpls.org SALES TAX HOLIDAY
Aug. 7-16. Tax-free savings on basic school supplies, clothing and select electronic equipment. Begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7, and ends at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16. No sales tax or local option tax will be collected on purchases of clothing, footwear and certain accessories selling for $100 or less per item, certain school supplies selling for $15 or less per item, and personal computers and certain computerrelated accessories (for first $750 of the sales price), when purchased for noncommercial home or personal use. For more information, visit dor.myflorida.com/dor/ BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT AT ROGER DEAN STADIUM
Aug. 8. Fort Myers Miracle vs. Palm Beach Cardinals. First pitch scheduled for 5:35 p.m. The first 500 kids 15 and younger will receive a free backpack as they walk through the gates. Fill backpacks with school supplies at vendor booths along concourse. Back-to-school-related promotions all night long. 4:30-9 p.m. Roger Dean Stadium, 4751 Main St., Jupiter. 561-7751818 or 561-630-1828
NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S PALMETTO BAY OUTPATIENT CENTER BACK-TO-SCHOOL
Aug. 8. Music, entertainment and giveaways, including school supplies and bicycle helmets. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 17615 SW 97th Ave. (Franjo Road), Palmetto Bay. RSVP. nicklauschildrens.org/PalmettoBayEvent BROWARD’S BACK TO SCHOOL COMMUNITY EXTRAVAGANZA
Aug. 8 and Aug. 14-15. Events at 3 locations will supply over 5,000 Broward students with backpacks, school supplies, clothes and shoes. Includes resource fair where families can get haircuts, vaccines and resources. Aug. 8 in Lauderhill; and Aug. 14-15 in Coconut Creek and Pembroke Pines. Visit handsonbroward.org for locations and times. BOUNCING BACK TO SCHOOL
Aug. 10. Ages 4-6. Stories, songs and a craft. 3 p.m. Jupiter Branch Library, 705 Military Trail, Jupiter. RSVP. 561-744-2301 FREE BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATIONS
Aug. 10-25. Monday-Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Thursdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lauderhill Mall, 1267 NW 40th Ave., Lauderhill. Aug. 22 Immunization Health Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., includes prizes and giveaways. 954467-4705 or broward.floridahealth.gov NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S BROWARD OUTPATIENT CENTERS BACK-TO-SCHOOL BASH AT MIRAMAR SQUARE
Aug.15. Music, entertainment, health and safety demonstrations, behind-the-scenes center tours, free bicycle helmet fittings for children , free school supplies, games, prizes and more. Noon-2 p.m. Miramar Square, 12246 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. Free. RSVP. nicklauschildren.org/BrowardEvents 4TH ANNUAL BACK-TO-SCHOOL SPLASH
BACK TO SCHOOL COMMUNITY FUN DAY
Aug. 8. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Northwest Branch Library, 1580 NW 3rd Ave., Pompano Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6615
Aug. 15. Ages 3-12. Water slides, crafts, bubbles, music, giveaways, games and more. Weather permitting. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561-347-3900 or sugarsandpark.org
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Aug. 8. Rides, games, music and food. Representatives from Sunrise schools will be on hand to answer questions about the 2015-2016 academic year. Free drawstring backpacks with school supplies and grade books for the first 1,000 K-12 students with proof of Sunrise residency. 4-7 p.m. Sunrise Civic Center, 10610 West Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. Free. 954-747-4600 BACK TO SCHOOL BASH FASHION SHOW
Aug. 8. 1-5:45 p.m. African-American Research Library & Cultural Center, 2650
Aug. 15. Arts and crafts for ages 5-12. 11-11:30 a.m. North Central Branch Library, 9590 NW 27th Ave., Miami. Free. 305-6934541 or mdpls.org BACK 2 SCHOOL WEEKEND
Aug. 15-16. Trackless train rides, animal encounters, waterslides, bounce houses, crafts, games, music and free pony rides from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Narrated Tram Tour included with half-price admission. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. 954-473-2955 or flamingogardens.org
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Fitness in the Park. Free fitness class. 10 a.m. First Saturday and Sunday of the month. Delray Marketplace, 14851 Lyons Road, Delray Beach. 561-865-4613 Picture Book of the Month Storytime. “If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Don’t!” By Elise Parsley. Visit website for times and locations. barnesandnoble.com Home Depot Kids Workshop. Ages 5-12. Learn how to make a chalkboard door hanger. First come/first served. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. First Saturday of the month. All counties. Home Depot. Free. homedepot.com
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Fitness in the Park. Free fitness class. 10 a.m. First Saturday and Sunday of the month. Delray Marketplace, 14851 Lyons Road, Delray Beach. 561-865-4613 Jupiter Farmers Market. Fresh local produce and artisanal foods. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. Harbourside Place, 200 U.S. 1 Jupiter. Free admission. 561-935-9533 or harboursideplace.com
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out to Marlins Park as they take on the San Diego Padres. Proceeds from the dog tickets benefit the Humane Society of Broward County. 1:10 p.m. Marlins Park, 501 Marlins Way, Miami. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Humans, $15, Dogs, $10. miami.marlins.mlb.com Grace’s Apron Craft And Cookie Decoration. Girls ages 8 and up. Celebrate Grace, the 2015 American Girl of the Year. Decorate cookies, a bakery box, and a baker’s apron for girls and their doll. 9 a.m. American Girl Miami, 8888 SW 136 Street Suite #395A, Miami. $10 per person. RSVP required. 877-247-5223
tal, emotional and social benefits. 2-3 p.m. Edison Center Branch Library, 531 NW 62nd St., Miami. 305-757-0668 Kids Club. Crafts, stories and books. 4 -4:30 p.m. North Central Branch Library, 9590 NW 27th Ave., Miami. Free. 305-693-4541 Read the Book, See the Movie. Wonder Woman movie and book discussion. 5-6:30 p.m. Miami Beach Regional Library, 227 22nd St., Miami Beach. Free. 305535-4219
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Downtown Hollywood Dream Car Classic Car Show. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. First Sunday of every month. Free. Downtown on Hollywood Blvd. 954-825-1027
Sunday Jazz Brunch. Bring chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets or enjoy local jazz artists while browsing items from local merchants and food from area restaurants. Free. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. First Sunday of the month. Along the Riverwalk off Las Olas Boulevard. 954-828-5363. End Of Summer Funfest. Scavenger hunt, special prizes, appearances by Disney’s Frozen Anna and Elsa, balloon artists, giant kid’s games and more. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
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David Deal Playday 60th Anniversary Celebration. Cook-out, bake-off, wrapping of the maypole, cake walk, kids zone, all star shootout, teen Summer jam, and live music. Noon-7 p.m. Joseph C. Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-828-4511 or fortlauderdale.gov/playday Mother Goose Time. A language based program for children up to 36 months and their caregivers. 10-11 a.m. Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680 Summer Finale Extravaganza. Teen Talent Show, cake, and music. 2-4 p.m. Lauderdale Lakes Library/
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Aug. 16. Exhibitors, scavenger hunt,magic shows by James Changefield, music, dance, back-to-school snacks, hands-on crafts, face painting and balloon art. Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital will present the AntiBullying Campaign with a poster display and anti-bullying experts. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Westfield Broward mall, 8000 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. westfield.com/broward/ BACK TO SCHOOL CELEBRATION KIDS CLUB
Aug. 19. Ages 10 and younger. Fun, programming for children and free face painting. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mall of the Americas, International Playground, 7795 West Flagler St., Miami. Free. 305-261-8772 BACK TO SCHOOL CRAFTS
Aug. 21. Ages 5-10 make back-to-school crafts. 3:30 p.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. 561-790-6030 BACK TO SCHOOL CRAFTIVITY
Aug. 25. Grades K-6. 4:30-5:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 or mdpls.org BACK TO SCHOOL PARTY
Aug. 31. Ages 4-7. Back to school tips and games. 4 p.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561734-5556
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» fairs & festivals parties. The festival will culminate with the world premier of “Under Heaven and Earth,” a new choreography by company director Neri Torres inspired by the Mariel Boatlift. Miami-Dade County Auditorium, 2901 W. Flagler St., Miami. Tickets starting at $20. 786- 704-8609 or 305-796-1125. ife-ile.org
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Aug. 8. Featuring music of Mozart, Liszt, Strauss, Meditation from Thais, Latin themes of Nostalgia Mexicana, Offenbach’s Can-Can and more. 8 p.m. Parker Playhouse, 707 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale. Tickets starting at $20. 954-462-0222 CHILDREN’S FILM FESTIVAL
Through Aug. 22. Every Saturday of the month. Call for movie titles. No food or drink allowed in theater. 10 a.m. River of Grass ArtsPark , Susan B. Katz Theater, 17189 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. Free. 954-986-5027 SOUTH FLORIDA BIKE EXPO
Aug. 15-16. Come out and see the most popular bikes, helmets, lights, locks, bags, racks, computers, pedals, shoes, innovations, tires, pumps, apparel, hydration, saddles, wheels, tri-equipment and child seats. Meet industry experts and learn great tips for fun and successful riding. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. War Memorial Auditorium, 800 NE Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale. Free. Southfloridabikeexpo.com 17TH ANNUAL IFE-ILE AFROCUBAN DANCE FESTIVAL
Aug. 20-22. Dance workshops with live music, a panel discussion, performance by a variety of Salsa dance groups and after
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Aug. 23. Animal adoptions from many different shelters and rescue groups. Live music, entertainment, talent show using rescue animals, speakers, animal services and vendors, vets doing micro chipping, teeth cleaning, vaccinations, ear and nail trimming, and more. Raffle and silent auction as well. Well-behaved leashed or stroller-held companions welcome. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at War Memorial Auditorium, 800 NE Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale. Free. 954-971-4432 or animaladoptionfair.com OUR KIDS WORLD EXPO
Aug. 29-30. Family-friendly products and services, character and superhero encounters, music, live performances, prizes, and more. Visit the website for a free kid’s ticket. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach. Adults, $8; Children 12 and under, $5. 561-793-0333 or Adayforkids.com
Educational and Cultural Center, 3580 West Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderdale Lakes. Free. RSVP. 954-357-8643 Youth Chess Club. Ages 7-17. 1st Monday of each month. Beginners welcome. Boards and pieces are available. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., Weston. Free. RSVP. 954-357-5430
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Origami: Unfolding Fun. Learn the art of Japanese paper folding with cool origami crafts for all skill levels. Ages 8 and up. 3 p.m. Acreage Branch Library, 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee. RSVP. 561-681-4100 Kids Can Knit. Ages 8-12. Practice the basics of knitting by learning to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Supplies provided. 3 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Toddler Time. Ages 1-2. Sing, read books and have playtime. 10:30 a.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Coloring Club. Ages 5 and up. 3 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Art Club. Ages 6 and up. Explore different mediums. Dress to get messy. 3 p.m. Wellington Branch Library, 1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington. RSVP. 561-790-6070 Bouncing Babies. Ages 3-12 months. Stories, songs and finger plays. 10:30 a.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600 Stitch ‘n’ Time Club. Ages 8-17. Chat, knit and create fun projects. 2:30 p.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556 I Can Say Hi in Chinese. Ages 6 and up. 4 p.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556
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» exhibits for families MINI MUSE: MOOD INDIGO
Aug. 1. Tour the exhibition, “From Within and Without: The History of Haitian Photography.” Learn about the history of Haiti through photographs and create your own cyanotype inspired by the cool colors of the installation “Indigo Room.” For ages 5-10. 3-4:30 p.m. NSU Art Museum, One East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Members, $5; non-members, $10. RSVP. 954-262-0204 or nsuartmuseum.org FLORIDA CITRUS TRAIN EXHIBIT
Aug. 15. See how different trains operate and run. 12-4 p.m. Young At Art Youth Services Story Corner, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie. Free. 954-357-8585 or youngatartmuseum.org ROMERO BRITTO EXHIBIT
Through Aug. 29. See Britto’s signature pop style. Coral Springs Museum, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. $6. 954-3405000 or coralspringsmuseum.org SHARKABET! A SEA OF SHARKS FROM A TO Z
Through Sept. 1. Sharkabet! presents an alphabet of living and extinct sharks in a series of colorful, whimsical, yet scientifically accurate drawings by Ray Troll. Made possible by the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. 305553-1134 or mdpls.org MIAMI CHILDREN’S MUSEUM PIRATE ISLAND “THE RETURN OF THE PIRATES”
Through Sept. 6. Interactive games, stories, theater shows and even some live pirates! Maps lead to pirate treasure. $18; $14 Florida residents. Daily. 980 Macarthur Causeway, Miami. 305-373-KIDS(5437) SESAME STREET PRESENTS THE BODY
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Through Sept. 13. Work by 20 photographers, as well as studio archives, family snapshots and photojournalists’ works. The exhibition includes photographs made before and after the 2010 earthquake, providing the first comprehensive history of Haitian photography. NSU Art Museum, One East Las Olas Blvd. Fort Lauderdale. $12; ages 13-17, $5. 954525-5500 JAPAN’S ROBOT KINGDOM
Through Sept. 13. Vintage toys, figurines and other robot forms. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. $15; ages 6-17, $9. 561-4950233 or morikami.org EWW! WHAT’S EATING YOU
Through Sept. 27. Parade of parasites, including preserved and live specimens. Interactive exhibit exploring the history of human/parasite interaction from ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt to today. South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach. Adults, $15; ages 3-12, $11. 561-370-7710 or sfsciencecenter.org SUGAR SAND PARK ART IN PUBLIC PLACES
lines, mythical stories and history books. Main Library, 101 West Flagler St., Miami. mdpls.org ONGOING THE MARY ALICE FORTIN CHILDREN’S ART GALLERY
Through Summer 2016: “Illustrating Words: The Wondrous Fantasy World of Robert L. Forbes, poet and Ronald Searle, artist.” 10 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Monday-Friday . Free. The Society of the Four Arts, 2 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach. 561-655-2776. SCIENCE ON A SPHERE
Room sized, global display system that uses computers and video projectors to display planetary data onto a 6-foot-diameter sphere, analogous to a giant animated globe. South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach. 561-370-7710 or sfsciencecenter.org SKETCH AQUARIUM
Interactive virtual aquarium where children’s physical artwork becomes an animated and digitized part of the rich undersea environment. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. 305-373-5437 ext. 100 or ext. 145 AMAZON VOYAGE: VICIOUS FISHES AND OTHER RICHES
Through Sept. 28. 9th Annual Juried Art Exhibition: “Dog Days of Summer.” Sugar Sand Park Community Center, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. Free. 561-347-3900 or SugarSandPark.org
Hands-on activities, multimedia presentations, storytelling, live fish, original artifacts, dance, music and demonstrations. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science, 3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami. 305-646-4200 or MiamiSci.org
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Through Nov. 8. A series of drawings on cotton paper using different mediums. The series is based on random stories Aurora Molina has gathered from trips and those posted on social media, rumors, news, newspaper head-
Sixteen exhibits featuring math, science, engineering, and beauty of circles. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Children’s Science Explorium, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561-347-3912
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and fire departments. Coast guard, honor guard, border patrol, BSO and more. Bounce houses and surprises. 6:308:30 p.m. Shirley Branca Park, 6900 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. 954 -270-2770 Regal $1 Summer Movie Express. “The Lego Movie.” Regal and UA Theaters. 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Visit website for locations. regmovies.com Story Time Fun. Ages 3-5. Stories and crafts. 11-11:30 a.m. Carver Ranches Branch Library, 4735 SW 18th St., West Park. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6245 Toddler Tales. Ages 12-35 months. 10:30-11 a.m. Northwest Branch Library, 1580 NW 3 Ave., Pompano Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6594 Magic Show featuring Gary Midnight. 6:307:30 p.m. Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680
Movie.” Regal and UA Theaters. 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Visit website for locations. regmovies.com Recycled Art And Fashion Design. Ages 8-12. Use recycled materials to create wearable works of art. 2 -4 p.m. Arcola Lakes Branch Library, 8240 NW 7 Ave., Miami. Free. 305-694-2707 Tinkering With Tech. Ages 10-15 Introduction to computer programming. 4-5:30 p.m. Little River Branch Library, 160 NE 79 St., Miami. Free. 305-751-8689 Make A Robot. 4:30 -5:30 p.m. Lemon City Branch Library, 430 NE 61 St., Miami. Free. 305-757-0662
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Build a mini model and take it home. Reserve your Mini Model session online. First Tuesday of the month. Sawgrass Mills Mall, 12801 W Sunrise Blvd, Space 1011, Sunrise. 954-514 5806 shop.LEGO.com/Minibuild-Registration.
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Aug 2. Featuring Hillsong United, Kari Jobe, Bethel Music, Crowder Music, Lauren Daigle, Trip Lee, DJ Promote and Nick Hall. 7 p.m. Bayfront Park Amphitheater, 301 Biscayne Blvd, Miami. Tickets starting at $26. outcrytour.com
Aug. 7-8. International racing series with three main elements – the pit party, racing and freestyle. Opportunities to get up-close shots of the monster trucks and meet the drivers. BB&T Center, 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise. Adults, $20; children, $10. 800-745-3000 or monsterjam.com, ticketmaster.com
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Aug. 3-7. $10. Performing Arts Theatre, 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton. 561394-2626 or ShowtimeBoca.com DISNEY’S ARISTOCATS KIDS
Aug. 4,11. A summer theater camp production performed by 6- to 9-year-old campers. 6 p.m. Parker Playhouse, 707 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale. $5. 954-462-0222 or parkerplayhouse.com DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR
Aug. 5, 12. A summer theater camp production performed by 10- to 13-year-old campers. 6 and 8 p.m. Parker Playhouse, 707 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale. $5. 954-4620222 or parkerplayhouse.com PETER PAN
Aug. 6-30. Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale “Peter Pan.” Featuring the songs “I’m Flying,” “I’ve Gotta Crow,” “I Won’t Grow Up,” and “Never, Never Land.” The Wick Theater, 7901 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. $55. 561-995-2333 or thewick.org
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Through Aug. 8. After a frog saves Princess Miranda’s golden ball from a lake, she doesn’t keep her promise to take him back to the castle, so the frog takes matters into his own hands. The Wick Theater, 7901 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. $12-$15. 561-9952333 or thewick.org
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Aug. 11. A Summer Theater Camp production. 6 p.m. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St., Aventura. $5. 877-311-7469 or aventuracenter.org DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR
Aug. 12. A Summer Theater Camp production performed by 10- to 13-year-old campers. 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St., Aventura. $5. 877-3117469 or aventuracenter.org VAREKAI: CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
Through Aug. 9. A modern and musical twist on the tales of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Rapunzel. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 5 p.m. Sunday. For prices and location, visit areastagecompany.com
Aug. 12-23. Icarus, a solitary young man, falls from the sky and lands in a lush, wondrous world called Varekai. BB&T Center, 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise. $40100. 800745-3000 or ticketmaster. com
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Through Aug. 16. A gravity-defying and circus-infused retelling of Alice in Wonderland. The Ziff Ballet Opera House stage will be transformed into a 450-seat theater space. The Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami. $55 and up. 305-949-6722
Movie.” Regal and UA Theaters. 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Visit website for locations. regmovies.com Game Time. Ages 6-12. 1:30 p.m. Acreage Branch Library, 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee. RSVP. 561681-4100 Can You Survive a Disaster. Ages 7 and up. Book club. This month’s book is “I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912.” 2:30 p.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. RSVP. 561-626-6133 Snakes Alive. Ages 5-9. Pet a live snake! Learn all about scaly, slithering snakes with the Daggerwing Nature Center. 3 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 LEGO Club. Ages 5 and up. 3 p.m. Lantana Road Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500
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Aug 16. Concert features Beauty and The Beast, Star Wars and Mozart. Show teaches kids about the four families of the orchestra. All performances included a free carousel token with each child’s ticket, and cookies & juice for the kids after each performance. Presented by The Symphonia of Boca Raton. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Adults, $7; children 12 and under, $5. Willow Theatre at Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561-347-3948 or WillowTheatre.org THUMBELINA
Aug. 27-Sep. 6. Based on the story by Hans Christian Andersen. Sol Theatre, 3333 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. Adults, $12; students, $8. 561-447-8829 or solchildren.org
Bob Movie: Sponge Out of Water.” Regal and UA Theaters. 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. regmovies.com Playtime With Mommy. Newborn to 9 months. 10:15 -11:30 a.m. Kendale Lakes Branch Library, 15205 SW 88 St., Miami. Free. 305-388-0326 Superhero Movie Day. 2:30 -4 p.m. Main Library, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. Free. 305-375-2665 Movies At The Library. 3:30-5 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. 305-553-1134 Hora De Cuentos. Storytime in Spanish. 3:30 -4:30 p.m. West Kendall Regional Library, 10201 Hammocks Blvd., Miami. Free. 305-385-7135 Kids Club. Ages 10 and under. Beach Day fun and free face painting. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays. Mall of the Americas, International Playground, 7795 West Flagler St., Miami. Free. 305-261-8772
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Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse. “The Nut Job.” At the Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, and Davie Cinemark theaters. $1. Visit Cinemark.com for more information. Regal $1 Summer Movie Express. “The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water.” Regal and UA Theaters. 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. regmovies.com Start School Right with Library Power. Ages 5-8. Learn to find books in your Lexile, letter level or with Reading Counts. Interactive library mystery games. 1:30 p.m. Acreage Branch Library, 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee. RSVP. 561-681-4100 Kindergarten, Here I Come. Ages 4-6. Songs, stories and a craft that will help out on the first day of school. 11 a.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-894-7500
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lovers. 10:30 a.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Move It. Ages 4 and up. Fun games and activities. 2:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Kids Wii U Gaming & More. Ages 7-11. 10:30 a.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030 Minecraft Mania. Ages 7 and up. 2:30 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600
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Cartoon Cuts/Pencils of Promise Race For The Case Scavenger Hunt. Pencil cases filled with pencils, combs, free haircut cards and other freebies will be hidden in various Cartoon Cuts salons. Clues will be given out via social media, and Cartoon Cuts will donate $1 for specific social media posts. facebook.com/CartoonCuts Bark And Read. Ages 5-12. Read to licensed therapy dogs. 3:30-4:30 p.m. West Kendall Regional Library, 10201 Hammocks Blvd., Miami. Free. 305-385-7135 Tinkering With Tech. Ages 10-15 Introduction to computer programming. 4 -5:30 p.m. Little River Branch Library, 160 NE 79 St., Miami. Free. 305-751-8689 Coding For Video Gaming. Ages 10 and up. 4:15 -5:45 p.m. Sunset Branch Library, 10855 SW 72 St. #1314, Miami. Free. 305-270-6368 Every Hero Has A Movie. Screening of “Wreck-It Ralph.” 5 -7 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183 St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 Reading Ready Toddler Storytime. 10:15 -10:45 a.m. Palmetto Bay Branch Library, 17641 Old Cutler Road, Palmetto Bay. Free. 305-232-1771
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with pencils, combs, free haircut cards and other freebies will be hidden in various Cartoon Cuts salons. Clues will be given out via social media, and Cartoon Cuts will donate $1 for specific social media posts. facebook.com/CartoonCuts Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse. “The Nut Job.” At the Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, and Davie Cinemark theaters. $1. Visit Cinemark.com for more information. Muvico Summer Kids Series. “Toothfairy.” 10 a.m. $4. Muvico Parisian 20 & IMAX, 545 Hibiscus St, West Palm Beach. 863-471-0956 or carmike.com Basic First-Aid Training for Kids. Ages 8-12. A certificate of completion will be awarded at the end of the program. 3 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Toddler Dot Art. Ages 1 and up. Make art with dots. 10:30 p.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. RSVP. 561-626-6133 Game On. Grades K-6. 10:30 a.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561470-1600 Geography Club. Ages 7-9. Arizona, the Grand Canyon State. 3 p.m. Main Library, 3650 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-233-2600 Look at What You Missed in Story Time. Ages 2 and up. Drop in and make any or all of the crafts from past Story Time session. All materials provided. 10:30 a.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030
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Reading Ready Baby Storytime. Stories, songs and finger plays. Socks required for caregivers. 11 -11:20 a.m. Coral Gables Branch Library, 3443 Segovia St., Coral Gables. Free. 305-442-8706 Engineer For An Hour. Ages 8-12. See what it takes to engineer cities or travel. 2 -3 p.m. Little River Branch Library, 160 NE 79 St., Miami. Free. 305-751-8689 Free Fridays Tours at the Wolf. Learn more about The Wolfsonian collection and related art and design themes during a 45-minute free guided tour of the permanent collection or temporary exhibitions. 6-6:45p.m.The Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach. 305-531-1001 or wolfsonian.org
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Block Party: LEGO Bricks. Ages 6-10. 3 p.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556 Friday Morning Crafts. Ages 3-9. Stop by the story time room for a casual craft time featuring a variety of simple crafts. 10:30 a.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600 Create Your Own Comic Book. Ages 7-11. All supplies provided. 10:30 a.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030 Chess Club for Kids. Ages 8-12. Players of all levels are welcome. 3:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500
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South Florida Parenting Kids Fun Event. Interactive storytelling, free snow cones, free popcorn, treasure hunt, Polynesian party show, Polynesian sand art, water slide, mechanical swings, and hula hoop contest. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dade County Federal Credit Union, 1500 NW 107th Ave., Miami. Free. 305-471-5080 or dcfcu.org/kids Mind Lab. Grades 1-5. Mind and strategy gaming for critical thinking. 11 -12 p.m. Shenandoah Branch Library, 2111 SW 19th St., Miami. Free. 305-250-4688 Just Add Rhythm. Free drumming for physical, mental, emotional and social benefits. 11 -12 p.m. Allapattah Branch Library, 1799 NW 35th St., Miami. 305-638-6086 Paws To Read. Ages 5-12. Read with licensed therapy dogs. 12-1:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 Chess Club. Ages 6 and up. 2-4 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 Saturday Matinee At The Library. 3 -5 p.m. Miami Lakes Branch Library, 6699 Windmill Gate Road, Miami Lakes. Free. 305-822-6520 Aventura Mall Farmers Market. Baked goods, prepared food, honey, jams and jellies, olive oils, plants and more. 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Saturday; noon-8 p.m. Sunday.
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Ice Cream Chemistry And Molecular Gastronomy In Action. Learn the difference between astronaut ice cream and ice cream in a bag and make your own ice cream. Also, liquid nitrogen ice cream demonstration with a molecular gastronomist. Noon-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. $14; Ages 2-12, $12. 954463-IMAX (4629) or mods.org/imax Meet Elmo At The Museum.“Elmo Learns About Stomach” followed by Elmo meet and greet. 10:15-11 a.m. Saturdays through Aug. 15. Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. $14; Ages 2-12, $12. 954-463-IMAX (4629) or mods.org/imax Wags and Tales. Ages 5-12. Read aloud to a therapy dog. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6733 Stevens Puppets. Marionette production for children of all ages. 11-11:45 a.m. Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., Weston. Free. RSVP. 954-357-5430 Hillsboro Lighthouse Tour. Lighthouse tour transportation is only by boat from the Alsdorf Park. Visitors must have flat shoes with rubber soles and closed toes. Children must be accompanied by an adult and must be a minimum of 48” tall to climb the tower. No pets are allowed. Members, free, Non-members, $25 per person. Tour boats will run hourly from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Leaving from the Sands Dock. Hillsboro Lighthouse, 2480 NE 23rd St., Pompano Beach 954-942-2102 or hillsborolighthouse.org Wags and Tales. Ages 5-12. Practice reading aloud to a pet therapy dog. 11-12 p.m. South Regional Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Free. RSVP. 954-201-8821
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Family Studio / Beautiful Oops! Saturdays. Ages 5–12. Celebrate the book, Beautiful Oops!, by Barney Saltzberg. Visit artworks in the Museum Collection and
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transform your own projects into works of art. 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Norton Museum of Art 1451 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach. $1. RSVP. 561-832-5196 ext. 1138 Bookercise: Move, Dance, Wiggle & Shake. Ages 2-6. Use scarves, egg shakers and other instruments all in the name of reading readiness. 10:30 a.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030 New Parent Class. Class for expectant parents that covers numerous topics, such as child’s development, immunizations, and breast vs. bottle feeding. 12:301:30 p.m. Pediatric Associates Wellington, Marketplace at Wycliffe, 4075 State Road 7, Suite H1, Wellington. Free. RSVP: 1-877-334-5437
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Collins Park Marketplace Farmers Market. Locally grown organic and conventional fruits, vegetables, honey, smoothies, prepared food items, and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, year-round. Collins Park Marketplace, 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-775-2166. Amelia Earhart Farm Market. Organic produce, organic, pasture-raised eggs and grass-fed beef. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays year-round. Amelia Earhart Farm Market, 401 E. 65th St., Hialeah. 305-685-8389 Aventura Mall Farmers Market. Baked goods, prepared food, honey, jams and jellies, olive oils, plants and more. 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Saturday; noon-8 p.m. Sunday. Aventura Mall Farmers Market, 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. 305-531-0038 or themarketcompany.org
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Family Sunset Nature Walk: Summertime Mammals. Bring low-light binoculars, flashlight, bottled water, and walking stick. Craft included. 7-8:30 p.m. Miramar Pineland, 3600 S. University Dr., Miramar. $3; gate entrance fee, $1.50. 954-357-8776.
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Sunday Family Movies. Disney’s Bolt, Rated G. $1 includes beverage & popcorn. 11 a.m. Sugar Sand Park Community Center, 300 S Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561347-3900 or SugarSandPark.org Lake Worth High School Flea Market. Produce and flea market. 5 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday yearround. 1701 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth. 561-439-1539 Acreage Green Market. Eggs, chicken, pork, produce, animal feed, soaps and crafts. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. Acreage Community Park, 6701 140th Ave., N., Loxahatchee. 561-723-3898 or acreagegreenmarket.com
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Summer Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. 11-11:30 a.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. 305-553-1134
Girl Scout Flower Garden. Craft and a story. Open to both boys and girls. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Palmetto Bay Branch Library, 17641 Old Cutler Road, Palmetto Bay. Free. 305-232-1771 Just Add Rhythm. Free drumming for physical, mental, emotional and social benefits. 3:30 -4:30 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. 305-553-1134
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The Broward Center Song And Dance Workshop. Ages 8 to 18. Students refine their singing and dancing skills in five-day intensive summer workshop. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 10 - 15. Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale. $250 including parking. 954-414-6904, registrar@browardcenter.org or BrowardCenter.org/education Kids Summer FunDays. Ages 5 to 12. Games, activities and art projects. Lunch provided for kids. 10 a.m.noon, Mondays. Festival Flea Market Mall, 2900 W. Sample Road, Pompano Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-979-4555, ext 135 or LisaZ@festival.com Munchkin Mondays. Grades K-2. 4-5 p.m. Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., Weston. Free. RSVP. 954-357-5430 Mother Goose Time. Ages 0-36 months. Language based program for children and their caregivers. 10-11 a.m. Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680 Wags and Tales. Ages 5-12. Read aloud to a pet therapy dog. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Riverland Branch Library, 2710 W. Davie Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7455
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Tinkering With Tech. Ages 10-15 Introduction to computer programming. 4 -5:30 p.m. Little River Branch Library, 160 NE 79 St., Miami. Free. 305-751-8689 Coding For Video Gaming. Ages 10 and up. Write code for video gaming. 4 -5:30 p.m. Tamiami Branch Library, 13250 SW 8th St., Miami. Free. 305-223-4758 Skygazing. Discover the sky’s natural wonders. Weather permitting. 5 -6 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183 St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424
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Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556 Kids Can Knit. Ages 8-12. Practice the basics of knitting by learning to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Supplies provided. 3 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Toddler Time. Ages 1-2. Sing, read books and have playtime. 10:30 a.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Stitch ‘n’ Time Club. Ages 8-17. Chat, knit and create fun projects. 2:30 p.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556 Bouncing Back To School. Ages 4-6. Stories, songs and a craft. 3 p.m. Jupiter Branch Library, 705 Military Trail, Jupiter. RSVP. 561-744-2301
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Twosday Fun. Two year olds and their parent or caregivers are invited to a fun time of play and art. A simple craft and blocks and toys for floor play will be provided. 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600 Stranger Danger. Grades K-5. Learn about safety rules and tips for a safe school year. 2 p.m. Main Library, 3650 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-233-2600 Munchkins. Ages 8 and up. Role-playing card game. 3 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Bubble Painting. Ages 5 and up. Dress to get messy. 11 a.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. RSVP. 561-626-6133 The “Under Construction” LEGO Crew. Ages 7-12. Build by yourself or as a team. 2:30 p.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030
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Day and free face painting. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays. Mall of the Americas, International Playground, 7795 West Flagler St., Miami. Free. 305-261-8772 Playtime With Mommy. Newborn to 9 months. Structured activities to stimulate senses and teach babies.
10:15 -11:30 a.m. Kendale Lakes Branch Library, 15205 SW 88 St., Miami. Free. 305-388-0326 Sculpt Your Own Superhero. Create your own superhero action figure out of raw materials. Sunset Branch Library, 10855 SW 72 St., Miami. Free. 305-270-6368 Engineer For An Hour. Ages 8-12 Learn what it takes to engineer cities or travel. 1:30 -2:30 p.m. Sunny Isles Beach Branch Library, 18070 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach. Free. 305-682-0726 Movies At The Library. 3:30 -5 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. 305-5531134 Read To Flora. Ages 5-12. Read to a licensed therapy dog. 3:30 -4:30 p.m. Kendall Branch Library, 9101 SW 97 Ave., Miami. Free. 305-279-0520 Movies At The Library. 5 -7 p.m. Palm Springs North Branch Library, 17601 NW 78 Ave., Suite 111, and Hialeah. Free. 305-820-8564 Bedtime Storytime. Wear pajamas. 5:30 -6:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424
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Free Back To School Immunizations. Children can receive all vaccinations required for school admission. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Lauderhill Mall, 1267 NW 40th Ave., Lauderhill. 954-467-4705 or broward.floridahealth.gov Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse. “Rio 2.” At the Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, and Davie Cinemark theaters. $1. Visit Cinemark.com for more information. Storytime Adventures. Ages 3-5. Stories, songs and craft 10:30-11 a.m. Young At Art Youth Services Story Corner, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie. Free. RSVP. 954-357-8585 Wednesday Night Cheap Skate. $6 skating Wednesdays. Skates included. 6-8:30 p.m. Galaxy Skateway, 7500 Southgate Blvd., 954-721-0580 or 3737 N. Davie Road Extension, 954-435-3300
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Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse. “Rio 2.” At the Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, and Davie Cinemark theaters. $1. Visit Cinemark.com for more information. For Real Fairy Tales. Ages 3-6. Costumes and props with interactive stories. 2:30 p.m. Acreage Branch Library, 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee. RSVP. 561-681-4100 Musical Toddlers & Tykes. Ages 0-4. Story time songs with instruments. 3:30 p.m. Acreage Branch Library, 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee. RSVP. 561-681-4100 LEGO Time. Ages 5-10. 2:30 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-4701600 Craftapalooza. Ages 2-8. Create multiple crafts. 2 p.m. Wellington Branch Library, 1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington. RSVP. 561-790-6070 Back to School Bingo. Ages 6-12. Bingo with prizes. 2:30 p.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030 Yummy. Ages 3-5. Read stories about delicious treats and make a papercraft. 11 a.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Look Out Kindergarten: Here I Come. Ages 4-6. Stories, music, a film and a craft to help get ready for the first day at school. 11 a.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Perler Beads Character Fun. Age 8 and up. Create a plastic design with classic video game characters and superheroes templates or design your own hero. 2 p.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. RSVP. 561-626-6133 Ice Cream Sandwich Day. Ages 5-10. Stories, games, a craft and ice cream sandwiches. 3 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Police. Ages 4 and up. Stories, a short movie, and a craft. 11 a.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-894-7500
IMACS Free Math and Logic Class Delray Beach. Ages 6-11. See how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4:15 p.m. IMACS Delray, 6200
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At the Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, and Davie Cinemark theaters. $1. Visit Cinemark.com for more information. Yoga for Babies. Ages 3-11 months. 10:30-11 a.m. Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., Weston. Free. RSVP. 954-357-5430 From the Ground Up Smoothie Workshop. Learn how to make nutritious smoothies. 4-5 p.m. North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch Library, 6901 Kimberly Blvd., North Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6660 Yoga for Preschool. Ages 3-5. 12:30-1 p.m. Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., Weston. Free. RSVP. 954-357-5430 Free Back To School Immunizations. Children can receive all vaccinations required for school admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lauderhill Mall, 1267 NW 40th Ave., Lauderhill. 954-467-4705 or broward.floridahealth.gov
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Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse. “Rio 2.” At the Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, and Davie Cinemark theaters. $1. Visit Cinemark.com for more information. Muvico Summer Kids Series. “Spongebob: Sponge Out of Water.” 10 a.m. $4. Muvico Parisian 20 & IMAX, 545 Hibiscus St., West Palm Beach. 863-471-0956 or carmike.com ART-cycle. Ages 5-10. Arts and crafts using recycled materials. Arts and crafts materials provided. 2 p.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. RSVP. 561-626-6133 Coding for Kids. Ages 8-12. Learn HTML5. 3 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Preschool Fun. Ages 3-5. Finger painting, kinetic sand and building blocks in a small group setting. 10:15 a.m. or 11: 15 a.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600 Life-Sized Candy Land. Ages 3 and up. 2 p.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-894-7500 Magnetize Superhero. Ages 6 and up. Turn your favorite superhero or villain into a marbleized magnet. 4:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500
IMACS Free Math and Logic Class Boca Raton. Ages 6-11. See how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4:45 p.m. IMACS Boca Raton, 23172 Sandalfoot Plaza Drive Boca Raton. RSVP. 561470-1178 or imacs.org.
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Reading Ready Toddler Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. 10 -10:30 a.m. South Miami Branch Library, 6000 Sunset Drive, South Miami. Free. 305-667-6121 Reading Ready Baby Storytime. Stories, songs and finger plays. Socks required for caregivers. 11 -11:20 a.m. Coral Gables Branch Library, 3443 Segovia St., Coral Gables. Free. 305-442-8706 DIY Craft Program. Materials provided. 2 -3 p.m. Little River Branch Library, 160 NE 79th St., Miami. Free. 305-751-8689
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Dive in Movies.”Remember the Titans.” 7 p.m. photo op with mermaids. Movie starts at 8 p.m. 7-10 p.m. Houston/Sworn Aquatic Center, 901 NW 10th St., Pompano Beach. 954-786-4116
Artspark Funtastic Fridays And Movie Night. Beethoven’s 2nd, rated PG. Bounce house, face painters, and more. Lawn seating. 5 p.m. Movie at 8 p.m. Fridays. ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood. Free. 954-921-3500
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respond to new ideas. 4:30 p.m. IMACS Weston, 2585 Glades Circle, Weston. RSVP. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org. Free Back To School Immunizations. Children can receive all vaccinations required for school admission. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Lauderhill Mall, 1267 NW 40th Ave., Lauderhill. 954-467-4705 or broward.floridahealth.gov
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children with autism spectrum disorders, sensory integration issues, and other developmental disabilities. 11-11:30 a.m. Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., Weston. Free. RSVP. 954-357-5430 New Parent Class. Class for expectant parents that covers numerous topics, such as child’s development, immunizations, and breast vs. bottle feeding. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Pediatric Associates Chapel Trail, 18425 W. Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Free. RSVP: 1-877-334-5437 South Florida Bike Expo. Showcase of thousands of the most popular bikes, helmets, lights, locks, bags, racks, computers, pedals, shoes, innovations, tires, pumps, apparel, hydration, saddles, wheels, tri-equipment, and child seats. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. War Memorial Auditorium, 800 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale. Free admission; parking $6. southfloridabikeexpo.com Clear The Shelters. Discounted adoption fees. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. NBC6.com/cleartheshelters
Screen On The Green. “Remember The Titans.” Theater under the stars.8-10 p.m. Second Friday of every month. Waterfront Commons, 101 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach. Free. wpb.org/screen-on-the-green Sushi And Stroll Summer Walk Series. Families can walk through the gardens, watch the sunset and listen to taiko drums. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. $7; Ages 4-10, $5. Taiko tickets are an additional $2. 561-495-0233 or Morikami.org Crafts for Kids. Ages 3-7. Make a new craft and maybe a new friend at this relaxed family crafting event. 2:30 p.m. Acreage Branch Library, 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee. RSVP. 561-681-4100 Toddler Art. Stories, songs and art centers. Ages 1-2. 10:30 a.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556 Make & Take Crafts. Try your hand at a variety of projects for crafty kids to create and enjoy. Ages 3-8. 2:30 p.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556 Chess Club for Kids. Ages 8-12. Chess Club meets weekly until school starts. Players of all levels are welcome. 3:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Screen On The Green. “Remember The Titans.” Movie under the stars. 8 p.m. Second Friday of every month. Waterfront Commons, 101 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach. Free. wpb.org/screen-on-the-green
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Paws To Read. Ages 5-12. Read with licensed therapy dogs. 10:30 -11:30 a.m. Kendale Lakes Branch Library, 15205 SW 88th St., Miami. Free. 305-388-0326
Reading Ready Toddler Storytime In Russian. Stories, songs and activities in Russian. 11-11:20 a.m. North Shore Branch Library, 7501 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Free. 305-864-5392 Bricks For Kidz. Ages 8-12. Lego challenges designed to educate children as they play. 11-12 p.m. Miami Springs Branch Library, 401 Westward Drive, Miami Springs. Free. 305-805-3811 Mind Lab. Grades 1-5. Mind and strategy gaming for critical thinking. 11-12 p.m. Shenandoah Branch Library, 2111 SW 19th St., Miami. Free. 305-250-4688 Paws To Read. Ages 5-12. Read with licensed therapy dogs. 12-1:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 Chess Club. ages 6 and up. 2-4 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 South Florida Parenting Kids Fun Event. “Going Green Works!” Learn how to recycle right. Animal show, going green trivia games with prizes, planning activity, recycling games, and face painting. 1-3 p.m. Southland
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Buckler Craft Fair. Shop for unique items for the home, including accessories, ceramics, jewelry and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. South Florida Fair Expo, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm. Bucklercraftfair.com. Adults, $7; 12 and younger, free. LEGO Builders Club. Ages 5-12. Meet fellow Master Builders and work together, or alone, on creative projects. 2:30 p.m. Acreage Branch Library, 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee. RSVP. 561-681-4100 Get Ready for Kindergarten. Stories, games and make a craft for new kindergartners. 10:30 a.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600
Showtime Performing Arts Theatre Open House and Auditions. Acting, dance, voice, audition prep and more. No appointment necessary. Register for fall classes at the open house and registration fee will be waived. Refreshments will be served. 1-5 p.m. 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Royal Palm Place, Boca Raton. 561-3942626 or showtimeboca.com Train Tales. Ages 2-6. Train stories, songs and a craft. 11 a.m. Wellington Branch Library, 1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington. RSVP. 561-790-6070 Story Time for Children with Special Needs. Stories, songs, crafts and movement activities specially designed for children with developmental disabilities. 11 a.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554
Sweet Treat Festival, Candy Land Experience. Character meet and greets, activities, free tastings, ice cream social, shopping, face painters, balloon artists, prizes, DJ and more. Noon-4 p.m. PGA National Resort & Spa, 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens. Adult, $20; child, $10. 800-863-2819 or pgaresort.com
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South Florida Parenting Back To School Splash Presented By Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Free fun for the whole family with information and activities provided by exhibitors, a scavenger hunt with prizes, magic shows by James Changefield, music and dance, back-to-school snacks, hands-on crafts, face painting and balloon art. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Westfield Broward, 8000 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. westfield. com/broward/ Be Kind to Animals. Critters Matter. Each week guests will be introduced to a featured animal. 11 a.m. Sundays. Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital 3000 Sportsplex Dr. Coral Springs. Donations appreciated. 954-752-9453 or sawgrassnaturecenter.org Josh’s Organic Garden. Farmers Market. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 101 N. Ocean Drive, Hollywood. 954-456-3276 South Florida Bike Expo. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. War Memorial Auditorium, 800 NE 8th St., Ft. Lauderdale. Free admission; parking $6. southfloridabikeexpo.com
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Story Time for Children with Special Needs. Stories, songs, crafts and movement activities specially designed for children with developmental disabilities. 2 p.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. RSVP. 561-626-6133 Sunday on the Waterfront. Symphony Crack Orchestra featuring the Mad Violinist Ashanti Floyd 4:30-7 p.m. Third Sunday of every month. Meyer Amphitheatre, 105 Evernia St., West Palm Beach. Free. 561- 822-1515 or wpb.org/sunday-on-the-waterfront Kids Fitness in the Park. Free fitness class. 10 a.m. Third Sunday of the month. Delray Marketplace, 14851 Lyons Road, Delray Beach. 561-865-4613
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Pediatric Mobile Clinic. Ages 5-12. Mobile medical services for children. Call for an appointment. 10-4 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. 305-243-6407 Reading Ready Preschool Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. 11:15 -11:55 a.m. Culmer/Overtown Branch Library, 350 NW 13 St., Miami. 305-579-5322 Recycled Art And Fashion Design. Ages 8-12. Use recycled materials to create wearable works of art. Culmer/Overtown Branch Library, 350 NW 13th St., Miami. Free. 305-579-5322 Kids Club. Games, crafts, stories, and books. 4-4:30 p.m. North Central Branch Library, 9590 NW 27th Ave., Miami. Free. 305-693-4541
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Toddler Time. Ages 1-2. Sing, read books and have playtime. 10:30 a.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Cool Beans Storytime. Ages 2-6. 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Mondays. Cool Beans, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens. Free with admission. $10.95; 6 months-2 years $8.95; Siblings $6.95. 561-627-1782 Outdoor Marine Aquarium Feedings. Under 18 must be with an adult. Mangrove and Nearshore Reef Aquariums. 10:30 a.m. Gumbo Limbo, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton. Free. 561-544-8615 or gumbolimbo.org
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Bricks For Kidz. Ages 8-12. Lego challenges designed to educate children as they play. 2 -3 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 Just Add Rhythm. Free rhythm and music program offering interactive drumming for physical, mental, emo-
tional and social benefits. 2:30 -3:30 p.m. Main Library, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. Free. 305-375-2665 Tinkering With Tech. Ages 10-15 Introduction to computer programming. 4 -5:30 p.m. Little River Branch Library, 160 NE 79 St., Miami. Free. 305-751-8689
Toddler Tales. Ages 12-35 months. 10:30-11 a.m. Northwest Branch Library, 1580 NW 3 Ave., Pompano Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6599 Evening Storytime. Books, activities and crafts. 6:307:30 p.m. Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680 Story Time Fun. Ages 3-5. Stories and crafts. 11-11:30 a.m. Carver Ranches Branch Library, 4735 SW 18 Street, West Park. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6245
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perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4 p.m. IMACS Pembroke Pines, 750 NW 180th Terr. #101, Pembroke Pines. RSVP. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org. Free Back To School Immunizations. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Lauderhill Mall, 1267 NW 40th Ave., Lauderhill. 954467-4705 or broward.floridahealth.gov
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Anti-Bullying Strategies for Safer Schools & Communities. Ages 9-11. Explore and practice a range of anti-bullying strategies. 1 p.m. Main Library, 3650 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-233-2600 Superhero Perler Bead Creations. Ages 8-12. Create a superhero mask or logo out of perler beads. 3:30 p.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030 Summertime Splash. Interactive water fountain and a variety of free games at the amphitheater. Through Sept. 5. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Harbourside Place, 200 N Us Highway 1, Jupiter. 561-799-0050
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Totally Terrific Turtles. Ages 5-8. Learn about sea turtles with fun facts, activities and a craft. 4 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 STEM Power: Binary Code Necklaces. Ages 7-11. Learn coding and create a necklace that represents your first name or your initials in binary code. 3:30 p.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030
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Bark And Read. Ages 5-12. Read to licensed therapy dogs. 3:30 -4:30 p.m. West Kendall Regional Library, 10201 Hammocks Blvd., Miami. Free. 305-385-7135 Tinkering With Tech. Ages 10-15 Introduction to computer programming. 4 -5:30 p.m. Little River Branch Library, 160 NE 79 St., Miami. Free. 305-751-8689 Family Movies At The Library. Incredible Journey. 5 -7 p.m. West Kendall Regional Library, 10201 Hammocks Blvd., Miami. Free. 305-385-7135 Every Hero Has A Movie. Special screening of The Avengers. 5-7 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 In-B-Tweeners Book Club. Ages 9-12. Call or visit the branch for this month’s tween title. 6 -7 p.m. Palmetto Bay Branch Library, 17641 Old Cutler Road, Palmetto Bay. Free. 305-232-1771
IMACS Free Math and Logic Class Aventura. Ages 6-11. See how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4:30 p.m. IMACS Aventura, 20350 NE 26th Ave., Aventura. RSVP. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org.
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Muvico Summer Kids Series. “Paddington.” 10 a.m. $4. Muvico Parisian 20 & IMAX, 545 Hibiscus St, West Palm Beach. 863-471-0956 or carmike.com Super Food Power Up. Ages 5-11. Decorate cookies into superhero badges. 4:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. 561-304-4500 Baby Story Time Favorites. Ages 0-23 months. Story time rhymes, books, bubbles and songs. 10 a.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030 Scratch Art Picture Frames. Ages 8-12. Create a small multi-colored picture frame using scratch art paper and a stylus. 2 p.m. Wellington Branch Library, 1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington. RSVP. 561-790-6070 Afternoon Crafts. Ages 3-9. Variety of simple crafts. 3:30 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600
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Evening On The Avenue. Music, food trucks, art, specialty vendors. 6-10 p.m. First and third Friday of the month. Lake Worth Cultural Plaza, 414 Lake Ave., Lake Worth. Free. lakeworth.org Toddler Time at Go Van Gogh. Ages 5 and under. Stories, painting ceramics, snacks, and a token for the carousel or train. RSVP required. 10.a.m. and 3p.m. Fridays. Go Van Gogh Art Studio, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Suite 4102, Palm Beach Gardens. $15. 561-630-3450
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Paws To Read. Ages 5-12. Read with licensed therapy dogs. 12 -1:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183 St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 Sculpt Your Own Superhero. Local artist Gary Fonseca will show you how to create your own superhero action figure out of raw materials. 3-4 p.m. Doral Branch Library, 10785 NW 58th St., Doral. Free. 305-716-9598
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Wags and Tales. Ages 5-12. Read to a pet therapy dog. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6733 From the Ground Up. Ages 7-17. Gardening and STEAM activity. 11-12:30 p.m. North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch Library, 6901 Kimberly Blvd., North Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6660
IMACS Free Math and Logic Class Plantation. Ages 6-11. See how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 10 a.m. IMACS Plantation, 7435 NW 4th St., Plantation. RSVP. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org. Back to School Dive-In Movie. Clear water inflatables welcome. No outside food allowed. 8 p.m. Caporella Aquatic Center, 9300 NW 58th St., Tamarac. Adults, $4; 17 and under, $3.50 Immunization Health Fair. Prizes and giveaways. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lauderhill Mall, 1267 NW 40th Ave., Lauderhill. 954-467-4705 or broward.floridahealth.gov
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Miami Marlins Family Sunday. Every Sunday home game at Marlins Park during the 2015 season features promotional kids’ giveaway items, family ticket discounts, Diamond Dash for age 12 and younger, selfie player photo sessions and more. Marlins Park, 501 Marlins Way, Miami. 305-480-1300 or 877-MARLINS. Pinecrest Farmers Market. Sustainable farms produce and local artisan foods. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays yearround. Pinecrest Farmers Market, 11000 Red Road, Miami. 786-367-8274 Doral Farmers Market. Produce and artisanal crafts. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays. Doral Farmers Market, 9659 NW 41st St., Doral. 786-553-6929 or doralmarket.com
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children up to 36 months and their caregivers. 10-11 a.m. Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680 After School At Your Library. Ages 6-12. Tutoring, homework help, reading practice and enrichment, computer skills and character development for students. 2-5:30 p.m. Riverland Branch Library, 2710 W. Davie Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7455
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Sandoway House Nature Center Daily Shark Feedings. Learn facts about the oceans top predators while watching them eat. 10:30 a.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Ages 3 and up, $5. 142 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach. 561-274-7263 or sandowayhouse.org
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Evening Storytime. Books, activities and crafts. 6:307:30 p.m. Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680 Match Play Tuesday. GameTime arcade and family entertainment center will match your food bill with equal game credits. 4-7 p.m. GameTime, 5701 Sunset Drive, Suite 330, Miami. 305- 667-4263 or gametimeplayers.com Family Nights With Food Trucks. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Every Tuesday. Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Free. 954-357-5135
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Story ‘N More. Storytime and interactive performance, followed by a craft. 10:30 a.m. Schoolhouse Children’s Museum and Learning Center, 129 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach. Free with $5 museum admission. 561-742-6780 Open Exploration. Ages 4-11. Science experiments every hour on the half hour. 3-6 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Lab For Kids, 10101 W. Lantana Road, Suite G, Lake Worth. $5 per hour. 561-444-3978 Fountain Shows on the Plaza. Enjoy the ecofriendly “show” fountain on the plaza. Choreographed performance to music every half-hour daily. CityPlace, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. 561.366.1000
Read To Flora. Ages 5-12. Read to a licensed therapy dog. 3:30 -4:30 p.m. Kendall Branch Library, 9101 SW 97 Ave., Miami. Free. 305-279-0520 Movies At The Library. 5 -7 p.m. Palm Springs North Branch Library, 17601 NW 78th Ave., Suite 111, Hialeah. Free. 305-820-8564 Bedtime Storytime. Wear pajamas. 5:30 -6:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424
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Family & Child Workshop: For Parents and Guardians of Preschoolers. Parents participate together with your child in activities and receive tools designed to develop your child’s success. 11 a.m. Okeechobee Boulevard Branch Library, 5689 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-233-1880 Chess Club. Challenge other chess enthusiasts for a game or two and perfect your own skills. Ages 8-12. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556
IMACS Free Math and Logic Class Delray Beach. Ages 6-11. See how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4:15 p.m. IMACS Delray, 6200 Linton Blvd., Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-470-1178 or imacs.org.
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Every Hero Has A Movie. Special screening of Captain America. 5 -7 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183 St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 Bedtime Storytime. Wear pajamas. 6:30 -7:10 p.m. Kendale Lakes Branch Library, 15205 SW 88th St., Miami. Free. 305-388-0326
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Grapeland Water Park Late Night Summer Nights. Family Friday Dive-In Movie. 5:30-10 p.m. $5. Grapeland Water Park, 1550 NW 37th Ave, Miami. 305960-2950 or grapeland@miamigov.com Reading Ready Toddler Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. 10 -10:30 a.m. South Miami Branch Library, 6000 Sunset Drive, South Miami. Free. 305-667-6121 Reading Ready Toddler Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. 11 -11:30 a.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. 305-553-1134
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Baby Build-It. Ages 1-3. Develop motor skills using Mega Bloks and other materials, plus “jump through the bubbles” time. 10:30 a.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Boynton Beach Mall Storytime. Story reading, treats and themed arts and crafts. 3 p.m. Boynton Beach Mall, Children’s Play Area, 801 N. Congress Ave. Boynton Beach. Free. 561-736-7902 or boyntonbeachmall.com Pirates & Princesses Party. Ages 2-5. Come walk the plank, dig for buried treasure, and enjoy more fun activates at the Pirates Cove Playground, featuring a water play area. 10 a.m.-noon. Suggested $5 donation. Patch Reef Park, 2000 W. Yamato Road, Boca Raton.
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4th Annual WIC Breastfeeding Awareness Walk. 1.8-mile walk around the park, breastfeeding and health booths, kid’s activities and music and raffles. Checkin begins at 8 a.m. and the walk starts at 9 a.m. Registration and parking are free. Women’s Park, 10251 W. Flagler St., Miami. 786-336-1333. Playtime With Mommy. Newborn to 9 months. 10:15 -11:30 a.m. Kendale Lakes Branch Library, 15205 SW 88 St., Miami. Free. 305-388-0326 Tween Book Club. Ages 8-12. 10:30 -12 p.m. Miami Lakes Branch Library, 6699 Windmill Gate Road, Miami Lakes. Free. 305-822-6520 Paws To Read. Ages 5-12. Read with licensed therapy dogs. 12 -1:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183 St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424 Chess Club. Ages 6 and up. 2-4 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183 St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424
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LEGO Bricks and More. Ages 1-10. 10:30 a.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. RSVP. 561-626-6133 IMACS Free Math and Logic Class. Boca Raton. Ages 6-11. See how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 1 p.m. IMACS Boca Raton, 23172 Sandalfoot Plaza Drive Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1178 or imacs.org. Delray Beach Green Market. Pet friendly. 9 a.m.Noon, Saturday. 201 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. 561276-7511
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Car Show And Farmers Market. View classic and muscle cars and vote for your favorite. Food, produce, art, and crafts vendors, and entertainment. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Heritage Park, 19200 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach. Free admission and parking. 305.792.1706 or sibfl.net Books & Books Meet The Author. Jessica Asis, “The New Year’s Dilemma.” Jessica Asis is aka Ella Stern, an 8-year-old girl from Miami Beach. Half of the book sale proceeds will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Fund at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation. Noon. Books & Books 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour. 305-864-4241
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Sandoway House Nature Center Daily Shark Feedings. Learn facts about the oceans top predators, while watching them eat. 10:30 a.m., Tuesday-Saturday and 1:30 p.m., Sunday. Ages 3 and up, $5. 142 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach. 561-274-7263 or sandowayhouse.org
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Reading Ready Toddler Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. 10:30 -11 a.m. Culmer/Overtown Branch Library, 350 NW 13 St., Miami. Free. 305-579-5322 Reading Ready Preschool Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. 11 -11:40 a.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. 305-553-1134 Reading Ready Preschool Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. 3:30 -4:10 p.m. Virrick Park Branch Library, 3255 Plaza St., Miami. Free. 305-442-7872
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Mother Goose Time. A language based program for children up to 36 months and their caregivers. 10-11 a.m. Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680 Lego Club. Ages 5 and up. Become a master builder by building with a variety of LEGO pieces in the library. 5:456:45 p.m. Pompano Beach Branch Library, 1213 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7595
IMACS Free Math and Logic Class Pembroke Pines. Ages 6-11. See how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4 p.m. IMACS Pembroke Pines, 750 NW 180th Terr. #101, Pembroke Pines. RSVP. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org.
PALM BEACH
Fountain Shows on the Plaza. Choreographed performance to music every half-hour daily. CityPlace, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. 561.366.1000 Open Exploration. Ages 4-11. Science experiments every hour on the half hour. 3-6 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Lab For Kids, 10101 W. Lantana Road, Suite G, Lake Worth. $5 per hour. 561-444-3978
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Now that August is here, school is on the horizon. No matter what grade your child is about to enter, there’s the yearly back-to-school checklist of to-dos like shopping for school supplies, filling out permission forms and, of course, scheduling your child’s pediatric visit at Care Resource. The backto- school season is a convenient time for putting the exam on your family’s schedule and make sure that your school-age children, from preschoolers to college students receive their vaccines. During the month of August, new clients without Health Insurance can receive a free comprehensive check-up and their required vaccinations for school including, but not limited to vaccinations for polio, chicken-pox, Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR), DTap and Tdap (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis). New clients can also receive a NEW back-toschool backpack. To redeem this promotion, one MUST first make an appointment. To make an appointment, call 305-576-1234 EXT: 470 (English) and 471 (Spanish). As it is still summer-time, it is the season for kids to enjoy different indoor and outdoor activities. Unfortunately, here in South Florida, the heat can take its toll on the body. Heat-related illness happens when the body’s temperature control system is overloaded. Infants and children up to 4 years of age are at greatest risk. Even young and healthy people can get sick from the heat if they participate in strenuous physical activities during hot weather. According to Alicia Fernandez-Garcia, MD, Pediatrician with Care Resource, “For heat-related illness, the best defense is prevention. Dressing infants and children in loose, lightweight, lightcolored clothing is always a great idea, scheduling outdoor activities carefully, for morning and evening hours are always smart too. In addition, just a few serious sunburns can increase you and your child’s risk of skin cancer later in life. Their skin needs
protection from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays whenever they’re outdoors. Don’t forget to cover up. Clothing that covers your and your child’s skin helps protect against UV rays. Here at Care Resource, during your visit this summer, one can receive a special Care Resource branded SPF (sun protection factor) 30 sunscreen”.
CARE RESOURCE Your Community’s Source for Healthcare OUR MISSION:”Through education, prevention, research, care & treatment and support services, Care Resource improves upon the health and overall quality of life of our diverse South Florida communities in need.”
works and plays, Care Resource’s pediatric services are right for you. There are important advantages to pediatric care. At Care Resource, our locations are staffed with board certified pediatric staff. We strive to provide the highest standard of health care services for children in our region. We are dedicated to developing advances in pediatric / adolescent care, promoting the well-being of children and families, and serving as advocates for children’s health related issues. Services include well child care; pediatric hearing, vision and dental care; immunizations; routine health screenings and adolescent care. Terms & Conditions Apply:
• Thursday, August 6, 2015 (open until 7:30 pm)
Vouchers are ONLY valid for pediatric patients without private or government insurance. Pediatric clients include infants, children, and adolescents, and the age limit ranges from birth up to 18 years of age. Usage of this voucher is considered an acknowledgement by the patient that they are not insured. The promotion applies to appointments made between August 1, 2015 and August 31, 2015, however, appointment dates may be scheduled outside this window period. Offer has no cash value and becomes void if appointment is cancelled. Limited quantity and on a first come, first served basis. Promotion is subject to change or termination at any time, without notice.
• Thursday, August 13, 2015 (open until 7:30 pm)
About Care Resource:
• Saturday, August 15, 2015 (10 am - 2 pm)
Care Resource is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization and a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with locations in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Care Resource provides comprehensive primary medical and preventive care, including dental care, in-house pharmacy services and behavioral health/substance abuse services to all individuals in South Florida’s diverse communities. For more information, please visit www.careresource.org.
Care Resource’s Pediatrician is Board Certified in pediatrics since 1989 and has continued her re-certifications to present and has been a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics since 1989. Her urgent care practice was the first in her community to provide weekend and daily night hours for the children of East Pasco County. To further accommodate and serve South Florida’s children, the below dates have extended times of operation at the Care Resource office in Little Havana office located on the third floor of 1901 S.W. 1st Street.
It is important for children to be treated by pediatricians in an environment that is equipped to meet the needs of children. Your family’s pediatrician is an important partner in keeping your child happy and healthy, from birth through adolescence. With offices conveniently located throughout South Florida, where your family lives,
www.careresource.org CARE RESOURCE’S PEDIATRIC SERVICE OFFICES ARE AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: 3510 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33137 | T. 305.576.1234 1901 S.W. 1st Street |3rd Floor, Miami, FL 33135 | T. 305.203.5230
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