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New year, new adventures Welcome to 2015! Looking and the South Florida commuback, I can’t believe how fast nity has been key to our sucthe year went by. I’ve been cess, and we’ll be continuing leading South Florida Parentto develop that bond through ing for almost 12 months now, special events, issues and partand it’s been both more chalnerships in 2015. lenging and more rewarding South Florida Parenting is than I could have imagined. also adding some new features. My kids have grown so much New mom Joanie Cox-Henry JENNIFER JHON since last January, and they, is joining the magazine with too, have been more challenging and more Glamazon Mama (page 18), a monthly rewarding than I anticipated. My conficolumn with fashion and luxury lifestyle dence, my patience and my sanity have all tips for South Florida moms. We’ll also been tested, but I am happy to report that be adding a children’s books column in they are still intact. coming months and featuring short family There is much to look forward to in film reviews online at SouthFloridaParthe coming year. South Florida Parenting enting.com to help guide parents at the is celebrating its 25th anniversary this box office. year as well as its 300th issue, so we’ll be And of course, we’ll be continuing our honoring those milestones in the months Parent-To-Parent segment on NBC6’s Six ahead. Our relationship with our readers in the Mix show every Thursday morn-
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Crying on camera? NEW DAD DISHES ON SOUTH FLORIDA LIFE By Jennifer Jhon South Florida Parenting editor
e hear about the joys and challenges of newborns mostly from the new moms raising them, but one new South Florida dad is out to change that. La Guardia Cross, 33, became a first-time father in early November when his wife of seven years, Leah,
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e are seeing more children with an unhealthy weight these days. The statistics are disheartening, but need to be recognized to help combat the epidemic. According to the CDC, more than 12 million children and adolescents aged 2-19 are obese. The good news is that obesity in children ages 2-5 has significantly decreased during the past eight years. Obesity is defined as a BMI for age at the 95th percentile or above, and overweight is a BMI in the 85th-94th percentiles. Obesity poses many serious health threats, such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension and sleep apnea as well as low self-esteem and depression. It is important for parents to be aware of their child’s weight, consult the pediatrician to address any concerns, and make changes if necessary.
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What causes Obesity? Obesity can be caused by poor eating habits, lack of exercise or heredity. A child who is obese by age 12 has a 75 percent chance of being an obese adult. This is why it is critical for parents to ensure their children lead a healthy lifestyle beginning at birth.
Healthy Eating As parents, we are in control of what our children eat for many years. Parents provide the eating environment and determine when and what foods will be served. Children
will control if they will eat or not and how much they eat. By providing balanced and portion-controlled meals and not allowing food to be eaten anywhere other than at the table, you can help ensure your children are eating in a healthful manner and building healthy habits. Use a smaller plate to help reduce portions. Refrain from putting pots/ plates of food on the table and instead make a plate at the counter and take it over to the table to eat. This can help keep you from grabbing more
food just because it is in front of you and not because you are hungry. Children need to learn to regulate their intake by eating when they are hungry and stopping when they are satisfied. Encourage your children to eat their food slowly and to wait at least 10 minutes before getting more. It takes 20 minutes for your brain to register that your stomach is full. We should eat to the point of satisfaction, not to the point where we cannot possibly take another bite of food. The old saying of “clean your plate” should be thrown out. There is nothing wrong with having leftovers.
Build a Healthy Plate If you have not seen the new MyPlate recommendations, visit choosemyplate.gov with your children. This is a great way to promote healthy eating and teach your children about nutrition. Using the plate method, your meals should consist of the following:
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Be Active Children should be physically active at least 60 minutes every day. If your child is not participating in sports or exercising, find activities they would enjoy doing. Taking a walk as a family
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New rules put healthier snacks in schools By Dr. Paula Thaqi and Bob LaMendola Florida Department of Health in Broward County
Goodbye to sodas, potato chips, candy bars and sugary sports drinks sold in Florida schools. Nutrition standards put into effect on Nov. 1 removed a lot of the less-healthy food from vending machines, snack bars and stores in the schools. The new rules aim to cut calories, fat and sugar from the snacks available to children because of increasing rates of childhood obesity. Food items on campus are now healthier. “This is a big change, and it’s not easy,” said Darlene Moppert, a registered dietician and nutrition education manager for Broward County Public Schools. “The District is doing all we can to make foods available during the school day that are healthier for our students.” School cafeterias already changed their meals to meet upgraded nutrition standards, which were passed by Congress. Now, com-
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petitive food items sold in vending machines and other venues must comply, too. The items must meet at least one of four nutritional standards:
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In addition, snacks must contain no more than 200 calories per serving, no more than 35 percent of calories from fats, and no more than
35 percent of net weight from sugar. Elementary and middle schools can sell only water, low-fat milk or 100 percent fruit or vegetable juice. High schools may also sell lowercalorie sports drinks. “This is definitely a change in a positive direction, and we hope that standards will continue to move in the direction of good health for all youth,” said Ellen Feiler, director of health promotion and social marketing at the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. She leads the Nutrition and Fitness Task Force of Broward County. Some school principals and food sellers have expressed
concerns that the new standards may decrease vending machine sales, which supplement school budgets to support other student activities. Moppert said sales are expected to rebound as students embrace healthier snacks. Nutrition advocates say the standards could be stronger. First, the rules do not apply starting 30 minutes after school ends through midnight, which allows schools, parents and organizations to sell lesshealthy foods at after-school games and events to raise money. Second, principals can waive the rules so students and organizations can sell less-healthy food during fundraisers to support their activities. High schools can allow fundraisers on 15 days per year, middle schools 10 days and elementary schools 5 days. Fundraisers may not start until 30 minutes after the last lunch period. For more information on the new school rules, search “smart snacks” on www.freshfromflorida.com
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Many children are born with marks. These are known as birthmarks. These marks may vary in color from white, red and pink to brown and black, and they often have no effect on your child’s health. However, certain types of birthmarks may be signs of a serious underlying medical condition. Other marks might need to be removed to prevent possible health problems or may require cosmetic treatment in the future. If you are concerned about your child’s birthmark, speak with your pediatrician or dermatologist about the best way to handle this condition, possible complications and the most likely outcome. There are several types of birthmarks, including brown/black skin bumps known as moles. Many moles are harmless, but larger, thicker moles may be at risk for developing a dangerous skin cancer called melanoma and should be examined by a doctor right away. In addition, your child’s dermatologist should evaluate any mole of any size that changes or has irregular shape, color or border. Vascular birthmarks are made up of an overgrowth of blood vessels that are generally close to the skin’s surface and are usually pink or red. Some of these “strawberry marks” may stay the same size and may gradually disappear before the child turns 10. However, others may grow rapidly and require immediate medical attention for treatment. “Salmon patches,” also known as “stork bites” or “angel’s kisses,” are pink areas that generally fade away as a child grows. “Mongolian spots” are blue or purple birthmarks caused by pigment just under the skin; they generally cause no problems and fade during the first couple years. As mentioned above, treatments may be necessary for a vascular birthmark that is growing quickly in a sensitive area. For example, a birthmark on the eyelid could obstruct your child’s vision. Treatment might include laser procedures, oral medications or, at times, surgical removal. Some pigmented birthmarks are also connected with genetic disorders. Cafe-au-lait
spots, which are light tan, can occur in children with neurofibromatosis, a disorder of the nervous system. A port-wine stain – a purplish birthmark caused by dilated blood capillaries – may be associated with Sturge-Weber syndrome, a rare congenital condition that can affect the brain. Some other vascular birthmarks may be linked to PHACES syndrome, a condition that can affect the brain, heart, eyes and breastbone as well as the skin, or PELVIS syndrome, a condition involving abnormalities to the urinary tract or genitals.
DANGER SIGNS While most vascular or pigmented birthmarks are harmless, you should examine your child’s skin occasionally to see if the marks change or grow. Contact your doctor right away if your child has any of the following problems related to a birthmark: • Bleeding • Color change • Inflammation • Itching • Open sore (ulceration) • Pain • Change in size • Change in texture
A dermatologist can usually make a diagnosis based on the appearance of the skin, although laboratory tests may be necessary to determine if skin cells are cancerous. An accurate diagnosis is very important with unusual looking moles, since skin cancer is best treated at an early stage. Your dermatologist can also discuss treatments for large birthmarks on the face, shoulders, chest or arms that may affect your child’s appearance and self-esteem. There are many ways to manage these conditions and help your child get off to a good start in life.
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riving into Pigeon Forge, Tenn., on the main road called the Parkway, the sheer number of attractions that can entertain a family is mind-boggling. As far as the eye can see, there are diversions beckoning you and your kids to stop and give them a try. At the end of the Parkway, rising up, overlooking the towns of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, sits the main attraction, as far I was concerned: the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. My husband and I, along with our three children, visited the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the surrounding area for a week this past summer, and every day was an adventure. One of the experiences our family tried in the town of Pigeon Forge was the Smoky Mountain Alpine Roller Coaster. This thrill ride takes you down the side of a mountain in a toboggan. The onemile track dips and curves as you enjoy the spectacular views. Another highlight is the towering 200-foot-tall Great Smoky Mountain Ferris Wheel at the Island, a retail and entertainment center nestled at the foot of the Great Smoky Mountains. At the top, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the mountains and the surrounding areas.
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keep your pelvic floor strong can make for a smoother delivery. But there are also some reasons to ease up on exercise during pregnancy. It’s all about listening to your body.” Protein-packed foods such as Greek yogurt are among Wexler’s top tools for losing weight and still staying healthy. “Remembering to eat to fuel the system is essential,” Wexler said. “I ate a lot of oatmeal, and finding alternative sources of protein has been a huge help. Moms on the go can grab a Greek yogurt or some ricotta cheese and hard-boiled eggs. I eat more clean now and read food labels as much as possible. It’s a big deal when you start looking at all the preservatives in food. The body can’t metabolize it, and you end up gaining weight.” Although Wexler has changed her daily menu drastically, she still indulges in coffee. “I still love my coffee in the morning but instead of artificial creamers, I switched to Natural Bliss creamer,”
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Wexler said. “Small changes can go a long way.” Wexler also recommends new mommies get moving. “When it came time to choose between a gym membership and a jogging stroller, I went with the jogging stroller,” Wexler said. “I didn’t want to leave my baby in a gym day care, and this was a way for me to take my baby with me while still fitting in exercise. I try to do some sort of exercise five times a week.” On Feb. 24, 2013, when Wexler’s youngest child was four months old, the ambitious mother ran her first 5K. “I downloaded this amazing free app called C25K, and it really helped motivate me to start jogging,” Wexler said. She says her pre-parenting days were more unorganized, but now Wexler sets her alarm earlier to fit in limited, yet essential, time for herself. “Being a mom is hard work and doesn’t shut off,” Wexler said. “I started setting my alarm earlier so I could fit in a workout before my children woke up. I knew if I got my ‘me’ time and had that extra energy, I’d have better quality time with my kids. Finding a little time for yourself every day is so important. And you have to remember to just breathe.” Finding that balance for some personal time also helped new mommy Kimberly Corvison get her groove back. Corvison gave birth to her daughter four months ago, and the Miami Shores resident and part-time hair stylist is dancing her way back into her pre-pregnancy shape. “I don’t have a rigorous exercise routine,” Corvison said. “I walk with my daughter in my arms, and we dance to The Beatles. I’m always bouncing around with her.” On weekends, Corvison enjoys pushing her daughter in her stroller over the Rickenbacker Causeway. “It’s about a 2-mile walk, and it’s great because we both get out of the house,” she said. “But I’m still losing weight. I was 176 and now I’m 134. I lost a bunch of weight right after I gave birth. Before I was pregnant, I wasn’t eating meat or bread, but during my pregnancy, I got really bad acid reflux and started
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Inhale. Pull inward. Not even close. Lie down on the bed. Inhale again. Minor grunt and pull harder. Failed a second time. Deeper inhale. Major grunt PATRICK HEMPFING and pull with all my might. Success! I buttoned my pants. OK, maybe the pants I managed to close hadn’t been worn in a number of years, but still, I questioned, “How did this happen?” I have a bookshelf full of tennis trophies proving my athletic prowess. I still play tennis once or twice a week and walk the dog daily. I have jump rope and hula-hoop contests with my fourth-grade daughter, Jessie. We also play basketball, soccer, tennis and volleyball together. How did these extra pounds end up around my waist? I have a few sneaking suspicions, beginning with “Two-Donut Thursdays.” Hey, my wife, Mattie, needs gas in her car and the donut shop is on the way. I also love ice cream, which is my comfort food at the end of each day. Recently, Mattie lost six pounds. Is it possible the pounds could have jumped off of her onto me while we were sleeping? Or maybe it’s my intake of licorice, which keeps me alert while I’m typing or driving on long trips. The bag claims in big letters that it’s a “low-fat snack.” My final hypothesis is that my metabolism has slowed down. According to WebMD, “for most people, metabolism slows steadily after age 40.” Though Jessie keeps this 54-yearold dad active, there’s only so much she can do. Or is there? “Dad, I can help you lose weight!” I erred when I thought trying to get my pants shut was going to be the hardest part of my day. In
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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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“To be wronged is nothing, unless you continue to remember it.” — Confucius Our kids do things that drive us nuts and make ALLYSON TOMCHIN, LCSW us crazy. That is a reality of parenting. They don’t listen to us when we try to guide them, they wait until the last minute to do homework, they leave their rooms a mess, they get bad grades, they can just be plain rude, they complain, they don’t come home when we tell them a specific time, they are brutal to their siblings, they glue themselves to the TV or video games when we tell them to get ready for dinner and the list goes on. They are simply being kids, and that is what they do. They will either apologize or they won’t, or we make them say “I’m Sorry.” The question is, how do we let it go, how do we forgive, and why is forgiveness so important? Kids are like tornados. They swirl in, do the damage, and then suddenly things return to normal after the storm. That’s what they think. Kids are unaware of the damage the storm does in its wake, leaving the parent feeling drained and exhausted and often resentful and angry. Forgiveness means letting go of anger and resentment. It also means to let go of feelings of revenge. Sometimes when our kids do things and we feel angry about it, we hold a grudge. Grudges are bad, bad for the parent and equally bad for the kids. Holding a grudge and consistently bringing it back to the parent-child relationship is damaging to your children. Reminding kids over and over again the “bad behaviors” they have engaged in is unnecessary and not an effective way to parent. Have a talk, express your thoughts, attempt to understand their point of view, accept their apology and move on. Parents are the ultimate role models, and if a parent can’t let go, the child will learn to hold grudges, too, and never feel that they are forgiven and can move on. Human beings are flawed. We make mistakes all the time. This is an important and crucial aspect of life. That’s what makes us so interesting.
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According to Mayo Clinic, letting go of grudges and bitterness can make way for happiness, health and peace. Forgiveness can lead to: Healthier relationships Greater spiritual and psychological well-being Less anxiety, stress and hostility Lower blood pressure Fewer symptoms of depression Stronger immune system Improved heart health Higher self-esteem
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PARENTING PROMISE FOR 2015: to be braver, stronger, smarter than you think BY KAREN DEERWESTER, ED.S.
Promise me you’ll always remember: You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” — Christopher Robin to Winnie the Pooh Brave, strong and smart. Heart, body and mind. What do you want for your children in the new year? Everything! What do you want for yourself? To be enough! Each year ends with reflections: How did I do? How’s my family? Each new year starts with promises – to be better, do more, take better care of yourself and others. The secret to the A.A. Milne quote isn’t strength, courage or intelligence. It’s holding on to the unwavering belief that you already have all the super powers that you need and that your child is and will be capable and successful. This year’s parenting promise is: Believe! Everything changes if you believe.
YOUNG CHILDREN NEED TO BELIEVE IN THEMSELVES, AND THEY NEED TO BELIEVE IN YOU. Believe that you are smarter than your child. Not always – not when you are reacting to the latest tantrum or button pushing. You are smarter if and when you take time to understand your child’s behavior and slowly, patiently, help your child grow and learn. Meet your child exactly where she is – in this stage, with this personality. Lead your child to become the kind of person you respect.
How long does that take? You might want to ask your parents. The good news is, there’s time. BELIEVE THAT YOUR CHILD WANTS TO LEARN AND BE SUCCESSFUL. Potty training, for example, fails not because children hate going potty on toilets. It’s delayed (never fails) because children create self-sabotaging behaviors when emotions or understanding derail them. They are counting on the grown-ups to not give up. Every parenting challenge – bedtime, meal time, transitions, fears, learning to read, learning empathy and kindness – requires unwavering faith in your child’s long-term potential.
No stress First, feel the pressure melt away. You are brave, strong and smart enough to handle any situation in your child’s life. Why? Because you ARE the parent! Fallible, yes, but that’s OK. Because you are the grown-up – the one who gets to be in charge in your family, the one who gets to make the decisions and learn and grow. You get to do this, and whatever you don’t know, trust me, you will learn through experience.
No guilt Keep it simple. Let yourself give love freely, all that you have when you have it. Then, don’t feel bad when you’re tired, spent or cranky. Take a break or schedule time to recharge. Get the kids in bed at a time when you still have some energy left over to be kind to you. No guilt; pushing an exhausted parent to give more will not raise happier, more loving children.
Mistakes are good – really How can you give your children the same unwavering belief in their own resourcefulness? By celebrating the process! Look at all the things your child can do today that she couldn’t do six months ago. Remember all the behaviors that seemed like they’d last forever. Children get stuck where they are (in no-win tantrums, in irrational thinking, in a limiting developmental stage). Children are counting on parents to hold the bigger picture
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Teach optimism and resilience The leaders of tomorrow will be the children who learn not to give up, who keep learning. To be braver, stronger and smarter than you think is to dig deep within to find the grit to keep trying – even when it’s hard, when it takes time and when you feel foolish. Parents can’t give that to children all wrapped up with a pretty bow. Learning is messy and frustrating. Parents can, however, teach optimism and resilience. Every age and stage in children’s development has age-appropriate problems that children learn to solve with age-appropriate strategies. Be your child’s No. 1 cheerleader.
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Help identify what your child can do when he gets “stuck” on a problem or with emotions, such as change something that’s not working, ask for help, or calm down. Fill your child’s bank with success stories with praise like “You are so brave when you hold your teddy bear while waiting for the doctor.” “You are so strong when you push the chair out of your way (instead of screaming in frustration).” Or, “you are so smart when you count the steps from the car to the grocery store.” Express confidence while still respecting your child’s individual pace and learning curve. Two-year-olds who bite do not become aggressive teens. Three-year-olds with pacifiers do not take them to high school with them. Four-year-olds who can’t sit still may become dancers or comics, but they still become fully functional grown-ups.
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Her FIRST Bra BY MARGARET SAGARESE Although it happened a long time ago, I can still feel the scratchiness on my chest as if it chafed yesterday. I am not sure if I was 10 or 11. The delight of wearing a brand-new, striped, sleeveless shirt and matching shorts was ruined by soreness as my new tiny breasts rubbed against the starchy cotton. The scratchiness – and the pointier nipples – struck me as horrible. I bring up my memory to underscore how disquieting it can be for girls as they morph into womanhood. Physically developing is an emotional hurdle. It is exaggerated today because girls are experiencing puberty earlier. The average Caucasian girl encounters breast budding at 9.7 years old, four months younger than 17 years ago, according to the Breast Cancer and Environmental Research Program. For black girls, the age is 8. According to these figures, the number of girls developing breasts in first grade has tripled. These changes are due to better nutrition, hormones in food and the increase in childhood obesity. All this adds up to the reality that girls want or need (or don’t want) that first bra sooner than ever before.
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Giving girls a sporting chance My 11-year-old daughter, Skyler, was thin and tall for her age and not sporting curves. So there was no initial need for her to start wearing a bra, and “bra or no bra” didn’t turn into a power struggle for us. But many mothers and daughters do have battles and tears over the “you need to be wearing a bra” scenario. Girls who develop early can be loathe to embrace those changes. After all, everybody starts noticing their developing breasts and curves, especially boys. This is unwanted attention and can make such girls hide underneath big T-shirts or sweats. Underneath a girl becoming a woman lurks the danger of entering a highly sexualized culture: girls as sex objects. Thongs, push-up bras, music videos about bigger luscious butts, risqué Halloween costumes, pop stars like Miley Cyrus who went from wholesome to wholly naked – the fashion and entertainment industries have stolen childhood. Even if girls don’t talk about this or acknowledge it, that doesn’t mean they are not affected by the toxic brew that surrounds them. The coauthors of “So Sexy So Soon” (Diane Levin, Ph.D., and Jean Kilbourne, Ed.D.) write, “They learn to associate physical appearance and buying the right products not only with being sexy but also with being successful as a person. While they struggle to make sense of all this, children are robbed of valuable time for age-appropriate developmental tasks.” Little wonder that some girls don’t want to enter the bra years. For some, sports offer a distraction. My own child decided when it was time for a bra. She opted for a sports bra. This had more to do with fitting in. Sky happened to be on a soccer team, and a black sports bra was as much of the uniform as the jersey, the cleats and the knee-high socks. Also, playing sports gave her another purpose for her body and diminished the self-consciousness of stepping into bra-wearing territory. Girl athletes get to think of their bodies as powerful, to be toned and worked and to serve an athletic goal of good performance. Body as a strong vessel, a winning vehicle, plays a counterpoint to the overall message that girls get to be sexy and flirty.
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stages » preteen A guide to shopping for that first bra Nowadays, girls who are ready for a bra can opt for a camisole. These can provide coverage and not be as noticeable as a bra. If and when you and your daughter decide to go shopping for a real bra, department stores offer many choices. Some stores have salespersons to assist you with proper fit. Shop where a bra should be tried on. Kelly O’Brien, a lingerie specialist who launched the first ecommerce site specializing in tween underwear (Tween.ShopLinger.com), recommends parents take into account these three guidelines:
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One size does not fit all. “One size fits all” may work if your daughter falls into an average slot. Many don’t. When you start looking at bras with cup and band sizes, you’ll need to measure your daughter. For the band size, wrap the measuring tape around underneath the breasts. Add 5 to that number, and that’s the size. (Tape says 23 inches, band will be 28 inches.) For cup size, measure around the fullest part of the chest and subtract that number from the band size. The difference is the cup size – 0 to 1 inch is an A; 2 inches is a B.
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approach to a New Year By Mrs. Mae
To the majority of the world’s population, a New Year represents a time of fresh beginnings, since old things are officially in the past and we can move forward with a clean slate.
But why wait every 365 calendar days to feel this way, when each new day brings about new opportunities and expectations? This year I challenge everyone to start seeing each morning as a fresh new start, because it is. Just imagine how much more exciting life would be if approached with the same can-do attitude as the New Year. Here are a few tips to get you going in the right direction: Speak your reality into existence. Words are powerful, so waking up each morning and speaking positive affirmations over your life can be very empowering and set the tone for the rest of the day. Set realistic goals. Truth is most people make goals, but they are not always realistic, leading to feelings of being unfulfilled and overwhelmed. While setting goals or making resolutions, be sure they are obtainable and that you have mini goal checks along the way to make sure you are on task. Celebrate your accomplishments along the way. Rejoicing in the little things makes us feel good, keeps us encouraged and most importantly allows us to enjoy the journey more. Surround yourself with goal-oriented people. “You’re only as good as the company you keep.” Surround yourself with people who inspire you, encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and celebrate you. Be a good steward over the 24 hours we are given each day. Many things call for our attention, but what things are actually worthy of our time? Have a daily prioritized agenda. Wishing you all the best, Mrs. Mae Mrs. Mae owns a company called The Imagination Laboratory, which specializes in early learning services and Mommy & Me programs.
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Introducing Girl of the Year. Unveiling of the 2015 Girl of the Year doll, activities, crafts, giveaways. Free for ages 8 and older. 12-4 p.m. American Girl, 8888 SW 136th St. #395A, Miami. americangirl.com Under the Kampong Moon. Balinese music, dance and shadow puppetry at Coconut Grove’s secret garden, The Kampong. $35 adults, $15 ages 4-12. 4013 S. Douglas Road, Coconut Grove. Underthekampongmoon.com
Winter Break Camp. All That Glitters Is Gold: Ages 4-6. Paper Sculptures: Ages 7-12. $40. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Bass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-673-7530 or bassmuseum.org
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Funtastic Friday and ArtsPark Movie Night.
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DJ, face-painter, games, bounce house and more free to the public 5-8 p.m. Movie “The Nut Job” starts at 8 p.m. ArtsPark, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. 954-921-3500 Camp Wild – Winter Break. Ages 6-12 do handson science activities, animal visits, outdoor exploration and crafts. $50. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 3000 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs. 954-752-9453 or sawgrassnaturecenter.org Holiday Fantasy of Lights. Drive-through light show. $14 a car. 6-10 p.m. Tradewinds Park, Coconut Creek. Holidaylightsdrivethru.com
Hack Shack. Technology getaway for students in 5th-8th
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Holiday Fantasy of Lights. Drive-through light show. $14 a car. 6-10 p.m. Tradewinds Park, Coconut Creek. Holidaylightsdrivethru.com
grade to explore computers and coding. $20. 5-7 p.m. South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach. 561-832-2026 or sfsciencecenter.org
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Family Movie Night: “Earth to Echo.” 7-9 p.m. Heritage Park, 19200 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach. sibfl.net
Magic Workshop. Ages 5 and older learn magic tricks and take home a bag of tricks. $10 residents, $12.50 nonresidents. 2 p.m. Sugar Sand Park, 300 S Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561-347-3900 or sugarsandpark.org
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National Parks Trolley. Free rides, parking, a guided tour and waived entrance fees to national parks and to the Homestead Bayfront Park beach where the trolley stops. 7:45 a.m.-3:20 p.m. Losner Park, 104 N. Krome Ave., Homestead. 305-2244457 or cityofhomestead.com
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Meet the Orchestra. Interact with The Symphonia, Boca Raton’s conductor and musicians at live dress rehearsals. Children can hold instruments and learn about them from musicians at the “Instrument Petting Zoo.” $5 adults, children free. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Roberts Theatre, Saint Andrew’s School, 3900 Jog Road, Boca Raton. 866-687-3848 or bocasymphonia. org
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Holiday Activities. Shark craft for ages 3 and older followed by a shark feeding. Participation $4. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sandoway House Nature Center, 142 S. Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach. 561-274-7263 or sandowayhouse.org
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Family Movie Night Featuring: “Earth to Echo.” 7-9 p.m. Heritage Park, 19200 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach. sibfl.net
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» theater, shows & concerts BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Through Jan. 4. Classic musical love story filled with unforgettable characters and music, including “Be Our Guest.” Tickets $26-$125. Times vary. The Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 305949-6722 or arshtcenter.org
1-3:30 p.m. Dante Fascell Visitor Center, 9700 SW 328th St., Homestead. nps.gov
KITTEN’S FIRST FULL MOON AND OTHER STORIES
Jan. 17. Contemporary children’s books come alive on stage in a new musical revue featuring Kitten’s First Full Moon, Fly Guy Meets Fly Girl, Diary of a Worm, Lilly’s Big Day and more. Tickets $16. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Amaturo Theater at Broward Center, Fort Lauderdale. Ticketmaster.com
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ArtsPark Live. Free concert. 8-9:30 p.m. ArtsPark
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Amphitheater, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Hollywoodfl.org Nature at Night Hike. Guided walk in the dark for ages 8 and older. $5. 7-8 p.m. Deerfield Island Park, Deerfield Beach. 954-357-5100 or webtrac. broward.org
Jan. 7-Feb. 1. A favorite Disney musical. Show prices and times vary. Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale. 954-660-6307 or browardcenter.org
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Little Wonders. Short hikes, crafts and stories.
Jan 16. Performance of the Broadway show performed by middle school students. Tickets $10. 7 p.m. Falcon Cove Middle School, 4251 Bonaventure Blvd, Weston. falconcove. net
10-11 a.m. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton. gumbolimbo.org
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National Parks Trolley. Free ride, parking, a guided tour and waived entrance fees to national parks and to the Homestead Bayfront Park beach where the trolley stops. 7:45 a.m.-3:20 p.m. Losner Park, 104 N. Krome Ave., Homestead. 305-2244457 or cityofhomestead.com
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Broward Model Boat Club Instruction. Get free assistance and guidance from model boat enthusiasts. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Markham Park, Sunrise. 954-687-6462 Images in the Park. Susan Gunter, accomplished photographer, conducts a free workshop. 2-4 p.m. Secret Woods Nature Center, Dania Beach. 954-357-8884 New Year COLORbration. Attendees create an exhibit and collage. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Young At Art Museum, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie. Youngatartmuseum.org
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Indoor Aquarium Feedings. Watch the feeding of sea creatures. 2:30 p.m. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton. gumbolimbo.org
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Voice Performance (Jazz, Classical, Pop, Singer/Songwriter). Hosted by YoungArts. 8 p.m. New World Center, Main Hall, 500 17th St., Miami Beach. 305-377-1140 or Youngarts.org
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Food Trucks at ArtsPark. Attendance from more than 20 trucks. 5:30-10 p.m. ArtsPark Amphitheater, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Hollywoodfl.org
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Director’s Cut: Holiday Stop Motion. Ages 7-14 develop a script, create characters and backgrounds, shoot a stop motion film. $38 members, $47.50 nonmembers. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sugar Sand Park, 300 S Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561-347-3900 or sugarsandpark.org
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Theater & Jazz Instrumental Performance. By YoungArts. 8 p.m. New World Center, Main Hall, 500 17th St., Miami Beach. 305-377-1140 or Youngarts.org
THE UGLY DUCKLING AND THE TORTOISE & THE HARE CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PERFORMS “AMALUNA”
Through Jan 4. The show invites the audience to a mysterious island governed by Goddesses and guided by the cycles of the moon. Tickets $40 and up. Times vary. Sun Life Stadium, 347 Don Shula Drive, Miami. Cirquedusoleil.com THE HOBBIT: THE BATTLE OF THE FIVE ARMIES
Through Jan. 15. IMAX experience of the third trilogy of films adapting The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. Museum of Discovery and Science and AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. 954467-6637 THE STATE BALLET THEATRE OF RUSSIA “SWAN LAKE”
Jan. 4. Full-scale production set to the music of Tchaikovsky follows a heroic young prince as he works to free the beautiful swan maiden from an evil spell. Tickets $39.22-$60.42. 2 p.m. Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY: LEGENDS
Jan. 8-11, 15-19. Performers showcase strength and artistry to summon the mythical unicorn, Pegasus and Woolly Mammoth. Tickets $16-$75. Times vary. American Airlines Arena, Miami. Ticketmaster.com
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Lego Club. Ages 7-12 use Legos to meet different challenges. 4-5 p.m. South Regional Library, 7300 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines. 954-201-8821 or browardlibrary.org
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Dog Tales. Therapy dogs listen to children read. 4 p.m. Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis St, West Palm Beach. 561-868-7703 or wpbpl.com
THE OKEE DOKEE BROTHERS: ADVENTURE SONGS
Jan. 17. A Family Fare presentation. Tickets $12. 11 a.m. Outdoor Gosman Amphitheatre, Kravis Center, 701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach. 561-832-7469 or kravis.org/ familyfare
Jan. 17. Lightwire Theater brings life to a pair of classic tales. Lined with electroluminescent wire, these well-known characters light up the darkened stage and wend their way into audiences’ hearts. Tickets $10. 11 a.m. Duncan Theatre, 4200 S. Congress Ave., Lake Worth. 561-868-3309 or palmbeachstate.edu FOUR SCORE AND SEVEN YEARS AGO
Jan. 22, 23. Musical in which young Lemuel, who has escaped slavery in Georgia, befriends Jacob, a young Confederate soldier. Tickets $7. 10 a.m. Amaturo Theater at Broward Center, Fort Lauderdale. Ticketmaster.com INTO THE WOODS
Jan. 22-Feb. 15. Tony Award-winning Broadway musical about wishes, chasing your dreams and the importance of the stories we tell our children. Tickets $50. Times vary. The Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd, Miami. 305-949-6722 or arshtcenter. org HEAR THE DANCE
Jan. 23-25. The Miami City Ballet combines ballet and ballroom styles and features glamorous costuming by Oscar de la Renta, choreography by Twyla Tharp and music from Sinatra’s Great American Songbook classics. Tickets $20 and up. 8 p.m. Jan. 23-24, 2 p.m. Jan. 24, 1 p.m. Jan. 25. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts – Dreyfoos Hall, 701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach. Kravis.org DELOU AFRICA’S “SEEDS OF THE AFRICAN DIASPORA”
Jan. 24. Free performance of dance and music through traditional and contemporary African folktale. 1:30 p.m. The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd, Miami. 305-949-6722 or arshtcenter.org
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Jan. 27-Feb. 1. The Unauthorized Harry Experience takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing, or “potting,” all seven Harry Potter books into 70 madcap minutes, aided only by multiple costume changes, brilliant songs, ridiculous props and a generous helping of Hogwarts magic. Tickets $39-$75. 7:30 p.m. Amaturo Theater at Broward Center, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale. pottedpotter.com
JOURNEY TO THE SOUTH PACIFIC
ISLAND OF LEMURS: MADAGASCAR 3D Through Feb. 12. Journey to the lush tropical islands of remote West Papua and the world of Madagascar in these IMAX films. Museum of Discovery and Science and AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. 954-467-6637 or mods.org
Right. 7 p.m. BB&T Center East parking lot, One Panther Parkway, Sunrise. 954-747-4600 or sunrisefl.gov Movies in the Park. Screening of the movie Frozen. 7 p.m. Villages of Hillsboro Park, 4111 NW Sixth St., Deerfield Beach. 954-480-4495 or deerfield-beach.com Movies in the Park. Free screening of The Lego Movie. 7-8:30 p.m. Amphitheater, 10561 Trails End, Parkland. 954-757-4105 or cityofparkland.org/movies
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Screen on the Green. Outdoor family friendly movie. 8 p.m. 101 N. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach. 561-8687703 or wpbpl.com
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Preschool Play ‘N Learn. $5. 10-11 a.m. Long Key
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Dance Performance and Cinematic Arts Screening. Hosted by YoungArts. 8 p.m. New World Center, Main Hall, 500 17th St., Miami Beach. 305-3771140 or Youngarts.org
Natural Area and Nature Center, Davie. 954-357-8797
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FREE Math and Logic Class. See how children ages 6-11 perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4:15 p.m. IMACS Boca Raton, 23172 Sandalfoot Plaza Drive, Boca Raton. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org
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Sunset Nature Walk Birds and Their Homes. Ages 6 and older bring low light binoculars, flashlight and walking stick to follow a trail and bird watch. Craft included. $3. 5:30-7 p.m. Miramar Pineland, Miramar.
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Movie in the Park. 6-8 p.m. 2700 Sheridan Ave., Miami Beach. 305-673-7730 or miamibeachparks.com
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Crafty Wednesday. New Year’s collage craft for ages
Writers’ Readings. Hosted by YoungArts. 6-7:15 p.m. YoungArts Campus, Jewel Box, Second Floor, 2100 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 305-377-1140 or Youngarts.org
2-6. Class $6. 3-3:45 p.m. Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Café 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens. Coolbeansplaycafe.com
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Friday Night Family Hayride and Campfire.
8 Thursday MIAMI-DADE
Classical Music Concert. Hosted by YoungArts.
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Hayride around the park and a marshmallow roast around a campfire. Participation $3.50. 7-9:30 p.m. Tradewinds Park, Coconut Creek. 954-357-8870 City of Sunrise Drive-in. Cartoons, including Fractured Fairy Tales, Rocky and Bullwinkle and Dudley Do-
p.m. Dante Fascell Visitor Center, 9700 SW 328th St., Homestead. nps.gov
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5K 4 Kids. 5K Race, Kids Dash and Youth Mile will benefit the Children’s Diagnostic & Treatment Center. 7 a.m. St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and School, 901 NE Second Street, Fort Lauderdale. 954-728-1040 or jvones@ browardhealth.org BizArt Festival. Bands, face painting, food trucks, artists, Green Market. 12-5 p.m. 9400 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs. 954-344-1162 or coralsprings.org/bizart Free Puppet Show. Little Red Riding Hood presented for children Pre-K to 2nd grade. 1:30 and 3 p.m. Weston Community Center, Weston Regional Park, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston. 954-389-4321 or westonfl.org Moonlight Movie in the Park. How to Train your Dragon 2. 7:30 p.m. Weston Regional Park, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston. 954-389-4321 or westonfl.org
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Meet the Orchestra. Interact with The Symphonia, Boca Raton’s conductor and musicians at live dress rehearsals and the “Instrument Petting Zoo.” $5 adults, children free. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Roberts Theatre, Saint Andrew’s School, 3900 Jog Road, Boca Raton. 866-6873848 or bocasymphonia.org
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» fairs & festivals SANTA’S ENCHANTED FOREST
Through Jan. 4. Holiday theme park and free carnival featuring 100 rides, shows, games and attractions. $29.91 ages 10-64, $20.56 ages 3-9 and 65+, age 2 and younger free. Santa’s Enchanted Forest, 7900 SW 40th Street, Miami. 305-559-9689 or santasenchantedforest.com WILD HOLIDAYS
Through Jan. 4. Joy to the World holiday village, candy cane jungle, holiday-themed animal shows, daily animal parade, reindeer games, scavenger hunts, arts & crafts, face painting, story time and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami. 305-400-7000 or jungleisland.com 27TH ANNUAL LAS OLAS ART FAIR
Jan. 3-4. Browse original handcrafted art. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 600 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. lasolasfinearts.com FINE ARTS FESTIVAL AT PINECREST GARDENS
Jan. 10-11. Juried art shows, food, live music, other family activities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Pinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest. 305-669-6990 or pinecrest-fl.gov 28TH ANNUAL BOCA FEST
Jan. 10-11. Outdoor gallery-style juried event with a variety of handmade art, unique gift items and functional pieces. Win artwork, no purchase necessary. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The Shops at Boca Center, 5250 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton. 561-746-6615 or artfestival.com
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3 and younger free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. 561495-0233 or morikami.org SOUTH FLORIDA FAIR
Jan. 16-Feb. 1. Stage shows, concerts, midway rides, shopping, fair food and educational and interactive experiences. $15 adults, $9 seniors, $8 ages 6-11, ages 5 and younger free. Ride wristbands $25 Mondays-Fridays, $35 Saturdays and Sundays. South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach. 561-793-0333 or southfloridafair.com RIVERWALK 4TH ANNUAL STONE CRAB & SEAFOOD FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY GRILLE 401
Food, drinks, live music, games (including the crowd-favorite hermit crab races), prizes and more. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Esplanade Park, Riverwalk, Fort Lauderdale. Goriverwalk.com FLAMINGO FEST
Jan. 17-18. Arts and crafts, vendors, food, music, art, sculptures, décor and more. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. 954-473-2955 or flamingogardens. org 26TH ANNUAL DOWNTOWN DELRAY BEACH FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
Jan. 17-18. Original works of art created in a myriad of styles and media, from the vibrant and bold to the subtle and whimsical. Win artwork, no purchase necessary. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 1111 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. 561-746-6615 or artfestival.com 9TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL
Jan. 31-Feb. 1. Locally grown produce, exotic plants and orchids, honey, gourmet spreads, jams and oils, a Kids Zone with interactive art and craft activities and games. Free art giveaway. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 11954 SE Dixie Highway, Hobe Sound. 561746-6615 or artfestival.com
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Aquarium Feedings. 2:30 p.m. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton. gumbolimbo.org
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MIAMI-DADE ter, 9700 SW 328th St., Homestead. nps.gov Oleta River Canoe Tour. Ages 7 and older. $28. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. East Greynolds Park, 16700 Biscayne Blvd, Miami. 305-944-6111 or miamiecoadventures.com
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• Make sports anchor tapes in a TV studio. • Make reporting tapes from professional stadiums. • Make play-by-play tapes of the NBA Finals and Super Bowl. • Participate in sports talk radio and PTI style shows, trivia contests, and much more. • Day/Overnight sessions available.
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Read Around the World. Grades 1-4 learn geography through music. 4-5 p.m. Davie/Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. 954-357-6569 or browardlibrary.org
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PALM BEACH
“Tail Waggin Tutor.” Read to a therapy dog. 3:304:30 p.m. Spanish River Library, 1501 NW Spanish River Blvd, Boca Raton. 561-393-7852 or bocalibrary.org
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• Boys and Girls 10-18 will have an opportunity to learn from the pros in the industry.
14TH ANNUAL HOBE SOUND FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
Jan. 11. Tastes, sights and sounds that define the traditional Japanese New Year. $15 ages 11 and older, $10 ages 4-10,
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Jan. 23-25. Fine chocolate samples from artisan chocolatiers, lectures on chocolate making and demonstrations from Miami’s master chefs and chocolatiers. Free for Fairchild members, $25 nonmembers. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables. fairchildgarden.org
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FREE Math and Logic Class. Parents see firsthand how their children ages 6-11 perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4:15 p.m. IMACS Aventura, 20350 NE 26th Ave., Aventura. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org
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Twilight Tales. Stories and crafts for all ages. 7-7:45 p.m. South Regional/BC Library, 7300 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines. 954-201-8821 or browardlibrary.org
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Music and Art in the Park. Interactive music and hands-on art. 6-8 p.m. Veterans Park Gazebo, 802 NE First St, Delray Beach. 561- 243-7350
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Going, going, Gone: Endangered Species. Homeschool class. $15. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Miami Seaquarium, 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami. 305-361-5705 or miamiseaquarium.com
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Nature Explorers. For preschoolers. $8. 10-11 a.m. Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital 3000 Sportsplex Dr. Coral Springs. sawgrassnaturecenter.org
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Baby Bookwork: A Lapsit Program. Story time
Infant Care from 6 weeks to 4 years! ars! Preschool 2 yrs old - PreK • Low teacher/student ratio o VPK program offered • High Scoring VPK Kindergarten Readiness
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Girl of the Year Travel Tags. Paper craft, free for ages 8 and older. 4-6 p.m. American Girl, 8888 SW 136 St #395a, Miami. americangirl.com
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Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr’s Birthday. Ages 6-12. 4-5 p.m. Learning Library, 2800 NW 9 Court, Pompano Beach. 954-357-7677 or browardlibrary.org
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Clematis by Night. Weekly Fountainside Concert Series. 6 p.m. 101 N. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach. 561822-1515 or wpb.org
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Movies at the Park. Free for all ages. 8-11 p.m.
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15151 NW 82nd Ave., Miami Lakes. miamilakes-fl.gov
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Martin Luther King Jr Celebration. 7-8 p.m. Front lawn of City Hall, 701 SW 71st Ave., North Lauderdale. 954-724-7061 or nlauderdale.org Movies in the Park. The Lego Movie. 6-8 p.m. 5555 Regency Lakes Blvd., Coconut Creek. coconutcreek.net
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Skunk Feeding. 3:15-3:30 p.m. Daggerwing Nature Center, 11435 Park Access Road, Boca Raton. 561-6298760 or pbcgov.com
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Seagrass Safari. Catch a variety of sea creatures. Preregister. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center, 6767 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne. 305-361-6767 or reservations@biscaynenaturecenter.org
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Model Steam Train Rides. $1.50 per ride. 10 a.m.4 p.m. Tradewinds Park, Coconut Creek. 954-357-8870
Celebrating Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Face painting, bounce house, games, music, basketball, more. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Dr. MLK Community Center, 2400 Charleston St., Hollywood. 954-921-3412 or Hollywoodfl.org
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Drop-In Story Time. Children “Get Ready to Read.” 10-10:30 a.m. Downtown Library, 400 NW Second Ave., Boca Raton. 561-393-7852 or bocalibrary.org
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So Many Differences. One Great Decision. Doodle Difference #28: Safety & Security • WatchMeGrow, secure webcams and online viewing • Biometric access for secure entry • State-of-the-art, clean facilities
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The Purple Palace. Fifty-minute performance for ages 4 and older about the selfish Princess Purple. $12 adults,
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$8 kids, $30 family (two adults and two kids). 4 p.m. Pinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest. 305-7535341 or pinecrest-fl.gov Girl of the Year Travel Tags. Paper craft free for ages 8 and older. 2-4 p.m. American Girl, 8888 SW 136 St #395a, Miami. americangirl.com
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Zmotion Ride with Mayors. Bike festival all ages.
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Dr Martin Luther King Jr Picnic. Youth entertainment, speakers, a poetry contest and kids activities including bounce houses and petting farm. 1-4 p.m. Potters Park, 4300 SW 57th Terrace, Davie. www.davie-fl.gov
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Home School Memberships Grades 6-12 Classical, Experiential, Montessori Principles Flagler Village 4-H Chapter (Ages 8-18)
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Hammock Trails. Free quarter-mile guided walk. 2-3:30 p.m. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton. gumbolimbo.org
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"Return of the Pirates” - Pirate Island returns to Miami Children's Museum
Coming February 7, 2015 miamichildrensmuseum.org Miami Children’s Museum receives both private and public funding. MCM is sponsored in part by the City of Miami; the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; and the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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» exhibits for families DISCOVER THE DINOSAURS
Jan. 2-4. Forty moving and museum-quality replica dinosaurs, rides, inflatables, mini golf, dino dig, theater, den, coloring, scavenger hunt, maze and more. Tickets $18$22. Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach. 651766-2800 or discoverthedinosaurs.com COLORFEST: A CELEBRATION OF THE ART & SCIENCE OF COLOR, AND COLORFUL REBELLION – 7TH NIGHTMARE
Through Jan. 4, engage in an array of handson, color-themed activities and educational games.10 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays. Admission $14, $12 Broward County residents, $11 military. Young At Art Museum, 751 SW 121st Ave, Davie. 954-424-0085 KISS OF THE OCEANS: THE MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC AND THE PACIFIC
Through Jan. 4. Panama Canal exhibit. Participate in a children’s activity by making a reservation. $18 adults, $10 ages 13-17, $3 ages 6-12, free for 6 and younger. 12-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Flagler Museum, 1 Whitehall Way, Palm Beach. 561-655-2833 or flaglermuseum.us BLACK HOLES: SPACE WARPS & TIME TWISTS
Through Jan. 5. Learn about the modern search for black holes. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, 12-6 p.m. Sundays. $19 adults, $18 seniors, $15 ages 2-12. Museum of Discovery and Science and AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. 954-467-6637 or mods.org DORA & DIEGO LET’S EXPLORE!
Through Jan. 11. Explore the exhibit based on Nickelodeon’s hit preschool series Dora the Explorer alongside characters Boots, Map, Backpack, Isa, Tico and Swiper. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. 305-373-5437 or miamichildrensmuseum.org LADIES AND GENTLEMEN… THE BEATLES!
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Through Jan. 18. Traveling exhibition curated by The GRAMMY Museum® and Fab Four
Exhibits that explores the impact The Beatles’ arrival had on American pop culture. $8 adults, $7 seniors and students with ID, $5 ages 6–12. HistoryMiami, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-1492 or historymiami.org AFTERLIFE TOMBS AND TREASURES OF ANCIENT EGYPT
Through April 18. Explore ancient Egyptian jewelry, painted reliefs, religious rituals, a sarcophagus, coffins and a painted model of the royal barge. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach. 561-832-1988 or sfsciencecenter.org BRAIN: THE WORLD INSIDE YOUR HEAD
Opens Jan. 24. Innovative special effects, 3-D reproductions, virtual reality, hands-on learning activities and interactive technology to delve into the inner workings of the brain, including its processes, potentials and mysteries. $19 adults, $18 seniors, $15 ages 2-12. 10 a.m.5 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays. The Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. 954-467- 6637 or www.mods.org
music and riddles for school-age children. 6:30-7:30 p.m. JFK Library, 190 W. 49th St., Hialeah. hialeahfl.gov
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Pet Play Date Day Camp. Campers make toys and treats for shelters, learn about careers with animals, play indoor and outdoor games, meet animal cops and more. Participation $65. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Humane Society of Broward County, 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale. humanebroward.com
PALM BEACH
Monday Madness. $5 admission between 3-5 p.m. and free face painting. Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Café 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens. Coolbeansplaycafe.com
20 Tuesday MIAMI-DADE
Yoga for Kids with Litana Somoano. For ages 6-14. 6-6:30 p.m. West Dade Regional, 9445 SW 24th St, Miami. mdpls.org
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FREE Math and Logic Class. See how children ages 6-11 perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4:15 p.m. IMACS Fort Lauderdale, 1750 E. Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org
PALM BEACH
Mummy and Me Days. Story time for children 18 months to 4 years. $10 adults, ages 4 and younger free. 10 a.m. South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach. 561-832-2026 or sfsciencecenter.org
21 Wednesday MIAMI-DADE
Sunny Serenade. Free live musical entertainment. 7:30-9 p.m. Heritage Park, 19200 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach. sibfl.net
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Sharkey’s Story Time. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Alvin Sher-
Ongoing. State-of-the art 7D capsule theater uses a 3D aviation film, moving seats, and multi-sensory effects to create an educational and exciting experience. Museum of Discovery and Science and AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. 954467-6637 or mods.org
man Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd, Fort Lauderdale. 954-262-5477 or browardlibrary.org
AMAZON VOYAGE: VICIOUS FISHES AND OTHER RICHES
Ongoing. Hands-on activities, multimedia presentations, storytelling, live fish, original artifacts, dance, music and live demonstrations. $10.95 ages 3-12, $14.95 adults. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science, 3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami. 305646-4200 or miamisci.org
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Crafty Wednesday. Polar bear masks craft for ages 2-6. Class $6. 3-3:45 p.m. Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Café 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens. Coolbeansplaycafe.com
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Create an African Gawu Tapestry. Ages 5-12 learn about artist El Anutsi while creating their own tapestry using recycled materials. 10-11 a.m. Hispanic Branch Library, 1398 SW 1st St #100, Miami. mdpls.org
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Story Time. Stories, songs and finger plays for parents and children. 11-11:30 a.m. Boca Raton Children’s Museum, 498 Crawford Blvd, Boca Raton. cmboca.org
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Friday Night Fire. Educational program. $6. 7:309:30 p.m. 3401 SW 72nd Ave., Nature Center, Miami. 305-662-4124
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Weston Winter Safety Expo. Police, fire and rescue vehicles, entertainment, games, winter wonderland photo area, hot chocolate, cookies. 6-8:30 p.m. Tequesta Trace Park, 600 Indian Trace, Weston. 954-389-4321 or westonfl.org
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Skunk Feeding. Presentation about Striped Skunk, George, as he’s fed. 3:15-3:30 p.m. Daggerwing Nature Center, 11435 Park Access Road, Boca Raton. 561-6298760 or pbcgov.com
24 Saturday MIAMI-DADE
5th Annual Dan Marino Foundation WalkAbout Autism & Expo. Festival-infused walk. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sun Life Stadium, 347 Don Shula Drive, Miami Gardens. 305-558-8877
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PALM BEACH
FREE Math and Logic Class. Parents see firsthand how their children ages 6-11 perform, think and respond to new ideas. 1 p.m. IMACS Boca Raton, 23172 Sandalfoot Plaza Drive, Boca Raton. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org
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José Martí Commemorative Parade. 10-11 a.m. Walker Park, 800 W. 29th St., Hialeah. hialeahfl.gov
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Celebrate the Arts in Weston Town Center. Visual arts, performance, dancing, literary art. 12-5 p.m. 1675 Market St, Weston. 954-389-4321 or westonfl.org
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Hammock Trails. Free quarter-mile guided walk. 2-3:30 p.m. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton. gumbolimbo.org
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Reading With Your Child - Families Build Better Readers. Dynamic reading workshop for parents and students. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Miami Lakes Branch Library, 1398 SW First St. #100, Miami. mdpls.org
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Wags and Tales. Read to Therapy Dogs. 4-5 p.m. Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd, Fort Lauderdale. 954-262-5477 or browardlibrary.org
PALM BEACH
“Tail Waggin Tutor.” Read to a therapy dog. 3:304:30 p.m. Spanish River Library, 1501 NW Spanish River Blvd, Boca Raton. 561-393-7852 or bocalibrary.org
27 Tuesday MIAMI-DADE
Creative Corner. Arts and crafts, board games, origami and more. 4:30-5:30 p.m. North Dade Regional, 2455 NW 183rd St, Miami Gardens. mdpls.org
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Twilight Tales. Stories and crafts for all ages. 7-7:45 p.m. South Regional/BC Library, 7300 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines. 954-201-8821 or browardlibrary.org
PALM BEACH
Toddler Tales. 10-10:30 a.m. Spanish RiverLibrary, 1501 NW Spanish River Blvd, Boca Raton. 561-3937852 or bocalibrary.org
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There is no way I can share all the ways Mrs. Blocker rocks in 150 words or less. First, my son is autistic and is in a general education classroom. My son has special needs and Mrs. Blocker loves him because of his special needs, not in spite of his special needs. She embraces his exceptionalities and tells me every time we speak how wonderful it is to have my son in her class. She is stern, loving, and motivational all in one seemingly effortless breath. She is commitment to all of her students, and that shines through in everything she does. Her passion for excellence and accountability in education has distinguished her. She is loaded with compassion, and that is what pushes her to excellence, and it is the driving force behind her success. Luckily she has enough to spare and I am so grateful she shares it with my special guy.
My teacher, Mrs. Michaud, rocks because of so many different things. She is always there to help you, no matter what the question or problem. She makes each student feel like they are special. I want to do my homework and get good grades to show her that she is a great teacher. She makes learning so much fun. If you met her, you would understand. I don’t want to leave her class when it is time to go.
You can tell when someone is passionate about her work, that that describes Berania Sosa, kindergarten teacher. She keeps parents updated with what was done in the class by subject and other announcements. She also maintains her website neatly with all the information you need. What impresses me the most is that she maintains such a good communication with her students and their families. We are lucky to have her. She is such an inspiration for her wonderful work with the kids.
Linda Blocker Second grade Silver Ridge Elementary
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