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Supermodel Niki Taylor shows giving blood is in style this summer By Joanie Cox-Henry
iki Taylor learned the importance of blood donation in a way she never imagined. After surviving a near fatal car accident in 2001, the severely injured supermodel received more than 100 units of blood from the Red Cross. “The Red Cross saved my life in more ways than one,” Taylor recently said during a phone interview at her home in Tennessee. Taylor was given blood from more than 300 donors and received more than 100 trans-
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fusions during her treatment at Grady Memorial Hospital in Georgia, where she spent eight weeks recovering after suffering severe liver trauma. “Every two seconds, somebody needs blood,” Taylor said. “It’s important to inspire people to donate blood because everyone has known someone who has required a blood donation.” During the summer months, the need for blood donations increases due to people going on vacations, and less people tend to come out to donate in the very warm weather, so Taylor encourages people not
to forget the importance of this cause. “Blood donors gave me a second chance at life,” said Taylor. “If it weren’t Niki Taylor for them, I wouldn’t be of other designers, encourages here.” blood donors to share their Now a mother of four, the stories on social media with Fort Lauderdale-born celebrity the hashtag #GiveInspires. “We was reunited with the blood love seeing selfies of donors donors who saved her life. “It with their bandages,” said Taywas very emotional getting to lor, who is also a spokesperson meet these wonderful people. for the 2015 Nexcare Give ProI was always wondering who gram. “Go to Nexcaregive.com rolled up their sleeves to save and find your local blood cenme,” Taylor said. ter to donate this summer and Taylor, who is still modelmake a difference.” ing for Talbots and a variety
Share the moonlight with a sea turtle Throughout the months of June and July, the Museum of Discovery and Science invites families to its Summer Time Moonlight Sea Turtle Walks. Participants first meet at the museum at 9 p.m. for an educational session on turtles (land, fresh water and salt water). A highlight is meeting the museum’s Ambassador Loggerhead sea turtle, Neptune, who is almost 1 year old and is set to be released into the ocean once he gets bigger. After the session, make the quick drive down to Fort Lauderdale beach. Parents, be prepared for a wait, possibly until after midnight, as guides search for any turtles coming ashore or currently on land. You might want to bring snacks (beach friendly and easy to transport) or download a stargazing app and take
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advantage of the clear skies. If a turtle is spotted, be prepared to walk 1-2 miles to see it on shore. Although the museum cannot guarantee a sea turtle on every walk, we were able to experience a turtle laying eggs and then heading back to sea; it’s a memory to last a lifetime. Sea Turtle Walks are offered 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays through July 9. Participants must be 9 or older. Reservations are required. Members, $18; non-members, $20. Contact the Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. 954-713-0930
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Miami-Dade County Public Schools is offering free, online, web-based programs for students in grades K-12 through the iSummer: Learning On-the-Go Program. The programs include apps, tools and games, and can be accessed 24 hours a day via the Student Portal. Programs are based on each student’s current grade level, and focus on language arts, reading, math, science, and SAT/ACT Test prep. Contact your child’s school, visit summerschool.dadeschools.net/iSummer.asp or call 305-995-4656.
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COVER UP! SUMMER IS HERE, AND SO ARE MOSQUITOES
By Bob LaMendola Florida Department of Health in Broward County
They buzz past your ear while you sleep. They swoop past the TV screen while the family is watching in the evening. They may circle your ankles outside the front door. They are Aedes mosquitoes, a little black variety of biters with white spots that are common summer nuisances but also can carry serious diseases. In South Florida, they live in close proximity to humans, even inside the house. Aedes mosquitoes are in the spotlight because they can spread the tropical virus chikungunya (pronounced chicken-GOON-ye), dengue fever, West Nile virus and other diseases that have appeared in Florida recently. The number of cases is small, but the diseases can be serious if untreated. As summer rains increase,
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Aedes and other mosquitoes are breeding in larger numbers. While you can’t eliminate them, you can minimize their presence. “Everyone should be aware of mosquitoes and take steps to protect themselves,” says Dr. Paula Thaqi, director of the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. “The best way to do that is to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes. We recommend a practice called Drain and Cover.” Drain standing water in and around the house. Eliminate even puddles, because Aedes can breed in containers as small as a bottle cap. Get rid of water collected in garbage cans, tires, buckets, roof gutters, pool covers, coolers, toys, flower pots and plants with pockets, such as bromeliads. Discard items where rain or sprinkler water collects. Clean bird baths and pet water bowls
twice a week. Inside the home, Aedes can breed where water collects, such as refrigerator ice makers, electric toothbrush holders and drips under sinks. Cover yourself and the openings in your home. If outdoors when mosquitoes are active, wear shoes, socks, long pants and long sleeves. You may spray bare skin and clothing with repellent (make sure it contains picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus or IR3535). Close windows and doors and repair damaged screens. As of June 1, no Floridian had contracted a mosquitoborne illness this year unless they were bitten in another country. Last year, however, 11 Floridians were infected
with chikungunya from local mosquitoes (seven in South Florida); six contracted dengue fever locally (all in MiamiDade County); and 16 contracted West Nile virus (none in South Florida). Chikungunya did not appear in the Western Hemisphere until 2013, but spread quickly in the Caribbean and Florida last year. It spreads when a mosquito bites an infected person, gets the virus and then bites someone else. More information: www.floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/mosquito-borne-diseases To report mosquito infestation: In Broward County, 954765-4062 or www.broward. org/Streets/Mosquito/Pages/ MosquitoSprayRequest.aspx. In Palm Beach County, 561-9676480 or www.pbcgov.com/erm/ mosquito/servicerequest.htm. In Miami-Dade County, 311 or http://miamidade.gov/wps/portal/ Main/reportproblems.
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Summer Safety Tips Source: American Academy of Pediatrics, June 2014
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Families should attend community fireworks displays run by professionals rather than using fireworks at home.
PLAYGROUND SAFETY
Avoid areas where insects nest or congregate, such as stagnant pools of water, uncovered foods and gardens where flowers are in bloom. DON’T USE scented soaps, perfumes or hair sprays on your child.
Make sure children CANNOT REACH any moving parts that might pinch or trap any body part.
BICYCLE SAFETY A helmet protects your child from serious injury, and should ALWAYS BE WORN.
PARENTS SHOULD SUPERVISE children on play equipment to make sure they are safe.
When purchasing a helmet, look for a label or sticker that says the helmet meets the CPSC safety standard.
SKATEBOARD, SCOOTER, IN-LINE SKATING AND HEELYS SAFETY
Helmets are particularly important for PREVENTING AND MINIMIZING HEAD INJURIES.
Children should NEVER RIDE skateboards or scooters in or near moving traffic.
Children under the age of should be closely supervised at all times.
ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES Children who are TOO YOUNG to have a driver's license should not be allowed to operate or ride off-road vehicles.
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LAWN MOWER SAFETY DO NOT ALLOW children to ride as passengers on ride-on mowers. Keep children out of the yard while mowing.
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Correcting a Newborn’s Ear Abnormalities Without Surgery By Chad Perlyn, MD
Many infants are born with ears that have an abnormal shape. One ear might be folded over itself, making it difficult for sounds to travel down the ear canal. Or sometimes both ears protrude forward, making them especially noticeable. While a few of these types of congenital ear abnormalities can lead to hearing problems, most so-called “cup ears” or “lop ears” are relatively mild and may even be overlooked by parents. However, unless they are corrected soon after birth, these ear abnormalities may affect a child’s self-esteem. In the past, craniofacial surgeons would wait until the cartilage in the ear had developed, usually age 5 to 7, before using surgical procedures to change the shape of the ear lobes. Now, there is a much better approach for correcting these types of abnormalities at an early age without surgery. Specialized orthopedic molds are customized for each infant. The molds are then inserted into the lobes, where they apply a gentle continuous pressure to reshape the ear. The molds are held in place with surgical tape, and there is no pain or discomfort for the child. Usually, the molds are checked and adjusted every seven to 14 days as the ear gradually moves into a more normal configuration. The overall process usually takes several weeks and results in excellent outcomes, both immediately and over the long term. In most cases, there is no need for further treatments. The best results come from customized molds made specifically for your child and adjusted as needed by medical professionals. Most insurance companies will cover this procedure, which is simpler and far more cost-effective than surgical corrections later in life.
Early treatment is the key It is very important to treat these types of ear conditions within six to eight weeks after birth. That’s because a newborn still has the mother’s hormones circulating in his or her bloodstream. Those hormones keep the ear cartilage soft, making it relatively easy to correct the abnormality using molds. In some ways, this process is like planting a new tree in your yard. If the young tree has a bend in the trunk, you can use a rope and stakes to pull it to a straight upright position – something that’s almost impossible with an older, mature tree. By the time an infant is 3 months old, those maternal hormones are largely gone, and the cartilage in the ear lobe has begun to harden. That means molds alone may not be able to correct the problem. However, if you have a toddler, an older child or an adolescent with an abnormal ear, you should see a craniofacial specialist and have the condition evaluated. There are different types of surgical procedures that can help correct the problem. In some cases, cartilage or skin grafts may be needed to create a more normal appearance. In any case, parents who are concerned about a newborn’s ear abnormality should talk with a doctor as soon as possible to determine the most appropriate treatment. Chad Perlyn, MD, is a plastic surgeon at the Craniofacial Center of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, Miami Children’s Health System.
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Have you ever found yourself eating when you were not truly hungry? I’m sure we have all eaten for reasons other than hunger: stress, fatigue, being bored, happy, sad, angry, or just because it is put in front of us. This is called mindless eating. This can lead to consuming excessive amounts of calories, which can lead to weight gain and poor eating habits. Here are a few ways to avoid mindless eating and help with portion control:
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the entire box or bag of something, you will tend to eat more than you intended or should. Look at the food label to see what a proper serving is. Keep fruit out on the counter; if there is a cookie jar on the counter, you will reach for cookies because they are in plain sight. Put healthy foods at eye level in the refrigerator, freezer and pantry. Use smaller plates, bowls and cups. Our eyes are bigger than our stomachs; if you have a larger dish, you want to fill it up more than a smaller one. Eat slowly; try putting your fork or spoon down between each bite and chewing each bite of food for 30 seconds.
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We all need to learn to eat to the point of being satisfied, not continue to eat until we feel like our stomach may burst. Food is readily available, so we don’t need to eat enough to keep full for the entire day … and we shouldn’t do that. Try eating just enough food to satisfy you for a few hours until it is time for a snack or
the next meal. Many adults were raised to eat everything on their plate
and not to waste food. We have to get rid of the cleanyour-plate method. Children (and adults) have to learn to eat when they are hungry and stop when they are satisfied. When told to clean their plate, children do not learn how to regulate hunger and are taught to overeat. It’s OK to have leftovers. We also need to learn how to manage feelings without food. Many people are stress eaters, so instead of eating, go for a walk, do some yoga or deep breathing, or call a friend. If kids are home during the summer months, make sure they stay busy to avoid wandering into the kitchen and eating out of boredom. Building healthy habits now will set the stage for healthy eating into adulthood. Poor eating habits that are built in childhood are difficult to break as an adult. So focus on eating for the right reason (hunger), and eat to live rather than living to eat.
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family » travel a free fireworks display and laser show around Lake Eola in downtown Orlando. Visitors and residents can pack picnic baskets and bring blankets for an oldfashioned summertime picnic. Admission is free. Visit cityoforlando.net. FORT MYERS – Downtown Fort Myers sets the scene for the Fourth of July Freedom Fest with free live music, children’s activities and fireworks in the Historic River District from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4th. Fireworks are slated to begin at 9:30 p.m. Admission is free. Visitors can bring their own lawn chairs. Visit fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com/?page_id=10. PANAMA CITY BEACH – Panama City Beach celebrates the Fourth of the July with reportedly the largest fireworks display on the Gulf Coast at Pier Park. Families can enjoy a day filled with live entertainment, children’s activities, tasty food and drinks, and breathtaking fireworks displays at multiple locations. Log on to panamacitysun.com/july-4th-fireworks/. ST. AUGUSTINE – The Fourth of July Concert & Fireworks in St. Augustine includes a free, two-hour concert by the All Star Orchestra in the historic Plaza de la Constitucion, 1 South Castillo Drive, in the heart of the Old City. The concert starts at 6 p.m., and one of the East Coast’s largest fireworks displays bursts above the ancient Castillo de San Marcos and reflects in the waters of Matanzas Bay beginning at 9:30 p.m. The 20-minute show is synchronized to a patriotic soundtrack. Best vantage points for viewing the fireworks are located along the bayfront between the Castillo and the Bridge of Lions. Visit floridashistoriccoast.com.
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Talking your kids into wearing their sunscreen is a lot easier with Glitter Tots Sparkle Screen. The mineral-based protection comes in an easy-to-spread lotion filled with pink or gold glitter that lets your little one feel like a superstar while also helping mom and dad see if they missed a spot. Glitter Tots’ Jungle Screen SPF 30+ with Bug Repellant adds citronella, vanilla, peppermint, cedar and lemongrass to its gold-glitter sunscreen to keep the bugs away while protecting your little one’s skin. The Jungle Screen’s easy roll-on application is a big kid-pleaser as well. $16.95, glittertots.com
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11000 Red Road, Pinecrest Pinecrest-fl.gov, 305-669-6990 A true hidden gem in south Miami-Dade County, Pinecrest Gardens offers a wide range of activities, including some specifically tailored for kids. Among the highlights: a playground, botanical gardens, petting zoo, life-size chess and checkers, a water-play area and flashlight tours. Pinecrest Gardens is also an ideal setting to view South Florida wildlife, as children can sit and watch swans swim across the water at its “Swan Lake” location. A variety of summer camps encourage learning, and kids can even sprout a green thumb with one of the horticulture workshops.
CheChe Kole Hairbows Storytimes at Alvin Sherman Library 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Nova.edu/library, 954-262-4600 With a focus on building lifelong reading habits and seeking to improve literacy in South Florida, the Alvin Sherman Library at NSU created this popular reading program for young children. Kids can enjoy books, songs and other activities that promote an interest in reading and engage them in the world online with approved websites recommended by librarians. The all-star program invites parents of children with ASD to experience a special storytime with their little one. Children can also earn rewards during the summer reading program.
Broadway Kids Studio 9042 W. State Road 84, Davie BroadwayKidsStudio.com, 954-693-7500 When schools tighten budgets, resources for sports and performing arts are often reduced. Broadway Kids Studio looks to fill the lack of instruction in core subjects, such as art, music and theater, and enhance intellectual and social development in young children. A talented staff of professionals leads group classes and private lessons in acting, dancing, singing and musical instruments. The studio’s after-school program includes several group classes per week and pick-up from some local schools. BKS also offers seasonal performing camps and competitions for aspiring young professionals to showcase their talents.
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3301 Coral Way, Miami Facebook.com/chechekolegirls, 305-467-2971 Offering a different -- and fun -- spin on an everyday accessory, this shop at the posh Miracle Marketplace has customers stocking up on hair bows and other cute items. CheChe Kole prides itself on innovative designs, including ones featuring Peppa Pig, the minions from the movie “Despicable Me” and themes from Disney. The store masterfully works with different colors and patterns, giving girls the opportunity for a different look throughout the week. Nonslip headbands and custom orders are also available.
Safari Edventure 23700 SW 142nd Ave., Homestead SafariEdventure.com, 305-238-9453 Combining educational lessons in an adventurous setting, Safari Edventure offers visitors an up-close experience with dozens of animal species from five different continents. From this south Miami-Dade location, discover kangaroos, anteaters, lemurs, monkeys, armadillos, porcupines, wolves, snakes and more. The beautiful landscape is also filled with more than 100 native and exotic trees that provide an interactive learning experience. A camp is offered during the summer, and the safari also hosts birthday events both at the park or at your home.
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GreenPath Baby 401 Northlake Blvd., Suite 7, North Palm Beach GreenPathBaby.com, 561-877-1588 One of the more overlooked aspects of caring for a newborn is selecting the correct diaper for the little one. GreenPath Baby, a mom-owned establishment in Palm Beach County, is here to help. Inside, parents can discover the best cloth diaper, as well as other natural products for babies, at a price that is suitable for all families. The trained and knowledgeable staff will guide you through the selection process, and clothdiapering classes with certified instructors are offered every month. GreenPath Baby also has a secondary location in conjunction with Forever Young Consignment shop in Tequesta.
Less Drama More Mama Delray Beach LessDramaMoreMama.com Every parent will encounter some hurdles when raising a child, especially the first, but thankfully there is no shortage of information to help. Less Drama More Mama is one of the premier advice sites in South Florida for topics such as parenting, couples and self-care -- all with the goal of helping individuals become more calm and connected parents. Creator Pam Howard, the mother of two girls, coaches students through a private class that has been described as stimulating and motivating. Howard also keeps archived entries on her website to use as a resource.
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Tijuana Taxi Co. TijuanaTaxiCo.com 901 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, 954-344-9201 4400 S. University Drive, Davie, 954-472-5008 It might be tough to find a restaurant that offers a more diverse menu of Mexican specialties than this popular eatery. Cooking up quesadillas, burritos and fajitas, as well as a wide range of house specialties and combo plates (hello, taco fiesta!), Tijuana Taxi Co. is an ideal spot for finicky eaters. Guests can find additional options beyond Mexican on menus specifically tailored for kids 13 and younger. Sundays are kids’ nights at both locations, where little ones eat for less than a buck off the kids menu.
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Versailles Restaurant 3555 SW 8th St., Miami VersaillesRestaurant.com, 305-444-0240 A popular backdrop for politicians on the campaign trail, Versailles remains arguably the most recognized Cuban restaurant in South Florida. The Little Havana institution, which originated in 1971, has catered to thousands of tourists and locals with a menu that boasts an array of traditional Cuban dishes, sandwiches, desserts and beverages. The children’s menu (12 and under) offers more kid-friendly picks, including grilled cheese, chicken tenders, burgers and spaghetti. Venture in at the right time, and you might just rub shoulders with a future president.
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Stir Crazy Fresh Asian Grill Town Center at Boca Raton, 6000 Glades Road, Boca Raton StirCrazy.com, 561-338-7500 Now in its 20th year, Stir Crazy allows diners to assemble their own wok-tossed dishes from a menu that includes 20 fresh ingredients and a variety of sauces. Not in the mood for a hot entree? The Boca Raton restaurant has sushi on the menu, with four different rolls to choose from. Vegetarians can find plenty of options, as the menu is customizable with tofu and vegetables to go along with its chicken, beef or shrimp selections. The kids’ menu (for guests under 10) includes some non-Asian dishes and comes with ice cream.
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Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar RoccosTacos.com 1313 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-524-9550 224 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, 561-650-1001 5250 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton, 561-416-2131 5090 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, 561-623-0127 Take one step into this local chain, and you’ll get the impression you’ve strolled into a Mexican cantina. You might not want to leave. Always a fiesta inside, Rocco’s has become the go-to spot for delicious tacos, quesadillas, burritos and other delights from south of the border. Diners can even watch as their guacamole is prepared right at the table. Hot dogs, chicken tenders and pasta are among the options on the $5 kids’ menu. For the adults, Rocco’s also offers a drink menu that boasts more than 400 varieties of tequila.
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Chipotle Multiple locations in the tri-county area Chipotle.com There aren’t many restaurants that offer the same menu options both children and adults will devour, but Chipotle remains a popular destination in that regard. Complete with its pick-your-own-food assembly line, the Mexican-inspired chain is revered for its healthier options and customizable menu that allows customers to enjoy their selections in a bowl, burrito, taco or salad. The kids’ menu offers the choice between a taco kit of soft or crispy tacos and a small quesadilla with a side of rice and beans. Both options are served with seasonal fruit and juice or organic milk.
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Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor 128 S. Federal Highway, Dania Beach JaxsonsIceCream.com, 954-923-4445 Turn back the clock and revisit a time when
life was simpler and families ate dinner without being on a cell phone. Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor, which houses one of the nation’s largest collections of rural American memorabilia, has an old-fashioned look and feel. The walls are adorned with license plates, most being gifts from patrons returning from trips, and the smell of freshly popped popcorn fills the air. Jaxson’s menu is vast, with salads, sandwiches, hot dogs, wraps, veggie burgers and more. A kids’ menu is also available. Famous for its ice cream and sundaes, Jaxson’s menu seems endless and will keep you coming back for more. The old-fashioned candy store includes a variety of options along with novelty toys and stuffed animals.
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The Big Cheese 8080 SW 67th Ave., Miami, BigCheeseMiami.com, 305-662-6855 350 N. Homestead Blvd., Homestead, BigCheeseHomestead.com, 305-247-0657 With more than 10 specialty pies, overstuffed calzones and an extensive list of pasta dinners, The Big Cheese remains one of South Miami-Dade’s best pizza joints. Adding a special taste to its pizza is Grande Mozzarella -- a cheese imported from Wisconsin and considered the best brand in the country. The multiple Kids Crown winner, which also offers delivery and take-out, has party platters that include its handmade pasta dishes, salads and 6-foot subs. The kids’ menu (12 and under) contains chicken tenders, buffalo wings, a shrimp basket and pizza by the slice.
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Boston’s on the Beach 40 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach BostonsOnTheBeach.com, 561-278-3364 Hungry beachgoers can receive a dose of New England food and atmosphere at this restaurant that sits beside the Atlantic Ocean. While gazing at the collection of Boston sports memorabilia plastered throughout the restaurant, patrons can select from an expansive menu that includes regional classics, such as lobster rolls and fish and chips. Want to soak in the sun? Grab a seat outside and enjoy the ocean view while sipping on a soda or a frozen concoction from the neighboring Sandbar. Guests can bring their four-legged friends to relax on the Pooch Patio, complete with canine cuisine and beverages.
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Five Guys Multiple locations in the tri-county area FiveGuys.com So, you think you’ve pegged the perfect toppings for your burger? Step into a Five
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Guys and think again. Not only will you find your traditional lettuce, tomatoes and pickles, but this free toppings menu also boasts grilled onions and mushrooms, jalapeños, green peppers and a variety of different sauces to pile high on your burger, hot dog, grilled cheese or veggie sandwich. It will be a challenge to cram all the fixins between the buns without toppling the burger, which also comes in smaller sizes for kids. Don’t forget the fries, made fresh in peanut oil.
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Grand Lux Cafe GrandLuxCafe.com Aventura Mall, 19575 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura, 305-932-9113 Sawgrass Mills, 1780 Sawgrass Mills Circle, Sunrise, 954-838-9711 Town Center at Boca Raton, 6000 Glades Road, Boca Raton, 561-392-2141 If you choose to dine at Grand Lux Cafe, a sister restaurant of The Cheesecake Factory, it might take some time to select an entree. Navigating the very extensive menu is no quick feat. Even the appetizer list contains almost 20 enticing options. But once you get past the first few pages, you will find an assortment of burgers (veggie included), sandwiches, steaks, pastas and pizzas. Cap off your dining experience with one of the delectable desserts -- all of which are baked to order.
Best Seafood Restaurant BROWARD
Rustic Inn 4331 Anglers Ave., Fort Lauderdale RusticInn.com, 954-584-1637 Rustic Inn has been a staple in Broward County for years. Fresh fish, mussels, oysters and other seafood dishes are on the menu as well as their world-famous garlic crabs. Chicken, pasta and other non-seafood specialties are also available. The kids’ menu includes favorites such as popcorn shrimp, fried clam strips and pasta with marinara sauce. Enjoy a waterfront view and eat on the dock or in the main dining room. But ask almost any child what they remember most about a recent visit to Rustic Inn, and you’re sure to get the same answer – smashing and eating crab legs with mallets!
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Joe’s Stone Crab 11 Washington Ave., Miami Beach JoesStoneCrab.com, 305-673-0365
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For more than 100 years, people have been enjoying the food at Joe’s Stone Crab. Started by Joe Weiss in 1913, the restaurant became a place for celebrities such as Al Capone, Amelia Earhart and J. Edgar Hoover to dine. Today, the crowds still pack the tables and enjoy delicious seafood. Aside from the stone crab, guests can enjoy favorites such as Lobster Mac & Cheese, Half Fried Chicken, Wild Oysters and BoneIn Dry Aged Ribeye. Just be aware: There is no kid’s menu and strollers are not permitted in the dining area.
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7940 Glades Road, Boca Raton BuckheadRestaurants.com/city-fish-market, 561-487-1600 Set on a beautiful lake, the atmosphere of City Fish Market is relaxing and inviting. Lunch is offered Monday through Friday, and the dinner menu is available 7 days a week. An extensive list of fresh fish is featured along with favorites such as a Stuffed Lobster Tail, Surf & Turf and Broiled Seafood Platter. Sunday through Thursday there is a $44 three-course meal menu available. The kids’ menu includes a large variety of choices, such as fresh fish, chicken fingers and linguini with butter or marinara sauce for $9.95, which comes with a side and a drink.
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Bonefish Grill Multiple locations in the tri-county area BonefishGrill.com The atmosphere when you walk into a Bonefish Grill is warm and inviting with a touch of elegance. Enjoy the fresh fish and seafood of an expensive restaurant without the high prices. Bonefish Grill is open for brunch, lunch and dinner, and favorites include the Sirloin and Crab Cake Dinner, Bang Bang Shrimp and Blackened Baja Fish Tacos. Try a variety of fresh fish off the rotating seasonal fish choices. Kids’ menu choices include popcorn shrimp, mac n’ cheese, fish strips or chicken tenders served with a choice of veggies or fries and a drink.
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Mia Cake House 1739 N. University Drive, Plantation MiaCakeHouse.com, 954-319-0939 Love cake? Well, at Mia’s Cake house, not only can you buy some of the most deli-
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cious cakes you’ve ever tasted, but you can also learn to create your own masterpiece. Learn the art of cake decorating, fondant fundamentals and more. Classes range from beginners to advanced and cover a variety of topics, including Cookie Decorating 101, Princess Cake Class and Cake Pop Decorating. Birthday parties are available for children and adults; guests can choose between decorating cookies, cupcakes or a cake. Summer camp is also available.
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Knaus Berry Farm 15980 SW 248th St., Homestead KnausBerryFarm.com, 305-247-0668 Family owned and operated for more than 50 years, Knaus Berry Farm sells an assortment of baked goods, including cinnamon rolls, cookies and pies, as well as jam, jellies and produce. The farm is open seasonally Monday through Saturday from November to mid-April and closed on Sundays. You can even handpick your own strawberries and tomatoes, but call for u-pick availability.
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Paris Bakery & Café 212 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach ParisBakeryCafe.com, 561-820-9281 Open for breakfast and lunch, Paris Bakery & Café serves up delicious baked goods, breakfast specials, homemade soups and lunch specials. Bakery favorites include baguettes, croissants, turnovers and cookies. Crepes, paninis and desserts are also must-haves. Daily specials and Saturday brunch is available as well as delivery and catering.
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5 locations: Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines and Sunrise. A sixth location will be opening in North Palm Beach. DorisMarket.com Originally started as a mom-and-pop meat market and deli, Doris Italian Market & Bakery has been serving South Florida for more than 65 years. Walking through the store, you can’t help but stop and look at the amazing display of authentic Italian cookies, cakes, pastries and breads. Can’t decide on just one? Take home a cookie or pastry platter that offers a variety of treats. Brides and grooms can even have the cake artists at Doris’ create a masterpiece for their special day. Aside from the bakery, the store features an Italian grocery store and meat market.
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1201 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale CroissanTime.com, 954-565-8555 The smell of fresh bread and desserts fill the air when you walk through the doors of Croissan’ Time. The bakery is divided into three areas to help customers locate what they are looking for. Bread, cakes and pastries can be found in one area. Eclairs, Rum Baba and Tiramisu can be found here, or buy a loaf of fresh baked bread right out of the oven. The second area is dedicated to fine foods such as cheeses and wines. The third area is space to enjoy all these goodies. Catch a bite to eat, breakfast or lunch, or enjoy a cup of freshly squeezed juice or fresh brewed coffee.
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John The Baker 2116 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines JohnTheBaker.net , 954-252-0091 Looking for great Italian food at a reasonable price? Look no further. John The Baker Italian Restaurant makes everything in-house including handmade sausage and pastas. Try one of the restaurant’s pizzas: Meat Lovers, Vegetarian Special, Bruschetta pizza or choose your own toppings. Traditional favorites like Lasagna, Veal and Peppers, and Chicken Parmigiana are on the menu as well as soups, salads and sandwiches. The kids’ menu includes pizza, baked ziti, chicken nuggets and more. Finish your meal off with a piece of homemade tiramisu or a cannoli.
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Steve’s Pizza 12101 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami 305-891-0202 Known throughout town for their sweet sauce and crisp crust, Steve’s Pizza has been the go-to spot for delicious pizza for more than 40 years. With the walls covered in graffiti and old-school arcade games, the pizza joint has a laid-back feel. Try a specialty pizza including Meat Lovers, Spinach Delight and Tomato Basil or create your own pizza with more than 20 toppings to choose from. Not hungry enough to eat a whole pizza? Not a problem – Steve’s makes slices! Hot subs, cold subs, pasta, salads, soups and Italian dinners are also on the menu.
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Grimaldi’s Coal Brick-Oven Pizzeria 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens GrimaldisPizzeria.com, 561-625-4665 Pizza from Grimaldi’s offers a unique flavor and crispy crust that only a coal-fired brick oven can make. The “special recipe” dough and pizza sauce, coupled with handmade mozzarella and fresh ingredients, add to the deliciousness of the pizza. Try a white or pesto pizza or create your own masterpiece with your favorite traditional toppings, such as pepperoni and sausage, or try something different, such as sun-dried tomatoes or jalapenos. Not in the mood for pizza? Try a calzone or variety of salads. Polish it off with a slice of cheesecake, tiramisu or a cannoli.
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Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza Multiple locations in the tri-county area Acfp.com A simple menu, fresh ingredients, unique style of cooking and a friendly staff are all factors that have made Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza what it is today. Taking about four minutes to cook in an 800-degree coal
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oven, the pizza develops its trademarked well-done flavor. From a traditional pizza with toppings to specialty pizzas such as Eggplant Marino (named after NFL player Dan Marino), Philly Cheesesteak and Roasted Cauliflower pizza, there are plenty of choices. Coal oven roasted chicken wings, family style dinners and coal oven sandwiches are also available.
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Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlour 128 S. Federal Highway, Dania Beach JaxsonsIceCream.com, 954-923-4445 Sure, there are bowls that ice cream can be housed in, but how about a kitchen sink? Jaxson’s, a South Florida landmark since 1956, offers hungry patrons the option of digging into the “Kitchen Sink” -- an overflowing mountain of ice cream that is reserved for larger parties. The unique item is just one of dozens of options on a frozen menu that includes hot fudge sundaes, banana splits, milkshakes and countless other creations. All ice cream and toppings are prepared fresh daily in-house. And no visit would be complete without a stroll
through the old-fashioned candy store where rock candy, wax lips, candy necklaces and other novelty items line the shelves.
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Dylan’s Candy Bar 801 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach DylansCandyBar.com, 305-531-1988 To say Dylan’s Candy bar is a place to get candy is a complete understatement. Your senses will go into overload with the bright colored décor and what seems like unlimited rows of candy. An oversized lollipop tree and candy cane columns centerpiece the store, and guests can hear candy songs and commercials while they look through thousands of candy options – even the walls and stairs have candy printed on them! An ice cream & dessert parlor dishes out sweet treats for the kids while the Candy Cocktail Bar is a treat for adults. The store features a second-floor balcony that can be rented out for birthday parties and other private events.
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When stepping into Sloan’s Ice Cream, the first thing you’ll notice is the smell of freshly baked waffle cones, brownies and cookies. The second is the brightly colored walls and décor, which let you know you’ve come to the right place. With more than 50 flavors of ice cream, including flavors such as Mom’s Apple Pie, Coffee & Doughnuts, Ginger Snappy and Mud Pie, there is a flavor for everyone. Smoothies, shakes and more than a dozen sundae options are also available. The shop also offers a huge selection of candy as well as candy apples and homemade fudge.
options including Carrot Cake, Warm Apple Crisp, Chocolate Tower Truffle Cake and Strawberry Shortcake. But that’s not all – ice cream can also be found on the dessert menu. The Cheesecake Factory’s vast menu features a variety of food options from salads and pizzas to pasta, steak and seafood.
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Char-Hut Multiple locations in Broward County CharHut.com Few restaurant slogans truly encapsulate that establishment at an accurate level. But Char-Hut is one of the exceptions. At the five locations sprinkled throughout Broward County, hungry customers truly find that “one bite says it all” as they choose from an appealing menu of steak burgers, chicken sandwiches and hot dogs. For the non-carnivores, Char-Hut supplies a veggie burger and a black bean burger that are made fresh. Side items include a handful of variations on French fries and arrive large enough to share. Junior Meals are loaded as well, and come with a drink and cookie.
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The Cheesecake Factory Locations in the tri-county area TheCheesecakeFactory.com With more than 200 locations around the country, The Cheesecake Factory is wellknown for its extensive dessert menu. Over 35 cheesecake options are available, including Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecake, Oreo Dream Extreme Cheesecake, White Chocolate Raspberry Truffle and Ultimate Red Velvet Cake Cheesecake. If you’re not a cheesecake lover, there are plenty of other
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Shake Shack ShakeShack.com 1111 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, 305-434-7787 1450 S. Dixie Highway, Coral Gables, 786-470-3701 With burger joints seemingly popping up everywhere throughout South Florida, Shake Shack stands out for its simple, yet scrumptious, menu of hamburgers, hot dogs and fries. Additionally, the crisp-filled Portobello mushroom stuffed with two different cheeses offers a tasty alternative to meat. Patrons can also discover a frozen custard specifically tailored for each establishment. At the Miami Beach and Coral Gables spots, try flavors that include unique spins on Key Lime Pie and Rice Krispies Treats. Just try not to get too much of a brain freeze.
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The Office 201 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach TheOfficeDelray.com, 561-276-3600 Situated in the center of bustling Atlantic Avenue, this casual location offers mouth-
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watering burger options that include blue crab and bison along with the traditional cheeseburger stacked with the usual toppings. The outdoor area provides a neighborhood vibe to The Office, which has been a pillar on the busy Delray strip since 2009, and it offers a relaxed atmosphere for taking in the sights and sounds of the avenue. The diverse menu also includes steaks, pasta and an array of seafood, including fresh fish dishes well-suited adults.
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BurgerFi Multiple locations in the tri-county area BurgerFi.com Priding itself on being more of a gourmet restaurant and less of a burger joint, BurgerFi strives to give diners a different take on traditional American fare. Its burgers are devoid of any hormones or antibiotics and are never frozen prior to cooking. Patrons can choose from a modest, yet carefully crafted, menu that includes angus burgers in traditional form or topped with breakfast items, such as a fried egg. A veggie burger composed of quinoa and vegetables is also made from scratch. Locations are spread throughout South Florida, as the chain continues to grow in popularity.
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Le Tub 1100 N. Ocean Drive, Hollywood TheLeTub.com, 954-921-9425 Long renowned for its way-too-big-for-abun burgers, this Broward County institution also garners praise for its picturesque location on the Intracoastal Waterway. Customers can dine outdoors while surveying native birds gliding inches from the water and watching fish congregate by the docks. Like the view, the burgers speak for themselves. The enormous -- and delicious -- 13-ounce sirloin burger is enough to feed two people or even a small family. And don’t just take our word for it -- the burger has earned acclaim from Oprah Winfrey, who added the patty to her list of “20 Hamburgers You Must Eat Before You Die.”
Charm City Burger Company 1136 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach CharmCityBurgers.com, 954-531-0300 Cruise down Hillsboro Boulevard too fast and you might miss Charm City’s nondescript storefront. That is, if the wonderful aroma doesn’t lure you in. Five premium steak burgers await inside, as well as a handful of other creations, including burgers made of sausage, lamb and ahi tuna. Don’t worry, vegetarians, there’s one for
Flippo’s offers modern, unique, and engaging activities for kids including:
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Come celebrate with Flippo and friends for your next birthday! We offer packages to make your party planning a breeze, or we’ll work with you to customize your child’s birthday to meet your needs.
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you, too. The burgers, all priced under $10, are carefully cooked to ensure the patties arrive to your mouth bursting with flavor. For kids 8 and under, Charm City offers a junior version of its classic burger, chicken tenders and grilled cheese.
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plates such as egg-white omelettes, crepes stuffed with fruit and handmade granola, and traditional pancakes, waffles and French toast. Some of the wholesome meals are also extended to the kids’ menu, which also includes chocolate chip pancakes and sandwiches.
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First Watch FirstWatch.com 4715 N. Ocean Drive, Lauderdale-by-theSea, 754-220-6923 3644 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, 954429-2901 12594 W. Sunrise Blvd., Sunrise, 954-8461313 Nearly everyone appreciates breakfast food, and First Watch remains a prime location to enjoy that first meal of the day. Guests are treated with exemplary service while being greeted at their table with a fresh pot of coffee and complimentary newspapers and Wi-Fi access. Freshness is the focus of the menu, which offers health-conscious
3468 Main Highway, Coconut Grove GreenStreetCafe.net, 305-444-0244 A popular spot for people-watching, this South Florida landmark reflects the European flair of eateries also being considered meeting places for guests. Pancakes (name the flavor and they likely have it), omelettes (with a delightful array of cheeses to choose from for filling) and French toast are among the highlights of the breakfast menu. Lighter options include scrambled eggs, bagels and fruits. Adding to the atmosphere is the common possibility of encountering athletes, actors or politicians at the cafe. GreenStreet also serves lunch, dinner, brunch and has a late-night menu.
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Juno Beach Cafe 13967 U.S. Highway 1, Juno Beach JunoBeachCafe.com, 561-622-1533 Despite being located adjacent to one of the busiest intersections in Palm Beach County, the Juno Beach Cafe doesn’t need much help luring customers inside. The menu and friendly staff at this familyoperated establishment just feet from the Atlantic Ocean takes care of that just fine. An assortment of tempting dishes from jumbo omelettes to house specialties adorn the breakfast menu, which is served all day (always a plus). The kids’ menu serves up plenty of choices for the little ones, which come with milk and a cup of fruit.
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The Original Pancake House Multiple locations in the tri-county area OriginalPancakeHouseFlorida.com With so many options, it’s tough to choose just one set of pancakes at this national chain restaurant that has been satisfying customers for more than 60 years. And we’re not talking about the usual flapjack
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fillings of blueberries or bananas. Those traditional selections are available, but on this menu you’ll also find pancakes stuffed with real bits of bacon, fresh apples, lingonberries and much more. Don’t worry, non-pancake menu items include egg specialties, waffles and crepes. From Monday through Friday, kids 12 and younger eat for free from the kids’ menu (with purchase of adult entree).
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Tijuana Taxi Co. TijuanaTaxiCo.com 901 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, 954-344-9201 4400 S. University Drive, Davie, 954-472-5008 Looking for authentic Mexican cuisine? Tijuana Taxi offers its guests huge portions of their favorite Mexican treats. On Sunday nights from 5 p.m. to close, kids 13 and under eat for 99¢ (normally $4.99) with the purchase of an adult meal. The kids’ menu varies for each location and includes options like Dos Tacos, Bean & Cheese Burrito and Quesadillas. There is also a Jr. Menu with items such as Ninos Nachos, Mini Chimi and Chiquito Palomilla. Kids will love Bobby the Balloon Guy and the classic car show at the Coral Springs location and Alyssa the Balloon Lady at the Davie location.
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Brother Jimmy’s BBQ 900 S. Miami Ave., Miami 5701 Sunset Drive, South Miami 11401 NW 12th St., Miami BrotherJimmys.com, 305-517-5124 Opened for brunch, lunch and dinner, Brother Jimmy’s BBQ serves up southern favorites: Carolina Pulled Pork, sliced Brisket, ribs – you name it, they’ve got it. Bring your little ones (12 and under) and receive a free kids meal for each adult entrée purchased. They have plenty to choose from, including chicken wings, burgers, chicken tenders and mac n’ cheese. Kid’s meals come with a choice of side and a free scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream.
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Yes! We did it again! 16 Valedictorians or Salutatorians have been St. Joan of Arc School Alumni at local high schools in the past 9 years, reaffirming that St. Joan of Arc is a foundation for the future! Congratulations Christian Falgons! 2015 Valedictorian at Pope JPII High School • High academic standards • Christ-centered community of faith • Emphasis on social justice and service • Technology skills essential in the 21st Century • Over 30 clubs including academics, sports and fine arts • State-of-the-art Sports Arena 1:1 Digital learning environment with • Extended care available daily in a safe and take home iPads in middle school secure campus • Pre-Kindergarten 3 – 8th Grade ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS • STEAM
and Lego Robotics & Aeroponic Plant Growth Technology • Tech Club • Digital Class • Math Games Club • Family Science Lab Nights STEP UP FOR STUDENTS • Spanish in all grades SCHOLARSHIP • Spanish Club P ARTICIPANTS WELCOMED • French Club • Italian Club • Choreography Hip Hop • Ballet • Irish Step Dance • Drama • Chess Club • Band • Violin • Book Clubs • eNewsletter PRE-K4 • Study & Organizational Skills TUITION DISCOUNT • Debate • Field Trips • Creative Culinary Club AVAILABLE • Fashion Design • Youth Toastmasters • Video Television Production • Hydroponic
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An all American restaurant with a sports edge – that’s what you’ll find at Alabama Joe’s. Menu includes classics like fried chicken, burgers, baby back ribs and sandwiches. On Tuesdays, kids 12 and younger eat free with an adult entrée purchase. Meals come with French fries, soft drink and ice cream. Choices include favorites such as mac & cheese, chicken tenders, spaghetti and hot dog sliders. Enjoy face painting by Peppermint Patty at the Lake Worth location and The Amazing Tomaso at Boynton Beach. For summer (June-August 2015), the “kids eat free” special has been extended to Monday through Thursday.
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IKEA 151 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise 1801 NW 117th Ave., Miami IKEA.com, 888-888-4532 Take some time to relax during a busy day of shopping and grab a bite to eat in the IKEA restaurant. Food options include favorites such as Swedish meatballs and made-to-order paninis, along with healthy kids options such as organic pasta, grilled chicken and veggie balls. On Tuesdays, with the purchase of an adult meal, enjoy up to two free kid’s meals (12 and under). Parents can also snag free organic baby food with any purchase. Sign up for IKEA Family, a free loyalty program, which includes freebies, special offers and event info. There are monthly family specials for the restaurant, so check the web site to see what’s available.
Best Places to keep your kids entertained during dinner BROWARD
Rainforest Café Sawgrass Mills Mall, 12801 W. Sunrise Blvd., Sunrise RainforestCafe.com, 954-851-1015 There is so much for kids to see and do at Rainforest Café that they’ll be asking to go back. A beautiful tropical rainforest décor sets the mood for delicious island-themed treats. Brightly colored fish swimming in large fish tanks and robotic wild animals throughout the restaurant are sure to keep kids entertained while waiting for food. Kids can choose from a variety of options, including grilled cheese, mini burgers, dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets, pizza and pasta. Meals come with a side and
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beverage. Located directly in front of the restaurant is a playground that keeps to the rainforest theme. Birthday parties, special events and educational tours are available.
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GameTime 5701 Sunset Drive, Suite 330, Miami GameTimePlayers.com, 305-667-4263 Let’s run down the list: skeeball, air hockey, billiards, redemption games and a bevy of traditional arcade classics and thrilling ride simulators. That still doesn’t cover the complete catalog of activities at this Sunset Place destination that will keep your little ones stimulated at every turn. Children have plenty to choose from, including arcade adaptations of Connect 4 and Deal or No Deal. Or grab a friend and test your skills in football and basketball contests. In between electronic duels, guests can select from a menu that includes kids’ meals and options perfect for sharing.
Parents won’t have a hard time finding things for kids to do at Boomers, which has a huge, state-of-the-art game room featuring tons of the latest video games and simulators. If video games don’t do it for them, there are a variety of other activities, including bumper cars, miniature golf, go karts, batting cages and laser tag. Kids are sure to work up an appetite. Hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza, chickens wings and more are offered at the food counter. Birthday, group and school packages are available.
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3100 Airport Road, Boca Raton BoomersParks.com, 561-347-1888
Multiple locations in the tri-county area Chick-fil-A.com
Chick-fil-A, a family owned business, wants you to “Eat Mor Chikin”! Offering only chicken options in the form of sandwiches, salads, nuggets and strips, the restaurant strives to serve healthier meals and provide the best customer service possible. Kid’s meals include a choice of chicken (chick-n-strips, nuggets or grilled nuggets), a side (squeezable apple sauce, waffle fries or a fruit cup) and a drink. Educational, interactive prizes come with every meal. Chick-fil-A can be found in malls, as drivethru only outlets and stand-alone restaurants. Many stand-alone locations feature an indoor playground. Just remember, all locations are closed on Sundays.
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Mai Kai 3599 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale MaiKai.com, 954-563-3272 We all know getting some kids to stay settled until their food arrives is a tough task when dining out. But it’s a little easier with a show to distract them, such as the Islander Revue at this authentic Polynesian restaurant. Guests can enjoy dances inspired by Polynesian heritage, drum competitions and -- perhaps the crown jewel -- fire dancing, all while choosing from an expansive menu that features tastes from the Pacific. A separate kids menu is available for guests 12 and under and includes a coloring book.
CREATIVE SUMMER ART ACADEMY
Two-week sessions starting: JULY 6, JULY 20 and AUGUST 3 Painting, Drawing, Ceramics, Sculpture, Photography, Printmaking, Digital Arts, Fashion Design GRADES 1 - 12
The Wreck Bar’s Mermaid Show B Ocean Resort, 1140 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale BOceanFortLauderdale.com, 954-564-1000 The Wreck Bar’s nautical theme and aquariums filled with colorful fish give guests the feeling they are trapped underwater in a sunken ship. Portholes above the bar provide views of the B Ocean’s main swimming pool and its famous live mermaid show. Donning seashell bras and beautiful mermaid tails, the aquatic performers flip and twirl underwater while blowing kisses to the audience. The free shows, roughly 30 minutes long, happen every Friday and Saturday night starting at 6:30 p.m. Drinks and food are available to order through the bar. Make sure to arrive early because space is limited and fills up fast.
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Be creative at the Art Museum's studio school!
Funding for NSU Art Museum's AutoNation Academy of Art + Design provided by Additional support provided by Community Foundation of Broward, Joan and Milton Baxt Foundation, Friends of NSU Art Museum, Beaux Arts, Lillian S. Wells Foundation, Mary N. Porter Funds designated by the Community Foundation of Broward, Sanjuan-Brown Hollywood Arts Foundation Inc., PNC Foundation, Wells Fargo, Jerry Taylor and Nancy Bryant Foundation. The AutoNation Academy of Art + Design is also supported by a matching grant from the David and Francie Horvitz Family Foundation.
Dave and Buster’s DaveAndBusters.com 3000 Oakwood Blvd., Hollywood, 954-923-5505 11481 NW 12th St., Suite E622, Miami, 305-468-1555 Play the biggest and best arcade games while enjoying a variety of snacks, meals and drinks from the restaurant or bar. Appetizers, burgers, entrees and other delicious options can be found on the menu, and there is also a kids’ menu. Whether gamers you’re subduing dinosaurs in Jurassic Park or saving Gotham City in the Batman game, there are plenty of exciting games to keep kids of all ages busy. Dave and Buster’s also features weekly specials. Monday through Friday, 4:30-7 p.m., play an hour of video games for only $10. On Wednesdays, enjoy half-price games or ask about the Eat & Play combo. Call ahead to see what specials are available.
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Best Special Needs Organization BROWARD
AEF Schools (Alternative Education Foundation) 4650 SW 61st Ave., Fort Lauderdale AefSchools.com, 954-581-8222 AEF offers average to above-average intelligent children, who are not excelling academically, socially and/or at home, a structured school environment to finetune their skills. Through an admission process and meeting, AEF will recommend a school (Elementary Prep, Middle Prep, High School Prep or Westham Academy) or program that best suits your child and will facilitate their learning and growth. AEF is dedicated to making sure every child gets the education they deserve. Pre-care and after-care, independent study, dropout prevention and summer camp programs are available as well as tutoring services.
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LEAP South Florida 10338 SW 187th St., Miami LeapSouthFl.com, 305-224-5951 Leap South Florida provides special needs children and young adults with the opportunity to develop through Learning Enriched Athletic Programs. In addition to cognitive, behavioral, emotional and social development, athletes also reap physical and health benefits. LEAP focuses on total development and teaches vital elements that can be used not only in group sports but also in life. Private and small group classes are available and are offered in fundamental skill development, strength and conditioning, gymnastics and dance. LEAP is a registered training program for Special Olympics Florida.
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Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches JccOnline.com 8500 Jog Road, Boynton Beach, 561-740-9000 5221 Hood Road, Palm Beach Gardens, 561-712-5200 The Mandel JCC’s Special Needs Program is geared to children with a variety of disabilities, including Down Syndrome, autism and ADHD. Both the Boynton Beach and Palm Beach Gardens locations offer a full-time inclusion preschool program and provide a safe and nurturing environment.
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A number of enrichment programs and camps designed specifically for children with special needs are available, including Camp Tikvah, Camp Shalom, Special Needs Superstars and Special Needs Exceptional Theatre Company. All programs are led by professionals who have experience working with special needs children.
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Special Olympics Programs available in the tri-county area SpecialOlympicsFlorida.org, 352-243-9536 Started as a backyard summer day camp for children with intellectual disabilities, the Special Olympics is now the world’s largest provider of fitness training, education and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Games are hosted every two years, alternating with Summer and Winter Games. Special Olympics Florida offers training and competition in Olympic-type sports for athletes 8 years old and older. There are a wide variety of sports available including aquatics, powerlifting, soccer and cycling. The goal is for participants to become competitive athletes but selfesteem, friendships and social skills are also strengthened.
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Early Steps ChildrensDiagnostic.org, 954-728-1083 The Early Steps program serves infants and toddlers, birth to 3, who have significant delays in development or have been diagnosed with a developmental disease or handicapping conditions. It is a federal, state, Medicaid, and insurance-funded intervention program. The program engages children and encourages families to participate in helping their special needs children develop. Children must be evaluated; areas include communication, adoptive development, cognition and fine motor skills. Goals and strategies are established on an individual basis.
Best Swim/ Fitness Program BROWARD
Just Swim Inc. Park Avenue Gymnastics, 12239 SW 53rd St., Suite 400, Cooper City Temple Beth Emet, 4807 S. Flamingo Road, Cooper City JustSwim.us, 954-423-0711
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Since 1998, parents have been trusting Just Swim to teach their children how to safely go swimming. Jeff Gershe, the swim school’s founder and head coach, is so passionate about what he does that he can still be found in the pool after 30 years of teaching. The year-round program teaches water safety and drowning prevention in a variety of classes from baby and toddlers to advanced swimmers. Free swimming evaluations are offered to find the right placement for your child. Group and private lessons are available for all levels.
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Ocaquatics Swim School 13408 SW 131st St., Miami 4950 SW 75th Ave., Miami 10502 NW 134th St., Hialeah Gardens Ocaquatics.com, 305-969-SWIM(7946) The staff at Ocaquatics Swim School believe swimming is a necessary life skill and work hard to make sure your child is properly prepared when splashing around in the pool. A variety of classes are offered for children 6 months and older and a free evaluation will help find out what skill level your child is. Small groups ensure
that your child gets specialized attention and private lessons are also available. Ocaquatics members, past and present, can also book a “Splash Bash Pool Party” – a fun alternative to the average birthday party.
888-SWIM-KID(794-6543) The Baby Otter Andre Dawson Aquatic Center is a traveling swim school that teaches everyone from infants to adults water survival skills. Its founder, Marlene Bloom, created and trademarked its fiveday “Turn Kick Reach” program, which gradually builds water skills and has been successfully taught for over 40 years. The one-on-one lessons, along with the familiarity of your own pool, help ease and facilitate the instruction process. Private, group and lifeguard lessons are offered as well as home safety inspections. The swim school is also available for parties.
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Small Fish Big Fish Swim School 346 Pike Road, Units 3&4, West Palm Beach SmallFishBigFish.com, 561-818-SWIM(7946) Small Fish Big Fish Swim School teaches your child self confidence and discipline through swimming – all while having fun. Their motto “Small fish become big fish by swimming in schools,” is a testament to the hard working staff that want your child to be safe in the water. Children as young as 6 months can start classes (with an adult in the water) and vary from beginners to advance. Parents can book an underwater photo session for unique underwater shots. Birthday party packages and Kid’s Night Out events are also available.
Best Academic Arts Program BROWARD
Young At Art 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie YoungAtArtMuseum.org, 954-424-0085 The museum features a number of chances for children to explore and learn. The Young At Art Preschool provides opportunities for children to explore the museum,
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Baby Otter Swim School Traveling swim school BabyOtterAndreDawson.com,
Providing Assistance with: • Rent or Mortgage Payments • Electric or Water Bills • Becoming Self-Sufficient Housing Options Programs
Community Action Agency (CAA)
Families or individuals who are Broward County residents and are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless can receive the following services through the Housing Options Programs:
CAA provides employment, tuition and educational assistance through Community Services Block Grant and energy assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
Family Success
• Temporary rental subsidies • Intensive case management • Placement and referral services
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North Annie L. Weaver Health Care Center and Family Success Center 2011 N.W. 3rd Avenue • Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Phone: 954-357-5340 • Fax: 954-357-5931 TTY: 800-955-8770
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Carver Ranches 4733 S.W. 18th Street • West Park, FL 33023 Phone: 954-357-5650 • Fax: 954-357-5695 TTY: 800-955-8770
Northwest 10077 N.W. 29th Street • Coral Springs, FL 33065 Phone: 954-357-5000 • Fax: 954-357-6452 TTY: 800-955-8770
Central Edgar P. Mills Multi-Purpose Center 900 N.W. 31st Avenue, Suite 3000 • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 Phone: 954-357-5001 • Fax: 954-357-5004 TTY: 800-955-8770
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receive art and music instruction, visit the library and more. Classroom outreach, field trips and art workshops integrate the Florida Common Core State Standards and can be tailored for any grade level. The Teen Center provides a targeted curriculum to teens in areas such as art-making, creative writing and music composition, and it provides a healthy outlet for self-expression. A wide range of art classes are available as well as camps.
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The Art Shack 9831 NW 58th St. #145, Doral TheArtShackMiami.com, 786-664-8893 The Art Shack offers a variety of programs and activities that allow children to be creative and explore their talents. Art classes range from toddler to adult classes, and subjects include painting, sculpture, drawing and ceramics. Comic and cartoon drawing allows children (9 and older) a chance to sharpen their skills and tell their own stories. Photography classes (children 9 to adult) teach basic techniques and how to get the best photo. Robotics classes (ages 9-15) teach kids how to design and construct their own robot. The studentteacher ratio (5:1) allows for specialized attention, and the various times and dates of classes accommodate even the busiest schedules. Birthday parties and camps are also available.
This FAMILY EVENT helps raise awareness while supporting and encouraging breastfeeding on a local and global level.
August 1, 2015 10 - 2 | FREE!! Betti Stradeling Park 10301 Wiles Rd. | Coral Springs 33076
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Showtime Performing Arts Theatre 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton ShowtimeBoca.com, 561-394-2626 Showtime Performing Arts Theatre is a two-story, state-of-the-art facility with five instructional studios and teaches dance, acting and music to children and adults. Children will not only gain the skills they need to succeed but also learn confidence and develop a love for the arts. Performances vary season to season, so check the web site for current productions. One-onone coaching for auditions is available for students trying to enter magnet programs or other audition situations. Private lessons, birthday parties and camps are also offered.
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Mathnasium Multiple locations in the tri-county area Mathnasium.com, 877-601-MATH(6284) The experienced tutors at Mathnasium believe your child can be successful in math no matter how hopeless he or she feels. Instructors foster an encouraging
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environment and utilize the “Mathnasium Method,” which uses a customized learning plan to meet learning goals. Mental, visual, verbal and written techniques help children to learn. They also build confidence and self-esteem. Mathnasium can also help expand math skills for students already excelling in the subject. Programs include elementary, middle and high school math.
Best ER Hospital BROWARD
Broward Health Medical Center 1600 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale BrowardHealth.org, 954-355-4400 The Emergency Department at Broward Health Medical Center has over 60 treatment areas and 10 noncritical rooms that allow for fast and efficient care for its patients. The level 1 trauma center provides 24-hour care and features a rooftop helipad. The Comprehensive Stroke Center provides rapid diagnosis and treatment for stroke victims. Broward Health Medical Center is also home to Chris Evert Children’s Hospital, one of only two Level 1 trauma centers in Broward County that specialize in pediatric care. Children can also receive minor care treatment for issues such as sprains, fevers and other non-life threatening matters.
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Nicklaus Children’s Hospital (Part of Miami Children’s Health System) 3100 SW 62nd Ave., Miami NicklausChildrens.org, 305-666-6511 The Nicklaus Children’s Hospital uses advanced equipment and a highly-trained staff to ensure every child receives the best care possible. Pediatric specialists and subspecialties are on call around-theclock. The freestanding children’s hospital features a state-designated level 1 pediatric trauma center and an adjoining helipad. A recent expansion to the emergency department was completed to meet the growing needs of the community, including adding patient care rooms and interactive play zones in the waiting area. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital also has urgent care centers for life’s non-emergencies in eight South Florida locations with a ninth coming in Miami-Dade.
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PalmBeachChildrensHospital.com, 561-844-6300 Palm Beach Children’s Hospital features a 24-hour pediatric emergency department and is ready and equipped to handle any situation. The hospital has board-certified pediatric emergency physicians, pediatric trauma surgeons and pediatric anesthesiologists on staff. It also features radiology services, specialty trained pediatric neurosurgeons and a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center. Pediatric ambulances, staffed by critical care nurses and EMTs, are available and the hospital has access to helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft if faster transportation is needed. If your child isn’t facing a life-threatening emergency, you can check into the ER online and wait at home until your scheduled time instead of hanging around in the waiting room.
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Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
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1005 Joe DiMaggio Drive, Hollywood Jdch.com, 954-265-JDCH(5324) Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital combines advanced technology and a knowledgeable staff to provide patients a large scope of services and programs in a child-friendly atmosphere. Vibrant colors, a fun décor and large murals provide an upbeat environment. Each floor of the four-story hospital has a theme and all patient rooms are private and wired for movies, the Internet, video games and educational programs. The facility features six pediatric operating rooms, ambulatory services, pediatric oncology treatment, family resource centers and more. There is even a CT scanner disguised as a pirate ship. Connected by a glass skywalk, the Wasie Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Intensive/Cardiac Care Unit, Level 1 Trauma Center and Children’s Emergency Department are also ready to serve your little one.
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Holtz Children’s Hospital 1611 NW 12th Ave., Miami HoltzChildrensHospital.org, 305-585-KIDS Holtz Children’s Hospital at Jackson Memorial treats patients from infancy to young adulthood in everything from routine care to life-threatening emergencies. The Children’s Heart Center extends
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to all subspecialty fields and offers a full spectrum of cardiac services for babies in the womb, newborns and children with congenital disease. The 126-bed Newborn Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is one of the largest and most well-regarded facilities in the nation and provides premature and critically ill babies the attention they need. Other services include oncology, neurology, neonatology and rehabilitation. As a major referral center, the hospital also provides care to children from across the nation and internationally.
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Palm Beach Children’s Hospital at St. Mary’s Medical Center 901 45th St., West Palm Beach PalmBeachChildrensHospital.com, 561-844-6300 Featuring more than 175 doctors in over 30 specialties, Palm Beach Children’s Hospital offers a wide array of services including cardiac surgery, limb reconstruction and lengthening, neurosurgery, oncology and neonatal intensive care. The hospital has a 24-hour dedicated pediatric emergency department and a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center. The Child Life program works with children and provides activities that help them understand the treatment process while also providing counseling and support. Quantum House provides housing for families that are traveling away from home so they can stay with their child through treatment every step of the way.
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Broward Health Medical Center 1600 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale BrowardHealth.org, 954-759-7400 The newly-renovated Maternity Place at Broward Health Medical Center offers specialized obstetric and pediatric care with home-like birthing accommodations. New moms can choose between a private room or upgrade to a deluxe Empress Suite. Family members and friends have 24/7 visitation, and all rooms have Wi-Fi access. Parents-to-be can also decide whether they want their baby to stay with them after delivery or receive care in the nursery. Parents have access to a dedicated Newborn Channel, which includes instruction on breastfeeding, soothing a crying baby and JULY 2015 |
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Dr. Gena Chiropractic 7119 W Broward Blvd Plantation, FL 33317
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Jackson Memorial Hospital 1611 NW 12th Ave., Miami JacksonHealth.org, 305-585-4MOM The Women’s Hospital at Jackson Memorial Hospital offers personalized care starting with prenatal care through labor and delivery right up to the time you leave with your new bundle of joy. The maternity unit underwent a full renovation and embraces a spa-like atmosphere, featuring 20 Little Miracles private maternity suites as well as 20 semi-private rooms. An upgraded VIP suite option is also available. The hospital favors a family-centered approach and encourages new moms to keep their new babies in their room. Nurses and lactation consultants are available to teach infant care and breastfeeding. High-risk maternity care is a specialty of the hospital, and it’s located adjacent to Holtz Children’s Hospital’s Newborn Neonatal Intensive Care Unit should it be necessary.
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901 45th St., West Palm Beach StMarysMC.com, 561-844-6300 The Birthplace Suites at St. Mary’s Medical Center provide luxurious hotel-like amenities that will have new moms feeling at ease and pampered after delivery. Modern furnishings, flat screen TVs, personal refrigerators and microwaves and even a comfortable sleeping area for the new daddy or a guest. Highly skilled doctors, nurses and technicians using advanced technology will be on hand to provide the best possible care. The hospital has a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a team of around-the-clock specialists should they be needed. Specialized classes such as birthing, breast-feeding classes and boot camps for new dads are available.
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Broward Health Urgent Care BrowardHealth.org/urgentcare 9663 Westview Drive, Coral Springs, 954-320-3323 1811 N. Pine Island Road, Plantation, 954-320-3360
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2300 N. Commerce Parkway, Weston, 954-217-5700 Urgent care can prove to be a faster, more convenient alternative to waiting in an emergency room or sitting in a doctor’s office for minor injuries and illnesses. From broken bones and common colds to immunizations and mild burns, Broward Health Urgent Care is equipped to handle the situation. School and sports physicals, vision and hearing tests and drug screenings are also available. No appointments are necessary and the centers accept most insurance.
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Miami Urgent Care Center 2645 S. Douglas Road, Suite 502, Miami MiamiUrgentCare.com, 305-494-0536 Long waits and impersonal service are two things you won’t find at Miami Urgent Care Center. The state-of-the-art facility provides quality care without all the hassles of an emergency room. Ultrasound, physicals, automobile injuries and minor surgeries are just a few of the services performed. The on-site pharmacy is stocked with everything needed for minor emergencies. What makes Miami Urgent Care unique? The doctor makes house calls! A doctor is on-hand 24/7 and will come to your Miami home, workplace or hotel if needed.
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Urgent Care of the Palm Beaches UrgentCareOfThePalmBeaches.com 11951 US Highway 1, Suite 108, North Palm Beach, 561-429-6109 5818 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, 561-429-4779 Efficient, compassionate and caring – this describes the staff at Urgent Care of the Palm Beaches. They strive to make sure your visit is stress-free and that you get the best possible care every time you come in. Experiencing back pain, have an earache or need stiches? The center is the best alternative to waiting in the emergency room or having to make a doctor’s appointment. A variety of services are offered as well as flu shots and physicals. The office even gives their cash-paying customers a discount on all returning visits.
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eight South Florida locations with a ninth coming in Miami-Dade. Youth up to age 21 can be seen and cared for. Colds, ear infections, cuts and pink eye are just a few of the conditions that can be treated. Services include MRI, endocrinology, pediatric dental and dermatology – although services vary from location to location. The centers, open late and on weekends, provide personalized and prompt care regardless of the location.
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Dr. Ivette D. Cubas 9850 Stirling Road, Suite 103, Cooper City DolphinPediatrics.com, 954-362-3200 Dr. Ivette D. Cubas is dedicated to pediatric practice and is fluent in English and Spanish. Her special interest areas include breastfeeding, pediatric nephrology and child obesity. Dr. Cubas joined Dolphin Pediatrics in 2014. The office strives to deliver the best, most comprehensive care for children.
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Dr. Parul Jayaker LEAP’s athletes grow and develop countless cognitive, social, emotional, behavioral and physical skills, through the use of athletic programs increasing their overall development and learning experience, in a fun and engaging environment.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital (part of Miami Children’s Health System) 3100 SW 62nd Ave., Miami NicklausChildrens.org, 305-666-6511 Dr. Parul Jayaker is a medical genetics doctor affiliated with Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. She is the director of Cytogenetics and the laboratory and section director of Neurogenetics/Metabolism. She provides clinical and metabolic genetic inpatient and outpatient services to patients with seizures, autism, abnormal state newborn screens and progressive neurodegenerative diseases.
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Comprehensive Obstetrics & Gynecology Miami Dade WINNER BEST SPECIAL NEEDS ORGANIZATION Athletic programs for special needs children and young adults impacting lives one person at a time 305.224.5951 10338 SW 187 Street, Miami www.LEAPSouthFL.com
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BocaBoyntonObgyn.com 7301 W. Palmetto Park Road, Suite 200 B, Boca Raton 10301 Hagen Ranch Road, Bld. B Suite 270, Boynton Beach 2800 South Seacrest Blvd., Suite 220, Boynton Beach Comprehensive Obstetrics & Gynecology strives to make women comfortable and
give them the best possible care. The office has four certified doctors and two nurse midwives. Services include infertility treatment, ultrasound, bone density testing, 3D ultrasound and more. Most insurances are accepted, and competitive prices are available for self-pay or for those who are uninsured.
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Dr. Alex Semidey Semidey Dental, 4800 SW 64th Ave., Suite 101, Davie SemideyDental.com, 954-581-0120 Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, Dr. Alex Semidey and the team at Semidey Dental provide exceptional care while helping patients establish and maintain a healthy smile. Services include restorative dentistry, implants, zoom whitening, Invisalign and more. The office even offers a membership plan. For a flat rate of $450 a year, two routine or periodontal cleaning, exams and screenings are covered. Members also receive a 30 percent discount on services such as cosmetic whitening and clear aligner therapy. The office is open Monday through Thursday.
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Dr. Richard C. Mariani Mariani Orthodontics, 7615 SW 62nd Ave., South Miami MarianiOrthodontics.com, 305-665-2402 Dr. Richard C. Mariani and his dedicated team are committed to providing patients with the best possible orthodontic care and a beautiful smile. A number of treatment options are available, from traditional to the latest innovative procedures. Metal and ceramic braces are offered as well as Invisalign. Once the braces come off and the patient moves on to a retainer, children will love the fact that they can choose from over 20 colors. The office is open Monday through Friday.
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West Boca Dentistry for Children 8903 Glades Road, Suite D-4, Boca Raton BocaBabyTeeth.com, 561-483-9334 West Boca Dentistry for Children offers orthodontics and pediatric dentistry servic-
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es and strives to provide high quality dental care in a non-threatening environment. Educating and guiding small children in prevention helps to mold them into adults that take care of their teeth for the rest of their lives. The children’s play area within the reception room and video game arcade will help keep kids entertained while they are waiting. Get ahead of the game and download a patient’s from to bring with you on your first visit. Appointment requests can be made online.
sub-specialty is the highlight: pediatric ophthalmology. After earning his medical degree at the University of Miami School of Medicine, Cardone received his training at Baylor University-Texas Children’s Hospital -- considered one of the top pediatric hospitals in the country. Now, in addition to general pediatric care, Cardone specializes in the treatment of “lazy eye” in children and surgeries associated with premature infants. He is also a staff ophthalmologist at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and has published several articles in his field.
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Dr. Robert J. Shelling 19615-33 S. State Road 7, Boca Raton ShellingOrtho.com, 561-477-4844 Dr. Robert Shelling grew up in South Florida and is passionate about his work. He wants to make sure that all of his patients are happy with their smile and are fully informed on how to care for their teeth. The office uses the latest orthodontic techniques and technology. Kids can entertain themselves in the video arcade while they wait. Visit the web site and they can also try out the interactive color planner for braces. Payment plans are available as well as a discount for paying in full.
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Stacey J. Kruger & Associates 8585 Sunset Dr. #201, Miami ChildEyecare.com, 305-274-4123 Guided by Dr. Stacey J. Kruger, a highly skilled staff guides children and young adults through the early stages of eye care at this South Miami-Dade practice. Services include: evaluations for vision problems and other medical issues such as “lazy eye,” tearing problems, ocular injuries, infantile and childhood glaucoma
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Dr. Scott C. Cardone 2740 Hollywood Blvd., #A, Hollywood 954-925-2740 The list of accomplishments for Dr. Scott C. Cardone is an extensive one, but his
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Dr. Lee Friedman 1717 W. Woolbright Road, Boynton Beach FlEyeDocs.com, 561-737-5500 Dr. Lee Friedman has been actively practicing pediatric care for more than 20 years -- valuable experience that has helped him develop one of the most trusted and respected offices in South Florida. A native of Miami Beach, Dr. Friedman recommends that children should undergo eye examinations as part of their regular medical care, especially in the developmental stages. That attention to detail is one of the hallmarks parents look for when selecting a pediatric specialist. For the past five years, Dr. Friedman has also served at the Florida Eye Microsurgical Institute.
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and more. The office also handles minor surgical procedures, and a staff orthoptist specializes in visual sensory problems. Like most pediatric specialists, the team provides informational resources on its website to help determine your child’s ailment.
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Alvin Sherman Library at NSU
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3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Nova.edu/library, 954-262-4600 The Alvin Sherman Library, which opened in 2001, is a joint-use facility shared by the students and staff of Nova Southeastern University as well as Broward County residents. The library features a spacious environment with study rooms, Wi-Fi, specialized databases, a café and more. It combines everything a traditional library would offer with the full academic resources of a university. The library offers special programs for children and teens, author readings, workshops and discussion groups and is even home to several works of art. Visit the web site to take a virtual tour of the library.
751 SW 121st Ave., Davie YoungAtArtMuseum.org , 954-424-0085 Young At Art offers children a variety of ways to express their creativity. The 55,000-square-foot museum features four permanent galleries with hands-on, interactive exhibits which focus on nature, culture, art, literacy and other fun elements. A wide range of classes are available as well as camps. The museum has a preschool and early childhood learning center which offers an arts-based curriculum and a Teen Center complete with a recording studio. A Broward County public library is also on the premises. Party facilities are also available.
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Miami Children’s Museum 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami MiamiChildrensMuseum.org, 305-373-5437 Recognized as one of the 10 largest children’s museums in the country, Miami Children’s Museum features bilingual interactive exhibits, outdoor exhibit space, a preschool and charter school, an educational gift shop and an auditorium. Exhibits are designed to spark a child’s curiosity and educate them in a fun, engaging way. Children can learn how to make a deposit in the bank exhibit, explore marine life looking at a 900-gallon fish tank or even shop in a supermarket. Birthday party packages and camps are available.
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Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach Morikami.org, 561-495-0233 Since its opening in 1977, Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens shares a piece of Japan with South Florida residents. Japanese traditional festivals, educational outreach programs, rotating exhibits, a tea house and other traditional ceremonies all lend a hand in teaching authentic Japanese culture. Japanese gardens with walking paths, lakes filled with koi and a bonsai collection are among the beautiful scenery you’ll find. Demonstrations, classes and workshops are available for those wanting
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to learn more about the culture. Morikami has special children’s tours and family fun days as well.
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Museum of Discovery and Science 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale Mods.org, 954-467-6637 There’s always something going on at the Museum of Discovery and Science. Whether the kids are taking a ride on the Everglades Airboat Adventure, discovering the universe or learning about the human body, two floors of unlimited discovery await. The museum features hands-on exhibits that will have your kids learning and having fun. No visit is complete without catching a flick on the five-story screen at the AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater, which recently underwent an extensive renovation. Camp-ins, holiday camps, summer camps and birthday parties are also hosted at the museum.
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The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami ArshtCenter.org , 786-468-2000 The Arsht Center, which opened in 2006, has become a leader in headlining innovative programming and promoting local artists looking to launch their careers. The center hosts nearly 500 events annually and 12 signature series performances, one being the largest jazz series in South Florida. The Arsht Center also hosts many educational programs that allow children the opportunity to learn and enjoy performing arts. Free Family Fest, AileyCamp Miami and Rock Odyssey are all programs open to children. Free tours of the center are available on Mondays and Saturdays at noon.
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GameTime 5701 Sunset Drive, Suite 330, Miami GameTimePlayers.com, 305-667-4263 GameTime is an arcade and family entertainment center featuring games, ride simulators, billiards and more. Family meals, entrees and kid’s meals are offered in the family restaurant, and parents can enjoy the sports bar. GameTime offers a variety of daily and weekly promotions, including Sunday Family 4-pack and Play Your Way Thursday. You can also sign up for the FunClub and get deals and discounts by email. Party rooms are available for special events.
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iPic Theaters at Mizner Park 301 Plaza Real, Boca Raton IpicTheaters.com, 561-299-3000 iPic is not your average movie theater. Its theaters feature two levels of comfortable seating, food and beverage service and a Premium Plus section with oversized leather seats. Combined with state-of-the-art technology and a premium sound system, watching a movie becomes a full cinematic experience. Grab a bite to eat before the movie at Tanzy Restaurant or at iPic Express, which features grab and go food that can be taken into the theater. Don’t forget to ask about iPic’s exclusive membership program, which offers exclusive offers and perks.
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But Flamingo Gardens, the popular botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary, has them all housed in one spot and sprawled out among 60 acres at its timeless Davie location. Now nearing its 90th birthday, Flamingo Gardens also includes a butterfly and hummingbird garden, as well as the largest tree in Florida and a natural hammock of 200-year-old Live Oaks. A narrated tram tour snakes through the grounds, offering visitors tantalizing views of the wildlife, exotic plants and the historic Wray Home.
1834 SW Second St., Pompano Beach, 954-417-3999 5450 NW 82nd Ave., Doral, 305-640-5424 Want a fun alternative to working out and getting exercise? Sky Zone Trampoline Park allows you to stay active and fit in a fun way. Picture jumping around on wall-towall trampolines or jumping off a trampoline runway into a pit of over 10,000 foam cubes. Fly through the air and dunk a ball like a NBA pro or join in a game of dodgeball or volleyball. Jumpers are separated by age/size to ensure safety. Check your local location for Toddler Time for the little ones. Group events, birthday parties and camps are also available.
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Zoo Miami 1 Zoo Blvd., 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami ZooMiami.org, 305-251-0400 Featuring lions, tigers, giraffes, elephants and more, Zoo Miami remains a must-see destination for both children and adults. Viewing different animals from around the globe is just part of the fun; the South Miami landmark includes attractions such as camel rides, feeding stations, water-play areas and a children’s zoo specifically tailored for younger visitors. The Slumber Safari Sleepover offers children ages 6 and older an after-hours adventure of spend-
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Flamingo Gardens 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie FlamingoGardens.org, 954-473-2955 Few destinations in South Florida possess animal attractions containing bears, panthers, eagles, peacocks or flamingos.
ing the night at the zoo and a personalized walking tour of select animal exhibits. Birthday party and picnic packages are also available.
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Lion Country Safari 2003 Lion Country Safari Road, Loxahatchee LionCountrySafari.com, 561-793-1084 Pulling your car alongside a zebra isn’t a normal occurrence on South Florida roadways. But it is common at Lion Country Safari, the first drive-through wildlife preserve in the U.S. and home to more than 900 animals. Located just west of Florida’s Turnpike, the safari has been praised for its family-friendly attractions that have been part of Palm Beach County since 1967. While the larger animals -- ostriches, buffalo, lions and rhinos, among others – are the main attractions of the driving safari, visitors can also enjoy walk-through exhibits including birds, reptiles and smaller mammals. Lion Country also has a small water park and carnival-type rides included in the admission price and a large giraffefeeding area that allows visitors young and old to get up close and personal with the animals.
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C.B. Smith Park
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900 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines Broward.org/parks/cbsmithpark, 954-357-5170 There is no shortage of family-friendly parks in Broward County, but C.B. Smith Park earns acclaim for its assortment of activities. Stretched out across nearly 300 acres, the Pembroke Pines hot spot is filled with playgrounds, batting cages, bike trails, a golf facility, an RV campground (complete with Wi-Fi) and plenty of courts for basketball, tennis and racquetball. Yet the true draw is the recently expanded Paradise Cove Water Park, which boasts the Paradise Pipeline, a collection of waterslides that sends riders down five stories and into a 4-foot-deep plunge pool.
14200 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach Marinelife.org, 561-627-8280 Loggerhead Marinelife Center is a 12,000-square-foot facility that includes a state-of-the-art veterinary hospital and features educational exhibits, an outdoor classroom, resource center and research lab. Visitors can get up close and personal with a variety of marine life and visit the center’s latest sea turtle “patients.” During visiting hours, guests can view turtle feedings, physical therapy sessions and sometimes even a surgery. Outreach programs, field trips, birthday parties and camps are available. Visit the center’s web site to see their live sea turtle cam and to adopt your very own turtle. Volunteer opportunities are available.
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Fully Accredited Catholic School 3900 South University Drive, Davie, FL For more information please call 954-472-7086 or visit our website at www.saintdavid.org
Florida Renaissance Festival Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach Ren-fest.com, 954-776-1642 Costumed entertainers and stage acts transport visitors back in time and revisit the time of lords, ladies and knights in shining armor. Cheer on jousting knights, enjoy getting dirty at a mud show, and see craftsman carry out the life of the renaissance period. Vendors sell medieval and Renaissancethemed clothing, crafts, books and artwork. Try your hand at archery or ax throwing or enjoy fair food including fried Oreos, turkey legs and kettle corn. The festival is available for field trips and even offers a scout patch program for boy and girl scouts.
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Miami Book Fair International 401 NE Second Ave., Suite 4102, Miami MiamiBookFair.com, 305-237-3258 Stretched across 8 days in November, the Miami Book Fair International features cultural and educational activities and brings together writers and book lovers from across the country. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the annual event, the Street Fair highlights more than 450 authors from around the world to discuss their work. Original manuscripts, first editions and other collectibles will be for sale. Children’s Alley, which includes arts-and-crafts, storytelling and readings by children’s authors, is also part of the Street Fair. Authors and readings vary from year to year, so check the web site for specifics.
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Home Depot Kids Workshops Available at locations in the tri-county area Workshops.homedepot.com Offered to children of all ages, Home Depot Kids Workshops are offered free on the first Saturday of each month at participating locations. Kids create a DIY themed project and spaces are on a first come, first served basis. The projects are age-appropriate and easy to build. Participants will also receive a work apron and commemorative pin. There are a variety of projects, including building a birdhouse, picture frames and fire trucks. Check online for upcoming workshop information and to register.
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Downtown at the Gardens 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens DowntownAtTheGardens.com, 561-340-1600 Downtown at the Gardens is home to a number of stores, restaurants and entertainment venues. Shop for clothes, eyewear or home furnishings in a number of stores, including Sur La Table, Urban Outfitters and Contemporary Living. Catch a movie or enjoy a spa treatment. Kids will love riding sea horses and flamingos on the giant carousel, which features 27 handmade wooden animals. Lakeside Park, with its beautiful lake and green space, hosts private events, festivals and concerts. Downtown at the Gardens offers free parking and Wi-Fi. Check out the calendar of events on its web site.
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Pink & Blues 829 N. Nob Hill Road, Plantation ShopPinkAndBlues.com, 954-452-7775 Carrying boutique clothing brands for young girls and teens, the store’s friendly, comfortable atmosphere makes shopping a pleasure. Offering a wide variety of girl’s clothes and accessories, your little princess is sure to find the perfect look. But what separates Pink & Blues from other stores is the customer service. The staff members forge relationships with their customers, know them by name, learn what styles their kids like and can then direct them to the perfect outfits and even help pick out sizes.
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Step by Step 4796 SW 72nd Ave., Miami StepByStepMiami.com, 305-665-8040 Step by Step is a one-stop shop for all your child’s shopping needs. The family-owned boutique offers the latest fashions for girls and boys in shoes, clothing and accessories and carries the hottest brands. Personalized service, affordable prices and fashions tailored to children are aspects that have kept this a family favorite for years. Make sure to keep Step by Step in mind for going back to school - they carry a large selection of shoes in all colors and styles.
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Lil Rapunzel’s 251 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach ShopRapunzels.com, 561-659-3131 Owner Randi Siegal decided to let her childhood nickname inspire her passion for edgy, fashion-forward clothing when she opened her first adult boutique store, Rapunzel’s Closet. She then decided to pass these same fashions along to a tinier clientele and started buying inventory in infant, toddler, child and tween sizes and offering them at Lil Rapunzel’s. The store carries the hottest brands such as Kissy Kissy, Rikshaw Designs, Jannuzzi and Lindsey Berns.
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The Children’s Place Multiple locations in the tri-county area ChildrensPlace.com Quality materials, fun designs and fashionable kid’s clothing brands are just a few of
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BC Surf & Sport 1701 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale bcsurf.com, 954-564-0202 Started as a surf shop in 1977, BC Surf & Sports has expanded its markets to include skating and snowboarding. Get the latest fashions for men, women and children and pick up equipment and accessories for paddleboarding, diving and more. Famous brands like Billabong, Volcom, Vans and Adidas can be found throughout the store. Visit the web site and use the product comparison tool to compare potential purchases to see what works best for you and your budget.
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SoleRUNNERS 11650 N. Kendall Drive, Miami SoleRunners.com, 305-595-RUNS(7867) Providing the running and fitness community with the perfect running shoes is what SoleRUNNERS does. Using state-of-the-art equipment, the staff can analyze your body form and stride to find the perfect fit. Reebok, ASICS, Nike and New Balance are just a few of the brands you’ll find at the store. Whether you’re a runner, training CrossFit or joining a bootcamp, SoleRUNNERS has everything you need to achieve your fitness goals. Check the web site to find running events and running club locations.
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Authentic Soccer 1948 Military Trail, West Palm Beach AuthenticSoccer.com, 561-296-4625 Authentic Soccer, formerly known as Striker Soccer Supply, has everything you’ll need to outfit your little soccer star and have them ready for the big game. Shoes, apparel and equipment – they’ve got it all. Kids can even personalize their own soccer shoes, balls, shirts, shorts, bags, gloves or socks with their names and jersey numbers or pick specialized colors for their shoes.
National teams and soccer club apparel is also available. The store offers a Star Club membership, which will earn you points and save you money.
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Sports Authority Multiple locations in the tri-county area SportsAuthority.com, 800-360-8721 Sports Authority is an industry leader when it comes to sporting goods with more than 450 stores throughout the country. From fitness equipment and athletic wear to shoes and sports accessories, you’ll find everything you need for just about any sport: football, golf, soccer, camping, swimming and more. Sports Authority has stores throughout South Florida, but if you prefer to shop from the comfort of home, the online store is just as good.
DICKS’s Sporting Goods Multiple locations in the tri-county area DicksSportingGoods.com, 877-846-9997 Started as an idea for a simple bait-andtackle shop, DICK’s Sporting Goods has grown into a chain of more than 500 stores. The store offers a full-line of sporting goods including equipment, clothing and footwear. Find everything from exercise equipment and electronics to water sports gear and hunting apparel. You can also find stuff from your favorite college and professional sports teams. The extensive web site allows you to shop at your own convenience and still get the same great deals available in-store.
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Memorial Hospital Miramar Childbirth Education Classes 1901 SW 172nd Ave., Miramar MemorialMiramar.com, 954-538-5180 Family Birthplace at Memorial Hospital Miramar offers moms-to-be an educational program aptly named Expectations and Beyond to prepare them for childbirth. It provides personalized attention and guidance during the pregnancy process and serves as a hub for any concerns or questions that parents-to-be might have. Childbirth preparation, Infant CPR and Nursing Moms Support Group are just a few of the programs offered. It is suggested that classes should be taken beginning the 20th week of pregnancy. Not your first baby? Refresher classes and classes for dads, siblings and grandparents are also available.
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Miami Maternity Center 140 NE 119th St., Miami MiamiMaternityCenter.net, 305-754-2229 Miami Maternity Center, staffed by midwives and labor coaches, is a multilingual facility that caters to women from all cultures and religious backgrounds. It educates, supports and guides moms-tobe through pregnancy and provides an alternative to birth in a hospital. Expecting mothers have options that aren’t necessarily available to them in hospital births and decide how they want their labor and birth to happen. Water birth and home birth are also an option. The center offers free early pregnancy and childbirth classes. Wellwoman gynecological services, contraceptive care and breast feeding support are also available.
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The Palms Birth House 353 N Swinton Ave., Delray Beach PalmsBirthHouse.com, 561-455-2703 Expectant mothers can subtract a hospital stay from their minds by electing to give birth in a comfortable and safe setting at
The Palms Birth House. At the onset of pregnancy, women are carefully screened to ensure the center’s services are tailored to their needs and are encouraged to deliver naturally with limited interruptions. Additional services include yoga, chiropractic care and specialty massages. A limited number of clients are accepted each month, allowing the house’s obstetrics professionals to offer full care to each family.
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Target Multiple locations in the tri-county area Target.com A perennial favorite in the Kids Crown contest and other parenting publications, Target offers a vast selection of trendy and affordable maternity clothes. Expectant mothers can find stylish tops, dresses, swimsuits, skirts, pants activewear and more for each stage of their pregnancy. The popular chain’s options are not limited to the nine months, either. Nursing and postpregnancy attire is also available. Unable to find what you’re looking for in stores? Target’s website allows users to search by category and brand, making it easy to shop from the comfort of home
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Belly Love Pregnancy Spa 3420 NW 62nd Ave., Coral Springs BellyLoveSpa.com, 954-228-4772 Pregnancy is a time when a woman experiences both physical and emotional changes. Relaxation and pampering are sometimes luxuries that moms-to-be overlook. The pregnancy spa at Belly Love has the solution. Enjoy a variety of massages, get your hair and nails done or try a body treatment. There are a number of services for preconception, pregnancy, induction and postpartum. Spa packages like Simply Pampered Pregnancy and Pregnancy Glow package are available and combine some of the most popular services. Packages are also available to dads and for mother/daughter days out. Belly Love offers 2D and 3D/4D ultrasound as well as acupuncture services in addition to the spa.
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Lolliposh Seasonal Consignment Sale Lolliposh.com, 954-401-3747 Lolliposh Seasonal Consignment Sale gives parents the opportunity to buy new and gently used children’s items at an affordable price. The seasonal sales feature clothes, furniture, toys, accessories and more. The sales are a great way for parents to make extra cash and get rid of things kids have outgrown. It’s also a great opportunity to pick up things needed at a great price. Consigning is easy – consigners pay a small fee, set their own prices, manage and track their inventory online and collect their profits. Check the Lolliposh web site for sale dates and location.
1415 Sunset Drive, Miami TheChildrenExchange.com, 305-666-6235 Parents in Miami-Dade County looking for designer kids clothes without the steep price tag have one place at the top of their list: The Children’s Exchange. Now in its 36th year, the one-stop shop offers stylish and gently worn clothing for both boys and girls. It is also the exclusive supplier of Toke shoes in South Florida. And it’s more than just clothes; strollers, cribs, baby carries and Halloween costumes are popular items in the store. Customers seeking to consign with The Children’s Exchange receive up to 50 percent of the sale price.
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Show and Tell Consignment Store 260 N. Dixie Highway, Boca Raton Facebook.com/ShowAndTellConsignments, 561-391-1117 With one of the largest showrooms in South Florida -- more than 4,000 square feet -- Show and Tell possesses an expansive collection of brand-name and gently used maternity and children’s clothes, books, toys, furniture and more. Customers can also find dancewear, costumes and other accessories that children outgrow quickly in their developmental stages. Sorting through the Show and Tell stockpile can be an arduous process, but the store’s Facebook page is consistently updated with the latest arrivals to help patrons pinpoint the items they are seeking.
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Multiple locations in the tri-county area PlatosCloset.com For budget-conscious parents, shelling out cash on the latest fashions for their young kids and teenagers can become expensive in a hurry. Enter the beauty of Plato’s Closet, which operates several stores throughout South Florida. Thrifty customers can find a massive collection of designer clothes in excellent condition for a fraction of the retail price. Plato’s typically rotates clothes in that have been in retail stores within the past 12 to 18 months in order to stay competitive with the larger chains and give patrons a variety of current styles.
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IdealBaby.com 1170 W. 49th St., Hialeah, 305-826-2021 1143 W. Flagler St., Miami, 305-548-3296 10613 NW 12th St., Miami, 305-716-1140 At Ideal Baby and Kids, the focus has been clear for more than 30 years: make purchasing baby accessories both easy and affordable. Car seats, strollers, nursery furniture and a countless supply of everyday items for your baby are available at each of the store’s three Miami-Dade locations. A bilingual staff is dedicated to helping customers find the perfect product that only meets its own high standards for craftsmanship, safety and style. Planning a baby shower is also uncomplicated with Ideal, as guests can set up a gift registry account that includes a diverse selection of top-quality baby products.
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buybuy Baby BuyBuyBaby.com 11350-11360 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines, 954-450-6257 2035 North University Dr., Coral Springs, 954-575-7449 550 N. State Road 7, Royal Palm Beach, 561-790-0726 8241 W. Flagler St., Suite 100, Miami, 305-266-5324 The most challenging part of shopping at buybuy Baby might be selecting which aisle to start browsing in. With more than 20,000 products to choose from, including cribs, dressers, armoires, crib mattresses,
car seats, booster seats, strollers and highchairs, customers should plan on carving out ample time to survey the entire store. The options are not only tailored for newborns, but also toddlers and young kids -- providing parents a familiar place to shop throughout their child’s developmental stages. buybuy Baby also sells baby clothing, toys, books, CDs and DVDs.
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Sawgrass Mills Mall 12472-12680 W. Sunrise Blvd., Sunrise Simon.com/mall/sawgrass-mills, 954-846-2350 After a tiring day canvassing the mall for bargains, the only thing on shoppers’ minds is relaxing. Sawgrass Mills offers guests the opportunity to shop until they drop while providing a diverse array of restaurants to recharge. The internationally renowned retail mecca boasts more 350 stores, including outlet locations from Nike, Ralph Lauren and Gap. Those spots represent only a sliver of the directory, which includes stores selling jewelry, electronics, sporting equipment, beauty products, toys and more. Afterward, pull up a seat at one of the dozens of eateries such as The Cheesecake Factory or Bahama Breeze.
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Aventura Mall 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura AventuraMall.com, 305-935-1110 Already ranked as one of the most-visited shopping destinations in the country, Aventura Mall continued to enhance its retail lineup last year by adding several new shops to a collection that features Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom and Macy’s. The high-end department stores surround more than 300 retailers, including a Disney Store, Gap, Journeyz Kidz, Gymboree and a slew of other locations full of children’s wear and toys. Aventura Mall also has restaurants, an interactive playground and a 24-screen theater with IMAX -- one of the few locations in South Florida to offer the thrilling experience.
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Trader Joe’s TraderJoes.com Locations in Pembroke Pines, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington and Miami. For nearly two years, South Florida residents have welcomed an invasion of novelty grocery stores. The arrival of Trader Joe’s has delighted the chain’s passionate fanbase while cultivating another crop of enthusiasts looking for tasty values on hundreds of food products. And what’s
not to like? The California-based empire offers plenty of options, including frozen entrees, an assortment prepared foods (that both kids and adults will enjoy) and an extensive list of kosher, vegan and glutenfree items. Locations are also coming soon to Fort Lauderdale and Davie.
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8031 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens Playmobil.us, 561-691-9880 Which adventure will it be today? Perhaps a farmer or knight or pirate or mechanic. Playmobil offers children the opportunity to create their own storylines from nearly 30 different themes that put the cheerful figurines right into the setting. More than 2 billion figures have found a home since the company originated in 1974. The unique play principle is designed to stimulate imagination and creativity among children, enriching their development. Children can also bring their toys to the on-site play area, where they can create adventures with friends in settings based on Playmobil themes.
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ACE Educational Supplies AceEducational.com 5595 S. University Drive, Davie, 954-680-8172 5670 W. Sample Road, Margate, 954-978-6991 This isn’t your typical school supplies store. Priding itself on being an art, craft and educational superstore, ACE has been a staple for South Florida parents, teachers and schoolchildren since 1974. Customers can find innovative puzzles that enhance matching and listening skills for children of all ages. ACE, which also offers a special needs department, adds a dash of fun to learning subjects like science and math
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The plan for Learning Express was hatched when founder Sharon DiMinico, a mother herself, wanted to blend children’s fondness for toys with a learning experience that fostered creativity and developmental growth. The concept thrived and the franchise continues to offer educational -- and fun -- toys, books and games for children from their early stages to pre-teen years. Items are divided among a variety of categories, including backyard adventures, playtime, family game night, learning arts and crafts and more. Parents can also browse a toy lineup specifically tailored for children with special needs.
Best Online Amazon.com Started in 1995 as a web site for people to buy books, Amazon.com has become the largest internet-based retailer in the United States. Clothing, electronics, automotive parts, furniture – you can buy almost anything. The site offers personalized shopping, 1-click shopping and even the opportunity to create a Wish List for baby and wedding registries, birthdays and backto-school shopping. Shoppers can opt into Amazon Prime, a membership offering free two-day shipping and discounted one-day rates, unlimited movies and TV viewing, free ebooks, unlimited music streaming and photo storage. Not only can you buy tons of things on Amazon.com, but you can also sell them. Register for an account and reach millions of people all over the country.
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Kidkuts 9656 SW 72nd St., Miami KidkutStyle.com, 305-274-4445 Kidkuts Style is no stranger to the Kids Crown Awards. A favorite among both parents and kids, the hair salon continues to outshine the competition in Miami-Dade County thanks to its stylish cuts that leave children giddy as they walk out the door. Kids can hop into custom-made chairs fashioned into trucks, cars and animals as the trained stylists deliver services including basic cuts, bang trim and wash, cut and blow dry. Kidkuts also sells a complete line of hair products and accessories so guests can keep that fresh look until their next visit to the salon.
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Giggles Kids Salon Shoppes of Loggers Run, 11395 W. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton GigglesKidsSalon.com, 561-451-1202 With a movie of their choice accompanying their haircut, children might not want to leave Giggles once their trim is finished. Movies are just part of the kid-friendly attractions at this popular salon, which also has fun styling chairs, spa packages and parties. Yes, parties. Girls can select from a list of options that will leave them looking like a princess or fashionista. Traditional cuts for boys and girls are also offered. Toddlers (ages 1-4) receive a discount weekdays before 2 p.m. and you can bring your Giggles receipt to Wendy’s for a free frosty.
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Cow Licks Kids Salon 4690 N. State Road 7 #104, Coconut Creek CowLicksSalon.com, 954-973-6100 Imagine a place that normally causes kids to be fussy, but instead they are actually eager to visit. Sound unheard of? It’s not uncommon at Cow Licks Kids Salon, where a friendly staff provides trendy and affordable haircuts as well as other services, including hair coloring and highlights, makeup application, and mini-manis and pedis. All of the stylish creations are done while kids are seated in custom chairs in the shapes of cars and airplanes, and flatscreen TVs surround the salon with the latest age-appropriate movies. The waiting area even includes a Nintendo Wii and other games.
VIP Barber Shop VIPBarberShops.com 6512 SW 39th St., Davie, 954-791-1661 2424 N. University Drive, Sunrise, 954-870-7309 2562 N. Indiantown Road, Unit B3, Jupiter, 561-745-7781 5335 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, 561-687-5151 Now this is where boys can get grown-up treatment for their hair. Since 2003, VIP Barber Shop has been home to a talented team of professionals who specialize in designs and traditional cuts at each of its four South Florida locations. Flat-screen TVs and jerseys of sports heroes like Dwyane Wade are spread throughout VIP, adding to the relaxed atmosphere. And while they may not be ready for that shave or beard trim also offered, kids will still receive the trademark care that has become synonymous with the shop.
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Cool Cuts 4 Kids 3353 Sheridan St., Hollywood CoolCuts4Kids.com, 954-983-5437 When you enter Cool Cuts, you don’t get the impression you’ve walked into a hair salon, but rather a kid’s playroom. This south Broward location is filled with entertainment zones suitable for young ones of all ages and are stocked with toys, video games and movies that will help eliminate any last-minute apprehension from your child. Services include trims, shampoo and rinse, blow-dry style, detangling and more. Cool Cuts also wants your child’s first haircut to be extra special, as first-timers will receive a certificate with a lock of their hair to capture the memory.
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Prissy Missy Spa 129 Weston Road, Weston PrissyMissySpa.com, 954-385-3030 Girls ages 4 to tween will have the opportunity to get glamorous at this luxurious day spa in west Broward. With the focus on celebrating beauty inside and out, Prissy Missy offers a diverse selection of posh experiences that your little princess will cherish forever. Choose from packages that include mani and pedi, makeup application or even a “Frozen” theme. Every package also features personalized invitations, a sparkling apple cider/lemonade bubbly toast, accessories to wear during the fashion show, a DJ and plenty of other luxurious highlights.
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’ve never felt more alone than after the man I loved lost his battle with addiction. I’d existed in a world of silence and helplessness for years as I watched my partner battle a disease that rivaled the most turbulent storm I’d ever witnessed. I’d never known anyone who’d struggled with substance abuse before I met him – I was a drug addiction novice. But soon enough, I became an expert. Nine months into our relationship, I quickly learned about relapse and withdrawal and binging – all in one fell swoop. It was a whirlwind like nothing I’d ever seen before. And without warning, I got caught right in the middle of it. By the time I realized what was happening, I was already in love and living with my boyfriend. I also had full physical custody of my son from my previous marriage. A red flag went up when a neighbor told me she’d “heard about my boyfriend’s problem,” and her daughter wasn’t allowed to babysit for me. I tried to be understanding, but I was ashamed and mortified. When things went awry, I did my best to be loving and supportive. I’d never even heard of the terms “enabler” or” co-dependent.” I just knew if he needed someone to help him, I made the phone call. If he needed a ride home, I picked him up. If he needed a bed to sleep in, I gave him one. Wasn’t that what anyone in a relationship would’ve done? But something just wasn’t adding up, because all of a sudden I was gravely suffering. “When any member of the family is suffering from addiction, the entire family is affected,” said Stephanie L. Diez, MSW, CAP. “Addiction is an issue that does not just affect one person. Addiction affects everyone involved in that person’s life.” It was like someone had given me a riddle to solve that wasn’t solvable. It didn’t make sense. He was a parent, like me. He had a good job, like me. How did he end up with this disease … unlike me? I couldn’t discuss the situation with my friends and family unless I’d wanted a dose of their “What are you thinking?” medicine. That wasn’t what I needed. I loved this man. I wasn’t going to turn my back on him just because he was sick. I can help him! I was wrong. This is just a phase! I was wrong. I continued to go through things nobody should ever have to go through; I saw things nobody should ever have to see, not at the hands of their partner. And I did it all with very little support. My feelings of isolation and solitude were crippling. I didn’t know
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anyone else who was in my shoes. I also had to work and care for my son on top of it. “It is important to discuss these issues and advisable to do so with peer support in a group setting or in a family counseling session,” Diez said. “Those who bear witness to it must be willing to share their experience and collaborate on ways to heal and help one another through encouragement and acceptance. There are peer-to-peer support groups with local chapters throughout South Florida to address unspoken issues and feelings from addiction.” At times, the emotional pain was so agonizing I wondered how I would make it through. And yes, I could’ve left him. I chose not to. I wasn’t going to allow this disease to win. I was a 12-letter varsity athlete in high school, an all-state softball catcher, the scholarathlete of my senior class. I could do this! I was wrong. I wasn’t the one who had to beat it. While there were many glimpses of hope along the way, including an almost-two-year clean period leading up to our engagement, I naively didn’t realize it was going to be a lifelong battle. Unfortunately, my lack of understanding and his complacence led us back down that dark, relentless road. When he relapsed again, he never found his way back. My partner lost his battle with substance abuse last year. And I felt lost and alone again, helpless and guilty that I wasn’t able to save him. I’d desperately wanted to show him that life had so much more to offer than picking up a drug. I never wanted to give up hope, especially after I’d watched him successfully crawl his way back from some of the lowest points in his life. I wanted him to fight his demons and come out stronger on the other side. And while I tried everything I could to help him succeed, I realize now that task was insurmountable. His loss left me with fierce anger, anguish and feelings of failure. I felt extremely alone in mourning his passing, and I was also forced to have an extremely difficult conversation with my 9-year-old son. “The loss of a loved one is one of the biggest burdens we are all inevitably forced to carry. There are many thoughts, feelings, what ifs and missed opportunities that arise from it,” Diez said. “With the assistance of a counseling professional and grief support groups, the family can learn to heal from the emotional damage caused by addiction.” When people asked how he’d passed away, I finally opened up about his struggles and my own. I realized I needed support. I was
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ready to let go of my secret. And once I did, people started sharing their stories with me in return. It was beyond liberating. I heard things like “My adult son is a drug addict,” “My husband is an alcoholic” and “My ex-wife has a prescription pill problem.” I was no longer alone. I wondered where these people were when I’d needed support as I tried blindly to navigate the treacherous trail of addiction. They were around; I was just too afraid to ask. “As with all taboos and stigmas, the best way to eradicate it is by normalizing it,” Diez said. “This can be done by including addiction as a household word and incorporating it into dinner conversations. Addiction does not discriminate based on age, gender or socioeconomic status. We need to discuss what addiction is, how it makes us feel and where we can go to seek help.” I’m not afraid anymore. I found my place with Minky’s Message (www. minkysmessage.org), an online community for partners and spouses affected by substance-use disorder. Its more than 250 members have broken their silence in the supportive environment they’ve been yearning for. Like me, many of them often found it difficult to physically attend meetings as a single, working parent. But that doesn’t mean we don’t deserve support. Our closed Facebook forum allows members to sit at home in their pajamas with their sleeping children and speak to others who’ve been in their exact same shoes. It’s empowering, educating and an essential resource for this demographic. There are also a number of 12-step support groups that meet throughout South Florida, including Al-Anon, Nar-Anon, Celebrate Recovery and Co-Dependents Anonymous. These groups can help those who are caught in the addiction cycle of a partner, friend or family member.
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HOW TO COPE when dinner out with baby turns into a not-so-quiet riot It usually happens when I’m ravSometimes I wish I could enously hungry. I sit down at a throw on Harry Potter’s cloak restaurant in Boca Raton with of invisibility when my boy my 8-month-old son. I open the has a crying fit, but then I menu with a sigh of relief that remember I have to face this I’m about to get a meal I don’t head on. have to prepare myself, and And there’s really noththen my boy lets out a primal ing for me to be embarrassed JOANIE COX-HENRY scream. about. I’m a good mom. I’m Sometimes it’s an isolated doing the best I can. As soon scream, but other times, it just keeps getas my son dirties his diaper, I immediately ting louder, and the scream turns into a change it. He’s on a steady meal schedule. full-fledged crying episode. Anything that happens in between is just I rummage frantically through my dialife, and sometimes you can’t control it. per bag for a teething ring, a bottle, a jar My friend and fellow parent Dan sugof food — anything and everything that gests when my boy starts shouting in might get my boy to simmer down. By this public that I should just own it. One of point, I’ve typically gotten the stink eye the other clever ways I’ve learned to cope from one or more restaurant patrons. with crying spells in public is to crack a After the looks of disapproval come joke about the crying and take him outside the judgmental commentaries that erupt for a few minutes to create a diversion. among the tables around me. “Why can’t The other thing I’m learning to do is she shut him up?” one senior citizen care less about what people say about me. shouts at a nearby table. Then another They don’t know me. They are simply woman pipes up: “That’s terrible that stereotyping me as a selfish, careless mom she’s letting him behave that way. I would who doesn’t care if my crying kid internever let my children behave that way in rupts their meal. a restaurant. What is she, some kind of My plea for people everywhere is moron?” before you scream at a mom whose child My first instinct is to unleash my inner is acting up in a restaurant, put yourself mama bear on them and deem them all in her stressed-out shoes for a moment. vicious trolls who have forgotten what it She deserves a meal out, too, even if her was like when their own children were entourage has brought along a few unexyoung. He’s only 8 months old! He does pected sound effects. not understand that he’s even doing anyExercise compassion before criticism. thing wrong. But then I remember I have After all, we were all once that crying to remain calm and be a good example to baby in a restaurant. my son. I am new at this mommy thing. My boy, Jack, is my first child. Every day, both of us are learning something new. I find JACK ATTACK: myself profusely apologizing on a regular My son Jack Henry looking confused at basis when my son makes any noise outa recent restaurant side of the house. I’ve developed anxiety outing. "Are those about it. people getting annoyed with me?" I don’t want him disrupting other restaurant-goers, but at the same time, I don’t want to be confined to the house.
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Worrying is OK. You are Anxiety is a funny thing, and it allowed, as a parent, to worry. is hard not to placed judgment But parents need to learn how to on it. manage their worry/anxiety and Anxiety is one of the ways how to manage their reactivity. that we protect ourselves and It is actually the ONLY thing the people whom we love. you have control over. But it can also be crippling Parents often say to me, “I and prevent us from partaking want my children to be happy in everything life has to offer. ALLYSON TOMCHIN, LCSW and healthy.” They do not say We typically recognize “I want my kids to be stressed, anxious anxiety as being good or bad, exciting or and on medication.” dreadful, refreshing or horrific. We see in As with any type of parenting, the buck society that anxiety is the reason we have stops with you. You set the stage. If you disease – physical or emotional – so of are calm, they will be calmer. course we are going to see this as a detriAccording to Dr. Murray Bowen, a Fammental thing. ily Systems visionary, “reciprocity in relaOn the other hand, anxiety can be of tionships occurs when one person takes utmost importance in our lives because it on responsibility for the twosome (which cues us to protect ourselves in a threatenwould look like a mom taking on the ing situation. responsibility of her daughter’s final the If you are crossing the street and a bus is next day by staying up late with her, orgacoming, if you don’t feel anxious and feel nizing her notes, tutoring her and creating the threat, then you will be run over and the outline). The two people slide into be flattened like a pancake. The purpose over-adequate and under-adequate roles. of anxiety is to protect you from real danThis can become so extreme that one partger. So in essence, anxiety is important. ner becomes incapacitated either with an Another crucial thing to understand illness or a general lack of direction.” about anxiety is that it exists in every relaThe immense anxiety in this relationtionship and every family system. ship between mom and daughter sends a What makes this important? Anxiety is type of an electric buzz of anxiety back and CONTAGIOUS. The more you have, the forth between them in the relationship. more your children have. It is passed from How can you rid yourself of anxiety comperson to person both genetically and in pletely? everyday nurturing. You cannot, and frankly you do not want According to anxiety.org, our emotions to. According to Dr. Hurd, Ph.D, “You’ve have viral characteristics. We tend only to got to train yourself to stop anticipating think of things such as colds and flus as danger around every corner, and instead contagious, but that is just not so. An anxious parent equals an anxious child. So your child will only be as good as you are in a stressful situation. When they are engagJune 8 Mon-Fri ing in something that is anxiety-provoking for Aug 7 7am-6pm them, the calmer you are, the calmer they will Registration Fee Weekly $110 per family $50 (3 Week) Sessions be. This relates to several situations, includLate Registration $75. $290 (Savings of $120) ing but not limited to: Before /After School Tutoring — standardized tests $30 Reg Fee — school work, homework and tests $175/Month After school $200/ Month for Before/After School — sports Mon-Fri • Time-school Dismissal - 6:30pm — performances Before & After care Available — friendships and peer relations Locations: • Plantation - 1100 Sunset Strip Blvd, Suite 2, — learning how to drive Plantation, FL 33313 — self appearance and primping For more info visit us on the web — time spent with the other parent www.campwannado.com 954-531-4227 in a divorce
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Sweeter Than Icing I’ll remember this birthday. I had a fine day with the usual goodies – a few presents, a birthday kiss from my wife, Mattie, lots of birthday cards, a big hug from my daughter, Jessie, and a cake … well, sort of. Before I dive into the icing PATRICK of this story, I want to emphasize that the cake is not the most important part of my birthday. In other words, I’m not complaining about my “sort of” birthday cake. A couple of weeks before my birthday, Jessie and I were shopping when she spotted Colorflame candles. I had never heard of these, but for only $2.75, I could purchase a box of 12 candles that burn red, purple, green, blue, and orange flames. Jessie quickly gave her sales pitch. “Dad, these candles are awesome!” I must admit, I thought they were pretty neat, and they even came with a dozen candle holders, but I couldn’t see spending 25 cents per candle, plus tax, no matter what
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primary or secondary color they would display. Somehow, though, Jessie’s eyes twinkled exactly the right color, and a few moments later, I stood at the cash register with my wallet open. Each year, Mattie and HEMPFING Jessie make a Jell-O cake for my birthday. They bake a white cake. After it cools, they add boiling water to gelatin mix. Next, Jessie stabs the cake with a fork and pours the fruit-flavored liquid into the holes, and it seeps into the cake. For icing, they mix powdered sugar and Cool Whip. I make a wish, blow out a few candles, and we dive in. That’s how it’s supposed to work. A week before my birthday, Mattie asked if I would pick up Cool Whip when I did my grocery shopping. I knew the plan. Yum, Yum. I responded, “I’d be glad to, Dear.” So I added Cool Whip to my grocery list and purchased it during my regular shopping trip.
Two days before my birthday, Mattie, after checking the pantry, said, “I thought Jessie said we had a white cake mix. I don’t see any. Would you mind picking up a box? And if you want a certain JellO flavor, please buy that, too.” I replied, “No problem, Dear,” and purchased the cake mix and cherry-flavored Jell-O that evening. The day before my birthday, Jessie began to sniffle and cough. I grumbled to Mattie, “Oh no, she’s coming down with a cold.” When I woke Jessie for school on my birthday, sure enough, she had a cold. The plan called for Jessie to bake my cake when she returned home from school to give it time to cool. Then, when Mattie came home from work, Mattie and Jessie would mix the Jell-O and make the icing. When I picked Jessie up from school, I could tell her cold had worsened. She loves to work in the kitchen, so I knew she felt lousy when she turned down the opportunity to bake my cake. She suggested that I call Mattie and ask her to come home to bake it because she didn’t feel up to it. Rather than bother Mattie, I decided to bake my own cake while Jessie rested. No problem; this stay-at-home dad’s job description covers just about everything. Mattie came home tired. Jessie’s cold, on her scale of one to 10, had hit 12. The birthday boy had a white cake, but no fork holes, Jell-O or icing. Mattie offered to finish the cake, but I said, “Let’s just celebrate my birthday tomorrow.” The next day, Jessie felt better. She stabbed the cake, and with a little help from her mom, finished it. Jessie placed Colorflame candles in their holders and inserted them into the icing. She ran around the house and turned out all the lights. Then I struck a few matches to light my candles. As Mattie and Jessie sang “Happy Birthday,” I stared at the colorful flames and made a wish before
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blowing them out. I’m glad I bought the candles. I didn’t mind making two trips to the grocery store for the ingredients. Heck, it didn’t even matter that I had to bake my own cake and didn’t get to taste it on my birthday. The smiles of Mattie and Jessie were sweeter than the icing on the cake. It wasn’t sort of a good moment, it was a great one. Until next month, remember to cherish the moments. And Happy Independence Day! May your family’s smiles glow brighter than fireworks.
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A Technology Diet for Toddlers and Preschoolers BY KAREN DEERWESTER, ED.S.
Technology is here to stay. Our toddlers swipe as easily as they turn a page in a book. They can find their favorite videos on any screen device and FaceTime with grandparents pretty much on demand. Yes, the American Academy of Pediatrics did once recommend no screen time for children under 2 years old in their position statement on Media and Children. Really? Not only is that not realistic, it’s a bit tyrannical. New commentators are now saying how children use devices is as important as how much they use devices. In the article, Helping Young Children Develop a Healthy Media Diet,
The Fred Rogers Center reminds us that the best “media diet” considers background and foreground media - content and context. The American Academy of Pediatrics, similarly recommends “a media diet” in Managing Media: We Need a Plan (October 2013). Media is not a toxic substance, but there is “junk media” that’s much like “junk food,” and a steady diet of it will be bad for you, according to the Fred Rogers Center article, “When Does Technology Become Too Much in a Child’s Life?” Just like healthy food habits, when and where you use devices influences overall health and wellbeing. The value of media use increases with an awareness of age-appropriate content and a relationship-based media culture. Some things to consider about media context and your personal media use are: Be honest when you give kids devices to bribe, appease or keep them quiet. Say it aloud: You can have the iPad while I ______ (insert parent needs: finish this email, prepare dinner, take a shower). Better that children know they are helping you than to think they are getting something you don’t really want them to have out of guilt and desperation. Watch out for over-reliance on devices as a substitute for personal attention and social-emotional skill-building. Devices can’t teach postponed gratifi-
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that acknowledge when you’re paying attention to screens and when you will turn them off. She recommends creating specific times for you to get your work done, but also creating designated periods of time (after picking children up from school or child care, for example) when you will stay offline and be with them. Be picky about the types of media your child interacts with.
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that acknowledge when you’re paying attention to screens and when you will turn them off. Create specific times to get your work done, but also create designated periods of time (after picking children up from school or child care) when you will stay offline and be with them. Be picky about the types of media your child interacts with.
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Devices are neither good nor bad. Our responsibility is to stay true to the best early childhood educational values and principles. Harvard’s Center on the Developing Child continually reminds us that “brains are built, not born.” They are built through caring, nurturing relationships (because all knowledge and skill starts in the emotional brain), and they are built through meaningful interactions: curiosity and questions, problem-solving, mistakemaking and discovery. Learning is active, involved and messy. Context matters. Time spent in engaged attention matters. Excitement and enthusiasm matters. We all know how it feels to spend too much time on Facebook or to be distracted from a friend’s personal story because our mobile just pinged us. Choosing for our children starts with choosing for ourselves. Does our attention and focus really reflect our truest priorities? The article “What Parents and Care Providers Need to Know When Choosing Tech For Young Children” suggests that parents ask themselves questions like: What is my child seeing or playing with here? How does using this media fit into our daily routine? Who is with or around my child while using media? Technology is not bad. We are learning how to be connected to devices without losing our connections to one another and to that peace within. Unplugging is one option, but maybe it’s not an all or nothing
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celebration with high-definition digital fireworks. Reserve online. 8:30 p.m. The Grove, 3500 Main Highway, Miami. miamiurbandrivein.com Regal Summer Movie Express. “How To Train Your Dragon 2.” 10 a.m. $1. regmovies.com
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Museum of Discovery & Science Planetarium. Portable planetarium teaches about the skies, stars and constellations. Space limited to 30 children. 2-3 p.m. Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch Library, 1 Park Ave. East, Dania Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7073
pin for every workshop completed (while supplies last). Through July 26. Every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. Bass Pro Shops, 11551 NW 12th St., Miami. Free. 305-341-4200. basspro.com.
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Silly Stories with the Shermanettes. 10:30 a.m. Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-262-4600
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Muvico Summer Kids Series. “Monsters vs. Aliens.” The Summer Kids Series shows $4 movies at 10 a.m. every Thursday. Admission includes ticket, 16oz drink, and 53oz popcorn. Muvico Parisian 20 & IMAX, 545 Hibiscus St, West Palm Beach. 863-471-0956 or carmike.com
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Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse. “Penguins of Madagascar.” Parents can get a series pass for $5 for all 10 movies. $1. Cinemark.com
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Bass Pro Shops Family Summer Camp. Games for kids, activities and workshops. Learn the basics of camping, fishing, archery and hunting, kayaking, water and travel safety, backyard adventures, and bird watching. Kids get a free lanyard and collectible
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Barnes & Noble Time Travel Weekend. “Doctor Who.” Enjoy trivia, giveaways, a special offer and more, or come dressed as your favorite character and join the fun. 7 p.m. barnesandnoble.com Fabulous First Friday. Enjoy an evening of laser lights, stars and more. 7:15-8:45 p.m. Patricia and
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9th Annual Teen Comic Convention. Teen comic artists showcasing and selling their artwork, video game stations, quick draw contest with prizes, cosplay fashion show, cartooning demonstration, comic art challenge where guests can invent new superheroes, and vendors including Tate’s Comics. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Event is included with paid museum admission. Wear a costume (G-rated and no full facemasks) and receive $4 off admission. Young At Art Museum, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie. $14; Broward County residents, $12. 954424-5038.
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Safari Nights. “Winter In July.” Every Friday evening through August, experience animal encounters, games, crafts, giveaways and interactive fountain. 4:15-9 p.m. Palm Beach Zoo, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. Ages 13 and up, $15.95; Ages 3-12, $9.95. 561.547.WILD or palmbeachzoo.org .
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giveaways and live music. The fireworks show begins at 9 p.m. 2- 11 p.m. Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd, Miami. miamiandbeaches.com
Cool De Sac Movie Night. Movie, food and activities. 6-9 p.m. Fridays. The Village at Gulfstream Park, 501 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach. Child drop off $27; Stay and play, regular prices. RSVP. 954-399-9953
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FREE Movie Night. “Paddington” – rated PG. 8 p.m. Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. 561-753-2484 or wellingtonfl.gov 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
Parade is at 11 a.m. along Crandon Boulevard from Harbor Drive to West Enid. Kiwanis Picnic on the Village Green will immediately follow the parade. Fireworks at 9 p.m. miamiandbeaches.com
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Home Depot Kids Workshop. Ages 5-12. “Build a Minions Scooter.” Receive a free certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last. Register online. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Visit website for locations. homedepot.com
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Meet Elmo At The Museum.“Elmo Learns About Hearing” followed by Elmo meet and greet. 10:15-11a.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 Fourth Of July Fun. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. 954-473-2955 or Flamingogardens. org. Call for prices and hours. Fireworks Viewing. 7:30-10 p.m. Vista View Park, 4001 SW 142nd Ave., Davie. 954-357-8898
Hollywood Beach Star Spangled Spectacular. Live entertianment, flag givewaway, and 9 p.m. offshore fireworks display. Entertainment on Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, on and around Connecticut Street, 2-10 p.m. 954-921-3404 or visithollywoodfl.org July 4th Party in the Park. DJ, balloon artists, airbrush tattoos, and 9:15 p.m. fireworks show. 2-10 p.m. Gulfstream Park, 901 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach. gulfstreampark.com
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Barnes & Noble Time Travel Weekend. Magic Treehouse “Dinosaurs Before Dark.” Activities, giveaways, and a special offer. 10 a.m. Visit website for locations. barnesandnoble.com
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Catch and Release Pond. Free catch and release pond for kids. Kids will be able to take a photo, and receive a first fish certificate. All equipment will be provided. Bass Pro Shops, 11551 NW 12th St., Miami. Free. 305-341-4200. basspro.com.
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Be Kind to Animals. Each week guests meet a featured animal. 11 a.m. Sundays. Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital, 3000 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs. 954-752-9453 or sawgrassnaturecenter.org
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War Games. Crossfit-style competition that pits the branches of the military against each other. Guests can also enjoy a military operation vehicle display, kids’ activities and more. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, sun umbrellas, and sunblock. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Meyer Amphitheater, 104 Datura St., West Palm Beach. wargamesusa.com
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Kids Club. Ages 5-12. Games, crafts, stories, and books. 4- 4:30 p.m. North Central Branch Library, 9590 NW 27th Ave., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-693-4541
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Gary Midnight, Magic Show. Master of Illusion, clairvoyance, Telekinesis, and Mind Reading. 10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m. Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7504
All events are free admission unless otherwise noted. MIAMI-DADE AVENTURA 19TH ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS SHOW
Fireworks can be viewed from any location along Country Club Drive. Rain date will be 9 p.m., July 5th. Fireworks begin promptly 9 p.m. cityofaventura.com CORAL GABLES JULY 4TH FIREWORKS CELEBRATION
Free interactive art activities, balloon animals, ice cream and more 5-8 p.m. Fireworks display at 9 p.m. Blankets and lawn chairs encouraged. Peacock Park, 2820 McFarlane Road, Coconut Grove. 305-5755256 or miamiandbeaches.com BAL HARBOUR FIREWORKS SHOW
9 p.m. at the jetty on the beach, on the north end of Bal Harbour Beach at 101st Street, overlooking Haulover Inlet. miamiandbeaches.com
Grounds open at 5 p.m., live concert at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m. Refreshments available for purchase. Free parking and continuous shuttle service beginning at 5 p.m. to and from the Biltmore Hotel. Fireworks (including sparklers), smoking, grills, pets, tents and glass containers are not permitted. 5-11 p.m. Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables. coralgables.com
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CUTLER BAY INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION AND FIREWORKS SHOW
9 p.m. Black Point Park & Marina, 24775 SW 87th Ave., Miami. 305-258-4092 or miamiandbeaches.com
Park opens at sunrise. Boat ramps open at 6 a.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Black Point Park and Marina, 24775 SW 87th Ave., Cutler Bay. 305-258-4092 or miamidade.gov DORAL INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Free pony rides, inflatables, food and live entertainment. Bring blankets and chairs. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. 6-9 p.m. Doral Central Park, 3000 NW 87th Ave., Doral. 305-593-6600 HIALEAH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Live entertainment, dancing, games, food, fireworks and more. 5-10 p.m. Ted Hendricks Stadium, 4800 Palm Ave., Hialeah. 305-824-5710 MIAMI BEACH FIRE ON THE FOURTH
Food trucks, live music and DJs. Fireworks will begin at 9 p.m. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. North Shore Park Bandshell, 73rd Street and Collins Avenue. miamiandbeaches.com AMERICA’S BIRTHDAY BASH
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Live concerts, food trucks, kids rides, rockclimbing wall and games. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. 6-10 p.m. Homestead Miami Speedway, 1 Ralph Sanchez Speedway Blvd., Homestead. 305-230-5000 or miamiandbeaches.com MIAMI 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR
PALM BEACH BOCA RATON FABULOUS FOURTH CELEBRATION Zip-line, food for purchase and live music. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Free trolley service from Boca Corporate Center and campus. 5:30-9 p.m. deHoernle Park/Spanish River Athletics Complex, 1000 Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton. 561-393-7995 DELRAY BEACH’S JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
Live music, Splash Zone featuring water slides and games, Kids Corner with face painting, craft activities, sidewalk chalk and much more. Custard-eating contest for kids and a burger-eating contest for adults, sandcastle contest, and Lip Sync Battle countdown to fireworks show. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. 4-8 p.m. A1A and Atlantic Ave. mydelraybeach.com ABACOA FUN ON THE 4TH
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Parade and Raft Race, live music and water sports. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. 11 a.m.11 p.m. Bryant Park, Lake Ave, Lake Worth. lakeworth.org LANTANA JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
Celebrate the 4th of July at the PBG Aquatic Complex. Slides, playground, rock wall, activities for kids and music. Food and treats available for purchase. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. PBG Aquatic Complex, 4404 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens. Residents, $3; non-residents, $10. 561-630-1116
Fireworks, live music, food vendors and more. 6-10 p.m. Bicentennial Park, 321 E. Ocean Ave., Lantana. lantana.org
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WELLINGTON JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
Live entertainment, bounce houses, petting zoo, face painting, pony rides, free bingo, food trucks, vendors, traditional games and contests. Free shuttle from The Mall at Wellington Green beginning at 6 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9:15 p.m. 6- 9 p.m. Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road, Wellington. 561-791-4005 WELLINGTON PATRIOTIC POOL PARTY
Regular pool entrance fee applies. Games and activities scheduled on the hour. 12-5 p.m. Wellington Aquatics Complex, 12150 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. 561-791-4770 CITY OF PARKLAND RED, WHITE AND BLUE PARADE
June 27. Decorate bikes, wagons or scooters and join the parade. Prize for bike parade winner. 9-11 a.m. Pine Trails Park, 10555 Trails End, Parkland. 954-757-4105 or cityofparkland.org BOYNTON BEACH 4TH OF JULY FESTIVITIES
Kids Corner with arts and crafts, games, pony rides, a petting zoo and face painters. Live music 6-10:30 p.m.; patriotic salute at 8:45 p.m. Food and beverage vendors will be on site. Bring blankets and chairs. No pets or personal fireworks allowed. Park opens at 3 p.m. for walk-in visitors, and the parking lot opens at 5 p.m. A free shuttle from Boynton Beach City Hall (100 E. Boynton Beach Blvd. ) and from Boynton Beach High School (4975 Park Ridge Blvd. at Gateway Blvd., just west of I-95) available 5:30–11 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Intracoastal Park, 2240 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach. 561-742-6246 or boyntonbeach.org VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH RED, WHITE AND BOOM
“Star Spangled Spectacular” has live entertainment, Food Truck Invasion, art and craft vendors, cornhole tournament, volleyball tournament, bass fishing tournament, disc golf tournament, and family field games. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. All day. The Kids Fun Zone ($10 per person) has rides, slides and games, 1-10 p.m. Royal Palm Beach’s Commons Park, 11600 Poinciana Blvd., Royal Palm Beach. 561-790-5149 or royalpalmbeach.com BROWARD GRUCCI OF NEW YORK FIREWORKS SHOW July 3. A 22-minute fireworks show will be choreographed to music. If weather cancels the show, it will be held at 9 p.m., July 4. 9 p.m. Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, 5550 NW 40th St., Coconut Creek. 954-977-6700 or CasinoCoco.com CORAL SPRINGS FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Games, bounce houses, food and entertainment. Fireworks begin promptly at 9 p.m. There will be fees for food, bounce houses and games. Parking $3. 6 p.m. Mullins Park, 10150 Ben Geiger Drive, Coral Springs. 954345-2200 PLANTATION INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS AND FAMILY FUN DAY
Interactive kids games, arts & craft displays, youth entertainment, bounce houses and inflatables, face painting, food trucks, live music and more. Fun Foam Spray with the Davie Fire Department at 11 a.m. Food and snacks available for purchase throughout the evening. No personal fireworks or sparklers permitted at any time inside the park. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. 4-9 p.m. Pine Island Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, Plantation. plantation.org CITY OF PLANTATION INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
Pool open with free admission, swimming pool games, activities, games and contests, and live music. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. No personal fireworks permitted. Noon-9 p.m. North Palm Beach Country Club, 951 US Highway 1, North Palm Beach.
Free Concert and Fireworks. Parade begins at 9 a.m. at Broward Boulevard and NW 46th Avenue, goes west to 69th Avenue, turns north onto 4th Street and ends at City Hall. 954452-2510
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Kid’s Zone, live entertainment and grand fireworks display at 9 p.m. 1-10 p.m. Main Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE 21st St., Deerfield Beach. 954-480-4429 or deerfield-beach.com
Mini-golf course, military honor ceremony, giant flag unfurl, kids area with crafts, and food and drink vendors. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Backpacks, coolers and personal fireworks are not permitted. All bags subject to search. 5-11 p.m. 561-822-1515 or wpb.org/4th
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ing contests, and beach games. Live music and entertainment. 30-minute fireworks show at 9 p.m. 12:30-9:30 p.m. Fort Lauderdale Beach at A1A and Las Olas Boulevard. 954-828-5363 or fortlauderdale.gov PEMBROKE PINES INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION & FIREWORKS SHOW
Food Truck Roundup, free children’s rides, children’s area and live band. Fireworks show begins at 9 p.m. NO coolers, pets or fireworks permitted. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. 6-9 p.m. Pines Recreation Center Festival Grounds, 7400 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. 954-435-6525 POMPANO BEACH JULY 4TH FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA
Live music at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m. Pompano Pier, 222 N. Pompano Beach Blvd., Pompano Beach. 954-786-4111 or pompanobeachfl.gov MIRAMAR INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
DJ, free Kidz Zone with inflatable water slides, and video and arcade game trailers. Food, beverages and novelties will be available for purchase. Fireworks at 9 p.m. Bring bathing suits, towels, lawn chairs and blankets. No fireworks, glass bottles, sparklers or animals. 7- 9 p.m. Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. 954-602-3319 or ci.miramar. fl.us CITY OF SUNRISE “SPIRIT OF AMERICA” PARADE & FAMILY FUN DAY
Parade runs along Sunset Strip from NW 12th Street to City Park. Free food, rides and children’s entertainment. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. City Park, 6700 Sunset Strip, Sunrise. 954-7474600 CITY OF SUNRISE CONCERT AND FIREWORKS
Children’s rides and inflatables and an assortment of food and beverage vendors. Music starts at 6 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. No coolers, glass containers, alcohol, pets or fireworks permitted. 5-10 p.m. BB&T Center, One Panther Parkway, Sunrise. 954-747-4600 TAMARAC 4TH OF JULY ALL AMERICAN CELEBRATION
Outdoor concert, entertainment area with rides, arts and crafts, games and food trucks. Photos with Uncle Sam and Betsy Ross. Fireworks begin promptly at 9 p.m. Limited on-site parking. Please use shuttle from Tamarac City Hall (7525 NW 88th Ave.) and Tamarac Community Center (8601 W. Commercial Blvd.). 6-9:30 p.m. Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 NW 77th St., Tamarac. 954-597-3620 WESTON’S HOMETOWN JULY 4TH PARADE
“Celebrating Our Grand Old Flag.” Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. at Town Center Boulevard and Three Village Road, continues east on Three Village Road to Bonaventure Boulevard, heads south to Bell Tower Lane and winds through Weston Town Center to the heart of Main Street. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Weston Town Center, 1675 Market St., Weston. 954-389-4321
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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. 954986-5027 PALM BEACH SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
July 9-12 and July 16-19. Shakespeare by the Sea presents “Hamlet.” Bring chairs or blankets. Food trucks on site. Call for times. Seabreeze Amphitheatre, 750 South A1A, Jupiter. Suggested $5 donation. 561-7628552 or pbshakespeare.org HAITIAN CULTURAL MUSIC FOOD FESTIVAL
July 11. Family event to promote the Haitian Culture. Live music, food, vendors and art. 1-11:30 p.m. Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. $30. 561-6341748 or facebook.com/haitianculturalmusicfoodfestival REPTIDAY
July 11. One-day reptile show and sale. Live animals from around the world, purchase pets and pet products. Learn more about reptiles and exotic animals at live seminars and demonstrations. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Universal Palms Hotel, 4900 Powerline Road, Fort Lauderdale. $12, kids 5-12, $5. 863-268-4273
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July 11-12. Mango tree sale, fruit market, cooking demonstrations, lectures, educational activities, artisan vendors, food, and mango auction. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables. Mango Festival admission included with garden admission. $25; ages 6-17, $12. 305-256-8399 or fairchildgarden.org WET AND WILD WEEKEND
July 18-19. Beat the heat with waterslides, water activities water games, vendors, crafts and activity stations. Narrated tram tour is included with admission. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. Ages 12 and older, $9.95; Ages 3-11, $6.45. 954-473-2955 or Flamingogardens.org. KID’S FITNESS FESTIVAL
July 22-23. Recommended ages 5-12. Participants will get the chance to try more than 40 different sports clinics. Clinics are conducted by professionals who will share techniques, help enhance skills and provide an introduction to the sport. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-233-3124, palmbeachsports.com or kpursell@palmbeachsports.com
Kids Summer FunDays. Ages 5 to 12. Every week will have a different themed activity, 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
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Meet a Community Hero. Meet local community heroes from police, fire, and military – vehicles included. 11 a.m. Main Library, 3650 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-233-2600
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Session starts June 8th – August 7th, 2015 St. Jerome Catholic School is conveniently located in downtown Fort Lauderdale. • Two Week Sessions Offered • Arts & Crafts • Weekly Field Trips • Water Days – Bounce House • Gymnastics • Fun Outside Activities • Weekly Sport Games
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Yoga for Kids. Ages 6-14. Do not eat anything one hour before the class. Bring a mat or towel. 6-6:30 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-553-1134 Regal Summer Movie Express. “Mr. Peabody.” 10 a.m. $1. regmovies.com 4460 Lyons Road, Lake Worth, Florida 33467 Phone: 561-968-3627
How do we serve and nurture? Bible Study Everyday Wednesday at 7:00pm Sundays at 10:45am
Facsimile: 561-968-8142 Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am-6:00pm
Water Table Tuesday. Water tables filled with toys for kids to splash and pour and play. 9-11 a.m. Tuesdays this summer. Palm Beach Zoo, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. Ages 13 and up, $15.95; Ages 3-12, $9.95. 561.547.WILD or palmbeachzoo.org Minecraft Meetup. Ages 8-12. Bring your device and challenge other players in a game. Snacks and crafts included. 4 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554
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Kids Club. Ages 10 and under. Safari Day provided by Zoo Miami, with free face painting. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Mall of the Americas, International Playground, 7795 West Flagler St., Miami. Free. 305-261-8772 Regal Summer Movie Express. July 8: “Book of Life.” 10 a.m. $1. regmovies.com
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Free Math and Logic Class. Ages 6-11. See firsthand how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4:45 p.m. IMACS Weston, 2585 Glades Circle, Weston. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org Barnes & Noble DC Comics Days. Special offer on all DC Comics graphic novels, giveaways and activities. Free Young Gotham comic collection and poster while supplies last. Cosplay is welcome. barnesandnoble.com
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Polynesian Party at Delray Marketplace. Water slide, train rides, performances from professional dance troupe Polynesian Proud, tropical crafts and scavenger hunt. Rain date is July 9. 3-6 p.m. 14851 Lyons Road, Delray. Free. delraymarket.com
Every Hero Has a Story: Geddy the Gecko and Super Geddy. All ages. Live library show. Geddy the Gecko discovers he has an awesome super power – the power to break-dance. Nonstop audience participation and dancing. 11 a.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Clown College. Ages 5-10. Photo booth pictures, ring toss, flaming hoop obstacle course. 3 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554
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Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Parenting Boot Camp. Class for new and expectant parents on newborn care, when to take your infant to the doctor, colic, reflux, and more. 6-8 p.m. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Main Campus, Michael Faux Family Center, 3100 SW 62nd Ave., Miami. Free with registration. 305-662-8282 or wendy.johnson@mch.com Heroes: US Coast Guard. Special presentation about the work and responsibilities of the U.S. Coast Guard. 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Miami Beach Regional Library, 227 22nd St. Free. RSVP. 305-535-4219
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ence. Limited space, tickets available. 1 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. RSVP. 954-357-7990 Zap, Bam, Boom. Ages 7-12. Kid Reader’s Theater. 1:30 p.m. African-American Research Library & Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6282
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Sunday Summer Worship Times: • Sunday School/Youth Ministry 9:30am Blended Worship, 10:45am Bible Study/Sunday School • Vacation Bible School
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Fighter from the Davie Fire Rescue Department, and go aboard a real fire truck. 2:45 p.m. 954-357-8585. Young At Art Youth Services Story Corner, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie. RSVP. 954-357-5437 Literacy Programming. Ages 6–18. Kid finance, crafting, and meet heroes. 3 p.m. African-American Research Library & Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6282
For more information on our summer worship schedule, please call the church office or visit our website!
Celebrate Recovery Tuesday at 7:00pm Celebrate Recovery is a Christ centered recovery program. It is a biblical and balanced program that helps overcome hurts, hang-ups and habits. Based on the actual words of Jesus, it is designed as a program to help by showing the loving power of Jesus Christ through a recovery program. Everyone is welcome!!!
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Through July 3. $10. Performing Arts Theatre, 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton. 561-394-2626 or ShowtimeBoca.com HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL
July 6-31. $10. Performing Arts Theatre, 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton. 561394-2626 or ShowtimeBoca.com ONCE UPON A SHOE
Through July 7. A summer theater camp musical production. Mother Goose and her children try to save their home, a gigantic shoe. Amaturo Theater at Broward Center, 201 SW 5th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. $5. 954-462-0222 or browardcenter.org HANSEL AND GRETEL
Through July 25. Based on the classic story by the Brothers Grimm. “All Kids Included” sensory-friendly Saturday performance on July 18 at 11 a.m. Music from the Opera by Engelbert Humperdink. 2 p.m. Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables. $13-$20. 305444-9293 FANTASTIC MR. FOX
Through July 26. Roald Dahl’s story that follows three farmers, Boggis, Bunce and Bean, as they try to get rid of the fox who regularly steals food from their farms. 7:30 p.m. Friday; 2 and 7p.m. Saturday; 5 p.m. Sunday. For prices and location, visit areastagecompany.com THE SOUND OF MUSIC
July 1-8. A summer theater camp production of the musical story about the seven von Trapp children, performed by 10- to 13-year-old campers. Amaturo Theater at Broward Center, 201 SW 5th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. $5. 954-462-0222 or browardcenter.org PETER PAN
July 2-11. A Young Professionals Production. Amaturo Theater at Broward Center, 201 SW 5th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Lap tickets available. $10. 954-462-0222 or browardcenter.org LOOKING GLASS ALICE
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July 8- Aug. 16. From Chicago’s Lookingglass Theatre Company, a gravity defying and circus-infused retelling of Alice in Wonderland. The Adrienne Arsht Center,
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July 9- 18. The classic fairy tale that tells the story of Jack, his magic beans and a magic castle in the sky. The Wick Theater, 7901 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. General admission, $12; reserved seating, $15. 561-9952333 or thewick.org ONCE UPON A SHOE
July 15. A summer theater camp musical production. Mother Goose and her children try to save their home, a gigantic shoe. 6 p.m. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St., Aventura. $5. 877-311-7469 or aventuracenter.org THE SOUND OF MUSIC
July 16. A summer theater camp production. 6 and 8 p.m. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St., Aventura. $5. 877-3117469 or aventuracenter.org SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL
July 17-19. Dr. Seuss’s Cat In The Hat set to music. In advance, $24.50; day of, $28. Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theatre at The Galleria Mall, 2542B E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-763-6882 or flct.org MARY POPPINS
July 17-Aug. 9. “Music, magic, and a spoonful of sugar!” Susan Katz Theatre River of Grass Artspark, 17195 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. $14-$25. 954-437-4884 or pptopa.com ARIANA GRANDE
July 18. Ariana Grande’s first North American headlining tour, “The Honeymoon Tour.” With special guest Prince Royce. 7 p.m. BB&T Center, 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise. 800745-3000 or ticketmaster.com THE LITTLE MERMAID’S ADVENTURE
July 19. Inspired by the original fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. Cookies and juice will be served in the lobby after the performance. Each child’s ticket will include a free carousel ride token. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Willow Theatre (Sugar Sand Park), 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. Adults $7; Children 12 and under, $5. 561 347- 3948
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July 20. English singer-songwriter and Grammy Award winner Sam Smith comes to Miami. 8 p.m. AmericanAirlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Tickets start at $32. 800-7453000 or ticketmaster.com DISNEY PETER PAN JR.
July 24-25. Presented by the students of the Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s Conservatory of Performing Arts. 7:30 p.m. Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 1001 East Indiantown Road, Jupiter. $25. 561-575-2223 or jupitertheatre.org DISNEY’S ARISTOCATS KIDS
July 28. 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
July 29. 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. 954-462-0222 or parkerplayhouse.com DISNEY’S LITTLE MERMAID, JR.
July 29-30. Featuring students in grades 3-5 from the Maltz Jupiter Theatre Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts. 7:30 p.m. Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 1001 East Indiantown Road, Jupiter. Adults, $25; Students, $20. 561-575-2223 or jupitertheatre.org MIRANDA AND THE FROG PRINCESS
July 31-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. The frog takes matters into his own hands despite the broken promise. The Wick Theater, 7901 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. General admission, $12; reserved seating, $15. 561-995-2333 or thewick.org INTO THE WOODS
July 31-Aug. 9. A modern and musical twist on the Brothers Grimm fairy 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
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Free Math and Logic Class. Ages 6-11. See firsthand how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4:45 p.m. IMACS Boca Raton, 23172 Sandalfoot Plaza Drive Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1178 or imacs. org
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Make a Robot. Ages 5-12. Make a robots and compete. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Virrick Park Branch Library, 3255 Plaza St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-442-7872
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Artspark Funtastic Fridays And Movie Night. “How to Train Your Dragon 2.” Bounce house, face painters and more. 5-8 p.m. Movie begins at 8 p.m. ArtsPark, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Free. 954-921-3500 or visithollywoodfl.org Superhero Splash Bash. All ages. Games, movie, bounce house, prizes, and splash time. RSVP required. 6-10 p.m. Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach. RSVP. $6 per person. 954-357-5100 Funderdome Halloween In July. Mommy Wrap, pumpkin hide, ball collection competition, and food activities for $2 per child. Wear favorite costumes. 6-8 p.m. Funderdome Indoor Play and Café, 1455 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale. Ages 5 and up, $14.95; Ages 3-4, $12.95, Ages 2 and under, $7.95.
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Safari Nights. “Western Night.” Every Friday evening through August, experience animal encounters, games, crafts, giveaways, and interactive fountain. 4:15-9 p.m. Palm Beach Zoo, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. Ages 13 and up, $15.95; Ages 3-12, $9.95. 561.547. WILD or palmbeachzoo.org Eyes To The Skies. Ages 8 and older. Learn about mythology and celestial objects. 8 p.m. Sugar Sand Park Children’s Science Explorium, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. Free. 561-347-3912 or scienceexplorium.org
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Barnes & Noble DC Comics Days. Special offer on all DC Comics graphic novels, giveaways and activities. Free Young Gotham comic collection and poster while supplies last. Come dressed as your favorite DC character. barnesandnoble.com
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Northwest Medical Center expanded pediatric ER grand opening. Summer safety and emergency medical tips, games and surprises, hula hoop dancing, morning limbo contest, #healthyselfie wall, children’s entertainment, petting zoo, teddy bear clinic, bounce house, face painting, snacks and giveaways. 9-11:30 a.m. 2801 N. State Road 7, Margate. RSVP online. northwestmed.com 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 at least 48” tall to climb the tower. No pets allowed. $25 per person. Tour boats leave hourly from Sands Dock 8:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Hillsboro Lighthouse, 2480 NE 23rd St., Pompano Beach 954-942-2102 or hillsborolighthouse.org
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Tot Time At Sugar Sand Park. Ages 18 months-4. Open play, snacks and more. 10 a.m.-Noon. Sugar Sand Park Community Center, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. $5 per child. 561-347-3900 or sugarsandpark.org
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home game at Marlins Park during the 2015 season features promotional kids’ 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 or marlins.com
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Olimpica Stereo Colombian Festival. Cultural festival including music and Columbian food vendors. Central Broward Regional Park & Stadium, 3700 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill. $1.50 per person, children under 5 free. olimpicastereousa.com or 954-357-5400 Bricks4Kidz at IKEA. Bricks4Kidz’s interactive LEGO activities, Marble Maze, remote Race, Spin Warrior Battle, coloring, watch motorized models demo and/or create a take home Spin Art. 1-4 p.m. IKEA Sunrise, 151 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise. Free. 888- 888-4532
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Recycled Art and Fashion Design. Ages 8-12. Use recycled materials to create wearable works of art. Milda Bublys, a fashion designer, will guide students. 5-7 p.m. Naranja Branch Library, 14850 SW 280th St., Homestead. Free. RSVP. 305-242-2290
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Every Hero Has a Story. Live library show. Geddy the Gecko discovers he has an awesome super power – the power to break-dance. Nonstop audience participation and dancing. 3 p.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. RSVP.561-626-6133
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Be A Movie Super Star. Ages 6 to 10. Create a movie trailer with yourself as the hero. Please bring iPads with family pictures. Library will provide a few in-house iPads. Ticketed event; first come, first served. 2 p.m. North Regional/BC Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek. RSVP. 954-201-2600 Dive in Movies. “Are We Done Yet?” 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 9th Annual Teen Comic Convention. Teen comic artists showcasing and selling their artwork, video game stations provided by Anime Gaming Experience, quick draw contest with prizes, cosplay fashion show, cartooning demonstration, comic art challenge where
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Tween Slumber Party. Ages 8-12. Movie, facials, nail painting and a snack! Pajamas are welcome, but not required. 3 p.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. RSVP. 561-626-6133
18 Saturday MIAMI-DADE
Barnes & Noble Star Wars Saturday. Exclusive products, activities, cosplay, trivia, and a chance to win a Star Wars character standee. 2 p.m. barnesandnoble.com
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Science Stories. Ages 5 and up. Stories with a science twist. 11:30 a.m. Sugar Sand Park Children’s Science Explorium, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. Free. 561347-3912 or scienceexplorium.org
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Sunday Family 4-Pack. Four 1-hour timed-play game cards plus a large 1-topping pizza for $39.99. 1 a.m.-11 p.m. GameTime, 5701 Sunset Drive, Suite 330, Miami. 305- 667-4263 Dance Party. Groove with our best dancers. 11:30 a.m. weekends only. Miami Children’s Museum, 80 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. Free with museum admission, $14 per person. 305-373-5437 ext. 100 or ext. 145
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Kids Club. Games, crafts, stories, and books. 4 p.m.4:30 p.m. North Central Branch Library, 9590 NW 27th Ave., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-693-4541
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Through Aug. 29. Exhibit displays Britto’s signature pop style art. Coral Springs Museum, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. $6. 954-340-5000 or coralspringsmuseum.org JAPAN’S ROBOT KINGDOM
Through Sept. 13. Exhibition explores Japan’s vast robot kingdom by way of a variety of vintage toys, figurines and other robot forms. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. $15; Ages 6-17, $9. 561-495-0233 or morikami.org
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“THE RETURN OF THE PIRATES” Through Sept. 6. Make sail for the Miami Children’s Museum for another great adventure. A fantasy world of pirate adventure comes to life with interactive games, stories, theater shows and live pirates. Everyone gets a map that leads to pirate treasure. $18 admission, $14 Florida residents, children under 1 year free. Daily. 980 Macarthur Causeway Miami. 305-373-KIDS (5437)
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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 THE MARY ALICE FORTIN CHILDREN’S ART GALLERY
On Display: “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 admission. The Society of the Four Arts, 2 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach. 561-655-2776. MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE AND AUTONATION IMAX 3D THEATER
401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. $14; Ages 2-12, $12. 954-463-IMAX (4629) or mods.org/imax Through Aug. 31: TINY GIANTS 3D From BBC Earth, this is the story of a day in the life of two little heroes: a scorpion mouse and a chipmunk. For each of them, this will be a day they never forget. Starting Feb. 13: HUMPBACK WHALES 3D The 50-foot whales will appear life-size on the giant screen during this 40-minute ocean adventure. Through Sept. 8: SESAME STREET PRESENTS THE BODY Learn about your body inside and out in the fun and familiar world of Sesame Street. Hands-on, interactive multimedia experiences allow children to explore the human body and how to keep it healthy. Each exhibit area has
FROM WITHIN AND WITHOUT: THE HISTORY OF HAITIAN PHOTOGRAPHY.
Through Sept. 13. Work by 20 photographers, as well as studio archives, family snapshots and photojournalist works. The exhibition includes photographs made before and after the 2010 earthquake, providing comprehensive history of Haitian photography. NSU Art Museum, One East Las Olas Blvd. Fort Lauderdale. $12; Ages 13-17, $5. 954-525-5500 ONGOING 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. Adults, $15; Ages 3-12, $11. 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. $14, Children under 1, Free. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. 305-373-5437 ext. 100 or ext. 145 AMAZON VOYAGE: VICIOUS FISHES AND OTHER RICHES
Activities, storytelling, live fish, artifacts, dance, music and demonstrations. Ages 13 and older, $14.95. Ages 3-12 and students, $10.95. Discount for Miami-Dade residents. 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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21 Tuesday MIAMI-DADE
Regal Summer Movie Express. “Madagascar 3.” 10 a.m. $1. Visit website for times and locations. regmovies.com
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dancing, singing contest, vendor raffles, silent auction items, and performances by the South Florida Cloggers. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 4271 Davie Road, Davie. Adults, $10; Children, $7. Food included. 954-797-1076 or davie-fl.gov Buckler Craft Fair. Shop for unique items for the home, including accessories, ceramics, jewelry and more. Guests with a sweet tooth can enjoy gourmet delights and homemade fudge. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. War Memorial Auditorium, 800 NE 8th St., Ft. Lauderdale. Bucklercraftfair.com. Adults, $6; children 12 and younger, free.
Use recycled materials to create wearable works of art. Milda Bublys, a fashion designer and former Fashion Institute of Technology professor, will guide students. 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7444 Free Math and Logic Class. Ages 6-11. See how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4:30 p.m. IMACS Plantation, 7435 NW 4th St., Plantation. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org Fire Safety Puppet Show. All ages. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. RSVP. 954-357-7990
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Zumba for Kids. Ages 5-12. High-energy fitness Zumba class. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. 305-553-1134
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Under the Sea at Delray Marketplace. Water slide, train ride, ocean-related craft and face painting. 3-6 p.m. 14851 Lyons Road, Delray. Free. delraymarket.com
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Every Hero Has A Story. Ages 5-12. 6:30 p.m.7:15 p.m. West Flagler Branch Library, 5050 W. Flagler St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-442-8710
Buehler Planetarium and Observatory Mobile Unit. Grades 1-6. Go to the Library and see the stars. First show 1-1:30 p.m.; 2nd show 1:30-2 p.m. 1 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. RSVP. 954-357-7990
Fire Safety Puppet Show. Ages 4 and up. Puppet show about fire safety and prevention. 3 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554
24 Friday
Bricks4Kidz at IKEA. Bricks4Kidz’s interactive LEGO activities, Marble Maze, remote Race, Spin Warrior Battle, coloring, watch motorized models demo and/or create a take home Spin Art. 1-4 p.m. IKEA Sunrise, 151 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise. Free. 888- 888-4532
Acreage Green Market. Eggs, chicken, pork,
Barnes & Noble Fan Girl Friday. Get introduced to the Women of Marvel; enjoy cosplay, giveaways, and more. 7 p.m. barnesandnoble.com
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Roots Cultural Festival. The Roots Cultural Festival serves as a celebration of the city’s cultural diversity and unity. Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd St, Delray Beach. Noon-10 p.m. Friday-Sunday. rootsculturalfestival.org
25 Saturday MIAMI-DADE
MiChiMu Interactive Storytelling. Storytelling adventure with MiChiMu from the Miami Children’s Museum. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. North Shore Branch Library, 7501 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Free. RSVP. 305-864-5392
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Summer Storytime. All ages. Stories, songs and activities 11 a.m.-11:30 a.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-553-1134
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LEGO CLUB, Ages 5 and up. Build with a variety of LEGO. 5:45 p.m. Pompano Beach Branch Library, 1213 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7595 Evening Movie. Ages 6-10. 5:30 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Free. RSVP. 954-765-1560 Kids Summer FunDays. Ages 5 to 12. Every week will have a different themed activity, 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
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Alligator & Crocodile Feeding. 4 p.m. Mondays. Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, 2500 Jupiter Park Drive, Jupiter. Donations. 561-575-3399 Young Artists. Grades 3-6. “Tissue Paper Creations.” brief discussion of the art of stained glass then explore transparency and color by making beautiful tissue paper creations. 3:30 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. 561-470-1600
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Dress to get messy. 2:30 p.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. RSVP. 561626-6133
29 Wednesday MIAMI-DADE
Playtime with Mommy. Ages 0-9 months. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Kendale Lakes Branch Library, 15205 SW 88th St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-388-0326
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Snow Cone Fever. Ages 5 and up. Learn the history of “shave ice” and make your very own snow cone! 4 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554
30 Thursday MIAMI-DADE
Every Hero Has A Story. Stories, crafts and games. 6:30-7:15 p.m. West Flagler Branch Library, 5050 W. Flagler St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-442-8710
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Game Board Day. Ages 6 and up. Games and puzzles. 3 p.m. Young At Art Youth Services Story Corner, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie. RSVP. 954-357-8585.
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Happy Birthday, Harry Potter. Ages 6 and up. Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday with games and crafts. 3 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554
31 Friday MIAMI-DADE
Grapeland Water Park Family Friday Dive-In Movie. Last Friday of the month. 5:30-10 p.m. $5. Grapeland Water Park, 1550 NW 37th Ave, Miami. 305960-2950 or grapeland@miamigov.com
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Heroes in Space: A Visit from NASA. Meet Dr. Ali from NASA, and learn what it takes to be a hero in space through hands-on activities and experiments. 3 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554
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