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S. Florida’s 3rd breast milk donation site now open at Boca Regional BOCA HOSPITAL LOCATION JOINS PEMBROKE PINES, MIAMI DONATION SITES

By Emily Miller Sun Sentinel writer

oca Raton Regional Hospital has teamed up with Mothers’ Milk Bank of Florida to help provide premature and critically ill babies the nutrition they need.

Boca Regional’s Toppel Family Place, 800 Meadows Road, now serves as a breast milk depot for interested donors who qualify. The milk dropped off at the hospital will be sent to Mothers’ Milk Bank of Florida in Orlando to be distributed across the state.

“It’s really a gift to these babies who are born at-risk,” said Karen Kesler, founder of Mothers’ Milk Bank of Florida. “You want to give them the best care possible, and that’s donor milk.”

The depot in Boca is one of nine in the state and one of three in South Florida, Kesler said. In 2013, two milk depots opened in the area: one at The Gathering Place in Miami and another at The Natural Baby Store in Pembroke Pines.

Delray Beach resident Kacy Sallusto was a driving force behind the opening of the milk depot at Boca Regional Hospital, said Karen Edlington, director of Women’s and Children’s Services at the hospital.

When Sallusto, 29, gave birth last November to twin girls nearly 10 weeks early, she insisted they receive only human milk during their six-week stay in the hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit.

As is the case with many moms who give birth prematurely, Sallusto was not immediately able to produce milk for her babies.

“I said if you have to feed them before my milk comes in, then we’ll order donor milk,” she said.

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policy to provide donor milk, so doctors made special arrangements to have human milk delivered from a milk bank in Texas at Sallusto’s expense, Edlington said.

“It never seemed right that we couldn’t offer that to all of our babies, and there were going to be some parents who maybe couldn’t afford to do that,” she said.

In August — roughly nine months after Sallusto gave birth — the hospital opened as a milk depot, collecting donated breast milk for babies in need.

“These babies deserve to get the very best start, and we can be a part of doing that,” Edlington said.

Donors looking to drop off milk at the depot must be registered through Mothers’ Milk Bank of Florida, Edlington said. Milk collected at the hospital is delivered to the milk bank in Orlando, where it’s tested and pasteurized before being distributed to neonatal intensive care units.

The American Academy of Pediatrics says, “if a mother’s milk is not available, then human donor milk is the next best thing,” Edlington said. “There’s a lot of evidence behind it.”

Human milk improves health outcomes overall of premature infants and decreases the rate of necrotizing enterocolitis, a gastrointestinal disease that causes destruction of the bowel, Edlington said.

Breast milk can decrease infection, shorten lengths of stay at the hospital and is tolerated better by a preemie than commercial formula, she said.

Donor milk also helps babies with feeding intolerance, intestinal injuries and other life-threatening conditions.

As with medicine, parents must provide consent before a baby can receive donated milk, Edlington said.

“We’ve had nobody really that hasn’t wanted to do this for their baby,” Edlington said. “At first people think, ‘Would somebody really want to use somebody else’s breast milk?’ But overwhelmingly, we’ve had such a positive response that we’re doing that.”

The milk bank in Orlando follows guidelines set by the Human Milk Banking Association of North America.

Healthy, lactating moms with a baby younger than 12 months can become a donor, Kesler said. The best candidates are new moms who produce more milk than their babies can drink.

Potential donors are screened for health issues at the milk bank’s expense. Once approved, a donor expresses and stores her milk, and drops it off at the nearest depot within six months.

Within a week of the depot opening in Boca, at least three moms reached out to the milk bank to become donors. Julie Haggerty was one of them.

“I’m just lucky enough to produce a lot of milk at a time,” she said. “I think it’s a gift I can give to others.”

Registered donors can drop off their milk at the Toppel Family Place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.

For information about donating breast milk, visit milkbankofflorida.org/mothers.

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Becoming

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7. Practice “rooming in,” which lets mothers and infants remain together 24 hours a day.

By Bob LaMendola

he Florida Department of Health in Broward County has launched a project to help eight birthing hospitals become “Baby Friendly” – meaning they more strongly encourage new mothers to breastfeed their newborns.

Each of the eight hospitals receives a $10,000 state grant to change policies and procedures in order to get better at promoting the benefits of breastfeeding, and also to teach new mothers to overcome problems and misconceptions that discourage them from nursing.

“Hospitals play an important role in ensuring that mothers have the information, support and skills to make an informed decision when it comes to breastfeeding,” said Dr. Paula Thaqi, Director of DOH-Broward.

The grants come from the state’s Healthiest Weight program, and go to 27 hospitals in 15 counties that are embracing the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative. The campaign started small in Europe in 1991 and has grown worldwide.

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8. Encourage breastfeeding on demand.

9. Give no pacifiers or artificial nipples to newborns.

10. Help start breastfeeding support groups and refer new mothers to them.

than average, and also have a lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, breast cancer and ovarian cancer. Children who are breastfed have a lower risk of developing respiratory and gastrointestinal infections, asthma, obesity, diabetes and sudden infant death syndrome.

The local project is led

by Esther March Singleton of DOH-Broward’s Women, Infants and Children program.

The project will help hospitals adopt the “Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding” that birthing locations must follow to win the Baby Friendly designation.

“The 10 steps consist of evidence-based practices shown to increase breastfeed-

ing initiation and duration,” Singleton said.

HOSPITALS MUST: 1. Have a written breastfeeding policy.

2. Train all health care staff about the policy and skills needed to carry it out.

3. Inform all pregnant women about the benefits and management of breastfeeding.

4. Help mothers start breastfeeding within one hour of birth.

5. Show mothers how to breastfeed and how to maintain lactation, even if separated from their babies.

6. Give infants no food or drink other than breast milk, unless medically needed.

The hospitals also are encouraged to stop putting samples of formula in the bags they give new mothers.

Participating Broward County hospitals working toward the Baby Friendly designation are Broward Health Coral Springs, Broward Health Medical Center, Holy Cross, Memorial Regional, Memorial West, Memorial Miramar, Plantation General and Northwest Medical Center.

West Kendall Baptist Hospital in Miami recently passed an on-site assessment, according to a news release, and became the first South Florida facility to receive the "Baby Friendly" certification.

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Bob LaMendola works for the Florida Department of Health in Broward County

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Severe chronic headaches make it difficult for South Florida teenagers to concentrate on school or enjoy family and social activities.

While there are many causes of headaches – including fevers and flu – research suggests that stress, lack of sleep, hormonal cycles, certain foods or other factors can trigger painful migraines.

Migraine headaches appear to be a neurovascular problem involving the nerves and blood vessels of the brain. Your son or daughter might experience severe pain on one side of the head, nausea and vomiting, or extreme sensitivity to light and noise. There is a strong genetic component to migraines, which are more common in young women than in men. Many teens with chronic migraines also suffer from depression.

If your child has frequent or persistent headaches, you should talk with your doctor about the possible causes. Along with a physical exam and medical history, the doctor may order a computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan to make sure the headaches are not related to a life-threatening problem such as bleeding from weakened blood vessels in the brain.

It’s usually best to treat a migraine attack as soon as the symptoms occur. Usually, the first step is to give your child a nonprescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) such as ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin). However, taking pain relief medication on a regular basis can lead to other health problems or “rebound headaches” when stopping the drug.

Equally important is to keep a record of events that seem to contribute to migraines (certain foods, fatigue, poor hydration) and initiate lifestyle changes to prevent migraines.

The herbal remedy butterbur (Petasites hybridus) or a combination of vitamin B2 and magnesium might also help prevent migraines in some patients and is recommended by the American Academy of Neurology.

If the migraines continue, your doctor might recommend preventative prescription medications to decrease the frequency and

severity of the headaches.

In cases that do not respond to preventative medications, additional ways to combat persistent migraines may be recommended. One approach is to use a nerve block – injecting a medication into one or more nerves at the back of the head. In many patients, this provides effective pain relief for one or two months. Repeating the nerve block might have a longer preventive effect.

Injections of Botox can also provide extended relief to chronic migraine sufferers.

This medication is believed to affect the neurotransmitters that are involved in triggering migraine headaches.

Tips for parents and teens Here are some suggestions for preventing and managing chronic migraine headaches: Be alert for any symptoms that occur before a migraine, such as dizziness or nausea.

Look for possible “triggers” of a migraine attack, such as certain foods, a menstrual period, fatigue, travel or even a change in the weather.

Once a migraine occurs, going to a dark and quiet room may help reduce pain.

Take a nonprescription pain reliever for immediate relief.

Keep a written migraine diary, including day, time and severity (use a scale of 1 to 10). Be sure to include any pain-relief medications you take in case they are causing rebound headaches.

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Finally, talk with your doctor about possible migraine preventive strategies, such as changing a teen’s diet, increasing exercise or sleeping longer at night. These lifestyle changes can be beneficial for all teens and can supplement a medical treatment plan.

With a carefully individualized approach, migraines can be managed effectively so teenagers can get on with their lives.

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New Moms, New Benefits

By Jessica Lamar

Whether it’s your first baby or your third baby, new baby means new mommy.

Because every pregnancy and every child is different, having a newborn in the house changes everything. With the Affordable Care Act (ACA), many insurance companies now provide expanded maternity benefits, making life easier as you care for your little one.

One of the most common new benefits is insurance-covered breast pumps.

For moms who are interested in getting a breast pump to express their breast milk, the Medela.com website makes it easy to find an insurance-covered pump. Mothers can also call their insurance providers to get policy information regarding pick-up and delivery.

In addition to breast pump supplies, the ACA requires employers to give moms time and a secluded place at their workplace to pump. Employers cannot designate the bathroom as the place for pumping, but must provide a sanitary and secluded space.

There are more benefits available for new moms in the form of postpartum care. In addition to the common six-week checkup women receive after giving birth, according to ACA, insurance companies must provide the following: free screening and counseling for postpartum depression, free help to quit smoking, free diabetes screening, and free counseling and screening for domestic violence.

Elizabeth Calzadilla-Fiallo of Miramar works with United Healthcare, and she said a substantial maternity program is available for members.

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their pregnancy. We work closely with expectant mothers to identify potentially high-risk pregnancies [and] refer them to network providers for quality and costefficient care.”

Fiallo said United Healthcare provides an online service known as “Baby Blocks.” It allows soon-to-be-mothers and new parents to track medical appointments, receive appointment reminders and earn rewards for keeping their appointments. The rewards include gift cards for clothing, teething rings, books, toys and other items.

Humana’s regional medical director, John Knispel, is a board certified OB-GYN who practiced for more than 30 years.

He said Humana supports pregnant women and their families with services for medical and behavioral health.

“Humana Beginnings helps our pregnant ladies and their families navigate the healthcare system to assure the best outcome possible,” he said. Through the program, members can contact a registered nurse to establish a relationship that provides education and meets the personal needs of each member.

Because many of the services required by the ACA are new, insurance companies continue to adjust their policies to address the needs of new moms. Expecting mothers should contact their providers when they find out about their pregnancies to learn about the full range of services and discounts available to them.

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Frozen foods can add variety, nutrition to your diet

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By Rachel Sestrich, RD, LD

Fresh isn’t the only way to go.

Frozen foods can be just as good for you as fresh, and they could help many people eat more nutritious meals.

Frozen foods are convenient, quick to prepare and often cost less than their fresh counterparts. In addition:

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Frozen foods are nutritious.

Frozen fruits and vegetables are picked at their peak and immediately frozen, sealing in their flavor and nutrients.

Fresh produce in the grocery store might have been sitting on trucks and in stores for days or weeks before you purchase them.

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Frozen fruits are great for smoothies, on top of hot or cold cereal and with yogurt, and they taste good just slightly thawed on their own. Swap out the ice cubes in your water for frozen fruit for a refreshing drink. You can get your favorite fruit in the frozen version any time, when you might not be able to get it fresh because it is not in season.

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Frozen foods last longer than fresh.

If you are find yourself buying produce and meat that goes bad before you can eat it, opt for frozen versions. You can keep food in the freezer longer than in the refrigerator.

Therefore, frozen foods can help eliminate waste and save you money.

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Frozen foods are easy to prepare.

You can get a healthy meal when you are crunched for time and avoid hitting the fastfood drive-through. Fruits and vegetables are washed, peeled and pre-cut, which saves time.

You can just pop frozen items in the microwave or on the stovetop for a few minutes, and they’re done.

Throw some frozen vegetables and meat in the crockpot, and you have a nutritious meal ready to eat when you get home.

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MICKEY’S NOT-SO-SCARY HALLOWEEN The party takes center stage at Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park on select nights from Sept. 15 to Nov. 1. At the family-friendly, separately ticketed event, guests are invited to dress in costume and trick-ortreat throughout the park after regular park hours. The boo-free bash includes a parade complete with a headless horseman, Disney characters in costume, and HalloWishes, a bewitching fireworks spectacular.

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UNIVERSAL’S HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS Presented on select nights Sept. 18-Nov. 1, Horror Nights is considered one of the nation’s largest, most elaborate and scariest Halloween celebrations with nine terrifying haunted houses, five scare zones, spine-chilling street experiences and two live shows. Universal warns this separately ticketed event may be too intense for young children; it is not recommended for children under 13. No costumes or masks are allowed. Info: halloweenhorrornights.com

BRICK-OR-TREAT AT LEGOLAND FLORIDA Family-friendly Halloween festivities are held on select dates in October. This spooky, kooky event features trick-or-treating along the brick-or-treat trail, LEGO build activities, what is billed as the largest LEGO Jack-O-Lantern in the world, a haunted scavenger hunt in Miniland USA, Halloween-themed entertainment and an all-kids costume contest with brick-tastic prizes. Festivities are included in regular park admission. Info: legoland.com

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adding another layer of waterproofing to the 10-year-old tent, an oversight I sorely regretted that Friday night.

We had one guaranteed dry spot inside: the bottom bunk of the bunk bed cots the kids were sleeping on. I put a plastic tablecloth over the top bunk and piled the kids on the bottom bunk, along with everything I wanted to stay dry. This was fun for about 10 minutes, and thankfully, this being Florida, that’s about how long the rain lasted.

Then the kids were up and out, playing with the rest of my son’s Cub Scout pack while I pulled out one of our towels and soaked up the inch of water that had collected inside. Thanks to scattered showers, I repeated this routine again Friday night and twice more Saturday morning.

Thankfully, my family was adopted by our closest camp neighbor, Heather (a self-described “mother hen”) and her kids, so we had a dry place to land when things got too soggy at our place. Heather and the other parents in the group were veterans at the camping thing, and they had lots of advice (and handouts of dry bedding) for the newbie among them:

» PACK AT LEAST ONE MORE OF EVERYTHING THAN YOU THINK YOU WILL NEED. Thanks to Heather’s abundance, I had a clean air mattress and a dry blanket to use on Friday night after mine got soaked. If I had packed an extra towel, I would have had a clean one to use on Sunday morning instead of one that had been used to dry my tent. » PACK IN CLEAR STORAGE BINS AND ORGANIZE BY TASK, such as “mealtime” or “campsite setup.” That way packing goes easier, both before the trip and at the campsite as you prepare to head home. » BRING MATS FOR BOTH OUTSIDE AND INSIDE THE TENT, and follow a strict “no shoes in the tent” policy. This will help keep your bed clean and dry even if it is wet and dirty outside. (Keeping an extra towel just inside the door is a good idea, as well, because if your shoes are wet and dirty, the rest of you probably is, too.)

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Sadly, one in three girls and one in five boys will be sexually abused before age 18, according to statistics.

Lauren’s Kids, an Aventura-based organization, was founded by a survivor of abuse, Lauren Book, and it promotes child abuse prevention and education.

Because 95 percent of abuse is preventable through awareness, Book works daily to make sure child abuse victims are heard and healed. She has implemented her education program, “Safer, Smarter Kids,” in more than 16,000 kindergarten and pre-K classrooms across Florida.

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ing back a lot on my journey,” said Book, who lives in Plantation. “Sexual abuse can happen to any child, anywhere and from any background. Among individuals with developmental delays, 90 percent will be abused.

“I felt it was my duty as a survivor to tell others victims they’re not alone. The greatest risk factor of being a victim of sexual abuse is being a child.”

Book, who graduated from the University of Miami and has a master’s degree in community psychology and social change, was abused by her female nanny, Waldina “Waldi” Flores.

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According to a Newsweek article, Flores “penetrated her young victim with vegetables and forks, threw her down a flight of stairs and urinated and defecated on her.” Book was forced to perform sex acts on Flores, and Flores controlled her wardrobe choices and more.

“My boyfriend had been asking me all along if something was wrong because he sensed something wasn’t right,” Book said. “I was lucky he never gave up asking. Then I told my guidance counselor, who helped me tell my dad.

“I was a lucky kid because my family believed me and helped me. That’s really how you set children on a path to recovery. Believe in them and listen to what they are saying. It’s not a life sentence, but a life challenge, to overcome abuse. Children must be believed and given help.”

Knowing the signs to look for is important, Book said. “Depending on the child’s age, there are different signs to look for,” she said. “Young kids may start having unexplained bruises or suddenly have regressive behaviors and start sucking their thumb again or have night terrors.

Potty-trained children will start having accidents. Older children may suddenly start coming home with gifts or have major changes in their grades. Dontmissthesigns.org is a great tool to help define the signs. Laurenskids.org also has a tool kit that can help.”

Open and honest communication is also key. “Letting them know they’re safe is really important,” Book said. “Knowing your child can talk to you matters a lot.

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and who is often a person in a position of authority,” Landgraf said. “Teaching your child about stranger danger is OK, but it’s most important to teach them to recognize boundaries of acceptable behavior and when they’ve been broken.”

Although Book admits she’s not a technologically driven person, she does encourage parents to know the passwords on any of their children’s electronic devices.

“The Internet is a great tool but also a dangerous one,” Book said. “Children don’t always understand the danger of sending photos online. Predators online could easily be posing as another child their age. That happens every day.”

If your child does approach you about something, Book said, there’s one promise no parent should make. “Tell your child you’re proud of them for talking with you, but don’t tell them you won’t tell anyone, because you have to,” Book said. “Don’t make promises you can’t keep, and don’t become unsafe for your child to talk to.

As hard as it is, you have to put your own feelings aside.”

Book likens revealing abuse to a bomb exploding in the house. “There’s shame and abuse involved,” Book said. “A lot of time and counseling will be necessary to get through it. Non-offending parents need help to navigate these difficult waters.”

Book, now 30, married in July and is happy to be moving on with her life. She likes spending her free time relaxing at the beach and spending time with her dog.

“I’m very lucky because I’ve been given a platform, and I meet a lot of children and adults who have endured abuse, and I listen to their stories and help them heal.

I’m a survivor of abuse, and being one can easily overtake you. But I’ve become a whole individual now.”

Every year, Book leads “Walk In My Shoes,” a 1,500-mile journey from Key West to Tallahassee to raise awareness about the sexual abuse of children.

“Our foundation has done incredible things, but we still have a long way to go,” she said.

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Day of the Dead: TRADITION TAKES ON A KID-FRIENDLY FACE Last year, thousands of people participated in the Florida Day of the Dead Celebration in Fort Lauderdale. PHOTOS/SUN SENTINEL

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lthough Halloween ends Oct. 31, it doesn’t mean the face paint and costumes need to get shelved for another year just yet. Extend the celebration for the whole family with some Day of the Dead fun.

The sixth annual Florida Day of the Dead Celebration livens up downtown Fort Lauderdale on Monday, Nov. 2, 4-10 p.m., at Huizenga Plaza. The event begins with mask and puppet making and face painting to gear children up for the festivities honoring Mexican and Latin traditions. Then along the riverfront at the New River Inn, altars honoring the deceased will be on display.

The event officially kicks off with a skeleton processional, led by event founder Jim Hammond. More than 40 giant puppets and 1,000 skeletons will march down the street to mariachi music.

There will be additional crafts and activities for children in Los Angelitos Village, which will be set up at America’s Backyard and Revolution nightclubs.

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a project to get behind as a community of artists,” said Jim Hammond, a professional puppeteer and executive producer of the Florida Day of The Dead Celebration.

“From the very first event we did, it was about family and included many family activities, such as puppet building with kids. It has now merged with more adult-centered events at night, but the festival continues to be about family-related content.”

That means a big parade, crafts, mask making and more. “Six months beforehand, we decide on materials to make the giant puppets,” Hammond said. “We have six puppet builders.

“This year we will be featuring a traditional Mexican leader of the world of the dead with ancient Aztec insignias. I’m one of the designers, and there are two engineers who worked to figured out how the 16-foot puppets could move,” Hammond said. “Some of the recycled materials we use to make the puppets includes cardboard and different types of package foam, especially the type they use to pack com-

puters in. We’ve also used plastic tubes from Crazy Glue and papier-mâché over it to create puppets.”

Keeping the event free for the community is important to Hammond and his team. “This is a good community event.

We do this as a service to the community,” Hammond said. “We want to keep it free and pay homage to ancient Latin people. Instead of it being a fearful event, it’s about celebrating life and not fearing death.”

Hammond said the event offers a wide variety of complimentary workshops, from sugar skull making to traditional Aztec dance. “South Florida really has a problem sometimes where people will not know neighbors five blocks away,” Hammond said. “It really got to me one year during the Florida Day of the Dead Celebration when an abuela from Mexico was working on a giant puppet with her 6-year-old granddaughter and a 25-yearold guy with neck tattoos. They were connecting and laughing while making this puppet, and if it weren’t for this event,

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Hammond said even the youngest members of the community like to get in on the Day of the Dead action. “I’ve seen 18-month-old babies at the parade wearing skeleton makeup and matching onesies,” Hammond said. “It’s never too early get in on the Day of the Dead celebration.”

The Day of The Dead, a.k.a. Dia de Los Muertos, originated as a Mexican holiday to remember the dead and pray for them.

Some of the customs include visiting the graves of the deceased and leaving behind altars containing the person’s favorite food or drink, sugar skulls or sugar dolls, and marigold flowers. However, the Day of the Dead has been getting increasingly mainstream, with Halloween costumes depicting Day of the Dead skeletons and the 2014 animated film, “The Book of Life.”

Artist Chuck Loose, who grew up in New Mexico, where Day of the Dead is heavily celebrated, is excited to see the holiday catching on in South Florida.

“It’s taken a little longer to become

The Florida Day of the Dead Celebration will take place in downtown Fort Lauderdale on Monday, Nov. 2, at Huizenga Plaza and offers something for the whole family.

more prevalent in American culture, but Day of the Dead is big here now,” said Loose, who created a limited edition screen-print poster with artist Omar Angulo for the festival.

“Oct. 24 is the Danse Macabre element of the festival with bands at America’s Backyard. It’s the more adult portion of the festival. Then Nov. 2 is the traditional observance with face painting, and kids

can hold puppets and walk in the processional with us. There is Aztec and Mexican folklore dancing along with mariachi music.”

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Keep costumes simple. Long and fancy ones could cause children to trip. Check to make sure children can move forward, back and to the side with ease. Costumes should also be fireproof, if possible. » Costumes should be made of white or light-colored materials to be easily seen at night. Reflective patches or strips can also be added to the costume for better visibility. » Instead of wearing masks that can obstruct your child’s vision, paint children’s faces with non-toxic makeup. Be aware that many facepaints contain lead and dyes that can irritate skin. Opt for all-natural paints such as Glob Colors, Earth Paint or Pretendi Naturali. » Props, such as guns or swords, should be made of Styrofoam or cardboard. » Children should beware of pets; animals might react negatively to costumes. » Have your child’s name and address written on the inside of the costume and on the trick-or-treat bag. » Obey all traffic rules. Watch for cars. » Walk; do not run while going trick-ortreating. » Cross only at corners. Never cross the street between parked cars or in the middle of the block. » Walk on the sidewalk. Do not walk in the street. » If there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic. » Drivers should be especially observant and should drive slowly through areas where

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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUMPKIN PATCH AT PINTO’S FARM Oct. 1-31. Pumpkins and pumpkin activities, hay maze, tractor rides, trick-or-treat stations, pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, and milkshakes and food for purchase. 3-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Pinto’s Farm, 14890 SW 216 St Miami. pintofarm.com

PUMPKIN PATCH Oct. 3-31. Kids will enjoy a free pony ride with each pumpkin purchased. There will also be a petting fair, scarecrow kits, harvest decor and refreshments. Coolers and pets are not permitted. 3-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The Little Farm, 13401 SW 224th St., Goulds. $5 parking.

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Oct. 23-24. Trick-or-treating stations, kids activity stations, monster movies, “Spooky After Dark” train rides, “Haunted Train” and more. All day. Gold Coast Railroad Museum, 12450 SW 152nd St., Miami.

General admission, $8; children 2-11, $6.(waiting on price confirmation) 305-253-0063 or gcrm.org.

ZOO MIAMI ZOO BOO Oct. 24. Ages 12 and younger. Trick-or-treat in costume, music, games, costume contests, special performances, Halloween-themed animal enrichment events and more. Included with zoo admission.

11 a.m.-4 p.m. Zoo Miami, 1 Zoo Blvd., 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami. Adults, $17.95; ages 3-12 $13.95. 305-251-0400 or zoomiami.org

MONSTER SPLASH DAYTIME BASH Oct. 24-31. Trick-or-treating, kiddie rides and bounce houses, Monsters in the Mangrove Haunted Walk, Flipper’s Dance Party, and Halloween-themed marine animal shows. Adults, $42.99; children 3-9, $33.99. Miami Seaquarium, 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami. 305-361-5705 or miamiseaquarium.com

COCONUT GROVE PUMPKIN PATCH FESTIVAL Oct. 24-25. This event will feature more than 5,000 pumpkins to pick from. Unlimited kids carnival rides, kids hay maze, a dress-your-own scarecrow village, corn stalk maze, hay ride and activities on the main stage. For adults, pumpkin decorating, a Pumpkin Food Court and a Pumpkin Beer Garden. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Peacock Park, 2820 McFarlane Road, Miami. $10; kids 2-10, $15. coconutgrovepumpkinpatch.com

HOWL-O-WEEN FESTIVAL Oct. 25. Paws 4 You celebrates Howl-O-Ween. Tricks and treats, a costume contest, a Doggie Fun Zone

Agility course, food, drinks, live entertainment, a spooky Kids’ Zone and pumpkin patch photos and many other activities. Paws 4 You will have adoptable dogs at the event. Noon-5 p.m. Pinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest. $5; under 2 free. pinecrest-fl.gov

SPOOKY ZOO NIGHTS Oct. 30-31. Includes entry into Dr. Wilde’s Creepy House, Halloween-themed tram rides, carousel rides, story-telling, creepy crawlies and candy stations. $2 carousel rides. 7-11 p.m. Zoo Miami, 1 Zoo Blvd., 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami. 305-251-0400 or zoomiami.org

HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS Oct. 31. Carnival games, costumes and treats.

Refreshments will be sold. 4-9 p.m. Scott Rakow Youth Center, 2700 Sheridan Ave., Miami Beach.

Free admission. Wrist bands for rides and carnival games, $5 cash only. 305-673-7767 or miamibeachparks.com

HALLOWEEN AT HOGWARTS AND BEYOND Oct. 31. A part of Festival Miami. The Frost Symphony Orchestra presents “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone: Children’s Suite for Orchestra” by John Williams, along with Danse Macabre by Camille Saint-Saëns. All children are invited to dress in Halloween costumes. Healthy post-concert treats will be served. 3 p.m. UM Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables. $10-15. 305-284-4940 or festivalmiami.com

BROWARD COUNTY HAUNTED NIGHTS AT FLAMINGO GARDENS Oct. 16-17, 23-24. Ages 10 and up. Outdoor, nighttime event featuring live actors, animatronic props and two haunted houses. Children under 16 must be accompanied by adult at all times. 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S Flamingo Road, Davie. $8. 954-473-2955 or flamingogardens.org

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FAMILY HAYRIDE AND CAMPFIRE Oct. 23. Spooky hayride followed by s’mores over a campfire. S’mores materials included. Extra bags of s’mores and drinks will be for sale. BYO hot dogs and buns. 6-9 p.m. T.Y. Park, 3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood. Ages 3 and up, $3.50. 954-357-8811

SPIRITS OF STRANAHAN HOUSE HALLOWEEN TOUR Oct. 25- Nov. 1. Evening tour with tales of spirits and legends unique to Fort Lauderdale. Advanced registration required. Two tours offered each night at 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Stranahan House Museum, 335 SE 6th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. $25 per person. 954524-4736 or info@stranahanhouse.org.

STORYTIME WITH THE GOOD WITCH AT FLAMINGO GARDENS Oct. 25. Parade through the woods at 11:30 a.m. to find the witch’s cottage, and storytime at noon. Free hayrides, costume contests, pumpkin patch, crafts, games and more. Come in costume for half-price admission. 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. $9.95; ages 3-11, $6.45. 954-473-2955 or flamingogardens.org

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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUMPKIN PATCH AT PINTO’S FARM Oct. 1-31. Pumpkins and pumpkin activities, hay maze, tractor rides, trick-or-treat stations, pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, and milkshakes and food for purchase. 3-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Pinto’s Farm, 14890 SW 216 St Miami. pintofarm.com

PUMPKIN PATCH Oct. 3-31. Kids will enjoy a free pony ride with each pumpkin purchased. There will also be a petting fair, scarecrow kits, harvest decor and refreshments. Coolers and pets are not permitted. 3-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The Little Farm, 13401 SW 224th St., Goulds. $5 parking.

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Oct. 23-24. Trick-or-treating stations, kids activity stations, monster movies, “Spooky After Dark” train rides, “Haunted Train” and more. 6-9 p.m.. Gold Coast Railroad Museum, 12450 SW 152nd St., Miami. $10 ages 2 and older. Additional fees for train rides. 305-253-0063 or gcrm.org

ZOO MIAMI ZOO BOO Oct. 24. Ages 12 and younger. Trick-or-treat in costume, music, games, costume contests, special performances, Halloween-themed animal enrichment events and more. Included with zoo admission.

11 a.m.-4 p.m. Zoo Miami, 1 Zoo Blvd., 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami. Adults, $17.95; ages 3-12 $13.95. 305-251-0400 or zoomiami.org

MONSTER SPLASH DAYTIME BASH Oct. 24-31. Trick-or-treating, kiddie rides and bounce houses, Monsters in the Mangrove Haunted Walk, Flipper’s Dance Party, and Halloween-themed marine animal shows. Adults, $42.99; children 3-9, $33.99. Miami Seaquarium, 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami. 305-361-5705 or miamiseaquarium.com

COCONUT GROVE PUMPKIN PATCH FESTIVAL Oct. 24-25. This event will feature more than 5,000 pumpkins to pick from. Unlimited kids carnival rides, kids hay maze, a dress-your-own scarecrow village, corn stalk maze, hay ride and activities on the main stage. For adults, pumpkin decorating, a Pumpkin Food Court and a Pumpkin Beer Garden. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Peacock Park, 2820 McFarlane Road, Miami. $10; kids 2-10, $15. coconutgrovepumpkinpatch.com

HOWL-O-WEEN FESTIVAL Oct. 25. Paws 4 You celebrates Howl-O-Ween. Tricks and treats, a costume contest, a Doggie Fun Zone

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SPOOKY ZOO NIGHTS Oct. 30-31. Includes entry into Dr. Wilde’s Creepy House, Halloween-themed tram rides, carousel rides, story-telling, creepy crawlies and candy stations. $2 carousel rides. 7-11 p.m. Zoo Miami, 1 Zoo Blvd., 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami. 305-251-0400 or zoomiami.org

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Refreshments will be sold. 4-9 p.m. Scott Rakow Youth Center, 2700 Sheridan Ave., Miami Beach.

Free admission. Wrist bands for rides and carnival games, $5 cash only. 305-673-7767 or miamibeachparks.com

HALLOWEEN AT HOGWARTS AND BEYOND Oct. 31. A part of Festival Miami. The Frost Symphony Orchestra presents “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone: Children’s Suite for Orchestra” by John Williams, along with Danse Macabre by Camille Saint-Saëns. All children are invited to dress in Halloween costumes. Healthy post-concert treats will be served. 3 p.m. UM Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables. $10-15. 305-284-4940 or festivalmiami.com

BROWARD COUNTY HAUNTED NIGHTS AT FLAMINGO GARDENS Oct. 16-17, 23-24. Ages 10 and up. Outdoor, nighttime event featuring live actors, animatronic props and two haunted houses. Children under 16 must be accompanied by adult at all times. 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S Flamingo Road, Davie. $8. 954-473-2955 or flamingogardens.org

ARTSPARK BOO BASH Oct. 23. Trick or treat on a not-so-scary spooky trail.

Costume contest and free concert by “The Monsters.”

7-10 p.m. ArtsPark at Young Circle Amphitheater, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Free. 954-921-3500

FAMILY HAYRIDE AND CAMPFIRE Oct. 23. Spooky hayride followed by s’mores over a campfire. S’mores materials included. Extra bags of s’mores and drinks will be for sale. BYO hot dogs and buns. 6-9 p.m. T.Y. Park, 3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood. Ages 3 and up, $3.50. 954-357-8811

SPIRITS OF STRANAHAN HOUSE HALLOWEEN TOUR Oct. 25- Nov. 1. Evening tour with tales of spirits and legends unique to Fort Lauderdale. Advanced registration required. Two tours offered each night at 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Stranahan House Museum, 335 SE 6th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. $25 per person. 954524-4736 or info@stranahanhouse.org.

STORYTIME WITH THE GOOD WITCH AT FLAMINGO GARDENS Oct. 25. Parade through the woods at 11:30 a.m. to find the witch’s cottage, and storytime at noon. Free hayrides, costume contests, pumpkin patch, crafts, games and more. Come in costume for half-price admission. 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. $9.95; ages 3-11, $6.45. 954-473-2955 or flamingogardens.org

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HALLOWEEN HAPPENING Oct. 29. Ages 12 and under. Costume contest, bounce houses, face painting, rides, and more. Free refreshments and candy for every child in costume.

6-8 p.m. Dan Witt Park, N.E. 21st Terrace, Lighthouse Point. 954-784-3439 or lighthousepoint.com

YOUNG AT ART HALLOWEEN PARTY Oct. 30. Create Halloween decorations and trickor-treat bags; dance to Halloween-themed music; participate in a parade and costume contest; enjoy a pumpkin painting workshop; trick-or-treat; and more.

3-8 p.m. Young At Art, 751 SW 121st Ave, Davie. $11-14. 954-424-0085 or YoungAtArtMuseum.org

HALLOWEEN IN OLD DAVIE Oct. 30. Trick-or-treating at historic houses, s’mores and flashlight museum tours. Small fees for some activities. 7-9 p.m. Free. Old Davie School Historical Museum, 6650 Griffin Road, Davie. 954-797-1044 or olddavieschool.org

FAMILY SPOOKY SLEEPOVER Oct. 30-31. Halloween activities, treats and ride the ZOMBIE 7D Simulator (PG-13). 6:30 p.m. Friday night to 8 a.m. Saturday morning. Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW 2nd St., Fort Lauderdale. $40. mods.org

ANIMAL GROSSOLOGY HALLOWEEN Oct. 31. Examine owl pellets, yucky jelly bean tasting, taste edible bugs, learn about arachnids, reptile show and more Halloween-themed activities. Noon-4 p.m. Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW 2nd St., Fort Lauderdale. $14; ages 2-12, $12. 954463- 4629 or mods.org

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HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL Oct. 31. Candy, costume contests, bounce houses and more. 6-9 p.m. Peter Bluesten Park, 501 SE First Ave., Hallandale Beach. Free. 954-457-1452 or hallandalebeachfl.gov.

Oct. 31. Trick-or-treat and costume contest. Contest prizes to include gift cards and special treats. The Promenade at Coconut Creek, 4443 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek. 855-999-7212 or thepromenadeatcoconutcreek.com

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PARENTS NIGHT OUT - SPOOKY SCIENCE Oct. 2. Ages 4-12. Science experiments, a sciencerelated craft, exploration of the exhibit “Eww! What’s Eating You?,” a pizza dinner and a planetarium show.

Register online. 6-10 p.m. South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach. $30 per child, $15 extra child. 561832-2026 or sfsciencecenter.org/parents-night-out

FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM Oct 9. Ages 7-12. Explore the museum after hours, eat pizza, watch “Frankenweenie” and play “skeleton games.” 6-9:30 p.m. Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. Resident $20; non-resident $25. 561-347-3900 or sugarsandpark.org

FALL FAMILY FUN FEST Oct. 10. Hands-on science activities, “Dinosaurs Around the World” exhibit, science-themed crafts, face painting, a bounce house, liquid nitrogen demonstrations, carnival-style games, story time, treats and Professor Clark the Science Shark guest appearance. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach. Adults $15; children 3-12, $11. 561- 8321988 or sfsciencecenter.org

ZOMBIE WORKSHOP WITH DIRECTOR’S CUT Oct. 10. Ages 9-14. Learn movie makeup techniques. Bring costumes and props, make-up provided. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Resident $50; non-resident $62.50. Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561-347-3900 or sugarsandpark.org

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p.m. South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach. Adults $12; ages 3-12, $8. 561-832-1988 or sfsciencecenter.org

Oct. 11. Face painting, bounce houses, kids activities and more. 1-4 p.m. CityPlace, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. Free. 561-366-1000 or cityplace.com.

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY Oct. 30. Ages 4-12. Games, pizza and desserts.

Reservations required. 4:30-6 p.m. 21626 St. Andrews Blvd., Boca Raton. Resident $3; non-resident $4. 561-367-7095 or theracquetcenter.org

SHRIEK WEEK: MISCHIEF, MAYHEM AND MANIA Oct. 16-17, 22-24. Haunted house, indoor blacklight games and family amusements, giant LED robots and DJ show, trackless train rides, trick-or-treat trail and more. Visit website for schedule. Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. Prices vary.

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TRICK ‘EM, TREAT ‘EM COSTUME PARTY Oct. 30. Ages 2-5. Costume party with munchies, mayhem, games and more. 10 a.m.-noon. Patch Reef Park, 2000 Yamato Road, Boca Raton. $5 per child.

561-367-7035 or PatchReefPark.org

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MALL-O-WEEN Oct. 31. Mall-wide trick or treating, games, kids activities, exhibitors and more. Boynton Beach Mall, 801 N Congress Ave, Boynton Beach. 561-736-7902

Oct. 16-18, 23-25, 30-31. Ages 12 and younger.

Sunday, October 18, 2015 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Admission: $5 per adult Members & Children (10 and under): FREE

Safe trick or treats, scarecrow making, kiddie rides, games, arts and crafts. Wear a costume and compete for prizes both Sundays, Oct. 18 and 25. 5-8 p.m.

Yesteryear Village, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach. Ages 2 and up, $8. Parking is free. 561-7930333 or yyv@southfloridafair.com

A SPOOK-TACULAR HALLOWEEN Oct. 31. Trick-or-Treat Along the Avenue, Halloween parade, and Kidsfest in Veterans Park with entertainment, bounce house, food vendors, make-and-take craft area and more. 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Downtown Delray Beach. mydelraybeach.com

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Oct. 24-25. Live music, magic show, pirate reenactments, children’s shows and treasure hunt, bounce house, interactive Pirate Ships, pirate stunt shows, live mermaids and more children’s activities.

11 a.m.-9 p.m. 129 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach.

Free. 561-600-9093 or bbpiratefest.com

Oct. 31. Visit the animals who will receive special Halloween treats. Treats, DJ, costume contest, crafts, and games. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Lion Country Safari, 2003 Lion Country Safari Road, Loxahatchee. $31.50; ages 3-9, $23. Parking $7 per vehicle.

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Oct. 30. Not-so-scary Halloween games and crafts.

Costumes welcome. Bring a flashlight and bug spray.

6-8 p.m. Daggerwing Nature Center, 11435 Park Access Road, Boca Raton. Free. 561-629-8760

Oct. 31. Ages 6 and up. Come in costume, bring a swim suit, or both. Activities in and out of the water include the giant water see-saw, bounce house, face painting and more. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 21618 St. Andrews Blvd. Boca Raton. Free. 561-544-8540 or theracquetcenter.org/swim-center

NIGHTS AT THE MUSEUM - SPOOKY SCIENCE Oct. 30. Spooky science secrets, oozing pumpkins, smoking bubbles, creepy crawlers and more. 6- 9

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A Special Halloween Jessie, my 10-year-old daughter, When Jessie helps wash the loves to be in charge of decorating family vehicles, she prefers for holidays. “I want to decorate rinsing over scrubbing. As I all by myself” is something I’ve vacuumed the van’s interior, heard many times.

Jessie watered the watermelon She enjoys decorating for plants, air and grass. Since Christmas best, because we she likes to be in charge of the PATRICK HEMPFING have lots of boxes filled with water hose, the new nozzle Christmas ornaments, lights, etc. added to the excitement.

However, whether she has many boxes Of course, Jessie had to try all the setor only one, Jessie has fun and makes the tings, clicking from one to the next by most of her decorating supplies. twisting the plastic nozzle head to achieve On a beautiful Saturday morning a spray, jet or other configuration of water three weeks before Halloween last year, I flow. decided to wash my wife’s van. My wife, Jessie is a lot like her mom. Mattie’s Mattie, was returning from a business trip younger brother bestowed upon her the that night, so I thought it would be a nice title “Dictator of the Bathroom,” when welcome-home surprise. Jessie likes to they were growing up together in a onehelp wash cars and anything, or anyone, bathroom house. Jessie is apparently else the hose will reach. striving to be “Dictator of the Water Hose.”

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During a snack break, I asked if Jessie would like to decorate for Halloween before her mom got home. She enthusiastically responded, “Yay! May I do it all myself?”

I retrieved the box marked “Halloween” from the garage, then left my experienced decorator in charge while I finished the car. Back outside, I enjoyed my freedom to squirt the hose whenever I wanted.

About 30 minutes later, I walked in to Halloween. Jessie had taped a foam ghost to my computer. She hung spider webs from the light above my desk. Two stuffed animals, a white ghost and a black cat, peeked out from under the comforter in the master bedroom. If they didn’t scare Mattie, the spider attached to the toilet tank would.

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found Jessie at the coffee table, crayon in hand. She had printed Halloween-themed coloring pages from the computer because she felt the walls needed more color.

Jessie and I picked up Mattie a few hours later. I thought we’d surprise her with the clean car and Halloween decorations. Jessie had a different plan. She greeted her mom with a hug and promptly gave her a detailed report.

We had a nice evening, which included Jessie dressing Sadie, our dog, in her Halloween costume. Jessie decided to be a cat and dress Sadie as a mouse. Sadie didn’t mind the gray T-shirt, but I can’t say she enjoyed the gray sock pulled over her tail.

Mattie, tired from her trip, went to bed early. I allowed Jessie to stay up past her bedtime to watch a little college football. My two favorite teams lost, one on a last-second field goal. As I crawled into bed, disappointed over the loss, I landed on something. I reached behind me and pulled a ghost and black cat out from

under my back. My frown changed to a smile.

I smiled again a few weeks later when a cat, a mouse, and a 6’5� block of moldy cheese greeted trick-or-treaters on our front porch. The cat, who had painted my face and selected my cheese-colored shirt, wore a big grin, too. As for the mouse, she was the cat’s best friend.

Jessie already has this year’s costumes planned. Recently, Mattie purchased a swimsuit and removed the foam pads from the top. Jessie held each pad to my chest and said, “This year, we’re going to be cheerleaders.�

Here’s my response, Jessie, in the form of a cheer. “Give me an N. Give me an O. Give me a W-A-Y. What’s that spell? NO WAY! Louder now, NO WAY!�

No matter what costume I wear, or how much my face gets painted, I’m confident we’ll have another wonderful Halloween ‌ with special decorations. And if our house gets egged, I only need to call Jessie

and her trusty water hose.

Until next month, remember to cherish the moments. Rah-rah! Happy Halloween!

Patrick Hempfing had a 20-year professional career in banking, accounting and auditing before he became a father at age 44. He is now a full-time husband, stay-at-home dad and writer. Follow Patrick at www.facebook. com/patricklhempfing and on Twitter @PatrickHempfing.

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Comets, Asteroids, Meteors

GREAT BALLS OF FIRE! Interactive stations throughout the exhibit provide entertaining learning experiences.

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Odd Mom Out I’m not sure if you know this, but I am a TV junkie. I am a true addict for reality shows (I have standards – no Duck Dynasty, Honey Boo Boo, TEANA MCDONALD etc.), sitcoms and documentaries.

The question I get the most from people (mainly moms) is how do I have time to watch so much TV? My answer: I put my animals (aka kids) to bed at 7:30 p.m. (yep, you heard right, even during the summer), and my DVR deserves a few cocktails, because it works some serious overtime.

I was on the phone with my fellow Loud Mom, Allyson, a few days ago, and we were discussing our TV show roundup: What shows we’re watching and which ones we need to watch. I promised that I would not commit to another show.

But I broke the promise, twice. I got hooked on the Bravo scripted series “Odd Mom Out” and, thanks to Allyson, “Unreal” on Lifetime.

“Odd Mom Out” is the first show since “Girlfriends,” “Living Single” and “The Facts of Life” (don’t laugh) that I could truly relate to, I mean really emotionally connect with a character.

For those of you who don’t watch it, Jill is the cool, grunge-looking, hip Soho, Greenwich Village mom (a mix between Sarah Jessica Parker and Katy Perry) who lives in Manhattan – and not just Man-

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hattan, but the “socialite” side with all of the privileged moms and their kids.

Jill has a best friend, Vanessa, a single doctor with zero kids. (She tries to keep Jill grounded.) Jill’s in-laws are the definition of bourgeois, pretty much snobby and stuck up. But her husband, Rex, is the complete opposite.

Jill is now living two lives, one with her uptight in-laws and one with her longtime BFF Vanessa. Each episode, it becomes more difficult for Jill to juggle these two worlds.

This show got me thinking, am I the Odd Mom Out? After analyzing my social circle, I came to the conclusion that yes, I am.

Don’t get me wrong; I adore the social circle that I am in. It keeps me grounded, in check and connected to the “real world.”

We don’t care about keeping up with the Joneses. I’ve had plenty of opportuni-

ties to roll with the “other” crowd, and honestly, I can’t keep up – it’s too much pressure.

The expensive lunches, the charity events at $500 per ticket, the donations to several charities, the 15 yoga, tennis, golf classes or lessons each week at the overpriced Country Club, the vacation homes, the cars … oh, and the competitive conversations about our children and their futures.

It was all too much.

Did I mention the “dress code”? The Lululemon by day, Gucci by night, with a touch of Ralph Lauren in between, was just ridiculous.

Jill and I are birds of a feather. We love a great yoga pant, love the fact that we don’t have to wear makeup to drop the kids off, and as long as our family dynamics work, it’s cool.

I salute all of the “Odd Moms” out there who don’t conform and fit in. We

have our own code of honor, our own society, and we are a strong unit.

Stay strong and find your tribe: Those women who make you feel good about being you and support you as a person and a parent.

It took me some time to find them, but thankfully I did. These women are the reason my kids are happy and thriving and love their environment in and out of school. Isn’t that what matters?

Think about your friends and how they make you feel. Is it time to make a change? Stay tuned for Odd Mom Out Part II.

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Teachable money moments

By Elizabeth Roberts

My daughter, Sarah, noticed the direct mail piece I left on her Dad’s breakfast plate recently. She is 16, and at that age, nothing is more alluring than food – unless it is free food – and the ad promised that.

She slid it close enough to read: “You’re personally invited to a seminar with complimentary meal.”

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Memorial Funeral & Cremation Services.”

“Why did they send this to Dad?” she asked.

It was what they call a teachable moment.

“Don’t worry. We are fine. I just thought we should go because it’s always good to plan ahead,” I said. “This way, when we die -- which we don’t plan to do immediately -- you and Paul (my 14-year-old son)

won’t have to worry about funeral directors telling you that you will feel less sad if you put us in an expensive box that is going underground anyway.”

It was an unusual conversation to have with a teenager. But Sarah and Paul have parents old enough to be grandparents.

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financial » matters checks, tucks them into envelopes, and affixes stamps to ensure that the electric and phone bill are paid.

We find ourselves with children who had ATM cards before they could drive, who comparison shop on their phones, who sell merchandise on eBay, and who have a regular source of income.

Paul builds and sells computers on eBay. He has a 95 percent approval rating.

Sarah works two part-time jobs at fastfood restaurants, and she plays lead guitar and bass in two bands that sometimes get paid.

Sarah is thrifty. She went to New York City to do an internship this summer at Columbia University. When she got home, she returned to me what I had given her for spending money. In appreciation of her thrift, I let her keep it.

Paul is generous. I logged into Paul’s bank account and discovered he was making daily trips to McDonald’s and buying enough food that he is either on a weightgain initiative or he’s treating the neighborhood.

They handle transactions on smart phones via Pay Pal. They mail merchandise, wire fund transfers and never see the person with whom they do business.

But their path to financial security remains unchanged, and that is what they are learning — one difficult lesson at a time.

Why am I writing this column? As a MONEY magazine correspondent for 17 years, I learned through other people’s stories the lessons of personal finance. They are lessons I have instilled in my children since they were old enough to beg for a coin for the gumball machine.

My children are different. Sarah still has the first nickel she ever earned. Paul tends to spend more than he should.

Yet both have a savings account, checking account, ATM cards, an awareness of priorities and planning and, soon, an investment portfolio, as well.

I look forward to sharing with you my successes and failures. I would welcome hearing about yours.

For when all the lessons are learned, experience is the best teacher.

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Early detection saved my mother’s life.

It can save yours, too

By Aileen Van Pelt, newsyparents.com

I was in my senior year of college when I received the most devastating news in my 21 years of life.

My aunt called and said my mom had something important to tell me and then put her on the phone. I thought that was strange. I mean, why wouldn’t my mom just call me directly?

And then came my answer: Breast Cancer.

The disease with no cure.

My mom had it. She wanted to get rid of it.

She was going to cut off her breast ... next week.

I flew home for her surgery. I was trying to stay strong, but I was concerned about the unknown. As my mom was about to be taken to the operating room, she handed me a large envelope. It contained her will.

I was only 21. I hadn’t graduated college.

I knew how important grandchildren were. I wasn’t married. I didn’t even have a boyfriend.

My mom couldn’t leave me yet.

All these thoughts ran through my head as my dad, sister and I waited for an update to a surgery that seemed to last for days.

My mom made it through surgery. Follow-up tests confirmed they got it all, and no chemo or radiation was needed. Now, 16 years later, she is still cancer-free. She is a strong woman who battled that disease and won. My mom is a breast cancer survivor!

Since that time, I graduated college. I got married. I gave birth to two daughters. My mother has grandchildren, and her life feels complete. I thank God every day that she is still with us.

Because of what happened and how it happened, I firmly believe in the importance of early detection. That’s why, when I turned 35, I had my first mammogram. My younger sister has, too. We are not taking any chances.

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Month, I strongly encourage you to perform monthly self-screenings. If breast cancer runs in your family, talk to your doctor about getting a mammogram now.

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Social-Emotional Skill Building: Teaching young children to say what they need

BY KAREN DEERWESTER, ED.S.

What do young children “need” when they are bored, sleepy, sad or hungry? How about when they are angry, confused or excited? Often, they don’t know.

Babies are born eager to communicate: to cry, fuss or steal our attention with big doe eyes. It’s the dance of attachment that we listen and we respond, honoring their unique preferences. Does the baby want to be held this way or that way?

Does the baby want to rocked or snuggle with Zenlike silence?

From the beginning, children tell us what they “need,” and we try to find the magical connection between need and fulfillment. We guide and we teach, giving them everything they need, without over-feeding, under-sleeping, over-stimulating, under-stimulating, too much push or too much pull.

Together, baby and loving caregiver learn what works best. The tuned-in grown-up stays present, listening and learning as an infant’s needs become intuitive and transparent.

Then at 18 months with the first “NO” and “MINE,” deciphering what a child “needs” gets more complicated. And by the 3s, with potty power and power struggles, the dance between parent and child can become a battle for who leads and who follows.

Developmentally, the child is ready to learn what she needs, mostly because she refuses to let anyone else decide for her.

And yet, children can’t manage this social-emotional journey alone.

The confusion in kids’ thinking can be heard in a fabulous song by Wendy Gelsanliter, “I’m Hungry, I Need a Band-Aid”: “I’m bored, I need a Band-Aid. I’m sleepy, I need a Band-Aid. I’m sad, I

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need a Band-Aid. I’m hungry, I need a Band-Aid.” Kids know they need something! A Band-Aid is the magical, make-it-feel-better, fix-everything solution. Children must go through a very personal process of exploration and discovery to figure out what they need in an emotionally volatile situation.

It takes time, practice, experience and wisdom to figure out emotional needs: Do I need a BandAid or a hug? Do I need a Band-Aid or a minute to calm down? Do I need a Band-Aid or a crazyreleasing temper tantrum?

No one else can tell a child exactly what he or she needs, because one person’s strategy might not work for another.

Just read “Mouse Was Mad” by Linda Urban to see what goes “wrong” when the other animals try to tell a little mouse how to release his anger, and how “right” it is when he discovers his own way.

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3. When calm, ask what they need right now. Just posing the question creates an opening for awareness, for a choice. Even a 2-year-old, who is too young to know or to verbalize, will know the question presents a way out of the emotional quicksand.

4. Practice creating options. Do you need a minute to get calm? A hug? A Band-Aid? Children’s books and music are great ageappropriate resources.

5. Know what you need! Grown-ups can’t help until they have their own emotions in check. Do you need a minute to get calm, stop driving or scream (best recommended for later when children are not present!)?

6. Teach choices. PositiveDiscipline.org has a “wheel of choice” to help children visualize problem-solving options. Children decide for themselves effective communication and behavior choices. For example: Ask someone to stop, try again, go to a cool-off spot or count to 10.

7. Be prepared to guide your child to effective choices or shut down ineffective choices. Of course, he NEEDS to smack his sister when he’s angry, but that is definitely not an effective choice. Children’s problem-solving ability is directly proportional to their parents’ problem-solving ability. So best to begin and end with improving your own emotional intelligence and mindfulness.

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OOPS. I Did it Again.

BY CHRISSIE FERGUSON

Kids say the darndest things. And that’s one of the things we love about them.

But when a child’s filter seems to be permanently on the fritz and impulsive behavior starts to become the norm, parents might begin to wonder if they can help their children learn to think before they speak.

Research shows that by teaching children to empathize and step into another person’s shoes, they can learn the importance of reflecting on their own words and actions and on the effect they might have on those around them.

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“Take the time to give children explicit support and instructions on how to reflect on people’s perspectives,” said Mary Helen Immordino-Yang, Ed.D., an associate professor of education and psychology at the University of Southern California.

Immordino-Yang suggests introducing this way of thinking in a non-threatening way by asking a child his or her perspective about characters in a movie or a book.

Parents and teachers could also encourage children to write plays or essays, then have them analyze the situations they’ve created from the character’s perspective. Ask, “What do you think this character feels?”

“Helping children learn how to conceptualize will help them relate to others,” said ImmordinoYang. “But it will also help them relate to themselves so that they can make better decisions.”

Introducing the “rings of responsibility” can also help a child to reflect more deeply before speaking or acting.

At Rosarian Academy in West Palm Beach, Laura Jane Linck teaches the rings of responsibility: self-thinking, friends and family thinking, and community thinking.

The rings are a framework based on “The Good Project,” co-founded by developmental psychologist Howard Gardner.

Linck, the school’s dean of faculty and program development, said the middle (or center) ring, self-thinking, is self-focused. A child who speaks or acts before thinking may be stuck in this ring.

The second ring represents friends and family thinking and allows the child to think morally and to think about how his or her actions affect close

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In the third ring, the child is in the “community thinking” mode, which is ethically focused, prompting him or her to think about how decisions or behavior affect the larger community.

Parents can implement this framework from an early age through role playing and the use of examples.

“Use dolls with very young children or discuss the characters and their perspectives in stories like ‘Goldilocks and the Three Bears,’ ” Linck said.

Encourage your child to pretend that he or she is one of the characters in the story.

This will help children make a connection by understanding how that character might have felt.

Remember that it’s important to teach this mindset before a problem begins, said Immordino-Yang. Teachers should set up these conditions “so that they become the norm for a classroom culture,” rather than pull them out of the closet when there is a problem. Parents should do the same at home, she said.

While children are still developing key thinking skills, said Carrie James, a sociologist at a research center at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, talking about the rings of responsibility and putting them into context in life can help children slow down and reflect on their choices.

James, who studies young people’s digital, civic and moral lives and has conducted research with Dr. Gardner, said, “Youth can develop a routine of thinking about each ring, asking questions such as ‘How might posting this text/post/tweet affect me?’ ‘How might it affect my friends and family?’ ‘How might it affect a larger community of people whom I don’t know?’ ” It’s important to remember that teaching children to be more reflective before speaking or acting takes time.

“It is a skill that neurologically has to be repeated,” Linck said. “But if it is repeated and frequently modeled, then it will quickly become part of a child’s disposition.”

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Where There’s Smoke THERE’S FIRE

BY MARGARET SAGARESE High school students who smoke cigarettes hit a historic low of 9.2 percent in 2014. MTV runs a campaign defining today’s young generation as capable of ending smoking once and for all.

Are we – parents and our children – over the hump of worry about smoking?

Not by a long shot. As traditional smokers decline, e-cigarette statistics are rising fast. In 2014, 13.4 percent of high schoolers used these battery-operated inhalers that contain nicotine.

And with recreational marijuana use legal in Colorado and on the ballots elsewhere, and with 23 states and the District of Columbia permitting its use for medical purposes, pot use is another concern.

“Marijuana is the fastest rising drug among teenagers, and there is a decreasing perception that it

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is harmful,” said Dr. Scott Krakower, a New York specialist in child and adolescent psychiatry with the North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System.

What’s Known and Unknown about E-cigarettes The marketing of e-cigarettes smacks of duplicity.

“E-cigarettes are intended only for adult smokers and adults who vape,” wrote Cynthia Cabrera, executive director for the Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association, in an opinion piece in USA TODAY. Yet despite the standard claim that e-cigs are intended to help addicted adult smokers quit, the industry (which includes three major tobacco companies) markets to kids aggressively and blatantly.

They pitch kid-friendly brands called Cherry Crush and Butter Crunch. They employ typical images of rebellion designed to appeal to young adolescents who chafe at authority and who crave independence, adventure and risk. Hot celebrities are featured in advertising campaigns that air at sports stadiums and music events.

Another tricky situation is this: 42 states have laws banning sales to minors, yet those laws have no teeth. Cigarettes sales are weighted with hefty taxes, and those sold to minors carry legal penalties. E-cigarette use, on the other hand, isn’t subject to tough law enforcement, heavy penalties for breaking the laws or high taxes.

Advocates want e-cigarette laws to be the same as those for cigarettes, but so far that has not happened.

The final warning is about what’s unknown so far about e-cigarettes. The products are so new that research is scant. Do they really help smokers quit? Are there long-term risks? Just how addictive are they? These are just a few questions yet to be answered with definitive studies.

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What Marijuana Backers Don’t Want You to Know Marijuana for medicinal use, namely to ease pain, has been proven by studies.

That fact gets all the attention and all the headlines. Who doesn’t want to help terminal cancer victims control their suffering?

That’s hardly the whole story where marijuana is concerned, particularly when one considers pot for recreational purposes, as many states are doing. Colorado has a new industry in pot and a booming recreational tourist attraction.

What isn’t common knowledge is how pot negatively affects young users.

Researchers at the University of Texas scanned the brains of 48 heavy users (“heavy” being defined as smoking four times a week for six months). They found IQs declined, the loss as much as eight points.

The IQ dive also showed up in previous studies, which found key brain regions associated with reward, decision-making and motivation were compromised.

Another study echoed those results, showing that heavy-using teens were 60 percent less likely to finish high school.

There are unknowns about marijuana, too. Anecdotal evidence shows users of the new pot products are showing up frequently in emergency rooms. Why? New high-potency varieties carry larger amounts of THC, tetrahydrocannabinol, the main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana plants. It could be 90 percent. More studies are needed to determine what impact these new varieties will have on young adolescent brains and bodies.

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Timing is key. Experimenting among tweens begins usually after the move from elementary school to middle school, according to PRIDE, the National Parents’ Resource Institute for Drug Education.

The age 13 seems to be prime because kids are three times more likely then to know someone who has tried drugs, and these kids are not inclined to snitch. A 13-year-old is less of afraid of consequences, more willing to follow friends, and twice as likely to have no adult supervision after school.

The best conversational strategy to employ with your tween turns out to be honesty and effort. Parents of tweens mistakenly think their kids don’t listen to them. The fact is they do listen to antismoking rules, and those talks do deter kids from experimenting.

Tweens have growing brains and growing bodies. Furthermore, they are very protective and wary about their physical selves.

Tell your child outright that smoking pot will lower his or her IQ. In our age of testing, testing, testing, and worrying prematurely about getting into a good college, chances are that this tidbit will hit home. Repeat to them that motivation gets cloudy with pot use.

Underline the unknown factors about pot and e-cigarettes. Explain that no one really knows just how addictive e-cigarettes are or what long-range effects they may have. Similarly, these new pot strains are like Russian roulette: No study has shown what a 90 percent THC product will do to a young person’s health and well-being.

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learn about its tradition in Mexico and around the world.

6-7 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-553-1134 Kid Creators. Ages 4-12. Make, explore, design, and share your do it yourself masterpieces. Materials will be provided. 6:30-7 p.m. Northeast Branch Library, 19200 W. Country Club Drive, Aventura. Free. RSVP. 305-931-5512

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Free Zumba Kids Class. Ages 7-12. Space is limited and registration is required. 5-6 p.m. Thursdays.

Baptist Medical Plaza in Pembroke Pines, 15885 Pines Blvd., Suite 130, Pembroke Pines. 786-467-5680 or CommunityExercise@BaptistHealth.net Pups And Tots At The Humane Society.

Ages Newborn-4. Story time, activity, and puppy and kitten visits, $12. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Humane Society Of Broward County, 2070 Griffin Rd., Fort Lauderdale. $12. 954-2666831 or humanebroward.com

PALM BEACH

Divorce and Separated Parent Support Group. Nondenominational. Refreshments will be served.

6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays. St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church, 100 NE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton. $10. 561-244-0010

Delray Marketplace Music Fest. Fabulons Motown & Classic Rock. Bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the music under the stars. 6-8 p.m. Thursdays in October. Delray Marketplace 14851 Lyons Road, Delray Beach. Free. 561-865-4613 or delraymarket.com

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Music Inspired by China’s 5,000 Year History. Cultural presentation on the culture, musicians and instruments of the Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra. 4-5 p.m. Main Library, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-375-2665

BROWARD

Friday Night Tunes. Free concert series with a broad range of musical varieties featuring a different live performer each month. Bring chairs, picnic blankets, and snacks. 7-10 p.m. Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-828-7275 or fortlauderdale.gov Toddler Yoga with Nipa: Ages 1-5. Songs, music, and music with yoga. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Young At Art Youth Services Story Corner, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie.

Free. RSVP. 954-357-8585

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editor’s picks Oct. 17, Saturday BROWARD COUNTY

7th Annual Cardboard Boat Race. Create a team name and theme for your family’s vessel and construct a boat made of cardboard. Cardboard will be provided while supplies last for on-site builders. Pre-register by Oct. 7 by emailing your registration or calling. Day-of registration allowed if space available. On-site building, 8 a.m.-noon. Race at 1 p.m. Prizes for fastest vessel, most creative design, most spectacular sinking and more. Hollywood Marina, 700 Polk St., Hollywood. 954-921-3035, marina@hollywoodfl.org, or hollywoodfl.org.

Oct. 24, Saturday PALM BEACH COUNTY

Skippyjon Jones Snow What. A musical based on the book by Judy Schachner, the show is a twist on Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Seating begins 30 minutes before the performance. 11 a.m.-Noon. Palm Beach State College Duncan Theatre, 4200 S. Congress Ave., Lake Worth. $10. 561-868-3309 or palmbeachstate. edu/theatre .

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Columbus Day Crafts. Ages 3-5. 11 a.m.-Noon. Sunset Branch Library, 10855 SW 72nd St. #13-14, Miami.

Free. RSVP. 305-270-6368 Fall into Reading. Ages 3 to 5. Stories and a simple craft. 2:30-3:10 p.m. Key Biscayne Branch Library, 299 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne. Free. RSVP. 305-361-

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Day Of The Dead Workshop. Folklorico Dance & Costume Workshop by Paco Huerta. Ages 6 and up. 7:30-9 p.m. Call for location.

Young At Art Teacher Open House. For all teachers, homeschool educators and PTA members and their families. Musical performance, snacks, artistic workshops, art studio demos, and resources showcase.

5:30-7:30 p.m. Young At Art, 751 SW 121st Ave, Davie.

Free for teachers and their families. RSVP to reservations@ youngatartmuseum.org

PALM BEACH

Scales and Tails. Ages 6-12. “All About Reptiles.” 2 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Lego Club. Ages 6-12. Build something for the season of autumn. 2 p.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-894-7500

IMACS Free Math and Logic Class Delray Beach. Ages 6-11. Observe children in a classroom setting and see how they perform, think and respond to ideas in this fun one-hour class. 4:30 p.m. IMACS Delray, 6200 Linton Blvd., Delray. RSVP. 561-470-1178 or imacs.org

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Hispanic Heritage Children’s Art Workshops.

Ages 5-12. 3-4:30 p.m. Miami Beach Regional Library, 227 22nd St., Miami Beach. Free. RSVP. 305-535-4219

Zombify, Scarify, Spookify Craftacular Booh Time. Ages 5-12. 4-5 p.m. Edison Center Branch Library, 531 NW 62nd St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-757-0668

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Movies in the Park. Bring blankets and lawn chairs.

Concessions as well as “glow” items will be available for purchase. 7 p.m. Hillsboro Park, 4111 NW 6th St., Deerfield Beach. 954-480-4429 or deerfield-beach.com Day Of The Dead Workshop. Giant Puppet & Mask Making Workshop by Puppet Guild. 6:30-9:30 p.m. The Bunker Art Space, 2034 North Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors. dayofthedeadflorida.com or info@dayofthedeadflorida.com Free Play Fridays. Ages 1-5. Children and parents interact with pre-literacy toys. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Young At Art Youth Services Story Corner, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie.

Free. RSVP. 954-357-8585 IMACS Free Math and Logic Class Weston.

Ages 6-11. Observe children in a classroom setting and see how they perform, think and respond to new ideas in this fun one-hour class. 4:30 p.m. IMACS Weston, 2585 Glades Circle, Weston. RSVP. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org

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Museum Free Second Saturday. Hands-on activities and guided tours. 1-4 p.m. Pérez Art Museum, 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Free. 786-345-5643

Family Day on Aragon Family And Youth Films. “The Wizard of Oz.” Includes a free popcorn and soda. Second Saturday and Sunday of the month. 11 a.m.

Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables. $5. 786-385-9689 or gablescinema.com Sugar Skulls and Hispanic Stories. Special story time performed by the Miami Children’s Museum, along with decorating a sugar skull to take home. 3-4 p.m.

Miami Lakes Branch Library, 6699 Windmill Gate Road, Miami Lakes. Free. RSVP. 305-822-6520

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It’s A Family Affair. Enjoy food, music, dancing, karaoke, games, raffles and more. A portion of the proceeds will go to help fight against Human Trafficking. 6 p.m.

Old Davie School Historical Museum, 6650 Griffin Road, Davie. Adults, $25; children 6-12, $10. 954-854-4641 or eventbrite.com Peter Pan Pirate Party. Crafts, sword-making and interactions with Peter Pan himself. Advanced registration is required. 10:30-Noon. Stranahan House, 335 SE 6th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. One child and one adult, $20; additional family members, $15 each. 954-524-4736 or info@stranahanhouse.org Family Funday. Ages 3 and up. Explore the museum and create art projects. Please arrive by 2:45 p.m. Second Saturday of the month. Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. $5. RSVP. 954-3405000 or coralspringsmuseum.org

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Pajama Jams Story Time With Miss Mij. Stories, music and pretend play in PJs. Includes carousel token. Ages 18 months-2, 10-10:45 a.m.; ages 3-4, 11 a.m.-noon. Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. $5. 561-347-3900 or sugarsandpark.org Cuentos y Canciones Para Ti. Read stories and act them out in both Spanish and English, and make a related craft. 10:30 a.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030 Block Party. Ages 6-10. Builders create using Lego bricks. 10:15 a.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. 561-734-5556

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Canoe Tours At The Deering Estate. 7:30-11 a.m. Adults, $30; ages 9-14,$20. Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 SW 72nd Ave.,Miami. RSVP. 305-235-1668 ext.

233 or deeringestate.org 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.

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Be Kind to Animals. Critters Matter. Each week guests will be introduced to a featured animal. 11 a.m. Sundays. Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital 3000 Sportsplex Dr. Coral Springs. Donations appreciated.

954-752-9453 or sawgrassnaturecenter.org Operating through the Miami - Dade County Public Schools, in conjunction with the Florida Department of Education, we are a special education support system for parents, professionals and others who work with children with disabilities, ages birth - 21 years.

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7-12. Use 3:30 p.m. Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030 Free Friday Concerts. Remix Band. Weather permitting; bring lawn chairs. No pets or outside food and beverage. 7:30 p.m. Delray Beach Center for the Arts / Outdoor

Pavilion, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. Free. 561243-7922, DelrayArts.org

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OUR AMERICA

Through Oct. 21. Book by Joseph Robinette and music and lyrics by Charles Strauss.

All Kids Included sensory-friendly performance Oct. 24 at 11 a.m. Call for ticket prices. 2 p.m. Saturdays. Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables. 305-444-9293 or actorsplayhouse.org

Oct. 14. Grades K-5. Multicultural folktales & folksongs from the American experience. 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Lake Worth Playhouse, 713 Lake Ave., Lake Worth. Adults, $8; children, $6. 561-586-6410 or lakeworthplayhouse.org

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Oct. 3. Featuring Rumba Flora by Miamibased artist Rita Rosa Ruesga; Como te lo canto, como te lo cuento, by Jordi Tonietti from Barcelona, Spain; and El Patico Feo, by Teatro de las Estaciones, from Matanzas, Cuba. 2-6:30 p.m. Miami Dade County Auditorium, 2901 W. Flagler St., Miami. $5-15. 305-547-5414 or miamidadecountyauditorium.org CIRQUE ÉLOIZE ID

Oct. 8-11. A blend of circus and urban dance performed by acrobats, break dancers and contortionists.

Ziff Ballet Opera House, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami. $40- 89. arshtcenter.org THE MAIN STREET KIDS’ CLUB: A MATHSTART MUSICAL

Oct. 9. Musical about adventure, mystery, friendship and math. Features six stories focusing on mathematical concepts. Study guide available online. Lap Tickets available for babies 12 months and under at the AutoNation Box Office. 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Amaturo Theater at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale. $7.20. 954-4620222 or browardcenter.org BELLA & HARRY

Oct. 10. Based on the educational series, The Adventures of Bella & Harry. Come an hour early for free face-painting, storytelling and art activities. Lap tickets available for babies 12 months and under. 2 p.m.

Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place. Miramar. $15. 954-602-4530 or miramarculturalcenter.org BROADWAY KIDS STUDIO PRESENTS INTO THE WOODS JR.

Oct. 10. The Brothers Grimm go Broadway as Sondheim and Lapine offer up a cockeyed fairy tale. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center at NSU, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Davie. $17.92. 954-462-0222, 800-359-2525 or BroadwayKidsStudio.com SPOT: BROWARD CENTER FAMILY FUN SERIES

Oct 11. Ages 3-7. Musical based on the book series by Eric Hill that takes the audience to the farm where all the animals are missing. Arrive early for free pre-show face painting and art activities and complimentary post-show snacks. Study guide available online. Lap Tickets available for babies 12 months and under. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Amaturo Theater at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale. $16. 954-462-0222 or browardcenter.org

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ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS LIVE ON STAGE

Oct. 16. Musical interactive live show featuring the Chipmunks with special guests The Chipettes. 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Ziff Ballet Opera House At The Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami. $29 and up. 305-9496722 BARBIE LIVE SHOW: BARBIE IN ROCK ‘N ROYALS

Oct. 17. Live show starring Barbie in her all new movie, “Rock ‘N Royals.” Live concert performance of songs from the movie, meet the stars of the film, interactive karaoke and Barbie photo-opportunity. Noon- 6 p.m. Miami International Mall, 1455 NW 107th Ave., Doral. 415-902-5233 or Marissa.Beck2@ mattel.com ARTS IN THE GARDENS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE: “ACTING SHAKESPEARE”

Oct. 16. Grades 5-12. Actors from Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival discuss, rehearse and perform various monologues and scenes.

Includes a deconstruction of one of Shakespeare’s most famous speeches and a question and answer period. RSVP via e-mail.

10:30 a.m. Palm Beach State College, 4200 Congress Ave., Lake Worth. Free to school groups. davidows@palmbeachstate.edu DOG LOVES BOOKS

Oct. 18-19. Musical about the dog “Dog” who loves everything about books. Arrive early for free pre-show face painting and art activities and complimentary post-show snacks.

Study guide available online. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St., Aventura. $16. 877-311-7469 or aventuracenter.org

with puppets and people. 11 a.m. South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center, 10950 SW 211 St., Cutler Bay. $15. smdcac.org SWAN LAKE ACT II & OTHER WORKS Oct. 24-25. Ballet Palm Beach performs Act II of Tchaikovsky’s first ballet, Swan Lake, and other short works. $17-$37. Eissey Campus Theatre Palm Beach State College, 11051 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. balletpalmbeach.org SKIPPYJON SNOW WHAT

Oct. 24. Weekend Family Fun Series at Palm Beach State College. Musical based on the book by Judy Schachner, the show is a twist on Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Seating begins 30 minutes before the performance. 11 a.m.-Noon. Duncan Theatre, 4200 S. Congress Ave., Lake Worth. $10. 561-868-3309 or palmbeachstate.edu/theatre WIZARD OF OZ

Through Oct. 24. Every Saturday at 4 p.m.

Showtime Performing Arts Theatre, 503 SE Mizner Blvd, Royal Palm Place, Boca Raton. Adults, $14; children 12 and under, $10. 561-394-2626 or showtimeboca.com PJ LIBRARY READING ROCKS FAMILY CONCERT

Oct. 25. Family-friendly music of Mama Doni and pre-concert fun including music, games, crafts and more. Family fun 3-4 p.m.; Concert 4-5 p.m. Spanish River High School Countess de Hoernle Theater, 5100 Jog Road, Boca Raton. Adults, $10; children, $8. 561-852-6080 or pjlibrary@ bocafed.org.

SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE TOUR 2015

Oct. 28. The Season 12 tour lineup includes the Top 10 finalists. Featuring the season’s most popular routines from Team Stage and Team Street, as well as original pieces created for the tour. 8 p.m. Ziff Ballet Opera House At The Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami. $39 and up. 305-949-6722

CLICK, CLACK, MOO

Oct. 20. Musical about compromise and negotiation based on the Caldecott Award-winning picture book. Study guide available online.

Lap Tickets available for babies 12 months and under. 10 a.m. Parker Playhouse, 707 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale. $7.20. 954-462-0222 or parkerplayhouse.com ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND

Oct. 21-Nov. 20. Join Alice as she tackles the challenges of her everchanging world. Miami Theater Center, 9806 NE 2nd Ave., Miami Shores. $35.305-7519550 or mtcmiami.org SOUTH MIAMI-DADE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER FAMILY SERIES

Oct. 24. Pre-K and up. “Big Friendly Giant.”

Roald Dahl’s personal favorite acted out with

SESAME STREET LIVE

Oct. 31- Nov. 3. “Make A New Friend.”

Elmo, Grover, Abby Cadabby and their Sesame Street friends welcome Chamki, Grover’s friend from India, to Sesame Street. Parker Playhouse, 707 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale. $16-$36. 954-462-0222 or parkerplayhouse.com

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HOME EDUCATIONAL EXHIBIT THE WIZARD OF OZ and all related characters and elements © & ™ Turner Entertainment Co. Miami Children’s Museum receives both private and public funding. MCM is sponsored in part by the City of Miami; the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; and the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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» exhibits for families MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE AND AUTONATION IMAX 3D THEATER

NOW ENROLLING! For The New School Year

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401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. $14; Ages 2-12, $12. 954-463-IMAX (4629) or mods.org/imax Oct. 1-Nov. 1, 2015: 7D ZOMBIE RIDE Haunted rollercoaster ride.

Not recommended for children under 13 years of age.

Through Dec. 2015: 3D PRINTER DEMONSTRATIONS Watch 3D printers produce 3D pieces.

Oct. 1- Jan. 3, 2016: Great Balls Of Fire Explore the mysteries of comets, asteroids and meteors.

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Through Oct. 18. 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

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Through Nov. 8. A series of drawings on cotton paper using different mediums. The series is based on random stories Aurora Molina has gathered from trips and those posted on social media, rumors, news, newspaper headlines, mythical stories and history books. Main Library, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. mdpls.org TRANSFORMATION OF ECHO: WORLD OF DREAMS

Through Jan. 3. Exhibition by Miami artist Leah Brown. Sculptures created from clay using found objects, then cast into plaster and reinforced with fiberglass to create a dream-like wonderland. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, and 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sundays. Young At Art Museum, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie. 954-424-0085 or YoungatArtMuseum.org

Horseback Riding Lessons • Beginner-Advanced Riding Lessons • Birthday Parties • Saturday Morning Pony Club

Boys, Ages Girls & BEGINNER, INTERMEDIATE & 5-18 Teens ADVANCED LEVELS AVAILABLE

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PABLO PICASSO: PAINTED CERAMICS, WORKS ON PAPER

Through Jan. 10. Exhibition includes 72 objects, of which 14 are etchings dating 1931-33 from Picasso’s famous Vollard Suite (1931-37), as well as aquatints, ceramics, etchings and linocuts. NSU Art Museum, One East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Adults, $12; ages 13-17, $5. 954525-5500 or nsuartmuseum.org OPERATION PEDRO PAN: THE CUBAN CHILDREN’S EXODUS

Through Jan. 17. Exhibition documenting and displaying artifacts of the largest recorded child refugee exodus. Features video testimonials, private letters, journals and photographs. HistoryMiami, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. Adults, $8; children 6-12, $5. 305375-1492 or historymiami.org ONGOING SCIENCE ON A SPHERE Room sized, global display system that uses computers and video projectors to display planetary data on 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 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.

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9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday at the Children’s Science Explorium, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. $5 suggested donation. 561-347-3912 PALM BEACH

Dress-Up Time. Ages 3-5. Come play dress-up, or come in your own dress-up clothes. 2 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-3044500 Sunday Movies. Check website for movie title. $1 includes beverage & popcorn. 11 a.m. Sugar Sand Park Community Center, 300 S Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561347-3900 or SugarSandPark.org

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Toddler Reading Ready Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. 10-11 a.m. Lemon City Branch Library, 430 NE 61st St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-757-0662

Day Of The Dead Workshop. Ages 6 and up. Danza

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Oct. 3-Jan. 10. “Find Your Home.” Interactive exhibit will invite guests of all ages to embark on a multi-sensory, cross-disciplinary exploration of the Land of Oz. $18 admission, $14 Florida residents, children under 1 year free. Daily. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami.

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Lake Worth Food Truck Invasion. 6-10 p.m.

13 Tuesday Dance Fitness for Kids. Ages 5-12. Stay active and enhance your latest fitness and dance moves. 4-4:30 p.m.

Northeast Branch Library, 19200 W. Country Club Drive, Aventura. Free. RSVP. 305-931-5512 Creative Corner. Arts, crafts, board games, origami, and more after school. 4:30-5:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. RSVP. 305-625-6424

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Shalom Time. Ages: 3-10. Storytelling, puppetry and music of Judaic culture and tradition. 4-5 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs.

Free. RSVP. 954-357-8035 Creative Corner. Ages 6-18. Students explore art, science and other learning games. 4:15-5:30 p.m. Tyrone Bryant Branch Library, 2230 NW 21 Ave., Fort Lauderdale.

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Zoogami. Ages 7 and up. Learn origami techniques and make paper animals to take home. 4 p.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-894-7500 Music and Interactive Art. Bring family, friends, and musical instruments to Veterans Park and enjoy interactive music and art. Art supplies will be provided free of charge. 6-8 p.m. Second Tuesday of each month. Veterans Park, 802 NE First St., Delray Beach. Free. 243-7350

Read to Flora. Read to Flora a licensed therapy dog.

3:30-4:30 p.m. Kendall Branch Library, 9101 SW 97th Ave., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-279-0520

Make simple kites that follow the Guatemalan tradition of making and flying huge kites during the Day of the Dead celebration. 3:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500

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Let’s Make Guatemalan Kites. Ages 6 and up.

Stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish. 6:307 p.m. Doral Branch Library, 10785 NW 58th St., Doral.

Free. RSVP. 305-716-9598

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Second Monday of the month. Cultural Plaza, Lake Worth.

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Bilingual Reading Ready Toddler Storytime.

-7:45 p.m. South Regional/BC College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Free. RSVP. 954-201-8825

3-5. “Let’s Eat Storytime.” 10:30-11:30 a.m. Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.

Free. RSVP. 954-262-4600 Teen And Pre-teen Workshop. Ages 10 to 18.

Make a puffpaint craft. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Library, 10500 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise.

Free. RSVP. 954-357-7422

Divorce and Separated Parent Support Group. Nondenominational. Refreshments will be served.

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Campfire and Night Hike. Explore the park at dusk.

6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays. St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church, 100 NE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton. $10. 561-244-0010

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The Haunting of Hogwarts Castle. Ages 10-17.

Marshmallow roasting following the night hike. Third Friday of every month. 7:30-9 p.m. Meet at the Arch Creek Museum and Nature Center, 1855 NE 135th St., North Miami. $6. RSVP. 305-944-6111 or miamidade.gov TGIF: Movie Matinee. “Up.” 3:30-5:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. RSVP. 305-625-6424

Play a life-sized game of Wizard Clue. Snacks provided. 7 p.m. Acreage Branch Library, 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee. RSVP. 561-681-4100 Hispanic Heritage Celebration. Ages 5 and up.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making crafts and listening to music. 3:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500

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Friday Night Tunes. Free concert series with a broad range of musical varieties featuring a different live performer each month. Bring chairs, picnic blankets, and snacks. 7-10 p.m. Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-828-7275 or fortlauderdale.gov Free Play Fridays. Ages 1-5. Children and parents interact with pre-literacy toys. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Young At Art Youth Services Story Corner, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie.

Free. RSVP. 954-357-8585

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La Cucarachita Martina Puppet Show. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a puppet show. 6:307:15 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-553-1134

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Day Of The Dead Workshop. Folklorico Dance & Costume Workshop by Paco Huerta. Ages 6 and up. 7:30-9 p.m. Call for location.

Free Zumba Kids Class. Ages 7-12. Space is limited and registration is required. 5-6 p.m. Thursdays. Baptist Medical Plaza in Pembroke Pines, 15885 Pines Blvd., Suite 130, Pembroke Pines. 786-467-5680 or CommunityExercise@BaptistHealth.net Creative Corner. Ages 6-18. Students explore art, science and other learning games. 4:15-5 p.m. Tyrone Bryant Branch Library, 2230 NW 21 Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Free.

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October Crafternoon. Ages 4-9. Create crafts to take home. 4 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Fire Engine Time. Ages 0-6. Sparky, the Fire Safety Dog, and his friends from the Red Cross of Palm Beach County will teach about the importance of fire safety with a fun and educational puppet show. firefighters will demonstrate some of their fire-fighting equipment. 10:30 a.m.

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Diveheart Scuba Experience. Veterans, adults and youth ages 10+ with disabilities can scuba dive with a certified scuba diving volunteer. Advance registration and medical clearance are required to participate. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. A.D. Barnes Pool, 3401 SW 72nd Ave., Miami. 305598-9688 or info@orthoproassociates.com.

Puerta de Oro de Colombia. Stories and folk dance

by Puerta de Oro de Colombia. 11 a.m.-Noon. Pinecrest Branch Library, 5835 SW 111th St., Pinecrest. Free. RSVP. 305-668-4571 Mexican Folkloric Puppet Show. Ages 6 and up. traditional Mexican folktale as told through handmade puppets. 2-2:40 p.m. Homestead Branch Library, 700 N. Homestead Blvd., Homestead. Free. RSVP. 305-246-0168

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Science Eye Saturday Safari. “Marshes in Double Toil & Trouble.” Learn about the effects of acid rain on the Biscayne aquifer by creating a marsh and participate in an “Acids & Bases & Ghosts Oh My!”science experiment. 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. Everglades Holiday Park, 21940 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale. Free. 954-680-7977 or scienceeye.com 7th Annual Cardboard Boat Race. Create a team name and theme for your family’s vessel and construct a boat made of cardboard. Cardboard will be provided while supplies last for on-site builders. Pre-register by Oct. 7 by emailing your registration or calling. Day-of registration allowed if space available. On-site building, 8 a.m.-noon.

Race at 1 p.m. Prizes for fastest vessel, most creative design, most spectacular sinking and more. Hollywood Marina, 700 Polk St., Hollywood. 954-921-3035, marina@ hollywoodfl.org, or hollywoodfl.org Kids Night at the Museum. Ages 5-12. Parents enjoy a night out while kids explore exhibits, themed art activities, pizza, popcorn and a movie, “Muppets Most Wanted.” Bring a pillow or blanket and wear PJs. Register online. 6-11 p.m. Young At Art, 751 SW 121st Ave, Davie. $35-$40. 954-424-0085 or youngatartmuseum.org Fire Prevention Day. Meet firefighters, chemistry activities, and science show. Noon-4 p.m. Museum of Discovery and Science and AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater, 401

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Scarecrow Festival and Contest. Kids’ activities, music, BBQ, hay rides, pumpkin decorating, haystack hunt, museum tours, face painting, corn shucking and Scarecrow Competition. 2-5 p.m. Palm Beach County History Museum, 300 N. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. $10; under 3 free. 561-832-4164 or historicalsocietypbc.org Wellington Fall Festival. Haunted Hallways, trickor-treating, inflatables, hay rides, food trucks, and costume contests by age. 6-10 p.m. Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road. Adults $5; children $10. Wellingtonfl.gov Halloween in the Hammock. Ages 6 and up.

Nighttime nature walk. Costumes welcome. Reservations and prepayment recommended. 6:30-9 p.m. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton. $20.

561-544-8615 or gumbolimbo.org

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Pinecrest Farmers Market. Produce and local artisan foods. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday, year-round. Pinecrest Farmers Market, 11000 Red Road, Miami. 786-367-8274

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Hoffman’s Chocolates Family Fun Day. Samples of Hoffman’s treats, character appearances and face painting. 1-5 p.m. Hoffman’s Chocolates, 3341 Sheridan St., Hollywood. 954-962-5972 or hoffmans.com

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Slightly Scary Movie Matinee. Ages 6 and up.

“The Nightmare Before Christmas.” Spooky snacks and movie. 2 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 The 21st Annual Buddy Walk. One mile walk, free breakfast, bounce houses, petting zoo, rock wall, pony rides, young children’s games, face painting, dunk tank, live entertainment, dj and dancing and a raffle and silent auction. Event raises funds for the Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization. John Prince Park, Center Drive Pavilion, 4759 South Congress Ave., Lake Worth. Preregistration, $15; day of registration, $20. 561-752-3383 or ad.gcdso@ bellsouth.net

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Wagging Tails. Beginner readers through age 8. Improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of therapy dogs. 3-4 p.m. Miami Beach Regional Library, 227 22nd St., Miami Beach. Free. RSVP. 305-535-4219

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Tween Book Club. Ages 8-12. Book discussion, craft and treats. 6:30 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Free. RSVP. 954-765-1560, Kids Club. Grades 3-5. 4-5 p.m. every 3rd Monday.

Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., Weston.

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PALM BEACH

Kids Can Knit. Ages 8-12. Learn the basics of knitting by learning to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. Supplies provided. 4 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Hallo-Tween Spooktacular. Ages 9 and up. Celebrate your love of R.L. Stine’s with trivia, snacks and fun.

6:30 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 International Sloth Day Celebration. Ages 5 and up. Learn about the sloths of Central and South America.

4 p.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-894-7500

Celebrate Day of the Dead/Día de los Muertos. Ages 5 and up. Skull craft and other fun activities.

3:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500

20 Tuesday MIAMI-DADE

Kid Creators. Ages 5-12. Make, explore, design, and share your do it yourself masterpieces. Materials will be provided. 4-4:30 p.m. Northeast Branch Library, 19200 W. Country Club Drive, Aventura. Free. RSVP. 305-931-5512

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Evening Storytime. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680

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4:30 p.m. IMACS Fort Lauderdale, 1750 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. RSVP. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org

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Little Pumpkins. Ages 3 and up. Hear a spooky story, play and sing. 2 p.m. Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-894-7500 Spooky Craftapalooza. Ages 8-12. Halloween crafts.

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p.m. Palm Springs North Branch Library, 17601 NW 78th Ave., Suite 111, and Hialeah. Free. RSVP. 305-820-8564 Family Storytime. Stories and more for the family.

5:30-5:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. RSVP. 305-625-6424 Yoga at the Library. Learn simple yoga for all ages.

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Reading Buddies. Grades K-5. Children work with a teen to read together to improve reading skills and play literacy games. 4:45 p.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556

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Uncover Your Inner Artist. Elementary-high school ages. Learn sculpting from an accomplished artist. 2-4 p.m.

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch Library, 6901 Kimberly Blvd., North Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6647 STEAM Thurdays. Ages 6-9. Kids will create their own Art Alien. 4-5 p.m. Young At Art Youth Services Story Corner, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie. Free. RSVP. 954-357-8585 Community Open House. Wear your costume and enjoy trick or treating. Halloween-themed crafts, pumpkin patch, food, refreshments, character photos, pediatric services and programs for kids, bounce house and inflatables.

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Itsy Bitsy Babies. Ages 3-12 months. Nursery rhymes, simple stories, songs, puppets and movement activities. 10 a.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Delray Marketplace Music Fest. Backbonz Band Popular Rock & Roll Tunes. Bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the music under the stars. 6-8 p.m. Thursdays in October. Delray Marketplace 14851 Lyons Road, Delray Beach. Free. 561-865-4613 or delraymarket.com

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Family Movie Night. “The Book of Life.” The evening will begin with a “flashlight tour” and will conclude with a featured film. Fresh popped popcorn, soft drinks, hot dogs, and other snacks included. Bring flashlights. Gates open, 6:30 p.m.; Flashlight Tour, 7:30 & 7:45 p.m.; movie, 8 p.m. Pinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest. $5.

305-669-6990 or pinecrest-fl.gov TGIF: Movie Matinee. “Godzilla.” (2014). 3:30-5:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. RSVP. 305-625-6424

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Day Of The Dead Workshop. Giant Puppet & Mask Making Workshop by Puppet Guild. 6:30-9:30 p.m. The Bunker Art Space, 2034 North Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors. dayofthedeadflorida.com or info@dayofthedeadflorida.com Night Tunes. Bring chairs, picnic blankets, and snacks.

7-10 p.m. Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-828-7275 or fortlauderdale.gov

PALM BEACH

Afternoon Crafts. Ages 3-9. 2:30 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600 Pumpkin Patty’s Fall Fantasy Show. Stories, Trick or Treat bag, costume parade and treats. Tickets are free, available 30 minutes before show time. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Spanish River Library, 1501 NW Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton. 561-544-8584 or BocaLibrary.org Trunk or Treat. Safe, fun and not-so-scary alternative to trick-or-treating. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Epiphany Lutheran Church and School, 4460 Lyons Road, Lake Worth. Free. 561-9683627 or lendaelclcms@bellsouth.net

24 Saturday MIAMI-DADE

Fun Days at The Little Farm. Pony rides, petting farm, tour of farm and butterfly garden. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. weekends. The Little Farm, 13401 SW 224th St., Goulds. $10. RSVP. 305-258-3186 Gold Coast Train Rides. 20-minute train rides on the “Edwin Link Children’s Railroad”, or Link train. 1 and 3 p.m. weekends. Gold Coast Railroad Museum, 12450 SW 152nd St., Miami. $2.50. 305-253-0063

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Bunny Basics Class. Learn about rabbit care and behavior. Topics include proper housing, socialization, exercise, feeding, and more. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Humane Society of Broward County, 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale.

RSVP. 954-266-6822 or humanebroward.com Yu-Gi-Oh Card Game Tournament. Tournament with prizes. 2-4 p.m. Lauderdale Lakes Library/Educational and Cultural Center, 3580 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderdale Lakes. Free. RSVP. 954-357-8650

PALM BEACH

Minecraft Mania. Ages 7 and up. Bring your device and challenge other players. Minecraft themed activity pages also available. 10:30 a.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600 First Step Sports Program. Ages 3-6. A four week program to enhance child development. Theme: Basketball.

Saturdays until Nov. 14. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Catherine Strong Park.1500 SW 6th St., Delray Beach. Resident $10; non-resident $15. 561-243-7194

25 Sunday MIAMI-DADE

IDEA@thebass Family Day. “Art of the Mask.”

Art projects, art explorers, gallery games, and prizes. 2-4 p.m. Miami Beach Regional Library, 227 22nd St., Miami Beach. $8; students $6; ages 0-6 free. 305-673-7530, ideaprograms@bassmuseum.org or bassmuseum.org

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Art in the Park. Ages 2-8. Supplies included. 10 a.m.1 p.m. Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach. Free. 305-673-7256

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Jamming In The Park. Bring your favorite instrument and join in an acoustic music jam. 1-4 p.m. Fourth Sunday of the month. Secret Woods Nature Center, 2701 W. State Rd. 84, Dania Beach. Free. 954-357-8884

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Halloween Spooktacular. Ages 3-9. Not-so-spooky tales, activities and craft. 3 p.m. Okeechobee Boulevard Branch Library, 5689 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach.

RSVP. 561-233-1880 Pajamarama Story Time. Ages 3-6. “Who’s Afraid of a Little Ol’ Monster?” Silly stories about monsters. 6:30 p.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030

28 Wednesday

DIY Face Paint. Ages 8 and up. Learn how to face paint. 2 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Halloween in the Garden. Ages 6-12. Treats, crafts, games and face painting. Costumes welcome; no swords or other pointy props. Prepayment recommended. 10 a.m.noon. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton. $10-$14. 561-544-8615 or gumbolimbo.org

26 Monday MIAMI-DADE

Reading Ready Preschool Storytime. 11-11:40 a.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami.

Free. RSVP. 305-553-1134

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Reading Buddies. Ages 5-10. Children practice and improve their reading by reading to teen volunteers. 5-5:30 p.m. Miramar Branch Library & Education Center, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. Free. RSVP. 954-357-8090 LEGO Club. Ages 5 and up. 5:45-6:45 p.m. Pompano Beach Branch Library, 1213 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7595

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Halloween Tales. Ages 2-3. Dress up in costumes.

10:15 a.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556

Owls of Okeeheelee. Ages 5 and up. 4 p.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-894-7500 Spooky Campfire Stories. Ages 5 and up. Stories and s’mores. 6:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500

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Family Day at Coral Gables Museum. Free admission, kids activities and performances. Second Saturday of the month. 2-4 p.m. Coral Gables Museum Events 285 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-603-8067 Spookalicious Storytime. Come dressed in Halloween costumes for spooky stories and fun activities. 6:307:10 p.m. Naranja Branch Library, 14850 SW 280th St., Homestead. Free. RSVP. 305-242-2290

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Halloween Carnival. Ages 3-9. Fun, games and candy.

Hora de los Cuentos: Celebra el dia de Halloween. Stories, songs and games in Spanish. 3:30-4:30 p.m. West Kendall Regional Library, 10201 Hammocks Blvd., Miami. Free. 305 385 7135

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Limelight Street Party. Food, music, complimentary wine, and children’s activities in the Creativity Corner. 5:308 p.m. Last Wednesday of the month. BaCA Contemporary Arts, 41 NE 1st St., Pompano Beach. Free. 954-284-0141 or bacapompano.org Pre-school Storytime. Ages 3-5. Stories, songs, and activities. 10:30 a.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7990 Raise a Reader @ Sharkey’s Storytime. Ages 3-5. Not-so-spooky stories and a trick-or-treat parade.

Costumes encouraged. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Davie. Free. RSVP. 954-262-4600

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A Night at the Movies. “Hocus Pocus.” Costumes welcomed. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. 6 p.m.

Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. RSVP. 561-894-7500 “Not So Spooky” Movie Night. Ages 8 and up.

“Hocus Pocus.” 6 p.m. Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030

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Celebrate Halloween. Ages 3-5. Stories and craft.

2:30-3:10 p.m. Key Biscayne Branch Library, 299 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne. Free. RSVP. 305-361-6134 Halloween Craft. Create something spooktacular. 3:304:30 p.m. Main Library, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. Free.

RSVP. 305-375-2665 Halloween Stories for Children. Celebrate Halloween with friendly stories and more. 6:30-7:15 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-553-1134

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Free Zumba Kids Class. Ages 7-12. KSpace is limited and registration is required. 5-6 p.m. Thursdays.

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Toddler Yoga with Nipa. Ages 1-5. Songs, music, and music with yoga. 10:30-11 a.m. Young At Art Youth Services Story Corner, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie. Free.

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Boo! Halloween Is Coming. Ages 6-9. Scary stories and craft. 3:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500

Storybook Character Costume Parade and Story Time. Ages 0-5. Costume parade, “not-so-scary” stories and craft. 10:30 a.m. Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. RSVP. 561-790-6030 Boynton Beach Mall Storytime. Story reading, treats and themed arts and crafts. 3 p.m. Boynton Beach Mall, Children’s Play Area, 801 N. Congress Ave. Boynton Beach. Free. 561-736-7902 or boyntonbeachmall.com

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Halloween Arts and Crafts. Halloween stories, activity, craft. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Hispanic Branch Library, 1398 SW 1st St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-643-8574 Spooktacular Halloween. Spooky stories, crafts, and more. 11-11:30 a.m. Northeast Branch Library, 19200 W. Country Club Drive, Aventura. Free. RSVP. 305-931-5512

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Day Of The Dead Workshop. Ages 7 and up.

Shadow Puppets by David Goboff. 2 p.m. Alvin Sherman Library, NSU Campus, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale. dayofthedeadflorida.com or info@dayofthedeadflorida.com

Family Costume, Chess, Game and Candy Day. Play chess or other games with your family. Costume contest will also take place. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines.

Free. RSVP. 954-357-6580 Halloween Magic Show. 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd., Weston.

Free. RSVP. 954-357-5430 Halloween Costume Ball. Ages 2-10. Dancing, stories, refreshments, and a “spirited” parade through Lauderhill Mall. 12-2 p.m. Lauderhill Mall Branch Library, 4257 NW 12 St., Lauderhill. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7834

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It’s the Great Pumpkin Patch. Visit the pumpkin

welcome. 10:15 a.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556

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3:30-5:30 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. RSVP. 305-625-6424

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3 p.m. Greenacres Branch Library, 3750 Jog Road, Greenacres. RSVP. 561-641-9100 Monster Mash. Ages 5-10. Halloween stories, a short film, game and crafts. 11 a.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600

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6-7:30 p.m. South Regional/BC College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Free. RSVP. 954-201-8825 Great Halloween Spooktacular. Treats, crafts, stories, dancing and a Halloween parade. Come in costume.

6:30-7:30 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Free. RSVP. 954-765-1560 Magic Show starring Mike Winters. 6:30-7:15 p.m. Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680

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