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BACK TO SCHOOL WITH ALLERGIES AND ASTHMA:

When the allergist can help you more than you think Facing a new school year with an allergic or asthmatic child is no walk in the park. It entails a great deal of knowledge and information to face the obstacles and adapt to new restrictions.

Whether it’s a known condition or a newly diagnosed one, a new establishment or the same school, parents have the immense task of meeting and educating new teachers, school staff, and caretakers to ensure a safe and inclusive environment.

There are many online sources available to a parent, although the simple task of selecting the most reputable can be time-consuming and overwhelming. The most reliable source of support is the allergist. The specialized physician who can help parents learn to manage their child’s daily care as well as safeguard their home and school from triggers.

WHAT TO DO AS A PARENT:

• Instead of doubting that a child may suffer from allergies or asthma, book an appointment and get them tested before school starts.

• Educate your child on understanding their condition, identifying triggers, using their medication, and most importantly to know what to do in case of exposure.

• Communicate with the school and meet with teachers, nurses and cafeteria staff. Go over protocols and ensure everyone knows what to do in case of anaphylaxis. Provide a list of warning signs, which can help expose hidden triggers and cross-contamination.

• Speak with physical education teachers regarding alternatives for children with exercise-induced asthma.

• Provide the school with prescriptions and any medication your child may need, including two doses of epinephrine. School staff should know where to find the medications at all times and everyone should be trained on how to administer the epinephrine injection in case of an emergency.

HOW CAN THE ALLERGIST BE OF SUPPORT

• Schedule an appointment before school starts to assess progress.

• Provide updated prescriptions for medications.

• Collaborate with physical education teacher and coach for patients suffering from exercise-induced asthma.

• Create a Food Allergy Action Plan (now called Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan) to outline the protocol in case of an allergic reaction. It must be signed by the allergist and provided to school personnel and caretakers.

• Provide Anaphylaxis Action Plan to help optimized your child’s life-threatening allergies and emergency protocol in case of a reaction.

• Create an Asthma Action (or Management) Plan. This is a written plan developed and signed by the asthma specialist. It helps patients, families and teachers with the management of asthma by showing daily treatment and prescribed medications. This plan must be provided to school personnel and all caretakers.

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Go team sports! team. She came back to swimming after I was an athlete growing up, although it took one season, though. me a few years to find my sport.

I’ve always appreciated the “choose My parents allowed me to try all sorts of a sport” rule from my parents. activities: softball, gymnastics, volFor one thing, it kept me busy leyball, basketball, swimming. and in shape. I didn’t have to Only one sport stuck: swimming. worry about diet or body image At first, I was terrible. I didn’t because I was working out every swim fast enough to qualify for day, which turned into a lifelong the club team, but my sister did, benefit of good health, even after so I snuck in under the “siblings I stopped swimming. allowed” rule.

More importantly, through the I was 11, but I worked out with JENNIFER JHON team, I made friends who eventhe 9-to-10-year-olds, at least in tually became like family. I spent the beginning. hours every day with my teammates, and Eventually, with a lot of practice, I got I loved them (admittedly, some more than better. But even when I was the slowest others). girl in the pool, my parents were supMy sister and I spent entire weekends portive. at friends’ houses, as they did at ours.

They told me they didn’t care which We took family vacations with our swim sport I chose, as long as I was involved on friends, roomed with them in college and some sort of team. had them as bridesmaids at our weddings.

For about six months, my sister actually Being on a club team and having quit swimming, but she wasn’t allowed friends from throughout the city gave me to just go home after school. My parents a better perspective, in some ways, and I insisted she choose another sport, and learned valuable lessons about not judging she did, joining the high school volleyball

a person by what you see on the surface.

I also got to see sibling relationships that were nothing like mine and cultivate relationships with others who felt more like brothers and sisters than friends.

Now that my kids are getting older, I’m looking forward to them trying different team sports.

With the benefits sports provide both socially and physically, you can bet I’ll be cheering them on, no matter what field they pick to play on.

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ELENA of Miami WEST KENDALL NATIVE IS THE VOICE OF DISNEY’S NEWEST PRINCESS

By Johnny Diaz Sun Sentinel

Once upon a time in the land of West Kendall, there was a girl named Aimee Carrero who enjoyed watching Disney princesses, especially Sleeping Beauty and Mulan.

Even then, the Dominican-Puerto Rican girl knew that something was amiss. There weren’t any princesses with brown hair and eyes that looked and spoke like her and her friends.

Cue the magic wand and flash forward to 2016. Carrero not only gets to see a Latina princess, she gets to be one.

AIMEE CARRERO WORKS IN THE RECORDING BOOTH TO VOICE PRINCESS ELENA IN THE NEW DISNEY CHANNEL She’s the voice of Elena Castillo Flores in SERIES “ELENA OF AVALOR.” CARRERO GREW UP IN MIAMI “Elena of Avalor,” the Disney Channel series that AND IS A GRADUATE OF FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY. (DISNEY CHANNEL, COURTESY PHOTOS) debuted in July and airs 7:30 p.m. Fridays. The character is being hailed as Disney’s first Latina princess.

“For me personally, growing up, I always wanted to see my images represented, especially in mainstream media,” says Carrero, who sounds as polite and giddy as the princess she breathes life into.

Carrero said she understands the significance of the role and its potential influence on today’s young audiences.

“I think it’s important because not only will it give thousands and hopefully millions of Latinos out there some representation, but I think also it will invite this princess into people’s homes who may not have any experience with Latin people. And that can only be good for promoting tolerance and unity among our cultures,” said Carrero, 28. “I think it just has a high social significance, so I am honored to be the one chosen for it.”

Set in the fairytale land of Avalor, the show chronicles the adventures of the 16-year-old princess, who has reclaimed her kingdom from an evil sorceress after defeating her.

“I would describe Elena as adventurous, self-possessed. She’s bold but she’s compassionate, and she has a very strong sense of justice and family,” said Carrero, speaking from Los Angeles, where she’s based.

Too young to be queen, Elena learns to rule her port-city kingdom with the help of her grandparents, royal general counsel and friends. As she learns more about her people and their needs, she also discovers what it takes to be a future queen.

MINI CALZONES, BREAKFAST QUESADILLAS INTRODUCED IN PALM BEACH COUNTY SCHOOLS

By Briana Erickson Sun Sentinel

When Donald Fennoy, chief operations officer for Palm Beach County Schools, took a bite of the district’s new barbecue pulled pork sandwich, he was pleased.

“I’d eat this,” he said. “It’s almost as good as my mom’s.”

In fact, the Palm Beach County school district’s new menu doesn’t include the typical grub a lot of parents got when they went to school.

The new menu, unveiled during a sneak-peek presentation to the news media in August, features meals such as mini calzones, pepperoni stromboli and buffalo chicken pizza, all accompanied by fresh fruit and vegetables, 100 percent juice and low or nonfat milk.

Schools now will also serve salads with romaine lettuce instead of iceberg.

In place of pre-wrapped sandwiches, there will be freshly prepared subs. Also on the menu is a new breakfast chicken quesadilla.

Each year, the district becomes more creative in finding ways to modify the menu, such as adding Spanish rice and other items, said Jamie McCarthy, a registered dietician with the school district.

“It’s a very diverse county, and we want our items to reach across all our ethnic backgrounds,” she said.

“We also want to introduce students to flavors they don’t get at home.”

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Active time at school and organized sports count toward the 60 minutes a day.

WHAT IS MODERATE AEROBIC ACTIVITY? Aerobics or “cardio” refers to activity that gets you breathing harder and your heart beating faster. The intensity refers to how hard your body is working while doing these activities. Use the talk test – while performing an activity, if you can talk but not sing, this is moderate intensity. If you can only say a few words before pausing to take a breath, that is vigorous intensity. Consider these types of activities: walking at a brisk pace, tennis, mowing the lawn (push mower), soccer, biking, basketball, hiking, swimming, jogging, dancing and climbing stairs.

WHY SHOULD WE EXERCISE? Control weight Reduce blood pressure Raise “good” cholesterol (HDL) Decrease risk of heart disease and diabetes Increase self-confidence and selfesteem Academic motivation, alertness and success Manage stress; feel better and happier Live longer Active children are more likely to be active adults HOW TO GET KIDS TO BE ACTIVE Limit screen time to less than 2 hours a day (TV, computer, phone, video games) Keep electronics out of the bedroom Provide children with toys that encourage activity, such as balls, jump ropes and bikes instead of electronics Make exercise fun; find activities that kids enjoy and will want to do on a regular basis Join a sports team or find a community event to participate in Get the whole family involved; adults should aim for 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity at least 5 days a week.

Play games/sports together and take a walk after dinner Do jumping jacks during TV commercials Wear a pedometer and aim to walk 10,000 steps every day

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BY DR. METEE COMKORNRUECHA

Smoking is a health problem that affects all ages.

Adults who puff away on cigarettes or cigars bring the risk of “secondhand smoke” to other members of the family. Grandparents, aunts, uncles or older siblings who smoke can become role models for their younger family members.

Even “vaping” with electronic cigarettes exposes smokers to nicotine and other substances that increase the risk of long-term health problems.

Today, the scientific and medical evidence is clear: Smoking is one of the biggest health risks for anyone.

That’s because tobacco smoke contains toxic chemicals and irritants that can lead to allergies, asthma and respiratory infections.

But that doesn’t stop many teenagers from experimenting with tobacco, either alone or in social situations. And unfortunately, some of them will become “hooked” on the nicotine in cigarettes and other tobacco products.

TIPS FOR PARENTS Here are several suggestions for helping your child avoid a smoking habit: • Become a non-smoker.

Children of smokers are more likely to start puffing themselves. Don’t smoke in the home or around your children, particularly infants and toddlers. Talk with your doctor about freeing yourself from this harmful habit. Your children will thank you for making a positive change in your life.

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time for a heart-to-heart conversation about smoking.

• Learn about the vaping trend. Electronic cigarettes, which look like large pens, emit water vapor, rather than smoke, making it harder to know if your child is using them. They also come in a variety of “flavors,” so you might smell cherries, strawberries or some other fruit if your child is vaping.

• Point out the many drawbacks to smoking. Along with health problems, smoking gives you bad breath and can turn your teeth yellow. It also leaves your hair and your clothes smelling like smoke. Smoking is also expensive, and getting more costly every year. That’s an important consideration for teens who are chronically short of cash.

• Be firm and consistent in your messages. Use face-to-face conversations, phone calls, texts and social media posts to discourage smoking and applaud positive behaviors.

• Understand your child’s reason for smoking. Many teens are introduced to smoking by a close friend. Others start smoking to fit into a social group. Some teens believe that smoking can help them control their weight, while others just want to feel independent. If you know why your child is starting to smoke, you’ll be in a better position to address that issue and suggest healthier alternatives.

• Role-play social situations. Help your child learn how to say “no” when offered a cigarette in a social setting.

Finally, stay focused on the many serious health problems associated with smoking. It’s all too easy for casual or social smoking to develop quickly into a long-term addiction.

Help your child avoid the habit and enjoy the lifelong positive benefits of being a non-smoker.

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BY JANET GROENE Hot weather hasn’t lost its grip, and school is back in session. But Labor Day Weekend gives South Florida families one last chance to kick back for a long weekend before the summer of 2016 is gone forever.

These kid-friendly hometown hotels give you something to celebrate: THE BREAKERS Its slogan is “Once you stay, you’ll understand,” and that says it all for families who have made this 140-acre seaside resort their own for four and five generations. A city-size destination in itself, the resort offers a choice of rooms and suites, watersports and land sports, golf, tennis, dining from the finest gourmet fare to snacks and so much more.

Just a few of the resort’s pleasures include an Introduction to Scuba on the Breakers’ own reef, a bicycle tour of historic Palm Beach and a guided tour of the hotel itself to discover its architectural and historic treasures. The resort has eight restaurants and a sumptuous spa. Labor Day activities will include tennis clinics, Spin Art and a Sunset Bicycle Tour.

Under the Summer Benefits program, families get a free buffet breakfast.

HILTON WEST PALM BEACH At press time, we found a room with two queen-size beds (cribs available, too) for two adults and two children at this plush, AAA Four Diamond hotel near the airport for less than $140 a night on Labor

Day weekend. With its splashy pool, daily maid service and two restaurants, plus a take-out food shop, it’s a carefree, budget getaway where Mom or Dad can spend the day at the pool with the kids while the other parent shops or plays golf.

A shuttle serves the beach, two miles away, and a local Free Ride service takes guests to nearby restaurants or points of interest. Across the street from the hotel, CityPlace has more than 100 stores, restaurants, IMAX movies, a bowling alley and a comedy club.

PELICAN GRAND BEACH RESORT A pristine private-access beach meets multimillion-dollar elegance at this freshly refurbished oceanside retreat.

Kids will love the long, lazy river and swimming pool while grown-ups do the all-new PURE Spa overlooking the sea.

Walk to nearby shops, galleries, eateries, gardens and attractions or just hang out in a spacious room or suite or the penthouse, reached by a private elevator.

Paddleboard rentals are found on site.

Watersports, golf and a children’s program can be booked. Dining is oceanfront at 2000OCEAN, where the extensive menu includes children’s choices. Order from room service if you wish and treat the kids to a session at the ice cream bar.

SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO This sweet deal is all about swag that teens and tweens will go for. Book a room for two or more nights and score a goody bag with a Lacoste beach towel, sunscreen, two bottles of Fiji water, a JBL Bluetooth speaker and a Hard Rock selfie stick. Upgrade to a suite and another gift will be added to the bag.

Kids can float the long, languid, 4.5-acre lagoon pool, or send them to the screaminducing 182-foot waterslide. To rest up, hang out in the hot tub or a cabana.

The hotel is known for its switchedon entertainment, but families can also choose just to laze, swim, schmooze, shop the hotel’s boutiques and enjoy restaurants ranging from fine dining to casual.

Baby on board? Skip the sitter and have a romantic dinner delivered to your room.

WATERSTONE RESORT AND MARINA The Waterstone in Boca Raton is a Doubletree hotel by Hilton, and that means an

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extra discount to members of the Hilton Honors loyalty program. The Park, Stay and Play package gives you free valet parking with unlimited in-out privileges.

The hotel is a block from the beach, which means lower rates, and it has a marina, which means you can arrive by car or boat. Dine poolside or at the hotel’s signature, waterfront restaurant, Boca Landing.

All 139 rooms have a spacious balcony.

Rooms with two queen size beds or a king bed and sofa-bed start at under $200.

Janet Groene is a Florida-based travel writer.

She holds a Gold Award from Parenting Publications of America for travel writing.

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BY JILL HAMILTON THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER The other day, my 14-year-old daughter reported that the girls at her lunch table were debating the merits of the presidential candidates. Yes, middle-schoolers talking about politics. On their own time. Even though it wasn’t going to be on a test.

If you look around at the younger ones in your life, there’s a good chance that they’re pretty engaged with the election this year.

Part of it is has to do with social media as a political gateway drug. A funny GIF, Instagram meme or Twitter-shared bit from late night TV (especially if it’s semi-racy business about hand size) is way more apt to engage a kid than ye olde evening news

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or a lengthy newspaper analysis.

This method of newsgathering is (perhaps unfortunately) pretty common among my peers as well, but it’s especially so among millennials. In a 2015 Pew Research study, 61 percent of millenials reported getting their news from Facebook vs. 37 percent from local TV. In an informal research study of my household, conducted by turning and asking them, the two family members of Generation Z (those younger than millenials) get about 95 percent of their news from Instagram and 0 percent from Facebook because it’s “lame” and “for old people.”

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But there’s a dark side to their involvement. Sometimes our dinnertime “political discussions” look a lot like “ranting.”

But more troublingly, my kids have expressed worries about some of the things that candidates have said.

In this election, no matter what your beliefs, there’s someone shouting the opposite viewpoint. Some on the right warn of dystopian futures with religious liberty and gun rights being taken away.

On the left are horror stories about women losing reproductive rights and rampant racism.

A report from the Southern Poverty Law Center found that “the campaign is producing an alarming level of fear and anxiety among children of color and inflaming racial and ethnic

tensions in the classroom. Many students worry about being deported.”

So how can you foster this budding political engagement in your kids while making sure they’re not ruining friendships and generally wigging out?

ENCOURAGE THEIR INTEREST “Praise your kids for being involved in politics at such a controversial time. Not only will being informed about politics help them learn about American government, it will also help build their social skills, as they learn to choose values, form opinions and verbally debate with one another,” recommended Misa Butsuhara, a marriage and family therapist.

SHARE YOUR VIEWS, AND ASK WHAT THEY THINK “When discussing politics, it’s helpful to share what you believe and why — and ask your kids what they think and feel about the issues. By encouraging them to share, you are showing them that you value their opinion and want to hear what they have to say,” advised Joshua Soto, who specializes in working with teens, preteens, and young adults in Irvine, Calif. “Stay positive and share what you don’t like about a candidate or their position and explain what you may like about another candidate. Encourage your kids to do the same. If they have different views from yours, then that’s OK. Kids may often feel differently, and encouraging them to share their views can teach them that it’s OK to have a different opinion and respect others you disagree with.”

REASSURE THEM “Kids may be hearing some charged words about the economy or terrorism,” Soto said. “Parents should ask and listen to any concerns that their kids have. Parents can assure them that things will be OK no matter who is elected. It’s also a good opportunity to explain about the different branches of government that help the president pass laws.”

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Helping kids make the adjustment to team sports

BY EMMETT HALL It’s an exciting time in family households as children enter the arena of youth sports. From a parent’s perspective, emotions can range from the fear of disappointment to delusions of grandeur that their 5-year-old will be the next coming of Lebron James.

Questions and concerns abound on how to deal with what may be a child’s first sporting experience. Some children start team sports as early as 4, while others may get their initiation in middle school.

The goal for every child is to enjoy the experience and learn some positive life lessons along the way.

The one key to be successful, regardless of the sport, is the role of the parent as a supportive fan. Some of South Florida’s

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leaders of youth sports have dealt with thousands of children, and they shared some important advice for parents.

Jesse Vassallo is the most accomplished swimmer in the history of the Caribbean.

The Puerto Rican native is a former multiple world record holder, a U.S. Olympian and an International Swimming Hall of Famer. Since 2011, the head coach of the Pompano Piranhas Swim Team has instructed hundreds of young swimmers in the swim school and the competitive USA Swimming Club.

“Unfortunately the basic skills and physical abilities are not there for a lot of children, who are preoccupied playing video games and stuck on the computer,”

Vassallo said. “It’s easier for me to sell it to kids 12 and under than the parents. It’s a beautiful thing for everyone to compete and exercise, while learning about discipline and commitment in a fun-filled atmosphere. This is about the importance of building character and how to handle failure and even winning. It’s all part of life.”

Learning swimming skills is essential for everyone and is something that will stay with an athlete for life. Vassallo stressed the importance of parents communicating with their kids about committing to the sport for a couple of months.

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“The most common problem I have is that parents’ expectations are so high that the kid does not want to compete anymore for fear of disappointing their mom or dad. Not everyone is going to be the next Michael Phelps. Set little goals and achievements that they can be proud of.

“It’s all about a healthy balance. Just look at how healthy swimmers are, plus they have good social lives and achieve recognition for being part of a team.”

The village of Wellington in Palm Beach County has about 55 youth and adult activities at its indoor and outdoor facilities, which attract thousands of visitors on weekends. Ryan Hagopian is the athletic program manager who oversees many of the programs, such as youth soccer, baseball, volleyball and basketball.

“We are recreation based, so any age or level of experience is welcome, and our mantra is for kids to learn and have fun,” Hagopian said. “Our main priority is for children to be active and healthy and want to come back and play.

“Typically there is a head coach and an assistant coach, who have passed background checks, and they instill fundamental training and teach the basics.

“It’s also beneficial for kids as a social event, where they interact with kids from school and the neighborhood. There aren’t a lot of practices or a lot of pressure on

the kids. This is just a fun environment, and the kids build camaraderie with other kids and coaches.

“Different sports have different costs, but all the sport organizations we partner with are pretty good with special deals.

Sports are really not cost prohibitive, and we have some scholarship programs for residents that meet the financial criteria.”

Coaches at Wellington are required to go to a concussion protocol class and are educated on sport injuries. Coaching clinics are conducted for various sports, and all volunteer coaches attend NYSCA (National Youth Sports Coaches Association) classes to deal with issues regarding children and sportsmanship.

“Major” Craig McQueen has been involved in youth football for more than 20 years and is the president of Greater Miami Pop Warner Youth Football League.

The Miramar resident recently retired as a major from the City of Miami Police Department.

“The first thing we do is get kids to want to participate,” McQueen said. “Too many parents tend to try to live their dreams through their kids. Allow the kids to play the sport they want. Football is like any other sport and is a learned behavior. Once the player realizes it’s about fun, teamwork and sportsmanship, then the love for the game just continues

to grow.”

In Miami-Dade County, players can start playing tackle football at age 4 in the intramural league. The league is for 4- and 5-year-olds, and they learn the fundamentals of football. Changes are being made to make the game safer, with correct tackling techniques being implemented at the earliest ages.

Education is stressed throughout all Pop Warner Leagues, where mandatory grade requirements are monitored in order to play. Gold Coast Pop Warner has 10 leagues in Broward County, and Treasure Coast Pop Warner has 10 leagues in Palm Beach.

“Parent involvement is crucial for the success of the children,” McQueen said.

“Some kids get discouraged right away and want to quit, and it’s up to the parent and the coach to figure out why. Children need to be encouraged, and the focus should be on having fun. We don’t necessarily want to build professional football players, but would prefer building kids who will be the future owners of teams, and that’s through education. We’re more concerned about creating good citizens.”

Athletics provide invaluable lessons for children, and it’s up to parents to make it a rewarding experience.

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Get your kids interested in this year's Presidential Election

By Janet Outersparkle.com

If you’re the parent of a preteen or teen, try to get your child informed about U.S Politics and educated about the issues that are key in this year’s upcoming presidential elections. Although they may not be remotely interested in politics, they might already have some opinions on the candidates for each party.

This year’s president-elect will most likely serve for two consecutive terms, meaning your children will be affected by the views of this leader, and they should know the importance of the issues at hand.

Talking points you can begin with at home may include college debt, taxes or even getting a job after college – issues your kids will be facing soon enough.

Most preteens and teens don’t care about politics because they think their opinions don’t matter and that they have

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no voice. But governmental decisions affect us all, regardless of age, and having discussions with them about the issues will help make them informed and help them make intelligent choices when their time comes to vote.

Try these ways to get your kids interested in this year’s Presidential Election: HOLD A MOCK ELECTION AT HOME. This can be a fun and exciting way to teach all ages about elections and our government, preparing them for the real event when they are old enough.

ATTEND A TOWN HALL MEETING, DEBATE OR FORUM. Candidates speak at these structured events in front of an audience to discuss specific issues.

VOLUNTEER FOR A CAMPAIGN. This is a great way to get your voice heard as well as learn firsthand about the political process. Local campaign offices

are always in need of supporters, interns and volunteers. There is no need to have experience; they will provide you with training.

RESEARCH THE BRANCHES OF GOVERNMENT AND POLITICAL PARTIES TOGETHER. This will open up discussions about what each branch’s responsibility is and how each candidate may have served any particular branch.

Janet of Outersparkle.com is a working mom of two growing boys, ages 13 and 6. She began blogging in 2012 after becoming a jewelry stylist and is passionate about faith, fashion and entertainment, which is covered in her South Florida blog. Janet enjoys featuring upand-coming artists in music and film. Read more about her at Outersparkle.com.

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ASK THE EXPERTS: The Fall Forecast By the sisters of ForeverFreckled.com

Ahhhh, the fall season is approaching. There’s a crisp chill in the air, leaves are changing colors, the fireplaces are being swept, and the smell of cinnamon permeates the air.

Wait, no, it’s South Florida! It is still sweltering hot outside with 100 percent humidity, afternoon monsoons and mosquitoes feasting on their seasonal smorgasbord.

Although we do not see much change in weather during the fall season, there is definitely a change when it comes to the illnesses and injuries that are seen in the pediatric emergency room and the veterinary hospital, and changes in fashions and trends.

THE VETERINARIAN’S FORECAST: Football Parties and Food. I see a lot of upset stomachs in pets during the fall season because of table scraps and different foods. When pets eat foods that they are not accustomed to, it can cause vomiting

and diarrhea or more serious conditions, such as pancreatitis. Grapes, onions, garlic and raisins are toxic for pets. Some foods can also present a risk for choking and obstruction, such as corn on the cob, fruits with pits, foods with bones, toothpicks or skewers.

Chocolate Toxicity. Halloween is the time of year when I see more chocolate toxicity cases. Chocolate contains two ingredients that are toxic to pets in large quantities: theobromide and caffeine. Signs of toxicity include diarrhea, vomiting, restlessness, hyperactivity, muscle twitching, tremors, increased drinking and urination, excessive panting, irritability, increased heart rate and abnormal heart rhythm. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet has ingested chocolate.

Heat Stroke/Dehydration. The heat can still pose a major problem for our pets.

Heat stroke is a serious and potentially deadly condition that occurs when the cooling down mechanisms of the body cannot accommodate excessive external heat, which can lead to multiple organ

dysfunction and possibly death. NEVER leave your dog in a car without the AC running, and be sure to walk and exercise your dog during the early mornings or evenings when it is cooler. If pets are outside, be sure to have plenty of shade and fresh water available.

Hurricane Season. The season lasts through Nov. 30. Have an emergency kit (water, food, microchip and tag information, carrier, blankets, medical records, litter, puppy pads and medications) and know which local shelters allow pets in case of an evacuation. If you are staying in during the storm, make sure your pet is in a secure, easily accessible place in the home.

THE PEDIATRICIAN’S FORECAST: Cold Season is Here. The fall season is all about runny noses and barky coughs.

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and humidifiers, as this is the time of year when children suffer from fever, runny nose and cough. Croup is a common illness in children ages 3 months to 5 years.

The virus causes swelling of the upper airway (voice box and windpipe). It often starts out just like a cold, but as the swelling increases, it will slowly turn into a cough that sounds like the bark of a dog.

Your child’s voice may become hoarse and their breathing will be heavy and loud. Use steam to help soothe the airway.

Have your child sit in a bathroom full of steam from hot water from the tub or shower.

Bumps and Bruises. Many young athletes have already started training for fall sports. The number of broken arms, lacerations, and concussions start to increase as we get further into the season. It is imperative that your child has the appropriate protective gear and that they know how to use it. Concussions and the effects have become a major topic for discussion and research. If your child suffers a head injury, have them evaluated by a physician and follow a strict protocol for returning to their activities.

THE STYLIST’S FORECAST: I know what you’re thinking: How can you begin to think of a new fall wardrobe when you are stuck in the midst of

these hot summer days? Just as you would prepare for a bad storm, you should be prepared for a new fashion season. Fall is my favorite time to revamp my closet, invest in some new items, and get rid of the old ones. I have a simple rule to purchasing anything new: Trendy pieces can be super fun to wear, but it is key to find the right mix of trendy pieces to pair with basic staple items.

When it comes to fall 2016 trends, here are some of my favorites: olive hues, bell sleeves, velvet fabrics, faux shearling accents, florals, fringe and bold plaids. Above, I put together an outfit that would be perfect for a cooler day in Florida with a combo of trendy and classic.

I hope this gets you all as excited for the fall season as I am.

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Raising kids in this It doesn’t matter how you vote.

It doesn’t matter whether you vote Republican, Democrat or Libertarian or if you vote for the tooth fairy. It just doesn’t ALLYSON TOMCHIN, LCSW matter.

There are two things that are relevant here: One is that you do vote. This is a freedom that we absolutely cannot take for granted, because we are very lucky to be Americans and have the right to vote.

Two is what you teach your kids.

With all of the ugliness that is going on in this country and abroad, we must maintain peace in our homes and calmness with our children. This is not the time for impulsive behavior. We are faced with adversity, and how you respond to it will dictate the values, morals and ethics that your kids will adopt.

You are the shaper, the constructor, the conductor of this symphony. It is easy to

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demonstrate calmness in a state of harmony, but it is much more challenging to remain focused and respectful when we are faced with harsh conditions.

TEACH COMPASSION AND KINDNESS Everything seems overwhelming right now, and it is possible you feel helpless as a parent. No need: Kindness, generosity and compassion are cornerstones to live by regardless of any circumstances or life challenges we are facing. When you get lost, go back to kindheartedness and thoughtfulness. When you get frustrated, teach your kids to be able to remain calm in times of high pressure. Nobody benefits from an exploding temper – nobody.

Teach your children compassion by being compassionate, whatever your cause. We are all human beings in this world, all of us, even the people at their ugliest. Just be nice. If you are nice, your children will be, too.

TEACH A STRONG WORK ETHIC Having a strong work ethic is a prior-

ity of most parents I know. Right now for your kids, it is about having a strong work ethic in school, but one day they, too, will be in the big bad world of employment.

How do you demonstrate working hard in life? It is about keeping your word and being responsible for your duties in life. It doesn’t matter whether you are pushing a broom or running a Fortune 500 company.

Taking pride in your work is important.

TEACH PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY We all want our children to achieve success, personally and professionally.

The key to this is personal accountability: Owning what you do, not only the good stuff but, more importantly, the bad stuff.

Saying “I did something wrong” or “I am sorry” are some of the hardest lessons in life to learn. Teaching the concept of consequences and taking your lumps when you have broken the rules is a part of life.

There are no shortcuts, folks. The only way to do this is by MODELING it.

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A mowing experience

BY PATRICK HEMPFING “Could I please mow the yard?” Numerous times, I’ve fielded this question from Jessie.

Because I use a push mower and want my 11-year-old daughter to keep all 10 of her toes, my standard response has been, “You’re too young.”

Deep down, though, I realized I’m overly protective and need to let Jessie learn this skill. Last summer, when Jessie asked again while batting the long eyelashes above her big, pleading eyes, I caved. …

I mean, I decided the time was right to teach her.

Of course, Jessie wanted to do each step – put gas in the mower, start it and push it to cut the grass.

I emphasized the importance of pouring gas into the gas tank, not the oil fill.

She picked up my red gas can and began pouring. Unfortunately, I forgot to teach, “Stop when you get to the fill line.” Gas splashed onto Jessie’s arm and my leg.

Unfazed, Jessie couldn’t wait to start the mower. She pulled the cord as hard as she could several times, but the engine didn’t start. I gave it one quick pull, and it fired right up.

I turned the mower off, and Jessie tried again. She pulled it another 10-12 times. Too slow and not enough oomph.

I showed her again. Jessie wanted to do it herself, so I shut off the engine a second time.

I admire many things about my daughter, and her tenacity ranks near the top of the list. When she sets her mind to a project, look out. After another 6-8 pulls, the engine hummed. Her smile lit up the yard. I patted Jessie on the back and said, “Good job!”

I took the first turn mowing to catch the steep places and edge of the road so Jessie wouldn’t have to mow anywhere dangerous. Jessie hula hooped in the driveway for a few minutes, then followed behind me with her hula hoop around her waist, anxiously awaiting her turn.

When I reached a flat stretch in the yard, I turned control of the mower over to Jessie, with a reminder about the importance of keeping all her fingers and toes. I walked behind her for the first few trips back and forth across the yard. At the ends of the rows, I turned the mower for her several times before showing Jessie how to spin it around herself. She mowed

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for about 10 minutes, though it seemed much longer as I watched her every step.

Jessie did a nice job overall, though I did point out a few places where she skipped a space between her rows, leaving narrow strips of taller grass that needed to be re-mowed. When Jessie came to a tree in our yard, I took over.

“Go get a drink of water and please fetch my camera.” After a brief water break, Jessie came running out, ready for her second shift. I took pictures to capture her first mowing experience.

Jessie mowed for another ten minutes, but then the skies darkened, and I wanted to finish the front yard before the rain came – plus my nerves were shot. She said, “OK, I’ll go in and start supper.”

I mowed a few minutes before deciding to go in to make sure the fire extinguisher wasn’t in use. The afternoon’s lesson didn’t call for a beautiful yard and a burnt-down house.

After supper, I sent a text to my wife with photos of Jessie mowing. The phone rang a few minutes later, and I heard Jessie say, “Because I’m a big girl, not a baby.”

The next morning, after an overnight storm, I walked outside to pick up the morning newspaper. Two branches from our crabapple tree filled the driveway.

Though I know the future holds many more teaching moments, one thing is certain: Jessie won’t be learning how to use a chainsaw any time soon.

As Labor Day approaches, I’m thinking about the importance of teaching Jessie the skills she’ll need to be a good worker when she grows up. Sometimes it’s faster, and easier on my nerves, to do things myself than to teach her. At other times, a second set of hands and legs – and youthful brain – prove beneficial.

But whether it’s a task Jessie can already perform or a new skill to be mastered, it’s good for her to learn to work hard and enjoy the labor.

Until next month, remember to cherish the moments. Happy Labor Day!

now a full-time husband, stay-at-home dad, and writer. Follow Patrick at facebook.com/patricklhempfing and on Twitter @PatrickHempfing.

If you enjoyed this column, you’ll like Patrick’s first book, MoMENts: A Dad Holds On. The book compiles favorite stories and new material and is available for sale on Amazon.com.

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Designer baby decor & some me time

BY JOANIE COX-HENRY Jonathan Adler is known for his whimsical home decor pieces and chic, contemporary designs that combine his love for pop culture with his background as an accomplished potter.

If a piece doesn’t fill one’s home with style and joy, Adler just isn’t into it, and that’s one of the many things I admire about the designer and author.

Adler has collaborated on projects with brands such as Starbucks and Lacoste.

Now he’s unleashing his inner child with a new line of baby clothing, bedding, nursery furniture, toys and diaper bags with Fisher-Price.

Here’s what Adler had to say about his luxurious collection, which debuted Aug. 9 exclusively at BuyBuy Baby.

Q. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO WANT TO WORK WITH FISHER-PRICE, AND DO YOU HAVE ANY FISHER-PRICE TOYS FROM YOUR OWN CHILDHOOD THAT BRING BACK HAPPY MEMORIES? “Fisher-Price is an iconic global company, and I’ve loved every second of working with them. I’m a restless designer — the more I make, the more I want to make, and it has been such a pleasure adding some of my favorite colors, patterns and design elements to a new canvas. I want Fisher-Price products to be as iconic and memorable for the next generation as they were for me growing up.”

Q. WHAT ARE SOME OF THE SIGNATURE ‘JONATHAN ADLER’ TOUCHES YOU’VE ADDED TO YOUR FISHER-PRICE COLLECTION? “The collection has a whisper of Italian Modernism, a dash of warmth and craft, and a twinkle of design panache. I took the best parts of Fisher-Price’s products and combined them with new materials

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glamazon » mama like wood, matte finishes and some of my favorite patterns and colors. I think they marry the best of what Fisher-Price does and the best of what I do.”

Q. HOW DO YOU DECIDE ON WHAT PATTERNS YOU USE FOR YOUR FISHER-PRICE LINE? “I think black and white is an ‘always’ combination. It’s chic, it’s graphic, it’s bold, but it works seamlessly with any décor. Bonus: The experts at FisherPrice say that babies love black and white almost as much as I do.”

Q. WHAT ARE YOUR DESIGN TIPS FOR PUTTING TOGETHER A CAREFREE, CRISP NURSERY? “A nursery should feel cohesive with the design of the rest of your home. If you live in a ’70s party pad, it’s jarring to walk into the nursery and see it all shabby chic chintz and wicker. A soft, durable rug is a good foundation (literally). Go bold — babies love graphic patterns, and bonus, they hide spills.

And put every light on dimmers; you’ll have the right lighting scheme for everything from nap time to play time. The

main lighting fixture should be something you want to live with forever. The table lamps are where you can be fun and irreverent. Enjoy ’em while Junior is little, and then swap them out when he or she gets older. You’ll be spending a lot of time in the nursery, so fill it with squishy pillows and soft throws. A comfy chair with an ottoman never hurt anyone.”

Q. FISHER-PRICE IS SO ICONIC. YOUR DESIGNS ARE SO ICONIC. WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT WITH THIS COLLABORATION? “I love it all, and I can’t wait to give it to every pregnant woman I know. If I had to narrow it down to one favorite piece, it would hands down be the Rock ‘N Play Sleeper.

It’s modern, superbly crafted and chic enough to leave out even when you’re not using it. My only regret is that it’s not big enough for me to use.”

Q. AT WHAT AGE DID YOU START LOVING DESIGN AND STYLE, AND DO YOU HOPE TO INSPIRE OTHER CHILDREN TO FOLLOW IN YOUR FOOTSTEPS? “I was fortunate to have a father who, though a lawyer, spent every spare moment painting, and a mother whose ebullient sense of color continues to influence me to this day. My career has been a creative odyssey, and I’d love to think that someone has been influenced by moi.”

Brunch Date While girls night out is still a hot commodity among my mommy friends, there’s a new trend emerging. Brunch is the new happy hour for mamas, especially at Shooters Waterfront in Fort Lauderdale.

The revamped eatery on the Intracoastal Waterway offers an epic brunch Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. with decadent sushi offerings, Challah French Toast, Lobster eggs Benedict, crab and shrimp omelets, and a full menu of classic salads and sandwiches. Unlimited Bloody Marys or Mimosas are just $20 extra. I often end up playing tour guide to friends and family who come to South Florida searching for some classic Sunshine State scenery in an upscale, yet laid-back atmosphere, Shooters Waterfront, at 3033 NE 32nd Ave. in Fort Lauderdale, is right on target. 954-566-2855 or Shooterswaterfront.com.

On my “me days,” I don’t mind wastin’ away again in Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. The 17-story resort inspired by the music of Jimmy Buffet is offering specials at its St. Somewhere Spa through Sept. 30.

For $99, get an aromatherapy massage and foot treatment with essential oils or have a chamomile aloe masque and facial for the same price. St. Somewhere Spa is at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort, 111 N. Ocean Drive. 954-874-4430 or Margaritavillehollywoodbeachresort.com.

Q. WHEN IT COMES TO NURSERY DESIGN, IS LESS MORE? OR IS MORE ALWAYS BETTER? “The best part of design today is that we live in an ‘anything goes’ world. There aren’t any rules – if you love it, it will work (just make sure there aren’t any sharp corners).”

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Smart and sensitive kids need extra-patient parents

BY KAREN DEERWESTER, ED.S. Smart and sensitive kids are the ones who think deeply and feel deeply. They knock you off your game and create lots of doubts and questions in the thoughtful parents who are trying to support and teach them.

You are their safety net as they try to manage all the complexity of their thoughts, questions and feelings. It will require extra patience, though, to celebrate their intelligence while grabbing the opportunity to support them emotionally.

These thinking-feeling children will surprise you on a daily basis. They live life like a chess game where they are five moves ahead of everyone else. They ask the “what if” questions: What if the puppy misses her brothers if we adopt her? What if grandma gets sick?

They have deep empathy for characters in books and for everyday situations. They connect the dots between seemingly unrelated experiences. Often, they study the grown-ups around them and see through any inconsistencies or misrepresentations.

They have their own convictions, opinions and emotions. They create new parenting challenges that don’t fit the easy, by-the-book answers.

Parents of smart and sensitive children walk a tough tightrope – not too much and not too little.

They need to answer complex questions without overwhelming developing minds.

They need to give their children respect and responsibility without burdening them. And they need to give support and comfort to a child who will not be dismissed or placated.

It sounds impossible, yet it can be done with great regard for the child’s individuality and understanding of this child’s particular vulnerability.

In some ways, smart and sensitive children are too smart and too vulnerable to process their own struggles. They need help from caring grown-ups regardless of how precocious they may be.

If they are treated like miniature adults, smart and sensitive children will be trying to manage life on stilts – it’s fun, but it’s a very insecure place.

Start with the facts. These children are “reading” reality in advanced ways.

Answer their questions simply and honesty. You can’t fool them for very long anyway.

Welcome the unconventional. Your child is smart, very smart. Let them enjoy their inquisitiveness without feeling odd or “too much” for the grown-ups who love them. Know that they are going to surprise and sometimes shock you, but still try to encourage their questions and time-consuming conversations.

Create an emotional safety net. No matter how precocious they are, smart and sensitive children can only grasp and process so much. They need comfort and age-appropriate tools to manage big emotions and big ideas. Smart and sensitive children need an “emotion coach” to show them that all feelings are safe and acceptable, that there are adults near who can help them work through the uncomfortable, unsettling feelings, that the adults will help them figure out what they need and help them choose actions that move them forward out of the struggle. Most of all, children need to know they are safe and not alone in any struggle.

Create play outlets. Children’s brains, bodies and moods need space and time to play. Play gives children a way to process, organize, synthesize and integrate big feelings and big emotions. It’s the law of developmental growth. Make space in routines for cuddles and laughter, time in nature, time for daydreaming and relax-

ing: living room forts, pillow corners, bubble baths, water hoses, pretend play, construction & destruction play, play dough and mud. Play without emphasis on outcomes or learning – just play.

Support power and responsibility. Smart and sensitive children are not passive, and they are not followers. They need opportunities to use all that excitement and potential that affirms their confidence and initiative. Help direct that power into positive choices: Let them choose the dinner menu two nights a week, paint “NoMonster” signs for their bedroom door, or bring towels to the local animal shelter.

Every struggle, every problem, has a solution. Rally your child’s involvement to be a helper and problem-solver. That smart, sensitive child will change the world.

Raising a smart and sensitive child isn’t easy. It’s time-consuming and sometimes overwhelming. It requires creativity and patience. The rewards are enormous, though. Just be sure you are taking good care of yourself so you can rise to the challenge. And consider, that smart and sensitive child is probably being raised by a smart and deep-feeling parent.

Karen Deerwester is the owner of Family Time Coaching & Consulting and the director of Family Time classes at The Ruth and Edward Taubman Early Childhood Center at B’nai Torah Congregation in Boca Raton. She is also the host of the parenting podcast See Me Hear Me Love Me.

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Road Trip!

Memories are made of this

BY MARGARET SAGARESE When my daughter was young, road trips to Florida topped her (and her parents’) “Favorite Things” list.

Nothing beat grabbing backpacks, sunglasses and the road atlas and hitting I-95 South. Our family photograph albums swell with hilarious episodes, such as the three of us dissolving into hysterical giggles over discovering Mr. Pibb soda in Georgia (we were slaphappy from driving), and out-of-body moments like floating on an aquamarine sea and sky on the Seven Mile Bridge in the Florida Keys.

Even “National Lampoon’s Vacation” pales in comparison to our road trips.

According to a recent headline in The New York Times, “Road Trip Revival,” Americans are hitting the highways again.

Last year, Americans drove a record 3.15 trillion miles, according to the

Department of Transportation. Millennial parents are packing kids in SUVs and baby boomer grandparents are packing grandkids.

Apparently, the recession has tattooed many with the idea that homes or jobs can be taken away, but memories cannot. And what better way to manufacture memories than take a road trip?

TWEENS MAKE PERFECT ROAD WARRIORS Boys and girls in this age range crave a sense of belonging. Family time on the road satisfies that developmental need.

Preteens thirst for adventure; they are curious and tantalized by the scope of the outside world.

Travel by automobile, SUV, minivan or camper puts family members in close proximity. The side-by-side dynamic trig-

gers conversations where confidences emerge (so long as you disconnect from those smartphones).

Kids get parents’ attention, which believe it or not, they desperately want and often don’t get in the day-to-day reality of work and school schedules and pressures.

Planning a road trip can be a family affair, empowering to tweens who often feel powerless. Kids and parents can choose an itinerary based on passions or longings.

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stages » preteen With gas prices low and wanderlust high, many things are possible.

And it just so happens that this year marks the 100th birthday of the National Park Service. America is beautiful with its monuments, sea shores, parkways, preserves, recreational areas and historic and scenic sights. Log on to nps.gov/subjects/centennial or look through a copy of National Parks Guide U.S.A., published by National Geographic Kids, for ideas.

MEMORIES ARE A WORTHWHILE INVESTMENT Buying your tweens skateboards or pricey sneakers does not have the same payoff as buying memories. Satisfaction from things evaporates quickly. Happiness studies from Cornell University and the University of Colorado at Boulder reveal that experiences, not things, are what make us genuinely happy.

Sonya Lyubomirsky, Ph.D, writing in Psychology Today, explains the difference: “Experiences can actually grow even more positive and more enjoyable as time passes. A wonderful weekend can become burnished and embellished in our memories and bring happiness every time we revisit it.”

Shared memories like those created on the road strengthen the bonds of family together, forever.

SO WHAT’S HOLDING YOU BACK? It’s not just money. Amy Lynch, a generations expert, has coined the term “vacation dread” to identify typical roadblocks to vacations such as road trips. Lynch said research show “27 percent of millennials felt guilty taking time from work compared to 19 percent of older generations.”

The recession and slow-to-recover economy has left scars of insecurity, particularly on younger workers.

“Worried about losing the job, 30 percent of millennials want to show complete dedication compared to 22 percent of older workers,” she reports.

Everyone needs time away from the world of responsibility and stress, and that includes adults as well as tweens, younger children and older teens. Opting for a road trip that travels through natural settings is proven to relieve stress and revive mental health.

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Road rules Plan the trip as a family venture.

Have meetings to discuss possible adventures.

Budget. This is a financial lesson that provides hands-on experience for tweens who need to learn about money matters. The internet makes scouting destinations, campsites, motels and sites easy. Prices can be compared and tallied, too.

Keep electronic devices to a bare minimum. On average, according to Lynch, people take three devices with them on vacation. Tweens are addicted to being connected with peers. Boys spend too much time playing games; girls post pictures on Instagram. And way too many adults check their email and Facebook too many times a day as well. Set boundaries as a family.

Construct a selfie policy. Ban or limit posts and texts to friends and business associates. If you love taking pictures, make it about your family adventure, not about showing it to everyone else in your connection circle.

Take along a journal and a folder to collect observations and memorabilia. A placemat from the diner that served you the best breakfast ever, or a matchbox from that little restaurant you discovered in the middle of nowhere. Travel brochures of places you may want to go to next time. The smells of different states or wildflowers, the silences of a river of grass, the touch of your sibling grabbing your hand or a mother or father embracing you to share a breath-taking moment – memories tap all the senses and immortalize the feelings they stir.

Many of our road trips focused on marine animals and water view places for my daughter, Skyler, who is now a fish ecologist for NOAA in Miami.

I liked writer’s homes, such as the Tennessee Williams home or Earnest Hemingway’s place in Key West.

My husband just loved to drive.

As we turn the pages of all those family scrapbooks, we can’t wait to get on the road again.

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Enrichment

Young At Art

Baby Stars

751 SW 121st Ave., Davie youngatartmuseum.org, 954-424-0085

3565 NE 207th St., Suite A-9, Aventura baby-stars.com, 305-466-1886

Young Makers Lab 5455 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton youngmakerslab.com, 561-923-9243

Bricks 4 Kidz bricks4kidz.com, 786-308-0728

Math Monkey Of Pinecrest

EDUCATIONAL ENRICHMENT M U LT I P L E

MIAMI-DADE

12659 S. Dixie Highway, Pinecrest mathmonkeymiami.com, 305-971-MATH (6284)

COUNTIES

Institute For Math & Computer Science (IMACS)

Mind Lab mindlabsf.com, 786-768-6111

Mathnasium

7100 W. Camino Real, Suite 215, Boca Raton 3dlearner.com, 561-361-7495

Locations in the tri-county area mathnasium.com, 877-601-MATH (6284)

M U LT I P L E

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5678 Dance Inc.

Serving Broward and Palm Beach Counties imacs.org, 954-791-2333 Free math & computer placement classes. Fun for kids, inspiring for parents. Experience the IMACS advantage!

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3D Learner High Touch High Tech Of South Florida

Serving the tri-county area 5678danceinc.com, 954-579-8820 Daytime and afterschool dance enrichment program running classes at the Parkland rec center.

Hip hop, ballet, cheer and musical theater

Florida Super Stars

Sylvan Learning

sciencemadefunsfl.net, 561-792-3785

Multiple locations in Broward and Miami-Dade floridasuperstars.com, 954-438-2075

Locations in the tri-county area sylvanlearning.com, 800-EDUCATE

Mad Science Of Palm Beach

Hip Hop Kidz

401 Maplewood Dr., #2, Jupiter palmbeachbroward.madscience.org, 561-747-3033

B R O WA R D

AEF Schools 4650 SW 61st Ave., Davie AEFschools.com, 954-581-8222 VPK - 12th grade fully accredited College prep • Life skills • Cognitive McKay • PLSA ADHD • ASD • LD Transport Average to high functioning students who are not being successful in traditional school settings.

The Parenting Place Mailman Segal Center for Human Development nova.edu/humandevelopment/earlylearning/pplace 954-262-7127

Wacky Wild Science

Tri-county - 10 locations hiphopkidz.net, 305-233-3555, 954-499-7729 B R O WA R D

ARTS ART Boca Raton Museum - The Art School 801 W. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton bocamuseum.org/artschool, 561-392-2503

Fat Village Center For The Arts 531 NW 1st Ave., Fort Lauderdale fatvillagecenterforthearts.com

Broadway Kids Studio 9042 W. State Road 84, Davie broadwaykidsstudio.com, 954-693-7500

Broward Dance Academy 3215 NW 10th Terrace, #201, Fort Lauderdale browarddanceacademy.com, 954-908-3464

Dance FX 10057D Sunset Strip, Sunrise dancefxsunrise.com, 954-742-3114

Museum Of Art

Mrs. P’s Dance & Acrobatic Studio

1 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale moafl.org/academy, 954-525-5500

9631 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs mrspdance.com, 954-753-5480

wackywild.com, 954-562-6803

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Stella’s Dancers’ Studio

Muzart - Creative Arts Studio

9470 Griffin Road, Cooper City stellasdancers.com, 954-434-8401 We have classes in Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop, Acrobatics, Lyrical & more. Our passionate dance staff will provide a fun environment and teach proper technique to instill a positive self-esteem in all students.

1946 Harrison St., Hollywood muzartstudios.com, 954-924-1133

MIAMI-DADE

MIAMI-DADE

201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale browardcenter.org, 954-522-5334

Alouettes Dance Academy

Frost MusicTime

Coral Springs Center For The Arts

THEATER PROGRAMS/ PERFORMING ARTS VENUES

Parkland International Music Academy 7391 N. State Road 7, Parkland musicparkland.com, 754-229-6284

15451 SW 137th Ave., Miami alouettesdanceacademy.com, 305-255-4488

frostmusictime.com, 305-284-3176

Dance Empire Of Miami

8783 SW 132nd St., Miami miami.schoolofrock.com, 305-969-2828

B R O WA R D

Broward Center For The Performing Arts

2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs coralspringscenterforthearts.com, 954-344-5999

School Of Rock Miami

Florida Children’s Theatre

Miami Dance And Music Academy

sfys.net, 305-238-2729

8761 SW Coral Way, Miami mdmacademy.com, 305-229-0806

Galleria Mall, 2542B E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale flct.org, 954-763-6882 Formerly Fort Lauderdale Children's Theater, FLCT offers theatre classes, camps and shows. Ages 4 - 18.

Vocal And Stage Power

Miramar Cultural Center

8853 SW 132nd St., Miami danceempire.com, 305-232-5573

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South Florida Youth Symphony

BEACH

Boca Ballet Theatre Company & School 7630 NW Sixth Ave., Boca Raton bocaballet.org, 561-995-0709

Organic Movements, Inc. 2400 NW Boca Raton Blvd., Suite 12, Boca Raton organicmovements.net, 561-395-6111

MUSIC B R O WA R D

Broadway Kids Studio 9042 W. State Road 84, Davie broadwaykidsstudio.com, 954-693-7500

Cool Music School Imagine School, 8200 Peters Road, Plantation coolmusicschool.net, 954-232-3174

Serving Miami-Dade County vocalandstagepower.com, 786-759-9433 Private voice & piano classes given by master coach. Our students include: XFACTOR Finalist, Recording Artists, Lead Roles in Musical Shows and Operatic Stages, Competition & Scholarship Winners. Beginners to pro.

All ages welcome.

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2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar miramarculturalcenter.org, 954-602-4500

Parker Playhouse 707 NE Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale parkerplayhouse.com, 954-462-0222 MIAMI-DADE

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Actor’s Playhouse at the Miracle Mile

Kindermusik With Miss Susan Boca Raton, susanmusik.com, 561-477-0238

280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables actorsplayhouse.org, 305-444-9293

Young Singers Of The Palm Beaches

Fantasy Theatre Factory

701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach youngsingers.org, 561-659-2332

7069 SW 47th St., Miami ftfshows.com, 305-284-8800

Youth Orchestra Of Palm Beach County 2285 Potomac Road, Boca Raton yopbc.org, 561-281-8600

Miami Children’s Theater miamichildrenstheater.com Dave and Mary Alper JCC, 11155 SW 112th Ave., Miami, 305-274-3595 Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center, 405 University Drive, Coral Gables, 305-274-3595

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Visit imacs.org/potential to reserve a space in a FREE class and discover what your child can achieve!

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Center Stage Performing Arts 7200 W. Camino Real, #330, Boca Raton centerstageboca.com, 561-750-7824

Showtime Performing Arts Theatre 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Suite 73, Boca Raton showtimeboca.com, 561-394-2626

Sol Children's Theatre 3333 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton solchildren.org, 561-447-8829

Top Gun Cheerleading Training Center

X-Treme Rock Climbing

14990 SW 137th St., Miami topguncheeranddance.com, 305-259-5727

13972 SW 139th Court, Miami x-tremerock.com, 305-233-6623

EQUESTRIAN Acts 2 Acres Equestrian Center

FITNESS City Of North Miami Youth Athletics

4000 NW 43rd St., Coconut Creek acts2acres.com, 954-326-2528

northmiamifl.gov, 305-895-9840

Escudero Paso Fino Riding School

9030 SW 72nd Court, Miami corpoyogamiami.com, 305-670-2010

18690 SW 100th St., Miami escuderopasofino.org, 305-972-7650

Standing Ovation Performing Arts

Healing Hooves Psychotherapy

7429 S. Military Trail, Lake Worth standingoh.com, 561-734-0187

6201 SW 180th Terrace, Southwest Ranches therapybarn.org, 954-907-6862

SPORTS

Spun Gold Equestrian Center

Corpo Yoga Studio Get Fit 4 Kidz Multiple locations in Broward and Palm Beach Counties getfit4kidz.com, 954-931-1571

Jumpin Jamboree

CHEERLEADING America’s Leaders

507 SW 70th Ave., Davie spungoldequestriancenter.com, 954-410-3690

6000 NW 97th Avenue, Suite 1, Doral, 305-599-3288 4001 SW 152nd Avenue, #4057, Kendall, 786-420-2420 jumpinjamboree.com

10242 NW 47th St., Suite 14, Sunrise americasleaders.net, 954-748-5977

Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center

Kidokinetics

13300 Sixth Court N., Loxahatchee vinceremos.org, 561-792-9900

Serving the tri-county area kidokinetics.com, 954-385-8511

EXTREME SPORTS Coral Cliffs Indoor Climbing Gym

GYMNASTICS American Twisters Gymnastics

3400 SW 26th Terrace, #A4, Fort Lauderdale coralcliffs.com, 954-321-9898

6805 Lyons Technology Circle, Coconut Creek twistergymnastics.com, 954-725-9199

Planet Air Sports

Florida Gymnastics Training Center

1401 Green Road, Deerfield Beach planetairsports.com, 954-428-3386

13115 SW 89th Ave., Miami fgtc.net, 305-251-4414

Weston Extreme Skatepark

International Gymnastics

Weston Regional Park, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston 954-389-4321

18640 SW 104th Ave., Miami internationalgymnasticsmiami.com, 305-259-0677

Xtreme Action Park

Kids Choice Sports, Dance and Fitness

5300 N. Powerline Road, Fort Lauderdale xtremeactionpark.com, 954-491-6265

6500 W. Rogers Circle, Boca Raton gokidschoice.com, 561-998-4225

Broward Elite All-Stars 6800 SW 21st Court, Units 6-10, Davie elitecheeranddance.net, 954-577-3332

Cheer Florida All Stars cheerfloridaallstars.com 4900 Lyons Technology Parkway, Suite 8, Coconut Creek, 954-428-1155 3125 Fortune Way, Wellington, 561-557-5602

Florida Superstars Multiple Broward and Miami-Dade locations floridasuperstars.com, 954-438-2075

Palm Beach Lightning

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1331 S. Killian Drive, Unit B, Lake Park palmbeachlightning.com, 561-301-8292

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Nova Gymnastics

Shaolin Kung Fu Academy

Scott Rakow Youth Center Ice Rink

2280 SW 71st Terrace, Davie novagymnastics.com, 954-476-3154

20841 Johnson St., Bay 101, Pembroke Pines theshaolinacademy.com, 954-450-4666

2700 Sheridan Ave., Miami Beach miamibeachparks.com, 305-673-7000 Ext.2530

Tag USA Gymnastics

South Florida Mixed Martial Arts

Super Wheels Skating Center

1951 N. Commerce Parkway, Weston taggymnastics.com, 954-384-9393

9240 SW 158th Lane, Palmetto Bay sflmixedmartialarts.com, 305-232-0662

12265 SW 112th St., Miami superwheelsmiami.com, 305-270-9386

Twisters Gymnastics

Twin Dragons Mixed Martial Arts

3100 NW Boca Raton Blvd., #308, Boca Raton twistergymnastics.com, 561-750-6001

12252 SW 128th Court, #110, Miami dragonsmartialartsmiami.com, 305-971-8000

West Broward Gymnastics Academy 409 SW 136th Ave., Davie wbgymnastics.com, 954-382-1767

SKATING Atlantis Skateway

MARTIAL ARTS American Pride Martial Arts

3100 Jog Road, Greenacres atlantisskateway.com, 561-964-4300

2670 N. University Drive, Suite 206, Sunrise, 954-578-1000

3299 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs panthersiceden.com, 954-341-9956

American TaeKwonDo Academy 2026 NE 155th St., North Miami Beach campkarate.com, 305-945-4445

Dynamic Family Martial Arts 12940 State Road 84, Davie morethankicks.com, 954-370-0001

SWIMMING Aquasafe Swimming School aquasafeswimmingschool.com, 954-673-2339

Baby Otter Swim School Serving tri-county, 888-SWIM-KID

Bubbles Swimming School bubblesswimmingschool.com, 305-858-5476

Florida Panthers IceDen

Hurricane Aquatics University of Miami, 1306 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables hurricaneaquatics.net, 305-284-4713

Galaxy Skateway

Little Swimmers

7500 Southgate Blvd., North Lauderdale galaxyskateway.net, 954-721-0580

Multiple locations in Miami and Broward Counties littleswimmers.net, 305-383-SWIM, 954-646-SWIM

Glacier Ice And Snow

Miami Watersports Complex

4601 N. Federal Highway, Lighthouse Point glaciericeandsnow.com, 954-943-1437

Karate America 11 locations throughout the tri-county area kidmartialartsinflorida.com, 305-558-7252

Master Sang’s TNT Martial Arts

Amelia Earhart Park, 401 E. 65th St., Hialeah aktionparks.com, 305-476-WAKE (9253)

Kendall Ice Arena

Pompano Beach Piranhas Swim Team

10355 Hammocks Blvd., Kendall kendallicearena.com, 305-386-8288

pompanopiranhas.com, 954-401-0045

Quality Swimming

mastertntacademy.com Miami Beach: 305-724-0289 Aventura: 305-785-2286

Palm Beach Ice Works 1590 N. Florida Mango Road, West Palm Beach pbiw.org, 561-656-4046

Coconut Creek, Boca Raton and Boynton Beach. qualityswimming.com, 561-487-8276

Park's Martial Arts Federation

Palm Beach Skate Zone

Swim Gym

kickatparks.com Miami Lakes: 305-362-1818 Cooper City: 954-769-1899 Pembroke Pines: 954-885-4999 Plantation: 954-693-3636

8125 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth pbskatezone.com, 561-963-5900

Multiple locations, swimgym.net

Pines Ice Arena

Key Biscayne Community Center 10 Village Green Way, Key Biscayne swimkidschool.com, 305-262-SWIM (7946)

Swim Kids Swimming School

12425 Taft St., Pembroke Pines pinesice.com, 954-704-8700

VOCAL and STAGE POWER Private Voice & Piano Classes Competition & Assessment Preparation Recording & Demo Opportunities Audition Preparation

Presented by Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation

Carlin Park

Seabreeze Amphitheater 400 S.R. A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477 | 561 966-7099

Saturday, September 24 5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.

Concert @ 6:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m.

Lawn chairs, blankets, and pets on leashes are welcome. Live music featuring a local crowd favorite:

VIVA CLASSIC ROCK !

Thank you to our sponsors

www.pbcparks.com Facebook.com/seabreezeamphitheater

All ages welcome from beginners to professional....

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FREE ADMISSION !

Our students include: XFACTOR Finalist, Recording Artists, Lead Roles in Musical Shows and Operatic Stages, Competition & Scholarship Winners.

C3 is a community event celebrating coastal habitats and conservation.

Browse and interact with conservation groups, shop our vendor village of local merchants, and enjoy great food & beer.

WE MAKE IT HAPPEN DON’T MISS OUT! BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW!

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nova.edu/Library/Main, 954-262-5477

Swim With Mr. Blue

Delray Beach Tennis Center

11401 NW 56th Drive, Coral Springs swimwithmrblue.com, 954-956-9955

201 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach delraytennis.com, 561-243-7360

The British Swim School

Howard Park Tennis Center

Locations in Hollywood, Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Sunrise and Wellington; britishswimschool.com; 954-747-7251, 800-495-1718

1302 Parker Ave., West Palm Beach, 561-804-4950

1298 NE 37th St., Oakland Park, 954-630-4370

Jane Forman Tennis Academy

Helen B. Hoffman Plantation City Library

The Swim Academy

Two locations, janeformansports.com, 305-235-9200

501 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation, 954-797-2140

West Regional Library

theswimacademy.com, 954-384-4500

CULTURE

TEAM SPORTS All American Basketball School 2585 Glades Circle, Weston allamericanbasketballschool.com, 954-472-2663

FOREIGN LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION Camp Lingua camplingua.com, 954-642-CAMP (2267)

Language On

Brazilian Soccer Training Center

407 Lincoln Road, Suite 300, Miami Beach, 305-532-4903 1201 Brickell Ave., Suite 620, Miami, 305-424-9596

Danny Berry’s Diamond Backs Baseball

Lycee Franco-Americain International School

11155 SW 112th Ave., Miami dannyberry.com, 305-271-9000

8900 Stirling Road, Cooper City lyceefrancoam.org, 954-237-0356

Soccer Shots Miami Soccershots.org/Miami, 780-390-1828

Multilingual Language & Cultural Society

Soccer Tots

210 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach multilingualsociety.org, 561-228-1688

soccertotsbroward.com, 954-680-6861

South Florida Youth Basketball League 4300 SW 57th Terrace, Davie sflbasketball.com, 954-809-5131

LIBRARIES B R O WA R D

Weston Warriors Lacrosse westonwarriorlacrosse.com, 754-264-2405

Main Library

TENNIS Brian Piccolo Park Racquet Center

NSU-Alvin Sherman Library, Research And Information Technology Center

100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale browardlibrary.org, 954-357-7444

A joint-use facility open to the Broward Community.

3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Davie

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8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, 954-765-1560

Wilton Manors 500 NE 26th St. Wilton Manors, 954-390-2195 MIAMI-DADE

Main Library 101 W. Flagler St., Miami, mdpls.org, 305-375-2665

20300 NE 24th Ave., Aventura bstcsoccer.com, 786-522-7577

9501 Sheridan St., Cooper City, 954-437-9983

CITY LIBRARIES City Of Oakland Park Library

CITY LIBRARIES Brockway Memorial Library 10021 NE Second Ave., Miami Shores 305-758-8107

Hialeah Gardens 11300 NW 87th Ct., Hialeah, 305-820-8520

The City Of Hialeah Public Library 190 W. 49th St., Hialeah, 305-821-2700 PA L M

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Main Library 3650 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach pbclibrary.org, 561-233-2600

CITY LIBRARIES Boca Raton Public Library 200 NW Boca Raton Blvd., Boca Raton, 561-393-7852

Spanish River Library 1501 NW Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton, 561-393-7852

5678 dance inc is now offering dance classes at the

Parkland P-Rec Center 10561 Trails End, Parkland, FL

• Ballet • Hip Hop • Cheer • Tap • Acro • Lyrical • Jazz • Musical Theater To enroll please visit

www.cityofparkland.org/prec scroll down to

REGISTER NOW! Call today

(954) 579-8820 or email

cara@5678danceinc.com www.5678danceinc.com

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West Palm Beach City Library

Museum Of Art - Fort Lauderdale

411 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, 561-868-7700

One E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale moafl.org, 954-525-5500

MUSEUMS Art & Culture Center Of Hollywood

Museum Of Discovery & Science

broward.org/parks, 954-357-8100

401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale mods.org, 954-467-6637

Miami-Dade County Parks & Recreation

Norton Museum Of Art

Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation

1650 Harrison St., Hollywood artandculturecenter.org, 954-921-3274

Boca Museum Of Art Mizner Park, 501 Plaza Real, Boca Raton bocamuseum.org, 561-392-2500

Buehler Planetarium And Observatory

RECREATION DEPARTMENTS Broward County Parks & Recreation miamidade.gov/parks, 305-755-7800

1452 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach norton.org, 561-832-5196

2700 6th Ave. S., Lake Worth pbcgov.com/parks, 561-966-6600 We create opportunities for healthy, happy living!

South Florida Science Center And Aquarium

3501 SW Davie Road, Davie, 954-201-6681

4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach sfsciencecenter.org, 561-832-1988

Children’s Science Explorium

The Society Of The Four Arts

Boy Scouts Of America

Two Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach fourarts.org, 561-655-7227

sfcbsa.org, 954-584-4200

Young At Art

gssef.org, 954-739-7660

Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton scienceexplorium.org, 561-347-3912

Coral Springs Museum Of Art 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs csmart.org, 954-340-5000

SCOUTS

Girl Scouts Of Southeast Florida Council

751 SW 121st Ave., Davie youngatartmuseum.org, 954-424-0085

YMCA

Gold Coast Railroad Museum 12450 SW 152nd St., Miami gcrm.org, 305-253-0063

Golisano Children’s Museum Of Naples 15080 Livingston Road, Naples cmon.org, 239-514-0084

Jewish Museum of Florida - FIU 301 Washington Ave., Miami Beach jewishmuseum.com, 305-672-5044

Miami Children's Museum 980 Macarthur Causeway, Miami miamichildrensmuseum.org, 305-373-KIDS(5437)

Miccosukee Indian Village Mile Marker 70, U.S. Highway 41, Tamiami Trail, Miami 305-552-8365, miccosukee.com

Contact the county headquarters for specific locations in your area.

COMMUNITY CENTERS/ ORGANIZATIONS

YMCA Of Broward County ymcabroward.org

YMCA Of Greater Miami

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB

ymcamiami.org, 305-357-4000

Contact the county headquarters for specific locations and information about clubs in your area.

YMCA Of Palm Beach

BROWARD COUNTY bgcbc.org, 954-537-1010

YMCA Of South Palm Beach County

ymcapalmbeaches.org, 561-968-9622

Boynton Beach and Boca Raton ymcaspbc.org The Y: We are for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY bgcmia.org, 305-446-9910 PALM BEACH COUNTY bgcpbc.org, 561-683-3287

Go to SouthFloridaParenting.com to view the complete Enrichment Guide

THE FUN CONTINUES

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AFTER SCHOOL AT THE Y IGN UP AND LET THEM LEARN, GROW AND THRIVE. AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM INCLUDES: Fun, engaging curriculum | Homework assistance | Snack time Interest-specific programs such as swim, sports, performing arts, cooking, art, etc.

he Y offers after school programming until 6pm in Boynton and Boca for Kindergarten age children through 5th Grade. *Transportation is provided to the Y in partnership with select schools.

PETER BLUM FAMILY YMCA OF BOCA RATON 6631 Palmetto Circle S. Boca Raton, FL 33433 800-798-4531

DEVOS-BLUM FAMILY YMCA OF BOYNTON BEACH 9600 S. Military Trail Boynton Beach, FL 33436 800-903-1814

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Gimi Jimi - A Tribute to Jimi Hendrix. Tickets available online. 7 p.m. Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. Adult, $18; children, $10. 954-747-4646 sunrisefl.gov/registration.html

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Toddler Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Sunset Branch Library, 10855 SW 72nd St. #13-14, Miami. Free. RSVP. 305270-6368 Baby Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Coconut Grove Branch Library, 2875 McFarlane Road, Miami. Free. RSVP. 305442-8695

BROWARD

Toddler Yoga with Nipa. Ages 1-5. 10:30 a.m.

Young At Art Youth Services Story Corner, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie. Free. RSVP. 954-357-5437 Food Truck Invasion. 5-10 p.m. Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach. 954-357-5100 or FoodTruckInvasion.com Free First Thursdays Starry Nights. Food and drink specials and art projects for all ages. 4-8 p.m. NSU Art Museum, One East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.

954-525-5500 or nsuartmuseum.org

PALM BEACH

Y-Kids Yoga. Ages 3-4. Yoga poses with engaging songs, puppets and stories. 11 a.m. The Children’s Museum, 498 Crawford Blvd., Boca Raton. Call for prices. 561368-6875 or cmboca.org Drawing in the Museum. Artists of all levels are invited to draw in the galleries with Art School Artists to guide you. Drawing paper and pencils provided. 6-7:45 p.m. Boca Raton Museum of Art, 501 Plaza Real, Mizner Park. Free. 561-392-2500 or bocamuseum.org

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TGIF: Movie Matinee. Dolphin Tale 2. 3:30 p.m.

North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. RSVP. 305-625-6424 Gallery Night Live. Free admission and live music every first Friday of the month. 6-10 p.m. Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-603-8067 Friday Night Food Trucks. 5:30-10 p.m. First Friday of each month. Palmetto Bay Village Center, 18001 Old Cutler Road, Palmetto Bay. Free

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First Friday Food Trucks. Food trucks and live music. 5-9 p.m. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. Free. 954-473-2955

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Family Studio: Full STEAM Ahead. Ages 5-12. Artistic experiments to foster creative thinking and problem solving to uncover the science in art. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Norton Museum of Art, 1451 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach. $1 materials fee. RSVP. 561-832-5196, ext. 1138, or norton.org/familystudio

Fun Friday. Ages 2-6. Marshmallow Sculptures. Socks

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Bounce house, face painters and more, 5-8 p.m. The Good Dinosaur (PG) at 8 p.m. ArtsPark, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Free. 954-921-3500 or visithollywoodfl.org Family Fun Fridays. Different activities and entertainers every week. 7-9 p.m. Fridays. Village at Gulfstream Park, Champions Plaza, 501 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale. 954-399-9953 or thevillageatgulfstreampark.com

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required. 3 p.m. Cool Beans, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens. Call for prices. 561-6271782 or coolbeansplaycafe.com Toddler Time at Craft Haus. Ages 5 and under.

Stories, painting, snacks, and carousel or train ride. RSVP. 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Craft Haus Art Studio, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Suite 4102, Palm Beach Gardens. $15. 561-630-3450 or crafthauspalmbeach.com Evening On The Avenue. Music, food trucks, art.

6-10 p.m. First and third Fridays. Lake Worth Cultural Plaza, 414 Lake Ave., Lake Worth. Free. lakeworth.org

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$15 Neighbor Days At Jungle Island. Block party with bounce houses, DJ, arts & crafts, sidewalk chalk and face painting. Visitors must provide proof of South Florida residency. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami. jungleisland.com Family Day Festival. Music, inflatables, train, face painting, characters, petting zoo, entertainment and more.

3-7 p.m. Artec Academy, 772 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hallandale. Free. 954-455-0440 or artecacademy.com Home Depot Kids Workshop. Ages 5-12. First come/first served. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. First Saturday of the month. Home Depot. Free. homedepot.com

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September 11th Remembrance Ceremonies. Events begin at 8:30 a.m. at the Sunrise Public Safety Building (sunrisefl.gov) and the Pembroke Pines City Center (ppines.com). In Coral Springs, the city will lay a wreath at the 9/11 Memorial, followed by a special tribute inside the Coral Springs Charter School Auditorium. Almost 3,000 flags with the names of each of the victims will be on display. 2 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Drive, Coral Springs.

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Jumpstart!. Jumpstart your school year with a dance party, fun crafts and Zumba for kids. 1 p.m. Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.

Free. RSVP. 954-262-4543 $7 Saturdays September. $7 entry for ages 3+ every Saturday in September. Narrated tram tour included.

Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie.

954-473-2955 or flamingogardens.org ArtsPark Live! Live bands in the park. 8-10 p.m. ArtsPark, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Free. 954-9213500 or visithollywoodfl.org

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Home Depot Kids Workshop. Ages 5-12. First

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come/first served. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. First Saturday of the month. Home Depot. Free. homedepot.com Little Wonders At Gumbo Limbo. Ages 3-4.

“Animals of the Ocean.” Hikes, crafts, and stories. No siblings please. 10-11 a.m. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center,

Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live. Free admission at participating venues, including Zoo Miami. Visit website for locations. smithsonianmag.com/museumday

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» theater, shows & concerts ARTSLAUNCH2016 Sept. 10. Over 50 shows on sale, Comic Book & Cosplay Mania, silent disco day party, interactive workshops, kids’ activities, chef demos, author conversations, walking tours, farmers market and more. Order fees will be waived for single tickets purchased in person.

10 a.m.-6 p.m. Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami. Free. 305-949-6722 or arshtcenter.org SUZUKI MUSIC ACADEMY ‘KIDS PLAY FOR KIDS’ OPEN HOUSE CONCERT Sept. 10. Children musicians perform the music of Bach, Hande, Vivaldi and Brahms.

2 p.m. Suzuki Music Academy, 6823 Stirling Road, Davie. Free. 954-797-7777 THREE LITTLE CIRCUS PIGS Sept. 10. Comic retelling of the traditional story, where an unexpected hero just might come and save the day. Family Shows include juice & cookies with each child’s ticket after the show. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Adults, $8; ages 12 and under, $6. Willow Theatre at Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton.

561-347-3948 or willowtheatre.org

1801 N. Ocean Blvd Boca Raton. Call for prices. 561544-8605 or gumbolimbo.org Nature Detectives. Ages 5-7. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd Boca Raton. Call for prices. 561-544-8605 or gumbolimbo.org Family Studio: Full STEAM Ahead. Ages 5-12.

10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Norton Museum of Art, 1451 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach. $1 materials fee. RSVP. 561-832-5196, ext. 1138, or norton.org/familystudio

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$15 Neighbor Days At Jungle Island. Block party with bounce houses, DJ, arts & crafts, sidewalk chalk and face painting. Visitors must provide proof of South Florida residency. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami. jungleisland.com Doral Farmers Market. Produce and artisanal crafts.

10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays. Doral Farmers Market, 9659 NW 41st St., Doral. 786-553-6929 or doralmarket.com

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Artist Encounter Series at IKEA Sunrise. Live demonstrations, performances or hands on workshops. 1-4 p.m. First Sunday of the month. IKEA Sunrise, 151 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise. 888- 888-4532 or ikea.com

Downtown Hollywood Dream Car Classic Car Show. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. First Sunday of the month. Free.

Downtown Hollywood on Hollywood Blvd. 954-825-1027

Sunday Jazz Brunch. Free, live outdoor concert series with local jazz artists. Bring chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. First Sunday of the month.

Performances take place along the Riverwalk area off Las Olas Blvd. 954-828-5363.

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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.

561-347-3900 or SugarSandPark.org Snake Talk. Meet King Henry, the resident king snake.

2 p.m. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 Jack Nicklaus Drive, North Palm Beach. $2-$5. 561-624-6952 or macarthurbeach.org Pokémon Go Meet. Ages 6-17. Bring your DS and cards to play and trade. Wear your team colors. 2 p.m.

JAKE SHIMABUKURO Sept. 14. See one of the top ukulele players perform originals, the Beatles’ “While My Guitar Gently Weeps,” Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” and Schubert’s “Ave Maria.”$17.50 - $47.50.

Parker Playhouse, 707 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale. 954-462-0222 or parkerplayhouse.com DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS FOLLOW YOUR HEART Featuring Finding Dory, Inside Out and Frozen.

See Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel and other Princesses plus Buzz Lightyear, Woody and The Toy Story gang. Make unforgettable memories with Mickey, Minnie and more Disney friends.

Sept. 15-18. AmericanAirlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Tickets starting at $16. 786777-1000, 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com Sept. 22-25. BB&T Center, 2555 NW 136th Ave, Sunrise. Tickets starting at $16. 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com JIMMY WILLIAMSON ALL STAR BAND Sept. 17. Features artists playing classic hits of jazz, pop and R&B. Lawn chairs, blankets and picnics welcome. 7 p.m. Canyon Amphitheater, 8802 Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach. Free.

561-966-7094 or pbcgov.com Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. RSVP. 561-304-4500

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E.A.T! Sept. 21. “Edible, Artisanal, and Tasteful” is a food-and-drink festival featuring dozens of South Florida’s best-loved restaurants. BB&T Center, 2555 NW 136th Ave, Sunrise. Tickets starting at $85. 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com AN EVENING AT THE COPACABANA Sept. 24. Stage show that mixes Latin dance rhythms and big band swing. Featuring a 10-piece Latin band, exotic show girls, singers, dancers, artist tributes and more. 8:59 p.m.

Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St, Aventura. $45-$50. 305-466-8002 or aventuracenter.org ETHAN BORTNICK THE POWER OF MUSIC TOUR Sept. 25. The 14-year-old piano prodigy from Hollywood plays with his award-winning band, a children’s choir, and local guest artists. Bortnick will also compose music on the spot with suggestions from the audience and answer questions during a special Q&A segment. 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Amaturo Theater, 201 SW 5th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. $35-$50. 954-462-0222 or browardcenter. org 21st Ave., Deerfield Beach. Free. 954-480-4429 or deerfield-beach.com After-School Program Open House. For ages 6-10. 5-6 p.m. at various Broward parks. Free. Find your nearest location at broward.org/parks

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architecture and history, and walk through the theaters.

Noon. Mondays and Saturdays. Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 305-949-6722 Mini Monday Mornings. Ages 0-3. Painting, sand play, story times, and a puppet show. 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. 305-373-5437 or miamichildrensmuseum.org

Small Fry Programs. Ages 3 and up. Story, songs, and crafts. 4 p.m. Tuesdays. Highland Beach Library, 3618 S. Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach. 561-278-5455 Mother Nature & Me. Ages 2-5. Theme: Fishy Friends. Live animals, activities, and a craft. 10:30 a.m.

Daggerwing Nature Center, 11435 Park Access Road, Boca Raton. $4. RSVP. 561-629-8760 or pbcgov.com

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Food Trucks At Artspark. Over 20 different food trucks. 5:30-10 p.m. Mondays. ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Free. 954-921-3500

Mondays Young At Art Play Dates: Art Amazing. Ages 0-5. Included with paid admission. Call for prices. 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Young At Art Museum, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie. 954-424-0085

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Monday Madness Happy Hour. Free face painting. Socks required. 3-5 p.m. Cool Beans, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens. $5.95. 561627-1782 or coolbeansplaycafe.com

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Bedtime Stories. Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bear 6:30 p.m. Miami Beach Regional Library, 227 22nd St., Miami Beach. Free. RSVP. 305-535-4219 Donation Day. Free admission to Lowe Art Museum.

Tour at 11 a.m. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. First Tuesday of month.

Lowe Art Museum, 1301 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables.

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Round Robin Read. Library staff read their favorite children books. 3:30 p.m. Pinecrest Branch Library, 5835 SW 111th St., Pinecrest. Free. RSVP. 305-668-4571 Junior Robotics With Bricks For Kidz. Ages 8-12. 4 p.m. Palmetto Bay Branch Library, 17641 Old Cutler Road, Palmetto Bay. Free. RSVP. 305-232-1771

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IMACS Free Math and Logic Class Weston.

Ages 6-11. See how your children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 4 p.m. IMACS Weston, 2585 Glades Circle, Weston. RSVP. 954-791-2333 or imacs.org Polliwogs. Ages 3-5. Stories, crafts, games and an exploratory hike. 9:30-11 a.m. Hillsboro Pineland Natural Area, 5591 NW 74th Place, Coconut Creek. $5. 954357-5100 or WebTrac.Broward.org Tamarac Food Trucks. 5:30- 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays.

Tamarac Park, 7501 N. University Drive, Tamarac. Free.

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Afterschool Adventures: Crafternoon for Kids. For children in grades 1-5. Creative crafts and art.

3:30-4:30 p.m. Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-262-4543 or sherman.library.nova.edu Tuesday Night Beach Dances. Movie, dancing and more. 7-9 p.m. Main Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE

locker magnets and frame. 3:30 p.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach.

RSVP. 561-894-7500 Sensational Story ‘n More. Ages 2-4. 2-2:45 p.m.

Wednesdays. Schoolhouse Children’s Museum, 129 E Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach. $5. 561-742-6780

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» exhibits for families SUMMER GAMES Through Sept. 4. Explore the world of Olympic Sports, test your skills in a high jump, swimming, cycling, running, badminton, golf, table tennis and more. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. Adults, $20; Florida residents, $15. 305 -373 -5437 or miamichildrensmuseum.org

PAMM’s permanent collection are on view in the three communities. Each community has 10 artwork reproductions clustered within walking or bike-riding distance. Locations: Westwind Lakes Park, Milander Center for Arts and Entertainment, Mayor Roscoe Warren Park and Robert Is Here fruit stand. Visit website for addresses. pamm. org/insideout

CHILDREN OF HANGZHOU: CONNECTING WITH CHINA

A LIFE IN PORTRAITS Sept. 15-Jan. 15. Exhibit of world-renowned, contemporary, American artists, spanning five decades, who have created portraits of art patron and collector, Joan Quinn. Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square, 51 N Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. 561-243-7922 or OldSchoolSquare.org SHADOWS OF THE FLOATING WORLD: PAPER CUTS BY HIROMI MONEYHUN AND TRANSCENDING FORMS: JAPANESE BAMBOO BASKETS Through Sept. 18. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. Adults, $15, ages 6-17, $9. 561-4950233 or morikami.org

Through Sept. 5. Exhibition reveals the modern-day life of China’s young people and demystifies China’s mix of ancient tradition and modern lifestyle. Exhibits will showcase contemporary Chinese artists Ji Zhou, Li Hongbo and Yi Zhou, as well as artwork from students at the Roupu Art Center in Wuhan, China. Young At Art Museum, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie. $12-$14. 954-424-0085 or youngatartmuseum.org WILDLIFE RESCUE Through Sept. 5. Compelling stories of animal rescue, the dedicated people who are taking action and the science that supports their efforts. Museum of Discovery and Science and AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. $15; ages 2-12, $13.

954-463-IMAX, mods.org, or mods.org/imax PAMM INSIDE|OUT COMMUNITY WEEKEND Sept. 3-5. From Roy Lichtenstein to Faith Ringgold and Jose Bedia, 30 reproductions from

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The Three Little Pigs Puppet Show. Ages 19 months-5. 10:30 a.m. Miami Beach Regional Library, 227 22nd St., Miami Beach. Free. RSVP. 305-535-4219 Read To Flora. Children read to therapy dogs. 3:30 p.m. Kendall Branch Library, 9101 SW 97th Ave., Miami.

Free. RSVP. 305-279-0520

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Concerts in the Park. Music, bounce house, food trucks. 6-9 p.m. Second Thursdays of the month. Old Davie School Bandshell, 6650 Griffin Road, Davie. Free.

954-797-1166 Story Time. Ages 6 months-4. 11 a.m. Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954357-7444

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IN THE BEGINNING WAS THE WORD Through Sept. 18. The activist artwork of the rebel-nun/Pop Art pioneer. Corita Kent.

Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum, Florida International University, 10975 SW 17th St., Miami. frost.fiu.edu GROSSOLOGY: THE (IMPOLITE) SCIENCE OF THE HUMAN BODY Through Oct. 11. Based on the best-selling book Grossology, this exhibition uses animatronics and imaginative exhibits to tell you the good, the bad and the downright ugly about runny noses, body odor and more. Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach. Adults, $15; children 3-12, $11. 561832-1988 or sfsciencecenter.org

DRUGS: COSTS AND CONSEQUENCES : OPENING EYES TO THE DAMAGE DRUGS CAUSE Sept. 28-Jan. 16. Exhibit is designed to open eyes to the science behind drug addiction and the countless costs of drugs – to individuals, American society and the world. Museum of Discovery and Science and AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. $15; Ages 2-12, $13. 954-463-IMAX (4629), mods.org, or mods.org/imax THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND: A SECOND CENTURY FOR AMERICA’S NATIONAL PARKS Through Jan. 8. This exhibition considers America’s National Park Service as it enters its second century with a particular focus on South Florida’s four national park sites: Everglades, Biscayne and Dry Tortugas National Parks and Big Cypress National Preserve. Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305603-8067 or coralgablesmuseum.org

VISIT ANYTIME SCHOOLHOUSE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. 129 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach. 561-742-6780 or SchoolHouseMuseum.org SOUTH FLORIDA RAILWAY MUSEUM 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays and 12-4 p.m. Saturdays.

1300 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. sfrmdfb94@gmail.com or SFRM.org OLD DAVIE SCHOOL HISTORICAL MUSEUM 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays. 6650 Griffin Road, Davie.

954-797-1044 or ODSHM.ch2v.com

PIRATES: TREASURE, TERROR AND TALL TALES Through Oct. 22. Plantation Historical Museum, 511 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Free. 954-7972722 or plantation.org/museum

HISTORYMIAMI 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and Noon-5 p.m. Sunday. 101 West Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-1492 or historymiami.org

dren’s Museum, 498 Crawford Blvd., Boca Raton. Call for prices. 561-368-6875 or cmboca.org Road Rascals Car Show. 6-9 p.m. Lake Worth Beach, 10 South Ocean Blvd., Lake Worth. dkey@lakeworth.org, lakeworth.org

Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE 6th St., Pompano Beach.

954-786-4111 or pompanobeachfl.gov Music Under the Stars. Featuring country band Claire Petry. 7-9 p.m. The Great Lawn, Corner of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Blvd., Pompano Beach. 954-7864111 or pompanobeachfl.gov

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Mommy And Me Storytime. 11 a.m. Key Biscayne Branch Library, 299 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne. Free.

RSVP. 305-361-6134 TGIF: Movie Matinee. Godzilla (PG-13). 3:30 p.m.

North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Free. RSVP. 305-625-6424 Family Storytime. Stories, songs, and activities. 4:30 p.m. North Shore Branch Library, 7501 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Free. RSVP. 305-864-5392

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Kids Night Out. Ages 5-12. Games, make new friends, arts and crafts projects, and pizza. 6-11 p.m. Emma Lou

Artspark Funtastic Fridays And Movie Night.

Are We There Yet (PG). Bounce house, face painters and more. Movie begins at 8 p.m. 5-8 p.m. ArtsPark, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Free. 954-921-3500 or visithollywoodfl.org

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Tot Time. Ages 1-4. Toys, costumes, bubbles, crafts, and snacks in an indoor playroom. 10 a.m.-Noon. Sugar Sand Park Community Center, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. $5. 561-347-3900 or SugarSandPark.org Friday Night At The Museum. Ages 7-12. Enjoy pizza, watch a movie, and conduct a science experiment.

6-9:30 p.m. Call for prices. Children’s Science Explorium at Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton.

561-347-3913 or ScienceExplorium.org

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» fairs & festivals MIAMI SPICE Through Sept. 30. Restaurants offer threecourse meals featuring signature dishes created by world-renowned chefs at reduced prices. Visit website for participating locations. Lunch, $23; Dinner, $39. miamiandbeaches.com/special-offers/monthly-deals/ miami-spice-month INTERNATIONAL BALLET FESTIVAL OF MIAMI Through Sept. 11. Features the works of over 100 artists from more than 20 worldwide ballet companies. Dance film series, art exhibits, book presentations, workshops, master classes and six live performances at seven different venues across Miami-Dade County.

Visit website for prices and locations. internationalballetfestival.org FLAVOR PALM BEACH Sept. 1-30. More than 50 restaurants and bistros offer prix fixe menus for lunch or dinner. Various restaurants throughout the Palm Beaches. Visit website for locations. flavorpb. com SIEMPRE FLAMENCO’S FESTIVAL DE CANTE FLAMENCO Sept. 2-4. Festival pays homage to the city of Jerez de la Frontera, the birthplace of flamenco; featuring singers Nano de Jerez, Sara Salado, Miguel Lavi, guest dancer Raul Ortega, and guitarist Jose Luis de la Paz. The Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd.

Miami. $48. 305-949-6722 or arshtcenter.org BRAZILIAN BEAT FESTIVAL Sept. 10. Celebration of Brazilian Independence Day. Brazilian artist and Samba drummers, costumed dancers in a Rio-style parade, and Brazilian cuisine and cocktails. 6-11 p.m.

Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. Free. downtownboca.org THE CHILDREN’S TRUST FAMILY EXPO Sept. 10. Face painters, clowns, stilt walkers, magicians, storytellers, arts & crafts, urban gardening workshops, bounce houses, rock climbing walls, and music and dance performances. Exhibits feature after-school and enrichment programs, nutrition, injury prevention, programs for children with special needs, Pre-K information, KidCare outreach, chess tournaments, a book fair, indoor sports zone, martial arts demonstrations, appearances by well-known characters, mobile units offering community services and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Miami-Dade Fair and Expo Center, Coral Way and SW 112 Ave., Miami. Free. thechildrenstrust.org EAU BABY Sept. 10. Guests will be treated to samples of pregnancy-safe spa products; prenatal mini treatments; a mini prenatal yoga class; baby shower games and raffles to win spa prizes; a diverse panel of speakers on prenatal health and wellness; gift bags; and discounts on prenatal spa services. Breakfast bites are included, and children 5 and older are allowed free access to AquaNuts, the resort’s children’s programming. 8-11 a.m. Eau Palm

Beach Resort & Spa, 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach. $25 with the donation of a pack of 120 diapers. RSVP. 561-540-4960, eauspa.com or concierge@eauspa.com MEET ME IN BOCA RATON Sept. 17. Educational day of free family fun including activities for kids, meet and learn about local businesses and professional services for families, health and wellness, and shopping. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. 561-393-7700 or myboca.us FAMILY STEM: SCIENCE FAIR IDEA-FEST Sept. 17. For school-aged children. Introduction to STEM concepts through DIY activities, demonstrations and experiments. Dress to get messy.

2-3 p.m. Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954262-4600 or sherman.library.nova.edu DAY FOR CHILDREN HEALTH FAIR Sept. 18. For children 15 and younger and their families. NSU’s Health Care Centers will be providing free assessments for hearing and balance, vision, speech-language, dental health, nutrition tips, and more. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. 954-678-2273 or sherman.library. nova.edu LATIN MUSIC & FOOD FESTIVAL OF THE PALM BEACHES Sept. 17-18. Live music, food, kiddie rides, folkloric dance performances, and activities for every age including soccer and domino tournaments and more. Expo Center at the South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach. southfloridafair.com JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL KIDS LOVE AND FAMILY EXPO Sept. 17-18. View the latest in products and local services from exhibitors and sponsors, interactive shows, storybook character meet and greets, photo ops with princesses and super heroes, and stunt shows by the BMX Trickstars. The Museum of Discovery & Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. $13-$15. 954-467-6637, kidslovefamilyexpo.com or mods.org

keegee-Yugnee Park, 3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood. Free for spectators; park entry, $1.50.

954-232-7434 or soarteam.org PALM BEACH MARINE FLEA MARKET & SEAFOOD FESTIVAL Sept. 23-25. Seafood, fishing gear, boating supplies, nautical décor, island music and more. Held in conjunction with the Marine and Wildlife Art Festival and the South Florida Fall Boat Show. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd. Adults, $10; children 12 or younger, free. 954-205-7813 or Flnauticalfleamarket.com SOUTH FLORIDA FALL BOAT SHOW Sept. 23-25. Boat show with display of marine accessories, marine products, hardware, electronics, nautical hardware, clothing, shoes and nautical gifts will on sale. South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach. Ages 12 and over, $10. SouthFloridaFallBoatShow.com CITY OF PEMBROKE PINES FALL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW Sept. 24-25. SW Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave., Pembroke Pines. 954450-6888 or ppines.com PALMCON Sept. 24-25. Celebrity guests and artists, panels, discussions, costume contests, vendors, games and more. Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. $8-$45. PalmCon.net HARVEST FEST Sept. 24-25. Activities for children, craft vendors, local food trucks, live music and a People’s Choice Car Show. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Boynton Beach Mall east parking lot, 801 Congress Ave., Boynton Beach. 561-736-7902 or boyntonbeach.org

BUFFALO BASH Sept. 18. Buffalo creations, thousands of wings, live music, wing eating competition, kids zone, and more. 12:303:30 p.m. Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. $20-$12.

561-393-7700, myboca.us, or facebook. com/faubuffalobash/?fref=ts SYNERGY SERIES – FALL FOR DRAGON BOAT RACING Sept. 19. Dragon boats are colorful, ceremonial canoes over 30 feet long, with 10-20 paddlers led by a drummer and steersperson. The boats resemble Asian dragons and are paddled in fast and furious racing. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. TopeeSEPTEMBER 2016 |

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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, 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables. 305-603-8067 HistoryMiami Family Fun Days. Educational, hands-on activities and kid-themed projects. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. every second Saturday. HistoryMiami, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. Free. 305-375-1492 or historymiami.org

Family Day on Aragon Family And Kid Flix Mix. Admission includes a free popcorn and soda. Second Saturday and Sunday of the month. 11 a.m. Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. $5.

786-385-9689 or gablescinema.com 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

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Back to School Splash Bash. Giant water play area, water slides, bounce houses, music and more. Open to the public. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Equestrian Center, 8350 Ranch Road. Parkland. Free. cityofparkland.org Chess Club. Ages 5-18. For casual play or practice. Raffle prize. 11 a.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Free. RSVP. 954-765-1560 Snap Circuits. Ages 8-13. Create working electronic circuits with hands on kits. 10:30 a.m. Century Plaza/ Leon Slatin Branch Library, 1856 A W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7740 Hollywood West Concert Series. Joel DaSilva and the Midnight Howl. 7:30-9 p.m. Boulevard Heights Community Center 6770 Garfield St., Hollywood. 954-9213404 or hollywoodfl.org/specialevents Pediatric Associates CPR & First Aid Class.

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about your new arrival. RSVP. pediatricassociates.com 12:30-1:30 p.m. Chapel Trail Plaza, 18425 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines. 877-334-5437 12:30-1:30 p.m. The Professional Centre at Pembroke Lakes Mall, 400 N. Hiatus Road., Suite 105, Pembroke Pines. 877-334-5437 12:30-1:30 p.m. Emerald Hills Medical Square, 4500 Sheridan St., Hollywood. 877-334-5437 12:30-1:30 p.m. Royal Eagle Plaza, 9120-A Wiles Rd. Coral Springs. 877-334-5437

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Art-e-ology – Carlos Cruz-Diez: Op Art Designs. Grades 3 to 5. Create art in the style of silverpoint artist Carol Prusa. 1-2:30 p.m. Boca Raton Museum of Art, 501 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. $12; ages 12 and under, free. RSVP. 561-392-2500

IMACS Free Math and Logic Class Boca Raton. Ages 6-11. See how children perform, think and respond to new ideas. 1 p.m. IMACS Boca Raton, 23172 Sandalfoot Plaza Drive, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-4701178 or imacs.org Benefits of Infant Massage. Learn about the power of Infant Massage. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Shoppes at Boca Greens, 19615-32 State Road 7, Boca Raton RSVP. 877-334-5437 or pediatricassociates.com Cruise Night at Packy’s. View classic cars to new cars, DJ music, and refreshments. Second Saturday of every month. 4 p.m. Packy’s Sports Grill, 11379 W. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton. Free. 561-482-0052 Pokémon Gathering. Ages 7-17. Sport your team colors, grab your Pokédex, and join the hunt for Pokémon! Snacks provided. 3 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600

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Barnacle under Moonlight Concerts. Free concert on the second Sunday of the month. September-May Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Highway, Coconut Grove. Free. 305-442-6866 or thebarnacle.org

Family Day on Aragon Family And Kid Flix Mix. Admission includes a free popcorn and soda. Second Saturday and Sunday of the month. 11 a.m. Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. $5.

786-385-9689 or gablescinema.com

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September 11th Remembrance Ceremony.

Distinguished speakers, music and the presentation of colors. 8:30 a.m. Sunrise Public Safety Building 10440 West Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. sunrisefl.gov September 11th Remembrance Ceremony.

Presentation of Colors by the City of Pembroke Pines Police and Fire Department Honor Guards. The Ceremony will include guest speakers and patriotic music. 8:30-10 a.m. Pembroke Pines City Center, 10300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. 954-392-2116 or ppines.com September 11 Ceremony. The city will honor the victims by laying a wreath at the 9/11 Memorial, followed by a special tribute inside the Coral Springs Charter School Auditorium. Almost 3,000 hand-held flags with the names of each of the victims will be on display. 2 p.m.

Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Drive, Coral Springs. 954-344-1147

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ARTful Adventure Sunday – Pencil Drawings. Family program to create artwork, led by experienced art educators. 2-3 p.m. Boca Raton Museum of Art, 501 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. $12; ages 12 and under, free. RSVP. 561-392-2500 or bocamuseum.org 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.

561-347-3900 or SugarSandPark.org

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Preschool Storytime. 10:15 a.m. International Mall Branch Library, 10315 NW 12th St., Doral. Free. RSVP. 305-594-2514 Toddler Storytime. 10:30 a.m. West End Library, 10201 Hammocks Blvd., Miami. Free. 305-385-7135

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RSVP. 954-357-7500

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Roald Dahl!.Party with crafts and games to honor 100 years since the birth of Roald Dahl. 3:30 p.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach.

RSVP. 561-734-5556 Lake Worth Food Truck Invasion. 6-10 p.m.

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

Free. lakeworth.org or foodtruckinvasion.com

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Preschool Storytime. 10 a.m. Model City Library, 2211 NW 54th St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-636-2233

Toddler Storytime. 10:15 a.m. Tamiami Library, 13250 SW 8th St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-223-4758

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Afterschool Adventures: Builders Club. For grades 1-5. Build with LEGO. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.

Free. RSVP. 954-262-4543 or sherman.library.nova.edu Art Time Tuesdays. Art courtesy of Young At Art. 5-7 p.m. Second Tuesday of the month. IKEA Sunrise, 151 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise. 888-888-4532 or ikea.com Family Nights With Food Trucks. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Every Tuesday. Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Free. 954-357-5135

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Music & Movement. Ages 2-4. 10 a.m. The Children’s Museum, 498 Crawford Blvd., Boca Raton. Call for prices. 561-368-6875 or cmboca.org

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Toddler Storytime. 10:15 a.m. Pinecrest Branch Library, 5835 SW 111th St., Pinecrest. Free. RSVP. 305668-4571 Home School Days at Miami Seaquarium.

Pre-K-high school. September theme: “Learning with Lizards.” One parent can attend class with child at no cost.

Register online. Elementary school session, 10 a.m.-noon; middle/high school session, 1-3 p.m. Miami Seaquarium, 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne. Class only, $15; class and park admission, $30. 305-361-5705 ext.

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Back to School Family Open House. Get your library card, take a library tour, and make a library mouse craft. 1 p.m. Walter C. Young Resource Center, 955 NW 129 Ave., Pembroke Pines. Free. RSVP. 954-357-6750 Food Truck Invasion. 5-10 p.m. Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach. 954-357-5100 or FoodTruckInvasion.com

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Knitting Club. Ages 7 and up. Yarn is provided, bring knitting needles. The Children’s Museum, 498 Crawford Blvd., Boca Raton. 3:30-4:30 p.m. $5. 561-368-6875 or cmboca.org Craft Time Program. Ages 4 and up. Story and craft.

4 p.m. First and Third Thursday of the month. Highland Beach Municipal Library, 3618 S. Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach. Free. 561-278-5455

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Kidz Cook’n Class. 4:30 p.m. Cool Beans, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens. Call for prices. 561-627-1782 or coolbeansplaycafe.com Sensational Story ‘n More. Ages 2-4. 2-2:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Schoolhouse Children’s Museum and Learning Center, 129 E Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach. $5.

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guided tour of the permanent collection or temporary exhibitions. 6-6:45 p.m. The Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-531-1001 or wolfsonian.org Target Free Third Friday. The Miami Children’s Museum is free every third Friday of the month. No strollers please. 3-9 p.m. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. 305-373-5437 ext. 100

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Preschool Special. Ages 3-5. Corny Sue the Scarecrow teaches about farms and fresh food. 10 a.m. North Regional/BC Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek. Free. RSVP. 954-201-2600 Movies on the Lawn. “Kung Fu Panda 3.” 8 p.m.

Corner of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Blvd., Pompano Beach. 954-786-4111 or pompanobeachfl.gov

An Evening With The Stars Astronomy Program. Call to check weather conditions. 7:30-9 p.m.

Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road South, Coconut Creek. Free. 954-357-5198 or broward.org/parks

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Pompano Citi Centre Carousel Carnival. Midway games, free carousel rides, art, face painting, School of Rock live performance and more. All attendees will be eligible to enter to win prizes from Pompano Citi Centre.

6-9 p.m. Pompano Citi Centre, 1955 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach. PompanoCitiCentre.com

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Eyes To The Skies. Ages 8 and up. 8 p.m. Children’s Science Explorium at Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. Free. 561-347-3913 or ScienceExplorium.org Evening On The Avenue. Music, food trucks, art, vendors. 6-10 p.m. First and third Fridays. Lake Worth Cultural Plaza, 414 Lake Ave., Lake Worth. lakeworth.org

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Toddler And Preschool Storytime. 10:30 a.m.

Shenandoah Branch Library, 2111 SW 19th St., Miami.

Free. RSVP. 305-250-4688

BROWARD

Model Steam Train Rides. Third Saturday and Sunday of the month. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. Gate entrance fee of $1.50. $1.50 per ride cash only. 954-357-8720 Reading Buddies. Ages 5-10. Practice reading with a teen volunteer. 2 p.m. Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. Free. RSVP. 954-357-8095 Eats N Beats. Music and food trucks. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Pine Trails Park Amphitheater, 10561 Trails End, Parkland. cityofparkland.org Mayors’ Chess Challenge. For all ages. Instructors will help those new to the game. 10 a.m.-Noon. Pine Island Multipurpose Center, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, Davie. 954-747-4600 or sunrisefl.gov/chess

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Family Studio. Full STEAM Ahead! Ages 5-12. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Norton Museum of Art, 1451 S. Olive

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Story Time for Children With Special Needs.

11 a.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave., South Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-482-4554

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Pediatric Associates Breastfeeding Support Group. Join pediatricians who have also breastfed their babies, expectant and nursing moms, for advice and support. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Doral Centre, 9655 NW 41st St., Doral. RSVP. 877-334-5437 or pediatricassociates.com

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Team/Family Shutterbug Photo Hunt. Nature Photography 101 class followed by a photo hunt. 2:304:30 p.m. Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road South, Coconut Creek. $10. RSVP. 954-357-5198 or broward.org/parks Model Steam Train Rides. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. $1.50 per ride cash only. 954-357-8720 Education Meets Community Expo. Crafts, businesses, health demonstrations, vendors, student and local art fundraiser, kids activities. South Florida Academy of Learning, 3700 Coconut Creek Parkway, Coconut Creek.

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 954-979-0712

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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.

561-347-3900 or SugarSandPark.org Sunday on the Waterfront. National and regional recording artists along Flagler Drive waterfront. 4:30 -7:30 p.m. Third Sunday of every month. Meyer Amphitheatre, 105 Evernia St., West Palm Beach. Free. 561- 822-1515 or wpb.org/sunday-on-the-waterfront #TBT - ‘90s Hair Wraps!. Ages 7 and up. Learn to wrap your hair with fun, colored thread and cool gems. 2

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Toddler Storytime. 10 a.m. Sunny Isles Beach Branch Library, 18070 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach. FREE. RSVP. 305-682-0726

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Crafty Kids. Ages 6-11. 4 p.m. South Regional/BC College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Free.

RSVP. 954-201-8825 Mother Goose Time. 10 a.m. Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680

PALM BEACH

Talk Like a Pirate Day. Ages 5-8. Pirate lingo, pirate stories, and make a pirate ship. 3:30 p.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. RSVP. 561-734-5556 Pokéball Painting. Grades 2-6. Paint your favorite Pokéball on a small round canvas. 3:30 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. RSVP. 561-470-1600

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respond to new ideas. 4:30 p.m. IMACS Delray, 6200 Linton Blvd., Delray. RSVP. 561-470-1178 or imacs.org

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Preschool Storytime. 10 a.m. Lemon City Library, 430 NE 61st St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-757-0662

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Hospital, The Family Birthplace, 3501 Johnson St., Hollywood. 954-265-5930 or memorialregional.com Read-Along with Troop 10863. Girl Scouts will be reading to kids in the IKEA Children’s department. 6-7 p.m. Third Tuesday of the month. IKEA Sunrise, 151 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise. 888-888-4532 or ikea.com CHADD Of North Broward Support Group.

Meeting for parents of children diagnosed with ADD/ ADHD. Meet and greet, question and answer session, raffle, and refreshments. 6:30-8 p.m. third Tuesday of the month. Atlantis Academy Coral Springs, 10193 NW 31st St., Coral Springs. 561-603-6154 or 954-752-7571

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Mother Nature & Me. Ages 2-5. Theme: Start Your Garden. Live animals, activities, craft. 10:30 a.m. Daggerwing Nature Center, 11435 Park Access Road, Boca Raton. $4 per child. RSVP. 561-629-8760 or pbcgov.com

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Preschool Storytime. 10:15 a.m. Tamiami Branch Library, 13250-52 SW 8th St., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305223-4758 Mommy and Me at Miami Seaquarium. Ages 2-5. September theme: “Coastal Clean-up Collaboration.”

Register online. 1-3 p.m. Miami Seaquarium, 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne. Parent, $10; $5 per child. 305-361-5705 ext. 207 or miamiseaquarium.com

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Clifford Story Time. Stories and crafts. 10:30 a.m.

Lauderdale Lakes Library/Educational and Cultural Center, 3580 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderdale Lakes. Free.

RSVP. 954-357-8650

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A Walk On The Ashley Trail. Free guided quartermile natural trail through the Butterfly Garden, Coastal Hammock, and Mangroves, to a sandy beach by the Intracoastal. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd Boca Raton. 561-544-8605 or gumbolimbo.org

and more. 10:30 a.m. Riverland Branch Library, 2710 W. Davie Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7455 Rhythm Learning Time. Ages 3-5. 11 a.m. Miramar Branch Library & Education Center, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. Free. RSVP. 954-357-8090

tin Branch Library, 1856 A W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7740 Mayors’ Chess Challenge. Friendly competition for all ages. Instructors can help those new to the game. 10 a.m.-Noon. Weston Community Center, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston. 954-747-4600 or sunrisefl.gov/chess Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live.

Free admission at participating venues, including the Young at Art Museum in Davie. Visit website for locations. smithsonianmag.com/museumday Survivor Island. Ages 8 and up. Learn basic survivor skills with naturalists and compete in challenges. Includes “Taste of the Island” edibles. 9 a.m.-Noon. Deerfield Island Park, 1720 Deerfield Island Park, Deerfield Beach. $8. RSVP. 954-357-5100 or WebTrac.Broward.org

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Bilingual Storytime. 10:15. Pinecrest Branch Library, 5835 SW 111th St., Pinecrest. Free. RSVP. 305-6684571

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Musical Storytime for Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers. Songs, action rhymes, stories,

Night Hike. Naturalist-guided boardwalk tour at night.

Bring closed toe shoes, bug spray and a flashlight. 7 p.m.

Daggerwing Nature Center, 11435 Park Access Road, Boca Raton. $5. RSVP. 561-629-8760 or pbcgov.com

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Thomas And Friends: Explore The Rails. Train crafts, performance by MCM Players, and take a ride on our mini train. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. Adults, $20; Florida residents, $15.

305-373-5437 or miamichildrensmuseum.org Hialeah Health and Literacy Fair. Celebrate Literacy Month with book readings, rides, meal presentations, food, and more. Noon-4 p.m. JFK Library, 190 W. 49th St., Hialeah. Free. 305-821-2700 or hialeahfl.gov Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live.

Free admission at participating venues, including Zoo Miami. Visit website for locations. smithsonianmag.com/ museumday

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Make Fabulous Jewelry. Ages 9- 13. Create beads from recycled paper. 10:30 a.m. Century Plaza/Leon Sla-

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Free admission at participating venues, including the Children’s Science Explorium at Sugar Sand Park. Visit website for locations. smithsonianmag.com/museumday Love Libraries Day with the FAU Owls. Free games and entertainment outside FAU Stadium in Boca Raton beginning two hours before kickoff. 6 p.m. Game tickets $5-$10. bocalibrary.org 75th Lake Worth Library Anniversary. Open House and tour. 3-5 p.m. Lake Worth Library, 15 North M St., Lake Worth. 561-533-07354 or dkey@lakeworth.org

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IDEA@thebass Family Day. Art projects, art explorers, gallery games, and prizes. 2-4 p.m. Last Sunday of the month. Miami Beach Regional Library, 227 22nd St., Miami Beach. 305-673-7530 or bassmuseum.org Art in the Park with Marie. Up to age 8. Create something out on the lawn under the shade of the Banyan tree. Supplies included. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. last Sunday of every month. Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach. Free. 305-673-7256

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GameTime ‘Play Your Way’. Up to five hours of timed play for $10. 7 p.m. GameTime, 5701 Sunset Drive, Suite 330, Miami. 305- 667-4263 or gametimeplayers.com

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Food Trucks At Artspark. Over 20 food trucks.

5:30-10 p.m. Mondays. ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Free admission. 954-921-3500 Mother Goose Time. 10 a.m. Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Free. RSVP. 954-357-7680

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Afterschool Adventures: STEM Fun. For grades 1-5. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. Bass Fishing Workshops. Learn the skills needed to catch more and larger bass, fishing techniques, lure identification, tackle selection knots and more. 6-8:30 p.m.

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what to expect with a new baby. 12:30-1:30 p.m. The Professional Centre at Pembroke Lakes Mall, 400 N. Hiatus Road., Suite 105, Pembroke Pines. RSVP. 877-3345437 or pediatricassociates.com Tamarac Food Trucks. 5:30- 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays.

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Yoga At The Library. 6:30 p.m. Kendall Branch Library, 9101 SW 97th Ave., Miami. Free. 305-279-0520

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Miami Beach Food Truck & Music Fest. Food trucks, entertainment and area restaurants. Free. 5-10 p.m. Fourth Wednesday of the month. North Shore Park Bandshell, Collins Avenue and 73 Street. mbculture.com

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Kid Creators. 6:30 p.m. Aventura Branch Library, 2930 Aventura Blvd., Aventura. RSVP. 305-931-5512

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Bounce house, face painters and more, 5-8 p.m. Gremlins (PG) movie begins at 8 p.m. ArtsPark, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Free. 954-921-3500 or visithollywoodfl.org Family Fun Fridays. Free entertainment, and different activities and entertainers every week. 7-9 p.m.

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Science crafts, activities, entertainment, exhibits, planetarium shows, and a chance to view the night sky in the observatory. This month’s theme includes pet and animal demonstrations and adoptable dogs. 6-9 p.m. Florida Science Center and Aquarium; 4801 Dreher Trail North; West Palm Beach. Adults, $12; children 3-12, $8. 561-8321988 or SFScienceCenter.org

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