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Please e-mail listing information to calendar@southfloridafamilylife.com by the 5th of the month prior to the event date. Include the name of the event, location, address, date, time, brief description, price and telephone number for the public.
Disney Junior Live on Tour: Costume Palooza
BROWARD COUNTY
Sunny Days and Starry Nights
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3
Participate in free museum exploration the first Thursday of every month. 11am-7pm, NSU ART
MUSEUM FORT LAUDERDALE, One East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, www.nsuartmuseum.org
It’s Okay to be Different
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 & 5
Three contemporary stories by Todd Parr come to life onstage. $8.48 and up. Showtimes vary,
BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222 www.browardcenter.org
Family Hayride and Campfire
FRIDAYS, NOVEMBER 4, 11 &18
Have some old-fashioned fun with a hayride, a campfire and a bag of s’mores supplies. Ages 3 and up. $4/person. Pre-registration required. Nov. 4,
REVEREND SAMUEL DELEVOE MEMORIAL PARK, 2520 NW Sixth St., Fort Lauderdale; Nov. 11, QUIET WATERS PARK, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach; Nov. 18, T.Y. PARK, 3300 N. Park Rd., Hollywood www.broward.org/parks
Florida Day of the Dead
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5
A processional of costumed revelers and giant puppets will travel from Huizenga Plaza to Riverwalk.
4-11pm, DOWNTOWN FORT LAUDERDALE, www.dayofthedeadflorida.com
ArtFest
SATURDAY-SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5-6
Event includes a variety of art, vendors, entertainment, activities for the family and more.
10am-5pm, CHARLES F. DODGE CITY CENTER, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines, www.ppines.com
Romeo & Juliet
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 & 6
Miami City Ballet presents this timeless tale of romance and tragedy. $39 and up. Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222 www.browardcenter.org
Camelot Days
NOVEMBER 5-6, 12-13, 19-20
Revisit time gone by at this medieval event featuring jousting, princesses, knights, fairies, crafters, food, games, entertainment and more. $20/adult, $10/ child. 10am-5:30pm, TY PARK, 3300 N. Park Rd., Hollywood, 786-332-0047 www.camelotdays.com
Sunday Jazz Brunch
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Community gathering along Riverwalk with musical entertainment on three different stages, food, and a great family ambiance. Pets welcome. Held regularly on the first Sunday of each month. Free. 11am-2pm, ESPLANADE PARK, 400 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale www.fortlauderdale.gov
Moonlight Movies in the Park
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Bring lawn chairs or a blanket to an outdoor screening of Encanto on a giant, inflatable
screen. 7:30pm, WESTON REGIONAL PARK, 20200 Saddle Club Rd., Weston, 954-389-4321 www.westonfl.org
Children’s Festival of the Arts
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Enjoy displays of art created by kids and teens, music, performances, vendors and more. 10am-4pm, YOUNG AT ART, 8000 W. Broward Blvd., Suite 1208, Plantation, 954-424-0085 www.youngatartmuseum.org
Storybook Festival
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19
An event for children of all ages with storytellers, STEAM activities, arts and crafts, entertainers, performances, scavenger hunt, costume parade and more. 10am-4:30pm, SOUTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY, 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines, www.broward.org/library
Disney Junior Live on Tour: Costume Palooza
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19
Beloved Disney Junior characters and Marvel superheroes join forces for an upbeat, concertstyle show. $25 and up. Noon & 4pm, BROWARD
CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222 www.browardcenter.org
Holiday Craft Show & Green Fair
SATURDAY-SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19-20
The town of Davie hosts a local event with handmade arts, crafts and plants. 9am-4pm,
BERGERON RODEO GROUNDS, 4201 Rodeo Way, Davie, 954-797-1181 www.davie-fl.gov
Winterfest Family Fun Day
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Celebrate the upcoming winter season with free activities and fun. 10am, ESPLANADE PARK, 400 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale, www.winterfestparade.com
Holiday Fantasy of Lights
NOVEMBER 23-JANUARY 1
Get in the holiday spirit while driving through this holiday display of lights. Fee applies. TRADEWINDS PARK, 3600 Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, www.broward.org/parks
Tamarac Turkey Trot
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24
Put your running shoes on and get moving on Thanksgiving morning at the Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run. Runners receive a finisher medal. 7:30am, TAMARAC CITY HALL, 7525 NW 88 Ave., Tamarac, www.runsignup.com
Turkey Trot
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24
Shed some calories before the big meal at this 5K walk/run. 7:30am, LAS OLAS OCEANSIDE PARK, 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, www.turkeytrotftl.com
Christmas on Las Olas
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29
Kick off the holiday season with a winter wonderland of family fun. Free. 5-10pm, 900 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, www.lasolasboulevard.com
Food Truck Wednesdays
NOVEMBER 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
Bring the family, and your appetite, to this food truck event featuring a variety of dishes to choose from. 5-10pm, PELICAN HARBOR MARINA, 1275 NE 79 St., Miami, www.miamifoodtrucksevents.com
Sleepy Alice
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4
This performance keeps the Halloween-theme going with one night of two, one-act tales featuring the Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Alice in Wonderland. Audience members are encouraged to come in costume. All ages. 8pm, PINECREST GARDENS, 11000 Red Rd., Pinecrest, 305-669-6990 www.pinecrestgardens.org
Fall Stargazing
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Gaze at the nighttime sky and snack on s’mores while cozied up by a bonfire. 6-8:30pm, FRUIT AND SPICE PARK, 24801 SW 187 Ave., Homestead, www.redlandfruitandspice.com
Family Movie Night
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 & 5
Enjoy family activities followed by a screening of Encanto. Free. 7-9pm, TOWN CENTER PARK, 17200 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach, www.sibfl.net
Gold Coast Free First Saturday
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Bring the kids for a hands-on history lesson the first Saturday of every month when admission and museum exploration is free. GOLD COAST RAILROAD MUSEUM, 12450 SW 152 St., Miami, 305-253-0063 www.goldcoastrailroadmuseum.org
Kids’ Drawing Class
SUNDAYS, NOVEMBER 6, 13, 20 & 27
Aspiring artists ages 13 and under can learn techniques for bubble letters and characters from a local artist. Free with paid admission. 10-11am, MUSEUM OF GRAFFITI, 299 NW 25 St., Miami, www.museumofgraffiti.com
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9
Explore the woods and wildlife at night during an evening hike followed by a campfire. $15. 7-9:30pm, DEERING ESTATE, 16701 SW 72 Ave., Miami, www.deeringestate.org
Santa’s Enchanted Forest
NOVEMBER 9 – JANUARY 8
Lights, rides, food, games, entertainment and more make this holiday wonderland glow. 7400 NW 87 Ave., Miami, www.santasenchantedforest.com
Disney Princess The Concert
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Celebrate the music that celebrates Disney princesses during this live production. Recommended for ages 6 and up. $35-$165.
7:30pm, ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, www.arshtcenter.org
Family Day on Aragon
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Enjoy a day of family fun activities, arts and crafts, live performances and more every second Saturday of the month. 2-5pm, CORAL GABLES MUSEUM, 285 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables, www.coralgablesmuseum.org
Fall Adventure
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12
A fun-filled weekend with fall backdrops, scavenger hunts, seasonal fruit tastings, tram tours and more. 8am-5pm, FRUIT AND SPICE PARK, 24801 SW 187 Ave., Homestead, www.redlandfruitandspice.com
Miami Book Fair
NOVEMBER 13-20
A hybrid event in downtown Miami and online with scheduled author presentations, workshops and activities. The weekend Street Fair takes place November 18-20. MIAMI DADE COLLEGE, 300 NE Second Ave., Miami, www.miamibookfair.com
Teens Only: Thanksgiving Baking Class
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18
Teens in grades 7-12 can learn how to make sweet treats including apple, pumpkin and pecan pie and participate in a cookie decorating contest. Movies at the Park
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18
Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and head out to see Top Gun: Maverick on an outdoor movie screen. 6pm, DOWNTOWN DORAL PARK, 8395 NW 53 St., Doral, 305-593-6600 www.cityofdoral.com
Gables Bike Tour
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Bring your bicycle and take a guided ride while learning about the history of the area. The excursion begins at the museum and the cost includes museum admission. $10/person.
10am-noon, CORAL GABLES MUSEUM, 285 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables, 305-603-8067 www.coralgablesmuseum.org
Celebrate Thanksgiving
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21
Gather up your little turkeys for stories, songs and activities celebrating thankfulness. Registration required. 5-5:30pm, CORAL REEF BRANCH LIBRARY, 9211 SW 152 St., Palmetto Bay, www.mdpls.org
Turkey Trot Miami
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24
Get active before the big meal at this Thanksgiving Day race that includes a 5K, 10K and Kids Trot. 7am, TROPICAL PARK, 7900 SW 40 St., Miami, www.turkeytrotmiami.com
Rhythm and Dance
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29
Join the fun with a fusion of musical styles to get you moving. Ages 13 and up. 11am-noon,
WESTCHESTER LIBRARY HEALTH AND
WELLNESS INFORMATION CENTER, 9445 Coral Way, Miami, 786-584-4100 www.mdpls.org
Vizcaya Village Farmers Market
SUNDAYS
Visit the historic farm and village as vendors sell homemade food and hand-crafted goods. 9am-2pm, VIZCAYA VILLAGE, 3250 S. Miami Ave., Miami, www.vizcaya.org
PALM BEACH COUNTY
First Friday ArtWalk
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Discover the area’s vibrant art scene as you stroll
DOWNTOWN DELRAY BEACH. The self-guided tour invites you to explore a variety of art galleries, studios and live music entertainment pop-ups along the way. The event takes place from 6-9pm at a variety of locations. An interactive map is available at www.downtowndelraybeach.com
Sensory Saturdays
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Families and children affected by autism spectrum disorder can explore the museum for an hour before the center opens to the public. Lighting and sound adaptions are made during this time. 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, 561-832-1988 www.coxsciencecenter.org
Christmas Tree Lighting
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29
Ring in the holidays with entertainment, games, food and vendors along Atlantic Avenue from 6-9pm, and the lighting of Delray Beach’s 100-foot Christmas Tree at 7pm at OLD SCHOOL SQUARE PARK, 96 NE Second Ave., Delray Beach, www.downtowndelraybeach.com
Mother Nature & Me
THURSDAYS
Little ones learn all about nature through crafts, garden exploration and story time. Ages 5 and under with caregiver. $10/child. 10am-noon,
DELRAY BEACH CHILDREN’S GARDEN, 137 SW Second Ave., Delray Beach, www.delraybeachchildrensgarden.org Animal Encounters
FRIDAYS
Kids can meet one of the resident animals to learn about its behavior and characteristics. 3pm,
SANDOWAY DISCOVERY CENTER, 142 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach, 561-274-7263 www.sandoway.org
