October 2014 by Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine

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08|home sweet tampa Family Friendly-hoods

12|Family Wellness Mind and Body Health

14|something to talk about Recognizing Speech Disorders

12 22|life bank Saving the Umbilical Cord

28|botox baby Not Just for Wrinkles

32|growing pains ADHD Signs in Toddlers

36|Extraordinary woman

16|straight talk When to See an Orthodontist

18|10 Ways to Keep Kids Healthy Simple Tips for All Year

every month 06|Letter From The Editor 08|home guide

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40|stop hovering Let Kids Build Independence

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free fallin' Happy fall! Now that autumn has arrived I hope the cool weather and less rain will shortly be in tow. October also marks our annual Health and Wellness issue and this year, the team has put together a wonderful, comprehensive guide to help your family tackle a wide range of health concerns. On page 14, we’ve gathered information on speech disorders and the long-term effects they can cause children. Speech language pathologist Laura Ciampini of St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital shares the signs to look out for and the best treatments available. Also this month, Dr. Adam Scheiner offers a look at a common cosmetic procedure that was originally developed to treat a serious medical problem. On page 28 you’ll learn more about how botox got its start as a corrective procedure for overactive eye muscles. Our ongoing Extraordinary Woman feature introduces our readers to Dr. Nekeshia Hammond a licensed psychologist. This mother of one and business owner sheds light on how she manages a busy schedule while balancing a healthy family life. As the doctor points out on page 36, it’s not an easy task but one she strives to perfect on a daily basis. For parents who transitioned a toddler into a full-time school schedule this year, some may be experiencing issues with behavior that may point to signs of ADHD. On page 32, licensed clinical therapist Donna Mac breaks down ADHD signs and when to seek professional help. We also compiled some books that could help a child cope with a diagnosis of ADHD. With the recent attention brought on by the NFL’s handling of domestic violence, our friends at ABC Action News are again taking action against this national epidemic that affects more than football players. On page 48, Lissette Campos and Kristin Moore discuss the work that domestic violence shelters and organizations are doing in the bay area. And as always, with the cooler weather comes great family events during the fall and winter. We’ve compiled a complete calendar of all the Halloween and fall events coming up this month for the family. Check it out alongside our monthly Calendar of Events on page 67. Happy Halloween!

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the retreat at carrollwood Just minutes from downtown Tampa, the Retreat at Carollwood features all of the luxury amenities you want in a home with all of the family friendly features you need. The Retreat at Carrollwood is a gated community within walking distance of the Jimmy B. Keel Library and Bearss Groves fruit and vegetable market. Wide open floor plans and outdoor living spaces make this neighborhood ideal for larger families. This neighborhood is built by Standard Pacific Homes and offers a variety of floor plans in ready to build and ready to move in homes. Homes in this intimate community start in the $350,000s. Visit Standardpacifichomes.com to learn more.

historic kenwood in st. petersburg The historic Kenwood neighborhood gives you a break from the hectic modern lifestyle. With a high concentration of craftsman-style bungalows, families will not be in a cookie-cutter neighborhood. Many of the homes date from the arts and crafts movement in the 1920s and 30s, and the neighborhood is listed on the National Registry of Historic Homes. Parents will love the artistic culture of the neighborhood as well as the community events and activities that will make your family feel right at home. Kids will love the parks- there is even a dog park for your fur babies. This neighborhood is near great locally owned restaurants and entertainment as well. For families that want to see more of the city, walking tours are offered monthly and the Bungalow Fest Home Tour is in November. Visit Historickenwood.org for more information and home listings.

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Recognizing speech disorders

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ou take your child for a play date, and you notice that the other babies are babbling, responding to their names, and playing normally, but your beautiful bundle of joy is not quite yet doing those things. What do you do?

According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communications Disorders (NIDCD), 5% of children have noticeable speech disorders, and 6 to 8 million people in the United States have some form of language impairment. For many kids, speech problems are caused by hearing impairments. With the help of audiologists and speech language pathologists (sometimes called speech therapists), some of the problems can be fixed. The earlier you catch the problem the better. “There are some signs parents should look for in their kids,” says Laura Ciampini, MS, CCC-SLP, a speech language pathologist with the Speech and Hearing Center at St Joseph’s Children’s Hospital. “At 6 months, a baby should be babbling and making eye contact. At 8 months, [she] should respond to her name, play, and have some social skills. At 12 months, your child should know two to three words like mama and dada, and she should be imitating the sounds you make. At 18 months, she should be able to form two to three word sentences like mommy play, and at 2, she should know about 200 words.” Ciampini suggests that if by the time your child is 1 to 1½ years old, he is not meeting these benchmarks, discuss it with your pediatrician.

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There also are signs to look for in older kids as well. Some red flags in school-age children are not understanding language, having trouble learning to read or having trouble with directions in school. They may have Auditory Processing Disorder and will need to be brought in for an exam. Ciampini also recommends that parents seek help if their child is having trouble with fluency, such as a stutter. “Kids have a normal stutter pattern when they are younger. It is like their brain is working faster than their mouth can keep up, but by age of 4 or 5, the stutter should diminish,” Ciampini says. If you notice these signs in your children, the first step is to contact their pediatrician. From there, the pediatrician will prescribe a language evaluation or hearing test with a speech therapist and audiologist. The audiologist will conduct tests and determine whether there is a hearing issue, and the cause. Sometimes it can be fluid in the ears. Sometimes the child needs a cochlear implant. The audiologist will diagnose your child and refer her to a speech therapist. The speech therapist will perform a one-hour evaluation, which the parents will observe. Once the issue is determined, most kids come back for two 30-minute sessions a week. “The goal of therapy is to increase speech,” Ciampini says. “We not only teach the child, but we also teach the parents.” In speech therapy, parents are encouraged to observe and sit in to see how to facilitate language in their kids. Therapy also teaches parents how to engage their kids at home to keep them learning

between therapy sessions. During the speech therapy sessions, the therapist may use a variety of techniques or strategies to help your child. For example, they may use language intervention activities such as playing or talking, modeling correct ways to say words. They also may use articulation therapy, where they show the kids how to articulate certain sounds or even feeding and swallowing therapy, which include facial massage and tongue, lip and jaw exercises. There are some things that parents can do at home to help their children’s speech. The most important is to make sure your kids are engaged. Don’t just leave them sitting and playing; talk to them. Read to them. “It is also great to use language for everyday activities, things that you wouldn’t normally explain, especially if you have a 2 or 3 year old. Explain what you are doing. For example, if you are doing laundry talk to them and say, ‘Mommy is doing laundry’ or ‘Mommy is folding clothes’ ” Ciampini recommends. Seeing a speech language pathologist can make a huge difference in your child’s speech and language. The earlier that you start speech therapy the easier it will be for the child. If you suspect any hearing or speech issues with your child, speak to his pediatrician so you can get a referral to a speech language pathologist and/or audiologist if necessary. The Speech and Hearing Center at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital is an option to help get your kids back on track.

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“Early orthodontic treatment, also known as Phase I Treatment, is designed for kids ages 6 to 10,” says Dr. Lauren Lockhart, an orthodontist at several Coast Dental locations in the Tampa-St. Petersburg area. “At this age, we are evaluating for abnormalities in development, addressing any habits, or simply monitoring the development of the teeth and jaws. Bringing your child in at this age may assist in making future orthodontic treatment less complex.” Phase I Treatment can help correct crossbites, underbites, deep bites, open bites and other problems. It also can correct the damage caused by habits like thumb sucking, which can cause a child to have buck teeth. Your orthodontist may recommend your child use a habit appliance to break a bad habit (thumb sucking, sucking on a blanket, sucking too hard on an upper or lower lip). Appliances, such as palatal expanders, help to expand the jaw or, in the case of crowded teeth, help to open the bite and make room for the permanent teeth. There also are appliances that do the opposite; if the teeth are spaced too far apart, the appliances can help close the bite. Phase I Treatment typically lasts 12 to 18 months and can shorten or eliminate the amount of time your child may need braces once all the permanent teeth have developed. Best of all, it places the teeth in a more stable position and can prevent bigger orthodontic problems from developing. Now that gives you and your child something to smile about! Coast Dental offers free orthodontic consultations for adults and children. Image provided by Dear Doctor, Inc. and used with permission.

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ways to keep your kids healthy all year

By Kim Graham, RN

Kids are back in school, which means germs and viruses are spreading like wildfire. With the recent outbreaks of Enterovirus D68, a respiratory disease that causes wheezing and coughing and symptoms that mimic asthma, parents are on high alert for germs.

3. Sleep tight. A good night’s rest is vital for health and well-being. Establish a proper sleeping routine and stick to it. Toddlers need about 12-14 hours of sleep in a 24-hour period. Preschoolers typically need 11-13 hours nightly. Children ages 5 to 12 need 10-11 hours of sleep.

Enterovirus D68 (also called EV-D68) isn’t the only danger to kids. The common cold, the flu, chicken pox, MRSA, whooping cough, and a number of other illnesses that are widespread among children spread incredibly quickly. Many pediatricians also see a sharp increase in upper respiratory infections, sore throats, ear infections, pink eye and even bronchitis during the school year. It can be difficult to treat these illnesses and viruses, so prevention is key.

4. Avoid close contact with anyone sick. Your family may be close, but if one of your kids is sick there is a good chance that it will spread quickly. Try to keep anyone sick, even in your home, away from hugging and kissing your children.

10. Don’t allow sharing at meals. It can be hard to enforce, but sharing food, drinks, silverware or anything multiple people have put their mouths on is an automatic risk, even with family members.

5. Drink something hot. Drinking hot tea and breathing in the steam can stimulate the hair follicles in your nose, which can move germs out of your body faster. Drinking something like hot tea with honey has antibacterial components and lemon water can clear your sinuses.

If your kids are showing signs of any respiratory problems or viruses, make sure to take them to their pediatrician as soon as possible. If they are able to be put on an antibiotic, the spread of germs can be cut down significantly so your kids can be back to having fun this school year.

Here are a 10 ways that Centra Care recommends to help stave off illness and keep children (and yourself) healthy this fall: 1. Wash hands often. The CDC recommends washing your hands for at least 20 seconds to effectively kill germs. Need a timer? Just hum the Happy Birthday song from beginning to end twice while scrubbing your hands. 2. Eat healthier. Healthy eating increases energy and alertness, allowing your child to stay awake and focused during the school day and maintain a healthy immune system. Healthy eating can have the same benefits for parents. Acidic fruit can also stop many viruses in their tracks. Try eating lemons, apples, blueberries, oranges, and even apple cider vinegar.

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6. Relax. Just like you need a good night’s rest, your body needs times to rest while you are awake to maintain a healthy immune system. Take at least a half hour a day to relax and de-stress so that your body can fight off viruses more easily. 7. Clean and disinfect surfaces. Whenever possible, wipe surfaces down with disinfecting wipes. Since we are not able to clean or disinfect every single surface we touch, remember Tip 1 (wash your hands often). 8. Stay home when you are sick. The CDC recommends staying home when you are sick, not only to reduce stress and facilitate rest, but to prevent the spread of germs any further. Only leave home when absolutely necessary, for instance, to see a doctor.

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9. Keep the bathroom hygienic. Germs can live on towels long enough to make kids sick, so make sure to wash your towels regularly. Since viruses can be spread through saliva, make sure to wash hand towels that are used by the whole family often or consider disposable towels for the bathroom.

Kim Graham is a registered nurse and Assistant Director of Nursing for Centra Care. Florida Hospital Centra Care has served Florida for over 30 years and now Bay Area parents can take advantage of Centra Care’s trusted, compassionate care at its three area locations: Brandon/Riverview, Wesley Chapel and South Tampa. Visit any Centra Care and find a caring staff and kid-friendly environment, including pediatric waiting and exam rooms that will make both you and your child feel comfortable. For your convenience, Centra Care also offers onsite labs, X-rays, EKG, stitches, physicals, breathing treatments and immunizations. Centra Care also understands injuries and illnesses can happen at the most unexpected moments so walk-ins are always welcome.Visit www.CentraCare.org for more health tips.

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By Stephanie Pasternak

am holding on to the rail of the hospital bed with my left hand and holding my husband’s hand with my right. “Do you want to touch the head,” my doctor says, but I’m too concentrated on breathing in and out like I learned in my hypnobirthing class. So my first reaction is to shake my head no. Before I have time to reconsider, my doctor is trying to get my attention. “Look Stephanie,” she says, “Look.” I open my eyes and see my son for the first time. She hands me the baby. I enthusiastically take him, wanting to bring him to my chest as quickly as possible to wrap my arms around him, but I feel a yank and my doctor tells me to wait. The umbilical cord is wrapped around his foot. I take a look at the cord. It is shorter than I had imagined and it’s white! It looks so nice and pure. After all, it is the source of life. By then, I had my baby on my chest, and with my husband by my side, we were going through the

difference. The cord can either be thrown away as medical waste or collected for its blood and/or tissue to preserve the stem cells found in it. To me, it’s a no brainer since it’s already been proven that umbilical cord blood stem cells have been used to treat close to 80 diseases with transplants. Also research has revealed a very promising future with stem cell therapies to treat even more diseases. These stem cells can be used to save lives. So if the choice is to save it, you have two options: public or private. Donating it to a public bank costs nothing, but if your child or anyone in your family ever needs these stem cells to treat a disease, your donation will probably not be accessible. It could have already been used or even worse, discarded. According to various sites, a large percentage of donations are never stored because of errors in transportation/processing or simply because the public bank felt the sample was not large enough. Apparently, 80%-90% of all donated samples are simply thrown away. Banking it with a private company or family banking, as I’ve seen it called, costs but those stem cells are yours and yours alone forever. If, God forbid, your child ever needs them, the stem cells are there for you, ready to be used with no wasted time – no searching of the public registries to try and find a match. These cells are a perfect match for your child and a very probable match for siblings and other family members. Also, there is a reduced chance that the body will reject these cells, which is usually one of the major complications of stem cell transplants.

most wonderful emotions you can go through. Just like my mom had once told me, you will never know you can love something so much until you have a child. In the midst of our natural high, my doctor let us know that the cord had stopped pulsating. We knew it meant she was going to clamp and cut it. The Cryo-Cell kit was on the counter ready to be used. After about five minutes of a back and forth between my doctor and the nurse, we were informed it was ready. “That’s it,” I asked. Yes! It was undisruptive, simple, fast, completely safe, painless and yet so significant. It is standard procedure to clamp and cut the cord after delivery no matter what kind of birth you have. So what happens afterward is what makes the

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Yes, there is a cost to banking privately, but I consider it to be like (or even more valuable than) health insurance. If your child contracts a disease, the health insurer will pay the bills but will not make your child healthy again. That is the power of stem cell banking. It can actually save lives! So if you decide banking your newborn’s stem cells with a private company is the right choice for you, you will need to choose one of the many companies out there. All cord blood banks are not created equal; therefore, it is extremely important to go with one with the highest accreditation and a proven track record to ensure the stem cells will be there (and work) if you need them. Stephanie Pasternak chose Cryo-Cell to store her baby’s cord blood stem cells because it adheres to the highest quality standards in the industry, uses the industry’s most advanced processing method and offers a best-price guarantee.

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Cord blood can treat: 1. Leukemias (like acute and chronic Leukemia and pre-Leukemia conditions like Myeldyspastic Syndromes) 2. Lymphomas (including Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma) 3. Anemia (this includes Aplastic anemia and Congenital Dyserythropoietic anemia) 4. Inherited Red Cell Abnormalities (like Sickle Cell disease) 5. Inherited Immune System Disorders (including Severe Combined Immunodeficiency [SCID]) 6. Bone Marrow Cancers (these include Plasma Cell Leukemia and Multiple Myeloma) 7. Pearson’s Syndrome 8. Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) Storage Diseases (including Hunter’s Syndrome and Mucolopidosis II) 9. Inherited Metabolic Disorders (like Osteoporosis) 10. Solid Tumors (like Neuroblastoma and Retinoblastoma)

What's Happening Zoo Boo presented by Florida Central Credit union October means it is time for spooky Halloween fun and what better place to experience a family friendly fright fest than Zoo Boo at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo? The largest Halloween event in the Tampa Bay area, there will be thrills and chills with attractions ranging in scare factor – from haunted houses and trails to fun seasonal displays and lights. This event is great for kids of all ages and parents alike. This year’s theme for Zoo Boo is London Frightmare, featuring turn-ofthe-century England’s most notorious sites and supernatural legends. The event is 7-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday throughout October (runs 7-10 p.m. select nights). www.LowryParkZoo.org.

Florida Hospital's pink Army Join Florida Hospital’s Pink Army. As part of the Pink Army, you can spread breast cancer awareness by enlisting, screening and donating! Upcoming events include the Sister Stroll 2.0 at Florida Hospital Zephyrhills, Pink at the Podium at Florida Hospital Tampa, Making Strides in Pasco and Girls Talk in Pinellas. The Pink Army also will be participating in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Treasure Chests 5K on Oct. 12. Tickets to the 5K are $65 and benefit breast cancer research and patient services. Participants in the 5K also will receive a T-shirt, chipped race bib, beads, and a ticket to the Bucs vs. Baltimore Ravens game. Register online at Bucaneers.com/TreasureChests5K. JoinThePinkArmy.com

Guppyween at the Florida Aquarium Head over to the Florida Aquarium from 4-8 p.m. on Oct. 26 for some spooky fun! Kids are invited to come in costume and trick-or-treat from tank to tank. This family event gives kids the chance to see over 20,000 sea creatures while getting yummy treats and fun entertainment for all ages. The event is free for aquarium members, $5 for kids in costume and $15 for kids 12 and older. FLAquarium.org

Tampa Bay History Center Night at the Museum The Tampa Bay History Center will come alive from 4-7 p.m. Oct. 19, with spooky ghosts, funny flappers, pirates, and even pioneers. This family trick-or-treat event includes a costume contest, crafts, games, and even a Thriller dance contest! Families can board the TECO streetcar for a spooky tour of Tampa’s haunts. Bring a candy bag so the kids can load up on treats. The cost for nonmembers is $9 for kids and $14 for adults. For museum members, the cost is only $7 for kids and $9 for adults. TampaBayHistoryCenter.org/events/night-museum

uSF Women in Leadership & philanthropy 9th Annual Symposium From 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Oct. 17, join USF for the Women in Leadership and Philanthropy symposium. This year’s theme is Dare to Be, featuring Diana Nyad, world champion swimmer, author, and journalist. With a range of sessions from Dare to be Impactful to Dare to Dream, this symposium is an excellent way to connect with other women in the bay area that share your passions and dreams. http://usfweb.usf.edu/ua-wlp/wlp_web/symposium-details.aspx?ID=1261.

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id you know that the first use for Botox wasn’t wrinkles? It was for babies with crossed eyes.

Tampa-based and world-renowned Plastic Surgeon Adam Scheiner knows that Botox has far more uses than just wrinkles. An expert in facial rejuvenation, Dr. Scheiner teaches fellow physicians around the country the inside secrets on Botox and its uses. Long before Botox was used for wrinkles, it was to treat amblyopia (or crossed eyes). The drug was called Oculinum (as in ocular or treatment for the eyes). One treatment was able to help relax overacting muscles, resulting in the straightening of crossed eyes. Often the one-treatment results were long lasting or permanent. The next use for Botox was to treat facial spasms. Many treated for facial spasms reported that their frown and smile lines looked better, which launched the use of Botox for cosmetic purposes. And just like the cosmetic use of Botox happened by chance, the use of Botox to treat headaches occurred serendipitously as well. For years, many women having Botox to help frown lines came back and exclaimed, “Doctor, I don’t know what you did but not only did the Botox make me look better rested and less stressed, my headaches, which I had many times during the month, have gone away!” This was a surprise to Dr. Scheiner, and, with further research, he found that Botox was able to help both migraines and tension headaches. “Botox also is useful for people with extreme sweating (a condition called hyperhidrosis),” says Dr. Scheiner. Despite all these uses, what most people still want to know about Botox is, “Can it help improve the way I look?” “Botox can help soften furrows between the brows so that we don’t appear so mean or stern all the time,” Dr. Scheiner explains. He adds that Botox also can help with facial rebalancing, which is when Botox is used to lift the eyebrows and show off the eyes. According to Dr. Scheiner, as we age, our brows can start to fall into our eyebrow space making our eyelids look heavy. Thus, we look tired. There are two groups of muscles around the eyes, those that raise the eyebrows and those that pull them down. By selectively weakening those muscles that pull the eyebrows down, the muscles that pull them up become unopposed and the brows softly and naturally rise, showing off the eyelids and the eyes, and giving us a softer, refreshed appearance. You might be wondering if Botox is safe. “Botox has been used safely for over 20 years, and if it’s safe enough for children, then it’s safe enough for adults,” Dr. Scheiner says. “I treat my mother-in-law with Botox, and I like her!” Dr. Scheiner is confident that over time more uses for Botox will likely be discovered. And while Botox is safe and effective, it’s important to seek treatment from a physician with years of experience and knowledge, Dr. Scheiner adds. For more information tiredoflookingtired.com.

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n toddlers, “normal” behavior spans a wide range! Therefore, it can be challenging to discern between the normal hyperactivity, impulsivity, inattention, irritability, and aggression that toddlers will inevitably display and symptoms of ADHD. For instance:

• What if a 1-year-old bites her sister? • What if a 2-year-old tantrums in the store when he doesn’t get the toy he wants? • What if a 3-year-old runs around the minivan and won’t stay in her car-seat? • What if a 4-year-old constantly says “NO!” and won’t follow directions? • What if a 5-year-old can’t sit still at the dinner table? These all can be associated with ADHD, but it doesn’t mean the toddler has ADHD since these all can be within normal limits. (This does not mean these behaviors are always acceptable; therefore, some of these behaviors require modification.) In some instances, parents really do need to lower their expectations of what a toddler can and should be able to do. Toddlers are not meant to be miniadults or even mini-children. Therefore, it’s important to remember that it’s normal for a toddler to say, “No.” No means he is trying to gain a sense of independence. It’s normal for a toddler to tantrum when she doesn’t get her way because of the need for immediate gratification associated with an immature frontal lobe of the brain. It’s normal for a toddler to want to run, jump and climb because movement helps the brain develop properly. Toddlers should only be able to focus on an activity from one to 10 minutes at a time, depending on the child’s age. It’s important to note that this doesn’t mean that the child should be able to sit still during that entire time. As the child ages, the range of behaviors considered “within normal limits” significantly diminishes. I bet we can all agree that if a 7-year-old does any of these things, such as biting another person or running around in the minivan while on the highway, it is much more reason for concern than if a toddler does these unacceptable things.

out procedure, which means the clinician will ensure the behavior is not due to a sleep disorder, the externalization of daily stressors or another mental health condition. If all is ruled out, the following are signs of ADHD in toddlers. • Putting self in danger regularly. This is due to novelty seeking, sensory seeking or impulsive behaviors. Examples include hanging over a two-story banister, jumping down an entire flight of stairs or climbing a bookcase. • Putting others in danger by impulsively becoming physically aggressive. This is due to a strong need for immediate gratification. • Struggling to make friends and difficulty with social norms, such as waiting in line, taking turns while talking and sharing toys. • Falling behind in preschool despite interventions in the classroom to help the child succeed. • Daily tantrums of 15-30 minutes (sometimes several per day). During these tantrums, the child loses all rational thought. These tantrums display cognitive, behavioral and emotional impulsivity. Many of these instances will be triggered by minor events that typical toddlers would not react to in this manner. • Overreacting in a positive manner to minor events. This might mean jumping from couch to couch out of excitement, yelling loudly and throwing hands in the air because he gets to go to the park, which might be an almost daily occurrence. This overreacting makes it especially difficult to make the transition to participate in the actual activity because the child can’t calm down. Behaviors have to be measured not only in terms of developmental norms but in proportion to the event: If an 18-month-old goes to the library for the first time, she may run, yell loudly and touch every book out of excitement. However, if she is now 4 and has been to the library on a regular basis and still struggles to sit for the five minutes of story time, there may be an issue. If a child tantrums for 20 minutes because the big trip to LEGOLAND was canceled, that is more normal than if a 4-year-old tantrums for 20 minutes because it’s raining and she can’t go to the pool she goes to almost daily.

So, you ask, “What are actually signs of ADHD in a toddler?”

It’s important not to try and diagnose your child yourself. Schedule an appointment with a reputable clinical therapist, clinical psychologist or psychiatrist who specializes in children if you are concerned.

The toddler’s behavior must showcase a pattern of chronicity, demonstrating the behavior consistently for a period of at least six consecutive months without responding to behavior modification techniques in addition to being intense. There also will be a rule-

Donna Mac is a licensed clinical therapist who has worked professionally with ADHD for 15 years and is mom to twin toddlers diagnosed with ADHD. Her latest book is Toddlers & ADHD: Relief for Parents; A Guide for Clinicians and Teachers.

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they are not alone. They are not the first people to be feeling or experiencing hardship, and they won’t be the last. We need to show our children that they have all the tools they need to get through anything that life offers. Every person experiences a nice mixture of good times and not so good times. That is the nature of life. Keep a Positive Attitude: As our children surf life’s waves, we can help them to try to look for the positive. In any situation, there are positive aspects and not so positive moments. Teach your children to train their focus. They get to decide where they put their attention. Look for the bright side in any circumstance, to the best of your ability, and you can do anything. Our children will be faced with many challenges throughout their lives, but if they can get into the habit of focusing on the brightest side of any circumstance , they can improve the quality of their lives. The more they practice the easier it gets, and the easier it gets the more at peace they will become. Simplicity in Your Present Moment: Which brings me to my final point, look around you and appreciate all the simple, good things in your lives right now. We are so blessed and the more we can look around us and recognize how lucky we are, the more goodness we allow into our lives. We’re never too young or old to learn that lesson. So, as we grow as parents, don’t let moments pass you by that can serve as teaching moments for you and your children. Start now by making positive changes in your own lives so that you can be a positive role model for your children. Listen to the advice of trusted elders. Even though times have changed, people are still people. The basic issues our teens face today are quite similar feeling-wise to those we faced and our parents faced. Just as I hear my mother’s words as plainly as if she were alive and right beside me, someday your children will hear yours as well. Make the most of your time together! Genie Lee Perron is the author of Things I Wish My Mother Had Said…(or maybe she did). Please visit www.genieleeperron.com or www.facebook.com/ genieleeperron for more information.

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ach year, millions of children witness the abuse of a parent or adult caregiver. What they see and hear in a home with domestic violence can affect them in a profound way.

Workers at domestic violence centers across the Tampa Bay area say these children can become withdrawn and attached to the abused parent when they arrive at the shelters for help. “They cry often and express emotions like anger on an increased level,” says Rosa Contreras of the Sunrise Domestic and Sexual Violence Center in Pasco County. “Our children’s counselor works with the mothers and children to work together to be assertive at the same time with their needs. Our advocates work on a daily basis to help the mothers talk with the children about their feelings regarding this new environment and how to cope with this. The children's counselor sets up children's activities on a weekly basis to get the families to interact positively.” CASA (Community Action Stops Abuse) in Pinellas County offers support groups and a summer camp to children at the shelter to help them cope with the traumas they have experienced at home. "By the time they leave, they have made new friends and often do not want to leave,” says CASA Executive Director Linda Osmundson. Domestic violence shelters provide basic needs to children, such as toothpaste, soap and shampoo. The Salvation Army of Pasco County also provides tutoring and assistance with school work. “They have activities and groups that assist them in healing from the violence that they have witnessed and the abuse they have faced,” says Salvation Army Domestic Violence Program Director Lynn Needs. Erica Wiedemann, the director of the Haven of RCS in Pinellas County says they have had nearly 150 children come through their program in the past year. She says monetary donations help provide items for support groups for children who have lived in abusive homes. Comfort items also are in high demand at the shelters. “Soft blankets and pillows are a welcome surprise for children who are scared and have very little,” says Shannon Sokolowski, executive director of the Dawn Center in Pasco County. “We collect these items for children to keep as their own and also indoor and outdoor play toys and bikes for all children to use together.” Now we can all help the Tampa Bay area shelters provide healing services for children. Through an online effort called Get2Zero, you can make a donation to your local domestic violence shelter. Monetary donations can help children by providing hygiene products, clothes, school supplies and items for support groups and shelter programs. Here’s how Get2Zero works. Go to abcactionnews.com/dv. Click on the donate button. This will link you to the Get2Zero site, where you can donate to the domestic violence shelter of your choice. ABC Action News will be hosting a telethon beginning at noon on October 22nd to raise money for local domestic violence shelters with a special one-hour presentation at 7 p.m. Lissette Campos is director of community affairs and host of ABC Action News’ Positively Tampa Bay. Kristin Moore is special projects producer for ABC Action News.

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Shop Designer Clothes, Decor for Less Area families are invited to browse fall fashions at a fraction of retail cost at an upcoming children’s consignment event, featuring clothing, toys, room decor and more. The fall Shop My World kid’s consignment event runs Oct. 16 through Oct. 18 at Bayshore Baptist Church. The event will feature popular brands such as Gymboree, Baby Gap, Ralph Lauren, Janie and Jack, BOB, Graco, Fisher Price and Pottery Barn Kids. Shoppers can expect to find fall and winter clothing, toys, equipment, children’s room decor and accent furniture, bedding, accessories, maternity and items from select local vendors from the Tampa Bay area.

dates: oct. 4, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Cub Scouts Showman Activity Badge Workshop Hosted by Music Showcase in Brandon, participate as a den or individually and learn about arts activities, from puppetry to music to drama, and earn a showman activity badge and music belt loop. Cost: $12. Register online. www.musicshowcaseonline. com

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South Tampa moms Tracy Frye and Kristin Murphy are founders of the event. Frye says they are excited to bring their premier kid’s consignment concept to area families in what she and Murphy call a fun, fashionable and clean bargain-hunting experience. “This is not a garage sale,” she says. “You can expect great deals on upscale items.”

Fresh Market at Hyde Park Village Shop organic products, gourmet foods and handcrafted items from more than 70 vendors. Listen to live music and check out The Kids Market to support young entrepreneurs. Free admission and parking. www.hydeparkvillage.net

Admission to the consignment event is free. A presale is open to consignors, volunteers, military and new moms on Oct.16 and requires guests to preregister at www.smwsale. com to attend. Regular sale hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 17 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 18.

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Individuals interested in selling items must register on the event website. Consignors asked to price their items and drop them off in advance and need not be present at the sale. They receive 60 percent of their total sales and the opportunity to receive up to 70 percent by volunteering to help at the event. Consignors also receive passes to shop the private presale on Oct. 16. Visit www.smwsale.com for more information.

School open Houses For parents interested in gathering information about area private schools, here is a roundup of this month’s events. 5 p.m. Sept. 30 at Bayshore Christian School, (prek 3 through 12), 813839-4297, Ext. 350, www.bayshorechristianschool.org 2 p.m. Oct. 19 at Berkeley Prep (grades 6-12) and 9 a.m. Oct. 21 (prek through 5), 813-8851673, www.berkeleyprep.org.openhousetbp 7 p.m. Oct. 22 at Tampa Prep (grades 6 through 12), 813-251-8481, www.tampaprep.org/ openhouse

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The Spring of Tampa Bay Benefit Attend this luncheon hosted by Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in Tampa to benefit The Spring’s efforts to raise awareness and support victims of domestic violence. Participants can dine in or order takeout. Tickets: $25 (choose from two lunch options). www.thespring.org

oct. 11, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Dream Crop Scrapbooking Event Gather friends and family for a day of scrapbooking at Egypt Shrine Activity Center in Tampa. Food and beverages available as well as goodie bags, Take n’ Makes, door prizes and an auction, with proceeds to benefit the Children’s Dream Fund. Cost: $65 deluxe and $100 VIP. www. childrensdreamfund.org

oct. 14 and 28, various times MOPS Hyde Park Meetings Join Mothers of Preschoolers at Hyde Park UMC for fellowship, support and resources to learn and grow. Meetings are 9:30-11:30 a.m. or 6:30-8:30 p.m. Child care is available. No RSVP required. www.facebook.com/hydeparkmops/info

oct. 25, 8 a.m. Blueberry Stomp Mud Run Get ready for this annual run through the Keel and Curley Winery in Plant City. Event includes a mud run and 5K open to beginner and intermediate runners. Cost: $19.99 kids and $39.99 adults. Register online. www.active.com (enter blueberry stomp mud)

Florida Hospital to unveil New Er

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Florida Hospital Tampa has been the site of much construction and renovation over the past few years, including upgrades to the campus buildings and hurricane readiness and an expanded Women’s Health Pavilion. After two years and $53 million, the hospital’s latest unveiling is set for this fall – its state-of-the-art emergency room.

Foursomes 4 Food Oldsmar Cares Golf Tournament Sign up for this inaugural event at The Eagles Golf Club in Odessa. Fees: $80 per golfer (includes 18 holes of golf, cart, dinner and chance at prizes). Event features a drawing and auction. Proceeds benefit Oldsmar Cares. www.oldsmarcares.org

The community is invited to a grand opening event Nov. 2 to see the facility. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the free celebration will offer guests guided tours and a variety of family friendly activities, including inflatables, face painting, a train, firetruck/ambulance exploration, games, and a DJ. “The excitement surrounding our new ER is a combination of process and design that are married together to deliver an emergency room experience the Tampa Bay area has never seen before,” says Brian Adams, president and CEO of Florida Hospital Tampa. Located between the Women’s Health Pavilion and Pepin Heart Institute, the new 42,500 square-foot ER is three times larger and features 48 all-private, spacious treatment rooms, with family accommodations, including seven all-private pediatric treatment rooms, eight observe care spaces and four additional treatment/holding spaces. It also features dedicated emergency room CT, radiology and ultrasound imaging. There is also a new state-of-the-art ICU Tower, featuring 22 rooms. “At Florida Hospital Tampa, we’ve been working hard to transform our hospital by expanding our services, renovating our hospital facilities and creating a better overall patient experience. Our commitment to building a healthier community can be seen around every corner,” says Shane Cimock, marketing manager for Florida Hospital Tampa. One of the new facility’s most intriguing additions is the use of a new technology within the pediatric treatment rooms designed to reduce patient anxiety. “Philips’ Ambient Experience Technology gives patients a sense of control and provides distraction from what can be a very scary experience.” Cimock says.

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oct. 11, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Northdale Fall Community Garage Sale Browse this annual community event or clear out closets for some cash. Participants are listed on an online treasure map so shoppers can plot their route before they go. www.northdale.org

oct. 12, noon - 3 p.m. Westchase Family Field Day 2014 Bring the whole family for a day of friendly competition at Westchase Recreation Center. Registration fee: $400 per 6-10 member team. Proceeds benefit Friends of the County Parks and The Toby Hall Foundation. Register online. www.formstack.com/forms/ ClubSport-westchasefieldday

oct. 15, 8:30 a.m. Corbett Prep Admissions Open House Learn about programs available for students in grades PreK3 through 8 at the Tampa school. Take a tour and meet staff. www.corbettprep.com

Visit www.fhtampa.org/newER for more information.

oct. 19, 1 p.m.

Busch Gardens unleashes Fury

Carrollwood Day School Open House Get information about the International Baccalaureate programs at the Bearss Avenue Campus. RSVP at lmcdermott@carrollwooddayschool.org or call 813-920-2288. www.carrollwooddayschool.org

After weeks of thrilling lucky guests, North America’s tallest freestanding drop tower, Falcon’s Fury, officially opened Sept. 2 at Busch Gardens Tampa. Falcon’s Fury stands at 335 feet and takes riders soaring 60 mph straight down.

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At the ride’s highest point, Busch Gardens features an element of surprise for riders like the ride’s bird of prey namesake. Riders will pivot 90 degrees in midair to a face-down dive position and an instant later, plunge with speed and power not likely experienced on any ride before. “We know guests from around the world have been waiting to experience this one-of-a-kind thrill ride, and we are excited to officially invite those guests to ride Falcon’s Fury,” says Park President Jim Dean. Go to www.buschgardens.com/tampa for more information about Falcon’s Fury and other attraction rides or for the latest park updates.

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War of the Worlds MAS Community Theatre offers a live stage production of the original Mercury Radio Theatre broadcast from 1938 when radio listeners were shocked by breaking news alerts of Martian sightings. Tickets: $10-$16. www.carrollwoodcenter.org

oct. 20, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Health-o-ween Join the helpful staff at the BayCare Outpatient Center in Westchase for a special day of free health screenings and fun autumn activities for the entire family. To preregister, call 813-443-2083

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the Faces of Mental Health Faith Community Nursing at St. Anthony’s will host a free seminar, The Many Faces of Mental Health, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 10 at Pasadena Community Church in St. Petersburg. “Statistics show that about 600,000 adult Floridians are living with mental health disorders,” says Deborah Rivard, Faith Community Nursing manager. “That doesn’t take into account the children and teens who also are affected by these illnesses. We want to take away the stigma of talking about these issues and provide caregivers with valuable resources that they can use to help those who are suffering with mental illness.” Gail Ryder, vice president of BayCare Behavioral Services, will give the keynote address, Mental Health: Finally, a National Conversation! The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently announced that nearly $55 million in Affordable Care Act funding would be given to support health centers around the country and in Puerto Rico to establish or expand behavioral health services. Other speakers include Michele Cole of Tampa Prep; Martha Lenderman, MSW; exercise physiologist Jeanmarie Scordino of BayCare Wellness Centers and clinical pharmacist Katherine McMichael, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP, in Behavioral Health at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Health care vendors also will present mental health resources, and a continental breakfast and lunch will be served to guests in attendance. Faith Community Nursing has been a part of St. Anthony’s Hospital since 1991 and promotes health and healing practices from a faith perspective by encouraging healthy lifestyles and helping people understand the relationship between lifestyle, faith and wellbeing. For more information about the event and to register, call 727-825-1709.

Are We losing our boys? The Pinellas Education Foundation invites parents to attend its next Education Symposium presented by The Junior League of St. Petersburg, St. Pete College and the Pinellas County Council PTA. Are We Losing Our Boys takes place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 28 at the St. Petersburg College Seminole campus. The event, which is free, features a panel of area educators and community members discussing a range of topics that are affecting today’s boys and the ramifications. Families can visit the foundation website to check out presentations by Jim Myers and a panel of experts, as well as take a short, 12-question Achievement Gap IQ quiz, providing statistics as they relate to male students in education. The Pinellas Education Foundation is a not-for-profit, 501(C) 3 organization comprised of business and community leaders. The Foundation is focused on advocating for public education reform, creating programs to improve student and teacher performance, and raising funds for scholarships, grants and teacher recognition. Learn more at www. pinelasseducation.org.

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dates: oct. 11, 11 a.m. Annual VIP Golf Tournament for All Children’s Tee off at this annual benefit for the All Children’s Hospital Foundation hosted by Pasadena Yacht and Country Club. Event includes drawings and prizes for golfing and putting contests. Cost: $85 per golfer (includes greens and cart fees, lunch, range balls, gift bag, awards and banquet). Call 727-422-6217.

oct 11, 1 - 4 p.m. Largo Fire and Rescue Open House and Chili Cookoff Bring the kids for a fun open house hosted by Largo Fire Station 41, featuring engine rides, K-9 and Jaws of Life demonstrations and station tours. Free to attend. Chili tasting and refreshments available (donations welcome). All proceeds benefit the Children’s Burn Foundation of Florida. Call 727-587-6737.

oct. 12 - 19, various times Localicious Week Get a taste of St. Petersburg cuisine at this inaugural event hosted by Keep Saint Petersburg Local, with foodie events all week (potlucks, cheese throwdowns, treat trolley hops, beer farmer’s markets). www.keepsaintpetersburglocal.org/ localicious

oct. 15, 11 a.m. Passport to Fashion Luncheon and Fashion Show Attend this fashion event at The Club at Treasure Island, which benefits programs and services at St. Anthony’s Hospital. Tickets: $50 (include social hour, lunch, fashion show by White House/Black Market and Sacino’s and valet parking). Call 727-448-7119.

oct. 18, 9 a.m. One Small Step for Prader-Willi Syndrome Support this fundraiser at Eagle Lake Park in Largo that includes a 5K relay, drum circle and 1K walk. Day includes games, prizes and drawings. Register online. http://onesmallstep.fpwr.org/dw/walking/ location/1083

oct. 25, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Country Jubilee Start your holiday shopping early at this flea market in Largo’s Heritage Village, featuring books, handmade holiday crafts, paintings, jewelry and stained glass. Listen to music, tour historical homes and see crafts demonstrations. Free admission. www.pinellascounty.org/heritage

Free Family Event

Thomas the Tank Engine TM is coming to Tampa Bay! Thomas the Tank EngineTM is pulling into the station. Don’t miss the opportunity to meet the Really Useful Engine and get your photo taken! Be sure to bring your camera to capture the special day!

Thomas the Tank EngineTM at Glazer Children’s Museum Tuesday, October 7, 2-7 p.m. FREE! (Courtesy of the Target) For more information, visit glazermuseum.org/events/free-tuesday or call (813) 443-3861. Remember, children must be accompanied by an adult and adults must be accompanied by a child.

Watch THOMAS & FRIENDS weekdays at 1:30 p.m. on WEDU+ (Antenna 3.4, Bright House 605, Comcast Xfinity 203, Verizon FiOS 476 and WOW! 137).

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Catch a free family movie

dates: through oct. 19, various times

This month, will feature Mary Poppins (Oct. 3), The Muppets (Oct. 10), The Blind Side (Oct. 17), Ghostbusters (Oct. 24) and Hotel Transylvania (Oct. 31). Downtown Dunedin’s Trick or Treating tradition along Main Street and Broadway Avenue is 5-8 p.m. Oct. 31.

Land of the Lost Art Exhibit Check out the most recent exhibit in the Kokolakis Family Youth Gallery before it leaves the Dunedin Fine Art Center’s David L. Mason Children’s Art Museum. See work from young summer camp artists as they capture worlds below the surface of the earth, both real and imaginary. www.dfac.org/tbp

For more information, visit www.dunedingov.com or call 727-812-4530.

oct. 11, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Mentors, tutors in demand

Junk in the Trunk Head to Safety Harbor Community Center to get rid of unwanted items by selling them to others. Cost: $10 per space or $5 per table. Reserve a spot at 727-724-1530.

Pinellas County Schools is looking for dedicated, caring individuals who are willing to mentor or tutor students or volunteer in other ways.

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Pack up blankets and lawn chairs to take advantage of this fall tradition in downtown Dunedin. Film in the Park returns to Pioneer Park every Friday night this month. Admission is free. Concessions available for purchase.

The public is invited to a Mentor Recruitment Fair from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 13 at the Feather Sound Country Club in Clearwater. The event will give interested individuals the chance to learn about volunteer opportunities around the district. Attendees can register to volunteer, obtain a background and level 2 screening, attend one of four one-hour mentor workshops and be matched with a student at the school of their choice.

Dayspring Academy 2014 Gala This semi-formal masquerade ball, hosted by Dayspring Academy and Ed’n Arts Productions, at Innisbrook Golf and Country Club in Tarpon Spring features a four-course dinner, cocktails, concert and silent auction to support education and the arts. Tickets: $100 (available online). http://dsa.ticketleap.com/2014-gala--/

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Michelle Roberge, PCS coordinator of family and community relations, asks members of the community to consider supporting the district by mentoring a Pinellas County student. “All children need and deserve at least one adult in their life who will listen to them and guide them and cheer for them,” Roberge says. “Mentors truly do change lives, and even a small investment of time can provide a lifetime of rewards.”

Sunday Fun Day Stop by Dunedin Public Library’s Storytime room for a fun make and take craft activity. Event is free and open to kids and their families. Call 727-298-3080.

To register for the fair, call the Office of Strategic Partnerships, Family & Community Relations at 727-588-5050 or email Michelle Roberge at robergem@pcsborg.

oct. 25, 8 a.m.

Area high schools recognized nationally Earlier this year, U.S. News & World Report compiled a ranking of high schools across the country for their college readiness resources and programs. Palm Harbor University High ranked 28th in the state and 481st nationally for students’ college readiness and proficiency in mathematics and reading. A recent report by the Daily Beast ranked Tarpon Springs High 651st nationally for high graduation rates and SAT/ACT scores and college readiness.

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Inaugural East Lake Fire Rescue 5K Sign up for this run/walk through the East Lake community in Palm Harbor, ending at Fire Station 57. For a special discount code for multiple family members, email SuzaneeHensleeTriathlon@ gmail.com. Registrants receive plastic firefighter helmets, free post-race meal and race T-shirt with a Touch a Truck Party to follow. Register online. www.727canrace.com.

oct. 25, 8 a.m. Canines, Wines, and Felines Sample local wines as part of a benefit hosted by Murielle Winery in Clearwater for Pinellas County Animal Services. Check out food trucks and listen to music. For a $10 donation, guests will receive a take-home glass. Call 727-561-0336.

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Event aids homeless, at-risk vets

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Homeless Veterans and those at risk of becoming homeless are the targets of a Stand Down event Oct. 24-26 in Hudson. According to the Coalition for the Homeless of Pasco County, there are more than 1,400 homeless living in Pasco County. The 2014 Pasco County Stand Down, Veterans Transitioning Home, is a three-day event meant to connect homeless and those veterans at-risk of services to bring relief.

Wiregrass Rancher Kids Club Head to center court at the Shops at Wiregrass for Wednesday fun. My Gym leads activities to help kids develop physically, cognitively and emotionally (Oct. 1). Mr. Tommy leads sing-alongs (Oct. 8 and 29). Drum Magic delivers rhythm and beats (Oct. 15), and Kids Club Energia Studio pumps up the kids with yoga and Zumba (Oct. 22). Free. www.shopsatwiregrass.com

“The Stand Down is meant to connect our veterans in need with the resources necessary to make it on the civilian streets,” says Brian Anderson, veteran and co-organizer of the event. “Many of our veterans face an uphill battle. We want them to be able to take care of the issues that may contribute to them being homeless, like substance abuse, unemployment and posttraumatic stress.” This will be the third year One Community Now has organized the Pasco Stand Down. Corporate sponsors include Saint Leo University, University of South Florida College of Nursing, HCA West Florida Division: Medical Center of Trinity and Regional Center Bayonet Point, American Legion Paradise Post 79, American Legion Post 275 Family, Holiday VFW 10167, Ferman Auto, and Millian-Aire Air Conditioning. A variety of services will be made available to participating veterans, including medical and dental services, hot meals, showers, haircuts, legal assistance, yoga, counseling services and treatment options for addiction, mental health and vocational rehabilitation. “We are grateful to have the community support to put on this event,” Anderson says. The Stand Down event begins 4 p.m. Oct. 24 and runs through 3 p.m. Oct. 26 at Veterans Memorial Park in Hudson. This is a free event for homeless and at-risk veterans and their families. Veterans from Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough and Hernando counties are encouraged to preregister at www.pascostanddown.org.

Learning Coalition promotes excellence The Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties hosts its annual conference focused on early childhood development information and practices in early education, infant mental health, family involvement, child care and social work.

oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 10 - 11 a.m.

oct. 6 and 27, 10:30 a.m. - noon Coffee and Conversation Have a coffee and learn about Academy at the Lakes at the Tampa Palms Swim Clubhouse in Tampa (Oct. 6) and the Seven Oaks Community Center in Wesley Chapel (Oct. 27). www. academyatthelakes.org

oct. 17 - 19, various times Camping with the Blues Sleep under the stars while listening to blues music in support of the Sertoma Youth Ranch in Brooksville. Performers include Johnny Rawls, Albert Castiglia and the Betty Fox Band. Reserve camp online. www.campingblues.com

oct. 18, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Autumn Art Walk Stroll historic downtown New Port Richey and shop original works of art while enjoying to live music. Event also includes local food vendors, art demonstrations and kids’ activities, including face painting and a Kidszone art corner. Free admission. www.nprgallery.com

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Passport to Excellence is open to the public and is 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 25 at Bishop McLaughlin High in Spring Hill. Keynote speaker Jeff Johnson, author and owner of Explorations Early Learning in Iowa, returns with his presentation Are You Ready, which focuses on preparing early educators to create, nurture and sustain healthy emotional environments.

Dancing with Our Stars 2014 Root for your favorite Pasco stars at the Center for the Arts at Wesley Chapel as part of this popular annual fundraiser for the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce. Purchase tickets online. www.centralpascochamber.com

This year’s conference also will feature local, regional and national presenters. Last year, over 1,000 child care professionals and community members from across the state attended the conference.

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Tampa Prep Golf Outing Tournament Hit the links for a scramble tournament at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel. Proceeds benefit students receiving financial assistance through the school’s Alumni Financial Assistance Fund. www. tampaprep.org/go-register

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Each day at the Y, families are coming together to get healthy. Kids are engaging in physical activities, learning social skills and building selfconfidence. Parents are enjoying working out in our wellness centers and participating in group fitness classes while knowing their children are in a safe, nurturing environment. Join the YMCA today for a healthier outlook. Download your free guest pass today at www.ymcatampabay.org.

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Can Your family outfox this Corn Maze?

dates: oct. 9, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Single R Ranch invites Polk and East Hillsborough families to come out for their 3rd Annual Fall Festival Event and its popular Fox Squirrel Corn Maze, located in the heart of cracker country in Plant City on the Single R Ranch. Visitors can spend a day exploring the ranch’s natural surroundings which include live oaks and pine trees and meet up with nearby animals roaming the land including wild turkeys, deer, hogs, cattle and even the event’s namesake “Sherman the Fox Squirrel.”

Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tasting Buy a glass from the Main Street Winter Haven table in downtown Winter Haven and stroll throughout area merchants who will have either wine and chocolate or a wine and cheese pairing at their shop. Cost is $10 for the

The maze is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 3 through Oct. 26 at the ranch located at 3002 Charlie Taylor Road in Plant City. Families coming out to this year’s event can enjoy tractor-pulled hayrides, a beautiful pumpkin patch to peruse for their next jack-o-lantern and a variety of games, such as badminton, volleyball, duck races, rope a steer, corn boxes and horseshoes. This year’s event also features unique vendors, including a balloon artist who can create anything from cows and penguins to characters like Ariel the Mermaid and the Hulk. Another fun adventure for guests is the Butterfly Experience, where visitors can enter an enclosure and see how many butterflies will land on their nose! Food vendors will be available offering hamburgers and hot dogs, fried pickles and plenty more fried fare.

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To learn more about this year’s event, go to www.foxsquirrelcornmaze.com.

polk Students Show Algebra Improvement

Polk County students who enrolled in a summer program to receive extra help with algebra have shown significant improvement in their mathematical skills, according to testing data recently shared by Polk County Schools. More than 200 students took part in six weeks of instruction and were tested using Florida’s end-of-course assessment for Algebra 1, which measures students’ proficiency in algebra and must be passed in order for students to graduate. Testing results showed that 47.4 percent of students in the algebra summer program who previously scored in the two lowest categories on this assessment improved to a passing score and are considered proficient in the subject. This compares to a state average of 31 percent pass rate for students retaking the end-of-course assessment for Algebra 1. Also, 13 students in the summer learning program scored an Achievement Level 4, which is considered high achieving.

Hit the pavement for Fido Sign up the whole family for a fundraiser race beginning at the Lakeland Yacht and Country Club and continuing around beautiful Lake Hollingsworth as part of this year’s Hoofin for the Woofin 5K in Lakeland. Walkers are welcome to join in this event being held at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17 and benefiting the Florida SPCA. Following the race, participants can enjoy food and drinks and stay for an awards ceremony. Plus, animals currently available for adoption from the Florida SPCA will be joining in the fun and there to meet potential families. Awards will be given out to the top overall male and female participant as well as top two in ten different age groups, including age 10 and under, as well as age 70 and older. To register, go to www.active.com and search for it by event name. Fees are $20 advance and $25 day of event. For more information about this 14 year’s event, call 863-688-8551.

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Annual Holiday Bazaar Stock up on beautiful decorations and gift items for the holidays to come at Hope Presbyterian Church in Winter Haven. Browse everything from not-too-scary Halloween decorations to collectible Christmas ornaments. For more info, call 863-324-6382.

oct. 11 and 25, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lake Wales Downtown Farmer’s Market Shop for homegrown, fresh produce and other local goods, including handmade items at this monthly Farmer’s Market held the second and fourth Saturday in Market Square between Stuart Av. and Park Av. in Lake Wales. Free. For info, call 863-455-4219.

oct. 18, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Boktober Plant Sale Browse this popular annual sale featuring more than 40 plant vendors from around Florida at this event during Boktoberfest at Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales. Free admission to the plant sale. ww.boktowergardens.org

oct. 18, 7 - 10 a.m. Pink Out at the Rock Sign up for this Breast Cancer Awareness Color Run at Tenoroc High School in Lakeland. Portion of proceeds will be combined with other fundraisers at the high school for Susan G. Komen Foundation. Cost is $15 advance and $20 at event. 863-614-9183

oct. 23 - 26, various times Central Florida NatureFest 2014 Get in touch with the great outdoors as part of this special celebration of Mother Nature with activities scheduled at parks across Polk County, including the Lake Wales Ridge State Forest, and Disney Wilderness Preserve. www.visitcentralflorida.com/nature-fest.

oct. 26, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Splash-In at LEGOLAND Florida Come out for a fun-filled day of fun at the Winter Haven water park with 100% of ticket sales to benefit the Lakeland Area Chamber Foundation. Tickets are $5 (cash or check) and available at the Chamber office. www.lakelandchamber.com

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Dolphin Tale 2 star Caroline Cole and her mother Marie at the movie’s premier at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater.

David Estevez, Annie Cheek, John Wolf and Michael Stanton at Tampa Theatre’s Month Python and the Holy Grape Wine Fest.

Angela Ardolino, Bevan GrayRogel, Michelle Norris, Lisa G. Jabobson and Betsy Irizarry at the 2014 Working Women State Conference.

David Bly, Mariano Lopez, Donald Bly, Brad Brewer, Darin Blatt, Sean Carr, Andrew Lai George Root, Dan Bergin and Auroa Kaykendall at the Cheval Cares 5k Run/Walk in support of the Pediatric Cancer Center.

Jessica Rivelli and Angela Ardolino at the 2014 Working Women State Conference.

Dr. Amponsah, M.D., Rhonda Turnage – manager, Dr. Bhatt, D.O., Dr. Schwaid, D.O. and Dr. Felix, M.D. of Centra Care at Raymond James Stadium.

Dr. Adam Scheiner, Angela Ardolino and Jim Henning at Fashion Week Tampa Bay.

Angela Ardolino and Nina Mahoney of International Plaza at Fashion Week Tampa Bay.

Rachel Ward of Gemara’s Gems and Wendi Braswell wardrobe stylist enjoying Fashion Week Tampa Bay.

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Pamela Michaels and her daughter Payton show off their race medals at the Cheval Cares 5K Run/Walk in support of the Pediatric Cancer Center.

Fashion Week Tampa Bay took over the Glazer Children’s Museum and let kids design their own line of cute clothes.

This fashion forward dude shows off his couture mask at Fashion Week Tampa Bay.

october Events screening of Space Racers, an innovative children’s show developed in partnership with NASA scientists and astronauts. Guests also can meet one of the show’s heroes. www.mosi.org Everyone

annual hops for hospice beer festival

Oct. 4, 4-8 p.m. Raise your glass for a special fundraiser for Suncoast Hospice hosted by Frenchy’s Restaurant and the Clearwater Threshers at Bright House Field in Clearwater. Sample more than 100 beers from local distributors. Tickets: $25 advance and $30 at the door (each attendee receives complimentary beer mug). Must be 21 or older to attend. Call 727-467-4457.

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Tampa Bay's Dancing with the Stars 2014

e v e n t s & f e s t i va l s Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Through Nov. 10, various Travel the globe and experience an eclectic mix of cuisine, fine wines and diverse cultures as part of this popular annual event. www.disneyworld.disney. go.com/destinations/epcot Moms & Dads

tampa bay dragon boat classic

Oct. 4, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cheer on your favorite team or sign up to participate in this dragon boat event at Cotanchobee Park in downtown Tampa. Event will raise money for the Shimberg Breast Center at St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital as part of a kickoff for Breast Cancer Awareness month. www.tampabaydragonboatclassic. com Everyone

fifth annual box car rally event Oct. 4, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Join Achieva Credit Union for this annual downtown Clearwater race to benefit local school. In addition to the exciting box car races, there will be a slue of other activities for the whole family including dancing, food vendors, face painting and more. www.achievaboxcar. com Everyone

katie adams animal stories

Oct. 4, 11 a.m. Sing along with the storyteller when she visits the Straz. Adams takes tots through folk tales from around the world as well as rhythm instruments, mime and audience participation. Tickets: $7.50. www.strazcenter. org 3-7

astronomy day with space racers

Oct. 4, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Join WEDU for an out of this world celebration at Tampa’s MOSI. Families can check out a special

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Oct. 4, 6-11 p.m. Root for local celebrities as they raise money for Hands Across the Bay in this fifth annual fundraiser on the dance floor at T Pepin Hospitality Centre in Tampa. This year’s contenders include Cindy Gruden, Jeff Andrews of Busch Gardens and Laura Harris of ABC Action News. www.handsacrossthebay.org

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tampa free to breathe run/walk Oct. 5, 8 a.m. Sign up for this walk/run at Al Lopez Park to support Free to Breathe, a nonprofit lung cancer research and advocacy organization. Event offers a 5K run, 5K walk and 1-mile walk for all fitness levels with prizes for top fundraiser individuals and teams. www. freetobreathe.org Everyone

target tuesday

Oct. 7, 2-7 p.m. Bring the kids and enjoy discounted admission during designated hours. Meet up with special guest characters during your visit. Adults must be accompanied by a child and vice versa. www. glazermuseum.org Everyone

kids fit playground

Oct. 7, 2-6 p.m. Spend the afternoon at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park in downtown Tampa. Kids can participate in a fun afternoon of sports-related activities. www. fitkidsplayground.com Everyone

Cord blood and cord tissue banking

Oct. 7, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Attend an educational seminar about the benefits of preserving your baby’s umbilical cord at this dinner event hosted by Cryo-Cell in Oldsmar. Evening includes a drawing, special pricing offer for services and a private tour of the cord blood and cord tissue bank’s state-of-the-art facility. Hear your baby’s heartbeat and have it saved forever in a plush toy, compliments of Sneak-a-Peek Boutique. Child care is available. RSVP by Oct. 3 at 813-749-2164 or info@ cryo-cell.com. Moms & Dads

Tampa Bay history center gala

Oct. 10, 7 p.m. - midnight Dress to the nines for this signature gala fundraiser

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at the Tampa Bay History Center in downtown Tampa supporting the museum’s education programs. Event includes delicious fare from Columbia Restaurant, live entertainment and spirits. Tickets: $250 each. www. tampabayhistorycenter.org Moms & Dads

Brews by the bay

Oct. 10, 8-11 p.m. Select from more than 100 craft beers from around the world, sample dishes from area restaurants, enjoy live entertainment and the exhibits at the Florida Aquarium. Tickets: $50 general and $75 VIP. (Discounted general admission for members.) www.flaquarium.org Moms

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Tampa bay boat sale

Oct. 10-12, various times Visit the Florida State Fairgrounds to see a variety of watercraft, docking and boating safety equipment at one of the biggest nautical events of the season. Free admission. www.tampabayboatshows.com Moms &

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oktoberfest

Oct. 10-12, various times Celebrate with dancing, song, cuisine and cheer at Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Day features games and other fun, including a mustache contest and stein hosting competition. www.oktoberfesttampa. com Moms & Dads

3k pet walk

Oct. 11, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Stroll with the pooch and raise funds for a great cause at Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg during this annual walk to benefit SPCA of Tampa Bay. Enjoy a free IHOP pancake breakfast and join pet contests and dog agility activities. www.spcatampabay.org Everyone

african penguin awareness day

Oct. 11, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Learn about these endangered birds at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo. Visit the zoo’s Penguin Beach habitat for feedings and watch them dine, swim and play. www. lowryparkzoo.com Everyone

tuxes & tails

Oct. 11, 6-11 p.m. Get dolled up for an elegant evening at the Tampa Marriott Waterside to raise funds for the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. Evening features a moonlit masquerade with silent and live auctions, live jazz music, dinner and drinks and a high-energy fashion show. Tickets: $125 each. www.tuxesandtailstampa. com Moms & Dads

annual uso show

Oct. 11, 7 p.m. Travel back in time for this third annual Stars and Stripes show at Armed Forces History in Largo. Event offers big band music and swing dance lessons. Tickets: $50 VIP dinner and $24 general admission. www.armedforcesmuseum.com Moms & Dads

tampa jobsite gala

Oct. 11, 7-11 p.m. Show your support for Jobsite Theatre and head to the Jaeb Theatre at the Straz in downtown Tampa. Sip wine and craft beer while nibbling on gourmet hor

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d’oeuvres from independent Tampa Bay restaurants and participate in a silent auction. This year’s requested dress is summer cocktail/’60s theme. Moms & Dads

panera goes pink

Oct. 17, all day Buy a pink ribbon bagel at your nearest Panera Bread. All sales of the bagel for the day will be donated to Moffitt Cancer Center. www.panera-tampa.com

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sesame street live: make a new friend

Oct. 17-18, various times Catch up with Elmo, Grover, Abby Cadabby and friends as they bring their latest live show to the USF Sun Dome in Tampa. Special sunny seats packages are available that feature premium seating and Meet & Greet opportunities. Shows: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 17 and 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Oct. 18. Tickets start at $18.75. www. sundomearena.com 3 & Older

step out diabetes

Oct. 18, 8 a.m. - noon Lace up for the American Diabetes Association and head to downtown Tampa at Curtis Hixon Park. Step Out is filled with music, food, kids’ activities and local entertainment. Go to www.diabetes.org and enter your ZIP code for the link to Step Out Tampa. Everyone

san antonio rattlesnake festival and run

Oct. 18, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. This annual family friendly event in downtown San Antonio includes snake and reptile shows, arts and crafts, games, a food truck rally and a beer garden for mom and dad. www.rattlesnakefestival.com Everyone

broadway ball

Oct. 18, 6 p.m. Return to the era of great Motown sounds at this signature fundraiser in Carol Morsani Hall at Tampa’s Straz Center. Night includes cocktail reception, dinner, dancing and live and silent auctions. Call 813-222-1275.

Spare or strike at Splitsville Channelside in Tampa during this annual fundraiser for the Children’s Dream Fund. Evening includes bowling, food, drinks and a silent auction. Join a team, form one or just cheer. Bowling teams of six are $500; spectator cost is $35 advance or $40 at the door. www.childrensdreamfund. org Moms & Dads

st. anthonys hospital foundation golf classic

Oct. 24, 5:30 p.m. Tee up at The Bayou Club in Largo. Proceeds benefit St. Anthony’s Behavioral Health programs and services. Fees: $300 per player (include greens fees, cart, contests, drawing, range balls, lunch buffet and dinner reception). www.stanthonysfoundation.org

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walk with me tampa

Oct. 25, 8:15 a.m. Walk, stroll or roll along scenic MacFarlane Park as part of this yearly Easter Seals’ fundraiser in Tampa. Event features food and entertainment with funds raised to support the program’s early intervention and education services for children and teens with disabilities to live full, independent lives. Register online. www.walkwithme.org/tampa Everyone

free community shred-a-thon

Oct. 25, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bring sensitive and confidential documents that you would like to safely discard to the Ybor Heights branch of Tampa Bay Federal Credit Union. The credit union will also have free bike registrations available to prevent bike theft and child ID kits for families. www. tampabayfederal.com Moms & Dads

alpha house of tampa alpha challenge

Oct. 25, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Relive field day glory with a full day of games and obstacle and relay races for all fitness levels at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa. Events include stroller biathlon and rubber ducky launch. Proceeds benefit Alpha House of Tampa. www.

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taking action against domestic violence telethon

school calendar, includes social circle; dance, movement and fitness; music therapy group; and art time. www.tpackids.com 6-12

early learning arts academy

All month, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. - noon Sign up for a multidisciplinary arts program that is therapy-based and taught by certified and licensed therapists at Tampa’s TheraPeds Pediatric Therapy Services and TherAbilities Performing Arts Center. Private OT, speech, PT, feeding therapy and music therapy services are available for an additional fee. Call 813-344-0960. 2-5

free home school social skills group Oct. 6, 13, 20 and 27, 11 a.m. - noon Homeschooled students in grades 2-5 can participate in this free, interactive weekly social skills group offered by Hammond Psychology. Sign up at www. hammondpsychology.com or call 813-567-3253. 7-10

art and sign language

Oct. 17, 10-11 a.m. Families and children can learn together about art and a new language with an introduction to the ASL vocabulary by a certified ASL instructor and interpreter while touring the art galleries of the Museum of Fine Art in St. Pete. Cost: $5 per family. www.fine-arts.org Everyone

pin party

Oct. 19, 1-3 p.m. Come out to support members of the Hammond Psychology & Associates’ team as they take part in this special event to build a playground for the children of Joshua House at Pin Chasers in Tampa. Cheer on their team The Incredibowls and others. www.friendsofjoshuahouse.org Everyone

fifth annual autism symposium

Nov. 1, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Join the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities at USF for this annual health and wellness aimed at uniting the community around individual and families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder. Screenings will be scheduled for families with concerns regarding their child’s development. Contact beverlyking@usf. edu to arrange a screening time. http://card-usf.fmhi. usf.edu/symposium Moms & Dads

Oct. 22, noon- 8 p.m. Show support for this ABC Action News telethon to raise awareness about domestic violence and funds for 10 domestic violence centers in the bay area. Donors can select the center of their choice. Telethon starts at noon with a special presentation at 7 p.m. www. abcactionnews.com/DV Moms & Dads

healthy eating every day

Starts Oct. 23, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Enroll in this comprehensive healthy lifestyle program designed to help you improve eating habits over eight-sessions at Tampa General Hospital. Learn how to balance calories with physical activity and more. Registration is required and space limited. To register, call 1-800-822-3627 or visit “classes and events” at www.tgh.org Moms & Dads

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after school arts academy

All month, Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m. Enroll your child in an innovative, fun-filled, and structured therapeutic environment led by a multidisciplinary team of OT, PT, SLP and Music Therapists at TheraPeds Pediatric Therapy Services and TherAbilities Performing Arts Center in Tampa. Daily schedule, which coincides with Hillsborough

a r t poseidon and the sea: myth, cult, and daily life

Through Nov. 30, various times Learn about the mythology and symbolism of Poseidon in this first major U.S. museum exhibition on the subject at the Tampa Museum of Art. Exhibit features more than 125 international works celebrating the fierce Greek god. www.tampamuseum.org Everyone

october Events

plein air art competition

the book of life

Oct. 9-12, various times Take part in this special art event spotlighting the style through a competition of painters and photographers creating work on-site at Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs. Reception set for Oct.12. Registration is required for artists. www.brookercreekpreserve. org Moms & Dads

Opens Oct. 17 Catch this original story about a young man torn between following his family or his heart. The animated story features the voices of Channing Tatum, Zoe Saldana and Ron Perlman. Rated PG. Running time: 95 minutes. 10 & Older

jamie Wyeth's portraits of rudolph Nureyev

Bolshoi ballet 2014-2015 season

Oct. 11 - Jan. 18, 2015, various times See a new exhibit celebrating the legendary ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev at the Museum of Fine Art in St. Pete. Exhibition features portraits and large-scale paintings. www.fine-arts.org. Everyone

hyde park village art fair

Oct. 25-26, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Browse an array of original art and handcrafted gift items at this popular fall art event in Hyde Park Village. Listen to live music. Free admission. www.artfestival. com Everyone

Oct. 26, various times Witness the grace and splendor of Russia’s worldrenowned dance company in this special film presentation showing in select U.S. cinemas, including theaters in Tampa, Oldsmar, Pinellas Park, Lakeland and Sarasota. This month, theatergoers can see the dance company perform The Legend of Love. www. fathomevents.com 10 & Older

care bears: belly badge rock

Nureyev's Eyes

Oct. 18-26, various times See the Florida premiere of this production of the David Rush play at American Stage in St. Petersburg. The story follows American painter Jamie Wyeth and the ballet dancer, imagining their interactions. Tickets: $39. The production, which runs concurrently with the Wyeth Museum of Fine Arts exhibit, contains adult language. www.americanstage.org Moms & Dads

roger's and hammerstein's cinderella

Oct. 21-26, various times Delight in the classic tale as this Tony award-winning Broadway musical sweep into Tampa’s Straz with its lush set, incredible score and favorite moments recreated onstage. Oct. 22 is Broadway Family Night when kids 12 and younger can get 50% off their ticket with the purchase of a full-price adult ticket. www. strazcenter.org 5 & Older

Available Oct. 28 Take a trip to Care-a-Lot as the Care Bears turn up the volume and celebrate the fun of friendship and caring in this quartet of stories about the harmony of friendship. Shows arrive on DVD, Digital HD and Video on Demand this month from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. 4 & Older

music & comedy one direction: where we are tour

Oct. 10, 7 p.m. Sing along with the pop sensations as their world tour visits Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. Tickets: $19.50-$99.50. www.raymondjamesstadium.com 10

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screen on the green

Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, 7:30-9 p.m. Enjoy a film under the stars as part of this Friday night outdoor film series hosted by the city of Tampa and Friends of Tampa Recreation at the new Waterworks Park. Food trucks and concessions available. This month, catch Muppets Most Wanted (Oct. 4), Despicable Me 2 (Oct. 11), The Avengers (Oct. 18) and The Lego Movie (Oct. 25). www.tampagov.net Everyone

Oct. 2-18, various times Catch this musical adapted from the 1975 cult film The Rocky Horror Picture Show as it hits the stage with Dr. Frank N. Furter, Brad, Janet and the whole crew at Shimberg Playhouse at the Straz. www. strazcenter.org. Moms & Dads

alexander & the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day

Oct. 16-18, various times Experience a unique combination of radio play meets comic book in this live action graphic novel turned live show at The Ringling Museum in Sarasota. Show features live actors creating dozens of characters, one foley artist producing hundreds of sound effects and thousands of comic book panels. Tickets: $25$35. www.ringling.org 7 & Older

Opens Oct. 10 Meet Alexander who watches his day get progressively worse, but that’s only the half of it. Wait until his family starts experiencing his bad day, too. Film stars Steve Carell, Jennifer Garner and Bella Thorne. Rated PG. Running time: 81 minutes. 10 & Older

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the intergalictic nemesis live action graphic novel

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Oct. 19, 7 p.m. See the iconic Texas-based musician when he stops by St. Petersburg’s Mahaffey Theater for one night only. The gifted storyteller and singer/songwriter will share his uniquely fused brand of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues spanning a career of 14 albums. Tickets start at $39. www.themahaffey.com 12 &

Older

kidzbop

Oct. 25, 2 p.m. Named Billboard magazine’s No. 1 Kids’ Artists for four consecutive years, catch this talented group of young performers as they bring their Dream Big, Sing Loud tour to the Capitol Theatre in Clearwater. Tickets: $25$50. www.rutheckerdhall.com Everyone

bill maher

Oct. 25, 8 p.m. Hear from political commentator, comedian and host of HBO’s Emmy-nominated Real Time with Bill Maher when he comes to Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. Tickets start at $50.75. www.rutheckerdhall.com

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coupons each). Hours: 5-10 p.m. Oct. 9-10 and 1-10 p.m. Oct. 11-12. www.shopsatwiregrass.com Everyone

Halloween and Fall Events

pumpkin patch at Hyde park village

Oct. 10-30, various times Pick out the perfect, plump pumpkin and stick around for festive photo opportunities at this pet-friendly event. Hours: noon to 8 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekends. www.hydeparkvillage.net Everyone

Wesley Chapel Fall Festival howl-o-scream at busch gardens

Through Nov. 1, various times Come out for this yearly Halloween fright fest at Busch Gardens. Meet up with terrifying roaming creatures, check out a chilling live show and take on the park’s thrill rides in the dark. $47. Mature audiences only. www.howloscream.com Teens & Older

zoo boo

Oct. 3-4, 10-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-31 and Nov. 1, 7-11 p.m. Explore haunted houses and wind through the haunted trails to see the animals at night and seasonal displays at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo. New this year, take a stroll through the London Frightmare. Cost: $18 adults and $14 kids (3-11). Discounted admission for passholders. www.lowryparkzoo.com 4 & Older

pumpkin palooza

Oct. 4, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Take the kids for a full afternoon of fall festivities at Northside Baptist Church in St. Pete. Buy a pumpkin, visit crafts vendors and enjoy food, games, entertainment and drawings. www.gfwc-spjwc.org

Everyone

Seaworld orlando Halloween Spooktacular

Oct. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, and 25-26, noon - 8 p.m. Immerse yourself in an underwater Halloween adventure with pumpkin fish, dancing sea fairies, seathemed arts and crafts and animal encounters. Free with admission. www.seaworldorlando.com Everyone

brick-or-treat

Oct. 11, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Stop by The Grove for live music, food, beverages and entertainment for the entire family. www. wesleychapelchamber.org Everyone

Scarecrow Festival and Tractor pull

Oct. 11, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Build a scarecrow, touch a truck, get your face painted or play other fun fall games at Pioneer Florida Museum and Village in Dade City. Take part in a tractor pull and browse the pumpkin patch. Admission is $5 (kids 5 and under, free) www.pioneerfloridamuseum.org Everyone

Fall Festival and Craft Beer BREWhaha

Oct. 11, 4-9 p.m. Spend a relaxing night at Hyde Park Village. Parents can visit beer trucks and sample seasonal craft beers on draft while kids enjoy face painting and fun games. Free admission. Proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters Tampa Bay. www.hydeparkvillage.net Everyone

pint Sized pumpkin patch

Oct. 11, 6-7:30 p.m. Enjoy games, food and crafts at the Southwest Recreation Complex in Largo. Enjoy a visit from the scarecrow and dress up the kids for a trick-or-treat parade. Cost: $5 advance and $8 day of event. Call 727-518-3125. Everyone

uSF Fall plant Festival

Oct. 11-12, various times Browse more than 60 vendors at USF Botanical Gardens. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 11 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 12. Admission: $5 (free for members and children younger than 12). www.gardens.usf.edu Everyone

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Halloween Fun at IKEA Tampa

Oct. 20, various times Bring your little ghoul or goblin for a free Halloweenthemed children’s art activity. Kids can dress up an IKEA Upptacka tote bag with festive colors and materials to create trick-or-treat bag. Event includes a free meal and free T-shirt. www.ikea-usa.com/tampa 4-11

hall-o-ween at northdale park

Oct. 24, 6 p.m. Dress up everyone, including the dogs, for this annual tradition at Northdale Recreation Center in Tampa. Event features a Halloween carnival and dog and owner costume contest. Call 813-264-8956. Everyone

Spooktacular 5K and Children's Fun run

Oct. 25, 8 a.m. - noon Lace up for this race at Cotanchobee Park in downtown Tampa to support Children Across Borders. Day includes food, music, drawings and massage chairs for participants. www.childrenacrossborders.org Everyone

Halloween Spooktacular

Oct. 25, 2-6 p.m. Explore the Largo Central Park and enjoy Halloween activities, games, bounce houses, a petting zoo, strolling entertainment and live music. Join other families from 2-6 p.m. on the trick-or-treat trail. Cost: $5 advance for recreation card holders, $6 without card ($7 day of event). Call 727-587-6740, Ext. 5014 Everyone

Halloween Happenings

Oct. 25, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Corral the kids for haunted hayrides, carnival games, crafts and bounce houses at Dunedin’s Highlander Park. Evening includes a DJ, costume contests and Boo in the Zoo for preschoolers. Cost: $5 parking, $5 for hayride or Boo in the Zoo and $10 wristband for children’s games and activities. Call 727-812-4530. Everyone

Guppyween

Oct. 26, 4-8 p.m. Trick-or-treat from tank to tank through the Florida Aquarium. Tickets: $15 visitors 12 and older and $5 kids in costumes; Aquarium members free. www.flaquarium. org 4-12

owl-o-ween

Oct. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26, various times Kids can stop by themed treat stations with candy, snacks and surprises along the way at LEGOLAND Florida every Saturday and Sunday in October. Included with park admission. www.legoland.com 4 & Older

Oct. 17, 11 a.m. Watch the animals pumpkin party as they stomp, chomp, and play with the pumpkins. Included with admission to Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo. www.lowryparkzoo.com

Everyone

Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m. Stroll a haunted trail at Largo’s George C. McGough Nature Park while trick-or-treating. Night includes games, crafts, live animal programs and scary stories by the campfire. Cost: $5 per person (2 and younger free). Call 727-518-3047. Everyone

fall family field day

annual haunted hike

Main St. Trick or Treat

Oct. 5, 12:15 - 2:30 p.m. Bring the family to walk, run and play in this debut event in Pepin Stadium at University of Tampa. Activities include 100 meter toddler tot race, sack races, hula hoop contest and limbo dancing. Cost: $36 per family or carpool plus one nonperishable food item per child for Community Food Bank. Register online. www.tjfs.org.

Everyone

Oct. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Experience the paranormal side of St. Petersburg’s Euclid/ St. Paul’s neighborhood during this annual stroll, leaving from 13th Avenue and 13th Street North every 15 minutes. One-mile tours last one hour. Costumes encouraged with proceeds to benefit ESP Neighborhood Association and YMCA Neighbor to Neighbor Christmas Fund. www. espna.org 8 & Older

Fall Fair at Shops at Wiregrass

a night at the museum

Oct. 9-12, various times Go on a ride or try your hand at fun games for a prize at this fall carnival at the Shops at Wiregrass. Ride tickets: $1 each, 18 for $15 or $25 wristband (rides are 3-5

Oct. 19, 4-7 p.m. Meet up with pirates, pioneers, Star Wars characters, ’20s gangsters and flappers, and Ghostbusters at the Tampa Bay History Center. Trick-or-treat too. Cost: $14 adults and $9 children. www.tampabayhistorycenter.org Everyone

Oct. 31, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Dress up the kids and trick-or-treat along Main Street businesses in downtown Safety Harbor, including City Hall and Fire Station 52. Free. Call 727-724-1572. 3-10

boo bash

Oct. 31, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Head over to Bright House Field in Clearwater for this Halloween celebration hosted by Parks and Recreation. Event offers games, hayrides, an on-field costume parade and plenty of candy. Free. www.myclearwater.com 2-12