JUNE Saturday, June 1 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
Bear Cut Preserve Nature Trail Tour. Guests can
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experience a guided tour through the coastal marine environment to learn how plants and animals adapt and interact with one another. 10-11 a.m. Crandon Park, 6767 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne. 305-365-3018 or miamidade.gov/ ecoadventures. $4.
Feel the Force: Hurricane and Other Hazards Day. Prepare for the upcoming Hurricane season with The International Hurricane Research Center and the MiamiDade County Emergency Management Department. Experience a full day of activities and informative guest speakers who will teach you how to protect yourself, your home and your pets. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Miami Science Museum, 3280 S. Miami Ave. 305-646-4234. Free. Generation Genius: StoryArts! Children and parents are invited to read along with artist Maria Gonzalez. The featured story will be “Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy” by David Soman and Jacky Davis. The story follows Lulu and Sam’s adventures as their alter egos saving the playground from hairy monsters and mean robots. After the story, kids can create a special craft. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Shenandoah Branch Library, 2111 SW 19th St., Miami. 305-250-4688. Free. Plant Show and Sale. Come learn about the many different species of fern and see how well they fit within the tropical South Florida environment. Guests can purchase the plants and ruminate over the different exhibition possibilities. There will be a great variety of plants on display; you don’t want to miss out. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables. 305-256-8399 or fairchildgarden.org. Nonmembers: Adults, $25; Seniors, $18, Children 6-17, $12. Free for members, military personnel and children 5 and under. Guests who walk, ride a bike or take public transportation receive $5 off admission for adults and $2 off for children. Splashers Kids Club. Join the fun with character appearances, a magician, musical entertainment, face painting, giveaways and more. 3-5 p.m. Dolphin Mall, 11401 NW 12th St., Doral. dophinmall.com Free. Saige’s Scavenger Hunt. Girls can embark on a funfilled scavenger hunt, collecting facts about newest Girl of the Year Saige and receive a free American Girl poster at the end. Children 2-13. 4 p.m. American Girl Miami, 8888 SW 136 St., Kendall. 877-247-5223 or americangirl.com. Free. Saige’s Horse Collage Craft. Join Saige, the newest Girl of the Year, in creating a fun paper collage inspired by Saige’s love of art and horses. American Girl Miami, 8888 SW 136 St., Kendall. 877-247-5223 or americangirl. com. Free.
BROWARD COUNTY
ArtsPark Creation Station. Children 5-10 can explore their creativity through an interactive art activity. 4-5:30 p.m. Saturdays. ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. 954-921-3500 or hollywoodfl.org. Free. ArtsPark Live. Come out for a fun concert series showcasing South Florida talent. 9-10:15 p.m. ArtsPark at Young Circle Amphitheater, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. 954-9213500. Free admission. Beach Theater: Jay Blue’s Band. Enjoy the night with waterfront dining and outdoor performances. 7:30-9 p.m. Beach Theater, 200 Johnson St., Hollywood. 954-921-3500 or hollywoodfl.org. Free. Music By-The-Sea. Enjoy an evening music right along the seaside. 6:30-10:30 p.m. Between State Road A1A and Commercial Blvd., Lauderdale by the Sea. 954-7712900. Free.
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Silent Peace Walk. Guests are invited to come out at daybreak for a peace walk. The walk will be silent and last 20 minutes, allowing for thoughts of peace during this event. Afterward, stick around for coffee and conversation. 7 a.m. International Peace Garden, Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Drive. 954-914-1202. Free.
PALM BEACH COUNTY
Art-e-ology. Children in third through fifth grade will learn about artist José Clemente Orozco and create their own masterpiece. Reservations are required. 1-2:30 p.m. Boca Raton Museum of Art, 501 Plaza Real. 561-392-2500, ext. 106. Members, free; Nonmembers, $5. Dub City Derby Grrls. Experience the exciting sport as the Dub City Derby Grrls takes on Orlando Psycho City. Be sure to arrive at 7, when doors open. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Skatezone, 8125 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth. dubcityderbygirls.com. General admission, $10; children 5 and under, free. Family Studio/Let’s Get Real. Come and visit the special exhibition titled “The Radical Camera: New York’s Photo League, 1936-1951” where artists and photographers have captured different aspects of urban and rural life. Guests will have the opportunity to create a personal “clothesline narrative” using recycled materials and then explore the different themes in the art galleries. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Norton Museum of Art, 1451 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach. 561832-5196, ext. 1196, or norton.org. There is a $6 materials fee for members and $8 for nonmembers. Ginger’s Dance Party. Bring the whole family for a lot of fun with a DJ and some great music. Enjoy the scenery as the dance party is held right outside at the Palm Stage at the Waterfront. 8 p.m. The Waterfront, 101 South Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach. 561-822-1515 or wpb.org. Free. Hike Through History. During this two-hour, two-mile trek for ages 5 and older, participants will journey through historic points of interest in the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area. Be sure to bring active clothing and footwear, a hat and water. All children 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult, and an RSVP is required. 8-10 a.m. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum, 500 Captain Armour’s Way. 561-747-8380 ext. 101 or @jupiterlighthouse.org. Free. Kid’s Story Time. Come out for an hour of storytime held outside the gift store. Selected readings will be available for purchase afterward. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Loggerhead Marinelife Center, 14200 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach, 561-627-8280, ext. 107 or rmott@marinelife.org. Free. Little Wonders. Bring children 3 and 4 to learn about plant and animal communities through a hike, crafts and stories. Registration is required. 10-10:45 a.m. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton. 561-544-8615. Members, $5; Nonmembers, $8. Saturday Movies. Teens can come out for a movie on a bigscreen television. 2 p.m. Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis St. 561-868-7703. Free. Viva Florida 500 Time Capsule. Commemorating Florida’s 500th anniversary, guests are invited to bring photographs, letters or personal notes reflecting the culture of the city. The capsule will be reopened in 2063. 9:30 a.m. Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis St. 561-868-7701. Free.
Sunday, June 2 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
Bear Cut Preserve Nature Trail Tour. Guests can experience a guided tour through the coastal marine environment to learn how plants and animals adapt and interact with one another. 10-11 a.m. Crandon Park, 6767 Crandon
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