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This May, shower moms with thanks May is here, which means MothI realized recently that I have er’s Day is coming. Stores are a problem saying “thank you” stocking flowers and cards, to those who need to hear it. restaurants are gearing up for Not because I am not grateful, massive buffets, and spas are but because I can get consumed running Mom-and-Me spewith other things. cials. I forget to take the time to It makes me wish we had a stop, reflect and then – most Mother’s Day every month – importantly – reach out to the JENNIFER JHON not just because I get a great person I am thinking about. deal on a mani-pedi, but This Mother’s Day, I am because moms deserve the attention. changing that. Being a mom can be a thankless job. It I have a lot of “moms” in my life who involves hours of packing lunches, doing need to know I care about them. Not just laundry, finding lost toys, helping with my own mom, who has loved me and homework, chauffeuring, cheering on guided me and given me so much (thank sidelines and so on. I do get a “thanks, you, Mom!), but also my mother in law, mom” occasionally, but more often, I get who has always treated me like her own “I wanted butter on that” and “Can’t I daughter. have apple juice instead?” My sister is another mom to me; she I need to work on gratitude – not just started her family earlier than I did and with my kids, but with myself. gives great advice and encouragement.

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A Miami-grown hero Before he turned 5, Joshua Williams started working to change the world by feeding the hungry. He then founded Joshua’s Heart Foundation to collect donations and “stomp out world hunger.” Now 14, the Miami Beach boy has grown his foundation into a force with more than 2,200 volunteers and 51 board members, and he has inspired others to start their own clubs to fight against hunger. His foundation does other work in South Florida as well, most recently hosting a book drive in Broward and Miami-Dade counties and a Global Youth Service Day at Miramar Elementary. His work hasn’t gone unnoticed. In 2013, Williams was named one of America’s top

10 youth volunteers by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, where he met Academy Award winner Kevin Spacey. And last month, Williams was named a Hasbro Community Action Hero for his incredible volunteer efforts. He traveled to Los Angeles to accept his award and scholarship money at the generationOn Block Party at Fox Studios in L.A. Joshua’s Heart Foundation has more work planned, including a “Canstruction Jr.” event to highlight STEM learning at Westfield Broward mall in the fall. Learn more about Joshua’s Heart Foundation at joshuasheart.org.

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DON’T BE A BULLY contest! South Florida Parenting invites young artists to create an image for our second annual “DON’T BE A BULLY” contest. Bullying is a major problem, not only in our schools, but also on playgrounds, ball fields and even in homes. Social media only aggravates the problem. We want you to take a stand. Use your creativity to make an amazing cartoon, comic or slogan to help promote anti-bullying. Let your voice be heard and imagine a world without bullying. The contest is open to schoolchildren in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Deadline is June 5. The first 100 entrants will receive an annual Kids Fun Pass. South Florida Parenting staff will choose winners from among all entries received, and winning artwork will run in the August 2015 magazine and may be used in promotional materials such as posters and T-shirts. The top 100 entries will be displayed at South Florida Parenting’s Back to School event at Westfield Broward mall on Aug. 16. Go to SouthFloridaParenting.com for more details. REQUIREMENTS: — All entries should be completed on 8.5 x 11 paper. — First name and age must be written on the front of the picture (or attached with a sticky note). — If desired, school name (or note if homeschooled) can be included. — Select artwork may be used for promotional materials such as posters and/or T-shirts. Send scans or photos of artwork to SouthFloridaParenting@gmail.com or mail to South Florida Parenting, 6501 Nob Hill Road, Tamarac, FL 33321.

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here was a time when it was believed that bilingualism was the cause of delayed speech for many children. Growing up in a household where two languages were spoken simultaneously was thought to cause language confusion for a child who was learning to speak, impeding the child’s overall cognitive development. Unfortunately, many parents believe that speaking to their children in two languages can cause delays or confusion, a misbelief furthered by some professionals. Yet, worldwide there are many children who learn more than one language without acquiring speech and language delays. And there are no published studies advancing the idea of the speech-delay myth. Conversely, today, most multilingual parents are encouraged to take advantage of babies’ sponge-like brains and teach them two — or more — languages from a very young age. But are there any guidelines parents should follow when it comes to raising a happy bilingual child? “There is no evidence that shows children in bilingual households are more likely to suffer language confusion or cognitive deficit,” said Jennifer Rodriguez, a bilingual speech-language pathologist with Nicklaus Children’s Hospital’s Department of Rehabilitation Services. In fact, research shows that the vocabulary of monolingual and bilingual children is typically very similar in size. What parents sometimes miss, however, is that while a child may know fewer words in each single language, they are likely collectively at the same level as a child who speaks only one language. “What’s most important is the number of different concepts a child can express, regardless of what specific language they communicate in,” said Rodriguez.

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Many parents would never consider giving their children a cup of coffee in the morning – but they might think it is OK to allow them to drink other caffeinated beverages. But younger children should not be consuming caffeine on a regular basis. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends adolescents consume less than 100 mg of caffeine daily. Caffeine is a natural chemical that is found in tea leaves, cacao, coffee beans and cola nuts. It is also made artificially and added to foods and can be found in some medications. Caffeine is a stimulant that affects children in the same way it affects adults – it makes us feel more alert and awake. Caffeine can also cause the following: » your heart to pump faster and quicken your breathing; increased heart rate » feeling jittery, jumpy or nervous » difficulty concentrating difficulty sleeping

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Caffeine is not a nutrient, so we do not need to consume it on a regular basis to be healthy. However, some people feel they need to have caffeine regularly because if they don’t, they experience headaches, irritability and fatigue. Caffeine can be addictive, so moderation is important. It is safe for adults to consume up to 400 mg of caffeine per day. Below are some items that contain caffeine and the amounts: Brewed coffee-8 oz. 95-200 mg Espresso-1 oz......... 45-75 mg Black tea-8 oz. ....... 15-70 mg Green tea-8 oz........ 25-45 mg Coke (regular and diet)-12 oz. ............................. 23-47 mg

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Lincoln Memorial The closest metro stop to the Lincoln Memorial is seven blocks away (the Foggy Bottom stop). It’s not a bad walk from the Lincoln Memorial to the Vietnam, Korean and World War II memorials. The paths are shaded by trees and have benches stationed along the way. But there’s no real food around. Eat before or bring snacks.

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Bureau of Engraving and Printing Call your Congress member’s office in advance for reservations for this free tour. You also can pick up free tickets for a specific time slot at the bureau if any are left for the day. The tour takes about a half hour and walks you through the printing process. Pick out a fun souvenir, such as a bag of shredded money or a “The Buck Starts Here” T-shirt, in the gift shop.

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The big trains and boats are fun for kids. My tweens were impressed by the gigantic American flag that inspired Frances Scott Key to write the “Star-Spangled Banner.” A fun exhibit of First Ladies’ dresses and a display about the jobs of the president are recommended, too. The ruby red slippers from “The Wizard of Oz” can be found here in the American Stories exhibit.

Kennedy Center Expose the kids to culture and take in a free Kennedy Center performance, held every night at 6 p.m. It could be an orchestra, a ballet or a single performer. Free shuttle buses go to the center every 15 minutes from the Foggy Bottom Metro station.

Holocaust Museum Pick up time-stamped tickets for the permanent exhibit upstairs if you have tweens or older kids. Or walk in to “Remember the Children: Daniel’s Story,” which tells of the Holocaust from a child’s point of view. This poignant, simple exhibit is suitable for ages 8 and older and is the only child-friendly part of the museum.

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Lines can be long, so reserve a time at reservations.org. It costs $1.50 per person, but it will get you in faster. The documents are in a darkened room, and the ink is faded on the three big documents: the Declaration of Independence, the Bill of Rights and the Constitution, but they are worth a peek. Kids may have fun in the Public Archives section, which has lots of interactive exhibits. Overall, the Archives are better suited for tweens and older.

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Dropping your phone – or worse, dropping your phone into water – is every smartphone owner’s worst fear. The Catalyst Waterproof iPhone case is the perfect answer. Waterproof to 5 meters, with a 2-meter drop-proof guarantee, this stylish and durable case is the perfect gift for moms who are tired of having to dry their phones in a bag of rice every time they splash down. Plus it’s pretty cool to dunk your phone into a bowl of water to entertain your kids. $64.99, catalystlifestyle.com

Nail polish as natural as it gets Play Love Laugh peel-off polish by Hugo Naturals is the nail polish parents have been waiting for. With a formula based on fruit and vegetables, the polishes are non-toxic, odorless, gluten-free and vegan. And the biggest pro? It does not require nail polish remover to take it off! Just soak the nails in warm water and peel off. After a few days of hand washing and normal wear, the polish will start to peel off in places, but for how safe it is, the frequent re-polishing is completely worth it. $5.99, hugonaturals.com

Stretching body and mind Yoga instructor Jodi Komitor combines yoga with imaginative play on the “Yoga Kids Dino-Mite Adventure” to create a fun and effective yoga workout. Geared toward kids 5 and older, the sessions are both educational and fun. Children (and parents) learn about dinosaurs as they work their way though different yoga poses and stretches. The music and dialogue moves along quickly enough that kids will have no problem staying engaged as well as following along. You’ll find yourself wanting to jump in and join your little yogi, and you won’t be disappointed. $14.98, Gaiam.com

Picture perfect Wish you could keep your little ones always beside you? Now you can, with SnapBox’s photo pillows. The 18-by-18-inch pillows can be customized with any image, which makes this a perfect gift for moms on their special day. The photos are printed on a high-quality faux suede that is just as super-soft on the printed side as it is on the beige-colored back side, and the cover is machine washable. $34.99 (with a promo price of $26.24 through May 11), www.snapboxprints.com

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Brunches South Florida is known for its bodacious Sunday brunches, especially on Mother’s Day, with its belly-busting buffets. BY JANET GROENE aviar and shrimp by the barrel? Fresh roses on the table? Succulent stands of roast beef carved to order? Pampering service and no dishes to wash afterward? Nobody deserves it more than mothers. On this day, the whole family goes along for the ride. Not all brunches are buffets, and not all fine-dining restaurants are open early enough for brunch, so do some research: The choices are endless.

Here are some of the best: BEST COCKTAIL Start with The Rose cocktail, designed just for Mom. The Oceanaire Seafood Room in Miami is not just a sublime eatery, but a place where special occasions are turned into indelible family memories. Seafood stars on the menu here in dishes such as Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict, but vegan and vegetarian choices are included. Try the buttery brioche French toast. BEST FLORAL TRIBUTE Always a standout for hospitality touches, The Chesterfield Palm Beach has ordered showy gerbera daisies instead of the usual rose or carnation. Feast at a glorious buffet that’s spread throughout the newly refurbished Leopard Lounge and Restaurant. There’s an egg and omelet station, a boatload of seafood, a carving station laden with roasts including beef and duck, and an eye-popping dessert display. Kids can’t wait? Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies are always available in the lobby. BEST STEAKS Morton’s The Steakhouse goes fishing for compliments with its Steak and Lobster special for Mother’s Day. Feast your eyes on a buttertender, cooked-to-order filet mignon nestled next to a meaty lobster tail. Start mother’s meal with The Hug cocktail, created just for her day. Known for USDA prime steaks, Morton’s also offers gluten-free and soy-free menus, fresh produce and salads, seafood galore and sumptuous desserts. BEST SUSHI BAR It’s brunch as usual on Mother’s Day at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, but “usual” here means incredible bounty: a carving station for lamb and beef, traditional breakfasts such as Belgian chocolate waffles, a full raw bar and a chef attending a truly sumptuous sushi bar. Guests over 21 receive unlimited Mimosas, Bloody Marys, Sangria, Bellinis or Spiked Lemonade. After brunch, kids can work off pent-up energy at Silver Lakes Rotary Park. It’s just around the corner, a good place for fishing or a family nature walk.

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BEST VIEW The sparkle of the Miami River greets your party as you treat mother to her choice from an enormous a la carte menu at American Social Bar Brickell. She may be in the mood for mussels, confit duck legs, a salad, scrambled eggs with Alaskan king crab, chicken and waffles, or a New York bagel with cream and mascarpone cheeses and a layer of salmon. Every mother gets a dewy red rose, a glass of champagne and a raffle ticket that might win her a $100 gift card to American Social. BEST SEAFOOD SURPRISE Delicious things are done in the name of the Mr. Benedict who inspired Eggs Benedict in the 1940s at New York’s Waldorf Astoria. At the posh Wyndham Grand Jupiter’s signature restaurant, the special for Mother’s Day will be their divine Deep Blu Benedict made with crusty crab cakes. The hotel is seaside, so plan a family romp on the beach after brunch. The menu offers an ocean of choices for all appetites, from fresh Florida seafood and organic steaks to juicy burgers, all priced a la carte. IF YOU GO Reservations are essential. Call as early as possible. When reserving, confirm the price range. On Mother’s Day some fixed-price meals go as high as $80 per person. Ask about valet parking, which may be required and may add to the cost of the day. Note, too, that some brunches are buffet style. American Social Bar Brickell, 690 SW 1st Court, Miami, 786-801-2466, amsobar.com Chesterfield Palm Beach, 363 Cocoanut Row, Palm Beach, 561-659-5800, chesterfieldpb.com Morton’s locations include Boca Raton, Coral Gables, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, North Miami Beach and West Palm Beach. Check online for locations and reservations, mortons.com The Oceanaire Seafood Room, Mary Brickell Village, 900 S. Miami Ave., 305-372-8862, theoceanaire.com Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 866-502-7529, seminolehardrockhollywood.com Wyndham Grand Jupiter at Harbourside Place, 122 Soundings Ave., Jupiter, 561-273-6600, wyndhamgrandjupiter.com

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During Miami Museum Month* in May 2015, visitors and locals can take advantage of Buy One, Get One Free Admission as well as Join One Museum, See Them All and other special offers at participating museums. This is an incredible opportunity to museum hop and experience Greater Miami’s uniquely diverse cultural scene. Don’t miss out! *Coupon required to take advantage of Miami Museum Month offers. Please visit MiamiMuseumMonth.com to download your coupon and for more details.

PARTICIPATING MUSEUMS • Ancient Spanish Monastery • ArtCenter/South Florida • Bakehouse Art Complex • Bass Museum of Art • Black Police Precinct & Courthouse Museum • Coral Gables Museum • Gold Coast Railroad Museum • Haitian Heritage Museum • HistoryMiami • Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach • Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami (ICA Miami) • Jewish Museum of Florida - FIU • Little Haiti Cultural Complex

• Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami • MDC Museum of Art + Design (MDC MOA+D) • Miami Auto Museum at The Dezer Collection • Miami Children’s Museum • Museum of Contemporary Art • Old Town Hall Museum • Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum • Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science • Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) • Vizcaya Museum and Gardens • Wings Over Miami Air Museum • The Wolfsonian – FIU

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EVENTS Miami Museum Month Kickoff Event May 8, 2015 | 7-9 p.m. YoungArts Plaza 2100 Biscayne Blvd. YoungArts presents Outside the Box: Romeo & Juliet Reimagined Playwright and YoungArts alumnus Tarell Alvin McCraney (1999, Theater), along with ﬁlmmaker and fellow YoungArts alumnus Andrew Hevia (2003, Cinematic Arts), will bring together some of Miami’s electric performance artists, including dancers from the Miami City Ballet, to recreate an interactive evening inspired by Romeo and Juliet. This event is free and open to the public.

Maison&Objet Americas May 12-15, 2015 Miami Beach Convention Center 1901 Convention Center Drive Maison-Objet.com/en/americas Maison&Objet brings together a selection of 300 interior design and lifestyle brands representing its upscale spirit. Several of the area’s museums and galleries are cross promoting MAISON & OBJET AMERICAS including Bass Museum of Art, Lowe Art Museum – University of Miami, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) and The Wolfsonian – FIU.

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Stepmom: How to Celebrate BY GAYLA GRACE What’s a stepmom to do on Mother’s Day? Do we insist that honor be bestowed upon us? Do we create expectations of what our stepchildren should do for us? Do we allow the biological mom to get all the attention for the day? Mother’s Day can be a hard day for stepmoms, because it reminds us of the time and energy we invest in our stepchildren that might include little reward. And if our stepchildren do try to show their appreciation, it can be an awkward and insincere effort, usually prodded by their father. If you play an active role as a stepmom, you deserve some recognition for your efforts. That doesn’t mean you’ll get it from your stepchildren. Sometimes children feel it dishonors their mom to show appreciation to their stepmom on Mother’s Day. It’s OK, however, to ask your spouse to honor and acknowledge you for your efforts with his children. I’ve learned to enjoy Mother’s Day with no expectations from my stepchildren. If they offer a gift or choose to honor me in some way, I’m thrilled. But even if they don’t, I remind myself it’s a privilege to take part in shaping another child’s life and affirm myself for what I offer. I know my husband appreciates the role I play, and we’ll celebrate the day together. Some stepchildren love to recognize their stepmom on this special day and will make a sincere effort to let you know how much you mean to them. A host of variables play into how a stepchild reacts on Mother’s Day. The length of the marriage, the age of your stepchildren, the biological mom’s behavior, and the envi-

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ronment in your home contribute to your stepchild’s behavior. If your stepchildren honor you, embrace the offering. But if they choose not to, don’t take it personally. Here are a few suggestions to help you enjoy the day, regardless of what your stepchildren do. Pick one or two, or construct one of your own, to create a day that will leave you feeling special for the valuable role you offer your stepfamily.

Spend Saturday night at a Bed and Breakfast and wake up Sunday morning to a scrumptious breakfast prepared for you. Re-connect with your spouse as you reminiscence and celebrate the good things happening in your stepfamily.

Find another stepmom who’s having a difficult time and spend the afternoon with her. Encourage her efforts and talk through her challenges. Laugh together and affirm one another. Find positive ways to offer your support on an ongoing basis.

Abandon your house and spend the day at a nearby lake, beach, bike path or hiking trail. Absorb the beauty of nature while you count your blessings in your life. Set goals with your spouse that will help you become more connected in your stepfamily, such as regular game nights, stepmom-stepdaughter shopping dates, or movie nights as a family.

Attend your favorite church or place of worship wearing a beautiful corsage, signifying the important role you play as a stepmom. Take pride in participating in your stepchildren’s lives as an additional parent.

Give yourself the gift of relaxation with a good book, time at the movies or a day at the spa with a girlfriend. Eat at your favorite restaurant and tell your family you’ll be taking the day off from chores. Pamper yourself in whatever way feels special to you. Mother’s Day doesn’t have to be a difficult day for stepmoms. If you create expectations of how you want your stepchildren to honor you, it will result in disappointment. But if you choose to create your own special day, you’ll make memories that leave you feeling blessed to be a stepmom. So go ahead, plan your own celebration! You deserve it! Gayla Grace treasures her role as mom and stepmom to five children ages 14-30. She loves to encourage stepfamilies through her website and blog at www.stepparentingwithgrace.com.

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In 1960, 37 percent of households included a male and female married couple raising their own children. Now 55 years later, a mere 16 percent of American households reflect that, according to Pew Research Center. It’s clear the rich tapestries of the modern American family come in all shapes and sizes. Here are five families in South Florida who are redefining what it means to be a family in 2015.

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while working together at a radio station,” Luis said. “In 2011, we went out to dinner and hit it off. I met Erin’s son, Jonas, at a barbecue Fourth of July weekend and instantly connected with him. I had never dated anyone who had children before, and Erin made it clear from the start that her son would come first no matter what, which I understood,” Luis said. “Jonas was 2 years old at the time, and I was around for all of his toddler stuff. From the very beginning, I never felt awkward around him.” While Jonas, who is now 5, maintains a relationship with his birth father, Luis is respectful of it. “We don’t intrude on each other, and Jonas has been really good transitioning back and forth,” Luis said. Erin and Luis married earlier this year, and they’ve continued to stick with the balance that’s made their relationship a success from the start. “Luis is a very equal parent to me,” Erin said. “We don’t distinguish that he’s the stepparent. We encouraged Jonas early on to call Luis whatever he was comfortable calling him. He has chosen to call him Luis, and we’re

totally fine with that.” Luis attributes patience and his own unique upbringing to his seamless transition into stepparenthood. “I was raised by a single parent and my grandparents, aunts and uncles,” Luis said. “I was able to pull from experiences from my own life. And Erin has taught me not to worry about the small stuff. We work really well together.” Erin admits Luis helped sharpen her organizational skills. “We try to make each other better any way we can,” Luis said. “In the end, we’re always trying to do what’s best for Jonas.” What is your definition of the modern American family? “I think today’s American family is all about respecting each other in an equal partnership,” Erin said. “As long as the child is being raised with love and respect, it doesn’t matter what the person’s background is,” Luis said. “You don’t have to have the traditional mom and dad family. You just need someone to pull you in the right direction.”

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Lisa & Rob When Lisa and Rob Boyd adopted their daughter, Katrina, in 2011, she instantly captured their hearts. “When Rob and I got married, we dreamed of having children,” Lisa said. “Adoption was always something we desired. We just weren’t sure how and when we’d get there.” Lisa gave birth to sons Bobby, now 12, and Liam, now 10, early in her marriage and then struggled with fertility issues. “We prayed about it and felt a lot of peace after we opened our home to Katrina,” said Rob, who has been co-pastoring Salt Church in Boca Raton with his wife since 2012. At first, the $6,000 fee of adopting Katrina seemed impossible for the Boyds. “About two weeks into the adoption process, we needed to make our first payment to our attorney, and he didn’t take credit cards,” Rob said. “Then out of nowhere, friends I hadn’t seen in a decade heard about our dream of adopting Katrina and donated $1,000 to us.” Friends and family along with parishioners of local churches raised $2,000 for their cause. “The rest we just put on credit cards, which we had set aside for an emergency,” Lisa said. “And if adopting Katrina wasn’t an emergency, I don’t know what is.” Although Katrina was just 8 months old when she first came home to live with the Boyds, she struggled with anger and trust issues at first. “She cried a lot in the beginning, and it took a long time for us to assure her she was safe,” Lisa said. “But she seemed very comforted with us.” While she had no father figure in her life before, Katrina quickly came to love her role as “Daddy’s girl” with proud

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father Rob at her side. “She bonded with me instantly,” Rob said. “You could really sense she needed a male figure in her life. I don’t ever want her to feel a fatherly void in her life. When she’s older, I want the man she marries to have big shoes to fill.” The Boyd’s biological sons, Bobby and Liam, only know Katrina as their sister, not their adopted sibling. “The boys have been great with Katrina since the day she arrived,” Rob said. “I’m so proud of them. You don’t love your adopted child any differently than your birth child. It’s so profound. You love the same.” Despite the overwhelmingly positive response to bringing Katrina into their family, Lisa admits sometimes people hear “adoption” and don’t always know how to react. “Some people have asked me things like ‘Why did you adopt? Couldn’t you have your own?’ or they’ll tell us how amazing we are for opening our home. Honestly, what we did didn’t seem like anything out of the ordinary to us. And when people tell us ‘I wish I could do that,’ I say, ‘Well, why can’t you?’ ” What is your definition of the modern American family? “God puts together families from all different circumstances,” Lisa said. “In the end, you still have a family, no matter how different it may look to others.”

Gladys & Ju’vyon Gladys Caines thought she was done raising her children. That is until her 3-yearold grandson Ju’vyon was born. “We were living in Georgia, and I was working as a live-in aid for a client,” Caines said. “My daughter was in high school and got pregnant, and I had no idea.” When Ju’vyon was born, Caines’ daughter failed to bond with the child, and grandmother and grandson quickly found themselves on their own. The client Caines was taking care of passed away, so she decided to head south for a new beginning. “I thought we could start over in Florida,” Caines said. “So we moved to Pompano Beach. My daughter got a job at

Target and got involved with another man, and I haven’t seen her since.” Caines now cares for her grandson fulltime. “I’ve been there for Ju’vyon since the moment Ju’vyon opened his eyes,” Caines said. “He calls me nana, mommy and grandma. I wear all the jackets. He’s my little man, and I thank God I’m still here to take care of him.” Caines has been hospitalized more than six times for a variety of health issues, including congestive heart failure. But she calls Ju’vyon her angel and says on a daily basis that he gives her hope to live. “There’s a lot I can do and a lot I can’t do. Sometimes Ju’vyon will tell me ‘Nana, you’re moving too slow,’ ” Caines said. “I need some sort of motorized chair to keep up with him.” Caines is going through the adoption process to legally make Ju’vyon her son. “I’m on food stamps and The Pantry of Broward has helped us so much by giving us food each month,” Caines said. “Ju’vyon and I have both met such beautiful people there. I ask God to keep me here so my baby boy doesn’t end up in the system.” Relying on help from church friends and neighbors, Caines and Ju’vyon have grown to depend on each other. “Everything we do, we do it together,” Caines said. “He loves sports. I got him a ball and bat, and we play together. I get compliments from the teachers at his school, and they tell me what a good boy he is and how different he is from the other children. His little brain never stops.” Caines says sometimes Ju’vyon fears being abandoned. “He doesn’t want me to leave his side,” Caines said. “I always try to reassure him nana is coming back to get him. He worries about me, but I’m always thinking of him and making plans for him.” What is your definition of the modern American family? “I feel the modern family in 2015 is very much in need of someone to reach out and help,” Caines said. “I’m 62 years old, and I’ve given all I can to society. Ju’vyon and I are our own little family. We just need a little more help.”

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ter and help from grandparents, cousins and her oldest son’s father. “With boys, they typically want to be playing ball and doing guy things,” Bradley said. “And I do those things with them as much as I can. I hope someday we could find the perfect person to be part of our tribe. If that happens, great! But if it doesn’t, we have the perfect family right here.”

Jennifer Bradley & Jaden & Mason Fort Lauderdale resident and cosmetics guru Jennifer Bradley got divorced when her oldest son was 1. While being a single mom hasn’t been easy, this brave warrior woman has found it to be the best option for her sons Jaden, 12, and Mason, 4. “I remained good friends with the father of my oldest son,” Bradley said. “Balancing relationships and running a business can be difficult, so I’ve chosen to run my business and raise my sons.” Bradley is the head honcho behind her eponymous makeup and skincare line, and she teaches makeup classes at her studio in Fort Lauderdale. “People often ask me why I’m doing it by myself,” Bradley said. “For me, it’s easier. It would be fabulous to have a partner to share responsibilities with, but when you’re working as much as I do, that person wants my attention, and my attention needs to be on my kids and my business. I was dating someone, and they’d ask me to turn my phone off, and I’d have to tell them, ‘I don’t think that’s even possible.’ ” Bradley ditches “me” time for what she calls “our” time, which is time with her beloved boys. “We’ll play mini-golf and fly kites,” Bradley said. “I’ll take them fishing and to do activities by the water. The boys are happy with our little unit. We’re always doing something together with friends and family. And the best part of my day is always hearing how their days went.” While ironing out the daily schedule of pickup up and dropping off the boys at school and extracurricular activities can get challenging, Bradley says she can always count on her wonderful babysit-

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What is your definition of the modern American family? “The modern American family could be any family today,” Bradley said. “I feel my two sons and I and our cat, Blaze, are a complete family. What makes a family is the bond and love you share together.”

Arian & Jo Arian and Jo Englesson always found clarity to make major life decisions in the sands of Captiva. So it’s no surprise the married couple made the decision to start a family after some sunshine and deep conversation. “I met Arian when I was in the process of trying to have a baby and it didn’t work out,” Jo said. “She wasn’t ready to have kids yet, but then this incredible moment happened when we were vacationing in Captiva in 2013. We both decided we wanted to have a child.” Arian, who wed Jo in Sweden in 2013, went to a fertility treatment center and began four cycles of IUI. “I knew Jo and I would be a great team,” Arian said. “We had a great relationship.” Arian and Jo’s son, Sixten, was born in 2014, and the new parents are planning to have more children. “It’s so amazing to have a child,” said Jo, who created “Gratitude! The Show,” a one-woman variety show that explores the value of gratitude in one’s life. “The love and joy is so great, you completely forget any hard times.” Sixten was born at Arian and Jo’s home in the backyard in a portable bathtub surrounded by tiki torches and loved ones. “It was my dream birth,” Arian said. “He was born at home with our midwife and doula.” The immediate challenges Arian and Jo faced came in the form of red tape from insurance companies. “Health insurance

was really crazy,” Jo said. “When Arian was pregnant, I couldn’t be added to her policy unless she dropped her maternity policy.” Jo then had to go through a legal adoption process to adopt Sixten. “I had to provide financial information and adopt my own son,” Jo said. When Arian’s postpartum depression set in, that was another unexpected bump along the journey of parenthood, but Jo helped her through it along with family and friends. “I was home for 12 weeks, and my assistant stayed three nights a week to help us,” Jo said. “It was really hard in the beginning, but it’s so beautiful the way it all worked out. Arian is now training to be a postpartum doula.” Since same-sex marriage was legalized in Florida, the couple notices less stereotypes on same-sex couples. “A lot of prejudice and judgment has gone away,” Jo said. Arian added, “We’ve created a world for ourselves where we’re accepted, and we created a community of love. Our son is comfortable with so many different types of people.” What is your definition of the modern American family? “The modern family is a micro-community,” Jo said. “It’s not the mom, dad, two kids, one car and one television anymore. Sixten is so open and free. The modern family is not what it used to look like. As long as love is in the unit, it can look any way. There is no difference. A family is a family, and love is love.”

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this includes: information you provide at registration or add to your account or timeline; things you share and do on Facebook, such as what you like, and your interactions with advertisements, partners or apps; keywords from your stories and things we infer from your use of Facebook.” It is no secret that we are bombarded with ads. The minute we begin to peruse the cyber world, the tracking begins. Where and what we click on is all knowledge. To combat this, Neivert suggests Ghostery. Ghostery is a software that blocks ads and prevents companies from tracking users’ whereabouts while surfing the web. Several South Florida mothers were surprised about their lack of privacy on Facebook. “Wow! I may even delete my account,” said Carolyn Daniel-Kalio, a Tamarac mother of two. Nelcy Charlot, a mother of one in Miami, said, “It annoys me that my information is public access and that people will use it to take advantage of me. I will definitely become more guarded. I will definitely not check in.” Does this mean parents can never share pictures of their children without being cyber stalked? Not necessarily. There are safer ways to share photos, the experts said, such as Flickr, Dropbox and Digify. Although switching doesn’t guarantee full protection, it is safer than Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. OTHER TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS: Disable the geotag on your phone. This blocks the location and time a photo is taken. Google yourself every now and then to make sure no one has stolen any photos of you or your family. Purchase a photo account to send to family and friends via email. They have stricter privacy policies. Be very careful of apps that ask about access to contacts. Don’t rely on the default privacy settings; check them and make any necessary changes.

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BROWARD: BEST ETHNIC RESTAURANT MaiKai Tijuana Taxi Co Sukhothai Se Llama Peru Mamacita’s Royal India The Palace Indian Restaurant MIAMI-DADE: BEST ETHNIC RESTAURANT David’s Cafe Versailles Restaurant Layali PALM BEACH: BEST ETHNIC RESTAURANT Stir Crazy Fresh Asian Grill Taste of India Pellegrino’s Ristorante Restaurante Brasil Cabo Flats Taverna Kyma MULTIPLE: BEST ETHNIC RESTAURANT Chipotle Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar Texas de Brazil Benihana La Carreta BROWARD: BEST AMERICAN RESTAURANT Green Spot Kitchen BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlour The Floridian Flashback Diner Restaurante Brasil Sublime The Tipsy Boar MIAMI-DADE: BEST AMERICAN RESTAURANT Big Pink GameTime The Big Cheese

PALM BEACH: BEST AMERICAN RESTAURANT DIG Brewzii Christopher’s Kitchen Boston’s on the Beach MULTIPLE: BEST AMERICAN RESTAURANT Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill Grand Lux Café Five Guys Burgers & Fries Steak ‘n Shake Dairy Queen BROWARD: BEST SEAFOOD RESTAURANT The Whale’s Rib Blue Moon Fish Company Bimini Boathouse Rustic Inn Sea Watch On the Ocean

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In our practice you will ďŹ nd Board CertiďŹ ed Physicians and Nurse Midwives who provide exceptional care! We are proud to deliver babies at West Boca Medical Center and Bethesda Memorial Hospital. Gynecologic Surgery Excellence Award 2013 from West Boca Medical Center

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May 23

Teddy Bear Affair Bring in yours for a Vet check-up 11am - 3 pm

Food Truck Safari 5 - 9 pm

Story Time: Every Saturday at 10:30am 1301 Summit Boulevard West Palm Beach Florida 33405 • 561.547.WILD(9453)

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PALM BEACH: BEST BURGER HiWay Burger Rebel House The Office BROWARD: BEST BREAKFAST Bagels & More First Watch Ocean’s 13 Mitch’s Westside Bagels MIAMI-DADE: BEST BREAKFAST GreenStreet Café Coral Bagels S&S Diner PALM BEACH: BEST BREAKFAST Benny’s on the Beach Dune Deck The Green Owl Juno Beach Café MULTIPLE: BEST BREAKFAST Blue Moon Diner Broadway Bagels Waffle House Cheesecake Factory IHOP The Original Pancake House Denny’s BROWARD: BEST KIDS EAT FREE Tijuana Taxi Company DiSalvo’s Pizza Quarterdeck’s Pizza Fusion Beef O’Bradys Dickey’s Barbecue MIAMI-DADE: BEST KIDS EAT FREE Di Papa’s Italian Restaurant Brother Jimmy’s BBQ Crave PALM BEACH: BEST KIDS EAT FREE Butterfield’s Southern Café Burger Bar Lucille’s Bad to the Bone BBQ Alabama Joe’s MULTIPLE: BEST KIDS EAT FREE Bru’s Room Cici’s Pizza Denny’s IHOP Steak ‘n Shake IKEA The Original Pancake House Moonlight Diner BROWARD: BEST PLACE TO KEEP YOUR KIDS ENTERTAINED DURING DINNER Beef O’Bradys The Wreck Bar’s mermaid show Mai Kai Rainforest Cafe MIAMI-DADE: BEST PLACE TO KEEP YOUR KIDS ENTERTAINED DURING DINNER Splitsville Samurai Japanese Steakhouse GameTime

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SUMMER CAMP Hollywood is the place to be this summer for

STEM camps

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Video Game Design • Computer Graphics & Animation Lego Robotics • Minecraft Chess • Rainbow Loom • Science Labs & More Check out Hollywood’s STEM Summer Camps at hollywoodfl.org/summercamps & make plans to sign up... these popular camps will fill up fast!

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PALM BEACH: BEST PLACE TO KEEP YOUR KIDS ENTERTAINED DURING DINNER Sushi Ray Japanese Restaurant Boomers MULTIPLE: BEST PLACE TO KEEP YOUR KIDS ENTERTAINED DURING DINNER Bru’s Room Chick-Fil-A Cool De Sac Benihana Dave and Busters Johnny Rockets BROWARD: BEST ER HOSPITAL Broward Health Medical Center Coral Springs Medical Center Holy Cross Hospital Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Memorial Regional Hospital Memorial Hospital West Memorial Hospital Miramar Northwest Medical Center MIAMI DADE: BEST ER HOSPITAL Baptist Children’s Hospital Kendall Regional Medical Center South Miami Hospital - Baptist Health Jackson Memorial Hospital Kendall Regional Medical Center Nicklaus Children’s Hospital (part of Miami Children’s Health System) Mount Sinai Medical Center Holtz Children’s Hospital PALM BEACH: BEST ER HOSPITAL Boca Raton Regional Hospital West Boca Medical Center Good Samaritan Medical Center Palm Beach Children’s Hospital at St. Mary’s Medical Center BROWARD: BEST PEDIATRICS HOSPITAL Chris Evert Children’s Hospital Memorial Hospital Miramar Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Plantation General Hospital MIAMI-DADE: BEST PEDIATRICS HOSPITAL Baptist Children’s Hospital Holtz Children’s Hospital Nicklaus Children’s Hospital (part of Miami Children’s Health System) PALM BEACH: BEST PEDIATRICS HOSPITAL Palm Beach Children’s Hospital at St. Mary’s Medical Center Boca Raton Regional Hospital The Children’s Hospital at Palm West West Boca Medical Center BROWARD: BEST MATERNITY HOSPITAL Broward Health Medical Center Coral Springs Medical Center Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Memorial Hospital Miramar Family Birthplace Memorial Regional Hospital Memorial Hospital Pembroke

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Memorial Hospital West Hospital Northwest Regional MIAMI-DADE: BEST MATERNITY HOSPITAL Jackson Memorial Hospital West Kendall Baptist Hospital Baptist Hospital of Miami South Miami Hospital - Baptist Health PALM BEACH: BEST MATERNITY HOSPITAL Bethesda Hospital East West Boca Medical Center Boca Raton Regional Hospital St. Marys Medical Center Good Samaritan Medical Center BROWARD: BEST URGENT CARE Broward Health Urgent Care Memorial Hospital Pembroke Urgent Care MIAMI-DADE: BEST URGENT CARE RiteCare Medical Center Miami Urgent Care Center Kids First by Dr. Swartz Urgent Care PALM BEACH: BEST URGENT CARE Urgent Care of the Palm Beaches Gardens Urgent Care FastER Kid Care MULTIPLE: BEST URGENT CARE After Hours Pediatric Urgent Care MD Now MedExpress Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Urgent Care (part of Miami Children’s Health System) Baptist Health Urgent Care BROWARD: BEST PHYSICIAN/MEDICAL OFFICE Children’s Medical Association Dr. Richard Presutti/Coral Springs Holistic Pediatrics Children’s Medical Center Dr. Michelle Lapayowker/Lovely Lady Gyn Dr. Steven Singer/Pediatric ENT of South Florida Dr. Mark Stavitsky/pediatrics, Childrens Medical Associates Dr. Diana Martinez/pediatric neurology, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Dr. Jason Adler/Pediatric Critical Care of South Florida Dr. Ivette D. Cubas, pediatrics Dr. Gennaro Selvaggi/Broward General Medical Center/Jackson Memorial Hospital MIAMI-DADE: BEST PHYSICIAN/MEDICAL OFFICE Dr. Valeria Salinas-Sanchez/Morningside Pediatrics Dr. Parul Jayaker/Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Dr. Beny Rub/Rub Pediatrics Dr. Bruce Eisenberg/Miami Beach Pediatrics Dr. Sharon Acosta/Pediatric Associates Dr. Alana Ginsburg/Pediatric Associates Dr. Ruben Gonzalez-Vallina, pediatric gastroenterology New Life OB/GYN

Services Offered:

Dr. Svetlana Maslyak

• Obstetrics: Normal or High Risk Pregnancy • Perinatel & Genetic Counseling

Dr. Shrusan Gray

• Infertility Work-Up & Management • Menopausal Care • Incontinence Therapy • Ultrasonography • Evaluation & Treatment of Breast Diseases • Minor Surgeries Performed On-site • Laboratory Services are Provided On-site • Contraception Management • Sterilization Services • Robotic Surgery • Botox & Fillers • Minimally Invasive In-Ofﬁce Procedures for Sterilization: ESSURE - Permanent, NEXPLANON-3yr Birth Control • Management of Urinary Incontinence & Pelvic Weakness • HYSTEROSALPINGOGRAM (HSG)

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Camp New Adventures • 5-12 yrs • On-site Swimming Pool • Exciting Field Trips • Sports Activities • Indoor Gymnasium • Weekly Special Events

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PALM BEACH: BEST EYE DOCTOR Dr. Lee Friedman, pediatric ophthalmology Dr. Lawrence D. Lampert, OD, developmental optometrist Eye Associates of Boca

Be Creative at the Art Museum's studio school! Register now: nsuartmuseum.org 4 West Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 954-262-0239

Funding for NSU Art Museum's AutoNation Academy of Art + Design provided by AutoNation. Additional support provided by Community Foundation of Broward, Joan and Milton Baxt Foundation, Friends of NSU Art Museum, Beaux Arts, Lillian S. Wells Foundation, Mary N. Porter Funds designated by the Community Foundation of Broward, Sanjuan-Brown Hollywood Arts Foundation Inc., PNC Foundation, Wells Fargo, Jerry Taylor and Nancy Bryant Foundation. The AutoNation Academy of Art + Design is also supported by a matching grant from the David and Francie Horvitz Family Foundation.

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PALM BEACH: BEST DENTIST/ORTHODONTIST The Children’s Dental Place of Boca Raton Dr. Frank J. Maye, DMD, pediatric dentistry Dr. Robert J. Shelling, DMD, orthodontics West Boca Dentistry for Children Children’s Dental Place

MIAMI-DADE: BEST EYE DOCTOR Stacey J. Kruger/M.D. & Associates Dr. Pauline Buck, OD Kendall Eye Institute

Painting, Drawing, Ceramics, Sculpture, Photography, Printmaking, Digital Arts, Fashion Design

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MIAMI-DADE: BEST DENTIST/ORTHODONTIST Dr. Margo Brilliant, DDS Dr. Jan Ziegler, DDS Dr. Richard C. Mariani, DMD, dentistry Miami Dental Care

BROWARD: BEST EYE DOCTOR Dr. Scott C. Cardone, MD, ophthalmology Dr. Mark A. Gendal, OD, optometry Dr. Kenneth O. Karp, MD, ophthalmology

Two-week sessions June 8 - August 14

BROWARD: BEST DENTIST/ORTHODONTIST Dr. Denis P. Trupkin, DDS, pediatric dentistry Jacaranda Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry Jacaranda Square Dentistry Dr. Alejandro Semidey, DMD/Semidey Dental

MULTIPLE: BEST DENTIST/ORTHODONTIST Main Street Children’s Dentistry Dental Care Group

CREATIVE SUMMER ART ACADEMY

Grades 1 - 12

PALM BEACH: BEST PHYSICIAN/MEDICAL OFFICE Dr. Carlo Zeidenweber, pediatric cardiologist Dr. Howard Gelb/Gelb Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center Dr. Melvyn Karp, pediatric surgeon Comprehensive Obstetrics & Gynecology Boca Raton Premier Women’s Healthcare Boca Raton

BROWARD: BEST SPECIAL NEEDS ORGANIZATION Alternative Education Foundation AEF Schools ARC Broward Early Steps Kidz Korner at Plantation Mailman Segal Center for Human Development at Nova Southeastern University The Puzzle Place Foundation

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MIAMI-DADE: BEST SPECIAL NEEDS ORGANIZATION Prescribed Pediatric Care Leap South Victory School South Florida Autism Charter School Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Rehabilitation Services (part of Miami Children’s Health System) PALM BEACH: BEST SPECIAL NEEDS ORGANIZATION Mountaineer School of Autism JCC Palm Beaches/ Boynton and Palm Beach Gardens Personal Ponies Ltd., Inc. MULTIPLE:BEST SPECIAL NEEDS ORGANIZATION MDA - Muscular Dystrophy Association Special Olympics BROWARD: BEST SWIM/ FITNESS PROGRAM AquaChamps Swim School Just Swim Inc. Mr. Blue’s Swim School Miramar Regional Park Mommicise Pine Crest School Aquatics Programs

Tamarii is Polynesian for children, a group for whom the Mai-Kai has always held a special fascination. Join us for our special 6 pm When Ordering From Our Special Kids Menu Tamaraiis will receive: • • • •

Complimentary Show to all Kids 12 and Under Complimentary Tropical Drink Complimentary Lei Complimentary Coloring Book

show on Sundays, when our children join the adult dancers on stage. During this show your children can even get into the act and learn a few steps. Come visit the Mai-Kai and see our idea of a family tradition.

Restaurant, Lounge & Polynesian Show 3599 N. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale • 954-563-3272 Call for show times. Reservations recommended. Tamarii menu is not valid in conjunction with other coupons. Visit our website: www.maikai.com

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MIAMI-DADE: BEST SWIM/ FITNESS PROGRAM Swim Gym Aquatic Center - Miami Dade College’s Kendall Campus Swim Kidz Mischa’s Fishes Swim School Ocaquatics Swim School AquaChild PALM BEACH: BEST SWIM/ FITNESS PROGRAM Quality Swim Kids 1st Swim School Small Fish Big Fish Swim School MULTIPLE: BEST SWIM/ FITNESS PROGRAM Little Swimmers British Swim School Baby Otter Swim School Tritan Tikes YMCA The Swim Academy BROWARD: BEST ARTS/ACADEMIC PROGRAMS City of Pembroke Pines Arts and Cultural Department College Direct Tutoring & Test Preparation Center Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theatre Paints N’ Cocktails Teatro Prometeo Craft It Young at Art

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save the date! Super summer kick-off event Sunday, June 7

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FFREE/OPEN TO THE PUBLIC A joint-use facility between Nova Southeastern University and the Broward County Board of County Commissioners

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forr Kids in Sp Spa pa anis nish! nish sh! h! Act, sing, dance AND practice Spanish while having fun! Professional teachers and end-of-term performance.

Summer classes for children! Miami Dade College’s Koubek Center! 2505 S.W. 3rd Street, Miami June 8-25, 2015, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Costo: $255 por semana o $700 por las 3 semanas

For more information call 305.237.3262, email prometeo@mdc.edu or visit teatroprometeo.org. Teatro Prometeo winner of the 2014 Kids Crown Award and Nominated as Best Arts / Academic program

MIAMI-DADE: BEST ARTS/ACADEMIC PROGRAMS SameTAG Television Arts Group Art South The Art Shack Miami Abrakadoodle Miami Children’s Museum PALM BEACH: BEST ARTS/ ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Delray Beach Center of the Arts Meet the Orchestra - Symphonia | Boca Raton’s program for children Showtime Boca The Studio at Arts Garage MULTIPLE: BEST ARTS/ACADEMIC,PROGRAMS Institute for Mathematics and Computer Science - IMACS Kumon Sylvan Learning International College Counselors Mathnasium BROWARD: BEST CHILDREN’S CLOTHING, SHOES AND ACCESSORIES Flora Ottimer Children’s Boutique MALI Boutique Baby Bling Street Pink and Blues MIAMI-DADE: BEST CHILDREN’S CLOTHING, SHOES AND ACCESSORIES Step By Step Peek-a-Boo Genius Jones Juice Box Liliane Roland Peek Kids Petit Amie Boy Meets Kids PALM BEACH: BEST CHILDREN’S CLOTHING, SHOES AND ACCESSORIES Snappy Turtle Spring Flowers Children’s Boutique Hibiscus Beach Kids Lil’ Rapunzels MULTIPLE: BEST CHILDREN’S CLOTHING, SHOES AND ACCESSORIES Denny’s Babies R Us Crazy 8 Janie & Jack Bonpoint Carter’s Children’s Place JCPenny Buy Buy Baby BROWARD: BEST SPORTS CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT (OR RETAILER) BC Surf & Sports Class Act Dance Wear All That Shimmers Dance and Active Wear SoccerMax Aysia’s Boutique

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MIAMI-DADE: BEST MATERNITY CLOTHING AND SERVICES The Gathering Place Miami Maternity Center PALM BEACH: BEST MATERNITY CLOTHING AND SERVICES Bellyicious Maternity The Palms Birth House Amazing Births MULTIPLE: BEST MATERNITY CLOTHING AND SERVICES Buy Buy baby A Pea in the Pod Destination Maternity Motherhood Maternity Target BROWARD: BEST CONSIGNMENT/TRADE Baby Posh Garage ABC A Resale Boutique for Children Lolliposh Consignment Sale MIAMI-DADE: BEST CONSIGNMENT/TRADE Peek-A-Boo Children’s and Maternity Preloved Boutique Little Green Moppet The Children’s Exchange PALM BEACH: BEST CONSIGNMENT/TRADE Will & Emma’s Closet

Show and Tell Consignment Store Red Balloon MULTIPLE: BEST CONSIGNMENT/TRADE Salvation Army Plato’s Closet Just Between Friends Consignment Sale MIAMI-DADE: BEST BABY AND KID’S FURNITURE Tutti Bambini Ideal Baby and Kids PALM BEACH: BEST BABY AND KID’S FURNITURE Prince & Princess Crib & Teen City GreenPath Baby MULTIPLE: BEST BABY AND KID’S FURNITURE Babies R Us Buy Buy Baby Rooms To Go Kids Bellini BROWARD: BEST MALL/PLACE TO SHOP Coral Square Mall Pompano Citi Centre Tower Shops The Galleria GameStop Pembroke Lakes Mall Sawgrass Mills mall Unique Wear Women’s Clothing Store Westfield Broward MIAMI-DADE: BEST MALL/PLACE TO SHOP Village of Merrick Park Dadeland Mall Aventura Mall Dolphin Mall The Falls shopping center Florida Keys Outlet Center PALM BEACH: BEST MALL/PLACE TO SHOP CityPlace Delray Marketplace Palm Beach Outlets Downtown at the Gardens Wellington Mall Town Center of Boca Raton MULTIPLE: BEST MALL/PLACE TO SHOP Trader Joe’s IKEA BROWARD: BEST PLACE TO BUY TOYS/ EDUCATIONAL TOYS Ace Educational Supplies PALM BEACH: BEST PLACE TO BUY TOYS/ EDUCATIONAL TOYS Playmobile Fun Park MULTIPLE: BEST PLACE TO BUY TOYS/EDUCATIONAL TOYS Learning Express Whole Foods

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My conclusion is simple. Moms are important! and her child. We called Mattie at her office. As soon as Jessie finished talking with her momma, life was back to normal, except for her less-toothy smile. Then Jessie and I went on our bike ride. My conclusion is simple. Moms are important! This morning, as I drove Jessie to school, she thanked me for my hanky. Dads are important, too. Now, how am I going to get my bloodstained handkerchief clean? I think I’ll call and ask my momma. Until next month, remember to cherish the moments.

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My teacher, Ms. Klapthor, rocks because she is awesome. Ms. Klapthor is always kind and never yells at us. She always teaches in a fun way and does cool experiments with us. Whenever there is a problem with bullying or problems with kids Anne Klapthor at recess, she is the best teacher to Fifth grade go to because she gives you a hug and goes through the problem step Dolphin Bay Elementary by step. Even if I have problems in other classes, I still go speak to her because she’s the most smooth and calm teacher in the world. Ms. Klapthor is a teacher that needs to be awarded with credit and recognition for her amazing job.

Ms. Kamber rocks because she is such a patient and kind teacher. She is creative in her daily lessons, as well as devising different plans to keep students focused on the task at hand. With her quick smile, she is fun to be around. She is fair, smart and has an abundance of common sense. All that, plus, she is a huge Florida Gator fan. Ms. Kamber is everything a kindergarten teacher should be! She nurtures every student in her class with her compassion, her humor and her gentle disposition. She is tough, but fair, and totally dedicated to the students in her Muppet class. Most importantly, she always encourages her class to work hard and be respectful of others. She is molding the children in her care to be self-motivating, upstanding future adults. Amy Kamber is a great educator!

Ms. Santana is an amazing teacher. I chaperoned on a trip and watched her with the kids. One child didn’t bring lunch, and she gave her lunch without a hesitation. She has so much patience with the kids and they love her as well. Ms. Santana ROCKS!!!!

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October Winners BROWARD COUNTY

Carmen Scholz 2nd grade Saint Helen Catholic School

PALM BEACH COUNTY

Lisa Lee Kindergarten Coral Reef Elementary

November Winners

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

BROWARD COUNTY

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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

Jacqueline Torres-Quinonez

Elana Militzok

Angela Santosuosso

Lottie Barrionuevo

Kindergarten/ 1st Grade Beachside Montessori Village Center

1st-5th grade Spanish Gulfstream Elementary

4th grade Calusa Elementary

Kindergarten Norland Elementary

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Michella Herman

Donna Ender

Allison Faehnle

Linda Blocker

Berania Sosa

Amy Tupper First grade Tropical Elementary School

Stephanie Houston

Keisha Thomas

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Christine Michaud Fourth grade Hidden Oaks Elementary

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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

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PALM BEACH COUNTY

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

Michelle Duke

Cynthia Lawson

Sonya River-Stevenson

John King

Kimberly Greenﬁeld

Raixa Rafuls

Fourth grade Mae M. Walters Elementary

Third grade Panther Run Elementary

Third grade Hammock Pointe Elementary

Fourth grade Skyway Elementary

May Winners

BROWARD COUNTY

First grade Reading ESE Markham Elementary Plumosa Elementary

First grade Boca Raton Charter School

BROWARD COUNTY

Third grade Miami Christian School

PALM BEACH COUNTY MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

Anne Klapthor

Amy Kamber

Fifth grade Dolphin Bay Elementary

Kindergarten Donna Klein Jewish Academy

Lisset Santana First grade Holy Cross Lutheran School

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Pompano Beach Derby Day. Horse show and fair. Pony rides and hay rides, bounce house, face paint, games, crafts, antique fire trucks, food trucks, and more. 10:30 a.m.2:30 p.m. Sand & Spurs Equestrian Park, 1600 NE 5th Ave., Pompano Beach. Ages 10 and up, $1. Activity prices vary. 954-7864133. pompanobeachfl.gov

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Superhero Safety Fair. Children’s entertainment, bounce house and slide, superhero face painting, fire truck tours, superhero swag bag for first 500 kids, giveaways, food, pony rides, and safety demonstrations. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Kendall Regional Medical Center, 11750 Bird Road, Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-222-2200 or KendallMed.com .

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LEGO: May The 4th Be With You. May 2-4. Build your own Starfighter, receive a special mission, and decorate and take home a paper helmet. The Lego Store, Sawgrass Mills mall, 12801 W. Sunrise Blvd., Space 1011, Sunrise. Free. 954-514-5806 Pirate Family Fun Day. See new pediatric area, adventure show, life-size pirate ship, parrots, food trucks, bounce house, crafts, fire truck and ambulance tours. Wear your pirate or mermaid costumes. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Broward Health Coral Springs, 3000 Coral Hills Drive, Coral Springs. Free. 954-344-3344 Pompano Beach Derby Day. Horse show and fair. Pony rides and hay rides, bounce house, face paint, games, crafts, antique fire trucks, food trucks, and more. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sand & Spurs Equestrian Park, 1600 NE 5th Ave., Pompano Beach. Ages 10 and up, $1. Activity prices vary. 954-786-4133. pompanobeachfl.gov Pompano Citi Centre Family Fun Day. Robot builds, food demonstration, storytelling, $1 carousel rides, and raffle. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Pompano Citi Centre, 1955 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach. Free. PompanoCitiCentre.com.

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Barnes & Noble Storytime. “What Do You Do With an Idea?” book reading and activities. 11 a.m. Check website for locations. barnesandnoble.com

Weekend Fun at Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market. Petting zoo, feeding area, pony rides, and bounce house. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 10066 Lee Road, Boynton Beach. Free. 561-733-5490 Boot, Scoot and Baseball. Palm Beach Cardinals vs. Jupiter Hammerheads. Country style at Roger Dean Stadium. Face painting, hay bale family pictures, farm animals, learn to lasso, line dancing, and country music throughout the game. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Roger Dean Stadium, 4751 Main St., Jupiter. $9. 561-775-1818

» mother’s day events MOTHER’S DAY AT THE FALLS

April 30. “Indulge, Fashion + Fun For Moms.” Summer fashion presentation, food, cocktails, entertainment, silent auction and scavenger hunt with in-store events and giveaways. 6-9 p.m. The Falls, 8888 SW 136th St, Miami. Free. 305-255-4570 WILLIAMS-SONOMA JUNIOR CHEFS CLASSES

May 2. Ages 5-12. Cook and prepare foods from the cookbook, “52 New Foods.” Village at Gulfstream Park, 501 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach. Free. 954-4549261 or thevillageatgulfstreampark.com BEAUTIFUL BOXES

May 2. Grades 6-12. Decorate a small hinged wooden box with paint, beads and jewels as beautiful gift for Mother’s Day. 2:30-4 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. Free. RSVP. 561-470-1600 MOTHER’S DAY TEA

May 4. The theme is “Every Woman Committed.” 6-7:30 p.m. Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library, 2800 NW 9th Court, Pompano Beach. $10 donation. 954-357-7670 MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL FOR TOTS

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May 5. Ages 2 & older. Stories, movie and craft to give Mom. 2-2:45 p.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. Free. RSVP. 561-894-7500

12th Annual Love-In Party in the Park. Con-

IT’S MOTHER’S DAY!

3 SUNDAY certs and other activities. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, hula hoops, and Frisbees. 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Greynolds Park, 18500 NE 22nd Ave., North Miami Beach. $20, Ages 12 and under free. 305-945-3425

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Be Kind to Animals. Each week guests will be introduced to a featured animal. 11 a.m. Sundays. Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital 3000 Sportsplex Dr. Coral Springs. Donations appreciated. 954-752-9453 or sawgrassnaturecenter.org Classic Car Round-Up. Classic cars, arts and crafts, petting farm, food trucks, kids zone and live entertainment. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 4271 Davie Road, Davie. Free. 877-408-9499

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Mani Glam Day. Mothers and daughters paint each other’s nails. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. Free. RSVP. 561-304-4500

Zoo Tots: Night and Day Fun. Ages 3-5. Come dressed pajamas observe nocturnal animals. 11:30 a.m.1 p.m. and 2:30-4 p.m. $12 per child, 1 free adult per 2 children. Additional adult $8 per session. Zoo Miami, 1 Zoo Blvd., 12400 SW 152 St., Miami. zoomiami.org

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Tiny Tots Play Time. Ages 6 months-3. Balls, mats, tunnels, and listening to music. 9:30-10:45 a.m. Recreation Complex, 4455 Sol Press Blvd., Coconut Creek. Residents $10, non-residents $15. RSVP. 954-956-1580.

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May the Fourth Be with You. Ages 6 and up. Star Wars Read Day. Dress up and make handmade sabers. Stories, photo ops, video viewing and more. 4-5 p.m.

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CARD CREATIONS FOR MOM

May 7. Ages 5-10. All materials provided. 4-4:45 p.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. Free. RSVP. 561-790-6030 MOTHER’S DAY

May 7. Ages 5-12. Mother’s Day arts and crafts. 3:30-4:30 p.m. 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. Free. 305-375-2665 MOTHER’S DAY OUT

May 7. Signature blowout and seasonal

MOTHER’S DAY AT CORAL SQUARE MALL

May 7. “Indulge, Fashion + Fun For Moms.” Shopping, fashion show, makeovers. 6-8 p.m. Coral Square Mall, 9469 W. Atlantic Blvd., Coral Springs. Free. 954-755-5550 MOTHER’S DAY AT DADELAND MALL

May 7. “Indulge, Fashion + Fun For Moms.” Preview of summer fashions, food, cocktails, makeup demonstrations, shopping specials, entertainment and raffle prizes. 6-8 p.m. Dadeland Mall, 7535 N. Kendall Drive, Miami. Free. 305-665-6227 MOTHER’S DAY AT MIAMI INTERNATIONAL MALL

May 7. “Indulge, Fashion + Fun For Moms.” Trend show, food tastings, mojito mixology station, express makeup, mini massages, entertainment, silent auction and prizes. 6-8 p.m. Miami International Mall, 1455 NW 107th Ave., Doral. Free. 305-593-1777 MOTHER’S DAY AT BOYNTON BEACH MALL

May 9. “Indulge, Fashion + Fun For Moms.” DJ, free makeovers, sampling, fitness, food, refreshments and giveaways. 5-7 p.m. Boynton Beach Mall, 801 N. Congress Ave., Boynton Beach. Free. 561-736-7902 MOTHER’S DAY CRAFT PROGRAM

May 9. Ages 5-12. RSVP. 3:30-4:30 p.m. International Mall Branch Library, 10315 NW 12th St., Doral. 305-594-2514 MOTHER/CHILD CRAFT-N-SNACK

May 9. Grades 3-6. Time with Mom while making duct tape flowers. Snacks provided. 2:30-3:30 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. Free. RSVP. 561-470-1600 MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST

May 9. Breakfast featuring entertainment and raffles. 9-11 a.m. Marjorie and William McDonald Center, 17051 NE 19th Ave., North Miami Beach. RSVP. 305-948-2957

Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. Free. RSVP. 561-894-7500

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May 7. Ages 3-5. Stories, music, dancing and games. Bring in pictures for a Mother’s Day craft. 10:45-11:45 a.m. West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. Free. RSVP. 561-734-5556

treatment. Complimentary refreshments. 10 a.m.-noon. Hair Studio Arts at Delray Marketplace, 14851 Lyons Road, Delray Beach. $30. RSVP. 561-865-4613

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LEGO Monthly Mini Model Build. Ages 6-14 Build a mini model and take it home. 5 p.m. until supplies last. First Tuesday of the month. Aventura Mall, 19575 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Free. 305-792-7395

Developmental Milestones and Indications for Testing. Information session to understand developmental milestones. Assessments reviewed and discussed. 6-7:30 p.m. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Michael Fux Family Center, 3100 SW 62nd Ave., Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-662-8282 or wendy.johnson@mch.com

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» mother’s day events May 9. Ages 4 & older. Stories, songs and crafts. 11-11:45 a.m. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. Free. RSVP. 561-894-7500

come, too. RSVP. 10:3011:30 a.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Free. 954765-1585

AMAZING MOM AND SON CHALLENGE

MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND

May 9. Moms may bring sons of any age to compete. Divisions start at 5 years old, up to adults. This timed event will take teams throughout downtown Delray Beach. Teams must work together to perform tasks at designated locations before moving on to the next site. Lunch and prizes following the race. Mandatory Captain’s Meeting on May 5. Check in 8:30 a.m. Delray Beach Community Center, 50 NW 1st Ave., Delray Beach. $15; ages 17 and under, $8. 561-243-7277 or beardsleyd@mydelraybeach.com

May 9-10. Gilded Age-style lunch of tea sandwiches, scones, sweets and the Museum’s Whitehall Special Blend tea served on Whitehall Collection china. Each mother will receive a keepsake photograph, a rose, and a $10 gift card to the Museum Store. 11:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Saturday, 12-3 p.m. Sunday. Flagler Museum, One Whitehall Way, Palm Beach. Member mother and child (any age), $60; non-member and child (any age), $100. 561-655-2833

MOM’S DAY SPECIAL

CONNOISSEUR GARDEN TOUR

May 9. Self-guided tour of private gardens. Members $20, non-members, $25. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach. 561-233-1750 MOTHER’S DAY TEA PARTY

May 9. Ages 1-6. Songs, treats and a special performance by Billy Joe Bob. Dress in your best. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. Free. 954-357-6733 MOTHER’S DAY PROGRAM

May 9. Ages 1-6. Honor Moms with stories, songs, refreshments and crafts. Dads wel-

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH AT FLAMINGO GARDENS

May 10. Dine al fresco while enjoying live piano. Mother’s priced brunch ticket available only with another regular priced brunch ticket. Brunch tickets include admission to Flamingo Gardens and the African Violet Show. 10-2 p.m. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. Mothers and members, $34.95; ages 12 and up, $44.95, ages 3-11, $29.95. 954-473-2955 or flamingogardens.org MOTHER’S DAY SURPRISE

May 10. Ages 5 & older. Make mothers a spe-

cial gift. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. Free. RSVP. 561-304-4500 MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH AT FAIRCHILD

May 10. Brunch hosted by Creative Tastes Catering. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables. Call for prices. 305-256-8399 MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH IN THE JUNGLE

May 10. Featuring bottomless mimosas and brunch with traditional brunch favorites, salads, kids’ favorites and desserts. Jungle Island admission included with brunch. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami. $62.25; Ages 3-10, $43.25. RSVP. 305-400-7000

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Mom And Me Design Night. Includes a cotton

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May 10. Lion Country Safari offers free admission to moms on Mother’s Day. One mom per vehicle, with coupon from the park’s website. 561-793-1084 or lioncountrysafari.com MOTHER’S DAY ORIGAMI

May 10. Learn to make origami flowers. Free with museum admission. 12-3 p.m. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. $15; Kids $9; under 6, free. 561-495-0233 SWEETS &TREATS

May 10. Celebrate Mother’s Day at Coral Castle. Free with price of admission. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Castle Museum, 28655 S. Dixie Highway, Miami. $15; ages 7-12, $7. 305248-6345 or coralcastle.com MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH

May 10. Dishes and desserts provided by Chef David Schwadron Catering. Tour the Stone House and historic Richmond Cottage and the estate. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Miami. RSVP. $12; ages 4-14, $7. 305-2351668 ext. 233. NOODLE NECKLACES

May 13. Ages 6-11. Create noodle necklaces and jewelry for Moms. 3:30-4:15 p.m. Wellington Branch Library, 1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington. Free. RSVP. 561-790-6070

Japanese Children’s Day Celebration. Ages 7-11. Make a carp windsock, a Japanese style bookmark, and listening to a kamishibai tale. 4-4:45 p.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. Free. RSVP. 561-790-6030

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Train & Play. Ages 5-9. Training with drills and fundamentals. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Rock Crushers Basketball Training, 15420 SW 136th St., Unit 10, Miami. 305-235-4993. $10 per hour.

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Noon Tunes. Live music, and food available for purchase. 12-1:30 p.m. Every Wednesday through May 27. Huizenga Plaza, 32 East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. fortlauderdale.gov

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shirt to design and the basics of using a sewing machine. RSVP. 6:30 -8:30 p.m. First Thursday of the month. EcoShanty, 124 Bridge Road, Tequesta. $25. 561-460-8913

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Aventura Arbor Day. Dedication to Arbor Day through art, music and dance. 9:30 a.m. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188 St., Aventura. 305-466-8930 or cityofaventura.com

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ArtsPark Funtastic Fridays and Movie Night. Lilo & Stitch - PG Bounce house, face painters, and more. Lawn seating. 5 p.m. Movie begins at 8 p.m. Fridays. ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Cir, Hollywood. Free admission. 954-921-3500

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Sushi & Stroll Summer Walks. Explore Morikami’s Japanese gardens. Taiko drumming performances, at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets an additional $2. 5:30 p.m. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. $6-$8 561-495-0233

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Barnes & Noble Mother’s Day Storytime.

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Bark & Read. Ages 4-12. Children can read stories to Flora, a licensed therapy greyhound. 3:30-4:30 p.m. West Kendall Regional Library, 10201 Hammocks Blvd., Miami. Free. 305 385 7135

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Food Truck Invasion. 5-10 p.m. First Thursday of the month. Quiet Waters Park, 401 S Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach. Free. broward.org Free State Test Prep Session. Grades 6 – 8. FSA Test Prep 2:30-4 p.m. Mathnasium of Pembroke Pines, 14946 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. 954-885-9594 or pembrokepines@mathnasium.com

“Mom School and How to Babysit a Grandma.” Book reading and activities. 11 a.m. Check website for locations. barnesandnoble.com Traditional Ink Painting Class for Kids. Ages 8-12. Learn basic brush strokes of traditional Japanese and Chinese ink painting. RSVP. 11 a.m.-Noon. Miami Springs Branch Library, 401 Westward Drive, Miami Springs; 3-4 p.m. Naranja Branch Library, 14850 SW 280 St., Homestead. Free. 305-242-2290 Fun French Storytime. Ages 3-9. A story read in French and practice French vocabulary for beginners. 3:30-4:30 Palmetto Bay Branch Library, 17641 Old Cutler Road, Palmetto Bay. Free. 305-232-1771

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» fairs & festivals ALL KIDS INCLUDED FAMILY ARTS FESTIVAL

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May 2. Interactive arts experiences, activities and cultural experiences for children of all abilities. South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center, 10950 SW 211 St., Cutler Bay. Free. 786-573-5300 or smdcac.org FORT LAUDERDALE FRINGE FESTIVAL

May 2. Theater, dance, puppetry, and spoken word festival. Street Fair featuring food trucks, street artists, performers, vendors and activities for children. Noon-10 p.m., kickoff event at 11 a.m. Willis Holcombe Downtown Center Broward, 111 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Tickets $5-$10. Fortlauderdalefringe.com

May 2. Mariachi bands, local Hispanic bands, folkloric dances, children’s area with arts, crafts and games, Mexican and other food vendors, and merchandise vendors. 11 a.m.midnight Delray Center for the Arts, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. delraycenterforthearts.org. SUNFEST

Through May 3. Florida’s largest waterfront music and art fest. Bands for all ages and genres, food and art. Intracoastal Waterway in downtown West Palm Beach. Festival grounds on Flagler Drive from Banyan Boulevard to Lakeview Drive. $40; Kids 6-12, $12. 561-659-5980 or sunfest.com COMICS FEST CORAL SPRINGS

COLOR FUN FEST

May 2. All ages event. Part color festival, part 5k run/walk. After the daytime color run, black lights will be turned on to transition into a nighttime 5k color run. Finishline festival with DJs, vendors, food and the “Epicolor Toss.” Day wave 6 p.m., Night wave 8 p.m. Sun Life Stadium, 2269 NW 199th St., Miami Gardens. Register online by April 29 at colorfunfest5k.com. Runners are $60 online (or $20 with code COLORFULPARENT), $75 at event; Runners 12 and under free online, $10 at event; Festival only, $10. More information at info@colorfunfest.com

May 9. Coral Springs Museum of Art’s first comic/anime convention. Special guests artists, artist alley, comic/collectible vendors, cosplay, panels, gaming room/tournament, photo op areas, quick draw contest, Pop & Comic Art Exhibition and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. $10; ages 5 and under free. 954-340-5000 or coralspringsmuseum.org ASIAN-PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE CELEBRATION

May 9-10. Enjoy dance shows, music, food tasting, cultural games, demonstrations, and

arts and crafts showcasing the cultures of Asia and the South Pacific. 12-4 p.m. Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. Free with museum admission of $14; ages 2-12, $12. 954-467-6637 FIFTH ANNUAL KIDS TO PARKS DAY

May 16. Kindergarten-5th grade. Enjoy a morning of fun activities, such as a nature walk, sand volleyball, basketball, tennis and more. Dress for outdoor activities. RSVP. 9-11 a.m. Winston Park, 5201 NW 49th Ave., Coconut Creek. Free. 954-545-6604 or 954-545-6682. Register at coconutcreek. net/webtrac SOUL FOOD FESTIVAL

May 16. Featuring award-winning chefs. Food, beverages, marketplace, displays, interactive stations, games, photos and interactive activities. Performers include The Whispers, Chante Moore, Michel’le, StephaMovie Night Series. “Book of Life.” Bring chairs and blankets. 7 p.m. Founders Park, 3105 NE 190 St., Aventura. Free. 305-466-8008 or cityofaventura.com

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Barnes & Noble Mother’s Day Storytime. “Mom School and How to Babysit a Grandma.” Book reading and activities. 11 a.m. Check website for locations. barnesandnoble.com Saturday Under the Stars. Bring your own telescope. Observatory open from sunset until midnight. Weather permitting. Free. Fox Observatory, 16001 State Road 84, Sunrise. 954-384-0442 for directions Hansel and Gretel. Ages 6 and up. Musical puppet rendition of the classic folk tale with puppet craft. 2-3 p.m. NSU Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., in Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-262-4600

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Play Outdoors Unplugged Event. “Let’s Get Physical.” Games, yoga, karate, stories and exercises to music. Snacks and water provided. 9-10:30 a.m. Barrier Free Park, 3111 S. Congress Ave., Boynton Beach. Free. 561-742-6243 or boynton-beach.org Delray Beach Greenmarket. Over 60 vendors. Last greenmarket of the season. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Old School Square Park, NE 2nd Ave. Delray Beach. 561-276-7511 or delraycra.org/greenmarket

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Sunday Contemporary Service 8:15am Sunday School / Bible Study 9:30am Sunday Traditional Service 10:45am Celebrate Recovery Tuesday 7:00pm www.epiphanyworth.com www.facebook.com/epiphanylakeworth

Fun Days at The Little Farm. Pony rides, petting farm, tour of farm and butterfly garden. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Weekends. The Little Farm, 13401 SW 224th St., Goulds. $10. RSVP. 305-258-3186

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Farm Tours. Animals interact with those who are suffering from anxiety, depression, and Asperger’s Syndrome. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. HAPPI Farm, 17800 SW 52nd Court, Southwest Ranches. $10 per child. RSVP. 954-629-8133 or marielim@happifarm.org

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nie Mills and Guy featuring Aaron Hall. $35$68. Gates open at 2 p.m., showtime 4 p.m. Virginia Key Beach Park, 4020 Virginia Beach Drive, Miami. Ilovesoulfood.com FLORIDA EMANCIPATION DAY MINI FESTIVAL

May 16. Old Dillard Museum commemorates Emancipation Day in a fun-filled, family friendly, indoor/outdoor event that celebrates the struggles and triumphs of the AfricanAmerican people. 1-5 p.m. Dillard Center For the Arts, 2501 NW 11th St, Fort Lauderdale. Free. 754-322-8828 FESTIVAL DEL MAR

May 17. Celebration of the ocean and Latin American cultural traditions. Live music, cultural dance performances, bilingual feeding shows and touch tank demonstrations, storytime, and arts and crafts. 12-2 p.m. South Florida Science Center, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach. $16.95; under 12 free. 561-832-1988 or sfsciencecenter.org KEY LARGO MUSIC FEST

May 14-17. Original performances of pop, rock, blues, jazz and country. Festival kicks off at 3 p.m. May 14, at Snapper’s Waterfront Restaurant, 139 Seaside Ave. Free admission; $45 VIP Musicians Sunset Cruise at 5:30 p.m. Sunday. keylargooriginalmusicfest.com MEMORIAL DAY KIDZ FEST

May 25. Displays and activities, rides, games,

food trucks and a DJ. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. $18; Ages 4-11, $10. 954-473-2955. TATTOO MANIA II

May 29-31. Three-day event with kids corner, artist seminars, live music, graffiti wall, tattoo contests and awards, a fashion show, indoor car show and more. First 500 Attendees receive 1-day free pass Friday only. Noon-midnight Friday and Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday. Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. Daily pass, $25; 3-day pass, $60; kids 12 and under, free. 561-723-0172 or tattoomaniawpb.com DEERFIELD BEACH WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL

May 30. Family-friendly event with restaurateurs, private caterers and food trucks. Craft beers and specialty wines, cooking demonstrations, garden market, on-site wine store, business and retail shopping bazaar, and the Blue Wave Kids Zone. Live entertainment and dancing. 1 p.m. Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach. $15; Youth $7; kids 10 and under free. 561-3387594 GREAT AMERICAN BEACH PARTY

May 23. Family activities including music, beach games, a classic car show and a sand castle contest. 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Along Fort Lauderdale Beach. fortlauderdale.gov

ABOUT OUR CALENDAR

South Florida Parenting strives to bring readers the most complete listing of activities for families. However, last-minute changes and errors do occur. Some programs are subject to change without notice. We strongly suggest you double-check the details before setting out on your outing. And please be sure to register when required.

TO SUBMIT ITEMS E-MAIL: calendar@sfparenting.com FAX: 954-429-1207 MAIL: South Florida Parenting Calendar 6501 Nob Hill Road Tamarac, FL 33321 • Include the name of event, location, address, date, time, brief description, price and a telephone contact for the public. • Items must be submitted six weeks before the beginning of the month in which the event occurs. • Preference is given to nonprofit or community-based events and events of broad appeal to families, particularly those that are free or low-cost.

Please check all events listed, as some may have changed because of weather or other events after press time. For calendar updates, visit our Web site, www.southfloridaparenting.com.

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Sunday Movies. Check website for movie title. $1 includes beverage & popcorn. 11 a.m. Sugar Sand Park Community Center, 300 S Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561347-3900 or SugarSandPark.org Empty the Shelter Event. Adoption fees waived for all animals. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League, 3100/3200 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach. 561-686-3663

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Adrienne Arsht Center Farmers Market. Food, workshops, music and cooking demonstrations. 4-8 p.m. Mondays. 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami.

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Wags and Tales. Ages 5-12. children to read age-

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Lake Worth Food Truck Invasion. 6-10 p.m. Second Monday of the month. Cultural Plaza, Lake Worth. Free. lakeworth.org or foodtruckinvasion.com

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Family Night. Bilingual story time and crafts. 6:307:30 p.m. Tuesdays. JFK Library, 190 West 49th St., Hialeah. 305-821-2700

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Family Nights With Food Trucks. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Every Tuesday. Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Free. 954-357-5135

✔ Small class size ✔ Challenging curriculum ✔ Computer Coding and Design ✔ McKay Scholarship accepted ✔ Art, Music, PE, Yoga ✔ Energetic, certiﬁed teachers ✔ 8th grade beginning in 2016-2017 ✔ Small group Speech, OT, and Music Therapies (K-2nd)

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appropriate short story to an Animal Assisted Therapy Dog. 4-5 p.m. NSU Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., in Fort Lauderdale. Free. RSVP. 954-262-4600

A private K - 8th grade school for students performing at or above grade level who have minor learning differences or difﬁculty adapting to the social rigors of traditional schools.

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Toddler Tuesday. A South Florida Parenting Kids Fun Event. Crafts, bubbles, LEGOs, characters, and bounce house. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Second Tuesday of the month. Delray Marketplace, 14851 Lyons Road, Delray Beach. Free. 561-865-4613

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Broadway’s high-flying, death-defying hit musical. Full of acrobatics, magical feats and soaring songs from the composer of Wicked. pippinthemusical.com Through May 3 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. Starting at $25. 561-832-7469 or kravis.org Through May 12 at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Starting at $34.75. 954-462-0222 or browardcenter.org A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD

THE MAGNIFICENTS

Through May 3. An extraordinary family that brings magical entertainment to adoring audiences. As their glory and popularity begin to fade, the aging star of the show takes a young boy under his wing and teaches him all his tricks – and much more. Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd, Miami. $50 305-949-6722 or arshtcenter.org THE ADDAMS FAMILY

Through May 3. The Addams Family – A New Musical Comedy. “A close knit, loving family, with a few odd quirks – and a definite affinity for the bizarre and macabre.” Sol Theatre, 3333 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton. $25; Students $10. 561-4478829 or eveningstarproductions.org

May 1-3. Based on Arnold Lobel’s books and score by Robert and Willie Reale, this show follows two friends – the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad – through four seasons. Sensory-friendly show 7 p.m. Friday, May 1; 3 p.m. Saturday. Banyan Bowl, 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest. $5-$10. 305274-3595 THE SLEEPING BEAUTY

May 1-3. Classical ballet staged by Dan Guin, with the original choreography of Marius Petipa, and set to the music of Peter Tchaikovsky. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. $25-$35. FAU Dorothy F. Schmidt University Theater, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton. 561995-0709 DOG LOVES BOOKS

May 2. Louise Yates’ best-seller comes to life in a musical about the irresistible Dog who loves everything about books. He loves books

so much that he decides to open his own bookstore. 2 p.m. Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, 1770 Monroe St., Hollywood. Free. 954-921-3439 CURIOUS GEORGE

May 2. “All-You-Can-Eat Meatball Day.” Join Curious George in this new musical. 1 a.m. Duncan Theatre, Palm Beach State College, 4200 Congress Ave., Lake Worth. $10. 561868-3309 CHILDREN VIOLINISTS AT “TEDDY BEAR PICNIC”

May 2. Children violinists, ages 2 and up, from the Suzuki Music Academy make a return appearance at “Teddy Bear Picnic” – animated storytelling where children become part of the fun. Bring your teddy bear, lunch and a blanket to enjoy the picnic in the Plantation children’s library courtyard area. 11:30 a.m. Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library, 501 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Free. 954-7972140 MARY POPPINS A CONTEMPORARY BALLET

May 2-3. Dance Theater of Florida presents their adaptation of “Mary Poppins,” based on the books by P.L. Travers. 7 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Dance Theater of Florida area inside of the Florida School for Dance Education, 4100 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens. $22 . 561-627-9797

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Toddler and Preschool Storytime. Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and preschoolers. 10:30-11 a.m. Shenandoah Branch Library, 2111 SW 19 St., Miami. Free. 305-250-4688

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Nature Explorers. Ages 3-5. Story time, live animal visit, and a craft. 1-2 p.m. Wednesdays. Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital 3000 Sportsplex Dr. Coral Springs. Members, $5; Guests, $8. RSVP. 954-752-9453

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Measles: What Parents Need to Know. Presentation about measles and the measles vaccine. Kids welcome. Snacks served. 10 a.m. Bethesda Hospital West, 9655 W. Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach. Free. RSVP. 561-737-7733, ext. 84405 or BethesdaWeb.com.

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Character Storytime. “The Rainbow Fish” by Marcus Pfister. Parachute activity, and dot marker paper fish craft. 10-11 a.m. Second Thursday of the month. Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. 305-935-1110

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Concerts in the Park. Live music, bounce house, and

food trucks. 6-9 p.m. Second Thursdays of the month. Old Davie School Bandshell, 6650 Griffin Road, Davie. Free. 954-797-1166

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LEGO Club. Ages 6-12. Build something from Star Wars. Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach. Free. RSVP. 561-894-7500

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Target Free Third Friday. The Miami Children’s Museum is free every third Friday of the month. Due to space - no strollers please. 3-9 p.m. Miami Children’s

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May 3. “ Master Quest.” 90-piece orchestra and choir and giant screen. James L Knight Center, 400 SE 2nd Ave., Miami. $45- $120. 305-416-5978 or ticketmaster.com NITRO CIRCUS LIVE

May 6. Forty action-sports athletes performing tricks and stunts in freestyle motocross, BMX and skate, using tricycles, snow skis, bath tubs and even a Barbie Car, all launched off the 50-foot-high Nitro Gigant-A-Ramp. 7:30 p.m. BB&T Center, 2555 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise. $39-$99. ticketmaster.com DOKTOR KABOOM: LIVE WIRE!

May 8. Interactive, one-man, science-variety show blends theater arts, comedy and suspense with scientific exploration. Lap tickets available. 10 a.m. Parker Playhouse, 707 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale. $7. 954-462-0222. SHREK THE MUSICAL

May 8-17. Musical brings the characters from the film to life on stage. Showtimes vary. Dave & Mary Alper JCC, 11155 SW 112th Ave., Miami. $20-25. 305-274-3595

p.m. Saturday. Coral Gables Youth Center Theater, 405 University Drive, Coral Gables. $12-$15. 305-274-3595 DINOSAUR TRAIN LIVE

May 9. Based on the television show. Interactive and immersive trip back in time to an age when dinosaurs roamed the earth and rode in trains. 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Free pre-show musical performance by School Of Rock, 9 a.m. and noon in the Dreyfoos Lobby. Dreyfoos Concert Hall, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. $10-$45. 561-832-7469. ANNIE JR.

May 9. Guest production presented by Dance Arts Conservatory based on the Tony Awardwinning musical “Little Orphan Annie.” 3 p.m., 7 p.m. Crest Theatre, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. $18-22. 561-243-7922 CHARLOTTE’S WEB

May 9-23. Join Wilbur, Charlotte and Templeton the Rat as they sing songs in this musical version of Charlotte’s Web. “All Kids Included” sensory-friendly performance 11 a.m. May 16. 2 p.m. Saturdays. Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables. $13-$20. 305-444-9293.

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May 8-9. Based on Arnold Lobel’s books and score by Robert and Willie Reale, this show follows two friends – the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad – through four seasons. 7 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. and 2 Museum, 80 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. 305-373-5437 ext. 100 or ext. 145

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Tunes ‘N Trucks. The Rock Show. Tribute to the music of the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. 6 p.m. Sunrise Civic Center, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. Free. 954-747-4600 or sunrisefl.gov Parents Night Out. Kids Night At The Museum. Kids explore the museum, creating art, play games, watch movies and more. Bring a pillow or blanket wear pajamas. Pizza dinner and a popcorn snack included. 6-11 p.m. Young At Art Museum, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie. Members $35; Guests, $40. RSVP. 954-424-0085

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Evening On The Avenue. Music, food trucks, art, specialty vendors. 6-10 p.m. First and third Friday of the month. Lake Worth Cultural Plaza, 414 Lake Ave., Lake Worth. Free. lakeworth.org

Keep Doral Beautiful. Hurricane resources, kid’s corner, food trucks, rain barrel raffles and more. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Downtown Doral Park, 8395 NW 53 St., Doral. Free. 305.593.6740 or cityofdoral.com Pet Supermarket Adoption Outreach. 12-3 p.m. Pet Supermarket, 2720-A South Dixie Highway, Miami. 305-529-1800 Art in the Park Music Festival. Food trucks, live music, and artwork available for purchase. 3-8 p.m. Ed Burke Recreation Center, 11400 NE 9th Court Biscayne Park. Free admission. 305-893-3711 or biscayneparkfl.gov

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May 13. Free lap tickets for children 12 months and under. 6:30 p.m. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St., Aventura. $10. 877-311-7469 or aventuracenter.org

May 14. Band of more than 70 musicians of all ages that perform Broadway tunes, marches and popular music. 7:30 p.m. Boynton Beach Civic Center, 128 E Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach. $7. 561-742-6240, or boynton-beach.org SPOTLIGHT ON YOUNG MUSICIANS

May 15. A Kravis Center community outreach event. 7 p.m. Dreyfoos Concert Hall, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. $12. 561-832-7469. AVENTURA CITY OF EXCELLENCE SCHOOL’S TALENT SHOWCASE

Mat 21-22. Students from ACES sing, dance and play instruments. Free lap tickets for children 12 months and under. 6:30 p.m. Thursday, 1:30 and 4 p.m. Friday. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St., Aventura. $10. 877-311-7469 or aventuracenter.org DANCE THROUGH THE AGES

May 31. All ages. Celebrating 10 years of dancing. Variety of dance styles and music from ballet to tap, jazz to hip hop, musical theater to contemporary. Lap tickets available. 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar. $21. 954-602-4500

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Students are Challenged to work above Grade Level. PE everyday, Foreign Language, Enrichment Classes. • Honor Roll Curriculum • Reasonable Tuition • Computer Internet Programs

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Moonlit Movies. Music, games, bounce houses, food. 3 p.m. Movie begins at sunset. Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park. 954-630-4507 Pony Rides. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Third Saturday of the month. Sand and Spurs Equestrian Park, 1600 NE Fifth Ave., Pompano Beach. Free parking. $3 per ride. 954786-4133

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Train Rides at Tradewinds Park. Steam train engine rides. Third Saturday of the month. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. $1.50 per ride cash only. 954-357-8720

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Barnes & Noble Storytime. “Ballet Cat The Totally Secret Secret.” book reading and activities. 11 a.m. Check website for locations. barnesandnoble.com Save the Tiger 5K. Registration includes Zoo admission and three ½-price discount coupons. Register online. 7:30-10:30 a.m. Palm Beach Zoo, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. 561-547-9453 or palmbeachzoo.org Endangered Species Day. Games, crafts, feeding, releases, and enrichment activities throughout the day. Coupon available in magazine. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Lion Country Safari Road, Loxahatchee. $31.50, Ages 3-9, $23. $7 parking. 561-793-1084

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MCM EXPLORERS SUMMER CAMP

Fly with us as we go around the world on an intellectual discovery. Get to know other cultures through their foods, art forms, history and folklore. Meet foreign artists and go on exciting field trips.

Children Pre Pre-K K (4) to 5th Grade $198 Members | $220 Non-Members per week $25 Before Care | $60 After Care for the week

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WE BRING THE FIELD TRIP TO YOU FLIPANY offers physical activity, nutrition and cooking programs for children, teens and families to learn the skills necessary to lead a healthy life. To learn more about our various GROUP CLASSES and OUT-OF-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES please call or visit us online.

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Omote-Senke-style tea ceremony. Tickets sold the day of the event only. $5 with paid museum admission. Noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Tea House, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. 561-495-0233

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Gold Coast Train Rides. 20-minute train rides on the “Edwin Link Children’s Railroad” or Link train. 1 and 3 p.m. Weekends. Gold Coast Railroad Museum, 12450 S.W. 152nd St., Miami. $2.50. 305-253-0063

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Super Science Sundays. Ages 7-12. 2-3 p.m. Secret Woods Nature Center, 2701 W. State Road 84, Dania Beach. $5 per child. 954-357-8884

PALM BEACH

Sunday on the Waterfront. National and regional recording artists along Flagler Drive waterfront. 4:30 -7:30 p.m. Third Sunday of every month. Meyer Amphitheatre, 104 Datura St., West Palm Beach. Free. wpb.org Israelfest. Performances, petting zoo, games, sports, kosher food, and free Boca Raton Museum of Art admission. 3 p.m. Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. jewishboca.org.

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Reading Ready Baby Storytime. Stories, songs and finger plays. RSVP. 10-10:25 a.m. Sunny Isles Beach Branch Library, 18070 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach. Free. 305-682-0726

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Cupcakes 101. Ages 8 and up. Tips on how to bake cupcakes, prepare and color buttercream and fondant, use different tools for decoration, and how to decorate cupcakes. 6-8 p.m. Mia Cake House, 1739 N. University Drive, Plantation. $30. RSVP. 954-319-0939

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Members $175 per week No Non Non-Members $199 per week

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Online Registration begins March 2nd at www.carrollton.org

Summer Programs 2015 Carrollton welcomes girls from all over the world to participate in our summer programs.

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Miami Dade College offers a fun, educational and safe environment for children and teenagers in five locations throughout Miami-Dade County.

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A variety of offering activities such as sports, technology, arts & crafts, music, acting, sewing, dance, Lego Robotics, computer animation & gaming, fashion design, Chinese language, crime scene investigation (CSI) and many more.

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at the Deering Estate at Cutler June 8 – August 21, 2015 • 7:30 am – 4:00 pm Pick-up from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm; Late pick-up from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm available for an additional fee.

Granada is a warm and caring place to learn, and one where students make life-long friends and memories while establishing a ﬁrm educational and spiritual foundation. Granada features small student to teacher ratios in a balanced, experiential curriculum with emphasis on discovery, problem solving, language development, and science. Open: 7-6 p.m. Serving Infants - Kindergarten

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Campers will enjoy adventure, water activities, field trips, hikes and so much more! Eleven sessions are available & each session features a different theme. Eco Explorers (Ages 6-8) Cost: $165 for a five-day session Expedition Deering (Ages 9-14) Cost: $190 for a five-day session

Junior Naturalist Program (Ages 15-17) Training Sessions: June 8-12 & June 15-19, 2015 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Cost: $190 for a ﬁve-day session

Deering Estate at Cutler 16701 SW 72 Avenue • Miami, FL 33157 To request material in accessible format, information on access for persons with disabilities, or sign language interpreter services (7 days in advance), call 305-755-7848.

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Crafternoon. Ages 3-8. Make and take crafts. 4-4:45 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave. South, Boca Raton. Free. RSVP. 561-482-4554

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Toddler Tuesdays at HSI Professional HAIRBAR. Complimentary in-store childcare and crafts during parent appointments. 12-3 p.m. Tuesdays. The Falls, 8888 SW 136th St., Miami. 786-732-7979

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Read-Along with Troop 10863. Girl Scouts will be reading to kids in the IKEA Children’s department. 4-5 p.m. Tuesdays IKEA Sunrise, 151 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise. 888- 888-4532

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Are You Afraid of Snakes?. Meet a snake. 3:304:15 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. Free. RSVP. 561-470-1600

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Bedtime Storytime. 6:30-7:15 p.m. North Dade Regional Library, 2455 NW 183 St., Miami Gardens. Free. 305-625-6424

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Food Truck Invasion. 5-9 p.m. Third Wednesday or the month. Brian Piccolo Park, 9501 Sheridan St., Cooper City. Free. 954-357-5150 or broward.org

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Story ‘N More. Storytime and interactive performance, followed by a craft. 10:30 a.m. Every Tuesday and Wednesday. Schoolhouse Children’s Museum and Learning Center, 129 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach. Free with $5 museum admission. 561-742-6780 Mother/Daughter Tea and Book Discussion. Ages 8-12. Tea party and book discussion on “11 Birthdays,” by Wendy Mass. Refreshments provided. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave. South, Boca Raton. Free. RSVP. 561-482-4554

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2015 SUMMER CAMP AT FAIRCHILD DRAWN TO NATURE ART CAMP (Ages 8-11) Join naturalist and artist, Hillary Parker, as campers observe, explore, discover and create beautiful works of art that are inspired by the natural beauty of the Garden.

TWO ONE-WEEK SESSIONS Section A: Monday-Friday, June 15-19 Section B: Monday-Friday, June 22-26 COST: Member child $175 per session Non-member child $225 per session

JUNIOR NATURALIST CAMP (Ages 6-11) Join us this summer as campers explore nature, science and art through exciting hands-on activities in the classroom and around the Garden!

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» exhibits for families NATURAL WONDERS OF FLORIDA

Through May 7. Art exhibit featuring native plants, trees, animals and 67 works by 27 local artists. 1-4:30 p.m. WednesdayFriday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m Saturday. Okeeheelee Nature Center, 7715 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach. Free. 561-2331400

EWW! WHAT’S EATING YOU

May 11-Sept. 27. Parade of parasites, including preserved and live specimens. Interactive exhibit exploring the history of human/parasite interaction from ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt to today. $16.95, Ages 3-12, $12.95. South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach. 561-370-7710 SESAME STREET PRESENTS THE BODY

May 22-Sept. 8. Learn about your body inside and out in the fun and familiar world of Sesame Street. Hands-on, interactive multimedia experiences provide age-appropriate learning about the human body and how to keep it healthy. Museum of Discovery & Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. $14. Ages 2-12, $12. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 12-6 p.m. Sundays. 954-4676637 or mods.org. JOSE ALVAREZ: AS FAR AS THE I CAN SEE

SKETCH AQUARIUM

Interactive virtual aquarium where children’s physical artwork becomes an animated and digitized part of the rich undersea environment. $14, Children under 1, Free. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. 305-3735437 ext. 100 or ext. 145

Through May 24. Large-scale paintings, animations, photographs, sculpture, and more. Strollers are not allowed in the galleries. Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, 1650 Harrison St., Hollywood. 954- 921-3274 KAHLO, RIVERA + MEXICAN MODERN ART

Through May 31. Works by Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera and other Mexican artists. $12; kids 13-17, $5. NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale , One E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.

COURAGE UNDER FIRE: 120 YEARS OF FIRE RESCUE

Through June 27. Immerse yourself in the history of fire rescue, and try one of the many skills it takes to be a firefighter. Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Palm Beach County History Museum, 300 N. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. 561-832-4164 or HistoricalSocietyPBC.org BLING: ART THAT SHINES

Through July 5. See 16 internationally recognized artists who use diamond dust, crystals, metals, glass, mirrors, lights or glitter to give their work a sparkle effect. Suggested $5 donation. 51 N. Swinton Avenue Delray Beach, FL 33444. 561-243-7922 AMAZON VOYAGES: VICIOUS FISHES AND OTHER RICHES

Through Aug. 15. Meet piranhas, anacondas, electric eels and stingrays in this interactive, bilingual exhibition. Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science, 3280 S. Miami Avenue, Miami. $14.95, kids 3-10, $10.95. 305-6464234 or MiamiSci.org MIAMI CHILDREN’S MUSEUM PIRATE ISLAND

“THE RETURN OF THE PIRATES” Through Sept. 6. Games, stories, theater shows and live pirates, plus a map that leads to pirate treasure. $18; $14 Florida residents; children under 1 free. Daily. 980 Macarthur Causeway, Miami. 305-373-KIDS (5437)

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SoundScape Free Movies. ANNIE (2014) PG.

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Miami Beach SoundScape ExoStage, 500 17th St., Miami Beach. 305-673-7577 or mbculture.com

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Fun With Baby & Me. Ages 6 months-2. Gentle exercise, movement games and creative play. 9:45 and 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Funderdome Indoor Play and Café, 1455 SE 17th St. Fort Lauderdale. $7.95 plus free admission. 954-525-1816

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Music on the Rocks: Free Concert. South Florida bands perform. 6-8 p.m. Third Thursday of each month. (October through June) Ocean Ave. Amphitheatre, 129 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach. 561-600-9093

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Pediatric Mobile Clinic. Medical services for ages 5-12. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. By appointment. 305-243-6407

BROWARD

ArtsPark Funtastic Fridays and Movie Night. Muppets Most Wanted - PG Bounce house, face painters, and more. Lawn seating. 5 p.m. Movie begins at 8 p.m. Fridays. ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Cir, Hollywood. Free admission. 954-921-3500

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Monkey Joe’s Family Fun Fridays. $24.99 for 2 children, a cheese pizza and a pitcher of soda. 6250 Lantana Road, Bay 18, Lake Worth. 561-968-0009 Craft Bonanza. Ages 2 and up. Make crafts. All materials provided. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way. Free. RSVP. 561-790-6030

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Barnes & Noble Storytime. “Dragons Love Tacos.” Book reading and activities. 11 a.m. Check website for locations. barnesandnoble.com

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Before & After Care available 8am - 5pm • GUITARS • BASS • DRUMS • BRASS • PIANO • KEYBOARD • VOCALS • WOODWINDS • UKULELE

Arts & Crafts Pool activity No registration fee! Register online or by mail

www.coolmusicschool.net • 954-232-3174 Imagine School at Plantation 8200 Peters Rd. 1 bk N. of I-595 between Pine Island Rd. & University Dr.

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Weekly Wee $110 (3 Week) Sessions $290 (Savings of $120)

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The Little Mermaid. Through-June 5th. Hans Christian Anderson’s story with music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken. 7:30 p.m. Fridays, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturdays, 5 p.m. Sundays. Area Stage Company, 1560 S. Dixie Hwy Coral Gables. $10-25. 305-666-2078 Nature Film Nights. “March of the Penguins.” Each nature film night begins with a interactive educational display. 7 p.m. Pinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest $5. 305-669-6990

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Barnes & Noble Storytime. “Dragons Love Tacos.” Book reading and activities. 11 a.m. Check website for locations. barnesandnoble.com Rockin’ Kids Club. Live DJ, character appearances and games. 10 a.m.-noon. Saturdays. The Village at Gulfstream Park, Champions Plaza, 501 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach. Free. 954-378-0900 or thevillageatgulfstreampark.com

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May the Force Be with You: A Star Wars Celebration. Ages 6-10. Star Wars celebration with games, snacks, a craft and more. 3-3:45 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave. South, Boca Raton. Free. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Teddy Bear Affair and Food Truck Safari. Bring in teddy bears for a Vet check-up. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Food Truck Safari, 5-9 p.m. Palm Beach Zoo, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. $18.95, Ages 3-12, $12.95. 561-547-9453 or palmbeachzoo.org

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Fun Days at The Little Farm. Pony rides, petting farm, tour of farm and butterfly garden. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Weekends. The Little Farm, 13401 S.W. 224 St., Goulds. $10. RSVP. 305-258-3186

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Aquarium: Behind The Scenes. All ages. Learn

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AEF Camps admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

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Sunday Movies. Check website for movie title. $1 includes beverage & popcorn. 11 a.m. Sugar Sand Park Community Center, 300 S Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561347-3900 or SugarSandPark.org

Weekend Fun at Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market. Petting zoo, feeding area, pony rides, and bounce house. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 10066 Lee Road, Boynton Beach. Free. 561-733-5490

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Memorial Day Ceremony. North Miami Veterans Memorial. 10 a.m. Griffing Park, 12220 Griffing Blvd., North Miami. Free. northmiamifl.gov Memorial Day Service. The ceremony will begin with a gun volley delivered by the North Miami Beach Police Department Honor Guard Unit. Followed by the march of colors over the Snake Creek Canal Bridge led by the St. Andrew’s Drum and Pipe Band of Miami. 10 a.m.-Noon. All Wars Memorial Park, 16501 NE 16th Ave., North Miami Beach. 305-948-2957 Memorial Day Events. 9 a.m. Flag placement at Hallandale Cemetery, 10 a.m. Reception at Foster Park Community Center. 9 a.m.- Noon. Hallandale Cemetery, NW 9th St, Hallandale Beach. Foster Park Community Center, 609 NW 6th Ave. Hallandale Beach. Free. 954-457-1452

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Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony. Wear red, white, and blue and honor those who have and are serving. Parade 10 a.m., Ceremony 11 a.m. Parade starts at SW 39th St., to Davie Road, and ends at Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 4271 Davie Road, Davie. Free. Memorial Day Ceremony. Ceremony will include the marching of Color Guard Units, the singing of the National Anthem, live band, rifle salute, taps, and complimentary refreshments. 9 a.m.-Noon. Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St., Lauderhill. 954-972-6458

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Jerk & Caribbean Culture Festival. Food, music, jerk contests, face painting, bounce houses and more.

2-11 p.m. South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach. $25; Kids under 12 free. 866232-0001 or palmbeachjerkfestival.com

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Yoga for Kids. Ages 6 and up. Do not eat one hour before the program. 6-6:30 p.m. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami. Free. 305-553-1134

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Kids Eat Free Tuesdays. Kids 12 and under eat free. 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. IKEA Sunrise. 888- 888-4532

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GEMS Club. GEMS (Girls Excelling In Math and Science) club for grils in grades 3-8. Dinner provided. 5-7 p.m. South Florida Science Center, 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach. $5 fee per session. 561-370-7710 or sfsciencecenter.org/gems.

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Miami Beach Food Truck & Music Fest. Food trucks, free entertainment and participation by area restaurants. 5-10 p.m. Fourth Wednesday of the month. North Shore Park Bandshell, Collins Ave. and 73 Street. mbculture.com. Free Skin Cancer Screening. Complete skin examinations. Screening is free for adults and children by appointment only. 3-4:30 p.m. Children’s Skin Center at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, 3100 SW 62nd Ave. Miami. RSVP. 305-669-7169 or 305-669-6555 option 3.

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Tamarac Food Trucks. 5:30- 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Tamarac Park, 7501 N. University Drive, Tamarac. Free. 954-597-3620 Limelight Free Street Party. Celebrate a variety of themes and cultures, food, music, and entertainment.

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5:30-8 p.m. BaCA (Bailey Contemporary Arts, 41 NE 1st St., Pompano Beach. Free. bacapompano.org

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Play with Your Food. Ages 6-10. Build structures with edible materials. 4-4:45 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave. South, Boca Raton. Free. RSVP. 561-482-4554

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My Little One and Me. Ages 6 months- 2. Bilingual storytelling, music, puppets, and more. 45 Minutes open play after the class. 10-11 a.m. Thursdays. Planet Kids Indoor Playground, 2403 NE Second Ave., Suite 107, Miami. $25. 305-573-1379 or planetkidsplayground.com

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Live Glassblowing. Demonstrations in the glassblowing studio. 7-10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. Hollywood Hot Glass, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Free. 607-382-6007 or HollywoodHotGlass.com Kids’ Corner: Stories, Songs & Crafts. Ages 3-6. Time for kids to work on gaining independence to prepare for entering school. Caregivers may enter during the craft portion. 4-5 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. 954-765-1585

PALM BEACH

Itsy Bitsy Babies. Ages 3-12 mos. Nursery rhymes, simple stories, songs, puppets and movement activities. 10-10:30 a.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave. South, Boca Raton. Free. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Minecraft Mania. Ages 7 and up. Bring your device and challenge other players. 3:30-5 p.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. Free. RSVP. 561-470-1600

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Jazz Friday. Live jazz. 8 p.m. Last Friday of the month. Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami, 770 NE 125th St., North Miami. Free. 305 893 6211

Reading Ready Baby and Toddler Storytime. Ages 0- 2. Stories and musical activities. 11-11:20 a.m.

SOUTH FLORIDA YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE SUMMER CAMP

Open Registration for the South Florida Youth Basketball Summer Camp is underway. Our camp focus will be to raise the player’s basketball abilities while having fun.

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Tunes & Tracks. Free concert series and food trucks. Bring blanket or lawn chairs. 7-9 p.m. Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park. Free. 954630-4500

ArtsPark Funtastic Fridays and Movie Night. The Princess Bride – PG Bounce house, face painters, and more. Lawn seating. 5 p.m. Movie begins at 8 p.m. Fridays. ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Free admission. 954-921-3500 Used Book Sale. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Helen B. Hoffman Library, 501 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation, 954-7972140

PALM BEACH

Movie Night and Food Truck Invasion. Food trucks and movies. 5-9 p.m. Movie starts at 8 p.m. Last Friday of every month. Royal Palm Beach Commons, Royal Palm Beach. Free. 561-790-5149. foodtruckinvasion.com Sunset Celebration. Free concert on the Intracoastal. 6-9 p.m. Last Friday of the month. Lake Park Harbor Marina, 105 Lake Shore Drive, Lake Park. 561-881-3311

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Barnes & Noble Storytime. “Peanut Butter & Cupcake.” Book reading and activities. 11 a.m. Check website for locations. barnesandnoble.com Moved to Learn. Ages 8-13. Movement program for children with and without special needs that teaches rhythm mindfulness and movement. RSVP. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Arcola Lakes Branch Library, 8240 NW 7 Ave., Miami. Free. 305-694-2707 Classic Car Show & Farmers Market. Food, produce, art, crafts vendors, and entertainment. 10 a.m.3 p.m. Heritage Park, 19200 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach. Free. sibfl.net Book & Books Storytime. 10 a.m. Saturdays. Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Free. 305-4424408 Superhero Safety Fair. Children’s entertainment, bounce house and slide, superhero face painting, fire truck tours, superhero swag bag for first 500 kids, giveaways, food, pony rides, and safety demonstrations. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Kendall Regional Medical Center, 11750 Bird Road, Miami. Free. RSVP. 305-222-2200 or KendallMed.com

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Barker Animation Art Gallery. Disney cartoon drawing class. 2-3 p.m. Saturdays. The Village at Gulfstream Park, 501 South Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach. Free. 954-457-2280 or thevillageatgulfstreampark.com #FREESUMMER Festival. Bands, drinks, food, kids’ treats, KidsZone arts and activities. 1-6 p.m. Pompano Beach Amphitheater, 1806 NE 6th St. Pompano Beach. Free. pompanobeacharts.org

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Family Day at The Bass Museum of Art. Architecture Challenge. Art projects, art explorers, gallery games, and prizes. 2-4 p.m. Last Sunday of every month. Bass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. $8; Students, $6; Ages 0-6, free. 305-673-7530. Art Making with Carolina Cueva. Ages 8-12. Four programs that will feature various art skills and mediums. 3-5 p.m. RSVP. Miami Beach Regional Library, 227 22nd St., Miami Beach. Free. 305-535-4219

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Chocolate Chip Day by making chocolate pops. 2-2:45 p.m. Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. Free. RSVP. 561-626-6133 Ballerina Cooking Class. Ages 7-12. Create recipes for ballerinas with recipes from the book by Sarah L. Schuette. 3-4 p.m. Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Ave. South, Boca Raton. Free. RSVP. 561-482-4554 Halfway To Halloween. Summer Halloween festival. Trick or treating, costume contests, haunted front office, and helicopter candy drop. Candy drop before start of game. 4 p.m. Roger Dean Stadium, 4751 Main St., Jupiter. $9. 561-775-1818

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Aquarium: Behind The Scenes. All ages. Learn about the aquarium inhabitants. 2- 2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. $2 plus tax. Anne Kolb Nature Center, 751 Sheridan St., Hollywood. 954-926-2480

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“The Bookstore Mouse” Book Club. Grades 3-6. End of the month for a book club on “The Bookstore Mouse,” by Peggy Christian. Craft and a treat. Copies of the book available at the children’s desk for check out at the beginning of the month. 2-3 p.m. Lantana Road Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth. Free. RSVP. 561-304-4500 Acreage Green Market. Eggs, chicken, pork, produce, animal feed, soaps, and crafts. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. Acreage Community Park, 6701 140th Ave., N., Loxahatchee.561-723-3898 or acreagegreenmarket.com

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