PB Parenting July 2022

Giving Summer Slide the Slip

Family Events Calendar

Beat the Heat Guide

From preemies to teens.

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Contents Letter From the Publisher P. 4 PB Picks - Summer Fun P. 6 10 Ways To Keep Cool When It’s Hot P.8 Give the Slide the Slip P. 10 Kids Rule the Jungle at the Palm Beach Zoo P. 12 Preparing Kids for Hurricanes P. 14 Community News: Shark Preservation Week P. 17 Beat the Heat Guide P. 18 Sunrise Monster Jam® Tickets On-Sale Now P. 22 Sweet Summer Treats to Beat the Heat P. 24 Events and Things to Do P. 28

ON THE COVER It sure is hot! Our cover kids, Nayvia, Gianna, Nathan and Brielle enjoyed keeping cool at the splash pad at the Palm Beach Zoo. Kids are Free during the month of July at the Zoo! Perfect timing for summer! Cover photo by Lynn of Lynn Studios, www.lynnstudios1.com. | PBParenting.com | July 2022 3

Letter From The Publisher Greetings, I feel like school just got out but I blinked and now it is July! We have just a little over a month before we head back to school. I hope you have been enjoying the summertime. We have been having a great summer so far, but the temperatures are starting to heat up!

We have some fun ways to stay cool in the 11th annual Beat the Heat issue. Inside you'll find our yearly guide, tips, events and even fun watermelon treats to not only satisfy your sweet tooth but hydrate as well! We are working hard at staying cool over the next two to three months when temperatures can get over 90 degrees and feel like 100!!

With the lazy days of summer, we know the Summer Slide can creep in! Check out page 10 for some great tips to sneak in learning with your every day summer activiites! It won't be long until we will be prepping to go back to school.

Don't forget to head over to our contest page at www.pbparenting.com to enter to win a family four pack to Monster Jam coming to Sunrise. Monster Jam is a the perfect way to Beat the Heat! Not only is it fun for the whole family the arena is AIRconditioned and covered from the hot sun!

I hope you spend these last weeks of summer staying cool and having fun!!!

Happy Parenting,

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Summer Fun

The creator of the original Pop It!, are excited to be releasing new licensed Pop It!s including the Waffle and Demogorgon from Netflix’s Stranger Things, as well as new colors for Star Wars’ Grogu (glows in the dark!) and Darth Vadar, and Marvel’s Spider-Man and Iron Man. Available exclusively at Target (online and in stores), these new Pop It!s are perfect for kids and pop culture fans of all ages.

With millions of Pop It!s sold last year and #popit approaching 15 billion views on TikTok, this simple sensory toy shows no signs of slowing down. Popular with both kids and adults, the self-contained durable design is perfect for travel or even just relaxing and relieving stress and anxiety with some quiet popping time.

Go PoP! Presto Race to pop the bubbles! Complete the challenges on the presto Cards and be the first tap Bubblo to win the round! Players with quick reflexes, excellent eye-hand coordination and a good sense of observation will prevail in this fun party game for the whole family. Just like Go PoP!, Go PoP! Presto can help reduce stress and anxiety, builds fine motor skills and is a great example of intergenerational play!

Ages 6+. Go PoP! Presto is available now on Amazon and Barnes and Noble for $24.95 and is perfect for kids ages 6+.

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10 Ways To Keep Cool When It’s Hot Wow it is hot out! It is hard to keep your cool in South Florida when temperatures reach the mid 90s for the next few months.

It is important to stay cool not only for your comfort but your safety. Dangerously high temperatures can result in heat-related illnesses ranging from heat cramps to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. The following tips can help you keep cool all summer long.

1. Beat the sun and heat with an early morning or evening activity or workout.

2. Try to stay in the shade when outdoors during peak sunlight.

3. Wear loose-fitting clothing, preferably of a light color. Also cotton clothing will keep you cooler than many synthetics.

4. Fill a spray bottle with water and keep it in the refrigerator for a quick refreshing spray to your face after being outdoors or take it on the go with you!

5. Fans can help circulate air and make you feel cooler even in an air-conditioned house.

6. Try storing lotions or cosmetic toners in the refrigerator to use on hot, overtired feet.

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7. Keep plastic bottles of water in the freezer; grab one when you’re ready to go outside. As the ice melts, you’ll have a supply of cold water with you.

8. Take frequent baths or showers with cool or tepid water.

9. Combat dehydration by drinking plenty of water along with sports drinks or other sources of electrolytes. Avoid caffeine and alcohol as these will promote dehydration.

10. Instead of hot foods, try lighter summer fare including frequent small meals or snacks containing cold fruit or low fat dairy products.

As an added benefit, you won’t have to cook next to a hot stove.

Finally, use common sense. If the heat is intolerable, stay indoors when you can and avoid activities in direct sunlight or on hot asphalt surfaces. Pay special attention to the elderly, infants, and anyone with a chronic illness, as they may dehydrate easily and be more susceptible to heat-related illnesses.

Don’t forget that pets also need protection from dehydration and heat-related illnesses too.

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Give The Slide The Slip: Fun Ways To Engage Kids’ Minds In the Summer

BY TANNI HAAS, PH.D. Do your kids seem a little less ready for school after each summer break? If the answer is yes, don’t worry. They’re far from alone. It’s a common experience known as the “summer learning slide.” Research shows that kids typically lose the equivalent of a month’s worth of learning over the summer break - and it gets worse the older they get!

So, what can parents do to give the slide the slip? Here are seven fun activities that have worked for our teenage son, and I bet they’ll help your kids, too.

Read A Fiction and A Non-Fiction Book Every Other Week -Since our son learned to read, we’ve had him read one fiction and one non-fiction book every other week to keep his reading and comprehension skills at grade level.

It’s summer after all, so instead of assigning him books like he’s used to from school, we let him choose what to read.

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Keep A Vacation Journal - We take at least one big family vacation trip every summer, and since our son was very young we’ve had him keep a daily journal where he writes about what we did that day. It’s been a great way to keep his writing skills up-to-date and document his childhood.

Email Family and Friends - To strengthen our son’s writing skills, we also have him email family and friends, especially those people we don’t get to see that much during the year.

Teenagers prefer texting, but we insist that he emails them because texts are usually full of broken sentences, odd grammar, and spelling mistakes.

Play Math-Based Board Games - In the evening, whether we’re on a family vacation trip or at home, we play math games like Monopoly or spelling games like Scrabble. The key is to focus on the fun part - the competition - rather than the learning. If you do that, the learning will happen automatically.

Watch Feature and Documentary Movies Aside from playing a board game or two, we also watch movies in the evening. With all the streaming services available, it’s not that hard to find a documentary or feature film, which also happens to be educational. Movies are some of the most fun ways to learn about other time periods, cultures, and current events.

history, and natural science.

It doesn’t matter whether you live in a big or a small city. Even the smallest town often has a museum Download Educational Apps - Although we try nearby. Going to make our son’s summer activities as social as to the local possible, we also indulge his interest in anything town museum technological, like letting him download all the and learning educational apps he wants. He really likes quiz about your own apps, which like the board game Trivial Pursuit, history can be is great for developing kids’ general knowledge. surprisingly fun.

Visit Arts, History, and Natural Science Museums - Museum visits are another great way to keep your kids up-to-date with the arts,

Exploring the Norton Museum of Art with Interactive Tablets

Tanni Haas, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Communication Arts, Sciences, and Disorders at the City University of New York – Brooklyn College.

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Kids Rule the Jungle at Palm Beach Zoo in July Kids age 12 and under are FREE all month long!*

The month of July at Palm Beach Zoo celebrates kids! From July 1 - July 31, 2022, for each fullprice adult admission, two children ages 3 – 12 are free. As always, children age 2 and younger are free at Palm Beach Zoo.

Summer is a great time to visit Palm Beach Zoo’s winding shaded pathways and discover hundreds of rare and endangered animals.

No visit is complete without a cool down at the refreshing Fountain Plaza splash pad (remember to bring a towel!) and a slushy from the Tropics Cafe or Dippin’ Dots.

The carousel and Lorikeet Loft aviary are open each day at 10 am. If it is feeding time, lorikeets love nectar, and it is available for purchase for a hands-on experience with these very colorful Australian parrots. Nature Play is another interactive spot at the Zoo to climb and explore for children of all ages.

Plan your visit to Palm Beach Zoo and save big this July. Simply purchase an adult ticket online or at the gate, and up to two children will be

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admitted at the gate with the adult. www. palmbeachzoo.org/kidsfree *For every full-priced adult admission in July, up to two children ages 3 to 12 receive complimentary admission to Palm Beach Zoo. Children age 2 and younger are always free.

About Palm Beach Zoo For more than 50 years, Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society has provided visitors with up-close and personal animal encounters that connect people to wildlife. Palm Beach Zoo guests explore a WILD ecosystem thriving on 23 lush, tropical acres while discovering hundreds of exotic animals. Visitors enjoy interactive animal experiences, nature and water play, and a lakeside cafe. Palm Beach Zoo participates in AZA Species Survival Plan® programs, ensuring healthy animal populations for rare

and endangered species. The impact of a visit to Palm Beach Zoo extends beyond the gates, inspiring people to take action and save wildlife in wild places. For more information, visit www. palmbeachzoo.org.

Preparing Kids for Hurricanes Hurricane season is already gearing up. Here are some tips from KidsHealth® on how to help prepare your family and help your kids deal with the stress and emotions of an impending and possible storm. ______________________________________ Hurricanes can be scary — for grown-ups and kids alike. Kids learn how to respond to situations based on the behaviors and attitudes of those around them.

Here are some tips to help them — and you — be ready during hurricane season.

Talk About Hurricanes Kids might be confused about what a hurricane is, so use simple age-appropriate descriptions of what to expect if one is coming your way. For a younger child, you might say, “A hurricane is a tropical storm with very strong winds and lots of rain, lightning, and thunder.” It’s also important to tell kids that grown-ups will do their best to keep them safe.

Try to Remain Calm Yourself Kids can easily sense the emotions of those around them. When a parent seems overly upset or worried, this can make a child’s own fears or worries worse.

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Let Kids Help With Pre-storm Preparations Keeping them busy can help keep kids’ minds off of their worries. Helping prepare in ageappropriate ways also can increase a child’s sense of control over the situation.

To involve your kids Prepare a family disaster emergency kit.

Kids can help collect canned goods and get flashlights ready.

Have your kids help bring outdoor items inside.

Discuss your family’s disaster plan together.

Will you need to evacuate — and what would that look like? Which grown-ups will do what?

This will help kids know what to expect.

During the Storm Let kids pick a few comfort items, nonelectronic games, and toys in case of power outages.

Try to keep as normal a routine as possible.

This can help children feel calm and safe.

Encourage kids to talk about their feelings or thoughts about what’s happening. Some kids might prefer not to talk right away — and that’s OK too. Spend time together and let them know that you’re there when they’re ready.

After the Storm Monitor media exposure. There can be “too much coverage” leading up to and especially after a hurricane hits. These images might be too much for young eyes and sensitive hearts.

Let children help with clean-up.

Pay attention to signs of stress, including nightmares, regressive behavior/acting younger than their age, and extra clinginess.

These are common in children who’ve gone through a traumatic event. If you see any of these signs, talk to your doctor and know that trained counselors can help. © 1995-2022. The Nemours Foundation/KidsHealth®.

Reprinted with permission.

Basic Disaster Supplies Kit To assemble your kit store items in airtight plastic bags and put your entire disaster supplies kit in one or two easy-to-carry containers such as plastic bins or a duffel bag.

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A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items: • Water (one gallon per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation) • Food (min. 3 day supply of shelf stable food) • Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert • Flashlight with Extra batteries • First aid kit • Whistle (to signal for help) • Plastic sheeting and duct tape • Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties (for personal sanitation) • Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities) • Manual can opener (for food) • Local maps • Cell phone with chargers/backup battery • Prescription medications • Non-prescription medications such as pain

relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids or laxatives • Infant formula, bottles, diapers and wipes • Pet food and extra water for your pet • Cash or traveler’s checks • Important family document • Sleeping bag or blanket for each person • Complete change of clothing appropriate for your climate and sturdy shoes • Fire extinguisher and matches in a waterproof container • Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils • Paper and pencil • Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children • Soap, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes to disinfect surfaces

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Join Cox Science Center and Aquarium for an adventurous under the sea exploration!

During Shark Preservation Week Saturday, July 23rd - Friday, July 29th. In Partnership with The American Shark Conservancy (ASC). ASC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of sharks and rays, increasing awareness and understanding of our oceans, through research and education.

Activities include: Touch Tank Demos, Shark tooth labs and Ocean-themed crafts.

Aquarium feeding at 1 PM. Planetarium shows

throughout the day (Adults & Children: $5, FREE for members). Food and refreshments available for purchase at Nuts About Sugar.

Friday July 29th will be a special Sea-fari Night at the Museum event - (Friday July 29th, 6-9pm additional fee applies).

For a complete schedule of events, visit CoxScienceCenter.org or call (561) 832-1988.

Activities are included in regular Science Center admission and free for Members. $19.95 for adults, $15.95 for kids 3-12, $17.95 for seniors, and free for kids under 3.

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Welcome to our 11th annual Beat the Heat Guide. This guide is an excellent resource for the summer when the temperatures outside can reach past 90 degrees and feel like 100. PB Parenting has put together some of our favorite places to visit during the summertime (and year-round). There are also some great indoor options for rainy days or the ever-present afternoon thunderstorms. This resource directory is available online all year at www.pbparenting.com.

Adrenaline Entertainment Center offers 45,000 sqft of Extreme Play. SUMMER RUSH SPECIAL! Monday through Friday 11am – 4pm you can get 3 hours + Drink + Pizza Slice for only $20 all Summer long. If you’re looking for a day of adventure and excitement, look no further than Adrenaline Entertainment Center’s indoor trampoline park in Lake Worth! Our parks are so much more than just a traditional trampoline park. Adrenaline offers high-energy fun through a wide variety of heart pounding activities like basketball, dodgeball, rock-climbing, performance trampolines, foam pits, battle beams and more! Remember to mention PB PARENT for 20% off! Check out their website for details www.jumpadrenaline.com/lake-worth.

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The Cox Science Center and Aquarium is the perfect destination to beat the heat! Enjoy cool science exhibits, check out the Aquarium and take-in a show in the only full dome planetarium in Palm Beach County! Guests can also bring their own picnic blankets/chairs to enjoy our new outdoor amphitheater shows and mini golf on our

science trail. Also be sure to out the indoor Discovery Center with water table. Located at 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405. Call (561) 832-1988 or visit www. coxsciencecenter.org for more information.

Palm Beach Zoo Kids Rule the Jungle at Palm Beach Zoo in July. Have a wild day with your family at Palm Beach Zoo. The Zoo’s winding shaded pathways and refreshing Fountain Plaza splash pad make it a great place to visit during the long summer days. Up to two children ages 3-12 receive complimentary admission with every full-priced adult admission in July. As always, children age 2 and under are free. Visit PalmBeachZoo.com/ kidsfree to learn more and purchase tickets.

Picasso's Creative Workshop is a fun place were people of all ages, backgrounds and artistic abilities gather to connect, create and unwind. We offer a huge assortment of bisque shapes, specialty colors and glazes, and the most helpful and dedicated studio assistants to make your Picasso's experience a truly memorable one!

No experience necessary! No appointment needed! 7451 S Military Trail, Lake Worth, FL 33463 For more information go to www. gopicasso.com Schoolhouse Children’s Museum Enjoy a historical journey and live life as a pioneer. Explore the museum where learning is an adventure for children ages 1-7 (for mom and dad

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Imagine Having A Splash Park At Home! The Splash2o Aqua-Tower provides hours of family fun at home. Get the kids outside, active and away from the electronics. Its portable design allows for quick setup and take down. The range of different modules provide versatile and customizable play

for kids (and adults) of all ages.

The Splash2o Aqua-Tower stands at a height of over 6’ and diameter of 9’. It’s spray zone has a radius of up to 25’, definitely enough to get the whole family wet. When not in use, it can easily and quickly collapse down to a 2’x2’x3.5’ footprint (smaller than a standard patio heater!) for storage in the garage. It’s built to last summer after summer with a rugged, safe construction that meets and exceeds regulatory standards. It’s a no stress, safe water play alternative. To learn more about splash2o and to order go to www.mysplash2o.com. Use promo code PBP25 for 25% off.

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Keep cool at camp! There are CAMP many summer DIRECTORY camps that still have immediate openings! Please check out our online camp Pediatric Dentistry directory for a complete listing at www.

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Michael J. Roseff, DMD, J. Roseff, DMD, LLC LLC Cool Event Alert!Michael Pediatric Dentist Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Monster Jam will be Delicious Town Center Flickr Twitter FL 33472 Retwee Canyon Boynton Beach, 8784 Boynton Beach Blvd, #103, Boynton Beach, FL 33472 coming to the FLA 561-732-8333 ph# 561-732-8333 fax# 561-732-8375 roseffpediatricdentistry@comca Live Arena in Sunrise www.roseffpediatricdentistry.com August 6-7th. This Facebook MySpace StumbleUpon Digg event is all under air conditioned and will have some of your Slash Dot Mixx Skype Techno favorite monster trucks learn more about this fun summer event on page 22.

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Sunrise Monster Jam® Tickets OnSale Now The most family-friendly, actionpacked motorsport in the world races into FLA Live Arena on August 6-7 This. Is. Monster Jam™! The most actionpacked motorsports experience for families in the world today returns to Sunrise for an adrenaline-charged weekend at FLA Live Arena on August 6-7. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, Monster Jam® features world-class athletes locked in intense competitions of speed and skill. Tickets are available on www. ticketmaster.com.

The Monster Jam Pit Party will be held on Saturday and Sunday. At the Monster Jam Pit Party, fans can see the massive trucks up close, meet their favorite drivers and crews, get autographs, take pictures and enjoy other family-friendly fun. This unique experience is the only place that allows people to get up close access to the Monster Jam teams and get an insider’s look at how these trucks are built to stand up to the competition.

Sunrise fans will witness a fierce battle for the event championship with each skilled Monster Jam athlete tearing up the dirt with gravity-defying feats in 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks going head-to-head for points in Freestyle, Skills, Donuts and Racing competitions. Plus, fans can become part 22 July 2022| PB Parenting |

of the action by voting for the winner in the Skills, Donuts and Freestyle competitions via real-time, in-stadium fan voting on their smartphones.

The all-star lineup will feature multiple fan favorites including GUINNESS WORLD RECORD™ Krysten Anderson, driver of legendary Grave Digger®, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year and Armando Castro who grabs the bull by the horns behind the wheel of El Toro Loco®.

Monster Jam drivers are trained, world-class male and female athletes who have mastered not only the physical strength and mental stamina needed to compete, but the vital dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines capable of doing backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and racing at speeds up to 70 miles-perhour to produce jaw-dropping, live motorsports action seen around the world.

WHEN: Saturday, August 6 –1 PM & 7 PM | Pit Party 10:30 AM – Noon and Sunday, August 7 –1 PM | Pit Party 10:30 AM – Noon WHERE: FLA Live Arena, One Panther Parkway, Sunrise, FL 33323

TRUCK LINEUP: Grave Digger driven by Krysten Anderson; EarthShaker driven by Tristan England; El Toro Loco driven by Armando Castro; Stone Crusher driven by Chad Tingler; Hooked driven by Shane Phreed; Jester driven

by Matt Pagliarulo; Kraken driven by Nick Pagliarulo. **Truck and driver line-up subject to change TICKETS: Tickets will be available for purchase online at www.ticketmaster.com.

Visit MonsterJam.com for more detailed information on the event.

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and TikTok. Subscribe to the Monster Jam YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/ MonsterJam About Feld Entertainment, Inc. Feld Entertainment® is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, Disney On Ice, Marvel Universe LIVE!, Sesame Street Live!, and Jurassic World Live Tour.

Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 75 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.com for more information.

Sweet Summer Treats that Beat the Heat

Whether your family’s ideal summer day consists of swimming, hiking, biking or simply enjoying the sunshine, all that time in the heat calls for a sweet way to cool off. It’s hard to beat a homemade treat loaded with favorite summertime flavors that’s as cold and creamy as it is sweet and delicious.

For a lighter, better-for-you solution, this Watermelon Gelato has about half the fat and fewer calories than traditional ice cream but with equally mouthwatering flavor. In fact, the word “gelato” means “ice cream” in Italian, and while the two frozen desserts have much in common, gelato is typically lower in fat with more density.

When a summer weekend offers opportunities for morning kitchen lessons with the kiddos, they can help measure ingredients for Watermelon Ice Cream Bars and watch the magic happen as you mix up a watermelon curd, homemade crust and whipped cream.

Once your creation freezes completely throughout the day, turn out and cut into bars for a cold afternoon treat following all that fun in the sun.

While sweet and tasty, these desserts also provide a bite of hydration with the power of watermelon, which is 92% water for a delicious way to rehydrate. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, daily fluid intake is defined as the amount of water If you’re looking for an added touch of tastiness, consumed from foods, plain drinking water and try adding a few chocolate chips to the mix in the other beverages, meaning you don’t have to last few minutes of churning in your ice cream rely only on what you drink to meet your fluid maker, or simply add some on top before serving. needs.

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To make watermelon curd: In medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine watermelon juice, lime juice, honey and salt.

Stir to combine then add eggs.

Place pan over medium heat and cook, adding cubed butter to pan and stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and coats back of wooden spoon.

Immediately remove from heat and carefully pour through fine mesh sieve. Cool completely in refrigerator.

Because what you eat also provides a significant To make crust: Preheat oven to 350 F. portion of daily fluids, fruits and vegetables like watermelon can help you and your family stay In food processor, pulse graham crackers until hydrated for whatever summer days bring your rough crumbs form. Add honey, salt and melted way. butter; pulse until mixture resembles wet sand.

Find more sweet summer recipe ideas at Watermelon.org.

Watermelon Ice Cream Bars Servings: 8 Watermelon Curd: 3/4 cup watermelon juice 2 tablespoons lime juice 1/2 cup honey 1 pinch salt 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), cut into small cubes Crust: 8 graham crackers, crushed 2 tablespoons honey 1 pinch salt 4 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled basil leaves, for garnish Whipped Cream: 1 cup heavy whipping cream 26 July 2022| PB Parenting |

Line 8-by-8-inch pan with parchment paper then press graham cracker mixture into bottom of pan in even layer. Bake crust about 10 minutes, or until just beginning to brown. Allow crust to cool completely.

Watermelon Gelato Servings: 8 2 1/2 1 1/2 1 3 1/2

cups pureed watermelon cup sugar tablespoons cornstarch cup fat-free half-and-half tablespoons lemon juice cup whipping cream

In blender, blend watermelon, sugar, cornstarch, half-and-half, lemon juice and whipping cream until smooth.

Using ice cream maker, process gelato according to manufacturer’s instructions.

To make whipped cream: When crust and curd are completely cooled, in large bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks form.

Gently push cream to one side of bowl and pour in watermelon curd. Using spatula, gently fold cream and watermelon curd together until no streaks are visible.

When ready to serve, loosen sides with small spatula or butter knife. Turn out onto cutting board and use large spatula to flip so graham cracker crust is on bottom. Cut into eight bars and top each with basil leaf.

Source: Family Features - Watermelon Council.

Pour creamy watermelon mixture over graham cracker crust. Freeze dessert completely, 4-6 hours or overnight.

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& Things to Do Construction Zone Fun at Schoolhouse Museum - Join us on Fridays (July 8, 22 and August 5) from 10 AM-11:30 AM and explore different blocks and building materials for a fun time in the classroom, Free with paid admission.

129 E. Ocean Ave. Boynton Beach. www. schoolhousemuseum.org Adrenaline Entertainment Center Summer Rush Deal Monday-Friday from 11 AM - 4 PM 3 hours, slice of pizza and a bottle of water for $30. Check out www.jumpadrenaline.com/lake-worth for more information.

Ladies Night at Picasso's Creative Workshop Mom deserves a night off with her friends!

Ladies Night is the ultimate way to connect, create and unwind with your favorite friends. Enjoy good music, good fun, giveaways -- and BYOB and snacks! • Third Friday every month. (July 15) • 7 to 10 p.m. • Ages 21 and over. • $12 cover charge for dinner and dessert, plus the cost of whatever pottery you paint. Sign up here - https://www. gopicasso.com/events

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Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County Pop Up Playtime Join ELCPB on Saturday, July 16th for an educational event for your littlest learners.

ELCPCB, in partnership with The Village of Wellington, is hosting an event where children can learn through play and caregivers can speak with Early Intervention Specialists about developments and milestones.

The event features stations focusing on motor skills, literacy, and social-emotional development.

Village Park Gymnasium 11700 Pierson Rd. Wellington. www.elcpalmbeach.org/ Come Paint, Sip n' See the Fusion Campus! Thursday, July 28 12:00pm - 1:30pm Connect, create and network with other professionals on campus! Join us for music, mocktails and painting the Fusion Palm Beach Gardens logo! Fusion Academy Palm Beach Gardens • 11300 Legacy Ave, Suite 220, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33410 Please RSVP https:// www.fusionacademy.com/campuses/palm-beachgardens/event/summer-sip-n-see/ Nights at the Museum at Cox Science Center and Aquarium - Learn about sharks and other marinelife during the Sea-Fari themed Night on July 29th 6-9 PM. Guests of all ages

can enjoy extended hours of exploration at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium. Each Night at the Museum is a different theme, which includes various interactive science crafts, activities, exhibits, planetarium shows, and a chance to view the night sky in Palm Beach County's only public observatory (weather permitting). Admission to Nights at the Museum: $16.95 for adults, $14.95 for seniors, $12.95 for children (3-12), FREE for children under 3, and $12.95 for adult members (child members are FREE).

Learn more at https://www.coxsciencecenter.org/ nights-at-the-museum.

Kids are FREE* at the Palm Beach Zoo! The month of July at Palm Beach Zoo celebrates kids! From July 1 - July 31, 2022. *For every full-priced adult admission in July, up to two children ages 3 to 12 receive complimentary admission to Palm Beach Zoo. Children age 2 and younger are always free. www.palmbeachzoo.org/kidsfree Sunrise Monster Jam® Saturday, August 6 –1 PM & 7 PM | Pit Party 10:30 AM – Noon and Sunday, August 7 –1 PM | Pit Party 10:30 AM – Noon at the FLA Live Arena, One Panther Parkway, Sunrise, FL 33323 TRUCK LINEUP: Grave Digger driven by Krysten Anderson; EarthShaker driven by Tristan England; El Toro Loco driven by Armando Castro; Stone Crusher driven by Chad Tingler; Hooked driven by Shane Phreed; Jester driven by Matt Pagliarulo; Kraken driven by Nick Pagliarulo.**Truck and driver line-up subject to change. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.ticketmaster.com. Visit MonsterJam. com for more detailed information on the event.

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