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PB Picks - Holiday Gift Guide P. 6 The Ultimate List of 100+ Non-Toy Gift Ideas P. 8 Ways to Be Thankful P. 12 BLAST OFF with the new Astronaut exhibit at the South Florida Center & Aquarium P. 14

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Toy Rotation: Reduce Toy Clutter in Six Easy Steps P. 18 A Friendsgiving Feast: Sides, drinks and leftovers perfect for sharing with friends P. 22 Family Events Calendar P. 26

ON THE COVER Abby, 8 years old of Wellington, is ready for fall in Florida and spending the day at the beach! Cover Photography by Lynn Hernandez of Lynn Studios, Inc. www.lynnstudios1.com. | PBParenting.com | November 2017

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Letter From The Publisher Greetings, Happy Holidays! It is crazy that another holiday season is upon us again!

With three kids, it is never too early for me to start shopping. Plus with all the adults on my list it starts to add up fast!

I have been shopping lately and trying to avoid toys! Toy Clutter!!! I think all of us moms fight it and it seems to overrun our lives! I recently moved and tried to downsize their collection of toys and books. I think I need to make another pass using the tips on page 18.

After de-cluttering, I need to not add more back to the pile again! Check out our annual Ultimate List of 100+ Non-Toy Gift Ideas for some inspiration on gifts you can give without adding to the toy box!

But here I am skipping over Thanksgiving, let’s not forget our first holiday of the season! Being Thankful is something we should practice daily.

Check out page 12 for tips for all ages (adults too!). One of things I am very thankful for are all of my friends. I don’t have family nearby and it is a challenge to travel to them during the holiday season. Over the years I have been down here in South Florida, I have made friends who are like family to me. So this Thanksgiving, I will be hosting my friends that, like me, don’t have family in the area for a “Friendsgiving” of sort. You can still throw a Friendsgiving party too! They are traditionally done after Thanksgiving and can be a fun, stress free, non-family gathering. Check out P. 22 on how to repurpose some of your leftovers and throw a little fun get together!

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The Ultimate List of 100+ Non-Toy Gift Ideas

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Thankful: adjective thank·ful : glad that something has happened or not happened, that something or someone exists, etc. : of, relating to, or expressing thanks Does it seem that children today don’t know the meaning of being thankful? We live in a consumer based, technology driven world and sometimes life flashes by so quick. We are in such a hurry that we often don’t have to stop and be polite and thankful for the world around us.

Here are some tips on how to help your child show thankfulness and maybe a refresher for adults too!

1. Just say thank you: Practice using roleplay using good manners and saying “thank you” using stuffed animals and action figures.

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2. Start a tradition: Not just for Thanksgiving Day but every week. At dinner time ask everyone to share at least one thing they are grateful for.

3. Be an example to younger children. You may not know it but they are watching you.

Adults and older children can set a good example.

4. Hug Someone! Tell them that you are thankful for them being in your life.

5. Say thank-you with cookies. Prepare and deliver a homemade “thank you” to your local fire or police department, or your pediatrician’s or dentist’s office.

6. Help out without being asked. Make it a goal to do so once a day — and for any member of the family.

7. Thank a teacher or coach. Send a

handwritten note to let him know how much his efforts make a difference.

8. Volunteer a Saturday. Think food pantry or animal shelter, and try to make it a regular commitment.

9. Pay it forward in the drive-thru lane. Use your own money to pay for someone else’s meal.

10. Create a Thanksgiving scrapbook. Ask everyone to jot down their thoughts or contribute a photo on Thanksgiving day. Be sure to update it and add to it each year.

11. Encourage generosity. Together donate toys and clothes to the less fortunate.

12. Thank your children when they do something kind or good. Show thankfulness to the ones closest to you (spouse, friends, relatives) so they know gratitude isnt just for strangers.

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this blockbuster exhibit. Visitors will also experience the importance of science in space and the future of space exploration.

“This exhibit really makes you feel like you’re in the International Space Station, and it’s incredible,” said Lew Crampton, President and CEO of the Science Center.

“You don’t have to be a space junkie to have fun, and there’s something for everyone, old and young.”

The exhibit’s “Training Zone” features some of the challenges involved in becoming an astronaut. Visitors may try their hand at assembling nuts and bolts while wearing a space suit, complete a successful mission and even try to overcome G-forces.

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A live feed will show astronauts on board the International Space Station during their daily routines. This is just one feature in the “Space Lab” portion of the exhibit.

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The exhibit is fresh off a successful stop in Houston, Texas, and West Palm Beach is just the third location for this exhibit’s orbit around North America. Astronaut is produced by Imagine Exhibitions and designed and produced by Scitech of Perth, Australia.

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Toy Rotation:

Reduce Toy Clutter in Six Easy Steps

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Toy clutter, it’s a problem all parents face. From the toddler years when blocks, push toys, and board books seem to be scattered down the hallway to the school age years where kids collect tiny Legos, matchbox cars, and Barbie dolls, clutter remains an ongoing issue. A toy rotation is one way to fight this problem...

Step 1: Gather In the main play area, gather all the toys to the center of the room. You are making a bigger mess at first, but this will help you get organized in the long run. “It may be best to start this process when the kids are in bed or out of the house.” says Colorado Springs mom, Kara Thomas. The process may go quicker and smoother sans children.

However if that isn’t an option, get the

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kids involved and have them help bring toys to the center of the room.

Step 2: Reduce Go through the pile you have gathered and throw away broken toys and items that have missing pieces. Take out any toys that are no longer age appropriate.

Lastly, pick out toys that the children don’t play with. Jill Miller, Cedar Rapids, Iowa mom of two, says “We purge things every year for the annual neighborhood garage sale. It also gives us a little cash boost.” If your family is not up for the work that goes into selling items, consider donating them to a local charity or passing them along to a friend.

Step 3: Sort Once you have reduced the amount

of toys, you should be left with age appropriate toys that your children enjoy. Now divide toys into three categories: thinking toys (puzzles, board games, shape sorters), pretend play (play food, dolls, blocks), and toys that encourage gross motor play (balls, push toys, cars). When you have the items sorted, there should be three piles, one for each category.

Step 4: Divide Divide toys into three to four groups.

Each group should have equal amounts of toys from the categories of thinking toys, pretend play, and gross motor toys.

Place each group of toys into a large box and label it. Plastic tubs work well and can double as a toy box.

Step 5: Store Once the toys are sorted and separated into three to four boxes, keep one out and put the remaining boxes in storage.

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Step 6: Rotate Decide how long to keep a box out for play. Some families switch weekly, while some switch every two to three weeks, and some may switch every month or longer. Choose a time that works for your family. When each box is out, take note of what toys are most popular and which items get ignored. As you are packing up the box, remove the items that didn’t get played with and donate or sell them.

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Reduce Toy Clutter 1. Participate in garage sales or consignment sales “We sell toys they are done playing with.” says Olathe KS mom of five, Deanna Brown.

2. Pass them along to a friend or a family in need.

3. Donate to a local charity.

4. Give them to the church nursery or a preschool - many times an area church or preschool may be in need of used toys in good condition for their classrooms.

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5. Take them to grandma’s house - now the kids will have something to play with when they visit.

6. Try the Konmari Method using the book The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing. “I’m using Konmari Method on the toys and asking ‘Does this bring my kids joy or me joy?’ If not then I’m getting rid of it.”says Kassie, mom of three.

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7. Throw out the “junk”. Get rid of cheap toys from fast food kid’s meals and carnivals. These toys rarely offer many hours of play time and often break easily.

Sarah Lyons is a mother of six children and knows a lot about toy clutter. She writes from her home in suburban Kansas City.

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Leftover Turkey Taco Crescent Ring Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Servings: 10 1 package McCormick Original Taco Seasoning Mix, divided 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup finely chopped onion 2 cups shredded, cooked turkey 1 can (15.25 oz) whole-kernel corn, drained 1 can (10 oz.) diced tomatoes and chilies, drained 1 garlic clove, minced 1 container (8 oz) whipped cream cheese 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 2 packages (8 oz. each) refrigerated crescent dinner rolls Heat oven to 375 F. Reserve 1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix in small bowl; set aside.

In medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion; cook and stir 3 minutes, or until tender. Add turkey, corn, tomatoes, garlic and remaining seasoning mix. Cook and stir 5 minutes. Remove

from heat. Stir in cream cheese and 1 cup shredded cheese.

Unroll crescent roll dough on greased or parchment paper-lined baking pan.

Separate into triangles. Arrange triangles to resemble sun with center open. Press dough where bottoms of triangles overlap.

Spoon turkey mixture in ring where dough overlaps. Fold triangle points over filling, tucking into bottom layer to secure.

Continue until entire ring is enclosed.

Bake 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

In bowl, stir remaining shredded cheese into reserved seasoning mix. Remove ring from oven. Sprinkle with cheese mixture.

Bake 5 minutes longer, or until cheese is melted.

Serve with desired toppings, such as shredded lettuce, sour cream or guacamole.

Chipotle Corn Pudding Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 1 hour Servings: 8 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons McCormick Minced Onions 1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick Ground Mustard 1 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet Sicilian Sea Salt 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Chipotle Chili Pepper 4 eggs

1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, melted 2 cans (14 3/4 ounces each) creamed corn 1 can (15 1/4 ounces) whole-kernel corn, drained nonstick cooking spray Heat oven to 400 F. In small bowl, mix cornstarch, sugar, onions, mustard, sea salt and chili pepper until well blended; set aside.

In large bowl, lightly beat eggs. Stir in milk, butter and all corn. Gently stir in cornstarch mixture until well blended.

Pour into 2 1/2-quart baking dish sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.

Bake 1 hour, or until set, stirring halfway through cooking. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Pecan Pie Brie Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 12 minutes Servings: 12 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon McCormick Ground Cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon McCormick Ground Nutmeg 3 tablespoons butter, divided 1 cup pecans, chopped 1/2 cup light corn syrup 2 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract 1/2 teaspoon McCormick Rum Extract 24 November 2017 | PB Parenting |

1 wheel Brie cheese, warmed In small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg until blended. Set aside.

In large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add pecans; toast 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low.

Stir remaining butter, corn syrup, water, vanilla extract, rum extract and brown sugar mixture into skillet. Cook and stir until butter is melted and mixture is heated through. Remove from heat.

Mixture will thicken as it cools.

Spoon over warmed Brie.

Slow Cooker Red Wine Hot Chocolate Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 1 hour Servings: 14 1 bottle (750 milliliters) red wine 8 cups whole milk 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 1 package (12 ounces) dark chocolate chips 1 teaspoon McCormick Ground Nutmeg 4 McCormick Cinnamon Sticks Place all ingredients in slow cooker. Cover.

Cook 60-70 minutes on high, or until chocolate is melted and mixture is heated through, stirring every 15 minutes.

Reduce heat to low. Serve from slow cooker.

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Some quick tips for hosting a Friendsgiving

Friendsgiving is a holiday that is open to interpretation. It’s even a bit odd to slap a date on it—really, you can celebrate Friendsgiving whenever you like. Here are some tips for yours to run smoothly.

1. Make it a Potluck and have a sign up sheet on who is bringing what to the party. Check off beverages, ice, appetizer, sides (salad, potato/pasta/rice, vegetable, etc.) & desserts. Or you can end up with all desserts and no ice.

2. Remember your friends with allergies.

Chances are someone on the invite list is vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free/dairy-free.

Try to make sure there is something for them to enjoy.

3. Arrange the seating, and encourage people to make new friends.

4. Have fun! Maybe have some party games for your guests to play or a kids crafting area to keep the little ones busy.

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Mondays 3 PM - 5 PM Monday Madness at Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Cafe Check-in between 3 - 5 PM when admission is just $5.95! (regularly $10.95). Free face painting! For more info call 561.627.1782. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens #3115 Palm Beach Gardens.

Mondays and Tuesdays at 4 PM Tiny Kids Need More Art Kids Need More Art in Jupiter invites toddlers ages 2 - 4, and their moms (or dads!) to join them at their bright, colorful, and fun studio space for some creative togethertime. Class is $15. Register at www. kidsneedmoreart.com/jupiter/tiny-kids/.

Also available: Play in Color Open Studio from 3-7 PM Monday thru Thursday in Abacoa location.

Tuesdays 9:30-10:30 AM Open Splash Play at Small Fish Big Fish Swim School Enjoy some quality time in our warm indoor pool - let your little fish swim or play on deck with our water tables. No Registration Required. Members are free, non-members are $5. For more info call 561.818.7946. 346 Pike Road #3, WPB Tuesdays 10:30 AM and Wednesdays 2 PM - Sensational Story: A Story ‘n More at Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center No need to sit still as a statue for this story. Instructors 129 E Ocean Avenue | Boynton Beach, FL 33435

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brings children’s books to life through interactive performance, singing, movement and props. An engaging art activity complements each session.

FREE for Museum Members and FREE with paid Museum admission for NonMembers. For more info go to www. schoolhousemuseum.org Tuesdays 2-4 PM at the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center: ArtXPLORATIONS Each week the classroom will be available for open art exploration in a specific medium. Play for 30 minutes or 2 hours. Members $4; Nonmembers $5 plus admission. Ages 2 - 7.

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BIRTHDAY PARTIES Tuesdays at 6 PM Exhibits, party room & plenty of fun!

Thursdays at 8 AM Power Yoga - Body After Baby Classes at Family Yoga Zen Zone Get your body back after baby!

This class includes yoga and functional strength techniques. Visit www. familyyogazenzone.com for a complete schedule of classes and to register. 1201 N. Federal Hwy, Delray Beach.

Special Saturday & Sunday packages available.

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Every Wednesday and Friday at 3:30 PM and Saturdays at 11 AM, 1 PM & 2 PM • Jr. Vet Kids Lab at Loggerhead Marinelife Center The program features “Dr. Logger,” a trained center volunteer acting as the center’s veterinarian. No pre-registration is required. Sign-up begins 30 minutes prior to the program, space is limited.

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Yoga Zen Zone Join 5016 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach. us on Thursdays for App Store Amazon Last.fm Mister Wong lots of amazing classes Ongoing Kids Choice throughout the day! Power Yoga at 8 AM Sports, Dance, for adults, Baby &Vimeo Me at 9 AM, Little Qik ViddlerYogis Virb and Fitness Indoor (Ages 2-5) at 10 AM, Lunchtime Pilates for Playground Whether Adults at 12PM, Kids Yoga (Ages 6-12) at 4 your child has just begun to walk or can PM,Tumblr DramaKids atWordPerss 5PM and HipBlogger Hop Yoga Posterous cartwheel for days, “Kids Choice Sports” at 6 PM. Please check the schedule at www. can cater to all of your gymnastics needs. familyyogazenzone.com/class-schedule for We offer “Mommy & Me” classes, beginner Behance Deviant a complete list of Design daysFloat and times for Art all the Design Bump classes for all ages, and beyond. Please call classes we offer. 1201 N. Federal Highway, 561.998.4225 or visit www.gokidschoice.

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Calendar Wed., Nov. 1, 15 • 5 - 9 PM Food Truck Invasion at Sunset Cove Amphitheater Join us every 1st and 3rd Wednesday for a food truck Invasion! The event features live, family-friendly entertainment and a large collection of Food Trucks on site! Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. Free Admission.

Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park at 20405 Amphitheater Circle, Boca Raton.

Sat., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10:30 11:30 AM Drop In Craft at the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum Join us for some crafting fun each Saturday in November!

Free with paid admission. For all ages.

Call us at 561.742.6780 or visit www. schoolhousemuseum.org for more information. 129 E Ocean Ave, Boynton BIRTHDAY PARTIES Beach.

Thurs., Nov. 2 • 5 - 7 PM Hack Shack Tech Club at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium If you like to make, tinker, design, and engineer, then the Hack Shack Tech Club is for you!

This club gives children the opportunity to explore science and technology in a whole new way as they experiment with computer programming and even design their very own video game! This week’s theme is “Underwater Robotics.” During this session, we’ll look at the basics of underwater unmanned robotic vehicles. You’ll assemble and operate miniature remote operated underwater vehicles. Classes are held at the new Stiles-Nicholson STEM Education Center across the street from the Science Center.

4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach.

Visit www.sfsciencecenter. org for more information.

Sun., Nov. 5 • 12 PM - 5 PM Punkin’ Chunkin’ in the Park at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium Save those Halloween pumpkins for the 1st Annual Punkin’ Chukin’ Festival! Using Science Center slingshots and trebuchets, send your old jack-olanterns and pumpkins flying through the park. Guests can also enjoy pumpkin crafts, science demos, and discounted admission to the Science Center. All ages welcome. Four categories and tons of prizes! Pre-register to be guaranteed a launch time by adding the number of teams below. Cost is $3 per team.

Pre-registration is highly recommended, but walk-ins will be accepted. Teams consist of up to 8 people and can be family, friends, classmates, etc. For more information, please call 561.832.1988. 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach.

Fri., Nov. 3 • 6 - 9 PM Kids Night Out at Small Fish Big Fish Swim School Drop the kids off for gymnastics, swimming, dinner & fun! They burn off energy. You pick them up after you have had some adult time. The cost is $35 per child and 10% off for siblings.

Please call 561.818.7946 to register. 346 Pike Road #3, West Palm Beach.

Wed., Nov. 8 • 4:30 PM Kidz Cook’n Class at Cool Beans Indoor Playground and Cafe! Come cook up some tasty treats with us! $14.95 includes all-day admission or $6 for the class only.

Encouraging creativity through fun! Call 561.627.1782 for more information. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens #3115, Palm Beach Gardens.

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Exhibits, party room & plenty of fun!

Special Saturday & Sunday packages available.

Where learning is an adventure!

Wed., Nov. 8 • 6 PM Peter and the Wolf at Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center The Palm Beach Symphony engages children in a fun musical learning experience with performances of one of the most internationally recognized pieces of music: Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf. This tale depicts the story of a boy named Peter and his adventures with a lovable duck, an impatient bird, a fat cat, a grumpy grandfather, and a scary wolf. Through this narrative performance, the Symphony partners with Ballet East to bring orchestral music to life with dance, costumes, and interactive audience participation. $10 Adults. Free for Children under 12. Call 561.993.1160 for more information. 1977 SW College Dr, Belle Glade.

Fri., Nov. 10 • 6 - 9 “Do at the Zoo” at Palm Beach Zoo Please join us for a wild ‘night under the stars’ at our annual fundraiser.

Guests will enjoy an array of unique & scrumptious bites from top rated restaurants and all-star chefs of the Palm Beaches while sipping on classic cocktails provided by Bacardi, our official spirits sponsor (Ages 21+). Tickets are required for the event. Call 561.533.0887 or visit www.palmbeachzoo. org. 1301 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach.

Fri., Nov. 10 • 8 PM Screen on the Green at Waterfront Commons “The Lego Batman Movie” (PG).

Screen on the Green transforms the great lawn on the West Palm Beach Waterfront into a theater under the stars. Bring a blanket or a chair and purchase “movie time” popcorn, snacks and beverages from our stocked concession stand. The event is free.

100 South Clematis Street, West Palm Beach.

Sat., Nov. 11 - Sun., Nov. 12• 8 PM - 8 AM Spectacular Space Family Sleepover at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium Join us at the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium for our Spectacular Space Family Sleepover!

Enjoy Astronomy crafts and demos, immerse yourself in a special Night Skies planetarium show, gaze at the stars through highpowered telescopes*, and experience space explorer training in our newest exhibit, Astronaut. Night sky viewing is weather permitting. Cost $35 for members, $40 for non-members. Registration is required. One adult chaperone must accompany every 5 children. Children must be 3 years or older.

Cost includes hot pizza dinner, continental breakfast, and all activities. Participants supply their own sleeping bag, twin-sized air mattress or foam underlay, pillow and personal hygiene materials. No cots please.

Chaperones are responsible for and must supervise and stay with their group during the entire visit. 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach. Visit www.sfsciencecenter. org for more information.

Tues., Nov. 14 • 6 PM Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting at Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center With what has become an annual event, the Holiday Festival will include the official tree-lighting for the 12th Annual Festival of Trees. There will be wonderful music by talented local performers and a visit from Santa (free pictures to performance ticket holders!) to remind you that Christmas is coming soon. The Grand Hall will be filled with beautiful Christmas trees decorated by local citizens, organizations, groups and businesses. You can support the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center’s fundraising efforts by bidding on your favorite themed tree in our silent auction. The auction will close at 5PM

Calendar after The Living Christmas Tree performance on December 3rd. Be the highest bidder and take your tree home for the holidays!

The event is FREE. Call 561.993.1160 for more information. 1977 SW College Dr, Belle Glade.

Thurs., Nov. 16 • 3 - 5 PM Open House at Atlantis Academy Join us at Atlantis Academy for an open house and information night to learn about our program and academics. At Atlantis Academy we are preparing students for life, not just the next grade. For more information please visit www. palmbeaches. atlantisacademy.com or call 561.642.3100 1950 Prairie Road, West Palm Beach.

Fri., Nov. 17• 6 - 9 PM Kid’s Night Out at Kids Need More Art in Jupiter Join us for a night of fun, creativity, and art appreciation! Young artists will look at the work of famous artists and create their own masterpiece in that style using some of the same techniques. The evening includes Master Artist themed art projects, games and other activities, pizza, snacks, and refreshments. Ages 5 - 9 are welcome.

Price is $25 each child. Ask about sibling or group discounts. For more information visit www.kidsneedmoreart.com or call 561.746.4576.

Sat., Nov. 18 • 10 AM 12 PM Eco Adventure Series: Wild Child! at Loggerhead Marinelife Center Bring out their inner explorer as your wild child explores the Florida outdoors through hands-on, sea turtle-approved activities.

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Ages 2-5. Join Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) biologists on local eco excursions and explore the diverse coastal ecosystems of Florida. From river to reef, participants will learn about local flora and fauna as well as gain an insight into the importance of these delicate ecosystems in their community.

Call 561.627.8280 for more information or visit www.marinelife.org/Turtleween. 14200 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach.

Mon., Nov. 20 - 24 • All Day School’s Out! Play In! at Cool Beans Indoor Playground and Cafe When School’s Out! Play In! We invite children up to age 10 to play after 3:00 PM. Join in the fun!

Call for information - 561.627.1782. Regular admission and rules apply. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens #3115, Palm Beach Gardens.

Tues., Nov. 28 • 5 - 7 PM GEMS Club at South Florida Science Center and Aquarium This week’s theme is “Conservation Craze.” Girls have a bright future in Science and GEMS Club will continue to help them shine! GEMS Club offers the perfect opportunity for young girls to learn and grow as they discover the exciting world of math, science, engineering and technology. Pizza dinner and refreshments will be provided. This program is open to girls in grades 3 - 8 and a $7 registration fee is required per session.

There will be an additional $2 charge for walk-in registrations at the door. Visit www. sfsciencecenter. org/gems to register or for more information. 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach.

Please call ahead to confirm.

Events are subject to change.

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Ongoing in November at the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum Join us every Thursday in November from 10AM - 12PM for “Exhibits Alive!”This is an interactive and educational experience focusing on our exhibits, happening in the exhibit halls at scheduled times. FREE with paid admission for Museum visitors. Many other classes are offered BIRTHDAY daily includingPARTIES Tots in Tutus, Yoga Fun and Exhibits, party room & plenty of fun!

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More. Check the website Special Saturday & Sunday packages Where learning is an adventure! for more details and for a complete schedule of classes and pricing. Call us at 561.742.6780 or visit www.schoolhousemuseum.org for more information. 129 E Ocean Ave, Boynton Beach.

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the moment his tall, red and white striped hat appears around the door, Sally and her brother know that The Cat in the Hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat they have ever met. With the trickiest of tricks and the craziest of ideas, he is certainly fun to play with. And he turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure. But what will mum find when she comes home? Single tickets start at $12. For tickets call 561.868.3309 or visit www. duncantheatre.org. 4200 S Congress Ave, Lake Worth.

SAVE THE DATES Fri. - Sun., Dec. 1 - 3 Ballet Palm Beach Presents the Nutcracker at the Kravis Center The Nutcracker is the comingSAVE THE DATE Fri., of-age story of Marie who Dec. 1 at 7 PM “The receives a mysterious gift on Nutcracker” at The Christmas Eve. Adventures Duncan Theatre Become ensue as Tchaikovsky’s score draws Marie into entranced by this hour-long production by a terrifying battle with the Mouse King, past the beauty of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her a mystical snowstorm, and to the Kingdom dazzling Court, enchanted by the swirling of the Sugar Plum Fairy. The Nutcracker is snowflakes and breathtaking snow, and cheer suitable for all ages, delighting the young for the tiny toy soldiers and their leader, the and the young-at-heart. Visit www.kravis. handsome Nutcracker Prince. Single tickets org or call 561.832.7469 for ticket info. 701 start at $18. For tickets call 561.868.3309 or visit Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach. www. duncantheatre.org. 4200 S Congress Want the latest events?

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