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PB Picks P. 6 10 Questions to Ask When Choosing Camp P.8 Day Camp Checklist P. 10 Childhood Sleep Problems P. 12

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Sending Your Child With Special Needs to Camp P. 14 Teaching Kids to Say Sorry P. 18 Summer Camp Directory P. 24 - 54 Spring Break Camps P. 56

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PB Travels: 25 Rides of Your Life at Florida Theme Parks P. 58 Weekly Events P. 62 Family Events Calendar P. 64

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Greetings, There are less than 63 days left until the end of the school year! Yikes! Are you ready for Summer? PB Parenting is back with our 5th annual Summer Camp Directory! We have a variety of camps to appeal to your child’s interest and your budget. Check it out

Join us for our 2nd annual Summer Camp Expo and Family Fun Day where you can meet camps in person! Meet over 40 camps, gather information and ask questions all while the kids have a fun time at The South Florida Science Center and Aquarium! Patty Shukla will be performing twice during the day and we will have face painting, characters, arts and crafts and more! Save the Date - Sunday April 24th from 11 AM - 3 PM! Plan to arrive early as the first 200 adults are FREE. After that adults are only $7 (normally $16.95). Children are FREE all day to this event!

Thank you to Brian D. Guralnick Injury Lawyers for covering the cost of the first 200 adult entrants, and thank you to The South Florida Science Center and Aquarium for the reduced admission and hosting the event. Make sure to stop by the PB Parenting table to pick up your “Passport to Summer”. One lucky attendee will win a FREE week of camp (up to a $250 value!). We will also have raffle prizes, giveaways and an awesome insulated wet-bag perfect for summer trips to the pool, splash pad, beach or pool days at camp. (limited supply so come early). Hope to see you there!

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10 Questions To Ask When Choosing A Summer Camp Looking for a camp that will offer your child a safe opportunity to develop new skills this summer? Start with the basics: Ask the director of any camp you’re considering how long it’s been operating and what licenses it has. You should be aware, however, that state licensing requirements vary widely, and in many cases, are minimal.

If the camp is accredited by the American Camp Association, you can be assured that the day camp or sleepaway camp on your list has satisfied the nonprofit organization’s more than 300 standards on health, safety, facilities, programs and staffing.

But many good programs are too new or too small to get ACA accreditation, which costs money and staff time. Even an accredited camp can be a poor match for your child if the camp’s “culture” doesn’t fit his temperament.

That means a parent considering any program needs to ask lots of questions. Here are 10 to ask the camp director: 1. What’s the camp’s philosophy?

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a parent? Is it a good match for your child’s temperament? Is competition or cooperation emphasized? If it’s a camp run by a religious organization, what religious observances or practices are part of the program? If you’re looking at a sports camp that touts an affiliation with a celebrity athlete, how much time — if any — will the sports star actually spend there?

2. How does the camp recruit, screen and train its staff? Do counselors have criminal background checks? First aid training?

3. How many counselors are returning this year? The ACA says at most camps, 4060 percent of the staff returns. If the number you’re given is lower, ask why. How many campers return? Fifty percent is good, and more is better.

4. What’s the ratio of counselors to campers? ACA guidelines for overnight camps call for a 1:6 ratio for ages 7 and 8, 1:8 for ages 9-14; and 1:10 for ages 15-18. Day camp guidelines call for 1:8 for children ages 6-8; 1:10 for children ages 9-14; and 1:12 for ages 15-18.

5. How old are the counselors?

The ACA recommends that 80 percent of the staff be 18 or older and that all staffers be at least 16 and a minimum of two years older than the campers they supervise.

6. What medical staff work at the camp and what backup facilities are nearby?

While most states have regulations for camps, there is no federal oversight of camps’ health and safety. The ACA recommends that an overnight camp have a licensed physician or registered nurse on the site every day, and that day camps should have direct phone access. If your child takes medication, has food allergies or a chronic medical condition, be sure you are comfortable that the camp will be able to handle your child’s needs.

7. What is the camp’s approach to discipline and how does the camp handle conflicts between campers? Find out what the camp’s rules are and what breaches would result in a camper being sent home.

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• Bathing suit and towel • Water bottle filled with ice-cold water • Hat You should be comfortable that the camp’s practices are in line with your parenting practices.

8. What does a typical daily schedule look like?

This will help you decide if your child will be happy with the level of physical activity or the amount of time devoted to arts and crafts.

Ask how much freedom a child has to choose activities.

9. Will the camp be transporting the children?

What vehicles are used and how often are they inspected? Who drives them and what training do drivers have?

• Sunglasses • Comfortable running shoes or closed-toe sports sandals WITH socks • Extra set of clothes (especially a pair of socks and shirt if they get wet from the rain) • Rain poncho (rolls up small) • Medication: All camps should have your child’s medical information on file.

Having an extra note with details in their backpack and attached to their Prescription medication and/or Epi-Pen is helpful.

10. Ask for references.

Finally and most important, get the names of parents with children the same age who have attended the camp. While it’s true that a director is likely to give you the names of campers who had good experiences, you’ll be able to get a fuller view of the camp by asking the right questions, says ACA President Ann Sheets.

• Food: Most day camps will provide lunch and snacks. If you pack a lunch it should be easy to eat on the ground. A sandwich (avoid peanut butter since most camps are nut-free), fruit and a juice box or water makes for a healthy lunch. Granola bars make an excellent snack. Some camps may have snack bars or vending machines.

Notify the camp of any food allergies your child may have.

“Ask ‘Is there anything you didn’t like about the camp?’ And let your child talk to their child, too,” she says.

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Childhood Sleep Problems Can I have a glass of water? I’m afraid of the dark. There’s a monster under my bed.

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Children can make up many excuses not to go to, or stay in bed. Some childhood sleep problems are caused by poor sleep habits, while others may be hereditary or symptoms of emotional difficulties. Fortunately, children typically outgrow sleep problems so they – and their parents – can get a good night’s rest.

Some childhood sleep problems called parasomnias, include night terrors, sleepwalking and sleep talking.

Night terrors involve episodes of fear, flailing or screaming that can last a few minutes while the child is asleep.

They affect only a small number of children between the ages of three and 12 and usually are outgrown by adolescence. Sleepwalking typically starts between the ages of four and eight. Children who sleepwalk may look like they are awake, but actually they are sleeping and may be at risk for injury by falling down stairs or opening windows. When sleep talking, speech is characteristically mumbled and unintelligible. Parents should not try to wake children up, but instead guide them back to bed or otherwise gently reassure them.

The amount of sleep children need gradually decreases as they mature.

Newborn babies usually nap about 16 hours through the day and night, while teenagers need about nine hours of sleep per night. For many parents, getting their children to go to bed and stay there can be quite frustrating, but they can help put a stop to bedtime troubles by following these simple steps.

• Stick to the same bedtime every night, even on weekends.

• Turn off the television, video games and computer at least one hour before going to bed and start winding down with a consistent routine that includes brushing teeth, going to the bathroom and maybe reading a short story.

• Make sure the place to sleep is comfortable.

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Keep a low noise level in the house while the child is asleep.

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Sending Your Child With Special Needs to Camp You’ve decided to send your child with special needs to camp this summer. But that’s just the first step — you can choose a camp designed just for kids with special needs or a mainstream camp where your child will be with kids without special needs. Once that’s decided, what can you do to get ready?

Preparing Your Child — and Yourself If you haven’t visited the camp, get as much information about it as possible, including a description of the layout and a video, if the camp has one, and go over these with your child.

Tell your child that you’ll be checking in regularly with the camp staff and stress that he or she can always let them know if his or her needs aren’t being met. Offer reassurance that you and the camp staff will take every precaution to make sure that all kids stay safe.

Talk about the benefits of attending camp and what some of your child’s goals might be, such as to try a new sport, make new friends, or just enjoy a break from doctors’ appointments and therapy sessions.

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consider starting them in a day camp or a sports team for kids with special needs. This can give them the skills and confidence they need to feel comfortable about going to a residential camp.

Start with regular sports activities and day camp. Then use a special-needs camp to get them used to being away before sending them to an inclusionary camp.

Another option to consider is sending a child to camp with a friend or a sibling. If kids attend an inclusionary or mainstream camp, the buddy doesn’t have to have a special need. Going with a friend can reduce stress for both parents and kids, since kids with special needs and their camp buddies will be looking out for each other.

Sharing Information With Camp Staff Some parents are reluctant to share too much information with camp staff for fear it will have negative repercussions for their child (for example, they may wonder if the camp will still take their child or if they’re setting their child up for failure).

But good camps will want and need to know as much as possible — the more information they have, the better.

Consult with your child’s doctor and other specialists, such as a physical therapist,

to make sure you give the camp director and staff all necessary information, and ask the camp staff if they have everything they need from you.

You can help educate the staff by spending time with them and answering and asking questions before you drop off your child. This can be critical. For example, if your child will be attending a mainstream camp, you’ll want to make sure that everything is accessible for your child and that the staff understands your child’s needs.

Many camps have paperwork you can fill out to share information about things like dietary and medical needs. And regardless of whether your child is going to a day or residential camp, you should give the staff a list of emergency phone numbers and email addresses, and make sure they know how to reach you at all times during your child’s camp stay.

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If your child takes any medication, include the phone number of your doctor in case the prescription is lost and needs to be refilled by camp staff. Check whether the camp infirmary stocks your child’s medication, too. If it doesn’t, send extra medicine in case of an emergency.

support staff your child needs. If your child needs a therapist, you can have that person come in on a predetermined basis to provide care. Or maybe your child needs more intensive, round-the-clock care — ask the camp director what you can do to accommodate these special needs.

What to Pack Try to limit the special equipment your child brings, especially if it’s expensive or breakable. Kids going to a mainstream camp are likely to want to be like all the other kids, so do what you can to accommodate that desire. And mark or label everything with your child’s name to make it easier to keep track of belongings — that goes for everything from crutches to a retainer case.

Remember, however, that you may want to let your child have a vacation from therapy or other treatments. Before you decide to postpone any treatments, though, consult with your doctor.

If the camp hasn’t sent you one, you should call ahead for a list of recommended items.

Every camp has different requirements.

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Dealing With Anxiety and Homesickness Many camps don’t allow direct contact between parent and child while the camp is in session — they do this to help the campers stay focused on their activities.

This can be scary for parents of kids with special needs, which is why it’s important that you figure out, ahead of time, how you’ll get information about your child’s

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status. Will the camp call you with updates or can you occasionally call or email the supervisor and camp staff?

Like any parent of a camper, though, parents of kids with special needs can write letters to remind their kids that they’re loved and missed, and that they can’t wait to hear all about their campers’ many experiences.

And just like any other child, your kid probably won’t want you to cramp his or her style while away at camp.

The best thing you can do is respect your camper’s need for freedom and independence while enjoying a safe camp environment.

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Teaching Kids to Say Sorry

BY CHRISTA MELNYK HINES At first blush, teaching kids to apologize seems simple. You instruct them to say sorry to whomever they wronged and you move on. But, did your child only say sorry to appease you? Does she really understand what she did wrong?

Teaching kids to apologize with sincerity helps them learn lessons in empathy, nurturing and forgiveness. And given the messiness of life, those moments requiring apologies tend to be plentiful for practice.

Establish house rules. From an early age, clarify behaviors that are okay and those that are not to help youngsters hone their sense of right from wrong and develop strong social skills.

“It’s really important to praise the behavior you want to see more of, like ‘thank you for asking before taking that toy from your brother,’” says Dr. Jane Sosland, child psychologist. “Then enforce consequences if they break the rules.”

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And often that means an apology is necessary.

Role model. Consider this common scenario: Junior grabs a toy from the hands of another tot at a playdate.

Embarrassed in front of other parents, your first inclination might be to jump in, demand he give the toy back and apologize.

“By immediately scolding him in front of other people, that embarrasses and shames the child without giving him time to reflect about the situation,” says Dr. Stephanie Mihalas, child psychologist.

Instead model an empathetic apology.

Mihalas suggests the following formula: 1. Apology statement: “Johnny, I’m really sorry that got taken out of your hand.”

2. Feeling statement: “You must feel really bad because you were playing with it.”

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3. Corrective response: “I’m going to give it back to you because I know that it shouldn’t have been taken away from you.”

moment?), you show them that no one is above culpability. In turn, they have the opportunity to express forgiveness.

Then work to correct your behavior.

“Eventually, what you hope happens is your child picks up implicitly based on how you behave with other people,” Mihalas says.

“The whole point about teaching kids to say sorry is so they can learn from their mistakes,” Sosland says. “If we are repeatedly saying sorry (for the same thing), we demonstrate that we are not learning.”

Practice skills. Rather than lecturing your tyke about what he did wrong, role play when you get home by asking him questions like, “I know you really wanted to play with that new toy that Bobby had, but what could you have done differently that wouldn’t have made him cry?”

“By doing that you are teaching him positive tactics and skills,” Mihalas says.

Show remorse for your mistakes.

When you apologize to your children for mistakes you make (and who isn’t guilty of the occasional bad parenting

But only apologize if you are truly at fault. Instead of saying “I’m sorry” for a disappointment you had no control over, show understanding by saying something like: “I know. I’m sad that happened too.”

Cool off first. A hasty “I’m sorry” in the heat of anger is rarely meaningful. Give your child time to calm down in her room and set a time limit for an apology, says parent coach Laura Murphy. For instance: “You are welcome to rejoin us once you apologize.”

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Then, give her age-appropriate choices for how she would like to apologize.

“Would you like to apologize with a hug or with your words?” or “Would you like to draw a picture or write a letter saying you are sorry?”

Reinforce words with nurturing, corrective action. As part of the apology, help your child find actionable ways to make amends.

For example, Murphy says: “’If you are going to call your sister names, I want you to say three nice things to her.’ Or, ‘You hurt your brother. Let’s get him an ice pack to help him feel better.’”

“But I’m NOT sorry!” As every parent knows, there are two sides to every story and understanding what happened isn’t always obvious. Once emotions have simmered down, talk to your child and find out why she doesn’t feel like she should apologize.

Books for Kids about Saying Sorry This is Just to Say: Poems of Apology and Forgiveness by Joyce Sidman Zach Apologizes by William Mulcahy Sorry! by Trudy Ludwig I Did It, I’m Sorry by Caralyn Buehner Forgive and Let Go! A Book About Forgiveness by Cheri J. Meiners and Elizabeth Allen

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“We really don’t want to insist they say sorry when they aren’t sorry,” Sosland says.

other person should be responsible for,” Murphy says.

“Maybe they are right not to feel sorry.

Maybe they reacted in a situation where the other child is badgering them and making fun of them, and finally they couldn’t stand it any longer. It’s important to validate their feelings and not to try and convince them to feel differently.

There are no right or wrong feelings.”

Teaching forgiveness. As kids learn to say sorry, they also learn forgiveness.

“Apologizing is humbling and that’s part of what builds character is being able to humble yourself when you’ve been wrong,” Murphy says. “On the flip side of that is humbling yourself to forgive somebody when you’ve been wronged.”

Problem solve ways to handle the situation better in the future. And discuss if there is any part of the incident for which your child should be held accountable. For example, even if her anger was justified, hitting her playmate wasn’t the right way to handle it. In this case, she could say “I’m sorry that I hit you.”

The famous poet Alexander Pope once wrote, “To err is human; to forgive, divine.”

“It would solve most of the world’s problems if we took care of what we are responsible for instead of rubbing each others’ noses in what we think the

We all make mistakes. By learning to give and accept apologies with empathy and grace, we develop integrity in ourselves and trust in each other. In return, we are rewarded with friendships that last a lifetime.

Christa Melnyk Hines and her husband are the parents of two boys. Her latest book is Happy, Healthy & Hyperconnected: Raise a Thoughtful Communicator in a Digital World.

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SUMMER

CAMP

DIRECTORY Abby’s Performing Arts Academy is a highquality music ACADEMY in Jupiter, offering an ACTING & MUSIC camp for ages 4-10 (boys and girls) from 9am – 4pm daily. $250 p/ wk ($225 2nd sibling) and before May 1 early registration price is $225 per student. Weekly themes include Inside Out, Prince/Princesses, Pirates/Fairies, Harry Potter/Magic, Descendants, Sponge Bob, American Girl Goes to Paris and Grease Jr! For more information and to register visit www.abbysperformingarts. com or call or text Abby at 561-307-5100.

Aloha Surf and Watersports Camp Surf Camp for ages 6-12: 9-1 $200. Watersports Camp for ages 7-12: 9–3 $285. Teenager Camp for ages 13+: 9:30-3:00 $285.

All instructors CPR certified. All equipment provided. Before/after care & sibling discounts available. Students enjoy surfing, dodgeball, snorkeling, skimboarding and indoboarding. In Watersports Camp students participate in water trampoline, jet ski tubing, surfing, snorkeling, skimboarding, dodgeball and fun water sports games. There will be weekly ceremonies & pizza parties; includes free hats & products from O’Neill surf wear! 561-543-7873 or www. alohasurfingschool.com.

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American Heritage Summer Day Camps Memories that last a lifetime! American Heritage Summer Day Camps provide summer activities in one of five different camp opportunities. Day Camp campers participate in indoor and outdoor sports, art projects, games, field trips, and special events. Specialty Camps fulfill passions and inspire young enthusiasts in Robotics, Science Adventure, Musical Theater, and Young Artists. Free bus transportation to areas throughout Palm Beach and Broward Counties.

6200 Linton Blvd, Delray Beach. For more information call 561-637-2440 or visit www.ahschool.com.

American Heritage Summer Institute Introducing an academic enrichment program for high achievers in PK3 – 12th Grade offering courses such as: early elementary enrichment, writing workshops, math, coding with Java, robotics, science adventure, art, video production, medical terminology, embryology, business law, visual concepts and more. For information call 561-495-7272 ext. 207 or visit www. ahschool.com/summerinstitute.

AquaNuts CampNuts Have you ever dreamed of spending your summer splashing in the waves, or learning how to paddle board and surf?

Join us for a day of family fun on Sunday, April 24th from 11 AM - 3 PM at The South Florida Science Center and Aquarium!

Camp Information from over 40 summer camps!

Art • Sports • Gymnastics Science • Outdoors • Theatre Horse • Music • Ice Skating Wildlife • Swimming • Dance and so much more!

Fun Activities for the Kids!

Patty Shukla Performances Arts & Crafts • Face Painting Character Meet & Greets Fun Science Experiments

Centrally located off of Southern Blvd. and I-95 at 4801 Dreher Trail North in West Palm Beach.

Win a FREE week of Camp!

Pick up your “Passport to Summer” at the PB Parenting table and complete it for a chance to win a free week from any of the camps present at the event (up to a $250 value)

FREE ADMISSION TO THE FIRST 200!

Children are FREE to this event! First 200 Adults are FREE! After that adults are only $7 (normally $16.95) Thank you to Brian D. Guralnick Injury Lawyers for covering the first 200 adult entrants, and thank you to The South Florida Science Center and Aquarium for the reduced admission and hosting our Summer Camp Expo.

www.pbsummercamp.com • 561-907-7668

At Camp AquaNuts, you can experience all this and more! Each week features a new theme to explore in the afternoon, and a morning full of fun in the ocean and pool! Coast Camp for Teens is also available with surfing, Science and more!

Located in the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, Manalapan. Call 561-540-4833 or visit www.aquanutskids.com to get more information about camp prices and to sign up!

The Armory Art Center Summer Art Camp runs from June 6 – Aug. 12 from 9am – 4:30pm and is filled with fun, creativity, character development and self-esteem initiatives. Innovative theme weeks will include drawing, painting, sculpture, jewelry, fashion, ceramics, and printmaking as a major focus enhanced with music, dance, games and team building. $225 – $275 per week.

Visit www.armoryart.org or call 561-8321776 for more details on weekly themes and registration.

Beth El Summer Adventure Camp is a nurturing program for children ages 2, 3, 4 and 5.

Each week our imaginations take us on faraway adventures – to the beaches of Hawaii, on a pirate expedition, to the circus, the farm and more! Your child will explore sports, water and outdoor play, music and movement, arts and crafts, gardening, Zumba, Kidokinetics and Shabbat sing-a-longs. Special activities include a petting zoo, a magician and more! Minimum enrollment: 2 weeks. Visit tbeboca.org/early-learningcenter or call 561-391-8901 for more information.

Boca Museum Art School Camp Weekly art camp for ages 5-12 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Early and after care available. Popular camp lead by professional art educators who inspire creativity in a low teacher/ student ratio environment. Fun projects each week include cartooning and anime, painting, wood sculpture, portraiture, Meet the Masters, and Green Week. For more information call 561-392-2503 or visit www.bocamuseum.org/camp.

Bootz Cultural Arts Center is a FUN, art studio for all ages.

Explore cultures and create your own souvenirs without leaving the studio.

Each day’s activities are inspired by a different culture. Activities include art making, physical activities, games, dance,

Performing Performing Arts Arts Theatre Theatre

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www.palmbeachzoo.org/education 1301 Summit Boulevard West Palm Beach 561-547-WILD (9453)

theater, music, creative expression, and FUN! Royal Palm Beach. For a daily schedule and registration information visit www.BootzCulturalArtsCenter. com or call (561) 290-2753.

Bring Your Kid to the Cooolest Camp Around

Boynton Beach Recreation & Parks Dept.

Satisfy your child’s inner craving for adventurous activities, field trips, camp rivalry days, crafts and weekly guests. Free breakfast (certain camps) and lunch! Everyone receives a free tshirt! Swimming on Mondays. Fun for everyone! Affordable! 6 different locations! June 13 – Aug. 5 from 7:30am – 5:30pm. Summer Camp Fees: $500 residents and $625 non-residents. Art Camp Fees: $575 residents, $720 nonresidents. Register at Intracoastal Park Clubhouse, 2240 N Federal Hwy, Tuesday through Saturday 10am – 2pm.

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Sunday March 20th, 11AM to 3PM

Free Pony Rides For all ages • Hands on Horse Activities Riding Demos • Games •Prizes Discounts on Camps and Lessons

Spring and Summer Horse Camps The great place for serious horsing around!

www.CaspereyStables.com 2330 D Rd, Loxahatchee • 561-792-4990

Boynton Beach School of Music, Dance & Drama Enrich your child’s summer and keep them active with a wide variety of summer camps to choose from. Our week long summer camps include music, dance, drama and instrument playing with a performance of our Broadway Style Musical on the last day of camp.

Students can explore and learn many new things. Camps run from 9-4 with beforecare and aftercare available.

Private summer music lessons are also available for piano, voice, guitar, drums, violin, flute and clarinet. Located in Boynton Beach. 561-585-2222 or www. boyntonmusicdance.com.

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Robots Rockets 3D Printing Science Experiments Engineering Challenges

STEM Laboratory and Maker Space Designed Just for Kids Preschool Homeschool Summer After School Camps!

Parties NW corner of Lantana and 441behind Dunkin' Donuts

10101 Lantana Road, Suite G Lake Worth •

561-249-0798

www.kidswonderlab.com

Breakers West Country Club Calling all campers for a summer of fun!

Children ages 4-14 are invited to join us at Breakers West for an unforgettable summer complete with golf, tennis, basketball, swimming, wildlife demonstrations, science experiments, magic shows, arts & crafts, themed weeks, and so much more! Summer Camp runs from June 6 through August 9, Monday – Friday from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. After-care is also available. To register for Breakers West Summer Camp, call (561) 283-1062.

Bright Horizons Join us for X-Treme Summer Camp Fun! This summer, we invite you to discover fun, friendships, and exploration with Bright Horizons’ Camp Explorations X-Treme Summer Fun program! Our day camp program offers indoor and outdoor activities, creative projects, special guests, field trips, Fantastic Fridays and so much more! Visit any one of our camps including Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Coral Springs, Coconut Creek, Jupiter, Lake Worth and Wellington. Lic# 50-5102841, 50-51-00719, 50-51-00718, 46029, 46028, 50-51-00285, 50-51-1531680.

Contact your local camp for details or visit us online at www.brighthorizons. com/pbparenting.

Camp Atlantis Academy An exciting Summer Camp where learning meets fun. Intensive academics including Reading, Language Arts and Math utilizing Lexia and Ascend programs will take place in the mornings. The afternoon is dedicated

to fun and socialization. The camp is divided into four two-week sessions starting on June 13. Each camp session has a theme and activities will revolve around the different weekly themes.

Trips to the pool, water park, bowling, movies, arts & crafts and specialized Friday field trips are just some of the fun packed activities in this recreational and academic camp. Registration is open to children ages 5-12. For questions and more information on registration please call Atlantis Academy Miami at (305) 271-9771, Atlantis Academy Coral Springs at (954) 752-7571, and Atlantis Academy Palm Beaches at (561) 6423100. Please visit our website at www.

AtlantisAcademy.com .

Camp Shalom For 50+ years Camp Shalom has been the premier day camp in Palm

BOCA MUSEUM

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www.bocamuseum.org

561-392-2503

Calling all sports-minded, adventure-seeking, nature-loving kids for a summer of fun at Breakers West Country Club.

Daily Golf, Tennis, Basketball & Swimming Arts & Crafts | Magic Shows | Science Projects Wildlife Demonstrations | Family Cookouts Theme Weeks | Family Activity Center & More

AGES 4-14 June 6 – August 19 Monday – Friday 8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

After-care is available.

To register, call 561-283-1062.

1550 Flagler Parkway, West Palm Beach, FL 33411 breakerswestclub.com

Beach County for preschoolers - 10th grade. In addition to traditional day camp, campers can select from a variety of specialty camps including basketball, circus, sports, drama, teen travel, special needs, and more. Both our traditional camp and specialty camps include daily swimming, special events, first-rate parent communication, & background checked staff. Locations in Boynton Beach & Palm Beach Gardens. For more information visit www.campshalom.org or call 561259-3000 for our Boynton location or 561-712-5227 for our Palm Beach Gardens location.

Casperey Stables Horse Camp is a small, fun-filled day camp for children ages 7-14. With three riding opportunities each day, arts & crafts and outdoor games, our campers find little time to be bored. Our low

Weekly trips Weekly themes Water fun & games Science experiments

counselor/child ratio ensures your child will receive individual attention. There’s a weekly water playday and each session ends with a horse show and Family BBQ! Call soon, this small, quality program fills quickly! Loxahatchee. Visit www. caspereystables.com, check out their Facebook page or call 561-792-4990.

City of Greenacres Hey kids! Join us for tons of fun during your summer break from school. Register for our camps and enjoy field trips, sports, games, arts & crafts, and lots of indoor and outdoor amusement. Camp is held between 7:30am – 6:00pm and provides affordable care for youth K-8th grade students that fosters respectful and responsible youth. Fees include breakfast, lunch, snack, t-shirts and field trips! License # 50-51-00526, 501 Martin Ave., Greenacres. For details call 561-

Cooking extravaganza Woodworking (older kids) Arts and Crafts Olympic games

Golf lesson Offering VPK Camp Hours 8am-5:30pm Early drop off/late pick up is available Now Enrolling for Summer Camp June 6th to August 12th Early Bird Special: Enroll and pay by May 6, 2016 and receive a $20 discount per week and free registration.

12946 Okeechobee Blvd.

Loxahatchee, FL 33470

561-383-5027

www.MOOSEYSPRESCHOOL.com License # 50-51-1607518

Spring and Summer are made for adventure!

Our camps are perfect for young scientists ages 4-14 and offer hands-on exploration on a variety of topics in science, engineering and technology.

Register online at www.sfsciencecenter.org or call (561) 832-2026 for more information.

For STEM Studio Jupiter camps call (561) 818-STEM.

4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

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City of Greenacres Youth Programs Division

Elementary and Middle School

We provide an affordable year round after school program for youth K-8th grade students through civic education, cultural enrichment, career exploration/job shadowing and academic support that fosters respectful and responsible youth.

Transportation provided from: (Elementary) Liberty Park, Greenacres, Heritage, Diamond View, Cholee Lake, Greenacres Christian Academy, Pine Jog. (Middle) Okeeheelee, L.C. Swain, Tradewinds.

High School

We shape future leaders by providing a program for high school students to develop life skills through career development, volunteer service opportunities and structured activities.

Nationally accredited by COA & a QIS site Inclusive program Afforable rates Accepts ELC funding Fees include breakfast, lunch (summer camp only), snack, t-shirts (3) and field trips!

For more information, please contact Youth Programs at 642-2193. www.ci.greenacres.fl.us

642-2193 or visit www.ci.greenacres.fl.us.

City of West Palm Beach City Fun Specialty CityFun Camps! Join us this summer for a whole Specialty lot of CityFun. Camps Choose from Sailing Join us this summer for Sports a whole lot of CityFun. Camp, Academy, Soccer Camp, www.wpb.org/CityParks Sports Call Camp, Art Camps, Fishing Camps, 561-804-4900 Sailing Camp Art Camps Lacrosse Camp, Sk8 Camps & Trips, Sports Academy Fishing Camps Soccer Camp Lacrosse Camp Swim Lessons and Counselor-in-Training Sports Camp Sk8 Camps & Trips Swim Lessons Program.

For complete details and to Counselor-in-Training Program register visit www.wpb.org/CityParks or AND MORE! call 561-804-4900.

Clubhouse University Clubhouse University’s Summer Camp offers elementary aged children a fun, safe and interactive environment to create awesome summer time memories.

With low camper to counselor ratios, campers look forward to daily field trips, while games and arts and craft activities round out their day. Full Time and Part Time programs are available and we also provide Drop-In Care. Visit our website today and call us for more information and availability www.

ClubhouseUniversity.com, 561-748-2150.

Department of Parks and Recreation 401 Clematis Street, WPB, FL 33401

Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Cafe Mad Science Camp for Pre-K and School Age! PRE-K (June 6-10 & July 11-15): My First Lab! Through hands-on discovery preschoolers learn about creepy creatures, dinosaurs and astrology. (June 20-24 & July 25-29): Let’s Get Growing! Preschoolers will discover how, why, and where things grow, and learn about weather, seeds and creepy crawlers. SCHOOL AGE

entering 1st-5th in fall (June 13-17 & July 18-22): Explorers & Inventors - Each day campers will be given a series of challenges (flying contraptions, gizmo prototypes, Light Saber and more) which must be overcome using basic materials, simple machines, tips from world famous inventors and their mind. All camps include Mad Science, mid-morning snack, lunch and Indoor Playground. Downtown at the Gardens, PGA. For more information visit www.

CoolBeansPlayCafe.com or call 561-6271782.

Craft Haus All summer long Craft Haus offers creative art camps that are both intellectually and physically interactive for ages 5-12! Join us for drawing, painting, mosaic, sculpture, ceramic, glass fusion, and more! This summer travel around the world with us! Advance registration required. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Suite 4102, Palm Beach Gardens. 561.630-3450 or www. crafthauspalmbeach.com.

Doodle Bugs Your child can spend one week or the entire summer participating in our exciting summer camp. Doodle Bugs! provides a safe, supervised environment that keeps children active through creative learning and fun activities. We offer day camps geared towards children 3-5 and a school age camp geared towards children 5-12. Our camps include awesome theme-related events, various clubs, special guests and field trips (for kindergarten-bound and up). We also provide breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. For more information, visit doodlebugs.com.

CityFun

Specialty Camps Join us this summer for a whole lot of CityFun.

www.wpb.org/CityParks Call 561-804-4900 Sailing Camp Art Camps Sports Academy Fishing Camps Soccer Camp Lacrosse Camp Sports Camp Sk8 Camps & Trips Swim Lessons Counselor-in-Training Program

AND MORE! Department of Parks and Recreation 401 Clematis Street, WPB, FL 33401

Mommy & Me • Preschoolers Boys Gymnastics • Camps Tumbling • Cheerleading Recreational and Competitive Teams

Mention PB Parenting & receive a FREE trial class!

For more info call 561.868.0288 6752 Lantana Rd Ste B • Lake Worth Between Jog Road & Hagen Ranch Road

www.geniesgymnastics.com

(8:00am – 3:00pm) Session 1- June 27, 2016 – July 22, 2016 Session 2 – July 25, 2016 – August 19, 2016 – 3:00pm) CAMP OPEN TO(8:00am STUDENTS WITH AUTISM AND NON ASD SIBLINGS Session 1- June 27, 2016 – July 22, 2016

Session 2Per – July 25, 2016 – August Session Fee - $800 19, 2016

Extended Care Available to 6:00pm $200 per session New Student Registration - $125

CAMP OPEN TO STUDENTS WITH AUTISM AND NON ASD SIBLINGS Per Session Fee - $800 Extended Care Available to 6:00pm Fee Includes: $200 per session All Activities New Student Registration - $125 All Supplies

Behavior/Speech/Occupational Therapy Includes: SocialFee Skills Instruction All Activities All Supplies Behavior/Speech/Occupational Therapy Social Skills Instruction

561-932-3938 www.MSAINC.org

Engineering For Kids Come join our Engineering/Science Summer Camp and your child will have a BLAST while they learn in a fun, supportive environment.

Children ages 6 - 14, will be able to solve Minecraft engineering challenges, battle robots, build & launch rockets, race dragsters, create their own sailboat and more as they learn the science behind it all. Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (extended hours available). Multiple Palm Beach County locations are available.

Please register early since camps fill up. For more information go towww. engineeringforkids.com/palmbeach or email palmbeach@engineeringforkids.net.

Genie’s Gymnastics Camp is very flexible, you can do it daily, weekly or any combination. 9 am-4 pm.

Early drop off and late pick up available. 5-15 years. Camp includes gymnastics as well as activities such as arts and crafts, painting, Spanish classes, board games etc. For more information and to register call 561-868-0288 or visit www. geniesgymnastics.com.

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The Y offers a variety of camp options! Y campers learn new skills, make new friends, enjoy fields trips and more!

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800.250.1987

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The Goddard School The Goddard School’s Summer Camp offers a broad range of programs and mini camps crafted to pique the interest and curiosity of every child; there is something for everybody! Our summer curriculum incorporates STEAM learning (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) into exciting, oneof-a-kind and fun experiences for your child every day! 2665 State Road 7, Wellington. Visit www.GoddardSchool.

com/WellingtonFL or call 561-333-2020 today to enroll!

Home Away From Home The summer program for 5-10 year olds at Home Away From Home has a unique blend of fun and learning in a safe and nurturing environment. Our calendar is full of busy time including exciting daily field trips, fun in campus activities, special guest visitors like the zoo, bounce houses, theme parties, water play, playground activities, visits to the park, nature walks, cooking activities and much much more! Locations in Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Palm Springs, Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach. For more information visit www. homeawayfromhomechildcare.com or call 1-877-94-CHILD (24453).

PRESCHOOL -10TH GRADE

Boynton Beach · Palm Beach Gardens Choose from our traditional camp or specialty camps including: SPORTS · BASKETBALL · CIRCUS ART SPECIAL NEEDS · AND MORE! Plus daily swimming, low staff to child ratios, and incredible, brand new special events!

CampShalom.org The mission of the Mandel JCC is to build community and enhance connection to Jewish life.

5221 Hood Road, Palm Beach Gardens • JCConline.com 8500 Jog Road, Boynton Beach

Looking for a Summer of Fun? Now Registering for Summer Camp!

• June 6th through August 12th.

• Campers enjoy many activities including arts and crafts, team sports, water bounce houses and more!

• Upper campers (Ages 5 - 12) also participate in on-site swimming and great field trips such as bowling, local attractions, museums, and parks.

• We also offer swim lessons!

• Camp available for children Ages 2 through 12

(561) 434-9098 www.planetkidsworld.net

Planet Kids at Wellington Just east of 441 on Lake Worth Rd.

Jupiter Outdoor Center Summer Camp is an adventure program for kids ages 6 – 14 years old. Campers will be kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, snorkeling, surfing, and skim boarding throughout amazing waterways. At the end of the week the campers can’t wait for a fun beach day! Fun programs and activities blend with curriculum and exercises, which make this camp one of the most fun and rewarding experiences for your child! For more information and to register call 561-747-0063 or visit www. jupiteroutdoorcenter.com.

Kids Choice Sports, Dance and Fitness! Gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics and sports camps available. Offers campers fun and games, art and crafts, snacks, free play, bounce house, movies, lunch (included for ¾ and full day campers), and of course, LOTS of gymnastics or sports! Ages 3 & 4 may come ½ day, ages 5 and older may come ½, ¾, or full day. Early drop off and late pick ups are available. For more information call 561-998-4225 or visit www.gokidschoice. com. Be sure to sign up well in advance as space can fill up quickly!

Kids Need More Art “Turn on the Art” with Kids Need More Art’s Summer Art Series for elementary aged artists! Offered from June 6th to August 12th at the Jupiter, Stuart and Wellington studio locations with a new theme every week including On & Off, Heroes & Villians, Fire & Ice, Now & Then, Trash or Treasure! Join us in West Palm Beach for our popular “Go Out and Play” Summer Art Series for artists ages 5-12 where art and nature come together

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from June 20th to July 22nd among the beautiful 135 acre preserve of the Pine Jog Environmental Education Center. Full and extended day options available at all locations. For more information and to register, visit www.kidsneedmoreart.com.

Kids Wonder Lab At Kids Wonder Lab’s Summer Wonder Camp, we give kids the chance to see how much fun they can have changing the world through innovation and invention. Our lab is an active, inspiring place filled with state-ofthe-art equipment, dedicated educatormentors, friends and friends-to-be.

Activities will include Robotics, 3D Design & Printing, Electronics / Circuit Design, Coding, Rockets, Engineering Challenges, Game Design, and Environmental Projects. 10101 Lantana Rd. Ste. G, Lake Worth (NW corner of 441 & Lantana). For more information call 561-249-0798 or visit www.kidswonderlab.com.

The King’s Academy Camp Roar is for ages 5-12 and runs from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Before/After care also available at an additional cost. During our 8 week camp schedule campers will experience weekly themes through field trips, sports, teambuilding activities, daily devotions, silly camp songs, wacky competitions, inflatable bounce houses and slides, cheerleading, karate, computer lab, arts & crafts, ceramics, praise & worship team and drama. Special events: dress up days, talent show, camp musical, weekly skits, scavenger hunts, awards and prizes for all competitions. For more information visit www.tka.net/ summer-camp or call 561-686-4244.

Boca’s Premier Music Day Camp

SUMMER MUSIC ACADEMY August 1-5, 2016 Piano, Strings, Woodwinds and Brass Choral Singing and Contemporary Music for Teens Nationally-Recognized Instructors Group and Private Sessions Elementary to High School Age, Intermediate to Advanced For information, visit stgregorysepiscopal.org or call 561-395-8285

PIRATES IN THE GARDEN

SUMMER CAMP FOR KIDS K – 5TH GRADE Monday – Friday • 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM June 13 – 17, 2016 Members: $155 • Non-Members: $200 Your children will discover the special places and magical spaces of Mounts Botanical Garden. Our Nature Camp offers playful and creative opportunities, using a mix of nature exploration, science activities, art, stories and games and more throughout this weeklong nature program.

For more information, call 561-233-1757 or visit mounts.org

Lake Worth Playhouse Campers learn acting, voice, dance and stage movement through daily activities and rehearsals, which culminate in full-scale productions of popular musicals. Campers will be engaged in studio-style rehearsals for music, dance and production. Campers 12+ will also participate in behind-thescenes roles and other theatre-related education. 713 Lake Ave. Lake Worth.

For more information call 561-586-6410 or go to www.lakeworthplayhouse.org.

Lighthouse Art Center Children ages 4-12 will be immersed in creativity and artistic delight during Lighthouse ArtCenter’s 46th Annual Summer Enrichment ArtCamp. Each week takes ArtCampers on a journey through a virtual ArtTime Machine, exploring famous pieces of art while revealing the history, art techniques and cultures of each time period. Kids will create masterpieces in ceramics, drawing, mixed-media, painting and sculpture.

Each week ends with “music Friday” featuring local musicians. Tequesta.

Call 561-748-8737 or visit www.

LighthouseArts.org.

Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s Jr. Marine Biologist Summer Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer. Camps include interactive activities such as snorkeling, seining and scientific projects. All camps cover sea turtles, marine life and ocean conservation. Our camps are geared towards children ages 6 through 17. Hours are Mon. – Fri., from

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Late pick up available.

Visit www.marinelife.org/camp for more information.

Mad Science “Summer Camps with Mad Science are the Best!” Mad Science camps offer a daily combination of discovery and exploration through fun hands-on projects and experiments. Weekly S.T.E.M. themes for ages 4-12yrs: Rockets/Robots, Inventors, & Explorers, Spy Academy, Advanced Robotics, Reactions in Action, Super Duper Science Sampler and Pre-K 1/2 day. Locations in Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens (@Cool Beans), Boca Raton, Royal Palm Beach & Coral Springs.

Children have so much fun that they forget they’re learning! For more information please call 561-747-3033 or visit www.madscience.org/palmbeach.

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WITH THIS AD! Come join us for a summer filled with activities and adventures. There are weekly trips (such as Lion Country and Calypso), weekly themes, water fun through games, science experiments, cooking, arts and crafts, Olympic games, woodworking, golf lessons and more. Camp runs from 8:00am – ALL DAY 5:30pm. Located on Okeechobee Blvd. in Loxahatchee at the Red Barn Plaza.

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Mountaineer’s School of Autism Climbing the Mountain Together. 5 weeks of summer fun for kids with autism and dual diagnosis, also open to non ASD siblings. Come join us for activities that promote social play, communication, and sensory integration within a safe and caring environment. Includes activities, behavior/speech/occupational therapy and social skills instruction. Session 1 – June 27-July 22. Session 2 – July 25 – August 19. 8:30am – 3:00pm, extended care available. 3151 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach. For more information call 561-932-3938 or visit www.MSAINC.org.

Mounts Botanical Garden Nature Camp Pirates in the Garden summer camp for kids K– 5TH Grade!

Your children will discover the special places and magical spaces of Mounts Botanical Garden. Our Nature Camp offers playful and creative opportunities, using a mix of nature exploration, science activities, art, stories and games and more throughout this

weeklong nature program. Monday – Friday • 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM June 13 – 17, 2016. Members: $155, Non-Members: $200. For more information, call 561-2331757 or visit mounts.org.

Palm Beach County Aquatics Camp Explore the world of aquatics this summer at one of Palm Beach County’s swimming pools! Participants will enjoy a wide range of aquatic activity such as kayaking, snorkeling, relay races and other water related games and activities as well as field trips to exciting destinations such as Peanut Island and Planet Air! For more information call Aqua Crest Pool (278-7104), the Lake Lytal Family Aquatic Center (561-233-1426) or the North County Aquatic Complex (561-745-0241) or visit us online at pbcSplash.com.

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Palm Beach Ice Works Learn to Skate or Play Hockey. Summer is HOT but Camp is COOL at Palm Beach Ice Works! Join us for a week full of fun, skating, arts & crafts, games and more! Space is limited. June 20-24; July 11-15; August 3-7; August 1-5. 8:30am – 2:00pm. $275 Monday –Friday. Pizza party lunch provided each Friday. 1590 N. Florida Mango, WPB. For more details call 561656-4046 or visit www.pbiw.org.

Summer Youth College – Palm •Admission is only $4 per person ages 3 and up.

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Raton, Lake For more info call 561.274.7263 or visit our website at www.sandoway.org Worth and Palm 142 S. Ocean Blvd. • Delray Beach Beach Gardens - Give your kids ages Hours: 8-14 a unique college experience Tues.-Sat. 10 am-4 pm full of fun and learning without the Sundays 12 pm-4pm

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Performing Arts Camp at Old School Square June 6-July 29, 2016 (8 one-week sessions)

Ages 8 to 14 (or rising 3rd graders to rising 9th graders) THEATER, MUSIC, VISUAL, CIRQUE

CAMP HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 9 AM-3 PM (Optional AM/PM extra care available)

Cam pers grouped by age and activity. Cam p Showcase in the Crest Theatre every Friday at 2 pm!

Register at OldSchoolSquare.org or call 561-243-7922, ext. 478.

Sibling and multi week discounts available.

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pressure of grades, homework or tests!

Build their schedule based on what fuels their passion – arts, languages, robotics, STEM, computers, sports, and much, much more! Classes run MondayThursday. For dates, classes, costs and registration, visit www.palmbeachstate. edu/SYC or call 561-862-4730 in Boca Raton, 561-868-3909 in Lake Worth, or 561-207-5709 in Palm Beach Gardens.

The Summer Youth Arts Program at Palm Beach State College offers fine arts workshops that are tailored for students ages 8-14. Students can choose a workshop in Art, Film, Photography and Theatre. Our goal is to provide each student with a high quality, accessible and affordable education in a college environment without the pressure of

grades, homework or tests! For more information and to register visit www. palmbeachstate.edu/syc/lake-worth.

Palm Beach Zoo Come for one week or the entire summer. Each week offers a unique wildlife theme as participants experience up-close animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours, zookeeping activities, crafts, games, and much more! For children and teens, ages 5-14.

8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday; extended care options available. Cost: $230-$305 per week; additional fees apply for extended care and zoo lunch.

Wildlife Conservation Academy Camp for Teens (15-17) Cost: $320-$355 per week. For more information visit www. palmbeachzoo.org or call 561-533-0887.

Don’t forget to tell them you saw their camp in PB Parenting Summer Camp Directory!

SUMMER CAMP BLAST 6 locations! Ages 5-10 Wellington • West Palm Beach Palm Beach Gardens Royal Palm Beach • Palm Springs Boynton Beach Embark on new adventures, make lasting friendships and create unforgettable memories this summer as you enjoy a variety of enriching, educational and outrageously fun activities! Call 1-877-94-CHILD for more information. www.homeawayfromhomechildcare.com • Exciting Field Trips • Fun in Campus Activities • Water Play • Sports • Art & Crafts • Cooking Activities • Meals Included

Infants–PreK • FREE VPK Classes Aftercare • Summer Camp

Performing Arts Camp at Old School Square Summer fun begins at Old School Square! Children ages 8 to 14 will explore, discover and create through MUSIC, THEATER, VISUAL ARTS and CIRQUE (youth circus-style) activities! Campers are grouped by age and activity and are under the expert care of Camp Director, Drew Tucker and his team. Each week includes a Camp Showcase in the Crest Theatre on Friday at 2 p.m. June 6-July 29 (8 one-week sessions); Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm; Optional AM/PM extra care is available. Details and registration at OldSchoolSquare.org or call 561-2437922, ext. 478.

Pine Crest School Looking for something different for your children to do this summer – a day camp where you can choose the programs and schedule that fit your summer needs? If so, check out Pine Crest Summer Programs. From the fields and courts to the pool and classroom, and from behind the lens to center stage, we might just have what you are looking for. We offer 12 options to choose from. So come check us out, and see if we have the right fit for you and your family! Extended day available and lunch provided daily. Enrollment is limited, call 561-852-2823 or visit www. pinecrest.edu/bocasummer for details.

Planet Kids At our Junior Summer Camp for ages 2-4, fun and learning are combined in our uniquely designed

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early childhood education facility. At Upper Camp for ages 5-12, students enjoy weekly themes such as Jungle, Under the Sea, Be an Artist, and Party in the USA. Combined with the themes are many field trips & activities such as: bowling, museums, parks, swimming in our on-site pool, arts & crafts, cooking, science, team sports and bouncehouses. For more information and to register visit www.planetkidsworld. net or call 561-434-9098.

Play by Play Sports Broadcasting Camp June 13-17 at FAU. Has your child ever dreamed about calling a last second, game-winning shot? Now is their chance. The award winning sports broadcasting camp for boys and girls 10-18 returns to South Florida. Kids will learn from the pros while meeting sports celebrities. Make sports anchor, play-by-play and reporting tapes. Host your own sports talk radio show and much more. Day & overnight options. Call 800-319-0884 or visit www. playbyplaycamps.com.

Sandoway Discovery Center Attention Camp Directors! Bring a field trip to Sandoway House and learn about classification, characteristics, habitat, adaptations, conservation, ecosystems, food chains and more through animal interactions, live fish and shark feeding presentation!

Field trips are 1 1/2 hours long and cost $5.00 per child. Call now for reservations! 142 S. Ocean Blvd. Delray Beach. For more information call 561274-7263 or visit www.sandoway.org.

The Science Academy Inc. Our FUN infused Science Summer Camp is for grades K-5, Monday through Friday, 8am – 5pm. For the same cost of “Day Care” or “Regular Summer Camp”, your child can be enrolled in a highly appraised Summer Camp which is a FUN, productive, learning environment. Our camps offer CHEMISTRY – PHYSICS – ROCKETRY – ROBOTICS – VIDEO GAMES AND PROGRAMMING – LEGO STOP MOTION VIDEO – MINECRAFT CLUB – OUTDOOR GAMES, SPORTS, RECREATION AND SO MUCH MORE! Two location options in Boca Raton or Delray Beach. For more information call 561-285-7552 or visit www.thescienceacademy.org.

2016 Camp Season

8 Themed Summer Sessions & Camp Weekly themes include Inside Out, Prince/Princesses, Pirates/Fairies, Harry Potter/Magic, Descendants, Sponge Bob, American Girl Goes to Paris and Grease Jr!

Don’t forget to tell them you saw their camp in PB Parenting Summer Camp Directory!

Daily Classes in Acting, Dance, Music and Art! All camp weeks for boys and girls ages 4-10 from 9 AM - 4 PM in Jupiter. $250 per week ($225 sibling discount).

Before May 1 early registration price is $225.

To Register www.abbysperformingarts.com Phone: Abby Pantalone 561-307-5100 (Call or Text) Email: abbysperformingarts@gmail.com

DRAWING • PAINTING • SCULPTURE • JEWELRY • FASHION • DIGITAL • CERAMICS • MORE

Summer Art Camp JUNE 6th-AUGUST 12th Register for weekly themes

Monday-Friday | 9 am – 4:30 pm

Grades 1-12 $225-$275 per week

Check out our brochure online: armoryart.org/youthartcamp Register today! (561) 832-1776 armoryart.org | 1700 Parker Avenue West Palm Beach, FL 33401

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Adventure Summer Camp for ages 6 - 14 Kayak • Paddleboard • Snorkeling • Surfing Staff is CPR and First Aid Certified 561-747-0063 • jupiteroutdoorcenter.com

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10 weeks of Summer Classes & Camp Engineering for Kids Camp (Minecraft, Robotics & more!)

Daily classes, Parents Night Out & Much More 12343 Hagen Ranch Rd. #702 • Boynton Beach www.thewondergym.com • 561-877-8231

Showtime Performing Arts Theatre Audition, Act, Sing, Dance and Perform! Now in our 11th year, voted Best Academic/Arts Program in Palm Beach County and Best Children’s Theatre in South Florida! 10 exciting weeks for ages 3 through teens.

Audition and rehearse for fully staged “Broadway” Musicals! This summer’s musicals include Alice In Wonderland, Little Shop of Horrors, The Wiz, Descendants, Pitch Perfect, The Sound of Music and Disney Princes and Princesses! 9am-3pm with early and after care 8am-6pm. Dance, acting and voice classes after camp only $10 per class summer special!

For details, discounts and registration visitwww.showtimeboca.com or call 561-394-2626.

POWERED BY STEAM. FUELED BY FUN! The Goddard School’s Summer Camp offers a broad range of programs and mini camps crafted to pique the interest and curiosity of every child; there is something for everybody!

JUNE 6 - AUGUST 12 • 1 YEAR - 7 YEARS

NOW ENROLLING! WELLINGTON • 561-333-2020 GoddardSchool.com The Goddard Schools are operated by independent franchisees under a license agreement with Goddard Systems, Inc. Programs and ages may vary. Goddard Systems, Inc. program is AdvancED accredited. © Goddard Systems Inc. 2016

Sol Children Theatre Performing Arts camp offers daily classes in voice, acting, dance and musical theatre while rehearsing for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr. (June 20 - July 15) and Mary Poppins (July 18 - August 12). In addition, campers have the opportunity to learn stage craft, stage management, and technical aspects of theatre. Camp takes place at the Olympic Heights High School Performing Arts Theatre in Boca Raton. Call 561-447-8829 or visit www. solchildren.org.

South Florida Science Center and Aquarium Summer is made for adventure! Perfect for young scientists ages 4-14, each exciting week of camp offers hands-on exploration

Summer Camps 2016 561-747-3033

www.madscience.org/palmbeach www.madscience.org/palmbeach

Weekly S.T.E.M. themes in Jupiter & Palm Beach Gardens @ Cool Beans

Southern Dance Theatre’s 2016 Summer Classes: June 27- July 29

*Summer Intensive: Ages 10-18 *By Audition Only | Audition: April 3 • 1 - 4 PM

Prince & Princess Dance Camp: Ages 3-5 Mini Dance Camp: Ages 6-8 Fun Dance Camp: Ages 9-12 Open Teen/ Adult Classes 1203 Knuth Road Boynton Beach 561-736-9097 www.southerndancetheatre.com

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Voted Best Learning Center in 2015-16 by local families

Building Self-Esteem in a Nurturing, Educational Environment ❤ Infants through Pre-K ❤ After School Care ❤ Summer Camp ❤

Clubhouse University is an accredited preschool which provides each child with a safe, loving and nurturing environment that encourages growth and development.

NOW ENROLLING SUMMER CAMP FOR ELEMENTARY AGE CHILDREN ❤ Low Camper to Counselor Ratio ❤ Daily Field Trips ❤ Arts and Craft Activities ❤ Drop-In Care Available

10106 West Indiantown Road • Jupiter | PBParenting.com | March 2016 51 www.ClubhouseUniversity.com • 561-748-2150

LIGHTHOUSE ARTCENTER

46th Annual Summer Enrichment

ArtCamp Travel Through Time in the ArtTime Machine!

Weekly sessions for ages 4 to 12

June 6 to August 12, 2016

Pre-care, after-care and scholarships available Ceramics • Drawing • Mixed Media Painting • Sculpture • Music Fridays Register at LighthouseArts.org School of Art: (561) 748-8737 395 Seabrook Road, Tequesta

on a variety of topics in science, engineering and technology. The days are packed with interactive lessons, laboratories, crafts, and outside activities led by our expert Science Educators.

Themes include Diggin’ Dinosaurs, Sports Science, MinecraftEDU and more! Additional information: Mon.-Fri. from 9am-4pm with before & aftercare available. Cost: $225 - $300. Register for your favorite week(s) at www. sfsciencecenter.org/camp.

Southern Dance Theatre Join Southern Dance Theatre for a summer of dance and fun! Prince & Princess Dance Camp: ages 3-5. Mini Dance Camp: ages 6-8. Summer Fun Dance Camp: ages 9 -12. Summer Intensive: ages 9-18. Don’t miss the audition for the Summer Intensive program on April 3rd from 1:00-

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4:00pm! Open Teen/ Adult Classes also offered throughout the summer! 1203 Knuth Road, Boynton Beach. Visit www. southerndancetheatre.com or call 561736-9097 for more details.

Standing Ovation Performing Arts Our 3-Week MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTION CAMPS allows your child to audition, rehearse, sing, dance, act, costume, work with sets & props and more! Productions include: Legally Blonde Jr (July 5-22), Disney’s Peter Pan Jr. (June 13-July 1), and Disney’s Aladdin Jr. (July 25-Aug. 12). Ages 6-16, 10am – 3pm extended care available. $600 for 3 week camp. Also offering our popular 1-WEEK THEMED CAMPS from June 6th- August 12th with end of class showcase! Themes include: Disney Cabaret • Superheros • Puppetry Vocal Performance • Musical

Theatre One Act Play Production • Comedy Improvisation. Ages 5-12, 9am – 4pm extended care available. $225 per week; discounts available for multiple weeks. Also offering 8-week summer classes, June 21-August 9. Located in Lake Worth. Call 561.734.0187 or visit www.

STANDINGOH.com.

St. Gregory’s Summer Music Academy August 1-5, 2016. This dynamic and comprehensive day camp for elementary to high school age students offers instruction in piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, choral singing, and contemporary music for teens. Students receive specialized instruction from nationally-recognized instructors in group and private sessions. Intermediate to advanced students are welcome. Cost:

June 6 - July 29 get your kids unplugged & active!

summer camp for children ages 5-12

• Weekly field trips • Team-building • Daily devotions • Themed weeks • Inflatable bounce houses and slides • Cheerleading • Karate • Computer lab • Ceramics • Praise & worship • Drama • Dress-up days • Talent show • Scavenger hunts • Awards and prizes

space is limited - register early!

J.Raines@tka.net

561-686-4244

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$225. Visit http://stgregorysepiscopal. org/great-music-at-st-gregorys/summermusic-academy-2/ for details or call 561395-8285. ©

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Gymnastics • Rhythmic Gymnastics Cheer • Dance • Martial Arts • Soccer Personal Training • Classes • Summer Camp Birthday Parties • Parents Night Out 6500 South Rogers Circle #1000 Boca Raton • 561.998.4225 www.gokidschoice.com

Village of Wellington Wellington’s ALL-DAY Summer Camp runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 6:00 pm at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road).

Campers ages 5-15 participate in a funfilled daily schedule of activities including athletics, arts and crafts, animal exhibits, games and entertainment, magicians, movies, rock wall climbing, field trips, visits to the Wellington Aquatics Complex and more! Registration opens March 7th and must be done in-person at Village Park. Camp is $160 per week for residents, $185 for non-residents. Register early as space fills fast! Call (561) 791-4005 for more information or go online to www. wellingtonfl.gov/SummerCamp.

The Wonder Gym There is something for everyone at the Wonder Gym this summer! A weekly summer camp for children ages 3-8.

Choose a half day or full day option priced between $120-$180 per week. Themed weeks will include gymnastics, sports, yoga, martial arts, dance, arts and crafts, games, special guests and more! We will offer 6 weeks of Engineering for Kids Specialty Camps for Children ages 6-14 (call for more details). Call now to register, 561-877-8231. www. thewondergym.com.

YMCA of Boca Raton and Boynton Beach Adventure awaits at YMCA Summer Camp… make this

summer one your kids will never forget!

Campers will have the time of their lives as they swim, play, learn new skills each week, meet new friends, enjoy field trips and FUN on-site entertainment and so much MORE! Our Y Summer Camp offers well-operated programs and provides a powerful experience in personal growth while keeping kids active and learning during the summer (oh, and it’s fun too!). Independence, self-esteem, friendship, acceptance, new skills, success, laughter and fun are outcomes you can expect for your camper! Visit: http://www. ymcaspbc.org/camp/.

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Check out the April issue for the latest Camp Directory or go to www. pbsummercamp.com.

Musical Theatre Production

Summer Camps

June 13 - July 1

July 5 - 22

July 25 - Aug. 12

Also offering our popular 1-week themed camps from June 6th- August 12th with end of class showcase! Themes include: Disney • Cabaret • Superheros • Puppetry Vocal Performance • Musical Theatre One Act Play Production • Comedy • Improvisation Also offering 8-week summer classes, June 21-August 9

561-734-0187

www.StandingOh.com 7429 S. Military Trail, Lake Worth

Watch New Shows

See New Animals

Create New Memories

Come See What’s New at the Zoo 1301 Summit Boulevard • West Palm Beach 561-547-WILD (9453) www.palmbeachzoo.org

2016 Spring Break Camps Abby’s Performing Arts Coaching Located in Jupiter. Visit www.abbysperformingarts. com or call or text Abby at 561.307.5100.

City of West Palm Beach Visit www.wpb. org/cityparks for complete details and to register or call 561.804.4900.

Aloha Surf Camp Located in Jupiter.

Call 561-543-7873 or visit www. alohasurfingschool.com.

Armory Art Center Located in West Palm Beach. Visit www.armoryart.org or call 561.832.1776.

Bootz Culture Arts Center Located in Royal Palm Beach. Visit www. bootzculturalartscenter.com or call 561.

290.2753.

Clubhouse University Located in Jupiter.

Visit www.clubhouseuniversity.com for more information and availability or call 561.748.2150.

Craft Haus Interactive Art Studio Located in Palm Beach Gardens. Visit www. crafthauspalmbeach.com for advance registration or call 561.630.3450.

Genie’s Gymnastics Located in Lake Worth.

Visit www.geniesgymnastics.com or call 561.868. 0288.

Boynton Beach Recreation & Parks Dept.

Register at Intracoastal Park Clubhouse, 2240 Home Away From Home Locations N Federal Hwy, Tuesday through Saturday 10 in Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, AM – 2 PM or call 561.742.6650.

Royal Palm Beach, Palm Springs and West Palm Beach. Call 1.877.94.

Bright Horizons Locations in Boca Raton, CHILD (24453) or visit www.

Boynton Beach, Coral Springs, Coconut homeawayfromhomechildcare.com.

Creek, Jupiter, Lake Worth and Wellington.

Contact your local camp for details or visit Joey’s Outback Adventures Located in www.brighthorizons.com/pbparenting.

Wellington. Joey’s is teaming up with High Touch High Tech for Hands-On Science.

Casperey Stables Located in Loxahatchee.

Call 561.792.3785.

Visit www.caspereystables.com, check out their Facebook page or call 561.792.4990.

Jupiter Outdoor Center Located in Jupiter.

Visit www.jupiteroutdoorcenter.com or City of Greenacres Register at 501 Martin call 561.747.0063.

Avenue. Visit www.ci.greenacres.fl.us for details or call 561.642.2193.

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Kids Choice Sports, Dance and Fitness Located in Boca Raton. Visit www. gokidschoice.com or call 561.998.4225.

Kids Need More Art Locations in West Palm Beach, Jupiter and Stuart. Visit www. kidsneedmoreart.com for more information and to register.

Kids Wonder Lab Located in Lake Worth.

Visit www.kidswonderlab.com or call 561.249.0798.

Kings Academy Located in West Palm Beach. Visit www.tka.net or call 561.686.4244.

Lake Worth Playhouse Located in Lake Worth. Visit www.lakeworthplayhouse.org. or call 561.586.6410.

Mad Science Located in Jupiter.

Visit www.madscience.org/palmbeach or call 561.747.3033.

Mandel JCC Locations in Boynton Beach & Palm Beach Gardens. Visit www.jcconline. com or call 561.259.3000 for our Boynton location or 561.712.5227 for our Palm Beach Gardens location.

South Florida Science Center and Aquarium Located in West Palm Beach.

Visit www.sfsciencecenter.org/camp or call 561.832.1988.

Showtime Performing Arts Theatre Located in Boca Raton. Visit www.showtimeboca.

Moosey’s Preschool Located in com for details, discounts and registration or Loxahatchee. Visit www.mooseyspreschool. call 561.394.2626. com or call 561.383.5027.

Standing Ovation Performing Arts Located Palm Beach Ice Works Located in West in Lake Worth. Visit www.standingoh.com or Palm Beach. Visit www.pbiw.org or call call 561.734.0187.

561.656.4046.

Village of Wellington Visit www.wellingtonfl.

Planet Kids Located in Lake Worth. gov for a list of camps or call 561.791.4005.

Visit www.planetkidsworld.net or call 561.434.9098.

Wonder Gym Located in Boynton Beach. Visit www.thewondergym.com or Science Academy Locations in Boca call now to register at 561.877.8231.

Raton and Delray Beach. Visit www. thescienceacademy.org or call YMCA Locations in Boca Raton and Boynton 561.285.7552.

Beach. Visit www.ymcaspbc.org/camp.

PB Travels 25 Rides of Your Life at Florida Theme Parks Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom Park – image courtesy of Walt Disney World Resort

The more that goes on during a ride, the more we feel and the more willing we are to wait in line. Here are 25 coaster rides at Florida theme parks, for thrills you won’t soon forget. Spring Break is the perfect time to seek these thrills at local area theme parks.

These days, thrill rides get your adrenaline pumping and tricking you into believing the impossible. Thanks to advancing technologies, one can play Quidditch with Harry Potter or meet angry dinosaurs.

You can also test the limits of physical experience without putting yourself in real danger. A battle against Decepticons? Why not? A rock-n-roll blast-off with Aerosmith?

Done.

Here are some examples of the thrills you can find at Florida’s theme parks.

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Orlando. The Tower, which opened in 1994, drops riders 13 stories, brings us back up and drops straight down again, all in the dark.

Falcon’s Fury at Busch Gardens Tampa takes guests up 300 feet, pivots so they are looking face-down at the ground and then drops at 60 miles per hour. Yikes!

Lights Out When a drop or twist comes without warning, the resulting rush is even sweeter.

From Space Mountain at Disney’s Magic Kingdom to Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, dark rides rely on the element of surprise to intensify thrills. Many also feature lit scenes and visual effects.

At the top of the list for dark coasters: Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida. As if fire-breathing mummies weren’t enough to get the blood pumping, the attraction combines special effects with coaster speeds.

Another great dark ride is the aforementioned Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, which uses robotic arm technology to make it feel as though you are flying in and out of harrowing scenes from the movies. Also, don’t miss Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts in Diagon Alley where riders navigate underground vaults and battle villains Voldemort and Bellatrix.

Shot out of a cannon No matter how you prepare for the sudden jolt associated with launch coasters, when it hits, it hits hard. One moment you are sitting still then electromagnets propel the ride car from zero to rocket speed. Glued to your seat and rendered breathless.

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Little ones will enjoy a good soaking at LEGOLAND Florida’s Quest for CHI battling with water gun soakers.

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A little loopy Many of Florida’s premiere coasters feature signature loops. Get loopy on Kumba at Busch Gardens Tampa or Kraken at SeaWorld Orlando. For more flipping fun, don’t miss The Hulk at Universal’s Islands of Adventure and another thrilling favorite, the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida where you can even choose your own musical playlist to listen to during the ride.

For an old school feel, check out TanganyikaTidal Wave and Stanley Falls at Busch Gardens Tampa, featuring smaller drops but a classic splash.

No Sandals, Please On an inverted coaster, the feet dangle free.

It feels like floating through open air and when the rides go upside down, all you see is sky.

For this twist on the traditional coaster experience, visit Montu at Busch Gardens Tampa or Dragon Challenge at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

Flying High Manta at SeaWorld Orlando is Florida’s only flying coaster. Riders glide in the prone position through inversions at 56 miles per hour. The ride is designed to mimic the movements of a manta ray gliding through the sea.

A New Dimension Transformers the Ride 3D at Universal Studios Orlando is one of the latest attractions to combine 3D effects with motion thrills.

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Three-dimensional robots tower above riders, battling it out for the fate of the world. Incorporated seamlessly with the story, simulated lifts, drops and jerks make the experience feel deceptively real.

The body moves around a lot on this one,

but for all that, the motion thrills are pretty tame. The height limit is just 40 inches to ride. It’s similar to Spiderman at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, but more immersive.

Back to the Future Some theme park goers may recall the old Back to the Future simulator ride at Universal Orlando Resort.

Well, that ride is long gone. Universal replaced it with the Simpsons Ride, which is the same type of attraction.

These rides are great for mild thrills.

The ride car moves around without ever really going anywhere.

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The body gets moved from side to side quite a bit, so heed that heart, neck and back problems disclaimer. Classic simulators include Star Tours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Soarin’ at Disney’s Epcot.

Another new simulator at Universal Studios Florida features the Minions in Despicable Me! Minion Mayhem, where you shrink down to minion size.

For a more intense experience, check out Mission Space at Epcot. The ride simulates the feeling of a space shuttle launch. It’s intense and a lot of fun. Car lovers, don’t miss going for a ride on Epcot’s Test Track where you’ll build a virtual car and then have the opportunity to be a ‘test track dummy’ and see how your car performs on the track. Life-like, exhilarating and quite a learning experience too.

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WEEKLY EVENTS

Need something to do? Check out these great events happening every week!

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

for days, “Kids Choice Sports” can cater to all of your gymnastics needs. We offer “Mommy & Me” classes, Beginner classes for all ages, and Intermediate & Advanced classes. Please call 561.998.4225 or visit www.gokidschoice. com for a full schedule and pricing. 6500 W Rogers Circle #1000 Boca Raton.

Tuesdays 11:30 AM LITTLE HANDS, Tuesdays 9:30BIG ART Schoolhouse Children’s 10:30 AM Open Museum & Learning Center - New Splash Play at and exciting projects show off children’s Small Fish Big creativity as they learn and create many Fish Swim School - Enjoy some quality different forms of art from murals to clay time in our warm indoor pool - let your formation. Suitable for ages 3 - 5. Price: little fish swim or play on deck with our Museum Members: $3, Non-Members: water tables. No Registration Required. $4 + paid admission.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES Space is limited.

Members are free, non-members are $5.

Exhibits, party room & plenty of fun!

Please register in advance. For more info Special Saturday & Sunday packages available.

For more info call 561.818.7946. 346 Pike Where learning is an adventure! go to www.schoolhousemuseum.org.

Road #3, WPB Tuesdays Thursdays • 4 PM 10:30 AM and Yoga and Art for Wednesdays Young Hearts This 2 PM - Sensational Story: A Story class is open to all ages with an adult. We ‘n More at Schoolhouse Children’s will do a yoga activity and a related art Museum & Learning Center No activity. Royal Office Park Suite 120, 420 need to sit still as a statue for this story.

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Instructors brings children’s books to For more information, additional class life through interactive performance, schedule and or to register go to www. singing, movement and props. An bootzculturalartscenter.com. engaging art activity complements each BIRTHDAY PARTIES Thursdays 11 AM -12 Exhibits, party room & plenty of fun! session.

FREE for Museum Members and Special Saturday & Sunday packages available.

PM Fridays 11 AM -12 Where with learning is anMuseum adventure! admission for FREE paid PM and Saturdays at Non-Members. For more info go to www.

11 AM -12 PM or 2 PM schoolhousemuseum.org -3PM Tiny Kids Need More Art - Ages Kids Choice Sports, 2-4, Kids Need More Art in Jupiter Dance, and Fitness invites toddlers and moms (or dads!)

Indoor Playground to join them at their bright, colorful, Whether your child and fun studio space for some creative has just begun to walk or can cartwheel together-time. Class is $15, register at 62 March 2016 | PB Parenting | 129 E Ocean Avenue | Boynton Beach, FL 33435

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Saturdays 11 AM - 12 PM KIDZ Acro-Dance Combo at Showtime A unique, FUN combination of acro, floor gymnastics, and dance variations. Students will develop a greater sense of body awareness, rhythm, flexibility and coordination through a multidisciplinary approach. Ages 3-7. Visit www. showtimeboca.com.

Saturdays 6-8 PM and Sunday Afternoon 2 PM - 4 PM Family Skate at Palm Beach Ice Works Stay cool even when it is hot outside at Palm Beach Ice Works - fun for the whole family! Times may vary. Check www. pbiw.org for additional times. Admission $10, Skate Rental $3. Located at 1590 N Florida Mango Rd • West Palm Beach.

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7731 N. Military Trail, Suite 4, Palm Beach Gardens • 561-244-9499 www.centerforchildcounseling.org www.facebook.com/centerforchildcounseling Every Friday at 3 PM Fun Fridays at Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Cafe Come celebrate every Friday with Cool Beans for Fun Friday!

Each week a different activity promoting learning, imagination, physical activity and more will be taking place. These are classes you don’t want to miss! $14.95 includes all-day admission or $6 for the class only.

Call Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Cafe to register - 561.627.1782. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens #3115 Palm Beach Gardens.

Monday - Friday 9 AM - 1 PM The Wonder Gym Kids Corner this drop off program will include educational and physical activities (gymnastics, art, yoga, music and dance) led by certified instructors. Lunch included.

Choose 1 Day or all 5 days. Sign up for a month and get a free gym class/week + open play (min. 3 days a week). For more info go to www.wondergym.com

Please call ahead to confirm. Events are subject to change.

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Palm Beach County Moms is a local facebook group for moms to ask questions and share resources and coordinate playdates. We are over 3,000 moms strong!

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CalendaR Tues., March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 4 - 7:30 PM LEGO Mindstrom Robotics Club at Kids Wonder Lab Kids tackle tech challenges by building better robots and use Scratchstyle software to program them. For more information call 561.249.0798 or visit www. kidswonderlab.com. 10101 Lantana Rd, Lake Worth.

Wed., March 2 • 5 - 9 PM Family Nights with Food Truck Invasion and Music at Sunset Cove Join us every 1st and 3rd Wednesday for Family Nights with Food Truck Invasion. The event features rotating live music and a large collection of Food Trucks on site! The featured music is by Meeting of the Minds and begins at 7 PM. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

Free admission. Sunset Cove Amphitheater is located in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park at 20405 Amphitheater Circle, Boca Raton.

Wed., March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • 10:30 AM Hatchling Tales at Loggerhead Marinelife Center The Hatchling Tales program is geared towards toddlers with a natural curiosity for marine life and sea turtles. In this free, ocean-inspired program, children will enjoy an oceanthemed story coupled with a themed craft to create and take home. This program is designed to cater to young families in the community by offering a new story and craft each session, encouraging frequent visits and support. Call 561.627.8280 for more information. 14200 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach.

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Thurs., March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 3:30 - 4:15 129 E Ocean Avenue | Boynton Beach, FL 33435 PM Geology (561) 742-6780 | www.schoolhousemuseum.org Rocks! at the Schoolhouse Museum Learning Center Calling all junior geologists! Join us for this 6-week series and explore the exciting world of rocks and minerals with our new friends Iggy, Morph and Sed. Suitable for ages 6 – 9. Space is limited. Please register in advance. Price for 6-week series Members: $40, Non-Members: BIRTHDAY PARTIES go to www. $52.

For more information Exhibits, party room & plenty of fun!

Special Saturday & Sunday packages available. 129 E Ocean Ave, schoolhousemuseum.org.

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Thurs., March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 5 - 9:30 PM Food Truck Invasion at the Wellington Amphitheater Kick back with family and friends and sample an array of foods and desserts. Families, patrons, and parkgoers are invited to bring picnic blankets to the Amphitheater grounds to enjoy their purchases. 12100 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington.

Fri. - Sun., March 4, 5, 6 - Saint Vincent Ferrer Parrish Festival This 3-day festival brings our community together through entertainment, carnival rides, arts and crafts, food, raffles, games, prizes and more! For more information visit www. festivaldelray.com or call 561.276.6892. 840 George Bush Blvd. Delray Beach.

Fri., March 4 • 6 -10 PM - Parents Night Out at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium Drop your children off for a fun night of science! The night includes hands-on science experiments, a science-related

craft, exploration of the Science Center and Aquarium, a pizza dinner and a full dome planetarium show. Cost is $30 per child (each additional child is $15). Suitable for ages 4 - 12. To register your child please call (561) 832-2026. The Science Center is located at 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach.

Fri., March 4 • 6 - 9 PM Kids Night Out at Small Fish Big Fish Swim School Drop the kids off for dinner and fun! They burn off energy. You pick them up after you have had some adult time. $35 per child 10% off for siblings. For more information please call 561.818.7946. 346 Pike Road #3 West Palm Beach.

PLAY & LEARN - A Parent/Child Interactive Program

SPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR CHILDREN 15 MONTHS TO 30 MONTHS Loving & Nurturing Environment Secure Facility Preschool Readiness Socialization for Caregiver & Child Art Activities Storytime Flexible Schedule Monday-Thursday 9:15-10:15 AM

For info call Annette at 561.793.2649

Sat., March 5, 12, 19, 26 • 4 PM at Showtime Performing Arts Theatre Legally Blonde Jr. The Musical - Based on the award-winning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture, Legally Blonde, Jr. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles law school, stereotypes, snobbery, and self-empowerment in pursuit of her dreams and finds that books and looks aren’t mutually exclusive. Call 561.394.2626 or visit www.showtimeboca. com for tickets or more information. 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton.

Sat., March 5, 12, 19, 26 • 9 AM - 1 PM West Palm Beach Greenmarket The area’s first and premier greenmarket located on the scenic West Palm Beach Waterfront. Guests can shop from 80 local community vendors selling fresh produce, exotic plants and flowers, herbs and spices, baked goods, gourmet and specialty foods, coffee and teas, and so much more. Also features unlimited mimosas for $10, free kids activities, live music and monthly

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chef showcases. Admission is free and the market is pet-friendly. Parking is free in the Banyan and Evernia city garages during market hours. Visit www.wpb.org/events for details. 101 S Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach.

Sat., March 5 • 10 - 11 AM Kidz on Stage “Peter Pan” at Showtime Performing Arts Theatre Join us for our 12-week performance program designed to be your child’s earliest fully staged musical theatre performance experience! Your child will audition, act, sing, dance and perform.

Every student will have the chance to shine!

Open to grades Pre-K, K, and 1st (ages 3 6). Performance date is May 26. For more information call 561.394.2626 or visit www. showtimeboca.com. 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton.

Calendar Sat., March 5 • 5:30 9:30 PM Kid’s Night Out: Purim Party at the Palm Beach Gardens JCC Kids need nights out just as much as their parents do. One Saturday night a month, the Mandel JCC will offer a special themed night out for children grades 3 - 5. Pizza dinner and snacks will be provided. The cost is $30 for Members and $35 for Guests. $25/Sibling; $45/Day of Registration. For more information or to register please call 561.712.5200 or visit www.jcconline.com. 5221 Hood Road, Palm Beach Gardens.

Sun., March 6 • 1 - 4:30 PM LEGOmania at the Mandel Library Join us for an afternoon of Lego fun! Watch the Lego Movie and create a Lego masterpiece. For kids ages 4 - 12. For more information call KidSpace at 561.868.7703. 411 Clematis St, West Palm Beach.

Mon., March 7 • 5 - 8 PM Disney’s High School Musical 2 Auditions at Showtime Performing Arts Theatre The Wildcats are back! School’s out and East High School hoops star Troy Bolton, A-student Gabriella Montez and the rest of the Wildcats get ready for a summer vacation. All changes when drama queen Sharpay Evans uses her dad’s connections to get Troy a job at their ritzy country club and a chance at a scholarship. Performances begin April 16. For audition details call 561.394.2626 or visit www.showtimeboca.com. 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton.

Please call ahead to confirm.

Events are subject to change.

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Wed., March 9 • 6 - 8 PM Dinos After Dark at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium Join us for a happy hour event featuring giant, scaly beasts and refreshing adult beverages! Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine as you learn more about the Jurassic creatures featured in our Dinosaurs Around the World exhibit. Guests 21+ only. The special guest speaker is Robert DePalma, local paleontologist from the Palm Beach Museum of Natural History. Admission is $10 for members, $12 for non-members. For more information please call 561.832.2026.

The Science Center is located at 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach.

Fri., March 11 • 10 - 11:30 AM Stories in the Garden at Mounts Botanical Gardens “Buzzy, Buzzy Bees” Celebrate the eleventh year of Stories in the Garden by bringing your young ones (ages 2 - 6) to these FREE nature-themed programs co-sponsored by the Palm Beach Library System. They’ll love the interactive stories, songs and learning activities in the Garden. Programs are held rain or shine. No reservations required, except for parties of six or more. A craft activity to culminate each day will be reserved for the first 30 registrants. Please call 561.233.1757 for more information. 531 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Fri., March 11 • 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.

Fri., March 11 • 8 PM Screen on the Green at Waterfront Commons Dolphin Tale (PG). Bring a blanket or a chair and purchase “movie time” popcorn, snacks and beverages from our stocked concession stand. The event is FREE and is held on the 2nd Friday of Every Month at Waterfront Commons in West Palm Beach.

Sat., March 12 • 10:30 AM - 12 PM Dog Tales at the Mandel Library Meet our specially trained therapy dogs that will “listen” to your child read! This is an awesome way to get your reluctant reader to read! Sign-up at the desk. Join us in KidSpace. For more information call 561.868.7703. 411 Clematis St, West Palm Beach.

Tues., March 15 • 6:30 - 8:30 PM ADHD Support Group at Atlantis Academy Coral Springs Please join the CHADD of North Broward Chapter on the third Tuesday of every month for monthly support group meetings for Children & Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.

We host experts in the field on a variety of topics. Light refreshments are served and a monthly raffle. Call Atlantis Academy Coral Springs for the schedule of speakers at 954.752.7571 or email pginer@esaeducation.com for more information.

10193 NW 31st Street, Coral Springs.

Wed., March 16 • 5 - 9 PM Family Nights with Food Truck Invasion and Music at Sunset Cove Join us every 1st and 3rd

Wednesday for Family Nights with Food Truck Invasion. The event features live music and a large collection of Food Trucks on site!

The featured music is by The Last Word and begins at 7 PM. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. FREE ADMISSION. Sunset Cove Amphitheater is located in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park at 20405 Amphitheater Circle, Boca Raton.

Thurs., March 17 • 9 AM - 8 PM St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Cool Beans Indoor Playground and Cafe Wear your green to Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Cafe at Downtown at the Gardens to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. We will have Treasure Hunts throughout the day in the playground and lots of St. Patrick’s Day baked goods for sale in our Cafe. Call 561.627.1782. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens #3115, Palm Beach Gardens.

Tues., Mar. 18 & 22 • 10 - 11 AM Open House at Homelink Education of the Palm Beaches Homelink Education provides academic and enrichment classes to homeschoolers of all ages.

Learn more about the programs we offer during our open house. Students are welcome to attend with parents. Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP at www.homelinkeducation.com or call 561.801.4337 for more information. Located at Iglesia Familiar Church 855 Jog Road, West Palm Beach.

Fri., March 18 • 7:30 PM Free Movie at the Wellington Amphitheater Victor Frankenstein (PG-13). Please bring seating. For more information call 561.753.2484.12100 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. | PBParenting.com | March 2016

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Sat., March 19 • 10 AM - 4 PM Village of Wellington’s 20th Anniversary Celebration This year the Village of Wellington, one of the most successfully crafted communities in Palm Beach County, is celebrating its 20th year as a “Great Hometown.” The community is invited to celebrate with us and enjoy a day of FREE fun-filled activities for the entire family. Food, bounce houses, face painting fireworks and more. Village Park 11700 Pierson Rd, Wellington.

Sat., March 19 - 20 • 6:30 PM - 8 AM Roar and Snore Family Overnight at Palm Beach Zoo Join us for an evening featuring the Zoo’s big cats! Program includes a nocturnal zoo tour, up-close encounter with our animal ambassadors, themed activities and crafts, pizza and a continental breakfast. Must be age 6 or older to attend. A minimum of one adult is required per family. For more information call 561.533.0887 or visit www. palmbeachzoo.org. 1301 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach.

Sat., March 19, 26 & Sun., March 20 • 8 10:45 AM Breakfast with the Bunny at Palm Beach Zoo Enjoy all-day admission to the Palm Beach Zoo, hot buffet breakfast, private animal encounters, egg hunt, meet ‘n’ greet with the Easter Bunny, complimentary carousel rides, special children’s gifts, and many more surprises! Reservations are required.

For more information call 561.533.0887 or visit www.palmbeachzoo.org. 1301 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach.

Sun., March 20 • 11 AM - 3 PM Open House at Casperey Stables

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Free pony rides, hands on horse activities, riding demos, games, prizes, and discounts on camps and lesson. Open to all ages. For more information call 561.792.4990 or visit www.caspereystables.com. 2230 D Road, Loxahatchee.

Sun., March 20 • 10 AM - 4 PM Dino-Fest at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium Hunt for dino eggs, dig for fossils, create your own dinosaur and learn about the quest for fossils with local paleontologist, Robert DePalma. This event is free with paid Science Center admission and free for members. For more information please call 561.832.2026. The Science Center is located at 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach.

Mon., March 21-23 • 9 AM - 4 PM Rising Stars 3 Day Youth Basketball Camp at the Palm Beach Gardens JCC Rising Star Basketball Camps are dedicated to providing a Basketball Camp that is both instructional and a great environment to have a fun! The camp will consist of games, drills, competitions, awards and fun! The coaching staff prides itself on teaching the game of basketball to players of all ages and ability levels. $125/member ($42 per day) and $150/guest ($50 per day). For more information or to register please call 561.712.5200 or visit www.jcconline.com.

5221 Hood Road, Palm Beach Gardens.

Disney On Ice presents Frozen Presented

by Stonyfield YoKids Organic Yogurt March 23-27 at the BB&T Center in Sunrise and March 30-April 3 at American Airlines Arena in Miami. For tickets go to http:// www.ticketmaster.com/promo/g6zxim

Fri., March 25 • 5 - 9 PM Movie Night and Food Truck Invasion at Commons Park Come join us for a night under the stars for a Free Movie Night featuring the blockbuster hit, “The Martian” (PG-13). Enjoy the over 20 + food trucks that will be on hand at the beautiful Commons Park. 11600 Poinciana Blvd, Royal Palm Beach.

Sat., March 26 • 9:30 10:30 AM Easter Egg Hunt at Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Cafe Come celebrate Spring with Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Cafe at Downtown at the Gardens at our Easter Egg Hunt.

The bunny will be hopping through and dropping off some special eggs. Get ready to hunt! Please bring a basket for your bounty.

For more information call 561.627.1782.

11701 Lake Victoria Gardens #3115 Palm Beach Gardens.

Sat., March 26 • 10 AM - 4 PM Village of Wellington’s Annual Egg Hunt Join us at Village Park and remember to bring your own basket or bag to collect your eggs.

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The hunt begins at 10 AM sharp and early arrival is recommended. This event is FREE. Village Park is located at 11700 Pierson Rd, Wellington.

Sat., March 26 • 10:30 AM - 12 PM Crafttastic Family Movie at the Mandel Library Join us in KidSpace throughout the day for a fun, family movie with a self-led, kid-friendly craft. For all ages! For more information call KidSpace at 561.868.7703.

411 Clematis St, West Palm Beach.

Tues., March 29 • 5 - 7 PM - GEMS Club at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium “Botanical Science” - While having tons of fun along the way, 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! GEMS Club takes place on the last Tuesday of every month from 5 - 7 PM. Dinner and refreshments will be provided. $5 registration fee per child per session.

This program is for all girls in grades 3 - 8

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Calendar and registration is required. Visit www. sfsciencecenter. org/gems to register. 4801

Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach.

K2 Mixed Martial Arts & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Lots of weekly events to choose from for both kids and adults (ages 4 and up).

Classes run Mondays through Saturdays with multiple class times. For more information please call 561.383.5026 or visit www.k2life.com. 12946 Okeechobee Blvd., Loxahatchee.

Ongoing Classes (561) 742-6780 | www.schoolhousemuseum.org at Schoolhouse Museum Learning Center Space is Limited. Please register in advance. For more information go to www. schoolhousemuseum.org.

SENSATIONAL STORY TIME Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Wednesdays at 2 PM No need to sit still as a statue for this story.

Children’s books come to life through BIRTHDAY PARTIES song, movement interactive performance, Exhibits, party room & plenty of fun! and props.

An engaging art activity Special Saturday & Sunday packages available.

Where learning iseach an adventure! complements session. Suitable for all ages. FREE with paid admission.

LIL’ EXPLORERS – SUPER SENSORY MESSY PLAY Wednesdays at 3 PM Children engage in messy play while doing many things at once. Is it full or empty, sticky or slimy?

Explore with us and find out. Suitable for ages 2 – 4. Price per class Members: $3, Non-Members: $4 with paid admission LITTLE HANDS, BIG ART Tuesdays 11:30 AM New and exciting projects show off children’s creativity as they learn and create many different forms of art from murals to clay formation. Suitable for ages 2 – 4. Price per class – Members: $3, Non-Members: $4 with paid admission.

FABULOUS FUN FRIDAYS Fridays from 10:30 129 E Ocean Avenue | Boynton Beach, FL 33435

– 11:30 a.m. First and Third Fridays of the month. Crafts to match the theme of the week. Suitable for ages 3 – 7. Price per class – Members: $3, Non-Members: $4 with paid admission.

Ongoing at Kids Wonder Lab PRESCHOOL WONDER HOUR Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 AM - 12 PM Capture kids’ attention and feed their imagination with different and fascinating topics each week. OPEN LAB Tuesdays and Thursdays 4 - 6 PM. Kids have open access to our STEM toys and equipment.

Your STEMbassador will conduct a short hands-on activity during the hour to engage, explain and explore STEM. For more information call 561.249.0798 or visit www. kidswonderlab.com. 10101 Lantana Rd, Lake Worth.

Fridays • 3:45 - 5:15 PM Plein Air for Kids Experience the joy of painting and drawing outdoors! Learn composition, subject simplification and the effects of light on subject matter. Learn about historical artists, focusing on genre and art style; explore multiculturalism and ecology. Supplies and snack included in tuition fee. Ages 6 and up.

Call 561.746.3101 or visit www.lighthousearts. org. 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta.

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Chalk Play Cafe & Studio in Delray!!

Classes for kids include Tactile Tuesdays, Movement Mondays, Toddler Twinkle Toes, Silly Sensory, Wacky Wednesdays, Crazy Concoctions and more! www.facebook.com/ CHALK-1635943063331352/

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