Kiddos Magazine Vol. 7 Issue 3 - Sparkling Memories

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Sparkling Memories

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december 2019/january 2020 • Vol. 7 issue 3

COMMUNITY

The Gift Of Financial Literacy

EXHIBITIONS

Frost Science A Mirror Maze

EDUCATION

WINTER CAMP

Programs & Activities Guide

Pine Lake Elementary Botany & Zoology Magnet School

Jacey Birch Spills The Holiday Tea education, art & entertainment

PLUS...

Kiddos Cool Stuff Holiday Essentials

“ELABORATE, BELOVED...

IT’S TIME TO SEE IT AGAIN.” LOS ANGELES TIMES

Step into the dream of a brave little girl named Marie… Meet toy soldiers, discover dancing Snowflakes and befriend the Sugarplum Fairy. With more than 100 dancers, dazzling stage effects and a brilliant live orchestra, The Nutcracker is a magical adventure for the whole family.

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contents

D ECEMBER

2019

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J A N UA R Y

2020

Vol. 7 issue 3

in every issue 11 TRADITIONS

Christmas Around The World FEATURE 8 |

Jacey Birch Spills The Holiday Tea

HEALTH 1 0 |

Worried About Traveling With Your Kids Over The Holidays?

PARENTING 1 6 |

How To Make Music The Gift That Keeps On Giving

WINTER CAMP 1 8 |

2019 Kiddos Winter Camp & Activities Guide

12 URGENT CARE

NCH Pediatric Urgent Care Centers

14 GIFTS

This Holiday Season Give The Night Sky

20 SNACKS

A Tasty Holiday Treat Chocolate Bacon Bark

22 PLACES

Nights Of Lights: A Family Tradition

23 DINING

La Estación American Brasserie EDUCATION 2 6 |

Pine Lake Elementary Botany & Zoology Magnet School

COMMUNITY 2 8 | The

Gift Of Financial Literacy

24 COOL STUFF

Holiday Essentials

30 BOOK REVIEWS

Suggestions For Kids And Families To Read This Month

32 FAMILY DESTINATIONS The Confidante Miami Beach

33 FAMILY EVENTS

on the cover MODELS: Jacey and Jupiter

PHOTOGRAPHY: Tulips Photography IG: tulipsphotography SET DESIGNER: The Sugar Cottage IG: thesugarcottage_

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Where To Go With Our Kiddos

34 EXHIBITIONS

Frost Science's New Exhibition, A Mirror Maze

cirquedusoleil.com/alegria

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Kiddos Publisher’s Notes

Sparkling Memories

credits ...it’s just about kids

magazine Kiddos is a Florida based kids focused magazine, whose mission is to help strengthen the bonds between parents and their children by providing value-based content and quality journalism.

PUBLISHER/ EDITOR Veronica Lepere CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Camille Lucy M-DCPS Leidys Monascal, MS & Mihai Preda, PhD Nicklaus Children’s Hospital DCFCU FIU's Center for Children and Families

The most wonderfully hectic time of the year is here and I love it!

As 2019 is fading I’d like to Thank You for another year of support for our community and Kiddos Magazine – readers, followers, writers, photographers, partners, advertisers, vendors and, volunteers – We could not do it without you!

PHOTOGRAPHY Tulips Photography The Sugar Cottage Miami

In our Holiday issue, Jacey Birch Spills The Holiday Tea. In this Q&A she tells Kiddos about her life as a news anchor, mother, animal advocate and passions. Read more on page 8/9.

Traveling with kids this Holiday season is challenging, but no worries, FIU’s Center for Children and Families advice on how a little preparation can help to avoid the Holiday blue. Page 10.

Still looking for that perfect gift? Our Holiday Essentials guide features a variety of gifts selection from national brands and publisher’s favorites for your Kiddos and the whole family, take a look!

Financial literacy is very important when it comes to your child to understand the concept of managing their finances. This Holiday season help them to take their first step by opening a youth account!. Read more on page 28/29 Very excited to see what 2020 has in store for us and wishing you and your family, a very Happy Holiday with a healthy wonderful New Year.

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Born and Raised South Floridian News Anchor & Animal Advocate,

Jacey Birch Spills The Holiday Tea WRITTEN BY: Camille Lucy

Life as an anchor and mother, her wishes for her son, and their favorite festivities

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acey Birch lives in Fort Lauderdale with her 3-year-old son, Jupiter, and their three rescue pups, Simba, Jagger and Radar. She anchors Local 10 News Mornings each weekday from 4:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. and is also proud to be the animal advocate for Local 10's investigative team which has not only educated people, but been instrumental in changing laws on the books in MiamiDade and Broward counties. From avid environmentalist to vegan to Mama Bear, Jacey takes all of her jobs very seriously and holds them close to her heart. As

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for play? Jacey spends her spare time snorkeling, exercising, reading, writing her blog, saving animals and spending time with her number-one, Jupiter.

1. How do you prioritize and balance the demands of motherhood and your career?

For me the balance is simple because my son is always number one. I’m blessed to have a beautiful career I spent my life developing and I’m lucky to have the most amazing village of family and friends

always ready to help me out while I am busy anchoring the news at Local 10. But when my shift ends, Jupiter is the only priority I have. My job is to keep a smile on his beautiful face and always make those brown eyes sparkle! Being a single mom means it’s me and my munchkin all the time, nothing else matters as much as my precious moments with my baby boy. The baby and toddler time I have been enjoying for the last 3 years will be ending way too soon, so I just try to soak up every moment and make as many memories as I possibly can.

2. How would you describe motherhood?

How has Jupiter changed you/your life?

My life began with Jupiter! Since I graduated college, I was able to work all over the US, cultivating my career in TV and ultimately moving back to my hometown of Miami to work for the news station I grew up watching. I also filled my pre-baby days traveling the entire globe, feeding my wanderlust and filling my passport with stamps visiting nearly every continent. But now I get to live life all over again through the eyes of my munchkin. I want to show him everything

do an advent calendar. We pick out a real tree, bring it home and play Christmas music while we decorate it together. We pick a family to sponsor so that Jupiter can see how blessed we are and how we will always share our blessings with others. We do family night on Christmas Eve with a little Noche Buena with our relatives.

Then we do Santa and all the family and friends come to our house on Christmas Day. I cook a big breakfast, we relax and enjoy each other’s company, play with all the new toys and then in the evening we drive around our neighborhood to see all the holiday lights!

Pet adoption should be a family decision derived from commitment, not a gift for the holidays.

5. Describe Jacey Birch in 3 words.

Just 3? How about 6? Passionate, Honest, Fiery, Fun, Loyal & Talkative

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4. What would your advice be to parents that are giving their children a pet as a gift for the holidays?

I have seen, and more! Jupiter already has 3 stamps in his passport with Australia on our calendar in 2020. I have taken him to Europe with me and we go skiing every Spring. My Mommy goals are simple: give my son everything I never had.

3. Do you have any Holiday tradition(s) you uphold as this festive time of year rolls around?

We watch holiday movies… our favorite is Elf! We bake cookies from scratch, always licking the frosting spoon! We

I am a firm believer that every child should grow up with pets. It teaches children responsibility, builds confidence, provides them with a constant best friend and opens their heart to creatures everywhere. However, I want all parents to understand that adopting a pet is a 15-20 year commitment. It’s an important decision which must be made as a family together with realistic expectations, not just because that puppy or kitten would be so cute with a red ribbon under the Christmas tree. Maybe you will be moving or traveling or taking a new job after the holidays, meaning waiting for a calmer new pet period may be better.

Camille Lucy is a Certified Holistic Health Coach/Reiki & Raindrop Technique Practitioner/Meditation & Yoga Instructor, Ordained Holistic Minister, graphic and web designer, business consultant, and Vice President of a local non-profit that “rehabilitates people through animals.” She is also a writer, a Mother of 3 girls, an artist, a Life-and-Love Junkie, a Self-Expression and Development advocate, and - well, you get the point. She’s a lot of things, just like all of us. Camille is also author of, "The (Real) Love Experiment: Explore Love, Relationships & The Self." Learn more about her and her adventure(s) at www.CamilleLucy.com.

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Worried About Traveling With Your Kids Over The Holidays?

WRITTEN BY: FIU's Center for Children and Families

A little preparation can spare parents who travel with their children – and those around them – from feeling the blues this holiday season. and packing earphones, books and toys to keep children entertained.

If delays extend the amount of time stuck on a plane or at an airport, Bagner suggests parents provide their children with positive feedback – especially if they’re being good.

“That’s how kids learn,” he said. “They learn by feedback. Parents really need to be specific about the behaviors they want to encourage. They should say ‘I like the way you’re sitting so nicely,’ or ‘Great job playing gently with your toy’ or ‘Thank you for speaking softly.’”

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mong the biggest sources of discomfort for children is a change in their schedule. If a meal is served too late, or if a child is up past their bed time, it can spell trouble, according to Daniel Bagner, director of the Early Childhood Behavior Lab and a professor in FIU’s Center for Children and Families.

Good communication can go a long way in prepping children for what’s to come. It can also help a child learn what’s expected of them.

“Giving a child a schedule can help,” Bagner said. “Parents also should communicate to their children what behaviors are appropriate and inappropriate. They should come up with a rewards system that works.”

Rewards don’t have to involve buying a new toy or junk food, Bagner cautions. Children could have the option of picking the first activity of the trip or selecting a TV show to watch or a game to play.

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For those who fly, having food handy and finding ways to help children sleep if delays encroach upon nap or sleep times will be important, Bagner said. With winter storms known to cause severe delays or even flight cancellations, parents don’t want to be caught unprepared. He suggests charging tablets and laptop computers,

If a child’s challenging behavior is a source of concern for parents, places like FIU’s Center for Children and Families help find families find ways of better managing that behavior. Having a child who acts out isn’t a reason to avoid holiday travel, Bagner said.

Bagner is a board certified clinical child psychologist who studies interventions for at-risk infants and young children and their families. k

For more information please visit www.ccf.fiu.edu

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traditions

Christmas

Around the World

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he Christmas season is celebrated in many different countries and cultures around the world.

In France, for example, families gather to have a special feast on Christmas Eve and eat a traditional dessert called ‘Bûche de Noël’ – a buttercream-filled cake shaped and frosted to look like a Christmas log. In Haiti, children place their polished shoes filled with straw under the Christmas tree. They hope that Santa Claus will remove the straw and put treats and gifts inside the shoes. In Spain, many people walk through the streets after Midnight Mass, or ‘La Misa Del Gallo’, on Christmas Eve singing Christmas carols, playing the guitars, drums, and tambourines to celebrate. In Australia, December 25th comes in the middle of the kids’ summer

holiday is celebrated for eight days and nights during which children enjoy playing the Dreidel game with their families. Each country has its own unique and special way of celebrating the holidays. No matter how we celebrate, we all share the magic and wonder of this festive season! k How “Merry Christmas” is said around the world: Spanish - Feliz Navidad Italian - Buon Natale holidays! This is why many families gather for camping trips, picnics outdoors and at the beach to celebrate the Christmas festivities.

Jewish tradition includes celebrating Hanukkah, also known as “The Festival of Lights”. This

French - Joyeux Noël Creole - Jwaye Nwèl Portuguese - Feliz Natal German - Fröhliche Weihnachten Vietnamese- Chúc Mùng Giáng Sinh

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urgent care

Pediatric Urgent Care Centers:

Your Partner in Managing Your Child’s Medical Care

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ou pick up your son from school and are concerned when he mentions that his ear is hurting. Or a weekend trip to the park comes to a quick and unhappy end when your daughter is bitten by a passing dog.

Over time, most moms and dads have opportunities like these to earn their parenting stripes, arranging rapid treatment for children with minor illnesses and injuries.

Parents have a trusted partner in meeting their child's urgent medical needs. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital offers a network of pediatric urgent care centers, located in neighborhoods from Palm Beach Gardens to Homestead in southern Miami-Dade.

Each center offers the quality of care families have come to seek and trust from Nicklaus Children’s at convenient locations.

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When to Bring Your Child to an Urgent Care Center Pediatric urgent care centers are designed to provide convenient care for minor, nonlife-threatening illnesses and injuries for children and teens up to 21 years of age who require medical attention. Not sure when to take your child to an Urgent Care Center? If your child's illness or injury is life-threatening, call 911 or proceed to the nearest hospital emergency room/department. Otherwise, here is a list of some conditions for which you may want to seek treatment in an urgent care setting:

• Allergies • Asthma attacks (minor) • Burns (minor) • Colds, coughs, and sore throats

• Cuts and bruises • Dog/animal bites

(mild to moderate severity)

• Earaches and ear infections • Fever in children more than 2 months old • Minor head injuries (without loss of consciousness)

• Nausea • Pink eye • Rash • Stomach pain (mild) • Strains and sprains • Urinary tract infections • Vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration k For more information about Nicklaus Children’s Urgent Care Centers, visit www.nicklauschildrens.org/urgentcare

Dear Santa

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gifts

This Holiday Season Give The Night Sky

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as it your first kiss, the birth of a child or that moment you realized your world had changed. Give a gift of the stars to always remember that special night.

The Night Sky Customized Framed Print Capture The Night Sky forever on a specific date and give a gift of the stars to show a special person in your life that you will always remember that precious memory, and moment in time you'd like to capture. The Night Sky Star Map print makes an incredible, memorable gift that will be treasured for years to come. It’s simple to create an 18" x 24" star map of the night your heart skipped a beat.

Hang one in your home or office to deck the walls. Give a gift certificate to a new parent or

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a teacher, a beloved relative, your close friend and/or significant other, anyone you’d like to help create The Night Sky to display a joyful moment they would like to remember.

Holidays gift cards are available! and gift recipients can create online by choosing from Backgrounds in Black, Midnight Blue, Grey Blue and Aquamarine, selecting a Theme landscape, on white, constellations, grid or moon, Where they want to see the sky from, the date of their special occasion and can also add text to their map. Advance options also show the location, latitude, longitude and time showcasing The Night Sky. k

To lean more visit www.thenightsky.com

WINTER CAMP December 27, 30, 31, 2019 January 2, 3, 2020 Pre-K - 5th grade 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Individual and multi-day registration options available)

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Free Parenting Groups for Families with Young Children Families First offers FREE parenting groups for parents of children ages birth through 3 years throughout Miami-Dade County in both English and Spanish.

Enj oy sna a c or m k eal !

Funded by The Children's Trust, our program enables you to learn more about child development and positive discipline from experts at the University of Miami

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How to Make Music the Gift that Keeps on Giving Written by: Leidys Monascal, MS and Mihai Preda, PhD

“I would teach children music, physics and philosophy; but most importantly music, for in the patterns of the arts are the keys of learning.”— Plato

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n recent years, many families are choosing to give experiences instead of toys during the holiday season. It can be challenging for family and friends to find gifts that will stand the test of time. Not only do educational experiences, such as music lessons, create memories and offer life-long benefits, but they also do not clutter houses and landfills. Giving the joy and benefits of a consistent music education might be one of the best presents a child can receive.

Music is the Perfect Present All children have an innate capacity to enjoy, create and make music and can benefit from a good music education.

Music is a universal language that children can readily pick up. Think of how many children learn the ABCs

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and countless other early childhood skills through song.

The earlier that children start to learn music, the more they can achieve. Just like with language, it is easier for younger children to develop their musical ear.

Of course, starting earlier also means they have more time to master their musical studies. In addition to learning music for the sake of music, many studies show that music education also has many other important benefits, such as increased memory and attention.

How to Make Music the Gift that Keeps on Giving A supportive home environment where children are encouraged to commit to practicing, and the right music method will ensure your gift of music is timeless.

Studies overwhelmingly tell us that the best way for children to learn is to let them play and use their imagination. An effective music method needs to be fun and provide children with the tools and opportunities to create.

The Brain-Based Piano Method is a fresh approach to learning music fit for the 21st century. The Method is a mindful and comprehensive system with an effective mix of the principles used by the leading music educators of the past, and the latest scientific findings on how we learn. Created with the needs of today’s children, parents, and teachers in mind, it takes advantage of the opportunities and challenges found in teaching and learning today.

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Find The Seven Differences Between The Two Pictures

The Brain-Based Piano Method offers benefits that go far beyond music. Students adopt a flexible attitude towards learning, creating the practice of making connections, such as the ones between music and math, and applying the critical thinking skills developed from their piano study to other areas of their lives.

Miami Piano Studio is home of the Brain-Based Piano Method. The Studio offers piano lessons for children as young as 3 years old at the studio or at the students’ home. They also offer voice, guitar, violin and clarinet lessons, a Garage Band program for teenagers, percussion ensembles, choir and more. k

Leidys Monascal, MS and Mihai Preda, PhD, are the Founders of the Miami Piano Studio and authors of the Brain-Based Piano Method. For more information visit: www.MiamiPianoStudio.com or call 786.797.1662. To make an appointment for a free trial lesson mention the Kiddos Promotion.

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Frost Science Winter Camp:

components to be put together in different way to speak, read and write for kids ages 3 to 11 years old.

DIY Science

December 27, 30, 31, 2019 and January 2, 3, 2020

786.389.0569 info@jupirupi.com jupirupi.com

Calling all creators, explorers, artists, and inventors! Open to children in grades Pre-K – 5, Winter Camp at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science invites budding scientists to become a “maker” by tinkering with gadgets and inventions of their own creation, including sewing circuits, paper bots and more.

Jungle Island Winter Adventure Camp We give young explorers a chance to go on quests over winter break. Each week brings a thrilling new theme designed for five to twelve-year-olds.

305.434.9564 camp@frostscience.org www.frostscience.org/camps 1101 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132

Jupirupi “Make it with a twist” Zoo Miami Winter Camp What happens when winter is here?

What do animals do to adapt? Hibernate, change your color, grow a new coat – what will you do? Campers will leave their tropical paradise behind and embark on a journey to learn about one of the harshest habitats on our planet.

Pre-registration required.

Week 1: Wild Winter Wardrobe December 23, 26-28 Week 2: Arctic Adventure December 30-31, January 2-3 305.255.5551 education@zoomiami.org www.zoomiami.org/zoo-camps 12400 SW 152 St. Miami Fl. 33177

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We are more than just Spanish teachers. We offer in your home, winter Spanish private and semiprivate classes with native speaker instructors.

With our program kids learn how the language works by using vocabulary, verbs and grammar concepts as

Each week, young adventurers will participate in: • Arts • Fitness & Sports • Science & Engineering • Animal Encounters • Outdoor Exploration • Survival Skills • Entertaining Shows • The Battleground • Learning through Experiences • Behind the Scenes Exploring Week 1: All Aboard the Jungle Express!

December 23, 26 & 27 Week 2: Take a trip inside the Jungle Imaginarium December 30th – January. 3rd 305. 400.7000 education@jungleisland.com www.jungleisland.com/upcomingevents/winter-adventure-camp/ 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami FL 33132

Miami Children’s Museum Makers Series Winter Camp Our Makers Series camp will activate camper’s creativity with hands on learning and experiences. Campers will grab their tools, tinker, explore, imagine and create something extraordinary with simple everyday objects! Make something in Santa’s workshop or learn the art of making music, create incredible fashion and explore the skills needed to create sculptures and statues!

Week 1: Santa’s Workshop December 23,24 Music Makers December 26,27 Week 2: New Year’s Fashion December 30,31 Robotics January 2,3 305.373.5437 ext.112 yanet@miamichildrensmuseum.org www.miamichildrensmuseum.org 980 Macarthur Causeway Miami, FL 33132

ProjectArt Free after-school art classes taught in MDPLS ProjectArt is pleased to announce it is offering free after-school arts classes for the 2019-2020 school year to students ages 4-18 at eight Miami-Dade Public Library System locations. Classes begin the week of September 16, 2019.

Families can enroll their children now at enroll.projectart.org.

MDPLS locations

Deering Estate Winter Camp

PAMM Student Pass

Every camp has a different theme and explores a different aspect of nature, allowing campers to have fun while also learning about different fields of science.

PAMM Student Pass holders receive free admission anytime they want to visit. They may bring (1) adult guest for free with them. The pass holder must currently be attending a Miami-Dade County Public School, in grade Pre-K-12.

The pass holder must be present for the adult to visit. There is only (1) adult guest admitted per pass holder. Any additional adults must be museum members or purchase admission.

December 23, 26, & 27 December 30, and January 2 & 3 Ages: 6 to 14 305.850.6531 ext. 233 www.deeringestate.org

City of Doral Parks & Recreation Winter Programming for All Ages The Parks and Recreation Department oversees thriving competitive and recreational sports leagues, tournaments and programs for children, adults, and seniors of all abilities including: wellness, cultural arts and senior programming, tackle and flag football, cheerleading, soccer, baseball, basketball, field hockey, tennis, Special Olympic sports and much more!

Winter Session: Tuesday, January 21-Saturday, March 14, 2020 Youth, Teens, Special Needs & adults Programs 305.593.6600 Kenneth.Harris@cityofdoral.com www.cityofdoral.com Doral Meadow Park 11555 NW 58th St, Doral, FL 33178

305.375.3000 pammkids@pamm.org www.pamm.org/pammkids 1103 Biscayne Blvd. Miami Fl. 33132

p m a C g n i r Sp Frost Science Spring Camp 2020 Decoding Nature March 23 – 27, 2020 Beautiful patterns, remarkable symmetry, unique sequences, nature is an amazing inspiration for both art and science. Decode the hidden math and science of nature’s beauty by exploring Fibonacci’s number, fractals, and even learning the basics of coding to use math to help unlock nature’s mysteries.

305.434.9564 camp@frostscience.org www.frostscience.org/camps 1101 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132

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A Tasty Holiday Treat Chocolate Bacon Bark W

hen family and friends come together in celebration of the holiday season, tasty treats are a must-have for the festivities. You can also celebrate the season of giving with a special giveaway at the end of your gathering to show your gratitude to loved ones.

A simple yet delicious treat, Chocolate Bacon Bark is a sweet-and-salty snack with Gwaltney Bacon as the centerpiece of a crowdpleaser for nearly any celebration. Try pairing with these creative giveaway bags as a personalized memento to offer a unique memory even after the season comes to a close. The bite-sized morsels are also perfect for individual grab bags by the door as guests make their way home following holiday celebrations.

Chocolate Bacon Bark and Giveaway Bags Prep time: 10 minutes Servings: 24 Chocolate Bacon Bark: 1 bag (12 ounces) chocolate candy melts 1 package (12 ounces) Gwaltney Bacon toppings such as pretzels, candies and sprinkles (optional)

Giveaway Bags: Scissors Card stock or construction paper 24 brown paper lunch bags Coloring or drawing materials Hole puncher Ribbon To make Chocolate Bacon Bark: Line baking sheet with parchment paper. In bowl, melt chocolate candy in microwave in 30-second increments; stir every 30 seconds.

• Pour chocolate into pan and spread evenly.

• Top with bacon and pretzels, candies and sprinkles, if desired; freeze until hardened (about 12 hours). k

Visit gwaltneyfoods.com for more holiday recipe ideas.

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places

Nights of Lights: A Family Tradition

Take in the wonder of Pinecrest Gardens' botanical beauty dotted by thousands of twinkling holiday lights.

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ake a photo with Santa. Sing along with carolers. Eat yummy treats, and enjoy magical stories by storytellers and puppeteers at Pinecrest Gardens’ Nights of Lights. The park transforms into a winter wonderland dotted by thousands of twinkling holiday lights that go up, through and around the whimsical botanical landscape, starting Friday, December 13 through January 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. at 11000 Red Road.

The best part? Is Pinecrest Gardens’ mission to provided family-centric programming at an accessible price - $5

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Activities include:

• Mechanical Rides every night from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

• Pony Rides every night from 7 to 9 p.m.

• Story Time every night from

December 13 through 22 and 26 through January 1 from 7 to 8 p.m.

• Photos with Santa every night from December 13 through 24 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. k

online or $7 at the gate. On select evenings, admission includes a holiday concert performance in the historic Banyan Bowl which features a historic geodesic dome and seating for up to 500.

For more information, please visit www.pinecrestgardens.org or call 305.669.6990. Pinecrest Gardens is located at 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest, FL 33156

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dining

La Estación American Brasserie

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Downtown Miami’s food hub.

he new dining destination welcomes families, travelers and locals to experience a full-service bistro, grab and go and Dulce counters, where guests can indulge in a quick bite or simple dessert.

The open bar and dining space overlook

an open kitchen where La Estación’s chefs showcase and prepare comforting and approachable dishes. Upon entering the 10,000-square-foot space, guests will have their choice of dining in the full-service bistro-style restaurant, grab a drink at the bar, indulge in dessert at the Dulce counter, celebrate a special occasion or plan a private event in one of four event spaces.

The unique restaurant concept is command central for everything from spontaneous lunches for the entire family to celebratory gatherings with friends. The menu at La Estación features American and global favorites.

For those looking to host a special occasion this holiday season, La Estación American Brasserie features multiple private dining rooms. These spaces can accommodate a party size from 12 seats to large-scale affairs for nearly 200 people, alongside a variety of group-dining level packages. k

La Estación American Brasserie is located at Central Fare at Virgin Miami Central 600 NW 1st Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 To make reservations please call 786.490.2949 or visit www.laestacionmiami.com

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cool stuff

Holiday Essentials GUND

Working Cars

Easy to use, loved by parents, magnetic building blocks!

Styled in classic colors, this set lets your child be a car designer for the day.

Available at www.peopletoy.co

My First Workout

Elmo Limited Edition

The Kit

Snuffles Ice Blue Elmo’s 20” height, big, round belly and extra soft red plush material make him perfect for play time and room decoration. Made with high-quality and huggable soft plush.

Available at www.amazon.com/GUND

People Toy Co.

This 13” version of Snuffles comes in a unique two-tone ice blue plush that’s softer than ever and feels like snuggling a cloud!

Snuffles is surface-washable for easy cleaning.

Available at www.gund.com

The kit and step-by-step programs encourage children ages 5-10 workouts. 8 custom-made, child-size pieces of equipment necessary to complete the workouts.

Available at www.myfirstworkout.com

Lucy Grymes Design Fun, whimsical and disposable paper placemats and vase wraps that come in bright and colorful designs and clean-up is a breeze… just recycle when you are done.

Available at www.lucygrymes.com

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Quinn Socks

Dolls and Accessories

A special line of socks that are meant to be worn matched or mismatched.

Each pattern of the socks are featured in a beautifully illustrated, rhyming book perfect for a curious toddler.

Available at www.qforquinn.com

An exquisite line of lifelike dolls that children can cherish for years.

Beyond the doll, you can get accessories to enhance the play experience for your little one.

Available at www.feltmanbrothers.com

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Isabelle Grace

Jewelry

Micro Kickboard

Micro Sprite

Birthstone Pebbles, the sweetest design inspired by a love of beach pebbles. You will love the smooth organic feel of these little treasures.

Available at www.isabellegracejewelry.com

A compact, lightweight scooter that is incredibly durable and portable! Featuring a 2-wheeled design, the Sprite can be ridden by ages 8 to adults up to 220 lbs.

Available at www.microkickboard.com

Crystal Palace

PackLite

Max 2-in-1 Phone Charger Playmobil

Mars Space Station A solar inflatable lantern & phone charger that packs flat for easy carrying and charging on-the-go. It's the perfect all-purpose solar device to light up your campsite, family tent, or provide backup power to your devices.

Available at www.luminaid.com

Honey & Sage

Treat yourself or someone you love with organic, all-natural, small-batch products.

From skincare to teas, bath soaks and more – Honey & Sage makes it easy for women, especially moms, to be healthy and balanced with unique subscription boxes.

Available at www.honeyandsageco.com

Venture into undiscovered worlds with the Mars Space Station!

Equipped with all the tools needed for space exploration, the station is ready for a successful mission!

For ages: 6+.

Set off on a dazzling adventure as you explore the Crystal Palace of the Winter Kingdom! In this incredible world, visitors will find a little magic and mystery. For Ages 4+.

Available at www.playmobil.us

Hoopman!

Portable Basketball Goal

HandsOn

Gloves

Top grooming innovation for our pets! Relaxes and helps naturally build a bond with your animals. More grooming and petting time.

Available at www.HandsOnGloves.com

Is the go-anywhere basketball goal with a ball that helps promote active play for your little one outdoors and indoors.

Easy to carry, and simple unfolds.

Available at www.theportablehighchair.com

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Pine Lake Elementary Botany & Zoology Magnet School Where Learning is serious fun!

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ine Lake Elementary Botany & Zoology Magnet School offers an exciting, hands-on STEM-focused program welcoming Miami Dade County students grades K – 5. Students benefit from innovative instructional practices, newly designed high-tech STEM Learning Labs, enriching resources, and real-world learning experiences across the curriculum. Pine Lake Elementary Botany & Zoology Magnet school completes the first K-12 continuum of its kind.

The program creates a STEM path to Conservation Biology through Botany & Zoology studies at Pine lake Elementary and culminating at BioTECH @ Richmond Heights 9 – 12 High School.

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The unique Magnet program at Pine Lake Elementary engages students in problem-solving and exploration of their environment and conservation issues through a Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach. Project-Based Learning is a dynamic instructional approach in which students learn by actively engaging in real-world problems and personally meaningful projects to acquire deeper meaning and develop critical thinking.

Students interact in the STEM Learning Laboratory, an innovative learning space that transforms the school-site into a mini-research and conservation center.

In the STEM Learning Laboratory, students observe and interact with plants and animals as they conduct research

and create projects related to the Magnet themes.

Further enhancing the Botany & Zoology theme, an outdoor STEM Learning Laboratory extends and supports the Magnet theme beyond the classroom. Students design and create gardens for various purposes, including growing food for the Magnet menagerie. Students observe and care for the animals as they learn to become environmental stewards and global citizens. A partnership with Discovery Education provides PBL curriculum, professional development, and technology-based educational resources to every classroom, ensuring the STEM theme is integrated across the curriculum and school-wide.

All Pine Lake Elementary students participate in monthly place-based learning at partner sites, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and Zoo Miami, where they engage in research-based, hands-on learning opportunities. Students observe, collect data, and work together to conduct experiments that address conservation issues in their community. The Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden partnership also brings their expertise and resources to the school STEM Learning Laboratory and classrooms as students participate in the Growing Beyond Earth Project for The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Million Orchid Project, which aims to reinvigorate the dwindling population of native Florida orchids.

The enriching and dynamic Botany & Zoology Magnet program at Pine Lake Elementary introduces students to the

exciting and engaging world of science learning and the growing field of Conservation Biology. k

To learn more about Pine Lake Elementary Botany & Zoology Magnet School or to schedule a tour of the school, contact Magnet Lead Teacher Michelle Arias at 305-233-7018. Applications may be obtained and completed online at miamimagnets.org. Parents must submit a completed application between October 1st through January 15th to be considered for the random selection process. Additional information about Pine Lake Elementary Zoology & Botany Magnet program is available on the website: www.pinelakeelementary.com.

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community

The Gift of Financial Literacy Teen Savings and Checking Accounts

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"Dade County Federal Credit Union strive to provide financial resources to all of their members, no matter how old or young they are!"

ade County Federal Credit Union strive to provide financial resources to all of their members, no matter how old or young they are! Their Gen-You Account is the perfect way for teenagers to understand the concept of managing their finances. This account helps teens budget and helps them gain

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a sense of responsibility when dealing with money.

money the smart way is definitely important.

As a teenager, their goals are probably starting to get a little pricier, right? Whether they’re saving for school activities or working part-time to save for college or a car, learning to manage their

"It's so cool knowing that I have my own bank account, it was fun and easy! I learned a lot with the Gen-You representative." Marco Arano says when visited DCFCU main branch with his mom to open his first Gen-You Account.

If your child is between the ages of 14-17, they are able to open their own account at Dade County Federal Credit Union without a parent or legal guardian! All they need to have is a Florida State ID, School ID and $6 to open their very own account.

Benefits Include: • E-Branch Online Access • Debit Card • Gift Cards • Mobile App • Credit Building • $300 Secured Visa (*Parent or legal guardian must be on the account)

• First Time Car Buyer Program

including Saving and Checking Accounts, Loans and so much more!

Students Services Dade County Federal Credit Union also provide them with credit building opportunities, volunteering hours, and professional development!

This Holiday season stop by any of DCFCU branch locations to speak with a representative and start saving today!

Within DCFCU there is a very special committee known as, Gen-You, which consists of (12) employees who dedicate their time to teach Financial Literacy to the Youth of Miami Dade County. As of this year, the Gen-You Committee has worked with over 1,500 students and that number continues to grow. k

Dade County Federal Credit Union has been serving Miami Dade County since 1939 and offers an array of services

To learn more about Gen-You savings and checking accounts visit www.dcfcu.org/genyou-account

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1. The Nutcracker Tchaikovsky Classical Music. An introduction to the beautiful music of this ballet favorite through six classic Tchaikovsky pieces. Text and attractive illustrations convey the ballet's magical mood, and the music inspires little dancing feet.

For babies and children ages 0-4. www.calisbooks.com

2. Shore Buddies And the Plastic Ocean

By Claire Forshaw & Malte Niebelschütz A the story of 5 friends that are giving marine life a voice in fighting ocean plastic pollution.

Learn what you can do to help save marine life and keep plastics out of the oceans. This is a gift you can feel good about giving!

Ages 3 to 5. www.shore-buddies.com

3. Santa's Dog

By Joann Sky When Santa's best dog falls from the sleigh, he's adopted by a military family who needs help.

When Christmas Eve comes around the next year, will Lance

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return to the North Pole with Santa or stay with his new family? Root for Lance as he shows us how love is a powerful force, even when our loved ones are far away.

Ages 4 to 10. www.dogsandbooks.com

4. Carol's Quest for Courage (A Santa's Dog Story, book 2)

By Joann Sky Santa's singing dog is too afraid to sing in public! Carol leaves the North Pole in search of her courage but instead finds a girl facing a similar fear. Root for Carol as she proves that courage grows inside each of us!

Ages 3 to 8. www.dogsandbooks.com

5. Angela's Christmas

By Frank McCourt Now an Emmy-nominated film streaming on Netflix! Pulitzer Prize recipient Frank McCourt shares the story of his mother’s childhood Christmas in this tender and heartwarming picture book, previously published as Angela and the Baby Jesus.

Ages 4 to 8. www.simonandschuster.com

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6. Merry Christmas, PJ Masks

By May Nakamura The PJ Masks are excited about exchanging Christmas gifts. That is, of course, until the Wolfy kids find and destroy all the presents. It’s up to the PJ Masks to save the day— and Christmas! Ages 2 to 5. www.simonandschuster.com

7. Snowman's Magic Hat

By Jeffrey Burton Little ones will love lifting the flaps after saying each magic word to see if the spell worked. From a handful of carrots to three pieces of coal, the magic trick goes on until…Blizzard, lizard, wizard, whoa, we meet a person made of snow!

Ages up to 5. www.simonandschuster.com

8. Welcome to Jazz

By Carolyn Sloan In this interactive swing-along picture book with 12 sound chips, you’ll hear the instruments of jazz—the rhythm section with its banjo, drums, and tuba, and the leads, like the clarinet, trumpet, and trombone. And you’ll hear singers scat, improvising melodies

with nonsense syllables like be-bop and doo-we-ah! Ages 4 to 8. www.workman.com

9. Paint by Sticker Kids: Christmas It's hours of jolly holiday fun—including glitter stickers!

New in this bestselling activity series, Paint by Sticker Kids: Christmas includes everything kids need to create ten vibrant images, including Santa, a snowman, s tockings filled with presents, and a dazzling Christmas tree—with glitter stickers that make the images shine. Ages 5 to 9. www.workman.com k

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family destinations

The Confidante Miami Beach rolls out poolside service for families The first-of-its-kind amenity cart, available exclusively at the hotel, will feature the brand’s premium, plant-based products designed for fun in the sun while keeping travel light for families The mobile cart is styled in colors to match the retro-glam look and feel of the hotel’s outdoor spaces and features playful signature images from the Hello Bello brand, topped off with a vibrant yellow tassel canopy umbrella to complete the look. Priced from $3-11, the products available via the custom cart include: SPF 50 mineral sunscreen, premium plant-based lotion, plant-based wipes, natural bug spray, hand sanitizer, premium detangler and many more.

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he Confidante Miami Beach, a playful oceanfront oasis located in Miami Beach’s popular mid-beach neighborhood, has partnered with Hello Bello, a premium, plant-based family brand co-founded by parents Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard, to unveil the company’s first-ever amenity cart at the hotel. Currently available, the Hello Bello cart is conveniently stationed at the hotel’s two heated pools and comes stocked with all the essentials that are inspired by families but practical for all guests, including mineral sunscreen, premium lotions, plant-based wipes, natural bug spray, hair detangler and more. Whether poolside, on the beach, or tucked away in a cozy cabana, guests can enjoy all the perks of an uncomplicated, retro-cool vacation in the heart of Miami Beach without the hassle of having to overpack.

“For traveling families who don’t want to skip out on the glam vacation, this is the hotel for you,” said Amy Johnson,

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General Manager at The Confidante Miami Beach. “We pride ourselves on providing a hassle-free experience so guests can immediately go on vacation mode. This collaboration is not only designed to lighten the load for families, but also deliver trusted plant-based Hello Bello products so parents can worry less about what to pack and focus instead on what matters most: time together.”

The Confidante’s popular outdoor hangout, The Backyard, features two pools, one pool exclusively for families.

In addition families can enjoy: pool and beachside food and beverage service; an on-demand floatie menu, serving up inflatable fun in the form of an avocado, rainbow cloud and more; and a sweet treats cart serving up daily delighters including cold towels and frozen grapes as well as hand-crafted, all-natural popsicles. k

Hello Bello is driven by one simple goal: to eliminate the choice many parents have to make – deciding between what’s best for their kids and best for their budget. They are committed to giving every parent access to high-quality, better-priced everyday essentials that are better for babies, budgets and the planet. Each product is expertly formulated with safe, effective ingredients and organic botanicals when possible.

Fall is a great season to save on family travel, with rates starting at $119/night.

The Confidante Miami Beachis is located at 4041 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, Florida, United States, 33140. For more information visit www.theconfidantehotel.com

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fa ea mt iul ry e e v e n t s

DECEMBER DEC

13th to JAN 1st

Nights of Lights at Pinecrest Gardens 11000 Red Road, Miami FL 33156 From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The park transforms into a winter wonderland dotted by thousands of twinkling holiday lights that go up, through and around the whimsical botanical landscape. Take a photo with Santa.

Sing along with carolers. Eat yummy treats, and enjoy magical stories by storytellers.

Get your tickets at www.pinecrestgardens.org

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14th

Winter Kiddos Land at Miami International Mall 1455 NW 107th Ave. Doral, FL 33172 From 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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13th to 29th

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami from Dec. 13th-22th Kravis Center in West Palm Beach from Dec. 27th-29th Miami City Ballet’s holiday spectacle transports you to a dazzling winter wonderland in this new production. Step into this magical world of toy soldiers, colorful characters, and the enchanting “Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy”, set to the music of Tchaikovsky performed by a live orchestra.

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2nd Annual Winter Wonderland at Frost Science 1101 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132 From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Make your December a little cooler! Explore how colder temperatures impact states of matter in our Let It Snow live show, when we use liquid nitrogen, at a frosty -321F°, to freeze everyday objects and explore what happens to them.

Then explore snowflakes under a microscope as you discover the role math plays in nature.

Free event. Register at www.eventbrite.com

More info www.frostscience.org

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Zoo Lights Miami at Zoo Miami 12400 SW 152nd St. Miami, FL 33177 Select Nights • 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Get into the holiday spirit amid a flurry of snowflakes! Families can enjoy the magic of the holiday season when snow cascades throughout the center accompanied by merry holiday music!

Zoo Miami will open at night for a special holiday event with one million bright, animal-shaped and dazzling tree lights!

Experience Zoo Miami like never before.

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11th & 13th

Third annual Ice Cream We Love Bal Harbour Shops 9700 Collins Ave. Bal Harbour, FL 33154 From 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Jackson Health Foundation has partnered with Bal Harbour Shops once again to host this fun-filled weekend to benefit patients in need at Holtz Children’s Hospital. Famous ice cream brands from around the U.S! To purchase tickets visit: www.icecreamwelove.com

Cirque du Soleil is excited to add three weeks of performances of Alegría’s Miami engagement. An evening at Cirque du Soleil makes for the perfect outing with friends, family and loved ones this holiday season.

Get your tickets at www.cirquedusoleil.com/alegria

Get your tickets at www.zoomiami.org

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DEC

21th

Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Fantasy Laser Show at Frost Science 1101 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132 8:00 p.m.

Enjoy the family holiday classic as you’ve never seen before!bTchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Fantasy Laser show in the Frost Planetarium combines beautiful Nutcracker animation with the show’s iconic score.

Get tickets at www.frostscience.org

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Snowfalls at The Falls Shopping Center 8888 SW 136th St. Miami FL 33176 Fri. & Sat. 7 p.m. - Sun. 6 p.m.

More info at www.simon.com/mall/the-falls

Cirque Du Soleil Alegria Under the Big Top, next to Hard Rock Stadium

Get your tickets now at www.miamicityballet.org

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

A magical full day of festive family fun. Enjoy first-class entertainment with arts & crafts, face painting, slime, characters appearances, toddler zone, photo booth, Santa’s elves workshop, prizes and much more!

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Nickelodeon’s Slime City at Aventura Mall 19501 Biscayne Blvd. North Miami Following its success in Atlanta, Nickelodeon is giving kids and families in Miami the chance to see, feel and get doused in its iconic green goo at Slime City Miami, an immersive experience dedicated to all things slime.

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Frost Science’s New Exhibition, A Mirror Maze: Numbers in Nature, Will Have Your Family Falling In Love With Math

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eave your calculator at home and discover the amazing mathematical patterns that surround us every day—from the skin on the back of your hand, to the trees in your yard, and perhaps the home you live in. The most exciting part of this math lesson is trying to navigate a giant mirror maze—a sea of equilateral triangle chambers. You’ll feel like you’ve been placed inside a kaleidoscope! A Mirror Maze: Numbers in Nature special exhibition, on view now at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science in Downtown Miami, exposes and explains the mathematical patterns that abound in the natural world.

The centerpiece of A Mirror Maze:

Numbers in Nature is an elaborate mirror maze where you can lose yourself in a seemingly infinite repeating pattern of mirrors. This arrangement of symmetry and tessellation provides an introduction to patterns and how math surrounds us every day. Dead ends are scattered throughout the maze, and hidden within the experience is a small secret room, rewarding guests with bonus puzzles and artifacts. Can you find the secrets within?

Hands-on activities within the exhibition allow for further exploration of mathematics—such as fractal branching, spirals, Voronoi patterns, the Golden

New Exhibition Highlights Mathematical Patterns in Nature with a Mirror Maze Experience

Ratio (ɸ), and more. The exhibition also features an array of artifacts—Bighorn sheep antlers, honeycomb and an aluminum anthill casting—that demonstrate real examples of patterns in objects from the natural world. You’ll never look at the world the same way again!

A Mirror Maze: Numbers in Nature will be on view through Sunday, April 12, 2020. The exhibition was created by the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI). Learn more at www.frostscience.org/mirrormaze. k

Explore the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science and purchase your tickets at www.frostscience.org.

Open daily from 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. $20.95 for children (ages 3-11), $29.95 for adults, and free for museum members and children 2 and under.

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