June 2020 Family News

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June 8 - June 19

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June 22 - July 3

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for children ages 7 to 15

Sessions run 9 am - 4 pm.

CULTURAL PARK THEATER 528 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral

239-772-5862 www.CulturalParkTheater.com Family News

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CONTENTS June 2020

FEATURES Music cruises in 2021

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Online Programs

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Creative drink ideas

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Trending Books

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Gidgets & Gadgets

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Camps & Activities

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Movies on digital

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FL theme parks reopen

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We’re Back!

Wow! Has our world turned upside down or what? I feel that this moment in time is this generation’s “Where were you when the world changed forever?”

I know exactly where I was ... on vacation in the middle of the ocean, 60 mile per hour winds, 18 foot waves and a rumor of a newly instituted travel ban by the president being whispered among the passengers one hour into the trip. It was Sunday, March 8, 2020, and we had no news channels, no phone service and of course there was that invisible passenger call COVID-19 prowling about in the midst of us. All we knew was the world was changing, and we wanted to Go Back! I have never had more appreciation for the word “back.”

With this being said, We Are Thankfully Back!

After two months, our magazine is now back in print. Not that we were gone. We maintained our website, digital magazine and social media presence. To support our clients, we published and promoted digital content for them absolutely free ... to show our thanks for their loyalty to us. Besides the two digital issues, we published more than 40 articles to our website and 100 plus social media posts in that time.

We are truly blessed to have our advertisers’ support and our readers’ support the past 29 years and we look forward to serving Lee County families for at least 29 more years.

As Florida reopens, Family News will be there for you.

We are back.

Kathy

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onlinefreebiesprojectsprograms Publisher’s top picks

Summer Reading Program The Lee County Library System will present the 2020 Summer Reading Program for all ages, with a completely online program that encourages participants to explore their imagination through reading and learning adventures. The program incorporates a variety of educational activities and reading challenges, many of which can be completed offline and screen-free. Participants earn points and unlock games and badges as they progress through the program, with numerous chances to earn great prizes along the way. Kids are also encouraged to watch weekly online storytimes provided on the Library’s YouTube channel and to register for free, online programs offered throughout the summer. www.leelibrary.net/summer

Crayola At Home Creative Hub

NBC NIGHTLY NEWS: KIDS EDITION

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, parents across the country are juggling it all while attempting to maintain routine and normalcy. NBC NIGHTLY NEWS: KIDS EDITION is a digest of the top headlines, broken down for kids to best understand the world today. www.nbcnews.com/nightlykids 6 - June 2020

Crayola is offering a new “At-Home Creative Hub” to give families access to educational crafting.

Find creative things to do at home, including fun activities for kids like DIY crafts, free coloring pages & learning. Wondering what to do when bored at home? www.crayola.com/athome Family News

Storyline Online

Storyline Online, streams videos featuring celebrated actors reading children’s books alongside creatively produced illustrations. Readers include Oprah Winfrey, Kristen Bell, Kevin Costner, Betty White and dozens more. Storyline Online is available 24 hours a day for children, parents and educators worldwide. Each book includes supplemental curriculum developed by a credentialed elementary educator.

www.storylineonline.net

Storytime From Space Watch astronauts on the Space Station read children’s books and perform science demonstrations! Story Time From Space offers a delightful combination of science, literacy, and entertainment through its library of free, family-friendly videos.

Baby Rhyme Time with Ms. Chrissie

Both within and outside the classroom, kids and families can enjoy watching and reading along with the British, French, Japanese, and American astronauts who present these stories. Thirteen children’s books have flown to the Space Station so far.

Join Ms. Chrissie for a special Stay at Home Baby Rhyme Time! For babies up to 18 months. During this special storytime, you and your baby will learn new nursery rhymes and fingerplays, interact with puppets, sing, read books and dance.

www.leegov.com/library

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June 2020 - 7

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Fancy Smoothie With Pink Popcorn Fun Smoothie:

8 strawberries 2 oz coconut cream 5 oz pineapple juice 1 cup crushed ice Whipped Cream

Blend all the ingredients in a blender at high speed. Top with whipped cream and popcorn

Pink Popcorn:

1 bag popcorn 1 cup white chocolate chips 1 tbsp butter

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June 2020 - 9

TrendingBookstoGoogle Publisher’s top picks

Wild Symphony

Travel through the trees and across the seas with Maestro Mouse and his musical friends! Young readers will meet a big blue whale and speedy cheetahs, tiny beetles and graceful swans. Each has a special secret to share. Along the way, you might spot the surprises Maestro Mouse has left for you - a hiding buzzy bee, jumbled letters that spell out clues, and even a coded message to solve!

Cat Has A Plan

Cat has a plan. Dog has a plan. May the best plan win in this Ready-to-Go book! Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Cat Has a Plan was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading!

The Serious Goose

Petra

The humorous adventures of an irresistible little rock who finds herself in constantly changing circumstances, Petra is a picture book that celebrates the power of perspective and believing in yourself.

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Written, illustrated, and lettered

by Jimmy Kimmel, this picture book challenges young readers to bring the silly out of a very Serious Goose. Inspired by Jimmy's nickname for his kids, The Serious Goose reminds us to be silly in a serious way. Challenge your little comedians to make this no-nonsense goose smile.

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GIDGETS, GADGETS AND GIZMOS!!

1000 Piece Puzzles Mystery Puzzle...Read the story, do the puzzle for clues, solve the mystery!

Also, Puzzles made in the USA! fine toys

Cheshire Cat Fine Toy Shop Bell Tower Shops, 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers

239-482-8697

Make real ice cream in 10 minutes with the 2 in 1 Ice Cream Maker. Includes: ice cream unit, sundae dish, measuring spoon, cone, ice cream bar mold and 3 flavor packs.

Cra-Z-Art The Real Ice Cream Maker www.amazon.com

$56

Foodie Roos have all your daily servings of cuteness, cuddleness, and sweetness! Set includes one Foodie Roo plush, a collector's sheet, a bonus sticker, and a room set for your Foodie Roo! Collect all 20!

Foodie Roos Plush Toy www.Claires.com

$32.95

Crazy Aaron's new SCENT-sory Putty invokes a total sensory experience like no other, in 6 unique colors and scents.

Crazy Aaron's Scentsory Putty www.got-specialkids.com $4.98

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BriteBrush is the smart toothbrush that makes it fun to brush right! Voice, Music & Sounds: Friendly voice and engaging lights & audio encourage kids to brush longer and reward proper brushing technique!

BriteBrush

www.walmart.com

$20+

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Each package contains a fortune cookie shaped bracelet holder with a surprise Lucky Fortune charm bracelet and matching paper fortune inside. Crack it open to see what the future has in store for you!

With Lucky Fortune, there are 4 levels of rarity: Lucky, Very Lucky, Very Very Lucky and Ultra Lucky!

Lucky Fortune Blind Collectible Bracelets www.walmart.com

$10.95

Monji is the cutest little collectible monster around, but before you can meet this stylish little figure you need to get through some fun feels! Monji is hiding inside a popsicle! Slice, grate and peel your way through the smooth, cold, and wet popsicle until you find Monji!

I Dig Monsters

www.toywiz.com

$11.99

This banana protector can protect your banana from bruising. There are many small vents on the two sides which can keep your bananas fresh, you also can hang it with the hole. No need to worry about banana getting smashed in bag, lunch box

Banana Protector

www.walmart.com $9.39

The new collectible with all the feels! Each GIFbit brings to life the fun and humor of GIFs you know from the internet to share with your friends I.R.L – simply activate by pushing, pulling, turning or twisting your GIFbit to discover it’s surprise movement and unique message.

OH! MY GIF

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www.moosetoys.com

$9.99

June 2020 - 13

Summer Fun CAMPS & Activities In Person

and Virtual

14 - June 2020

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School of Rock Fort Myers

All Aboard Preschool

All Aboard Preschool has open enrollment for all ages 4 weeks through 12 years old. We are a certified VPK Provider and our scores show it! We offer a full curriculum that provides the finest early learning experience for all age children. We also offer before and after school and holiday camps for school age children.

1918 SE Santa Barbara Place, Cape Coral 239-574-5220 www.allaboardonline.com

Alliance for the Arts

Online classes, in-person camps 10091 McGregor Blvd. Fort Myers 239-939-2787 www.artinlee.org

Bobbie Noonan Childcare 8560 Crystal Ct., Fort Myers 239-939-2255 www.bobbienoonans.com Family News

Brown Academy - Gateway

Brown Academy offers a new adventure each and every day for children ages 2 to 10!

Exciting activities include arts and crafts, sing-a-longs, sports, cooking activities and picnics.

Each week your child will participate in an in-house field trip enjoying special events such as puppet shows, magic shows, wild life exhibits, bounce houses and pony rides.

As part of our commitment in keeping your child safe, every day the children will have a scheduled time in the pool for water safety instruction. For children ages 11 to 15, we offer a special Counselor in Training Program.

12211 Towne Lake Dr., Fort Myers 239-332-1900 www.brownacademy.net

Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium 3450 Ortiz Ave., Fort Myers 239-275-3435 www.calusanature.org

June 2020 - 15

SummerCamps&Activities

Camp Neptune

June 8 - July 31 Yacht Club Community Pool, 5819 Driftwood Parkway, Cape Coral 239-574-0806 www.capeparks.com

Cape Coral Art Center

Fine Arts for Kids Camp June 15 - July 31 Kids will experience creative processes and learn new techniques for fine arts and fine crafts. Each week is dedicated to a unique theme with artist study and special techniques. 7 - 13 year olds 4533 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral 239-574-0802 www.CapeParks.com

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Cape Coral Parks & Rec CAMPtacular June 15 - July 31 Wm. Austen Youth Center, 315 SW 2nd Ave., 239-242-3950 Four Freedoms Park, 4818 Tarpon Ct., 239-574-0804 Lake Kennedy Center, 400 Santa Barbara Blvd., 239-574-0575 Tony Rotino Center, 5817 Driftwood Parkway, 239-574-0807 www.CapeParks.com

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs 239-495-8989 www.artcenterbonita.org

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Coast Elite Gymnastics Academy

Summer Camp runs June 1 – Aug. 7 for ages 5 and up!

Programs for all ages. Check out the fun at Coast Elite Gymnastics Academy during our 10 fun themed weeks, including ninja week, space week, superhero week, and more! Join us this summer for an action-packed good time! Trampoline, movies, crafts, gymnastics, bounce house and more! We have weekly, and daily programs available. Other programs featured this month are back handspring bootcamp, classes and teams for all ages, birthday parties, and new parent and child classes for 2 & under!

6360 Arc Way, Fort Myers 239-936-8467 www.coastelite.com

Creative World School

19671 Cypress View Drive, Fort Myers 239-415-7845 11961 Fairway Lakes Drive, Fort Myers 239-208-8842 www.creativeworldcamp.com

Curtain Call Studios

15250 S. Tamiami Trail #119 - 20, Fort Myers 239-208-9138 www.curtaincallstudios.com

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Cultural Park Theater

June 8 - Aug. 7 ages 7 to 15 Join us at for a fun-filled summer theater camp for campers to gain hands-on experience in musical theater, acting, dance, voice and technical production. Each session culminates with a live performance on stage. Twoweek sessions (only $285 each) are Annie Jr. June 8 19, Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. June 22 - July 3 and Matilda Jr. July 6 - 17. Cultural Park is taking every precaution to help campers maintain social distance. Class size is limited to 25 students, campers temperatures will be checked daily, staff and counselors will wear masks, campers and parents dropping off children are requested to wear masks, campers will be broken down into three groups - “The Littles” ages 7 to 9, “The Not so Littles” ages 10 to 12 and “The Teens” ages 13 to 15. We divided the theater into three class rooms. Campers will be eating snacks and lunch in their classroom instead of with the whole camp. No fast food lunches. Campers may not leave for lunch.

528 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral 239-772-5862 www.culturalparktheater.com

June 2020 - 17

SummerCamps&Activities

The Dance Warehouse

Already thinking about your summer? Us too! Join us and our amazing staff and guest faculty of The Dance Warehouse, right here in Fort Myers in our beautiful new facility! We pride ourselves on providing excellence in Dance Education and fun! So whether you are a seasoned student or a newcomer, there's something for you at our studio this summer! For the best summer yet, we have our Day Camp, Intensives (featuring guest teachers Aubrey Cheek, Desiree Robbins, Edwin Navarro, and more!), Camps, and Evening Classes throughout the summer months.

Whatever you're looking for, The Dance Warehouse is your one stop studio for all your summer training or fun. (Limited space!

Specials are in place, so sign up now and take advantage of those discounts offered for early registration!) Give us a call for more information or drop by the studio. See you soon.

10650 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers 239-275-5678 www.thedancewarehouse.org 18 - June 2020

Eco-Adventure Nature Camp

June 8 - July 31 Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Road, Cape Coral 239-549-4606 www.CapeParks.com

Edison and Ford Estates 2350 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers 239-334-7419 www.edisonford.org

Fishing Camp

June 8 - 12 Yacht Club, 5819 Driftwood Parkway, Cape Coral 239-574-0806 www.capeparks.com

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Florida Repertory Theatre Virtual Camps 2268 Bay Street, Fort Myers 239-219-1551 www.FloridaRepEducation.org

Fort Myers Skatium

2250 Broadway, Fort Myers 239-321-7509 www.cityftmyers.com/1402/skatium

Fort Myers Tennis 239-653-7773 www.fortmyerstennis.com

G-Force Dance

1400 Colonial Blvd, Suites 14 and 74, Fort Myers 239-288-6188 www.g-forcedance.com

Gold Fish Swim School

www.goldfishswimschool.com/bonita-springs

To keep kids safe and follow health guidelines, spaces are limited in many camps, and schedules may change as social conditions change.

Out of My Hands

Juggling and Magic Show

High Energy • Interactive • Musical

Light Effects

239.560.1671

SPECIAL RATE FOR SUMMERS

www.outofmyhands2.com

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Growing Room Child Development Center

When your kids think of awesome, they will think of Growing Room’s Summer Camp! Movies, Skating, Jumping Jacks, Naples Zoo, Sky Zone, Broadway Palm Theater, trips to Lakes Park and Estero Park and more! In addition, they will get to swim in the pool each week! This will be a summer your child will never forget! Tuition includes breakfast, lunch and one snack, field trips, arts & crafts, music, and games. 2020 Summer Camp dates are June 8 - Aug 6. Register now.

Space is limited.

25151 Bernwood Drive, Bonita Springs 239-495-0045 8950 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers 239-466-6646 www.growingroomchilddevelopment.com

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Gulf Coast Music School Summer String Camp

July 6 - 10 4 year old beginners to advanced high school and adults Violin, viola and cello students learn folk, classical and world music from accomplished local musicians and musicians from outside Southwest Florida. Our classes include music history, music theory, learning new songs, technique, rhythm, voice, working in ensembles, music and movement, and daily enrichment classes. Our students learn so much and have lots of fun during camp!

We also offer an introduction to violin/cello class each morning of camp 9 - 10 a.m. for new beginners ages 4 and up.

13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers 239-590-0059 www.gulfcoastmusic.org

June 2020 - 21

SummerCamps&Activities Junior Tennis

Lee County Parks & Recreation

IMAG History & Science Center

Kick’s School of Dance

Music Foundation of Southwest Florida Virtual Arts Camps

Junior Lifeguard

Kid's World Preschool

Hertz Arena Recreational Rinks

Hertz Arena 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero 239-948-7825 www.skateeverblades.com

2000 Cranford Ave., Fort Myers 239-243-0043 www.theIMAG.org

June 8 - July 16 Cape Coral Yacht Club Pool, 5819 Driftwood Parkway 239-574-0806 www.capeparks.com

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June 9 - Aug. 6 Cape Coral Yacht Club Tennis, 5819 Driftwood Parkway 239-574-0808 www.capeparks.com

8750 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers 239-217-4917 www.KicksSchoolofDance.net

1126 NE 16th Terrace, Cape Coral 239-573-7233 www.kidsworldpreschool.com

June 15 - July 31 Various locations www.leegov.com/parks/programs/summer

Students in grade 4 and higher Week-long online Arts Camps: June 22 - 26, $70 ($20 deposit and many $50 scholarships available!) Camps include Drama, Visual Arts, Guitar and Musical Theater Private online Music Lessons: one 30 minute lesson per week for four weeks, $120 ($20 deposit and many $100 scholarships available!) Lessons include all band and orchestra instruments as well as voice, guitar and piano.

239-275-0057 www.music-foundation.org

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Out of My Hands Juggling & Illusions

Blending choreographed juggling with illusions, Out of My Hands delivers a high-energy show that is innovative and interactive. Cutting-edge light & laser effects will amaze & delight all ages. It’s kinetic artistry! Music! Magic! Memories! Creating the WOW factor from beginning to end!

239-560-1671 www.outofmyhands2.com

Rock 101 Camps

June 22 – 26 and July 13 – 17 Want to play in a band on stage? Our Rock 101 camp is designed for beginners 7 - 12 years of age. No experience necessary! Students will explore their instruments through musical games and activities. Our nurturing environment makes this a perfect camp for budding musicians. Students will work on songs Monday through Friday 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and camp will culminate in a concert at the end of the week for family and friends.

School of Rock Fort Myers 6900 Daniels Parkway, suite C-15 239-932-7625 www.fortmyers.schoolofrock.com

Rock Performance Camp - The Beatles

July 20 – 24 The Beatles are undoubtedly one of the most important rock ‘n’ roll bands of alltime and their songs have greatly influenced the direction of modern music.

Come celebrate the best songs from their vast collection of hits and Billboard-topping classics. Students will spend Monday through Friday 9:00 - 3:30 learning and practicing songs from The Beatles, all culminating in a live performance. Great for students 7-18 years of age who have had some previous instruction.

School of Rock Fort Myers 6900 Daniels Parkway, suite C-15 239-932-7625 www.fortmyers.schoolofrock.com Family News

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SummerCamps&Activities

Rock Performance Camp - Pop Punk

July 27 – 31 Starting in the early 90s, Pop Punk became a popular genre that dominated the radio. It’s produced bands like Green Day, Paramore, Blink 182, No Doubt, Offspring and many more who will be featured in this camp. Students will spend Monday through Friday 9:00 - 3:30 learning and practicing songs, all culminating in a live performance at the end of the week. Great for students 7-18 years of age who have had some previous instruction.

School of Rock Fort Myers 6900 Daniels Parkway, suite C-15, Fort Myers 239-932-7625 www.fortmyers.schoolofrock.com 24 - June 2020

Saddlewood Horse Club

We are Open! Longest running horse Camp in Cape Coral. CHA certified Riding Instructor, Staff Trained & Certified. Fun-filled days with English, Western, vaulting - gymnastic on horseback, games on horseback and foot, daily riding in our Covered Riding Arena, horsemanship, skill building, Game Day, and so much more. Take care of your horse for an amazing week! All camps are running from 9am-3pm with our traditional parent presentation on Friday with trophies! Before and after camp available (nominal fee). Fee $225 first week, $210 for each additional. Sibling discount available. $50 to reserve spot, Credit cards accepted.

Max 8 campers per week 16111 Saddlewood Lane, Cape Coral 239-738-9300 www.CapeHorses.com

School of Rock Rookies Camps

June 8 – 12 and June 15 – 19 No experience necessary! Ear training, song structure, rhythm patterns and group playing are all part of this week-long introduction to music. In this camp, students will learn about all the different rock instruments and begin their introduction to music theory and music appreciation. This summer camp is designed for 5 - 7 year old students who have little to no experience with music. This fiveday camp runs Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. with a performance at the end of the last day.

School of Rock Fort Myers 6900 Daniels Parkway, suite C-15, Fort Myers 239-932-7625 www.fortmyers.schoolofrock.com Family News

The Shell Factory & Nature Park

The Shell Factory & Nature Park remains the number-one family destination in SW Florida for education, entertainment and so much more. Discovering all there is to do in the on-site store is an exciting experience that people of all ages will enjoy.

This includes the largest Christmas house in the region, along with the newly renovated, state-of-the-art game room and Hunt Brothers Pizza. With over 400 animals, including those on a petting farm and part of the “Close Encounters” exhibit, The Nature Park provides an upclose-and-personal experience with a wide variety of birds, reptiles and mammals.

Grab a bite to eat at Capt’n Fishbone’s.

Dogbones Café is also dog-friendly. Stop by the new Scallywags Fun Park and hop on the Soaring Eagle Zip Line for the ride of your life, play a relaxing game of Scallywags Mini Golf, ride the carousel or cruise around on the bumper boats.

2787 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers 239-995-2141 www.shellfactory.com

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Skyzone

Elevate your summer at Sky Zone with SkyCamp! Kids have fun while staying active, with counselor-led activities like Dodgeball, SkySlam, our New Warrior Course, crafts and science experiments. With different themes each week, your kids will never be bored! It's easy and hassle-free for parents: Drop 'em off and we'll make sure they have the best experience ever.

Full and half day options. Sibling discounts available. We are following CDC, local, and state health department guidelines and have reinforced our health and cleanliness measures to ensure our campers are having a fun, healthy and safe experience.

14181 S. Tamiami Trail, #140, Fort Myers 239-313-5448 www.skyzone.com/fortmyers

Skate Park Camp

June 15 - July 31 Eagles Skate Park, 315 SW 2nd Ave., Cape Coral 239-574-0490 www.capeparks.com

Southern Starz

June 1 - Aug. 7 for ages 5 - 15 Daily and weekly rates available Gymnastics - Games - Open Gym Flip into Southern Starz Gymnastics for summer camp. We will be offering Summer Camp for boys and girls. The day will start with gymnastics, trampoline time, bars and ropes, and the rock wall, after lunch its games, arts and crafts, and open gym.

We open at 7:30 a.m. and offer extended care until 6 p.m. daily and weekly rates as well as sibling discounts are available. Call our office to reserve your spot today 915 SE 14th Place, Cape Coral 239-574-0034 www.southernstarzgymnastics.org

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SummerCamps&Activities

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SPINZ Skating & Entertainment

2095 Andrea Lane, Fort Myers 239-482-7789 www.spinzskates.com

STARS Summer Camp June 8 - July 31 2980 Edison Ave., Fort Myers 239-321-7545 www.cityftmyers.com

STEM Camps at Home

Sylvan Learning 239-237-0846 www.sylvanlearning.com

Swimtastic

239-471-3035 www.swimtastic.com/location/fortmyers

Unitarian School of Wizardry Virtual Camp

Unitarian Universalist Church 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers 239-464-1333 www.UUCFMwizardcamp.webs.com To keep kids safe and follow health guidelines, spaces are limited in many camps, and schedules may change as social conditions change.

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June 2020 - 27

SummerCamps&Activities Usa Taekwondo Center

May 28 until schools open Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4 pm, $145 a week or 7:30 am - 6 pm, $165 a week.

Our Taekwondo Summer Camp offers martial arts instruction combined with all the exciting activities of a traditional Summer Camp. It includes constructive games, arts and crafts, kid's movies and Taekwondo training. Your child will have a blast at our Summer Camp while learning skills that will last a life time. Enroll today for a summer of Taekwondo! Space is limited to a very few students.

6251 Commerce Park Drive, Fort Myers 239-561-9470 www.UsaTaekwondoCenter.com

28 - June 2020

Wellington Academy

Fort Myers - 239-275-8818 South Cape Coral - 239-549-8818 North Cape Coral – 239-574-8818 www.wellingtonacademyschools.com

YMCA

239-221-7560 in Bonita Springs 239-275-9622 in Fort Myers www.swflymca.org

Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center Zion Lutheran Church 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, 239-481-4040 ext. 208 www.zionfm.org

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To keep kids safe and follow health guidelines, spaces are limited in many camps, and schedules may change as social conditions change.

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June 2020 - 29

Arts&Entertainment

Family movies on digital Trolls: World Tour

The Call of the Wild

In Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, the lovable rogue is back. Bea, Thomas, and the rabbits have created a makeshift family, but despite his best efforts, Peter can’t seem to shake his mischievous reputation. Adventuring out of the garden, Peter finds himself in a world where his mischief is appreciated, but when his family risks everything to come looking for him, Peter must figure out what kind of bunny he wants to be. rated PG

Buck is a big-hearted dog whose blissful domestic life gets turned upside down when he is suddenly uprooted from his California home and transplanted to the exotic wilds of the Alaskan Yukon in the 1890s. As the newest rookie on a mail-delivery dog sled team, Buck experiences the adventure of a lifetime as he ultimately finds his true place in the world. rated PG

Dolittle

SCOOB!

After losing his wife seven years earlier, the eccentric Dr. John Dolittle (Robert Downey Jr.), famed doctor and veterinarian of Queen Victoria’s England, hermits himself away behind the high walls of Dolittle Manor with only his menagerie of exotic animals for company. But when the young queen (Jessie Buckley, Wild Rose) falls gravely ill, a reluctant Dolittle is forced to set sail on an epic adventure to a mythical island in search of a cure, regaining his wit and courage as he crosses old adversaries and discovers wondrous creatures. rated PG

SCOOB! reveals how lifelong friends Scooby and Shaggy first met and how they joined with young detectives Fred, Velma and Daphne to form the famous Mystery Inc. Now, with hundreds of cases solved and adventures shared, Scooby and the gang face their biggest, most challenging mystery ever: a plot to unleash the ghost dog Cerberus upon the world. As they race to stop this global “dogpocalypse,” the gang discovers that Scooby has a secret legacy and an epic destiny greater than anyone imagined. rated PG

Onward

Two teenage elf brothers, Ian and Barley Lightfoot, go on an journey to discover if there is still a little magic left out there in order to spend one last day with their father, who died when they were too young to remember him. Features the voices of Chris Pratt, Tom Holland, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Octavia Spencer. Pixar Animation Studios’ all-new original feature film is directed by Dan Scanlon and produced by Kori Rae—the team behind Monsters University. rated PG 30 - June 2020

Sonic The Hedgehog

Based on the global blockbuster videogame franchise from Sega, Sonic the Hedgehog tells the story of the world’s speediest hedgehog as he embraces his new home on Earth. In this live-action adventure comedy, Sonic and his new best friend Tom (James Marsden) team up to defend the planet from the evil genius Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey) and his plans for world domination. The family-friendly film also stars Tika Sumpter and Ben Schwartz as the voice of Sonic. rated PG Family News

Legoland Florida reopens June 1

Legoland Florida Resort will officially reopen on June 1. The resort’s extensive plan of enhanced health and safety measures have been endorsed by the Polk County Commission and Winter Haven Mayor Bradley T. Dantzler and now fully comply with Gov. DeSantis’ Executive Order 2020123.

As the health and safety of guests and employees at Legoland Florida Resort continues to be paramount, the plan includes reduced capacity, cashless payments, social distancing practices and enhanced cleaning regimes.

The plan has been developed with measures based on government advice and the requirements of health authorities, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Guests are encouraged to download the Legoland mobile app, and review the website in advance of their arrival, for a full outline of the parks’ new arrival and attractions procedures, as well as details on the enhanced cleaning measures. Tickets and vacations should be booked in advance online, when possible.

Guests should be prepared to make on-

site payments using a credit or debit card as cash will no longer be accepted on property.

At the time of reopening, the park will operate at 50 percent of its capacity. If guests are arriving by car, they should expect to leave spaces in between vehicles and follow additional spacing instructions.

Every employee at Legoland will wear a facial covering, and the park will provide complimentary masks to encourage all guests, ages 3 and above, to do the same.

Guests can stay up-to-date, with operational changes, as well as health and safety enhancements online at www.legoland.com.

Universal Orlando Resorts phased reopening begins June 5 Universal Parks & Resorts has announced plans to begin a phased reopening of Universal Orlando Resort beginning June 5.

The reopening will be carefully managed and include a wide range of new and enhanced best-practice health, safety and hygiene procedures based on guidelines from the CDC and health officials.

Universal Orlando will move toward its phased reopening while continuing to monitor local conditions and work with health officials.

Universal Orlando has been closed since March 16. Universal CityWalk Orlando began reopening May 14 with new health, safety and hygiene procedures – giving Universal experience it will put into practice as it reopens its theme parks.

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Universal Orlando’s new procedures will cover three areas: screening, spacing and sanitization. Key measures will apply to both guests and team members: • Guests and team members are required to wear face coverings and observe social distancing guidelines • Theme park guests as well as all Universal team members are required to have temperature checks before coming on-site; those with temperatures of 100.4 or greater will not be allowed to enter The reopening will include Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay. For more details, visit www.universalorlando.com June 2020 - 31