Wednesday, October 24, 2012

October 29- November 4 in South Florida

The active month of October is coming to an end and I am shocked that we are beginning November, just does not seem possible.
Wednesday is pretty full of some great activities for Halloween/Fall- hopefully everyone has something to choose from.
If you have not visited a Pumpkin Patch yet, there is still time! Click HERE for my list of Pumpkin Patches in our South Florida area.
Have an incredible week and Happy Planning....

**Coming Up**
At Renaissance Charter at University
Broward County
8am-12pm
Cost: $1/Admission or 4 Cans of Food
Do you want to clear out your closets and make some extra cash? If so, become a consigner at our great event! Would you prefer to shop for amazing bargains, then join us and shop for a worthy cause.

Dade County
October 1-31, 2012
BOGO’s and more, Check out the sites for the special deals!
Here’s a list of Miami Attractions who are offering some great deals:

Monday, October 29

Dade County
10am-5pm
Cost: $34.95/Adults, $5/Children 3-10 WITH full-paying adult.
Info: 305-400-7000
Trick-or-Treat through the Jungle to themed animal shows and enjoy a costume contest and other contests, face painting, creepy cookie decorating and crafts.

Cool de Sac Story Time
At Sunset Place Location
Dade County
10:30-11:30am
Cost: $13.50/Age 3-12, $6.50/Under 3
Info: 786-463-4401
Every Monday come and hear the most exciting stories with us both in English AND Spanish.

Broward County
5:30-9:30pm
Hollywood ArtsPark at Young Circle
954-921-3500
Up to 20 different food trucks will be peddling their culinary creations that will satisfy and appetite. There will also be music and kids activities.

3-4pm
Cost: $4/pp- Reservations Requested
Info: 954-340-5000
Special “FunDay” at our 3rd Annual Pumpkin Painting Party!

Tuesday, October 30

Dade County
Featuring: The Big Wedding
1pm
Cost: $9, Kids under 3 are FREE
Age: 0-5
Info: 305-674-6766

Halloween Hoopla at Tamarac Park
Broward County
6-8pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-597-3620
Enjoy this spooktacular event with carnival games and prizes, music, arts & crafts, bounce houses, face painting, costume contests, candy and more!

Wednesday, October 31

Palm Beach County
4-7pm
Cost: Advance Tickets: $15/per child, After Oct.20: $20/per child, Adults Free
Info: 561-832-8140 x221
Join us for a safe and cool, fun filled, indoor Halloween event that you and your child will love!

Broward County
6-8pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-346-9009
Everyone is welcome to have some FUN! Church members decorate their cars and the church provides candy to be handed out to guests in the community!

Dade County
October 26,27, 28, 31 from 12-10pm
Info: 305-361-5705
Trick or Treating at Sharky’s Sweet Tooth Stations, Little Monster Play area featuring slides, bounce houses & unlimited fun, Pirate Skeleton Walk throughout the park, Thrilling Halloween Themed Shows, Lolita’s Dance Party featuring live DJ and your favorite Miami Sea Aquarium characters, Monsters in the mangroves haunted walk. 

Music Together at Cool de Sac
Sunset & Dolphin Locations
Dade County
10:30-11:30am
Cost: $13.50/Ages 3-12, $6.50/Under 3
Info: 786-463-4401
Every Wednesday, make music at our music workshop. Come and join us for cookie decorating, arts & crafts, special projects or to enjoy your favorite play station.

Broward County
6-7:30pm
Cost: FREE (PreRegistration required)
Ages: 6-17
Info: 954-791-1037
Free art & craft projects every Wednesday until 05/29/2013. PreRegistration is required.

Broward County
10am-7pm
Cost: BOGO
At the Pembroke Pines and Sunrise locations on Wacky Wednesdays we give you BOGO- Buy One Admission and Get One FREE!

Broward County
10-11am
Cost: $8 PreRegistration Required
Ages: 3-5 with parent
Info: 954-752-9453
Every Wednesday, Hands-on adventures exploring the natural environment and the creatures that inhabit it.

At Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens
Dade County
9:30am-4:30pm
Cost: $25/Adults, $18/Seniors, $12/Children 6-17, Members and children 5 and under FREE. If you walk, ride your bike or take public transportation receive $5 off Adults and $2 off Children.
Info: 305-667-1651
Enjoy special activities for pups as you parade through the gardens. Please follow the link for details and rules regarding pets and their handlers.

6-8pm
Cost: FREE
Ages: 12 and under
Info: 305-665-6227
Ghouls and Goblins 12 and under are invited to attend the annual Trick-or-Treat in the Mall at participating stores. Join us in a safe well-lit environment and grab some goodies from the Mall. No toy weapons. Costumes should only be worn during event hours and masks are only allowed on children 12 years and younger.

At Miami Beach SoundScape ExoStage
Dade County
8pm
Cost: FREE
Featuring: Young Frankenstein
The free SoundScape Cinema Series is held every Wednesday through May 2013.

At North Shore Bandshell
Dade County
6-8pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-673-7000
Ghouls and Goblins are invited to have a safe night of Trick-or-Treating, music and fun.

Scott Rakow Youth Center
Dade County
6-8pm
Cost: $5/pp
Info: 305-673-7000
Children are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy a night of carnival games, arts & crafts and treats. Face painting and concessions also sold.

Broward County
All Day
954-340-5000
Cost: FREE every Wednesday.
Free every Wednesday.

Dade County
5-7pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-284-0900
Come enjoy “track” or treating in this safe and friendly atomosphere. The Pinecrest Parks & Rec Department, along with local businesses, will be passing out treats for everyone. All ghosts, goblins, witches and friends are invited. Children must be accompanied by an adult and bring their own candy collection bag.

At Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center
Broward County
6:30-11pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-921- 3412
This alternative Halloween event is geared towards bringing the community together for an evening of fun and games for the kids with bounce houses, face painting and music in a safe and positive environment.

Spookyville in Yesteryear Village
At The South Florida Fairgrounds
Palm Beach County
October 19: 5-8pm Ghost Day
October 20: 11am-6pm Pumpkin Day
October 21: 11am-6pm Costume Contests
October 26: 5-8pm Witches Day
October 27: 11am-6pm Scarecrow Day
October 28: 11am-6pm Costume Contests
October 31: 5-8pm Trick-or-Treat Special Day
Cost: $7- includes Trick-or-Treating everyday, all contests and activities (except pony rides). Parking is Free.
Info: 561-793-0333
Spookyville will take over Yesteryear Village. There will be costumed volunteers handing out treats, rides, scavenger hunts, pumpkin bowling and other games, arts & crafts, food & drink. On Sundays, children under 12 are invited to participate in a costume contest.

Broward County
6-9pm
Cost: $10/per child
Info: 954-476-3154
Activities include a haunted house, DJ Gil, costume contest, dance contest, an Awesome Acro/Gymnastics Show, open gym, zip line, bungee jumping, magic show, tattoos and candy. You may also purchase drinks, pizza, cookies and brownies.

Broward County
6-9pm       
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-457-1452
An annual event with a bounce house, costume parade and more!

Dade County
5:30-9:30pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-599-3000
A special celebration featuring fun and entertainment for the entire family. A wide variety of family-friendly activities will be offered for mall guests to enjoy. Children will be treated to a spectacular magic show, character sing-alongs, live music, fun games and more. Costumed guests can even trick-or-treat throughout the mall for delicious goodies. Kids wearing their best costumes can also participate in one of three contests for ages 3 and younger, ages 4-8, and ages 9-12.

Broward County
3-7pm
Cost: $15
Info: 954-380-8600
On Halloween, come by in your costumes and receive free treats from the sweet shop, unlimited attractions and game play- and half off  a large Halloween smiley pie pizza. On October 20, we are offering free treats. From October 20-30, $5 Spooky Special video game credit.

At Redeeming Word Christian Center
Broward County
6-10pm
Info: 561-704-1592
This multi-cultural provides a highly structured, well-monitored and safe environment. Last year, more than 3,000 attendees from the tri-county area benefited from educational messages, family activities, food, games, rides, live entertainment, and free candy giveaways.

Dolphin Mall and Sunset Locations
Dade County
4-8pm
Cost: $13.50/Ages 3-12, $6.50/Under 3, Teens & Parents Free
Info: 786-463-4401
We have prepared TONS of fun surprises! Ceramic Pumpkin Painting, Trick-or-Treating, Cookie Decorating, Music, and MUCH more!

at Loggerhead Marinelife Center
3:30-4pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-627-8280
This 30 minute program begins when Dr. Logger receives a role-played call on the radio from the beach about a sick and injured sea turtle, igniting immediate excitement in participants. The children come to the aid of a green sea turtle replica and Dr. Logger teaches the group about  common injuries and illnesses that affect these endangered animals. No pre-registration required. Sign-up begins at the facility 30 minutes prior to start, space is limited to accommodate up to 10 participants.

Palm Beach County
10:30-11am
Cost: FREE
Age: 4 and under
Info: 561-627-8280 x107
Ocean Inspired stories, music, crafts and other activities.

Palm Beach County
Ages 5-9 from 3-4pm
Ages 10-16 from 5-6pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-482-3412
Roots & Shoots is a free club for children and teens that focuses on local social service projects caring and concern for the environment, animals and the human community. Each meeting will include project and peace related activities, including art, journaling, music, and connections with real nature.

Thursday, November 1

Coles Bros Circus of The Stars in Boca Raton 
Palm Beach County
November 1-4
Thursday & Friday: 4:30pm & 7:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: 1:30pm, 4:30pm, 7:30pm
The World's Largest Circus Under The Big Top!

Dade County
November 1- January 6, 2013
5pm-12am
Cost: $18.69/Ages 3-9, $27.10/Ages 10-64, $18.69/Seniors 65+, Under 2 Free
Info: 305-559-9689
From traditional displays of Santa in his workshop to popular children’s characters and holiday scenes, there truly is something for everyone at this enchanting park.

7pm
Cost: FREE
Ages: Infants- 9 years
Info: 786-953-6417
Parents and kids can wear their pj's and hear stories, rhymes and songs. Bring a blanket or stuffed animal, and enjoy some milk and cookies.

Friday, November 2

ArtsPark Movie Night at ArtsPark at Young Circle
Broward County
8pm
Cost:FREE
Info: 954-924-2980
Featuring: The Muppets
Every Friday, a FREE family friendly flick will be shown each week. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair.

Coles Bros Circus of The Stars in Boca Raton 
Palm Beach County
November 1-4
Thursday & Friday: 4:30pm & 7:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: 1:30pm, 4:30pm, 7:30pm
The World's Largest Circus Under The Big Top!

Gold Coast Jazz: First Friday Jams at Artserve
Broward County
7:30-9:30pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-524-0805
Music students are invited to bring their instruments and join the pros of the Gold Coast Jazz Society for an old-fashioned jam session the first Friday of the month.

Family Hayride & Campfire
at Tradewinds Park
Broward County
7-9:30pm
Cost: $3.50/pp
Info: 954-357-8870
Experience some old-fashioned fun with a hayride throughout the park and a marshmallow s'mores roast around the campfire. Your admission price includes a bag of s'mores. Advance tickets required.

ArtsPark Movie Night
Broward County
Featuring: The Muppets
8pm
Cost: FREE
Movie night in it's ArtsPark! Free Family Friendly flicks under the stars every Friday at 8pm. Make it a date night for the whole family!

Amber Brown is Not A Crayon
at Miramar Cultural Center
Broward County
10am & 11:30am
Cost: $6
Info: 954-602-4500
Art Power's funny & forthright musical portrays a girl who learns some valuable lessons about the virtues of patience and the meaning of friendship.

Broward County
ArtsPark at Young Circle
Every Friday 5-9pm
Cost: FREE
The best free family social event in town featuring a bounce house, face painters and more!

Broward County
Every Friday & Saturday, 8pm
Cost: FREE
Featuring:
Get your groove on at ARTSPARK LIVE!, a FREE weekend concert series dedicated to showcasing South Florida's finest talent in the heart of Downtown Hollywood. Enjoy every musical style under the sun at the state-of-the-art ArtsPark Amphitheater at Young Circle. 

FREE Planetarium Star Show- 7:30pm
FREE Rooftop Observatory Viewing- 8:30-10pm
Kids Activity Room: 8-9pm
Cost: FREE Planetarium Star Show
         Laser Show Admission: $4/Child, $8/Adult
Info: 305-646-4200
Laser Shows: 8:00pm “Pop” (Family Laser Show)
                       9:00pm Pink Floyd: Wish You Were Here
                      10:00pm The Doors
                      11:00pm Jimi Hendrix
                      12:00am Pink Floyd: Dark Side of The Moon
Join us for an evening of laser lights, stars and more. Planetarium Star Show and Rooftop Observatory Viewing, and later in the evening check out our famous Laser Shows in the Planetarium. We have our Activity Room for kids- a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery for a few hands-on activities and  demonstrations for kids ages 3 and up.

Dade County
Movie will Begin at Sundown
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-673-7000
Featuring: Madagascar 3
Come and enjoy a movie under the stars at the new Bandshell at North Shore Park.

11:15am-12:15pm
Cost: FREE
Age: 1-3- Parents must be present
Info: 954-545-6670
Warm up exercises, ball playing, playground time, games. Walk in registration or online. No class if raining.

at Loggerhead Marinelife Center
3:30-4pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-627-8280
This 30 minute program begins when Dr. Logger receives a role-played call on the radio from the beach about a sick and injured sea turtle, igniting immediate excitement in participants. The children come to the aid of a green sea turtle replica and Dr. Logger teaches the group about  common injuries and illnesses that affect these endangered animals. No pre-registration required. Sign-up begins at the facility  30 minutes prior to start, space is limited to accommodate up to 10 participants.

Saturday, November 3

On the first weekend of every month, anyone with a Bank of America credit or debit card can get free admission to museums nationwide through the Museums on Us program. Local participants include the Miami Art MuseumMiami Children’s MuseumMiami Science MuseumMuseum of Contemporary ArtBass Museum of ArtFort Lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Sciencethe Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale.

Captain Bob Lewis Kids Fishing Challenge
at Tropical Park
Dade County
8am-12:30pm
Cost: FREE
Ages: 3-14- Register ONLINE
Info: 786-395-0395
The first 300 anglers will receive free rod and reel, event t-shirt, bait and tackle, lunch and a chance to win a trophy for the top angler in three divisions while learning the fundamentals of fishing in the park's lake teeming with several freshwater species- from bass or brim. There will be many demonstrations and presentations, surprises for the kids, there will also be games and activities for the kids to enjoy!

 Art-e-ology at The Boca Raton Museum of Art
Palm Beach County
1-2:30pm
Cost:$5/NonMembers, FREE for Members
Age: Grades 3-5
Info and Reservations: 561-392-2500 x106
Focus: Pre-Columbian, Clay Vessels
Once a month, children will learn about a master artist on exhibit at the Museum and have the opportunity to create a masterpiece in the style of the selected artist. Reservation Required.

Portfolio Class: Finger Print Portrait
at Bass Museum of Art
Dade County
November 3 & 4
12:30-1:30pm
Cost: $8/Adults, $6/Children
Age: 7+
Info: 305-673-7530
Perfect your art skills by working on a project with an art teacher. Call to preregister.

Coles Bros Circus of The Stars in Boca Raton 
Palm Beach County
November 1-4
Thursday & Friday: 4:30pm & 7:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: 1:30pm, 4:30pm, 7:30pm
The World's Largest Circus Under The Big Top!

Tri-Rail Fun Day
at Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport Station at Dania Beach
Broward County
11am-3pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 1-800-TRI-RAIL
Prizes and giveaways, face painting and clowns, cookie/cupcake decorating, Food Trucks, Live entertainment, carnival-style games, food sampling from Pollo Tropical, Miami Marlins interactive games, arts & crafts and MORE!

Moonlight Movie at The Weston Community Center
Broward County
Featuring: Alvin & The Chipmunks
7:30pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-389-4321
Brink blankets, snacks, and the whole family for an outdoor movie and fun!

at Loggerhead Marinelife Center
11am, 1pm, 2pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-627-8280
This 30 minute program begins when Dr. Logger receives a role-played call on the radio from the beach about a sick and injured sea turtle, igniting immediate excitement in participants. The children come to the aid of a green sea turtle replica and Dr. Logger teaches the group about  common injuries and illnesses that affect these endangered animals. No pre-registration required. Sign-up begins at the facility 30 minutes prior to start, space is limited to accommodate up to 10 participants.

at Pine Crest Gardens
Dade County
2-3:30pm
Cost: $5
Ages: 6-10
Info: 305-669-6990
“The Three Sisters”, legends of the Iroquois Nation: Corn, Beans, Squash, The First Thanksgiving.

11am-4pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-253-0063
FREE Museum Admission the first Saturday of every month. Activities and train rides extra.

Broward County
11am
Cost: FREE
Ages: 3-5
Info: 954-723-0489
You are invited to join us for story reading and coloring.

Broward County
At ArtsPark at Young Circle Artist Studio
4-5:30pm
Ages: 5-10
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-921-3500
A different interactive children's art activity each week in the Artist Studio.

Broward County
Every Friday & Saturday, 8pm
Cost: FREE
Featuring:
Get your groove on at ARTSPARK LIVE!, a FREE weekend concert series dedicated to showcasing South Florida's finest talent in the heart of Downtown Hollywood. Enjoy every musical style under the sun at the state-of-the-art ArtsPark Amphitheater at Young Circle. 

Broward County
11am & 1pm
Cost: $3-$15
Info: 954-462-0222
The “Guess How Much I Love You” and “I Love My Little Storybook” are a part of the Family Fun Series. You can enjoy the whole family fun series Nov. 3, 2012- May 4, 2013. Each show includes free pre-show arts and crafts provided by Young At Art Children’s Museum and face painting by Curly Sue and friends. Plus, complimentary post show snacks for the entire family from Whole Foods.

3-5pm
Cost: FREE
Ages: 0-9
Join the festivities at the Dolphin Mall every first Saturday in Ramblas Plaza (entry 3) as the Dolphin Mall Splasher's Kids Club presents an afternoon of fun for all featuring character appearance and a magician. There will be musical entertainment, face painting, giveaways and more.

9am-12pm
Cost: FREE
Ages: 5-12
This months project: 
Kids will learn to build their very own projects while learning tool safety.
Have fun, make friends and gain a sense of achievement and work ethic.

Palm Beach County
11am
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-347-3900
Stop by and hear some of our favorite science inspired stories.

Palm Beach County
3:30pm
 Cost: FREE
Info: 561-347-3900
Every Saturday & Sunday we have engaging explanations combined with audience participation that create an enjoyable learning experience for visitors. You can join the email list to learn more about programs and get the latest Explorium information at www.scienceexplorium.org
                                
Broward County
12-6pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-747-4600
Join us for the City’s 4th annual Cultural Festival. This family-friendly event celebrates, highlights, and unifies the diverse cultures that call Sunrise home. Enjoy multi-ethnic food, music, are and dance as well as children’s activities and retail vendors.

at Flamingo Gardens
Broward County
10am-12pm
Cost: $10/Members Parent/Child Pair, $25/NonMembers Parent/Child Pair, Additional Children: $5/Members, $10/NonMembers (Includes admission to Flamingo Gardens for the day)
Age: 6-10
Info: 954-473-2955
This month, ever wonder why a Flamingo is pink? Why do they have such skinny long legs? What do they eat? Come discover the answers and what makes Flamingos so special and funny! Program includes a behind the scenes look at our Flamingos, a Flamingo feeding, and educational crafts and activities.
Young Explores is for children who are interested in animals, nature and conservation. The first Saturday of the month the Young Explorers program focuses on a selected group of wildlife.

Sunday, November 4

Family Day at Museum of Contemporary Art
Dade County
1-4pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-893-6211
MOCA educators will offer inventive hands-on art activities for all! You are invited to "make and take" your creations. Pablo Cano will perform a special rendition of his latest production "The Toy Box", with marionettes and music! Also featured will be dance performances and young musicians.

Artful Adventure Sunday at Boca Raton Museum of Art
Palm Beach County
2-3pm
Cost: $8/Adults, Children FREE
Info: 561-392-2500
This studio class, led by seasoned art educators, draws inspiration from the museum's permanent collection. Families will create a tribal mask

Portfolio Class: Finger Print Portrait
at Bass Museum of Art
Dade County
November 3 & 4
12:30-1:30pm
Cost: $8/Adults, $6/Children
Age: 7+
Info: 305-673-7530
Perfect your art skills by working on a project with an art teacher. Call to preregister.


Coles Bros Circus of The Stars in Boca Raton 
Palm Beach County
November 1-4
Thursday & Friday: 4:30pm & 7:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: 1:30pm, 4:30pm, 7:30pm
The World's Largest Circus Under The Big Top!

Harvest Drive Community Fun Day
Broward County
2-5:30pm
Cost: FREE with Non-Perishable Food Donations
Info: 954-389-4321
Face painting, bounce house and DJ fun by the bell tower to promote the drive for non-perishable food and toiletries for families in need.

Broward County
11am-2pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-828-5363
Featuring:
Fun for the entire family with food and five stages of musical entertainment along the Fort Lauderdale scenic Riverwalk. Held year-round on the first Saturday of the month.

Palm Beach County
11:30am
Cost: $5/per project
Info: 561-347-3900
Looking for a fun science project to take home? Drop in for a Make and Take; choose from binoculars, boomerangs, musical instruments and more.

Palm Beach County
3:30pm
Cost: FREE
 Info: 561-347-3900
Every Saturday & Sunday we have engaging explanations combined with audience participation that create an enjoyable learning experience for visitors. You can join the email list to learn more about programs and get the latest Explorium information at www.scienceexplorium.org

2-3pm
Cost: FREE with Admission
Info: 561-392-2500 x106
Featuring: Tribal Mask Making
Celebrate the visual arts at the Museum with this family program featuring art workshops that draw inspiration from the Museum's permanent collection into a studio class designed for everyone. Led by seasoned art educators, participants should get ready for creative family fun.


Other Ongoing Activities in South Florida:

South Florida Libraries
Check out the many programs that are offered at your local libraries- they always have FREE programs and activities for kids of every age. Click on the links below to check them out:




Dade County Libraries


I am always looking for every event/activity possible, if you have or no of a great family event going on in the South Florida Tri-County area, let me know so I can plug it in the appropriate week.
Always check details on each event/activity to be sure details have not changed. Life happens and I am known to make an occasional mistake.

Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for YOU declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not harm you, to give you hope and a future..”

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