Friday, January 4, 2013

January 7-13 in South Florida

January is in full swing and this week the kiddos are back in school- I will miss my girls, but I am so happy to have us all back on our predictable schedule and routine!
There's quite a bit of stuff going on this week, although Monday and Tuesday are pretty empty- great park and library days!
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Have an INCREDIBLE week and Happy Planning!


Monday, January 7, 2013


Great Park or Library Day!

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Broward County
5:30- 9:30pm
Cost: FREE, Food Truck costs vary.
Every Tuesday night we will have food trucks lining up at Plantation Heritage Park. Come enjoy gourmet food from a variety of popular food trucks. Bring the entire family because it is fun for all. We will have a DJ playing your favorite tunes, and the playground for the kids.

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Broward County
11am-1pm
Cost: FREE
Age:
Join us as we welcome 2013 with fun and great stories! We will be reading “Squirrel’s New Year’s Resolution” and “Sneezy the Snowman”. We will also decorate an winter scarf and create and play balloon ping pong, and then finish up with a snack.

Dade County
10am-12pm or 1-3pm
Cost: $12/Parent & Child, $6/each additional parent or child
Info: 305-361-5701 x526
Age: 2-5
Theme: Stunning Stingrays
This program is designed for children and their parents to bond through animal interactions, fun activities and silly crafts. Reservations are suggested.

Dade County
6:30- 9:30pm
Cost: FREE, Food Truck Costs Vary
Join us every Wednesday at the Pinecrest/Falls Food Truck Rally for great food and even a bit of shopping.

Palm Beach County
3-4pm/Ages 5-9, 5-6pm/Ages 10-16- Registration Required
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-482-3412
In conjunction with Jane Goodall’s worldwide kids’ activist group, children will create hands-on local service projects that show care and concern for the environment, animals and the human community. Each meeting includes a project and peace-related activities.

Palm Beach County
4:30pm
Cost: Regular Admission + $3 to join hunt.
Info: 561-204-4554
Join the Outback for a weekly scavenger hunt every Wednesday.

Thursday, January 10, 2013

Broward County
10-11am
Cost: $5/per child
Info: 954-357-5198
Age: 2-4- accompanied by adult
Join a park naturalist to learn about nature through stories, songs, crafts and more. PreRegistration required.

Dade County
January 10 - 13
4-6pm
Cost: FREE
Age: 8+
Info: 877-247-5223

Learn about our newest Girl of the Year! Your girl will on a fun-filled scavenger hunt, collecting fun facts about our Girl of the Year 2013 along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end.

 

Ringling Bros. & Barnum & Bailey Circus

At American Airlines Arena

Dade County

January 10-January 21

7p

Cost: Start at $16

Tickets: 800-745-3000

Info: 786-777-4386

Presenting “Dragons”- honoring Thy Year of the Dragon.


Palm Beach County
10:30am
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-655-2776
Age: 4 and Under
Stories, skating on “frozen ponds” and a snack creation. Be sure to bring your socks.

Friday, January 11, 2013

Broward County
7-9pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-480-4429
Featuring: Dolphin Tale
Bring blankets and lawn chairs to watch a movie under the stars. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

At The Broward Center
Broward County
10am & 11:30am
Cost: $6
Info: 954-462-0222
Ages: PreK- 2nd Grade
A little girl who can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her in the doctor’s office with  “Pinkitis”, an infection that turns her pink from head to toe. Each family fun series show includes free pre-show art activities and themed airbrush tattoos by Young at Art. Plus, complimentary post-show snacks for the entire family from Whole Foods.

Broward County
5-8pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-921-3500
Fridays, ring the kids for some wholesome outdoor fun featuring a bounce house, face painters and more!

at Quiet Waters Park
Broward County
7-9:30pm
Cost: $3.50/pp
Info: 954-357-5100
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. 

Broward County
Featuring: Kung Fu Panda 2- PG
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!

Broward County
At Miramar Cultural Center
January 11 at 10am & January 12 at 11:30am
Cost: $6
Info: 954-602-4500
This multi-media musical is based on Emmy winning author/composer Philip Pelletier’s musical storybook. When a saxophone-playing tadpole sets out alone to jam with the big frogs, he finds that making friends can be harder than making music.
Live story reading, projected animations, and live musical performances.


Dade County
7pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-673-7730
Featuring: Hugo
Enjoy a movie under the stars, don't forget chairs and blankets!

Dade County
January 11: 4-6pm
January 12: 2-4pm
January 13: 2-4pm
January 18: 2-4pm
Cost: FREE
Age: 8+
Info:  877-247-5223
Your girl can discover her creative side with our newest Girl of the Year! Join in the fun during this free event, where your girl can make crafts inspired by the stories of our newest contemporary character!

Dade County
January 10-13
12-4pm
Cost: FREE
Age: 8+
Info: 877-247-5223

Learn about our newest Girl of the Year! Your girl will on a fun-filled scavenger hunt, collecting fun facts about our Girl of the Year 2013 along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end.



Palm Beach County
10-11am
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-233-1757
Ages: 2-5
This program features veggie-themed interactive stories and songs, followed by an activity in the garden. Reservations required, children must be accompanied by an adult.

Palm Beach County
9-11am
Cost: $15/Member, $22/NonMember
Info: 561-544-8615 (Reservations and prepayment required at least 24 hours in advance)
Ages: 7-Adult One adult required per child)
Experienced canoers, learn about Florida’s rare mangrove ecosystem on a naturalist guided tour on the boardwalk at Rutherford Park, followed by a paddle through the mangrove trails and along the shoreline of the Intracoastal. You will be delighted as you explore this slice of wilderness within a city park. Experience is necessary, call for requirements.

Palm Beach County
9:30-10:15am
Cost: $15/per family *First Class is FREE*
Info: 561-482-3412- Registration Required
Ages: 5 and Under and their caregivers.
A fun-filled program to sing & dance with colorful silks, play percussion instruments from around the world, enjoy stories and more!

Palm Beach County
6-9pm
Cost: $11
Info: 561- 852-2150
Kick back and relax with family and friends while the kids enjoy a movie, popcorn and a meal.

Saturday, January 12, 2013

Broward, Dade, Palm Beach Counties
10-11am
Cost: FREE
Ages: 5 and up
Info: Find and call the Lowe’s nearest you.
Today’s Project: Mystery Kit
Build and Grow Clinics are FREE to the public and occur every other Saturday at 10am. Build a wooden project; receive a free apron, patches and more.

Broward County
2pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-340-5000
Gather around a table and color big size drawings together.

Broward County
3pm
Cost: $4/pp- Reservations Requested
Info: 354-340-5000
Ages: 3 and up
Featuring: Wrap It In Plaster
Bring the whole family out for fun activities and art that are age appropriate.



At: 290 NE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale
Broward County
10am-2pm
Cost: FREE
City of Fort Lauderdale and the Florida Department of Transportation present a pedestrian and bicycle safety celebration as a new bike lane will be unveiled that will allow for increased bicyclist awareness and safety. There will be fun family activities, Tri-Rail mascot “Conductor Green”, Sidewalk Chalk and Face Painting, Free bike safety inspections, bike rodeo games, fire truck and rescue vehicle demos, free giveaways, FOOD TRUCKS and more!

Broward County
5-10pm
Cost: $1.50/Park Entrance Fee for Adults and Children 6 and older. Food Truck Costs Vary
Join us for a night filled with picnic-style fun for all ages and the best of South Florida Food Trucks.
This park features a skate park, nature trails, basketball courts, softball fields, velodrome, playground. We will have our Kid’s Village that includes face painting, bounce house, giveaways, and a live DJ. Pets on a leash are welcome.

Broward County
7pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-345-2200
Featuring: The Odd Life of Timothy Green- PG
Come sit under the stars and enjoy a movie with your family and friends at this free event. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and coolers- you will be able to purchase refreshments.

Broward County
At Miramar Cultural Center
January 11 at 10am & January 12 at 11:30am
Cost: $6
Info: 954-602-4500
This multi-media musical is based on Emmy winning author/composer Philip Pelletier’s musical storybook. When a saxophone-playing tadpole sets out alone to jam with the big frogs, he finds that making friends can be harder than making music.
Live story reading, projected animations, and live musical performances.

Broward County
1:30pm & 3pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-389-4321
Adventure abounds in a puppet show about a lonely clown who builds his own dog.

At Broward Center for Performing Arts
Broward County
10am & 11:30am
Cost: $3 & $16
Info: 954-462-0222
Based on the wildly popular book series, Pinkalicious is a color treat for all! Enjoy the FULL Family Fun experience! Each show includes free pre-show art activities and themed airbrush “tattoos” by Young at Art Children’s Museum. Plus, complimentary post-show snacks for the entire family from Whole Foods.

Broward County
Featuring: Ice3 Age 4: Continental Drift
7:30pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-389-4321
Brink blankets, snacks, and the whole family for an outdoor movie and fun!

Rhythms of Africa Family Fest at The Arsht Center
Dade County
11:30am-1pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-949-6722
Many special performances interpreting the Rhythms of Africa/Music Around the World- a musical journey that describes the movement of ancient rhythms sprung from the souls of vibrant cultures and carried by hand and heart from Africa to the Caribbean and the Americas. Seasoned by time, cultivated and rooted by generations of pilgrims, these familiar rhythms thrill and invigorate contemporary audiences of all ages.

Dade County
12pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-375-1492
Age: TEENS
Teens are invited to explore "teen trends" from the past and present. Create a slap bracelet, check out fashion sketches by talented local artists and model fashion trends at the museum's photo station. Free Second Saturdays.

Dade County
January 12: 2-4pm
January 13: 2-4pm
January 18: 2-4pm
Cost: FREE
Age: 8+
Info:  877-247-5223
Your girl can discover her creative side with our newest Girl of the Year! Join in the fun during this free event, where your girl can make crafts inspired by the stories of our newest contemporary character!

Dade County
January 10 & 11 & 12 & 13
2-4pm
Cost: FREE
Age: 8+
Info: 877-247-5223

Learn about our newest Girl of the Year! Your girl will on a fun-filled scavenger hunt, collecting fun facts about our Girl of the Year 2013 along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end.


Dade County
1-4pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-375-4073
Every Second Saturday is FREE at Miami Art Museum. Features hands-on activities and a guided tour for families.

Dade County
9-11am
Cost: $6
Info: 305-373-5437
A monthly event for children with special needs and their families to explore the museum's multi sensory, interactive exhibits. The lighting and sounds will be modified, and "cool down" rooms will be available for children to relax in. There will also be special programming, such as yoga, art, music therapy and creative performing experiences. Guests will receive a museum map and illustrated storybook guide prior to their visit, therefor PreRegistration is required: sensorysaturday@miamichildrensmuseum.org .

The Children's Science Explorium at Sugar Sand Park

Palm Beach County
10:30am
Cost: $15/Pair and $5/Each Additional Family Member
Info:561-347-3900
Target Practice: It's time for target practice- families can use atlatls, catapults and sling shots to hit targets. January's family challenge is going to be great!

Palm Beach County
10:30-11:30am
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-655-2776
Designer of shell-adorned items, Robin Grubman, will teach students how to make shell valentines. Reservations are required. 

OOdles of Art at Schoolhouse Children's Museum

Palm Beach County
10:30-11:30am
Cost: $4/Children 1-17, $5/Adults
Info: 561-742-6780
Move beyond the crayon and finger paint! Little artisans will be introduced to various art mediums through fun and engaging methods. Using activities perfectly tailored to develop young minds, youngsters will craft and create using simplified forms of mosaic art, origami, clay sculpting, food art, printing, stamping and more!

Science Stories at Sugar Sand Park

Palm Beach County
11:30am
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-347-3900
Ages: 5+
Stop by to hear some of our favorite science inspired stories every Saturday!

Sunday, January 13, 2013

Broward County
11am-1pm
Cost:
Info: 9540703-1330
This South Florida Parenting Kids Fun Event, includes 2 hours of free play on the inflatables, as well as glitter tattoos, frog craft, balloon art, magic and music, and a special giveaway.

At Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
Dade County
11:00am & 1:00pm
Cost: $3 & $15
Info: 305-466-8002
Based on the wildly popular book series, Pinkalicious is a color treat for all! Enjoy the FULL Family Fun experience! Each show includes free pre-show art activities and themed airbrush “tattoos” by Young at Art Children’s Museum. Plus, complimentary post-show snacks for the entire family from Whole Foods.

Dade County
January 5: 12-4pm
January 6: 12-4pm
January 11: 4-6pm
January 12: 2-4pm
January 13: 2-4pm
January 18: 2-4pm
Cost: FREE
Age: 8+
Info:  877-247-5223
Your girl can discover her creative side with our newest Girl of the Year! Join in the fun during this free event, where your girl can make crafts inspired by the stories of our newest contemporary character!

Dade County
January 10 & 11 & 12 & 13
2-4pm
Cost: FREE
Age: 8+
Info: 877-247-5223

Learn about our newest Girl of the Year! Your girl will on a fun-filled scavenger hunt, collecting fun facts about our Girl of the Year 2013 along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end.


at City Place
Palm Beach County
1-4pm
Cost: FREE
Meet Sponge Bob, Princesses, Dora, SuperHeros and MORE! Dress up as your favorite character and enjoy bounce houses, face painting, games & activities. Play in the fantasyland and take pictures in the photo booth, live entertainment and MORE!

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:




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.


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. Email me at: hotmommasofbrowardcounty@gmail.com to post your next event.

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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