Sunday, February 24, 2013

February 25 - March 3 in South Florida....


Next week, March 4 - March 10, will be my last weekly post for "Hot Mommas of  Broward County" Blog. You can visit last weeks post HERE for the reasons why I have had to make this decision. I will post for Pumpkin Pathches (fall), Fireworks (July) and Decorated Christmas Homes as those are always extremely popular posts in "high demand". You can also join the "Hot Mommas of Broward County" Facebook Page where I, and others, will continue to post events in the Tri-County (Broward, Dade, Palm Beach) area.

Thanks for coming around each week, it has been a pleasure to help fill your families week(ends) with fun. Who knows, I may be back one day.........

Happy Planning....

Monday, February 25, 2013

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Broward County
5:30- 9:30pm
Cost: FREE, Food Truck costs vary.
Info: More Info
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, February 27, 2013

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

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

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, February 28, 2013

At Liberty Life Center (Behind Signature Grand)
Broward County
February 28: 9:30am- 8:30pm
March 1: 9:30am- 7:30pm
March 2: 8:30am- 3:30pm
Cost:
Info: 954-290-4285
Come shop at MAJOR discounted prices! Many wonderful children’s items for sale: toys, clothes, car seats, strollers, nursery furniture, pack & plays, décor, play kitchens, books, movies, games and MORE!

American Girl “Girls of the Year 2013” Scavenger Hunt
Dade County
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.


Friday, March 1, 2013

Broward County
5:30-8:30pmCost: FREE
Info: 954-424-0085
Free admission the first Friday of the month with activities for children.

At Liberty Life Center (Behind Signature Grand)
Broward County
February 28: 9:30am- 8:30pm
March 1: 9:30am- 7:30pm
March 2: 8:30am- 3:30pm
Cost:
Info: 954-290-4285
Come shop at MAJOR discounted prices! Many wonderful children’s items for sale: toys, clothes, car seats, strollers, nursery furniture, pack & plays, décor, play kitchens, books, movies, games and MORE!

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!

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.

Broward County
Featuring: Monsters Inc- G
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!

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

Dade County
Cost: FREE
Info: More Info
Enjoy a night under the stars watching a great movie. Bring your blankets and chairs.

Palm Beach County
11am
Cost: $12.50/per child
Info:561-630-3450
Age: Toddlers
Enjoy some time with your toddler being creative. Your toddler will paint a ceramic and enjoy a yummy snack time.

Saturday, March 2, 2013

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.

At Sunrise Civic Center Theatre
Broward County
2pm
Cost: $6/pp
Info: 954-747-4646
This well-know tale is presented with a Caribbean twist by the Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre. This delightful and interactive show features giant puppets, a glow-in-the-dark dino and plenty of music and dance.

Broward County
Every Saturday, 9-10:15pm
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. 

At Liberty Life Center (Behind Signature Grand)
Broward County
February 28: 9:30am- 8:30pm
March 1: 9:30am- 7:30pm
March 2: 8:30am- 3:30pm
Cost:
Info: 954-290-4285
Come shop at MAJOR discounted prices! Many wonderful children’s items for sale: toys, clothes, car seats, strollers, nursery furniture, pack & plays, décor, play kitchens, books, movies, games and MORE!

Broward County
7:30pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-74-4600
Featuring: The Lorax
Bring your lawn chairs and blanket and enjoy free popcorn while watching a movie under the stars!

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

Dade County
2-4pm
Cost: $12/Members, $18/NonMembers ($2 discount for each additional child in household)
Info: 305-893-6211
Age: 6-12
Feature: Painting like Laura Evans
Kids tour MOCA exhibitions and learn about the elements of art by painting, drawing and sculpting in the style of renowned artists. Parent and caregivers are encouraged to stay and create with their children.

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!

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, March 3, 2013

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.

Palm Beach County
1-2:30pm
Cost: $5/NonMembers, Free for Members
Ages: Grades 3-5- Reservation Required
Info: 561-392-2500 x106
Featuring: Celebrating Women Artists, Working With Watercolors
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.

Palm Beach County
2-3pm
Cost: FREE w/Admission
Info: 561-392-2500
Focus: Frand Stella, Color and Line
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!

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 every month. Choose from binoculars, boomerangs, musical instruments 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.


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..”

Sunday, February 17, 2013

February 18-24 in South Florida Tri-County Area

International Flirting Week

I began "Hot Mommas of Broward County" last year as a Full Time "Domestic Manager"- better known as "Stay at Home Mom" (that title does not do the job justice in my opinion). I was then Mom to a 4 and 6 year old and married to my wonderful husband of 7 years. We were new to the South Florida area and I was always in search of Fun, Cheap, Inventive, Original Events for our Family, and thus this Blog was formed in my many searches.

So much has changed since that time and those changes are forcing my to choose to discontinue writing for the Blog. I am now working Full-Time outside of my home and continue to work Full-Time in my home as a Domestic Manager. I am a bit of a perfectionist in my home and it is becoming more and more difficult to manage home, work and be the wife and mother I am called to be while also searching up to 300 sites a week to post events in the Tri-County Area. My oldest daughter has been diagnosed with some eye problems that can be corrected given the right amount of attention and treatment, this along with my other commitments to my family are a priority...as I am sure many of you other Moms out there understand.

It's with both regret and relief that I discontinue "Hot Mommas", but it is also absolutely necessary. I will continue to update the "Hot Momma's of Broward County" Facebook Page as I find great events worth sharing and I invite you to do the same. Please share with all of the Facebook Page Members any and all Family Centered Events and Activities in the Broward, Dade and Palm Beach Counties. 

I will continue to post through the month of February and beginning of March only the events/activities that I already have listed. Thanks for checking in each week and supporting this Blog.

Happy Planning......

Monday, February 18, 2013

Tuesday, February 19, 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.

In the South Banquet Hall
Broward County
9-11am
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-915-7503
Focus: Teaching, Training and Tears
Are you a mom in need of some inspiration and refreshment? No matter what season of motherhood you are in, you will be strengthened with wisdom from God’s Word, encouraged for other moms, and learn practical tips. Be blessed as you seek to honor God with this special calling on your life. “Her children rise up and call her Blessed..” Proverbs 31:28.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

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

Broward County
1-2pm
Cost: $15/per Pair
Info: 
Parents and their little ones can join us in the Ceramics Studio for this special day of clay play!

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

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, February 21, 2013

American Girl “Girls of the Year 2013” Scavenger Hunt
Dade County
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.


Friday, February 22, 2013

Broward County
7-8:30pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-757-4105
Featuring: Journey 2
There is no better place to be than your neighborhood park to see a great movie under the stars. Grab a picnic basket and blanket and enjoy the show! You bring the snacks, and we will bring the stars! Popcorn will be available at the event free of charge.

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 Easterlin Park
Broward County
7-9:30pm
Cost: $3.50/pp
Info: 954-357-5190
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: The Blind Side- 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!

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

Palm Beach County
6-10pm
Cost: $11.95/Adults, $8.95/Children 8-12
Info: 561-832-1988
Join us for a roaring good time at the Museum where you can touch a REAL 70 million-year-old dinosaur bone, dig for fossils in the dig pit, and crate T-Rex plaster fossil teeth!

Palm Beach County
11am
Cost: $12.50/per child
Info:561-630-3450
Age: Toddlers
Enjoy some time with your toddler being creative. Your toddler will paint a ceramic and enjoy a yummy snack time.

Palm Beach County
10:30-11:15am
Cost: $4/per child
Info: 561-629-8760
Age: 2-5
Focus: Alligators
Moms, introduce your little ones to Mother Nature! Come explore with us through books, activities, nature walks and crafts.

Saturday, February 23, 2013

Broward County
Every Saturday, 9-10:15pm
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. 

Lowe’s Build & Grow (any Lowe’s near you)
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:
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.

At Miniaci at NSU
Broward County
11am
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-262-5303
Developing tomorrow’s music professionals through mentoring and performance, while fostering community interest in the arts. Music for munchkins is a 30 minute concert, followed by a reception with juice and Munchkin donut holes.

11th Annual Butterfly Festival
At Sabal Pines Park
1-8pm
Cost: FREE
Info:
A perfect event for the family featuring: rides, butterfly kite flying, giveaways, tattoo and airbrush artists, police demos, live music, free hands on art experience exhibit, and evening concert featuring, Bed of Roses- a Bon Jovi Tribute Band- and Zambelli Fireworks!

Dade County
1-3pm- Lunch provided
Cost: FREE- limited to 30 children, PreRegistration Required
Age: Grades 3-6
Info: 305-646-4286
Focus: Problem Solving Out Of The Bag, Strawmendous, Introduce a Girl To Engineering
Tripod+ addresses the need for science-rich learning opportunities for children and their families, in particular families whose access to these types of resources may otherwise be severely constrained. The overall goal of Tripod+ is to provide out-of-school-time experiences and resources that will strengthen the role of parents and caregivers to support their children's science learning. 

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!

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!

At Daggerwing Nature Center
1-2pm
Cost: $3/pp
Info: 561-629-8760
Go on a family scavenger hunt to discover Daggerwing’s trees! Use clues as your guide to explore the trees found along the boardwalk and garden.

Sunday, February 24, 2013

At Colony Theatre, Miami Beach
Broward County
11am
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-262-5303
Developing tomorrow’s music professionals through mentoring and performance, while fostering community interest in the arts. Music for munchkins is a 30 minute concert, followed by a reception with juice and Munchkin donut holes.

Broward County
10am-1pm
Cost: $10/pp PreRegistration, $15/pp at gate
Info: 954-757-4113
Back by popular demand, the City of Parkland is proud to present Snowfest 2013! 20 tons of real snow, bounce houses, ice skating rink 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.

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..”

Friday, February 8, 2013

February 11- 17 in South Florida

Happy Valentines Week!!! There's so much stuff going on this week, I'm sure I missed some things- but I just ran out of time because there was quite a bit.

If  you have not take the time to become a Member of our Hot Momma's Facebook Page- take a minute and do so! Feel free to let everyone know of any great Family Friendly Activities/Events on the Facebook Page! I would also love for to join our group on this page by clicking in the column to the right.

I have listed a few things here that will be going on throughout the week/month.

Have a LOVING week and Happy Planning......


Strawberry Picking at Batten's Farm
Broward County
February 14- March 3
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 10am-6-m
Saturday, Sunday 9am-5pm
Cost: Free Admission, prices vary
Info: 954-990-7820
A favorite activity in my family is Picking Strawberries..I was thrilled to find Batten's Farm! It is that time of year for Strawberries! Petting Zoo, Children's Gardening Classes and cooking classes available. Picking hours are typically on the weekends from 11am- 3pm.

Valentine's Day Letter Writing Station at Pottery Barn Kids
Palm Beach and Dade Counties
February 9-14
During Regular Business Hours
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-694-1026 or 305-446-6511
Celebrate Valentine's Day! Come write a letter to a special friend or loved one. Pottery Barn will even mail it for you if you bring the address. A special table will be available for this activity during all business hours , up until 1 hour before closing.

Jungle Island: Buy a Day, Get this Year for FREE!
Dade County
February 1-28
Cost: $34.95/Adult, $24.95/Kids 3-10
Info: 305-400-7000
For Florida Residents: Come to Jungle Island, when you pay for one days admission, we will give you a FREE pass to come back throughout the year for FREE!

Dade County
January 26-March 3, 2013
Cost: Florida Residents can Purchase a Regular One Day Admission and We Will Give You a FREE 2013 Annual Pass!
Info: 305-361-5705
Come back as often as you like and it's always free. All the great shows, great events, awesome holidays..all FREE for Florida Residents when you Purchase a Regular One Day Admission and You Will Receive a FREE 2013 Annual Pass! One day ticket must be purchased onsite.
Monday, February 11, 2013

Family Craft at Michaels: Painted Heart Frame
Various Locations- Call the store nearest you
5- 7pm
Cost: FREE
Info: Click HERE for More Info
Try your hand at making a sweet painted Heart Frame.
February 11

Arts & Crafts Night at Franklin Park
Broward County
2501 Franklin Drive, Fort Lauderdale
5:30- 7pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 954-791-1037
There will be art and craft projects for ALL ages!

Preschool Story Time at The Society of the Four Arts
Palm Beach County
10:30am
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-655-2776
Age: 4 and Under
February 11, Make A Friend Day
Bring the children for stories and arts & crafts relating to Mardi Gras. Cake will be served.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013


Family Craft at Michaels: Painted Heart Frame
Various Locations- Call the store nearest you
5- 7pm
Cost: FREE
Info: Click HERE for More Info
Practice the art of paper folding with this fun art project.

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.

New Orleans Mardi Gras at Miami Children's Museum
Dade County
11am- 3pm
Cost: $12/Adults, Kids Under 1 Free
Info: 305-373-5437
February 11, National Inventor's Day
Join us on Fat Tuesday to make special Mardi Gras masks in our art studio. We will also be giving away beads!

at Willow Theater at Sugar Sand Park
Palm Beach County
1:00pm
Cost: $7/PP and $5/PP for groups of 5 or More
Info: 561-347-3648
Join Gloria Rosthstein, author of Sheep Asleep, From Soup to Nuts and Curious George animated cartoons, for an afternoon of storytelling. Let her take you into the world of popular kid's books, memorable characters, and the stories behind the stories.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

February 11, White Shirt Day
Westfield Family Fun Days at Broward Mall
Broward County
11am- 1pm
Cost: FREE
Info: Click HERE for More Info
Share the love in February as we celbrate Valentine's Day! Our first book is "Plant a Kiss" by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Kids will decorate their own mailbox that's perfect for storing their Valentine's Day Cards!

Broward County
All Day
954-340-5000
Cost: FREE every Wednesday.
Free every Wednesday.
February 12, National Lost Penny Day

Mommy & Me Pottery Wheel & Clay Play
Broward County
1-2pm
Cost: $15/per Pair
Info: 
Parents and their little ones can join us in the Ceramics Studio for this special day of clay play!

SoundScape Cinema Series at the ExoStage
at New World Center Park
Dade County
8pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-673-7577
Featuring: The Help
Enjoy a movie under the stars.
February 12, Happy Birthday, Abe!

Pinecrest/Falls Food Truck Rally
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.

Valentine's Princess Tea Party at Joey's Outback Adventure
Palm Beach County
4:30pm
Cost: $14.95/Children 1-12, $10.95/Adults
Info: 561-204-4554
Come dressed in your Princess best to decorate a Tiara, Play Games, and hear a Princess Story read by our very own Princess. We will have some delightful refreshments and goodies. PreRegistration Requird.

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, February 14, 2013

Nature Tots at Fern Forest Nature Center
February 12, Pancake Day
Broward County
10-11am
Cost: $5
Info: 954-357-5198
Age: 2-4- accompanied by adult.
Kids will learn about nature through stories, songs, arts & crafts and MORE! PreRegistration required.

Valentine Card Craft at American Girl
Dade County
3-5pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 877-247-5223
Age 8+
Inspire your girl to give something extra-special to her Valentine: a cute handmade card and matching envelope. Use stickers and decorative paper to make a one-of-a kind with a sweet message inside.


Dade County
February 12, Extraterrestrial Culture Day
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.


Palm Beach County
10:30am
Cost: FREE
Info: 561-655-2776
Age: 4 and Under
Children can enjoy Valentine's Day stories and a snack creation!
February 12, Plum Pudding Day

Friday, February 15, 2013

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!


Broward County
Featuring: Beauty and The Beast- G
8pm
Cost: FREE
Movie night at ArtsPark! Free Family Friendly flicks under the stars every Friday at 8pm. Make it a date night for the whole family!

Movie In The Park at Sabal Pines Park
Broward County
6:30- 8:30pm
Cost: FREE
February 13, Get A Different Name Day
Info: 954-545-6620
Featuring: The Lorax
Enjoy a night at the movies under the stars. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for comfort. Refreshments available for purchase. 

Dade County
6-9pm
Cost: FREE- some additional costs for some amenities
Info: 
Free entertainment, arts & crafts, and rides. Carnival games and concessions sold.

Dade County
3-9pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-373-5437
Join us every third Friday for a FREE Family Night sponsored by Target. 
February 13, Clean Out Your Computer Day

Dade County
7pm
Cost: FREE
Info: 305-673-7730
Featuring: Iron Man 2
Enjoy a movie under the stars, don't forget chairs and blankets!

Toddler Time at Go Van Gogh
Palm Beach County
11am
Cost: $12.50/per child
Info:561-630-3450
Age: Toddlers
Enjoy some time with your toddler being creative. Your toddler will paint a ceramic and enjoy a yummy snack time.

Movie Night at Veterans Park Amphitheatre
Palm Beach County
7:30-10pm
Cost: FREE
February 14, Happy Valentines Day
Info: 561-790-5149
Featuring: Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted
Bring the family and some chairs or blankets to watch a movie under the stars!

My Little Artist & Me at the Armory Art Center
Palm Beach County
February 15 @ 9:30am
February 16 @ 10am
Cost: $15/per class
Info: 561-83201776
Age: 2- 4.5 Years
Through the guidance of experienced and talented instructors, your little one will discover the creative side, by your side. This program promotes and enhances: artful fun, developmental skills & benchmarks, motor & social development, school readiness, parent & child connections, creative expression, self esteem and imagination. Limited to 6 children, PreRegistraion.

Saturday, February 16, 2013

At Esplanade Park
Broward County
1pm
Cost: $5 per Duck “Adoption”- Click HERE for more Info. 
Kids In Distress and JM Family Enterprises present the 2012 Duck Fest Derby. Join us as we race 15,000 little rubber ducks down the New River at Esplanade Park. We will have live music, Vegas Showgirls, stilt walkers and much more FUN! There are many prizes to give away for the 1st-9th ducks across the finish line.

Broward County
Every Saturday, 9-10:15pm
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
February 16 & 17
Cost: $18/12+, $10/4-11
Info: 954-473-2955
The festival features a Bonsai Show, along with a variety of plant/landscape experts with plants, supplies, garden art and accessories for sale. There will be expert lectures and guided tours throughout the day. Children will enjoy our Kids Garden Zone with fun gardening projects and a butterfly pavilion. For a full schedule and a 25% off admission coupon visit the website.

Broward County
2pm
Cost: $16/Adults, $14/Student, $10/Child
Info: 954-747-4646
The Russian Ballet of Orlando presents a magical production of the timeless fairy tale. Enjoy beautiful choreography, costumes and the music of Tchaikovsky.


My Little Artist & Me at the Armory Art Center
Palm Beach County
February 15 @ 9:30am
February 16 @ 10am
Cost: $15/per class
Info: 561-83201776
Age: 2- 4.5 Years
Through the guidance of experienced and talented instructors, your little one will discover the creative side, by your side. This program promotes and enhances: artful fun, developmental skills & benchmarks, motor & social development, school readiness, parent & child connections, creative expression, self esteem and imagination. Limited to 6 children, PreRegistraion.

Palm Beach County
10:30-11:30am
Cost: $4/Children 1-17, $5/Adults
Info: 561-742-6780
February 16, Do a Grouch A Favor Day
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!

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!

Palm Beach County
11:30-12:30
Cost: $5 (with paid admission to the museum)
Info: 561-495-0233
Age: 7+
Focus: Miniature Garden
Create a miniature Japanese style garden using real plants and rocks. Grow it at home.

Palm Beach County
1-4pm
Cost: Included with Museum Admission.
Info: 561-392-2500
Creation Station is an exciting drop-in gallery program designed for families to learn more about the visual arts in a relaxed and fun manner. Activities may include crafting a sculpture out of recycled objects, creating a collage, or solving a jigsaw puzzle. This program takes place monthly and each month has a different activity/focus.

Junior Naturalists at Gumbo Limbo
Palm Beach County
11:00am- 12:30pm
Cost: $7/Member, $10/NonMember
Info: 561-544-9615
Age: 7-11
Do you love the beach, animals of all kinds and plants? Do you know what an exotic species is? Coma nd join us where each week we will explore fun and interesting facts about different habitats and animals and some of the problems they face in the world around us. A different topic each month. PrePayment and Registration required.

ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival 
at Abacoa Town Center
February 16, Almond Day
February 16, 17, 18
Cost: $6/Advance Tickets, $10/At the Gate, Under 12 Free
Info: 561-748-3946
ArtiKids Area with TONS of original & artsy activities for the kids. Artist Demo Stage, Children's Art Boutique (just for kids), Youth Art Competition Gallery, Beer Garden, Comfort Zone, Artivity Avenue and MORE!

Sunday, February 17, 2013

Nature & Presidents Program at Anne Kolb Nature Center
Broward County
3-4pm
Cost: $2 Exhibit Hall Fee
Info: 954-357-5161
Through a fun activity and interesting facts, participants will learn about how the US Presidents have worked to conserve natural resources. 


ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival 
at Abacoa Town Center
February 16, 17, 18
February 17, Random Acts of Kindness Day
Cost: $6/Advance Tickets, $10/At the Gate, Under 12 Free
Info: 561-748-3946
ArtiKids Area with TONS of original & artsy activities for the kids. Artist Demo Stage, Children's Art Boutique (just for kids), Youth Art Competition Gallery, Beer Garden, Comfort Zone, Artivity Avenue 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.

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