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May Events

National Mom’s Nite Out
Where: Dadeland Mall: 7535 N. Kendall Drive, Miami, FL  33156  & International Mall : 1455 NW 107th Avenue, Miami, FL 33172
When: Thursday, May 5, 2011 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
South Florida Malls, in conjunction with VISIT FLORIDA, the state’s official tourism marketing corporation, invite moms to relax and unwind at the Third Annual “National Mom’s Nite Out.” This year’s FREE celebration of motherhood will have a Mexican theme and will include a mariachi band, margaritas and a variety of complimentary giveaways, makeovers, samples and more. Moms will join together for a well-deserved break to socialize and relax at this event featuring networking, style presentations, shopping incentives, pampering with mini-massages and other fun activities.

Cost: FREE

Cinco De Mayo @ Cool De Sac
Where: Cool- De-Sac: Dolphin Mall
When: Thursday, May 5, 2011
Come out to Cool-De-Sac @ Dolphin Mall and celebrate Cinco De Mayo with the Kids! Enjoy a special fajita dinner and $5 sangria. The kids will be able to paint their own maracas and they will have a pinata pull at 7:30pm.

Movie Night at Fairchild
Where: Fairchild Gardens
When:Friday, May 6, 2011 at 7:00 PM
Bring the whole family along for the adventure as one brave owl tries to save his world in the movie Legend of the Guardians, The Owls of Ga’Hoole, from the studio that brought you Happy Feet. This movie will be shown surrounded by the beauty of nature in Fairchild’s outdoor theater.There will be movie treats for sale including, popcorn with truffle butter, tri-color corn tortillas with nacho cheese sauce, jalapenos and salsa, assorted fresh baked jumbo cookies, kosher hot dogs, candy, soda, water, wine and beer. Arrive early and go on a sunset tram tour or take a relaxing stroll through the Garden. Gates open at 7:00 p.m. Movies begin at 8:00 p.m.

Admission: $10 for Members, $15 for Nonmembers, $8 for Member children, $10 Nonmember children and free for children 5 and under.

Family Fun Days @ The Little Farm
Where: The Little Farm
When: May 7th, 8th, 21st & 22nd, 2011
Open to the public two weekends most months @ 9:30 am for approximately 3 hours. Pony Rides, Petting Farm, Tour of the Butterfly Garden and Farm.
No reservations required. Please Call For Admission Fees
Bring the camera! Don’t be late for the fun!

Mother’s Day Tea Party & Fashion Show
Where: Gymboree- Kendal Location : 8530 SW 124 Ave
When: Friday, May 6, 2011 from 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Mother’s Day is right around the corner! There’s no better way to celebrate than with a tea party and fashion show with your children. Call 305.270.0021 to make a reservation today. This event is for 18 month – 6 year olds.

Mother’s Day Origami Card Making
Where: Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
When: Sunday, May 8, 2011
Create an origami-inspired Mother’s Day card for your mother, grandmother, or special someone. Guests are welcome on a first come, first served basis from 11am to 3pm.
Location: Classroom A
Cost: $2 per participant with paid admission
Admission Cost: $12 for adults & $7 for children

Mother’s Day Brunch @ Fairchild
Where: Fairchild Gardens – The Garden House
When: Sunday, May 8, 2011 from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Treat your favorite lady to a scrumptious brunch with made to order omelets, sublime pastries and so much more.
$49 Adult plus18% service charge and 7% tax
Children 5-12, half price and children under 5 are free.
For reservations, please call 305.256.8399
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Moms Rock @ MiaSci
Where: Miami Science Museum: 3280 South Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33129
When: Sunday, May 8, 2011 from 12:00pm-4:00pm
Moms, we think you really rock! So to show our appreciation, we are inviting you and your families to indulge in the sweetest treat of all… CHOCOLATE! Join us on Mother’s Day, Sunday May 8th for all things chocolate. Enjoy chocolate tasting, chocolate science and the opportunity to win chocolate filled baskets! YUM! What’s even better than chocolate? Mom’s receive a free entry for the day!
Phone Contact: Adriana Oliva 305.646.4248
Email Contact: aoliva@miamisci.org

Mother’s Day Brunch @ Deering Estate
Where: Deering Estate
When: Sunday, May 8 from 10:30am – 1:30pm
Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Deering Estate at Cutler’s annual Mother’s Day Brunch. Guests can taste appetizing dishes and desserts provided by Bill Hansen Catering, tour the grand Stone House and historic Richmond Cottage, and take in the lush natural beauty and grandeur of the Estate.
$70 for adults and $45 for children (ages 5-12); ages 4 and under free. Tickets are non-refundable. Advance reservations are required. Purchase your tickets early for preferred seating! Call the Deering Estate Ticket Office at 305-235-1668 ext. 233.
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Mother’s Day Dining
Check out www.opentable.com for Mother’s Day brunch & dinner specials.

The Children’s Trust Family Expo
Where: The Miami-Dade Fair & Expo : 10901 Coral Way, Miami FL
When: Saturday, May 14, 2011 from 10:00am – 6:00pm
The Children’s Trust 2011 Family Expo, sponsored by Target, will host its fifth annual, FREE, all-day festival to provide parents with direct access to educational, health and social services in a fun and festive atmosphere.
Already the largest free event of its kind in our community, with record crowds of more than 20,000 in prior years, more than 200 displays are featured in two exhibit halls showcasing information about summer and after-school programs, injury prevention, vaccinations, programs for children with special needs, Pre-K registration, KidCare and much more. Each hall also offers two stages packed with entertainment; face painting; balloon sculpture; stilt walkers; magicians; and character greeting for children to meet Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob, Dora the Explorer and Diego.
Cost: FREE

Antique & Classic Car Show
Where: Cauley Square Historic Railroad Village : 22400 Old Dixie Highway, Miami, FL 33130
When: Sunday, May 15, 2011
For more information call (305)258-3543
Cost: Free

Simon Kidgits Club Super Duper Mini Chefs
Where: Dadeland Mall – Saks Fifth Ave Corridor : 7535 N. Kendall Dr , Miami, FL 33156
When: Friday, May 20, 2011 from 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Dadeland Mall invites children of all ages to roll up their sleeves and explore the fun side of food with hands-on learning activities during the Simon Kidgits Club’s Super Duper Mini Chefs event. Kids will enjoy a nutritional magic show by Amy the Magic Chef where they will learn table manners and good eating habits. Kids will also color their own chef hats and receive an apron to help them make sweet treats.

Free for Kidgits Club members
$5 for annual Kidgits Club membership fee

The Simon Kidgits Club will transform Dadeland Mall into a magical kitchen as kids cook up a menu including:

  • Dip fresh strawberries in delicious chocolate with Godiva Chocolatier
  • Make chocolate chip cookie sandwiches with Nestle Toll House Café
  • Create healthy veggie rolls with Sushi Maki
  • Learn how to roll dough and make a pizza pie with Cozzoli’s Pizza
  • Decorate mini cupcakes with Candy in a Cupcake
  • Make desert crepes with Banna Strows
  • Create yogurt parfaits and sample chicken nuggets with Chick-Fil-A, including a special visit by the Eat More Chikin® Cow
  • Make mini ice cream sundaes with Haagen Daz
  • Learn how to twist pretzels with Auntie Anne’s and sample on-the-go, famous pretzel stix
  • Keep hands clean at the Bath & Body Works antibacterial soap station

Kids are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to be donated to Feeding South Florida. Florida Blue is a sponsor of all Dadeland Mall Kidgits events.

For a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree, text MALL36 to 74666 or register your email address at Guest Services. For more information call Dadeland Mall at (305)665-6227

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