Miami Kidz

Category: Events

  • 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.
    Menu

    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

  • April Events

    Spring Into Fashion
    Where: Miami International Mall ( center court) 1455 NW 107th Avenue, Miami, FL 33172
    When : Saturday, April 9, 2011
    11:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Easter Bunny arrival
    11:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. Brunch & photos with Easter Bunny $10
    1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Fashion Show
    2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Easter Kidgits event

    Families are invited to “Spring Into Fashion” at Miami International Mall. The celebration will kick-off with the Easter Bunny arriving in a Miami-Dade Fire Rescue truck. Then the Easter Bunny will hop on over to the mall to join families for a delicious brunch. Funds raised from the brunch will benefit Doral Relay for Life, which organizes nationwide races to fight cancer. Kids will also enjoy interactive games, arts and crafts and prize giveaways. The Easter festivities will end with a fashion show, offering attendees a look at the latest fashions for spring. Parents are encouraged to bring their cameras to take pictures of the Easter Bunny.

    Bunny Brunch to benefit Doral Relay for Life – $10
    Easter Kidgits event – FREE for Kidgits Club members

    To purchase tickets, please call Isabel at (305) 593-1775, ext. 224.

    Families can sign up for the Kidgits Club, during regular mall hours, for a membership fee of $5. Membership includes a Kidgits Club membership card and T-shirt, scheduled entertainment and activities for families, a Birthday Club (including birthday card and gift redemption certificate), unique programs and offers, discounts and a quarterly newsletter. For more information, visit www.simon.com/kidgits.

    Minnie’s Masquerade
    Where: The Falls Mall ( near the Disney Store)
    When: Saturday, April 9, 2011 from 11:00am – 1:00pm
    Disney Junior, a new multiplatform destination for kids age 2-7, is celebrating the debut of “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie’s Masquerade” with fun, interactive family events hosted by Radio Disney at Dadeland Mall, Miami International Mall and The Falls.
    Local area kids and families are invited to enjoy themed activities including do-it-yourself masquerade masks. The Radio Disney Road Crew will provide on-stage entertainment inviting kids to sing and dance to the tunes of popular Radio Disney Junior songs from their favorite Disney Junior series including “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse,” “Handy Manny,” “Imagination Movers” and the new hit adventure series “Jake and the Never Land Pirates.” Additionally, the Radio Disney Road Crew will give away Disney Junior themed prizes at each event.
    Cost: Free

    Kampong Kidz Concert
    Where: Kampong Gardens
    When: Saturday, April 9, 2011 from 1:30pm – 3:30pm gates open at 12:45pm
    Introduce your little ones to the drama and passion that is Opera! An adventure in learning and music appreciation for the whole family.
    Cost: Adults $25 & Children $15
    purchase tickets online

    “Whole Kids” Club gets Healthy
    Where: Whole Foods: Pinecrest
    When : Sunday, April 10 11AM – 12PM
    Healthy food doesn’t have to be just for grown-ups! Kids ages three and up are welcome to join us for this “Whole Kids” Club class, as Alina demonstrates how
    to make fun, yummy and healthy snacks! This class is hands-on and parents are also welcome.

    Margaret Cardillo reading from Just Being Audrey
    Where: Books & Books Bal Harbor : 9700 Collins Ave , Bal Harbor, FL 33154
    When: Sunday, April 10, 2011 from 12:30pm
    Join author Margaret Cardillo for an Audrey’s Almost Breakfast Near Tiffany’s story time event! Learn how to tie a scarf and dress just like Audrey!
    In Just Being Audrey, “Audrey Hepburn proves as irresistible a character in the pages of a children’s book as she is in those soigné roles of the silver screen.” -Publishers Weekly.

    Eggstraordinary Eggscitement
    Where: Pinecrest Gardens
    When: Saturday, April 16, 2011 from 10:00am – 2:00pm
    Celebrate the beauty of Spring, and celebrate the joy experienced by children at our 8th Annual Eggstravaganza, 10 AM-2 PM. As you wonder through the Gardens, you just might happen upon a pastel bunny or other cute and cuddly characters guaranteed to make the child in all of us giggle in delight. Lots of activities for the entire family including face painting, balloon art, interactive games, music, arts and crafts or you can simply focus on filling your basket with colorful eggs in pursuit of that one Golden Egg and the special prize that it brings. This is one event that every child will want to attend, and parents are welcomed too! Admission is $5 per person.

    PJ Library Story Time: Matzoh Time!
    Where: Books & Books Bal Harbor: 9700 Collins Ave, Bal Harbor, FL 33154
    When:Sunday, APril 17, 2011 @ 12:30pm
    Get ready for Passover with PJ Library Story Time. The national PJ Library program supports families in their Jewish journey by sending Jewish-content books and music on a monthly basis to children. Presented in collaboration with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, the Miami Beach JCC and the Lehrman Community Day School.

    2nd Annual Pinecrest Earth Day Festival
    Where: Pinecrest Gardens
    When: Sunday, April 20, 2011 from 11:00am – 4:00pm
    Williamson Automotive presents a day of great fun, great food, great entertainment and most importantly a great reminder to treat our planet with the TLC it deserves. Join us for the 2nd Annual Pinecrest Earth Day Festival. Get a front row seat in the Banyan Bowl for an Eco-Fashion Show presented by Miss Earth Florida, enjoy a wildlife show featuring an array of baby animals and feel the beat of some great live bands! There are green project exhibitions and vendors, workshops and more. Special children’s activities in our Historic Entrance Building including a Puppet Showcase with an educational message about recycling. Admission Free (Splash ‘N Play not included).

    Earth Day Celebration
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Friday, April 22, 2011 from 11:00am – 5:00pm
    Come and help the Miami Children’s Museum celebrate Earth Day and learn what it means to be “green”. Whether it’s playing our conservation game or creating your own recycled art piece, learning about the environment will be fun and exciting.
    Cost: Entrance fee

    Zoo Miami’s Great Egg Safari
    Where: Metro Zoo : 12400 SW 152 Street, Miami, FL 33177
    When: Saturday & Sunday, 23 & 24,2011 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    Join us at our annual Egg Safari on Saturday and Sunday, April 23 and 24, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. It’s a magical day at Zoo Miami with continuous egg safaris, fun activities, the Easter Bunny, and more for kids 12 years old and under.
    Our animals will also get special treats in honor of the holiday. See schedule below:
    10:30 a.m. On Saturday, the Bengal tigers will receive painted coconut “Easter eggs” and on Sunday they’ll get papier mache “Easter eggs” filled with treats.
    11:00 a.m. The African lions will get egg-shaped blood pop in a nest of hay.
    11:30 a.m. The sun bears will delight in their pastel-colored hard boiled eggs and papier mache eggs stuffed with treats.
    1:00 p.m. The Asian elephants will enjoy giant Easter baskets filled with coconuts painted like eggs.
    2:00 p.m. The harpy eagles will tear apart their papier mache eggs filled with with meat .
    2:30 p.m. The Malayan tapir will get painted coconut “Easter eggs.”
    3:00 p.m. The African elephants will crush their giant Easter baskets to eat their yummy coconut “Easter eggs.”
    3:30 p.m. The Asian small-clawed otters will gobble up their pastel-colored hard boiled eggs.
    So don’t miss a minute of the fun!

    Whole Kids Club Activity: Plant an Egg Carton Garden
    Where: Whole Foods : Pinecrest
    When: Saturday, April 23, 2011 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
    Kids ages three and up are invited to join us for a fun, hands-on activity to celebrate Earth month. After coloring your eggs for Easter this year, save those egg cartons! We’ll help you put them to good use! Have your child bring their recycled egg carton to this activity, and we’ll help them create their very own egg carton garden!
    FREE!

    Eggstreme Egg Hunt
    Where: Coral Gables War Memorial Park
    When: Saturday, April 23, 2011 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
    The celebration will kick off with an EGG HUNT at the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center Field where will be evenly distributed over the field. Find a and win a fabulous prize! Timing is so crucial for the EGG HUNT that you will miss it if you are late! Immediately following the Egg Hunt CHECK OUT THE EGG HUNT CARNIVAL!

    Easter at The Little Farm
    Where: The Little Farm
    When: Saturday, April 23, 2011 @ 9am, 11:30am, 2pm, 4:30pm
    Reservations Required! Petting Farm , Pony Rides, Tour & Egg Hunt (last)
    2 hours of activities include:
    Petting farm, pony rides, tour of the farm and an egg hunt ( last).
    Reservations required 305-258-3186. Call soon! Space limited.
    Cost: $12 per child, Adults $6 each
    We will have : Hot dogs, chips, soda and soft drinks,  at an additional cost or bring your own snack. (No coolers/ large meals or alcohol permitted)

    Spring Eggstravaganza
    Where: North Shore Park and Youth Center: 501 72nd Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
    When: Saturday, April 23, 2011 from 10:00am – 12:30pm
    Enjoy the amusements, crafts and photos with the Bunny. Concessions will be sold. The egg hunt will be held at 11:00am.

    Spring Fling
    Where: Miami Lakes Community Center West: 15151 Montrose Road, Miami Lakes, FL 33016
    When: April 23, 2011 @ 9:00am
    Easter Egg Hunt starts promptly at 9:00am for children 12 and under.
    Earth Day Fair will be featuring a performance by Earthman, a tree planting ceremony, our local schools, and dozens of other exhibitors.
    Paint a picture for your mom!

    Gourmet Food Trucks
    Where: 10800 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33154
    When: Saturday, April 23, 2011 at 11:00am
    For foodies craving an ocean view along with delicious eats! Just in time for Easter holiday weekend, when families flock to Haulover for reunions and recreation. The popular food trucks will be welcoming patrons from 11:00am to sundown, April 23rd & 24th.

    Explore a Real Underground Cave
    Where: Camp Owaissa Bauer Park : 17001 SW 264th St, Homestead , FL 33031
    When: Saturday, April 23, 2011 from 4:00pm – 9:00pm
    Your afternoon journey takes you through the park’s pine rockland trails, where you’ll discover wildlife and a real underground cave! In the evening there’s a presentation on South Florida owls, followed by a call of the resident Easter Screech owls and a marshmallow toast around the campfire.
    Cost: $8 for adults ; $6 for children ages 12 and under.
    Reservations are required. Contact Pam Rose @ (305)247-6016

    Spring Fling
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Sunday, April 24, 2011 from 12:00pm – 5:00pm
    Spring is here and we want to celebrate! Join us for a day of arts & crafts, games, and more! We will even have an egg hunt around the museum!
    Cost: Entrance Fee

    Easter Brunch at Fairchild
    Where: Fairchild Gardens ( visitor center)
    When: Sunday, April 24, 2011 from 10:30am – 2:30pm
    Belgium waffles, made-to-order omelets, scrumptious salads and a carving station topped off with desserts to die for. It’s all  on the menu for this year’s Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet.
    Come and celebrate this special day and enjoy the springtime magic of Fairchild.
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    $40 for Adults, 18% service charge and 7% sales tax additional,
    Children 5-12 are half price, Children under 5 are free.
    For reservations, please call 305.256.8399.

    Family Friday Cinema: Tangled
    Where: Pinecrest Gardens
    When: Friday, April 29, 2011
    Continues with Tangled, an exciting new twist to the classic fable of Rapunzel. We open our gates at 6pm for pizza and hot dogs, and fresh popcorn. Birthday party information is available at 305.669.6990. Film begins at 7:30 PM. (There might be a short delay to accommodate sundown.)
    Admission $5, children 3 and under are free.

    The Rockin’ Tale of Snow White
    Where: Miami Palmetto Senior High School
    When: Thursday & Friday, April 28 & 29, 2011 @ 7:00pm
    Palmetto Elementary School’s Drama Club presents The Rockin’ Tale of Snow White.
    Tickets available at the door. Donation $5.00

    Art of Storytelling Festival
    Where: Main Library: 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33130
    When: Saturday, April 30, 2011 @ 10:00am
    Free family entertainment featuring storytelling, music, dance, LEGO, Video Games, Face Painting, and Crafts
    www.mdpls.org

    Future Foodies Club ( for Kids! )
    Where: Whole Foods : Pinecrest
    When: Saturday, April 30, 2011 from 11:00am – 12:00pm
    Ready, Set, Breakfast! FREE (registration required)
    Future Foodies Club cooking activities at Whole Foods Market Pinecrest introduce kids ages three and up to the world of food in a fun, creative and educational
    way. This month, local Chef Adri Garcia teaches the kids how to prepare nutritional breakfasts, without using foods that are high in calories, sugar, and fat.

    Family Fit and Fun Festival @ Coral Reef Montessori Academy
    Where: 10853 SW 216th St, Miami , FL
    When: Saturday, April 30, 2011 @ 10:00am – 3:00pm
    Bring your family for a day of games, educational speakers, healthy food vendors and more!
    Admission FREE with one canned good

  • March Events

    Dr. Seuss’ 107th Birthday Celebration
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Wednesday, March 2 , 2011 from 3:00pm – 7:00pm
    This special celebration commemorates one of the world’s greatest children’s book storytellers.
    Admission:
    Free and open to the public!

    Grand Opening of Cool De Sac @ Dolphin Mall
    Where: Cool De Sac ; Dolphin Mall 11401 NW 12 Street, Space # E610 , Doral, FL 33172
    When: Saturday, March 5, 2011 from 11:00am – 9:00pm
    Finally! Dolphin Mall will open on March 5th, 2011!
    Join the celebration!
    Come opening day and pick up a scratch off ticket. You can win from hundreds of cool prizes! Celebration starts at 11 am.
    Scratch off tickets given on to first 500 kids admitted. Every ticket is a winner!

    Day Out with Thomas the Train
    Where: Gold Coast Railroad Museum : 12450 SW 152nd Street , Miami FL 33177
    When: March 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20
    A day of family fun! Take a 25 minute train ride with a full size Thomas the Train engine! Enjoy storytelling, live music and much more.

    Ticket Prices:
    $18.00 for ages 2 & up
    Advance ticket purchase is recommend. Purchase tickets here :  www.ticketweb.com/dowt

    Carnaval on the Mile
    Where: Miracle Mile
    When: Saturday, March 5, 2011 from 10:00am – Midnight & Sunday, March 6, 2011 from 10:00am – 8:00pm
    The annual music festival takes place along Miracle Mile in downtown Coral Gables. There is a children’s section with bounce houses, climbing towers, face painting  and much more.
    Free admission!

    www.carnavalmiami.com

    Taste of Pinecrest
    Where: Pinecrest Gardens
    When: Sunday, March 6, 2011 from 11:00am – 5:00pm
    Each year, the Pinecrest Business Association along with local restaurants and businesses sponsor the Taste of Pinecrest at Pinecrest Gardens. All proceeds from the festival benefit the five Pinecrest public schools. The festival features Pinecrest-area restaurants,entertainment for the children, a judged art show, performances by local school groups and a business showcase.

    Book Release Party & Concert
    Where: The Learning City; 5701 SW 107th Ave, Miami, FL
    When: Saturday, March 5, 2011 from 4:30mpm – 6:00pm
    Cantaba la Rana / The Frog was Singing Written by Local Latin Grammy Nominee Rita Rosa Ruesgo
    Child- Friendly Bilingual Concert performed by author/musician Rita Rosa & Harpist

    • Free Book and CD Drawing (all participants will be eligible)
    • Book Signing
    • Food and drinks will be available

    Family Fun Days @ The Little Farm
    Where: The Little Farm
    When: Saturday & Sunday, March 12th and 13th and Saturday & Sunday, March 26th and 27th @ 9:30am – 12:30pm
    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!

    St.Patrick’s Day Irish Festival
    Where: Ponce Circle Park ( 4 blocks south of Coral Way in the center of Ponce de Leon Blvd.)
    When: Saturday, March 12, 2011 @ noon until sunset
    Spend the day with family and friends, enjoying a taste of Irish culture. Wear your green, and join us for a day filled with merriment as you enjoy Irish music, dance and food, along with the arts.
    * Great Irish Food — corn beef and cabbage, authentic Irish soda bread
    * Irish Crafts — a variety of crafts for sale by high quality vendors
    * Fun For The Kids — clowns, face painting, playground, giant slide, rock climbing and more
    * Full Service Bar — whet your whistle with Irish and American beer, spirits, soda and juice.
    www.emeraldsocietysfl.com

    Spring at the Falls with “The Little Farm” Petting Zoo
    Where: The Falls (Center Court) ; 8888 SW 136th Street, Miami, FL 33176
    When: Saturday, March 12, 2011 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm
    The Falls welcomes families to enjoy an afternoon of outdoor activities to celebrate the coming of spring! Event attendees will have the opportunity to touch, play, interact and learn about goats, sheep, piglets, rabbits, geese, ducks and more, as The Falls hosts a petting zoo provided by The Little Farm. In addition, attendees will also enjoy fun, interactive activities, arts and crafts and more, provided by All About Entertainment.

    Free to Kidgits members
    The Simon Kidgits Club’s Petting Zoo event is free to members. Families can sign up for the Kidgits Club, during regular mall hours, for a membership fee of $5.  Membership includes a Kidgits Club membership card and T-shirt, scheduled entertainment and activities for families, a Birthday Club (including birthday card and gift redemption certificate), unique programs and offers, discounts and a quarterly newsletter. For more information, visit www.simon.com/kidgits.

    Summer Camp & Activities Fair
    Where: Pinecrest Gardens
    When: Sunday, March 13, 2011 from noon – 4pm
    Come find a summer camp for your child. Your kids will have a blast, and you will too!

    • Euro Bungee Bouncing
    • Rocky Mountain Climb
    • Super Slide
    • Scavenger Hunt
    • Splash ‘n’ Play
    • Petting Zoo
    • Spider man Appearance
    • Face Painting & Balloon Art
    • Prizes & Giveaways
    • Stage Entertainment & Music

    Park Admission:

    Adult $3.00

    Child Under 18 $2.00

    Free Parking!

    Ride Bracelet $3.00

    THE FIRST 400 PEOPLE WHO SAY THE SECRET WORD AT THE FAMILY MAGAZINE ENTRY TABLE  AT PINECREST GARDENS WILL GET FREE PARK ADMISSION! (not at the box office, they don’t know the secret word) The secret word is BUNGEE

    St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Thursday, March 17, 2011 from 2:00pm – 5:00pm
    Join us for games, arts & crafts and more to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Wear GREEN to the museum and receive a special prize!

    Target Free Third Friday
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Friday,March 18, 2011 from 3:00pm – 9:00pm
    The Miami Children’s Museum and Target invite you to celebrate every month with fun interactive activities and crafts, storytelling and much more! You can also explore hundreds of bilingual, interactive exhibits which are related to arts, culture, community and communication for FREE!

    We are sponsoring a free educational event on March 19. Would you please consider adding this to your list of events in March?

    The Brain Fair
    Where: Miami Science Museum ; 3280 South Miami Ave, Miami FL
    When: Saturday, March 19, 2011 from 10:00am – 4:00pm
    The Brain Fair is a free educational event sponsored by the University of Miami . The Brain Fair is designed to teach children and their parents about how the brain and spinal cord works. The children will get to participate in hands-on learning activities such as building a neuron, drawing a brain on a shower cap, and playing memory games. There are also lectures for adults given by University of Miami neuroscientists on topics such as Autism, Sleep Disorders, Brain Injury, and Alzheimer’s disease.

    Additional fun activities include face painting of brains and neurons and puppet shows about how the brain works. For more information, please visit www.themiamiproject.org/brainfair

    Key Biscayne Art Festival
    Where: 455 Grand Bay Drive, Key Biscayne, FL
    When: Saturday & Sunday, March 19 & 20th, 2011 from 10:00am – 5:00pm
    Hosted annually by The Rotary Club of Key Biscayne, the Key Biscayne Art Festival is a pleasant event to attend. Visit Miami’s “Island Paradise” and browse the works of more than 200 artists. Works will include sculptures, paintings, jewelry, photography, ceramics, and more. There is also food for sale.

    http://gomiami.about.com

    MCM Kids Cooking Club with Cristina
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 2:30pm
    The MCM Kids Cooking Club brings you recipes you can try at home with your kids. Each month is a different recipe. Please check back every month for dates and times.

    Deering Seafood Festival
    Where: Deering Estate at Cutler
    When: Sunday, March 27 from 11:00am – 6:00pm
    Towering stilt walkers welcome guests to the family-friendly Deering Seafood Festival, on Sunday, March 27th for a magical, island-style celebration. Set on the biggest backyard on Biscayne Bay kids of all ages can enjoy non-stop live entertainment, colorfully costumed Bahamian Junkanoo musicians, pontoon boat rides, a Lil’ Shrimp Kids Zone and an Artist Village. New this year is the Deering Discovery Cove, a simulated underwater archaeological adventure. The Cove, was created by the Estate’s Education staff, and kids build their own sea-worthy vessels, discover marine life, uncover sunken treasures and learn about bioluminescence and animal adaptation. Top local restaurants feature Florida’s best seafood, (land lover options are available) while celebrity chefs wow the crowds with cooking demos under the big top tent.
    Admission tickets include park entrance and entertainment, Adults $15 in advance online/ $20 at the gate; Children ages 4-14, $5

    The Deering Estate at Cutler, a Miami-Dade County Park, is located on 444-acres at 16701 SW 72 Avenue in Miami. For more information call 305.235.1668 ext. 263 or log on to: www.deeringseafoodfestival.org Proceeds from the event benefit the Deering Estate Foundation

    Miami-Dade Parks provides quality and diverse cultural and recreational experiences for persons with disabilities. To request material in accessible format, information on access for persons with disabilities, or sign language interpreter services (7 days in advance), call 305-365-6706.

    Future Foodies Club ( For Kids)
    Where: Whole Foods Market Pinecrest 11701 South Dixie Highway, Pinecrest, FL 33156
    When: Saturday, March 26, 2011 @ 11:00am
    Future Foodies Club cooking activities at Whole Foods Market Pinecrest introduce kids ages three and up to the world of food in a fun,
    creative and educational way. This month, local Chef Adri Garcia teaches the kids how to prepare nutritional breakfasts, without using foods
    that are high in calories, sugar, and fat. Class will take place in the café and is limited to 25 participants – registration is required. To register
    your child, please go to Customer Service, email the name(s), ages(s), phone number and quantity to tina.pate@wholefoods.com.

    FREE! Registration is required. Hurry and sign up !

    Dine with Diego!
    Where: Miami Metro Zoo
    When: Saturday, March 26, 2011
    Have an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet with your family and friends and meet Diego!

    Members: $29.95 per child age 3-12, (children two and under are free), $27.95 per adult (tax included)
    Non-members: $35.95 per child age 3-12 (children two and under are free), $33.95 per adult (tax included)
    Includes: Zoo admission, monorail all-day pass, buffet lunch and refreshments in an air-conditioned location, zanny straw (zoo animal themed hard twisty straw) and a meet and greet with Diego! Every paying child will receive a plush and a photo with Diego. Every adult will receive  a large souvenir cup with unlimited refills for the day.

    Lunch buffet includes:Fresh sliced deli meat: roasted turkey and ham.
    Assorted breads Lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and assorted cheese.
    Seasonal whole fruit Kettle cooked chips
    Carrots and dip
    Fresh baked cookies
    Fruit punch, lemonade, and water
    Check-in: 9:30am – 11:00am at Main Entrance
    Lunch at Oasis Grille Lakeside Pavilion: 11:00am – 12:30pm
    Diego Meet and Greet: 12:00pm – 12:20pm
    Additional gifts (i.e. for children two and under that are admitted free):
    Plush: $8.56 each (tax included)
    Picture: $5.35 each (tax included)
    Zanny Straw: $2.68 each (tax included)

    Please contact the Group Sales Department at 305-251-0400, ext. 84941 by Tuesday, March 22 to reserve your seat. Advance reservations are required and space is limited.

    Miami-Dade County Fair
    Where: The Fair is located in Southwest Miami at Coral Way and 112th Avenue. There are four entrances:

    • Coral Way (SW 24th St) at 112th Ave
    • Coral Way (SW 24th St) at 114th Ave
    • SW 107th Ave at 17th St
    • SW 117th Ave (just north of SW 24th St)

    When: Thursday, March 17, 2011 – April 3, 2011
    One of the biggest delights for kids in Miami is experienced every March – when the Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition, better known as “The Fair,” comes to town. Miami’s fair is one of the largest in the country, attracting nearly 700,000 visitors each year. It has everything you could want at a fair – monster roller coasters, scary haunted houses, kiddie rides, games, cotton candy, elephant ears, and much more.

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  • February Events

    UNIVERSOUL CIRCUS 2011
    Where: Sun Life Stadium Parking Area (Entrance through Gate 2) 2269 NW 199th St., Miami Gardens, FL 33056
    When: Tuesday, February  1 thru Sunday, February 6, 2011
    OPENING NIGHT: Tuesday Feb. 1 @ 7:30 p.m.
    Wednesday, Feb. 2 @ 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.
    Thursday, Feb. 3 @ 9:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.
    Friday, Feb. 4 @ 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.
    Saturday, Feb. 5 @ 12 noon, 4:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
    Sunday, Feb. 6 @ 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

    UniverSoul Circus will set its stage where generations of family can come together and enjoy each other by dancing in the aisles and singing along the most popular Pop, R&B, Hip Hop and Latin songs of today. 2011 marks the return of two of UniverSoul’s all-time fan favorites, including Jean Claude an amazing aerialist from Paris, France and Ricardo a Cuban-born contortionist who bends like a pretzel. Also back is the ringmaster team extraordinaire, Shuckey Duckey and his pint-sized sidekick Zeke. The rest of the UniverSoul Circus line up for 2011 will flat out blow you away. We have an amazing lineup that includes, a daredevil motorcycle globe act, trickster dogs, high wire, a magic act, tigers, comedy trapeze, foot juggling and elephants.

    Tickets prices range from $12.00 to $27.00. Children under 1 are FREE.
    Tickets available through TICKETMASTER at www.ticketmaster.com and 1-800-745-3000, Sun Life Stadium Box and www.UniverSoulcircus.com. For discounts for groups 20 or more, call 800-316-7439.  To learn more about UniverSoul Circus, visit www.UniverSoulcircus.com.

    Gardens Cinema: Family Fridays
    Where: Pinecrest Gardens
    When: Friday, February 4, 2011  @ 7:00pm
    Family Fridays will feature movies for Moms, Dads and children of all ages. The Banyan Concession will serve hot and delicious pizza, hotdogs, and cold soft drinks before every movie.
    $5 General Admission Children under 3 Free
    Movie : Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole   PG
    The film follows Soren, a young owl enthralled by his father’s epic stories of the Guardians of Ga’ Hoole, a mythic band of winged warriors who had fought a great battle to save all of owlkind from the evil Pure Ones.

    Fabulous First Friday
    Where: Miami Science Museum
    When: Friday, February 4, 2011
    Join us for an evening of laser lights, stars, and more.
    Free Planetarium Star Show (7:30pm) and rooftop observatory viewing
    (8:30pm – 10pm, weather permitting.)
    Later in the evening, check out Miami Science Museum’s Famous Laser Shows in the Planetarium.
    7:00pm Legends of the Night Sky (Family Laser Show)
    9:00pm Pink Floyd: Wish You Were Here
    10:00pm Pink Floyd: Animals
    11:00pm Pink Floyd: A Saucerful of Secrets
    Midnight Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon

    Laser Show Admission: $4.00 children – $8.00 adults
    Check out our Activity Room for kids – a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery just before 8:00pm and sign your kids up for an hour of fun, supervised activities and demonstrations! Kids ages 3 and up.
    $3 donation, FREE for Museum members. (8:00pm.)

    Phone Contact: Box Office 305.646.4200
    Email Contact: boxoffice@miamisci.org

    Dolphin Mall’s Splasher’s Kids Club Event
    Where: Dolphin Mall; Ramblas Plaza Entry 3 –  11401 N.W. 12th Street, Miami, FL 33172
    When: Saturday, February 5, 2011 from 3:00pm – 5:00pm
    Join the festivities on Saturday, February 5th from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Ramblas Plaza, Entry 3, as the Dolphin Mall Splasher’s Kids Club presents an afternoon of fun for all featuring a character appearance and a magician!
    There will be musical entertainment, activities, face painting, giveaways and more!
    Click here for more information on how to join the club and take advantage of the special savings offers just for members.

    MiChiMu’s Special Super Bowl
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Sunday, February 6th 2011 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    Join MiChiMu and the rest of the MCM crew as we celebrate this exciting day. There will be obstacle courses, football crafts, games and more!
    Admission $15
    Florida Resident $12
    Children under 1 year FREE
    Members Complimentary

    Let’s Go Fly A Kite
    Where:  Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Tuesday, February 8th 2011 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    It’s National Fly A Kite Day and here at MCM, we want to celebrate it. So come on by as we create our own
    kites and put them to the test!
    Admission $15
    Florida Resident $12
    Children under 1 year FREE
    Members Complimentary

    Sports Injury Prevention for MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETES
    Where: Miami Children’s Hospital  West Kendall Center: 13400 SW 120th Street Suite 100 & 200 , Miami ,FL 33186
    When: Thursday, February 10, 2011 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm
    Recommended for middle school age young athletes and their parents.
    REGISTER TODAY !
    For registration and information, please call 305-237-2612 or email nlopez1@mdc.edu.
    Register early! Seating is limited

    DADELAND MALL’S “BOOK BLAST”
    Where: Dadeland Mall (Area in front Kay Jewelers) 7535 N. Kendall Drive, Miami, FL  33156
    When:Friday, February 11, 2011 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
    Dadeland Mall invites children of all ages to celebrate the joys of reading at Simon Kidgits Club’s “Book Blast” event.  Engaging reading activities and giveaways will bring to life children’s stories and help celebrate books and the joy of reading.  Featured storytellers are authors Lisa McCourt, “I Love You, Stinky Face,” and Pablo Cartaya, “Tina Cocolina: Queen of the Cupcakes.”
    In partnership with the Florida Department of Education, Dadeland Mall will be accepting donations of new and gently-used books during a three week period around this event.  The books will support the “Just Read, Florida!” initiative and will be distributed to local area programs and schools.  Kidgits events are sponsored by Florida Blue.Book Drop-off at Guest Services Desk (main entrance) from January 24 – February 18.
    Cost: FREE to Kidgits Club members
    The Simon Kidgits Club’s “Book Blast” event is free to members.  Families can sign up for the Kidgits Club, during regular mall hours, for a membership fee of $5.  Membership includes a Kidgits Club membership card and T-shirt, scheduled entertainment and activities for families, a Birthday Club (including birthday card and gift redemption certificate), unique programs and offers, discounts and a quarterly newsletter.  For more information, visit www.simon.com/kidgits or contact Dadeland Mall at (305) 665-6226.

    THE FALLS MALL’ “BOOK BLAST”
    Where: The Falls (Center Court) 8888 SW 136th Street, Miami, FL 33176
    When: Saturday, February 12, 20112 p.m. to 4 p.m.
    The Falls welcomes children of all ages to celebrate the joys of reading at the Simon Kidgits Club’s “Book Blast” event.  Event attendees will enjoy an afternoon of engaging reading activities including interactive story telling by popular children’s author, Lisa McCourt, author of “I Love You, Stinky Face” arts and crafts to help bring to life children’s stories and celebrate the joy of reading and more. Copies of “I Love You, Stinky Face” will be available for purchase onsite at Sparkle Plenty, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit Just Read, Florida! In addition, participants will also have the opportunity to use Apple iPads to explore the Florida Department of Education’s “Find a Book, Florida,” tool that will help attendees locate new and intriguing books tailored to their own reading interests based upon the attendee’s reading ability.
    In collaboration with the Florida Department of Education, a two-week book drive will commence at The Falls’ “Book Blast” event.  Families are encouraged to donate new and gently-used books at Guest Services beginning Sat., Feb. 12 through Sun., Feb. 27. The books will support the goals of The Florida Department of Education’s “Just Read, Florida!” initiative and will be distributed to local area programs and schools.
    Cost: FREE to Kidgits Club members
    Contact The Falls at (305) 255-4571, visit www.simon.com or become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ShopTheFalls.
    The Simon Kidgits Club’s “Book Blast” event is free to members. Families can sign up for the Kidgits Club, during regular mall hours, for a membership fee of $5.  Membership includes a Kidgits Club membership card and T-shirt, scheduled entertainment and activities for families, a Birthday Club (including birthday card and gift redemption certificate), unique programs and offers, discounts and a quarterly newsletter. For more information, visit www.simon.com/kidgits.

    Valentine’s Day
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Monday, February 14th 2011 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    Roses are RED, Violets are BLUE. If you’re wearing RED, we’d like to see YOU! Join us as we celebrate this lovely day. There will be games and crafts. Even a special appearance from Mr. Potato Head. Children wearing RED will receive a special gift at the entrance.
    Admission $15
    Florida Resident $12
    Children under 1 year FREE
    Members Complimentary

    Character Wednesday at Aventura Mall
    Where: Aventura Mall : Rainbow Valley Playground
    When:  Wednesday, February 16, 2011  & Wednesday, February 23, 2011 from 10:00am – 12:00pm
    2/16/11 : Join storyteller, Suzy Hammer, as the Lovie Dovie the Valentine Lady.
    2/23/11 : Join a special character guest as Joanie, our storyteller reads, sings, and dances.

    Target Free Third Friday
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When:  Friday, February 18, 2011 from 3:00pm – 9:00pm
    MCM and Target invite you to celebrate every month with fun interactive activities and crafts, storytelling and much more! You can also explore hundreds of bilingual, interactive exhibits which are related to arts, culture, community and communication for FREE!

    The Coconut Grove Art Festival
    Where: Festival runs along the streets of McFarlane Road, South Bayshore Drive and Pan American Drive.
    When: February 19, 20, & 21, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
    Celebrating its 48th anniversary in 2011, the Coconut Grove Arts Festival® is one of the nation’s premier outdoor fine Arts Festivals. The Festival showcases the works of over 360 of the finest artists and craftsmen in the world. A signature event of the South Florida cultural calendar, the Arts Festival offers visitors the opportunity to meet with exhibiting artists, sample fine cuisine, enjoy live entertainment and take a walk through history. Last year approximately 4 million dollars of artwork was sold in three days at the show.

    Cost:
    $10 per person per day. Children 12 and under, Metrorail Golden Passport and Patriot Passport holders are free.
    www.coconutgroveartsfest.com

    Baptist Children’s Hospital Presents: Raising Girls
    Where: Baptist Hospital Auditorium : 8900 North Kendall Drive, Miami FL 33176
    When: Thursday, February 24, 2011 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm
    Psychologist Regina Mendoza, Psy.D., will discuss how parents can help daughters understand their changing bodies; create and maintain healthy friendships; the importance of positive role models; and striving for achievement in school, sports and other activities.
    The fee for the program is $5 and must be paid in advance.  To reserve your space and make your payment, please call 786-596-3812.

    Fun & Fit as a Family
    Where: Jungle Island
    When: Saturday & Sunday, February 26 & 27th, 2011 from 10:00am – 5:00pm
    Come and bring your family to learn about healthy living and how to incorporate it into your lives. Rachael Ray, Rocco Dispririto and Giada De Laurentis will be at the event on Saturday. For more details visit www.funandfitasafamily.com/2011

    Cost: $20 per person, per day. Advance ticket sales only. Purchase tickets here

    Pinecrest Gardens Farmers Market
    Where: Pinecrest Gardens
    When: Sunday, February 20 & 27th, 2011 @ 9:00am – 2:00pm
    The Market Company Pinecrest Gardens Farmers’ Market is a seasonal market featuring a wealth of fresh local and organic produce, along with a wide variety of items that represent the unique diversity of South Florida, including cut flowers, tropical plants, orchids, baked goods, bonsai & bonsai arrangements, jams, jellies, oils, vinegar, potpourri, lucky bamboo and honey.