Summer-kids

The historic Bonnet House & Gardens in Fort Lauderdale, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, offers opportunities for discounts and occasional events. Bonnet House is one of the oldest buildings in Broward County. It was built as a private home in 1920, on land bought by Broward pioneer Hugh Taylor Birch in …

Dust off your skates & skateboards. The town of Weston enhanced Tequesta Trace Park with a skate park that includes ramps and rails. Entry is free. The park is open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Tequesta Trace Skate Park is at Tequesta Trace Park, 600 Indian Trace, Weston 33326. The skate park is for inline …

For indoor fun, plenty of people are drawn to arcades.  If you want a game playing excursion that’s friendlier to your budget, some arcades in Broward, Dade, and greater Palm Beach offer deals Participating Bowlero bowling venues offer half-price arcade games Wednesdays. Venues include Broward Bowlero, 8200 W. State Road 84, Davie 33324, 954-473-8822 Bowlero, …

Shhh! Be quiet as a mouse … If your family likes sensory-friendly performances, the Actors’ Playhouse will present a special matinee of the E.B. White classic, “Stuart Little,” with complimentary tickets for those who prefer things not too bright or loud. Get reserved seating online. Free sensory inclusive performance: Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 2 …

Female sea turtles like the South Florida shoreline for laying eggs. They waddle out from the waves in the darkness onto the beach, deposit dozens of eggs into a sand nest, then return to the water. It’s a part of nature that Florida residents delight in — especially if they see it in person. Several …

The delightful Las Olas Oceanside Park, occasionally referred to as LOOP,  offers exciting events, festivals, live entertainment, fitness programs and vendor fairs. Usually events are free. The park is at  3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33316   The MKT at Las Olas Oceanside Park The MKT  is usually open 9 a.m. – 4 …

Zoo Miami is open late from 4 to 7 p.m. every Saturday this summer as part of its Zoo Miami After Hours. The promotion is valid from June 10 through Aug. 12, 2023. This year’s version, however, does not include a discount. If you’re looking for a Zoo Miami discount, check out the $15 Monday …

Hollywood Historical Society is hosting a festival for a favorite tropical treat. The Mango Festival in 2023 is 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. June 24 outdoors, 1520 Polk Street, Hollywood 33020. Parking is free. The event includes mango tastings, mango recipes and mangoes for purchase. Entertainment and activities for kids are included. Free & inexpensive …

Oakland Park is presenting Summer Nights, free events with live bands, food trucks, and activities for kids.  Adult drinks are available for purchase. Summer Nights events in 2023 include: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. July 14 features  Shane Duncan Band performing rock, pop and Top 40 favorites  at Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland …

Old Davie School is offering a free exhibit featuring little railroads. The model train display  is featured 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. week days June 12 – July 7, 2023,  at the historical venue, 6650 Griffin Road, Davie 33314.  The exhibit is also offered 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. July 15 and July 29, entry …

Readers of all ages are invited to get in on the fun and share their progress for a chance to win a prize in the All Together Now program. Sign up at any Palm Beach County Library System location beginning Monday, June 05 through Friday, July 28, 2023. To sign up, fill out the form …