Summer-kids

No need to buy a home chemistry set. Now, you take the kiddos to an interactive event with hands-on demonstrations emphasizing science technology, engineering, and mathematics. This is the final week that CityPlace will be hosting STEM for kids, presented by the Cox Science Center & Aquarium for the season. Science and Sunshine When: Friday, Aug. …

Welleby Park in Sunrise is sporting fun features. For kids, amenities include a nature-theme splash pad for wet fun, a playground with a rubberized safety surface, and a Safety Town play area.  For a stroll, a boardwalk runs along a lake. Dogs are welcome to nose around Pawgrass Dog Park. Welleby Park, 954-747-4600, is at …

Swim or lounge on the deck. Pompano Beach is offering free dive-in movie events. Dive-in movies at 8 p.m. in Pompano Beach in 2025 include: June 6 “Moana 2” July 18 “Shark Tale” August 8 “Mufasa”  Dive-in films are at the aquatics facilities, 901 NW 10th St., Pompano Beach 33060. Dial 954-786-4116 for more information.  …

Play yard games, hop on bounce houses and delight in entertainment at Summer Jamz in Fort Lauderdale. Summer Jamz in 2025 is 7 p.m.- 10 p.m. Friday, August 15 and entry is free.  For those who’d like to shop, food vendors and other vendors are included in the festivities. It’s at Mills Pond Park, 2201 …

For family excursions, National Night Out events in South Florida often include activities, police and firefighter demonstrations and entertainment.  The events are free.  Some events offer lots to do. The Plantation event includes bounce houses, rock wall and The Fuzz police department band.   National Night Out events foster public safety and establishing friendly links with …

The NSU Art Museum in Fort Lauderdale offers free admission as part of Sunny Days/Starry Nights events from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. the first Thursday of each month. The events include activities for kids and adults. Often events include 2-for-1 deals on wine. Free hands-on art activities  The free first Thursdays events usually include …

The Parks and Recreation Department in Parkland offers occasional free festivals, free films and events.  Events in 2025 include Eats ‘N Beats Parkland offers free entry for Eats ‘N Beats  events that include food trucks and live entertainment 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Pine Trails Park. Events include: May 3 MixTape June 7 Majesty …

If you’re looking for things to do with your kids in South Florida this summer, consider taking them to a movie. It’s a way to beat the heat, and a number of theaters are offering cheap movies for kids. Prices vary, ranging from $1 to $3 plus tax. AMC Theatres Summer Movie Camp: $3 Promo …

Turtle-lovers are invited to help say goodbye to rehabilitated patient and pregnant Pennywise, who is ready to be released back into the ocean. The public release will take place on the beach behind the Loggerhead Marinelife Center. Public turtle release When: Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. (space is limited, arrive no later than …

Instead of the traditional one-day festival, the Children’s Trust Family Expo is happening Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025 from 10-3 p.m. Admission is free. This annual expo was created to provide parents with access to educational, health and social services in a fun and festive atmosphere. This year, the events will be partly indoors, with exhibits …

The South Florida Amateur Astronomy Association offers telescopes at Fox Observatory in Sunrise for peering into the night sky. Fox Observatory is in Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise 33326.  The facility is usually open Saturdays from about dusk until about 11 p.m, weather permitting, and representatives of South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association …