August already… yes August is almost here which means school is starting and many holiday’s to come in the next couple of months. I feel like we should try to enjoy our last weeks of summer so I’ve listed some events going on for the month of August.

Disney Store Grand Opening Celebration
Where: Aventura Mall , Lower Level near JCPenney
When: Saturday, August 29, 2009 @ 10:00am
Celebrate the opening of the new Disney Store with the ribbon cutting ceremony in front of Disney Store with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse.FREE Mickey Mouse Ears to the first 100 kids. (while supplies last) 12:00-4:00 p.m., Center Court Meet Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse.Radio Disney’s Road Crew will be onsite with music, games and fun.

Pottery Barn Book Club
Where: Pottery Barn Kids @ Merrick Park : 350 San Lorenzo Ave, Coral Gables FL 33146
When: Every Tuesday at 11:00am – 11:30am
Kids of all ages are invited to stop by the store for a special story time. Members receive an official Book Club Card at their first story time, and a special gift after attending five story-times.

American Girl: Cool Event
Where: Cool-De-Sac
When: Thursday, August 13,2009 @ 5:30pm
Are your girls into the American Girl collection? Then we have an event for you! Your daughter will have a chance to meet other girls like them with a love for the worlds of Felicity, Kaya, Josefina, Kirsten, Addy, Samantha, Kit, Molly, and Julie. Call to register as soon as possible( 305-446-1686 ) Don’t forget to bring your American Girl doll!
Regular admission costs

Sushi & Stroll
Where: The Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
When: Friday. August 14,2009 @ 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Come enjoy your Friday night at the beautiful Morikami Japanese Gardens and have some delicious sushi. This event also includes an amazing taiko drum performance.
Admission $5 (all ages) $2 drum performance – See website for sushi menu and prices.

Kevin & Caruso: New Wave Magic Show
Where: Deauville Beach Resort, 6701 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
When: On-going every Saturday night at 8pm
Adult Tickets – $19.95 each
Child Tickets – $12.95 each
www.bestshowinmiami.com
This magic show will be sure to impress your teenager’s! Take them out to a nice dinner on the beach and then the magic show and they will definitely have something to twitter about!

Free Sunday’s in August
Where: Fairchild  Botanical Gardens
When: Sunday, August 2, 2009 9:30am – 4:30pm
August 9,2009 9:30am – 4:30pm
August 16,2009 9:30am – 4:30pm
August 23,2009 9:30am – 4:30pm
August 30,2009 9:30am – 4:30pm

Fabulous First Friday
Where: Miami Science Museum
When: Friday, August 7, 2009
Free Planetarium Star Show (7:30pm) and rooftop observatory viewing (8:30pm – 10pm, weather permitting.)

Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog ™ Exhibit Grand Opening
Where: Miami Children’s Museum
When: Open now – October 11, 2009
Come visit Clifford at Miami Children’s Museum and enjoy Clifford arts and crafts, face painting and much more.

August Book Nook by the Bay
Where: Deering Estate
When: Saturday, August 1, 2009 10am- 12pm
Each month, the Deering Estate offers an environmentally themed topic, story-time and a host of activities. This month’s theme is Wacky Weather.
Free with admission to the estate

Luau Party with Sponge Bob Square Pants
Where: Cafe Bambini
When: Monday, August 3, 2009 @ 5:00pm
“Come Join Us and Have a Tiki Time at Cafe Bambini’s Luau Party.
Guest Appearance by Sponge Bob Square Pants Music, Dancing, Games, Prizes & More!!”
$10 with unlimited open play

The Falls Back-to-School Splash: Presented by South Florida Parenting Magazine
Where: The Falls Mall
When: August 8-9, 2009 12pm – 5pm
Free!!
www.simon.com/kidgits/#/parents/eventsintro
Kill two birds with one stone at this two day family fun event. You can get the kids school shopping done and keep the kids busy with some fun free activities such as paddle boats, inflatable rides, water and fishing rides and a dunk tank.

Bon Festival
Where: The Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
When: Saturday, August 8, 2009 @ 5:00pm – 9:00pm
The Bon Festival is inspired by Obon, Japan’s traditional three-day holiday honoring ancestors and thanking them for the quality of life enjoyed by the living.Highlights include rousing taiko drum performances, traditional Japanese folk dancing with audience participation, and a street fair with games and vendor booths.A special fireworks display caps the enchanting evening.
Admission $10 adults $5 children (ages4-7)