Reading Ready Toddle Story Time
Where: Miami Dade Public Library – Palmetto Bay Branch : 17641 Old Cutler Rd, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
When: Friday, August 5, 2011  @ 10:00 AM
Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers.

Phineas & Ferb Movie Premier Party
Where: Cool De Sac Dolphin Mall
When: Friday, August 5, 2011 @ 7:00pm
Friday, August 5th 6pm – 9pm & Dolphin Mall
Come bring the kids out for the Phineas and Ferb Movie Premier Party!
We will have a Where’s Perry? Contest that begins at 7pm, along with games, prizes and Phineas and Ferb activities throughout the evening.
There’s 104 of Summer Vacation, Come out and spend it with Cool-de-sac!

Free Sundays at Fairchild
Where: Fairchild Gardens
When: Sunday, August 7, 2011 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
A day at Fairchild is a day in paradise. Where else can you visit a tropical rainforest, view world class art, dine at an award winning café and do it all surrounded by the unparalleled beauty of nature? Only at Fairchild.

Spend a day exploring 83 acres of tropical palms, cycads, flowering trees and breathtaking vistas. Don’t miss plant sales, live music, yoga, food trucks, and free tram tours (limited seating) on these special Sundays.

Live Music (Garden House)
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Join us for the rhythms and beats of a  powerful drum circle.

Free Yoga (Garden House)
11:00 a.m.Rina Yoga teachers will be offering classes for the whole family. Bring your own mat and towel  and wear comfortable, loose clothing.

Local Food Trucks (Cycad Circle)
Enjoy enticing flavors prepared by Miami’s best food trucks. MexZican Gourmet will be serving authentic Mexican food created by Chef Ze Carlos Jimenez. Sakaya Kitchen will dish up savory Asian eats inspired by Chef Richard Hales. Stop by Real Sorbet and Totally Bananas for frozen treats to help you cool off on the warm summer day.

The Falls Super Sale Weekend: Tax Free!
Where: The Falls : 8888 SW 136 Street Miami, FL 33176
When : Friday, August 12 – 14, 2011
Before packing up the backpacks and heading back to class, back-to-school shoppers are encouraged to take advantage of great promotions offered by mall retailers during the Super Sale Weekend and take advantage of tax free purchases, beginning Fri., August 12, and lasting through Sun., August 14, at The Falls. Florida’s Tax Free Weekend affords shoppers a unique opportunity to get back into the swing of things for the upcoming school season.
www.simon.com

Back to School Splash
Where: The Falls : 8888 SW 136 Street Miami, FL 33176
When: Saturday & Sunday, August 6th & 7th, 2011 @ 12:00pm – 5:00pm
This weekend event will feature free activities including stage entertainment, hand-on crafts, paddle boats, inflatable rides, water and fishing games and a dunk tank.  A Pirate’s Cove Treasure Hunt will heat up some adventure and dozens of family-friendly exhibitors will provide kids’ activities, free samples and loads of fun to beat the heat and get ready for school!  The highly anticipated event draws loads of children and parents who look forward to enjoying a splash of summer diversions while shopping for their back-to-school needs at The Falls.
Back to School Splash activities will include:

• A real-size hamster ball ride, “car wash” bounce house, paddle boats, water slide and shoot ‘n shower basketball toss
• Design your own pirate hat or princess crown, courtesy of South Miami Hospital
• Children can bandage and cuddle bears that need some TLC at the Holtz * Children’s Hospital’s Teddy Bear Clinic!
• Build your own sand castle presented by Navarro Discount Pharmacy
• Come out and visit with everyone’s favorite monkey, Curious George
• Tropical lei craft activity sponsored by Jackson South Hospital
• Enjoy live entertainment on stage with MC James Changefield, including live music, magic and game shows
• Enjoy performances by Hip Hop Kidz and Polynesian Proud

www.sun-sentinel.com/features/south-florida-parenting

Tax Free Weekend at International Mall
Where: Miami International Mall : 1455 NW 107^th Avenue, Doral, Fla. 33172
When: Friday, August 12 – 14, 2011
Miami International Mall is celebrating the start of the school year with great promotions. Shoppers will enjoy super savings on the latest must-have fashions during tax-free weekend and will enjoy additional deals from many mall retailers during the Clearance Sidewalk Sale.
Families can also enjoy activities that are sure to get kids excited to pack their backpacks and head to class with the “Green is Cool for School” event. The free event will feature balloon art, giveaways, face painting and etiquette tips from Alicia Faccio.

Sat., August 13, 2011 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Green is Cool for School

Back to School Fun Fest
Where: Dolphin Mall: Ramblas, Entry 3 : 11401 NW 12th St, Miami , FL 33172
When: Saturday, August 13, 2011 @ 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Dolphin Mall will usher in the new school year with their annual Back to School fun fest on Saturday, August 13th from Noon to 5 p.m. at the center’s Ramblas Plaza area. Dolphin Mall’s Back to School’s Fun Fest includes special character sing-a-long shows, magic show, musical entertainment, face painters, games, hula hoop contests, balloons, giveaways and more.
Dolphin Mall will distribute an exclusive back to school deal flyer at the event featuring discounts as well as provide a free backpack with a purchase of $250 or more.  Customers must present same-day receipts totaling $250 or more at the information booth located in Ramblas Plaza to receive a free backpack. Customers can take advantage of the special backpack offer August 1st through August 21st or while supplies last. Limit one backpack per customer.
www.shopdolphinmall.com

Bon Festival
Where: Morikami Museum & Gardens
When: Saturday, August 13, 2011  @ 4:00pm – 9:00pm
Obon, or the Bon Festival, is a traditional Japanese observance held over a three-day period in the summer.  Obon signifies a time when the spirits of deceased family members are believed to return for a brief visit to the world of the living.  Obon is a joyous as well as solemn occasion, serving to honor ancestors and thank them for contributing to the quality of life enjoyed by the living.
Visit their website for more details.
www.morikami.org

You Tube: Bon Festival at Morikami Museum

Second Saturdays are Free for Families
Where: Miami Art Museum
When: Saturday, August 13, 2011 @  1:00pm – 04:00pm
A fun-filled afternoon to explore the museum, learn something new and create art with family. Presented by MetLife Foundation. Additional support provided by Salon Miami. For more information contact Education@miamiartmuseum.org or 305.375.4073.

MCM Kids Cooking Club with Christina
Where: Miami Children’s Museum
When: Saturday, August 20th 2011 @ 2:30 p.m.
The MCM Kids Cooking Club brings you healthy recipes you can try at home with your kids.

Fee Free “P.L.A.Y” Days
Where: Deering Estate
When: Saturday, August 20, 2011
As part of the Deering Estate’s annual FEE-FREE “P.L.A.Y.” DAYS, guests can enjoy free admission to the Deering Estate at Cutler on the following Saturdays:
Bring your family and friends and enjoy complimentary admission as well as hands on eco-art activities, science discovery programs, and historic house tours – all for free! Guests can take a stroll through the Artist Village where the Deering Estate’s Artists-in-Residence create and display works of art in studios.

Bookmark It