Nickelodeon’s Our World: Worldwide Day of Play and Community Health Day at Museum of Discovery and Science
Saturday, 09/28/2024-, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Free

The Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) will be participating in Nickelodeon’s Our World: Worldwide Day of Play, a day dedicated to joyful learning through play, on September 28. As part of this global initiative to promote healthy, mindful activity, MODS will be hosting its second annual Community Health Day, underwritten by BBX Capital Foundation, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the Museum will be FREE on this special day.

Nickelodeon’s Our World effort inspires kids and provides them with tools to activate their individual and collective agency. MODS, a member of the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM), is proud to be a vital collaborator in this event, reaching millions of families across North America.

Join the wellness journey and discover local options to strengthen, support and improve overall health. During Community Health Day, guests can:
• Explore healthy food choices and nutritious snacks
• Participate in stress-busting workshops
• Uncover secrets for a healthier, happier life
• Connect with local resources for health screenings
• Visit wellness booths

Children will enjoy active play and learn smart safety tips, aligning perfectly with the Worldwide Day of Play’s emphasis on joyful, active learning.

Guests to the Museum on Sept. 28 will also be amongst the first to explore the national exhibit SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem. This immersive experience, in partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, allows families to join the members of Mystery Inc. to analyze clues and put their problem-solving skills to the test. Young detectives and their families will work through the rooms of the mansion, unmask the jewel thief, discover the mansion’s secrets and meet different characters from the iconic TV show that has captivated fans for more than five decades. SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem was produced by The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis in partnership with Warner Bros. It is locally presented by Florida Prepaid College Savings Plan and sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

Experience MODS, South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the Museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

For more information about Nickelodeon’s Our World: Worldwide Day of Play, please visit childrensmuseums.org/dayofplay. For additional information about MODS’ Community Health Day, visit mods.org/event/mods-community-health-day.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Kids Adventures After Dark: Superhero Edition
Friday, 06/14/2024-, 05:00 pm-09:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Members: $35; Non-members: $40; $5 off each additional sibling

Children (ages 6 to 12 years old) are invited to an evening of fun and science with MODS educators. Caregivers will enjoy a kid-free night out while children have an action-packed evening exploring MODS after dark. The Museum adventure includes pizza, an IMAX film, exhibit exploration including the newest summer traveling exhibit Survival of the Slowest, produced by Little Ray’s Nature Centres in collaboration with the Canadian Museum of Nature and locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, as well as cool science shows and activities!
Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Space is limited. Preregistration is required at mods.org/event/kids-adventures-after-dark-8/ Registration is open through Friday the week of the event at 3 p.m.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Butterfly Release
Saturday, 05/18/2024-, 12:00 pm-02:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: $0 to $27

Experience love at first flight during the Museum of Discovery and Science’s (MODS) Butterfly Release into the Food Forest during our Asian-Pacific American Heritage Celebration! Learn about the fascinating life cycle and ecological role of these beautiful creatures on Saturday, May 18, at noon and 2 p.m.
Cost: Included with Museum Admission:

MODS Members and children under 2 – Free

Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Seniors $22

Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Seniors (65+) $25

Build A Better World Weekends at Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 04/06/2024-04/28/2024, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 2 – Free Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Senior (65+) $25

Get ready for an eco-extravaganza during MODS’ Build a Better World Weekends on Saturdays, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and on Sundays, from noon – 5 p.m. Dive into Florida’s unique coastal ecosystems, meet its fascinating wildlife and design solutions to protect endangered species.
• Exhibits, Shows and Demos: Design a solution to protect endangered species and upload your creation to the LEGO® Build the Change website to share your ideas with the world! Use LEGO® Bricks to design Build a Better Bus Stop that is socially equitable and environmentally-friendly or craft an Eco house using LEGO® Spike kits.
• Animal Encounters: Meet our resident native animals and learn how we can help improve their lives as fellow inhabitants of native Florida ecosystems.
• Watch an IMAX on the GIANT Screen: Secrets of the Seas, Flight of the Butterflies, Legend of the Enchanted Reef, Arctic: Our Frozen Planet and more!
• Career Connections: Learn about careers in engineering and architecture.
Just for early learners (ages 0-6): Use LEGO® Bricks to create habitats and learn how ecosystems around Florida are similar and different. Discover how habitats protect animals and how they are similar to our own home.

Children can also visit and investigate ocean marvels in MODS’ latest traveling exhibit, Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures, running through May 19. “Seas” the day and embark on the legendary Nautilus submarine with Captain Nemo for an interactive journey of underwater exploration! The exhibition was created and developed by the Australian National Maritime Museum, an Australian Government entity. Flying Fish manages the exhibit tour. It is locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.
Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Exhibits included with admission. Get tickets by visiting mods.org/tickets.

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Camp STEAMology: Voyage to the Deep Sea at Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 03/22/2024-, 09:00 am-03:30 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater
401 SW 2nd Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: $60 per child for MODS members; $70 per child for non-members. $15 aftercare fee per child. Multi-child Discount – Save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out.

School is out, but MODS’ Camp STEAMology is in!

What lurks deep in the ocean? Children ages 5 – 10 will dive into MODS’ newest traveling exhibit: Voyage to the Deep! “Seas” the day and learn undersea stories about Captain Nemo and his nautilus submarine, explore Jules Verne’s imaginary world and discover real-life wonders of the ocean.

Presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Camp STEAMology, is the ultimate age-appropriate camp experience, providing campers with interactive exploration and hands-on learning opportunities in the coolest camp environment, including a weekly IMAX immersion!

South Florida’s award-winning attraction features 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store, and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Camp STEAMology admission is $60 per child for MODS members and $70 per child for non-members. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out. Registration is required at mods.org/campdiscovery.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

History Fort Lauderdale’s Family Fun Day Featuring Meet & Greet with Authors George S. LeMieux & Laura E. Mize
Saturday, 02/24/2024-, 11:00 am-02:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW 2 Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present a free Family Fun Day, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Saturday, February 24. The day will feature kid-friendly activities presented in conjunction with museum partners Flamingo Gardens and NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale and will include a book signing and meet & greet with George LeMieux and Laura Mize, authors of Florida Heritage Kids. Their appearances are part of History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories,” a meet the author monthly series that offers literary and history enthusiasts a chance to speak with local authors, purchase their latest releases and have them signed.

Florida Heritage Kids is an insightful novel that takes readers on historical journeys from a Spanish settlement to the modern era, through the eyes of five young people – Alonso, Holata, Thomas, Madeleine, and Ruby. Their stories tell of soldiers storming an enemy fort during a chaotic hurricane, the tale of a young Indian warrior helping rescue the Tribe, fleeing from a cloud of mosquitoes so big it blocks out the sun and the learning experience of moving to a new tropical paradise. Florida Heritage Kids highlights culture, heritage, and the natural resources found in Florida, which gives readers a better understanding of the Sunshine State’s fundamentals. The book is available in History Fort Lauderdale’s Museum Shop, on Amazon.com, and at FloridaHeritageKids.com.

Florida native George S. LeMieux has enjoyed a long career in both the private and public sectors. He served as Florida’s 34th United States senator in the 111th Congress. He also served as Florida’s deputy attorney general and as former Governor Charlie Crist’s chief of staff. LeMieux is a practicing attorney and is a chairman on the board of Gunster. He founded the LeMieux Center for Public Policy at Palm Beach Atlantic University.

Laura E. Mize is an award-winning book author, an independent journalist, and a former reporter for The Palm Beach Post. Her work has been picked up by the Associated Press, published in newspapers across the country, and aired on National Public Radio. Her first book, Florida Made: The 25 Most Important Figures Who Shaped The State (written with George S. LeMieux), won the 2019 National Indie Excellence Award in the history genre. Mize has written extensively on Florida business, history, food, dining, and agriculture. Some of that work has appeared in The Local Palate, the premier magazine on Southern culinary culture. In addition, she has an extensive portfolio of health sciences writing for institutions such as Mayo Clinic and the University of Florida, and for the award-winning, internationally syndicated radio show Health in a Heartbeat.

Drinks and light bites will be provided. Guests may RSVP at https://bit.ly/HFLFloridaScribesGLLM.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

The Friends of Jack and Jill Center to Host Second Annual Joe DiMaggio Childrens Hospital Winter Carnival
Sunday, 02/04/2024-, 12:00 pm-04:00 pm
Jack & Jill Center, Halmos Family Building
1315 W. Broward Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale,, Florida, 33312
More Information
Cost: Individual tickets are available for $2 per person

The Friends of Jack & Jill Center will host its Second Annual Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Winter Carnival on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024, at Jack & Jill Center’s Halmos Family Building.

The community event will feature an exciting day of carnival rides, games, arts & crafts, delicious food, face painting, memorable photo opportunities, a live DJ and much more. Carnival rides will include Mechanical Swings, Inflatable Bounce Houses, a Four-In-One Sports Center, Pirate Ship Ride, Surf Up Surf Board, Obstacle Course and more. The public event is open to all ages.

The proceeds from the event will benefit Jack & Jill Center’s mission to strengthen children and families through innovative education, supportive programming and community engagement. Jack & Jill Center supports children of high-need working families through quality early childhood education, elementary education, family strengthening program and HEALTH Program to ensure every child and family has the tools they need to be successful. Jack & Jill Center has served 30,000 children and families in South Florida since 1942.

LEGO® Weekend at the Museum of Discovery and Science
Saturday, 01/27/2024-01/28/2024, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Included with Museum admission: MODS Members and children under 2 – Free. Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Senior (65+) $25

Unleash your imagination, ignite your natural curiosity, and inspire endless adventures celebrating International LEGO® Day at MODS!
Build the change to solve real-world challenges with LEGO® bricks. Have fun constructing a Rube Goldberg machine and other Makerspace activities. Even the littlest builders (ages 0-6) can join the LEGO® Coding dance party and create their own habitats. It’s a day of creativity, innovation, and endless fun! Included with Museum admission.
Kids can also surf the wave of excitement at MODS with Voyage to the Deep, a new traveling exhibit. “Seas” the day and embark on the legendary Nautilus submarine with Captain Nemo for an interactive journey of underwater exploration!

Discover Jules Verne’s mythical world of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by diving into the Cabinet of Curiosities, where you’ll come face-to-face with the most bizarre and awe-inspiring marine specimens imaginable! Then, channel your inner explorer and tinker with the groundbreaking gadgets and gizmos that made Admiral Peary and Matthew Henson Arctic legends during the early 1900s. Assemble your crew, gather your sea legs and join us for a once-in-a- lifetime oceanic odyssey that’ll make your wildest nautical dreams come true! The Voyage to the Deep exhibition was created and developed by the Australian National Maritime Museum, an Australian Government entity. Flying Fish manages the exhibit tour.

Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Get tickets by visiting mods.org/tickets.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl

Kids Adventures After Dark: LEGO® Night at MODS
Friday, 01/26/2024-01/26/2024, 05:00 pm-09:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater
401 SW 2nd Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Members: $35; Non-members: $40; Sibling discount: $5 off each additional sibling

Calling all curious minds (ages 6 to 12) for a night bursting with creativity at Kids Adventures After Dark: LEGO® Night at Museum of Discovery and Science!

Get ready for a night filled with endless possibilities. Unleash your inner scientist and build your very own volcano using LEGO® bricks. Then, witness the magic unfold as you make it erupt with a burst of colors using vinegar, baking soda, and food coloring. Cultivate your crafted creations! Snuggle up for an awe-inspiring screening of DREAM BIG: Engineering Our World.

Discover the incredible feats of engineering that push the boundaries of innovation and journey into the limitless possibilities of imagination with our Chill Cinema! Buckle up for a scientific expedition on our Mars Rover simulator. Feel the thrill of exploration and dive into the depths of space in our 7D theater for a full-blown sensory adventure with an imagination Brace yourselves for a mind-blowing KaBoom! Show. Witness the magic of science as we speculate science. Learn about the states of matter and experience explosive chemical reactions that will leave you in awe! Parents, take a well-deserved night off while your young explorers embark on a thrilling adventure filled with fun, friends, and fantastic discoveries!

Kids can also surf the wave of excitement at MODS with Voyage to the Deep, a new traveling exhibit. “Seas” the day and embark on the legendary Nautilus submarine with Captain Nemo for an interactive journey of underwater exploration!

Discover Jules Verne’s mythical world of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by diving into the Cabinet of Curiosities, where you’ll come face-to-face with the most bizarre and awe-inspiring marine specimens imaginable! Then, channel your inner explorer and tinker with the groundbreaking gadgets and gizmos that made Admiral Peary and Matthew Henson Arctic legends during the early 1900s. Assemble your crew, gather your sea legs and join us for a once-in-a- lifetime oceanic odyssey that’ll make your wildest nautical dreams come true! The Voyage to the Deep exhibition was created and developed by the Australian National Maritime Museum, an Australian Government entity. Flying Fish manages the exhibit tour.

Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

The cost per child for members is $35; non-members: $40 and a discount is available for $5 off each additional sibling. Price includes IMAX film and a pizza dinner.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Ocean Weekends at Museum of Discovery and Science
Saturday, 01/06/2024-01/28/2024, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater
401 SW 2nd Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost:

included with Museum Admission:

MODS Members and children under 2 – Free;

Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22

Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Senior (65+) $25

POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance & Noon Year’s Eve at Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 12/31/2023-, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater
401 SW 2nd Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 2 – Free; Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Senior (65+) $25

Beginning at 11:30 a.m. on December 31, experience an exciting and magical holiday time with POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance! Adapted from the award-winning book and Telly Award-winning holiday film, POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance takes audiences on an exhilarating journey alongside three best friends who master music, magic and circus skills for the holiday season at a secret university before sharing their talents with the world. Then, dance in the New Year at our Noon Year’s Eve ball drop sponsored by Dunkin’.

South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Children can also visit MODS’ newest traveling exhibit “Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails!” Rail. The exhibit was created by the Minnesota Children’s Museum in partnership with Mattel, Inc. and is nationally presented by Fisher-Price.

The Museum of Discovery and Science is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. All activities are included with Museum admission.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Winter Break Camp STEAMology at Museum of Discovery and Science
Tuesday, 12/26/2023-12/29/2023, 09:00 am-03:30 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: $240 per child for MODS members; $280 per child for non-members. Aftercare tuition is $45 per child.

School is out but Camp STEAMology is in! Children ages 5 – 10 can travel “Around the World” December 26 – 29, from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

In this four-day program, campers will learn about the different continents of the world diving into the science of zoology, migration and behavioral patterns, weather models and more. They’ll even engineer a coral nursery that is resilient to weather fluctuations. Children will explore different cultures around the world and create an art piece with diverse cultural influences.

South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Children can also visit MODS’ newest traveling exhibit “Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails!” Rail. The exhibit was created by the Minnesota Children’s Museum in partnership with Mattel, Inc. and is nationally presented by Fisher-Price.

Presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, STEAMology camp admission is $240 per child for MODS members and $280 per child for non-members. Aftercare tuition is $45 per child. Registration is required at mods.org/campdiscovery.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Davie After Dark at The Haunt
Saturday, 10/28/2023-10/29/2023, 04:00 pm-06:00 pm
The Haunt
3900 SW 100th Ave,
Davie, Florida, 33328
Website
Cost: $15.00 to $45.00

Our twilight experience was developed by popular request for a family-friendly, mildly scary experience. We open one of our trails in the comfort of light just before dusk, allowing families to bring their young children for a “not so scary” experience. Don’t forget to upgrade to our New Safe “Trick-or-Treat” option for extra fun! Ideal for ages 10 and under with a reasonable maturity level. 

For more details and to purchase tickets visit our website

The Haunt Dates and Times:

Friday the 13th 7PM-2AM

Saturday 14th 7PM-1AM

Friday 20th 7PM-1AM

Saturday 21st 7PM-2AM

Thursday 26th 7PM-12AM

Friday 27th 7PM-2AM

Saturday 28th 7PM-2AM

Sunday 29th 7PM-12AM

Tuesday 31st, Halloween, 7PM-12AM

Family Friendly Twilight Trail Dates and Times:

October 21st, 28th, and 29th from 4PM-6PM

Jack & Jill Center and The Salvation Army of Fort Lauderdale to Host Trunk-or-Treat
Tuesday, 10/24/2023-, 05:00 pm-07:00 pm
Salvation Army
100 SW 9th Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Free

Jack & Jill Center and the Salvation Army of Fort Lauderdale have teamed up to ensure the children in the community have a safe and fun Halloween.

To celebrate Spooky Season, the nonprofit organizations will host Trunk-or-Treat with the theme “Superheroes and Storybooks” at the Salvation Army on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 5–7 p.m. Trunk-or-Treaters of all ages are welcome to dress up as their favorite Disney, Marvel, DC, Fairy Tale Superhero or Storybook Character and trick-or-treat from various Halloween-decorated car trunks. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

The organizations are still accepting vehicles to participate as the decorated “trunks” as well as peanut-free “treat” donations. Event sponsorships and underwriting opportunities are now available. Sponsorships range from $250 to $2,500.

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at The LOOP
Friday, 09/29/2023-10/01/2023, 05:00 pm-04:00 pm
Las Olas Oceanside Park
3000 E. Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
Website
Cost: Free

Celebrated in the United States annually from Sept. 15 – Oct. 15, National Hispanic Heritage Month pays tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched the nation and society. Recognizing the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens, whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America, The LOOP’s month-long celebration will shine a spotlight on the people behind the small businesses who participate in its weekend markets. A special weekend of festivities will take place Sept. 29–Oct. 1.
 
Building off The LOOP’s four pillars of engagement, “F.A.M.E.,” and its mission to provide “Infinite Experience for Everyone Under the Sun,” the free, family-friendly Hispanic Heritage Month celebration weekend will showcase Hispanic food, art, music, movies, and entertainment. Attendees of The MKT at Las Olas Oceanside Park will also be treated to cooking demonstrations, Flamenco dance lessons, and Loteria (Mexican Bingo) for prizes. 
 
Each Sunday, from 12–3 p.m., Sept. 17–Oct. 15, The LOOP will feature live performances from various Hispanic musicians and bands. Attendees are invited to relax at one of the tables under the shaded canopies and umbrellas to enjoy the rotation of live music while they shop and stroll The MKT vendors. The MKT is open on Saturdays from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. For a preview of the makers and small business vendors who proudly share their passion and Hispanic pride at The MKT at Las Olas Oceanside Park, visit theloopflb.com/hispanic-heritage-month-2023/.
The full Hispanic Heritage Month lineup includes:
Performers and times are subject to change

More @TheMKT Musical Performances – Sundays from 12 – 3 p.m.
* Sept. 17 – Flavio Sousa and Flamenco Dancer (Argentina, Flamenco Guitar)
* Sept. 24 – Greg Diamond (Latin-infused Contemporary Jazz)
* Oct. 8 – Sugar Music Trio (Venezuela, Pop)
* Oct. 15 – Mister Conjunto Band (Cuba, Salsa)
 
The G Classic 3v3 Basketball Tourney – Saturday, Sept. 16, 2–8 p.m.
* The inaugural 24 team charity basketball tournament, named after the late great Gyerard Reid, will take place at Las Olas Oceanside Park and will feature food, drinks, a live DJ and vendors. All proceeds will benefit the Reid family and a charity of their choice.
 
Friday, Sept. 29, 5–10 p.m.  
* 5–10 p.m.: The MKT featuring Mexican Foods and Virgin Mocktails (available for purchase) and complimentary Make-Your-Own Maracas Craft Station
* 6:30–7:30 p.m.: Pre-Movie Performance: Mariachi Mexicano Mariachi Band
* 7:15–9 p.m.: Movies by Moonlight
* Featured Film: Coco, Rated PG
* Synopsis: Aspiring musician Miguel, confronted with his family’s ancestral ban on music, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather, a legendary singer.
 
Saturday, Sept. 30, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.  
* 9 a.m.–4 p.m.: The MKT at Las Olas Oceanside Park, authentic Hispanic Food, Art & Makers
* 9:30 – 11 a.m.: Flamenco dance performance and workshop with Luna Cale Company
* 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: Performance: SonQba Band (Cuba, Son, Salsa, Merengue, Bolero)
* 12:30–1:30 p.m.: Cooking demonstration with Saucy Lips co-founder, Natalia Dalton Salazar, in partnership with Royal Prestige Cookware
* 1:30–3 p.m.: Performance: Caseroloops (Venezuela, Caribbean Rock)
 
Sunday, Oct. 1, 10 a.m.– 4 p.m.  
* 10 a.m.–4 p.m.: The MKT at Las Olas Oceanside Park, authentic Hispanic Food, Art & Makers
* Complimentary Make-Your-Own Maracas Craft Station (while supplies last)
* 10–11 a.m.: Complimentary Socaton Fitness Class
* 11 a.m.–12 p.m.: Cooking demonstration with Fusion Healthy315 chef-owner, Yeni Ramos, in partnership with Royal Prestige Cookware
* 12–3 p.m.: Performance: Sabor Latino Latin Jazz Band
 
Where:
Las Olas Oceanside Park: 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
 
Cost: Free and open to the public.
 
Link:  theloopflb.com/events/hispanic-heritage-month/

The LOOP Fort Lauderdale Beach Swings into Spring at the 3rd Annual Spring Fling EGGstravaganza
Sunday, 04/02/2023-, 09:00 am-02:00 pm
Las Olas Oceanside Park
3000 E. Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
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Cost: Free

Spring has sprung on Fort Lauderdale Beach! The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park) will swing into the spring season with the 3rd Annual Spring Fling EGGstravaganza. The event will provide a “hole” lot of fun for the whole family to enjoy.

Sponsored in major part by the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Beach Improvement District, attendees are encouraged to bring their baskets, choose between two egg hunts for children of all ages, and recycle their egg hunt eggs into make-and-take pieces of art. Following the hunt, guests can enjoy a special round of Golf with the Bunny, photo ops, the farmers market and entertainment, which include:

• Farmer’s Market, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Shop and stroll local vendors displaying an eclectic selection of art, clothing, jewelry, home goods, pet supplies, body care and more. Following the egg hunt, local food vendors will have all the makings to purchase all the makings for a picnic to enjoy on the main lawn.
• Egg Hunt ‘Scramble,’ 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Children 13 and under are encouraged to bring an Easter basket and gather on the water feature at 10 a.m. for The LOOP’s egg hunt countdown. The egg hunt will be divided into three approximate starting times. Children under 5 will begin at 10 a.m., children ages 6-9 will begin at 10:30 a.m. and children ages 10-13 will begin at 11 a.m. Free pre-registration online is encouraged.
• Golden Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Start searching! Meet at the Pixar Putt Hut for the Golden Egg Hunt Countdown. There will be six golden eggs hidden around Las Olas Oceanside Park. The lucky few to find the golden eggs will enjoy a round of Pixar Putt with the Easter Bunny. Day of only – tickets valid for a family of 4 with a start time of 11:30 a.m.
• Golf with the Bunny, 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Don’t miss the last chance to play a round of Pixar Putt at Las Olas Oceanside Park on this final day of the Fort Lauderdale tour. A limited number of discounted tickets, sponsored by the LOOP, are available for tee times between 11:30 – 2 p.m.
• Children’s Arts & Crafts: In recognition of Earth Month, The LOOP’s children’s craft corner will feature make-and-take crafts that are good for the planet by recycling the egg hunt eggs into a flower, dinosaur or egg in a cup. Day of crafts available while supplies last.

When:
Sunday, April 2, 2023
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Where:
Las Olas Oceanside Park: 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

The most convenient place to park to access the event is the Las Olas Beach Parking Garage, where the PayByPhone payment option can be used, and parking can be extended from anywhere using the mobile PayByPhone App.

Cost:
The egg hunts and arts & craft stations are free and open to the public.
A limited number of Golf with the Easter Bunny tickets ($12.50 pp) are available to purchase at https://theloopflb.com/events/spring-fling/

How:
For more information, please visit https://theloopflb.com/events/spring-fling/.

About The LOOP
A cornerstone of activity, The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park) is the central hub of the new $65 million, the four-park system at the heart of Fort Lauderdale Beach. The public greenspaces, including the Intracoastal Promenade, Las Olas Beach Garage Sunset Terrace, and DC Alexander Park, aim to provide infinite experiences for everyone under the sun and year-round activity in Fort Lauderdale’s oceanfront backyard. For more information, visit theloopflb.com or contact info@theloopflb.com. Follow The LOOP on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/theloopflb and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theloopflb/.