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AROUND TOWN..................... 9 – 14 PLACES OF WORSHIP DIRECTORY.................................................... 10 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS DIRECTORY............................................ 14

EVENTS................................. 15 – 22 FEBRUARY - APRIL 2018 EVENTS DIRECTORY........................... 16 - 17 PLANTATION’S KIDS NEWS.................................................. 18 - 19 BIRTHDAYS & SPECIAL EVENTS DIRECTORY....................................20

DIRECTORY............................ 23 – 40 Pl anta tio n S po rts & A ctivi tie s D ire ctor y | I ssu e 45 | Fe b r u a r y - A p r i l 2018

SPORTS DIRECTORY.................................................................. 24 - 31

ACTIVITIES DIRECTORY.............................................................. 31 - 37 THANKS COACH............................................................................ 40

FAMILY HEALTH...................... 41 – 46 FAMILY HEALTH PROVIDER DIRECTORY......................................... 44 - 45 Larry Saffer: Personalized Income Deferral............................................. 46 School Choice Deadline.................................................................... 46

SCHOOLS............................. 47 – 56 Seminole Middle School: Opportunities For Every Student to Shine.......48 Broward County 2017 - 2018 & 2018 - 2019 School Calendar........48 Mirror Lake Elementary: What’s Ahead in 2018...............................51 Tropical Elementary: Enters 2018 in Full Swing!................................52 Huntington Learning Center: Academic Super Star of the Quarter.........52 Plantation High School: Varsity Football 2017 - 2018........................53 South Plantation High: Scholarships Galore!.....................................54 Plantation Park Elementary: Be All You Can Be at PPE!........................55 New River Middle: Marine Science Magnet Program........................55 ACADEMIC DIRECTORY..............................................................56 SCHOOLS DIRECTORY................................................................57 Louder Than a Bomb Poetry Contest................................................58

SPRING BREAK & SUMMER CAMPS................... 59 – 64 CAMP DIRECTORY............................................................... 62 - 64

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Our Team MARGOT LYONS PULERI President / Publisher (954) 806-9714 Direct MargotPuleri@gmail.com

NIKKI READING Area Publisher Davie/Cooper City/SW Ranches (954) 296-3285 Direct 1nikkisports@gmail.com

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KIM KADEL Area Publisher Coral Springs & Parkland (954) 803-2140 CSPDirectory1@gmail.com

LINDA LOMBARDI Territory Representative (305) 989-9380 Direct LindaSports1@aol.com CAROLYN LASS Territory Representative (954) 696-2821 CarolynSports1@aol.com TINA STRAUSS School Liaison (954) 347-3992 tinaschools1@gmail.com JENNIFER GOWENS Creative Director raskugroup@aol.com SPECIAL THANKS TO Contributing Writers • Tina Strauss • Valerie L. Moran Contributing Photographers • Tadd Fisher • Linda Lombardi • Tina Strauss TOP SPIN PUBLISHING, INC. Sports & Activities Directory (954) 806-9714 Office 2114 N. Flamingo Road, #1269 Pembroke Pines, FL 33028 Website: www.sportsandactivities.com

Dear Readers,

I, for one, am thrilled that winter in Florida is about over! Temperatures in the 30’s - 40’s are not my idea of enjoyable unless I am skiing the slopes in Colorado. For me, all the beauty of living in Florida is enjoying our beaches and outdoor sports, activities and events for which I am physically and mentally ill-equipped to do when it is freezing and windy! Let’s be honest, we are spoiled in South Florida and 50° should always be our lowest temperature limit. So, Mother Nature, bring on the HEAT! This issue of Sports & Activities brings a few wonderful changes for our readers, along with the rise in temperatures. First, this February - April issue now features a special section for Spring Break & Summer Camps. Typically we would only have Spring Break Camps listed in our directory in February - April, then run one big summer camp issue in May. However, our readers and advertisers have given us the heads up that May is too late to introduce Summer Camps and by then the early registration discounts have passed. We listened and delivered! Please see the last purple tabbed section of this issue to see the many diverse camp offerings with sizable early registration discounts, and be sure to let them know where you found their ad! Our second change is that this will be my last issue as Publisher of the Weston Sports & Activities Directory. Please welcome Kim Kadel as the new Publisher/Licensee of Weston! Kim currently owns and publishes the Coral Springs/Parkland Sports & Activities Directory, and she has done an outstanding job building and growing that publication while making concrete connections in the community. This dynamic woman has great plans for the Weston Directory as well, as she grows her publishing business to two areas. Please feel free to contact her for any ideas or business involvement you may have for the future Weston issues. As with many changes, opportunities for growth present themselves. The Sports & Activities Directory currently serves 5 areas in Broward County and we are looking to grow to more! Opportunities are here right now to be your own publisher and licensee of a Sports & Activities Directory. We provide the knowledge, the tools and the training. You bring an entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic and a smile. Within 6 months, we will have you ready to distribute your first Sports & Activities Directory. We are also hiring 3-4 Representatives for any/all of our existing areas and 1-2 Corporate Account Executives. Requirements: Personable, Professional, Multi-Tasker with reliable transportation, basic computer skills, a willingness to learn and involve yourself with our communities. Contact MargotPuleri@gmail.com for more information on Licensing or Territory Positions. As the New Year unfolds our 16th year of publishing this unique directory, I’d like to take a minute to thank some of our longest and cherished advertisers who, through thick and thin, have been with us for well over a decade consistently! Their loyalty to us is a testament to how we target and reach the active family market with zero waste, yielding the most effective marketing results for their investment. So here are our top ten advertisers that have never missed an issue: Tag Gymnastics, Bons Orthodontics, Educando A America, The Swim Academy, Florida Super Stars, Bright & Smart Robotics & Engineering, Temple Dor Dorim Early Childhood Center, A World of Knowledge, Gravity Gymnastics, and Broadway Kids! Thank you for letting us grow your business, it is an honor to work with you all! Wishing you all the best of health, happiness and success in 2018! My best to you,

Margot

Special thank you to our Issue Sponsor

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Places of Worship Directory APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN CHURCH

OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH

RAMAT SHALOM SYNAGOGUE

750 NW 46th Avenue, Plantation (954) 587-7634

8001 NW 5th Street, Plantation (954) 473-6888 oslplantation.church

11301 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation (954) 472-3600 ramatshalom.org

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CALVARY CHAPELPLANTATION CAMPUS

11801 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation (954) 905-5000 www.theworshipcenter.net CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 851 NW 112th Avenue, Plantation (954) 370-7774 www.lds.org FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 150 NW 46th Avenue, Plantation (954) 583-1920 www.fbcplantation.org FIRST SPANISH BAPTIST CHURCH OF PLANTATION 1261 SW 55th Terrace, Plantation (954) 584-5113 FT. LAUDERDALE BAPTIST TEMPLE 1490 NW Flamingo Road, Plantation (954) 472-5750 JEHOVAH’S WITNESS KINGDOM HALL 11351 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation (954) 475-2425 KING JESUS MINISTRY/ EL REY JESUS 1490 N. Flamingo Road, Plantation (954) 474-7571

PLANTATION BAPTIST CHURCH 11700 NW 28th Court, Plantation (954) 473-2424 plantationbaptist.org PLANTATION COMMUNITY CHURCH 501 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation (954) 581-5276 pccflorida.org PLANTATION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH USA 901 NW 70th Avenue, Plantation (954) 587-0830 PLANTATION SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

ST. BENEDICT’S EPISCOPAL 7801 NW 5th Street, Plantation (954) 473-6578 www.saintbenedicts.org ST. GREGORY CATHOLIC CHURCH 200 N. University Drive, Plantation (954) 473-6261 www.cherubim.org TEMPLE KOL AMI EMANU-EL 8200 Peters Road, Plantation (954) 472-1988 tkae.org WAY OF LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 11810 NW 19th Street, Plantation (954) 423-2277

11701 NW 4th Street, Plantation (954) 473-4991

WEST BROWARD CHURCH OF CHRIST

PLANTATION UNITED METHODIST

12550 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation (954) 475-7172 www.wbcofc.org

1001 NW 70th Avenue, Plantation (954) 584-7500 www.pumc.net PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH 1101 SW 49th Avenue, Plantation (954) 581-5009 www.godreigns.org

WESTGATE BAPTIST CHURCH 901 N. Hiatus Road, Plantation (954) 472-6852 www.westgatebaptist.org ZOE’-LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTER, INC. 6500 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation (954) 792-3683

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Clubs & Organizations BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF BROWARD COUNTY Help children reach their full potential, through professionally supported, and one-to-one relationships with measurable impact. To learn more about becoming a mentor, enrolling your child into the programs, or making a donation, visit their website at bbbsbroward.org info@bbbsbroward.org. 4101 Ravenswood Road, Suite 123, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312. (954) 584-9990.

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF BROWARD COUNTY Special focus on at-risk youth between ages 7-18 years old, with 12 facilities serving 12,000 registered members. To learn more about becoming involved with the local Boys & Girls Clubs visit their website at www.bgcbc.org - Rick and Rita Case Unit: 7525 N.W. 33rd St., Davie, FL 33024. (954) 433-9000.

FRIENDS OF THE HELEN B. HOFFMAN PLANTATION LIBRARY

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A small group of friends, who shared a common interest in books, formed this club in 1970. Their mission was to: “Promote and foster the use and growth of the Plantation Library.” Meetings are the 2nd Monday of each month. Coffee is served at 9:30AM and the meeting begins at 10:00AM Book Sales: 1st Saturday, 3rd Saturday, and 3rd Friday of each month. 501 N Fig Tree Ln., Plantation, FL 33317. (954) 797-2140.

GFWC PLANTATION WOMAN’S CLUB The Club, founded in 1949, is proud of its many contributions to residents, city parks, police and fire departments. The Club sponsors students who are Plantation residents at Florida’s public colleges and universities with financial scholarships. They donate to public schools and promote a wide variety of community improvement projects. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month, September through May, at Deicke Auditorium, 5701 Cypress Road, Plantation 33317. For more information contact: President Darlene Vlazny at (954) 295-0754, Membership Chair Pat Hinde at (954) 661-3830, or visit their website at: www.gfwcplantationwomansclub.com.

GIRL SCOUTS OF BROWARD COUNTY The Girl Scouts of Broward County provides informal educational programs, for girls between ages 5-18. It is a safe, and fun place for girls to discover, connect, and take action. Girl scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. For more information visit their website at www.gssef.org - 4701 NW 33rd Avenue, Oakland Park, FL 33309. (954) 739-7660.

THE GREATER PLANTATION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Chamber serves as a catalyst for the economic success of its members, and the dynamic City of Plantation. Providing opportunities for growth, leadership, community partnership, and a voice for the business community. Meetings: Free Networking Mornings - Leads Groups Monthly Membership Breakfasts - Special Events. For more information visit their website at www.plantationchamber.org - 7401 NW 4th Street, Plantation, FL 33317. (954) 587-1410.

HEALTHY MOTHERS, HEALTHY BABIES COALITION OF BROWARD COUNTY Dedicated to reducing infant deaths by providing resources, education to pregnant women, parents, and their families. A community leader in providing services to pregnant women, teens, and families for more than 20 years. Provides access to prenatal care, education, advocacy, and public awareness for all families in Broward County, especially for those who are unable to afford private care. For more information visit their website at www.hmhbbroward.org, (954) 765-0550.

KIDS IN DISTRESS AUXILIARY KIDS is a local non-profit agency, providing a full continuum of care, dedicated to the treatment and prevention of child abuse. The KID Auxiliary is a warm hearted volunteer group, which supports educational, and social events, while raising public awareness through their ongoing fundraising efforts. For further information on meetings and on how to get involved visit their website at www.kidaux.org - kidaux@yahoo.com, (954) 252-3365.

KIWANIS CLUB OF PLANTATION The KIWANIS Club of Plantation has served the community for more than 58 years. The club provides scholarships to high school students and various items for food banks. They also sponsor KIWANIS youth organizations in elementary, middle and high schools and collages. The Club meets at 12 noon on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th Wednesday of every month at Duffy’s Sports Grill, 811 S. University Drive in the Fountains Shopping Center. On the 4th Thursday they meet at the Deicke Auditorium for dinner at 6:30PM. For more information, contact Bill Harber, club secretary, harberlights@hotmail.com or (954) 720-4755.

KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS The Fraternal Order promotes enhancing the community through service. Meetings are each Wednesday at 7:00pm. The organization is for men and it is non-sectarian, fraternal order. Membership dues are $50 annually and all moneys raised go 100% to charities. To become a member, donate, or contact the Knights, contact Allan Fogelman. (954) 770-3437.

THE LEADING EDGE A new trend-setting concept in networking. We differentiate ourselves by cultivating business through developing relationships based on trust and expertise which allows our businesses to grow. This exclusive organization is open for new members. Meetings are held on Mondays at 12:00 at 2750 SW 145th Avenue, Miramar 33027. Contact us for more information at (754) 300-6238.

LOPSTER’S KIDS CLUB Do you love animals? Do you want to learn more about taking care of dogs, cats and other pets? Do you want to help the homeless animals? Then join Lopster’s Kids Club at the Humane Society of Broward County. The Club meets once a month, for an hour and a half, after school. Lopster has two clubs: The Lil Pups, ages 6 to 9 years old, and The Big Dogs, ages 10 to 13 years old. To sign up download a registration form at www.humanebroward.com. (954) 989-3977.

MAKE A WISH FOUNDATION OF SOUTH FLORIDA Each wish experience exceeds even the child’s expectations, transporting them from a world of doctors, and hospitals, to a world where anything is possible. The foundation grants wishes to children between the ages of 2-18 with life-threatening health conditions. 4491 South State Road 7, Suite 201, Davie, FL 33314. www.sfla.wish.org. (954) 967-9474.

MOMS CLUB OF PLANTATION A support group designed just for the stay-at-home mother of today! If you want a variety of activities for you and your children, and if you are proud of your choice of stay-at-home mothering, this is the club for you. There’re meetings daily, weekly, and monthly, for various activities. momsclubplantation@yahoo.com.

PLANTATION HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Plantation Historical Society meets every 4th Thursday of the month, at the Plantation Historical Museum at 511 North Fig Tree Lane, behind the Plantation Library. They coordinate new exhibits, collect historical information, run tours of the museum, and conduct extensive research. Free Admission. Contact them for membership information. (954) 797-2722.

THE PLANTATION JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB The Plantation Junior Women’s Club, founded in 1960, is a non-profit club that provides community service to the city, it’s schools and was key in founding the South Florida chapter of “Make A Wish”. The club combines social and cultural interests and welcomes all women to join, you do not have to live in Plantation to become a member. The general club meeting is held the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Deicke Auditorium (5701 Cypress Rd) in Plantation at 7:30pm. For more information go to www.pjwcfl.org or call at (954) 903-7725.

PLANTATION UNIT OF PARLIAMENTARIANS Established in 1985, for people interested in parliamentary law, and in learning how to preside over a meeting. They are members of the Florida State Association of Parliamentarians & National Association of Parliamentarians. Meetings are the first Tuesday of each month, from 7:00PM to 9:00PM at the Broward Government Center. Meetings are free to the public. - Broward Government Center: 1 University Drive, Plantation, FL. (954) 791-2156.

ROTARY CLUB OF PLANTATION An organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide. Provides humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. The main objective of Rotary is service in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world. For more information and to learn more about membership visit their website at www.plantationrotaryclub.org, (954) 261-2113.

SOUTH FLORIDA JUBILEE CHORUS

A women’s singing organization that rehearses every Thursday night in Plantation, and performs a cappella four-part harmony around the South Florida Area whenever it gets the chance! South Florida Jubilee Chorus is a local, award winning chapter of Sweet Adelines International (SAI) a worldwide organization of women singers dedicated to preserving the barbershop style. Singing a cappella music, ringing chords, and hearing those close harmonies is a honed skill that our members enjoy, and learn at each rehearsal and at music schools that are provided by the International organization. We are accepting new members, and also are available for bookings. Call (954) 678-4223 or go to www.southfloridajubilee.com for more information.

VOICES FOR CHILDREN OF BROWARD COUNTY

Nonprofit organization dedicated to raising money for and awareness of the Guardian Ad Litem Program, which provides an advocate for abused and neglected children. Children benefit greatly from the advocacy of a Guardian ad Litem, a trained volunteer from the community, who simply wants to make sure the best interests of the children are served. The Guardian ad Litem program recruits, trains and supervises volunteers who work one on one with these children. To join and support Voices for Children, or to learn more about volunteering as a Guardian Ad Litem, visit their website at www.voicesbroward.org or email info@voicesbroward.org.

MORE ORGANIZATIONS - CITY OF PLANTATION - WWW.PLANTATION.ORG • • • • • • •

Broward on Broadway: (954) 805-2192. ChildNet: (954) 414-6001. Community Outreach (Crime Prevention Officers Assoc.): (954) 916-5602. Plantation Art Guild: (954) 475-1406. Plantation Elks & Elkettes: (954) 742-8840. Plantation Orchid Society: (954) 584-4796. S.P.C.A. Wildlife Care Center: (954) 524-4302.

EVENTS

FEBRUARY

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18

5:30PM - 9:30PM. Enjoy a fun night out with family and friends! Trucks are serving up a variety of different foods on each truck and are experienced chefs. Contact the Plantation Heritage Park or visit FoodTruckInvasion.com for additional details. Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation 33317. (954) 357-5135.

11:00AM & 1:00PM SHOWTIMES. Nugget, a minnow, and Fang, a shark, get along swimmingly until Nugget’s first day of minnow school. There, Nugget learns that minnows are supposed to be afraid of sharks! Fang is moping in deep waters when he notices that Nugget and his minnow schoolmates are caught up in some big trouble. Can Fang save the day and prove he’s a true friend? Enjoy complimentary pre-show art activities and other surprises! TICKETS: $14 - $18. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

EVERY WEEKEND, FEBRUARY 9 -25

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10

10:00AM. Constantly bullied and picked on by the “cool” rats, Marvin the Mouse is labeled as “a loser” and “a geek.” As an escape, Marvin retreats into his science books and a world of fantasy where he travels to the surface of the moon on his homemade rocket. A glow-in-the-dark adventure tale which celebrates differences, Moon Mouse: A Space Odyssey combines dance, puppetry and traditional theater accented by electro-luminescent wires that create dazzling and colorful 3D sculptures. TICKETS: $7.20. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT IN FEBRUARY

FOOD TRUCK NIGHTS IN PLANTATION

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ACTORS COMMUNITY THEATRE

The Actors Community Theatre will be performing Four Weddings and an Elvis this February. Friday and Saturday evening shows at 8:00pm and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00pm. Tickets are available at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center, online at brownpapertickets.com or by calling (954) 473-0372, $10 in advance, $12 at the door and $8 for ACT Members or groups of 10 or more.

WEEKENDS BEGINNING FEBRUARY 10

FLORIDA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL

10:00AM - SUNSET. Travel back in time to the 16th Century at the 26th Annual Florida Renaissance Festival, coming to Quiet Waters Park. Over 100 Artisans selling their wares, Over 100 Performers to entertain, Kid’s Kingdom, Entertainment and Food and Drynk fit for a King! It’s a Fun Family Event for All Ages! Also open Monday President’s Day. For tickets and information visit www.ren-fest.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3

9TH ANNUAL WALK FOR WISHES IN BROWARD COUNTY

This 5K Walk/Run helps us raise money to grant local children with critical illnesses their wishes. To register in advance, visit www.walkforwishessfla.net. On-site registration will be available; however, prices will increase by $5. For more information, please contact Emily White at ewhite@sflawish.org. Markham Park – 16001 W. State Rd. 84, Sunrise, FL 33326.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5

JUDY BLUME’S KNOWN AS SHEILA THE GREAT

10:00AM & 11:20AM SHOWS. Being a ten-year-old kid is kind of a pain. Having an older sister is really a pain. Being afraid of everything is … well, just plain painful! Students identify with Sheila Tubman, otherwise known as Sheila the Great, as she comes of age in this lively and poignant musical based on Judy Blume’s popular novel about discovering the person within. TICKETS: $7.20. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6

RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES

8:00PM. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the release of Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band! For the first time ever, RAIN will bring the historic album to life in its entirety for this psychedelic multimedia spectacular, in addition to all your early favorites! This mind blowing performance takes you back in time with the legendary foursome delivering a note-for-note theatrical event that is the next best thing to seeing the Beatles.TICKETS: $29.25 - $75. Charles F. Dodge City Center Pembroke Pines. www.ticketmaster.com.

THURSDAY - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 - 18 DISASTER!

SHOWTIMES VARY. Disaster! is a new musical comedy straight from Broadway! It’s 1979 and New York’s hottest A-listers are lining up for the opening of a floating casino and discotheque. Featuring some of the most unforgettable songs of the ‘70s including, “Knock on Wood,” “Hooked on a Feeling,” “Sky High,” “I Am Woman” and “Hot Stuff,” what begins as a night of boogie fever quickly changes to panic as the ship succumbs to multiple disasters. As the night turns into day, everyone struggles to survive…or at least escape the killer rats. Abdo New River Room at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. browardcenter.org.

NUGGET & FANG: FAMILY FUN SERIES

MOONLIGHT MOVIE IN THE PARK: LEGO NINJAGO MOVIE

7:30PM. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and relax… the movie is on us! The FREE full-length feature film is projected onto a giant inflatable screen. Bring your own food and beverages; however alcohol is not permitted in the Park. High-school students moonlight as ninjas, and fight to defend their island of Ninjago. (Animated Adventure / PG / 90 min.) For information, call (954) 389-4321. Held at Weston Regional Park Event Stage, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston 33327.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11

SOUTH FLORIDA PRIDE WIND ENSEMBLE YOUTH PRIDE SEASON 7

7:00PM. Each year the Pride Wind Ensemble invites high school students from the tri-county area to apply to the Youth Pride Band whose mission is to teach inclusion and acceptance while standing up against bullying in our schools. Guest conductor and prolific composer Robert Longfield will conduct the students in the first half of the performance. Adult mentors and members of the Pride Wind Ensemble will join forces with the Youth Band on the second half of the performance with well over 120 musicians on stage. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12

MOON MOUSE: A SPACE ODYSSEY

11:20AM. In this interactive workshop, students explore storytelling and learn moon facts through movement and puppetry. Creating their own space odyssey stories without words—using only movement and their imagination—they deepen their understanding of the world on the moon. Grade Level: K-3. This event requires purchase of a JM Family Smart Stage Matinee Series ticket. TICKETS: $5. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 SUNDAY, MARCH 4 WICKED

SHOWTIMES VARY. This Broadway sensation looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.” Au-Rene Theater at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16

FAMILY HAYRIDE AND CAMPFIRE

MOON MOUSE: A SPACE ODYSSEY

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23

ORANGE BLOSSOM FESTIVAL KICKOFF CONCERT

6:00PM - 9:00PM. Join us at the Old Davie School as we kick off the 81st Annual Orange Blossom Festival with a concert by the classic rock band Remadee. Admission is FREE and there will be arts & craft vendors, kid’s activities and food trucks. Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy an evening of great music and fun. 6650 Griffin Road, Davie. For more information please call (954) 797-1181 or visit www.davie-fl.gov.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23

ROCKET MAN: AN ELTON JOHN TRIBUTE

7:30PM. A spot-on recreation of an early Elton John concert, featuring lavish costumes (sequined Dodgers uniforms, peacock outfits, massive glasses, the works) that were originally worn by Elton himself, a world class rhythm section, and the magnetic performance power of Rus Anderson. Expect a litany of hits, including “Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting,” “Your Song,” “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road,”, “Bennie and the Jets,” and“Rocket Man.” TICKETS: $29.72 - $45. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24 & 25

THE 81ST ANNUAL ORANGE BLOSSOM FESTIVAL, PARADE & RODEO

9:00AM - 6:00PM SATURDAY, 9:00AM - 5:00PM SUNDAY. Parade begins at 10:00AM on Davie Road between SW 39th Street and Orange Drive. The festival will feature over 200 vendors and will take place on Orange Drive, from Davie Road to SW 66th Terrace. This portion of Orange Drive will be closed during the festival. Free activities for both days include arts & craft vendors, fine arts show, musical entertainment, “Cowboy Town”, petting farm, western carriage display, information displays and a green market. There will also be a Kids Korner with rides and activities. Admission to the festival is FREE. The rodeo will take place at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased at www.davieprorodeo.com. For vendor or sponsorship information contact Anna Francis at (954) 797-1181 or visit www.davie-fl.gov.

6:00PM - 9:00PM. Includes one hayride and one bag of fixings for s’mores. $3.50+ sales tax per person ages 3 and up. T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park, 3300 N. Park Rd., Hollywood. (954) 357-8811.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16

1:30PM & 3:00PM SHOWTIMES. Calling all curious children….Don’t miss this free family event! Coins, cards, ropes, scarves & rings…the magic happens right before your eyes! For information, call (954) 389-4321 or stop by the Community Center. Shows are for children of all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Held at Weston Community Center, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston 33327.

SENIOR EXPO

9:00AM – 1:00PM. Deicke Auditorium, 5701 Cypress Road, Plantation. Professionals will be on hand to answer medical, financial, retirement and recreational questions that Seniors may have. Participants can enjoy free entertainment and free refreshments will be served as long as supplies last. There is no charge to attend. For information call (954) 452-2510.

FREE MAGIC SHOW: MAGICIAN GARY MIDNIGHT

EVENTS SATURDAY - MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24 - 26

BROADWAY’S NEXT HIT MUSICAL

MARCH

EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT IN MARCH FOOD TRUCK NIGHTS IN PLANTATION

WEEKENDS THROUGH MARCH 25 FLORIDA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL

10:00AM - SUNSET. Travel back in time to the 16th Century at the 26th Annual Florida Renaissance Festival, coming to Quiet Waters Park. Over 100 Artisans selling their wares, Over 100 Performers to entertain, Kid’s Kingdom, Entertainment and Food and Drynk fit for a King! It’s a Fun Family Event for All Ages! For tickets and information visit www.ren-fest.com.

THURSDAY - SUNDAY, MARCH 1 - 4 30TH ANNUAL CARNIVAL IN THE RANCHES

Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church, 5601 S. Flamingo Road, Southwest Ranches. The Carnival in the Ranches features a midway, an International Food Tent, a four-day indoor garage sale, musical entertainment and games for all ages. Purchase Discounted Ride Session Passes in advance at the Parish Office or online from February 12th - February 28th for just $20 persession or $50 for a four-day wristband. For information or for link to purchase raffle tickets and discount ride vouchers please visit www.carnival.stmarkparish.org, email carnival@stmarkparish.org or call (954) 473-4495.

SATURDAY, MARCH 3

SCOTTISH FESTIVAL & HIGHLAND GAMES

MONDAY, MARCH 5 & SATURDAY, MARCH 10

AUDITIONS FOR PLANTATION’S GOT TALENT

MARCH 5: 4:00PM - 7:00PM, MARCH 10: 9:00AM - 2:00PM. Volunteer Park Community Center, 12050 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation. This exciting new talent show welcomes singers, dancers, musicians, magicians, comedians and other performers to compete for prizes. All ages, groups and individuals are welcome. Participants must come completely prepared with props, costumes, etc. Acts should not exceed 3 minutes. A CD player with an auxiliary input jack for connecting an MP3 player and a piano are available, but no accompanist. Please have all music cued. There is no charge for auditions. Selected contestants will perform on Friday, May 4th, 7:30pm at Volunteer Park. Call (954) 452-2506 for information.

WEDNESDAY - SATURDAY, MARCH 7 - 10 “RENT”

7:00PM. Cypress Bay High School presents: RENT will be performed by award winning student thespians. Tickets can be purchased for $5 general admission or $10 reserved seating at www.lightningdrama.com or by calling Cindy Lutwin (754) 3230350. You may also purchased tickets at the door. Located at: Cypress Bay Auditorium, 18600 Vista Park Blvd, Weston, FL.

FIRDAY, MARCH 9

PLANTATION’S MOONLIT MOVIE AND BUSINESS EXPO

EVENT: 5:00PM, MOVIE 7:30PM. Movie: Ferdinand. Bring blanket and chairs and join the fun at The Fountains, 801 S. University Drive, Plantation. For information and vendor opportunities contact (954) 587-1410.

SATURDAY, MARCH 10 CITY WIDE GARAGE SALE

7:00AM – 12:00PM. Volunteer Park Community Center, 12050 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation. Anyone interested in participating can register at Volunteer Park. The fee for each 8’ x 16’ space is $30. Tables are not supplied. Space is limited. For information call (954) 452-2558.

9:00AM – 6:00PM. Rain or shine. Located at Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Join us for the 35th Annual Scottish Festival and Highland Games! To fully involve the children in the Scottish Cultural experience, we invite them to participate in the children’s competitions such as tossing the caber, tossing the stone, foot races, sack races and tug-o-war. We will also feature a Celtic Rock Band, Pipe Band, Scottish Heavy Athletics, Piping and Drumming Competition, Scottish Country Dancing, Highland Dancing Demonstrations, Sheep Dog demonstrations and Scottish food, drink and merchandise. Tickets for Adults are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the event, Children ages 6 – 14 are $3 and Children under 6 are Free. Includes Parking and Park entry fee. For more information, visit www.sassf.org or call (954) 460-5000.

SATURDAY, MARCH 10

SATURDAY, MARCH 3

20TH ANNUAL ARTFEST IN THE PINES

LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD PUPPET SHOW

1:30PM & 3:00PM SHOWTIMES. An all-new twist on an all-time favorite. In this updated version, the Wolf and Red both learn some valuable lessons on the way to Grandma’s house. Exciting AND Educational! Shows are best suited for children in Pre K through 2nd Grade and children must be accompanied by an adult. The FREE show is held at the Weston Community Center, located in Weston Regional Park, 20200 Saddle Club Road. For information, call (954) 389-4321 or stop by the Community Center.

SATURDAY, MARCH 3

MOONLIGHT MOVIE IN THE PARK: FERDINAND

7:30PM. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and relax… the movie is on us! The FREE full-length feature film is projected onto a giant inflatable screen. Bring your own food and beverages; however alcohol is not permitted in the Park. After Ferdinand, a bull with a big heart, is mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure. (Animated Adventure, Comedy / PG / 106 min.) For more information, please call (954) 389-4321. Weston Regional Park Event Stage, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston.

STEVE MARTIN AND MARTIN SHORT

2:00PM. Expect non-stop laughs from the hilarious duo of Steve Martin and Martin Short in An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Lives that includes stand-up, film clips, musical numbers and conversations about their lives in show business. Martin and Short will also be joined by the Grammywinning bluegrass band Steep Canyon Rangers and Jeff Babko. TICKETS: $69 - $250. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MARCH 10 & 11

10:00AM - 5:00PM. ARTFEST in the Pines will showcase unique and fine arts in such mediums as Drawing, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Digital Art, Painting, Fine Handcrafts, Photography, Wood, Glass and Three-Dimensional Sculpture. In addition to free admission, ARTFEST in the Pines offers entertainment, food trucks, live hands-on demonstrations, a Student Art Competition, a Farmers Market, a Kids Art Zone, Children and Adult workshops. Held at Charles F. Dodge Center, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines. Please visit www.ppines.com/artfest, call (954) 392-2122 or email hbonkowski@ppines.com for more information.

THURSDAY, MARCH 22 SUNDAY, APRIL 8 MEMPHIS THE MUSICAL

SHOWTIMES VARY. Turn up that dial... From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes this hot, four-time Tony Award-winning Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Inspired by actual events,Memphis tells the story of a radio DJ who wants to change the world and a club singer who is ready for her big break. TICKETS: $47 - $60. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 31 ROYAL EGG HUNT

10:00AM SHARP! Pop Travers Field, 6250 S.W. 16th Street, Plantation. FREE - Bring a basket or bag and join us for our funfilled Royal Easter Egg Hunt. Kids 3-10 years old will be grouped by age to find and pick up hidden eggs. Prizes and candies will be given to all participants. Do not be late, arrive no later than 9:30am. For information call (954) 452-2510.

APRIL

FRIDAY - SUNDAY, APRIL 6 - 8 TORTUGA MUSIC FESTIVAL

Three Day Concert Line Up includes: Florida Georgia Line, Keith Urban, Eric Church, Snoop Dog, Brothers Osborne, Lee Brice, Dwight Yoakam, and dozens more! Visit tortugamusicfestival.com for more information and tickets. Held on Ft. Lauderdale Beach.

SUNDAY, APRIL 8 STARS ON ICE

4:00PM. There’s nothing like seeing Stars on Ice in the Olympic season! The best of the U.S. will be coming to you direct from the 2018 Winter Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea to skate together – live in an all-new Stars on Ice show! See America’s top medal contenders. BB&T Center, Sunrise. www.ticketmaster.com.

WEDNESDAY - SUNDAY, APRIL 11 - 22 WAITRESS

SHOWTIMES VARY. Brought to life by a groundbreaking all-female creative team, this irresistible new hit features original music and lyrics by 6-time Grammy® nominee Sara Bareilles (“Brave,” “Love Song”), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam) and direction by Tony Award® winner Diane Paulus (Pippin, Finding Neverland). TICKETS: $30 & UP. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21

21ST ANNUAL WATERWAY CLEANUP

9:00AM – 1:00PM. Free for anyone wishing to clean! Please pre-register with the Town of Davie Special Events Division. This event will take place along the C-11 Canal. Participants will receive a free T-shirt and water, as well as a ticket to the “Trash Splash,” a pool celebration after the cleanup at the Pine Island Park Pool, 3800 92nd Avenue, Davie. Community service hours may be earned by individuals and groups at this event. For more information or to register, please call (954) 797-1181.

MONDAY, MARCH 19 - SUNDAY, APRIL 1

SUNDAY & MONDAY, APRIL 22 & 23

DAILY & NIGHTLY SESSIONS. The 2018 Miami Open will be played at the Crandon Park Tennis Center in Miami. The two-week combined event is owned and operated by IMG. The Miami Open is one of nine ATP Masters 1000 Series events on the ATP calendar, a Premier Mandatory event on the WTA calendar, and features the top men’s and women’s tennis players in the world. For ticket information, call (305) 442-3367 or visit www.miamiopen.com.

SHOWTIMES VARY. At long last, Baby Bird emerges from her shell and expects to be greeted by her mother’s song. But her mother is not there. Where is she? With the help of Dog, Cat, and Hen, Baby Bird sets out in search of Mother Bird in this musical adventure based on P.D. Eastman’s whimsical and wellloved picture book. Enjoy complimentary pre-show art activities and other surprises! TICKETS: $14 - $18. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

2018 MIAMI OPEN

ARE YOU MY MOTHER?

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SHOWTIMES VARY. Every song is fresh. Every scene is new. Every night is different. It’s all improvised and it’s all funny. The hysterical Broadway’s Next Hit Musical is the only unscripted theatrical awards show. Master improvisers gather made up, hit song suggestions from the audience and create a spontaneous evening of music, humor, and laughter. The audience votes for their favorite song and watches as the cast turns it into a full blown improvised musical - complete with memorable characters, witty dialogue, and plot twists galore. TICKETS: $27 - $55. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. www.browardcenter.org.

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CITY OF PLANTATION‛S

UPCOMING EVENTS EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT IN FEBRUARY & MARCH FOOD TRUCK NIGHTS IN PLANTATION

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SATURDAY, MARCH 3 SCOTTISH FESTIVAL & HIGHLAND GAMES

MONDAY, MARCH 5 & SATURDAY, MARCH 10 AUDITIONS FOR PLANTATION’S GOT TALENT

FIRDAY, MARCH 9 PLANTATION’S MOONLIT MOVIE AND BUSINESS EXPO

SATURDAY, MARCH 10 CITY WIDE GARAGE SALE

SATURDAY, MARCH 31 ROYAL EGG HUNT

10:00AM SHARP! Pop Travers Field, 6250 S.W. 16th Street, Plantation. FREE - Bring a basket or bag and join us for our fun-filled Royal Easter Egg Hunt. Kids 3-10 years old will be grouped by age to find and pick up hidden eggs. Prizes and candies will be given to all participants. Do not be late, arrive no later than 9:30am. For information call (954) 452-2510.

Plantation Parks & Recreation Facilities ADDRESS & PHONE NUMBERS

AQUATICS COMPLEX Central Park, 9151 NW 2nd Street 954-452-2525 CENTRAL PARK 9151 NW 2nd Street 954-452-2510 PLANTATION WOODS PARK 5555 Palm Tree Road 954-452-2510 EQUESTRIAN CENTER 1451 NW 118th Avenue 954-476-4316 VOLUNTEER PARK 12050 W. Sunrise Blvd. 954-452-2558 VELTRI TENNIS CENTER Central Park, 9101 NW 2nd Street 954-452-2530 JIM WARD COMMUNITY CENTER 301 NW 46th Avenue 954-585-2346

PLANTATION ATHLETIC LEAGUE (PAL) UPCOMING SPORTS SEASONS

For more information, visit the sports directory of this publication or the PAL website at www.palsports.org.

APRIL:

CHEERLEADING (TACKLE & FLAG), Ages 5–15 FOOTBALL (TACKLE & FLAG), Ages 5–15

MAY:

TRAVEL SOCCER, Ages 8–17, Boys & Girls

ONGOING REGISTRATIONS: SWIMMING, DIVING, WATER POLO, TENNIS, GOLF, HORSEBACK RIDING

For more information call 954-452-2510.

CITY OF PLANTATION SPRING BREAK CAMPS

For more information call (954) 452-2510. Registration begins two weeks before Spring Break program at Central Park. • SNAPOLOGY: For more information call Airam at 954-864-7590. • SPRING BREAK (1-DAY CAMP) MARCH 23, 9:00AM - 3:00PM. Ages 5 – 12. Community Center. Whoever said you couldn’t solve the world’s problems with LEGO bricks? Learn a little about the process real inventors go through to create new inventions while you help design, build and program robotic machines to solve problems in this one day program. Call Airam at (954) 864-7590. Resident $70/1 day, Non-resident $80/1 day. • SPRING BREAK CAMP (5-DAY CAMP) MARCH 26 - 30, 9:00AM - 3:00PM. Ages 5 – 12. Community Center. We will have our best and favorite programs together in this 5 days program. A little of this and a little of that. Kids will have fun getting to know the amazing world of LEGO bricks and all the different activities we will be doing with it. Resident $235/5 days, Non-resident $245/5 days. • BRIGHT & SMART ROBOTICS CAMP: MARCH 26 – 30, 9:00AM - 3:00PM. Ages 7 – 12. Central Park. Children will learn hands-on robot assembly and computer programming in a fun-filled experience that fosters teamwork, critical and creative thinking and problem solving skills. Our goal is to teach kids basic engineering skills and facilitate the development of their higher cognitive skills, while giving them the opportunity to discover and develop their natural abilities. For more information call 954-816-3346. CAMP PROGRAM & PRICING (Resident/ Non-resident): 3/26 Coding & Lego Robotics $80/$90; 3/27 Coding & Master Builder $80/$90; 3/28 Coding & Civil Engineering $80/$90; 3/29 Coding & Electrical Engineering $80/$90; 3/30 Coding & 3D Printing $85/95. • SPRING BREAK TENNIS CAMP: Ages 6 – 16 at Veltri Tennis Center. This camp includes lessons, match play and tennis games. Bring your lunch and tennis racquet. Call (954) 513-3540 for information and to register. Registration forms are available online at Plantationtennis.org. March 26 - 30 (5 days) 10:00am – 3:30pm. $160/5 days. $42 per day or $32 per half day. Early drop off: 7:30am – 10:00am, for an additional $5 daily or $15 week. No Aftercare – Pick up child by 3:45pm. • SHARE-A-PONY: Ages 4 – 12, Plantation Equestrian Center. Bring your lunch & snack. Beverages available for purchase. For more information call (954) 476-4316. March 26 - 30 (5 day session). Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 9:00am – 12:00pm. Rates Resident/Non-Resident: Per week $260/$270, Per day $70/$75. • GOLF ACADEMY: Ages 6 – 15, Plantation Preserve Golf Course. The Golf Academy at Plantation Preserve is under new ownership. PGA professionals Barry Fitzpatrick and Nick Pincket are providing the finest Junior golf programs in South Florida. We will be running camps all season long for your child. Please call us at (954) 914-3731 for details so your child can advance his or her game this summer. We also offer adult education classes and private video instruction as well.

CITY OF PLANTATION SUMMER CAMPS

JUNE 11 – AUGUST 3. The Plantation Summer Camp Programs are operated and run by the City of Plantation Parks & Recreation Department. For more information call (954) 452-2510 or go to Plantation.org. Registration: Registration forms will be available Monday, March 26 at: Plantation public elementary schools, Plantation Central Park (9151 N.W. 2nd Street), Volunteer Park (12050 W. Sunrise Boulevard) and Jim Ward Community Center (301 N.W. 46th Avenue). Registration begins April 23 at all Community Centers. • ADVENTURE CAMP: Ages 12 – 14, Central Park. This camp is designed to give the teen a higher level of activities and more specialized field trips. Resident 1st child 8 weeks - $1,090, 4 weeks – $565. Resident add’l child 8 weeks - $1,010, 4 weeks – $525. Non-resident 8 weeks - $1,190, 4 weeks – $665.

• DAY CAMPS: Ages 5 – 11. Central Park or Volunteer Park. These camps are designed to give the child a well-rounded camp experience. Weekly activities include a selection of sports, arts & crafts, field trips, swim trips and special events. Resident 1st child 8 weeks – $890, 4 weeks – $465. Resident add’l child 8 weeks – $810, 4 weeks – $425. Non-resident 8 weeks – $990, 4 weeks – $565. • TWO-WEEK EXTENDED CAMP: Ages 5 - 11, Central Park. Registration begins Monday, July 16 at any Community Center. Week 9: August 6 – 10, Week 10: August 13 – 17. Resident: $110 per week plus $10 registration fee. Non-resident: $135 per week, plus $10 registration fee. • NEIGHBORHOOD DAY CAMP: Ages 5 – 11, Jim Ward Community Center. This camp is designed to give the child an on-site day camp experience. Activities include sports, arts & crafts, special events and more. No additional field trips are included. Please register in person. For more information call (954) 585-2344. Registration begins April 23 at Jim Ward Community Center. Resident $15/per day or $50/per week. Non-resident $25/per day or $100/per week. No additional-child discounts available • GOLF ACADEMY: Ages 6 – 15, Plantation Preserve Golf Course. The Golf Academy at Plantation Preserve is under new ownership. PGA professionals Barry Fitzpatrick and Nick Pincket are providing the finest Junior golf programs in South Florida. We will be running summer camps all season long for your child. Please call us at (954) 914-3731 for details so your child can advance his or her game this summer. • SHARE-A-PONY SUMMER CAMP: Ages 4 – 12, Plantation Equestrian Center. Bring your lunch & snack. Beverages are available for purchase. 9 weekly sessions, each session 5 days with the exception of July 3 – July 7 (4 days). Camp runs June 11 – Aug 17. No aftercare. Registration is held at Plantation Equestrian Center, (954) 476-4316. Monday - Thursday 9:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 9:00am – 12:00pm. Resident $260/week or $70/day, plus tax. Non-resident $270/week or $75/day, plus tax. Price includes registration fee. July 2 – July 6 (M, T, Th, F, 4 day session, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm). Resident $235/4 days, plus tax. Nonresident $240/4 days, plus tax. Price includes $10 registration fee. Discounts for multi child and multi session available. • CAMP ELITE: Ages 7 – 14, Volunteer Park, 12050 W. Sunrise Boulevard. This camp focuses on the “whole athlete” and prepares them to be exceptional on and off the field. Our innovative program includes fun activities designed to enhance performance, develop strength to prevent injury, as well as equip athletes to manage emotional challenges and develop the leader within. Sport experiences include: Football, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball and Softball. Weekly activities also include field trips, swim trips and special events. For information, call Pear Programs at (954) 261-6154. Registration begins Tuesday, April 24 at any Community Center. Weeks 1 – 8: June 11 – August 3, 7:30am – 6:00pm. Weeks 9 – 10: August 6 – 17, 7:30am – 6:00pm. Campers can mix and match any 5 weeks. Resident 5 weeks – $725* or 1 week – $160*. Non-resident 5 weeks – $825* or 1 week – $180*. *plus a $5 registration fee. • SUMMER TENNIS CAMP & POOL: Ages 6 – 16, Veltri Tennis Center Central Park, 9101 N.W. 2nd Street. Held at Veltri Tennis Center, this camp includes lessons, match play & tennis games. Bring your tennis racquet & bag lunch. Drinks available for purchase. Early Registration: April 2 – May 14, $20. Regular Registration: May 15 or later, $25. Call (954) 513-3540 for information and to register. Enrollment form available on City website, Plantationtennis.org. Camp Times: 10:00am - 3:30pm. Session 1: June 11 – June 22 (10 days) $290. Session 2: June 25 – July 6 (9 days) $260. Session 3: July 9 – July 13 (5 days) $160. No Camp July 16 – 20. Session 4: July 23 – August 3 (10 days) $290. Session 5: August 6 – August 17 (10 days) $290. MORE CAMP & POOL RATES: $290/2 weeks, $160/ week, $42/daily. $115/half day week, $32/half day. Early Drop-off: 7:30am – 10:00am, additional $5/day, $15/week or $25/2 weeks. After Care: 3:30pm - 5:30pm, additional $7/ day, $25/week or $45/2 weeks.

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BIRTHDAY PARTIES & SPECIAL EVENTS TAG USA GYMNASTICS & TRAMPOLINE & CHEER

DANCE FX PARTY

Epic, private TWO-HOUR parties with a very large spectacular 1000 sq. feet party rooms and glass viewing areas. TAG’s LARGEST Gym has the MOST equipment, 4 inflatables, rope swing, tumble floors, foam pits and trampolines. No extra charges for bounce houses, slide inflatables, indoor basketball / soccer court. Your choice of: Mommy & Me, Trampolines & Gymnastics, Boys Sports parties or our new parkour style option. Can be with structured stations or open gym style. We do it all for as low as $260/20 kids! Visit our facility & Compare at www.TagGymnastics.com… You gotta see it to believe it! 1951 North Commerce Parkway, Weston. Call (954) 384-9191 to reserve your party!

SUPER TUBE & SURF PARTIES

FLORIDA TRIPLE THREAT ALL-STARS

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Competitive Cheer and Dance Facility. Enjoy a 2-hour private party on a Saturday or Sunday with all your friends. You can tumble on the spring floor and tumble trak, and bounce on the trampoline. Prices are only $15 per child. 2290 SW 71st Terrace, Davie 33317. (954) 514-7250. www.Fla3threat.com.

BROWARD BASEBALL ACADEMY (BBA) Book your baseball or softball themed party with Broward Baseball Academy (BBA), a year-round baseball and softball training facility, with two lighted fields and 3 covered batting cages and pitching machines. Our birthday party package can include batting cage time, field time and games can also be arranged. Food can be catered or bring your own. Located on the David Posnack JCC Campus, 5850 S. Pine Island Rd. Davie. Director – Wayne Stofsky, Wayne@BrowardBaseballAcademy.com. (954) 683-7747.

BRIGHT & SMART – ROBOTICS, CODING, & ENGINEERING BIRTHDAY PARTIES Congratulations! Birthday parties are a great and memorable occasion for anyone, so why not make them unique! Our Robotics Birthday Parties are sensational, fun, and educational experiences that will engage your child, and all in attendance. This perfect party activity will bring together your child’s creativity, imagination, and satisfaction as they learn how to create a marvelous machine with their hands. All will be thrilled as their imagination is brought to life and their creation is a true, unique, success. We offer 90 minute, in-home robotics birthday parties supplying all of the material and equipment needed so each child is able to take a hands-on role in building a birthday robot! Get in contact: (954) 816-3346, Info@BrightAndSmart.com. Visit our website: www.BrightAndSmart.com. Stay connected: www.facebook.com/BrightAndSmart, www.twitter.com/Bright_n_Smart, www.instagram.com/brightandsmart.

Bring your party to our studio. Dance, fun, music and more. Currently in its 21st year, Dance FX has more than 50 dancers on its award winning competition team that travels all over the country. DANCE FX the home to the ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ runner up, Tiffany Maher 2012 & Alexis Juliano Top 14 2013! Dance FX Alumni, Brandon Grimm, is a 2017 finalist on America’s Got Talent with his group Dancing with Diavolo. Bring your party to our studio. Call for available dates: (954) 742-3114. 10057D Sunset Strip, Sunrise 33323. www.DanceFXSunrise.com.

Looking for something new? Want to be the coolest parents on earth? Have a super party at CB Smith Park. Ride the Chariot warbird, flying saucer and banana boat. New this year is wakesurfing behind our new boat that makes an endless surf wake. Peg the fun meter and hear “that was the best day of my life!” Covered pavilion and large play area for yard games. Water mat and music box included. Ages 3 to 84. Reserve today at (954) 292--3953, for pictures and details go to www.browardski.com.

YARD CARD CELEBRATIONS “Forget the card, Decorate the yard!” There’s always an occasion to make someone’s day! Custom yard greetings for birthdays, baby announcements, anniversaries and celebrations of all kinds! Visit www.yardcardcelebrations.com to view our photo gallery and book your celebration today or call (954) 980-9033 for more information.

FLORIDA PANTHERS Host your next group outing or party at a Florida Panthers hockey game! Whether you are hosting a birthday party, celebrating a business milestone or another special event, the BB&T Center is the place to be! Specially priced tickets and party spaces are available for groups of 10 or more. Call (954) 835-7825 for more information.

MONSTER MINI GOLF 18 holes of indoor, monster themed, Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf. Experience cool special effects, great music, an interactive DJ, as well as arcade and redemption games! With two very posh, private party rooms and our Mad Scientist hosts, we are the perfect place for birthday and teen parties, field trips, fundraisers, group outings and corporate events. Monster Mini Golf is frightfully fun for all ages! 14435 Miramar Parkway, Miramar, 33027 (½ mile east of I-75), (954) 589-1878. 9533 Westview Drive, Coral Springs 33076 in Regal Cinemas Shopping Center, (954) 526-5115.

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FLORIDA PANTHERS ICE DEN

Celebrate your birthday party at the coolest place in town! We offer party packages during our Saturday & Sunday afternoon public skate sessions as well as Friday & Saturday nights for kids 13 and over. Our parties can accommodate 10–30 kids, or for parties of more than 30 guests, rent one of our sheets of ice for a private party of up to 100 guests! Let us do all the work for you while you sit back and enjoy the special day with friends and family members! For more information visit PanthersIceDen.com or call (954) 341-9956 TODAY! 3299 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs.

HUMANE SOCIETY OF BROWARD COUNTY

Party like an Animal and have your next birthday party at the Humane Society of Broward County. What better way to celebrate your child’s birthday! Not only will your child have fun, but they will also learn about how they can help the homeless animals. Plus, your birthday fee will go directly to the Humane Society of Broward County to help care for the thousands of homeless animals received each year. Call (954) 266-6848 or visit www.humanebroward.com.

4KIDSINNEED.ORG “BE A HERO & HIRE A HERO”

Movie grade costume characters come to life! Available for your next birthday party, Sweet Sixteen, Quince, Corporate event etc. Offering characters such as Batman, Batgirl, Darth Vader, Obi wan, and even a life size remote control R2D2 robot with lights & sounds. Kids both big and small love R2. It’s more than an appearance, we offer a hero training with a message along with an autograph session with your hero. Working to help “Change the world one child at a time!” Contact us: 4KidsInNeed.Org, (954) 439-1878. Heroes with a mission.

CITY OF PLANTATION PAVILION & GAZEBO RENTALS

Pavilion & Gazebos are available for rent for both residents and Nonresidents. Gazebos will hold up to 10 people and Pavilions will hold up to 50 people. Gazebos are $25 per hour for Residents and $35 per hour for Non-residents. Pavilion rentals are $65 plus tax for 3 hours for Residents and $105 plus tax for 3 hours for Non-residents. Corporate Pavilion rentals (will hold up to 100 people) are $85/3 hours for Residents and $255/3 hours for Non-residents, plus tax. Whether it’s a birthday, reunion or other special gathering, outdoor parties are always a hit! The standard pavilions available for rent, are located at Central Park, Deicke Park, Fig Tree Park, Jim Ward Park, Liberty Tree Park, Plantation Woods, Pine Island Park, Seminole Park & Sunset Park. Larger corporate pavilions, which hold up to 100 people, are located at Camp Everglades and Central Park. Call (954) 452-2510 for more information.

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Conveniently located, a beautiful and natural environment surrounded by trees and animals. The perfect place for your next event; whether a birthday party, wedding or corporate gathering Lingua Ranch tailors to your interests and desires. Equipped with picturesque and thrilling activities and indoor/outdoor ammenities. Let us be part of your next event! BOOK NOW! Visit our website for more information! CALL: (954) 642-CAMP (2267). VISIT: LinguaRanch.com. CONTACT: info@linguaranch.com.

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SPORTS AWARDS & TROPHIES AMPROS TROPHIES & AWARDS Ampros offers a wide selection of Crystal, Glass or Acrylic Awards, Trophies, Plaques, Medals, Name Badges, Door Signs, Ribbons and Certificates, Personalized gifts and many other awards for practically any occasion. Since 1977, Ampros has earned an excellent reputation in the area of satisfying the needs of leagues, schools, clubs and other business organizations, as well as individuals, looking to provide trophies or recognition awards. Enjoy our friendly customer service, quality workmanship, customized products and very competitive pricing. Let us quote your next order, you will not be disappointed! View a sample selection of products on www.ampros.com or visit us for a full selection at 3005 W. Broward Blvd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312. (954) 791-4020. Ask for special Sports & Activities Directory pricing!

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BROWARD BASEBALL ACADEMY (BBA)

BBA, a year-round baseball training facility, specializes in private instruction, small group lessons and team sessions for hitting, fielding & pitching. BBA also runs a winter and spring break camp as well as camp days when schools are closed. We offer facility rentals including two lighted fields and brand new COVERED BATTING CAGES with pitching machines. Come hit in our state of the art covered batting cages! Located on the David Posnack JCC Campus, 5850 S. Pine Island Rd. Davie. Director – Wayne Stofsky, Wayne@BrowardBaseballAcademy.com. (954) 683-7747.

WESTON TRAVEL BALL, INC. The Weston Hawks and Weston Rattlers Baseball Organizations have joined forces to form one travel baseball entity, Weston Travel Ball (WTB). The Hawks and Rattlers have achieved over 173 championships including FPBL, Pony, AABC, Nations, USSSA, USSSA NIT, USSSA Super NIT as well as #1 Nationally Ranked USSSA Teams. All teams are led by a professional coach who at a minimum has played college baseball. Many teams have coaches who have played A, AA, AAA or Major League Baseball. The organization is led by Bruce Aven (Former major league baseball player and who has run the Rattlers for the last 10 years) and Cliff Dickinson (Who has run the Hawks for the last 10 years). Ages 9U through High School. There are two seasons each year. Spring (January-June) and Fall (August- November). Tryouts take place in January for Spring season and in August for Fall season. However, tryouts are ONGOING by contacting us. For more information visit our website at www.westontravelball.com, email WestonTravelBall@gmail.com, or call Mark Aleman at (954) 651-8091. Follow us on Facebook at WESTON TRAVEL BALL BASEBALL or on Instagram @westontravelballbaseball.

PLANTATION ATHLETIC LEAGUE Affiliated with Little League Baseball. Ages: 5–18. ONLINE REGISTRATION at www.palsports.org. • PAL RECREATIONAL BASEBALL PROGRAM: Residents $135, Non-Residents $185. Season of Play: February thru June. Registration: November, Ages 5 thru High School, Saturdays 9:00am – 2:00pm at Plantation Central Park Gym. Participation: Maximum of 3 times per week for all ages. plantationlittleleague.com. • PAL PLANTATION STARS TRAVEL BASEBALL PROGRAM: Tryouts & Registration: November. 8th Grade – High School. Residents $175, Non-Residents $225. Season of Play: Year Round Depending on Teams. Registration: after tryouts to see if accepted. • WINTER BASEBALL: 5th Grade - High School. Registration September, Months of Play November - January. Residents $135 / Non Residents $185.

BASKETBALL PLANTATION ATHLETIC LEAGUE (PAL) ONLINE REGISTRATION at www.palsports.org. Information at plantationbasketball.com. • PAL YOUTH BASKETBALL – RECREATIONAL: Resident $110, NonResident $160. Registration: April at Plantation Central Park Gym. Season of Play: August thru November. Ages: 6 to 13. Participation: Maximum of 3 times per week for all ages. • PAL BASKETBALL 10ft. – RECREATIONAL: Ages 13 to 16. Resident $110, Non-Resident $160. Season of Play: February thru May. Registration: November, Saturdays 9:00am – 2:00pm at Plantation Central Park Gym. • SUMMER CO-ED: Ages 8 to 13. Resident $110, Non-Resident $160. Season of Play: June thru August. Registration: April, Saturdays 9:00am – 2:00pm at Plantation Central Park Gym.

ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUES Ages 18 +. Tuesdays: $520 per team/10 games & playoffs, $20 late registration fee. Call (954) 452-2522 or visit www.plantationadultathletics.com.

MVP–MENTORING VALUABLE PROTÉGÉS BASKETBALL Learn and develop dribbling, shooting, passing, rebounding, defense and strategies. For more information call (305) 749-6090. Ages 5–8: Boys & Girls Skills Academy, Thursdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm. Ages 9–12: Boys & Girls Skills Academy, Thursdays 7:00pm – 8:00pm. Resident $130/10 weeks. Non-Resident $140/10 weeks. • ADVANCED GROUP TRAINING: Ages 13 & up. Enhanced Basketball IQ with drills for skills training. Thursdays 8:00pm – 9:00pm. Residents $205/10 weeks. Non-resident $215/10 weeks.

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CHEERLEADING FLORIDA TRIPLE THREAT ALL-STARS Come be apart of the 2-time NCA National Champions All Star Competitive Cheer program! Summit and Worlds teams. All Star Cheer tryouts for 2019 SEASON May 8th, 6PM - 9PM. All ages and all level teams available. All coaches USASF certified. Fully air conditioned building featuring two spring floors, tumble trak, rod floor and trampoline. $50.00 registration fee. Everyone makes a team! Call NOW for more information. Located at 2290 SW 71st Terrace, Davie 33317. (954) 514-7250. www.Fla3threat.com.

FLORIDA SUPER STARS CHEER & DANCE PROGRAM: Florida Super Stars offer a high-energy combination class with instruction in dance, cheerleading & baton twirling. Over 10 locations, $55 per month for unlimited classes. Year round performances are optional. Feature performances include: Miami Heat, Dolphins, Hurricanes, Disney World, Super Bowl and Orange Bowl! (954) 438-2075 or www.floridasuperstars.com.

Now offering Classes & All-star Teams. Girls and Boys - Beginner to Advanced + All Levels. Your child can work on Cheer & Performance. Cheerleading practice includes: Flying & Stunting, Stretch, Technique, and Tumbling. Now on Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm. Schedule a Trial & Enjoy our stress free, fun-filled environment! www.TagGymnastics.com. 1951 N. Commerce Parkway, Weston. Call (954) 384-9191.

PLANTATION ATHLETIC LEAGUE (PAL) Online Registration at plantationwildcats.org. TACKLE/TRAVEL CHEER: Residents $125, Non-Residents $175. Registration: April at Plantation Central Park Gym. Practice begins July at the PAL Field. Season of Play: July thru November. Ages 5 thru 15. (954) 804-2926. Follow on Facebook.com/plantationwildcats.

CYCLING & BIKING DAVIE CYCLEBAR We will Rock Your Ride at CycleBar Davie! Premium indoor cycling in a state of the art, part sanctuary, part rock concert atmosphere. Our audio, video, and lighting technology envelops you to create a multisensory experience every single ride. CycleBar offers a rocking array of classes each and every week, so that no matter how you want to Rock Your Ride, we’ve got a workout for you. New to indoor cycling? First time at CycleBar? We’ll tell you what to expect on your first visit, and help you get ready with over 30 amenities to Rock Your Ride. Davie.Cyclebar.com

TEAM MEMORIAL ROAD BIKING Team Memorial is a bicycle club founded by Memorial Healthcare System, a non-profit healthcare organization based in Hollywood, Florida, and created to serve the community by promoting the many health benefits of bicycling. Team Memorial’s mission is to encourage everyone to participate in bicycling - whether for recreation, transportation, fitness or competition. Team Memorial hosts rides regularly throughout the South Florida area for participants of intermediate and advanced levels. Ride listings can be viewed on our ride schedule. www.teammemorial.com.

• EASTERLIN PARK: 1000 NW 38th Street, Oakland Park. (954) 357-5190. • MARKHAM PARK: 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise. (954) 357-8868. • PLANTATION HERITAGE PARK: 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. (954) 357-5135. • TRADEWINDS PARK: 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. (954) 357-8870.

DIVING & SPRINGBOARD CENTRAL PARK AQUATIC COMPLEX 9151 NW 2nd Street, Plantation, (954) 452-2525. • SPRINGBOARD DIVING TEAM: Ages 5 & up. The Springboard Diving Team is for divers who have been trained in competitive diving through the Swim & Dive program or through Diving Lessons. U.S. Diving Certified Coaches: Paul Breitfeller (2000 Olympic Coach) and Jennifer Floyd. Call for more information on how you can become part of the Diving Team. Continuous enrollment. Pool membership required. Team trains Monday - Saturday. Times TBA. • SWIM & DIVE: Ages 4–9. Learn proper swimming and diving skills with emphasis on safety. Classes begin first Tuesday of the month, April – September, Tuesday/Thursday 2:30pm – 3:15pm or 6:00pm – 6:45pm. Residents: $125/month plus tax (8 classes) plus a $20 annual AAU Diving registration.

FOOTBALL TACKLE AND FLAG NATIONAL FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE

DISC GOLF DISC GOLF What do you get when you cross good old-fashioned golf with the sort of flying disc most commonly known as a Frisbee? You get disc golf. Four of disc golf courses are located in Broward County parks. Gamers attempt to traverse an 18-hole course from beginning to end using the fewest disc tosses. The courses are open free to the public, and you have to bring your own gear, although the park offices provide course maps and scorecards.

Join the Nation’s #1 NFL Flag Football Program for Boys & Girls Ages 4–14! The safer alternative to tackle football! Multiple Broward County locations with one near you! Practices held same day as games. No tryouts or drafts. Seven game session with games played Saturday or Sunday based on location. Coaches are screened and trained. Registration includes NFL team jersey & flag belt for players to keep. SPRING SEASON begins April 7th/8th. REGISTRATION DEADLINE – FEBRUARY 26th , 2018. Register online at www.NationalFlagFootball.com or call us at (954) 248-2090 for questions.

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(FOOTBALL CONT.) PLANTATION ATHLETIC LEAGUE (PAL) Online Registration at www.palsports.org. Follow on facebook.com/plantationwildcats. • PLANTATION WILDCATS TACKLE FOOTBALL: AGES: 5–14 years. FEES: $200/Plantation Residents, $250/Non-residents. SEASON: July – November. TRYOUTS: July. Registration: April at Plantation Central Park Gym. (954) 895-6549, catayala@aol.com, www.plantationwildcats.org. • PAL FLAG FOOTBALL – RECREATIONAL: Residents $110/ Non-Residents $160. Season of Play: July – November. Ages: 5 – 14 (Based on Sept 1st Birth date). REGISTRATION: April at Plantation Central Park Gym. Participation: Maximum of 3 times per week for all ages. plantationflagfootball.com.

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE Ages 18+. Tuesday nights: $470 per team/10 games & playoffs, $20 late registration fee. Call (954) 452-2522 or visit www.plantationadultathletics.com.

GOLF GOLF ACADEMY AT PLANTATION PRESERVE

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Ages 6–15 & ADULTS. PGA professionals Barry Fitzpatrick, Nick Pinket and Chris Granger are providing the finest clinics, private instruction and Junior golf programs in South Florida. They will be running camps all season long for your child to advance his or her game. They also offer adult education classes and private video instruction. Call (954) 914-3731 for details.

PLANTATION PRESERVE GOLF COURSE & CLUB 7050 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, (954) 585-5020. Beginning golfers and seasoned pros will be challenged by the 18-hole championship golf course, approximately 7,000 yards in length playing to a par 72. Every hole has been constructed with 5 sets of tee boxes, allowing players to set their own level of difficulty. At this public facility, everyone will enjoy a country club atmosphere with country club service! Driving Range,

Lessons, Memberships, Public Daily Golf. HOURS: Pro Shop Hours - 7 days: 7:00am – 6:00pm; Driving range - 7 days: 7:00am – 5:30pm; Restaurant (breakfast) - Mon. – Fri.: 8:00am – 11:00am: Sat.: 7:00am – 11:00am; Restaurant (lunch) - Mon. – Sun.: 11:00am – 3:30pm; Limited Menu- Mon. – Sun.: 3:30pm – closing; Friday Brunch Buffet: 11:00am – 1:30pm; Sunday Brunch Buffet: 9:00am – 1:30pm. Bar Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00am - Closing. Sat & Sun 7am - Closing.

MONSTER MINI GOLF 18 holes of indoor, monster themed, Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf and more! Feel the excitement and adventure of playing mini golf amidst cool monster décor that includes custom artwork and animated props. Our courses are challenging enough for adults to navigate, yet very playable for children. Experience our Weird Radio interactive DJ, who plays music and hosts contests for prizes. Monster Mini Golf is frightfully fun for all ages! 14435 Miramar Parkway, Miramar 33027. ½ miles east of I-75, (954) 589-1878. 9533 Westview Drive, Coral Springs 33076 in Regal Cinemas Shopping Center. (954) 526-5115.

GYMNASTICS TAG USA GYMNASTICS & TRAMPOLINE & CHEER Nationally known “progressive” gymnastics programs for boys and girls. TAG’s difference: Largest facility, most equipment, class lesson plans, class Managers, full cleaning staff, fingerprinted coaches and so much more. You gotta see it to believe it! Awarded Programs for: Lil Tumblers (age 6 weeks), Parent & Tot (12 mo+), Preschool (age 3+), Beginners (age 5+) to Advanced Classes and Competitive teams for Girls & Boys gymnastics, Coed Trampoline, and CHEER! TAG USA IS THE ONLY GYM with State, Regional, and 6 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! Register for classes (starting at $155-member price for 10 classes); THE MOST POPULAR SPRING & SUMMER CAMPS (Members $210/week, Non members $225/week); Two-Hour BIRTHDAY PARTIES (For as low as $260/20 kids); Popular Saturday Night OPEN GYM ($21 from 7pm-10pm). Call & ask about new member, transfer, and other monthly discounts! Schedule a visit & compare prices at 1951 North Commerce Pkwy, Weston. (954) 384-9191. www.TagGymnastics.com.

GYMNASTICS Ages 3–11. Classes held at Central Park, 9151 NW 2nd Street, Plantation and Plantation Community Center, 5555 Palm Tree Road, Plantation. Children are introduced to vaulting, balance beam, mini trampoline, round mats, incline mats and bars. Everything is modified for beginner to intermediate gymnastics. The cost of a 45-minute class is Residents $100/10 weeks, Non-residents $110/10 weeks, plus $5 insurance fee. The cost of a 55-minute class is Residents, $110/10 week, plus $5 insurance and Non-Residents, $120/10 weeks, plus $5 insurance fee. Classes at Central Park are offered Tuesdays or Thursdays late afternoon/early evening. Classes at Plantation Community Center are offered Wednesdays morning and late afternoon. Call (954) 255-7508 for details. Next session begins February 26.

HOCKEY FLORIDA PANTHERS Playing in the National Hockey League’s (NHL) Eastern Conference, the Florida Panthers are a part of the Atlantic Division. With a roster of promising young players and championship-level veterans, a growing excitement surrounds the Panthers heading into next season. Don’t miss all of the action at the BB&T Center this season. For tickets call (954) 835-7825 or visit www.floridapanthers.com/ticketcentral • PREMIUM SEATING FOR HOCKEY AND EVENTS: Experience a Panthers game or concert in style in one of our suites. BB&T center suites offer space for 15-20 people, in-suite food and beverage options, parking passes, your very own suite attendant and more. F or more information and a tour of a suite, go to floridapanthers.com/ premium or call (954) 835-7828. • FLORIDA PANTHERS GROUP EXPERIENCES: Experience the game together! Host your next group outing or party at a Florida Panthers hockey game. Whether you are hosting a birthday party, celebrating a business milestone or another special event, the BB&T Center is the place to be! Groups start at just 10 people. Visit FloridaPanthers.com/Groups or call (954) 935-7825 (PUCK) for more information.

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PANTHERS ICEDEN 3299 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs, Florida 33065. (954) 341-9956 • Panthers IceDen is Florida’s premier facility for learning to play hockey, recreational and competitive hockey leagues and clinics! The official practice facility for the NHL’s Florida Panthers, & practices are open to public during the season. Top visiting teams from around the NHL have also practiced here while in town. • One of the most competitive and successful travel hockey programs in the state. The Florida JR Panthers regularly travel to tournaments in Florida and around the country. Let our team of top instructors help you raise your game to the next level!

HORSEBACK RIDING & EQUESTRIAN LINGUA RANCH EQUESTRIAN SUMMER CAMP AND AFTER-SCHOOL

PLANTATION EQUESTRIAN CENTER 1451 NW 118th Avenue, Plantation, (954) 476-4316. pec@plantation.org. Facility hours: Thursday – Monday, 8:00am – Dusk, Tuesday & Wednesday, closed. Two stables that house 96 stalls, each with its own wash rack, one lighted main ring and two additional show rings, two practice rings (one lighted), turn-out paddock areas. • SUNDAY SHARE-A-PONY: Ages 4–12. A small group of beginner riders learning the art of horsemanship in a fun confidence-building atmosphere. Children will learn basic skills that will enable them to control a horse in a safe and trusting manner. Sundays, 9:30am – 11:30am. $40/per class, Non-residents $450per class. Package of 4 sessions you may use at anytime, $130/Residents, $135/Non-residents. • CHILDREN’S GROUP RIDING LESSONS: Ages 6–16. A small group of beginner riders learning the art of horsemanship in a fun confidence-building atmosphere. Children will learn basic skills that will enable them to control a horse in a safe and trusting manner. September - May only. Limited to 6 riders per class. Hourly sessions Thursdays, 4:00pm & 5:00pm. Residents $130/4 classes. Non-Residents $135/4 classes.

KICKBALL ADULT CO-ED KICKBALL Ages 18+. Thursdays $300 per team/ 10 games & playoffs. $20 late registration. Call (954) 452-2522 or visit plantationadultathletics.com.

MARTIAL ARTS KUMITE MIXED MARTIAL ARTS Classes for Ages 4 to Adult. Catering from beginner to advanced and teaching a variety of styles of martial arts including kickboxing, wrestling and jiu jitsu. Our skilled instructors are dedicated in teaching our students the fundamentals of self-defense in a fun and safe environment while getting a full body workout. Free trial class. 4150 Peters Road, Plantation 33317. www.kumitemartialarts.com. (954) 321-0029.

KARATE/MARTIAL ARTS

LACROSSE

Jim Ward Community Center, 301 NW 46th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale. Ages 5 & up. Designed to introduce children to physical fitness and basic principles of self-defense. Karate as self-defense works well for all ages and both genders and teaches development of mind, body and spirit with emphasis on respect and exercising discipline at all times. Advanced students attend classes twice weekly. Sensei Keith Lester – Senior Instructor, Sensei Gutemberg (Ken) Demond and Sensei Shona Eiland. Kids Karate (954) 258-2957. Continuous. Beginners Ages 5 & up, Saturday 11:45am – 1:45pm. Beginners Advanced, Saturday 9:00am – 11:30am. Resident $40/month* Non-Resident $50/month, plus $20 paid to instructor at first class for uniform.

PLANTATION LACROSSE

GOJU KARATE

All levels and beginners welcome. Focusing on giving players of all skill levels a quality learning experience and an opportunity to have fun playing lacrosse. Players work on agility, conditioning, teamwork, and the skills necessary to play lacrosse. They are taught to respect the game, as well as the other players. Recreational teams will travel to compete against other teams in the South Florida Youth Lacrosse League. Boys and girls teams U7, U9, U11, U13 and U15 – approximately 25 kids per team. Teams will practice twice per week, with games on Saturdays. Practices and home games will be held at Pop Travers Park. Registration begins November. FEES: $230/Plantation Residents, $280/Non-residents. For information, visit facebook.com/plantationpatriotslacrosse or email ph@plantationlacrosse.com.

Central Park, 9151 NW 2nd Street, Plantation. Ages 6 & up. USA Goju is a traditional Japanese style of karate consisting of hardstyle techniques and soft style techniques. Encompasses the traditional aspects of Japanese martial art while introducing the student to a wide variety of reality self-defense and street-smart technologies. Much emphasis is put into developing our children both mentally and physically. Teaches self-discipline, self-confidence, self-control and a competitive spirit that allows the individual to become all they can be. (954) 224-8890. Ages 6–12, Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00pm – 7:00pm. Ages 13 & up, Mondays 6:00pm – 7:00pm and Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 8:00pm. Residents $45/month/2 classes per week, Non-residents $55/month/2 classes per week.

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The connection between a child and a horse is what we see every day at Lingua Ranch Equestrian Summer Camp. We want to cultivate that relationship from the moment a camper walks in the ranch, so we focus on comprehensive horsemanship rooted in a deep love of horses. In the riding ring and in the barn, campers are integrated in every aspect of equine care. Learning all about horses and ponies, riding, grooming, safety, teamwork and responsibility will gain self-confidence and personal growth all while having a FUN!tastic summer experience filled with lifetime memories. We offer full equine summer camp as well as spring and after-school sessions. EARLY BIRD PRICING! Visit our website for more information and open house dates!. CALL: (954) 642-CAMP (2267). VISIT: LinguaRanch.com. CONTACT: info@linguaranch.com.

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(MARTIAL ARTS CONT.) MMA/KICK BOXING Ages 5 – 12. It is our goal to share the good values of the martial arts to help people reach high, yet attainable goals. At the MMA Program, you will learn a blend of three dynamic, powerful martial arts; grappling, hand and kicking techniques. It is a complete discipline involving the mind as well as the body. For further information, please call Pedro at (954) 822-5875. Monthly. Tuesday & Thursday 7:00pm – 8:00pm. Resident $85/month, Non-Resident $95/month. Held at Plantation Community Center.

TAEKWONDO/KARATE CLASSES Ages 6 – 12. Taekwondo is the art of hand and foot fighting. It is an ancient Korean martial art that has evolved into a modern international Olympic sport. Through training, one can achieve harmony of mind and body, mental and physical discipline, self-control, self-confidence, humility, reduction of stress and the art of defending oneself unarmed. Instructor: Dr. Steve Preddie, M.Ed., D.Sc. and Dana Preddie, (954) 651-4080. Monthly. Monday & Wednesday 7:00pm – 8:00pm at Plantation Community Center, 5555 Palm Tree Road, Plantation. Resident $50/month, Non-Resident $60/month.

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FORT LAUDERDALE TRIATHLETES (FLT)

Ready to join a club, but not sure where to begin? Florida, with its ideal weather, is a mecca for triathletes and FLT is one of the newly formed training clubs to meet growing demand. FLT was formed to perpetuate a healthy lifestyle, through the collaboration of Multi-Sport athletes. It is based on a culture of inclusion, support, and fellowship, through training, racing, and social interaction. In only one season, it has

grown to 75 athletes strong thanks to support of the membership and its generous sponsors. Fort Lauderdale Triathletes is an official USAT (USA Triathlon) and IRONMANTM TriClub team. Members enjoy regular clinics/socials and “voluncheering” for each other and the tri-community at large. All members receive discounts from the sponsors and on select endurance races. Find out more at www.fltri.com or on Facebook (Fort Lauderdale Triathletes).

WOMEN FOR TRI (FLT LADIES) Women For Tri embodies the heart and soul of what makes the sport so rewarding: testing your ability, overcoming challenges, and realizing the full depth of your potential in the most widely recognized test of endurance – triathlon. The FLT Women For Tri Program is designed to bring more women into the exciting sport of Triathlon, in the warm, supportive, and encouraging environment of FLT. Find out more at fltri.com or on Facebook (FLT Ladies – Women for Tri).

PARKOUR FLORIDA TRIPLE THREAT PARKOUR First to offer Parkour in Broward County! Beginner to advanced Parkour, Free Running. Ages 8 and up. Joi us Friday nights 7:00pm – 9:00pm for a structured class teaching the skills and the art of Parkour. Experienced Instructors. 2290 SW 71st Terrace, Davie 33317. (954) 514-7250. www.fla3threat.com.

TAG USA GYMNASTICS & TRAMPOLINE & CHEER Parkour includes running, climbing, swinging, vaulting, jumping, rolling, quadru-pedal movement, and other movements as deemed most suitable for the situation. Parkour’s development from military training offers each athlete a great new discipline. We aim for our athletes is to gain confidence and exercise. Athletes learn to get from one point to another in a complex environment, without assistive equipment and in the fastest, most efficient way possible with our new parkour course! Register by phone, (954) 384-9191. 1951 North Commerce Parkway, Weston. www.TagGymnastics.com.

PICKLEBALL PLANTATION CENTRAL PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS Ages 16+. Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis played on a badminton-sized court with special pickleball paddles. The ball used is similar to a whiffle ball, but slightly smaller. The lower net and ball allow the game to be accessible to people of all abilities, while still allowing more competitive players to be challenged. Hours: Pick up games on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 7:00pm. Organized play on Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:30am - 10:00am, and Saturdays 8:00am - 10:00am. Plantation Central Park, 9151 NW 2nd Street, Plantation. Courts are located on the converted east roller hockey rink #4. For more information, call Veltri Tennis Center at (954) 513-3540.

RUGBY OKAPI WANDERERS RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB Ages 6 to high school. We also have a Men division and Old Boys division. Season begins in October. Competitive Youth, Middle School and Junior Varsity and Varsity teams. No experience necessary. Tequesta Trace Park. For more information and for registration go to www.okapiwanderersrugby.com or email info@okapiwanderersrugby.com.

FORT LAUDERDALE MEN’S AND WOMEN’S RUGBY No experience necessary. All play is at Mills Pond Park. Call (954) 543-6287 (men’s division) or (201) 787-6503 (women’s division) or visit www.ftlrugby.com.

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SCUBA DIVING SCUBA DIVING LESSONS Ages 12 & Up. Become a PADI certified SCUBA diver. Class is comprised of home study (text, video and self-tests), classroom instruction, 3 sessions at Plantation Central Park Aquatic Complex to learn use of equipment and underwater skills and 4 ocean dives at coral reefs with instructors over 2 days, leading to certification. Includes instruction, student kit, use of rental gear and video, pool use, boat fees and PADI certification card. Student provides mask, fins, snorkel and weights. For more information or to register for class, call or visit Diver’s Cove, 2335 S. University Drive, Davie, (954) 473-1220. $399 and up.

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ADULT 6 X 6 SOCCER LEAGUE Ages 18+. Sunday mornings, Friday & Sunday nights. $450 per team/10 games & playoffs, $20 late fee. Call (954) 452-2522 or visit plantationadultathletics.com.

PLANTATION ATHLETIC LEAGUE (PAL) Online registration at www.palsports.org. • PAL SOCCER – RECREATIONAL: Residents $135 / NonResidents/$185. Registration: August 2018, Saturday 9:00am – 2:00pm at Plantation Central Park Gym. Season of Play: November thru February. Ages 6 thru 17. Participation: Maximum of 3 times per week for all ages. • PAL SOCCER CLINIC – RECREATIONAL: Ages: 4 and 5. FEES: Residents $90 / Non-Residents $145. Registration: August 2018, Saturday 9:00am – 2:00pm at Plantation Central Park Gym. Season of Play: December – February. Participation: 2 times per week, Friday night and Saturday morning. • PAL SOCCER (EAGLES) – TRAVEL: AGES: 8–17. Residents $300 – $700, Non-Residents $350 – $750. Tryouts (boys & girls) begin in May at Central Park. Season: Year Round. Registration: Online in June.

WOMEN’S OVER 30 RECREATIONAL SOCCER LEAGUE $150 Registration Fee for the entire year includes team shirt and socks. Sunday afternoon games. Seasons: September – December and January – May. Beginners are welcome, individuals only. For more information, call (954) 445-8367, send an email to browardrecsoccer@comcast.net or visit browardrecsoccer.com.

WOMEN’S OVER 40 RECREATIONAL SOCCER LEAGUE Games are played on Friday evenings at 6:45pm and 8:00pm at Bamford Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Road in Davie. The level of play is recreational, and beginners are welcome. Games are played with FIFA rules minus the offsides rule. Individuals only; no team sign-ups. Cost is $70 per person. For further information, please call Patsy Gibbs at (954) 494-9633.

SOFTBALL BROWARD BASEBALL ACADEMY (BBA) BBA, a year-round softball training facility, specializes in private instruction, small group lessons and team sessions for hitting, fielding & pitching. BBA also runs a winter and spring break camp as well as camp days when schools are closed. We offer facility rentals including two lighted fields and brand new COVERED BATTING CAGES with pitching machines. Come hit in our state of the art covered batting cages! Located on the David Posnack JCC Campus, 5850 S. Pine Island Rd. Davie. Director – Wayne Stofsky, Wayne@BrowardBaseballAcademy.com. (954) 683-7747.

ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES Adults 18+. Monday (Co-ed), Tuesdays (Divisions 1, 2 & 3), Sunday mornings. $480 per team/10 games & playoffs, $20 late registration fee. Call (954) 452-2522 or visit www.plantationadultathletics.com.

PLANTATION ATHLETIC LEAGUE (PAL) • PAL GIRLS RECREATIONAL SOFTBALL: Visit www.palsoftball. com. AGES: 4–17. SEASON: February – May. Registration: November, Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 8:00pm and Fridays 9:00am – 3:00pm at Plantation Central Park Gym. Register Online at parks.plantation.org. FEES: Residents $115 / Non-residents $165. Participation: Maximum of 3 times per week for all ages. • PAL PRESSURE GIRLS TRAVEL SOFTBALL: Visit www.plantationpressure.com. Ages 7–18, Year Round. Residents $125 / Non-residents $175. Teams usually hold tryouts in January and February and again in August, or on as-needed basis. Registration in November.

WOMEN’S OVER 25 RECREATIONAL SOFTBALL LEAGUE Games are played on Sunday mornings at 9:00am and 10:15am at Bamford Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Road in Davie. The level of play is recreational, and beginners are welcome. Individuals only; no team sign-ups. Cost is $70 per person. For further information, please call Patsy Gibbs at (954) 494-9633.

SWIMMING CENTRAL PARK AQUATIC COMPLEX 9151 NW 2nd Street, Plantation, (954) 452-2525. www.Plantation.org. Two Olympic size pools, each 50 meters by 25 yards, and a 500 square foot water playground for toddlers. • POOL HOURS: Monday – Friday 9:00am – 8:00pm, Saturday 8:00am – 4:30pm, Sunday 10:00am – 2:00pm and Holidays 10:00am – 2:00pm. Memberships Available or Daily Gate Fees Apply. Members may swim as early as 7:30am, Monday – Friday, year-round.

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Competitive and Elite developmental tournament soccer program. Participation in local, state and regional Premier and national Premier Elite tournaments. All level players accepted for progressive development program. Accepting players all year long. Season runs from September to June, each year. Location: Tequesta Trace Park, 600 Indian Trace, Weston 33326. (954) 812-7991. www.futsoc.club. • YOUTH ACADEMY AND AMATEUR ACADEMY: Competitive and Elite Developmental Soccer Club: U11–U23 Boys. Contact: Jose Tamayo – Executive Director / Director of Coaching. Email: director@futsoc.club. • BAMBINOS ACADEMY: U7–U10 Boys & Girls. Contact: Francisco Tamayo – Bambinos Academy Director / Assistant Director of Coaching. Email: Bambinos@futsoc.club. • ENIGMA CUP: International Youth Soccer Tournament in Weston, FL – June 11 – 17, 2018. Website: www.enigmacup.com - Email: info@enigmacup.com • HIGH PERFORMANCE SOCCER TRAINING ACADEMY & CAMPS: Contact: f.tamayo@futsoc.club

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(SWIMMING CONT.) • PLANTATION SWIM TEAM: Known as the Piranhas, the Plantation Swim Team (PST) is a City-sponsored, year-round U.S. Swimming team offering instruction, fitness and endurance training and competition for all ages and abilities (Age-Group through Masters Swimming). TRYOUTS: Monday – Thursday, 3:30pm & 4:45pm. Child’s swim skills are evaluated for placement in the appropriate group. Child needs bathing suit and towel. Call for fees. (954) 452-2526. www.swimpst.com. • U.S. MASTERS/TRIATHLON SWIM TEAM: Designed for health, fitness, mental and physical well being, along with swim stroke improvement. Must be able to swim 25 yards. Training for competitive swim meets and training for triathletes, if so desired. Nationally accredited USS Certified Staff Coach. Call (954) 452-2526 for fees and times. • SWIM BABIES SWIM: Ages 6 months – 6 years. Babies learn to surface and float on their backs, should they accidentally fall into the water. Young children learn to surface and swim to the edge and to breathe by positioning themselves onto their backs, then swimming until they reach safety. For more information or to make reservations, call (954) 663-6518. Please leave a message and your call will be returned. Resident $199 and Non-resident $209. • WATER AEROBICS: Ages 18 & up. Water exercise classes offer a total body workout to improve muscle strength, flexibility and provide an efficient cardiovascular workout. Deep Water Aerobics is held in the diving well so that you do not come in contact with the bottom of the pool. A buoyancy belt is provided to allow arms and legs to perform large movements against the resistance of the water. Both classes are geared for beginner to advanced. No swimming skills are needed. Seniors Welcome. USWFA Certified Instructor. Water Aerobics: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 11:00am – 11:50am. Deep Water Aerobics: Tuesday 7:00pm – 7:50pm & Saturday 11:00am – 11:50am. Residents: $14/1 class, $48/4 classes, $67/8 classes or $76/12 classes, Non-residents: $15/1 class,

$51/4 classes, $74/8 classes or $86/12 classes. • LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM: Plantation’s Learn-to-Swim Programs offer training for all ages, infant through adult. Programs include the American Red Cross Swim Lesson Program; Private Swim Lessons; Camp Swim Lessons; Special Needs Swim Lessons; Infant Swim Lessons; and Swim & Dive Instruction. • AMERICAN RED CROSS-LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM: Swim lesson sessions consist of 6 lessons. Makeup lessons are scheduled only when the facility has cancelled a lesson. All courses are taught by American Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructors (WSI). Class schedule and fees are subject to change. Maximum enrollment is 15 children per class. Price includes the $5 registration fee. A $15 cancellation fee applies to any refund. No refunds after class starts. • ADULT BEGINNER SWIM LESSONS: (Adults 17 & up). Designed for adults who want to conquer a fear of water and learn to swim. A total of 4 classes for 55 minutes each. Classes are taught Tuesday & Thursday evenings or Saturday & Sunday mornings. Seniors welcome. Residents $67 / Non Residents $77. • PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS: All Ages. One-on-one swim lessons taught by American Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructors (WSIs). Package consists of (6) lessons, 25 minutes each. For more information, call (954) 663-6518. Residents $199 / Non Residents $209. • SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS: (6 Months – 6 Years Old) Instructor to student ratio of 2 to 1. Package of six lessons, taught by American Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructor (WSI). For more information, call (954) 663-6518. Residents $359 / Non-Residents $369.

TENNIS VELTRI TENNIS CENTER 9101 NW 2nd St., Central Park, Plantation. (954) 452-2530. Featuring 26 lighted Har-Tru tennis courts and 2 lighted hard courts. Courts are reserved on the hour and half hour basis. Daily court fees or memberships available for residents & non-residents. Winter, Spring & Summer Camps available. HOURS: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 9:00pm, Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm and Sunday 8:00am – 3:00pm. Holidays 8:00am - 5:00pm. Special Holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year) 8:00am - 12:00pm. Light Fees $6/hour, per court. • WOMEN’S BEGINNER TEAM CLINIC: Thursdays 9:00am – 10:30am, $185/10 classes, $330/20 classes, $20/class. • 10 UNDER RED: Ages 4–6. Tuesday – Friday, 4:00pm – 5:00pm, Saturday, 9:00am – 10:00am, $110/10 classes, $200/20 classes, $13/class. • 10 UNDER ORANGE: Ages 7–9. Tuesday – Friday 5:00pm – 6:00pm and Saturday 10:00am – 11:00am, $110/10 classes, $200/20 classes, $13/class. • ROOKIE GROUP: Ages 9–14. Tuesday & Thursday 4:30pm – 6:00pm and Saturday 11:00am – 12:30pm. $185/10 classes, $330/20 classes, $20/daily, $13/daily/Sat. • GREEN BALL: Ages 9–13. Wednesday & Friday 5:00pm – 6:00pm and Sunday 10:00am – 11:00am. $13, Contact Aleks Koleva, 954-830-0594. • ADULT CLINICS: Ages 17 & up. Beginners Mondays & Thursdays, 7:00pm – 8:30pm. Intermediates Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7:00pm - 8:30am and Sundays 8:30am – 10:00am. $185/10 classes, $330/20 classes, $20/class. • ADULT CARDIO TENNIS: Thursdays, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Contact Aleks, 954-830-0594.

PLANTATION WOODS TENNIS 5555 Palm Tree Road, Plantation. Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday, 8:00am – 9:00pm, Friday – Sunday, 8:00am – Dusk.

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VOLLEYBALL SOFLO VOLLEYBALL Gold Medal Squared Certified Club with USAV Safe Sport Certified Coaches, experienced coaching from Professional, Collegiate and High School Levels. Volleyball Camps, Small Group Clinics, Youth Development, Year Round Sand & Beach Training PLUS Local & Travel Club Teams. SoFLO Volleyball also is host to AAU local tournaments and participates in USAV & AAU Regional and National tournaments. Learn more at SoFLOVolleyball.org or call (954) 600-9810. • CLUB TEAMS: Regional and National teams. Club Season is August – April with National Teams continuing thru June. Club Season registration is in August through November. Athlete ages are 7–18. • DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM: Ages 5–15. Beginners who want to learn the fundamental skills with technical training in small group setting. Each session focuses on and builds upon specific skills: passing, serving, ball control, spiking, and court positions. Fridays 4:00pm – 6:00pm. Ongoing August – May. • BEACH SAND VOLLEYBALL: Year around training in the sand for beginning to advanced level players. Practice drilling, movement, team strategy and even competing with the professionals! Practice twice a week at local Parks or at a local Beach.

Boys and Girls, Ages 8–17. Strength and conditioning, plus agility and footwork. Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced in groups together. Skill development in proper skill level groups. Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. Thursdays from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Resident $210/8 weeks. Non-Resident $220/8 weeks. For more information, call (305) 749-6090.

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WALKING

ACTING & DRAMA

WALKING CLUB Meet new people and stay healthy at the same time. Come join your fellow walkers for this free activity at Central Park or Volunteer Park. Non-structured walks will take place in the lake area at Central Park. Distance maps will be posted so you can track your progress. Simply fill out a registration form at Central Park’s front desk. Once you are registered, your name will appear on a weekly sheet. Just post your mileage and we will keep track for you each week. FREE. Call (954) 452-2510 for more information. Monday – Friday, Sun up until 9:00pm, Saturday & Sunday, sun up until sundown: Volunteer Park, Tuesday – Sunday, 8:00am – sundown.

WATERSKIING, WAKEBOARDING & WAKE-SURF WATERSKIING & WAKEBOARDING LESSONS Waterski & Wakeboard lessons and now Surfing at CB Smith Park. Beautiful, private, fresh water lake, New Surf boat to make endless surfing possible. Slalom, Kneeboard, tube rides, birthday parties, camp field trips, surfing, etc. All equipment supplied. Open year round. Call Mike for appt. & information at (954) 292-3953, www.browardski.com.

BROADWAY KIDS STUDIO – PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 9042 West State Road 84, Davie 33324 (Ridge Plaza behind The Round Up). Awarded as Best After School Program & Best Kids Theater Program, look no further than Broadway Kids Studio. BKS offers group classes and private lessons in Singing, Acting, Dancing, & Musical Instruments (Piano, Drums, & Guitar). For students interested in acting and drama, BKS has a wide range of classes for the beginner to the most experienced students in Musical Theater, Audition Preparation, Advanced Acting and more! Auditions are held throughout the year for our many productions of plays and musicals. Additionally, enrollment in our Summer Camp entitles everyone a part in the camp production. Contact us at (954) 693-7500 or www.BroadwayKidsStudio.com.

INSIDE OUT THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAMS At Sagemont Upper School, 2585 Glades Circle, in Weston. Serving South Florida since 1998, Inside Out Theatre is one of Broward County’s premiere arts organizations and proud to offer its summer programs in Weston. Summer Intensive: June 18 - July 15; Ages 12 -18 “Beauty & the Beast” Students will rehearse and perform the full musical at the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre. Summer Conservatory: July 16-.August 3; Ages 9-14 yrs. - Professional instruction in acting, voice, dance, stage combat, physical comedy, mime and more! Students will create and perform an original show at the Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center at the end of the session. More info: www.insideouttheatre.org; (954) 385-3060; insidebraun@aol.com.

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MVP – MENTORING VALUABLE PROTÉGÉS VOLLEYBALL

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ADULT PROGRAMS SOFLO VOLLEYBALL Play coed indoor volleyball pick-up games with adult players of different ages and skill levels. Everybody plays. Wednesdays 8:00pm –10:30pm at David Posnack JCC, 5850 S. Pine Island Rd, Davie 33328. For more information on different locations call or text (954) 600-9810. JCC Members $5 / Community $7. Open to the public, men and women. SoFLOVolleyball.org.

AFTERSCHOOL & DAY OFF CAMPS

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TAG USA GYMNASTICS & TRAMPOLINE & CHEER

1951 N. Commerce Parkway, Weston. Register by phone, (954) 384-9191. www.TagGymnastics.com. AFTERCARE SCHOOL PICK UP & PARENT DROP OFF: Pick up from all Weston and Cooper City Public and Charter Schools, directly to our gym or parent drop off. Starting at $245/month includes: 5 day pickup, two classes per day & snack. On site teacher for homework help. All drivers are Background checked, Licensed, & Certified. Register by phone or in person for the 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR! Call today! (954) 384-9191.

BROADWAY KIDS STUDIO – PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 9042 West State Road 84, Davie 33324 (Ridge Plaza behind The Round Up). Awarded as Best After School Program & Best Kids Theater Program, look no further than Broadway Kids Studio. Our After-School program entitles students to 15 classes per week in all aspects of the performing arts and offers pickup from over 30 local school. A Drop Off option is also available. BKS picks up during all early release days and offers day camps during teacher work days for an additional fee. This program is available for students ranging in age from 5 to 18 and is deeply discounted over the normal group class rate but hurry as it sell out every year! Private lessons in singing, acting, dancing, and instruments are also available for additional fees. Contact us at (954) 693-7500 or www.BroadwayKidsStudio.com.

BROWARD BASEBALL ACADEMY (BBA)/HAL’S POWER ALLEY BBA offers an after-school class on Tuesdays from 3:30pm – 4:30pm at its facility on the campus of the David Posnack JCC, located on the corner of Stirling and Pine Island Roads. This program is for beginners between the ages of 5 and 11 years old and will teach the fundamentals of hitting, fielding and throwing. BBA is a year-round baseball and softball training facility, with two lighted fields and Hal’s Power Alley, 3 covered batting cages with pitching machines. Please call (954) 683-7747 for more information and pricing or you can email Wayne@browardbaseballacademy.com. BBA is Located on the David Posnack JCC Campus, 5850 S. Pine Island Rd., Davie, FL 33328. The Director is Wayne Stofsky.

KUMITE MARTIAL ARTS Our one of a kind After School program caters to Ages K–12. Students are transported directly from school to our state of the art facility where they will also participate in a daily martial arts class (for an additional fee) where they will not only get fit, they will learn valuable self-defense techniques. Our school has a strong emphasis on building important life skills such as focus, respect, discipline, confidence and teamwork. From $185/Month. 4150 Peters Road, Plantation 33317. www.kumitemartialarts.com. (954) 321-0029.

IMACS - MATH, COMPUTER PROGRAMMING & LOGICAL REASONING ENRICHMENT Take your child’s logical reasoning skills to the next level! IMACS gives students a competitive edge by teaching them how to think critically in a fun environment. Call 954.791.2333 or 561.470.1178 or visit www.imacs.org to schedule a FREE Placement Class. Weekly After-School/Saturday classes. Grades 1–12. Weston, Plantation, Boca and Fort Lauderdale.

BRIGHT & SMART – ROBOTICS, CODING, & ENGINEERING AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS Our STEM Engineering Program includes Hands-on Robot Assembly, Coding, 3D Printing and more! We offer various After-School Enrichment programs for all girls and boys, 7 to 14 years old. Children in all our programs are immersed in a unique, fun-filled experience that fosters teamwork, builds problem solving skills, and nurtures critical and creative thinking. Classes are held after school in 8-week sessions. Tuition includes 90 minutes per week of instruction, materials, and lab fees. Register for an Introductory Trial Class today! Get in contact: (954) 816-3346, Info@BrightAndSmart.com. Visit our website: www.BrightAndSmart.com. Stay connected: www.facebook.com/BrightAndSmart, www.twitter.com/Bright_n_Smart, www.instagram.com/brightandsmart.

NOB HILL ACADEMY Nob Hill Academy is a modern and bright state-of-the-art facility. We offer Developmental Programs, Free VPK, Afterschool Program (pick-up from area schools) and Summer & Winter camps available. Locations in Sunrise (2 locations), (954) 748-2489, Davie (954) 791-9270 and Pembroke Pines (954) 437-3949.

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CITY OF PLANTATION DAY OFF CAMPS • SHARE-A-PONY KIDS’ DAY OFF: AGES 4–12. Plantation Equestrian Center, 1451 N.W. 118th Avenue, Plantation. (954) 476-4316, pec@plantation.org. Bring a snack, lunch & drink. 9:30am - 4:30pm. Residents, $70 per day. Non-residents, $75 per day. Next Days Off: 2/19/18, 3/23/18, 6/7/18, 6/8/18. • KIDS’ DAY OFF: AGES 5-11. Bring the kids for a wide variety of activities planned for non-school days. Bring a bag lunch and drink. Extra drinks are available for purchase. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Registration is held at Plantation Central Park two weeks prior to the event. There will be an extra charge for registering the day of event. 7:30am – 6:00pm (program hours), 9:00am – 4:00pm (structured activities). Residents: $30 plus. Non-residents: $43. Next Day Off: 3/23/18.

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ATTRACTIONS & VENUES THE BB&T CENTER The BB&T Center is the premier sports and entertainment venue in South Florida. Located in Sunrise, the BB&T Center plays host to more than 200 events annually including Florida Panthers hockey. For further information and a schedule of events please visit www.thebbtcenter.com. The BB&T Center is the Center of it All.

MONSTER MINI GOLF 18 holes of indoor, monster themed, Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf and more! Feel the excitement and adventure of playing mini golf amidst cool monster décor that includes custom artwork and animated props. Our courses are challenging enough for adults to navigate, yet very playable for children. Experience our Weird Radio interactive DJ, who plays music and hosts contests for prizes. Monster Mini Golf is frightfully fun for all ages! 14435 Miramar Parkway, Miramar, 33027 . ½ mile east of I75 (954) 589-1878. 9533 Westview Drive, Coral Springs 33076 in Regal Cinemas Shopping Center (954) 526-5115.

BILLIES SWAMP SAFARI 30000 Gator Trail, Clewiston. swampsafari.com, (800) 559-2205.

GATOR PARK Everglades National Park, 24050 SW 8th Street, Miami. gatorpark.com, (800) 559-2205.

JUNGLE ISLAND 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami. jungleisland.com, (305) 400-7000.

LION COUNTRY SAFARI 2003 Lion Country Safari Road, Loxahatchee. lioncountrysafari.com, (561) 793-1084.

MIAMI SEAQUARIUM 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami. miamiseaquarium.com, (305) 361-5705

MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE 401 SW 2ND Street, Fort Lauderdale. mods.org, (954) 467-6637.

PALM BEACH ZOO 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach palmbeachzoo.org, (561) 547-9453.

ZOO MIAMI 12400 SW 152nd Street, Miami. zoomiami.org, (305) 251-0400.

CHESS CHESS FOR KIDS: CHESSART Learning to think outside the box. Chess is a useful educational tool. Chess is a tool that improves your child’s confidence, imagination, concentration and intuition. Chess also develops critical and logical thinking. Chess improves schoolwork and grades. Ages 4 and up. Chess is fun! After school programs: Montessori Schools, Imagine Charter. Group Lessons: Weston Community Center, Sunset Lakes Miramar Community Center, Davie Pine Island Park Multipurpose Center, Pembroke Isles, The Ridges Boca Raton Community Center & Westlake Preparatory in Cooper City. Private lessons, tournaments. www.chessartkids.com, info@chessartkids.com. (954) 650-2562 or (954) 534-3771 or (954) 416-4802.

OPEN CHESS Adults & children, novices & experts. Get in the game! Come with a partner or play with who is here. No formal instruction offered. Fridays 5:00pm – 7:00pm. Helen B. Hoffman Library, 501 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation (954) 797-2140.

CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT KIDOKINETICS Central Park. Ages 18 months - 5 years. The “Fun Way to Fitness.” Your child will learn a new sport each week and be introduced to the basics of each sport in a fun and non-competitive atmosphere. Activities include soccer, hockey, tennis, basketball, volleyball, football, golf, hulahoops, obstacle courses, T-ball and more. Led by experienced coaches who provide a fun and safe environment for learning. Kidokinetics focuses on individual achievement to improve the child’s self-confidence. (T-shirt can be purchased for an additional $8) Ages 2–5: Wednesdays, 5:00pm – 5:45pm. $45/month, Non-residents $55/month.

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Teaching students to express themselves through the arts. Our program offers unique art experiences that promote your child’s confidence and creativity. Drawing. Painting. Cartooning. Printmaking. Ceramics. Group and private workshops. After school programs. Portfolio development for students from 9th and 12th grade. www.chessartkids. com, info@chessartkids.com, (954) 534-3771 or (954) 650-2562 or (954) 416-4802.

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(CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CONT.) CLASSES AT PLANTATION COMMUNITY CENTER 5555 Palm Tree Road, Plantation. • C.A.R.E. Cooking, Art, Reading, Enrichment: Ages 5 – 10. 1st & 3rd Saturday of Month. Children will explore books from various authors, and create a tasty treat that relates to the book. During the read-a-loud, guided questioning will focus on phonics, fluency, phonemic, awareness, vocabulary and comprehension. In addition, children will learn about concepts of print and elements of a story. • ART ACADEMY: Ages 5 - 10. 2nd and 4th Saturday of Month. Children will work with various art mediums and tools in a hands-on learning environment. Artists will exercise their imagination while simultaneously developing a strong set of observational skills. Projects are geared toward young children in a fun and approachable way! Materials used to create projects will consist of various forms of paint, canvas, chalk, colored pencils and ceramics. Classes will alternate weekly. For information call (954) 797-2180. Monthly classes. Ages 5 – 7: Saturdays 9:45am – 10:45am. Ages 8 – 10: Saturdays 11:00am – 12:00pm. Resident $25/month, Non-Resident $30/month. • KIDTASTIC CORNER: Ages 3 - 5. Young children will have an opportunity to learn social skills through interaction with their peers, develop fine motor skills, and learn new concepts that will prepare them for a structured educational environment. Learning experiences will include hands-on projects, interactive play, learning curriculum, music and movement. Children must be potty-trained and must be at least 3 years old by the program start date. Birth certificates are required at time of registration. Call (954) 797-2180 for more information. Limited enrollment. Monthly, Monday - Wednesday Friday 9:00am – 12:00pm. Resident $85/bi-weekly, Non-resident $115/bi-weekly.

DANCE DANCE FX Currently in its 21st year, Dance FX has more than 50 dancers on its award winning competition team that travels all over the country, AND we are the home to ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ runner up, Tiffany Maher 2012 & Alexis Juliano Top 14 in 2013! Dance FX Alumni, Brandon Grimm, is a 2017 finalist on America’s Got Talent with his group Dancing with Diavolo. Classes are for ages 18 months–advanced level in ballet, contemporary, pointe, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical and acrobatics. Visit our studio – and get a FREE TRIAL WEEK of classes! We also host birthday parties! Boys’ scholarships available. Call about our amazing discounts for early Summer Camp registration! Joan Bartoletti (954) 742-3114. 10057D Sunset Strip, Sunrise 33323. www.DanceFXSunrise.com.

BROADWAY KIDS STUDIO – PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 9042 West State Road 84, Davie 33324 (Ridge Plaza behind The Round Up). Awarded as Best After School Program & Best Kids Theater Program in all of Broward County and previously awarded as Best Dance Studio in Cooper City/Davie, look no further than Broadway Kids Studio. BKS offers group classes and private lessons in Singing, Acting, Dancing, & Musical Instruments (Piano, Drums, & Guitar). Dance classes range from beginner to advance in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and more! BKS also has a Dance Competition & Dance Company Team and have had many students qualify for National and World Championships! Contact us at (954) 693-7500 or www.BroadwayKidsStudio.com.

FLORIDA SUPERSTARS (954) 438-2075 or www.floridasuperstars.com. CHEER & DANCE PROGRAM: Florida Super Stars offer a high-energy combination class with instruction in dance, cheerleading & baton twirling. Over 10 locations, $55 per month for unlimited classes. Year round performances are optional. Feature performances include: Miami Heat, Dolphins, Hurricanes, Disney World, Super Bowl and Orange Bowl!

STELLA’S DANCERS STUDIO Classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary & Musical Theater for ages 2 ½ and up. Beginner through professional. www.stellasdancers.com. 9740 Griffin Rd. Cooper City, FL 33320. (954) 434-8401.

DANCE CLASSES AT CENTRAL PARK Ages 3 & up. Central Park. Classes build strength, flexibility, memory, and confidence. Beginning Dance and Beginning Dance I are for beginners. Level II classes require a minimum of one year in dance in that subject. Tap-Jazz-Ballet & Hip-Hop classes. Class times run late afternoon and early evening. 30 & 45-minute classes, Residents, $80/10 weeks, Non-Residents, $90/10 weeks, Residents, 60 min. classes $90/10 weeks, Non-Residents, $100/10 weeks, plus a $5 insurance fee. Joan Bartoletti (954) 742-3114 or (954) 444-1298.

DANCE CLASSES AT PLANTATION COMMUNITY CENTER 5555 Palm Tree Road, Plantation. Meredith Dreyfuss, Dance Director: (954) 260-4409, www.dancetta.com. • PEE WEE DANCE: Ages 2 years. An introduction to dance and ballet technique for young students through the use of upbeat music, props and a fun, positive atmosphere. Classes February 27 – April 17, Tuesdays 10:00am - 10:30am. Resident $120/8 weeks, Non-Resident $130/8 weeks. • KIDS GROOVE COMBO – BALLET/TAP: Ages 3 - 4 years. An innovative class that introduces the elementary level of both ballet & tap. Through the use of demonstration, group and individual activities, students will learn to love dance & choreography. Classes February 27 – April 17, Tuesdays 10:30am - 11:30am. Resident $145/8 weeks, Non-Resident $155/8 weeks. • Kids Hype Hip Hop: Ages 5 - 6 years. With a strong concentration on the importance of music, rhythm and technique, our hip hop classes keep students moving from start to finish. Basic “breaking” skills, traveling across the floor and choreography are all used as

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building blocks from one class to the next. Classes February 28 – April 18, Wednesdays 5:00pm – 5:45pm. Resident $125/8 weeks, Non-Resident $135/8 weeks. • Adult Hip Hop: Ages 18 & up. Utilizing specific dance techniques, current music & Hip Hop trends, as well as a concentration on flexibility and core strengthening, this class gives a full body workout. For the beginner, as well as the more seasoned Hip Hop dancer. Classes February 28 – April 18, Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:00am. Resident $145/8 weeks, Non-Resident $155/8 weeks.

DOG PARKS Usage fees may apply. Please contact the dog park of your choice prior to arriving for more information. • Happy Tails Dog Park (City of Plantation): 6500 S.W. 16th St., Plantation 33317. (954) 452-2510. 7:00am – dusk daily. Wednesdays noon – dusk. www.plantation.org/parks-recreation • Barkham Park At Markham Park (Broward County Parks): 16001 W. State Rd. 84, Sunrise 33326. (954) 357-8868. Dog Park pass required. Proof of current vaccinations must be provided. www.broward.org/parks. • Dog Beach at Hollywood Beach (City of Hollywood): between Pershing St. and Custer St., Hollywood 33019. (954) 921-3404. Friday, Saturday & Sunday only. 3:00pm – 7:00pm. Daily and 6 month passes for purchase. dboh.org. • Pembroke Pines Dog Park (City of Pembroke Pines): 9751 Johnson Street, Pembroke Pines. (954) 392-2130. 8:00am – dusk. ppines.org. • Steven L. Josias Dog & Equestrian Park (City of Pembroke Pines): 5836 SW 193rd Way, Pembroke Pines. Monday – Saturday 8:00am – dusk, Sunday 8:00am – 6:00pm. ppines.org. • Dr. Steven G. Paul Dog Park (City of Coral Springs): 2575 Sportsplex Dr., Coral Springs 33067. (954) 346-4428. • Bark Park at Snyder Park (City of Fort Lauderdale): 3299 S.W. Fourth Ave., Fort Lauderdale 33315. (954) 828-4341. • Dog Park at Emerald Hills Park (City of Hollywood): 3901 N. 30th Terrace, Hollywood 33021. (954) 921-3404. • Dog Park at John Williams Park (City of Hollywood): 6101 Sheridan St., Hollywood 33021. (954) 921-3404. • Dog Park at Oakridge Park (City of Hollywood): 5200 S.W. 35th Ave., Hollywood 33021. (954) 921-3404. • Dog Park at Poinciana Park (City of Hollywood): 1301 S. 21st Ave., Hollywood 33020. (954) 921-3404. • Gary B. Jones Park for People and Pups (City of Tamarac): 8101 Southgate Blvd., Tamarac 33321. (954) 597-3620. • Joseph Scavo Park (City of Hallandale Beach): 900 Three Islands Blvd., Hallandale Beach 33009. (954) 457-1452. • Oakland Bark Park (City of Oakland Park): 971 N.W. 38th St., Oakland Park 33309. (954) 630-4352. • Precious Paws Dog Park at Patrick J. Meli Park (City of Dania Beach): 2901 S.W. 52nd St., Dania Beach 33312. (954) 985-4400. • Windmill Park (City of Coconut Creek): 700 Lyons Rd., Coconut Creek 33063. (954) 545-6670. • Woodville Dog Park (City of North Lauderdale): 1500 S.W. 83rd Ave., North Lauderdale 33068. (954) 724-7061.

FISHING & BOATING BOAT RENTALS: BROWARD COUNTY PARKS Visit broward.org/parks for details on types of boats available, addresses & costs. • Central Broward Regional Park & Stadium: Paddleboats • Everglades Holiday Park: Johnboats • Plantation Heritage Park: Paddleboats • Tree Tops Park: Paddleboats • T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park: Paddleboats, johnboats, kayaks, and canoes. Stand-up paddleboard classes available. • Quiet Waters Park: Paddleboats, kayaks, and canoes • West Lake Park: Kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards

MOVIE THEATERS & MOVIES AUTONATION® IMAX 3D THEATER 401 SW Second Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312. (954) 467-6637 or (954) 463-IMAX (4629), www.imax.com/movies. The IMAX Experience in 70MM 2D Film Format. SHOWS DAILY.

MUSIC & VOICE BROADWAY KIDS STUDIO - PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 9042 West State Road 84, Davie 33324 (Ridge Plaza behind The Round Up). Awarded as Best After School Program & Best Kids Theater Program, look no further than Broadway Kids Studio. BKS offers group classes and private lessons in Singing, Acting, Dancing, & Musical Instruments (Piano, Drums, & Guitar). Additionally, the BKS Star Performers (vocalists and musicians) had been entertaining audiences throughout south Florida for the past decade! Auditions are required to join this exclusive group! BKS also offers an After-School Program, Camps, Dance Competition and performance opportunities (Plays and Musicals). Contact us at (954) 693-7500 or www.BroadwayKidsStudio.com.

LEARN TO PLAY THE PIANO Volunteer Park. Ages 6–13. Allow your children to experience the joy of learning to play the piano! Exposure to music may benefit your child’s IQ, reading ability and stress relief. Availability of a piano or keyboard needed for daily practice. Some additional lesson materials are needed and are available through the Instructor, Iliana Kalish, (954) 391-3956. Lessons are 30 minutes each, once a week. Classes begin February 27. Resident $165/8 weeks, Non-resident $175/8 weeks. Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 3:30pm – 6:00pm.

GUITAR LESSONS FOR CHILDREN Volunteer Park. Ages 6–15. Allow your children to experience the joy of learning to play the guitar! Exposure to music may benefit your child’s IQ, reading ability and stress relief. Availability of a guitar is needed for daily practice. Some additional lesson materials are needed and are available through the Instructor, Susana Buitrago, (954) 646-3303. Lessons are 30 minutes each, once a week. Classes begin February 28. Resident $165/8 weeks, Non-resident $175/8 weeks. Wednesdays and Thursdays: 3:30pm – 6:00pm.

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(MUSIC & VOICE CONT.) MUSIC’S COOL DAY CAMP 2018

Students are part of a band playing music they love, learning to read and write music, performing and recording. Professional instruction in Bass, Piano, Brass, Drums and Drumline, Vocals, Guitars, Keyboard, Ukulele and Woodwinds. Swimming & Pool Activities, Arts & Crafts, Games & More! Ages 6–16, Beginners through Advanced, Individuals or your whole band may join. Every student performs on stage and camp ends with a concert performance! All new Electronic Music/ Young DJs Program, Ages 12 - 16! Two 3-week Sessions: June 11 – June 29 & July 2 – July 20. Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pm (before & after care available, 8am – 5pm). No Registration Fee! Camp held at Plantation Imagine Charter School, 8200 Peters Road, Plantation. Call (954) 232-3174 or visit www.coolmusicschool.net.

FLORIDA SINGING SONS Come Sing With Us! Boys from 3rd Grade to High School and from all over Broward County share an all-around musical experience. The boys engage in music theory, vocal production and stage performance. Annually, the senior choirs tour nationally or internationally. For upcoming concerts, check us out on Facebook and at www.singingson. org. Interested in auditioning? 1229 NE 37th Street, Oakland Park, 33334. Contact us at (954) 563-2697.

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to meet the latest STEAM curriculum and Common Core objectives. Children in all our programs are immersed in a unique, fun-filled experience that fosters teamwork, builds problem-solving skills, and nurtures critical and creative thinking. All girls and boys, 7–14 years old, are eligible to attend at various locations. Register for an Introductory Trial Class today! Get in contact: (954) 816-3346, Info@BrightAndSmart.com, Visit our website: www.BrightAndSmart.com. Stay connected: www.facebook.com/BrightAndSmart, www.twitter.com/Bright_n_Smart, www.instagram.com/brightandsmart.

SNAPOLOGY Classes held at Plantation Central Park. For further information, please call Airam at (954) 864-7590. Resident $105/month, Non-Resident $115/month. • AGES 4 – 6. JUNIOR ENGINEER CLASS: Children will learn to explore the world of robotics as they build simple models that teach fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about sensors with drills and magic wands, or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement while building helicopters and robotic dogs, your child is sure to have a great time. Monthly. Thursdays, 3:30pm – 5:00pm. • AGES 6 – 14. STEAM: Kids will have a blast creating robotic games each week while learning about robotics. Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, programming, and pulleys as they create fun to play games. Whether creating a robotic hockey player, pinball machine or a ring toss, your child is sure to have fun building, learning and playing. Monthly. Wednesdays 3:30pm – 5:00pm.

SKEET & TRAP SHOOTING MARKHAM SKEET & TRAP CLUB Markham Skeet & Trap Club sponsors a Youth Program offering free trapshooting instruction and gun safety training every Monday night from 6:00pm – 9:00pm at the Markham Park Gun Range (Markham Park is located at the intersection of Weston Road and State Road 84). Ages 10–17 are welcome to join at no cost. The program provides shotguns to those who do not have them. This six-year-old program is the largest in the state of Florida with over 500 youth shooters having passed through the program. We start with the basics of gun safety and how to shoot all the way up to competing on a state and national level. All of our instructors are certified NRA Safety Officers and many are also certified at higher levels by the ATA, NSSA, and NSCA. For more information contact: Steve Norris at (754) 264-9584.

SPECIAL POPULATION PROGRAMS THERAPIES 4 KIDS [T4K] & BRIGHT STEPS FORWARD Therapies 4 Kids (T4K) & Bright Steps Forward provides PT/OT/SLP/ ABA to children with developmental disabilities. Services include direct treatment, patient education, and specialized programs to meet the growing health needs of the community. Therapies 4 Kids has become the leader in Pediatric and Adult programs for neurological disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, Autism, & Stroke. Diagnostic testing for Autism & ADHD. Medicaid & Most Insurances accepted. OPEN SATURDAYS. 5 Locations: 10261 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines 33025 – (954) 651-9263. 1495 North Park Drive, Weston 33326 – (954) 651-9279. 1750 N. University Drive, Suite 105, Coral Springs 33071 – (954) 990-0335. 2955 Coral Way, Miami 33145 – (954) 356-2878. 5970 S.W. 18th Street, Boca Raton 33433 – (954) 356-2878. www.therapies4kids.com. Private Learning Center K–12 now taking applications: www.brightstepsforward.org.

CITY OF PLANTATION AQUATICS SPECIAL NEEDS For information about Aquatic classes for children and adults with special needs, including those with physical disabilities, please call (954) 663-6518. • SPECIAL NEEDS RECREATIONAL EXERCISE PROGRAM: SENIORS WELCOME. This exercise program accommodates individuals unable to be independent in the water and is designed to increase strength, balance, flexibility and movement for disabled children/adults. Pre-registration is required. By appointment only. NOTE: This is not a physical therapy program. For more information and appointments, call (954) 663-6518. Six lessons per session, 30 minutes each. Residents, $199/session – NonResidents, $209/session. • SPECIAL NEEDS PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS: SENIORS WELCOME. Swim lessons accommodate individuals unable to be independent in the water. The lessons are designed to increase swimming skills. Pre-registration is required. By appointment only. NOTE: This is not a physical therapy program. For more information and appointments, call (954) 663-6518. Residents $199/session – Non-Residents $209/session. • WHEELCHAIR TENNIS: All ages. First & Third Thursday of each month. FREE. Youth 6:00pm - 7:00pm, Adults 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Visit PCTC.plantationtennis.org or calendar updates.

TEEN PROGRAMS CIVIL AIR PATROL UNITED STATES AIR FORCE AUXILIARY The CAP Cadet Program is a year-round program where Cadets ages 13–18 fly, learn to lead, hike, camp, get in shape and push themselves to new limits. Cadets meet 2.5 hours per week and one Saturday per month, on average, and also have opportunities to attend leadership encampments, career academies, and other activities during the summer. If you’re dreaming about a career in aviation, space, or the military, CAP’s Cadet Program is for you. Visit http://FL011.flwg.us or call (954) 594-9185 for more information.

TEENAGE POLICE ACADEMY The Plantation Police Department is now offering its Teenage Police Academy. 6:00pm – 8:00pm at the Plantation Police Department, 451 NW 70th Terrace, Plantation. This 8-week course is free of charge and open to all young adults, ages 13–18 who live, work or attend school in Plantation. The course includes K-9 demonstrations, firearms instruction, Explorer program info, crime scene investigation, participating in a D.U.I. scenario, viewing a robbery scenario, gang awareness, and much more. Teens who are interested in a career in law enforcement will benefit greatly. The purpose of this course is to create a partnership between teens and the Police department and its operations. (954) 916-5601.

BABYSITTING BASICS Teaches youth ages 11 through 15 skills for preparation to care for infants and children. Class includes CPR demonstration and hands on practice. Creating and managing a babysitting business is discussed. Parent must sign a permission form for the youth to participate and an adult must bring child to class. Class leads to certification as a certified babysitter. Fee: $20 per student. To register for a class parents can email Child’s Name, Child’s Date of Birth, Address, Phone Number & Parent’s Name to family@ mhs.net or call (954) 265-4484 to register. Class location: Esther Grossman Women Center: 4320 Sheridan St., Hollywood, FL 33021. Call for dates.

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The P.A.L. Dynamite program is a sports program for Broward County persons with special needs, both physical and mental, ages 5 – 24. For more information, contact league director Luz M. Sementelli at (954) 270-4455.

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unners will enjoy a run and after party like hasn’t been seen before,” said organizer Traci Richards, who along with sponsor C. Davis Electric has great plans for the event. “Each runner will be given an LED race bracelet, which will light up and change colors at each mile marker, talk about lit!” As runners finish the race their bracelets will become a rainbow of colors when they pass under a lighted arch on The Plaza of the City of Pembroke Pines Charles F. Dodge City Center. The registration fee will be $35 on the race day, but is discounted for early registrations. LED Bracelet wearing runners will receive the Inaugural race Tee or Razor Tank shirt and race medal. Men and Women will receive first, second and third place awards in the posted age groups. Registration fees benefit the City of Pembroke Pines Charter School Foundation. Prior to the awards presentation, runners will enjoy dessert samples and beer for

those 21 and older who present an I.D., Food Truck Invasion (on your own), a black light area, sponsor give-a-ways, glow in the dark necklaces and create a personalized Pines Light Up the Night, 5K-Run 2018 backdrop for selfies, using neon spray paint! Packet pickup begins at 4:30 p.m. and the race begins at 6:30 p.m. The race begins from the old Pembroke Pines City Hall at the corner of Pines Boulevard and Palm Avenue and immediately to the East of the City of Pembroke Pines Charles F. Dodge City Center, 601 City Center Way. Please do not bring pets. The 5K course is measured and certified to USATF specifications and timed by Split Seconding Timing. Registration and additional race day information, including results and photos, will be available at www.splitsecondtiming.com. For additional information, please contact Traci Richards at (954) 435-6759 TRichards@ppines.com.

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HEALTH PROVIDER DIRECTORY FITNESS & WEIGHT LOSS FACILITIES & PROGRAMS

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PLANTATION ADULT FITNESS CLASSES

• YOGA: Adults, seniors welcome. Classes held at Central Park, Plantation Community Center and Volunteer Park, morning and evening classes. Call for schedule. Instructor: Beth Budnick (954) 255-7508. Resident $79/8 weeks/Non-Resident $89/8 weeks. Resident $89/10 weeks / Non-Resident $99/10 weeks. Plus $5 insurance fee. Trial class is $10. • SENIOR FITNESS/AEROBICS CLASSES: Central Park. (954) 452-2510. Continuous. Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 9:00am. Daily fee: Resident $6.50, Non-Resident $8. Senior (8 Visits): Resident $17, Non-Resident $29. • SENIOR FUNCTIONAL FITNESS: Jim Ward Community Center. Ages 62 & up. A more advanced program to tone and strengthen your entire body. (954) 585-2344. Continuous. Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00am – 10:00am. FREE for Plantation residents only. Proof of residency is required. • SENIOR GENTLE AEROBICS: Jim Ward Community Center. Ages 62 & up. A complete overall gentle aerobics class using both steps and light weights. (954) 585-2344. Continuous. Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00am – 10:00am. FREE for Plantation residents only. Proof of residency is required. • ZUMBA: Central Park & Plantation Community Center. Ages 18 & up. Easy to follow Latin dance moves combined with aerobic movements, creates a fun cardio workout that will make you burn off tons of calories while having a blast. Space is limited. Instructor: Mayra Villalona (954) 512-3237. Central Park, Tuesday & Thursday, 7:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, 9:45am – 10:45am, Saturday, 11:30am – 12:30pm, Plantation Community Center, Monday & Wednesday, 7:00pm – 8:00pm. Resident $65/10 weeks/2 classes per week. Non-Resident $75/10 weeks/2 classes per week. Resident $35/10 weeks/1 class per week. Non-Residents $45/10 weeks/1 class per week.

FITNESS CLASSES AT PLANTATION COMMUNITY CENTER 5555 Palm Tree Road, Plantation. • FOUNDATION: Ages 16 & Up. A movement practice class designed to restore the body’s natural order and puts you at the center of your health. Instructor: Eileen Hadzima Posgay, (954) 684-6588. Monthly, Thursdays 10:00am – 11:00am. Resident $65/month, Non-Resident $75/month. Trial Class: $15. • MAT PILATES: Ages 16 & Up. Pilates is one of the most effective workouts in today’s fitness market. Dramatically transforming the way your body looks, feels and performs, building strength without excess bulk, creating a sleek toned body and flat abdomen. Christine Axel PMA, Power Pilates Certified Instructor: (954) 309-2400, www.pilatesftlauderdale.com. One free trial class. February 27 – May 1, Tuesdays 7:00pm – 8:00pm. Resident $105/10 weeks, Non-Resident $115/10 weeks. Trial Class: $10. • INDOOR VIDEO CYCLE CLASS: Ages 16 & Up. Get an amazing cardio workout in this Motivational music video 45 minute indoor cycling class. No experience required! Spin shoes are optional. Water bottle and towel are recommended. Experienced riders should wear a heart rate monitor watch to make it more challenging.

Instructor: Eileen Hadzima Posgay, (954) 684-6588. Monthly. No class May 28. Wednesdays 8:45am – 9:45am. Resident $65/month, Non-Resident $75/month. Trial Class: $15. • THE FUNCTIONAL SHAPE UP SERIES BY G20 FITNESS OF PLANTATION: Ages 18 & Up. Instruction on how to safely, properly and effectively integrate a workout routine into a structured resistance (weightlifting) program under the supervision and guidance of experienced G20 Fitness’ coaches. Instruction on the use of the equipment offered at the Plantation Community Center. All ages and fitness levels. Instructor: Gabriel Delagarza, (954) 357-3770. Monthly, Tuesdays & Fridays 6:30am – 7:30am. Resident $105/ month, Non-Resident $115/month. Trial Class: $15.

HOSPITALS & URGENT CARE FACILITIES PLANTATION GENERAL HOSPITAL Named one of the nation’s Top Performers on Key Quality Measures in 2017 by The Joint Commission, Plantation General Hospital is a 264-bed, acute care hospital. Our facility provides easy access to the vast resources of the HCA Hospital Network, which includes surgeons who excel in minimally invasive surgery with an intense focus in Women and Children’s Services. Within minutes of the Florida Turnpike, I-595 and I-95, Plantation General Hospital offers emergency rooms and intensive care units designated for children, pregnant women and adults. Visit www.browardhospitals.com to find your local ER. You can even text ER to 32222 to obtain our current average wait times! Located at 401 NW 42nd Ave, Plantation, FL 33317. (954) 587-5010.

WESTSIDE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Founded in 1974, Westside Regional Medical Center has evolved into a 224-bed medical center and healthcare complex continuously expanding and bringing on the latest technology that enables us to provide leading edge services to the population we serve. Our medical services, combined with programs in specialties varying from oncology to cardiology, from surgery to emergency care, illustrate why we are one of the leading healthcare facilities in South Florida. Our kid-friendly ER and experienced emergency care team are here for your family 24/7. Text ER to 32222 to obtain our current average wait times! Located at 8201 W Broward Blvd., Plantation, FL 33324. (954) 473-6600. www.westsideregional.com

WESTSIDE EMERGENCY SERVICES IN DAVIE Westside Regional Medical Center’s off-site emergency room on Nova Southeastern University campus is located in the University Park Plaza shopping center. Westside Emergency Services in Davie provides the same level of care as Westside Regional Medical Center’s main campus emergency room located in Plantation. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the 12,700 square foot facility offers kid-friendly care and a commitment to minimal wait times. Text ER to 32222 to obtain our current average wait times! Located at Nova Southeastern University, 3476 South University Dr., Davie, FL 33328. (954) 723-1400. www.westsideregional.com.

FAMILY HEALTH OBSTETRICS - GYNECOLOGY - MATERNITY SIMON WEISS, MD – PRESTIGE OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

SPEECH, PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY THERAPIES 4 KIDS [T4K] & BRIGHT STEPS FORWARD Therapies 4 Kids (T4K) & Bright Steps Forward provides PT/OT/SLP/ ABA to children with developmental disabilities. Services include direct treatment, patient education, and specialized programs to meet the growing health needs of the community. Therapies 4 Kids has become the leader in Pediatric and Adult programs for neurological disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, Autism, & Stroke. Diagnostic testing for Autism & ADHD. Medicaid & Most Insurances accepted. OPEN SATURDAYS. 5 Locations: 10261 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines 33025 – (954) 651-9263. 1495 North Park Drive, Weston 33326 – (954) 651-9279. 1750 N. University Drive, Suite 105, Coral Springs 33071 – (954) 990-0335. 2955 Coral Way, Miami 33145 – (954) 356-2878. 5970 S.W. 18th Street, Boca Raton 33433 – (954) 356-2878. www.therapies4kids.com. Private Learning Center K–12 now taking applications: www.brightstepsforward.org.

THERAPIES 4 ADULTS Therapies 4 Adults is the off-spring of Therapies 4 Kids. Proudly helping the community since 2005. With a team of dedicated doctors and therapists and our out-of-the-box therapies and modalities let us help you. We offer chiropractic, physical, massage & cold lazar therapies. Along with acupuncture, craniosacral myofascial release, neat, fat reduction & skin tightening treatments. Call us at 954-828-0425 or visit us at www.therapies4adults.com. We also treat children at the same locations. OPEN SATURDAYS. 10261 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines 33025 1495 North Park Drive, Weston 33326 1750 N. University Dr., Suite 105, Coral Springs 33071 2955 Coral Way, Miami 33145 5970 S.W. 18th Street, Boca Raton 33433

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Do you wish for a more balanced, loving and healthy relationship with yourself and others? If so, please join us on Fridays 11:00am – 12:15pm. Come share or just listen. Dunkin Donuts meeting room (9170 W. SR 84 in Davie). For other meetings and to learn more about codependency, please see www.coda.org.

CAMP ERIN Camp Erin is a weekend bereavement camp for children who have experienced the death of a loved one. The Camp is free of charge and provides children a safe place to tell their story, express their feelings and learn healthy coping strategies for their grief journey. Camp Erin provides a safe setting to assist children dealing with their grief through activities such as music therapy, pet therapy, art therapy, sports and memorial service including a bonfire and s’mores. All activities are designed and facilitated by a staff of professional clinicians. For more information, contact Ann Mclemore at (305) 351-7026 or email Amclemore@catholichospice.org.

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Our group of physicians treats patients as individuals. Every patient is impacted by her medical problem in a unique way. To treat our patients correctly, we have to understand not only the medical condition, but also her perspective on the problem, her obligations and concerns about her family and work, and her goals for life. Only at this time are we ready to offer her the options that best suit her. Communicating all this and helping the patient make the best decision is the true art of medicine. Locations in Miramar (954) 538-1300 & Hollywood (954) 518-4100. www.obgdoctor.com.

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2018/19 SCHOOL CHOICE APPLICATION Deadline February 7, 2018

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uring the School Choice application window, parents and guardians may submit three applications – one in each of the following application categories: magnet programs, Nova schools and school reassignments. High-quality innovative programs, Career Technical Education (CTE) and Collegiate Academy options are also available by submitting a School Choice reassignment application. There is something for everyone: • Magnet Programs offer in-depth experiences in specific areas of interest. If you are interested in a magnet program at your assigned school, a School Choice application is not necessary. Please contact your assigned school for information on how to participate. • The Nova Campus provides four schools on one campus for kindergarten through twelfth grade students. • Reassignments allow attendance to a school that is not your assigned school.

n October, the IRS announced that contribution limits for 401(k)s will increase to $18,500 in 2018, up $500 from 2017. Participants 50 and older can save an additional $6,000 a year through what are characterized as “catch-up” contributions. If your annual income is $100,000, and you accept the premise of pre-tax retirement plans (that your income tax rates will be lower in retirement), the option to defer almost 20% of income each year to a 401(k) may seem like more than enough to provide a substantial retirement accumulation, as well as delivering an immediate tax deduction. But what if you’re earning $300,000, or $500,000 a year? If you’re committed to saving 20% of income, that’s $60,000 or $100,000 a year, far more than what can be accommodated by a 401(k). Faced with this lack of deferral capacity, many highly-compensated savers default to making a maximum 401(k) contribution, then placing the rest of their ongoing savings in a personal investment account, paying taxes each year on the interest, dividends and capital gains. If this seems like an inefficient way to accumulate long-term savings, maybe someone – you, your employer, or the financial professionals assisting you with wealth management – should entertain a conversation about non-qualified deferred compensation.

Deferral Options for High-Earners

Under most circumstances, income, whether in the form of wages, commissions or profits, is taxable in the year it is earned. But in some instances, US tax law allows workers to earn income today, yet defer the receipt of it to a later date. For example, contributions to a 401(k) are deferrals of income. Participants voluntarily put some of their income into a qualified plan, to be received (and taxed) at retirement. 401(k)s and similar qualified retirement plans are for the rank-and-file, and in some ways, discriminate against highly-compensated individuals (such as business

• Innovative Programs offer courses of study centered on specific themes. If you are interested in an innovative program at your assigned school, a School Choice application is not necessary. Please contact your assigned school for information on how to participate. • Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathways prepare high school students for post-secondary enrollment and apprenticeships. If you are interested in a CTE program at your assigned high school, a School Choice application is not necessary. Please contact your assigned high school for information on how to participate. • Collegiate Academies offer high school students the opportunity to earn their high school diploma and their Associates in Arts degree. To apply for School Choice, go to the Broward Schools website at www.browardschols.com or copy this link: https://webapp.browardschools. com/onechoiceproject/StudentSearch.aspx in your browser.

owners, top-tier executives, and sales reps). But high-earners may be able to enter into individual customized deferral arrangements with their employer. These deferrals fall under the broad heading of Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation (NQDC) plans.

NQDC Basics

Per Investopedia, “A NQDC is a plan created by an employer to enable select employees to defer compensation that they have a legally binding right to receive.” There are several formats for NQDC plans (sometimes referred to as “409A plans” for the section of the Internal Revenue Code that governs their use), but all NQDCs have some common features: • The plan is in writing. • The employee makes an irrevocable election to defer compensation prior to the year in which it will be earned. • The plan specifies, at the time of the deferral, the amount(s) to be paid in the future, and the circumstances which will trigger payment. There are six permissible “triggering events” for payment: an end-date, separation from service (e.g., retirement), a change in ownership or control of the company, disability, death or an unforeseen emergency. In most NQDCs, the deferred payments will include a calculated future value, often in the form of interest or investment returns credited to the deferral. Other benefits may be part of the deferred compensation agreement, such as life insurance or disability benefits for the employee.

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CALENDAR Broward County Public School Calendar*

Changes may be made. Visit www.browardschools.com for updates.

2017 - 2018 SCHOOL YEAR THIRD QUARTER

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eminole Middle School is half way through the year and there are still so many events to look forward to. With Black History Month on the horizon, teachers and students are putting together a program that recognizes and applauds our African American culture. Our Tech Trek fundraiser has been moved up to March where the weather is more accommodating and ALL students can participate. NJHS and the Drama Club will be visiting New York City four day filed trip in March. For those new to our community, once again we brag about our great programs. Unified Arts program offers something for everyone: PE., Band (beginning, intermediate, advanced), Peer Counseling, Media Research, Art, Drama (regular and advanced), Music Production, Yearbook (Award Winning), Creative Writing, Theme Park Engineering, Rockets/Riddles, & Robots, Starfleet Academy, and two new literature classes - Film as Literature and Science Fiction Literature. The Division of Enhanced Communication and Law (DECAL) is a program exclusive to Seminole Middle School and the students within its boundary, where advanced and gifted students can earn up to 10 high school credits while still in middle school. The elective classes offered are American Sign Language, Spanish, Speech & Debate, Psychology/Sociology, Creative Writing and Law Studies. For students interested in after school programs, our clubs are not only fun and engaging, but we compete in State Competitions and have been awarded the highest accolades. These clubs include Junior Thespians, Band, SECME, Gamer’s Guild, Robotics, and Code.org, just to name a few. Our Athletics Department has competed for District finals in basketball, track & field, soccer, volleyball, and flag football. This year we added golf and cross country. Each year students have opportunities to attend fieldtrips to New York or Washington D.C., NASA, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom Islands of Adventure, theatre performances, etc. As ever, security is our number one priority. A Single Point of Entry is being built at the main entrance. This will help us further ensure that all stakeholders are safe and secure when on campus. If you are looking for a school that offers diversity, both socially and academically, and where students have every opportunity to get involved and achieve at their highest level, Seminole Middle School is the place to be. Our teachers are innovative and use the latest technology to ensure the playing field is level, and all students have the opportunity to succeed. Seminole Middle School is located at 6200 SW 16th Street, Plantation 33317. You may reach them at (754) 323-4200 or visit their website at seminolemiddle.net.

Monday, January 15...........................Day Off Thursday, January 25 ........................Report Cards Issued for 2nd Quarter Tuesday, February 13..........................Interim Reports Issued Monday, February 19.........................Holiday – No School Thursday, February 22........................Early Release Thursday, March 22............................Early Release Friday, March 23 ...............................Employee Planning – No School Monday, March 26 Friday, March 30................................Spring Break – No School

FOURTH QUARTER Thursday, April 12 .............................Report Cards Issued for Third Quarter Wednesday, May 2 ............................Interim Reports Issued Friday, May 25 . ................................Employee Planning - No School Monday, May 28 ...............................Holiday – No School Wednesday, June 6 . ..........................Early Release & Last Day of School Wednesday, June 27...........................Report Cards Issued for 4th Quarter

2018 GRADUATION SCHEDULE PLANTATION HIGH........................WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6 AT 7:00PM VENUE: Nova Southeastern University SOUTH PLANTATION HIGH...........SATURDAY, JUNE 2 AT 9:00AM VENUE: Nova Southeastern University

2018 - 2019 SCHOOL YEAR FIRST QUARTER Wednesday, August 15 . .....................Start 1st Quarter Monday, September 3 . ......................Holiday - No School Monday, September 10 . ...................Day Off - No School Monday, September 17.......................Interim Reports Issued Wednesday, September 19 . ...............Day Off - No School Thursday, October 18..........................Early Release Friday, October 19..............................Employee Planning - No School

SECOND QUARTER Monday, October 22...........................Start 2nd Quarter Tuesday, November 6 ........................Employee Planning - No School Monday, November 12 ......................Holiday - No School Wednesday, November 14..................Report Cards Issued for 1st Quarter Tuesday, November 20........................Interim Reports Issued Wednesday - Friday, November 21 - 23 Thanksgiving Break - No School Friday, December 21..........................Early Release Monday, December 24 Friday, January 4...............................Winter Break - No School Monday, January 7.............................Employee Planning - No School

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SCHOOLS

SCHOOLS Month. The Fantasy Theater Factory has given Mirror Lake a grant to bring the show “Bananas, Books, and Pancakes” to our PK-2nd graders, free of charge. Books will also be provided for each child. On February 16th, we’ll be celebrating the Chinese New Year with the “Year of the Dog”. March brings a celebration Dr. Seuss’ birthday on March 2nd and International Women’s Day with a Book Fair Night at Barnes and Noble on March 8th. Just before Spring Break, we will have assemblies presented by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society on March 22nd. This will be a STEM day for all students with lessons from LLS. Our students will be collecting coins at home over Spring Break to help cure all Blood Cancers. The families at Mirror Lake Elementary are looking forward to all of our exciting events! We thank our PTO for all of their leadership and participation making this an EPIC year at our A rated school. Mirror Lake Elementary is located at 1200 NW 72nd Avenue, Plantation 33313. Visit their website at mirrorlake.browardschools.com or call (754) 322-7100 for more information.

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irror Lake Elementary has many exciting activities coming up for the 2018 New Year! Our Robotics Club will be competing in the annual competition at Walter C. Young on Saturday, January 13th. All during the month of January we will be participating in the Great Kindness Challenge, with specific TO DO lists for all grade levels. The Kindness Adventure will be coming to visit us from Kenya, Africa on January 19th. This show will take place during No Name Calling Week and give our students an awareness about how to spread kindness all over the world. Children’s Literacy Week and our Scholastic Book Fair will take place during the week of January 22nd. On Friday, January 26th, we will have a school wide commemoration of International Holocaust Day. Our Butterfly Project will be launched, with all grade levels participating in lessons. Fifth graders will be decorating individual ceramic butterflies for a permanent display representing the 1.5 million children lost during the Holocaust. In February our 5th graders will take their annual field trip to see Weight of Words, produced by Nova High School, at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. On February 2nd, there will be school wide assemblies for Black History

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he 2017-2018 school year has brought many new and exciting challenges to our students and staff here at Tropical Elementary School! Since the beginning of the year, our wonderful teachers have worked diligently with the students on the Florida Standards. In addition to our academic rigor throughout the year, Tropical students had the opportunity to participate in a variety of extracurricular clubs and specials classes that are a part of their daily schedule. In October, several students from Tropical and their Girl Scout Troop volunteered their time to help clean up the leaves and debris on Tropical’s campus that was left over from Hurricane Irma. Those students were Ashley, Dalia, Emma, Jenna, Olivia, Rachel, and Sianna. Tropical Elementary also participated in Art in the Park in November., and the holiday time saw more giving spirit from Tropical’s students and staff. We made food and other donations to many families over Thanksgiving and the winter holidays. Mr. Anderson, Tropical Elementary’s Principal, along with the Tropical Jump Rope Club, other teachers and staff, helped the City of Plantation kick-off the holiday season by appearing in the annual “It’s a Wonderful Life in Plantation” Holiday Parade! Tropical Elementary School is located at 1500 SW 66th Avenue, Plantation 33317. Call (754) 323-7750 or visit their website at www.tropicalelementary.net.

HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER’S ACADEMIC SUPERSTAR OF THE QUARTER

A PERFECT 36 ON THE ACT!

s we ring in 2018 Huntington Learning Center and Sports & Activities Directory are proud to introduce you to a new Academic Superstar. The Academic Superstar Program gives students recognition for their achievements. There are different types of students with different academic struggles and successes. Here is one fantastic success story. Meet Saahil Saahil is a good student, who was very afraid of the ACT and put a lot of pressure on himself. His starting score was right around the national average of 21and by the time he was finished with his program at Huntington, he had successfully scored a PERFECT 36. Saahil now has opportunities to get into any college he wants to and he is looking forward to making that decision. Here’s what Saahil had to say about Huntington “Both of my sisters attended Huntington for SAT/ACT test prep, so I knew what to expect. Once I started at Huntington, it became a lot more than I expected and Huntington Learning Center really opened up a whole other potential for me and my future. I’m so grateful for the people in the center and the teachers I was able to work with”. Here are a few words from Saahil’s Mom “I’ve had several years’ worth of experience with Huntington Learning Center, and they have certainly had a positive impact on my life. From my daughter, Sarah, attending Huntington Learning Center over five years ago to my son— Saahil—recently enrolled, I can say that Huntington tutoring has brought my children to the forefront of their potential and ability to succeed.” About the Huntington Exam Prep Program that got Saahil the Perfect Score Huntington Learning Center offers a comprehensive individualized program for both ACT and SAT Prep. The process begins with a full length exam as an evaluation to pinpoint each student’s strengths and weaknesses. A program

is then designed for that individual student that will help maximize their score on their official test. The certified teachers will teach the student content and strategies, and throughout the program the student will take additional practice tests to document progress and adjust areas of focus to maximize success.

GIVE YOUR CHILD THE GIFT OF LEARNING, THE RIGHT WAY! TUTORING

Reading, Writing, Math, Study Skills, Spelling, Vocabulary, Phonics, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics.

TEST PREP

SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, ACT, State Tests, Advanced Placement (AP), SSAT, ISEE, HSPT, GED, ASVAB, FSA Prep.

HUNTINGTON LOCATIONS

PLANTATION: (954) 474-4144 PEMBROKE PINES, EAST: (954) 436-3330 PEMBROKE PINES, WEST: (954) 431-4443

SCHOOLS ollowing a lack luster season, the PHS football team made a comeback. Apparently, the cliché saying, “Everything old is new again,” is true. After last year’s sub-par season, the Plantation High School Varsity Football Team is back on top. The PHS Colonels have not only a nine and one season record, but they also made it to the district playoffs and are qualified as the Top At Large Seed in the region. According to Coach Davis the team’s improvement is based off their own hard work. “Traditionally we have a good football team here at Plantation High School, so we wanted to go back to the old ways of working hard and taking it one game at a time. Once we started playing and saw some success, the team got the motivation they needed to keep going,” said Davis. The team racked up many awards this season, including the coveted Plantation Mayor’s Cup. Another accomplishment earned during this football season was the coach, Steven Davis, being named the Sun Sentinel “Broward Coach of the Year.” Coach Davis stated, “I would really like to dedicate that award to the staff; it is really a testament to what they have done. I am just one person - they do the nuts and bolts job of coaching the boys on an everyday basis.” Team Athletic Director, Mr.Banks said, “It is

Plantation High School Colonels at the Playoffs.

By: Skyler Brooks and Jose Bercande Photo Credit: Foxmar

great that he received this recognition, he is a great coach that gels well with the players.” This accolade follows Davis’ return to coach the Colonels after taking a year off. According to Coach Davis he decided to leave because “after nineteen years, it came to a point where I just wanted to take a step back.” Under his leadership five students were invited to play in the 21st annual BCAA all-star football game; Fabian Smith - 12th grade, Eddie John -12th grade, Jamari Sweet -12th grade, Rachard Branch -12th grade, Robzel Sylvester -12th grade. For this game, the best players from high schools all over the county are selected and split into two teams. The players from Plantation High were drafted to the Northern team along with other players from Northern Broward County. The North defeated the South with a 13-7 victory. After a season of wins, the Colonels show no signs of slowing down. Coach Davis said, “We don’t like to set goals, but we do focus on certain events as they come. We always say focused on the root, not the fruit. We focus on every phase of the year right now we are focused on our off-season programming feel. When we do it this way, the big goals take care of themselves and we don’t miss steps in the process.”

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Plantation High School Varsity Football 2017-2018

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Trying to go to college in the state of Florida is getting

expensive. The average cost can be $4,500 per year for the actual public university courses. Then schools add fees that bring it to an average of $6,500 per year. Students say books are another $1,000 per year. And parents say to add in $10,000 per year for on-campus room and board. According to the online site College Calc, when you add in extra costs for living expenses, and travel to and from home, the average yearly public university costs are about $20,000 per year. There are ways to lower the out of pocket expenses of college for your student. Many parents began a Florida Prepaid College fund. The U.S. government also allows families to apply for FAFSA, which stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Based on a family’s economic situation, a student may qualify for money to attend college that will not have to be paid back and may qualify for some loans which may need to be paid back. If you have a college bound student, there is money available to attend college. Don’t forget about the Bright Futures Scholarship through the state of Florida for grades, service hours and SAT/ACT scores. To supplement the above opportunities, students can also apply for SCHOLARSHIPS! Some scholarships are worth $500 to $1,000 and are paid directly to the university, which will help reduce the cost of that year of college for your child. Other scholarships may offer $4,000 to $25,000, or even a full-ride to the university. Senior Zhane Cleare is one of 918 students in the nation to be awarded the QuestBridge Scholarship! Over 900 exceptional high school seniors were awarded full four-year scholarships and admission to top colleges through QuestBridge. This is a national program that pairs high-achieving, low income high school seniors with full scholarships to the nation’s top colleges. From a pool of 15,606 applicants, from which QuestBridge chose 5,759 as finalists; 918 outstanding students have been selected as this year’s College Match Scholarship Recipients. Zhane will be attending the University of Pennsylvania for Nursing. Another senior, Ashleigh Plasencia, scored in the top 99 percentile on her PSAT test to make her a National Merit Scholar! The National Merit Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships through the College Board PSAT test. High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the PSAT test their

junior year, which serves as an initial screen of approximately 1.6 million entrants each year. The top 4,000 scores out of the 1.6 million test takers will be awarded a $2,500 scholarship. Along with that money, every college in our state will offer a National Merit Scholar a FULL RIDE for a bachelor’s degree and two schools have even offered our winner a free graduate degree as well. Congratulations to Ashleigh Plasencia who has many doors and offers open due to her academic accomplishments while at South Plantation High School. There are hundreds of scholarships available to all students by logging onto their Naviance account, a site South Plantation High School is so fortunate to offer its students. The two students featured in this article earned scholarships along with many others in their senior class as of December. There is still have another half a year to go and many more scholarship opportunities are up for grabs. Learn more at South Plantation High School! (754) 323-1950. Located at 1300 P a l a d i n Wa y, Plantation 33317. Visit their website at www.southplantation. org. Stay connected, like our page at facebook.com/SouthPlantation-HighSchool.

SCHOOLS Field Trips, Guidance Support Groups, Character Education, Service Learning Projects and more! The benefits of extracurricular and enrichment activities for children can be rewarding. Not only is it fun for them, but they also learn some of the most important life’s skills. Participating in these types of activities teaches structure, discipline, how to follow directions, and builds self-esteem and self-worth. It gives children a chance to gather with friends and make new friends along the way. Thumbs up for extracurricular and enrichment activities! If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school (754) 323-7150. Plantation Park Elementary is located at 875 SW 54th Avenue, Plantation 33317. Learn more at plantationpark.browardschools.com and stay connected by liking our page at facebook.com/ Plantation-Park-Elementary.

NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL MARINE SCIENCE MAGNET PROGRAM N

ew River Middle School has been a Marine Science Magnet Program since 1997 with students applying for the program from across Broward County. The goal of the Marine Science Magnet Program is to expose students to environmental issues right here in their backyard, South Florida; and foster a sense of marine stewardship through our emphasize on marine education and real world applications. Through our Marine Science classes, students learn all aspects of the marine environment. They learn physical and chemical oceanography such as currents, tides, and water chemistry along with biological, animals and plants. In addition to the marine science concepts, students learn about marine technology used to explore the depths of the ocean, such as ROV (remotely operated vehicles). Students at New River have the opportunity to learn in the classroom with hands-on activities and outside in the environment with field trips snorkeling the coral reefs, kayaking through the mangroves, and shark tagging with Nova Southeastern University’s Guy Harvey Research Institute. Getting students out in their environment learning about it and ways to protect “their backyard” is vital for not only the Marine Science program, but the future of our planet.

One major project that brings together all our disciplines in our Interdisciplinary Marine Theme Project, is where our 6th graders are looking at the impact of pollution on our coastal waterways and beaches. They are working through all their classes to research the impacts of pollution, create projects to share their knowledge and implement change in order to preserve and protect our local waterways and beaches. Students are cleaning up the beach; tallying up the results for Coastal Clean-up database; graphing the data; writing stories and creating posters to promote clean-ups and environmentally friendly practices; creating marine “trash” art, and creating up-cycling projects, which takes old items creating new products. Through all these activities students are learning about their local environment, sharing their knowledge and passion, along with creating real change in their community. It is just one on of the MANY activities at New River Middle School – Marine Science Magnet Program. If you are interested in more information about New River Middle School, please visit newriver.browardschools.com or call (754) 323-3600.

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lantation Park Elementary provides a strong curriculum within a safe, supportive environment. The emphasis on student achievement and positive student interactions make Plantation Park a school where learning and fun go hand in hand. In addition to core academics, Plantation Park has several FREE extracurricular activities and enrichment programs that the children look forward to: Art Club, Mind Matters, Gardening Club, Sew in Style Club, Recipe Club, TRIBES Club, Project Wild Club, Loom Knitting Club, Sports Club, Kiwanis K-Kids Service Club, Principal’s Math and Reading Challenges, Schoolwide Agreements and Pledge, Student W.O.W.L. News, Safety Patrols, Student Council, Award Winning Chorus, Elocution, Spelling Bee (two-time Innovation Zone Champions), Academic Camps, Butterfly Garden, Hands-On

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ACADEMIC DIRECTORY ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & CONTINUING EDUCATION

LANGUAGE SCHOOLS & PROGRAMS

BRIGHT & SMART – ROBOTICS, CODING, & ENGINEERING ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

EDUCANDO A AMÉRICA – SPANISH SCHOOL

Our STEM Engineering Program includes Hands-on Robot Assembly, Coding, 3D Printing and more through: • Spring, Summer, Winter and One Day Camps • On-Site Field Trips for Schools, Camp and After-School Program Providers • Electives During School Hours! • Afterschool and Saturday Programs Our unique and comprehensive programs are tailored exclusively to meet the latest STEAM curriculum and Common Core objectives. Children in all our programs are immersed in a unique, fun-filled experience that fosters teamwork, builds problem-solving skills, and nurtures critical and creative thinking. All girls and boys, 7–14 years old, are eligible to attend at various locations. Register for an Introductory Trial Class today! Get in contact: (954) 816-3346, Info@BrightAndSmart.com, Visit our website: www.BrightAndSmart.com. Stay connected: www.facebook.com/BrightAndSmart, www.twitter.com/Bright_n_Smart, www.instagram.com/brightandsmart.

IMACS - MATH, COMPUTER PROGRAMMING & LOGICAL REASONING ENRICHMENT Take your child’s logical reasoning skills to the next level! IMACS gives students a competitive edge by teaching them how to think critically in a fun environment. Call (954) 791-2333 or (561) 470-1178 or visit www.imacs.org to schedule a FREE Placement Class. Weekly AfterSchool/Saturday classes. Grades 1–12. Weston, Plantation, Boca and Fort Lauderdale.

HIGH SCHOOL & GRADUATION SERVICES HERFF JONES BROWARD COUNTY / CHUCK PULERI & ASSOCIATES (954) 693-0006. 8230 West State Road 84, Davie 33324. High School Rings, Championship Rings, Caps, Gowns, Tassels, Cords, Graduation Announcements, Graduate Name Cards, Thank You Notes, Class Year Merchandise, Diploma Plaques and more. Conveniently located in the heart of Broward County on State Road 84 between Pines Island Rd. & University Dr. Online shopping available via our website www.HJBroward.com.

Our school offers 100% Spanish Immersion program for children from ages 3 years old and up. We offer a Spanish for Speakers program based on language acquisition in reading, writing as well as speaking. Based on a 3-hour/week program, we offer classes in two different locations that are opened to all students: Imagine Charter School in Weston and Westlake Preparatory School at Cooper City. We also offer Spanish enrichment programs only for students of selected schools such as Pembroke Pines Charter Schools, Beachside Montessori Village in Hollywood and Virginia Shuman Young in Ft. Lauderdale. Monthly tuition begins at $115. Private tutoring is also available, as well as adult and teenager’s classes for advanced students. Visit educandoamerica.com or write to ea@educandoamerica.com. Follow us on Twitter@educandoamerica or facebook/Educando a América. Call about our Dive Into Spanish Immersion Summer Camp and for our different locations, days and times for each program (954) 261-2432.

LANGUAGE CLASSES

Plantation Community Center, 5555 Palm Tree Road. • LEARN FRENCH: Instructor: Evelyne Mathieu, (561) 577-7267. - Ages 3 - 6: Allow your little ones to take full advantage of their flexible brains and be exposed to French. Learning a foreign language at a very young age has countess lifelong benefits. Lessons are 30 minutes each, once a week. Classes February 26 – April 16, Mondays 12:00pm – 12:30pm. Resident $165/8 weeks. Non-Resident $175/8 weeks. - Ages 6 - 12: Allow your pre-teens to learn French, the language of choice in politics, travel and arts. Lessons are 60 minutes each, once a week. Classes March 1 – April 19. Thursdays 4:00pm – 5:00pm. Resident $204/8 weeks, Non-Resident $214/8 weeks. - Adults: Enrich your mind, your travelling opportunities or your resume by learning French, the second most learned foreign language after English. Lessons are 60 minutes each, once a week. Classes February 28 – April 18, Wednesdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm. Resident $204/8 weeks, Non-Resident $214/8 weeks. • LEARN SPANISH: Instructor: Jeannette Ortiz, (704) 975-7902. - Ages 3 - 6: Kids will have fun and learn the new language by singing, moving and playing games. Materials will be needed for special holidays and will be available through the instructor. Lessons are 30 minutes each, once a week. Classes February 26 – April 16, Mondays 10:00am – 10:30am or 10:30am – 11:00am. Resident $165/8 weeks, Non-Resident $175/8 weeks. - Adults Ages 16 & up: Besides economic rewards and increase cultural understanding, learning another language as an adult is great for the brain. Some additional lesson materials may be needed and are available through the instructor. Lessons are 45 minutes each, once a week. Classes: March 2 – April 20, Fridays 10:00am – 10:45am. Resident $204/8 weeks, Non-Resident $214/8 weeks.

Montessori Education (Toddler through 8th Grade) with nationally certified Montessori teachers. Art & music classes, Spanish program, peace curriculum, field trips, gardens, MMUN, after school specials, sports teams, pools, gymnasium, before and after care available. VPK Available. Site of the Summit Montessori Teacher Training Institute. Judy Dempsey, Owner, Principal and recipient of the 2016-2017 “Distinguished Educator of the Year Award” and author of “Turning Education Inside Out – Confessions of a Montessori Principal.” Accredited by AISF, AdvancEd, MSA, Ai, NCPSA, Recipient of the Gold Seal Award of Excellence and AMS Full Member. 5451 SW 64th Avenue, Davie, FL 33314, www.summitquesta.com, info@summitquesta.com.

WESTLAKE PREPARATORY SCHOOL & ACADEMY K–12th Grade. Now accepting applications for 2017–2018 & 2018–2019 school year. Offering academic excellence for over 20 years, Westlake Prep has relocated to a 10-acre campus in the heart of Cooper City. Highly qualified, certified teachers and administrators welcome all students seeking smaller class sizes, individualized instruction, college preparatory curriculum and a selection of three distinct academic pathways. Serving high achievers, average students and special needs. Full athletic program. Chapel and religious studies available. No bullying zone policy. Accredited by SACS & FCIS. Members of the FHSAA. Title 1 approved. MCKAY and SUFS accepted. Speech and OT therapy are offered on campus. Call us today to schedule a tour. See for yourself if Westlake is the right school for your student. 8950 Stirling Road, Cooper City. (954) 236-2300.

Nob Hill Academy is a modern and bright state-of-the-art facility. We offer Developmental Programs, Free VPK, Afterschool Program (pick-up from area schools) and Summer & Winter camps available. Locations in Sunrise (2 locations), (954) 748-2489, Davie (954) 791-9270 and Pembroke Pines. (954) 437-3949.

READING HELEN B. HOFFMAN LIBRARY 501 N Fig Tree Lane, Plantation 33317, (954) 797-2140. Library Hours: Monday 12:00pm - 9:00pm. Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am - 9:00pm. Fridays 12:00pm - 7:00pm. Saturdays 10:00am - 5:00pm. Sundays closed. • KID’S STORYTIMES: Through April 26, 2018. Wednesdays 10:30am for ages 2-4 years. Thursdays 10:30am for ages 2-4 years, Thursdays 4:00pm for all ages. Call (954) 797-2145 for more information. mknapp@plantation.org. • ADULT NON-FICTION BOOK DISCUSSION: First Wednesday of each month at 7:00PM. • USED BOOK SALES: Fridays 9:00am - 5:00pm & Saturdays 9:00am - 4:00pm.

TUTORING SERVICES HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER Grades K–12. Through a thorough academic evaluation we will pinpoint your child’s academic strengths and weaknesses and tailor a program just for your child. Reading, Math, Writing, Phonics, Study Skills, FSA Prep, HS Entrance Exam Prep, Tutoring in any subject. College SAT/ACT Prep. Locations: Pembroke Pines East (954) 436-3330; Pembroke Pines West (954) 431-4443; Plantation (954) 474-4144.

2017-2018 PLANTATION PUBLIC & CHARTER SCHOOLS Information current as of 1/15/18. Visit www.browardschools.com for updates. facebook.com/browardschools

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL: Cherise Coleman WEBSITE: centralpark.browardschools.com facebook.com/Central-Park-Elementary-School 777 N. Nob Hill Road, Plantation 33324 PH: 754-322-5700 FAX: 754-322-5740 HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm

MIRROR LAKE ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Marlen Veliz WEBSITE: mirrorlake.browardschools.com facebook.com/Mirror-Lake-Elementary-School 1200 NW 72nd Avenue, Plantation 33313 PH: 754-322-7100 FAX: 754-322-7140 HOURS: 7:50am - 2:00pm

PETERS ELEMENTARY

PLANTATION PARK ELEMENTARY

PLANTATION HIGH

TROPICAL ELEMENTARY

SOUTH PLANTATION HIGH

PRINCIPAL: Erik Anderson WEBSITE: www.tropicalelementary.net facebook.com/Tropical-Elementary-School 1500 SW 66th Avenue, Plantation 33317 PH: 754-323-7750 FAX: 754-323-7790 HOURS: 8:25am - 2:25pm

MIDDLE SCHOOLS PLANTATION MIDDLE

PLANTATION ELEMENTARY

SEMINOLE MIDDLE

PRINCIPAL: Judith E. Pitter www.broward.k12.fl.us/plantationelem/ facebook.com/Plantation-Elementary-School 651 NW 42nd Avenue, Plantation 33317 PH: 754-322-8000 FAX: 754-322-8040 HOURS: 7:45am - 2:45pm

HIGH SCHOOLS

PRINCIPAL: Julie Gittelman WEBSITE: plantationpark.browardschools.com facebook.com/Plantation-Park-Elementary 875 SW 54th Avenue, Plantation 33317 PH: 754-323-7150 FAX: 754-323-7190 HOURS: 8:10am - 2:10pm

PRINCIPAL: Joyce Krzemienski WEBSITE: peters.browardschools.com 851 NW 68th Avenue, Plantation 33317 PH: 754-322-7900 FAX: 754-322-7940 HOURS: 8:10am - 2:10pm

SCHOOLS

SUMMIT-QUESTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL

NOB HILL ACADEMY

PRINCIPAL: Sherri N. Wilson plantationmiddle.browardschools.com/ 6600 W Sunrise Boulevard, Plantation 33313 PH: 754-322-4100, FAX: 754-322-4185 HOURS: 9:30am - 4:00pm

PRINCIPAL: Kathryn Marlow WEBSITE: seminolemiddle.net FACEBOOK: facebook.com/SeminolePTA 6200 SW 16th Street, Plantation 33317 PH: 754-323-4200, FAX: 754-323-4285 HOURS: 8:10am - 2:40pm

PRINCIPAL: Parinaz Bristol WEBSITE: plantationhigh.browardschools.com/ facebook.com/Plantation-High-School-PTSO 6901 NW 16th Street, Plantation 33313 PH: 754-322-1850, FAX: 754-322-1980 HOURS: 7:40am - 2:40pm PRINCIPAL: Christine Henschel WEBSITE: www.southplantation.org facebook.com/South-Plantation-High-School 1300 Paladin Way, Plantation 33317 PH: 754-323-1950, FAX: 754-323-2080 HOURS: 8:05am - 3:00pm

CHARTER SCHOOLS IMAGINE SCHOOLS SOUTH CAMPUS PRINCIPAL: Ethiel Calvo WEBSITE: imagineschoolsatplantation.com facebook.com/Imagine-Charter-at-Plantation 8200 Peters Road, Plantation 33324 PH: 954-358-4200, FAX: 954-472-1994 HOURS: 8:00am - 2:30pm

RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL OF PLANTATION PRINCIPAL: Sherifee Humphrey WEBSITE: www.plantationcharter.org facebook.com/Renaissance-Charter-School-Of-Plantation 6701 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation 33313 PH: (954) 556-9700, FAX: 954-556-9701 HOURS: K: 8:00am - 2:20pm; 1st - 4th: 8:00am - 2:30pm; 5th - 8th: 7:45am - 2:45pm.

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS & PRESCHOOLS

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An opportunity for a voice to be heard is a gift that can echo exponentially into

the minds and hearts of others, but the true gift of the opportunity is to the person with the voice that needs to be heard. Louder Than a Bomb Florida is a poetry platform for our youth to express their feelings, thoughts, fears, confusion, dreams, frustration and hope to listening ears. It is a month long competition where individuals and school-based teams share their stories with students from all over Florida and in front of panels of judges. The impact of these works of self expression is, without a doubt, louder than a bomb. Louder Than A Bomb (LTAB) was founded in 2001, through the Young Chicago Authors, by Kevin Coval (YCA Artistic Director) and Anna West. LTAB is now the largest youth poetry festival in the world, featuring more than 120 schools representing over 100 zip codes within the Chicago-land area. LTAB was created to give Chicago youth a platform to share their stories. The festival has since become a “bridge” for young people from many different backgrounds to come together and find a common ground through their narratives. Building upon the amazing impact the Omari Hardwick Bluapple Poetry Network has had on area youth since launching the program in 2013, football legend Jason Taylor and his Jason Taylor Foundation took the ball and ran with it in Florida. Beginning in September of 2014, teachers and students from schools as far south as Homestead and as far north as Port St. Lucie, began working, learning, creating and sharing within their classrooms, in after-school clubs and through various teen open mics throughout South Florida, developing safe spaces for individual and collective expression on their respective campuses and in their communities. The culmination of this work manifested in an 11-day festival in April 2015, which was highlighted by a friendly competition taking place in dynamic venues throughout Broward County. A diverse group of students, parents, administrators and community members representing nearly 40 schools participated in LTABFLA, creating authentic

narratives to reimagine the self and one another while developing mutual respect and tolerance for difference. Funding from Nova Southeastern University, UPS, and countless other corporate and individual supporters has assisted the Jason Taylor Foundation in supporting the schools’ efforts by providing year-round, in-class and after-school instruction, which culminates annually in this poetry festival. “The Jason Taylor Foundation is dedicated to utilizing the art of the spoken word to help provide teens from diverse backgrounds a common vehicle for written and performance based selfexpression,” said Seth Levit, Executive Director of the Jason Taylor Foundation. Four years later, Louder Than a Bomb Florida is about to launch it’s 4th Annual statewide poetry competition. Taking place from March 26 - April 21st, the preliminary, quarterfinals, semifinals then finals will be happening throughout Florida. Although high school registration will close February 2nd, there is time to volunteer time or money to this exceptional program, or purchase tickets to witness and experience the Louder Than a Bomb poetry.

“A Mic. A Stage. A Pen. A Page. This is what the art of poetry begins with – the rest is legendary.”

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SUMMER CAMP

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SUMMER CAMP

SPRING BREAK & SUMMER CAMP DIRECTORY TAG USA GYMNASTICS & TRAMPOLINE & CHEER Call (954) 384-9191 and register by phone! 1951 North Commerce Parkway, Weston. www.TagGymnastics.com. Be a part of THE MOST POPULAR CAMPS! Special Theme Weeks, Boys & Girls, Preschool – 8th Grade. All action packed camp days for kids! For BOYS: Indoor Basketball & Soccer, Trampoline, and Flips & Pit. For Girls: Gymnastics, Tumbling, Trampoline & Cheer. • SPRING BREAK CAMP: March 26 - 30. One theme week for dress up, sports, games and SO MUCH FUN! Don’t let your child miss out on such a fun spring break! • SUMMER CAMP 2018: Begins June 11. The largest, most popular Summer Camp that has all action packed camp days for kids! For BOYS: Indoor Basketball & Soccer, Trampoline, and Flips & Pit. For Girls: Gymnastics, Tumbling, Trampoline & Cheer. Summer Camp includes themed weeks and visits from Olympians and SO MUCH FUN! Don’t let your child miss out on such a fun summer! Members $210/week & Non Members $225/week! Half Day Preschool Camp available! Early Registration specials, call before March 10th.

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FLORIDA TRIPLE THREAT DRAMA & TUMBLING SUMMER CAMP

This summer our campers will become real Triple Threats! They will learn cheer & dance routines, complete with singing, acting and tumbling! Call for more information. 2290 SW 71st Terrace, Davie 33317. (954) 514-7250. www.Fla3threat.com.

BROADWAY KIDS STUDIO – PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 9042 West State Road 84, Davie 33324 (Ridge Plaza behind The Round Up). Summer Camp at Broadway Kids Studio is unique time of year. Our focus is learning, allowing everyone an equal opportunity to perform, and having fun. Creative Camp is for ages 5-11. For more experience performers or those wanting to take the next step, our Broadway Performance Camp is available for ages 12 to 18. Visit www.BroadwayKidsStudio.com or call (954) 693-7500 for more information.

BRIGHT & SMART – ROBOTICS, CODING, & ENGINEERING WEEKLY CAMPS Join us for a fun week (or more!) of camp for creative, talented and inquisitive boys and girls! Ages 7–14. Campers are immersed in a unique, fun-filled experience that fosters teamwork, builds problem solving skills, and nurtures critical and creative thinking. Summer camp themes are Lego Robotics, Master Builder, 3D Design/Printing, App Design with Advanced Robotics and Girl’s Power. Please note each theme has age requirements. Summer Camp is in Boca, Davie, Pembroke Pines and Ft. Lauderdale. Spring Camp is in Plantation and Ft. Lauderdale. Get in contact: (954) 816-3346, Info@BrightAndSmart.com. Visit our website: www.BrightAndSmart.com. Stay connected: www.facebook.com/BrightAndSmart, www.twitter.com/Bright_n_Smart, www.instagram.com/brightandsmart.

2018 DANCE FX SUMMER DANCE CAMP BOYS & GIRLS. June 11th – August 14th. Campers enjoy dancing, painting, make-up classes and so much more! Join our dance family this summer and see how much fun our campers have! We are the home to the ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ runner up, Tiffany Maher 2012, Alexis Juliano Top 14 of 2013, and Brandon Grimm from America’s Got Talent 2017. The most affordable dance camp around EARLY BIRD SPECIAL $99/week when you pay for 4 weeks in advance BY MAY 4th! Call today! (954) 742-3114. $110/week when you pay 4 weeks in advance by June 1st. Regular Weekly price $140/ week. 10057D Sunset Strip, Sunrise 33323. www.DanceFXSunrise.com.

IMACS HI-TECH SUMMER CAMP At the IMACS Hi-Tech Summer Camp, students are immersed in fun-filled academic pursuits: Computer Programming, Virtual Robotics, Electronics, and Logic Puzzles. In just one week, children substantially explore and expand their intellectual world. Full Day & Partial-Day programs. Centers in Plantation, Weston, and Boca Raton. Call (954) 791-2333 or (561) 470-1178 or visit www.imacs.org/summercamp.

KUMITE MARTIAL ARTS Get up get moving!! Come join our camp filled with fun games and activities, also includes daily field trips. Your child will learn fitness training and technique drills. Monday-Friday. Our professional staff & instructors will ensure your child will have a positive and rewarding experience with us .Our camp has something for everyone and caters to all skill levels - we are proud to have the BEST camp at the best price! Daily & weekly rates available. Call for camp dates. 4150 Peters Rd., Plantation 33317. www.kumitemartialarts.com. (954) 321-0029.

CHESS ART SUMMER CAMP REGISTER BEFORE 03/31/18 AND GET 10% OFF THE WEEKLY FEE! Three great enrichment programs get together to give your child a fun and unique summer camp. ART, CHESS and SPORTS are experiences your child must try! Both Chess and Art build your child’s self-confidence, imagination, concentration, and a love of learning and openness to new ideas. We raise confident and creative children. Chess tournaments. Board games. Sports, team competitions indoors and outdoors. Mural paintings. Cartooning. Ceramics. Water day. Ages 4 and up. (954) 534-3771 or (954) 650-2562, www.chessartkids.com, Info@chessartkids.com.

SOFLO VOLLEYBALL CAMPS Gold Medal Squared Certified Club with USAV Safe Sport Certified Coaches, experienced coaching from Professional, Collegiate and High School Levels. • VOLLEYBALL SUMMER CAMPS: Ages 5–17. July 9:00am – 3:00pm, early drop off 8:00am and late pick-up 5:00pm is included. Located at South Plantation High School, indoor gymnasium in Plantation. Development Skills, drills and competition. Also offering 3-Hours high repetition elite level positional training sessions in August. Call for details. Learn more at SoFLOVolleyball.org or call (954) 600-9810.

SUMMER CAMP

CAMP NOVA’S SUMMER CAMP

CAMP LINGUA LANGUAGE IMMERSION SUMMER CAMP SPANISH – FRENCH – ENGLISH. A unique language program where children enjoy an enriching, FUNtastic summer experience while developing language and critical thinking skills. Our Language Camps is the perfect way to help your child explore a second language while making new friends, exploring a new language and experiencing new adventures in a safe environment. They will learn easily by seeing, hearing and putting a language in action through our daily language classes and electives. Children will also engage in FUN CAMP ACTIVITIES including, horseback riding, extreme sports, team sports, arts & crafts, pottery, culture, field trips, water days, dance, music, and much more (Natives Program for native English speakers ,CIT program for teens & Spring Camp also available). EARLY BIRD PRICING! Visit our website for more information and open house dates!. CALL: (954) 642-CAMP (2267). VISIT: CampLingua.com. CONTACT: info@camplingua.com.

MUSIC’S COOL DAY CAMP 2018 Students are part of a band playing music they love, learning to read and write music, performing and recording. Professional instruction in Bass, Piano, Brass, Drums and Drumline, Vocals, Guitars, Keyboard, Ukulele and Woodwinds. Swimming & Pool Activities, Arts & Crafts, Games & More! Ages 6–16, Beginners through Advanced, Individuals or your whole band may join. Every student performs on stage and camp ends with a concert performance! All new Electronic Music/ Young DJs Program, Ages 12 - 16! Two 3-week Sessions: June 11 – June 29 & July 2 – July 20. Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pm (before & after care available, 8am – 5pm). No Registration Fee! Camp held at Plantation Imagine Charter School, 8200 Peters Road, Plantation. Call (954) 232-3174 or visit www.coolmusicschool.net.

CAMP WOODLAND AND WOODLAND TEEN CAMP A Traditional day camp at C.B. Smith Park in Pembroke Pines since 1983. Our Woodlanders program is for campers entering grades K-5. Woodland’s Teen Camp has an enthusiastic group of campers entering grades 6-9. Our Counselor in Training (C.I.T.) program is for energetic and responsible teens entering 10th & 11th grades. Field trips are taken 4-5 times per week. Campers enjoy activities including: sports, fishing, ping pong, tetherball, water parks, crafts, cooking, tubing, indoor gymnasiums, martial arts, drama and much more. Special events include Color War, Field Days, Camp Show/Carnival and optional Overnight Trips. Transportation available throughout Broward County. Ask about our Overnight Programs! Visit www.campwoodlandfl.com, Email us at campwoodlandfl@gmail.com, or call (954) 921-1497.

CITY OF PLANTATION SPRING BREAK CAMPS For more information call (954) 452-2510. Registration begins two weeks before Spring Break program at Central Park. • SNAPOLOGY: For more information call Airam at (954) 864-7590. SPRING BREAK (1-DAY CAMP) MARCH 23, 9:00AM - 3:00PM. Ages 5 – 12. Community Center. Whoever said you couldn’t solve the world’s problems with LEGO bricks? Learn a little about the process real inventors go through to create new inventions while you help design, build and program robotic machines to solve problems in this one day program. Call Airam at (954) 864-7590. Resident $70/1 day, Non-resident $80/1 day. • SPRING BREAK CAMP (5-DAY CAMP): MARCH 26 - 30, 9:00AM - 3:00PM. Ages 5 – 12. Community Center. We will have our best and favorite programs together in this 5 days program. A little of this and a little of that. Kids will have fun getting to know the amazing world of LEGO bricks and all the different activities we will be doing with it. Resident $235/5 days, Non-resident $245/5 days. • BRIGHT & SMART ROBOTICS CAMP: MARCH 26 – 30, 9:00AM - 3:00PM. Ages 7 – 12. Central Park. Children will learn hands-on robot assembly and computer programming in a fun-filled experience that fosters teamwork, critical and creative thinking and problem solving skills. Our goal is to teach kids basic engineering skills and facilitate the development of their higher cognitive skills, while giving them the opportunity to discover and develop their natural abilities. For more information call 954-816-3346. CAMP PROGRAM & PRICING (Resident/Non-resident): 3/26 Coding & Lego Robotics $80/$90; 3/27 Coding & Master Builder $80/$90; 3/28 Coding & Civil Engineering $80/$90; 3/29 Coding & Electrical Engineering $80/$90; 3/30 Coding & 3D Printing $85/95. • SPRING BREAK TENNIS CAMP: Ages 6 – 16 at Veltri Tennis Center. This camp includes lessons, match play and tennis games. Bring your lunch and tennis racquet. Call (954) 513-3540 for information and to register. Registration forms are available online at Plantationtennis.org. March 26 - 30 (5 days) 10:00am – 3:30pm. $160/5 days, $42 per day or $32 per half day. Early drop off: 7:30am – 10:00am, for an additional $5 daily or $15 week. No Aftercare – Pick up child by 3:45pm. • SHARE-A-PONY: Ages 4 – 12, Plantation Equestrian Center. Bring your lunch & snack. Beverages available for purchase. For more information call (954) 476-4316. March 26 - 30 (5 day session). Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 9:00am – 12:00pm. Rates Resident/Non-Resident: Per week $260/$270, Per day $70/$75. • GOLF ACADEMY: Ages 6 – 15, Plantation Preserve Golf Course. The Golf Academy at Plantation Preserve is under new ownership. PGA professionals Barry Fitzpatrick and Nick Pincket are providing the finest Junior golf programs in South Florida. We will be running camps all season long for your child. Please call us at (954) 9143731 for details so your child can advance his or her game this summer. We also offer adult education classes and private video instruction as well.

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June 11 – August 17. Camp Nova is open to students in kindergarten to grade 11 and provides campers with a summer full of smiles, laughs, fun with new friends, and plenty of good memories. Students can spend their summer creating unique arts and crafts, exploring cartooning and ceramics, stunting in cheerleading, grooving to the music in dance, discovering innovation/ 3-D printing and Minecraft, creating video game designs, sharpening their talents in archery, improving their sports skills, and more! A camper’s summer experience will also include swimming in a state-of-the-art aquatics center, interactive Wacky Wednesday and Fun Friday events, weekly field trips, and exciting off-campus and in-house activities. In addition, students can choose to participate in one of our specialty camps including Theatre Camp, Drobot Camp, Counselor-inTraining, Junior Lifeguard Camp, Marine Science Camp, Sports Camps, Teen Camp, and more! 3375 SW 75 Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314. Call us today for details at (954) 262-4528.

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CAMP SUMMIT-QUESTA

Summer sports and science camp for ages 6-10 with a variety of sports, activities and field trips. Half day academic camp available for ages 6-10. Specialty classes in music, arts, and academic programs. PK3-K Montessori Camp offers enrichment lessons with special activities and events. VPK space is limited, sign up now! 5451 SW 64 Avenue, Davie. (954) 584-3466 summitquesta.com

CITY OF PLANTATION SUMMER CAMPS JUNE 11 – AUGUST 3. The Plantation Summer Camp Programs are operated and run by the City of Plantation Parks & Recreation Department. For more information call (954) 452-2510 or go to Plantation.org. Registration: Registration forms will be available Monday, March 26 at: Plantation public elementary schools, Plantation Central Park (9151 N.W. 2nd Street), Volunteer Park (12050 W. Sunrise Boulevard) and Jim Ward Community Center (301 N.W. 46th Avenue). Registration begins April 23 at all Community Centers. • ADVENTURE CAMP: Ages 12 – 14, Central Park. This camp is designed to give the teen a higher level of activities and more specialized field trips. Resident 1st child 8 weeks - $1,090, 4 weeks – $565. Resident add’l child 8 weeks - $1,010, 4 weeks – $525. Non-resident 8 weeks - $1,190, 4 weeks – $665. • DAY CAMPS: Ages 5 – 11. Central Park or Volunteer Park. These camps are designed to give the child a well-rounded camp experience. Weekly activities include a selection of sports, arts & crafts, field trips, swim trips and special events. Resident 1st child 8 weeks – $890, 4 weeks – $465. Resident add’l child 8 weeks – $810, 4 weeks – $425. Non-resident 8 weeks – $990, 4 weeks – $565. • TWO-WEEK EXTENDED CAMP: Ages 5 - 11, Central Park. Registration begins Monday, July 16 at any Community Center. Week 9: August 6 – 10, Week 10: August 13 – 17. Resident: $110 per week plus $10 registration fee. Non-resident: $135 per week, plus $10 registration fee. • NEIGHBORHOOD DAY CAMP: Ages 5 – 11, Jim Ward Community Center. This camp is designed to give the child an on-site day camp experience. Activities include sports, arts & crafts, special events and more. No additional field trips are included.

Please register in person. For more information call (954) 585-2344. Registration begins April 23 at Jim Ward Community Center. Resident $15/per day or $50/per week. Non-resident $25/per day or $100/per week. No additional-child discounts available • GOLF ACADEMY: Ages 6 – 15, Plantation Preserve Golf Course. The Golf Academy at Plantation Preserve is under new ownership. PGA professionals Barry Fitzpatrick and Nick Pincket are providing the finest Junior golf programs in South Florida. We will be running summer camps all season long for your child. Please call us at (954) 914-3731 for details so your child can advance his or her game this summer. • SHARE-A-PONY SUMMER CAMP: Ages 4 – 12, Plantation Equestrian Center. Bring your lunch & snack. Beverages are available for purchase. 9 weekly sessions, each session 5 days with the exception of July 3 – July 7 (4 days). Camp runs June 11 – Aug 17. No aftercare. Registration is held at Plantation Equestrian Center, (954) 476-4316. Monday - Thursday 9:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 9:00am – 12:00pm. Resident $260/week or $70/day, plus tax. Non-resident $270/week or $75/day, plus tax. Price includes registration fee. July 2 – July 6 (M, T, Th, F, 4 day session, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm). Resident $235/4 days, plus tax. Non-resident $240/4 days, plus tax. Price includes $10 registration fee. Discounts for multi child and multi session available. • CAMP ELITE: Ages 7 – 14, Volunteer Park, 12050 W. Sunrise Boulevard. This camp focuses on the “whole athlete” and prepares them to be exceptional on and off the field. Our innovative program includes fun activities designed to enhance performance, develop strength to prevent injury, as well as equip athletes to manage emotional challenges and develop the leader within. Sport experiences include: Football, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball and Softball. Weekly activities also include field trips, swim trips and special events. For information, call Pear Programs at (954) 261-6154. Registration begins Tuesday, April 24 at any Community Center. Weeks 1 – 8: June 11 – August 3, 7:30am – 6:00pm. Weeks 9 – 10: August 6 – 17, 7:30am – 6:00pm. Campers can mix and match any 5 weeks. Resident 5 weeks – $725* or 1 week – $160*. Non-resident 5 weeks – $825* or 1 week – $180*. *plus a $5 registration fee. • SUMMER TENNIS CAMP & POOL: Ages 6 – 16, Veltri Tennis Center Central Park, 9101 N.W. 2nd Street. Held at Veltri Tennis Center, this camp includes lessons, match play & tennis games. Bring your tennis racquet & bag lunch. Drinks available for purchase. Early Registration: April 2 – May 14, $20. Regular Registration: May 15 or later, $25. Call (954) 513-3540 for information and to register. Enrollment form available on City website, Plantationtennis.org. Camp Times: 10:00am - 3:30pm. Session 1: June 11 – June 22 (10 days) $290. Session 2: June 25 – July 6 (9 days) $260. Session 3: July 9 – July 13 (5 days) $160. No Camp July 16 – 20. Session 4: July 23 – August 3 (10 days) $290. Session 5: August 6 – August 17 (10 days) $290. MORE CAMP & POOL RATES: $290/2 weeks, $160/week, $42/daily. $115/half day week, $32/half day. Early Drop-off: 7:30am – 10:00am, additional $5/day, $15/week or $25/2 weeks. After Care: 3:30pm - 5:30pm, additional $7/day, $25/week or $45/2 weeks.

SLEEPAWAY CAMPS CAMP WOODLAND’S WOODLAND ON THE GO Woodland on the Go is a sleep away camp adventure for boys and girls entering grades 4-11. Each summer has it’s own unique experience. From enjoying the rides and amusements at Florida theme parks to action packed day/night adventures on Lake Winona, Woodlander’s have experienced it all! Campers form everlasting memories during this special summer getaway. For the remaining 9 weeks of summer, Camp Woodland is a traditional co-ed day camp located at C.B. Smith Park in Pembroke Pines since 1983. Visit www.campwoodlandfl.com, Email us at campwoodlandfl@gmail.com, or call (954) 921-1497.