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(AFTERSCHOOL & DAY OFF CAMPS CONT.) CHESS FOR KIDS ENRICHMENT PROGRAM Chess classes improve your child’s academic performance, concentration, reasoning skills, logic and critical thinking. Small groups, after school classes Monday-Friday in Davie, Weston, Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Doral, Boca Raton and Ft. Lauderdale & Coral Gables. Chess tournaments available twice a month. www.chessforkids.us, info@chessartkids.com, (954) 650-2562.

AMERICAN TOP TEAM ATT afterschool is a program for your child to be able to Reduce Stress & Anxiety. Increase Compassion. Emotional Regulation. Improve Attention. ATT Powerful Little Giants is an exclusive and limited space program which allows us to provide more attention and commitment to your child. We will empower both mental and physical health through our creative curriculum. Not only Empowering their minds, we have incorporated our world class martial arts program to increase their confidence, academic performance, behavior and coordination. Located at 2750 Glades Circle, Suite 300, Weston. For more information, call: (954) 349-4900.

PETITE DESIGNERS AFTER SCHOOL FASHION CLASSES Time for kids to have some fun with sewing and fashion design! This semi-personalized fashion program is designed to bring the art of sketching, pattern making, and sewing to all kids and let them be creative. Visit PetiteDesigners.com or call us at (954) 464-0402 to get more information and sign up for your free introductory class!

PREMIER MARTIAL ARTS WESTON Our mission at Premier Martial Arts Weston is to provide the skills needed to help our students succeed in life such as confidence, focus, self-esteem, and physical well-being. We will encourage and motivate our students to be the best they can be, but not to feel pressured to compete with others. We will strive to make our communities better and stronger. We reinforce solid character development in students of all ages and constantly strive to maintain our commitment by leading by example. We will make our communities stronger one Black Belt at a time! 1375 Shotgun Rd. next to YouFit in the Right Way Commerce Center (954) 217-6006. premiermartialarts.com/weston/ SAMA KIDS TRANSPORTATION Door to door shuttle services. Personalized service tailored to your every transportation need. School, summer camp, special events and more. Serving all public and private schools/ daycare/afterschool in Weston & St. Bonaventure. We offer round trip or one-way service, school hours, safety and comfort. For more information call us at (954) 529-4975. Hablamos Espanol. www.samakidstransportation.com. Licensed & Insured.

FLORIDA CHILDREN’S THEATRE Noted as “One of Twelve Great Children’s Theatres Across the U.S.” by Backstage.com, Florida Children’s Theatre offers classes and camps for ages 4-18 in acting, musical theatre, circus, voice, performance, and dance as well as private coaching, including BFA audition prep. Additionally, FLCT produces a full season of shows that are open to students 2-12th grades by audition. Upcoming: The Lighting Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. FLCT is currently located at Broward College Central Campus in Davie and offers select classes at the Galleria Mall. (954) 763-6882, www.FLCT.org. CODE NINJAS Kids aged 7-14 learn to code while building games they love! Kids love technology, games, and having fun with friends. Parents want to give their kids the best and brightest future possible. Everyone wins at Code Ninjas. Our students progress through an engaging 9 belt game-based coding curriculum that teaches teamwork, logic, math, and problem solving. Kids gain vital STEM skills while having a blast. After school drop-ins, Parents Night Out, Camps and Parties available! Come visit our new location in Weston! Other locations in Plantation, Cooper City & Coral Springs. (954) 399-7000. www.CodeNinjas.com.

ART

ART WORKSHOPS- CHESSART 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.

ATTRACTIONS & VENUES

IN THE GAME SAWGRASS MILLS Conveniently located at Sawgrass Mills Mall, In the Game Sawgrass Mills features all of the newest games, simulators and fun activities for kids and adults to enjoy. We offer the best environment for family-friendly things to do in Broward County! Come experience our amazing arcade filled with an array of video games, virtual reality games, Mayday Escape Room, and Mini Bowling. And, we have great prizes! Our prize counters are stocked with everything from your favorite candies to gaming systems. All the excitement is sure to make you hungry so relax and enjoy a meal at Johnny Rockets located right inside our venue. Come see us today! 2608 Sawgrass Mills Circle, Sunrise 33323. (954) 845-8740, www.InTheGameSawgrass.com.

BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Ranked among the top ten most-visited theater venues in the world, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts is the destination of choice for entertainment in South Florida for musicals, operas, ballets, concerts, plays, and educational events and more. The Center delivers quality entertainment, educational opportunities and memorable moments that engage and inspire audiences, nurture collaboration and drive economic vitality. Information at www.BrowardCenter.org.

THE PANTHERS ICE DEN Featuring a 125,000 square foot ice skating and entertainment facility, with three NHL-regulation ice rinks, an off-ice training center, party rooms, pro shop and more. Programming is offered for all ages and abilities in hockey, figure skating, and professional training. The Panthers IceDen serves as the official practice facility for the NHL Florida Panthers Hockey Team. 3299 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs 33065. Visit PanthersIceDen.com for more information.

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.

PLAYTOWN MUSEUM Playtown Museum is a safe and fun indoor playground specialized in active, imaginary play. We provide superior quality play and educational experiences for children ages 0 to 6yo and their families, where they can get engaged with a variety of features and activities, focused on the pretend play, in addition with slide and toddler area. Exploring our indoor play park is the perfect option for birthday parties where the guests can get active and have fun while celebrating a special day. At Playtown Museum we encourage social, mental and physical development through play, as kids learn to navigate a new environment and form relationships with their peers during classes and workshops. (954) 928-8839. 153 Weston Road, Weston. www.playtownmuseum.com. AC HOTELS SAWGRASS MILLS ROOFTOP VENUE With elegance and purposeful design, the AC Hotel Sawgrass Mills has orchestrated the entire hotel experience so you can be creative, and fulfilled. Enjoy our breathtaking skyline venue for your special day at the Horizon Rooftop Bar & Lounge. You’ll feel on top of the world in our sprawling rooftop venue that can accommodate up to 120 guests in plush style lounge seating. Located at 1870 Sawgrass Mills Circle, Sunrise 33323. Contact us at (954) 8460400, achotelsawgrassmills.com.

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. It also develops critical and logical thinking. 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. Private lessons, tournaments. www.chessartkids.com, info@chessartkids.com, (954) 650-2562 or (954) 534-3771.

CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

KID AROUND! LLC Kid Around! LLC is now offering outdoor and indoor preschool classes for children ages 2 through 5. Your child will playfully learn about letters and numbers, will do music, arts and crafts, sensory, gross and fine motor activities. STEM activities are incorporated into many of our classes. Indoor classes are held at Recess Kids Club, outdoor classes at local parks. Check our schedule and prices on www.kidaroundweston.weebly.com! Let’s make some friends, play, learn and have tons of fun! Call us for more information (954) 240-8365 and find us on FB or IG: @kidaroundweston.

(CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CONT.) EDUCATIONAL SERVICE 360 CORP Educational Service 360 Corp offers coaching for parents and children to develop organization, attention, and academic skills with specific action plans and mentoring sessions. Our services include: Education Advocacy, Organizational Skill Training, Reading Skills Programs, Attention Skills Training, & Parenting workshops. Celina Chocron has been working with students with deficit attention disorder, dyslexia, struggle students, autism and ESOL students for over 25 years. See how your child acquires skills and habits that will help him succeed not only in school but throughout his life. Celina Chocron has a M. S. Ed. And is a Bilingual Educational Consultant, Academic, ADHD, and Autism Coach. Schedule your free consultation (954) 394-5265 or email info@educationalservice360.com. Visit www.educationalservice360.com, FB & IG: @educationalservice360.

DANCE

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 & Best Dance Studio, look no further than Broadway Kids Studio for all your performing arts needs. BKS offers group classes and private lessons in Singing, Acting, Dancing, & Musical Instruments (Piano, Drums, & Guitar). Dance classes range from beginner to advanced 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. INTERNATIONAL DANCE ACADEMY The International Dance Academy, under the direction of Deborah Buttner ARAD, RTS and Mary Buttner, is Florida’s premier ballet school. Established in 2000 IDA is the only school in South Florida to offer Royal Academy of Dance instruction and world-recognized certification, under the patronage of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. IDA has an excellent, well-qualified faculty offering classes in classical ballet, pointe, repertoire, PBT, Jazz and Contemporary. All class levels from ages 3-19. FREE TRIAL AND PLACEMENT CLASSES. Call us today! (954) 647-4419. Located at 825 Broward Lakes Business Park, Shotgun Road. www.DanceIDA.com. Follow us on IG and FB @idaballetweston. 5678 DANCE INC @ IMAGINE CHARTER WESTON 5678 Dance Inc is offering on site after school enrichment programs throughout the school year. This program is designed to encourage appreciation and enjoyment of dance, movement and music through weekly classes. All classes are conducted in a fun and non-competitive environment while promoting fitness, discipline, socialization, selfconfidence and self-awareness. Offering ballet and hip-hop dance for girls and boys. For more information call Cara at (954) 579-8820 or email cara@5678danceinc.com.

DOG PARKS

BARKHAM PARK Usage fees may apply. Please contact the dog park prior to arriving for more information. Barkham Park at Markham Park (Broward County Parks): Dog Park pass required. Proof of current vaccinations must be provided. For more info call (954) 357-8868. Visit us at: www.broward.org/parks. Located at: 16001 W. State Rd. 84, Sunrise 33326.

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 for all your performing arts needs. BKS offers group classes and private lessons in Singing, Acting, Dancing & Musical Instruments (Piano, Drums, & Guitar). Additionally, the BKS Star Performers & Rock Band have been entertaining audiences throughout south Florida for the past decade. Contact us today to set up an audition to join one of these exclusive groups. BKS also offers an After-School Program, Camps, Dance Competition and we hold auditions for musicals throughout the year. Contact us at (954) 693-7500 or visit us at www.BroadwayKidsStudio.com.

VOCAL ROADS Vocal Roads is a music school specialized in Singing and those instruments that complement the voice better, like guitar and piano. We have recently added Acting lessons. All our classes are designed for all levels and ages. Our teachers, all classically trained, can help you to sing or play the song you’ve always wanted, no matter what genre it is. Our philosophy is focused on trying to become an ORANGE SOUL which is, basically, being the people that can change this world for the better. This concept, together with our commitment to provide for a safe environment where everyone feels valued and loved, provides an experience that results in a long-lasting bond. We offer private and group lessons. 2600 Glades Circle, Suite #1500, Weston 33327. (786) 999-8228. www.vocalroads.com, facebook.com/vocalroads instagram.com/vocalroad.

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT

PARENT’S NIGHT OUT - PREMIER MARTIAL ARTS Saturday, October 30 - Monster Mash. 6:30PM – 11:00PM. Did you know Premier Martial Arts provides a monthly Parent’s Night Out for the public? Children will play Halloween related games and contests, have a pizza party, watch a movie and draw for prizes! Cost is $25. Call to reserve your child’s spot today! Premier Martial Arts Weston 1375 Shotgun Road, Sunrise 33326. (954) 217-6006 www.PremierMartialArts.com/weston.