Arts & Crafts

The Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Jewish Film Festival is the only one of it's kind in the county and one of the best in the region.  It fills over 16,000 seats across 6 different theaters in a 3-week span every January.  Films are carefully vetted and selected for each year's line up.  The Film Festival opens with a gala and grand opening at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach.  Several of the showings will feature a Q & A with the Director of the film and even live performances.

The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee and the City of Fort Lauderdale are proud to present the 2017 King Holiday Celebration, an extraordinary line-up of events with programs for the entire family.  NEW Parade route for 2017, please check the linked website above to get detailed 2017 schedule information.

2017 King Holiday Event Line-up:

A rockin' good time with stories, music and pretend play; all in the comfort of your favorite pajamas. Each month features a different theme, with fingerplays, puppets, music and stories. So get up, roll out of bed, and join Miss Mij in her funny jammies and slippers for something new each month. Max-20

Instructor: Miss Mij

Dates:  May 20

Times: 10-10:45am (ages 18mo-2yrs)

             11am-12pm (ages 3 & 4yrs)

3, 2, 1, HAPPY NEW YEAR! Well, not quite, but it’s never too early to kick off a fabulous New Year’s party. Once again Miami Children’s Museum is celebrating the New Year just a little bit earlier!  Ring in the New Year (a few hours early) with a countdown TO NOON, fun crafts, a stage performance by our MCM Players and an unforgettable balloon drop!

Celebrate Flamingo Gardens 93rd Anniversary with the great pink bird at Flamingo Fest 2021! The centerpiece of Flamingo Fest 2021 is the Fabulous Flamingo Contest. Kids and adults, craftsmen and artisans, are invited to present their creatively decorated pink flamingo yard ornaments to be displayed throughout the botanical garden path, and Flamingo Fest guests are invited to vote for their favorite.

Flamingo Garden's Botanical Gardens and Historic Wray Home are decked out with thousands of lights and decorations while holiday music fills the air. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Broward Outpatient Centers presents Gardens of Lights on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings December 17-23, & Dec 26-30, 2021. Hours will be extended to view the lights at dusk and enjoy a special holiday light show set to music beginning every half hour from 5pm to 8pm. Holiday snacks and drinks will be available for purchase at the Flamingo Café to enjoy while viewing the lights.

Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration in Wellington is a wonderful way to teach the kids about composting, recycling, reusing and more.  Visit with local earth-friendly vendors and enjoy local business giveaways.  Live music will keep you and your family entertained. Learn to respect our planet and enjoy an Earth-friendy evening together. 

This year's Breakfast with Santa program at the Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society is bigger & better than ever before featuring:

Hot Breakfast Buffet with Outdoor Dining in the Fountain Plaza

Meet 'n' Greets and Photo Opportunities with Santa & Mrs. Claus

Up-Close Animal Encounters & Photo Opportunities

Face Painting, Craft Stations & Complimentary Rides on the Wildlife Carousel

Take Away Gifts for All Children in Attendance

Loxahatchee by Night Campfires are back at the River Center! Join in this season for some s'more fun with The River Center's exciting campfire activities. They will be kicking off their first event on Friday, October 21st from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm with a "Haunted Pirate Ship" themed campfire. This family friendly event will include ghostly activities, a haunted hayride, and of course s'mores! Costumes are welcome and encouraged for this event.

Orange Blossom Festival, Parade and Rodeo in Davie will feature over 250 displays and will take place down Orange Drive from Davie Rd. west to SW 66th Terrace.  This portion of Orange Drive will be closed off during the festival. Free activities for both days include arts & crafts show, musical entertainment, youth performers, animal farm, western displays, green product displays , and wildlife shows.