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On-Going Events

By Gillian Pridgen August 18, 2016
  • Coral Springs Mothers of Multiples group: For moms and families of twins, triplets+.  www.csmoms.org
  • Variety of Children's Classes: For ages 6 - 11 at the Coral Springs Gymnasium. For a class schedule click HERE for a list of all classes.
  • Robotics: Kids learn the fundamentals of computer programming using laptops and Lego kits. The group meets on Tuesday evenings at Parkland/YMCA, 10559 Trails End, Parkland, FL. 954-384-9622.
  • Moms Club of South Coral Springs and Margate: Stay-at-home moms are invited to join this supportive and fun group.  Meet-ups include playdates, craft activities, mommy and me classes, and Mom’s Night Out. Contact: Finondra at cfwilkins@att.net
  • A variety of events for kids and teens at your local Broward County Library. Check the calendar by going to these links: KIDS and TEENS.
  • NATURE TOTS Fern Forest Nature Center (Coconut Creek) For ages 2 to 4 accompanied by an adult. 10 to 11 a.m. $5/child. Kids and their parents can join a Broward County Parks naturalist and learn about nature through stories, songs, arts and crafts, and more. Preregistration is required. For further information, call the nature center at 954-357-5198. Accessible from Broward County Transit Routes #31 and #42.
  • PRESCHOOL PLAY ‘N’ LEARN Long Key Natural Area and Nature Center (Davie) For ages 4 to 5 accompanied by an adult 10 to 11 a.m. $5/person. Preschool children explore the natural world while learning nature-based lessons. Program may include games, hands-on activities, crafts, storytelling, songs, and a nature walk or an animal encounter. This month’s theme is Web Wonders. Preregistration is required by June 13. For more information, call the nature center at 954-357-8797.
Bargain On-going Attractions
  • Ancient Spanish Monastery - 305.945.1461 Cost: $2.50-$5.00
  • Everglades Holiday Park - 954.434.8111 Cost: $11.50
  • My Jewish Discovery Place Museum - 954.792.6700 Cost: $5.00
  • Native Village Zoo - 954.961.4519 Cost: $8-$10
  • Ragtops Museum - 561.655.2836 Cost: $5
  • Vizcaya - 305.250.9133 Cost: $5-$12; free for 5 and younger 
  • BC Buehler Planetarium - 954.201.6681 Cost: $2-$5
  • Scout Horse Badge Program at Tradewinds Park Stables - 954-357-8720 Cost: $25/two-hour session
  • Galaxy Skateway - 954.721.0580 Cost: $5 (includes skate rental). "Cheap Skate" is on Wednesdays