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Replacement Publisher Mom Found!
I want to thank all of you who contacted me about taking over the newsletter. I found a great mom to take over, and she will introduce herself in June!
I hope you all had a wonderful Mother's Day and enjoy the rest of your week!
I hope you all had a wonderful Mother's Day and enjoy the rest of your week!
National Kids to Parks Day
Just what is National Kids to Parks Day, anyway? Simply put, every family in America is invited to attend a local park, state park, or national park and play the day away! Many areas are hosting special events and, in fact, all 35 Virginia State Parks are hosting special events! You can also go to www.kidstoparks.org and pledge to go to a park with your family on May 19th. Pretty cool!
This is the perfect opportunity to "unplug" and enjoy the great outdoors. You'll be amazed at ...
This is the perfect opportunity to "unplug" and enjoy the great outdoors. You'll be amazed at ...
Easy Hot Fudge Chocolate Ice Cream Cake
My daughter begged for an ice cream cake this year for her birthday. My first thought was to hit Baskin Robbins but then she said she wanted hot fudge on it! So I whipped up this super easy Hot Fudge Chocolate Ice Cream Cake!
Here's what you will need:
Ice Cream in a rectangular box package
Cake
Bottle of store bought Hot Fudge
Step 1: Bake the cake as directed using a bread loaf pan. You will not use all of the cake mix! Pour batter into pan so ...
Marshmallow Shooter Craft
This is a really simple craft that leaves your mini macaroni with a fun toy to enjoy after! It's a marshmallow/pom pom shooter!
What you need:
2 plastic cups
1 balloon
scissors
marshmallows and/or pom poms
What you do:
Stack the 2 plastic cups and cut them about a third of the way down. (I used 2 for sturdiness. If you have a surdier cup, one will probably do)
Tie your balloon and cut the (non-tied) end. 
Your shooter will look like this:
Place the marshmallow or ...
Thursday, May 17 through Sunday, May 20 - Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream
Experience Disney’s hilarious hair-raising escapade, Tangled; as Rapunzel, her unlikely companion, Flynn, and Maximus, embark on an uproarious journey that takes adventure to new lengths! Boogie to the beat of the bayou with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen in a magical, musical journey that all begins with a fateful kiss. And fanciful dreams become reality as Cinderella meets her Prince Charming, with a glass slipper fit for an unforgettable fantasy come true. All your favorite princesses take to the ice in a spectacular finale at the ultimate Disney Princess event of a lifetime! Experience the beauty, sparkle, and spirit when Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream comes to Tampa Bay!
Where: Ice Sports ForumWhen: Times vary by dateWho: everyoneHow: purchase tickets: Tickets are available at disneyonice.com or ticketmaster.com, at any Ticketmaster outlet, by calling 800-745-3000, or at the Tampa Bay Times Forum office. For group ticket sales and information, call 866-248-8740.Cost: Tickets start at $16For more info: Performances are as follows:
Thursday, May 17 at 7:00 p.m. Friday, May 18 at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 19 at 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Sunday, May 10 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
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May 17th through May 23rd
Thursday, May 17 - Family Night at Pump It Up
Stop in to Pump It Up and bring the whole family!
Where: Pump It Up in BrandonWhen: 5:30-7 pmWho: Kids, familiesHow: Just show upCost: $9 per child, free for adults
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Thursday, May 17 - Bedtime Stories
Make reading a family affair. Children may wear pajamas and bring a blanket and favorite cuddly toy for stories, songs and activities during this 30-minute program.
Where: Brandon LibraryWhen: 7-7:30 pmWho: FamiliesHow: Just show upCost: Free
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Friday, May 18 - Infant Playgroups
Get together and make friends with other moms and dads and their little ones.
Where: Brandon Family Support and Resource Center, 1277 Kingsway Rd. BrandonWhen: 10 amWho: Infants and their caregiversHow: Just show upCost: Free
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Friday, May 18 - Pump It Up Pop In Playtime Pre-K
Promote social development and physical fitness while bouncing, sliding, climbing, and jumping at Pump It Up! Come and play on our giant, soft, fun filled, interactive inflatibles during Pump It Up Pop-In Playtime.
Where: 729A W. Lumsden Road (corner of Kings and Lumsden) in the Oak Park Plaza.When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Children ages 2-6How: Reservations are not required.Cost: $8.00 per child. Parents are free and are required to accompany the child.For more info: Socks and a signed waiver are required to play.
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Saturday, May 19 - Kids Ahoy
Created especially for the little ones, Kids Ahoy! encourages learning through fun activities each and every Saturday.
Following a ship-wide scavenger hunt, children are invited to participate in a special arts and crafts project, and receive a fun snack and souvenir Kids Ahoy! bookmark.
Kids Ahoy! promotes family interaction, communication and bonding.
Where: American Victory Ship, 705 Channelside Drive, TampaWhen: 10 am-5 pmWho: Kids, familiesHow: Purchase ticketsCost: $2.50/children under 12; $10/adultsFor more info: 813-228-8766
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Saturday, May 19 - The Art Spot
Every Saturday the Museum offers a drop in art program from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00p.m. Experience your child’s creativity by exploring the galleries together and then create an art project in our classroom. The art projects are self-guided and the gallery related monthly themes offer a different art activity each week.
Where: Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL 33602 (Curtis Hixon Park is located right outside the museum.)When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: Children ages 3-10How: No registration required.Cost: Admission to the activity is free. Participants enter the classroom from the exterior entrance until the museum is open. Regular admission costs apply to view the galleries. General Admission: adults $10; seniors $7.50, Florida educators $7.50, military plus one guest $7.50 (each); students $5; and children ages 6 and under freeFor more info: http://www.tampamuseum.org/
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Monday, May 21 - Romper Rhythms
Music & Movement class for children and the adults who love them. www.romperrhyths.vpweb.com
Where: Osprey Club House in FishHawk RanchWhen: 10 amWho: Infants-5 yearsHow: Just show upCost: $7 per class or five classes for $30For more info: Contact Mrs. Jenn at 813-767-1729, or rrandfun@yahoo.com
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Monday, May 21 - Toddler Time
Stories, finger plays and songs make up this fun 20-minute program.
Where: Brandon LibraryWhen: 10-10:20 amWho: For ages 2-3 years old.How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Seating limit: 20 children and their parent/caregivers.
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Tuesday, May 22 - Music With Mar
Music with Mar. is a brain research-based interactive music class for
children and their parents. We focus on supporting the key developmental
areas (cognitive, social, motor and language) by using music, movement,
books, puppets and fingerplays. Suitable for ages 8 months-5years.
children and their parents. We focus on supporting the key developmental
areas (cognitive, social, motor and language) by using music, movement,
books, puppets and fingerplays. Suitable for ages 8 months-5years.
Where: First Presbyterian Church of Brandon on Tuesdays and FridaysWhen: 10-10:45 amWho: Familes, preschoolersHow: Just show upCost: $7 per family or $30 for a five-class pass (2 month expiration)For more info: www.musicwithmar.com Email Miss Angie at angelan@musicwithmar.com or call (813) 416-1856 with questions.
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Tuesday, May 22 - Family Time-Brandon Library
Join us for an evening of reading and entertainment for the entire family. Something different will be offered each week: stories, music, crafts, movies, games and other interactive activities. Stop in and be a part of the fun!
Where: Brandon LibraryWhen: 7-7:30 pmWho: Kids, teens, familiesHow: Just show upCost: Free
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Tuesday, May 22 - Game Day for Gradeschoolers
Play some fun board games and meet new friends at the library!
Where: Brandon LibraryWhen: 3-4pmWho: grades K-5How: Just show up, Seating limit: 20Cost: Free
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Wednesday, May 23 - Mommy and Me Ice Skating
Set time aside for a play date with your child and share quality time as you learn to skate together. Ice skating is a fun and athletic sport that can be enjoyed at all ages. Dress warm, bring your gloves and helmet (bike helmets are great!) and join the fun!
Where: Brandon Ice Sports ForumWhen: 11-11:45 amWho: Ages 5 and underHow: Just show upCost: $10 for parent/child pair---includes skate rental!For more info: http://www.theicesportsforum.com/
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Wednesday, May 23 - Free Play & Arts and Crafts
Meet other moms and dads with their little ones at free play Wednesdays!
Where: Brandon Family Support and Resource Center, 1277 Kingsway Rd. in BrandonWhen: 10:30 amWho: Play is for walkers to 4 years old, and arts and crafts for ages 2-4.How: Just show up to play, registration required for arts and crafts.Cost: FreeFor more info: 740-4634
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Wednesday, May 23 - Family Time
Join us for an evening of reading and entertainment for the entire family. Something different will be offered each week: stories, music, crafts, movies, games and other interactive activities. Stop in and be a part of the fun!
Where: Bloomingdale LibraryWhen: 6-8 pmWho: Families, kids, teensHow: Just show upCost: Free
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Wednesday, May 23 - Baby Time
Early literacy begins at birth. Bond with your baby through stories, bouncy rhymes and songs in this 20-minute lapsit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development.
Where: Bloomingdale LibraryWhen: 10:30Who: babies 0-18 months and caregiversHow: Just show up, seating limit 20 children plus caregiversCost: Free
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Wednesday, May 23 - Family Time at Bloomingdale Library
Join us for an evening of reading and entertainment for the entire family. Something different will be offered each week. This week we will have a Monopoly Tournament. Stop in and be a part of the fun!
Where: Bloomingdale LibraryWhen: 6-8 pmWho: Families, kids, teensHow: Just show upCost: Free
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May 17th through May 22nd
Thursday, May 17 - Teen Game Zone
Come hang out and play Ninetendo Wii, Playstation and fun board games.
Where: Seffner Mang oLibraryWhen: 4-5 pmWho: grades 6-12How: Just show upCost: Free
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Tuesday, May 22 - Teen Game Zone
Play popular Wii games like Rockband, Mario Smash Bros. and Madden. Showcase your musical talent or challenge your friends to some football!
Where: Bloomingdale LibraryWhen: 3:30 pmWho: TeensHow: Just show upCost: Free
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