Brickell and Kb Moms » Tips & Articles http://www.brickellandkbmoms.com Just another WordPress site Mon, 03 Oct 2022 14:13:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.2.39 Have a preschool going to kinder or 1st Grade yet? You might have a few of these questions! http://www.brickellandkbmoms.com/2022/10/03/have-a-preschool-going-to-kinder-or-1st-grade-yet-you-might-have-a-few-of-these-questions/ http://www.brickellandkbmoms.com/2022/10/03/have-a-preschool-going-to-kinder-or-1st-grade-yet-you-might-have-a-few-of-these-questions/#comments Mon, 03 Oct 2022 14:07:00 +0000 http://www.brickellandkbmoms.com/?p=7111

school fair picHave a preschool going to kinder or 1st Grade yet? You might have a few of these questions

  1. What is the typical timeline for private school admissions? For example, outline a sample timetable of applications, interviews, decisions, etc

  2. What is the typical process admissions officers go through to evaluate applications?

  3. Transitioning from preschool into first grade: what tips could you give parents to make a smooth transition?

  4. What are common mistakes or assumptions parents and/or their children make when entering elementary school?

  5. How should parents go about determining the culture of a private school, and whether it would be a good fit for their children?

  6. How important are standardized test scores when admissions decisions are being made?

  7. What are the most important things parents need to have well represented about themselves when meeting with admissions officers?

  8. How does networking and having in-school connections affect one’s chances of admission?

These and so many other topics will be covered at our Session I as part of the Miami Annual Schools Fair & Conference. Sign up to attend!

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Father's Day Gift Guide 2019

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Miami is a wonderful place to be. Whether you live here or you are visiting there are plenty of activities to do with the family. Every year during summer we post our list of favorites. Whether you want to enjoy the sunshine outside, get away from the rain! or cool off indoors. Read on for a summer of events, festivals, crafts, music, games, movies, and more (we have a few repeats from last year, because they were awesome!) 

  • Head north and get a glimpse or experience the Aventura Slide Tower–  both a towering landmark and exhilarating slide at the entrance to Aventura Mall’s expansion wing this nearly 93-foot-tall spiral structure by Belgian artist Carsten Höller is generating a big buzz – go check it out!
  • Explore the local children’s museum– there is always a new fun exhibit for the little ones!
  • Go for ice-cream at the oh-so trendy ice cream spot inside 1-800-Lucky and try the famous fish or unicorn cones.
  • Get again artsy and experience hands-on activities for kids, free second Saturdays of the month at PAMM.
  • Get splashed on and enjoy marine animal encounters, exhibits and shows closer to the Miami action.
  • Enjoy nature at its best, environmental education, seagrass adventures, birdwatching, hammock hikeand more!
  • Hit the ice when the weather is too hot or too rainy at state of the art 12,885 square ft. ice skating rink in Miami!
  • Head North, a bit outside Miami to explore 40,000-square-feet of activitieswith an epic main attraction: a trampoline court with interlocking trampolines.
  • Experience two days of the king of tropical fruit at all mango international festival.
  • Enjoy a family day at Miami Design District,no worries if you miss it, still plenty of fun things to do and see at this wonderful paradise of shops, museums, coffee shops and restaurants any other day of the week.
  • Become a scientist and enjoy exhibits, planetarium and aquarium at the spectacular Frost Science anytime during the week.
  • If indoor is what you are looking for, there is a great addition to Miami’s indoor playgrounds – Fundimension– Walk a few blocks south from where most of the artsy action is in Wynwood and you’ll find a massive warehouse-turned-indoor-arcade with not just video games, but also laser tag, bumper cars and a 7-D theater.
  • Looking to expose your kids to wild animals? Everglades Alligator Farms’might be for you then. While there’s an alligator feeding show and a snake show, most of the attraction is watching employees at the farm bravely wrestle giant creatures for your entertainment. The facility also offers airboat rides for a different type of adrenaline rush.
  • Introduce your kids to some history and culture of the Miccosukee tribe at the Miccosukee Indian Village.Kids will learn and have fun browsing authentic crafts and patchwork, sampling the tribe’s cuisine and visiting the Indian Museum, which is packed with artifacts and exhibits.
  • Every kid loves Italian food (pizza or pasta are my kids favorites) so while dining out with kiddos during summer do not think it over. Check out 2 of our favorites, Casa Tua Cucinaand North Italia.
  • Go for a stroll, search for wildlife, and visit the lighthouse for a spectacular view at the KB Lighthouse-if your little one is over 42 inches tall anyway.
  • Fly a kite in best kite park in Miami – Haulover Beach Park.
  • Take a family bike ride on a kid-friendly biking trail.
  • Stroll through a local farmers market and enjoy fresh groceries and festive atmosphere, if you are lucky maybe some live music.
  • Head South to a Fresh Fruit Paradiseand grab the best milkshakes in Miami while kids pet their favorite farm animals.
  • Pack a lunch and take it to one of the best spots in Miamifor a picnic.
  • Hop on a vintage carouselat beautiful 2-mile beach.
  • Hit the beach, relax for an hour or so to later let the kids play for a while at a local park with shade  – one of my favorites, South Pointe Park!
  • Step back in time, become a mermaid at a cave-like grotto and cool off at best nature-based pool ever!
  • If you are looking for a quite yet entreating outing in the hidden gem of Palm Grove Historic District, then Ironside is your choice. A vibrant, mixed-use urban center with rainbow eucalyptus trees.
  • Let your kids go rock climbing, exploring art, taking cool pictures at hipster neighborhood Wynwood– while you are at it take a salty break.
  • Enjoy having hundreds of butterflies from all over the tropical world fluttering around you –  Learn and experience the world of a butterfly.
  • Head to South Beach, cool off and later let kids tumble over the astroturf mat on oval hump while you try to do some window shopping on our version of 5th Avenue in Miami Beach.
  • Let the kids become Tarzan at the jungle, experience feeding primates running loose while you walk through a series of tunnel cages.
  • Go bowling. and get some indoor time at the Shops at Sunset.
  • Be wowed at a fairy tale architecture and waterfront Italian Renaissance-style villa, take a quick tour of the interior and head to the labyrinth and maze gardens.
  • Experience life in old days Miami by exploring crafts, music and storytelling at History Miami, Family Fun days are on second Saturdays of the month and they are free.
  • Visit your local library for summer library program events: musical performances, puppet shows, book clubs, movies, workshops, etc.
  • Feed a giraffe at the largest tropical cage-free zoo in the Continental US, which boasts 2,00 animal.

Picture credit: Aventura Mall Blog (Leo Diaz)

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All Around Summer Camp

  • Miami Country Day School Summer Camp Programs: The oldest day camp in Miami is also one of the most comprehensive ones. Day Campers benefit from a variety of activities that encourage social interaction, self-discovery and fun. Day Camp activities support growth in learning through play, adventure, and the formation of lifelong skills and friendships. Combo camps also available. Ages: PK3 – 9th grade Dates:  June 10– August 2 Cost: Starting at $375 per week Contact: 305.779.7350
  • Camp Carrollton: @ Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart: Specialty programs for everyone. Children can choose from a wide variety of girls-only and co-ed camp experiences that vary in activities from performing arts, athletics, visual arts, creative design and science. Ages: PK3 – 12th graders Dates: June – August 2019 Cost: Varies according to program Contact: 305-446- 5673, ext. 2340.​
  • Falcon Summer Camp @ Palmer Trinity: offers a wide range of art, athletic, and academic activities, and experience focused on friendship, exploration, and enrichment. Additional camps are varied such as fishing camps, photography, robotics, mindfulness, etc. Dates: June 10 – August 2 Cost: $250/week for half day after April 16 Contact: 305.251.2230​

Adventure, Nature & Exploration​ 

  • Camp Guaikinima @ Virginia Historic Beach Park: This Camp is all about connecting with nature and others through engaging sport and social activities,  learning new talents, self-assurance and having fun in a healthy and safe environment. Designed to expose children to live challenging, competitive and healthy adventures plus Spanish immersion program. Activities include: Climbing wall, Kayak and Sports. Sleep away available. Ages: 5 – 10 years Cost: $345/week Dates: June 10– August 9  Contact: 954.907.1242

  • Summer Camp @ Sunrise School of Miami: Your child will enjoy a wholesome and nurturing experience of days filled with activities such as movement games, arts and crafts, imaginative play, handwork, storytelling, and nature-based play and activities all brought in the Waldorf tradition. Ages: 4-9 Dates: June 17 – June 28 Cost: $300/session Contact: 305.274.6562​

  • Summer by the Sea Marine Science Day Camp @ The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center: Campers will join the center’s lifeguard certified marine biologist for exciting, hands-on marine science explorations. Campers will experience a sea grass adventure, kayak and snorkel alongside the unique fossil reef, paddle board, dissect squid, make beautiful art projects, play fun science beach games.  Ages: 8-12 Cost: $395/week Dates: June 10 – August 1 Contact: 305.361.6767 ext. 119

  • Junior Naturalist Camp Programs @ Fairchild Tropical Botanic: Give your kids an exciting summer experience in one of the most beautiful places in Miami. Choose from environmental science and art themed weeks that will be sure to inspire you child to get outside and explore the world around them. Ages: 6-13 Dates: June 17 – July 26.  Cost: $185 m/$225 nm/week Contact: 305.667.1651

  • Camp La Llanada: Offers 100% Spanish Summer Camp Programs designed and directed by experienced and completely bilingual camp professionals. Promotes personal growth, leadership and teamwork through traditional camp activities and games & Miami Horse Country Dates: June 17- August 5 Cost: $360 first week/discounts apply if more than one week Contact: 305.390.0476​

  • Key Bees Camp: sport tournaments – races – scavenger hunts – capture the flag – beach activities – cooperation adventure games – archery- kayaks – ropes – arts & crafts. Dates: Starts June 10 Ages: 4-11 years Cost: $350/week Contact: 786.216.3085 

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Sports, Movement & Water​

  • Hurricane Aquatics @ UM: Each summer, Hurricane Aquatics hosts its popular Swim Camp. This celebrated day camp, based at UM’s Whitten University Center outdoor pool, provides instruction in the areas of swimming in a group setting, springboard diving, and stroke technique. Their staff includes energetic and knowledgeable coaches and instructors who are eager to share their passion for the sport of swimming. Ages: 7 – 12 years old Dates: June 3 – August 3 Cost: $295/week Contact: 305.284.4713

  • Ransom Everglades Summer Day Camp @ Ransom Everglades: Program provides opportunities to explore different sports and disciplines in a teamwork environment. Aquatics, Archery, Arts & Crafts Basketball, Canoeing, Drama, Karate, Sailing, Soccer, Tennis, Yoga. Ages: 4-12 Dates: June 17-July 26  Cost: $900/ 2-week Contact: 305.460.887​

  • Crandon Golf Academy:  Campers learn how to play golf and the fundamentals of the game. Cost:$250/half day week; $500/full days week Dates: June 5- August 25 Contact: 786.253.2548

  • Coconut Grove Sailing Club: Organized to give each camper opportunities for individual growth, learning new skills, making friends, developing teamwork and sailing how to sail safely. Ages: 6 to 17 years. Dates: June 10 – August 16 Cost: $600/ 2 week sessions Contact: 305.444.4571 X11

  • Miami Equestrian Center: Campers will have the opportunity to experience the joys of horsemanship, and the responsibilities of horse ownership. Campers will also have fun with mounted and unmounted games, arts and crafts, and plenty of water-balloon fights. Ages: 7 – 13 Dates: June 10 – August 16 Cost: $300/week Contact: 786.231.9902​

  • Specialized Camps @ VKOC: Choose between Kid’s MT Bike Camp, Kid’s Fishing Camp, Kid’s Snorkeling and Diving Camp. Dates: June 11 – August 24 Ages: 5 – 16 years Cost: Varies according to specialized camp Contact: 786.224.4777

​​Girls-Only Summer Camps​

  • Mini Carrollton Campers: @ Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart. Specialty programs for everyone. New this year, Girls and Boys! can choose according to interests: Art, Athletics, Coding, Dance, Drama, Engineering, Innovation, Music, Robotics, Wellness, and more.  Ages: PK3 – K Dates: June 24 – July 26 Cost:$390/ week Contact: 305.446.5663, ext. 2340​

Art & Design​​

  • Arts Education: Beaux Arts Camp @ the Lowe Art Museum: Campers explore various art techniques such as drawing, painting, sculpture, paper mache’, ceramics and much more. They will also be able to tour and get inspiration from the phenomenal first art Museum in South Florida. The Beaux Arts summer camps also help raise funds to support their unique children’s art education programs such as Hands On! which benefits Miami-Dade Title 1 schools, as well as other art programs. Ages: 5 – 12 years old Dates: June 10 – August 16 Cost: $450/ 2 week session Contact: 305.284.1672

  • Back to Basics Summer Camp: Fashion design and sewing. Girls explore Creative fashion designer activities,  and other activities such as yoga, zumba, and cooking. Ages: 6-14 years Dates: June 17 – August 9 Cost: varies with camp program. Contact: 305.989.1869 ​

Music

  • Let it Beat Academy! A fun music experience, your kid will learn introduction to music, instrument instruction (guitar, piano, vocals, drums, bass, and keyboards), performing ensemble, Broadway style dance class, recording studio experience. Their program is developed by Guillermo Vadala, a Grammy Award musician who has worked with Marc Anthony, Ricky Martin and more. Ages: 6 and up Dates: June 10 – June 21 Cost: Starting at $290 Contact: 786.483.8327

  • Frost Young Musicians’ Summer Camp @ UM Frost: Their talented and distinguished musical faculty provides group teaching, one-on-one coaching, master classes, informal jam sessions and fun camp concerts. Dates: June 10 – July 26 Cost: Varies by program Ages: Elementary – High school student Contact: 305.238.8937

  • Center Tone Summer Camp: Students will learn to put together a real rock/pop band.  Lessons on electric guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, voice, stage presence and recording. We have a grand finale show on the last day of camp. Dates: June – August Cost: $260/week Ages: 6 and up Contact: 305.361.7355

Preschool based Fun Camps​

  • Alexander Montessori Camp: Alexander Camp is truly a combination of indoor/outdoor balance. The camp program is  designed toward fostering a sense enjoyment and engagement in young campers. Through a variety of stimulating activities, each child is provided with the opportunity to discover teamwork and sportsmanship, a love of learning, and renewed self-confidence – all while having a blast! They alternate indoor and outdoor events and have fun, rain or shine, at their 8,000 sq. ft. air-conditioned gymnasium! Ages:  18 months to 12 years old Dates: June 17 -August 9 Cost: $215-$295/ week Contact:305.665.6274

  • Splish Splash Summer Fun & Swim Camp @ KBCC Day School: The camp is organized to not only be a lot of fun but to also include some educational and stimulating activities through computers and science.  The camp will have weekly themes and include activities such Gymnastics, Swim lessons, Yoga, Hip Hop, Bounce houses, water slides & play. Ages:  walking toddler – 7 yrs Dates: June 3 – August 9 Cost: $245/week Contact: 305.361.7501

  • Fantastic Voyage @ La Piazza Academy: This summer, young explorers will immerse in an interactive format through hands-on explorations and small-group projects in a beautiful and stimulating environment. Sports & Recreation, Drama, Artistic Expression, Music, Movement, and Experiences. Ages: 1 – 10 years Dates: June 10 – August 2 Contact: 305.443.0066

  • Jetsetters Summer Camp @ Brickell Heights Preschool: Campers will learn about specific countries, doing hands-on science experiments, in-house field trips, athletics and other fun activities. Ages: 4 – 12 years Dates: June 10 – August 16 Cost: $325/week Contact: 754.800,4724​

  • St. Thomas’ Summer Quest: Several incredible programs for every child’s enjoyment.  STEPS summer camp programs are staffed by qualified and experienced teachers whose reassuring attitudes encourage creativity and exploration. Ages: 3 through rising 5th grade. Dates: June 3 – June 28 Cost:($250 – $380 depending on focus) Contact: 305.665.4851​​

  • Planet Earth @ KLA Schools: Provides little ones  with the opportunity to discover and explore the world we live in through an array of experiences, activites include outdoor exploration, arts and culture, yoga, music, splash days, yoga, zumba, special visitors and more. Ages: 3 months – 5 years old Dates: June 18-July 26 Cost: Prices varies Contact: 305.397.1977

Budget Friendliest​

  • Splish Splash Summer Fun & Swim Camp @ KBCC Day School: The camp is organized to not only be a lot of fun but to also include some educational and stimulating activities through computers and science.  The camp will have weekly themes and include activities such Gymnastics, Swim lessons, Yoga, Hip Hop, Bounce houses, water slides & play. Ages:  walking toddler – 7 yrs Dates: June 3 – August 9 Cost: $245/week Contact: 305.361.7501

  • Fun Days By The Bay @ Immaculata-La Salle: This camp provides opportunities of fun and discovery for campers to learn and grow. Encouraged to participate in new activities through a diverse schedule and calendar of events, each day includes a refreshing swim, meals, faith-filled, recreational and athletic activities. Ages: PreK – 6th grade Dates: June 17 -July 12 Cost: $250 / week Contact: 305.854.2334, ext. 229

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Indoor/Outdoor Combined Fun

  • Alexander Montessori Camp: Alexander Camp is truly a combination of indoor/outdoor balance. The camp program is  designed toward fostering a sense enjoyment and engagement in young campers. Through a variety of stimulating activities, each child is provided with the opportunity to discover teamwork and sportsmanship, a love of learning, and renewed self-confidence – all while having a blast! They alternate indoor and outdoor events and have fun, rain or shine, at their 8,000 sq. ft. air-conditioned gymnasium! Ages:  18 months to 12 years old Dates: June 17 -August 9 Cost: $215-$295/ week Contact:305.665.6274

  • Revolt Summer Camp @ Grand Bay Club KB: Education & adventure! Together with G3 Tutoring, they offer workshops geared towards reinforcing physics, science, math, and arts & crafts skills (proven to raise grades in the following school year / no text-books). A licensed trainer will offer the sports program designed to improve mobility skills. Beachfront property on Key Biscayne, beach & pool access, recreational fun, field trips, water sports. Ages: 5 -13 years. Dates: June 17 – August 9 Cost: $450 per week Contact: 786.600.1706​​​

Academics

  • Camp Gulliver: Camp Gulliver is back and better than ever! Gulliver’s highly-acclaimed Summer programs return with exciting new offerings for every age and interest. From Athletics to Engineering, Broadway to Biomedical Detectives, Make, Create and Innovate, and even Jump Start for the littlest campers. Ages: PK3 – Grade 12 Dates: June 3 – June 28 Cost: $420 / per week Contact: 305.665.3593 ext. 3327

  • SIG @ University of Miami: Since 1984, the Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) has provided gifted and talented students, with superior programming on campuses across the country including Miami University. SIG offers traditional summer fun and challenging academics to provide an ideal experience to nurture the talents of gifted children. Age: 8 – 17 years Dates: July 14 – August 3 Cost: Varies Contact: 866.303.4744

  • DiscoverRE @ Ransom Everglades: Students attend a Math and English class in the morning and then join RE’s Summer Camp for the rest of the day. Other camps include Algebra I, Algebra II, Chemistry, and robotics. Dates: June 17 – July 26 Cost: $900/ 2 weeks Ages: Rising 6th Grade Contact: 305-460-8802

  • Academic SuperCamp @ Carrolton: This program is ideal for those children and parents who want to bridge the summer learning gap! At SuperCamp, the curriculum is about making learning fun and engaging. This half day session provides an opportunity for students to advance their Math or Creative Writing Skills. Dates: July 8 – July 19 Ages: Rising 1st through 3rd Grade Cost:$240/week Contact: 305.446.5673, Ext. 2340

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​Museum Fun

  • MCM Explorers @ Miami Children’s Museum: This Summer, MCM is kick-starting camper’s creativity with hands-on learning and experiences. Each week campers will grab their tools, tinker, explore, imagine and create something extraordinary with simple everyday objects. Campers will also enjoy a weekly theatrical performances by their in house theater troupe, participate in outdoor recreational games and activities, work in their tinker lab, cool down mid-week with water slides, and attend field trips to various local attractions. Cost: $198 members/$220 non-members. Dates: June 10 – August 23 Cost: $198 per week for members / $220 per week non members Contact: 305.668.0605​

  • City Trekker Summer Camp @ Coral Gables Museum: This camp explores the City of Coral Gables through a variety of disciplines and takes advantage of the many cultural destinations and activities that The City Beautiful and the Museum have to offer. Dates: June 7 – August 16 Ages: 5-12 years Cost: $450 members/session $500 non-members/session

  • Frost Science Summer Camp: Campers explore the wonders of science through nine different week-long camps themed around the amazing science showcased at Frost Science including engineering, astronomy, marine biology and tech. Fly a drone over South Florida’s unique ecosystems, dissect a squid, create a comet and learn how to make a human lie detector test. Dates: June 17 – July 26 Cost: varies per age Ages: K – Grade 8. Contact: 305.434.9564

En Español

  • ​Camp La Llanada: 100% Spanish Day Camp and Sleepaway Camp Programs, designed and directed by experienced and completely bilingual camp professionals. Promotes personal growth, leadership and teamwork through awesome camp activities and competitive games in direct contact with nature. Day Camps: Miami Horse Country [10 minutes from South Miami] & Southwest Ranches [5 minutes from Weston]. Sleepaway Camp: Lake Wales, FL [1 hr from Orlando] Ages: Day Camp: 4 to 10 y/o &  Sleepaway Camp: 7 to 16 y/o Dates: June 16 – August 10 Cost: Day Camp: Starts at $360/week       Sleepaway Camp: Starts at $1,198/week Contact: 305.390.0476

  • Guaikinima Camp @ Virginia Historic Beach Park: Designed to expose children to live challenging, competitive and healthy adventures plus Spanish immersion program. Activities include: Climbing wall, Kayak and Sports. Sleep away available. Ages: 5 – 10 years Cost: $345/week Dates: June 10– August 9  Contact: 954.907.1242

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Science, Education & Fun

  • Frost Science Summer Camp: Camps at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science in Downtown Miami provide an unforgettable experience for children and pre-teens to dive deeper into the science of the museum. Campers explore the wonders of science including engineering, astronomy, marine biology, and tech. Campers also get a chance to dive into ocean exploration, tackle engineering challenges, investigate the world of the microscopic, explore the cosmos, and simulate their own volcanic eruption during this unforgettable summer of science. Ages: Grades K – Grade 8 Dates: June 17 – August 9 Cost: $295 – $400 /week Contact: 305.434.9564

  • STEM Adventures @ Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart: The Carrollton Maker Camp program will empower young participants to explore previous technologies and designs in the pursuit of understanding how and why the products were developed. Ages: Rising 1st – 3rd grade Dates: June 24- July 19 Cost: $240 per week Contact: 305.446.5673 ext 2340

  • Engineering Camp @ Gulliver: The Engineering Studio includes classes in Robotics and Coding, Designing for 3D Printing, Biomedical Detectives, an All Girls Engineering class, and the newest additions, Rocketry and Virtual Reality. Ages: Grades 3 – 8 years Dates: June 3 – June 28 Cost: $500/week Contact: 305.665.3593 ext. 3327

  • Summer Hackers Camp: Summer Hackers is a two-week immersive summer camp featuring hands-on activities focused on introducing future creators to emerging technology. Students will be introduced to and will develop fundamental skills for creating and thinking about cutting-edge technology with the latest digital tools available. Ages: 7-14 years Dates: June 10- August 16 Cost: $600/session

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Performance, Dance & Movement

  • ​Camp Broadway @ Arsht Center: Does your child love to perform? They can learn from Broadway’s best! Camp Broadway enables theater-loving kids, ages 10-17, to develop their confidence, character and presentation skills through lessons in dance, acting, singing and ensemble performance! This 5-day program is open to all children, regardless of previous performing experience. Students will be immersed in an authentic Broadway process through a wide array of classes, workshops and experiences. The program will culminate in a special finale musical performance on the Arsht Center Stage! Ages: 10-17 years Dates: August 5 – 9 Cost: $575 Contact: 786.468.2299

  • Summer Circus Camp @ Les Ailes du Desir: Teaching kids and teens a wide range aerial arts and ground activities. Focusing in developing creativity in a fun and safe environment. Dates: June 10 – August 2 Cost: $350/session Contact: 786.449.6089

  • Summer Theatre Academy @ UM:  Six-week day camp for students looking to develop an appreciation for the performing arts through theatre games and acting exercises led by trained, caring staff. Ages: Grades 1-10 in the fall. Dates: June 10 – July 19 Contact: 305. 284.4474

  • Art & Rollerblading Summer Camp: A little bit of everything, art, rollerblading, science, water, fun. Ages: 5 to 9 year olds. Dates: June 10 – June 28 Cost: $220/week Contact: 786.306.3017 

  • Coconut Grove Ballet Intensive: The program allows children to explore various types of dance forms such as ballet, tap, hip hop, jazz, acrobatics and flamenco. Dates: July 8 – August 2 Contact: 305.448.0336​

Parks & Recreation/Community Centers​

  • Zoo Camps @ Zoo Miami – Combining education with entertainment kids learn about animals, environmental conservation and wildlife. Activities include animal encounters, interactions with zookeepers and playtime. Ages: 4-12 Dates: June 10 -August 16 Cost: $225/week Contact: 305.255.5551 

  • YMCA Miami Camps: Summer Camp at the Y offers a variety of adventures from sports, to science, art, aquatics and fitness and camps in South Florida’s natural habitats where campers will go kayaking exploring marine life and more. Dates: varies with location Cost: Tuition varies with session​

  • Miami Dade Parks Summer Camp: Offers a wide range of outdoor camps to kids at park locations throughout the county. Camps include programs for general activities, swimming, sports, environmental and children with disabilities. Dates: June 10 – August 9 Contact: 786.315.5410

Therapeutic Summer Camp

  • ​I.P.L.C. Miami Summer Program: .P.L.C. Miami Summer Program is not just another summer camp. It is an enrichment program ran by highly qualified therapists which incorporates various therapeutic methods to provide children with individual intervention, small groups, social groups, sensory play, feeding intervention, yoga, music therapy, play therapy, self-regulation skills, school readiness, and more!
    Ages: 18 months – 7 years old Dates: June 10 – August 16 Cost $500/ week Contact: 786.622.2353

  • My Time Pediatric: Inclusive groups promoting sensory motor skills, attention, regulation, feeding, language skills. Ages: 3-8 years old Dates: June 11 – June 22 Cost: $400/week Contact: 305.632.3359

 Sleep Away Summer Camp

  • ​Camp La Llanada: Offers 100% Spanish Summer Camp Programs designed and directed by experienced and completely bilingual camp professionals. Promotes personal growth, leadership and teamwork through traditional camp activities and games & Miami Horse Country Dates: June 17- August 5 Cost: $360 first week/discounts apply if more than one week Contact: 305.390.0476​

  • Guaikinima Camp @ Virginia Historic Beach Park: Designed to expose children to live challenging, competitive and healthy adventures plus Spanish immersion program. Activities include: Climbing wall, Kayak and Sports. Sleep away available. Ages: 5 – 10 years Cost: $345/week Dates: June 10– August 9  Contact: 954.907.1242

  • Robin Hood Camp: All campers enjoy 100% freedom of choice of activities from over 35 sports and activity possibilities. Campers are empowered to create their own direction without pressure. Located in Brooksville, Maine Dates: June 23 – August 11 Ages: 14-16 years Cost: $11,800/ 7 weeks Contact: 207.359.8313​

  • KenMont Kenwood: Brother/Sister camp set in the Berkshire Mountains. Well-rounded program in sports, creative arts, and adventures. Ages: 8-15 years. Dates: June 26 – August 18 Cost: $7,300/First Session $6,500/Second Session Contact: 845.262.1090

  • Blue Star Camps: Blue Star offers six developmentally suited camp programs for boys and girls.
    Each camp has its own leadership and counseling staff, as well as an individual schedule of activities specially tailored to the interests and abilities of the campers. Jewish Camp. Contact: 828.692.3591

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Songs and tradition say that the Holiday season is the happiest time of the year. To us -moms-, sometimes things get pretty hectic, and might have to disagree with that affirmation. So, if you have decided to take it easy and not travel anywhere or are coming to Miami to spend this time of the year- here is our awaited and curated list of great things you can do with your kids (some without) – festive and non-festive related. Let’s try to make it the happiest time regardless so – Take a deep breath and enjoy!

  • 1-❄️ Celebrate the winter traditions of the families that lived and worked in Miami a 100 years ago and enjoy a Holiday Evening at Vizcaya Village. The main house decorated for the holidays is a must-see!
  • 2-🚂On Thursday, December 6th Join Mercy for their Spectacular Tree Lighting and enjoy train rides, free hot chocolate & churros, photos with Santa, and special performances.
  • 3- Talk to trees, find the missing fairy sisters, walk through an illuminated maze, do a scavenger hunt, and lose yourself in the moment at the enchanted Fairchild NightGarden!
  • 4- Check out the coolest family day this winter at ICA in Miami Design District
  • 5-  Experience a classic tale of Christmas in a whole new way, get tickets to The Mandelstam’s The Mouse King – a magical performance that brings and imaginative twist on the Nutcracker to life.
  • 6- Be witness to a sand tree unique to a Miami Holiday experience and enjoy 12 days of Christmas at traditional Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne.
  • 7- Catch a movie at Family Day on Aragon, every second Saturday and Sunday hosted by the Coral Gables Museum, Books & Books and the Coral Gables Art Cinema.
  • 8-🌈Start art baseling and enjoy leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa right here in Miami showing work from the masters of Modern and contemporary art, as well the new generation of emerging stars.
  • 9- Let your kids spend a night at the museum or simply explore the museum during the day – Frost Museum (yeah! they do have a winter program for kids)
  • 10-🍵Have the afternoon tea experience at the Biltmore’s magnificent lobby alongside live harp music. During the holiday season guests can expect themed pastries.
  • 11- Listen to Christmas carols and festive holiday songs from around the world performed by the renowned New World Symphony.
  • 12-  Enjoy the Miami City Ballet perform the Nutcracker at the Adrienne Arsht Center.
  • 13-  🎄Start holiday shopping at some of the many community Bazaars! December 2nd 
- St Agnes and St. Hughs, December 8th – St. Christopher by-the-Sea.
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14- 🎁Bundle up and enjoy a traditional festival of trees at Charles Deering’s waterfront home, join during the annual lighting festival, featuring hot chocolate, holiday music and a letter drop-off for Santa.
  • 15- Get your winter clothes and go ice skating in Miami Beach – for those of you asking, the downtown Intercontinental ice-skating rink is not opening this year!
  • 16- Watch “How the Grinch stole Christmas” while floating around in a tube in the Oleta River.
  • 17-🚂Hop on the Brightline in Ft. Lauderdale to ride the Polar Express while drinking some hot chocolate!
  • 18- Ring in the holidays at the Miami Children’s Museum as they celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Years!
  • 19- Schedule a date time and on Friday or Saturday and indulge in a delectable multi-course dinner served in the opulent Faena Theater before feasting your eyes on Samsara Cabaret. A not to be missed show that tells the transformative journey of Artemis, a being made of stardust, as she confronts the light and dark energy that surrounds her through song, dance, acrobatics, optical illusions.
  • 20- 🍓Go strawberry picking and try a fresh cinnamon roll at the famous Knaus Berry Farm.
  • 21-🍾Find a babysitter, get dressed up, and grab a drink at one of our favorite rooftop bars Sugar or stop by at holiday bar pop-up in Wynwood Gramps Bar.

 

 

 

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Miami is a wonderful place to be. Whether you live here or you are visiting there are plenty of activities to do with the family. Every year during summer we post our list of favorites. Whether you want to enjoy the sunshine outside, get away from the rain! or cool off indoors. Read on for a summer of events, festivals, crafts, music, games, movies, and more (we have a few repeats from last year, because they were awesome!)

  • On National Ice Cream Day, July 15th take a trolley tour and stop for ice-cream at a one of our new European favorite gelaterias.  Or take advantage of  Freddo’s  40% off purchases right in the heart of Brickell.
  • Experience two days of the king of tropical fruit this coming weekend at all mango international festival.
  • Enjoy a family day at Miami Design District Sunday July 15, no worries if you miss it, still plenty of fun things to do and see at this wonderful paradise of shops, museums, coffee shops and restaurants paradise any other day of the week.
  • Become a scientist and enjoy exhibits, planetarium and aquarium at the spectacular Frost Science anytime during the week.
  • If indoor is what you are looking for, there is a great addition to Miami’s indoor playgrounds – Walk a few blocks south from where most of the artsy action is in Wynwood and you’ll find a massive warehouse-turned-indoor-arcade with not just video games, but also laser tag, bumper cars and a 7-D theater.
  • Looking to expose your kids to wild animals? Everglades Alligator Farms’might be for you then. While there’s an alligator feeding show and a snake show, most of the attraction is watching employees at the farm bravely wrestle giant creatures for your entertainment. The facility also offers airboat rides for a different type of adrenaline rush.
  • Introduce your kids to some history and culture of the Miccosukee tribe at the Miccosukee Indian Village. Kids will learn and have fun browsing authentic crafts and patchwork, sampling the tribe’s cuisine and visiting the Indian Museum, which is packed with artifacts and exhibits.
  • Every kid loves Italian food (pizza or pasta are my kids favorites) so while dining out with kiddos during summer do not think it over While it seems that a bit of Italy has moved to Brickell, we recommend a new addition to the Wynwood area – Sette Osteria (2103 NW 2nd Avenue).
  • Go for a stroll, search for wildlife, and visit the lighthouse for a spectacular view at the KB Lighthouse-if your little one is over 42 inches tall anyway.

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  • Fly a kite in best kite park in Miami – Haulover Beach Park.
  •  Take a family bike ride on a kid-friendly biking trail.
  •  Stroll through a local farmers market and enjoy fresh groceries and festive atmosphere, if you are lucky maybe some live music.
  • Head South to a Fresh Fruit Paradiseand grab the best milkshakes in Miami while kids pet their favorite farm animals.
  • Pack a lunch and take it to one of the best spots in Miamifor a picnic.
  • Hop on a vintage carouselat beautiful 2-mile beach.
  • Hit the beach, relax for an hour or so to later let the kids play for a while at a local park with shade  – one of my favorites, South Pointe Park!
  • Step back in time, become a mermaid at a cave-like grotto and cool off at best nature-based pool ever!
  • If you are looking for a quite yet entreating outing in the hidden gem of Palm Grove Historic District, then Ironside is your choice. A vibrant, mixed-use urban center with rainbow eucalyptus trees.
  • Let your kids go rock climbing, exploring art, taking cool pictures at hipster neighborhood Wynwood– while you are at it take a salty break.
  • Enjoy having hundreds of butterflies from all over the tropical world fluttering around you –  Learn and experience the world of a butterfly.
  • Head to South Beach, cool off and later let kids tumble over the astroturf mat on oval hump while you try to do some window shopping on our version of 5th Avenue in Miami Beach.
  • Let the kids become Tarzan at the jungle, experience feeding primates running loose while you walk through a series of tunnel cages.
  • Go bowling. and get some indoor time at the Shops at Sunset.
  • Be wowed at a fairy tale architecture and waterfront Italian Renaissance-style villa, take a quick tour of the interior and head to the labyrinth and maze gardens.
  • Experience life in old days Miami by exploring crafts, music and storytelling at History Miami, Family Fun days are on second Saturdays of the month and they are free.
  • Visit your local library for summer library programevents: musical performances, puppet shows, book clubs, movies, workshops, etc.
  • Feed a giraffe at the largest tropical cage-free zooin the Continental US, which boasts 2,00 animal.
  • Explore the local children’s museum– free third Friday of every month thanks to Target!
  • Stop by for story-time at cute clothing stores in Miami either Tuesdayor Wednesday.
  • Get again artsy and experience hands-on activities for kids, free second Saturdays of the month at PAMM.
  • Get splashed on and enjoy marine animal encounters, exhibits and shows closer to the Miami action.
  • Enjoy nature at its best, environmental education, seagrass adventures, birdwatching, hammock hikeand more!
  • Hit the ice when the weather is too hot or too rainy at state of the art 12,885 square ft. ice skating rink in Miami!
  • Grab a bite, listen to live musing or do some shopping while looking above and checking out the colorful umbrella installations at Giralda Plaza.

 

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Songs and tradition say that the Holiday season is the happiest time of the year. To us -moms-, sometimes things get pretty hectic, and might have to disagree with that affirmation. So, if you have decided to take it easy and not travel anywhere or are coming to Miami to spend this time of the year- here are a few great things you can do with your kids – festive and non-festive related. Let’s try to make it the happiest time regardless so – Take a deep breath and enjoy!

1- ❄️Celebrate the winter traditions of the families that lived and worked in Miami a 100 years ago and enjoy a Holiday Evening at Vizcaya Village. The main house decorated for the holidays is a must-see!

2- 🚂 On Thursday, December 7th get on board the Mercy Express and enjoy train rides, free hot chocolate & churros, photos with Santa, and special performances.

3- Check out the coolest and newest ICA in Miami Design District

4- 🍾 Get invited to an exclusive red party with your kids, enjoy storytelling, some treats and shop it up at Brickell City Center.

5- 🍪 Join as for our traditional cookie decorating and real community holiday party at Brickell Park.

6- Be witness to a sand tree unique to a Miami Holiday experience and enjoy 12 days of Christmas at traditional Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne.

7- Catch a movie at Family Day on Aragon, every second Saturday and Sunday hosted by the Coral Gables Museum, Books & Books and the Coral Gables Art Cinema.

8- 🌈 Start art baseling and enjoy leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa right here in Miami showing work from the masters of Modern and contemporary art, as well the new generation of emerging stars.

9- Learn and join a Hanukkah celebration through music and dance at Gordon School (December 15@9a.m.)

10- Any day throughout December, check out Miami’s newest science museum, the Frost Museum (yeah! they do have a winter program for kids)

11- 🍵 Have the afternoon tea experience at the Biltmore’s magnificent lobby alongside live harp music. During the holiday season guests can expect themed pastries.

12- Listen to Christmas carols and festive holiday songs from around the world performed by the renowned New World Symphony.

13- Check out the Miami City Ballet which for 27 holiday seasons, has been producing an identical version of the Balanchine/Tchaikovsky fairy tale at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts.

14- On December 21, do some Christmas caroling and sing your favorite holiday tunes up and down Lincoln Road. The festive event kicks off at Segafredo to the National Hotel.

15- 🎄Bundle up and enjoy a traditional festival of trees at Charles Deering’s waterfront home, join during the annual lighting festival, featuring hot chocolate, holiday music and a letter drop-off for Santa.

16- ⛸Get your winter clothes and go ice skating in Miami Beach   – for those of you asking, the downtown Intercontinental ice-skating rink is not opening this year!

17- 🎅 Meet Santa Clause at Merrick Park’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Bring an unwrapped gift to donate to Nicklaus Children’s Hospital.

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Veamos por donde veamos la superheroína esta por todos lados. Hace unos dias lei un articulo muy interesante sobre criar a nuestras hijas como superheroínas y no como princesas. La verdad que el artículo esta bueno y lo recomiendo pero creo que le falta algo muy importante.

Si comparto que ambos, papá y mamá somos los principales responsables de cambiar el rol de la mujer en nuestra sociedad. Y el artículo lo menciona y da pautas para saber como poder hacerlo. Es ahí donde en mi opinión falta por agregar- cada uno sabrá mejor de qué forma hacerlo- siempre y cuando tenga claro que la clave es el ejemplo. Como adultos sabemos bien que los niños modelan lo que hacemos-  lo que aprenden es lo que ven, viven y asimilan diariamente.

Como mamás tenemos una tarea inmensa en reflexionar como actuamos diariamente no sólo con los hijos y con el marido sino en general en nuestra vida cotidiana. Y no me malinterpreten, no tiene nada que ver con el trabajo. Puede que trabajes fuera de tu casa y que des ejemplo de madre trabajadora – a la par del papá – pero no necesariamente implica que sea eso lo que te da igualdad de posibilidades ante el hombre. Me refiero al ejemplo como ser humano integro.  El ejemplo de madre, y padre como seres humanos conscientes de las posibilidades de todos, de empatia con el vecino, con la maestra, con el mesero, con la comunidad en general- sin importar si son hombres o mujeres. El ejemplo de mamá o papá que ayuda a llorar y hablar de emociones cuando algo a uno le molesta pero que también saca fuerzas de donde puede para hacer frente a una situación dificil. El ejemplo de querese y darse  tiempo para mimarse, relajarse o simplemente descansar cuando el cuerpo y las emociones lo piden. El ejemplo de cuidar su cuerpo y su espíritu. El ejemplo de no maltratarse cuando algo no ha salido bien y saber que con ánimo, esfuerzo y apoyo todo va a estar mejor mañana. El ejemplo como padres sin importar si tus hijos son mujeres o varones.

Si, es verdad también que los tiempos han cambiado y ya no se cría a las niñas pensando que son frágiles, perfectas y/o débiles. Quizás estemos en el camino a lograrlo pero va más allá de eso. Es importante, que todos como familia seamos más conscientes de fomentar actitudes, y actividades que estimulen la fortaleza, la valentía, la fragilidad y la debilidad al mismo tiempo tanto para niños como para niñas. Y aquí me gustaría tomar una pausa, eso es tan importante para niñas como para niños. Por que estamos formando a ambos para tener oportunidades iguales de ser felices. No para entrar en conflicto los unos con los otros.

Quizás no deberíamos enfocar en criar niñas superheroínas, sino más bien pensar en nosotros como padres -súper humanos y mostrarles cómo lograrlo. Cuando decimos que el amor es la clave para formar hijas mujeres, debemos decir lo mismo para formar niños varones. El amor  es la clave para formar seres humanos empáticos, amorosos, civilizados, que crean y hagan un mundo mejor día a día sin importar si son mujeres o varones. Como padres, seamos conscientes de nuestra tarea inmensa en criar niños que tengan esa capacidad de ponerse en el lugar del otro – porque si lo hacemos las mismas posibilidades de ser felices estarán presentes para todos.

 

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Summer is almost over, already? If you read any mom related media everyone is talking about back to school. Well there are exactly three weeks left before school starts for most of us in Miami. I do not know how you feel about that, but personally I am not extremely excited. It is back to scheduling, homework, projects and school meetings among other duties. Here is a list of a few things I am planning on doing with my kids before school is back. Because there is still time to enjoy!

As you will read, my list has nothing to do with typical back to school checklists such as stocking up on healthy snacks, buying School supplies or arranging car pools among other important to-dos.

No! I am talking about those fun things you should do before the end of summer is over! Because your kids are little only once in your lifetime! Please share with me if you have any additions to my list!

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  • 1- Enjoy no scheduled activities for a day, sleep in, have late breakfast, watch cartoons in the morning and go for a family outing with no clear destination.
  • 2- Climb a tree…just because.
  • 3- Enjoy a day at the beach with no extra bags – simply swimwear, sun protection (swimming diapers and milk if you have a baby). If you all get hungry,  head over to a local diner for lunch (my new favorite lolo’s cantina in Miami Beach) – who cares if you look salty and sandy – you are a tourist anyway for the day!
  • 4- Finish my summer reading and encourage my kids to do so as well.
  • 5- Spend an afternoon volunteering at a local hospital (works the same for animal shelter, nursing home or beach cleaning)
  • 6- Have a water balloon fight.
  • 7- Invite friends over and make a slime party (do not forget food coloring!
  • 8- Go on a butterfly walk and enjoy local wildlife.
  • 9- Take a family bike ride on a kid-friendly biking trail.
  • 10- Make it a late Movie night in the middle of the week. Visit Brickell City Center and splurge on a popcorn included VIP seating.
  • 11- Head to Fresh Fruit Paradise and grab the best milkshakes in Miami while kids pet their favorite farm animals. (yes, cheating – Still pending from my things to do with the kids this summer) 
  • 12- Hop on a vintage carousel at beautiful 2-mile beach.
  • 13- Make a living room camping night on a Tuesday night.
  • 14- Let your kids go rock climbing, exploring art, taking cool pictures at hipster neighborhood Wynwood.
  • 15- Hit the ice when the weather is too hot or too rainy  at state of the art 12,885 square ft. ice skating rink in Miami!
  • This is just for us: binge watch on my favorite Netflix series on a Monday night.

 

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Why is the following gelato option list great for any kid and mom? Because it is summer and who does not want gelato when it is so hot? Also, I have thought of all the gelato stores you can go as a family outing – get ice-cream and do a “paseito” at the same time – either take a nice walk, do window shopping, play and run around or visit a local neighborhood.

  • Freddo: artisanal gelato made according to the Argentine tradition, best dulce de leche and zabaione  in the world! Indoor and outdorr seating as well as kids table available. They deliver and also have a store in Downtown Doral! – 1102 S Miami Ave, Brickell. 

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  • Yogurberry Merrick Park –  frozen yogurt chain my kids love- it is great yogurt, nice service and best location. Take a break while you check stores out in Merrick Park. You can seat out and kids can eat frozen yogurt while they play with the outdoor fontanas in the main plaza of the mall.  320 San Lorenzo Ave, Coral Gables.
  • Bertoni – artisanal Gelato and more, I personally like their café con leche. Delivery available. Nice Brickell location, overlooking the Bay  but the Key Biscayne location is also cute. 1300 Brickell Bay Dr., Brickell.
  • Häagen-Dazs® Ice Cream‎ – the only dessert option within Brickell City Center, ice-cream is as good as any haagen-dazs – my only concern is that if you go with kids which you will most certainly will – you better be ready to eat your gelato standing up. There is no seating available, maybe a matter of time? .Brickell City Center – 701 S Miami Ave, Brickell.

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  • Yogen Fruz – Key Biscayne laid back local frozen yogurt loved by key rats.  328 Crandon Blvd Suite #109, Key Biscayne.
  • Bianco Gelato –  Serving up organic, freshly made gelato in the heart of Coconut Grove, it really has unique flavor combos and healthiest options. A few weeks ago I was on a detox and was able to get free-sugar ice-cream which was pretty good! 3137 Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove.
  • Gelateria 4D – one of the Ice Cream Shops on Lincoln Road – it offers several flavors plus other cold treats such as shakes & banana splits – Great option if you head to the beach to cool off and later plan for ice-cream.  670 Lincoln Rd Mall, Miami Beach.
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