Fabulous Fridays Upcoming Events

Location: Flamingo Park Meeting Room, 12855 NW 8th Street, Sunrise
Ages:  4 – 17
Cost: $25.00 per participating child.
(This fee covers ALL supplies, table coverings, the A/C room rental, time and effort to purchase and arrange the supplies, as well as organizing the event. Please remember – craft supplies are EXPENSIVE.)

Our first Krafty Kids Day was so AMAZING that we decided to host the SEQUEL!
This time of year, it will take place INDOORS (with A/C) as late September can be rainy and humid!!!
Students will be able to rotate through:

1. Slime
2. Dream Catchers
3. Duct Tape Creations
4. Friendship Bracelets
5. Mosaic Masterpieces
6. Silly Sculptures
7. Black Scratch Art

We will provide supplies and directions – all ready for your kids to enjoy!
Just bring a bag so you can take home all of their creations!
Each child may spend AS MUCH time as they would like at the various stations – creating whatever they want – with the exception of SLIME, which they may go through only once!

FIVE parent volunteers are needed to help “run the tables” (Volunteers will receive ONE child’s participation for free in return!)

We ALSO need FIVE TEENAGE volunteers who might need SERVICE HOURS!!! Ideally, we would like to have ONE ADULT and ONE TEEN at each table!

Due to available space, we are limiting this event to a maximum of 30 children!

Deadline to Register:  September 20, 2023 (so I have enough time to purchase the supplies).

To register for this FABULOUS FRIDAY event, click here!

Tour and Art (Watercolor Painting) Activity

Location: Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, 3251 South Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33129
Ages: 6 – 14
Cost for Children: $15.00
Cost for Parents: $20.00 (yes, they charge – but it’s still a less expensive rate than regular admission)

Deadline to RSVP: September 25, 2023

Location:  Welleby Park, 11100 NW 44th St, Sunrise, FL 33351
Ages:  4 – 16!
Cost:  $30.00 per painter (includes all supplies!)
Time: 9:45 am – Noon(+)
We will gather and check in at 9:45 am; Leesi will begin promptly at 10:00. Stay after for park time and splash pad!
Deadline to RSVP:  October 6, 2023

Location: Vista View Park, 4001 SW 142 Ave, Davie – Shelter #4
Ages: ALL!
Cost: $20/child OR $35/family
Registration Deadline: October 10, 2023
Please be respectful of the deadline so I can order everything we need for the event! Thank you!

Location: Nob Hill Soccer Club. 10200 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, FL
Ages: All!
Cost: Donations are requested, with funds going towards making a building for SFLHRC a reality!

NOTE: There will be a FIXED number of seats. Register EARLY for EVERYONE that will be attending with you!

Details: Have your kiddos come out to meet a real Aerospace Engineer (also homeschooled!) who is currently working on the team that will launch and carry out the first commercial mission to Mars! Shayna will share with your kids a little bit about what she does, how she got involved and what your kids can do NOW to get involved in STEM!

Shayna’s Bio: Shayna Goldstein-Hume is a former homeschooling kiddo! She earned a full scholarship to University of Miami a well as a full fellowship to University of Colorado Boulder.

In October 2023, after finishing up graduate school, she joined Impulse Space as a Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) engineer, as part of a concentrated team tasked with designing their GNC subsystem, flight software, spacecraft operations, and mission profiles with rapid turn-around.

Shayna has a strong backgrounds in both systems engineering, mission design, and project management, with past specialized graduate-level research in Entry, Descent, and Landing (EDL) technologies and optimization for interplanetary missions.

Outside of work, she is involved with the global community of young professionals in space and familiar with the growing array of opportunities in the New Space industry.

Finally, Shayna is an international speaker on various STEM topics. And when her mother can convince her —- which isn’t difficult —-she gives presentations/talks to Eva and Jonathan’s students. Shayna LOVES giving back to the homeschooling community as that is where her roots were established.

I promise you this is something you do NOT want your kids to miss. Shayna is amazing with students. In fact, so good, that I constantly tell her that I need her on my staff as a teacher!

Location: Parking Lot at New Life Baptist Church, 2400 South Pine Island Drive, Davie
Times: Check-in & Setup: 2:00 – 2:30PM, Sale: 2:30 – 4:30PM, Cleanup: 4:30 – 5:00PM
Cost: $20.00 deposit per car, WHICH you WILL get back the day of the fair IF YOU SHOW UP (in cash). Why are we doing this? We want to make sure everyone shows up as there is a limit on the number of vehicles.

All vendor spots are sold out! With that said, please come out and support our homeschooling  Entrepreneurs.  The public is invited!!!!  Bring friends!  Bring family!  Shop for the holidays!  The kids worked hard at their crafts!  Support their efforts!

Description: Calling all crafters and entrepreneurs!  Come to our LIVE Etsy shop! Purchase holiday gifts for your parents, siblings, friends at our handcrafter’s fair! The concept is simple!
Your children create handcrafted items to sell.
They go shopping for materials. They create. They price. They sell!
Parents are absolutely allowed to guide and assist their children.
Everything will be HOMEMADE with love by our kiddos!
No food sales – only homemade items.

Suggested Ideas (but not limited to – be creative): Jewelry, greeting cards, bookmarks, quilts, doll clothing, candles, keychains, magnets, scarfs, bath bombs, cookie mix jars, headbands, painted points, seed bead bracelets, key fob keychains, Washi Tape Coasters, Edible Play Dough…. and so much more!

This is the PERFECT event to teach your child about “budgeting”, pricing items, shopping for sales to create items, speaking to customers and more!
Invite friends, family, other homeschoolers etc. to purchase holidays gifts from our young people! The success in this is up to YOU to promote (as well as SFLHRC!!). ENCOURAGE your children to buy sibling holiday gifts at the event!

Specifics:
Pull your vehicle into a parking space.
Open your trunk.
Set up a table and have your child become entrepreneurs!

PLEASE NOTE: We are limited at this event to a maximum of THIRTY (30) cars (for families selling their wares) per the church’s request!

Location: Vista View Park, 4001 SW 142nd Ave, Davie – Shelter 4
Date: Monday, December 4, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM – Noon (or longer)
Ages: ALL!
Cost: $20:00 per child / $35.00 per family

Come join us to learn about holidays celebrated around the world through seasonal crafts, contests, games, and fun!

Please feel free to bring a picnic lunch and stay! Vista View Park has a new Splash Pad and a great playground!

Registration Deadline: November 20, 2023

NOTE: THIS IS ON A MONDAY!

Please be respectful of the deadline so I can order everything we need for the event! Thank you!

NOTE: We need teens – ages 15 – 18 to assist running the events. Get your BRIGHT FUTURES volunteer hours here! Teen volunteers do not pay! Contact Eva at eva@sflhrc.com to register to volunteer!

Location:  North Lauderdale Library, 6901 Kimberly Blvd, North Lauderdale, FL 33068
Ages:  7 – 12
Cost:  $18 / child
Registration Deadline: November 17, 2023
Maximum Students: 20

Students will discover how chocolate and the Rain Forest are connected. Through hands-on activities students will learn about the origin of chocolate and the process of manufacturing chocolate today. Students are also able to sample chocolate and create their own molded chocolate!
NOTE: This event is LIMITED to TWENTY students. Please register early!

Location:  Sawgrass Nature Center, 3000 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs
Date/Time: January 5, 2024 – 9:45 am – noon
Ages:  5 – 18
Cost:  $15.00 per person (children AND adults)
Registration Deadline: December 15, 2023

Join us for a fabulous hands-on presentation using artifacts and live animals, which instill a message of stewardship and offers a unique experience to get up close with wildlife.

Students can expect to see and interact with reptiles, birds, snakes, alligators and other exotic animals.

Pet responsibility and what it means to be a pet owner will be integrated into the presentation. In addition to the hands-on presentation, there will be a 45-minute tour of the facility where students will see approximately 20 other animals in their natural habitats (viewing only).

NOTE: We must have a minimum of 20 participants (children and adults).

Maximum – 50 participants

Location:  4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach
Ages:  8 – 14 (grades 4 – 8)
Cost:  $20 (child AND adult – this is per Morikami Gardens management)
Maximum Students: 20 
Registration Deadline: December 20, 2023

10:00 am – 11:30 am – Full STEAM Ahead Tour of Japanese Gardens
Noon – 1:00 pm – Cultural Workshop: Kakejiku. 

Join us for a fabulous morning at Morikami Gardens in Delray Beach.

We will gather at 9:45 am to enter as a group.

First, we will participate in the FULL STEAM AHEAD tour of the Japanese Gardens. This is from 10 am – 11:30 am. This STEAM-based program encourages scientific and mathematical inquiry, exploration and teamwork as students learn about Japanese garden design.

Then, there will be a short break of 30 minutes where you can use the restroom, wander, relax, enjoy a refreshing drink.

At 12:00 pm, the students will come back together to participate in a Cultural Workshop creating a Kakejiku. Students will tap into your inner artist by designing your very own hanging scroll (Kakejiku) and then pair it with your own haiku poem. NOTE: Only students will participate in the creation of Kakejiku.

This is intended for grades 4 – 8. 

We can ONLY take 20 students for this experience.

Register early!

Location: Vista View Park, 4001 SW 142nd Avenue, Davie
Time: 9:45 AM – Noon (+)
Cost: $20.00 per child / $35.00 per family
Ages: 4 to 15
Registration Deadline: January 5, 2024

Description: Are you ready for COLOR WAR????!!!!

Join SFLHRC for a good old fashioned field day full of races, games, contests etc. Your children will be put (in advance) on a team. They will be assigned a color! They will need to wear a t-shirt of that color. Then, we gather for family friendly competitions!

May the best team win!

Please feel free to bring a picnic lunch and stay after to visit with friends. Vista View Park has a new Splash Pad and a great playground!

Planned events include:

• Potato Sack Races!   
• Suitcase Runs!   
• Spoon and Egg Race!  
• Three-legged Race!  
• Tug of War!
• Hula Hoop Contest!  
• Bean Bag Toss!  
• Wheelbarrow Race!   
• Sidewalk Chalk and Bubble Station!
• And the final event – a Water Balloon toss!

Please have kiddos dress in closed-toe shoes. 

Don’t forget the essentials: sunscreen, hats, bug spray, umbrellas, LOTS and LOTS of water, etc.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

NOTE: We need teens – ages 15 – 18 to assist running the events. Get your BRIGHT FUTURES volunteer hours here! Teen volunteers do not pay! Contact Eva at eva@sflhrc.com to register to volunteer!

Location: The Berry Farm, 13720 SW 216 Street, Miami, FL 33170
Time: 9:45 AM (gathering), 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Field Trip)
Ages: 2 – 99
Cost: $30 per person

This trip includes an educational tour and use of the farm’s amenities including: hayride, giant bounce floor, obstacle course, lumber playground, corn pit, photo ops, turf field, seasonal spaces and more! PLUS… your choice of lunch and milkshake in addition to a seasonal item (strawberries). Yes, parents must register!

Registration: https://omella.com/kw5tx

Details: Join SFLHRC for an amazing morning at Berry Farm.

The Berry Farm is a third-generation, family-owned and operated farm. The rapidly expanding agri-tourism destination offers visitors 30 acres of family-fun by, “bringing a piece of country to Miami.” The Berry Farm has something for everyone – from one to 101 years old, a memorable day awaits you. Students will discover the wonders of farming through hands-on activities, engaging presentations, and seasonal attractions.

Our time there includes a farmer-led presentation (time TBD by farmer), agriculture – themed tour, and use of amenities including: hayride, giant bounce floor, obstacle course, lumber playground, corn pit, photo ops, turf field, seasonal spaces and more!

Everyone registered (that wants lunch, which h is included) must pick from one of the following. When you register you MUST pick your lunch choice and milkshake choice.

Lunch:
– Hot dog
– Hamburger
– Chicken Tenders
– Grilled Cheese

Milkshakes:
– Vanilla
– Chocolate
– Strawberry

Notes: Please note that they do use peanut oil when they cook!
ADA Accessible!

Location: Flamingo Hall Meeting Room, 12855 NW 8th Street, Sunrise

Location: Vista View Park, 4001 SW 142nd Ave, Davie – Shelter 4
Time: 10:00 AM – Noon (or longer)
Ages: ALL!
Cost: $20:00 per child / $35.00 per family
Details: Join us in celebrating FRIENDSHIP!
Registration Deadline: January 15, 2024
Please be respectful of the deadline so I can order everything we need for the event! Thank you!

Crafts. Games. Scavenger Hunt. Friendship Bracelets. Snacks!

Plus… a little surprise! You won’t want to miss this!

Everyone should bring a “pal-entines decorated shoebox” to receive valentines. Everyone should bring 50 “pal-entines” to give to friends. The “pal-entines” can be store bought or made with love.

Event will be from 10 am – 12 pm. Please feel free to bring a picnic lunch and stay! Vista View Park has a new Splash Pad and a great playground!

If your child has a food allergy, please contact me upon registration at eva@sflhrc.com!

NOTE: We need teens – ages 15 – 18 to assist running the events. Get your BRIGHT FUTURES volunteer hours here! Teen volunteers do not pay! Contact Eva at eva@sflhrc.com to register to volunteer!

When: Friday, February 16, 2024
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Place: TBD – Broward County
Cost: $8.00 per person (Everyone eating ice cream! Parents and children)
Ages: ALL!!!
Registration Deadline: February 1, 2024

Join us for an afternoon of friendly competition with various strategy board games! We will bring the games! You bring the kids!

At around 2:30 pm, we will break out an ice cream sundae bar because EVERYTHING is better with ice cream!

NOTE: If your child is lactose intolerant or has a food allergy, please contact me upon registration at eva@sflhrc.com!

Please be respectful of the deadline so I can order everything we need for the event! Thank you!

When: Friday, February 23, 2024
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Place: Welleby Park
Cost: $6.00 per participant
Ages: ALL!!!
Registration Deadline: February 10, 2024

Join us for a morning of LEGOS!!!

This event was a blast last year — we have brought it back!

Students will form teams of four. Together, they will receive a challenge to create! Then, we will gather and share our creations! After that, we will have a FREE FORM Lego competition! See if you can come up with the most original creation!

Students should bring their own Legos! Yes, we will have some also as “spare parts”!

Bring a picnic lunch. Hang out! Welleby Park has a fabulous Splash Pad! Enjoy the afternoon with friends!

Ages:  7 – 12
Location:  TBD
Cost: $15.00

During this interactive and energetic program, you will become Global Ecologists, exploring your connection to the ocean and discover how we can each make a difference to protect the tiny creatures within it.

You will get a thrill as you apply the scientific method to create a model of an EDIBLE coral reef (YES, you can eat your coral reef), experiment to see the impact of pollution on the ecosystem and discover pollution solutions!

Once registered, there are no refunds, substitutions, or exchanges.

Details and registration will be available by November 1, 2023.

Location: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: TBD
Details: Let’s celebrate our uniquenesses! SFLHRC’s Heritage Day is a great opportunity for our community of homeschoolers to not only learn about their individual heritages and backgrounds, but to share and educate others through information, traditions, clothing, food and/or a poster.  All families will have a table to decorate, share information, etc., etc.

Additional information will be posted in mid-Fall 2023.

Location: Hortt Park – 1700 SW 14th Court, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
Cost:  $5.00 per child / Maximum of $10.00 per family

Details and registration will be available by January 1, 2024

Includes Trolley Tour of the park & a NEW PROGRAM – Signs of Seeds

Location: 24801 SW 187th Ave, Homestead
Ages:  3 – 11-year-olds
Cost:  $15.00 per person (both children and adults)

Details and registration will be available by January 1, 2024

Location: 900 North Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale
Ages: 8 – 13
Cost: $14.00 per person (child and adult)

Details and registration will be available by January 1, 2024

Location: TBD
Ages: TBD
Cost: TBD

Additional information will be posted in late 2023.