Mom on the Go: Stuff to do with the kids this weekend

When it's not raining this weekend, the kid will be in a body of water or with her blades of grass between her toes.

Funtastic Fridays in Hollywood is on our to-do list. It's a free party just for kids.

Saturday is looking good for a Florida Marlins game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Salsa great Oscar D'Leon is performing a free concert after the last run.

Another good bet for your budding movie critic, is the Delray Beach Film Festival, which is showing five films for FREE. One of the showings is a collection of puppet shorts by the daughter of master puppeteer Jim Henson.

Here's a round-up of things to do with the kids this weekend:

BROWARD COUNTY

Free Math Trial Class: Weston. This hour-long class for ages 6 to 11 is an opportunity for parents to observe their children in a real classroom setting. Parents will see firsthand how their children perform, think and respond to new ideas. To register, call 954-791-2333 or visit www.imacs.org. 4 p.m. IMACS, 2585 Glades Circle, Weston.

Funtastic Fridays for Kids. Music, magic and more are in store for youngsters and their families. Every Friday from 5-9 p.m. Anniversary Park, 20th Avenue and Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood. 954-921-3016. Free.

PALM BEACH COUNTY

Pre-K Make and Take: World Turtle Day. Did you know that there are 25 types of turtles in Florida? Pre-k kids and their families will learn more about our shelled friends while making a paper turtle craft. Loggerhead Marinelife Center will be joining us with a special presentation. 6-9 p.m. Schoolhouse Children’s Museum, 129 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach. 561-742-6780. $2.50 fee per child in addition to admission; members receive 10 percent off.

Science Club: Airplanes. Make paper airplanes and watch them fly. Age 8 and older. Register. 3 p.m. Wellington Branch Library, 1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington. 561-790-6070.

The Commedia Cinderella. May 22-23. The players Arlequin, Columbine, Punchin and Rosetta will infuse new life and energy into the classic tale of Cinderella using the theater art form commedia dell’arte. The troupe’s players will thrill audiences from young to not-so-young with acrobatics, dance, music and quick wit. May 22 at 7 p.m. May 23 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sol Children Theatre, 3333 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. 561-447-8829 or www.solchildrentheatretroupe.org.

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

Greynolds Park: Creatures of the Night Hike. Come learn about the mysteries of the night and what lurks around the park when the lights go out. A naturalist will take you on a night hike through the park in search of its nocturnal residents. A walk through the park will follow a presentation. 7:30-9 p.m. Greynolds Park Boathouse, 17530 W. Dixie Highway, Miami. 305-948-2891. $6 per person.

Read on for Saturday and Sunday happenings.

Saturday, May 23

BROWARD COUNTY

Aquarium: Behind the Scenes. Learn about the inhabitants of the aquarium in the exhibit hall and observe them feeding. Every Saturday and Sunday. 2-3 p.m. Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park, 751 Sheridan St., Hollywood. 954-926-2480. $1 per person.

Family Day at Your Library: Welcome Brazilians. For parents, caregivers and students from the Brazilian community with informational workshops, a Brazilian Cultural performance, games, stories and crafts. Ages 5-11. Register. 1-4 p.m. North Regional/BCC Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek. 954-201-2626. Free.

Mommies in Motion Fitness Class. Fitness classes for mothers and their children. The classes involve interval training, cross training, light weights and cardiovascular training. Strollers and picnic tables will be used for strength training. Bring a towel and a water bottle. 9-10 a.m. T-Y Park, 3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood. 954-985-1980. $7 per person per class or $60 per person for 10 classes.

Pool party. Enjoy a day at the pool with poolside fun including games, water slides, bounce houses, DJ music, and more Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Food will be available for purchase. No coolers, please. The party is at the Pool and Tennis Center (11600 Stonebridge Parkway). Call 954-436-7300. It's free, but please bring a canned good for a local food pantry.

PALM BEACH COUNTY

Adventures in Marine Biology. This program is designed to provide a beginner’s look into the field of marine biology. Explore the diversity, threats, adaptations and biology of marine life with an emphasis on South Florida’s barrier islands. Ages 7-12. Reservations required. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton. 561-338-1582. Members, $6 per child; Nonmembers, $9 per child.

Barnyard Fun. Get ready to make your favorite animal sounds at this special farm-themed story time. All ages. Register. 10:30 a.m. West Boca Branch Library, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton. 561-470-1600.

Family Fun Program: Sea Turtle. Family Fun Programs are for those who want to explore and learn about Japanese culture through hands-on arts and crafts projects designed for the whole family. Families can create projects in an open workshop. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. 561-495-0233. Program is free with paid admission. Adults, $10; Seniors (65 and older), $9; Children and college students (6-17), $6, Children 5 and younger, free.

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

Greynolds Park Family Fishing Workshop. Enjoy learning the basics of fishing along the serene Oleta River. Encounter local fish while learning how to bait, cast and hook in the catch-and-release program, and hear fish lore stories and how to engage in stewardship practices. Age 9 and older. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Greynolds Park Boathouse, 17530 W. Dixie Highway, Miami. 305-948-2891. $15 per person.

Preschool Story Time. Stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. 1:30 p.m. Allapattah Branch Library, 1799 NW 35th St., Miami. 305-638-6086.

Super Saturday: Florida Marlins. Get your photo taken with Billy the Marlin. First 15,000 fans will receive a Marlin’s clapper. Special guest is salsa singer Oscar D’Leon. First pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays is at 7:10 p.m. Dolphin Stadium, 2267 Dan Marino Blvd., Miami. 305-626-7378. $12 and up.

Sunday, May 24

BROWARD COUNTY

River Ghost Tour. This tour includes a brief visit inside the Stranahan House and a boat ride on the New River while listening to authentic history and stories of some of the old colorful characters that once lived here and now occasionally come back to visit. Age 9 and older. Call for reservations. 7:30 p.m. Stranahan House, 335 SE Sixth Ave., Fort Lauderdale. 954-524-4736. $20 per person.

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

MCM Players in Performance. Whether it’s an adaptation of the Lorax by Dr. Seuss or Elmo’s crazy adventures, the MCM players will have you on your toes with a performance that is always different and never the same. 3:30 p.m. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. 305-373-5437, ext. 104. Free with paid admission. Adults and children, $15; Florida residents, $12; 1 and younger, free.

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