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A wonderland of more than 40 holiday trees, miniature village and train, Hanukkah displays, animated figures and more. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Call for hours. Free.

Festival features rides, games, a Kidz Korner, ice skating rink, silent auction, craft vendors, music and more. Proceeds benefit Voices for Children of Broward.

A fun-filled day of family activities including a 5K run/walk, mini sports clinics and more to benefit NBA Hall of Famer Alonzo Mourning’s local children’s charity. 8am 5K start.

Meet the inquisitive kids from Ms. Greer’s class in this fun-filled musical adventure. $14-$18.

Activate the imagination and explore the wonder of light through this multi-sensory exhibit that explores color, refraction, reflection and light-based optical illusions. Included with paid admission of $12/Broward resident.

Journey back in time as you explore this exhibit that includes life-size animatronic Triceratops, Raptors, Tyrannosaurus Rex and a giant Spinosaurus. Included with paid admission of $17.95/adult, $13.95/child.

Learn the secrets behind creating a popular video game, what it takes to build a roller coaster, and the art of DJ music and lights through interactive activities and themed areas at the museum.

This hit musical tells the story of America’s Founding Father, Alexander Hamilton. Recommended for ages 10 and up due to some strong language. $78-$498. Showtimes vary.

Local artists exhibit original works of art and sculpture inspired by the pink birds iconic to South Florida.

Make your own illustration using peaceful words, oil pastels and fabric inspired by Civil Rights artist Benny Andrews. Included with paid museum admission of $12/Broward resident.

A free day of fun that includes carnival games, food, health screenings, video gaming truck, virtual reality demonstrations, campus tours and more.

Led by artist and elementary art teacher Debi London, students will be introduced to portrait painting as seen in Afterglow. Together with their caretakers, kids six years and older learn will learn the fundamentals of portraiture. All materials provided and no prior experience is required. Children must be supervised.

The Department of Science and Wellness at Broward College is hosting an event to introduce the younger generation of minorities and girls to the STEM field. STEM is not readily accessible to many lower income areas and the College is planning a day to highlight the wonders of STEM careers. The goal is to let attendees to know that STEM education is not out of reach and that there is community support.

Broward County Library and the City of Pompano Beach present this free community event celebrating art and literature with chalk artists, canvas art, music, virtual reality demonstrations, interactive experiences, food trucks and more.

Enjoy 10 hours of FREE live chalk art, canvas art, music, virtual reality demonstrations, interactive experiences, food trucks, and fun for all ages!

Join us on Saturday, January 19 from noon to 10PM at the Pompano Beach Library & Cultural Center, 50 W Atlantic Boulevard, Pompano Beach, as this branch of Broward County Library celebrates its first anniversary! Go online to Broward County Library Reads at http://www.broward.org/Library/Pages/Read.aspx for the whole story!

Bring the kids for some old-fashioned fun at the library. Multiple chess sets available for public use. Ages 6 and up.

Bring a drum or percussion instrument to this guided drum circle. All levels welcome.