Published: July 27, 2023
Back to School Round-Up
Saturday, August 5
Check out this end-of-the-summer celebration with refreshments and children’s activities. Representatives from Sunrise schools will be on hand to answer questions about the 2023-2024 academic year. Free. 10am-1pm, Sunrise Civic Center, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, 954-747-4600 http://www.sunrisefl.gov
Gideon’s Back to School Bash
Saturday, August 5
Children in need can receive free backpacks, school supplies and haircuts, while enjoying a day of music and entertainment. Noon, Margate Sports Complex, 1695 Banks Rd., Margate, http://www.margatefl.com
DIY Pencil Holder
Saturday, August 5
Make your own pencil holder with materials provided by the library. Ages 6-12. 11am-noon, Coconut Grove Branch Library, 2875 McFarlane Rd., Miami, http://www.mdpls.org
School Day Jitters Storytime & Craft
Wednesday, August 9
Squash those first-day-of-school fears with fun-filled school-themed stories, songs and a craft. Pre-registration required. 11:30am-12:30pm, Edison Center Branch Library, 531 NW 62 St., Miami, http://www.mdpls.org
Back to School Family Storytime & Craft
Saturday, August 12
Spend the final days of summer vacation creating a craft together. Noon-1pm, Doral Branch Library, 8551 NW 53 St., Doral, http://www.mdpls.org
Nature POP! Back 2 School Weekend
Saturday-Sunday, August 12-13
Celebrate the start of school with a fun-filled weekend with music, live performances, kids’ activities, back to school giveaways and exploration of Sean Kenny’s sculptures made from more than 800,000 Lego bricks. 9:30am-5pm, Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Rd., Davie, http://www.flamingogardens.org
Back to School 5K/10K
Saturday, August 26
Kick off the start of school with a race to the finish line. Participants receive a t-shirt, finisher medal and signature bib. Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, 1100 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, http://www.runsignup.com