Kids at the Movies this Week

fantasticmr.foxThe Summer Kid Series at Frank Theatres in Delray Marketplace is playing The Fantastic Mr. Fox (PG) on July 15th and 17th at 10 a.m. Tickets are $1 per person.
The Summer Movie Clubhouse at Cinemark is showing Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 (PG) on July 15th through the 17th at 10 a.m. The movie is $1 per person. Click here for a snack pack coupon.
cloudywithachanceofmeatballsNew movies playing in theaters this week include: How to Train Your Dragon 2 (PG), Maleficient (PG), Earch to Echo (PG) and Planes: Fire and Rescue (PG).

What's Happening at the Library this Week?

fizzboomThere are lots of activities for kids this week at the West Boca and Glades branch of the Library. Please preregister at 482-4554 (Glades) and 470-1600 (West Boca).
On July 14th, at 11 a.m. (Glades) and 3:30 p.m. (West Boca) join Mark Fisher for Ocean Science. Mark will explore the extraordinary lives of ocean dwllers by using the scientific method to uncover the mysteries of live sea animals. Ages 5 and up are welcome for this 45 minute program.
At 6:30 p.m. (West Boca) make Creative Paper Beads and string a beautiful bracelet of your own design. Grades 6-12. Program is 60 minutes.
On July 16th, at 3:30 p.m. (West Boca) Story Time in Spanish. Miercoles 16 de julio, Ciencia Impresionante. Se requiere registrarse.
mcgruff-the-crime-dogOn July 17th, at 11 a.m. (Glades) meet McGruff the Crime Dog. A PBC Sheriff will provide you with an identity kit for your child in case of an emergency. All ages welcome. Kits will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
At 3 p.m. is Minecraft Meetup. Bring your device and challenge other players. Snacks and crafts included. Ages 8-12 can enjoy this 90 minute activity.
 

Disney's Mulan Jr. at the Levis JCC

mulanThe SOL Children Theatre Performing Arts Summer Camp is presenting Disney’s Mulan Jr. at the Levis JCC today at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. All tickets are $10. The Beifield Auditorium is located at 9801 Donna Klein Blvd in Boca Raton. Mulan Jr. is a stage adaptation of the Disney film about a young woman who takes up arms disguised as a boy to spare her father from having to serve in the army. The music and lyrics are catchy. Call 561-447-8829 for reservations. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

West Boca Weekend Roundup: July 10-13

magicbusbandThe Magic Bus Band, A Musical tribute to the 60s and 70s, July 11th at 8 p.m., Delray Marketplace.
Odyssey Road, A Journey tribute band, July 11th at 7:30 p.m., Mizner Amphitheater. No coolers, food or pets. Blankets and chairs welcome and food trucks on site.
Fishing Friday, July 11th,10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at Daggerwing Nature Center. Ages 8-15. All fishing supplies are provided. $10 per youth. Please call 561-629-8760 to preregister.
snow-whiteSnow White’s Poison Apple, July 11th at 7 p.m. and July 12th and 13th at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m., Willow Theater in Sugar Sand Park. Tickets $10 adults, $5 ages 12 and under.
boca-burger-logoBoca Burger Battle, July 12th, 7 to 10 p.m. $50 for general admission tickets. For tickets and information, click here.
Toddler Story Time, July 12th at 10:30 a.m., West Boca Public Library.
Tot Time-Summer Saturday, July 12th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sugar Sand Park. Open play indoors with toys, costumes, books and bubbles. Ages 18 mos to 4 years. $5 per kid.
Drop In Action Sports Complex, Open July 10th from 12 to 7 p.m., July 11th and 12th from 12 to 8 p.m. and July 13th from 12 to 6 p.m. Located in Loggers’ Run Park. For more hours, check out the website.
 
 
 

Coming to the Library this Week

booksThere is an activity for kids everyday this week at the library.
On Monday, July 7th, The West Boca Public Library will hold Baby Story Time. Starting at 10:30 a.m., baby and caregivers can enjoy stories, songs and finger plays. Ages 3-12 months. The Glades Public Library invites kids ages 6-9 to play with Lots O’Legos at 3 p.m.
On Tuesday, July 8th, kids ages 8-12 can learn a new skill at Introduction to Crochet. Class starts at 3 p.m. and will continue for 4 weeks. Supplies are provided. Or play Glow Games at 6 p.m. Kids ages 11-17 can play glow in the dark games. Both these activities take place at the Glades Public Library.
fizzboomOn Wednesday, July 9th, kids ages 8-12 can take part in the Hands-on Science and Math Club at Glades Public Library. This club meets at 4 p.m. and will meet for 4 weeks. This week kids can learn the basics of coding and secret messages. Tween Wii Time at the West Boca Public Library starts at 3:30 p.m. Teens ages 10-14 can enjoy racing, dancing or sports on the Wii.
On Thursday, July 10th, its Firefighter to the Rescue! Kids ages 5 and up meet Elyse Weintraub Brown from the PBC Fire Rescue and learn about fire safety, create an art project and get an up close look at a red fire engine.
moviesOn Friday, July 11th, its movie day! The Glades Public Library is playing Frozen (PG) at 3 p.m. The West Boca Library is showing The Pirate Fairy (G) at 2:30 p.m.
To Preregister for activities, call the Glades Public Library at 482-4554 and the West Boca Public Library at 470-1600.