krayZeeMoMmie: Local Event! Back to School Splash

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Local Event! Back to School Splash

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South Florida Parenting presents its 6th annual Back to School Splash at The Falls; a free event for families with kids 12 and under. The event draws thousands of families who enjoy a free "splash of summer fun" while shopping for their back-to-school needs at The Falls. The Falls Shopping Center is anchored by Macy's and Bloomingdales, and is home to many kids' retailers, such as Gap Kids, Justice, and Stride Rite, as well as Regal Cinema and restaurants. http://www.simon.com/mall/?id=1232.

The Back to School Splash features an outdoor activity area with paddle boats, dunk tank, Florida hands on crafts, face painting, hamster balls, a car wash inflatable, and balloon art by Miami Children's Theater and a treasure hunt with prizes. Costumed characters, magic shows and stage entertainment hosted by James Changefield add to the fun. Family-friendly exhibitors provide free kids' activities, give-aways and information on their products and services.

Sponsored activities will include:
-South Miami Hospital will sponsor hands-on craft activities that are always a favorite: princess crowns and pirate hats

-PowerAde will sponsor the Powerplay area that will include hamster balls, "car wash" inflatable fun zone and paddle boats

-Holtz Children's Hospital will sponsor a Teddy Bear Clinic where children can bandage and cuddle bears who need some TLC!

-Pirate's Booty will sample their healthy snack and provide prizes for the Pirate Treasure Hunt

-Bath Fitter's will provide fun at the dunk tank

Children's Home Society of Florida has kicked off its annual Back-To-School Supply Drive at South Florida Parenting's Back to School Splash . The drive seeks to collect backpacks, notebooks, folders, pencils, pens, crayons, markers and other school supplies for more than 2000 abused, neglected, abandoned and needy children in our community. Bring your supplies to the Back to School Splash or purchase supplies at one of the retailers at The Falls.

Children who do not have the proper school supplies are too ashamed to admit it and end up falling behind. Students cannot do their best if they do not have the right tools. Your donation can help a child start the year with their head held high! Donate backpacks, supplies or even gift cards and provide valuable support to help our children succeed in class and in life.

Please call 305-755-6520 to help a child in need.
For exhibitor/sponsor information or to provide stage entertainment, contact Sandy at sbetlach@sfparenting.com.

Click here to see a list of sponsors and exhibitors.