Week of August 20, 2009
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CHILDREN Thursday 8/20 CANINE ADVENTURESThe Miami Children's Museum is hosting "Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog." The 2,500-square-foot bilingual exhibit transports visitors to the homes of Clifford, Emily Elizabeth and all of the residents of Birdwell Island, where they engage in activities that foster social and emotional development. Ends Oct. 11. Miami Children's Museum, 980 MacArthur Cswy., Watson Island. Details: (305) 373-5437 or www.miamichildrensmuseum.org. CULTURE FOR KIDS The Miami Children's Museum shows original paintings and sculptures by Alex Yanes. "Majestic Beauties" features bold, vivid images of Florida animals that are either on the endangered- or threatened-species lists. Ends Aug. 30. Miami Children's Museum, 980 MacArthur Cswy., Watson Island. Details: (305) 373-5437 or www.miamichildrensmuseum.org. Saturday 8/22 FAMILY FUNFlorida International University's Frost Art Museum hosts a free family day featuring mask-making, portraiture, face painting, games, music and snacks. The museum's two exhibits will also be open for families. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Frost Art Museum, 10975 SW 17th St., Sweetwater. Details: (305) 348-2890 or www.thefrost.fiu.edu. Monday 8/24 AFTER-SCHOOL ACTINGThe Roxy Theatre Group's "Kidz on Stage" after-school program begins includes homework assistance, educational activities in reading and writing, math and science, arts and crafts, and weekly classes in drama, voice and dance. Kids will also have the opportunity to participate in a Holiday show and a year-end musical production. 2:30-6:30 p.m. Ends Aug. 28. The Roxy Performing Arts Center, 1645 SW 107th Ave., Sweetwater. Details: (305) 226-0030. Thursday 8/27 GETTING READYThe Miami Children's Theater hosts auditions for children ages 8 to 18 for its upcoming production of "Jack and the Beanstalk." 6-8 p.m. Coral Gables Youth Center Theater, 405 University Drive, Coral Gables. Details: (305) 274-3595 or www.miamichildrenstheater.com.
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