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CHILDREN
Thursday 8/27
CANINE ADVENTURES
The Miami Children's Museum hosts "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.
GETTING READY
The Miami Children's Theater hosts auditions for children 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.
Saturday 8/29
CARNIVAL ON THE PLAZA
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts and the Miami-Broward One Carnival Host Committee host a free family fun day in the heart of Miami. In addition to music, snacks and activities, the event will celebrate the opening the center's newest show, "The Harder They Come." 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Details: (305) 893-6211 or www.arshtcenter.org.
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