Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Red Wolves Home Opener


Florence Red Wolves vs Fayetteville Swampdogs Home Opener 

Ages: All
Date: May 29
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: 340 S Stadium Rd
Cost: General admission $5, Youth under 10 and Sr Citizens $4, Military ID $3
Contact: (843) 629-0700, www.florenceredwolves.com


Photobucket

Sunday, May 27, 2012

Summer Movies Express


Swamp Fox Theater is having $1 Movies again this summer - here is the schedule:

6/5-6/6 (10am)
JOURNEY 2
KIT KITTREDGE: AMER GIRL

6/12-6/13 (10am)
DOLPHIN TALE
HAPPY FEET TWO

6/19-6/20 (10am)
LEGEND OF THE GUARDIANS
YOGI BEAR

6/26-6/27 (10am)
CATS & DOGS: REVENGE
HUGO

7/3-7/4 (10am)
ADVENTURES OF TIN TIN
PUSS IN BOOTS

7/10-7/11 (10am)
KUNG FU PANDA 2
RANGO

7/17-7/18 (10am)
RIO
SPY KIDS: ALL THE TIME

7/24-7/25 (10am)
CHIMPANZEE
HOODWINKED TOO

7/31-8/1 (10am)
ARTHUR CHRISTMAS
SMURFS


Photobucket

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Jo-Ann's Mother's Day Make it Take it


Make a Crayola Model Magic Cupcake Magnet


Ages: Kids
Date:  May 12

Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Jo-Ann's, 1945 West Palmetto

Cost: Free
ContactJo-Ann's -  (843) 665-4576



Photobucket

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

ScienceSaturday


Into the Wild
Explore ScienceSouth’s outdoor environment as we go on a nature walk to collect insects, micro-invertebrates and different kinds of plants! Create your own chlorophyll-colored t-shirt and decipher the identity of several common animal tracks. This workshop will open your eyes to the beauty of nature around us! 


Your Saturdays will never be the same!  What’s fun, educational, and happens every first Saturday at ScienceSouth? Well it’s ScienceSaturdays of course! Don’t miss the chance for your kids to engage in hands-on, minds-on science activities at the ScienceSouth Pavilion at Freedom Florence.

ScienceSouth will divide participants into groups according to age level (5-8 and 9-12) so that each group can get the most out of their respective activities. ScienceSaturdays are $20 per child, which includes a light snack.

Space is limited to 40 children so book now! There must be 10 children registered for a ScienceSaturday to occur. Registration for each ScienceSaturday ends at noon on the Friday prior to the ScienceSaturday.

Date:  May 5
Ages:  5 to 12
Time:  9:00 to noon
Where:  ScienceSouth
Cost:  $20

Contact:  ScienceSouth at (843) 679-5353 ext. 312 or their website



Photobucket

Saturday, April 28, 2012

Thursday, April 26, 2012

Lowes Build and Grow Workshop


Spring is here and it’s time to start gardening! Your child will love learning about plants and watching them grow with this great Terrarium kit!


Ages: geared toward 5 to 10
Date:  April 28
Time: 10:00 am
Where: Lowes
Cost: Free
ContactLowes stores


Photobucket

Monday, April 23, 2012

Summer Camps

I put together a page with all the summer camps I could find - Summer Camps.  Thanks to Flossip who gave me a head start in her post. Please let me know if you find any that we need to add.

Photobucket

Sunday, April 22, 2012

Friday, April 20, 2012

Online Storytime at Barnes and Noble


This month's book is "The Pigeon Wants a Puppy" read by its author Mo Willems.


He really, really, REALLY wants one. He'll take really good care of it! What's the matter--don't you want him to be happy?

The latest book in the best-selling Pigeon series is the funniest one yet.

Barnes and Noble Storytime



Photobucket

Thursday, April 19, 2012

YMCA Summer Soccer Camp


The FREE British Soccer Replica Jersey deadline for the British Soccer Camp taking place in partnership with the Florence Family YMCA the week of June 4th – 8th is this Friday (20th April)! So don’t delay and sign-up now so ensure your budding soccer star gets their FREE British Soccer Replica Jersey.


Register now for the camp taking place Monday 4th June – Friday 8th  June. For more information and to sign-up a player, please click here.

All camps feature:


  •     All British Coaching Staff
  •     Free Camp T-Shirt
  •     Free Soccer Ball
  •     Free Soccer Poster
  •     Individual Skills Evaluation
  •     New 1,000 touches Camp Curriculum
  •     Daily World Cup Tournament
  •     AND A FREE REPLICA BRITISH SOCCER JERSEY!

Camp will be held at the Florence Family YMCA Back Soccer Fields, 1700 South Rutherford Drive, Florence SC 29505
For further information please contact:
Greig Munro
800.739.9441


Photobucket

Monday, April 9, 2012

Railroad Junction art classes


Kids….Don’t be bored next week! Get your creative juices flowing with Railroad Junction Spring Break art classes!
12-2pm Tuesday-Friday
$10 per class ages 5-12 Please RSVP to secure your spot 843-496-1670

Tuesday April 10- Sand painting with Lucille
Wednesday April 11- Painting birdhouses with Ashton
Thursday April 12- Knitting with Diane
Friday April 13- Art with Deidre
163 West Evans Street Florence SC


Photobucket

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Friday, April 6, 2012

Museums on Us - Bank of America



Get free general admission to 150 museums by presenting your Bank of America debit or credit card the first Saturday and Sunday of each month.  If you haven't gone to the Edventure Children's Museum in Columbia, this is a great time to try it out. Edventure, the southeast's largest children's museum, is home to 350 hands-on exhibits.  There are endless opportunities for exploration, creativity and good old-fashioned fun. Drive a fire truck, build a house or talk to a skeleton.  This stimulating and exciting environment encourages children to imagine, discover and understand their world.



Ages: designed for 12 and younger
Date: April 7
Time: Sat 9 to 5
Where:  211 Gervais Street, Columbia SC
Cost: Children and Adults: $9.50, Seniors (62+): $8.50, Military (with ID): $8.50, Children under one: Free
ContactEdventure -  (803) 779-3100



Photobucket

Home Depot Kids Workshop



Build a Window Bird Feeder

Kids can build a window bird feeder to observe wildlife

• Kids will learn to build their very own bird feeder while
learning tool safety
• Have fun, make friends and gain a sense of achievement
and work ethic



Ages:  geared toward 5 to 12 
Date:  April 7
Time:  9:00 am - 12:00 
Where:  Home Depot
Cost:  Free
ContactHome Depot  (843)661-2597



Photobucket

Thursday, April 5, 2012

ScienceSaturdays


Root to Shoot
Do you enjoy watching things grow? If so, you will love this Gardening 101 workshop! You will get to dissect seeds, learn how to plant them and build a structure for growing your own plants. Join us as we learn what it takes to develop a green thumb with our guest horticulturist!


Your Saturdays will never be the same!  What’s fun, educational, and happens every first Saturday at ScienceSouth? Well it’s ScienceSaturdays of course! Don’t miss the chance for your kids to engage in hands-on, minds-on science activities at the ScienceSouth Pavilion at Freedom Florence.

ScienceSouth will divide participants into groups according to age level (5-8 and 9-12) so that each group can get the most out of their respective activities. ScienceSaturdays are $20 per child, which includes a light snack.

Space is limited to 40 children so book now! There must be 10 children registered for a ScienceSaturday to occur. Registration for each ScienceSaturday ends at noon on the Friday prior to the ScienceSaturday.

Date:  April 7
Ages:  5 to 12
Time:  9:00 to noon
Where:  ScienceSouth
Cost:  $20

Contact:  ScienceSouth at (843) 679-5353 ext. 312 or their website



Photobucket

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Update

Sorry I haven't sent out many updates lately.  I had a work crisis to deal with.  I'll try to get started back up this week.

Photobucket

Florence kids this week - 4/1/12

Click here to see what is going on in Florence this week for the kids.

Photobucket

Sunday, March 25, 2012

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

The Easter Bunny Arrives



Hop on over to the Easter Bunny's springtime garden, located in front of Best Buy, and join us for visits and photos with your favorite bunny - the Easter Bunny!  Plus, be one of the first children to visit the Easter Bunny and receive a free gardening set including your very own seeds to plant. 
Easter Photos
Create a springtime memory with visits and photos with the Easter Bunny.  Photo packages are available starting at just $21.
Saturday, March 24th - Saturday, April 7th
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 9pm
Sunday: Noon - 6pm
Special Offer!
March 24th - 28th
Save $3 on photo packages A or B
Click here for a complete list of photo packages and pricing.



Ages:  All
Date: March 24
Time:  10:00 am 
Where:  Best Buy court area, Magnolia Mall
Cost: Free
ContactMagnolia Mall,  (843) 669-0725


Photobucket

Sunday, March 18, 2012

Friday, March 16, 2012

Barnes and Noble Storytime


The Forgetful Little Leprechaun - by David Mead - conveys an important message for young children that one's true pot of gold is found not at the end of a rainbow, but in friendship. This amusing tale, told in rhyme about an absent-minded leprechaun who goes in search of his lost pot of gold, is illustrated with original artwork and includes a sound button with a cheerful rendition of 'Irish Eyes Are Smiling.' A fun-to-read story with beautiful artwork and music will make this book a family favorite.


Ages:  4 to 8 (book recommendation)
Date: March 17
Time:  2:00 pm 
Where:  Barnes and Noble, Magnolia Mall
Cost: Free
ContactBarnes and Noble,  (843) 665-2412



Photobucket

Florence Little Theater Peter Rabbit


Silly Peter Rabbit! His brothers and sisters always try to keep him away from trouble. His mother warns him about going into Mr. McGregor's garden but he won't listen. He gets trapped inside the garden fence and barely gets out in time. If that wasn't enough excitement, Cousin Benjamin comes over and calls Peter a chicken. Peter HAS to go back to the garden now! You can bet they'll get out safely, after they learn a valuable lesson! By Kevin Reese



FLT’s Children’s Theatre, known as the Schoolhouse Players, is a group of adult volunteers who perform plays during the school day.

Ages:  All
Date: March 17
Time:  11:00 am
Where:  Florence Little Theatre
Cost: $3


  Photobucket

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Friday, March 9, 2012

Barnes and Noble Storytime


The Three Little Pigs


Ages:  Kids
Date: March 10
Time:  2:00 pm 
Where:  Barnes and Noble, Magnolia Mall
Cost: Free
ContactBarnes and Noble,  (843) 665-2412



Photobucket

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

USTA campus kids' day


The Francis Marion University men's and women's tennis programs will host a USTA Campus Kids' Days event on Saturday, March 10, as the Patriots entertain Peach Belt Conference foe Augusta State University at noon on the Kassab Courts.

There will be a free kids' clinic from 10 to 11 a.m. at FMU.
Local league coordinator for Junior Team Tennis, Gary Elms, will also be in attendance to allow kids to sign up for the upcoming Junior Team Tennis League to be played at the Dr. Eddie Floyd - Florence Tennis Center.
Campus Kids Days are designed to expose current and aspiring junior players (and their parents and coaches) to college tennis.
The many benefits of this program include getting more junior players on college campuses at a young age (exposing them to the fun and excitement of college tennis); filling bleachers with juniors, their parents, and coaches; and helping build stronger ties between college programs (coach and players), their USTA section, and the local tennis community.
The March 10 event is being presented in conjunction with the Florence Tennis Association.
Francis Marion is one of approximately 75 schools from across the country taking part in the 2011-12 program.


Photobucket

Saturday, March 3, 2012

Friday, March 2, 2012

Make It-Take It Kids' Felt Cuffs


Ages: Kids
Date:  March 3

Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Where: Jo-Ann's, 1945 West Palmetto

Cost: Free
ContactJo-Ann's -  (843) 665-4576




Photobucket

Barnes and Noble Storytime



Character Event! Come meet Spot as we read Spot Loves His Daddy by Eric Hill - Whether playing ball in the park, feeding the ducks, or reading bedtime stories, Spot and his Daddy are great buddies. Perfect for Father's Day, as well as all year long, this happy and heartwarming book is great for sharing.


Ages:  Kids
Date: March 3
Time:  2:00 pm 
Where:  Barnes and Noble, Magnolia Mall
Cost: Free
ContactBarnes and Noble,  (843) 665-2412



Photobucket
 

Template by Best Web Hosting