Pompano Beach's Family Guide

Apr. 7th

No school? No problem! Our dynamic Mini-Camps are the perfect action-packed solution to a Teacher Planning Day. Kids (ages 5 - 11) will spend the day exploring the museum's interactive exhibitions, conducting science experiments, and making new friends.
Have you ever wondered how airplanes fly in the air? Or how a helicopter is able to hover above the ground? Explore a day of flight engineering where you can design and test the perfect paper airplane and get ready to take flight!

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Apr. 15th

Join us as we combine legendary music with laser light visuals during Laser Evenings. Enjoy rock 'n' roll hits from Elton John, jam out with Prince, feel the beat with Deadmau5, and more, all under the Frost Planetarium's 67-foot dome.

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Apr. 16th

Let's weather this storm together! Join us for an introduction to the water cycle where we will focus on the key steps leading to rain. Little ones will use new materials and tools to create their very own rain cloud. Add a few sprinkles of rain to watch your little sprouts grow.

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Apr. 19th

In this next edition of LIVE@Frost Science on Wednesday, April 19, Dr. Douglas Roberts, VP of Science Education and Director of the Frost Planetarium, will present The Great American Eclipses of 2023 and 2024. The next solar eclipses in North America will be the Annular Solar Eclipse on October 14, 2023,
and the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024. Dr. Roberts will explore the history of eclipses and showcase how to prepare to experience these eclipses, including where to travel to experience the totality of the eclipses.

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Apr. 19th

Experience Planet Earth the sensory-friendly way! Just for Me
is a program dedicated to welcoming individuals and families with diverse sensory and accessibility needs to discover and explore everything Frost Science has to offer. This event is a way for you and your family to enjoy the museum in a quiet,
comfortable and accepting environment. In addition, Just For Me backpacks are available for check out anytime at our
front kiosk. Each backpack is equipped with noise-reducing earmuffs, a small, weighted blanket and sensory toys. Backpacks are first come, first served and available in child and adult sizes.

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Apr. 22nd

Celebrate Earth Day at Frost Science!
Join us to learn all about the power of the Sun - and the power of people like you to help protect our Earth! Make crafts with the Frost Science education team, learn how FPL is imagining a brighter future through solar power and hear from local high schoolers about their work to make their communities greener places.

Earth Day programming is free with paid museum admission.

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Apr. 22nd

MUVE (Museum Volunteers for the Environment) is excited to work alongside our community to care for our critical coastal habitats through nature-based volunteerism. On Saturday, April 22, 2023, we will plant native trees to enhance coastal hammock and do a citizen science-based beach cleanup on
Virginia Key North Point Beach Park. All tools and materials will be provided. We recommend a reusable water bottle, close-toed shoes, sun and bug protection, and clothes you don't mind getting dirty!

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Apr. 28th - May. 1st

Take photos of wildlife for science! This weekend, South Florida will compete against cities all over the world to see which region can photograph the most plants and animals, engage the most participants, and document the most biodiversity. Download the free iNaturalist app to compete in the challenge,
learn about local species, and connect with your fellow naturalists. The best part? By uploading your photos to iNaturalist, you can help scientists understand and protect wildlife across the globe. Between the Everglades and Biscayne Bay, we have an array of incredible species that can be found just outside your door. Let's win it, South Florida!

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