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Things to do with kids this weekend in Fort Lauderdale

Things to do with kids this weekend in Fort Lauderdale: 12 dated family events for July 11–12, with times, venues, costs, and official links. Build a 3-stop plan with FamHop.

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Saturday, July 11

11 events · 10 free

  1. Little Minnows Summer: Kids’ Music Circle with Noam Brown

    Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center · Fort Lauderdale · Ages 1–12

    (Ages 1-3) Join song leader and educator Noam Brown for a lively time of music and movement!

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  2. All the Pretty Houses (Exhibition)

    Main Library · Fort Lauderdale · Ages 3–13

    An exhibit of antique models and rare books Make yourself at home with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern…

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  3. The Storefront: Echoes of the Islands

    Main Library - The Storefront (1st Floor) · Fort Lauderdale · $ · Ages 10–13

    A Visual & Sound Immersion by Lisema "Lise" Sinord "Echoes of the Islands" is an immersive exhibition exploring Caribbean identity as…

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  4. American Revolution: The 250th Anniversary Experience

    Main Library - Gallery 6 · Fort Lauderdale · Ages 3–13

    An Augmented Exhibition by Histovery Immerse yourself in interactive 3-D reconstructions of the defining moments of the American Revolution, using a HistoPad.

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  5. Dino Green Screen Photoshoot

    Main Library - Creation Station, 3rd Floor · Fort Lauderdale · Ages 3–13

    Creation Station (3) Take a picture using our green screen with fun dinosaur backgrounds and props, and take a photo home for free!

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  6. Dino Green Screen Photoshoot - Summer Learning Program

    Main Library - Creation Station, 3rd Floor · Fort Lauderdale · Ages 3–13

    Creation Station (3) Take a picture using our green screen with fun dinosaur backgrounds and props, and take a photo home for free!

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  7. English Cafe

    Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room · Fort Lauderdale · Ages 10–13

    English classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar and writing.

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  8. Opening Brunch Reception: Echoes of the Islands

    Main Library - The Storefront (1st Floor) · Fort Lauderdale · Ages 10–13

    A Visual & Sound Immersion by Lisema "Lise" Sinord Join artist and photographer Lise Sinord for the official opening of Echoes of the…

    Free Official ↗

  9. Dino Dig: Prehistoric Paper Pit

    Main Library - 2nd Floor Multipurpose Room · Fort Lauderdale · Ages 10–13

    Summer Learning Program 2026 An afternoon of archeological fun and discoveries awaits at the Prehistoric Paper Pit.

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  10. Sensory Storytime

    Main Library · Fort Lauderdale · Ages 1–12

    Floor - Active Learning Center This story time will nurture your child through songs, stories and activities.

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  11. Canvas Painting

    African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Youth Service Story Room · Fort Lauderdale · All ages

    Beneath the Brush Dinosaur Painting Lab Join the Canvas Dinosaurs Painting Lab to paint dinosaur-themed canvases as a family while…

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Sunday, July 12

1 event · 1 free

  1. Little Minnows’ Summer - Gladly Music (Ages 1 - 3)

    Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center · Fort Lauderdale · Ages 1–5

    Strengthen the bond with your toddler through the magic of music and sign language!

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