SoFlo Ninja Academy - Home School Ninja class
2026-02-24 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-19 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-17 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-12 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | SoFlo Ninja Academy, 1751 W Copans Rd Suite 1 & 2, Pompano Beach, FL, 33064, United States
Home School Ninja
(Ages 5-12)
Our Home School Ninja class is specifically crafted for young enthusiasts aged 5 to 12, providing a unique opportunity for home-schooled children to dive into the world of Soflo Ninja. This daytime class is not just about tackling obstacles; it’s a comprehensive physical education program designed to enhance endurance, stability, agility, and more. Through a combination of structured ninja training and free play, children learn to navigate challenging courses, boosting their physical fitness and problem-solving skills. The environment is supportive and motivational, making it ideal for building confidence and social skills among peers with similar interests. Join us to give your child a fun, dynamic way to stay active and learn invaluable life skills that go beyond physical fitness.
*Exceptions may be made for siblings. Please inquire.
$35.00
Please sign up on their website, the link is below.

YEA Homeschool Program-Question about Digestion
2026-02-24 13:00 - 14:00 | North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch, 6901 Kimberly Boulevard, North Lauderdale, FL, 33068, United States
Youth Environmental Alliance
This program focuses on the digestive system and how food undergoes physical changes as well as chemical changes. Students laugh and learn their way through the digestive system through experimentation and simulations.
Get ready to explore what really happens when we eat! In this interactive, hands-on program, students will simulate the digestive process and discover how the body turns food into fuel. Through engaging demonstrations and activities, they’ll identify and describe the major organs of the digestive system, learn how each organ functions, and understand how nutrients and water are absorbed to keep our bodies healthy and energized.
This fun and educational experience connects science to everyday life, helping students appreciate the incredible journey food takes through the human body!
Feb 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM @ North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch
Please register and pay through their website.
$25 [Self-Pay or Step Up Direct Bill]

[PLANT CITY] MUSIC WITH NONA
2026-02-24 12:00 - 12:45, 2026-02-17 12:00 - 12:45 | The Red Calliope Art Gallery on Evers St., 109 S. Evers St., Plant City, FL, 33563, United States
Music with Nona Lisa Music Classes begin January 6, 2026 and run until May 26, 2026!!!!
Preschool class- 11 am
K/1st grade class- 12 pm-12:45 pm
**Kindergarten/1st grade classes are once a week for 45 minutes. $20 per week, payable by the month in advance. (March will have 5 weeks = $100)
Pre-school classes are 30 minutes due to child’s limited attention span. $15 per week, payable by the month in advance. (March will have 5 weeks = $75)
Pre- school and K/1 music classes will involve the use of fun manipulatives, such as finger puppets, hand puppets, felt boards, scarves, parachutes, simple classroom instruments to teach steady beat/rhythm, music focused books, and circle games.
CLASS LOCATION
The Red Calliope Art Gallery on Evers St.
109 S. Evers St. Plant City, FL 33563
IF you are using STEP UP funds (available for Kindergarten and 1st as well as preschool students with a diagnosis), register by contacting me with form below, and then reserving funds with Step Up, but if you are not, you may simply send an email by contacting me below and specifying which class you are signing up for as well as the name and age of your child.
Payment is per month and must be received prior to first class of month via Cashapp ($LisaSanchesWestcott) or cash.
Register for either or both classes at www.music-with-nona-lisa.com

Super Scientific Circus: Smart Stage Matinee Series
2026-02-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker, 707 NE 8th Street, Fort Lauderdale, 33304, United States
Step right up to the most fun-filled science show around! In Super Scientific Circus, students and teachers will be amazed as science comes to life through exciting experiments, daring feats and mind-blowing demonstrations. Watch as our science ringmaster uses the power of physics, chemistry and amazing circus skills involving boomerangs, bubbles, beachballs, bull whips and magic to introduce the principles of friction, inertia, centripetal force, aerodynamics, sonic booms, air pressure and ultraviolet light. Perfect for elementary students, Super Scientific Circus is where science meets the circus for an unforgettable experience!
Recommended grade levels: Grades K-5
Lap Tickets are available for purchase for children 12 months and under, only available at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. Everyone in the theater must have a ticket.
Study guides for all of the Smart Stage Matinees are available for download. HERE
$10.01 per ticket
This event requires a ticket, please purchase on their website. Link is below.

H.Y.P.E. (Helping Young People Elevate) After School Program Rooted in Food and Culture: A Taste of Heritage
2026-02-23 15:30 - 17:00 | African American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311, United States
Monday, February 23
3:30pm – 5:00pm
Created by the Teen Advisory Board and powered by youth, this Black History Month program invites participants to celebrate heritage through food, traditions, and storytelling.

H.Y.P.E. (Helping Young People Elevate) After School Program – Black History Month Edition

Join us for Taste of Heritage, a hands-on program that celebrates Black History Month by exploring the powerful connection between food, culture, and identity.

Led by EatWell Exchange, this interactive experience brings Black culinary traditions to life through engaging stories, meaningful conversations, and a fun no-cook food activity featuring familiar flavors.

This isn’t just about cooking—it’s about celebrating heritage, building confidence, and discovering the stories behind the food we love.

Sponsored by BSO Law Enforcement Trust Fund and Friends of Broward County African American Research Library and Cultural Center.

About EatWell Exchange: Eatwell Exchange works to decrease health disparities in low-socioeconomic communities while keeping culturally relevant foods on the table.
In February 2017, EatWell Exchange was born and since then have provided nutrition education to the populations that need it most, locally and abroad.

Afterschool Teen hang-out in the Living Room
2026-02-23 14:40 - 16:00 | Northwest Regional Library, 3151 North University Drive, Coral Springs, FL, 33065, United States
Monday, February 23
2:40pm – 4:00pm
Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Hang out after school in the Living Room. Select and play a videogame–multiple choices are available daily on multiple screens. Play corn hole or a puzzle. Or, spend time with friends in a fun, friendly environment.

BOULDER BLOC - Homeschool Mondays
2026-02-23 10:00 - 12:00 | BOULDER BLOC, 437 E Atlantic Blvd #6, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
Get ready for an awesome start to the week! Homeschool Mondays kick off at 10 AM, giving homeschool students exclusive access to the entire gym until noon—plus special discounted day passes just for them.
It’s the perfect chance to climb with friends, explore new challenges, and enjoy the whole space to yourselves.
Why kids love it:
Fun, active movement that builds strength and coordination
Engaging problem-solving on every wall
Huge confidence boosts with every climb
A great way to connect with other homeschoolers
No need to sign up—just show up and climb! Discounted day passes can also be purchased online if you want to skip the line.
$16.00 per class
You can also purchase directly through their website. The link is below
Homeschool Mondays – Every 2nd & 4th Monday!

Teen Art Therapy W/ Coral Springs Museum
2026-02-20 15:30 - 17:00 | Coral Springs Museum, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs, FL, 33065, United States
Fridays 3:30 PM – 5 PM
Age Range 13 -17
Guided by a board-certified Art Therapist, these small-group sessions offer teens a safe and non-judgmental space to create, express themselves, and grow through art. No art skills needed, and all supplies are provided.
$5 per session
February 20 • March 20
Register and pay through their website, link below.

Teen Writers Club
2026-02-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch –, 10500 West Oakland Park Boulevard,, Sunrise, FL, 33351, United States
Free
Friday, February 20
3:00pm – 4:00pm
Join the teen host in all things creative writing related with other high schoolers and middle schoolers! Bring your laptop, writing materials, and your creativity!
Must register on their website, link is below.

Flourish Atelier- A Nature Inspired Makerspace W/ Project Flourish
2026-02-20 10:30 - 13:00 | Deerfield Beach Historical Society, 84 SE 4th Ave, Deerfield beach, FL, 33441, United States
4 – 12 yrs
10:30am – 1:00pm
What’s an Atelier you ask? Just a fancy way to say “workshop” or “design studio” in French, and ours celebrates the most creative / energetic of spaces… Nature!
Each month we gather to explore different wonders of the natural world and turn our discoveries into beautiful artistic expressions.
Flourish Atelier offers playful pursuits for nature-based learning through:
1) Edible Earth- plant-forward cooking provocations
2) Handwork- a seasonal craft, honoring our nature theme
3) Natural Apothecary- plant powered intentional practices of self-care
Notes
Please bring a water bottle and dress for play.
Food labs feature Vegetarian friendly recipes

Fri, Jan 20, 2025 – May 15, 2026
What you’ll learn
January – Colors of Nature
February – Water Ways
March – Songbird Studios
April – Flower Powered
May – Bee The Maker
Project Flourish Community is a direct billing participant with Step Up for Students. Payments can be allocated directly through your ESA.
**Registration closes 2 days prior to class.Please register through their website, link below.
Drop-In $38/day [ Self-Pay or Step Up Direct Bill]

SFLHRC Teen Field Trip: CSI: New River – Secrets in the Soil
2026-02-20 09:45 - 12:00 | History Fort Lauderdale, 231 SW 2nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
👦🏽 Ages: 12 – 17
Step into the shoes of a crime scene investigator as we travel back to 1836 and uncover the mystery of the Cooley incident along the New River.
In this immersive field trip, students will explore the past with a modern twist—analyzing historical evidence like real forensic anthropologists and bio-archaeologists.
Using skeletal clues, crime scene techniques, and critical thinking, they’ll piece together what really happened to the Cooley family and their tutor.
From collecting evidence to interpreting forensic data, students will gain a unique perspective on how science and history come together to tell untold stories.
📆 Date: February 20, 2026
⏰ Time: am 9:45 am – 12:00 pm
Please arrive eraly to find METERED PARKING or park in the lot on SW 3rd Avenue.
💵 Cost: $15 for EVERYONE – adults and children
Please register EVERYONE attending.
Every human “body” counts due to space limitations.
📍 Address: 231 SW 2nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
❗️ NOTE: Feel free to pack a picnic lunch to enjoy at the picnic tables next to the museum on the river.
Register and pay through their website, link below.

SURF SKATE SCIENCE Shark Research Expedition with NSU and Guy Harvey Foundation
2026-02-20 07:30 - 15:30 | FL
Shark Research Expedition with NSU and Guy Harvey Foundation
Dive into Real-World Science!
Join us for a one-of-a-kind, hands-on shark research expedition aboard a working research vessel! In partnership with Nova Southeastern University and the Guy Harvey Foundation, participants will team up with top marine scientists to study sharks in the wild Atlantic waters just off Port Everglades.
You’ll learn how to safely catch, measure, tag, and collect DNA and other scientific data on sharks—helping with real conservation work happening right now. Between research sets, you’ll even have the chance to snorkel in the open ocean!
NSU Oceanographic Center
8000 N Ocean Dr, Dania Beach, FL 33004, USA
Spring dates:
Feb 20, 2026, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Mar 16, 2026, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Apr 28, 2026, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
May 12, 2026, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

📌 Ages: Open to parents and students ages 8 and up (Students under 15 must be accompanied by a paid adult participant)
Adult/Student Self Pay $175.00
Please register and pay through their website, link below.

Game Time! Afterschool Teen Program
2026-02-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Boulevard, Weston, FL, 33332, United States
Thursday, February 19
3:00pm – 5:00pm
Gaming for Teens.
Join us in the computer lab or the teen room for board games, card games, and multiplayer gaming on the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Ages 12-18.

SoFlo Ninja Academy - Home School Drop Off
2026-02-19 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-12 13:00 - 15:00 | SoFlo Ninja Academy, 1751 W Copans Rd Suite 1 & 2, Pompano Beach, FL, 33064, United States
Give your homeschoolers a fun and structured afternoon! We offer 1–3 PM drop-off, which includes our Ninja Homeschool Class at 1:30 PM plus supervised Open Gym before and after. Ages 6+

$45.00 one class
$115.00 for 3 classes

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 | West Regional Library, 8601 West Broward Boulevard, Pl, FL, 33324, United States
Free
Wednesday, February 18
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Join us for an adventure in the popular table-top role-playing game. Registration is required.

We welcome new and experienced players. Teens from 14 to 18 are welcome to join.

Registration is required. Link below

Gotta Dance! FREE workshop
2026-02-18 16:30 - 17:15 | Northwest Regional Library, 3151 North University Drive, Coral Springs, FL, 33065, United States
Free
Wednesday, February 18
4:30pm – 5:15pm
Introduce your child to musical theater at GOTTA DANCE! workshops presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts at the Northwest Regional Library.

Led by Broward Center teaching artist, Nia Bourne, children learn basic dance steps, stage directions, and theater terminology – all in a fun, supportive environment that encourages creativity and confidence. This 8-week workshop begins January 7. All levels welcome.

Nia Bourne: Nia Bourne holds a BFA in Musical Theatre and a minor in Dance from Point Park University. She has appeared in national tours and regional productions, including Nickelodeon’s Paw Patrol Live! and Beautiful. Passionate about arts education, Nia creates a safe, engaging space for students with a focus on musical theatre performance and movement.

Must register on their website, link is below.

Creative STEAM Lab
2026-02-17 17:00 - 18:00 | West Regional Library, 8601 West Broward Boulevard, Pl, FL, 33324, United States
Free
Tuesday, February 17
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Get creative and have fun exploring hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activities for ages 6 to 10. Registration is required for each participant.
Must register on their website, link is below.

MFL Presents: The Art of Speech for Youth
2026-02-17 15:30 - 17:00 | North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch, 6901 Kimberly Boulevard, North Lauderdale, FL, 33068, United States
Free
Tuesday, February 17
3:30pm – 5:00pm
Build Confidence for delivering speeches and presentations, while developing strong eye contact, poise and articulation. Sponsored by Friends of Broward County Library.
Must register on their website, link below.

Culinary Casita Living Arts Class W/ Project Flourish
2026-02-17 10:30 - 13:00 | Deerfield Beach Historical Society, 84 SE 4th Ave, Deerfield beach, FL, 33441, United States
For ages 7 – 14 yrs
10:30am – 1:00pm
Join Team Flourish for a delicious deep dive into plant-forward eating and living! We’ll explore home economics and food literacy principles through a lens of fresh local ingredients, food stories, life skills and everyday cooking techniques, while creating recipes that truly celebrate the season.
Project Flourish Community is a direct billing participant with Step Up for Students. Payments can be allocated directly through your ESA.
**Registration closes 2 days prior to class
Notes
Food labs feature Vegetarian friendly recipes
What you’ll learn:
Tues. 1/20 – Spice Market
Tues. 2/3 – Cocoa Confections
Tues. 2/17 – Liberation’s Table, Black History Culinary Showcase
Tues. 3/10 – Citrus Celebrations
Tues. 3/24 – Taste The Rainbow
Tues. 4/7 – Garden-To-Table Grazing
Tues. 4/21 – Edible Earth, zero waste cooking
Tues. 5/5 – Blooms & Brew Tea Party
Tues. 5/ 19 – Farmers Market Finds
Please register and pay through their website.
Drop-In $42/day [Self-Pay or Step Up Direct Bill]
Sibling Discounts: Second Child (10%), Third Child (10%), Any Additional Child (10%)

Project Rock: Homeschoolers
2026-02-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Project Rock, 3580 N Andrews Ave, Oakland Park, FL, 33309, United States
Home Schoolers:
Come c,limb with a guide. During this 2 hour period of time you will be provided with all of the gear and instruction to get to the top of the routes and progress on a path of learning new skills both physically and mentally. On a 1 to 5 guide to climber ratio, guides will take the kids through the art of climbing routes up to 60 feet tall. The cost for this class is $25 if using the projectROCK team to belay, or $13 if parent belays for their child.
**Parents, want to learn to belay? Sign up with James for a lesson, for $13 during Homeschool Tuesday
No pre-registration required. Pay in person @ Project Rock.
Classes every 1st & 3rd Tuesday
Dates for homeschool classes:
January 6th and 20th
February 3rd and 17th
March 3rd and 17th
April 7th and 21st
May 5th and 19th

EK Youth Fishing Homeschool Program Registration Open
2026-02-17 | Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek, FL, 33073, United States
Priority Registration
General Registration
The EK Youth Fishing Homeschool Program is a hands-on, nature-based learning experience designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of fishing while fostering a deeper connection to the outdoors. Built specifically for homeschool families, the program combines science, environmental education, and practical outdoor skills into a fun and engaging format. Students learn the basics of fishing, including knot tying, baiting hooks, casting techniques, fish identification, and water safety. Lessons also cover ecology, conservation, and the importance of respecting natural habitats, giving students an understanding of how humans and aquatic life are connected within an ecosystem.
The program encourages curiosity, patience, and responsibility, helping children gain confidence as they practice new skills. Through guided instruction and supervised fishing sessions, students experience the excitement of catching fish while learning valuable life lessons in perseverance and teamwork. Each session blends academic concepts—such as biology, environmental science, and even elements of math—with practical, real-world applications that make learning both meaningful and memorable.
Whats Included:
​SA Fishing Straw Hat
SA Face Shield
Cotton T-Shirt
Kayaks / PFD’s
Tackle / Equipment
Bait / Artificial’s
Rod & Reel (if needed)​
Keepsake Photo

Every Tuesday or Friday Join the fishing fun:
We start with a team meeting to go over the day’s plan.
Under the guidance of a experienced licensed, and screened Fishing Coaches, kids experience what it takes to fish on Kayaks, Jon Boats, on land (different shoreline scenario’s for casting) & more while building team-work skills in a fun and safe environment.
There will be guest speakers and teachers on designated days.
All registered kids receive a Short Sleeve cotton “EK Youth Fishing” Shirt and Straw Fishing Hat.
All equipment is included for the kids to use such as Nautical Ventures Kayak fleet, equipment, bait, and tackle. It is encouraged for kids to bring their own Rod and Reel, but if kids don’t have it, we will provide them as well.
Our daily schedule is as follows:
9:00am Drop off and check in
9:15am Meet Coaches and team members, go over safety briefing and go over the days plans
9:30am -1pm Fishing and Fun on Jon Boats, Kayaks and on land with a lunch break from 11am-11:30am
1:00pm Pickups
Space is limited with 3 groups of 10 for a total of 30 kids max. Each group consisting of a fishing coach. space is limited!
What Kids Learn:
EK Youth Fishing Homeschool program is designed for kids 5-12 years of age with any level of fishing experience. No experience needed as we love being a child’s first exposure to what often becomes a life-long passion.
Kids learn Kayak Fishing and safety, rod/reel selection, knot tying, bait rigging, hooking live bait, techniques on using live bait and lures (aka artificial baits), tackle, land fishing and techniques, casting, catching bait, using different equipment for fishing, navigation skills, species identification and targeting, and reeling in and catching fish with photos available by request for parents and kids to keep.
Our goal is to teach kids life long fishing skills in a fun and safe environment.

Winter Session is Full! Upcoming schedule as follows in 2026
Spring: March 17th – May 8th
Summer: May 26th – July 17
Fall: Oct 6th – Dec 4th
Each Session is 8 weeks and we meet on Tuesdays or Fridays at Tradewinds Park.
Address: 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, FL 33073
**This Is A Step Up For Students Direct Pay Provider***
*Self Pay welcomed *
Please register and/or pay through their website.
$650.00 Per 8 week session / 4 hrs per class

DIY Teen Craft for Women's History Month
2026-02-16 17:45 - 18:45 | Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch, 10500 West Oakland Park Boulevard, Sunrise, FL, 33351, United States
Wednesday, March 04
5:45pm – 6:45pm
Join the teen host in honor of Women’s History Month. Teen host will have a presentation on woman history before doing craft with attendees.
Register on their website, link below

ART HISTORY IN THE PARK
2026-02-16 10:00 - 14:00 | SNYDER PARK, 3299 Southwest 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33315, United States
Monthly Art History Co-op from 10am-2pm
Join us for our Spring 2026 series—Art as Voice, Color, and Place. Together we’ll explore five extraordinary artists who show us how creativity can tell stories, spark joy, honor memory, and transform the world around us. From Artemisia Gentileschi’s powerful Baroque paintings to Alma Thomas’ joyful bursts of color, Jacob Lawrence’s vibrant histories, Louise Bourgeois’ deeply personal sculptures, and the monumental environmental works of Christo and Jeanne-Claude right here in South Florida — each month offers a new window into art and life.
Mark your calendars for our Monday gatherings, and get ready for another season of learning, making, and celebrating together under the trees.

Workshop Dates:
January 26 – Artemisia Gentileschi
Painting stories of strength and resilience
February 16 – Alma Thomas
Dancing with color, rhythm, and light
March 9 – Jacob Lawrence
Telling the stories of history and community
April 20 – Louise Bourgeois
Shaping memory and emotion into form
May 18 – Christo and Jeanne-Claude
Transforming landscapes into living art
Spring Season Pass Options (only 1 pass needed per family)
Our Spring Season Pass welcomes your entire family into all 5 workshops from January through May, plus early access to special gatherings and field trips as they arise. Note there is also a partial pass available to attend 3 workshops.
The tiers below offer different ways to support the real costs behind these experiences — choose what feels right for you. 🌿
I Can’t Donate at This Time — $1
Covers a symbolic portion of the season’s costs.
Partial Season Pass (3 Workshops) — $75
If you know in advance that you’ll be traveling or unable to attend the full season, the Partial Season Pass allows your family to join any 3 workshops between January and May. This option helps us plan ahead for materials while offering flexibility for families with changing schedules.
Season Supporter — $85
Covers about 25% of the true seasonal cost for your family. Supports core materials and basic preparation.
Program Sustainer — $115
Covers about 35–40% of the true seasonal cost.
Supports deeper materials, planning time, and workshop design.
Community Builder — $135
Covers about 50% of the true seasonal cost.
Supports additional supplies, Living Gallery installations, and accessibility for all families.
Program Champion — $195
Covers about 75% of the true seasonal cost.
Helps fund the deeper work behind AHP — strengthening community partnerships and supporting long-term sustainability.
Please note: When the pass is spread across the season, suggested contributions range from about $17–$39 per workshop per family, depending on the tier.
Art History in the Park is a true co-op. When you register, you are committing to:
Attend with your child(ren) (this is not a drop-off program).
Help set up, tidy up, or assist as needed.
Engage alongside your children in art-making and discussion.
Thank you for being an active part of this shared learning community!
*Space is limited—advance registration required. Please sign up through link below.

SAINTS of Florida Homeschool P.E. Registration Opens for Session 4
2026-02-16 | Multiple parks around Broward County
Session 4 classes begin March 8th, 2026 🤗

SAINTS of Florida Homeschool P.E. is a professional, structured, Christ-centered physical education program for homeschool students ages 5–18, led by trained instructors and designed to build skills and confidence through a wide range of sports and fitness activities (including options like archery, basketball, soccer, track & field, and more).

They offer morning and afternoon classes at multiple locations around Broward County. Check there website to get additional information about registering. Share this event with a friend!!

Session #4 classes are from 3/8/2026- 5/9/2026.
SIGN UP AND PAY THROUGH THE LINK BELOW

BEACH CLEAN UP
2026-02-14 08:00 - 11:00 | 300 South Fort Lauderdale Beach BoulevardFort Lauderdale, FL, 33304, 300 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
Let’s come together to keep our South Florida beaches clean!
Join us on the second Saturday of each month for Fort Lauderdale Beach Sweep.
We meet at 300 S. Lauderdale Beach Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale from 8 am to 11 am.
Free Parking For Volunteers!
Please RSVP through link below to be notified of any updates.
