Hurricane Preparation Discount at Lowes

Since there is no Florida sales tax holiday this year (add that to the list of have-nots), the manager of Lowe's in West Boca has asked to spread the word about a 10% discount to be taken at all Florida locations during the event period of May 1 - June 9, 2008. Such deals include:
10% off 3250 & 5000 Watt Generators
10% off Special Order Storm Shutters & Panels
10% off All Impact Patio Doors
10% off All Centurion Stand by Generators
10% off All Instock and Special Order High Impact Windows
10% off All flashlights, batteries, NOAA Radios, gas cans, and tarps
10% Generator Cord #16634
10% off Energy Star Ceiling Fans, qualified appliance, air conditioners, CFL light bulbs
10% off your first purchase on a new Lowes Credit Card

June 2008: Things to Do With Your Family & Kids Around Boca

Boca Mom's List of Activities for June, 2008.

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Please call to verify times and to check for cancellations. If you have an event you would like to add, email me. Check back often for updates as events will be added/deleted to this list. We hope to see you around town!

There are a lot of indoor types of things this month, perhaps due to the sweltering heat . . .

Sundays-Fridays, 2:30 p.m. Feeding at the Tanks at Gumbo LimboNature Center. 1801 No. Ocean Blvd. Call 338-1473. All ages. Witness a feeding frenzy at the tanks filled with sharks, sea turtles, and fish. No fee.

Saturdays, 11:30 a.m., Feeding at the Tanks at Gumbo Limbo. All ages. No fee.

Friday, June 6, 7 p.m. Five Star Broadway Concert at Mizner Park. Bring your lawn chairs and pack a picnic for this free concert.

Saturday, June 7, 10a.m.-noon, Adventures in Marine Biology at Gumbo Limbo. Reservations Required. Call 338-1473. Ages 13-17. Explore the world of jeely fish and coral. $6 per person for member, $9 per person for nonmember.

Saturday, June 7, 10:30 a.m. Shark Feedings at Sandoway Nature Center, 142 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray, Call 274-7263. All ages. $4 admission fee. See what Reef Fish, Nurse Sharks and a Florida Spiny Lobster like to eat.

Saturday, June 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Create Paper Flowers & Chenille Stem Bugs at Michaels, Glades Rd. Create 2 projects for free! Make your own paper flowers and chenille stem bugs powered by Klutz Chicken Socks.

Saturday, June 7, 7 p.m., Caroline Hope Band, Sunset Cove Amphitheater,

Monday, June 9, 7-7:30 p.m., Drop-In Story Time at Downtown Boca Raton Library, 200 NW Boca Raton Blvd. (2nd Ave) Call 393-7968. Adult must accompany child.

Monday, June 9, 6:30 p.m., Murder Mystery Theater, Southwest County Regional Library, 20701 95th Ave. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grades 6 & up. Actors, directors, and stage hands needed to participate in an original murder mystery play.

Monday, June 9, 7:30 p.m. Shaja Yoga at Southwest County Regional Library, 20701 95 Ave So. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grades 6 & up. wear loose clothing and bring a mat.

Tuesday, June 10, 3:30 p.m. Dan Chistopher at Southwest County Regional Library, 20701 95 Ave So. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Pre-K & up. Dan Christopher is a ventriloquist, magician, and funny guy. he will dazzle kids with his puppet pals. Free.

Wednesday, June 11, 4-5:30 p.m., Family Jump Time at Pump it Up! Reservations recommended. Call: 954-344-9727. $8 per person. Wear socks.

Wednesday, June 11, 6:30 p.m. Hip Hop Dance Classes at Southwest County Regional Library, 20701 95 Ave So. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grades 6 & up. Sign up for this 8 week course taught by a profession dance instructor. Wear sneakers and loose clothing.

Wednesday, June 11, 4 p.m. Young Artists Workshop at Southwest County Regional Library, Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grades 3-5.

Wednesday, June 11, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tweens Movie Mania at Spanish River Library. Ages 9-12. Movie titles TBA. Free pizza & drinks provided.

Wednesday, June 11, Pearl Jam at Cruzan Amphitheater. Call: 561-795-8883.

Thursday, June 12, 9 a.m., Walk With the Animals at Wakodahatchee Wetlands. 13026 Jog Road, Delray Beach. Call 561-493-6000. A 3.25 mile boardwalk winds through 3 of the wetland's ponds.

Thursday, June 12, 9:30-11 a.m., Beach Treasure Walk at Gumbo Limbo. Reservations Required. Call 338-1473. All ages. r

Thursday, June 12, 1-2:30 p.m. Pop-In Pre-K Play Time at Pump It Up! Call: 954-344-9727 Ages 2-6. $8 per child. Wear socks.

Thursday, June 12, 3 p.m. Science & Nature Club at Southwest County Regional Library. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grades K-2. 45 minute, 4 week workshop. Discover the world around you with stories, projects, and cool experiments.

Thursday, June 12, 4 p.m. Video Gaming Club at Southwest County Regional Library. Grades 3-5. Play popular PS2 and PS3 games each week.

Thursday, June 12, 6:30-8 p.m., Summer Reading Kickoff Party at Spanish River Library. Call 393-7582.

Thursday, June 12, 6:30 p.m. Science Magic at Southwest County Regional Library, 20701 95 Ave So. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grades 6 & up. Learn how magical and fun science can be.

Friday, June 13, 1-3:30 p.m., Solar Science at Gumbo Limbo. Reservations Required. Call 338-1473. Ages 7 & up. An adult must participate with child. Meet at Gumbo Limbo and travel to FAU for a science lecture, Then climb up the stairs to the observatory and see stars up close. $6 per member, $9 per non-member.

Saturday, June 14, 2 p.m., Mammals at Daggerwing Nature Center, 11200 Park Access Rd. Reservations required. Call: 561-629-8760. All ages, $3 per participant. Learn about mammals, and touch a skunk (p-u!)

Saturday, June 14, 10a.m.-12 p.m. Create a Sea Life Canvas Tote at Michaels, Glades Rd. Ages 5–12. $5 per child—supplies included. With a few paints and a stencil, create a bag that’s perfect for toting stuff to sports events, ballet, music lessons, etc. Kids are invited to join 30-minute sessions at 10am, 10:30am, 11am or 11:30am.

Saturday, June 14, 10:30 a.m. Shark Feedings at Sandoway Nature Center, 142 S. Ocean Blvd. Delray Beach. Call 274-7263. All ages. $4 admission fee.

Sunday, June 15, 11 am, Morning Movie Madness at Sugar Sand Community Center. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance. Call: 561-347-3948. Cost: $1 per person (includes popcorn & drink). “Space Jam”. An amusement park owner decides that the Looney Tunes characters would make great attractions for his park.

Monday, June 16, 7-7:30 p.m., Drop-In Story Time at Downtown Boca Raton Library. All ages. Adult must accompany child. Free!

Monday June 16, 7:30 p.m. Basic Woodworking at Southwest County Regional Library, 20701 95 Ave So. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grades 6 & up. Make your own wood project with mirror. 60 minute course.

Thursday, June 17, 1-3 p.m., Coexisting with Wildlife at Gumbo Limbo. Reservations Required. Call 338-1473. Ages 7-12. $6 for member, $9 for non-member. Learn about the wildlife around us.

Tuesday, June 17, 10-10:30 a.m., Drop-In Story Time at Spanish River Library. All ages. Adult must accompany child. Free!

Tuesday, June 17, 10-11:30 a.m. Pop-In Pre-K Play Time at Pump It Up! Call: 954-344-9727. Ages 2-6. $8 per child. Wear socks.

Tuesday, June 17, 2:30 p.m. Snakes at Daggerwing Nature Center, 11200 Park Access Rd. Reservations are Required. Call: 561-629-8760. Ages 3-6, $4 per participant. Learn about snakes.

Tuesday, June 17, 3:30 p.m. Recycling for a Better World at Southwest County Regional Library. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grades K & up. Hands on activities presented by the SWA.

Tuesday, June 17, 7:30 p.m., Melissa Ethridge at Mizner Park. Tickets may be purchased at livenation.com or Ticketmaster at 561-966-3309.

Wednesday, June 18, 1:30 p.m. Munch n’ Movie at Spanish River Library. Munchies & a family movie will be served. Free!

Wednesday, June 18, 7 p.m. Open Mic Night at Willow Theater at Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail. Registration is Required. Call: 561-347-3948. Ages 12 & up. 20 singers and stand up comedians, get your 5 minutes of fame!

Thursday, June 19, 3-4:30 p.m., Nature in Miniature at Gumbo Limbo. Reservations Required. Call 338-1473. Ages 7-12. $6 for child member, $9 per child non-member. Look thru a microspoe and discover the tiny wonders of nature.
Thursday, June 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Tweens Craft at Downtown Boca Raton Library. Registration is Required. Call 393-7968. Ages 9-12. Turn an old CD case into a clock. Supplies are provided.

Thursday, June 19, 6:30 p.m. Gooey & Gross at Southwest County Regional Library, 20701 95 Ave So. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grade 6 & up. Learn about matter while mixing up gross and gooey concoctions. 60 minute course.

Friday, June 20, 3 p.m., Duck In the Truck at Downtown Boca Raton Library. Puppet fun! Adult must accompany child. Free!

Friday, June 20, 3 p.m., Scott Humson at Spanish River Library. Music, magic, comedy & fun. All ages. Adult must accompany child. Free!

Thursday, June 20, 4-6 p.m., Dune Crossing at Gumbo Limbo. Reservations Required. Call 338-1473. Ages 7 & up. $4 for member, $6 for non-member. Local dunes are covered with amazing flowers & shrubs. Wear comfotable clothing and sunscreen.

Friday, June 20, 7 p.m., Summer Music Series - Las Vegas Night at Mizner Park.

Friday, June 20, 8:30 p.m., Movie Night, Grease, Sunset Cove Amphitheater, 12551 Glades Road. (subject to change due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances)

Saturday, June 21, 10-10:30 a.m., Drop-In Saturday Story Times at Downtown Boca Raton Library AND at the Spanish River Library. All ages. Adult must accompany child. Free!


Saturday, June 21, 10:30 a.m. Story Time for Children with Special Needs at Southwest County Regional Library. Call 482-4554.

Monday, June 23, 7-7:30 p.m., Drop-In Story Time at Downtown Boca Raton Library. All ages. Adult must accompany child. Free!

Monday, June 23, 7:30 p.m. Pizza & Pages at Southwest County Regional Library, 20701 95 Ave So. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grades 6 & up. Discuss the book Skelling by D. Almond and enjoy pizza.

Tuesday, June 24, 10-10:30 a.m., Drop-In Story Time at Spanish River Library. All ages. Adult must accompany child. Free!

Tuesday, June 24, 10-11:30 a.m. Pop-In Pre-K Play Time at Pump It Up! Call: 954-344-9727. Ages 2-6. $8 per child. Wear socks.

Tuesday, June 24, 10:30 a.m. Shark Feedings at Sandoway Nature Center. All ages. $4 admission fee.

Tuesday, June 24, 3:30 p.m. Firefighter at Southwest County Regional Library. Registration Required. Call 482-4554. Grades K & up. Meet Elyse Brown from the PBC Fire Rescue and learn about fire & water safety. Create an art project and get a close up look at a fire engine.

Wednesday, June 25, 10:00 a.m. Kids Summer 2008 Film Series “Firehouse Dog” Deerfield Mall, Sunrise 11, and Intracoastal Mall Cinemas. Admission is 50 cents for family favorites playing each Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. this summer! “Firehouse Dog” is about Rex, Hollywood's top K-9 star, who gets lost and is reluctantly adopted by a defiant boy, whose father is the fire chief of a rundown station.

Wednesday, June 25, 1:30 p.m. Munch n’ Movie at Spanish River Library. Munchies & a family movie will be served. Free!

Wednesday, June 25, 4-5:30 p.m., Family Jump Time at Pump it Up! Reservations recommended. Call: 954-344-9727. $8 per person. Wear socks.

Wednesday, June 25, 4:30-6:00 p.m., Tweens Board Game Day at Spanish River Library. Ages 9-12. Gather your buddies and play Monopoly, Uno, Clue, Life, etc.

Thursday, June 26, 9:30-11 a.m., Beach Treasure Walk at Gumbo Limbo. Reservations Required. Call 338-1473. All ages. $4 for member, $6 for non-member. Walk the red reef beach in seach of ocean treasure. Intro talk on seashells and animals that make them.

Thursday, June 26, 10-10:30 a.m., Drop-In Story Time at Downtown Boca Raton Library. All ages. Adult must accompany child. Free!

Thursday, June 26, 10:30 a.m. Shark Feedings at Sandoway Nature Center, All ages. $4 admission fee.

Thursday, June 26, 10-11:30 a.m. Pop-In Pre-K Play Time at Pump It Up! Call: 954-344-9727. Ages 2-6. $8 per child. Wear socks.

Friday, June 27, 3 p.m., Healthy Herb at Downtown Boca Raton Library. The expert in food, fitness & fun. Ages 5 and up. Adult must accompany child. Free!

Friday, June 27, 3 p.m., Duck In the Truck at the Spanish River Library. Puppet fun! Adult must accompany child. Free!

Saturday, June 28, 10-10:30 a.m., Drop-In Saturday Story Times at Downtown Boca Raton Library AND at the Spanish River Library All ages. Adult must accompany child. Free!

Saturday, June 28, 10:30 a.m. Shark Feedings at Sandoway Nature Center, All ages. $4 admission fee.

Saturday, June 28, 10 a.m., Story and Craft Time at Green Cay Wetlands. 12800 Hagen Ranch Road, Boynton Beach. Reservations are Required. Call 561-966-700. $1 per child. Ages 3 to 5. Stories, learning time, and make crafts about animals and other nature-related themes. Topics vary each month. (It’s Boynton, but it’s not too far)

Saturday, June 28, 11 a.m. Family Storytime at Barnes & Noble, Glades Rd. Free. They will read Shel Silverstein's newest Don't Bump the Gump & Other Fantasies, and learn about recognizing your wild side in Where the Wild Things Are.

Monday, June 30, 7-7:30 p.m., Drop-In Story Time at Downtown Boca Raton Library. All ages. Adult must accompany child. Free!

Monday, June 30, 7:30 p.m., Totally Tie-Dye at Southwest County Regional Library. Registration Required. Call 561-482-4554. Grades 6 & up. Bring a clean white tee shirt or other small material for a tie-dye festival. be prepared to get messy.

What to Expect When You're Expecting Gets a Face Lift

The pregnancy bible that many of us once consulted, What to Expect When You’re Expecting, has finally undergone a face lift. The familiar, dowdy-looking mama that once graced the cover wearing a pilly sweater and sitting in grandma’s rocking chair has moved out of the picture and has been replaced by a standing hip mama, sporting jeans and a tight fitting top spotlighting her bump. I don’t know about you, but when I first became pregnant 4 years ago, I immediately picked up What to Expect and starting reading up on what I should be feeling at every stage of my pregnancy, searching for answers as to why I developed a super-hero’s sense of smell or to justify my cravings for McDonald’s fries. I always thought that the sketch on the cover of the mom-to-be with her blank stare looked plain bored with life. I’m so glad they replaced her.

In addition to the changes on the cover, the authors supposedly updated the contents, and hopefully, made things a bit more sensitive to the target audience. (Does a pregnant woman really need to read about all the scary stuff while she ponders her swollen ankles or loss of balance. I think not). Anyway, if anyone is reading the newest version, let me know what you think. Post your comments here!

Happ Mother's Day - Belated

I can’t get my act together to timely post, so accept my late, but good wishes.

I think Hallmark invented Mother’s Day. It is that time of year when that great card king tightens the clutches on the guilt-laden public, prompting the sale of Mother’s Day cards, flowers, chocolates, and other assorted good stuff, as well as that "Hi mom I’m alive" phone call from the older kiddies.

The only thing that I want for Mother’s Day is to sleep. Sleep has become an elusive concept. That refreshed feeling of a full night of slumber is a distant memory.

This year, sleep was not an option. I have a three year old, let’s call her Sassy (to protect her anonymity) and a three month old, I’ll refer to her as Sweet (she is too young to talk or exhibit any attitude). On Sunday, Sweet woke me up bright and early, whimpering to be nursed. Sassy soon hopped out of her bed, ran into my room, and demanded to watch her shows. I nursed Sweet, as the television and Mickey Mouse baby sat sassy (thank you Disney channel). Husband snored away, recuperating from a fever. I fell back asleep, only to be woken up again by Sassy, who insisted on eating M&Ms for breakfast. While I let her watch her morning shows, I do draw the line somewhere, and an M&M meal was not an option. At that point, I had to get out of bed. It was 7:02 a.m.

Sassy and my darling Husband decorated our home with a “Happy Mother’s Day Mommy!” banner covertly created by the two of them while I was not looking. Red streamers and balloons joined the decor. Husband, whose nose has been running faster than Flo-Jo, made blueberry pancakes and helped prepare a delicious dinner later on in the day. Yes, I am blessed to have a Husband who cooks!

Sassy gave me a plate splattered with colored scribble made at school. She happily presented me with the plate, wrapped in paper decorated with her little handprints and the various letters in her name. I opened the gift and marveled at her ingenuity and said, “I just love all the colors you chose. This is so special to me.” Sassy, responded, “Mommy I didn’t make it, but that’s okay,” and then ran off to play with her Lego set. I later discovered that the plate was made last week, when I kept Sassy home from school due to her being sick. A “ghost scribbler” made the plate – and if you know who you are - thank you!

So for all you moms out there, if you can, take a little well deserved snooze and think of me.

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May 2008: Things to Do With Your Kids Around Boca

Boca Mom's List of Activities for May, 2008.

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Please call ahead to verify times and to check for cancellations. If you have an event you would like to add, email me. Check back often for updates. We hope to see you around town!

Friday, May 9, 3:30 p.m. Amazing Acrobat at Downtown Boca Library 200 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd. (2nd Ave.) Call: 561-393-7968 Free. For Ages 3 and up. Paul Anderson the Amazing Circus Acrobat.

Saturday, May 10, 12-3 p.m. Bounce Around at Pump it Up! 5000-B Coconut Creek, Coconut Creek. Call: 954-344-9727. Have a bouncing good time at Pump it Up! Music, games, snow cones, Mother's Day Craft, balloon sculptures, t-shirt decorating (while supplies last). All activities are free. Kids try it out and get a free flowering plant for mom. Pizza available for purchase.

Saturday, May 10, 11 a.m.,Weekend Movie Madness at Sugar Sand Park Community Center. $1 per person (include popcorn & a drink). Tickets must be purchased in advance. Call: 561-347-3948. Adult must accompany child under age 12. "Sky High". The son of a legendary superhero was born without superpowers and must learn to find his inner powers to protect his family and friends from an evil villain.

Saturday, May 10, 11:00 a.m.-2 p.m. Free Day of Camp at Woodmont Summer Camp Boca Raton Lifetime Athletic Club. Reservation Required. Call 561-939-1393. Ages 3-15. (Little ones must be potty trained). Parents do not need to stay. Pack a bathing suit if they would like to swim. Lunch will be served.

Sunday, May 11, Mother's Day at Morikami Gardens 4000 Morikami Park Rd. Delray Beach. Call: 561-495-0233 The whole family can enjoy Japanese arts ad crafts.

Monday, May 12, 7-7:30 p.m., Drop-In Story Time at Downtown Boca Library 200 N.W. Boca Raton, Blvd. (2nd Ave) Call: 393-7968. Free. Adult must accompany child. Music, songs, and stories.

Tuesday, May 13, 4-5:30 p.m. Trails for Families at Gumbo Limbo 1801 No. Ocean Blvd. Reservations Required. Call: 561-338-1473. Ages 5 & up. Cost: member of Gumbo Limbo, $4, non-members, $6. Join the naturalist for a hike through sandy scrub or pine. Come prepared with outdoor clothing, sneakers or hiking shoes, insect repellent, sunscreen, and water. Meet Gumbo Limbo at the site of the month.

Thursday, May 15, 10:30-noon Boca’s Coastal Preserves at Gumbo Limbo 1801 No. Ocean Blvd. Reservations Required. Call: 561-338-1473. Ages 7 & up. Cost: member of Gumbo Limbo, $4, non-members, $6. Discover the walking trails and history of Boca’s barrier island parks. Bring lunch so you can picnic. Meet at Gumbo Limbo.

Friday, May 16, Dusk, Cinema at Mizner Park Free. See "Shrek the 3rd" under the Stars. Bring a picnic basket and lawn chairs.

Friday, May 16 at 8:30 p.m. Eyes to the Skies at Children's Science Explorium 300 S. Military Trail. Call: 561-347-3912. Meet up in the parking lot behind the Explorium. Explore the skies with a professional grade telescope. All children under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required – just show up. The telescope will be out for at least 1 hour, weather permitting. Local astronomers are invited to bring their own telescopes, too.

Saturday, May 17, 4-5:30 p.m. Butterflies for Families at Gumbo Limbo
1801 No. Ocean Blvd. Reservations Required. Call: 561-338-1473. Ages 5 & up. Cost: member of Gumbo Limbo, $4, non-members, $6. Join the naturalist for a hike through sandy scrub or pine. Come prepared with outdoor clothing, sneakers or hiking shoes, insect repellent, sunscreen, and water. Meet at Gumbo Limbo.

Monday, May 19, 8 p.m., Duran Duran at Mizner Park Amphitheater
Tickets can be purchased for this concert.

Monday, May 19, at 7-7:30 p.m. Drop-In Story Time at Downtown Boca Library200 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd. (2nd Ave.) Call: 561-393-7968 Free. Adult must accompany child. Music, fun finger plays, songs, and stories.

Tuesday, May 20, at 2:30 p.m. All About Butterflies at Daggerwing Nature Center 11200 Park Access Rd. Ages 3-6. $4 per participant.You must make a reservation. Call 561-629-8760Learn about butterflies. Visit the butterfly garden. Make your own butterfly to take home!

Tuesday, May 20, 7 p.m. Erykah Badu with the Roots at Mizner Park Amphitheater Tickets can be purchased for this concert.

Friday, May 23, 3-4:30 p.m., Beach Treasures Walk at Gumbo Limbo Reservations Required. Call 561-338-1473. All ages. Cost: member $4, non-member, $6. Walk the Red Reef Beach in search of ocean treasures.

Friday, May 23, 7 p.m. Movie Night at Sunset Cove Amphitheater"A Bug's Life"

Friday, May 23, 8 p.m. Lynrd Skynyrd at Mizner Park Amphitheater Tickets can be purchased for this concert.

Sunday, May 25, 7:30 p.m., Boca Ballet at Mizner Park Free!

Sunday, May 25, Awareness Festival at the YMCA of Boca Raton, 6631 Palmetto Cir. South Call: 561-317-1341. Music, entertainment, demonstrations. Proceeds to benefit the YMCA and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Monday, May 26, New Gardens Band Patriotic Music at Mizner Park Bring your lawn chair and listen to the music. Free!

Wednesday, May 28, Mizner Park Art Walk Stroll around and enjoy the art. Free.

Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs - Proper Clean Up & Disposal

In an effort to “go green” and lower our electric bills, we switched to compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs). By now, you are probably familiar with those twisty bulbs that are touted to use about 75% less electricity and last up to 10 times longer than traditional incandescent light bulbs. It was only recently that we became aware that CFLs contain mercury. Therefore, if a CFL breaks or needs to be disposed, special precautions need to be taken.
Recognizing the increasing popularity of CFLs, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has come up with recommendations for cleaning up after broken CFLs (www.epa.gov/mercury/spills). The EPA’s website provides the following guidelines:

Before Clean-up: Ventilate the Room
1. Have people and pets leave the room, and don’t let anyone walk through the breakage area on their way out.
2. Open a window and leave the room for 15 minutes or more.
3. Shut off the central forced-air heating/air conditioning system.
4. Clean-Up Steps for Hard Surfaces
5. Carefully scoop up glass fragments and powder using stiff paper or cardboard and place them in a glass jar with metal lid (such as a canning jar) or in a sealed plastic bag.
Use sticky tape, such as duct tape, to pick up any remaining small glass fragments and powder.
6. Wipe the area clean with damp paper towels or disposable wet wipes and place them in the glass jar or plastic bag.
7. Do not use a vacuum or broom to clean up the broken bulb on hard surfaces.

Clean-up Steps for Carpeting or Rug
1. Carefully pick up glass fragments and place them in a glass jar with metal lid (such as a canning jar) or in a sealed plastic bag.
2. Use sticky tape, such as duct tape, to pick up any remaining small glass fragments and powder.
3. If vacuuming is needed after all visible materials are removed, vacuum the area where the bulb was broken.
4. Remove the vacuum bag (or empty and wipe the canister), and put the bag or vacuum debris in a sealed plastic bag.

Disposal of Clean-up Materials
1. Immediately place all cleanup materials outside the building in a trash container or outdoor protected area for the next normal trash.
2. Wash your hands after disposing of the jars or plastic bags containing clean-up materials.
3. Check with your local or state government about disposal requirements in your specific area. Some states prohibit such trash disposal and require that broken and unbroken mercury-containing bulbs be taken to a local recycling center.

Future Cleaning of Carpeting or Rug: Ventilate the Room During and After Vacuuming
1. The next several times you vacuum, shut off the central forced-air heating/air conditioning system and open a window prior to vacuuming.
2. Keep the central heating/air conditioning system shut off and the window open for at least 15 minutes after vacuuming is completed.

Palm Beach County Solid Waste Authority’s Rules on Disposing of CFLs
Since much of the waste generated in Palm Beach County is incinerated, CFLs are not accepted curbside. The Palm Beach County Solid Waste Authority (SWA) advises that fluorescent lights be brought to any one of the SWA’s hazardous waste drop-off sites throughout Palm Beach County . These sites are listed in SWA’s website at www.swa.org, or you can call 561-697-2700 for more information and hours of operation. The South County drop-off site, which is closest to Boca Raton, is located at 1901 SW 4th Avenue, Delray Beach.

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