COACHMAN PARK Preschoolers Largo Central Park has one of the most vibrant playgrounds around, with cool features like a sand-digging pit, a mini rock climbing structure, synthetic turf and a neat forest theme. The Largo Public Library next door is also top notch, with a great kids section where your little ones can browse their own literary gems. A St. Pete standby for decades now, the Great Explorations Children’s Museum is perfect for toddlers and their developing imaginations, with interactive play areas that foster creativity and learning. Plus, it’s an air-conditioned relief during the summer months. Let your toddlers express their artistic flair at the Morean Arts Center’s Saturdays at the Morean series. It’s an awesome free program that hosts five families at a time every Saturday at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Call 727-822-7872 to preregister and secure your spot. And over at the Morean Center for Clay , in the historic train station building in St. Pete, there’s a free clay crafting event every Sunday for kids of all ages. �lementary-aged Take the ever-curious elementary school crowd to the Chihuly Collection in St. Pete. The glass museum with works from renowned artist Dale Chihuly is beautiful and educational. Your ticket also gets you admission to the live glass demon-stration at the Morean Glass Studio, where at certain times of day you can watch a 30-minute demonstration of glassblowers making a new piece of art right in front of you. Clearwater’s Coachman Park is the perfect place to let everyone play. From a pirate-themed play-ground ideal for kids over age 5 to breathtaking waterfront views that can be enjoyed by all, it’s a stunning spot to spend a morning. With two climbing structures, slides, a sand pit, a raised catwalk and lots of accessibility-friendly features, ST. PETE PIER VISITSPC .COM 95