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All aboard! The Gold Coast Railroad Museum offers free admission on the first Saturday of every month, so get the family or friends together and head on out! The museum, at 12450 SW 152nd St. (next to Zoo Miami) houses historic trains as well as a number of interactive displays. Hours are 10 a.m. to …

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If you’re on a quest to discover a place where you can take the kids and enjoy the day for next to nothing, then the Gumbo Limbo Natu ere Center in Boca Raton is definitely a place for the whole family to enjoy an authentic outdoor Florida adventure. Sunday, June 7, from 11 a.m. to …

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Juneteenth marks the emancipation of those who were enslaved in the United States. It is about learning new ways to promote economic empowerment in the Black community and sharing ideas to address racial disparities. It is not only a time for commemorating the end of slavery and honoring Black history and its rich heritage, but it is …

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Popular Jazz Brunch events offer an afternoon of free outdoor entertainment along scenic Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale. The events are usually 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on first Sundays, with performers at different points along Riverwalk and Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. Jazz Brunch If you’d like, bring your own picnic or …

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The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum offers Free Fun Saturdays on the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring free admission for all, themed arts & crafts, and family activities. Located at 71 N. Federal Highway, the events often include scavenger hunts, face painting, and special workshops. RSVP to reseerve …

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This Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21, 2026, Mounts Botanical Garden invites families to celebrate Dad during Classic Rides & Cool Vibes, a family-friendly outing featuring a showcase of classic and vintage automobiles, a Great Lawn cookout, live DJ entertainment, and lawn games in the Garden. Designed as a multi-generational way to spend the day together …

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Camp out for family fun this summer at AMC Theatres! Families can enjoy lots of family-friendly movies at a discounted price, all summer long.  The largest theatrical exhibitor in the U.S. is bringing back its AMC Summer Movie Camp for Summer 2026. From June 22 to Aug. 12, 2026, frugal families enjoy a kid-friendly flick every Monday and Wednesday at just $3 …

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There is a statewide initiative being promoted by the Florida Department of Education that uses New Worlds Reading’s books and activities to support students in strengthening literacy skills, building reading confidence, and nurturing a lifelong love of reading. Each month during the school year, eligible children receive a free book tailored to their interests with …

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Summer heat means there’s plenty of time to do what Floridians love to do best – play in the water! Marco-Polo — Splish-Splash, come on in, the water’s fine. Grab your swimsuits, it’s time for some aquatic fun under sunny South Florida skies. While some pools, like those at the YMCAs, are usually open year-round, …

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Sweet potato pie. Performances. Food vendors. Juneteenth festivities in Pompano Beach include the Blues and Sweet Potato Pie Festival. In 2026, the festival is 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 13, and entry is free. It’s at Apollo Park, 1580 NW Third  Avenue, Pompano Beach 33060. The event includes games and face painting for …

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