Michelle Kaplan

If you love books, storytelling and live performances, the Our Voices: Festival of Words brings a full day of free activities to Fort Lauderdale. The last day of the festival is a free outdoor community event featuring author talks, spoken word, music, workshops and kids’ programming — all centered on literacy, culture and community. The …

For folks who adore hanging out with their furry friends, some festivals and events in Broward are designed for people and pets.  Often the events include wonderful pets available for adoption.  Pet events in 2026 include  Doggy Fest  Dogs with talent, vendors, and pooches for adoption are featured at Doggy Fest at Tarpon River Brewing …

Pembroke Pines is throwing a rockin’ party and the public is welcome to participate in the festivities.  Pines Day event in 2026 is  5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 26, and entry is free.  Festivities include: roller rink with DJ auto show  5:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. local talented youth performers  activities  photo ops  …

This year, not only will there be a morning public beach cleanup, but also a catwalk fashion show from Resource Depot, plus interactive Earth Day activities in the afteroon. Earth Day festivities When: Saturday, April 25, 2026 Where: Loggerhead Marinelife Center, 14200 US-1, Juno Beach, Features: 8:30 a.m. beach cleanup; 11 a.m.: Resource Depot Student Catwalk …

For art aficionados and folks interested in free things to do, the Coral Springs Museum of Art offers free entry every day to browse the exhibits and displays.  The venue offers occasional Art@Night happy hour events with activities, exhibits and entertainment.  Featured event  Art@Night indoor garden party in 2026 is 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. …

The long-running, popular – and free – Jazz at MOCA has been a fixture in the North Miami community and Miami’s music scene for more than two decades. The monthly event presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami features an exciting lineup of South Florida musicians playing on the last Friday of every …

It’s time for a pizza party on a budget, thanks to this offer from Domino’s.  Any way you slice it, this one-week-only deal is topped with lots of tasty savings.  Photo: Domino’s From April 20 to 26, 2026, the popular pizza chain is offering 50% off all pizzas at menu price at participating locations. The …

This event not only fosters youth leadership and community engagement, but also will recognize the high-school students who helped organize this day. It will feature fun, learning, and connection. while showcasing local non-profits, emergency services, and a special youth talent show.   What: “Day of the Youth” When: Friday, May 1, 2026, from 6:30 to …

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s FREE Comic Book Day! And, this year, comic book fans – in galaxies near and far – are celebrating more than 20 years of the annual giveaway.  FREE Comic Book Day is the biggest event in the comic book industry — a single day when participating comic book specialty …

MOSAIC Palm Beach, taking place throughout Palm Beach County in May, offers deals and discounts to a variety of performances, museums, galleries, gardens and more.

This year’s 561 Music Festival once again promises nonstop music flowing, as well as dozens of beers on tap and food trucks and art vendors on site; prices vary. FREE admission gets you 30 bands on 3 stages. No tickets required. This festival is completely free to attend for all ages and is open to …