Michelle Kaplan

Taking advantage of Miami’s spring weather before the summer heat sets in means the outdoor concerts and events are in high gear. The free Jazzin’ in the Grove Spring Swing concert at Ambrister Park on Saturday, April 25 from 4:30-9 p.m. is a perfect example of that! The lineup includes Miami’s beloved jazz vocalist Nicole …

The Armour Dance Theatre and Miami Children’s Chorus are part of a collaborative performance on Saturday, April 25 at 8 p.m. at YoungArts Campus in Downtown Miami.  Students from the dance troupe and musical choir will join forces to present a show combining the rhythm of music and dance to the backdrop of light of …

Located inside Wynwood’s Bakehouse Art Complex, Bookleggers Library hosts a monthly Story Time for Kids every last Saturday of the month at 12:30 p.m. RSVP here. Tailored for kids ages 3-8 years old, the event features local actors, artists and friends of the Bookleggers family taking on storytelling duties. Parents and kids are encouraged to …

The Moss Center is hosting several Party on the Plaza events with free admission and free music, plus food and beverage vendors. Tickets are usually available a week before the concert but it’s not unusual for seats to sell out quickly.  Next up: The Boneshakers on Friday, April 24 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tickets will be …

Don’t get it twisted; the best way to celebrate National Pretzel Day is to enjoy lots of salty savings at many popular shops around the country.  Whether you’re a fan of Auntie Anne or go weak over Wetzel’s Pretzels, you can enjoy the popular snack without spending lots of dough on April 26, 2026.  With …

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 …

If you love fresh Mexican food, mark your calendar because this special deal doesn’t come around very often. Zona Fresca to celebrate 25 years with $2.50 specials on Friday and Saturday, April 24-25. To celebrate 25 years and thank the Fort Lauderdale community, Zona Fresca will offer $2.50 street tacos, $2.50 ceviche, $2.50 beers, and $2.50 …

Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts and deals to have fun in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties this week.

Reducing water waste is kind to your wallet. And to the planet. As an incentive to replace old toilets with fresher versions that save water, rebates are offered to eligible Broward residents. The Broward Water Partnership offers rebates of $125 per toilet when replacing an older model with a more efficient, low-flow, WaterSense-rated toilet. Eligible …

Pull out your favorite flip flops. If you’re interested in volunteering to protect the ocean from plastic discards and other marine litter, some events in Broward include pick-up projects at the beach.  Dania Beach  Dania Beach is offering a beach litter pick-up event 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, April 20, at Ocean Park Beach,  …

For fun, free outdoor excursions, lots of people delight in nature walks in parks.  For extra fun, direct your attention on birds. If you’re interested in bird watching or birding, libraries in Broward and greater Palm Beach loan equipment for free.  Sierra Taliaferro, a parks naturalist in Broward, offers some information on the delightful activity. “All …