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Mary Lou Cruz

Mary Lou worked for the South Florida Sun Sentinel for 21 years. She was a special sections writer in the advertising department for 7 years and worked in the newsroom for 14 years. Before her newspaper career, she worked in the airline and travel industry and has lived in Brazil, Puerto Rico and vacationed in more than 25 countries. Motto: "Learning to live a frugal lifestyle is both an art and a science." She can be reached at marylou@miamionthecheap.com.

Each week, after regular hours, the Norton Museum of Art presents a new experience, with an eclectic mix of live performances, film screenings, workshops, tours, and more, called Art After Dark. Bangers and Mash: Cranking out original songs or completely skewering a classic, “BAM” gives it all they’ve got, all the time. They’ll keep you …

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Get ready to travel back from the future, and dress up as your favorite ’80s celebrity, rock star or movie character. There will be a Delorean Time Machine, 2-Stages of nonstop entertainment featuring ’80s tribute bands, roving characters, a Kid’s Fun Zone and vendors to shop and explore. Royal Palm Beach Seafood Festival, Royal Palm …

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Take advantage of this ongoing series of free concerts under the stars, with food trucks and vendors, plus pop-up family events in 2026. Free: U2 tribute band by UV, Saturday, March 14, at 7:30 p.m. Food Truck & Music, plus Lakeside Market When: Thursday, from 5 to 9 p.m.; concert at 6:30 p.m. Where: Wellington …

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Forget about painting the town red, soon it will be time to whip out your favorite green apparel for a St. Patrick’s Day parade in Delray Beach. The Parade is set and entry for the festivities is free. Parade: When: Saturday, March 14, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m. Where: West along Atlantic Avenue from …

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Palm Beach Pride events for 2026 in Lake Worth are expected to attract more than 30,000 visitors. And if you buy your tickets early, you can save $5 if purchased by March 27. Festival: Saturday, March 28, 2026, noon to 6 p.m. Features live performances and entertainment suitable for all ages, but also more than …

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Cheers to 100 Years!  Boca Street Fest will mark 100 years with Centennial Celebrations that include  live music, local flavors and unique vendors. The festival promises something for everyone. Admission is free. When: Saturday, March. 28, 2026, from noon to 4 p.m. Where: Mizner Park, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton Get ready to continue the city’s …

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Based on the bestselling novel by Andy Weir, this highly anticipated sci-fi adventure, stars Ryan Gosling. Complimentary passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Project Hail Mary (PG-13) Aventura When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Where: IMAX at AMC Aventura, 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura FREE pass here!   Note: Remember that a …

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From food and music festivals to art and nature vendor fairs, here’s our guide to some of the popular free and cheap events in March in the Palm Beaches for 2026.  Festivals & events in greater Palm Beach Multicultural Youth Art Festival, Delray Beach Friday, March 6, 2026, from 4 to 9 p.m. at Old …

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Delray Beach is hosting a free family movie night in February and March. Take a blanket or chair, grab your favorite snacks, and get ready for a cozy night of laughs, food, and fun under the stars. Movies at The Square Thursday, March 19, 2026: Inside Out Where: Amphitheatre at Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton …

Read More about Free: Movies at The Square, Delray Beach, March 19

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