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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. Jobi performs at Art After Dark: Friday, March 27, 2026, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Jobi is a dynamic vocalist and performer whose sound …

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The Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce will present the annual Delray Affair Friday, April 10, through Sunday, April 12, 2026, along Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Delray Beach. This event is free to attend. Vendor prices vary. Nicknamed the “Greatest Show under the Delray Sun”, the Delray Affair is one of the largest arts and …

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Northwood Village in West Palm Beach is hosting a free night of fun, food and family festivities, plus shopping opportunities, with holiday lights, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from local artisans, and festive live entertainment. Nights in Northwood Village When: Friday, March 27, June 26, Sept. 25, and Nov. 27, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. Where: …

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Spring has sprung! That means it’s a great time spend outdoors and we’ve found some really fun things for you to and see in Palm Beach County durning the month of April, 2026. Here’s what else is in store this month.  Easter events countywide Easter egg hunts & bunny photos in greater Palm Beach Florida …

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Are you ready for a community pep rally with the Stanley Cup Panthers? Then, take the family and party with the Cats! It’s a free treat! Old School Square is hosting a free community block party with live music, games, food trucks and appearances by the Florida Panthers Dance Team and Mascot. Panthers Block Party  …

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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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The Good Day Market is a free curated, outdoor community Sunday market hosted in Boynton Beach and Delray Beach. It’s a farmers market, but with so much more. They not only highlight small and local businesses, but also offer handmade goods, artisan products, boutique finds, vintage pieces, art, plants, specialty food, drinks, entertainment and activities …

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All People’s Day Diversity Festival will once again be held indoors at Pompey Park. This is a FREE event, with free admission, free entertainment and free food, while supplies last. All People’s Day Diversity Festival When: Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Where: Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd St., Delray Beach. Cost: …

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How Deep is Your Love? 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: Bee Gees Now, a tribute band on Thursday, March 19, at 6:30 p.m. Food Truck & Music, plus Lakeside Market When: Thursday, from 5 to 9 …

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If you love Italian food, but also enjoy the music, art and cultural traditions. Here’s a chance to really have some fun. The Galbani Festa Italiana of Wellington is a two-day Italian festival that features live entertainment, food and beverages, plus shopping. There’s even a cooking stage. What: Festa Italiana of Wellington When: Friday, Saturday …

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