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Mary Lou Cruz

I worked at the South Florida Sun Sentinel for 21 years, as an Advertising Special Sections Writer; Editorial Systems Editor in Technology; and Editorial Assistant in the Newsroom. Before my newspaper career, I worked in the airline and travel industry and I have lived in Brazil, Puerto Rico and vacationed in more than 25 countries. Originally, I'm from Maryland. I moved to Florida in 1984 and raised my daughter in Miami. Email: events@SouthFloridaOnTheCheap.com.

Ready, set, shuck! That’s the call for everyone in South Florida who loves sweet corn to show up at the annual Sweet Corn Fiesta: When: Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Yesteryear Village at South Florida Fairgrounds Tickets: $5 for kids, $10 for adults; ride tickets $10-$15 There will be …

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The annual Chopin for All free concert series brings young top-tier pianists from around the globe to South Florida. These monthly events run November-May and always include Chopin’s music as part of the program. Everyone is invited to attend free of charge with RSVP: Final performances in May: Register for Saturday, May 18, 2024, at …

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Guitars Over Guns students to showcase all of the hard work they have put in during this school year at this Grad Jam event: What: Celebrating Success Through Music When: Saturday, May 4, from 1 to 5 p.m. Where: Miami Dade College, 500 College Terrace, Homestead Campus. Grad Jam will be held in the courtyard. …

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The upcoming Side-by-Side Concert is an opportunity for young instrumentalists, from grades 7 through 12, to perform alongside the New World Symphony Fellows. The public is invited to attend this special presentation for free in the Michael Tilson Thomas Performance Hall, on the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Stage, Miami Beach. When: Saturday, …

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The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach will host several after-hours Sunset Stroll events on select Thursdays in April, May, June and September of 2024. The event is from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The cost is $10 for guests, or $5 for children and members. Features: Taiko drum performances and fashion show, plus …

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The City of Aventura is offering free summer movies for kids in June, July and August. Seating is limited and not reserved. Admission is free but everyone must have a ticket, either online via Ticketmaster or in-person at the Center. Lobby opens at 10:30 a.m. What: Aventura Summer Family Film Series, 2024, Sundays at 11 …

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If you’re looking for something fun and educational to do outdoors, consider a bicycle tour through “The City Beautiful,” Coral Gables. The third Sunday of each month, The City of Coral Gables and the Coral Gables Museum will host a two-hour bike tour, with different monthly themes. The tour begins at 10 a.m. at the Coral Gables …

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Are you ready for a weekend of fashion, beauty, and art? From runway shows to interactive exhibitions, this event is a must for all fashion enthusiasts eager to discover the latest creations from designers.  What: ARTbition pop-up for Fashion Week! When: Saturday, April 27 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, April 28 11 a.m. to …

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SunFest is the annual art, music and entertainment extravaganza in South Florida. SunFest 2024 is set to take place the first weekend in May. Not only will there be floating bars, there will also be multiple stages, with one dedicated to showcasing local talent, plus an extensive marketplace of exhibitors and vendors. When: Friday, May …

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