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Patti Roth, the editor of Fort Lauderdale on the Cheap, scouts out state and national deals, discounts and coupons for our readers, finding the real deals and presenting them in an easy-to-read format. A veteran newspaper and magazine writer and a longtime South Florida resident, she has written for The Miami Herald, The Sun-Sentinel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida Travel and Life, E Environmental Magazine, Dog Fancy, Cat Fancy, US Architecture and Earth911.com. Send your cheap tips to her at info@fortlauderdaleonthecheap.com.

Topeekeegee-Yugnee Park in Hollywood – or TY Park, as it’s known – is popular for a variety of outdoor activities. South Floridians love it because it’s a great venue for walking, running or skating on a shady path around a lake lined with oaks. It’s also a venue for festivals and entertainment. TY Park is  …

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You can hear your favorite local bands perform at the monthly Sounds at Sundown concerts in Margate. Entry is free. What: Sounds at Sundown Music: 6 p.m. the first Saturday of the month (except July and August) Food trucks: Food for purchase from food trucks starting at 5 p.m.  Where: Margate Sports, 1695 Banks Road, …

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Watch family-friendly films for free outdoors at ArtsPark in Hollywood.  Movies are usually 8 p.m. Fridays, with occasional exceptions. It’s wise to verify the event is on prior to venturing out.  Feel free to use your own portable seats and blankets. ArtsPark is on Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway, Hollywood 33020. Single-use plastic items like …

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Refreshing dive-in films at public pools, entertainment galore at Juneteenth festivals, and lots of free events to rock out with popular bands are featured in June in Broward.  If you’re interested in free and inexpensive things to do, here are some ideas. Events in June in Broward Oakland Park Pride Events and entertainment for kids …

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Festivals, live entertainment and hands-on activities are among the variety of events offered in Pompano Beach.  Lots of events are free. They’re ideal for dates, families and solo excursions. Events in Pompano Beach include 2025 events Haitian Heritage events Films An event featuring Haitian films hosted by Haitian filmmaker Al’Ikens Planche is 6 p.m. Friday, …

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Pembroke Pines recreation department is offering free swimming and free tennis for Kids To Parks Day. Kids To Parks Day is a nationwide event promoting parks and recreation activities for kids and families.  In 2025, the event is May 17 at participating parks. Events in Pembroke Pines include Free Tennis Activities 9 a.m. – 12 …

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v The Kids To Parks Day event is at Ward Recreation, 301 NW 46th Avenue, Plantation. Parking is free. Phone 954-452-2510 for information. Other Kids To Parks Day events Free Kids To Parks event in Pembroke Pines Kids to Parks Day in Wellington Kids to Parks Day in Miami-Dade Other Parks in South Florida Picturesque parks …

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Plenty of festivals, live entertainment and events in Broward are delightfully free or relatively inexpensive.  They’re great for dates, families and solo excursions. Grab your favorite reusable water bottle and go. Events in May 2025 in Broward Free outdoor film & food trucks in Tamarac Delight in a free outdoor flick at 8 p.m. Friday, …

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You don’t need to be from a galaxy far away to delight in this event. Some organizations and recreation departments offer  “Stars Wars Day” festivities for May the 4th, a whimsical wordplay on the iconic phrase associated with the blockbuster movies. Festivities in Broward include     Star Wars event in Hollywood PlastiCon Expo  with …

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Family films, bounce house and food vendors are included at outdoor events offered in Tamarac. Entry is free for Movies in the Park. Food trucks, face painting and bounce houses are at 6:30 p.m. and the films are at 8 p.m at different venues. Events in 2025 include: Friday, March 14 Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 …

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