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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.

For folks who sign up for the free Family rewards program at Ikea, participating restaurants in the home goods stores offers deals. Ikea Restaurant deals include: Mondays $3 for 8-piece Veggie Ball & Plant Ball plates, requires Family Rewards ID, while the promotion is offered Tuesdays  50% off adult entrees, requires Family Rewards ID Wednesdays  …

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Festival organizers, libraries and galleries in Broward offer engaging events, live entertainment & exhibits focusing on Black History. Lots of events, performances and exhibits in 2025 are featured in February  for Black History Month.  Plenty of the events are free. There are also Black History Month events in Palm Beach County and Black History Month …

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Interactive and exciting, Ignite Broward features immersive light, sound and projection art displays in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood and Dania Beach. The events, which include performances, and displays are free. Ignite Broward in 2025 is February 14-23. The displays feature the work of local, national  and  international artists and designers using impressive technology for 3D projection …

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If you like the vibe of 1970s and scavenger hunts, these events are for you. Hollywood Historical Society in 2025 is featuring a Disco Ball street festival and a History Hunt. Disco Ball The anniversary Jubilee is 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, February 22, at the Historical Society, 1520 Polk Street, Hollywood.  Tickets online …

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Oakland Park and Art Fusion Galleries are hosting Oakland Park Art Walk. The Art Walk events in 2025 include  6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, February 15, and entry is free  6 p.m. – 9 p.m. May 17  6 p.m. – 9 p.m. August 16  6 p.m. – 9 p.m. November 15 South Florida artists …

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For an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks. Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots of food truck events are in parks and free to attend. Pair dinner with a nature walk, fun on …

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Some of the best sweethearts are fluffy friends. Humane Society of Broward is offering Adopt A Sweetheart Valentine deals with reduced and waived pet adoption fees. In fact, pets are permitted at some of the free and inexpensive Valentine’s Day ideas  in South Florida. The Adopt a Sweetheart promotion in 2025 is February 14-16 at …

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Library branches in Broward occasionally feature free entertaining events including live performances, yoga, and art projects. Some events are for kids and families. Others are aimed at adults. At plenty of library branches, parking is free. Featured events in 2025 Valentine Performance  4 p.m. Thursday, February 13  Singer playing acoustic guitar performs love songs at …

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If you’re looking to soak  in the outdoors in South Florida, Fern Forest in north Broward is a lush oasis for nature walks and occasional free astronomy programs with telescopes. Delight in the scenic setting on your own or register for a guided hike. Most events are free or relatively inexpensive. Entry into the natural …

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It’s fun, entertaining and offers free entry. It’s the Dania Beach Wine and Seafood Festival. The event in 2025 is 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 8, with live bands, artist and artisan vendors, and food vendors from local restaurants.  A sand sculpture is often part of the festivities. Entry is free. Food and …

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