Patti Roth

If you’re interested in upgrading your outdoor irrigation system, perhaps you’ll qualify for a rebate of $200 to $600. Different factors determine eligibility for Broward residents, including Where you reside, use eligibility map your existing irrigation is operational your existing irrigation uses metered city water If you’re eligible,  apply online prior to performing any upgrades. …

Auto Shows are popular events in South Florida. Many auto shows & exhibits are free for spectators. If you’re displaying vehicles, you may nab discounts on registration fees if you register early. Prior to venturing out, it’s wise to phone or refer to social pages to verify event is on. Festival Marketplace Festival Marketplace, 2900 …

Resources are available for assisting residents and entrepreneurs with employment, social services, paying rent, free food & other expenses. Many resources are free.  Eligibility requirements vary.   Rent Assistance Eligible renters receive assistance paying for housing & utilities Eligibility includes  renting a unit, apartment or house in Broward qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a …

Relax in lovely outdoor spaces in South Florida.  Native and exotic foliage is on display in Broward gardens & forests. Soak in nature’s sights, sounds, scents. Delight in the antics of birds and other wildlife. For some venues, entry and parking are free. For others, entry fees &/or parking fees apply. Please follow mask & …

Oodles of shops, including designer outlets, restaurants, & entertainment venues draw residents & tourists to popular Sawgrass in Sunrise. Sawgrass is enhancing its shopping opportunities with a fresh set of vendors on weekends — farmers and artisans. Sawgrass Mills Farmer’s & Artisan’s market is offered Saturdays & Sundays during regular shopping hours. Items include organic …

For free, Broward Library offers events, and apps and online resources for downloading films, TV shows, audio-books, e-books, language lessons, and other entertaining, educational & useful features. For kids, teens & adults, exciting & educational electronic devices are free — on loan — from participating local libraries.  Read Broward libraries loan electronic & robotic devices, …

In The Oasis shopping area at Sawgrass in Sunrise, an indoor arcade and family-friendly recreation venue offers deals & discounts. In The Game deals include $5 off with sign up for e-mail & $10 playcard on your birthday Tuesdays — free mini bowling with meal purchase Tuesdays — free kids meal with purchased entree Wednesdays …

On weekends and holidays, some Broward regional parks charge a $1.50 fee per person to enter. For those who jaunt out to the parks regularly on weekends, the Parks Passports may be an attractive deal. The annual park pass costs $25 for individuals and $60  for families with up to 6 people in a vehicle. The passports are sold at …

Restaurants in South Florida offer  family-friendly deals, including free food for kids. Often, free-kid’s-meal deals require purchase of at least one adult entrée. With these deals, participation at individual restaurants may vary and restrictions and exceptions may apply. Because vendors sometimes switch out their promotions, it’s wise to phone first to be sure the deal is …

Dave & Buster’s offers half-price games on Wednesdays as well as other specials in Hollywood and Miami. Dave & Buster’s is at:. 3200 Oakwood Blvd.  in Hollywood, 954-923-5505 See more Hollywood Dave & Buster’s specials here, including Taco Tuesdays with special prices on tacos 11481 NW 12th St., Miami, 305-468-1555 See more Miami Dave & …

Nab a free ride in Pompano in an electric vehicle with a spunky, fun design. The free shuttle service offers transportation within designated areas of Pompano, including Piers in Pompano Beach Downtown district for shopping & restaurants beachfront & beachfront hotels The shuttle service is available as of April 26.  For requesting shuttles, use the …