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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.

If you’d like entertainment and activities  with your shopping and dining excursions, Dania Pointe plaza in Dania Beach offers free events for kids and adults. Dania Pointe is a popular plaza with trendy shops, restaurants, Bowlero, Dania Improv and Regal theaters. Some of the venues offer Happy Hour deals. Featured event Mompreneur vendors are featured …

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The South Florida Adventure deal offers unlimited entry for four South Florida attractions with a summer package price. For one price, you’ll receive entry to participating attractions as often as you want to go. The ticket in 2025 is valid May 15 to September 30 with prices of $60 for teens and adults and $50 …

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The Hollywood Bandshell is a delightful venue for free live entertainment oceanside. Salty breezes. Waves rolling ashore. Favorite local bands, and fans, rocking out. Delightful. The bandshell is on a lovely pedestrian promenade. The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk  runs more than two miles along the beach, and it lined with restaurants, shops and motels. Entertainment is …

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Enhance a walk in the park with a story along the way. Waters Edge Park in Tamarac features a story trail. Story trails, also referred to as story walks, are outdoor exhibits featuring pages from a storybook displayed along a path. It’s a free activity for families with kids — and a great way to …

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Reducing water waste is kind to your wallet. And to the planet. As an incentive to replace old toilets with fresher versions that save water, rebates are offered to eligible Broward residents. The Broward Water Partnership offers rebates of $125 per toilet when replacing an older model with a more efficient, low-flow, WaterSense-rated toilet. Eligible …

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Plantation Parks and Recreation is featuring Water Safety Day with an opportunity for free swimming lessons. Water Safety Day in 2025 is 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. May 24 at Plantation Aquatics, 9151 NW Second Street, Plantation 33324. The event includes water safety demonstrations, vendors and other things to do. Free swim lessons are offered for …

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Set your sights for an adventure in the South Florida wilderness. Perhaps you’ll navigate a shady path through a lush forest. Or perch yourself on a riverbank where herons are wading in the water. Tune in to the visual displays, scents and sounds of the outdoor environment. Some parks, botanical gardens and protected natural areas …

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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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Register online to take part in free Healthy Kids Day events with slides, games and wellness demonstrations. Healthy Kids Day events in 2025 are 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at a variety of participating YMCAs in Broward and Dade. They include: Greater Hollywood YMCA 3161 Taft St., Hollywood Hallandale Beach YMCA 501 …

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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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