Forests & gardens in Broward
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...
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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.
Libraries offer free events, films, e-books, workshops, language lessons & equipment
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...
Kids eat free & other kids' deals at restaurants in South Florida
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...
Free rides on electric shuttles in Pompano
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...
Shop for deals at thrift stores in Broward
Designer clothing, furniture, apparel, appliances, toys, electronic items and decorative items are sold at bargain prices at thrift stores in South Florida Some stores sell a wide array of merchandise and others are...
Where to see manatees in South Florida, including live webcam
Warmer temperatures of South Florida offer residents an opportunity to watch Florida's favorite weird animal, the manatee. In the winter, they can be seen swimming throughout South Florida's coastal waterways,...
Free 2-1-1 program phones seniors daily
Senior Touchline is a free phone program for keeping in touch with older adults who live alone. Offered by 2-1-1 Broward, interested seniors age 60 and older may register online...
South Florida farms sell produce to public
In South Florida and other parts of the Sunshine State, farms are selling produce to the public. The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association offers a list of participating farms. But...
Free solar stations for portable devices at Weston parks
Refresh battery power on your phones, tablets and other portable electronic devices for free at some Weston parks. Solar stations for recharging with USB ports are offered at select parks....
Brewery tours in South Florida, some free
If you enjoy sipping frosty locally-produced beer in South Florida, perhaps you'd appreciate a tour of the brewery. Breweries in Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park and Delray Beach offer that opportunity if you're at least 21...
