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Wendy’s kicks off 100 Days of Savings with Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger for 1¢ on National Hamburger Day

Get ready to beef up your savings at Wendy’s? To kick off a summer of savings, Wendy’s is celebrating National Hamburger Day with a meaty deal on its popular Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger. The JBC features the restaurant’s signature square beef patty, crispy Applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, American cheese and mayo. Photo: Wendy’s From May …

Hurricane preparedness: How to build an emergency kit

Hurricane season begins June 1 and ends Nov. 30. The aftermath of a hurricane can be devastating and leave you and loved ones without basic necessities. Here’s a  helpful guide to creating an essential and basic emergency supply kit. It’s recommended you pack these items in weather-proof duffel bags or plastic bins – or a …

Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse offers historical and nature displays

Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is a 108-foot historical landmark on a riverfront site with historical displays and natural features. Occasional discounts and free entry opportunities are offered. The attraction includes: Opportunity to walk on a spiral staircase with 105 steps to top of the red structure for a panoramic vantage point of South Florida’s waterways and …

Discount vouchers for swimming lessons in Broward

Residents of Broward are eligible to nab a vouchers for discounts on swimming instruction for kids, teens and adults.  The vouchers are valued at $55 to $200 for lessons at participating venues, which include public parks with pools. Apply on the Watersmart Broward website.  With water safety so important, the vouchers are intended to offset …

Urban oasis: Fern Forest is ideal for nature walks & entry is free

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 …

Teens work out for free all summer at Planet Fitness in 2025

Grab your workout gear and water bottle! Summer’s the time to sweat it out and get fit. And, this summer, Planet Fitness is making exercising more affordable for families with teens. The popular fitness center is bringing back its High School Summer Pass program, inviting high school teens ages 14 to 19 to work out …

Entertainment, fitness & other free events at Dania Pointe

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. Free events & activities at Dania …

Summer Savings Pass offers 3 South Florida attractions for 1 price

The Summer Savings Pass is a one-price deal good for entry to three South Florida attractions. That’s some savings! This year’s pass is valid for May 16 through Aug. 31, 2025, and is $67.99 plus tax for adults and $56.99 plus tax for children (age 3 to 12).  The pass is good for the following …

Chipotle’s ‘Summer of Extras’ offers extra points, benefits and free burritos

Grab your flip flops because Chipotle is ready to kick off summer! This summer, the popular fast-casual restaurant is offering the “Summer of Extras,” a three-month program rewarding Chipotle Rewards members in the U.S. with more than $1 million in FREE burritos from June 1 to August 31, 2025.   Image: Chipotle Chipotle Rewards members will …

Free Ferris Bueller film & festivities at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale

If you like watching films out in the open air, Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale offers occasional events with free flicks. Free movies  in 2025 include: 8 p.m. Friday, May 30  ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ with festivities at 6 p.m. including photo booth South Florida Pride Marching Band free popcorn for ages 15 …

$5 deals at Flippers theater in Hollywood

free summer movie seats

 Flippers theater in Hollywood features $5 ticket deals.  Flippers movie theater and arcade offers $5 movies Wednesdays.  The deal does not apply to new releases, special showings or  3D movies.  The $5 offer does not apply to holidays. Flippers theater and arcade is at 7001 Taft St., Hollywood 33024. Sign up for the South Florida …

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