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Free and $6 movies at Cosford Cinema

Rene Rodriguez, former film critic for The Miami Herald, now runs the Cosford Cinema on the University of Miami Campus and he’s always coming up with some type of innovative film series.   Up next…   Sunday, June 29 at 1 p.m. Free screening of the Charles Burnett drama “To Sleep with Anger,” starring Danny …

Parks and natural areas offer free & inexpensive nature excursions

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 …

IHOP offers deals

Hungry bargain hunters will want to hop over to IHOP for some tasty savings. The popular diner offers House Faves breakfast dish deals at participating locations While the promotion is offered, select entrees on week days are priced at  $6 – $7. Other deals Join IHOP rewards and receive a free stack of pancakes after …

Free admission at Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Juno Beach

The Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach was founded more than 40 years ago, but the challenges it faces today have not only been compounded by the effects of recent climate change but also by the increase of red tide and toxic blue-green algae on sea creatures and ocean ecology. Situated on one of the …

Island Vibes: Caribbean heritage events in Broward

Delight in the flavors and rhythms of The Islands in Broward. Food. Music. Dancing. Caribbean heritage events in Broward offer food and lively entertainment, with plenty of free events. Caribbean Heritage Month is traditionally celebrated in June. Caribbean Heritage Events in 2025 Fort Lauderdale Las Olas Oceanside Park is offering free Caribbean Heritage Month events …

Fall Festival in Sunrise is $5 for kids & free for adults

The Fall vibe is featured at the Fall Harvest Festival in Sunrise, with a petting zoo and rides for kids. Entry is $5 for kids 12 and younger, and it’s free for teens and adults. The festival in 2025 is 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Saturday, September 27, at Welleby Park, 11100 NW 44th Street, …

Train rides offered at Tradewinds Park in Broward

For a fun, unique and inexpensive activity in north Broward, hop aboard a little railroad.  The teeny train runs on tracks around a pond at Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek. Train rides offered third weekends Functioning model locomotives offer rides 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the third full weekend of each month, weather permitting. It’s …

Pet adoption deals in Broward

Lots of wonderful pets are available for adoption at shelters in South Florida. If you’re interested in enhancing your family with a dog, kitty or bunny, some shelters and rescue organizations offer perks, occasional deals and free adoption fees. Humane Society of Broward  954-989-3977 extension 6  2070 Griffin Road, Dania Beach 33312 Discounted adoption fees …

Free events at Miami Beach Bandshell

The Miami Beach Bandshell is one of the city’s busiest venues where free music and dance performances are regularly presented. The open-air location provides a gorgeous snapshot of Miami Beach and is just steps from the water. Here’s what’s coming up that’s free:       Labor Day Roller Disco Sunday, Aug. 31 from 5-9 …

Free Tunes ‘n Trucks in Broward

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Free Tunes ‘N Trucks outdoor events in Sunrise offer free concerts and dining options from your favorite food trucks. The popular series runs October through June and rotates through Sunrise parks.  Live music is at 7 p.m. and the venues offer free parking. Food trucks set up at 6 p.m. Tunes ‘N Trucks in 2025 …

Ikea restaurants offer weekday 50% discount on entrees

For folks who sign up for the free Family rewards program at Ikea, participating restaurants in the home goods stores offer deals. Some deals require the Family rewards ID, others do not.  Ikea restaurant deals include:  week days to August 26 receive adult entrees for half price  Receive a $5 voucher for purchase of eligible …

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