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Ikea restaurants offer deals

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 falafel entree is $4.99 while promotion is offered  40% off dessert until February 28 with purchase of a falafel …

Art festivals, artisan markets, bazaars and craft fairs this week

Appreciate the talents of artists and artisans with lively art festivals, which draw exhibitors from South Florida region as well as different parts of the United States. South Florida has lots of arts festivals, craft fairs and artisan markets in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm beach counties. Finding unique gifts are what’s great about arts festivals, …

Broward Library offers free Moonlight Tales for adults

For a frugal date night with a twist, Broward Library is offering an outdoor event in Fort Lauderdale for adults that features a violinist and stories by professional performers.  Moonlight Tales in 2026 is 6:30 p.m. Friday, February 27,  in the park, adjacent to the library at 100 S. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. Registration is …

Free resources & ideas for enhancing your Florida yard

Enhance your yard, patio and indoor areas with plants, including native species and edibles. Lots of free information is available for South Florida residents, such as  tips on selecting the perfect plants for a particular area.  For personalized information, landscaping experts from extension offices in Miami-Dade, Broward & West Palm Beach answer questions via phone …

Free youth DIY workshops at Home Depot & Lowes

Kids work with their hands putting together fun projects at free interactive workshops offered in South Florida at participating Home Depot and Lowe’s stores. At the workshops, youngsters build a toy truck, a photo holder, or other item. Parents or others are invited to work with them. It’s a good idea to register online, especially …

Putt Putt deals in Pembroke Pines

For a sporty date night or family excursion, perhaps putt putt golf is ideal for your agenda. AllGolf in Pembroke Pines features different 18-hole play areas, and a few deals to stretch your dollars. Here are the regular fees for  miniature golf $13 Mondays – Fridays for 18 holes, $15 for 36 holes  $14 Saturdays …

Enjoy two pizzas for under $10 at Little Caesars

You’re invited to the pizza party! Everyone loves Little Caesars because of its delicious pizzas and great value — perfect for frugal families and pizza parties on a budget. The restaurant offers one of the best deals on the much-loved pizza and that’s why it’s more popular than ever with bargain hunters. And, for a …

Vista View Park in Davie offers fitness equipment and free weekday entry

While lots of parks in South Florida are relatively flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level. Entry to Vista View  is free on weekdays. On weekends and holidays, the fee is $3 per vehicle for up to 8 people or $20 …

Denny’s offers new Slammin’ Meal Deals value menu — starting at $5.99

Denny’s is America’s diner — always offering a good comfort meal at a reasonable price. However, dining out is more expensive than ever before, especially for families.  Thankfully, the popular diner is making it more affordable with its new value menu — Slammin’ Meal Deals. Best of all, the value menu is available all day, …

Dine on big savings with Wendy’s new Biggie Deals value menu — starting at $4

Wendy’s is going big! The popular restaurant is known for its “Biggie” deals. And now there are more options to customize your savings. Just about anything can be customized nowadays and most diners prefer to have more personalized ordering options at restaurants. To this end, Wendy’s is putting its fans first with the introduction of …

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