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Food trucks in Dade, Broward and Palm Beach

For an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks. Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots of food truck events are in parks and free to attend. Pair dinner with a nature walk, fun on …

Enjoy free donut, your choice, plus $2 dozen at Krispy Kreme on National Donut Day, June 5

There’s no better place to celebrate National Donut Day than at one of America’s most popular donut shops — Krispy Kreme. And National Donut Day is when donut lovers can “make the rounds” to enjoy lots of FREE and cheap donuts! Image: Krispy Kreme This year, the popular donut shop is celebrating the “hole-y ” …

Hurricane season: How to prepare (without spending too much)

South Floridians have learned the hard way to take hurricanes seriously. When we get complacent, another storm comes and reminds us of the importance of hurricane preparation and supplies. You should take preparing for a hurricane seriously — but you shouldn’t buy a lot of things you’re never going to use. Miami-Dade County has an online hurricane guide that …

Free donuts on National Donut Day, June 5

National Donut Day is the best day to “make the rounds” for a FREE donut — or “doughnut,” as some spell it. However, did you know the day honors the heroes of World War I and not just the popular pastry? Back in 1938, the day was originally created to remember the Salvation Army Lasses, who …

Free entry Saturdays: Military, teachers & county residents at The Norton

Active duty military, veterans and Florida teachers enjoy free admission to The Norton Museum of Art every Saturday with ID, every week, year-round. Palm Beach County residents get in free every Saturday through Labor Day. Norton Museum of Art, 1450 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. Call 561-832-5196, or visit norton.org. Also read our story about …

Einstein Bros. Bagels celebrates ‘6-7’ trend with 6 bagels for $7 on 6/7

“6-7” is everywhere! And Einstein Bros. Bagels is jumping on the trend with its latest one-day-only special on, fittingly, June 6, 2026 (6/7). Whether for a snack or sandwich, bagels make for the perfect choice — especially with so many sweet and savory options on the menu. Add cream cheese for an even tastier experience!  …

Free: Friday Art Walk & ‘anytime’ Art Trail in Delray Beach

Delray Beach offers a robust arts and entertainment vibe, including the popular self-guided First Friday Art Walk, and the “any time” Art Trail. Both offer public art displays, murals, installations and open galleries, but also a variety of free music and pop-up performances. And don’t forget to stop by the Cornell Art Museum and check …

Many Palm Beach Parks & Rec programs are free or cheap

Are you interested in exploring nature? Do you enjoy learning about local flora and fauna and seeing creatures in their natural habit or would like to join a naturalist-led group hike to search for animals?  How does a guided walk through a pine flatwood forest to encounter wildlife along with a red-shouldered hawk sound? Are …

Admission by donation at Busch Wildlife in Jupiter

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter invites the public to participate in special summer activities. Daily admission is by donation (no set amount) to help sustain the facility and support animal conservation. Special summer activities: Summer Sunday Tiny Tales Storytime: Every Sunday at 10 a.m. from June 7 through Aug. 9, little nature lovers ages can …

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