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Back-to-school immunizations in Palm Beach County for 2024

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The first day of classes for the school year 2024-25 begins on Monday, Aug. 12, 2024. See the Palm Beach County school calendar here. The Dept. of Health-Palm Beach is urging parents not to wait until the last minute to get their child’s required immunizations for the upcoming school year. Immunizations and a school physical …

Top 10 Happy Hours in Broward

Is Happy Hour on your mind? If you’re in Broward County, whether you’re in Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Hollywood or another city, you have lots of happy hour options. So grab some friends, and hear out for half-price drinks and food specials. Here are some of Broward County’s best happy hours. American Social 721 E …

Miami Marlins discounts & deals: $5 tickets

Take the family out to a Miami Marlins ballgame this spring and summer with these great deals all season long. You can enjoy baseball for as little as $1 for kids’ tickets on select Monday nights.  During the summer, tickets are just $5 for everyone Monday through Thursday. Seniors can even get free entry on …

Watch films for free at Broward libraries

For indoor entertainment that’s friendly to your budget, the Sunrise branch library shows favorite old films for free. And that’s not the only Broward library that shows free movies. You can also find free movies at libraries in North Lauderdale, Lauderdale Lakes, Imperial Point (Fort Lauderdale), Tyrone Bryant (Fort Lauderdale), West Regional (Pembroke Pines), Main …

AMC Theatres offers blockbuster savings on Discount Tuesdays

Going to the movies is a fun adventure, but it can also take a big cut from your entertainment budget. That’s why bargain hunters are always “so dramatic” about saving money at the box office. It’s an essential part of the plot on how to go to the movies on the cheap.  And loyalty pays …

Save big on Discount Tuesdays at Cinemark

If you’re a movie lover on a budget, mark your calendar for Tuesdays. Cinemark offers its weekly Discount Day every Tuesday at participating locations, including theaters in Boca Raton, Boynton Beach and Davie. Cinemark offers its Discount Tuesdays every week at participating locations. Ticket price varies by location. In South Florida, see: Boca Raton, Boynton …

Regal Theatres: Discounted tickets on Tuesdays

Everyone knows the movies can be an expensive adventure (especially for families), so any opportunity to save money is worthy of the spotlight. If you’re a film fanatic, Tuesday is the day to go to Regal Theatres, which has locations in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Ticket prices range from $5 to $8. Every …

Free performance by Ailey Campers at Arsht Center

  AileyCamp Miami at the Adrienne Arsht Center provides an incredible opportunity to underprivileged youth. For six weeks, 1,000 11 to 14-year-old young campers develop their artistic talents during the full-scholarship summer day camp program. You can see what they learned in a free performance titled “Legacy of Excellence” on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 7 …

Plantation Historical Museum offers free entry & free events

Vintage fire truck. Everglades display. In addition to exhibits, Plantation Historical Museum offers occasional events, model trains, and activities. The museum usually is open 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. on  Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with occasional exceptions. Donations are accepted. It’s wise to verify it’s open the day you are interested in. Plantation Historical …

Miami Beach Classical Music Festival Summer Series

The Miami Beach Classical Music Festival will present their free Summer Series with concerts at Lummus Park, between 14th Street and 14th Place, on South Beach and at The Betsy Hotel, 1440 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach. Here is the line-up: Thursday, June 27 at 8 p.m. The Betsy Hotel Open Aria Night. The Magic Flute Cast …

Paddleboats & other watercraft rentals at Broward parks

Parks in South Florida offer watercraft rentals for folks who adore an excursion on the water. Watercraft for rent include stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, paddleboats & others.  Prior to venturing out, phone first. Some parks require pre-payment for watercraft rentals, and occasionally rentals are not available for other reasons. Broward Parks offering boat rentals include Quiet …

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