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Free solar stations for portable devices at Weston parks

Refresh battery power on your phones, tablets and other portable electronic devices for free  at some Weston parks. Solar stations for recharging with USB ports are offered at select parks. Weston Regional Park, 20200 Saddle Club Road, near the playground Tequesta Trace Park, 600 Indian Trace, near the football snack stand Vista Park, 18800 Vista …

Brewery tours in South Florida, some free

If you enjoy sipping frosty locally-produced beer in South Florida,  perhaps you’d appreciate a tour of the brewery. Breweries in Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park and Delray Beach offer that opportunity if you’re at least 21 year old. Some tours are free. Others involve a fee.  For those on tours, breweries typically require wearing safe walking shoes without open toes. Lauderdale LauderAle  free …

10 free and cheap things to do in Sarasota

Whether it’s attending a sunset drum circle at the beach, catching a movie, or visiting an art museum, Sarasota has plenty of free and cheap things to do. Here are 10 family fun adventures you can enjoy in Sarasota, while on a budget. 1. Siesta Key Beach Community Drum Circle Every Sunday, one hour before sunset, …

10 free and cheap things to do in Bradenton

Whether it’s attending an art walk, visiting a national memorial, or enjoying the beach, Bradenton has plenty of free and cheap things to do. Here are 10 family fun adventures you can enjoy around Bradenton, while on a budget. 1. Village of the Arts Art Walk On the first Friday and Saturday of the month, the …

13 free and cheap things to do around St. Petersburg

Whether it’s going to a beach, a sunset festival, an art museum, or a sponge factory, St. Petersburg has plenty of free and cheap things to do. Here are 10 family fun adventures you can enjoy in and nearby St. Petersburg, while on a budget. 1. Sunsets at Pier 60 Celebrate the sunset, 365 days a …

Irma resources for homeowners, businesses & workers

Following Irma, FEMA funds and other resources are offered for eligible applicants in Florida. FEMA Disaster Assistance. For homeowners with damage or sustained impact that you believe might result in future damage, register online at disasterassistance.gov or 800-621-3362. FEMA is encouraging homeowners to register early. The Irma Damage Assessment Survey form is available at the …

Best places to pop the question in Miami

Are you thinking of popping the question and asking your significant other to marry? Miami is one of the best places to do so; its amazing sights provide a beautiful backdrop to dropping on one knee and making the moment memorable. In honor of lovers on Valentine’s Day and any day, here are my picks …

Miami Vintage and Consignment Shops

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There are plenty of choices in Miami to go on the hunt for vintage and consignment steals, but you have to be in the know of where and when to go, to score those coveted designer bargains, as the shops are scattered far and wide around town. Take a look at our handy guide to …

Cheap Eats in Palm Beach County

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Dining out can cost you a small fortune, but it certainly doesn’t have to. It just takes a little pre-planning, and perhaps someone to guide you along the way. From organic fare to a tasting of dim sum to special date night promotions, here’s our guide for you on places to go for cheap eats in Palm …

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