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When kids are out of school for the summer, parents in South Florida appreciate ideas for fun things to do. Especially, if those activities are free, cheap or come with a discount. Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties offer lots of fun and entertainment for families, both indoors and outdoors.   We have beaches, parks and …

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The Parks and Recreation Department in Tamarac is featuring an outdoor film “Finding Nemo” at a pool. The event in 2023 is 7:30 p.m. June 23, with an entry fee of $5.  The dive-in flick is at Caporella Aquatic Complex,  9300 NW 58th Street, Tamarac. Prior to the animated film are games and other activities.  …

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If you’re looking for things to do with your kids in South Florida this summer, consider taking them to a movie. It’s a way to beat the heat, and a number of theaters are offering cheap kids’ movies on weekdays. Keep checking back as we will continue to add free or cheap options! Regal Cinemas …

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Family-friendly films are shown for $2 each at participating Paragon theaters during the Kids Summer Movies promotion. Theaters include those in Davie, Coral Springs and Delray Beach. The $2 movies for youngsters and their families are 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays during summer, June 13-Aug. 3, 2023. The movies are offered first-come, first-served, and …

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For frugal fun and entertainment with the kiddos, Pembroke Pines is featuring a free Family Film Fest. Family Film Fest flicks in 2023 are Saturdays 10 a.m. June 17 to August 5 in the Theater of The Performing Arts, 17195 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines.  The films rated P and PG include these and others: June …

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On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than a morning at the movies to keep the family entertained … and all in an air-conditioned theater. Regal Cinemas has scheduled 16 weeks of family-friendly flicks at select theaters for its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Express.  For its popular Summer Movie Express, select G- and PG-rated movies …

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Juneteenth events in Broward include entertainment, speakers and fun for kids. Plenty offer free entry. Juneteenth is a federal holiday representing the freedom from slavery in the United States. As per the Smithsonian: On “Freedom’s Eve,” or the eve of January 1, 1863, the first Watch Night services took place. On that night, enslaved and …

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The University of Miami’s Bill Cosford Cinema has a free film series – Global Frontiers, the perfect event for movie lovers and people who care about current events.  The Academy Award-nominated film Minari telling the heartwarming and heart wrenching story of a Korean family, will screen on Saturday, May 20 at 5 p.m.  This is …

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Public school will be out soon (June 7 to be exact) and for parents, that means keeping the kids busy with summer camp. Whether your kids are artistic, outdoorsy or creative, we’ve got an inexpensive option for your consideration. The City of Miami and Miami-Dade Parks and Recreation Departments, as well as those in individual …

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Do you like surprises? What’s playing? Who knows! If you remember the game of “grab bag,” where you reach in and pull out a hidden prize, then you may just find that you’ll love these movies and also enjoy surprises. Regal Cinemas has the ticket for a fun night at the movies for you. Movie …

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