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If you appreciate frugal fun, delighting your sweetie with a lovely inexpensive or free date is doable.  Plenty of entertaining events, attractions and interesting activities in Broward are free and perfect for date night. Other activities are relatively inexpensive. With extra dollars in your wallet, splurge on sparkling wine, a fancy dessert, or other romantic …

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Coral Gables Museum welcomes you to “Family Day on Aragon” on the second Saturday of each month, with free admission, live music and special activities.    Upcoming event is on Sept. 14: 11 a.m.: Go across the street to Coral Gables Cinema and watch the classic film “Hugo,” the story of an orphan who discovers …

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Readers of South Florida on the Cheap have a chance to attend a free advance screening of the new Paramount Pictures’ film Transformers One, Lucky Ones,” which debuts in theaters September 20, 2024. The free advance screenings will be Saturday, September 14, in Dania Beach and Boynton Beach. Here is the synopsis of the new …

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For a frugal family excursion, ArtsFest in North Broward is a free event. The event in 2024 is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday, September 14 with a theme of Pakistan and activities for kids. The event includes local artists and artisans activities live entertainment If you’d like a bite to eat, food vendors are …

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Deerfield Beach is featuring outdoor films at public parks.  The movies in 2024 include: 7 p.m. Friday, October 18: “Hocus Pocus”  at Villages of Hillsboro Park, 4111 NW Sixth Street, Deerfield Beach. 7 p.m. Friday, November 15: at Sullivan Park, 1700 Riverview Road, Deerfield Beach. 7 p.m. Friday, December 13: “Candy Cane Lane” at Crystal …

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Rene Rodriguez, former film critic for The Miami Herald, now runs the Cosford Cinema on the University of Miami Campus and he’s always coming up with some type of innovative film series.   Up next…   FREE SCREENINGS:   Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 9 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 14 at 8 p.m.: “The Fall Guy” …

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For frugal entertainment, Weston offers occasional outdoor movies that are free for kids and adults.  Outdoor films for 2024 in Weston Regional Park include: 8 p.m. Saturday, October 5: “Ghostbusters Frozen Empire” 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 2: “Wonka” 7:30 p.m. Friday, December 6: “The Polar Express” Weather can change plans for outdoor activities, so it’s …

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Watch family-friendly films for free outdoors at ArtsPark in Hollywood.  Movies are usually 8 p.m. Fridays, with occasional exceptions. It’s wise to verify the event is on prior to venturing out.  Feel free to use your own portable seats and blankets. ArtsPark is on Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway, Hollywood 33020. Single-use plastic items like …

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Pull out your favorite swimwear. The water playground at Quiet Waters Park offers occasional extra events and opportunities for discounts. Splash Adventure is an interactive shallow water playground with slides and spritzy features. Quiet Waters Park is at 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach 33442.  Water playground fees & discounts $6 per day, and free …

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