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Exhibits about protecting the environment and live bands are featured at an Earth Day festival oceanside in Hollywood. Mother Ocean Music Festival is at the Hollywood Bandshell, on Johnson Street at the beach. The festival in 2024 is 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, April 20, and it’s free to attend. Parking fees apply. Entertainment …

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Pompano Beach is more than a haven for oceanfront views, water sports and living the Florida lifestyle, it also a popular place for happy hour. That’s because this sunny region, nestled in eastern Broward County, boasts mouth-watering restaurants — ranging from quaint hidden gems to popular mainstays — that boast excellent food and drinks deals. …

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Grab a portable seat or blanket. Free live music events are offered at the Gazebo in Palm Aire in Pompano Beach. Gazebo jazz in 2024 includes: 6 p.m. Saturday February 17 Alex Dean. 6 p.m. Saturday March 16 jazz vocalist Nikki Kidd and Nikki Kidd Band. The venue is 623 Oaks Drive, Pompano Beach 33069. …

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The Normandy Fountain Business Association is hosting a variety of family-friendly events for 2024. Bring the whole family for these gatherings around the iconic fountain, which has been lovingly restored and is the spotlight of the neighborhood’s downtown. Here’s what’s coming up: Thursday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. Dance & Romance with Dance Now! Miami’s …

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If you out and about Presidents’ Day,  plenty of free and inexpensive things to do are offered in South Florida.  Some are ideal for families with kids, or with adult friends or on your own. In 2024 Presidents’ Day is February 19, and keep reading for  ideas for fun in Broward, greater Palm Beach and …

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Regardless of the weather, live webcams offer virtual excursions to South Florida sights and attractions, including shorelines, and piers. Waves roll ashore. Sunshine — or rain — sparkles on the ocean’s surface. Palm fronds sway. From home, soak up dazzling ocean scenes and other sights from South Florida, including zoos, parks and shopping districts. Some …

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Dolphin Mall’s Vivo! Entertainment Complex has something for everyone, including free live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Live bands every Saturday night starting at 9 p.m. on the VIVO! Stage At PBR Cowboy Bar: First Thursday of the month from 8-10 p.m.: Ladies Night at the PBR Cowboy Bar with complimentary drinks for ladies along …

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Grab a bite from your favorite food trucks. Groove to live music. Coral Springs is hosting a concert and entry is free. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Events in 2024 include 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Saturday February 10, with entertainment, vendors and face painting.  The band rocks out with hits from Earth, …

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Food vendors, kids zone and live entertainment are included at Soul Fest in Oakland Park. Soul Fest  is 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Friday, February 7, and entry is free. Food trucks offer food and drinks for purchase. Entertainment features The Derek Mack Band. Parking is free. The venue is outdoors in Pastorius Park, 4000 …

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Oh, the times, they are a changing … and there’s more jingle in the pocketbook! The cord has been cut, the savings are stacking up and it hasn’t been all that painful, thanks to free FAST channels (scroll down for explanation). For many years, my basic and extended cable subscription was included in my condo’s …

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