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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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Florida Panthers scored their way into the National Hockey League playoffs, and FLA Live Arena in Sunrise is offering watch parties for a few of the exciting games. Panthers are playing Vegas Golden Knights for the top NHL trophy. The arena in South Florida — home arena of The Panthers — is offering watching events …

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Organizations in South Florida offer free food distribution for families needing help. Some sites provide drive-through pickups, while others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Food distributions are in Broward, Miami-Dade and greater Palm Beach. This list is periodically revised to reflect new distribution sites. It’s wise to phone or verify on social websites if …

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Congrats to the Miami Heat and the Florida Panthers for once again making the NBA and Stanley Cup Finals!  If you’d like to go cheer them on with other fans here’s a list of Watch Parties around Miami: Head to the Kaseya Center, 601 Biscayne Blvd., in downtown Miami where the Heat play to watch …

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Popular Jazz Brunch events offer an afternoon of free outdoor entertainment along scenic Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale. The events are usually 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on first Sundays, with performers at different points along Riverwalk and Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL. If you’d like, bring your own picnic or buy …

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Dozens of impressive LEGO sculptures on display at Flamingo Gardens in Davie include polar bear, zebra and lion. The Nature POP sculptures are formed with 800,000 LEGO bricks by artist Sean Kenney. Flamingo Gardens in Davie  is a popular attraction with wildlife habitats, botanical gardens and occasional extra events and activities including festivals and live …

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Fans of Food Trucks, point your vehicles to ArtsPark in Hollywood. ArtsPark Food Truck events in 2023 are usually offered 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. first Mondays at the park on Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway, Hollywood 33020. Other amenities at the park include a splash pad, playground and thick baobab trees from Africa. Street …

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All U.S. national parks offer free entry on certain holidays every year – and we’ve got the schedule for 2023. This offer includes entry at Everglades National Park and Dry Tortugas National Park, off Key West.  Schedule for 2023 These are the fee-free days at U.S. National Parks for this year: Jan. 16: Birthday of Martin …

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This summer, Barnes & Noble wants kids to go on an adventure without ever leaving their backyard or bedroom. All they need is a good book and a vivid imagination! To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily South Florida on the Cheap newsletter. You may also follow us on Facebook and …

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