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Kids work with their hands putting together fun projects at free interactive workshops offered in South Florida at participating Home Depot and Lowe’s stores. At the workshops, youngsters build a toy truck, a photo holder, or other item. Parents or others are invited to work with them. It’s a good idea to register online, especially …

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If you have a partner and dancing shoes and want to participate in the Que Bacano! Latin Dance Showcase, you will need to register in advance. However, even if you just want to watch on the sidelines and tap your toes under the table, you should still register since seating is limited. Admission is free and …

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Here’s a free family holiday film for kids of all ages: Arthur Christmas movie When: Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 6) Where: Athletic Fields, 226 Cypress Lane, Palm Springs, FL Admission: Free Website Enjoy FREE popcorn provided by the Palm Springs Police Explorers, while supplies last. Take your blankets, lawn …

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Communing with nature has never been more fun and the Daggerwing Nature Center has so many opportunities for kids and their families to take advantage of the great outdoors. Admission is free; access to trails and boardwalk are free; most programs have fees usually from $5 to $10. Upcoming November events: BIRDING 101 Saturday, Nov. …

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Here’s a chance to experience a day in the life of a Florida Pioneer family with an antique sawmill, farm animals, garden, exhibitors, games and activities, food trucks. Visit the annual Pioneer Family Farmstead Day event in Jupiter. Pioneer Family Farmstead Day When: Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Riverbend …

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Instacart and some other grocery delivery businesses are offering a discount for eligible households on SNAP food programs.  The offer is issued while government programs for food assistance are paused. Instacart is featuring a 50 percent discount on food orders up to $50, while the promotion is offered.  The offer is valid for eligible Instacart …

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All of Howard Alan Events and American Craft Endeavour shows are free of charge for visitors. Plus, artists are on site for the duration of the events, allowing visitors to discover the creative inspirations and processes behind every piece. Attendees can stroll along city blocks and chat with artists while viewing their works, including larger-than-life …

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Floridians know how to celebrate the winter holidays, even if “winter” doesn’t mean here what it means elsewhere. The snow may be fake, but the fun is real. South Florida has holiday parades, boat parades, Christmas tree lightings, menorah lightings, holiday concerts, family festivals and more. Many events are free or cheap. We also have big …

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The City of Boynton Beach continues to offer a free concert series on the First Friday at 5 p.m., monthly in 2025. There will be food trucks and beverage vendors and activities for kids, plus an artisan market. First Friday @ 5 When: First Friday of each month, from 5 to 9 p.m. Where: Amphitheater, …

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