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Car enthusiasts, it’s almost time for the 2025 Miami International Auto Show! The annual show at the Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive is happening Sept. 26 through Oct. 5, 2025. Discount Days are Sept. 29 through Oct. 2, 2025, that’s when weekday adult admission is only $12, first responders, members of the …

Plantatation is offering a free shuttle for lifts within a designated area that includes plenty of plazas with restaurants and shops. Download the app to request the Freebee shuttle. The electric vehicles travel in the Midtown district.  The area is within University Drive and Pine Island Road and includes The Fountains plaza, Plantation Walk others.  …

Exciting watercraft from exquisite super yachts to runabouts and other nautical products are on display at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. In 2025, the event is October 29 through November 2 at various venues in Fort Lauderdale. Regular entry fees online are about $47.61 and for ages 6 to 12 about $18.50.  Entry is free …

The Miami Home Design and Remodeling Show is back and it’s the perfect place for great ideas and inspiration for any home remodeling project.  The show will run from Oct. 17-19, 2025, at the Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo Center, at 10901 Coral Way. General admission is $10 for adults and seniors 65 and over …

Gallons of recycled exterior latex paint in a selection of hues are offered free to eligible Broward residents in towns participating in the program Residents can request free outdoor paint if they reside in one of the municipalities that participate in the  program.  If you’re interested in scoring free paint, phone  the public works department …

If you’re into home improvement and renovation projects, home expos in South Florida offer a showcase of vendors displaying their products and services. The South Florida Home Show in Pembroke Pines is offering an opportunity for free entry. It’s free if you register prior to the event on the Home Show website. If you don’t …

Enhance your yard, patio and indoor areas with plants, including native species and edibles. Lots of free information is available for South Florida residents, such as  tips on selecting the perfect plants for a particular area.  For personalized information, landscaping experts from extension offices in Miami-Dade, Broward & West Palm Beach answer questions via phone …

Welleby Park in Sunrise is sporting fun features. For kids, amenities include a nature-theme splash pad for wet fun, a playground with a rubberized safety surface, and a Safety Town play area.  For a stroll, a boardwalk runs along a lake. Dogs are welcome to nose around Pawgrass Dog Park. Welleby Park, 954-747-4600, is at …

Grab a free ride around Wynwood through Nov. 15, 2025 courtesy of the Wynwood Business Improvement District (BID) and Freebee in one of two hot pink Volkswagen ID vans.  It’s a welcome service in the crowded arts neighborhood where parking is at a premium and also pricey. Rides are available Mondays through Wednesdays from noon …

Who wants a free tree? Miami-Dade County is once again offering the freebies as part of Adopt-A-Tree. The county program provides two trees a year per household during a special event, but you must register in advance because the giveaway is only while supplies last.  There will be a third and final Adopt-A-Tree event on …

Water Taxi on The Intracoastal Waterway runs scenic routes in Fort Lauderdale & Pompano Beach, and an express route from Fort Lauderdale to Hollywood. Information about Water Taxi and purchasing tickets is at 954-467-6677 or online. Discount opportunities are offered. Discounts include  Discounted $25 per-day fares for adults and $15 per-day for ages 5-11  valid …