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‘Library to Go’: Book vending machine in Palm Beach

While similar items have been available in some schools the past few years, this is the first time a Book Vending Machine, from the Palm Beach County Library System, has been Introduced for public availability. It’s called Library to Go, the latest community resource for library card members to access materials off site. Library to …

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Brightline updates: More ways to ride and save

Brightline is an option for Miami Open tennis tournament at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens through April. 2 MIAMI OPEN SHUTTLE SCHEDULE Starting Wednesday, March 22 Pre-session shuttles: depart the Aventura Station 10 minutes after Hard Rock Stadium Connect trains arrive. Post-session shuttles: depart the stadium one hour before the Hard Rock Stadium Connect train’s departure time from the Brightline …

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Affordable Miami Group Travel with a Charter Bus

Traveling on a budget with a large group can be a tall ask in Miami. Thankfully, the city has affordable destinations for groups of all sizes, traveling for various occasions. If you’re also looking for a cost-effective way to travel in Miami with a big group, a charter bus could be your best option! Falcon …

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Water parks and pools in Palm Beach

Marco-Polo — Spish-Splash, come on in, the water’s fine. Grab your swimsuits, it’s time for some aquatic fun under sunny South Florida skies. While some pools, like those at the YMCAs, are usually open year-round, others, such as water parks with slides and many municipal or community pools tend to be seasonal. The good news …

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New Lantana Library gets redesigned and upgraded

Out with the old and in with the new! The Lantana Public Library had been closed so that staff and volunteers could move the book collection, technology, and new furniture into the new library’s permanent home. Then the public helped celebrate the recent reopening. WHERE: Lantana Public Library, 205 W. Ocean Ave, Lantana. 561-540-5745. See …

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Libraries in Palm Beach ‘seed’ knowledge

It’s not your grandma or grandpa’s library! Did you know: The Palm Beach County Library System’s first Seed Library opened in February, 2023, at the Jupiter Branch; or that you can discover the Wonders of the Night Sky in a Telescope Viewing Session presented by the Astronomical Society at the Acreage Branch? The seed library at …

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Free entry to LagoonFest on the waterfront, Vero Beach

Did someone say Road Trip? If you’re up for a scenic drive from South Florida northward, here’s a perfect excuse to hit the road for a day trip to the Indian River Lagoon in Vero Beach. The Environmental Learning Center is hosting LagoonFest 2023 on Saturday, April 1, on the lagoon island campus, 10 a.m.-3 …

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Free DIY bike fix-it equipment at Weston parks

Fix flat tires, adjust brakes and do other simple repairs on your bike at fixit stations at five parks in Weston. The fixit bike repair stations, which are free to access, include an air pump, select tools and a place to suspend the bike so the wheels spin freely. A QR label leads smart phone users to a website offering …

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Water Taxi offers discounts

Water Taxi, available on The Intracoastal Waterway, runs scenic routes in Fort Lauderdale and an express route from Fort Lauderdale to Hollywood. Discount opportunities are offered, including evening fares and the popular Holiday Lights Tours in winter. Discounts for Holiday Lights Tours Water Taxi is offering a discount  for the popular Holiday Lights Tours in …

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Tri-Rail offers $5 fares all day weekends

For a twist on the usual weekend activities, skip the traffic and save on gas. Travel via train. On weekends and holidays, Tri-Rail railroad offers $5 all-day fares for its train routes in South Florida. Pay $5 and ride to & from wherever you want. Tri-Rail runs 73.5 miles from Miami to West Palm Beach, …

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Register for free entry to Home Show in Pembroke Pines

If you’re into home improvement projects, home expos in South Florida offer a wide variety of vendors displaying their products and services. 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 website.  If you don’t register, it’s $10 at …

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