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Water playgrounds  in Deerfield and Hollywood that are typically for kids and families are open specifically for dogs at designated K9 Water Festivals, popular with pooches and their people. At water park events for dogs, some pups step into the shallow water and stand. Others fly into the water, swim and retrieve floating toys.  Dogs …

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.  Upcoming tree giveaway: Sunday, Oct. 6 at Miami Dade College …

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 are eligible to request free outdoor paint if they reside in any of the various municipalities that participate in the  program.  If you’re interested in scoring free paint, phone  the …

Think it’s too hot to garden? Perhaps you want to plant radishes, turnips and arugula right inside your South Florida home.  It’s doable, according to a horticulture program representative. Maybe you’ll be inspired. Ideally, you’ll be richly rewarded with a delicious sense of accomplishment and tasty freshly harvested produce. We asked for tips from a …

Have you ever driven to a Tri-Rail station only to find there were no open parking spots? That is the dread of many South Florida commuters. Finally, there is a program to help provide options: A discount Ride Partner Service with Lyft and Uber. Tri-Rail provides EASY Card riders a $5 discount on Uber and …

Lots of wonderful pets are available for adoption at shelters in South Florida. If you’re interested in enhancing your family with a dog, kitty or bunny, some shelters and rescue organizations offer perks, occasional deals and free adoption fees. Humane Society of Broward  954-989-3977 extension 6  2070 Griffin Road, Dania Beach 33312 Discounted adoption fees …

Public transportation can be a challenge to navigate for those who are unfamiliar with the interconnected systems, but it can also be an essential mode of travel to the savvy, frugal-minded transit rider. In South Florida’s sprawling urban-suburban landscape, there are various levels of how a person can get from point-A to point-B and back, …

Transportation is a big deal, and when it’s free, that’s even better! Driving and maintaining insured vehicles can be costly. Trying to navigate heavy traffic patterns can be frustrating. Finding a nearby parking space can be a time-consuming challenge like no other.  So, here’s an option that can aid in cutting down on the frustration …

When tech guru Steve Jobs said, “Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life,” he was paraphrasing the old adage to “follow your passion.” But what if you don’t know what that is?  Become a volunteer This is a good way for you to learn, observe, assist or even teach and …

If you’re over the age of 65 and live in Doral, you probably appreciate not having to drive and navigate traffic or looking for a parking spot when you don’t have to. Well thanks to a new program, the City of Doral launched a free ride-share, on-demand option with Freebee and its fleet of electric …

Dog owners know how important it is to take their pooches on long walks if they’re not lucky enough to have a fenced-in yard to allow them to run freely. But what if you can’t walk long distances with Fido or Sparky? Answer: You look for a nearby dog park. Here’s everything you need to …