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BOOM! Sonic Drive-In is making lots of noise among famished bargain hunters with its popular value menu.  Enjoy one of the popular menu items for just $1.99. Fans can create their own “cheap” combo for under $6 — a burger, soft pretzel, a wrap, a float and more.  The $1.99 Value Menu is available for …

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The Village of Surfside’s block parties are always fun and the monthly Thursdays events are coming back in February. Head over to 93rd St. and Harding Ave./Town Hall for fun on the beach from 6-9 p.m. Here’s the schedule:   Feb. 20: Third Thursday, Cirque Under the Stars: The series kicks off with a dazzling ‘cirque’ …

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Congratulations, graduates! Now, it’s time for a sweet celebration.  The milestone is even sweeter, thanks to this popular giveaway from Krispy Kreme for one day only. Photo: Krispy Kreme On May 28, 2025, Krispy Kreme is giving away a FREE Original Glazed Doughnut 3-pack to any high school or college senior at participating locations – …

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For outdoor afternoon entertainment, local performers entertain at events at Tunnel Top Plaza in Fort Lauderdale. Events in 2025 are 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in April and May. Musicians include: Friday April 25  Jonny Edwards Wednesday April 30  Chris Monteleone Friday May 2  Jeff Durham Wednesday May 7  Mike Daly Friday May 9 Dyllan …

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 Light refreshments and a free film are featured at a park in Fort Lauderdale. The free event featuring ‘Moana 2′ in 2025 is poolside 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 30, at Riverland Park.  Riverland Park is at 950 SW 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. For information, phone 954-828-5322 or browse the Fort Lauderdale Parks website. Sign up …

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Burger King is treating its most loyal customers like true royalty by giving them FREE food. Through May 28, 2025, the popular fast-food restaurant is showing customers lots of appreciation (and savings!) with its Perks offer.  Image: Burger King Each daily offer is only available online via the BK site or app at participating locations. …

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World Ocean Day is a day that is recognized annually in the month of June. The concept was originally proposed for June 8, in 1992, by Canada’s International Centre for Ocean Development, and is now an internationally recognized series of events to bring attention to the value of marine life and ocean sustainability around the …

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Do you like surprises? If you remember the game of “grab bag,” where you reach in and pull out a hidden prize, then sign up for the new Monday Mystery Movies.  Here is the next Mystery Movie: Monday, June 2, 2025 at 7 p.m.: Rated-R, runs for 1 hour and 59 minutes. Buy your tickets …

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Extra mustard and savings, please! For bargain hunters, there’s nothing ever corny about saving money, especially when it means dining on the cheap.  Image: Sonic Drive-In Sonic Drive-In occasionally offers discounted corn dogs for one day only on select dates, typically holidays or other notable days. (Any add-ons are extra.) There’s usually no limit, so …

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Sometimes, all you need is a reason to celebrate, so the Town of Lake Park is making it easy for you. They’ve decided to celebrate the sunset on the last Friday in May to mark the beginning of summer, unofficially. How great is that? So, gather up the family and grab a few friends. Here …

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