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The 10th annual Lake Osborne Holiday Boat Parade will now take place on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023. Festivities begin at 4 p.m., with the parade of boats at 7 p.m., finishing about 8 p.m. Features: Food trucks & vendors Prizes and fireworks Toy donations  Visit this Facebook page for more details. The event is hosted …

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CityPlace in West Palm Beach will be hosting a special Chanukah Celebration in coordination with Palm Beach Synagogue. The free event will feature live music, face painting, menorah lighting, latkes, doughnuts, gelt and much more. What: Chanukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting When: Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024, from 7 to 9 p.m. Where: CityPlace, 700 S. …

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Relish the rhythms of the holidays at a free live outdoor performance featuring South Florida Pride Concert Band. The event in 2024 is 7:30 p.m. Friday, December 20, and entry is free. The venue is Mickel Park, 2675 NW Seventh Avenue, Wilton Manors 33305 Bring a blanket or lawn chair if you’d like. Sign up …

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Regal is showing classic holiday movies on select weekends for just $5.  From December 7 to December 22, on select Saturdays and Sundays, the chain will feature a family-favorite holiday film for all to enjoy back on the big screen again. Times vary by location. Here’s the schedule: Dec. 1 and 7: Elf Dec. 8: A Christmas …

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For your seasonal entertainment, a drive-thru wonderland of animated light displays is on full display at Tradewinds Park.  Events for biking and strolling are offered. Holiday Fantasy of Lights in 2024 is 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. November 23 through January 4, 2025, with discount opportunities possible. The event features dazzling displays, complete with animal …

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Whether you are celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa this year, you may be looking to avoid all the cooking that comes with end-of-year celebrations. Consider ordering a fully cooked holiday dinner to-go, so you can spend more time with your family instead of in the kitchen.  You can order a full holiday meal from numerous …

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The Northwood Art & Music Warehouse in West Palm Beach supports local artists and musicians and is a cool place to hang out. Suggested cover only $5-$10. Next: Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024: JP Soars & the Red Hots Location: Northwood Warehouse, 933 28th St., West Palm Beach This is a place to sit and enjoy …

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Hungry bargain hunters can bag big savings at Wendy’s. The fast-food restaurant offers one of the most popular meal deals anywhere — the famous Biggie Bag. With lots of food (and savings) in the bag, the meal deal includes enough food to fill you up without emptying your wallet. Image: Wendy’s The price of the …

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Readers of South Florida on the Cheap have a chance to attend a free advance screening of “Den of Thieves 2: Pantera,” which opens in theaters January 10, 2025. There is talk that a few of the stars may even show up for the South Florida screening. “Den of Thieves 2: Pantera” is a sequel …

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Christmas tree lightings and winter fests are happening earlier and earlier each year. Here’s where to watch when they flip the switch and hundreds of lights bring the tree to life! And even though we don’t have much winter weather in Miami-Dade, there are winter festivals to be found. City of Doral holiday happenings The …

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Ho, Ho, Ho! Friends and neighbors are invited to celebrate the holidays with the Boynton Beach Police Department at this free, family friendly event. What: Blue Lights & Holiday Nights When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Where: Boynton Beach Police Dept., 2100 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach, FL 33435 Cost: FREE; …

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