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When we were growing up, Turkey Day meant going to Grandma’s house to enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner she spent days preparing and hours cooking, followed by even more hours cleaning up afterward. Times have changed and so have we.  Preparing a Thanksgiving dinner is a lot of work. Some years, it just makes sense to …

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If you would enjoy an array of vegan foods, beverages and desserts, plus local shopping and music by a live DJ, then here are some upcoming events: What: Vegan Street Party When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, from 2 to 8 p.m. Where: Garden District Taproom, 410 Evernia St., West Palm Beach Entry is free. Food and beverages are offered …

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Thousands of lights &  Olas the beach snowman are featured at  Light Up  The Beach on A1A and Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. In 2024, the festivities are 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, November 18 at Las Olas Oceanside Park.  Delight in entertainment featuring Fort Lauderdale Symphonic Winds. The event includes a kids’ …

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Light Up Dania Beach offers entertainment, synthetic ice skating and a drone show. Photo ops include selfies with Santa.  The event in 2024 is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, November 16, and entry is free. Light Up Dania Beach includes: Kids zone Ugly Sweater event, which is open to adults and kids as participants …

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The Yuletide on Atlantic Parade is a festive holiday delight in Pompano Beach that includes Santa. Floats, performers and high school bands are featured.  The parade in 2024 is 6:30 p.m. Thursday, December 5, with a route from Riverside Drive west on Atlantic Boulevard to Northeast 24th Avenue. If you want to be where the …

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Once the ceremonies, parades and festivities are over, there are still plenty of deals and discounts being offered by restaurants, local attractions, businesses and other establishments that may not only apply to vets and active-duty military, but also to their families, as a way of saying, “Thank you for your service!” Special note: All National …

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Veterans Day celebrates active duty and retired men and women who chose to serve their country with pride. Here is a list of some of the Miami-Dade Veterans Day festivities we found. They include parades, picnics, parachutes, jazz, breakfasts and even motorcycle stunt shows. We urge everyone to show their appreciation for the members of …

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Veterans Day celebrates active duty and retired men and women who chose to serve their country with pride. Here is a list of some of the festivities we found and they include breakfasts, parades, ceremonies, marketplace vendors, car shows music and entertainment. We urge everyone to show their appreciation for the members of our armed …

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Veterans Day includes events and deals in Broward that offer an opportunity to display appreciation for those in the armed forces. Usually events are free.  Occasionally, reservations  may be required. Some events and deals are open to the public, and others are for veterans and military. Veterans Day is November 11 every year and honors …

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Arby’s has the meats! Fortunately, for hungry bargain hunters, the popular fast-food restaurant also has “the savings”! The fast-food chain offers a meaty deal on three popular menu items with its 2 for $6 Everyday Value menu at participating locations. Photo: Arby’s The value menu line-up changes periodically, so check first. To get the savings, …

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Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church is celebrating its annual North Miami Greek Food & Wine Festival, from Nov. 8-10, 2024. Admission to this event is free. From 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday, guests can enjoy a menu of authentic Greek recipes, traditional live music, dancing, activities …

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