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Taking an entire family to a museum can run into the three figures. But military families can get a big break thanks to Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families and the Department of Defense. The program offers FREE admission to more than 2,000 museums across America …

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We kick off the month with a long weekend which is always nice and hopefully can also enjoy some cooler weather in September.  Miami Spice continues through Sept. 30 making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy what you may have missed in August while away on vacation or getting the kids settled back into school. …

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The Fort Lauderdale Home Design & Remodeling Show features a wide assortment of  exhibitors, product demonstrations and presentations. Local and national vendors display flooring, indoor and outdoor furniture,  kitchen design, solar items, doors, landscaping, lighting, roofing, and lots of other items and ideas  for home building and home improvement.  The indoor event includes speakers and …

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Dancing, drumming and other performances are featured at a lively event in Lauderhill that focuses on Trinidad and Tobago Independence Day. Taste of Trinidad & Tobago in 2025 is 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, August 29, and entry is free. The event includes: entertainment by Shelly Sweetshells foods representing Trinidad and Tobago  Lauderhill Steel …

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The Miami Beach Classical Music Festival will present their free Summer Series through Aug. 31 with concerts at various locations around Miami Beach. Click here to reserve tickets. Here is the remaining line-up: Every Saturday and Sunday in August at 5 and 7 p.m. Temple Emanu-El, 1701 Washington Ave. Immersive Galactic Symphony with the orchestra, …

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Calling all Parrotheads to take part in a free tribute concert to honor long-time, part-time Palm Beach County resident Jimmy Buffett, whose timeless music captures the spirit and soul of South Florida. “Wastin’ Away on the Waterfront,” West Palm Beach Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025, at Centennial Square & Great Lawn, from 6 to 9 p.m. …

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Grab your cowboy hat and boots, August is National Black Business Month and the City of Boynton Beach will offer a chance for the public to discover and support Black-owned businesses and their unique products and services. This year’s western-inspired theme will feature DJ music and invites everyone to dress in their best rodeo attire, with …

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You may not know much about Ukrainian culture, food or music, except maybe for Chicken Kiev or those bright colored costumes for folk dancers performing with lots of high energy clapping and foot stomping. So, here’s your chance to broaden your cultural horizon.   What: Ukrainian Cultural Fest When: Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, from 5 …

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The Delray Beach Old School Square Amphitheatre will conclude its free Sunset Concert series on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Gates will open at 5 p.m.; opening acts will be featured from 6 to 7:15; and headliners perform from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.  For more details, visit delrayoldschoolsquare.com. Sunset Concert schedule: Friday, August 22: Billy Joel …

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For a taste of India in Fort Lauderdale, the India Independence Day Festival includes entertainment, food and things to do for kids. Shop from vendors featuring apparel, jewelry and henna designs. Delight in dancing and other live performances representing different regions of India. India Independence Day Festival in 2025 is 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. …

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If you’re a fan of taiko drumming and Japanese culture, this annual event is right up your alley. Obon Festival When: Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 16-17, 2025, opens at 10 a.m. Where: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach Cost: Taiko drumming $5-$10 (does not include museum admission). Website Obon is a traditional …

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