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Since there is no school on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, for students in Palm Beach County public schools, the City of Boca Raton is inviting families to its first-ever “Rec Pop-Up Day.” This is a day for you and your child to have an opportunity to explore, play, and create fun stuff for free! Rec …

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Bring the whole family to Shops at Merrick Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18 for the 6th Annual Hanging with Heroes event. Hosted by Miami Mom Collective and the nonprofit organization Branches, the event with include plenty of fun-filled family activities. Costumed superheroes will make appearances throughout the day to …

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Who doesn’t love fresh baked bread? This is the third year in a row that Wynwood-based Zak the Baker has teamed up with the nonprofit O, Miami to create a monthlong “Poems for Bread” exchange. The O, Miami team will be on site at the Zak the Baker, at 295 NW 26th St. in Miami …

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This year’s Backyard Bash at The Moss Center themed “Abducted by the 80s” features performances by band from that decade including Wang Chung, Men Without Hats and Naked Eyes. Event starts at 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. Tickets are free, with RSVP. All Patrons entering the facility require a ticket, including infants. Note: …

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Get cheesy with Freddy on National Cheese Curd Day! Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is celebrating the cheesy day by giving away its popular version for one day only. The restaurant’s popular side dish (or snack!) is made with “premium white cheddar cheese curds lightly covered with butter crumbs and fried to a gooey golden …

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The Nights of Fright Haunted House attraction at Pine Island Park in Davie is indoors and recommended for ages 12 and older. It’s expensive, but we found a few discounts, so keep reading. The spooky venue with lighting and smoke effects in 2025 includes: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, October 23, $32 tickets  6 …

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Shake Shack is definitely known for its juicy burgers, but there is also a delicious option for chicken sandwich lovers on the menu.  And, for a limited time, customers can scare up big savings on two Chicken Shack sandwiches at the popular restaurant.  Photo: Shake Shack From Oct. 12 to 21, 2025, Shake Shack is …

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How ’bout subs for dinner tonight? Firehouse Subs has a red-hot deal for sub lovers and diners on a budget in October. In fact, it’s one of the better deals the popular sub shop has ever offered. It’s not often you can enjoy 25% savings across the board at any restaurant, so now’s the time …

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Beautiful Deering Estate lights up for the holidays with a variety of activities. From November 28, 2025 to January 6, 2026 the estate, at 16701 SW 72nd Ave., is decked out in special vintage decor. Historic Holidays: Golden Age of Travel Daily, from Nov. 28, 2025 to Jan. 6, 2026 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., …

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In South Florida style, an oceanside park in Fort Lauderdale is perfect for a Pumpkins & Palm Trees Fall Festival. Entry is free for the festival in 2025, which is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, October 25, with entertainment, pumpkin-themed photo opps, crafts, a market, games and trick or treating. Feel free to dress …

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Put on your favorite flannel shirt, or dress up in Halloween garb. Margate Fall Festival includes Fall and Halloween activities. The Fall Festival in 2025 is 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, October 25, at the sports facilities, 1695 Banks Road, Margate 33063. Entry is free. Parking is free. The event includes a haunted house, …

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