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Get ready to celebrate summer with a Splash Party on Saturday in honor of the National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA)’s 40th year. What: Summer Splash Party When: Saturday, July 27, with free entry from 9 a.m. to noon Where: Wellington Aquatics Complex, 12072 Forest Hill Blvd. Activities include:  DJ Music Demonstrations Kona Ice (for …

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Artists painting murals, entertainers playing live music, and vendors offering their crafts are just a sample of what’s on tap at this free two-day street art and music festival in Downtown Delray Beach for the summer of 2024.  What: Delray Walls Mural Fest  When: Friday-Saturday, July 26-27, 2024, from 4 to 10 p.m. Where: Old …

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School starts soon, but while it’s still out, there is still time to make sure your kids are entertained. Luckily, South Florida, and especially Palm Beach County, has plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do this summer, both inside and outside. There are, of course beaches, most of them free to visit. …

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The annual Taste of Doral restaurant deals event is happening through July 31, 2024. The program, created by the Doral Chamber of Commerce, aims to promote the food scene in Doral. If you’re not familiar with the annual event, the city of Doral invites locals and visitors to explore many of the area’s finest restaurants and …

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Florida shoppers, rev up your wallets for a tax-free shopping spree.  For a tax freedom event in July, eligible outdoor recreation items and entry to eligible venues and events are exempt from  usual Florida state sales tax. You’ll save at least 6 percent on qualifying purchases. Florida Freedom Month sales tax holiday is July 1-31, …

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It’s time to start thinking about sending the kids back to school. Some free school supplies are offered at lots of events in Miami-Dade County for students returning to school for the 2024 fall session. Events sometimes include free physicals, food vouchers, or even free haircuts. Back To School events occasionally include fun activities and …

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With a drive to connect the community to the world through the arts, Arts Garage is putting the pedal to the metal in offering plenty of cheap and free events alongside a list of pricier concerts by established global performers, charitable events. See more details at artsgarage.org. Here are some recurring events that take place …

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Boynton Beach Night Market: One night only. Talk about one-stop shopping! This event has it all. Not only will there be booths and tables offering specialty items, from clothing, jewelry and other creations from local artisans, to homemade goodies, plus live entertainment and activities for kids. The Boynton Beach Night Market is a free, family-friendly …

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There are expositions and vendor fairs for just about everything, but this one is special. This is an inaugural “Access for All Abilities Showcase” that is specifically for people and their loved ones who require a little extra help. Admission is free. What: Access for All Abilities Showcase When: Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, from 10 …

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More than 40 restaurants are offering specially priced three-course lunch and dinner menus during Taste the Gables, which started as Coral Gables Restaurant Week and then became Coral Gables Restaurant month. This year’s Taste the Gables is July 1-31, 2024. Participants include not just expensive restaurants but more affordable options and even fast-casual restaurants. Advance …

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The rooftop terrace of the YMCA in Fort Lauderdale is the place to be for a free performance featuring a duet of string instruments.  The show in 2024 is 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20 at 408 N.W.  14th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale 33311. The performance features guitarist Bob Folse and Elizabeth Aran on cello.  Information and …

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