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This is a fun outdoor activity that can help distract from the scorching heat. Take the kids to enjoy bubble shows where they can play and interact with millions of bubbles. CityPlace in West Palm Beach is delightfully bombarding spectators with a Bubble Blast event. Bubble shows last 15 minutes and repeat every weekend through Sept. …

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The Lubben Brothers, a popular local trio is making the move to Nashville, TN, but they’re offering a free Farewell Concert for South Florida fans. They are calling it their “Pack Up & Go” concert. Admission is free. Get tickets at The Lubben Brothers on Eventbrite. When: Friday & Saturday, Aug. 16 & 17, 2024, …

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When stores are going out of  business, often shoppers are able to snag deals as retailers sell off inventory on the shelves. That includes a bunch of Big Lots  in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach, which are offering up to 20 percent discounts on eligible home goods items. Big Lots is closing these stores in …

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If a sensuous seafood gumbo contest doesn’t interest you, then perhaps the live music and entertainment, along with various arts and crafts and vendors will. This event not only promises to be a lively group of friends, neighbors and guests who enjoy having a great time, but it also represents the best of what holds …

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Pack your favorite towel. Deerfield Beach Parks and Recreation department is offering dive-in movies. Dive-in movies in 2024 include: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, May 17: “Jaws” 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, July 12: “Elemental.” This event will be part of One Deerfield: Connecting Community, One Block at a Time. This event will …

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If the weather allows, there are some free outdoor concerts being sponsored by Mind Body Social, in cooperation with The Plaza Coral Gables. Social Friday events take place at 7 p.m. and are free and open to the public. RSVP is recommended. Take your beach chairs or blankets and listen to some talented local musicians. …

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If you’ve looking for a reason to visit Key West, here’s a good one. The annual Key West LobsterFest is truly a celebration of this favorite crustacean. The event takes place over four days, from Thursday, Aug. 8 to Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024. Many of the festivities require paid tickets, and of course, food and …

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The Cybrarium, in Homestead, has a Summer Reading Program, that is coming to a close, and the library is throwing a party featuring dancers from Fantasy Theatre Factory. What: End of Summer Reading Program Dance Party When: Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, for ages 6 and up, noon to 3 p.m. Where: Cybrarium, 80 W. Mowry …

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This service is being discontinued due to low capacity, according to commissioners. The City of Miami Beach is piloting a yearlong program to provide Water Taxi service between Miami Beach and Miami in an effort to help ease traffic congestion between the two cities. Check it out. Westbound from Miami Beach to Miami: The Miami …

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