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Discussions, films, and other events are featured at Broward branch libraries and around the United States  to promote free access to books. Participating libraries in Broward are handing out “I Read Banned Books” buttons while supplies last. Free “Banned Books” events in 2023 include 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. October 2  film “The Color Purple” …

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This year’s Hispanic Heritage Month is from Sept. 15-Oct. 15, 2023 — and we’ve got some activities rounded up so you can mark the occasion. The monthlong celebration honors the rich and diverse Hispanic culture. In Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties, Hispanic culture is so important that we have events celebrating it every month, …

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The Victory Black Box Theatre in Fort Lauderdale is hosting a Fall Film Series designed to spark community conversation. The center also is hosting a Westerns and Black Cowboys film series about black cowboys in the American West. The Fall Film Series is the second Wednesday of each month, from 6 to 8 p.m.. The …

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The lush surroundings of Pinecrest Gardens are the ideal setting for Art in the Gardens. It’s billed as “happy hour with a cultural twist.”   On Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, from 6:30-9 p.m. they’ll be presenting “Sips & Shorts – Shadows of October” with special guest City Theatre.   It’s an evening of captivating short …

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Neuvolution Dance studios in Pembroke Pines is hosting a series of free Old School Latin Block Parties at the Shoppes of Pembroke Gardens. Neuvolution Dance will provide the salsa music and lead the dancing. The event takes place at in the Fountain Plaza across from The Pub. These are the dates and times: Saturday, September …

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Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale is hosting an event that showcases selections of beer, wine and and other adult libations.  Libations by The River is noon to 4 p.m. September 23, 2023, at Esplanade Park. The event includes food trucks and entertainment. Entry for Libations by the River is free.  Drinks and food are available for …

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You are invited to a free “Blues & Jazz” water festival in Coconut Grove, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, from 7 to 9 p.m. in Coconut Grove.  Scroll down for a list of special activities for kids starting at 5 p.m. If you love Miami, then you know the special place The Grove holds in the …

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See how it started. This Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, the Coral Gables Art Cinema will present a free public screening of the 1984 film, Breakin,’  from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Museum of Graffiti, 276 NW 26th St., Miami. Admission is free, but be sure to reserve your spot and get an e-ticket on …

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The film “Honey I Shrunk The Kids” is featured for free at the Stirling Road branch library in Broward. The movie in 2023 is 2 p.m. September 24, 3151 Stirling Road, Hollywood 33312. Parking is free. Information is online. Free & inexpensive things to do this weekend in South Florida Sign up for the South …

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Imagine a panoramic view of fields bursting with Southeastern native sunflowers. Well, now’s your chance to experience it for yourself, thanks to this Conservation Collier program. While the Pepper Ranch Preserve remains closed to the general public during the annual wet season till November, an exception is being made for a very special viewing Oct. …

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Get answers and learn everything you need to know about EVs but were afraid to ask, plus take a test drive from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. The City of West Palm Beach is hosting the Electric Vehicle Car Show at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail …

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