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Hit aces, backhand and forehand winners all while… glowing in the dark? The courts at Tropical Park will be decked out in blacklights and dayglo during the glow-in-the-dark tennis experience GLOW Tennis Friday, Dec. 6 from 6-9:30 p.m. at Tropical Park. Free admission. Hosted by the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation & Open Spaces Department and …

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The Airmen of Note are currently on tour in Florida and will perform an eclectic program, ranging from big band hits of the 1940’s to brand new compositions written especially for this tour.  Here are the upcoming dates: When: Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. Where: Carole and Barry Kaye Auditorium, 777 Glades Road, …

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Get ready for some holiday fun before the big turkey day feast, with a chance to share and partake, while supplies last. What: Thanks & Giving Block Party When: Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: St. Johns Church, 241 Cypress Drive, Lake Park Cost: Free admission; canned food donations accepted …

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When we were growing up, Turkey Day meant going to Grandma’s house to enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner she spent days preparing and hours cooking, followed by even more hours cleaning up afterward. Times have changed and so have we.  Preparing a Thanksgiving dinner is a lot of work. Some years, it just makes sense to …

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If you would enjoy an array of vegan foods, beverages and desserts, plus local shopping and music by a live DJ, then here are some upcoming events: What: Vegan Street Party When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, from 2 to 8 p.m. Where: Garden District Taproom, 410 Evernia St., West Palm Beach Entry is free. Food and beverages are offered …

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Light Up Dania Beach offers entertainment, synthetic ice skating and a drone show. Photo ops include selfies with Santa.  The event in 2025 is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, November 15, and entry is free. Light Up Dania Beach includes: Kids zone Ugly Sweater event, which is open to adults and kids as participants …

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Once the ceremonies, parades and festivities are over, there are still plenty of deals and discounts being offered by restaurants, local attractions, businesses and other establishments that may not only apply to vets and active-duty military, but also to their families, as a way of saying, “Thank you for your service!” Special note: All National …

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Veterans Day celebrates active duty and retired men and women who chose to serve their country with pride. Here is a list of some of the Miami-Dade Veterans Day festivities we found. They include parades, picnics, parachutes, jazz, breakfasts and even motorcycle stunt shows. We urge everyone to show their appreciation for the members of …

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Veterans Day includes events and deals in Broward that offer an opportunity to display appreciation for those in the armed forces. Usually events are free.  Occasionally, reservations  may be required. Some events and deals are open to the public, and others are for veterans and military. Veterans Day is November 11 every year and honors …

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Readers of South Florida on the Cheap have a chance to attend a free advance screening of the new film from Amazon Studios, courtesy of Prime Video. Free tickets are first-come, first-served and can only be reserved online at amazonscreenings.com. The free advance screening will be Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024, at 7 p.m. at the following …

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