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For fun, free outdoor excursions, lots of people delight in nature walks in parks.  For extra fun, direct your attention on birds. If you’re interested in bird watching or birding, libraries in Broward and greater Palm Beach loan equipment for free.  Sierra Taliaferro, a parks naturalist in Broward, offers some information on the delightful activity. “All …

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The annual All Kids Included (AKI) Family Arts Festival returns for its 18th year and happening Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center, 10950 SW 211 St, Cutler Bay. The AKI Festival is a free innovative, multidisciplinary community arts festival for children and families with …

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Kids work with their hands putting together fun projects at free interactive workshops offered in South Florida at participating Home Depot and Lowe’s stores. At the workshops, youngsters build a toy truck, a photo holder, or other item. Parents or others are invited to work with them. It’s a good idea to register online, especially …

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Touch A Truck events are popular with youngsters who are interested in interacting with their favorite vehicles, and perhaps hopping in and honking the horn. A Touch A Truck event 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday March 9 in North Broward offers free entry. The event includes police, fire and public works trucks, among others. …

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Walk into a library and walk out with a digital tablet. Or a robot. Or a Frisbee. Participating libraries in South Florida loan items like electronic devices, robotic devices and bird watching gear. Use your library account number. Obtaining a library account is free for eligible residents.  Broward libraries loan  Digital tablets for ages 18 …

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It started on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, the Wynwood Arts District began to offer a free monthly music series that allows audiences to stroll the area and enjoy live outdoor music presented by Young Musicians Unite at various venues. These events are meant to present diverse musical genres and groups that are part of the …

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Free Fridays on South Beach continues with free entry, free music, and lots and lots of food choices, thanks to Smorgasburg Miami. It all happens weekly from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the 1100 block of Lincoln Road at Lenox Avenue, on Miami Beach. Features: Weekly outdoor market Full bar Live music 20+ Food vendors …

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Entertaining, educational, and free. It’s music for your ears and friendly for your wallet. Master Chorale events for children  in 2024 include: Beethovan for Kids: 11 a.m. Saturday, January 20, at First Presbyterian Church, 401 SE 15th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale Meet Mr. Mozart: 11 a.m. Saturday, April 6, at First Presbyterian Church, 401 SE 15th Avenue, Fort …

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Apply now for the Arsht Center’s AileyCamp Miami 2024 a free, full-scholarship summer program that has transformed the lives of more than 1,500 students from Miami-Dade County public middle schools since its inception in 2009. Applications are due on March 29. AileyCamp Miami 2024 will be held in person at the Arsht Center for six …

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Are you a resident of Miami Beach? If so, you’re in luck! Miami Beach Residents enjoy free admission to The Bass all year round! The Bass opened in 1964 and showcases contemporary art in both permanent and temporary exhibits. Present a valid ID or proof of residence and receive complimentary entrance to the museum’s latest …

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Books & Books is one of Miami’s most iconic independent book stores and browsing their extensive collection of carefully curated titles is a favorite pastime of many Miamians. But there’s more to do there than browse.  Their courtyard is also a great spot for listening to live music. You can catch live music in the …

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