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Have you visited the Miami Beach Botanical Garden lately?  This 3-acre tropical oasis sits in the heart of Miami Beach, at 2000 Convention Center Drive, and is brimming with beauty. It’s open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays to Sundays, except some holidays, and admission is free! (Previously entry cost $5 …

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If you’re looking to soak  in the outdoors in South Florida, Fern Forest in north Broward is a lush oasis for nature walks and occasional free astronomy programs with telescopes. Delight in the scenic setting on your own or register for a guided hike. Most events are free or relatively inexpensive. Entry into the natural …

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If you find the idea of 700 synchronized drones lighting up the night sky in a spectacular display of dancing colorful lights enchanting, then mark this event on your calendar. Old School Square will present Delray in the Sky — a drone light show that will illuminate the night sky on Tuesday, July 30, 2025. …

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You just get home from work and the kids are hungry and you’re tired. If it’s Tuesday and you’re near West Boca, you’re in luck. Here’s a weekly seasonal event for the whole family. Tasty Tuesday When: Every Tuesday, weather permitting, from 5 to 9 p.m. Where: Sunset Cove Amphitheater, 20405 Amphitheater Circle, Boca Raton. …

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Yes, it’s that time again; time to get ready for Back to School. Some free school supplies are being offered at numerous events in Palm Beach County for students returning to school for the 2025 fall session. Some events are in July, some in August. Events sometimes include free physicals, food vouchers, or even free …

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Coco Market will not only feature live music, family activities, artisans and retailers but also wellness vendors, workshops and community connections. Coco Market First Sunday: August, September Aug. 3, 2025, 9 am. to 2 p.m. Sept. 7, 2025, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach Website: cocomarket.org …

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Community Days at The Norton offer children ages 5 through 12, and their accompanying grownups can participate in a free gallery experience, followed by a related workshop at the Norton Museum of Art. There will also be live music and storytelling, plus docents will host 15-minute spotlight tours of the collection in English and Spanish. …

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The long-running, popular – and free – Jazz at MOCA has been a fixture in the North Miami community and Miami’s music scene for more than two decades. The monthly event presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami features an exciting lineup of South Florida musicians playing on the last Friday of every …

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The Bass Museum of Arts in Miami Beach opened in 1964 and showcases contemporary art in both permanent and temporary exhibits. 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! Present a valid ID or proof of residence and receive …

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Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers’ markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The South Florida farmers markets and vendor fairs often include opportunities for extra fun and entertainment like yoga, live music, …

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