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It’s that time again! Mia’s Summer Shell-A-Bration is a free, family-friendly event not only to celebrate but also learn how to protect Florida’s beloved manatees. Take the whole family and enjoy a fun day packed with engaging activities. Mia’s Summer Shell-A-Bration at Manatee Lagoon When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. …

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Refreshing dive-in films at public pools, entertainment galore at Juneteenth festivals, and lots of free events to rock out with popular bands are featured in June in Broward.  If you’re interested in free and inexpensive things to do, here are some ideas. Events in June in Broward Oakland Park Pride Events and entertainment for kids …

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The City of Boynton Beach continues to offer a free monthly concert series on the First Friday at 5 p.m. for 2025: First Friday @ 5 When: First Friday of each month (except July), from 5 to 9 p.m. Where: Centennial Park & Amphitheater, 120 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach Food trucks and beverage vendors …

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Welleby Park in Sunrise is sporting fun features. For kids, amenities include a nature-theme splash pad for wet fun, a playground with a rubberized safety surface, and a Safety Town play area.  For a stroll, a boardwalk runs along a lake. Dogs are welcome to nose around Pawgrass Dog Park. Welleby Park, 954-747-4600, is at …

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Aloha! This may not be a Pacific island but the folks in Palm Springs are throwing a luau anyway. This sounds like fun for the whole family, with music, dancing, games, drinks and food. Admission is free; vendor prices vary. Space is limited; preregistration required. Family Date Night in Palm Springs When: Saturday, June 7, …

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Popular Jazz Brunch events offer an afternoon of free outdoor entertainment along scenic Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale. The events are usually 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on first Sundays, with performers at different points along Riverwalk and Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. If you’d like, bring your own picnic or buy food …

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If you’d like entertainment and activities  with your shopping and dining excursions, Dania Pointe plaza in Dania Beach offers free events for kids and adults. Dania Pointe is a popular plaza with trendy shops, restaurants, Bowlero, Dania Improv and Regal theaters. Some of the venues offer Happy Hour deals. Free events & activities at Dania …

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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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The Village of Surfside’s block parties are always fun and the monthly Thursdays events are coming back in February. Head over to 93rd St. and Harding Ave./Town Hall for fun on the beach from 6-9 p.m. Here’s the schedule:   Feb. 20: Third Thursday, Cirque Under the Stars: The series kicks off with a dazzling ‘cirque’ …

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