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Set your sights for an adventure in the South Florida wilderness. Perhaps you’ll navigate a shady path through a lush forest. Or perch yourself on a riverbank where herons are wading in the water. Tune in to the visual displays, scents and sounds of the outdoor environment. Some parks, botanical gardens and protected natural areas …

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Ready, set, shuck! That’s the call for everyone in South Florida who loves sweet corn to show up at the annual Sweet Corn Fiesta: When: Sunday, April 30, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Yesteryear Village at South Florida Fairgrounds Tickets: $5 for kids, $10 for adults; ride tickets $10-$15 There will be …

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The Boynton Beach Egg-stravaganza will be held from  10 a.m. to noon, on Saturday, March 30, 2024. Event will take place in Centennial Park and Amphitheater, 120 E. Ocean Ave. The egg hunt is free and offers fun for the whole family, with a morning full of games, activities, and photo opportunities. For more details, …

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Miami is preparing for a fun Easter season … complete with egg hunt adventures and photo opportunities for the entire family.  Easter is set for Sunday, March 31, 2024. But be aware that not all holiday-themed events will take place on that specific date. We also have news on egg hunts and Easter events in …

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The Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach offers a Free Family Day and Art Cares activities on the last Sunday of most months. Families are invited to enjoy special activities such as arts projects and scavenger hunts. The event is from 2 to 4 p.m. April 7… Art Outside Annual Picnic from 3-6 p.m. …

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YMCA South Florida organizations offer free swim lessons for water safety. The lessons are for kids, teens and adults. In 2024, free lessons are March 25-29, and registration is required online. YMCA facilities in Broward offering free swim instruction include Pembroke Pines, Weston, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood, and Fort Lauderdale. Residency in Broward is not required. …

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For folks who sign up for the free Family rewards program at Ikea, participating restaurants in the home goods stores offers deals. Some deals are offered to shoppers with or without the Family Rewards program. Ikea Restaurant deals include: Mondays $3 for 8-piece Veggie & Plant Ball plates, requires Family Rewards ID, while the promotion …

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Arsht Center continues to connect Miami audiences to the arts by presenting its signature, free monthly Family Fest Series with diverse programming. Below is the lineup for 2023-2024. Free tickets are available at arshtcenter.org   Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. Miami City Ballet: Ballet for Young People Ziff Ballet Opera House A performance …

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