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Hurricane season has begun and doesn’t end until Nov. 30 so now is the ideal time to prepare before we are in the throes of intense activity. In an effort to help South Floridians prepare, Farm Share and Global Empowerment Mission are hosting their third annual Statewide Hurricane Emergency Preparedness Drives with several sites in …

South Floridians have learned the hard way to take hurricanes seriously. When we get complacent, another storm comes and reminds us of the importance of hurricane preparation and supplies. You should take preparing for a hurricane seriously — but you shouldn’t buy a lot of things you’re never going to use. Miami-Dade County has an online hurricane guide that …

Organizations in South Florida offer free food distribution for families needing help. Some sites provide drive-through pickups, while others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Eligibility requirements vary among different organizations. Some are open to everyone.  Food distributions are in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. Often the organizations accept volunteers and donations. This list is …

Hurricane season begins June 1 and ends Nov. 30. The aftermath of a hurricane can be devastating and leave you and loved ones without basic necessities. Here’s a  helpful guide to creating an essential and basic emergency supply kit. It’s recommended you pack these items in weather-proof duffel bags or plastic bins – or a …

Enhance your yard, patio and indoor areas with plants, including native species and edibles. Lots of free information is available for South Florida residents, such as  tips on selecting the perfect plants for a particular area.  For personalized information, landscaping experts from extension offices in Miami-Dade, Broward & West Palm Beach answer questions via phone …

Got time? If you’ve got some spare time and you’re looking for a way to give back to your community and make a difference in the lives of others, volunteering is a great option. There are many different volunteer opportunities available, so you’re sure to find one that’s a good fit for you. And the …

If you’re interested in sprucing up your landscaping, an organization is offering free trees at an event in Broward.  The free trees are open to anyone, regardless of where they reside, while supplies last. There will be 150 trees available. The event is 10 a.m. Saturday, May 16, at Village Art Plaza, 2260 NW 68th …

Residents interested in information about financial aid, food pantries & other social services resources for individuals and families are welcome to simply dial 2-1-1. 2-1-1 Broward is a free health and human services helpline providing support and valuable information about local agencies and organizations offering resources related to specific issues. Connecting with 2-1-1 Broward counselors …

Pull out your favorite swim suit. Water safety is the focus of a free event at a pool in Dania Beach. Splash and Learn is 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Friday June 5 and the event is geared for ages 3 and older.  The venue is the public pool, 2901 SW 52nd St., Dania Beach …

Reducing water waste is kind to your wallet. And to the planet. As an incentive to replace old toilets with fresher versions that save water, rebates are offered to eligible Broward residents. The Broward Water Partnership offers rebates of $125 per toilet when replacing an older model with a more efficient, low-flow, WaterSense-rated toilet. Eligible …

If you’d like homework help for your kids, local libraries in South Florida offer it online for free. At some libraries, in-person tutoring is available. Also, SAT prep is often is available at these libraries. To receive tutoring, you register with your personal library number to set up an online account. Obtaining a library account …