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For artists, DIYers and other shoppers who appreciate a deal, Resource Depot sells excess supplies and an eclectic array of items at discount prices. Resource Depot in West Palm Beach focuses on reusing and repurposing random items donated by businesses and individuals.  Artists, educators and families often pick up assorted items for art projects.  Some …

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Picnics and BBQs. Parades and patriotic programs.  Plenty of events honoring heroes in the Armed Forces are featured in Miami-Dade, Broward and greater Palm Beach Memorial Day weekend. Restaurants and businesses are offering deals, some for everyone, and some exclusively for military and veterans.  Patriotic events & programs: Hollywood 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, …

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If you’d like a little fun and entertainment with your shopping and dining excursions, Dania Pointe plaza in Dania Beach offers free events and activities for kids and adults. Events & activities at Dania Pointe include: Night market events, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.  second and fourth Fridays outdoors, featuring artisan wares, food & other …

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Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans. Farmers markets and vendor fairs in Broward, Miami-Dade and greater Palm Beach often include opportunities for extra fun and entertainment like yoga, live music, hayrides, pony rides, face painting or petting zoos. Usually entry is …

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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 $100 per toilet when replacing an older model with a more efficient, low-flow, WaterSense-rated toilet. Eligible …

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Florida is offering its residents an opportunity to purchase storm supplies without paying state sales tax, which is 6 percent. You’ll save at least $6 on every $100 you spend. This year, there are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies, including lots of everyday products. The first sales tax holiday in 2023, which is …

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The South Florida Boat Show is the perfect place to find your next boat. With over 200 exhibitors and hundreds of boats on display, you’re sure to find the perfect boat for your needs.  When: Friday-Sunday, June 23-25, 2023 Times: noon-7 p.m. Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday Where: South Florida Fairgrounds …

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Play your cards right and you can take advantage of a lot of free and bargain entertainment at Palm Beach County’s best kept secret: Northwood Village. Art, Dine, and Design Free Event, last Friday of the month at 6 p.m.: May 26, June 30, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 29, Oct. 27, and Nov. 24 …

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Purchase eligible items and skip the sales tax. Florida offers an opportunity to save on eligible purchases during shopping events when state sales taxes are waived for specific items, including energy efficient refrigerators and washers. Florida sales taxes are 6 percent, or $6 per $100 purchase. Some regions levy local taxes, which likely are also …

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If you like to shop or are just looking, Fort Lauderdale Art Walk  is an outdoor event featuring local artists, artisans  and other vendors, food for purchase andentertainment. Fort Lauderdale Art Walk is usually 6 p.m. to about 11 p.m. fourth of fifth Saturdays, 844 NE 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33304. Events usually include live …

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Peruse works of art indoors and outdoors and shop wares from artisan vendors during the popular Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk. The free event typically takes place 6 p.m. to 11 p.m third Saturdays on Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison Street. The events usually include live music by regional bands and a magician. Featured performers May 20 are …

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