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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. Two sales tax holidays are offered in 2024 for hurricane supplies, including lots of everyday products. The sales tax holidays in 2024 are June 1 …

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Summer is coming soon, so it’s time to give your closet a refresh. And the Sustainable Style organization says, “Swap don’t shop!” There will be a free Sustainable Style Social Clothing Swap on Saturday, May 18, 2024, that starts at noon. Be sure to RSVP to save your spot on eventbrite. The event will last …

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See 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 entertainment featuring a  magician. Downtown Hollywood is …

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Appreciate the talents of artists and artisans with lively art festivals, which draw exhibitors from South Florida region as well as different parts of the United States. South Florida has lots of arts festivals, craft fairs and artisan markets in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm beach counties. Many events are free or inexpensive. In winter, South …

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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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Purchase eligible items and skip paying 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. Regular state sales taxes on a $1,000 purchase …

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Florida shoppers rev up your wallets for a tax-free shopping spree.  For a tax freedom event in July, eligible outdoor recreation items and entry to eligible venues & events are exempt from  usual Florida state sales tax. You’ll save at least 6 percent on qualifying purchases. Florida Tax Freedom event in 2024 is offered in …

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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 $125 per toilet when replacing an older model with a more efficient, low-flow, WaterSense-rated toilet. Eligible …

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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. 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 …

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