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Meet the Enjoy The Wood map – a small idea that turned into a big reality!  From a garage startup to $2 million on Kickstarter, the family-owned company Enjoy the Wood has gone from zero to woodcraft virtuosos. Enjoy The Wood specializes in creating handmade wooden world maps with meticulous attention to detail. The maps …

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This two-day festival not only features the best that a flower show and expo has to offer, but it also will host many art exhibits, musical performances, dance showcases, educational sessions and a versatile vendors market. The festival takes place at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, from 9 a.m. …

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Family Farms in Davie offers produce for purchase, including occasional U-pick items, flower fields and activities. The farm with farm animals on display is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays and Sundays; and 10 a.m. to 10  p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, usually with free entry. Fees apply for some activities and events. Family Farms, …

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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 and entertainment. Fort Lauderdale Art Walk is usually 6 p.m. to about 11 p.m. the last Saturday of the month, in the area around 844 NE 4th Avenue, …

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For folks who like friendly outdoor events featuring food trucks, artisan vendors and interesting items to purchase, Equality Park After Dark in Broward is a free event. Equality Park After Dark events are usually  6 p.m – 10 p.m. third Thursdays, with free parking. The venue is Equality Park,  2040 N. Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors …

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Oh, the times, they are a changing … and there’s more jingle in the pocketbook! The cord has been cut, the savings are stacking up and it hasn’t been all that painful, thanks to free FAST channels (scroll down for explanation). For many years, my basic and extended cable subscription was included in my condo’s …

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Eligible apparel, household items and other goods are typically half-price on Wednesdays at participating Salvation Army Family Stores. The deals are valid for lots of items at the thrift stores including shoes, purses, jewelry and other items, except furniture. Salvation Army Family Stores in Broward are usually open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays …

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Florida is offering shoppers savings on eligible purchases of apparel, school supplies, and electronic devices including laptops, desktops and tablets. Florida Back To School sales tax holidays are events in which state sales tax is withheld on qualifying products. The savings is for students and all others. In 2024, an extra back to school  tax …

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The Lake Park Arts District presents a monthly Rust Market and Classic Car Show on the third Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. the event includes local vendors selling a diverse selection of vintage, antique, repurposed and handcrafted goods. Visitors to the Rust Market can also see a classic and custom …

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Shopping at big-box stores is fine, but real unique finds are what’s great about arts festivals, craft fairs, holiday bazaars and artisan markets. Besides finding the perfect gift, you’re supporting local and small businesses. South Florida has lots of craft fairs and art festivals in the fall and winter, and you can find artisans selling …

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