Get ready to celebrate summer with a Splash Party on Saturday in honor of the National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA)’s 40th year. What: Summer Splash Party When: Saturday, July 27, with free entry from 9 a.m. to noon Where: Wellington Aquatics Complex, 12072 Forest Hill Blvd. Activities include: DJ Music Demonstrations Kona Ice (for …
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Museums are a great place to take kids for a variety of reasons. They not only provide educational opportunities, but they also spark creativity, and promote family bonding. Plus, they can help give children a healthy perspective of where they fit in, between the past and the future. And thanks to the Museums for All …
School starts soon, but while it’s still out, there is still time to make sure your kids are entertained. Luckily, South Florida, and especially Palm Beach County, has plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do this summer, both inside and outside. There are, of course beaches, most of them free to visit. …
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 and events are exempt from usual Florida state sales tax. You’ll save at least 6 percent on qualifying purchases. Florida Freedom Month sales tax holiday is July 1-31, …
For fun, free outdoor excursions, lots of people delight in nature walks in parks. For extra fun, direct your attention on birds. If you’re interested in bird watching or birding, libraries in Broward and greater Palm Beach loan equipment for free. Sierra Taliaferro, a parks naturalist in Broward, offers some information on the delightful activity. “All …
The Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach was founded more than 40 years ago, but the challenges it faces today have not only been compounded by the effects of recent climate change but also by the increase of red tide and toxic blue-green algae on sea creatures and ocean ecology. Situated on one of the …
Walking in nature has been shown to have a wide range of health benefits, both physical and mental. Experts say it can not only help reduce stress, but it also may improve one’s mood, boost creativity, and even improve cognitive function. So, grab the sunscreen and bug repellant, your comfy walking shoes, and if you …
For an interesting twist on nightlife activities, register for evening nature walks at Broward parks. Some parks occasionally offer night hikes in forests, prairies, on shorelines and other intriguing outdoor spaces. On the tour, you’ll savor distinctive nocturnal sights, scents and sounds of evenings in the wild. It’s a nice idea for a romantic date, …
The South Florida Amateur Astronomy Association offers telescopes at Fox Observatory in Sunrise for peering into the night sky. Fox Observatory is in Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise 33326. The facility is usually open Saturdays from about dusk until about 11 p.m, weather permitting, and representatives of South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association …
If you appreciate frugal fun, delighting your sweetie with a lovely inexpensive or free date is doable. Plenty of entertaining events, attractions and interesting activities in Broward are free and perfect for date night. Other activities are relatively inexpensive. With extra dollars in your wallet, splurge on sparkling wine, a fancy dessert, or other romantic …
The waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood, Castaway Island, offers opportunities for discounts and occasional extra events. Water playground and pool at T.Y. Park The waterpark at T.Y. Park includes a swim lagoon pool, wading pool and a water playground with interactive features and water slides. Fees for the waterpark at T-Y Park: $9.50 per …
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