The Tropical Audubon Society organizes a free bird-friendly gardening day the third Saturday of every month. Join other volunteers to help keep the organization’s bird-friendly demonstration garden and near-native Steinberg Nature Center grounds in good shape. WHEN: Third Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon through June, 8:30 to 11 a.m. in July and August. WHERE: …
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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. Scroll down to find newly added venues …
If you haven’t experienced the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center recently, here is a list of some upcoming activities that expose kids to fun, outdoor conservation and environmental programs. Admission and parking are free. Some activities do have nominal fees. Some require advance registration. Some are free. All programs are subject to cancellation due to inclement …
The Tropical Audubon Society offers free birding field trips and other events for those who want to learn more about South Florida’s feathered friends (and our real snowbirds that pass through). The group also offers butterfly and plant trips, local outings in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties and trips to other parts of Florida. …
If you’re on a quest to discover a place where you can take the kids and enjoy the day for next to nothing, then the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is definitely a place for the whole family to enjoy an authentic outdoor Florida adventure. And best of all, admission is free! There is no charge …
For a dazzling outdoor display — including flying whales — Haulover Park is hosting Kitetober Festival. The Kite Festival is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. October 21 and 22, 2023, and entry is free. At the event, fly your own kites if you’d like, or watch others. Kites of all shapes and styles are featured, …
Look up!: The Perseids Meteor Shower is upon us! From Aug. 11 to 14, thousands of shooting stars can be seen at the rate of 100-150 per hour. The popular and free Southern Cross Observation Deck has re-opened in Miami-Dade at Bill Sadowski Park. The public is invited to visit with amateur astronomers from 7:30 …
Free beach parking might seem like a dream in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, but plenty of spaces can be found along Palm Beach County’s 37 miles of coastline. The free beachside parking spots get easier to find as you travel north from Boca Raton to Tequesta. To keep up with latest news, sign …
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 …
Female sea turtles like the South Florida shoreline for laying eggs. They waddle out from the waves in the darkness onto the beach, deposit dozens of eggs into a sand nest, then return to the water. It’s a part of nature that Florida residents delight in — especially if they see it in person. Several …
If you appreciate frugal fun, delighting your sweetie with a lovely inexpensive or free date is doable. Plenty of entertaining events and interesting activities in Broward are free. Others are relatively inexpensive. With extra dollars in your wallet, splurge on sparkling wine, a fancy dessert, or other romantic indulgence. Ideas for Free & Inexpensive Dates …
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