Sports and recreation

Snag unlimited entry for several South Florida attractions with a summer package deal. For one price, you’ll receive access to participating attractions as often as you want. South Florida Adventure Pass The South Florida Adventure Pass includes Sawgrass Recreation Park in west Weston, features airboat rides in The Everglades & reptile exhibits Flamingo Gardens in …

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 a program called Museums …

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 …

Fix flat tires, adjust brakes and do other simple repairs on your bike at DIY repair stations at 7 parks in Weston. The fixit bike repair stations, which are free to access, include an air pump, select tools and a place to suspend the bike so the wheels spin freely. A QR label leads smart phone …

Stretch. Squat. Dance. If you’re interested in yoga, Zumba or other group fitness, free exercise programs are offered at public parks, shopping plazas and libraries in Dania, Fort Lauderdale and other towns in Broward. Occasionally free yoga is featured at vendor markets. Some fitness programs are outside, weather permitting. It’s wise to verify the event …

Residents of Broward are eligible to nab a voucher for $40 off swimming instruction for kids. The vouchers are for kids to age 8. When ordering a kid’s swimming instruction voucher, Watersmart Broward offers an opportunity for another voucher offering $50 off swimming instruction for ages 14 and older, including adults. Apply online. If the Watersmart …

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. Parks naturalist from South Florida Sierra Taliaferro offers some information on the delightful activity. “All …

Interactive educational exhibits, solar trees and opportunities for selfies are featured at a waterfront attraction in Riviera Beach. Entry to Manatee Lagoon is free. Parking is also free. Manatees occasionally hang out in the warm water discharge from the FPL power facility, especially in winter, and the venue includes a deck for watching them, and …

Here’s a list of deals and discounts available to residents and visitors alike and the best part is that you don’t have to buy anything up front to take advantage of these savings opportunities. All you do is visit The Palm Beaches Savings Pass and enter your contact info. It’s like a free digital coupon …