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For a fun Florida approach to holiday lights, embark on an excursion on the Water Taxi in Fort Lauderdale.  This is a fairly pricey and popular holiday activity. Water Taxi  holiday lights tours in 2024 are December 5 – January 4, with decorated vessels navigating The Intracoastal Waterway. The tour is a peek at the decorated …

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Thousands of lights &  Olas the beach snowman are featured at  Light Up  The Beach on A1A and Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. In 2024, the festivities are 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, November 18 at Las Olas Oceanside Park.  Delight in entertainment featuring Fort Lauderdale Symphonic Winds. The event includes a kids’ …

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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 …

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Dance, symphony and vocal performances are among the array of free events at Baily Hall theater in Davie.  For many events, tickets are not required.  Entry is offered while seating is available. Some events require reservations. Events in 2024 include: Bohemian Trio is featured 2 p.m. Sunday, March 24, and entry is free 7:30 p.m. …

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There are many ways to be kind in this world, but sharing with others may be one of the kindest. And Krispy Kreme is showing much love and kindness for doughnut lovers on World Kindness Day. Image: Krispy Kreme In an effort to inspire people to connect with each other and share kindness on World …

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When we were growing up, Turkey Day meant going to Grandma’s house to enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner she spent days preparing and hours cooking, followed by even more hours cleaning up afterward. Times have changed and so have we.  Preparing a Thanksgiving dinner is a lot of work. Some years, it just makes sense to …

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Light Up Dania Beach offers entertainment, synthetic ice skating and a drone show. Photo ops include selfies with Santa.  The event in 2024 is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, November 16, and entry is free. Light Up Dania Beach includes: Kids zone Ugly Sweater event, which is open to adults and kids as participants …

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Once the ceremonies, parades and festivities are over, there are still plenty of deals and discounts being offered by restaurants, local attractions, businesses and other establishments that may not only apply to vets and active-duty military, but also to their families, as a way of saying, “Thank you for your service!” Special note: All National …

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Veterans Day celebrates active duty and retired men and women who chose to serve their country with pride. Here is a list of some of the Miami-Dade Veterans Day festivities we found. They include parades, picnics, parachutes, jazz, breakfasts and even motorcycle stunt shows. We urge everyone to show their appreciation for the members of …

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