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The Broward Women’s Chorus will perform its spring concert in two locations in April, in Boca Raton and in Fort Lauderdale. The concert is called “Imagine,” and will include favorite Broadway music, pop songs and standards showcasing hopes, dreams and the joy of making music. Under the direction of Sylvia Rose Aycock, the chorus will …

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Organizations in South Florida offer free food distribution for families needing help. Some sites provide drive-through pickups, while others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Eligibility requirements vary among different organizations. Some are open to everyone.  Food distributions are in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. Often the organizations accept volunteers and donations. This list is …

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Rather than pick a restaurant, dine on selections from a variety of establishments in Oakland Park. Taste of Oakland Park in 2026 is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, April 17, and tickets are required. Tickets are $20 in advance at $25 at the gate, if any are still available. It’s an outdoor event at Pastorius …

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Score! Chipotle is celebrating the sport of hockey with a big deal for hungry fans.  Gear up and show your team spirit for a complimentary entrée at the popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant. Photo: Chipotle Wear your favorite team’s hockey jersey (or any jersey) on April 20, 2026 and score a buy-one-get-one FREE entrée at participating Chipotle …

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LitLive in Fort Lauderdale offers panel discussions with authors  representing different genres of books, book sales and book signings. LitLive in 2026 is 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 17, and entry is free.  Location: Broward Main Library Auditorium, 100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort LauderdaleTime: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.Cost: Free. Parking is usually about $3 an hour.  …

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The City of Coconut Creek is putting on several free concerts as part of its Groove N Grub concert series. Bring your blankets, chairs and coolers and listen to favorite South Florida bands at these family-friendly concerts.  No pets are allowed. This event has been combined with the monthly food truck event, so you can …

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Vintage fire truck. History of pirates display. In addition to a variety of exhibits, Plantation Historical Museum offers occasional entertainment and activities like trivia events. The museum usually is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with occasional exceptions. Donations are accepted. It’s wise to verify it’s open the day …

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Live entertainment and food trucks are offered for the Earth Day event in Plantation.  Earth Day in Plantation in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18, with free entry. The Earth Day fest includes educational booths, kids activity area, and food trucks. A trash to treasure event is featured.  The festival is …

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Golf with Us is free and open to the first 150,000 new participants who enroll before June 15, 2026. The program offers kids 6-18 a free one-year membership to Youth on Course, giving them access to tee times for $5 or less at thousands of courses nationwide. Returning Golf with Us participants can renew their …

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Miami Grill is expanding its menu this spring with the launch of three new limited-time chicken sandwiches, available from April 6 through May 24. Only $6.99: Buffalo Chicken Sandwich – tossed in tangy buffalo wing sauce and topped with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and cool, creamy blue cheese dressing. Chipotle BBQ Chicken Sandwich – smothered …

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