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Food demonstrations for kids and families, live entertainment and food trucks are featured at Picnic in the Park at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale. Picnic in the Park in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, January 25, and entry is free. Artisan vendors are included at the event, which also includes …

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Treat yourself to live concerts at First Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale. Several are free.  If you’d like, you may make a donation. Free performances in 2026 include: 4 p.m. Sunday, January 25 Astralis Chamber Ensemble Venue First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-6200, is at 401 Southeast 15th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, 33301. Sign up for …

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The Music Club of Hollywood is planning a full season of free concerts at various venues in Hollywood through June 2026. Here is the schedule: Saturday, Jan. 10, 4 p.m. Sounds of Motown featuring 3 Generations. T-Y Park, 3300 N. Park Rd., Hollywood. Sunday, Jan. 18, 2 p.m. South Florida folk & Acoustic Music Festival …

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Festival organizers, libraries and galleries in Broward offer engaging events, live entertainment & exhibits focusing on Black History. Lots of events, performances and exhibits are featured in February  for Black History Month.  Plenty of the events are free. There are also Black History Month events in Palm Beach County and Black History Month events in Miami-Dade, …

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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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Valentine’s Day is for love. Including love for fluffy pets.  For decked out dogs and their humans, Galleria Fort Lauderdale is featuring a doggie fashion show and adoption event 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, February 14 and entry is free for participants and spectators.  The Fashion Show features prizes for Best Dog Walk, Best …

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The expense of dining out has hit an all-time high! And that even includes the usually budget-friendly fast-food restaurants. There was a time when you could easily feed a family of four for under $20 at just about any fast-food restaurant. However, nowadays, $20 may barely be enough to feed two people. That’s why any …

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Interactive and exciting, Ignite Broward features immersive light, sound and projection art displays in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood and Dania Beach. The events and displays are free. Ignite Broward in 2026 is February 13-22 at different venues. The displays feature the work of local, national  and  international artists and designers using impressive technology for 3D projection …

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Tours, hands-on art activities and artists painting live are featured at the Avenue of the Arts Festival in Fort Lauderdale. The event, nicknamed AOTA Fest, focuses on art, education and youth enrichment. Watch artists painting murals live. Events are free.  Events January 21-25 in 2026 include: Free mural tours, reservations recommended, information is online. 6 …

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Eligible apparel, household items and other goods are typically half-price on Wednesdays at participating Salvation Army Family Stores in Broward. The deal is valid for lots of items at the thrift stores including shoes, purses and other goods, except furniture. Participating stores offer other discounts, such as a discount 0f 50% on yellow  items, except …

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