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Water Taxi on The Intracoastal Waterway runs scenic routes in Fort Lauderdale & Pompano Beach, and an express route from Fort Lauderdale to Hollywood. Information about Water Taxi and purchasing tickets is at 954-467-6677 or online. Discount opportunities are offered.  Water Taxi routes in Fort Lauderdale Some use the yellow vessels to travel from place …

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Performances and activities are featured at a Broward Library BookFest for youngsters and their families. The family BookFest event in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Saturday, May 30, and entry is free. It’s at West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation 33324. The festival includes: Salty Sue  authors  STEAM projects  Dances of …

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Plantation Parks and Recreation is featuring Water Safety Day with an opportunity for free swimming lessons. Water Safety Day in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 2, at Plantation Aquatics, 9151 NW Second Street, Plantation 33324. Parking is free. The event includes water safety demonstrations, vendors and games. Free swim lessons are …

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Sports enthusiasts and families are drawn to Weston Regional Park for its array of features and free events. The park amenities include shaded playground roller hockey rinks beach tennis pickle ball sand volleyball picnic shelters lighted walking path bike DIY repair station EV vehicle station basketball team athletic  fields The park offers free occasional events …

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Don’t get it twisted; the best way to celebrate National Pretzel Day is to enjoy lots of salty savings at many popular shops around the country.  Whether you’re a fan of Auntie Anne or go weak over Wetzel’s Pretzels, you can enjoy the popular snack without spending lots of dough on April 26, 2026.  With …

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If you love fresh Mexican food, mark your calendar because this special deal doesn’t come around very often. Zona Fresca to celebrate 25 years with $2.50 specials on Friday and Saturday, April 24-25. To celebrate 25 years and thank the Fort Lauderdale community, Zona Fresca will offer $2.50 street tacos, $2.50 ceviche, $2.50 beers, and $2.50 …

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Reducing water waste is kind to your wallet. And to the planet. As an incentive to replace old toilets with fresher versions that save water, rebates are offered to eligible Broward residents. The Broward Water Partnership offers rebates of $125 per toilet when replacing an older model with a more efficient, low-flow, WaterSense-rated toilet. Eligible …

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Pull out your favorite flip flops. If you’re interested in volunteering to protect the ocean from plastic discards and other marine litter, some events in Broward include pick-up projects at the beach.  Dania Beach  Dania Beach is offering a beach litter pick-up event 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, April 20, at Ocean Park Beach,  …

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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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