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School starts soon, but while it’s still out, there is still time to make sure your kids are entertained. Luckily, South Florida, and especially Palm Beach County, has plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do this summer, both inside and outside. There are, of course beaches, most of them free to visit. …

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Here are some free movies for tweens to adults that will be playing at the downtown public library in Boca Raton. Showings are monthly, 5:30-8 p.m., through August. Registration not required. Documentaries on the second Monday of the month: Aug. 12, 2024: The Automat Feature films on the fourth Monday of the month: Aug. 26, …

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If you’re a movie lover on a budget, mark your calendar for Tuesdays. Cinemark offers its weekly Discount Day every Tuesday at participating locations, including theaters in Boca Raton, Boynton Beach and Davie. Cinemark offers its Discount Tuesdays every week at participating locations. Ticket price varies by location. In South Florida, see: Boca Raton, Boynton …

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Everyone knows the movies can be an expensive adventure (especially for families), so any opportunity to save money is worthy of the spotlight. If you’re a film fanatic, Tuesday is the day to go to Regal Theatres, which has locations in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Ticket prices range from $5 to $8. Every …

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Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers’ markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The South Florida farmers markets and vendor fairs often include opportunities for extra fun and entertainment like yoga, live music, …

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Mizner Park Amphitheater, in the center of downtown Boca Raton, has become a hub for free concerts, festivals and other entertainment. Following is a list of free outdoor events for the summer of 2024: Summer in the City concert series, presented by The City of Boca Raton Free and open to the public Doors open …

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Marco-Polo — Spish-Splash, come on in, the water’s fine. Grab your swimsuits, it’s time for some aquatic fun under sunny South Florida skies. While some pools, like those at the YMCAs, are usually open year-round, others, such as water parks with slides and many municipal or community pools, tend to be seasonal. The good news …

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Beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 13, 2024, residents (only) of Boca Raton, will be eligible to receive two free trees per household, while supplies last. This tree giveaway is a celebration of the Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District’s 50th Anniversary, and Park and Recreation Month in cooperation with Community Greening. Location: …

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The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum is continuing to waive general admission fees and opening its doors on the first Saturday of the month, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., for families to peruse the exhibits and enjoy a craft-based activity for youngsters at 2 p.m. Families receive FREE admission to the History Museum on the …

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If you’re on a quest to discover a place where you can take the kids and enjoy the day for next to nothing, then the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is definitely a place for the whole family to enjoy an authentic outdoor Florida adventure. And best of all, admission is free! There is no charge …

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