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Free UM film series for movie, current event lovers

The University of Miami’s Bill Cosford Cinema has a free film series – Global Frontiers, the perfect event for movie lovers and people who care about current events.  The film More Life: Decoding the Secret of Aging following the work of several cellular biologists researching the aging process, will screen on Saturday, March 25 at …

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Broadway Discount: Steve Martin and Edie Brickell’s ‘Bright Star’

Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s Bright Star tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep …

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Discount: Fairchild Garden’s ‘Orchids in Bloom’

Join in on Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden’s ‘Orchids in Bloom‘ for a two-day festival to celebrate the beauty and diversity of orchids. This event is perfect for anyone who loves nature and family-friendly fun. Dates are March 11 and 12, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. When you’re ready to check out of the …

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Free family art workshop at UM Lowe Art Museum

Join the Lowe Art Museum for an interactive adult and child art making workshop. Art activities are inspired by the works on view in the Lowe Art Museum galleries. All supplies are included. Children ages 6 years to 12 years are welcome. Spaces are limited, so register soon. Details are: Saturday, March 4 from 10 …

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Free tax preparation and filing support in Miami

Tax Day is Tuesday, April 18, but if you’re expecting a refund, you can file early. If you need help preparing your taxes, there will be 30 local non-profits that have come together to form the Miami Tax Pros who will be offering free filing for those who qualify. Miami-Dade County offers free tax preparation …

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Cheap Miami-Dade Spring Break camps for kids

Keep the kids from bouncing off the walls during Spring Break Week with these cheap options around town. They all run from March 20-24. Hurry and register as some deadlines approach quickly. Fit 2 Play camps are available at various Miami-Dade County parks. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., with early dropoff at 7:30 a.m. and …

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Free ‘Chopin For All’ concert series in Broward & Miami-Dade

The annual Chopin for All free concert series brings top pianists from around the globe to South Florida. These monthly events (November-May) always include Chopin’s music as part of the program, and everyone is invited. Seating is first-come, first-served and is limited, so be sure to arrive early. For a complete list of upcoming free …

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Monthly Coral Gables bike tour is fun and educational

If you’re looking for something fun and educational to do outdoors, consider a bicycle tour through “The City Beautiful,” Coral Gables. The third Sunday of each month, The City of Coral Gables and the Coral Gables Museum will host a two-hour bike tour, with different monthly themes. The tour begins at 10 a.m. at the Coral Gables …

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Free Gables Gallery Night on first Fridays

Gallery Nights at the Museum welcomes guests every first Friday of the month for free from 6-10 pm at the Coral Gables Museum.  Aside from the Museum, galleries to visit during Gables Gallery Night include: ArtSpace Virginia Miller Galleries, 169 Madeira Ave. Cernuda Arte, 3155 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Consulado de Colombia, 280 Aragon Ave. …

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Plan ahead: Free & cheap things to do on a Friday in Miami

Is it Friday yet? If you’re ready to enjoy that fabulous day that ushers in the weekend – but you don’t want to break the bank – we’ve got you covered! We’ve done the research and rounded up the ways you can enjoy a Friday in Miami for free or on the cheap. Make sure …

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