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Transportation is a big deal, and when it’s free, that’s even better! Driving and maintaining insured vehicles can be costly. Trying to navigate heavy traffic patterns can be frustrating. Finding a nearby parking space can be a time-consuming challenge like no other.  So, here’s an option that can aid in cutting down on the frustration …

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South Forida PBS presents: KidVision Music Time Party from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 29, at the UM campus, 5513 San Amaro Drive, Coral Gables. Admission is free with RSVP. This event will not only feature Miss Penny, but also live music by UM Professor Dan Strange and his student ensemble and University …

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Rene Rodriguez, former film critic for The Miami Herald, now runs the Cosford Cinema on the University of Miami Campus and he’s always coming up with some type of innovative film series. The latest is a series of free screenings of films based on banned books, In Celebration of Banned Books. Entry is free, but …

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Florida Grand Opera opens its 2023-24 season with the FGO Studio First Sing for free with RSVP on Friday, Oct. 20 in Miami-Dade; and Saturday, Oct. 21, in Broward. It’s your very first opportunity to hear the five FGO artists in their first concert of the 2023–2024 season. Attendees will get to hear powerful performances …

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During Miami winters, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden transforms itself into The NightGarden, an enchanted, illuminated experience full of fantasy and wonderment – where things like the Wise Talking Tree, Archimedes and Flying Fairies come to life. This gorgeous magical garden is scheduled to open on Nov. 10, 2022, and run through January 7, 2024.  Feast …

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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. First up is Lewis Warren, Jr., winner of the 2023 MTNA Young Artists Competition performing in Broward and Coral Gables on …

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Want to visit Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden? The 83-acre garden in Coral Cables, established in 1938, offers visitors a chance to see all kinds of rare and interesting tropical plants. Fairchild also hosts festivals, workshops and classes all year. Admission to this Coral Gables attraction typically costs $24.95 for adults, $17.95 for seniors and $15.95 …

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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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Coral Gables Museum welcomes you to “Family Day on Aragon” on the second Saturday of each month, with free admission, live music and special activities.      Upcoming event is on Sept. 9. 11 a.m.: Family film “Song of the Sea” at Coral Gables Art Cinema across the street from the museum. Noon – 12:30: …

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Readers of South Florida on the Cheap have a chance to attend a free advance screening of the movie “The Burial,” which debuts on Amazon Prime on October 13, 2023. The free advance screenings will be at four South Florida cinemas, in Coral Gables, South Miami, Aventura and Delray Beach. The film, which was inspired …

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