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Driving around looking at holiday lights is a favorite tradition of the holiday season. We all have favorite neighborhoods in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties that go all out to decorate for Christmas, Hanukkah or winter. In South Florida, the weather is wonderful for looking at holiday lights. In fact, not only do we …

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Pack up your portable seats for free outdoor events in Tamarac that include live bands, food vendors and extra attractions. Events in 2025 include 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, January 11, Rock ‘n’ Ride with Johnny and the Moondogs The event  features:  kids zone autos on display Entry is free for spectators. Register a …

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On Saturday, Dec. 28, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center will host a special musical event with classical violinist Liana Branscome, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. No tickets required. The Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach was founded more than 40 years ago, but the challenges it faces today have not only been compounded by the …

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Get ready for a special Chanukah Carnival with lots of activities for kids. Not only will there be inflatables, Icee and game trucks, but also rock climbing and a petting zoo! When: Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m. Where: Chabad of Lake Worth, 5801 Colbright Road. Cost: Free with RSVP at chabadlakeworth.org/chanukahcarnival. …

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The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum in Delray invites the public to its annual Kwanzaa Celebration 2-5 p.m., on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024. It’s a free event with RSVP to secure your spot at this celebration of culture, community, and unity. A $10 donation is requested. Festivities include gift-making, art activities, storytelling for children, and food …

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Get ready for goodies and gelt, games, dreidels and lots of latkes to celebrate the miracle of lights. Here’s a sample list of some of the upcoming festivities we found. Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m.: Chanukah Carnival Chabad of Lake Worth, 5801 Colbright Road in Lake Worth. Free with RSVP at chabadlakeworth.org. Sunday, …

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For folks who sign up for the free Family rewards program at Ikea, participating restaurants in the home goods stores offers deals. Ikea Restaurant deals include: Mondays $3 for 8-piece Veggie Ball & Plant Ball plates, requires Family Rewards ID, while the promotion is offered Tuesdays  50% off adult entrees, requires Family Rewards ID Wednesdays  …

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Fantasy Theatre Factory produces a series of live stage performances for young audiences that bring fun, family-friendly shows to life. Tickets are usually only $5 per show, some are free, plus many sensory-inclusive performances are available. Fantasy Theatre Factory Shows for kids Scrooge! A Fractured Christmas Carol. Fantasy Theatre Factory’s humorous adaptation of Charles Dickens’ …

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Celebrate the arrival of 2025 in Downtown Miami during the Miami Downtown Development Authority’s 1ONE New Year’s Day Celebration on Wednesday, Jan. 1 from 3-8 p.m. at Julia and Henry’s, 200 E. Flagler St.  The free, family-friendly block party will be headlined by the iconic DJ Irie, the legendary DJ who has spun at Miami …

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