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The NSU Art Museum in Fort Lauderdale offers free admission as part of Sunny Days/Starry Nights events from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. the first Thursday of each month. The events include activities for kids and adults. Often events include 2-for-1 deals on wine. Free hands-on art activities  The free first Thursdays events usually include …

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The Norton Museum of Art is inviting families to enjoy performances, art projects, meditative practices to set the tone for the year ahead, Docent-led tours, and authentic snacks to honor the year of the horse. In addition to art projects, docents will host 15-minute spotlight tours of the collection in English and Spanish every Saturday. …

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The Market at Harbourside Place will be full of local vendors, food and beverages, live music, and activities for kids on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of July and August. Admission is free; vendor prices vary. What:The Market at Harbourside Place, Summer Series When: Aug. 25, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Harbourside …

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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 some sensory-inclusive performances are available.  2026 Fantasy Theatre Factory Shows The Mis-Adventures of Pinocchio, a re-telling of the classic tale: Saturday, January 10, at 11:30 …

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Watch family-friendly films for free outdoors at ArtsPark in Hollywood.  Movies are usually 8 p.m. Fridays, with occasional exceptions. It’s wise to verify the event is on prior to venturing out.  Films include: Friday, Jan. 8, 2026: How to Train Your Dragon Friday, Jan. 23: Superman (2025) Friday, Jan. 30: Tron Ares Feel free to …

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Turtle-lovers are invited to help say goodbye to rehabilitated patient “Swim Shady”, a 246 pound adult loggerhead sea turtle who is returning to the ocean. The public release will take place on the beach behind the Loggerhead Marinelife Center. Public turtle release When: Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. (space is limited, arrive no …

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Watch a rescued turtle dine on greens. With a focus on protecting oceans and their wildlife inhabitants, Marine Environmental Education in Hollywood is open to the public with exhibits and a saltwater pool where you can watch a rescued sea turtle swim and eat. The female sea turtle on site is not releasable due to …

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One of the best deals around in Miami is through an organization called Culture Shock Miami. Through Culture Shock, students 13 to 22 (and their guardians) can get discount tickets to numerous cultural performances in Miami for only $5 each. New tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. the first of every month, so be …

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Deals and occasional extra events are offered at Old Davie School, an interesting historical attraction with an authentic old schoolhouse and a replica of a Florida pioneer home. Some events offer free or discounted entry. Old Davie School Historical Museum, 954-797-1044, is at 6650 Griffin Road, Davie 33314 Entry fees Regular entry fees are $10, …

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