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When kids are out of school for the summer, parents in South Florida appreciate ideas for fun and interesting things to do. Maybe educational. Especially, if those activities are free, cheap or come with a discount. Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties offer lots of fun and entertainment for families. Indoors and outdoors.  Dive-in movies …

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The Miami Marlins Foundation is inviting kids, age 14 and under, to register and have some fun throwing, catching and hitting the ball out of the park this weekend. Events provide boys and girls an opportunity to showcase their baseball and softball skills. PLAY BALL Weekend Events will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2025, …

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The American Black Film Festival is rocking Miami this weekend with a celebration of Black creators in the film and TV industry. Regular ticket prices are $15.46-up. But there are also some closing events on Sunday that are free and open to the public. Space is limited, so be sure to save your spot on eventbrite …

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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 …

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Sweet potato pie. Live music. Dancing and games. Juneteenth festivities in Pompano Beach include the annual Blues and Sweet Potato Pie Festival. In 2025, the festival is 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 14, and entry is free. It’s at Apollo Park, 1580 NW Third  Avenue, Pompano Beach 33060. The event includes games for …

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On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than a morning at the movies to keep the family entertained…and all in an air-conditioned theater. Even better, when you can also enjoy blockbuster savings!  Regal Cinemas has scheduled 9 weeks of family-friendly flicks at participating theaters for its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Express.  Image: Regal …

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Two tickets, please. No exclusive membership or secret password required! Everyone is welcome to visit this family-friendly clubhouse for the summer.  Once again, Cinemark is opening the doors on its popular (and budget-friendly!) Summer Movie Clubhouse for 10 weeks of family flicks.  The 10-week summer film fest runs on select dates from June 2 to …

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Public parks, schools and libraries in South Florida are among the places  featured in a federal program that offers free food for kids and teens during summer. The free meals are for kids 18 and younger. The Summer BreakSpot program is presented by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Florida Department of Agriculture and other …

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