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Free youth DIY workshops at Home Depot & Lowes

Kids work with their hands putting together fun projects at free interactive workshops offered in South Florida at participating Home Depot and Lowe’s stores. At the workshops, youngsters build a toy truck, a photo holder, or other item. Parents or others are invited to work with them. It’s a good idea to register online, especially …

Water parks, water playgrounds and pools in Broward, including deals

Pools, water parks and water playgrounds in Broward offer refreshing fun. Some venues, especially municipal pools, offer entry without spending a wad of money.    You can find splash pads with free entry, pools and water parks that don’t cost much, and even some water parks that offer discounts in the afternoons. If you’re looking …

Free trees distributed in Broward

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If you’re interested in sprucing up your landscaping, an organization is offering free trees at an event in Broward.  The free trees are open to anyone, regardless of where they reside, while supplies last. There will be 150 trees available. The event is 10 a.m. Saturday, May 16, at Village Art Plaza, 2260 NW 68th …

Free Family Fun Day at Museum of Miami and other free events

Kids Eat Free at Toojay's / courtesy of TooJay's

Museum of Miami hosts a free Family Fun Day the second Saturday of every month, with free admission for all. The free admission is all day, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with activities taking place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is required to participate. You can register online. The theme rotates monthly, …

Get away from it all at these South Florida nature spots

Set your sights for an adventure in the South Florida wilderness. Perhaps you’ll navigate a shady path through a lush forest. Or perch yourself on a riverbank where herons are wading in the water and turtles are poking their heads out. Tune in to the visual displays, scents and sounds of the outdoor environment. Some …

Free Haitian Heritage Month events in North Miami and Little Haiti

Explore Haitian Heritage Month events throughout the City of North Miami including a festival, film screenings, cooking classes, Konpas Classes and storytime for kids. Read on to find info on the events throughout May.   Events at MOCA and MOCA Plaza (Museum of Contemporary Art), 770 NE 125 St. Pedale 1804: 18.04 Mile TriCity Bike …

Nova Singers concert discount

Save $5 on a performance featuring Nova Singers by purchasing tickets online before the show. And, if you’re a student with ID, you can see the performance for free. Children 12 and younger also can attend free. The Nova Singers will perform favorite songs of the group’s last 50 years in a concert series called …

Free Family Day on Aragon in Coral Gables

Coral Gables Museum welcomes you to “Family Day on Aragon” on the third Saturday of each month, with free admission, live music and special activities.  Upcoming event is on Sat., May 16 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.: This month’s theme is Morocco and here’s the schedule: 11:00 a.m. to noon Storytelling Session 12:30-3:30 p.m. …

Live Nation offers $30 ‘Summer of Live’ ticket special extended one more day

Two tickets, please! The lights go down and the energy goes up. Nothing compares to the excitement of a live concert — the music, the roar of the crowd and the memories made with fellow fans.  However, the cost of going to see your favorite artist live can be expensive. That’s why fans are quick …

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