Stroll among vendors selling fresh produce, artisan foods, knick-knacks and other items. Groove & Green Marketplace events, which include live music, are at the northwest side of State Road 7 and Margate Boulevard in Margate. The events are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. second and fourth Sundays. Food trucks and other food vendors are on […]
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50% off apparel & accessories Wednesdays at Salvation Army stores
Family Stores run by Salvation Army in Broward offer extra discounts. Apparel and eligible accessories are half price on Wednesdays at participating stores. Eligible merchandise, except furniture and electronics, is 25 percent off on Saturdays. Salvation Army Family Stores in Broward are Pembroke Pines Salvation Army Family Store, 888 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines, 954-433-2160, 10 […]
Farmers markets, indoor & outdoor venues
For those who enjoy browsing for succulent tomatoes, bunches of basil and other fresh produce, a rich assortment of outdoor and indoor shopping options are offered in Broward. Some farmers markets and green markets are enhanced with free music and activities. Others are indoor stores. If you’re venturing out to a farmers market, it’s wise to phone first because dates, hours and locations are sometimes revised. […]
Events at Festival Marketplace
Some shopping plazas offer a variety of activities, entertainment and extra events. Festival Marketplace is an example. Free events Artisan market 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Trivia fun with prizes 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays Antique Fair, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. third Saturdays. Includes DJ and food trucks. Entertainment often on Saturdays […]
2-for-1 deals for fun, dining & shopping in Broward
Nab 2-for-1 summer deals at restaurants, attractions, spas, stores and activity vendors in Broward. The Summer Savings deals, valid May 1 to September 30, are promoted on the Greater Fort Lauderdale tourism website. To access the deals at participating businesses and attractions, display a Summer Savings promotion voucher. The vouchers are free to print and display on your phone. Or receive […]
$100 toilet rebates for eligible Broward residents
For an incentive to replace old toilets with fresher versions that save water, rebates are offered to eligible Broward residents. The Broward Water Partnership offers rebates of $100 per toilet when replacing an old toilet with a more efficient low-flow WaterSense-rated toilet. Eligible homeowners may receive two rebates — up to $200 — per household. The specific rebate and eligibility may vary […]
BSO offers safer places for in-person transactions
Online purchases usually require doing business with strangers. For an added element of safety, Broward Sheriff’s Office offers some of its stations to exchange merchandise and money. The designated transaction zones, including parking lots and lobbies of some BSO district offices, are free to use. The district offices generally are open specific hours and it’s wise to meet during the […]
2-for-1 deal on Savings Passport for Sawgrass Mills mall
The variety of 2-for-1 summer deals for fun, dining & shopping in Broward includes a 2-for-1 offer for a Savings Passport at the popular Sawgrass Mills shopping, dining and entertainment venue. The Savings Passports, which are usually $10 each, offer deals and discounts at participating vendors. For a 2-for-1 deal, you need a Summer Savings promotion voucher from the […]
Broward bike-share offers easy access to borrowed bikes
The Broward bike-share program is a network of self-serve bike pick-up and drop-off stations in eastern Broward, offering bikes for running errands, sightseeing or scooting around town for fun. Bike-share bikes are intended for brief point-to-point excursions. Fees range from $5 for each 30 minutes to $25 & $45 for memberships, which offer unlimited rides for free, when […]
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Want to discover the secrets of super savers? Living On The Cheap’s Teresa Mears and Laura Daily have just published “The Ultimate Guide to Coupons”. We share the smart way to use coupons, investing just minutes to save dollars. To make it super simple, the guide can be downloaded as an e-book to your smartphone, […]
Shop for bargains at thrift stores in Broward
Designer duds, furniture, apparel, appliances, toys, electronic items and decorative items are sold at bargain prices at thrift stores in South Florida Some stores sell a wide array of merchandise and others are more focused and limited, such as a emphasis on furniture, fine apparel or kids’ items. If you’re interested in making money from your own unwanted […]
