Water Taxi in Fort Lauderdale offers floating transportation on the Intracoastal Waterway and New River. Some use the yellow vessels to travel from place to place, appreciating the luxury of avoiding traffic and parking. Water Taxis provide hop-on hop-off points for shopping, dining & sightseeing along its regular routes. Or relax onboard and savor the […]
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Fun for dogs at TY Park waterpark
Hiring fair for FLL & free employment resources
If you’re seeking employment, local organizations and libraries in South Florida offer valuable information, including free workshops and occasional hiring fairs. Lots of resources are easily accessible online. Occasional hiring fairs are online & in person. Hiring Fair for Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. September 29, about 800 positions available Event […]
DIY bike rentals in Fort Lauderdale
For quick errands, sightseeing or scooting around for fun, a network of self-serve bike pick-up and drop-off stations are offered eastern Broward. Bike-share bikes are intended for relatively brief point-to-point excursions. Regular bikes & electric bikes are offered. Fees $5 for 30 minutes $35 & $88 for memberships, with free 30-minute rides & extra fees […]
Rent, utilities & other financial resources for Florida residents
Resources are available for assisting residents and entrepreneurs with employment, social services, paying rent, free food & other expenses. Many resources are free. Eligibility requirements vary. Rent Assistance Eligible renters receive assistance paying for housing & utilities Eligibility includes renting a unit, apartment or house in Broward qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction […]
Free food-distribution events & food-drive drop-off information
Organizations are offering free food distribution in South Florida for families that need help, with some sites offering drive-through pick-ups. Others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Please return to this site. We’re adding other food giveaways and resources. Occasionally events are added. Or maybe rescheduled. If your organization is distributing food, please email […]
Sheriff’s Office offers free shredding & prescription disposal
Events that offer Broward residents free paper shredding and rewards for turning in old prescription drugs are offered by the Broward Sheriff’s Office. The Shred-A-Thon events are intended to avoid identity theft by shredding personal papers with financial and other private information. The events also accept old unused prescription medications for safe disposal. In fact, they […]
FPL offers Florida residents free online resources for reducing energy use
For reducing energy use in your South Florida residence, FPL offers free online resources. Using less electricity helps homeowners reduce utilities fees. FPL Tips Switch to energy-efficient LED lightbulbs Turn off your overhead fan when you leave a room for potential savings of up to $85 per year per fan Ensure a tight seal is […]
Free: Libraries loan electronics & robotic devices, fitness equipment & other gear
You name it. Family-friendly fun. Yoga. Educational workshops. Tutoring. Technology & digital equipment. Take-home tablets. Language lessons. Entertainment. It’s likely offered at a Broward library. Or, online via the website. Most everything offered from Broward Library is free. If you need a library card, obtain it for free, including online versions. Read our feature, Register […]
Tri-Rail train offers $5 fares on weekends
On weekends, Tri-Rail offers $5 all-day fares for its train routes in South Florida. Tri-Rail runs from Miami to West Palm Beach, stopping at stations, including Delray Beach Boca Raton Deerfield Beach Pompano Beach Cypress Creek Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale Airport Sheridan Street Hollywood Opa-locka Golden Glades others On weekdays, regular one-way fares are $2.50 […]
Free information on ideal landscaping for Florida yards
Plenty of useful free information is readily available for residents who want tips on selecting Florida Friendly plants for their yards. Some information is online. Or landscaping experts are available via phone & email. The information includes recommendations for selecting perfect plants for South Florida, and allows for factoring in such specifications as shape and […]
Inexpensive rabies vaccines for pets
Inexpensive rabies shots for Broward pets are offered by appointment at Broward Pet Adoption facilities in Fort Lauderdale. Rabies shots are only for pets of Broward residents. Appointments are Tuesdays & Saturdays Online 954-357-9567 E-mail petcareclinic@broward.org Fees are $25 for vaccination and tags for pets that are spayed or neutered $35 for non-neutered, non-spayed pets […]
Rebates for upgrading irrigation in residential yards
If you’re interested in upgrading your outdoor irrigation system, perhaps you’ll qualify for a rebate of $200 to $600. Different factors determine eligibility for Broward residents, including Where you reside, use eligibility map your existing irrigation is operational your existing irrigation uses metered city water If you’re eligible, apply online prior to performing any upgrades. […]
