Patti Roth

Pull out your favorite swimwear. The water playground at Quiet Waters Park offers occasional extra events and opportunities for discounts. Splash Adventure is an interactive shallow water playground with slides and spritzy features. Quiet Waters Park, 954-357-5100, is at 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach 33442.  Water playground fees & discounts Splash Adventure is inside …

Enhance your yard, patio and indoor areas with plants, including native species and edibles. Lots of free information is available for South Florida residents, such as  tips on selecting the perfect plants for a particular area.  For personalized information, landscaping experts from extension offices in Miami-Dade, Broward & West Palm Beach answer questions via phone …

If you and your pals like to ponder such intriguing facts as the number of toes on a sloth while sipping beer or nibbling on appetizers, several restaurants and bars in Broward offer trivia night events. Play alone or  round up friends and form a team. Most trivia night events are free to play while patronizing the …

Parties, performances and workshops are featured in South Florida to reflect historical references to freedom from slavery.  Hued Songs is a black arts troupe that is participating in events in Dade & Broward for Florida Emancipation Day and Juneteenth, and entry is free.  Pompano Beach Florida Emancipation Day party is 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. …

Fort Lauderdale is throwing a Great American Beach Party to kick off Memorial Day Weekend. The fun and free event in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 23, at the beach and Las Olas Oceanside Park.  Throw on your favorite pair of shades and pack up your towels & sunscreen. Family-friendly fun …

Vintage fire truck. History of pirates display. In addition to a variety of exhibits, Plantation Historical Museum offers occasional entertainment and activities like trivia events. The museum usually is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with occasional exceptions. Donations are accepted. It’s wise to verify it’s open the day …

You’re invited to a party with a Hawaiian vibe.  Beach & Groove Hawaiian Party in 2026 in Hallandale Beach is 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. May 31 and entry is free.  Entertainment, activities, and food vendors are featured at the event.  Bring your own portable seat for the festivities. Information is on the Hallandale Beach …

Decorative porcelain, pottery and glassware from local and international artists are on display at the Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts in Hollywood. Occasionally, WMODA offers free events and free entry day.  Featured free event 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 17  is a free entry day for International Museum Day, register online   The Wiener Museum …

Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers’ markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The South Florida farmers markets and vendor fairs often include opportunities for extra fun and entertainment like yoga, live music, …

The South Florida Adventure Pass offers unlimited entry for five South Florida attractions with a summer package price. This year’s pass adds Zoo Miami to the four Broward attractions that are participating. For one price, you’ll receive entry to the five attractions as often as you want to go. The ticket in 2026 is valid …

See works of art indoors and outdoors and shop wares from artisan vendors during the popular Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk. The free event typically takes place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. the third Saturday of the month on Hollywood Boulevard and on Harrison Street. The events usually include live music by regional bands and entertainment …