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Miami Beach hotel offers free live music every day

Want to hear live music? The Betsy Hotel in the heart of South Beach offers a free live music series every day. It’s a nice way to enjoy some tunes amid beautiful surroundings – and give yourself a little break any day of the week. All performances are free, with no cover or drink minimum. …

Deals and events at Xtreme Action Park in Fort Lauderdale

Xtreme Action Park in Fort Lauderdale, an indoor recreation park with an arcade, escape rooms, roller skating and other activities, offers occasional deals. Deals & Events at Xtreme Action Park include 2 activities for $22 Mondays through Thursdays 3 activities for $33 Fridays Adult Skate Night 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesdays and Sundays, $12 …

Updated: Take a free ride on the Coral Gables Trolley

Transportation is a big deal, and when it’s free, that’s even better! Driving and maintaining insured vehicles can be costly. Trying to navigate heavy traffic patterns can be frustrating. Finding a nearby parking space can be a time-consuming challenge like no other.  So, here’s an option that can aid in cutting down on the frustration …

Zun Zun Children’s Festival: Fun in October at various venues in Miami-Dade

The annual Zun Zun Children’s Festival hosted by the arts and music organization FUNDarte is taking place at various venues over several days in October. Fun-filled interactive events including musical theater and immersive installations that will delight kids throughout the month. Most of the events are free but RSVP is required. Here’s the lineup: Sunday …

Free tours of historic Doc Thomas House by Tropical Audubon Society

The Tropical Audubon Society is hosting free tours of the historic Doc Thomas House every First Saturday of the month starting on Oct. 7 at 1 and 3 p.m.  The house is located at 5530 Sunset Dr. in South Miami. The 1932 cottage which sits on 2.2 acres of wooded property, has recently undergone extensive structural …

Broward libraries offer ‘Banned Books’ events & free films

Discussions, films, and other events are featured at Broward branch libraries and around the United States  to promote free access to books. Participating libraries in Broward are handing out “I Read Banned Books” buttons while supplies last. Free “Banned Books” events in 2023 include 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. October 2  film “The Color Purple” …

Free outdoor family-friendly films in Davie

Popular films for family entertainment are featured at free events in Davie. Movies in the Park films at 8 p.m. in 2023 include October 20 “Hotel Transylvania – Transformania” November 17 “Little Mermaid” live action version December 8 “The Santa Clause” The films are at Pine Island Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, Davie 33328. …

Football Specials: Game Day Deals in Palm Beach County

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Score football specials on game day at these Palm Beach County restaurants. From bottle and draft specials to wing and pizza deals, you’ll be cheering for your favorite team while saving money.  You can find sports bars with deals from Boca Raton to Jupiter, from Wellington to West Palm Beach and throughout Palm Beach County. …

Oktoberfest celebrations at South Florida breweries

Beer drinkers around South Florida know that Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties are home to a number of local breweries and of course, they’re celebrating Oktoberfest (or Octoberfest if you so prefer!) with plenty of fanfare. At Tripping Animals Brewing in Doral here’s what they’ve got planned. Tickets for each day are $10 and …

Free Latin Fest in Oakland Park

Dance to Latin rhythms at Latin Fest in Oakland Park. Entry is free for the festival, which in 2024 is 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. September 20, with food and drinks offered for purchase. The event includes live music, kids zone, food trucks and bars with adult beverages. It’s at Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie …

Free trees offered in Miami-Dade giveaway

Who wants a free tree? Miami-Dade County is once again offering the freebies as part of Adopt-A-Tree. The county program provides two trees a year per household during a special event, but you must register in advance because the giveaway is only while supplies last.  Upcoming tree giveaway: Saturday, Sept. 23 at Dennis C. Moss …

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