For reducing energy use in your South Florida residence, Florida Power & Light offers free online resources. Using less electricity helps save money on utilities fees. FPL Rebates Air-conditioning rebate of $150 for energy efficient units and following the program requirements Ceiling insulation rebate of $220 for eligible projects FPL Tips Turn off your overhead …
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Water Taxi on The Intracoastal Waterway runs scenic routes in Fort Lauderdale and an express route from Fort Lauderdale to Hollywood. Discount opportunities are offered, including afternoon and evening fares. Information about Water Taxi and purchasing tickets is at 954-467-6677 or online. Regular Water Taxi routes Some use the yellow vessels to travel from place …
The folks at citytheatre.com are hosting “City Reads,” featuring live musical accompaniment and professional actors reading fast and funny short plays exploring various topics. After the readings, attendees are invited to stick around for a lively community conversation. Admission is free, refreshment prices vary. Click here for info on Key Biscayne. Here is the lineup …
Parents interested in boosting their child’s reading skills, while also improving their self-confidence, can register them to participate in Furry Tales, a program presented by the Miami-Dade Public Library System. Literacy is important and what better way than to encourage it by combining the activity with some adorable paw-footed friends ready to listen? Children are …
Dog owners know how important it is to take their pooches on long walks if they’re not lucky enough to have a fenced-in yard to allow them to run freely. But what if you can’t walk long distances with Fido or Sparky? Answer: You look for a nearby dog park. Here’s everything you need to …
Unfortunately, this benefit will disappear soon due to lack of Congressional funding: The FCC projects that households enrolled in the ACP will continue to receive the discount on their internet service through April 2024. If you qualify for Lifeline, you can get a monthly benefit of: Up to $9.25 off the cost of phone, internet, …
Fern Forest is featuring a native plant sale with vendors selling varieties of foliage that are preferable for South Florida yards. A plant sale in 2024 is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 27, and entry is free. Native plants are often preferable financially and environmentally. They usually are don’t require excess watering and …
Free vaccines for pets are offered occasionally at parks and other venues in Broward. The free opportunities usually include microchips for identification. Broward Animal Care rabies vaccinations in 2024 include 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday February 17 at Woodville Dog Park, 1500 SW 83rd Avenue, North Lauderdale 33068. Registration is not required. Parking is …
Oh, the times, they are a changing … and there’s more jingle in the pocketbook! The cord has been cut, the savings are stacking up and it hasn’t been all that painful, thanks to free FAST channels (scroll down for explanation). For many years, my basic and extended cable subscription was included in my condo’s …
The Miami Home Design and Remodeling Show is back and it’s the perfect place for great ideas and inspiration for any home remodeling project. The show will run from Oct. 18-20, 2024, at the Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo Center, at 10901 Coral Way. General admission is $10 for adults and seniors 65 and over …
If you drive an electric vehicle, some EV stations for powering up are free to use. The stations are at libraries, parks, and other venues. At some stations, access requires a designated app. Stations that are free to use usually are slower versions, ideal for workers and others who are leaving their vehicles for a …
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