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Free entry day at MODS with Eye of the Storm hurricane prep

Information about storms and weather-related activities for youngsters and families are featured at a free Eye of the Storm hurricane preparedness event in Fort Lauderdale. The Museum of Discovery and Science is joining Florida International University’s Hurricane Research Center and the Florida Division of Emergency Management for the event. The event in 2026 is 10 …

$5 deals for films at Flippers theater in Hollywood

free summer movie seats

 Flippers theater in Hollywood features $5 ticket deals.  Flippers movie theater and arcade offers $5 movies Wednesdays.  The deal does not apply to new releases, special showings or  3D movies.  The $5 offer does not apply to holidays. Flippers theater and arcade is at 7001 Taft St., Hollywood 33024. Sign up for the South Florida …

How to celebrate ‘Kids to Parks Day’ in Miami-Dade

The National Park Trust‘s annual Kids to Parks Day, created to encourage families to explore the great outdoors, happens yearly on the third Saturday in May. On Saturday, May 16, 2026, spend the day at local, state, and national parks and public lands at park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors. …

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.  There will be a third and final Adopt-A-Tree event on …

Free: Rock the Plaza, Boynton Beach, May 16 & June 25

Not only are these seasonal events a chance to relax and have some good, old-fashioned block-party-style fun, but they are also a free, family-friendly event with live music, interactive activities, food and beverage offerings, plus special incentives to help support local businesses. Rock The Plaza Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 2 to 6 p.m., Rock …

Swing Dance lessons & events in Fort Lauderdale

Put on your dancing shoes. Swing Out, South Florida offers dance lessons and dance socials in Fort Lauderdale. The events, usually every other Wednesday, include a lesson at 7:450 p.m. and a dance event at 8:30 p.m. with a DJ playing Swing and Jazz. Entry fee is $10 for adults and $6 for students. The …

Free food distributions & other resources

Organizations in South Florida offer free food distribution for families needing help. Some sites provide drive-through pickups, while others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Eligibility requirements vary among different organizations. Some are open to everyone.  Food distributions are in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. Often the organizations accept volunteers and donations. This list is …

Free onsite mammography screenings at libraries

The La Liga Contra el Cancer will offer free mammograms at the North Shore Branch Library, 7501 Collins Ave., Miami Beach on Friday, May 15; Friday, July 24; and Wednesday, Aug. 5; between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. The service is targeted to low-income, uninsured women 40 to 60 years old, with no implants. Registration …

Free monthly concert: Legends on the Lawn, Boynton Beach, May 16

Gather your friends, family, blankets and chairs and head over to Canyon Amphitheater in Boynton Beach on the third Saturday of each month (except June-August) the Legends on the Lawn concert series. Legends on the Lawn is free! Just your top outdoor music concert series in a leisurely setting among friends. Legends on the Lawn …

‘Kids to Parks Day’ in Wellington is May 16

The National Kids to Parks Program is a great way to get kids and families outdoors and enjoying the benefits of nature. The program offers a variety of activities and events for kids of all ages, and it’s a great way to learn about the natural world and connect with your community.  So, lace up your …

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