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Several library branches in Broward are offering free holiday photo shoots and free photo ops. For photo shoots, libraries are using a green screen that offers different holiday and winter digital backdrops.  Usually a digital version of the photo is emailed to participants for free. Friends, family and props are permitted. No pets, please. If …

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For a holiday treat, the Galleria in Fort Lauderdale features an assortment of performances from regional organizations.  Galleria mall is at 2414 East Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33304. Entry and parking are free  In 2025,  entertainment includes   1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday, December 6 Broward College Premier Jazz Combo  1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday, December …

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CityPlace is offering a special holiday treat, free on the lawn from 6 to 9 p.m. King’s Academy Jazz Ensemble Catch the talented student musicians of the King’s Academy Jazz Ensemble live at CityPlace. When: Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025. Where: 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach   To keep up with the latest news, …

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Here’s a holiday treat: Take the kids to a musical stage show to see this traditional tale by Hans Christian Andersen. Players from the Atlantic Coast Theatre for Youth bring the story to life. Plus, this inviting 155-seat theatre gives each audience member a close-up view.  THE SNOW QUEEN When: Sunday, Dec 21, 2025: Two …

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You can enjoy festive holiday tunes played on tubas and euphoniums at this final Tuba Christmas concert on Dec. 20. Tuba and euphonium players are invited to participate in all three events. Registration for performers is $15. Admission is free for spectators. Florida Atlantic University’s Tuba Christmas free concert 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, …

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In the heart of Downtown North Miami, on NE 125 St. and 4th Ave. sits the Copperbridge Foundation Complex, where art exhibitions, lectures and lively artistic events take place. Just in time for the holidays, you won’t want to miss Noche Buena! Salsa, Samba and Worldbeats for the Holidays on Saturday, Dec. 20 from 6-11 …

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The Margate Winter Festival in 2025 is 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, December 19, with free entry. Snow is featured. The  festival includes: Florida-style sledding. Photos with Santa. Live music. Kids’ activities. Food vendors. Craft fair. Event venue is the Margate Sports Complex, 1695 Banks Road, Margate, FL 33063.  Parking is free. More free …

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Wilton Manors is planning several holiday events for 2025. Holiday lighting Holiday lighting is 6:30 p.m. Thursday, December 4, at Flippen Park, 2109 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors 33305. The event features lighting a tree, menorah and kinara. Live music and food vendors are included, plus activities for kids. Santa on his water sleigh Santa and …

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Take a break from all of the chaos of holiday shopping at Potbelly! The popular sandwich shop is celebrating the season of giving with a big deal on Dec. 16, 2025. Potbelly offers a wide variety of sandwiches and soups, including its signature sub A Wreck — made with turkey breast, hickory smoked ham, Angus …

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  The Charles Dickens holiday classic  “A Christmas Carol” is a dark tale with grumpy Ebeneezer Scrooge and the frightening ghosts that visit him. The players at Fantasy Theatre Factory in Miami put a slightly different twist to the tale for kids. “Scrooge: A Fractured Christmas Carol!” will be presented on Saturday, Dec. 20 at …

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