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Patti Roth

Patti Roth, the editor of Fort Lauderdale on the Cheap, scouts out state and national deals, discounts and coupons for our readers, finding the real deals and presenting them in an easy-to-read format. A veteran newspaper and magazine writer and a longtime South Florida resident, she has written for The Miami Herald, The Sun-Sentinel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida Travel and Life, E Environmental Magazine, Dog Fancy, Cat Fancy, US Architecture and Earth911.com. Send your cheap tips to her at info@fortlauderdaleonthecheap.com.

Sometimes you want to avoid the sun. Or the rain. We’re delighted to share our favorite recommendations for free & inexpensive things to do indoors. Free Things To Do Free kids’ films at Paragon theater in Davie , offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays in summer Free family-friendly films in Pembroke Pines Saturdays during Summer Free family …

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With a focus on protecting oceans and sea turtles, an educational venue in South Florida features interactive displays and a resident rescued sea turtle. Entry is free for Marine Environmental Education Center, often called MEEC. A donation of $3 is recommended. The facility is run through a partnership of Broward Parks and Recreation and Nova …

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In South Florida, parks are treasures, especially for free and inexpensive fun. Mickel Park in Wilton Manors offers a Splash Pad with squirting water for youngsters. Entry to the park, playground and Splash Pad are free. Mickel Park is at 2675 NW 7th Avenue, Wilton Manors 33111 The park is usually open 7 a.m. to 9 …

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Online purchases usually require doing business with strangers. For an added element of safety, Broward Sheriff’s Office offers some of its stations to exchange merchandise and money. The designated transaction zones, including  parking lots and lobbies of some BSO district offices, are free to use. The district offices generally are open specific hours and it’s wise to meet during the …

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Fix flat tires, adjust brakes and do other simple repairs on your bike at fixit stations at five parks in Weston. The fixit bike repair stations, which are free to access, include an air pump, select tools and a place to suspend the bike so the wheels spin freely. A QR label leads smart phone users to a website offering …

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Refresh battery power on your phones, tablets and other portable electronic devices for free  at some Weston parks. Solar stations for recharging with USB ports are offered at select parks. Weston Regional Park, 20200 Saddle Club Road, near the playground Tequesta Trace Park, 600 Indian Trace, near the football snack stand Vista Park, 18800 Vista …

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 Venue re-opens November 20 with holiday display We’re all about sharing information about delightful attractions in Broward, especially when they offer free entry. Plantation Historical Museum, which offers free entry, features interesting exhibits and displays, including a vintage fire truck. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.  Tuesdays, …

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