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All 392 U.S. national parks offer free entry on certain holidays every year.  This offer includes entry at Everglades National Park and Dry Tortugas National Park, off Key West.  Photo of Everglades National Park Snake Bight Trail by the National Park Service. The National Park Service also reminds us that admission to many of our national …

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Nab a free ride in Pompano in an electric vehicle with a spunky, fun design. The free shuttle service offers transportation within designated areas of Pompano, including Piers in Pompano Beach Downtown district for shopping & restaurants beachfront & beachfront hotels The shuttle service is available as of April 26.  For requesting shuttles, use the …

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While there are many ways to show you care, sending a greeting card is one of the best ways to let someone special know they’re supported, appreciated or loved.  The gold standard in greeting cards has always been Hallmark, and now they’re encouraging people to send notes of love and support by giving away 1 million …

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Who wants a free tree? Just head to the site of the Community Canopy program, which is designed to help people plant trees on their property for maximum energy savings as part of Arbor Day Foundation efforts. The program partners with cities, states, energy companies, corporations and nonprofit organizations to distribute trees throughout the country. …

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If your kids are struggling and need assistance with homework or assignments, there’s free help. The Miami-Dade Public Library System offers a Homework Help & Tutoring Program to assist with reading and math.   To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook and on …

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Do you own a restaurant or other business? We have a new way for you to reach your customers: the Miami on the Cheap Business Directory, plus the Miami Restaurant Directory. These directories offer businesses an opportunity to reach more customers at an affordable price – starting with free for basic listings. Even if you …

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Vintage vehicles are the draw for a private attraction in Sunrise, which features dozens of restored automobiles displayed in vignettes representing different decades.  Regular entry fees are $6 for ages 4-14 & $12 for adults.  Entry is free for first responders and active U.S. military The venue is open 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. week …

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Next time you visit a Miami-Dade County park, keep your eyes peeled for the Bookmobile and Technobus. That’s right, Miami-Dade Public Library System is bringing books and technology to you! The program – which is a partnership between Miami-Dade County Parks and Miami-Dade County Library System – aims to make reading, technology and digital media …

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