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Two tickets, please. Tuesday is the day to go to the movies for frugal film fanatics at Regal Cinemas. Everyone knows the movies can be an expensive adventure (especially for families), so any opportunity to save money is worthy of the spotlight.  Tuesday, Regal Crown Club members can enjoy Value Days with discounted tickets. Exact pricing ranges slightly …

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Live webcams offer virtual excursions on delightful Broward beaches. From home, soak up dazzling ocean scenes from South Florida’s iconic shoreline and piers. Toggle from Dania to Deerfield.  Watch the scene at several venues in Fort Lauderdale. Waves roll ashore. Sunshine sparkles on the ocean’s surface. Palm fronds sway.  Live webcams offer virtual excursions on …

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In South Florida, free live music and free concerts are plentiful. Often, you’ll enjoy the sounds of local, regional & award-winning national performers in scenic settings, such as parks, along rivers, and at oceanfront venues. Shopping plazas, restaurants and bars also feature live music. For snacks, some events feature food trucks. Others permit DIY picnics. …

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For free entertainment, Gulfstream Park Village in Hallandale Beach  offers  live performances. Gulfstream Park, an open-air shopping, entertainment and dining plaza, is at 901 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach, 954-454-7000 Free entertainment is usually 6 p.m. –  9 p.m. or 10 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays Entertainment includes Sept. 24: Flovox Duo Sept. 25: Valerie Tyson Duo …

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Soak in the local art scene, watch an artist paint with his foot and shop wares from pop-up vendors at a popular ArtWalk event in South Broward. Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk festivities are third Saturdays 6 p.m. to about 11 p.m. on Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison Street Entry is free. The events usually include walking tour …

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For quick errands, sightseeing or scooting around for fun, a network of self-serve bike pick-up and drop-off stations are offered eastern Broward. Bike-share bikes are intended for relatively brief point-to-point excursions. Regular bikes & electric bikes are offered. Fees $5 for  30 minutes  $35 &  $88 for memberships, with free 30-minute rides & extra fees …

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Drive-ins offer an opportunity for an entertaining evening out. Watch a movie inside your own vehicle. Turn on the radio for sound. Some venues sell snacks or food trucks are on site. Others recommend packing your own refreshments. Some parks & other venues offer films outdoors on inflatable screens.  Often, entry is free. Occasionally, prior …

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Resources are available for assisting residents and entrepreneurs with employment, social services, paying rent, free food & other expenses. Many resources are free.  Eligibility requirements vary. Rent Assistance Eligible renters receive assistance paying for housing & utilities Eligibility includes  renting a unit, apartment or house in Broward qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction …

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For a price break on a fun activity in Broward, roller skating is $8 on Wednesdays in  Davie. The price includes skate rentals. The $8 deal is offered 6 p.m. to  8:30 p.m. most Wednesdays at Galaxy Skateway. Recommendation: Phone first to ensure the venue is open and deal is offered Galaxy Skateway is at …

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