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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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For frugal film buffs, some theaters in Davie offer ticket discounts on Tuesdays. Other venues offer free or inexpensive family-friendly movies for youngsters on week days. With these deals, exceptions may apply. $6 Tuesdays at Paragon Theaters Ridge, 9200 West State Road 84, Davie 33324, 954-472-4940 If you want to earn rewards, sign up online . $5.25 Tuesdays for eligible films at …

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If you enjoy sipping frosty locally-produced beer in South Florida,  perhaps you’d appreciate a tour of the brewery. Breweries in Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park and Delray Beach offer that opportunity if you’re at least 21 year old. Some tours are free. Others involve a fee.  For those on tours, breweries typically require wearing safe walking shoes without open toes. Lauderdale LauderAle  free …

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Not offered until further notice Toddlers, babies and pre-schoolers are treated to a fresh play space  at Broward Library in downtown Fort Lauderdaled esigned for babies and kids to age 5. Along with toys and books, the play area features a village theme with activity areas including a  playhouse, stores,  a boat in the ocean and a train. Active …

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Over the years, Downtown Hollywood has been known as a quiet and accessible locale to enjoy South Florida’s beaches without worrying about crazy parking and expensive eateries.  Now, Hollywood has grown into a beacon for the local crafter who takes pride in his artistry. All around Downtown Hollywood, one can find different neighborhoods that show the pride …

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Plenty of fun things to do with kids in Broward are free and inexpensive. These are some of our favorite free and affordable family-friendly activities in Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Weston & other municipalities in Broward. Free family-friendly movies Outdoor movies like “Frozen,” “Spy Kids” and “Rio 2” are offered free in parks in Deerfield Beach, Weston,  Hollywood, …

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Some of the best things to do in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Deerfield Beach and other towns in Broward are free. Allow your wallet a break and browse these recommendations. Enjoy music Along New River on Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale, Sunday Jazz Brunch is a popular event 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. most first Sundays of the month, featuring an assortment …

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