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You name it. Family-friendly fun. Yoga. Educational workshops. Tutoring. Technology & digital equipment.  Take-home tablets. Language lessons. Entertainment. It’s likely offered at a Broward library. Or,  online via the website. Most everything offered from Broward Library is free.  If you need a library card, obtain it  for free, including online versions. Read our feature, Register …

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If you’re seeking employment, local organizations and libraries in South Florida offer valuable information, including free workshops and occasional recruiting fairs. Lots of resources are easily accessible online. Occasional hiring fairs are online & in person. Recruitment opportunities  For most events, no fee is required. Paychecks for Patriots. Hiring event in Tamarac 10 a.m. – …

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Organizations are offering free food distribution in South Florida for families that need help, with some sites offering drive-through pick-ups. Others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants.   Please return to this site. We’re adding other food giveaways and resources. Occasionally events are added. Or maybe rescheduled. If your organization is distributing food, please email …

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Water Taxi in Fort Lauderdale offers floating transportation on the Intracoastal Waterway and New River, with opportunities for discounts. During the holiday season, Water Taxi offers Holiday Lights Tours. Float along the waterway and savor the array of residential displays and other holiday decorations along the route. Holiday Lights Tours Holiday lights excursions are offered …

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Plenty of useful free information is readily available for residents who want tips on selecting Florida Friendly plants for their yards.  Some information is online. Or landscaping experts are available via phone & email. The information includes recommendations for selecting perfect plants for South Florida, and allows for factoring in such specifications as shape and …

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Several dog parks in South Florida are definitely popular, and a park within Quiet Waters Park offers water-spritzing features for playful pooches. Woofing Waters Dog Park is at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach. The fee is $5 per day, or $26.75 for a Season Ticket.  Separate park entry fees  weekends & holidays are waived …

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Reducing water waste is kind to your wallet. And the planet. Broward Water Partnership is offering a free webinar featuring water-saving tips, and offers rebates for water-efficient toilets to eligible residents. For Rebates, application & approval is required prior to purchase For an incentive to replace old toilets with fresher versions that save water, rebates …

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If you’re interested in upgrading your outdoor irrigation system, perhaps you’ll qualify for a rebate of $200 to $600. Different factors determine eligibility for Broward residents, including Where you reside, use eligibility map your existing irrigation is operational your existing irrigation uses metered city water If you’re eligible,  apply online prior to performing any upgrades. …

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Inexpensive rabies shots for Broward pets are offered by appointment at Broward Pet Adoption facilities in Fort Lauderdale. Rabies shots are only for pets of Broward residents. For appointments Online  954-357-9567 E-mail petcareclinic@broward.org Fees are $25 for vaccination and tags for pets that are spayed or neutered $35 for non-neutered, non-spayed pets Debit cards or …

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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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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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