In a continued effort to promote literacy, The Children’s Trust has expanded its Book Club! Get free monthly books by mail for your child – from birth until their fifth birthday. (The program originally targeted just 3-year-olds.) To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow …
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The Affordable Care Act marketplace has reopened, meaning that Florida residents can sign up for insurance plans even if they haven’t experienced a qualifying “life change.” If you lost insurance last year and didn’t sign up by the deadline, or if you never had insurance, you can sign up for a new plan now through …
We’re all living and working by Zoom calls nowadays, so why not make the wallpaper/background something beautiful and fun? From marine life and gardens to Miami hotpots or sports teams, there’s certainly an image for any taste. Take a look at what’s available free of charge! To keep up with latest news, sign up for …
Residents interested in information about financial aid, food pantries & other social services resources for individuals and families are welcome to simply dial 2-1-1. 2-1-1 Broward is a free health and human services helpline providing support and valuable information about local agencies and organizations offering resources related to specific issues. Connecting with 2-1-1 Broward counselors …
If we have to wear a mask, we might as well have some fun with it, right? There are Miami-themed masks available for purchase that glitter with color, convey a message, or represent a team or hotspot or favorite TV show. So many options out there! We’ve compiled a list of masks for fans of …
Events that offer Broward residents free paper shredding and rewards for turning in old prescription drugs are offered by the Broward Sheriff’s Office. The Shred-A-Thon events are intended to avoid identity theft by shredding personal papers with financial and other private information. The events also accept old unused prescription medications for safe disposal. In fact, they …
Walgreens’ popular and long-running loyalty program, Balance Rewards, has ended – and, in its place, the popular drug store has launched a new loyalty program, myWalgreens. According to the store, the new program is more simplified for customers. Basically, earn Walgreens Cash for just about every purchase. No more need to keep track of points …
Ready to take down your beautiful Christmas tree? Don’t fret: If you don’t know what to do with the once-festive fir, now that the holiday is over, we’ve got some answers for you. Miami-Dade County’s Department of Solid Waste Management offers some pretty specific options, so please read the instructions carefully. To keep up with …
Even if your fluffy friends usually accompany you when you’re out and about, leave them at home on the Fourth of July. Most animals really don’t like fireworks, even at parties and picnics. That tip is from the Humane Society of the United States, which offers FREE pet safety information on various topics. To keep up with latest …
Free meals are available for Miami-Dade County students during the school year. 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 Twitter. The following organizations are providing this service: United Teachers of Dade and Miami-Dade County Public Schools are offering Grab-and-Go …
If the current situation is starting to wear on you and you feel you need help – or perhaps just some information to help ease your specific concerns – we’ve found a number of options available. See what’s right for you. Florida Blue and New Directions Behaviorial Health have activated a counseling support line available …
