PARTY LIKE IT’S 1513

Avast me hearties, put on your pantaloons and throw three sheets to the wind this summer as Greater Fort Lauderdale celebrates “Viva Florida 500,” which marks Ponce de Leon’s discovery of Florida — 500 years ago. Visit a replica Spanish Galleon, explore free festivals, watch sea turtle hatchlings and listen to the music of stars like Beyonce and One Direction. And during the celebrations, visitors will also find some significant savings that are all part of Greater Fort Lauderdale’s annual Summer Savings promotion, which runs from now through Sept. 30, and includes a treasure trove of two-for-one deals on sightseeing, water sports and shopping excursions. So follow the link and discover some great savings, along with a listings of all the special events planned. X may not mark the spot, but you’ll find the treasure at http://www.sunny.org/summer .