The popular South Florida Fair that is held at the South Florida Fairgrounds every January is planning on presenting two fairs in 2021. The two fairs will include a mini fair held this January and then a full-fledge traditional fair which is currently scheduled for May.

Both fairs will continue to be held at the South Florida Fairgrounds. According to organizers of the fair, everyone who purchases a ticket for the mini fair will be granted one free admission for the fair in May. Tickets must be purchased from the South Florida Fair’s website.

The mini–South Florida Fair rolls into West Palm Beach this January 15th through 31st. The upcoming fair will be held outdoors and include the typical fair foods and beverages, a variety of local and tribute…

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This January, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum is hosting a list of calendar events for the whole family to enjoy. Head to the iconic lighthouse this month and join in on the fun filled events.

January Events at the Lighthouse:

Lighthouse Sunset Tour: January 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th

Wednesday evenings, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum hosts their popular Lighthouse Sunset Tour.  Climb the 105 steps to the top of the lighthouse to take in the incredible views and sunset. Visitors will also get an inside look at the Lighthouse Watchroom and even get a chance to see the light turn on and illuminate the sky. The tours last approximately an hour long and registration is required due to limited space. The cost is $25 dollars per person…

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The Town of Jupiter has a rich historic timeline filled with stories. Tales of the area ranging from the ancient Indians, Tequesta Tribe, that lived here until the European discovery of the area by Ponce de Leon. The Seminole Indian War battles fought here.  Jupiter’s earliest known records date as far back as 1565.  After early settlers set up homesteads, the waterways were a huge source of transportation, as well as the new Flagler Railroad.

The town’s most identifiable landmark, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse was erected in the 1800’s. Hidden in the sandy soils near Jupiter Inlet are signs of human habitation (Native Americans) dating back at least 5,000 years. Long before Europeans arrived, prehistoric people fished the rivers and ocean, and hunted…

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The spokesperson for the Florida Lottery said a Palm Beach Gardens Publix Super Market sold one of three winning tickets in Friday's Fantasy 5 drawing.  The store in the Promenade Shopping Plaza on Alternate State Road A1A sold the ticket, which bore the number combination of 4-13-17-18-28. It paid $66,336.48.

The other winning tickets were sold in Aventura and Rockledge, the lottery official said.

According to Florida Lottery Secretary John Davis the lottery is extremely appreciative to Governor DeSantis for the guidance and leadership the lottery has received this year. He went on to state, “This year has been a year unlike any other, but one thing that has remained unchanged is the Lottery’s commitment to Florida’s students and schools. In…

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Pantone, a company known for forecasting design trends, announced its colors of the year earlier this month: “Illuminating” a sunny hue, and “Ultimate Gray” a timeless neutral shade. Palm Beach County has an abundance of "sunny" in the area, why not add it to your interior design? This is only the second time the company has made a double color selection. The last time was in 2016, with Rose Quartz and Serenity Blue.

The selection of colors encapsulates deeper feelings of thoughtfulness with the promise of something sunny and friendly. It is a message of happiness supported by fortitude, the combination of PANTONE 13-0647 “Illuminating” and PANTONE 17-5104 “Ultimate Gray” is hopeful and gives us promise. These colors allude to the feeling that…

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Downtown Palm Beach Gardens is bringing back their outdoor concert series on Friday and Saturday nights this January. The weekly concerts are free, and everyone is welcomed to attend.

The outdoor concerts feature a diverse musical lineup of regional and local bands playing everything from country, pop, jazz, rock, and everything in between. The concerts take place in the Center Court.

Before or after the concert, make sure to check out one of the several restaurants located at the Downtown for something to eat. Restaurants includes The Cheesecake Factory, Grimaldi’s Coal Brick Oven Pizza, The Yard House, Avocado Cantina, Texas de Brazil, Sloan’s Ice Cream Shop, Voodoo Bayou and Le Bouchon.

The concerts start at 6 pm to 9 pm in the Center Court of…

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Why do we make New Year’s resolutions if we’re not trying to keep them??? In one study, only 12% of people who make resolutions felt they actually kept them. Some of the most common promises we make are to lose weight, eat healthier, exercise, make better financial choices, or quit a vice like smoking or alcohol.

The only way any of these new aspirations make a difference is by sticking to them, so here are a few ways to help you on a path to a better life, whatever your goal may be.

1. Create a specific measurable goal.

Don't bother creating a vague resolution like, "I want to get healthier," or "I want to be happier." Some days you'll feel as though you're reaching your goals, but other days you won't--and an intangible, vague goal will cause…

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The Village of Wellington just celebrated a milestone birthday over the holiday weekend. The village was incorporated on December 31st, 1995 and this year marked its 25th anniversary.

Festivities occurred over the weekend at Green Park and the village leaders did everything they could to ensure everyone’s health and safety. Visitors remained in their cars for a socially distant firework display to help celebrate the village’s 25th anniversary and to help ring in the New Year.

Wellington, is a village located west of West Palm Beach in Palm Beach County is known to many for its beautiful parks, inviting neighborhoods, great schools, and all things equestrian. Wellington is Palm Beach County’s fifth largest municipality by population.

Wellington is…

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Starbucks is encouraging customers to begin 2021 with a healthy alternative promotion in the Jupiter and surrounding areas. Starbucks customers can start the year off on a healthy note by going vegetarian, albeit, one day a week. Every Monday, from January 4th through 25th patrons will enjoy $2 off any vegetarian breakfast sandwich or wrap. The “Meatless Mondays” offer is offered at participating locations, while supplies last. Limit one per customer.

The Starbuck café’s vegetarian breakfast sandwich or wraps are the perfect choice for those looking for new ways to incorporate more meat-free choices into their diet. The wraps and sandwiches are vegetarian, not vegan. The Starbucks menu does offer a VEGAN bagel and avocado spread breakfast option,…

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Southeast Florida real estate predictions for 2021 are favorable! The National Association of Realtors chief economist, Lawrence Yun, has readied real estate predictions for 2021. Last year the housing market was on fire with record-low mortgage rates and relocations made possible by remote job opportunities.

It is anticipated that home sales will maintain+ the 2020 momentum and will carry into 2021. The record low mortgage rates have been the key factor for home buying despite a challenging pandemic plagued job market.  Jobs will steadily recover especially knowing that the vaccine distribution is just around the corner.

Expect sales to grow 7 percent and prices to rise another 5.7 percent on top of 2020’s already high levels. While it is…

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