The Palm Beach County area residents and visitors are invited on Saturday, October 9th, 2021, between the hours of 10am - 4pm, to bring the youngsters to the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium in West Palm Beach.  Guests of all ages will fall in love with science at the Fall Family Fun Fest! This event features many activities, including fall-themed crafts, live science demonstrations, outdoor entertainment.  There will be FREE mini golf, a petting zoo, and much more! 

Explore the new Dinosaur Revolution exhibit! There will be live reptilian role-play activities.  Embark on three “Mesozoic Missions” spanning 150 million years. Simulate dinosaur behavior in this giant maze adventure! Become a junior paleontologist and find evidence of…

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Southeast Florida is known for its miles of sandy beaches and beautiful ocean waters, miles of biking and hiking trails, nature areas and parks.  One town in particular, the Town of Jupiter, has all of that, as well as excellent rated schools, trendy restaurants, superb shopping, arts and culture, outdoor activities, great hospitals, friendly neighborhoods, and some of the best golf courses in the country.

Jupiter is close to 100 years as an incorporated town in the State of Florida. The town was incorporated 1925. The picturesque seaside town is home to more than 65,000 full-time residents. In 2018, Jupiter was rated as the 12th Best Beach Town in the United States by WalletHub and the 9th Happiest Seaside Town in America by Coastal Living…

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Palm Beach County is Florida’s biggest farming county! To determine the biggest farming county in every state, Stacker compiled data from the United States Department of Agriculture's Census of Agriculture.  In fact agriculture, it is not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Palm Beach County, generally its beaches and tropical living.  The southeast coast of Florida conjures up ideas of beaches, great shopping, innovative restaurants, laid back luxury, gorgeous homes, miles of navigable waterways and the Atlantic Ocean. But farming?

As it turns out the United States Department of Agriculture conducts a poll every five years. The information is from 2017 Census of Agriculture, the most recent data available, and includes…

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The upscale Tex-Mex restaurant, Cactus Grille and Tequila Bar is coming to the boundary line between Palm Beach Gardens and Jupiter. The eatery will take over the former Burger Bar space at the Donald Ross Village Plaza.

Cactus Grille and Tequila Bar has roots in Rhode Island. Cactus Grille and Tequila Bar is expected to open this fall, October 2021. The restaurant may be new to the plaza, but its family roots go back to Rhode Island in the early 1990’s. The Rhode Island family opened the first Cactus Grille in Providence serving authentic Tex-Mex cuisine and tequila.

Cactus Grille and Tequila Bar conjures up a contemporary feel with a lively vibe ideal for late-night entertainment. The restaurant features a 120-seat dining room, bar and lounge…

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The Jupiter area is chock full of bright skies, pleasant climate, and tropical breezes.  These are perfect reasons to stay out of the kitchen and go outside with family and friends.  Make time for a round of golf at one of the many signature golf courses in the Palm Beach County area. Have a smashing tennis match or leisurely day at the beach or on the boat with the family.

Extend an invitation to your companions to stop by after for a light bite and a refreshing beverage.  Make simple appetizers for snacks by preparing them in advance. Try any of the simple lite bites below and enjoy the beautiful Fall weather!

Goat Cheese Balls

Mix a package of cream cheese and a log of goat cheese until thoroughly combined, then use your hands to roll…

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As Palm Beach County summer nears its end, restaurants are serving up the heirloom tomatoes, broccoli, sweet corn, green and red peppers, and fruit we look forward to all year long. Farm to table is more than just leafy greens and vegetables, but flavorful dishes to make your mouth water. Farmer’s Table, located at 951 US Highway 1, in North Palm Beach is such a place.

In recent decades some restaurants have taken the locavore movement to the next level, not only sourcing the best ingredients for their kitchens, but growing vegetables and raising livestock themselves, too. That allows chefs to plant beautiful, delicious varieties that may not have the shelf life for a grocery store, as well as control everything from soil health to sustainable…

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On weekends in Southeast Florida, Tri-Rail offers $5 all-day fares for its train routes throughout Southeast Florida. So, if you are looking to get out of town, or the house, get to some of Southeast Florida hotspots, or just visit family or friends, it’s a good option.  Tri-Rail allows you to abandon the hassle of driving and finding parking.

According to the National Safety Council, did you know that commuter rail is the safest means of travel in the United States?  Also, 4.1 billion gallons of gas are saved by riding public transportation.

Tri-Rail reached 100 million riders in July 2021.  It was exactly 32 and a half years since the agency’s inception on January 9, 1989. South Florida Regional Transportation Authority’s Executive Director…

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Summer is officially over but it can be extremely warm in Palm Beach County even after summer is over. One must drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. Frozen umbrella drinks or ice-cold brews do not count.  Just good old h2o, agua, water. A simple life force. We know that water is essential to good health, yet requirements vary individual to individual. So, how much water is enough?

The amount of water you need to intake depends on many factors. The factors include your health, how active you are and where you live.  To function appropriately, the body must replenish its water supply by ingesting drinks and foods that encompass water. The Mayo Clinic reported, “Every day you lose water through your breath, perspiration, urine and bowel…

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The Kravis Center, Dreyfoos Concert Hall in West Palm Beach is presenting Ballet Palm Beach and the Miami City Ballet performances of The Nutcracker.  The story of The Nutcracker is loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, about a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on Christmas Eve and wages a battle against the evil Mouse King.

Tickets are now available for the following dates and times:

December 4, 2021 @ 7:00 PM

Ballet Palm Beach: The Nutcracker

Kravis Center - Dreyfoos Concert Hall - West Palm Beach, FL

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December 5, 2021 @ 1:00 PM

Ballet Palm Beach: The Nutcracker

Kravis Center - Dreyfoos Concert Hall - West Palm Beach, FL

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The Loxahatchee River Center, located at 805 N. U.S. Highway One in Jupiter presents “Science with Sam”. The program is on select Wednesdays from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm.  Join the Loxahatchee River Center Scientist Sam for different science activities for our Kindergarten through 5th grade aged children. Activities will include garden exploration and hand-on opportunities with wildlife. Each month has a different theme pertaining to the Loxahatchee River area.

Upcoming themes for September and October are as follows:

  9/15 - Sharks

  9/22 - Wonders of Water

  9/29 - Weather Watchers

10/13 - Reptiles and Amphibians

10/20 – Bones & Teeth (Offsite Location-Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area)

10/27 – Creepy Crawlies

The…

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