Celebrate Carnival at the Pompano Beach Brazilian Festival- the largest Brazilian Festival on the southeast coast of the U.S. The festival was ranked the “Best Brazilian Festival in the Country” and projects an audience of 20,000 this year.

The party will feature four headliners including Elba Ramhalho, Chimarruts with special guest James McWhinney of Big Mountain, Marcelo D2 and Don & Juan. There will be a local talent show, acrobatic performances by Capoeira acrobats, Samba dancers and percussionists with live upeat music, a kick-off gospel show and a community awards ceremony.

There will also be nearly 50 multi-cultural food vendors, a kids zone with carnival games, bounce houses, DJ tower and the Stage, designed as a giant canvas by…

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Food Network celebrity, Chef Jeff Tila, will be in Boca Raton next Friday, September 21st, giving a live demonstration at the St. Andrews Estates retirement community. The event will benefit the Acts Samaritan Fund, which supports residents who outlive their financial resources.

Chef Tila has appeared on multiple Food Network favorites including “Chopped,” “Cutthroat Kitchen,” and “Iron Chef.” His modern Asian Fusion cuisine is a specialty and he is among the best in the world.

At 11 a.m. he will give a live demo plus guests can delight in a unique dish he will prepare.

To RSVP for this event, contact Lisa Sileo at 561-416-1465.

Location: 6045 S. Verde Trl., Boca Raton.


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The Palm Beach County March for Hunger fundraiser will be held this Saturday, September 15th from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Catherine Strong Splash Park in Delray Beach.

The fundraiser was organized by the HATT Foundation, to raise money and awareness for hungry children and families in the area. “The purpose of the campaign is to provide food to nourish the bodies, and books to feed the minds of at-risk families, children without parents, elders without government support, students without help and in need while educating others of the ongoing needs in the community,” according to the organization’s website. “We are also holding this event to raise awareness of the growing number of children, families, and elders in Palm Beach County, FL that are…

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Yoga with Goats

Yep, it’s a thing. Downward Goats at Krazy Hearts Farm is a relaxing, outdoor yoga class held on Saturday mornings with goats on the farm- literally WITH the goats. They sometimes stand on your back. You should try it- lots of people seem to love it. See why here.

Krazy Hearts Farm is located at 16747 Fox Trail Lane, Loxahatchee. Call 561-329-2293 for more info.

Lion Country Safari

Named the “Best Wildlife Park in the Country” by USA Today, Lion Country Safari in Loxahatchee is one of Palm Beach County’s most popular attractions. It’s the only drive-thru safari in the whole country and right now it’s $6 off per person through September 25th.

The park has over 1,000 animals including lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras and…

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13,000 acres off of Beeline Highway in Palm Beach Gardens will get a fishing pier, nature trails and pavilions for local fishermen, hikers and nature photographers.

The acreage is in the Loxahatchee Slough, the largest nature preserve of the county’s 30+ preserves.

The new hiking, biking and equestrian trails will appeal to the outdoors people.

The new amenities will be completed in 2019. For more about the project, click here.


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Melissa Rinaldi, a professional artist as of 4 years ago, is finishing up a mural at Harbourside Place. Commissioned by the city, Rinaldi is painting a giant map of Jupiter, as she’s known for her colorful, playful renditions of maps.

Melissa Rinaldi attended Flagler College in St. Augustine where she majored in Political Sciences and worked as a real estate attorney for 8 years. Fours years ago, she moved to Jupiter and began painting, selling her pieces online. As her popularity grew, she now has a studio at 118 Coastal Way and is working on the Harbourside mural.

Drive through and see her bright new map with herons, sea turtles and Jupiter, Florida written in electric pink cursive.


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Earlier this week, famous course designer, Jack Nicklaus and his wife, Barbara, opened the Golden Club Mini Golf Course on Main Street in Jupiter.

The course was celebrated on opening day by locals and even some golf pros who found the course a good challenge, with sophisticated turns and elevations that are one-of-a-kind pro designed. The course is the only putt-putt designed by Jack Nicklaus.

The concession stand on the course serves beer, wine, ice cream, milkshakes and lemonade. A dollar from every ticket sale will benefit the Nicklaus Children’s Healthcare Foundation. It predicts it will raise $30,000 per year. “The foundation is thrilled to see Golden Cub Mini Golf come to fruition,” said Foundation Chairman Barbara Nicklaus. “It’s a great…

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Head to the Tuckahoe Mansion, a Great Gatsby-like public mansion located at Indian Riverside Park in Jensen Beach, for Roaring 20’s Casino Night to raise money for Elev8hope.

Elev8hope is a non-profit organization that helps low-income families in Martin County become self-sufficient. You can see more on their website.

The Casino Night will be a fun night of games, drinking, eating and dressing up at the beautiful waterfront Tuckahoe Mansion. “Gambling” on Vegas games like Roulette, Craps, Texas Hold ‘Em and Black Jack will be a fun feature. There will be a 20s photo booth, live and silent auction, buffet and open bar.

Tickets are $125 a piece and you can find them online here.

See other impressive estates in Jensen Beach here.


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In 3 weeks, the German American Club of the Treasure Coast will once again celebrate the famous Bavarian holiday, “Oktoberfest,” with a weekend full of fun.

The German beer “holiday” is a 16 to 18-day folk festival running from late September to the first weekend in October, with nearly 7 million people participating in events around the world. In Port St. Lucie, the celebration will be held on October 5th and 6th at the Civic Center with fun events like a craft show, live entertainment, plenty of authentic German food and vendors, and of course a variety of local and non-local craft brews. There will be the annual favorite Brat eating contest, traditional Stein holding competition, a German beer garden, bounce houses, kid activities and much…

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Just in time for alligator hunting season, the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission is offering two free courses required for Florida hunters.

On September 22nd and 23rd at the FWC regional office in West Palm Beach, people interested in hunting can attend the traditional, hands-on Hunter Education Course required along with a license to hunt in Florida and beyond. The 2-day course satisfies the legal requirements in all U.S. states and Canadian provinces. Firearms, ammunition and other materials will be provided but students should bring a pen and paper. The FWC will also be holding a Bowhunting Course for those interested, on September 15th at the same location. For this course you must bring your own bow and arrows.

Anyone born…

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