Ring in a brand-new year at Southeast Florida's most zenful, seasonal retreat. The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach are pleased to announce their January programming. The Japanese Gardens are located at 4000 Morikami Park Road in Delray. The programming will include a ceremonial kimono demonstration, Shibori scarves workshop, and the art of bonsai.

If you are craving introspection, take a few moments walking and meditating. The Stroll for Well-Being Therapeutic Garden Walking program allows participants to immerse themselves in the natural beauty, peace, and serenity of Morikami's gardens.

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens first two weeks in January workshops, classes, and demonstrations:

The Art of Bonsai (Class)

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The gingerbread man has become tantamount with Christmas. Aside from candy canes and hot chocolate, there is one food that has a bit of a question mark during the holiday season – gingerbread. Have you ever wondered this how this delicious food became such a popular winter favorite?

Old-fashioned laws restricted ginger as it was used medicinally. According to Epicure & Culture, gingerbread was sacred. The only time it was allowed to be made by the public was during Christmas and Easter. Gingerbread was a restricted food however at the holidays these regulations were relaxed, and people could use ginger and bake gingerbread in their own at home. It was an incredibly special treat! 

Palm Beach County here is a remarkably simple, gingerbread recipe…

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The Breakers, Palm Beach, has a number of restaurants and eateries on-site to select for dining. HMF is a particular favorite for patrons in the Palm Beach area. HMF is offering a limited-time libation-centered holiday tradition with a series of holiday afternoon-tea services. HMF, named after the initials of The Breakers’ founder, Henry Morrison Flagler, is located off the resort’s main lobby, which is decorated for the holidays.

 The tea will be comprehensive, with a selection of fine teas and dainty edibles to experience. The presentation of tea service will be offered from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on December 20 - 24 and December 27 -30, 2021.

The holiday-focused affair has a focus on tea. The tea service will feature accompaniments and a…

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On December 20, 2021, South Floridians and Americans commemorate National Sangria Day! The Spanish were on to something tasty. Pick your preference, be it red or white, a nicely chilled Sangria is refreshing. Pour a glass and instantly be transported to the sandy beaches of Spain. It is made of sweetened wine packed with fresh fruit and sometimes spiked with liquor, sangria is a colorful and refreshing drink for summer parties.

Sangria is particularly based on the traditional red wine punch popular across Europe for hundreds of years. The punch base would be a Bordeaux wine. This red wine is traditionally made from a blend of cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, and merlot. Brandy and most fruits (except bananas) would also be added for extra…

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The Kravis Center is a foundation of arts and culture in Palm Beach County. Invite family and friends to enjoy a Christmas holiday performance at the Kravis Center.  The Kravis Center is located near downtown West Palm Beach and is easily accessible via I-95 and the Turnpike. Complimentary self-parking and paid valet parking is available.

Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical 

December 23 at 1 pm & 7 pm (Thursday)
The beloved TV classic Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer soars off the screen and onto the stage this holiday season. See all of your favorite characters as they come to life in Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special.
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The Lights 4 Hope charity features a holiday-themed drive-thru lights experience at Okeeheelee Park, 7715 Forst Hill Boulevard, West Palm Beach. Running now through Jan. 2, the show includes more than a mile of animated and musical light displays. All proceeds benefit families and children in need in Palm Beach County.

Lights 4 Hope, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization created to help bring happiness and hope to families in need. Our mission is to spread joy and to help local families whose child is suffering from a terminal illness or from a life-changing physical change.

The Lights 4 Hope Christmas lights display show dates are Friday through Sunday, with the final show on Jan. 2. The lights will be closed on Christmas Eve and New Year's…

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Time to pick up some fresh items for the upcoming holiday with a trip to the best green market in West Palm Beach. The West Palm Beach Green Market, is in Downtown, is celebrating its 27th season. This season the farmers market begins with national recognition. The GreenMarket was named the #1 farmers market in the United States by USA TODAY. It is the only Florida market included in the Top 20!

The 2021-2022 season is the largest GreenMarket in history. There are an added thirty new vendors, raising the total vendor count to 100. The GreenMarket opened almost thirty years ago. If you are interested in which vendors will be featured, please visit the Green Market Vendors page to see a complete list.

Free parking is available in the City of West…

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Every year The Heights of Jupiter puts on a Christmas light display worth the drive.  This Jupiter neighborhood collaborates to create a beautiful display of Christmas lights and they never disappoint! You can spend over an hour absorbing all the showy inflatables and dazzling lights.

The Heights of Jupiter is a community of 1,500 single-family homes in the oceanside town of Jupiter.  The official name of this subdivision is North Palm Beach Heights, but most locals simply refer to it as the Heights. It is located between I-95 and Abacoa.

The biggest attraction of The Heights is its affordability given the location. There is no governing body, so homeowners have no homeowner’s association fees and do not need to comply with association rules.…

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As Jupiter residents wrap up the Holiday Season why not spend a peaceful day outdoors by the beach with friends and family. Carlin Park plays host to JoJo’s Farmers Market on Saturday, December 18, 2021, between 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

JoJo’s Farmers Market, at Carlin Park, is the brainchild of 23-year-old Riley Burns, whose devotion to wellness and sustainability led her to create the monthly market. The Saturday market was named for her late mother, JoJo, who died of lung cancer in 2006. The loss of her mother inspired her to explore preventive medicine and healing practices.

The farmer’s market will feature food trucks, produce, ceviche, coffee beans, zero waste home products, handmade clothing, and interactive events. Join a Yoga class offered at…

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Make sure to get your wishlist to Santa as soon as possible.  The window of time is closing quickly! Add some magic to your holiday season by planning a visit with old Kris Kringle at The Gardens Mall. The Gardens Mall, located at 3101 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens, is hosting Santa through December 24, 2021.

Photos and visits with Santa at The Gardens Mall began on November 12. Kids of all ages, young and young at heart, can visit the "Big Guy in the Red Suit" in the Grand Court to share their holiday wishes and get a photo with the man in red.

You decide your Santa Magic. You can sit with Santa or have a socially distanced experience.

Be sure to reserve your time with Santa here.

Pet Photos with Santa are also available for your…

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