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Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, offers authentic Japanese cultural experiences to educate and inspire. According to the Japanese zodiac this year, 2015, we celebrate the “Year of the Sheep” for those born in 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, and 2015. If this is your year, perhaps a visit to the ephemeral beauty of “The Garden of the Drops of Dew” and a Sake VIP Tasting experience is warranted.

Within the walls of the Morikami Museum are tranquil gardens.  Morikami gardens, Roji-en: Garden of the Drops of Dew, were designed to be a living exhibit complementing the museum.  Designer Hoichi Kurisu created a garden complex with historical and aesthetic elements. Its six distinct gardens are inspired by, but are not replicas…

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Plan an evening under the stars Saturday, March 7 from 7:00-9:00 pm for the Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park “Moonlight Concert Series”.  Doors open at 6:00pm.  No reservations are required to enjoy an evening of folk music with Bill and Kate Isles.

John D. MacArthur State Park, north end of Singer Island, was the only state beach park in Palm Beach County in 1989, now there are many more. The 438-acre state park is nestled between the azure blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Lake Worth Lagoon.  The purpose of the park is to protect a very rare and beautiful piece of our coast.

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park has been nominated for the “Best Florida Beach” with 10-Best Readers’ Choice Award.  “The boardwalk at this state park takes…

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Boca Raton Arts at Mizner Park

 

A nonprofit association will show off its 8th year for the Festival of the Arts BOCA on March 6-15, 2015. Well-thought-out by criticizers to be “an important and impressive addition to the artistic landscape” held in Boca Raton, Florida. The festival will tune up the most supreme classical music, dance, jazz, film and authors, all to support an extraordinary list of international artists.

The Festival of the Arts BOCA will be reveling on the unique quality of life in Boca Raton and Palm Beach County as well as the venue, Mizner Park, which was handpicked as one of the ten best urban places in the United States according to the American Planning Association. The venue creates a special vibe and the opportunity for young and old to be exposed to…

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Photo courtesy of Eduardo Buchin, Jupiter.

This is the last week to catch “CONTEMPO: PUSHING THE LIMIT on ART” exhibit at the Lighthouse Art Center, Tequesta.  This exhibit features juried art of contemporary art across all media.  Expect to see the unexpected and use of innovative materials. Anticipate “unusual treatment of subject matter, unconventional mediums and edgy techniques – this is not your parent’s art exhibition!”

Guest curator Nelson Hallonquist, co-director of the Gavlak Gallery in Palm Beach, selected 34 works of art.  Artists from 18 states submitted works on featured art.

The Lighthouse Art Center, a member-supported nonprofit organization, which provides visual and performing arts for the community through unique collections,…

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5 Things To Do in West Palm Beach
Nick’s 50s Diner

For the past 25 years, Nick’s 50s Diner has been a popular stop for West Palm Beach locals, gaining so much infamy as to be featured in newspapers and on television. They are known for their friendly service, homemade food at affordable prices, and of course the fascinating fifties memorabilia scattered throughout the restaurant, including an authentic 1955 jukebox to play oldies. Nick’s is highly popular, not only for its lunch items, but its breakfast options as well. Customers come from all over, just to be transported back into the 50s.

Maison Carlos

Maison Carlos originally opened in 2002 on Clematis Street and seven years later was moved to the Eld Cid neighborhood, craving a more community setting. Only eleven tables are…

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River Monsters TV Show
The Annual event for the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium in West Palm Beach, Florida is bringing forth Animal Planet TV Star and famously known fish hugger, Jeremy Wade, to the stage!

The host of the series, “River Monsters,” Jeremy Wade does not get nervous trembling in murky waters, as he has come into contact with giant freshwater stingrays in Thailand and 20 foot long anaconda in the Amazon. Wade will be speaking at the Palm Beach benefit for the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium to discuss the success of the “underwater detective story" called, Get Hooked!

You may have watched most of the programs on Animal Planet, as it is the highest rated show on that channel, however, on March 5th find out what and how Wade conveys these…

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Morikami Museum 

The Morikami Museum is located in Delray Beach and showcases the connection between Japan and South Florida. It is here that visitors can immerse themselves in Japanese culture by seeing rotating exhibits and monthly tea ceremonies. There are also tradition Japanese festivals held several times a year, giving a true glimpse into Japanese culture. 7000 Japanese art pieces are contained within the Museum, as well as a 500 piece tea ceremony collection and over 200 textile pieces. The Gardens is located outside the 2 Museum buildings feature an amazing bonsai collection and shimmering lakes.

Putt N Around

Located in Downtown Delray Beach, Putt N Around is a family-owned mini golf course featuring 36 holes of Mini Golf. The Ocean’s Course is…

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Photo courtesy of Jupiter Donut Factory. 

People travel great distances to get to a beautiful location like South Florida, but did you know some people drive 40 miles just to taste delicious confections?  Jupiter Donut Factory, 141 Center Street, Jupiter has been a local favorite for years and will be sone sharing the love of doughnuts by expanding to Royal Palm Beach.   These doughnuts are known as the “best handmade, fluffy donuts ever”.  The aroma of fresh baked doughnuts engrosses the restaurant and neighboring shops.

The family owned store makes anywhere from 200-300 doughnuts fresh each day.   Bakers come in at midnight to make the doughnuts and pastry decorators arrive at 3:00am to adorn them.  In addition to traditional fresh glazed…

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Uber is a private mobile transportation network app that allows consumers to request transportation from drivers.  Founded in 2009, Uber has expanded its service to 53 countries and over 200 cities worldwide.  It is like a cab service but the drivers use their own personal cars.

Uber is now available in South Florida. The ride sharing company launched its app-based service in Miami last summer.  It has expanded its service and is available in the West Palm Beach and Jupiter areas.  Prices are averaging 25% less than taxi’s. After requesting a ride, a photo of the driver will flash up on your smartphone, letting you know who the driver is and the make of vehicle. 

The service allows users to tap the app on their smart phone to call for a vehicle,…

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For those who care about nutrition, taste and quality of their fruits, vegetables, meats and poultry, local farms are selling through Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) memberships.  With a significant shift in nutrition awareness, genetically modified and processed foods have become less desirable.  There is a huge misconception that local organic fruits and vegetables are more expensive.  CSA memberships and community plots keep costs down.

CSA's generally focus on the production of high quality foods for a local community, often using organic or biodynamic farming methods, and a shared risk membership–marketing structure.  The essential design includes developing a consistent consumer group that is willing to fund a whole season’s budget in…

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