The summer season is quickly coming to a close.  Why not end summertime with a magical coastal picnic? Surf the internet for some suggestions for a “Do it Yourself” version.  If you are not a DIY person, call an expert like The Magical Table, in Jupiter, which specializes in unique events such as tea parties, beach picnics, special gatherings, and marriage proposals.

A romantic twilight beach picnic is a beautiful evening on the beach. Enjoy the last light of the day as the sun slowly sets across the crystal blue seas.  There is something just inherently romantic about watching and listening to the water.  Get cozy with your partner and enjoy as the sun's colors change and the sky's colors turn darker by the minute. Lay down next to each other as…

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There is a great French restaurant on the waterfront in Jupiter. Le Cafe des Artistes French Bistro is a recognized, timeless Parisian-style bistro. The direct from Paris café is set on the water’s edge. Located at the harbor of the Jupiter Yacht Club marina they offer al fresco dining on the waterfront or chic interior seating. Le Café des Artistes is a delightful backdrop for an intimate, romantic meal with that special someone. 

It is an established fact that French chefs are masters of their craft. They understand the romance of a decadent meal and the importance of ambiance. French food is deeply rooted in tradition and the advantage of the fare is based on the French geographic location. This good fortune makes French agriculture both varied…

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The International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) intends to utilize the power of people to fight ocean trash at Jupiter Beaches and other worldwide beaches and waterways. Marine debris is one of the greatest threats our ocean faces, but luckily it is an issue with which we can all play a part in the resolution. 

For every mile of ocean, there are at least 46,000 pieces of plastic debris floating within said distance. Furthermore, plastic does not decompose over a long period and only disintegrates, minute plastic particles are already showing up in our food and water. If these trends continue, it won’t be long before we face disastrous outcomes for our environment.

Since its beginning, more than 17 million volunteers have collected more than 348 million…

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The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, here in Jupiter, is the highlighted lighthouse on every new “Visit Our Lights” specialty license plate sold by Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. There are thirty lighthouses still standing proud in Florida. There is a $25 annual special fee for the plates, in addition to registration fees. Proceeds benefit the Florida Lighthouse Association, a nonprofit that supports the preservation of the state’s lighthouses. The new plate with the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse will be available for the next 10 years. The original version of the specialty plate has been available for purchase since 2008. It illustrated the striped St. Augustine Lighthouse.

Florida has more than 1,800 miles of coastline, more than…

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Volunteer organizations, individuals around Palm Beach County and the globe have been working with the ocean conservancy. Hoping to end the flow of trash at the source ending the flow of trash at the source. It is working to protect the ocean from today’s greatest global challenges creating evidence-based solutions for a healthy ocean and the wildlife and communities that depend on it.

The International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) unites people to remove trash from the world’s beaches and waterways. Thanks to volunteers around the world, the ICC has become a guiding light of hope, leading, and encouraging action in support of the ocean.

Since its beginning, more than seventeen million volunteers have collected more than 348 million pounds of trash.…

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The Friends of Jupiter Beach's September beach cleanup is slated for this Saturday, September 17, 2022, from 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at Ocean Cay Park in Jupiter. It happens to fall on International Coastal Cleanup Day. All volunteers will receive a FREE International Beach Cleanup Day t-shirt!  The first 100 volunteers to sign in will receive a $5 gift card to Surf Taco! The beach cleanup helps to keep trash away from the local wildlife while also helping to maintain the beaches for generations to come. For more information on the Friends of Jupiter Beach clean-up efforts please visit their website.

The cleanup will encompass a 2 ½ mile stretch from the Juno Beach Pier and continue to the southern edge of Carlin Park in Jupiter. Please use beach…

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Today we remember the lives of the many individuals who perished on 9/11 and salute the fallen heroes who fearlessly acted and served on that tragic day. To the victims, families of the fallen and the survivors dealing with the loss…we will #neverforget.

                                               

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Are you in a seafood mood? Food Shack has come to be an immensely popular restaurant for locals and travelers alike. Their slogan from the beginning has been, “From top scholar to blue-collar. Food for all walks of life.” There is no better place for fresh fish than Food Shack right here in Jupiter! Food Shack is located at 103 South U.S. Highway 1, in Jupiter. 

Food Shack is known for having exceptional seafood. They offer cuisines in addition to seafood, Asian, American fare, take-out, and family-style.  Food Shack has an average price range between $4.00 and $18.00 per person. When compared to other restaurants, Food Shack is modestly priced, yet exceptional in quality. Food Shack is worth the wait, so patience is imperative and worthwhile!

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The Palm Beaches are home to the best beaches in Southeast Florida.  Nearly 30 tropical beach parks span 47 miles along the Atlantic Ocean, from Jupiter to Boca Raton. Explore all the beautiful sandy shores and find your perfect beach whether you are looking for a beach to let your dog run, surf, picnic or just sit under a coconut tree and read a book.

The Palm Beaches are home to top beach towns, top beach resorts, and top-rated beaches in the area. After all, we have “beach” in our name. With 47 miles of pristine Atlantic coastline and expanses of gilded sand to pick from, it would be impossible to name the best beach. Instead, here's a list of some of our favorite white sand beaches for sun and fun so you can decide which oceanfront strand gets…

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South Florida is a diving magnet with luscious reefs with natural and fabricated beauty under the surface. Did you happen to know that over the past 20 years, Broward County’s Artificial Reef Program has situated over seventy-five synthetic reefs on the ocean floor? One mile off the coast of Deerfield Beach is a reef known as Rapa Nui Reef. It weighs about three hundred tons and is half the length of a football field. The Rapa Nui Reef distinguishes the city in the way 887 similar monuments did Easter Island in the remote South Pacific.

The reef is the combination of a public art project of the “Moai” figures that were created in Stuart along with fabricated reef materials. The reef is called Rapa Nui, the Polynesian translation of “Easter Island.”…

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