Please be aware that Palm Beach County kids will be going back to school very soon. Superintendent Mike Burke and other school district leaders delivered information to help students, parents, and teachers plan for the upcoming academic year, which starts on August 10, 2022.  Watch the Superintendent speak here. The National Security Council recommends that parents and guardians share transportation and school safety information with children. Whether children are dropped off at school in the car line or take the bus to school, it is extremely important that they take proper safety precautions. 

Teach your children school bus safety rules and practice with them. Go to the bus stop with your child to teach them the proper way to get on and off the…

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The Friends of Jupiter Beach's August beach cleanup is slated for this Saturday, August 6th, 2022, from 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at Ocean Cay Park in Jupiter. 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 the FJB Facebook page. 

The cleanup will be at a 2 ½ mile stretch from the Juno Beach Pier and continue to the southern edge of Carlin Park. Please use beach crossovers 22-59 and enjoy a variety of breakfast foods, drinks, old and new friends, and an opportunity to win a FREE PRIZE!

When you arrive at Ocean Cay Park:

-        Sign in and get a lottery ticket for a chance to…

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Divers across the globe have their eyes on the Jupiter coast for the next few months, as hundreds of goliath grouper -- some the size of golf carts and up to eight feet in length will make their way off the coast for mating season. This annual phenomenon, known as the Atlantic Goliath Grouper aggregation which provides divers with a one-of-a-kind experience right off the Jupiter coastline. The Goliath Grouper is the largest of the grouper species in the western hemisphere. The grouper can reach 8ft in length, weigh more than 1000 lbs and has a lifespan of 30-50 years. Their heads and fins have tiny dark spots, their sides irregular dark bars, their tail is rounded, and their eyes are small.

Every year, spawning aggregations of up to 100-150 Goliath…

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AquaGrille is a recently opened seafood restaurant located at 14121 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach. AquaGrille introduces a "contemporary, coastal American dining experience set in a cool, modern, beach house-inspired décor". It has a fantastic location just a couple blocks from the sparkling blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

It is an amazing dining experience from start to finish. AquaGrille is one of the most exciting, new restaurants in Palm Beach County. Enjoy plenty of great house cocktails, beer on tap, champagne, and a nice wine selection. The eatery offers an abundance of seafood options, Wagyu steaks, vegetarian options and more. Check out the full menu here.

Meet friends at AquaGrille for their Social Hour. The Social Hour is held in…

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Flowers behave differently depending on the season, sun exposure, and type of soil. Living in Palm Beach County the flowers in the garden or on the deck must be heat tolerant. There are many flowers that cannot be grown in locations that have brutally hot summer months or those that do not receive much water.  You need to equip yourself with the right information on what flowers are best for your garden. There are flowers that thrive well in full sun, while others will only work well in shades or just light. Others will do well in winter than they will in summer.

Furthermore, it is important to note that some flowers have a longer lifespan than others. Perennial flowers can stay strong and healthy for up to two years. This will stretch your garden…

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The Palm Beach County summer heat takes a toll on the skin. Anushka Spa and Salon Cosmedica are offering a spectacular end-of-summer special! The beauty spa is located at The Square (formerly Rosemary Square) at 701 South Rosemary Venue in West Palm Beach. Self-love is a practice that gives our lives the meaning and depth needed to remain healthy. 

Treating yourself to a day spa is an expression of self-love. Self-love is a state of appreciation for oneself that is cultivated through our thoughts and actions. Learning to nurture ourselves is critical to a healthy lifestyle 

Look for other special discounts like the “IS Clinical Fire & Ice Facial and Himalayan Salt Stone Massage” through August 31, 2022. This special is 40% off. Regularly $324 on…

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Meander around the eclectic mix of specialty shops, restaurants, art galleries, and unique music venues along two main streets, Lake Avenue and Lucerne Avenue. The revitalized downtown of Lake Worth has unique treasures worth discovering. Lake Worth is a coastal city of seven square miles, located in Palm Beach County. Downtown Lake Worth is the artistic soul of Palm Beach County with a historic theater and a museum, live music clubs, coffee houses, art galleries, antique malls, retail stores, and eateries.

Lake Worth’s City Hall is a declaration for the rainbow coalition. The murals around town on various sides of buildings are colorful and range from wildlife, dogs, ocean, and political statements. The tasteful murals are without graffiti. There…

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Resource Depot in West Palm Beach offers recycled items at discount prices. It is a fantastic place for teachers, artists, and other crafty shoppers who appreciate a deal. The Resource Depot, located at 2508 Florida Avenue, in West Palm Beach is a superb shop to check out. The Depot sells excess supplies and an eclectic array of items at discount prices.

Resource Depot centers on reusing and repurposing random items donated by businesses and individuals. Artists, educators, and families often pick up assorted items for art projects. Some items are unopened and in packages. Cleaning out closets…donate unused supplies, or slightly used items. 

For over 20 years, Resource Depot's center for creative reuse has turned waste into artistic wonder by…

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You have an opportunity to walk on a spiral staircase with 105 steps to the top of the red structure for a panoramic vantage point of Jupiter waterways and vistas. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is a 108-foot historical landmark on a riverfront site with historical displays and natural features.

Operated by the nonprofit Loxahatchee River Historical Society, the waterfront lighthouse, and grounds exhibits feature over 5,000 years of regional history.

In addition to offering climbing tours of the landmark 1860 lighthouse, it is the site of the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area, National Conservation Lands.

The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is also a historical museum. There is a Pier overlooking the Loxahatchee River, an Old Florida…

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Palm Beach County offers some fantastic fresh farmers/green markets. These markets are super popular and as more people become more concerned with health, environmental issues, and how the way they spend their money can affect the planet they will grow even more popular. Here are three of our favorite farmers/green markets in the area!

Artisan Market and Farmers' Market at Mizner Park The Artisan Market is each Friday at the South end of the center from 4 P.M. to 9 P.M. and the Farmers' market is from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. every Sunday. Both markets are held at 327 Plaza Real in Boca Raton.

Gardens Greenmarket The Gardens GreenMarket is open each Sunday from 8 A.M. to 1 P.M. at the City Hall Municipal Campus in Palm Beach Gardens.

Waterfront…

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