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Nestled along the coast in Miami-Dade County, the Deering Estate is a cultural asset and historic site listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The beautiful Deering Estate lights up for the holidays with a variety of activities throughout December. Enjoy vintage decor, photos with Santa, evening strolls and more as you get into the spirit of the season. The estate is located at 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Miami. 

The Deering Estate preserves the 1920’s era Miami estate of Charles Deering. Deering was a Chicago industrialist, early preservationist, environmentalist, art collector, philanthropist and first chairperson of the International Harvester Company. As a 21st Century Museum destination for tourists and residents, a variety of holiday…

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Take a step away from all the shopping, wrapping, baking, and decorating this weekend. Find a quiet place to decompress. Quiet Waters Park is a 430-acre Broward County Park located at 401 South Powerline Road in Deerfield Beach. Deerfield Beach is a city just south of the Palm Beach County line near Boca Raton. The city is named for the numerous deer that once roamed the area. 

Quiet Waters Park is known locally for its annual Renaissance Festival and Ski Rixen cable water-skiing system. Ski Rixen is one of 79 cable water-ski attractions in the world, and the only wakeboard and water ski resort in South Florida.  Its a great place to take visiting family and friends to enjoy an outside water adventure and really appreciate the South Florida winter…

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In Southern Broward County, located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami, is Hollywood. Not the Hollywood, California “where dreams come true,” but in South Florida. In this town of Hollywood, they dream of sunny days and warm tropical nights. During the holiday season head to downtown Hollywood for some family friendly holiday fun. Visit Santa hanging out in his “beach house” and other jolly, playful fun and entertainment.

Hollywood has put on this event for the past 15 years, to celebrate “the wonder of Christmas with the community creating a holiday tradition.”  The special event will feature a variety of entertainers, plus photo opportunities with Santa Claus at his beach house (after 5:30 p.m.) Guests are welcome to bring portable seats and…

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World renowned Worth Avenue located on Palm Beach island is sparkling with holiday activity! The shopping mecca is just three blocks from the Atlantic Ocean to the Intracoastal Waterway and is truly an amazing experience not to be missed. Each year at this time, a glorious Christmas Tree Lighting and other events take place for the holiday season.

The Tree Lighting was held virtually this year with no public gathering in concern for the health and safety of visitors.

In lieu of the Tree Lighting Ceremony and Parade, stay tuned for their calendar of events featuring Santa Sightings and festive activities along Worth Avenue bringing warmth into the Holiday Season!

Santa Sightings are anticipated for December 11th, 17th and 23rd between the…

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Holidays are festive and merry. Do not miss caroling fun at Downtown Palm Beach Gardens. Enjoy acapella holiday music as festive carolers stroll the property spreading holiday cheer through song. 

The history of caroling is not what you might expect. An early version of caroling dates to the 13th century. It began in the oral tradition but did not always involve Christmas or even singing. In its earliest days. The reveling involved individuals going house to house giving offering uplifting wishes during the colder months.

Details for the Holiday Carolers:

Dates:

December 11th

December 18th

Time:

4:00 - 8:00 PM

Location:

Downtown Palm Beach Gardens

11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave, Palm Beach Gardens

 

 

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The 27th Annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade wound up in Jupiter last night. The premier event of the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County and gift to the community took place last night. The 2021 "Merry and Bright" Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade kicked off the holiday season. The annual boat parade has always been a huge community event and last did not fail Jupiter residents! The boats were brilliantly decorated and did not cease to amaze onlookers!

Judging was based on three main factors: lights, enthusiasm, and themed decor. The theme this year was "Merry and Bright." There were thousands of dollars worth of prizes to be given away to the top three boats in each category! In addition to prizes, the Best of Parade boat will take…

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On occasion, we all experience a little bit of the "ba humbugs" during the holiday season. 

Don't let it get you down. Turn that frown upside down.

Just remember, that if The Grinch can receive the Town of Jupiter's Cheermeister Award, you too can put a smile back on your face!

Holidays are not about gifts. Keep in mind that the holidays have a deeper significance.

 Smile and Happy Holidays!

 

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Experience a white holiday season in Palm Beach County during the nightly snowfall on the square with The Wishing Tree light show at The Square (formerly Rosemary Square) in downtown West Palm Beach through December 31st. The Square at the Wishing Tree will transform into a winter wonderland daily at 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 pm.

The Wishing Tree, created by the San Francisco-based collective Symmetry Labs, is a unique site-specific installation that pushes the boundaries of art and technology. The Wishing Tree offers shade and resembles an ancient 26-foot-tall banyan, and by night, the monumental light sculpture reveals a spectacular visual experience. A total of 100,000 individually programmable, full-color-spectrum LEDs create the light embedded in…

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The 5th Annual West Palm Beach Arts Festival is presented by the Armory Art Center in West Palm Beach. It will feature local and out-of-town artists, live music, demonstrations, food, and activities for all ages. The festival takes place December 4-5, 2021, between the hours of 10:00 am-4:00 pm.

Artistic media includes 2-D, which is drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, mixed media. Other artistic media includes 3-D, which is ceramics, sculpture, fiber, jewelry, glass, furniture. The range of media provides the perfect opportunity for some holiday shopping! 

The Armory Art Center is on the south end of Howard Park. It is within walking distance of the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, the Palm Beach Convention Center, and Rosemary…

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Milli et Jaime is the most adorable children’s boutique featuring clothing, toys, and gifts. The darling shop is located at 378 A Tequesta Drive in Tequesta. The amazing boutique offers outstanding high-quality European-inspired clothing and gifts. The items range from newborn to size ten.

The Milli et Jaime is welcoming to all, including new mothers. They feature a devoted area, in a secluded area of the store, to nurse if needed. If you are searching for a unique gift for a newborn, a child, or a new mom looking for a quick stop to grab an outfit for the baby or a gift this could become your new favorite place. Avoid the holiday chaos at the big stores or malls in exchange for a unique shopping experience.

Milli et Jaime opened a second location…

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