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The Town of Jupiter and the Jupiter Police Department are preparing for their annual National Night Out event and parade tonight. The event is aimed to bring awareness to crime and drug abuse prevention, generate support and participation in local crime efforts, and to support our local police, fire fighters and emergency workers.

Gather your friends and family and head out to see over 30 police vehicles, fire trucks, and more take part in the parade around town beginning at 6 pm tonight. Vehicles during the parade will be giving away goodies and treats along the parade route.

The parade and Night Out will serve as a collection for Little Smiles Holiday Toy Drive. Those who plan on attending the parade are encouraged to bring an unwrapped, new toy…

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The Loggerhead Marinelife Center announced recently that they will continue their partnership with the Palm Beach fashion icon and line, Lilly Pulitzer for their weekly Beach Clean-Ups on Juno Beach. The year-round sponsorship will include hosting specialty events throughout Palm Beach County Lilly Pulitzer retail stores and highlight two local and late pioneering women Lilly Pulitzer and Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s Eleanor Fletcher.

Every Saturday morning, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center hosts its weekly Beach Cleanup along the beach near the center. The weekly beach cleanups provide a fun opportunity for locals to help keep our beautiful beaches and towns clean of debris and litter. The cleanups are important now more than ever. Beginning in…

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With the summer coming to an end for students in Palm Beach County and Martin County, the state of Florida is having their Back to School Sales Tax Holiday again this year.

Beginning this Saturday, July 31st through Monday, August 9th, shoppers will be exempt from sales tax in the state of Florida for certain school supplies and items. The Back to School Sales Tax exemption will be automatically deducted at checkout when purchasing qualifying items.

Items Include:

  • School Supplies (Less than $15 dollars per item)- pens, pencils, erasers, notebooks, glue, calculators, and rulers.
  • Clothing, Footwear, and certain accessories (Less than $60 dollars per item)- includes clothing, shoes, wallets, and bags.
  • The first $1000 of the sales price of…

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This upcoming Sunday is a day to indulge in your favorite ice cream flavors and sundaes to celebrate National Ice Cream Day. National Ice Cream Day has been celebrated since 1984, when President Reagan declared the third Sunday of July as National Ice Cream Day and he also declared the month of July as National Ice Cream Month.

Sunday’s weather is expected to be in the high 80’s which makes it a perfect summer day to head out to one of your favorite local ice cream shops to celebrate the day. Many ice cream shops and ice cream chains are giving away free ice cream and free treats to celebrate National Ice Cream Day.

National Ice Cream Freebies and Deals:

Baskin-Robbins: Get a free ice cream scented kinetic sand in chocolate mint or strawberry…

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There is nothing like a cool, delicious, and refreshing summer drink on a hot, sunny afternoon or early evening barbeque. The perfect Palm Beach County refreshing summer beverage can cool you down quickly. Summer came on fast and furious in Southeast Florida. It changed so quickly, and we kept reminding ourselves to enjoy without complaining since it will likely to be our hottest weather all summer season and it will be gorgeous weather and temperature very soon.

A great way to stay cool on a warm day is to create a wonderful kind of beverage to refresh your soul, notwithstanding ice water.  Anything “citrus-y” with a twist is the perfect beverage to cool off.

This refreshing and easy to make Strawberry Peach White Wine is not only is it easy,…

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Bring out to outdoor yard games, pool toys, and stock up on your cookout supplies because the official start of summer is just a few days away.  Thought the weather around the country have been seems to already break into the summer temperatures for a few weeks now, the official start of the summer season is this Sunday, June 20th.

The first day of summer is determined by the tilt of the earth’s axis as it rotates around the sun. on this day, the North Pole is the closest to the sun and the northern hemisphere receives the most day light for the longest amount of time. This day is known as the Summer Solstice. This Sunday will be the longest “day” and the shortest “night” in the 365-day calendar year which makes it the official start of summer at 11:32…

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Now that the school year is coming to an end and the summer season is beginning, we have searched the internet and have rounded up some of the best Summer Camps happening in Palm Beach County for children of all ages. Some of the summer camps and events are offering discounts and promotions for signing up early, so register your children as soon as possible.

Kid’s Summer Camps: Summer 2021

Abby’s Performing Arts Coaching: Aimed for children ages 5 to 10 years old. Weekly camp begins June 7th through August 6th in Jupiter.

Aerospace and Innovation Academy: Aimed for middle and high school aged kids. The camp is spilt up in three sessions beginning July 12th through July 22nd. The camp is virtual.

Broadway Theatre Camp: Aimed for children ages 5…

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One of South Florida’s most popular Independence Day celebrations, the 4th on Flagler is returning to in person celebrations after last year’s celebrations were held virtually. West Palm Beach City officials announced yesterday the popular Palm Beach County event is returning and fireworks will light up the sky to celebrate Independence Day on Sunday, July 4th.

This 4th of July head down to downtown West Palm Beach for a grand firework display and the holiday celebrations. The 4th on Flagler will feature refreshments, live entertainment, the inaugural Bill Bone 5K, a patriotic salute, a car show, and a spectacular fireworks display over the intracoastal just after 9 pm to finish the night.

South Florida is not the only place that is getting ready to…

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It can be extremely warm in Palm Beach County during the summer months. One must drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. Frozen umbrella drinks or ice-cold brews do not count.  Just good old h2o, agua, water. A simple life force. We know that water is essential to good health, yet requirements vary individual to individual. So, how much water is enough?

First thing, your water intake needs depend on many factors, including your health, how active you are and where you live.  To function appropriately, the body must replenish its water supply by ingesting drinks and foods that encompass water. The Mayo Clinic reported, “Every day you lose water through your breath, perspiration, urine and bowel movements. For your body to function properly, you…

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As the local schools finish up the school year for the summer, what better way to celebrate the end of school and the start of summer with an ice cream cone. Luckily for us here in South Florida the warm weather and sunshine, makes any day perfect to stop by your favorite local ice cream shop for the perfect treat.

Throughout Palm Beach County and Martin County, there is plenty of ice cream shops and parlors for the perfect snack or evening treat. From the smell of waffle cones and the brightly colored sprinkles, cookies, milkshakes, ice cream, and more, here is just some of the best places to grab some ice cream.

Kilwins Chocolates and Ice Cream: Several locations

Palm Beach Ice Cream: Jupiter and Tequesta

Sunshine Ice Cream: Tequesta

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