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The Andrew "Red" Harris Foundation is pleased to announce that the 2021 artificial reef project has begun with the implementation of the initial of five 500-ton barge loads of huge 8' long concrete tunnels offshore of the Jupiter inlet! This year's project benefits from Forterra's donation of 2500 culverts valued at $450,000 to the Andrew "Red" Harris Foundation.  The coral replicas will range in size up to 8 feet tall, wide and deep. We are going to build beautiful Bahama-like reefs off Jupiter and Juno!

The culverts, aka tunnels, are presently being trucked and staged for loading on barges that will begin deploying a mile off the Jupiter inlet early this summer. The trails will be built at a concentration of one 8' 18-24" inside diameter duct per…

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Southeast Florida outdoor activity enthusiasts can enjoy a tax-free shopping week.  Florida’s tax-free “Freedom Week” event is July 1 – July 7, 2021.  Eligible outdoor recreation items and admission to eligible cultural and sporting events are exempt from Florida state sales tax.  You will save at 6 percent on qualifying purchases.

As the state reopens, residents are being encouraged in various ways to help kick Florida’s economy back into high gear. The Governor has “created Freedom Week as part of that encouragement, and also as a way to help give a leg up to its arts, live entertainment, culture, sports and hobby industries — some of the hardest hit during the COVID-19 pandemic.” 

For some items, such as sunglasses, a portion of the purchase…

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A Lake Worth beach convenience store sold one of four winning tickets in Sunday's statewide Fantasy 5 drawing, the Florida Lottery said.  C&K Food Mart at North G Street and 10th Avenue North sold the ticket.  The winning ticket which won the prize money was a combination of 4-5-7-12-23 and it paid $42,801.46.

In 1986, Florida voters authorized a lottery through a constitutional amendment, enacted by a two-to-one margin that would use its proceeds to enhance public education in Florida. Governor Bob Martinez and the Florida Legislature established the Florida Lottery with the mission of maximizing revenues for education to allow the people of Florida to benefit from significant additional monies while providing the best lottery games available.…

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Plan your Fourth of July weekend festivities in the Town of Jupiter this year!  Enjoy two baseball games at Roger Dean Stadium followed by postgame fireworks. Not into baseball, take in live music and family activities in Downtown Abacoa.  Find more information and details below.

Fireworks Mega Bash at the Town of Jupiter Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Celebrate with two nights of baseball and postgame fireworks. 

Saturday, July 3... gates open at 5 p.m. The game begins at 6 p.m. Dunedin Bluejays at Palm Beach Cardinals, tickets are $12 per person and can be purchased online from the stadium. Enjoy postgame fireworks, a mega kid’s area, and exclusive merchandise. 

Sunday, July 4... gates open at 5 p.m. The game begins at 6 p.m. Dunedin…

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Ever wonder why Americans set off fireworks on the Fourth of July?  It is understood that the very first Independence Day celebration, held in Philadelphia on July 4, 1777, colonists were still at war against Britain.  Even though the country was still amidst the Revolutionary War against Britain, citizens came together to watch their new nation's sky illuminated in a grand display meant to raise spirits.

Swing by any of the Palm Beach County area fireworks shops and purchase legal firecrackers to set off and show your appreciation of this great nation! 

1. Glitzzz Super Sparkler

(561) 649-0158

9787 Saddle Court

Lake Worth

2. Phantom Fireworks of West Palm Beach

(561) 434-9339

2822 Forest Hill Boulevard

West Palm Beach

3.…

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Fourth of July celebrations are back, and many cities plan to celebrate America’s birthday with parades, live music, food, and fireworks. Here are events across Boca Raton and Delray Beach to help you plan. 

Fireworks begin at 9:00 p.m. from various undisclosed venues.  Look into the night sky and watch the fireworks explode!

Boca Raton

Drive-in Fireworks Display, Palm Beach Parks & Recreation 

9 p.m. July 4 @ South County Regional Park, 11200 Park Access Road, Boca Raton 33498, free entry

Parking opens at 7:00 p.m. It is asked that you arrive prior to 8:30 p.m.  More information available online.

Delray Beach

Uncle Sam Jam 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. July 3, family-friendly event, live entertainment, activities for kids, vendors & strolling…

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Park West Gallery made a stop on its national tour at The Breakers in Palm Beach from June 24 to 27, 2021. The traveling fine art gallery featured three prominent artists in last weekends pop-up exhibition. If you missed the gallery tour, you could visit the gallery online here. 

Some of the artists featured on the South Florida leg of the tour featured were:

Cris X’s artwork pops with the radiant candy colors of his metallic finishes. He is best known for his custom painted sea life and paintings on aluminum and is licensed by Disney. 

The “Rock Star of the Art World,” Godard captivates audiences all over the world with his colorful and playful artwork. His pieces are on permanent display on board every U.S. Navy aircraft carrier and in the…

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The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens consist of the former residence of sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905 -1982), the widow of Ralph Hubbard Norton. The residence is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.  The two-acre property features a collection of 250 species of tropical palms adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway and next to downtown West Palm Beach.

The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, Inc. is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) operating foundation established in 1977 by the prominent sculptor Ann Weaver Norton. The organization is devoted to exhibiting works of other artists, preserving the founder’s studio, historic home and displaying her monumental sculptures in a secluded urban preserve where a notable collection of rare palms is…

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Harbourside Place is located at the northwest intersection of U.S. Highway One and Indiantown Road in Jupiter. Take a stroll along the Jupiter Riverwalk and have a rest at the Harbourside Place Amphitheater. You will see why it is a favorite place of many who visit.

Situated at the northernmost point of the property, Harbourside Place Amphitheater offers spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway and immediate access to public docking.

The Amphitheater is the centerpiece for entertainment at Harbourside Place, boasting a canopied stage, interactive fountains, lawn seating and acoustics that will make your heart melt. The Amphitheater serves as the heart of Harborside’s activity, acting as the meeting point for yoga on the waterfront, live…

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The Palm Beach County Art in Public Places program is managed by the Facilities Development and Operations Department of Palm Beach County. The mission of the program is to provide art that complements public buildings, parks, and plaza. Located at the Palm Beach County Gardens Branch Library, 11303 Campus Drive in Palm Beach Gardens is "Garden Gate" by Garth Edwards.  Designed, fabricated, and installed by artist Garth Edwards, Garden Gate is inspired by Palm Beach Gardens' early vision of the town becoming a "Garden City". Garth’s design and color palette complement the library's interior design and architectural features, resulting in a vibrant, whimsical installation that appears to bloom from the walls and corners of the library.  Click to…

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