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Valentine's Day Events in Palm Beach County

There are plenty of Valentine’s Day events in Palm Beach County, certain to guarantee you and your date an unforgettable night filled with enchantment and wonder.

Abacoa Golf Club

Abacoa Golf Club is featuring a special Dinner and Dance on Friday, February 13th, 2015, from 6:30 to 11pm in Palm Beach County. A complimentary glass of champagne will be offered, as well as a professional keepsake photo. The cost is $60/person, which includes service charge and sales tax, and tickets may be purchased on the Golf Club’s website, by credit card over phone, or through check mailed to the Abacoa Golf Club. There will be a variety of appetizers served, in addition to a variety of stations:  Carving, Salad, Pasta, Grilling, and Dessert. Call in advance to make…

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GIRL SCOUT COOKIES ARE BACK! AND WITH TWO NEW COOKIE FLAVORS!

Today, January 22, marks the official kick off day for Girl Scout cookie sales throughout Palm Beach Gardens and neighboring cities in Palm Beach County. Don’t miss out on your chance to scoop up your favorites flavors, because this year’s sales period will be shorter than years past. Cookie sales begin today and end February 15. 

We all have our favorites but this year we may have a couple more due to the new additions to the classic line up of: 

• Thin mints 
• Do-Si-Dos (Peanut Butter Sandwiches)
• Savannah Smiles (Powdered Lemon Cookie) 
• Samoas (Caramel deLites)
• Cranberry Citrus Crisps
• Thanks-A-Lot (Short Bread)
• Tagalongs (Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Patties)
• Lemonades (Lemon Sandwiches)
• Trefoils (Short Bread)
• Trios 
• NEW…

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TRAVEL CHANNEL’S “BEST FLORIDA RESORTS” 2015

The well-respected guide to traveling, The Travel Channel, has released a list of the “Best Florida Resorts” to visit and you will want to see which resorts graced the top of the list! The Travel Channel has been long admired for it’s on point recommendations regarding hotels and getaways as well as its entertaining TV shows about travel and luxury. You can turn to the Travel Channel for just about anything when it comes to your traveling needs. The network has a team of gurus that narrow down the top spots to visit in the world based on categories like: most romantic, most exotic, best all inclusive resorts, most exotic and even most bizarre. 

The newest “Best of” list covers the sunshine state and it hits the nail on the head with its suggestions.…

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Admirals Cove; The Prestige of Having Luxury and Leisure in a Private Community

Admirals Cove found its start in 1987 and still stands as one of the most desirable communities among real estate in Jupiter. There are 900 residences in Admirals Cove winding around 5 miles of traversable waterways winding through out the community. Many of the Homes for Sale in Admirals Cove rest on the waterfront and boast outstanding views and the interior homes often overlook the golf courses. The variety of homes in Admirals Cove is broad offering homes from custom, grand estates to marina front cottages. Homes in Admirals Cove give residents access to all of the luxurious amenities the country club has to offer as well as a superior location in Jupiter. Its no wonder Admirals Cove is one of the finest country clubs in the entire nation.

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PALM BEACH’S MOST FAMOUS DESIGNER TO BE FEATURED IN TARGET

Some of the most synonymous symbols of preppy Palm Beach are Lilly Pulitzer’s designs. Once only available in the ultra chic boutiques of Palm Beach, now Lilly Pulitzer’s famous prints and colors will be featured at big box, juggernaut Target (for a limited time). Target is calling the featured collection a “Ticket to Sunshine.” 

Lilly Pulitzer for Target will be available online and in stores at Targets across the United States and Canada on April 19. The collection will boast 250 pieces including apparel, accessories and shoes for women and girls. There will also be some home décor available in the collection featuring beach gear, home accents, travel necessities and outdoor entertaining pieces. 

HISTORY OF LILLY PULITZER

Lilly (McKim) Pulitzer…

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5 Things to do in North Palm Beach, FL

The village of North Palm Beach is home to excellent boating, fishing, and golf opportunities.

North Palm Beach Country Club

North Palm Beach Country Club features an award-winning Jack Nicklaus-style par 71 course that opened in 2006. A links-style course, it is only one of two Nicklaus Signature Municipal courses in America, offing a beautiful setting with manicured greens and the shimmering waters of the Intracoastal Waterway. Other features of the course include varying elevations and sweeping fairways, catering to not only the professional golfer but also the beginner.

Brass Ring Pub

Located in North Palm Beach, The Brass Ring Pub has been family-owned and operated since 1986 and has been voted #1 Burgers in Palm Beach County by the Palm Beach…

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Family-Friendly Fun at Lion Country Safari

Lion Country Safari is widely known as Florida’s only drive-through safari, attracting visitors from all around the world and exhibiting over 900 animals. It is a one-stop trip, offering so much more than just animals viewings from inside of a car. There are also paddle boats, a ferry boat side, petting zoo, a merry-go-round, mini-golf, a small water park with slides, ferris wheel, restaurant and gift shop area, dinosaur section, maze, Lory bird feeding exhibit, giraffe feedings, camel rides, and so much more, all in West Palm Beach.

Lion Country Safari allows visitors to get up close and personal with its unique giraffe feeding experience. Visitors travel to the top of a large inclined ramp leading to a circular platform, at which place large…

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NEW SQUARE GROUPER TIKI BAR in FORT PIERCE

For more than a decade, Square Grouper Tiki Bar, at 1111 Love Street on the Jupiter Inlet, has been known to be one of the most popular watering holes in South Florida. “It is the home of Alan Jackson’s, “Its 5 O’clock Somewhere” video with Jimmy Buffet, the Grand Slam/Castaways KDW, and Jupiter Billfish Fishing Tournaments.” Fundraising events happen frequently, I will always remember the sight and spectacle of soggy dogs enjoying a swim in the inlet during an animal fundraising happening. There is always something fun going on at The Square Grouper.

Jim Burg, the owner and manager of The Square Grouper, is looking to create another slice of paradise on the water off the south side of Fort Pierce Inlet, 1920 Seaway Drive in Saint Lucie County. He…

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Jupiter Land Once Sold For $1 Per Acre

Once upon a time, Jupiter Land was sold for an amazing $1 per acre! It was the year 1815 when the King and Queen of Spain awarded Don Eusebio Gomez, a merchant/shipper and protector of St. Augustine, 12,000 acres for his services to the crown. This land bordered the Loxahatchee and Indian Rivers and also consisted of a barrier island nestled between the Jupiter and St. Lucie Inlet. Named “Jobe,” after the Roman mythology god, this area of land would later be known as the “Gomez Grant”, as it was granted clear title after all Spanish Land Grants were challenged by the U.S. Government when Florida officially became a U.S. territory.

In 1821, Mr. Gomez sold 8,000 acres to Joseph Delespine, and within a year Mr. Delespine sold 4,000 acres to Michael Lazarus…

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The Town Within the Town, Abacoa Brings Additional Options to Jupiter, Florida

Located in Jupiter, Florida is the sprawling community of Abacoa. Abacoa Real Estate is made up of over 15 unique subdivisions with individually styled homes all with their own flare. Some of the communities offer a Key West style, some offer a Mediterranean theme, others may be Victorian and the list goes on. Homes in Abacoa are available as single-family estates, town homes, villas and condominium style residences.

Abacoa offers an endless amount of neighborhood groups, clubs and events, offering unlimited chances for fun! Residents will have access to group activities ranging from fitness classes to painting. Surrounding Abacoa are some of the top rated schools in the area ranging from kindergarten to college. The Scripps Research center is…

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