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For 27 years, the famed Art Fest by the Sea has been a springtime tradition for locals and visitors of Jupiter and Juno Beach. Experience the incredible displays of handmade art, stunning beach scenery and warm Florida sun at the 27th Art Fest by the Sea. Adored by locals and tourists alike, this art festival is unlike any other. Stretching along the azure, Atlantic Ocean and sandy beaches of A1A (the beach road), Art Fest by the Sea entices all of the senses. 

As you stroll along the beach road you will see an array of artwork from hand painted works to towering sculptures, glass art, incredible woodcrafts and jewelry. Vendors come from all over Florida and even from some other states to display their talents.…

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Sunny, south Florida is enjoying some great weather. With Spring Break coming up for many schools, those who have kids or grandkids may want to brush up on some fun activities to add to your schedule. 

1.Blueline Surf & Paddle Co. - Take the kids to experience one of the staple water sports in Jupiter, paddle boarding! At Blueline Surf & Paddle you can buy or rent paddle boards and cruise through the tranquil waterways of our tropical paradise.
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 2.Blue Waters Surfing School - At the Blue Waters Surfing School, their motto is “Creating surfers one wave at a time” and they experience a 100% success rate. So, if your child wants to learn how to surf, no better place than Blue Waters Surf School. They pride themselves on safety…

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Experience one of the undisputedly greatest musicals of all time right here in cozy Jupiter, Les Miserables. No need to travel to Broadway to see the Tony Award winning Les Miserables, you can enjoy all of its astonishing sounds and sights with ease.  

Based on Victor Hugo’s classic novel, Les Miserables, this awe-inspiring play captures the survival of human spirit. Discover a tale of a nation and its people’s struggle during the French Revolution. The story is based on an escaped convict, Jean Valjean, and his decade long run from the police. This blockbuster drama depicts a story of “compassion and destruction.” This brilliant rendition of Les Miserables includes the classic songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Stars,” “Bring Him Home,” “Do You…

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Congratulations to Delray Beach! This week, the charming seaside city has been earning acclamation after acclamation. In the past few days Delray Beach has been named “America’s Happiest Seaside Town” according to Coastal Living Magazine and they scored a spot on Thrillist’s list of “Top 10 Most Popular Beaches” in Florida.

Editors of Coastal Living Magazine described Delray Beach as, “Fun-loving and unpretentious, this city of 61,000 with a village feel- from the tiny boutiques and cafes to its high-rise-free beachfront dotted with well-preserved cottages.”

Delray Beach is one of the happiest places to live in the nation and it earned its name against some strong competitors. One of the other seaside cities in Florida that was up for the running was…

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Coming to Palm Beach this weekend is the 12th Annual Palm Beach Fine Craft Show. This incredible show is ideal for those who appreciate high quality and original art. The Palm Beach Fine Craft Show is an impressive and one-of-a-kind showcase of American contemporary art and design, presenting masterful work, beautifully showcased in an elegant indoor setting in the heart of Palm Beach County.

The Palm Beach Fine Craft Show is “professionally juried” guaranteeing only the highest level of distinction and originality in the work presented. Every piece is designed and made in artists' studios across America.

It’s the last big event of the Palm Beach art show season and surely not one you will want to miss! For additional information about this event, check out…

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 Starbucks Delvery

Starbucks is taking the next big step into optimizing your coffee experience. Coffee culture is their gig and they certainly know how to do it right. 2015 will be a new year of great additions to their menus and their amenities. 

Now you will be able to order your favorite pastry and coffee drink from your smart phone and have it delivered to your home or office. Starbucks Corp. plans to add delivery to certain locations in 2015 for a trial. The company is saying this move will “help combat declining traffic, as consumers shift to online shopping.” Howard Schultz, Starbucks’ chairman, president and chief executive office has big dreams for delivery. Schultz believes Starbucks’ delivery will capture “smartphone-tethered” customers by bringing the…

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Native Visions Gallery

Come out to Native Visions at Harbourside Place in Jupiter this Saturday to meet world-renowned artists from Africa! Artists David Landmead, Jaco Van Schalkwyk and Mopho Gonde are coming to Jupiter’s Harbourside Place to personally present their latest gallery show named “The Great Zambezi- Mana Magic.” 

These incredibly talented artists will describe how they got their inspiration and the story behind their travels. The gallery, The Great Zambezi- Mana Magic, features works in paint mediums and sculpture. The group of artists spent time in one of the greatest wildlife parks in the world, the Mana Pools in Zimbabwe. Their 2013 safari to the Mana Pools filled their hearts and minds with ideas and the ability to capture such beautiful sights in the…

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Housing Market Growth

The U.S. housing market continues to recover even with a slight dip in housing stars (i.e. new home construction). Due to a strengthening economy and gains in the job market, the housing market has been positively affected and continues to strengthen. 

However, in 2014 we saw an overall increase of 19% in housing start ups and as of January 2015 that number has fallen. “U.S. housing starts fell 2% in January from a month earlier to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.065 million,” the Commerce Department said Wednesday, February 18. This dip reflects a decline in new construction of single-family homes. This decrease reflects solely on new construction of single-family homes NOT apartment complexes. Nor does the dip affect the market for already…

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infographic-research-2014-job-growth-02-05-2015_1139 Infographic: National Association of Realtors   2015 is full steam ahead with positive market trends in more than one market! Well into February and 2015 is continuing to show signs of a healthier economy in the United States. “Existing-home sales are forecasted to rise about 7% in 2015 behind a strengthening economy, due to solid job gains and a healthy increase in home prices,” according to National Association of Realtors’ Chief Economist, Lawrence Yun.

As the American economy continues to improve and job gains accelerate the ripple effect onto markets such the housing market, especially in home sales. Last year across the nation, 2.95 million new jobs were added to the American economy. Many larger, metro markets (around cities) show the…

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ArtiGras 2015

Coming to Jupiter, Florida this weekend is the famed and beloved art festival, ArtiGras. February 14-16 the Abacoa Town Center will be bustling with gorgeous art, live music, craft beers, hand squeeze lemonade and tons of happy patrons. 

Perfect for adults and kids alike, ArtiGras features a wide variety of different artisans displaying their talents. You will see beautiful scenic paintings, sculptures, woodcrafts, home décor items, jewelry and more. There are also great events for kids to create their own crafts and even sell them! The weather forecast for this weekend is looking perfect with clear, sunny skies and a high of 65 degrees, the three-day festival will be an absolute hit. 

ArtiGras got its start at the North Palm Beach Country Club and…

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