There’s a lot going on in Wellington over the holidays this year. Here are a few events you might enjoy.

Family Fun Day

The Lakeside Family Fun Day is set to happen on Saturday, Dec. 15 on Lake Wellington, located behind the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). The event will feature a variety of free activities for the entire family to enjoy between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., including kayaking, paddle boarding, a bounce house, a rock wall, glitter tattoos, lawn games, fishing, Plaster Time Crafts and more. Try goat yoga between 9 a.m. and noon and take photos with Santa between 10 a.m. and noon. 

Holiday Boat Parade

At Wellington’s Holiday Boat Parade, you can watch as local residents and boating enthusiasts light…

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The Sunset Tour offers an inside look at the inner workings of the Jupiter Lighthouse. It is a great place, and a perfect time of year, to take in the spectacular sunset views and witness the Jupiter Light turning on to illuminate the night sky.

The Jupiter Lighthouse, or “Jupiter Inlet Light,” is a beloved South Florida landmark located in Jupiter, on the north side of the Inlet. The site was chosen in 1853 (it was completed in 1860) because it sits between the Cape Canaveral and Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouses.

The Jupiter Lighthouse stands at 108 feet tall and was designed and built by George Meade. There’s a lot to do at the lighthouse and although the light is still actively used to help boaters navigate the waters of the Jupiter Inlet, it is also…

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There will be a guided nature walk at Jonathan Dickinson State Park this Friday from 2 – 3:30pm. The tour will be suitable for anyone who is at least moderately physically fit and able to hike through the scrubby flatwoods and river floodplain for around 90-minutes. The walk may go through muddy or wet terrain.

  • $6 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle.

  • $4 Single-occupant vehicle or motorcycle.

  • $2 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in the vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.

About Jonathan Dickinson State Park

Located just south of Stuart, Jonathan Dickinson State Park teems with wildlife in 13 natural communities, including sand pine scrub, pine flatwoods, mangroves, and…

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There’s a lot to do in South Florida over the holidays, here are a few events that you’ll not want to miss.

Christmas With The Chimps

Lion Country Safari is a cageless zoo experience in West Palm Beach. On December 20 the zoo will showcase its annual "Christmas with the Chimps" event at 10:30 a.m. It’s the only time of year that guests are able to get out of their vehicles and observe the chimps as they receive special Christmas gifts from Santa Claus. Aside from the chimpanzees, Lion Country Safari will have all its usual exhibits open including zebras, rhinoceroses, giraffes, impalas, lions, and other African animals. After the drive-through excursion, patrons spend the afternoon enjoying the themed rides, feeding the giraffes, and touring the…

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The Delray Beach Jingle Bell Jog 5K is an annual running event that champions all things associated with the festive winter holidays. Jingle Bells, Santa, Mistletoe, Egg Nog, Reindeer, Elves! Most events give out a shirt with your entry; not this event! All participants will receive a Santa Suit costume! You will also receive a pair of Jingle Bells to tie to your running shoes! The sights and sounds of running Santas will take over Delray Beach! All finishers will be treated with a Holiday themed medal!

  • Event Date: Saturday, December 15, 2018

  • Location: Anchor Park, 340 South Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach, FL 33483

  • 5K Start Time: 7:30am

  • Little Elf Dashes: 8:30am

All participants will need to pick up their race bibs…

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The Historic Old Northwood's 31st Annual Candlelight Holiday Home Tour will be held on Sunday, December 16 from 5pm - 9pm. Tickets are the same price as last year $35.00. Check-in is located at 3510 Spruce Ave, WPB FL 33407 starting at 3:30pm.

The Candlelight Home Tour is an annual event that began thirty years ago and draws over 1,400 people to visit the historic homes in this unique neighborhood and share wine and conversation with friends and neighbors. The Old Northwood District includes homes in the Mission, Mediterranean Revival, Frame and Mid-Century Vernacular styles, designed in the 1920s by leading architects.

The Taste of Northwood Experience will take you on a guided walking tour of Northwood Village along the way your guide will…

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Head to the Historic Dubois Home to hear the history of one of Jupiter’s pioneering families and to explore the park, which is one of Palm Beach County's hidden gems.

Not only is DuBois one of most beautiful parks in Palm Beach County, but it has also been the site of several archeological digs which have found artifacts as old as 6,000 years. Everyone is invited regardless of age and physical abilities

We suggest you wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle!

When: Thursday, December 13 from 9am – 10am.

Where: DuBois Park at the Jupiter Inlet.

Cost: Walk And Talk Event At Dubois Park is free!

Check-in will be at the bottom of the stairs of the DuBois Pioneer Home. The guided tour will begin at the top of the stairs of the DuBois…

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Every Friday, enjoy a FREE concert at the Pavilion at Old School Square. With a variety of entertainment options throughout the series, this is a fun Friday event for everyone in Downtown Delray. Bring Your Own Chair!

When: Friday, October 5, 2018 to Thursday, January 31, 2019 7:30pm - 10:30pm

Where: Pavilion At Old School Square 51 N Swinton Ave. Delray Beach, FL 33483

Tonight you can see “Jaded” an Areosmith Tribute band. Jaded began one day in early February 2015 in Ft. Lauderdale Florida as a bright idea by Guitarist Pete Lauria (Brad Whitford) after noticing that his MAINSTREET BAND singer and fellow transplanted Bostonian Tommy Braga really loved imitating Steven Tyler during their shows. Pete enlisted John Aubrey, a former Guitarist from…

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The Annual Grand Tasting is a great place to eat, drink and socialize. This year the walk-around event will take place at a new location, the Palm Beach Convention Center.

With the change in venues, there will be more entrees, desserts, wines, and spirits than ever.

Some things, however, will stay the same. For example, the annual Grand Chef Throwdown will once again be hosted by Mo & Sally and Jay Cashmere. In the "Throwdown" three local chefs will compete for $10,000 charity-based prize.

  • Smart Casual Attire

  • Indoor

  • 21 Years of Age or Older

  • Price: $85 per-person

  • When: 02:00PM to 06:00PM - December 16, 2018

  • Where: Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

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There’s a lot going on in South Florida this weekend, here a few fun things for those of you who live in the Palm Beaches.

Gardens Of Lights

Thousands of lights illuminating foliage around the garden. The Gardens Of Lights presentation was installed by the same company that produces Admirals Cove, and Las Olas's displays. 

This is the first time the garden history it has been open at night.  Since the garden in the flight path of Palm Beach International Airport organizers had to work with them and PBSO to make sure the lights weren't distracting to pilots.

  • Mounts Botanical Garden

  • 531 N Military Trl.

  • West Palm Beach, FL 33415

  • Tickets are $10 - adults | $5 – children

JTAA Holiday Parade

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