Flowers behave differently depending on the season, sun exposure, and type of soil. Living in Palm Beach County the flowers in the garden or on the deck must be heat tolerant. There are many flowers that cannot be grown in locations that have brutally hot summer months or those that do not receive much water.  You need to equip yourself with the right information on what flowers are best for your garden. There are flowers that thrive well in full sun, while others will only work well in shades or just light. Others will do well in winter than they will in summer.

Furthermore, it is important to note that some flowers have a longer lifespan than others. Perennial flowers can stay strong and healthy for up to two years. This will stretch your garden…

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The Palm Beach County summer heat takes a toll on the skin. Anushka Spa and Salon Cosmedica are offering a spectacular end-of-summer special! The beauty spa is located at The Square (formerly Rosemary Square) at 701 South Rosemary Venue in West Palm Beach. Self-love is a practice that gives our lives the meaning and depth needed to remain healthy. 

Treating yourself to a day spa is an expression of self-love. Self-love is a state of appreciation for oneself that is cultivated through our thoughts and actions. Learning to nurture ourselves is critical to a healthy lifestyle 

Look for other special discounts like the “IS Clinical Fire & Ice Facial and Himalayan Salt Stone Massage” through August 31, 2022. This special is 40% off. Regularly $324 on…

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Meander around the eclectic mix of specialty shops, restaurants, art galleries, and unique music venues along two main streets, Lake Avenue and Lucerne Avenue. The revitalized downtown of Lake Worth has unique treasures worth discovering. Lake Worth is a coastal city of seven square miles, located in Palm Beach County. Downtown Lake Worth is the artistic soul of Palm Beach County with a historic theater and a museum, live music clubs, coffee houses, art galleries, antique malls, retail stores, and eateries.

Lake Worth’s City Hall is a declaration for the rainbow coalition. The murals around town on various sides of buildings are colorful and range from wildlife, dogs, ocean, and political statements. The tasteful murals are without graffiti. There…

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Resource Depot in West Palm Beach offers recycled items at discount prices. It is a fantastic place for teachers, artists, and other crafty shoppers who appreciate a deal. The Resource Depot, located at 2508 Florida Avenue, in West Palm Beach is a superb shop to check out. The Depot sells excess supplies and an eclectic array of items at discount prices.

Resource Depot centers on reusing and repurposing random items donated by businesses and individuals. Artists, educators, and families often pick up assorted items for art projects. Some items are unopened and in packages. Cleaning out closets…donate unused supplies, or slightly used items. 

For over 20 years, Resource Depot's center for creative reuse has turned waste into artistic wonder by…

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You have an opportunity to walk on a spiral staircase with 105 steps to the top of the red structure for a panoramic vantage point of Jupiter waterways and vistas. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is a 108-foot historical landmark on a riverfront site with historical displays and natural features.

Operated by the nonprofit Loxahatchee River Historical Society, the waterfront lighthouse, and grounds exhibits feature over 5,000 years of regional history.

In addition to offering climbing tours of the landmark 1860 lighthouse, it is the site of the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area, National Conservation Lands.

The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is also a historical museum. There is a Pier overlooking the Loxahatchee River, an Old Florida…

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Palm Beach County offers some fantastic fresh farmers/green markets. These markets are super popular and as more people become more concerned with health, environmental issues, and how the way they spend their money can affect the planet they will grow even more popular. Here are three of our favorite farmers/green markets in the area!

Artisan Market and Farmers' Market at Mizner Park The Artisan Market is each Friday at the South end of the center from 4 P.M. to 9 P.M. and the Farmers' market is from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. every Sunday. Both markets are held at 327 Plaza Real in Boca Raton.

Gardens Greenmarket The Gardens GreenMarket is open each Sunday from 8 A.M. to 1 P.M. at the City Hall Municipal Campus in Palm Beach Gardens.

Waterfront…

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Enjoy a back-to-school fashion show at The Mall At Wellington Green on July 30, 2022. The Mall at Wellington Green is located at 10300 West Forest Hill Boulevard in Wellington. The shopping center is a 1.2-million-square-foot, two-level regional shopping destination featuring more than 160 stores.

Join in a day of fabulous classroom fashion at the Mall at Wellington Green. On Saturday, July 30 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Grab trendy, fashion find and tax-free deals for the family. Returning to school students can find stylish trends while parents’ cash in on wallet-friendly retail savings during the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday running now through Aug. 7, 2022.

The family activities will include a high energy fashion show, dance, and musical…

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The Downtown area of Lake Worth has been fabulously refurbished and it is a unique treasure worth discovering. Along the two main streets of Lake Avenue and Lucerne Avenue is a melody of shops and eateries. Roam about the diverse assortment of art galleries, specialty shops, restaurants, and distinctive music venues. 

Lake Worth’s City Hall is a declaration for the rainbow coalition. The murals around town on various sides of buildings are colorful and range from wildlife, dogs, ocean, and political statements. The tasteful murals are without graffiti. There are also many eclectic and vintage shops in downtown Lake Worth.

Add a tour of the "Inside the Cottages Home Tour" where you can check out more than ten quirky little cottages. You will also…

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The first line of defense against the Palm Beach County summer sun should be sunscreen. However, consuming tomatoes may provide further protection. From late June to September, tomatoes are at their peak. Pick up some ripe vine tomatoes from any of the local farmer's markets. Did you know that tomatoes contain lycopene? 

Lycopene is abundant in very red tomatoes and offers a long list of health benefits, including sun protection, reduced vascular aging, and helping prevent heart disease, stroke, and memory loss. Lycopene in tomatoes becomes more available when cooked, allowing you to absorb more of this super-nutrient. Tomatoes also contain potassium, an electrolyte that can help muscle contraction, heart function, and water balance regulation.

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The Royal Poinciana Plaza, located at 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Suite 320, in Palm Beach, is hosting Sommelier Saturdays with the Virginia Philip Wine Spirits and Academy. Sommelier Saturdays are offered every Saturday with tasting slots available at: 11:30 A.M., 1:00 P.M., 2:30 P.M. and 5:00 P.M.

Virginia Philip is an internationally renowned Master Sommelier and pioneer in the wine industry. She became just the 11th woman in the world to earn Master Sommelier accreditation in 2002. Virginia has been named “Best Sommelier USA” to an honoree for the inaugural Women in Wine & Spirits Awards. Virginia acts as the Wine Director for The Breakers and holds a doctorate degree in Oenology. She also owns and operates her eponymous wine shop in The Royal…

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