The American Cancer Society has announced that professional golfer Jack Nicklaus, known as the “Golden Bear”, will be hosting the organization’s 50th Annual 19th Hole Club fundraiser this November.

The American Cancer Society’s 19th Hole Club was founded 50 years ago by Nicklaus, Bob Hope, and Perry Como to help raise crucial funds to fight cancer.

Since its inaugural event in 1968, more than 80 PGA and LPGA TOUR players have hosted the affair. It has since evolved from an exhibition match in the 1960s, to a luncheon and golf clinic in the 1980s, to what is not a social soiree with an open bar, refined chef-prepared food, a glow-in-the-dark putting contest, a chipping contest, and a silent auction.

For more than 100 years, the American Cancer…

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If you enjoy painting and appreciate ice cold beer, a “paint and pint” night with Art on the Go at Dixie Bar and Grill, 5101 South Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, is for you.  Art on the Go is a fun night out with friends or an interesting twist on a perfect date night.

Art on the Go has professional art instructors head over to the local brewery and the painting is taught step by step. Monet, Renoir, and Picasso’s need not apply.  No artistic ability is required on your end. Just relax and enjoy. At the end of the night you take your masterpiece with you!

This evening will feature painting wood cut outs of cute holiday decor. Choose from either the Florida Snowman or the Christmas Dachshund.  Both are 14" wood cut outs- limited amount of each…

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The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute of Palm Beach has announced that Grammy Award-nominated singer, songwriter, and actor Josh Groban will be performing at the organization’s 2019 Discovery Celebration.

Marking its 28th year, the event will feature an elegant evening of dinner, excitement, and Groban’s anticipated performance. Previous headliners include Jennifer Hudson, James Taylor, Kristen Chenoweth, and David Foster.

With active involvement from devoted volunteers, Dana-Farber offers a series of fundraising events every year from October to March to support state-of-the-art cancer patient care and cutting-edge research.

The 28th Annual Discovery Celebration will take place on Saturday, February 9th 2019 at the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach…

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 The 16th annual Feast of Little Italy Abacoa brings a sensational, three-day-long celebration of exciting internationally respected Italian and Italian-American performers to its entertainment stage.  This deliciously social event is bursting with authentic Italian food, art, music, tradition, family fun and gelato!

The Feast of Little Italy is a 3-day cultural community celebration in Abacoa, Jupiter. The festival has grown over 16 years and has ended up being a great, big Italian street festival. There will be bocce, cooking demonstrations, wine seminars, festival rides, and a street paining competition. Plenty of live entertainment, delicious food and drinks, as well as gelato fun! 

The Feast of Little Italy started several years ago with an…

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LagoonFest spotlights one of the most scenic waterways in the Palm Beaches. With over 47  miles of unspoiled coastline to explore in Palm Beach County this is an entertaining way to learn why it is.  Slow things down on a kayak or stand-up paddleboard in the calm coastal inlets or in the intracoastal waterways. The Lake Worth Lagoon is Palm Beach County’s largest and one of the most beautiful estuaries.

Productive ecosystems, such as the Lake Worth Lagoon, are known as estuaries. These partially surrounded bodies of water are where fresh water and saltwater meet to form nutrient-rich marshes, mangroves and lagoons. Estuaries are indispensable environments for newborn species of fish, crustaceans and some birds. 

More than 65 eco-themed exhibitors…

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The arts in Palm Beach County continue to grow and prosper. One of the exuberant expressions of the arts in the area is Young Friends of Palm Beach Symphony. The Young Friends Mission Statement is "To engage, educate, and entertain the greater community of the Palm Beaches through live performances of inspiring orchestral music."

Young Friends of Palm Beach Symphony are kicking off another sensational season of charity and service providing the gift of music to children in the community.  It is strongly felt in the Young Friends of Palm Beach Symphony through the experience of a live symphony orchestra. Children are not only receiving musical education, but they are also building a foundation for the appreciation and respect of music and the arts in…

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It’s November, and this month is usually associated with the holidays and cooler wintery weather however it is also National Diabetes Awareness Month.  Did you know those diagnosed have face challenges daily?  Diabetes can affect every decision – what to eat, wear, do and other decisions about how they'll take care of themselves. Yet the 24/7 burden of diabetes management is often misunderstood. National Diabetes Month is observed every November so individuals, health care professionals, and communities across the country can bring attention to this chronic illness and its impact on millions.

Diabetes is one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States. It can cause blindness, nerve damage, kidney disease, and other health…

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Cuban immigration has greatly influenced South Florida.  Present day Miami, and a lot southeast Florida reflects a rich multicultural hub of various traditions, foods and culture. 

The first wave of immigrants occurred after the Cuban Revolution of 1959 led by Fidel Castro. Many political refugees came with the idea that the new government would not last long, and their stay in the U.S. was temporary. Homes, cars, and other properties in Cuba were left behind until the government fell. Castro promptly stopped this exodus with the confiscation of all properties belonging to anyone leaving the country.

The blending of cultures is reflected in local areas cafes and restaurants with tastes of Cuba. Of course, one of the best ways to get to the heart…

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On Sunday, November 4th 2018, over 2,000 veterans and supporters will march in the largest Veterans Day Parade in Palm Beach County.

“Our hometown Veterans Day Parade is a perfect way for the entire community to take a time out and come together to show respect and appreciation for the men and women who have given and continue to give their all to insure the freedoms we enjoy as citizens of the United States of America,” said Ron Bailey, Parade Co-Chair & Vietnam Veteran.

Held for the past 11 years in downtown West Palm Beach, the parade will begin at 2 pm at Rosemary and Clematis Street and will travel east to end at Flagler Drive. While the entire route has prime spots for viewing, the best can be found at the corner of Clematis and Dixie where MC…

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What’s better than a golden retriever? 100 golden retrievers playing on a Jupiter beach and a golden retriever parade.

Pictured on the right are litter mates and AKC Champions "Brody", "Yeager", and "Doak", provided by Jupiter Farms resident Bryan Amadio.

If you have one (or two or three) of these flaxen furballs, it’s that time of year in Jupiter to meet distant cousins and frolic with familiar friends at the 2018 Jupiter Golden Jubilee!

The event will kick-off on November 3rd at 10 am at mile marker #27 at Jupiter’s Dog Beach for a “Blessing of the Pups” and photos. After the announcements and blessings, the pups will have a chance to socialize and play on the beach.

At 4:30 pm,  Pucci and Catana at Harbourside Place will host an auction,…

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