The State Park is located just 5 miles north of Jupiter in Martin County between Tequesta and Hobe Sound. The park got its name after a Quaker merchant named Jonathan Dickinson wrecked his boat off Florida’s coast in 1696.

During the second World War, the park serves as an army base and home to Camp Murphy, an army base for the Southern Signal Corps School. Today, you can still see the barracks throughout the park. Following the war, the property was transferred back to the State of Florida from the Government in 1947 to be used as a State Park. Johnathan Dickinson State Park officially opened to the public in 1950.

Today, the Jonathan Dickinson State Park features a variety of natural habitats, river swamps, wildlife, hiking and biking trails, mangroves,…

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Head to Downtown Abacoa this Saturday night for the Final Summer Concert Series Concert at the Abacoa Amphitheater.

The band that will be performing for the night is, Crystal Visions of Fleetwood Mac and they will be performing some the Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits. Songs include “Go Your Own Way”, “Landslide”, “Don’t Stop”, “The Chain”, “Oh Well” and much more.

The concert begins this Saturday, September 21st at 7:30 pm until 10:30 pm at the Abacoa Amphitheater. The weather for this Saturday is expected to be in the low 80’s, perfect outdoor concert weather.

Before seeing the concert come and spend the night shopping and dining at some of Abacoa Town Center’s best restaurants and shops. Some of the restaurants include Aaron’s Table and Wine Bar, Civil…

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Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Latin Music Festival on Saturday, September 21, 2019 from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. at the Miramar Amphitheater. It is located in Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar (about an hour south of the Town of Jupiter). Appreciate pulsating performances, lectures, and family activities that celebrate our nation's rich and diverse cultural heritage and history.

Each year, Americans, as well as South Florida residents observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America and the Caribbean.

The observation started in 1968 as…

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With the summer season behind us, what better way to celebrate than an End of the Summer Festival this weekend.

The ChaseN’Tailz KDW Fishing Tournment is hosting an End of the Summer Festival this Saturday in Jupiter. The free family event is taking place at Harbourside Place from 2 pm to 6 pm.

The event will include everything from waterslides, shopping from local vendors, snow cones, beat the bucket, your change to meet Baby Shark and much more.


The Chasen’Tailz is an organization aimed to help improve the lives of sick children and their families by helping to provide financial and emotional assistance. Every year the organization hosts a Fishing Tournament and this year the tournament is this Thursday, September 19th.

Harbourside Place in…

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Jupiter, Florida is a town full of beautiful beaches, great shopping and restaurants, waterways for boating and kayaking, highly rated schools, luxurious amenities, plenty of activities and an easy-going lifestyle. The town is located in northern Palm Beach County and has been ranked #12 “Best Beach Town in America” in 2018 and #9 “Happiest Seaside Town in America” in 2012.

Whether you just in town for a few days or have guests visiting, here are some of Jupiter’s greatest hotels.

Jupiter Beach Resort:
Located right on the ocean, the award-winning hotel offers 169 rooms and suites, oceanfront dining, a modern fitness center, heated pools, business center, beach services, poolside bar and an award-winning Spa to name a few. The hotel offers hotel deals and…

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Paddle boarding is becoming an extremely popular water sport activity that provides a great exercise and builds strength and balance.

Paddle boards can be used for many different recreational purposes in addition to getting in a good workout. A paddle board is a long narrow board that glides across the water, similar to a surfboard in design. While standing, sitting or kneeling in the middle of the board, a person uses oars to skim across the water. A paddle board can also be used by laying on the board and using your arms as a paddle.

Paddle boards can be used for many different recreational purposes in addition to getting in a good workout. There are also many health benefits of using a paddle board. Some of the health benefits include improving…

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This Friday night, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center is hosting their reoccurring popular Sea Turtle Sleepover event.

The Sleepover over is an exclusive overnight event that includes the ultimate slumber party, a tour of the outdoor sea turtle hospital, snacks, movie time, pizza, and activities for aspiring scientists. The Sea Turtle Sleepover is aimed for children ages 8 through 12 years old.

The event begins at 7 pm on Friday, September 20th and the cost is $65 dollars per child. The cost also includes pizza and snacks. The sleepover is a drop off event, but parents and chaperones are welcomed to stay over and participate in all the events throughout the night.

You are allowed to bring your own snacks and drinks for the evening, but you are asked to…

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This Saturday, September 21st is International Coastal Clean Up day around the world. International Coastal Clean Up Day is the world’s largest event where volunteers come together to help clean up our beaches and help to protect marine life. The event happens every year and volunteers from over 100 countries head to their local beaches and coastline to show their support for a cleaner ocean.

Here are some Clean Up events going on this Saturday in Palm Beach County. If you wish to volunteer, you can pre-register by contacting the coordinator listed for each clean up location. You can also call Keep Palm Beach County Beautiful at 561-686-6646 or email them at info@keepPBCbeautiful.org for more on how to register.

Jupiter:
Where: Carlin Park (400 S. A1A)
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Yoga is a great activity for your body. It helps with strength, flexibility and mind-awareness. If done daily, Yoga can help tone your body and muscles, increase energy, breathe better, improve posture, reduce stress and much more.

In Palm Beach County, there are plenty of Yoga studios and events for you to try. All levels of Yoga are welcomed to attend any of the activities listed below.

Twilight Yoga at the Light: Occurs every Monday at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum. The class takes place on the lighthouse deck while the sun is setting over the water and the Jupiter Inlet. The class is $10 dollars and all levels of yoga are welcomed to attend. To find the next class, click here to view their calendar.

Paddleboard Yoga: Come and experience the…

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Every weekend in Palm Beach County there are a few Green Markets to purchase baked goods, local crafts, fresh flowers, fresh produce, homemade items and much more. The markets are brought together by the local cities and towns to help support our local growers and farmers. The Green Markets occur rain or shine.

Here are some Green Markets going on this Sunday, September 15th in our area.

Jupiter

Jupiter Waterfront Market at Harbourside Place: Come and stroll along Dockside Circle and the intracoastal this Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm. The market is free to attend, and pets are welcomed to come and shop for some local goods and fresh produce.

Palm Beach Gardens

The Gardens Green Market at STORE:  The Green Market has moved both indoors and outdoors for the…

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