As beautiful as Palm Beach County is, being trapped in the home because of Covid-19 can feel wearied and stifling. Filling your home with plants has many benefits. They can enhance mood and lower anxiety, improve air quality, and increase productivity, among other things. Plants add a certain amount of life to a room you might otherwise feel pretty stale about.

“It’s true that NASA had a very controlled and confined area for that space station experiment, but did you know they also did a similar experiment with a BioHome that was 45 feet by 16 feet."  Quoting the BioHome study, “Before the houseplants were added... anyone entering the newly constructed facility would experience burning eyes and respiratory difficulties, two of the most common…

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The Society of the Four Arts, Esther B. O'Keeffe Gallery, 102 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach, is presenting “In God We Trust: Early Bible Printings” from the David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection. It is an extraordinary exhibition of historic American Bibles and religious texts, many of which have rarely been displayed. The exhibit is currently running through Sunday, February 28, 2021. 

Visitors to the exhibition will also enjoy listening to music from one of the books. This is hymn music, recorded by students from Palm Beach Atlantic University’s School of Music & Fine Arts, from the first American book of music printed from type.

The exhibition features 18 books from the Americana Collection of Rubenstein, prominent American businessman and…

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The 31st Annual Downtown Stuart Art Festival will not disappoint. Over the years, this Stuart festival has established itself as one of the leading art fairs in Martin County. The festival is set up on Osceola Street in Downtown Stuart and proceeds from the Art Festival benefit the Stuart Main Street program.

Downtown Stuart will be transformed into a spectacular art festival. The booths will be filled with every medium of fine art – photography, painting, sculpture, woodwork, glass and more. With over 70 gift shops, restaurants, and clothing stores, this quaint downtown area is frequented by residents and visitors alike who enjoy a small-town feeling with all the comforts of a city. The festival completes a day of shopping, eating, and growing in…

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Palm Beach Opera’s first-ever outdoor festival, February 19 – 27, 2021, features a star-studded cast of live performances. See performances of iconic operas such as: La Bohème, Pagliacci, and Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute) at the South Florida Fairgrounds’ iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre, located at 601-7 Sansbury Way, West Palm Beach.

The performances will feature international opera performers as well as the Palm Beach Opera Orchestra and Chorus. All performances will feature socially distanced singers, orchestra, and chorus members, as well as large screens to display close-ups of the performance. A wide range of different cuisines and beverages purchased at the amphitheater throughout the event.  

The festival schedule includes live,…

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In South Florida during the 1950’s through 1980’s, 26 self-taught African American artists grew to be known as The Highwaymen. GardensArt in Palm Beach Gardens is hosting an exhibit by The Highwaymen.  The exhibit will run through March 4, 2021.  They spent their weekends selling their artwork out of their cars because during segregation, African American artists were not permitted to sell their artwork in galleries.

As an additional source of income for those who might otherwise be working in citrus groves or packinghouses, these artists painted.  Unable to get canvas, these artists painted the oil paintings on old construction supplies, like Upson board. Upson board was an affordable fiberboard comprised of recycled wood.

The scenes the…

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The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum located at 129 East Ocean Avenue in Boynton Beach has been established to encourage families to learn the history of Boynton Beach and Palm Beach County.  The mission of the museum and interactive learning center features hands-on, interactive exhibits about history, maritime history, marine life, local   history, period home, general store, and school life displays. The “exhibits provide an interactive glimpse of life for early Florida Pioneers – before the days of computers, cell phones, televisions or even cars."

Revisit the old Florida railroad with your children. “All Aboard,” pick up passengers, and hop onboard the Orange Blossom Express for a ride back in time to the days of the early South Florida railway…

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Experience an hour of mindful mental silence and seek inner calm with veteran meditation expert Steve Wollenberger.  Steve is the leader of thePalm Beach/Martin County Meditation Group and experienced practitioner of Sahaja Meditation.  The Zoom guided meditation is presented on Mondays at 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Sahaja meditation is a simple, time-honored technique. It helps reduce stress and increase wellness. It brings better focus and helps people become more centered and better balanced.

The Jupiter area group came together to learn a simple, very effective meditation practice and who would like to meditate together. The meditation is known as Sahaja Meditation. It is very easy to learn and practice, and yet extremely effective in reducing…

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Nestled in the heart of the charming equestrian community of Jupiter Farms is Taylor Farmhouse Café.  The quaint restaurant in the Jupiter Farms neighborhood offers seasonal innovative American fare.  Masterpiece favorites are taken to the next level, and innovative dishes with homemade sauces and dressings will please the palette.

Chef Christopher Taylor and his wife, Elizabeth, have been serving their exceptional home-grown offerings to the Jupiter/Tequesta area.  Chef Christopher uses only the highest quality seasonal and locally sourced produce, and all-natural meats with no steroids, hormones, or antibiotics—ever.   

Bring family and friends to Taylor Farmhouse Cafe for memorable meals, gatherings, and celebrations.  You are invited to…

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The Mandel Public Library is located at 411 Clematis Street in West Palm Beach. If your child is grappling in school or just needs a little assistance to stay on track with their homework, the Mandel Public Library is willing to help. The library has brought in certified teachers, from Monday to Thursday for in person tutoring to assist your child with their schoolwork, ranging from basic homework needs to school projects or giving advice.

Mandel Library Homework Help Center help will be offered for kids grades K-5, Monday through Thursday from 4:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays in the “Children’s Space” on the 3rd floor of the library. Teens will be offered the same opportunity for help from 5:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.…

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 Galley is unique restaurant in West Palm Beach offering a decadent special for the Valentine’s Day holiday. Gallery, is located 2 miles from Palm Beach and just across the street from Rosemary Square, featuring daring flavors and wood-fire master grill.  Pair that with a curated contemporary art collection it provides the ultimate sensory experience. The artful design flows beyond the dining room and into the kitchen with a mosaic-tiled area which opens to an open-air oasis and spacious fire pit.  As a Surfrider Foundation Ocean Friendly Restaurant, Galley is dedicated to sustainably serving you.

Galley at Hilton West Palm Beach features interactive dining and custom cocktails creating a dining experience unlike any other.  For Valentine’s Day…

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