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For most places, fall brings up conceptions of colorful autumn shades; on the other hand, here in South Florida we have to create our own fall ambiance. So, tis the season of October which has comes to this, the start of a slight change in seasons, outdoor and crafty activities and well of course, pumpkin flavored everything!

October is the first sign of breezy and cooler weather as the seasons turn into fall; it tends to be one of the best times of the year to do outdoor activities with friends and family. Fall is such a comfortable air to hit the beach for a game of beach volleyball, go for a bike ride down the scenic road beside the Atlantic Ocean or put the top down off your convertible and cruise with friends and family.

Every fall season…

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Loggerhead Marinelife Center, located in Juno Beach, Florida, is a non-profit learning and ocean protection facility on the Atlantic Ocean. The center creates a home for live sea turtles and other coastal sea creatures that are in need of aid or relief. The staff and volunteers comfort the sea patient and provide endless and devoted care such as providing medical treatments and surgical services.

A sea turtle patient, Nelson, was successfully released today, Wednesday, October 8, 2014. Nelson was a Loggerhead turtle that was found in the Riviera Beach intake canal on December 7, 2013. The loggerhead turtle had fresh gashes and potential shark bite injuries that needed aid and healing. Nelson received fluids, antibiotics and was prescribed injections of…

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Fascinated sky spectators may be able to view a tremendously erratic cosmic spectacle on Wednesday, October 8th, 2014. Early in the morning, observers can try to see the total lunar eclipse of the full moon and the climbing sun at the same phase of time!

For the duration of a lunar eclipse, the sun and the moon are precisely 180 degrees away from each other in the sky. Watching this scene is so amazing by being flawlessly united, it may seem impossible to the eye. But the earth’s atmosphere boosts up the sun and moon exceeding beyond the horizon allowing people to grasp the sight of the sun for a few more minutes and the moon for extra time too before it will set to start a fresh new day!

Observers have about 2 to 9 minutes, depending where you are…

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It is a historic street where people come to shop, dine, relax, and conduct business.  It extends for five blocks along the center of downtown West Palm Beach from the waterfront on Flagler Drive to Rosemary Avenue.  Eclectic and historic architecture draw many to Clematis Street with “the dining, retail and entertainment options for the startup businesses, small-tech companies, creative office industries, and artists that occupy the spaces above.”

Great Places in America by the American Planning Association, was launched in 2007.  The association is a program that celebrates places “of exemplary character, quality, and planning.  Places are selected annually and represent the gold standard in terms of having a true sense of place, cultural and…

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The current year of 2014, began being a good year for tagging dolphin then it quickly turned into an upright outstanding year! This is the second superlative year of dolphin tagging so far, due to the appearance of hefty numbers of dolphin off the Southeast Coast of Florida. Numerous marine anglers are working very hard in labeling fish to ensure the achievement of the Dolphinfish Research Program.

The 2014 tagging determination for each zone converses and compares to the historical average. There is news on the tag recoveries and offers vital information about the dolphin behavior in broad areas or zones.
According to Florida Sport Fishing magazine, “The total number of dolphin were tagged through August 31, 2014 is 1,771 fish. Anglers that were fishing…

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10.3.14 Fishing Report

Fishing should be a bit shaken up this weekend due to the first “cool” front of the season in South Florida.

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The west winds have divided up the dolphin fishing a tad as you may find decent size schools of dolphin up to 15 pounds from 11 to 13 miles offshore.  Trolling with ballyhoo or drifting with live mullet seems to always be excellent choices of bait to lure in the dolphin right now. Captains are predicting some sailfish action to be good this coming weekend with some possibly north wind in the forecast. Nearby on the edge, you will be able to discover some kingfish with occasional wahoo tagging along, by trolling around with a Bonita strip or spoon. With the perfect mix of current and water quality, snapper fishing are…

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Photo courtesy of Harbourside Place.

Spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway and live music are the focal point of the outdoor amphitheater located at Harbourside Place, 200 U.S. Highway One, Jupiter.  Lighting and sound system installations are scheduled to be completed at the end of this month.  The entertainment center “boasting a canopied stage, interactive fountains, lawn seating and acoustics that will make your heart melt.  It will serve as the meeting place for yoga on the waterfront, live music after work and family activities” according www.harboursideplace.com .  

Take a stroll through along Jupiter Riverwalk, rest on the lawn seats at the amphitheater and enjoy the view or breeze in and out of the shops and restaurants located…

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The famous Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum will be suffused with bright colorful pink and then purple lights for the month of October. To increase awareness of two separate causes, Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence against Women, there will be different colors ignited on the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum that represent each origin. 

Every year in October the nation promotes Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a movement to escalade the awareness of the disease. Although most of the nation’s society is aware of breast cancer and the importance of this cause, various people seem to overlook to take the important strides. As research still has an extensive way to go, scientists need our help! The Jupiter Lighthouse will be glowing in bright pink…

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The prominent lady angler KDW fishing event is right around the corner! The once a year Bluewater Babes Fishing Tournament begins this weekend on October 3rd and 4th at U-Tiki in Jupiter, FL. This South Florida fishing tournament and costume contest is purely devoted to raising awareness for our local breast and ovarian cancer patients that are in financial necessity. Bluewater Babes is so much more beyond fishing, bearing in mind the Bluewater Babes working group is essentially of women who are breast cancer survivors, have a family member with cancer or have been truly touched by someone affected. This is year will be better than ever with a  celebratory mix of categories such as boat ornamenting contest and water gun fights, team costume contests, best…

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Experience the spirit of Oktoberfest the second and third weekends of October.  Join the American German Club of the Palm Beaches located at 5111 Lantana Road, Lake Worth for authentic of bratwurst, schnitzel, leberkase, strudels, and so much more.  Allow your palate to sip imported and domestic beers, wines, schnapps, and liquors while enjoying authentic Oktoberfest bands straight from Germany.

This annual Bavarian “celebration of beer and good times” will be held on ten acres under the pavilion.  The American German Club of the Palm Beaches celebrates one of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations in the country!  They offer a carnival area on the grounds behind the pavilion with new rides for young and young-at-heart.  Wristbands for the kids are…

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