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THE PALM BEACH HOME SHOW FALL 2014…September 19-21, 2014

Visit the largest home improvement, design and remodeling show in Florida this weekend September 19 – 21, 2014 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center., 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach.  Get inspired for any home improvement tasks that you may have in mind at this show.  Hundreds of experts will be on hand to share ideas and examples of décor and outdoor spaces.  Remodeling windows, doors, or paint?  Shop and compare the latest options all under one roof.

Home remodeling is always something of interest for homeowners.   Money well spent on kitchens, bathrooms, expanding living spaces and energy efficient products generally are recouped in home value increases.  Consult qualified professionals for advice before embarking on any major…

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$1.00 an ACRE

A day late, actually, many years too late, but back in 1821 land in Jupiter was sold for just $1.00 an acre!     The same year, in which the great land of Florida became a formal state of the colonies, a landowner named Don Eusebio Gomez considered releasing acreage he owned.   In 1815, the King and Queen of Spain awarded him 12,000 acres in an area surrounding the Indian and Loxahatchee Rivers as well as a barrier island between the Jupiter Inlet and the St. Lucie Inlet.   The name given to this area was a word for the Roman mythology god “Jobe”.

The land was given to Gomez for his “services to the crown”.   He was a merchant/shipper and a defender of St. Augustine.  When Florida became a U.S. territory all of the Spanish Land Grants, and this was…

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NEVER FORGET 9/11

In memory of the lives lost. Never forget the heavy price which has been paid...September 11, 2001.

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HEALTH BENEFITS OF LIVING NEAR THE OCEAN…GOOD FOR BODY and SOUL

Living at or near the beach has actual health benefits resulting from being near the sea. The ocean covers 71% of the earth’s surface and holds 97% of the earth’s water; it plays an important role in all of our lives.  The ocean water and sea air is good for the body and the soul.  Did you ever wonder why you sleep so well after a day at the beach?  Here in South Florida we have miles of beautiful white sandy beaches to choose from like the beaches in the “Sailfish Capital of the World” Town of Stuart, “Friendly Seaside Jewel” Town of Jupiter, “World Renowned” Town of Palm Beach, or the “International Playground” Town of South Beach/Miami.

The sea air provides wonderful benefits.  When waves break on the shoreline, air particles break apart releasing…

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BRITISH AVIATORS used JUPITER RIVER for SEA PLANE TRAINING

 The U.S. Government requested that a group of visiting British aviators be accommodated at the local hotel, The Carlin House, and that a windsock be hoisted to the top of the flagpole during the winter of 1916/1917.  The intent of the visit was that the group consisting of three groups of three:  a pilot, copilot and mechanic along with a small seaplane practice advanced training maneuvers on the  Jupiter Inlet and Loxahatchee River.   The hotel was unable to accommodate the group, so they arranged to stay with Jupiter residents Mr. and Mrs. Walter Savage.   Mr. and Mrs. Savage were happy to accommodate!

The  3 small, single engine bi-winged seaplanes were marked Allied Planes of World War I; with traditional markings wide vertical red, white…

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THE SPORT OF KINGS in the PALM BEACHES

Horseracing has various forms, of which thoroughbred racing is the most popular and has been termed as “The Sport of Kings”.  Horses have remained a symbol of great wealth.  This has always been popular with the aristocrats and royalty of British society, thusly earning the title. Historically, records indicate that horseracing began as early as the days of Babylon, Syria, and Egypt.  Both chariot and mounted horses participated in the ancient Greek Olympics 648 B.C. Various types of racing have given rise to horse breeds that excel in specific disciplines of equestrian sports.

One equine sport, world-class international polo, is located in the heart of South Florida, just minutes from the exclusive Island of Palm Beach, The International Polo Club,…

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IN EARLY 1900’s JUPITER KIDS RODE A SCHOOLBUS BOAT

The population of the Jupiter area was 145. In 1905 Reverend Dr. Charles P. Jackson started an elementary school for the children of Neptune (Jupiter).  Neptune was the designation for the area and the post office along the Florida East Coast Railroad.   Lighthouse keeper, James Armour, opened the Jupiter Post Office during 1884.  After three years of inactivity, Mary Moore Carlin reopened the Post Office in 1887 at the Jupiter Lifesaving Station, where her husband, Charles Carlin was the keeper.

The good people of this area converted a lifeboat from the battleship U.S.S. Maine and it served as a “school bus” for the children.  Later a ferry service across the Loxahatchee River transported the children until a bridge replaced it in 1911 when a…

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FRIENDLIEST CITIES IN AMERICA

In this area, it is hard not to see a smiling face with the abundant natural beauty of beaches, waterways, and perpetual sunshine!  Ask anyone around here “What is the friendliest city in America?” and the response will probably be their hometown of Jupiter, Stuart, North Palm Beach, or a number of any of the nearby cities.

According to Conde Nast’s annual Reader’s Choice Survey for 2014 via The Palm Beach Post:

#10 friendliest city is Ashville, NC

# 9 friendliest city is Nashville, TN

# 8 friendliest city is Key West, FL

# 7 friendliest city is Jackson Hole, FL

# 6 friendliest city is Fort Worth, TX

# 5 friendliest city is New Orleans, LA

# 4 friendliest city is Telluride, CO

# 3 friendliest city is San Antonio, TX

# 2 friendliest…

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COOL INDOOR FUN - PALM BEACH SUMMER BEER FEST - AUGUST 9

The Palm Beach Summer Beer Fest takes place this SATURDAY, AUGUST 9, 2014 from 1pm to 5pm in the air conditioned comfort of the South Florida Fairgrounds boasting more than 150 craft beers. Come check it out in the humidity free indoor venue.

Sponsored by 103.1 WIRK Country radio, the beer bash includes the following participating breweries: Delray’s  Saltwater Brewery, Cigar City, Funky Buddha, New Belgium, Brooklyn Brewery, Abita, Ommegang, Terrapin, Holy Mackerel, Magic Hat, Newcastle, Guinness, SweetWater, Kona, Rooney’s, Duvel, Sierra Nevada, and many others.

Adding to the “sudsy vibe”, there will be a “king of the home brew” contest, a gaming area, a silent disco, and live music by Better Than Ezra, Ryan Kinder and County Line Road.

Plenty…

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WORLD ADULT KICKBALL ASSOCIATION

Want to re-experience your playground glory days? Remember kicking around the ball in the yard with all your friends. Join the fun and tie up your sneakers, WAKA Kickball & Social Sports are back in South Florida area.

The World Adult Kickball Association, WAKA, is one of the fastest growing community sports in America. WAKA brings kickball games and parties to the area. This is a great social sport if you are new to the South Florida and want to meet new friends. Full teams, small groups, and individuals are welcome! WAKA brings super fun and wacky kickball games (some are themed), parties and brings friends together into one national sports group and social club. There is no better time to get out and play around.
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