Nestled between Jupiter and Stuart, the city of Hobe Sound offers a wide array of beautiful beaches, parks, and championship-caliber golf courses. Lovely views along the Indian River, Loxahatchee River, and St. Lucie River provide a beautiful sparkling backdrop to many residential communities. Marine life, such as dolphins and manatees, are commonplace, with the area embracing wildlife at Jonathan Dickinson State Park, spanning 11,000 acres and housing over 140 species of birds.

What is Fire Fest? Fire Fest is a popular event to teach the community the crucial role of prescribed fire in protecting Florida’s native wildlife and plants.

Free family activities include: day and night fire demos, Smokey the Bear, Fire Trucks, Kid’s activities and prizes, live music, a spooky trail, marshmallow roasting and a whole lot more! There will also be some special activities that will require a small fee, such as: Interactive hayrides, swamp buggy trail rides and a giant obstacle course and toddler bounce house. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Tickets for the special events will go quickly, but you can purchase advanced tickets online.

Admission into Jonathan Dickinson State Park still applies. $6 per vehicle (up…

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October is a month full of fun, family fall-themed activities. Bring the kids and enjoy the Hobe Sound Hometown Festival, hosted by the GFWC Hobe Sound Woman’s Club.

The GFWC (General Federation of Women’s Clubs) was founded in 1890. It is an international women’s organization devoted to community improvement by boosting the lives of others through volunteer service. The club has more than 100,000 members in associated clubs in every state and over a dozen countries.

The festival is a free community event that will have entertainment, vendors, community information, a designated parking area for antique cars, a scarecrow building contest and the Sheriff Department BBQ unit. A great time for the entire family!

When: Sunday, October 13th from…

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Hobe Sound is a small unincorporated area located just north of Jupiter in Martin County. The small area is centrally located on Florida’s Atlantic Coast and has some of the most beautiful beaches, championship golf courses, parks, nature spots, schools and great shops and restaurants. In fact, Hobe Sound has the highest point above sea level in South Florida. Hobe Mountain located in the Jonathan Dickinson State Park is 86 feet above sea level.

Nestled along SE Dixie Highway and Bridge Road are some of the best local restaurants and shops and boutiques in the area. Some of the popular restaurants include Taste, The Courtyard Grill, and Harry and the Natives. Locals shops and boutiques along SE Dixie Highway include Juno Shoe Girl, Posh Pineapple, J.…

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The third Saturday of every month, dozens of Food Trucks roll into downtown Hobe Sound for a night of fun and gourmet food.

Join the giant outdoor picnic this Saturday, February 16th starting at 5 pm. All are welcomed to attend as the trucks line the street and the local shops and boutiques stay open late along SE Dixie Highway and SE Bridge Road for the event. Bring a chair and blanket to relax under the stars and enjoy great food, music by DJ Jef of DancenSound, entertainment, local vendors and much more.

The Food Trucks specialize in their own style of cuisine to make the perfect dish to stand out against the others. There will be a variety of food choices from some of the best food trucks in the area, featuring everything from tacos, pizza,…

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Think no pain and total relaxation with sensory deprivation a.k.a float therapy at Transitions Float Therapy located at 14141 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach.  This is a brand-new concept in relaxation and pain relief therapy through the concept of sensory deprivation.

A sensory deprivation tank, also called an isolation tank or flotation tank, is used for restricted environmental stimulation therapy (REST). It is a dark, soundproof tank that is filled with a foot or less of very dense salt water. The first tank was designed in 1954 by John C. Lilly, an American physician and neuroscientist. In the 1970s, viable float tanks were created and began being studied for probable health benefits. These days, finding a sensory deprivation tank is easy, with…

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Mark your calendars for the 3rd Saturday Gourmet Food Truck Event this Saturday, January 19th in downtown Hobe Sound.

The large block party brings DJ Jef of DancenSound, beverages, local shops and vendors and of course unique food trucks. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a night of fun under the stars. The Hobe Sound Food Truck events occur on the 3rd Saturday of every month until May and then September 2019 through November 2019. The cost is free to attend.

The lineup of Food Trucks for Saturday’s event includes: Volcano Ice, The Greek, Mr. Mack Island Grill, Mr. Jerkinz, Moop Pops Foodtruck, MOD Pizza, Mama’s Taste of the World, Hooked, Curbside Gourmet, Chick Fil A, Che Grill, and Austin Franks.

The Food Truck Invasion starts at 5 pm to 9 pm…

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The Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge just grew by about 4 acres.

Four contiguous beachfront lots on Jupiter Island’s North Beach Road were donated by the Coast Guard, increasing the federally protected sea turtle nesting habitat.

The beach is one of the most productive sea turtle nesting habitats in the U.S., the refuge's website says.

The now 1,095-acre sanctuary’s natural habitat — sand pine scrub, mangrove forests and miles of coastal dunes — supports about 40 plant and animal species listed as endangered, threatened or of special concern.

To expand the refuge, the U.S. House Tuesday passed the Jupiter Island Land Transfer Act, introduced by U.S. Rep. Brian Mast.

Palm Beach County has become a haven for turtles and Loggerheads…

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This Saturday, December 1 the Hobe Sound Chamber will host the 33rd Annual Christmas Parade from 1pm-2pm.

Christmas Parade will be led by the Martin County Sheriff's Department followed by dignitaries, vintage cars, floats, marchers, trucks, school bands and much, much more.  MC Jeff Otten will keep you aware of who is passing as the parade makes its way north along Dixie Highway, then west on Bridge Road. 

Following the Grand Marshal, more than 90 entries will process traveling in every imaginable mode of transportation save sleigh and flying reindeer. Golf carts, go karts, limos, RVs, boats, antique fire trucks, horses, wagons

Attendees will enjoy holiday music by DJ DancenSound and find those one-of-a-kind gifts at the Craft Stroll with local…

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The results are in; Das Beer Garden offers the most diverse variety of craft beer in Palm Beach County.

America has seen an enormous boom in the craft beer market, with beer enthusiasts demanding more complex and tantalizing varieties than the previously dominant light lagers. As recently as 2012, the duopoly of Anheuser-Busch InBev and MillerCoors controlled nearly 90 percent of beer production.

In the last decade, independent breweries have expanded by a factor of six, and while Americans are actually drinking less beer than they did in the 2000s, they’re often opting for a superior product, like one of the 100+ beers available daily at Das Beer Garden in Jupiter’s Downtown Abacoa.

Craft breweries have focused on tastes that were…

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The Florida “cold snap” this weekend has lows in the 60’s rolling through, producing ideal conditions for sailfish cruising through. Kitefish with goggle eyes in 120-250’ of water, and after your first sail, target a tighter area around that depth. A few dolphin are still in the equation off Palm Beach Inlet, but no strong numbers seem to be showing up.

The snapper bite has been solid lately, with large muttons and yellowtail congregating on the reef. Live ballyhoo, sardines, or midsized pinfish work great.

Inshore fishing has slowed down quite a bit, with Snook and redfish becoming finicky to the tide. You’ll have to feel out each spot for what tide works best, and keep a close eye on it once you figure it out.

The Juno Beach pier has been…

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