The Loxahatchee River Center is located on the southeast side of Burt Reynolds Park on US1 and features over 6,000 gallons of fresh and saltwater aquariums, interactive kid-friendly exhibits, and even a “touch tank” where children can meet some of Florida’s friendly creatures up close.

From September 1st through May 31st, the Center is open Tuesday – Wednesday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursday – Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. From June 1st through August 31st, the Center is open Tuesday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The River Center is a fun, educational opportunity for visitors to learn about the unique Loxahatchee River system, from freshwater Cyprus swamp to the seagrass dominated estuary and marine ecosystems.

Programs offered include a family seine…

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On Thursday, September 20th, the Loxahatchee River Center will be holding a home school workshop entitled “Shark Senses and Habitat” from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.

This drop off only program will include a hands-on activity about sharks, and is geared towards children ages 5-11. Registration is required to attend, and cost is $3 per child.

For more information and registration, go HERE.

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On September 23rd, Eau Palm Beach Resort will be hosting the third annual Burger & Beer Bash to fundraise for Loggerhead Marinelife Center.

Not only will a portion of proceeds benefit efforts to save the sea turtles, but event-goers will have the pleasure of participating as “judges” of burger-and-beer pairings. Eau’s head chefs will partner with local breweries in a friendly competition, and guests will enjoy all pairings before indicating their favorites on a ballot.

Participating area breweries include Due South, Copperpoint, Funky Buddha, SaltWater Brewery and Tequesta Brewing Company.

Tickets are $65 a person, and the affair will be 1-4pm at the Manalapan resort on 100 S. Ocean Blvd.

Tickets to the event can be purchased online at…

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Professional sportfishing magazine InTheBite is hosting the first ever social, "Brews With The Crews" for members of the sportfishing community on Thursday, September 14th 5 – 7pm at Schooner’s in Jupiter.

All are welcome to drop in during happy hour for some cold drinks and fishing stories with the industry of crews, captains, owners, fisherman, writers, and photographers.

Schooners is a relaxed seafood restaurant located at 1001 N Hwy A1A in Jupiter, Florida.

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Jupiter’s only water TOP restaurant has been featured on Food Network’s new show “Food Boats”, and Chef Justin Lindemann is ecstatic.

According to the Palm Beach Post, producers and celebrity Chef Jordan Andino hopped on the Food Yacht in April to shoot the spotlight segment on Lindemann’s small kitchen creations. Lindemann wanted to showcase the locals’ favorite barbecue chicken burrito and lemon pepper seared tuna wrap, but producers insisted on the shrimp BLT and crab cakes.

The New York City film crew had a chance to enjoy the beautiful weather and Bahamas-blue water of Jupiter Florida from the 40-foot six-seater restaurant.

Lindemann drove to his mother’s house in Deland to watch the episode with on Sunday. Two minutes into his segment,…

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Are you a PalmMom? If so, there's a convention just for you!

On Saturday, September 15th, the Palm Beaches convention for moms, by moms, is here to provide professional advice and support to parents overwhelmed by everyday life. 

The PalmMom Convention will host family fun activities, and showcase local experts, entrepreneurs, and passionate educators to collaborate with parents. Parents are encouraged to bring the whole family for a great day of fun, learning, and community connection.

This day long event is happening on September 15th, 2018 from 9am - 1pm at Mandel Jewish Community Center in Palm Beach Gardens, and includes on-going 30 minute workshops from professionals in related parenting fields, children’s activities, product displays,…

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For the entire month of September, local gastronomes as well as visitors to the Palm Beaches have the opportunity to enjoy a selection of specially priced three course meals from some of the area’s best restaurants during what we call "Flavor Palm Beach". Here are all of the restaurants in Jupiter/Tequesta who are participating, as well as their delicious menus!

Sinclair's Ocean Grill at Jupiter Beach Resort

Sinclairs Ocean Grill is offering a 3-course lunch for $20 with multiple entrée choices including a Lemon Basil Shrimp with French goat cheese, port wine blueberry compote, baby arugula, olive oil asiago crostini, and a balsamic reduction. The three course dinner offered here has a delectable Beef Carpaccio available as an appetizer, and…

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Pictured: Snook Caught by Michael O'Connor

The weekend we’ve all been waiting for is finally here: the first weekend of snook season! Oh yeah, and it also happens to be Labor Day weekend. Not only do you have three full days to take home your snook-a-day bag limit, but you also have the notion of the “hard workers holiday” to validate your much-needed R&R time.

The name of the game is snook this weekend, but make sure you know the regulations and have your permit, because FWC will surely be out in full force. While the mullet run hasn’t completely caught fire yet, catch and release snook fishing has been plentiful lately, with the Palm Beach Inlet, Juno Pier, Jupiter Inlet, and Loxahatchee River churning with keepers ready to be your catch of…

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Every 43 seconds, someone in the U.S. dies from heart disease, stroke, or another cardiovascular disease. Every 43 seconds, someone misses out on the chance to spend another precious minute with the people they love. Every 43 seconds, a family mourns at the loss of a loved one who is now gone forever. The American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association are working diligently to decrease the chance of YOU losing someone you love.

In the United States, heart disease is the #1 cause of death, while stroke is the #4 cause. This includes both men and women, young and old, no matter your ethnicity. These are scary numbers, but I have great news! Not only is death from heart disease 80% preventable, but there’s a big way you can help…

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For many Americans, living by the beach is a desirable dream where luxury meets relaxation. The coastal lifestyle is a milestone on the pursuit of happiness, and we’re lucky enough to be living in one of the best beach towns to live in the nation- Jupiter, Florida. According to data collected from the U.S. Census Bureau, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Association of REALTORS, and others, Jupiter ranked as the 11th best beachside town to live in the nation!

161 cities were compared across seven key aspects: affordability, weather, safety, economy, education, health, and quality of life. Those aspects were evaluated using 58 metrics, respectively, and each metric was rated on a 100-point scale, then weighted and calculated to produce the…

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