Did you realize that Super Bowl Sunday is the second largest food consumption day for Americans?  The biggest day for Americans to overindulge is Thanksgiving!  Chicken wings and pizza are favorites, closely followed by potato chips/pretzels. That is enough chips to fill up 39 Boeing 747 airplanes!

More than 1.3 billion wings are expected to be consumed Super Bowl 50, according to the National Chicken Council.  Ranch dressing places blue cheese on the bench according to almost 60% of Americans to dip their wings.  Spectators, either at home, stadium or out and about will spend about $82.00 on food and team décor.

Super Bowl Sunday is also the second biggest day for barbequing/grilling falling second only to Fourth of July. Party hosts will serve…

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Manatees, often called "sea cows," have captured the hearts of Floridians and visitors alike. These peaceful creatures are frequently spotted in Florida's warm waters during the winter months when they seek refuge in natural springs and power plant outflows. While it may be tempting to swim near, touch, or pet a manatee during an encounter, doing so raises critical legal and ethical questions. In this blog post, we’ll explore whether it is legal to touch a manatee in Florida, why these regulations exist, and how you can responsibly enjoy manatee encounters without harming them.

a manatee swimming near someone

A couple of years ago a Florida man posted pictures on Facebook of himself and his daughters playing with a baby manatee.  Sounds innocent enough, but according to the…

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Image courtesy of Palm Beach Magazine.

The West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority explained that the public installation of “The Swings: An Exercise in Musical Cooperation” will be the first stop on the East Coast installations tour of the United States.  The public swing installation is located on the 500 block of Clematis Street (between Quadrille Boulevard and Rosemary Avenue), West Palm Beach.   It is “an interactive display, which essentially acts as a giant musical instrument.”

The concept was created by the French Canadian design group Daily tous les jours. Originally referred to as “21 Swings” in Montreal, Canada.  The public installation in Montreal averaged 8,500 times per day in four years.

Each swing has a prerecorded…

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The Friends of Jupiter Beach organization “is a grassroots, volunteer-driven not-for-profit group dedicated to keeping a special section of Jupiter Beach clean & dog-friendly in northern Palm Beach County.” since 2006, the Friends of Jupiter Beach and all of their volunteers have cleaned up over 49,000 lbs. of trash off of our beaches! If you aren’t a part of this organization, join their team and make a difference! 

It all began in 1994 when the beloved dog beach in Jupiter was under threat of being shut down. A small group of passionate, Jupiter locals joined to change this eminent fate. The group started scheduling beach cleanups and started placing dog waste bags at the beach crossovers. Since then, the group has grown exponentially, as individuals…

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Apple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh in 1984.  Apple is preeminent leader the world in innovation with iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Apple TV. Nevertheless, on occasion, just like in any industry, a voluntary recall has been issued.  The important notice from Apple was issued from Apple headquarters in California this past week.  The AC Wall Plug Adapters & World Travel Voluntary Recall and Exchange Program have been initiated. Such recalls are often the product of a negotiation between the product manufacturer and the federal agency that oversees their product category's safety.  It is for public safety of a ”potential hazard”.

On January 28, 2016, Apple announced a "voluntary recall of AC wall plug…

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There are many benefits to owning a condominium in Jupiter  or Juno Beach. Different complexes work well for different kinds of people, so get to know the complexs as well as your prospective neighbors to make sure that they are a good fit for you.  A luxury condominium real estate is an easy way to become acquainted with the buildings, amenities, and costs associated with condo living. 

1). Ocean Royal is one of Juno Beach's premiere luxury oceanfront condominiums located in Northern Palm Beach County.  Its Mediterranean style residences on the Atlantic Ocean beaches make it an ideal situation for stylish, yet relaxed living. 

2). The Beachfront at Juno Beach, is an exceptional community directly located “on the sand” of the Atlantic Ocean…

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The Village of North Palm Beach’s motto is “The Best Place to Live under the Sun.”  Established in the mid 1950’s, North Palm Beach is located in Palm Beach County on the Intracoastal Waterway just west of the Atlantic Ocean.   The village won an award from the National Association of Home Builders as best planned community in the year of 1956 Village won an award from the National Association of Home Builders as best planned community of the year.

In 1919, Palm Beach developer Paris Singer opened the Everglades Club in Palm Beach. As membership grew, Singer along with Harry Kelsey purchased land several miles north to build a new golf course. The new golf course was known as the Palm Beach Winter Club and accessible by either automobile or by…

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The upcoming American Football game that determines the champion of the National Football League (NFL) is this Sunday, February 7, 2016! The Super bowl 50 kickoff will begin at 6:30 p.m. ET on CBS!
Not only with there be a lot of hard hitting tackles from both teams and a ton of excitement from those in the stands and those supporting through the television, there is also an extraordinary halftime show that will be sure to entertain all! Whether your into football or not, it’s a must watch to see Coldplay perform and be joined on stage by Beyoncé. The two artists will be collaborating music on two songs!
Plus, when do people ever get excited to watch commercials?! The most anticipated and absolute best commercials of the year will be streaming, which…

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Image courtesy of Eduardo Buchin, Jupiter, FL.

Culinary delights and favorite cafes vary as greatly as ones likes and dislikes for innumerable cuisine.  It is globally known that French chefs are masters at their craft as they are most rigorously trained and most exacting. Worldwide-trained chefs are now gaining the respect of these Parisian culinary masters and many of the top chefs in the world are from around the globe.

Part of the appeal of French cuisines superiority is on the geographic good fortune that makes French agriculture both varied and abundant in flavor. The preeminent measure of French cuisine foundation is its ability to stay rooted in tradition, no trendy quinoa or kale to be found. How can you go wrong with a dish prepared…

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Using renewable, recyclable materials is an increasing trend in building.  Both builders and consumers are more concerned about energy efficiency and leaving a smaller carbon footprint on the planet.  The new energy efficient movement is leaning toward sustainability.

Energy efficient appliances are now standard in new construction and in remodeling. The initial cost is more expensive than that of non-designated energy efficient appliances; however, over the long term the savings outweigh the slightly higher purchase price. Homeowners may qualify for a federal tax credit for making improvements or installing appliances design to boost the energy-efficiency of their home. You must purchase new energy-efficient equipment, and the equipment must be…

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