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SEA TURTLE WALKS

Every summer our South Florida beaches are draped with bright colored tape and signs to show where these sea turtles have buried their eggs. Florida beaches are the number one place for sea turtles to nest from May – October. Sea Turtles are most common up and down the Atlantic coastline; groups organize together and do night-time sea turtle walks in July to observe these ancient creatures in their natural state.
Getting the chance to see a Loggerhead, Leatherback or green sea turtle in action is such an unforgettable experience. Visitors are led to these spots on the beach where these sea turtles are digging a hole about one or two feet deep with their flippers. After the sea turtle prepares its nesting ground on the beach the creature will start filling…

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JUNIOR ANGLER FISHING TOURNAMENT

The River Center has created a fishing tournament for Junior Anglers to participate in this summer. This Fishing tournament encourages kids to explore the variety of local fisheries and to learn more about our area and its exceptional aquatic habitats, all while learning how to improve their fishing skills. Junior Anglers between the ages of 5 and 17 should register at the River Center where registration packets are available.

Participants can send in photos throughout the summer of their catches from freshwater to saltwater. Points add up with each submission based on the variety and number of species caught.
The River Center, which is located in Jupiter at Burt Reynolds Park, is also inviting all to the “End of Summer” Fish Fry on August 2, 2014 where…

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ADMIRALS COVE KIDS' CLUB IS A BLAST...COMMITTED TO FAMILIES

Admirals Cove is committed to families.  The youth program at The Club at Admirals Cove is called the “Covesters”.   The kids programs at Admirals Cove include Camp at the Cove, youth fishing, Movie, night, family night, homework assistance, tennis, golf, holiday parties, birthday parties, and so much more. 

Get the family together and join in the fun. Play bingo, trivia, sing karaoke, board games or sport challenges offered every third Saturday of the month. 

Every Friday night from 6-9pm there are a variety of exciting indoor and outdoor activities. One group will get started with crafts, while the other group tests their skill with and exciting outdoor sport ( perhaps on the half court basketball hoop or swimming pool).  Trained counselors will…

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WILL GROWING OPPOSITION DERAIL THE TRAIN?

Will All Aboard Florida be stopped in their tracks? New high-powered group formed to stop the train.  The recently formed Citizens Against Rail Expansion (CARE FL) has joined the campaign to combat the proposed passenger trains and increased freight trains running through our area. CARE FL hired a highly skilled Washington D.C. attorney with experience in fighting rail projects.

“The more opposition the better,” said a K.C. Taylor, a representative from Not All Aboard.  Not All Aboard collected nearly 20,000 signatures on their online petition and in person.  “I’m excited there’s another group that’s going to spread awareness.”

A recent letter to Governor Rick Scott outlining the environment, quality of life, and safety related concerns of the…

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SUMMER 2014 GREEN MARKET IN WEST PALM BEACH!

Imagine walking beneath a vibrant canopy of orchids along the streets line byt the glistening Intercostal waters. Your senses will be filled with splashes of yellow sunflowers, rainbows of fruits and vegetables, smells of fresh baked goods and the sound of local music filling the air. This is just an idea of some of the sensations you’ll experience at the West Palm Beach Green Market. If you haven’t been to it on a Saturday yet, it is safe to say you’re missing out. It is held at 101 South Flagler Drive on the West Palm Beach Waterfront. Over 60 vendors represent their farm garden-fresh produce, hand made art and vivacious flowers at the Green Market.  If you have some great ideas to add to the market or want to be a vendor there is room for you too! …

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THE BITE IS RED HOT

Weekly Fishing Report 7.11.14
 
OFFSHORE –Along with the South Florida heat, the dolphin bite is red hot right now, off the Coast of Palm Beach County from Jupiter to Boca Raton. In Jupiter, the best depths of catching these bulls seem to be in 260-280 feet and around 500 feet because of the really nice weed lines gaining together in those ranges.
Sailfish have been reported in 200-300 feet from the Lake Worth/Palm Beach Inlet; Kingfish are also running in 95-105 feet.
On the bottom floor, yellowtail, mangrove and vermilion snapper are chewing in 75-95 feet along with the occasional mutton snapper. Red Grouper are showing up, however, most of them are undersized.
It has been a mixed bag off Boynton Beach, with kingfish, dolphin, blackfin tuna, cobia and…

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SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA XXII…CARLIN PARK

Jupiter’s Carlin Park will be cloaked in mystery July 12-15 and July 19-22 for the 12th Shakespeare by the Sea Festival.  The Seabreeze Amphitheater will be transformed into a deserted island for this adaptation of the Shakespeare classic comedy of the “Twelfth Night” as it is reimagined with a contemporary twist.

Although the “Twelfth Night” is being revisited again at the Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival after 22 years “ this production promises to be more complex than ones done in the past” according to Executive Producer Kermit Chrisman.  They have infused the concept of plane crashes and landing in the setting of the 400-year-old classic tale, on a deserted island theme.  A must see concept.

While diverging from the original setting, the play…

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FESTIVAL OF NATIONS

4 Teams – 1 City

Sat., July 12, 10:00 a.m. – Sun., July 13 10:00 a.m. | 222 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.

This weekend, on the Pompano Beach Fishing Pier, The Heartbeat Foundation is bringing a non-profit and free admission for a two-day event to celebrate the World Soccer Championship games. The attractions will include the live broadcast on gigantic LED screens of the final two games of the World Soccer Tournament from Brazil, live entertainment from multicultural musicians, exhibits, food from all countries and foot volley tournament will keep the crowd on their toes.

Pompano Beach is inviting all Broward residents and visitors from all nations to join together and celebrate on the beach. LS Events and the Heartbeat Foundations are responsible for the…

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FISH TO SAVE OUR FURRY FRIENDS

Big Dog Ranch Rescue and Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center is putting on the annual Big Dog Fat Cat fishing tournament on July 11-12 at Sailfish Marina to help raise money and save our furry friends.
It is estimated that each year approximately 3.7 million dogs and cats are suffering in our nation's shelters, more than 10,000 animals a day. Due to the down economy, shelters have increased their majority of animals by 20%. The vast majority of the proceeds from the Big Dog Fat Cat KDW Shootout will help our local pet population by donating to the Big Dog Ranch Rescue and Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center.
With your fishing skills and a fun day out on the water with friends and family, you can help the animals that deserve the best possible care. You…

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DO YOU BREW?

In addition to Florida’s gorgeous beaches, beautiful weather, excellent theatres and art, the Sunshine State offers even more … local breweries and pubs offering craft beer.

What is better than near perfect weather and bluest, blue water and white sand beaches? Actually, not much, but Florida’s craft beer industry consists some of the best brewers.  This is not just about beer, its craft beer!  There are close to 100 breweries and brewpubs around the state.  Florida is a craft beer drinker’s paradise.

Florida pours have been getting quite a bit of national attention.  Tequesta Brewing Company, located at 287 U.S. Highway One, Tequesta is South Florida’s first microbrewery.  The Village of Tequesta is proud of its stunning residential communities…

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