Thanks to the Juno Beach Loggerhead Marinelife Center, another loggerhead sea turtle has returned home into the ocean. Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) is one of Florida’s most unique non-profit cultural destinations focused on ocean and sea turtle conservation.

The juvenile sea turtle that was stranded at Coral Cove Park in Tequesta back in November.  The Marinelife center named the turtle Cici.  The sea turtle was successfully released this week, on the beach behind the Juno Beach facility. More than 800 people came out to witness the joyous occurrence. 

When Cici was rescued three months ago, she was taken to Jupiter Medical Center, where a CT scan showed she had a condition called pneumocoelom. Pneumocoelom is a condition in which gas…

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The 13th annual Palm Beach Fine Crafts show returns with 135 leading contemporary American artisans presenting their inspiring pieces to the public.  Meet the artists behind the works at one of the most fundamental parts of the eagerly anticipated 2016 art season in Palm Beach. The Palm Beach Fine Craft Show is a 3-day event held at the Palm Beach Convention Center from February 26 -28, 2016. The show is a serene setting for the discriminating art collector or the novice art enthusiast just browsing.

These unique and intriguing pieces range from porcelain and ceramic figures, wood and glass blown sculptures, gleaming metal pieces, to mixed media artwork, decorative accents,  jewelry as well as textiles and furnishings.  Museums and institutions…

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The Beauty of Birds Gallery Exhibit will run February 26 –March 7, 2016 at the Town of Jupiter’s Harbourside gallery Call of Africa’s Native Visions Galleries.  Native Visions Galleries feature works from the preeminent wildlife and nature artists in the world!

Since 1987, the exclusive galleries have presented paintings and sculpture by some of the most celebrated internationally renowned artists and sculptors.   These artisans use various mediums to create their works including acrylics, oil, watercolor, and pastels, bronze, stone, wood and other mediums. 

Many of the featured works have graced the covers of Christie’s and Sotheby’s Auction Catalogs.  The artists bring a unique perspective to their works.  All events are in conjunction with a…

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Palm Beach Opera extends the invitation to see opera like you have never seen it before!  Palm Beach Opera’s Young Artists will perform a unique “cabaret style” show at the Palm Beach Improv, 550 South Rosemary Avenue, Suite #250, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 tonight only, February 24, 2016.

The Palm Beach Opera Young Artists are talented young singers.  The performers accepted into this (Palm Beach) highly competitive program study with distinguished teachers and artists from the world of opera.  Over 600 applicants apply to the 6-8 month residency and only 8 – 12 are selected to refine their skills “developed during formal music education, targeting those areas necessary to develop a successful career in opera.”

This is sure to be an engaging…

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Photo courtesy of Eduardo Buchin.

Season is here and there are dozens of activities happening in South Florida. The biggest obstacle may be choosing what to do, where to go and what to see. 

The Flagler Museum, offers a Gilded Age style lunch each afternoon during season. Cafe Des Beaux-Arts is located on the Flagler Museum grounds in the Flagler Kenan Pavilion. It is reminiscent of a 19th century Beaux-Arts railway palace. Guests will enjoy culinary delicacies in the elegance of the Gilded Age - gourmet tea sandwiches, scones and sophisticated desserts - while enjoying the panoramic views of the Downtown West Palm Beach waterfront skyline.  The Cafe Des Beaux-Arts lunch is served through March 26, 2016 at Flagler Museum Whitehall, One Whitehall…

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The Annual Strawberry Festival at the First Presbyterian Church in Tequesta is coming to town next Saturday, March 5, 2016. Come experience a magical world filled to the brim with strawberry creations. 

The Strawberry Festival will have a great variety of fun events for kids like face painting, a bounce house and a craft center. The Strawberry Café will be offering delicious lunches and desserts inspired by strawberries. Treats like strawberry milkshakes, strawberry trifles, homemade jams and jellies, fresh strawberries and so much more will be available for purchase. There will be a silent auction and raffle offering some pretty amazing items like certificates to some of the best local restaurants in town. In the church garage there will be an…

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There are many delicious restaurants and cafes in South Florida which offer fresh seafood delights.  However, lobster rolls are a unique culinary skill. There are as many recipes for lobster rolls as there are chefs in Palm Beach County. There are tons of variations of the lobster roll - bun or no bun?  Serve hot or cold? 

Three local Jupiter restaurants offer tasty variations of the New England lobster roll. 

Cod and Capers Seafood Market and Restaurant, 1201 U.S. Highway One, North Palm Beach, has a recipe that calls for its lobster roll to be filled with freshly steamed, hand-picked Maine Lobster meat tossed in light lemon-mayo dressing and served in a New England split-top roll. 

Chowder Heads, 2123 S. U.S. Highway 1, Jupiter, prepares…

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Who doesn’t like to enjoy their winter months in the perfect South Florida weather? While most of the nation is trudging through snow and bundling up this time of year, Floridians are enjoying sun, mimosas and polo season! 

Every Sunday at the International Polo Club Palm Beach you and your family and friends can come out to the polo club from 2-5pm to relax, sip and enjoy as you spectate the elegant game of polo. 

The International Polo Club Palm Beach has earned its reputation as one of the best polo destinations across the globe. It is home to the “largest field of high-goal teams” and hosts the most prominent matches in the United States. The sport of polo is a centuries old sport that been enjoyed by royalty and the world’s elite for decades…

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Enjoy a spectacular waterfront event with the family at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum on Saturday February 27, 2016 for its new sea-inspired festival, SEA-FEST for KIDS.  Meet lively characters from Jupiter’s past, a real pirate or two and favorite children’s book authors.  Kids can take part in a treasure hunt and sea-inspired adventures.

There will be live entertainment all day on the deck, with music by the Back Porch Band, followed by historical plays by students of the Jupiter High School Drama class.  Story-time with authors Scott Lamberson and Harvey Oyer III will be reading from Professor Clark the Science Shark and Just Dance Inc. will be creating a world of dance fun with DJ Milkstool.  There will be food trucks with…

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Today on February 22, 2016, South Florida is celebrating the famous Margarita!

This refreshing alcoholic beverage is basically the unofficial drink of South Florida!
So tart and sweet, if you would like to partake in the celebration of the National Margarita Day, there are many places to go!

Some restaurants with in Palm Beach and Broward County will be shaking up the tequila and sour mix specials on this day! Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida will be enjoying “Tequila Time” and will offer $5 margaritas all day from open to close! roccostacos.com.  El Camino in Delray Beach, Florida is celebrating classic margaritas for $3 all day long! 15 NE Second Ave., Delray Beach. Call 561-865-5350, or visit elcaminodelray.com.

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