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JUPITER MEDICAL CENTER receives $15 MILLION GIFT

Jupiter Medical Center announced it has received its largest ever donation! The $15 million gift was from the Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation and the Lawrence J. and Florence A. De George Charitable Trust.  The donation will allow the Jupiter-based nonprofit hospital to develop pediatric services in a partnership with Miami Children’s Hospital.

Doctors at Miami Children's Hospital have been using “telehealth technology” to consult on patient care at Jupiter Medical Center for over a year. It is anticipated that the pediatric unit should be open by the end of 2015. The first phase will be a 12-bed pediatric unit at Jupiter Medical Center featuring an operating suite, a playroom and a “Bear's Den” for resting.

Jack Nicklaus and his wife…

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5 Great Restaurants in Tequesta

Tequesta is a small village featuring many great restaurants!

Pasquale

Pasquale is a family owned and operated Italian restaurant located in the heart of Tequesta since 1975. The atmosphere is overall relaxing and casual, with nightly specials such as Chicken Sinatra, available every night. Pasquale is open 5-10 Sunday through Thursday and 5-10:30 Friday and Saturday. Customers rave about the amazing Italian dishes like Eggplant Parmesan and Chicken Parmesan. On certain nights, there’s a roaming guitar player to lighten the mood.

Baldino’s Italian Restaurant

Opened in 2002, Baldino’s Italian Restaurant in Tequesta is known for their authentic  Philly Cheesesteaks, served on Morabito Rolls straight from Philadelphia. Pizza and Stromboli are also…

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DELRAY BEACH OPEN…February 13 -22, 2015

South Florida welcomes the Delray Beach Open by The Venetian Las Vegas to Delray Beach February 13-22, 2015.  This 10 day ATP Champions Tour and ATP World Tour is televised internationally in over 125 countries and draws over 50,000 tennis enthusiasts as spectators.

Game, set match all begin with “love”.  “Love being the term for zero is one of the most celebrated puzzles in tennis,” said Ossian Shine, author of “The Language of Tennis.” Shine pointed to the game’s roots, 12th century France, a game called “real tennis”. The server would reportedly shout “tenez” — take heed, like “fore” in golf — which led to the sport’s name. “L’oeuf” means egg in French, and because an egg looks like a zero, some believe English mispronunciations changed the word…

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THE MIAMI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW

The Miami International Boat Show is one of the leading and most dominant boating events in the world and it is now preparing to introduce the latest and most supreme boats in the business. This is an annual event and this year it takes place on February 12-16, 2015 by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) in Miami and Miami Beach, Florida.

The spectacle will feature over 1,700 companies that produce over 80% of marine products used by anglers and boaters in the U.S. as well as the newest editions of watercrafts, performance boats, sport fishers and mega yachts! The Miami International Boat show will be taking place in three locations, two in Downtown Miami and the other in Miami Beach. The locations are within the same vicinity…

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NEW REPORT suggests LIFESTYLE AND INVESTMENT are affected by LOCATION…SOUTH FLORIDA!

Wealth-X, the world’s leading “ultra-high net worth (UHNW defined as having a net worth of over $30 million) intelligence and prospecting firm with the largest collection of curated research” for the mega rich, noted in the recently released  “Global Luxury Residential Real Estate Report 2015” that nearly $3 trillion of the world’s private wealth is held in owner occupied residential properties.  The report also forecasts “an ongoing shift in the wealth creation cycle from the West to the East.”  Main hubs of luxury real estate are New York City, London and Hong Kong.

Luxury residential real estate is a core component of the high net worth market.  Lifestyle and investment are affected by location.  According to Forbes annual list of richest…

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UNIQUE WATERFRONT CULTURAL EXPERIENCE at INDIA FEST 2015

The Palm Beach India Association will present the 12th Annual India Fest on February 21, between 11:00 am - 10:00pm, at downtown West Palm Beach on the waterfront.  Enjoy the cultural diversity and abundance of India’s rich heritage at Meyer Amphitheater, 105 Evernia Street, West Palm Beach. 

India is a country of “bewilderingly, great diversities”.  Since the ancient ages, India has been known all around the globe for its numerous wonders. Varied landscapes, cuisines, religions and cultures add to the marvel of India.  India is home to wondrous people, spirituality, yoga, mountains, rivers, deserts and natural healing.

This leading cultural event draws over 14,000 people from South Florida.  The festival is FREE and features authentic cuisine,…

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Things to do with Kids in Tequesta, FL

Though Tequesta is a small, quaint town, there are many things to do with kids!

Constitution Park

Located in Tequesta, Constitution Park is a popular place for children to play. Firstly, the park is gorgeous, and many rave that it’s the prettiest park they’ve seen. Tons of palm trees line the sidewalks, which lead to both a toddler playground and a “big kid” playground. The toddler playground offers 4 toddler swings and a play area with slides, rock climbing, and chimes. Conveniently, there are benches for parents to sit on, as well as a quaint pavilion area between the two playgrounds. The Big Kid playground has two tall slides, rock climbing, ladders, and much more. This playground is designated for ages 5 and up. There are also basketball courts at…

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FEBRUARY FISHING REPORT 2.6.15

2.6.15 Fishing Report

Another bumpy weekend ahead in the weather, as another cold front will be passing and sweeping South Florida with high winds. Good news for those anglers participating in The Sailfish Challenge taking place this Saturday in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The high winds should bring fire to the sailfish bite to South Florida!

Offshore- Sailfish bite should do well by the weekend, recent reports have announced the sailfish have been swimming around in pods and packs of about 4-5 sails. To highlight the attention, put out goggle eyes or blue runners that are hanging under a kite, putting out more bait gives you the best chances of catching several at a time. Mixed in with the sails have been occasional dolphin and kingfish located in…

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RESEARCHERS suggest CHOCOLATE is “BETTER THAN BEING in LOVE”

All you need is love, especially so close to Valentine’s Day.  However, a little chocolate cannot hurt; it may even help you feel better!

For years, scientists have been trying to unwrap the mystery of chocolate.  What makes it so irresistible? Is it the cocoa beans, caffeine, sugar or any of the hundreds of combinations that raise our spirits and libido? 

Scientists at Cambridge University have conducted MRI’s of the brain and concluded a rather modest explanation.  Neuroscientist, Adrian Owen, of Cambridge University‘s Wolfson Brain Imaging Centre said, “The scientific data suggests that the mood enhancing effects of chocolate do not appear to affect the brain via a direct biological action.”   Scientists concluded that chocolate is linked to…

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CULTURAL COUNCIL of PALM BEACH COUNTY…Things to do

The Cultural Council of Palm Beach County is a private, non-profit corporation “that provides a diverse array of arts and culture related programs”.  The council was founded over 35 years ago through the vision and leadership of Alexander Dreyfoos.  Dreyfoos, a successful businessman, inventor, and arts activist believed in the value of arts and culture.

The Cultural Council of Palm Beach County is Palm Beach County’s officially designated agency for cultural development.  The Council is instrumental in supporting and celebrating the artistic and cultural community in one of Florida’s largest and most diverse counties. 

Take the opportunity to explore local culture. Jupiter, ranked as one of Coastal Magazines “Happiest Seaside Towns” is rich with…

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