Beginning on the first of April 2021 stand up paddle boarding will be offered at MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 Jack Nicklaus Drive, North Palm Beach.  The paddle boards and instruction will be provided by High Point Paddle Adventures at MacBeach. Depending on the season, you may see wildlife including manatees, dolphins, mullet, snook rays and a variety of birds. You do not have to be an expert to paddle the calm waters of the park's estuary. 

Learn of the beauty and abundant nature of the “Real Florida” via standup paddle board.  Be guided by experienced native Floridians who are certified, licensed, and insured. Whether you are a beginner trying to stand on the board and take your first strokes, or an experienced paddler looking to improve…

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The Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery, 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta,  is hosting the 8th Annual Plein Air Festival Sunday, March 14 through Saturday, March 20, 2021.  This art festival is known to be one of the premier Plein Air Festivals in the United States. The festival has been overhauled to meet social distancing protocols for the current times. 

Twenty-four national award-winning artists have been invited to exhibit their fresh works in the Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery and online during this highly anticipated festival of “representational art that captures our environment as history in the making.” 

The festival kicks-off with an in-person “Paint Out Competition” at the celebrated Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens in West Palm Beach. The artists…

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On March 10th, 2021 at 7:00 pm join author and President of the Art Deco Society of the Palm Beaches, Sharon Koskoff, on a visual journey to Ancient Egypt.  The President of the Art Deco Society of the Palm Beaches will share her insight of Egyptian Art Deco: The Ancient Civilization.  Sharon Koskoff ventured on a recent trip to Egypt, the Nile, and the home of the world’s largest sculpture the Sphinx!

The Art Deco Society of the Palm Beaches promotes education, preservation, and awareness of Twentieth Century Art, Architecture & Design in the Palm Beaches.  Art Deco is a popular design style of the 1920s and ’30s characterized especially by sleek geometric or stylized forms and using man-made materials. Learn how Egyptian Art and Design sets the…

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The Sea Turtle Nesting Season has officially begun in South Florida. Researchers at the Loggerhead Marinelife Center have begun keeping an eye for the return of sea turtles nesting along the beaches in Northern Palm Beach County. The center has kicked off its “Respect the Locals” awareness campaign for beachgoers to be on the lookout for sea turtle nests.

Between March 1st and October 31st, sea turtle nest along the sandy 9.5 miles of beach that the Loggerhead Marinelife Center monitors. The 9.5 miles span between the northern Palm Beach County line to the northern boundary of John D. MacArthur Beach State Park.  This area is one of the most populated sea turtle nesting areas in the world. The main reason why is the proximity to the Sargasso Sea, a…

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In honor of International Women’s Day “Dress for Success Palm Beaches” is partnering up with Palm Beach Outlets in West Palm Beach to host a Purses & Pumps Donation Drive. The “Dress for Success” donation drive will run from Monday, March 8, through Sunday, March 14, 2021.  New or gently used purses and women’s professional shoes including flats and modest heels can be dropped off at the “Dress for Success” collection bins located in Saks OFF 5TH, Ann Taylor Factory Store, and Steve Madden. 

The mission of "Dress for Success" is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.  Since April 2010 “Dress for Success Palm Beaches”…

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Downtown Palm Beach Gardens is starting to get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit. Come and see for yourself if you have the luck to participate in the St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt.

Restaurants and retailers located within Downtown Palm Beach Gardens are participating in the annual event. Search high and low throughout the property for a special St. Patrick Day coin. Some may be hiding in the landscaping, restaurants, and retailers. The special St. Patrick Day coins are either gold or green, so be on the lookout.

If a lucky coin is found, redeem your gold or green coin at the Yard House for a free soft drink or a free pint of domestic or house beer. The coins are limited to one per customer.

St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt Details:

When:…

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Located in the heart of Palm Beach Island is the growing and popular Royal Poinciana Plaza. The newly renovated 180,000 square foot outdoor lifestyle and shopping center is filled with lush gardens and two elegant courtyards located on the corner of Royal Poinciana Way and Cocoanut Road.

The Plaza was built in 1957 by architect and builder John Volk. Volk is known for designing homes for the Vanderbilt’s, Pulitzers, Dodges, DuPonts, and Fords. The iconic black and white checkered floor and iron detail is an example of his signature Palm Beach style. A few years ago, the Plaza had undergone renovations that would bring the iconic Plaza back to its original style.

Today, The Royal Poinciana Plaza is home to high end shops, boutiques, and award-winning…

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Breakfast is considered to be the most important meal of the day. Breakfast breaks the overnight fasting period and research shows that eating breakfast is linked to having good health, alertness, a boost in energy, and much more.

Northern Palm Beach County is home to many great local restaurants, cafes, and diners that are open and serve breakfast seven days a week. If you are on the lookout for a new restaurant to grab breakfast during the week or on weekends, try one of these delicious restaurants to grab some waffles, pancakes, and breakfast pastries.

Breakfast in Northern Palm Beach County:

The Royal Café

First Watch

Center Street Nook

Maplewood Bagel Market

Lazy Loggerhead Café

Jim’s Place

Juno Beach Café

Jupiter…

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The Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 1001 East Indiantown Road, Jupiter, is presently undergoing a $30 million expansion. They are ahead of schedule, taking advantage of down time during the COVID-19 pandemic.  The work is expected to be complete by October 2021, in time for next season. The renovation also includes an innovative dining experience, expanded Conservatory and lobby, redesigned entrance and a second 199-seat theater space.

Producing Artistic Director and Chief Executive Officer of Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Andrew Kato, said the project is five years in the making and a labor of love.  The expansion will include "creating a Broadway-scale stage so we can produce the next Broadway hit or national tour and that's really exciting because most regional…

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Visit 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C. from your home in Palm Beach County. The White House has been the residence of every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800. Getting familiar with the history and art of the White House in person takes some doing. A visit to the White House can be one of the most memorable experiences during any trip to the nation's capital, but you will need to request no less than 21 days in advance.  First, one must submit a tour request through one’s Member of Congress.  COVID-19 has put in person tours of the White House on hold for now.

The public can delve into the White House virtually instead with high resolution images. Look at the paintings on the wall, wander the halls, and pan all around you to…

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