This weekend is Halloween, the day where everyone dresses up in their favorite costumes, attends Halloween parties and go door to door to collect all the candy they can get. Halloween is not just about the candy and the costumes; the spooky holiday is actually centuries old.

Here are some interesting facts about Halloween that you might not have known.

Trick-or-Treating existed since Medieval Times: It was known as Guising in Scotland and Ireland when young people would dress up and go door to door for money in exchange for songs, poems, or other treats.

Skittles are the Top Halloween Candy in the United States and the top Halloween candy in the State of Florida according to Reader’s Digest.

Halloween is the second largest commercial holiday…

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In early 2020, the Martin County Golf Course began renovations to the course and a name change. The new course is now called “Sailfish Sands” and the new course is going to be bolder, innovative, and more unique, nothing like any other course in Martin County.

Earlier this week, the Martin County Parks and Recreation Director announced that he went before the County Commission to update them on the progress of the massive project and to ask for additional funding. The director and course asked for $3 million dollars more which will bring the complete renovation cost to around $8 million dollars and the county approved the changes during the meeting. The county commissioners believe that the new high-end, modern facility will be a huge benefit to the…

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Its that time of year again for the 2020 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. The popular boat show is in its 61st year and despite heat waves, hurricanes, and other natural causes throughout the years the annual boat show has never been cancelled.

While the number of exhibits has been slightly reduced, the show will still be the largest in-water boat show with over 1,000 exhibitors and over 1,300 boats on display to look at and tour. The boats on display range from pontoons, cruisers, fishing boats to superyachts and more. In addition to the boats, the show will feature marine products and accessories, exotic cars, brokerage yachts, and more.

Fort Lauderdale is known as the “Yachting Capital of the World” and is hosting the famous Boat Show this weekend. The…

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The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County recently announced its third annual MOSAIC (Months of Shows, Art, Ideas and Culture), celebrating arts and culture in The Palm Beaches.  Commencing this fall with special offers and hotel arrangements designed to reopen and revive cultural tourism for the  2020  “season”. 

Experience more culture for less, with special coupons and offers.  Glance at a sampling of several of the unique arts and culture opportunities presented by the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County for their 3rd. MOSAIC celebration.

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Arts Garage (Delray Beach): $10 off admission for virtual and in-person tickets to the “Music at Home & Live from Arts Garage” series now through December…

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Get outside and get some exercise.  Bike, run or walk the Lake Trail in Palm Beach. The Lake Trail travels from the south end of the Australian Docks at the Royal Palm Bridge at Southern Blvd and travels north, past the Flagler Memorial Bridge for several miles. It is a great walk, jog, or cycling trail.

The Lake Trail features a few spots for fishing as well as just sitting under a tree and reading a book. Admire the boats at the Australian Dock, they are from all over the world. The Lake Trail then crosses the bridge and travels behind the Society of The Four Arts. The Society of the Four Arts is a non-profit charity organization that was founded in 1936. Its campus on the Intracoastal Waterway in Palm Beach and is home to the Esther B. O’Keeffe…

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The Twisted Tuna Tiki Bar and Restaurant in Stuart, just up the Treasure Coast, has meandered and migrated down to the sunny coastal Town of Jupiter.  Jupiter is a welcoming little beach town with many laid-back tiki bars and great vibes.  The Twisted Tuna Jupiter joins the ranks of locals’ favorites such as The Square Grouper Tiki Bar, U-Tiki Beach, Guanabanas and Johnny Mangos Tiki Bar to name a few.

The owners have created a slightly “twisted” menu featuring the “freshest seafood dishes, just the right amount of traditional Italian favorites and the finest sushi and raw bar selections available today”.  Try the Conch Ceviche, Gator Bites, Edamame, Volcano Shrimp, Sesame Tuna Tataki and so much more.  They use only locally procured produce. Bake…

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Many cities throughout the United States have a selection of authentic ethnic restaurants that cater to adventurous eaters and those willing to try something new.

The Palm Beaches in addition to the award-winning dining scene offers several ethnic neighborhoods and restaurants that offer everything from Peruvian to Thai, Indian, Ethiopian, and more.

Here is a guide of just some of the best authentic ethnic dishes and restaurants in Palm Beach County.

Vietnamese

Pho from Pho & Hot Pot: Lake Park

Bahn Mi from Inch & Ounces: West Palm Beach

Ethiopian

Doro Wot from Queen of Sheeba: West Palm Beach

Colombian

Coffee at Salento Coffee: West Palm Beach

Trinidad and Tobago

Curry Conch at Curry Tabanca: Greenacres

Indian and…

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Not only is this Saturday Halloween, but a rare Blue Moon will light up the night’s sky. A blue moon does not always appear to be blue in the sky, but rather when it occurs.

As many know, a full moon usually occurs once a month and when 13 full moons occur in one year instead of the normal 12, that is considered to be a blue moon. There are two types of blue moons, a full moon can be considered blue when it is the second of two full moons in a month, or when it is the third of four full moons in a single season.

This October’s blue moon will not necessarily appear blue in the night sky to us, but it does not mean that it is not possible. According to research, a moon can appear blue in shade if the atmosphere is filled with smoke particles or dust…

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Get primitive now that the popular Boynton Beach axe-throwing bar ‘Game of Axes’ has opened another location in Jupiter. The popular theme entertainment center and restaurant/bar is in Publix shopping plaza on 10160 W. Indiantown Road. If you have had an axe to grind with someone, here is the perfect place to settle the score!

What is all the “axe-citement” about you ask?  Humans have been throwing things at other things since the beginning of time.  Get back to basics – food, drinks, friends, and fun! The ‘Game of Axes’ will be an entertaining addition to the area as it will provide great alternative to the typical sports bars, mini golf or bowling alley. With the help of skilled axe-masters, safety measures in place, as well as secure surroundings…

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South Florida residents and seasonal residents remember the general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2020. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are daily changes to voting information. Please check  vote.org/covid-19  for the latest updates. Here is what you need to know to cast your ballot and make sure it is counted.  

First and foremost, as in years past, voter identification requirements will be strictly adhered to. If you are voting in person in Florida, you must present one valid form of ID that shows your photo and signature at the time you vote.  If you are not voting for the first time in Florida, you do not need to provide ID to vote by mail. Also, if you are a first-time Florida voter who registered by mail and you didn't provide ID when…

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