The countdown is on for the annual Jupiter Seafood Festival coming to Carlin Park this Saturday and Sunday.

Come and enjoy two-days of live entertainment, music from local bands, nautical vendors, kid’s activities and entertainment, food, drinks, and of course some of the best fresh seafood from a variety of local food vendors.

The Jupiter Seafood Festival started in 2012 and has been a huge success every year. The festival brings some of the best seafood and is known as one of the best seafood festivals in the area. On Saturday, you’ll have a chance to participate in the Cornhole Tournament and possibly bring home the $1000-dollar grand prize. The tournament starts at 11 am and costs $50 dollars per team to join. The tournament is divided into 3…

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The newly renovated Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach is hosting a new series every Friday night called Art After Dark.

Every Friday night the museum stays open late for the event and features an array of different programs every week. Tomorrow, February 15th, Writer Hilton Als, kicks off the new event. The Museum’s gardens will be filled with live music featuring pop, R&B and electronic jazz music brought to you by the New York based singer Sirintip performing her new debut album from 8 pm to 10 pm.

During the event there will be a change for you to create your own masterpiece in the Open Studio: monoPRINT portion of the night form 6 pm to 9 pm. Monoprinting is a print making technique where the same image can only be made once, making it very…

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The Riverwalk in Jupiter is a recreational pathway that runs along the Intracoastal waterway from north of the Jupiter Inlet to the Jupiter Natural Ridge Area. The multiple use area is approximately 2.5 miles long and travels through residential area, commercial areas, marinas and waterfront parks.

All who visit can enjoy a nice walk, run or bike ride and enjoy the view along the way. In the morning or evening you can see string rays, manatees, and a variety of fish and birds including Ospreys.

The Riverwalk provides access to the Jupiter Yacht Club Marina where views of the Intracoastal and marina are, in addition to shopping at local retail stores and restaurants located in the marina area. Continue North, heading towards Harbourside Place, the main…

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The incorporated village of North Palm Beach is located in northern Palm Beach County along the intracoastal waterways and the Atlantic Ocean. The quite village has won an award in 1956 from the National Association of Home Builders as the best planned community. The village is home to about 13,000 residents as of 2017.

The North Palm Beach area was developed in the 1950’s by John D. MacArthur, a philanthropist. The village known for its golfing and famous PGA Tour residents is also home to the only state park in Palm Beach County.

The John D. MacArthur State Park is an eco-friendly and family orientated park complete with picnic facilities, natural trails, a Nature and Welcome Center, waterways, kayak rentals and much more. The State Park also…

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The River Center in Jupiter and the United States Coast Guard team up several times a year to provide a number of Boating Safety classes. The boating safety classes are aimed for young boaters in the area, but all are welcomed to attend to learn how to navigate the waterways.

The safety class are provided by the AustinBlu Foundation, a non-profit that is dedicated to raising awareness about safety on the water and to promote education programs.

The cost to attend the class is free, however a deposit is required to reserve your spot in the class. The deposit of $10 dollars will be refunded in full to all who attend the class.

The next class will be this upcoming Saturday, February 16th at The River Center in Jupiter. The boating safety classes take…

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We’ve all done the typical “go out to a nice restaurant and exchange gifts” Valentine’s Day and, sometimes, it’s great. But, if you live in Palm Beach County, there are some other, more unique, options at your disposal which are perfect for couples that enjoy the great outdoors.

Pine Glades

For a taste of backcountry Florida with a touch of the Everglades, then sunrise over The Palm Beaches peeking through trees - Pine Glades Natural Area is it. Go for an early hike through this protected wilderness. You have more than seven miles of trails, which feature picturesque spots that are perfect for Valentine’s Day Sunrise or Sunset.

Daggerwing Nature Center

At midday, go from an outback to a boardwalk. Daggerwing Nature Center is 40 acres of…

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Tomorrow, Saturday Feburary 9th is the big day for the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach. The museum opens its doors after eight years of construction and renovations. The museum has undergone a $100 million renovations that were done by the award-winning British Architectural Design and Engineering firm, Foster + Partners.

The museum had to start fundraising campaigns to raise $100 million dollars for the renovations and continued to raise money until the renovations were completed.

The Norton Museum of Art was originally built in 1941 to house the art collection of the industrialist Ralph Hubbard Norton. Today, the museum is known for its massive collection of contemporary art galleries and exhibits. The new renovations to the museum include a…

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Bring your dogs to the waterfront in West Palm Beach this Sunday, February 10th for their “Paws In The Park” event starting at 10 am.

This free event for dogs and their owners that features a pet photo booth, a doggie lure track for your pets to run around and play, food trucks, splash dogs dock jumping, a kid’s zone, a free gift provided by many of the vendors onsite for the day. The Food Trucks and vendors include: Little Moirs Food Shack and Leftovers Café, Dutch Magic, Chappy’s Food Cart, Tommy’s Concession, PCI Concessions Bar and Tropical Sno Dealtorship of Florida.

Animal rescue groups will be available throughout the day for you to have a chance to adopt a pet and bring your new friends’ home. Some of the pet adoption centers that will be there…

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The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum is open 7 days a week and hosts a series of events throughout the week. The iconic red lighthouse has been part of Jupiter’s history since its construction in 1853.

Here is a list of the events happening at the Lighthouse this month.

Twilight Yoga at the Light: Monday February 11th, 18th, and 25th
Come and join in on the ultimate yoga class outside underneath the stars and lighthouse. Mary Veal will be teaching yoga at sunset every Monday at 6 pm. The classes last approximately 1 hour, and all are welcomed to attend. Guests are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, water bottle and a flashlight. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the class and meet at the Museum. Classes are weather permitting, so be sure to check the…

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The Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center is a great place to visit if you, your kids, or your grandkids, are looking to learn more about South Florida’s local marine life.

The center is located on Hutchinson Island. Situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Lagoon, the 57-acre parcel houses the Society's headquarters, nature trails, 750,000-gallon Game Fish Lagoon, Sea Turtle Pavilion, Children's Activity Pavilion, Sea Star Touch Tank Pavilion, Rays on the Reef Ray Pavilion, and the Frances Langford Visitors Center. With its coastal hardwood hammocks and mangrove swamp communities, the site provides excellent opportunities for education and research aimed at increasing visitors' knowledge of these unique environments.

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