Meatballs have taken a back seat to spaghetti for far too long. Thankfully, the introduction of National Meatball Day has settled that score. Celebrated annually on March 9th. this unofficial holiday is the perfect day to celebrate the little balls of meat. So, whether you like meatballs on your spaghetti, love Swedish meatballs, or enjoy a tasty meatball sub then this holiday might just be the one that you want to celebrate. 

Slip into the juiciest day of the year for carnivores at Josie's Ristorante located at 650 East Woolbright Road, Boynton Beach. On National Meatball Day, Wednesday, March 9, the family-owned, Italian hotspot, will treat guests to mouthwatering, $5 prime short rib meatballs crowned with homemade tomato sauce, parmesan cheese,…

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One of Southeast Florida’s most treasured state parks is just about a two-hour drive from Palm Beach County. The Everglades National Park is the third largest national park, and the biggest tropical wilderness in the United States. Everglades National Park is an American national park that protects the southern twenty percent of the original Everglades in Florida. The Everglades National Park is located at 40001 State Road 9336 in Homestead. The park has two seasons: the wet season and the dry season, so plan accordingly.

There are three entrances to Everglades National Park, and they are not connected, they are accessed through different areas of south Florida. The Everglades National Park is a massive 1.5 million wetland acre. There are more than…

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Enjoy an eco-tour through the mangroves within the Intracoastal Waterway at the Lake Worth Lagoon. You will be able to catch a glimpse of the magnificent mansions of Palm Beach! The immensely popular Mangroves and Mansions 2-Hour Kayak Tour is a memorable way to spend the afternoon. The exploration begins on the Downtown West Palm Beach waterfront where a guide will set each guest up with gear. A brief “paddling 101” lesson will precede the journey.

They launch and paddle their way through the South Cove Natural Area, which has man-made, mangrove islands. Along with the guided tour, marine life and wildlife can be spotted along the way including Blue Heron, American Egret, osprey, crab, snook, manatees, and others. Continuing past the Society of…

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Find a midweek arts and crafts show every Thursday at the Sailfish Marina Sunset Celebration. Enjoy a relaxed and enjoyable evening with friends and family. Browse across the distinctive arts and crafts in a stunning tropical island setting on Singer Island.  Make an evening of it. See distinct silver and gold jewelry, wood sculptures, pottery, watercolors, blown glass, enjoy music, and more There are over thirty-five artists from across the United States exhibiting their artistry and works. 

The Sunset Celebration along the Sailfish Marina seawall features live music and vendors selling a variety of hand-made unique items. Enjoy dinner at the restaurant, stroll along and watch the boats at the sunsets. Try a “Grouper Dog” or “Conch Fritters” from…

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Hive Bakery & Café is a fashionable and chic American-style eatery serving breakfast, lunch, soup, pastries, and coffee. Hive is located at 424 Palm Street in West Palm Beach. The husband-and-wife culinary team of Jay and Amber Felton own the chic café. Diners have the option of dining in or taking it “to go.” They even offer “to go” dinners.

Hive Bakery & Café offers a flavorful menu based on seasonal selections of fresh, local produce. Featuring house-made pastries, artisanal bread, and savory cuisine focused on wood-fired rotisserie cooking and seasonal vegetables, Hive Bakery and Cafe is a savory spot to eat. Feast in the main indoor seating area or dine al fresco outdoors under the adjoining gazebo.

Jay serves as executive chef and makes…

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Palm Beach County, as well as all the United States, celebrates women’s role in history each year during the month of March. The 2022 Women’s History theme, “Providing Healing, Promoting Hope,” is both a tribute to the ceaseless work of caregivers and frontline workers during this ongoing pandemic and a recognition of the thousands of ways that women of all cultures have provided both healing and hope throughout history.

The National Women’s History Project was started in California in 1980 by a small group of women. They led the coalition that successfully lobbied Congress to designate March as National Women’s History Month. It is now celebrated across the United States. Since, the beginning, the project has established the theme for women’s…

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Many people will fly in the direction of the nearest beach for spring break. Thusly, making Southeast Florida a popular destination for many people nationwide. College students will flock to our beaches for rest and relaxation. It is estimated that spring breakers spend in excess of $1.5 billion dollars.

However, beaches and their inhabitants suffer the consequences of this influx of visitors during springtime. On the behalf of the Palm Beach County beaches, please collect your trash when you depart the beach and leave only footprints behind.

Every spring, the headlines are laden by the amount of trash that has been left behind by spring break tourists. The trash that invades the beaches typically involves Styrofoam, plastic, and alcohol cans…

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The Andrew “Red” Harris Foundation has been building reefs off the Palm Beach County coastline for several years. The Andrew “Red” Harris Foundation was created to honor the memory of Andrew Harris, a local young man, who was struck by a boat while snorkeling in the Jupiter Inlet. Andrew loved to dive and fish, and the foundation’s work will help ensure the long-term health and vibrancy of the local marine environment.

The foundation began a substantial education initiative in 2018. The goal was to donate a 5-book set of the “Professor Clark the Science Shark” series to every third-grade classroom in Florida, 55,000 books in all! The goal was met!

Children love the story of the little boy, Andrew, who becomes a lifelong friend with an orphaned…

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This is your own personal oasis. This is where people and products embody the island life. It is a moment in time to change your state of mind into island time! The world is upside down. Do not self-isolate. There is not a more beautiful or picturesque place than Jupiter! Jimmy Buffet said it well, “Fly off to a tropical oasis somewhere between the Port of Indecision and Southwest of Disorder. A place where the drinks are always full, and the music never stops playing. Sunny days and bright blue skies!

Harbourside Place, 126 Soundings Avenue, Jupiter features a Tommy Bahama location, inspired by the relaxed sophistication of coastal living. The Tommy Bahama at Harbourside Place features tropical and vibrant colors with unique details. They feature…

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Before beginning the following week, take Sunday for yourself. It is called “Sunday Fun Day” for a particular reason! North Palm Beach area eateries have water view restaurants that are ideal for a leisure Sunday afternoon. Grab a bite, grab a drink, and decompress prior to what is heading your way on Monday morning. By celebrating "Sunday Funday" you can extend your weekend festivities just a little longer before putting the weekend to rest. This day typically started out with Mimosas or Bloody Mary’s and a fulfilling brunch or lunch. It then typically continues throughout the day. Since the "Sunday Funday" ends early, be rest assured that you will go to bed to be perfectly refreshed for work on Monday morning.

Try either of these lively “Sunday…

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