Found 4 blog entries tagged as October.

As soon as October hits Palm Beach County, many of us focus on one thing and one thing only: Halloween. And while the month ends in the most frightfully fun way possible with costumes, candy and decorations galore, let's not forget that October is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Placing a pink pumpkin on your porch or doorstep may also give someone the push they need to schedule a mammogram.

Throughout the month of October, many local and national organizations host events and fundraisers to raise awareness and money for the cause, but some people also turn to a classic Halloween craft — painted pumpkins! — to show their support for family members, friends and neighbors affected by breast cancer in one way or another.

 

 

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October is National Seafood Month and it is observed for the entire month. The United States is recognized as the global leader in sustainable seafood, both wild-caught and farmed. US Fishermen and fish farmers operate under some of the most robust and transparent environmental standards in the world.

Today, people all over the world love seafood and there is about a thousand or more different ways to enjoy seafood. From smoked salmon to buttery lobster tails, sushi, shrimp and much more.

Benefits of eating seafood:

Fish provide essential nutrients

Seafood promotes heart health

Seafood is great for your joints

Seafood helps with healthy, glowing skin

Eating fish boosts your brain power

Seafood can even help fight depression

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October is a favorite month for many because it’s just the right temperature and the fall season is in full swing.  October is the tenth month of the Gregorian and Julian calendars and is the sixth month of seven to have a length of 31 days.

The name October comes for the Latin word Octo, meaning eight because this was the eighth month in the early months of the Roman calendar. When the Roman calendar adopted the 12-month calendar, the name October stuck even though its currently the tenth month of the year.  

Here are some Interesting Facts about the month of October:

October’s birthstones are Tourmaline and Opal

Birth Flower for the month of October is the Calendula or Marigolds

October has two zodiac symbols: Libra (until October 22nd)…

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Breast Cancer Awareness month is here! Below are events happening in Palm Beach County where you can don your best pink outfit for a cause.

Real Men Wear Pink Concert | October 12th, 6-9 pm

Jupiter Medical Center is partnering with the Abacoa Food Truck Invasion to go pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Abacoa Town Center. The event will feature live music, breast health information, giveaways, raffle prizes, face painting, and balloon sculpting, as well as food for purchase from local food trucks.

Pitch for the Cure | October 13, 8 am – 11 pm

At Lake Catherine Park in Palm Beach Gardens and hosted by PBGYAA, this youth softball tournament raised $7,000 last year. For more information, go HERE.

Making Strides of South Palm Beach…

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