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Have you ever been called a “nutty fruitcake”? Today is National Fruitcake Day, December 27, and we celebrate the holiday favorite and every “nutty fruitcake” person you know! It is a day for fruitcake lovers to delight in the charms of the world’s most misunderstood cake. Palm Beach County residents can revel in a special day of holiday cake joy!

Made with chopped candied or dried fruit, nuts, and spices and sometimes soaked in spirits, fruitcake has been a holiday gift-giving tradition for many years. It is a cake that is a boozy, chewy, rich amalgam of dried fruit, nuts, and sugar, saturated with your favorite alcohol, most commonly brandy or bourbon. That produces a dense, sweet, and textured treat served around the holidays.

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Whether you forget an ingredient for the Christmas meal, need a last-minute gift, or want to go out to eat, your options will be limited Saturday as it is Christmas Day. The majority of stores in Palm Beach County will stay closed for Christmas Day.

While all hope is not lost, the mileage may vary on how far you will have to travel for any forgotten items. Most Walgreens and CVS locations will be open along with several convenience stores including 7-Eleven, Wawa, and Cumberland Farms.

If you are looking to grab a snack or a meal on Christmas Day, most national restaurant chains like Chili’s, Taco Bell, and Chick-fil-A are closed, but many Starbucks, McDonald's, IHOP, Denny’s, Waffle House, and Dunkin' locations will be open. 

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It is down to the wire and the last opportunity to wrap up your Christmas shopping. The Palm Beach County malls are packed with people, many short on patience and always rushing about. Parking can be an issue. Why not consider alternative gift buying locations? Consider the following suggestions. 

Most items at a zoo gift shop are perfect for the animal lover — and who does not love animals? For example, at the Palm Beach Zoo shops or Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter, you can find animal-related clothing, plush animals, toys, books, home décor, and other unique items available only there.

At a science museum shop, the range of gifts — including books games, apparel, build-it kits, rocks, and more. Check out the South Florida Science Museum…

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The gingerbread man has become tantamount with Christmas. Aside from candy canes and hot chocolate, there is one food that has a bit of a question mark during the holiday season – gingerbread. Have you ever wondered this how this delicious food became such a popular winter favorite?

Old-fashioned laws restricted ginger as it was used medicinally. According to Epicure & Culture, gingerbread was sacred. The only time it was allowed to be made by the public was during Christmas and Easter. Gingerbread was a restricted food however at the holidays these regulations were relaxed, and people could use ginger and bake gingerbread in their own at home. It was an incredibly special treat! 

Palm Beach County here is a remarkably simple, gingerbread recipe…

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The Kravis Center is a foundation of arts and culture in Palm Beach County. Invite family and friends to enjoy a Christmas holiday performance at the Kravis Center.  The Kravis Center is located near downtown West Palm Beach and is easily accessible via I-95 and the Turnpike. Complimentary self-parking and paid valet parking is available.

Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical 

December 23 at 1 pm & 7 pm (Thursday)
The beloved TV classic Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer soars off the screen and onto the stage this holiday season. See all of your favorite characters as they come to life in Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special.
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 Palm Beach County is winding down towards the end of shopping for Christmas.  As it narrows down take advantage of an upscale tropical island setting at the Sailfish Marina.  As the Sailfish Marina hosts the Sunset Celebration, on Singer Island, you will find the premier weekly arts and crafts show of the Palm Beaches. Here you may find a unique last-minute holiday gist for a loved one or friend. On any Thursday evening from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, you may find wood sculpture, pottery, watercolors, blown glass, gold and silver jewelry, and much, much more from more than 30 different artists.

Musicians play island tunes on guitar and steel drum, and patrons can buy their famous “grouper dogs” (fried grouper in a hotdog bun) or conch fritters right on…

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Toys for Tots Christmas Toy Drive will be coming on December 19, 2021. The organization will be distributing toys to kids in the Palm Beach County community. The goal is hoping to help bring joy and relief to those parents in need. 

If you would like to register your child/children for this year’s Toys for Tots Toy Drive, please do so below. Be sure to provide the name of each child, age, gender, parent name, phone number, and email address.

The event will take place at Dyer Park at the Hawk Pavilion. Dyer Park is located at 7301 Haverhill Road North, Dyer Park, West Palm Beach. We look forward to seeing you all this coming December 19, 2021. 

Remember no act of kindness no matter how small is ever wasted. Bring a smile to a little face and…

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During the holiday season, many are awaiting package deliveries. Who does not hate missing a package delivery? Palm Beach County, as well as all around the United States, has been faced with a new scam – the missed package swindle. Cybercriminals know this.

So, they have created a ruse that involves leaving a note on your door claiming to have a package for you that could not be delivered. The note contains a phone number to call to reschedule the delivery. If you call the number, you will be greeted with questions related to your personal identity that can later be used to commit fraud.

If you receive a missed delivery note, look at it closely for any mistakes or other signs that it could be fraudulent. It is also a good idea to check your…

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Palm Beach Opera is celebrating its 60th anniversary! Because of the generosity of individuals, charitable foundations, and corporations, Palm Beach Opera can present world-class opera productions, education programs, and extraordinary events to enrich the lives of those in our community. The 60th anniversary season of the Palm Beach Opera opened Saturday night with a performance of Henry Purcell’s "Dido and Aeneas”.

Save the date for an exclusive celebration of opera, elegance, and entertainment on Monday, February 7 at The Breakers Palm Beach. Enjoy an elegant dinner and be enchanted by the artistry and amazing voice of the internationally renowned soprano, Nadine Sierra.

Ticket sales cover just 25% of annual expenses. A donation today will…

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The holidays allow for a little wiggle room in your Palm Beach County bikini diet so try something not too sweet yet decadent. Make Christmas a “calorie-free” zone and indulge. New Year’s Resolutions will be here before you know it.

Christmas pudding is a type of pudding traditionally served as part of the British or Irish Christmas dinner. Many households have their own recipes for Christmas pudding, some have been handed down through families for generations. The recipe brings together what traditionally were expensive or luxurious ingredients, making a gift in and of itself. Try this white chocolate Macadamia nut bread pudding recipe this holiday season.

Ingredients:

- 0.25 cup water

- 1.33333 cup cups sugar, divided

- 0.25 cup plus…

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