Starting at 11:00 A.M. this Saturday you and your family can go on one of the MacArthur Beach State Park's guided butterfly walks where you can see thousands of butterflies in their natural environment. You will see different species in all different colors, from orange Monarchs to black and yellow Zebra Heliconians to vivid green Malachites.

Guests of the butterfly walks are sure to see some butterflies you’ve never seen before. The educated tour guides will explain the different varieties of butterflies and what plants they are attracted and more. The hike will also include information on the plants that attract the winged insects, so there’s an educational twist in case you want to bring the kids.

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The Jim Brandon Equestrian Center in Wellington is a 111-acre world class equestrian showplace. The center is built for local horse enthusiasts looking for a place to ride and learn. Equestrian groups are sure to enjoy this quality, competitive, and affordable venue.

Learning to ride horses is a great pastime for kids and adults alike. Not only is horseback riding great exercise, it also has a built-in community of people who you can bond with and, being outdoors, it's the perfect South Florida activity.

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Where: 7500 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33413.

The Jim Brandon Equestrian Center hosts a number of Winter season events including Barrel Point Shows, Dressage Shows, Hunter Shows, and Jumper…

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This Saturday, March 30th in Downtown Abacoa the Town of Jupiter and Jupiter Police is hosting their annual Touch A Truck event for children and families.

The family-friendly event allows children and their parents to get an up-close view and be able to touch and learn about the variety of vehicles and trucks and how they service our community. Some of the trucks and vehicles at the event include a fire truck, police vehicles, trackers, ambulances, utility trucks, school buses, garbage trucks, construction equipment, and tow trucks.

There will also be a DJ playing the latest hits, bounce houses, games, a toddler play area, face painting and much more. Food will be available for purchase from various restaurants in Abacoa such as Stadium Grill, The…

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Every Thursday at the Loggerhead Marinelife Center they host an ArtSEA Kids Paint Class during the winter months.

The class begins at 10:30 am and is designed to help introduce basic sea turtle conservation and biology in young children. The art classes are geared toward children ages 3 to 5 years old.

The art class begins with a short ocean themed story and includes hands on activities before painting. Children will have to opportunity to take home their painted sea turtle figurines once the class has finished.

The class costs $10 dollars for painters and $18 dollars for two painters. Registration is required prior to the class. The next class is this Thursday, March 28th. Click here for more information.

The Loggerhead Marinelife Center is located at…

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It’s no secret that Waterfront Properties and Club Communities agents represent the most stunning listings in South Florida. If you’re searching for your dream home, we welcome you to attend any of our open houses this weekend!

 

5341 Pennock Point Rd, Jupiter, FL 33458

Sunday at 11 AM – 2 PM

$10,500,000

7 Beds, 10 Bath, 9,154 SqFt

This impeccable 7 bed/7 bath riverfront estate is a sanctuary of relaxation. Newly remodeled by Turtle Beach Construction, this home boasts luxury and craftsmanship with an open-floor plan, high-end finishes, and European White Oak flooring throughout. With 105 feet of uninterrupted waterfrontage, it has some of the most captivating views south Florida has to offer. This home features a gourmet chef's kitchen…

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This Saturday the Flying Fish Paddle Sports is hosting a Spring Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Challenge in Stuart. The event has two features, the first is an Elite 7-mile race, which is open to experienced paddlers only and a more casual “Open” race which is only 3-mile which can be entered into by anyone.

Races will start promptly at 9:00am, race day registration will be from 7:30am to 8:30am. Race fee includes a t-shirt, lunch and beverages. There will be a $250 winner takes all prize for both the men's and women's 7 Mile race and awards will be given to the top three overall in gender and age, for the 7 and 3 mile race. (as long as there are 3 competitors). The race will be located at the shop Flying Fish Paddle Sports 4969 SE Dixie Hwy. Stuart, FL…

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This week in Wellington there are plenty of events for you to attend including a Food Truck and Concert Series, Family Movie Night and a Green Market.

Tomorrow Thursday, March 28th the Wellington Amphitheater hosts its monthly Food Truck and Live Concert Series. Starting at 5 pm, the food trucks line up and prepare some of their best foods for you to enjoy. The food trucks range from burgers, seafood, pastries, desserts, tacos, Asian and much more. All are welcomed to come and enjoy some great food for your local food trucks. Also, there will be live music by The Goodnicks who play everything from pop, rock, dance and country starting at 6:30 pm. Bring your chairs and blankets for a great night. For more information, click here.

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Force-E Scuba Center is hosting a night dive under the Blue Heron Bridge this coming Saturday.

Recommended equipment: primary light, back up light and tank light.

Required equipment: Each dive group must have a state legal dive flag with light mounted on top.

Blue Heron Bridge

Blue Heron Bridge has to be the best shore dive in Florida and the USA. With masses of marine life including Moray eels, Turtles, Seahorses, Frogfish, yellow sting rays, eagle rays, flying gurnards, batfish, angelfish and many more.

The relatively shallow depth makes this a great dive for all levels of diver and anyone that likes marine life. For photographers and videographers you have lots of natural light and great macro and super macro life.

The dive at…

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Jupiter’s DuBois Park is home to one of the last remaining historic homesteads of its kind in northern Palm Beach County. The DuBois Pioneer Home is a historic landmark in Jupiter. The home closed in 2008 for an extensive renovation and now the home is open to the public for tours to learn about Jupiter’s history and the DuBois family on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The historic homes was built in 1898 and belonged to Harry and Susan DuBois, South Florida Pioneers. The home is one of the last remaining self-sufficient homesteads in the area and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The home also happens to be the second oldest existing home in Palm Beach County.

The home is built on top of a Native American shell rock midden by the family…

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The Loggerhead Marinelife Center hosts a program on Tuesday’s aimed for those who want to learn more about science and sea turtles.

The program is called Science for Seniors and is for those 55 years old and older to attend. The program includes Dr. Paul Brown and covers everything from biology and human health to the sea turtle’s biology and health.

The lectures are 1 hour long and those who attend all four sessions will receive a free graduation gift and a tour around the sea turtle rehabilitation center and hospital.

The cost to attend is free and the programs run from January until April. The next Science for Seniors is this Tuesday at 2 pm. Registration is required to reserve your spot, space is limited.

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