The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department is celebrating 50 years of providing healthy, joyful living to residents and visitors to Palm Beach County. The recreation department is recognized nationally for excellence in park and recreation management. Palm Beach County Parks operates more than 110 parks and recreational facilities and provides organized recreational programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. 

PBC Parks and Recreation ‘Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz’ Begins September 1 through 30, 2022. This event is aimed at raising public awareness about the importance of pollinators and the role parks play in advancing pollinator health and native habitat. Residents are encouraged to participate in the national Parks…

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Lake Worth picnic performances at Bryant Park is located at Bryant Park Lake Avenue and Golfview on the Intracoastal Waterway. Enjoy world class performing arts on the lawn in beautiful Lake Worth. The City of Lake Worth is extending an occasion for a delightful outdoor weekend activity of musical arts in the park.

 The 2022 Season of Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America showcases twenty-six live and in-person music, dance, and theater events produced in partnership with a diverse and storied lineup of New York City’s performing arts institutions.

The musical art performances are generally featured at 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Sundays in Bryant Park Amphitheater, 100 South Golfview Road, Lake Worth Beach. Feel free to bring your own…

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It is time to see what the Palm Beach County Food Truck scene has to offer. Have a taste of some of the finest food truck cuisine in the area with "Tasty Tuesdays".  The varying cuisine wagons roll in for  dining outdoors and family fun. There is something for everyone. Discover a variety of exceptional cuisines from American, Indian, Italian, Seafood, Mexican, and more. Examples of the food you might see include vegan tacos, fried delights, burgers, desserts, and more. 

If you want the best way to search for food trucks, use the Best Food Trucks mobile app. You can download it here for either IOS or Android.

Wellington:

Events with food trucks and live entertainment are usually held from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Thursdays at Wellington…

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As the dog days of summer wind down and the kids are back at school, it’s the perfect opportunity to allow furry family members to have a special pool, and play day. Not much further south in Broward County there are two splashy water play parks, which are going to the dogs. Both pool parks are normally people-only. For the K-9 events, proof of rabies vaccine and license tag is required. Dogs need to be well-behaved and off-leash.

K9 Water Festivals: 

The K9 Water Festivals are planned for 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the following dates: October 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, and 23, at T.Y. Park, 3300 N. Park Road., Hollywood. The Seminole Indian name of this 138.6-acre urban park, Topeekeegee Yugnee, means "meeting or gathering place," appropriate for a park…

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People believe that drum circles help boost the immune system and promote physical healing. What is known is that drum circles offer an opportunity for physical movement and meditative rhythms, as well as bringing people together. On Wednesday evening, August 31, 2022 under the starry sky, Abasi Hanif, teaches rhythms, their accompanying parts, and gives drum circle participants a chance to freestyle over a steady rhythm. The Norton offers free community programs outside on the northeast corner of the Museum property at Jefferson Road and South Olive Avenue in West Palm Beach. 

According to The Norton, Abasi “Manblack” Hanif is highly accomplished and well respected in the community. It states Hanif “is a teaching artist, spoken word poet, West…

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Come enjoy fresh, handmade, and specialty made products at the Stuart Green Market in Martin County. The green market started in 1990 and is held every Sunday beginning at 9:00 a.m. The market is your one-stop shop for everything from beachwear, authentic foods, river cruise tickets, artisan soaps, houseplants, pepper jelly, fresh produce, fresh Spanish tapas, and more!

When you buy locally you support the community and the environment. Enjoy locally caught seafood, locally grown produce, food prepared fresh, and art from local area vendors. All fruit and vegetables are freshly picked ingredients for cooking at home. The Stuart green market offers an opportunity to grab a delicious cooked "right in front of you" meal that you can eat at the market…

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Have you ever wondered why Palm Beach County has a population of 1,496,770 making it the third-most populous county in the State of Florida and the 25th-most populous county in the United States. It could very well be Palm Beach County’s 47 miles of coastline and gorgeous tropical climate offer endless opportunities for dining with a water view. The county offers come-as-you-are beach bars with sand on the floor to open-air restaurants overlooking intracoastal waterways. Try one of these local favorites for lunch or dinner.

Guanabanas, 960 North Highway A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477

Sitting on a quiet offshoot of the Intracoastal Waterway across from a lush park, Guanabanas is a hidden gem that feels like paradise. The palm-fringed patios, stone…

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“Beyond the Wall: Visions of the Asian Experience in America”, features large mural works by contemporary artists JUURI, Hiromi Moneyhun, Elena Ohlander, Boy Kong, and Casey Kawaguchi. The exhibit is at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is located at 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach and runs through September 25, 2022.

Asian immigrants have played a fundamental role in the building of this nation in all facets of life, including agriculture, business, medicine, technology, and the arts. Beyond the Wall features the work of five dynamic contemporary artists of Japanese and Asian American descent who explore their cultural heritage and individual identities through the powerful, large-scale medium of the mural. The artists’…

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Last week Eastern Kentucky was in the wake of catastrophic flooding that killed dozens of people and displaced thousands of residents and their pets from their homes. American Humane’s Rescue Team rushed to the impacted area. American Humane is located at 251 Royal Palm Way, Palm Beach. One of the rescue trucks was donated by internationally renowned philanthropist and Palm Beach resident, Lois Pope. This huge, 50-foot mobile rescue unit makes it possible for American Humane first responders to be on the ground and provide aid to animals and relief organizations in real-time.

“Thanks to the compassion of Lois Pope, our dedicated team of first responders was able to answer the urgent call for help and deploy to Eastern Kentucky where they are saving…

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The Sailfish Marina Resort is a tropical escape within paradise with Old Florida charm. Home to a world-famous fleet of luxury sportfishing yachts and water taxis that will take you cruising through the Palm Beaches.  Join the "Sunset Celebration" every Thursday along the seawall and dine in the fantastic waterfront eatery. Treat yourself to a tropical evening on the water and head over to Sailfish Marina on Singer Island. Thursday nights are known for their “Sunset Celebration”.  Between the hours of 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. the marina turns into music immersed, a tropical retreat. This event is free to attend and takes place all year long.

It is a perfect event for the whole family. Feed the fish off the floating dock. Grab a grouper dog and stroll…

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