What you need to know about Sanibel
While trying to decide on a new place to visit in Florida, we decided it was time to make a trip to the west coast and headed to Sanibel Island for a 3 days stay at Sunset Beach Inn. From … Continue reading →
J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
While on a recent vacation to beautiful Sanibel Island, we decided to check out the J.N. Darling Wildlife Refuge. It’s a good idea to start at the Free Visitor/Education Center with several interactive exhibits, schedules and information about J.N. Darling … Continue reading →
Lazy Summer Days at Dreher Park
Ahh, summer is here… finally! Early morning is a good time to visit your local park while the heat is still manageable. Dreher Park is one of my favorite and really close to my home. My dog Gracie and I … Continue reading →
Upcoming WPB and local events 2017
St Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival Atlantic Avenue Downtown Delray Beach, Fl Friday – Saturday, March 10, 11, 2017 Parade: Saturday at noon Fun Run: Saturday 11AM Wear your Green Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! You are invited to … Continue reading →
Lake Worth Street Painting Festival Feb. 25-26 2017
Streets of downtown Lake Worth are transformed every year with beautiful, colorful and vibrant work of arts. Award-winning artists from all over the country as well as several local artists participate in this 2-day event showcasing their talents using only … Continue reading →
Manatee Lagoon One Year Anniversary Weekend Feb 4-5
Come celebrate this weekend the One Year Anniversary of the Manatee Lagoon and FPL Eco-Discovery Center. With January and February being the coldest months in South Florida, manatees love to warm themselves in the 86 degrees water temperature of the … Continue reading →
PBIA Travel Plaza – New Cell Phone Lot Waiting Area
Located across the street from the old cell phone parking lot area, the brand new much anticipated PBIA Travel Plaza has finally opened. The new convenience plaza is located at 2050 Belvedere Road just west of Australian Avenue. Its aim … Continue reading →
Martin Luther King Jr. PB County events January 2017
Here are some of the best local events to celebrate the life and contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Riviera Beach 33rd annual MLK Gala Parade Saturday, January 14 – 10 a.m. Along Blue Heron Blvd, heading east up … Continue reading →
Visit Hoffman’s Winter Wonderland until December 30
5190 Lake Worth Road Lake Worth, Florida You have until December 30, 2016 from 6pm to 10pm nightly except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day to go and visit Hoffman’s Winter Wonderland. Truly amazing with beautiful Christmas nativity scene and Hanukkah … Continue reading →
Mounts Botanical Garden – relax and recharge the senses
531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach (Across from PB International Airport) Free Parking Admission: Free to members, $5.00 for non-members. Hours: 7 days a week, 10:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you haven’t been to Mounts Botanical Garden in … Continue reading →
Sandi Land – Best Christmas Sand Sculptures in South Florida
101 South Flagler Drive West Palm Beach, Fl Tree Lighting – Thursday, Dec. 1 2016 Come to the WPB Waterfront Thursday, December 1, 2016 for the official lighting of Sandi, our own South Florida style 35-foot Christmas tree. Made of … Continue reading →
Apoxee Trail – Great hike for beginners
Grassy Waters Preserve Apoxee Trail West Palm Beach Fl Open 7:00am-6:00pm There’s no need to go far to find a place to hike. In West Palm Beach, Grassy Waters Preserve has several trails to choose from. Recently, we headed to … Continue reading →
Christmas Tree Lighting Events WPB area
There are many ways to enjoy the Holiday Season in South Florida. Attending a Christmas Tree Lighting event is often at the top of the list. As a family tradition, it’s always an experience to cherish with the ones you … Continue reading →
September 2016 Top Events in WPB
If you are looking for something to do this September, here are the top 3 events in West Palm Beach. Countdown 2 Zero Adoption Event Saturday, September 10, 2016 10AM to 5PM Palm Beach County Convention Center Free Admission Countdown … Continue reading →
Halloween events and Fall Festivals in WPB
Spookyville in Yesteryear Village at WPB Fairgrounds 9067 Southern Blvd. West Palm Beach, Fl 33411 For a safe place for children to trick-or-treat, head out to Spookyville at WPB Fairgrounds. Come to this old-fashioned Halloween where families with children 12 … Continue reading →
Seafood Festivals South Florida 2016
Feast of the Sea Saturday, October 22, 2016 Downtown West Palm Beach Meyer Amphitheater 11am-4pm – Free Admission 6pm-10pm – Chefs Challenge Grand Tasting (Exclusive Tasting Event $40 to $175) Get ready for the 3rd Annual Feast of the Sea … Continue reading →
Riviera Beach Marina Green Market
200 East 13th Street Riviera Beach, Fl 33404 Hours: Saturdays 10am to 2pm While most green markets in the area open in October, the Riviera Beach Marina Village Green Market will be open all year long, every Saturdays from 10am … Continue reading →
Lake Lytal Summer Pool Party Saturday, July 30
With all the hot weather we’ve been experiencing, it’s always good to head out to the local pool to cool off. There’s always something to learn concerning pool safety. So head out to Lake Lytal Family Aquatic Center for the … Continue reading →
Grassy Waters Cypress Boardwalk Trail
Located at 8264 Northlake Blvd. West Palm Beach, Florida Cypress Boardwalk Trail is one of the easiest trails as you walk on an elevated wooded boardwalk. The Nature Center was closed for renovation on the day I visited. Make sure … Continue reading →
4th of July 2016 Festivities WPB
This year, the 4th of July festivities start early since it falls on Monday. Lots of fun activities are planned in West Palm Beach for this 3-day Weekend Holiday Celebrations. Saturday, July 2 2016 BBQ, Blues and Brews Second annual … Continue reading →