July 2019

The Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation Society is a non-profit and is one of Florida’s top-rated zoological organizations in the state. The zoo is located in West Palm Beach in Dreher Park and many animals in the zoo are endangered. The zoo houses more than 550 animals and over 190 species and roam throughout the 23 acres of tropical habitat.

Today, the Palm Beach Zoo is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm and is only closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Tickets are required for admission and the zoo is separated into different areas. Some of the animals that roam freely include: monkey’s, birds, tigers, bears, alligators, sloths, jaguars, and much more.

Tickets are $18.95 for children, $22. 95 for those 60 and older, $24.95 for adults and children under 2

Craft beer has become a part of the culture here in Palm Beach County. The county has currently 19 breweries and counting both big and small. Many of the manufacturers measure their success in craft beer by the quality of their batches with flavors suited to the tropical environment of South Florida.

Discover the Palm Beaches, an official tourism marketing corporation for Palm Beach County has put together an Ale Trail list of the breweries in the area.

Here are some of the local breweries on the list.
Civil Society Brewing in Jupiter
Tequesta Brewing Company in Tequesta
Twisted Truck Brewing in Palm Beach Gardens
Matthews Brewing Company in Lake Worth
Due South Brewing Company in Boynton Beach
Saltwater Brewery in Delray Beach

Most all of the breweries have

Palm Beach County's rich sub-tropical climate allows for nearly anything to grow. From orchids to poincianas to banyan trees, beautiful flowers bloom all over the area. Get to see all the possibilities at our local gardens, where a variety of diverse South Florida plant species grow. 

Morikami Museum

The Morikami Museum has 6 tranquil gardens spread across 16 acres. Visitors can spend time discovering the Japanese culture at the museum and then take a walk through the serene gardens. Also at the museum and garden, Cornell Café serves up sushi and light fare and their gift shop sells items like tea sets, tea, kimonos and other Japanese decorations. The Morikami is a legacy of the Yamato Colony, an early 1900s settlement of Japanese farmers

This Friday, Downtown Abacoa is hosting their popular reoccurring Food Truck Friday on Town Center Drive.

Town Center Drive will be closed to traffic and the Food Trucks line up along the road for the ultimate outdoor picnic. The Food Trucks featured throughout the night specialize in their own cuisine and feature everything from tacos, desserts, burgers, hot dogs, sea food and much more.

Gather your friends and family and enjoy a night of fun and great food. There will also be a DJ there performing the latest hits at the Abacoa Amphitheater. Feel free to bring your own chairs, tables and blankets to enjoy the food and music. Free parking is available in several parking garages nearby. Food Trucks Friday’s is free to attend with drink and food purchases.

Pick a partner and take a relaxing canoe cruise along the Grassy Waters Preserve in West Palm Beach. Paddle through the shallow waters of the Everglades and see nature up close. There are lots of birds, turtles, and rabbits on the trail. You may even see an alligator- but don't worry, they won't come close. A tour guide will be leading the pack, pointing out wildlife and talking about the history and ecology of the Grassy Waters and the Everglades.

Be sure to sign up with another person because canoes take two paddlers. Bring closed-toe shoes, some water, and maybe sunscreen and a hat. The cruise will be this Sunday, December 17th from 9:30 a.m.- 11 a.m. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 children. Children must be at least 6 years old and partner

Tonight, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum is hosting their reoccurring Lighthouse Sunset Tour.

Come and climb to the top of the iconic Jupiter Lighthouse and see the spectacular sunset views over the water and the town of Jupiter. Visitors will also get to witness the light turn on and illuminate the sky and get a sneak peak into the lighthouse Watch Room to see how everything works.

The tours are approximately 75 minutes long and cost $20 dollars per person or $15 dollars per lighthouse members. The tours are weather permitting, be sure to check their website for more information. The tours are open to all ages and children must be at least 48 inches tall to climb the tower steps.

The next Lighthouse Sunset Tour:
Wednesday, July 10th at 7:45 pm,

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Sunday at 12 PM – 3 PM

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Rapids Water Park is a popular summer attraction in Palm Beach County. The water park is the largest water park in all of South Florida with more than 30 acres of space. The park features 42 slides and attractions including a wave pool, lazy river, a kid’s zone, surfing, body boarding, and giant water slides.

The water park and slides range in all levels of intensity, some of the slides can hold up to 6 people at a time. This year marks the water park’s 40th Anniversary and opened for the summer season in March. Rapids can also accommodate and host special events, school trips, parties, and have cabana rentals to rent throughout the day.

The water park is divided into three sections: Thrills Rides, Family Rides and a Kid’s Zone. The Thrill Ride section

The Trashy Tutu Paddle And Mangrove Cleanup is a fun way to help keep Jupiter’s pristine waters fresh and free of any trash. Bring your paddleboard, paddle and a trash bag to either Coral Cove Park or Jupiter Pointe Paddling and get ready to go out with a group of locals to pick up some trash in the most fun possible way. This is a great event for families with kids as it provides an opportunity to show young people that giving back can be an enjoyable experience.

There will be a few cans of “hidden water” floating around which, if you find, can be turned in for rewards at the end of the night. Following the event, everyone is invited to meet and mingle at the Blue Pointe Bar and Grill in Tequesta.

Paddlers can launch from two areas: Coral Cove

For two weekends in a row, Carlin Park in Jupiter is hosting the annual Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival. The festival is in its 29th year and this year Shakespeare By The Sea brings another summer of Shakespeare under the stars. This year’s production will be Romeo and Juliet.

The Festival begins this Thursday, July 11th through Sunday, July 14th and next Thursday, July 18th through Sunday, July 21st. The gates open for the event at 6:30 pm with performances beginning at 8 pm. Shakespeare By The Sea is free to attend with a suggested donation.

Those who attend are welcomed to bring your own blankets, chairs and food to the outdoor professional performances. There will also be a Food truck onsite during the night for food and drink purchases.

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