January 2021

Getting ready to remodel your home? Habitat for Humanity has a “Deconstruction Program” to help.  Donations to Habitat for Humanity ReStores have helped build over 212 new Habitat homes in the Palm Beach County and surrounding areas. Whether you support Habitat for Humanity by shopping or donating to one of the nearly 900 Habitat locations in the U.S. your support helps Habitat provide strong and stable homes to help build strong and stable communities to those in need.  Habitat has been building homes since 1986!

If you are a homeowner planning a remodel, a contractor, or a part of the construction industry, call to schedule a walk-through with one of the deconstruction team members.  All items must be in good condition, approved by the Habitat

The 2021 Old Bahama Bay Wahoo Charity Cup is actually the postponed tournament from November of 2020, and will take place on February 4th-6th at OBB Resort & Marina in West End Grand Bahama to benefit Leukaemia & Lymphoma NI.

In 2019, a total of 37 boats registered, and Team LLANGUS earned first place overall with a 132.7lb three-fish aggregate. Second place went to CORKS CREW with a 130.7 lb aggregate and biggest tuna at 24.2 lbs. 45’ Gamefisherman CHIEF placed third place overall with 126.4 pounds of wahoo.

The first year of the tournament paid out over $40,000 in prize money and raised over $105,000 for Leukemia and Lymphoma NI.

Schedule of Events

Thursday February 4th, 2021

4:00 pm- 6:00 pm: Boat check in and registration

The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum is hosting three events this week. Head to the lighthouse this week to attend one of their events or tour the Lighthouse Grounds and Museum or climb to the top of the lighthouse to see the incredible view of Jupiter.

Events happening at the Lighthouse this week.

Twilight Yoga at the Light: Monday, January 25th at 6 pm

Head to the lighthouse tonight and enjoy and peace and serenity of Yoga at sunset. The outdoor yoga class is taught by Mary Veal on the Lighthouse Deck. Beginners and all levels of yoga are welcomed to attend the class. Attendees are asked to bring their own yoga mats and a bottle of water. Registration is required due to limited space and the class costs $10 dollars to attend.

Lighthouse

Not much is “average” in the Palm Beaches, fabulous year around weather, beautiful white sand beaches, top notch golf courses and so much more.  Not even thrift stores are what you think of as average, traditional resale shops. Whether you are a regular thrift shop explorer or are considering something different to do on a lazy day, there is something about vintage shops that draw you back in for more.  Palm Beach County has a handful of top-of-the-line rare finds when it comes to prudence shops that will not disappoint.

Exploring re-sale shops is a hunt for that needle in a haystack, our search for our hidden find, and the gem that is waiting to be found. So, if you are on the quest for something special or just want to browse around, the

 Andalucía Tapas Bar and Restaurant is an authentic Spanish tapas bar in the heart of the Jupiter/Tequesta area.  The tapas bar is located at 187 Tequesta Drive in Tequesta. The word tapas are derived from the Spanish noun tapa, meaning "cover" or "lid.". Americans know tapas as a word for hors d'oeuvres served in a bar. However, there is more to the story.

Many years ago, weary travelers would stop at an inn for a rest and a “chiquito” (small glass of wine).  Since there were no screens on the windows, occasionally a fly may be in the bar, to prevent it from falling into the glass of wine, the innkeeper would place a piece of fresh crusty bread or cracker with cheese over the top. As time went by options for “tapas” grew.  They are always small

Are you looking for an innovative way in Palm Beach County to shop for farm fresh produce? Then, head down to the West Palm Beach every Saturday morning for the GreenMarket.  The GreenMarket runs until April 2021. Those interested in arriving by boat can also take advantage of the City’s free public docks. If going to the GreenMarket by boat is not an option parking is free in the Evernia/Olive garage during market hours and a flat fee of $5 in the Banyan/Olive garage before 1 p.m.

 This weekly event brings together over 90 vendors selling locally grown farm fresh food, fresh flowers, orchids, decadent baked goods, vegan offerings, coffees, teas, spices, handmade items, crafty finds, and much more.

 Some of the vendors this year at the

The quaint seaside Town of Hobe Sound is celebrating the 20th Anniversary Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts.  The festival returns with the some of the nation's top artists and skilled craft artisans. This 2-day event is a socially distanced outdoor art show and craft marketplace.  The festival is a community event taking place on Dixie Highway from Bridge Road to Venus Street.

For the past 20 years thousands of local residents and visitors have been invited to stroll amidst life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography, ceramics and more.  Artists are present on site to chat and discuss their inspirations as well as the processes for each unique piece. 

Dates and Times:

Saturday, February 6th, 2021

Located in the Great Lawn area of Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach is this massive sculpture was designed by internationally acclaimed artist, Patrick Dougherty.  The Stickwork sculpture is created from 30,000 pounds of willow during a three-week “community build” project in which over 100 volunteers lent a helping hand.

Patrick Dougherty and his son/building partner, Sam Dougherty, along with the volunteers, completed the installation in a total of 632 hours over 159 shifts. Completed on January 26, 2019, visitors are now able to stroll through, appreciate, and become one with a living art experience!

The senior Dougherty is based out of North Carolina and is well known for his Stickwork projects that combine

Delray’s popular pizza and pasta restaurant,  Elisabetta’s Ristorante, opened in Downtown West Palm Beach. Recently debuted, their inner-city waterfront location, at 185 Banyan Boulevard, is making a name for itself with the whimsical gelato cart, draping lights, retro décor and even a full-size bocce ball court.  The newest restaurant features a multi-tiered terraced outdoor dining space and spectacular Intracoastal Waterway views.

The cuisine is drawing rave reviews. Expect Italian classics made from scratch onsite. Chef /Partner Lisabet Summa said, “In order for us to replicate the things we love the most about Italian food and cooking, we had to make these things ourselves by hand... that is the thing that informs and dignifies the cuisine and

Tiger Woods and back problems are as synonymous and Tiger Woods and major championships, especially over the past few years.

With four back surgeries already to his name, Tiger announced on Tuesday that he recently underwent a fifth back procedure, another microdiscectomy. That's right, Woods now has as many back operations to his name as Green Jackets in his closet.

Tiger, who won the 2019 Masters, completing one of the most compelling and improbable comebacks in sports history announced in his statement that due to the procedure he will miss the West Coast Swing, including the Farmers Insurance Open and the Genesis Invitational, and event he hosts through his charity.

While no official announcement has been made, the procedure will likely