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Don’t Miss What’s Happening in PBC

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“Much Ado About Nothin” is just one of the many things going on in Palm Beach County this weekend and it’s hardly “Nothin”! Enjoy some Shakespeare in Delray, a gala in West Palm Beach and a Race for the Taste in Boca Raton……and if you are looking for the Summer Thyme Green Market in WPB, it has a new day and time.

Much Ado About Nothing

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHIN - Bring a blanket, picnic dinner and a bottle of your favorite cool beverage to the Old School School Square Cultural Arts Center Entertainment Pavillion in downtown Delray Beach. This Friday and Saturday, May 18th at 8pm. Enjoy this fast-paced approach using a cast of only SIX actors to play more than 15 roles!You will want to get there early to gain a good spot and please no pets….they probably wouldn’t understand Shakespeare anyway!

This is a fun family-oriented event. The price is a suggested donation of $5. ____________________________________________________________________________________

Zimmerman Advertising’s Race for the Taste

Race for the Taste

On your mark, get set, go… catch the action as 500+ cycling racers from across the state of Florida will go head-to-head at speeds in excess of 40+ mph on a Mizner Park racecourse for the state title at the Zimmerman Advertising’s Race for the Taste. Watch for the victor of what is described as NASCAR on two wheels. In addition to the cycling component, restaurants and shops at Mizner Park and Downtown Boca Raton will have race specials for all spectators. The event is FREE. For more information go to zimmermanstatecrit.com. ____________________________________________________________________________________

Summer Thyme GreenMarket on the West Palm Beach Waterfront

Summer Thyme Green Market

West Palm Beach’s Waterfront GreenMarket will will host its first and highly anticipated “Summer Thyme” season from May 23- Sept. 19, 2012. The GreenMarket will be “Fresh on Wednesday” evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. so guests can beat the heat while shopping during the summer months. Visitors can browse more than 60 vendors offering fresh fruits and vegetables, bakery and confectionary items, flowers, orchids, plants and trees and gourmet foods. Enjoy free entertainment and activities each week. ____________________________________________________________________________________

A Taste of West Palm Beach Annual Gala at the Waterfront on Saturday

Waterfront West Palm Beach!

If you are looking for a plan for Saturday night, start your evening at the Annual West Palm 100 A Taste of West Palm Gala which will be held at the Lakeside Pavilion.

Get a taste of the West Palm Beach flavor fromEnjoy the Lake Pavilion and our beautiful new waterfront while dining on food and cocktails from local venues. such as World of Beer, Pistache, Don Ramon’s, Luigi’s, Gratify, Malakor, Bahama Mama to name a few. Relax on comfy creations by Design Within Reach and enjoy a smooth cocktail made with Blue Feather Vodka.

West Palm Beach 100 is a local non-profit philanthropic organization for local professionals who love to give back to the community. Through grants, service projects, and monthly “happy hours for a cause”, this organization is one that just can’t be overlooked. This is sure to be a great time for all who attend. The money raised will benefit local organizations in need.

Ticket prices will be $95 and $125 day of the event

And for more of what’s happening this weekend and more,

check the PALM BEACH HAPPENING calendar!

Bicycle Awareness

Posted in Areas, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Jupiter, Lake Worth, Outdoor Fun, Palm Beach, Sports, Wellington, West Palm Beach | 0 comments

Ride Free, Ride Safe

It was just a few weeks ago when a 28 year old man in his Honda Accord killed a 61 year old cyclist as he was driving North on A1A. The cyclist was in the bike lane and the driver crossed over into the bike lane knocking the cyclist across the front of his car and landing hard on the pavement. (more…)

Three Date Night Ideas for PBC

Posted in Areas, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Date Night, Delray Beach, Jupiter, Lake Worth, On the Cheap, Palm Beach, Wellington, West Palm Beach | 0 comments

The same old spot

If dinner and a movie have become the ritual of your dating activities, you might want to consider switching it up once in awhile.

Take the “hum-drum” out of going to the same old spot. If you are on a budget, don’t worry. You won’t have to break the bank to have a great time. There are plenty of places in Palm Beach County for you to try! Here are three ideas for you to consider: (more…)

An Exciting Addition to PBH!

Posted in Areas, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, From the Editor, Jupiter, Lake Worth, Palm Beach, Uncategorized, Wellington, West Palm Beach | 0 comments

Check yours NOW!

We are pleased to announce that Palm Beach Happening and our parent company, Happenings Media, has partnered with Pulse, one of the most fun & interactive magazine readers made for mobile devices. Pulse is launching Local, a brand new category providing a simple and effective way to discover what’s happening around you. With everything from breaking news, sports, food and deals, Pulse Local will always keep you in the know – making your Pulse experience much more personal. Head to the Local section in our Catalog to check it out!

With Pulse Local, you can explore your favorite local news sites like Palm Beach Happening, magazines and newspapers. Keep up with news, events, beautiful photos and videos around town and learn about your local businesses.

Here’s how to get local sources straight to your Pulse:

Download the Pulse App from your device’s App Store
Tap the + button to head to the Pulse Catalog on your device
Swipe to the Local category and allow Pulse to use your location
Browse the best local sources nearby and add them to your Pulse!

A Little Tennis and A Little Golf

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This week is a pretty big week in Palm Beach County for sports fans. Happening at the Delray Beach Stadium and Tennis Center this week is the only ATP Champions Tour Event in the United States. (more…)

Irish Pubs in Palm Beach County

Posted in Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Food & Drink, Guides, Holiday Fun, Jupiter, Lake Worth, Uncategorized, Wellington, West Palm Beach | 0 comments

Some 34 million Americans have Irish ancestry, according to the 2003 US Census. That’s almost nine times the population of Ireland, which has 4.1 million people. However many Irish folks there are here in Palm Beach County doesn’t matter. On March 17th, EVERYONE has a chance to be a wee-bit Irish……just be sure to wear your shamrocks and green or you’ll get pinched! The countdown to this festive day has begun. (see official countdown clock on www.palmbeachhappening.com) Not only have we begun the countdown, we have made a list of the best Irish Pubs in Palm Beach County so you won’t miss out on any of the “shan-anigans”!

Shamrocks and Whiskey

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The Beach Guide

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Beach Bound!

Whether you live here or are just visiting, there is no place quite like the beach. Palm Beach County hosts some beautiful beaches that are open to the public for swimming, paddle boarding, surfing, or just catching some rays. From Tequesta to Boca Raton here is a list of thirteen of our oceanfront and inlet parks that are guarded for swimmers by Ocean Rescue lifeguards year-round, seven days a week, from 9:00am – 5:20pm with the following exceptions:

Peanut Island and Dubois Park have a life guard seven days of the week from Memorial Day until Palm Beach County Public Schools start in the fall.

Peanut Island is guarded from 9:15am – 4:45pm. When school is in session, the swimming areas at both Peanut Island and Dubois Park are guarded ONLY on the weekends until Memorial Day. For general park info, call: (561)-966-6600.

Carlin Park, Jupiter 400 N. Ocean Boulevard, Jupiter **

This multi-purpose park is a great place to get away from the bustle of downtown Jupiter. The Carlin Park is just south of Indiantown Road. Events includes fishing tournaments, sunset concerts and the Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival. With acres of pristine sand, sport fields and courts, picnic areas with grills, and a performing arts theatre, this park has enough to keep you busy all day long. The beaches are great for those looking for a quiet swimming spot, as surfing and fishing are restricted to allow for family-friendly aquatic fun. Be sure to stick around for some of the concerts in the park that take place at the amphitheatre, as they have a full season of free shows that are sure to delight audiences. Dogs are allowed.

Dubois Park, Jupiter 19075 Dubois Road, Jupiter 33477

Jupiter’s beautiful beachfront Dubois Park is a good place for the true nature lover to spend the day. Its abundance of sideways-walking hermit crabs will thrill any child, and the water in the lagoon is so shallow, once could bring a chair and sit in it. The beach area is small, but it is guarded during the winter and on weekends and holidays. The Dubois Pioneer Home and the Indian Mound historical/archaeological site are also located on this property. Free admission to park. Dogs are allowed. Restrooms and shower facilities are available on site.

Gulfstream Park, Gulfstream 4489 N Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach 33483

With free admission, free parking and plenty of room for picnics and other family adventures, Gulfstream Park is rarely crowded and easily accessible. With 600 feet of guarded beach with very shallow water, it’s a nice place to splash around and stay cool. One of the very unique features of this beach is that it allows pets, and is fondly nicknamed Dog Beach by area dog owners who visit it often. Both saltwater and freshwater fishing are available.

Juno Beach Park, Juno 14775 HWY A1A, Juno Beach 33408

The Juno Beach Park is where you’ll find all the beautiful people of Juno Beach strutting their stuff along the shore. Home to Juno’s 990-foot pier, this beach attracts many an angler hoping to hook into the proverbial “one that got away.” Enjoy a day at the beach with the family as Juno Beach Park has plenty of available parking, picnic areas, miles of white sand beach, and is the site for the Ocean Rescue Headquarters. Fishing and surfing is prohibited in the guarded swimming areas. Restrooms and shower facilities are available.

Jupiter Beach Park, Jupiter 1375 Jupiter Beach Road, Jupiter 33477 **

Jupiter Beach Park, Jupiter - - Jupiter Inlet beach park has a guarded beach; fishing jetty; walking distance to Dubois Park; leashed dogs allowed in the park but not on the beach; picnic areas with grills; reserved group pavilion; restrooms and showers. Jupiter Beach Park is open sunrise to sunset, fishing in the inlet is available 24 hours.

Loggerhead Park, Juno Beach 14200 US Hwy 1, Juno Beach 33480

Loggerhead Park was named such because it is a haven for nesting Loggerhead sea turtles during the summer. The eggs are protected securely, but you may sign up for a guided walk during the period when they are hatching. The park has 900 feet of guarded beach, a tennis pavilion with four courts, lots of picnic areas, a playground and a great nature trail. The county’s Marinelife Center is also located on this property.

Ocean Inlet Park, Ocean Ridge 6990 N. Ocean Blvd., Ocean Ridge, FL 33435

This county-operated 600-foot beach on the Boynton Inlet features a jetty and marina as well as more than 1,000 feet of access to the Intracoastal Waterway. There is an ocean overlook and seating pavilion. Fishing and surfing not permitted in guarded swimming areas. Beach conditions information: 561-276-3990.

Lifeguards: On duty from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Rules: No dogs, glass containers, fires.

Park is open from sunrise to sunset, but inlet fishing is allowed 24 hours a day.

Ocean Reef Park, Riviera Beach 3860 N Ocean Dr, West Palm Beach 33404

Parking at Ocean Reef Park is free. The beaches are clean and guarded. There are restroom facilities, showers, picnic areas, and a play area. A beach surf wheelchair is also available

Peanut Island Park, Riviera Beach 6500 Peanut Island Road, Riviera Beach 33404

(sometimes referred to as the Palm Beach Inlet) Peanut Island draws hundreds of locals and visitors to anchor in the shallow waters surrounding the island. The boat dock, restrooms, and camping areas are all handicapped accessible. Boat slips are available for day use as well as for registered overnight campers. There are three picnic pavilions; one is reserved for use by registered campers, but the other two are open to the public. There’s a nice walking path for nature viewing, numerous Chiki huts and a community fire ring. The park is open sunrise to sunset with the exception of the campgrounds. Campers must be registered and pay all appropriate fees. (boat access only)

Phil Foster Memorial Park, Riviera Beach 900 E. Blue Heron Blvd., Riviera Beach 33404

Phil Foster Park is located smack in the intracoastal waterway just west of Singer Island and south of Peanut Island. There are four single-lane ramps to launch your boat and parking for 81 trailers. There are also day-use boat and PWC slips, a playground, and picnic areas with grills. Open sunrise to sunset; boats ramps are open 24 hours. This park was just renovated in 2007 and it really looks nice.

R. G. Kreusler Park, 2965 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach 33480 **

Looking for a perfect beach with outdoor showers, convenient parking, clean restrooms for changing and the safety of a life-guarded beach? This is it. There is even a palm tree shaded park with benches too. If you like, the boardwalk starts here and it is an easy stroll down to the fishing pier.

South Inlet Park, Boca Raton 1298 S. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton 33432 **

This scenic county-owned park on the Boca Raton inlet goes from the ocean to the Intracoastal, featuring a pier/jetty for fishing and sightseeing, and also offers a good place to sailboard, windsurf, jet ski, canoe or kayak.

Facilities: Restrooms, showers, volleyball areas, nature area and playground. A large picnic pavilion can be reserved by groups, and there are other picnic areas with grills. For pavilion rental, call 561-966-6611.

Lifeguards: On duty from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Rules: No dogs, no glass containers, no fires.

A beach surf wheelchair is available at each of the following beach parks displaying () after it.**

Please contact a lifeguard at each location to arrange for use.

: Let’s GO!

2012 New Year’s Eve Guide

Posted in Areas, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Dining Out, Events, Food & Drink, Going Out/Nightlife, Happenings, Holiday Fun, Jupiter, Lake Worth, Palm Beach, Uncategorized, Wellington, West Palm Beach | 0 comments

Hello 2012!

The new year is only days away and there will be a plethora of celebrations to welcome 2012. Where will you want to be when the clock strikes midnight?

Here is your guide to some of the big events going on in Palm Beach County:

Bonerama New Year’s Eve

Saturday, Dec 31 10:00p at Bamboo Room

LakeWorth, FL

Even in a city that doesn’t play by the rules, New Orleans’ Bonerama is something different. They can evoke vintage funk, classic rock and free improvisation in the same set; maybe even the same song. When New Orleans’ Bonerama takes the stage, you can guess it’s not like any brass band you’ve seen. Founded by Mark Mullins and Craig Klein, former members of Harry Connick Jr.’s Big Band, Bonerama carries the brass band concept to places unknown.
Bonerama has been repeatedly recognized by Rolling Stone, hailed as “the ultimate in brass balls” and praised for their “…crushing ensemble riffing, human-feedback shrieks and wah-wah growls”. Bonerama carries the brass-band concept to places unknown; what other brass band could snag an honor for “Best Rock Band”?
Enjoy, party favors, hors d’oeuvres, champagne toast and drink specials at Bamboo Room and ring in the New year right when we present live from the Crescent City… Bonerama! (more…)