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Hi West Palm Beach, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Hospital campus overhaul, a sunset canoe, and a Thai food market + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
New partnership drives redevelopment: Good Samaritan Medical Center plans an overhaul in West Palm Beach, rebuilding the hospital and adding housing, retail and wellness space, with funding and a nonprofit foundation to support care — see what’s planned for campus.
Workforce and families prioritized: The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation awarded $8.4 million to Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties to bolster nonprofits for youth and economic mobility, with awards expected spring 2026 — explore funding priorities and timeline.
A sensory-rich brand showcase: U.S. Polo Assn. reopened its USPA Shop Flagship at the National Polo Center in Wellington, featuring immersive activations and a 360-degree screen. More experiences roll out through the winter season — see what’s planned this winter.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
When only a burger will do: Grease Burger Bar is the local move when a serious burger mood strikes, with juicy patties, crispy sides, and plenty to sip while you debate toppings. Consider it a midweek win and indulge without overthinking it; Grease Burger Bar rarely disappoints.
Skate, don’t melt: When cabin fever hits, Palm Beach Ice Works is the cool fix… public sessions, learn-to-skate classes, and just enough rink-side people-watching to justify another lap. And hey, falling less than last time still counts as progress.
Fresh art fix: When your week needs color and curiosity, Norton Museum of Art delivers thoughtful exhibitions, a breezy sculpture garden, and programs that make culture feel easy, not homework. Expect to leave brighter, inspired, and maybe a touch smug about your excellent taste.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 West Palm Beach for grown ups
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🖼 Follow Your Light: Art Exhibition @ The Peach | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Want to back local kids without another gala? The Peach hosts a Brass Tacks group show where every artwork sold fuels the Do What You Love scholarship, with live music, snacks, and an announcement of two student recipients. Follow your light, and theirs.
🎨 Equinox Art Fair @ The Peach | Saturday (3/7) at 3:00 PM – Grab your walking shoes and head to The Peach for the second annual Equinox Art Fair, with fine art, live music, open studios from 11 working artists, and booths for days. Linger, chat, actually buy something. Artists, throw your hat in, booth prizes await.
🛶 Sunset Canoe @ Grassy Waters Preserve | Saturday (3/7) at 4:30 PM – Grab a paddling partner and slip into the marsh for a sunset canoe, where herons clock out and the sky shows off. This one’s for folks who know a J-stroke, not selfies. Call 561-804-4985 to reserve, pairs only, and it’s $15.
🍜 Thai Food Market @ Wat Mahathadjetiyaram Thai Temple West Palm Beach | Sunday (3/8) at 9:00 AM – Skip the brunch line and head to the Thai temple in West Palm Beach for a street food market with over 20 vendors. Think sizzling satay, fragrant curries, and snacks you rarely find stateside, plus handmade goods. Go hungry, savor slowly, thank yourself later.
💎 Hampton Vintage Luxury Marketplace @ The Great Lawn / West Palm Beach Waterfront | Sunday (3/8) at 10:00 AM – Take a spin through Hampton Vintage, a luxe marketplace where 30 curated vendors tempt you with vintage finds, handmade goods, and truly one-of-a-kind pieces. It is free, open to the public, and blissfully free of rummage-bin wrestling, with the only dust on the antiques.
🎹 Lang Lang and Vienna Philharmonic @ Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts | Monday (3/9) at 7:30 PM – Clear the calendar, the Vienna Philharmonic is in town with Andris Nelsons and superstar pianist Lang Lang, so we’re getting goosebumps the old-fashioned way. Bartók’s luminous Third Piano Concerto, a last love letter, then Mahler’s Titan roars, hearts swell, and programs get saved.
👭 Mujeres de Impacto Luncheon @ West Palm Beach Marriott | Tuesday (3/10) at 11:30 AM – If your calendar’s craving lunch with purpose, join a toast to International Women’s Day and Palm Beach changemakers, hosted by Hispanic Human Resources Center. We’re honoring VIDA Award recipient Julie Kime, eyeing the silent auction where bidding pride meets polish, and conversation beats inbox purge.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 West Palm Beach report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 77°F – Low: 74°F – Precip: 30%
A chance of rain showers before 4pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. East wind around 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind around 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 74°F – Precip: 19%
A slight chance of rain showers between 7am and 4pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 78. East wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind around 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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