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Hey West Palm Beach, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Yacht charters and sunrise yoga, Cox Science Center expansion and new CEO, and St. Patty’s Fest + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Yacht charters and sunrise yoga: Locally based Related Ross acquired The Ben, a 208-room waterfront hotel in West Palm Beach, with $172.5 million in financing. The boutique spot features a rooftop pool and event space — get all the deal details.

Why these races matter: Palm Beach County’s municipal elections will be held Tuesday, March 10. Supervisor Wendy Sartori Link says local races influence zoning and parks. Voter registration is closed, with sample ballots available — get all the election details.

Fresh leadership and big plans ahead: West Palm Beach’s Cox Science Center and Aquarium announces CEO Kurt Allen today as it readies a $150 million expansion set to nearly triple its size and grow the aquarium — read the full story.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Celebrate St. Patty’s with Traveler’s Curse
• SnapBack rocks Palm Beach Zoo after dark
• Knee-deep dipnetting for marsh critters

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Everglades vibes, close by: Need a quick nature reset? Grassy Waters Preserve offers cypress boardwalk strolls, birds in every direction, and guided canoe trips with a reservation, all within West Palm Beach’s drinking‑water wilderness, perfect for a pre-brunch wander or a midweek sanity check.

Colorful kid-joy, unlocked: For quick gifts or a keep-them-busy win, A Little Wyld stocks playful toys, creative kits, cuddly plush, and cute kid style, all thoughtfully curated by a local team. Small surprises, big smiles… refreshingly fun finds that make everyday magic easy.

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🎸 Clematis by Night @ Clematis By Night | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Your Thursday upgrade is free on the waterfront, with Heidi Merrill’s smoky country-rock at Clematis by Night. Bring a chair, your favorite plus-one, and that friend who “doesn’t do country,” because the salty air, locals-only vibe, and sing-along hooks tend to convert.

🎓 Hanley Center Alumni Reunion @ Hanley Center | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Take a breather and swing by a free Hanley alumni reunion and BBQ in West Palm, a recovery celebration built for real connection, not small talk. Bring family, recovery buddies, and friends, pack the sunscreen, and RSVP at hanley.info/reunion26. Everyone’s invited.

🤠 Steven Vincent @ C. O’Brien’s Ranch House | Friday (3/13) at 7:30 PM – If you’ve been craving pub comfort with actual talent onstage, Steven Vincent is back at C. O’Brien’s Ranch House, no cover. Grab a cold pint, hearty grub, and a seat you can keep, then let West Palm’s newest Irish pub earn its stripes.

🥦 West Palm Beach GreenMarket @ City of West Palm Beach GreenMarket | Saturday (3/14) at 8:30 AM – Think you know farmers markets? This award-winning waterfront one actually delivers, with 150+ local vendors, live music, chef showcases, and hands-on workshops, plus produce so fresh it still has opinions. Bring your tote, your appetite, and the leashed pup, then wander, sample, repeat.

🍀 2026 St Patty’s Fest @ C. O’Brien’s Ranch House | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – St. Patty’s weekend calls for a midday kickoff at C. O’Brien’s Ranch House, with Harmonious Rage turning up the fun and your pint hand getting back in shape. No cover, just cold pints, good food, and enough revelry to remember tomorrow, surprisingly.

🐌 Sam the Snail Kite Story Stroll @ Grassy Waters Preserve Nature Center | Saturday (3/14) at 3:00 PM – Think the Everglades are airboats and bug spray? Cypress Boardwalk is unveiling a larger-than-life Sam the Snail Kite story stroll, with free activities like crafts, face painting, meet-the-author moments, and zero reservations. Linger for a sunset hike, breathe, and let the swamp do its thing.

🐸 Critter & Craft: Frogs & Fables @ Grassy Waters Preserve Nature Center | Sunday (3/15) at 2:30 PM – Skip the swamp slog and meet the frogs indoors at the Nature Center. Kids get sensory bins, you get Grassy Waters frog calls, and everyone leaves with a craft, a fact, and dry shoes. It’s free, space is limited, so call 561-804-4985 to reserve.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 West Palm Beach report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 79°F – Low: 74°F – Precip: 4%

Sunny, with a high near 79. East wind 6 to 12 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 74. East wind around 12 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 74°F – Precip: 1%

Sunny, with a high near 78. Southeast wind 10 to 14 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southeast wind around 13 mph.

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