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Hello West Palm Beach! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Lang Lang performs, gold and silver surge, and $2-per-pound fashion treasures + excuses to get the fam out and about 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
Affordable housing push grows: Related Ross launched a mixed-income division with Sapodilla, a 164-unit project in West Palm Beach. Apartments are reserved for Ballet Village residents, with construction planned to start this year — see what’s planned and when.
Major expansion milestones revealed: Cleveland Clinic says demolition starts this year in West Palm Beach, with an outpatient and surgery center opening in 2027 and a 200-bed hospital planned for late 2029 — see the timeline and impact.
New York ensemble explores transformation: Arts Garage in Delray Beach announced Wrecked as its inaugural show in the Out of the Black Box residency program. It will be presented March 15 and 22. Tickets $43 — get all the details.
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
Tapas night, sorted: Craving low-key plans that still feel special? Patio Tapas & Beer serves Spanish small plates, craft pours, and an easygoing Boca patio vibe. Round up a few friends, share a spread, and let the conversation flow… your group text can translate later.
Chase salty stoke: Gypsy Life Surf Shop keeps your surf kit dialed with boards, leashes, and wax, plus rentals for a quick paddle out. It’s a low-key hang for West Palm locals who live in flip-flops and favor gear built to handle salt, sun, and trunk life.
A better movie night: Movies of Delray, a family-owned gem, blends first-run hits with indie picks for whatever vibe you’re chasing. A midweek showing doubles as self-care, with small-theater energy, no mall chaos, and the perfect excuse to split extra popcorn.
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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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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🛶 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.
🐢 Junior Veterinarian Lab @ Cox Science Center and Aquarium | Friday (3/13) at 10:30 AM – Got a curious kid or grandkid in the house? Cox Science Center hosts Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s hands-on lab where they diagnose replica sea turtles, practice rescue, rehab, and release with the pros, then leave as “certified” junior vets. Zero sand, maximum bragging rights.
🐕 South Florida Classic Dog Show @ South Florida Fairgrounds | Thursday (3/19) at 8:00 AM – Nothing beats a dog show when you want pure joy without the sand in your shoes. South Florida’s finest pups strut their stuff, from stately setters to tiny divas, with enough grooming to make a Boca salon blush. Bring patience, applause, and maybe lint rollers.
🕺 Clematis by Night @ Clematis By Night | Thursday (3/19) at 6:00 PM – Grab a lawn chair and hit the Great Lawn for Clematis by Night, a free Thursday staple with waterfront breezes and room to breathe. Sistas of the ’70s belts Carole, Linda, Joni, Aretha, Janis, and more, so you can sing along without wrestling your turntable.
🌙 Nocturnal Adventure Family Night Hike @ Grassy Waters Preserve Nature Center | Friday (3/20) at 7:00 PM – Trade Netflix for night sounds on a family-friendly Everglades boardwalk, with owl pellet dissections, a moonlit scavenger hunt, and a crash course in who’s awake after dark. Kids are $10, adults tag along free. Space limited, no Facebook holds, call the Nature Center to reserve.
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: 76°F – Low: 73°F – Precip: 13%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. East wind around 18 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers after 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind around 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 77°F – Low: 74°F – Precip: 23%
A slight chance of rain showers before 4pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. East wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind around 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
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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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