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It’s Friday, West Palm Beach! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: A 28-story waterfront condo, Thai Food Market, and Vienna Philharmonic + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
Today’s sponsor (FinanceBuzz) built a free comparison tool that helped me cut my car insurance premiums in half. It took about 3 minutes, and honestly… I wish I’d done it sooner. If you haven’t shopped around in a while, you can easily check the best rates here.
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📰 In the news
Design team and 2027 completion: Related Ross secured $157 million to build Shorecrest, a 28-story, 98-unit waterfront condo on Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach. Demolition was slated to begin in February, with spring groundbreaking — get all the project details.
Spaces built for serenity: Beachway Therapy Center is set to open BeachWay Holistic Wellness Center in downtown West Palm Beach, adding Zen-inspired gardens, sound healing, mindfulness, and body-based trauma therapies to support whole-person recovery — get all the details.
From immigrant to civic leader: Marta Batmasian was honored with the Boca Chamber’s 2026 Diamond Award at a luncheon at The Boca Raton, celebrating decades of entrepreneurship and philanthropy shaping Boca Raton and neighboring communities — read the full story.
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.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.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 all that up – learn more here.
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🫶 We got your back
Plant-based comfort fix: Palm cakes, a cozy vegan Wellington, and creamy macadamia mac & cheeze keep dinner and weekend brunch fun at Darbster. With profits supporting Darbster Rescue, every bite feels good and tastes better, whether you’re craving comfort or showing off your plant-based love.
Treasure hunt, elevated: For a touch of old-Florida swagger, Palm Beach Regency serves up vintage rattan, Regency sparkle, and singular finds that make rooms feel collected, not staged. Maybe it’s a statement mirror, a quirky lamp, or the perfect accent… the piece that quietly steals the room.
Brows + bling, anyone? Thinking about microbladed brows or a welded bracelet? Thirdeye Studio brings permanent makeup and jewelry together under one calm, creative roof, so you can step out polished without the effort. Fresh, lasting details… everyday confidence.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🖼 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.
🎤 Rachel York @ Baywinds | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 PM – One night only at Baywinds, Broadway powerhouse Rachel York brings the pipes that conquered Victor/Victoria, Les Mis, and more. Think goosebumps, not gimmicks. Tickets start at $40, or $36 in a package, so grab seats now and call it culture with cocktails.
🍜 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.
🎻 Vienna Philharmonic @ Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – If you’re craving world-class sound without the late-night hassle, the Vienna Philharmonic returns for a Matinee Series concert. Grammy-winning Boston Symphony maestro Andris Nelsons leads Mozart’s Linz Symphony and Dvořák’s Sixth, brisk, luminous, and perfectly compatible with your second coffee.
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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: 78°F – Low: 74°F – Precip: 18%
A slight chance of rain showers between 10am and 11am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 3pm and 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. East wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind around 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 77°F – Low: 74°F – Precip: 20%
A slight chance of rain showers before 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. East wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind around 14 mph.
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