Turtle nesting surge, elderberry syrup workshop, lemonade stand cookie decorating, and more. 
Happy Friday, Jupiter. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Jupiter Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: A turtle nesting surge, an air conditioned mega animal shelter, and 30,000 backpacks lined up for local students — catch up here.
State-level stories: Florida jumps to sixth in WalletHub rankings, Playboy moves its headquarters to Miami Beach, and Panthers pop corks on limited edition championship wines — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: South Korea’s court dismissed a Baby Shark copyright claim, a judge blocked fishing around Pacific atolls, and retirees eye a bigger Social Security increase — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Experience free sensory-friendly lagoon hour
- Learn life-saving rescue skills for divers
- Join weekly virtual networking for professional growth
- Explore animal camouflage art at PBC libraries
- Unlock dozens of travel deals with AARP
🫶 We got your back
Garden: Looking for a greenery upgrade? Skip the sad little succulents and head to Jupiter plant nurseries brimming with exotic finds and lush statement pieces.
Wildlife: Skip the gator memes. Florida is a living documentary ready to watch, with airboats gliding through alligator hangouts, gentle manatees grazing in crystal springs and rainbow parrots squawking overhead. Discover your next jaw dropping moment at wildlife hotspots.
Finance: With easy credit lessons, teaching your teen about credit cards stops feeling like decoding ancient hieroglyphics and turns confusing plastic power into real-world know-how.
Cocktail: Whether you’re craving a smoky mezcal riff, a floral gin fantasia, or a boozy twist on the classics, Lucky Shuck: Oyster Bar & Taphouse mixes rare spirits, house-made syrups, and a dash of theater into cocktails that turn your evening into a liquid performance you won’t forget.
Money: The average driver pays $175 a month on car insurance, but most of us are paying way too much. If it’s been a while since you shopped around, you’re likely part of that “most of us.” This comparison tool can save you hundreds.
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📆 Around town this weekend
All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirely outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
Today
🏈 Mustangs Pep Rally @ Stadium Grill | Friday (8/15) at 6:00pm – Swing by the Mustangs pep rally to kick off the 2025 season, where the fiercest rivalry is whether Stadium Grill’s hot dogs or burgers reign supreme. Revel in high-school flashbacks, catch up with neighbors, and sip that complimentary water like a VIP.
🎵 59 Shop @ Guanabanas Island Restaurant and Bar | Friday (8/15) at 8:00pm – 59 Shop is back at Guanabanas, weaving original tunes with surprisingly tasteful covers sure to get your feet tapping whether you came for sunset views or a spicy margarita, no pretentious vibes required. Brace yourself for a few genre-bending curveballs from the boys.
This weekend
🍯 Elderberry Syrup Workshop @ Jupiter Creamery | Saturday (8/16) at 10:00am – Let’s be honest, store-bought cough syrup is so last season. Come play mad scientist with elderberries and hibiscus in a mason jar. This hands-on workshop walks through each nourishing ingredient, then sends you home with an 8oz batch, a laminated recipe card, and bragging rights.
🍪 Lemonade Stand Cookie Decorating with Jessica Nava @ The New Studio for the Visual Arts | Saturday (8/16) at 10:00am – Ready to level up your snack game? Dive into the sweet science of royal icing as Jessica Nava walks you through flooding, piping, transfers, wet-on-wet wizardry and more—utensils and cookies provided. No experience? No problem! You’ll leave armed with the confidence (and six deliciously decorated cookies) to impress your crew at home.
🤿 SDI Advanced Adventure Diver Certification Class @ Blue Heron Bridge | Saturday (8/16) at 12:00pm – Upgrading your scuba chops down in Florida, you’ll juggle Goliath groupers, wreck exploration, and reef dives. It’s seven dives with two instructors at Blue Heron Bridge and boat sites, so you’ll snag five SDI specialties without breaking a sweat.
🌿 The Gardens GreenMarket @ City Hall Municipal Campus | Sunday (8/17) at 8:00am – Sundays & You at the GreenMarket gathers fresh produce, pastries, honey, cheeses, flowers, spices, and handmade crafts under one cheerful tent, rain or shine. It’s basically a five-star grocery store run by your nosiest neighbor. Oh, and yes, leave your pets at home.
🎨 CDAAP Brush & Brunch Paint and Sip Event @ F. H. Collaborative Center | Sunday (8/17) at 11:30am – Unleash your inner Picasso over brunch and bottomless mimosas as you master the dabbing technique to paint a serene koi fish. No art experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm (and appetite). Perfect for date vibes, friend hangouts, or a solo adventure in creativity. All materials are covered, so you just show up ready to sip, paint, and mingle.
Next week
🫧 Bubbly Babies Storytime @ North Palm Beach Library | Monday (8/18) at 9:30am – Shake off those Monday blahs with bubbles, giggles, and story magic! Miss Carly will whisk your little ones away on a bubbly adventure of songs and tales made for wriggly infants and curious crawlers. Pop in for a half-hour of giggly sensory fun—and maybe make a few new parent pals while you’re at it.
🐢 Animal Art of Camouflage @ Tequesta Branch Library | Tuesday (8/19) at 3:00pm – Ever wondered how the chameleon would ace hide and seek at the library? Riverbend’s animal art of camouflage session at PBC Libraries dives into color, patterns, and clever survival tactics. Spots are limited, so register before someone else outsmarts you at pbclibrary.org.
🤝 Networking Mixer @ The Space Connect | Tuesday (8/19) at 5:30pm – Think your Rolodex could use a little salsa? Head to The Space Connect for a breezy mix of driven professionals, vibrant chatter, and maybe your next big collaboration. No forced icebreakers, just genuine connections and good vibes courtesy of the Hispanic Committee.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/15 Samantha Russell Band @ Tiki 52 – 6:30 pm
- 8/15 59 Shop @ Guanabanas Island – 8 pm
- 8/15 Solfyre @ Crazy Horse Saloon – 9 pm
- 8/16 Officers & Gentlemen @ Double Roads Tavern – 4 pm
- 8/16 Cat & Carlos @ Salute Market – 6:30 pm
- 8/16 Ricky Young @ Tiki 52 – 6:30 pm
- 8/16 Mix Tape Anniversary Party @ Double Roads Tavern – 8 pm
- 8/18 Bingo Night @ Belle’s To-Go – 6 pm
- 8/18 Trivia Night @ Uncle Mick’s @ Uncle Mick’s – 8 pm
- 8/19 Taryn Papa @ Tiki 52 – 6 pm
🏠️ Price is right – Jupiter edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
Listed by: Charles Siebrecht (Professional Real Estate Advisors, LLC)
Tucked inside the North Fork gates, this five-bedroom, four-bath home brings serious custom energy. The kitchen is fully loaded with quartz counters and the master suite sits downstairs with a spa-worthy bath, complete with a soaking tub and glass shower. Scraped hardwood floors run the show, except in the bedrooms, and the ceilings get the royal treatment with crown molding and chunky baseboards.
The backyard is primed for both cannonballs and cartwheels thanks to a private pool, spa, and a play zone with its own swing set. With a three-car garage, two newer A/Cs, and a Jupiter address zoned for A+ schools, this spot checks all the boxes.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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