Mindfulness in the Gardens, Animal Art of Camouflage, grants for a family homeless shelter, and more. 
Happy Friday, Port St. Lucie. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let PSL Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: A heart sculpture splits opinions, a new high school greets 1,500 students with donut fueled enthusiasm, and grants go to a family homeless shelter — 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
- Rock out with veterans for charity
- Master lifesaving first response for divers
- Master underwater rescues at Jupiter Dive Center
- Manage stress to reclaim your authentic self
- Discover animal camouflage art with Riverbend
- Unlock dozens of travel deals with AARP
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Plants: Want to turn your porch into a jungle but not sure where to begin? These nursery stops in Port St. Lucie are brimming with funky ferns and show-stopping blooms to give your space a pro-level refresh.
Wildlife: Skip the gator memes and see Florida as a real-life wildlife documentary. From airboats cruising through alligator hangouts to gentle manatees grazing in crystal springs and rainbow parrots squawking overhead, find your next unforgettable moment at wildlife hotspots.
Finance: Figuring out credit cards with your teen can feel like decoding hieroglyphics. These easy credit lessons turn confusing plastic power into practical know-how.
Cocktail: Whether you’re craving a smoky mezcal riff, a floral gin fantasia, or a boozy twist on the classics, Kyle G’s Oyster and Wine Bar 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
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Today
🧘 Mindfulness in the Gardens @ Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens | Friday (8/15) at 7:00pm – This guided mindfulness journey in the town’s favorite secret garden with Moses blends hypnotic journeying, sound bowl healing, and gentle yoga under the open sky. It’s like a spa day for your brain, minus the cucumber water, plus life-changing zen.
🎤 59 Shop @ Guanabanas Island Restaurant and Bar | Friday (8/15) at 8:00pm – Ready for a night of live tunes at Guanabanas in Jupiter? 59 Shop returns with original jams and surprisingly tasteful covers, mixing genres like your most eclectic record collection, so your feet won’t stop moving. Bonus: salt air, cold drinks, zero pretension.
This weekend
👔 Officers & Gentlemen @ Double Roads | Saturday (8/16) at 4:00pm – Nothing screams afternoon well spent like cold brews, Rat Pack classics, and a 101-year-old WWII vet blowing out candles. Officers and Gentlemen, a squad of veterans turned rockers, roll into Double Roads for patriotic anthems and 60s–90s hits. All proceeds fuel the Honor Flight Fundraiser.
🔍 The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show @ DoubleTree Palm Beach Gardens | Saturday (8/16) at 6:00pm – Grab your magnifying glass, and head to West Palm for a dinner show where the culprit’s hiding in plain sight. You might end up the prime suspect. Enjoy a plated meal, actors in plain clothes, and more twists than your uncle’s fishing tales.
🎉 Mix Tape Anniversary Party @ Double Roads | Saturday (8/16) at 8:00pm – Break out those neon legwarmers and head to Double Roads Tavern for a night of 80s hits. Mix Tape unleashes every guitar solo and synth riff you forgot you loved. Bring your crew, claim some dance floor, and relive the decade of excess.
🌻 The Gardens GreenMarket | Sunday (8/17) at 8:00am – Sunday mornings call for fresh produce, artisanal cheeses, pastries, and flowers straight from the source. Rain or shine, snack on local honey, sample spice blends, admire handmade crafts, and pick up ready-to-eat goodies. Leave your dog at home, but bring a big tote.
👰 Planning in Paradise Bridal Expo @ Sandhill Crane Golf Club Palm Beach Gardens | Sunday (8/17) at 12:00pm – Think you’ve pinned every ring selfie? This Sandhill Crane golf-course wedding expo corrals dress designers, cake artists, DJs, and planners under one breezy tent, with a bridal runway, live tunes, and tasty bites. Skip the Pinterest panic, grab a raffle ticket, and call it research.
🎳 Dual Pattern Singles @ Saint Lucie Lanes | Sunday (8/17) at 8:00pm – Ready to refine your dating algorithm? Swing by for two rounds of curated icebreakers and craft cocktails so you can meet new faces without resorting to swiping right. Relaxed vibe, genuine conversation, and maybe a story worth laughing about.
Next week
❓ Trivia Night @ Uncle Mick’s | Monday (8/18) at 7:30pm – Who knew Mondays could feel worth waking up for? Head to Uncle Mick’s for a weekly trivia throwdown, where beer-fueled brainiacs duke it out over oddball questions and bar snacks. Winners score bragging rights and sweet prizes.
🎧 Itz Why with Lynn Lessell: Managing Stress to Be Your True Self | Monday (8/18) at 9:00am – If you’re tired of stress turning you into a muttering coffee-spiller, Lynn Lessell’s podcast is your new best friend. She’ll help you spot the sneaky tension you didn’t even notice, and there’s a whole IPP squad ready to celebrate your “I’m finally me” glow-up.
🐾 Animal Art of Camouflage @ Tequesta Branch Library | Tuesday (8/19) at 3:00pm – Ever wonder why you can’t spot a stick insect until you’re practically sitting on it? This library event dives into animal camouflage, showing how nature’s Houdinis blend in with color, pattern, texture, no smoke and mirrors required. Registration’s a must, though.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/15 Zach Deputy @ Terra Fermata – 6 pm
- 8/15 Samantha Russell Band @ Tiki 52 – 6:30 pm
- 8/16 Officers & Gentlemen @ Double Roads – 4 pm
- 8/16 Dueling Pianos @ Hop Life Brewing – 7:30 pm
- 8/16 New York Rockabilly Rockets @ Lyric Theatre – 7 pm
- 8/16 Boston and Foreigner tribute @ Abacoa Amphitheater – 7:30 pm
- 8/16 Mix Tape Anniversary @ Double Roads – 8 pm
- 8/18 Trivia Night @ Uncle Mick’s @ Uncle Mick’s – 7:30 pm
- 8/19 Taryn Papa @ Tequesta Branch – 6 pm
🏠️ Price is right – Port St. Lucie 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: AnnMarie L Napolitano (Keller Williams Realty of PSL)
Stone accents and a barrel tile roof set the stage for this Cambridge model at Scarborough, perched on the 6th hole of the Legacy Golf Course. Inside, find four bedrooms, four baths, a den, and three-car garage with fun touches like volume and custom tray ceilings, crown molding, and a split floor plan. The kitchen is a chef’s playground with a gas range, wall oven, granite counters, walk-in pantry, and a butler’s pantry ready for coffee or cocktails.
The master suite offers a sitting area, walk-in closets, and a spa-worthy bath featuring a Victoria Albert soaking tub. Out back, a screen-enclosed patio arches over the electric-heated pool and summer kitchen, all overlooking the lake and fairway. Gated security, a resort-style clubhouse, and three championship golf courses round out the perks, with shopping, spring training, and the beach just a quick drive away.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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