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Now, letâs dive inâŚ
In This Edition:
⸠Paused
đ New Proposal
đ South End Reset
THINGS TO DO
This Week's Checklist: Movies, Food & Summer Fun âď¸
Summer rolls on⌠đ
đŹ Watch The Odyssey at Glazer Hall
đď¸ Friday, July 17 through Sunday, July 19
See Christopher Nolan's epic on the big screen at Palm Beach's newest cultural venue, with multiple showings all weekend.
đ Eataly Summer Festa
đď¸ Friday, July 17
Enjoy Italian bites, mocktails, live entertainment, family activities, and summer treats during this one-night celebration at Eataly West Palm Beach from 5 to 8 PM.
đş Beer Around the World
đď¸ Saturday, July 18
Sample craft beers from more than 12 countries at Garden District Taproom from 2 to 11 PM, paired with food trucks and all-day festivities.
đźď¸ Free Summer Saturday at the Norton
đď¸ Saturday, July 18
Palm Beach County residents receive free admission to the Norton Museum of Art as part of its Summer Saturdays program.
đ¨ Wetland Watercolor Workshop
đď¸ Sunday, July 19
Learn watercolor techniques inspired by Florida's native plants during this beginner-friendly workshop at Grassy Waters Preserve from 2 to 4 PM. Reservations required.
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NEWS
Quick & Dirty Headlines đ
Plans paused, new proposal, and a South End resetâŚ
â¸ď¸ Downtown Growth Plan Hits Pause
West Palm Beach is delaying its Downtown Master Plan update to gather more public input. Residents will help shape the future of downtown before any major changes move forward. Learn more â
đď¸ Luxury Car Dealership Site Could Go Vertical
The Myers Auto Group property on Okeechobee Boulevard (dealer for Jaguar, Aston Martin, McLaren) could eventually become a mixed-use development up to 25 stories. Learn more â
đ´ South End Waterfront Development Could Slow Down
WPB is considering a six-month pause on new rezoning requests along South Flagler Drive between Monroe Drive and Southern Boulevard. Get the details â
đ§ Calling all Palm Beach County artists! Design a limited-edition Celis Juice Bar takeout bag for a chance to win $400 and have your artwork featured. Enter by July 16, 2026!
đ¤ Thanks for a great week in paradise!
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