Hey Neighbor!
As the 146th season winds down and snowbirds head north, Palm Beach and West Palm Beach slip into that golden spring glow. But, before things fully quiet down, weâve got one more reason to celebrateâMotherâs Day is here. đ
And speaking of timeless icons... a first edition of The Great Gatsby is now on sale on Worth Avenue for nearly $1 million. Just in time for the novelâs 100th anniversary, itâs a reminder that the classicsâwhether our mothers or Gatsbyânever go out of style. â¨
Letâs dive in, old sport. đ
In This Edition:
đ For the Moms â¨
đś Dog Dayâ¨
đ˘ Ups & Downs
THINGS TO DO
This Weekâs Checklist: Fun Nights, Dog Days & Motherâs Day Magic! đ˛đžđˇâ¨
From game night laughs to Mother's Day love, this week is full of ways to connect, relax, and celebrate.
đ˛ Game Night at CafĂŠ LâEuropeâ¨
đď¸ Thursday, May 8
â¨Join game night every Thursday from May through November from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Enjoy dinner and drinks Ă la carte at Cafe LâEurope, while vying for prizesâbragging rights included! Limited capacity, valet parking available. Book your table in advance.
đŹ Screen on the Green: Pitch Perfect
đď¸ Friday, May 9
Head to the Great Lawn in downtown West Palm Beach for a FREE movie night under the stars! Enjoy the musical comedy Pitch Perfect from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm with the family. Bring blankets, snacks, and good vibes.
đ§ââď¸ Motherâs Day Spa Box Workshopâ¨
đď¸ Saturday, May 10
Create the perfect self-care gift for your mom! From 10:30 am to 11:30 am, join this hands-on workshop to make personalized spa items, like scrubs, candles, and sprays. Book ahead! Resident: $85 | Nonresident: $105
đž Dog Day at Mounts Botanical Gardenâ¨
đď¸ Sunday, May 11
Bring your furry friend and enjoy a serene stroll through Mounts Botanical Garden from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (last entry 3:00 pm). This event welcomes dogs with open paws! Regular admission applies. Dogs are free for members and $5 for nonmembers.
đˇ Motherâs Day Ideasâ¨
đď¸ Sunday, May 11
Celebrate Mom with a thoughtful day, like with a stroll at Mounts Botanical Garden or with any of these additional ideas:
đ¸ Brunch at a local favorite, like The Hive or Table 26
đ DIY brunch with a little help from local bakers like Bread by Johnny
đł Cooking class at Sur La Table for an interactive twist
đ Play pickleball at a local park or head to the beach đď¸âMom's choice!
NEWS
Quick & Dirty Headlines đ
Local news worth knowing...
Brightline had a huge 2024âmore riders, more revenue, but still a $549 million loss. Orlandoâs booming, but South Florida riders saw fare hikes and discount passes disappeared. Learn more about the "in the red" numbers.
Nearly 20,000 New Yorkers moved to Palm Beach County (2017â2022), bringing $4 billion with them. Blame taxes, weather, and way more space.
After pushback, Palm Beach Atlantic University scaled down its dorm and garage plans. The 11-story âmonstrosityâ is now a 7-story compromise.
đ§ TRIVIA: Approximately how many species of tropical and subtropical plants are at Mounts Botanical Garden (Palm Beach Countyâs oldest and largest public garden)?
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