With so much happening around town, it's easy to get turned around, especially as new buildings keep popping up. But, here’s a fun tip to help you stay on track: if you know your street names, you’ll always know where you are—because downtown West Palm Beach’s East-West streets are in alphabetical order—Banyan, Clematis, Datura, Evernia, Fern, Gardenia, Hibiscus, and Iris. If you’re a local, hopefully you already knew that… If you didn’t know that, well, now you do. 🤷
Speaking of street names, have you ever wondered what happened to the "A" street that used to be on the north side of Banyan? Althea Street, which it was called, was renamed to Second Street in the 1920s. So, there is no “A” street today…
🎨 Jaw-dropping art
⛳️ Tee time
🚲️ Bike-friendly future?
Don’t forget that the South Florida Fair—with thrilling rides, interactive exhibits, fair food, and live music—is happening until February 2nd. If you have never been, it is certainly worth a visit! 🎡
If you have already enjoyed the Fair, then make the most of your weekend with this lineup:
🎨 Art Palm Beach |
⛳️ Glow Nite at The Park |
🔥 Smoke & Sunshine: Live Fire Cooking Festival |
🏋️♀️ Winter Warm-Up Fitness Fest + The Club Palm Beach |
📚 Raptis Rare Books – Young Friends Cocktail Event |
💭 POLL: Do you ride your bike about town?(give your pick a click) |
This week’s updates include bike plans, big property news, new openings, and potential traffic relief…
The City is seeking community feedback to create a more bike-friendly future. Get involved and help shape the plan for better biking infrastructure. |
The Palm Beach International Raceway is up for sale, sparking hopes for motorsport fans. Meanwhile, a proposed $285M mega-mansion near Palm Beach sets new pricing records. |
Get ready for vintage charm and crafted cocktails at Mary Lou’s, a new speakeasy lounge in West Palm Beach (corner of Olive and Southern). Live music could be wild with The Chainsmokers as the creative entertainment directors. |
South Ocean Blvd. in Palm Beach is reopening, offering some traffic relief when President Trump is away—though don't expect full relief with projected frequent visits from the President. |
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