Trader Joe's Coming to West Palm

🌴 Things to do & local news in Palm Beach & West Palm Beach for the week of August 13-19, 2025 (Edition #31.2025).

Hey Neighbor!

Hopefully everyone made it to class on time for the first day back to school — parents, teachers, and sleepy-eyed students included. Whether you’re navigating that first-day frenzy or just dodging the car line, it’s clear that summer is officially in the rearview. 🎒 

Now, let’s dive in…

In This Edition:

  • 🥳 Turning 10

  • 🍪 Coming to Town

  • 🎊 Opening Night

THINGS TO DO


This Week’s Checklist: Tiny Trees, Big Splashes & Birthday Bashes 🌳💦🎉

From bonsai crafting to after-dark fun, here’s what’s happening this week…

🌳 Bonsai Workshop at Maman
🗓️ Wednesday, August 13

Learn the art of bonsai in a hands-on workshop with Bonsai Bar instructors. Pot, prune, and design your own tree while sipping drinks from maman. 🎟️ Registration required. ($85 fee)

💦 Light Up the Night at Rapids Waterpark
🗓️ Friday, August 15

Ages 21+ can hit the slides after dark from 7:00 to 10:00 pm! DJs, foam party, drink specials, and nighttime access to all attractions. 🎟️ Ticketed event. ($50 fee)

🥳 Celis Turns 10
🗓️ Saturday, August 16

Celebrate a decade of juice with live music, games, local eats, and drinks at Meyer Amphitheater from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Free and open to the community.

🍺 West Palm Beach Beer Fest
🗓️ Saturday, August 16

Unlimited tastings from top brewers and spirit makers, VIP perks, and a Stein Hoist competition. 21+ only from 6:00 to 10:00 pm. 🎟️ Tickets required. (~$36 fee)

Enjoy swing, bebop, Latin, and pop from this 18-piece all-star jazz big band at Meyer Amphitheater from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Free!

💭 POLL: Have you ever been to Celis Juice Bar since it opened 10 years ago?

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NEWS

Quick & Dirty Headlines 🗞️ 

Trader Joe’s buzz, Subculture shake-up & record rides…

🛒 Trader Joe’s Coming to WPB

The cult-favorite grocer is opening its first West Palm Beach location. Learn where the rumored site is expected to be

🍜 Subculture Group Shakes Up the Scene

Major moves for major restaurant group in West Palm Beach:

  • The former Kapow! on Clematis reopens on August 14th as Shanghai’d. Opening night features Chinese drummers, a DJ, and a new look.

  • Plus: Hacienda food hall is coming soon, and Sassafras is flipping to an Indian concept.

🚆 Tri-Rail Ridership Hits All-Time High

With 4.5 million rides this year, Tri-Rail is breaking records and climbing to 4th in national ridership recovery. Read more

🧠 TRIVIA: In honor of “back to school” this week, how many years ago did the first school open in Palm Beach County?

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PBN’s Featured Restaurant

Breakfast at Pig Beach BBQ

🤗 Thanks for another great week in paradise!

📈 The results are in: Like true locals, most of you have been to Flagler Museum. A classic and a top 10% attraction in the world!

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