Hey Neighbor!
Big week ahead with lots to doâŚ
đ Happy Diwali to those celebrating! Join the festivities at CityPlace on October 18 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm for music, dance, and cultural performances as the festival of lights brightens downtown.
And, for the job seekers, October 16 is the final day of the Palm Beaches Job Fair â donât miss your chance to connect with top hospitality employers. đź
Now, letâs dive inâŚ
In This Edition:
đ Drama Season
đ World Champs
đ Fall Fun
THINGS TO DO
â¨This Weekâs Checklist: Taste, Worldâs Best & Fall Fun đ´đđ
From culinary celebrations to croquet championships and fall festivities, hereâs whatâs happening around town this week!
đˇ Taste of CityPlace
đď¸ Thursday, October 16
Savor the best of downtown dining at CityPlaceâs signature culinary event from 6:00 to 8:30 pm, featuring 15+ restaurants, MICHELIN-recognized chefs, craft sips, and live music. Proceeds benefit the Palm Beach County Food Bank.
đ The Royalâs Pop-Up Patch for Philanthropy
đď¸ Thursday through Sunday, October 16-19
Find your perfect pumpkin at The Royalâs stylish courtyard patch, with all proceeds supporting the Cancer Alliance of Help & Hope. Enjoy daily maze games, boutique shopping, Sant Ambroeus treats, DJ sets, and photo ops.
đ World Croquet Championship
đď¸ Starting Saturday, October 18
Watch the worldâs best players compete for croquetâs top honor at the National Croquet Center in West Palm Beach. Free and open to the public from October 18 to October 26.
đ Fall at Whitehall
đď¸ Saturday, October 18
Celebrate the season at the Flagler Museumâs Gilded Age Fall Festival from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Enjoy crafts, classic games, a trackless train, and a special performance. đ Admission required.
đś Dog Howl-o-Ween Costume Contest at OâSheaâs
đď¸ Monday, October 20
Bring your costumed pups to OâSheaâs on Clematis Street for treats, prizes for the top three dogs, and a free drink for every dog owner. Contest judging starts at 8:30 pmâno tricks, just tails wagging!
đ POLL: Do you play any racquet or paddle sports (e.g., tennis, pickleball, padel, racquetball, table tennis, etc.)?
NEWS
Quick & Dirty Headlines đ
Drama season, padel power & symphonic hockeyâŚ
đ Palm Beach Dramawworks Unveils 2025â26 Season
âTheatre to Think Aboutâ returns to Clematis Street with five standout shows, from The Mountaintop (starting October 24) to Driving Miss Daisy (starring Debra Jo Rupp from That â70s Show). Small stage, big talent, unforgettable performances. See the full lineup â
đž WPB Is Home to the Largest Indoor Padel Facility in the U.S.
Move over pickleball⌠padel is here in WPB. Xcel Padel is opening a 12-court, AI-powered flagship in West Palm Beach by late 2025 â the largest indoor padel facility in the U.S. Learn more â
đź Palm Beach Symphony + Florida Panthers = A Winning Sound
The Panthersâ goal anthem just got a symphonic remix. The Palm Beach Symphony recorded an orchestral version of âPanthers Pulseâ to celebrate the teamâs back-to-back Stanley Cup wins in style. Learn more â
đ§ TRIVIA: Where was Palm Beach Dramaworksâ first production held?
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đ¤ Thanks for another great week in paradise!
đ The results are in: The vast majority of you love the theatre! If this is you, check out Palm Beach Dramaworksâ 2025-2026 lineup for theatre to think about!
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