Fall, Florida Style: Family Fun Where Palm Trees Meet Pumpkins With an iced pumpkin spice latte in hand, I’m on a mission to make fall happen “Florida style,” even though Palm Beach County still feels like summer. There’s a two-day HallowMarine, a 65th birthday bash at the Cox Science Center, a spooky garden maze at […]
Two Days, One Garden, and a Whole Lot of Summer: SummerFest! Is Almost Here
Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30 at Mounts Botanical Garden Ask a kid what makes a good day and the list is short: animals you can touch, water you can run through, something sweet, and permission to get messy. SummerFest! covers all four, twice, on Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30 at Mounts […]
Cyclospora Cases Are Rising: What Parents Should Know
By: Dr. Marta Berio Alvarez, MD Medical Director, After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care Summer usually brings plenty of fresh fruit, salads, cookouts, and meals on the go. It can also bring an increase in certain foodborne illnesses, including cyclosporiasis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting a significant rise in Cyclospora cases across […]
School’s Almost Out
End-of-year parenting tips to help you stay calm, connected, and maybe even have a little fun The month of May comes with a unique blend of excitement and exhaustion. It’s the final sprint of the school year, and for many families in Palm Beach County, it’s packed with class parties, recitals, sports banquets, field trips, […]
BIG SUN. LITTLE ONES. Sun Safety Tips for Florida Families
If you live in Florida, you already know the sun here is a different animal. It doesn’t wait for summer. It shows up in February when your kids are at a birthday party and in October during fall soccer season. It burns fast, it’s relentless, and most parents don’t realize how quickly things can go […]
Love Local, Love Mom
PB Picks from our Publisher – Felonice Merriman This Mother’s Day, skip the big box store and show Mom some love with gifts and experiences rooted right here in Palm Beach County. Whether she’s the spa day type, the outdoorsy type, or the “just let me drink my iced coffee in peace” type, there’s something […]
10 Ways to Celebrate Mom on Mother’s Day
According to the National Retail Federation, Mother’s Day spending is expected to reach a record $38 billion this year, surpassing last year’s $34.1 billion and exceeding the previous record of $35.7 billion set in 2023. As with previous years, 84% of U.S. adults plan to celebrate the holiday. On average, consumers plan to spend a […]
2026 Spring Break Fun
Spring Break in Palm Beach County will be from March 16-20, 2026. March 23 is a Professional Development Day and there is no school.There are many great camp options (check out page 28). If you are also taking the week off, here are some fun things to do right here in South Florida! Educational “Field […]
2026“Super Flu” in Kids: What Florida Families Should Know
You may be hearing the phrase “super flu” this year. It’s a media nickname, not a medical diagnosis. What it usually means is that the flu is spreading widely and making a lot of kids (and parents) pretty miserable. The CDC has described the current 2025–2026 flu season as moderately severe, and national reporting notes […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Your Favorite Little Valentines
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be all about romantic love. For families, it’s also a perfect opportunity to celebrate the sweetest Valentines of all — your kids. Between school exchanges, busy schedules, and everyday responsibilities, it’s easy for the holiday to slip by without much fanfare at home. But with a little creativity, Valentine’s Day […]