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FIVE THINGS TO DO IN JUPITER FLORIDA!
The Jupiter Florida area is a truly wonderful place to live, work, and play and there is so much that this wonderful South Florida oasis has to offer. In 2012 Jupiter was rated the ninth happiest seaside town in the U.S and this is much to do because of the outstanding history and wonderful wildlife preserves and sanctuaries it has to offer. If you are looking for some fun in the area we have five outstanding things that are sure to deliver you with the adventure you desire.
1.) Dubois Park:
DuBois Park is an absolutely outstanding warm and tropical beachfront oasis located in the very welcoming and friendly community of Jupiter, Florida. The park features a very desirable swimming area that offers a life guard seven days a week from 9:00 am to 5:20 pm between Memorial Day and the day Palm Beach County schools go back in session. The park is a very desirable recreation destination offering a boat ramp, boat slips, fishing, picnic areas with grills, a picnic pavilion, a playground with giant play structure, facilities with restrooms and showers, and even a private snorkeling lagoon.
Address: 19075 Dubois Rd Jupiter Fl 33477
Phone: (561) 966-6600
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2.)Roger Dean Stadium:
The Roger Dean Stadium is a fantastic baseball stadium located in the wonderful Jupiter Florida community of Abacoa. The stadium was built in 1998 and has developed into the only stadium in the country to host four minor league teams, and the only stadium in the state to host spring training for two major league teams. On top of the outstanding baseball the stadium offers it also plays host to a variety of other events that are sure to fulfill any and all of your desires.
Address: 4751 Main Street Jupiter, Florida 33458
Phone: (561) 775-1818
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3.) Maltz Theatre:
The Maltz Jupiter Theatre is a magnificent and perfectly designed South Florida entertainment and performance theatre that will exceed any and all of your expectations. They strive to produce a one of a kind theatre experience that is sure to have you coming back time and time again. The Maltz Jupiter Theatre is designed to have something for everyone and they pride themselves in being a venue that hosts a wide range of entertainment varieties. Some of the fantastic upcoming productions include some not to miss renditions of The Foreigner, Fiddler on the Roof, The Wiz, Glengarry Glen Ross, and even Les Miserables.
Address: 1001 E Indiantown Rd Jupiter, Florida 334777
Phone: (561) 575-2223
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4.) Jupiter Outdoor Center:
The Jupiter Outdoor Center is world-class outdoor recreation center based in the warm and tropical town of Jupiter Florida. With everything from paddleboard and kayak rentals to tours and lessons the Jupiter Outdoor Center is sure to exceed any and all of your expectations. They feature a very friendly and energetic team of knowledgeable outdoor recreation professionals that are committed to ensuring everyone leaves the outdoor center feeling great and completely satisfied with their experience. Plus with a variety of great camps, programs, and events the Jupiter Outdoor Center will have something for everyone.
Address: 1116 Love St Jupiter, Florida 33477
Phone: (561) 747-0063
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5.) Bush Wildlife Sanctuary:
The Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is more than just a place to see animals it is a truly outstanding wildlife adventure sure to fulfill all of your desires. With the combination of a refuge nature center and wildlife hospital the sanctuary features a one of a kind experience where tourists and locals can learn about Florida’s natural environments and the wildlife they have to offer. Some of the wildlife you can see includes eagles, crocodiles, snakes, bears, foxes, panthers, and so much more.
Address: 2500 Jupiter Park Drive Jupiter, Florida 33458
Phone: (561) 575-3399
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Italian Festival In Abacoa!
This weekend November 6-9 you are invited to the Twelfth Annual Feast Of Little Italy a truly outstanding Italian Festival being held in the perfectly designed Jupiter Florida community of Abacoa. This is always a very desirable South Florida event and this year it is billed to be an experience you truly can’t miss out on. Some of the wonderful attractions this Italian festival will have to offer include wine seminars, cooking demos, an art pavilion, numerous entertainment stages, bocce games, a variety of food and non-food vendors, and even a fantastic area full of festival rides. On Sunday you can even watch a Guinness World Record attempt for the world’s largest cannoli. There will truly be something for everyone at the Feast Of Little Italy and it is sure to have you going back year after year. Tickets to the festival are $7 with free parking and kids 12 and under are admitted free. For those who don’t want to miss out on any of the fun discounted multi-day passes are available.
The Feast Of Little Italy:
Address: Abacoa Town Center – 1200 University Blvd Jupiter, Florida 33458
Phone: (561) 427-0500
Manatee Season Is Here!
Throughout the year you can see manatees roam all over South Florida. However, sightings become easier and more frequent during the months from November the Manatee Awareness Month through until April. The majestic beauty and sheer magic of these gentle giants are sure to exceed any and all of your expectations.
Due to the cold temperatures that bring colder waters to South Florida during these months Manatees tend to travel inland to find warmer waters like freshwater springs and other places where the waters stay more constant year round. This is due to the fact that despite their size they have very little body fat and need warmer waters to survive and flourish. This provides people out boating, kayaking, and paddleboarding with the perfect opportunity to spot these wonderful creatures. But be careful because catching a glimpse of a large group of manatees in one place can be very thrilling. So just remember to mind your “Manatee Manners” and understand that these gentle see cows are there in order to survive. So please enjoy looking but try not to disturb them.
November is Manatee Awareness Month and from November through April it is very important that you obey any and all speed zones in order to keep our beloved manatee sanctuaries protected and safe. Be sure to become familiar with the rules Florida has for boating these waterways during this time of year. Always keep your vessels away from manatee sanctuaries and be sure to anchor in a safe place when manatee watching. Help us as we concentrate our efforts in amplifying and protecting the healthy habitats needed for South Florida’s growing manatee population.
The 3rd Annual Neighborhood Food And Business Showcase!
The Roger Dean Stadium and Victoria Events LLC. are bringing you the third annual neighborhood food and business showcase Sunday November the 2nd from 11am to 3pm and it is billed to be an event not to miss. This is a free family fun day that is opened to the public. Attendees will enjoy sample eats from over 35 local restaurants and receive coupons, discount cards, and a variety of promotional items from over 200 local businesses. Kids will enjoy a free kid’s zone equipped with a bounce house, clown, balloons, face painting, prizes, and so much more. A raffle and silent auction will be held to benefit Speak Up! For Kids. There will also be an outstanding chili cook off contest going on with cash prizes for placing first, second, and third. For more info on this event please call (561) 385-3736.
Roger Dean Stadium:
Address: 4751 Main Street Jupiter, Florida 33458
Phone: (561) 775-1818
Web: http://rogerdeanstadium.com/
Tiger Woods To Open Sports And Dining Club In Jupiter Florida!
The professional golfing star Tiger Woods is to open a new sports and dining club in Jupiter’s Harbourside Place. This restaurant and sports bar will boast a whopping 5,900 square feet and it is designed to be a wonderful destination for people to go visit with family and friends while enjoying a fabulous meal or just enjoying a cold drink while watching sports on the television. The opening is planned for early 2015 and is sure to become one of South Florida’s most desirable establishments and Jupiter, FL most frequented dining destinations.
Being a Jupiter Island resident Woods told the press “I’ve been watching Harbourside Place’s development since it broke ground more than two years ago, and know that it is the perfect location for my sports and dining club.” and “I wanted to build it locally where I live and where it could help support the community.” There is no word out yet of what the menu will look like but we are sure it will exceed any and all of your expectations. Sounds like lots of fun for the great city of Jupiter, FL.
The Who’s Who In Luxury Real Estate Honors Waterfront Properties and Club Communities!
The Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate is an organization of all the most prestigious luxury real estate brokers from all over the world. The group consists of over 130,000 of the finest luxury real estate professionals from over 85 collective countries and together they gross annually around $190 billion in sales. Known as the industry leader this organization has been recognized for many awards that include the “Webby Awards”, the “Addy Awards”, and the “Maggie Awards”.
Recently the Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate announced their nominees for their 19th Annual Luxury Real Estate Fall Conference. The team at Waterfront Properties and Club Communities received a variety of award nominations from our founder Joan Thomson being nominated for the impressive and very prestigious “Lifetime Achievement Award” to our managing partner Rob Thomson and his fabulous team being nominated for numerous awards that include “Best Industry Networking”, “Master Networker”, “Most Innovative Marketing”, and the “Billionaire’s Club”. The Waterfront Properties and Club Communities team was also nominated for “Best Website”, “Most Outbound Referrals”, and “Outstanding Social Media Savvy.
In today’s luxury real estate market it is important to have a very knowledgeable team that is ahead of the curb. Rob Thomson and his team of specialists run a business model that ensures each and every one of their clients receives a very personalized style of client service and care that is sure to provide you with the perfect luxury home buying or selling experience.
For more information on Rob Thomson and his fantastic Waterfront Properties and Club Communities or the wonderful real estate they currently have for sale. Please feel free to email them at INFO@wfpcc.com, call them at (561) 746-7272, or visit their webpage at www.waterfront-properties.com/.
Why is it so Hard to Buy a Green Home?
“Green” is the future in real estate! No doubt. The benefits of “Going Green” are enormous. They range from helping the environment to saving your hard earned money. Businesses, families and individuals are revamping the way the think about and use their desired power sources and strive to achieve a “Green” solution. One of the biggest challenges with “Going Green” is actually securing the Green real estate. The technology is so new that there is simply not a lot of green real estate options. Almost all potential buyers if given the option would chose the more eco-friendly and money saving green home. It actually tops the list on most desirable features in new real estate purchases. But there can be some big hurdles during their search. Finding and purchasing a green home is certainly easier said than done. Thanks to a variety of issues, it’s more difficult than you would assume to find these homes!
What exactly is the problem?
– Supply/’Demand
Green has been trending for quite some time. It has been considered alternative and on the fridge but now it is mainstream and very desirable unfortunately Amreicans tend to go for the “Quick Buck”. Therefore, the number of homes that actually have these updates is limited. Since these homes are in high demand, especially among first time homebuyers, you may find it more difficult to find one of these homes, because the supply just isn’t as strong as the demand.
– $$$
Energy efficient upgrades increase the value of the home, which means you are going to pay more for a home that has these upgrades. Although the extra savings will typically be made back over time because of the decrease in utility bills, the added upfront cost is pretty significant. Right now, that added cost is coupled with the low supply of homes – which makes these homes even pricier. A recent survey showed that nearly 95% of homebuyers listed energy efficient upgrades on their list of “wants” for their home. Since the supply is far less than the demand, expect to pay quite a bit more for a green home than a home that has not been upgraded!
– Appraisals
Another challenge that “Green” real estate shoppers and “Green” real estate developers encounter is Appraisals. How much is the green modifications work. Sometimes the work is valued too high and sometimes too low. It is difficult to value newer technology so the prices for “Green” modifications or enhancements vary and is not considered an exact quote.
– Can this affect you?
If the appraiser does not correctly factor in the value of the energy efficient upgrades in the house, both you and the seller may suffer when the home appraisal is sent to your lender.
Although people are starting to realize the need for this information, the inclusion of this information is not occurring quickly enough to satisfy green shoppers who are stuck searching far and wide! For more information about this article or any other real estate related issues use this link, Waterfront Properties and Club Communities.
The Jupiter Elks Annual Fundraiser Golf Tournament!
The Jupiter Elks Lodge is a nonprofit organization that is committed to giving back to the South Florida community. This Saturday the 27th they will be hosting their annual Fundraiser Golf Tournament at the outstanding country club paradise of the Eastpointe in Palm Beach Gardens. The tournament will be set up as a scramble and with a hole in one contest and numerous other special course activities this event is billed to be a fun and exciting time for everyone involved. There will also be a fantastic complimentary full spread BBQ dinner for the players hosted at the Jupiter Elks Lodge including chicken and NY Strip Steak. Don’t want to golf, no problem you can just enjoy dinner for $15 and even sponsor a hole or just make a flat out donation to the organization.
Address:
Eastpointe Country Club
13535 Eastpointe Boulevard
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33418
Date and Time:
Saturday, September the 27th 2014 at 1:00 pm
Phone: (561) 744-8689
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PGA National to Host LPGA National Pro-Am Tournament And Conference!
From October 5th through the 7th the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Teaching and Club Professionals (TC&P) are heading to the PGA National in warm and tropical Palm Beach Gardens, Florida where they will host their 2014 National Pro-Am Tournament and Conference.
The 2014 National Pro-Am Tournament will mark the second time this event has been staged by the LPGA and is billed to be an absolutely outstanding experience for both the professionals and amateurs alike. The Champions Course of the PGA National is the perfect setting for this event and it is sure to provide a fantastic golfing experience full of challenging play for everyone involved. With amateurs playing side by side with the pros and a best ball format this event is sure to be one not to miss out on.
Directly following the Pro-Am Tournament the LPGA TC&P will host the conference’s welcoming reception and “Little Black Dress Party”. The theme of the conference is designed around “learn-grow-lead” and will include some outstanding groundbreaking and inspiring subject matter designed to polish up the skills of everyone involved. Some of the speakers and presenters of the conference will include Aimpoint’s Mark Sweeney, Trackman’s James Leitz, and a variety of others that make the conference a must see for golfing enthusiasts.
ENJOY A PICTURESQUE SOUTH FLORIDA AIR TOUR!
South Florida is home to many beautiful landscapes and views. It is home to picturesque beaches, luxurious hotels and jaw dropping real estate. To see all of south Florida’s pristine beauty would take several months of traveling up and down the gorgeous coast but it you want to take the entire area in one swoop I would suggest taking a South Florida Air Tour from Airtour America. The air tour would begin in sunny Fort Lauderdale and take you up and down the gleaming shores of Fort Lauderdale and Miami. You will be able to see up close the magnificent mansions, condominiums and real estate that speckle this magical coast. From the plane, passengers are encouraged to photos of the interesting landscape that includes beaches, shorelines, luxury hotels, luxury condos and spectacular real estate. This is a terrific way to enjoy the vibrant south Florida shoreline.
This is a great way to experience the beauty of South Florida at an altered perspective. Whether you are learning about the area or are searching for the perfect home, a bird’s eye view of Fort Lauderdale Beach, Miami Beach and the surrounding cities may be the perfect solution to your decision making process. At this higher perspective, the scenic flight will take you over the places of interest, pure beauty and the organic reputation that South Florida offers.
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