Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
Good morning, Jupiter.
The 10th annual Kaitlin’s Angel Run 5K race will take place tomorrow at 7:30 a.m. at 1200 Town Center Drive in Jupiter to honor Kaitlin Kazanjian and fund a memorial scholarship while supporting families facing catastrophic events (registration fees are $30 for adults, $20 for students, and $35 on race day).
Communities across Palm Beach County & the Treasure Coast host events honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Today, Riviera Beach holds its 42nd annual MLK parade with live shows at Dan Calloway Recreation Complex, & other celebrations occur in Fort Pierce, Royal Palm Beach, Boca Raton, & Delray Beach.
Florida stargazers can see Saturn and the waxing crescent moon close together in the sky on Friday, Jan.
23 after sunset. Locals may view the conjunction by looking west or visiting dark-sky locations like Groveland (30 miles west of Orlando) or Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park.
Gardening experts urge local homeowners to protect tropical plants as cold weather approaches.
They advise watering plants heavily several days in advance and covering them with cloth sheets attached to supports to keep covers from touching leaves while Tropical Acres Farm owner Alex Salazar recommends waiting before trimming frost-damaged foliage.
An analysis by The Palm Beach Post showed Palm Beach is the richest city per resident while Boca Raton had lower wealth despite a larger tax base + Riviera Beach ranked above Wellington and West Palm Beach.
The study compared 19 cities’ taxable property to spotlight local funding differences.
Line Dancing Night
5-7 p.m. — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of rhythm and fun with lively line dancing and great country music.
Sleepin Dogz Concert
8-11 p.m. — Square Grouper Tiki Bar — Cost info unavailable — Experience a lively rock and jam session inspired by classic bands like Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd.
Sound Bath Experience with Linnea
5-6 p.m. — Breathe Salt & Yoga — Bring your own mat — Immerse yourself in soothing sounds and vibrations for a restorative healing journey.
Football Sundays at Double Roads Tavern
12-8 p.m. — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Enjoy wall-to-wall NFL coverage with delicious food and drink specials in a vibrant atmosphere.
Material Girls Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maltz Jupiter Theatre Inc — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live performance by Material Girls in an inviting theater setting.
Films on the Field
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Gardens North County District Park — Free entry — Enjoy a magical movie night under the stars with 'How to Train Your Dragon' and meet a friendly Viking.
ManateeFest 2026
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Manatee Lagoon — Free entry — Celebrate 10 years of manatee wonder with family fun, activities, and tasty treats.
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