Mary Lou Cruz

Public transportation can be a challenge to navigate for those who are unfamiliar with the interconnected systems, but it can also be an essential mode of travel to the savvy, frugal-minded transit rider. In South Florida’s sprawling urban-suburban landscape, there are various levels of how a person can get from point-A to point-B and back, …

If you don’t like driving around trying to find a parking spot, consider this: There’s an eco-friendly way to get around Boynton Beach. Coastal Cruiser park-and-ride Can’t find beach parking at Ocean Front Beach Park? Park for free and request a ride on the Coastal Cruiser from one of the following public parking lots: 115 …

It’s not your grandma or grandpa’s library! Did you know: The Palm Beach County Library System’s first Seed Library opened in February, 2023, at the Jupiter Branch; or that you can discover the Wonders of the Night Sky in a Telescope Viewing Session presented by the Astronomical Society at the Acreage Branch? The seed library at …

Saving precious pieces of history is a passion for many people, especially the staff and members of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County who make the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum possible. General admission to the History Museum is free; donations are appreciated ($5 suggested). Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., …

This is the last of the 2026 concert series hosted by Palm Beach Gardens Recreation. Admission is free and refreshments will be available for purchase but seating is limited, so arrive early and take your own chair to secure your space.  Saturday, March 7 · Earth To Mars – The Bruno Mars Experience High-energy, inspiring, …

You can celebrate all things Irish on Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Jupiter Irish Fest, a day of Irish music, food, drink, dancing and fun at Abacoa in Jupiter. Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. General admission is FREE. The event …

Northwood Village in West Palm Beach is hosting a free night of fun, food and family festivities, plus shopping opportunities, with holiday lights, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from local artisans, and festive live entertainment. Nights in Northwood Village When: Friday, March 27, June 26, Sept. 25, and Nov. 27, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. Where: …

Lincoln Road on Miami Beach has often been thought of as a public playground to many; a place to hang out, with restaurants, boutiques and myriad cultural activities within walking distance. Best of all, many outdoor events on the pedestrian mall are free and open to the public; vendor prices vary. And music has long …

Are you a fan of cosplay or a collector of memorabilia of the pop culture phenomena? Then,  Beyond Comicon is for you: When: Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Marjorie and William McDonald Center, 17051 NE 19th Ave., North Miami Beach Cost: $5 admission; vendor prices vary Don your superhero garb and …

Museums are a great place to take kids for a variety of reasons. They not only provide educational opportunities, but they also spark creativity, and promote family bonding. Plus, they can help give children a healthy perspective of where they fit in, between the past and the future. And thanks to the Museums for All …

Have you ever driven to a Tri-Rail station only to find there were no open parking spots? That is the dread of many South Florida commuters. Finally, there is a program to help provide options: A discount Ride Partner Service with Lyft and Uber. Tri-Rail provides EASY Card riders a $5 discount on Uber and …