Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Mayor questions parking fee affordability: Delray Beach city leaders voted April 21 to permanently extend the downtown employee parking program, keeping $10 monthly permits despite fewer signups, and 65 percent said they want it continued -- read the full story.

Rare Blue Flag distinction: Delray Beach is nominated again for USA TODAY 10Best, chasing a third straight win. Voting remains open daily through May 18, with winners announced May 27 at noon -- see voting dates and details.

CRT-certified pours, New Mexico sourcing: Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill has opened in Delray Beach, channeling Santa Fe flavors with a sizzling molcajete and a tequila list touted as the East Coast’s largest -- get all the details.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Live arts, close by: Arts Garage packs serious culture into an intimate room, with jazz, blues, soul and Latin shows, thought‑provoking theatre, a monthly stand-up series, and the Marshall Family Foundation Gallery spotlighting emerging artists. Consider this your nudge to make it a Delray night this week.

Closet glow-up, anyone? If your wardrobe is running on autopilot, Bolufe Boutique blends standout denim, an upcycled collection, and polished pieces you’ll actually wear. Book a one-on-one styling session with Kim Bolufé and her Bolufettes, then stroll out feeling like the most confident version of you.

Fresh cut, zero fuss: If your ends are fried from sun and salt, Bond Street Salon in Pineapple Grove delivers thoughtful cuts, color, extensions, and smoothing that stand up to Delray humidity. Stylists listen, refine, and never rush, so you leave feeling like your hair finally matches your vibe.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🍽 Dine for a Cause @ Galley (West Palm Beach) | Thursday (4/30) at 5:00 PM – Nothing beats dinner that does some good too. Head to Galley for Dine for a Cause, eat well, feel virtuous, and support Els for Autism, because if you’re going to order dessert, it might as well benefit someone besides your future treadmill.

🐢 Paint Night: Sea Turtle Bowl or Mermaid Ring Holder @ Benny's on the Beach (Lake Worth) | Thursday (4/30) at 6:45 PM – If your craft projects usually end with glitter in your hair, this one’s blissfully guided. Grab a cocktail at Oceanwalk, then paint a ceramic sea turtle bowl or mermaid tail ring holder. $36-38 covers materials, glaze, and instruction, all ages and skill levels welcome.

🧘 Master Class with Bryan Kest @ Yoga Journey (Boca Raton) | Friday (5/1) at 6:00 PM – Whether you’re loyal to his Thanksgiving ritual or yoga-curious, Bryan Kest is back mid-year with a rare master class that delivers. Expect a flowing practice with real talk and humor that steadies your mind, not just your hamstrings. All levels, in-studio or online, $65.

♻ Great American Cleanup & Trashy Mermaids 6-Year Anniversary @ Delray Beach On The Beach | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Celebrate six salty years with the Trashy Mermaids at the Great American Clean-Up on Delray Beach, by Lifeguard Stand S3. Come early for buckets, grabbers, and a free tee, snag loyalty raffle chances for Deb Yager mermaid art, and practice rescuing champagne corks.

🥕 Delray Winter GreenMarket @ Old School Square | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Saturday mornings call for the GreenMarket at Old School Square, the weekly ritual everyone in Delray pretends is about kale and is actually about catching up. Expect farm-fresh produce, artisan bakes, local makers, and enough people-watching to replace your cardio.

✂ Family GalleRE Workshop: Mini Scrap Designs @ Resource Depot (West Palm Beach) | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Swap screen time for glue time at Resource Depot’s Family GalleRE Workshop, where your crew becomes monsters, mermaids, or delightfully fancy with scraps, trim, and doodads. Perfect for families with kids 5+, $20 per family of four, and your living room stays intact. Tickets: https://www.resourcedepot.org/events/family-gallere-workshop-mini-scrap-designs-2

🖼 Palm Beach County Open Studios @ Palm Beach | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Skip the beach chair and poke around studios across The Palm Beaches. Over 100 artists open their spaces, so you can watch the messy magic, ask nosy questions, and, if something grabs you, take home original work. No craft-fair vibes, promise, and updates at openstudiospbc.com.

950 Cypress delivers 7,670 square feet of modern style with 5 bedrooms, 7 full and 2 half baths, an open plan with loft, and a study with bath that doubles as a guest suite. A gourmet kitchen, walk-in pantry, and dual laundry add ease. Pool with integrated spa, new seawall and dock, private elevator, 3-car garage. Completion December 2026.