Children's Science Explorium - Photo Credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathan_and_jenny/2352347758/As one of the top attractions in Boca Raton, Sugar Sand Park is a great place for children and adults. This park features the Children's Science Explorium inside the Community Center, along with the Willow Theatre. There's also a Field House with an indoor gym and plenty of other great attractions throughout the 132-acre park.

Other features of the park include:

  • Pavilions - Many pavilions provide a great place for your next event.
  • Carousel - One of the main attractions, the Carousel is a great choice for kids.
  • Nature Trails - Two trails make this the perfect place for hikers and walkers.
  • Science Playground - A tri-level place with plenty of hands-on experiences and interactive components.

Along with the many features of Sugar Sand Park,…

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Monkey Joe's - Photo Credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/kathycsus/4304695709/Finding the right place for your kids to get out that energy and have fun is necessary. Monkey Joe's is a great choice and provide an excellent place for play, birthday parties and more. The place is perfect for kids 12 years of age and younger. Adults can relax while they place and if you hold a party, the entire clean-up and set-up is taken care of for you.

The center has all types of inflatable slides, jumping houses, bounce castles and other things for kids to enjoy. Slides are found throughout the entire place and kids simply love the obstacle courses and more. Your kids will stay active here and the Mini Monkey Zone is made just for toddlers.

Parents don't have to worry about sanitization because Swisher Hygiene Inc. has partnered with the…

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Harlem GlobeTrotters - Photo Credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/battlecreekcvb/4101133024/If you've ever wanted to see the Globetrotters in person, they will be in Boca Raton, at the Florida Atlantic University Arena for two shows. They are actually having an online contest for free tickets for these two shows.

The Globetrotters will be resuming their North American tour the day after Christmas, which will include over 250 cities and over 290 games before the end of April. FAU Arena will play host to the team twice in March on the 3rd and the 8th.

Last year when the Globetrotters came to the FAU arena, the game sold out so fast, they added a second one. The arena holds less than 3,000 people and getting your tickets early is a must, if you want to see this fun game. The small arena may not hold as many as the Globetrotters can attract, but…

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If you love costumes, you will love the new addition to the Boca area called the Wick Costume Museum. This museum is finally open for tours and Kimberly Wick recently led the first tour through in a pink gown from "La Cage aux Folles."

The facility houses a massive $21 costume collection from Broadway shows. This collection has been relocated to The Wick Theater & Costume Museum and includes a number of popular choices from some of the most famous shows on Broadway including King and I, Singin' in the Rain, The Music Man and many more.

The museum owns 48 original Broadway wardrobes, three Mae West furs and so much more. The collection has taken nearly 38 years for Marilynn Wick to create. She moved the costume from a warehouse in Pompano Beach a few…

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Tennis FacilityLiving in Florida doesn't mean you are limited to golf and water sports. Many other outdoor activities are very popular throughout Boca Raton and the entire state. One of those activities is tennis. Here are some of the top places you can enjoy tennis throughout the Palm Beaches.

Evert Tennis Academy - 10334 Diego Drive South

Known as the best tennis facility in the area, the Evert Tennis Academy provides plenty of programs for developing players. This isn't exactly a place to go if you just enjoy a game of tennis. However, if you're competitive and looking to improve your game, ETA is certainly for you.

Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach - 2800 South Ocean Boulevard

Providing a five-star tennis experience, this oceanfront resort has some of the best…

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The Jupiter Lighthouse - Photo Credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/stretchybill/5559198941/The Jupiter Lighthouse is found in an amazing natural area where the Indian and Loxahatchee Rivers meet. This is a part of the Jupiter inlet and provides about 120 acres of space. Twenty five species are found throughout the area, as well.

Visiting this part of the southern area of Florida provides the perfect escape from an ordinary day. Whether you love lighthouses or you love nature, this is the perfect combination of both. Along with a regular visit, you will find many special events held at the Jupiter Lighthouse throughout the year including:

  • Lighthouse Chickee Chats - November 5th and December 3rd at 10:30pm
  • Rock the Lights Concert - November 23rd, 6:30pm to 10:30pm
  • Festival of Trees - November 23rd and 24th from 10am to 5pm
  • Lighthouse…

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