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The Palm Beach Shores Police Department needs your assistance! 

Every year the PD on SI holds an Egg Hunt that's over-the-top. We're talking literally tons of eggs and candy, with bounce houses, crafts, music, food and more.

While loads of fun, the hunt is also taken serious; there's 4 different age divisions and a whistle to signal the start of the race at exactly 11 a.m. There will be plenty of eggs for everyone but only with your help! 

Join the Police Department stuffing 4,000 eggs with 9,000 pieces of candy for the Egg Hunt on March 31st. Volunteers will meet at the Town Hall Chambers in Palm Beach Shores on Wednesday, March 28th at 1 p.m. to get to work. Sandwiches and beverages will be provided.

247 Edwards Lane. 

Alfred Hitchcock, one of the most iconic filmmakers of all time, has a forgotten history with Singer Island. 

Hitchcock's glory was revealed in the 1950s and 60s with his staple mystery movies like "Psycho," "Rear Window," "The Birds" and "Strangers on a Train." He also rapidly became a television star from his comedic introductions on the series "Alfred Hitchcock Presents."

It was rumored at the time that the celebrity had visits to Singer Island, which brought many of his fans and paparazzi to the area for a chance to see him and get his autograph. But Hitchcock only visited Palm Beach County one time in his life- and it was before his fame in 1939 with his wife Alma. So the question arises: Where did the story come from that Hitchcock could

The Palm Beach Post has made a list of the best spots for Spring Breakers to grab some breakfast on their way to the beach this week. The Post chose 9 spots all over Palm Beach County and placed Johnny Longboats on Singer Island at number 2. 

Johnny Longboats is located in the Ocean Mall which is just steps away from the beach. It opens at 7 a.m., parking is free, and you can hear the sound of waves crashing while you eat. 

The restaurant has "Eye Opener Specials," which are $3.99 Bloody Mary's, screwdrivers, and mimosas- a great way to start the day on spring vacation. All of their breakfasts are packed with protein, like their Low Carb-High Protein Specialty which comes with 3 eggs, bacon or sausage, cottage cheese, and sliced tomatoes

The Palm Beach Shores St. Patrick's Day Parade will be held on Saturday, March 17th, at 11 a.m. on the south end of Singer Island. It starts at the town's community center (90 Edwards lane) and ends on S. Ocean Avenue. Head over to the 28th annual parade for a day full of floats, music, beer, food and fun!

The idea to have a celebration on the island started in 1989 after a small group of friends went to the nearest St. Patrick's Day celebration, the Lake Worth Parade, where they jumped in on the march. They had so much fun they decided it was time to have one of their own in the town of Palm Beach Shores! In 1990 they gathered a board of 8 people to hold the first ever Annual Palm Beach Shores Parade. The Grand Marshal, Mickey O'Brien, towed a

 Just over the Blue Heron Bridge, the Brewhouse Gallery is a trendy spot for Singer Island residents to go to. It's a unique place incorporating an art gallery, live music venue, bar and restaurant. 

The Brewhouse is open Tuesday-Sunday in the afternoon and evening. It hangs art from 18 local artists, changing pieces every 3 months. The art is on display and for sale, commission free. The concept is to revolutionize modern art galleries- boosting foot traffic, exposure, and ultimately sales. 

The venue is visually inspiring and a place to be creative and share ideas with new people. Besides art on every inch of the walls, there's a small stage for local bands to play, tables and benches to have a beer and relax, and there's food from 5:30

A new Caribbean market called TikiMarket is launching this month on the Riviera Beach waterfront.

TikiMarket celebrates the spirit and lifestyle of the Caribbean, especially the nearby Bahamas. Browse food and merchandise of the islands along the clear water of Inlet while listening to a DJ play some tropical james from artists like Calypso and Bob Marley.

The vibrant market will be held every Sunday year-round from 4-7 p.m. at the Riviera Beach Marina Village: 190 E. 13th St.

Vendors interested in setting up can call 561-844-3408.

Come get a taste of the islands on Sunday nights on the Riviera waterfront!

Researchers at Florida Atlantic University captured the annual Blacktip Shark migration off Singer Island over the weekend.

The footage, which you can see here, shows thousands of sharks heading south toward warmer water. These sharks are often called the "snowbirds of the sea," because they migrate south during the cold months when water temperatures drop below 71 degrees. When the weather and water warm back up they will return north. 

The video was taken right off of John D. MacArthur Beach State Park in North Palm. Blacktips are regarded as fairly timid animals and account for very few attacks on humans. In places like Georgia, South Carolina, and northern-central Florida, there are areas that have cloudy inlets and an abundant supply

The Heritage Parade and Festival will be celebrated once again in North Palm Beach on Saturday, April 7th! The annual event brings together families, civic groups, bands, clubs, and organizations from around the area. 

The day kicks off with a parade at 11 a.m. from the North Palm Beach Village Hall on US 1, which travels north on Eastwind dr., west on Lighthouse dr., and then south down Anchorage dr. ending at Anchorage Park.

The festival starts at noon at Anchorage Park and goes until around 8 p.m. There's carnival rides, food and drinks, live music and entertainment, games, a cornhole tournament, business expo, and more!

There is no entry fee but if you're planning on going on rides you'll need tp purchase tickets. Tickets are a

Head to John D. MacArthur Beach State Park next Saturday, March 3rd for the annual NatureScaping Outdoor Festival!

This event is super popular and lots of fun! Nature lovers bring the whole family out to this beautiful park on the beach and enjoy live music, a food truck invasion, games, vendors, and much more.

Participate in a kayaking obstacle course, take a paddle board over to Munyon Island and explore, check out native plant vendors and nature-themed craft vendors, exhibitors, and live animal shows. 

This event is totally free and takes place from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

For more information call 561-624-6950.

10900 Jack Nicklaus Dr., North Palm Beach, FL 33408.

Munyon Island is a small island situated in the Lake Worth Lagoon in North Palm Beach. The island is currently owned by John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, so park visitors can rent kayaks and paddle over to it to birdwatch, snorkel, or just hang out.  

The island was originally called "Nuctsachoo" by the Seminole Natives, which means "Pelican Island," as it was reportedly one of the largest wading bird breeding grounds in South Florida. 

The first "resident" of the island was a man named Rodgers who lived as a castaway and made a living selling sea turtles he caught out of the lagoon in 1884. In 1892 the Pitts family bought the island and built a two-story house upon it. 

The Pitts sold the island to Dr. James Muyon in 1901 who built a hotel