Calendar For April 21 – April 28, 2018

Saturday, April 21

• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Okeeheelee Park South (7500 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, April 21 at 7:30 a.m. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 596-4423 for more info.

• The Green Market at Wellington will be open Saturday, April 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. near the Wellington Amphitheater. For more info., visit www.greenmarketatwellington.com.

• The Color Vibe 5K will be held on Saturday, April 21 at 9 a.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. For info., visit www.thecolorvibe.com.

• The 2018 Gem, Jewelry & Bead Show will be held on Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. For more info., visit www.frankcoxproductions.com.

• The Mounts Botanical Garden will host Urban Farming: Hydroponics on Saturday, April 21 at 10 a.m. The presentation will explore the basics of effective hydroponic gardening. Participants will learn strategies and tips to grow in water, types of containers, nutrients and methods for growing vegetables and ornamental plants without soil. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.

• The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will hold a Deer & Raptor Walk for all ages on Saturday, April 21 at 10:30 a.m. Go on a behind-the-scenes tour of the deer and raptor compounds for an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about these unique creatures. Call (561) 233-1400 to pre-register. Visit www.pbcnature.com for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Ocean Commotion for ages 2 to 6 on Saturday, April 21 at 11 a.m. Listen to stories about dolphins, turtles and jellyfish, sing songs and make a craft featuring friends from under the sea. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, April 21 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Teen Wii U Gaming & More for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, April 21 at 3 p.m. Meet your friends for some Wii gaming and tabletop games. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 Forest Hill Boulevard) will host a free Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 21 from 4 to 7 p.m. The event features more than 20 local vendors, earth-friendly products and demonstrations, free seedlings, giveaways, food trucks, kids’ activities and more. The Wellington Village Council will plant a bald cypress tree, provided by the Rotary Club of Wellington. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events.

• The a cappella group Third Row Center will hold its spring concert at Golden Lakes Village on Saturday, April 21 at 7 p.m. in Clubhouse B. There will be a free prize raffle and refreshments. For more info., visit www.thirdrowcentersingers.net.

The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Fleetwood Mac tribute concert by Dreams: Crystal Visions of Fleetwood Mac on Saturday, April 21 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events for more info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach will present The Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma on Saturday, April 21 at 8 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

Sunday, April 22

• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will hike on the Apoxee Wilderness Trail (3125 N. Jog Road, West Palm Beach) on Sunday, April 22 at 7:30 a.m. Bring plenty of water. Call Alan Collins at (561) 586-0486 for more info.

• The Palm Beach Zoo will hold Party for the Planet on Sunday, April 22 at 11 a.m. Every day is Earth Day at the Palm Beach Zoo. Discover more about the environment, wildlife and natural resources with interactive activities and eco-craft stations and up-close animal encounters. Visit www.palmbeachzoo.org for more info.

• The 2018 high-goal polo season will conclude Sunday, April 22 with the USPA 114th U.S. Open Polo Championship Final at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. Polo matches are open to the public, with a wide range of hospitality and guest seating options. For more info., visit www.internationalpoloclub.com.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Book Chat: The Hours by Michael Cunningham for adults on Sunday, April 22 at 2 p.m. in a staff-led discussion. Copies are available. Refreshments will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Jewish Cultural Society at Florida Atlantic University (777 Glades Road, Boca Raton) will present 16-year-old Dreyfoos School for the Arts junior and Wellington resident Haley Johnston on Sunday, April 22 at 3 p.m. in the Student Union Live Oak Room A. Johnston will share her views on school safety, racism, bullying and future concerns. Call (561) 297-2186 to RSVP.

Monday, April 23

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Thinking Money: The Psychology Behind Our Best and Worst Financial Decisions on Monday, April 23 at 6 p.m. This documentary reveals natural behavioral biases and provides innovative solutions to get people on the path to financial security. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

Tuesday, April 24

• Wellington is partnering with local organizations to expand the informational and educational services provided to seniors. These free informative sessions are delivered on the last Tuesday of the month in the format of a lunch and learn. The next session is on Estate & Legacy Planning and is set for Tuesday, April 24 at 11:30 a.m. at the Wellington Community Center. Call Jenifer Brito at (561) 753-2476 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Art for Adults: Open Studio for ages 16 and up on Tuesday, April 24 at 2 p.m. Practice your skills and get guidance on how to finish bringing your vision to life. Bring an unfinished project or start a new one. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Spring Flowers for ages 8 to 12 on Tuesday, April 24 at 3 p.m. Show your creativity and construct origami flowers. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Music by Laible Blu for adults on Tuesday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m. Laible Blu is a folk troubadour who performs American ballads, blues, work songs, country music, plus a little Jewish music. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Club Pokémon for ages 6 to 12 on Tuesday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m. Bring your DS or Pokémon cards and get ready to battle, trade or try your hand at Pokémon bingo or a Pokécraft. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

Wednesday, April 25

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Book Discussion: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng for adults on Wednesday, April 25 at 2 p.m. Pick up a copy at the research services desk. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Earth Day Seed Bombs for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, April 25 at 3 p.m. Celebrate Earth Day by making seed bombs that will burst with flowers. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Playful Toddlers & Tykes for children under age 4 on Wednesday, April 25 at 3:30 p.m. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, April 25 at 6 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Bring a friend or make new ones. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

Thursday, April 26

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Money Smart Month: Investment Basics” on Thursday, April 26 at 2 p.m. Topics will include saving and investing, how to invest wisely, the resources available to become an educated investor, as well as tips to avoid investment fraud. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host DIY: Design a Spring Tote Bag for adults on Thursday, April 26 at 2 p.m. Discover your creative side and create your own tote bag. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host American Revolution Trivia for ages 5 to 12 on Thursday, April 26 at 3 p.m. Does your knowledge of trivia leave your family and friends in awe? Join a team and see who wins. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Let’s Talk Money!” for ages 8 to 12 on Thursday, April 26 at 3:45 p.m. Learn how to become a money-smart kid by knowing how to spend, save and donate wisely with a little help from e-commerce instructor Rajeeyah Madinah. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• Wellington will host a Lakeside Family Fun Night on Lake Wellington behind the Wellington Community Center on Thursday, April 26 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/lakeside for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Future Teen Business Leaders Unite for ages 13 to 17 on Thursday, April 26 at 5 p.m. Think you have what it takes to start your very own business? Learn how to use Google and social media platforms to make your business a reality. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Village of Royal Palm Beach will hold a special meeting on Thursday, April 26 at 6 p.m. in the Village Meeting Hall to review the results of a traffic study on La Mancha Avenue, which has been determined to be a candidate for traffic calming. A ballot has been sent to each of the addresses adjacent to the roadway in question. For more info., e-mail cmarsh@royalpalmbeach.com or call (561) 790-5161.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Craft Night for ages 8 and up on Thursday, April 26 at 7 p.m. Try out a few fun crafts at this relaxed event. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

The Wellington Amphitheater will hold a free concert by the Gypsy Lane Band, along with a food truck invasion, on Thursday, April 26 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present musician, songwriter, producer and recording artist David Foster on Thursday, April 26 at 8 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

Friday, April 27

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Books and Kids: Bilingual Story Time for ages 2 to 5 on Friday, April 27 at 11 a.m. Join in for stories, songs, rhymes and fun in both English and Spanish. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Lego Bricks for ages 5 to 12 on Friday, April 27 at 3:30 p.m. Build, imagine and play with Lego bricks. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free screening of Goodbye Christopher Robin on Friday, April 27 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.

Saturday, April 28

Uncle Gary’s Rock & Rib Fest will be held at the Wellington Amphitheater on Saturday, April 28 from 3 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.unclegarysrockandribfest.com.