Saturday, Dec. 7
• The Palm Beach County Thrift Store (2455 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach) will hold its monthly auction Saturday, Dec. 7. Store hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with bidding from 8 to 11 a.m. Call (561) 233-2256 or visit www.pbcgov.com for info.
• The Loxahatchee Groves Landowners’ Association will host a community yard sale Saturday Dec. 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2310 F Road, one-third of a mile north of Okeechobee Blvd. on the east side, with yard equipment, clothes, knickknacks and more. The cost to set up a table is a $5 donation to the LGLA. Contact Connie at (561) 798-9217 or e-mail conniek2310@gmail.com for more info.
• The Wellington Green Market will take place Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Call (561) 283-5856 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Mittens & More for ages 3 to 8 on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 11 a.m. featuring seasonal Jan Brett stories and a craft based on her artwork. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach Festival of Lights will take place Saturday, Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park (11600 Poinciana Blvd., off Royal Palm Beach Blvd.). Enjoy the sounds from local choirs, bands, dance teams and a live performance by the Samantha Russell Band. Holiday crafts, games and rides will be available, as well as food provided by the popular Food Truck Invasion. Santa Claus will also visit. For more info., call (561) 790-5149.
• The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host Beginning Birding for all ages Saturday, Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. Learn from an expert how to get started with the hobby of bird watching. The cost is $3 per person. Call (561) 233-1400 to RSVP.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Anime Club for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 3 p.m. Watch anime and check out the newest manga titles. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature Acoustic Java Jam for adults Saturday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. Enjoy a caffeinated collection of local talent or join the jam with an acoustic instrument. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature Crafts for Kids for ages 3 to 8 on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 3 p.m. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Women of Note Chorus will welcome special guests, the Young Singers of the Palm Beaches and the Sunshine District second-place quartet Overdrive, for “Holiday Harmonies: To Kids from 1 to 92” on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m. at the Eissey Campus Theatre in Palm Beach Gardens. Tickets are $15 for adults and free for students 18 years of age and younger. For tickets, call (561) 207-5900.
• The Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club of Wellington will host its 26th annual Wellington Dinner Dance on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Wycliffe Golf & Country Club. For more info., contact Kevin Murray at (561) 683-3287 or kmurray@bgcpbc.org.
• CARP will host its Holiday Gala and Peter Fairclough Memorial Recognition Awards Ceremony honoring community leaders on Sunday, Dec. 8 at the Hilton Palm Beach Airport. Proceeds will support substance abuse treatment programs. Tickets are $50 per person. For more info., call Susie MacDonald at (561) 844-6400, ext. 228 or e-mail dcr@carpinc.org.
Sunday, Dec. 8
• The Royal Palm Beach Green Market & Bazaar will take place Sunday, Dec. 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park (11600 Poinciana Blvd.). For more info., visit www.rpbgreenmarket.com.
• Wellington’s Holiday Mile, Holiday Park and Parade are set for Sunday, Dec. 8, beginning with the Holiday Park from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). The Holiday Mile will begin at the amphitheater at 2:15 p.m., followed by the Holiday Parade at 2:30 p.m. along Forest Hill Blvd., with the grandstand at the amphitheater. For more info., call Maritza Clark at (561) 578-4817 or visit www.cpbchamber.com.
• The Autism Project of Palm Beach County’s Renaissance Dinner for Autism will take place Sunday, Dec. 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mar-a-Lago Club Palm Beach. Learn more at www.autismproject.org.
Monday, Dec. 9
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature Sunshine Snackers: Fake Mustache for ages 7 to 13 on Monday, Dec. 9 at 4 p.m. Enjoy a snack while reading Fake Mustache by Tom Angleberger. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Art Club for ages 8 and up Monday, Dec. 9 at 4 p.m. Dress to get messy. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• Wellington Community Center (12150 Forest Hill Blvd.) will offer Needlecraft for Seniors every Monday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The activity is free, and all skill levels are welcome. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or call (561) 753-2484, ext. 0 for more info.
• The Mid-County Democratic Club will meet on Monday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. at Tree’s Wings & Ribs (603 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., Royal Palm Beach). Bring unwrapped toys to support Toys for Tots and Children’s Medical Services. For more info., visit www.midcountydems.com.
• The Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District Board of Supervisors will meet Monday, Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the district office (101 West D Road, Loxahatchee Groves). Call (561) 793-0884 or visit www.lgwcd.org for more info.
Tuesday, Dec. 10
• The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host Science for Seniors: Observing Wildlife for ages 50 and up Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 9:30 a.m. Learn tips and techniques for seeing more animal species when out in nature. The cost is $5 per person. Call (561) 233-1400 to RSVP.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Groundbreaking Reads: Adult Book Discussion Series on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. Barbara Harnick will discuss Atonement by Ian McEwan. Sign up and check out the book. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Tween Tuesdays Gaming for ages 8 to 12 on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. Bring a friend for Wii gaming and board game fun. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature Money! Money! Money! for ages 6 to 10 on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 3:30 p.m. Hear stories about kids and their money. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature Sit ’n’ Stitch for adults and age 9 and up Tuesdays, Dec. 10 and Dec. 17 at 5 p.m. Learn crocheting or knitting fundamentals, work on current projects and share ideas. Some materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature Make It With Felt for ages 10 to 17 on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. Learn a few fundamentals, then design, cut, sew and decorate a stocking while enjoying a seasonal treat. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Groundbreaking Reads: Adult Book Discussion Series on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. Sara Harris will discuss 15 Seconds by Andrew Gross. Sign up and check out the book. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Crochet Club for ages 9 and up Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. Learn basic stitches and socialize while you work on projects. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach Community Band will offer its final performance of the year Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center. Refreshments will be served during intermission. For more info., call (561) 790-5149.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Wonders of the Night Sky: Telescope Viewing Session for adults Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. Join the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches and learn about constellations. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Wellington Village Council will meet Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). For more info., call (561) 791-4000 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.
Wednesday, Dec. 11
• Representatives from the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office will be in the lobby of the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Wednesday, Dec. 11 from 10 to 11 a.m. to assist residents with questions and/or applications for homestead exemptions. For more info., call (561) 791-4000 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.
• Wellington Community Center (12150 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host Brown Bag Bingo on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 1 p.m. with prizes sponsored by Humana. The cost to play bingo is $3. Limited cookies and coffee will be available. Humana will collect toys for local children in need. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or call (561) 753-2484, ext. 0 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Navigating the New Insurance Marketplace on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 10:30 a.m. and Saturday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. Confused about coverage? Speak to a certified navigator about programs and get help with enrollment. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature Funny Fairy Tales for ages 5 to 9 on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 3:30 p.m. Chase the Stinky Cheese Man, wake Sleeping Beauty, and meet Three Horrid Litttle Pigs in hilarious stories that show a different side of our favorite fairy tales. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Play with Clay for ages 4 to 9 on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 3:30 p.m. Use stamps, cookie cutters and other tools to create beautiful designs in clay. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Not Your Grandma’s Bingo for ages 5 and up Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 3:30 p.m. Create a card and see if luck is on your side. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Anime Grab Bag for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature Gamerz Nite for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Join a game of Yu-Gi-Oh! or Magic: TG, play Smash Bros. or other Wii games, or try a new board game. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
Thursday, Dec. 12
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Baby Story Time for ages 10 to 23 months Thursday, Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Beary Good Books for ages 2 to 6 on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. Celebrate winter with your favorite furry friends. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Learn About the Affordable Care Act on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 2:15 p.m. Are you interested in learning about the new insurance plans, forms and the enrollment process? The Palm Beach County League of Women Voters will help explain the marketplace and help you find answers. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Family Story Time: Arctic Friends on Thursdays, Dec. 12 and Dec. 19 at 3:30 p.m. Drop in and listen to tales about arctic animals and make a special craft. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature Our Winter Tea Party for ages 5 to 10 on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 4 p.m. Dress up and learn to act like royalty at a fancy tea party. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Happy Birthday, Melvil Dewey for ages 8 to 11 on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 4:30 p.m. Rock out to the Dewey Decimal Rap, play fun library games and listen to exciting book talks. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• Wellington’s Food Truck Invasion will take place Thursday, Dec. 12 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 753-2484 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature Manga Character Design for adults Thursday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. Change up your style with manga-inspired drawings. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Pajama Tales for ages 2 to 6 on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. Wind down for the evening with bedtime stories about snow. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will feature It’s Game Time for ages 6 to 12 on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Have a snack and play Wii games, board games or card games with friends. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Craft Night: Paper Bead Bracelets for adults Thursday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Bring a ruler and a pair of scissors and learn how to turn old magazines and wrapping paper into fun paper bead jewelry. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• John Matz, a Rosarian Academy alum and internationally acclaimed tenor, will present a holiday benefit concert “Home for Christmas” accompanied by the Rosarian Academy Show Choir on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 6:45 p.m. at the Rosarian Academy Theater (807 North Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach). Tickets are available at www.rosarian.org/matz.
Friday, Dec. 13
• Community of Hope Church will present Back to Bethlehem, an interactive outdoor event for the whole family, Friday through Sunday, Dec. 13-15, at the northwest corner of E Road and Okeechobee Blvd. in Loxahatchee Groves. For more info., call (561) 753-8883 or visit www.gocoh.com.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) will host Toddler Art for ages 2 to 4 on Friday, Dec. 13 at 1 p.m. Dress for mess. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Crafternoon for ages 2 and up Friday, Dec. 13 at 3:30 p.m. Make a small craft from the supplies provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.
• Royal Palm Beach Commons Park (11600 Poinciana Blvd., off Royal Palm Beach Blvd.) will feature a free Holiday Movie Night featuring Arthur Christmas on Friday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. Bring your own seating. Call (561) 790-5149 for more info.
Saturday, Dec. 14
• Wellington Community Center (12150 Forest Hill Blvd.) will offer a Wine Workshop on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 10 a.m. for adults featuring wine expert Bob Burchill. To pre-register, call (561) 753-2484, ext. 0 or visit at www.wellingtonfl.gov.
• On Saturday, Dec. 14, the Wellington Equestrian Group will host its annual Christmas in Wellington party for families served by the Caridad Center free health clinic. Interested donors, sponsors and underwriters should call Caridad’s development office at (561) 853-1638.
