Saturday, Feb. 7
• The Young Singers Mary Murray Scholarship 5K Walk/Run is set for Saturday, Feb. 7 at Okeeheelee Park, with registration starting at 7 a.m. For more info., call (561) 659-2332 or visit www.yspb.org.
• The Wellington Green Market will take place Saturday, Feb. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 283-5856 for more info.
• The South Florida Science Center & Aquarium (4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach) will present its 10th annual Science of Chocolate event on Saturday, Feb. 7. The day-long event will include history, facts and samples. For more info., call (561) 832-1988 or visit www.sfsciencecenter.org.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Bookercise: Move, Dance, Wiggle & Shake for ages 2 to 6 on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy wiggling and shaking to music while using scarves, egg shakers and other instruments, all in the name of reading readiness. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a program on snakes for all ages on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 10:30 a.m. Meet a variety of the nature center’s live snakes. The cost is $3 per person. Call (561) 233-1400 to RSVP.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Acoustic Java Jam for adults Saturday, Feb. 7 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) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Great Black Authors for ages 6 to 10 on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 2 p.m. Celebrate Black History Month with a story time followed by a fun craft. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Lego Builders Club for ages 6 to 12 on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 2:30 p.m. Meet fellow builders and work on creative projects. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The annual Firefighter Chili Cook Off to support Hospice of Palm Beach County will take place Saturday, Feb. 7 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Bryant Park in Lake Worth with uniquely decorated chili booths, interesting vendors, delicious cooking, cold drinks, fabulous bands and prizes for winning chilis. For more info., visit www.pbcfr-retiree.org.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Black History Family Fun on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 3 p.m. Come together to play a fun game celebrating the early contributions of African Americans to science and everyday life in America. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Great Charity Challenge, presented by Fidelity Investments, returns to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center on Saturday, Feb. 7. The event will raise at least $1.5 million for nonprofits in Palm Beach County. For more information, visit www.greatcharitychallenge.com.
• Join Fred Astaire Dance Studio for a celebration of dancing through the magic of time travel. “Travel Through Time” will be held at the Wellington High School Theater (2101 Greenview Shores Blvd., Wellington) on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. To order a ticket, call (561) 478-1400 or visit www.fredastairewpb.com/tickets.
• The Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches welcomes guest performer and arranger Dr. Bill Prince for “Swing!” featuring big band, jazz and swing music on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Eissey Campus Theatre in Palm Beach Gardens. For more info., call (561) 832-3115 or visit www.symphonicband.org.
• The second annual Florida Youth Dance Gala will take place Saturday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Duncan Theatre in Lake Worth with more than 50 talented dancers representing 16 different dance academies from around Florida, plus international ballet stars Adiarys Almeida and Randy Herrera. Tickets can be purchased at www.floridayouthdancegala.com.
Sunday, Feb. 8
• The Norton Museum of Art (1451 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach) will have an exhibition from the collection of Beth Rudin DeWoody, considered one of the world’s foremost collectors of contemporary art, from Sunday, Feb. 8 through May 3. Call (561) 832-5196 or visit www.norton.org for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach Green Market & Bazaar will take place Sunday, Feb. 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. For more info., visit www.rpbgreenmarket.com or call (561) 792-9260.
• The Acreage Green Market will take place Sunday, Feb. 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Acreage Community Park (6701 140th Ave. North). For more info., visit www.acreagegreenmarket.com or call (561) 723-3898.
• The International Polo Club Palm Beach (3667 120th Avenue South, Wellington) will continue the 2015 polo season on Sunday, Feb. 8 with the 20-goal Ylvisaker Cup. For more info., visit www.internationalpoloclub.com or call (561) 204-5687.
• A free introductory clinic aimed to showcase Paralympic Volleyball will be held Sunday, Feb. 8 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Club Managers Association of America Therapeutic Recreation Complex Gym at 2728 Lake Worth Road. Call Daniella Robbins at (561) 966-7016 for more info.
• Royal Palm Beach Commons Park will feature a Concert in the Park on Sunday, Feb. 8 from 3 to 6 p.m. with Orange Sunshine, a tribute to 1960s music. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring your own seating. Call (561) 790-5149 or visit www.royalpalmbeach.com for more info.
Monday, Feb. 9
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Writer’s Therapy for adults Monday, Feb. 9 at 10 a.m. and Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 5:30 p.m. Join in an informal discussion where participants improve their craft by reading and discussing works in progress. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• Beta Sigma Phi Chapter Xi Xi Tau meets at 2 p.m. the second Monday of every month at a member’s house in the West Palm Beach area. If you are interested in learning more about the chapter, or becoming a member, call (561) 247-7697.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Art Club for ages 6 to 12 on Monday, Feb. 9 at 3 p.m. Live through art by exploring different mediums. Dress to get messy. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Chess Club for adults on Monday, Feb. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Chess fans practice strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
Tuesday, Feb. 10
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host “The Music & Magic of Mardi Gras” for all ages Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 4 p.m. The Seminole Ridge Jazz Band will light up the library with swing and style. Between sets, play Fat Tuesday games and receive Mardi Gras masks, beads and chocolate coins. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Sit ’n’ Stitch for ages 9 and up Tuesdays, Feb. 10 and 17 at 5 p.m. Learn crochet fundamentals and socialize. Some materials are provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Valentine Altoids Tin Makeover for adults Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m. Craft an Altoids tin into a sweet valentine. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Wonders of the Night Sky telescope viewing session Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. Experience a telescopic view of the night sky with the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Club Pokémon for ages 6 to 12 on Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. Bring your DS or Pokémon cards to battle, trade and make new friends. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
Wednesday, Feb. 11
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Hooked on Crochet for adults Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Learn beginning techniques or bring current projects to share and work on. Beginners should pick up a materials list. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a “Love Stinks: Anti-Valentine’s Day Party” for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the single life with chocolate, games, fun and friends, minus the relationship drama. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Look Up, local director George Barnes’ film on climate engineering, will premiere in Florida on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. at the City Place Muvico Parisian 20 (545 Hibiscus St., West Palm Beach). For more info., visit www.lookupthefilm.com.
• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present Harry Connick Jr. on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 8 p.m. Call (561) 832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org for more info.
Thursday, Feb. 12
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host I Love a Mystery for ages 8 to 12 on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 3 p.m. Enjoy mystery stories, learn about new authors, share your favorite titles and create a mystery-themed craft. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host food trucks and a free concert on Thursday, Feb. 12 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Food trucks will be on hand starting at 5 p.m., and the Jack Flash Band will play at 6:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host “Won’t You Bookmark My Valentine?” for all ages Thursday, Feb. 12 at 6 p.m. Give that special someone a hand-crafted Valentine’s gift this year. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Small Claims & Mediation for adults Thursday, Feb. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Learn how to file a claim of $5,000 or less and present it to a judge. Avoid court and lawyer fees by choosing mediation. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The American Ireland Fund’s main fundraising event, the Emerald Isle Dinner Dance, is set for Thursday, Feb. 12 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Breakers Palm Beach. For more info., call (212) 213-1166 or visit www.theirelandfunds.org.
Friday, Feb. 13
• The Palm Beach Jewelry, Art & Antique Show runs Friday through Tuesday, Feb. 13-17 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center (650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach). Visit www.palmbeachshow.com for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Positively Africa!” for all ages Friday, Feb. 13 at 10:30 a.m. Experience the music and culture of Africa with Julius and Julia Sanna. Children will enjoy playing African instruments and learning simple Swahili songs. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Heart 2 Heart: Valentine’s Day Crafting” for ages 7 to 11 on Friday, Feb. 13 at 3:30 p.m. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center will present its 28th annual dinner and auction at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 13 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington. For more info., call (561) 792-9900 or visit www.vinceremos.org.
• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free concert on Saturday, Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m. with the Doo Wop Mob. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.
