Saturday, Sept 12
• The West Palm Beach Gun & Knife Show will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds on Saturday, Sept. 12 and Sunday, Sept. 13. Admission is $10. For more info., visit www.flgunshows.com.
• The seventh annual Florida Nautical Flea Market & Seafood Festival will take place Saturday, Sept. 12 and Sunday, Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. For more info., visit www.flnauticalfleamarket.com.
• The 2015 Palm Beach Auto Swap Meet will be held Saturday, Sept. 12 and Sunday, Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. For discount tickets, visit www.palmbeachautoswapmeet.com or call Under the Sun Promotions at (954) 205-7813.
• The Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will host Everything Orchids: A Shady Affair Plant Sale on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is free for members and $10 for nonmembers. This plant sale offers a great opportunity to acquire the best orchid and shade-loving plants. Informative lectures will be offered. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.
• The second annual Countdown 2 Zero Pet Adoption Event will take place Saturday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. The free event will feature several hundred dogs, cats, kittens and puppies available for adoption. Admission and parking are free. For more info., call (561) 472-8873, e-mail info@countdown2zero.org or visit www.countdown2zero.org.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Stories & Songs for You” for ages 2 and up Saturday, Sept. 12 at 10:30 a.m. Parra Cebeira and the students of the John I. Leonard High School Club La Casa de Las Americas and the International Spanish Academy will read stories and act them out in both Spanish and English. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• A casting call for Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds is set for Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Perfect Vodka Amphitheater, starting at noon. Bring two forms of identification. For more info., call (561) 793-0333.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Board Game Day for all ages on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 2 p.m. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon playing a variety of classic and contemporary board games. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host a Teen Super Smash Bros. Tournament for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 2:30 p.m. to celebrate National Video Game Day. Eat snacks with your friends and win some cool prizes. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Become the Artist: Georges Seurat for ages 6 and up Saturday, Sept. 12 at 2:30 p.m. Learn about the pointillist painter and practice his techniques to make amazing artwork. Dress to get messy. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert featuring Kiss Alive on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for info.
Sunday, Sept. 13
• Chabad of Royal Palm Beach (129 Sparrow Drive) will host a Community Rosh Hashanah Dinner on Sunday, Sept. 13 at 6:30 p.m. Call (561) 225-1766 or visit www.jewishroyalpalm.com for more info.
Monday, Sept. 14
• Free Yoga Classes will be offered the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center (100 Sweet Bay Lane) on Monday, Sept. 14 at 9:30 a.m. and on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 9:45 a.m. All levels are welcome, and no previous experience is necessary. Pre-register at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center. Call (561) 790-5124 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Writer’s Therapy for adults on Mondays, Sept. 14 and Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. Join in an informal discussion where participants improve their craft by reading and discussing their work. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Art Club for ages 8 to 12 on Monday, Sept. 14 at 3 p.m. Live through your 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, Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. Chess fans will practice strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Community of Hope (14055 Okeechobee Blvd.) will offer a GriefShare Support Group for those grieving the loss of a loved one beginning Monday, Sept. 14 at 7 p.m. Participants can join at any time during the 13-week series. For info., call (561) 753-8883 or email info@gocoh.com.
Tuesday, Sept. 15
• The Florida Alliance for Retired Americans will host a free public forum Tuesday, Sept. 15 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) addressing the issues and decisions to be made at the end of life. Dr. Richard Palermo will lead the presentation. For more info., call Nancy Tanner at (561) 793-9677.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Make a Hat Day for ages 5 to 9 on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 3:30 p.m. Celebrate “Make a Hat Day” by designing a fun hat to dress up in. All supplies will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Homework Help: Online Database Instruction for ages 12 and up on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 5:30 p.m. Learn how the library’s online resources can assist you with everything from math problems to English papers. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Card Sharks for ages 12 to 17 on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 6 p.m. Play Yu-Gi-Oh!, Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering or just a regular card game. Play against others, trade and make new friends. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Pizza Chat for ages 12 to 17 on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m. Bring a book, comic, short story, fanfic or manga you’re reading. Chat with the group about it while enjoying pizza and drinks. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Wellington will host a neighborhood watch meeting at Rye Terrace on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m. Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Zumba Gold on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m. Join the party in this Latin-inspired dance fitness class mixing fun moves and rhythms to burn calories. Bring a towel and water. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Community of Hope (14055 Okeechobee Blvd.) will offer a DivorceCare Support Group to help people heal from the pain of separation or divorce beginning Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. DivorceCare for Kids at the same time is designed to help kids ages 5 through 12 who are struggling with the confusion and pain that comes from separation and divorce. Participants can join at any time during the 13-week series. For info., call (561) 753-8883 or email info@gocoh.com.
Wednesday, Sept. 16
• Free Yoga at the Park will be offered at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 8:30 a.m. All levels are welcome and no previous experience is necessary. Pre-register at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center. Call (561) 790-5124 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Not Your Grandma’s Bingo for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 3:30 p.m. Create your own card and see if luck is on your side. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Acreage Explorers’ Club: Costa Rica for ages 6 to 12 on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 4 p.m. Activities will explore the people, places, history, music, games and food of Costa Rica. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Village of Wellington is teaming up with the Wellington Art Society for the Student Art Program, which will put youth artwork on display at Village Park gymnasium. Local high school students are invited to deliver their original works of art to Village Park (11700 Pierson Road) on Wednesday, Sept. 16 between 4 and 6 p.m. The exhibit will open Monday, Sept. 21. All submitted artwork must be framed. Information and entry forms are available by calling (561) 791-4082.
• Luv-A-Pet Rescue will be the host charity at the Royal Palm Beach Quarter Auction on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center (151 Civic Center Way). Call (561) 866-3263 for more info.
• Shulamit Hadassah will hold a bingo event Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. at Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue Station 30 on Stribling Way in Wellington. Admission is free, and attendees are asked to either donate $5 for projects or bring a dairy/pareve appetizer or dessert. Reservations are required. To RSVP, contact Sandi at slg759@comcast.net or (561) 389-4186.
Thursday, Sept. 17
• The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will host Power Networking on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 8 a.m. at the chamber office (12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 19, Wellington). To RSVP, call (561) 790-6200.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will present a French Beaded Butterfly activity for ages 16 and up Thursday, Sept. 17 at 2 p.m. Learn the basics of the craft technique of French flower beading using seed beads and wire to create a radiant butterfly. Bring small needle nose pliers. Other materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host “Awesome Autumn” for ages 4 to 8 on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 3:30 p.m. Celebrate harvest time while making a fantastic fall-themed craft. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Duct Tape Crafternoon for ages 7 to 11 on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 3:30 p.m. Use patterned duct tape to make wallets, flowers, bangle bracelets and more. All supplies will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Western Business Alliance will hold its September social on Thursday, Sept. 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the White Elephant Restaurant (12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 20, Wellington). Visit www.thewesternbusinessalliance.com for more info.
• The Art Cellar (10660 W. Forest Hill Blvd, Suite 150) will host a food invasion and wine glass painting on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Iron Lion Fitness (10660 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington) that will feature many area restaurants. The wine glass painting class will feature raffles, presentations, and demonstrations from local businesses. Every guest at check-in will receive a door prize and a free entry into the raffle. Visit www.artcellarwellington.com for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “The Art of Snail Mail” on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. Help revive real mail with art and brighten someone’s mailbox with an original, handcrafted card and envelope. Writing, drawing tools, paper, envelopes and card-making supplies will be provided. You supply addresses and stamps. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
Friday, Sept. 18
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Exciting Electrons for ages 5 and up Friday, Sept. 18 at 3 p.m. with a program from the South Florida Science Center & Aquarium. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Comedian, actor and writer Rodney Carrington will be at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach) on Friday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. For tickets, call (561) 832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org.
