EDITOR’S NOTE
This calendar listing was put together before the impact of Hurricane Irma was fully known. Please be aware that many of these events will likely be canceled or rescheduled.
Saturday, Sept. 9
• The Florida Gun & Knife Shows will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Sept. 9 and Sunday, Sept. 10. For more info., visit www.flgunshows.com.
• A free Financial Wellness Seminar will take place Saturday, Sept. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Renaissance Charter School at Palms West (12031 Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach). The event is sponsored by Freddie Mac with co-hosts Nationstar and REACH. For more info., call (561) 932-0587 or e-mail housing@reach4housing.org. Visit www.reachfinancialwellness.eventbrite.com to register.
• The fourth annual Countdown 2 Zero (C2Z) Pet Adoption Event, presented by the Lois Pope Life Foundation and the Petco Foundation, will take place on Saturday, Sept. 9, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. inside the air-conditioned Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach. For more info., visit www.countdown2zero.org.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Calling All Grandparents & Grandkids for ages 3 to 6 on Saturday, Sept. 9 at 10:30 a.m. Listen to stories and work together on special crafts and activities. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Dungeons & Dragons for ages 12 and up on Saturdays, Sept. 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. Adventure in the world of Dungeons & Dragons with fellow wizards and warriors. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Palm Beach County Library System will host a Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Celebration on Saturday, Sept. 9 at 2 p.m. at the main library (3650 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach). Celebrate with lively musical presentations. Call (561) 233-2600 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Watercolor Painting for ages 5 to 10 on Saturday, Sept. 9 at 2:30 p.m. Create colorful and unique paintings with watercolors. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host its Teen Anime Club for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, Sept. 9 at 3 p.m. Meet other teens who enjoy watching and talking about anime. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Binks Forest Elementary School PTA will host a special fundraiser to help provide students with much-needed laptop computers on Saturday, Sept. 9 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Romeo’s Italian Cuisine in the Wellington Marketplace (13889 Wellington Trace). The event is for adults only, and each ticket includes tapas, soft drinks and $20 in casino chips. Plus, enjoy a chance to win great prizes. To purchase presale tickets, visit www.bfespta.cheddarup.com.
• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free Eagles tribute concert by the Long Run band on Saturday, Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
Sunday, Sept. 10
• The Mounts Botanical Garden will host Yoga in the Garden on Sunday, Sept. 10 at 8 a.m. Practice yoga in the tropical landscape where postures, breath work and nature come together. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Sahaja Meditation for adults on Sunday, Sept. 10 at 2 p.m. Sahaja meditation is a simple, time-honored technique that reduces stress and increases wellness. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
Monday, Sept. 11
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Write, Read & Critique for adults on Mondays, Sept. 11 and Sept. 25 at 9:30 a.m. Join in this informal roundtable discussion where participants improve their craft by reading and discussing their works in progress. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Western Communities Chapter of the Florida Alliance for Retired Americans will meet on Monday, Sept. 11 at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church (12200 W. Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington). A business meeting begins at noon. The free program at 1 p.m. is titled “Alzheimer’s Disease A to Z,” presented by Dawn Epstein, an expert in the field. Call Nancy Tanner at (561) 793-9677 for more info.
• The Village of Wellington will host a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Monday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Wellington Patriot Memorial. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.com.
• The Mounts Botanical Garden will host Cooking in the Garden Creative Culinary Class on Monday, Sept. 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Chess Club for Adults on Monday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Chess fans will unite to practice strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Community of Hope Church will offer GriefShare, a 13-week faith-based seminar and support group for those grieving the loss of someone close, beginning Monday, Sept. 11 at 7 p.m., and DivorceCare for people separated or divorced, beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. Visit www.communityofhope.church for more info.
Tuesday, Sept. 12
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Coloring for Adults: Origami Part I for ages 16 and up on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 2 p.m. Add a new dimension to the relaxing art of adult coloring and fold your way to inner peace. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Tween Gaming for ages 8 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 2:30 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 host Latin American Classical Music on Viola for adults on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 6 p.m. Mexican violist David Pedraza will perform classical music by Latin American composers. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Are You Board? Game On!” for ages 12 and up on Tuesdays, Sept. 12 and Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 30 at 2 p.m. Discover new games and reacquaint yourself with old favorites. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Pizza Chat for ages 12 to 17 on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Chat with the group about a book, movie, game, anime or show that you loved or hated while enjoying pizza and drinks. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) hosts Yoga for Adults on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Learn poses, standing or seated in a chair, taught by Dr. Debra Weiss, a certified yoga instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and bring socks. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Village Council will meet Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
Wednesday, Sept. 13
• The Mounts Botanical Garden in will host “Got Sprouts? Sprouting for the Health of It!” on Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to noon with instructor Sean Herbert. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Exciting Electrons for ages 5 and up on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at 3:30 p.m. This electrifying demonstration from the South Florida Science Center & Aquarium includes many classic energy tricks. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Mounts Botanical Garden will host a Summer Evening Stroll on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at 5:30 p.m. Take a sensory walking tour through specific demonstration gardens, while enjoying the scents and sights of various fragrant plants and blooming flowers. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.
• The Western Business Alliance will host a Business After Hours networking event at the Renaissance Charter School at Palms West on Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Visit www.thewesternbusinessalliance.com for info.
• The Northern Palm Beach Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet Wednesday, Sept. 13 at the Embassy Suites Hotel (4350 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens). Networking will be from 6 to 6:30 p.m., followed by the program. The speaker will be Coretta Talbot, a registered licensed mental health intern. The cost is $25. Guests are welcome. Visit www.abwa.org/chapter/northern-palm-beach-chapter for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Chinese Medicine: Ancient Medicine for the Modern World” for adults on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at 6:30 p.m. Learn about traditional Chinese medical theories and the treatment of modern disease. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Well-known local artist and teacher Lynne Pittard will be the featured demonstrator for the Wellington Art Society’s opening membership meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at the Wellington Community Center. The meet and greet will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a member spotlight and the meeting. Pittard’s demonstration will focus on “Tricks and Techniques for all Artists.” Visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Teen Trivia for ages 12 and up on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at 6:30 p.m. How well do you know pop culture, movies and more? Test your knowledge and your teamwork skills. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
Thursday, Sept. 14
• The Mounts Botanical Garden will host Qigong/Tai Chi in the Garden on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 9 a.m. Qigong literally means “energy practice” and is for people interested in taking charge of their health and inner peace. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.
• The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will hold an Economic Forum Luncheon on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 11:30 a.m. at the Breakers West Country Club (1150 Flagler Parkway, West Palm Beach). The luncheon will feature keynote speakers Nick Uhren, executive director of the Palm Beach MPO, and David Howard, CEO of Brightline. For more info., call (561) 790-6200 or visit www.cpbchamber.com.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Coloring for Adults: Origami Part II for ages 16 and up on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 2 p.m. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “We Can Do Anything!” for all ages on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 4:30 p.m. Katherine Magnoli, Ms. Wheelchair Florida 2017 and a children’s author, will inspire guests with her positive message of “Youbilities,” focusing on the strengths and abilities that each person possesses. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Sit ’n’ Stitch for ages 9 and up on Thursdays, Sept. 14 and Sept. 21 at 5 p.m. Learn crochet fundamentals and socialize while you work on your current project. Some materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Village of Wellington will host a Food Truck Invasion at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Thursday, Sept. 14 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. with a free Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers/Steve Miller Band tribute concert at 6:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Scrabble for Adults on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. Join other Scrabble fans and enjoy a fun evening of wordplay. Basic game knowledge is required. Bring your own boards if you have them. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
Friday, Sept. 15
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host After-School Game Time for ages 8 to 12 on Friday, Sept. 15 at 3 p.m. Have a blast indoors with board games, card games and video games. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Exciting Electrons for ages 5 and up on Friday, Sept. 15 at 3:30 p.m. This electrifying demonstration from the South Florida Science Center & Aquarium includes many classic energy tricks. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
Saturday, Sept. 16
• The South Florida Fairgrounds (9067 Southern Blvd.) will hold its 27th annual Gigantic Garage Sale on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Some 250 nonprofit and for-profit organizations and families are expected to participate. A portion of the admission fee will be donated to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night Walk. Call (561) 793-0333 or visit www.southfloridafair.com for more info.
• Join a dream team of experts for a Home Buying Seminar on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Romeo’s Italian Restaurant, located at 13889 Wellington Trace in the Wellington Marketplace. For more info., e-mail kwilliams@ideallending.net or call (561) 685-8048. To register for the free seminar, visit http://bit.ly/hbs-ask-the-experts.
• Wellington Ballet Theatre will present Beauty and the Beast on Saturday, Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 17 at 2 p.m. in the Wellington High School auditorium. Call (561) 290-8284 or e-mail wbttickets@gmail.com for free tickets.
