Saturday, May 5
• The West Palm Beach Antiques Festival will continue at the South Florida Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 5 and Sunday, May 6. For more information, visit www.wpbaf.com.
• Audubon of the Everglades will drive in Stormwater Treatment Area 1E in Wellington on Saturday, May 5 from 7 to 10 a.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.
• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in John Prince Park (2520 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth) on Saturday, May 5 at 7:30 a.m. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 963-9906 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Tai Chi for Adults on Saturdays in May at 9 a.m. Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present the Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia: Rainbow Fish, family fare for ages kindergarten through third grade, on Saturday, May 5 at 10 a.m. Mermaid Theatre uses innovative puppetry, striking scenic effects and evocative original music to tell Marcus Pfister’s fish tale. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Starry Stories for ages 2 to 6 on Saturday, May 5 at 11 a.m. Join in for super cool stories about space, aliens and planets. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Mid-County Chapter of the Florida Alliance for Retired Americans and the Democratic Women’s Club will co-sponsor an 18th Congressional District Candidate Forum followed by a program on Social Security on Saturday, May 5 at Brogue’s Down Under (621 Lake Ave., Lake Worth). Plan to arrive about 11 a.m. The candidate forum starts at 11:30 a.m. featuring Democratic candidates for the 18th Congressional District, Pamela Keith and Lauren Baer. Tony Fransetta of FLARA will present, “The Attack on Social Security, What We Can Do.” For more info., call Sharon Lascola at (561) 204-9376.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Stories & Songs for You for ages 2 and up on Saturday, May 5 at 11 a.m. The John I. Leonard High School Club La Casa de Las Americas and International Spanish Academy students will read stories and act them out in Spanish and English. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, May 5 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 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host Dungeons and Dragons for ages 12 and up on Saturdays, May 5, 12 and 19 at 2 p.m. Adventure in the world of Dungeons and Dragons with fellow wizards and warriors. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 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, May 5 at 3 p.m. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue, along with pups and kittens, will take over the Wellington Amphitheater for the Woof Stock Festival on Saturday, May 5 from 4 to 9 p.m. to raise funds for the Justin Bartlett Animal Hospital and the Angel Fund, which helps the neediest emergency cases. There will be live musical performances, merchandise by vendors and food trucks. For more info., contact Janet Diamond at (561) 414-5437 or justinbartlettcommunitycoord@gmail.com, or visit www.justinbartlettanimalrescue.org.
Sunday, May 6
• Audubon of the Everglades will walk in Snook Islands in Lake Worth on Sunday, May 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.
• Mounts Botanical Garden will host Beautify Your Garden with South Florida Native Plants on Sunday, May 6 at 10 a.m. with instructor Jeff Nurge of the Florida Native Gardening & Native Choice Nursery. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Mother’s Day Tree Card for ages 5 to 12 on Sunday, May 6 at 1 p.m. Are you ready for Mother’s Day? Nothing says “I love you” like a handmade card. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County will hold a brunch talk on “Why Courts Matter” about how politicians are trying to weaken the courts and what can be done about it on Sunday, May 6 at 1 p.m. at the Atlantis Country Club (190 Atlantis Blvd.). Visit www.lwvpbc.org or call (561) 968-4123 for more info.
Monday, May 7
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Write, Read, Critique” for adults on Mondays, May 7 and May 21 at 9:30 a.m. Join in this roundtable discussion where participants improve their works in progress by reading and discussing them. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Homework Club on Mondays, May 7, 14 and 21 at 2:30 p.m. Enjoy a quiet space to study, read and complete homework. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Wellington’s Community Services Department will hold a Walk and Talk in the White Pine Neighborhood on Monday, May 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host English Exchange for adults on Mondays, May 7, 14 and 21 at 6:30 p.m. Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will meet Monday, May 7 at Okeeheelee Park Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.). Talk about your latest hiking adventures while you have refreshments at 7 p.m., with a program at 7:30 p.m. Call Margaret Brabham at (561) 324-3543 for more info.
Tuesday, May 8
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host Crafternoon: All About Mom for ages 14 and up on Tuesday, May 8 at 2 p.m. What could be more special than a handmade gift for Mother’s Day? Create something unique that shows mom how much you love her. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Art for Adults for ages 16 and up on Tuesdays, May 8, 22 and 29 at 2 p.m., and Thursday, May 31 at 2 p.m. This series of classes explores different techniques and mediums. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Marvelous Moms for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, May 8 at 3 p.m. Celebrate Mother’s Day by creating a fun card for the special lady in your life. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Are You Board? Game On!” for ages 16 and up on Tuesdays, May 8 and 22 at 6 p.m., and Saturday, May 26 at 2 p.m. Gather your friends, or come and make new ones. 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 and up on Tuesday, May 8 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) will hold Book Discussion: The Color of Water: A Black Man’s Tribute to His White Mother by James McBride for adults on Tuesday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m. Copies are available at the research services desk. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Village Council will meet on Tuesday, May 8 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
Wednesday, May 9
• The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will host Chamber 101 on Wednesday, May 9 at 8 a.m. For more info., call (561) 792-6525 or e-mail info@wellingtonchamber.com.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host Marvelous Moms for ages 4 to 8 on Wednesday, May 9 at 3 p.m. Bring your mom, grandmother, aunt or any special lady in your life to celebrate a holiday just for her, with stories, games and fun. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will hold Adulting 101: Getting a Job for ages 12 and up on Wednesday, May 9 at 6 p.m. Get tips on how to write résumés, cover letters and how to ace an interview. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Northern Palm Beach Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet Wednesday, May 9 at the Embassy Suites Hotel (4350 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens). Networking is from 6 to 6:30 p.m. The program topic is “How to Navigate our Community Connections” with speaker Lois Margolin. To RSVP, call Sam Markwell at (561) 644-2384 or Sally Ott at (561) 373-8727.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host Let’s Play: Gaming for ages 12 and up on Wednesday, May 9 at 6:30 p.m. It’s time for friends, snacks, PS4 multiplayer games, and unusual new card and board games. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• A quarter auction to benefit Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue will take place on Wednesday, May 9 at 7 p.m. at the Madison Green Country Club (2001 Crestwood Blvd. Royal Palm Beach). E-mail Nancy Short at nancyscajuncookin@gmail.com for more info.
Thursday, May 10
• Golden Grove Elementary School will hold its Kindergarten Roundup on Thursday, May 10 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. If you are the parent of an incoming kindergarten student attending Golden Grove in August, the school welcomes you to attend the event. Kindergarten registration packets will be handed out at that time. Afterschool program information will be available for anyone interested in enrolling their child. For more info., call (561) 904-9700.
• Royal Palm Beach Elementary School (11911 Okeechobee Blvd.) will host its Kindergarten Roundup on Thursday, May 10 at 9 a.m. in the school’s cafeteria. Families of incoming kindergarten students are invited to learn about procedures, uniforms, schedules, curriculum, expectations and more. Parents and children will have the opportunity to tour a kindergarten classroom. In addition, parents will be able to register their child if they bring appropriate documentation. For more info., call (561) 633-4400.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Adult Coloring Club: Alice in Wonderland for ages 16 and up on Thursday, May 10 at 2 p.m. Color for fun and relaxation with other coloring enthusiasts. Coloring pages and materials will be provided, or bring your own coloring book. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will hold its Art Club for ages 5 to 12 on Thursday, May 10 at 3 p.m. Create unique, colorful artwork. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host You Are Special to Me: Mother’s Day Crafts for ages 6 and up on Thursday, May 10 at 4 p.m. Create memories with a one-of-a-kind keepsake for Mother’s Day. Bring a 4×6 picture of your special person to use in the activity. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Seagull Academy for Independent Living (6250 N. Military Trail, Riviera Beach) will host a presentation by the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County for parents and guardians of children with disabilities on Thursday, May 10 at 5 p.m. For more info., call Linda Moore at (561) 540-8110, ext. 0.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert by Solid Brass, along with a food truck invasion, on Thursday, May 10 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for info.
• Oak Bistro & Wine Bar (11051 Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach) will host Paint it Forward to Honor the Fallen on Thursday, May 10 at 7 p.m. Paint a wooden U.S. flag to support the creation of a new memorial. For more information, visit www.1stlarbnassoc.org. RSVP at www.kbsocialartworking.com.
Friday, May 11
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Books & Kids Bilingual Story Time for ages 2 to 5 on Friday, May 11 at 11 a.m. Participate in stories, songs, rhymes and fun in both English and Spanish. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Friday Movie Magic for ages 5 to 12 on Fridays, May 11, 18 and 25 at 2:30 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of movie entertainment. Popcorn will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host Lego Bricks for ages 5 to 12 on Friday, May 11 at 3 p.m. Build, imagine and play with Lego bricks. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will observe National Barbecue Month with a course on grilling on Friday, May 11 at 3 p.m. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• Whole Foods Market in Wellington will hold a reception to honor Artist Maria Lentine on Friday, May 11 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Appetizers and wine will be served, and there will be live music. For more info., visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org
• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will host Spotlight on Young Musicians on Friday, May 11 at 7 p.m. For more info., visit www.kravis.org.
