Saturday, Sept. 21
• Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden will host an Exotic Plants & Orchids Sale on Saturday, Sept. 21 and Sunday, Sept. 22. Visitors can stroll through the garden and enjoy a selection of orchids and exotic plants from more than 25 vendors. Magnificent tabletop arrangements will be offered in a silent auction to benefit the Mounts horticulture scholarship program with Palm Beach State College. Visit www.mounts.org/events or call (561) 233-1757 for more info.
• The 10th annual Florida Marine Flea Market and BBQ Festival will be held Saturday, Sept. 21 and Sunday, Sept. 22 at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. For more info., visit www.flnauticalfleamarket.com.
• The 29th annual Gigantic Garage Sale will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more info., visit www.southfloridafair.com.
• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk four miles in Okeeheelee Park South (7500 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 a.m. Call Bruce at (772) 333-1837 for more info.
• A Classic Car Swap Meet will be held at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Sept 21 and Sunday, Sept 22 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors will be selling engines, wheels, bumpers, seats, steering wheels and grilles, among other parts. For more info., visit www.southflcarswapmeets.com.
• The League of Women Voters will hold an orientation meeting for new members, and anyone interested in joining, on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Palm Beach State College Center for Bachelor’s Programs Building Room CBP-103 on the Lake Worth campus. RSVP to Darlene Kostrub at dkostrub@aol.com or (561) 852-0496.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Gardening for Butterflies with Native Plants for adults on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 10:30 a.m. Learn how to attract butterflies with native plants. Get a voucher for two free, three-gallon native plants at the end of class; one voucher per household. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Fall Into Girl Scouting will be held on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center concourse buildings. Learn more about the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida. Visit www.gssef.org for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Sept. 21 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) 790-6030 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Know the Truth About Juuls & Vaping for ages 11 to 17 on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 3 p.m. Learn the facts and the myths about e-cigarettes and vaping from Tobacco Free Florida. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to attend. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Kids Cancer Foundation will host “Go Gold: Childhood Cancer Awareness Celebration” on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Kids Cancer Center (246 Royal Palm Beach Blvd.). For more info., e-mail nicole@kidscancersf.org or call (561) 236-1110.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free U2 tribute concert on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info.
Sunday, Sept. 22
• Wellington author Jill Liberman will present a Choose Happy Workshop on Sunday, Sept. 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hippocrates Health Institute (1466 Hippocrates Way, West Palm Beach). Register for the workshop at www.hippocratesinst.org/ws20190922.
• The Wellington Rotary Club will host its United Nations Peace Day Ceremony on Sunday, Sept. 22 at 3 p.m. at the Wellington Rotary Peace Park (1825 Royal Fern Drive). For more info., visit www.wellingtonrotary.org.
Monday, Sept. 23
• The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center (1977 College Drive, Belle Glade) will welcome back the Missoula Children’s Theatre for a new adaptation of the classic tale Jack and the Beanstalk. Students from around the area will audition on Monday, Sept. 23, and then rehearse for four days for a fully choreographed musical production, which will be presented on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center. Tickets can be purchased at the box office or by calling (561) 993-1160.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Musical Toddlers & Tykes for children under 4 on Monday, Sept. 23 at 3:30 p.m. Jam along to favorite story time songs with instruments for you to play and keep the music going. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host RPB Kids Coloring Club for ages 2 and up on Monday, Sept. 23 at 4 p.m. Enjoy a relaxing hour of coloring. This month will feature a special variety of jumbo posters, velvet stickers and more. All materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
Tuesday, Sept. 24
• Wellington’s Community Services Department will hold a Luau for ages 55 and up on Tuesday, Sept 24 at 11:30 a.m. at the Village Park Athletics Complex. Call (561) 791-4796 to pre-register. Visit wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Food Safety After a Power Outage on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 2 p.m. During Food Safety Awareness Month, learn ways to preserve your food before, during and after a hurricane, storm or power outage. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Bird Feeders for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 3 p.m. Make sustainable bird feeders, just in time for the fall migration. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Fall Into Origami for ages 8 and up on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 4 p.m. Learn about the ancient art of Japanese paper folding and make some simple origami crafts to kick off the fall season. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• A Quarter Auction to benefit Kibblez of Love will be held Tuesday, Sept. 24 at the Pirate’s Well restaurant (12041 Southern Blvd). Doors open at 6 p.m. Visit www.facebook.com/quartersforkindnesskerrybarnes for more info,
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Line Dancing for beginners and experienced dancers on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 6:30 p.m. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Village Council will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
Wednesday, Sept. 25
• The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon featuring State Attorney Dave Aronberg on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 11:30 a.m. at the International Polo Club Palm Beach (3667 120th Avenue South, Wellington). For more info., call (561) 792-6525 or visit www.wellingtonchamber.com.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Medicare Basics on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 2 p.m. Join SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) for an in-depth overview of the different Medicare plan options, with information on annual enrollment. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host a Book Discussion on The Japanese Lover by Isabel Allende for ages 16 and up on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 2 p.m. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Chess Club for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 3 p.m. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Palm Beach County Clerk & Comptroller will hold a DIY in Court Workshop: Modifying Your Child Support or Custody Order on Wednesday, Sept 25 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the North County Courthouse Law Library (3188 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens). For info., call (561) 355-2996 or e-mail clerkweb@mypalmbeachclerk.com.
• The Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida will host a Badge Night on Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Barnes & Noble (10500 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington). For more info., contact Alexa Rubin at (561) 632-7791 or arubin@gssef.org, or Peggy at suvm@phienixsu.com or (561) 723-1285.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a College Information Workshop for ages 12 and up on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. Representatives from Palm Beach State College will guide students and their parents through the college and financial aid application processes. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Dungeons & Dragons on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 6:30 p.m. Join other D&D enthusiasts as they assume the roles of characters journeying through a magical world. Books, dice and other materials will be available. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
Thursday, Sept. 26
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Animal Reading Friends (ARF) for grades K through 6 on Thursday, Sept. 26 at 4 p.m. Practice reading skills with licensed therapy dogs. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert by the Brass Evolution Band, along with food trucks, on Thursday, Sept. 26 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Book Discussion on The House of Broken Angels by Luis Alberto Urrea for adults on Thursday, Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. in a staff-led discussion. Copies are available at the research services desk and as e-books accessible through the library’s catalog. Refreshments will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Teen Trivia for ages 12 and up on Thursday, Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. Show your knowledge of topics from cartoons to Cleopatra and fandom to physics. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
Friday, Sept. 27
• Wellington’s Community Services Department will host a Feel Good Friday Dance for ages 55 and up on Friday, Sept. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center with dance instructor Barbara Gonzalez. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar or call (561) 791-4796 for info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Gentle Yoga & Meditation for adults on Friday, Sept. 27 at 4 p.m. Learn relaxation methods and exercise with certified yoga instructor Dr. Maruti Ram Gudavalli. Bring water, a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida will host My Flag, My Country on Friday, Sept. 27 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Palms West Presbyterian Church (13689 Okeechobee Blvd., Loxahatchee Groves). For more info., contact Alexa Rubin at (561) 632-7791 or arubin@gssef.org, or Peggy at suvm@phienixsu.com or (561) 723-1285.
• The Seminole Ridge High School football team will host Royal Palm Beach High School on Friday, Sept. 27 at 6:30 p.m. The schools will battle for the Best of the West Trophy, which dates back to 2006. The Wildcats won that game, but Seminole Ridge has the edge in overall wins with seven, while the Wildcats have retained the traveling trophy six times.
Saturday, Sept. 28
• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will hike in Jonathan Dickinson State Park (16450 SE Federal Highway, Hobe Sound) on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 8 a.m. Bring two liters of water and snacks. Call Amy at (561) 289-5551 for more info.
• The sixth annual Countdown 2 Zero (C2Z) Adoption Event, presented by the Lois Pope Life Foundation, will take place Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. This free event is the county’s largest annual pet adoption event and will feature hundreds of animals seeking new families and homes. For more info., call (561) 530-6057 or e-mail info@countdown2zero.org.
• Mounts Botanical Gardens will host Fabulous Crotons of Florida on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Learn about the fascinating global migration of the plant to the Western Hemisphere and South Florida gardens. This class will cover care and culture of the plants as well as suggestions for its use in the landscape. It will conclude with a demonstration of air layering, which is a simple and useful propagation technique for any woody shrub. For more info., visit www.mounts.org/events or call (561) 233-1757.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Books & Kids: Bilingual Story Time for ages 2 to 5 on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 10:15 a.m. Join in for stories, songs, rhymes and fun in both English and Spanish. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host It’s Your Move: Chess Club for ages 8 to 17 on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 2:15 p.m. Learn how to play the game with members of the Royal Palm Beach High School Chess Club. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Journey tribute concert by Odyssey Road on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info.
Sunday, Sept. 29
• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will hike in the Seacrest Scrub and High Ridge Scrub natural areas (3400 S. Seacrest Blvd., Boynton Beach) on Sunday, Sept. 29 at 7:30 a.m. Call Alan Collins at (561) 586-0486 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Sunday, Sept. 29 at 2 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Bring a friend and make new ones. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
