Saturday, Oct. 12
• Fright Nights continues at the South Florida Fairgrounds through Nov. 2 with multiple haunted houses, “scare zones,” midway rides, a virtual reality experience, food vendors, video games, street performers and live entertainment. For more info., visit www.myfrightnights.com.
• Buckler’s Craft Fair will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13. For more info., visit www.bucklershows.com.
• Audubon Everglades will host a bird count at Peaceful Waters Sanctuary (11700 Pierson Road, Wellington) on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Meet under the cover of the gazebo on the boardwalk. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.
• The Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International will host its Fall Tropical Fruit & Plant Sale on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Vendors from all over the state will offer a wide variety of fruit trees. For more info., visit www.pbrarefruitcouncil.org.
• Waggin’ at the Waterpark returns to Calypso Bay Waterpark (151 Lamstein Lane, Royal Palm Beach) on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control will also be on site with adoptions. The 50-minute sessions will be divided by the size of the dog. Registration opens at 9 a.m. and will re-open 30 minutes prior to each session. All dogs must have proof of current rabies, DHLP and Bordetella vaccinations on site in order to enter. All dogs must wear a collar and license in the pool area. To download the registration form, visit www.pbcsplash.com. For more info., call (561) 790-6160.
• Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County will hold its 10th anniversary Cruizin’ for Crime Stoppers Motorcycle Ride on Saturday Oct. 12 with registration starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex with the ride starting at 10:30 a.m. The group will rest at the Pahokee Marina before heading to Abacoa Town Center. The cost is $25 per bike and $15 per additional passenger. Lunch and a band will be provided, as well as raffles. Visit www.cruizinforcrimestoppers.info or call Heidi Schalk at (561) 385-1500 for more info.
• You Farm and Ruffles & Overalls will host a Fall Barn Sale on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 16651 Rembrandt Road in Loxahatchee. Admission is $5. For more info., visit www.rufflesandoveralls.com.
• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 Forest Hill Blvd. will host a Three Dog Night tribute concert by Celebrate on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.
• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will host musician BélO on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 7:30 and 10 p.m. Performing a mixture of jazz, rock, reggae and Afro-Haitian traditional rhythms, singer-songwriter BélO is hailed as Haiti’s music ambassador to the world. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.
Sunday, Oct. 13
• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Okeeheelee Park South (7500 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 7:30 a.m. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 963-9906 for more info.
• Audubon Everglades will hold a Guided Bird Walk at Frenchman’s Forest (12201 Prosperity Farms Road, Palm Beach Gardens) on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 8 a.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.
• Audubon Everglades will hold a Hawk Watch at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park (10900 Florida A1A, North Palm Beach) on Sunday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Marvel Superheroes Adventure Game for ages 12 to 17 on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. Like D&D? Can’t wait for the next Marvel movie? Come play as a famous hero or create your own. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Sahaja Meditation for ages 16 and up on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. This time-honored technique reduces stress, brings better focus and helps you become more balanced. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
Monday, Oct. 14
• The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Foundation will host its eighth annual Sheriff’s Scholars Golf Classic on Monday, Oct. 14 at the Wanderers Club (1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington). Registration and pre-tournament events start at 11 a.m. Contact John Flanagan at (561) 714-9058 or john.flanagan@pbcsf.org for more info.
• Audubon Everglades will hold a Guided Bird Walk at Morikami Park (4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach) on Monday, Oct. 14 at 8 a.m. For more info., visit www.auduboneverglades.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 15
• Audubon Everglades will hold a Guided Bird Walk at the Wakodahatchee Wetlands (13026 Jog Road, Delray Beach) on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 8 to 10 a.m. For more info., visit www.auduboneverglades.org.
• Palms West Hospital invites the community to attend a Lunch & Learn on “Breast Density Matters, Know Your Risk” featuring imaging radiologist Dr. Judith Merchant on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 12:15 p.m. in Classroom 2. Call (561) 345-7009 to RSVP.
• The Senior Referral Program of Royal Palm Beach will staff an information desk to help seniors and their caregivers identify and access services for their special needs on Tuesday, Oct. 15 and Thursday, Oct. 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center (100 Sweet Bay Lane). No appointment is needed for this free service; just stop by the desk. For more info., call (561) 790-5188. People interested in volunteering are also encouraged to stop by.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Password Protection for a Safer Online Experience for adults on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. Staff will discuss the importance of creating, managing and remembering passwords to protect your online identity. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Not So Scary Spiders for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 3 p.m. Create colorful, creepy-crawly spiders. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Whole Health Intergenerational Nutrition Education (WHINE) for ages 5 and up on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. Learn stress management with simple yoga moves and breathing activities. Bring a mat or towel and water. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Read Together Palm Beach County Book Discussion on The One-in-a-Million Boy by Monica Wood for adults on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 6:30 p.m. Borrow a copy and attend a lively discussion featuring this year’s selection. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
Wednesday, Oct. 16
• The League of Women Voters will host a Hot Topic Luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 11 a.m. at the Atlantis Country Club (190 S. Atlantis Blvd.). The topic is “How to Attract Viable Candidates for Political Office.” RSVPs are requested either online at www.lwvpbc.org or by calling Esther Friedman at (561) 968-4123.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Kitchen Chat for ages 14 and up on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m., a bimonthly discussion to help you with home cooking. Borrow any cookbook, test a meal and share your tips, techniques and kitchen adventures. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Lego Bricks for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 3 p.m. Build, imagine and play with Lego bricks. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Chapter Crafter Fall Fun for ages 5 to 9 on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 3 p.m. featuring stories and crafts for school-aged kids to enjoy. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Book Arts for ages 16 and up on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. Learn the basics of book origami to transform your old books into works of art. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Anime Nation for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. View new anime titles in Japanese with English subtitles. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Gardening for Birds with Native Plants on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Learn how to attract birds in your garden. Get a voucher for two free three-gallon native plants at the end of class, one voucher per household. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Shulamit Hadassah will host Art on the Rocks on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. at PBCFR Station 30 (9910 Stribling Way, Wellington). For more info., call (561) 512-3172.
Thursday, Oct. 17
• The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon featuring Florida Power & Light President/CEO Eric Silagy on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 11:30 a.m. at the Breakers West Country Club. For more info., call (561) 790-6200 or visit www.cpbchamber.com.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Tween Advisory Club for grades 4 and 5 on Thursdays, Oct. 17 and Oct. 24 at 2:30 p.m. Brainstorm and develop the kinds of activities you like. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free 1980s tribute concert by the On the Roxx band, along with food trucks, on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Game Night for ages 12 and up on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. Try new and favorite games. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach Village Council will meet on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. at Village Hall (1050A Royal Palm Beach Blvd.). Visit www.royalpalmbeach.com for more info.
Friday, Oct. 18
• AARP will sponsor a Smart Driving Course for ages 50 and up on Friday, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.
• Baptist Health South Florida will sponsor Feel Good Friday Dances for ages 55 and up on Fridays, Oct. 18 and Oct. 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Crafts for Kids: Autumn Edition for ages 4 to 8 on Friday, Oct. 18 at 3 p.m. Make a fun fall craft and a new friend at this family event. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Get Mummified with Jack & Annie from the Magic Tree House!” for ages 6 to 9 on Friday, Oct. 18 at 4 p.m. Step back in time and explore ancient Egypt. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Levi’s Story: A Dog’s Journey on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 4:30 p.m. Meet Levi, the ARF reading dog, and learn how he became the friendly therapy dog he is today. Learn the differences between a therapy dog and a service dog. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• Yesteryear Village at the South Florida Fairgrounds will host Spookyville, an old-fashioned Halloween event with a safe place to trick-or-treat on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays starting Friday, Oct. 18 and concluding with a celebration on Halloween night. Visit www.southfloridafair.com for info.
Saturday, Oct. 19
• The Repticon West Palm Beach Reptile & Exotic Animal Show will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20. For more info., visit www.repticon.com.
• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will host Rennie Harris in Puremovement: American Street Dance Theater Nuttin’ But A Word on Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct 20. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.
• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Riverbend Park (9060 Indiantown Road, Jupiter) on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7:30 a.m. Call Bruce at (772) 333-1837 for more info.
• Audubon Everglades will hold a Guided Bird Walk at Wakodahatchee Wetlands (13026 Jog Road, Delray Beach) on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 8 a.m. For more info., visit www.auduboneverglades.org.
• The Palm Beach County Clerk & Comptroller’s Office will host Operation Green Light on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at all four of the clerk’s courthouse locations to waive collection agency fees for anyone who pays off their court obligations in full or signs up for a monthly payment plan. Those who pay their debts or go on a monthly payment plan will also be able to reinstate their suspended driver’s license in most cases. Visit www.mypalmbeachclerk.com/operationgreenlight to learn more.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Garden Talks for ages 15 and up on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 10:30 a.m. Discuss different spaces and sizes of gardens with Extension Agent Chris Miller. Share ideas, seeds and seedlings. No knowledge is required. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Sewing Lab for ages 15 and up on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. Bring your current project, work on a pattern or practice sewing using one of the sewing machines. Basic materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Oct. 19 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 Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Festival of Lights Celebration on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 2:30 p.m. Celebrate this South Asian festival with fun, flair and fanfare. Hear stories, learn traditions and watch lively performances. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Wellington’s Fall Festival will take place Saturday, Oct. 19 from 3 to 10 p.m. at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). Call (561) 753-2484 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/fallfestival for more info.
• The Panther Ridge Conservation Center in Loxahatchee Groves will hold Twilight Hours on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Come visit the cats when they are most active. Refreshments and food will be provided. Call (561) 795-8914 for reservations and more info.
• The Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches will open its 59th season with a brilliant splash of vibrant melodies from the United Kingdom on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Eissey Campus Theater in Palm Beach Gardens and Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Duncan Theater in Lake Worth. Both shows start at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, call (561) 832-3115 or visit www.symphonicband.org.
