Calendar For November 30 – December 8, 2019

Saturday, Nov. 30

• The Royal Palm Beach Green Market & Bazaar is held on Saturdays at the Village Hall campus (1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd.) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more info., visit www.rpbgreenmarket.com.

• The Okeeheelee Nature Center will host Archery for Beginners on Saturday, Nov. 30 at 9:30 a.m. for ages eight and up. Learn the basics of archery from safety to shooting and develop a great new skill during this two-hour program. Equipment will be provided, but space is limited. The cost is $10 per participant. Call (561) 233-1400 or visit www.pbcnature.com for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Are You Board? Game On!” for ages 12 and up on Saturday, Nov. 30 at 2 p.m. Gather your friends or make new ones and discover new games and reacquaint yourself with old favorites. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present the Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2019 with Jonathan Butler, Melissa Manchester, Michael Lington and special guest Chris Walker on Saturday, Nov. 30 at 8 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

Sunday, Dec. 1

Incubus: 20 Years of Make Yourself and Beyond will be at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, Dec. 1 at 8 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

Monday, Dec. 2

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Chess Club on Monday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host English Exchange for adults on Mondays, Dec. 2, Dec. 9 and Dec. 16 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 at the Okeeheelee Park Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Monday, Dec. 2 with a social at 7 p.m. and program at 7:30 p.m. Call Roy Moore at (561) 422-2189 for more info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present A John Waters Christmas on Monday, Dec. 2 at 8 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

Tuesday, Dec. 3

• The Village of Wellington will offer Zumba Gold for adults ages 40 and up on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 10 a.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 791-4796 to pre-register.

• 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, Dec. 3 and Thursday, Dec. 5 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 Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Winter Bingo on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 3 p.m. for ages 5 to 12. Create a bingo board and try your luck. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

Wednesday, Dec. 4

• The Village of Wellington will offer Senior Bingo for ages 55 and up on Wednesdays, Dec. 4 and Dec. 11 at 10 a.m. in the Lake View Room of the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 367 will meet Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. at Hillary’s restaurant in Royal Palm Beach for its annual Christmas breakfast. E-mail jbastow@att.net for more info.

• The Village of Wellington will offer Watercolor Classes on Wednesdays, Dec. 4 and Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Each painting will take two weeks to complete. Call (561) 792-0806 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Lego Bricks on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 3 p.m. for ages 5 to 12. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Anime Nation on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. for ages 12 to 17. View new anime titles in Japanese with English subtitles. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Dreyfoos School of the Arts will present its Prisms Concert on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

Thursday, Dec. 5

• The Walkers of Wellington will walk around the shops at the Mall at Wellington Green (10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Thursday, Dec. 5; Friday, Dec. 13; Saturday, Dec. 14 through Thursday, Dec. 19; and Thursday, Dec. 26 from 9 to 10 a.m. Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.

• The Wellington Aquatics Complex (12072 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host Aqua Zumba on Thursdays, Dec. 5, Dec. 12 and Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. Call (561) 791-4770 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host English Exchange for adults on Thursdays, Dec. 5, Dec. 12 and Dec. 19 at 1:30 p.m. Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host Hooked on Crochet for ages 12 and up on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 5 p.m. Socialize while you crochet. Work on current projects and share ideas with friends. Some materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host food trucks and a free concert by the Krush Band on Thursday, Dec. 5 starting at 5 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Writers’ Critique Workshop for adults on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. Share, offer and accept constructive criticism to improve fiction, nonfiction and poetry in a supportive atmosphere. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Dolly Hand Performing Arts Center in Belle Glade will feature The Nutcracker by Dance Alive National Ballet on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. For tickets, call (561) 993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org.

Friday, Dec. 6

• The West Palm Beach Antiques Festival will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center from Friday, Dec. 6 through Sunday, Dec. 8. For more info., visit www.wpbaf.com.

• Ballet Palm Beach will present The Nutcracker at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

• The Village of Wellington will host Feel Good Friday Dance for ages 55 and up on Fridays, Dec. 6, Dec. 20 and Dec. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with dance instructor Barbara Gonzalez, sponsored by Baptist Health South Florida. Call (561) 791-4796 to pre-register.

• The Village of Wellington will host Work of Art on Fridays, Dec. 6, Dec. 13, Dec. 20 and Dec. 27 at 12:30 p.m. in the Sailfish Meeting Room of the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Friday Movie Magic on Fridays, Dec. 6, Dec. 13 and Dec. 20 at 2:30 p.m. with a different movie each week. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington Wolfpack will offer a Free Lacrosse Clinic on Friday, Dec. 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road) Field 5 so interested participants can get a taste of the growing sport. The clinic is open to children ages five to 14 of all skill levels. For details, or to register online, visit www.wellingtonlacrosseclinic.com or call (561) 899-9529.

• The Kids Cancer Foundation in Royal Palm Beach will host a Kids Night Out Polar Express Slumber Party on Friday, Dec. 6 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. For more info., call (561) 236-1110 or e-mail nicole@kidscancersf.org.

• The Village of Wellington will hold its Holiday Tree Lighting on Friday, Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.), followed by a tribute concert by the Blues Brothers Soul Band. Food trucks and children’s characters will be on hand, as well as a visit by Santa Claus for photo opportunities. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.

Saturday, Dec. 7

• Audubon Everglades will host Birding by Car at the STA-1E Wetlands (1991 Flying Cow Road, Wellington) on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 7:30 a.m. to noon. The wetlands attract wading birds, ducks, raptors and other wildlife. Drive and observe from perimeter roads with little walking. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org to pre-register.

• The Santas on the Run 5K and one-mile Reindeer Dash will take place Saturday, Dec. 7 at 7:30 a.m. at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park supporting Dogs to the Rescue, a nonprofit organization with a mission to train therapy dogs for first responders. Event organizers will also be collecting dog food and beds for local shelters. For more info., call Maria Gonzalez at (561) 351-9265.

• The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk John Prince Park (2520 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth) on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 7:30 a.m. Contact Paul Cummings at (561) 596-4423 for more info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Favorites on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 10 a.m. Visit www.kravis.org for info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host Children’s Playful Yoga for ages 6 to 12 on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 10:30 a.m. Bring the family and learn relaxing stretches with certified yoga instructor Dr. Maruti Ram Gudavalli. Bring water, a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

Royal Palm Beach Winterfest will take place Saturday, Dec. 7 from 1 to 9 p.m. at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park (11600 Poinciana Blvd.) with entertainment, lighting of the 28-foot tree, a fireworks display, a skating rink, a snow slide, a free kids fun zone, train rides, Santa’s workshop, photos with Santa, a children’s craft station, hot cocoa, food trucks and vendors. For more info., visit www.royalpalmbeach.com.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host Dungeons & Dragons for ages 12 and up on Saturdays, Dec. 7 and Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 28 at 1 p.m. Adventure in the world of D&D with fellow wizards and warriors. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Dec. 7 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.

Sunday, Dec. 8

Audubon Everglades will hold a bird walk at the Wakodahatchee Wetlands (13026 Jog Road, Delray Beach) on Sunday, Dec. 8 from 8 to 10 a.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.

• The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will hike in Jonathan Dickinson State Park (16450 S.E. Federal Highway, Hobe Sound) on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 8 a.m. Bring lots of water. Contact Mary Miller at (561) 213-2189 for more info.

• The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce and the Village of Wellington will host the 36th annual Wellington Holiday Parade themed “Favorite Holiday Memories” on Sunday, Dec. 8, kicking off at 1:30 p.m. at the original Wellington Mall and culminating at the Wellington Amphitheater, where activities will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more info., call (561) 790-6200 or visit www.cpbchamber.com/holiday-parade.

• The Palm Beach Symphony will present Canopy of Stars: A Celebration of Beethoven’s 250th Birthday at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 3 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.