Calendar For February 29, 2020 – March 8, 2020

Saturday, Feb. 29

The Big Bounce America, home of the Guinness-certified “World’s Largest Bounce House,” will continue Saturday, Feb. 29 and Sunday, March 1 at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park (11600 Poinciana Blvd.). Produced by XL Event Labs, the Big Bounce America tour is the biggest touring inflatable event in the world and includes four massive inflatable attractions. For tickets, visit www.thebigbounceamerica.com for tickets.

• The Palm Beach Car Swap Meet and Car Show will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds on Saturday, Feb. 29 and Sunday, March 1. For more information, visit www.southflcarswapmeets.com.

• The West Palm Seafood Festival will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Feb. 29 and Sunday, March 1. Visit www.westpalmseafoodfest.com for more info.

• The South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center will host its Spring Garage Sale on Saturday, Feb. 29 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more info., visit www.southfloridafair.com.

• The Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County will host its Loop for Literacy on Saturday, Feb. 29, presented by Florida Crystals. The family-friendly walk, run and cycling event is set for Leap Day at Bryant Park in Lake Worth. For more information, visit www.literacypbc.org or call (561) 279-9103.

• The Royal Palm Beach Green Market & Bazaar will be held Saturday, Feb. 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Village Hall campus (1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd.). Visit www.rpbgreenmarket.com for more info.

• The Wellington Garden Club will host its Petite Flower Show “It’s a Small World” in the Grand Court on the lower level of the Mall at Wellington Green on Saturday, Feb. 29 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. To learn more, visit www.wellingtongardenclub.org.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Books & Kids: Bilingual Story Time for ages 3 to 5 on Saturday, Feb. 29 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 Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Gentle Yoga & Meditation for ages 16 and up on Saturday, Feb. 29 at 10:30 a.m. Relax 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.

• Horses That Help and JC Western will host a Wild West Party at You Farm (16651 Rembrandt Road, Loxahatchee) on Saturday, Feb. 29 from 2 to 7 p.m. featuring a buck-off contest, live bands, food trucks, horse and pony rides, a petting zoo and more. For more info., call (561) 281-8599 or visit www.horsesthathelp.org.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host an Electric Java Jam on Saturday, Feb. 29 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your electric instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Positively Africa for all ages on Saturday, Feb. 29 at 3 p.m. Experience the music and culture of Africa with Julius and Julia Sanna from Positively Africa. Children will enjoy playing African instruments and learning simple Swahili songs. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.

An Evening with Casey Cares will take place Saturday, Feb. 29 from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at the Breakers West Country Club. Tickets are $150 per person, and tables of 10 are available. For more info., e-mail jennifer@caseycaresfoundation.org or visit www.caseycares.org.

• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free Frank Sinatra tribute concert by Steve Lippia on Saturday, Feb. 29 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present Loston Harris Plays the Great American Songbook on Saturday, Feb. 29 and Sunday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

Sunday, March 1

• Registration is open for the Palm Health Foundation’s eighth annual “Let’s Move! Commit to Change Physical Activity Challenge,” a free, month-long activity challenge that kicks off on Sunday, March 1. Individuals and teams can participate by registering at www.letsmovepbc.org.

• The Village of Royal Palm Beach will host its inaugural Bridal Expo where brides can plan a wedding in just one afternoon on Sunday, March 1 at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center (151 Civic Center Way) from noon to 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.royalpalmbeach.com or call the Cultural Center at (561) 790-5196.

• The 2020 season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach will continue Sunday, March 1 with the USPA Gold Cup. For more information, call (561) 204-5687 or visit www.internationalpoloclub.com.

• The Robert Sharon Chorale will celebrate spring in concert on Sunday, March 1 at 3 p.m. at the DeSantis Family Chapel (300 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach). For tickets, visit www.rschorale.com/Tickets.

• MusicWorks will present Classic Albums Live with Creedence Clearwater Revival: Chronicle Vol. 1 on Saturday, Feb. 29 at 8 p.m. Visit www.oldschoolsquare.org or call (561) 243-7922, ext. 1, for more info.

Monday, March 2

• The Wellington Garden Club will meet Monday, March 2 at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington). A light breakfast will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by a business meeting and program. The speaker will be Laurie Albrecht, environmental horticultural agent for the UF/IFAS Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension. RSVP to kaalbury@gmail.com or visit www.wellingtongardenclub.org for more info.

• Culture and Cocktails will present Black Widow: A Conversation between Leslie Gray Streeter and James Patterson on Monday, March 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Colony Hotel Ballroom (155 Hammon Ave., Palm Beach). For membership info., call Debbie Calabria at (561) 472-3330.

Tuesday, March 3

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will feature the musical Miss Saigon from Tuesday, March 3 through Sunday, March 8. Visit www.kravis.org or call (561) 832-7469 for more info.

• The Village of Wellington will host Senior Aerobics on Tuesdays and Thursdays in March from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call Lynn Spoor at (561) 202-5966 for more info.

• The Village of Wellington will host Zumba Gold for ages 40 and up on Tuesdays, March 3, 10 and 31 from 10 to 11 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, March 3 and Thursday, March 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 Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Animal Reading Friends (ARF) for grades K through 6 on Tuesdays, March 3, 10 and 31 at 2:45 p.m. Practice reading skills with licensed therapy dogs who can’t wait for you to read them a story. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Pizza Chat for ages 12 and up on Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30 p.m. Chat about your favorite fandoms. Refreshments will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

Audubon Everglades will host a lecture on “Snail Kites and Grasshopper Sparrows” with speaker Dr. Paul Gray on Tuesday, March 3 at 7 p.m. at Origin Church (6073 Summit Blvd, Haverhill). Learn about the status of these endangered birds and conservation efforts to save them from extinction. Visit www.audboneverglades.org for more info.

• The inaugural show in the Society for the Preservation of the Great American Songbook After Dinner Series will take place on Tuesday, March 3 at 8 p.m. at the North Palm Beach Country Club (951 U.S. Highway 1), starring Avery Sommers and Rob Russell in a new and original show, “We Love Being Here with You.” They will be accompanied by pianist and music director Bobby Peaco, bass player Paul Shewchuk, and drummer Howie Gordon. For more info., contact Clare Coco at clare@preserveourgas.org or call (561) 469-6703.

Wednesday, March 4

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host English Exchange for adults on Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 10:30 a.m. Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Some knowledge of the language is recommended. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Knit & Crochet with Project Linus for ages 16 and up on Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 4 p.m. The crafts you make go to children in need. Bring your favorite pattern, needles, bright yarn and a giving spirit. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.

Thursday, March 5

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host English Exchange for adults on Thursdays, March 5, 12, 19 and 26 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 Capstone at Royal Palm, an Integral Senior Living community, invites the public to a “Dusty Boots” tour on Thursday, March 5 at 3 p.m. at the facility’s construction site at 10621 Okeechobee Blvd. in Royal Palm Beach, across the street from Royal Palm Beach High School. For more information, contact Hope Garling at (561) 570-2005 or hgarling@islllc.com.

• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will feature food trucks and a free rock concert by Preservation Road on Thursday, March 5 at 5 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Hooked on Crochet for ages 12 and up on Thursday, March 5 at 5 p.m. Work on your current project and share ideas with new friends. Some materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present Koresh Dance Company: La Danse on Thursday, March 5 and Friday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org or call (561) 832-7469 for more info.

Friday, March 6

Manager’s Seminar: Discrimination, Harassment & Bullying in the Workplace will be held Friday, March 6 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Fairfield Inn (10616 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington). Register at www.eventbrite.com and search for “Manager’s Seminar: Discrimination, Harassment & Bullying in the Workplace.” For additional info., or to RSVP by phone, text Manager Seminar to (561) 480-0779.

• The Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host Feel Good Friday: Chair Yoga for ages 55 and up on Fridays, March 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 11:30 a.m., sponsored by Baptist Health South Florida. Call (561) 791-4796 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Sewing 101 for ages 16 and up on Friday, March 6 at 2 p.m. Learn the basics of using a sewing machine. Basic materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Village of Wellington will host Marchtoberfest on Friday, March 6 from 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, March 7 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Wellington Town Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 753-2484 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info.

• Royal Palm Beach will host a free screening of The Lion King with a Gourmet Food Truck Expo on Friday, March 6 at 5 p.m. at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park (11600 Poinciana Blvd.). Visit www.royalpalmbeach.com for more info.

• The Challenge of the Americas (COTA), a spectacular evening of horses and fun to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation through Play for P.I.N.K., will take place Friday, March 6 at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival showgrounds in Wellington. Gates open at 5 p.m., and the event begins at 6:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.challengeoftheamericas.com.

Saturday, March 7

Repticon, featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders and cages, as well as seminars and raffles, will be held on Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8 at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center (9067 Southern Blvd.). Visit www.repticon.com for more info.

• The Cigar Club of the Palm Beaches will host a charity golf tournament on Saturday, March 7 at 7 a.m. at the Village Golf Club in Royal Palm Beach with proceeds benefiting the Wounded Veterans Relief Fund of Palm Beach County. To register a team, or to sign up individually and be placed on a team, visit www.cigarclubgolf.com or call Bob Still at (561) 670-8489.

Audubon Everglades will hold a birding trip to Stormwater Treatment Area-1E (1991 Flying Cow Road, Wellington) on Saturday, March 7 from 7:30 a.m. to noon. Drive approximately 10 miles around the water impoundment, stopping occasionally to view, scope and photograph the ever-changing bird life. Advanced registration is required at www.audboneverglades.org.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Intermediate Tai Chi for ages 12 and up on Saturdays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 9 a.m. and Tai Chi for Beginners at 10:15 a.m. Wear comfortable clothing and flat shoes. Basic skills are required. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Teach Palm Beach “Pop Up” Job Fair will be held Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the School District of Palm Beach County’s main offices in West Palm Beach. To register for the event, visit www.palmbeachschools.org/careers.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Dungeons & Dragons for ages 12 and up on Saturdays, March 7, 21 and 28 at 2 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 Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Fun with Coding for ages 7 to 17 on Saturday, March 7 at 2:30 p.m. Learn to code with Code Palm Beach mentors. Fourteen laptops will be provided; personal laptops are also allowed. Parents/caregivers must attend. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

Sunday, March 8

• Temple Beth Torah, in conjunction with Temple B’nai Jacob, will hold its annual Purim Carnival at Temple Beth Torah (900 Big Blue Trace, Wellington) on Sunday, March 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will include a dunk tank, bounce house, games, prizes, food, glitter tattoos, crafts, entertainment, a costume contest and a Hamantashen baking contest. Wristbands, which include the bounce house, games, crafts, a slice of pizza, chips, sno cone and a drink, will be sold through March 1 for $15. The wristbands will be $20 on the day of the event. For more information, or to purchase wristbands, contact Temple Beth Torah at (561) 793-2700 or info@templebethtorah.net.

• A Physical Comedy Show featuring deaf actor/educator Javier Guisado, also known as Chavi, will be held Sunday, March 8 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Tickets are $25 at the door. For more information, text Mo Aiello at (301) 792-6756 or e-mail moaiello1@gmail.com.

• The 2020 season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach will continue Sunday, March 8 with the USPA Gold Cup. For more information, call (561) 204-5687 or visit www.internationalpoloclub.com.

• Artist Gisela Pferdekamper will host a Loxahatchee Exhibition Party at her studio (14281 Collecting Canal Road, Loxahatchee Groves) on Sunday, March 8 at 5 p.m. featuring the work of several artists. For more info., call (561) 422-3037 or visit www.artbygisela.com.