Saturday, Dec. 22
• Arts Dance Generation will perform Don Quixote on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 22 and 23 at the Wellington High School theater (2101 Greenview Shores Blvd.). The energetic storybook ballet is staged in its entire splendor, with colorful scenery, costumes and vibrant dancers. Call (561) 795-4901 or visit www.schoolofballetartsfl.com for more info.
• The Wellington Green Market will take place Saturday, Dec. 22 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Call (561) 283-5856 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
• Grassy Waters Preserve (8264 Northlake Blvd.) will feature Wetlands Discovery Canoeing on Saturday, Dec. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon. Paddle your canoe away from the hustle of the world into the peaceful marsh. Bring a hat, sunscreen and water. Visit www.wpb.org/grassywaters or call (561) 804-4985 or for more info.
• Genbu-Kai Karate School (13889 Wellington Trace, Suite A-21, in the Wellington Marketplace) will offer free, ongoing Community Workshops on Bullying Awareness and Prevention on Saturdays at 10:45 a.m., open to all school-age children, including their immediate family members. These workshops address how to recognize and potentially avoid verbal and/or physical bullying and how to deal with these situations. For more info., call (561) 804-1002 or visit www.floridagenbukai.com.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Chess Club Meeting for age 8 and up Saturday, Dec. 22 at 2:30 p.m. Practice your strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
Monday, Dec. 24
• A Latte Fun at Downtown at the Gardens invites children and their families to a VIP Character Meet & Greet from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 24. Little ones can get autographs, pictures and one-on-one time with their favorite characters. The event culminates with a visit from Santa. Admission costs $24.95 per child ($15.95 for siblings), which includes a hot beverage for the caregiver, milk or juice for the child, appetizers and dessert samples, plus all-day access to the indoor playground. For more info., call (561) 627-1782 or e-mail party@lattefun.com.
Wednesday, Dec. 26
• Forbidden Broadway will visit the Kravis Center Dec. 26-31. Since 1982, Forbidden Broadway has lampooned America’s most talked-about stars and shows. There will be eight show times. Visit www.kravis.org or call (561) 833-8300 for tickets.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Glitter Scratch Art” for ages 5 to 8 on Wednesday, Dec. 26 at 11 a.m. Use a stylus to scratch off a coating that reveals a metallic, glittery surface. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host “Tween Gaming” for ages 8 to 12 on Wednesday, Dec. 26 at 2 p.m. Challenge your friends to Wii and board games. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Crafternoon” for age 2 and up Wednesday through Friday, Dec. 26-28 at 3:30 p.m. Drop in and make a simple craft during your library visit. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host “Catch That Gingerbread!” for age 4 and up on Wednesday, Dec. 26 at 6:30 p.m. Bring a grown-up to help you decorate gingerbread cookies and hear the story of the gingerbread man in case yours runs away! Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
Thursday, Dec. 27
• Children ages 3 to 8 can celebrate the Arrival of the New Year at the Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) on Thursday, Dec 27 at 11 a.m. Read stories about this great celebration and decorate a festive craft to take home. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Luau Party for ages 8 to 12 on Thursday, Dec. 27 at 3:30 p.m. Learn about Hawaiian culture and traditions, dance the Hukilau, make leis and enter a hula competition. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Wellington’s Food Truck Invasion will take place Thursday, Dec. 27 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Between 15 and 20 food trucks will participate in this event every Thursday. Call (561) 753-2484 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host “Teen Game Night” for ages 12 to 17 on Thursday, Dec. 27 at 6:30 p.m. Challenge your friends to Wii or board games. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Whole Foods Market in Wellington (2635 State Road 7) will feature “Buyers’ Picks Wine Tasting: Featuring Bubbly” on Thursday, Dec. 27 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy featured sparkling wines paired with fine cheeses from around the world. There is no charge, and no registration is necessary. Call (561) 904-4000 for more info.
Friday, Dec. 28
• Whole Foods Market in Wellington (2635 State Road 7) will host “Healthy Kids Breakfast of Champions” on Thursday, Dec. 28 at 9 a.m. Learn how to make breakfast fun, fast and nutrient-dense for your little champions. All children must be accompanied with a parent or guardian. There is no charge. Call (561) 904-4000 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “CD Scratch Art” for ages 9 to 14 on Friday, Dec. 28 at 11 a.m. Scratch away black acrylic paint on CDs to reveal the shiny surface beneath. String together several to make a decoration for your room. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• Grassy Waters Preserve (8264 Northlake Blvd.) will host a Moonlight Paddle on Friday, Dec 28 from 5 to 8 p.m. Experience the sunset over the freshwater marsh and glide through the quiet waters under the glow of the full moon. Basic paddling skills are recommended. Call (561) 804-4985 or visit www.wpb.org/grassywaters for more info.
• South Florida Science Museum (4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach) will host Holiday Magic Nights at the Museum on Friday, Dec 28 from 6 to 10 p.m. Jump into the holiday spirit with a magical night of science. There is no charge for museum members, $11 for nonmembers, $7 for children and free for children under 3. Call (561) 832-1988 or visit www.sfsm.org for info.
Saturday, Dec. 29
• The Wellington Green Market will take place Saturday, Dec. 29 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Call (561) 283-5856 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host the Acreage Avengers for ages 10 to 14 on Saturday, Dec. 29 at 2 p.m. Share your ideas to make the library a better place for all teens. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
Monday, Dec. 31
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host “Craft Crazy” for ages 2 to 6 on Monday, Dec. 31 at 3:30 p.m. Go crazy with an assortment of crafts from throughout the year. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at “Cirque-A-Licious,” a big-top dinner show on Monday, Dec. 31 at the Meyer Amphitheater (105 Evernia St., West Palm Beach). Doors will open at 7 p.m. and seating for the Cirque Big Top will start at 7:30. All tables have an excellent view. The eight-piece Cirque band will play for dancing and to accompany stars of Cirque De Soleil performing. A three-course dinner will be served by Café L’Europe. Visit www.bigtopdinnershow.com for details.
Thursday, Jan. 2
• The sixth annual Flags for the Cure flag football tournament benefiting the American Cancer Society will take place Thursday through Sunday, Jan. 2-6 at Acreage Community Park. It includes women’s and men’s divisions, and boys and girls divisions in age brackets. The cost is $45 per player. For more info., contact Keith Shivers at (561) 358-1933 or flagsforthecure@hotmail.com.
Saturday, Jan. 5
• The Wellington Art Society will present ArtFest on the Green, a two-day event with artists and vendors from throughout the county, on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 5 and 6 at the Wellington Amphitheater. More information and applications are available at www.wellingtonartsociety.blogspot.com.
Sunday, Jan. 6
• The International Polo Club Palm Beach will begin its 10th Anniversary Season on Sunday, Jan. 6 with the Herbie Pennell Cup. The International Polo Club is located at 3667 120th Avenue South in Wellington. For tickets, visit www.internationalpoloclub.com or call (561) 204-5687.
• Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will feature “The Art of Close-Up Photography” on Sundays, Jan. 6, 13 and 20 in the Garden Conference Room. Join noted nature photographer John J. Lopinot for a close-up photography workshop. The cost is $100 for members and $125 for nonmembers. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org.
Monday, Jan. 7
• The Grief Recovery Support Group will offer a 13-week class on Mondays beginning Jan. 7 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wellington Presbyterian Church (1000 Wellington Trace). The cost is $20, which includes a workbook. For more information, visit www.wpfcl.com or call (561) 793-1007.
