Saturday, Sept. 22
• The inaugural Wellington Kids Triathlon will take place Saturday, Sept. 22 at the Wellington Aquatics Complex (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Participants will swim, bike and run at distances based on their age. Start times range from 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m., divided by age group. Competitors must have a USA Triathlon membership card or have their parent/guardian purchase a one-day membership for $10 on the day of the race. For info, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Writing Series: Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing” on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 9 a.m. Learn the pros and cons and potential pitfalls to avoid along the way. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will feature “Autumn Fun” for ages 6 to 10 on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 10:15 a.m. Celebrate the start of a new season with stories, games and a special craft. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Whole Foods Market (2635 State Road 7, Wellington) will hold a cooking class titled “Wow, That’s Grape!” on Saturday, Sept. 22 at noon. Learn how to serve a special lunch or dinner celebrating grapes. The cost is $5 per person. Call (561) 904-4000 for info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will present “Bagels & Books: Out of My Mind” for ages 8 to 12 on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 2 p.m. Enjoy bagels and discuss the winner of last year’s Sunshine State Young Reader’s Award. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Caribbean-Americans for Community Involvement (CAFCI) will host its annual Friendship Ball on Saturday, Sept. 22 starting at 7 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center (151 Civic Center Way). The cost is $65 per person. For more info., call CAFCI at (561) 790-4002, e-mail cafci@bellsouth.net or visit www.cafcipbc.org.
• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free concert with the band Whitestone on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
Sunday, Sept. 23
• The Royal Palm Beach Parks & Recreation Department will host a Miami Dolphins bus trip Sunday, Sept. 23. The cost is $95. The bus will leave the RPB Recreation Center (100 Sweet Bay Lane) at 9 a.m. Barbecue will be served at the stadium. Call (561) 790-5124 for more info.
• Kutzs & Style (10229 Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach) will host a cut-athon to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association on Sunday, Sept. 23 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (561) 333-4246 for more info.
Monday, Sept. 24
• Royal Palm Beach will begin accepting applications Monday, Sept. 24 for its 11th annual Fall Fantasy Craft Show at Veterans Park (1036 Royal Palm Beach Blvd.), which will take place Saturday, Nov. 17. The cost for vendors is $35 for a covered space and $20 for an open 10- by 10-foot space. Eight-foot tables will be available for $10 and a chair for $3. All items for sale must be handmade products. Interested crafters may pick up applications at the RPB Cultural Center (151 Civic Center Way). Call (561) 790-5149 for more info.
• Whole Foods Market (2635 State Road 7, Wellington) will hold a free “Savvy Shopper Tour” on Monday, Sept. 24 at 11 a.m. Call (561) 904-4000 for more info.
• The Palm Beach County Commission will hold a public hearing on the budget Monday, Sept. 24 at 6 p.m. in the government center’s Jane M. Thompson Memorial Chambers (301 N. Olive Ave., Sixth Floor, West Palm Beach). For more info., visit www.pbcgov.com.
• The Mid-County Democratic Club will meet Monday, Sept. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Tree’s Wings & Ribs in Royal Palm Beach. For more info., visit www.midcountydems.com.
Tuesday, Sept. 25
• The Palm Beach County Commission will hold a workshop meeting Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 9:30 a.m. in the government center’s Jane M. Thompson Memorial Chambers (301 N. Olive Ave., Sixth Floor, West Palm Beach). For info., visit www.pbcgov.com.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will feature “Tween Game Day” for ages 8 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 2:30 p.m. Challenge your friends to board games and Nintendo Wii. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Teen Game Night” for grades 6 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 4:30 p.m. Play Nintendo Wii and board games. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Whole Foods Market (2635 State Road 7, Wellington) will hold “Pain! How Many People Live Without It” on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 6:30 p.m. If fibromyalgia or arthritis pain are affecting your life, learn the natural secrets of a youthful, pain-free life from chiropractic neurologist Tim DeCanio. Call (561) 904-4000 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will present “Club Pokémon” for ages 6 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. Bring your DS or Pokémon cards and get ready to battle, trade and make new friends. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
Wednesday, Sept. 26
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Craft Extravaganza!” for age 2 and up on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 2:30 p.m. Spend an hour completing pictures and crafts. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will feature “Hooked on Crochet” on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 6:30 p.m. Start to crochet by learning beginning techniques or bring current projects to share and work on. Pick up a materials list when you pre-register. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• Whole Foods Market (2635 State Road 7, Wellington) will host a free Gluten-Free Cooking Class on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 6:30 p.m. Call (561) 904-4000 for info.
• The Wellington Village Council will meet Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). For more info., call (561) 791-4000 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.
Thursday, Sept. 27
• The Palm Beach County Commission will hold a zoning meeting Thursday, Sept. 27 at 9:30 a.m. in the government center’s Jane M. Thompson Memorial Chambers (301 N. Olive Ave., Sixth Floor, West Palm Beach). For info., visit www.pbcgov.com.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will present “Bilingual Fiesta” for all ages Thursday, Sept. 27 at 3 p.m. Sing, clap, move and dance with Jody Dreher. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Generations: A Hair Salon (10240 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington) will host a night of hair, couture and cocktails on Thursday, Sept. 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. with complimentary blowouts and styles, hors d’oeuvres, champagne, cocktails, wine tasting, trunk shows and shopping. RSVP to (561) 753-2232.
• “Evening with the Stars,” a benefit gala for Lista “Lucy” Faircloth, will be held Thursday, Sept. 27 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Cottage (522 Lucerne Ave., Lake Worth). Proceeds will benefit Faircloth while she continues to fight her battle with cancer. A donation of $20 at the door is requested. For more info., contact Tracy Smith Coffey at echoltd3@gmail.com.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will present “Teen Game Night” for ages 12 to 17 on Thursday, Sept. 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 (2635 State Road 7, Wellington) will host “Got Sleep?” on Thursday, Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. Dr. Ian Shtulman will share some secrets to getting a better night’s sleep without medication. Call (561) 904-4000 for more info.
Friday, Sept. 28
• Whole Foods Market (2635 State Road 7, Wellington) will feature “Mom’s Morning Escape” on Friday, Sept. 28 from 9 to 11 a.m. Moms will receive a free mini-massage, coffee or tea, and muffin from the coffee bar. Call (561) 904-4000 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host a Go Club meeting for ages 8 to 17 on Friday, Sept. 28 at 4:30 p.m. A member of the American Go Foundation will teach you how to play this ancient Asian strategy game. Adults with young family members can also play. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The South Florida Science Museum (4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach) will open its newest traveling exhibit “Treasure!” on Friday, Sept. 28. It runs through Jan. 6, 2013. For more info., call (561) 832-1988 or visit www.sfsm.org.
• Whole Foods Market (2635 State Road 7, Wellington) will feature “Engine 2: 28-Day Challenge” orientation and start on Friday, Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. and running through October. Each week, a chef will create different nutrient-dense recipes to sample, and talk about ways to continue this eating plan on your own. There is no charge. Visit www.wholefoodsmarket.com to pre-register or call (561) 904-4000 for more info.
• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 Forest Hill Blvd.) will feature a free theater performance of Wonderland, an adaptation of the popular children’s story Alice in Wonderland, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 28 and 29 at 7:30 p.m. Bring your own seating. Call (561) 753-2484 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
