Saturday, Aug. 18
• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Okeeheelee Park (7500 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 7:30 a.m. Call Bruce Brown at (772) 333-1837 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Tai Chi for adults on Saturday, Aug. 18 and Saturday, Aug. 25 at 9 a.m. Tai Chi is often referred to as “meditation in motion.” Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.
• The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host “Junior Naturalist: Birds!” for ages 8 to 14 on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 10 a.m. In this hands-on class just for kids, learn all about birds and what makes them unique. This program will also provide an up-close encounter with some of the raptors that live at the nature center. Call (561) 233-1400 or visit the nature center to RSVP.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Dungeons & Dragons for ages 12 and up on Saturday, Aug. 18 and Saturday, Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. Adventure in the world of Dungeons & Dragons with fellow wizards and warriors while battling evil monsters. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Aug. 18 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 Amphitheater will host a free concert by Brass Evolution on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 8 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
Sunday, Aug. 19
• Western Equestrian Shows & Trails will host a potluck meet-and-greet on Sunday, Aug. 19 at 11 a.m. at the Nicole Hornstein Equestrian Park. Call (561) 644-5410 to RSVP for more info.
Monday, Aug. 20
• Wellington Regional Medical Center will present cardiologist Dr. Andrew Krasner on Monday, Aug. 20 at noon on “Early Recognition of a Heart Attack.” The talk will be held in the WRMC Community Room at 10101 W. Forest Hill Blvd. Lunch will be provided. For more info., call (561) 798-8500 or visit www.wellingtonregional.com.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Sahaja Meditation for adults on Monday, Aug. 20 at 6 p.m. This time-honored technique reduces stress, brings better focus. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
Tuesday, Aug. 21
• The Western Business Alliance will hold its monthly breakfast at Mel’s Way Bistro on Tuesday, Aug. 21 at 8 a.m. For more info., visit www.thewesternbusinessalliance.com.
•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, Aug. 21 and Thursday, Aug. 23 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 Fantasy Football 2018 for ages 16 and up on Tuesday, Aug. 21 at 6 p.m. Gear up for a fun-filled season of NFL Fantasy Football. Assemble the ultimate roster and get acquainted with fellow league members at a live draft session. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Let’s Play: Board Games & Puzzles” for ages 12 and up on Tuesday, Aug. 21 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. Socialize over games and puzzles. Board games, both old and new, and puzzles will be provided, or bring your own. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.
Wednesday, Aug. 22
• Wellington Regional Medical Center will present a Free Lipid Panel & Blood Pressure Screening at Wellington Physicians Urgent Care (13421 South Shore Blvd., Suite 101, Wellington) on Wednesday, Aug. 22 from 8 to 10 a.m. Fasting is required, and breakfast will be provided following the screening. Call (561) 440-1616 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Book Chat: Almost Single by Advaita Kala for adults on Wednesday, Aug. 22 at 3 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Musical Toddlers & Tykes for children under age 4 on Wednesday, Aug. 22 at 3:30 p.m. Jam along to favorite story time songs with instruments to play. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Lego Bricks on Wednesday, Aug. 22 at 4 p.m. Build, imagine and play with Lego bricks. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Depression, Anxiety & Stress: What to Do When They Come Calling” for adults on Wednesday, Aug. 22 at 6:30 p.m. Counselor Michelle Sembric discusses ways to recognize depression, stress and anxiety. Learn coping skills and ways to manage your mental health. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
Thursday, Aug. 23
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert by the Gypsy Lane Band, along with a food truck invasion, on Thursday, Aug. 23 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for info.
• Clematis by Night in West Palm Beach will host the opening band Khemistry (Top 40) and headliner Eclipse (Variety/Classic Pop) on Thursday, Aug. 23 from 6 to 10 p.m. For more info., visit www.wpb.org/events.
Friday, Aug. 24
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Write, Read, Critique!” for adults on Friday, Aug. 24 at 9:30 a.m. Are you an aspiring writer looking for constructive feedback? Join in this informal roundtable discussion where participants share and improve their craft. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Kids Wii U Gaming & More for ages 7 to 11 on Friday, Aug. 24 at 4 p.m. Play some of your favorite Wii U and board games with friends. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
Saturday, Aug. 25
• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will hike on the Apoxee Wilderness Trail (3125 N. Jog Road, West Palm Beach) on Saturday, Aug. 25 at 7:50 a.m. Plenty of water is a must. Call Joe at (561) 859-1954 for more info.
• Yesteryear Village at the South Florida Fairgrounds will open its lecture series on Saturday, Aug. 25 featuring Eliot Kleinberg on “Florida’s Amazing History and Why You Should Care.” The lecture alone will be offered at 11 a.m. at the cost of $18 general admission. The lecture with a meet-and-greet and reserved seating will be offered at 4 p.m. at the cost of $35. Visit www.southfloridafair.com for more info.
• The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will hold a Nature Walk for families and all ages on Saturday, Aug. 25 at 10:30 a.m. Go on a free guided nature walk through the pine flatwoods ecosystem and learn about the plants and animals that live in the local community. Call (561) 233-1400 or visit the nature center to make reservations.
• Wellington Ballet Theatre will hold auditions for the winter ballet The Snow Queen on Saturday, Aug. 25 at Dance Arts Conservatory. Audition times are as follows: ages 5 to 8, 5 to 5:30 p.m.; ages 8 to 11, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.; and ages 11 and up at 6:30 p.m. The audition fee is $10 cash. For more info., call (561) 296-1880 or e-mail info@wellingtonballettheatre.org.
