Saturday, Sept. 22
• The Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida will host a Splash of Color event at Veterans Park (1036 Royal Palm Beach Blvd.) on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon. Prepare to get wet. E-mail Betty at recruiter@phoenixsu.com or call Peggy at (561) 723-1285 for more info.
• The Okeeheelee Nature Center will hold a Nature Walk on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 10:30 a.m. The family-friendly event is free, and no reservations are required. Call (561) 233-1400 for more info.
• A women’s self-defense course will be offered at Title Boxing Club Wellington (2863 S. State Road 7, Suite 100) on Saturday, Sept. 22 at noon. This introductory self-defense course will be taught by trainer George Adamia. Call or text (561) 201-8690 to reserve your spot.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Latin American Classical Music on Viola on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 2 p.m. Mexican violist David Pedraza will perform classical music by Latin American composers. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Master Ken’s Martial Arts Academy for ages 7 to 13 on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 2 p.m. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. Parents/caregivers must attend. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• Audubon of the Everglades will walk in the Wakodahatchee Wetlands in Boynton Beach on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 5 to7 p.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.
• The Binks Forest PTA will hold its second annual Party With a Purpose Casino Night & Auction on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Wellington National Golf Club (400 Binks Forest Drive). For more info., or to buy tickets, visit www.binksforestpta.cheddarup.com.
• Wellington Ballet Theatre will present Rock the Ballet, a full-length original ballet production featuring the music of Queen, Elvis Presley, Aerosmith, Coldplay and more. The production will be held at Wellington High School on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 23 at 2 p.m. Free general admission balcony seating is available; reserved seating starts at $10 per ticket. Tickets are available at www.wbt.ticketleap.com/rock-the-ballet.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Foreigner tribute concert by 4NR2 on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
• The L’Dor Va-Dor Sisterhood (9804 S. Military Trail, Suite E-4, Second Floor, Boynton Beach) will hold a screening of The Jazz Singer starring Neil Diamond on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 7:30 p.m. For more info., call (561) 968-0688.
Sunday, Sept. 23
• The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in the Seacrest Scrub and the High Ridge Scrub natural areas in Boynton Beach on Sunday, Sept. 23 at 7:30 a.m. Call Alan Collins at (561) 586-0486 for more info.
• Audubon of the Everglades will walk in the Juno Dunes on Sunday, Sept. 23 from 8 to 10 a.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.
• The Wellington Rotary Club will hold a World Peace Day Ceremony at Rotary Peace Park (1825 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington) on Sunday, Sept. 23 at 3 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.
Monday, Sept. 24
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Homework Club for ages 5 to 12 on Monday, Sept. 24 at 2 p.m. Enjoy a quiet space to study, read and complete homework. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• Wellington Regional Medical Center will present gastroenterologist Dr. Naveen Reddy on “Heartburn Relief: Expert Answers and Solutions” at the Lantana branch library (4020 Lantana Road) on Monday, Sept. 24 at 2 p.m. A complimentary first aid kit will be provided to all attendees.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Medicare 101 on Monday, Sept. 24 at 3 p.m. SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) representatives will give an overview of all Medicare options. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Playful Toddlers & Tykes for children under age 4 on Monday, Sept. 24 at 3:30 p.m. Join in for a session of social playtime for the little ones. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Election Time 2018: Know the Issues on Monday, Sept. 24 at 6 p.m. Assistant County Administrator Todd Bonlarron will provide explanations of state constitutional amendments and local questions on this year’s ballot. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
Tuesday, Sept. 25
•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, Sept. 25 and Thursday, Sept. 27 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 Salt Painting for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 3 p.m. Experiment with salt, glue and watercolors to create some colorful ocean art. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host a Virtual Author Visit: Home Sweet Motel by Chris Grabenstein for grades 3 to 6 on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 4 p.m. Discuss this Sunshine State Reader book and ask the author questions during a special Skype visit. Copies available at the children’s services desk. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Art Society will host a reception for its latest exhibit, “Perspectives,” at the Wellington Municipal Complex and the Wellington Community Center on Tuesday, Sept. 25 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org.
• The Back-To-School Night Open House at Wellington High School is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. The pep band, dance team and cheerleaders will perform at 5 p.m. in the courtyard. Activities, organizations and clubs will have tables set up around the perimeter of the courtyard. Parent volunteer sign-up will be in the media center. Call (561) 795-4900 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host its Pokémon Club for ages 6 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 6:30 p.m. Bring your DS or Pokémon cards and get ready to battle, trade and make new friends. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Line Dancing for adults on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 6:30 p.m. Beginners and experienced line dancers will learn line dances to keep you movin’ and groovin’. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Village Council will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
Wednesday, Sept. 26
• The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon featuring State Attorney Dave Aronberg on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 11:30 a.m. at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. To RSVP, or for more information, call (561) 792-6525 or visit www.wellingtonchamber.com.
• The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County will hold a luncheon explaining Florida’s proposed constitutional amendments on Wednesday, Sept. 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Atlantis Country Club. RSVP online at www.lwvpbc.org or call (561) 968-4123.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Book Discussion: Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 2 p.m. Copies are available at the research services desk. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Minecraft Mania for ages 7 and up on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 4 p.m. Bring your own device or use the library’s iPad to play Minecraft Pocket Edition. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Bring a friend or make new ones. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
Thursday, Sept. 27
• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present MNM Theatre Company’s “My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra” from Thursday, Sept. 27 through Sunday, Oct. 14. For more info., visit www.kravis.org.
• The American Red Cross will hold an informational workshop on Thursday, Sept. 27 from noon to 1 p.m. at its West Palm Beach office (1250 Northpoint Parkway). Staff will provide a brief introduction to the American Red Cross organization, its services and an overview of the role of disaster mental health workers. Pizza and refreshments will be provided. To RSVP, or for more information, contact Colleen Raniere at colleen.raniere@redcross.org or (561) 718-4489.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Loxahatchee Rocks with Rock Art for ages 6 and up on Thursday, Sept. 27 at 3:30 p.m. Show your neighborhood pride and create colorful rocks that reflect your favorite hobbies, sports, animals, books and more. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert by the Flyers, along with a food truck invasion, on Thursday, Sept. 27 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events for more info.
Friday, Sept. 28
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host After-School Game Time for ages 8 to 12 on Friday, Sept. 28 at 3 p.m. Relax after school and have a blast with new and favorite board games, card games and video games. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• Ghost Tours: An Evening In The Dark will take place Friday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. at Yesteryear Village. For info., call (561) 790-5232 or e-mail yyv@southfloridafair.com.
Saturday, Sept. 29
• The 29th annual Gigantic Garage Sale will be held at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendor space is available. For more info., contact Kayla Cawley at (561) 790-5219 or kayla@southfloridafair.com.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “What’s Killing My Lawn?” on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 10 a.m. Learn some basic lawn care tips and problems from Palm Beach County Extension Agent Laurie Albrecht. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Lightwire Theater will present The Ugly Duckling in the Kravis Center’s Helen K. Persson Hall on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 10 a.m. For more info., visit www.kravis.org.
• Your Bosom Buddies II breast cancer support group will host its Pink Ribbon Champagne Brunch & Fashion Show on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Madison Green Country Club (2001 Crestwood Blvd., Royal Palm Beach). The event will include raffle ticket sales and live music. Tickets are $25 per person. To RSVP, or for more info., e-mail yourbosombuddies@aol.com.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Fun with Coding for ages 7 and up on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 2 p.m. Learn to code with Coder Dojo mentors. A total of 15 laptops will be provided; personal laptops are also allowed. Parents/caregivers must attend. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Billy Joel tribute concert by Odyssey Road on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.
