Calendar For June 3 – June 9, 2019

Saturday, June 1

• The West Palm Beach Antiques Festival will continue at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2. Visit www.wpbaf.com for more info.

• The Loxahatchee Chapter Florida Trail Association will walk in John Prince Park (2520 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth) on Saturday, June 1 at 7:20 a.m. Stroll or speed walk in the park for one hour, followed by breakfast at TooJays. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 596-4423 for more info.

• A Bark-A-Thon hosted by Big Dog Ranch Rescue and the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office will be held at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more info., visit www.southfloridafair.com.

• The Metropolitan Community Church of the Palm Beaches will present HIV & Aging: A Community Seminar at the Compass Community Center (201 N. Dixie Highway, Lake Worth) on Saturday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This event is targeted toward individuals aging with HIV, long-term survivors of HIV, their friends and family, and anyone who works with the HIV community on a regular basis. Pre-registration is required at https://hivaging.eventbrite.com.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Intermediate Tai Chi on Saturdays, June 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 9 a.m. and Tai Chi for Beginners at 10:15 a.m. for ages 12 and up. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Friends of Corbett will present its 19th annual meeting on Saturday, June 1 at 1 p.m. at the Everglades Youth Conservation Camp (12100 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road). Hear about current management activities in the J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area and the ongoing educational programs at the Everglades Youth Conservation Camp. Call Janice at (561) 624-6929 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, June 1 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) 681-4100 for more info.

Sunday, June 2

• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will hike in Jonathan Dickinson State Park (16450 SE Federal Highway, Hobe Sound) on Sunday, June 2 at 7:50 a.m. Bring plenty of water for this 7-mile to 12-mile hike, followed by lunch at the Dune Dog Café. Call Mary Miller at (561) 213-2189 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Funny Forest Stories for ages 2 to 6 on Sunday, June 2 at 3:15 p.m. Scamper, hop and wiggle on over to listen to animal-themed stories and do a craft. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

Monday, June 3

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Book-A-Librarian for adults on Mondays, June 3, 10 and 17 and Wednesdays, June 5, 12 and 19 all day. Get personalized attention in areas of computer and mobile devices, e-books, genealogy and online resources. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Palm Beach Zoo will host Summer Zoo Camp: Go Wild on Mondays through Fridays starting June 3 and continuing until Aug. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Campers will experience up-close animal encounters, zookeeping activities, animal habitat visits, behind-the-scenes tours, games, crafts, science experiments, carousel rides and enriching conservation education activities. For more info., visit www.palmbeachzoo.org/zoo-camp.

• The Palm Beach Central High School boys basketball team will host a Basketball Camp for students entering grades two through eight. The dates are June 3-6, June 10-13, July 8-11 and July 15-18 from 9 a.m. to noon each day. The Palm Beach Central basketball coaches are part of the camp staff, along with all the players. For more info., contact coach Jason Pitman at jason.pitman@palmbeachschools.org or (561) 398-9177.

• The Wellington High School boys basketball team will host its 11th annual basketball camp, Wolverine Skills, for students ages 6 to 14 from Monday, June 3 through Thursday, June 6 and Monday, June 10 through Thursday, June 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $150 per session with a discount for both weeks. Campers will work on the fundamentals every day: shooting, passing, dribbling, defense and rebounding. The Wellington Wolverine basketball coaches are part of the camp staff, along with all the players. For more info., contact coach Matt Colin at matthew.colin@palmbeachschools.org or (803) 439-5348.

• Beginning on Monday, June 3, Wellington will offer expanded hours for Open Play Pickelball, located at the outdoor roller hockey rink at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). During the summer months, courts will be available for open play Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to noon; Tuesdays and Fridays, from 6 to 9 p.m.; and Saturdays and Sundays, from 4 to 7 p.m. Players are welcome to drop-in on a first-come, first-served basis, and must bring their own paddle and balls. For more information, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/openplay.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Adulting 101: Land That Summer Job!” for ages 12 to 17 on Monday, June 3 at 6:15 p.m. Looking to make some money this summer? Learn how to search for and get the job you want. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host English Exchange for adults on Mondays, June 3, 10, 17 and 24 at 6:30 p.m. Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will meet at the Okeeheelee Park Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Monday, June 3, with refreshments at 7 p.m. and the program at 7:30 p.m. James Hoher will speak on his 4,800-mile hike on the Eastern Continental Trail. Call Roy Moore at (561) 307-7792 for more info.

Tuesday, June 4

• The Wellington Marlins Master’s Swim Team will return to the Wellington Aquatics Complex beginning Tuesday, June 4 under the direction of head coach Patrick Billingsley with the Wellington Swim Club. The Master’s Swim Team welcomes swimmers of all levels. For more information, contact Billingsley at coachpatrick@wellingtonswimclub.com or (917) 565-4465.

• Wellington will host a Senior Symposium on the importance of an annual wellness examination on Tuesday, June 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center. Contact Community Services Specialist Jenifer Brito at (561) 753-2476 or jbrito@wellingtonfl.gov for more info.

• 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, June 4 and Thursday, June 6 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 Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Art for Adults for ages 16 and up on Tuesdays, June 4, 11 and 25 at 2 p.m. Explore your artistic interests using different techniques and mediums. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its STEAM Club for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, June 4 at 3 p.m. How far can your item fly? Use STEAM skills to create a catapult. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host “The Amazing Mr. A’s Star Force Spectacular!” for all ages on Tuesday, June 4 at 3 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to help unleash the force in this variety-style magic show. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Library Scavenger Hunt: Space Quest Library!” for ages 8 and up on Tuesday, June 4 at 3:30 p.m. Search for clues, answer trivia and bonus challenges that are hidden throughout the children’s area. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Pizza Chat for ages 12 and up on Tuesday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m. Chat with the group about a book, movie, game, anime or show that you loved or hated, while enjoying pizza and drinks. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

Wednesday, June 5

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Galactic Crafting for age 5 to 12 on Wednesday, June 5 at 3:15 p.m. Create cool and colorful Star Wars-themed art to decorate your galaxy. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Galaxy Bubbles Dance & Fun for all ages on Wednesday, June 5 at 2 and 3:15 p.m. Kick off summer playing, dancing to some favorite songs and having out-of-this-world bubble fun. Call (561) 681-4100 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, June 5, 12, 19 and 28 at 4 p.m. The crafts you make go to children in need. Bring your favorite pattern, needles, bright yarn and a giving spirit. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Mahjong Night for adults on Wednesday, June 5 at 6 p.m. If you play mahjong, or have always wanted to learn, here is your opportunity to enjoy a fun evening. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Summer Game Nights for ages 12 and up on Wednesdays, June 5 and June 12 at 6 p.m. Game with friends. Try new and favorite games. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

Thursday, June 6

• The Teach Palm Beach Job Fair will be held Thursday, June 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. For more info., visit www.palmbeachschools.org/careers.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host English Exchange for adults on Thursdays, June 6, 13, 20 and 27 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 Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Explore the Universe with Astronauts for ages 6 to 11 on Thursday, June 6 at 2 p.m. Astronauts have explored and taught us much about space. Discover the people who have a job that is truly out of this world. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Create a Memory Page: Scrapbooking Fun for ages 16 and up on Thursday, June 6 at 2 p.m. Bring personal photos or memorabilia, and the library will provide the rest. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host a Lego Bricks Challenge for ages 6 to 11 on Thursday, June 6 at 3:30 p.m. Build, imagine and play with Lego bricks. Show your skills by completing timed challenges. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Journey/Styx tribute concert, along with food trucks, on Thursday, June 6 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Hooked on Crochet for ages 12 and up on Thursday, June 6 at 5 p.m. Socialize while you crochet. Work on your current project and share ideas with new friends. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Cosmic Karaoke for ages 12 and up on Thursday, June 6 at 6 p.m. Put on a show and sing along to a universe of songs. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

Summer in Paradise activities will take place along the West Palm Beach waterfront (101 N. Clematis St.) anchored by the Summer in Paradise kickoff at Clematis by Night on Thursday, June 6 from 6 to 10 p.m., and the finale, the Clematis by Night Back to School Bash, on Thursday, Aug. 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. The kickoff will include nonstop musical entertainment from four different bands playing back-to-back on two stages. For more info., visit www.wpb.org/events or call (561) 822-1515.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Writers’ Critique Workshop for adults on Thursday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m. Share, offer and accept constructive criticism to improve your fiction, nonfiction and poetry in a supportive atmosphere. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Friday, June 7

• Yesteryear Village at the South Florida Fairgrounds will host City Kids on the Farm on Fridays in June and July starting on Friday, June 7. The fun, engaging and interactive program will immerse children in agriculture from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each week. For more info., call (561) 795-3110 or visit www.southfloridafair.com.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Paint the Sky with Georgia O’Keeffe for ages 6 and up on Friday, June 7 at 2 p.m. Celebrate the artist Georgia O’Keeffe by learning about her life and making a painting of your own inspired by her skyscapes. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free screening of Alita: Battle Angel on Friday, June 7 at 8:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.

Saturday, June 8

• The Intergalactic Bead & Jewelry Show will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9. For more info., visit www.beadshows.com.

• The Philippine Summer Festival, a multicultural event that showcases Philippine culture and tradition, will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $10. For more info., visit www.paswpb.org.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Dungeons & Dragons for ages 12 and up on Saturdays, June 8 at 2 p.m., June 15 at 2 p.m., June 22 at 12:30 p.m. and June 29 at 2 p.m. Adventure in the world of Dungeons & Dragons with fellow wizards and warriors. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Van Halen tribute concert by Completely Unchained on Saturday, June 8 at 8 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events for more info.

Sunday, June 9

Strikes for Seagull, a family-friendly bowling event to benefit Seagull Services’ programs for teens and adults with developmental disabilities, will be held Sunday, June 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Greenacres Bowl (6126 Lake Worth Road, Greenacres). Tickets are $25 per person or $100 per lane of five players. For more info., call (561) 842-5814 or visit www.seagull.org.