Saturday, July 20
• The Repticon West Palm Beach Reptile & Exotic Animal Show will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21. For more info., visit www.repticon.com.
• The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Okeeheelee Park South (7500 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, July 20 at 7:20 a.m. Contact Paul Cummings at (561) 963-9906 for more info.
• Have fun with the Girl Scouts and see what it is all about on Saturday, July 20 at 10 a.m. at the Mall at Wellington Green (10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) in the Live 360 room for “Painting with Ms. Lyn.” The cost of $5 includes a patch. To register, contact Peggy at suvm@phoenixsu.com or (561) 723-1285.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Books in Space with Magician Brent Gregory for all ages on Saturday, July 20 at 10:30 a.m. Celebrate the summer with amazing magic, audience participation, music and more. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Garden Talks for ages 15 and up on Saturday, July 20 at 10:30 a.m. Discuss different spaces and sizes of gardens with Extension Agent Chris Miller. Share ideas, seeds and seedlings. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Palm Beach Summer Beer Fest will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, July 20 from 1 to 6 p.m. Visit www.palmbeachsummerbeerfest.com for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, July 20 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 YMCA of the Palm Beaches (2085 S. Congress Ave., West Palm Beach) will offer salsa and cha-cha dancing on Saturday, July 20 from 3 to 4 p.m. (salsa) and 4 to 5 p.m. (cha-cha) for ages 15 and up. The cost is $5 for members and $8 for non-members. All levels are welcome. Comfortable shoes and clothing are required. For more info., call (561) 968-9622 or visit www.ymcapalmbeaches.org.
• The Palm Beach County Economic Crimes Unit will hold its fourth annual Casino Night Fundraiser on Saturday, July 20 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association (2100 N. Florida Mango Road, West Palm Beach) to raise money for law enforcement fraud training scholarships. Tickets are $60 per person or $100 per couple. Tickets can be purchased by contacting Erin Giannotti at (561) 688-4076 or giannottie@pbso.org. Tickets include 2,500 gaming chips, hors d’oeuvres and two drink tickets.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Beach Boys tribute concert by the Beach Buoys on Saturday, July 20 at 8 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info.
Sunday, July 21
• The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Winding Waters (6161 Haverhill Road North, West Palm Beach) on Sunday, July 21 at 7:30 a.m. This trail is located in Dyer Park with parking off Dyer Blvd., west of Haverhill Road. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 596-4423 for more info.
• Have fun with the Girl Scouts and see what it is all about on Sunday, July 21 at 12:30 p.m. at the Movies at Wellington (13881 Wellington Trace) to see The Lion King. The cost of $6 includes a patch. To register, contact Peggy at suvm@phoenixsu.com or (561) 723-1285.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Book Arts for ages 16 and up on Sunday, July 21 at 1 p.m. Learn the basics of book origami to transform your old books into works of art. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Shulamit Hadassah will visit The Escape Room (209 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach) on Sunday, July 21 at 2 p.m. For more info., call or text Sandi at (561) 389-4186.
Monday, July 22
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Musical Toddlers & Tykes for children under 4 on Monday, July 22 at 3 p.m. Jam along to favorite story time songs with instruments to keep the music going. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• A Quarter Auction to benefit Barky Pines Animal Rescue & Sanctuary will be held Monday, July 22 at 6 p.m. at Kocomo’s Island Grill (7040 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road). For more info., visit www.facebook.com/quartersforkindnesskerrybarnes.
Tuesday, July 23
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Zumbini: Dance & Play Together for infants ages 3 to 36 months on Tuesday, July 23 at 9:30 a.m. Move and groove to lively music with your little one using musical instruments in an upbeat environment. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• 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, July 23 and Thursday, July 25 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 a Snack & Safety Smarts Chat with Dr. Susan Klarich for ages 18 and under on Tuesday, July 23 at 2:15 p.m. Chat about important life skills like communicating, managing feelings and making good decisions. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Straw Rockets for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, July 23 at 3 p.m. How high can your rocket fly? Use found materials to create and engineer a rocket that flies. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• Duch Designs and Anitra’s Originals will host a Collaboration Launch Party at the Mall at Wellington Green on Tuesday, July 23 at 5:30 p.m. at the Duch Designs location on the upper level of the mall near the Apple Store. For more info., visit www.facebook.com/duchdesigns.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Line Dancing on Tuesday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m. for beginners and experienced dancers. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
Wednesday, July 24
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Stomp Rocket Blast Off With 4-H for ages 8 and up on Wednesday, July 24 at 2 p.m. Join 4-H for this fun chance to work in groups, planning and executing the perfect rocket launch. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host a Book Discussion on The Bride Test by Helen Hoang for ages 16 and up on Wednesday, July 24 at 2 p.m. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host A Universe of Stories with Palm Beach County Administrator Verdenia Baker for ages 2 to 6 on Wednesday, July 24 at 3:30 p.m. Explore a universe of stories with the county administrator. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Frosted Notes for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, July 24 at 6 p.m. Chat about a book, comic, short story, magazine, fanfic or manga while eating ice cream. Make friends and get ideas for what to read next. Refreshments will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Rock Painting: Space Edition for all ages on Wednesday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m. Create painted rocks to keep or hide in the community. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
• Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control, in collaboration with the Facilities Development & Operations Department, will hold a community meeting to gain feedback on future renovations to the Animal Care & Control main shelter, located at 7100 Belvedere Road. The meeting will be held Wednesday, July 24 at Vista Center (2300 N. Jog Road, West Palm Beach) in the main chambers at 6:30 p.m. During this meeting, members of the public will hear about Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control’s mission, vision, objectives, history of operations, and present-day operational needs and challenges. For more info., visit www.pbcgov.com.
Thursday, July 25
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Chapter Crafter Summer Spectacular for ages 5 to 9 on Thursday, July 25 at 3 p.m. with stories and crafts for school-aged kids to enjoy. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Super Stellar Constellations for ages 10 to 17 on Thursday, July 25 at 3:30 p.m. Learn about the mysteries of outer space and create a constellation viewer and luminary. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free 1980s tribute concert by On the Roxx, along with food trucks, on Thursday, July 25 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host a Book Chat on Red Rising by Pierce Brown for adults on Thursday, July 25 at 6 p.m. Copies are available. Refreshments will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Puerto Rican/Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for Palm Beach County will host “State of the County & the Impact of the 2020 U.S. Census” on Thursday, July 25 at 6 p.m. at WPTV News Channel 5 (1100 Banyan Blvd. West Palm Beach) featuring Palm Beach County Mayor Mack Bernard and Supervisor of Elections Wendy Sartory Link. For more info., visit www.prhchamber.com.
• The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will host Think & Drink Trivia, a Small Business Roundtable event, on Thursday, July 25 at 6:30 p.m. at Hurricane Dockside Grill. Tickets include a complimentary cocktail and appetizers. The evening will feature a pop-up shop from clothing retailer Tyler Brooke. For more info., call (561) 792-6525 or visit.
Friday, July 26
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Aliens Love Underpants for ages 5 to 9 on Friday, July 26 at 2 p.m. Listen to stories, play games and make a craft, all about aliens and their underpants. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Gentle Yoga & Meditation for adults on Friday, July 26 at 4 p.m. Learn relaxation methods and exercise with certified yoga instructor Dr. Maruti Ram Gudavalli. Bring water and wear comfortable clothing. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• Duch Designs at the Mall at Wellington Green (upper level near the Apple Store) will host a Meet-and-Greet with “El Charro Dorado” Luis Alberto Fernandez on Friday, July 26 at 5:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.facebook.com/duchdesigns.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free screening of the movie Bumblebee on Friday, July 26 at 8:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.
Saturday, July 27
• The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will hike nine miles on the Apoxee Perimeter Trail (3125 N. Jog Road, West Palm Beach) on Saturday, July 27 at 7:45 a.m. Call Rita Black at (772) 985-0579 for more info.
• The Village of Wellington will host its annual Back to School Bash on the lawn at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, July 27 from 9 a.m. to noon. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info.
• Learn the secrets of vegetable gardening in South Florida at the upcoming Farm Your Backyard Workshop on Saturday, July 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Service (559 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach). To register, call Dina Ligotino at (561) 233-1792 or e-mail dligotino@pbcgov.org.
• The Palm Beach County Curlfriends Natural Hair Expo will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, July 27 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more info., visit www.pbccurlfriends.com.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Fun with Coding for ages 7 and up on Saturday, July 27 at 3 p.m. Learn to code with Code Palm Beach mentors. Some laptops will be provided; personal laptops are allowed. Parents/caregivers must attend. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Steely Dan tribute concert by Dirty Work on Saturday, July 27 at 8 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info.
Sunday, July 28
• The Oasis Women’s Ministry at Oasis Church (16401 Southern Blvd., Loxahatchee) is celebrating Christmas In July on Sunday, July 28 at 12:30 p.m. Please bring a pair of flip-flops or a stuffed animal to be given out during a mission trip to Africa. For more info., call (561) 791-0524.
• Palm Beach County Homeschoolers Inc. invites the community to attend a free Homeschool Fair on Sunday, July 28 from 1 to 5 p.m. in the Live 360 room at the Mall at Wellington Green (10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington). Come and enjoy seminars on homeschooling, exhibits and displays of curriculum. Meet a homeschool support group, and learn how homeschoolers keep social and active. For more info., visit www.pbchomeschoolers.com.
Monday, July 29
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Playful Toddlers & Tykes for children under 4 on Monday, July 29 at 3 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 a program on HIV Prevention on Monday, July 29 at 6:30 p.m. Community Health Advocates of the Health Council of Southeast Florida will present a lecture, and HIV testing will be available. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
Tuesday, July 30
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Emergency Department or Urgent Care on Tuesday, July 30 at 10 a.m. Dr. Adam Bromberg with the Emergency Department at Wellington Regional Medical Center, will speak about how to decide between emergency or urgent care. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host iPad Game Day for ages 6 to 10 on Tuesday, July 30 at 2 p.m. Play with a virtual robot and challenge yourself as you program it to move through mazes. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Universe of Stories Rock Painting Finale for all ages on Tuesday, July 30 at 3 p.m. Create universe-inspired painted rocks to keep or hide in the community. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• Women of the Wellington Chamber will host a Back-to-School Drive and Starbucks Networking Event on Tuesday, July 30 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Starbucks location at Forest Hill Blvd. and Wellington Trace. For more info., call (561) 792-6525.
• A Quarter Auction to benefit Relay for Life Team Angel Wings will be held Tuesday, July 30 at 6 p.m. at the Pirate’s Well (12041 Southern Blvd.). For info., visit www.facebook.com/quartersforkindnesskerrybarnes.
Wednesday, July 31
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Lego WeDo Explorers for ages 7 to 11 on Wednesday, July 31 at 2 p.m. Learn concepts of control, logic and programming with fun games and activities. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host The Amazing Mr. A’s Star Force Spectacular for all ages on Wednesday, July 31 at 3:30 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to help unleash the force in this variety-style magic show. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Escape from Mars Base 9 for ages 8 to 11 on Wednesday, July 31 at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. Kids and grown-ups will work together to contain threats and find clues to escape before it’s too late. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd,) will host Dungeons & Dragons on Wednesday, July 31 at 6:30 p.m. Join other D&D enthusiasts as they assume the roles of characters journeying through a magical world. Books, dice and other materials will be available. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
Thursday, Aug. 1
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host English Exchange for adults on Thursdays, Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 9:30 a.m. Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host English Exchange for adults on Thursdays, Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 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 Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Create a Memory Page: Scrapbooking Fun for ages 16 and up on Thursday, Aug. 1 at 2 p.m. Bring personal photos or memorabilia. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Hooked on Crochet for ages 12 and up on Thursday, Aug. 1 at 5 p.m. Socialize while you crochet. Work on a current project and share ideas with new friends. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free 1950s concert by Happy Daze, along with food trucks, on Thursday, Aug. 1 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Writers’ Critique Workshop for adults on Thursday, Aug. 1 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, Aug. 2
• The West Palm Beach Antiques Festival will be held Friday, Aug. 2 through Sunday, Aug. 4 at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. Visit www.wpbaf.com for more info.
• The Palm Beach Zoo will host Safari Nights on Friday, Aug. 2 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. with a family luau. Come dressed in your favorite flowered shirt or outfit and see a Hawaiian-themed show. For more info., visit www.palmbeachzoo.org.
• The Kids Cancer Foundation (246 Royal Palm Beach Blvd.) will host a Kids Night Out Summer Bash on Friday, Aug. 2 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. For more info., call (561) 236-1110 or e-mail nicole@kidscancersf.org.
Saturday, Aug. 3
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Intermediate Tai Chi for ages 12 and up on Saturdays, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 9 a.m. and Tai Chi for Beginners at 10:15 a.m. Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Dungeons & Dragons Marathon for ages 12 and up on Saturday, Aug. 3 at 1 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 Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Aug. 3 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.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free rock concert by the Studio 54 Band on Saturday, Aug. 3 at 8 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar.
Sunday, Aug. 4
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Shark Art for ages 5 to 12 on Sunday, Aug. 4 at 3 p.m. Celebrate shark week with colorful arts and crafts. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.
Monday, Aug. 5
• Wellington’s Essex Park (1250 Essex Drive) will close starting Monday, Aug. 5 for improvements. Upgrades include a new observation deck, an additional sidewalk path, a water fountain, a picnic table, updated rubber mulch on the playground, as well as lighting improvements. Construction is expected to finish in December. For more info., contact Jonathan Reinsvold at (561) 791-4052 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/parks.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Mahjong Night for adults on Monday, Aug. 5 at 6 p.m. Get together with other players for a night of fun. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.
Tuesday, Aug. 6
• More than 600 top water ski athletes, ages 6 to 90, will compete at the Ski Club of the Palm Beaches inside Okeeheelee Park from Tuesday, Aug. 6 through Saturday, Aug. 10 during the 77th Goode Water Ski National Championships. Admission for spectators is free for the event, which will begin at 8 a.m. each day. The National Championships will be held in conjunction with the 2019 America’s Cup Invitational and the 2019 Big Dawg World Slalom Tour Finals. For more info., visit www.waterskinationals.com.
Wednesday, Aug. 7
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Bob Ross Paint Along for adults on Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 2 p.m. Paint the Bob Ross way with certified instructor Jean Caravetta. Materials will be provided. 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, Aug. 7, 14, 21 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. Drop in for all or part of the time. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.
• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Summer Game Night for ages 12 and up on Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 6 p.m. Game with friends. Try new and favorite games. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.
Thursday, Aug. 8
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Origami Roses for ages 16 and up on Thursday, Aug. 8 at 2 p.m. Enjoy the beauty of blossoms all year round. Create a gorgeous bouquet to decorate your home or gift to those you love. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Neil Diamond tribute concert by Neil Zirconia, along with food trucks, on Thursday, Aug. 8 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar.
• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Five Steps to a Stress-Free Life on Thursday, Aug. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Learn practical, easy techniques to lower stress levels and lead a healthier life with a combination of therapeutic sound and holistic breath work. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.
Friday, Aug. 9
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Write, Read & Critique for adults on Fridays, Aug. 9 and Aug. 23 at 9:30 a.m. Join this informal roundtable discussion to share and improve your craft. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Be All I Can Be” Tweens/Teens Vision Boards for ages 9 to 17 on Friday, Aug. 9 at 3 p.m. Learn goal-setting tips and make a personalized vision board using craft materials, magazines and more. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.
• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free screening of the movie Wonder Park on Friday, Aug. 9 at 8 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.
