Continuing my trend from last week, I’m rounding up the best things to do — both free and paid — in our area here on the blog. You can get this list delivered to your inbox every Wednesday by signing up for my Weekly Wellington Mom newsletter.
I hope you find these lists useful, because they actually take quite a bit of time to put together. Want to make sure I include your event in a future list? Drop me a line here and make sure to include the address, date, time and a brief description of what’s happening.
Feb. 8
Iris Fold Valentine Heart: 1 to 3 p.m. at The Acreage Branch Library, 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee. Make a unique Valentine’s Day gift with a mixed-media craft at this event for adults. For more information or to pre-register, call 561-681-4100.
Feb. 9
Food Trucks & Music Series: 5 to 9 p.m. with concert beginning at 6:30 on the Town Center Promenade behind the Wellington Community Center, 12150 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. Grab dinner from one of about a dozen food trucks and then enjoy a live performance from Neil Diamond tribute performer Neil Zirconia, “The Ultimate Faux Diamond.” For more information, go to http://www.wellingtonfl.gov.
Two to Tango: 6 to 7:30 p.m. at The District in the Mall at Wellington Green, 10300 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. Bring your Valentine for free tango and salsa lessons taught by professional dance instructors from Fred Astaire Dance Studios Wellington. Registration includes light bites and water. Bring your own wine. Each couple will receive a gift card to Lemongrass Asian Bistro. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information, go to www.shopwellingtongreen.com.
Feb. 10
Lakeside Market at Wellington Town Center: 5 to 9 p.m. along the Town Center Promenade behind the Wellington Community Center, 12150 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. Free admission and parking. Dozens of vendors set up shop along the Lake Wellington waterfront. For more information, go to http://www.wellingtonlakesidemarket.com.
Feb. 11
Nurses Love Brunch: 10 a.m. to noon at the Mall at Wellington Green, 10300 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. Learn more about working at Wellington Regional Medical Center during this hiring event that includes on-the-spot interviews and a meet-and-greet with hospital’s chief nursing officer. Park by the mall’s food court entrance. For more information or to register, call Wellington Regional’s Human Resources at 561-798-8544.
“Sense”-ational Storytime: 10 to 10:40 a.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. This inclusive storytime includes stories, songs and a sensory-focused craft. Open to all ages. For more information or to preregister, call 561-790-6030.
Royal Palm Beach Green Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Village Hall Complex, 1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., Royal Palm Beach. Dozens of vendors sell a range of items along the waterfront. For more information, go to http://www.rpbgreenmarket.com.
Asphalt Angels Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Mall at Wellington Green’s east parking lot, 10300 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. The Asphalt Angels Car Club will showcase a variety of cars at this family-friendly event. For more information, go to http://www.shopwellingtongreen.com.
Movie Night and Food Truck Expo, plus Kids Yard Sale: 5 to 9 p.m. at Commons Park, 11600 Poinciana Blvd., Royal Palm Beach. Check out booths from area residents selling a variety of children’s items during the Kids Yard Sale. Food trucks arrive at 5 p.m., and the movie “Raya & the Last Dragon” (PG) begins at 7 p.m. For more information, go to http://www.royalpalmbeach.com.
Wellington Classic Brew Fest: 3 to 6 p.m. with VIP early access at 2 at Wellington’s Town Center Promenade behind the Wellington Community Center, 12150 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. This event is for ages 21 and older only. Enjoy a variety of beer and hard cider options, plus food, music and other beer-centric activities. The cost is $15 for a non-drinker, which includes unlimited soda and water and a commemorative pint glass when you leave; $60 in advance or $65 at the gate for general admission, which includes unlimited sampling and a commemorative pint glass; and $90 in advance or $95 at the gate for VIP, which includes early admission, unlimited sampling, exclusive sampling of limited release VIP beers, exclusive access to the VIP room with direct access to the promenade, a commemorative pint glass, snacks and giveaways. To buy tickets or get more information, including the list of participating breweries, go to http://www.wellingtonclassicbrewfest.com.
Palm Beach Marine Market and Seafood Festival, Day 1: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach. Shop for bargains, nautical arts and crafts and local businesses. Attendees also can enjoy delicious, fresh seafood dishes. Admission is $10. Children ages 12 and younger are free. For more information or to buy tickets, go to http://www.westpalmseafoodfestival.com.
Feb. 12
Palm Beach Marine Market and Seafood Festival, Day 2: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach. Shop for bargains, nautical arts and crafts and local businesses. Attendees also can enjoy delicious, fresh seafood dishes. Admission is $10. Children ages 12 and younger are free. For more information or to buy tickets, go to http://www.westpalmseafoodfestival.com.
Feb. 13
Mardi Gras “Mask”-querade: 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Branch Library, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. Decorate a Mardi Gras mask while learning about the holiday’s history. For more information or to preregister, call 561-790-6030.
Feb. 14
Valentine’s Day! Looking for something different to try? Check out my list!