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Below you'll find a listing of upcoming events* that we know of in our area. If you have an event to list, or if you know of an event that we should list here, please Contact Us!
April 2009 Local Happenings
May 2009 Local Happenings
June 2009 Local Happenings
July 2009 Local Happenings
August 2009 Local Happenings
Local Ongoing & Upcoming Events
Non-Local Happenings Nearby (including Halloween)
April 2009 Local Happenings:
- April 11: Town of Jupiter's Annual Easter Egg Hunt Location: Jupiter Community Center at 200 Military Trail, on the lawn. Time: 9:30am. Children are separated into age groups to frolick through the grass and find treasures, treats and more. Bring your basket and bonnet -- you might just fill them both! In addition to the hunt, there will be face painting, prizes and a special performance of Alice in Wonderland by the Jupiter Community Center ballet classes.
Moms and Dads -- bring your camera 'cause the Easter Bunny will make a special appearance that is sure to create smiles! For more information, call 741-2400 or visit our website.
- April 11: Bunny Hop In The Park Location: Constitution Park, Seabrook Road, Tequesta. Time: 9am-12:30pm. FREE. Event begins with an Egg Hunt and Easter Message hosted by Tequesta's First Baptist Church. Bring your Easter basket to collect eggs. Following the Easter message the Parks & Recreation Department invites you stay for the Bunny Hop. We'll have the following:
- Dixieland Band Concert in the gazebo (bring a chair or blanket)
- Hay Rides
- Memory photos with the bunny $1
- Food & Beverages by Parks & Rec $1
- Bounce Houses
- Bunnies & Chicks Petting Zoo
- Vendors selling cotton candy, lemonade, & pretzels
For more information call 575-1897 or visit our website.
- April 12: Easter Service Location: Jupiter High School Auditorium, Military Trail, Jupiter. Time: 10am. Please join us for our main service for an incredible time of music and sharing, highlighted with a message of great hope, from the Harvest Bible Chapel Jupiter. For more information, call 745-5354 or visit our website.
- April 17: Spring Zing Thing 2009 Location: Constitution Park, Seabrook Road, Tequesta. Time: 6-9pm. Presented by the Village of Tequesta Parks & Recreation Department. Cost: Village Residents: No charge (Proof of residency required); Non-Residents: Adults $5.00, Non-Resident Seniors and Children 2-12: $1.00, Non-Resident Children under 2: No Charge. There will be live reggae music by Sweet Justice; frozen lemonade and limeade; homeade cotton candy; freshly grilled pretzels; unique jewelry and accessory vendors; grilled hot dogs & gyros; icy cold beverages; old-fashioned ice cream truck; one-of-a-kind artwork by local artists. Hot dogs, chips and beverages for sale by Parks & Recreation for $1. Think "Got Rec, Go Green" -- Ride your bike to the event and get a ticket for a free bottle of water. Dates are subject to change. In the event of inclement weather, the event may be rescheduled or cancelled. For more information, call 575-6247 or visit our website.
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May 2009 Local Happenings:
- May 2: Fire Rescue Open House for Seniors Location: Tequesta Fire Rescue, 357 Tequesta Drive. For more information please call 575-6250.
- May 9: Taste of the Tropics Location: Riverwalk Events Plaza, Indiantown Road & US 1 under the bridge. Time: 12noon - 6pm. Join us at our new Events Plaza on the Jupiter Riverwalk as we present "Taste of the Tropics." The events plaza will be transformed into a tropical paradise with food and music from the islands. We will also have various vendors including fishing, swim wear, surf shops and more. Visit our website for more information.
- May 15: Dog Dayz Location: Tequesta Rec Center, 399 Seabrook Road. Time: 6-9pm. Kidz join us at the rec for a fun filled evening of pizza, drinks, movies, video games, group games, pool table, and much more. Pre registration required. Registration begins May 1st for Village of Tequesta Residents, & May 8th for Non residents. Max 25 children, ages 5-13. Cost: $10 Village of Tequesta Residents; $15 Non-Residents.
- May 29: Dog Dayz Location: Tequesta Rec Center, 399 Seabrook Road. Time: 6-9pm. Kidz join us at the rec for a fun filled evening of pizza, drinks, movies, video games, group games, pool table, and much more. Pre registration required. Registration begins May 1st for Village of Tequesta Residents, & May 8th for Non residents. Max 25 children, ages 5-13. Cost: $10 Village of Tequesta Residents; $15 Non-Residents.
- May 30: Free Fun Health Walks with Jake Jacobson Location: Jupiter Community Center. 9am - 10am. This event is completely FREE, so bring your towels, sunscreen, water and sneakers to the the Jupiter Community Center! Registration will be at the gazebo on the south side of the Community Center at 200 Military Trail in Jupiter. No reservations are required. All ages welcome - bring the entire family to walk and get healthy! Enjoy fun relays and demos; group warm-ups; and have fun with energetic, down to earth instructor, Jake Jacobson, and former conditioning coach to olympians. EVERY SATURDAY BEGINNING MAY 30. ** Bring water & towel ** For more information, please call 741-2400 or visit our website.
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June 2009 Local Happenings:
- June 6: Free Fun Health Walks with Jake Jacobson Location: Jupiter Community Center. 9am - 10am. This event is completely FREE, so bring your towels, sunscreen, water and sneakers to the the Jupiter Community Center! Registration will be at the gazebo on the south side of the Community Center at 200 Military Trail in Jupiter. No reservations are required. All ages welcome - bring the entire family to walk and get healthy! Enjoy fun relays and demos; group warm-ups; and have fun with energetic, down to earth instructor, Jake Jacobson, and former conditioning coach to olympians. EVERY SATURDAY BEGINNING MAY 30. ** Bring water & towel ** For more information, please call 741-2400 or visit our website.
- June 13: Free Fun Health Walks with Jake Jacobson Location: Jupiter Community Center. 9am - 10am. This event is completely FREE, so bring your towels, sunscreen, water and sneakers to the the Jupiter Community Center! Registration will be at the gazebo on the south side of the Community Center at 200 Military Trail in Jupiter. No reservations are required. All ages welcome - bring the entire family to walk and get healthy! Enjoy fun relays and demos; group warm-ups; and have fun with energetic, down to earth instructor, Jake Jacobson, and former conditioning coach to olympians. EVERY SATURDAY BEGINNING MAY 30. ** Bring water & towel ** For more information, please call 741-2400 or visit our website.
- June 19: Dog Dayz Location: Tequesta Rec Center, 399 Seabrook Road. Time: 6-9pm. Kidz join us at the rec for a fun filled evening of pizza, drinks, movies, video games, group games, pool table, and much more. Pre registration required. Registration begins May 1st for Village of Tequesta Residents, & May 8th for Non residents. Max 25 children, ages 5-13. Cost: $10 Village of Tequesta Residents; $15 Non-Residents.
- June 20: Free Fun Health Walks with Jake Jacobson Location: Jupiter Community Center. 9am - 10am. This event is completely FREE, so bring your towels, sunscreen, water and sneakers to the the Jupiter Community Center! Registration will be at the gazebo on the south side of the Community Center at 200 Military Trail in Jupiter. No reservations are required. All ages welcome - bring the entire family to walk and get healthy! Enjoy fun relays and demos; group warm-ups; and have fun with energetic, down to earth instructor, Jake Jacobson, and former conditioning coach to olympians. EVERY SATURDAY BEGINNING MAY 30. ** Bring water & towel ** For more information, please call 741-2400 or visit our website.
- June 27: Free Fun Health Walks with Jake Jacobson Location: Jupiter Community Center. 9am - 10am. This event is completely FREE, so bring your towels, sunscreen, water and sneakers to the the Jupiter Community Center! Registration will be at the gazebo on the south side of the Community Center at 200 Military Trail in Jupiter. No reservations are required. All ages welcome - bring the entire family to walk and get healthy! Enjoy fun relays and demos; group warm-ups; and have fun with energetic, down to earth instructor, Jake Jacobson, and former conditioning coach to olympians. EVERY SATURDAY BEGINNING MAY 30. ** Bring water & towel ** For more information, please call 741-2400 or visit our website.
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July 2009 Local Happenings:
- July 10: Dog Dayz Location: Tequesta Rec Center, 399 Seabrook Road. Time: 6-9pm. Kidz join us at the rec for a fun filled evening of pizza, drinks, movies, video games, group games, pool table, and much more. Pre registration required. Registration begins May 1st for Village of Tequesta Residents, & May 8th for Non residents. Max 25 children, ages 5-13. Cost: $10 Village of Tequesta Residents; $15 Non-Residents.
- July 24: Dog Dayz Location: Tequesta Rec Center, 399 Seabrook Road. Time: 6-9pm. Kidz join us at the rec for a fun filled evening of pizza, drinks, movies, video games, group games, pool table, and much more. Pre registration required. Registration begins May 1st for Village of Tequesta Residents, & May 8th for Non residents. Max 25 children, ages 5-13. Cost: $10 Village of Tequesta Residents; $15 Non-Residents.
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August 2009 Local Happenings:
- August 7: Dog Dayz Location: Tequesta Rec Center, 399 Seabrook Road. Time: 6-9pm. Kidz join us at the rec for a fun filled evening of pizza, drinks, movies, video games, group games, pool table, and much more. Pre registration required. Registration begins May 1st for Village of Tequesta Residents, & May 8th for Non residents. Max 25 children, ages 5-13. Cost: $10 Village of Tequesta Residents; $15 Non-Residents.
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Local Ongoing & Upcoming Events:
If you know that any of these events have expired, please let us know!
- Bicycle Registrations Have your bike inspected, entered into the computer, and receive a registration sticker. If you're interested, please contact Officer Keith Smolen at 561-575-6210.
- Stroller Power of Jupiter Meets Mon. & Fri. at 8:45am; Wed. at 9:30am. Location: Town of Jupiter Community Center Gym, 210 Military Trail. Phone: 251-8872. Meets Tues. & Thurs. at 9:15am. Location: West Jupiter Recreation Ctr., 6401 Indiantown Rd. Phone: 747-3455. New: Kiddie Hour at the West Jupiter Recreation Center on Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays; 1 hour of structured activities for children 18 months-4 years. For more information please contact: Cindy Martling, or visit their website.
- Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Offers Free Wildlife Programs The Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is more than just a place to see animals, it's a real wildlife adventure! Stop by on Tuesday through Friday at 3:00pm for our free wildlife programs. On Saturdays at 11 am and 2:30pm our junior naturalists put on their own program, so come by and support our efforts to encourage young children to take interrest in their natural world. Our wildlife programs are free and open to the public and are located in our Cypress Amphitheater. These presentations offer visitors a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn about Florida’s wildlife and natural environments and get face to face with our sanctuary's animals. We guarantee a real wild experience! Afterward, visitors are invited to tour the Sanctuary's nature trails where they will encounter a variety of native animals from eagles to panthers, crocodiles, foxes, snakes, and more. The Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is located on the grounds of the Loxahatchee River District at 2500 Jupiter Park Drive. From I-95 (exit 87A) or the Florida Turnpike (exit #116) take the Jupiter exit and go east to Central Blvd. and head south to the next traffic light (Jupiter Park Drive) and go west one block, the Sanctuary entrance is on the left. For more information call: 561-575-3399.
- Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Offers Yoga Connect with your environment while taking yoga at the Busch Wildlife Sanctuary. A certified yoga instructor will lead classes in our Cypress Amphitheater. Experience the union between Floridas unique wildlife and the mind and body experience of yoga! Beginners and advanced students welcome! Classes are available on Thursday at 6:00pm to 7:00pm. Bring a yoga mat, towel and water. Call for information or drop by the Busch Wildlife Sanctuary to sign up 561-575-3399.
- Make-A-Wish Foundation - of Southern Florida needs volunteers in Palm Beach County to help grant more than 450 wishes each year for children with life-threatening diseases. To learn how you can make a difference in the lives of sick children, call: 954-967-WISH (9474).meets 4th Tuesdays at 6:30pm, at Jupiter Town Hall, 210 Military Trail in Jupiter. For more information call: Joe Gore at 561-747-3259, or Barb Montanero at 561=575-9923.
- Bicycle Helmets - Approved by the Department of Transportation, are selling for $15 at Pediatric Partners, 1025 Military Trail, Suite 109. The money will benefit the Palm Beach County Safe Kids Coalition. For more info call: 561-741-0000.
- Custom & Classic Car Night - Thursdays 7-9pm; McDonald's Restaurant, 10030 Indiantown Road, Jupiter Farms. Look at and show cars 1978 or older. For more info call: 561-746-4146.
- Friends of Jupiter Beach - Help us keep the beach clean! Join us the first Saturday of each month at the Ocean Cay Park located at the intersection of Marcinski and Route A1A (Beach road) at 8:00 AM. Stop by, get your name tag and we'll assign you a specific area to clean. We clean up the beach, crossovers and A1A roadsides. Following the clean-up at 9:30, we provide a delicious breakfast for all, courtesy of the the Publix markets at Bluffs Square , Jupiter Square and Tequesta and, Dunkin Donuts in Juno Beach, Jon Smith Subs on Indiantown Road, Jupiter and also Donald Ross Rd, Jupiter, Brooklyn Bagel - Indiantown & Central Blvd ALL are welcome!!
- Guided Walks through Blowing Rocks Preserve - Fridays and Saturdays, 11am-12 Noon. Cost: $3; free for children under 12; $1 for Nature Conservancy members. For more info call: 744-6668.
- La Leche League of Jupiter - Meets at Jupiter Medical Center at 10:30am, on the 3rd Friday of each month. Call Laura for more information: 561-746-0471.
- Book Discussion Group - at the Jupiter Branch Library, on the 1st Friday of each month, 2pm. Call Murphy for information: 561-747-9513.
- Seniors - Super 60s - Fridays from 1am-Noon in the fellowship hall at Jupiter Evangelical Church, 106 Military Trail, Jupiter. Call Bob Lee for more information: 561-746-4330
- Eastview Manor Neighborhood Organization - meets 4th Tuesdays at 6:30pm, at Jupiter Town Hall, 210 Military Trail in Jupiter. For more information call: Joe Gore at 561-747-3259, or Barb Montanero at 561=575-9923.
- 40 and Over Basketball - Every Monday from 7:30pm-9pm at the West Jupiter Recreation Center, 6401 Indiantown Road, Jupiter. 561-747-3455. Free!
- Teen Pickup Sports League - Basketball: Thursday, January 9-February 13; Volleyball: Thursday, February 20-March 27; Softball: Thursday, April 3-May 8. Location: West Jupiter Recreation Center, 6401 Indiantown Road, Jupiter. 561-747-3455. Free!
- Sanctuary Hosts Free Nature Story Time - The Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is more than just a place to see animals, it's a real wildlife adventure! Every Wednesday at 10:30am join Brenda Nickolaus and some of our special animals for storytime geared for young children in our Cypress Amphitheater. Story time offers young children a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn about Florida's wildlife and natural environments. Afterward, visitors are invited to tour the Sanctuary’s nature trails where they will encounter a variety of native animals from eagles to panthers, crocodiles, foxes, snakes, and more. For more information please call: 561-575-3399. Read more about Busch Wildlife here!
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Other Happenings Nearby:
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park: Family Educational Programs FREE with park admission. Time: Every Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Parents can bring their children to our dipnetting program in which we catch aquatic creatures with nets and learn about them in our brand new lab while viewing them under microscopes or learn about insects with our Insect Mania Program. For information and to register for these programs ( two days in advance preferred), please call 561-745-5551. We also have a wide variety of other family orientated activities, including hiking, biking, boating, guided nature walks and more! Location: Jonathan Dickinson State Park, 16450 SE Federal Highway, Hobe Sound, FL. For more information, please visit the Florida Online Park Guide.
- August 9: A Children's Summer Memories Workshop Location: Gardens Mall, Grand Court. Time: Workshops are slated for 1pm, 3:30pm, 5pm. Each workshop will last 90 minutes. Fee: A suggested donation of school supplies ($15 value per child) will be collected for less fortunate students supported by the Gardens Mall. This event is in partnership with The Gardens Mall and Palm Beach Cottages. Children ages 5-11 are invited to create a unique personalized summer memories journal using summer photos and a special bookbinding technique, just in time for back to school show-and-tell. Space is limited to 25 students per class. Call 561-832-8885 or email for reservations.
- October 26: Costumed Dog Party Location: Lake Park. Sponsored by the Adopt a Cat Foundation, Lake Park.
Music by WRMF 97.9 FM, craft booths, a demonstration by the Jupiter Police Department's K-9 unit. Meet West Palm Beach author Tina Czarnota. Five costume/talent contests. All registered owners get a doggy bag with goodies and T-shirt. All dogs must be leashed and current with vaccinations. Register at Adopt-a-Cat Foundation. Vendors welcome.
- October 31: Halloween Turtle Treat Walk Location: Loggerhead Marinelife Center of Juno Beach, 14200 US Hwy 1, Juno Beach FL. Time: 10am-5pm. Cost: FREE. Wear your best costumes; enjoy story time and arts and crafts. Donations accepted. Family-friendly. For more information call: 561-627-8280 or visit this website.
- October 24: Baby Boo at the Zoo Location: Palm Beach Zoo. Time: 9:00am-5pm. Cost: Adults $12.95; seniors (60+) $9.95; children 3-12 $8.95; children 3 and under free. For all those "itty bitty" ghosts and ghouls - Enjoy 'trick or treating' in a delightful and safe environment, not-so-scary animal encounters and wildlife shows, costume contests, live music, educational storytelling, face painting, games, and crafts. For more information call: 561-547-WILD or visit this website.
- October 30: Clematis by Fright Location: Centennial Square, East end of Clematis Street, West Palm Beach FL 33401. Time: 6-9:30pm. Cost: FREE. This event features Hollywood Lovescene, a new Pop/Rock band with a hint of nouveau punk. Since the release of their first EP, Hollywood Lovescene has licensed their entire album to MTV which continually features their music throughout MTV shows such as "NEXT" and "EXPOSED." A portion of this evening's proceeds will benefit Animal Rescue Force. For more information please call: 561-822-1515.
- October 9-11; 16-18; 23-26 & Oct. 30-Nov. 1.: Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds Location: Centennial South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd, West Palm Beach FL. Times: Thurs. & Sunday 6-11 pm; Fridays & Saturdays: 6pm-midnight. Cost: $20 advance; $25 at gate. Tickets: 561-798-FAIR or 800-527-FAIR. South Florida's greatest collection of strange people, human oddities and freakish entertainers eerily creeps back onto the South Florida Fairgrounds. Spread over four wicked weekends, a cast of over 80 actors scares and dares right to the bloody end. Five weird and intoxicating haunts await you. Meet The Smiths..a typical American family or a sociopathic clan of murderous clowns? Tour Country Bill's Meat Market where a team of butchers carves what appear to be the finest cuts of beef, pork and poultry. Probe the depths of Dead End, a sinister warehouse stocked with unspeakable devices and a decaying burial ground. Take a seat at Sick Flicks Cinema, an outdoor theatre of classic horror flicks certain to roil the inner self. Sword swallowers, fire eaters, contortionists and a real live wolf man await you at the world famous Brothers Grim Sideshow. Are you ready? Or are you chicken? Then perhaps a Monster Midway of rides, games, food and fun is more to your liking. For more information please call: 561-793-0333 or visit this website.
- October 25: Moonfest (Family Friendly) Location: Downtown West Palm Beach
100 S Clematis St, West Palm Beach FL. Cost: FREE. The largest single night street party in Palm Beach County returns for 17th year. Live bands, haunted house, street performers, circus acts, rides, games. Midnight: The famous Moonfest adult costume contest at the Main Stage with $1000 in cash and prizes. 7:15 p.m.: Childrens Costume Contest with $500 in cash and prizes. 6:30 p.m.: Pet costume contest, sponsored by Urban Dog Sitters, with $500 in cash and prizes. 9 p.m.: Lynn University is hosting a Moonfest fashion show at on the 400 Block DJ Stage.
Buy $40 VIP tickets to the private R.I.P (VIP) tent with free drinks and food. For more information please call: 561-822-1515 or visit this website.
- October 25-26, 31: SpookyVille (Kids Event) Location: South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd, West Palm Beach FL. Times: Oct. 25: 10 am-4pm; Oct. 26: 10 am-4pm; Oct. 31: 4 pm-7pm. Cost: $5, free for 2 and younger. Tickets: 561-798-FAIR or 800-527-FAIR. Yesteryear Village hosts the annual family friendly "Halloween Fun" event. There will be live entertainment featuring James Changefield Magic Shows, the Not So Scary Witch, Deanna the Mime, and the Amazing Hitchiti Dancers. Costume contest, games, costume parade, a scavenger hunt, prizes, and lots of other fun activities for the little ones. Food & drinks available. For more information please call: 561-795-6400 or visit this website.
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