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The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), is pleased to announce the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department as a finalist for the 2017 National Gold Medal Awards for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.
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Palm Beach Duck Dash- Special Olympics Florida
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Duck Dash takes over the lazy river at Rapids Water Park Sat, June 3, 5:30 p.m. With the purchase of a ticket into the water park, watch as 5,000 rubber ducks race to the finish line! Proceeds from adopting a duck are used to support Special Olympics Florida- Palm Beach County.
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Junior Golf Day- John Prince Golf Learning Center
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Bring the kids out to John Prince Golf Learning Center, Lake Worth Sat, June 3, 11 a.m. for a fun-filled day of golf. Golfzilla, free ice cream and more. FREE ADMISSION
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Women's Golf Day- Southwinds Golf Course
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Beginner and advanced golfers are welcome to Southwinds Golf Course, Boca Raton Tues, June 6, 4 p.m.for two separate events. Beginners will enjoy a basic instructional clinic and advanced golfers will enjoy a 9-hole scramble tournament. FREE ADMISSION
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Food Truck Invasion- Sunset Cove Amphitheater
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Enjoy a great selection of food trucks during Food Truck Invasion Wed, June 7 & 21, 5-9 p.m. at Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. FREE ADMISSION
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Animal Keeper for a Day- Daggerwing Nature Center
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Participants will work behind the scenes with animal care staff and volunteers to take care of special animal ambassadors at Daggerwing Nature Center in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton Thurs, June 8, 10 a.m. Ages 8+, $10/participant. RSVP required.
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Barrel Point Show- Jim Brandon Equestrian Center
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PBC Mounted Posse presents: Barrel Point Show. Watch as riders and their horses compete against the clock and each other for money and prizes Sat, June 10, 5 p.m. at Jim Brandon Equestrian Center in Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach. FREE for spectators.
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Birds & Breakfast- Green Cay Nature Center
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Start the day at Green Cay Nature Center Sat, June 10, 9 a.m. and enjoy coffee and refreshments before embarking on a one-hour birding tour with a naturalist. Ages 9+, $3/person. RSVP required.
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Volunteer with PBC parks
Make a difference in your life and the lives of others. Volunteer for a
one-time (special events and park/beach cleanups) or
on-going (facility positions) volunteer opportunity. Interested in Adopting a Park?
Click here for more information!
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Explore the park wetlands and observe the aquatic creatures that make Riverbend Park, Jupiter their home Sat, June 10, 9:30 a.m. Participants will get their feet wet. Please wear closed-toed shoes. All ages, $5/person. RSVP required.
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Green Golfer Day- Palm Beach County Golf Courses
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All five Palm Beach County golf facilities are proud to be certified Audubon International Cooperative Sanctuaries. Help preserve their natural environments by participating in Green Golfer Day Mon, June 19. Take the green golfer pledge and pay one low rate for 18 holes with cart.
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Slightly Stoopid- Sunset Cove Amphitheater
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AEG Live presents: Slightly Stoopid with Iration, J Boog and The Movement at Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton Sat, June 24, 5 p.m.
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Sibshops- Therapeutic Recreation
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This interactive program for siblings of individuals with disabilities is an opportunity for peer support while participating in exciting recreational activities. This program is offered in partnership with The Arc of Palm Beach County. Sat, June 24, 9 a.m. Ages 6-14, $5/child. RSVP required.
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40th Anniversary Celebration- Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
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Celebrate the Morikami's 40th birthday Sun, June 25 with music, food and activities all day (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) Make memories by creating a 40th Anniversary button and sharing favorite Morikami moments in the time capsule and enjoy a Koto performance in the theater at 3 p.m.
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Canoeing 101- Okeeheelee Nature Center
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Learn the basics of how to safely canoe in this 2-hour program Fri, June 30, 9:30 a.m. at Okeeheelee Nature Center in Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach. All equipment is provided. Ages 10+, $10/participant. RSVP required.
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Ocean Mile Swim- Palm Beach County Ocean Rescue
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Registration is now open for the 9th Annual Palm Beach County Ocean Rescue Ocean Mile Swim at Ocean Cay Park, Jupiter. This open water swimming event takes place Sat, July 8, 7:30 a.m. with check-in at 6:15 a.m. No race day registration is available.
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