January 2018
Happy New Year from PBC parks! If spending more time outdoors is one of your New Year's resolutions, we manage 85 parks to help you with that! Check out PBC parks and facilities near you and start having more fun outdoors: www.pbcparks.com
Nature Walk- Okeeheelee Nature Center
Go on a FREE guided nature walk through the pine flatwoods ecosystem Sat, Jan 2 & 27, 10:30 a.m. at Okeeheelee Nature Center in Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach. Families/all ages, no reservations required.
Food Truck Invasion- Sunset Cove Amphitheater
Enjoy a great selection of food trucks during Food Truck Invasion Wed, Jan 3 & 17, 5-9 p.m.  at Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. FREE ADMISSION
Archery 101- Green Cay Nature Center
Join a USA Archery Certified Instructor to learn the basics of archery Sat, Jan 6, 10 a.m. at Green Cay Nature Center, Boynton Beach. All equipment provided. Ages 9 and up, $10/person. RSVP required.
The Long Run- Sunset Cove Amphitheater
PBC Parks and Recreation and the West Boca Community Council presents, The Long Run, a journey through the music of "The Eagles" Sat, Jan 6, 7 p.m. at Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. FREE ADMISSION
Author Talk: Pachinko by Min Jin Lee- Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Enjoy an enlightening conversation as Min Jin Lee discusses her most recent best selling novel and the broader context of the Asian diaspora Thurs, Jan 11, 7 p.m. in the Morikami Theater at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach. $12/person, $10/members. RSVP required.
Knock & Roll Wheelchair Rugby Tournament- Therapeutic Recreation
Support local wheelchair rugby team, South Florida Rattlers, as they take on teams from other states Fri, Jan 12-Sun, Jan 14 at the CMAA Therapeutic Recreation Complex, Lake Worth. Games start at 9 a.m. each day, last game starts at 7:30 p.m. on Fri & Sat and at 1 p.m. on Sun. FREE to spectators.
Palm Beach County Mounted Posse Barrel Point Show- Jim Brandon Equestrian Center
Watch as riders and their horses compete against the clock and each other for money and prizes  Sat, Jan 13, 5 p.m. at Jim Brandon Equestrian Center in Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach.  FREE to spectators.
Radical Reptiles- Daggerwing Nature Center
Join a naturalist for a family- friendly program focusing on the amazing world of reptiles Sat, Jan 20, 10:30 a.m. at Daggerwing Nature Center in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. Ages 5 and up, $3/participant. RSVP required.
Sour Mash Trio- Canyon Amphitheater
GL Commercial presents, Sour Mash Trio Sat, Jan 20, 7 p.m. at Canyon Amphitheater in Canyon District Park, Boynton Beach. FREE ADMISSION
SibShops- Therapeutic Recreation
This is an interactive program for siblings of individuals with disabilities. It's an opportunity for peer support while participating in exciting recreational activities. Sat, Jan 20, 9 a.m. at the CMAA Therapeutic Recreation Complex, Lake Worth. Offered in partnership with The Arc of Palm Beach County.
Find Us at the South Florida Fair
We are heading back to the South Florida Fair in 2018! From January 12-28, find our table and enjoy giveaways, publications (including the new issue of our Leisure Times ) and more!
Destination Recreation: Episode 7
On this episode , we travel to a unique part of Palm Beach County to check out eight of our Glades-area parks, located in the Western part of the county. We travel through popular parks like South Bay RV Park, John Stretch Memorial Park and Glades Pioneer Park and take a look at the countless recreational opportunities in the area. Don’t miss an episode – follow pbcParks on  WordPress  or subscribe to our  YouTube  channel to see each episode of Destination Recreation.
Outdoor Sports- Therapeutic Recreation
Come out and play recreational games like kickball with friends Mon, Jan 22, 6 p.m. at Lake Lytal Park, West Palm Beach. Ages 13 and up, $45/registration lottery fee.
Martial Arts- Therapeutic Recreation
Enhance mental and physical well-being, boost self-esteem and confidence, and improve mobility Mon, Jan 22, 6:30 p.m. at the CMAA Therapeutic Recreation Complex, Lake Worth. Ages 5-25, registration is on-going until full.
Jazz and Blues Jam- Sunset Cove Amphitheater
Presented by Music Jam Productions, this event features Dr. John, The Devon Allman Project with Duane Betts, Walter Trout, Kenny Neal and Marcia Ball Sat, Jan 27, 2 p.m. at Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. $65/GA, children under 10 with an adult are free. Additional parking fee assessed on site.
180th Anniversary of the Annual Battle of the Loxahatchee Reenactment- Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park
Bring the family for this day of history Sat, Jan 27, 9 a.m. at Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park (adjacent to Riverbend Park), Jupiter. This FREE event commemorates the Second Seminole War battles that occurred within the park. There will be period dressed reenactors, US Army and Seminole camps, weapons demonstrations and more, including the battle reenactment at about 2 p.m.
Saturday Night Movie- Canyon Amphitheater
GL Commercial presents, "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul" Sat, Jan 27, 7:30 p.m. at Canyon Amphitheater in Canyon District Park, Boynton Beach. Lawn chairs and blankets welcome. FREE ADMISSION
Winter/Spring Programs at West Boynton and West Jupiter Recreation Centers
From Spring Break Camp, Family Cooking Class, Classical Fencing, Start Smart Soccer, Tiny Tot Tumbling and Martial Arts, sign up today for Winter/Spring programs at West Jupiter Recreation Center or West Boynton Recreation Center! Click here for information on West Boynton and click here for information on West Jupiter.
Volunteer at PBC parks
From one-time events and cleanups to long term positions at PBC parks facilities, find a volunteer opportunity that's right for you! We invite you to volunteer and make a difference in your life and the lives of others! Click here for general volunteer opportunities and click here for ongoing volunteer opportunities.