April 2019
What's Happening in PBC Parks:
Junior Lifeguard Program- Aqua Crest Pool, Lake Lytal Family Aquatic Center and North County Aquatic Complex
Registration for the junior lifeguard program is now open for both Aqua Crest Pool, Delray Beach & Lake Lytal Family Aquatic Center, West Palm Beach and registration opens April 2 for North County Aquatic Complex, Jupiter. This program provides those the opportunity to participate in a class that prepares them to become a professional lifeguard. Ages 9-14; $75/participant.
Food Truck Invasion- Sunset Cove Amphitheater
Enjoy a great selection of food trucks during Food Truck Invasion  Wed, April 3 & 17, 5 p.m.  at Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton.   FREE ADMISSION
Hatsume Fair- Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Celebrate the first bud of spring at Morikami's largest annual event, Hatsume Fair, which transforms Morikami Park, Delray Beach into a unique Japanese spring festival Sat & Sun, April 6 & 7, 10 a.m. One-day and two-day tickets are available. Purchase in advance or on day of event.
Walk for Life & 5K Run- John Prince Park
Register today for the Walk for Life & 5K Run Sat, April 6  at John Prince Park, Lake Worth. This event supports the life-saving ministry of First Care Women's Clinic. 5K run is at 7:30 a.m. ; the walk is at 9 a.m.
April Pool's Day- Lake Lytal Family Aquatic Center
Enjoy water safety activities, demos, vendors and go for a swim Sat, April 6, 10 a.m. at Lake Lytal Family Aquatic Center, West Palm Beach. Vendors include PBC Ocean Rescue, PBC Fire Rescue, PBC Drowning Prevention Coalition and more. FREE ADMISSION
Walk Green 2019- Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park
Register today for Walk Green 2019 Sun, April 7, 9 a.m. at Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. BAPS Charities Walk Green 2019 is an event to raise funds for The Nature Conservancy and other BAPS Charities activities.
Solo Art Show: Danielle Consoni- Arts4All Florida-Palm Beach County
Attend the opening reception of My Art at Home , an art exhibition by Danielle Consoni Fri, April 12, 7 p.m. at the CMAA Therapeutic Recreation Complex, Lake Worth. Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments. Exhibition dates are April 12-24, 2019 . FREE ADMISSION
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Yoga for Community Healing- Canyon Amphitheater
Enjoy a healing and refreshing yoga class and make the pledge to proactively promote peace within our community Sat, April 13 & 27, 10 a.m. at Canyon Amphitheater in Canyon District Park, Boynton Beach. FREE ADMISSION
Earth Day Celebration- Okeeheelee Nature Center
Celebrate Earth Day at this family fun event featuring educational presentations, hands-on science activities, a rehabilitated animal release and much more Sat, April 13, 10 a.m. at Okeeheelee Nature Center in Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach. FREE ADMISSION
Carlin Park After Dark: Petty Hearts- Seabreeze Amphitheater
Carlin Park After Dark, a tribute band concert series, continues  Sat, April 13, 7 p.m.  at Seabreeze Amphitheater in Carlin Park, Jupiter. Dance away to Petty Hearts, a "Tom Petty" tribute band.  FREE ADMISSION
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Calypso Bay and Coconut Cove Waterparks are now open!
Make a splash at Calypso Bay Waterpark in Seminole Palms Park, Royal Palm Beach and at Coconut Cove Waterpark in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton!

Click here to view hours, admission fees, birthday party packages and more for both waterparks.
Free Adult Learn-to-Swim Lessons
Join certified Adult Learn-to-Swim instructors for free swimming classes at North County Aquatic Complex in Jupiter and Aqua Crest Pool in Delray Beach. This program is for adults with limited to no swimming experience or those who have a fear of water and wish to learn the basics of swimming.

Click here for session dates & times and registration instructions.
Cure SMA Walk-n-Roll- Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park
Register today for the Cure SMA Walk-n-Roll Sat, April 13, 9 a.m. at Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. The Walk-n-Roll is filled with fun activities and entertainment and celebrates the strength of the SMA community.
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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, April 13, 5 p.m.  at Jim Brandon Equestrian Center in Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach.  FREE  to spectators.
Sawmill Saturday- Riverbend Park
Stop by the sawmill at the recreated farmstead at Riverbend Park, Jupiter Sat, April 13, 9 a.m. and visit with the sawyers as they cut and plane logs into boards. Experience "turn of the century" cutting edge technology. All ages, no RSVP required. FREE ADMISSION
Walk the Talk for Epilepsy- John Prince Park
Register today for the Walk the Talk for Epilepsy Sun, April 14, 9 a.m. at John Prince Park, Lake Worth. The Epilepsy Foundation of Florida organizes a series of fundraising walks directly benefiting those living with this disorder.
Big Bounce America- John Prince Park
Bounce around with family and friends in the world's biggest bounce house and much more  Fri-Sun, April 19-21,  at John Prince Park, Lake Worth. Prices and times vary based on age.
Pee Wee Lewis & the Hues- Canyon Amphitheater
Legends on the Lawn presents: Pee Wee Lewis & the Hues Band  Sat, April 20, 7 p.m.  at Canyon Amphitheater in Canyon District Park, Boynton Beach. Pee Wee Lewis & the Hues is a rock/pop music band.  FREE ADMISSION
Food Trucks in the Park- Juno Beach Park
Enjoy a great selection of food trucks while listening to live music during Food Trucks in the Park, presented by ChowDown Food Trucks  Wed, April 24, 5 p.m.  at Juno Beach Park, Juno Beach.  FREE ADMISSION
Earth Day Celebration- Daggerwing Nature Center
Celebrate Earth Day at this family fun event featuring animal encounters, crafts, environmental science demonstrations, a butterfly plant sale, ladybug release and much more Sat, April 27, 10 a.m. at Daggerwing Nature Center in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. FREE ADMISSION
Spartan Race- Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park
Register today for the Spartan Race Sat & Sun, April 27 & 28, 7 a.m. at Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. Take on 20 obstacles over a 3+ mile run.
Story Time with Nature- Green Cay Nature Center
Kids will discover nature through crafts and stories about animals and other nature-related themes Sat, April 27, 10 a.m. at Green Cay Nature Center, Boynton Beach. Ages 4-10; $2/child. RSVP required.
Gleneagles Country Club Aquatic Center opens April 1 for
the 2019 season!
Our therapeutic recreation services section offers a variety of aquatic programs and activities for those with varying abilities at the Gleneagles Country Club Aquatic Center in Lake Worth.

Click here to view the aquatic center hours, fees, programs & activities.
New "What's that Plant?" Episode
Check out our latest episode of "What's that Plant?" to learn about pond apple and find out where you can spot it at PBC parks!

Click here to view the Pond Apple episode.

Click here to view the other episodes of "What's that Plant?"