July 2021
For select programs and events, a signed waiver form may be required from participants. Programs and events are subject to change. Please check pbcparks.com for updates.

Check out our online calendar of events for even more programs and activities!
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July is Park and Recreation Month!
We're celebrating Park and Recreation month with the National Recreation and Park Association! This year, the theme is "Our Park and Recreation Story," check out how you can celebrate with us and share your #pbcparks story!
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South County Civic Center
South County Civic Center has returned to its regular operations. Learn more about this facility (adjacent to Governor Lawton Chiles Memorial Park) and reservation information.
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Governor Lawton Chiles Memorial Park
Governor Lawton Chiles Memorial Park has fully re-opened to the public! Reserve the pavilion or enjoy the bocce courts, picnic area and more!
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Special Events- PBC Parks
Check out upcoming special events happening this month at select parks! RSVP required.
Swim Lessons- PBC Aquatic Facilities
Swim lessons are available this summer at select aquatic facilities! RSVP required.
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Adapted Sports Open Gym- CMAA Therapeutic Recreation Complex
The CMAA Therapeutic Recreation Complex is now open for Adapted Sports Open Gym. RSVP is required, please contact the recreation complex at 561-966-7020 to schedule an available time.
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Yoga with Lauren- Okeeheelee Park, Dyer Park, Haverhill Park, Ocean Reef Park
All levels are welcome for FREE outdoor yoga classes Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. and
Sundays, 9:30 a.m. at select parks. RSVP required.
Body Flexibility- John Prince Park, Lake Lytal Park
Workouts will focus on stretching and strengthening muscles to improve flexibility, coordination and stability. Classes are Mondays,
8:30 a.m. and Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. at select parks. RSVP required. FREE ADMISSION
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Functional Fitness- Carlin Park, Morikami Park
A physical activity program focused on balance, flexibility and strength training. Classes are Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, 8:30 a.m. at select parks. RSVP required. FREE ADMISSION
Gentle Yoga- John Prince Park, Lake Lytal Park
All levels are welcome for FREE outdoor yoga classes Mondays, 9:30 a.m. and
Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. at select parks. RSVP required.
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Boot Camp- Glades Pioneer Park
A physical activity program that includes a large variety of upper body, leg strength and cardio exercises Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. on Orange Bowl Field at Glades Pioneer Park, Belle Glade. FREE ADMISSION
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Story Time with Nature- Green Cay Nature Center
Kids will discover nature through crafts and stories about animals and other nature-related themes Sat, July 3, 10:00 a.m. at Green Cay Nature Center and Wetlands, Boynton Beach. Suggested ages 4-10 years, $2/participant. RSVP required.
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4th of July Drive-in Fireworks Display- Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park
The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department and The West Boca Community Council are hosting a 4th of July Drive-in Fireworks Display
Sun, July 4. The firework display will begin at 9:00 p.m.
FREE ADMISSION
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Bridge to the Cosmos: Big Bang (the Painting and the Theory) Explained- Speaker Series- Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens presents a live virtual lecture with Dr. Ata Sarajedini, Astrophysicist from Florida Atlantic University, in conjunction with their latest exhibition Painting Enlightenment: Experiencing Wisdom and Compassion through Art and Science Wed, July 7, 1:00 p.m. in the Morikami Theater, Delray Beach. FREE with paid museum admission.
Shakespeare by the Sea- Seabreeze Amphitheater
The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival and the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department presents Shakespeare by the Sea XXXI with a live production of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream Thurs-Sun, July 8-11 & 15-18, 8:00 p.m. at Seabreeze Amphitheater in Carlin Park, Jupiter. FREE ADMISSION
Dip Netting- Daggerwing Nature Center
Find out what creatures naturally live in the water of our wetlands Sat, July 17, 10:30 a.m. at Daggerwing Nature Center in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, west of Boca Raton. Ages 8+, $10/participant. RSVP required.
Night Hike- Riverbend Park
Join a naturalist on a walk and observe the change from diurnal to nocturnal in the park Fri, July 23, 7:00 p.m. at Riverbend Park, Jupiter. Ages 8+, $5/participant. RSVP required.
Florida's Keystone Species- Okeeheelee Nature Center
Learn all about the importance of keystone species and how they benefit other native animals in their communities Sat, July 31, 1:00 p.m. at Okeeheelee Nature Center in Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach. Families/all ages, $3/participant. RSVP required.
PBC Parks TV - YouTube
From our educational video series What's that Plant and Animal Encounters, our travel series Destination Recreation to our podcast Power of Parks, check out all of our great videos on PBC Parks TV!

Click here​ to start watching!