MARCH 2018
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
RECREATION PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Following is just a sampling of the many recreation programs and events taking place
at the City of Palm Beach Gardens:
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Sounds of the City Saturday, March 3 | 7-9pm
Veterans Plaza Amphitheater, 10500 N. Military Trail
Join us for outdoor live music featuring SOLID BRASS: A Tribute to Horn Bands. Enjoy the exhilarating sounds of an 8-piece band with horns playing classic rock & roll songs from the 1960’s-1980’s, made famous by Chicago, Blood, Sweat & Tears, The Doobie Brothers and many more. Limited seating is provided or bring your own. This is a complimentary event. Refreshments will be available for purchase by Cabo Flats. This evening is generously sponsored in part by FPL. More Information
Come out early and join us for a Meet & Greet with GardensArt artist, Henriett Anri Michel. View her solo oil & acrylic abstract painting exhibition entitled “Digesting My Memories” on display in City Hall Lobby. Doors open at 6pm.
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The Gardens GreenMarket
sponsored in good health by
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center Sundays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 | 8am - 1pm
City Hall Municipal Complex, 10500 N. Military Trail
Join us every Sunday from 8am-1pm at the Gardens GreenMarket and shop for fresh produce, flowers, handmade crafts, prepared foods and so much more! Now thru May 6th.
Music Schedule:
March 4: Tim Cook
March 11: The Noveaux Honkies
March 18: Jhazilla
March 25: Palm Beach Jazz Trio More Information |
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Gardens Indoor Yard SaleSaturday, March 10 | 7:30-11:30am
Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Road
Don’t miss this opportunity to shop from 50 yard sale vendors all in one location! And you don’t even have to worry about rain or heat because it’s all indoors with air conditioning! Snacks and drinks are available for purchase, as well. No early birds, please.
More Information
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Egg Extravaganza Saturday, March 24 | 9am
Gardens Park, 4301 Burns Road
The City invites kids ages 10 and under and their families to the annual Egg Extravaganza for an adventurous egg hunt starting promptly at 9am, followed by a visit from the Bunny. Stop by the Bunny Boo Boo Station with your stuffed animal and let us take care of his or her boo boo with felt band-aids and colorful wraps. More Information
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Palm Beach Gardens Adult Art Students
Group Exhibition & ReceptionFriday, March 16 | 5 - 6pm
Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Road
Award-winning artist Nancy Tilles teaches adults at Burns Road Recreation Center how to perfect their painting skills or how to paint for the first time in oils and acrylics. Their impressive pieces are on display in the Center's Auditorium from March 12 - 26, 2018. Please stop by for a reception on March 16th to meet these artists and view their work, and maybe even speak with the instructor to see what you could do with your artistic talents!
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GENERAL INFORMATIONFor a full, detailed listing of classes, programs and events, please visit our website at www.pbgrec.com. |
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Daylight Saving TimeDon’t forget that Daylight Saving Time begins at 2am on Sunday, March 11. This means we “Spring Forward” and lose an hour. Make sure you set those clocks one hour ahead of time before you go to bed so that you’re not late to The Gardens GreenMarket or wherever you may be going on Sunday morning!
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GFWC Palm Beach Gardens Woman's ClubWednesday, March 21 | 7pm
Lakeside Center, 10410 N. Military Trail For the March meeting, the GFWC Palm Beach Gardens Woman's Club will host Speaker Roxanne Jacobs from Grandma's House. Grandma's House provides shelter and loving care to children who have suffered abuse or neglect and have been removed from their homes. The Woman's Club will be presenting decorated pillow cases for the children in which to keep their own personal items. Come and hear more about Grandma's House. The program will begin at 7pm, followed by refreshments. For additional information Contact Doris Karlik, Membership Chairman at 622-4410. |
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Giggles n GroovinTry this class out for free on Tuesday, March 27 at 9:30am. Please register in advance so that Ms. Dez knows how many to prepare for in this high energy, interactive class for 2-5 year olds. Sign up for the next session which meets April 3 - May 22 for a rootin’ tootin’ good time! More Information |
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School’s Out DaysAges: K-8th grade - March 19-23 and March 26 | 7:30am – 6pm | Burns Rd Rec Center
Sign up by the day and keep active with games, activities, swimming, field trips, arts & crafts and more.
Stop Motion Animation Camp Ages: 6-12 | March 19-23 | 9am – 3pm | Burns Rd Rec Center
Young film makers will use their Lego Mini figures and our clay to create stop motion films, complete with voices, sound effects, special effects and titles.
School’s Out Sports CampsAges: K-8th grade | March 19-23 and March 26 | 7:30am-6pm | Burns Rd Rec Center
Your child will have a ball in these fun and instructional camps playing a variety of sports.
PBG Predators Soccer CampAges: 5-14 | March 19-23 | 7:30am-6pm | Gardens Park and Burns Rd Rec Center
This camp includes several aspects of technical development including, passing, dribbling and shooting, and will provide every player with positive coaching and a positive experience.
Youth Tennis Camps at PBG Tennis CenterLittle Pros - Ages: 4-6 | March 19-23 | 9-10:30am
Tennis & Fitness - Ages: 7-17 | March 19-23 | 9am-Noon
Our spring-break camps are a great way to enjoy staying fit and playing tennis!
Youth Golf Camps at Sandhill Crane Golf Club“March Madness” - Ages: 4-17 | March 19-23 and March 26 | 9am-2pm
Experience a week of golf skills development, life skill training, competitions, and prizes.
Jr. Elite Training Camp - Ages: 10-17 | March 19-23 | 8am-2pm
Juniors will receive daily, on-course training focusing on course management, mental toughness, shot making, as well as intense short game fundamentals.
College Prep Training Camp - Ages: 14-18 | March 19-23 | 8am-Noon
Experience a week of college golf preparation in our Elite Learning Center equipped with Trackman, Sam Puttlab, K-Vest, and Swing Catalyst technology. |
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Camp Gardens 2018
Summer Camp Open RegistrationRegistration for all Gardens summer camps begins at 8am on Thursday, March 8. A "Play-Away" payment plan is available. Look for the Camp Gardens newsletter online or coming soon in print with a full listing of summer camps for ages 4-17, including sports, aquatics, classic day camp, art/dance/theater, science and much more. More information
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New Sessions Starting SoonThe City of Palm Beach Gardens offers a wide variety of classes for adults, with new sessions starting in March and many classes that are just ongoing with drop-in fees. Choose from the following: Painting in Oil & Acrylics, Basic Jewelry Making, Ceramics for Teens & Adults, Pilates for Dancers, Tap Dance (all levels), Zumba, Barre, various types of Yoga classes, Boot Camp and Stroller Power classes, where you are welcome to bring your little one while you work out. Visit pbgrec.com/fitness for details.
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ADULT / SENIORS CLUBAdult/Seniors Club activities are held at
Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Road and/or
Lakeside Center, 10410 N. Military Trail
pbgrec.com/seniors 561.630.1120 or 561.630.1108 |
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Join the 55 and over PBG Adult/Seniors Club for only $25 per year for residents/$50 per year non-residents. Membership includes weekly activities and some special events. |
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Trip to Mounts Botanical GardensWednesday, March 21 | 10am-1pm
(bus leaves at 9:30am)
Take a trip with the Adult/Seniors Club to Mounts Botanical Gardens in West Palm Beach, where we will tour the gardens and view the “Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea” exhibit, featuring giant sea creatures made of ocean debris. We will round out the trip with a good, old-fashioned picnic. $20 fee includes bus transportation and admission fee. Pre-register at the Burns Road Recreation Center front desk.
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Jamie’s Angels Tennis for Players with Special NeedsSaturday, March 10, 1-2pm. Players and volunteers, please call 561-775-8277 to register.
There is no charge to participate in this awesome program.
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Fiesta Friday Mixed SocialFriday, March 23, 6:30-9pm - Two hours of fun, change-partner mixed doubles are followed by Mexican specialties, sponsored by Lime Fresh Mexican Grill. Call (561) 775-8277. Please be dependable to come once entered.
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UPCOMING TOURNAMENTSAdult 1-Day Mixed Doubles and Lunch,City Championships Saturday, March 10, 10:30am-2:30pm – It’s back! Our most popular format will be contested for the “City Championships”. Once again, we’ll play three rounds of 8-game, pro-set play in ability-based groups, followed by lunch. Our last one sold out and we expect this one will, too. Enroll online or call (561) 775-8277.
Junior 1-Day Singles
Saturday, March 17, 11:30am-3pm – For players ages 8-17 starting in tournament tennis up to "beginning to be ranked". Enroll online or call (561) 775-8277. Activity #122101-3.
USTA-Sanctioned “Welcome” Level 6 Boys & Girls 14-12-Under Singles with Consolation and BG10 “Green-Dot” Singles Round-Robin Tournament
Sat-Sun, March 24-25 – For players with intermediate to advanced skills. Enroll online.
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Splash Zone Grand Reopening
Start Spring Break with a SPLASH!!Saturday, March 17 | 11am-5pm
The newly renovated Splash Zone at PBG Aquatic Complex is reopening! We’re so excited to have kids of all ages and their families come and try out the new features. Join us for lots of fun in the sun with music, games, contests, slides, rock wall and more! Refreshments will be available for purchase or bring your own (no alcohol or glass bottles, please). Admission fees apply. Click here for more information.
Spring Pool Hours BeginSaturday, March 17 - 11am-5pm
Beginning on March 17th, the play pool and Splash Zone will be open every Saturday from 11am-5pm (competition pool 8am-5pm). Come enjoy all the new and exciting amenities. Special Spring Break hours are Monday - Friday, March 19-23 from 12-4pm. Click here for the full Spring schedule.
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Learn To Swim - Lessons Starting SoonIt’s never too late to learn how to swim! The Learn to Swim program at the Aquatic Complex will kick off Spring Swim Lessons on March 26. Registration opens March 5 at 8 am. Our certified instructors teach group lessons and private swim lessons for infants, children, teens and adults. The goal of these American Red Cross swim lessons is to provide knowledge and teach the skills to improve overall swimming and to maximize safety and enjoyment in the water. Please check our website for more details or call Katie Waskiewicz at 630-1126.
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RIVERSIDE YOUTH ENRICHMENT CENTER10170 Riverside Drive, PBG 33410
pbgrec.com/ryec 561.630.1130
License # 50-51-03149 |
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National Tell A Fairy Tale DayMonday, February 26th was “National Tell A Fairy Tale Day” and Little Red Riding Hood paid a visit to Riverside Youth Enrichment Center! Children enjoyed the story of “Little Red Gliding Hood” just in time to wrap up the Winter Olympics and “Interstellar Cinderella” for a galactic twist on an old favorite. |
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Children’s Art Exhibit and Silent AuctionDon’t miss our 4th Annual Children’s Art Exhibit and Silent Auction on Friday, March 2, from 5:30-7:30pm at Burns Road Recreation Center Auditorium. This has become a tradition for Riverside Youth Enrichment Center, so come join the fun, view some adorable art work and bid on some awesome auction items! Proceeds benefit Riverside Youth Enrichment Center programs.
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