Police and Fire Honor Guards present the colors

Following is just a sampling of the many recreation programs and events taking place
at the City of Palm Beach Gardens:

UPCOMING EVENTS

Baked goods in baskets at The Gardens GreenMarket

THE GARDENS GREENMARKET SPONSORED IN GOOD HEALTH BY PALM BEACH GARDENS MEDICAL CENTER

Sundays, November 4, 11, 18, 25  |  8am-1pm
City Hall Municipal Complex
10500 N. Military Trail, PBG 33410

Join us every Sunday from 8am-1pm at The Gardens GreenMarket and shop for fresh produce, flowers, handmade crafts, prepared food items and so much more! Enjoy live music from the following entertainers:
  • November 4  - Jahzilla 
  • November 11  -  Matt Brown, featuring Young Singers of the Palm Beaches 
  • November 18  -  Victoria Leigh 
  • November 25  -  Franklin Sings
A man with two young children holding American flags

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY AND CONCERT 

Saturday, November 10 | 9am
Veterans Plaza Amphitheater at City Hall,
10500 N. Military Trail

Join the City of Palm Beach Gardens for a special ceremony and concert to honor those who have served and those who are currently serving in the armed forces. The event features Florida National Guard’s 13th Army Band, “the best kept secret in the National Guard.” Sponsored in part by Florida Power & Light. More Information
A Veterans Day banner hanging from a post

GREENMARKET VETERANS DAY CEREMONY

Sunday, November 11  I  11am
Eric Jablin GreenMarket Pavilion, 10500 N. Military Trail


We hope you will take a break from your GreenMarket shopping and join us at the pavilion for a short ceremony to honor our Veterans, featuring a musical performance by Young Singers of the Palm Beaches. More Information

An outdoor Christmas tree with bows and ornaments

ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING 

Friday, November 30  I  6-8pm 
Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Rd


Start the holidays off with the traditional tree lighting and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. While you’re celebrating, stop in at the 35th Annual Holiday Bazaar and let us help you find one of a kind gifts and goodies for your holiday season! More Information on the Tree Lighting

Shoppers and vendors at the Holiday Bazaar

35TH ANNUAL GARDENS HOLIDAY BAZAAR

Friday, November 30 |  11am-8pm
Saturday, December 1 |  9am-4pm
Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Rd

Shop local for all your holiday gifts and décor from over 100 vendors providing unique crafts and gifts! (Also, last call for vendors!)  More information on the Holiday Bazaar

"Seeking" - Acrylic and ink on canvas by Lynne Solomon

GARDENSART PRESENTS “CONNECTIONS”

Multi-media Technique Paintings by Lynne Solomon
November 19, 2018 - January 3, 2019
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
City Hall Lobby, 10500 N. Military Trail

This new exhibition of abstract art moves into the unexpected and the unconventional. Solomon combines various mediums with dramatic color and light, and vigorous strokes that create animated organic forms. More Information on GardensArt Exhibitions

A variety of "healthy" words listed in different directions to make a logo

SEEKING HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR VENDORS

Calling all health and wellness vendors!  The City of Palm Beach Gardens is hosting a Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, February 23 at Burns Road Recreation Center from 9am-3pm. Showcase your specialty to people looking to improve their lifestyles. Vendor applications for this event are available until January 11, 2019.  Each vendor receives one 10’ X 10’ space and your company logo or business name on our city website with a link to your website. Click here for more information on the Health & Wellness Fair or an application.

GENERAL INFORMATION

For a full, detailed listing of classes, programs and events, please visit our website at www.pbgrec.com.  

A chalkboard surrounded squash with the words "Happy Thanksgiving" written on it in chalk.

GET READY TO “FALL BACK”

Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 4. Make sure you turn those clocks back one hour before you go to bed on Saturday night, November 3, and enjoy that extra hour of sleep!


FACILITIES CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING

All supervised Leisure Services facilities, including Burns Road Recreation Center, Aquatic Complex, Tennis Center, Lakeside Center, Riverside Youth Enrichment Center and the Skate Park, will be closed on Thursday, November 22. We hope you have a very Happy Thanksgiving!

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UPCOMING SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

The City of Palm Beach Gardens provides unique sponsorship and marketing opportunities tailored to your business needs. In return for your contribution, your business will become an integral part of bringing arts, entertainment, wellness, athletics, programs and events to our community.  At the same time, we will provide you with the opportunity to reach your marketing, advertising and public relations goals. Following are a few of our upcoming opportunities:
  • Adult/Seniors Club Programs – Ongoing
  • Annual Tree Lighting - Friday, November 30, 2018 
  • The Gardens GreenMarket - Every Sunday through May 5, 2019 
Please contact Louise Jordan at (561)630-1147, ljordan@pbgfl.com for more information.  Visit our website to view a list of current sponsors.

GFWC PALM BEACH GARDENS WOMAN'S CLUB

Wednesday, November 14  |  7pm
Lakeside Center, 10410 N. Military Trail

The GFWC Palm Beach Gardens Woman's Club will be hosting a delicious International Dinner on the 14th of November. The dinner will begin at 7pm, followed by a program on a "Wedding of Two Cultures". Come and join this fun and interesting evening. For additional information call the Membership Chairman, Robin Murphy at 561-762-1841

YOUTH CLASSES & PROGRAMS

A toddler sitting in a turkey costume

WOBBLE GOBBLE PARTY

Friday, November 16  |  10-11:30am
Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Road

Toddlers ages 0-4 will have a great time at this mini special event learning about the meaning of Thanksgiving with crafts, interactive play, games, a story and snacks.  Resident/Non-Resident Fee: $10/$13 (parent is free).  Space is limited so don’t delay! Register in advance online or at one of our service desks. For more information, please contact Louise Jordan at (561)630-1147 or ljordan@pbgfl.com.

NOVEMBER SCHOOL’S OUT CAMP

There are several days off school this month, but we’ve got you covered for care and lots of fun activities on Nov. 6 and Nov. 19-21. We will fill quickly, so register your school-aged child now! School's Out Web Page

ADULT CLASSES & PROGRAMS

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The Studios at Palm Beach Gardens announces a brand-new adult art program:

DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS WITH
CRAIG MCINNIS

Learn the basic elements of effective drawing including line, shape, form, texture, value and space in a fun and interesting way. More advanced techniques and skills such as anatomy, portraiture and perspective will also be explored. Classes will be held Mondays, November 5-December 10 from 10am-Noon at Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Road. Resident/Non-resident fees for the 6-week class are $180/$225. Supply list is available at registration but don’t delay; pre-registration is required, either online or in person.

FREE TAI CHI CLASSES

Reset your mind, body, and spirit with free Tai Chi classes on Sunday Mornings from 8-9am at Veterans Plaza Amphitheater outside City Hall, 10500 N. Military Trail. Tai Chi is a great way to improve balance, heart health, and ease stress.  Classes run every Sunday morning until May.  No need to sign up; just show up and enjoy. Thanks to Palm Beach Heartstrong for providing these classes!


ADULT / SENIORS CLUB

Adult/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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SENIOR THANKSGIVING POTLUCK
OPEN HOUSE

Friday, November 16  |  1-5pm
Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Rd.

The City will provide the ham and turkey, so adults ages 55+ are invited to join us by signing up at the front desk no later than Wednesday, November 14 and then bring your favorite savory or sweet dish to serve 8 people. We will have a variety of board games that you always wanted to play or wanted to learn!

TENNIS CENTER

5110 117th Court North, PBG 33418
pbgrec.com/tennis     561.775.8277

The United States Tennis Association logo

CONGRATULATIONS!

The City of Palm Beach Gardens has been awarded the USTA Florida Member Organization of the Year Award! This award is given to organizations that exemplify service to the community, its members through adult and junior programs, and service to the game of tennis. This service has been developed through our comprehensive and inclusive programming, where we currently offer or have offered an array of opportunities to tennis players of all abilities and ages. The award will be presented during the 69th Annual Meeting & Tennis Celebration Weekend at the Orlando Airport Marriott Hotel in Orlando, Florida, on Sunday, November 18, 2018. 

JAMIE’S ANGELS

Saturday, November 17 at 1pm 
Fun & Therapeutic Tennis for children and adults with special needs at no cost to the participants! Thank you to the Frank family, as a memorial to their daughter Jamie Alexa, for underwriting this worthwhile program. More Information on Special Needs Tennis


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NEW PROGRAMS AT THE TENNIS CENTER:

  • High Intensity Tennis Training (H.I.T.T.) - Boot Camp meets the tennis court. Enjoy this high intensity workout on Wednesdays at 6pm and Sundays at 10am.
  • Friday Night Happy Hour Hitting Frenzy – Fridays at 6pm
  • Monthly Mixed Double Social Pot Luck – Friday, November 30 at 6:30pm

AQUATIC COMPLEX

4404 Burns Road, PBG 33410
pbgrec.com/aquatics     561.630.1100

A cartoon turkey wearing a swim mask and snorkel

THANKSGIVING AQUATICS CAMP

Ages 6-11  |  November 19-21  |  10am – 4pm
The kids are out of school the days before Thanksgiving but we can help you keep them entertained at the Aquatic Complex! This 3-day swim camp includes fun water activities, crafts, stroke instruction and more. Don’t worry about the time of year – the pool is heated! Campers must bring a lunch and have the ability to swim 25 yards continuously. Residents $106/Non-Residents $133. Register online or in person at Burns Road Recreation Center.

RIVERSIDE YOUTH ENRICHMENT CENTER

10170 Riverside Drive, PBG 33410
pbgrec.com/ryec     561.630.1130

License # 50-51-03149
Mayor Maria Marino reading to young children at Riverside Youth Enrichment Center

JUMPSTART’S READ FOR THE RECORD®

On Thursday, October 25th, Riverside Youth Enrichment Center participated in “Jumpstart’s Read for the Record 2018”, a national event to kick-off the annual campaign to raise awareness of the early literacy crisis. The City’s Mayor, Council, City Manager, Police and Fire Chiefs, Deputy City Manager and Leisure Service Deputy Administrator read this year’s book, Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isbell Campoy & Theresa Howell, to over 100 children. This year’s book was also available in Spanish, which the City’s Deputy Leisure Services Administrator read to the VPK kids. We are preparing our students to love reading!

Contact Us


City of Palm Beach Gardens
Leisure Services Department
4404 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410


www.pbgrec.com      recinfo@pbgfl.com      561-630-1100

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