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Following is just a sampling of the many programs and events taking place at the City of Palm Beach Gardens Recreation Department: |
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SANTA’S MAILBOX December 2 – 18
Burns Road Community Center, 4404 Burns Road
Drop off your letters to Santa in our special holiday mailbox inside the Burns Road Community Center and then watch for a reply! Note: to receive a letter back from Santa, please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your child’s name on it or include an email address. |
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TREE LIGHTING FESTIVAL Friday, December 6 | 6-8pm Burns Road Community Center Kick off the holiday season at the annual Tree Lighting Festival. This free, family-oriented event is filled with music by DJ Jammin’ Jim, holiday crafts in the Reindeer Barn, letters to Santa in Santa’s Mailroom and the Winter Wonderland 4-and-Under Tot area. There will be food available for purchase and photo opportunities with Santa, Mrs. Claus and Elf on the Shelf!
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36TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR Friday, December 6 | 11am-8pm Saturday, December 7 | 9am-4pm Burns Road Community Center, 4404 Burns Rd. The 36th Annual Gardens Holiday Bazaar is almost here! Put on your comfy shopping shoes and bring your holiday gift list as you browse over 100 vendor booths.
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GARDENSART RECEPTION Ocean as Canvas ll:
Reception, Auction and Mermaid RevealSunday, December 8 | 4-5:30pm Sandhill Crane Golf Clubhouse, 11401 Northlake Blvd
Please join us for an art reception to showcase the works of local artist, Carly Mejeur. Mejeur paints sea life in watercolor on nautical charts and hopes her artwork will bring more awareness to the marine conservation effort of South Florida. Light refreshments will be offered. Stay for dinner at The Dancing Crane and enjoy the perfect ambiance of the city’s beautiful golf course and its surroundings. Exhibition closes January 7, 2020. More Information on GardensArt Exhibitions |
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THE GARDENS GREENMARKET
sponsored in good health by
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
Sundays, December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | 8am-1pm
City Hall Municipal Campus, 10500 N. Military Trail
In addition to over 150 vendors selling fresh produce, plants, seafood, bakery items, crafts, prepared food & drink items and much more, there is great musical entertainment and fun highlights every Sunday. Each Sunday in December, we will be accepting non-perishable food donations for the Palm Beach County Food Bank for families in need. No donation is too small! December’s entertainment lineup is as follows: |
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DATE MUSIC / HIGHLIGHTDec 1 – Matt Brown / Watercolor Painting Demo
Dec 8 – Victoria Leigh / Hands-Only CPR Training
Dec 15 – Double Vision / Artist Hugh O’Neill Showcase
Dec 22 – Jim Adle Jazz Quartet / Potter’s Wheel Demo
Dec 29 – Tim Cook / Last Day for Food Donations
More Information on The Gardens GreenMarket |
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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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RECREATION GIFT CARDS Give the gift of fun! Recreation Gift Cards may be purchased at the Burns Road Community Center and used for class fees, admission fees, rentals and even snacks at the Snack Shack. It’s a great gift or stocking stuffer for the holidays!.
SPECIAL RECREATION HOLIDAY HOURS
All supervised Recreation facilities including Burns Road Community Center, Aquatic Complex, Tennis & Pickleball Center, Lakeside Center, Riverside Youth Enrichment Center and the Lakeside Center will be closed on Wednesday, December 25. Have a safe and happy holiday season!
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CLASS REGISTRATION Starting Thursday, December 12th, register online or in person for new Winter/Spring classes and programs starting in January or later. Most classes have a minimum number of students that they need in order to run. Sign up in advance so they don’t get canceled due to low enrollment! Visit our website for information on Recreation programs or pick up a brochure at any Recreation facility. |
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WE INVITE YOUR BUSINESS TO BECOME A PART OF OUR EVENTS!To get more information on how you can market your business and support your community through sponsorships, please contact Louise Jordan at ljordan@pbgfl.com or 561.630.1147. Upcoming opportunities include the Palm Beach Gardens GreenMarket; Pre-K Events; Daddy Daughter Date Night; Health, Wellness and Resource Fair and more! Sponsors and Partners
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FROSTY & FRIENDS FOR AGES 0-4Friday, December 13 | 9:30-10:30am
Burns Road Community Center, 4404 Burns Road
Frosty is ready to party with YOU! Come ready to play interactive games, create snowman crafts, sing songs and have lots of FUN! Refreshments are provided. Register in advance online or at one of our service desks. Resident/Non-Resident fee: $12/$15 (no charge for adults).
More Information on Pre-K Programs
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GARDENS GIVES BACK COMMUNITY SERVICE EXPERIENCE
HOLIDAY PROGRAMAge: 14-16 (Court ordered community service is not eligible for this program.)
M/Tu/Th/Fr, December 30, 31, January 2, 3
7:30am-6pm (please arrive by 8:15am each morning) The holiday season is the perfect time to give back to others in need. This valuable experience is one that you will not soon forget as we learn how to work together as a team using communication and leadership skills while helping the community. Up to 24 hours of community service may be earned. Participants meet at Burns Road Community Center and then travel to local non-profit organizations. Space is limited, so don’t delay! Register online or in person. For more information, please contact Louise Jordan at 561.630.1147 or ljordan@pbgfl.com. |
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HOLIDAY SCHOOL’S OUT CAMPS
The holidays are upon us and the kids will be out for break soon. We have lots of fun camp activities planned for your child on December 23, 26-27, 30-31, January 2-3, & 6. We will fill quickly, so register now. More Information on School's Out Camps |
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NEW! KABLOOMThis 1-day workshop on Monday, December 9 from 11am-Noon at Burns Road Community Center is a fun, stimulating art program to do with a group of friends and to make new ones! Put your creative juices to work to design one-of-a-kind, seasonal centerpieces, wall art, party decorations and more using paper as your medium. Supplies are included. Pre-registration is required and may be done online or in person at the community center. Resident/Non-resident fee: $10/$13.
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ADULT / SENIORS CLUBActivities are held at
Burns Road Community Center, 4404 Burns Road and/or
Lakeside Center, 10410 N. Military Trail
pbgrec.com/seniors 561.630.1120 or 561.630.1147
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ANNUAL HOLIDAY SENIOR LUNCHEONWednesday, December 11 | 11am-5pm
Burns Road Community Center, 4404 Burns Road
“Mingle & Jingle” at our festive annual Holiday Senior Luncheon. Card and board games will top off the afternoon from 1-5pm. Space is limited so register early. Deadline for pre-registration is December 2. Lakeside Club Member/Non-Member Fee: $10/$20. Information on Senior Programs. |
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TENNIS & PICKLEBALL CENTER5110 117th Court North, PBG 33418
pbgrec.com/tennis 561.630.1180
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NEW PICKLEBALL PROGRAM HAS ARRIVED!- Ninety players competed in 5 ability divisions of Mixed Doubles.
- The Bahamas Hurricane Relief benefited to the tune of $2,370, as all proceeds went directly to the “Crisis” fund of City partner, Christ Fellowship.
- Departing players were unanimous in saying they really enjoyed themselves.
Congratulations to Tournament Director and Gardens Pickleball Head Pro, Huy Nguyen, on his very successful first tournament, and thanks to the many who played or contributed cash or in-kind items.
To join us or to get started in Pickleball, please call 561.630.1180 or drop by the “North Trailer” temporary reception desk.
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“SWEET TREATS” ADULT MIXED DOUBLES AND LUNCHSaturday, December 14, 10:30am-2:30pmTennis, Food and Sociability; always a great combination! Join us once again for friendly but competitive paired mixed doubles; three rounds of 8-Game Pro-set Paired Mixed Doubles followed by a festive lunch! Suggestion: bring some favorite treats to swap and share!! Register online or, if you have a City account, call 561.630.1180. You are also welcome to register in person. Activity #332101-4D. |
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LITTLE MO INTERNATIONALSFriday-Wednesday, December 6-11 Come watch! Or play! The Maureen Conley Brinker Foundation conducts the world’s premier youth international tournament series at several Gardens venues, including PGA National and the city of Palm Beach Gardens Tennis & Pickleball Center.
More Information on Little Mo Internationals |
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NOW HIRING!We are seeking Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors to join our Team! Even though summer is over, we still have many aquatics programs happening throughout the year and we need positive, friendly lifeguards to keep those swimmers safe! The City offers competitive pay rates and a flexible schedule with morning, daytime, evening and weekend hours available. Applicants must be 16 or older to apply. Application Information |
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ADULT AQUA FITNESS PROGRAMSLooking for a workout that can improve your overall strength and fitness while reducing the pressure on your joints? If so, then our selection of Aqua Fitness programs is right for you! Enjoy an invigorating, low impact workout with our Water Aerobics class, a gentle and relaxing Aqua Yoga class, or a music- and rhythm-filled Aqua Zumba class. Improve your overall fitness with these exciting classes! The pool is temperature-regulated and all equipment needed for the classes is included for only $4 for residents and $5 for non-residents per class. Please check out our website for a schedule and more details |
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