Mother's Day Weekend in West Boca

lagb'omerCelebrate at the Lag B’Omer commUNITY Celebration on May 7th at Mizner Park Amphitheater. There will be rides, music and BBQ. The fun starts at 4:30 p.m.
damesatseaSet Sail on May 7th at The Wick Theatre. Dames at Sea will be playing from May 7th through May 31st. Tickets are $58/62 each.
Dial M for Murder on May 8th at The Willow Theatre. The Curtain Call Playhouse  production will run through May 17th. Tickets are $23, $14 for preview show May 8th at 8 p.m. and May 9th at 2 p.m. The show is rated PG-13.
daggerwingLearn about Miniature Predators on May 9th at the Daggerwing Nature Center. This naturalist program, for all ages, starts at 1 p.m. Learn about the world’s deadliest creatures that can fit in the palm of your hand. $3 per participant. Call 561-629-8760 for reservations.
Happy-mothers-day-5Celebrate Mothers on May 9th at the Library. Take part in My Mother is Mine, a special storytime for ages 3-8, at the Glades Road Library at 3 p.m. Or go to the West Boca Library for their special storytime in honor of mothers at 10:30 a.m. (ages 3 and up). Or take your kid to the library at 2:30 p.m. for Mother/Child Craft-n-Snack, grades 3-6. Preregister for all programs.
hoperelayforlifeJoin the Relay for Life Fundraiser on May 9th at Mizner Park Amphitheater. The Relay is from 4 to 11 p.m. There will be free musical performances by Mr. Bobby Kas, Raine and The Southern Rock Society Band. The Relay raises funds for The American Cancer Society.
waterpark_1Have a Splashing Good Time at the Coconut Cove Waterpark now open on Weekends. The Waterpark is located in the South County Regional Park. May hours are Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The water playground only is open on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Daily admission is $10.60 for those 12 and older, $8.60 for children 3 to 11 and $3.60 for toddlers. Season passes and lower rates after 3 p.m. and on Family Fun Fridays in May.

Tuesday at the Library

chessThe Glades Road Library is having 3 events on Tuesday, May 5th. Hooked on Crochet is at 2 p.m. Adults interested in learning how to crochet should bring a crochet hook and some yarn. The program lasts 90 minutes
The Chess Club for ages 6-12 meets at 4 p.m. Practice your skills or learn how to play. The Club meets for 45 minutes.
The Teen Book Club will be discussing “Looking for Alaska” by John Green. Hang out with your friends and grab a snack. The fun starts at 6 p.m. for teens ages 14-18.
The Glades Road Library is located at 20701 95th Avenue South in Boca Raton. Please preregister for all programs by calling 482-4554.
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The Weekend in West Boca

dryvinsouthbandDance to some High Energy Rock and Roll at Delray Marketplace on April 30th. The free concert by Dryvin’ South Band starts at 6 pm.
Enjoy a Free screening of Splash (PG) starring Tom Hanks at the West Boca Library on April 30th. The movie starts at 1 p.m.
beautynightmuseumLearn the latest beauty trends on April 30th at the Boca Museum of Art. Beauty Night, sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue, runs from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. Free with admission.
 
lynncelebrationExperience a Celebration of the Arts on May 1st at Lynn University. There will be an outdoor festival at 5:30 p.m. featuring live music and street performers. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. The headline production will feature musical theatre, dance and more by Lynn faculty, students and staff and will start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15.
Go to the West Boca Library on May 2nd. Toddler Time is 10:30 a.m. Teens in grades 6-12 can decorate wooden boxes for Mother’s Day.
boca-museumVisit on May 2nd the Boca Raton Museum of Art The Art-E-Ology program is for kids in grades 3 to 5 and runs from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Call 561-392-2500 x106 for a reservation.
hoperelayforlifeWalk in the West Boca Relay for Life on May 2nd at Olympic Heights High School. The Opening ceremony starts at noon and the Survivors Lap is at 12:15 p.m. The Luminaria Ceremony is at 9 p.m. For more information, call 954-200-7533.
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Listen to the Youth Orchestra of Palm Beach County on May 3rd at Mizner Park Amphitheater. The free concert starts at 5 p.m. Bring blankets and chairs.

The Weekend in West Boca

woldperformingartsEnjoy an evening of student films and musical comedy on April 23rd and 24th at 7:30 p.m. at the Wold Performing Arts Center. The Center is located on the Lynn University campus. This production is free to the general public.

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Go see Rent at the West Boca High School on April 23rd to April 26th. This is the final week of the show by the Slow Burn Theatre Company. Tickets are $40 for adults and $25 for students.
alltimelowGo hear the All Time Low, Future Hearts Tour on April 23rd at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. and the show starts at 5:30 p.m. Advanced tickets are $25.
Screen Shot 2015-04-22 at 9.16.31 AMListen to some popular rock n roll tunes at Delray Marketplace on April 23rd from 6 to 8 p.m. The free show by Backbonz is at the amphitheater.
daggerwingExperience a Night Hike at Daggerwing’s Boardwalk on April 24th starting at 7:30 p.m. A naturalist will lead the tour to look for nocturnal wildlife. $5 per participants. Call 561-629-8760 for reservations.
garage-saleGo shopping at the Loggers’ Run Garage Sale on April 25th from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Flyer for eventCelebrate Earth Day at the Daggerwing Nature Center on April 25th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The theme is “Save the Planet-Save the Parks.” There will be nature walks, crafts, animal encounters and a ladybug release.
spykidKids – Become a Spy! at the Spy Training Academy on April 25th at 3 p.m. The Glades Public Library will teach kids ages 5-10 the basic techniques for being an international spy. Call 482-4554 to register.
communityyardsaleSupport the American Cancer Society at their Community Yard Sale on April 26th at the Mission Bay Self Storage Center. The Sale runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.