May 2008 Palm Beach County Events

Posted April 30, 2008 18:11
Find something to do for all ages!
Palm Beach County has events going on all year long. There is always a concert series and festivals, guided tours and nature exhibits, or greenmarket to visit.

 

Alexander Calder Jewelry
4/1/2008 - 6/15/2008
Norton Museum of Art
1451 South Olive Avenue; West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The art of Alexander Calder has been celebrated and examined at some length in numerous exhibitions. However, his work in the field of jewelry is not as known, since it has been a small component in his large survey exhibitions. The jewelry's three-dimensional aspects have been hammered, shaped, chiseled and composed piece by piece, in a fashion that precisely echoes the artist's creativity. This exhibit will consist of one hundred objects necklace, bracelets, pins, earrings, and crowns.
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561.832.5196
In the Hands of African American Collectors: The Personal Treasures of Bernard and Shirley Kinsey
4/19/2008 - 7/20/2008
Norton Museum of Art
1451 South Olive Avenue; West Palm Beach, FL 33401
This exhibition offers a roadmap to the journey encountered by these collectors as they embrace and acquire art and artifacts. From slave owner's documents, to brilliant expressions in paint and glimpses into nineteenth-century private lives.
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561.832.5196
SunFest
4/30/2008 - 5/4/2008
Downtown West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, FL
Enjoy Florida's largest annual waterfront music and art festival. There is nothing-like-it music with everything you need for your own party – live tunes on three stages, fun people, fine art, plenty of food, and even floating party barges. We do the work, you bring your friends.
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561.659.5980
Cinco de Mayo Festival
5/3/2008 - 5/3/2008
Old School Square
51 North Swinton Avenue; Delray Beach, FL 33444
Presented by the Hispano-Latino Cultural Alliance, the annual Cinco de Mayo Festival features food, entertainment, dancing and kid’s activities. This year’s event will also feature the second annual Chihuahua Race.
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
561.276.3396
Riverdance
5/6/2008 - 5/11/2008
Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Boulevard; West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Rediscover the original! Riverdace, the internationally acclaimed celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has touched the hearts of millions around the world, triumphantly returns to the Kravis Center. "A family evening unlike anything else!" raves the London Times.
Tuesday - Friday: 8:00 p.m.; Saturday: 2:00 p.m.; and 8:00 p.m.; Sunday: 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
$36 - $75
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800.KRAVIS.1
Art & Jazz on the Avenue
5/8/2008 - 5/8/2008
Downtown Delray Beach
Delray Beach, FL
For six fun-filled evenings a year, the streets of Downtown Delray Beach come alive with the sounds of music and the sights of art on the avenue on selected Thursday nights. Art and Jazz events feature live entertainment, art exhibits and demonstrations, open house specials and more!
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Free.
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561.279.1380 x17
‘Orchids for Dummies’ Lecture and Book Signing
5/10/2008 - 5/10/2008
American Orchid Society Visitors Center and Botanical Garden
16700 AOS Lane; Delray Beach, FL 33446
Growing orchids is so incredibly simple that even a dummy could do it, right? Steven A. Frowine, author of “Orchids For Dummies” – of the ubiquitous “…For Dummies” series – absolutely thinks so and will be sharing just how easy it is to make an orchid thrive.
1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Adults: $8; Seniors: $7; Children under 12: Free
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561.404.2011
Mother's Day
5/11/2008 - 5/11/2008
Palm Beach Zoo at Dreher Park
1301 Summit Boulevard; West Palm Beach, FL 33405
The first 500 mothers and grandmothers will receive free admission to the Palm Beach Zoo on Mother's Day with a paying child.Learn about the Zoo's resident moms, create a card for mom and enjoy live music.
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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561.533.0887
Origami: Flower for Mother
5/11/2008 - 5/11/2008
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
4000 Morikami Park Road; Delray Beach, FL 33446
Discover fun on Saturday mornings with Morikami Origami or Morikami Creations where the whole family can enjoy Japanese arts and crafts. Generally, Saturday Family Programs are all day open activities (guests are welcome on a first come, first serve basis) from 11:00 a.m. thru 4:00 p.m. (Please check complete listing for exact times) These programs are always a hit and are offered FREE of charge with paid museum admission. Programs are open to adults and children ages 7 and up.
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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561.495.0233
"LoserRx" The prescription for unhealthy relationships
5/20/2008 - 5/20/2008
Palm Beach County Convention Center
650 Okeechobee Blvd.; West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Event Sponsor: Wilesmith Advertising/Design
The workshop, titled “LoserRx”, the prescription for unhealthy relationships, will be presented by Dr. Joseph Carver, a Clinical Psychologist and PhD. Dr. Carver, the author of "Identifying Losers in Relationships: 20 Warning Signs" and "The Stockholm Syndrome: The Mystery of Loving An Abuser" will discuss how to identify, avoid or detach. The LoserRx workshop is eligible for Continuing Education hours through state licensing boards of nursing, psychology, counseling, and social work.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
$35 or $20 for Students.Seating is limited and reservations are required.
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561.835.0172
Memorial Day Weekend
5/24/2008 - 5/25/2008
Palm Beach Zoo at Dreher Park
1301 Summit Boulevard; West Palm Beach, FL 33405
To show our appreciation, all visitors showing a Military, Military Reserve, Coast Guard, Police, Fire or and EMT ID card will receive free admission.
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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561.533.0887
Howard Alan Craft Show
5/24/2008 - 5/25/2008
Downtown Delray Beach
Delray Beach, FL
Over 100 craft exhibitors will exhibit a wide variety of unique handicraft. There’s something for everyone at this show!
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Free.
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954.472.3755