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City Of West Palm Beach News And Events - February 25, 2023
Government and Politics
February 27, 2023
From: City of West Palm BeachCelebrate Women's History Month at the Mandel Public Library
The City of West Palm Beach will observe Women's History Month in March with free events at the Mandel Public Library.
Women's History Month celebrates the contribution that women have made to history, culture, and society. It is a time to remember and recognize the often-overlooked contributions of women to United States history.
Click the image above to watch the video!
Don't Miss the Start of our
Climate Smart Floridians Program
Modules run Monday, March 6 through Monday, April 24, 2023
Develop the skills needed to curb your household climate impact through the study of climate change, home energy, renewable energy, yards, food, water, green building, transportation, and consumption with a special focus on climate issues and specific impacts to West Palm Beach.
Conserve Water with our Rain Barrel Program
Receive a free 55-gallon rain barrel and learn how rain barrels can help you conserve water, save money, and reduce storm water runoff during our FREE rain barrel workshop and giveaway! Registration and approval is required. City of West Palm Beach waters customers are eligible to participate.
Join us Saturday, March 4, 2023 for our drive-thru pick up at Dreher Park South. 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Musician Takes Library Kids On A Journey of Drums
African Percussionist Abasi “Manblack” Hanif recently took children on an exciting journey into the heart and soul of Africa through music. It was all part of the Black History Month celebration at Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach.
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The "Botanical Preserve" Installation is Underway!
Jill Hotchkiss has begun the installation of her gilded mural at South Olive Park on the east-facing wall. She, and her team, will be working on the mural now until Friday, March 3, 2023. This site-specific public artwork will be available to view and enjoy for the next five years.
PLAN AHEAD:
Termite Tenting of Seaboard Train Station
The Seaboard Train Station, located at 209 S. Tamarind Avenue, is underway to have termite tenting through 6 a.m. Monday, Feb. 27. The affected transportation providers will continue operation. Click the link below for more details
Apply Today: Summer Camp Scholarship Program
The City's Parks and Recreation Department invites residents to apply for Palm Beach County’s Summer Camp Scholarship Program. These scholarships can be applied to the City's summer camp programs. Applications will be accepted through April 14, or until funds run out
Click here for more information.
City Events & Activities
Grassy Waters Preserve Activities
Reservations are required for all programs. Please call the Nature Center at
(561) 804-4985 (TTY: 800-955-8771) to RSVP.
-Hike and Craft: Birds and Binoculars
-Canoe Cruise
-Sunset Canoe
-Swamp Tromp
-Boardwalk Tour
-And, more!
Click here to access the Grassy Waters Preserve event calendar.
Community Events
-Clematis by Night (Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street) - Thursday, March 2, 6 -9 p.m.: Dee Dee Wilde (Top 40, R&B)
-GreenMarket (Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street) - Saturday, March 4, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
-GreenMarket Pop-up Workshop: Chai This at Home (Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street) - Saturday, March 4, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Community event admission is free. Click here for the event calendar.
Mandel Public Library Events & Programs
Here's a snapshot of some of the February programs offered by the Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis Street
-Rhythm & Hues Music Class
-Lois' Food4Kids
-Meet with a Licensed Clinical Social Worker
-Family Storytime
-Tax Preparation Services
-And, more!
Click here for the library's calendar of programming!
Recent Policy Actions, Next City Commission Meeting
The next City Commission meeting will be held at 5 p.m. on Monday, March 6 at City Hall, 401 Clematis Street. Commission meetings are held every other Monday, except for holidays, and the public is encouraged to attend.
Click the image above to watch the City Commission meeting from Feb. 21, 2023
Click here to read the commission approvals and decisions from the commission meeting on Feb. 21.
Click here for the schedule of upcoming public meetings.
Join Our Team, Apply Today!
The City is seeking candidates for several positions, including:
-Digital Marketing Strategist
-Summer Camp Counselor
-Accounting Clerk
-Crime Analyst
-And, more!
Click here to apply and to learn more about other employment opportunities.
Weekly Road & Dock Update
Know about road closures before your morning commute!
Click here for the report for the week of Feb. 26.
WPB-TV Lineup
Find WPB-TV listings and live broadcast times for City of West Palm Beach public meetings with the City’s new Public Meeting Broadcast Guide.
Click here for the Public Meeting Broadcast Guide
Click here to download the WPB Key app for your mobile device.