Community Highlights & Happenings
 Celebrate Black History Month in the Community!
 Upcoming BHM Programs at the Mandel Public Library!
Families are invited to enjoy a Movie Movie Marathon in KidSpace this Saturday, February 21, featuring films throughout the day in celebration of Black History Month.
Also happening on Saturday, February 21, don’t miss Hip Hop for Kids Presents African Dance, a fun and engaging cultural experience for young participants. Space is limited, and in-person sign-up begins in KidSpace a half an hour prior.
Adults can also take part in a special Hair Wrapping Workshop on Tuesday, February 24. Registration is required.
Explore more upcoming programs at the library!
Attend Downtown West Palm Beach's Black Art Matters Events!
Black Art Matters is a weekly February event series held every Thursday, showcasing talented young Black artists in our community. Each week features a live performance highlighting a different artist and art form — from music and dance to visual and multimedia art. Bring your friends, support local artists, and celebrate creativity and culture with us!
February 19 — Palm Beach Lakes High School Choir
Voices of Unity is the choral program at Palm Beach Lakes High School, committed to musical excellence and student development. This student ensemble performs across school and community events, delivering polished choral arrangements and engaging audiences with rich, ensemble-driven sound.
February 26 — Via
Shatayvia Dunn known as “Via” is a West Palm Beach visual artist whose work centers on black-and-white realism, anime-influenced illustration, and live face painting. After losing her grandmother at 15, art became her refuge and ultimately her calling, helping her heal and reconnect. For the past 2.5 years she has worked on paid commissions and exhibited locally, including a 2025 Riviera Beach show. Via creates custom portraits and live face art with emotional care, transforming memories and ideas into detailed, meaningful pieces that resonate with clients and communities.
 Happy Lunar New Year!
Happy Chinese New Year to all who celebrate!  Tuesday, February 17, marked the beginning of the Year of the Fire Horse and the start of 15 celebratory days of Spring Festival festivities. During the Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, families, friends, and community members gather across the globe to enjoy traditional foods, festivals, dances, and meaningful time together. The Year of the Fire Horse symbolizes courage, strength, and high energy.
There are exciting and special events happening around the City in celebration of the Lunar New Year! Here are two upcoming community events that are free to attend:
 This Saturday: Rovers in the Park Presented by Land Rover Palm Beach
Bring your furry friends and join us for the third annual Rovers in the Park Presented by Land Rover Palm Beach, at the West Palm Beach GreenMarket!
Local Pet Rescues with adoptable pets and vendors with pet-specific products and services will be on site, plus a fabulous fashion show featuring dogs strutting on the catwalk at 10:30 a.m.!
Saturday, February 21 | 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | The Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street
2026 Grassy Waters Preserve Photography Contest Closes Next Week on February 28!
Don't miss the deadline for the 2026 Grassy Waters Preserve Photography Contest! Submit your photos by next Saturday, February 28, 2026.
This annual contest draws hundreds of entries showcasing the natural beauty of the City’s unique and beautiful nature preserve.
Learn more about the contest!
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