Best things to do in Palm Beach County this weekend Feb. 10 and beyond

Eddie Ritz, Palm Beach Post
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Winter Plant-a-Palooza at Mounts Botanical Garden

Hosted by Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden, this plant sale will showcase dozens of high-quality vendors in select areas throughout the garden's 20-acre tropical paradise. There will be an excellent selection of plants, shrubs, trees, and garden accessories.

The event is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12. 531 N. Miltary Trail, West Palm Beach. Information: mounts.org

The Winter Plant-a-Palooza will be held at Mounts Botanical Garden in West Palm Beach on Saturday, Feb. 11 and Sunday, Feb. 12.
The Winter Plant-a-Palooza will be held at Mounts Botanical Garden in West Palm Beach on Saturday, Feb. 11 and Sunday, Feb. 12.

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Photo Fundamentals at Riverbend Park

Learn essential camera functions and composition basics in nature/wildlife photography. Then join staff members for a morning hike around the park and put that new-found knowledge into practice. Bring your camera, along with a battery and a storage card. Tripods/monopods are recommended, but not required. Dress for hiking and bring water.

The class is 8:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 13. 9060 Indiantown Road, Jupiter. $10. Reservations required. Information: discover.pbcgov.org

Music at St. Paul's presents 'Songs of the Night' with Astralis Ensemble

This program will feature chamber works and transcriptions inspired by Valentine's Day and performed by Angela Massy (flute), Kris Marshall (trumpet) and Chee-Hang (piano). It will include Taffanel's "Fantasy on 'Die Frieschutz,'" Rubtsov's "Peter Pan Fantasy" and transcriptions from Brahms, Puccini, Mozart and Delibes.

The concert is 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12.; St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 166 S. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. $20. Information: musicstpauls.org

'The Science of Leaving Omaha' at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre

Wrtten by Carter W. Lewis and directed by Bruce Linser, this world-premiere play explores the themes of dashed hopes and broken dreams, resilience and resolve. It was inspired by a 2020 article in The New York Times about the disintegration of working-class communities across the United States.

The production runs through Feb. 19. 201 Clematis St., West Palm Beach. See website for showtimes and ticket prices. Information: palmbeachdramaworks.org

Nicholas Tyler Corbin and Georgi James star in "The Science of Leaving Omaha" at Palm Beach Dramaworks.
Nicholas Tyler Corbin and Georgi James star in "The Science of Leaving Omaha" at Palm Beach Dramaworks.

Wellington Classic Brew Fest

Explore an impressive array of craft beers and cider from around the Sunshine State and beyond. There will also be food trucks including Authentic Gyro, CityWings 305, Grilled Cheese Nation and Mr. B's Caribbean Streetfood, music and axe throwing. Yes, there will be an axe throwing station.

The event is 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. 12150 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. Information: wellingtonclassicbrewfest.com

The Wellington Classic Brew Fest will feature dozens of craft beers and ciders, food trucks and even an axe throwing station.
The Wellington Classic Brew Fest will feature dozens of craft beers and ciders, food trucks and even an axe throwing station.

Boca Raton Orchid Society Annual Valentines Orchid Show & Sale

Visitors can take advantage of the show as an outing with their valentine, purchase orchids, orchid supplies, novelty hybrids, orchid-themed artwork, scented candles and more. There will also be lectures on orchid growing.

The event is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 and Sunday, Feb. 12. Safe Schools Institute, 1798 Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton. $5.

The Boca Raton Orchid Society Annual Valentines Orchid Show & Sale will be held Saturday and Sunday at Safe Schools Institute in Boca Raton.
The Boca Raton Orchid Society Annual Valentines Orchid Show & Sale will be held Saturday and Sunday at Safe Schools Institute in Boca Raton.

Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches 'Spotlight on the Band'

The band's many soloists, both young and seasoned, enhance its dynamic virtuosity and bring delightful features to both classical and popular fare. The concert will feature a diverse selection of works from the classics to the blues.

The performance is 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. Palm Beach State College, Duncan Theatre, 4200 S. Congress Ave., Lake Worth. $20. Information: symphonicband.org

Step-Above-Rummage Sale at First Presbyterian Church

There will be deals on new and gently used items that look like they’ve just been taken off a department store’s shelves. Some of the items are brand new with the tags still on. All clothing and shoes are $3. Patrons can even enjoy a $3 lunch prepared by the Men’s Fellowship.

The event is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. today, Friday, Feb. 10 and Saturday, Feb. 11. 33 Gleason St., Delray Beach. Information: firstdelray.com

Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at eritz@pbpost.com. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today.

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