The Cultural Council invites families to discover the arts together as they connect and create memories while acquiring new skills through visual art, dance and theater. Family Saturdays is a free program presented by various arts and cultural organizations in Palm Beach County. Each monthly event is hosted at the Councilās headquarters in downtown Lake Worth Beach and runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
The 2021 season of Family Saturdays is presented by The Palm Beach Post. For more information, please contact our Education Department: education@palmbeachculture.com | (561) 472-3347.
Generously underwritten by: Celia Lipton Farris and Victor W. Farris Foundation, The Batchelor Foundation, and Jim and Irene Karp
Upcoming Family Saturdays
Family Saturdays: Fiber Art
February 6, 2021
Kianga Jinaki, a fiber artist, will curate an experience for the entire family to enjoy. With mixed-media assemblages using traditional and contemporary African textiles, the artwork created by each participant will be thematic and based on the African and African-American cultural and historical experience(s).
This event is for all ages to enjoy, and will be held in the Council’s Project Space, directly behind the building on L Street. We recommend bringing a towel or mat for your family to sit on. *For the safety of all participants, facial coverings and social distancing will be required for the entirety of the event.
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Family Saturdays: Make A Splash Family Art
March 6, 2021
Come join us and artNEST Delray for family art with paint. Participants will use the outdoor splash wall for the unleashing of creativity and fun.
This event is for all ages to enjoy, and will be held in the Council’s Project Space, directly behind the building on L Street. We recommend bringing a towel or mat for your family to sit on. *For the safety of all participants, facial coverings and social distancing will be required for the entirety of the event.
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Family Saturdays: Huichol Art (Family Bead and Yarn Art)
April 3, 2021
Come join us for a family art workshop inspired by Huichol yarn and bead art. The artwork of the Huichol tribe is known around the globe for its vibrant color and intricate detail.
This workshop is for all ages to enjoy, and will be held in the Council’s Project Space, directly behind the building on L Street. We recommend bringing a towel or mat for your family to sit on. *For the safety of all participants, facial coverings and social distancing will be required for the entirety of the event.
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Family Saturdays: Opera: Stories Told Through Singing
May 1, 2021
Palm Beach Opera brings families together through the magic of Opera: Stories Told Through Singing. Through this interactive sing-a-long storytelling experience, families will learn and sing memorable opera tunes. Storytime is followed by an art activity for all to experience and enjoy.
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Family Saturdays: Chemical Concoctions
June 5, 2021
Come join us for a scientific adventure! Each family will have the opportunity to make their own polymer (squishy soap!) while conducting experiments that reinforce chemistry concepts of atoms, density and changes in states of matter.
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Family Saturdays: Kid's Corner, Sea Turtle Fun
August 7, 2021
Sea turtles are important animals in our ecosystem and it is important to keep them safe and healthy. Join Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) staff as we guide children through the process of rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing an injured sea turtlesājust like we do at the Sea Turtle Hospital at LMC!
This program is for all ages and will include art making.
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Family Saturdays: Family Fun Theatre Workshop
September 4, 2021
Come journey with us as we explore the world of theatre with your whole family!
This fun workshop, filled with acting and props, will engage all ages.
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