This 20-acre oasis is a peaceful hub of environmental education, research and conservation. Stroll the boardwalk, watch tropical fish in aquariums, relax in the butterfly garden and be amazed by the patients in the sea turtle rehabilitation facility.
This tranquil half-acre oasis, with bronze statuary and water features, was Florida's first all-native botanical garden. The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach opened it to protect and showcase Florida’s indigenous plants and wildlife. Many of the native trees, shrubs, grasses and wildflowers are endangered. A historic tile wall dates to the 1920s. Interdisciplinary educational programs for grades K-12 are offered during the school year.
This attraction, run by Palm Beach County, features hands-on exhibits, animal encounters, family programs and 2.5 miles of trails winding through 90 acres of pine flatwoods and wetlands.
This city park features a recreation center with programs, lighted tennis and racquetball courts, baseball field, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, lighted pitching and batting cages, gym, auditorium, kitchen, Little League field, out-of-school camps, pickleball court, playground and pool.
This versatile complex is home to four basketball courts, 1.25-mile bicycle path, 13-station exercise course, Fitness Zone outdoor exercise equipment, Orange Bowl Field, two multipurpose fields, softball and baseball fields, picnic pavilion and shelters, playground and splash park, Pioneer Park Aquatic Center with water slides and swim lessons, two tennis courts, two sand volleyball courts and 1.25-mile walking path.
This nonprofit farm offers fresh produce, educational programs and a lush green space. A farm stand is open from October through May. Children's events feature sing-alongs, story times and exploration days.
This state-of- the-art venue with a colonnade and concert green is operated by Boca Raton and accommodates 4,200 people. It's a social, cultural and educational center for south Palm Beach County residents and draws audiences from throughout South Florida. Programming includes a variety of community events, city events and commercial concerts.
This 14,500-square-foot nonprofit organization, located in a historic train depot, offers tours and a viewing area to watch artists in action! The gift shop and gallery feature rotating exhibitions. Classes are offered for adults and children, such as glass blowing and fusing. Directions: Benzaiten Center advises not use GPS. Instead, follow these directions: Exit Interstate 95 at Sixth Avenue South and go east. Take a left at South F Street (at the Kwik Stop store). Take a right on Third Avenue South to the parking lot and enter in rear of the building.
This city hub, next to the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum, offers art exhibits, workshops and a range of classes for all ages.
This city park features trails for walking and biking, a playground and public art.
Raising Healthy and Happy LGBT & Gender Non-Conforming Children — information for parents of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender non-conforming youth
24-hour hotline, live chat service and website of crisis resources to support people in distress
Programs and services for youth to promote health and wellness at locations west of Boca Raton and Boynton Beach
This locale offers BBQ grills, a beach, non-motorized vessel access, nature preserve (mitigation area), pavilions, picnic tables, playground and recreation building. The wreckage of Lofthus — a marine sanctuary for a variety of tropical fish, stingrays, anemones and spiny lobsters — is a local dive spot. The two-story clubhouse features classrooms, catering kitchens, rental space and wraparound balcony.
This city complex features 11 lighted baseball/softball fields, 12 batting cages, two pitching cages, 10 hitting mat stations, multipurpose field, three pavilions, two playgrounds and picnic tables.
First Step to Success — in-home early intervention services for children up to age 5 with mild developmental delays
Anonymous online form to report bullying at school
Manages 104 park properties spanning more than 8,500 acres, including 85 developed regional, district, community, beach and neighborhood parks
Despite the historical name, this a gambling-free renovated space and family friendly. The 1920s architecture houses oceanfront dining, shopping and a ballroom for special events. An oceanfront park offers restrooms and picnic facilities, which complement the William O. Lockhart Municipal Pier. Beach chairs, lounges and cabanas are available to rent.
This city park offers an accessible playground, four lighted Little League fields, two lighted regulation baseball fields, one lighted barrier-free Miracle League field, two concession stands, four batting cages and pavilion.
Located a half mile south of the Boynton Inlet, this is one of the few remaining publicly owned commercial marinas in Florida. It offers scuba diving and fishing charters, cruises, boat and personal watercraft rentals, Tiki Taxi, parasailing, drift fishing and waterfront dining. The complex features transient dockage and dockmaster building with last-minute provisions.
Bullying awareness, prevention and resources
This full-service public tennis facility features 14 clay courts, six hard courts and an 8,200-seat stadium just west of downtown Atlantic Avenue. It also offers an upstairs pavilion and conference room, pro shop with locker rooms, racquet stringing and a wide variety of adult and junior programs, leagues, clinics and camps.
This city park features a playground, lighted pickleball/tennis courts, multipurpose field, basketball courts, picnic pavilions and grills.
Healthy Start Healthy Beginnings, a network of local intervention and prevention services for pregnant women and families raising young children
Mental health services in Palm Beach Gardens for families, specializing in play therapy for children who've experienced trauma
Two locations offering early childhood learning center; indoor and outdoor children’s play areas, including splash grounds; sport leagues; special needs programming; youth lounge for parties, classes and afterschool enrichment; soccer and softball fields; swim lessons and team; fitness and wellness classes; summer camps; art gallery; adult education; kosher catering kitchen.
This 10,000-square-foot band shell with a view of the Intracoastal Waterway offers lawn seating for concerts and special events, including the 4th on Flagler and Irish Fest. On quiet days, stroll the pleasant walking path and enjoy public art.
A collaboration of five local mental health agencies that assess and treat children's serious behavioral, emotional or mental health problems
Youth Services — local services and support for children, including mental health, education, summer and other programs
This city facility offers activities and classes for all ages, like dance, martial arts and fencing. The banquet hall hosts annual events, like the Daddy Daughter Dance and World Tai Chi & Qigong Day. Room and kitchen rentals are available as well.
Healthy Beginnings Entry Agency — provides free child development and social-emotional/behavioral screenings to Palm Beach County children through age 5 to determine if they're eligible for services funded by Children's Services Council
Palm Beach County operates these 120 acres, featuring the Seabreeze Amphitheater, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce courts, 20-station exercise course, saltwater fishing, picnic pavilions, playground, volleyball sand court and softball field. It's also home to Lazy Loggerhead cafe and Jupiter Civic Center.
Mental health services in Delray Beach for women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction
This island in the Intracoastal Waterway is well situated for swimming, snorkeling, fishing and boating near the Lake Worth Inlet. Accessible only by boat, all 17 tropical campsites include a tent pad, grill and picnic table. Other accommodations are hot indoor showers, a picnic pavilion and large fire ring. Reservations are a must. Private water taxi service is available from local businesses.
A national, privately funded website with information on substance-abuse addiction and rehabilitation, including how to find the best fit for treatments centers in your area
STEAM resources — a list for parents and teachers of preschool children, including downloadable posters, images, reference guides and more
This county pool, which is heated in the winter, offers lap swims, open swims, diving boards, private and group lessons for all ages, Palm Beach Coralytes Synchronized Swim Team for children and Palm Beach Masters fitness program for adults.
This 84.8-acre city complex features picnic tables, a playground and fields for baseball, softball, football and soccer.
Offers support, free developmental and behavioral screenings, referrals to resources and care coordination to boost children's growth and development
Based in Wellington, Palm Beach chapter of a national resource for families of children with attention and hyperactivity issues
Eat at Turtle Café or picnic at tables and pavilions with grills at this city beach park. A playground offers separate areas for tots and ages 5-12. Adults can work out in a fitness area next to the playground. Cabanas, lounge chairs and umbrellas are available for rent. Beach wheelchairs are available.
Recovery program for assessment and treatment for alcohol and substance abuse
Children in Need of Services/Families in Need of Services — program for families struggling with an unruly, truant or runaway preteen or teen, providing counseling, residential shelter and referrals
This nonprofit eco-conscious school — pre-K through elementary — provides a nature-based education focused on environmental responsibility, equity and justice, in an outdoor setting.
Art museum that offers an array experiences in West Palm Beach, including programs for teens and families
