World’s Leading Bible Publisher Zondervan Purchases the Bestselling Storybook …

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — The Beginner’s Bible®, which has dominated the top 10 bestsellers list in the Christian industry for 20 years, has been acquired from Mission City Press by leading Christian children’s publisher Zonderkidz, a division of Zondervan.

The concept for the product was first developed in 1985 and The Beginner’s Bible was introduced in 1989 as a complete storybook Bible.  Designed specifically for children six years and younger, The Beginner’s Bible shares the life and fun of Bible stories in an engaging, entertaining and educational way. Its simple retelling of favorite Bible stories and unique style of artwork made it an instant bestseller and over the years it has become a classic.  It became the first branded property in the children’s religious publishing category and is widely credited with creating the children’s storybook Bible category.  

Zondervan first entered into a distribution agreement with Mission City Press in 1997 and has served as the exclusive publisher of The Beginner’s Bible since 2004 with Zondervan’s children’s group, Zonderkidz, managing the publishing program.  Since that time, Zonderkidz has introduced a robust product line that includes a variety of Bible storybooks as well as full text Bibles that feature art from The Beginner’s Bible, children’s books, devotionals, I Can Read Bible stories, Bible covers, audio products and seasonal titles, among others. In 2005, Zondervan introduced a full revision of the product, updating both the art and text.  To date, over six million copies of The Beginner’s Bible have sold in all editions and it is available in more than 20 languages worldwide.   It has received the 2006 Retailer’s Choice award by the Christian Booksellers Association in the U.S. and the 2006 Children’s Nonfiction Book of the Year Award in the U.K.  The entire product line of The Beginner’s Bible books, Bibles and other branded products has sold more than 18 million units since the brand was first introduced.

“Zondervan has enjoyed a great partnership with Mission City Press as both organizations have long shared a common vision to bring God’s Word to life to the youngest generation,” said Scott Macdonald, President and CEO of Zondervan.  ”We are honored that Mission City Press trusts us to carry forward this wonderful brand and we intend to continue to enhance and develop it to impact more young hearts for Christ.”

Tim Lyles, President of Mission City Press, added: “There are times when a highly successful past turns out to be just the warm-up for an even more astounding future.  We feel that way about The Beginner’s Bible – its amazing legacy as a #1 bestseller for over 20 years was preparation for the best that is yet to come. There is no better company than Zondervan, our longtime publishing partner, to take The Beginner’s Bible brand to new heights.”

Zonderkidz has supported the brand by producing more than 55 different products through the years and offers an interactive website complete with on-line games, teaching resources, and product information (www.TheBeginnersBible.com).  There is also a Facebook page and a Twitter account to engage consumers with The Beginner’s Bible.  Moving forward as owners of the brand, Zondervan intends to continue to build out The Beginner’s Bible product line and has several new products planned including:

• The Beginner’s Bible: Kid-Sized Devotions — is the perfect starting point for children as they develop a stronger relationship with God through daily devotions.
• The Beginner’s Bible Book of Prayers – a great way to teach preschool age children to pray while introducing them to Scripture.  Each prayer is accompanied by a suggested Bible verse to read and a character from the Bible with whom children can relate.
• Heroes of the Bible – a treasury of five popular Old Testament Bible stories from The Beginner’s Bible, I Can Read series. The hardcover edition will include a CD with the audio reading of each of the stories with a read-along signal for turning pages.

Zondervan recently released The Beginner’s Bible Deluxe Edition, which features the bestselling storybook Bible accompanied by two audio CDs enhanced with compelling narration, music, and sound effects that help bring more than 90 Bible stories to life like never before.

“The Beginner’s Bible is a household name and is beloved by millions of parents and children worldwide as one of the most trusted names in early religious education,” said Annette Bourland, senior vice president and publisher of Zonderkidz.  ”We are eager to build on the strong foundation and brand Mission City Press has developed and introduce even more new products in multiple formats, all designed to share God’s Word in a relevant and age appropriate manner.  We have exciting things planned and look forward to sharing these with children and their families in the coming months.”

About Zondervan

Zondervan is the world’s leading Bible publisher and a leading publisher of Christian books. With a vision to see more people engaging the Bible more, Zondervan offers bestselling study, devotional, reference, text, audio, software and digital Bibles designed to inspire readers at every age and each stage of life. Zondervan holds exclusive North American publishing rights to the New International Version (NIV). The most popular modern-English translation of the Bible, the NIV has more than 400 million copies in print worldwide. Zondervan also publishes Bibles in the KJV (King James Version), NIrV (New International Reader’s Version), NRSV (New Revised Standard Version), NASB (New American Standard Bible), the Amplified Bible and parallel Bibles featuring The Message. During the past 75 years, Zondervan, a HarperCollins company, has grown to be a global leader in Christian communications through its bestselling Bibles, books, curriculum, children’s, and new media products. Visit Zondervan Bibles on the Internet at www.zondervan.com/Bibles.

About Zonderkidz

Zonderkidz™, a division of Zondervan, inspires young lives through imagination and innovation. As the leader in Christian children’s communications, it produces bestselling and award-winning Bibles, storybook Bibles, books, board books, audio, video, and digital products that awaken the hearts and touch the souls of kids under 16 and the people who love them, from family members to educators. Zonderkidz is the publisher of the NIrV (New International Reader’s Version) Bible translation, the 3rd-grade reading level edition of the NIV that is ideal for children and those who speak English as a second language. Visit Zonderkidz on the Internet at www.zonderkidz.com.

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Martin County Community Calendar, updated july 19

NEW LISTINGS

Honor Flight Spaghetti Dinner: Fundraiser, entertainment, music, raffles. Knights of Columbus Hall, 7251 SW Gaines Ave., Stuart, 6 pm, Aug. 6. $15. Ticket: 954-292-4128; honorflightsefl.org.

Best Management Practices Session III: Pesticide Label is the Law, Record Keeping. Indian RiverSide Park, 1707 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, 12:30-2:45 pm, July 27. Adults. $20 for CEUs. Register: 772-288-5654; martin.ifas.ufl.edu.

Mensa Testing: Entrance tests offered. Jensen Beach Community Church, 3900 NE Skyline Dr., 9:30 am, July 23. 14+. $40. Reservation: 772-463-0495; janice@aposner.net.

How Money Works: Making, saving money. Financial education seminar, business opportunity. Primerica Financial Services, 7190 SE US 1, Stuart, 7-9 pm, July 19. 18+. Reservation: 772-260-9848; primerica.com/bobcarlino.

Pizza Party: MC Teenage Republicans. Tower Building, 1111 SE US 1. Suite 134, Stuart, 11 am, July 30. All teens. 772-286-0615; martingop.org.

Kiwanis College Football Preview: Speakers from six Florida universities discuss upcoming season. Lyric Theatre, 59 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart, 7 pm, July 29. $25-$30. Ticket: 772-286-7827; lyrictheatre.com.

SPECIAL EVENTS

TUESDAY

Foundations: Class for those interested in dog agility training. Humane Society of the Treasure Coast, 4100 SW Leighton Farm Ave., Palm City, 6 pm, July 19, 26, Aug. 2. $120.

Spanish Grammar Rules: In Spanish. North Stuart Baptist Church, 1950 N US 1, 6-7:30 pm, July 19, 26. Ages: 14+. Register: 772-237-6732; hispanicsinaction.org.

Teen Summer Reading Program: Experience ancient Indian henna body painting, sample foods. Hobe Sound Public Library, 10595 SE US 1, 6-7:30 pm, July 19. Grades 6-12. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

WEDNESDAY

Van Duzer Fundraiser: Big Apple Pizza, 2311 S. 35th St., Fort Pierce, 4-10 pm, July 20. 100% of sales benefits two cancer fighting families. thevanduzerfoundation.org.

National Parks, America’s Best Idea: 6-part PBS documentary film series by Ken Burns, Dayton Duncan. Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, 2-4 pm, July 20, 27. Middle school-adult. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Wild About Reading: Combines photography, reading, scavenger hunt, take-home activity for families with kids. Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Kimbell Education Center, 16450 SE US 1, Hobe Sound, 10 am-2 pm, July 20, 23, 27, 30. Ages 6-10. $6. 561-745-5551; justreadflorida.com.

Best Management Practices Session II: Fertilizer regulations and how fertilizers are made. Indian Riverside Park, 1707 SE Indian River Dr, Jensen Beach, 12:30-2:45 pm, July 20. Adults. $20 for CEUs . Register: 772-288-5654; martin.ifas.ufl.edu.

RECURRING EVENTS

TUESDAY

ARTS/CRAFTS

Peggy’s Art Studio: Log Cabin Senior Activity Center, Langford Park, 2369 NE Dixie Hwy., Jensen Beach, noon-3 pm. $7. 772-334-2926; zcarter@martin.fl.us.

DANCE

Country Line Dance: Absolute beginner. Save The First Dance, 881 NE Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach, 7-8 pm. Ages 15+. $5. 772-934-6407.

Ballroom Dance Class: Vince Bocchino Community Center, 2369 NE US 1, Jensen Beach, 6:30-8:30 pm. Ages 16+. 772-529-3325; sdancer516@aol.com.

Salsa Lessons/Party: Latin dance lessons followed by party. 1630 NW Federal Hwy., Stuart, 6 pm till close. $10/lesson. 772-486-9198; SalsaLessonsForEveryone.com.

EXERCISE/HEALTH

Jazzercise: Jazzercise Fitness Center, 741 NW US 1, Stuart, 5:45 am, 8:05 am, 9:10 am, 10:15 am lite, 4:35 pm, 5:40 pm, 6:45 pm. 772-215-7123; jazzercise.com.

Jazzercise: Church of the Advent, 4885 SW Honey Ter., Palm City, 8:30 am, 9:45 am, 6 pm. 772-919-1358.

Senior Fitness Classes: Grand Island Athletic Club, 3216 SE US 1, Stuart, 11:15 am. Age 55+. $5. 772-287-0222; GrandIslandAthleticClub.com.

Stand Up Paddleboard: Exercise class on the water. Jupiter Outdoor Center, 960 N A1A. 9:30 am. $20; Ages: 15+. Reservations: jupiteroutdoorcenter.com.

Zumba Gold: Low-impact. Port Salerno Civic Center, 4950 SE Anchor Ave., 5:30 pm. Ages 18+. $5. 772-201-0832; zumba.com.

GAMES

Bridge Lessons: 8-week session. Beginner. North County Senior Center, 5217 Northlake Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, 1 pm. Seniors. $55. 561-694-5435; pcgov.com.

Bridge Lessons: Advanced. North County Senior Center, 5217 Northlake Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, 2:45 pm. Seniors. $5. 561-694-5435; pcgov.com.

Texas Hold’em Charity Poker: Young Guns Fundraisers, 6550 SE US 1, Stuart, 7:30 pm. Benefits Make A Wish Foundation, Salvation Army Dove Program, Children’s Cancer Association. 772-634-6980.

LANGUAGES

French: Mary’s Episcopal Church, 623 E Ocean Blvd., Stuart, 6-7:30 pm, starts June 28. Ages: 14+. Register: 772-237-6732; nelsonmerchancely1@gmail.com.

Spanish Classes: All levels. North Stuart Baptist Church, 1950 N US 1. Advanced, 9-10 am; intermediate, 6-7:30 pm, rm. 208; beginners, 6-7:30 pm. Ages 14+. Register: 772-237-6732; hispanicsinaction.org.

Music

Parent-Child Music And Movement: Moving, exploring, singing with Helping People Succeed. Florida Arts and Dance Company, 57 SW Monterey Rd., Stuart, 9:30-10:30 am, Ages 10-18 months; 10:45-11:45 am, Ages 3 months-5 years old; 12:15-1:15 pm, Ages 3-5 months. $34/month. Register: 772-529-5075; hpsfl.org.

Piano Instruction: All levels. Jensen Beach. Ages 7+. 772-934-6812.

NATURE

Guided Nature Trail: Through mangrove swamp. Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, 890 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart, 10:15 am, noon, 3 pm. 772-225-0505; floridaocean.org.

Marine Life: Lagoon fish feeding, Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, 890 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart, 11:30 am, 2:30 pm. 772-225-0505; floridaocean.org. Also: Stingrays, 2 pm; sea turtles, 11 am.

WEDNESDAY

DANCE

Argentine Tango Lessons: Beginner or experienced. Craig’s Dance Studio C, 1708 NW US 1, Stuart, 7-8 session 1; 8-9 pm session 2. Teens+. $10-$15. 561-818-7295.

Club Dance Crystal Ballroom: Ballroom dance party. Renar River Plaza, 3700 NE Indian River Dr., Jensen Beach, 6 pm. Ages 18+. 772-334-4900; kevin@crystalclubdance.com.

Salsa, Latin Dance Classes: Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2655 SW Immanuel Dr., Palm City, 7-9 pm. $6.50-$10. 772-486-9198; SalsaLessonsForEveryone.com.

EXERCISE/HEALTH

Cardio Party: Grand Island Athletic Club, 3216 SE US 1, Stuart, 11:15 am. Age 18+. $10-$80. 772-287-0222; grandislandathleticclub.com.

Chair Aerobic Exercise: Log Cabin Senior Activity Center, 2369 NE Dixie Hwy., Jensen Beach, 9-10 am. Ages 50+. $2. 772-334-2926; zcarter@martin.fl.us.

Jazzercise: Jazzercise Fitness Center, 741 NW US 1, Stuart, 5:45 am, 8:05 am, 9:10 am, 10:15 am lite, 4 pm express, 4:35 pm, 5:40 pm, 6:45 pm. 772-215-7123; jazzercise.com.

Jazzercise: Church of the Advent, 4885 SW Honey Ter., Palm City, 8:30 am, 9:45 am. 772-919-1358.

Stand Up Paddleboard: Exercise class on water. Jupiter Outdoor center, 960 N A1A, 8 am. Ages 15+. $20. Reservation: jupiteroutdoorcenter.com.

games

Texas Hold’em Charity Poker: Young Guns Fundraisers, 6550 SE US 1, Stuart, 7:30 pm. Benefits Make A Wish Foundation, Salvation Army Dove Program, Children’s Cancer Association. 772-634-6980.

LANGUAGES

Spanish For Beginners: Palm City Presbyterian Church, 2700 Martin Hwy., 6-7:30 pm. Ages: 14+. Register: 772-237-6732; hispanicsinaction.org.

Music

Parent-Child Music And Movement: Moving, exploring, singing with Helping People Succeed. Florida Arts and Dance Company, 57 SW Monterey Rd., Stuart, 9:30-10:30 am, Ages 5-10 months; 10:45-11:45 am, Ages 19-26 months. $34/month. Register: 772-529-5075; hpsfl.org

Piano Instruction: All levels. Jensen Beach. Ages 7+. 772-934-6812.

NATURE

Guided Nature Trail: Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, 890 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart, 10:15 am, noon, 3 pm. 772-225-0505; floridaocean.org.

Feed Marine Life: Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, 890 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart, 11:30 am, 2:30 pm. 772-225-0505; floridaocean.org.Also: Sea turtles, 11 am; stingrays, 2 pm.

OTHER

Computer Boot Camp: 4-week session. North County Senior Center, 5217 Northlake Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, 10-11:30 am. Seniors. $5. 561-694-5435; pcgov.com.

SPORTS

Open Pick-up Tennis: Bring can of balls. Hobe Sound public courts, Hercules St., 8-10 am. 772-546-6633; tctennis.blogspot.com.

Virtual Golf, Bowling: Hobe Sound Public Library, 10595 SE US 1, 11 am. Adults. 772-546-2257.

UPCOMING JULY EVENTS

Music And More: Don Meritt, Annette Moreau sing show tunes, popular music, opera. Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, 6:30 pm, July 21. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Treasure Coast Macintosh Users Group: iPads, iMacs, iPods and iPhones. Morgade Library, 5851 S.E. Community Dr., Stuart, 5 pm, July 21. 772-283-5646; tcmug.net.

Snorkeling 101: Learn snorkeling basics; explore worm reef. Bathtub Beach, 1585 SE MacArthur Blvd., Stuart, 9-11:30 am July 21. Ages 7+. $15-$20. Register: 772-225-0505; floridaocean.org.

Science Lecture Series: Treasure Coast Unitarian Universalist Church, 21 SE Central Pkwy., Stuart, 6:30-8 pm, July 21, 28. Donation. 772-223-5020; tcuuc.com.

Voting Rights: Town hall forum, speaker Adrienne Gardner. 10th St. Recreation Center, Stuart, 7 pm, July 21. 772-834-5823.

Bowling For Balls: Jupiter Lanes, 350 Maplewood Dr., Jupiter, 7 pm, July 21. $20. Benefits High Fives For Hope. Register: highfivesforhope.com.

World Wise Nutrition For Teens: Speaker Marybeth Pena; multicultural dinner focusing on nutrition with worldwide stories. Hoke Library, 1150 NW Jack Williams Way, Jensen Beach, 5:30-7 pm, July 22. Grades 6-12. Register: 772-463-2870; library.martin.fl.us.

Summer Film Series: Alfred Hitchcock films followed by discussion. Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, 2 pm July 22, Aug. 19, Sept. 23. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Children’s Movies At Your Library: IRSC Morgade Library, 5851 SE Community Dr., Stuart, 6 pm July 27; Cummings Library, 2251 SW Matheson Ave., Palm City, 6 pm July 22, Aug. 12; Lahti Library, 15200 SW Adams Ave., Indiantown, 2 pm, July 28, Aug. 4; Hobe Sound Public Library, 10595 SW US 1, 3:30 pm, Aug. 19. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Lighthouse Sunset Tour: Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, 500 Captain Armour’s Way, July 22, 27; Aug. 5, 10, 19, 24, Sept. 9, 14, 23, 28; Oct. 7, 12, 21, 26. $15-$20. RSVP: 561-747-8380 ext. 101. jupiterlighthouse.org.

“Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.” And “The Little Mermaid”: Two shows in one. Lyric Theatre, 59 Flagler Ave., Stuart, 2 pm, 7 pm, July 23. Ticket: 772-286-7827; lyrictheatre.com.

Palm Beach Chamber Music Festival: Palm Beach State College, Eissey Campus Theatre, Palm Beach Gardens, 8 pm, July 23, 30. $25. pbcmf.org.

Learn To Zentangle: Relax, relieve stress, create art. Hobe Sound Public Library, 10595 SE US 1, 10:30 am-12:30 pm July 23. Ages 10+. $15-$30. Reservation: 772-528-7383; doodlewithdebbie@gmail.com.

Garden Festival: Master Gardener presentations, plant sale, hourly giveaways. Salerno Bay Manor, 4801 SE Cove Rd., Stuart, 9 am-noon, July 23. RSVP: 772-233-6673.

“Silly Sam The Music Man”: Children’s Summer Reading Program interactive musical show. Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, 2 pm, July 23. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Scouting Showcase Day: MC Fairgrounds, 2616 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart, 9 am-noon, July 23. Ages 10-17.

Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup: Volunteers meet at boat ramps in Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River counties, PO Box 1639, Stuart, 8 am, July 23. Register: 772-285-1646; tcwaterwaycleanup.com.

Bowling For Honor Flight: Stuart Lanes Bowling, 1638 S US 1, noon-2:30 pm, 3-5:30 pm, July 23. $20. 772-286-9700; info@honorflightsefl.org.

Food-Fun, Games Around The World: Duck in the Truck Puppets, Professor O, Speaker the Wonder Dog. Cummings Library, 2551 SW Matheson Ave., Palm City, 11 am, July 23. Grades K-3. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Welcome Home BBQ, Benefit: Marine Lance Cpl. Chris Sills returns from Afghanistan. Route leaves Indian RiverSide Park at 1:45 pm heads through downtown Jensen, ends at VFW Hall, 1805 NE Savannah Rd., Jensen Beach, BBQ 2-8 pm, July 24. Benefits Honor Flight.

Tee It Up: Lost Lake Golf Club, Fazio Dr., Hobe Sound, 1 pm, 4 pm celebration, July 24. $40. Benefits Meals on Wheels. hannakbach@gmail.com; 772-221-3152.

Norton Museum Of Art Trip: Transport by Midnight Sun Tours. North County Senior Center, 5217 Northlake Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, 9:30 am-3 pm, July 27. $25. Register: 561-694-5435; pcgov.com/communityservices/programs/seniorservices.

National Parks Film Series: Janeen Mason discusses her Biscayne National Park exhibit. Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, 2 pm, July 27. 772-221-1403; nps.gov/bisc/parknews/janeen-masons-drawn-to-the-sea.htm.

Family Story Time: Stories, music, craft. Lahti Library, 15200 SW Adams Ave. Indiantown, 11-11:45 am July 28. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

College Football Preview: Lyric Theatre, 59 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart, 7 p.m., July 29. $25-$30. Ticket: 772-286-7827; lyrictheatre.com.

“Honk Jr.”: Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 1001 E Indiantown Rd., 6:30 pm, July 29-30. $15-$20. 561-575-2223; jupitertheatre.org.

Teen Scene – Game Night: Video, board, card games, refreshments. Cummings Library, 2551 SW Matheson Ave., Palm City, 5:30-7:30 pm, July 29. Grades 6-12. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Free Movies: “All the King’s Men” 4 pm July 30, 5 pm July 31; “My Cousin Vinny” 7 pm July 30, 2 pm July 31. Lyric Theatre, 59 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart, Ticket: 772-286-7827; lyrictheatre.com.

“Mariposa Martinez And More Tales From Latin America”: Hispanic stories illustrated with shadow puppetry. Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, 2-2:45 pm, July 30. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Rendezvous for the Riverkeeper: Harry and the Natives, Hobe Sound, 6-10 pm, July 30. $65-$100. Benefits Indian Riverkeeper. 772-631-5827; IndianRiverKeeper.org.

Special July Sale: Ladies bags, shoes. All Saints Episcopal Church Thrift Shop, 2358 NW Patrician St., Jensen Beach, 10 am-2 pm, thru July 30. 772-334-0228; allsaintsjensenbeach.com.Salerno Swagger Pub Crawl: Six stops. Pirate’s, Finz, Manatee Island, Red Eye Cafe, Gettin Crabby, Coconuts. 6 pm, July 30. $25-30; ages: 21+. portsalernocp.org.

Makeup Master Class: Makeup specialist demonstrates eye makeup techniques, basic skin care. Hoke Library, 1150 NW Jack Williams Way, Jensen Beach, 10:30 a.m., July 30. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

AUGUST

Teen Photography Contest: Capture being a teenager in MC. Cummings Library, Palm City, through Aug. 1. Ages 12-17. 772-288-2551; library.martin.fl.us.

Book Talk, Signing: Former Bon Appetit owner, chef to celebrities, author of “Ms. Tiffany’s Palm Beach: Above Stairs to Below Stairs.” Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, 2 pm, Aug. 3. Reservation: 772-221-1403; mclsprograms@martin.fl.us.

Photography Classes: Bring camera. Jensen Beach Community Center, 6-8 pm Aug. 4, 11, 25; Sept. 1. $75. Register: 772-263-1654.

Focus On Foreign Film: Cinema club for screening, discussion. Cummings Library, 2251 SW Matheson Ave., Palm City, 2 pm Aug. 5, Sept. 2. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Jellyfish Lecture: Speaker Evan Orellana. River Center, 805 N US 1, Jupiter, noon, Aug. 5. RSVP: 561-743-7123; RiverCenter@Loxahatcheeriver.org.

Gardens Night Out: Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Rd., Palm Beach Gardens, 6-8:30 pm, Aug. 5. 561-630-1100; recinfo@pbgfl.com.

“Yappy Hour”: Dog, owner social. Le Posh Pup, 4550 PGA Blvd., Ste. 109, Palm Beach Gardens, 6-9 pm, Aug. 5, 561-624-3384; LePoshPup@aol.com.

Antiques Festival: South Florida Fairgrounds, West Palm Beach, 10 am, Aug. 6-7, $6-$10. 941-697-7475; wpbaf.com.

Art Spot Study, Film Series: With Jane Miller. Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, 2 pm, Aug. 9. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Hot Summer Arts: Live art, music, performances, workshop demos. Harbour Bay Plaza, 3766 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart, 5-8 pm, Aug. 11. 772-287-6676; martinarts.org.

Adult Summer Reading Program: Novel Destinations Book Swap ‘n’ Talk; raffle, refreshments. Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, 10:30 am Aug. 13. Adults. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Atlantic Arts Academy: Register for dance, theatre, music opportunities. 6743 W. Indiantown Rd. #34, Jupiter, 10 am-7 pm, Aug. 15. 3+. Register: 561-575-4422; AtlanticArtsAcademy.com.

Teen Movies At Your Library: Cummings Library, 2551 SW Matheson Ave., Palm City, 5:30 pm, 6 pm Aug. 26. Grades 6-12. 772-221-1403; library.martin.fl.us.

Dancin’ In the Streets: Downtown Stuart, Osceola St., 3-11 pm, Aug. 27. $10. Ticket: 772-286-2848; facebook.com/stuartmainstreet.

Summer Sizzle Savings: Receive $25 for every $100 spent in one week at PGA Commons, Palm Beach Gardens. 7 am, thru Aug. 31; pgasummersizzle.com.

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