THINGS TO DO
1. “Mary Poppins Jr.”: July 26-28, Lake Worth Playhouse, The jack-of-all-trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before
Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren’t the only ones upon whom she has a profound effect. For tickets, www.lakeworthplayhouse.org/kid_families.html
2. Fourth annual Women’s Wellness Conference: Scheduled for Aug. 18 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Compass Community Center, 201 N. Dixie Highway. Lesbian, bisexual and transgender women can be at greater risk for certain health disparities but often face significant barriers to addressing them. The first step to overcoming these barriers is through education. This conference is designed to address the unique and diverse needs of women in the community. The event is free but registration is required.
3. “Lake Worth Has Talent”: Oct. 28, 6:30 p.m., at the Lake Worth Playhouse. The annual event is offering a $1,000 first-place prize for 16 and under and for 17 and older; a $500 second-place prize for 16 and under and for 17 and older; and a $250 thirdplace prize chosen by the audience. Tickets are on sale at the box office or www.LakeWorthPlayhouse.org