Your West Neighbor — community news for West Lake Worth and West Boynton Beach
Hi! Welcome to Your West Neighbor, your go-to spot for what's happening around West Lake Worth and West Boynton Beach — from school updates and kids' activities to local events and neighborhood news you'll actually want to know about.
Fright Nights Returns to the South Florida Fairgrounds This October
South Florida's biggest haunted attraction is back with three brand-new haunts, scare zones, rides, and live entertainment — Thursday through Saturday nights all October long.
October
Upcoming happeningsCommunity Events
Fright Nights Returns to the South Florida Fairgrounds This October
Community Events
Spookyville Brings an Old-Fashioned Halloween to Yesteryear Village
Community Events
West Palm Beach GreenMarket is back for a New Season on the Waterfront
Community Events
Boynton Beach Pirate Fest Sets Sail Halloween Weekend
Schools
Fourth Graders Get a Free Year of National Parks Through Every Kid Outdoors
The federal program hands every fourth grader in the country a free annual pass covering their whole family, and Palm Beach County families don't have to travel far to use it
Community Events
West Palm Beach GreenMarket is back for a New Season on the Waterfront
South Florida's most decorated farmers market kicks off another Saturday season downtown, building on a run that's made it one of the most-awarded markets in the country.
Neighborhood
What Amendment 3 Would Mean for Palm Beach County Homeowners
Florida voters decide in November whether to dramatically expand the homestead exemption, a move supporters call overdue relief and opponents warn could hit local budgets hard.
The Neighborhood Rolodex
Trusted local pros
Neighbor-recommended electricians, plumbers, pool techs, and cleaners across West Lake Worth and West Boynton.
ASE Certified
Apex Automotive
Apex Automotive in Lake Worth, FL is a tire and auto repair shop offering services like oil changes, brake repairs, engine diagnostics, suspension work, and A/C repair. They've been serving the local community since 2005 with ASE-certified technicians.
West Lake Worth · West Boynton
Licensed
Assist Electric
Provides residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installation, repair, and upgrade services. Licensed and insured. Services include panel upgrades, EV chargers, whole-house surge, and generator hookups.
Palm Beach County
Local
Dry Solutions
A family-run carpet cleaning company serving Palm Beach County and Broward County, FL, offering top-quality steam and dry carpet cleaning, upholstery and sofa cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, leather furniture and drapery cleaning at a fair price.
West Lake Worth · West Boynton
Licensed
J Garcia Aluminum & Fence
With over 23 years of experience, Jorge Garcia Aluminum and Fence LLC is a fully licensed and insured, premiere fencing contractor serving Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, and Broward counties. From custom-built wood and aluminum fences to durable PVC vinyl and chain link, every post is set in concrete and every board hand-installed for lasting strength.
Palm Beach County
For the kids
Camps & youth activities
Day camps, sports leagues, dance, and after-school programs across West Lake Worth and West Boynton.
Art Cellar Kidz Art
KidzArt West Palm Beach is dedicated to nurturing creativity and artistic growth in children. Beyond art, their program instills a sense of accomplishment and self-assurance in students. Their curriculum encompasses diverse art mediums, challenging 3-D projects, and a unique multi-cultural approach, delivering an enriching experience for every participant.
Ages Grades K-5
Chef Kids PBA
A mobile culinary program in the Palm Beach area that teaches cooking to elementary school children through an interactive, STEAM-based curriculum. The program blends culinary skills with science, technology, engineering, art, and math. It operates directly through after-school enrichment programs, preschools, homeschool groups, and private birthday parties.
Ages Grade K-5
Fearless Run Club
A youth development organization that uses track and field to build confidence, physical resilience, and leadership skills in children. They bridge the gap between high-pressure competitive leagues and casual play by focusing on effort, personal growth, and sportsmanship. The program is run by passionate community volunteers and coaches who emphasize character building alongside athletic fundamentals.
Ages Grades K-8
Helton Silva BJJ
A family-owned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts academy in Wellington, Florida, led by black belts Helton and Katie Silva. The academy provides comprehensive Gi, No-Gi, Muay Thai, and self-defense training for all ages, featuring specialized programs like homeschool classes and free training for law enforcement officers.
Ages 2 - Adults
For families
Palm Beach County school calendar, 2026–2027
Every holiday, break, and teacher work day when kids are home — plus a printable copy for the fridge in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, and Portuguese.
- Coming up
- Professional development dayTue, Nov 3, 2026
- Veterans DayWed, Nov 11, 2026
- Thanksgiving BreakNov 23 – 27, 2026
- Winter BreakDec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
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