5 fun things to do this weekend, August 10 - 12

Events taking place in your area

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Posted: 08/09/2012

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Jamaica 50th Independence Celebration

United Sports & Social Club is presenting the Jamaica 50th Independence Celebration this Sunday at the Meyer Amphitheater in West Palm Beach. It will be a fun-filled day for the entire family with gospel music, cultural activities, reggae music, and more. For more information, click here.

Paws2Help One Day Sale

Paws2Help is hosting a One Day Sale this Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Most items are new and include pet products, collectibles and home goods, like lamps, pots for your garden, tables and purses. All proceeds benefit the animal shelter. For more information, call (561) 712-1911.

Women's Roller Derby Bout

The South Florida Rollergirls will be taking on the Bradentucky Bombers from Bradenton on Sunday at Skatetown USA in Fort Pierce. Tailgating starts at 4 p.m. with music and BBQ. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the bout will start at 6 p.m. Admission is $10 at the door and kids under 12 free! This is a family friendly event that is fun for all ages! Face painting available, along with a skater meet-and-greet after the bout! For more information, click here.

Family Fun Day and Book Drive

Family Fun Day and Book Drive by Flagler Bank benefiting Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League is taking place this Saturday from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. Come on out to 555 Northlake Blvd. in North Palm Beach for great food, fun, bounce houses, pet adoptions and a book drive. All new or used books collected will be resold at Books for a Buck for $1 - $3 and proceeds from the book sales will be donated to Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League. This is a free, pet friendly event.

Global Invasion: Juliana | Contemplation

See Juliana Polanskaya at Delray's Arts Garage this Friday at 7:30 p.m. The event is a fusion of classical, contemporary and international songs presented in an original blend of jazz and ethno arrangements. For more information, click here.