The Mandel Public Library and Grassy Waters Nature Center and Cypress Trail will be closed Sunday, April 5, 2026, in observance of Easter. On Monday, April 6, 2026, Grassy Waters will reopen at 8 a.m. and the Mandel Public Library will at 9:30 a.m.
The Parks and Recreation Department are so proud to provide great recreation events and programs for everyone to enjoy!
We had a wonderful time at our South Olive Community Center meeting the hardworking West Palm Beach police officers who help to protect our communities.
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Our South Olive summer programs have ended for another season. We all had such a fun time, and we are looking forward to doing it again next summer.
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Our Festival of Fun this year was a great success! Everyone enjoyed the activities at Gaines Park, and at the Warren Hawkins Aquatic Center.
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An eggcellent time was had by all at our Howard Park Annual Giant Easter Egg Hunt!
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A fun festival was had by all our wonderful kids and staff who celebrated a successful summer camp season this year!
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The Mayor acknowledged the fantastic pictures taken by the children of our community. We are so impressed by our young photographers. Congratulations!
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The children attending our FOOSA Childcare Program at South Olive Community Center did an amazing job decorating the doors for the Holidays! We are so proud of them and we want to share for you all to enjoy! Happy Holidays to you and yours!
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Santa and his helper stopped by South Olive Community Center to visit the Pixie Program. He put smiles on both the children and the parents' faces. Happy Holidays!
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