The Town of Lake Park’s annual Back 2 School Extravaganza took place on Saturday, August 9, 2025, and it was another wonderful success! Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and volunteers, we distributed over 700 backpacks filled with school supplies to help students prepare for the new school year.

More than 15 vendors were on-site sharing helpful resources with families, and guests enjoyed free hot dogs, chips, and drinks. We’re deeply grateful to everyone who helped make this event possible — your support ensures our students and families start the school year strong. 

LAKE PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY RECEIVES AWARD FROM BRIDGES AT LAKE PARK

The Lake Park Public Library received the “Phenomenal North Star” Award from BRIDGES at Lake Park during its first annual “Celebrating Our North Stars” awards banquet on Thursday, July 24. The award, which was accepted by Lake Park Public Library Director Judith Cooper, was presented in recognition of the library’s ongoing support of BRIDGES and its mission to connect local families to community resources so more children are born healthy, remain free from abuse and neglect, are ready for kindergarten and have increased access to quality afterschool and summer programs. 

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF KELSEY PARK EAST TENNIS COURT

In order to ensure the safety of our community members, the Town of Lake Park has made the decision to close one of our tennis courts temporarily, effective Wednesday, April 30, 2025, due to ground anomalies that pose a potential safety hazard. The court will remain closed until a full assessment is completed and necessary repairs are made.    

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to ensure the quality and safety of all amenities we offer. Please contact the Town’s Recreation Supervisor, Michael Sloan, at 561-881-3338 or msloan@lakeparkflorida.gov with any questions.

PALM BEACH COUNTY LAUNCHES ASSISTANCE PORTAL FOR UNSHELTERED RESIDENTS

The Palm Beach County Community Services Department has announced the launch of a referral portal to facilitate the assistance of unsheltered families and individuals residing in the county. This user-friendly portal is accessible to individuals and families currently experiencing homelessness, concerned community members seeking to assist those in need, and local law enforcement officers identifying individuals in crisis.

Upon submission of a referral, the request will be directed to the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) at the Community Services Department. The team will then begin to work connecting individuals to appropriate resources, shelter and supportive services.

The Assistance Portal can be found online at www.pbcgov.com/communityservices or at any of the eight self-service kiosk locations throughout the county. Each kiosk is equipped with a touch screen, menu of available services and programs and a built-in scanner/printer. The locations are:

• North County Senior Center, 5217 Northlake Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens

• Mid County Senior Center, 3680 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth

• Community Services Department Service Center, 810 Datura Street, West Palm Beach

• Community Services Department Service Center,1699 Wingfield Street, Lake Worth

• Community Services Department Service Center, 1440 MLK Boulevard, Riviera Beach

• Community Services Department Service Center, 38754 State Road 80, Belle Glade

• Palm Beach County Main Library, 3650 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach

• Homeless Coalition PBC, 345 S. Congress Avenue, Delray Beach

To learn more about the many programs and services provided by the Community Services Department, please visit www.pbcgov.com/communityservices or call 833-CSD-WILL.

PROFESSIONAL PRIVATE AND GROUP TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL LESSONS ARE PROHIBITED ON ALL LAKE PARK COURTS

Please contact the PBSO non-emergency line at 561-688-3466 if you are unable to access one of Lake Park's tennis or pickleball courts because a lesson is taking place. These lessons are not permitted, however we urge you to contact PBSO and avoid taking matters into your own hands.