Wellington’s residential water meter replacement began in June 2026 and is expected to take 12 to 18 months.

The new smart meters will send usage readings wirelessly to the utility office, replacing weekly drive-by collection.

For households, the promised benefits are more accurate bills, better customer service and improved notifications.

The automated system should also reduce routine vehicle trips through Wellington neighborhoods once it is in place.

The village says customers will face no direct charge for the replacement.

Residents need not be home for installation, but should watch for a mailed notice and a door hanger before crews arrive.

Authorized Envocore technicians will wear uniforms and carry photo identification, and their vehicles will be marked.

Water service may be interrupted for 15 to 30 minutes.

Afterward, residents should run a bathtub faucet or outdoor spigot for two to three minutes to clear air from the lines.

Clearing plants and landscaping around meter boxes beforehand can help installations go smoothly.

Absolute Queen is bringing a dinner-and-show experience to Palm Beach Kennel Club on Friday, October 2, 2026, offering Wellington fans a nearby night of Queen’s music.

The venue is at 1111 North Congress Avenue in West Palm Beach, not Wellington.

Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the tribute performance begins at 8 PM.

With layered harmonies and theatrical energy, Absolute Queen aims to capture the sound and spirit of a Queen concert.

Fans can make an evening of it, but should check whether dinner is included with their chosen admission.

Ticket prices, seating and availability should be confirmed with the venue, and Wellington visitors may want to allow extra time for the drive and parking.

Wellington residents looking for a fall farmers market can head east to the downtown West Palm Beach waterfront.

The West Palm Beach GreenMarket is scheduled to return October 3 for its 32nd season, with Saturday hours from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. near North Clematis Street.

Shoppers can browse fresh produce, tropical fruit, baked goods, flowers and plants, along with dishes inspired by the Caribbean, Europe, Asia and Latin America.

Five new vendors are joining the lineup, including Ba Café, Arya Tea Bar and Macaroner, while four longtime businesses will receive Legacy Vendor recognition.

Live music, workshops and a chef competition will give visitors reasons to linger.

For Wellington families, the market offers a waterfront change of scenery and plenty to explore beyond the produce stalls.

Wellington fans can catch the Blues Brothers Soul Band nearby this fall, but the show is in Delray Beach, not Wellington.

The tribute band is scheduled to perform October 2, 2026, from 8 to 10 p.m. at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach.

Paul Ferretti plays Jake Blues and Robert Vicens plays Elwood, backed by a full band with guitar, keyboards, bass, drums and horns.

The act channels the sharp suits, swagger and rhythm and blues that made the fictional brothers famous, with a sound inspired by soul legends including Aretha Franklin and Ray Charles.

Those influences are not a confirmed setlist, and no Wellington performance is listed, so local fans should plan for a trip to Delray Beach.

Wellington residents can explore the Everglades through art this fall at Cornell Art Museum in downtown Delray Beach.

River of Grass opens October 1, 2026, with a $5 reception and artist meet-and-greet from 6 to 8 in the evening.

The exhibition runs through January 24, 2027, at Old School Square, 51 North Swinton Avenue.

Created by 12 artists in collaboration with the Fiber Artist Miami Association and The Center: Hollywood Art & Culture Center, the installation transforms two lower galleries into a walk-through encounter with Florida’s wetlands.

Six-foot-square looms frame woven works that invite visitors to notice the Everglades’ textures, movement and interconnected life.

Named for Marjory Stoneman Douglas’s influential 1947 book, River of Grass offers Wellington families a fresh way to experience a landscape central to South Florida’s future.

Delray Beach residents looking for a quieter start can explore Morikami’s Japanese gardens before the crowds arrive.

Members can enter at 9 a.m., an hour before the gardens open to the public.

The early access offers time to slow down, walk the paths and enjoy the surroundings without rushing into the rest of the day.

Program information mentions Wednesdays and Fridays, but the posted recurring schedule lists Wednesdays, so anyone planning a Friday visit should check availability first.

The Wednesday schedule runs from late September 2026 through March 2027.

Located at 4000 Morikami Park Road, the gardens offer members a simple way to make a peaceful morning walk part of their routine.

Wellington residents may notice a stronger chlorine smell or taste in their tap water this October as Wellington Utilities carries out routine maintenance.

From October 5 through October 26, the utility will temporarily use free chlorine instead of chloramines to disinfect drinking water.

The utility says the water will remain safe to drink and that crews will monitor chlorine levels and test water quality daily.

A noticeable chlorine smell alone does not mean the water is unsafe.

Crews may also flush neighborhood fire hydrants to move water through the system and clear sediment and minerals from pipes.

Residents with questions about specific health needs should consult a doctor, while aquarium owners should check their tap water treatment routine before filling tanks.

Wellington Utilities expects to resume using chloramines after the maintenance period ends.

For wine lovers in Wellington, Florida, Cooper’s Hawk Wine Club pairs a monthly bottle pickup with dining perks and opportunities to explore new wines.

Month-to-month memberships offer one, two or three bottles, with Variety and Sweet options subject to club rules.

The one-bottle Variety plan starts at $25.25, while two- and three-bottle plans include a monthly tasting for two.

Members also receive tasting notes and recipes, plus dining rewards, retail wine discounts and birthday benefits, though exclusions may apply.

Pickup is the standard option, while quarterly delivery is available where permitted and requires an adult signature.

Three-, six- and twelve-month gift memberships offer another way to share the experience.

Themed Wine Club Dinners, special events and trips may add a social draw, depending on availability.

Before joining, Wellington residents should check current terms and consider whether they will use the tastings and other benefits often enough to make membership worthwhile.

Molé Cantina Wellington will mark a new chapter with a free community celebration on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m.

The gathering will honor retiring founder Nick Cervera and introduce new owners Sia Hemmati and Chef Daryn Garcia.

Guests can meet the incoming team, sample complimentary bites from a refreshed happy hour menu and enjoy two-for-one house margaritas.

DJ Babalu will bring hip-hop, R&B, pop and Latin music to the evening.

For longtime regulars, it is a chance to celebrate a familiar gathering place while getting to know the people shaping its future.

Newcomers are welcome, too, at 2557 South State Road 7, Suite 150, in Wellington.

The event is open to the public, offering neighbors a relaxed way to share in the restaurant’s fresh start.

Wellington Town Center is one of four finalists for the 2026 Great Places in Florida People’s Choice Award, a statewide honor for places that bring people together.

For local families, that sense of connection is familiar: neighbors meet at concerts at the Wellington Amphitheater, children play at Scott’s Place Playground, and visitors stroll the walking paths and green space.

The Wellington Community Center hosts gatherings, while the Wellington Patriot Memorial offers a place for reflection.

Food truck nights, music and holiday events add to a calendar that turns everyday visits into community traditions.

Wellington won the same award in 2023 for its Environmental Preserve at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Everglades Habitat.

Residents, visitors and local businesses can vote online for Town Center through September 30, with the winner expected to be announced October 1.