The Great Decisions Group discusses timely international topics during eight Monday morning meetings from January 28 through March 25 (excluding Presidents Day).
Want to learn more about Florida-Friendly gardens, composting, or citrus trees? Need a plant or insect identified? On the first and third Monday mornings of every month, from 10:00 a.m.
Drop in to get assistance with and ask questions about downloading library books to your computer and other devices, such as the Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPod, iPhone and Android phones and tablets.
Tax Help
Girls STEAM Ahead Robotics Workshop
Enjoy building a robot with VEXiQ Robotics! Test your attention to detail and watch your robot come alive!
Build a Clawbot in teams of 3-4 girls and compete in the robotics timed challenge.
Girls STEAM Ahead!
Free unbiased counseling for Medicare from 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Then from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Baby/Toddler Story Time
Join us for a traditional program of stories, rhymes, songs, and activities.
For 0 to 30 months with caregivers.
Florida Author David Mather presents his latest novel Raw Dawgin' .
Join us for stories, rhymes, and music. Concludes with a craft.
For 2 1/2 to 5 years with caregivers.
Join us to hear Dick Wall talk about "Mister Owita's Guide to Gardening: How I Learned the Unexpected Joy of a Green Thumb and an Open Heart," a memoir written by his wife. Carol Wall died of breast cancer complications shortly after the
Family Movie: Toy Story
Join us for our afternoon family movie, Toy Story.
Teens, looking for something to do on Spring Break? Come join us in the teen room for the movie screening of Black Panther, rated PG 13. Snacks will be provided.
Spring Crafts
Enjoy making lots of spring themed crafts! For ages 2-11.
discuss and write poetry
playing chess
Learn the basics of using your iPad and iPhone. Class will cover the buttons, navigating and understanding the settings menus/options, connecting to the internet, navigating internet menus (Safari), and basic sharing features.
Interlibrary Loan and Library Catalog Searching Help Desk
As of 3/14/19, the searching class has been replaced with a drop-in help desk for catalog searching, library mobile app, and interlibrary loan questions.
No registration necessary. Just stop by or drop in between 2 and 3 p.m.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns.
Volunteers from the AARP Tax Aide Program will be available for free individual tax preparation and e-filing. Any age/income level welcome. Please bring a photo ID (required), and any other documents that apply.
Looking for something a little more advanced than basic Spanish lessons? Every Monday from 3:30-5, join an open group of intermediate Spanish speakers for a small discussion-oriented lecture.
Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.
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Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. The dogs love the attention and the kids love the interactions.
Learn to knit or crochet! All ages and skill levels welcome! It is recommended to bring your own yarn and needles. Instructor-supplied yarns remain with the instructor weekly until piece is completed.
Open Lab in the Creation Station
Come use our Adobe/ Mac software and sewing machines on your own personal projects. Time slots are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis.
LEGOs at the Library
Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination.
Teens, looking for something to do on Spring Break? Come join us in the teen room for the movie screening of Black Panther, rated PG 13. Snacks will be provided.
Cancelled - English for Spanish Speakers - Gratis Clase de Ingles para Hispanohablantes
Family Movie: Toy Story
Did you miss the first showing of Toy Story? Well we are playing it again!