Virtual Sensory Storytime
Thu, Aug 11, 10:30 am
Inclusive experience with stories, songs and sensory-focused activities. Kits available at all branches. A recording will be posted on our website. All ages. (30 min.) Presented by Royal Palm Beach Branch.
About this Series
Inclusive experience with stories, songs and sensory-focused activities. Kits available at all branches. A recording will be posted on our website. All ages. (30 min.)
08/11:
Teen Thursdays
Thu, Aug 11, 2:45 pm
Snap Circuits Arcade. Learn basic engineering with these projects. Preregister for this date.
Relax and unwind with us after school in our weekly activities. Grades 6-12. (60 min.) Presented by Jupiter Branch.
About this Series
Relax and unwind with us after school in our weekly activities. Grades 6-12. (60 min.)
08/11: Snap Circuits Arcade. Learn basic engineering with these projects. Preregister for this date.
08/18: "MARVEL"ous! Discuss the comics, MCU or Disney+ shows with your friends. Preregister for this date.
08/25: Dungeons & Dragons. Create a character and explore the Forgotten Realms. Preregister for this date.
Sensory Friendly Browsing Hour
Sat, Aug 13, 10:00 am
Discover opportunities for people with special needs to use the Library and its services in a safe and welcoming environment. All ages. (60 min.) Presented by Tequesta Branch.
About this Series
Discover opportunities for people with special needs to use the Library and its services in a safe and welcoming environment. All ages. (60 min.)
08/13:
The Read: Queer Teen Book Club
Sat, Aug 13, 2:00 pm
Share a favorite book of yours and hear about some others. In partnership with the Compass Community Center. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Presented by Hagen Ranch Road Branch.
About this Series
Share a favorite book of yours and hear about some others. In partnership with the Compass Community Center. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.)
08/13:
Oculus Quest Virtual Reality Experience
Sat, Aug 13, 3:00 pm
Explore, learn, create and play; immerse yourself in a 3D environment! Ages 12-17. Limit 10. (90 min.) Presented by Greenacres Branch.
About this Series
Explore, learn, create and play; immerse yourself in a 3D environment! Ages 12-17. Limit 10. (90 min.)
08/13:
Tabletop Games for Kids & Teens
Sun, Aug 14, 2:00 pm
Explore fantasy worlds full of myth and magic! Create the story with friends as we play the tabletop role-playing game, "Wanderhome." Ages 10-15. Limit 6. (90 min.) Presented by Acreage Branch.
More Dates for This Activity
Sun, Aug 28, 2:00 pm
About this Series
Explore fantasy worlds full of myth and magic! Create the story with friends as we play the tabletop role-playing game, "Wanderhome." Ages 10-15. Limit 6. (90 min.)
08/14: Preregister for this date.
08/28: Preregister for this date.
Teen Anime Club
Sun, Aug 14, 2:00 pm
Explore first episodes of new animes and meet fellow fans. Feel free to cosplay if you'd like! Ages 12-17. (90 min.) Presented by Main Library.
About this Series
Explore first episodes of new animes and meet fellow fans. Feel free to cosplay if you'd like! Ages 12-17. (90 min.)
08/14:
The Book Was Better? Book Discussion
Sun, Aug 14, 2:30 pm
"Mortal Engines." ©Universal Pictures. (128 min.) Film viewing and discussion. Share ideas and snacks. PG-13
Discuss the book and compare the movie. Snacks provided. Grades 9 & up. Space is limited. (2 hr.) Presented by Lantana Road Branch.
About this Series
Discuss the book and compare the movie. Snacks provided. Grades 9 & up. Space is limited. (2 hr.)
08/07: "Mortal Engines," by Philip Reeve. Book discussion. Copies are available at the children's desk.
08/14: "Mortal Engines." ©Universal Pictures. (128 min.) Film viewing and discussion. Share ideas and snacks. PG-13
Pokémon Trading Card Game
Mon, Aug 15, 5:30 pm
Learn how to play! Take home a starter pack curated by our librarians to continue the fun. Ages 8 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Jupiter Branch.
About this Series
Learn how to play! Take home a starter pack curated by our librarians to continue the fun. Ages 8 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/15:
Origami for Adults & Teens: Butterflies & Flowers
Tue, Aug 16, 2:00 pm
Create your own origami butterfly garden. Call the West Boynton Branch at 561-734-5556 for craft kits; available at the West Boynton Branch starting Jul 12, or use your own origami paper. (60 min.) Presented by West Boynton Branch.
About this Series
Create your own origami butterfly garden. Call the West Boynton Branch at 561-734-5556 for craft kits; available at the West Boynton Branch starting Jul 12, or use your own origami paper. (60 min.)
08/16:
DIY Wood Bracelet Cuff
Tue, Aug 16, 6:15 pm
Bending and decorate wood to create bracelet cuffs. Snacks provided. Ages 11 & up. Limit 10. (60 min.) Presented by Tequesta Branch.
About this Series
Bending and decorate wood to create bracelet cuffs. Snacks provided. Ages 11 & up. Limit 10. (60 min.)
08/16:
Anime Club
Wed, Aug 17, 1:30 pm
If you like manga, anime, J-Pop, light novels or anything related to them, then stop on by to watch anime series and movies every Wednesday. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12. First come, first served. (2 hr.) Presented by Belle Glade Branch.
More Dates for This Activity
Wed, Aug 24, 2:30 pm
Wed, Aug 31, 2:30 pm
About this Series
If you like manga, anime, J-Pop, light novels or anything related to them, then stop on by to watch anime series and movies every Wednesday. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12. First come, first served. (2 hr.)
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Wild for World Orangutan Day
Wed, Aug 17, 3:00 pm
Discover what it takes to grow up Critically Endangered. Swing along as we see how to save a species with Borneo Orangutan Survival. Ages 7-17. Space is limited. (45 min.) Presented by Jupiter Branch.
About this Series
Discover what it takes to grow up Critically Endangered. Swing along as we see how to save a species with Borneo Orangutan Survival. Ages 7-17. Space is limited. (45 min.)
08/17:
Teen Hangout: Games, Games, Games!
Wed, Aug 17, 4:00 pm
Wind down after a long day at school with fun board games! Snacks provided. Ages 12-18. (30 min.) Presented by Loula V. York Branch.
About this Series
Wind down after a long day at school with fun board games! Snacks provided. Ages 12-18. (30 min.)
08/17:
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Wed, Aug 17, 4:30 pm
Connect with your Library! Plan and develop future events, brainstorm new ideas and areas of interest. Meet friends and earn community service hours. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Presented by Hagen Ranch Road Branch.
About this Series
Connect with your Library! Plan and develop future events, brainstorm new ideas and areas of interest. Meet friends and earn community service hours. Ages 12-17. (60 min.)
08/17:
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Wed, Aug 17, 4:30 pm
Connect with your Library! Plan and develop future events, brainstorm new ideas and areas of interest. Meet friends and earn community service hours. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Presented by Hagen Ranch Road Branch.
About this Series
Connect with your Library! Plan and develop future events, brainstorm new ideas and areas of interest. Meet friends and earn community service hours. Ages 12-17. (60 min.)
08/17:
Graphic Content: A Book Club About Graphic Novels
Wed, Aug 17, 6:15 pm
There’s a graphic novel for everybody! Discuss your favorite graphic novels and get recommendations to add to your reading list. Ages 15 & up. (30 min.) Presented by Clarence E. Anthony Branch.
About this Series
There’s a graphic novel for everybody! Discuss your favorite graphic novels and get recommendations to add to your reading list. Ages 15 & up. (30 min.)
08/17:
Teen Thursdays
Thu, Aug 18, 2:45 pm
"MARVEL"ous! Discuss the comics, MCU or Disney+ shows with your friends. Preregister for this date.
Relax and unwind with us after school in our weekly activities. Grades 6-12. (60 min.) Presented by Jupiter Branch.
About this Series
Relax and unwind with us after school in our weekly activities. Grades 6-12. (60 min.)
08/11: Snap Circuits Arcade. Learn basic engineering with these projects. Preregister for this date.
08/18: "MARVEL"ous! Discuss the comics, MCU or Disney+ shows with your friends. Preregister for this date.
08/25: Dungeons & Dragons. Create a character and explore the Forgotten Realms. Preregister for this date.
Sensory Friendly Browsing Hour
Sat, Aug 20, 10:00 am
Discover opportunities for people with special needs to use the Library and its services in a safe and welcoming environment. All ages. (60 min.) Presented by Greenacres Branch.
About this Series
Discover opportunities for people with special needs to use the Library and its services in a safe and welcoming environment. All ages. (60 min.)
08/20:
Study Tips for the New School Year
Sat, Aug 20, 10:00 am
Start the new school year on the right foot by learning about Library resources that will prepare you for academic success. Ages 12-18. Space is limited. First come, first served. (30 min.) Presented by Clarence E. Anthony Branch.
About this Series
Start the new school year on the right foot by learning about Library resources that will prepare you for academic success. Ages 12-18. Space is limited. First come, first served. (30 min.)
08/20:
Dungeons & Dragons for New Adults
Sat, Aug 20, 2:00 pm
Adventure with experienced wizards, barbarians and rogues to battle monsters and bring goodness back to the land! Ages 17 & up. Limit 12. (2.5 hr.) Presented by Acreage Branch.
About this Series
Adventure with experienced wizards, barbarians and rogues to battle monsters and bring goodness back to the land! Ages 17 & up. Limit 12. (2.5 hr.)
08/06: Preregister for this date.
08/20: Preregister for this date.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Sat, Aug 20, 2:00 pm
Join forces with the Library and level up your leadership skills through collaborative volunteer projects designed alongside you. Ages 12-17. (90 min.) Presented by Lantana Road Branch.
About this Series
Join forces with the Library and level up your leadership skills through collaborative volunteer projects designed alongside you. Ages 12-17. (90 min.)
08/20:
Teen Babysitting Workshop
Sat, Aug 20, 2:30 pm
PBC Fire Rescue will discuss child development, fire and home safety as well as how to administer basic first aid. Receive a certificate of completion at the end. Ages 12-17. Limit 20. (2 hr.) Call (561) 790-6030 to preregister.Presented by Royal Palm Beach Branch.
About this Series
PBC Fire Rescue will discuss child development, fire and home safety as well as how to administer basic first aid. Receive a certificate of completion at the end. Ages 12-17. Limit 20. (2 hr.) Call (561) 790-6030 to preregister.
08/20:
Teen Volunteer Book Discussion: "You'd Be Home Now," by Kathleen Glasgow
Sun, Aug 21, 11:00 am
Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Presented by Main Library.
About this Series
Ages 12-17. (60 min.)
08/21:
Teen Crafts
Sun, Aug 21, 2:30 pm
Use your creative skills to design a steampunk trunk. Supplies provided. Ages 13 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Lantana Road Branch.
About this Series
Use your creative skills to design a steampunk trunk. Supplies provided. Ages 13 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/21:
Make-a-Friend
Tue, Aug 23, 11:00 am
Learn how to sew your own cryptid creature. Grades 6-12. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Jupiter Branch.
About this Series
Learn how to sew your own cryptid creature. Grades 6-12. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/23:
Virtual Reality at the Library: Session 1
Tue, Aug 23, 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to virtual reality or an expert, our Oculus Quest is charged and waiting for you to give it a try! Ages 9 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Hagen Ranch Road Branch.
About this Series
Whether you're new to virtual reality or an expert, our Oculus Quest is charged and waiting for you to give it a try! Ages 9 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/23:
Everything Explorers Club
Tue, Aug 23, 3:00 pm
Check out our community service-learning club led by you! Have a say in the topic and projects we work on to make a positive impact. Ages 7-17. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Jupiter Branch.
About this Series
Check out our community service-learning club led by you! Have a say in the topic and projects we work on to make a positive impact. Ages 7-17. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/09: Preregister for this date.
08/23: Preregister for this date.
Virtual Reality at the Library: Session 2
Tue, Aug 23, 3:30 pm
Whether you're new to virtual reality or an expert, our Oculus Quest is charged and waiting for you to give it a try! Ages 9 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Hagen Ranch Road Branch.
About this Series
Whether you're new to virtual reality or an expert, our Oculus Quest is charged and waiting for you to give it a try! Ages 9 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/23:
Anime Club
Wed, Aug 24, 2:30 pm
If you like manga, anime, J-Pop, light novels or anything related to them, then stop on by to watch anime series and movies every Wednesday. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12. First come, first served. (2 hr.) Presented by Belle Glade Branch.
More Dates for This Activity
Wed, Aug 17, 1:30 pm
Wed, Aug 31, 2:30 pm
About this Series
If you like manga, anime, J-Pop, light novels or anything related to them, then stop on by to watch anime series and movies every Wednesday. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12. First come, first served. (2 hr.)
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Puzzle Club
Wed, Aug 24, 3:00 pm
Put on your thinking cap and solve some brain-bending puzzles. Ages 12-18. Space is limited. First come, first served. (30 min.) Presented by Clarence E. Anthony Branch.
About this Series
Put on your thinking cap and solve some brain-bending puzzles. Ages 12-18. Space is limited. First come, first served. (30 min.)
08/24:
The Banned Books Club
Wed, Aug 24, 6:15 pm
Discuss the latest books to be banned in schools and libraries across the country. An optional reading list will be emailed following registration. Ages 15 & up. (30 min.) Presented by Clarence E. Anthony Branch.
About this Series
Discuss the latest books to be banned in schools and libraries across the country. An optional reading list will be emailed following registration. Ages 15 & up. (30 min.)
08/24:
Teen Thursdays
Thu, Aug 25, 2:45 pm
Dungeons & Dragons. Create a character and explore the Forgotten Realms. Preregister for this date.
Relax and unwind with us after school in our weekly activities. Grades 6-12. (60 min.) Presented by Jupiter Branch.
About this Series
Relax and unwind with us after school in our weekly activities. Grades 6-12. (60 min.)
08/11: Snap Circuits Arcade. Learn basic engineering with these projects. Preregister for this date.
08/18: "MARVEL"ous! Discuss the comics, MCU or Disney+ shows with your friends. Preregister for this date.
08/25: Dungeons & Dragons. Create a character and explore the Forgotten Realms. Preregister for this date.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Thu, Aug 25, 5:00 pm
Plan and develop future events, brainstorm new ideas and areas of interest. Earn community service hours. Ages 12-17. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Gardens Branch.
About this Series
Plan and develop future events, brainstorm new ideas and areas of interest. Earn community service hours. Ages 12-17. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/25:
Digital Art With the iPad
Fri, Aug 26, 4:00 pm
Express your creative side with the Procreate art app. Limit 5. (60 min.) Presented by Glades Road Branch.
About this Series
Express your creative side with the Procreate art app. Limit 5. (60 min.)
08/26:
Sensory Friendly Browsing Hour
Sat, Aug 27, 10:00 am
Discover opportunities for people with special needs to use the Library and its services in a safe and welcoming environment. All ages. (60 min.) Presented by Wellington Branch.
About this Series
Discover opportunities for people with special needs to use the Library and its services in a safe and welcoming environment. All ages. (60 min.)
08/27:
My Anime Academia
Sat, Aug 27, 2:00 pm
Librarycore, but make it Anime! Drop by our new club for anime, manga, games, food and Japanese pop culture. You’ll vote on our watchlist. Snacks provided. Ages 13-17. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Lantana Road Branch.
About this Series
Librarycore, but make it Anime! Drop by our new club for anime, manga, games, food and Japanese pop culture. You’ll vote on our watchlist. Snacks provided. Ages 13-17. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/27:
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Aug 27, 2:00 pm
Adventure in the world of D&D with fellow wizards, barbarians and rogues to battle monsters and bring goodness back to the world! Ages 12 & up. Space is limited. (2 hr.) Presented by Main Library.
About this Series
Adventure in the world of D&D with fellow wizards, barbarians and rogues to battle monsters and bring goodness back to the world! Ages 12 & up. Space is limited. (2 hr.)
08/27:
Up For the Challenge?: Cold Case
Sat, Aug 27, 2:30 pm
Put on your detective hat as you collect clues and use the found evidence to catch the gnarly suspect. Ages 12 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Okeechobee Boulevard Branch.
About this Series
Put on your detective hat as you collect clues and use the found evidence to catch the gnarly suspect. Ages 12 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/27:
Tabletop Games for Kids & Teens
Sun, Aug 28, 2:00 pm
Explore fantasy worlds full of myth and magic! Create the story with friends as we play the tabletop role-playing game, "Wanderhome." Ages 10-15. Limit 6. (90 min.) Presented by Acreage Branch.
More Dates for This Activity
Sun, Aug 14, 2:00 pm
About this Series
Explore fantasy worlds full of myth and magic! Create the story with friends as we play the tabletop role-playing game, "Wanderhome." Ages 10-15. Limit 6. (90 min.)
08/14: Preregister for this date.
08/28: Preregister for this date.
K-Pop/K-Drama Club
Sun, Aug 28, 2:30 pm
Discuss the latest in K-Pop and K-Dramas! Ages 14-17. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Lantana Road Branch.
About this Series
Discuss the latest in K-Pop and K-Dramas! Ages 14-17. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/28:
Oculus Quest: VR
Tue, Aug 30, 5:30 pm
Learn the basics of how to use the all-in-one gaming system built in a virtual reality headset. Ages 13-17. Space is limited. (60 min.) Presented by Gardens Branch.
About this Series
Learn the basics of how to use the all-in-one gaming system built in a virtual reality headset. Ages 13-17. Space is limited. (60 min.)
08/30:
TAG: Teen Advisory Group
Tue, Aug 30, 6:15 pm
Bring your ideas for activities and programming you would like to attend in the future. Refreshments provided. Ages 12 & up. Limit 12. (45 min.) Presented by Tequesta Branch.
About this Series
Bring your ideas for activities and programming you would like to attend in the future. Refreshments provided. Ages 12 & up. Limit 12. (45 min.)
08/30:
Anime Club
Wed, Aug 31, 2:30 pm
If you like manga, anime, J-Pop, light novels or anything related to them, then stop on by to watch anime series and movies every Wednesday. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12. First come, first served. (2 hr.) Presented by Belle Glade Branch.
More Dates for This Activity
Wed, Aug 17, 1:30 pm
Wed, Aug 24, 2:30 pm
About this Series
If you like manga, anime, J-Pop, light novels or anything related to them, then stop on by to watch anime series and movies every Wednesday. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12. First come, first served. (2 hr.)
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High-stakes Multiplayer Competitive Wordle
Wed, Aug 31, 6:00 pm
Think you’ve got Wordle skills? Put them to the test in this multiplayer variation that pits you against another player in a one-on-one lexical deathmatch. (45 min.) Presented by Clarence E. Anthony Branch.
About this Series
Think you’ve got Wordle skills? Put them to the test in this multiplayer variation that pits you against another player in a one-on-one lexical deathmatch. (45 min.)
08/31:
Teen Thursdays
Thu, Sep 01, 2:45 pm
Grandparents' Day Cards. Use our supplies to design your own. (60 min.)
Relax and unwind with us after school. Grades 6-12. Presented by Jupiter Branch.
About this Series
Relax and unwind with us after school. Grades 6-12.
09/01: Grandparents' Day Cards. Use our supplies to design your own. (60 min.)
09/08: Ozobots. Program a tiny robot who obeys your commands! (60 min.)
09/15: Nintendo. Compete against your friends in one of our many Mario games. (60 min.)
09/22: "Dear Evan Hansen." ©Universal Pictures. (137 min.) Film viewing. PG-13
09/29: Dungeons & Dragons. Explore the Forgotten Realms on an epic adventure. (60 min.)
Sensory Friendly Browsing Hour
Sat, Sep 03, 10:00 am
Discover opportunities for people with special needs to use the Library and its services in a safe and welcoming environment. All ages. (60 min.) Presented by Lantana Road Branch.
About this Series
Discover opportunities for people with special needs to use the Library and its services in a safe and welcoming environment. All ages. (60 min.)
09/03:
Anime Club
Sat, Sep 03, 2:00 pm
Enjoy watching anime with your friends while munching on snacks. Learn about the latest manga titles we have in our collection. Refreshments provided. Ages 12 & up. Space is limited. (90 min.) Presented by Okeechobee Boulevard Branch.
About this Series
Enjoy watching anime with your friends while munching on snacks. Learn about the latest manga titles we have in our collection. Refreshments provided. Ages 12 & up. Space is limited. (90 min.)
09/03:
The Read: Queer Teen Book Discussion
Sat, Sep 03, 2:00 pm
Share a favorite book and hear about others with Compass Community Center for our queer teen book club. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Presented by Acreage Branch.
About this Series
Share a favorite book and hear about others with Compass Community Center for our queer teen book club. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.)
09/03:
Doodle Pencil Bags
Sat, Sep 03, 2:30 pm
Choose from one of our preprinted doodle designed bags and color your own cloth pencil bag. Ages 12-17. (90 min.) Presented by West Boca Branch.
About this Series
Choose from one of our preprinted doodle designed bags and color your own cloth pencil bag. Ages 12-17. (90 min.)
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