Watch an Activity Online
The library is now offering activities to attend online. Preregister online and receive the login information for your activity, then click on the link provided here to download Zoom and attend.
Zoom Instructions For Participants (PDF)Exceptional Equines
Mon, Oct 19, 9:30 am (Ends at
10:00 am
)
Available To All
Calling all cowboys and cowgirls! Giddy up on over to our story time about real and pretend members of the horse family. Ages 3-5. Presented by the West Boynton Branch.
Introduction to Mac Numbers
Mon, Oct 19, 10:00 am (Ends at
11:00 am
)
Available To All
Learn about Apple’s spreadsheet program and create a simple budget. Presented by the Royal Palm Beach Branch.
Ogres, Giants and Wolves, Oh My! Stories for 3-5's.
Mon, Oct 19, 11:00 am (Ends at
11:45 am
)
Available To All
Enjoy stories, songs and more about ogres, giants and other well-known storybook character "bad guys". Ages 3-5. Presented by the Royal Palm Beach Branch.
Virtual Strum-Along
Mon, Oct 19, 2:00 pm (Ends at
2:00 pm
)
Available To All
Join other musicians in a Zoom Meeting playing standard chord progressions following a “bouncing ball” over the chords! You can strum the chords or improvise. Beginner to advanced musicians playing any instrument are welcome! Chords you need to know are G, G7, C, D, D7 & A7 Presented by the Okeechobee Boulevard Branch.
Backgammon Board Set up and Rules
Mon, Oct 19, 3:00 pm (Ends at
4:30 pm
)
Available To All
How to play backgammon. Presented by the Lantana Road Branch.
Chess with Mr. G!
Mon, Oct 19, 5:00 pm (Ends at
5:45 pm
)
Available To All
Learn the basics of chess and polish your skills! Mr. G, your instructor, will teach you everything you need to learn regarding this world renowned game! To register for this activity you must make a free account with chess.com. Ready, Set, Checkmate! Ages 6-12. Ages 6-12. Presented by the Main Library.
Computer Learning Month: Computer Basics
Tue, Oct 20, 10:00 am (Ends at
10:30 am
)
Available To All
Students will be introduced to the components of the computer, including how to turn a computer on, how to use a keyboard and mouse and how to create, save, close and reopen a file. Presented by the Main Library.
Toddler Story Time
Tue, Oct 20, 10:00 am (Ends at
10:30 am
)
Available To All
Stories and songs for our tiny tots! Ages 1-2. Presented by the West Boynton Branch.
Wee Readers with Ms. Eden
Tue, Oct 20, 11:00 am (Ends at
11:30 am
)
Available To All
Let's come together for an engaging storytime for our young readers! Theme of the Week: Being Kind. After registering, stop by the Wellington Branch Library for a pre-made craft bundle. Ages 1-3. Presented by the Wellington Branch.
How to Master the Art of Brewing Tea
Tue, Oct 20, 11:00 am (Ends at
12:30 pm
)
Available To All
Some tips on how to brew the perfect cup of tea. Presented by the Lantana Road Branch.
Flipster
Tue, Oct 20, 2:00 pm (Ends at
2:45 pm
)
Available To All
Find magazines online for free using your library card. Presented by the West Boynton Branch.
Carolina Storyteller Celebrates Hispanic Heritage: Magic Comes in 3
Tue, Oct 20, 2:00 pm (Ends at
3:30 am
)
Available To All
Enjoy fairy tales and folktales where the magic happens in 3! Presented by the Community Engagement.
Okeeheelee Nature Center VIRTUALLY: Owls
Tue, Oct 20, 3:30 pm (Ends at
4:00 pm
)
Available To All
Join a Naturalist from Okeeheelee Nature Center to learn all about owls. Ages 5 & up. Presented by the Main Library.
Virtual English Exchange
Tue, Oct 20, 5:00 pm (Ends at
6:00 pm
)
Available To All
Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. Presented by the Hagen Ranch Road Branch.
How to Make a Podcast with Donald August Versus the Land of Flowers
Tue, Oct 20, 6:00 pm (Ends at
7:00 pm
)
Available To All
Presented by the creators of Donald August Versus the Land of Flowers, a homemade comedy fiction podcast. They will discuss how they wrote, voiced, soundtracked, produced, and distributed it and answer questions about creating your own fiction or podcast. Presented by the Wellington Branch.
Informed and Engaged: Poverty Awareness
Tue, Oct 20, 6:00 pm (Ends at
7:00 pm
)
Available To All
Observe Poverty Awareness Week with a discussion of Peter Edelman’s, “Not a Crime to Be Poor: The Criminalization of Poverty in America.” The book is a deep dive into pressing issues surrounding American inequality—namely widespread policies which disproportionately affect the low-income, African-American population—and what can be done about it. Electronic copies of the book are available on Hoopla. https://www.hoopladigital.com/title/11966185 Hosted in partnership with the PBC Community Services Department. (60 min.) Presented by the Community Engagement.
Teen Kahoot Trivia Challenge: Urban Legends, Mythical Creatures and The Unexplained.
Tue, Oct 20, 6:00 pm (Ends at
7:00 pm
)
Available To All
Like to play trivia games? We do! Play along with us! You will need access to an iPhone, smartphone, tablet or computer in order to participate. Ages 12-17. Presented by the Royal Palm Beach Branch.
Countdown to Kindergarten - New Books!
Wed, Oct 21, 9:15 am (Ends at
10:00 am
)
Available To All
Join Ms. Amberdenise for a special weekly storytime to help us get ready for Kindergarten. Ages 3-5. Presented by the Main Library.
Computer Learning Month: Google Sheets
Wed, Oct 21, 11:00 am (Ends at
11:30 am
)
Available To All
Learn to create spreadsheets and edit data with Google's free online program. Presented by the Main Library.
Bouncing Babies Story Time
Wed, Oct 21, 11:00 am (Ends at
11:30 am
)
Available To All
Bring your shakers and join us for stories, songs and rhymes just for babies. Ages 3-12 mos. Presented by the Gardens Branch.