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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)Readers' Advisory: Romance
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00 pm (Ends at
3:00 pm
)
West Boynton Branch
Want to know what to read next, discover a new author or learn more about a genre? This month we'll explore the Romance genre! Join us to discuss new and established authors and emerging trends.
Link To Activity Download Handouts (PDF) Preregister OnlineBook Discussion: "Jane Austen Society" by: Natalie Jenner
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00 pm (Ends at
3:00 pm
)
Glades Road Branch
Copies available at the Information Desk. 60 Minutes
English Exchange
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00 pm (Ends at
3:00 pm
)
Belle Glade Branch
Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended.
Fairy Tale Fill-in-the-Blank
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00 pm (Ends at
2:45 pm
)
Acreage Branch
Do you love fairy tales? Do you love goofy word games? We're making our very own fractured fairy-tales on the quest to help our heroes reach their wackily ever after. Part game, part silly stories, all fun! Ages 8-12.
Teen Kahoot Trivia Challenge
Thu, Aug 13, 3:00 pm (Ends at
3:45 pm
)
Royal Palm Beach Branch
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.
Jackbox Games
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00 pm (Ends at
5:30 pm
)
Acreage Branch
Join us for some streaming Jackbox Games you can play along with from home using a smartphone or tablet. Ages 12 & up.
Pots and Pans Jamboree!
Fri, Aug 14, 9:30 am (Ends at
10:00 am
)
Main Library
Bring out your pots and pans as we jam in our very own rock band! Ms. Arlene will lead you in some head banging tunes for you to follow. Get ready to have some major fun. Aspirin not included! Ages 2 & up.
Little Adventurers with Ms. Ashley
Fri, Aug 14, 10:30 am (Ends at
11:00 am
)
Lantana Road Branch
Discover fun stories and dance to silly songs. Ages 1-3.
Preschool Story Time: Beach
Fri, Aug 14, 11:00 am (Ends at
11:30 am
)
West Boynton Branch
Spend a virtual summer day at the beach as we share stories and rhymes to entertain your preschooler. Ages 3-5.
CoNNECTED: The Lateral Thinking Game (Teens)
Fri, Aug 14, 11:00 am (Ends at
12:00 pm
)
Belle Glade Branch
It’s not what you know; it’s how you think! Find the hidden connections between seemingly unrelated clues, earn the most points, and win a prize that’s so unbelievable and staggeringly amazing that it will change your life forever. (Or it might be, like, a gift card.) Ages 15--17.
Asistencia Individualizada Virtual
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00 am (Ends at
12:00 pm
)
Lantana Road Branch
¿Tienes dudas acerca del uso de computadoras o libros electrónicos? ¿Crear tu curriculum vitae? ¿Saber de los servicios bibliotecarios? ¿Aprender a usar la plataforma "Zoom"? Si necesitas en otra fecha/hora, llama al teléfono 561-304-4500 para hacer una cita virtual.
CoNNECTED: The Lateral Thinking Game (Adults)
Sat, Aug 15, 3:00 pm (Ends at
4:00 pm
)
Belle Glade Branch
It’s not what you know; it’s how you think! Find the hidden connections between seemingly unrelated clues, earn the most points, and win bragging rights. (Bragging rights have no cash value and are not redeemable for cash.) Ages 18 & up.
Basic Internet Safety
Mon, Aug 17, 3:00 pm (Ends at
4:00 pm
)
Greenacres Branch
Learn the basics of how to protect your home network and yourself online
You Can Cook with Miss Vanessa!
Mon, Aug 17, 3:00 pm (Ends at
3:45 pm
)
Royal Palm Beach Branch
Cook up yummy snacks in a snap with Miss Vanessa. Learn to make a Cinnamon Swirl Mug Cake, a 3-Minute Mug Brownie and Microwave Mug Mac & Cheese just by using a microwave, a microwave-safe mug and a few ingredients. Here is the list of items you will need in order to participate in our cooking adventure: Measuring cups, measuring spoons, 3 microwave-safe mugs, a spatula, a colander, a spoon, flour, brown sugar, powdered sugar, baking powder, salt, butter, milk, water, cinnamon, cocoa powder, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, elbow macaroni, shredded cheddar. Adult supervision is recommended. Ages 11-17.
The Zoomies
Tue, Aug 18, 11:00 am (Ends at
11:30 am
)
Okeechobee Boulevard Branch
Join us for stories and fun! Ages 2-5.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineArt for Adults Online - Open studio
Tue, Aug 18, 1:00 pm (Ends at
4:00 pm
)
Royal Palm Beach Branch
Join us online to explore your artistic interests using different techniques and mediums, improve your skills, and learn new ways to express yourself. Ages 16 & up.
Easy DIY Slime Tutorial
Tue, Aug 18, 2:00 pm (Ends at
2:30 pm
)
Lantana Road Branch
Learn how to make your own slime. You will need a small bottle of Elmer's clear or white glue, a tiny amount of contact lens solution and a tiny amount of baking soda. All ages.
Meditation for Inner Peace
Tue, Aug 18, 2:00 pm (Ends at
3:00 pm
)
Gardens Branch
Many people all over the world are turning to meditation to help them lead a more peaceful and healthy life-style. Scientific studies have proven that the practice of meditation reduces stress and anxiety, as well as decreases the risk of disease. Learn how meditation can bring a healing power to help you in all spheres of your life. There will even be a short meditation sitting. Please join Umesh Bhatia long time meditator and international speaker for this powerful program
Fight For Your Right!
Tue, Aug 18, 3:00 pm (Ends at
4:00 pm
)
Glades Road Branch
Celebrate the 100th year of women's right to vote with the library! The celebration will include a story, discussion of important historic women and a craft. Ages 8 & up.
Lecture and Discussion: The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison
Tue, Aug 18, 6:30 pm (Ends at
7:30 pm
)
Main Library
Dr. Sika Dagbovie-Mullins, Department of English professor at Florida Atlantic University presents an overview of the important themes in Morrison’s début novel, which this year marks the 50th anniversary of its publication. Checkout or reserve copies at your local branch, eBook/eaudiobook available on Cloudlibrary.