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.
Digital Drawing: Faces and Fundamentals
Thu, Jul 16, 3:00 pm (Ends at
4:00 pm
)
Acreage Branch
Flex your creative muscles and pick up some digital art fundamentals as you learn the basics of drawing faces on your tablet or phone. A finger is fine, but a stylus or Apple Pencil is recommended for the class. Beginners welcome! Please download the free Sketchbook App by Autodesk before class. Ages 10-14.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineHello Unicorns, Good-bye Germs!
Thu, Jul 16, 4:00 pm (Ends at
4:30 pm
)
Greenacres Branch
Who doesn’t love unicorns and glitter? Join us for stories about magical unicorns and then checkout an experiment using glitter that demonstrates how to say “good-bye” to germs! If you would like to join in the fun, all you need is fine glitter, whole milk, toothpicks, dish soap and a shallow dish. Ages 4-8.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlinePots and Pans Jamboree!
Fri, Jul 17, 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 0-6.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineGet Coding with canCode!
Fri, Jul 17, 3:00 pm (Ends at
4:00 pm
)
Main Library
In these workshops you'll learn how to make your very own video games and projects with code! Elementary schoolers are invited to join and learn the basics of computer science through an interactive weekly workshop. canCode teaches using Scratch, a free online platform developed by MIT to teach beginners the basics of computer programming. Learn more about canCode on our website (www.canCode.us) or follow us on Facebook/Instagram @canCodeus. Grades 3-5.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineHogwarts at Home: Moving Portraits
Fri, Jul 17, 4:00 pm (Ends at
5:00 pm
)
Okeechobee Boulevard Branch
Take a tour of the Gallery International of Famous Scholars to introduce yourself to moving portraits of world renowned wizarding intellectuals from ages past. Familiarize yourself with the now-defunct portrait network used by storied headmasters and headmistresses across the world. ***Gallery staff is not responsible for any actions taken by the portrait subjects on display. Ages 10-17.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineCuentos, Cuentos, Cuentos Bilingual Story Time
Mon, Jul 20, 10:30 am (Ends at
11:15 am
)
Royal Palm Beach Branch
Listen to stories, songs and rhymes in both English and Spanish. Ages 2-6.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineEnglish Exchange
Mon, Jul 20, 11:00 am (Ends at
12:00 pm
)
Hagen Ranch Road Branch
Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineStay Safe Online: Job Seeker Edition
Mon, Jul 20, 1:00 pm (Ends at
2:00 pm
)
Main Library
Learn how to protect yourself from scams during your online job search, how to manage passwords and spam, and how to create and safely share your resume online
Link To Activity Download Handouts (PDF) Preregister OnlineVirtual Strum-Along
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00 pm (Ends at
2:30 pm
)
Okeechobee Boulevard Branch
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.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineEnglish Exchange
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00 pm (Ends at
3:00 pm
)
Hagen Ranch Road Branch
Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineThe Zoomies
Tue, Jul 21, 11:00 am (Ends at
11:30 am
)
Okeechobee Boulevard Branch
Join us for stories and fun! Ages 2-5.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineKamishibai for Kids
Tue, Jul 21, 11:00 am (Ends at
11:45 am
)
Gardens Branch
Featuring Japanese story box theater: "The Little Crab". Please pick up "crab kit" at children's desk. Ages 4-8.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineEnglish Exchange
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00 pm (Ends at
3:00 pm
)
Hagen Ranch Road Branch
Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineInternet Safety
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00 pm (Ends at
4:00 pm
)
Greenacres Branch
Learn the basics of how to protect your home network and yourself online.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineTeen Kahoot Trivia Challenge
Tue, Jul 21, 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.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineEnglish Exchange
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00 pm (Ends at
7:00 pm
)
Hagen Ranch Road Branch
Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineThe Princess and the Frogs Story Time
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00 am (Ends at
12:00 pm
)
Wellington Branch
Enjoy a read aloud of a twist on a classic fairy tale and create a wand as magical as you are! You can pick up a wand craft bundle (Limit 15) at the Wellington Branch Children’s Desk from July 13-21. Call 561-904-2386 to reserve your bundle. If you would like to use what you have at home, you will need - a craft stick (it can be a stick you find outside!), construction paper, glue, tape, scissors, and your choice of the following for decorations: glitter, beads, string, or any other small crafty bits you have lying around. Ages 3-8.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineEnglish Exchange
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00 am (Ends at
12:00 pm
)
Hagen Ranch Road Branch
Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineHogwarts at Home: Care and Feeding of Magical Creatures
Wed, Jul 22, 3:00 pm (Ends at
4:00 pm
)
Main Library
Dumbledore’s Army cares about all types of creatures including dragons! Learn about the different types and what they can do! Then create an origami dragon’s eye that actually moves! You will need a piece of paper, a pencil, and your favorite type of coloring tools (such as crayons, markers, or colored pencils) Be careful, this class brings the heat! Ages 10 & up.
Link To Activity Preregister OnlineLEGO Brick Builder Challenge
Wed, Jul 22, 3:00 pm (Ends at
4:00 pm
)
Jupiter Branch
Are you ready to take our creation challenge? We give the challenge, you supply the bricks and the ideas. What will YOU build? Ages 7-11.
Link To Activity Preregister Online