Calendar of Events February 2014 ~ The Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System Present ~

Our Writers LIVE! series brings the community together with authors and their books. Our Sixth Annual event boasts an exciting line-up of best- selling authors who will discuss their latest works, chat with you, and sign books. These FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH! talks will be held across the county at different Join the Library as we celebrate Black History Month! In branches throughout the entire county, library locations from January through April. Featured speakers and events include: we will be offering over 50 programs that will pique the interest of youth and adults alike! • Contemporary Romance authors Lori Wilde, For the first time ever, the Library’s celebration of Black History Month will be kicked off with a Candis Terry, and Cara Connelly. special event at the Main Library on Sat, Feb 01 at 2:00 pm. This exciting program will feature the • Thrill writer John Katzenbach. Delray Divas step team, a rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by singer/songwriter Ty • Elaine Viets, Agatha, Anthony, and Left Award-winner. Swasey, and the scintillating sounds of award-winning jazz saxophonist Randy Corinthian • Florida author and Writers LIVE! veteran who will also share his talent and music at the Belle Glade and Lantana Road Branches. Tim Dorsey. • Historical fiction writer Robin Oliveira. Library staff members will lead book discussions of classics such as Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mock- • Edgar Award-winning writer Laura Lippman. ingbird” at the Lantana Road Branch and recent titles such as Jay-Z’s book, “Decoded” at the Main • Julie Kramer author of thrillers set in the world of TV news. Library. The richness of African American history can also be experienced at the Royal Palm Beach, • James Grippando, former Miami trial lawyer Belle Glade, and West Boynton Branches as Florida Book Award Silver Medal winner Virginia and author of 17 thrillers. Lynn Moylan discusses her book “Zora Neale Hurston’s Final Decade.” • J.A. Jance, author of mystery and horror novels. • New York Times best-selling author, Cara Black. Want to test your knowledge of black history? The Wellington Branch gives children ages 10 and • Q&A with best-selling authors Jane Green & Dani Shapiro. up an opportunity to participate in a trivia-style game with prizes! Families have much to choose • Elin Hilderbrand, author of summer beach from when it comes to learning about Black history – from celebrating African American heroes reads romance novels. at the Hagen Ranch Road Branch to creating your own Kente cloth duct tape wallet at the Lan- • Local author Hugh Howey writer of the Wool series. tana Road Branch. • A panel presentation: Palm Beach Peril– The Birth of a Thriller with Andrew Gross Black History Month has its national roots in a week-long observation initiated by Dr. Carter and the International Thriller Writers G. Woodson in 1926, it was expanded into Black History Month by President Ford in 1976, and Debut Authors Panel. became Public Law 99-244 in 1986. Bring your family and friends to honor and explore Palm Beach This series is made possible through the gener- County’s African American communities and their rich histories all month long! ous support of the Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System, Inc. To preregister for Writers LIVE! events at Hagen Ranch Road Branch, visit www.pbclibrary.org/writerslive one week prior to the event.

ALL PALM BEACH COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED ON MON, FEB 17, FOR PRESIDENTS DAY. NO MATERIALS WILL BE DUE ON THIS DAY.

Page 1 15801 Orange Blvd., Loxahatchee 33470 Phone: 681-4100 AADULTDULT Fri, Feb 07, 3:00 pm Tue, Feb 25, 6:30 pm Moonlight Stories with Club Pokémon Sat, Feb 01, 2:00 pm Orisirisi African Folklore Bring your DS or Pokémon cards to battle, trade, and Acoustic Java Jam African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- make new friends. Ages 6-12. (90 min.) Preregister. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent filled audience participation that appeal to the Wed, Feb 26, 2:30 pm or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends Musical Tykes Coffee provided. (2 hr.) of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Does your family love to sing along to our story Tue, Feb 04, 6:00 pm Sat, Feb 08, 2:00 pm time songs? Join our jamboree, a special session Scherenschnitte for Your Valentine Lego Builders Club with all our favorite songs and lots of musical We'll explore this Pennsylvania Dutch folk art with Meet fellow builders and work together, or alone, instruments as we keep the music going. Ages 2-5. scissors, paper, and paste to make lacy creations on creative projects. Ages 6-12. (90 min.) Preregister. (30 min.) Preregister. for decorating cards and gifts for your Valentine. Bring a pair of scissors, other supplies provided. Wed, Feb 12, 3:00 pm Wed, Feb 26, 4:00 pm (60 min.) Preregister. Be Proud of Our Presidents Who Will Be the Cookie Master? Come honor our nation's leaders and make a patri- Taste-test and rate a variety of cookies, try your Tue, Feb 11 & 18, 5:00 pm otic craft. Ages 5-10. (60 min.) Preregister. hand at cookie trivia, and experience the ultimate Sit 'n' Stitch cookie crushing competition! Ages 6-10. (60 min.) Thu, Feb 13, 3:00 pm Learn the fundamentals of crochet, bring your knit- Preregister. ting, work on current projects, and share ideas with Love Your Heart the group. Some materials provided. Adults and Fill your day with fun music, games, and exercise. Thu, Feb 27, 3:00 pm ages 9 & up. (90 min.) Hear stories about keeping your heart strong for Smile with Clark, the Toothless Shark your Valentine. Ages 4-8. (60 min.) Preregister. Help Clark floss his teeth before he loses them all! Thu, Feb 13, 5:00 pm Play our toss across string game and make a happy Sat, Feb 15, 3:00 pm Basic Computer Assistance: One-on-One and sad tooth craft. Ages 4-7. (60 min.) Preregister. Call to make an appointment and ask questions Crafts for Kids about using Windows, Internet searching, MS Word, Get excited to make new friends and a creative craft TTEENEEN project. Ages 3-8. (60 min.) Preregister. email, or mousing in an individualized session with Wed, Feb 05, 6:30 pm a staff member. (30 min.) Preregister. Tue, Feb 18, 1:30 pm Japanese Anime & Culture Club Wed, Feb 19, 6:00 pm WANTED: At the OK Corral Hang out, watch Anime, maybe play Yu-Gi-Oh! Groundbreaking Reads: School’s out so play a game of horseshoes, spot the and enjoy snacks while you talk with friends and Adult Book Discussion Series desperado on the Wanted poster, learn the steps fellow fans about all the coolest stuff from Japan. Staff will discuss “Call the Midwife,” by Jennifer to a country line dance, and listen to stories of the Ages 12-17. (90 min.) Preregister. wild, wild west. Ages 6-12. (60 min.) Preregister. Worth. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. (90 Tue, Feb 11, 5:30 pm min.) Sign up and check out the book. Thu, Feb 20, 3:00 pm Pizza Chat Thu, Feb 20, 5:00 pm Get Wild for the Wild West! Bring a book, comic, short story, fanfic, or Manga eBook Assistance: One-on-One Discover fun facts about cowboys and cowgirls of you’re reading. Chat with the group about it while Call to make an appointment and learn how to the old west and learn about cattle drives, round enjoying warm pizza and cool drinks. Ages 12-17. borrow the library's eBooks in a one-on-one session ups, and the cowboy code in games and activities. (75 min.) Preregister. Ages 4-8. (60 min.) Preregister. with a librarian. Bring your eReader, laptop, mobile Wed, Feb 12, 6:30 pm device, or tablet, log-ins and passwords, and your Thu, Feb 20, 6:00 pm Would You Survive the Titanic? library card. (60 min.) Preregister. It's Game Time Join us for a night of interactive, out-of-your-seat Sat, Feb 22, 1:00 pm Have a snack and play Wii, board, or card games. storytelling including enchantment, entertainment, Acreage Hobbyist Ages 6-12. (90 min.) Preregister. and perilous excitement aboard Titanic. Dinner and Connect with other crafters and hobbyists, see what Sat, Feb 22, 3:00 pm drinks included. Ages 10-17. (90 min.) Preregister. they're working on, and be inspired to complete Wonderful Weekend Watercolors Wed, Feb 26, 6:30 pm your projects. (2 hr.) Express yourself with watercolor painting, as you Gamerz Nite Wed, Feb 26, 5:30 pm listen to stories and songs. Dress to get messy. Ages Play Smash Bros. or other Wii games, join a game Black History Month Book Discussion: 3-10. (60 min.) Preregister. of Yu-Gi-Oh! or try a new board game. Snacks pro- Warmth of Other Suns Tue, Feb 25, 3:30 pm vided. Ages 12-17. Preregister. History comes to life in this skillful depiction of the Who Is the Tooth Fairy? Epic Story of America's Great Migration. Discuss Let's learn about this magical creature and cel- the lives of four individuals and how their stories ebrate you and your wonderful teeth with stories, reflect the true history in this best-seller by Pulit- songs, and a terrifically toothy craft. Ages 5-8. (60 zer Prize-winning author Isabel Wilkerson. (90 min.) Preregister. min.) Preregister. CCHILDHILD Sat, Feb 01, 3:00 pm Can You See Groundhog's Shadow? Punxsutawney Phil comes out of his burrow on Groundhog Day to predict how long winter will last. Let's read stories about groundhogs and play with shadows. Ages 3-8. (60 min.) Preregister. Tue, Feb 04, 5:30 pm Rubber Band Wristbands Make your own stretchy creation or show off one you've already made. We have lots of rubber bands in many colors! Ages 7-17. (90 min.) Preregister. Wed, Feb 05, 4:00 pm American Girl: Saige Meet Saige Copeland from New Mexico. We'll explore her world and her art. Dress to get messy. Ages 6-12. (60 min.) Preregister.

Page 2 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade 33430 Phone: 996-3453 Sat, Feb 01, 10:00 am of the jazz saxophone in his solo performance to Thu, Feb 06, 9:30 am Groundbreaking Reads: celebrate Black History Month. Sponsored by the Moonlight Stories with Adult Book Discussion Series Friends of the Library. (60 min.) Orisirisi African Folklore Sonja Lutz will discuss “My One Square Inch African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- Sat, Feb 22, 2:00 pm of Alaska,” by Sharon Short. Sponsored by the filled audience participation that appeal to the Meet the Author: Virginia Lynn Moylan Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Sign up and check child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends This local author and recipient of the Florida Book out the book. of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Award Silver Medal for Nonfiction will discuss her Tue, Feb 04, 2:00 pm award-winning book “Zora Neale Hurston’s Final Thu, Feb 13, 3:00 pm Book-A-Librarian Decade.” (60 min.) Preregister. Lollipop Butterfl y Call for an appointment and get personal attention CCHILDHILD Make a lollipop butterfly for Valentine's Day. Ages in a 60-minute, hands-on session tailored for you. 5-10. (45 min.) Preregister. Tell us what you need-a personal computer trainer Sat, Feb 01, 2:30 pm Sat, Feb 15, 3:00 pm or guidance on researching a topic. Preregister. Tween Book Discussion Titanic Time! Sat, Feb 08, 2:00 pm We'll read and talk about “Big Nate from the Top,” To celebrate the Titanic exhibit at the South Florida Black History Month: Jazz Saxophone by Lincoln Peirce. Refreshments provided. Ages 10 Science Museum, make a cool Titanic boat craft and Performance by Randy Corinthian & up. (45 min.) Preregister. play Titanic trivia. Ages 5-10. (45 min.) Preregister. Honored as one of South Florida’s “40 under 40 Black Mon, Feb 03 & 24, 10:30 am & 6:30 pm Leaders of Today and Tomorrow,” by Legacy Maga- Family Story Times & Pajama Hours zine in 2012 and by ICABA HONORS as a Finalist Fun stories, puppets, and a film for kids, moms, for Entertainer of The Year in 2013, Randy Corin- and dads. Ages 2-5. (30 min.) Preregister. thian will share soulful and scintillating sounds 2/03: 10:30 am - Bugs. 2/03: 6:30 pm - Valentine’s Day. 2/24: Opposites.

375 SW 2nd Avenue, South Bay 33493 Phone: 992-8393 AADULTDULT CCHILDHILD Sat, Feb 08 & 23, 2:00 pm Thu, Feb 06, 11:00 am African American Cinema Moonlight Stories with 2/08: “Of Boys and Men.” ©Warner Home Video. Orisirisi African Folklore (90 min.) PG-13 African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- We may take photos or video 2/23: “American Violet.” ©Image Entertainment. filled audience participation that appeal to the of programs. These images may be used on our web (103 min.) PG-13 child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends site, in our publications, of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Sat, Feb 15, 10:30 am by local newspapers, or Thu, Feb 13, 3:30 pm ultimately on the Groundbreaking Reads: World Wide Web. Adult Book Discussion Series Bee My Valentine Dr. Esther Berry will discuss “Daughters Who Make a Bee-ti-ful Valentine for friends or loved If you do not wish your image Walk This Path,” by Yejide Kilanko. Sponsored by ones. Ages 5 & up. (45 min.) to be published, please notify the Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Sign up and a Library staff member check out the book. before the program.

11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens 33410 Phone: 626-6133 AADULTDULT Sun, Feb 09, 2:00 pm Medicare beneficiaries, their families, caregivers, Sunday Cinema and others with Medicare and health insurance Tuesdays, 12:30 pm “42.” ©Warner Bros. (128 min.) Preregister. PG-13 questions. (90 min.) Preregister. Fridays, 11:00 am AARP Tax Help Mon, Feb 10, 6:30 pm Tue, Feb 18, 2:00 pm AARP volunteers will provide individualized help Writers LIVE! Presents: Tim Dorsey Knit 1 − Purl 1 to taxpayers with low and moderate incomes, with This Florida novelist will talk about his latest book Shirley Kent will help beginners with simple proj- special attention to ages 60 and older. Bring cur- “Tiger Shrimp Tango.” A book signing will follow. ects and advanced knitters with projects in process. rent tax documents and last year's completed tax Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Pick up materials list when you preregister. returns. (4 hr.) First-come, first-served. Tue, Feb 11, 1:30 pm Wed, Feb 19, 6:30 pm Wednesdays, 2:30 pm Creative Writing Socrates Café The Great Courses® Documentaries: Great Unleash your creativity and have fun as you write Marji Chapman, from the Society of Philosophi- Masters: Tchaikovsky - His Life & Music about your life or any other topic of interest. (75 cal Inquiry, leads discussions for amateur phi- Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Shown min.) Preregister. losophers on a variety of group-chosen topics. with permission. (90 min.) Not rated. Preregister. Wed, Feb 12, 6:30 pm (90 min.) Preregister. 2/05: Lecture 1-Introduction and Early Life. Italian Art from the Baroque Period Thu, Feb 20, 2:00 pm Lecture 2-A Career in Music. Professor John Barber will discuss Italian art from Groundbreaking Reads: 2/12: Lecture 3-The First Masterworks. the Baroque period. (90 min.) Preregister. Adult Book Discussion Series Lecture 4-Maturity. Donna Gruber Adair will discuss “Crossing on 2/19: Lecture 5-Three Women − Tatyana, Antonina, Thu, Feb 13, 2:30 pm Medicare 101 the Paris,” by Dana Gynther. Sponsored by the and Nadezhda. Lecture 6-“My Great Friend.” Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Sign up and Learn about parts A, B, C, and D, as well as Medigap 2/16: Lecture 7-“A Free Man.” Lecture 8-The Last check out the book. Years, or Don't Drink the Water. insurance, benefits, coverage, and preventive ser- vices available. A representative from SHINE (Serv- ing Health Insurance Needs of the Elderly) will help Page 3 CCHILDHILD Fri, Feb 14, 3:15 pm Mon, Feb 24, 1:00 pm All You Need Is Love Toddler Dot Art Programs for children and teens are offered on a first- Share stories with hearts, sing sweet tunes, and make Calling all tots to make art with dots! Dress to get come, first-served basis, unless otherwise stated. a special Valentine craft. Ages 3-7. Limit 25. (45 min.) messy. Ages 1-2. Limit 20. (45 min.) Wed, Feb 05, 3:15 pm Sat, Feb 15, 10:30 am Wed, Feb 26, 3:30 pm Robots! Block Party: Legos in the Library Titanic Time Warp Enter the world of robots with stories and make Come build, imagine, and play with our collection Learn Morse code, do the Titanic rescue activity, your own robot friend. Ages 5-7. Limit 20. (45 min.) of Lego bricks. Ages 4-10. Limit 40. (60 min.) and the iceberg test. Grades 3-5. Limit 25. (60 min.) Sat, Feb 08, 11:00 am Tales & Trails Storytellers Present: Tue, Feb 18, 2:00 pm TTEENEEN A Family Feast of Stories Greek Mythology Adventure Sat, Feb 15, 2:00 pm Liz Mangual and Bob Kanegis will offer partici- Strap on your winged sandals and explore the magi- Teen Crochet Club patory storytelling that celebrates food, family, cal world of awesome gods, daring heroes, and fab- Socialize while you work on projects in our ongoing culture, and fun from around the world. All ages. ulous monsters. Grades 4 & up. Limit 20. (60 min.) (60 min.) Preregister. club for all skill levels. Ages 12-17. Limit 10. (60 min.) Tue, Feb 18, 3:30 pm Mon, Feb 10, 3:15 pm Tue, Feb 25, 6:00 pm Beginning Knitting for Children Teen Spirit National Umbrella Day! Learn beginning techniques with Ms. Shirley. Pick Bring an old sweatshirt and transform it into a styl- Celebrate one of the world’s most convenient inven- up a supply list. Ages 9 & up. (60 min.) Limit 10. tions with a rainbow of stories, songs, and a cute ish jacket to show your school spirit. Ages 12-17. craft. Ages 3-5. Limit 20. (45 min.) Fri, Feb 21, 3:00 pm Limit 20. (60 min.) Moonlight Stories with Tue, Feb 11, 4:00 pm Orisirisi African Folklore Valentine's Day Shrinky Dinks African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- Create heart-shaped jewelry using this “magic” filled audience participation that appeal to the plastic that shrinks down to one-third its size. child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends Ages 8 & up. Limit 20. (60 min.) of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister.

20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton 33434 Phone: 482-4554 AADULTDULT Wed, Feb 19, 2:00 pm Wednesdays, 4:00 pm The Most Beautiful & Stories, Games & Crafts about Geographic Mon, Feb 03 & 24, 10:00 am Unusual Cars Ever Built: Series 2 Places & the Animals that Live There Current Events Discussion Group H. Roy Jaffe, former senior automotive stylist at Enjoy stories, crafts, and activities about mountains, Brenda Solomon will facilitate discussions on General Motors, will present a slide show of some deserts, and oceans, and the animals that live there. today's hot topics. (60 min.) Preregister. of the most unusual and beautiful cars ever built. Ages 5-8. (45 min.) Preregister. Tue, Feb 04, 1:00 pm (60 min.) Preregister. 2/05: Waterfalls. 2/19: Swamps. 2/12: Mountains. Tue, Feb 11, 10:00 am Thu, Feb 20, 10:30 am 2/26: Islands. Thu, Feb 18, 1:00 pm Book Discussion: Black, White and Jewish − Basic Computer Assistance: One-on-One Tue, Feb 11, 4:00 pm Autobiography of a Shifting Self Winter Olympic Fever Call to make an appointment and learn about using Author Rebecca Walker is the daughter of African- Celebrate the 2014 Olympics with games and crafts. Windows, Internet searching, MS Word, email, or American novelist Alice Walker and white, Jewish, Ages 5-9. (45 min.) Preregister. mousing in an individualized session with a staff civil rights lawyer Mel Leventhal. In her autobi- member. (30 min.) ography Walker refers to herself as a “movement Wed, Feb 12, 6:30 pm Wednesdays, 1:00 pm child.” (60 min.) Sign up and check out the book. Happy Valentine’s Day! English Exchange Enjoy Valentine’s stories, songs, a craft, and a film. Mon, Feb 24, 2:00 pm Ages 3-8. (45 min.) Preregister. Practice speaking English in an informal atmo- Hooked on Crochet sphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is Bring a crochet hook and yarn and learn the basics. Thu, Feb 13, 4:00 pm necessary. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 to preregister. For all skill levels. (90 min.) Preregister. Hail to the Chief! Help us celebrate the birthdays of Presidents Wash- Thu, Feb 06, 13 & 20, 10:00 am Tue, Feb 25, 2:00 pm eBook Assistance: One-on-One ington and Lincoln with stories, games, a craft, and Poem Fest a film. Ages 4-8. (45 min.) Preregister. Call to make an appointment and learn how to A variety of poetry readings and recitations to borrow the library's eBooks in a one-on-one session tickle your funny bone and inspire your soul. (60 Sat, Feb 15, 11:00 am with a librarian. Bring your eReader, laptop, mobile min.) Preregister. Story Time for Children with Special Needs device, or tablet, log-ins and passwords, and your Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and movement activi- library card. (45 min.) Preregister. Wed, Feb 26, 2:00 pm ties specially designed for children with develop- The Humor of Judge Judy mental disabilities. All ages. (45 min.) Preregister. Mon, Feb 10, 2:30 pm Marjorie Gottlieb Wolfe will talk about one of TV's Story Swap most famous judges. Tickets available starting Feb Tue, Feb 18, 4:00 pm Do you have a story to tell? Claire Forrest and mem- 10. (60 min.) Preregister. I Survived … the Titanic bers of the PBC Storytelling Guild will be available Enjoy crafts, activities, and snacks based on the to critique. (60 min.) Preregister. Thu, Feb 27, 2:00 pm book by Lauren Tarshis. Ages 7 & up. (45 min.) Meditation & Stress Reduction Preregister. Wed, Feb 12, 2:00 pm John Bednarik will discuss the healing power of Finding Your Florida Doctor meditation and teach us how to create peace in Thu, Feb 20, 3:30 pm What are my doctors' credentials? How do I make our lives, in spite of the stress around us. (60 min.) Moonlight Stories with a decision? Consumer Health Information Service Preregister. Orisirisi African Folklore librarians share their expertise so you can make African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- the right choice. (90 min.) Preregister. CCHILDHILD filled audience participation that appeal to the Fri, Feb 14, 10:30 am Wednesdays, 10:00 am child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends Groundbreaking Reads: Little Wonders of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Adult Book Discussion Series Enjoy stories, songs, puppets, and movement Sat, Feb 22, 3:00 pm Roberta Proctor will discuss “Prague Winter: A activities just for babies. Ages 9-23 mos. (30 min.) American Girls: Mia the Figure Skater Personal Story of Remembrance and War, 1937- Preregister. Enjoy activities, games, and snacks of Mia’s world. 1948,” by Madeleine Albright. Sponsored by the If you’d like, bring your doll and dress like Mia! Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Sign up and check Ages 7-12. (45 min.) Preregister. out the book.

Page 4 TTEENEEN Tue, Feb 18, 6:00 pm Tue, Feb 25, 6:00 pm Totally Teen Tuesdays: Classic Edition Snacktastic Treats Tue, Feb 11, 6:00 pm Play video and board games you used to love but Learn tips and tricks for quick cooking in the micro- ValenTeen’s Day Party! haven’t played in a while. We’ll make classic and wave. Ages 11-17. (60 min.) Preregister. Stop by for treats, crafts, and fun at this special party custom game character charms, too. Ages 11-17. just for teens. Ages 11-17. (45 min.) Preregister. (45 min.) Preregister.

3750 Jog Road, Greenacres 33467 Phone: 641-9100 AADULTDULT Fri, Feb 21, 2:30 pm Sat, Feb 08, 3:00 pm Closing Your Florida Home Can You Survive the Sinking of the Titanic? Tuesdays, 1:00 pm Audrey Norman, from PBC Extension Service, will We’ll play Titanic trivia, learn about Morse code, the English Exchange discuss ways to protect your home and prevent science of icebergs, and test your hand in iceberg Practice speaking English in an informal atmo- problems when you close it after the winter season. cold water. Enjoy a special dessert from the dinner sphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is (75 min.) Preregister. menu of the Titanic. Ages 8-12. (60 min.) Preregister. necessary. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 to preregister. Sat, Feb 22, 2:30 pm Tue, Feb 11, 6:30 pm Mon, Feb 10, 2:30 pm Meet the Authors: Martes, 11 de febrero, 6:30 pm ® The Great Courses Documentaries: Ali Brandon & Patrick Kendrick Bilingual Story Time A History of European Art National best-selling author Ali Brandon pens cozy Hora de Cuentos Bilingües In these DVD lectures, focus is on a single artist from mysteries, while award-winning writer Patrick Ken- Enjoy bilingual stories, sing songs, and get a little the Catholic Counter-Reformation, then Baroque, a drick writes thrillers. The authors will detail their crafty. All ages. (45 min.) Preregister. Disfrute de style ornamented in a curvilinear and highly deco- writing processes and answer questions. A book cuentos bilingües, cantar canciones, y ser un poco rative way. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. signing will follow. (60 min.) Preregister. artesano. Todas las edades. (45 min.) Se requiere (60 min.) Shown with permission. Not rated. registrarse. Pt. 29: Caravaggio. Mon, Feb 24, 2:30 pm Pt. 30: Italian Baroque Painting in Rome. Preregister. OY! My Rabbi Is Hosting a BarkMitzvah Fri, Feb 14, 4:00 pm Join humorist and freelance writer Marjorie Got- Happy Valentine's Day! Mon, Feb 10, 6:30 pm tlieb Wolfe for stories about your neighborhood Stop by and create a unique Valentine for someone Perplexed about Tax Forms? rabbi and mine. (60 min.) Preregister. special. All ages. (45 min.) Preregister. Join PBSC professor Gracelyn Stuart-Tuggle, CPA, for tips on Schedule A-Itemized Deductions, Sched- CCHILDHILD Sat, Feb 15, 11:00 am Super Science Saturday ule D-Capital Gains and Losses, Schedule C-Self- Wednesdays, 4:00 pm Employed Income, and more. (60 min.) Preregister. Have fun with hands-on science activities that Fun @ Four mix hot ideas with cool experiments. Ages 6-10. Thu, Feb 13 & 20, 1:30 pm Weekly after-school activities. Ages 5 & up. (45 (45 min.) Preregister. Black History Month min.) Preregister. Book & Film Discussion 12/05: Using tissue paper collage, celebrate nature- Fri, Feb 21, 11:00 am “The Pursuit of Happyness.” Join us for a discussion inspired art by children’s author and illustrator Wigglecise of Chris Gardner's autobiographical book. Return Eric Carle. Listen to music as we wiggle, jump, hop, and do a on 2/20 to see the film followed by a brief discus- 2/12: Go dotty in the style of Georges Seurat’s stretch or two and improve motor skills, rhythm, sion. ©Sony Pictures. (117 min.) PG-13 pointillism using dotters, Q-tips, and more. and coordination using beanbags, balls, instru- 2/19: Vasily Kandinsky and Edvard Munch ments, and more. Ages 2-4. (45 min.) Preregister. Sat, Feb 15, 2:00 pm expressed sounds through art and so can you! Black History Month Movie Matinee Sat, Feb 22, 11:00 am 2/26: Drip it, squirt it, blow it, and create master- “Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?” ©Columbia Library Winter Olympics pieces like the famous artist Jackson Pollock. Pictures Industries, Inc. (108 min.) Preregister. We'll light the fire-free Olympic torch, test your Not rated. Sat, Feb 08, 11:00 am aiming ability with an Olympic ring toss, and par- Moonlight Stories with ticipate in other winter-themed events. Medals Tue, Feb 18, 6:30 pm Orisirisi African Folklore awarded. Ages 6-10. (60 min.) Preregister. Groundbreaking Reads: African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- Adult Book Discussion Series TTEENEEN filled audience participation that appeal to the Sara Harris will discuss “15 Seconds,” by Andrew child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends Mon, Feb 24, 6:30 pm Gross. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. (90 of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Teen Gaming min.) Sign up and check out the book. Bring your friends and enjoy Nintendo and board games. Ages 12-17. (90 min.) Preregister.

Win Tickets to Experience Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition

Visit the Children’s Information Desk at at your local Palm Beach County Library System branch for a chance to win a free, family four-pack of tickets (open to youth up to 17 years of age).

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition is on display through April 20 at the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium.

Page 5 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach 33446 Phone: 894-7500 AADULTDULT Mon, Feb 24, 2:00 pm Fri, Feb 14, 4:00 pm Medical Mondays: Hip & Knee Surgery Heart-to-Heart Mon, Feb 03, 4:00 pm Dr. Robert Zann, from Delray Medical Center, will Let's share stories, make sparkly Valentines, and Storytelling: I'll Tell You Mine, discuss the topic and answer questions. (60 min.) have a little sweet treat to celebrate this holiday. If You'll Tell Me Yours ... Preregister. Ages 5-9. (45 min.) Preregister. Get together with storyteller Glad McLeod and let's have fun sharing our stories. (60 min.) Wed, Feb 26, 2:00 pm Wed, Feb 19, 4:00 pm Writers LIVE! Presents: Laura Lippman Heroes of African American History Tuesdays, 2:00 pm This best-selling novelist will talk about her new Celebrate amazing African American heroes in our Poetry Workshop in Honor of book “After I'm Gone.” A book signing will follow. country's history with music, stories, fun activities, Black History Month Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. (90 min.) and a short film. Ages 5-10. (45 min.) Preregister. Award-winning poet Stacie Kiner critiques and Preregistration begins Wed, Feb 19, at 10:00 am, by Mon, Feb 24, 11:00 am discusses some of the world's finest contemporary phone, in person, or online at www.pbclibrary.org/ Fairly Grimm Fairy Tales and classic poetry. (60 min.) writers-live-2014. We're celebrating Wilhelm Grimm's birthday with Tuesdays, 3:30 pm Thu, Feb 27, 2:00 pm wonderful fairy tales written by he and his brother, Spanish in Practice: Intermediate Funny, You Don't Look Like a Grandmother! a short movie, and a craft. Ages 4 & up. Preregister. Practice speaking Spanish in conversations about The Way Off-Broadway Players will perform hilari- TTEENEEN food, travel, news, and more. An intermediate ous skits that prove laughter is the best medicine. knowledge of the language required. (90 min.) Tickets available starting Feb 18. (60 min.) Sat, Feb 01, 2:00 pm Tue, Feb 04, 6:30 pm CCHILDHILD Teen Memory Collage Wonders of the Night Sky: Bring pictures or other items to personalize your Telescope Viewing Session Sat, Feb 01, 10:00 am own collage by gluing materials to a poster board Join the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches Groundhog Day at the Ranch to make a unique work of art. All other supplies and learn about the constellations as you stargaze We'll cast our own shadows, hear a story or two, provided. Grades 6-12. (90 min.) Preregister. and make a critter craft. Ages 4 & up. (45 min.) from sunset to 8:30 pm outside. (2 hr.) Sat, Feb 15, 2:00 pm Preregister. Tue, Feb 04, 7:00 pm Teen Titanic Time Warp Blood Pressure Screening & AED Training Wed, Feb 05, 4:00 pm Almost 101 years after it sank, people still talk, PBC Fire Rescue paramedics and EMTs will provide Moonlight Stories with write, and make movies about it. Learn Morse free blood pressure checks and five-minute dem- Orisirisi African Folklore Code, the science of icebergs, and more. Grades onstrations on how to use an automated external African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- 6-12. (90 min.) Preregister. filled audience participation that appeal to the defibrillator. (60 min.) Tue, Feb 18, 2:00 pm child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends Wednesdays, 10:30 am Frosted Notes of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Knit & Crochet with Project Linus Bring the current book, graphic novel, or Manga Knit and crochet with expert “blanketeers.” Crafts Wed, Feb 12, 4:00 pm you're reading and share it while making ice cream you make go to children in need. Bring your favorite Presidents Are People, Too! sundaes or root beer floats. Grades 6-12. Sponsored pattern, needles, bright yarn, and a giving spirit. There are stories, facts, a craft, and a film that reveal by the Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Preregister. (90 min.) funny stuff about our leaders and their families. Ages 5-10. (45 min.) Preregister. Wed, Feb 05 & 19, 1:30 pm Chess Club for Adults Practice your strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge required. (90 min.) Preregister. Thu, Feb 06, 2:00 pm Black History Month Film “The Rosa Parks Story.” ©Xenon Entertainment Group. (97 min.) Not rated. Fri, Feb 07, 2:00 pm Groundbreaking Reads: Adult Book Discussion Series Roberta Proctor will discuss “Brave New World,” by Aldous Huxley. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Sign up and check out the book. Tue, Feb 11, 7:00 pm The Most Beautiful & Unusual Cars Ever Built H. Roy Jaffe, former Senior Automotive Stylist at General Motors, will show pictures and slides of unusual and dynamically styled cars, many of which were one-of-a-kind and custom built, and talk about the background and special features of each. (90 min.) Preregister. Thu, Feb 13, 3:00 pm Mindful Meditation Jim Bandler will teach us how to practice increas- ing awareness through meditation and thought processes, to live in the present moment. (60 min.) Mon, Feb 24, 2:00 pm Crafty Creations for Book Lovers Create bookmarks and cards for that special some- one or for yourself. Paper crafting techniques and materials provided. Limit of 15. (90 min.) Preregister.

Page 6 705 Military Trail, Jupiter 33458 Phone: 744-2301 AADULTDULT Fri, Feb 28, 2:30 pm Sat, Feb 15, 10:30 am Florida Novels Into Film Remembering the Titanic Tue, Feb 04, 10:00 am Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Learn about the great ship, its passengers, and the eBook Assistance: One-on-One Frank Eberling will examine landmark Florida events that led up to that fateful night. Ages 7-12. Call for an appointment and learn how to borrow stories that have been adapted into notable feature (60 min.) Preregister. library eBooks in a one-on-one session with staff. films and discuss the novelists’ influences, the book- Thu, Feb 20, 3:30 pm Various appointment days and times available. Bring to-film adaptation process, and the movie makers. Ribbit! Frog & Friends Story Time your compatible eReader device and your account (90 min.) Preregister. information. (30 min.) Preregister. Hop on over for a “ribbiting” story time about our CCHILDHILD cute amphibian friends including stories, music, Tue, Feb 11, 6:00 pm and a swimmingly good craft. Ages 3-5. (45 min.) Black History Month: Documentary Sat, Feb 01, 10:30 am Preregister. Spady Museum presents their original documen- Block Party: Legos in the Library tary, “Old School,” detailing the life in Palm Beach Get creative and have fun building with our Lego Fri, Feb 21, 10:00 am County's black high schools prior to desegregation. collection. Ages 5-10. (60 min.) Preregister. Moonlight Stories with A discussion will follow. (60 min.) Preregister. Orisirisi African Folklore Wed, Feb 05, 3:30 pm African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- Fri, Feb 14, 2:00 pm Crazy for Carle filled audience participation that appeal to the Groundbreaking Reads: Enjoy hearing your favorite Eric Carle stories, dance child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends Adult Book Discussion Series along to crazy songs, and create a colorful art project of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Donna Gruber Adair will discuss “The Hobbit: Or in his well-loved style. Ages 3-6. (45 min.) Preregister. TTEENEEN There and Back Again,” by J.R.R. Tolkien. Spon- Thu, Feb 13, 3:30 pm sored by the Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Sign Happy Birthday, Mo! Thu, Feb 27, 4:30 pm up and check out the book. A fun-filled program of activities and silly stories Cocoa-A-Go-Go Thu, Feb 27, 2:00 pm featuring your favorite Mo Willems' characters Satisfy your sweet tooth with chocolate taste-testing, Finding Your Florida Doctor including Elephant and Piggie. Ages 4-7. (45 min.) compete in an Oreo stacking contest, and play “Name What are my doctor's credentials? How do I make Preregister. That Candy Bar!” Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. a decision? Consumer Health Information Service librarians share their expertise so that you can make the right choices (90 min.) Preregister.

4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth 33462 Phone: 304-4500 AADULTDULT Sat, Feb 15, 11:00 am Wed, Feb 26, 2:00 pm Who Am I? A Lesson for Groundbreaking Reads: Mon, Feb 03, 10 & 24, 6:00 pm Black History Month Adult Book Discussion Series Wed, Feb 05, 12 & 26, 6:00 pm Young adults in costume will portray famous African Nora Natke will discuss “The Tombs,” by Clive Black History Month Miniseries Americans in a game called “Who Am I?” (60 min.) Cussler. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Revisit the groundbreaking TV miniseries “Roots.” (90 min.) Sign up and check out the book. ©Warner Bros. (90 min.) Not rated. Tue, Feb 18, 2:00 pm 2/03: Pt. 1. 2/12: Pt. 4. Black History Month Cinema CCHILDHILD 2/24: Pt. 5. “Precious.” ©Smokewood Entertainment. (109 2/05: Pt. 2. Fridays, 4:00 pm 2:26: Pt. 6. min.) Preregister. R 2/10: Pt. 3. American Girls Return! Wed, Feb 05 & 26, 2:00 pm Wed, Feb 19, 6:30 pm Join our four-week workshop, where we'll read eBooks: One-on-One Assistance African American Leaders excerpts from different American Girls books and Call for an appointment with a librarian and Leonard Burton, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs create a craft from the related time period. Ages learn how to borrow the library's eBooks. Bring at Palm Beach State College, will discuss African 8-12. (90 min.) Preregister. your compatible eReader, laptop, tablet, or other American leaders. (60 min.) Preregister. 2/07: Caroline. 2/21: Julie. mobile device. (30 min.) Preregister. Thu, Feb 20, 10:00 am 2/14: Rebecca. 2/28: Lanie. Wednesdays, 6:00 pm Black History Month Book Discussion: Sat, Feb 08, 11:00 am English Exchange To Kill a Mockingbird The Titanic Sinks! Practice speaking English in an informal atmo- Librarian Margaret Barry will lead a discussion of Take our Titanic Challenge with various activities sphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is Harper Lee's classic novel. (60 min.) Preregister. to test your skills. Ages 8-12. (90 min.) Preregister. necessary. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 to preregister. Sat, Feb 22, 2:00 pm Sat, Feb 08, 3:00 pm Tue, Feb 11, 2:00 pm Black History Month: Jazz Saxophone Moonlight Stories with Tales from the Front Stoop Performance by Randy Corinthian Orisirisi African Folklore Marjorie Gottlieb Wolfe will discuss old Jewish Honored as one of South Florida’s “40 under 40 Black African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- folklore tales, or Chelms, which originated in East- Leaders of Today and Tomorrow,” by Legacy Maga- filled audience participation that appeal to the ern Europe in the Yiddish language but have been zine in 2012 and by ICABA HONORS as a Finalist child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends told for generations and in many languages. (60 for Entertainer of The Year in 2013, Randy Corin- of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. min.) Preregister. thian will share soulful and scintillating sounds of the jazz saxophone in his solo performance to Sun, Feb 09, 12:30 pm Wed, Feb 12, 2:00 pm celebrate Black History Month. Sponsored by the Celebrate Black Americans: Music Negro Settlers of Delray Beach Friends of the Library. (60 min.) We'll enjoy storybooks that celebrate famous Black Learn about the black community who migrated musicians, beautiful music from the Harlem Renais- to Delray Beach from the Bahamas, Carolinas, and Tue, Feb 25, 2:00 pm sance, and then create a beautiful work of art. Ages North Florida in this program by The Spady Cultural Black History Month Cinema 7 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. Heritage Museum. (30 min.) Preregister. “The Help.” ©Dreamworks Pictures. (146 min.) Preregister. R

Page 7 Mon, Feb 10, 11:30 am Lauantai, 22 pv helmikuuta/klo 14:00 Sun, Feb 09, 3:00 pm African American Poetry Satutuokio Suomeksi! Anti-Valentine's Day Party Celebrate Black History Month with poetry from (Story Time in Finnish!) Let's un-celebrate by decorating broken, heart- African American authors. Ages 4 & up. (45 min.) Laita nimi listaan soittamalla: 561-304-4500. Tuo shaped cookies and making Valentine's Day cards Preregister. lapset leikkimään, laulamaan ja kuuntelemaan satuja for your mom, dog, or best friend. Ages 12-17. (90 Suomeksi! 3-8 vuotiaille. Meet in the Story Time min.) Preregister. Tue, Feb 11, 3:30 pm Room. Kokoonnumme lasten satutuokio huoneessa. Chess Club Sat, Feb 15, 2:00 pm Learn how to play this fascinating game. Ages 8-12. TTEENEEN Manga/Anime Club (45 min.) Preregister. Meet friends to talk about all things Manga and Sat, Feb 01, 15 & 22, 10:30 am Anime-related, watch Anime episodes, and create Thu, Feb 13, 4:00 pm Be a Reading Buddy cool artwork and crafts. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Pre- Get Back to Your Roots! Help children in grades K-5 with reading skills register. Create your own African-inspired beaded necklace. and earn volunteer hours for school. A completed Ages 8 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. application packet and one-hour training session Sun, Feb 23, 3:00 pm Write Now Club Sun, Feb 16, 12:30 pm are mandatory. Grades 6 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. Do you enjoy writing stories or poems? Share your Celebrate Black Americans: Visual Art writing with a supportive group of friends. Snacks We’ll view artwork created by famous Black Ameri- Sat, Feb 01, 2:30 pm and beverages provided. Ages 11 & up. (60 min.) cans and create a masterpiece of our own. Ages 7 & Create a Kente Cloth Duct Tape Wallet! Preregister. up. (45 min.) Preregister. In honor of African American History Month, create Tue, Feb 18, 3:30 pm a wallet out of duct tape, using traditional colors Celebrate Black History Month: Faith Ringgold and designs from Kente Cloth. Ages 11 & up. (90 Learn about this fascinating artist, book illustrator, min.) Preregister. and writer, and then create art in her style. Ages 8-12. (90 min.) Preregister.

525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee 33476 Phone: 924-5928 CCHILDHILD Fri, Feb 07, 10:00 am Wed, Feb 12, 5:30 pm Moonlight Stories with Who's Your Hero? Tue, Feb 04, 11 & 25, 10:00 am Orisirisi African Folklore Join us for this Black History Month reception and Thu, Feb 06, 13, 20, 10:00 & 11:00 am African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- display of community artwork, highlighting major Story Times filled audience participation that appeal to the contributions by black leaders. Tell us who your Themed stories and creative activities for children. child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends hero is! Refreshments served. All ages. (60 min.) Ages 3-5. (45 min.) Preregister. of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Preregister. 2/04 & 2/06: For the Love of Books! 2/11 & 2/13: All for Love! Sat, Feb 08, 2:00 pm Wed, Feb 19, 5:30 pm 2/20: Love That Music! All You Need Is Love! Play Me a Story 2/25 & 2/27: For the Love of Art! Children and families are invited to create Valentines Families are invited to join us for stories and skits! for those they love! All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. There is a part for everyone: behind the scenes, center stage, or as a member of the cheering audi- ence! All ages. (60 min.) Preregister.

3650 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach 33406 Phone: 233-2600 AADULTDULT one of which the public will choose as “The Book” the community will read together. Everyone is Thu, Feb 13, 1:00 pm Sat, Feb 01, 2:00 pm encouraged to vote for their favorite title from Jan Subcontracting Success for Small Business Black History Month Kickoff Celebration 13 to Feb 07. (60 min.) Preregister. Carole Hart and Jackie Rule, from the SBDC, will Join us for special guest speakers and performers, help you to better understand the basics of subcon- Mon, Feb 10, & 24, 6:00 pm including singer/songwriter Ty Swasey, the Delray tracting, as well as define the responsibilities of a Fri, Feb 21, 2:00 pm Divas step team, and Randy Corinthian, who will subcontractor, plus how to find business opportuni- Black History Month Movies share the soulful and scintillating sounds of the jazz ties and the importance of data mining in order to 2/10: “Rize.” ©Lionsgate Films. (86 min.) PG-13 saxophone in his solo performance to celebrate the grow our business. (60 min.) Call the Small Business 2/21: “42: The Jackie Robinson Story.” beginning of Black History Month events through- Development Center at 561-862-4726 to preregister. out the County. All ages. (2 hr.) ©Warner Bros. (128 min.) PG-13 2/24: “Good Hair.” ©Lionsgate Films. (95 min.) PG-13 Thu, Feb 13, 2:30 pm Tuesdays, 6:00 pm Tue, Feb 11, 1:00 pm FUNdamentals of Contracting English Exchange Carole Hart and Jackie Rule, from the SBDC, will Abraham Lincoln & the Railroads Practice speaking English in an informal atmo- discuss understanding the importance of a com- Robert Krasner, of the PBC Civil War Roundtable and sphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is pleted System for Award Management (SAM) member of the Abraham Lincoln Association, will necessary. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 to preregister. registration, development of techniques for a 1-2 discuss Lincoln and his involvement with the trans- minute “elevator” speech, a brief overview of the Miércoles, 05, 12, 19 y 26 de febrero, 2:00 pm continental railroad system. (60 min.) Preregister. Asistencia Individualizada: Computadoras North American Industry Classification (NAICS) (One-on-One Computer Assistance, Wed, Feb 12, 2:30 pm system, and the importance of your selection iden- in Spanish) Groundbreaking Reads: tifier. A reading list will be provided for further Asistencia Individualizada: Computadoras ¿Desea Adult Book Discussion Series educational enhancement. (60 min.) Call the Small aprender como utilizar el ratón y el teclado? ¿Crear Dr. Carole Policy will discuss “The Wolf Gift,” by Business Development Center at 561-862-4726 to una cuenta de correo electrónico? ¿Aprender a uti- Anne Rice. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. preregister. (90 min.) Sign up and check out the book. lizar el internet? ¿Crear un documento en Microsoft Thu, Feb 13, 7:00 pm Word? Llame y haga una cita con un especialista que Wed, Feb 12, 2:30 pm Exploring Florida's Rich le asistirá en español. (30 min.) Se require registrarse. Learn How to Job Campaign Archaeological History Thu, Feb 06, 2:00 pm Using the Internet Professors and archaeologists will discuss their 2014 Read Together, Palm Beach County: Our Business Librarian will show you how to create current field of study, new developments in our One Book, One Community - The Five Books a high-impact, customized, Job Campaign on the understanding of Florida prehistory, and other A panel of expert staff will share information and Internet. Learn how to find websites and use data- exciting topics like paleobotany or recent canoe insights about each of the five nominated books, bases and social media to help you in your job search. finds. (70 min.) (90 min.) Preregister. Page 8 Fri, Feb 14, 2:00 pm Thu, Feb 27, 3:00 pm Thu, Feb 13, 20 & 27, 3:00 pm Writers LIVE! Presents: Valentine's Day Jueves, 27 de febrero, 3:00 pm Geography Club Tea with Robin Oliveira Jedi, 27 Fevrye, 3:00 pm Join us as our journey across the United States con- This novelist will talk about her new book “I Always Technology Petting Zoo tinues. Ages 6-8. (45 min.) Preregister. Loved You.” A book signing will follow. Refresh- Presentación de Tecnología Interactiva 2/13: Georgia. ments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Seminé sou teknoloji (Pratik) 2/20: Florida. Library. (90 min.) (English, Spanish & Creole translation 2/27: Alabama. available) Wed, Feb 19, 2:00 pm Thu, Feb 13, 5:00 pm Test drive iPads, Android tablets, and Kindles. Intro to Export Stories & Crafts: Love Is in the Air Sponsored by the PBC Library Association, whose Join the International Trade Specialists at the SBDC A special family story time all about the one thing members will demonstrate new apps for down- along with Enterprise Florida's John Diep to explore we can't live without - Love! All ages. (45 min.) loading eBooks and music. (60 min.) Ven y aprende overseas opportunities for your business and to Preregister. cómo utilizar iPads, tabletas Android y Kindle. Los help identify where your products and services miembros de la Asociación de Bibliotecas de PBC Fri, Feb 14, 3:30 pm are in demand throughout the world. (2 hr.) Call demostrarán nuevas aplicaciones para descargar Valentine’s Day Craft for Tweens the Small Business Development Center at 561-862- libros electrónicos y música. Empleados estarán Make a unique craft sure to remind you why we 4726 to preregister. disponibles para traducir en español. (60 min.) Vin all love Valentine’s Day! Ages 9-12. (45 min.) Pre- Thu, Feb 20, 2:00 pm eseye iPad, Android tablet, epi Kindle! Patwone register. Black History Month Adult Book Discussion: par PBC Library Association, staff yo pral montre Sat, Feb 15, 2:30 pm “Decoded” ou kóman pou ou itilize apps pou ou ka download Happy Presidents’ Day! Staff will discuss this groundbreaking work by Hip- ebooks avek mizik. Nou pale Kreyól. (60 min.) Celebrate the wonderful leaders of this great coun- hop artist Jay-Z which is part memoir, part social try with stories, games, and a craft. All ages. (45 commentary, part history, and altogether engross- Jueves, 27 de febrero, 6:30 pm min.) Preregister. ing. Sign up and check out the book. (60 min.) Thu, Feb 27, 6:30 pm 1-2-3 Salsa! Wed, Feb 19, 5:00 pm Thu, Feb 20, 7:00 pm ¡Ven y disfruta de este baile latino! Aprenderás pasos Moonlight Stories with Florida Everglades: básicos de Salsa gozando de este ritmo tropical. (90 Orisirisi African Folklore Analyzing the Prehistoric Diet min.) Se requiere registrarse. You'll be delighted African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- Dr. Arlene Fradkin will present her findings from to learn basic steps while you enjoy this tropical filled audience participation that appeal to the excavations in the Everglades that help show how rhythm. (90 min.) Preregister. child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends native Floridians utilized a wide array of subsis- of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. tence strategies in this harsh environment. (70 min.) CCHILDHILD Sun, Feb 02, 3:00 pm Tue, Feb 25, 7:00 pm Sat, Feb 22, 2:30 pm Pajama Story Time A Glimpse of Chinese Culture through Groundhog Day Story Time & Craft Will the groundhog see its shadow? Enjoy stories Grab your PJs and enjoy a special story time all Dance & Music about bedtime. Ages 1-9. (45 min.) Preregister. Celebrate “The Year of the Horse” with the Joy and a craft to celebrate Groundhog Day. Ages 4-7. Dance Group, from the Chinese Association of Sci- (45 min.) Preregister. Fri, Feb 28, 3:30 pm ence Culture and Education of South Florida, as Wed, Feb 05, 5:00 pm Celebrate Black History Month they perform traditional Chinese folk dances and All Aboard the Titanic! With exciting stories, music, and crafts that empha- musical numbers. (60 min.) Explore the mysteries of this doomed voyage with size the beauty of African American culture. Ages 4-11. (45 min.) Preregister. Wed, Feb 26, 6:00 pm fascinating activities, a science experiment, and Miércoles, 26 de febrero, 6:00 pm more! Ages 8-12. (45 min.) Preregister. TTEENEEN Citizenship Workshop: Naturalization Fri, Feb 07, 4:00 pm Tue, Feb 04, 5:00 pm Information Session You Gotta Love Journaling Taller de Ciudadanía: Sesión Informativa Teen Movie Create a beautiful doodle journal page about your “The Dark Knight Rises.” ©Warner Bros. (165 min.) de Naturalización favorite things. Ages 8-15. (45 min.) Preregister. Preregister. PG-13 USCIS officers will discuss the naturalization pro- cess, conduct mock interviews, and answer ques- Wed, Feb 12, 4:00 pm Tue, Feb 11, 5:00 pm tions. Get free handouts and resources. (60 min.) Valentine’s Day Craft Teen Valentine’s Day Party Los oficiales del USCIS hablarán sobre el proceso Spread some love and make a card for special friends. Join us for tasty treats and Valentine’s Day games. de naturalización, habrá entrevistas simuladas, y Ages 4-8. (45 min.) Preregister. Ages 12-17. (45 min.) Preregister. tiempo para preguntas. Los participantes recibirán folletos y recursos gratuitos. (60 min.)

5689 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach 33417 Phone: 233-1880 AADULTDULT Tue, Feb 18, 5:30 pm Wed, Feb 12, 3:30 pm Writers' Critique Workshop Valentine's Day Special Mon, Feb 03, 10 & 24, 6:00 pm Offer and accept constructive criticism and com- Get ready to celebrate a day filled with love and English Exchange ments to improve your fiction, nonfiction, and friendship in stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 5-11. Practice speaking English in an informal atmo- poetry in a supportive atmosphere led by library (45 min.) Preregister. sphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is staff. (2 hr.) Preregister. necessary. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 to preregister. Wed, Feb 19, 10:30 am Wed, Feb 19, 2:30 pm Moonlight Stories with Wed, Feb 05 & 12, 2:30 pm Groundbreaking Reads: Orisirisi African Folklore Movies Adult Book Discussion Series African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- 2/05: “Life Is Beautiful/La Vita E Bella.” Dr. Carole Policy will discuss “Life of Pi,” by Yann filled audience participation that appeal to the ©Miramax. (122 min.) PG-13 Martel. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends 2/12: “50 First Dates.” ©Columbia Pictures (90 min.) Sign up and check out the book. of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Industries, Inc. (106 min.) PG-13 Thursdays & Fridays, 10:00 am CCHILDHILD AARP/IRS Tax Help AARP volunteers will provide individualized tax Mon, Feb 03, 6:30 pm assistance. You must bring current tax documents Family Origami and last year’s completed tax return. Paper folding fun for the whole family. Ages 7 & up. (45 min.) Preregister.

Page 9 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach 33411 Phone: 790-6030 AADULTDULT Thu, Feb 27, 2:15 pm Fri, Feb 21, 10:30 am Thursday Movie Matinee Bookercise: Move, Dance, Wiggle & Shake Thu, Feb 06, 2:30 pm “42.” ©Warner Bros. (128 min.) Preregister. PG-13 Enjoy wiggling and shaking to music while using Scherenschnitte for Your Valentine CCHILDHILD scarves, egg shakers, and other instruments all in We'll explore this Pennsylvania Dutch folk art using the name of reading readiness. Ages 2-6. (45 min.) scissors, paper, and paste to make lacy creations Mon, Feb 03, 11:00 am Preregister. for decorating cards and gifts. Bring a pair of scis- Winter Story Times sors, other supplies provided. (60 min.) Preregister. Fri, Feb 21, 3:00 pm We offer Baby Story Time for ages 0-23 mos. and Titanic Time Machine! Tue, Feb 11, 2:00 pm Story Times for ages 2-6. Pick up a schedule for Play “Titanic Trivia,” feel the frigidness of an iceberg Groundbreaking Reads: dates and times. and the temperatures of the deep North Atlantic Adult Book Discussion Series Mon, Feb 03, 3:30 pm waters, and learn about the people who survived Barbara Harnick will discuss “Vacationland,” by Are You Ready to Lego? or perished. Ages 8-12. (60 min.) Preregister. Sarah Stonich. Sponsored by the Friends of the We challenge you to create the tallest tower of blocks Library. (90 min.) Sign up and check out the book. Sat, Feb 22, 2:30 pm you can! Ages 3-6. (45 min.) [No-preregistration.] Moonlight Stories with Sat, Feb 15, 2:30 pm Tuesdays, 6:30 pm Orisirisi African Folklore Meet the Author: Virginia Lynn Moylan By-Hook-or-By-Crook Crochet Club African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- This local author will discuss her award-winning Learn basic stitches and socialize while you work filled audience participation that appeal to the book “Zora Neale Hurston’s Final Decade.” (60 on projects. Ages 9 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends min.) Preregister. of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Mon, Feb 10, 4:30 pm Mon, Feb 24, 2:00 pm Valentine’s Day Doodles Mon, Feb 24, 3:30 pm Book-a-Librarian Doodle your very own Valentine to give away. All Wii Gaming Call for an appointment for one-on-one computer supplies provided. Ages 8-14. (45 min.) Preregister. Enjoy playing Wii games and check out our new assistance, guidance with research, or help with Graphic Novels. Ages 7-12. (60 min.) Preregister. your e-reader in a hands-on session with a librarian. Tue, Feb 11, 4:30 pm Various appointment dates and times are available. We Love Gnomes! Tue, Feb 25, 3:30 pm (30 min.) Preregister. Make a gnome to take home with you while you Lego Building Crew watch a “gnomantic” movie. All materials provided. Play with Legos and make your own creation! Mon, Feb 24, 6:30 pm Ages 5 & up. “Gnomeo & Juliet.” ©Walt Disney Bring a Lego creation of your own to show. Ages Black History Month Adult Book Discussion Pictures. (84 min.) Preregister. G 7-11. (45 min.) Staff will discuss “Disintegration: The Splintering of Black America,” by Eugene Robinson, 2009 Pulitzer Fri, Feb 14 & 28, 3:30 pm TTEENEEN The Cool Creative Kids Club Prize-winner for distinguished commentary. (60 Sat, Feb 01, 2:00 pm min.) Sign up and check out the book. Experience an afternoon of creativity using a vari- ety of art materials and techniques. All materials Anime Club Watch Anime, eat Pocky, and check out our provided. Ages 7-11. (60 min.) Preregister. newest Manga titles. Snacks provided. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. Sat, Feb 01, 3:00 pm Graphic Novels: Then & Now An informal panel discussion about American comic books and Japanese Manga, and what makes them similar, yet very different. Our panelists will be Associate Professor and Chair Eric Berlatsky of Florida Atlantic University and Josh Stone, Library Associate II. Ages 12 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. Wed, Feb 12, 5:00 pm Teen Movie Night “Beautiful Creatures.” Ages 12-17. Snacks provided. ©Warner Bros. (124 min.) Preregister. PG-13 Sat, Feb 15, 3:00 pm RPB Teen Xpressions Come share your original poems, writings, artwork, etc. with a group of your peers. Snacks provided. www.pbclibrary.org/online-research Ages 12-17. (45 min.) Preregister.

461 Old Dixie Highway North, Tequesta 33469 Phone: 746-5970 AADULTDULT CCHILDHILD Thu, Feb 13, 2:00 pm Tue, Feb 04, 3:30 pm Groundbreaking Reads: Moonlight Stories with Follow us on Adult Book Discussion Series Orisirisi African Folklore Dr. Sallie Brown will discuss “The Devil in the White African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that filled audience participation that appeal to the Changed America,” by Erik Larson. Sponsored by child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends the Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Sign up and of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. www.twitter.com/pbclibrary check out the book.

Page 10 1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington 33414 Phone: 790-6070 AADULTDULT CCHILDHILD Wed, Feb 12, 3:00 pm Programs for children and teens are offered on a first- All You Need Is Love Tue, Feb 04, 7:00 pm come, first-served basis, unless otherwise stated. Design your very own Valentine bag or a one-of-a- Wonders of the Night Sky: kind card for someone special. Ages 6 & up. Limit Telescope Viewing Session Wed, Feb 05, 3:30 pm 20. (45 min.) Join the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches Not Your Grandma’s BINGO and learn about constellations as you stargaze from Create your own card, see if luck is on your side, and Thu, Feb 13, 6:00 pm sunset to 8:30 pm outside, if skies are clear. (90 min.) maybe win a prize! Ages 5 & up. Limit 25. (45 min.) So You Think You Know Black History Test your Black History savvy at this fun-filled, Thu, Feb 06, 6:30 pm Thu, Feb 06, 1:00 pm trivia-style game show for a chance to win a prize! Writers’ Critique Workshop Winter Olympic Fun! Families with children ages 10 & up. (45+ min.) Share, offer, and accept constructive criticism to We’ll learn, play, and craft all things Olympics and improve your fiction, nonfiction, and poetry in a celebrate the opening of the 2014 Games in Russia! Sat, Feb 15, 2:30 pm supportive atmosphere led by Caryn DeVincenti, Ages 3-14. Limit 50. (90 min.) Preregister. Chess Club for Kids Practice your strategy skills with other players. of the PBC Florida Writers' Association. (2 hr.) Fri, Feb 07 & 21, 2:30 pm Preregister. Basic game knowledge required. Ages 8 & up. Movie Matinee Limit 20. (60 min.) Tue, Feb 11, 6:30 pm 2/07: “Cool Runnings.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. Groundbreaking Reads: (98 min.) PG Tue, Feb 18, 3:00 pm Adult Book Discussion Series 2/21: “Brave.” ©Walt Disney Studios. (93 min.) PG Tween Gaming Sara Harris will discuss “Angle of Repose,” by Bring a friend for Wii gaming and board game fun! Sat, Feb 08, 11:00 am Ages 8-12. Limit 24. (90 min.) Wallace Stegner. Sponsored by the Friends of the Incredible Insect Stories Library. (90 min.) Sign up and check out the book. Buzz on in for stories, songs, and a cool craft featuring Thu, Feb 20, 6:00 pm Tue, Feb 18, 6:00 pm these crawly creatures. Ages 2-6. Limit 40. (45 min.) Pajama Tales Chess Club for Adults Wear your jammies and bring your teddy bear as Sat, Feb 08, 2:30 pm we wind down for the evening with bedtime sto- Chess fans unite to practice your strategy skills with Tales & Trails Storytellers Present: other players. Basic game knowledge required. (2 ries on the theme “The Library!” Ages 2-6. Limit A Family Feast of Stories 40. (45 min.) hr.) Preregister. Liz Mangual and Bob Kanegis will offer participa- Thu, Feb 20, 10:00 am tory storytelling that celebrates food, family, cul- Sat, Feb 22, 11:00 am eBook Assistance: One-on-One ture, and fun from around the world. All ages. (60 Moonlight Stories with Call for an appointment with a librarian and learn min.) Preregister. Orisirisi African Folklore how to borrow the library’s eBooks. Bring your African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- Mon, Feb 10, 10:30 am filled audience participation that appeal to the compatible eReader, tablet, or mobile device, and Little Bit of Love your laptop computer. (30 min.) Preregister. child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends Design the perfect Valentine with markers, glitter, of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Thu, Feb 20, 6:30 pm and glue, possibly fingerpaints too! Dress to get Social Media for Business messy! Ages 2-6. Limit 25. (45 min.) Sat, Feb 22, 2:00 pm Show Way Story Time Certified Business Analyst Sharon Geltner will Mon, Feb 10, 4:00 pm show you how to promote your business the most What was a show way? Find out in this special Art Club story by Jacqueline Woodson, then make your cost-effective way, how to create a brand, and gain Live through your art by exploring different medi- business recognition. (2 hr.) Preregister. own show way. Then we’ll celebrate Black History ums. Dress to get messy. Ages 8 & up. Limit 20. Month with prizes and refreshments! Ages 5-11. Sat, Feb 22, 2:00 pm (45+ min.) Limit 24 (90 min.) Black History Family Fun Day Tue, Feb 11, 1:00 pm: Ages 2’s & 3’s. Adults will discuss “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Mon, Feb 24, 4:00 pm Tue, Feb 18, 1:00 pm: Ages 3-5’s. Legos Lacks,” by Rebecca Skloot, while children will attend Dream, Discover, Do a special story time. Then children and adults will Builders – create vehicles or buildings out of Lego It’s never too early to build early literacy skills! pieces. Ages 8 & up. Limit 25. (45 min.) play a special game to celebrate the early contribu- We’ll talk, sing, read, write, and play our way to tions of African Americans to science and everyday a brighter future. Take home tips on how to incor- Wed, Feb 26, 3:00 pm life. Sign up and check out the book. (2 hr.) porate these five practices of “Every Child Ready Animal Rock Painting Thu, Feb 27, 6:30 pm to Read” in your own home. Limit 30. (30-45 min.) Turn an ordinary rock into an animal masterpiece. Ages 8-12. Limit 24. (60 min.) Adult Craft Night: Wall Medallions Tue, Feb 11, 6:00 pm Create a unique wall medallion or wreath using Pokémon League TTEENEEN recycled cardboard pieces. Bring your glue gun Bring your DS or Pokémon cards and get ready Wed, Feb 12, 6:00 pm and favorite pair of scissors. All other materials to battle, trade, and make new friends. Ages 6-12. Anime Grab Bag provided. (90 min.) Preregister. Limit 25. (60 min.) View new Anime titles. Snacks provided. Ages 12-17. Limit 25. (45 min.) Wed, Feb 19, 6:00 pm Heart of the Cards Bring your Yu-Gi-Oh! cards and get ready to battle, trade, and make new friends. Snacks provided. Ages 12 & up. Limit 25. (60 min.) Wed, Feb 26, 6:00 pm Teen Game Night Play Nintendo Wii and board games. Food provided. Ages 12-17. Limit 25. (2 hr.)

Page 11 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton 33498 Phone: 470-1600 AADULTDULT Thu, Feb 13, 10:30 am CCHILDHILD Natural Medicine: Tuesdays & Saturdays, 10:00 am Finding Trusted Resources Sat, Feb 01, 10:30 am IRS Tax Return Help A Consumer Health Information Service librarian Toddler Story Time Free tax preparation assistance provided by AARP discusses how to assess health claims and become Come listen to a story or two and dance and sing volunteers. Bring your ID, current tax papers, and an educated consumer by learning to ask the right to fun songs and fingerplays. Ages 1-2. (30 min.) last year's return. Returns will be e-Filed only. Walk- questions. Computer experience not necessary. Preregister. ins accepted. (3 hr.) Preregister. (90 min.) Fri, Feb 07, 3:30 pm Mon, Feb 03, 10 & 24, 1:00 pm Tue, Feb 18, 10:30 am Tales & Trails Storytellers Present: English Exchange Wed, Feb 26, 10:30 am A Family Feast of Stories Practice speaking English in an informal atmo- eBook Assistance: One-on-One Liz Mangual and Bob Kanegis will offer partici- sphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is Ask questions about downloading library ebooks patory storytelling that celebrates food, family, necessary. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 to preregister. in an individualized session with a librarian. Bring culture, and fun from around the world. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Wed, Feb 05, 2:00 pm your eReader or tablet, app store log-in, and your Groundbreaking Reads: library card. Sign-up starts 30 minutes before each Sat, Feb 08, 10:30 am Adult Book Discussion Series session. (30 min.) Card Crafting Nora Natke will discuss “Three Weeks with My Tue, Feb 18, 2:00 pm Stop in the story time room and create a card or Brother,” by Nicholas Sparks. Sponsored by the Cooking the Books with Jan Norris two for Valentine’s Day or another special occa- Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Sign up and check Join this former Palm Beach Post food editor for sion. All ages. (60 min.) out the book. a discussion of her 30-year career, followed by a Mon, Feb 10 & 24, 10:30 am Thu, Feb 06 & 13, 2:00 pm book discussion of “From Scratch: Inside the Food Baby Story Time Thu, Feb 20, 10:30 am Network,” by Allen Salkin. (60 min.) Baby and parent or caregiver are invited to share in Basic Computer Assistance: One-on-One Wed, Feb 19, 2:00 pm a time of stories, songs, and fingerplays. Ages 3-12 Ask questions about using Windows, Internet Responding to Government Solicitations mos. (30 min.) Preregister. searching, MS Word, email, or mousing in an indi- (RFQ/RFP) Mon, Feb 10, 3:30 pm vidualized session with a librarian. Sign-up starts J. M. Rule, from the Small Business Development 30 minutes before each session. (30 min.) Celebrate the Olympics Center, will discuss how to search for a proposal Celebrate the Olympics through stories and fun Wed, Feb 12, 1:30 pm opportunity, understanding the various sections games. Make a craft to take home. Ages 4 & up. Celebrate Black History Month within a proposal, and constructing a winning (45 min.) Preregister. Film & Discussion: Lincoln's Birthday response. (2 hr.) Call the SBDC at 561-862-4726 to Barbara Wolk, a local Film Festival organizer, intro- preregister. Thu, Feb 13, 3:30 pm duces a screening of “Lincoln,” followed by a lively Valentine’s Stories discussion. ©Dreamworks Pictures. (3 hr.) PG-13 We'll celebrate the season of love with stories, a game, and a special craft. Grades Pre-K-Grade 2. (45 min.) Preregister. Thu, Feb 20, 11:30 am Moonlight Stories with Orisirisi African Folklore African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- filled audience participation that appeal to the child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Thu, Feb 27, 3:30 pm Afternoon Crafts Stop by the story time room for a casual craft time fea- turing a variety of simple crafts. Ages 3-8. (60 min.) TTEENEEN Sat, Feb 01, 2:30 pm Beginning Needlepoint Learn the basics and create a take-home project. No experience required. Kit provided. Ages 11 & up. Limit of 10. (60 min.) Preregister. Mon, Feb 03, 6:30 pm Duct Tape Hearts Make a small, duct tape pillow to give to your Valentine or keep for yourself. Grades 6 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. Sat, Feb 22, 2:30 pm Iceberg - Right Ahead! We’ll discuss the tragedy of the Titanic. Participate in Titanic activities and a trivia game. Grades 6 & up. (45 min.) Preregister.

Page 12 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach 33437 Phone: 734-5556 Mon, Feb 03, 6:30 pm Thu, Feb 20, 2:00 pm Sat, Feb 08, 10:00 am Kick It Up A Notch Writers’ Workshop Way Off-Broadway Players Block Party: Legos in the Library Session 5: Did You See the Driver, Ma’am? This ever-popular group of performers will delight Builders create vehicles or buildings out of Lego (Description) you with their latest production “Laughter: The Best pieces. Ages 6-10. (45 min.) Preregister. Novices and experienced writers? Interested in skills Medicine.” (60 min.) Preregister. Wed, Feb 12, 5:00 pm improvement, constructive critiques, and fun? Bring Tue, Feb 25, 2:00 pm Valentine Workshop a pen and pad, something you’ve written, and an Meet the Author: Ben G. Frank Celebrate by making a card or two for your loved open mind. Led by Buck Buchanan. (2 hr.) Part history lesson, part novel, “Klara’s Journey,” ones. Ages 8-12. (45 min.) Preregister. chronicles a young Jewish girl’s travels from her Tue, Feb 04, 2:00 pm Fri, Feb 21, 4:30 pm home in Odessa, Russia to Winnipeg, Manitoba, in Celebrate Black History Month Book Tonight on the Titanic the midst of the Russian Civil War. A book signing Discussion: Crooked Letter, Crooked Letter Step back in time to 1912, learn about Morse Code, Judy Kamiat will lead a book discussion of the most will follow. (60 min.) Preregister. the science of icebergs, and all things Titanic. accomplished and resonant novel so far from Tom Thu, Feb 27, 2:00 pm Ages 9-12. (45 min.) Preregister. Franklin. Preregister. Closing Your Florida Home TTEENEEN Wednesdays, 9:00 am Audrey Norman, from PBC Extension Services, eBook Assistance: One-on-One will talk about how to keep your home mold and Mon, Feb 10, 6:30 pm Call for an appointment and learn how to borrow mildew-free and secure while you’re away. (90 Shhh ... You're in the Library! Karaoke Night the library's eBooks in a session with staff. Bring min.) Preregister. Cut loose at Karaoke Night. Hot Cocoa Bar refresh- your compatible eReader, laptop, mobile device, CCHILDHILD ments served. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. or tablet. (30 min.) Preregister. Wed, Feb 12, 6:00 pm Thu, Feb 06, 2:00 pm Sat, Feb 01 & 22, 1:00 pm Frosted Notes Celebrate Black History Month: Knitting 101 Share a current book, graphic novel, or Manga you're Knit a project. Space limited. Supplies provided. The Librarian and the Banjo - reading while frosting and decorating Valentine's Ages 8 & up. (50 min.) Preregister. Film Screening & Live Music cookies. Refreshments provided. Ages 12-17. (45 As a Music Librarian from Chicago, Dena Epstein’s Wed, Feb 05, 10:00 am min.) Preregister. 25 years of research prove the African origin of the Moonlight Stories with banjo and banjo music. Tony Thomas will perform Thu, Feb 13, 6:30 pm Orisirisi African Folklore Do the Write Thing: selections on this magical instrument following the African tales, drumming, dance, songs, and fun- A Monthly Teen Writing Workshop film. (90 min.) Shown with permission. Preregister. filled audience participation that appeal to the Fine-tune your writing (fiction, nonfiction, poetry, child’s heart in everyone. Sponsored by the Friends Tue, Feb 11, 2:00 pm or prose.) Bring your work in progress to share and of the Library. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Groundbreaking Reads: get constructive feedback in a supportive atmo- Adult Book Discussion Series Wednesdays, 3:30 pm sphere led by Caryn DeVincenti, of the PBC Florida Nora Natke will discuss “While We Were Watch- Chess Club Writers' Association. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Preregister. ing Downton Abbey,” by Wendy Wax. Sponsored Challenge other chess enthusiasts for a game or two Mon, Feb 24, 6:30 pm by the Friends of the Library. (90 min.) Sign up and and perfect your own skill. Ages 8–12. (60 min.) check out the book. Teen Zombie Flick Fri, Feb 07, 3:30 pm “Warm Bodies.” Refreshments provided. Ages Tue, Feb 11, 7:00 pm Firefi ghters Are Friendly 12-17. ©Lionsgate Films. (98 min.) Preregister. PG-13 Sherlock Holmes Mystery Club Meet a real firefighter, see firefighting equipment/ The game’s afoot with facilitator Howard Schoen gear, and learn what to do in case of fire. See a fire and other Sherlock fans for films and discussions of rescue truck, if not out on an emergency. Ages 3 & the renowned literary detective. (75 min.) up. (45 min.) Preregister. Wed, Feb 12, 1:30 pm Meet the Author: Virginia Lynn Moylan This author shares her meticulously researched book of the end of Hurston’s life in “Zora Neale Hurstons' Final Decade.” A question and answer period will follow. (60 min.) Preregister. Thu, Feb 13, 2:00 pm Meet the Author: Carol White In her book, “From One Place to Another,” this author shares how she throws open a door into the In the dark about Word, elaborate, wealthy lifestyle of a country club in Boca Raton in which the main character half-heartedly Excel, PowerPoint thumbs her nose. (60 min.) Preregister. Tue, Feb 18, 2:00 pm and more? IBS: New Treatment Options Dr. Stephen Miller, from Bethesda Hospital, will discuss new treatment options for patients with We have free classes on software Irritable Bowel Syndrome. (60 min.) Preregister. Martes, 18 de febrero, 6:30 pm that you need for your job Tertulia Literaria AND your personal life! (Book Discussion in Spanish: The Weaver of Crowns) Únase a nosotros para una discusión sobre “La teje- dora de coronas” de Germán Espinosa. Las copias están disponibles en el mostrador de Información. (90 min.) 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Page 13 Classes are either Lecture (informational only) or Hands-on (using a computer). Some hands-on classes are also available in Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced levels. eBook classes vary from branch to branch and from device to device – call for more information. Call the location of your choice early to preregister — classes fill up fast! Acceso Total (Lecture) Correo Electrónico Avanzado (Hands-on) Wellington Branch (Look It Up, in Spanish) (Email - Advanced, in Spanish) Wed, Feb 26, 10:30 am Aprenda a utilizar su tarjeta de la biblioteca desde Aprenda cómo crear carpetas, adjuntar archivos, y Jupiter Branch su casa, renovar y reservar materiales, localizar usar la libreta de contactos en su cuenta de correo Wed, Feb 26, 2:00 pm libros, peliculas, musica, traductores y mucho electrónico en el Internet. (90 min.-2 hr.) Se requi- Royal Palm Beach Branch más! (90 min.) ere registrarse. Thu, Feb 27, 10:15 am Main Library Main Library Email - Basic (Hands-on) Sábado, 15 de febrero, 10:00 am Miércoles, 19 de febrero, 7:00 pm Learn how to use free, web-based, email programs, Access - Basic (Hands-on) Greenacres Branch such as Yahoo!, Gmail or Hotmail. Contact your Learn how to use Microsoft Access to create a data- Lunes, 24 de febrero, 6:00 pm branch for class specifics. Some computer experi- base for compiling and sorting data. Some computer Royal Palm Beach Branch ence is necessary. (60 min.-2 hr.) experience is necessary. (60 min.) Miércoles, 26 de febrero, 2:30 pm Jupiter Branch Main Library Correo Electrónico Básico (Hands-on) Thu, Feb 06, 2:00 pm Wed, Feb 12, 1:00 pm (Email - Basic, in Spanish) Greenacres Branch Archivos y Carpetas - Básico (Hands-on) Aprenda lo básico para crear y usar una cuenta de Sat, Feb 08, 10:00 am (File Basics, in Spanish) correo electrónico en esta conferencia que se dic- Main Library Aprenda a crear, nombrar, mover y organizar archi- tará en español. (90 min.) Se requiere registrarse. Thu, Feb 13, 10:00 am vos y carpetas en su computadora. Prerequisito: Greenacres Branch Hagen Ranch Road Branch saber utilizar el ratón y el teclado. (60 min.-2 hr.) Lunes, 03 de febrero, 6:00 pm Thu, Feb 20, 10:00 am Se requiere registrarse. Royal Palm Beach Branch Gardens Branch Royal Palm Beach Branch Martes, 18 de febrero, 2:30 pm Thu, Feb 20, 10:30 am Jueves, 20 de febrero, 2:30 pm Craigslist (Hands-on) Royal Palm Beach Branch Tue, Feb 25, 10:15 am Browsers - Basic (Hands-on) Craigslist is a free community-moderated website A browser is the name for the software used to access for posting local classifieds and forums. Learn how Entwodiksyon a Entenet (Hands-on) the Internet. Learn the basics of using the Microsoft to post ads, search to find local deals, and discover (Internet - Beginning, in Creole) Internet Explorer browser. Some computer experi- information about local events. (60 min.) Cheche konnen koman pou fè rechech sou Entènèt ence is necessary. (60 min.-2 hr.) Lantana Road Branch browsers. Ou pa bezwen konnen odinate deja pou Greenacres Branch Mon, Feb 24, 10:00 am kapab paticipe. (60 min.) Anregistre alavans. Tue, Feb 04, 6:30 pm Daktilografi (Hands-on) Lantana Road Branch Royal Palm Beach Branch (Keyboarding in Creole) Samdi, Fevrye 01, 10:00 am Tue, Feb 11, 10:15 am Vini apran-n daktilografi oubyen koman pou ou Main Library Gardens Branch tape epi fé ekzésis avek tou dwét ou yo. Pou moun Samdi, Fevrye 08, 10:00 am Wed, Feb 12, 10:30 am ki fek a debite. (60 min.) Anregistre alavans. Excel - Basic (Hands-on) Jupiter Branch Main Library Learn how to create a basic spreadsheet and make Wed, Feb 12, 2:00 pm Lendi, Fevrye 03, 7:30 pm simple charts and graphs. Some computer experi- West Boynton Branch eBooks (Hands-on) ence is necessary. (60 min.) Thu, Feb 13, 9:00 am Learn about the Library's eBook service, how to get Jupiter Branch Okeechobee Blvd. Branch eBooks, and what is needed to transfer an eBook Mon, Feb 03, 5:30 pm Tue, Feb 25, 8:30 am to a reader. Bring your device (see what the vari- Main Library Lantana Road Branch ous branches are offering below) and your account Wed, Feb 05, 1:00 pm Thu, Feb 27, 10:00 am (Google Chrome) information for assistance. (30 min.-2 hr.) Lantana Road Branch Mon, Feb 17, 10:00 am Computer Keyboard & Typing - Basic Belle Glade Branch (Hands-on) Tue, Feb 18, 2:00 pm Excel - Intermediate (Hands-on) Learn the basics about the keys on the computer eBooks - Basic (Lecture) Prerequisite: Excel - Basic keyboard and practice typing using online tutori- Learn about the Library’s eBook service, how to This class reviews the skills learned in Excel – als. (60 min.) borrow eBooks, and what’s needed to transfer an Basics, and adds formatting, advanced formulas, Clarence E. Anthony Branch eBook to a portable device. (60 min.) and more. (2 hr.) Mon, Feb 03, 5:00 pm Okeechobee Blvd. Branch Wellington Branch Gardens Branch Mon, Feb 10, 3:30 pm (Kindle, iPad) Wed, Feb 12, 2:30 pm Wed, Feb 05, 10:30 am Greenacres Branch Fichye Ak Katab (Hands-on) Lantana Road Branch Wed, Feb 19, 2:30 pm (Nook; iPad; Sony) (File Basics, in Creole) Thu, Feb 06, 10:00 am Tue, Feb 25, 6:30 pm (Kindle) Vini aprann konen koman pou nou itilize operating Main Library Gardens Branch system ke yo rele Windows XP-an, pa eksanp kreye Tue, Feb 11, 10:00 am Thu, Feb 27, 2:30 pm (Nooks) e oganize fichye ansanm ak katab. Teyori ak pratik. Computers - Beginning (Hands-on) Thu, Feb 27, 6:00 pm (Tablets) Maksimom 8 moun. (2 hr.) Anregistre alavans. Okeechobee Blvd. Branch Prerequisite: Mousing Ejercitando el Ratón (Hands-on) Lendi, Fevrye 24, 6:00 pm Learn the basics about computers including hard- (Mousing, in Spanish) ware, software, files, and networks. (60 min.-2 hr.) Aprenda a utilizar el ratón mediante un programa Files - Basic (Hands-on) Belle Glade Branch que se permite hacerlo a su paso. Para principiantes. Learn how to create, name, move, and organize Fri, Feb 14, 10:00 am Se requiere registrarse. (60 min.) files and folders on your computer. (60 min.-2 hr.) Consejos y Trucos para el Internet Royal Palm Beach Branch Gardens Branch (Lecture) Miércoles, 12 de febrero, 2:30 pm Wed, Feb 19, 10:30 am Jupiter Branch (Internet Tips & Tricks, in Spanish) Email - Advanced (Hands-on) Aprenda cómo usar diferentes herramientas de Current email users will learn advanced functions Fri, Feb 21, 2:00 pm búsqueda en la Web y trucos para usar el buscador like creating an address or contact list, moving mes- Royal Palm Beach Branch y proteger su seguridad. (90 min.-2 hr.) Se requi- sages to a folder, and sending attachments. Contact Wed, Feb 26, 10:15 am ere registrarse. your branch for class specifics. Email experience is Image Editing Basic (Hands-on) Main Library necessary. (60 min.-2 hr.) Learn how to edit and manage photographs. We Martes, 25 de febrero, 10:00 am Greenacres Branch will upload and edit images, add elements and text Mon, Feb 10, 10:00 am and then save the modified images. This workshop requires some experience with computers. (90 min.). Page 14 Main Library PowerPoint - Intermediate (Hands-on) Teclado Básica (Hands-on) Tue, Feb 18, 10:00 am Prerequisite: PowerPoint - Basic (Computer Keyboarding & Typing - Basic, in Internet - Basic (Hands-on) Expand on the basics to learn design themes, chang- Spanish) Prerequisite: Internet - Basics (Lecture) ing color themes, custom animation, automatic Aprenda a utilizar el teclado de la computadora Learn how to use a Web Directory, search engines, advancement, and adding sound. (2 hr.) con un programa que se permite practicar paso a and other specialized search tools. (60-90 min.) Wellington Branch paso. Para principiantes. (60-90 min.) Se requiere Main Library Wed, Feb 19, 10:30 am registrarse. Thu, Feb 06, 10:00 am PowerPoint en Español (Hands-on) Royal Palm Beach Branch Hagen Ranch Road Branch (Powerpoint, in Spanish) Jueves, 13 de febrero, 10:30 am Mon, Feb 10, 2:00 pm Programa para presentaciones. (90 min.-2 hr.) Se Windows - Basic (Hands-on) Gardens Branch requiere registrarse. Learn the basics of moving around in the Windows Tue, Feb 11, 10:30 am Main Library environment and practice using a mouse. (60 min.) Internet Power Searching (Lecture) Martes, 04 de febrero, 1:00 pm Royal Palm Beach Branch Learn how to use advanced search techniques to Procesamiento de Textos (Hands-on) Wed, Feb 05, 2:15 pm make your searches more effective and efficient. (Word Processing, in Spanish) West Boynton Branch (60 min.) Aprenda cómo utilizar el procesador de textos para Thu, Feb 06, 9:00 am Main Library redactar documentos. (90 min.-2 hr.) Se requiere Gardens Branch Thu, Feb 20, 2:30 pm registrarse. Thu, Feb 06, 10:30 am West Boca Branch Lantana Road Branch Mobile Apps (Lecture) Mon, Feb 10, 10:00 am Get your information on-the-go! Explore how your Sábado, 08 de febrero, 10:30 am mobile device can connect you with the information Publisher - Basic (Hands-on) Windows 8 Introduction (Lecture) you want in and outside of the library. (60-90 min.) Prerequisite: Word Processing - Basic Designed for students new to Windows 8. Learn to Main Library Discover how easy it is to use Microsoft Publisher navigate the new Operating System and see how Thu, Feb 06, 2:30 pm to create birthday cards, business cards, calendars, Windows has changed, take a tour of the Start and more. (60 min.- 2 hr.) screen, and experiment with Live tiles and the Mousing (Hands-on) Charm Bar. You will also learn how to shut down Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For Main Library Wed, Feb 05, 2:30 pm the computer. You may bring you own laptop if it beginners. (60 min.) has Windows 8. (2 hr.) Lantana Road Branch Jupiter Branch Mon, Feb 24, 5:30 pm Jupiter Branch Mon, Feb 03, 10:00 am Wed, Feb 19, 2:00 pm Greenacres Branch Résumé Basic (Hands-on) Tequesta Branch Mon, Feb 03, 2:30 pm Learn tips for creating a better résumé. Word pro- Fri, Feb 28, 2:05 pm Main Library cessing experience is required. (60 min.) Tue, Feb 04, 10:00 am Main Library Word Processing - Basic (Hands-on) Gardens Branch Wed, Feb 12, 2:30 pm Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word to create Tue, Feb 04, 10:30 am West Boca Branch and edit documents. Some computer experience is Royal Palm Beach Branch Thu, Feb 13, 6:30 pm necessary. (60 min.-2 hr.) Tue, Feb 04, 2:15 pm Royal Palm Beach Branch Search Tools (Hands-on) Mon, Feb 03, 6:00 pm Jupiter Branch Prerequisite: Internet - Beginning Fri, Feb 07, 2:00 pm Main Library Learn how to use search engines, web directories, Wed, Feb 05, 11:00 am Wellington Branch and meta-search engines to find information on the Sat, Feb 08, 8:30 am Greenacres Branch Internet. (60 min.) Wed, Feb 12, 2:30 pm Hagen Ranch Road Branch Greenacres Branch Mon, Feb 10, 10:00 am Lantana Road Branch Thu, Feb 06, 2:30 pm Thu, Feb 13, 10:00 am Okeechobee Blvd. Branch Hagen Ranch Road Branch Tue, Feb 11, 8:30 am Gardens Branch Thu, Feb 20, 2:00 pm Thu, Feb 13, 10:30 am PowerPoint - Basic (Hands-on) Gardens Branch West Boynton Branch Learn to compose slides and to add eye-catching Wed, Feb 26, 10:30 am Thu, Feb 20, 9:00 am effects to your presentations. (60 min.) Social Networking (Hands-on) Word Processing - Intermediate (Hands-on) Jupiter Branch Prerequisite: An email account and basic typing Mon, Feb 10, 5:30 pm Prerequisite: Word Processing - Basic skills are required for this class. Build on the basics to learn more features to cus- Greenacres Branch Learn how to get started with social networking, Thu, Feb 13, 10:00 am tomize documents. Contact your branch for class from posting to locating people with similar inter- specifics. (60 min.-2 hr.) Main Library ests. (60 min.) Wed, Feb 19, 2:30 pm Royal Palm Beach Branch West Boca Branch Mon, Feb 10, 6:00 pm West Boynton Branch Tue, Feb 11, 2:00 pm (Twitt er) Thu, Feb 27, 9:00 am Main Library Wed, Feb 12, 11:00 am Gardens Branch Tue, Feb 25, 10:30 am

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