Calendar of Events December 2015

Book Life Presents

10 Ways to Enjoy the Holiday Season We all know how busy the holidays get with shopping, decorating, baking and seasonal parties. Sometimes we are rushing around and forget to enjoy the season. The Library offers many programs and events to help you enjoy PENETRATING the the holiday season. 1. Relax – Attend one of our adult coloring classes and explore this latest SECRETS of NATURE relaxation technique or attend a meditation lecture to learn other ways THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF MEDICINE PRODUCED THIS EXHIBITION. to de-stress. CURATED BY SUSAN LEDERER, PHD 2. Let It Snow – You too can enjoy winter without the actual cold DESIGNEDExhibition BY THE DESIGN MINDS & Events temperatures at one of our many programs that celebrate all things snow. Fans of Frankenstein, science enthusiasts, and the curious are invited to explore 3. Check Out a Movie – While away an afternoon watching a movie the mysterious and intriguing world of Mary Shelley’s novel, “Frankenstein; or while everyone else is at the mall. Then check out a DVD to watch The Modern Prometheus,” with a Family Fun Day and an a special exhibition. with your family. The Library System is hosting the travelling exhibit, “Frankenstein: Penetrat- 4. Play a Game – Whether you like old-school board games, video games, ing the Secrets of Nature.” This exhibit explores how Shelley’s novel provides card games, chess or trivia you can find something to have some fun. a framework for discussions of medical advances that challenge our traditional 5. Get Holiday Inspiration – Learn new techniques to make your holidays understanding of what it means to be human, as well as the transformation of more festive with classes on how to make cards, scrapbook pages, the “monster” in popular culture. decorate your nails, wrap gifts and more. 6. Encounter Celestial Wonders – The Astronomical Society of the To coincide with the exhibit, the Acreage Branch Library is offering events for Palm Beaches offers telescope viewing at many of our locations. adults and children which feature Frankenstein’s monster and investigate the 7. Read and Discuss Your Favorite Book – If you like the classics, novel’s themes. contemporary fiction translated to the screen, or cookbooks there This exhibition runs through Jan 03, 2016. It was developed and produced by are a variety of book discussions for you to enjoy – and some for your the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, and curated by teens as well. Susan Lederer, PhD. Support for Family Fun Day and other Book Life events 8. Use the Force – Get caught up in the excitement for the new “Star Wars” are provided by the Friends of the Library. movie at one of our many programs. 9. Entertain the Kids – Bring your kids in to enjoy story time, games, crafts, Images courtesy The Bodelian Library, University of Oxford; Universal Studios ® movies, LEGO bricks, “Star Wars” and more. For babies to teens and Licensing LLC; Courtesy The Carl H. Pforzheimer Collection of Shelly and His everyone in between. Circle, TheWWW.NLM.NIH.GOV/FRANKENSTEIN New York Public Library, Astor, Lenox and Tilden Foundations 10. Learn Something New – Attend a class or book a one-on-one session with a librarian to learn new computer skills, the ins and outs of your eReader or tablet, and how to use our online resources.

All Palm Beach County Library System locations will be closed on Thu, Dec 24, and Fri, Dec 25, for Christmas. No materials will be due on these days. All libraries will close at 5:00 pm on Thu, Dec 31, and remain closed Fri, Jan 01, 2016, for New Year’s. No materials will be due on these days.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System. Connect. Inspire. Enrich. Page 1 Thu, Dec 17, 6:30 pm Wed, Dec 09, 2:30 pm ACREAGE Book Discussion: “Frankenstein; For Real Fairy Tales Or, the Modern Prometheus” Don’t just listen to stories, become a part of them! Staff will lead a lively discussion of “Frankenstein; Use costumes and props to act out battles with 15801BRANCH Orange Boulevard, Loxahatchee 33470 Or, The Modern Prometheus,” by Mary Shelley. wicked witches, meet friendly giants, and become Phone: 681-4100 Stop by the information desk for a copy of the book a knight or royalty to save the kingdom! Have fun to check out. (90 min.) Preregister. acting and playing your way through classic fairy ADULT Sun, Dec 20, 2:00 pm tales. Ages 3-6. (45 min.) Preregister. Wed, Dec 02, 6:30 pm Nail Stamping for the Holidays Fri, Dec 11, 4:00 pm Cinema & Craft Night: Holiday Edition Bling in the New Year with amazingly artistic Toddler Art Time “Happy Feet.” ©Warner Brothers. (109 min.) nails! We’ll show you how to use the technique of Bring the little ones to this experiential art class Enjoy a movie about happy, dancing penguins nail stamping to add winter and holiday designs designed just for your tiny artists. Dress to get while making handmade cards for your friends to your favorite manicure. Please paint your nails messy. Space is limited. Ages 1-2. (35 min.) and family. Materials provided. Preregister. PG prior to the program. All materials provided. Preregister, beginning Mon, Nov 23. Sat, Dec 05, 2:00 pm Limit 17. (60 min.) Preregister. Tue, Dec 15, 6:30 pm Acoustic Java Jam Mon, Dec 28, 6:30 pm Club Pokémon Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent Chess Club Bring your DS or Pokémon cards to battle, trade or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out All-level chess club for adults, teens and children and make new friends or try your hand at a Poké- while enjoying a hot cup of java. (2 hr.) interested in learning more about and practicing the craft. Ages 6-12. (90 min.) Preregister. Mon, Dec 07, 2:00 pm game of kings. Ages 6 & up. (90 min.) Preregister. Thu, Dec 17, 11:15 am Genetically Engineered Food: Wed, Dec 30, 7:00 pm Be a Friend, Be a Helper Explaining the Science Behind GMOs Card Gamers Club Practice empathy and caring with your child Dr. Christian Miller, Commercial Vegetable and Yu-Gi-Oh!, Pokémon, Magic and more. If you like through art and activities that encourage kind Fruit Extension Agent for UF/IFAS Palm Beach collectible card games, this is your place to be. Bring words and actions. A video from Sesame Work- County, will explore the controversial topic of GMO your deck, box or binder, and come with a friend shop and music and songs let kids practice skills (genetically modified organism) crop production. or make a new one. All ages. (90 min.) Preregister. to stand up for themselves and others when they He will explain the science behind transgenic crop notice someone being excluded or treated unfairly. technology and provide information about the CHILD Ages 3-6. (60 min.) Preregister. benefits and limitations of this scientific process. Tue, Dec 01, 4:00 pm Sat, Dec 19, 2:00 pm (60 min.) Preregister. Tween Crafternoon Let It Snow! Tue, Dec 08 & 15, 5:00 pm Take a homework break and work out your creative Get a little taste of the magic of winter with a cel- Sit ’n’ Stitch side with this fun session featuring rubber band ebration of snow as we make snow cones and a fun Want to learn crochet fundamentals? Want to creations, paper bead necklaces, Zentangle and snow activity to take home. Ages 4-8. (45 min.) socialize while you work on your current project? Shrinky Dinks. Bring your friends or make some! Preregister. Sit and stitch, meet new people, and share your Ages 9-17. (90 min.) Preregister. Mon, Dec 21, 2:00 pm ideas and knowledge with others who are just Wed, Dec 02, 3:30 pm Monster Mash-Up Story Time learning to crochet. Some materials provided. Musical Toddlers & Tykes Frightfully fun and funny monsters are hiding in Ages 9 & up. (2 hr.) Do you love our story time songs? Join us for a jam the library! Hear about some favorite monsters and Sat, Dec 12, 2:00 pm session with all our favorites and lots of instru- discover new ones as we create your ideal monster Board Game Day Special Edition: ments for you to play along and keep the music pet. Ages 4-6. (60 min.) Preregister. Harry Potter & the Mystery of the Winter Wizard going. Ages 0-4. (30 min.) Preregister. Tue, Dec 22, 2:00 pm Play a life-sized game of Wizard Clue as you enjoy Wed, Dec 02, 4:00 pm Welcome to a Winter LEGO® Land! seasonal treats, duel with fellow students and over- American Girl : Maryellen Larkin ® “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” ©Walt Disney come crazy magical challenges in a race to solve the ® Get inspired by American Girl ’s newest BeFor- Pictures. (76 min.) Build with new friends and mystery of the Winter Wizard invading Hogwarts. ever™ character, Maryellen Larkin. Maryellen is old, together or alone, a most wonderful LEGO® Ages 9 & up. (2 hr.) Preregister. an eager, imaginative girl growing up in Florida in creation while you enjoy this mixed-up holiday Sun, Dec 13, 2:30 pm 1954. Ages 6-12. (60 min.) Preregister. classic. Ages 6 & up. (90 min.) Preregister. PG Frankenstein Matinee Fri, Dec 04, 10:15 am Wed, Dec 23, 2:00 pm “Frankenstein.” ©Universal Studios. (71 min.) Toddler Time! Catch That Gingerbread Man! Experience this classic big screen adaptation Bring your little girl or guy to this special story Listen to and participate in our slightly silly ver- of Mary Shelley’s timeless novel. Preregister. time just for them, full of music, nursery rhymes, sion of the Gingerbread Man story featuring masks, Not rated. and social play time. Ages 12-24 mos. (40 min.) a game of gingerbread hot potato, and delicious Tue, Dec 15, 7:00 pm Preregister. cookies to decorate. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Wonders of the Night Sky: Fri, Dec 04, 11:15 am Telescope Viewing Session Baby Playtime TEEN Encounter numerous celestial wonders with a Get ready for fun circle time with other babies, Sat, Dec 05, 2:30 pm presentation and telescope viewing provided by featuring music and toys perfect for a baby. Lip Sync Battles! the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches. Ages 0-12 mos. (40 min.) Preregister. Get ready for music chaos as we show off our (90 min.) Preregister. showmanship and pretend to sing along to your favorite songs while enjoying some sweet snacks. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Preregister.

Page 2 Mon, Dec 07, 5:00 pm Getting Crafty: Recycleable Holiday Crafts Take ordinary items and turn them into great deco- rations for the home during the holidays. (90 min.) CHILD Sat, Dec 19, 11:00 pm Game Scene Try your hand at Monopoly, Twister, Sorry and other games that are sure to keep you having fun. Ages 5 & up. (90 min.) TEEN Sat, Dec 05, 11:00 am Holiday Nail Art Design your nails to reflect the holiday spirit. Get ideas from books, online and more. Limited supplies. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) GARDENS

11303 CampusBRANCH Drive, Palm Beach Gardens 33410 Phone: 626-6133 ADULT Tue, Dec 08, 6:30 pm Mondays, 10:30 am & 6:30 pm Tue, Dec 01, 10:30 am Pizza Chat Family Story Times & Pajama Hour hoopla: Movies, TV Shows, Music & Audiobooks Bring a book, comic, short story, fanfic or manga Fun stories, puppets and a film for kids, moms and Learn about our new service hoopla, a digital media you’re reading. Chat with the group about it while dads. Ages 2-5. (30 min.) Preregister. service that allows you to borrow movies, TV shows, enjoying pizza and drinks. Ages 12-17. (90 min.) 12/07: Space. 12/21: Pets. music and audiobooks from home or anywhere Preregister. 12/14: Bears. 12/28: Birthdays. you have an Internet connection for free with your Wed, Dec 09, 6:30 pm Wed, Dec 09, 3:00 pm library card. (60 min.) Preregister. Gamerz Nite Winter Crafts & More Thu, Dec 03, 3:30 pm Join a game of Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh!, play Smash Bros. Hear some great stories about the winter season Adult Books Discussion Series Preview or Mario Kart, or try a new board game or card and make some fun crafts. Ages 5-12. (45 min.) Donna Gruber Adair returns to lead the adult book game. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Preregister. Preregister. discussion series that begins January, 2016. Find Sat, Dec 19, 3:00 pm Sat, Dec 12 & 26, 10:30 am out about the series, sign up and check out the first Fuyu Matsuri: Winter Anime Fest! Sábado, 12 y 26 de diciembre, 10:30 am title. Plus, a bonus list of reading suggestions. After Fuyu Matsuri is the Japanese winter festival and Bilingual Family Story Times the program information, the book will be avail- we’re bringing it to you! Wear your kimono or Hora De Cuentos Bilingües able at the information desk. (30 min.) Preregister. your favorite cosplay and get ready to enjoy some Fun stories, puppets and a film in Spanish for kids, Tue, Dec 08, 10:30 am warming winter treats and fun anime crafts. Plus, moms and dads. Ages 4-8. (45 min.) Preregister. Flipster participate in the popular semi-annual costume Disfruta de cuentos divertidos, marionetas y una Learn how to read magazines online for free using contest. Ages 12-17. (90 min.) Preregister. pelicula en español para toda la familia. (45 min.) Flipster and your county library card. (60 min.) Se requiere registrarse. Preregister. Thu, Dec 17, 3:00 pm Wed, Dec 09, 2:30 pm BELLE GLADE We Love Our Pets! Create a Vision Board Hear some great stories about pets and make a fun A vision board is a collage of images, pictures and craft. Ages 5-9. (45 min.) Preregister. 725BRANCH NW 4th Street, Belle Glade 33430 affirmations of your dreams and goals. It can be a Phone: 996-3453 useful tool to help you conceptualize these goals and Mon, Dec 21, 2:30 pm can serve as a source of motivation. We will create ADULT Children’s Movie and discuss our unique vision boards. Materials provided. Limit 15. (90 min.) Preregister. Tue, Dec 01, 18, 15 & 29, 2:00 pm “Winnie The Pooh - A Very Merry Pooh Year.” Book-a-Librarian ©Walt Disney Pictures. (65 min.) Refreshments Thu, Dec 10, 2:30 pm Personal attention in a hands-on session tailored provided. G Sites of the World’s Cultures for you. Tell us what you need: a personal computer Mon, Dec 28, 2:30 pm “St. Petersburg: Window on Europe.” ©Kultur. trainer or guidance on researching a topic. Call to Winter Holiday Fun (56 min.) In 1703, Peter the Great laid the foun- make an appointment. (60 min.) dation stone for the new capital of the Russian Hear some great winter stories and decorate a sugar Empire, the city of St. Petersburg. Shown with Thu, Dec 03, 10 & 17, 1:00 pm cookie to take home. Dress to get messy. Ages 5-12. permission. Not rated. English Exchange (45 min.) Preregister. Meet new friends and practice speaking English! Sun, Dec 13, 2:00 pm Free informal conversation sessions. Partici- Sunday Cinema pants should have basic English skills. Seating “We’re No Angels.” ©Paramount Pictures. is limited. (2 hr.) CLARENCE (106 min.) Preregister. Not rated. Sat, Dec 19, 10:30 am Tue, Dec 15, 1:30 pm Holiday Cards & Scrapbooking E. ANTHONY Writing Your Memoirs Get ready for the holiday season by making your Unleash your creativity as your write about your own cards. Then after the holidays scrap your 375BRANCH S.W. 2nd Avenue, South Bay 33493 life. (90 min.) Preregister. treasured memories. Bring any pictures you might Phone: 992-8393 Wed, Dec 16, 10:30 am want to scrapbook. Limit 10. (90 min.) Preregister. Thu, Dec 17, 2:30 pm ADULT CHILD eBook Assistance: One-on-One Wed, Dec 02, 5:00 pm Book a time with staff and learn how to borrow Sat, Dec 05, 2:30 pm Holiday Cookie Recipe Swap eBooks from the library. Bring your library card It’s Nail Art! It’s that time of the year again. Bring in your and compatible eReader, laptop, tablet or mobile Use various polishes and decals to create beautiful favorite cookie recipes to swap with others. Dazzle device. (30 min.) Preregister. nail designs. Ages 8 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. your family and friends with new delicious treats. (60 min.) Continued next page ...

Page 3 Continued from page 3 ... TEEN Tue, Dec 08, 2:00 pm Wed, Dec 16, 2:30 pm Wed, Dec 30, 2:00 pm Book Arts World Tour Consumer Reports Online for Free! Art-Cycle Never look at books the same way again. John Need help with your holiday shopping? Not sure Do you like arts and crafts? Do you recycle? Join Cutrone, director of Florida Atlantic University’s which smart phone, tablet or coffee maker to us in a fun-filled session of arts and crafts using Jaffe Center for Book Arts (JCBA), conducts this choose? Our business librarian will show you how recycled materials. As a part of this fun event, you stop of JCBA’s Book Arts World Tour through a to access Consumer Reports by using your library will make winter-themed projects. Art materials 20-minute DVD about JCBA followed by a presen- card – it’s free and accessible. (60 min.) provided. Grades 6-12. (60 min.) Preregister. tation of artists’ books pulled out of a rolling suit- case. The program concludes with each person in Wed, Dec 16, 6:30 pm Socrates Café the audience making a simple book out of a single sheet of paper. (90 min.) Preregister. Marji Chapman from the Society of Philosophical GLADES ROAD Inquiry, leads this discussion group for amateur Fri, Dec 11, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm philosophers on a variety of group chosen topics. BRANCH From Coverage to Care Workshop (90 min.) Preregister. 20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton 33434 Understand your new health care benefits and Phone: 482-4554 - Wed, Dec 16, 6:30 pm how you can connect to primary care and preven tative services. Informational workshop followed Wonders of the Night Sky ADULT by one-on-one assistance to learn more about the Enjoy numerous celestial wonders with a presen- Tue, Dec 01, 2:00 pm Affordable Care Act process ... from coverage to tation and telescope viewing guided by members Hooked On Crochet care. Learn from a health care attorney about how of the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches. For all skill levels. Bring a crochet hook and some to overcome barriers to health care. Presented in (75 min.) Preregister. yarn. (90 min.) partnership with Enroll Palm Beach. Walk-ins are CHILD Wed, Dec 02, 09 & 16, 1:00 pm welcome! Preregister. Tue, Dec 01, 10:30 am English Exchange Thu, Dec 17, 2:00 pm Jingle Bell Stomp Practice speaking English in a fun and informal Mindful Meditation Twirl, slide, freeze dance, and jingle bell rock to holi- atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the lan- Jim Bandler teaches how to practice increasing day tunes. Ages 2-3. Limit 30. (30 min.) Preregister. guage is recommended. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 awareness through meditation and thought pro- cesses, to live in the present moment. (60 min.) Tue, Dec 01, 3:15 pm to preregister. Story Time for Children with Special Needs Thu, Dec 03, 10 & 17, 10:00 am Preregister. Enjoy stories, songs, crafts and movement activities eBook Assistance: One-on-One Mon, Dec 21, 2:00 pm specially designed for children with developmental Call to make an appointment and learn how to New Movie disabilities. All ages. (45 min.) borrow the library’s eBooks in an individualized “Mr. Holmes.” ©Miramax. (105 min.) PG Thu, Dec 03, 11:15 am session with a staff member. Bring your eReader, Mon, Dec 28, 2:00 pm Jingle Bell Babies laptop, mobile device or tablet, logins and Color Me Calm passwords, and your library card. (45 min.) Jingle along with rhymes, songs and movement Unwind from all the holiday hustle and bustle. activities just for babies. Ages 3-12 mos. (30 min.) Fri, Dec 04, 2:00 pm Colored pencils and coloring sheets will be pro- Preregister. Learn How to Access Axis 360 vided. (60 min.) Preregister. Learn how to download eBooks using Axis 360. Fri, Dec 04, 3:15 pm CHILD Card Making This service works with app driven devices. (45 min.) Preregister. Tue, Dec 01, 08, 15 & 22, 4:00 pm Get creative and make unique greeting cards Crazy 8’s Math Club: Grades 3-5 to share with family and friends. Ages 6 & up. Mon, Dec 07 & 21, 10:00 am Crazy 8’s is a new eight-week after-school math (45 min.) Preregister. Current Events Discussion Group club designed to get kids fired up about math. Each Brenda Solomon will discuss all of today’s hot Tue, Dec 08, 3:15 pm week will feature math games, music and activities. topics. (60 min.) Wed, Dec 09, 3:15 pm Grades 3-5. (60 min.) Preregister. Star Wars Jedi Training Mon, Dec 07, 2:00 pm Consumer Reports Online for Free! Mon, Dec 07, 14 & 21, 4:00 pm Calling all young Jedi! Perfect or practice your Crazy 8’s Math Club: Grades K-2 skills at our Star Wars Academy. Grades 1-5. Need help with your holiday shopping? Not sure Crazy 8’s is a new eight-week after-school math (90 min.) Preregister. which smart phone, tablet or coffee maker to club designed to get kids fired up about math. Each choose? Our business librarian will show you how Tue, Dec 15, 3:15 pm week will feature math games, music and activities. to access Consumer Reports by using your library International Ninja Day Grades K-2. (60 min.) Preregister. card – it’s free and accessible. (60 min.) We’ll test your bravery, agility, balance and com- Tue, Dec 08 & 22, 10:00 am Wed, Dec 09, 11:00 am posure as you learn what it takes to become a ninja. B is for Bubbles! And make an origami shuriken (ninja star) to take Tue, Dec 15, 1:00 pm Enjoy bubbly stories, songs and crafts with lots of home. Ages 6 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. Basic Computer Assistance: One-on-One bubbles! Ages 2-5. (45 min.) Preregister. Call to make an appointment and learn about Wed, Dec 16, 3:15 pm Wed, Dec 09, 4:00 pm Gingerbread Story Time Windows, Internet searching, MS Word, email or mousing in an individualized session with a staff Make Your Art Pop! Listen to scrumptious stories, make a cute craft, member. (30 min.) Make your very own portraits using the pointil- and decorate your own gingerbread cookie! lism technique. Ages 6-10. (45 min.) Preregister. Ages 4-8. (45 min.) Preregister. Thu, Dec 17, 3:15 pm Snow Story Time Listen to stories about snow and make a fun winter craft. Winter hats and mittens are optional. Ages 3-5. (45 min.) Preregister. Fri, Dec 18, 3:15 pm Jazzy Journals Create beautiful art journals with a variety of materials. We’ll provide the journals, you provide the imagination. Miss Kate will have a variety of journal prompts to inspire you. Feel free to bring copies of your own pictures to decorate your journal. Ages 8-12. (60 min.) Preregister. Wed, Dec 30, 10:30 am LEGO® Bricks & More Build, imagine and play with our collection of LEGO® bricks. Jumbo blocks available. Ages 1-10. (60 min.) Preregister.

Page 4 Sat, Dec 12, 2:30 pm Fri, Dec 11, 11:00 am “Star Wars” Celebration: Heroes vs. Villains GREENACRES Jinglecise Celebrate the new movie with a “Star Wars” party! We will wiggle, jump, hop and jingle all the way! Games, crafts, snacks and more. All ages. (90 min.) Have fun while improving motor skills, rhythm and Preregister. 3750BRANCH Jog Road, Greenacres 33467 coordination using shakers, balls, instruments and Tue, Dec 15, 10:00 am Phone: 641-9100 more. Ages 2-4. (45 min.) Preregister. Little Wonders Sat, Dec 12, 2:30 pm Stories, songs, puppets and movement ADULT Movie Matinee activities just for little ones. Ages 9-23 mos. Tue, Dec 01, 08 & 15, 1:00 pm “Descendants.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. (120 min.) (30 min.) Preregister. English Exchange Bring your friends, make a craft and enjoy Practice speaking English in a fun and informal Wed, Dec 16, 11:00 am this new Disney favorite on the big screen. atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the lan- Under the Sea Preregister. Not rated. guage is recommended. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 Explore sea creatures through stories, songs, a Sat, Dec 19, 11:00 am to preregister. craft and a film. Ages 2-5. (45 min.) Preregister. Gingerbread Party Miércoles, 02 de diciembre, 2:30 pm Wed, Dec 16, 4:00 pm Run, run as fast as you can to our gingerbread Creaciones para el Año Nuevo: party! Listen to the classic story of the Ginger- Winter Crafternoon Álbum de Fotos y Calendario (Conferencia) Create five different winter-themed crafts. bread Man and enjoy treats, crafts and lots of (Creations for the New Year: fun! Ages 5 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. Ages 3 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. Photo Album & Calendar Conference, in Spanish) Mon, Dec 21, 11:30 am Thu, Dec 17, 10:00 am Aprenda cómo crear un álbum de fotos y un cal- Celebrate the Season Itsy Bitsy Babies endario para sus familiares y amigos, utilizando Make your friends and family a special holiday card Nursery rhymes, simple stories, songs, puppets Microsoft PowerPoint y Publisher. (90 min.) Se using decorative paper, crayons, stickers and your and movement activities just for babies. Ages 3-12 requiere registrarse. mos. (30 min.) Preregister. imagination on the first day of winter. Ages 4-12. Wed, Dec 09, 2:30 pm (60 min.) Preregister. Sat, Dec 19, 11:00 am ’Tis the Season to be Stressed Tue, Dec 22, 3:00 pm Story Time for Children with Special Needs Maya Malay, counselor and meditation instruc- Movie Matinee Enjoy stories, songs, crafts and movement activi- tor, will demonstrate easy to apply meditation “Snow Buddies.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. (89 min.) ties specially designed for children with develop- techniques to reduce stress and anxiety. Experi- Preregister. G mental disabilities. All ages. (45 min.) Preregister. ence these techniques and learn how to achieve Tue, Dec 22, 2:00 pm equilibrium during the holiday season and every Tue, Dec 29, 3:00 pm Hooo Loves Owls! day of the year. (60 min.) Preregister. Use the Force Meet Shadow the screech owl and learn about local Thu, Dec 10, 11:00 am Join your fellow Jedi and use the force to win prizes wild animals. Presented by Daggerwing Nature Seasonal Music with John I. Leonard playing bingo. (60 min.) Preregister. Center. Ages 5-9. (45 min.) Preregister. High School Jazz Band Thu, Dec 31, 11:15 am Wed, Dec 23, 3:30 pm Take a break from the holiday rush and enjoy a New Year’s Eve Around the World Morse Code Jewelry festive selection of seasonal music by the talented Learn about and participate in some New Year’s Learn Morse code and make secret message John I. Leonard High School Jazz Band. (45 min.) Eve traditions from around the world. Listen to the jewelry. Ages 8-12. (60 min.) Preregister. Preregister. bilingual story, Feliz Año Nuevo (Happy New Year). Thu, Dec 10 & 17, 1:30 pm Then, countdown to a noon New Year’s celebration! Tue, Dec 29, 11:00 am Ages 5 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. Minecraft Meetup Book & Film Discussion Bring your device and challenge other players in a Join in a lively book discussion and film viewing TEEN of John Le Carré’s political thriller, “The Constant game. Ages 7-11. (75 min.) Preregister. Sat, Dec 12, 11:00 am Gardener,” about a British diplomat who discov- Spice It Up! Tue, Dec 29, 3:00 pm ers a deadly secret when he investigates the brutal Make a fragrant sachet as a gift or to spice up your C is for Cookie! death of his wife. Preregister. own holiday tree. Join us for hot cider and donuts Celebrate National Cookie Day with stories, songs, 12/10: Book discussion of “The Constant while we create something special for the season. a craft and a movie. Decorate your very own cookie! Gardener.” Return on 12/17 to see the Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. Ages 5-9. (45 min.) Preregister. film followed by a brief discussion. (60 min.) Wed, Dec 30, 11:00 am 12/17: “The Constant Gardener.” ©Focus Features. Happy New Year! (123 min.) Film viewing and discussion. R Ring in the New Year with stories, activities, a Mon, Dec 14, 2:30 pm HAGEN craft and a film. Ages 4 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. The Great Courses® Practicing Mindfulness: Wed, Dec 30, 3:00 pm An Introduction to Meditation RANCH ROAD Kids Can Knit This DVD series explores the concept that medita- Learn the basics of knitting by learning to cast tion can offer deep and lasting benefits for mental 14350 HagenBRANCH Ranch Road, Delray Beach 33446 on, knit, purl and bind off. Supplies provided. functioning, emotional and physical health, as well Phone: 894-7500 Ages 8-12. (60 min.) Preregister. as general well-being. (60 min.) Preregister. Shown with permission. Not rated. TEEN Lecture 23: Finitude - Living in the Face of Death. ADULT Tue, Dec 08, 6:00 pm Lecture 24: Life - Putting it All in Perspective. Tuesdays, 2:00 pm Poetry Workshop Braided Bracelets Fri, Dec 18, 2:30 pm Award-winning poet Stacie Kiner critiques and Show off your school/team spirit or your favorite Buying a Car: How Not To Get Scammed discusses some of the world’s finest contemporary colors. Make a braiding wheel out of cardboard and Join Michele Larkin, Palm Beach County Con- and classic poetry. (60 min.) use it to weave a colorful bracelet. Grades 6-12. (60 sumer Affairs Investigator, and Sedric Johnson, min.) Preregister. Florida Office of Financial Regulation, as they Tuesdays, 3:30 pm Tue, Dec 15, 6:00 pm provide helpful steps when buying a new or used Spanish in Practice: Intermediate Gingerbread House Making car. (60 min.) Preregister. Practice speaking Spanish in conversations about food, travel, news and more. An intermediate Make and decorate a house out of graham crack- Sat, Dec 19, 2:00 pm knowledge of the language is required. (90 min.) ers and candy. Grades 6-12. (60 min.) Preregister. Movie Matinee Tue, Dec 22, 6:00 pm “The Last Knights.” ©Lions Gate Films, Inc. Wednesdays, 10:30 am Rug for Your Mug (115 min.) Preregister. R Knit & Crochet with Project Linus Knit and crochet with expert “blanketeers.” The Design a mug rug out of raffia for your favorite hot CHILD drink. Grades 6-12. (90 min.) Preregister. crafts you make go to children in need. Bring your Sat, Dec 05, 10:30 am favorite pattern, needles, bright yarn and a giving Tue, Dec 29, 6:00 pm Get Your Game On spirit. (90 min.) Make Your Mark Bring your friends and enjoy Nintendo games, Save your spot in style with a night of bookmark board games and a seasonal craft. Ages 9-12. making using wallpaper. Grades 6-12. (60 min.) (90 min.) Preregister. Preregister. Continued next page ...

Page 5 Thu, Dec 03, 2:00 pm Tue, Dec 08, 11:00 am TEEN Buying a Car: How Not To Get Scammed Little Picassos Special Tue, Dec 08, 6:00 pm Join Michele Larkin, PBC Consumer Affairs Inves- Even though we live in sunny south Florida, we can Teens: Build a Better Gingerbread House tigator, as she provides helpful steps when buying still find fun ways to play with snow - or something Get in a holiday mood by making gingerbread a new or used car. (60 min.) Preregister. like it. We’ll play Snowman Slam, make our own houses. We’ll have frosting, sprinkles and candies snow globes without having to use glass or water, Mon, Dec 07, 4:00 pm to decorate your festive abode. Hot cocoa will be and mix up some floam. There will be the usual song Storytelling: I’ll Tell You Mine, provided to enjoy with your gingerbread creations. and story stuff, too. Ages 2-4. (45 min.) Preregister. If You’ll Tell Me Yours ... Ages 12-17. (90 min.) Preregister. Mon, Dec 14, 4:00 pm Get together with storytellers Glad McLeod Tue, Dec 22, 6:00 pm Frozen Fling and/or Vera Fried and let’s have fun sharing Teen Movie & Pizza our stories. (60 min.) Do you want to build a snowman or paint with frozen “Elf.” ©New Line Cinema. (97 min.) Join us for fractals? We love all things “Frozen” so let’s play Thu, Dec 10, 2:00 pm pizza and a laugh from our favorite Santa’s helper. with fake snow, make ice paintings, and color activ- Contemporary Classics Book Club Ages 12-17. Preregister. PG This month’s 20th century classic title is “Love in ity sheets while listening to the movie soundtrack. the Time of Cholera,” by Gabriel García Márquez. Ages 5-9. (45 min.) Preregister. Pick up a copy at the check-out desk. Limit 25. (90 Tue, Dec 15, 11:00 am JUPITER min). Preregister, beginning Mon, Nov 23. Holly Jolly Holiday Make & Take Thu, Dec 10, 3:00 pm Let’s get our little fingers busy making wonderful Practical Mindfulness and simple crafts that you can take home for each BRANCH705 Military Trail, Jupiter 33458 Learn how to become mindful through the practice of the three winter holidays. Ages 2-5. (60 min.) Phone: 744-2301 of meditation. Classes consist of lecture, question Preregister. and answer, and meditation. Facilitated by Jim Wed, Dec 16, 10:00 am ADULT Bandler. (90 min.) Preregister. Jingle Babies Tue, Dec 01, 6:00 pm “Star Wars” Snowflakes Mon, Dec 14, 2:00 pm It’s time to shake, rock and roll, baby-style. We’ll Papercrafting for Beginners get out the bells and shake along to the music. More fun than hanging out at Mos Eisley spaceport! Fold and cut out “Star Wars” themed snowflakes. Paper is amazing! Explore the basics of papercraft- Rhyming time, as well as a game or two, will round Learn to make Darth Vader, C-3PO and more! Bring ing with this step-by-step introduction into the out the fun. Ages 4-23 mos. (30 min.) Preregister. an X-Acto knife. (90 min.) Preregister. art of “paper folding.” Think of this as an entrée Wed, Dec 16, 11:00 am into origami but with many simple, yet imagina- Frosty Friends Preschool Special Fri, Dec 04, 10:00 am tive ideas. Supplies provided. Limit 15. (90 min.) It’s a special snowman-themed story time. We will Book Discussion Preregister, beginning Mon, Nov 23. be reading about our favorite frosty friends and Dr. Sally Brown will discuss “The Garden Of the Mon, Dec 14, 2:00 pm making a snowman craft. It will be “snow” much Evening Mists,” by Tan Twan Eng. Sign up and David Lean Film Festival fun! Ages 3-5. (45 min.) Preregister. check out the book. (90 min.) “The Bridge on the River Kwai.” ©Columbia Pic- Thu, Dec 17, 11:00 am Fri, Dec 04, 2:00 pm tures Industries Inc. (210 min.) Join us for part two Jingle Bell Rock: Winter Music & Movement Savings & Splurges: The Holidays Have Arrived, of our David Lean Film Festival. PG We will wiggle, jump, hop and read a story or two. Are You Ready? Tue, Dec 15, 10:00 am Improve motor skills, rhythm and coordination The official shopping frenzy is in full swing, but is Internet & Mobile Device Security using beanbags, balls, instruments and more. This your wallet? Gifts can break the bank and often lead to overspending during this time of year. Join us for Doing daily tasks (shopping, banking, working month we will be adding jingle bells and songs about an opportunity to tweak your budget and examine and socializing) on a computer or mobile device snow. Ages 2-5. (30 min.) Preregister. your money behaviors with Edna Forero, Finan- increases opportunities to expose personal data. Sat, Dec 19, 2:00 pm cial Coach with the Consumer Financial Protection This workshop gives you the know-how to make Wed, Dec 30, 2:00 pm Bureau. (60 min.) Preregister. wiser and safer decisions. Learn tips and tools to LEGO® Club help you make safe and secure transactions online Imagine, build and play with LEGO® bricks. Sat, Dec 05, 2:00 pm and on the go. (90 min.) Preregister. Ages 6-12. Preregister. Kitchen Chat Tue, Dec 15, 6:00 pm 12/19: “Descendants.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. Share your kitchen adventures! Simply check out a Wonders of the Night Sky: (120 min.) Make a project with friends cookbook on this month’s theme, One-Pot Meals. Telescope Viewing Session while watching a movie. Not rated. Then test a recipe or two and come ready to share your experience. The discussion will be preceded Join the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches 12/30: Freestyle, build anything from a 2015 by a 30-minute instructional video from The Great and learn about the constellations as you stargaze memory to a giant T. rex. It’s all up to you! Courses® The Everyday Gourmet: Rediscovering from sunset to 7:45 pm outside, if skies are clear. (60 min.) the Lost Art of Cooking. The group meets bimonthly Thu, Dec 17, 10:00 am Mon, Dec 21, 10:00 am Snow Much Fun Toddler Story Time and is open to both beginner and experienced Researching Your Family Tree Online cooks. (90 min.) Preregister. Shown with permis- It’s winter so that means it’s time for a snowy story Do you know how to find your roots? Library staff sion. Not rated. session. We’ll read books about snow, sing some will demonstrate genealogical databases and web- Lecture 8: Braising and Stewing - wintery songs and ring jingle bells. Ages 24-35 mos. sites of interest to family history researchers. Combination Cooking. (30 min.) Preregister. (90 min.) Preregister. Wed, Dec 09, 2:00 pm Tue, Dec 22, 2:30 pm Consumer Reports Online for Free! CHILD Sandoway House Call Need help with your holiday shopping? Not sure Tue, Dec 01, 9:00 am Sandoway House is coming to do a show and tell which smart phone, tablet or coffee maker to 2nd Annual Snowman Decorating Contest session about sharks! If you’ve never been to one choose? Our business librarian will show you how Show your creativity by decorating a snowman as of Delray Beach’s most interesting attractions to to access Consumer Reports by using your library much or as little as you want. Pick up and return watch them feed the sharks, you’ll want to come and card – it’s free and accessible. (60 min.) the template at the children’s information desk hear all about it. Ages 7 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. Tue, Dec 15, 2:00 pm between Dec 01 and Dec 28. All snowmen will be Mon, Dec 28, 11:00 am Internet Safety on display in the children’s section. Winners will Morning Movie Matinee Don’t become a victim from your own computer. be notified and prizes awarded. Ages 3-12. “Inside Out.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. (102 min.) Computer hackers take advantage of unsuspecting Sat, Dec 05, 2:00 pm Come in, kick back and watch a soon-to-be classic. people and unprotected computers every minute Snowed in with a Movie Ages 7 & up. Preregister. PG of every day. Deputy John Ledford, Palm Beach “Happy Feet.” ©Warner Bros. (109 min.) There Thu, Dec 31, 11:00 am County Sheriff’s Office, will discuss how to protect may not be snow in Florida, but we can still cel- Movie & Craft your computer with anti-virus software, keeping ebrate the winter season! Bring your friends for a “Rudolph’s Shiny New Year.” ©Rankin & Bass. (60 your computer’s firewall and hardware current and movie and some hot cocoa. All ages. Preregister. PG min.) Join us for a movie and a fun craft too! All safe from hackers. (60 min.) Preregister. Mon, Dec 07, 4:00 pm ages. Preregister. Not rated. Crafty Kids: Make a Holiday Ornament Utilizing recycled CDs, you can make a glittering globe to hang up just about anywhere for the holi- days. It would also make a nice gift for someone! Ages 6 & up. Space is limited. (45 min.) Preregister. Page 6 Thu, Dec 17, 2:00 pm French Beaded Snowflake Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow. Using the craft technique of French beading, we will create bril- liantly beaded snowflakes to wear, share or keep for many years to come. Bring your small, needle nose pliers; other materials provided. (90 min.) Preregister. Fri, Dec 18, 2:00 pm Altered Books Math, Science, English, Social Studies. Want to make a literary masterpiece without writ- ing a word? Learn to creatively fold book pages to make unique art. All levels of expertise welcome. Free online sessions: (90 min.) Preregister. Tue, Dec 29, 2:00 pm Seminole Wars Guy Bachmann, president of the Loxahatchee For ages 5 - 85. Battlefield Preservationists, will be speaking on Sun - Thu: 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm the causes and effects of the Seminole Wars, with particular attention to the Second Seminole War. Sat: 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm The war was the longest and most expensive Indian war in American history. Mr. Bachmann will be www.pbclibrary.org/online-research  accentuating the last two major battles of this con-  flict which took place along the Loxahatchee River in Jupiter, Florida in 1838. (90 min.) Preregister.  Tue, Dec 22, 11:15 am CHILD Jingle Bell Rock LANTANA Wed, Dec 02, 10:15 am Jingle your way to the library to listen to music Jingle Bell Babies and dance with us! Improve motor skills, rhythm ROAD Jingle along with rhymes, songs and movement and coordination using beanbags, bells and more. activities just for babies. Ages 3-12 mos. (30 min.) Ages 3-6. (45 min.) Preregister. Preregister. Wed, Dec 23, 9:30 am 4020BRANCH Lantana Road, Lake Worth 33462 Thu, Dec 03, 11:00 am Tiny Tots Phone: 304-4500 C is for Cookie! Join us for a special story time with lots of danc- Celebrate National Cookie Day with sweet stories ing and a craft. Afterwards, we’ll have playtime ADULT and songs, and make a cute craft too. Ages 3-5. (45 for the kids to give the adults a chance to relax. Tue, Dec 01 & 08, 2:00 pm min.) Preregister. Ages 13-24 mos. (45 min.) Preregister. Thu, Dec 03 & 10, 2:00 pm The Great Courses The History of the Bible: Sat, Dec 05, 10:00 am Mon, Dec 28, 2:30 pm ® The Making of the New Testament Canon Make a Wookiee Birdhouse Frosty the Snowman This DVD series will review the when, how and why Transform a juice carton into a woodsy Wookiee Do you want to build a snowman? If so, this is the the New Testament Canon of the Bible was written birdhouse with craft sticks and paint. Hang it in perfect program for you! Come make one – or and who actually authored the books. Learn how your garden and watch it get adopted by some all – of our snowmen crafts. Ages 4-8. (30 min.) they were passed forward through history, as well feathery friends. Ages 8 & up. (2 hr.) Preregister. Preregister. as, why and how some books, and not others, came Fri, Dec 11, 3:30 pm Tue, Dec 29, 4:00 pm to be collected into the canon of scripture. (90 min.) Tissue Paper Art Let It Snow! Preregister. Shown with permission. Not rated. Let’s get creative! Make some fun art using tissue Learn how to make a beautiful 3D snowflake to dec- 12/01: Lecture 1: The New Testament - paper, construction paper, miscellaneous art mate- orate your room or home this season. Then, glitz it An Overview. rials and your imagination. Ages 4-7. (45 min.) up with glitter! Ages 10 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. Lecture 2: Paul - Our Earliest Christian Author. Preregister. Wed, Dec 30, 4:00 pm Lecture 3: The Pauline Epistles. Sat, Dec 12, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Marshmallow World 12/03: Lecture 4: The Problem of Pseudonymity. “Star Wars” Family Fun Day What can you do with a marshmallow? More than Lecture 5: The Beginnings of the Come dressed as your favorite “Star Wars” charac- you might think! We’ll see who can build the tallest Gospel Traditions. ter and join us for crafts and activities. Prizes will marshmallow tower, make a marshmallow shooter, Lecture 6: The Earliest Gospels. be awarded during our all ages costume contest and culminate with a faux snowball fight using … 12/08: Lecture 7: The Other Gospels. at 2:30 pm. Starting at 3:00 pm, get your geek on marshmallows! Ages 9-12. (30 min.) Preregister. Lecture 8: Apocalypticism and the and answer questions from all six “Star Wars” films Thu, Dec 31, 9:30 am Apocalypse of John. during our exciting “Star Wars” Trivia Challenge! Baby, It’s Cold Outside Lecture 9: The Copyists Who Gave Us Scripture. May the Force be with you! All ages. Preregister. It’s never too cold in Florida to make it to the 12/10: Lecture 10: Authority in the Early Church. library! Join us for a special lapsit story time full Thu, Dec 17, 6:00 pm Lecture 11: The Importance of of books, songs and fingerplays. Ages 3-12 mos. Tween Advisory Board Interpretation. (30 min.) Preregister. Join our Tween Advisory Board and share your Lecture 12: When Did the Canon great ideas for programs YOU want to see happen TEEN Get Finalized? at the library! Bring a friend or make new ones! We’ll also play games and enjoy snacks each month. Wed, Dec 09, 4:00 pm Wed, Dec 02, 09 & 16, 6:30 pm Ages 9-12. (60 min.) Fashions from Coruscant English Exchange You know that Coruscant was the capital of the Practice speaking English in a fun and informal Sat, Dec 19, 11:00 am Old Republic, and home to the Jedi Council, but atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the lan- Block Party: LEGO® Bricks did you know that it is also the fashion capital guage is recommended. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 Get creative and have fun building with our LEGO® of the Galactic Empire? Join us as we create our to preregister. collection. Ages 5-10. (60 min.) Preregister. own shoe fashion inspired by the “Star Wars” Mon, Dec 07, 2:00 pm Mon, Dec 21, 6:00 pm saga! Leave the protocol droids at home, and Mindfulness & Meditation “Silent Library” Night bring a pair of plain slip-on canvas shoes to paint. This is the second in a series of six courses that Are you up for a game of silent library? Complete Grades 6-12. (90 min.) Preregister. includes a lecture, a 20-minute period of medita- all sorts of nonsense challenges, but with a catch tion, and a discussion period. The instructor is Jim – you can’t make ANY noises, and you definitely Bandler, who has 35 years of meditation experience. can’t laugh. Which team will be the champions? (60 min.) Preregister. Don’t forget your game face! Ages 10-16. (45 min.) Preregister.

Continued next page ... Page 7 Tue, Dec 08, 10:00 am Fri, Dec 11, 10:30 am Sat, Dec 05, 3:00 pm Book-a-Librarian A Perfect Day for Penguins Ugly Sweater Party! Do you need assistance with your eReader or It’s cold! And the penguins are here! Stories, Join us for a fun-filled party where we will play downloading an eBook? Need assistance with music and a penguin craft to take home. games, dance and listen to carols! Feel free to your tablet or smartphone? We can help! Call Ages 3-5. (45 min.) Preregister. wear the ugliest sweater you can find to the event! and schedule a hands-on session with one of our Sun, Dec 13, 2:00 pm Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. librarians. (30 min.) “Star Wars” Celebration! Thu, Dec 10, 6:30 pm Come enjoy a “Star Wars” themed program to Landlord/Tenant Law celebrate the new movie coming out! We’ll have LOULA V. An attorney from the Palm Beach County Bar Asso- games and crafts for every Jedi and Sith who ciation will discuss Florida Landlord/Tenant Law. attend. Ages 5-10. (60 min.) Preregister. YORK BRANCH (60 min.) Preregister. 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee 33476 Tue, Dec 15, 3:30 pm Phone: 924-5928 Tue, Dec 15, 2:00 pm Holiday Flower Making Shoulder Pain: Rotator Cuff Tears & Arthritis Deck the halls with paper poinsettias. This is a fun The Loula V. York Branch will close on Fri, Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon Michael A. and easy paper craft that’s perfect for the holidays. Dec 04 and will reopen on Sat, Dec 12. Please Cohn, M.D., will focus on current treatment options All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. check the website for updates. Visit Belle Glade Branch while this branch is closed. for shoulder arthritis and rotator cuff tears. The Sat, Dec 19, 3:30 pm discussion will highlight shoulder anatomy, signs Polar Express Party ADULT and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of shoul- Join us as we celebrate the holidays! We will der pain to help get you back to an active lifestyle. Mon, Dec 14, 12:30 pm be making crafts, playing games, dancing English Exchange (60 min.) Preregister. and much more! Feel free to come dressed in Meet new friends and practice speaking English! Wed, Dec 16, 10:00 am your pajamas just like in the story, “The Polar Free informal conversation sessions. Partici- Job Help Center Express!” Ages 3 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. pants should have basic English skills. Seating Our librarians can help you with all of your job Sun, Dec 20, 2:00 pm is limited. (2 hr.) search needs, from creating a résumé to applying Move It! for a job online. (2 hr.) Preregister. Come back for another hour of fun games and CHILD Thu, Dec 17, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm activities! Hula hoops, jump ropes, tag and more. Tue, Dec 01 & 15, 10:00 am From Coverage to Care Workshop Ages 5 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. Toddler Story Times Understand your new health care benefits and Mon, Dec 21, 10:30 am Themed stories and creative activities for our how you can connect to primary care and preven- Baby Build-It youngest patrons and their parents. Ages 1-2. tative services. Informational workshop followed Work with your little ones to develop motor skills (45 min.) Preregister. by one-on-one assistance to learn more about the and have fun at the same time! We have all sorts 12/01: Anticipation! 12/15: Sugar & Spice! Affordable Care Act process ... from coverage to of learning toys and materials, plus there will be Sat, Dec 12, 2:00 pm care. Learn from a health care attorney about how a “jump through the bubbles” time at the end. Love Notes! to overcome barriers to health care. Presented in Ages 1-3. (45 min.) Preregister. Children and families are invited to create holi- partnership with Enroll Palm Beach. Walk-ins are day cards for those they love. All ages. (60 min.) welcome! Preregister. Tue, Dec 22, 3:30 pm Fashion Design 101 Preregister. Tue, Dec 22, 2:00 pm Want to be a fashion designer? Learn what it Wed, Dec 16, 5:30 pm Reducing Stress This Holiday Season takes to design your own fashion line. Ages 8 Play Me a Story/Party Through Meditation & up. (60 min.) Preregister. Families are invited for a special holiday story and Experience how meditation can grant you the peace craft! Refreshments will be served. All ages. (60 you are seeking and improve your physical, mental Tue, Dec 29, 3:30 pm min.) Preregister. and spiritual health. (60 min.) Preregister. Dress Up Time! Come play dress up from our bin of costumes, or Sat, Dec 19, 2:00 pm Tue, Dec 29, 2:00 pm come in your own! Be a pirate, a fireman, a princess Sugar & Spice Gingerbread Workshop! Book Discussion or whatever you like and meet some new friends Families are invited to build gingerbread houses Join us as we discuss “Skipping Christmas,” by John Ages 3-5. (60 min.) Preregister. made of graham crackers, frosting and candy! Be Grisham. Check your local branch or our online deliciously creative and share a sweet experience catalog for available copies. (60 min.) Preregister. TEEN with those you love! All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Wed, Dec 30, 2:00 pm Tue, Dec 01, 4:00 pm Sat, Dec 26, 2:00 pm Chess Club Teen Art Let It Snow! Do you play chess? Would you like to learn or chal- Love to draw and create? Bring friends and hang Children and families are invited to create their own lenge your skills and learn new tactics and strate- with us. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. winter wonderland out of glittering “snow” (home- gies? (90 min.) Preregister. made play dough)! All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. CHILD Tue, Dec 01, 10:30 am STEM Time for Junior Scientists Join us for some fun STEM activities that foster an early interest in math and science. Ages 3-5. Career Transitions (45 min.) Preregister. Wed, Dec 02, 10:30 am An online career guidance center that Polar Bears! Roar! We’re reading great stories about polar bears! guides users through the job-search We’ll dance to music and create a polar bear craft, too. Ages 3-5. (45 min.) Preregister. process from beginning to end. Fri, Dec 04, 3:30 pm Assists with creating résumés and Tween Chess Club cover letters, identify career interests, Do you play chess? Would you like to learn? Or come to challenge your skills and learn new tactics browse career paths, match your and strategies. Players of all levels are welcome. Ages 8-12. (60 min.) Preregister. experience to new careers, nd job Tue, Dec 08, 3:30 pm listings, and interview preparation Coloring Club Join us for an hour of coloring and relaxing! and practice. Ages 4 & up. 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3650 SummitLIBRARY Boulevard, West Palm Beach 33406 Phone: 233-2600 ADULT Tue, Dec 01, 08 & 15, 6:30 pm English Exchange Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the lan- guage is recommended. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 to preregister. Wed, Dec 02, 2:00 pm https://pbclibrary.freegalmusic.com How to be Certified as a Disadvantaged, Minority or Woman-Owned Business J.M. Rule, Consultant, Government Contracting Wed, Dec 09, 7:00 pm CHILD Sector of the Small Business Development Center The Holidays ... the Most Wonderful Time of Mon, Dec 07, 3:00 pm (SBDC) at Palm Beach State College presents an the Year? Warm Winter Stories overview of the government-sponsored certifica- Learn how to successfully manage the obligations Come inside and cozy up for some warm winter tion programs which are available through the and emotions associated with this joyful but stress- stories. We will dream of snow falling as we create Small Business Administration (SBA). (2 hr.) Call ful time of the year. (45 min.) Preregister. our own snowflake sticker art. Don’t get left out- the SBDC at 561-862-4726 to preregister. Thu, Dec 10, 10:00 am side in the cold! Ages 4-7. (45 min.) Preregister. Thu, Dec 03, 10:00 am Introduction to Finding Grants Tue, Dec 08, 10:00 am Introduction to Fundraising Planning Are you a nonprofit new to the field of grantseek- Baby Play & Read With Me Playgroup If your nonprofit organization has never developed ing? Learn about finding grants, including who Join us for a playgroup specifically designed a fundraising plan or calendar, this workshop is funds nonprofits and what motivates them, how for babies and their grown-ups to aid in the for you. It provides an overview of the process of to identify potential funders, and how to make the early development process & socialization. strategically thinking through the components of first approach. (60 min.) Preregister. Ages 3-24 mos. (45 min.) Preregister. a fundraising plan. (60 min.) Preregister. Thu, Dec 10, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm Thu, Dec 10 & 17, 3:00 pm Thu, Dec 03, 10 & 17, 2:00 pm From Coverage to Care Workshop Geography Club Speak With a Specialist Understand your new health care benefits, and Now that we have finished our journey across the Do you need help with research or technology? how you can connect to primary care and preven- USA, are you ready to take on the librarians in our We have specialists in the areas of Business tative services. Informational workshop followed 2nd Geography Bee? Ages 7-9. Limit 20. (45 min.) Information, Consumer Health Information by one-on-one assistance to learn more about the Preregister. and Government Research, plus staff that can Affordable Care Act process ... from coverage to 12/10: Review for the librarians versus Geogra- answer computer and mobile device questions. care. Learn from a health care attorney about how phy Club Bee. Make an appointment so we can match you with to overcome barriers to health care. Presented in 12/17: Librarians versus Geography Club Bee. the appropriate specialist. (30 min.) Preregister. partnership with Enroll Palm Beach. Walk-ins are welcome! Preregister. Sat, Dec 12, 2:00 pm Thu, Dec 03, 3:00 pm Holiday Crafting Sat, Dec 12, 2:00 pm Holiday Gift Wrap Extravaganza Holiday crafts made by children are great decora- “Star Wars” Trivia Learn how to transform each and every holiday gift tions and they make wonderful memories. Come into a work of art. Bring along a package or two, and This IS the “Star Wars” celebration you’re looking in and make some fantastic crafts to take home. put new techniques to use on the spot. Gift wrap for! Teams of 2-6 will use the force to answer trivia Ages 8-11. (60 min.) Preregister. materials, both recycled and traditional, will be questions and compete to win stellar prizes. Bring provided. (60 min.) Preregister. your Rogue Squadron or join other Jedi and Sith Mon, Dec 14, 3:00 pm to play along. Whether you’re a Padawan or a Jedi Gift Crafting Thu, Dec 03, 10 & 17, 3:00 pm Master, this program is for you! (90 min.) Preregister. It is the gift giving time of year. Just bring your CreationStation Demonstration imagination and make a unique gift for someone Tue, Dec 15, 3:00 pm Learn about the CreationStation digital media lab special! Ages 4-7. (45 min.) Preregister. at the Main Library. Library staff will demonstrate Adult Coloring Club one way that CreationStation can be used to create Mark your calendars. Take time out of busy holi- Mon, Dec 14, 3:30 pm multi-media projects. You’ll also find out how you day schedules, and de-stress with fellow coloring Pokémon Club – “Pokémon Emergency” can share your work on the CreationStation web- enthusiasts. Coloring sheets, in varying size and Are you a fan of Pokémon? Then we’ve got the site. Space is limited. (30 min.) weight, as well as colored pencils and crayons, will perfect club for you! Get together with other fans 12/03: Using a Video Camera. be provided. (60 min.) Preregister. to play games, make crafts, and talk about your favorite Pokémon. We will be making Pokémon 12/10: iMovie Montage. Tue, Dec 15, 6:00 pm bookmarks, so get ready for some fun! Ages 7 & 12/17: Make an Animated GIF. Martes, 15 de diciembre, 6:00 pm up. (45 min.) Preregister. Thu, Dec 03, 6:00 pm Chess Club for Adults Medicare Enrollment - What to Do Club de Ajedrez para Adultos Tue, Dec 15, 3:30 pm Do you have questions about your Medicare ben- Chess fans unite to practice strategy skills with Comic Book Craft! efits and want to know more? Join Desirae Carter other players. Basic game knowledge required. Do you like to read comics, but keep losing your of SHINE for a presentation that will cover the (60 min.) Preregister. place? Well, here is our solution: Comic Book book- five different parts of Medicare and how to decide Si disfrutas jugar ajedrez, o deseas mejorar tu téc- marks! You can draw, color or cut out comics or between original Medicare and a Medicare Advan- nica, únete a nosotros. Conocimiento básico del aje- superheroes to make your very own bookmark. Be tage Plan. (90 min.) Preregister. drez es necesario. (60 min.) Se requiere registrarse. sure to bring your creative side! Grades 2-6. (45 min.) Preregister. Thu, Dec 17, 2:00 pm Movies at Main “Love and Mercy.” ©Lions Gate Films, Inc. (120 min.) Enjoy popcorn and a movie, now on a new day of the week! Preregister. PG-13 Continued next page ... Page 9 Continued from page 9 ... Tue, Dec 22, 3:00 pm Wed, Dec 09, 10:30 am Natural Medicine: Finding Trusted Resources Sat, Dec 19, 2:00 pm Teen Movie Crafternoon Holidays Around the World “Jurassic World.” ©Universal Pictures. (124 min.) Learn how to assess health claims and become an educated consumer by learning to ask the right Have you ever wondered how children in differ- Let’s celebrate the holidays with snacks and a gift questions. (90 min.) Preregister. ent countries celebrate the holiday season? Learn craft, while watching this movie. Grades 6-12. Pre- about other cultures, make a craft, and have fun! register. PG-13 Thu, Dec 10, 1:30 pm Ages 8-11. (60 min.) Preregister. Wed, Dec 23, 3:00 pm Don’t Forget Your Library Card Tue, Dec 22, 1:15 pm Teen Reading Café - Ugly Holiday Sweater Edition Learn how your library card is the key to library LEGO® Builders Club Bring a book, comic, short story, fanfic or manga services, reader’s advisory, and self-directed edu- cation resources on the Palm Beach County Library Come build, imagine and play with our collection along with the ugliest holiday sweater you can get System website. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. of LEGO® bricks. Grades 1-5. Limit 25. (45 min.) your hands on. We’ll chat with the group about Preregister. the books and sweaters while enjoying hot cocoa Mon, Dec 14, 1:00 pm and cookies. Prize for the ugliest sweater will be Thu, Dec 17, 1:00 pm Thu, Dec 31, 3:00 pm awarded. Bring friends and make new ones. Grades Movies at OBB Magic Tree House Club #8: Midnight on the Moon 6-12. (60 min.) Preregister. Preregister. Let’s join Jack and Annie on a space odyssey. Sign 12/14: “Much Ado About Nothing.” up at the children’s desk to receive your copy of Thu, Dec 31, 3:30 pm ©Lions Gate Films, Inc. (107 min.) PG-13 “Midnight on the Moon” and “Magic Tree House Have a Nebular New Year! 12/17: “Rent.” ©Columbia Pictures Industries, Fact Tracker: Space.” Ages 6-10. Limit 19. (45 Join us on the very last day of 2015 to make a Inc. (135 min.) PG-13 min.) Preregister. Nebula Necklace. Start the new year off with this otherworldly trinket and see what adventures you CHILD TEEN will have. Time to be infinite! Ages 13-17. (45 min.) Mon, Dec 07, 3:30 pm Tue, Dec 01, 08, 15 & 29, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Preregister. Club LEGO CreationStation Teen Time ® Join us to create new inventions using LEGO® Teens will have the opportunity to work with any bricks. Ages 6-12. (45 min.) Preregister. specific software or equipment currently featured. OKEECHOBEE Have you wanted to create your own mix in Garage- Tue, Dec 08, 10:30 am Band? Do some editing with Photoshop? Begin Little Builders creating your own video game? Shoot and edit your BOULEVARD Come with your friends to play and make fun cre- own film? The CreationStation can help with that! ations using building bricks. Ages 2-5. (30 min.) A CreationStation mentor will be on hand to assist BRANCH Preregister. teens during the open time. 5689 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach 33417 Phone: 233-1880 Tue, Dec 15, 10:30 am Thu, Dec 10, 3:30 pm Gingerbread Stories Anime Club – Time for a Name! ADULT Run, run, as fast as you can to the library to Please join us for naming of our brand new Thu, Dec 03, 11:30 am gobble up some sweet stories about our favorite Anime Club! If you like manga, anime, K-Drama, Adult Coloring treat, cookies! Then create a cookie themed K-Pop, J-Pop, or cosplaying, then this is your Rediscover the creative, meditative and relaxing craft. Ages 4-7. (30 min.) Preregister. chance to meet others just like you. We will be attributes of coloring … and color yourself calm. Mon, Dec 21, 2:00 pm watching an anime of your choosing and then Materials provided. All ages. (60 min.) Preregister. Movie & Craft we will have a craft. Remember, you can bring “Frosty’s Winter Wonderland.” ©Warner Broth- your own art, manga, video games or shows to Tue, Dec 08, 5:30 pm Writer’s Critique Workshop ers. (30 min.) Enjoy this movie classic and make share so don’t be shy! Walk-ins are welcome. a cool craft to take home. All ages. (45 min.) Grades 6-12. (60 min.) Preregister. Offer and accept constructive criticism and com- ments to improve your fiction, nonfiction and Preregister. Not rated. poetry in a supportive atmosphere led by library staff. (2 hr.) Preregister. ROYA L PALM BEACH

500 CivicBRANCH Center Way, Royal Palm Beach 33411 Phone: 790-6030 ADULT Tue, Dec 01, 2:00 pm Adult Coloring: Landscapes Escape the hustle and bustle of the holiday season as you lose yourself in picturesque and whimsi- cal landscapes. Coloring pages as well as coloring materials will be provided. Ages 16 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. Thu, Dec 03, 10:00 am Crafty Tags for the Holidays! Give your gifts that personal touch. Utilizing the paper craft techniques of quilling and scherensh- nitte, we will create original and personalized deco- rative gift tags. Quilling involves rolling, looping and curling strips of colored paper to make decora- tive designs, while scherenshnitte uses scissors to cut silhouettes and other lacy creations. Materials provided. (60 min.) Preregister. Mon, Dec 07 & 14, 6:00 pm English Exchange Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the lan- guage is recommended. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 to preregister.

Page 10 Tue, Dec 08, 2:00 pm Sat, Dec 12, 2:30 pm Wed, Dec 30, 11:00 am French Beading: Let It Snow! Stories & Songs for You! Kids Wii U Gaming & More … Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Cuentos y Canciones Para Ti Bored of staying home and watching TV during Using the craft technique of French beading, we Mr. Parra Cebeira and the students of the John I. winter break? Play some of your favorite Wii U will create brilliantly beaded snowflakes to wear, Leonard Community High School Club, La Casa and board games with your friends. Ages 7-12. (60 share or keep for many years to come. Bring your de Las Americas and the International Spanish min.) Preregister. Academy, will read stories and act them out in small, needle nose pliers; other materials provided. Wed, Dec 30, 3:00 pm Ages 16 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. both Spanish and English. Make a related craft to remember the fun time you had at this bilingual Movie Magic Sat, Dec 12, 9:30 am experience. Ages 2 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. “Descendants.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. (120 min.) Farewell to Downton Abbey Relax while watching this family-friendly movie. “Episode 9: Moorland Holiday.” ©PBS. (93 min.) Wed, Dec 16, 10:30 am Ages 6 & up. Preregister. Not rated. The sixth and final season of the popular PBS series Everything Winter Story Time Special Downton Abbey will be airing on Jan 03, 2016. Listen to classic stories about some of our favorite TEEN Join us as we conclude the fifth season with its winter themes: snow, snowmen, and animals that Sat, Dec 05, 2:00 pm holiday episode and remember the most memo- enjoy the cold weather. Participate in some “cool” RPB Teen Xpressions rable moments, characters, quotes and look ahead activities and make a fun craft to bring home too! Are you a writer? A poet? An artist? A musician? to the new season. Tea and biscuits will be served. (45 min.) Preregister. A fashionista? Here is your chance to share your Preregister. Thu, Dec 17, 3:30 pm original poems, writings, art work, etc. with a group Mon, Dec 14 & 28, 10:00 am Wrap It Up! of your peers. Ages 12-17. (45 min.) Preregister. Read! Write! Critique! Fold and decorate gift boxes for you to use for your Sat, Dec 05, 3:00 pm Are you an aspiring writer looking for construc- own gift-giving. All materials provided. Ages 8 & up. Anime Club tive feedback? Join us in this informal round- (45 min.) Preregister. Meet other teens who enjoy watching and talking table discussion where participants improve Fri, Dec 18, 3:30 pm about anime, eat Pocky, and share your knowledge their craft by reading and discussing their works Steam Power: The Science of Paper Airplanes about manga. Show off your manga drawings too! in progress. (2 hr.) After creating different designs based on the Snacks provided. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. Tue, Dec 15, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm concepts of aerodynamics and propulsion, you Mon, Dec 28, 2:00 pm Art for Adults: Open Studio – Still Life will be able to determine which paper airplanes Teen Karaoke Café Examine the elements of drawing actual objects, will fly the farthest distance and remain in the Belt out some of your favorite tunes with friends some found at the library. Develop the fundamen- air the longest. Ages 7-12. (45 min.) Preregister. at our Teen Karaoke Café. Snacks provided. tals of perspective, shadowing, proportions and Sat, Dec 19, 10:30 am Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister. balance. Because this is an open studio you will The Force is Awake be encouraged to just come in, sit down and draw. Calling all Jedi Knights, Masters and Padawans! Graphite and various other media will be provided, Participate in our Jedi Training Academy and TEQUESTA as well as guidance from our instructor should you learn some mind tricks to defeat the Dark Side! need it. Preregister. Make your very own light saber to bring home and BRANCH Thu, Dec 17, 2:00 pm practice your newly-learned Jedi skills. Ages 7-11. 461 Old Dixie Highway North, Tequesta 33469 Basic Computer Assistance: One-on-One (60 min.) Preregister. Phone: 746-5970 Need help with your computer, tablet, eReader or Mon, Dec 21, 2:30 pm The Tequesta Branch is closed and will remain other device? Call or stop by the information desk We Go Together: Parent/Child Craft Time closed until mid-February. Please check the any time this month to schedule your own 30 minute Need something to do during the school break? website for updates. Visit Jupiter Branch while session with a staff member. One appointment per Spend time together making a special craft! All this branch is closed. month, per person. (30 min.) materials will be provided. Ages 5-11. (45 min.) Thu, Dec 17, 2:00 pm Preregister. Royal Feature Film Tue, Dec 22, 11:00 am WELLINGTON “The Good Lie.” ©Warner Bros. (110 min.) Wee Movie Magic Preregister. PG-13 “Frosty’s Winter Wonderland.” ©Warner Home BRANCH Sat, Dec 19, 2:00 pm Video. (30 min.) Relax while watching this family- 1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington 33414 Acoustic Java Jam friendly movie. Ages 3 & up. Preregister. Not rated. Phone: 790-6070 Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent Tue, Dec 22, 2:30 pm ADULT or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. The “Under Construction” LEGO® Crew Coffee provided. (2 hr.) Use our LEGO® bricks to make your own fantastic Tue, Dec 01, 10:00 am creations! Work by yourself or as a team to bring Basic Computer Assistance: One-on-One CHILD your building challenges to life. Show us the kind Do you have questions about Windows, Internet Tue, Dec 01, 9:00 am of builder you really are! Ages 7-12. (60 min.) searching, MS Word or Excel, email or library Reading Buddies: Winter Session 2016 Registration Preregister. technology? Call to make an appointment for a half hour, one-on-one session with a librarian. (30 min.) Do you need to practice reading? Reading Buddies Wed, Dec 23, 9:30 am or 11:00 am is here to help! Once a week, children will be paired Party with our Parachute! Wed, Dec 02, 7:00 pm with a teen to read together and play literacy games. Help your child develop social skills, spatial The Great Courses®: Our Night Sky Applications for Winter Session 2016 can be picked awareness as well as gross motor skills, while This DVD series will give us a tour of the night sky. up at the children’s desk starting Tue, Dec 01. Winter engaging in physical activities that spark the Build a foundation for navigating the sky on your Session 2016 meets on Wednesdays, 4:30 pm from imagination. Parent/caregiver participation is own with a pair of binoculars or small telescope. Jan 06 through Feb 24, 2016. Grades 1-5. First-come, needed for maximum enjoyment and success of Along the way you’ll learn about the sciences of first-served. Limit 12. Preregister. the program. Limit 20. (45 min.) Preregister. cosmology and astronomy and a bit about the Wed, Dec 09, 3:30 pm 9:30 am: Ages 2-3. 11:00 am: Ages 4-6. mythology of ancient peoples. (60 min.) Prereg- Play with Clay! ister. Shown with permission. Not rated. Tue, Dec 29, 10:00 am Lecture 5: Observing the Planets with a Telescope. Learn how to mold, sculpt and play with air-dry clay. Mr. Lemoncello’s Library Scavenger Hunt Use different stamps, tools and cookie cutters to Lecture 6: Meteor Showers, Comets, Participate in an exciting scavenger hunt based make fun designs in your masterpiece. All materials Eclipses and More. on the hit book, “Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s will be provided. Ages 5-11. (60 min.) Preregister. Library,” by Chris Grabenstein. Try to figure Thu, Dec 03, 6:30 pm Fri, Dec 11, 3:30 pm out the clues by using the library’s resources Writer’s Critique Workshop Homemade Holiday Gift Making: CD Scrapbooks before everyone else does and win a special Share, offer and accept constructive criticism to Make a holiday gift from the heart for that special prize! Clue #1: Reading the book might help improve your fiction, nonfiction and poetry in a someone. We will be using old CD’s and other you win! Ages 8-12. (60 min.) Preregister. supportive atmosphere led by Caryn DeVincenti, recyclable materials to create a personalized Regional Director of the Florida Writers’ Associa- scrapbook. All materials will be provided. tion, Palm Beach County. (2 hr.) Preregister. Ages 8 & up. (60 min.) Preregister.

Continued next page ... Page 11 Thu, Dec 10, 6:30 pm Wed, Dec 16, 6:00 pm Tue, Dec 08, 2:00 pm Scrabble for Adults Anime Nation Cooking the Books Join other Scrabble fans and enjoy a fun evening View new anime titles. Snacks provided. Ages 12-17. For this special holiday meeting, read the cook- of word-play. Basic game knowledge required. Limit 25. (2 hr.) book, “Holiday Cheer.” Discuss and share recipes (2 hr.) Preregister. Tue, Dec 22, 6:00 pm and techniques with foodie/librarian Stacy Alesi. Mon, Dec 14, 6:30 pm Teen Takeover Join in on the fun of placing the ingredients for a Chess Club for Adults A night for teens only! Enjoy Wii games, board cookie mix in a mason jar, which makes a great Chess fans unite to practice strategy skills with games and more. Bring a friend or make new ones. gift. All materials provided. Books available at the other players. Basic game knowledge required. Snacks provided. Ages 12-17. Limit 30. (2 hr.) information desk. Limit 12. (60 min.) Preregister. (60 min.) Preregister. Wed, Dec 09, 6:45 pm Tue, Dec 15, 6:30 pm Lean In Circle Zumba® Gold WEST BOCA A Lean In Circle is a group of women who meet Join the party in this Latin inspired dance fit- regularly to share and learn together about leader- ness class where we mix fun moves and rhythms BRANCH ship. New members are welcome. (2 hr.) to burn calories. Suitable for active, older adults 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton 33498 Sat, Dec 12, 2:00 pm and beginners. Don’t forget your towel and water. Phone: 470-1600 Trivia Contest! (60 min.) Preregister. Teams of 2-6 will answer trivia questions and com- ADULT Tue, Dec 15, 7:00 pm pete to win prizes. Bring your friends to form a team Tue, Dec 01, 10:00 am or join others and play along. (90 min.) Wonders of the Night Sky Genealogy Help: One-on-One Sign Up Join the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches Mon, Dec 14, 3:30 pm Want to learn about your family tree? Call or stop and learn about constellations as you stargaze Genealogy Club by the information desk any time this month from sunset to 8:30 pm outside, if the skies are Join with other family history enthusiasts of all to schedule your own 30-minute session with a clear. (90 min.) Preregister. skill levels on the second Monday of the month. librarian who will guide you through online gene- Work on your family tree, and exchange tips and Thu, Dec 17, 6:30 pm alogy research. One appointment per month, per tricks about using Ancestry.com. A librarian will Magical Mason Jar Centerpiece person. (30 min.) Add a touch of magic and warmth to your holiday be available to help. Use a library laptop or bring Tue, Dec 01, 10:00 am your own device. (90 min.) setting with a mason jar, Epsom salt and pretties. Tech Talk: One-on-One Sign Up We’ll supply one jar per person and the supplies. Tue, Dec 15, 1:00 pm Need help with your computer, eReader or other You supply the creative touch. (90 min.) Preregister. Tech Talk: Cord Cutting 101 device? Call or stop by the information desk any Learn about streaming alternatives to cable and time this month to schedule your own 30-minute CHILD satellite television, including the various devices, session with a techie/librarian. One appointment Children’s and Teens’ programs are offered on a services and resources needed to profitably break per month, per person. (30 min.) first-come, first-served basis, unless otherwise away from a cable or satellite provider. (90 min.) stated. Wed, Dec 02 & 16, 1:00 pm Let’s Play Scrabble! Tue, Dec 29, 2:00 pm Fri, Dec 04, 2:30 pm Embrace the New Year With Meditation Join with your neighbors to play this classic word Thu, Dec 17, 2:30 pm In this fast-paced world, inner peace can seem game for fun, following the official Scrabble rules. Movie Matinee elusive. Certified Occupational Safety & Health (2½ hr.) 12/04: “Elf.” ©New Line Cinema. (97 min.) PG Technologist John Bednarik discusses how media- 12/17: “Cinderella.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. Thu, Dec 03, 10 & 17, 1:00 pm tion can help. Learn practical strategies to connect (112 min.) PG Not Your Traditional Holiday Movie within yourself, reduce stress, and create a healthy Enjoy a selection of holiday films slightly off the Mon, Dec 07, 3:00 pm and positive lifestyle. (2 hr.) beaten path. Art Club Wed, Dec 30, 7:00 pm 12/03: “Trading Places.” ©Paramount Pictures. Live through your art by exploring different medi- Fantasy Football End of Season Party (118 min.) R ums. Dress to get messy. Ages 6 & up. Limit 20. Celebrate the end of the Fantasy Football season. 12/10: “Gremlins.” ©Warner Bros. (111 min.) PG (45 min.) We will relive highlights of the best plays of the year 12/17: “Scrooged.” ©Paramount Pictures. and crown the first ever West Boca Branch Library Tue, Dec 15, 3:00 pm (101 min.) PG-13 Fantasy Football Champion! (60 min.) Game Day Mon, Dec 07 & 14, 1:00 pm Bring a friend for Wii gaming and board game fun! English Exchange Ages 8-12. Limit 24. (90 min.) Practice speaking English in a fun and informal Fri, Dec 18, 11:00 am atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the lan- Magical Friends guage is recommended. (2 hr.) Call 561-894-7529 Gather ’round for stories, song and a craft featur- to preregister. ing some fantastical friends! Ages 2-6. Limit 40. (45 min.) Mon, Dec 21, 3:00 pm Craftapalooza Lots of artistic fun. Choose to create multiple crafts from our fun selections. Ages 2-8. Limit 50. (60 min.) Wed, Dec 23, 3:30 pm Not Your Grandma’s Bingo Create your own card and see if luck is on your side. Join the fun and win a prize! Limit 30. (40 min.) Mon, Dec 28, 3:00 pm LEGO® Bricks Builders, create vehicles or buildings out of LEGO® bricks. Limit 25. (45 min.) TEEN Tue, Dec 08, 6:00 pm Card Sharks Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon or just a regular card game. Play against others, trade or just make new friends. Snacks provided. Ages 12-17. Limit 25. (90 min.)

Page 12 CHILD Wed, Dec 30, 2:30 pm Thu, Dec 17, 2:00 pm Family Movie Sat, Dec 05, 10:00 am Crafternoon: Florida Snow Globes Saturday Morning Crafts “Inside Out.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. (102 min.) Miss the change of seasons? Make it snow in Florida! All ages. PG Stop by the story time room for a casual craft Design and assemble a tropical themed snow globe time featuring a variety of simple crafts. TEEN using a mason jar and figurines. Great for seasonal decoration. (90 min.) Preregister. Ages 3-9. (60 min.) Sat, Dec 12, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Sat, Dec 05, 2:00 pm Open Painting Time Thu, Dec 17, 6:30 pm “Star Wars” Celebration Bring your creativity and come paint whatever Writers’ Critique Group Calling all Rebels, Imperials, Jedi and Sith! Cel- inspires you. We’ll supply acrylic paints and brushes Share, offer and accept constructive criticism to ebrate the release of “Star Wars: Episode VII: The and a few items to choose to paint including small improve your fiction, nonfiction and poetry in a Force Awakens.” Enjoy cosmic crafts and activi- wooden keepsake boxes, canvas boards and rocks. supportive atmosphere led by Caryn DeVincenti, ties, and compete in a special “Star Wars” trivia Grades 6-12. Preregister. Regional Director of the Florida Writers’ Associa- tournament. Cosplay welcome! All ages. (90 min.) tion, Palm Beach County. (2 hr.) Preregister. Mon, Dec 07, 10:30 am CHILD Bouncing Babies WEST Wednesdays, 3:00 pm Baby and parents or caregivers are invited to Chess Class for Beginners share in a time of stories, songs and finger plays. BOYNTON Discover the basics of chess and polish your skills. Ages 3-12 mos. (30 min.) Preregister. Led by library staff. Ages 8-12. (30 min.) Tue, Dec 08, 10:30 am BRANCH Wednesdays, 3:30 pm Gingerbread Toddler Time 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach 33437 Chess Club Phone: 734-5556 Listen to a story or two related to the gingerbread Challenge other chess enthusiasts for a game or two man. We’ll also dance and sing to fun songs and and perfect your own skills. Ages 8-12. (60 min.) finger plays. Ages 1-2. (30 min.) Preregister. ADULT Wed, Dec 02, 9:00 am Fri, Dec 04, 10:30 am Tue, Dec 08, 11:30 am Book-a-Librarian: eBooks Toddler Art Can’t Catch Me! Book an appointment for a one-on-one session with Ready to noodle and dot? Start with stories and Listen to stories about that clever gingerbread a library staff member. Call to find out what you songs, then segue into art centers. Ages 1-2. boy. We’ll sing some songs, play a game and make need to bring along with your eReader. Appoint- (40 min.) Preregister. a gingerbread themed craft. Ages 3-5. (45 min.) ments only on Wed, Dec 02 between 9:00 am - 4:00 Preregister. Mon, Dec 07, 3:30 pm pm. (30 min.) Preregister. Create Your Own Holiday Cards Sat, Dec 12, 10:30 am Fri, Dec 04, 2:00 pm Show off your artistic talent and design a holiday card Saturday Toddler Time Consumer Reports Online for Free! for your loved ones! Ages 8-12. (45 min.) Preregister. Listen to a story or two. We’ll also dance and sing Need help with your holiday shopping? Not sure to fun songs and finger plays. Ages 1-2. (30 min.) Tue, Dec 08, 10:45 am which smart phone, tablet or coffee maker to Preregister. Thu, Dec 17, 10:45 am choose? Our business librarian will show you how Lapsit Martes, 15 de diciembre, 3:30 pm to access Consumer Reports by using your library Movement activities, songs and stories for the lit- Fiesta! card – it’s free and accessible. (60 min.) tlest ones. Pre-walkers. Ages 3-12 mos. (30 min.) (Story Time, in Spanish) Mardi, 08 Décembre, 10:00 am Preregister. A través de historias y juegos, los niños aprenderán Madi, 08 Desanm, 10:00 am sobre las diferentes tradiciones y costumbres lati- Fri, Dec 11, 3:30 pm Jeudi, 17 Décembre, 2:00 pm Block Party: LEGO® Bricks noamericanas para celebrar una fiesta! Edades 3 Jedi, 17 Desanm, 2:00 pm en adelante. (45 min.) Builders create vehicles, buildings or animals out Asistans an Kreyòl/Assistance en Français of LEGO® bricks. Ages 6-10. (45 min.) Preregister. Wed, Dec 16, 3:30 pm (Book-a-Librarian, in Creole & French) Sharks! Fact & Fiction Bibliyotèk Palm Beach ofri klas pou moun ki pale Mon, Dec 14, 6:00 pm We’ll take a look at sharks in silly shark stories and Kreyòl. Nan klas yo ou pral aprann sèvi ak òdi- Nighttime Story Time also learn some real shark facts. Participate in shark natè epi itilize sit entènèt bibliyotèk la pou w etidye Make a date to participate in the monthly night- activities and make a cool shark craft. Grades K-5. anglè ak lòt lang gratis. Rele nou pou w enskri pou time story time. Ages 3 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. (60 min.) Preregister. pwochen klas yo. (30 min.) Anregistre alavans. Fri, Dec 18, 3:30 pm Tue, Dec 22, 10:30 am La bibliothèque offre des cours individuels pour Make & Take Crafts Toddler Winter Celebration francophones. Dans ces cours, vous apprendrez à Try your hand at a variety of projects for crafty kids Celebrate the arrival of winter with a story or two naviguer le web et utiliser les ressources numéri- to create and enjoy. Ages 3-8. (45 min.) Preregister. and fun songs and finger plays. Ages 1-2. (30 min.) ques pour étudier l’anglais et d’autres langues. Mon, Dec 21, 2:00 pm Preregister. Appelez-nous pour planifier une séance de forma- Movie & Popcorn tion gratuite. (30 min.) Sur rendez-vous. Tue, Dec 22, 11:30 am “Tomorrowland.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. (130 min.) Preschool Winter Wonderland Tue, Dec 08, 2:00 pm Preregister. PG Celebrate the arrival of winter with some winter Senior Safety With Deputy John Ledford stories, a short film and a craft. Ages 3-5. (45 min.) Deputy John Ledford of the Palm Beach County TEEN Preregister. Sheriff’s office discusses timely tips on how to pro- Thu, Dec 10, 6:30 pm tect yourself during the holiday shopping season. Do the Write Thing: Tue, Dec 22, 2:30 pm This interactive workshop explores several ways A Monthly Teen Writing Workshop Minecraft Mania to be more alert and aware of your surroundings. Fine-tune your writing skills in fiction, non-fiction, Gather with other Minecraft enthusiasts. Bring (45 min.) Preregister. poetry or prose. Share your work in progress and get your device and challenge other players. Minecraft Tue, Dec 08, 7:00 pm constructive feedback in a supportive atmosphere themed activity pages also available. Ages 7 & up. led by Caryn DeVincenti from PBC Florida Writ- (90 min.) Preregister. Sherlock Holmes Mystery Club The game’s afoot with facilitator Howard Schoen ers’ Association. Ages 12-17. (2 hr.) Preregister. Tue, Dec 29, 11:30 am and other Sherlock fans for films and discussions Thu, Dec 17, 4:00 pm Get Ready for the New Year of the renowned literary detective. (75 min.) Teen Flick Celebrate a little early with a story, some lively Martes, 15 de diciembre, 6:30 pm “Jurassic World.” ©Universal Pictures. (124 min.) songs and noisemakers, and a craft. Ages 3 & up. Ages 12-17. Preregister. PG-13 (45 min.) Preregister. Tertulia Literaria (Book Discussion, in Spanish: “The World”) Wed, Dec 30, 4:45 pm Tue, Dec 29, 3:00 pm Únase a nosotros para una discusión sobre “El Teen Reading Buddies Orientation LEGO Time ® Mundo” de Juan José Millas. Las copias están dis- Become a Reading Buddy! Assist children in grades Show off your building skills. Use our blocks and ponibles en el mostrador de información. (90 min.) K-5 with reading comprehension skills. It’s a fun share your creations with the group. Ages 5-10. way to earn community service hours for school. (60 min.) Preregister. Pick up your Reading Buddies application at the children’s desk. Must have a 3.0 grade point aver- age (GPA) and provide two personal references. Orientation is mandatory for all participants. Grades 6 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. Page 13 Free Computer & Internet Classes 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!

Access - Basic (Hands-on) Email - Basic (Hands-on) Files - Basic (Hands-on) Learn how to use Microsoft Access to create a data- Learn how to use free, web-based, email programs, Learn how to create, name, move and organize base for compiling and sorting data. Some computer such as Yahoo!, Gmail or Hotmail. Contact your files and folders on your computer. (60 min.-2 hr.) experience is necessary. (60 min.) Branch for class specifics. Some computer experi- Gardens Branch Main Library ence is necessary. (60 min.-2 hr.) Thu, Dec 10, 10:30 am Wed, Dec 09, 1:00 pm Royal Palm Beach Branch Freegal - Introduction (Lecture) Browsers - Basic (Hands-on) Wed, Dec 16, 2:15 pm Learn more about the new library service that lets Jupiter Branch A browser is the name for the software used to access Thu, Dec 17, 9:30 am you download music for free using your library the Internet. Learn the basics of using the Micro- Greenacres Branch card. (60 min.) soft Internet Explorer browser. Some computer Thu, Dec 17, 10:00 am Gardens Branch experience is necessary. (60 min.-2 hr.) Hagen Ranch Road Branch Thu, Dec 03, 10:30 am Okeechobee Boulevard Branch Thu, Dec 17, 2:00 pm Image Editing Basic (Hands-on) Tue, Dec 01, 8:30 am Learn how to edit and manage photographs. Upload West Boynton Branch Entwodiksyon a Entenet (Hands-on) Thu, Dec 03, 9:00 am (Internet - Beginning, in Creole) and edit images, add elements and text, and then Greenacres Branch Cheche konnen koman pou fè rechech sou Entè- save the modified images. This workshop requires Tue, Dec 08, 6:00 pm nèt browsers. Ou pa bezwen konnen odinate deja some experience with computers. (90 min.) Lantana Road Branch pou kapab paticipe. (60 min.) Anregistre alavans. Main Library Mon, Dec 14, 2:00 pm Lantana Road Branch Tue, Dec 08, 10:00 am Royal Palm Beach Branch Samdi, 19 Desanm, 10:00 am iMovie Básico (Hands-on) Tue, Dec 15, 9:15 am Entwodiksyon a Microsoft Word (Hands-on) (iMovie - Basic, in Spanish) Gardens Branch Apprenda como crear películas con el program de Tue, Dec 15, 10:30 am (Word Processing, in Creole) Apran koman pou w itilize Microsoft Word, pou Apple iMovie. Los participantes aprenderán como Computer Keyboard & Typing - Basic (Hands-on) ekri, ouvri, femen, dokiman, let, resume, epi koman editar un video, crear y editar música de fondo y Learn the basics about the keys on the computer pou fe chanjman nan yon dokiman epi konsevation poner todo junto en una película. (60 min.) Se keyboard and practice typing using online tutori- etc. (60 min.) Anregistre alavans. requiere registrarse. als. (60 min.) Lantana Road Branch Main Library Main Library Samdi, 19 Desanm, 10:00 am Miércoles, 16 de diciembre, 1:00 pm Tue, Dec 01, 10:00 am Internet - Basic (Hands-on) Lantana Road Branch Excel - Advanced (Hands-on) Learn how to use a Web Directory, search engines Thu, Dec 03, 10:00 am Prerequisite: Excel - Intermediate Explore Excel’s database features, take an in-depth and other specialized search tools. (60-90 min.) Computers - Beginning (Hands-on) look at creating charts with dynamic data, and ana- Wellington Branch Prerequisite: Mousing lyze data with pivot tables. Introduces linking to Thu, Dec 03, 2:30 pm Hagen Ranch Road Branch Learn the basics about computers including hard- worksheets, hiding data, advanced formulas, charts, Thu, Dec 17, 10:00 am ware, software, files and networks. (60 min.-2 hr.) saving, and printing. (90 min.-2 hr.) Belle Glade Branch Jupiter Branch Internet Básico (Hands-on) Fri, Dec 04, 10:30 am Wed, Dec 02, 9:30 am (Internet - Beginning, in Spanish) eBooks (Hands-on) Excel - Basic (Hands-on) Aprenda lo básico en esta clase de Internet para Learn about the Library's eBook service, how to get Learn how to create a basic spreadsheet and make principiantes. (90 min.-2 hr.) Se requiere regis- eBooks, and what is needed to transfer an eBook simple charts and graphs. Some computer experi- trarse. Belle Glade Branch to a reader. Bring your device (see what the vari- ence is necessary. (60 min.) Sábado, 12 de diciembre, 10:30 am ous Branches are offering below) and your account Gardens Branch information for assistance. (30 min.-2 hr.) Wed, Dec 02, 10:30 am iPad - Basic (Lecture) Okeechobee Boulevard Branch Main Library In this lecture, you'll learn about the basic fea- Wed, Dec 09, 3:30 pm Wed, Dec 02, 1:00 pm tures of an iPad. Discover how to use an onscreen Belle Glade Branch Royal Palm Beach Branch keyboard, browse the Internet for information, Thu, Dec 17, 2:00 pm Mon, Dec 07, 2:15 pm Greenacres Branch go directly to websites, close apps, and connect to West Boynton Branch Wi-Fi. For beginners. (60-90 min.) Mon, Dec 21, 2:30 pm (Kindle) Wed, Dec 09, 9:00 am Mon, Dec 28, 2:30 pm (Nook, iPad, Sony) Jupiter Branch Excel - Intermediate (Hands-on) Wed, Dec 09, 9:30 am Email - Advanced (Hands-on) Prerequisite: Excel - Basic iPad - Basic, Part 2 (Lecture) Current email users will learn advanced functions Review the skills learned in Excel – Basics, and add like creating an address or contact list, moving mes- Prerequisite iPad - Basic formatting, advanced formulas and more. (2 hr.) Learn more about the iPad. In this lecture, we'll sages to a folder, and sending attachments. Contact West Boynton Branch your branch for class specifics. Email experience cover apps and the Safari web browser. For begin- Wed, Dec 09, 2:00 pm ners. (60-90 min.) is necessary. (60 min.-2 hr.) Wellington Branch Greenacres Branch Jupiter Branch Thu, Dec 10, 2:30 pm Wed, Dec 16, 9:30 am Wed, Dec 30, 10:00 am Royal Palm Beach Branch Mon, Dec 14, 2:15 pm Learn a new language online!

• Over 80 Languages. • Remote access from your home • Web-based Flash Card System. or office computer. • Personal Progress Tracking. • Language & Cultural Resources. • Pronunciation Analysis. • Plus Much More! Use Transparent Language Online from any computer. Byki Online: Library Edition can be run on PC or Mac! www.pbclibrary.org/online-research Page 14 iPad - Intermediate, Part 2: Redes Sociales - (Lecture) Windows 10 - Basic (Lecture) Editing, Sharing and Albums (Lecture) (Social Networking, in Spanish) This class is designed for prospective and current Prerequisites: Solid iPad skills and completion of iPad - Prerrequisito: Para inscribirse en esta clase, se requiere Windows 10 users. Learn about the Windows 10 Intermediate Part 1. tener una cuenta de correo electrónico y la competencia expanded start menu, the Microsoft Edge browser, Learn about the photos app and how to access your básica en usar el teclado. the new Windows Store and the Cortana digital pictures and videos quickly and easily. Learn how Aprende cómo comenzar a usar las redes sociales, assistant. There will also be instructions on your photos are automatically sorted into Moments, a partir de publicar los pensamientos hasta conec- how to upgrade from earlier operating systems. Collections, and Years. This class will cover how you tarse con otras personas con intereses similares. (60 min.-2 hr.) can edit and share your photos, and about Adobe (60 min.) West Boynton Branch Photoshop Express. (60-90 min.) Main Library Tue, Dec 01, 2:00 pm Jupiter Branch Jueves, 10 de diciembre, 10:00 am (Facebook) Windows 8 Introduction - (Lecture) Tue, Dec 15, 9:30 am Search Tools (Hands-on) This class is designed for students that are new to iPad - Intermediate: Photography (Lecture) Prerequisite: Internet - Beginning Windows 8. Learn to navigate the new Operating Prerequisite: Solid iPad skills. Learn how to use search engines, web directories System and see how Windows has changed, take a This class will focus on using the camera app; learn and meta-search engines to find information on tour of the Start screen and experiment with Live how to manually adjust the focus and exposure, the Internet. (60 min.) tiles and the Charm Bar. You will also learn how to how to use AF/AE (auto focus and automatic expo- Greenacres Branch shut down the computer. (60 min.-2 hr.) sure), what HDR is and how to use it, and more. Wed, Dec 09, 10:00 am Greenacres Branch (60-90 min.) Social Networking (Hands-on) Thu, Dec 03, 10:00 am Jupiter Branch Jupiter Branch Prerequisite: An email account and basic typing skills are Mon, Dec 07, 3:00 pm Mon, Dec 14, 3:00 pm required for this class. Mousing (Hands-on) Learn how to get started with social networking, Word Processing - Advanced (Hands-on) Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For from posting to locating people with similar inter- Prerequisite: Word Processing - Intermediate beginners. (60 min.) ests. (60 min.) Continue exploring the more advanced features Royal Palm Beach Branch Clarence E. Anthony Branch of Word to create professional looking docu- Wed, Dec 02, 2:15 pm Wed, Dec 02, 12:00 pm ments. Contact your Branch for class specifics. Greenacres Branch Wellington Branch (60 min.-2 hr.) Fri, Dec 04, 2:30 pm Mon, Dec 21, 6:00 pm Jupiter Branch Hagen Ranch Road Branch Social Networking (Lecture) Tue, Dec 01, 9:30 am Mon, Dec 07, 9:30 am or 11:00 am Okeechobee Boulevard Branch Learn how to get started with social networking, Word Processing - Basic (Hands-on) Tue, Dec 15, 8:30 am from posting to locating people with similar inter- Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word to create ests. (60 min.) and edit documents. Some computer experience is Photoshop Elements (Hands-on) Greenacres Branch necessary. (60 min.-2 hr.) Discover how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements to Wed, Dec 16, 2:30 pm (Facebook ) Main Library edit images. You'll learn about Photoshop layers, Teclado Básico (Hands-on) Wed, Dec 09, 2:30 pm how to resize and retouch photos, and how to add (Computer Keyboarding & Typing - Lantana Road Branch special effects to your images. (60 min.) Thu, Dec 17, 10:00 am Main Library Basic, in Spanish) Okeechobee Boulevard Branch Tue, Dec 15 or 29, 10:00 am Aprenda a utilizar el teclado de la computadora Tue, Dec 22, 3:00 pm con un programa que se permite practicar paso a PowerPoint - Basic (Hands-on) paso. Para principiantes. (60-90 min.) Se requi- Word Processing - Intermediate (Hands-on) Learn to compose slides and to add eye-catching ere registrarse. Prerequisite: Word Processing - Basic effects to your presentations. (60 min.) Main Library Build on the basics to learn more features to cus- Gardens Branch Jueves, 03 de diciembre, 10:00 am tomize documents. Contact your Branch for class Thu, Dec 17, 10:30 am Lantana Road Branch specifics. (60 min.-2 hr.) Main Library Sábado, 12 de diciembre, 10:30 am Gardens Branch Thu, Dec 17, 10:00 pm Wed, Dec 09, 10:30 am Windows - Basic (Hands-on) Procesamiento de Textos (Hands-on) Main Library Learn the basics of moving around in the Windows Wed, Dec 16, 1:00 pm (Word Processing, in Spanish) environment and practice using a mouse. (60 min.) Aprenda cómo utilizar el procesador de textos para Lantana Road Branch redactar documentos. (90 min.-2 hr.) Se requiere Thu, Dec 10, 10:00 am registrarse. West Boynton Branch Main Library Thu, Dec 17, 9:00 am Miércoles, 02 de diciembre, 2:30 pm

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