Program Guide Unique Library Lending Program
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Program Guide Unique Library Lending Program
It’s A ll August 2016 at Your Library! Program Guide PPLC A Monthly Publication of the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative w w w . p p l c . u s Unique Library Lending Program CELEBR ATES ONE YEAR! T he Tampa Bay Ukulele Society (TBUS) celebrates its one-year anniversary of The Tampa Bay Ukulele Society (TBUS) Library Lending Programs. These free classes throughout the Pinellas and Hillsboro Counties libraries, have become the most successful adult learning programs in the library system. TBUS donated fifty ukuleles, bags, tuners, books and DVD’s to libraries throughout Tampa Bay to loan to their cardholders. Monthly beginner and advanced beginner ukulele classes are held at over 30 library branch locations. Over the past year more than eleven hundred attendees have participated in these free library programs. Numerous TBUS members donate their time and talent to teach these programs and mentor uke enthusiasts. Join the Tampa Bay Ukulele Society at www.meetup.com/tampabayukes. Membership is free. TBUS currently has over 1333 members, the largest Florida Ukulele group. A calendar of events, open mic’s, workshops, jams, and classes are listed on the website. Join us to smile and strum your cares away. The largest TBUS annual fundraiser is the Tampa Bay Ukulele Getaway (TBUG) weekend held in November at the Sirata Beach Resort on St. Petersburg Beach, Florida. Accomplished Ukulele musicians from around the world, will provide concerts, educational workshops, jams, and entertainment throughout the weekend. We are pleased to have corporate sponsorships to provide our members and communities with specialized training, brand awareness and the best technology. A Silent Auction and raff les will complement our fundraising for our community support. TBUS Cares oversees the community involvement programs. Our mission is to provide education, entertainment and donations to community organizations including: libraries, civic groups, schools, charities, hospitals, assisted living facilities, hospice, senior citizen programs, city recreation centers and churches. Giving back to our community is our passion. Adult Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System Main Library SHINE One-on-One Counseling: Tuesdays, by appointment. Register on myclearwater.com/cpl. Chess Club: Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm. Chess boards will be provided. Photography Workshop for All Skill Levels: Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm. Learn the fundamentals of modern photography on this 6-week course. SCORE: Tips and Tricks for Successful Email Marketing: Tuesday, August 2, 6:00-8:00 pm. Register at https://pinellascounty.score. org/localworkshops. Free Powerful Databases that Will Empower Your Life — Introduction & Research Tips: Friday, August 5, 19, 3:30-4:30 pm. Learn about all the powerful databases the Clearwater Public Library has available. Meet a Local Author: Wednesday, August 10, 1:00-3:00 pm. Meet local author Mickey Josephson in the library’s lobby and learn more about his book, “The Bag Men.” Color My World-Adult Coloring: Wednesday, August 10, 24, 5:00-6:30 pm. Materials provided. Scrap’n Paper: Friday, August 12, 2:30-4:00 pm and Tuesday, August 23, 5:50-7:30 pm. Adult Arts and Crafts: Wednesday, August 24, 6:00-7:00 pm. Register online at myclearwater.com/cpl. The Bad Movie Series: Saturday, August 27, 12:30-3:30 pm. Beach Branch Clearwater Beach Shell Crafter’s Club: Thursdays, August 11, 25, 1:003:00 pm. Create shell crafts. To join, call (727) 447-5882. Page 2 Countryside Branch Mind-Stretching Monday: Monday, August 1, 2:30-3:30 pm. Color My World, Adult Coloring: Wednesday, August 3, 17, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Materials provided. Afternoon Escape Film Series at Countryside: Wednesdays, 2:003:00 pm. Wildlife Wednesday — Why Invasive Species Matter: Wednesday, August 17, 12:15-1:00 pm. Join us for Wildlife Wednesday! A cooperative program with UF/IFAS Extension Services. Protecting Yourself Against Identity Theft and Plastic Card Fraud: Saturday, August 20, 2:003:00 pm. Presented by Shawn Lanier at GTE Financial. East Branch Hooks and Needles: Fridays, 2:003:30 pm. Language Exchange Café: Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30 pm. One-on-one conversation is a great way to learn to speak a new language. Chess Club for Adults: Wednesdays, 1:00-4:00 pm. Boards are provided. Dunedin Public Library Memory Screenings with the Alzheimer’s Assn.: Monday, August 22, 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Call (727) 5782558 to make your free appointment. Casual Scrabble Club: Mondays, August 1, 15, 6:00 pm. Please bring your own board. Tuesdays at Two Film Programs: Tuesdays, 2:00 pm. For more info on movies, please call (727) 298-3080, ext. 1707 or check out the Library website, www.dunedingov.com/library. S.H.I.N.E. Medicare Counseling: Tuesday, August 9, 23, 4:30-7:30 pm. To schedule an appointment, call (727) 298-3080, ext. 1707. Chess Club: Tuesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome. Children’s Scribes’ Group: Wednesday, August 17, 10:00 am. S.H.I.N.E Medicare Counseling: Wednesdays, 10:00 am-1:00 pm. To set up an appointment, call (727) 298-3080, ext. 1707. Genealogy Assistance: Thursdays, 1:00-3:00 pm. Dunedin Writers Group: Fridays, 9:30 am. Open to all serious writers. Socrates Café: Saturday, August 6, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. All are welcome. Coloring for Adults: Monday, August 8, 6:00 pm. All supplies are provided or you may bring your own. Alzheimer’s Series — Effective Communication Strategies: Tuesday, August 16, 10:00 am. Dunedin Community Garden Seminar — “Pests in Your Edible Garden”: Saturday, August 20, 10:00 am. East Lake Community Library Butterf ly Kisses — Gentle Yoga with Dawn: (Minimum age 16 years old) Thursdays, 12:00-1:00 pm. Hatha Yoga classes for only $5.00 per session (payable at the beginning of each class to the instructor). Bridge Game: Mondays, August 1, 15, 29, 1:00-3:00 pm. This is not a beginner class and no instructor will be present. Cinema Café at East Lake: Saturday, August 13, 1:00-3:00 pm. Movie matinee for adults and seniors with free refreshments. Crayons, Pencils, Markers-Oh, My: (Ages 16+) Monday, August 15, 6:00-7:30 pm. Please register. ELCL Author Showcase: Tuesday, August 16, 6:30-7:45 pm. Trudy Kelly’s book, The Fenway Hotel: The Grand Lady of Dunedin, includes the history of the long-standing landmark in PPLC August 2016 Adult Classes & Events Dunedin, Florida. For more information on this author, please go to www. FenwayHotelBookDunedinFlorida.com. Fiber Arts Group: Mondays, August 8, 22, 1:00-3:00 pm. SHINE Medicare Help: Tuesdays, August 9, 23, 10:30 am-1:30 pm. Registration required. Writers’ Critique Group: Mondays, August 8, 22, 6:00-7:45 pm. Gulf Beaches Public Library Writer’s Group: Mondays, 10:00 am12:00 pm. All writers are welcome. International Film Movement: Tuesday, August 2, 4:00 pm. Glassland. Global Hits: Tuesday, August 30, 4:00 pm. Foreign movies. Wednesday Movies: Wednesdays, 2:30 pm. Popular f ilms. Mah Jong: Thursdays, 12:00-2:00 pm. Investment Club: Thursdays, 2:304:00 pm. Scrabble: Fridays, August 5, 12:003:00 pm. August 12, 19, 26, 1:00-4:00 pm. Learn some new two letter words! Adult Summer Reading Program: Fridays. Drawings will be held for a $20 Barnes & Noble gift card. Gulfport Public Library Ukulele Group: Tuesdays, August 2, 16, 2:00-4:00 pm. Grown-up Movie: Saturday, August 6, 1:00 pm. This series is intended for adults only. For movie title, call (727) 893-1074. Astrology Program: Monday, August 8, 5:30-6:30 pm. FMI: call (207) 3320787 or email: [email protected]. Welcome to Gulfport! Workshop: Thursday, August session, TBA, 12:001:00 pm. Lunch and learn about the services available through the City and the Library. Call (727) 893-1073 for topic and date. Free Family Movie Day: Saturday, Aug. 20, 1:30 pm. Call (727) 893-1074. PPLC August 2016 Open Mic: Monday, August 29, 5:00 pm. FMI, call (727) 893-1073. Largo Public Library Creative Coloring: Wednesday, August 3, 6:30 pm. Materials provided. CareerSource Pinellas Information Session: Thursday, August 4, 10:00 am. Join us to find out about all the resources available to you at CareerSource Pinellas. Poets Live: Monday, August 8, 6:30 pm. Crafter Dark: Wednesday, August 10, 6:00 pm. Make a coaster with pressed flowers that will remind you of spring all year long. Registration required. Altered Notebooks: Wednesday, August 24, 6:00 pm. Customizing your own composition notebooks to record your thoughts or stay organized. Supplies provided. Limited to 8 participants. Registration required. Genealogy Programs Ancestry.com: Monday, August 1, 10:00 am. Genealogical Proof: Tuesday, August 2, 6:00 pm. This class explains how to evaluate the evidence that we collect as we build our family trees. Internet Genealogy: Monday, August 8, 10:00 am. This class introduces a strategy for using the internet in genealogy research with examples of different types of websites that can aid in your search. Census Tracking: Tuesday, August 9, 6:00 pm. Computers in Genealogy: Saturday, August 20, 10:00 am. DNA Interest Group: Wednesday, August 24, 1:00 pm. This is a group for DNA novices to learn together. RootsMagic User Group: Saturday, August 27, 10:00 am. Q&A with a demonstration of how to use the RootsMagic genealogy database software. AmericanAncestors.org: Tuesday, August 30, 6:00 pm. Oldsmar Public Library System Writer’s Critique Group: Monday, August 1, 15, 6:00-8:00 pm. Registration required, email [email protected] to reserve a space (include CRITIQUE in the subject line). SCORE — Free Small Business Counseling: Tuesdays, August 2, 6, 10:00 am-12:00 pm and 1:00-3:00 pm. By appointment only, register at the reference desk or by phone. Movies & Popcorn: Friday, August 5, 1:00 pm. Wii Gaming for Teens & Adults: Friday, August 5, 5:00 pm. Join us for some fun Wii & RPG/strategy board games after the library closes — Super Smash Bros., Mario Kart and snacks! Adult Coloring: Wednesdays, August 10, 24, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. All supplies will be provided. Fiber Arts Club: Saturday, August 27, 1:00 pm. Palm Harbor Public Library Texas Hold’em Poker — Beginners: Monday, August 1, 11:00 am12:00 pm. Valerie Jablonowski instructs this class on Texas Hold’em Poker. Registration is required. Texas Hold’em Poker — Intermediates: Tuesday, August 9, 6:307:30 pm. Monday, August 15, 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Valerie Jablonowski instructs this class on Texas Hold’em Poker. Registration is required. Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament Fundraiser: Saturday, August 20, Registration begins at 11:00 with game playing from 12:004:00 pm. Call the library at (727) 784-3332. continued on next page Page 3 Adult Classes & Events Palm Harbor Public Library continued Genealogy Assistance: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 1:00-4:00 pm. Tai Chi for Movement and Members of the Suncoast Genealogy Balance: Mondays, August 1, 8, 15, Society are present to assist with 22 and Wednesdays, August 3, 10, 17, Genealogy research. This service is 24. Advanced Level: 1:00-2:00 pm. Beginner-Intermediate Level: 2:00- free of charge! Primary Election: Tuesday, August 3:00 pm. Registration is required. 30, 7:00 am-7:00 pm. Medicare Assistance: Tuesdays, August 2, 16, 1:00-4:45 pm. Schedule an John Brock Art Alcove: August’s featured artist is Margarete de Soleil appointment for 1:00, 2:15, or 3:30 by from Palm Harbor. phoning (727) 784-3332, ext. 3006. Pinellas Park Master Gardener Plant Clinic: Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Wednesdays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Master Gardener Series: Thursday, Afternoon Movies: Wednesday, August 3, 2:00 pm. Please contact the August 11, 2:00 and 6:15 pm. “Landlibrary for movie titles. scape Plant Pests.” To reserve a seat, call Pinellas County Ext. at (727) 582-2603. Adult Writers Group: Saturday, August 27, 10:00 am. New members Socrates Café: Thursday, August 4, 6:00-7:45 pm and Thursday, August 18, welcome. Submit work for critique and get helpful writing tips. 1:00-2:45 pm. Board Game Night: (All ages) “Color Me Happy!” (Ages 18+) Tuesday, August 9, 6:00 pm. Thursday, August 4, 6:00-8:00 pm and Registration is required. Monday, Aug. 15, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Color Your Cares Away: (Ages Friday Movie Matinee: Friday, August 12, 2:00 pm. Call (727) 784-3332 16+) Tuesday, August 23, 6:00 pm. Refreshments and supplies provided. for movie title. Registration is required. Safety Harbor Public Library Memory Screenings: Wednesday, August 10, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Call (727) Basic Self-Defense: Thursday, August 4, 6:30 pm. Wear comfortable clothing. 578-2558. SCORE Small Business Helping Alzheimer’s Families: Wednesday, August 17, 10:30 am-12:00 Counseling: Tuesdays, August 9, 23. Appointments available from 10:00 ampm. Registration is required. 2:00 pm. “New to Medicare:” Saturday, Safety Harbor Writers & Poets: August 13, 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Joyce Thursday, August 11, 5:30 pm. Janczak, SHINE representative. Creative Writers Group & Story Suncoast Genealogy Society — Roots Magic Users Group: Saturday, Circle: Wednesday, August 17, 6:00 pm. Facilitators Jan Golden and August 27, 1:00-1:45 pm. Sheila McNaughton. Suncoast Genealogy Society General Meeting — “Tearing Down Time to Get Organized: Thursday, August 18, 6:30 pm. Learn tips and Brick Walls” Saturday, August 27, tactics to help you effectively manage 2:00-4:30 pm. Send us your brick wall your time, make better decisions. and our team will attempt to tear it Dani Brahm from Simply Refreshing down or at least suggest places to Organizing Solutions. look further. Page 4 The Food Pharmacist: Saturday, August 20, 11:30 am. Food Pharmacist Evelisse Capo will discuss how to achieve optimal health. Cooking demonstration will follow. Registration required, call (727) 724-1525, ext. 4112 to sign up. Heart & Soul Cinema: Sunday, August 21, 1:30 pm. Robot & Frank, 2002, rated PG-13. Starring Frank Langella and Susan Sarandon. Collective Coloring for Adults: Tuesday, August 23, 6:30 pm. AARP Driver Safety Course: Friday, August 26, 10:00 am-4:30 pm. $15 for members/$20 for nonmembers, payable by check only. Registration required online at www. SafetyHarborLibrary.com or call (727) 724-1525, ext. 4107. SHINE — Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders: Make an appointment at www. SafetyHarborLibrary.com or call (727) 724-1525, ext. 4107. Home Delivery Service: For Safety Harbor residents who are unable to get to the library due to illness, disability, or injury. Call (727) 724-1525, ext. 4107. St. Pete Beach Public Library Sidewalk Astronomy: Thursday, August 18, 9:00-11:00 pm. Library south sidewalk. Full Moon and Saturn with Daniel Bricker. Movie Night at the Library: Wed., August 17, 6:00 pm, A Hologram for the King. St. Petersburg Library System Main Library Medicare One-on-One Counseling, presented by SHINE: Wednesdays, August 3, 17. Call (727) 893-7724. Sunday Funday — Ukulele Jam: Sunday, August 7, 2:00 pm. Hosted by the Tampa Bay Ukulele Society. More info at meetup.com/tampabayukes. PPLC August 2016 Adult Classes & Events Mastering the Interview: Monday, August 8, 3:00 pm. Learn how to prepare for and have a successful job interview. Florida Writers Association: Thursday, August 11, 5:30-7:30 pm. Monthly meeting featuring topical speakers. See http://fwastpete.blogspot. com/ for speaker schedule. Sunday Funday-Movie: Sunday, August 14, 3:00 pm. Labyrinth (PG, 1986). Sunday Funday-Coloring for Adults: Sunday, August 21, 3:00 pm. Relax and relieve stress. We’ll provide the coloring sheets, pencils and markers. Job Seeking Techniques: Monday, August 22, 3:00 pm. Learn about the hidden job market and ways to find those job openings that are not posted. Sunday Funday-Movie: Sunday, August 28, 3:00 pm. The Neverending Story (PG, 1984). James Weldon Johnson Community Refresh Tips for Caregivers: Saturday, August 27, 12:15-1:15 pm. Presented by Empath Health. Mirror Lake Community Needle Craft Club: Saturday, August 13, 27, 1:00-3:00 pm. All skill levels. South Community Take Control of Your Diabetes: Wednesday, August 3, 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Learn to manage diabetes through better nutrition and physical activity. Presented by Health Services Advisory Group, Inc. Container Gardening: Thursday, August 4, 6:00-7:30 pm. Presented by Pinellas County Extension. Vegetable Gardening: Thursday, August 18, 6:00-7:30 pm. Presented by Pinellas County Extension. Family Yarn Guild: (Ages 8+) Saturday, August 13, 27, 12:00-2:00 pm. PPLC August 2016 South Community Knitting Guild: (Ages 8+) Thursdays, 11:00 am. Book Sale in the Lobby: Saturday, August 13, 12:00-2:00 pm. By the Friends of the Library. West Community Chair Yoga: Wednesdays, 11:00 am12:00 pm. Seminole Community Library Beyond the Books: Thursday, August 18, 6:30 pm. Ender’s Game © Summit Entertainment (2015); film will play with English Descriptive audio. Cinema at Sundown: Thursday, August 11, 6:00 pm. The Band’s Visit © Paramount (2007) in English, Hebrew, and Arabic with English subtitles. Thursday, August 25, 6:00 pm. 600 Miles © Lionsgate (2015) rated R. Classic Movie Matinee: Fridays, 1:00 pm. August 5: The Sheepman © Warner Bros. (1958). August 12: How to Frame a Figg © Universal Pictures (1971). August 19: Laura © 20th Century Fox (1944). August 26: Indiscreet © Paramount (1958). Doodle & Dazzle — Coloring for Adults: Monday, August 29, 6:00 pm and Wednesday, August 24, 2:00 pm. Pause for Poetry: Wednesday, August 17, 7:00 pm. Scrabble Club: Tuesdays, 2:00-5:00 pm. (No meeting August 30.) Seminole Chess Club: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. Players should already know the moves, rules and etiquette of chess. Socrates Café: Monday, August 8, 1:00 pm. A Thinker’s Haven Discussion Group: Monday, August 22, 1:00 pm. “How does culture modify human nature?” FMI and links to this month’s articles or video, email request to: [email protected]. Thrilling Tales! A Story Program for Adults: Thursday, August 11, 2:00 pm. Enjoy the simple pleasure of hearing good stories read aloud. Think audio books-Live! Two Towers Chess Club: Monday, August 8, 22, 3:30-5:30 pm. Wordsmiths Writing Group: Wednesday, August 3, 6:00-9:00 pm. SPC Toastmasters: Tuesdays, 6:15 pm. Tarpon Springs Public Library Tarpon Springs Fiction Writers: Wednesdays, 10:00 am-1:00 pm. For more information, call David at (727) 942-9540 or Gino at (727) 808-0290. Writers Group: Fridays, 10:00 am1:00 pm. For more information, contact Rebecca at (727) 940-4327. Genealogy Research Group: Monday, August 1, 6:30-8:30 pm. Writing for Children: Wednesdays, August 3, 17, 2:00 pm. For more information, call Kathleen (502) 6444187 or Belva (608) 387-5576. Cinema Saturday: Saturday, August 13, 27, 2:00 pm. For movie title call (727) 943-4922. Needlecraft Group: Monday, August 8, 6:30-8:30 pm. DIY Craft: Wednesday, August 10, 6:30 pm. Limited spots are available. Registration is required by Saturday, August 6. Call (727) 943-4922 to register. 10 Tips for Advertising Your Business presented by SCORE: Tuesday, August 16, 7:00 pm. Call (727) 943-4922 to register. CrafterSpace: Wednesday, August 24, 6:30-8:30 pm. Bring your project and supplies to work on. Show off your creative ideas and join our lively conversations. Page 5 Book Discussions Oldsmar Public Library System Clearwater Public Library System Main Library Manga Book Club: (Ages 13-18) Friday, August 26, 2:00-4:00 pm. Countryside Branch Socrates Café: Sunday, August 28, 2:00 pm. Join our monthly open discussion based on the book by Christopher Phillips. East Branch Socrates Café: Saturday, August 20, 2:00-4:00 pm. East Lake Community Library ELCL Book Club: Wednesday, August 3, 6:30-7:45 pm. Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston. New members are always welcome. Outlander Book Club Meet-Up: Saturday, August 6, 3:00-4:00 pm. Open to the public. Gulf Beaches Public Library Chatterbooks: Tuesday, August 16, 10:30 am. Skylight by Jose Saramago. Gulfport Public Library Healthy Mind/Healthy Body Book Club: Tuesday, August 9, 1:00-3:00 pm. FMI, email [email protected]. Coffee/Talk Book Club: Thursday, August 18, 11:00 am-12:00 pm. We’ll discuss A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle. Largo Public Library Last Word Book Discussion Group: Wednesday, August 3, 6:00 pm. The Hotel on Place Vendome by Tilar J. Mazzeo. Booktalking with Iris: Wednesday, August 10, 12:00 pm. Page 6 Books and Brews — Discussion Group: (Ages 21+) Tuesday, August 2, 6:00 pm. Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro, Jack Willie’s Bar Grill & Tiki, 1013 St. Petersburg Drive West. Palm Harbor Public Library Phil’s Book Club: Monday, August 8, 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Library Director, Gene Coppola, facilitates this book discussion on Condominium by John D. MacDonald. Ales & Tales Evening Book Club: Monday, August 8, 6:00-7:00 pm. The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey. Location: Palm Harbor Library 2330 Nebraska Ave. Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Evening Book Discussion: Wednesday, August 10, 6:30 pm. What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty Graphic Novel Book Discussion: Thursday, August 11, 6:00 pm. The Wicked and the Divine Volume 1 by Kieron Gillen. Afternoon Book Discussion: Thursday, August 18, 2:00 pm. Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. Safety Harbor Public Library Words & Wine Book Club: Monday, August 15, 6:30 pm. Held at Whistle Stop Bar and Grill, 915 Main Street. Founding Mothers by Cokie Roberts. Books & Bagels Book Club: Tuesday, August 16, 10:30 am. Plague of Doves by Louise Erdrich. St. Pete Beach Public Library Book Discussion Group: Tuesday, August 16, 10:30 am. Frankenstein by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. Book Discussion Group Film: Tues., August 23, 10:30 am. Frankenstein. St. Petersburg Public Library System Main Library Speculative Fiction Book Club: Tuesday, August 2, 6:30 pm. The Real Deal Book Club: Thursday, August 25, 6:30 pm. All are welcome at these book clubs, titles available online at http:// splibraries.org/book_clubs.html. North Community Thursday Morning Group: Thursday, August 4, 11:00 am. Call location for latest title. Murder by the Book (Mystery Book Club): Thursday August 4, 6:30 pm. Call location for the latest title. Carl G. Jung Society Reading Group: Saturday, August 13, 10:00 am. South Community Mahogany Book Club: Saturday, August 20, 12:00 pm. Read and discuss the works of African American writers. Biography Book Club: Tuesday, August 23, 6:30 pm. Seminole Community Library Backward Travelers Historical Fiction Book Discussion: Tuesday, August 16, 2:00 pm. West of Sunset by Stewart O’Nan. Book Buzz: Tuesday, August 2, 2:00 pm. Great Books: Wednesday, August 17, 2:00 pm. “What We Talk About When We Talk About Love” by Raymond Carver. Tarpon Springs Public Library Expand Your Horizons Book Club: Wednesday, August 10, 3:30 pm. The Paris Architect by Charles Belfoure. Mystery Book Club: Wednesday, August 17, 7:00 pm. The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith. PPLC August 2016 Children’s Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System Main Library Summertime Chess: Tuesday, August 2, 3:30-5:00 pm. Drop-In Discovery Lab: (Grades 2+) Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm. Doggone Reading Fun: Saturday, August 6, 12:00-2:00 pm. Robotics for Parent and Child: Saturday, August 6, 1:00-3:30 pm. Parents and children in first grade and up will learn together to build and program a basic Lego Mindstorms EV3 robot. Registration required, only one registration per family. Kids CoderDojo: (Ages 6-10) Thursdays, August 11, 18, 25, 4:005:30 pm. No experience necessary. Registration required. Sensory Activity and Social Time: Saturday, August 27, 2:00-3:00 pm. Designed for children and teens on the autism spectrum or those who are sensitive to sensory overload. Call (727) 562-4970 for details. East Branch Music Time with Mr. Brad: Thursday, August 4, 1:00-4:00 pm. Lego Brick Olympics: Saturday, August 6, 12:30-1:30 pm. Celebrate the Summer Olympics with cool models of sports from cycling to soccer, basketball to gymnastics. Doggone Reading Fun: Tuesday, August 16, 5:30-7:00 pm. D.I.Y. Pet Projects — D.I.Y. Pet I.D. Tags: Saturday, August 3, 2:004:00 pm. Keep your pets safe with personalized Shrinky Dink pet tags. North Greenwood Branch Video Game Madness: Wednesday, August 3, 4:00-6:00 pm. Doggone Reading Fun: Thursday, August 4, 3:00-5:30 pm. Call (727) 5624970 to register. Showtime with the Dascaloja Puppeteers: (Ages 4+) Friday, August 5, 2:00-2:50 pm. Olympic Make-and-Take Craft: Tuesday, August 9, 5:00-6:00 pm. Join Miss Sarah for an Olympic-themed craft. Homework Help: Tuesdays, August 16, 23, 30 and Wednesdays, August 17, 24, 31, 5:30-7:00 pm. Legos at the Library: Tuesday, August 23, 4:30-6:00 pm. Design and build your own Lego creations during this free-build session. Dunedin Public Library Baby & Me Story Time: (Ages 0-18 mos.) Mondays, August 15, 22, 29, 10:00 am. Toddler Times: (Ages 18-36 mos.) Wednesdays, August 17, 24, 31, 10:15 am and 11:15 am. Preschool Story Times: (Ages 3-5) Thursdays, August 18, 25, 10:00 am and 11:00 am. Yoga Kids: (Ages 3-7) Saturday, August 6, 11:00 am. Sing, Spell, Read and Write: Monday, Tuesdays, and Wednesday 4:00-6:30 pm. For more information or to register, call (727) 298-3080, ext. 1732. Saturday Family Stories: (Families) Saturday, August 20, 11:00 am. Preschool Movie: (Ages 3-5) Friday, August 26, 10:30 am. East Lake Community Library Dance Party: (Ages 0-3) Friday, August 12, 10:00-11:00 am. Homework Help: (Students grades K-2) Tuesdays, August 16, 23, 30, 3:005:00 pm. No registration needed — just drop on by! Homework Help Training: Tuesday, August 9, 4:00-5:00 pm. Contact Laura Allison, for more details. Lapsit & Linger: (Ages 0-18 mos.) Tuesdays, August 2, 9, 9:30-10:00 am. Potterpalooza: (Ages 10+) Friday, August 5, 2:00-3:00 pm. Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday (a little late). Registration required. Sue’s Tiny Tots: (Ages 18-36 mos.) Tuesdays, August 2, 9, 10:30-11:15 am or 11:30 am-12:00 pm. Gulf Beaches Public Library Baby & Me Storytime: (Ages 0-2) Wednesdays, 10:30 am. VPK Storytime: (Ages 4-7) Thursday, August 4, 10:30 am. Bingo: (School age youth) Thursday, August 4, 2:30 pm.-3:30 pm. Art Workshop: (School age youth) Thursdays, August 4, 3:30-5:00 pm. continued on next page PPLC August 2016 Page 7 Children’s Classes & Events Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Tuesday, Wednesday, August 2, 3, 6:00 pm. Come to the library with your favorite stuffed animal for this very special program. Library LEGOs: (Ages 5-12) Saturdays, 2:00-4:00 pm. All materials are Gulf Beaches Public Library continued Pre-K Storytime & Art Class: (Ages provided. Sunset Stories: Mondays, August 15, 2-4) Fridays, 10:30 am. 22, 29, 6:00 pm. Legos: (School age youth) Fridays, Wobbly Walkers: (Ages 12-24 mos.) August 5, 2:30-3:30 pm. Tuesdays, August 16, 23, 30, 10:30 am. Read to the Dogs: Fridays, August Toddler Tales: (Ages 24-36 mos.) 5, 2:30-3:30 pm. Bella and Rico, our Wednesdays, August 17, 24, 31, 10:30 am. pet therapy dogs, are back and ready Cook-a-Book: Wednesdays, August 17, to listen to you read. Cooking Workshop: Friday, August 5, 24, 31, 6:00 pm. It’s fun for the whole 3:30-5:00 pm. We provide the groceries family! Tinker Lab: (Ages 6-12) Thursdays, and the heat, and you bring your pan August 18, 25, 4:00 pm. Register in the and your appetite. Children’s Department. August 18: Getting Schooled — Explore activities Gulfport Public Library with books, pencils, crayons, and more! Mommy & Me Yoga: (Ages 6 weeks18 mos.) Tuesday, August 2, 10:15-11:00 August 25: Magnet Mania — Look am. Please call (727) 893-1074 to reserve for real metallic iron in your breakfast cereal and learn about magnets in this your spot or email Cailey at cklasson@ attractive program. mygulfport.us. Pup Pals Reading Dogs: (Ages 5-12) Kids SRP Party with Jiggle Man: Saturday, August 27, 10:00 am. Register Thursday, August 4, 7:00-8:00 pm. in the Children’s Department. Toddler Summer Storytime: Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 am. Oldsmar Public Library System Free Family Movie Day: Saturday, No Children’s programs in August. August 20, 1:30 pm. For movie title, call (727) 893-1074. Palm Harbor Public Library Kids Yoga: (Grades K-5) Thursday, Mother Goose Rhyme Time: (Ages August 25, 3:30 pm. 0-2) Wednesdays, 10:00-10:30 am. Toddler Story Time: (Ages 18 mos.-3) Largo Public Library Mondays, 10:00-10:30 am. CPR Instruction: Monday, August 1, 7:00 pm. Page 8 Starbucks Story Time: (All ages) Tuesday, August 9, 10:30-11:00 am. Meet Miss Chris for story time at Palm Harbor Starbucks, located at U.S. Hwy. 19 and Nebraska Avenue. Pokemon Club: (Ages 7-16) Tuesday, August 9, 5:00-6:00 pm. Join the club! Paws-itive Pals: (All ages) Saturday, August 20, 2:30-3:30 pm. We are bringing therapy dogs out of the hospitals and into the library with the help of Paws for Friendship, Inc. American Girls Meet Julie: (Ages 7-12) Saturday, August 27, 11:00-12:00 pm. Participants must read at least one Julie book from the American Girl series prior to the program. Registration required beginning August 1. Leap Into Art at Leepa-Rattner: (Ages 3+) Wednesday, August 31, 3:00-4:00 pm. Join Miss Marisa at the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, located on the Tarpon Springs campus of St. Petersburg College, for an art-themed story and craft time. Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Preschool Reading Adventures: (Ages 3-5) Tuesdays, August 16, 23, 30, 3:30 pm & Wednesdays, August 17, 24, 31, 10:00 am. Read, Sing, & Play Toddlertime: (Ages 0-35 mos.) Tuesday, August 16, 23, 30, 11:00 am. Music in Motion: (Ages 2-5) Wednesday, August 17, 24, 31, 11:00 am. PPLC August 2016 Children’s Classes & Events Read, Learn & Imagine Family Storytime: Thursdays, August 18, 25, 7:00 pm. Therapy Dogs: (Ages 5-11) Thursdays, August 18, 25, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call (727) 369-0664 for more information and registration. Wondermakers: (Ages 5-11) Wednesday, August 17, 24, 31, 3:30 pm. Enjoy exciting and educational hands-on STEAM activities. Homework Help: (Ages 5-11) Monday, August 15, 22, 29, 3:30 pm. Children are helped on a f irst-come, f irst-served basis. Magic Tree House Book Club — Dolphins at Daybreak (Ages 5+) Sunday, August 28, 2:00 pm. Call (727) 369-0664 to register. Space is limited. Safety Harbor Public Library Wee Sing: (Ages 5 and under) Monday, August 1, 10:30 am. Registration required. Animal Story Time with the Humane Society: (Ages 8 and under) Tuesday, August 2, 10:30 am. Join the Humane Society for stories, a craft, and to meet an animal friend. Paw-some Readers Program: Friday, August 5, 3:30 pm. Practice your reading skills with trained therapy dogs and earn a Pawsome Reader Certif icate. Lego League: (Ages 3+) Saturdays, 10:00 am-4:30 pm. Children’s Movie: (Ages 12 and under) Thursday, August 17, 10:30 am. Zootopia, rated PG, 2016. PPLC August 2016 Toddler Time: (Ages 18 mos.-3) Mondays, August 22, 29, 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 2-5) Wednesdays, August 24, 31, 10:30 am. Baby & Me: (Ages 18 mos. and under) Friday, August 26, 10:00 am. Family Bingo & Game Night: (All ages) Wednesday, August 31, 6:30 pm. Fun evening of BINGO, Wii games, and board games. St. Pete Beach Public Library Stories and Fun with Kathleen: (Ages 4-6) Mondays, August 1, 8, 3:00 pm and August 15, 29, 3:45 pm. Mother Goose Time with Grace: (Ages 0-3) Thursdays, 11:00 am. Tail Waggin’ Tutors: Thursdays, August 4, 11, 18, 4:00 pm. Skill-building for beginning readers. St. Petersburg Library System Story Time Break begins August 8th Main Library Summer Break Spot: Monday, August 1-Friday, August 5, 12:00-1:00 pm. Free Lunch for Children through 18 years of age. South Community Special Program: Thursday, August 4, 2:30 pm. John Storm’s world of Reptiles. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Tuesdays, August 9, 16, 23, 11:00 am. No program on August 2nd and 30th. Baby Time: (Ages 0-18 mos.) Wednesdays, August 10, 17, 24, 31, 10:00 am. No program on August 3. Wiggle, Giggle and Sing: (Ages 5 and under) Thursdays, August 4, 11, 18, 25, 10:00 am. No program on August 4. Family Movie Matinee: (All ages) Saturdays, 2:00 pm. For movie titles call the Youth Services Department at (727) 394-6913. Two Towers Chess Club: (All ages) Monday, August 8, 22, 3:30-5:30 pm. All skill levels welcome. Tarpon Springs Public Library Music with Mar: (Ages 1+) Thursday, August 3, 10:30 am. Music and movement for your child’s development. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Thursday, August 25, 10:15 am. Toddler Time: (Ages 1-3) Friday, August 26, 10:15 and 11:00 am. Registration required. Seminole Community Library Toddler Story Time: (Ages 18-36 mos.) Tuesdays, August 9, 16, 23, 10:00 am. No program on August 2, 30. Page 9 Literacy Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System Countryside Branch English as a Second Language: Monday, August 15, 22, 29, Wednesdays, August 10, 17, 24, 31, 2:30-3:30 pm. Call (727) 669-1140 to register. East Branch ESOL Tutoring: Mondays, 4:056:05 pm. Literacy tutors and students practice conversational English. Dunedin Public Library Conversation Club: Wednesdays, 5:45 pm. Largo Public Library English Language Learning Conversation Club: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:00 am. Tuesdays, 6:00 pm. English Language Learning Lab: Monday- Saturday. Take your English to the next level with Rosetta StoneAmerican English. Reserve a computer at www.LargoPublicLibrary.org. Baby Sign Language: Tuesdays, 9:30 am. Adult Sign Language: Wednesdays, August 10, 24, 6:00-8:00 pm Citizenship Preparation Classes: Mondays, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm. For more information call (727) 222-8883 or [email protected]. Page 10 Palm Harbor Public Library St. Petersburg Public Library System Conversation Classes: Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm. Classes are open to anyone who is learning English as a second language. Infant/Toddler Sign Language: (Ages 1-4) Mondays, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 10:45-11:15 am. School-age Sign Language: (Ages 5-12) Mondays, 4:15 pm.-5:45 pm. Adult Beginner’s Sign Language: Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm. Adult Intermediate Sign Language: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 pm. For further information on either program, contact Rosa Rodriguez @ (727) 724-1525, ext. 4120. Main Library Roll Over & Read: Monday, August 8, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call to register for a session. Mirror Lake Community Roll Over & Read: Wednesday, August 17, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call to register for a session. James Weldon Johnson Community Roll Over & Read: Tuesday, August 2, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call to register for a session. North Community Roll Over & Read: Tuesday, August 16, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call to register for a session. South Community Roll Over & Read: Friday, August 5, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call to register for a session. West Community Roll Over & Read: Tuesday, August 16, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call to register for a session. Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Adult American Sign Language, Level 1: Thursdays, 6:00 pm. Adult American Sign Language, Level 2: Thursdays, 7:00 pm. English Classes: Wednesdays, 6:00 pm. Safety Harbor Public Library Adult Literacy & ESOL Tutoring: Visit www.SafetyHarborLibrary. com or call (727) 724-1525 for more information on enrolling as a student or becoming a tutor. PPLC August 2016 Tech Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System Main Library Computer and e-Reader Help: Wednesdays, 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Learn 3-D design with Tinkercad: Wednesday, August 3, 7:00-8:00 pm. MakerSpace Drop-in Session: Thursday, August 4, 11, 18, 2:00-5:30 pm. Tips & Tricks, Hands-On Video Lighting Class: Wednesday, August 10, 5:30-7:30 pm. Introduction to Microcontrollers: Wednesday, August 17, 7:00-8:00 pm. Quadcopters, Fly and Learn: Saturday, August 27, 1:00-3:00 pm. Beach Branch Computer Help! With Ray: Mondays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Countryside Branch Computer and e-Reader Help: Thursdays, 12:30-3:30 pm. Technology Test-drive: Sundays, 1:30-3:30 pm. Basic Computer Skills — Getting Started with Windows 10: Tuesday, August 16, 10:30 am-12:00 pm. An intro to Windows 10 and the differences between it and Windows 7/8. East Branch Computer and e-Reader Help: Tuesdays, 12:00-3:00 pm. North Greenwood Branch Computer and e-Reader Help: Mondays, 3:00-5:00 pm. PPLC August 2016 Dunedin Public Library For more information or to register for a class, call 298-3080, ext. 1707. Getting Started with your Android Device, Part 1: Tuesday, August 2, 11:00 am. Getting Started with your Android Device, Part 2: Thursday, August 4, 11:00 am. Getting Started with your iPad, Part 1: Tuesday, August 9, 11:00 am. Getting Started with your iPad, Part 2: Thursday, August 11, 11:00 am. Introduction to Windows 10, Part 1: Tuesday, August 16, 11:00 am. Introduction to Windows 10, Part 2: Thursday, August 18, 11:00 am. Introduction to MS Word 2010, Part 1: Tuesday, August 23, 11:00 am. Introduction to MS Word 2010, Part 2: Thursday, August 25, 11:00 am. Introduction to MS Excel 2010, Part 1: Tuesday, August 30, 11:00 am. Tech Time: 45 minute sessions are available by appointment on Tuesdays, 2:00-4:00 pm. For more information, call (727) 298-3080, ext. 1716. One-on-One Computer Tutoring: One-hour sessions are available by appointment. For more information or to schedule your appointment at (727) 298-3080, ext. 1732. East Lake Community Library Computer Chat with Paul: Wednesdays, 12:30-3:30 pm. Please call the library to register for your individual session. Gulf Beaches Public Library Open Forum: Monday, August 8, 22, 1:00 pm. Largo Public Library iPads for Beginners: Thursday, August 4, 3:00 pm. Class size limited to 8. Registration required. iPads for Beginners 2: Thursday, August 11, 3:00 pm. Prerequisite: Please have your Apple ID and password. Class size limited to 8. Registration required. Intro to 3D Printing: Wednesday, August 17, 3:00 pm. Limited to 8 participants. Registration required. Intermediate iPads: Thursday, August 18, 3:00 pm. Prerequisite: Attendees must have taken iPad for Beginners or be very comfortable with iPad basics. Limited to 8 participants. Registration required Oldsmar Public Library System Drop-in Computer Help: Wednesdays, August 3, 17, 3:00-5:00 pm. Computer Class with Mark Opyd: Tuesday, August 9, 2:00 pm. Topic: Traveling with Your Devices. Lecture/ demonstration followed by Q & A. Palm Harbor Public Library All computer classes require registration. Call (727) 784-3332, ext. 3006. continued on next page Page 11 Tech Classes & Events Palm Harbor Public Library continued Using the Online Catalog: Saturday, August 6, 11:00-12:30 pm. Learn to Navigate Windows 8.1: Tuesday, August 9, 2:00-3:30 pm. Internet Basics: Surf the Net: Tuesday, August 16, 6:00-7:30 pm. E-mail Basics: Saturday, August 20, 2:00-3:30 pm. Doc’s Place — “Mind Mapping”: Monday, August 15, 1:00-2:30 pm. You will learn how to use this tool, as well as be introduced to free software tools you may download. Registration is required. One-on-One Computer Instruction: From August 1-23, 30 minute session one-on-one help is available until closing each day. Call (727) 784-3332, ext. 3017 to check availability. Mobile Device Help with Michael: Fridays, 3:30-6:00 pm, by appointment. One-on-One Computer Tutoring with Rahul: Saturdays, 9:30 am-12:30 pm, by appointment. St. Pete Beach Public Library E-Reader Help Hour: Tuesdays, August 2, 16, 3:00 pm. iPad for Beginners: Friday, August 5, 2:00 pm. Bring library card and Apple passwords. St. Petersburg Public Library System Registration is required for all library computer classes. Main Library Basic Microsoft Excel 2013: Monday, August 15, 4:00 pm. Downloading Books, Music & More — Bring Your Own Device: Monday, August 29, 4:00 pm. Walk-in Computer Help: Tuesdays, 4:00-6:00 pm and Sundays, 1:00-3:00 pm. Pinellas Park James Weldon Johnson Community Barbara S. Ponce Public Library One-on-One Computer Assistance: Introductory Computer Training Classes: Call (727) 369-0667 to inquire Tuesdays, August 16, 23, 30, 10:3011:30 am. about schedule. One-on-One Technology Clinic: Tuesdays, 3:00 pm and Thursdays, 6:00 pm. Assistance is offered on a f irstcome-f irst served basis. North Community Introduction to Google Chrome: Thursday, August 18, 4:00 pm. Learn how to surf the web using the Google Chrome browser. South Community One-on-One Computer Assistance: Computer assistance for adults. Please call or stop in to schedule an appointment with our volunteer tutor. West Community Supervised Lab Time: Fridays, 1:30-3:30 pm. Get help with all your computer issues. Seminole Community Library Gizmos & Gadgets: Need help with your devices? To set up an appointment, contact the Youth Services Department at (727) 394-6913. Tarpon Springs Public Library Tech Tutoring: Free one hour session with a student volunteer. Registration is required. One-on-One eBook Training: Call or stop by the library to schedule an appointment. Safety Harbor Public Library One-on-One Computer Tutoring with Logan: Sundays, 1:30-4:30 pm, by appointment. One-on-One Computer Tutoring with Dan: Select Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm, by appointment. Page 12 PPLC August 2016 Teen Classes & Events Dunedin Public Library Clearwater Public Library System Main Library Summertime Chess: Tuesday, August 2, 3:30-5:00 pm. Zombie Prom: (Grades 6-12) Wednesday, August 3, 6:30-8:30 pm. Celebrate the end of summer by getting gross and fancy with us. Costumes greatly encouraged. Teen CoderDojo: Monday, August 8, 15, 22, 29, 4:00-5:30 pm. An introduction to computer science. Game On: (Grades 6-12) Wednesday, August 10, 17, 24, 31, 5:00-8:00 pm. Scrap’n Paper: Friday, August 12, 2:30-4:00 pm and Tuesday, August 23, 5:30-7:00 pm. An open drop-in session for paper crafting, scrapbooking or just sprucing up your daily planner. Teen Crafternoon: Tuesday, August 16, 30, 5:00-7:00 pm. Take Apart, Put Together: Sunday, August 21, 2:00-4:00 pm. North Greenwood Branch Uno Tournament: (For all ages) Wednesday, August 17, 4:30-6:00 pm. Show off your card skills at “the one game for everyone” in our friendly UNO card game tournament. Registration begins two weeks prior to a program. SAT Boot Camp: (High School Students) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, August 1, 2, 3, 12:00-2:00 pm. Registration is required. Princeton Review: (High School Students) Saturday, August 27, 9:00 am1:00 pm. Get a good night’s sleep, eat a good breakfast and bring a #2 pencil and calculator. Registration is required. East Lake Community Library Homework Help: (Grades K-2) Tuesdays, August 16, 23, 30. 3:00-5:00 pm. Library sponsored assistance with homework. No registration needed-just drop on by! Homework Help Training: Tuesday, August 9, 4:00-5:00 pm. The training is mandatory. Contact Laura Allison, for more details. Teen SRP Final Party: Tuesday, August 2, 7:00-9:00 pm. Pizza, Prizes, Playstation! Largo Public Library Loungin’ at the Library: (Ages 1318) Thursday, August 18, 2:30 pm-5:30 pm. Jenga Competition. The Teen Scene — Game Night: (Ages 13-18) Monday, August 22, 5:007:00 pm. Show Your Creative Side: (Ages 1318) Thursday, August 25, 2:00-5:30 pm. Cooking the Teen Way: (Ages 1318) Monday, August 29, 5:00-7:00 pm. Learn simple and fun ways to make some of your favorite foods in this monthly program for teens. Oldsmar Public Library System Wii Gaming for Teens & Adults: Friday, August 5, 5:00 pm. Join us for some fun Wii & RPG/strategy board games after the library closes — Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart and snacks! Palm Harbor Public Library Gulf Beaches Public Library Cooking Workshop: Friday, August 5, 3:30-5:00 pm. We provide the groceries and the heat, and you bring your pan and your appetite. PPLC August 2016 Gulfport Public Library Drop-By Gaming: (Ages 9-18) Thursday, August 18, 3:30-5:00 pm. It’s back! Anime Club: (Ages 11-18) Tuesday, August 23, 5:00-6:00 pm. Anime Movie Night: (Ages 9-18) Thursday, August 25, 5:00-7:30 pm. Registration is required. continued on next page Page 13 Teen Classes & Events St. Petersburg Public Library System continued from page 13 Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Teen Anime Club: (Ages 12-19) Saturday, August 13, 2:30 pm. Call (727) 369-0664 for more information! Teen Book-to-Movie Club: Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist: (Ages 13-19) Wednesday, August 24, 5:30 pm. Call (727) 369-0664 to register. Safety Harbor Public Library Teen Craft — Back to School Washi Tape Notebook: (Grades 6-12) Wednesday, August 3, 4:30 pm. Create and decorate notebooks with Washi Tape. Throwback Thursday Movie: (Grades 6-12) Thursdays, 4:00 pm. Teen Gaming: (Grades 6-12) Fridays, 4:30 pm. Teen Time: (Grades 6-12) Wednesdays, August 10, 17, 24, 31, 4:30 pm. Minecraft Club: (Grades 6-12) Saturdays, August 13, 27, 12:00-2:00 pm. Registration required. Cookbook Club: (Grades 6-12) Tuesday, August 16, 6:00-7:00 pm. All supplies provided. Registration required. Teen Movie: (Grades 6-12) Saturday, August 20, 2:00 pm. Divergent Series: Allegiant (2016, PG-13). Page 14 Main Library Tabletop Games Night: (Ages 11-18) Thursdays, 5:00-7:30 pm. Anime & Manga Club: (Ages 11-18) Tuesday, August 16, 6:15 pm. James Weldon Johnson Community Maker Monday: Monday, August 1, 4:00 pm. Teen Gaming: Friday, August 5, 4:00 pm. South Community Teens and Tweens Book Club: Thursday, August 4, 4:30 pm. Call or check online for latest title. Seminole Community Library Library Teen Board Volunteer Information Session: (Grades 8-12) Saturday, August 6, 11:30 am-1:00 pm. For additional details and to sign up for the meeting, please contact the YS department at (727) 394-6913. “Live the Books” Book Club: (Grades 6-12) Tuesday, August 23, 6:007:00 pm. Join us for a book discussion of The Martian by Andy Weir. For further information and to register stop by the Youth Services Department or call (727) 394-6913. Manga and Anime Club: (Grades 6-12) Friday, August 26, 4:45-5:45 pm. Art supplies will be available. Enter the raff le to win a prize. Two Towers Chess Club: (All ages) Mondays, August 8, 22, 3:30-5:30 pm. All skill levels welcome. Seminole Chess Club: (All ages) Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. For intermediate and advanced players. Pause for Poetry: (All ages) Wednesday, August 17, 7:00 pm. Tarpon Springs Public Library Manga Book Club: (Grades 7-12) Mondays, August 8, 22, 7:30 pm. Hang out and meet other teens who share your interests. PPLC August 2016 Cooperative Libraries Administrative Office Pinellas Public Library Cooperative 1330 Cleveland Street Clearwater, FL 33755-5103 P: (727) 441-8408 F: (727) 441-8938 www.pplc.us Deaf Literacy Center 101 Second Street North Safety Harbor, FL 34695 P: (727) 724-1525, ext. 4120 VPhone: (727) 474-1914 www.pplc.us/dlc Talking Book Library 1330 Cleveland Street Clearwater, FL 33755-5103 P: (727) 441-9958 www.pplc.us/tbl Clearwater System Main Library & Offices 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33755 P: (727) 562-4970 www.myclearwater.com/cpl Beach Branch 69 Bay Esplanade Clearwater, FL 33767 P: (727) 562-4970 Countryside Branch 2642 Sabal Springs Drive Clearwater, FL 33761 P: (727) 562-4970 East Branch 2251 Drew Street Clearwater, FL 33765 P: (727) 562-4970 North Greenwood Branch 905 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave., Clearwater, FL 33755 P: (727) 562-4970 PPLC August 2016 Dunedin Library Palm Harbor Library 223 Douglas Avenue Dunedin, FL 34698 P: (727) 298-3080 www.dunedingov.com/library 2330 Nebraska Avenue Palm Harbor, FL 34683 P: (727) 784-3332 www.palmharborlibrary.org Friends Branch Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Library 1920 Pinehurst Road Dunedin, FL 34698 P: (727) 812-4548 East Lake Community Library 4125 East Lake Road Palm Harbor, FL 34685 P: (727) 773-2665 www.eastlakelibrary.org Gulf Beaches Library 200 Municipal Drive Madeira Beach, FL 33708 P: (727) 391-2828 www.gulf beacheslib.org Gulfport Library 5501 28th Avenue South Gulfport, FL 33707 P: (727) 893-1074 F: (727) 344-6386 Reference: (727) 893-1073 www.mygulfport.us/gpl Largo Library 120 Central Park Drive Largo, FL 33771 P: (727) 587-6715 Reference: (727) 587-6715 TDD: (727) 587-6778 www.largopubliclibrary.org Oldsmar Library 400 St. Petersburg Drive East Oldsmar, FL 34677 P: (813) 749-1178 www.oldsmarlibrary.org 7770 52nd Street Pinellas Park, FL 33781 P: (727) 369-0669 Reference: (727) 369-0667 www.pinellaspark.com/library Safety Harbor Library 101 2nd Street North Safety Harbor, FL 34695 P: (727) 724-1525 www.safetyharborlibrary.com St. Pete Beach Library 365 73rd Avenue St. Pete Beach, FL 33706 P: (727) 363-9238 www.stpetebeach.org/library St. Petersburg Library System Main Library 3745 Ninth Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL 33713 P: (727) 893-7724 Reference: (727) 893-7928 www.splibraries.org Childs Park Community Library at YMCA Community Center Mirror Lake Community Library 280 5th Street North St. Petersburg, FL 33701 P: (727) 893-7268 North Community Library 861 70th Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL 33702 P: (727) 893-7214 South Community Library 2300 Roy Hanna Drive S. St. Petersburg, FL 33712 P: (727) 893-7244 West Community Library at SPC Gibbs Campus 6700 8th Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL 33710 P: (727) 341-7199 www.spcollege.edu/scl (reduced hours when classes not in session) Seminole Community Library at SPC Seminole Campus 9200 113th Street North Seminole, FL 33772-2800 P: (727) 394-6905 http://www.spcollege.edu/scl (reduced hours when classes not in session) Tarpon Springs Library 138 E. Lemon Street Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 P: (727) 943-4922 www.tarponspringslibrary.org 691 43rd Street South St. Petersburg, FL 33711 P: (727) 893-7714 James Weldon Johnson Community Library 1059 18th Avenue South St. Petersburg, FL 33705 P: (727) 893-7113 Page 15 PPLC Member Library Policies & Services PPLC BOARD OF DIRECTORS William B. Horne, II, Chairperson Karen L. Roth, Vice Chairperson Douglas Lewis, Secretary/Treasurer Bill Berger Mary Campbell Mary Scott Hardwick Marcus Harrison Sherry McBee Henry Schubert PPLC Executive Director Cheryl Morales VISION STATEMENT PPLC Connects Communities MISSION STATEMENT PPLC facilititates a common library experience across the country while preserving the unique attributes of individual libraries. Administrative Office www.pplc.us 1330 Cleveland Street Clearwater, FL 33755-5103 Phone: (727) 441-8408 SERVICES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Books, CDs, DVDs, games, kits, and more! Downloadable eBooks, movies, and audio books Online databases including languages and genealogy Deaf Literacy Services and Sign Language classes Library service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped ESOL, literacy classes, and individual tutoring Innovative programs for people of all ages and abilities Countywide online catalog with universal book return services “Friends” Groups and volunteer opportunities Interlibrary loans Book discussion and writer’s groups Reference assistance and reader’s advisory Story hours and early learning activities Internet access POLICIES • A resident of the unincorporated areas of Pinellas County or one of the member cities is entitled to a FREE library card. • Residents of non-member cities may receive a card valid for one year upon payment of $100. NOTE: Some cities reimburse all or part of this fee. • One Cooperative card is good at all Cooperative libraries. • Cards issued to residents are valid for three years. • Cards issued to non-residents are valid for one year. • Register for a card at any Cooperative member library.