Winter Break Programs for Kids at Palm Beach County Library System Locations |
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Palm Beach County schools will be closed for winter break from
Dec 20 – Jan 4. The following is a listing of free special programs offered
at Palm Beach County Library System locations for children of all ages.
Preregistration is required for most programs; call the location nearest you for more information and to preregister: |
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BELLE GLADE BRANCH
530 South Main Street, Belle Glade 33430
Phone: 996-3453
Mon, Dec 20 & 27, 10:30 am
Family Story Times
Fun stories, puppets, and films about animal sounds,
for kids, moms, and dads. Ages 2-5. (30 min.)
Themes:
12/20: Transportation.
12/27: Dogs.
Mon, Dec 20 & 27, 6:30 pm
Family Story Times/Bilingual
Fun stories, puppets, and films, for kids, moms, and dads,
in Spanish. Ages 4-8. (45 min.) |
CLARENCE E. ANTHONY BRANCH
375 S.W. 2nd Avenue, South Bay 33493
Phone: 992-8393
Mon, Dec 20, 4:00 pm
Game Time
Celebrate National Game Day by playing some of your favorite board games.
Ages 8-12. (60 min.) |
GARDENS BRANCH
11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens 33410
Phone: 626-6133
Mon, Dec 27, Tue, Dec 28 & Wed, Dec 29, 3:30 pm
Ancient Art Series
Learn about art from ancient civilizations. Dress to get messy. Ages 5-12.
(45 min.) Limit of 30. Preregister.
Tue, Dec 28 & Wed, Dec 29, 10:00 am, Ages 2-5
Thu, Dec 30, 10:00 a.m., Ages 3-5
Drop-In Story Time
Stop by for some stories, music, and a craft. Ages 2-5. (40 min) Preregister. |
GLADES ROAD BRANCH
20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton 33434
Phone: 482-4554
Tue, Dec 21 & 28, 4:00 pm
Chess Club
Do you like to play chess? Join other chess enthusiasts for a game
or two and practice your skills. Ages 7–11. (45 min.)
Wed, Dec 22, 3:00 pm
Winter Craftapalooza
Make 4 different winter-themed crafts. Ages 3 & up. (45 min.) Preregister.
Thu, Dec 30, 11:00 am
Happy New Year!
Celebrate the New Year with stories, games, a craft, and a film.
Ages 4 & up. (45 min.) Preregister. |
JUPITER BRANCH
705 Military Trail, Jupiter 33458
Phone: 744-2301
Mon, Dec 27, 2:00 pm
Adventures in Babysitting
Do you babysit or would you like to, but aren't sure how to start? Our friend, Bob, from Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, can help you get started. He'll teach everything from how much money you could earn to some basic 1st aid, home safety tips, and when to call 911. Bring any questions you may have about starting out on this exciting adventure. A certificate of completion will be provided. Ages 9-16. (2 hr.) Preregister.
Tue, Dec 28, 2:00 pm
Star for a Day
Have you always wanted to be a rock star? We have the Karaoke and the Wii Rock Band. Bring your voice, bring your friends. Come on out and shine! Snacks provided. Ages 10-16. (90 min.) Preregister.
Thu, Dec 30, 4:00 pm
Totally Tween Thursdays
Come out for a fun filled hour of Wii game playing, Internet time, create your own art project, and popular board games. Bring your imagination, bring your friends. Ages 8-12 only. (60 min.)
Preregister. |
LANTANA ROAD BRANCH
4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth, Florida 33462
Phone: 304-4500
Tue, Dec 28, 3:00 pm
Snowmen Just Want to Have Fun!
It’s cold! It’s snowing! What can you make with snow? A snowman, of course! Hear stories about silly snowmen and make a cute craft. Ages 2-5. (60 min.) Preregister. |
ROYAL PALM BEACH BRANCH
500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach 33411
Phone: 790-6030
Mon, Dec 20, 2:00 pm
Cookie Story Time
We'll read stories about yummy baked goods and make a cookie craft. Ages 2-4. (35 min.) Preregister. |
TEQUESTA BRANCH
461 Old Dixie Highway North,
Tequesta, FL 33469
Phone: 746-5970
Tue, Dec 21, 3:00 pm
Movie Magic: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Wear your prince, princess, or other fairy tale attire, and join us for the 73rd Anniversary Celebration of Walt Disney's classic animated film. All ages. (90 min.) Preregister. G |
WEST BOCA BRANCH
18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton, FL 33498
Phone: 470-1600
Sat, Dec 18, 11:00 am
Crafts from the Collection
Using books from our collection as our inspiration, we will be making beautiful crafts which can be given as gifts during the holiday. Ages 8-12. (60 min.) Preregister.
Mon, Dec 20, 4:00 pm
Jewelry Making Workshop
Learn how to make beautiful pieces of jewelry using a variety of different beads. Grades 6 & up. (45 min.) Preregister.
Tue, Dec 21, 4:00 pm
Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!
Even though snow is unlikely in South Florida we can still celebrate the beginning of the winter season. Join us on this first day of winter for stories, games a craft and a short movie all about this wonderful season. Ages 5-8. (45 min) Preregister.
Mon, Dec 27, 4:00 pm
Book Discussion
Join us for a discussion of "Beastly" by Florida author Alex Flinn. A movie based on this modern retelling of the classic story "Beauty and the Beast," opens in theatres on March 18, 2011. Preregister.
Tue, Dec 28, 11:00 am
Fabulous Florida
Bring your out of town guests to this special program all about the fabulous state of Florida. We will be reading stories, playing games, making a craft and watching a short film all about Florida. Grades K-3. (45 min.) Preregister.
Thu, Dec 30, 1:30 pm
Tween Book Club
We will be discussing Andrew Clement's "The School Story." Pick up a copy of the book at the youth services desk. Ages 9-12. (45 min.) Preregister. |
WEST BOYNTON BRANCH
9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach 33437
Phone: 734-5556
Wed, Dec 29, 6:30 pm
New Year Practice Party and Dance-Off
Let the countdown begin! Who says we have to wait for the 31st to start the party? Bring your New Year resolutions and your dancing shoes. Yes, we'll have a real countdown and plenty of books on how you can host your own party. Grades 6 & up. (60 min.) Preregister. |
Posted: 12/06/2010 |
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