See the current months issue of "Happenings" for movie titles and descriptions.
WEST BOCA ADULT PROGRAMS
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays
10:00 am-1:00 pm
Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance
Free income tax preparation help is being offered by AARP volunteers. Bring your 2010 return. All taxpayers must be present. Returns are e-filed. First-come, first-served. (3 hr.)
Fri, Feb 10, 2:00 pm
Meet the Author: Sherrill Bodine
This romance author and socialite will talk about her new book “All I Want is You.” A book signing will follow. (60 min.)
Wed, Feb 15, 2:00 pm
Films from the Columbia University Film Festival
View a selection of cutting-edge and award-winning short films, created by emerging filmmakers from around the world, that portray contemporary life with unflinching honesty. Shown with permission by the filmmakers. (2 hr.) Not rated.
Thu, Feb 16, 6:30 pm
Writers’ Monthly Critique Group
Share, offer, and accept constructive comments to improve your writing in a supportive atmosphere led by Florida Writers Association member Caryn DeVincenti. Bring a short writing sample to read aloud. (2 hr.) Preregister.
Sat, Feb 18, 2:00 pm
A Glimpse of Chinese Culture through Dance & Music
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with the Joy Dance Group, from the Chinese Association of Science Culture and Education of South Florida, as they perform traditional Chinese folk dances and musical numbers. (60 min.) Preregister.
Tue, Feb 21, 2:00 pm
Novel Destinations: Book Discussion Series
Nora Natke will lead a discussion on “A Passage to India,” by E. M. Forster. Sign up and check out the book. (90 min.)
Wed, Feb 22, 2:00 pm
Meditation for Everyday Living
John Bednarik will explore the power of meditation to help us find joy and serenity in this fast-paced, stressful world. (90 min.)
Thu, Feb 23, 10:30 am
Gentlemen's Reading Group
Librarian Kimberly Bower leads this monthly discussion of books of interest to male readers. This month's book is “Game of Thrones,” by George R. R. Martin. Sign up and check out the book. (2 hr.)
Thu, Feb 23, 6:30 pm
Express Your Talent at Open Mic Night
Hosted by the musician Sensei, perform acoustic music, songs, or freeform poetry for an audience of all ages. Pick up the performance guidelines. (90 min.)
WEST BOCA CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
View the regular weekly storytime schedule here.
Sat, Feb 04, 2:00 pm
Family Movie:
All ages. ©Miramax. (90 min.) G
Tue, Feb 14, 4:00 pm
Happy Valentine's Day
Celebrate the season of love with stories, games, a short film, and a craft. Grades K-3. (45 min.) Preregister.
Sat, Feb 25, 10:30 am
Toddler Story Time
Come listen to a story or two, and dance and sing to fun songs and fingerplays. Ages 1-2. (30 min.) Preregister.
Wed, Feb 29, 11:00 am
Orisirisi: Drum Stories
“Drum Stories” is a joyous celebration including stories from the far corners of the African continent, incorporating the tradition of audience participation with fun-filled call and response songs, spirited African drumming, and more! All ages. Preregister.
WEST BOCA TEEN PROGRAMS
Mon, Jan 30, 6:30 pm
Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?
Grab a friend and come play the board game based on the popular TV show. A prize goes to the player who scores at the top of the class. Grades 6 & up. (45 min.) Preregister.
Mon, Feb 06, 6:30 pm
Button Making & Teen Advisory Board
Make your own professional-looking buttons using images or artwork you bring or something you create here. Then have a snack and attend the TAB meeting to help plan future teen activities. Grades 6 & up. (60 min.) Preregister.
Mon, Feb 13, 6:30 pm
Honeycomb Candle Making
Design and create a beautiful beeswax candle with this no-cook, candle making process. Grades 6 & up. (60 min.) Preregister.
Sat, Feb 18, 2:00 pm
Teen Movie: The Smurfs
Grades 6 & up. ©Columbia Pictures. (103 min.) Preregister. PG
Mon, Feb 27, 6:30 pm
Tween Gaming Night: Wii Love to Have Fun
Bring your favorite Wii controller, or use ours, and play Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and Just Dance. Ages 8-12. (60 min.) Preregister.
WEST BOCA COMPUTER TRAINING
Please call the branch to sign up for training classes.
Thu, Feb 02, 3:00 pm
Mousing (Hands-on)
Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister.
Wed, Feb 08, 2:00 pm
eBook Assistance (Hands-on)
Learn about the library's eBook service as we demonstrate how to borrow eBooks. Bring your compatible eReader and laptop or your compatible mobile device. (60 min.) Preregister.
Thu, Feb 09, 3:00 pm
Basic Windows (Hands-on)
Learn the basics of moving around in the Windows environment and get practice using a mouse. (60 min.) Preregister.
Thu, Feb 16, 3:00 pm
Search Tools (Hands-on)
Prerequisite: Beginning Internet
Learn how to use the Google search engine, web directories, and meta-search engines to find information on the Internet. (60 min.) Preregister.
Thu, Feb 23, 3:00 pm
E-Mail Basics (Hands-on)
Learn how to use Yahoo (a free, web-based, e-mail program), how to send and receive mail, and how to create folders and an address book. Some computer experience necessary. (60 min.) Preregister.
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