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This Month at the Main Library

Adult Programs | Children's Programs | Teen Programs | Computer Training

View the regular weekly storytime schedule here.

Phone Number: 561-233-2600

Main Library

See the current months issue of "Happenings" for movie titles and descriptions.

MAIN LIBRARY ADULT PROGRAMS

Weekdays
Book-A-Librarian

If you need a computer trainer, assistance with government websites, or help researching a topic or writing a paper, call for an appointment and get personal attention in a half-hour session tailored just for you. Preregister.

Sat, Jan 28, 2:00 pm
A Glimpse of Chinese Culture Through Dance and Music

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with the Joy Dance Group of the Chinese Association of Science Culture and Education of South Florida. They will perform traditional Chinese Folk Dances and musical numbers. (60 min.) Preregister.

Weekdays
Book-a-Librarian

If you need a computer trainer, assistance with government websites, or help researching a topic or writing a paper, call for an appointment and get personal attention in a half-hour session tailored just for you. Preregister.

Jueves, 02 y 09 de Febrero, 6:30 pm, Parte I & II
Jueves, 16 de Febrero, 6:30 pm, Parte III
El Poder de Ser Padres Positivos
(Triple P Parenting Workshop in Spanish)

¿Quieres acabar con las rabietas y el lloriquear? Ven y aprende algunas nuevas estrategias que puedes usar HOY MISMO para animar el buen compartamiento en sus niños, en esta serie de tres talleres semanarios presentados por Children's Services Council. (90 min.) Se requiere registrarse.

Martes, 07 de Febrero, 6:30 pm
Club de Lectura en Español:
La Llorona por Marcela Serrano
(Book Club in Spanish)

La Bibliotecaria Marjorie Lear conduce una discusión sobre el libro La Montaña Invisible de Carolina de Robertis. Las copias están disponibles en el Mostrador de Circulación. (90 min.) Se requiere registrarse.

Wed, Feb 08, 2:30 pm
Novel Destinations: Book Discussion Series

Dr. Carole Policy will lead a discussion of “The Hundred Secret Senses,” by Amy Tan. Sign up and check out the book. (90 min.)

Thu, Feb 16, 2:00 pm
Retooling Your Career in Today's Economy

Learn about Palm Beach State College's programs in health sciences, business, computer technology, public safety, industrial trades, and more that teach skills needed to get ahead in today's tough economy. Preregister.

Fri, Feb 17, 2:00 pm
Movies at Main:

©Universal Studios. (101 min.) PG

Thu, Feb 23, 2:30 pm
Learn How to Job Campaign Using the Internet

Our Business Librarian will show you how to create a high-impact, customized Job Campaign on the Internet. Learn how to find websites and use databases that will be powerful to you in your job search. Preregister.

Thu, Feb 23, 3:00 pm
Writers LIVE! Presents: Carly Phillips

This New York Times best-selling author will talk about “Destiny,” book two of her “Serendipity” series. A book signing will follow. To preregister, visit www.pbclibrary.org/writerslive. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. (90 min.)

Mon, Feb 27, 6:00 pm
Find Your Florida Doctor

What are my doctors' credentials? Consumer Health Information Service (CHIS) librarians will share their expertise so you can make the right choice. (90 min.) Preregister.

Tue, Feb 28, 2:00 pm
Genealogy Research: The Next Generation

An introductory program about how to use genealogical databases and Internet sources for your family history project. Preregister.

Tue, Feb 28, 10:00 pm
Government Contracting 101

Learn how to cut through the red tape of regulations and increase your understanding of how the government conducts the business of procurement. Sponsored by the Palm Beach State College’s Small Business Development Center. Call 561-862-4726 to preregister.


MAIN LIBRARY CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

Wed, Jan 04, 11, 18 & 25, 4:00 pm
The Daring Club for Girls

Join us weekly to explore stories, crafts, movies, and other activities about some unconventional subjects featured in The Daring Book for Girls series. *Daring boys also welcome.* Ages 7-11. (45 min.) Preregister.
1/04: Basketball.
1/11: Writing.
1/18: Spain.
1/25: Princesses of the World.

Fri, Jan 06, 13, 20 & 27, 4:00 pm
Tween Time

Ages 9-12. Preregister.
1/06: Mad Hatter Speed Stacks.
Join us for a Mad Hatter Celebration with a Speed Stacks twist. (60 min.)
1/13: Wii Got Game.
A fun hour of Wii games. (60 min.)
1/20: Board Game Palooza.
Try old-school gaming and leave the video games behind. (60 min.)
1/27: Library Scavenger Hunt.
Meet in the Children’s Department for an interactive scavenger hunt through the library.

Wednesdays, 1:00 pm
Alphabet Adventures

Join us each week as we highlight a new letter from the alphabet and do a special story time featuring the letter with books, music, and a craft. Ages 1-5. (30 min.) Preregister.
02/01: D 02/22: G
02/08: E 02/29: H
02/15: F

Wed, Feb 01, 08, 15 & 22, 4:00 pm
The Daring Club for Girls

Join us weekly to explore stories, crafts, movies, and other activities about unconventional subjects featured in The Daring Book for Girls series. *Daring boys also welcome.* Ages 7-11. (45 min.)
02/01: Softball. 02/15: Recess.
02/08: Camping. 02/22: Weather.

Thu, Feb 02, 3:00 pm
Flashlight Day

Bring your flashlight and we’ll celebrate Groundhog’s Day by listening to stories about shadows. Ages 3-5. (45 min.) Preregister.

Fri, Feb 03, 10 & 17, 4:00 pm
Tween Time

Ages 9-12. Preregister.
02/03: Karaoke. Come showcase your vocal talents by dropping in for some karaoke fun. (45 min.)
02/10: Totally Irresponsible Science. Bring out your inner myth buster and do experiments that will make you blow your mind. (60 min.)
02/17: Scavenger Hunt. Meet in the Children’s Dept. for a library-wide scavenger hunt. (45 min.)

Sat, Feb 04, 2:00 pm
Black History Month Homework Help

The library has all the information resources you need to answer your Black History Month questions. We’ll show you how to find books, use our databases, and search the Internet for your reports. Ages 9-12. (60 min.) Preregister.

Tue, Feb 07, 3:30 pm
You Name It

Ever wondered what your name means? We will research your name and make a craft. Ages 8-11. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, Feb 09, 3:00 pm
Don’t Be a Bully

Let’s observe National Stop Bullying Day by learning how to spot a bully and how to avoid becoming a bully ourselves. Ages 5 & up. (45 min.) Preregister.

Sat, Feb 11, 2:00 pm
Art Explorations

Explore your personal creativity as books on art stimulate your imagination. Bring your curiosity, we’ll bring the books and materials. All ages. (45 min.) Preregister.

Tue, Feb 14, 3:30 pm
Happy Valentine's Day

We’ll read books, listen to music, and make crafts celebrating Valentine's Day. There might even be a chocolate surprise. Ages 3-6. (45 min.) Preregister.

Sat, Feb 18, 2:00 pm
Drawing: Sea Creatures

Use one of the books in the Draw 50 series and learn how to draw sharks, whales, and more. All ages. (45 min.) Preregister.

Sun, Feb 19, 2:00 pm
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.

Tue, Feb 21, 3:30 pm
Minute to Win It

Let’s play challenging activities that must be completed in a minute or less. Win prizes for winning the most games. Ages 8-11. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, Feb 23, 11:00 am
Rock Your Smile: It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month!

Meet dental hygienist Vicki Davis to learn about getting a good start for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Cosponsored by the Library's Consumer Health Information Service. Ages 6 & under. (45 min.) Preregister.

Sat, Feb 25, 2:00 pm
Child Movie Matinee:

©Columbia Pictures. (103 min.) PG

Wed, Feb 29, 3:30 pm
Happy Birthday, Leap Year!

We’ll say a Happy Birthday to this Leap Year by reading, singing, and making crafts all about birthday parties. Snack! All ages. (45 min.) Preregister.

 

MAIN LIBRARY TEEN PROGRAMS

Tue, Jan 24, 6:30 pm
Totally Teen Tuesday: Puzzle Fest

Let’s put the pieces back together as a group. Enjoy conversation, snacks, and your fellow teens over a jigsaw puzzle. Ages 12-17. (60 min.) Preregister.

Tue, Feb 07, 14 & 21, 6:30 pm
Totally Teen Tuesdays

Ages 11-17. Preregister.
02/07: T.A.B. — Attention teens! Join our monthly Teen Advisory Board, and help us plan programs you want to see at the library. Games and snacks provided. (60 min.)
02/14: Valentine’s Day iPod. Bring your iPod and we’ll listen to your playlist while making a Valentine’s Day iPod craft. (30 min.)
02/21: Digital Scavenger Hunt. Love taking pictures? Join other teens in a picture scavenger hunt. The group that gets the most points wins a prize. (45 min.)

MAIN LIBRARY COMPUTER PROGRAMS

Mon, Jan 23, 7:00 pm
Traitement de Texte (Hands-on)
(Word Processing, in Creole)

Apran koman pou w itilize Microsoft Word, pou ekri, ouvri, femen, dokiman, let, resume, epi koman pou fe chanjman nan yon dokiman epi konsevation etc. (60 min.) Anregistre alavans. Preregister.

Tue, Jan 24, 10:00 am
Procesamiento de Textos (Hands-on)
(Word Processing, in Spanish)

Aprende cómo utilizar el procesador de textos para redactar documentos. (2 hr.) Se requiere registrarse. Preregister.

Wed, Jan 25, 2:00 pm
Mousing (Hands-on)

Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, Feb 01, 10:00 am
Correo Electrónico Básico (Hands-on)

(Basic Email in Spanish) Aprenda lo básico para crear y usar una cuenta de correo electrónico. Prerrequisito: saber utilizar el ratón y el teclado. (90 min.) Preregister.

Sat, Feb 04, 9:30 am
Traitement de Texte (Hands-on)
(Word Processing in Creole)

Apran koman pou w itilize Microsoft Word, pou ekri, ouvri, femen, dokiman, let, resume, epi koman pou fe chanjman nan yon dokiman epi konsevation etc. (60 min.) Preregister.

Tue, Feb 07, 1:00 pm
Excel - Basics (Hands-on)

Learn how to create a basic spreadsheet and make simple charts and graphs. Some computer experience is necessary. (60 min.) Preregister. Preregister.

Wed, Feb 08, 2:00 pm
PowerPoint Basics (Hands-on)

Learn to compose slides and to add eye-catching effects to your presentations. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, Feb 09, 1:00 pm
Correo Electrónico Avanzado (Hands-on)

(Email – Advanced, in Spanish) Aprende cómo crear carpetas, adjuntar archives, y usar la libreta de contactos en su cuenta de correo electronic en el Internet. (2 hr.) Preregister.

Mon, Feb 13, 7:00 pm
Elektronik Mesaj (Hands-on)

(Email, in Creole) Aprann koman pou w itilize intenet la epi Yahoo pou w kapab voye e resevwa mesaj elektronik. (90 min.) Preregister.

Tue, Feb 14, 10:00 am
Internet Básico (Hands-on)

(Internet - Beginning, in Spanish) Aprende lo basico en esta clase de Internet para principiantes. (90 min.) Preregister.

Tue, Feb 14, 1:00 pm
Access - Basic (Hands-on)

Learn how to use Microsoft Access to create a database for compiling and sorting data. Some computer experience is necessary. (60 min.) Preregister.

eBooks – Basic (Lecture)
Wed, Feb 15, 2:00 pm

Learn about the library’s eBook service, how to borrow eBooks, and what’s needed to transfer an eBook to a portable device. (60 min.) Preregister.

Tue, Feb 21, 10:00 am
Word Processing - Basic (Hands-on)

Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word to create and edit documents. Some computer experience is necessary. (60 min.) Preregister. Preregister.

Wed, Feb 22, 12:00 pm
Internet - Basics (Hands-on)

Learn the basics for searching on the World Wide Web. Experience using a mouse required. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, Feb 22, 2:30 pm
Mousing (Hands-on)

Practice using a mouse in a self-paced setting. For beginners. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, Feb 23, 1:00 pm
Résumé Basics (Hands-on)

Learn tips for creating a better résumé. Participants should have word processing experience. (60 min.) Preregister.

Sat, Feb 25, 9:30 am
Internet Intermedio (Hands-on)

(Intermediate Internet in Spanish) Aprenda a buscar información en el Internet utilizando diferentes directorios. (90 min.) Preregister.

Wed, Feb 29, 2:30 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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