February Two Meet The Author Events This Month. Largo Turns a Page 2018

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1 It s All at Your Library! February 2018 Program Guide PPLC A Monthly Publication of the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative Two Meet The Author Events This Month Largo Turns a Page 2018 Author Visit and Book Signing Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 1:00 pm Reception and Book Signing in Gallery 120 ~ Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 2:30 pm Author Talk in Jenkins Community Wing The fourth annual Largo Turns a Page community read at Largo Public Library features a riveting debut novel by Imbolo Mbue. Behold the Dreamers is a 2017 Oprah s Book Club pick and winner of the PEN/Faulkner Award and lit up the literary community when it appeared. Mbue, a self-taught writer, has crafted a deeply empathetic novel about marriage, class, and race, and the crevasses in the American Dream. Behold the Dreamers tells the story of Jende Jonga, a Cameroonian immigrant living in Harlem who lands a job as a chauffeur for Clark Edwards, a senior executive at Lehman Brothers, in the fall of Jende hopes the new job will enable him, his adored wife, Neni, and his young son, to live a better life in America. When Neni is hired as household help by Clark s wife, their situation only improves. But in the course of their work, Jende and Neni begin to witness infidelities, skirmishes, and family secrets. Desperate to shield the fragile life they ve built in New York, the Jongas protect their employers, even when the wealthy couple s secrets begin to drive a wedge between Jende and Neni. Then, with the 2008 collapse of Lehman Brothers, all four lives are dramatically upended, and Jende and Neni are forced to make an impossible choice. The community read continues until the first weekend in March when we will welcome Behold the Dreamers author Imbolo Mbue to the library. Readers are invited to meet the author at a public reception and book signing in Gallery 120, where copies of Behold the Dreamers will be available for sale. The Author Talk will follow at 2:30 in the Jenkins Community Wing. Seats can be reserved for the Author Talk by picking up free tickets at Largo Library. Tickets are not needed for the book signing. PHOTO CREDIT: KIRILO SANO Dunedin Public Library ShowcasES Garth Stein Join us for hors d oeuvres, Author Talk & Book Signing on Friday, February 23, 2018 at 6:30 pm. Sponsored by the Dunedin Friends of the Library & Dunedin Public Library Foundation, Inc. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the Information Desk.

2 Adult Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System Video Tricks & Tips, Hands on Camera Class: Saturday, Feb. 3, 1:00-3:00 pm. Etsy, Craft Entrepreneurship: Sunday, Feb. 4, 11, 2:00-4:00 pm. Registration required Chess Club for Adults: Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm. Chess boards provided. The Perfect Planner, Organize & Decorate Your Personal Planner: (Ages 15+) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 4:00-5:00 pm. Sunset on the Roof: Tuesdays, 5:00-6:30 pm. Photography Workshops: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 6:00-8:00 pm. Registration Tampa Bay Ukulele Society Advanced Beginner Workshop: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 6:30-7:45 pm. Uso del Correo Electrónico: Saturday, Feb. 10, 12:15-2:15 pm. SHINE One-on-One Medicare Counseling: Monday, Feb. 12, 26, 10:30 am-2:00 pm. SCORE, Managing Your Business by the Numbers: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:00-8:00 pm. Uso de la Página de la Biblioteca: Saturday, Feb. 17, 12:15-2:15 pm. Beach Branch Route 60 From Old Tampa Bay to the Gulf of Mexico, Then and Now: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 5:30-6:30 pm. Clearwater Beach Shell Crafters Club: Thursday, Feb. 8, 22, 1:00-4:00 pm. To join, call (727) Clearwater Rocks! Rock Painting for All Ages: Wednesday, Feb. 14, 28, 4:30-6:30 pm. Supplies will be provided. Color My World, Adult Coloring: Wednesday, Feb. 14, 28, 4:30-6:30 pm. Countryside Branch Tim Dorsey Author Event: Sunday, Feb. 4, 3:00-4:00 pm. Color my World, Adult Coloring: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 21, 10:30-11:30 am. Every Life is a Story, A Memoir Writing Workshop: Wednesdays, 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Registration Sunday Afternoon Movie: Sunday, Feb. 18, 1:00-3:00 pm. Call (727) North Greenwood Branch Friday Afternoon Movie: Friday, Feb. 2, 1:00-4:00 pm. (Moonlight). Friday, Feb. 9, 16, 23, 10:00-11:00 am, Feb. 9 (Loving), Feb. 16 (The Color Purple), Feb. 23 (Fruitvale Station). Diabetes & Health Literacy Education: Wednesday, Feb. 14, 10:30-11:30 am. Senior Program United Way: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Dundo Dole African Ballet Workshop: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 6:00-9:00 pm. Ask-A-Lawyer, Representing Yourself in Court: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 6:00-7:00 pm. Register at the library or call Bay Area Volunteer Lawyers Program-NW at (727) Dunedin Public Library Chess Club: (Ages 10+) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 2:00 pm. Casual Scrabble Club: (Ages 13+) Monday, Feb. 5, 6:00 pm. Bring your own board. Memory Screenings-Alzheimer s Association: Monday, Feb. 26. Call (727) for an appt. Tuesdays at Two Film Program: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2:00 pm. Call (727) , ext or check out the Library website, com/library. SHINE Medicare Counseling: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 20, 27, 4:30-7:30 pm. To set up an appt., call (727) , ext Chess Club: (Ages 10+) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 20, 27, 5:00-7:00 pm. Children s Scribes Group: Wed., Feb. 7, 21, 10:00 am. SHINE Medicare Counseling: Wednesdays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Call for appt. (727) , ext Dunedin Writers Group: Fridays, 9:30 am. Open to all serious writers. German Language Café: Thursdays, 12:00 pm. For those who speak German and would like to converse with German speakers. Annual Dunedin Friends of the Library Book Sale: Thursday, Feb. 1, 6:00-8:00 pm. Members Only Reception. Annual Dunedin Friends of the Library Book Sale: Friday, Feb. 2, and Saturday, Feb. 3, 9:30 am-3:00 pm. Sunday Feb. 4, 1:00-4:00 pm. DIY Jewelry: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 6:00 pm. Call (727) , ext Ukulele Workshop, Advanced: Wednesday, Feb. 14, 6:30 pm. Call (727) , ext to sign up. SCORE Seminar, 360 Marketing for Small Business: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 6:00 pm. Registration is Call (727) , ext Team Trivia: Wed., Feb. 21, 6:00 pm. Register your team to get a free answer. Call (727) , ext Sewing: Activity Mats: Monday, Feb. 26, 2:00 pm. Registration is Call (727) , ext Early Visions of Florida, A Presentation by Dr. Thomas Hallock: Monday, Feb. 26, 6:00 pm. Page 2 PPLC February 2018

3 Adult Classes & Events Dunedin Community Garden Workshop: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 6:30 pm. Workshop led by Jochen Essig. East Lake Community Library Fiber Arts Group: Mondays, Feb. 12, 26, 1:00-3:00 pm. Gentle Yoga with Dawn: (Minimum age 16) Thursdays, 12:00-1:00 pm. New location: Yoga Shakti Center for Wellness, 2625 Keystone Road. $5.00 donation. SHINE Medicare Help: Tuesdays, Feb. 13, 27, 10:30 am-1:30 pm. Writers Critique Group: Mondays, Feb. 12, 26, 6:00-7:45 pm. Gulf Beaches Public Library Writer s Group: Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. International Films: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 27, 4:00 pm. Wednesday Movies: Wednesdays, 2:30 pm. Investment Club: Thursdays, 2:30-4:00 pm. Mah Jong: Thursdays, 12:00-2:00 pm. GB Scrabble: Fridays, 1:00-4:00 pm. Tampa Bay Scrabble Club: Sat., Feb. 3, 17, 11:00 am-4:00 pm. This club is an NASPA sanctioned club (#699), remember to bring your boards, clocks, tiles and tracking sheets as available. Gulfport Public Library Black History Month Movie Screening: Thursday, Feb. 22, 6:00 pm. What the H* Is Going On With Media? Thursday, Feb. 1, 7:00-8:00 pm. Kelly McBride, is the co-editor, along with Tom Rosenstiel, of The New Ethics of Journalism: Principles for the 21st Century. Grown-Up Movie: Saturday, Feb. 3, 1:00 pm. FMI call (727) Tampa Bay Ukulele Society Workshop: Monday, Feb. 5, 5:30-6:45 pm. Ukulele Group: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 20, 2:00-4:00 pm. LGBTQ Movie Night: Thursday, Feb. 8, 7:00 pm. FMI call (727) Dark Horse Writers Release Party: Saturday, Feb. 10, 1:30-3:30 pm. FMI, contact Tom@TomCuba.net. Welcome to Gulfport! Workshops: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 10:30 am-12:00 pm, and Thursday, Feb. 15, 6:00-7:30 pm. ReadOut Books for Lesbians Wine/Cheese Meet & Greet: Friday, Feb. 16, 7:00-8:00 pm. Vendor Room and Speakers: Saturday, Feb. 17, 10:00 am-3:30 pm. Workshop with Elizabeth Sims: Sunday, Feb. 18, 9:30-11:30 am. Registration and fee Panel Discussion: Sunday, Feb. 18, 11:15 am-12:30 pm. Register at: Free Family Movie Day: Saturday, Feb. 24, 1:30 pm. Call (727) Gentle Yoga for Adults: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 10:15-11:15 am. Largo Public Library Leave a Light On, Make a Booklight Bookmark: Thursday, Feb. 1, 4:00 pm. Supplies provided. Wake Up with the Library: Sat., Feb. 3, 9:00 am. Essential Oil Bingo: Monday, Feb. 5, 6:00 pm. African American Film Series: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 5:30 pm. Celebrate African American cinema history. Call (727) for a listing of films. SHINE, Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 21. Call (727) to schedule your appt. between 10:00 am-2:00 pm. 360º Marketing for Small Business: Monday, Feb. 12, 6:00 pm. Registration DIY Refresh, Make Your Own Sugar Body Scrub: Monday, Feb. 12, 6:00 pm. Poets Live: Monday, Feb. 12, 6:30 pm. Race & Change, Florida Stories: Thursday, Feb. 15, 6:30 pm. Reception with light refreshments will be held from 6:00-6:30 pm. Pick up your free pass at the library to reserve your seat. Ukulele Workshop: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 6:00 pm, Beginner Level. Hosted by the Tampa Bay Ukulele Society. Kuumba Dancers and Drummers: Thursday, Feb. 22, 6:30 pm. Pick up your free ticket to reserve your seat. Understanding the Refugee Crisis: Monday, Feb. 26, 6:00 pm. Bounce Lettering Basics: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 6:00 pm. Supplies will be provided. Tea Discovery: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 6:00 pm. Supplies will be provided. Oldsmar Public Library System Movies & Popcorn: Friday, Feb. 2, 1:00 pm. FMI visit org/event.htm or call (813) Wii Gaming: (Teens & Adults) Friday, Feb. 2, 5:00-8:00 pm. The Rough Writers: Monday, Feb. 5, 6:00-8:30 pm. Heather at heatherdeweypettet@gmail.com. Pinellas SCORE, Small Business Counseling: Tuesdays, Feb. 6, 20, 10:00 am-3:00 pm. Register at the Reference desk or by phone. Crafty Saturday: (All ages) Saturday, Feb. 10, 11:00 am-3:00 pm. Peter Fletcher, Classical Guitarist: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:30 pm. Musical performance, read more at www. peterfletcher.com. Tampa Bay Ukulele Society, Advanced Beginner s Workshop: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 6:30-7:45 pm. Voluntary pre-registration at www. meetup.com/tampabayukes/ continued on next page PPLC February 2018 Page 3

4 Adult Classes & Events Oldsmar Public Library continued Fiber Arts Club: (Teens & Adults) Saturday, Feb. 24, 1:00 pm. Palm Harbor Library Valentine Card-making: Thurs., Feb. 1, 1:00-2:30 pm. Friday Movie Matinee: Friday, Feb. 2, 2:00-4:00 pm. Phone (727) , ext for movie title. Registration Thinkers Salon: Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 3:00-4:00 pm. Call (727) , ext for the weekly topic. Tai Chi: Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26 and Wednesdays, Advanced 1:00-2:00 pm, Beginners 2:00-3:00 pm. Medicare Consults: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 20, 1:00-4:45 pm; Tuesday Feb. 6, 5:00-7:30 pm. Appointments are scheduled by Adult Service Desk or calling (727) , ext Ukulele Workshop, Advanced Beginners: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 6:30-7:45 pm. Registration required online at meetup.com/tampabayukes. Master Gardener Plant Clinic: Wednesdays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Let Us Cook: Wed., Feb. 7, 12:00 pm. Florida Fanfare Brass: Saturday, Feb. 10, 2:00-3:30 pm. Chronic Pain Self, Management: Monday, Feb. 12, 26, and Wednesday, Feb. 21, 10:00 am-12:30 pm. Registration Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Creative Cafe: (Grades 10+) Monday, Feb. 5, 6:00 pm. All materials provided. Call (727) to register. Trivia Night: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 7:00 pm. Afternoon Movies: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2:00 pm. Villaintines Day: (Grade 6-Adult) Friday, Feb. 9, 7:00-9:00 pm. Call (727) to register. PPK Writers Group: Saturday, Feb. 10, 24, 10:00 am. Newcomers always welcome. Laurel & Hardy Film Fest: Saturday, Feb. 17, 2:00 pm. A Tale of True Crime: (Ages 16+) Thursday, Feb. 22, 6:30 pm. Color Your Cares Away: (Ages 16+) Tuesday, Feb. 27, 6:00 pm. Re(Up) Cycle: (Ages 18+) Wednesday, Feb. 28, 6:00 pm. Create a craft, 5 gallon bucket conversion. Materials provided. Call (727) Safety Harbor Public Library Self-Hypnosis Workshop: Thursday, Feb. 1, 6:30 pm. Peter Fletcher s Music of Four Centuries Guitar Recital: Sunday, Feb. 4, 2:00 pm. Cut the Cord-Practical Advice to Get Rid of High Cost Cable TV: Thursday, Feb. 8, 6:30 pm. SCORE Small Business Counseling: Tuesdays, Feb. 13, and 27. Appointments available from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. the Library: Thursday, Feb. 15, 6:00 pm. $5 material cost due at time of registration. Heart & Soul Cinema: Sunday, Feb. 18, 1:30 pm. The Beguiled, (2017). Classic Radio Drama Hour: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2:00 pm. Listen to classic episodes of Flash Gordon, starring Gale Gordon. Creative Writers Group & Story Circle: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 6:00 pm. The REAL Secret Behind Law of Attraction: Thursday, Feb. 22, 6:30 pm. Terez Firewoman. Introduction to Ukulele, Advanced Beginner Workshop: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 6:30 pm. SHINE, Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders: Provides free, unbiased, and confidential health insurance counseling. Make an appt. at SafetyHarborLibrary.com or call (727) , ext Home Delivery Service: For Safety Harbor residents who are unable to get to the library due to illness, disability, or injury. Call (727) , ext St. Pete Beach Public Library Rock Painting: Wed., Feb. 7, 4:00 pm. Topics in American History Movie: Thursday, Feb. 8, 11:00 am. Marshall. Protect Florida Democracy: (Presented by the Florida Bar Association) Monday, Feb. 12, 1:00 pm. Mayor s Open Office: Monday, Feb. 12, 26, 6:00 pm. Ask questions and discuss concerns with St. Pete Beach Mayor Alan Johnson. SHINE Medicare Counseling: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 10:00 am-2:30pm. Register for 1 hr. Medicare counseling. AARP Smart Driver Course: Wed. and Thursday, Feb. 14, 15, 10:00 am- 1:00 pm. Topics In American History Movie: Saturday, Feb. 17, 10:30 am. Selma. Movie Matinee: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2:00 pm. Only the Brave. Movie Encore: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 5:30 pm. Only the Brave. Craft Beer 101 by Big Storm Brewing: Thursday, Feb. 22, 11:00 am. Topics in American History Lecture, Civil Rights Movement: Friday, Feb. 23, 4:00 pm. Presented by historian David Busch. Music Appreciation Series Vienna, City of Musicians: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 11:00 am. Page 4 PPLC February 2018

5 Adult Classes & Events St. Petersburg Library System Medicare One-on-One Counseling, presented by SHINE: Tuesdays, Feb. 6, 13. Call (727) for an appointment. Sunday Funday, Ukulele Jam: Sunday, Feb. 4, 2:00 pm. More info at meetup.com/tampabayukes. Job Seeking Techniques: Monday, Feb. 5, 3:00 pm. Presented by Goodwill Job Connection. Florida Writers Association: Thursday, Feb. 8, 5:30-7:30 pm. See for speaker schedule. Sunday Funday, Movie: Sunday, Feb. 11, 3:00 pm. The Dark Tower (2016). Sunday Funday, Movie: Sunday, Feb. 18, 3:00 pm. The Big Sick (2017). Overcoming Barriers: Monday, Feb. 19, 3:00 pm. Presented by Goodwill Job Connection. Sunday Funday, Movie: Sunday, Feb. 25, 3:00 pm. The Zookeeper s Wife (2017). James Weldon Johnson Community Library Needle Craft Club: Saturday, Feb. 3, 17, 12:00 pm. Mirror Lake Community Library Needle Craft Club: Saturday, Feb. 10, 1:00-3:00 pm. North Community Library Ukulele Advanced Beginner Program: Thursday, Feb. 8, 6:30 pm. Cooking for Two presented by Chef Warren Caterson: Friday, Feb. 9, 2:00 pm. South Community Library Book Sale in the Lobby: Saturday, Feb. 10, 12:00-2:00 pm. Organized by the Friends of the Library. Family Yarn Guild: (Ages 8+) Saturday, Feb. 10, 24, 12:00-2:00 pm. Medicare One-on-One Counseling, presented by SHINE: Call (727) for an appt. South Community Knitting Guild: (Ages 8+) Thursdays, 11:00 am. West Community Library Chair Yoga: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 am and 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Seminole Community Library Special Event, Poetry Live: Thursday, Feb. 1, 6:00 pm. FMI contact Crystal, csidell@myseminole.com. Cinema at Sundown: Thursday, Feb. 8, 6:00 pm. The Wedding Plan (2016) - in Hebrew with English subtitles. Thursday, Feb. 22, 6:00 pm. Battle of the Sexes (2017). Classic Movie Matinee: Fridays, 1:00 pm. Feb. 2: Groundhog Day (1993). Feb. 9: Gone with the Wind (1939). Feb. 16: Too Young to Kiss (1951). Feb. 23: Charade (1963). Doodle & Dazzle, Coloring for Adults: Monday, Feb. 12, 6:00 pm. Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2:00 pm. Old Time Radio Theatre: Thursday, Feb. 1, 2:00 pm. Pause for Poetry: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 7:00 pm. Scrabble Club: Tuesdays, 1:00-5:00 pm. Bring your Scrabble set! Seminole Chess Club: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. Basic instruction is not available at the meetings. Socrates Café: Monday, Feb. 12, 1:00 pm. Sunday Musicale: Sunday, Feb. 4, 3:00 pm. Suzanne and Jim. Sunday, Feb. 18, 3:00 pm. One Dan Band. A Thinker s Haven Discussion Group: Monday, Feb. 26, 1:00 pm. FMI see flyer in library and/or check website Thrilling Tales! A Story Program for Adults: Thursday, Feb. 8, 2:00 pm. Two Towers Chess Club: Monday, Feb. 12, 26, 3:30-5:30 pm. Wordsmiths Writing Group: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 6:00-9:00 pm. Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2:00-5:00 pm. SPC Toastmasters: Tuesdays, 6:15 pm. Tarpon Springs Public Library Tarpon Springs Fiction Writers: Wednesdays, 10:00 am-1:00 pm. FMI call David at (727) or Gino at (727) Writers Group: Fridays, 10:00 am- 1:00 pm. Call Rebecca at (727) History Discussion Group: Thurs., Feb. 1, 15, 2:30 pm. Call (727) for topic. Alexander Hamilton, The Man vs. The Musical: Wed., Feb. 7, 6: 30 pm. Cinema Saturday: Saturday, Feb. 10, 2:00 pm. Call (727) Needlecraft Group: Monday, Feb. 12, 6:30-8:30 pm. Classic Movie Tuesday: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 3:00 pm. DIY Crafts: Wednesday, Feb. 14, 6:30 pm. Limited space available. Registration required by Saturday, Feb. 10. Call (727) Classic Radio Show Tuesday: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2:00 pm. Introductory to the Ukulele, Advanced Beginners Workshop: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 6:30 pm. Call (727) to register. City of Tarpon Springs Open House/Touch-A-Truck: Saturday, Feb. 24, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Pricing for Profit, Presented by SCORE: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 7:00-9:00 pm. Call (727) to register. CrafterSpace: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 6:30-8:30 pm. PPLC February 2018 Page 5

6 Book Discussions Gulfport Public Library Coffee/Talk Book Club: Thursday, Feb. 15, 11:00 am-12:00 pm. We ll discuss Bob Dylan, the musician and St. Petersburg Library System All are welcome at these book clubs. Check for titles at Nobel Prize-winning author. Speculative Fiction Book Club: Clearwater Public Library System Largo Public Library Tuesday, Feb. 6, 6:30 pm. Last Word Book Discussion Group: Reflections Book Club: Saturday, Book Lovers Bistro: Tuesday, Feb. Wednesday, Feb. 7, 6:00 pm. Behold the Feb. 17, 2:00 pm. 6, 12:00-1:30 pm. Call (727) Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue. Real Deal Nonfiction Book Club: FMI and discussion titles. Booktalking with Iris: Wednesday, Thursday, Feb. 22, 6:30 pm. Circulo de Lectura: Wed., Feb. 28, Feb. 14, 12:00 pm. North Community Library 1:00-3:00 pm. Spanish-language book Chapter Evermore Cafe: Thursday Morning Group: Thursday, discussion group. Call (727) Wednesday, Feb. 14, 6:00 pm. Behold the Feb. 1, 11:00 am. Beach Branch Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue. Murder by the Book (Mystery Book Beach Book Club: Wednesday, Oldsmar Public Library System Club): Thursday, Feb. 8, 6:30 pm. Feb. 7, 4:00-5:00 pm. FMI on book Books and Brews, Book Discussion Carl G. Jung Society Reading titles, call (727) or visit Group: (Ages 21+) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 6:00 Group: Saturday, Feb. 10, 10:00 am. myclearwaterlibrary.com. pm. Commonwealth by Ann Patchett. South Community Library Countryside Branch Meet at Jack Willie s Bar Grill & Tiki. Mahogany Book Club: Saturday, Feb. The Book Countryside: Palm Harbor Library 17, 12:00 pm. Thursday, Feb. 15, 2:30-3:30 pm. Tell PHiL s Book Club: Monday, Feb. 12, Biography Book Club: Tuesday, Feb. the Wolves I m Home by Carol Rifka 11:00 am-12:00 pm. The Underground 27, 6:30 pm. Brunt. Railroad by Colson Whitehad. Seminole Community Library Socrates Countryside: Ales & Tales Evening Book Club: Backwards Travelers Historical Sunday, Feb. 25, 2:00-3:00 pm. FMI, Thursday, Feb. 8, 6:00-7:00 pm. A Fiction Book Discussion: Tuesday, tampabay.socrates.cafe@gmail. Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L Engle. Feb. 20, 2:00 pm. Lisette s List by Susan com or visit Phone (727) , ext for Vreeland. com/groups/ /. details. Location: Stilthouse Brewery. Book Buzz: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2:00 pm. North Greenwood Branch Pinellas Park Booktalkers: Wednesday, Feb. 7, Ebony Book Talk, Between the Barbara S. Ponce Public Library 2:00 pm. Over the Edge of the World by World & Me: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 6:00- Evening Book Discussion: Wed., Laurence Bergreen. 7:30 pm. Between the World and Me Feb. 14, 6:30 pm. A Wrinkle in Time by Great Books: Wed., Feb. 21, 2:00 pm. written by Ta-Nehisi Coates. Madeleine L Engle. An Interest in Life by Grace Paley. Dunedin Public Library Afternoon Book Discussion: Thurs., Winning Fiction by Women: Mon., Tuesdays Are Murder Book Discussion Group: Monday, Feb. 12, 7:00 pm. Madeleine L Engle. Rachel Kushner. Feb. 22, 2:00 pm. A Wrinkle in Time by Feb. 12, 2:30 pm. The Flamethrowers by Contemporary Book Discussion Safety Harbor Public Library 21st Century Prize Fiction: Thurs., Group: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 7:00 pm. Words & Wine Book Club: Monday, Feb. 22, 2:00 pm. Transit by Rachel Cusk. Topic: A Sudden Light, by Garth Stein. Feb. 19, 6:30 pm. Held at Whistle Stop Tarpon Springs Public Library East Lake Community Library Bar & Grill, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Expand Your Horizons: Wed., Feb. 14, ELCL Book Club: Wed., Feb. 7, Betty Smith. 3:30 pm. Turtle Moon by Alice Hoffman. 6:30-7:45 pm. Paying Guests by Sarah Books & Bagels Book Club: Tues., Mystery Book Club: Wednesday, Feb. Waters. Meeting at Allegro Senior Feb. 20, 10:30 am. On Turpentine Lane 21, 7:00 pm. Your choice of a Nancy Living (1755 East Lake Rd.) this month. by Elinor Lipman. Drew or Hardy Boys title. Gulf Beaches Public Library St. Pete Beach Public Library Books & Beyond: Thursday, Feb. Chatterbooks: Tuesday, Feb. 20, Book Discussion: Tues., Feb. 20, 10:30 22, 12:00 pm. Memory Man by David 10:30 am. The Dovekeepers by Alice am. My Sister s Keeper by Jodi Picoult. Baldacci. If interested in joining, call Hoffman. Film Discussion: Tuesday, Feb. 27, Sherri (727) Page 6 10:30 am. My Sister s Keeper. PPLC February 2018

7 Clearwater Public Library System Wii Game Too: (Ages 8-12) Thursday, Feb. 1, 15, 4:00-5:30 pm. Adventures in Coding: (Ages 8-12) Thursday, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 5:00-6:30 pm. Family Safety Fair: Saturday, Feb. 3, 12:00-3:00 pm. Presented in partnership with the Clearwater Police Dept. Let s Grow Baby Oh: (Ages 0-24 mos.) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 10:30-11:15 am. Little Ones Music and Stories: (Ages 2-3) Tuesdays, 10:30-11:00 am. Afterschool Chess: (Grades K-12) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, 3:30-5:00 pm. Bibliobots Practice: Tuesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm. Simply Science: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 5:30-7:00 pm. Tampa Bay Ukulele Society Advanced Beginner Workshop: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 6:30-7:45 pm. Bright Minds: Wednesdays, 10:30-11:45 am. Books & Beats Family Storytime: Wed., Feb. 7, 21, 5:30-6:00 pm. Pokémon League: (Ages 8-15) Sunday, Feb. 11, 2:00-4:00 pm. Kids Create: (Ages 7-12) Monday, Feb. 12, 5:30-6:30 pm. Instrumental Explorations with Mr. Brad: (Ages 7+) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 5:30-6:30 pm. Tuesday STEAM: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 5:30-7:00 pm. YogaKids with Miss Susan: (Ages 7+) Wed., Feb. 28, 5:30-6:30 pm. Beach Branch Clearwater Rocks! Rock Painting for All Ages: Wed., Feb. 14, 28, 4:30-6:30 pm. Supplies will be provided. Countryside Branch Little Learners: Thursday, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 10:30-11:15 am. Children s Classes & Events Toddlers 123: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 10:30-11:00 am. Wednesday STEAM Workshops: Wed., Feb. 7, 21, 28, 3:00-5:00 pm. Valentine s Day Craft: Wed., Feb. 14, 3:30-4:30 pm. North Greenwood Branch Fun Side of Math! Money Math: Thursday, Feb. 1, 4:45-5:30 pm. Professional Tutoring Grades 3-5: Mon., Feb. 5, 12, 26 and Thurs., Feb. 8, 15, 22, 3:35-4:45 pm. Tutorials and homework help for those receiving a C or lower in the subjects of Math, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. Black History Month Trivia for Kids: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 5:30-6:30 pm. Homework Help: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm. Visit pinellasydi.org. HIPPY Storytime: Wed., Feb. 7, 10:30-11:30 am. Video Gaming Madness: Wed., Feb. 7, 5:30-7:30 pm and Tuesday, Feb. 20, 4:00-5:30 pm. Doggone Reading Fun: Thursday, Feb. 8, 4:00-5:30 pm. Music with Mar w/miss Karen: (Ages 6 mos.-5) Tues. Feb. 13, 10:30-11:15 am. Valentine s Day Craft: Wed., Feb. 14, 5:30-6:30 pm. Build it! Kids Workshop: Thursday, Feb. 15, 4:45-5:30 pm. HIPPY La Hora de la Lectura: Wed., Feb. 21, 10:30-11:30 am. Dunedin Public Library Baby & Me Story Time: (Ages 0-18 mos.) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 10:00 am. Music Mash: (Ages 0-5) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 3:30 pm. Toddler Time: (Ages mos.) Wednesdays, 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Thursdays, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 10:30 am. Homework Help: (Elementary and Middle School age youth) Tuesdays and Thursdays, Feb. 6, 8, 15, 20, 22, 27, 3:00-5:00 pm. Computer Tutors: Call (727) , ext Yoga Kids: (Ages 2-5) Friday, Feb. 9, 11:00 am. Bring a mat. Candy Heart Bingo: (Families) Sat., Feb. 10, 11:00 am. Farmer Minor & Daisy the Pig: (Families) Saturday, Feb. 10, 2:00 pm. Crafternoon: (All ages) Wed., Feb. 14, 3:30 pm. Table Art: (All ages) Sunday, Feb. 18, 1:00 pm. Minecraft & More: (Ages 5-12) Wed., Feb. 21, 4:00 pm. Yoga Kids: (Ages 2-5) Friday, Feb. 23, 11:00 am. Bring a mat. Saturday Stories: (Families) Saturday, Feb. 24, 11:00 am. Preschool Movies: (Ages 0-5) Tuesday, Feb. 27, 10:30 am. Gulf Beaches Public Library Call library for info (727) Gulfport Public Library Storytime: Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 am. Preschool Storytime: (Ages 2-5) Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 pm. K-5 Grade Science Club: Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 3:00-4:00 pm. Mommy & Me Yoga: (Ages 6 wks.-12 mos.) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 10:15-11:00 am. Reading Paws with Maya: Thursday, Feb. 15, 3:30-4:30 pm. Lego Club: (Ages 7-12) Tuesday, Feb. 20, 3:00-4:30 pm. Community Playdate: Thursday, Feb. 22, 11:00-11:45 am. Free Family Movie Day: Saturday, Feb. 24, 1:30 pm. Call (727) Largo Public Library Pre-K STEAM Station: (Ages 3-5) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 1:00 pm. Sunset Stories: (Ages 12 and under) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 6:00 pm. CPR Instruction: Mon., Feb. 5, 7:00 pm. Marie and the Orange Fish, An African Folktale: Monday, Feb. 26, 6:00 pm. continued on next page PPLC February 2018 Page 7

8 Largo Public Library continued Children s Classes & Events Wobbly Walkers: (Ages mos.) Tuesdays, 10:30 am. Sunshine State Book Club: (Grades 3-5) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:00 pm. The Wild Robot by Peter Brown. Sign up early in the Children s Dept. to receive your book and activity packet. Computer Whiz Kids, Basic Word: (Ages 8-10) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 27, 6:00 pm. Toddler Tales: (Ages mos.) Wednesdays, 10:30 am. Tinker Lab: (Ages 6-12) Wednesdays, 6:00 pm and Thursday, Feb. 8, 15, 22, 4:00 pm. Hour of Code: (Ages 8-12) Friday, Feb. 2, 4:00 pm (Code Monkey); Wed., Feb. 7, 6:00 pm (Bitsbox); and Friday, Feb. 9, 4:00 pm (Bitsbox). No coding experience necessary. Junior Coders: (Ages 5-7) Wed., Feb. 14, 6:00 pm and Friday, Feb. 16, 4:00 pm. No coding experience necessary, but basic computer skills are recommended. Library LEGOs: (Ages 5-12) Saturday, Feb. 3, 10, 17, 2:00-4:00 pm. Pup Pals Reading Dogs: (Ages 5-12) Saturday, Feb. 24, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Chinese New Year: (Ages 12 and under) Friday, Feb. 16, 4:00-5:30 pm. Oldsmar Public Library System Preschool Storytime: (Ages 3-5) Thursdays, 3:00 pm. Toddler Time: (Ages 1-3) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26 and Tuesdays, 10:00 am. Crafty Saturday: (All ages) Saturday, Feb. 10, 11:00 am-3:00 pm. Craft supplies provided. LEGO Club: (Kids of all ages) Sat., Feb. 17, 1:00-3:00 pm. Palm Harbor Library Homework Help: (Grades K-5) Weekly, Monday-Thursday, 3:00-5:00 pm. No help on Monday, Feb. 19. Mother Goose Rhyme Time: (Ages 0-2) Wednesdays, 10:00-10:30 am. Toddler Story Time: (Ages 18 mos.- 3) Mondays, 10:00-10:30 am or 11:30-12:00 pm. Except none on Monday, Feb. 19. Starbucks Story Time: (All ages) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 10:30-11:00 am. Meet Miss Chris at Palm Harbor Starbucks, U.S. Hwy. 19 N., Suite A. Toddler Craft, Valentines: (Ages 1-4) Thursday, Feb. 1, 1:00-1:45 pm. Caregiver is required to stay with and assist child. Harry Potter Book Night: (All ages) Thursday, Feb. 1, 5:30-7:00 pm. We Love American Girls: (Ages 7-12) Saturday, Feb. 3, 11:00 am-1:00 pm. Kid s Valentine s Day Cardmaking: (Ages 7-12) Tues., Feb. 6, 5:00-6:30 pm. First Steps: (Ages 1-3) Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 am. In-person registration Toddler STEM Engineering: (Ages 1-4) Thursday, Feb. 8, 1:00-1:45 pm. Caregiver is required to stay with and assist child. Giving Tree Music Drum Circle: (Ages 3+) Friday, Feb. 9, 3:15-4:15 pm. Pokémon Club: (Ages 5-16) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 5:00-6:00 pm. Valentine s Day Drop-In: (Ages 3+) Wed., Feb. 14, 3:30-5:00 pm. Kids Fantastic Fiction Club: (Ages 7-12) Friday, Feb. 16, 3:30-4:30 pm. Pawsitive Pals: (All ages) Saturday, Feb. 17, 1:30-2:30 pm. Lego Master Builders: (Ages 4-12) Tuesday, Feb. 20, 3:15-4:00 pm. Bubble Time: (Ages 0-4) Thursday, Feb. 22, 1:00-1:30 pm. Fun with Beginner s Spanish for Kids: (Grades 1-5) Friday, Feb. 23, 3:15-4:00 pm. Miss Kiki s K & 1 Grade Book Club: (Ages 5-7) Monday, Feb. 26, 3:15-4:15 pm. Leap Into Art at Leepa-Rattner Museum: (Ages 3+) Wed., Feb. 28, 3:30-4:30 pm. Artful Dimensions. Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Read, Sing & Play Toddlertime: (Ages 0-35 mos.) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 13, 27, 10:30 am. Library Explorers Adventure Program (LEAP): (Grades K-2) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 27, 3:30 pm. Preschool Reading Adventures: (Ages 3-6) Wed., Feb. 7, 14, 28, 10:30 am. Family Fun Night: (All ages) Thurs., Feb. 1, 8, 15, 7:00 pm. Wiggle, Giggle, Sing & Dance: (All ages) Saturday, Feb. 10, 10:30 am. Space is limited. Call (727) Afternoons at the Library; Creative Crafters Mondays, Tabletop Gamers Tuesdays, Wonder Makers Wednesdays, Rad Readers Thursdays, and Master Builders Fridays: (Grades K+) Feb. 5, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 26, 27, 28, 3:30 pm. Mo Willems Birthday Celebration: Wed., Feb. 6, 3:30-5:00 pm and Sunday, Feb. 11, 2:00-3:30 pm. Registration is required for Sunday only. Call (727) Origami: (All ages) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:30 pm. Registration required and space is limited. Call (727) Safety Harbor Public Library Beginners Robotics for Homeschoolers: (Ages 10-17) Wednesdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 2-5) Wednesdays, 10:30 am. Intermediate Robotics for Homeschoolers: (Ages 10-17) Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm. Beginners Robotics: (Ages 10-17) Thursdays, 4:30-6:00 pm. Intermediate Robotics: (Ages 10-17) Thursdays, 6:15-7:45 pm. Baby & Me: (Ages 0-18 mos.) Fridays, 10:00 am. LEGO League: (Ages 3-12) Saturdays, 12:00-4:00 pm. Wed., Feb. 21, 3:30-5:00 pm. Page 8 PPLC February 2018

9 Humane Society Story Time: (Ages 4-10) Thursday, Feb. 1, 3:30 pm. Toddler Story Time: (Ages 18 mos.- 3) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 10:30 am. Homework Help: (Grades 1-8) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26 and Wednesdays, 3:00-6:00 pm. CoderDojo: (Ages 7-17) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 5:30 pm. Learn how to code; develop websites, apps, and games; and explore technology. Online registration required at Pokémon Club: (Ages 5-12) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 4:30-5:30 pm. Paw-some Readers Program: (Ages 0-8) Thursday, Feb. 8, 3:30 pm. Farmer Minor Story Time: (Ages 0-5) Monday, Feb. 12, 10:30 am. Preschool Arts and Crafts: (Ages 2-5) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 10:30 am. All supplies provided. Children s Movie: (Ages 0-12) Wed., Feb. 14, 3:30 pm. My Little Pony (PG, 2017). Who Was? Book Club: (Ages 7-11) Wed., Feb. 14, 5:30 pm. Join us for the inaugural meeting of our Who Was? Series Book Club. Preschool Story Yoga: (Ages 2-5) Tuesday, Feb. 20, 10:30 am. Bring a mat or towel and wear stretchy clothes. Tuesday Crafternoon: (Ages 4-10) Tuesday, Feb. 20, 3:30 pm. Join us as we create a bowl bird feeder. All supplies provided. Family Story Time: (Family) Saturday, Feb. 24, 10:30 am. Paws for Friendship: (Ages 0-8) Saturday, Feb. 24, 11:30 am and Sunday, Feb. 25, 2:00 pm. Wee Discoveries: (Ages 0-5) Tuesday, Feb. 27, 11:00 am. St. Pete Beach Public Library Tail Waggin Tutors: Thursday, Feb. 1, 4:00 pm. Story Time Sing & Learn: (Ages 0-5) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 11:00 am. Children s Chinese New Year Make & Take Craft: (Ages 7-12) Feb. 14, 4:30 pm. Children s Movie: Saturday, Feb. 24, 10:30 am. The Lego Ninjago Movie. St. Petersburg Library System Presented by the Stories Promote Amazing Reading Kids (S.P.A.R.K.) Team The Very Hungry Caterpillar Puppet Show: Monday, Feb. 12, 26, 10:30 am. Performed by The Junior League of St. Petersburg. Bounce into Books: (Ages 1-5 with caregiver) Tuesdays, 10:15 am and Thursdays, 3:15 pm. Builders and Bricks: (All ages) Tuesdays, 3:30 pm. Reading Fun: (Ages 5-8) Wednesdays, 3:30 pm. Babies: (Ages 0-18 mos. with a caregiver) Thursdays, 10:15 and 11:00 am. Family Storytime: (All ages) Thursdays, 6:30 pm. Toddlers: (Ages 1-3 with a caregiver) Fridays, 10:15 and 11:00 am. Library Olympics Book Bash: (All ages) Saturday, Feb. 17, 10:30 am. Childs Park Community Library Reading Fun: (Ages 5-8) Fridays, 4:00 pm. James Weldon Johnson Community Library Pre-Readers: (Ages 3-5 with a caregiver) Tuesdays, 10:15 am. Mirror Lake Community Library Pre-Readers: (Ages 3-5 with a caregiver) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 10:15 am. Toddlers: (Ages 1-3 with a caregiver) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 11:00 am. North Community Library Family Storytime: (All ages) Tuesdays, 6:30 pm. Toddlers: (Ages 1-3 with a caregiver) Wednesdays, 10:15 am. Bounce into Books: (Ages 1-5 with a caregiver) Wednesdays, 11:00 am. South Community Library Toddlers: (Ages 1-3 with a caregiver) Thursdays, 10:15 am. Bounce into Books: (Ages 1-5 with a caregiver) Thursdays, 11:00 am. West Community Library Toddlers: (Ages 1-3 with a caregiver) Wednesdays, 10:15 am. Pre-Readers: (Ages 3-5 with a caregiver) Wednesdays, 11:00 am. Seminole Community Library Toddler/Preschool Playtime: (Ages 18 mos.-5) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 10:00-11:30 am. Toddler Story Time: (Ages mos.) Tuesdays, 10:00 am. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Tuesdays, 11:00 am. Crafty Kids: (Grades K-5) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 20, 6:00-7:00 pm. Registration required for each session at craftykid. eventbrite.com. Baby Time: (Ages 0-18 mos.) Wednesdays, 10:00 am. Wiggle, Giggle and Sing! (Ages 0-5) Thursdays, 10:00 and 11:15 am. Family Movie Matinee: (All ages) Saturdays, 2:00 pm. Call the YS Dept. (727) Two Towers Chess Club: (All ages) Monday, Feb. 12, 26, 3:30-5:30 pm. Tarpon Springs Public Library Preschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Thursdays, 10:15 am. Toddler Time: (Ages 1-3) Fridays, 10:15 and 11:00 am. Registration required, call (727) , ext Craft Club: (Ages 6-12) Friday, Feb. 2, 4:30 pm. Registration required, call (727) , ext Drop-In Homework Help: Mondays, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 3:00-5:00 pm. Write Here, Write Now: (Ages 9-18) Tuesdays, Feb. 6, 19, 7:30-8:30 pm. Writing club for young aspiring writers. Wee Sing with Mrs. Music: (Ages 1+) Saturday, Feb. 10, 10:30 am. After School Craft: (All ages) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 3:00-6:00 pm. Stop in to make a Valentine s Day decoration. Makerspace STEAM Class: (Ages 6-12) Wed., Feb. 21, 3:00 pm. Topic: Heat Flow & Conductors/Insulators. Presented by Exploring with Dory. After School Craft: (All ages) Wed., Feb. 28, 3:00-6:00 pm. Make a catapult to take home for National Science Day. PPLC February 2018 Page 9

10 G e n e a l o g y C l a s s e s & Events Clearwater Public Library System Countryside Branch Growing a Family Tree, Introducing Genealogy: Thursday, February 22, 10:30-11:30 am. Presented by Karen Fortin, Pinellas Genealogy Society s president. Dunedin Public Library Genealogy Assistance: Thursdays, 1:00-3:00 pm. No appointment necessary. Largo Public Library Pinellas Genealogy Society 2018 Seminar: Saturday, February 24, 8:30 am-4:00 pm. Visit the PGS website: and select Special Events for registration and fee information. Death Records: Thursday, February 1, 10:30 am. Family Tree Maker User Group: Saturday, February 3, 10:00 am. RootsMagic: Part 4, Monday, February 5, 6:00 pm. Part 5, Monday, February 12, 6:00 pm. Family Tree Maker 2017 Basics: Part 5, Tuesday, February 6, 6:00 pm. Introduction to Genealogy: Thursday, February 8, 10:30 am. Franco-American Discussion Group: Friday, February 9, 10:15 am. Courthouse Records: Tuesday, February 13, 6:00 pm. Irish Genealogy Interest Group: Thursday, February 15, 1:00 pm. German Genealogy Interest Group: Friday, February 16, 10:30 am. Computers in Genealogy: Saturday, February 17, 10:00 am. British Genealogy: Tuesday, February 20, 1:00 pm. Backup and Computer Data Protection: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 10:00 am. Eastern European Research: Monday, February 26, 6:00 pm. DNA Testing for Genealogy: Tuesday, February 27, 11:30 am. DNA Interest Group: Tuesday, February 27, 1:00 pm. Tracing Living Persons: Wednesday, February 28, 6:00 pm. Palm Harbor Library Genealogy Assistance: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 1:00-4:00 pm. Phone for details. Suncoast Genealogy Society, Beginners Class: Friday, February 9-Friday, March 16, 1:30-4:00 pm. ($25.00 fee) Registration is Interest Group for DNA & Other Genealogy Questions: Saturday, February 24, 1:00-1:45 pm. Suncoast Genealogy Society General Meeting: Saturday, February 24, 2:00-4:00 pm. Tarpon Springs Public Library Genealogy Assistance: One-on-one research help is available by appointment. Call Denise at ext or dmanning@ctsfl.us. One-on-One Drop-In Genealogy Assistance: Call for Debbe s hours. Genealogy Research Group: Tuesday, February 5, 6:30-8:30 pm. Topic: DNA and Genealogy. For Local History and Genealogy research visit the following websites: Pinellas Memory Project: Resources from the State Library and Archives of Florida Florida Memory Project: Access to Ancestory.com available in all PPLC Member Libraries Page 10 P P L C F e b r u a r y

11 Literacy Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System Countryside Branch Infant/Toddler Sign Language: (Ages 0-3) Tuesday, February 13, 10:30 am. Dunedin Public Library Conversation Club: Wednesdays, 5:45 pm. Literacy Program: Call the Literacy Office at (727) , ext or visit the website at Gulfport Public Library French Conversation Club: Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30 pm. German Conversation Club: Tuesdays, 1:30-2:30 pm. Largo Public Library English Language Learning Tutor Orientation & Training: Saturday, February 17, 10:00 am-4:30 pm. com or call (727) , ext Adult English Classes: Monday, February 5, 12, 26, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 9:30 am-1:30 pm and Thursdays, 10:15 am-1:15 pm. Registration required, call (727) Citizenship and Naturalization Preparation Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm. Call (727) or umcmsuncoast.org. English Conversation Club: Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30 pm and Thursdays, 1:30-3:00 pm. One-On-One ELL Tutoring: Call (727) , ext Baby Sign Language: (Ages 0-1) Tuesdays, 9:30 am. Adult Sign Language: Wednesdays, Beginners 6:00-7:00 pm. Intermediate 7:00-8:00 pm. Oldsmar Public Library System English Language Conversation Class, Beginners: Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30 pm. English Language Conversation Class, Advanced: Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm. Spanish Language Learner s Group: Monday, February 5, 12, 26, 6:30-7:45 pm. Palm Harbor Library Adult Beginner s Sign Language: Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm. Adult Intermediate Sign Language: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 pm. Infant/Toddler Sign Language: (Ages 0-4) Monday, February 5, 12, 26, 10:45-11:15 am. Registration recommended. Register with the Deaf Literacy Center via phone or . Call (727) , ext. 4120; TDD: (727) ; rrodriguez@pplc.us. School Age Sign Language: (Ages 5-12) Monday, February 5, 12, 26, 4:15-5:45 pm. No registration Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library ESOL: Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00 pm. ASL Tutoring: (All ages) Thursdays, 4:00-5:30 pm. Adult American Sign Language, Beginner: Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 pm. Adult American Sign Language, Intermediate: Thursdays, 7:00-8:00 pm. Safety Harbor Public Library Adult Literacy & ESOL Tutoring: Visit or call (727) ESOL Conversation Club: Wednesdays, 4:30-6:00 pm. Toddler Sign Language: (Ages mos.) Thursdays, 10:00 am. Infant/Toddler Sign Language: (Ages 0-3) Thursdays, 10:30 am. Sign Language Tutoring: (All ages) Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 4:30-5:30 pm. Adult American Sign Language, Level 1: Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 6:00 pm. Adult American Sign Language, Level 2: Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 7:00 pm. St. Petersburg Library System Mirror Lake Community Library Literacy Classes and Events: Call the Literacy Council of St. Petersburg at (727) Roll Over & Read: Wednesday, February, 21, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call to register for a session. West Community Library Roll Over & Read: Tuesday, February, 20, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call to register. Seminole Community Library Infant/Toddler Sign Language: (Ages 0-3) Wednesday, February, 21, 10:00 am. Tarpon Springs Public Library ESOL Conversational Classes: Monday, February 5, 12, 26, 6:00-7:30 pm. No registration Call (727) for information. PPLC February 2018 Page 11

12 Tech Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System Makerspace Thursday: Thursdays, 1:00-5:00 pm. Tech Talks: Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 10:00-11:30 am. Feb. 5, Facebook Basics; Feb. 12, Facebook Intermediate; Feb. 26, Facebook for Business. Tuesday Makerspace: Tuesdays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Tech Training: Wednesdays, 10:30 am- 1:30 pm. Reserve a half hour with a library staff member. Beach Branch Tech Training: Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 10:00-11:30 am. Reserve a half hour with a library staff member. Countryside Branch Tech Training: Thursdays, 12:30-3:30 pm and Monday, Feb. 5, 26, 4:00-5:30 pm. Reservations are limited to 30 min. per person per day. Dunedin Public Library No Computer Classes Feb. 1, 6, 8, 2018 Getting Started with your ipad, Part 1: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 11:00 am. Getting Started with your ipad, Part 2: Thursday, Feb. 15, 11:00 am. Getting Started with you Android Device, Part 1: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 11:00 am. Getting Started with your Android Device, Part 2: Thursday, Feb. 22, 11:00 am. Checking out ebooks and eaudiobooks from the Library: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 11:00 am. Tech Time: 45 min. sessions are available by appt. on Tuesdays, 2:00-4:00 pm. Call (727) , ext One-on-One Computer Tutoring: One-hour sessions are available by appt. Call (727) , ext East Lake Community Library Computer Chat with Paul: Wednesdays, 12:30-3:30 pm. A refundable $10.00 cash deposit will be required at time of in person registration. Free Tech Support: Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 4:00-6:00 pm. Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm. Gulf Beaches Public Library Computer/Mobile Device Help: Monday, Feb. 12, 26, 1:00 pm. Largo Public Library Excel for Beginners: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 3:00 pm. Getting Started with Twitter: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 6:00 pm. You must already have an active address (and know your password) to take this class. Wednesday, Feb. 21, 3:00 pm. Internet: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 3:00 pm. ipads for Beginners: Thursday, Feb. 8, 3:00 pm. iphones for Beginners: Thursday, Feb. 15, 3:00 pm. ipads for Beginners 2: Thursday, Feb. 22, 3:00 pm. Prerequisite: Please have your Apple ID and password. Expand Your Reading Horizons, Authors and Read-Alikes with Novelist: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 3:00 pm. Introduction to 3D Printing: Thursday, Feb. 22, 4:00 pm. Oldsmar Public Library System Drop-in Computer Help: Wed., Feb. 7, 21, 3:00-5:00 pm. Computer Class with Mark Opyd: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2:00 pm. Topic: Safe Computing. Learn techniques to keep your computer safe. Palm Harbor Library Computer Classes: Registration is Call , ext Doc s Place: Monday, Feb. 5, 12, 26, 1:00-2:30 pm. Call (727) , ext for the weekly topic. Registration is YouTubing 105: Branding: Wed., Feb. 21, 3:30-5:00 pm. Registration Intro to Excel: Thursday, Feb. 22, 2:00-3:30 pm. One-on-One Computer Instruction: One-on-one help (30 min. sessions) available. Call (727) , ext Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Introductory Computer Training Classes: Classes offered throughout the month of Feb.. Call (727) to inquire about schedule. One-on-One Technology Clinic: Tuesdays, 3:00 pm and Thursdays, 6:00 pm. First-come-first served basis. Safety Harbor Public Library One-on-One Computer Tutoring with Dan: Select Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm, by appointment. Mobile Device Help with Elizabeth: Select Fridays, 3:30-6:00 pm, by appt. One-on-One Computer Tutoring with Rahul: Saturdays, 9:30 am-12:30 pm, by appointment. St. Pete Beach Public Library Tech Tuesdays, E-book (and other library resources) Help: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 3:00-4:00 pm. Tech Tuesday, ipad and Tablet Help: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 3:00-4:00 pm. Tech Tuesday, Laptop Help: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 3:00-4:00 pm. Tech Tuesday, Smart Phone Help: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 3:00-4:00 pm. Page 12 P P L C F e b r u a r y

13 St. Petersburg Library System Registration is required for all computer classes at each location. Walk-in Computer Help: Tuesdays, 4:00-6:00 pm. Getting to Know Your Apple Device: Thursday, Feb. 1, 4:00 pm. Basic Microsoft Word: Thursday, Feb. 8, 4:00 pm. Google Chrome for Beginners: Thursday, Feb. 15, 4:00 pm. Childs Park Community Library Computer Basics: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:00 p.m. Getting Started with Gmail: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 6:00 pm. James Weldon Johnson Community Library Basic Microsoft Word: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 11:30 am. Mirror Lake Community Library Walk-in Computer Help: Monday, Feb. 12, 26, 2:15-4:00 pm. Gmail Basics: Monday, Feb. 5, 2:15-4:00 pm. Downloading Books, Music and More: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 11:30 am. Bring Your Own Device. South Community Library One-on-One Computer Assistance: Call or stop in to schedule an appt. West Community Library Supervised Lab Time: Fridays, 1:30-3:30 pm. Seminole Community Library Gizmos & Gadgets: Need help with your devices? Call (727) Tarpon Springs Public Library Tech Tutoring: Free one hour session with a student volunteer. Registration One-on-One ebook Training: Call or stop by to schedule an appointment. Teen Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System Afterschool Chess: (Grades K-12) Tuesdays, 3:30-5:00 pm. The Perfect Planner: Organize and Decorate Your Personal Planner: (Ages 15+) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 4:00-5:00 pm. Bibliobots Practice: Tuesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm. Tampa Bay Ukulele Society Advanced Beginner Workshop: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 6:30-7:45 pm. Game On: (Ages 13-18) Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm. Pokémon League: (Ages 8-15) Sunday, Feb. 11, 2:00-4:00 pm. Crafts and interactive activities provided. Un-Valentine s Day: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 5:00-7:00 pm. We ll have un- Valentine crafts, activities, and a break up playlist to set the mood. Countryside Branch Hack the SAT/ACT: Sunday, Feb. 11, 2:00-3:00 pm. Countryside High School alumnus and author Eliot Schrefer will offer tips on how to improve your score in both the SAT and ACT. Visit his website at eliotschrefer.com. North Greenwood Branch Homework Help: Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm. Visit pinellasydi.org. Video Gaming Madness: Wed., Feb. 7, 5:30-7:30 pm. Build it! Kids Workshop: Thursday, Feb. 15, 4:45-5:30 pm. Teen Movie Night: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 5:30-7:30 pm. Enjoy a movie (rated PG-13) on the library s big screen! Dunedin Public Library Registration begins two weeks prior to a program. Teen Face Painting: (Ages 12-18) Monday, Feb. 12, 6:00 pm. Teen No Brainer Day: (Ages 12-18) Saturday, Feb. 24, 2:00 pm. Gulf Beaches Public Library Call library for info (727) Gulfport Public Library Teen Hangout: Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00 pm. Largo Public Library Love Your Library: (Ages 13-18) Feb Feb. is Love Your Library Month! Stop by the Teen Room to participate in Love Your Library activities. Wii Warriors: (Ages 13-18) Thursday, Feb. 1, 2:30-5:30 pm. Loungin at the Library: (Ages 13-18) Thursday, Feb. 8, 2:30-5:30 pm. Jenga competition. Pre-Valentine Celebration: (Ages 13-18) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2:30-5:30 pm. Show Your Creative Side: (Ages 13-18) Thursday, Feb. 15, 2:30-5:30 pm. This month, jewelry making. Cooking the Teen Way: (Ages 13-18) Monday, Feb. 26, 5:00-7:00 pm. Oldsmar Public Library System Wii Gaming: (Teens & Adults) Friday, Feb. 2, 5:00-8:00 pm. Teen Coffee House: (Grades 6-12) Tuesday, Feb. 20, 6:00 pm. Fiber Arts Club: (Teens & Adults) Saturday, Feb. 24, 1:00 pm. Palm Harbor Library Harry Potter Book Night: (All ages) Thursday, Feb. 1, 5:30-7:00 pm. Youth Advisory Board: (Ages 13-18) Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 pm. Membership is open to all teens. continued on next page PPLC February 2018 Page 13

14 Teen Classes & Events Palm Harbor Library continued YouTubing 105, Branding: (Ages 13+) Wednesday, Feb. 21, 3:30-5:00 pm. Excel for Teens: (Ages 13-18) Tues., Feb. 27, 5:15-6:30 pm. Registration Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Random Fandom Teen Anime Club: (Grades 6-12) Saturday, Feb. 3, 2:30 pm. Verbal permission is required for 12 & 13 year olds. Call (727) Creative Cafe: (Grades 10+) Monday, Feb. 5, 6:00 pm. All materials provided. Call (727) to register. Villaintines Day: (Grade 6-Adult) Friday, Feb. 9, 7:00-9:00 pm. Call (727) to register. Teen Art in the Park: (Grades 6-9) Monday, Feb. 12, 6:00 pm. All materials provided. Call (727) Origami: (All ages) Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:30 pm. Learn new designs every month. Registration is required and space is limited. Call (727) Teen Writers Club: (Grades 6-12) Wednesday, Feb. 14, 6:00 pm. Call (727) to register. Safety Harbor Public Library Teen Gaming: (Grades 6-12) Thurs., Feb. 1, 15, 4:30-7:30 pm. Teen Trivia: (Grades 6-12) Wednesday, Feb. 7, 6:00 pm. Anime Club: (Grades 6-12) Thursday, Feb. 8, 5:30 pm. Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club: (Grades 6-12) Tuesdays, Feb. 13, 20, 5:00-8:00 pm. 3rd Friday After-Hours Anime Party: (Grades 6-12) Friday, Feb. 16, 6:00-8:00 pm. After we close, join us for an evening of anime, games, and snacks. Tween Cookbook Club: (Ages 9-12) Wed., Feb. 21, 5:30 pm. All supplies provided. Teen Movie: (Grades 6-12) Thursday, Feb. 22, 5:00 pm. Despicable Me 3 (2017). Tween Craft: (Ages 9-12) Tuesday, Feb. 27, 5:30 pm. Paint a washer necklace. All supplies provided. Registration TLAB, Teen Library Advisory Board: (Grades 6-12) Wednesday, Feb. 28, 5:00 pm. Participate in planning and implementing programs for teens. St. Pete Beach Public Library Rock Painting: (Ages 12 +) Wed., Feb. 7, 4:00 pm. St. Petersburg Library System Pokemon League: (All ages) Tuesdays, 4:00-6:00 pm. Anime & Manga Club: (Ages 11-18) Tuesday, Feb. 20, 6:15 pm. Tabletop Games Night: (Ages 11-18) Thursdays, 5:00-7:30 pm. Seminole Community Library Colorful Minds: (Grades 6-12) Thursday, Feb. 1, 5:45-7:00 pm. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited, and registration required for each session at colorfulminds. eventbrite.com. Video Game Club: (Grades 6-12) Friday, Feb. 2, 4:45-5:45 pm. Register at teengameclub.eventbrite.com. Brush Lettering: (Grades 6-12) Saturday, Feb. 10, 12:00-1:00 pm. Space is limited, and registration required at eventbrite.com. Manga and Anime Club: (Grades 6-12) Friday, Feb. 23, 4:45-5:45 pm. Live the Books: (Grades 6-12) Tuesday, Feb. 27, 6:00-7:00 pm. Two Towers Chess Club: (All ages) Monday, Feb. 12, 26, 3:30-5:30 pm. Seminole Chess Club: (All ages) Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. Basic instruction is not available at the meetings. Pause for Poetry: (All ages) Wed., Feb. 21, 7:00 pm. Tarpon Springs Public Library Write Here, Write Now: (Ages 9-18) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 20, 7:30-8:30 pm. Writing club for young aspiring writers. Tax Assistance Clearwater Public Library System - Countryside Branch AARP Tax Help: Monday, February 5, 12, 26, 10:00 am- 1:30 pm and Tuesdays, 1:00-4:30 pm. Free tax assistance offered by AARP. Gulf Beaches Public Library AARP Tax Help: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 am-1:30 pm. Gulfport Public Library AARP Income Tax Assistance: Monday, February 5, 12, 26, 9:30 am-2:00 pm and Fridays, 10:00 am-3:00 pm. Call (727) Safety Harbor Public Library AARP Tax Aide: Fridays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm and Monday, February 5, 12, 26, 12:30-3:30 pm. St. Pete Beach Public Library AARP Tax Aide: Fridays, 10:00 am-2:30 pm. Tarpon Springs Public Library AARP Free Tax Assistance: Monday, February 5, 12, 26, and Tuesdays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. No phone calls or reservations. Page 14 P P L C F e b r u a r y

15 Cooperative Libraries Administrative Office Pinellas Public Library Cooperative 1330 Cleveland Street Clearwater, FL P: (727) F: (727) Deaf Literacy Center 101 Second Street North Safety Harbor, FL P: (727) , ext VPhone: (727) Talking Book Library 1330 Cleveland Street Clearwater, FL P: (727) Clearwater System & Offices 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL P: (727) Beach Branch 69 Bay Esplanade Clearwater, FL P: (727) Countryside Branch 2642 Sabal Springs Drive Clearwater, FL P: (727) East Branch 2251 Drew Street Clearwater, FL P: (727) North Greenwood Branch 905 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave., Clearwater, FL P: (727) Dunedin Library 223 Douglas Avenue Dunedin, FL P: (727) Friends Branch 1920 Pinehurst Road Dunedin, FL P: (727) East Lake Community Library 4125 East Lake Road Palm Harbor, FL P: (727) Gulf Beaches Library 200 Municipal Drive Madeira Beach, FL P: (727) beacheslib.org Gulfport Library th Avenue South Gulfport, FL P: (727) F: (727) Reference: (727) Largo Library 120 Central Park Drive Largo, FL P: (727) Reference: (727) TDD: (727) Oldsmar Library 400 St. Petersburg Drive East Oldsmar, FL P: (813) Palm Harbor Library 2330 Nebraska Avenue Palm Harbor, FL P: (727) Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Library nd Street Pinellas Park, FL P: (727) Reference: (727) Safety Harbor Library 101 2nd Street North Safety Harbor, FL P: (727) St. Pete Beach Library rd Avenue St. Pete Beach, FL P: (727) St. Petersburg Library System 3745 Ninth Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL P: (727) Reference: (727) Childs Park Community Library at YMCA Community Center rd Street South St. Petersburg, FL P: (727) James Weldon Johnson Community Library th Avenue South St. Petersburg, FL P: (727) Mirror Lake Community Library 280 5th Street North St. Petersburg, FL P: (727) North Community Library th Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL P: (727) South Community Library 2300 Roy Hanna Drive S. St. Petersburg, FL P: (727) West Community Library at SPC Gibbs Campus th Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL P: (727) (reduced hours when classes not in session) Seminole Community Library at SPC Seminole Campus th Street North Seminole, FL P: (727) (reduced hours when classes not in session) Tarpon Springs Library 138 E. Lemon Street Tarpon Springs, FL P: (727) PPLC February 2018 Page 15

16 PPLC Member Library Policies & Services PPLC BOARD OF DIRECTORS Karen L. Roth, Chairperson Douglas Lewis, Vice Chairperson Henry Schubert, Secretary/Treasurer Bill Berger Jeffrey P. Gellermann William B. Horne, II Brian Lowack Jim Parent PPLC Executive Director Cheryl Morales VISION STATEMENT PPLC Connects Communities. MISSION STATEMENT PPLC facilititates a common library experience across the county while preserving the unique attributes of individual libraries. SERVICES Books, CDs, DVDs, games, kits, and more! Downloadable audio books, ebooks, magazines, and movies 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 Residents 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: Cities reimburse all or part of this fee. One 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 at any Cooperative member library. Administrative Office 1330 Cleveland Street Clearwater, FL Phone: (727)