April Your stories and support are a valuable part of the success of your Pinellas public library.

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1 It s All at Your Library! April 2018 Program Guide PPLC A Monthly Publication of the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative Celebrate National Library Week APRIL 8-14 Has your Pinellas Public Library ever led you to discover something new? Pinellas public libraries are thriving with opportunities for discovery: u Discover new authors and stories on the physical and digital shelves of your Pinellas public library. u Experiment with new technologies available through maker spaces and innovation labs housed in public libraries across Pinellas county. u Attend informative and fun programs with engaging speakers on a variety of topics for all ages. See this program guide for a listing of events. u Make use of the tools, musical instruments, museum passes, seeds, and other novelty items available for checkout at your public library. u For more information and ideas, read through this program guide for events specific to YOUR library, or visit in person or online for more information about all the opportunities for discovery that your public library offers. Pinellas public library staff are also a great resource for recommendations! Participate in National Library Week National Library Week is the perfect opportunity for you to tell your story. How has your Pinellas public library led you to something of value in your life? Look for opportunities to tell your story at your local Pinellas public library during National Library Week. Your stories and support are a valuable part of the success of your Pinellas public library. What is National Library Week? Each week during the month of April school, college, and public libraries across the United States join together to celebrate National Library Week, a week dedicated to celebrating the value libraries, librarians, and library workers bring to their communities marks the 60th anniversary of National Library Week, which first began in In the mid-1950s, research showed that Americans were spending less on books and more on radios, televisions and musical instruments. Concerned that Americans were reading less, the ALA and the American Book Publishers formed a nonprofit citizens organization called the National Book Committee in The committee s goals were ambitious. They ranged from encouraging people to read in their increasing leisure time to improving incomes and health and developing strong and happy family life. In 1957, the committee developed a plan for National Library Week based on the idea that once people were motivated to read, they would support and use libraries. With the cooperation of ALA and with help from the Advertising Council, the first National Library Week was observed in 1958 with the theme Wake Up and Read! A Hearty Thank You to Library Volunteers This year National Volunteer Week is celebrated April 15th-21st. There are hundreds of library volunteers who graciously give their time and talents in service of Pinellas county libraries. Volunteers work tirelessly in Pinellas public libraries aiding in library book sales, fundraising, planning and funding library programming, and are enthusiastic members of local Boards, Foundations and Friends groups. Volunteers at the PPLC Talking Book Library aid in inspecting and shelving books, outreach activities, and providing service to those who cannot read standard print books. Volunteers also contribute to the PPLC Deaf Literacy Center by assisting in numerous special programs and sign language interpretation. PPLC recognizes and thanks all Pinellas county library volunteers for their generous contributions.

2 Adult Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System SCORE Small Business Workshop: Tuesday, April 3, 6:00-8:00 pm. Register at content/take-workshop-262. SHINE One-on-One Medicare Counseling: Monday, April 9, 23, 10:30 am-2:30 pm. Registration Tampa Bay Ukulele Society Beginner Workshop: Tuesday, April 10, 6:30-8:00 pm. To register, go to Meet A Local Author: Wednesday, April 11, 1:00-3:00 pm. Meet Russell Mills and learn more about his books. Canvases and Classics, Painting for Adults: Wednesday, April 18, 6:00-8:00 pm. Registration Coffee and Crafts, Adult Crafting: Tuesday, April 24, 12:30-1:30 pm and 5:30-6:30 pm. Materials provided. Registration required (register for one Coffee and Crafts class per day). Círculo de Lectura: Wednesday, April 25, 1:00-3:00 pm. Spanishlanguage book discussion group. FMI and book titles, call (727) Clearwater Rocks! Rock Painting for All Ages: Monday, April 30, 4:30-5:30 pm. Rocks and paint provided, or bring your own rocks. Beach Branch Mahjong Club: Thursday, April 5, 19, 3:00-4:30 pm. The Art and Craft of Writing: Wednesday, April 11, 25, 3:00-4:30 pm. Registration Clearwater Rocks! Rock Painting for All Ages: Wednesday, April 11, 25, 4:30-6:30 pm. All ages are invited to stop by and paint rocks for #ClearwaterRocks. Supplies will be provided. Color My World, Adult Coloring: Wednesday, April 11, 25, 4:30-6:30 pm. Materials provided. The History of the Capitol Theater: Wednesday, April 11, 5:30-6:30 pm. Please join Mr. Steve Fowler, to discuss the history of the cultural landmark in Downtown Clearwater. Clearwater Beach Shell Crafters Club: Thursday, April 12, 26, 1:00-4:00 pm. To join, call (727) Countryside Branch Color My World, Adult Coloring: Wednesday, April 4, 18, 10:30-11:30 am. Materials provided. Hooks & Needles Knitting Group: Fridays, 2:00-3:00 pm. Sunday Afternoon Movie: Sunday, April 8, 1:00-3:00 pm. For information call (727) An Afternoon of Poetry: Monday, April 23, 1:00-3:00 pm. Healthy Living for Brain and Body, Tips from the Latest Research: Thursday, April 26, 2:00-3:00 pm. East Branch Library closed. North Greenwood Branch Diabetes & Health Literacy Education: Wednesday, April 11, 10:30-11:30 am. Ask-A-Lawyer, Tenant s (Renter s) Rights and Responsibilities: Wednesday, April 18, 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+) Mondays, 2:00 pm. Everyone is welcome. Casual Scrabble Club: Mondays, April 2, 16, 6:00 pm. Coloring for Adults: Monday, April 16, 6:00 pm. Supplies are provided or you may bring your own. Tuesdays at Two Film Program: Tuesdays, 2:00 pm. FMI call (727) , ext or check out the Library website, S.H.I.N.E Medicare Counseling: Tuesday evening, April 10, 4:30-7:30 pm. To set up an appointment, call (727) , ext Chess Club: (Ages 10+) Tuesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome. Children s Scribes Group: Wednesdays, April 4, 18, 10:00 am. SHINE Medicare Counseling: Wednesdays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. For an appointment, call (727) , ext Dunedin Writers Group: Fridays, 9:30 am. Open to all serious writers. Socrates Café: Saturday, April 7, 10:00 am. Sewing 101: Wednesday, April 2, 2:00 pm. Registration Required; Call (727) , ext German Language Café: Thursdays, 12:00 pm. Dunedin Community Garden Workshop: Saturday, April 7, 10:00 am. Laughter for your Health: Monday, April 9, 6:00 pm. Ukulele Workshop: Beginners: Wednesday, April 11, 6:30 pm. Call the Adult Information Desk (727) ext Team Trivia: Wednesday, April 18, 6:00 pm. Register your team for a free answer. Call (727) , ext Diabetes Self-Management: Saturday, April 21, 10:00 am. SHINE Medicare Basics: Saturday, April 21, 10:00 am. East Lake Community Library Most ELCL programs have been cancelled or moved offsite due to the impending construction - check the ELCL website for updates. Page 2 P P L C A p r i l

3 Adult Classes & Events Fiber Arts Group: Mondays, April 9, 23. 1:00-3:00 pm. Call the library for information on where we will be meeting during construction. FTRI, ddamplified Phones Free for Hearing Impaired FL Residents: Wednesday, April 18, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Gentle Yoga with Dawn: (Ages 16+) Thursdays, 12:00-1:00 pm. At Yoga Shakti Center for Wellness, 2625 Keystone Road, Suite A-2, in Tarpon Springs. No Registration SHINE Medicare Help: Tuesdays, April 10, 24, 10:30 am-1:30 pm. Call to register for your one-hour session. Writers Critique Group: Mondays, April 9, 23, 6:00-7:45 pm. The group will be meeting off-site. Call (727) for details. Gulf Beaches Public Library Writer s Group: Mondays, 10:00 am- 12:00 pm. International Films: Tuesday, April 3, 24, 4:00 pm. Wednesday Movies: Wednesdays, 2:30 pm. Call for show titles. Investment Club: Thursdays, 2:30-4:00 pm. GB Scrabble: Fridays, 1:00-4:00 pm. Tampa Bay Scrabble Club: Saturday, April 14, 28, 11:00 am-4:00 pm. Gulfport Public Library Ukulele Group: Tuesdays, April 3, 17, 2:00-4:00 pm. Lunch and Learn, Poetry Reading by Peter Hargitai: Thursday, April 5, 12:00-1:00 pm. Presentation by the Poet Laureate of Gulfport. Nan Colton: Thursday, April 5, 7:00 pm. Home Buyer s Workshops: Saturday, April 7, 10:30 am. FMI and to register, call Jo Ann Nesbitt, (727) Grown-up Movie: Saturday, April 7, 1:00 pm. For movie title, call (727) Tampa Bay Ukulele Society Workshop: Monday, April 9, 5:30-6:45 pm. LGBTQ Film Series: Thursday, April 12, 7:00 pm. For movie title, call (727) Recorder Concert: Saturday, April 14, 1:00-2:00 pm. Adult performers group based in St. Petersburg. Jeff Klinkenberg: Thursday, April 19, 7:00 pm. He ll discuss newly published Son of Real Florida: Stories from My Life. Gentle Yoga for Adults: Tuesday, April 24, 10:15-11:15 am. Open Mic: Monday, April 30, 5:00-6:45 pm. FMI, call Largo Public Library How to Design Your Own Product: Monday, April 2, 6:00 pm. Registration SHINE, Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders: Wednesday, April 4, 18, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Call (727) to schedule your appt. Decorative Frames, Iris Paper Folding: Thursday, April 5, 4:00 pm. Registration Wake Up with the Library: Saturday, April 7, 9:00 am. You are invited to join us for a before-hours tour. The coffee is on us! Registration Poets Live: Monday, April 9, 6:30 pm. An Evening of American Roots Music with Moonshine Holler: Monday, April 9, 6:30 pm. Experience poetry set to music with the American Roots duo Moonshine Holler. Literary Tea: Thursday, April 12, 4:00 pm. Registration 2nd Annual Branch Out, Spring Reading Challenge: Ends April 16th. Sign up to participate in our Adult Spring Reading Challenge. Ukulele Workshop: (Beginner Level) Wednesday, April 18, 6:00 pm. Hosted by the Tampa Bay Ukulele Society from January-June. Pop Power, Make a Soda Can Battery: Thursday, April 19, 4:00 pm. Registration Poetry in Motion: Tuesday, April 24, 6:00 pm. Registration The Presidents Escort, The Joseph Browning Corbin Story: Thursday, April 26, 6:30 pm. Learn about the life of Joseph B. Corbin, a World War II veteran and local author. Pick up your free ticket at the library to reserve your seat. Oldsmar Public Library System The Rough Writers: Mondays, April 2, 16, 6:00-8:30 pm. Heather at heatherdeweypettet@gmail.com FMI. Pinellas SCORE, Small Business Counseling: Tuesday, April 3, 17, 10:00 am-3:00 pm. Register at the Reference desk or by phone. Movies & Popcorn: Friday, April 6, 1:00 pm. Go to org/event.htm for movie title or call (813) Gaming Night: (Teens & Adults) Friday, April 6, 5:00-8:00 pm. Crafty Saturday: (All ages) Saturday, April 14, 11:00 am-3:00 pm. Ukulele Workshop, Beginners: (Teens & Adults) Tuesday, April 17, 6:30 pm. Pre-registration at www. meetup.com/tampabayukes. Fiber Arts Club: (Teens & Adults) Saturday, April 28, 1:00 pm. continued on next page PPLC April 2018 Page 3

4 Adult Classes & Events continued from page 3 Palm Harbor Library 40th Anniversary Celebration! April Tai Chi: Monday, April 2, 16, 23, 30 and Wednesday, April 4, 18, 25, Advanced 1:00-2:00 pm, Beginners 2:00-3:00 pm. Thinkers Salon: Mondays, 3:00-4:00 pm. Call (727) , ext for the weekly topic. Registration is Medicare Consults: Tuesday, April 3, 17, 20, 1:00-4:45 pm; Tuesday, April 3, 5:00-7:30 pm. stop by the Adult Services Desk or call (727) , ext. 3006, to make an appointment. Master Gardener Plant Clinic: Wednesdays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Let Us Cook: Wednesday, April 4, 12:00 pm. Friday Movie Matinee: Friday, April 6, 2:00-4:00 pm. Phone (727) , ext for movie title. Registration is Audiobook Narrator Johnny Heller: Thursday, April 12, 2:30-4:00 pm. Ukulele Workshop, Beginners: Thursday, April 19, 6:30-7:45 pm. Registration is required online at Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Creative Cafe: (Grades 10+) Monday, April 2, 6:00 pm. All materials provided. Call (727) to register. A Tale of True Crime: (Ages 16+) Thursday, April 5, 6:30 pm. Local officer, Michael Lynch, will be presenting a profile of a local criminal investigation. PPK Writers Group: Saturday, April 14, 28, 10:00 am. Newcomers always welcome. Color Your Cares Away: (Ages 16+) Tuesday, April 24, 6:00 pm. Supplies provided. Re(Up) Cycle, Create a Craft: (Ages 18+) Wednesday, April 25, 6:00 pm. Paint Chip Art. Materials are provided. Registration is Call (727) Safety Harbor Public Library the Library: Thursday, April 5, 6:00 pm. Registration Material cost of $5 due at time of registration. SCORE Small Business Counseling: Tuesday, April 10, 24, 10:00 am-2:00 pm by appointment. Heart & Soul Cinema: Sunday, April 15, 1:30 pm. The Hunt, (2012). Creative Writers Group & Story Circle: Wednesday, April 18, 6:00 pm. A Poetry Reading with Peter Meinke: Thursday, April 19, 6:30 pm. Introduction to Ukulele, Beginner Workshop: Tuesday, April 24, 6:30 pm. 9th Annual Poetry Celebration: Thursday, April 26, 6:00-9:00 pm. AARP Driver Safety Course: Friday, April 27, 10:00 am-4:30 pm. $15 for members/$20 for non-members. Registration required online at www. SafetyHarborLibrary.com or call (727) , ext Daddy Daughter Hair Factory: Sunday, April 29, 2:00 pm. To teach fathers the basics of brushing and braiding hair. Space is limited; registration is Author Steve Kistulentz on Getting Started with Your Novel: Thursday, May 3, 6:30 pm. SHINE, Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders: 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 Special Movie: Monday, April 2, 5:30 pm. Star Wars the Last Jedi. SHINE Medicare Counseling: Tuesday, April 3, 10:00 am-2:30 pm. Register for a one-on-one appointment. Rock Painting: Wednesday, April 4, 4:00 pm. Mayor s Open Office: Mondays, April 9, 23, 6:00 pm. Ask questions and discuss concerns with St. Pete Beach Mayor Alan Johnson. Holocaust Presentation: Thursday, April 12, 1:00 pm. Sandy Mermelstein is the daughter of Holocaust survivors. Pinellas County Healthcare Navigators: Friday, April 13, 10:00 am-1:00pm. Movie Matinee: Wednesday, April 18, 2:00 pm. Phantom Thread. Movie Encore: Wednesday, April 18, 5:30 pm. Phantom Thread. The President s Escort: Thursday, April 19 11:00 am. How to Make History: Friday, April 20, 10:30 am. Music Appreciation Series: Wednesday, April 25, 11:00 am. A discussion of the philosophy of Baroque music and its defining characteristics. Pinellas County Animal Services Dog Adoption: Friday, April 27, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Topics in American History, Protect Florida Democracy: Monday, April 30, 6:30 pm. Page 4 P P L C A p r i l

5 Adult Classes & Events St. Petersburg Library System Job Seeking Techniques: Monday, April 2, 3:00 pm. Sunday Funday, Movie: Sunday, April 8, 3:00 pm. Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017). Florida Writers Association: Thursday, April 12, 5:30-7:30 pm. See for speaker schedule. Sunday Funday, Movie: Sunday, April 15, 3:00 pm. Marshall (2018). Overcoming Barriers: Monday, April 16, 3:00 pm. Medicare One-on-One Counseling, presented by SHINE: Tuesday, April 17. Call (727) for an appt. Beginners Ukulele Workshop: Tuesday, April 17, 6:30 pm. This workshop is presented by the Tampa Bay Ukulele Society. More info at meetup.com/tampabayukes. The New Music Conflagration Presents, The Post-Haste Reed Duo: Sunday, April 22, 3:00 pm. The New Music Conflagration Presents, The USF Composition Department: Sunday, April 29, 2:30 pm. James Weldon Johnson Community Library Needle Craft Club: Saturday, April 7, 21, 12:00 pm. Mirror Lake Community Library Needle Craft Club: Saturday, April 14, 1:00-3:00 pm. All skill levels are welcome. North Community Library Needle Craft Club: (All levels welcome) Thursday, April 26, 5:00-8:00 pm. Ukulele for Beginners: Thursday, April 12, 6:30 pm. South Community Library Book Sale in the Lobby: Saturday, April 14, 12:00-2:00 pm. Family Yarn Guild: (Ages 8+) Saturday, April 14, 28, 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 SPC READS, Community Author Series: Wednesday, April 4, 6:00 pm. Tim Dorsey, Florida Author. Jazz in the Stacks: Tuesday, April 17, 7:00 pm. In honor of Jazz Appreciation Month, a free concert Som Do Jazz recaptures the spirit of s. Seminole Community Library Scrabble Club: Tuesdays, 1:00-5:00 pm. Seminole Chess Club: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. For intermediate, and advanced players. Wordsmiths: Wednesday, April 4, 6:00 pm; April 11, 2:00 pm. Old Time Radio Theatre: Thursday, April 5, 2:00 pm. Classic Movie Matinee: Fridays, 1:00 pm. April 6: You Can t Take It With You (1938). April 13: Portrait of Jennie (1948). April 20: Rocky (1976). April 27: Bells Are Ringing (1960). Sunday Musicale: Sunday, April 8, 3:00 pm. Doodle & Dazzle: Monday, April 9, 6:00 pm; Wednesday, April 25, 2:00 pm. Adult coloring program. Socrates Café: Monday, April 9, 1:00 pm. Two Towers Chess Club: Monday, April 9, 23, 3:30-5:30 pm. Chess coaches offer instruction for beginners. Cinema At Sundown: Thursday, April 12, 6:00 pm, The Importance of Being Earnest (2002). Thursday, April 26, 6:00 pm, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017). Thrilling Tales! The Story Program for Adults: Thursday, April 12, 2:00 pm. A Thinker s Haven Discussion Group: Monday, April 23, 1:00 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. FMI Rebecca (727) Herb Gardening: Wednesday, April 3, 2:00 pm. Introduction to the Ukulele, Beginners Workshop: Tuesday, April 3, 6:30 pm. Registration is required; call (727) History Discussion Group: Thursday, April 5, 19, 2:30 pm. Call (727) for topic. All are welcome! Needlecraft Group: Monday, April 9, 6:30-8:30 pm. All skills welcome. Classic Movie Tuesday: Tuesday, April 10, 3:00 pm. Call for movie title or visit tarponspringslibrary.org. DIY Crafts: Wednesday, April 11, 6:30 pm. Limited space available. Registration required by Saturday, April 7. Call (727) Cinema Saturday: Saturday, April 14, 2:00 pm. For title call (727) or visit tarponspringslibrary.org. Classic Radio Show Tuesday: Tuesday, April 17, 3:00 pm. Listen classic radio episodes of The Green Hornet and The Adventures of Superman. CrafterSpace: Wednesday, April 25, 6:30-8:30 pm. Cinema Saturday: Saturday, April 28, 2:00 pm. For title call (727) or visit tarponspringslibrary.org. PPLC April 2018 Page 5

6 Book Discussions Clearwater Public Library System Book Lovers Bistro: Tuesday, April 3, 12:00-1:30 pm. Call (727) Booktalking with Iris: Wednesday, April 11, 12:00 pm. Chapter Evermore Cafe: Wednesday, April 11, 6:00 pm. Swamplandia by Karen Russell. Reserve Real Deal Nonfiction Book Club: Thursday, April 26, 6:30 pm. North Community Library Thursday Morning Group: Thursday, April 5, 11:00 am. Call Beach Branch your book at LargoPublicLibrary.org. location for latest title. The Beach Book Club: Wednesday, Oldsmar Public Library System Murder by the Book (Mystery April 4, 4:00-5:00 pm. Call (727) 562- Books & Brews, Book Discussion Book Club): Thursday, April 5, 6: or visit myclearwaterlibrary.com. Group: (Ages 21+) Tuesday, April 3, pm. Call location for latest title. Countryside Branch 6:00 pm. Jack Willie s Bar Grill & Tiki. Carl G. Jung Society Reading The Book Countryside: Oh, Florida by Craig Pittman. Group: Saturday, April 14, 10:00 am. Thursday, April 19, 2:30-3:30 pm. Palm Harbor Library South Community Library Dreams of Joy by Lisa See. PHiL s Book Club: Monday, April 9, Mahogany Book Club: Saturday, Socrates Countryside 11:00 am-12:00 pm. The Lost City of the April 21, 12:00 pm. Call location for Library: Sunday, April 22, 2:00- Monkey God by Douglas Preston. latest title. 3:00 pm. FMI, tampabay. Ales & Tales Evening Book Club: Biography Book Club: Tuesday, socrates.cafe@gmail.com or visit Thursday, April 12, 6:00-7:00 pm. April 24, 6:30 pm. Call location for Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. Call latest title. groups/ /. (727) , ext for details. Seminole Community Library East Branch Location: Stilthouse Brewery. Book Buzz: Tuesday, April 3, 2:00 pm. Library closed. Pinellas Park Booktalkers: Wednesday, April 4, North Greenwood Branch Barbara S. Ponce Public Library 2:00 pm. Group discussion of Cat s Ebony Book Talk: Tuesday, April Evening Book Discussion: Cradle, by Kurt Vonnegut. 24, 6:00-7:30 pm. Book I written by Wednesday, April 11, 6:30 pm. Hidden Winning Fiction By Women: John Lewis and Andrew Aydin. Figures by Margo Lee Shetterly. Monday, April 9, 2:30 pm. Group Dunedin Public Library Afternoon Book Discussion: discussion of Mistress of Spices, by Tuesdays Are Murder Book Thursday, April 19, 2:00 pm. All the Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni. Discussion Group: Tuesday, April Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr. Backward Travelers Historical 10, 7:00 pm. Safety Harbor Public Library Fiction Book Discussion: Tuesday, Contemporary Book Discussion Words & Wine Book Club: Monday, April 17, 2:00 pm. Group discussion of Group: Tuesday, April 24, 7:00 pm. April 16, 6:30 pm. Held at Whistle Stop Orhan s Inheritance, by Aline Ohanesian. Pachinko by Min Jen Lee. Bar & Grill. Truly Madly Guilty by Liane Great Books Reading Group: East Lake Community Library Moriarty. Wednesday, April 18, 2:00 pm. The ELCL Book Club: Wednesday, April Books & Bagels Book Club: Body of the Condemned (from Discipline 4, 6:30-7:45 pm. The Invention of Wings Tuesday, April 17, 10:30 am. Norse and Punishment: Birth of the Prison), by by Sue Monk Kidd. Meeting at Allegro Mythology by Neil Gaiman. Michel Foucault. Senior Living (1755 East Lake Road). St. Pete Beach Public Library 21st Century Prize Fiction: Gulf Beaches Public Library Book Discussion: Tuesday, April Thursday, April 26, 2:00 pm. Lincoln Chatterbooks: Tuesday, April 17, 17, 10:30am. Tess of d Urbervilles by in the Bardo, by George Saunders. 10:30 am. The Unconsoled by Kazuo Thomas Hardy. Tarpon Springs Public Library Ishiguro. Film Discussion: Tuesday, April Expand Your Horizons: Wednesday, Gulfport Public Library 24, 10:30am. Tess of d Urbervilles. April 11, 3:30 pm. Coffee/Talk Book Club: Thursday, St. Petersburg Library System Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders April 19, 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Wolf Hall All are welcome at these book clubs. Check for Mystery Book Club: Wednesday, by Hilary Mantel. titles at April 18, 7:00 pm. Triptych by Karin Largo Public Library html. Slaughter. Last Word Book Discussion Books & Beyond: Thursday, April Group: Wednesday, April 4, 6:00 pm. Speculative Fiction Book Club: 26, 12:00 pm. Payton Place by Grace A Long Way Home: A Memoir by Saroo Tuesday, April 3, 6:30 pm. Metalious. If interested in joining, Brierley. Reflections Book Club: Saturday, call Sherri (727) April 21, 2:00 pm. Page 6 P P L C A p r i l

7 Clearwater Public Library System Let s Grow Baby Oh: (Ages 0-24 mos.) Mondays, 10:30-11:15 am. Little Ones Music and Stories: (Ages 2-3) Tuesdays, 10:30-11:00 am. Homework Help: Tuesday, April 3, 10, 4:30-5:30 pm and Thursday, April 5, 12, 4:00-6:00 pm. Register online for a 30 minute appointment. Bright Minds: Wednesdays, 10:30-11:45 am. Books & Beats Family Storytime: Wed., April 4, 18, 5:30-6:00 pm. Wii Game Too: (Ages 8-12) Thursday, April 5, 19, 4:00-5:30 pm. Pokémon League: (Ages 8-15) Sunday, April 8, 2:00-4:00 pm. Kids Create: (Ages 7-12) Monday, April 9, 30, 5:30-6:30 pm. Instrumental Explorations with Mr. Brad: (Ages 7+) Tuesday, April 10, 5:30-6:30 pm. Tampa Bay Ukulele Society Beginner Workshop: Tuesday, April 10, 6:30-8:00 pm. to register please go to YogaKids with Miss Susan: (Ages 7+) Wed., April 25, 5:30-6:30 pm. Parents are welcome to participate. Clearwater Rocks! Rock Painting for All Ages: Monday, April 30, 4:30-5:30 pm. Rocks and paint provided, or bring your own rocks. Beach Branch Clearwater Rocks! Rock Painting for All Ages: Wed., April 11, 25, 4:30-6:30 pm. Supplies will be provided. Clearwater Beach Shell Crafters Club: Thursday, April 12, 26, 1:00-4:00 pm. To join, call (727) Countryside Branch Toddlers 123: Tuesday, April 3, 10, 17, 10:30-11:00 am. Wednesday STEAM Workshops: Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00 pm. Little Learners: Thursdays, 10:30-11:15 am. Children s Classes & Events East Branch Library closed. North Greenwood Branch Professional Tutoring: (Grades 3-5) Mondays and Thursday, April 12, 26, 3:45-4:45 pm. Homework Help: (Ages 10-18) Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm. FMI, visit pinellasydi.org. HIPPY Storytime: Wed., April 4, 10:30-11:30 am. Video Gaming Madness: Wed., April 4, 5:30-7:30 and Tuesday, April 17, 4:00-5:30 pm. Fun Side of Math, Everything Algebra: Thursday, April 5, 4:30-5:30 pm. Music with Mar and Miss Karen: (Ages 6 mos.-5) Tuesday, April 10, 10:30-11:15 am. National Library Week Scavenger Hunt: Tuesday, April 10, 4:00-5:00 pm. DIY Slime: (Ages 8-17) Wed., April 11, 5:30-6:30 pm. Registration Doggone Reading Fun: Thursday, April 12, 4:00-5:30 pm. HIPPY la hora de la lectura: Wed., April 18, 10:30-11:30 am. Build It! Kids Workshop: Thursday, April 19, 4:45-5:30 pm. Dunedin Public Library Baby & Me Story Time: (Ages 0-18 mos.) Mondays, 10:00 am. Music Mash: (Ages 0-5) Mondays, 3:30 pm. Toddler Time: (Ages mos.) Wednesdays, 10:30 am. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Thursdays, 10:30 am. Homework Help: (Elementary and Middle School age) Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:00-5:00 pm. Computer Tutors: Call to schedule an appointment, (727) , ext Raspberry Pi: (Ages 8-18) Monday, April 2, 5:00 pm. Registration Required. Lego Club: (Ages 5-12) Tuesday, April 3, 6:00 pm. Yoga Kids: (Ages 2-5) Friday, April 13, 27, 11:00 am. Crafternoon: (All ages) Wednesday, April 11, 3:30 pm. Mad Science: (Youth of all ages) Saturday, April 14, 2:00 pm. Table Art Sunday: (Youth of all ages) Sunday, April 15, 1:30-4:00 pm. Minecraft & More: (Ages 5-12) Wednesday, April 18, 4:00 pm. Story Time in the Reading Garden: (Families) Saturday, April 21, 11:00 am. Tween Recycled Book Program: (Ages 9-14) Monday, April 23, 4:00 pm. Registration Required. Preschool Movies: (Ages 0-5) Tuesday, April 24, 10:30 am. Gulf Beaches Public Library Baby & Me Storytime: Wednesdays, 10:30 am. Pre-K Storytime: Fridays, 10:30 am. Gulfport Public Library Mommy & Me Yoga: (Ages 6 wks.-12 mos.) Tuesday, April 3, 10:15-11:00 am. Bees Learning: Thursdays, April 5, 19, 26, 6:00-8:00 pm. (K-Grade 2 at 6:00-7:00 pm) (Grades 3-5 at 7:00-8:00 pm). FMI contact leahveal@ beeslearning.org, or call (404) K-5 Grade Science Club: Monday, April 9, 16, 23, 30, 3:00-4:00 pm. Storytime: (Ages 0-PreK) Thursday, April 12, 19, 26, 10:30-11:00 am. Preschool Storytime: (Ages 2-5) Thursday, April 12, 19, 26, 4:00 pm. Lego Club: (Ages 7-12) Tuesday, April 17, 3:00-4:30 pm. Reading Paws with Maya: Thursday, April 19, 3:30-4:30 pm. Free Family Movie Day: Saturday, April 21, 1:30 pm. Call (727) for movie title. Community Playdate: Thursday, April 26, 11:00-11:45 am. continued on next page PPLC April 2018 Page 7

8 Children s Classes & Events continued from page 7 LEGO Club: (Kids of all ages) Pinellas Park Largo Public Library Saturday, April 21, 1:00-3:00 pm. Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Pre-K STEAM Station: (Ages Palm Harbor Library Read, Sing, & Play Toddlertime: 3-5) Mondays, 1:00 pm. Caregiver Homework Help: (Grades K-5) (Ages 0-35 mos.) Tuesdays, April 10, 17, participation is expected at all times. Monday-Thursday, 3:00-5:00 pm. 24, 10:30 am. Sunset Stories: (Ages 12 and under) Mother Goose Rhyme Time: (Ages Library Explorers Adventure Mondays, 6:00 pm. Registration Infant-2) Wednesdays, 10:00-10:30 am. Program (L.E.A.P.): (Grades K-2nd) required for April 9, 16, 30. Toddler Story Time: (Ages 18 mos.- Tuesdays, April 10, 17, 24, 3:30 pm. Around America, States Fair: 3) Mondays, 10:00-10:30 am or 11:30 Preschool Reading Adventures: Monday, April 30, 6:00 pm. Registration am-12:00 pm. (Ages 3-6) Wednesdays, April 11, 18, 25, First Steps: (Ages 1-3) Wed., April 4, 10:30 am. Wobbly Walkers: (Ages mos.) 11, 18, 10:30-11:30 am. Family Fun Night: (All ages) Tuesdays, 10:30 am. Toddler Craft: (Ages 1-4) Thursday, Thursdays, April 12, 19, 26, 7:00 pm. Sunshine State Book Club: (Grades April 5, 1:00-1:45 pm. Wiggle, Giggle, Sing, & Dance: 3-5) Tuesday, April 10, 6:00 pm. Pugs Starbucks Story Time: (All ages) (All ages) Saturday, April 21, 10:30 am. of the Frozen North by Philip Reeve. Tuesday, April 10, 10:30-11:00 am. Registration is required and space is Registration Meet Miss Chris at Palm Harbor limited. Call (727) to register. Computer Whiz Kids, Basic Starbucks. Afternoons at the Library, Word: (Ages 8-10) Tuesday, April 10, Art Attack: (Ages 5-12) Tuesday, April Monday-Friday: (Grades K+) April 24, 6:00 pm. Registration 10, 5:00-6:15 pm. Registration 9-13, April 16-20, April 23-27, 3:30 pm. Toddler Tales: (Ages mos.) Toddler STEM: (Ages 1-4) Thursday, Join us every weekday afternoon for fun Wednesdays, 10:30 am. April 12, 1:00-1:45 pm. Caregiver is and exciting drop-in activities. Tinker Lab: (Ages 6-12) Wednesdays, required to stay with and assist child. Origami: (All ages) Tuesday, April 17, 6:00 pm and Thursdays, 4:00 pm. Lego Master Builders: (Ages 4-12) 6:30 pm. Paper is provided. Call (727) Registration Tuesday, April 17, 3:15-4:00 pm to register. Hour of Code: (Ages 8-12) Friday, Pokémon Club: (Ages 5-16) Tuesday, Earth Day Celebration: (All ages) April 6, 13, 4:00 pm. Kids may register April 17, 5:00-6:00 pm. No registration Sunday, April 22, 2:00-3:30 pm. for one Hour of Code class per month. Registration is required & space is Junior Coders: (Ages 5-7) Friday, April Kids Fantastic Fiction Club: (Ages limited. Call (727) to register. 20, 27, 4:00 pm. Kids may register for 7-12) Friday, April 20, 3:30-4:30 pm. Safety Harbor Public Library one Junior Coders class per month. Pawsitive Pals: (All ages) Saturday, Homework Help: (Grades 1-8) Library LEGOs: (Ages 5-12) Saturday, April 21, 1:30-2:30 pm. Monday-Friday, 3:00-6:00 pm. April 7, 14, 28, 2:00-4:00 pm. All PokéEarth Day: (Ages 7-12) Saturday, Baby & Me: (Ages 0-18 mos.) Fridays, materials are provided. April 21, 3:00-4:30 pm. Registration 10:00 am. Pup Pals Reading Dogs: (Ages 5-12) LEGO League: (Ages 3-12) Saturdays, Saturday, April 28, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Cyber Bullying: Be Kind Online: 12:00-4:00 pm. Registration (Grades 1-5) Tuesday, April 24, 3:15- CoderDojo: (Ages 7-17) Monday, Poetic Bookworms Book Club: 4:00 pm. Registration April 9, 16, 23, 30, 5:30 pm. Online (Ages 6-8) Tuesday, April 17, 4:00 pm. Leap into Art at Leepa-Rattner registration required at www. My Parents Think I m Sleeping by Jack Museum: (Ages 3+) Wednesday, April SHcoderdojo.com. Prelutsky. Registration 25, 3:30-4:30 pm. Pokémon Club: (Ages 5-12) Tuesday, Oldsmar Public Library System Wiggle, Giggle, Dance: (Ages Infant- April 3, 4:30-5:30 pm. Toddler Time: (Ages 1-3) Mondays 4) Thursday, April 26, 1:00-1:30 pm. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 2-5) and Tuesdays, 10:00 am. Beginner Japanese for Tweens & Wed., April 4, 11, 25, 10:30 am. Preschool Storytime: (Ages 3-5) Teens: (Ages 9-16) Thursday, April 26, Children s Photography: (Grades Thursdays, 3:00 pm. 5:00-5:45 pm. Registration 3-5) Thursday, April 5, 12, 19, 3:30-4:45 Crafty Saturday: (All ages) Saturday, Anime Club: The Art of Anime: pm. Contact the Youth Desk at (727) April 14, 11:00 am-3:00 pm. (Ages 11-18) Tuesday, April 24, 5: , ext :00 pm. Page 8 P P L C A p r i l

9 Children s Classes & Events Toddler Story Time: (Ages 18 mos.- 3) Monday, April 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:30 am. Preschool Arts & Crafts: (Ages 2-4) Tuesday, April 10, 10:30 am. Create an Earth Day craft. All supplies provided. Registration Beginners Robotics for Homeschoolers: (Ages 10-17) Wednesday, April 11, 18, 25, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Registration Intermediate Robotics for Homeschoolers: (Ages 10-17) Wednesday, April 11, 18, 25, 1:00-3:00 pm. Registration Children s Movie: (Ages 0-12) Wed., April 11, 3:30 pm. Coco (2017). Beginners Robotics: (Ages 10-17) Thursday, April 12, 19, 26, 4:30-6:00 pm. Registration Intermediate Robotics: (Ages 10-17) Thursday, April 12, 19, 26, 6:15-7:45 pm. Registration Paws for Friendship: (Ages 0-8) Sunday, April 15, 2:00 pm. Preschool Story Yoga: (Ages 2-5) Tuesday, April 17, 10:30 am. Tuesday Crafternoon: (Ages 4-10) Tuesday, April 17, 3:30 pm. All supplies provided. Registration Eric Carle Story Time: (Ages 0-5) Wed., April 18, 10:30 am. Wee Discoveries: (Ages 0-5) Tuesday, April 24, 11:00 am. Adult participation. St. Pete Beach Public Library Tail Waggin Tutors: Thursday, April 5, 4:00 pm. Story Time, Sing and Learn: (Ages 0-5) Mondays, 11:00 am. Children s Earth Day Rock Painting: (Ages 7-12) Wed., April 11, 4:30 pm. Children s Movie: Monday, April 16, 5:30 pm. Despicable Me 3. 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, April 9, 30, 10:30 am. 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 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. Childs Park Community Library Reading Fun: (Ages 5-8) Fridays, 4:00 pm. S.T.R.E.A.M. Club: (Grades 3-5) Fridays, 4:45 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), Mondays, 10:15 am. Toddlers: (Ages 1-3 with a caregiver) Mondays, 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) Mondays, 10:00-11:30 am. Nature Walk: (Ages 0-5) Monday, April 16, 11:00 am. Join a SPC professor for a 30 minute nature walk on the beautiful Seminole campus. Space is limited. Pick up your free tickets on the morning of the walk in the Children s Department. 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, April 3, 17, 6:00-7:00 pm. Registration required for each session at craftykid. eventbrite.com. Baby Time: (Ages Newborn-18 mos.) Wednesdays, 10:00 am. Wiggle, Giggle and Sing: (Ages 0-5) Thursdays, 10:00 am. Family Movie Matinee: (All ages) Saturdays, 2:00 pm. Call the Youth Services Dept. at (727) Two Towers Chess Club: (All ages) Monday, April 9, 23, 3:30-5:30 pm. All skill levels welcome. 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 Drop-In Homework Help: Mondays, 3:00-5:00 pm. Write Here, Write Now: (Ages 9-18) Tuesday, April 4, 18, 7:30-8:30 pm. Craft Club: (Ages 6-12) Friday, April 6, 4:30 pm. Registration required, call (727) , ext Wee Sing with Mrs. Music: (Ages 1+) Saturday, April 14, 10:30 am. Makerspace STEAM Class: (Ages 6-12) Wed., April 18, 3:00 pm. Topic: Characteristics of Climate. Presented by Exploring with Dory. After School Craft: (All ages) Monday, April 19, 3:00-6:00 pm. PPLC April 2018 Page 9

10 G e n e a l o g y C l a s s e s & Events Dunedin Public Library Genealogy Assistance: Thursdays, 1:00-3:00 pm. No appointment. East Lake Community Library Genealogy Lock-In: Friday, April 6, 5:30-9:00 pm. Registration is Largo Public Library Facebook for Genealogy: Tuesday, Apr 3, 6:00 pm. German Genealogy, Gathering Facts Part 1: Thursday, April 5, 1:00 pm. Family Tree Maker User Group: Saturday, April 7, 10:00 am. FamilySearch.org: Monday, April 9, 10:00 am. Library of Congress Website: Tuesday, April 10, 6:00 pm. Family History Assistance Day: Saturday, April 14, 12:00-4:00 pm. Genealogical Proof: Monday, April 16, 10:00 am. Irish Genealogy Interest Group: Thursday, April 19, 1:00 pm. German Genealogy Interest Group: Friday, April 20, 10:30 am. Homestead Act: Monday, April 23, 6:00 pm. DNA Testing for Genealogy: Tuesday, April 24, 11:30 am. DNA Interest Group: Tuesday, April 24, 1:00 pm. RootsMagic User Group: Saturday, April 28, 10:00 am. U.S. Census, Non-Population Schedules: Monday, April 30, 6:00 pm. Palm Harbor Library Genealogy Assistance: Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 1:00-4:00 pm. Alternate times are available by appointment. Call for details. Interest Group for DNA & Other Genealogy Questions: Saturday, April 28, 1:00-1:45 pm. Suncoast Genealogy Society General Meeting: Saturday, April 28, 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: Monday, April 2, 6:30-8:30 pm. 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 A p r i l

11 Literacy Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System Countryside Branch Infant/Toddler Sign Language: (Ages 0-3) Tuesday, April 10, 10:30 am. English for Speakers of Other Languages: Tuesdays, and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30 pm. For more information call (727) , ext.1724 or visit lcup.net. Dunedin Public Library Conversation Club: Wednesdays, 5:45 pm. Literacy Program: For information 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 Adult English Classes: Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 9:30 am-1:30 pm. Thursdays, 10:15 am-1:15 pm. Registration is FMI call (727) Citizenship and Naturalization Preparation Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm. FMI 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: For info, call (727) , ext Adult Sign Language, Beginner: Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm. Adult Sign Language, Intermediate: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 pm. Baby Sign Language: (Ages 0-1) Tuesdays, 9:30 am. Oldsmar Public Library System Spanish Language Learner s Group: Mondays, 6:30-7:45 pm. English Language Conversation Class: (Adults) Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00-7:30 pm. Fridays, 2:00-4:00 pm. Palm Harbor Library Adult Sign Language, Beginner: Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm. Adult Sign Language, Intermediate: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 pm. Infant/Toddler Sign Language: (Ages 0-4) Mondays, 10:45-11:15 am. Registration recommended. Please register with the Deaf Literacy Center via phone or . Phone: (727) , ext. 4120; TDD: (727) ; rrodriguez@pplc.us. School Age Sign Language: (Ages 5-12) Mondays, 4:15-5:45 pm. No registration Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library ESOL: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00 pm. ASL Tutoring: (All ages) Thursdays, 4:00-5:30 pm. Adult Sign Language, Beginner: Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 pm. Adult Sign Language, Intermediate: Thursdays, 7:00-8:00 pm. Safety Harbor Public Library Adult Literacy & ESOL Tutoring: Visit or call (727) , ext 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) Mondays, 4:30-5:30 pm. Adult Sign Language, Beginner: Mondays, 6:00 pm. Adult Sign Language, Intermediate: Mondays, 7:00 pm. St. Petersburg Library System James Weldon Johnson Community Library Roll Over & Read: Tuesday, April 3, 3:45-4:45 pm. Call to register for a session. Mirror Lake Community Library Literacy Classes and Events: For information call the Literacy Council of St. Petersburg at (727) Roll Over & Read: Wednesday, April 18, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call to register for a session. West Community Library Roll Over & Read: Tuesday, April 17, 3:30-4:30 pm. Call to register for a session. Seminole Community Library Infant/Toddler Sign Language: (Ages 0-3) Wednesday, April 18, 10:00 am. PPLC April 2018 Page 11

12 Clearwater Public Library System Tech Talks, Practical Windows 10: Mondays, 10:00-11:30 am. Tuesday Maker Space: Tuesdays, 10:00-2:00 pm. Heritage Studio Drop-In Session: Tuesdays, 4:00-8:00 pm and Thursdays, 1:00-5:00 pm. Registration is Tech Training: Wednesdays, 10:30 am-1:30 pm. Makerspace Thursday: Thursday, April 5, 12, 26, 1:00-5:00 pm. Heritage Studio Saturday: Saturday, April 21, 12:00-4:30 pm. Visit the Heritage Studio to digitize your history. Beach Branch Tech Training: Mondays, 10:00 am- 12:00 pm. Countryside Branch Tech Training: Thursdays, 12:30-3:30 pm and Monday, April 16, 23, 30, 4:00-5:30 pm. East Branch Library closed. North Greenwood Branch Computer and ereader Help: Mondays, 3:00-5:00 pm. Dunedin Public Library MS Word 2010 Basics, Part 1: Tuesday, April 3, 11:00 am. MS Word 2010 Basics, Part 2: Thursday, April 5, 11:00 am. Introducing the Kindle Fire, Part 1: Tuesday, April 10, 11:00 am. Introducing the Kindle Fire, Part 2: Thursday, April 12, 11:00 am. Getting Started with your ipad, Part 1: Tuesday, April 17, 11:00 am. Getting Started with your ipad, Part 2: Thursday, April 19, 11:00 am. Getting Started with your Android Device, Part 1: Tuesday, April 24, 11:00 am. Getting Started with your Android Device, Part 2: Thursday, April 26, 11:00 am. Tech Classes & Events Tech Time: 45 minute sessions are available by appointment on Thursdays, 2:00-4:00 pm. FMI 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: Mondays, 4:00-6:00 pm. Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm. No appointments needed. Gulf Beaches Public Library Computer/Mobile Device Help: Monday, April 9, 23, 1:00 pm. Largo Public Library Presentations for Beginners: Tuesday, April 4, 6:00 pm. Excel for Beginners: Wednesday, April 11, 3:00 pm and Tuesday, April 17, 6:00 pm. Mouse & Keyboarding: Wednesday, April 18, 3:00 pm. Wednesday, April 25, 3:00 pm. ipads for Beginners: Thursday, April 5, 3:00 pm. Registration iphones for Beginners: Thursday, April 12, 3:00 pm. Registration ipads for Beginners 2: Thursday, April 19, 3:00 pm. Prerequisite: Please have your Apple ID and password. Registration Android Phone/Tablet Basics: Monday, April 23, 6:00 pm. Oldsmar Public Library System Drop-in Computer Help: Wednesday, April 4, 18, 3:00-5:00 pm. Computer Class with Mark Opyd: Tuesday, April 10, 2:00 pm. Topic: HTML Basics, Learn the basics of what goes into a simple web page. Palm Harbor Library Computer Classes: Registration is Call , ext Doc s Place: Mondays, 1:00-2:30 pm. Registration is April 2: Mind Mapping. April 9: Evernote. April 16: The Internet of Things. April 23: Awesome Internet Resources. April 30: How to Tell What s True on the Internet. YouTubing 103, Copyright: Wednesday, April 18, 3:30-5:00 pm. Registration is One-on-One Computer Instruction: 30 minute sessions available. Call (727) , ext Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Introductory Computer Training Classes: Classes offered throughout the month of April. 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 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: Tuesday, April 3, 3:00-4:00pm. E-book (and other library resources). Tech Tuesdays: Tuesday, April 10, 3:00-4:00 pm. ipad and Tablet Help. Tech Tuesdays: Tuesday, April 17, 3:00-4:00 pm. Laptop Help. Tech Tuesdays: Tuesday, April 24, 3:00-4:00 pm. Smartphone Help. 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, April 5, 4:00 pm. Facebook for Beginners: Thursday, April 12, 4:00 pm. Page 12 P P L C A p r i l

13 Getting to know your Android Phone: Thursday, April 19, 4:00 pm. Childs Park Community Library Computer Basics: Tuesday, April 17, 6:00 pm. Basic Microsoft Excel: Tuesday, April 24, 6:00 pm. James Weldon Johnson Community Library Computing Basics: Wednesday, April 4, 11:30 am. Basic Microsoft Word: Wednesday, April 18, 11:30 am. Mirror Lake Community Library Walk-in Computer Help: Mondays, 2:15-4:00 pm. South Community Library One-on-One Computer Assistance: Computer assistance for adults. Call or stop in to schedule an appointment. West Community Library Supervised Lab Time: Fridays, 1:30-3:30 pm. Tarpon Springs Public Library Tech Tutoring: Free one hour session with a student volunteer. Registration One-on-One ebook Training: Call or stop by the library to schedule an appointment. Teen Classes & Events Clearwater Public Library System Game On: (Ages 13-18) Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm. Pokémon League: (Ages 8-15) Sunday, April 8, 2:00-4:00 pm. Tampa Bay Ukulele Society Beginner Workshop: Tuesday, April 10, 6:30-8:00 pm. To register, please go to Specter Spectacular: (Ages 11-18) Friday, April 13, 5:30-8:00 pm. It s been rumored that the has a ghost. Registration Anime Addicts: (Ages 13-18) Sunday, April 29, 2:00-4:00 pm. Clearwater Rocks! Rock Painting for All Ages: Monday, April 30, 4:30-5:30 pm. Beach Branch Clearwater Rocks! Rock Painting for All Ages: Wednesday, April 11, 25, 4:30-6:30 pm. Patrons of all ages are invited to stop by and paint rocks for #ClearwaterRocks. Clearwater Beach Shell Crafters Club: Thursday, April 12, 26, 1:00-4:00 pm. To join, call (727) Countryside Branch How to Choose the College That s Right for You: Saturday, April 21, 2:00-3:00 pm. Teen Summer Volunteer Sign-Up: Sunday, April 22, 12:00-2:00 pm. East Branch Library closed. North Greenwood Branch Homework Help: (Ages 10-18) Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm. For more information, visit pinellasydi.org. Video Gaming Madness: Wednesday, April 4, 5:30-7:30 and Tuesday, April 17, 4:00-5:30 pm. DIY Slime: (Ages 8-17) Wednesday, April 11, 5:30-6:30 pm. Registration Teen Movie Night: Wednesday, April 25, 5:30-7:30 pm. Dunedin Public Library Registration begins two weeks prior to a program. Raspberry Pi: (Ages 8-18) Monday, April 2, 5:00 pm. Learn Coding. Registration Required. Teen Yoga: (Ages 10-18) Thursday, April 12, 4:00 pm. Teen Candle Program: (Ages 12-18) Monday, April 23, 6:00 pm. Registration Teen Carte Blanche: (Ages 12-18) Wednesday, April 25, 4:00 pm. Dunedin Youth Volunteer Recruitment: (High School Ages) Monday, April 30, 6:00 pm. Registration Required. East Lake Community Library Hold for Teen Event: Friday, April 27, 6:00-8:30 pm. Stay tuned for more details about our High School Teen event! Gulf Beaches Public Library Call (727) for information. Gulfport Public Library Teen Knitting Group: Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00 pm. Largo Public Library April is National Poetry Month: (Ages 13-18) Wii Warriors: (Ages 13-18) Thursday, April 5, 2:30-5:30 pm. Trade School Fair: (Ages 13-18) Saturday, April 7, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Drop in at our Trade School Fair to learn about the options available after high school. Teen Scene, Relax to the Max: (Ages 13-18) Monday, April 9, 5:00-7:00 pm. Loungin at the Library: (Ages 13-18) Thursday, April 12, 2:30-5:30 pm. Cooking the Teen Way: (Ages 13-18) Monday, April 16, 5:00-7:00 pm. Show Your Creative Side: (Ages 13-18) Thursday, April 19, 2:30-5:30 pm. This month, it s string art! Resume Writing & Job Interview Tips for Teens: (Ages 13-18) Monday, April 30, 5:30 pm. Registration continued on next page PPLC April 2018 Page 13

14 continued from page 13 Oldsmar Public Library System Gaming Night: (Teens & Adults) Friday, April 6, 5:00-8:00 pm. Fiber Arts Club: (Teens & Adults) Saturday, April 28, 1:00 pm. Palm Harbor Library Youth Advisory Board: (Ages 13-18) Thursday, April 5, 19, 26, 3:30-4:30 pm. Membership is open to all teens. Teen Escape Room, Hogwarts Escapade: (Ages 13-18) Thursday, April 12, 5:00-6:15 pm. Registration is Pokémon Club: (Ages 5-16) Tuesday, April 17, 5:00-6:00 pm. No registration YouTubing 103: Copyright: Wednesday, April 18, 3:30-5:00 pm. Registration is Drop by Gaming Returns: (Ages 7-18) Thursday, April 19, 4:30-6:00 pm. Anime Club: The Art of Anime: (Ages 11-18) Tuesday, April 24, 5:00-6:00 pm. Beginner Japanese for Tweens & Teens: (Ages 9-16) Thursday, April 26, 5:00-5:45 pm. Registration Pinellas Park Barbara S. Ponce Public Library Random Fandom Teen Anime Club: (Grades 6-12) Saturday, April 7, 2:30-4:00 pm, call (727) to register. Creative Cafe: (Grades 10+) Monday, April 2, 6:00 pm. All materials provided. Call (727) to register. Teen Art in the Park: (Grades 6-9) Monday, April 9, 6:00 pm. Call (727) to register. Origami: (All ages) Tuesday, April 10, 6:30 pm. Paper is provided. Registration required and space is limited. Call (727) to register. Teen Writers Club: (Grades 6-12) Wednesday, April 17, 6:00 pm. Brainstorm ideas, play word games, and enjoy time for free writing. Call (727) to register. Teen Classes & Events Safety Harbor Public Library Teen Gaming: (Grades 6-12) Fridays, 3:00-5:30 pm. Teen Marker Mania: (Grades 6-12) Tuesday, April 3, 6:00 pm. Anime Club: (Grades 6-12) Thursday, April 5, 19, 5:00-7:00 pm. Teen Fandom: (Grades 6-12) Thursday, April 12, 5:30 pm. Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club: (Grades 6-12) Tuesday, April 10, 17, 5:00-7:45 pm. Registration Tween Craft, Crystal Wrapping Class: (Ages 9-12) Wednesday, April 11, 5:30 pm. All supplies provided. Registration Tween Cookbook Club: (Ages 9-12) Wednesday, April 18, 5:30 pm. All supplies provided. Registration Tween Craft, Kool-Aid Lip Balm: (Ages 9-12) Tuesday, April 24, 5:30 pm. Registration Teen Movie: (Grades 6-12) Thursday, April 26, 5:00 pm. Justice League (2017). St. Petersburg Library System Pokemon League: (All ages) Tuesdays, 4:00-6:00 pm. Anime & Manga Club: (Ages 11-18) Tuesday, April 17, 6:15 pm. Tabletop Games Night: (Ages 11-18) Thursdays, 5:00-7:30 pm. James Weldon Johnson Community Library Girls Who Code: (Grade 6-8) Wednesdays, 4:30-6:00 pm. No experience Call to register. West Community Library Pizza & Board Games: Thursday, April 26, 12:30-1:30 pm. Seminole Community Library Colorful Minds: (Grades 6-12) Thursday, April 5, 5:45-7:15 pm. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited, and registration is required for each session at colorfulminds.eventbrite.com. Video Game Club: (Grades 6-12) Friday, April 6, 4:45-5:45 pm. Please register at teengameclub.eventbrite.com. Two Towers Chess Club: (All ages) Monday, April 9, 23, 3:30-5:30 pm. Seminole Chess Club: (All ages) Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. For novice, intermediate and advanced players. Pause for Poetry: (All ages) Wednesday, April 18, 7:00 pm. Tarpon Springs Public Library Write Here, Write Now: (Ages 9-18) Tuesday, April 4, 18, 7:30-8:30 pm. Tax Assistance Clearwater Public Library System Countryside Branch AARP Tax Help: Monday, April 2, 9, 16, 10:00 am-1:30 pm and Tuesday, April 3, 10, 17, 1:00-4:30 pm. Gulf Beaches Public Library AARP Tax Help: Tuesday, April 3, 10, 10:00 am-1:30 pm. Thursday, April 5, 12, 10:00 am- 1:30 pm. Gulfport Public Library AARP Income Tax Assistance: Monday, April 2, 9, 16, 9:30 am- 2:00 pm and Friday, April 6, 13, 10:00 am-3:00 pm. FMI, call (727) Oldsmar Public Library System Free Tax Assistance: Tuesday, April 3, 10 & Wednesday, April 4, 11, 9:00 am-12:30 pm. For more information call AARP Tax Aide at 1 (888) Safety Harbor Public Library AARP Tax Aide: Monday, April 2, 9, 16, 12:30-3:30 pm. Friday, April 6, 13, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. St. Pete Beach Public Library AARP Tax Aide: Friday, April 6, 13, 10:00 am-2:30pm. Tarpon Springs Public Library AARP Free Tax Assistance: Monday, April 2, 9, 16, and Tuesday, April 3, 10, 17, 10:00 am- 1:45 pm. Page 14 P P L C A p r i l

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 2465 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 April 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 Michael Jefferis 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)