Palm Beach County Libraries Happenings in the Glades area

For the month of August

Posted 7/28/22

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Palm Beach County Libraries Happenings in the Glades area

For the month of August

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Clarence E. Anthony Branch
SOUTH BAY — Clarence E. Anthony Branch, 375 SW Second Ave., will hold in-person events in July. For information, or to register call 561-992-8393.
• On Friday, Aug. 5, at 5 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. is Virtual Reality Rift: Ocean Rift. Explore an underwater safari park full of dolphins, sharks, turtles, orcas, rays, manatees and more. All ages. Preregister.
• On Tuesdays at 2 p.m. is Tech Talk & Basic Computer Skills Lab. Library staff will provide one-on-one assistance to help you enhance your technology skills. All ages. Preregister.
• On Wednesday, Aug 10, 17 & 24, at 5 p.m., learn basic American Sign Language (ASL) with deaf staff member Mrs. Nelsy. All ages. Preregister.
• On Wednesday, Aug. 10, at 3 p.m. First day of school celebration for ages 5-12. Preregister.
• On Saturday, Aug. 13, at noon, Adult Book Discussion: “Their Eyes Were Watching God,” by Zora Neale Hurston. Book discussion led by Dr. Esther Berry. Copies of the book available at the member services desk. Preregister.
• On Wednesday, Aug. 17, at 3 p.m. Afternoon Arts & Crafts for ages 5-12. Preregister.
• On Monday, Aug. 15, at 5 p.m., Paint your own ceramic flower pot. All ages. Preregister.
• On Tuesdays at 11 a.m., Learn the basics of a computer’s components, how to use a keyboard and mouse; and how to create, save, close and reopen files. Ages 18 and up, Preregister.
• On Tuesdays, at 2 p.m., Tech Talk & Basic Computer Skills Lab - Book a one-on-one tech training or e-reader session with a library staff member. Preregister.

Lola V. York Library
PAHOKEE — Lola V. York Library, 525 Bacom Point Road will hold events for the month of August. For information, or to register, call 561-924-5928.
• On Saturday, Aug. 6, at 11 a.m., Saturday Storytime: Ready for School for ages 5-11. Preregister.
• On Saturday, Aug. 6, at 3 p.m., Celebrate the end of summer with music, ice cream and friends. All ages. Preregister.
• On Saturday, Aug. 13, at 10 a.m., Learn the basics of a computer’s components, how to use a keyboard and mouse; and how to create, save, close and reopen files. Ages 18 and up, Preregister.
• On Saturday, Aug. 13, at 11 a.m., Saturday Storytime: “Rot, the Cutest in the World!,” by Ben Clanton for ages 5-11. Preregister.
• On Wednesday, Aug. 17, at 4 p.m., Teen Hangout: Games, Games, Games for ages 12-18 with fun board games. Preregister.
• On Saturday, Aug. 20, at 3 p.m., DIY Grippy Socks. Preregister.
• On Saturday, Aug. 20, at 11 a.m., Saturday Storytime: Lemonade Day for ages 5-11. Preregister.
• On Saturday, Aug. 27, at 11 a.m. Saturday Storytime: Strong Women for ages 5-11. Preregister.

Belle Glade Library

BELLE GLADE — The Belle Glade Library, 725 NW Fourth St., will hold the events listed below in August. For information or to register, call 561-996-3453.
• On Wednesday, Aug. 10 & 17, at 1:30 p.m. Anime Club for grades 6-12. Stop by to watch anime series and movies. Snacks provided. Limited seating.
• On Thursday, Aug. 11 & 25, at 3 p.m., Summer Coloring Fun for ages 5-11. Limit 6.
• On Thursday, Aug. 18, at 3 p.m., Crafternoon for ages 5-11. Make fun crafts with friends.
• On Saturday, Aug. 20, at 10 a.m., Study tips for the new school year to prepare you for academic success for ages 12 to 18. Preregister.
• On Monday, Aug. 22, at 6 p.m., Book Discussion: “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas: A Savage Journey to the Heart of the American Dream,” by Hunter S. Thompson. Adults. Preregister.
• On Tuesday, Aug. 23, at 2:30 p.m. Internet Search Engine Basics will teach you the basics of using search engines and how they work along with some teasy techniques to improve the accuracy of your searches.
• On Wednesday, Aug. 24 & 31, at 2:30 p.m. Anime Club for grades 6-12.
• On Wednesday, Aug. 24, at 3 p.m., Puzzle Club for ages 12-18. Preregister.
• On Saturday, Aug. 27, at 10 a.m. Cat Storytime: A Purr-fect Set of Tales for all ages.
• On Monday, Aug. 29, at 5:30 p.m., Adult Movie Night featuring “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.” Rated R. Preregister.

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