Palm Beach County Libraries Happenings for July in the Glades area

Posted 6/28/22

The Belle Glade Branch Library, Clarence E. Anthony Branch and Loula V. York Branch will hold the events listed below in July.

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Palm Beach County Libraries Happenings for July in the Glades area

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Belle Glade Branch Library
The Belle Glade Branch Library located at 725 N.W. Fourth St. in Belle Glade will hold the following events in January. For information, call 561-996-3453. To register for in-person events, visit www.pbclibrary.org/events.

All Ages

Movie Matinee
Monday, July 11, 1 p.m. — Featuring “Luca.” ©Disney Pixar. (101 min.) Snacks provided. Limit 8. First come, first served. PG

Family Movie Matinee
Wednesday, July 13, 2 p.m. — Featuring “Shark Tale.” ©Universal Pictures. (90 min.) Snacks provided. All ages. Preregister. PG

It’s Showtime!
Thursday, July 14, 2 p.m. — “Oceans.” ©DisneyNature. (84 min.) Refreshments provided. All ages. Preregister. G

Adult

Book Discussion
Sunday, July 10, 3 p.m. — “The Institute,” by Stephen King. Space is limited. (60 min.) Preregister.

Children

Fourth of July Crafternoon
Friday, July 1, 2:30 p.m. — Make a fun craft with us to start off the holiday weekend! Ages 5-11. Limit 6. (60 minutes) Preregister.

Color Your Heart Out
Tuesday, July 5, 2 p.m. — Color and paint images of ocean animals! Materials provided. Ages 5 and up. (60 minutes) Preregister.

Anime Club
Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. — If you like manga, anime, J-Pop, light novels or anything related to them, then stop on by to watch anime series and movies every Wednesday. First come, first served. (2 hours)

It’s Trivia Time!
Thursday, July 7, 2 p.m. — We’ll be asking trivia questions about our great big oceans. A small prize will be awarded to the first place finisher. Ages 8 and up. (45 min.) Preregister.

It’s Showtime!
Friday, July 8, 2 p.m., — “Encanto.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. (99 min.) Preregister. Ages 5-11. PG
Thursday, July 21, 2 p.m., “Finding Dory.” ©Disney Pixar. (103 min.) Preregister. Ages 5-11. PG

Watercolor Creations
Monday, July 11, 4 p.m. — Create spectacular shark art using watercolors! This activity involves water, so please dress appropriately. Ages 3 and up. (60 minutes) Preregister.

Sidewalk Chalk
Tuesday, July 12, 3 p.m. — Have some fun in the sun! Chalk and games will be provided. Ages 5 and up. (60 minutes) Preregister.

Cookies & Canvas Painting Party
Friday, July 15, 2 p.m. — Enjoy some fun painting and snacks. Materials and snacks provided. Ages 8 and up. (60 minutes) Preregister.

Suncatcher Craft

Thursday, July 28, 2:30 p.m. — Paint with us! Ages 5-11. Limit 6. (60 minutes) Preregister.

Teen

Anime Club
Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. — If you like manga, anime, J-Pop, light novels or anything related to them, then stop on by to watch anime series and movies every Wednesday. First come, first served. (2 hours)

It’s Trivia Time!
Thursday, July 7, 2 p.m. — We’ll be asking trivia questions about our great big oceans. A small prize will be awarded to the first-place finisher. Ages 8 and up. (45 minutes) Preregister.

Movie Matinee
Monday, July 11, 1 p.m. — “Luca.” ©Disney Pixar. (101 minutes) Snacks provided. Limit 8. First come, first served. PG

Watercolor Creations
Monday, July 11, 4 p.m. — Create spectacular shark art using watercolors! This activity involves water, so please dress appropriately. Ages 3 and up. (60 minutes) Preregister.

Sidewalk Chalk
Tuesday, July 12, 3 p.m. — Have some fun in the sun! Chalk and games will be provided. Ages 5 and up. (60 minutes) Preregister.

Cookies & Canvas Painting Party
Friday, July 15, 2 p.m. — Enjoy some fun painting and snacks. Materials and snacks provided. Ages 8 and up. (60 minutes) Preregister.


Book-A-Librarian
Wednesday, July 13 & 20, 2 p.m. — Book a one-on-one tech training or e-reader session with a library staff member. Limit 1. First come, first served. (30 minutes) Call to make an appointment.

Virtual Reality Travel Apps Showcase
Tuesday, July 19, 2:15 p.m. — Experience new locations around the world in VR with new apps like Wander. First come, first served. (2 hours)

Technology Training
These activities are in-person. To register, visit www.pbclibrary.org/events.

Gmail Basics
Monday Jul 18, 2:30 pm — Sign up for a Gmail account and learn its basic functions. (45 minutes)

Intermediate
Mon, July 18, 2:30 p.m.
Learn more advanced options to save time and improve productivity in Gmail. You must have a Gmail account. (60 minutes)

Clarence E. Anthony Branch
The Clarence E. Anthony Branch library is located at 375 S.W. 2nd Ave. in South Bay. For information or to preregister, call 561-992-8393.

All Ages

UNO!™ Challenge
Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. — Play with our Library staff, winner gets bragging rights and take the title of “UNO!™ Challenge Winner” until a rematch is requested. All ages. Limit 8. First come, first served. (60 minutes) Preregister.

Adult

DIY Mason Jar Lanterns
Monday, July 11, 5 p.m. — Make your own patriotic mason jar lantern that will sparkle and take center stage on your patio table, bookshelf or mantel. Limit 12. (60 minutes) Preregister.

Weekend Movie Matinee
Saturday, July 23, 2 p.m. — “Dear Evan Hansen.” ©Universal Pictures. (137 minutes) Snacks provided. Limit 12. First come, first served. Preregister. PG-13

Children

Thursday Afternoon Storytime
Thursday, July 7, 2 p.m. — Fun books and imaginative storytelling for children of all ages. Related games and crafts may accompany the stories. Space is limited. (30 min.) Preregister.

Teen

Wednesday Games & Crafts
Wednesdays, 1 p.m. — A rotating series of activities that may include board games, card games, creative crafts and other artistic projects. Ages 12-18. Space is limited. (30 minutes) Preregister.

Loula V. York Branch
The Loula V. York Branch is located at 525 Bacom Point Road in Pahokee. For information, call 561-924-5928. To register for in-person events, visit www.pbclibrary.org/events.

Adult

Nostalgia Night
Wednesday, July 6, 4:30 p.m. — Take a stroll down memory lane as we play some childhood games. Ages 18 and up. (45 minutes) Preregister.

Children

Art Exhibit: Make Waves
Friday, July 1, 3 p.m. — Help us create an art exhibit to display in July. We’ll make waves with your unique art. All ages. (45 minutes) Preregister.

It’s Showtime!
Thursday, July 7, 11 a.m. — “Finding Dory.” ©Disney Pixar. (103 minutes) Snacks provided. Ages 5-11. Preregister. PG
Thursday, July 21, 11 a.m. — “Lilo & Stitch.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. (85 minutes)

Saturday Storytime: Oceans Away!
Saturday, July 9 & 23, 11 a.m. — Sail away as we read fun stories about different sea creatures and make colorful crafts. Ages 5-11. (45 minutes) Preregister.

Teen Hangout: Book Discussion
Wednesday, July 27, 4 p.m. — Share your favorite summer read with us and why you love it! Ages 12 & up. (45 minutes) Preregister.

Teen Hangout: Oceans Origami
Wednesday, July 13, 4 p.m. — Make ocean animals with paper. Ages 12 & up. (45 minutes) Preregister.

Email Basics
Saturday, July 16, 10 a.m. — Learn how to create and use a free, web-based email account. Ages 18 & up. Limit 25. (45 minutes) Preregister.

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