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Teen Two-Sentence Horror Story Contest

10/01/2024 @ 9:30am to 10/31/2024 @ 9:00pm
Virtual Meeting at Safety Harbor Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (13-18)
Event Details:

Teens can submit an original, two-sentence horror story for a chance to win a gift card to a local business. Submit the story via the provided jotform link. Only one submission per...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Virtual Meeting
Age Group: Teens (13-18)
Event Details:

Teens can submit an original, two-sentence horror story for a chance to win a gift card to a local business. Submit the story via the provided jotform link. Only one submission per participant. All stories must be original and appropriate.

Tween Book Bag Ages 8 thru 12, pick up October 14 thru 19. Images of four book covers; it's the first day of school...forever!, The Chocolate Touch, Who Was Michael Jackson, and The Tower Treasure

Tween Book Bag

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 9:30am - 7:45pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Tweens (8-12)
Event Details:

Take home your very own tween book bag to enjoy. Each bag will include a tween book for you to keep, plus so much more!  See the attached PDF "October Tween Book ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens (8-12)
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Take home your very own tween book bag to enjoy. Each bag will include a tween book for you to keep, plus so much more! 

Books and Tea

Teen Surprise Book & Tea Giveaway

10/14/2024 @ 9:30am to 10/26/2024 @ 9:30am
Virtual Meeting at Safety Harbor Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (13-18)
Event Details:

Teens can come into the library to pick up a book to keep. The book covers and titles will not be revealed, so the book you get will be a surprise! You can also pick up a small bag...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Virtual Meeting
Age Group: Teens (13-18)
Event Details:

Teens can come into the library to pick up a book to keep. The book covers and titles will not be revealed, so the book you get will be a surprise! You can also pick up a small bag of assorted teas.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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SHINE Medicare Counseling

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room at Safety Harbor Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Special Events, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

SHINE provides free, unbiased, and confidential health insurance counseling. Call 727-724-1525 x 4107 to sign-up or visit us online https://form.jotform.com/shlibrary/SHINE-appoint...

Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Educational, Special Events, Workshops
Event Details:

SHINE provides free, unbiased, and confidential health insurance counseling.

HW Help

Homework Help

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Zone at Safety Harbor Public Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Children, Age 2 to 4, Age 4 to 7, Tweens (8-12), Teens (13-18)
Event Details:

Teen volunteers will be at the library to help students grades K-8 with their homework. First come, first served.  Sign-in at the Children's Desk when you arrive. ...

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Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Youth Zone
Age Group: Children, Age 2 to 4, Age 4 to 7, Tweens (8-12), Teens (13-18)
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Teen volunteers will be at the library to help students grades K-8 with their homework. First come, first served. 

Sign-in at the Children's Desk when you arrive. 

Technology

Tech Tutoring with Elena

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Safety Harbor Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

One-on-one technology tutoring covering tablets, smartphones, eReaders, Windows, and Mac. One hour appointments available. Call 727-724-1525 x 4112 or email shplref@city...

Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Instruction
Event Details:

One-on-one technology tutoring covering tablets, smartphones, eReaders, Windows, and Mac.

One hour appointments available.

ICRE8- Art Class

ICRE8 - Art Class at SH Museum

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens (8-12), Teens (13-18), Families, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

ICRE8: (Ages 5 - 95)  Come and create your original piece of art while experimenting with various art supplies and techniques. Registration is required per person.  This ...

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Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens (8-12), Teens (13-18), Families, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

ICRE8: (Ages 5 - 95)  Come and create your original piece of art while experimenting with various art supplies and techniques.

Deaf Literacy Center

Adult Beginner American Sign Language Class

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Deaf Literacy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
American Sign Language:

American Sign Language Course that includes Basic Sign Language vocabulary, daily phrases, songs, skits, and facts about the Deaf Community and Deaf Culture. 

Event Details:

For additional details, please email Sabila Beganovic at sbeganovic@pplc.us ***Class will be held at the Mattie Williams Neighborhood Family Center in the Educati...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Deaf Literacy

American Sign Language

American Sign Language Course that includes Basic Sign Language vocabulary, daily phrases, songs, skits, and facts about the Deaf Community and Deaf Culture. 

Event Details:

For additional details, please email Sabila Beganovic at sbeganovic@pplc.us

***Class will be held at the Mattie Williams Neighborhood Family Center in the Education Building***

Deaf Literacy Center

Adult Intermediate American Sign Language Class

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Deaf Literacy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
American Sign Language:

American Sign Language Course that includes Basic Sign Language vocabulary, daily phrases, songs, skits, and facts about the Deaf Community and Deaf Culture. 

Event Details:

For additional details, please email Sabila Beganovic at sbeganovic@pplc.us. ***Class will be held at the Mattie Williams Neighborhood Family Center in the Educat...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Deaf Literacy

American Sign Language

American Sign Language Course that includes Basic Sign Language vocabulary, daily phrases, songs, skits, and facts about the Deaf Community and Deaf Culture. 

Event Details:

For additional details, please email Sabila Beganovic at sbeganovic@pplc.us.

***Class will be held at the Mattie Williams Neighborhood Family Center in the Education Building***

Cover of These Ghosts Are Family by Maisy Card

Books & Bagels Book Club

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Books & Bagels Book Club:

Coffee, bagels, and great discussion. Meets the third Tuesday of each month. Limited copies of the book are available at the library. View a list of upcoming titles.

Event Details:

**Book club will be meeting offsite due to construction at the library.** This month's title is These Ghosts Are Family by Maisy Card.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Books & Bagels Book Club

Coffee, bagels, and great discussion. Meets the third Tuesday of each month. Limited copies of the book are available at the library. View a list of upcoming titles.

Event Details:

**Book club will be meeting offsite due to construction at the library.**

This month's title is These Ghosts Are Family by Maisy Card.

puppets, tunes, and tea for tots

Puppets, Tunes 'n Tea for Tots!

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Music, Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
Age 2 to 4
Event Details:

Puppets, Tunes ‘n Tea for Tots!: (Ages 2-5) 11:00 am. Join Connie of Starlite Puppets for stories, fingerplays & interactive songs, and tea. Time for enjoying hand-brewed tea i...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Age 2 to 4
Program Type: Music, Performances, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Puppets, Tunes ‘n Tea for Tots!: (Ages 2-5) 11:00 am. Join Connie of Starlite Puppets for stories, fingerplays & interactive songs, and tea. Time for enjoying hand-brewed tea is included!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

deaf literacy center - baby sign language classes

Baby Sign Language

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Deaf Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Children, Age 0 to 18 months, Age 19 months to 4, Age 2 to 4
Event Details:

Baby Sign Language: (Ages 0-3) Wednesdays, 9:30 am. These fun and interactive classes will teach you how to sign naturally while interacting with your child through daily routines,...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Age 0 to 18 months, Age 19 months to 4, Age 2 to 4
Program Type: Deaf Literacy, Story Times
Event Details:

Baby Sign Language: (Ages 0-3) Wednesdays, 9:30 am. These fun and interactive classes will teach you how to sign naturally while interacting with your child through daily routines, playtime, story time and music.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

People holding up flags of various countries

ESOL Conversation Club

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
ESOL/Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your English conversational skills. Different topics will be covered each week to help you learn how to communicate in everyday situations. **This library program will...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESOL/Literacy
Event Details:

Practice your English conversational skills. Different topics will be covered each week to help you learn how to communicate in everyday situations.

Story Tots

Story Tots

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Age 19 months to 4
Event Details:

Story Tots: (Ages 19 months – 5 years) Wednesdays, 10:30 am. Young ones will develop early literacy skills as they participate in an interactive story time followed by a take &...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Age 19 months to 4
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Story Tots: (Ages 19 months – 5 years) Wednesdays, 10:30 am. Young ones will develop early literacy skills as they participate in an interactive story time followed by a take & make craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

USA Flag and Bald Eagle

Citizenship Class

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
ESOL/Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Receive assistance learning about the citizenship and naturalization process and preparation for the citizenship exam. **This library program will be meeting offsite at Harborsi...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESOL/Literacy
Event Details:

Receive assistance learning about the citizenship and naturalization process and preparation for the citizenship exam.

Writers Group

Teen Writers Group

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Safety Harbor Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (13-18)
Event Details:

Aspiring teen writers (ages 12-18) can join local author Laura Kepner for a teen writing group. Share your work and get helpful feedback from Laura and peers.

Required
Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (13-18)
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Aspiring teen writers (ages 12-18) can join local author Laura Kepner for a teen writing group.

Share your work and get helpful feedback from Laura and peers.

Tween Creative Writers Group

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Safety Harbor Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Workshops
Age Group:
Children, Tweens (8-12)
Event Details:

Join local author Laura Kepner for a tween creative writing group.  Kids should bring a notebook and something to write with and any story they are currently writing or hav...

Required
Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens (8-12)
Program Type: Educational, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join local author Laura Kepner for a tween creative writing group. 

Disclaimer(s)

Tween Program

Tween programs are designed to promote independence. Parents whose tween are under 11 years old may enjoy the library during the program. Parents of 11 and 12-year-olds may drop off and pick up their tweens. If your tween is under 11 and needs to leave the program to use the restroom, find their grown up, etc., they must alert a library staff member and a teen volunteer will accompany them.

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Ukulele JamALONG

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:15pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Educational, Music, Performances, Special Events, Workshops
Age Group:
Families, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

TBUS volunteers lead you in song and share players techniques. Grow your musical skills. Learn about TBUS events. Bring your own Ukulele or check-out a Ukulele starter kit at the l...

Cancelled
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Families, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Educational, Music, Performances, Special Events, Workshops
Event Details:

TBUS volunteers lead you in song and share players techniques. Grow your musical skills. Learn about TBUS events. Bring your own Ukulele or check-out a Ukulele starter kit at the library. A family friendly program. 

pop up playtime

Pop-Up Playtime

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Zone at Safety Harbor Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Age 0 to 18 months, Age 19 months to 4, Age 2 to 4
Event Details:

Free play with baby/toddler/preschool toys set out in the library Youth Zone. 

Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Youth Zone
Age Group: Children, Age 0 to 18 months, Age 19 months to 4, Age 2 to 4
Event Details:

Free play with baby/toddler/preschool toys set out in the library Youth Zone. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and engage with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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AARP Driver Safety Class

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Educational, Special Events, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Gain the skills and tools needed to drive safely on today’s roads and learn rules and hazards of the road. There are no tests to pass—just information to keep you safe on...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Educational, Special Events, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Gain the skills and tools needed to drive safely on today’s roads and learn rules and hazards of the road. There are no tests to pass—just information to keep you safe on the road!

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VITA Tax Prep

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Educational, Special Events, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

VITA is an IRS-sponsored program, locally run by United Way Suncoast. VITA provides free tax preparation by trained IRS-certified volunteers. Get assistance with late returns, amen...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Educational, Special Events, Workshops
Event Details:

VITA is an IRS-sponsored program, locally run by United Way Suncoast. VITA provides free tax preparation by trained IRS-certified volunteers. Get assistance with late returns, amended returns, and extensions filed earlier in the year.

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SHINE Medicare Counseling

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room at Safety Harbor Public Library
Program Type:
Educational, Special Events, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

SHINE provides free, unbiased, and confidential health insurance counseling. Call 727-724-1525 x 4107 to sign-up or visit us online https://form.jotform.com/shlibrary/SHINE-appoint...

Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Educational, Special Events, Workshops
Event Details:

SHINE provides free, unbiased, and confidential health insurance counseling.

Cover of Hotels, Motels & Inns of Florida and photo of Kristen Hare

Hotels, Motels, & Inns of Florida - Author Event with Kristen Hare

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Author Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join author Kristen Hare for the launch of her new book, Hotels, Motels, and Inns of Florida (Reedy Press, August 2024), which inspires virtual and real-life travel to discover Flo...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events
Event Details:

Join author Kristen Hare for the launch of her new book, Hotels, Motels, and Inns of Florida (Reedy Press, August 2024), which inspires virtual and real-life travel to discover Florida’s historic gems and beloved accommodations.

Technology

Tech Help with Kelly

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Safety Harbor Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

One-on-one technology tutoring covering tablets, smartphones, eReaders, Windows, and Mac. Thirty minute appointments available. Call 727-724-1525 x4112 or email shplref@...

Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Instruction
Event Details:

One-on-one technology tutoring covering tablets, smartphones, eReaders, Windows, and Mac.

Thirty minute appointments available.