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Teen Two-Sentence Horror Story Contest

10/01/2024 @ 9:30am - 10/31/2024 @ 9:00pm
Teens (13-18)
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

9:30am - 7:45pm
Tweens (8-12)
Book Clubs
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens (8-12)
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration 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! 

Teen Surprise Book & Tea Giveaway

10/14/2024 @ 9:30am - 10/26/2024 @ 9:30am
Teens (13-18)
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.

SHINE Medicare Counseling

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Educational, Special Events, Workshops
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.

Homework Help

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Children, Age 2 to 4, Age 4 to 7, Tweens (8-12), Teens (13-18)
Educational
Cancelled
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. 

Tech Tutoring with Elena

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Technology Instruction
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 at SH Museum

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children, Tweens (8-12), Teens (13-18), Families, Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Cancelled
Registration
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.

Adult Beginner American Sign Language Class

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Deaf Literacy
Cancelled
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***

Adult Intermediate American Sign Language Class

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Deaf Literacy
Cancelled
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***

Books & Bagels Book Club

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Book Clubs
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 'n Tea for Tots!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Age 2 to 4
Music, Performances, Special Events
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Age 2 to 4
Program Type: Music, Performances, Special Events
Registration 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.

Baby Sign Language

9:30am - 10:30am
Children, Age 0 to 18 months, Age 19 months to 4, Age 2 to 4
Deaf Literacy, Story Times
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.

ESOL Conversation Club

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
ESOL/Literacy
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

10:30am - 11:15am
Age 19 months to 4
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
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.

Citizenship Class

11:30am - 1:00pm
Adults
ESOL/Literacy
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.

Teen Writers Group

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens (13-18)
Registration
Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (13-18)
Registration 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

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens (8-12)
Educational, Workshops
Registration
Library Branch: Safety Harbor Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens (8-12)
Program Type: Educational, Workshops
Registration 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.

Ukulele JamALONG

6:15pm - 8:00pm
Families, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Educational, Music, Performances, Special Events, Workshops
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

10:00am - 12:00pm
Children, Age 0 to 18 months, Age 19 months to 4, Age 2 to 4
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.

AARP Driver Safety Class

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Educational, Special Events, Workshops
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Educational, Special Events, Workshops
Registration 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!

VITA Tax Prep

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Educational, Special Events, Workshops
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.

SHINE Medicare Counseling

1:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Educational, Special Events, Workshops
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.

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

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Author Events
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.

Tech Help with Kelly

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Technology Instruction
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.