ADULT ACTIVITIES

MAY

Palm Beach County Board of County CommissionersPaulette Burdick, Mayor; Melissa McKinlay, Vice Mayor; Hal R. Valeche; Dave Kerner; Steven L. Abrams; Mary Lou Berger; Mack Bernard Connect. Inspire. Enrich. 5/18

Sponsored by the Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System.

Melissa McKinlay, Mayor; Mack Bernard, Vice Mayor; Hal R. Valeche; Paulette Burdick; Dave Kerner; Steven L. Abrams; Mary Lou Berger

HAGEN RANCH ROAD BRANCH14350 Hagen Ranch RoadDelray Beach 33446Phone: 894-7500

Tuesdays, 2:00 pmPoetry WorkshopAward-winning poet Stacie M. Kiner critiques and discusses some of the world’s finest contemporary and classic poetry. (75 min.)

Tuesdays, 3:30 pmSpanish in Practice: IntermediatePractice speaking Spanish in conversations about food, travel, news and more. Intermediate knowledge of the language is required. (90 min.)

Wednesdays, 10:30 amKnit & Crochet With Project LinusThe crafts you make go to children in need. Bring your favorite pattern, needles, bright yarn and a giving spirit. (90 min.)

Thu, May 03, 10:00 am Did You Know They Had Jewish Roots?Nine famous people will be described, each with at least one Jewish parent. Clues will be provided before each story is told. Presented by Dr. Rose Feinberg. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 03, 2:00 pmWhat Are Your Rights as a Homeowner?Learn about the laws impacting Homeowners and Condominium Associations. Presented by the PBC Bar Association. (60 min.) Preregister.

Mon, May 07, 4:00 pmStorytelling: I’ll Tell You Mine, If You’ll Tell Me YoursJoin storyteller Vera Fried and have fun sharing your stories and hearing from others. (60 min.)

Mon, May 07, 6:00 pmPractical Stress ReductionJoin us for a presentation on mindfulness and meditation, designed to help handle stress in the workplace and at home. Facilitated by Jim Bandler. (60 min.) Preregister.

Tue, May 08, 10:00 amHearing Impairment Challenges Around the GlobeIn honor of Better Hearing and Speech Month, Dr. Nimet Adam will discuss her experience providing audiology services worldwide. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, May 09, 2:00 pmWhat Makes Jewish Music Jewish? A Musically Illustrated LectureUsing his own lyrical synagogue compositions and music by other composers, noted composer Dr. Michael Isaacson explains what Jewish music is really all about. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 10, 10:00 am Katherine Graham: Pulitzer Prize WinnerDr. Rose Feinberg will talk about the life events that made the first female publisher of a major newspaper during the 1970s a powerful woman in her field. (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 10, 2:00 pmIsrael (Hadassah) Cutting Edge MedicineLearn about Hadassah Medical Organization and its “Research in Service to Humanity” through novel therapeutics, diagnostics and medical devices. (60 min.) Preregister.

Mon, May 14, 1:30 pm Beginner’s Cross StitchLearn to cross stitch by making a simple pattern. Basic knowledge of needlework is required. Materials provided, but feel free to bring your own. Space is limited. (90 min.) Preregister.

Mon, May 14, 2:00 pmDocumentary + Discussion: “Boca Raton: The Secret Weapon That Won WWII”Producer Francesca De Onis will be visiting to provide a look at the work and research that went into the project. Film viewing will follow. (90 min.) Preregister. Shown with permission. Not rated.

Wed, May 16, 10:00 amAging & Disability Resource Center Services OverviewLearn about all of the programs and services available through the Area Agency on Aging, for seniors and adults with disabilities. Preregister.

Thu, May 17, 10:00 amMental Health Awareness Month: Marchman Act/GuardianshipLearn about the Marchman Act (the Florida Involuntary Substance Abuse Commitment Statute), Guardianship and estate planning. (60 min.) Preregister.

Mon, May 21, 2:00 pmBook Discussion: “Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit,” by Michael Finkel Copies of the book are available at the member services desk. Preregister.

Wed, May 23, 10:00 amDelray Beach: Then & NowTake a virtual history tour of Delray Beach with local experts from Old School Square. (60 min.) Preregister.

Wed, May 23, 2:00 pm Decoupage Keychain TagsAdd pictures of your loved ones to a keychain. Bring small photos; headshots work best. The tag is 2.25 x 1.25 inches. Limit 15. (2 hr.) Preregister.

Thu, May 31, 10:00 amBoard Games & PuzzlesSocialize over games and puzzles provided by the library. Feel free to bring your own as well! (60 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 31, 2:00 pm Intermediate CrochetLearn to work on the back loop and use stitch markers. Make a coffee cup sleeve. Knowledge of single and double crochet stitches required. Materials provided. Limit 10. (2 hr.) Preregister.

KIDS ACTIVITIES

MAY

Palm Beach County Board of County CommissionersPaulette Burdick, Mayor; Melissa McKinlay, Vice Mayor; Hal R. Valeche; Dave Kerner; Steven L. Abrams; Mary Lou Berger; Mack Bernard Connect. Inspire. Enrich. 5/18

Sponsored by the Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System.

Melissa McKinlay, Mayor; Mack Bernard, Vice Mayor; Hal R. Valeche; Paulette Burdick; Dave Kerner; Steven L. Abrams; Mary Lou Berger

Tue, May 01, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmDrop-In Coloring ClubCome drop in to our Coloring Club and color your cares away! We’ll have coloring sheets, crayons, markers, colored pencils and more. All ages.

Fri, May 04, 4:00 pm May the Fourth Be With YouChoose from lots of “Star Wars”-themed activities like fuse bead crafts, make an X-wing fighter, or play a game. “Do or do not, there is no try.” Ages 8-12. (45 min.) Preregister.

Sat, May 05, 2:00 pm Preschool Science Lab: Water, Water EverywhereWater is all around us! Let’s learn about floating, sinking, absorbing and more. Experiments are included so dress for a mess. Ages 3-5. Limit 15. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 10, 4:00 pmLEGO® Bricks: Build a FaceBuild, imagine and play with our LEGO® bricks. Ages 5-12. (45 min.) Preregister.

Sat, May 12, 10:30 amMovie Matinee“Coco.” ©Walt Disney Pictures. (109 min.) Refreshments provided. Ages 6 & up. Preregister. PG

Tue, May 15, 4:00 pmDrop-In Anti-Coloring ClubEnjoy these creative activities while improving critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Thinking outside the lines is encouraged! Ages 6-12. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 17, 4:00 pmCoding With Tech Toys: Bee-Bot®

Learn concepts of control, logic and programming with fun games and activities. Grades K-5. Limit 15. (45 min.) Preregister.

Tue, May 22, 11:00 amLittle Picassos Special: National Bike MonthEnjoy some bicycle stories and a craft in honor of National Bike Month. Ages 2-4. (30 min.) Preregister.

Wed, May 23, 11:00 amPreschool Special: You’re a Grand Ol’ FlagDress in your best patriotic clothes, salute our flag as we celebrate Memorial Day to kick off summer. Stories, songs and a flag-wavin’ craft for all. Ages 3-5. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 24, 4:00 pmLibrary Scavenger HuntOn National Scavenger Hunt Day, we’ll have a library-themed hunt in the children’s and teen sections. Bring the whole family! Ages 5 & up. (45 min.) Preregister.

Thu, May 31, 10:00 amDrop-In Playdough PlaydateGet ready to touch, squeeze, squish using stamps, cookie cutters, and other tools to shape, mold and play. Dress to get messy. Materials provided. Ages 2-5. (30 min.)

HAGEN RANCH ROAD BRANCH14350 Hagen Ranch RoadDelray Beach 33446Phone: 894-7500