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Celebrate National Friends ofLibraries Week! October 19-25, 2008We want to thank our Friends of the Libraries groups throughout Pinellas County. As part of this annual recognition of your volunteer support, we want to extend our deep appreciation and gratitude for all of the assistance your members provide to our public libraries throughout the year! Those efforts enhance the services and programs our libraries provide to our community residents. You are a valued member of our library team.

A Monthly Publication of the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative

Pinellas Public Library Cooperativewww.pplc.us

Library Cooperative

Calendar of EventsIt’s All @ Your Library!

October 2008 • Issue 10

book discussions – Page 2 H comPuter classes – Page 3 H adult classes – Pages 4 - 5 H Policies & services – Page 6 H member libraries – Page 7 H sPecial events – Page 8 H teen Programs – Page 9 H children’s Programs – Pages 10-11

WHAT’S

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Palm Harbor Libraryis Going to the Dogs!

Representatives from Pinellas County Animal Services will be visiting the Palm Harbor Library on Saturday, October 4, at 1:00 p.m. to conduct an outdoor children’s program on “Being Kind to Animals.” The shelter will be bringing different animals and offering instruction on the proper care of pets. As a tie-in with this year’s Read Around Pinellas selection, The Call of the Wild, there will be a special focus on dogs. Children will be able to tour the Animal Services Animobile, a mobile surgical van that travels to underserved communities to provide free or low-cost animal services. The program will also address safety issues regarding wild animals in our community.

Pinellas County Animal Services has been nationally recognized for its programs which protect public health and safety, address animal welfare and overpopulation issues, and encourage responsible pet ownership.

For further information please contact the library’s Youth Services Department at 727-784-3332, Ext. 206, or Pinellas County Animal Services at 727-582-2600.

The Pinellas Public Library Cooperative member libraries and community partners have selected the novel The Call of the Wild for the 7th Annual Read Around Pinellas. The novel by Jack London is a classic for both adults and youth and highlights a wide variety of issues. Please join us for special programs and book discussions scheduled throughout the month of October. You will find these programs highlighted throughout this newsletter as well as some special programs highlighted below. We welcome the launch of another great community wide reading event!

October 4, 1 pmPinellas County Animal

Services Children’s ProgramPalm Harbor Public Library

2330 Nebraska Avenue

October 6, 2 pm“Travel Alaska” Film

ShowingClearwater Main Library

100 North Osceola Avenue

7th Annual Read Around Pinellas – The Call of the Wild by Jack London

October 7, 2 pm“Call of the Wild” Film

ShowingDunedin Public Library

223 Douglas Avenue

October 10, 6:00 pmSierra Club Teen Joint Library

ProgramDunedin Public Library

223 Douglas Avenue

October 11Teen Poetry Contest Deadline

– The Call of the WildSt. Pete Beach Public Library

365 73rd Avenue

October 14, 7 pmSiberian Husky Rescue of

Florida ProgramDunedin Public Library

223 Douglas Avenue

October 14, 6 pm“Eight Below” Film ShowingSt. Petersburg Public Library –

Main Library3745 Ninth Ave. N.

October 17, 2 pmWonders of Nature,

Intergenerational Family Program

Tarpon Springs Public Library138 E. Lemon Street

October 23, 6 pmSierra Club Teen Joint

Library ProgramSt. Petersburg Public Library –

Main Library3745 9th Ave N

October 23, 2 pmFilm Program

Seminole Community Library9200 – 113th Street N

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Book Discussions

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Library closings for the month ofOctober are as follows:

St. Pete Beach Public LibraryBook Discussion: Tuesday, October 14, 10:30 am. The Widow of the South by Robert Hicks. A lonely Confederate wife finds purpose in transforming her Tennessee plantation into a Civil War hospital and cemetery.Book Discussion: Saturday, October 25, 10:30 am. Becoming Jane by Jon Spence. A love story from Jane Austen’s own life. St. Petersburg Public Library SystemCall or check online for latest titles.Main LibraryBetween Covers Book Club: Wed., October 15, 7:00 pm. Bookers Club: Thursday, October 16, 11:00 am.Sci-Fan Book Club: Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 pm. Job: A Comedy of Justice by Robert Heinlein.Book Discussion: Tuesday, October 28, 7:00 pm. The Call of the Wild by Jack London.Mirror Lake BranchClassic Up Close: Tuesday, October 28, 2:00 pm.North BranchThursday Morning Group: Thursday, October 2, 11:00 am.Carl G. Jung Society Reading Group: Sat., October 11, 2:00 pm.South BranchBook Club: Thurs., October 9, 4:00 pm.Book title: Call of the WildMahogany Book Club: Saturday, October 18, 10:00 am.Seminole Community LibraryBooktalkers: Wednesday, October 1, 2:00 pm. Forever Islands by Patrick D. Smith. Book Discussion: Thursday, October 9, 2:00 pm. Read Around Pinellas The Call of the Wild by Jack London.Great Books Discussion Group: Wednesday, October 15, 2:00 pm. The Virtues by Dewey.Tarpon Springs Public LibraryBook Discussion Group: Thursday, October 23, 12:00 pm. Celebrating Read Around Pinellas with Call of the Wild by Jack London.Adults Who Read Children’s Books: Wednesday, October 29, 2:00 pm. Topic to be announced.

Clearwater Public Library SystemMain LibraryBook Lovers Bistro: Tuesday, October 7, 12:00 pm. Book discussion series.Great Books Lecture and Discussion: Thursday, October 9, 1:30 pm. Monthly book discussion series.

Dunedin Public LibraryGreat Decisions Discussion Group: Tuesday, October 14, 7:30 pm. Topic: Latin America: the next U.S. President’s agenda.Contemporary Books Discussion Group: Tuesday, October 28, 7:00 pm. Unaccustomed Earth, by Jhumpa Lahiri.

East Lake Community LibraryBook Club: Wednesday, October 1, 6:30-7:45pm. We will be discussing The Gathering.

Gulf Beaches Public LibraryGreat Books: Sat., October 11, 1:00 pm. Great Books Series I.Book Discussion: Tuesday, October 21, 10:30 am. The Call of the Wild by Jack London.

Gulfport Public LibraryCoffeeTalk: Our 14th annual series of monthly book discussions kicks off with the Pinellas County “BIG READ” as we meet to discuss Jack London’s The Call of the Wild. Join us for coffee, light refreshments, and lively conversation on Thursday, October 16. Coffee is ready at 9:30 am, discussion starts at 10 o’clock. Pick up a discussion guide and reserve a copy of the book Reference Help Desk.

Largo Public LibraryThe Last Word Book Club: Wednesday, October 1, 7:00 pm. Disturbances in the Field by Lynne Sharon Schwartz. Books to Film: Sunday, October 12, 1:30 pm. Read the book, then see the film and discuss which was your favorite. Call of the Wild by Jack London and starring Clark Gable.

Oldsmar Public LibraryOldsmar Book Club – Read Around Pinellas: Thursday, October 23, 12:00 pm. Community Wide Reading Event: The Call of the Wild by Jack London.

Palm Harbor Public LibraryPHiL’s Book Club: Monday, October 13, 11:00 am or 7:00 pm. Will meet at Coral Oaks Independent Living Facility on 900 West Lake Road, Palm Harbor. Join us as we discuss Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier, a novel where the world of 1660s Holland comes alive in this richly imagined portrait of the young woman, 16-year-old Griet, who inspired one of Vermeer’s most celebrated paintings.

Pinellas Park Public LibraryBook Discussion: Thursday, October 16, 2:00 pm. Join the group for an interesting discussion of Jack London’s Call of the Wild.

Safety Harbor Public LibraryBook Discussion: Tuesday, October 21, 2:00-3:00 pm. Meeting place to be determined. How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents by Julia Alvarez. Facilitated discussion.

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Computer ClassesClearwater Public Library SystemMain LibraryInternet Classes in Spanish for Adults: Wednesdays, October 1 & 8, 6:30 pm. Two-class sessions. Introduction to Windows, first Wednesday and Internet, second Wednesday. Call 771-2109 to register.Deaf Literacy CenterSafety Harbor Public LibraryComputer Skills for the Deaf: Individualized tutorials, as well as small group instruction is offered on an as needed basis. Please call to schedule.Dunedin Public LibraryComputer classes are in lecture form with demonstrations. Excel Basics, Part 2: Wednesday, October 1, 7:00 pm.Ask-A-Question: Thursdays, October 2 & 30, 11:00 am.Introducing Windows: Tuesday, October 7, 11:00 am or Wednesday, October 8, 7:00 pm.Getting Online: Thursday, October 9, 11:00 am.Using Internet Explorer: Tuesday, October 14, 11:00 am or Wednesday, October 15, 7:00 pm.Using Search Engines: Thursday, October 16, 11:00 am or Wednesday, October 22, 7:00 pm.Specialty Search Engines: Tuesday, October 21, 11:00 am.Ancestry.com: Thursday, October 23, 11:00 am.Online Photo Albums: Tuesday, October 28, 11:00 am or Wednesday, October 29, 7:00 pm.East Lake Community LibraryCall the library to register for all classes. Registration begins the first day of the month. Seniors Teaching Seniors: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 4:00 pm. A one-on-one program designed for senior citizens to enhance computer skills with the help of high school students. This program is currently full, but we are taking names on a waiting list. For more information contact the library or eastlakelibrary@hotmail.com. Computer Basics-Storing & Retrieving Files: Friday, October 3, 9:00-9:45 am. Registration required.Computer & Internet Basics: Friday, October 17, 9:00-9:45 am. Registration required.

Gulf Beaches Public LibraryIntroduction to the Internet: Friday, October 10, 12:00 pm.Introduction to Web-Based Email: Fri., Oct. 17, 12:00 pm.Ask A Computer Specialist: Wed., October 22, 12:00 pm.Gulfport Public LibraryOne-on-One Computer Instruction: By appointment only.Oldsmar Public LibraryComputer Class: Tuesday, October 14, 2:00-3:00 pm, Join library volunteers and computer professional Mark Opyd as he helps you learn more about your computer.Lecture/demonstration format followed by question and answers.Pinellas Park Public LibraryAdult Beginner Computer Classes: Call for class schedule.Special Session Computer Class: Wed., October 8, 7:00 pm. St. Petersburg Public Library SystemMain LibraryOne-on-One Internet Training: Call for appointment.Johnson BranchOne-on-One Computer Training: Tuesdays, 10:00 am. Registration required. North BranchOne-on-One Computer Training: Mondays 3:00 pm, Tuesdays 5:00 pm and Wednesdays 9:00 & 10:00 am. Sessions are one hour long, registration required.South BranchOne-on-One Computer Training: Thursdays, 1:00 pm. Call to make a reservation.Basic Internet & E-mail: Fridays, 10:00 am. Designed for adults with a least an introductory knowledge of computers. Seating is limited. Call to make a reservation.Tarpon Springs Public LibraryRegistration required for all computer classes.Computer Basics: Thursday, October 2, 1:00 pm. Internet Basics: Tuesday, October 14, 3:00 pm.Introduction to Microsoft Word: Thurs., Oct. 16, 1:00 pm.

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Tarpon Springs Public LibraryGenealogy Assistance with John Kiwala: Mondays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm.Genealogy Assistance with Ken Nichol: Tuesdays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm.Genealogy Assistance with Mary Kay Heitmann: Wednesdays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm.Writers Group: Fridays, 10:00 am. Bring your manuscript to read and have critiqued. Call 267-5612 for more information.Bay Knit Wits: Wednesday, October 8, 6:00 pm. Knitting and crochet group. Tarpon Springs Cinema Guild: Thursday, October 9, 1:00 pm. Free film showing of The Kite Runner. Program hosted by Cathy and Sam Tsoutsanis. Registration required.Kuniko Yamamoto: Origami for Everyone: Saturday, October 11, 2:00 pm. All are welcome to join this free one hour program to learn about the Japanese way of life and people through the practice of paper folding. Registration required.From the Cook’s Shelf: Wednesday, October 15, 7:00 pm. Cookbook discussion group hosted by Sherrie Patterson. Topic: Home cooking at its very best. We’ll be reviewing cookbooks so please bring your family cookbooks or favorite organizational cookbooks, such as a garden club or women’s club collection, to share with the group.

Free Blood Pressure Screening: Thursday, October 16, 1:30-3:30 pm. Provided by Helen Ellis Home Care. Venom 101: Wednesday, October 22, 7:00 pm. Presented by Pinellas County Animal Services. Learn about venomous reptiles of Pinellas County. Free slide show with live animals, all ages welcome. Registration required.Tarpon Springs Cinema Guild: Thursday, October 23, 1:00 pm. Free film showing of A Passage to India. Program hosted by Cathy and Sam Tsoutsanis. Registration required.Ten Steps to Starting Your Own Business: Tuesday, October 28, 7:00-9:00pm. Presented by the Pinellas County Chapter of SCORE (The Service Corps of Retired Executives.) Registration required.Haunted Hunters: Paranormal Scientific Investigators: Wednesday, October 29, 7:00 pm. Haunted Hunters PSI is an actual scientific investigative group serving the Tampa Bay area and specializing in the scientific areas of paranormal fields. Come learn about past and recent investigations from local hotels and museums and the equipment and techniques used. Registration required.Tarpon Springs Cinema Guild: Thursday, October 30, 1:00 pm. Free film showing of All the President’s Men. Program hosted by Cathy and Sam Tsoutsanis. Registration required.

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Dunedin Writers Group: Most Fridays, 10:00 am. Open to all serious writers. Literacy Program: The Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas (LCUP), located at the Dunedin Public Library, is looking for tutors. A Free Tutor Workshop will be held in November at the Largo Library. Free Medicare Counseling with S.H.I.N.E.: Tuesdays. The S.H.I.N.E. program of the Florida Department of Elder Affairs offers free unbiased counseling on Medicare and other health-related issues. Call for appointment.Outreach Program for Adults: If someone you know is homebound in Dunedin and would like monthly deliveries of library materials, please call our Outreach Department.East Lake Community LibraryCoffee Filter Flower Wreath: Saturday, October, 25, 1:00 pm.Add your coffee filter flowers to a wreath for the fall. Foundation Planning Committee Meeting: Wednesday October1, 6:00-7:00 pm. All those interested in the planning of a new facility are welcome to attend.Friends of the East Lake Community Library Meeting: Tuesday, October 7, 6:30 pm. New members are always welcome. Sign Language Beginners Class: (Adults) Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm. Free, non- credit class in sign language basics. Children may attend if they will sit quietly for an hour.Foundation Planning Committee: Wednesday, October 8, 6:00 pm. All those interested in the planning of a new facility are welcome to attend. Advisory Board: Tuesday, October 14, 6:00 pm. Open to the public.English LIVE! Thursday, October 2, 4:30-6:00 pm. Students of the English language can gain English skills during our monthly sessions. Light refreshments will be served and families are welcome. ELCL Writer’s Critique Group: Monday, October 13 & Monday, October 27, 6:30 -7:45 pm. This is a workshop for writers of all levels. Read excerpts of your works in progress and receive helpful feedback. ELCL Author’s Showcase: Tuesday, October 21, 6:30-7:45pm. Linda Taylor, author of Great Women Exploring Nature: How Wild Florida Influenced Their Lives will talk about her book.Gulf Beaches Public LibraryHitchcock Movies: Wednesdays, October 1 & 15, 2:30 pm.Film Movement: Tuesday, October 7, 5:30 pm. The Year My Parents Went on Vacation. Award winning films from international film festivals such as Cannes and Sundance. Refreshments served.Travel Film: Wednesday, October 8, 2:00 pm. Paris.Embroidery Club: Saturday, October 18, 10:00 am-3:00 pm. Bring your hoop and needle!Splash of Spanish: Tuesdays, 6:00 pm. Beginning conversational Spanish.Writer’s Group: Wednesdays, 10:00 am.Investment Club: Thursdays, 2:30 pm.Chess Club: Thursdays, 5:00 pm.Scrabble: Fridays, 1:30 pm.Gulfport Public LibrarySocrates Café: These monthly discussion groups were inspired by the book The Six Questions of Socrates. Thursday, October 9, 10:00 am & Friday, October 31, 6:00 pm.Suncoast Computer Users: Thursday, October 9, 6:00 pm.Bereavement Support Group: Tuesdays, October 14 & 21, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. For family members and friends who have lost a loved one. Facilitated by counselors from The Hospice of the Florida Suncoast. Genealogy Discussion Group: Saturday, October 25, 1:00 pm. This is not a formal class, just an opportunity to meet and share experiences and information with others interested in delving into their family history.

Adult ProgramsClearwater Public Library SystemMain LibraryOpera Rocks 4: Wed., October 1, 8, 15, & 22, 12:00 pm.Films on the Bluff: Tuesday, October 14, 2:00 pm. Join us for an art house or foreign film monthly.Meet the Author: Sunday, October 12, 1:00 pm. Meet a new local author each month. Book sales and signing.Countryside BranchReal Lives Film Series: Wednesdays, 2:00 pm. Film series consisting of biographical videos about famous people.North Greenwood BranchThursday Afternoon @ the Movies: Thursday, October 2, 2:00 pm. Cool off at the library with a good movie. Adults only please.East BranchMiniatures on Display: Sat., October 4, 10:00 am. Mini Hearts Together Miniature Club invites the public to see the projects they have made.Deaf Literacy CenterPalm Harbor Community Center Individual Tutoring for the Deaf: Tuesdays 2:00-4:00 pm Call for appointment.Adult Intermediate Sign Language: Tuesdays, October 14-November 25, 6:00 pm. 6-week course.Adult Beginners Sign Language: Tuesdays, October 14-November 25, 7:00 pm. 6-week course Pinellas Park Public LibraryIndividual Tutoring for the Deaf: Thursdays August 28-December 11, 2:00-4:00 pm. Call for appointment.Adult beginners Sign Language: Thursdays, August 28-December 11, 6:00-7:00 pm. 15-week course.Safety Harbor Public LibraryIndividual Tutoring for the Deaf: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, call for appointment. Basic Deaf Literacy: Includes reading, writing and computer skills. Call for appointment.St. Petersburg Library South BranchIndividual Tutoring for the Deaf: Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 pm. Call for appointment. Adult Intermediate Sign Language: Tuesdays August 26-December 9, 6:00 pm. 15-week course.Adult Beginners Sign Language: Tuesdays, August 26-December 9, 7:00 pm. 15-week course.Dunedin Public LibraryTuesdays at Two Film Program: 2:00 pm. October 7: Call of the Wild; October 14: Over Alaska; October 21: Gold Rush; October 28: The Great Alaska Train Adventure.Great Women Exploring Nature: Wednesday, October 8, 7:00 pm. Linda Taylor, author of Great Women Exploring Nature, will discuss her book, which combines history, travel ideas, nature awareness and art. She will highlight the lives of 10 renown Floridian women, including Marjorie Stoneman Douglas, Zora Neale Hurston and Myrtle Sharrer Betz. A book signing will follow the program.Siberian Husky Rescue of Florida: Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 pm. In keeping with the theme of Read Around Pinellas selection, Jack London’s Call of the Wild, our local Siberian Husky Rescue will be here to offer information about the group, the breed, and to show off some of their dogs.Ghost Stories of St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Pinellas County: Tuesday, October 28, 7:00 pm. Deborah Frethem, author of Ghost Stories of St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Pinellas County, will offer up some good old-fashioned ghost stories of local interest.Genealogy Assistance: Thursdays, 1:00-3:00 pm. Members of The Caladesi Chapter of the DAR are here to assist you.

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Adult ProgramsMS Support Group: Thurs. Oct. 23, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Informal group for persons with multiple sclerosis and/or their family and friends to share information and provide support. Facilitated by Tracy Woolrich, RN. Gulfport Creative Short Story Writers: Wednesdays, 9:15 am-12:00 pm. Largo Public LibraryInternet Genealogy: Tuesday, October 7, 10:00 am. Overview and techniques of how to effectively use the Internet for research. Email Bbryan84@tampabay.rr.com or call 595-4521 to register. Microsoft Word-Indexing and Table of Contents: Saturday, October 11, 10:00 am. Overview and techniques of how to effectively use the Internet for research. Email Bbryan84@tampabay.rr.com or call 595-4521 to register. Poets Live: Monday, October 13, 6:30 pm. Open mic poetry readings.Scrapbooking for Genealogy: Tuesday, October 14, 10:00 am. Heritage Scrapbooking: an overview of how to create a family heritage scrapbook using photographs, mementos, and information about the family’s history, culture, and traditions. Will discuss materials and methods. Email Bbryan84@tampabay.rr.com or call 595-4521 to register. Organizing Your Files: Thursday, October 16, 10:00 am. This class will demonstrate methods of systematically organizing your paper and computer files so that you will be able to find what you need. Email Bbryan84@tampabay.rr.com or call 595-4521 to register. Using Other Library Databases: Tuesday, October 21, 2:00 pm. Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest are the most widely used for genealogy, but learn about the other helpful databases at Largo Public Library. Email Bbryan84@tampabay.rr.com or call 595-4521 to register. Getting the Most Out of Familysearch.org: Thursday, October 23, 10:00 am. An introduction to the features and techniques of using this free database of the Church of Latter Day Saints. Email Bbryan84@tampabay.rr.com or call 595-4521 to register. Planning and Organizing a Research Trip: Tuesday, October 28, 6:00 pm. Tips and recommendations for preparing for a genealogy research trip. Email Bbryan84@tampabay.rr.com or call 595-4521 to register. Literacy Tutor Training Orientation: Tuesday, October 28, 6:30 pm. Interested in becoming a volunteer tutor for Basic Literacy and ESL? Join us for this orientation and see if you would like to sign up for our Literacy Tutor Training Workshop in November. Using Microsoft Word in Genealogy: Wed., Oct. 29, 10:00 am. Demon-stration & discussion of the many uses of this word processing program in genealogy. Email Bbryan84@tampabay.rr.com or call 595-4521 to register. Introduction to PowerPoint: Thursday, October 30, 10:00 am. Learn the genealogical uses of this widely used presentation program. Email Bbryan84@tampabay.rr.com or call 595-4521 to register.Oldsmar Public Library10 Steps to Start a Successful Business: Thursday, October 9, 6:00-8:00 pm. Introductory workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners. Registration required, presented by S.C.O.R.E.Oldsmar Historical Society: Saturday, October 11, 10:00 am.Introduction to Genealogy: Thursday, October 16, 6:00 pm. Bob Bryan, Education Director of the Pinellas Genealogy Society, will present a program on the basics of how to get started in researching your family history.Palm Harbor Public LibraryPalm Harbor Writers Group: Tuesdays, October 7 & 21, 6:30-8:00 pm. Will meet at the Palm Harbor Community Center at 1500 16th Street, Palm Harbor. We welcome all writers, experienced or not. Bring a sample of your writing to share, or come to enjoy the creativity and camaraderie of other writers. Any questions, call Joydine Tiedeman at 786-3113 or email:phwritersgroup@verizon.net for details.

Socrates Café: Wednesday, October 1, 6:00-7:45 pm & Thursday, October 16, 1:00-2:45 pm. We’ll meet at the Hospice Community Service Center located at 2675 Tampa Road, Palm Harbor. Join us for this overwhelmingly popular discussion group where suggested topics are voted on to discuss. See website www.philosopher.org for details.Master Gardener: Wednesday, October 8, 2:00 & 6:30 pm. Meeting at the Crystal Beach Community Association 517 Crystal Beach Avenue, Crystal Beach. Admission is free but space is limited. Call the Pinellas County Extension at 582-2673 to reserve a seat.Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing: Friday, October 10, 1:00-3:00 pm. Working out of the Countryside Library located at 2741 State Road 580 North, Clearwater. A representative from Florida Telecommunications Relay will be there to offer special phones and ring-signaling devices to qualified deaf or hard-of-hearing residents. Patrons are encouraged to call the Deaf and Hearing Connection Office in Seminole if they have any questions: 399-9983 (voice) or 399-9422 (TTY) for details. Safety Harbor Public LibrarySmall Business Counseling: Tuesdays, October 14 & 28, 10:00 am-3:00 pm, by appointment. Meeting place to be determined. SCORE “Counselors to America’s Small Business” provide confidential assistance for start-up and established business entrepreneurs. Call to register for a counseling session. Library Advisory Committee: Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 pm at the Community Center.Friends of the Library: Tuesday, October 7, 5:30 pm. Open to the public. Meeting place to be determined. Foundation Board Meeting: Thursday, October 9, 6:30 pm at the Community Center.Ask A Genealogist: Tuesday, October 28, 3:00-4:00 pm. Drop in for assistance from Mary Drye, genealogy volunteer. St. Pete Beach Public LibraryJust Poetry: Monday, October 13, 6:00 pm. Poetry writers (and poetry lovers) get together to read their favorite works.Friends Against Cancer: Sunday, October 19, 2:00 pm. The foods and lifestyle that can potentially save lives. Free food samples and informational brochures.St. Petersburg Public Library SystemNorth BranchESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages): Wednesdays, 3:30-5:00 pm. For new learners of the English language. It’s free, start anytime, all are welcome. South BranchReading Buddies: Help a child improve in reading. Volunteer to be Readin Buddy.West Community LibraryWriting Workshop: Saturdays, 1:00-2:30 pm. An informal writing workshop for the community and college students. For more information, call 381-1030Seminole Community LibraryClassic Movie Matinee: Fridays, 1:00 pm. Free popcorn & sodas. October 3: Red River; October 10: Angels In the Outfield; October 17: Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid; October 24: The Talk of the Town; October 31: Romancing the Stone.Sean Scott Medicaid Seminar: Tuesday, October 7, 2:00 pm.SPC Toastmasters: Tuesdays, 6:00 pm.Fibromylagia Support: Saturday, October 11, 11:00 am.Cloth Diapering Club: Thursday, October 23, 11:00 am.Parkinson’s Support Group: Thursday, October 9, 6:00 pm.Seminole Civitan Club: Thursdays, October 2 & 16, 6:30 pm.

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TARPON SPRINGS LIBRARY

138 E. Lemon Street

EAST LAKE COMMUNITY LIBRARY 4125 East Lake Road

ST. PETE BEACH LIBRARY 365 73rd Ave.

WEST COMMUNITY LIBRARY 750 66th St. No.

GULF BEACHES LIBRARY 200 Municipal Dr.

SEMINOLE LIBRARY 9200 113th St. No.

LARGO LIBRARY 120 Central Park Dr.

PPLC & PTBL 1330 Cleveland St.

CLEARWATER EAST LIBRARY

2251 Drew Street

DUNEDIN LIBRARY223 Douglas Ave.

CLEARWATER MAIN LIBRARY

100 N. Osceola Ave.

OLDSMAR LIBRARY400 St. Petersburg Drive East

GULFPORT LIBRARY 5501 28th Ave. So.

SOUTH BRANCH 2300 Roy Hannah Drive S.

JAMES WELDON JOHNSON BRANCH 1059 18th Ave. So.

MIRROR LAKE BRANCH 280 5th St. No.

ST. PETERSBURG LIBRARY SYSTEM

MAIN LIBRARY 3745 Ninth Ave No.

PINELLAS PARK LIBRARY 7770 52nd St.

NORTH BRANCH 861 70th Ave. No.

SAFETY HARBOR LIBRARY 101 2nd Street No.

PALM HARBOR LIBRARY

2330 Nebraska Ave.

CLEARWATER BEACHBRANCH

69 Bay Esplanade

CLEARWATER COUNTRYSIDE BRANCH

2741 State Road 580

N. GREENWOOD BRANCH905 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.

DUNEDIN LIBRARYFRIENDS BRANCH

1820 Pinehurst

Mission stateMentn Promotes, facilitates, and manages funding from public

governmental agencies and private sourcesn Facilitates the sharing of library talent, materials and servicesn Promotes public library service developmentn Promotes consensus on public service policies and service

methods among member librariesn Directly serves members of the public who require adapted

library service through the Deaf Literacy Center, the Talking Book Library and Books by Mail

n Coordinates the access to information technologiesn Provides library staff with professional consultation and

continuing education

services • Bookdiscussionsandreviews

• Books,tapes,CDs,videos,andmagazinesforcheckout

• Communityrooms

• Computerclasses

• HomeDelivery

• FriendsoftheLibraryandvolunteergroups

• Internetaccess

• Interlibraryloan

• Literacyclassesandtutoring

• Programsforadultsandyoungadults

• Referenceassistanceandreader’sadvisory

• Storyhoursandchildren’sactivities

PoLICIeS• Aresidentofthe unincorporatedareasof

PinellasCountyoroneofthemembercitiesisentitledtoafreelibrarycard.

• Residentsofnon-membercitiesmayreceiveacardvalidforoneyearuponpaymentof$100.Note:Somecitiesreimburseallorpartofthisfee.

• oneCooperativecardisgoodatallCooperativelibraries.

• Cardsissuedtoresidentsarevalidforthreeyears.

• Cardsissuedtonon-residentsarevalidforoneyear.

• RegisterforacardatanyCooperativememberlibrary.

PPLC Member Library Policies & Services

PPLCBoardofDirectorsIrvingDeToro,Chairman

PushpaVenkatesh,Vice-ChairmanJeriAntozzi,Secretary/Treasurer

PatriciaBauerMarilynChapmanDanielleHarkinsRonaldaHobson

LisaRohrer

PPLCexecutiveDirector

MaryA.Brown

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Administrative OfficePinellas Public LibraryCooperative1330 Cleveland StreetClearwater, FL 33755Phone: 441-8408Fax: 441-8938www.pplc.usMon - Fri 8:30am - 5pm

Born to Read 1330 Cleveland StreetClearwater, FL 33755-5103Phone: (727) 449-2861Fax: (727)441-8938Mon - Fri 9:30am - 4pm

Deaf Literacy Center101 Second Street NorthSafety Harbor, FL 34695Phone: (727) 724-1525 x232Fax: (727) 724-1533TDD: (727) 724-1529http:/deafliteracycenter.org Mon - Thurs 9am - 8pm

Talking Book Library1330 Cleveland StreetClearwater, FL 33755-5103Phone: (727) 441-9958TDD: (727) 441-3168www.pplc.us/tblMon - Fri 9am - 4:30pm

Clearwater SystemMain Library & Offices100 N. Osceola AvenueClearwater, FL 33755Phone: 562-4970http://myclearwater.com/cplMon - Wed 9am - 8pm Thurs - Sat 9am - 6pmSun 1pm - 5pm

Beach Branch69 Bay EsplanadeClearwater, FL 33767Phone: 462-6890Mon - Fri 9am -1pm

Countryside Branch2741 State Road 580Clearwater, FL 33761Phone: 669-1290Sunday 1pm - 5pm Monday 11am - 8pmTues-Thus 9am - 6pmFri-Sat Closed

East Branch2251 Drew StreetClearwater, FL 33765Phone: 669-1280Sun-Mon ClosedTues-Thurs 12noon - 8pmFri-Sat 9am - 5pm

North Greenwood Branch905 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. Clearwater, FL 33755Phone: 462-6895Sun-Mon ClosedTues-Thurs 2pm - 6pmFri-Sat 1pm-5pm

Dunedin Library223 Douglas AvenueDunedin, FL 34698Phone: 298-3080http://www.dunedingov.comMon - Wed 9:30am - 8pmThurs - Fri 9:30am - 6pmSaturday 9:30am - 5pmSunday 1pm - 5pm

Friends’ Branch Library(Inside the Dunedin Community Center)1920 Pinehurst RoadDunedin, FL 34698Phone: 812-4548Mon - Tues 2pm - 6pmWed 3pm - 7pmThurs 2pm - 6 pmFri - Sun Closed

East Lake Community Library4125 East Lake RoadPalm Harbor, FL 34685Phone: 773-2665http://www.eastlakelibrary.orgMon - Wed 10am - 8pmThurs - Fri 10am - 6pmSaturday 10am - 4pm

Gulf Beaches Library200 Municipal DriveMadeira Beach, FL 33708Phone: 391-2828http://www.tblc.org/gulfbeaches Mon, Wed, Fri 10am - 6pmTue, Thurs 10am - 9pmSaturday 10am - 5pm

Gulfport Library5501 28th Avenue S.Gulfport, FL 33707Phone: 893-1074http://tblc.org/gpl/Mon - Fri 10am - 7pmSaturday 10am - 4pm

Largo Public Library120 Central Park Dr.Largo, FL 33771Phone: 587-6715Reference: 587-6748TDD: 587-6778www.largopubliclibrary.comMon - Wed 9am - 8pmThur - Fri 9am - 6pmSaturday 9am - 5pmSunday 1pm - 5pm

Oldsmar Library400 St. Petersburg Drive EastOldsmar, FL 34677Phone: (813) 749-1178http://www.tblc.org/opl/E-mail: fvuweb@tblc.orgMon - Thurs 9am - 8pmFri - Sat 9am - 5pm

Palm Harbor Library2330 Nebraska AvenuePalm Harbor, FL 34683Phone: 784-3332http://www.palmharborlibrary.orgDue to Phase Four of the Library Renovation Project, the Library Building will be closed from Mon. Oct. 6, 2008 through Mon. Jan. 5, 2009. Our temporary “Mini-Library” will be open for limited services, including a “Mini-Book Sore”, beginning Oct. 20 through Dec. 12, from 10am-6:30pm, Mon-Fri.

Pinellas Park Library7770 52nd StreetPinellas Park, FL 33781Phone: 541-0718Reference: 541-0719http://pppl.tblc.lib.fl.us/Mon - Thurs 9am - 8:30pmFri - Sat 9am - 5pmSunday 1pm - 5pm

Safety Harbor Library101 2nd Street NorthSafety Harbor, FL 34695Phone: 724-1525TDD: 724-1529http://www.tblc.org/shpl/Mon - Thu 9:30am - 8pmFriday 9:30am - 6pmSaturday 9:30am - 5pmSunday 1pm - 5pm

St. Pete Beach Library365 73rd AvenueSt. Pete Beach, FL 33706Phone: 363-9238http://www.tblc.org/spbMon, Wed 10am - 9pmTue, Thu, Fri 10am - 6pmSaturday 10am - 5pm

St. Petersburg SystemMain Library3745 Ninth Avenue NorthSt. Petersburg, FL 33713Phone: 893-7724Reference: 893-7928TDD: 893-7995http://www.splibraries.orgMon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9am - 6pmTues, Thurs 11am - 8pmSunday 10am - 6pm

Administrative Offices280 5th Street NorthSt. Petersburg, FL 33701Phone: 893-7318

James Weldon Johnson Branch1059 18th Avenue SouthSt. Petersburg, FL 33705Phone: 893-7113Mon - Wed 11am - 8pmTue, Thurs, Fri, Sat 9am - 6pm

Mirror Lake Branch280 5th Street NorthSt. Petersburg, FL 33701Phone: 893-7268TDD: 823-2147Mon, Wed 10am - 7pmTues, Thu, Fri Sat 9am - 6pm

North Branch861 70th Avenue NorthSt. Petersburg, FL 33702Phone: 893-7214Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9am - 6pmTue, Thurs 11am - 8pm

South Branch2300 Roy Hanna Drive South(a.k.a. 62nd Avenue South)St. Petersburg, FL 33712Phone: 893-7244Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9am - 6pmTue, Thurs 11am - 8pm

West Community Library@ SPC Gibbs Campus6700 8th Avenue N.St. Petersburg, FL 33710Phone: 341-7199Mon - Thurs 7:30am - 9pmFriday 7:30am - 4pmSaturday 10am - 5pm

Seminole Community Library @ St. Petersburg College9200 113th Street NorthSeminole, FL 33722-2800Phone: 394-6905http://www.spcollege.edu/ SCL/Mon - Thurs 7:30am - 9pmFri 7:30am - 6pmSat 10am - 5pmSun 1pm - 5pm

(Reduced hours when classesnot in session)

Tarpon Springs Library138 E. Lemon StreetTarpon Springs, FL 34689Phone: 943-4922http://www.tblc.org/tarponMon - Wed 10am - 9pmThurs - Fri 10am - 6pmSaturday 10am - 5pm

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October 4Clearwater Public Library SystemMain LibraryCreatureFest: 1:00 pm. Dunedin Public LibraryFamily Saturday Stories: (All ages) 2:00 pm. Too busy during the week with work, sports and dance? Then take a break with the family and join us for stories, songs and crafts! October 6Clearwater Public Library SystemMain LibraryTravel Alaska: 2:00 pm. Watch a movie and learn about the hidden wonders of Alaska.October 7Dunedin Public LibraryTiny Tales Storytime @ Dunedin Community Center: (Preschool age) 10:00 am. Join us for a Library Storytime @ the Dunedin Community Center. We will hear stories about Halloween. Monster Mash: (Ages 5-12) 6:30 pm. We will paint faces, hear stories and play monster games. Registration required.October 8Pinellas Park Public LibraryHalloween Legal Graffiti: 7:00-8:00 pm. Show your artistic side and decorate the glass on the Teen Lounge wall for Halloween. Refreshments will be served. Registration required. October 9Seminole Community LibraryRead Around Pinellas Film & Book Discussion: Book Program: 2:00 pm. Call of the Wild will be discussed. October 10East Lake Community LibraryMurder Mystery Night: (Ages 8 & up) 6:00-8:00 pm. A school turns into a crime scene and we are calling all detectives to help solve the murder mystery. Registration required.October 13Oldsmar Public LibraryRead Around Pinellas Book Discussion For Kids and Teens: (Ages 10 & up) 6:30 pm. October is Read Around Pinellas month, our annual community wide reading event. Come join us for one of our discussions of The Call of the Wild by Jack London.October 14Clearwater Public Library SystemNorth Greenwood BranchCreative Painting: 4:30 pm. Sponsored by Heart of Pinellas Decorative Artists.Seminole Community LibraryAuthor Talk & Book Signing: 2:00 pm. Author Robert Swanson will discuss his book Lost & Found: A Widower’s Guide To Survival.

Special EventsOctober 15Clearwater Public Library SystemMain LibraryHispanic Heritage Month Artist Talk: 3:00 pm. Featuring Aurora Heuple.Dunedin Public LibraryCreative Ceramics: (Ages 5-12) 6:30 pm. Join us for an evening of painting ceramics. Registration required.October 16St. Petersburg Public Library SystemMain LibraryTeen Read Week: Scavenger Hunt, teens can stop by the library at any point during the week to participate.October 17Dunedin Public LibraryGoosebumps: (Ages 5-12) 2:00 pm. Help write a scary story, make a craft and have a creepy snack! Registration required.East Lake Community LibraryFall Wellness Series: Part II-But It’s Only an Herb! 10:30-11:30 am. The poison control center will present this informative program, the second in a three-part series. What dangerous interactions can occur when combining herbal products and prescription medicine? How safe is aloe, garlic pills or beta carotene? Pinellas Park Public LibraryNight with a Bite: Teen Halloween Lock-in, 7:00-10:00 pm. Join us for some ghostly food and fun. Registration required and begins October 3. October 18Safety Harbor Public LibraryFriends of the Library Book Sale: At the Rigsby Center, 9:00 am-3:00 pm.October 19Dunedin Public LibrarySunday Fun Days: (Youth of all ages) 1:00-4:30 pm. Stop in the Youth Department for a special make & take craft. This month’s theme is: Halloween Treats! Largo Public LibrarySpeech, Language, and Pre-Reading Toddler Workshop- Speech/Language and Reading Development Connection Series: 2:00 pm. For caregivers of 2 to 3 year olds. Learn the six important pre-reading skills to prepare children for school and identify important milestones in language development. This is part of a series of free workshops designed to show parents and caregivers how to help children become aware of and comfortable with books and language. We encourage attendees to bring their child along to participate in the parent/child activities presented in the workshop. Please call 587-6715 to sign up. Moderated by Mercedes Bleattler, Youth Services Librarian, and Melinda Reily Techler, Speech Language Pathologist.

Pinellas Park Public LibrarySunday Spook-tacular: 2:00 pm. Registration required. Join us for booksharing, songs, games, crafts, and snacks. Seminole Community LibrarySunday Musicale: 3:00 pm. Opposite Sax Jazz Ensemble. You’ll enjoy the cool jazz sound of Emile & Laura DeCosmo! This husband and wife duo have been entertaining audiences in venues all over Florida.October 22St. Pete Beach Public LibraryFriends of the Library Annual Ice Cream Social: 2:00-5:00 pm. An opportunity to pay your dues and learn about the Friends’ upcoming projects.October 23Oldsmar Public LibraryRead Around Pinellas Book Discussion For Adults: 12:00 pm. October is Read Around Pinellas month, our annual community wide reading event. Come join us for one of our discussions of The Call of the Wild by Jack London.Seminole Community LibraryFilm Program: 1972 film Call of the Wild will be shown starring Charlton Heston.October 24Dunedin Public LibraryPumpkin Spice-Special Storytime: (Ages 2-5) 10:30 am. Pumpkins and Fun! We will hear pumpkin-y stories, sing songs and play games. Registration required.October 25Dunedin Public LibraryHoneymoon Island and Community Center Halloween Carnival: (All ages) 6:00-10:00 pm. Join us at the Community Center or at Honeymoon Island and listen to your children’s librarians read Halloween stories. We will be reading stories at both events. East Lake Community LibraryPoppin’ Pumpkins: 10:45am-11:45am. Bring a small pumpkin to decorate for the season. We will use markers and stickers to create a fun jack-o-lantern. All ages, registration required.Gulf Beaches Public LibraryBook Sale! Friends of the Gulf Beaches Library: 8:00 am-3:00 pm.

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Teen ProgramsClearwater Public Library SystemMain LibraryTeen Video Gaming: Thursday, October 2, 9, & 16, 2:00 pm. Play video games in our teen room.North Greenwood BranchVideo Gaming @ Your Library: Tuesday, October 28, 4:00 pm.Powerful Young Adults: Tuesday, October 7 & 21, 4:30 pm.

Dunedin Public LibraryAll teen programs require registration. Registration begins two weeks prior to the program.Dunedin Youth Volunteers (DYV): Monday, October 6, 6:30 pm. Our teen volunteer group meets once a month to plan, assist and create programs.Call of the Wild: (Ages 12-18) Friday, October 10, 6:00-8:00 pm. Join the North Pinellas County libraries as we celebrate this year’s Read Around Pinellas book selection. Games, prizes, food and fun provided. Registration required.Teen Horrible Hankerings: (Ages 12-18) Monday, October 13, 6:00 pm. Teen Read Week – Books with Bite! Celebrate the spooky season with us and make some scrumptious candies. Registration required.Teen Author-Catherine Gilbert Murdock: (All ages) Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 pm. Celebrate Teen Read Week with the author of Dairy Queen, The Off Season and Princess Ben.

East Lake Community LibraryTeen Library Council: Mondays, 7:30 pm. Teens meet to plan programs. New members welcome!

Gulfport Public LibraryScrapbookers Club for Teens & Adults: Saturday, October 11, 1:00 pm. Make beautiful pages of memories for yourself and your family. Some supplies available, but you need to furnish your own 12x12 scrapbook album.

Largo Public LibraryBooks with Bite! (Ages 13-19) Wednesday, October 1, 4:00 pm. Devour the Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer. Each month we will read a book in the series and meet for discussion. In December, we will start on book four, Breaking Dawn, and begin the preparations for the Breaking Dawn prom to be held at the library. This month we’ll read New Moon.Wii Weekend: (Ages 13-19) Saturday, October 11, 1:00 pm. Join us for Wii games. Anime Cafe: (Ages 13-19) Tuesday, October 14, 5:00 pm. Watch some anime and enjoy some Asian food.

Oldsmar Public LibraryTeen Book Discussion – Read Around Pinellas: (Ages 10 & up) Monday, October 13, 6:30 pm. Community Wide Reading Event: The Call of the Wild by Jack London.Teen Read Week: Starting October 13, Books with Bite!Oldsmar Teen Advisory Board: (Ages 12 & up) Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 pm. Call to join or for more information.Teen Halloween Party: (Ages 12 & up) Saturday, October 25, 6:00-9:00 pm. Costume contest, music games and a variety of activities. Registration required, starting October 1.

Pinellas Park Public LibraryTeen Read Week-Books with Bite! October 12-18. Sink your teeth into some of the Library’s Teen Read Week happenings ----- Sweet Bite: Teens receive a free piece of candy with every checkout.Take a Bite Out of Fines: Library fines waived for teens returning late material this week. Teen must bring their late items to someone at the front desk to have the fine waived.Night with a Bite: Halloween Lock-in, Friday, October 17, 7:00-10:00 pm. Join us for some ghostly food and fun. Registration required and begins October 3. Teen Art Class: Thursday, October 9, 7:00-8:00 pm. Join us and learn the art of Henna tattoos. Registration required.

St. Petersburg Public Library SystemMain LibraryTeen Text Book Discussion Group: (Ages 13-19) Wednesday, October 1, 4:00 pm. Breaking Through by Francisco Jimenez.Tween Things: Monday, October 6, 4:30 pm. Call Youth Services for more informationTeen Advisory Board: Tuesday, October 14, 6:30 pm.Teen Scene: (Ages 13-19) Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 pm. Call for more details.Read Around Pinellas Event: Thursday, October 23, 6:00 pm. The Call of the Wild by Jack London. Games prizes, food. West Community LibraryTeen Scene: (Ages 13 & up) Once a month 6:00- 8:00 pm. Call for more information.

Seminole Community LibraryLibrary Youth Advisory Board: Wed., October 1 & 15, 7:00 pm.Twilight Saga Books Club: Meets once a month September to December to discuss the book in the Twilight saga. First meeting date is Monday, September 22, 7:00-8:00 pm. Book Club attendees should read New Moon prior to the October meeting. Upcoming meetings: Eclipse –November and Breaking Dawn – December. Registration required.Teen Read Week Events:Author Visit & Fear Factor Event: Monday, October 13, 5:30-8:00 pm. Meet local author Rick Osorio and hear him speak about his books: The Great Adventure of Sally Rock and the Cretaceous Chicken and The Great Adventure of Sally Rock & El Lobo. A book signing will take place after Rick Osorio’s talk. The Fear Factor Event will follow. Are you brave enough to answer tough trivia questions and compete in the gross foods round? Registration required if you want to be a participant. Audience members do not need to register. Prizes will be awarded to the two contestants that earn the most points. Refreshments will be served.Young Adult Author Visit: Wednesday, October 15, 9:15 am. Young Adult author, Catherine Gilbert Murdock, will be speaking at Osceola High School about her books: Dairy Queen, The Off Season and Princess Ben. Ms. Murdock will also conduct a writer’s workshop with a small group of students.

Tarpon Springs Public LibraryChess Club: Mondays, October 6 & 20, 3:30 pm. All ages welcome. Knit Club: (Ages 7-18) Saturday, October 18, 2:00 pm. Beginners and advance knitters welcome. Supplies are limited so participants are welcome to bring their own supplies.

Celebrate Teen Read Week Oct 12-18, 2008

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Invasion of the Teen Room-Tween Lock-in: (Ages 9-12) Friday, October 3, 5:30-8:30 pm. Stick around the library after hours to eat, play games, and watch movies in that super-secret spot called the Teen Room. Registration required.Afternoon Tween Zone: (Ages 9-12) Wednesday, October 15, 4:30 pm. Act your age! Get together with some kids your own age to explore our nonfiction collection, enjoy some trivia challenges, and create crafty works of art. This month’s topic is Henna. Pup Pals Reading Dogs: Saturday, October 25, 10:00 am. Improve your reading skills and make a new furry friend by reading to therapy trained dogs. Registration required. For reading age children under 13.Kids Book Club Adventure: (Ages 6-9) Sunday, October 26, 2:00 pm. Go on a reading adventure. Join Miss Angela for a booktalk and activity during our new book club series. October’s book is The Talented Clementine by Sara Pennypacker.Oldsmar Public LibraryPreschool Storytime: (Ages 3 & up) Thursdays, 10:00 am. Programs include stories and a simple craft and last about 30 minutes. October 30: come in costume and hear some great Halloween stories.Sunshine State Reader’s Book Club: (Grades 3-5) Wednesday, October 15, 6:30 pm. The Ghosts Grave by Peg Kehret.Palm Harbor Public LibraryStarbucks Story Time: (All ages) Tuesday, October 7, 10:00 am. Take a coffee break. Join library staff at Palm Harbor Starbucks, US Highway 19 & Nebraska Avenue, for yummy stories!Read Around Pinellas: (All ages) Saturday, October 4, 1:00 pm. Pinellas County Animal Services will be visiting the Palm Harbor Library for an outdoor children’s program on being kind to animals. There will be a special focus on dogs to tie in with this year’s Read Around Pinellas book, The Call of the Wild.Monthly Family Story Hour at The Nature Center: (All ages) Saturday, October 11, 1:30-2:30 pm. Palm Harbor Library and the Rotary Centennial Nature Center at Honeymoon Island State Park invite you to come to the Nature Center for a free Family Story Hour. The nature center is a fun place and we will have a special story time and a craft! Cost: Free! With Park Admission - ($5.00 per car, up to 8 people per carload).Spooky Storytelling at Honeymoon Island State Park: (All ages) Friday, October 24, 6:00-10:00 pm. Youth department staff tell tales of Terror Through Time at “Halloween in the Park 2008” an annual safe alternative to trick or treating event. For additional information contact: Honeymoon Island State Park, 1 Causeway Boulevard, Dunedin, Florida. Phone 469-5942 for more information.Due to the Palm Harbor Library renovation, the following children’s programs are being held off-site at the Palm Harbor Community Activity Center, 1500 16th Street, Palm Harbor, FLToddler Story Time: (18 mos-3 yrs) Mondays, 10:00 am. Stories, songs and fingerplays just for toddlers.Mother Goose Rhyme Time: (Birth-2 yrs Tuesdays, 10:00 am. Interactive nursery rhymes for our youngest library members.Pinellas Park Public LibraryStory Time: (Ages 3-5) Tuesdays, 10:00-10:30 am. Program may include stories, rhymes, finger plays and crafts. Mother Goose: (Birth-3 yrs) Tuesdays, 10:45-11:05 am & Wed., 10:30-10:50 am. Program may include rhymes, finger plays, stories and songs.Reading Patch Club: (Elementary school students) Tuesdays, 3:00 pm. A reading incentive program. Children hear about great books and earn stickers and patches for reading. Attendance is encouraged but not required to earn incentives.Adventures in Art for Kids: (Grades 3-6) Wednesdays, October 22, 3:00-4:00 pm. Registration required. Explore watercolor, jewelry and clay and experiment with various art styles in a relaxed atmosphere.

Children’s ProgramsClearwater Public Library SystemMain LibraryLittle Ones Music & Stories: (12-36 mos) Fridays, October 10 & 24, 10:00 am. A fun, active storytime designed for toddlers that includes dancing singing, stories, fingerplays and basic musical concepts.Countryside BranchStorytime: (ages 3-5) Thurs., 10:00 am. Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts.Deaf Literacy CenterPalm Harbor Community CenterBaby Sign Language: (Birth-24 mos) Tuesdays, October 14-November 25. A fun and interactive 6-week signing class that teaches you how to include signs naturally while interacting with your child through daily routines, playtime, storytime and music.Children’s Sign Language: (Ages 6-12) Tuesdays, October 14-November 25, 4:30 -5:30 pm. 6-week course. Registration required, call Palm Harbor Library.Pinellas Park LibraryChildren’s Sign Language: (Ages 5-12) Thursdays, August 28-December 11, 3:00-4:00 pm. 15-week course. St. Petersburg Library South BranchChildren’s Sign Language: (Ages 5-12) Tuesdays, August 26-December 9, 4:00-5:00 pm. 15-week course.Dunedin Public LibraryCome dressed up for Storytimes on Wednesday, October 29 and Thursday, October 30 as we trick-o-treat around the Library!Baby & Me Storytime: (Birth-18 mos) Wednesdays, 10:00 am. A special time for caregivers and little ones to enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays.Toddler Time: (18-36 mos) Wednesdays, 10:30 am. Caregivers and little ones share a program of books, songs and fingerplays.Preschool StoryTime: (Ages 3-5) Thursdays, 10:30 am. A time for preschoolers to enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, literature-based videos and crafts.East Lake Community LibraryFamily Puppet Theatre Presents: (All ages) Mondays, 7:00 pm. Our Teen Library Council writes produces and stars in amusing puppet shows every week. Toddler Story Time: (Birth-3 yrs) Tuesdays, 10:15 am. Children enjoy stories and songs while sitting with their favorite grown-up. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Tuesdays, 11:00 am. Stories, songs and finger-plays. Family Story Time: (All ages) Wednesdays, 7:00 pm. A craft and story before bedtime with a “casual” dress-code – pajamas! Gulf Beaches Public LibraryStory Time: (Birth-2 yrs) Tuesdays, 10:30 am. Wild Things Story Hour & Art Class: (Ages 2-4) Fridays, 10:30 am.Halloween Workshop: Friday, October 10, 2:00-5:00 pm.Largo Public LibraryFamily Story Night: Monday, October 6, 20, & 27, 7:00 pm. Put on your pjs and bring your teddy bear to enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities for families.Habia Una Vez...Family Story Night in Spanish! Monday, October 13, 7:00 pm. Join us in this new adventure for stories and fun with native speaker Carolina Tave from Argentina. For Spanish speakers and those who want to learn. Hasta la vista!Itsy Bitsy Baby Club: (Birth-18 mos) Tuesdays, 10:00 am. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and a few surprises! Toddler Tales: (18-36 mos)Wednesdays, 10:00 am. Themed stories, music, and extended story activities. This month’s theme is Toys. Pre-K Hooray: (Ages 3-5) Thursdays, 10:00 am. Enjoy themed stories, music, and related activities. The theme is different every week: October 2: Birds; October 9: Fire Safety; October 16: Dinosaurs; October 23: Nutrition with special guests from Nature’s Food Patch; and October 30: Halloween Parade and Games.

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Seminole Community LibraryBaby Time: (Birth-18 mos) Wednesdays. Lapsit program which includes fingerplays, music, nursery rhymes and a playtime. There will be no Baby Time program on Wednesday, October 29. Toddler Storytime: (18-36 mos) Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30 am. A 20-minute program of brief picture books, fingerplays and puppet shows. A playtime follows storytime in a separate room.Pre-School Storytime: (Ages 3-5) Tuesdays, 11:00 am. A 30-minute program of stories, books, songs, movement activities and an occasional short film based on a weekly theme for preschoolers and their caregivers. A playtime follows storytime in a separate room.Twilight Tales: (Families) Tuesdays, 6:30 pm. 45-60 minute program with stories, games, songs, short films and a craft. Jammies, slippers and a favorite stuffed animals are always welcome. Family Movie: Saturdays, 2:00 pm. Films for all ages—free popcorn and sodas. October 4: Night at the Museum; October 11: Quest for Camelot; October 18: Everyone’s Hero; October 25: Scooby Doo; Monster Unleashed.Camp Rock Party: Monday, October 6, 3:30-4:30 pm. Fans of Camp Rock are invited to join us for a rockin’ hour of fun activities and crafts. Show off your inner Demi Lovato or Jonas Bro and sing, play the guitar or drums on Wii Rock Band! Refreshments served.Boys’ Time Out: (Grades 3-5) Tuesday, October 7, 3:30-4:30 pm. Find out what you really can do at the library! Be it slime or grime: whether it flies, splatters, crunches or munches, be there if you dare.School’s Out Fun Time: (K-grade 5) Friday, October 17, 10:00-11:00 am. Schools will be closed for the day. Come to the library for a fun hour of board games, card games, crafts and Wii sports.Hello Kitty Celebration: Tuesday, October 28, 3:30-4:30 pm. Join other Hello Kitty fans for a short Hello Kitty film, crafts and snacks.Halloween Party: (Ages 3-8) Wednesday, October 29, 3:30-4:30 pm. Join us for an hour of Halloween crafts, games, and other not-too-spooky activities. Candy & other goodies will be served. Registration required. Tarpon Springs Public LibraryTuesday Playtime: (Ages 3 & under) Tuesdays, 10:00 am. Opportunity for children and their caregivers to play and meet with other families. Caregivers must stay in the room and supervise child.American Sign Language: (Ages 5 & up) Wednesdays, October 1, 8, 15 & 22, 3:30 pm. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Thursdays, 10:15 am. Story time will include picture books, flannel stories and action rhymes. Mother Goose Toddler Time: (Ages 1-3) Fridays, 10:15 am & 11:00 am. Registration required Craft Saturdays: Saturdays, 10:00 am-3:00 pm. A different craft each week. Craft Club: (Ages 6-12) Friday, October 3, 4:30-5:30 pm. Registration required.Girl Scout Rally: Saturday, October 4, 2:00 pm. Learn about the Girl Scouts with stories, crafts, games and face painting. Chess Club: (All ages) Monday, October 6 & 20, 3:30 pm. Kuniko Yamamoto-Origami for Everyone: Saturday, October 11, 2:00 pm. All are welcome to join this free one hour program to learn about the Japanese way of life and people through the practice of paper folding. Registration required.Celebrating Read Around Pinellas Call of the Wild with Matt Edmunds and Wonders of Nature: (All ages) Friday, October 17, 2:00 pm. Knit Club: (Ages 7-18) Saturday, October 18, 2:00 pm. All skill levels welcome. Venom 101: (All ages) Wednesday, October 22, 7:00 pm. Presented by Pinellas County Animal Services. Learn about venomous reptiles of Pinellas County. Free slide show with live animals. Registration required.

Evening Mother Goose: (Younger children) Thursdays, 7:00-7:30 pm. May include short stories, songs, creative movement, and a simple craft. The last Thursday of the month is our Pajama Party. Don’t forget to wear your favorite pj’s!Safety Harbor Public LibraryChildren’s Programming is temporarily suspended due to library expansion, but may resume later at other locations in the city.Televised Storytime: The Library is now televising “Puppets Plus” Storytime programs on the City Cable Network Channel “Insight”. (Brighthouse Ch. 615 and Knology Ch.15). Current show times are weekly: Saturday at 8:30 am, Sunday at 11:30 am, Monday and Wednesday at 7:00 am, Tuesday at 5:00 pm, Thursday at 4:30 pm, and Fridays at 9:30 am. Check our website http://www.tblc.org/shpl/ for additional dates and times.St. Pete Beach Public LibraryMother Goose Time: (Birth-3 yrs) Tuesday, October 7, 21 and 28, 10:30 or 11:30 am. Stories, coloring, toy time, socializing practice and sharing. Sunshine State Young Reader’s Award Book Club: (Grades 3-5) Monday, October 13, 5:00 pm. The Ghost’s Grave by Peg Kehret.Sunshine State Young Reader’s Award Book Club: (Grades 6-8) Monday, October 20, 7:00 pm. The Sacrifice by Kathleen Benner Duble.Dolphin Club: (Ages 4 & up) Monday, October 27, 5:00 pm. Longer stories and crafts to do on a specific topic. This month: “Skippyjon Jones” books. Halloween Parade and Storytime: Friday, October 31, 4:00 pm. Trick or treating night starts with scary tales at the library.St. Petersburg Public Library SystemMain LibraryAfter-School Programs: (Ages 6-12) Tuesdays, 4:00 pm.Mother Goose: (Birth-3 yrs) Tuesday, 11:30 am & Fridays, 9:30 am or 10:30 am.Preschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Wednesdays, 10:00 am.Family Story Time & Craft: (Ages 3-8) Thursdays, 6:30 pm.Saturday Kids Craft Corner: Saturday, October 4, 2:00 pm.Junior League Puppet Show: Monday, October 6 & 20, 10:00 am. Horton Hatches the Egg.Super Saturday Puppet Show: Saturday, October 25, 2:00 pm. All ages welcomeCosmic Kids-Fantasy Sci-Fi Book Club: October 28, 6:30 pm. Call or check online for latest title.Monster Movie Marathon: Wednesday, October 29 & Thursday, October 30. Call Youth Services for more information.Johnson BranchPreschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Fridays, 10:00 am.Mirror Lake BranchHumpty Dumpty: (Infants-crawlers) Mon., 10:30 am & Wed., 3:30 pm.Jack & Jill: (Walkers-3 yrs) Mondays, 11:00 am & Weds., 4:15 pm.Preschool: (Age 3) Friday, October 10 & 24, 10:00 am & (Ages 4-5) 10:30 am. North BranchMother Goose: (Birth-3 yrs) Mondays, 11:00 am & Wednesdays, 10:00 am. Registration required.Pre-School Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Wednesdays, 11:00 am. Registration required. South BranchMother Goose: (Birth-3 yrs) Wednesdays, 10:00 am. Preschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Mondays, 10:00 am.Superstar Readers at South Branch: (Ages 8-12) Tuesday, October 14, 4:00 pm.West Community LibraryPreschool Story Time: (Ages 3-5) Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10:00 am. Mother Goose: (Birth-3 yrs) Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11:00 am.

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It’s All @ Your Library!

Pinellas Public Library Cooperative

Tuesday, October 14th, 7:00 pmDunedin Public Library223 Douglas Ave. • (727) 298-3080

Meet Young Adult Author Catherine Gilbert Murdock

and participate in a workshop presentation.

She will discuss her works including the award-winning novel, Dairy Queen.