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Adult Programs - Special Events
Participate in the Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef Project
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The Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef Project is an international movement to raise awareness about the condition of the world's coral reefs. In conjunction with the Florida Craftsmen Gallery, free reef-themed crochet sessions will be offered at Main Library. Participants will work on pieces to contribute to our community's May exhibit at the Florida Craftsmen Gallery.
To learn more about the project and see other works that have already been created, check out www.crochetcoralreef.org and http://floridacraftsmen.net.
Tuesday Sessions:
January 17, 24, & 31 6pm - 8pm
February 7, 14, 21, & 28 6pm - 8pm
Two Friday Sessions:
February 3 & February 10, 1 - 3 pm
Yarn and crochet needles will be provided. Crocheters of all levels are welcome, though children should each bring a participating adult to assist them during the session. |
Author Talk and Signing: Archie Boston
February 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm - Johnson Branch Library |
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Author, artist and retired professor of Graphic Design at the University of California, Long Beach, Archie Boston, will visit the James Weldon Johnson Branch Library on Monday, February 13, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Mr. Boston, a St. Petersburg native, will make video presentations, including one previewing his next book, "The Cause of the 1965 Watts Riot." Mr. Boston will sign copies of his books "Fly in the Buttermilk," and his memoir of growing up in St. Petersburg "L'il Colored Rascals in the Sunshine City," the sale of which will benefit the Library. A selection of his artwork will be on exhibit – including several depicting meaningful locales in south St. Petersburg, such as Jennie Hall Poole, the Gas Plant (where the Tropicana Field now sits) and Booker Creek at Roser Park. The artist plans to have reasonably-priced prints made from his original works if interest is expressed. The Johnson Branch Library is located at 1059 18th Ave South in St. Petersburg. For more information, please call 727-893-7213. |
Prime Time Family Reading Time
February 14 - March 20, 6:00pm - South Branch Library |
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Join us for a free dinner and fall in love with reading as a family! Families with chidren ages 6 and older* will enjoy discussing a new series of animal tales about topics such as respect, friendship, and tradition.
*Separate program for children ages 3-5 will be hosted during this time.
Register now for this exciting 6 week program. Tuesdays at 6:00P.M. February 14 - March 20, 2012 South Branch Library 2300 Roy Hanna Dr S. St Petersburg, FL. Call 727-893-7244 to Register. Weekly Drawings for Door Prizes! |
Public Speaking Workshops
Febuary 14 and 28 3:00pm to 4:30pm - Main Library |
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Does the thought of speaking in public put your stomach in knots? Experienced Toastmaster and veteran speech-maker Norm Bungard has developed a fun program to help you gain confidence and develop your speaking skills. Participants will explore various types of talks--from wedding toasts and sales pitches to more formal speeches.
Norm has given thousands of speeches during his career and, even in retirement, continues to participate in Toastmasters. Norm has experience working with people of all ages. He created and continues to oversee a "Toastmasters for Kids" program for the Pinellas County Schools and encourages everyone to partipate in this free program. At January 10th's introductory session, Norm will answer your questions and outline the plan for future meetings.
(Please note that this is not a formal Toastmasters Club but it will follow similar guidelines. Participants will practice speaking and will also serve as timekeepers and "grammarians" for other participants.) |
Citrus 101
February 23, 2:00pm - Main Library |
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Thursday, February 23rd, 2:00 pm "Citrus 101". Join Greg Charles, "Dr. Hort" of The
St. Petersburg Times, to discuss growing citrus successfully in a home
landscape when Mother Nature throws so many problems your way. All programs are free but registration is requested. Register online at Pinellas County Extension or call (727)582-2100. |
Second Annual James Weldon Johnson Festival
March 3, 10:00am - 3:30pm - Johnson Branch Library |
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The Second Annual James Weldon Johnson Festival will be held at the St. Petersburg Johnson Branch Library on Saturday, March 3, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Bay News 9 Reporter and Anchor of Your Morning News, Erica Riggins, will be Key Note Speaker. The festivities will include vendors, as well as an inflatable, puppet show, and free books for the children. The 2012 Community Service Award winner will also be announced. Refreshments may be purchased. The Library is located at 1059 18th Avenue South. For more information, call 727-342-2235.
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Ongoing Programs
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Reel Motivation: First Thursday of the month at 5:00 p.m. through April 2012 |
Come join the Reel Motivation for Readers Film Club.
Be inspired by films based on books and set some goals of your own! For a list of movies being shown, call 893-7244.
South Branch Library
- 2300 Roy Hanna Dr. S - 893-7244
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Florida Writers Association St. Petersburg Writers Group monthly meeting - January 12 - 5:30 p.m.
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Gabriel Horn and Amy Kraut-Horn - on a writing subject. Everyone welcome!
Main Library Auditorium - 3745 9th Ave. N - 893-7724
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St. Petersburg Writer's Club
1st and 3rd Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.
West Community Library at St. Petersburg College
6700 8th Ave. N - Library Multipurpose Room
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Anyone interested in writing is invited to attend. Call 341-7183 for more info.
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Knights of the Square Table
Chess Club for all ages
Main Library Auditorium - 3745 9th Ave. N
Call Paul at 892-5296 |
Join the fun- challenge others - All are welcome
2nd Monday of the month - 3:30 - 5:30 pm
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Reading Buddies
South Branch Library - 2300 Roy Hanna Dr. S
893-7244 |
Our Reading Buddies program matches elementary age kids with adult Reading Buddies. Kids practice their reading skills by reading out loud to their Buddies.
To sign up your child for the program or volunteer to be a Buddy, please call 893-7244.
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Calendar of Events
Click on a date to see what's happening.
Renewals and
account information:
Call 727-388-9490 |
Read for Rec
for students K-12
Inspired by Mayor Foster to encourage reading and recreation among our youth. |
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| For more information, pick up a brochure at your library. |
Internet Safety Program for
Kids and Teens
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